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REAP Plan Update, City Rep and Grant application - Eagle Point Park Envinronmental Restoration Copyrighted August 5, 2019 City of Dubuque Action Items # 5. ITEM TITLE: REAP Plan Update, City Rep and Grant application - Eagle Point Park Environmental Restoration SUMMARY: City Manager recommending approval of the City of Dubuque's Fiscal Year 2020 update to the Dubuque County Resource Enhancement and Protection (REAP) Plan, affirm City Council Member Kate Larson as the City representative, and approve a resolution for the REAP grant application for implementing Phase 3 of the Environmental Restoration Management Plan in Eagle Point Park. RESOLUTION Authorizing REAP Grantapplication to lowa Department of natural Resources for Phase 3 of Eagle Point Park Environmental Restoration Management Plan SUGGESTED DISPOSITION: Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s), Confirm Appointment ATTACHMENTS: Description Type FY20 Dubuque County REAP Plan Update-MVM City Manager Memo Memo Staff memo Staff Memo Dubuque County REAP Committee meeting Supporting Documentation FY20 REAP Plan City Update Supporting Documentation FY20 REAP GrantApplication Supporting Documentation FY20 REAP GrantApp Resolution Resolutions Dubuque THE CITY OF � uI�AaMca cih DuB E � � I � � I Maste iece on the Mississi i Zoo�•zoiz•zois YP pp zoi�*zoi9 TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members FROM: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager SUBJECT: FY 2020 Dubuque County REAP Plan — City Update, City Rep on REAP Committee, and REAP Grant Application for Eagle Point Park DATE: July 29, 2019 Planning Services Manager Laura Carstens recommends City Council approval of the City of Dubuque's Fiscal Year 2020 update to the Dubuque County Resource Enhancement and Protection (REAP) Plan, affirm City Council Member Kate Larson as the City representative, and approve a resolution for the $200,000 REAP grant application for implementing Phase 3 of the Environmental Restoration Management Plan in Eagle Point Park. I concur with the recommendation and respectfully request Mayor and City Council approval. v Mic ael C. Van Milligen MCVM:jh Attachment cc: Crenna Brumwell, City Attorney Teri Goodmann, Assistant City Manager Cori Burbach, Assistant City Manager Laura Carstens, Planning Services Manager Dubuque THE CITY OF � AII�A�eriea Ciq DuB E ;�r��lr��, Maste iece on the Mississi i z°°'.Z°lz.z°13 � pp 2017*2019 TO: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager FROM: Laura Carstens, Planning Services Manager �� SUBJECT: FY 2020 Dubuque County REAP Plan -- City Update, City Rep on REAP Committee, and REAP Grant Application for Eagle Point Park DATE: July 29, 2019 INTRODUCTION The Dubuque County REAP Committee is updating the Dubuque County REAP Plan for FY 2020. REAP (Resource Enhancement and Protection) is a grant program for parks and open space administered by the lowa Department of Natural Resources (IDNR). This memo requests City Council approval of the City of Dubuque's FY 2020 update to the Dubuque County REAP Plan, a FY 2020 REAP grant application, and the City's representative to the REAP Committee. Attached are Dubuque County REAP Committee correspondence, the City's REAP Plan update, the REAP grant application for Eagle Point Park, supporting documents, and a resolution. DISCUSSION The Dubuque County REAP Committee has requested the City of Dubuque's FY 2020 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 2, 2019. The attached information will be submitted by this deadline, subject to City Council action on August 5, 2019. FY 2020 REAP Plan Update Attached is the completed questionnaire for the City of Dubuque's FY 2020 update for the Dubuque County REAP Plan. The update was prepared based on the prior REAP Plan, the City's adopted FY 2020 - FY 2024 Capital Improvement Program, and input from Leisure Services Manager Marie Ware. FY 2020 REAP Committee -- Citv Representative The current City of Dubuque representative on the REAP Committee is City Council Member Kate Larson, who has agreed to serve again this fiscal year. 1 FY 2020 REAP Grant Application Leisure Services Manager Marie Ware has identified continued phased implementation of the Environmental Restoration Management Plan for Eagle Point Park as the top priority for REAP funds this year. Over time, Eagle Point Park's green space and natural wooded areas have experienced erosion and sediment loss. Increasing numbers of invasive plant species have added to the stormwater management issues on the park's rolling and sometimes rugged terrain. In 2017, the City Council adopted the Environmental Restoration Management Plan for Eagle Point Park to mitigate and reverse these impacts. Using this plan, the City has leveraged $801 ,300 in state and federal funding to begin implementing Phases 1 and 2 of the Environmental Restoration Management Plan. This is a long-term plan, however, and will require several phases and more funding to implement completely. BUDGETIMPACT The City Council approved a $185,244 Contract with Emmons and Olivier Resources, Inc. (EOR) in October 2018 for Project Design, Construction Management, and Grant Administration Services for Phases 1 and 2 of the environmental restoration work in Eagle Point Park. EOR is assisting the City with implementing Phases 1 and 2 as well as with grant administration and Section 106 historic preservation review due to the complexity of the state and federal funding sources we are using for the project. Attached is a $200,000 FY 2020 REAP grant application to implement Phase 3 of the Environmental Restoration Management Plan in Eagle Point Park. The intention is to retain EOR for Project Design, Construction Management, and Grant Administration Services at an estimated cost of$20,000 for Phase 3. The estimated cost of$180,000 for Phase 3 environmental restoration work brings the project total to $200,000. This is the maximum REAP grant amount for which the City is eligible. No match is required for REAP grants, so there is no cost to the City for the Phase 3 project. RECOMMENDATION The Dubuque County REAP Committee must approve updates to the annual REAP Plan and proposed REAP grant applications prior to their submittal to the IDNR. The REAP Committee will meet on August 7, 2019. REAP grant applications are due to the IDNR by August 15, 2019. Grant awards are usually confirmed by mid-October. Staff recommends that the City Council: . approve City of Dubuque's update of FY 2020 Dubuque County REAP Plan, . affirm City Council Member Kate Larson as the City representative, and . approve the resolution for the $200,000 REAP grant application for implementing Phase 3 of the Environmental Restoration Management Plan in Eagle Point Park. Attachments cc: Jenny Larson, Budget & Finance Director Marie Ware, Leisure Services Manager Stephen Fehsal, Park Division Manager 2 Prepared by: Laura Carstens, City Planner Address: City Hall, 50 W. 13th St Dubuque IA 52001 Telephone: 589-4210 Return to: Kevin Firnstahl, City Clerk Address: City Hall, 50 W. 13th St, Dubuque, IA 52001 Telephone: 589-4121 RESOLUTION NO. 283-19 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REAP GRANTAPPLICATION TO IOWA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES FOR PHASE 3 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 2017 Environmental Restoration Management Plan for Eagle Point Park, and Whereas, the City of Dubuque has adopted the 2017 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 THAT: Section 1. The Mayor hereby is authorized to sign and submit the FY 2020 REAP Grant application to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources for Phase 3 of the Eagle Point Park Environmental Restoration ivianagement Plan in the amount of $200,000. Section 2. 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 5th day of August 2019. Attest: Roy D. B I; Mayor TO: MEMBERS OF DUBUQUE COUNTY REAP COMMITTEE DUBUQUE COUNTY CITY CLERKS RE: REAP PLAN AND GRANT APPLICATION DATE: July 25, 2019 1. Attached is a questionnaire designed to assist your group in updating the Dubuque County FY2020 REAP Plan. Please return any information you may wish in the FY2020 Update to the plan bv Friday. Au¢ust 2. 2019. 2. Also enclosed is a form asking for any changes to representative on the Committee. Please return both forms by Friday,August 2, 2019 so that we can verify the membership prior to the meeting. You may submit both items by mail or by email to brian.preston @dubuquecounty.us. 3. The REAP Committee will meet on Wednesday, August 7"', 2019 at 3:00 p.m. in the Supervisors' Chambers,4"' Floor, Dubuque County Courthouse to approve changes to the FY2020 Dubuque County REAP Plan and REAP grant application for fiscal year 2020. 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 FY2020 REAP Grant Application and require assistance with it, contact Dan Fox at ECIA (556-4166) Sincerely, C��'��__ __ Brian Preston, Support Staff DUBUQUE COUNTY REAP COMMITTEE encl DUBUQUE COUNTY - FISCAL YEAR 2019 REAP COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIP DUBUOUE COUNTY Supervisor Jay Wickham 720 Central Ave Dubuque 52001 Supervisor Daryl Klein 720 Central Ave Dubuque 52001 Supervisor Dave Baker 720 Central Ave Dubuque 52001 CITIES Asbury Kayla Morrison 5290 Grand Meadow Asbury 52002 Drive Suite #1 Balltown Herb Sigwarth 405 Horseshoe Rd. Sherrill 52073 Bankston Bernard Karla Mahoney P O Box 66 Bernard 52032 Cascade Randy Lyons 501 Buchanan St S W Cascade 52033 Centralia Megan A. Schmitt 7965 Old Highway Rd Peosta 52068 Durango Dubuque Kate Larson 2535 Traut Terrace Dubuque 52001 Dyersville Epworth LuAnn Spiegel 109 Kellie Court Epworth 52045 Farley Steve Benda 303 7�' 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 Box19 New 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 Lauren Manternach 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 OTHER GOVERNMENTAL BODIES Soil & Water County Cons. Dave Ruden 3525 Keystone Dr Dubuque 52002 1 CONSERVATION AGENCIES Dubuque County Conservation Board Pat Rea 4528 Rea Road Bernard 52032 Dubuque County Conservation Society Paul Kaufman 555 O'Neill Street Dubuque 52001 Friends of Mines of Spain Steven Neyens 2467 W. 32°d Street 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 Wo1ffRd. Dubuque 52002 HISTORICAL SOCIETIES Jared McGovern 350 E. 3`d St Dubuque 52001 LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS Tamara Jo Prenosil 3050 St. Anne Drive Dubuque 52001 2 SUPPORTSTAFF Brian Preston County Conservation 13606 Swiss Valley Rd Peosta 52068 Marie Ware City Leisure Services 2200 Bunker Hill Rd Dubuque 52001 Dan Fox ECIA 7600 Commerce Park Dubuque 52002 Dawn Sherman HR Administrator 720 Central Ave Dubuque 52001 Theresa Weiss Soil Conservation 210 Bierman Rd. Epworth 52045 Laura Carstens City of Dubuque 50 W 13�' St Dubuque 52001 REAP PLANS FOR DUBUQUE COUNTY CITIES— FY 2019 City of Dubuque: FY19 Eagle Point Park- Implementation of Environmental Restoration Management Plan (Phases 1 & 2) FY20 Ecological Restoration - Four Mounds FY21 Kerper Bike Trail - Phase 2 and/or Phase 3 (dependent on other grants) FY22 F.D. Roosevelt Park Master Plan - Implementation FY23 Land Acquisition—Mines of Spain/E.B. Lyons (tentative) Citv of Epworth FY19 Tower Park Improvements FY20 Park Acquisition Citv of Worthinaton FY19 Walkway/trail around Memorial Park FY20 Walkway/trail around Memorial Hall FY21 Walkway/trail around baseball field Citv of New Vienna FY19 New Trail System for residents to walk- Safer than the highway (iffunding allows - 1 -3 year plan) Centralia Never participated in REAP REAP Plans for Other Entities in Dubuque County: Dubuque Countv Conservation FY19 Acquisition/Development of Valentine property FY20 Acquisition/Development of Dubuque Woodland property FY21 Acquisition/Development of additional property at Swiss Valley Nature Preserve FY22 Acquisition/Development of additional property at Whitewater Canyon Wildlife Area FY23 Acquisition of additional property at Finley's Landing Park Dubuque Countv Historical Societv � 3 Friends of Mines of Spain League of Women Voters Sierra Club FY23 Kaufman Avenue Prairie 4 CHANGES TO DUBUQUE COUNTY 5-YEAR REAP PLAN QUESTIONNAIRE NAME OF ORGANIZATION OR MUNICIPALITY: 1. List �eneral REAP le�islation-related �oals and obiectives of vour or�anization or municinalitv that have chan�ed since the 2019 undate of the Dubuque Countv Plan: 2. List additions or deletions from present recreational/natural areas under your jurisdiction: 3. List the nroiects for which vou hone to utilize REAP fundine in the neat five vears: FY 2020 FY 2021 FY 2022 FY 2023 FY 2024 4 List all actual and anticinated exnenditures of REAP fund for FY19: 5. Summarize anv additional information about vour a�encv/citv/or�anization that vou would like to have included in the Dubuque County Plan. Use Additional Sheets if Necessary Return to: Dubuque County REAP Committee, 13606 Swiss Valley Rd., Peosta, IA 52068 by mail, or email to Brian.Preston@dubuquecounty.us. MINUTES OF THE DUBUQUE COUNTY REAP COMMITTEE (Resource Enhancement and Protection) AUG UST 8, 2018 Members Present: Jay Wickham (Chairperson, Dubuque County Board of Supervisors), Dave Baker (Dubuque County Board of Supervisors), Brian Preston (Dubuque County Conservation Board), Patrick Rea (Dubuque County Conservation Board),Charles Winterwood (White Pine Chapter of Sierra Club), Sandy Gassman (City of Epworth),Steve Neyens (Friends of the Mines of Spain), Dan Dunham (Pheasants Forever), Lauren Manternach (City of Worthington), Bill Berger(City of Worthington), Christine Happ Olson (Four Mounds Foundation), Paul Kaufman (Dubuque County Conservation Society), and Tamara Prenosil (League of Women Voters). Staff Present: Dawn Sherman (Dubuque County HR Administrator), Dan Fox (ECIA), and Laura Carstens (City of Dubuque) The meeting was called to order at 3:01 p.m. in the Dubuque County Board of Supervisors'Chambers, 4"'floor, Dubuque County Courthouse, 720 Central Avenue, Dubuque by Dubuque REAP Chairperson Wickham. Motion made by Ms. Reid, seconded by Mr. Neyens,carried unanimously to approve the minutes of the August 8, 2017 Dubuque County REAP Committee. Mr. Preston provided an update on the FY19 REAP program. The state-wide REAP program will have a $10 Million budget for FY19,with $2 Million of that being used for state parks. He added that there is no limit to the number of costs of the REAP application submitted. Discussion was held regarding the FY19 update to the Dubuque County REAP Plan. Ms. Gassman updated the City of Worthington Plan for FY20 to "Walkway/trail around Memorial Hall." Ms. Happ Olson updated the City of Dubuque FY20 plan to "Four Mounds—Ecological Restoration." Motion was made by Ms. Maternach and seconded by Mr. Winterwood, carried unanimously to approve the FY19 Update to the Dubuque County REAP Plan with the changes discussed. A motion was made by Mr. Winterwood and seconded by Mr. Neyens to update the membership list adding Four Mounds Foundation to the Dubuque County REAP Committee. Motion carried unanimously. Ms. Gassman present the REAP application for the City of Epworth. They are applying for$74,000 for lighting and terracing of Tower Park. Motion was made by Mr. Neyens and seconded by Mr. Baker, carried unanimously to approve the City of Epworth's REAP application. Ms. Manternach and Mr. Berger presented the application for the City of Worthington. They are applying for$45,585 for a sidewalk trail in Memorial Park. There are plans to expand the sidewalk trail around the Memorial Hall and Ball Diamond in future years. Motion was made by Ms. Gassman and seconded by Mr. Winterwood, carried unanimously to approve the City of Worthington's REAP application. Ms. Happ Olson presented the application for the City of Dubuque. They are applying for$200,000 for ecological restoration and accessibility improvements for Four Mounds Park. The foundation will use $150K for the ecological restoration and $SOK for the accessible parking and path. Motion was made by Mr. Winterwood and seconded by Mr. Kauffman,carried unanimously to approve the City of Dubuque's REAP application. Motion was made by Ms. Larson, seconded by Ms. Manternach, carried unanimously to adjourn the meeting at 3:34 p.m. Respectfully submitted by, Dawn Sherman Dubuque County HR Administrator NOTICE OF MEETING OF DUBUQUE COUNTY REAP COMMITTEE (Resource Enhancement and Protection) DATE OF MEETING Wednesday, August 7, 2019 PLACE OF MEETING: Supervisors' Chambers, 4�h Floor Dubuque County Courthouse TIME OF MEETING: 3:00 p.m. TENTATIVE AGENDA 1. Approval of minutes of ineeting of August 08, 2018 2. FY20 REAP update (Brian Preston) 3 Review and approval of FY20 update to the FY20 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 589-444L If you are hearing impaired, call Relay Iowa TTY at 1-800-735-2942. CHANGES TO DUBUQUE COUNTY 5-YEAR REAP PLAN QUESTIONNAIRE NAME OF ORGANIZATION OR MUICIPALITY: Citv of Dubuaue 1. List �eneral REAP le�islation-related �oals and obiectives of vour or�anization or municinalitv that have chan�ed since the 2019 undate of the Dubuque Countv Plan: None. 2. List additions or deletions from present recreational/natural areas under your jurisdiction: Added 8 acres to Valentine Park and installed native prairie, bioswales, and rain garden plantings in 2018. Ecological restoration work to be completed in 2019. 3. List the nroiects for which vou hone to utilize REAP fundine in the neat five vears: FY 2020: Eagle Point Park - Implement Environmental Restoration Management Plan (Phase 3) FY 2021: Four Mounds Park- Implement Ecological Restoration Plan (Phase 2) FY 2022: Land Acquisition—Four Mounds Park(tentative) FY 2023: Land Acquisition—Mines of Spain/ E.B. Lyons Interpretive Center (tentative) FY 2024: Southwest Arterial MRT Bike/Hike Trail 4. List all actual and anticinated exnenditures of REAP fund for FY19: ➢ $350,000 for Eagle Point Park — Implementation of Environmental Restoration Management Plan (Phases 1 and 2) 5. Summarize any 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 environmental programs are funded)to help fund REAP. B. Additional REAP-eligible projects in the city limits of Dubuque include: In alnhabetical order: ➢ Chaplain Schmitt Island Master Plan—Recreational Projects ➢ Comiskey Park Redevelopment ➢ Dodge Street Bike/Hike Trail 1 ➢ Dubuque Industrial Center West Trail Development ➢ Eagle Valley Park Development ➢ English Ridge Park Development ➢ Granger Creek Nature Trail (Dubuque Technology Park) ➢ GreenbelUWildlife Preserve, Medical Associates Clinic West ➢ Greenway Trail Development: Usha Park at NW Arterial and Pennsylvania Avenue to Keyway Drive (North Fork CatFish Creek) ➢ Kerper Boulevard Bike/Hike Trail—Phases 2 and 3 ➢ 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 ➢ 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 2 p ^ � , IOWA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES �REAP � � Resource Enhancement and Protection �� REAP GRANT APPLICATION 1. GRANT PROGRAM ❑ Private/Pu61ic Open Space ❑County Conservation � City Parks and Open Spaces (For Private/Public- Name of DNR Field Staff involved in project: ) 2. APPLICATION CONTACT APPLICANT: City of Dubuque CONTACT PERSON: Laura Carstens EMAIL: Icarsten@cityofdubuque.org TELEPHONE: 563-589-4210 APPLICANT MAILING ADDRE55: City Hall -50 W. 13`�Street CITY&ZIP CODE: Dubuque 52001 PROJECT 911 ADDRE55�if available): 2601ShirasAvenue COUNTY: Dubuque LATITUDE/LONGITUDE COORDINATES: 42"32'14J"N 90"38'S7.8" (To find Lat/Long Coordinates:6o to Gooele Man. Right-d ick on the primary public access point for the project.Select WhaYs here? In the search boxat the top ofthe page,the mordinates will appear.) 3. PROJECT DESCRIPTION &COSTS Phase 3: Implementation of Eagle Point Park Environmental a.TITLE: Restoration Management Plan b. PROJECTSUMMARY: (Maximumof75wordssummarizingtheREAPGrantrequest) The City seeksfunding to implement Phase 3 ofthe Eagle Point Park Environmental Restoration Management Plan. Implementation will improve sustainability by restoring and enhancing native plant communities and soil qualityto provide new nature-based recreation opportunitiesforvisitoa, create habitatforwildlife, and fostersustainability. Phase 3 will include: ravine stabilization, invasive species management (especially in woodland areas), and a tree inventory and management plan forthe park. c. TYPE OF PROJECTAND COSTS: (For activities associated with this grent request only). ❑ Land acquisition" Costs related to land acquisition: $ � Development Costs related to development: $ 200,000 � Other,please descri6e: Costs related to other activities: $ AMOUNT OF REAP GRANT REQUESTED: S 200,000 d. Amount of local or match money": *25% minimum match is required for Private/Public Program only. No match is required forcity and county grants. 4. PROJECTTIMELINE a. Isthe project a portion of a larger, overall projec[to be implemented overa multi-year period? ❑ No �Yes, Numberofyears: 10 Estimated overall mst: $1.04 million b. ESTIMATEDPROIECTDATES Start: March2020 Completion: December2021 0)/2014 cmc 1 DNR Porm 502-0U9 5. ACQUISITION SCHEDULE (Acquisition Projects Only) Parcel Estimated Estimated Number #of Estimated Average Value of Land Value of Code* Date of Price Per Acquisition Existing Total Cost on Map Acres A�quisition Acre without Improvements or Photo incidentals to be Acquired TOTAL TOTAL Parcels & Acres Appraisal Costs *Code: Survey Costs 1. Negotiated Purchase Other Incidental Costs 2. Condemnation Grant Total Land Acquisition Cost 3. Donation Overall Cost per Acre Including Incidental 6. SIGNATURES 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 II of the American with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975,Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and the lowa 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 lowa 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 lowa 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. 2 DNR Form 542-0279 Planning Services Manager Applicant's Signature and Date Applicant's Title PRIVATE/PUBLIC GRANTS ONLY Applicant's Signature and Date Applicant's Title CITY COUNCIL OR COUNTY CONSERVATION BOARD APPROVAL (City and County Projects Only) 1, the undersigned, certi that the city council of Dubuque has on the date of August 7, 2017 reviewed this proposed project and approved i)submittal for Resource Enhancement and Protection (REAP) grant consideration. 0, Signature of Mayor or August 5, 2019 unty 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. August 7, 2019 Signature of Chair, County Resource Enhancement Committee Date For information on County REAP Committees, visit the REAP County Committee webpage. MINORITY IMPACT STATEMENT (Required for all grants) Pursuant to 2008 Iowa Acts, HF 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 ❑ American Indians ❑ Persons with a Disability ❑ Asians ❑ Alaskan Native Americans ❑ Blacks ❑ 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 ❑ Latinos ❑ 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. 3 nnio cn..., CA -Ln, -7o I hereby certify that the information on this form is complete and accurate,to the best of my knowledge: Planning Services Manager ApplicanYs Signature and Date ApplicanYs Title DEFINITIONS "Disobility"as defined in lowa 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."Disobility"does not include any of the following: (a)Homosexuality or bisexuality. (b)Transvestism,transsexualism,pedophilia,exhibitionism,voyeurism,gender identify disorders not resultingfrom physical impairments, or sexual behavior disorders. (c)Compulsive gambling,kleptomania,or pyromania (d)Psychoactive substance abuse disorders resultingfrom current illegal use of drugs. "Mojor life octivity"as defined in lowa Code section 15.102(12)"b"(2)includes"functions such as caringfor one'self,performing manual tasks, walking,seeing,hearing,speaking,breathing,learning,or working:' "Minority Persons"as defined by lowa Code section 5.11(2)"b"means"individuals who are women,persons with a disability,African Americans, Latinos,Asian or Pacific Islanders,American Indians,and Alaskan Native Americans:' 4 DNR Form 542-0279 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 [ommittee for scoring purposes. I. Project Location Eagle Point Park is a historic community/regional park located atop limestone bluffs onthe Mississippi Riveronthe northeast side of the city of Dubuque in Dubuque County, lowa, at the juncture of the three states of lowa, Illinois, and Wismnsin.The park is accessed from two city streets with the main entrance at 2601 Shiras Avenue where a toll booth allows access to motor vehides for a fee, and to bicydists and pedestrians at no mst. This entrance is the park's Southern 6ate Road.The remndary entrance is at the terminus of Eagle Point Drive, which transitions to the park's Northern 6ate Road.This entrance does not allow vehides to enterthe park; vehides must park outside the park fence.This entrance is open free to bicydists and pedestrians. The park is a choice natural area forvarious forms of outdoor recreation induding walking, scenic viewing, nature study and pirnicking. tts amenities indude restrooms, open air and dosed pavilions, horseshoe pits, drinking fountains, seasonal lily pond with waterfalls and goldfish, band shell, tennis murts, playground equipment, barbecue grills, nature trails,flower gardens, and viewing towers.The location and landscape mntext ofthe park is shown below. �J 2 ..94, � Ee9lO..int'�, i � .. Park... �.Y N pry q vrtsc6.cimeq a.� a�rsw.a ' 1p� 4 � i r A � i... ____ _ ...._ _ o�b�a�e II. Project Description This project is part ofan ongoing environmental restoration effortfor Eagle Point Parkthat mntributes to Dubuque's mission of creating a sustainable future. It involves implementation of the Eagle Point Park Environmental Restoration Management Plan (ERMP) that was mmpleted under a REAP grant in fiscal year 2016 and adopted by the city in 2017 to addressthe Park's rwreational and natual spacesthat wfferthe effects of severe erosion, invasive vegetation, and degaded natual habitats on the rolling, rugged terrain. Some implementation of that plan will commenceusingfundsfromthefederalLandand WaterConservationFundaswellasfundsfromthepreviousREAP grant. s orvr vorm mzovs 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 lowa 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 (Spiranthes magnicamporum), 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. w r 1 Ft '� t.t Y nh � .��y' ij I �t ak �y '� m � ' ,�F ; ' / �V t � '�Y ��1�^�re � ` "f I "a � "� . 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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. The City seeks funding to implement Phase 3 ofthe Eagle Point Park Environmental Restoration Management Plan. 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 3 will include: ravine stabilization, invasive species management (especially in woodland areas), and a tree inventory and management plan forthe park. 6 DNR Form 542-0279 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 3 actions within landscape conteM 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 illustratethe spatial conteM of restoration and enhancement actions.An aerial photo of Eagle Point Parkwith boundary(below, Exhibit 4) illustrates the developed park areas (buildings, roads,turf�, and overall forested nature. The small patches of prairie are difficult to discern at this scale. �' � ��'� � x_ � � � � �e;� �„� .. � »'rF�^q�. ,t.•:'� .- �. r f", .�:Y' 4? 1 <�5� .'+�4.. �� i � � «`,n "� �u � �r �� ., � s � * � � ,:p ^ yv � ,��-0 �� '. LrIf� �� pb� alpy I �'�iRa4., �, i �.�l �� ^�� ,.. .. ��. �v� �y 1 �� 1 � � i~ ' � C� "�'V'O L .<�1 . �{� . '�'� adi n ''`' '�� ' � • �. �R \'' �,.� . �$�� r �rt�. ! +�� 1 �y h.4! 'L-�� 1 \ `'/ . ry1 '1 �4 � � h� � � s,*a�Yi� ti�r x�k K � -`r - ' '�?� n'4 '�i°'�x'`7 ♦ ;4 �+I �„' > 1 "'��f�., ry� � �a« � :f K1�" �0. �pT �+(9�,, L � � '•Y _ ;.is^ L �1. ,Z;,�•.Y"a^ `C _ i � . _; . 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' .. t� m sire —' , ti �` �- c m 'c---�----v' . � � - . --�j . � -- Eagle Point Park - Environmental Restoration Management Plan ��,n,Mao�s. aESv�Genxum0e�iBLd10 Exhibit 1 ��.x,m,.�s„o,�s�o�,��.�,.,�o,a�� ReglOnal Context ��!!!�'+!nveueo � iEco�acicn� ��yyl)��SEPNCB ». N �nir, N o i z 8 DNR Form 542-0D9 Eagle Point Park is a valuable mosaic of historical buildings,traditional developed park recreational areas, and natural land cover. .__ .. . _ � [OCq��4Mq0 ANEAFAONiPAV�N�' �� - � � �SNIAASMEMOAIAL ,��t ' j� � EAGLE'SVIEWPAVILION PA�ILION C9ClfP0/NIpR MCM��N �. .�� `ANNEX 4 � BANO SNELL A� ....EASiP00fA I 5 � I�NAOOM �Pwen�ioe�� PENAIAPAVILION � 9yo� VEAANOAAOOMS � �! � RR ef9s f q�f7� iEAPACEN00f•1� L fo �� iAVSiAiEVIEWPAVILION a � . LEGEND � • � �� ,Ro�v�NE,�� PANLILN(6indi�zles . accrssbleoemllunl � RAVAREA FlSH PON� . �SNIR � � �� HORS6HOE PIiS ��E - iENNISC00Ri . � i1ACCESSIBLERE�i200PdE �__ ,o.h �� LOGCABINIPAVILION .ax ACCESSIBLEPICNICn2b1 ` � V 9 DNR Porm 542-0U9 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 3) is anticipated for REAP funding in 2020 and listed as the 2020 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 3 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 lowa. 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 lowans. 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 lowa 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 lowa'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. 10 DNR Form 542-0279 • Goal 3: Provide assistance to local communities and governments to improve the quality and revitalize the recreational use of priority water bodies. • Goal 4: Provide high-quality, safe and affordable recreational opportunities that meet the demands, needs and diversity of experiences lowans desire. PRIORITY 4: Promote outdoor recreation as a means to achieve healthier lifestyles, enhancing the quality of life for all lowans. In creating the REAP-funded Environmental Restoration Management Plan, the city of Dubuque invested in solid integrated local and regional planning. Phase 3 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 lowans, state and county initiatives to promote outdoor recreation and increase participation. PRIORITY 5: Better understand lowans' outdoor recreation wants and needs, and develop effective tools that connect them to lowa'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 lowa Wildlife Action Plan Phase 3 addresses five of the eight elements of the lowa 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. 11 DNR Form 542-0279 Relationship to the 2006 lowa Great River Road Corridor Mana¢ement 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 ofthe resources and importance ofthe Great River Road. • It will provide new travel experiences through effective interpretation and promotion ofthe 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 2077 Ima¢ine Dubuque Comprehensive Plan The project relates to the 2017 Dubuque Comprehensive Plan's Environmental Integrity Chapter re: urban forestry, native plants for pollinators, green infrastructure protection areas, eco-education programming, participatory land conservation, stormwater best management practices, and environmental restoration at Eagle Point Park. The project also relates to the Plan's Social + Cultural Vibrancy Chapter re: a high priority to rehabilitate and enhance Eagle Point Park. V. Environmental, Economic and Social Impacts of Project Phase 3 of Implementation of the Eagle Point Park Environmental Restoration Management Plan will include: ravine stabilization, invasive species management (especially in woodland areas), and a tree inventory and management plan for the park. 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. 12 DNR Form 542-0279 VI. Historical,ArchaeologicalandArchitecturalFeatures/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 forthe National Register of Historic Places (NRHP).The park has multiple historic themes, contexts, and attributesthat contribute to it significance. Protection of historical and archaeological sites during implementation is ensured in the ERMP bythe 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. ��, e o�. o,�noaa�� cmw�ia..a.,�.n.o�a,.�.w�me V' , s.�m.��,.4.,.��..��.,a� � 3 �e^m�,rvswn�re�,.,,�.v.� � � e�a:aaa,x��a ' __.. eame,y � • � � . 'l , Eagle Point Park-Environmental ReStoration Management Plan ..,�...,.Mom,.o�� Exhibif'10 "^",^^��'°°-�'°�^'"�••'• Cultural Resources Avoidance ��'Y�5 V F �S ...,00��,..e�m N ASSOQATES o mo<oo aoo A 13 DNR Form 542-0D9 VII.Local Participation Since 2006,the Mayor and City Council have identified "becoming a more Sustainable City' as one oftheir 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 3 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 Management Plan (ERMP) 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. Creation ofthis ERMP was approved bythe City Council at their August 3, 2015 public meeting, and 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 excludingthe 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 3 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. 14 DNR Form 542-0279 IX. Itemized Costs Below is an itemized cost estimate developed for this $200,000 REAP grant application for Phase 3 of implementation of the Environmental Restoration Management Plan in the Park. Project REAP Total Phase 3 Component Description of Project Activities Cost Request Cost Contractual Services Environmental Restoration Work $180,000 $180,000 $180,000 Consultant Services Design, Engineering, and Permitting $20,000 $20,000 $20,000 Project Totals $200,000 $200,000 $200,000 X. Public Communications The purpose ofthe project's Public Communications Plan is to ensure public knowledge ofthis project at Eagle Point Park, acknowledge REAP and the partnerships involved in its development, and encourage continued use ofthe 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.citvofdubuque.or�, 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. 15 DNR Form 542-0279 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. 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 ofthe 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 7, 2019, the Dubuque County Resource Enhancement Committee reviewed and approved this FY2020 REAP grant application and the Chairperson signed the application. The minutes of the meeting are attached. 8. PROJECT SCORING CRITERIA (weight factors in parentheses) Make sure that all criteria are addressed in the application. Private/Public Open Space Grant Countv Conservation Citv 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.iow adnr.gov/Environment/REAP/REAPGrants.aspx Contact for all grants: Tammie Krausman, REAP Coordinator T ammie.Krausman(a�dnr.iow a.gov (515)281-8382 16 DNR Form 542-0279