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Fiscal Year 2012 Dubuque County REAP PlanMasterpiece on the Mississippi TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members FROM: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager Dubuque btall All- AmedcaCiity 1 I I 2007 SUBJECT: FY 2012 Dubuque County REAP Plan -- City of Dubuque Update, Grant Applications and City Representative on REAP Committee DATE: July 25, 2011 Planning Services Manager Laura Carstens recommends City Council approval of the City of Dubuque's update of the Fiscal Year 2012 Dubuque County Resource Enhancement and Protection (REAP) plan, the attached resolution for submittal of a Fiscal Year 2012 REAP grant application of $200,000 for land acquisition for E.B. Lyons Interpretive Center and Mines of Spain, and the attached resolution for submittal of a Fiscal Year 2012 REAP grant application of $200,000 for installation of the Bee Branch Creek Trail -MRT Route (24th Street to Garfield Avenue). It is further recommended that the City Council confirm the City Council representative to the Dubuque County REAP Committee. Council Member Joyce Connors is the current representative. I concur with the recommendation and respectfully request Mayor and City Council approval. Mic ael C. Van Milligen MCVM:jh Attachment cc: Barry Lindahl, City Attorney Cindy Steinhauser, Assistant City Manager Laura Carstens, Planning Services Manager Masterpiece on the Mississippi TO: Michael C. Van Mil!igen, City Manager FROM: Laura Carstens, Planning Services Manager Dubuque ktall All- AniedcaCity 1 i 1 1 i ! 2007 SUBJECT: FY 2012 Dubuque County REAP Plan -- City of Dubuque Update, Grant Applications and City Representative on REAP Committee DATE: July 20, 2011 INTRODUCTION The Dubuque County REAP Committee is updating the Dubuque County REAP Plan for FY 2012. 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 2012 update to the Dubuque County REAP Plan, a REAP grant application for land acquisition for E.B. Lyons Interpretive Center and Mines of Spain, a REAP grant application for installation of the Bee Branch Creek Trail — MRT Route (24th St. to Garfield Avenue), and confirmation of the City's representative to the REAP Committee. Attachments include correspondence from the REAP Committee, the City's REAP Plan update, two REAP grant applications, two resolutions for the two grant applications, and the REAP Committee appointment form. DISCUSSION The REAP Committee has requested the City of Dubuque's FY 2012 update for the Dubuque County 5 -Year REAP Plan, any REAP grant applications, and confirmation of the City of Dubuque's representative on the REAP Committee by July 29, 2011. The enclosed information will be submitted by this deadline, subject to City Council action on August 1, 2011. FY 2012 REAP Plan Update Attached is the completed questionnaire for the City of Dubuque's FY 2012 update for the Dubuque County REAP Plan. The update was prepared based on the prior REAP Plan and the City's adopted FY 2012 - FY 2016 Capital Improvement Program, with input from Leisure Services Manager Marie Ware on additional REAP - eligible projects. FY 2012 REAP Grant Applications Staff recommends submittal of the attached REAP grant application of $200,000 for land acquisition for E.B. Lyons Interpretive Center and Mines of Spain. This acquisition is for approximately 52 acres of vacant land west of the Center to expand the state park 1 boundaries. Expansion of the park is an objective in the City's Comprehensive Plan and the Mines of Spain Master Plan. The City is working in partnership with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, the Friends of the Mines of Spain, and the Iowa Natural Heritage Foundation on acquisition of this land. Staff also recommends submittal of the attached REAP grant application of $200,000 for installation of the Bee Branch Creek Trail — MRT Route. This project will fund paving costs for the approximately 1/2 mile trail from 24th St. to Garfield Avenue as a 10 -foot wide off - road trail along the Upper Bee Branch Creek Restoration Project, adjacent to Audubon Elementary School. Matching funds will come from City funds budgeted for the Upper Bee Branch Creek Restoration Project. The City of Dubuque is eligible for up to $200,000 in REAP grant funds. Consequently, only one of these applications can be funded. The recommended priority for these REAP grant applications is: 1. Land acquisition for E.B. Lyons Interpretive Center and Mines of Spain, and 2. Bee Branch Creek Trail — MRT Route. This ranking is based on the likelihood of the land acquisition proposal scoring higher with the IDNR review committee, and the other grant applications the City has submitted for the trail project. The City does not have a current CIP budget for the land acquisition for E.B. Lyons Interpretive Center and Mines of Spain. Budget Director Jenny Larson has indicated that if a FY 2012 REAP grant is received for this request, the project can be added through a budget amendment. No City match is required for REAP grants. City Representative on REAP Committee The current City representative on the REAP Committee is City Council Member Joyce Connors. Confirmation of the City's FY 2012 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. The REAP Committee will meet on August 9, 2010. FY 2012 REAP Plan updates and REAP grant applications are due to the REAP Committee by July 29, 2011. REAP grant applications are due to the IDNR by August 15, 2010. Grant awards are usually confirmed by October. I recommend that the City Council approve the attached City of Dubuque's update of the FY 2012 Dubuque County REAP Plan, the attached resolution for submittal of a FY 2012 REAP grant application of $200,000 for land acquisition for E.B. Lyons Interpretive Center and Mines of Spain, and the attached resolution for submittal of a FY 2012 REAP grant application of $200,000 for installation of the Bee Branch Creek Trail — MRT Route. I also recommend that the City Council confirm the City Council representative to the Dubuque County REAP Committee. Attachments cc: Marie Ware, Leisure Services Manager Jenny Larson, Budget Director Deron Muehring, Civil Engineer 2 CHANGES TO DUBUQUE COUNTY 5 -YEAR REAP PLAN QUESTIONNAIRE NAME OF ORGANIZATION OR MUICIPALITY: City of Dubuque 1. List general REAP legislation- related goals and objectives of your organization or municipality that have changed since the 2011 update of the Dubuque County 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 years: ➢ FY 2012: Land Acquisition for E.B. Lyons Interpretive Center & Mines of Spain ➢ FY 2012: Bee Branch Creek Trail (MRT Route from 24th St. to Garfield Ave.) ➢ FY 2013: Eagle Valley Park Development ➢ FY 2014: Westbrook Park Development, Phase II ➢ FY 2014: Granger Creek Nature Trail, Dubuque Technology Park ➢ FY 2016: Pebble Cove Park Development ➢ FY 2016: North Fork Trails Park Development 4. List all actual and anticipated expenditures of REAP fund for FY12: ➢ $20,000 for Phase 2 (JFK Road to Plaza Drive) of the Iowa 32 (NW Arterial) Bike /Hike Trail ($180,000 expended in FY10) ➢ $200,000 for Phase 3 (Plaza Drive to Holliday Drive) of the Iowa 32 (NW Arterial) Bike /Hike Trail 5. Summarize any additional information about your agency /city /organization that you would like to have included in the Dubuque County 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: ➢ English Ridge Park Development D. Serenity Park Development ➢ Timber -Hyrst Park Development D. Westbrook Park Development, Phase III ➢ Trails in the Dubuque Industrial Center West ➢ Usha Park (Phases 4 and 5) ➢ Iowa 32 (NW Arterial) Bike /Hike Trail (future phases: Holliday Drive to Chavenelle Road) ➢ Middle Fork Catfish Creek Trail Development ➢ Dodge Street Bike/Hike Trail ➢ Land acquisition for neighborhood size park on west side of Dubuque ➢ Greenway Trail Development: Usha Park at NW Arterial and Pennsylvania Avenue to Keyway Drive (North Fork Catfish Creek) D. Greenbelt /Wildlife Preserve, Medical Associates Clinic West ➢ Landscaping Improvements, Mauss Lake detention basin C. REAP- eligible projects outside the city limits of Dubuque include: D. Redevelopment of former FDR Park ➢ Land Acquisition for E.B. Lyons Interpretive Center & Mines of Spain 2 Eric Manternach emanternach@dbqco.org Wayne Demmer wdemmer @dbq.org Daryl Klein dklein @dbeco.org TO: RE: DATE: encl 21,cbuve Cuvatry e06i O Saperviiori COURTHOUSE - 720 CENTRAL AVENUE DUBUQUE, IOWA 52001 -7079 www.dubuquecounty.org (( s JUL 5 2011 I� , CITY OF DU!BBUC! ,ER'rlci-; f. m .... _y...,__ Phone: 563 -589 -4441 Fax: 563 -587 -3836 MEMBERS OF DUBUQUE COUNTY REAP COMMITI'LE DUBUQUE COUNTY CITY CLERKS REAP PLAN AND GRANT APPLICATIONS June 29, 2011 1 Attached is a questionnaire designed to assist your group in updating the Dubuque County FY2012 REAP Plan. Please return any information you may wish in the FY 2012 update to the plan by Thursday, July 29, 2011. 2. Also enclosed is a form asking for any changes to representatives on the Committee. Please return both forms by Thursday, July 29, 2011 so that we can verify the membership prior to the meeting. You may submit both items by mail, fax to 563 -587 -3836 or e-mail to mberendes @dbeco.org. 3. The REAP Committee will meet on Tuesday, August 9th, at 3:00 p.m. in the Supervisors' Chambers, 4th Floor, Dubuque County Courthouse to approve changes to the FY2012 Dubuque County Reap Plan and REAP grant applications for fiscal year 2012. Please note that the public entrance to the Dubuque County Courthouse is the Central Avenue entrance, with Courthouse Security procedures required. The 2010 minutes are included for your review. 4. If you are interested in making a FY2012 REAP Grant Application and require assistance with it, contact Maria Quinn at ECIA (556- 4166). Sincerely, tt �r�-- hJ.s2rmvrr>Q/L Wayne emmer, Chairperson DUBUQUE COUNTY REAP COMMITTEE NOTICE OF MEETING OF DUBUQUE COUNTY REAP COMMITTEE (Resource Enhancement and Protection) DAI'L OF MEETING PLACE OF MEETING: TIME OF MEETING: Tuesday, August 9, 2011 Supervisors' Chambers, 4th Floor Dubuque County Courthouse 3:00 p.m. TENTATIVE AGENDA 1. Approval of minutes of meeting of August 11, 2010 2. FY12 REAP update (Brian Preston) 3 Review and approval of FY12 update to the FY12 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 -4445. If you are hearing impaired, call Relay Iowa TTY at 1- 800 - 735 -2942. MINUTES OF THE DUBUQUE COUNTY REAP COMMITTEE (Resource Enhancement and Protection) August 11, 2010 Members Present: Eric Manternach (Chairperson, Dubuque County Board of Supervisors), Wayne Demmer (Dubuque County Board of Supervisors), Patrick Rea (Dubuque County Conservation Board), Laura Carstens (City of Dubuque Planning), Kathleen Weber (Dubuque League of Women Voters), Dan Dunham (Dubuqueland Pheasants Forever), Luann Spiegel (City of Epworth), Joyce Connors (City of Dubuque), Charles Winterwood (Sierra Club), Nita Wiederaenders (Dubuque County Conservation Board), Deb Fleckenstein (Archdiocese of Dubuque), Marie Ware (City of Dubuque Leisure Services), Bob Miller (Friends of the Conservation Board) Staff Present: Mark Schneider (E.C.I.A.), Brian Preston (Dubuque County Conservation), Mary Ann Specht (Dubuque County) The meeting was called to order at 3:00 p.m. in the Supervisor's Chambers, 4th floor, Dubuque County Courthouse by REAP Chairperson Eric Manternach. Motion made by Mr. Rhea, seconded by Ms. Wiederaenders, carried unanimously to formally approve the minutes from the August 11, 2009 Dubuque County REAP Committee meeting. Discussion was held regarding the FY11 Dubuque County Update to the REAP Plan. Motion was made by Ms. Wiederaenders, seconded by Mr. Rhea, carried unanimously to approve the FY11 Update to the Dubuque County REAP Plan. Mr. Preston provided an overview of the state allocation of REAP funding. indicating $15 million dollars had been allocated for FY 1. He reported that the new DNR REAP Coordinator is Tammie Krausman and that an effort will be made to provide more accountability for REAP funded projects by conducting final inspections and compliance with grant performance measures. He also reported that there are now five different options for Iowa REAP license plates and a renewed effort would be made for more REAP education funding and attracting younger participants to REAP's efforts. Mr. Preston presented three REAP grant applications for Dubuque County Conservation. The first REAP funding application for $100,000 was for property acquisition of the Jelinski addition of 47 acres adjacent to Swiss Valley Park. This property acquisition would add 1/2 mile to the current cold water trout stream and hiking trails connecting with the Swiss Valley campground. The second REAP funding application for $538,400 was for the property acquisition of the Miller- McGrath addition of 149 acres adjacent to the Heritage Trail. This property acquisition would allow for future development of a future campground and facilities for Heritage Trail users. The third REAP funding application for $39,440 for the property acquisition of the Duggan addition of 15.45 acres adjacent to Bankston Park. The purchase will protect outstanding geological and excellent forest habitat for rare an endangered species of plants and wildlife. Motion made by Dr. Winterwood, seconded by Ms. Wiederaenders, carried unanimously to approve all the Dubuque Conservation REAP funding applications. Ms. Carstens presented the City of Dubuque's REAP grant application. The application requests $200,000 of a $228,300 project to complete the fourth phase of the IA32 hike /bike trail. This would extend the ten foot wide trail from the intersection of Holliday Drive with IA32, southerly along the west side of IA32 to the intersection of Pennsylvania Avenue with IA32. Motion made by Ms. Connors, seconded by Mr. Rhea, carried unanimously to approve the City of Dubuque's REAP funding application. Ms. Spiegel presented the REAP grant application for the City of Epworth requesting $75,000 in funding to extend the existing Jacoby Walkway. The walkway will be extended 3000 feet and will connect to an existing one -mile walkway. Lighting, garden plots and tree plantings are planned along the walkway. Motion made by Mr. Rhea, seconded by Ms. Wiederaenders, carried unanimously to approve the City of Epworth's REAP funding application. General discussion included an update by Mr. Preston on the Heritage Trail Pedestrian Overpass on Highway 52 to link the Heritage Trail and a report by Ms. Carstens regarding the City of Dubuque's receipt of a grant to provide city trail brochures and maps in English and Spanish and the addition of information kiosks on the city trail system. Motion made by Mr. Manternach, seconded by Mr. Rea, carried unanimously to adjourn at 3:42 p.m. Respectfully submitted by Eric Manternach, Chairperson August 11, 2010 DUBUQUE COUNTY FISCAL YEAR 2012 REAP COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIP DUBUQUE COUNTY Wayne Demmer Daryl Klein Eric Manternach CITIES Asbury Balltown Herb Sigwarth Bankston Bernard Karla Mahoney Cascade Randy Lyons Centralia Jean Wuertzer Durango Dubuque Joyce Conners Dyersville Pete Bonifas Epworth LuAnn Spiegel Farley Steve Benda Graf Holy Cross Paul Ross Luxemburg Mike Ungs Peosta Tom McAndrew New Vienna Jane Niehaus Rickardsville Vicky Cleary Sageville Mary Habel Sherrill Rhonda Mueller Worthington Mary Habel Zwingle Paul Taylor SCHOOL DISTRICTS Western Dubuque Robert McCabe Dubuque Community Donna Bauerly Dubuque Catholic Deb Fleckenstein Page 1 720 Central 720 Central 720 Central Dubuque Dubuque Dubuque 52001 52001 52001 405 Horseshoe Rd. Sherrill 52073 P O Box 66 Bernard 501 Buchanan St SW Cascade 7978 Maranatha Ct. Peosta 660 Edith St. 340 First Ave. E 109 Kellie Court 303 7t Ave NE 654 Highland Ct. POBox115 8612 Tennis Lane PO Box 19 20484 St. Joseph Dr. P.O. Box 3313 5235 Sherrill Rd. P.O. Box 197 305 Main St. 2044 Red Oak St 305 River Ridge 1229 Mt Loretta Dubuque Dyersville Epworth Farley Holy Cross Luxemburg Peosta New Vienna Rickardsville Dubuque Sherrill Worthington Zwingle New Vienna Dubuque Dubuque 52032 52033 52068 52001 52040 52045 52046 52053 52056 52068 52065 52039 52004 52073 52078 52079 52065 52003 52001 OTHER GOVERNMENTAL BODIES Soil & Water Cons. Melvin Wilgenbusch 20066 St. Joseph's Durango 52039 County Conservation 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 Ducks Unlimited Nature Conservancy Dan Dunham 18975 Balltown Rd. Sherrill 52039 Dr. John Brennan 666 Southern Ave. Dubuque 52002 Iowa Conservation Education Council C.J. Klenske 1885 Floraview Dr. Dubuque 52001 American Fisheries Society Tom Boland 24143 Highway 52 Bellevue 52031 Tri -State Trail Vision Brian Walsh Page 2 5010 Wolff Rd. Dubuque 52002 HISTORICAL SOCIETIES Jerome Enzler P.O. Box 266 Dubuque 52004 LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS Jean Cheever 900 Kelly Lane Dubuque 52003 SUPPORT STAFF Brian Preston Cty Conservation 13606 Swiss Valley Rd Peosta 52068 City Leisure Sery Bunker Hill Rd Dubuque 52002 Marla Quinn ECIA P 0 Box 1140 Dubuque 52004 Mary Ann Specht Adm. Asst. 720 Central Dubuque 52001 Theresa Weiss Soil Conservation210 Bierman Rd. Epworth 52045 Laura Carstens City of Dubuque 50 W 13th St Dubuque 52001 Page 3 REAP PLANS FOR DUBUQUE COUNTY CITIES FY11 City of Epworth FY11 Trail extension along Bierman Road FY12 Park land acquisition FY13 Park land acquisition City of Dubuque: FY11 -13 Iowa 32 (Northwest Arterial) Bike/Hike Trail (future phases: Holliday Drive to Chavenelle Road) FY11 -12 Granger Creek Nature Trail, Dubuque Technology Park FY13 -14 Westbrook Park Development, Phase II FY12 -13 Land acquisition for neighborhood size park on west side of Dubuque FY14 -15 Serenity Park Development REAP Plans for Other Entities in Dubuque County Dubuque County Conservation Board FY11- Acquire and develop 160 acres for a campground on Heritage Trail near Graf FY12- Swiss Valley Park 100 acre expansion FY13 Purchase additional property at Bankston Park and further develop area (Duggan & Schmitt properties) FY14 Purchase additional property at Whitewater Canyon Wildlife area FY15- Purchase additional property at Finley's Landing Park and further develop area Page 4 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 2011 update of the Dubuque County Plan: 2. List additions or deletions frompresent recreational/natural areas under your jurisdiction: 3. List the projects for which you hope to utilize REAP funding in the next five years: FY 2012: FY 2013 FY 2014 FY 2015 FY 2016 4 List all actual and anticipated expenditures of REAP fund for FY12: 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) or email (mberendes @dbeco.org) NAME OF CITY OR ORGANIZATION: APPOINTMENTS TO REAP City of Dubuque NAME OF CURRENT MEMBER: (See List) 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: Return to: Board of Supervisors, Courthouse, 720 Central Avenue, Dubuque IA 52001 by mail, fax 563 -587 -3836 or e-mail to mberendes @dbeco.org. Prepared by: Laura Carstens, City Planner Address: City Hall, 50 W. 13th St, Dubuque, IA 52001 Telephone: 589 -4210 Return to: Jeanne Schneider, City Clerk Address: City Hall. 50 W. 13th St, Dubuque, IA 52001 Telephone: 589 -4121 RESOLUTION NO. 254 -11 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REAP GRANT APPLICATION TO IOWA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES FOR LAND ACQUISITION FOR E.B. LYONS INTERPRETIVE CENTER AND MINES OF SPAIN Whereas, the Iowa Department of Natural Resources has allocated grant funds in the REAP (Resource Enhancement and Protection) Program for the development of bike /hike trails; and Whereas, the City of Dubuque has adopted the 2008 Comprehensive Plan that includes an objective for land acquisition for E.B. Lyons Interpretive Center and Mines of Spain. 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 the Planning Services Manager is hereby authorized to submit an application tothe Iowa Department of Natural Resources for REAP funds for land acquisition for E.B. Lyons Interpretive Center and Mines of Spain. Section 2. That in the event said application is approved, 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 1st day of Aug us t Attest Roy D / =uol, Mayor evin S. Fir stahl, Acting City Clerk F: \USERS \LCARSTEN \WP \Mines of Spain \REAP Grant \FY12 REAP Grant Resolution land acquisition.doc 2011. DLi IOWA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES REAP GRANT APPLICATION 1. GRANT PROGRAM Place a mark next to the appropriate grant program(s). Check all that apply. n Private /Public Open Space Acquisition ® City Parks and Open Spaces n County Conservation ❑ Joint Application* * NOTE: A joint project is two or more entities applying for separate parts of the same project. The applications of ALL ENTITIES involved must be selected to make a valid project; if any of the entities is not selected for funding, none of the others can receive funding. For a joint application, one entity must be designated as point of contact in Section 2.b. below. Clearly present in the application the respective shares of project costs from various REAP accounts (e.g. City Parks and Open Spaces Account and County Conservation Account). Attach cooperative agreements between joint applicants explaining responsibilities for project acquisition, development, operation, and maintenance. 2. a. APPLICANT(S): City of Dubuque b. CONTACT PERSON: Laura Carstens c. EMAIL ADDRESS: lcarsten @cityofdubuque.org d. MAILING ADDRESS: 50 W. 13`'' St. CITY & ZIP CODE: Dubuque IA 52001 e. TELEPHONE #: 563.589.4210 3. a. PROJECT TITLE: Land acquisition for E.B. Lyons Interpretive Center and Mines of Spain b. Is the project for this grant request a portion of a larger, overall project to be implemented over a multi -year period? ® No ❑ Yes - If yes, write in the number of years and estimated overall project cost in the spaces provided below. Number of years: Estimated overall cost: NOTE: The information requested in this section is for the activities involved in this particular grant request only. 4. a. ESTIMATED PROJECT COSTS: Related to land acquisition: Related to development: Other types of costs: List types: TOTAL: $201,635.00 $201,635.00 b. AMOUNT OF GRANT REQUESTED: $200,000.00 c. AMOUNT OF LOCAL OR PRIVATE MATCH MONEY *: $1,635.00 *25% minimum match required for private /public open space acquisition program. No match is required for city and county projects. 1 of 9 d. PRIVATE MATCH IN FORM OF (check only one): (Required for private /public open space acquisition program only.) ® Cash ❑ Land Value ❑ Letter of Credit e. SOURCE OF PRIVATE MATCH (list all): City of Dubuque and Friends of Mines of Spain 5. TYPE OF PROJECT: ® Land acquisition* 4 Number of Acres: 52.00 ❑ Development n Combination of land acquisition and development* 4 Number of Acres: ❑ Other 4 Please describe *List number of acres to be acquired and complete Section 10. 6. PROJECT SUMMARY Briefly describe project in 75 words or less in the space provided below. Do not include justification and support statements in this summary. The proposal is to acquire approximately 52 acres of land west of the E.B. Lyons Interpretive Center and the Mines of Spain to expand the state park boundaries. Expansion of the park is an objective in the City's Comprehensive Plan and the Mines of Spain Master Plan. The City is working in partnership with the IDNR, the Friends of the Mines of Spain, and the Iowa Natural Heritage Foundation on acquisition of this land. 7. OWNERSHIP OF PROJECT SITE Development projects only ❑ Fee Title ❑ Lease Agreement* ❑ Other 4 Please describe *If leased, attach a copy of lease agreement 8. ESTIMATED PROJECT DATES a. Start 8/20/11 b. Completion 12/31/11 9. ESTIMATED ANNUAL PROPERTY TAX REIMBURSEMENT AMOUNT: $0.00 Private /Public Open Space Acquisition Program Only 2 of 9 10. ACQUISITION SCHEDULE: This section does not apply to projects that involve only development. NOTE: if you need additional space to list all parcels, reproduce the chart on a separate sheet of paper, number it Page 3a, and attach between Pages 3 & 4. Code* Parcel Number on Map or Photo Estimated Date of Acquisition # of Acres Average Price Per Acre Estimated Value of Land Acquisition without incidentals Estimated Value of Existing Improvements to be Acquired Total Estimated Cost TOTAL Number of Parcels * Code: Purchase 52 Total Estimated Appraisal Costs Estimated Survey Costs Other Incidental Costs Grant total Land Acquisition Cost Overall Cost per Acre Including Incidentals $200,000.00 & Acres 1. Negotiated 2. Condemnation 3. Donation $1,500.00 $135.00 $201,635.00 $3,878.00 3 of 9 11. APPLICANT'S SIGNATURE 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. Assurance of Compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 I, the undersigned, certify that the [City of Dubuque] or [ County Conservation Board] has reviewed the ADA/Section 504 accessibility guidelines for persons with disabilities as required by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources. Requirements put forth in the guidelines will be complied with as applicable to our proposed Resource Enhancement and Protection (REAP) grant project. Additionally, any new facilities built or acquired by the [city or county conservation board] will comply with the guidelines where applicable. Civil Rights Assurance of Compliance The [City of Dubuque] or [ County Conservation Board] hereby agrees that it will comply with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 1973 and the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 and all requirements imposed by or pursuant to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources to the end that no person in the United States shall on the grounds of race, color, national origin, age, or handicap be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to discrimination under any program or activity for which the Applicant- Recipient receives grant funds or other assistance from the Iowa Department of Natural Resources and hereby gives assurance that it will immediately take any measures to effectuate this agreement. This assurance i binding on the Applicant- Recipient, its successors, transferees, and assignees, and the person or persons whose signature appeay belo are authorized to sign this assurance on behalf of the Applicant- Recipient. ( / /// Applicant's Si ature Mayor Applicant's Title Date 12. CITY COUNCIL OR COUNTY CONSERVATION BOARD APPROVAL (For City and County Projects Only) I, the undersigned, certify that the city council of Dubuque or the County Conservation Board has on the date of 8/],/11 reviewed this proposed project and approved its submittal for Resource Enhancement and Protection (REAP) gra onsi erati g/ir Signature: Ci Mayor or County Conservation Board Chairperson Date 13. COUNTY RESOURCE ENHANCEMENT COMMITTEE REVIEW /COMMENTS - Required for private /public open spaces acquisition projects, as well as city and county grant requests. I, the undersigned, verify that the Dubuque County Resource Enhancement Committee reviewed the proposed project for which this application is submitted. A summary of all comments made by the Committee has been provided on a separate sheet of paper to the applicant for attachment to this application. My signature and the date of signature are also on the separate sheet of comments. fl A mark on this line indicates that the project was reviewed, but the Committee did not make any comments for attachment to the application. Signature: Chairperson, County Resource Enhancement Committee Date 4 of 9 14. PROJECT NARRATIVE The outline below must be followed exactly on separate sheets of paper to be attached to the previous 4 pages of this application. Make sure the bold numbers and headings are used in the order shown. The paragraphs below are guidelines to help organize your application. Do not retype these guideline paragraphs in your project narrative. This section of the application will be used by the project review and selection committee for scoring purposes. Be thorough, but as concise as possible. It is important that you keep the scoring criteria in mind while organizing and preparing the project narrative. Those scoring criteria are listed at the end of this section. 1. PROJECT LOCATION Describe the location of the project relative to the county and nearest city. Include section, township, and range if rural; give specific street location if urban. Attach a project location map that highlights the project area and has sufficient detail to allow the area to be easily located by vehicle for on -site grant monitoring inspections. I1. PROJECT DESCRIPTION If acquisition, give acres and describe the resources and existing facilities /improvements on and adjacent to the property. Also describe its prospective use and management goals. If rare, unique, or high quality representative plant and animal species and communities occur on the site, provide a listing of them. If development, describe the facilities to be constructed, existing facilities in the project area, and the natural resources in the area. If this application is for the continuation of a project that previously received a REAP grant, provide a status report of the project elements that were previously funded. Explain relationships (both positive and negative) between the project and existing nearby local, state, and federal areas. Do not put project justification and benefit statements in this section - -- save them for Section IV. III. DEVELOPMENT PLAN, PROJECT BOUNDARY MAP, AND AERIAL PHOTOGRAPH Clearly differentiate between proposed and existing facilities. Also include and clearly differentiate any proposed future development that is not a part of this application. Neatly draw the plan to scale and include an orientation arrow. Include existing roads, streets, easements, railroads, water features, and any other developments on or immediately adjacent to the site. Identify land use types (residential, row crop, pasture, industrial, commercial, recreation/conservation, etc.). Clearly show the overall project boundary. For development projects, be sure to include dimensions of the facilities on the plans. For acquisition projects, identify the individual tracts by using the parcel numbers listed in the table in Section 10 on page 3. It is preferred that plans be on 8 1/2" by 11" paper. They can be on larger sized paper if necessary for legibility purposes, but fold to 8 1/2" by 11" before inserting into the application. A pocket page inserted in the proper place in the application is the most convenient manner to handle over -sized pages. Aerial photographs should be included and well - labeled for land acquisition projects. They may also be appropriate and useful for development projects. IV. PROJECT BENEFITS, NEEDS, JUSTIFICATION, AND URGENCY Describe project justification and need. Make references to your 5 -Year County REAP plan, Iowa Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP) which can be found at www.iowadnr.com/grants /files /06scorp.pdf, Iowa Open Spaces Plan, and other plans that help direct conservation and recreation programs. Do not include entire plans in the application. Identify benefits to be derived from the project in terms of populations being served (users) and resource management/protection. For acquisition projects, provide a prediction of what will happen to the parcel(s) if not acquired. Explain any urgency for development and /or acquisition action that may exist. V. ENVIRONMENTAL, ECONOMIC, AND SOCIAL IMPACTS OF PROJECT Describe permanent and temporary environmental impacts of the proposed project and future related actions, if any are contemplated. "Impacts" are defined as direct or indirect changes in the existing environment, whether beneficial or adverse. This discussion should also include expected impacts caused by users, as well as impacts on economic, cultural, aesthetic, and social conditions. Particular attention must be given to any action that will affect flood plains, timber resources, terrain alterations, and wetlands. VI. HISTORICAL, ARCHAEOLOGICAL, AND ARCHITECTURAL FEATURES /IMPACTS Describe any resources of historical nature on the project site, such as buildings, Indian burial mounds, historic trails, architectural features, and archaeological elements. Also, explain both negative and positive impacts on these resources that will be caused by the project. VII. PUBLIC NOTIFICATION AND PARTICIPATION Explain the extent of public participation in the formulation of this proposed project. Describe the process and mechanisms used, and the findings. Do not include the actual public participation reports, board meeting minutes, and petitions in the application, but rather reference their existence and conclusions in this section. However, have them readily available for submittal upon request. 5 of 9 VIII. CONSIDERATIONS GIVEN TO MINORITIES, ELDERLY, AND HANDICAPPED Proposed projects, to the greatest extent practical, must be accessible to all segments of the general population, including minorities, the elderly, and the handicapped. Explain how this matter has been addressed in the formulation of this proposal. Be certain for development projects that all dimensions and designs meet handicap accessibility standards. If the applicant has an affirmative action plan /policy and an accessibility plan/policy, please note and be prepared to submit copies upon request. IX. AGREEMENTS AND EASEMENTS Explain any reservations, easements, leases, mineral rights, water rights, etc. that were not or will not be acquired by the applicant. Describe how these will affect the proposed use and management of the site. Also use this section to explain contractual or joint agreements with other parties for operation and maintenance of the site and facilities. Enclose copies of any such agreements and other ownership conditions on the property. X. ITEMIZED COST ESTIMATE List all items and their costs to be included in the acquisition and /or development of the proposed project. Include types of construction, dimensions, lengths, capacities, etc., whenever possible and applicable. Engineering and appraisal fees may also be included. The itemized cost listing will be the basis for determining what items are eligible for assistance when funds are distributed to applicants awarded a grant. Items not listed will not be eligible for assistance under this grant agreement. XI. PHOTOGRAPHS If you wish to include photographs with your application, mount them on 8 1/2" by 11" paper or in a photo album sleeve. Be sure to clearly label the subject matter. It may also be useful to identify vantage points on your development plans and aerial photographs. XII. COUNTY RESOURCE ENHANCEMENT COMMITTEE COMMENTS You, as the applicant, are responsible for presenting this proposed project to your County Resource Enhancement Committee before submitting the application to the DNR. Any comments from the Committee as a whole or from its individual members must be summarized and included in this application. The Chairperson of the Committee must verify that this coordination has taken place by completing Section 13 of this application and signing the summary of the comments to be included in this section of the project narrative. The applicant is responsible for obtaining the verification signatures and submitting the completed application to the DNR by the applicable deadline. XIII. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS REQUIRED A description of the public communications plan shall be included in every project submitted as a grant request, and if the grant is approved for funding, the plan must be carried out. This plan will show what the applicant will do to educate the public about the public benefits of the project and REAP's role in it. See administrative rule: 571- 33.22(455A) Public Communications on the REAP website: www.iowareap.com. THE FOLLOWING ARE THE PROJECT SELECTION CRITERIA AND THEIR WEIGHT FACTORS IN PARENTHESES. KEEP THESE IN MIND WHILE PREPARING YOUR APPLICATION. Private\Public Open Space Level of significance (3) Resource representation (3) Level of threat (3) Relationship to existing public land (3) Rare or unique species or communities(2) Public benefits (2) Tourism and economic development potential (1) Geographic distribution(1) Multiple use potential(1) Available funds relative to project costs (1) Relationship to Open Spaces Plan, SCORP and other state, local, regional plans (3) Quality of public communications plan (1) County Conservation Pilblic demand or need (2) Project uniqueness (2) Quality of site or project, or both (3) Urgency of proposed action (2) Multiple benefits to be provided (2) Relationship to Open Spaces Plan, SCORP and other state, local, regional plans (4) Economic benefits to local, regional, or state area (1) Quality of public communications plan (1) 6 of 9 City Parks and Open Spaces Quality of site or project, or both (3) Direct recreation benefits (2) Local need (2) Number of people benefited (2) Relationship to Open Spaces Plan, SCORP and other state, local, regional plans (4) Environmental Benefits (2) Quality of public communications plan (1) Minority Impact Statement 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 ❑ Persons with a Disability ❑ Blacks ❑ Latinos ❑ Asians ❑ Pacific Islanders ❑ American Indians ❑ Alaskan Native Americans ❑ 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 ❑ Persons with a Disability ❑ Blacks ❑ Latinos ❑ Asians ❑ Pacific Islanders ❑ American Indians ❑ Alaskan Native Americans ❑ 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. The E.B. Lyons Interpretive Center and the Mines of Spain are open to the general public free of charge. This will not change with proposed acquisition of the additional land. Therefore, no disproportionate or unique impact is expected. I hereby certify that the information on this form is complete and accurate, to the best of my knowledge: 7 of 9 Name:Laura Carstens Title: Planning Services Manager 8 of 9 Definitions "Minority Persons ", as defined in Iowa Code Section 8.11, mean individuals who are women, persons with a disability, Blacks, Latinos, Asians or Pacific Islanders, American Indians, and Alaskan Native Americans. "Disability", as defined in Iowa Code Section 15.102, subsection 5, paragraph "b ", subparagraph (1): b. As used in this subsection: (1) "Disability" 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 identity disorders not resulting from physical impairments or other sexual behavior disorders. (c) Compulsive gambling, kleptomania, or pyromania. (d) Psychoactive substance abuse disorders resulting from current illegal use of drugs. "State Agency ", as defined in Iowa Code Section 8.11, means a department, board, bureau, commission, or other agency or authority of the State of Iowa. 9 of 9 !U z 7 m 0 PENNSYLVANIA DISCLAIMER: This information was compiled using the Dubuque Area Geographic Information System ( DAGIS), which Includes data created by both the City of Dubuque and Dubuque County. It Is understood that, while the City of Dubuque and participating agencies utilized the most current and accurate Information avalleble, DAGIS and its suppliers do not warrant the accuracy or currency of the information or data contained herein. The City end participating agencies shall not be held liable for any direct, Indrect, Incidental, consequential, punitive, or special damages, whether foreseeable or unforeseeable, arising out of the authorized or unauthorized use of this data or the Inability to use this data or out of any breech of warranty whatsoever. ya. C \`Xm a product of DAGI S DUBUQUE AREA GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEM DISCLAIMER: This information was compiled using the Dubuque Area Geographic Information System (DAGISj, wtich includes data created by both the City of Dubuque end Dubuque County. It Is understood that, oldie the City of Dubuque and participating agencies dazed the moat current and accurate I nfomvtion evellable. DAGIS and is suppeers do not vwrra rt the accuracy or currency of the infonnetlon or dale contained herein. The City and participating agencies shall not be held fable for any direct, Indirect, incidental. consequential, punitive, or special damages, whether foreseeable or unforeseeable. arising out of the authorized or unauthorized use of this data or the inadtty to use this data or out of any breach of vsnanty whatsoever. 1606301001 15D1426003 150142600.3 • Legend Mines of Spain (State of Iowa /I DOT) Bottoms Farm Prepared by: Laura Carstens, City Planner Address: City Hall, 50 W. 13th St, Dubuque, IA 52001 Telephone: 589 -4210 Return to: Jeanne Schneider, City Clerk Address: City Hall, 50 W. 13th St, Dubuque, IA 52001 Telephone: 589 -4121 RESOLUTION NO. 255 -11 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REAP GRANT APPLICATION TO IOWA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES FOR BEE BRANCH CREEK TRAIL — MRT ROUTE Whereas, the Iowa Department of Natural Resources has allocated grant funds in the REAP (Resource Enhancement and Protection) Program for the development of bike /hike trails; and Whereas, the City of Dubuque has adopted the 2008 Comprehensive Plan that includes goals for development of bike /hike trails; and Whereas, the City of Dubuque has adopted the 2008 Tri -State Trail Plan that includes the Bee Branch Creek Trail as a High Priority project. 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 the Planning Services Manager is hereby authorized to submit an application to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources for REAP funds for the Bee Branch Creek Trail — MRT Route. Section 2. That in the event said application is approved, 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 1st day of August 2011. Roy D /Buol, Mayor Kevin S. Fir tahl, Acting City Ierk F: \USERS\LCARSTEN \WP \Grants for Trails \Bee Branch Trail \FY12 REAP Grant Resolution Bee Branch.doc r IOWA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES REAP GRANT APPLICATION 1. GRANT PROGRAM Place a mark next to the appropriate grant program(s). Check all that apply. ❑ Private /Public Open Space Acquisition ® City Parks and Open Spaces ❑ County Conservation ❑ Joint Application* * NOTE: A joint project is two or more entities applying for separate parts of the same project. The applications of ALL ENTITIES involved must be selected to make a valid project; if any of the entities is not selected for funding, none of the others can receive funding. For a joint application, one entity must be designated as point of contact in Section 2.b. below. Clearly present in the application the respective shares of project costs from various REAP accounts (e.g. City Parks and Open Spaces Account and County Conservation Account). Attach cooperative agreements between joint applicants explaining responsibilities for project acquisition, development, operation, and maintenance. 2. a. APPLICANT(S): City of Dubuque b. CONTACT PERSON: Laura Carstens c. EMAIL ADDRESS: lcarsten @cityofdubuque.org d. MAILING ADDRESS: 50 W. 13th St. CITY & ZIP CODE: Dubuque IA 52001 e. TELEPHONE #: 563.589.4210 3. a. PROJECT TITLE: Bee Branch Creek Trail -- MRT Route b. Is the project for this grant request a portion of a larger, overall project to be implemented over a multi -year period? ® No ❑ Yes - If yes, write in the number of years and estimated overall project cost in the spaces provided below. Number of years: Estimated overall cost: NOTE: The information requested in this section is for the activities involved in this particular grant request only. 4. a. ESTIMATED PROJECT COSTS: Related to land acquisition: Related to development: Other types of costs: List types: TOTAL: $506,000.00 $506,000.00 b. AMOUNT OF GRANT REQUESTED: $200,000.00 c. AMOUNT OF LOCAL OR PRIVATE MATCH MONEY *: $306,000.00 *25% minimum match required for private /public open space acquisition program. No match is required for city and county projects. 1 of 9 d. PRIVATE MATCH IN FORM OF (check only one): (Required for private /public open space acquisition program only.) ® Cash ❑ Land Value ['Letter of Credit e. SOURCE OF PRIVATE MATCH (list all): City General Fund 5. TYPE OF PROJECT: ❑ Land acquisition* 4 Number of Acres: ® Development ❑ Combination of land acquisition and development* 4 Number of Acres: ❑ Other 4 Please describe *List number of acres to be acquired and complete Section 10. 6. PROJECT SUMMARY Briefly describe project in 75 words or less in the space provided below. Do not include justification and support statements in this summary. This 0.5 -mile project is part of the Bee Branch Creek Restoration Project. It involves converting an on- street bike route to an off -road bike/hike trail section in a linear park along the restored Bee Branch Creek. The project will be on a designated main route segment of the Mississippi River Trail (MRT). The project also will provide connections to the 26- mile Dubuque County Heritage Trail and the 18 -mile City trail system along the Mississippi River. 7. OWNERSHIP OF PROJECT SITE Development projects only ® Fee Title n Lease Agreement* ❑ Other -i Please describe *If leased, attach a copy of lease agreement 8. ESTIMATED PROJECT DATES a. Start 2/1/12 b. Completion 5/1/13 9. ESTIMATED ANNUAL PROPERTY TAX REIMBURSEMENT AMOUNT: $0.00 Private /Public Open Space Acquisition Program Only 2 of 9 10. ACQUISITION SCHEDULE: This section does not apply to projects that involve only development. NOTE: If you need additional space to list all parcels, reproduce the chart on a separate sheet of paper, number it Page 3a, and attach between Pages 3 & 4. Code* Parcel Number on Map or Photo Estimated Date of Acquisition # of Acres Average Price Per Acre Estimated Value of Land Acquisition without incidentals Estimated Value of Existing Improvements to be Acquired Total Estimated Cost TOTAL Number of Parcels * Code: Purchase Total Estimated Appraisal Costs Estimated Survey Costs Other Incidental Costs Grant total Land Acquisition Cost Overall Cost per Acre Including Incidentals & Acres 1. Negotiated 2. Condemnation 3. Donation 3 of 9 11. APPLICANT'S SIGNATURE 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. Assurance of Compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 I, the undersigned, certify that the [City of Dubuque] or [ County Conservation Board] has reviewed the ADA/Section 504 accessibility guidelines for persons with disabilities as required by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources. Requirements put forth in the guidelines will be complied with as applicable to our proposed Resource Enhancement and Protection (REAP) grant project. Additionally, any new facilities built or acquired by the [city or county conservation board] will comply with the guidelines where applicable. Civil Rights Assurance of Compliance The [City of Dubuque] or [ County Conservation Board] hereby agrees that it will comply with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 1973 and the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 and all requirements imposed by or pursuant to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources to the end that no person in the United States shall on the grounds of race, color, national origin, age, or handicap be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to discrimination under any program or activity for which the Applicant - Recipient receives grant funds or other assistance from the Iowa Department of Natural Resources and hereby gives assurance that it will immediately take any measures to effectuate this agreement. This assurance is binding on the Applicant- Recipient, its successors, transferees, and assignees, and the person or persons whose signature appear below are authorized to sign this assurance on behalf of the Applicant- Recipient. Applicant's Si ature Mayor Applicant's Title 12. CITY COUNCIL OR COUNTY CONSERVATION BOARD APPROVAL (For City and County Projects Only) I, the undersigned, certify that the city council of Dubuque or the County Conservation Board has on the date of 8/1/11 reviewed this proposed project and approved its submittal for Resource Enhancement and Protection (REAP) grai on ideratyon. Signature: ty Mayor or County Conservation Board Chairperson //�7 Date e /i /// Date 13. COUNTY RESOURCE ENHANCEMENT COMMITTEE REVIEW /COMMENTS - Required for private /public open spaces acquisition projects, as well as city and county grant requests. I, the undersigned, verify that the Dubuque County Resource Enhancement Committee reviewed the proposed project for which this application is submitted. A summary of all comments made by the Committee has been provided on a separate sheet of paper to the applicant for attachment to this application. My signature and the date of signature are also on the separate sheet of comments. ❑ A mark on this line indicates that the project was reviewed, but the Committee did not make any comments for attachment to the application. Signature: Chairperson, County Resource Enhancement Committee Date 4 of 9 11. APPLICANT'S SIGNATURE 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. Assurance of Compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 I, the undersigned, certify that the [City of Dubuque] or [ County Conservation Board] has reviewed the ADA /Section 504 accessibility guidelines for persons with disabilities as required by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources. Requirements put forth in the guidelines will be complied with as applicable to our proposed Resource Enhancement and Protection (REAP) grant project. Additionally, any new facilities built or acquired by the [city or county conservation board] will comply with the guidelines where applicable. Civil Rights Assurance of Compliance The [City of Dubuque] or [ County Conservation Board] hereby agrees that it will comply with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 1973 and the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 and all requirements imposed by or pursuant to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources to the end that no person in the United States shall on the grounds of race, color, national origin, age, or handicap be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to discrimination under any program or activity for which the Applicant- Recipient receives grant funds or other assistance from the Iowa Department of Natural Resources and hereby gives assurance that it will immediately take any measures to effectuate this agreement. 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. Applicant's Signature Mayor Applicant's Title Date 12. CITY COUNCIL OR COUNTY CONSERVATION BOARD APPROVAL (For City and County Projects Only) I, the undersigned, certify that the city council of Dubuque or the County Conservation Board has on the date of 8/1/11 reviewed this proposed project and approved its submittal for Resource Enhancement and Protection (REAP) grant consideration. Signature: City Mayor or County Conservation Board Chairperson Date 13. COUNTY RESOURCE ENHANCEMENT COMMITTEE REVIEW /COMMENTS - Required for private /public open spaces acquisition projects, as well as city and county grant requests. I, the undersigned, verify that the Dubuque County Resource Enhancement Committee reviewed the proposed project for which this application is submitted. A summary of all comments made by the Committee has been provided on a separate sheet of paper to the applicant for attachment to this application. My signature and the date of signature are also on the separate sheet of comments. ❑ A mark on this line indicates that the project was reviewed, but the Committee did not make any comments for attachment to the application. Signature: Chairperson, County Resource Enhancement Committee Date 4 of 9 14. PROJECT NARRATIVE The outline below must be followed exactly on separate sheets of paper to be attached to the previous 4 pages of this application. Make sure the bold numbers and headings are used in the order shown. The paragraphs below are guidelines to help organize your application. Do not retype these guideline paragraphs in your project narrative. This section of the application will be used by the project review and selection committee for scoring purposes. Be thorough, but as concise as possible. It is important that you keep the scoring criteria in mind while organizing and preparing the project narrative. Those scoring criteria are listed at the end of this section. I. PROJECT LOCATION Describe the location of the project relative to the county and nearest city. Include section, township, and range if rural; give specific street location if urban. Attach a project location map that highlights the project area and has sufficient detail to allow the area to be easily located by vehicle for on -site grant monitoring inspections. 11. PROJECT DESCRIPTION If acquisition, give acres and describe the resources and existing facilities /improvements on and adjacent to the property. Also describe its prospective use and management goals. If rare, unique, or high quality representative plant and animal species and communities occur on the site, provide a listing of them. If development, describe the facilities to be constructed, existing facilities in the project area, and the natural resources in the area. If this application is for the continuation of a project that previously received a REAP grant, provide a status report of the project elements that were previously funded. Explain relationships (both positive and negative) between the project and existing nearby local, state, and federal areas. Do not put project justification and benefit statements in this section - -- save them for Section IV. III. DEVELOPMENT PLAN, PROJECT BOUNDARY MAP, AND AERIAL PHOTOGRAPH Clearly differentiate between proposed and existing facilities. Also include and clearly differentiate any proposed future development that is not a part of this application. Neatly draw the plan to scale and include an orientation arrow. Include existing roads, streets, easements, railroads, water features, and any other developments on or immediately adjacent to the site. Identify land use types (residential, row crop, pasture, industrial, commercial, recreation/conservation, etc.). Clearly show the overall project boundary. For development projects, be sure to include dimensions of the facilities on the plans. For acquisition projects, identify the individual tracts by using the parcel numbers listed in the table in Section 10 on page 3. It is preferred that plans be on 8 1/2" by 11" paper. They can be on larger sized paper if necessary for legibility purposes, but fold to 8 1/2" by 11" before inserting into the application. A pocket page inserted in the proper place in the application is the most convenient manner to handle over -sized pages. Aerial photographs should be included and well - labeled for land acquisition projects. They may also be appropriate and useful for development projects. IV. PROJECT BENEFITS, NEEDS, JUSTIFICATION, AND URGENCY Describe project justification and need. Make references to your 5 -Year County REAP plan, Iowa Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP) which can be found at www.iowadnr.com /grants /files /06scorp.pdf, Iowa Open Spaces Plan, and other plans that help direct conservation and recreation programs. Do not include entire plans in the application. Identify benefits to be derived from the project in terms of populations being served (users) and resource management /protection. For acquisition projects, provide a prediction of what will happen to the parcel(s) if not acquired. Explain any urgency for development and/or acquisition action that may exist. V. ENVIRONMENTAL, ECONOMIC, AND SOCIAL IMPACTS OF PROJECT Describe permanent and temporary environmental impacts of the proposed project and future related actions, if any are contemplated. "Impacts" are defined as direct or indirect changes in the existing environment, whether beneficial or adverse. This discussion should also include expected impacts caused by users, as well as impacts on economic, cultural, aesthetic, and social conditions. Particular attention must be given to any action that will affect flood plains, timber resources, terrain alterations, and wetlands. VI. HISTORICAL, ARCHAEOLOGICAL, AND ARCHITECTURAL FEATURES/IMPACTS Describe any resources of historical nature on the project site, such as buildings, Indian burial mounds, historic trails, architectural features, and archaeological elements. Also, explain both negative and positive impacts on these resources that will be caused by the project. VII. PUBLIC NOTIFICATION AND PARTICIPATION Explain the extent of public participation in the formulation of this proposed project. Describe the process and mechanisms used, and the findings. Do not include the actual public participation reports, board meeting minutes, and petitions in the application, but rather reference their existence and conclusions in this section. However, have them readily available for submittal upon request. 5 of 9 VIII. CONSIDERATIONS GIVEN TO MINORITIES, ELDERLY, AND HANDICAPPED Proposed projects, to the greatest extent practical, must be accessible to all segments of the general population, including minorities, the elderly, and the handicapped. Explain how this matter has been addressed in the formulation of this proposal. Be certain for development projects that all dimensions and designs meet handicap accessibility standards. If the applicant has an affirmative action plan/policy and an accessibility plan/policy, please note and be prepared to submit copies upon request. IX. AGREEMENTS AND EASEMENTS Explain any reservations, easements, leases, mineral rights, water rights, etc. that were not or will not be acquired by the applicant. Describe how these will affect the proposed use and management of the site. Also use this section to explain contractual or joint agreements with other parties for operation and maintenance of the site and facilities. Enclose copies of any such agreements and other ownership conditions on the property. X. ITEMIZED COST ESTIMATE List all items and their costs to be included in the acquisition and /or development of the proposed project. Include types of construction, dimensions, lengths, capacities, etc., whenever possible and applicable. Engineering and appraisal fees may also be included. The itemized cost listing will be the basis for determining what items are eligible for assistance when funds are distributed to applicants awarded a grant. Items not listed will not be eligible for assistance under this grant agreement. XI. PHOTOGRAPHS If you wish to include photographs with your application, mount them on 8 1/2" by 11" paper or in a photo album sleeve. Be sure to clearly label the subject matter. It may also be useful to identify vantage points on your development plans and aerial photographs. XII. COUNTY RESOURCE ENHANCEMENT COMMITTEE COMMENTS You, as the applicant, are responsible for presenting this proposed project to your County Resource Enhancement Committee before submitting the application to the DNR. Any comments from the Committee as a whole or from its individual members must be summarized and included in this application. The Chairperson of the Committee must verify that this coordination has taken place by completing Section 13 of this application and signing the summary of the comments to be included in this section of the project narrative. The applicant is responsible for obtaining the verification signatures and submitting the completed application to the DNR by the applicable deadline. XIII. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS REQUIRED A description of the public communications plan shall be included in every project submitted as a grant request, and if the grant is approved for funding, the plan must be carried out. This plan will show what the applicant will do to educate the public about the public benefits of the project and REAP's role in it. See administrative rule: 571- 33.22(455A) Public Communications on the REAP website: www.iowareap.com. THE FOLLOWING ARE THE PROJECT SELECTION CRITERIA AND THEIR WEIGHT FACTORS IN PARENTHESES. KEEP THESE IN MIND WHILE PREPARING YOUR APPLICATION. Private \Public Open Space Level of significance (3) Resource representation (3) Level of threat (3) Relationship to existing public land (3) Rare or unique species or communities(2) Public benefits (2) Tourism and economic development potential (I) Geographic distribution(1) Multiple use potential(1) Available funds relative to project costs (1) Relationship to Open Spaces Plan, SCORP and other state, local, regional plans (3) Quality of public communications plan (1) County Conservation Public demand or need (2) Project uniqueness (2) Quality of site or project, or both (3) Urgency of proposed action (2) Multiple benefits to be provided (2) Relationship to Open Spaces Plan, SCORP and other state, local, regional plans (4) Economic benefits to local, regional, or state area (1) Quality of public communications plan (1) 6 of 9 City Parks and Open Spaces Quality of site or project, or both (3) Direct recreation benefits (2) Local need (2) Number of people benefited (2) Relationship to Open Spaces Plan, SCORP and other state, local, regional plans (4) Environmental Benefits (2) Quality of public communications plan (1) Minority Impact Statement 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 The project lies at the juncture of three neighborhoods: Washington Street, Point, and North End. The majority of the residents in these neighborhoods are low to moderate income. These neighborhoods also encompass significant racial and ethnically diverse minority populations. The Washington Neighborhood has a 23.1% minority population. The Point Neighborhood has a 15.9% minority population. The North End Neighborhood has a 12.5% minority population. The Bee Branch Creek Trail -- MRT Route will improve economic conditions and quality of life for area residents while creating a tourist attraction and regional trail connection free of charge. Indicate which group is impacted: ❑ Women ❑ Persons with a Disability ® Blacks ® Latinos ® Asians ® Pacific Islanders ® American Indians ® Alaskan Native Americans ® 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 ❑ Persons with a Disability ❑ Blacks ❑ Latinos ❑ Asians ❑ Pacific Islanders ❑ American Indians ❑ Alaskan Native Americans ❑ Other ❑ The proposed grant project programs or policies are not expected to have a disproportionate or unique impact on minority persons. 7 of 9 Present the rationale for determining no impact. 1 hereby certify that the information on this form is complete and accurate, to the best of my knowledge: Name:Laura Carstens Title: Planning Services Manager Definitions "Minority Persons ", as defined in Iowa Code Section 8.11, mean individuals who are women, persons with a disability, Blacks, Latinos, Asians or Pacific Islanders, American Indians, and Alaskan Native Americans. "Disability ", as defined in Iowa Code Section 15.102, subsection 5, paragraph "b ", subparagraph (1): b. As used in this subsection: (1) 'Disability" 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 identity disorders not resulting from physical impairments or other sexual behavior disorders. (c) Compulsive gambling, kleptomania, or pyromania. (d) Psychoactive substance abuse disorders resulting from current illegal use of drugs. "State Agency ", as defined in Iowa Code Section 8.11, means a department, board, bureau, commission, or other agency or authority of the State of Iowa. 9 of 9 CITY MAP KEY s} • MISSISSIPPI RIVER TRAIL (MRT) HERITAGE TRAIL CITY TRAIL SYSTEM CITY OF DUBUQUE \ti r _ • et; ,sr,\) 1 —� j Iy ;^ ines.of"Spain `!<' eation-Area • E.B. Lyons Interpretive Cent THE CITY OF DUB Masterpiece on the Mississippi ' Bee Branch Creek MRT Route • / \ / Public Parking Lot AO eNr 4). / , , /0 EXTENSION OF HERITAGE / TRAIL REGIONAL / BIKE/FED FACILITY KEY •to■ Great River Road me. Mississippi River Trail ---- Byway Connection City Trail System IN-LINE COARSE SEDIMENT BAY NEW 22ND I ST BRIDGE E / / / / / /. • Az, ,,,,, .7 1 -,,,,, ,fr; h - St / // • / /: -.`-•-• -43/ / • / • / / , - .- • / 1/' ..--- 0 .04 /7 OEM SEWER OUT FAIL RETENTION FIELDS (BRFI (TYROF 6) AERATION FEATURE \ \ \ Public Urban Orchard NEW RHOMBERG ST BRCIGE IN-LINE COARSE SEDIMENT BAY LEVEL CONTROL FEATURE WITH AERATION Ilf-F) Planning Services Department City Hall 50 West 13th Street Dubuque, IA 52001 -4864 (563) 589 -4210 phone (563) 589 -4221 fax ' (563) 690 -6678 TDD planning@cityofdubuque.org Wayne Demmer, Chairperson Dubuque County REAP Committee Courthouse -- 720 Central Avenue Dubuque, Iowa 52001 -7079 TI-IE CITY OF Dui Dubuque EAll-Amdica City '1111' 2007 Masterpiece on the Mississippi July 25, 2011 Subject: FY2012 Dubuque County REAP Plan Update and Grant Application Dear Wayne, Enclosed please find twelve (12) copies of the City of Dubuque's FY2012 Dubuque County REAP Plan Update and two FY2011 REAP Grant Applications, one for Land Acquisition for the E.B. Lyons Interpretive Center and one for the Bee Branch Creek Trail — MRT Route for consideration at the August 9, 2011 meeting of the Dubuque County REAP Committee. At this time Dubuque City Council Member Joyce Connors remains the City's representative to the Dubuque County REAP Committee. The City of Dubuque's REAP Committee representative, FY2012 REAP Plan Update, and two FY2011 REAP Grant Applications will be confirmed at the City Council's August 1, 2011 meeting. Please contact me if you have any questions or need more information. Thank you. Sincerely, ,,,,c,,,e, Laura Carstens Planning Services Manager Enclosures cc: rie Ware, Leisure Services Manager /Kevin Firnstahl, Acting City Clerk Service People Integrity Responsibility Innovation Teamwork CHANGES TO DUBUQUE COUNTY 5 -YEAR REAP PLAN QUESTIONNAIRE NAME OF ORGANIZATION OR MUICIPALITY: City of Dubuque 1. List general REAP legislation- related goals and objectives of your organization or municipality that have changed since the 2011 update of the Dubuque County Plan: None. 2. List additions or deletions from present recreational /natural areas under your jurisdiction: D None. 3. List the projects for which you hope to utilize REAP funding in the next five years: D FY 2012: Land Acquisition for E.B. Lyons Interpretive Center & Mines of Spain D FY 2012: Bee Branch Creek Trail (MRT Route from 24th St. to Garfield Ave.) D FY 2013: Eagle Valley Park Development D FY 2014: Westbrook Park Development, Phase II D FY 2014: Granger Creek Nature Trail, Dubuque Technology Park D FY 2016: Pebble Cove Park Development D FY 2016: North Fork Trails Park Development 4. List all actual and anticipated expenditures of REAP fund for FY12: D $20,000 for Phase 2 (JFK Road to Plaza Drive) of the Iowa 32 (NW Arterial) Bike /Hike Trail ($180,000 expended in FY10) D $200,000 for Phase 3 (Plaza Drive to Holliday Drive) of the Iowa 32 (NW Arterial) Bike /Hike Trail 5. Summarize any additional information about your agency /city /organization that you would like to have included in the Dubuque County 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. 1 B. Additional REAP- eligible projects in the city limits of Dubuque include: D English Ridge Park Development D. Serenity Park Development D Timber -Hyrst Park Development D Westbrook Park Development, Phase III D Trails in the Dubuque Industrial Center West D Usha Park (Phases 4 and 5) D Iowa 32 (NW Arterial) Bike /Hike Trail (future phases: Holliday Drive to Chavenelle Road) D Middle Fork Catfish Creek Trail Development D. Dodge Street Bike /Hike Trail D Land acquisition for neighborhood size park on west side of Dubuque D Greenway Trail Development: Usha Park at NW Arterial and Pennsylvania Avenue to Keyway Drive (North Fork Catfish Creek) D Greenbelt/Wildlife Preserve, Medical Associates Clinic West D Landscaping Improvements, Mauss Lake detention basin C. REAP- eligible projects outside the city limits of Dubuque include: D Redevelopment of former FDR Park D Land Acquisition for E.B. Lyons Interpretive Center & Mines of Spain 2