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MEMORANDUM
September 1, 2006
TO:
The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM:
Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
SUBJECT: Iowa Federal Recreational Trails Grant Application for Phase 2 of the
Iowa 32 (Northwest Arterial) Bike/Hike Trail Project
Planning Services Manager Laura Carstens recommends City Council approval of an
application to the Iowa Department of Transportation for a Federal Recreational Trails
grant in the amount of $342,000 for Phase 2 of the Iowa 32 (Northwest Arterial)
Bike/Hike Trail Project, which will provide 75% of the cost. The local match of $118,000
would be provided by the City CIP for this project.
Phase 2 will pave approximately 2.26 miles of bike/hike trail from John F. Kennedy
Road to Pennsylvania Avenue along Iowa 32
I concur with the recommendation and respectfully request Mayor and City Council
approval.
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Attachment
cc: Barry Lindahl, City Attorney
Cindy Steinhauser, Assistant City Manager
Laura Carstens, Planning Services Manager
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MEMORANDUM
September 1, 2006
FROM:
Michael Van Milligen, City Manager
Laura Carstens, Planning Services Manager ~
TO:
SUBJECT: Iowa Federal Recreational Trails Grant Application for Phase 2 of the Iowa
32 (Northwest Arterial) Bike/Hike Trail Project
Introduction
This memorandum presents for City Council review and approval, an application to the
Iowa Department of Transportation (lOOT) for a Federal Recreational Trails grant for
Phase 2 of the Iowa 32 (Northwest Arterial) Bike/Hike Trail Project. This is a federal
pass-thru grant to lOOT.
Discussion
This project is part of a phased extension of the Dubuque Heritage Trail to the west side
of Dubuque. The Iowa 32 Bike/ Hike Trail project is planned for about 5 miles of a 10-
foot wide off-road trail along Iowa 32 from U.S. 52 to U.S. 20.
Phase 1, under construction from August to November 2006, extends from U.S. 52 to
John F. Kennedy Road. Phase 2 will continue this 10-foot wide paved trail 2.26 miles
from John F. Kennedy Road to Pennsylvania Avenue along Iowa 32. The trail will be
physically separated in the Iowa 32 right-of-way where lOOT completed preliminary
grading during the expansion of Iowa 32 from two lanes to four lanes.
The grant application is for design, engineering, and construction of Phase 2 of the Iowa
32 Bike/Hike Trail. The paved, off-road trail would be 10 feet wide and physically
separated from the Northwest Arterial in the public right-of-way.
Budget Impact
The City budgeted $178,020 in ORA Distribution funds for the entire 5-mile trail. Phase
1 of the trail required $60,000. This leaves a balance of $118,000 in the CIP.
Grant Application for Iowa 32 Bike/Hike Trail (Phase 2)
Page 2 of 2
City Engineering has estimated the project cost for Phase 2 of the trail at approximately
$460,000. The grant application is for 75% of the cost, which is $342,000. The local
match of $118,000 would be provided by the City's CIP for this project.
Recommendation
I recommend that the City Council approve submittal of the Federal Recreational Trails
grant application for Phase 2 of the Iowa 32 (Northwest Arterial) Bike/Hike Trail Project.
Enclosures
cc Gil Spence, Leisure Services Manager
Gus Psi hoyos, City Engineer
Jon Dienst, Civil Engineer
Dawn Lang, Budget Director
Prepared by: Laura Carstens, Planning SenIIces Manager Address: City Hall, 50 W. 13th 51 Telephone: 589-4210
Return 10: Jeanne Schneider, City Clerk Address: City Hall, 5OW. 13th SI Telephone: 589-4210
RESOLUTION NO. 433-06
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE SUBMITTAL OF AN APPLICATION FOR
FEDERAL RECREATIONAL TRAILS PROGRAM FUNDING TO THE IOWA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR PHASE 2 OF THE IOWA 32
(NORTHWEST ARTERIAL) BIKE/HIKE TRAIL.
Whereas, the Iowa Department of Transportation has announced the availability
of Statewide Transportation Enhancements Funding; and
Whereas, pedestrian and bicycle facilities are eligible activities for this funding;
and
Whereas, design, engineering and construction costs are eligible for this
funding; and
Whereas, the City has adopted a Comprehensive Plan that identified a
community-wide bike/pedestrian network that includes a trail along Iowa 32 (Northwest
Arterial).
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The Mayor is authorized to sign and submit this application to the
Iowa Department of Transportation for Statewide Transportation Enhancements
Funding for Phase 2 of the Iowa 32 (Northwest Arterial) Bike/Hike Trail.
Section 2. That the City Council authorizes the City Manager to utilize budgeted
Capital Improvement Program funds to provide the match required by this program.
Section 3. That in the event said application is approved, the City Council
hereby provides its written assurance that the completed project will be adequately
RESOLUTION NO. -06
Page 2
maintained for its intended public use for a minimum of twenty (20) years following the
project.
Section 4. That the City of Dubuque agrees to abide by all local, state and
federal requirements applicable to the proposed budget.
Passed, approved and adopted this 18th day of Sep ember 2006.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest:
Jeanne F. Schneider, City Clerk
Form 240006wd
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PROJECT APPLICATION
IOWA FEDERAL RECREATIONAL TRAILS PROGRAM
General Information
Applicant Agency: City of Dubuque, Iowa
e-Mail: lcarsten(tiJcityofdubuque.or~
Contact Person (Name & Title): Laura Carstens, Planning Services MaIIa~er
Complete Mailing Address: 50 W. 13ili Street
Street Address and/or Box No.
Dubuque
City
IA
State
52001
Zip
563/589-4210
Daytime Phone
If more than one agency or organization is involved in this project, please state the name, contact person, mailing
address, and telephone number of the second agency. (Attach an additional page if more than two agencies are
involved.)
Applicant Agency:
e-Mail:
Contact Person (Name & Title):
Complete Mailing Address:
Street Address and/or Box No.
City
State
Zip
Daytime Phone
Project Information
Project Title: Dubuque Heritage Trail Extension: Iowa 32 (Northwest Arterial) Bike/Hike Trail-- Phase 2
Project Description (including length): This project is part of a phased extension of the Dubuque Herita~e Trail to the west
side of Dubuque. Phase I, under construction from August to November 2006, extends from U.S. 52 to John F. Kennedy Road.
Phase 2 will continue this lO-foot wide paved trail 2.26 miles from John F. Kennedy Road to Pennsylvania Avenue along Iowa
32 (NW Arterial). The trail will be physically separated in the Iowa 32 right-of-way where IDOT completed preliminary grading
during the expansion of Iowa 32 from two lanes to four lanes.
Economic Impact Information
Type of Project:
(Check the Predominant User Group)
o Motorized
~ Non-Motorized
o Diversified (list)
o Acquisition - Number of Acres
~ Development
o Combination - Number of Acres
Exhibit A-1
Project Costs (An itemized breakdown must be included on an attached sheet):
Total Cost
Trails Fund Request
Applicant Match (20% Minimum)
$ 460,000
$ 342,000
$ 118,000 (26%)
Match Source
Amount
1.
2.
3.
Ci
$118,000.00
Are any state funds involved in this project?
DYes
181 No
If yes, please explain the source and conditions
Are any other federal funds involved in this project?
DYes
181 No
If yes, please explain the source and conditions
Estimated Project Development Schedule:
Design
Land Acquisition
Construction
Start Date
Start Date
Start Date
March I, 2007
Completion Date
Completion Date
Completion Date
September I, 2007
March 1, 2008
September 2008
Has any part of this trail project been started?
181 Yes
o No
If yes, explain Phase 1 ofthe Iowa 32 (Northwest Arterial) Bike/Hike Trail is under construction in 2006. This first phase of
the trail is funded in part with a $200,000 REAP grant from the Iowa Department of Natural Resources. Phase 1 extends from
the Dubuque County Herita~e Trail at Iowa 386 and U.S. 52, westerly to John F. Kennedy Road and West 320d Street.
Do you intend to charge a fee to trail users?
DYes
181 No
If yes, how much? $
What will it be used for?
Exhibit A-2
Required Documentation and Narrative Information
The following documents and narratives must be attached to this application. In the upper right-hand corner of each
document or narrative write the corresponding letter shown below.
12:1 A. A NARRATIVE assessing existing conditions, outlining the concept of the proposed project, and providing
adequate project justification. The narrative must show that the concept is reasonable from a transportation
engineering and/or recreational standpoint and is part of an area-wide, local, regional, or statewide plan.
12:1 B.
12:1 C.
12:1 D.
12:1 E.
12:1 F.
12:1 G.
A MAP identifying the location of the project - An optional mapping application tool is available for your use
at the following website address: www.sysplan.dot.state.ia.uslfedstate_rectrails.htm
A CROSS-SECTION of the proposed trail project (if appropriate).
A SKETCH-PLAN of the trail project.
An ITEMIZED BREAKDOWN of the total project costs.
A TIME SCHEDULE for the total project development.
An OFFICIAL ENDORSEMENT of the trail proposal from the authority to be responsible for the
maintenance and operation. The authority must provide written assurance that it will adequately maintain
the trail for its intended use and maintain the total trail used to justify the project in public use for a minimum
of 20 years following project completion.
12:1 H. A NARRATIVE discussing the extent to which adjacent property owners have been informed of the
proposed project and an assessment of their acceptance.
The award of Federal Recreational Trails funds; any subsequent funding or letting of contracts for design,
construction, reconstruction, improvement, or maintenance; and the furnishing of materials for this project shall not
involve direct or indirect interest of any state, county, or city official, elective or appointive. All of the above are
prohibited by Iowa Code Sections 314.2, 362.5, or 331.342. Any award of Federal Recreational Trails funding or any
letting of a contract in violation of the foregoing provisions shall invalidate the award of Federal Recreational Trails
funding and authorize a complete recovery of any funds previously disbursed.
RTP COMPLIANCE
The applicant must sign below to indicate that the project is in compliance with Section 23, USC 206 or the
Recreational Trail Program that prohibits the use of grant funds to accommodate motorized use on trails that have
been predominantly used by non-motorized trail users prior to May 1, 1991.
In addition, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all information included in this application is true and accurate,
including the commitment of all physical and financial resources. This application has been duly authorized by the
participating local authority. I understand the attached OFFICIAL ENDORSEMENT(S) binds the participating local
governments to assume responsibility for adequate maintenance of any new or improved trails.
I understand that, although this information is sufficient to secure a commitment of funds, an executed contract
between the applicant and the Department is required prior to the authorization of funds.
Representing the City o[Dubuque, Iowa
Signature
September 19, 2006
Date
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Typed Name and Title
September 19, 2006
Date
Exhibit A-3
PROJECT SELECTION CRITERIA POINT SYSTEM
IOWA FEDERAL RECREATIONAL TRAILS PROGRAM
1. Describe the degree to which the project provides for innovative recreational trail sharing to
accommodate motorized and non-motorized recreational trail use. (10 points)
The Heritage Trail is a 26~mile bicyclinglhiking path through rural Dubuque County linking the communities of
Dubuque, Dyersville, Farley, Epworth, Graf, Durango and Sageville. The trail's limestone surface is a one percent
maximum grade, following a former railroad line. No horses or motorized vehicles are allowed on the Heritage Trail. The
trail presently terminates just north of the city of Dubuque at Heritage Pond.
The City has extended Heritage Trail within the corporate limits with the 14-mile Heritage Trail Riverfront System. The
first phase of this extension was completed in 1999 with a State Recreational Trails grant from the Iowa DOT. The North
End Neighborhood Trail is an asphalt-paved trail from 22nd Street to 32nd Street. Since then, the City of Dubuque has
completed this riverfront system with a combination of off-raod segments and 10.5 miles of signed on-street routes from
22nd Street to the Mines of Spain State Recreation Area. The Dubuqe Heritage Trail Riverfront System links to a number
of riverfront attractions, recreational facilites, and off-road trails.
Dubuque County extended the 26-mile rural Heritage Trail into the Dubuque corporate limits from Heritage Pond south
across U.S. 52 to the 32nd Street terminus of the North End Neighborhood Trail in 2005. As in the County, the Heritage
Trail within the city limits is not open to motorized vehicles.
The Iowa 32 Bike/ Hike Tmil project provides construction of approximately 4.7 miles of a physically separated bike and
pedestrian trail along Iowa 32 (locally known as the Northwest Arterial), from U.S. 20 to U.S. 52 and the planned
extension of the Dubuque Heritage Trail.
Phase 2 of the Iowa 32 Bike/ Hike Trail will be paved ten feet wide from John F. Kennedy Road to Pennsylvania Avenue.
In keeping with the current County and City provisions for the Heritage Trail, the Iowa 32 Bike/ Hike Trail will be limited
to bicyclists and pedestrians. Motorized vehicles will be prohibited on the trail.
2. Describe the degree to which the project provides for the greatest number of compatible recreational
purposes including, but not limited to, those used for recreational purposes such as bicycling,
mountain biking, cross-<:ountry skiing, hiking/jogginglfitness/nature trail activities, horseback riding,
snowmobiling, aquatic or water activities, and vehicular travel by motorcycle or all-terrain off-road
vehicles. (10 points)
The Iowa 32 Bike/ Hike Tmil project will provide numerous opportunities for recreational uses, including hiking, biking,
jogging, picnicking, fishing, md overall fitness for trail users. The trail also provides access to other recreational facilities
at City parks and recreational facilities. Enclosed is a map of primary bicycle and pedestrian destinations along the Iowa
32 Bike/ Hike Trail.
Direct access will be provided to Marshall Park and the Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens. Here trail users can
enjoy play equipment, picnic areas, a band shell for outdoor concerts, rest rooms, a visitor's center, drinking fountains,
benches, gazebos, and walking trails leading to water, herb, and shade gardens. An on-street signed route along West
32nd Street and Arboretum Drive will connect Marshall Park and the Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens to the
Iowa 32 Bike/ Hike Trail.
Trail users also will be able to reach the Dubuque Soccer Complex, where rest rooms, drinking fountains, play equipment,
concessions and, of course, soccer fields, are provided.
Trail users will be able to access a variety of restaurants and retailers at Asbury Plaza, a regional shopping center that
includes fast food and sit down restaurants, supermarket, convenience store, and other shops west of the Iowa 32 Bike/
Hike Trail between Asbury Road and the Dubuque Soccer Complex. A rest area will be located along the trail in
conjunction with the plaza development.
At the terminus of Phase 2 of the Iowa 32 Bike/ Hike Trail, direct access will be provided to the east to Stephen
Hempstead High School, 3715 Pennsylvania Avenue, via an planned bicyclist/pedestrian bridge over the Northwest
Arterial. At the terminus of Phase 2 of the Iowa 32 Bike/ Hike Trail, direct access will be provided to the west to Eleanor
Roosevelt Middle School, 2001 Radford Road, via an planned bicyclist/pedestrian bridge over the Northwest Arterial.
Exhibit B-1
3. Describe the degree to which the project facilitates the access and use of trails by older citizens,
economically disadvantaged, persons with disabilities, and other special populations or groups.
(10 points)
Like Phase 1 of the Iowa 32 Bike/Hike Trail, the Phase 2 project will provide a ten-foot wide paved trail physically
separated from the motorized traffic utilizing Iowa 32 by an open space located within the highway right-of-way. This
type of facility is well suited for all users.
A physically separated pathway like the Iowa 32 Bike/ Hike Trail occommodates the greatest number of user groups, by
taking into consideration the differing abilities of the potential trail users. This paved off-road trail will facilitate access by
older citizens, persons with disabilities, and similar special needs populations.
With its connection to the extension of the Dubuque County Heritage Trail to the City's North End Neighborhood Trail,
the Iowa 32 Bike/ Hike Trail project will provide access to the significant population of low to moderate income
households that reside in the north end of Dubuque. The Iowa 32 Bike! Hike Trail project will be open to all users without
a fee, which also facilitates its use by economically disadvantaged persons.
4. Describe the degree to which the project provides development of trail linkages. (10 points)
The Iowa 32 BikelHike Trail project will provide a linkage to the 26-mile Dubuque County Heritage Trail to 32nd Street
in the city of Dubuque, where the Iowa 32 Bike/Hike Trail will offer a linkage to the North End Neighborhood Trail from
22nd Street to 32nd Street.
With completion of the City's extension of Heritage Trail from 22nd Street to the Mines of Spain State Recreation Area
and the Mississippi River, users of the Iowa 32 BikelHike Trail will be able to link with this 105 mile riverfront trail
system. The 55-mile Stoltz Principal Route, the backbone of the City's Heritage Trail Riverfront System, is the
designated route for the Mississippi River Trail (MRT) through the city of Dubuque.
In Phase I, the Iowa 32 BikelHike Trail will provide linkages to the walking trails within the Dubuque Arboretum and
Botanical Gardens via on-street signed routes along West 32nd Street and Arboretum Drive. Phase 2 of the Iowa 32
BikelHike Trail will build on those linkages, by extending the off-raod trail further into Dubuque's west side
neighborhoods. Phase 2 also will provide a linkage to the Asbury Plaza Shopping Center via an on-street signed route
along Plaza Drive.
Enclosed is a map of the linkages to the existing bikelhike trails. Also enclosed is a map of the linkages to the proposed
and existing portions of the bicycle and pedestrian network in the Dubuque area.
Exhibit B-2
5. Describe the degree to which the project creates opportunities for partnerships between trail users,
private interests within the area, and public agencies. (Enclose letters of support as documentation.)
(10 points)
Phase 2 of the Iowa 32 Bike/ Hike Trail will have a new rest area at the Asbury Plaza Shopping Center north of Asbury
Road. This fest area will provide an opportunity for private partnerships with 1he corporations in the shopping center.
The Iowa DOT has been a major supporter of trails in the Dubuque area, and accommodated construction of the Iowa 32
Bike/ Hike Trail by providing the preliminary grading for the trail during the expansion and extension of Iowa 32 from
U.S. 20 to U.S. 52.
The Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, a volunteer~run facility owned by the City of Dubuque, has been
another advocate for the extension of Heritage Trail along Iowa 32 with a connection to the Arboretum and Marshall
Park.
6. Describe the degree to which the project is identified in, or furthers a specific goal of, Iowa's
Recreation Plan 2000 (SCORP), the Iowa Trails Plan, or a regional/county/municipal plan. (10 points)
In the 1989 Iowa Statewide Recreation Trails Usage Study, elements that were mentioned that contributed most to the
trail user's enjoyment were:
The trail traverses a variety of landscapes.
The presence of water
The trail corridor is separate from the roadway.
Historical markers are present.
The existing Heritage Trail and proposed recreational trails fall into these categories of enjoyment. Ultimately, the City
of Dubuque envisions the Heritage Trail as the focal point of a city-wide bicycling and pedestrian system. Links along
Iowa 32, 32nd Street, Loeas Boulevard, Dodge Street/Highway 20 and Catfish Creek will form a safe, scenic full-city and
riverfront loop.
Creation of the Iowa 32 Bike/Hike Trail portion of the Heritage Trail adds to Dubuque's reputation as a tourist destination
for both the State of Iowa and the community. Annual use on the Dubuque County Heritage Trail exceeds 60,000 people
with an estimated 30% from out-of-town.
The Dubuque Heritage Trail is the backbone system of the State Recreational Trail Plan and the Dubuque County
Recreational Trail Plan. It is also a component of the citywide bikeAlike network adopted by the City of Dubuque in 1995.
Exhibit B-3
7. Describe the degree to which the project uses the grant funds to leverage greater public or private
investments (in the form of services and materials, as well as dollars.) (10 points)
The Iowa DOT has reduced the Iowa 32 Bike/ Hike Trail project's cost of constroction due to their previous support of
the Iowa 32 expansion and extension projects. When the section of Iowa 32 from U.S. 20IDodge Street to John F.
Kennedy Road was expanded from two lanes to four lanes, the Iowa DOT included preliminary grading for the trail along
the west and north sides of the road within the highway right-of-way.
8. Describe the degree of citizen involvement in proposal conception and implementation.
a) Project idea originated with trail users or a community group which has substantial
knowledge of the area and its residents; and
b) the private sector (including individual citizens, community groups, or local business
enterprises) has participated in development of the proposal idea and has made commitments
of labor, money, or materials to support proposal implementation. (10 points)
The City of Dubuque has received interest in and support for a community-wide bicycle and pedestrian network for over
ten years. Initial interest began with the City's community visioning process for the tri-state area in 1990-1992. Over
5,000 area residents participated in this process through questionnaires, telephone surveys, public forums, and public
hearings.
Citizen interest and support from the general populace and from local running and bicycling clubs grew as the City of
Dubuque embarked on an update of the Dubuque Comprehensive Plan in 1992-1995. A map and written goals and
objectives outlining a community-wide bikelhike system were adopted by the Dubuque City Council in 1995. This was
reaffirmed during public forums and public hearings for an update of the Comprehensive Plan in 2000-2002.
Concurrent with this planning process, the Dubuque Metropolitan Area Transportation Study began an update of the Long
Range Transportation Plan that identified a community-wide bicycle and pedestrian network for the tri-state area. Again,
this network was reaffirmed with the update of the DMATS Plan in 2001 after focus group meetings with trail users and
other interest groups, as well as public meetings and public hearings.
In 1996, the City of Dubuque developed a Heritage Trail Master Plan with trail users, neighborhood associations and
other interest groups. The Master Plan lays out an 18-mile extension of Heritage Trail through Dubuque, and identifies
linkages to other trail segments, including the Northwest Arterial (Iowa 32).
ENVISION 2010 is a local grassroots process, run by volunteers, to engage tri-state area citizens in a community
visioning process: an open, all-inclusive discussion to develop a variety of ideas for the future of greater Dubuque. Over
2,000 ideas were generated through focus group and town meetings by hundreds of participants in 2005. The final 10
ideas were unveiled on January 5, 2006. We defined our Top 10 criteria as: "Big ideas with broad acceptance that will
have a long-term, positive impact on the growth and quality of life of the greater Dubuque community." One of the Top
10 ieads was an Integrated WalkingIBikingIHiking Trail System: Create an integrated trail system throughout the
Dubuque and Asbury communities to encourage recreation and wellness. Connect all of the trail systems to the Port of
Dubuque Riverwalk, Heritage Trail, E.B. Lyons and Mines of Spain. Develop safe, paved trails, with a corresponding
website and maps, plus restrooms, benches and bike racks.
Exhibit 6-4
9. Describe the degree to which the project ties into other trails; greenways; scenic corridors; or natural,
cultural, historical, and recreational areas. (10 points)
The Iowa 32 Bike/Hike Trail project will provide linkage to the 26-mile Dubuque County Heritage Trail and the City's
extension of Heritage Trail from 22nd Street to the Mines of Spain State Recreation Area, the America's River project at
the Port of Dubuque, and the Mississippi River. The America's River project includes the National Mississippi River
Museum & Aquarium, the Grand River Center, the Grand Harbor and Indoor Water Park, and the Mississippi Riverwalk
Recreational Trail, a one-mile promenade along the riverfront and historic Ice Harbor. The 5.5-mile Stoltz Principal
Route, the backbone ofthe City's Heritage Trail Riverfront System, is the designated route for the Mississippi River Trail
(MRT) through the city of Dubuque.
In addition, the Iowa 32 Bike/Hike Trail will provide linkages to the walking trails within the Dubuque Arboretum and
Botanical Gardens via on-street signed routes along West 32nd Street and Arboretum Drive. The Iowa 32 Bike/Hike Trail
will provide a linkage to a planned off-road trail in the Bergfeld Recreation Area via an on-street signed route along
Chavenelle Drive. Trail users also will be able to reach the Dubuque Soccer Complex, where rest rooms, drinking
fountains, play equipment, concessions and, of course, soccer fields, afe provided. In addition, the Iowa 32 BikelHike
Trail will provide ready access to the bike lanes along Radford Road in the City of Asbury.
Enclosed are maps depicting primary bicycle and pedestrian destinations along the Iowa 32 Bike/ Hike Trail, linkages to
the existing bikelhike trails, and linkages to the proposed and existing portions of the bicycle and pedestrian network in
the Dubuque area.
10. Describe the degree of commitment to continue operation and maintenance of the project after grant
monev is no lonller available. e.Il.. Existinll Trail Maintenance Fund, etc. (10 points)
The Iowa 32 Bike/Hike Trail will become part of the City of Dubuque's park systtlTI. Like other existing, planned and
proposed segments of the extension of Heritage Trail through Dubuque, the City's Park Division will be responsible for
operation and maintenance of the trail. The City of Dubuque has an annual budget for park and trail maintenance.
11. Describe the degree to which the project results in the clean-up of the area and whether the trail is
designated as a National Recreational Trail. (10 points)
Phase 2 of the Iowa 32 Bike/Hike Trail will utilize a route that has been preliminarily graded by the IDOT with the
expansion of Iowa 32 to a four-lane divided highway from U.S. 20 to U.S. 52. The route presently is unimproved right-
of-way along residential and commercial developments. The Bike/Hike Trail will improve the appearance of the right-of-
way along Iowa 32 by providing a paved trail with mown shoulders and landscaped rest areas.
The Iowa 32 Bike/Hike Trail will link to the Dubuque County Heritage Trail on the eastern terminus near u.S. 52 and
Iowa 386 (John Deere Road). The Heritage Trail is a National Recreation Trail. The Heritage Trail also of the
Mississippi River Trail (MRT) designated through Dubuque County. The MRT is a 2,OOO-mile bike trail system being
developed in the 10 states along the Mississippi River from Lake Itasca to the Gulf of Mexico. The Iowa 32 Bike/Hike
Trail will provide a 4. 7-mile side trip from the Heritage Trail and the MRT.
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Project Cost Estimate
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DATE:
31-Aug-06
NORTHWEST ARTERIAL BIKE PATH - PHASE 2
Based on 10' Bike Path 11920 feet long
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UNIT
ESTIMATE
UNIT COST
ESTIMATE
COST
BID ITEM DESCRIPTION
1 Excavation, Unclassified
2 Backfill, Topsoil
3 Graded Stone Base
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Ton
7158.00
11000.00
4200.00
$ 8.00 $
$ 4.50 $
$ 14.00 $
Sub-total $
contingency (1 O~ $
engineering (10% $
Total
57,264.00
49,500.00
58,800.00
165,564.00
16,556.40
18,212.04
$ 50.00 $ 100,000.00
$ 52.00 $ 62,400.00
Sub-total $ 162,400.00
contingency (10~ $ 16,240.00
engineerin9 (10% $ 17,864.00
Total $ 196,504.00
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6 Seed SY 11000.00 $ 2.00 $ 22,000.00
7 Signs Each 30.00 $ 150.00 $ 4,500.00
8 Pavement Markings - Text/Symbols Each 30.00 $ 100.00 $ 3,000.00
9 Pavement Markings - Linear LF 11920.00 $ 0.30 $ 3,576.00
10 Erosion Control Plan - Operating Procedures LS 1.00 $ 8,000.00 $ 8,000.00
11 Traffic Control & Safety Control LS 1.00 $ 5,560.00 $ 5,560.00
12 Mobilization LS 1.00 $ 5,000.00 $ 5,000.00
Sub-total $ 51,636.00
contingency (10~ $ 5,163.60
engineering (10';' $ 5,679.96
Total $ 62,479.56
Base Bid Sub"Total $ 379,600.00
Contingency (10%) $ 37,960.00
Construction Engineering & Inspection (10%) $ 41,756.00
Total Construction Estimate: $ 459,316.00
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4 HMA 300k Binder Course, 112" (PG 64-22)
5 HMA 300k Surface Course, 1/2" (PG 64-22)
2000.00
1200.00