TOWN OF WINTER PARK

RESOLUTION NO. 1810 SERIES OF 2020

A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING A GRANT APPLICATION FOR FUNDING FROM PARKS AND WILDLIFE FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE TRAIL AND COMMITTING MATCHING FUNDS FOR THE GRANT.

WHEREAS, the extension of the Fraser River Trail along the Fraser River has been a priority of the Town of Winter Park as shown in the Imagine Winter Park Town Plan ( Master Plan) and the Community Trails Plan;

WHEREAS, the Town of Winter Park supports the grant application to construct the Fraser River Trail through the Forest Service property and the Roam development;

WHEREAS, the Town of Winter Park is financially constrained to complete the project without securing outside funding; and

WHEREAS, the Town of Winter Park commits to providing required matching funds using general fund dollars.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Town Council of Winter Park, Colorado as follows:

1. The Town Council strongly supports the grant application to the Colorado Parks and Wildlife for construction of the Fraser River Trail as outlined in the Imagine Winter Park Town Plan.

2. The Town Council will provide the required matching funds for the grant in the January 2021 budget.

3. If the grant is awarded, the Town Council strongly supports the completion of the project.

APPROVED AND PASSED this 151h day of September, 2020, by a vote of ' 4 to ,

TOWN OF INTER RK

Nic utrumbos, Mayor -- ATTEST:

Danielle Jardee, Town Clerk EXHIBIT A

CONSTRUCTION GRANT APPLICATION CHECK LIST (Return this completed form with your application)

MANDATORY:

Signed letter of resolution from Governing Body that includes resources/support committed to the project Exhibit A – Application Exhibit B – Budget (Unprotected Excel CPW form) Environmental Forms

Maps/Photos/Graphics [Separate PDF document(s)] DO NOT combine with application

Letters of Support (maximum of 5). No letters from clubs, groups or individuals specifically working on the project.

Project should be completed within 2.5 years from receiving grant. Required MATCH funding is secured, including CASH match funds.

CPW Area Manager was contacted about the project by September 8th and applicant has discussed the project with them. Note: ALL projects will be reviewed by CPW for wildlife impacts.

Project area is owned by public land agency or has easement that designates the area to be open to public outdoor recreation for at least 25 years.

Formal Environmental Assessment (EA) or NEPA has been completed with final approval for the project area (federal lands only, include link to EA).

Construction projects have been evaluated for required permits and if required, permits have been acquired (404 permit, etc.).

ADDITIONAL PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS: Youth Corps or youth organization will be used on the project (name of organization).

Volunteers will be utilized on the project (name of organization). EXHIBIT A

NON-MOTORIZED CONSTRUCTION APPLICATION Applicant or Organization Name: Complete Mailing Address: Applicant Lead Contact Name: Title: Is this the primary contact for Telephone: Email: this grant: YES NO OFFICIAL USE ONLY – DUNS # (IF REQUIRED): PROJECT MANAGER (this person will have day-to-day responsibility for the project) Name: Telephone: Email:

PRIMARY PARTNER INFORMATION (IF APPLICABLE) Name: Mailing Address:

Partner Contact Name: Title: Is this the primary contact for Telephone: Email: this grant: YES NO

ABOUT THE PROJECT Project Title: Grant Request: $ Match Amount (Min. 30%): $ Total Project Cost: $ Project Description: Write a 2-3 paragraph description of your project and the expected accomplishments. Be sure to include Who, What, When and Where. This is your scope of work. (This section is not the place to talk about the project background, the benefits, the funding, or anything other than the actual work to be accomplished. Please address this information in question #1 of the Selection Criteria.)

WHO? Who will complete the work and who will oversee the project? Provide a brief description of your community or organization, highlighting its mission and purpose.

WHAT? Explain what you are going to do or accomplish. What is the goal or the reason for your project? Break down the project into a list of specific activities to be completed. These should be quantifiable items that correspond to the categories on your budget page. Include quantity or quality as part of your description of work to be performed. How long? How many? How many feet? How many miles? What materials will be used? Is a specific standard or guideline being used?

WHERE? Explain in detail the location of your project. Where is the project located? What county? What are the nearby towns? What National Forest/ BLM Field Office? Provide the names of the trail(s) or trail system and where the work will be performed. List the land manager agency or municipality.

DEFINITIONS? Please define all acronyms and specialized terms that are used in your project description. EXHIBIT A

Project Description

Previous CPW grants awarded (last 3 years) List award year, category and project name (;+,%,7$

LAND OWNERSHIP 1. Provide the name/s of the property owners: Town of Winter Park 2. The trail corridor is controlled by: Fee Simple Lease ✔ Easement License Right-of-Way Other: Public Trail Easement - Reception No. 2019-008309 - Grand County, Colorado USER INFORMATION (Please check all that apply) ✔ Hiking Motorcycling ✔ Equestrian

✔ Walking Four-Wheeling ADA Accessible

✔ Running All-Terrain Vehicle Paddling

Skateboarding Snowmobiling Other

In-Line Skating ✔ Snowshoeing Other

✔✔Biking X-Country Skiing Other TRAIL SURFACE Asphalt Concrete Other Natural Crusher Fines ✔ Other Class C Gravel PROJECT LOCATION (For multiple project sites attach a separate list.) Nearest Town or City: Winter Park County: Grand Latitude & Longitude Coordinates (in decimal degrees): 39.54'53.08" N 105.46'43.97" W

State Congressional District (https://www.govtrack.us/congress/members): 2nd Please fill out all the applicable categories for your project: Acreage of new trailhead Miles of trail being planned 1.08 Miles of new trail construction .68 Miles of trail maintenance Miles of inter-connecting trail Miles of trail reroute

Miles of trail to be decommissioned Miles of trail to be restored Miles of trail to be signed .68 Miles of trail grooming Other Other

Digitally signed by James Shockey Applicant Authorized Signature: ______James Shockey Date: 2020.10.01 13:13:46 ______Date:-06'00' ______10/01/2020 (From Applicant Organization)

Land Agency Authorized Signature: ______Date: ______(From project location land agency, if different from applicant) EXHIBIT A

TIMELINE

Provide a timeline estimate using the following form. Remember that the project is to be completed within two and a half years of the award date. Any proposed changes, including extensions or modifications in the project timeline, must be requested in writing and approved in advance by the State Trails Program.

PRELIMINARY TIMELINE ESTIMATE

Jul- Oct- Jan- Apr- Jul- Oct- Jan- Apr- Jul- Oct- TASK Sep Dec Mar Jun Sep Dec Mar Jun Sep Dec 2021 2021 2022 2022 2022 2022 2023 2023 2023 2023 Project Initiation

Mobilization

Construction Phase

Administrative Close-Out Grand Opening EXHIBIT A

CONSTRUCTION GRANT SCORING CRITERIA

All applicants must respond to the following selection criteria questions in ten pages or less. Use the numbered blank pages at the end of this section. This application will be scored on a 100 point basis. The maximum number of points that can be awarded for each question is shown in parentheses. Outside reviewers and State Trails staff will review each project. Projects will be ranked according to reviewer and staff scores.

Grant review subcommittee members review and score grant applications based on the totality of information available. This may include not only the answers provided to the application questions, but also additional information provided to the review subcommittee from agency staff and subcommittee member knowledge and information that is relevant to the proposed project.

Failure to provide a response to any question (unless otherwise noted) will reduce your project’s score. Please read and understand all application questions prior to answering. Respond in 12-point font. Reference all attachments.

SCOPE (15 Points Total)

1. Scope (10 points) Describe the proposed project including the length/width of trail construction, any major components necessary to complete the trail such as materials, under/overpasses, bridges, trail heads, trail sections, etc. – describe exactly what will be built. Discuss the ownership status of the trail corridor and any easements or land acquisitions that have been acquired for the trail. Address each trail component separately, specifically mentioning its characteristics. Please include a few site photos and a map of the area.

2. Access/Trail Connections (5 points) Briefly discuss how this project expands trail loops, links, or improves and/or restores trail use and connectivity to other trails, park areas, outdoor recreation opportunities, and/or other public recreation, and community centers. If the project is connected to a larger trail system, describe the size, extent, and predominate uses of that system.

NEED (10 Points)

3. Clearly address unmet recreational trail needs and specifically explain how this project will meet those needs (i.e., trail demands, deteriorating conditions, etc.). Describe the community this project will serve and provide population and economic data. Discuss the ways in which the community currently is or is not compensating for the lack of the proposed project components. Briefly describe how the proposed trail currently and/or will accommodate multiple non- motorized uses within the region. Discuss the significance of the trail segment to users. List each user group and estimate their percentage of overall trail use, e.g., bicyclists – 40%, hikers – 50%, equestrian – 10%). How did you arrive at those estimates? Describe the project’s urgency. Why are CPW State Trails funds necessary to complete this project? What opportunities are lost if the grant is not awarded? EXHIBIT A

PLANNING/SUSTAINABILITY (45 Points Total)

4. Planning and Prioritization Process (15 points) Is this project part of an approved master plan and if so, what priority is it given in that plan? Are there existing trails in the area? If so, was there any consideration to use those existing trail routes? Please explain the need for additional trail routes and why new trail construction is being pursued at this time. What best management practices were used during the planning process to ensure that the trail and its amenities will be sustainable? What design practices were used to ensure that the project will meet current and future use levels? How were wildlife and natural resource impacts addressed in the planning process? Have CPW wildlife specialists provided input or consultation on this project?

5. Maintenance and Sustainability (15 points) Describe how the project will be maintained and managed for long-term sustainability. Has an Operations and Maintenance plan been developed for the project areas? If so, please explain the plan in detail. Have trail reroute options been considered for current on-the-ground unsustainable trails and trail sections in the project area? If so, are there plans to decommission and/or restore these unsustainable trail sections? Is this a multi-phase project, and if so, how many phases is it and how will future phases be funded? Estimate the annual costs to maintain the project. How did you derive at those numbers and how do you intend to fund long-term maintenance? Who will responsible for maintenance? Will funds from the State Trails Grant Program be requested for this trail project in the future?

6. Wildlife and Natural Resources (15 points) How were CPW staff engaged in the planning process? How were impacts to wildlife and habitat evaluated, avoided, and/or minimized? What factors were considered to avoid large blocks of less disturbed sensitive environmental resources such as wildlife habitat or wetlands in the planning process? What aspects were considered to evaluate wildlife connectivity across the landscape and to avoid and/or minimize the potential for fragmentation? If necessary, describe any plans for avoiding and/or minimizing wildlife and natural resource impacts. Describe how the applicant will help support the land manager in implementation. For example, if a season closure is recommended, what are the dates of the closure and how will it be implemented to be effective (signage, gates, game cameras, etc.)?

PUBLIC COMMENT (15 points)

7. Public notification is mandatory for all projects. Projects without public involvement are not eligible for rating. Describe the public planning process that identified the construction of this trail(s) as a priority. Summarize the feedback received from the public and how it was determined that your constituents want and will use the project? Has this project been deemed a priority by any other agencies or given any significant designations? Describe any received opposition to the project and how the concerns have been addressed. EXHIBIT A

ABILITY (15 Points Total)

8. Matching Funds and Partnerships (10 points) Discuss partnerships established for this project and their contributions. Discuss the sources of matching funds. How much match is secured beyond the required 30%? How much of it is yet to be raised and what are your plans for raising those additional funds? Submit letters of commitment/support from landowners and/or funders as a separate attachment (resolution from the governing body should include support and resource commitment; a separate support letter is not required). Beyond these letters, you may submit up to 5 letters of non-funding support.

9. Contingency/Ability (5 points) What other funding sources have been dedicated or are anticipated to be dedicated to this project? Will applicant and/or partner funds be lost if State Trails funds are not awarded? If you are not awarded State Trails funding, what measures will be taken to complete the project? Describe your ability to complete the specific grant transaction(s) that will be necessary to accomplish this project. Please provide examples (if any) for grant projects of similar magnitude that demonstrate your ability to manage the requested level of grant funding; including the project title, grantor, award amount and year the project was funded. Were the necessary reporting and closeout requirements completed in a timely manner? How well was it managed from your perspective? 1. SCOPE (Proposed Project) (10 Points) EXHIBIT A 2. SCOPE (Access/Trail Connections) (5 points) EXHIBIT A 3. NEED (10 Points) EXHIBIT A 4. PLANNING/SUSTAINABILITY (Planning and Prioritization Process) (15 points) EXHIBIT A 5. PLANNING/SUSTAINABILITY (Maintenance and Sustainability) (15 points) EXHIBIT A 6. PLANNING/SUSTAINABILITY (Wildlife and Natural Resources) (15 points) EXHIBIT A 7. PUBLIC COMMENT (15 points) EXHIBIT A 8. ABILITY (Matching Funds and Partnerships (10 points) EXHIBIT A 9. ABILITY (Contingency/Ability) (5 points) EXHIBIT A Non-Federal Environmental Form

ENVIRONMENTAL CHECK LIST (for projects outside of NEPA requirements) (Construction and Maintenance Grants Only)

Applicants are responsible to complete this form with county/local government staff or an environmental consultant to address the following environmental impacts associated with the project, including: securing all necessary permits, licenses, clearances, and environmental analysis documentation necessary to comply with local, state, or federal law. Please fill out the table below and associated narratives. If an environmental review has already been conducted on your proposal and is still viable, include the citation including any planned mitigation for each applicable resource, and choose an impact level as mitigated. If the resource does not apply to your proposal, mark NA in the first column.

All applicants will be evaluated for wildlife and aquatic impacts in a separate evaluation process by CPW wildlife staff.

ENVIRONMENTAL NOT APPLICABLE NEGLIGIBE MORE DATA CONSIDERATIONS IMPACTS NEEDED TO Resource MINOR IMPACTS EXCEED Indicate potential Exists but DETERMINE does not exist IMPACTS MINOR for adverse impacts no or negligible DEGREE OF impacts IMPACT 1. Plants species of special concern and habitat; state/federal listed or proposed for listing 2. Water quality/quantity – surface and ground water considerations

3. Wetlands/floodplains 4. Storm water runoff and/or Sedimentation 5. Geological resources: soils, bedrock, slopes, streambeds, landforms, etc. 6. Disturbances to neighboring properties 7. Historical/cultural resources, including landscapes, ethnographic, archeological, structures, etc. 8. Introduction or promotion of non- native species 9. Environmental disturbances during construction

10. Air Quality 11. Land/structures with history of contamination/hazardous materials even if remediated 12. Other important environmental resources to address Use a separate sheet if necessary for the following questions.

Please briefly clarify how each resource could be adversely impacted; any direct, indirect, and cumulative impacts that may occur; and any additional data that still needs to be determined. Also explain any planned mitigation already addressed in previous environmental reviews.

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Exhibit B Budget Form - Project Name: Fraser River Trail Expansion CPW Trails Date Total Project Total Funding SOURCE OF FUNDS Grant Secured Match [B] ($) [C] Request [A] CASH CPW Funds $ 250,000.00 $ 250,000.00 TOWP Transit and Trails Fund 9/15/2020 $ 192,465.00 $ 192,465.00 $ - $ - IN-KIND Bridge Construction 6/14/2018 $ 200,000.00 $ 200,000.00 $ - $ - $ - TOTAL SOURCES OF FUNDS $ 250,000.00 $ 392,465.00 $ 642,465.00

Total Project Total Funding Balance [CASH] Description of Work Qty Unit Unit Price Total (B*D) CPW Funds Match ($) ($) [should be 0] CATEGORY 1-Contracted Services Identify as: Youth Corps, Engineering, Contractor, etc. Contracted Services 1 EA $ 83,885.00 $ 83,885.00 $ 52,230.00 $ 31,655.00 $ 83,885.00 0 Construction Drawings 1 EA $ 35,000.00 $ 35,000.00 $ 35,000.00 $ 35,000.00 0 $ - $ - 0 $ - $ - 0 Category 2 - Salary/Wages $ - $ - 0 $ - $ - 0 $ - $ - 0 CATEGORY 3-Materials/Supplies Identify as: Signs, crusherfines, native seed, weed barrier, etc. Seeding 1.8 AC $ 2,000.00 $ 3,600.00 $ 3,600.00 $ - $ 3,600.00 0 Class C Road Base 616 TONS $ 32.00 $ 19,712.00 $ 15,000.00 $ 4,712.00 $ 19,712.00 0 Culvert 18" CMP 296 LF $ 35.00 $ 10,360.00 $ 10,360.00 $ - $ 10,360.00 0 FES 18" Concrete 30 EA $ 1,000.00 $ 30,000.00 $ 20,000.00 $ 10,000.00 $ 30,000.00 0 Riprap Typle L 120 CY $ 100.00 $ 12,000.00 $ 12,000.00 $ - $ 12,000.00 0 Silt Fence 2958 LF $ 4.00 $ 11,832.00 $ 10,000.00 $ 1,832.00 $ 11,832.00 0 Slope Protection Mat 1643 SY $ 15.00 $ 24,645.00 $ 5,000.00 $ 19,645.00 $ 24,645.00 0 Channel Lining Mat 2629 SY $ 20.00 $ 52,580.00 $ 5,460.00 $ 47,120.00 $ 52,580.00 0 Boardwalk 392 LF $ 200.00 $ 78,400.00 $ 75,000.00 $ 3,400.00 $ 78,400.00 0 Signage 1 LS $ 3,000.00 $ 3,000.00 $ 100.00 $ 2,900.00 $ 3,000.00 0 Additional Categories Clear and Grub 1.8 AC $ 5,000.00 $ 9,000.00 $ 5,000.00 $ 4,000.00 $ 9,000.00 0 Stripping and Stockpile Topsoil 1.8 AC $ 750.00 $ 1,350.00 $ 1,250.00 $ 100.00 $ 1,350.00 0 Subgrade Prep - 12" Scarify, Recompact 2958 CY $ 5.00 $ 14,790.00 $ 5,000.00 $ 9,790.00 $ 14,790.00 0 Place Stockpiled Topsoil 976 CY $ 4.00 $ 3,904.00 $ 3,000.00 $ 904.00 $ 3,904.00 0 Cut, Fill and Compact Onsite Material 712 CY $ 6.00 $ 4,272.00 $ 3,000.00 $ 1,272.00 $ 4,272.00 0 Erosion Control Maintenance 12 EA $ 1,000.00 $ 12,000.00 $ 1,000.00 $ 11,000.00 $ 12,000.00 0 Mobilization 1 LS $ 6,000.00 $ 6,000.00 $ 3,000.00 $ 3,000.00 $ 6,000.00 0 Mitigation Wetland Construction 10454 SY $ 2.50 $ 26,135.00 $ 20,000.00 $ 6,135.00 $ 26,135.00 0 USE OF FUNDS - CASH SUBTOTAL $ 250,000.00 $ 192,465.00 $ 442,465.00

Total Funding Balance [IN-KIND] Description of Work Qty Unit Unit Price Total (B*D) ($) [should be 0] Category 1 - Contracted Services

1 EA $ 200,000.00 $ 200,000.00 $ 200,000.00 $ 200,000.00 Bridge Construction - Roam at Winter Park 0 $ - $ - $ - 0 $ - $ - $ - 0 Category 2 - Salary/Wages $ - $ - $ - 0 $ - $ - $ - 0 $ - $ - $ - 0 Category 3 - Materials/Tools 0 $ - $ - $ - 0 $ - $ - $ - 0 Additional Categories $ - $ - $ - 0 $ - $ - $ - 0 $ - $ - $ - 0 IN-KIND SUBTOTAL $ 200,000.00 $ 200,000.00

TOTAL PROJECT COST $ 250,000.00 $ 392,465.00 $ 642,465.00 30% REQUIRED MATCH $ 75,000.00

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View of the high-quality wetlands that will be left undisturbed. The trail will be rerouted around this portion of the wetlands.

Pictures of the wetlands taken during the spring and fall.

View of the Fraser River. The trail will traverse along this section of the River.

View of the trail alignment through the existing spruce forest.

Boardwalk will be installed across this portion of the wetland to minimize disturbance.

One of the many social trails that exist along this section of the Fraser River.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife State Trails Program 1313 Sherman Street, 6th Floor Denver, CO 80203

September 28, 2020, 2020

To Grant Committee Members:

The Winter Park & Fraser Chamber strongly supports the proposed trail improvement project along the Fraser River in Winter Park. The Fraser River Trail is used extensively by residents and visitors year- round. It is a main source for pedestrian use as a transportation corridor as well as a scenic excursion route. The connection between the Downtown Corridor and Winter Park Resort is essential for individuals who choose to commute and commune on a more environmentally friendly course.

As visitation continues to increase in Winter Park, so does usage of the Fraser River Trail. Thousands of guests use the Trail each year as they seek a refuge from the noise of the city that is easily accessed from Downtown. The proposed improvements will allow trail users an improved experience by bringing them closer to the Fraser River to experience wetlands, forest and river habitats. Both residents and visitors will become more familiar with the ecosystem through educational signage and up-close experiences. This knowledge will hopefully inspire them to be better stewards of the environment.

The Chamber supports the project and is committed to assist in any volunteer help that the Town may need to complete the project

Sincerely,

Catherine Ross, Executive Director

Winter Park & Fraser Chamber [email protected]