SPECIAL AND REGULAR MEETINGS OF THE RAVALLI COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING 9:00 AM
Wednesday, March 02, 2016
Commissioners' Meeting Room County Administration Building, 215 S. 4,h St, Hamilton, MT 59840.
1. Roll Call Commissioner Ray Hawk, Commissioner Jeff Burrows, Commissioner Greg Chilcott, Commissioner JR Iman and Commissioner Doug Schallenberger.
STAFF PRESENT: Chris Taggart, minutes
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Public Comment
None.
4. Discussion and decision on letter of support for MT Parks Recreational Trail Grant Applications
MT Parks Grant Application information Also Present: Roger De Haan, Victor Park District Representative Bob Cron, Chair of Ravalli County Parks Board
Commissioner Burrows moved to write a letter of support for the Victor Parks District to apply to Montana Parks Recreational Trail for a $45,000 grant in order to build a restroom facility. Seconded by Commissioner Chilcott. Public comment on motion: none. Discussion: Commissioner Chilcott volunteered to write said letter of support. Commissioner Burrows will assist as well. All voted "aye" (5-0).
Commissioner Chilcott moved to approve writing a letter of support to for the Ridgerunners to apply to Montana Parks Recreational Trail for a grant. Seconded by Commissioner Iman. Public comment on motion: none. Discussion: Commissioner Hawk stated that he has already written and sent this support letter. All voted "aye" (5-0).
5. Public Comment on Items Not Otherwise on the Agenda
None.
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Commissioner Jeff Burrows moved to adjourn the meeting. Seconded by Commissioner Doug Schallenberger. All voted "aye" (5-0).
Glenda Wiles, Administrative Assistant
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SPECIAL AND REGULAR MEETINGS OF THE RAVALLI COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING 9:00 A.M.
Wednesday March 2,2016
Commissioners' Meeting Room County Administration Building, 215 S. 4th St, Hamilton, MT 59840.
Commissioner Jeff Burrows Commissioner Greg Chilcott Commissioner J.R. Iman Commissioner Ray Hawk Commissioner Doug Schallenberger
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9:00 A.M. REGULAR BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING
PRELIMINARY BUSINESS
1. Roll Call
2. Pledge ofAllegiance
3. Public Comment
4. Discussion and decision on letter of support for MT parks Recreational Trail Grant Applications
MT Parks Grant App information
5. Public Comment on Items Not Otherwise on the Agenda
6. Adjournment
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Current Board Members: Roger De Haan, Chair - 961-3953 Michelle Buker, Secretary - 239-4195 Mary Ann Gingerich, Treasurer - 642-3757 Wes Young, VolunteerCoordinator - 369-1540 March 2,2016
To: Ravalli County Board ofCounty Commissioners Re: Possible letter ofsupport for Victor Park restroom grant
TheVictor Park District is currently applying for a grantthrough the Montana Fish, Wildlifeand Parks Recreational Trails Programto construct a restroom in the Victor Park to serve all parkusers, including users of theBitterroot Trail bikepathwhichruns adjacent tothe park. Weare seeking a $45,000 grant fora projected $66,000 restroom with water, heat,and flush toilets connected to the Victor Sewer District. The design was given to us by Pigman Builders and isthe same as the restroom inKiwanis River Park in Hamilton, minus the paved landscape circle. We have a construction bid for the projectby Schrock Construction.
Weareseeking letters of support for this project and would appreciate a letter from the Board of County Commissioners. Some possible points in the lettermightinclude:
Victoris an unincorporated town andthe Victor Park is County owned land.The Victor Park District istasked with managing this park, and has the full support ofthe Board ofCounty Commissioners to construct a restroom in the park.
TheVictor Park District is funded bya District wide property tax levy andhas demonstrated theability to maintain itsparks and landscaping, andcomplete projects that it undertakes.
The County Commissioners are confident that the restroom will be well maintained once it is completed.
The Bitterroot Trail bike pathalong Highway 93 is a popularand well usedtrail in Ravalli County, andthe Victor Park is a logical location fora restarea along thistrail. It is expected thata restroom would be well used bybicyclists, pedestrians, motorists andgeneral park users.
The CountyCommissioners believe thatconstruction of the proposedrestroom in Victor Park would be an excellent use ofgrant money to enhance the use ofrecreational trails in Ravalli County.
THANK YOU for any help you canoffer. Our deadline for submittal is Thursday March 11th, and we are asking for letters by Monday March 8'\
Victor Park District
Roger W. De Haan, BoardChairman A Proposal For: The Participation A New Restroom in Victor Park District is currently Victor Park seeking grants for this restroom project. A Necessary Improvement'
We estimate that we need to raise $36,000. in cash and an additional $30,000. in donated labor and materials. Most of the money will need to be raised locally, although we are hopeful to receive some grant money.
To donate materials or labor for this project, please contact PLEASE SUPPORT ANEW Roger De Haan at 961-3953. RESTROOM BY DONATIONS OF TIME, Cash donations may be sent by MATERIALS OR FINANCES: check to Victor Park District.
Please put "Park Restroom" in Victor Park District the memo. P.O. Box 945 Victor Park is a major asset Victor, Montana 59875 To the community
www.victorparkdistrict.com Please support a new Restroom for the park! Victor Park is used by hundreds of people each year The Need The Proposal
Breakfast in the Park Victor's Park & Highway 93 We have a proposed design and Family Reunions Bike Path are the best in the plans donated by Pigman Retirement Parties Bitterroot, used by locals, Builders for a restroom that can visitors & travelers. accommodate 250 people per Memorial Services Weddings event. There are no public restrooms Fundraising Events in Victor We have a deeply discounted Day use bid from Schrock Construction Bicyclists There are no rest stops between for the full installation of the Marathons Missoula & Hamilton restroom for approximately $66,000. depending on finish Adventure Cycling's 40th and trim options. Victor Park currently offers Anniversary 2016 estimates that 16,000 cyclists will be using the Restroom will have handicap •A Blue Star Veterans Hwy 93 Bike Path this year. accessibility, double stalls, a Memorial handicap stall, a baby changing • Pavilions A Children's Park is under station, sewer hookup, heating • Picnic Tables consideration for the Victor and other necessary amenities. • Flower Gardens Park. • Open Space The restroom may be closed • Easy Access A Restroom is needed. during the winter months to • Adjacent to Bike simplify maintenance, Path depending on demand. 3\t]^ Glenda Wiles
From: Misty Miles
Ravalli County Commissioners 215 South 4th Street, Suite A Hamilton, Montana 59840 (406)375-6500 [email protected] Ravalli County Commissioners:
I am writing to you, because the Fish Wildlife and Parks, Recreational Trails Program funding requires letters of support for the upcoming 2016 Grant. The Bitterroot Ridgerunner's, rely heavily on the funds for grooming and maintenance that these grants help provide. The FWP Grant requires that our club acquire letters of support every three years. I have enclosed some other letters for your convenience in producing a letter of support.
The Bitterroot Ridgerunners Snowmobile Club continues to provide quality grooming of trails and educational opportunities for outdoor recreational enjoyment for both motorized and non-motorized recreational use. Withoutthe ability to obtain these grants, the quality and quantity of work we do would be greatly reduced. Your support assists us in this endeavor, and we want to thank you for your time commitment and support for our work. Providing these groomed trails give outdoor enthusiasts options/guidance to snowmobile in approved, easier accessed and safer areas. In addition it helps support local businesses by providing outdoor enthusiasts with a variety of groomed trails. The Bitterroot Ridgerunner's will continue to support/educate snowmobilers and other outdoorclubs and individuals in management of all trails both motorized and non-motorized.
The upcoming grant just became available and is closing on March 11th, 2016 and Iwas just formally approved as grant coordinatoron February 17, 2016. As you can see this leaves us a very small window to update all of our letters and scan them into the on-line grant application. We would appreciate if you could send these letters of support in the next few days ifpossible. Below, you will see the new contact information forour grant coordinator. Please send the support letters via email (preferred) or to the mailing address below. Ourformergrant coordinator, Betty Frost, has chosen to pass the task of securing grant money to me (Misty Miles) as she is retiring after many years ofservice. Iwill be looking forward to working with you and other supporters of the BitterrootRidgerunner's Snowmobile Club for the next few years.
Misty Miles
Po Box 155 Conner, Montana 59827 [email protected]
Misty Miles MOMEUM _ _ MontanaDepartment ofTransportation Michael T. Toolev, Director KMmMorvwsPtonriuMUTk ; M(ssouto D&Wc, offfce ™" ^ ^^Govemo; 2100 W Broadway PO Box 7039 Missoula MT 59807-7039
January 27, 2016
Subject: Letter of support for Bitterroot Ridgerunners Snowmobile Club
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN:
The Department of Transportation has a good working partnership with the Bitterroot Ridgerunners Snowmobile club and the Bitterroot National Forest regarding the use of Skalkaho Highway. This highway is closed to four wheel traffic during the winter. The Bitterroot Ridgerunners Club grooms approximately 26 miles of this Skalkaho Highwayin the winter months to provide winter recreation opportunities for all winter enthusiasts from December 1st through March 30* each year. We strongly support the Bitterroot Ridgerunners efforts to obtain additional funding to keep this winter recreation area safe and purposeful to all users during the winter months.
Russ Burt Maintenance Section Person (406V-363-4477 Sharetrails.Org/BlueRibbon Coalition 4555 Burley Drive- Suite A Pocatello, ID 83202-1945 [email protected]
Montana State Parks Recreational Trails Program Attn: Beth Shumate, Trails Program Manager P.O. Box 200701 Helena, MT 59620
February 3, 2016
RE: Bitterroot Ridgerunners Snowmobile Club Application for Trail Grooming Funding
Dear Beth:
The BlueRibbon Coalition (BRC) is a national recreation group that champions responsible recreation and encourages individual environmental stewardship. With members in all 50 states, BRC is focused on building enthusiast involvement with organizational efforts through membership, outreach, education and collaboration among recreationists. We work with land managers to provide recreation opportunities, preserve resources and promote cooperation withother public land users.
BlueRibbon Coalition members use motorized and non-motorized means, including Off-Highway Vehicles (OHV), snowmobiles, equestrian, mountain bikes and hiking to access and enjoy recreating on state and federally managed lands throughout the United States.
This letter is written to inform you of our support, and that of our members, for the Bitterroot Ridgerunners Snowmobile Club's application for trail grooming funding. The Ridgerunners is a well-established organization and has been organized since the 1960s. Theirgroomed trail system is both a recreational and economic benefit to their community as well as the State of Montana. Their groomed trails provide safe snowmobiling areas for all ages of recreationists, and provide a wide variety of winter sports opportunities to the Bitterroot Valley.
Snowmobiling is an environmentally friendly form of recreation which also provides a great economical, physical and mental benefit to the community. We strongly support the Ridgerunners application for trail grooming funding and support the Club's effort to provide access for winter recreationists.
Sincerel
Public Lands Department Manager BlueRibbon Coalition 208-237-1008 ext. 2 Bitterroot Cross-Country Ski Club Box 431 Corvallis, Montana 59828-0431
January 24, 2016
Dear Committee Members:
Re: Letter of Support for a Recreational Trail Program Grant
The Bitterroot Cross-Country Ski Club strongly supports the efforts of the Bitterroot Ridge Runners. Many of our members regularly ski on the roads that are groomed by their Club.
We have a good long-term relationship with the Ridge Runners and share many members. We groom several miles of multi-use trails at Chief Joseph Pass on a weekly basis that are used by area riders to access popular snowmobiling regions in the backcountry.
We hope you will look favorably upon the application of the Bitterroot Ridge Runners for a Recreational Trails Program grant to continue grooming on regular basis.
Sincerely,
/s/ 'Mtctael ^oift
Michael Hoyt, Club President