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7.a)2) SHIP Community Partners Project Grant Application Meeting Date: 10/19/2010 Agenda Item: �— �� � � �� City Council Agenda Report City of Scandia 14727 209�' St. North Scandia, MN 55073 (651) 433-2274 Action Requested: Authorize application for a SHIP (Statewide Health Improvement Program) grant in the amount of$3,920 for preparation of a Trails Master Plan, as recommended by the Park and Recreation Committee. Deadline/ Timeline: Pre-applications were due October 1, 2010; applications are due ' October 29, 2010; funds must be spent by June 30, 2011. Background: • The city has an opportunity to apply for up to $4,000 in Community Partner Project grant funds as part of the Statewide Health Improvement Program (SHIP) administered by the Washington County Department of Public Health and Environment. Funds will be awarded for projects that increase opportunities for non-motorized transportation and/or increase access to community recreation activities. A local funding match is not required. • Information on the grant was received after the September Council meeting, and pre-applications were due prior to the October Park and Recreation Committee meeting. Staff took the liberty of submitting the required pre-application for a project to prepare a Trails Master Plan. • The 2006 Parks Plan and the adopted 2009 Comprehensive Plan include a goal to "develop a trail and bicycle route master plan, including identifying a search area for a trail connection between William O'Brien State Park and Big Marine Regional Park Reserve." (See Goal 1, page 4-8 of Parks Plan adopted July 18, 2006 and Parks and Trails Goal 6, page 144 of Comprehensive Plan adopted March 17, 2009.) • The Park and Recreation Committee reviewed the pre-application at their October 4 meeting, and recommended that the City proceed with an application. • Staff has learned that, based on the pre-application and the amount of funds available, it is very likely that Scandia will be awarded a grant. • Grant funds would be used to hire the city's consulting planner/ Page 1 of 2 10/12/10 landscape architect to work with the Park and Recreation Committee and the Friends of Scandia Park and Trails to develop a Master Plan and Trails Maps, and a brochure for residents and visitors. Recommendation: I recommend that the Council authorize submission of the SHIP grant application. Attachments/ • Memorandum dated Septemberl7, 2010 from Washington County Materials provided: Deparhnent of Public Health and Environment • Draft Grant Application Contact(s): Prepared by: Anne Hurlburt, Administrator (SHIP grant application) Page 2 of 2 10/12/10 �as�g�n iNINNl-�SC)TA'S VI S ION SH1P �County , , , s,,.,�,. ,,, .,,;�,.,�.. . ........ . .. �,l. ,�,. ,.;,,. "Living Healthy in Washington County" DATE: September 17, 2010 TO: Administrator/Clerks/Community Representative/Planner/Engineer/Parks FROM: Lowell R. Johnson, Director Washington County Department of Public Health and Environment RE: Community Partner Project Funding Washington County Department of Public Health and Environment is pleased to announce an opportunity for cities, townships, and communities to receive Community Partner Project funding as part of the Statewide Health Improvement Program (SHIP) grant. SHIP is an integral part of Minnesota's nation-leading 2008 health reform law, strives to help Minnesotans lead longer, healthier lives by preventing the chronic disease risk factors of tobacco use and exposure, poor nutrition and physical inactivity. Many Americans live in places where getting the recommended amount of physical activity is difficult; in most communities, even the most trivial errand requires use of a vehicle. Funds will be awarded to aid in increasing opportunities for non-motorized transportation and/or increasing access to community recreation facilities. Funding is competitive and eight applications are expected to be awarded. Funding requirements: • One application per city or township • Applicants may request up to $4,000 • Proposal must be submitted by a City or Township located in Washington County • Actions must be geared toward sustainable changes in policy, systems, and/or environments • Actions must address physical activity (an obesity prevention strategy) • The pre-application form is due October 1, 2010 • SHIP funds must be spent by June 30, 2011 • Applications must be received by October 29, 2010 at 4:30 p.m. Consideration will be given to applications with: • Changes available to the maximum number of community members, diverse or low-income populations; or • Collaboration between cities, townships, and community organizations, i.e. schools, parks etc. A detailed list of fundable projects is included in the pre-application form. If your community is interested in applying for funding, please fill out the attached pre- application form and fax or email it by 4:30 p.m. on October l, 2010, to: Christine Fennern Washington County Department of Public Health and Environment Chris.Fennern(�a,co.washin�ton.mn.us ' FAX—651-430-6730 A faxed or emailed copy of the final, completed application is due by 4:30 p.m. on October 29, 2010 to the contact above. Email any questions about the project or application forms to Ann Pung-Terwedo, Senior Planner at Ann.Pung-Terwedo(�a,co.washington.mn.us Thank you for your consideration and we look forward to working with you in the future. Enc: Pre-application form Application form • MINNESOTA'S Was gton N � SHIP ....,._. I S I�j , I Stuteu�ic�I�rc�lth I�r�jnz�rk�ui<•i�1 Pr7igruva �y/cO���� �1 13rttei�.St<ite�f)�cvllf� SHIP Community Partner Project Application Form "Living Healthy in Washington County" Community Name City of Scandia Contact Person Anne Hurlburt, City Administrator Address 14727—209 Street N Ciry Scandia Zip 55073 Phone (651) 433-2274 Fax (651) 433-5112 E-Mail a.hurlburt@ci.scandia.mn.us ' i 1 � � Provide a brief description of your project. What specific dollar amount is requested? What will ou use the intended funds to do? The City Scandia is requesting funds to develop a Trails Master Plan for the community. The plan would identify trail corridors for bicycles and pedestrians linking key destinations in the community. It would include identifying a conceptual route for a trail connection between William O'Brien State Park and Big Marine Park Reserve, and well as trails connecting other destinations and existing and proposed trails in the City. The City is requesting $3,920. The funding will be used to develop the Master Plan and Trails Map, and a brochure for residents/visitors. The City is proposing to use a consulting planner/landscape architect to work with its Park and Recreation Committee and the Friends of Scandia Parks and Trails to develop the Master Plan, GIS map and brochure. Why is this project needed in your organization/community? Please include any supporting data here. The need for the Trails Master Plan was identified in the City's 2006 Parks Plan and its adopted 2030 Comprehensive Plan, completed in 2009. The City of Scandia includes significant state and county parks, its historic village, and the St. Croix River. Over 200,000 people visited William O'Brien State Park, and over 154,000 people visited Big Marine Park Reserve in 2009. Visitors to the City and community residents would benefit from the development of trail connections linking these key recreation areas and other destinations in the community. An existing pedestrian/bike trail follows Trunk Highway 95 along the St. Croix River, but no other trails have been developed in the City. Creation of the Master Plan will enable the City to seek funding and work in partnership with other organizations to develop a network of trails to serve residents and visitors. Development of the trails system has the potential to improve the health of residents and park visitors, provide additional recreational op ortunities, and sup ort the City's economy through ex anded tourism. What are the goals and objectives of your project? 1. Develop a Trail Master Plan and Map to identify key trail connections for bicyclists and pedestrians in Scandia 2. Identify and make connections to existing and proposed regional trails 3. Develop a brochure for visitors and residents that promotes the use of existing trails 4. Complete the Trail Master Plan that will allow the City to seek grant funds and develop partnerships to create the trail system. Describe how your project will incorporate policy,systems, or environmental change(brief narrative). The creation of the Master Plan will implement recommendations identified in the City's 2006 Parks Plan and its adopted 2030 Comprehensive Plan. The City will incorporate county and regional trail plans and maps as it develops its Master Plan. The City will also utilized the information on natural resources, cultural resources, and significant viewsheds developed for its comprehensive plan to develop the Master Plan, showcase and protect key local resources. 1 � , i 1 List the staff or people who will be working on this project. What will their roles be in this ro'ect? Anne Hurlburt, City Administrator—overall project management City Park and Recreation Committee—serve as project advisory committee for development of the Master Plan Friends of Scandia Parks and Trails—nonprofit group that will participate with the Parks and Trails Committee to provide information and develop the Master Plan Sherri Buss, RLA and senior planner, TKDA—City's planning and landscape architecture consultant who will facilitate advisory committee meetings and development of the plan, and create the project products--GIS map, plan text, and brochure � � � Briefl describe the ro'ect location. The City of Scandia is located in northern Washington County. The City includes William O'Brien State Park, Big Marine Park Reserve, several city parks, a historic village, and several miles of St. Croix River shoreline. Its 2030 Comprehensive Plan identified large areas of important natural resources, significant historic and cultural resources, and key viewsheds in the City. The City has an attractive rural landscape that showcases the natural and cultural history of Washington County. The Washington County Comprehensive Plan also identifies several existing and proposed county and regional trails that traverse Scandia. This project will identify a trails master plan that will connect the significant recreational resources, natural and scenic areas, and historic village to benefit residents, businesses and the community as a whole. � 1 • � � . � Who is the target population? What community needs of this population will be addressed by the ro'ect? The Metropolitan Council estimated that Scandia's population was 4,210 in 2007. The Council expects that the City's population will be 5,400 in 2030. This project has the potential to benefit all city residents by creating a community-wide trail system. William O'Brien State Park received over 200,000 visitors in 2009, and Big Marine Park Reserve received over 150,000. Use of regional parks is growing as Metro Area residents stay closer to the region to recreate. This project could also benefit a significant number of visitors who could bike between parks or among the key destinations within Scandia. � � . � Describe how ou lan to brin eo le to ether to lan and/or im lement this ro'ect. The city will use its City's Park and Recreation committee as the advisory committee for this project, and will invite the Friends of Scandia Parks and Trails to join the committee in this effort. The Master Plan will also be discussed and approved by the City Council. The City will utilize information from Washington County and the Minnesota DNR to assist with development of the plan. As needed, we will consult with these organizations to discuss development of the plan. Please list any agency, group,or individual that 6as already committed to working with you and what the will be contributin to the ro'ect. Friends of Scandia Parks and Trails has completed some concept planning for a trail that could link the Gateway Trail to William O'Brien. They have also been involved with the State of Minnesota parks and Trails Council on cooperative planning. The Friends will contribute the information that they have developed and collected to this project. Please identify how you will work to sustain the SHIP project beyond the initial project funding. Include any other funding or support available and any other grants or opportunities you are considerin . The City will utilize park dedication funds to help to develop trails. The City will also utilize the Master Plan to seek grant funds and partner with other organizations to seek grants when available. Return completed application by October 1, 2010 via E-Mail or Fax to: Christine Fennern Washington County Department of Public Health and Environment chris.fennern(�a,co.washington.mn.us Fax: 651-430-6730 If you need assistance due to disability or language barrier pleaseca11651-430-6001 (7TY651-430-6246) AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER The Statewide Health Improvement Program(SHIP),an integral part of Minnesota's nation-leading 2008 health reform law,strives to help Minnesotans lead longer,healthier lives by preventing the chronic disease risk factors of tobacco use and exposure,poor nutrition and physical inactivity.For more information,visit http://www.health.state.mn.us/healthreform/ship.