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Home My WebLink About2022-023-02/15/2022-Supporting an application for a great outdoors Colorado visioning grant relating to a portion of theRESOLUTION 2022-023 OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS SUPPORTING AN APPLICATION FOR A GREAT OUTDOORS COLORADO VISIONING GRANT RELATING TO A PORTION OF THE POUDRE RIVER CORRIDOR WHEREAS,the City’s Park Planning &Development Department is seeking to apply for a grant through Great Outdoors Colorado (“GOCO”)for the GOCO Centennial Visioning Grant (the “Grant”)to develop a specific vision and plan for a portion of the Poudre River corridor consistent with the City’s adopted 2014 Poudre River Downtown Master Plan as well as other applicable City plans;and WHEREAS,the Grant would support the City’s effort to have the Poudre River support a vibrant,cormected,and resilient community while preserving and integrating with the natural environment of the corridor today and for decades to come;and WHEREAS,if awarded the Grant,the City will pursue community outreach efforts with local businesses,environmental groups and other stakeholders and residents,with a focus on marginalized communities and businesses along the North College corridor that may not typically participate in community planning efforts;and WHEREAS,the additional outreach and master planning efforts funded through the visioning stage would enable the City to subsequently apply for an implementation grant of up to $10 million for actions in furtherance of the vision and plan;and WHEREAS,the Grant would provide the City $150,000,with the City providing a match worth up to $170,000;and WHEREAS,the City has identified possible sources of funding for the $170,000 matching contribution,to be determined and finalized with the appropriation of the grant funds,if awarded; arid WHEREAS,Park Planning &Development has prepared and submitted an application for the Grant,a copy of which is attached as Exhibit “A”(“GOCO Visioning Grant Application”), pursuant to which Park Planning &Development would seek a grant of $150,000;and WHEREAS,should GOCO award the City the Grant,City staff will ask the City Council to authorize the City to enter into a grant agreement with GOCO,appropriate the Grant funds and to provide any other necessary authorizations. NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS,that in light of the foregoing,the City Council hereby supports the GOCO Visioning Grant Application. Passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the Council of the City of Fort Collins this 15th day of February,A.D.2022 ATTEST: M/ LC’Ier EXHIBIT A DocuSign Envelope ID OO2D7298-EFO7-4177-B337-DDOA~012B8FA CENTENNIAL PROGRAM -VISIONING AP LICATI N Checklist ~Project Summary Information form ~Responses to Proposal Narrative prompts (please limit narrative responses to pag E Budget* E Resolution from applicant governing body ~Wildlife Review* fl Indication of support (e.g.letters of support from partners,community members,volunteers; summary of media articles,broadcasts,etc.) W Applicants may consider providing the following attachments: E Maps,diagrams,planning documents E Photos ~Timeline* *Please use the template or form provided on the EXHIBIT A DocuSign Envelope ID 00207298-EFO7-4177-B337-DDOAAO12BBFA Park Planning & Development DepartmentCityof215NMasonStFortColLinsFortCdCO80522 Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO)Centennial Program -Visioning Concept Paper Vision and Scope The Cache Ia Poudre River has been the lifeblood of the Fort Collins community for centuries.The original fort was located along the Poudre River,and as the city matured,the river remained the signature defining feature of downtown and the community.With a resurgence of development in both the downtown core and north Fort Collins,the river corridor must evolve into an active,vibrant, sustainable,and resilient community asset.As the backbone of the city,the Poudre River has potential to connect some of Fort Collins’most diverse neighborhoods and businesses.Through significant effort and collaboration with stakeholders and residents, the 2014 Poudre River Downtown Master Plan was prepared,identifying the need to develop different parts of the urban river corridor in distinct ways.The Plan’s primary objectives included flood mitigation,habitat improvements and enhanced recreation. Coordinated planning for infrastructure,ecological enhancement and equitable access will build on the framework created by the master plan and provide multifaceted community benefits. With the assistance of the Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO)Centennial Visioning Grant,the Poudre River will be enabled to support a vibrant,connected and resilient community today and for decades to come.To accomplish this vision,guidance and feedback from all residents,including those who may not normally participate in traditional planning efforts,is essential.The City is respectfully seeking to partner with GOCO,utilizing funds available in the Centennial Visioning Grant,to re-imagine outreach efforts near the river corridor.A participative planning effort allows the City to integrate the community’s desires into the master plan and achieve the goal of creating a sustainable river system that cohesively combines neighboring parks and natural areas to enhance the Poudre River and Downtown corridors. Partners and Stakeholders Park Planning &Development,together with Natural Areas and Utilities departments,will be partnering with the City’s Equity and Inclusion Officer,to better engage priority stakeholders in the planning/development process.With support from GOCO,this project will enable underrepresented community members to identify ways the river corridor can support their quality of life.Guided by their input,the City will be able to create a more inclusive approach towards restoration,recreation,economics,habitat and community.To have all voices heard in this process,including historically marginalized communities,this project’s success will depend upon a wide variety of partnerships,including engagement with: •Neighborhoods:Hickory Village Mobile Home Park,North College Mobile Home Park,Lee Martinez Park neighborhoods, Tres Colonias neighborhoods (Alta Vista,Andersonville,Buckingham),Capitol Hill neighborhoods,Old Town neighborhoods, Legacy Senior Residences •Business Districts:North Fort Collins Business Association,Downtown Development Authority,River District Business Association •Youth:United Way,Teaching Tree Early Childhood Learning Center,Boys and Girls Club of Larimer County,Poudre School District,Colorado State University •Community/Cultural Centers:Farm at Lee Martinez,Northside Aztlan Community Center,Museum of Discovery •Social Services Providers:Catholic Charities/Samaritan House,Fort Collins Rescue Mission,Serve 6.8,New homeless shelter (planning currently underway) •Recreation Advocates:Overland Mountain Biking Association,Trail advocates,whitewater/river advocates,Audubon,Trout Unlimited •Advisory Committees and Boards:Youth Advisory Committee,Commission on Disability,Parks and Recreation Board,Land Conservation and Stewardship Board,Natural Resources Advisory Board,Water Board •Fort Collins Urban Renewal Authority •City Departments:Park Planning &Development,Equity Office,Economic Health,Natural Areas,Parks,FC Moves, Water/Stormwater Utilities,Planning,Traffic,Streets,Engineering,City Give Page 1 of 2 EXHIBIT A Docusign Envelope ID:002D7298-EFO7-4177-B337-DDOMOI2B8FA Park Planning & Development Department City of 215 N Mason StFortCoLLinsFortCoffin~CO 80522 ~planning Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO)Centennial Program -Visioning Concept Paper Vision and Scope The Cache Ia Poudre River has been the lifeblood of the Fort Collins community for centuries.The original fort was located along the Poudre River,and as the city matured,the river remained the signature defining feature of downtown and the community.With a resurgence of development in both the downtown core and north Fort Collins,the river corridor must evolve into an active,vibrant, sustainable,and resilient community asset.As the backbone of the city,the Poudre River has potential to connect some of Fort Collins’most diverse neighborhoods and businesses.Through significant effort and collaboration with stakeholders and residents, the 2014 Poudre River Downtown Master Plan was prepared,identifying the need to develop different parts of the urban river corridor in distinct ways.The Plan’s primary objectives included flood mitigation,habitat improvements and enhanced recreation. Coordinated planning for infrastructure,ecological enhancement and equitable access will build on the framework created by the master plan and provide multifaceted community benefits. With the assistance of the Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO)Centennial Visioning Grant,the Poudre River will be enabled to support a vibrant,connected and resilient community today and for decades to come.To accomplish this vision,guidance and feedback from all residents,including those who may not normally participate in traditional planning efforts,is essential.The City is respectfully seeking to partner with GOCO,utilizing funds available in the Centennial Visioning Grant,to re-imagine outreach efforts near the river corridor.A participative planning effort allows the City to integrate the community’s desires into the master plan and achieve the goal of creating a sustainable river system that cohesively combines neighboring parks and natural areas to enhance the Poudre River and Downtown corridors. Partners and Stakeholders Park Planning &Development,together with Natural Areas and Utilities departments,will be partnering with the City’s Equity and Inclusion Officer,to better engage priority stakeholders in the planning/development process.With support from GOCO,this project will enable underrepresented community members to identify ways the river corridor can support their quality of life.Guided by their input,the City will be able to create a more inclusive approach towards restoration,recreation,economics,habitat and community.To have all voices heard in this process,including historically marginalized communities,this project’s success will depend upon a wide variety of partnerships,including engagement with: •Neighborhoods:Hickory Village Mobile Home Park,North College Mobile Home Park,Lee Martinez Park neighborhoods, Tres Colonias neighborhoods (Alta Vista,Andersonville,Buckingham),Capitol Hill neighborhoods,Old Town neighborhoods, Legacy Senior Residences •Business Districts:North Fort Collins Business Association,Downtown Development Authority,River District Business Association •Youth:United Way,Teaching Tree Early Childhood Learning Center,Boys and Girls Club of Larimer County,Poudre School District,Colorado State University •Community/Cultural Centers:Farm at Lee Martinez,Northside Aztlan Community Center,Museum of Discovery •Social 5ervices Providers:Catholic Charities/Samaritan House,Fort Collins Rescue Mission,Serve 6.8,New homeless shelter (planning currently underway) •Recreation Advocates:Overland Mountain Biking Association,Trail advocates,whitewater/river advocates,Audubon,Trout Unlimited •Advisory Committees and Boards:Youth Advisory Committee,Commission on Disability,Parks and Recreation Board,Land Conservation and Stewardship Board,Natural Resources Advisory Board,Water Board •ron Collins Urban Renewal Authority •City Departments:Park Planning &Development,Equity Office,Economic Health,Natural Areas,Parks,FC Moves, Water/Stormwater Utilities,Planning,Traffic,Streets,Engineering,City Give Page 1 of 2 EXHIBITADocuSignEnvelopeID002D7298-EFO7-4177-B337-DDOkkOI2B8FANWBUSINESSDISTRICT&NEIGHBORHOODSIMPROVEMENTAREACONTEXTANDSTAKEHOLDERSMAPSWNEIGHBORHOODSENTRYWAYCORRIDORSUBDISTRICT(ftbHISTORICCOREDISTRICTINNOVATIONSUBDISTRICT9RIVERCORRIDORSUBDISTRICTaRIVERSUBDISTRICTIMPROVEMENTAREA995VineDr999:1CherrySt1BoysandGirlsClubofLarimerCountyMapleSt2CaoitalHillHeighborhood3TheFarmatLeeMartinezCommunityParkLeporteAve4unitedWayofLarime,CountyIIISMuseumofDiscoverySTeachingTreeearlyChildhoodLearningcenterMountainAvea7NorthsideAztlanCommunityCenterIIIBLegacySeniorResidencesOakSt3IGustavSwansonHaturalAreaOliveSt—10RiverDistrictBusinessAssociation11TretColoniasMeighborhoodsMagnoliaSt12MorthFortCollinsBusinessAssociation13HickoryVillageMobileHomePark14HorthCollegeMobileHomePark*HistoricFortCollinsFortsiteFortCoLLinsLaurelSt EXHIBIT A DocuSign Envelope ID:00207298-EFO7-4177-B337-DDOAAOI2B8FA Site Photos of the Improvement Area -GOCO Visioning Grant ~Legacy Park site parking area looking towards Riven Edge Natural Area.Opportunity tore imagine Legacy Park site with improved recreational opportunities benefiting nearby marginalized neighborhoods,restore and improve the floodplain and enhance natural systems 0 along the river corridor. ~i..9 Poudre River adjacent to Legacy Park site.Opportunity to enhance river safety,recreation,and access, accommodate needed utility infrastructure improvements NO and create a more resilient river edge and floodplain. ACCESS Underutilized industrial properties along Vine Drive. Opportunity to promote new economic growth and development of North College businesses and neighborhoods through a holistic public space network of parks and open space along the river corridor. ‘A Temporary art installation south of Heritage Mobile Home Park adjacent to Soft Gold Park.Opportunity for unique cultural expressions and integration of marginalized populations near the Poudre River corridor, providing new recreational opportunities and connections for these communities. DocuSan Envelop.ID.OO2D225EFO74177.5127.000MOI2BIFA EXH BIT A PROJECT BUDGEI I ISotarce of Funds I Date Secured CASH IN’IGND loaco Grunt Overl.nd Mountain lilting Association 11011 loty of Fort ColIns UtilitIrs 12021 1021 2022 Cost Pee UnIt TOTAL SOURCA OF FUNDS Cliv of Fort Collins Park Planning & Development D.parnntnt City of Fort Collins Equity and Inclusion Of lice I of UnIts Cost Per UnIt n/a n/f $5,000.00 CASH C.tnsrP Community oestreach/vblonlng River hydrwalc modelIng Lila of Cash Funds tr’insginrd community outreach to traditionally margin.ilted neitbhortsoods. Outreach methods nay Include tood truck rentals,neiifsborhond workshops, si.brholdrr commits~meetings,mailers, social media,etc. Pr.tminary hydraulic mod.lint and steeamflove en~lneer Ing necesnary to river corrIdor for Improved recreatIon and onhan cod restoration opportunitIes Advanclnt conmunity nerds through an Integrated metier plan,with a focus on Improved economics ‘or local business and Increased recreational opportunit Its and Isle by traditionally maroinutted n&ehborhoods n ear the river corridor Mast.,pl.nning/leanlbillty assessment of a mountain bike park anacsmpon.nl sEa holistic river lark system In/near downtown Contractor cost estimate and constructabitty analysis Invent nry and anstynlscelatrdtolnstream dineralon str~litres~river q ow and utility Infrastructure Imorovements 0000 Funds I ApplIcant I Pictner Funds I Total FundIng $1S0,~.00I SlS0,~.0c $io,000.osI 510,000.00 5050.000.001 5150.000,00 $150,000.00 GOCO Funds Sl5.~.00 550.~,00 00CC Funds $5,000.00 Applicant Funds 55,000.00 $165,000.00 ApplIcant Funds $Sc000.00 Qumuletlve Ptnar Funds $5,000.00 S5,~.0c $320,000.00 Mont.,pleralng Mountain bAt park fesitsitty Cost intImating Poudre RIver loln.tnacnore fe.dblty USE OF FUNDS’CASH SUBTOTAl, $9S.~.C0 $l0,~,E0 $050,000.00 $0.00 510,000.00 5iso.~.oc $160,000.00 Total Funding 505,000.00 $30,000.00 $95,000.00 10,0010.00 500.000,00 150,~.00 $310,000.00 Total FundIng $5,000.00 510,000.00 Contingency -up to 10%(not requIred,cannot be GOCO funds) Ccntiopnny USE OF FUNDS -CONTINGENCY SUBTOTAL 00C0 Funda ApplIcant Funds $0.00 CIa mu latin Partner Funds $0.00 Total Funding 50.00 $0.00 TOTAL PROJECT COST I fl50,000,001 55,000,001 $165r000001 $320r000001 Remember the Total Prolect Cost row must equal the Total Source of Funds row MAIDS SUMMARY Actual Overal Match (%ban.d on total cost) Ovesatl Match (S based or total cost) INmND Category Ut.of In-KInd Fundo CommunIty oetreech/vblonlarg N of UnIts City Equity Officer will guide outreach efforts to traditionally matglnallyed commoniti~ near the rIse,cot rldor Commun~otatr..ch/rbIonb.gS mint.,planting n/a Osmulitlre Partner Funds The Park Ftannint &Ornrlopment Department will faclllta It the prolecs including stalseholder outreach,cIty department coordination,community ott treucly and master FbnnInge~onns USE 0$FUNDS’IN-IOND SUBTOTAL 55.000,00 $5,000.00 r EXHIBIT A DocuSign Envelope ID 002D7298-EFO7-41 77-B337-000MOI 2BOFA COLORADO PARKS S WILDLIFE WILD I EREVIE The applicant is responsible for addressing any environmental impacts associated with the project,including securing all necessary permits,licenses,clearances,and environmental analysis necessary to comply with local,state,or federal law. Applicant Name:Matthew Day!City of Fort Collins Email:Mday@fcgov.com Title:Sr Landscape Architect,Park Planning an Phone:970.218.4926 Please consult with your local Colorado Parks &Wildlife (CPW)District or Area Manager to complete the table below and associated narrative questions as appropriate. CPW Representative Name:Jason Surface Email:Jason.surface@state.co.us Title:Area Wildlife Manager Area 4:Fort ColOr Phone:970.472.4315 IZ CPW representative,check this box if no significant environmental considerations exist and skip the remainder of the form. EXHIBIT A Docusign Envelope ID:002D7298-EFO7-4177-B337 DDOAAOI2BOFA r~ GREAT OUTDOORS COLORADO BENEFIT Please describe any anticipated positive impacts on wildlife and/or sensitive species (consider habitat improvement such as restoration of native habitat,wetlands restoration, erosion reduction,sediment reduction,river corridor clean-up,or plantings with a diversity of species and plant types for habitat restoration,and the reduction or elimination of non-native plant species;education of users through environmental education programs,opportunities for “watchable wildlife,”and wildlife im act monitoring). ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE The applicant is responsible for adhering to all applicable environmental compliance regulations including,but not limited to Migratory Bird Treaty Act; concurrence with US Fish and Wildlife Service if any federally listed species of concern exist in project area;Clean Water Act section 404;US Army Corps of Engineers 404 permits;captor buffer guidelines and incorporation of CPW recommended wildlife best management practices;CO Senate Bill 40 (33-5-101-107,CRS 1973 as amended);Colorado Historical,Prehistoric and Archeological Resources Act. r r EXHIBIT A Docusign Envelope ID 002D7298-EFO7-4177-B337-000AAOI2B8FA •. AREA 4 Eon Collins Ohio. ~S70l 472-4200317W.Pro.p.ct d AREAS AREAS * 01-255 ISO I md Monirots OflIc.- (5101 2524000 501111.TOWIIHOd Av.* AREA IS r * AREA 1,1 AREA 17 AREA/il AREA ~*Mont./ ‘II)SIlt000I*01224611111 Rd I E tr~ r r EXHIBIT A DocuSign Envelope ID 002D7298-EFO7-4177-B337-DDOfrAO12BSFA GINGER ui4 BAKER FORT COLLINS,COLORADO As major donors to the Whitewater Park,we have experienced the benefit of increased tourism in the area and growth in our business.Fort Collins now attracts another sector of the outdoor, water-sports visitor and can look forward to the continued improvement of our downtown river space.As a business in the River District,we believe restoring natural spaces,enhancing access to the Poudre River and ensuring beautiful,safe spaces for our community and our visitors enhances the sustainability of our community and allows us to engage everyone in the values we hold dear:friendliness,equal access,engagement,support for all sectors of our community,historic preservation and protecting the natural environment. We believe further investment in the downtown Poudre River core,to transform it,is required to maintain our commitment as a community to leave vibrant,enduring community spaces for future generations.We appreciate your diligent consideration of the opportunity this project offers for the GOCO Centennial Grant Program to achieve its goals and make a difference that lasts for generations. Respectfully submitted, Jack and Ginger Graham - Owners Celebrating Fort Collins’Histoiy,Community,Creativity and Pie! 359 Linden Street I Fort Collins Colorado 80524 1(970)223-PIES (743~)I wwwGingerandBaker.com r r EXHIBIT A Docusign Envelope ID 002D7290-EFO7-4177-B337-DDOAAO1 2B8FA overland MOUNTAIN BIKE ASSOCIATION Great Outdoors Colorado Centennial Grant Program 1900 Grant St,Suite 725 Denver,CO 80203 December 15,2021 Re:City of Fort Collins’GOCO Centennial Grant Poudre River Project Dear Great Outdoors Colorado: The Overland Mountain Bike Association (OMBA)would like to enthusiastically support the GOCO Centennial Grant proposal being submitted by the City of Fort Collins.This much needed project will allow development of a unified master plan and vision for our community’s downtown river corridor.As a local nonprofit organization with a mission focused on improving outdoor recreation opportunities throughout the region,this project is of very high value to us and our 750+members. Specifically,the potential of a new world-class bike park in the heart of our downtown river corridor is a project that would rally our active and engaged bicycling community like no other Furthermore,this downtown area location would improve access to high quality outdoor recreation opportunities to several historically underserved communities.Bicycling is known to be the #1 outdoor recreation activity for youth and has proven to be an inviting way to contribute to their healthy 1db habits.Creating (hose new opportunities for youth will provide them with ncw connections to trails,to outdoor recreation,to nature,to parks,and to our broader community.Since those actively recreating in the great outdoors are the ones most likely to protect it,we see this as an opportunity to develop a new generation of outdoor stewards.We are excited to support this project as it will contribute to the revitalization of the downtown river corridor in concert with other natural systems, stormwater,and recreation enhancements. In partnership with multiple regional nonprofit trail groups and land managing agencies,OMBA is strongly committed to bringing high-quaLity,sustainable,fin multi-use trail experiences to our region.Getting more kids,of all ages,recreating outdoors is of great benefit to our community.A new bike park,integrated into the downtown park systcm,would enhance our downtown river corridor as a true outdoor recreation hub within our community.Having resources in such close proximity to our downtown area will be a boon to many local businesses and will have a positive impact on our community’s vitality and quality of li~b. Overland Mountain Bike Association strongly supports this giant application,and we look forward to collaborating on the project however possible.This includes a commitment of up to $10,000 in financial support.Thank you for your consideration of this great project Sinceit~~, Kenneth Bearden Executive Director -Overland Mountain Bike Association r r EXHIBIT A DocuSign Envelope ID:002D7298-EFO7-41 77-B337-000MO1 2BOFA Fort ColLins Great Outdoors Colorado: The Fort Collins Parks and Recreation Advisory Board strongly endorses the City of Fort Collins’application for GOCO Centennial Grant Program.This grant will assist our community in a unified master plan and vision for the downtown Fort Collins Poudre River corridor.As members of the Parks and Recreation advisory board,we are excited to see the river core transformed into a meaningful,equitable,and connected public space for all Fort Collins residents and businesses. A GOCO Centennial Grant will allow the City of Fort Collins to continue its work to improve the Poudre River corridor,as defined by the City’s 2014 Poudre River Master Plan and the recently completed Reach 4 Feasibility Study.By promoting a unified master plan and vision for this important public space,GOCO will not only invest its resources in outdoor recreation opportunities,such as those currently offered through the Poudre River Whitewater Park,but an enhanced quality of life for residents of northern Colorado.The downtown river corridor borders a diverse mix of business and residential areas that will all benefit from an increase in access to outdoor opportunities provided through the river.A unified master plan and vision for the river corridor will help to mitigate short-and long-term impacts to the river,particularly from wildfire and storm runoff,and protect water quality and natural habitat for aquatic life. We are optimistic that through enhanced community outreach and engagement,the downtown Poudre River corridor can be transformed into a vibrant,enduring community space for downtown Fort Collins and the entire city. Thank you for your vital,ongoing support to preserve and enhance parks,trails,wildlife, riversand open space across our state,and in particular,in the City of Fort Collins. Sincerely, Catherine Carabetta Ken Christensen Chair,Parks and Recreation Board Co-Chair,Parks and Recreation BoardCity of Fort Collins City of Fort Collins