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HomeMy WebLinkAboutIDOT-Shaulis Road Trail Extention - 6/25/2018�^ Form 240002 (04-18) PROJECT APPLICATION IOWA STATE RECREATIONAL TRAILS (SRT) PROGRAM GENERAL INFORMATION Applicant Agency: City of Waterloo Contact Person (Name and Title): Jeff Bates, Associate Engineer Street Address and/or Box Number: 517 Mulberry Street City: Waterloo Telephone Number: 319-231-4312 State: IA ZIP Code: 50703 E-mail: jeffbales�waterloo-ia.org 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: Contact Person (Name and Title):_ Street Address and/or Box Number: City: Telephone Number: PROJECT INFORMATION Project Title Shaulis Road Trail Extension Project Description (including length): E-mail: Siate: ZIP Code: This application provides for the continued expansion of the Shaulis Road "frail. The project will extend the Shaulis Road Trail 0.7 miles westward from the Cedar Valley Nature Trail to Cedar Terrace Drive. The trail will run parallel to the north side of the roadway. The proposed design includes a 10 -foot -wide PCC surface with two -foot earth shoulders. The trail will be offset at least six feet from Shautis Road. ECONOMIC IMPACT INFORMATION Type of Project: Acquisition - number of acres _ © Development Combination - number of acres Exhibit A-1 ECONOMIC IMPACT INFORMATION (continued) Total Cost: $5935000.00 SRT Fund Request: $119,000.00 Applicant Match (25 percent minimum): $474,000.00 Match Source Amount Assured or Anticipated (Dale Anticipated) Black Hawk County MPO TAP $474,000.00 Assured (FY 2020) Black Hawk County MPO Transportation Alternatives Program. $474,000 is programmed in FY 2020. Are any state funds involved in this project? ❑Yes ❑e No If Yes, please explain the source and conditions: Are any other Federal funds involved in this project?: ❑® Yes ❑ No If Yes, please explain the source and conditions: Black Hawk County MPO Transportation Alternatives Program. $474,000 is programmed in FY 2020. ESTIMATED PROJECT DEVELOPMENT SCHEDULE Design Start Date: Oct 1, 2019 Completion Date: Sep 1, 2020 Land acquisition Start Date: May 1, 2020 Completion Date: Sep 1, 2020 Construction Start Date: Mar 1, 2021 Completion Date: Sep I, 2021 Has any part of this project been, started?: ❑ Yes g No If Yes, please explain: Do you intend to charge a fee to users?: ❑Yes ❑. No If Yes, how much? Exhibit A-2 REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION AND NARRATIVE INFORMATION The following documents and narratives must be submitted with this application. In the upper right corner of each document or narrative write the corresponding letter shown below. © A. A NARRATIVE assessing the project selection criteria attached to this application. In addition to addressing the questions attached, the narrative should assess the existing conditions, outline the concept of the proposed project, and provide 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 areawide, local, regional, or statewide plan. Q B. A MAP identifying the location of the project - an optional mapping application tool is available for your use at: www.sysplan.dot.state. ia. us/fedstae_rectrails.htm. ❑X C. A CROSS SECTION of the proposed trail project (if appropriate). ❑X D. ASKETCH PLAN of the trail project. © E. An ITEMIZED BREAKDOWN of the total project costs. This documentation does not need to be a detailed, line -item type estimate. However, it must accomplish two objectives: 1) it must show the method by which the cost estimate was prepared; and 2) it must enable a reviewer to determine if the cost estimate is reasonable. The manner in which these objectives are achieved may vary widely depending on the type, scope, and complexity of the project. Absent a fully itemized list of costs, some general guidelines for possible methods of estimating each type of project cost are provided on Attachment A. Q F. A TIME SCHEDULE for the total project development. G. An OFFICIAL ENDORSEMENT of the trail proposal from the authority to be responsible for the maintenance and operation. The authority must provide written assurance 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. For cities, counties, or other political subdivisions, this should be in the form of a fully executed resolution by the elected body or board as applicable. ® H. A NARRATIVE discussing the extent to which adjacent property owners have been informed of the proposed project and an assessment of their acceptance. I. Completed MINORITY IMPACT STATEMENT attached to application. The award of State Recreational Trails funds; any subsequent funding, or letting of contracts for design, construction, reconstructionI 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 314.2, 362.5, or 331.342. Any award of funding or any letting of a contract in violation of the foregoing provisions shall invalidate the award of State Recreational Trails funding and authorize a complete recovery of any funds previously disbursed. Certification To the best of my knowledge and belief, all information included in this application is true and accurate, including the commitment oI 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 Iowa Department of Transportation is required prior to the authorization of funds. Representing the of Waterloo (11 —a5- Ig Date Ip-c;:DS�lire Date PROJECT SELECTION CRITERIA POINT SYSTEM IOWA STATE RECREATIONAL TRAILS (SRT) PROGRAM EVALUATION AND APPROVAL The Iowa Department of Transportation shall evaluate each complete application primarily on the basis of whether the trail justifies the construction and maintenance costs, including, but not limited to, the following criteria. 1. Define need, in terms of the population to be served and existing trails in the area. (25 points) here is high demand for long and continuous recreational trails. The Shaulis Road Trail is part of the Waterloo/ edar Falls metropolitan trail system which is one of the most comprehensive trail networks in the state. The etr•opolitan trail system encompasses over 100 miles of hard -surface trails, and the Shaulis Road Trail will ltimately span 7.7 miles in length. With the connection to the Cedar Valley Nature Trail, outdoor enthusiasts will ave direct access to an additional 52 miles of trail. The Shaulis Road Trail will also be a substantial segment of a 1 -mile trail loop around Waterloo which features two segments of the American Discovery Trail — Cedar Valley ature Trail and U.S. Highway 63 Trail. This has the potential to attract users from throughout the Midwest. The number oFpeople currently benefiting from the Cedar Valley Trail Network is substantial. Four tt•ail counters were installed around the metropolitan area in 2017 and have been capturing trips for an entire year. On average, there were 625 daily trips between the four count locations, or approximately 228,000 trips throughout the year. As it serves as the southern trail corridor for the Cedar Valley, use of the Shaulis Road Trail is substantial and expected to increase with the trail extensions. 2. Describe the compatibility with local, areawide, regional, or statewide plans. (10 points) Shaulis Road Trail project is supported by the following planning documents: 2013 State Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP) Iowa Trails 2000 Black Hawk County 2016-2020 Resourced Enhancement and Protection (REAP) Plan Black Hawk County Metropolitan Area 2040 Bicycle Accommodation Plan Blue Zones Project by Healthways Healthy Iowans: Iowa's Health hnprovement Plan 2017-2021 Iowa in Motion 2045 Review Attachment A -Narrative, pages 4-7, for further information on how the proposed projeot meets the goals identified in these plans. 3I Describe the nenenm of mu o ipre uses ann recreanonar trail will provide an ideal place for residents and visitors to experience outdoor recreational activities including ;ing, running, bicycling, and inline skating. Users of the Shaulis Road Trail also have access to the extensive opolitan trail system by connections to the Cedar Valley Nature Trail and U.S. Highway 63 Trail. e Shaulis Road Trail helps enhance the quality of life for individuals in Waterloo and surrounding communities, well as visitors frequenting the area. In particular, the trail provides a safe, accessible, and enjoyable place for cple to exercise and enjoy the great outdoors. While the proposed project cannot guarantee to reduce obesity es, the project helps provide the infrastructure needed to facilitate healthy behavior, project will have a positive impact on public health and safety. Waterloo is a certified Blue Zones community. extension of the Shaulis Road Trail is in line with the Blue Zones goal of creating Complete Streets which mmodate all users of the roadway. The Shaulis Road Trail will allow individuals who live and work near the to commute to work by walking or bicycling. Aside from the positive economic impact of saving money, iduals who walk or bicycle to work improve their own health by engaging in physical activity during their extension of the Shaulis Road Trail will provide a safer alternative for users. The absence of any bicycle or strian infrastructure along Shaulis Road is a hazard in itself which will be mitigated by this project. Shaulis 3 is a two -land street with a moderate volume of vehicles (2,000 — 4,000 AADT) traveling up to 45 mph. nding the Shaulis Road Trail westward will provide users with a much safer alternative for walking or 4. Define the quality of the site. (25 points) The project will be situated along the nort h side of Shaulis Road. The majority of the project will reside in the existing right-of-way, and acquisition will be minimal. The Shaulis Road corridor itself features rolling hills with no major directional shifts. The majority of the trail runs adjacent to farmland and residential neighborhoods with a small section along the front of the waterpark. Much of the adjacent land is designated agricultural or residential with a small amount designated commercial around the waterpark, casino, and campground. Yh the connection to the Cedar Valley Nature Trail, people using the proposed project will have direct access to additional 52 miles of tail. The Shaulis Road Trail will also be a substantial segment of a 21 -mile tail loop and Waterloo which features two segments of the American Discovery Trail — Cedar Valley Nature Trail and i. Highway 63 Trail. This has the potential to attract users from throughout the Midwest. project has many different socioeconomic benefits. The trail will be fi•equented by users of all ages and skill Is for recreation, particularly walking, running, bicycling, and inline skating. Another benefit of the proposed ect is the significant elderly population it will serve. According to the 2012-2016 American Community rey 5 -Year Estimates (ACS), the potion of the population 65 years and older in Waterloo is 15 percent. The ect will also benefit all intone levels, as use of the entire metropolitan trail network is free. According to the i, 17 percent of families in Waterloo have an income below the poverty level. 5I Describe the economic benefits to the local area. (10 points) The extension of the Shaulis Road Trail will increase the attractiveness of the trail corridor and will result in increased usage of the Cedar Valley Trail Network as a whole. Users will have direct access to a variety of recreational venues along the trail network. This includes the KOA Campground, Lost Island Waterpark, Isle of Capri Casino, two local parks, and the Cedar Valley Nature Trail. With its connection to the extensive metropolitan trail network, users will also have direct access to Riverview Recreation Area, George Wyth State Park, Big Woods Lake Recreation Area, Black Hawk Park, Hartman Reserve, Prairie Lakes Park, and the Katoski Greenbelt. In addition, visitors will find numerous cultural venues in close proximity to the Shaulis Road Trail including the Grout Museum District, Cedar River Plaza and Amphitheatre, Mark's Park Splashpad, Sullivan Brothers Iowa Veterans Museum, Phelps Youth Pavilion, Waterloo Center for the Ails, and Dan Gable International Wrestling Institute and Museum. Trail users can also enjoy the numerous amenities and shopping opportunities in nearby downtown Waterloo, study was completed in the fall of 201 I by the University of Northern Iowa to look at the economic and health pacts of bicycling in Iowa. The report, `Economic and Health Benefits of Bicycling in Iowa", estimated that reational riders spend approximately $1,208 per travel party on bicycle -related activities in Iowa. Considering number of users that frequent the Cedar Valley Trail Network, the amount of potential revenue for the area is 6. Describe the special facilities for disabled users. (5 points) The hard -surface trail will be designed to ensure accessibility by all users. The ten -foot -wide hail will provide ample space for two wheelchairs to pass by in opposite direction, or for someone who is wheelchair bound to turn around safely. Final inspection of the trail will ensure it meets Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards. The City of Waterloo will also utilize Iowa DOT guidance regarding Other Power Driven Mobility Devices (OPDMD) to ensure all persons are able to access and utilize the trail. AttachmentA I Narrative Project Development Right-of-way: The recreational trail will be situated along the north side of Shau Road. The majority of the project will reside in the existing right-of-way, and acquisition will be minimal. Cost: The total cost associated with this trail segment is estimated at $593,000 of which the City of Waterloo is requesting $119,000 in State Recreational Trails funding. A detailed cost estimate is provided in Attachment E. Design: Typical cross-sections of the trail are provided in Attachment C. The trail will consist of a ten - foot wide, five -inch thick PCC surface with two -foot earth shoulders. The trail will be offset at least six feet from Shaulis Road. Environmental Impacts: Although some minor disruptions of the landscape during construction are anticipated, there are no adverse environmental impacts expected from this project. There are no known archeological or architectural features of significance throughout the project site. The proper state and federal agencies will be contacted in the event that significant features are discovered. Maintenance: The City of Waterloo will be responsible for adequately maintaining the trail and has pledged to do so in the resolution included as Attachment G. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): The new trail will be designed to ensure accessibility by users of all types including the elderly and those with mobility disabilities. Final inspection will ensure the project meets ADA standards. The City of Waterloo will utilize Iowa DOT guidance regarding Other Power -Driven Mobility Devices (OPDMD) to ensure all persons are able to access and utilize the trail to the fullest extent possible. Project Justification Acritical link in the state and national trail network, the Cedar Valley Nature Trail Realignment project is justified based on the following merits: • Use, Demand, and Connectivity • Economic Impact • Health and Safety • Recreation • Socioeconomic Benefits • Consistency with State, Regional, and Local Plans Use &Demand: There is high demand for long and continuous recreational trails. The Shaulis Road Trail is part of the Waterloo/Cedar Falls metropolitan trail system which is one of the most comprehensive trail networks in the state. The metropolitan trail system encompasses over 100 miles of hard -surface trails, and the Shaulis Road Trail will ultimately span 7.7 miles in length. With the AttachmentA I Narrative connection tot, ie Cedar Valley Nature Trail, outdoor enthusiasts will have direct access to an additional 52 miles of trail. The Shaulis Road Trail will also be a substantial segment of a 21 -mile trail loop around Waterloo which features two segments of the American Discovery Trail — Cedar Valley Nature Trail and U.S. Highway 63 Trail. This has the potential to attract users from throughout the Midwest. The number of people currently benefiting from the Cedar Valley Trail Network is substantial. Four trail counters were installed around the metropolitan area in 2017 and have been capturing trips for an entire year. On average, there were 625 daily trips between the four count locations, or approximately 228,000 trips throughout the year. As it serves as the southern trail corridor for the Cedar Valley, use of the Shaulis Road Trail is substantial and expected to increase with the trail extensions. Economic Impact: The extension of the Shaulis Road Trail will increase the attractiveness of the trail corridor and will result in increased usage of the Cedar Valley Trail Network as a whole. Users will have direct access to a variety of recreational venues along the trail network. This includes the KOA Campground, Lost Island Waterpark, Isle of Capri Casino, two local parks, and the Cedar Valley Nature Trail. With its connection to the extensive metropolitan trail network, users will also have direct access to Riverview Recreation Area, George Wyth State Park, Big Woods Lake Recreation Area, Black Hawk Park, Hartman Reserve, Prairie Lakes Park, and the Katoski Greenbelt. In addition, visitors will find numerous cultural venues in close proximity to the Shaulis Road Trail including the Grout Museum District, Cedar River Plaza and Amphitheatre, Mark's Park Splashpad, Sullivan Brothers Iowa Veterans Museum, Phelps Youth Pavilion, Waterloo Center for the Arts, and Dan Gable International Wrestling Institute and Museum. Trail users can also enjoy the numerous amenities and shopping opportunities in nearby downtown Waterloo. A study was completed in the fall of 2011 by the University of Northern Iowa to look at the economic and health impacts of bicycling in Iowa. The report, "Economic and Health Benefits of Bicycling in Iowa", estimated that recreational riders spend approximately $1,208 per travel party on bicycle -related activities in Iowa. Considering the number of users that frequent the Cedar Valley Trail Network, the amount of potential revenue for the area is overwhelming. Health and Safety: This project will have a positive impact on public health and safety. In the metropolitan area, the Cities of Waterloo and Cedar Falls are both certified Blue Zones communities. The extension of the Shaulis Road Trail is in line with the Blue Zones goal of creating Complete Streets which accommodate all users of the roadway. Upon completion, the Shaulis Road Trail will allow individuals who live and work near the trail to commute to work by walking or bicycling. Aside from the positive economic impact of saving money, individuals who walk or bicycle to work improve their own health by engaging in physical activity during their commute. The extension of the Shaulis Road Trail will provide a safer alternative for users. The absence of any bicycle or pedestrian infrastructure along Shaulis Road is a hazard in itself which will be mitigated by this project. Shaulis Road is a two -land street with a moderate volume of vehicles (2,000 —4,000 AADT) traveling up to 45 mph. Extending the Shaulis Road Trail westward will provide users with a much safer alternative for walking or bicycling. AttachmentA I Narrative Recreation: Recreational benefits provided to trail users via the Shaulis Road Trail are plentiful. The trail will provide an ideal place for residents and visitors to experience outdoor recreational activities ncluding walking, running, bicycling, and inline skating. Users of the Shaulis Road Trail also have access to the extensive metropolitan trail system by connections to the Cedar Valley Nature Trail and U.S. Highway 63 Trail. The Shaulis Road Trail helps enhance the quality of life for individuals in Waterloo and surrounding communities, as well as visitors frequenting the area. In particular, the trail provides a safe, accessible, and enjoyable place for people to exercise and enjoy the great outdoors. In recent years, adult and childhood obesity has been at the forefront of news headlines and health reports. Inactivity and poor nutrition are blamed for the surge in overweight Americans. In addition to decreasing obesity rates, regular exercise has been connected to improved mental health, physical health, immunity to life- threatening diseases, and longevity. While the proposed project cannot guarantee to reduce obesity rates, the project helps provide the infrastructure needed to facilitate healthy behavior. Socioeconomic Benefits: This project has many different socioeconomic benefits. The trail will be frequented by users of all ages and skill levels for recreation, particularly walking, running, bicycling, and nline skating. Another benefit of the proposed project is the significant elderly population it will serve. According to the 2012-2016 American Community Survey 5 -Year Estimates (ACS), the portion of the population 65 years and older in Waterloo is 15 percent. The project will also benefit all income levels, as use of the entire metropolitan trail network is free. According to the ACS, 17 percent of families in Waterloo have an income below the povert y level. Consistency with State, Regional, and Local Plans: The Shaulis Road Trail project is supported by the following planning documents: • 2013 State Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP) • Iowa Trails 2000 • Black Hawk County 2016-2020 Resourced Enhancement and Protection (REAP) Plan • Black Hawk County Metropolitan Area 2040 Bicycle Accommodation an • Blue Zones Project by Healthways • Healthy Iowans: Iowa's Health Improvement Plan 2017-2021 • Iowa in Motion 2045 AttachmentA I Narrative 2013 State Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP) The proposed project is strongly supported by the 2013 SCORP. The Plan lists five priorities, each with is own list of goals. The proposed project is supported by the following priorities and goals: Priority One: Address funding challenges as they relate to growing healthy and sustainable opportunities in outdoor recreation and open spaces for Iowa. • Goal One: Promote the contribution of natural resource recreation and conservation to the economic vitality and quality of life for Iowans. The Shaulis Road Trail will help enhance the quality of life for many people in the Black Hawk County metropolitan area. The proposed hard -surface trail will be accessible to hundreds of households living near the project. The trail is also a desirable economic investment for the community. The Cedar Valley Trail Network has established itself as a tourist attraction for recreational trail users statewide. Accordingly, this project will improve the metropolitan area's connectivity and extend recreational opportunities to neighborhoods currently lacking public space for outdoor activities. Priority Two: Create places to go in Iowa that exemplify best practices in natural resource conservation while providing a variety of opportunities for outdoor recreation. • Goal Four: Provide high-quality, safe and affordable recreational opportunities that meet the demands, needs and diversity of experiences Iowans desire. As this stretch of Shaulis Road Trail does not have any bicycle or pedestrian accommodations, there is an inherently unmet need forthe proposed hard -surface trail. The Shaulis Road Trail, which provides direct access to additional trails in the Cedar Valley Trail Network, accomplishes the goal of providing high- quality, safe, and affordable recreational opportunities. Priority Three: Encourage collaboration and planning effort s to advance outdoor recreation. • Goal One: Invest in sound local and regional planning, including the integration of outdoor recreation, health and natural resources conservation and protection, as well as to provide a comprehensive and diverse vision. • Goal Three: Bring together agencies, stakeholders, users and private sector businesses to focus on linear trails (hard, soft and wet surfaces) to develop sound comprehensive planning for a high-quality trails system in Iowa. The development of the Shaulis Road Trail encourages cooperation between the local, county, and regional levels of government in regard to interconnectivity. This project itself will be connected to the Cedar Valley Nature Trail which is owned and maintained by the Black Hawk County Conservation Board. AttachmentA I Narrative Priority Four: Promote outdoor recreation as a means to achieve healthier lifestyles, enhancing the quality of life for all Iowans. • Goal One: Link outdoor recreation and participation to desired wellness and public health benefits. The Shaulis Road Trail connects to the U.S. Highway 63 Trail and Cedar Valley Nature Trail. Upon completion of the Shaulis Road Trail, residents will have uninterrupted bicycle access for almost eight miles. Residents will also have greater access to neighborhood parks, businesses, cultural attractions, and Downtown Waterloo. Iowa Trails 2000 According to the Iowa Trails webpage, "The ultimate goal is to connect communities, parks, natural resources, shopping, employment, and other amenities with a comprehensive, multi -modal, easily accessible trails system." The Shaulis Road Trail project helps accomplish this goal. The plan document lists three principles for guiding bicycle and pedestrian planning: • Principle One: Local bicycle and pedestrian systems should provide safe and comfortable facilities • Principle Two: Direct access to destinations and continuity through connected facilities encourages the use of bicycle and pedestrian facilities • Principle Three: The design and extent of a bicycle and pedestrian system should reflect the needs of the community The Shaulis Road Trail project not only adheres to these three principles, the project exemplifies them. The project will provide a safe and comfortable trail, it provides direct access to a multitude of destinations thereby encouraging bicycle and pedestrian use, and it directly reflects the currently unmet needs of the neighborhoods along the project corridor. Black Hawk County 2016-2020 Resource Enhancement and Protection (REAP) Plan The first goal of the 2016-2020 REAP Plan is "to meet the historical and outdoor recreational needs of citizens of Iowa in Black Hawk County, while encouraging land stewardship, education and preservation of existing and future assets." The Plan also identifies five focus area. Focus Area Three is, "develop, enhance, and maintain water and land trail opportunities as supported by statewide, regional, and local planning initiatives." Furthermore, two of the projects identified for Focus Area Three are to "connect Shaulis Road Trail to the Cedar Valley Nature Trail" and to "continue to expand and maintain the Black Hawk County regional trail and on -road accommodation system." Black Hawk County Metropolitan Area 2040 Bicycle Accommodation Plan The 2040 Bicycle Accommodation Plan for the Metropolitan Planning Area includes planned hard - surface trail along the Shaulis Road corridor. See Attachment B-3 to view the plan. Attachment A I Narrative Blue Zones Project by Healthways According to its website, "the Blue Zones Project is a systems approach in which citizens, schools, employers, restaurants, grocery stores, and community leaders collaborate on policies and programs that move the community toward better health and well-being." The Project includes a holistic approach to public health which addresses food, tobacco use, and physical activity. One of the goals of the Blue Zones Project is to improve roads and transportation options to promote physical activity. The proposed hard -surface trail along Shaulis Road helps achieve this goal. Healthy Iowans: Iowa's Health Improvement Plan 2017-2021 This Plan sets the public health agenda for the next five years. The document identifies Iowa's top health issues which were selected using input from local community planning groups in every county. owa's top health issues that emerged from the assessment include three overarching themes, as well as 23 specific topics. The number one issue identified was obesity, nutrition, and physical activity. The 26 top health issues were grouped into 11 focus areas. Focus Area Nine— Healthy Living— includes the goals to "increase the number of Iowans living active and healthy lifestyles", "reduce the number of Iowa children, youth, and adults who are obese", "increase the percentage of Iowans who engage in the recommended amounts of physical activity", and "improve the healthy weight status of all Iowans by creating supportive policy, systems, or environments for healthy eating and physical activity." While the Shaulis Road Trail project cannot guarantee to meet these goals, the project offers the infrastructure needed to facilitate healthy behavior in neighborhoods where such opportunities currently do not exist. Iowa in Motion 2045 The vision of the Iowa DOT and Commission is "a safe and efficient multimodal transportation system that enables the social and economic wellbeing of all Iowans, provides enhanced access and mobility for people and freight, and accommodates the unique needs of urban and rural areas in an environmentally conscious manner." The Shaulis Road Trail extension provides additional recreational amenities for residents and visitors and encourages walking and bicycling activities along the corridor. The project promotes bicycling and walking as a safe and efficient alternative to driving which can help reduce emissions and improve the health and wellbeing of Iowans. i ra I I W) for sacci i.numm a a 4 @ Q ct ) n w " flo - 9' wc � InWIje a aE IN 9 a amt; I r E o a 41 le mvq me gIl le, j �{ U s„ r �b � II s �r r`TV J C. 4 A Init i I ell I\ ate' I Ile �f Ydxe O N c� Ile 2' Earth Shoulder 10' Shared Use Path 2' Earth Shoulder — Shaul s Road Attachment C I Cross Section Existing Pavement to Remain Foulk Road to Cedar Valley Nature Trail 2' Earth Shoulder 10' Shared Use Path 2' Earth Shoulder - --i Shaulis Road Existing Pavement to Remain Cedar Terrace Road to Foull< Road Attachment D I Sketch Plan Attachment E I Cost Estimate SHAULIS ROAD TRAIL - PHASE It CITY OF WATERLOO Itemized Breakdown of Project Costs - Exhibit A From Cedar Terrace to the Cedar Valley Nature Trail Dated: March 15, 2018 Item No. Description Units Quantity Estimated Unit Cost Total Amount EAST SEGMENT - From Cedar Terrace Drive to Cedar Valley Nature Trail 1 10' PCC TRAIL, 5" THICK SY 4,300 $ 50 $ 215,000 2 EARTHWORK CY 6,000 $ 10 $ 60,000 3 TOPSOIL LF 1,100.0 $ 25 $ 27,500 4 ENTRANCES EACH 4.0 $ 6 000 $ 24 000 6 CULVER EXTENSIONS LS _ 1 1.0 $ 50,000 $ 50,000 8 MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS ESTIMATED AT 30% OF CONSTRUCTION LS 1 1.0 $ 113,000 $ 113,000 ESTIMATED CONSTRUCTION COST (SUBTOTAL) $ 489,500 RIGHT-OF-WAY LS 1,0 $ 57000 $ 51000 PRELIMINARY AND FINAL DESIGN (ESTIMATED AT 8% OF CONSTRUCTION) LS 1.0 $ 39,200 $ 39,200 CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING (ESTIMATED AT 12% OF CONSTRUCTION) LS 1.0 $ 582800 $ 58,800 TOTAL COST SHAULIS ROAD TRAIL - PHASE II $ 592,500 Attachment F I Time Schedule Submit Application'........ ...... .............. 4 41,11,1114 .... ....... . 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September 1, 2021 Attachment G I Official Endorsement RESOLUTION NO, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATERLOO, IOWA, APPROVING APPLICATION TO THE IOWA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR STATE RECREATIONAL TRAILS FUNDING AND DIRECTING EXECUTION OF SAID APPLICATION BY THE WATERLOO CITY COUNCIL. WHEREAS, the City of Waterloo continues to develop the recreational trail system within the community; and WHEREAS, the Shaulis Road Trail, from Cedar Terrace Drive to the Cedar Valley Nature Trail, represents a critical connection in this developing trail system; and WHEREAS, the Iowa Department of Transportation provides State Recreational Trails funds on a competitive basis for the development of recreational trails; and WHEREAS, the City of Waterloo 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 projection completion; and WHEREAS, the City of Waterloo will provide the 25 percent local match as required. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of Waterloo, Iowa, authorizes application to the Iowa Department of Transportation for State Recreational Trails finding. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Iowa Northland Regional Council of Governments is hereby authorized to submit said application to the Iowa Department of Transportation on behalf of the City of Waterloo, Iowa. PASSED AND ADOPTED this day of June, 2018 Quentin Hart, Mayor ATTEST: Kelley Felchle, City Cierk Attachment H ( Public Acceptance Narrative Public support is vital to the success of the City's trail system and the development of the recreational trail extension proposed in this application. Efforts to involve citizens in the planning process began with the programming of ISTEA Regional Enhancement Funds. In 1993, an Enhancement Committee was established to prioritize potential candidates for enhancement funding of which trails was the number one priority. This committee involved a cross-section of citizens and public officials from various jurisdictions. Efforts to notify the public involve public information meetings and public hearings associated with the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) process. The Enhancement Committee, now the Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) Committee, meets on an annual or as -needed basis to review potential projects. Since the inception of the Black Hawk County Metropolitan Area Non -Motorized Plan, the development and enhancement of a trail network has received considerable public input. Public hearings and information meetings were held with the goal of developing a system of trails that would benefit citizens on a local, regional, and statewide basis. As a result of the expanding trail system, a need for a local advocacy group became apparent. To that end, the Cedar Trails Partnership was formed in 1995. Representing all types of users, the Partnership serves as a promoter of trail use and development. The Black Hawk County Metropolitan Area Transportation Policy Board (MPO) adopted the 2040 Long Range Transportation Plan in November, 2013. To facilitate this plan update, transportation focus groups were utilized. The bicycle and pedestrian focus group was very active in formalizing the key elements of the non -motorized portion of the plan during the update. Throughout the update process, public input meetings were held, eliciting comments on the plan. Finally, a formal public hearing was held, giving citizens yet another opportunity to provide comments. The Shaulis Road Trail extension project was identified in the plan, and no comments were received. Development and enhancement of trails in the City of Waterloo and the surrounding area has received a significant amount of attention and support at the local, regional, and statewide level. The Shaulis Road Trail has been the subject of multiple articles in the media. In addition, the City held a public information meeting on February 12, 2015 to discuss plans to extend the Shaulis Road Trail from Iowa Highway 21 to the Cedar Valley Nature Trail. Comments received on the project were largely positive. Locally, multiple organizations are highly supportive of the Shaulis Road Trail project. Letters from these groups are attached in the Appendix. The project is fully supported by the City of Waterloo. The application was brought before the City Council in June 2015, and the Council unanimously approved its submission. Attachment H I Public Acceptance Narrative Meeting set on Shaulis Road trail project 1•iaterloo giccs green light to 5na •ms's trail extension wuTeosrrn I,wiII oaa.sr;a.� _aa e.a o:l+ tv,r�mo =tie•_ ,oa; rex r.,,t is _ IeArEr>_oo I The city e:ftl hold on lnfarmationa: ma,?clog Fzb, 1_> n plans to extend the shaalr road recreational null. Ad}acini propern• oonere and ether Interested parties se Itr ,Ited to the m�etlnu from 5:30 to 4:30 p.m. Feb. 12 at Hatvlaeye cemmuuiq• college, Tania Hall. roam 116. There will be a brief pmsentatlen at 5:30 p.m. while city and AFer %I englne-ring staff rr111 answer questions. Tiie yrolett ls•olves eansrrncnng a to-Enot-wide concrete recreational trail Jong the north aide ne chaulis read from Iowa Hlghtva}r 21 to Isle of Capri 9edekaid, the trail evill be crensiructed rvlthm the existing ShauBs right-of-rra}-, with the ed for rantpm-ary easements for Co lit actor access and minor m'ading. the uq•received x 3�se•,000 state 5ecreatlonal halls Program - m1t and hzs a gelz,000 grant frmn she federal Trm;partanon ?.lternatives Program to payfor the tvorlc. The meeting space is accessible far peenle rvlth drabllteez, . taI more mforruaden, call leaf Hales, .ss:;ottue engineer, at 291 - 43;1. 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Attachment H I Public Acceptance Narrative TFIraterloo • gives ■ . , �; `, light extensionulistrail \L=etir,� se; an 5?i=u':is knad tFATt:kLi�D I tt �.cill be easier to Lice; de tr, and from ;mrth tt�:Lterlov catracti ons like Lost Island Advemurepar4: and the Iste Casino lintel P.Iaterlan tinder a proposed recreational Sail proiect apps. -,red hp the (:Iiy :mIn:il chi= week The conne9l apprrred an.�rzem_nt v.sth dte lo•,v_0epartment at?Tangertation in the usz of Federal and State fllnd.4 to zsrend o recasetinnal trail along Snaulls P.oad by nearly n•m IntIe.h-.H d -}e F_. J. uI Ulla Hrh- tch,ralsl n:;aprt Poul.ratl •hih IS i I ve e IS tra nc erond t_ th I =1z i:asrnl Hotel tt- telloL.. tt _l 1 It 4 I I C0711CCt; il.�olltttt Ice nu hbo l Ill C on elltil nal lo -d% alt" afhS. City Hny-dneer Ln' -I he.rsar, noted. t'nder the tone DGT—cIcy agr-ein.nt thz enuneil app ror•zd R_ dei„ I>-.1[mds Id he ezd tc a up eat tl..I ..it .r the ins[• ep Ce 3<I7 �,on. Stam recrc-a elonal oa71 r ntin •.,•ould pay "Fltn;re phases vrmdd continue :rorhing dre easncard eepansier, o. the trail co cunne�c i[ w tl�e Czd_rV<Ilet� Nature Trail" hzt•vtan 1?'arerioo and Czdar Rapids, ciry ;taq noted In a report nr thz eamo_tl. Cnnstn�ctian is znttcipated to next Sear, Thur�:au valla He notzd chat a cemsdtant must he saerted in wnjm¢tlun o-rida Fne federal Milds heing Utilized fir the pralect. a s;te adlacent to the es sine and nearby I„s[lsland idrznnveparit eras an �» ernighc;top for the kA.G NRvAI aw< slate bic cb_radepea.",op—a point. tahidt Thar=on Iaed.t t tonsil I f- r iunirz ll. :no PUrFses. &0%"1T Form 105101(3-18) Minority Impact Statement Pursuant to 2008 Iowa Acts, Hr 2393, Iowa Code 8.11, all grant applications submitted to the State of Iowa that are due beginning Jan. 1, 2009, shall include a Minority Impact Statement. This is the state's mechanism for requiring grant applications to consider the potential impact of the grant project's proposed programs or policies on minority groups. Please choose the statement(s) that pertains to this grant application. Complete all the information requested for the chosen statement(s). Submit additional pages as necessary. The proposed grant project programs or policies could have a disproportionate or unique positive impact on minority persons. Describe the positive impact expected from this project. The proposed project involves the construction of ahard-surface trail that will be open to and accessible by persons of all ages, abilities, and skill levels. The new trail will be designed to ensure accessibility by users of all types including the elderly and those with mobility disabilities. The ten -foot -wide trail will provide ample space for two wheelchairs to pass by in opposite direction, or for someone who is wheelchair bound to turn around safely. Final inspection of the trail will ensure it meets Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards. The City of Waterloo will also utilize Iowa DOT guidance regarding Other Power Driven Mobility Devices (OPDMD) to ensure all persons are able to access and utilize the hail. Indicate which groups are impacted: ❑ Women [K ❑ Blacks ❑Latinos ❑Asians ❑ Alaskan Native Americans ❑Other ❑ The proposed grant project programs or policies could have a disproportionate or unique negative impact on minority persons. Describe the negative impact expected from this project: Present the rationale for the existence of the proposed program or policy; Persons with a Disability Pacific Islanders ❑ American Indians ❑ ❑ Blacks ❑Latinos ❑Asians ❑ Alaskan Native Americans ❑Other ❑ The proposed grant project programs or policies could have a disproportionate or unique negative impact on minority persons. Describe the negative impact expected from this project: Present the rationale for the existence of the proposed program or policy; Provide evidence of consultation with representatives of the minority groups impacted: Indicate which groups are impacted: ❑ Women ❑Persons with a Disability bureau, commission, or other agency or Pacific Islanders ❑ American Indians ❑ ❑ Blacks ❑Latinos ❑Asians ❑ Alaskan Native Americans ❑Other ❑ The proposed grant project programs or policies are not expected to have a disproportionate or unique impact on minority persons. Present the rationale for determining no impact: I hereby certify that the information on this form is complete and accurate, to the best of my knowledge. Name: OuenYin Hart Title: Mayor, City of Waterloo Definitions "Minority Persons," as defined in Iowa Code 8.11, means individuals who are women, persons with a disability, Blacks, Latinos, Asians or Pacific Islanders, American Indians, and Alaskan Native Americans. "Disability," as defined in Iowa Code 15.102, subsection 7, paragraph "b," subparagraph (1): b. As used in this subsection: (1) "Disability" means, with respect to an individual, a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more of the major life activities of the individual, a record of physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more of the major life activities of the individual, or being regarded as an individual with a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more of the major life activities of the individual. "Disability" does not include any of the following: (a) Homosexuality or bisexuality. (b) Transvestism, transsexualism, pedophilia, exhibitionism, voyeurism, gender identity disorders not resulting from physical impairments or other sexual behavior disorders. (c) Compulsive gambling, kleptomania, or pyromania. (d) Psychoactive substance abuse disorders resulting from current illegal use of drugs. "State Agency," as defined in Iowa Code 8.11, means a depart ment, board, bureau, commission, or other agency or authority of the State of Iowa. Photographs Appendix A View of project location from the Cedar Valley Nature Trail facing west View of the project location facing east Photographs Appendix A Cedar Valley Nature Trail facing northwest from Shaulis Road r 14 I IV I IV a View of the project location facing west Appendix A Cedar Valley Nature Trail facing northwest from Shaulis Road Photographs Appendix A s� v�� NMI Shaulis Road Trail facing east towards Lost Island Waterpark (top) and west towards Iowa Highway 21 (bottom). This section of trail as funded through the State Recreational Trails Program in 2012. Appendix B I Letters of Support Letters of Support