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HomeMy WebLinkAboutREAP_Grant_Green Belt PhaseTwo.FY23 - 8.1.2022IOWA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES Resource Enhancement and Protection REAP GRANT APPLICATION Email application to michelle.wislon@dnr.iowa.g_ov by August 15th by 4:30 P.M. Please use the following format for the electronic application: • Application should be one file (including all appendices, letters, etc.), saved as a pdf. • Name file: ApplicantName.Shortprojectname.FY13.pdf • File cannot exceed 20MB or 20,480KB. Compressed pdfs will be accepted. EA 1. GRANT PROGRAM Private/Public Open Space County Conservation (For Private/Public - Name of DNR Field Staff involved in project: ® City Parks and Open Spaces 2. APPLICATION CONTACT APPLICANT: City of Waterloo CONTACT PERSON: Paul Huting, Leisure Services Director EMAIL: paul.huting@waterloo-ia.org TELEPHONE: (319) 291-4370 APPLICANT MAILING ADDRESS: 1101 Campbell Ave CITY & ZIP CODE: Waterloo, IA 50701 PROJECT 911 ADDRESS (if available): COUNTY: Black Hawk LATITUDE/LONGITUDE COORDINATES: 42.477090, -92.390369 (To find Lat/Long Coordinates: Go to Google Map. Right -click on the primary public access point for the project. Select What's here? In the search box at the top of the page, the coordinates will appear.) 3. PROJECT DESCRIPTION & COSTS a. TITLE: Greenbelt Lake Improvements, Phase 2 of 2 b. PROJECT SUMMARY: (Maximum of 75 words summarizing the REAP Grant request) Phase Two of the Greenbelt Lake Improvements project includes a kayak launch, picnic shelter, interpretive signage around the perimeter of the lake and pollinator planting, information kiosk, limestone park identification sign, and park entrance sidewalk from the parking lot to the existing paved path. c. TYPE OF PROJECT AND COSTS: (For activities associated with this grant request only). Land acquisition* ❑ Development Other, please describe: Costs related to land acquisition: $ Costs related to development: $ 193,890 Costs related to other activities: $ AMOUNT OF REAP GRANT REQUESTED: $ 193,890 d. Amount of local or match money*: $0 *25% minimum match is required for Private/Public Program only. No match is required for city and county grants. 4. PROJECT TIMELINE a. Is the project a portion of a larger, overall project to be implemented over a multi -year period? ® No ❑ Yes, Number of years: b. ESTIMATED PROJECT DATES Start: 5/1/2023 Completion: 9/15/2023 Estimated overall cost: 06/2016 cmc 1 DNR Form 542-0279 5. ACQUISITION SCHEDULE (Acquisition Projects Only) Code* Parcel Number on Map or Photo # of Acres Estimated Date of Acquisition Average Price Per Acre Estimated Value of Land Acquisition without incidentals Estimated Value of Existing Improvements to be Acquired Total Cost TOTAL Parcels & Acres TOTAL Appraisal Costs *Code: 1. Negotiated Purchase 2. Condemnation 3. Donation Survey Costs Other Incidental Costs Grant Total Land Acquisition Cost Overall Cost per Acre Including Incidental 6. SIGNATURES Upon signing in the space provided below, the applicant agrees to conform with the requirements in the following two paragraphs pertaining to ADA/Section 504 accessibility guidelines and civil rights assurance. (City and County Projects Only) ASSURANCE OF COMPLIANCE WITH AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES AND CIVIL RIGHTS ACTS I, the undersigned, certify that the City of Waterloo has reviewed Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1975, Title II of the American with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and the Iowa Civil Rights Act of 1965, each Act as amended, and agrees to abide by all requirements from the Acts, associated regulations, guidance documents, and to any other related requirement imposed by federal or state law or the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, related to this project. Applicant -Recipient further agrees and gives full assurance that it will immediately take any and all measures necessary to effectuate the referenced laws and shall not, on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, age, physical or mental ability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, or retaliation, allow any person to be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or otherwise subject to discrimination under or from any project or activity undertaken by the Applicant -Recipient for which the Applicant -Recipient receives REAP grant dollars or other assistance from the Iowa Department of Natural Resources. This assurance is binding on the Applicant -Recipient, its successors, transferees, and assignees, and the person or persons whose signature appears below are authorized to sign this assurance on behalf of the Applicant -Recipient. Que,z 91,arE 8/1/2022 Mayor, City of Waterloo Applicant's Signature and Date Applicant's Title PRIVATE/PUBLIC GRANTS ONLY Applicant's Signature and Date Applicant's Title 06/2016 cmc 2 DNR Form 542-0279 CITY COUNCIL OR COUNTY CONSERVATION BOARD APPROVAL (City and County Projects Only) I, the undersigned, certify that the City Council of Waterloo has on the date of reviewed this proposed project and approved its submittal for Resource Enhancement and Protection (REAP) grant consideration. Querit8/1/2022 Signature of Mayor or County Conservation Board Chair Date COUNTY RESOURCE ENHANCEMENT COMMITTEE REVIEW/COMMENTS (Required for all grants) I, the undersigned, verify that the Black Hawk County Resource Enhancement Committee reviewed the proposed project for which this application is submitted. If the committee provided comments, a summary of those comments has been signed and dated by me and attached to this application. Signature of Chair, County Resource Enhancement Committee Date For information on County REAP Committees, visit the REAP County Committee webpage. MINORITY IMPACT STATEMENT (Required for all grants) Pursuant to 2008 Iowa Acts, HF 2393, Iowa Code Section 8.11, all grant applications submitted to the State of Iowa which are due beginning January 1, 2009 shall include a Minority Impact Statement. This is the state's mechanism to require grant applicants 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). n 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: • Indicate which group is impacted: n Women ['Latinos n Persons with a Disability n Asians ['Blacks ['Pacific Islanders n The proposed grant project programs or policies could have a disproportionate or unique • Describe the negative impact expected from this project: • Present the rationale for the existence of the proposed program or policy: • Provide evidence of consultation of representatives of the minority groups impacted: • Indicate which group is impacted: n Women n Latinos ['Persons with a Disability ['Asians n Blacks n Pacific Islanders ['American Indians n Alaskan Native Americans ['Other negative impact on minority persons. n American Indians ['Alaskan Native Americans n 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: The proposed project will be accessible to all persons regardless of age, sex, race, gender, or ability. The project will not impose a disproportionate or unique impact on any minority persons. I hereby certify that the information on this form is complete and accurate, to the best of my knowledge: 62uertEitt 9-farE Mayor, City of Waterloo Applicant's Signature and Date Applicant's Title 06/2016 cmc 3 DNR Form 542-0279 Narrative GREENBELT LAKE IMPROVEMENTS - PHASE Two Waterloo, Iowa 1. City Population (2020 U.S. Census) 67,314 2. Quality of the site and/or project (30 points) Greenbelt Lake is in the City of Waterloo which is entirely within Black Hawk County. The lake is situated between Black Hawk Creek and the Sergeant Road Trail. The Sergeant Road Trail is a rail -to -trail that runs parallel to U.S. Highway 63 and connects downtown Waterloo and Hudson, about nine miles away. The entrance to Greenbelt Lake is only 675 feet away from the trail. Greenbelt Lake is also situated within the Leonard Katoski Greenbelt, the largest park in the City of Waterloo. An unpaved walking trail encircles the lake with a total length of 0.8 miles. A spur trail to the west extends to the Black Hawk Creek shoreline and additional unpaved walking trails. Greenbelt Lake is a popular destination for people who enjoy shore fishing and birdwatching. The lake is included on the Iowa DNR Fish Local webpage and on the Community Fishing Atlas to let residents know fishing is allowed. The Iowa DNR has stocked the lake with bluegill, channel catfish, and largemouth bass for decades. A wide variety of bird species can also be spotted near Greenbelt Lake. The Prairie Rapids Audubon Society has hosted multiple field trips to Greenbelt Lake, and the lake is included on the group's annual Bird-A- Thon field trip. In addition, the City of Waterloo is the first city in Iowa to be named a Bird Friendly City. Bird Friendly Iowa seeks to protect, restore, and enhance bird habitat; reduce threats to birds; and educate and engage people in birding and conservation. This application requests funding for Phase Two of a two -phased project. Phase Two includes the following: • Kayak launch • 20' x 28' shelter • Interpretive signage around the perimeter of the lake and pollinator planting • Information kiosk • Limestone park identification sign • Park entrance sidewalk This multi -phased improvement project was conceived and designed to provide access to the water's edge, improve pollinator habitat, add an education component about the animal and plant species in the park, and enhance the overall experience for visitors. Phase One was funded through REAP in 2019 and included an accessible fishing pier, shoreline stone seating, pollinator planting (5.0 acres), paved trail to the fishing pier, and handicapped parking area. Phase One has been completed. There are no known historical, archaeological, or architectural features of significance at the project site. This site was heavily impacted decades ago, as it is originally a borrow pit for construction of the levee along Black Hawk Creek. The proper agencies will be contacted immediately if significant features are discovered during the construction process. The project area is located entirely on City property, and no additional agreements or easements are required. Narrative 3. Attach maps of project • Attachment A-1: Project Location • Attachment A-2: Project Area • Attachment A-3: Aerial Photograph 4. Relationship to local, regional, and state plans (40 points) 2018-2023 State Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP) The State Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan identifies a series of outcomes desired through the improvement of the state's recreational areas. These outcomes are described as three priorities and seven goals. Phase Two of the Greenbelt Lake Improvements project ties directly to Priority Two of the SCORP: "Natural resource, parks, and outdoor recreation opportunities are available to all Iowans." The goal for Priority Two is "Natural resource agencies will strive to improve accessibility through embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion." The SCORP cites a 2014 report by the Centers for Disease Control which indicates that at least 1 in 5 people nationally are living with a disability, and the number of adults reporting disability is expected to increase. The inclusion of an accessible shelter along the paved pathway near the existing accessible fishing pier provides an opportunity for many people with disabilities that limit their mobility to engage in activities at Greenbelt Lake. This project also aligns with Goal One of Priority Three: "Increase collaboration and planning at the local level, utilizing data to manage land use restrictions vs. recreational needs, understand audiences, and meet quality of life goals." The City of Waterloo Leisure Services department has worked closely with the Prairie Rapids Audubon Society to help identify improvements for Greenbelt Lake. The City also worked with INRCOG on creating the development plan for Greenbelt Lake. Working with user groups and utilizing the resources provided by the local council of governments has been vital to the development of this project. 2016-2023 Black Hawk County REAP Plan The City of Waterloo Leisure Services department manages 52 parks, with the largest being the Leonard Katoski Greenbelt at 1,100 acres. The Greenbelt includes an eight -mile stretch of Black Hawk Creek which is on track to become a State -designated water trail in 2022. The Black Hawk County REAP Plan supports low - impact development of the Greenbelt for outdoor recreation. The Greenbelt Lake Improvements project relates directly to the following goals identified in the Black Hawk County REAP Plan: • Development of park and open spaces in all communities throughout Black Hawk County • Expansion and continued maintenance of the interpretive signage • Increase urban open space Iowa Wildlife Action Plan The IWAP identifies 78 breeding birds and 34 non -breeding birds of greatest conservation need. Many of these birds have been spotted at Greenbelt Lake. Local birdwatchers submit recent sightings to ebird.org, and a total of 189 species have been seen at Greenbelt Lake as shown in Attachment D. While this may not be a complete list of every bird seen at Greenbelt Lake, it gives us an understanding of the diversity of species in the area. Continued low -impact development will protect bird habitats, and educational signage will encourage stewardship of these natural resources. Narrative Of the 78 breeding birds identified in the IWAP, at least 40 have been seen at Greenbelt Lake: • Trumpeter Swan • American Wigeon • Blue -winged Teal • Canvasback • Redhead • Ring-necked Duck • LesserScaup • Northern Bobwhite • American White Pelican • Bald Eagle • Northern Harrier • Red -shouldered Hawk • Broad -winged Hawk • American woodcock • Forster's Tern • Yellow -billed Cuckoo • Long-eared Owl • Common Nighthawk • Chimney Swift • Belted Kingfisher • Red-headed Woodpecker • Northern Flicker • American Kestrel • Eastern Wood -pewee • Say's Phoebe • Eastern Kingbird • Horned Lark • Purple Martin • Bank Swallow • Sedge Wren • Veery • Wood Thrush • Brown Thrasher • Golden -winged Warbler • Kentucky Warbler • Common Yellowthroat • Field Sparrow • Dickcissel • Eastern Meadowlark • Baltimore Oriole Of the 34 non -breeding birds identified in the IWAP, at least nine have been seen at Greenbelt Lake: • Greater Scaup • Common Loon • Lesser Yellowlegs • Caspian Tern • Olive -sided Flycatcher • Bay -breasted Warbler • Canada Warbler • American Tree Sparrow • Harris's Sparrow Iowa Open Spaces Plan • Increase public opportunities to use, enjoy, and benefit from Iowa's protected open spaces. • Maintain and improve Iowa's scenic resources. Waterloo Comprehensive Plan • The community should strive to maintain, and improve whenever possible, the quality of living of its residents. • Adequate land and facilities should be reserved for parks, recreational opportunities, and open space within the community. • The city should protect and preserve, whenever possible, its natural resources and environmentally sensitive areas such as prime agricultural soils, forestland, wetlands, and floodplains. • The city should protect scenic, recreational, and historic resources whenever feasible. Narrative 5. Environmental benefits (20 points) There are several environmental benefits of the Greenbelt Lake Improvements Project. First, the entire project involves low -impact improvements intended to minimize disruption to existing habitats. As part of the planning process for the Greenbelt Lake Development Plan, it was decided not to pave the trail along the perimeter of the lake. In addition, by restricting the park to walking only, bicycles and other high-speed conveyances will not disturb birdwatchers and bird species in the park. The park improvements and amenities will also promote local citizens to enjoy the outdoors within their community, burning less fossil fuels in getting there. The second benefit to the environment involves the installation of interpretive signage around the perimeter of the lake and pollinator planting, and educational signs at the new information kiosk. Signage will provide information about the birds, aquatic life, pollinators, and wetlands. These signs will also provide a social benefit as individuals will learn more about their local wildlife and be encouraged to become good stewards of the environment. Work on the language for the signs will begin in cooperation with the Prairie Rapids Audubon Society, the Waterloo City Forester, Iowa DNR biologists, UNI Tallgrass Prairie Center, and members of the Black Hawk County REAP Committee. Lastly, the pollinator planting completed as part of Phase One has greatly improved the habitat for pollinators such as bees, hummingbirds, and butterflies. The pollinator planting supplies food in the form of pollen and nectar, helping to ensure that important pollinators stay in the area to keep pollinating crops for continued fruit and vegetable production. The pollinator planting also offers climate resiliency through enhanced stormwater management and increased infiltration, ecological health through improved wildlife habitat, and environmental health through air purification. 6. Public benefit served (20 points) The Greenbelt Lake Improvements project has several benefits, though the primary focus is intended to support fishing and bird watching activities. The project will have a positive impact for paddlers, anglers, runners/walkers, bicyclists, and picnickers. The kayak launch will create a hard, mud -free surface ideal for stress -free launching of various paddle watercraft. The shelter will undoubtedly provide a relaxing destination for picnics and for runners/walkers and bicyclists making a rest stop. The lake itself is close to the Sergeant Road Trail which is frequently traveled. The kiosk and interpretive signage will provide educational information about the birds, aquatic life, pollinators, and wetlands, and will encourage good stewardship of the park for visitors. The completed accessible fishing pier, paved access, and handicapped parking area provide an opportunity for many people with disabilities that limit their mobility to engage in activities at Greenbelt Lake. With the completion of Phase One, Greenbelt Lake has experienced considerable growth in usage. In turn, the City has received numerous requests for a shelter that could be used for social gatherings and events. The Prairie Rapids Audubon Society has been requesting a shelter at this park to use as a meeting facility during their outings for many years. The shelter will be open to and accessible by all persons regardless of race or physical ability. The shelter will be ADA compliant and accessible via the handicapped parking area and paved access. In addition, the shelter will provide shade as well as a place to rest. Phase One of the Greenbelt Lake Improvements project (2019) included the installation of an accessible ADA- compliant fishing pier. Two parking lot stalls were paved with a loading area, and individuals can travel from the parking stall to the water's edge seamlessly on concrete pavement. This is the only portion of the Greenbelt Lake trail that will be paved. Narrative 7. Local support (20 points) The City of Waterloo Leisure Services department has worked with multiple community organizations to develop the project scope for Greenbelt Lake. City staff have maintained close communication with the Prairie Rapids Audubon Society (PRAS) and have consulted with the organization on improvements desired at Greenbelt Lake. PRAS has agreed to supply a list of birds to have on interpretive signage, and photographs of birds at Greenbelt Lake. Furthermore, members of the Prairie Rapids Audubon Society have been asking for a shelter at Greenbelt Lake for many years to serve as a meeting area for events. The Leisure Services Department has a working relationship with the Tallgrass Prairie Center at the University of Northern Iowa, and the two worked closely to determine the most appropriate seed mixture for the 5.0-acre pollinator garden included in Phase One. The City has a working relationship with Iowa DNR Fisheries regarding Greenbelt Lake. The inclusion of the fishing pier and other improvements are considered a necessity when it comes to getting new families outdoors, especially for anglers. The City has also worked closely with the Black Hawk County Soil and Water Conservation District regarding the watershed and stormwater improvements nearby that are under construction. Furthermore, the City has been in contact with the Soil and Water Conservation District regarding the water quality of the Black Hawk Creek watershed overall and the creation of wetlands to reduce nitrate runoff. 8. Letters of support (optional) LETTERS OF SUPPORT 9. Public communications plan (10 points) Greenbelt Lake represents an ideal setting to promote the numerous benefits of the REAP program. The City of Waterloo plans to do the following upon approval of this application: • Share information about the project and the grant award on the City's Facebook page • Post a YouTube video to promote REAP, Greenbelt Lake, and Phase Two • Publicize the grant award in the INRCOG electronic newsletter which is distributed to every city and county, newspaper, TV station, radio station, chamber of commerce, tourism bureau, and State and U.S. representative in a six -county region • Issue a media release announcing the award of REAP funds • Display the 12"x12" REAP signs at the project site • Hold a dedication ceremony including representatives of the County Conservation Board, the City of Waterloo, the County REAP Committee, Iowa DNR, and area legislators • Utilize the local public access cable channel, Waterloo Community Television, to promote the REAP program and describe the positive impact it has on the region As the regional planning agency, INRCOG will continue to promote the REAP program among its member counties and cities through its website, Facebook page, and monthly electronic newsletter. 10. Communication and outreach uploads (optional) Attachment E - Communication and Outreach Examples Attachment A-1: Project Location State of Iowa LYON 0 CEO, SIOUX OBRI CLA KOSSUTH EBAGO ORTH MITCHELL HANCOC LOYD MAKEE PLYMOUTH BVE WOODBURY ID I,UMeao. oe]wEes RIG RANKLI HARDiN GR NM, MO ONA CARROLL GRE BOO TOR MARSHALL BRENER AAA FITE CLA DUBUQUE LI JO CK HARRISON LBY BON GUTHR ALL. POLK SPER PO 10 OH SON POT AW. ATTANIE ADAIR RI OKUK OUI ILLS ADAMS UN LUC ONR AP LLO FRE PAGE LOR RINGGOLD DECATUR 0 50 100 Miles USCATI CLINTON SCOTT Black Hawk County Cedar Falls Hudson is tlr C. > �q e 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Miles © (July 2021) Iowa Northland Regional Council of Governments Please call 319-235-0311 to obtain permission for use. The map does not represent a survey, no liability is assumed for the accuracy of the data delineated herein, either expressed or implied by INRCOG. Attachment A-2: Project Area Greenbelt Lake and Leonard Katoski Greenbelt 0 0.25 0.5 1 Miles © (July 2021) Iowa Northland Regional Council o Governments oc Please call 319 235-0311 to obtain permission for use. INKC The map does not repres nt a survey, no liability is assumed for the accuracy of the data delineated herein, either expressed or implied by INRCOG. Attachment A-3: Aerial Photograph Greenbelt Lake Greenbelt Lake Paved Trail © (July 2021) Iowa Northland Regional Council of Governments Please call 319-235-0311 to obtain permission for use. The map does not represent a survey, no liability is assumed for the accuracy of the data delineated herein, either expressed or implied by INRCOG. Attachment B: Site Plan GREENBELT LAKE 4 41) ACCESSIBLE FISHING PIER POLLINATOR PLANTING AREA IMPROVED ACCESS FISHING POINT CONCRETE TRAIL MOWED TRAIL CRUSHED STONE TRAIL architecture & planning o- Zoo' aoo• 1"=zoo' Attachment C-1: Photographs of Greenbelt Lake Photographs of Greenbelt Lake WATERLOO, IOWA Location for the proposed shelter from the trail, facing south Location for the new kiosk, facing northeast. The accessible fishing pier, trail, and handicapped parking area (Phase One) can be seen as well. Attachment C-1: Photographs of Greenbelt Lake View of Greenbelt Lake, trail, and accessible fishing pier from the parking area, facing north View of Greenbelt Lake, accessible fishing pier, and REAP sign, facing northeast Attachment C-1: Photographs of Greenbelt Lake Halfway around the walking path at Greenbelt Lake Prairie Rapids Audubon Society members at Greenbelt Lake Attachment C-1: Photographs of Greenbelt Lake Kayaker at Greenbelt Lake Attachment C-1: Photographs of Greenbelt Lake Example Waterloo limestone park identification sign to be added at Greenbelt Lake Attachment C-2: Wildlife photographs taken at Greenbelt Lake Wildlife photographs taken at Greenbelt Lake WATERLOO, IOWA Black -capped chickadee Green heron House finch Great -horned owls Tufted titmouse Red-tailed hawk Attachment C-2: Wildlife photographs taken at Greenbelt Lake Northern cardinal Pine siskin White -breasted nut hatch Cooper's Hawk American robin Mourning dove Attachment C-2: Wildlife photographs taken at Greenbelt Lake American goldfinch Hooded warbler Long-eared owl Common nighthawk Solitary sandpiper Saw -whet owl Attachment C-2: Wildlife photographs taken at Greenbelt Lake Beaver White -winged scoter and northern shoveler Red -winged blackbird Horned Grebe Rose -breasted grosbeak Catbird Attachment D: List of Bird Species Identified at Greenbelt Lake List of Bird Species Identified at Greenbelt Lake • Alder Flycatcher • American Coot • American Crow • American Goldfinch • American Kestrel • American Redstart • American Robin • American Tree Sparrow • American White Pelican • American Wigeon • American Woodcock • Bald Eagle • Baltimore Oriole • Bank Swallow • Barn Swallow • Barred Owl • Bay -breasted Warbler • Belted Kingfisher • Black -and -white Warbler • Black -billed Cuckoo • Blackburnian Warbler • Black -capped Chickadee • Blackpoll Warbler • Black -throated Green Warbler • Blue Jay • Blue -gray Gnatcatcher • Blue -headed Vireo • Blue -winged Teal • Blue -winged Warbler • Bonaparte's Gull • Broad -winged Hawk • Brown Creeper • Brown Thrasher • Brown -headed Cowbird • Bufflehead • Cackling Goose • Canada Goose • Canada Warbler • Canvasback • Cape May Warbler • Carolina Wren • Caspian Tern • Cedar Waxwing WATERLOO, IOWA • Chestnut -sided Warbler • Chimney Swift • Chipping Sparrow • Clay -colored Sparrow • Cliff Swallow • Common Goldeneye • Common Grackle • Common Loon • Common Merganser • Common Nighthawk • Common Tern • Common Yellowthroat • Cooper's Hawk • Dark -eyed Junco • Dickcissel • Double -crested Cormorant • Downy Woodpecker • Eastern Bluebird • Eastern Kingbird • Eastern Meadowlark • Eastern Phoebe • Eastern Towhee • Eastern Wood -Pewee • Eurasian Collared -Dove • European Starling • Field Sparrow • Forster's Tern • Fox Sparrow • Gadwall • Golden -crowned Kinglet • Golden -winged Warbler • Gray Catbird • Gray-cheeked Thrush • Great Blue Heron • Great Crested Flycatcher • Great Egret • Great Horned Owl • Greater Scaup • Greater White -fronted Goose • Greater Yellowlegs • Green Heron • Green -winged Teal • Hairy Woodpecker • Harris's Sparrow • Hermit Thrush • Herring Gull • Hooded Merganser • Horned Grebe • Horned Lark • House Finch • House Sparrow • House Wren • Indigo Bunting • Kentucky Warbler • Killdeer • Least Flycatcher • Least Sandpiper • LesserScaup • Lesser Yellowlegs • Lincoln's Sparrow • Long-eared Owl • Long-tailed Duck • Louisiana Waterthrush • Magnolia Warbler • Mallard • Marsh Wren • Merlin • Mourning Dove • Mourning Warbler • Nashville Warbler • Northern Bobwhite • Northern Cardinal • Northern Flicker • Northern Harrier • Northern Parula • Northern Rough -winged Swallow • Northern Saw -whet Owl • Northern Shoveler • Northern Waterthrush • Olive -sided Flycatcher • Orange -crowned Warbler • Osprey • Ovenbird • Palm Warbler • Philadelphia Vireo • Pied -billed Grebe • Pileated Woodpecker Attachment D: List of Bird Species Identified at Greenbelt Lake • Pine Siskin • Prairie Warbler • Purple Finch • Purple Martin • Red -bellied Woodpecker • Red -breasted Merganser • Red -breasted Nuthatch • Red -eyed Vireo • Redhead • Red-headed Woodpecker • Red -shouldered Hawk • Red-tailed Hawk • Red -winged Blackbird • Ring -billed Gull • Ring-necked Duck • Ring-necked Pheasant • Rock Pigeon • Rose -breasted Grosbeak • Ross's Goose • Rough -legged Hawk • Ruby -crowned Kinglet • Ruby -throated Hummingbird • Ruddy Duck • Say's Phoebe • Scarlet Tanager • Sedge Wren • Sharp -shinned Hawk • Snow Goose • Solitary Sandpiper • Song Sparrow • Sora • Spotted Sandpiper • Summer Tanager • Swainson's Thrush • Swamp Sparrow • Tennessee Warbler • Tree Swallow • Trumpeter Swan • Turkey Vulture • Veery • Vesper Sparrow • Virginia Rail • Warbling Vireo • White -breasted Nuthatch • White -crowned Sparrow • White -throated Sparrow • White -winged Scoter • Wild Turkey • Willow Flycatcher • Wilson's Warbler • Winter Wren • Wood Duck • Wood Thrush • Yellow Warbler • Yellow -bellied Flycatcher • Yellow -bellied Sapsucker • Yellow -billed Cuckoo • Yellow-rumped Warbler • Yellow -throated Vireo Attachment E: Communication Examples 12" x 12" REAP Sign displayed on the completed accessible fishing pier (Phase One) Attachment E: Communication Examples 0 City of Waterloo, Iowa - City Hall April 17 • Q Thanks to an Iowa Resource Enhancement and Protection Program (REAP) grant, improvements are being made to offer more attractions for park goers to enjoy Greenbelt Lake, Todd Derifield, Park Superintendent/City Forester for the City of Waterloo, gives us an overview of the project. https://youtu,be/vi4E29dFCyA YOUTUBE,COM Greenbelt Overview Greenbelt lake is part of the Katoski Greenbelt. This 19 acre lake offers a perimeter trail, shoreli... °Co 15 Like I Comment ip> Shame 3 Shares City of Waterloo Facebook page highlighting a YouTube video created to promote REAP, Greenbelt Lake, and the Phase One project funded by REAP Attachment E: Communication Examples •City of Waterloo, Iowa - City Hall Octoter 16, 2019 . Q In October, the Natural Resource Commission awarded $200,000 in Resource Enhancement and Protection (REAP) funds to Waterloo. The funds will be used for improvements to Greenbelt _ake in Waterloo. Tire South 511ore Greenbelt Lake, Waterloo, Iowa 0 Rose Phillips, Josh Balk and 42 others Ef5 Like IcjI Comment 5 Comments 5 Shares City of Waterloo Facebook page highlighting the REAP award in 2019 for Greenbelt Lake Improvements Phase 0ne Share Attachment E: Communication Examples REAP Applications Awarded In October, the Natural Resource Commission awarded $75,000 and $200,000 in Resource Enhancement and Protection (REAP) funds to EIk Run Heights and Waterloo_ The funds will be used for cleanup and enhancement of EIk Run Creek and Mayor's Park in EIk Run Heights, and for improvements to Greenbelt Lake in Waterloo. Conceptual drawing of improvements to Greenbelt Lake in Waterloo. Resource Enhancement and Protection (REAP) Applications for REAPs City Parks and Open Spaces and the County Conservation Program are due to the Iowa Dept. of Natural Resources by August 30, 2021. This funding source is ideal for open space acquisition and preservation, park expansion, and park enhancement. Funding is dependent on population. There is no maximum funding request for County Conservation Boards, however, to be eligible, the county must dedicate at least $0.22 per $1,000 of assessed value of taxable properly in the county for county conservation purposes. Contact Kyle Durant for mare information_ Example publications from the INRCOG e-newsletter promoting REAP and funded projects Attachment F: Cost Estimate GREENBELT LAKE REAP GRANT PHASE II ENGINEERS ESTIMATE ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION UNIT EST. QTY. UNIT COST TOTAL COST 1 SHELTER STRUCTURE, 20'X28', COMPLETE LS 1 $95,000.00 $95,000.00 3 KIOSK, COMPLETE LS 1 $25,000.00 $25,000.00 4 INTERPRETIVE SIGNS IN KIOSK EACH 3 $3,500.00 $10,500.00 5 INTERPRETIVE SIGNS AROUND PERIMETER OF LAKE & POLLINATOR PLANTING EACH 8 $250.00 $2,000.00 6 INTERPRETIVE SIGNAGE DESIGN LS 1 $5,000.00 $5,000.00 7 KAYAK LAUNCH LS 1 $6,500.00 $6,500.00 8 LIMESTONE PARK IDENTIFICATION SIGN LS 1 $9,000.00 $9,000.00 9 5 INCH PCC, C-4 SY 265 $65.00 $17,225.00 10 BOLLARDS EACH 36 $40.00 $1,440.00 11 EARTHWORK LS 1 $8,000.00 $8,000.00 12 CONSTRUCTION ENTRANCE INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE AND REMOVAL LS 1 $2,000.00 $2,000.00 13 STRAW WATTLE INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE AND REMOVAL LF 400 $5.00 $2,000.00 14 STRIPPING, SALVAGING AND RESPREADING TOPSOIL, 6 INCH SY 350 $12.00 $4,200.00 15 HYDRAULIC SEEDING, FERTILIZING AND MULCHING SY 125 $5.00 $625.00 16 EXISTING GATE REMOVAL LS 1 $750.00 $750.00 17 GATE, 10 FOOT AGRICULTURAL WITH POSTS AND HARDWARE, COMPLETE LS 1 $1,650.00 $1,650.00 18 MOBILIZATION LS 1 $3,000.00 $3,000.00 $193,890.00 Attachment G Letters of Support Greenbelt Lake Improvements, Phase Two