HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolutions - 2013.03.06 - 20723MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #13044 March 6, 2013
BY: PLANNING AND BUILDING COMMITTEE, JIM RUNESTAD, CHAIRPERSON
IN RE: PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION — SUPPORT OF APPLICATION FOR A
2013 MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES RECREATION PASSPORT
FUND PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT GRANT FOR A UNIVERSALLY ACCESSIBLE FISHING
PIER AT GROVELAND OAKS COUNTY PARK
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS, the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission has been notified by the
Department of Natural Resources that application for cost sharing grants from the Recreation
Passport Fund Program may be submitted by April 1, 2013; and
WHEREAS, the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission has identified and
established priorities for improvements within the adopted 2013-2017 Five-Year Recreation Plan
and the adopted FY 2013-2015 Capital Improvement Program Budget Plan; and
WHEREAS, the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission recommends the filing of the
following application to the Department of Natural Resources for a $26,700 grant (75% of total
project costs) from the Recreation Passport Fund Program with a local match of $8,900 (25%)
from the Parks and Recreation Fund; and
WHEREAS, the grant agency requires a resolution from the Governing Body in support of the
application.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
authorizes and approves the Recreation Passport Fund Program development grant application.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners directs its
Chairperson or designee to execute said application on behalf of the County of Oakland.
Chairperson, on behalf of the Planning and Building Committee, I move the adoption of the
foregoing resolution.
PLANTG AND BUILDING COMMITTEE
PLANNING & BUILDING COMMITTEE VOTE:
Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
GRANT REVIEW SIGN OFF — Parks & Recreation
GRANT NAME: 2013 Recreation Passport Grant Program "
FUNDING AGENCY: Michigan Department of Natural Resources
DEPARTMENT CONTACT PERSON: Melissa Prowse 248-249-2801
STATUS: Grant Application
DATE: January 30, 2013
Pursuant to Misc. Resolution #01320, please be advised the captioned grant materials have
completed internal grant review. Below are the returned comments.
The captioned grant materials and grant application package (which should include an application
Report from Fiscal Services to the Chairperson of the Board of Commissioners, the grant
application, and this Sign Off email containing grant review comments) may be submitted to the
Chairperson of the Board of Commissioners for review and signature, with informational copies
to the appropriate Board of Commissioners' committee(s).
DEPARTMENT REVIEW
Department of Management and Budget:
Approved. — Laurie Van Pelt (1/28/2013)
Department of Human Resources:
Approved. — Karen Jones (1/28/2013)
Risk Management and Safety:
Approved By Risk Management — Julie Secontine (1/29/2013)
Corporation Counsel:
I have reviewed the above-referenced grant application and have found no legal issues that must
be resolved before the application is submitted. — Jody S. Hall (1/30/2013)
COMPLIANCE
The grant application references specific federal and/or state regulations. Below is a list of these
specifically cited compliance related documents for this grant.
Michigan Natural Resources and Environments Protection Act 451 of 1994
littp://www.legisl ature.mi.gov/(S(ai tbnz3 5xliry33mft0i v))/rn neg. aspx?uage= get Ob ect8cobie
etName=2010-11B-5752
U.S. 2010 Americans with Disabilities Act Standards for Accessible Design
http://www.ada.gov/2010ADAstandards index.htm
' DNR USE ONLY
Application Number
Region Number
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Michigan Department of Natural Resources - Grants Management
RECREATION PASSPORT GRANT PROGRAM
2013 GRANT APPLICATION
This information is requested by authority of Act 451 of 1994, as amended.
This application must be completed in full to apply for a grant from the Recreation Passport Grant Program.
A large print version of this application is available upon request.
7 Section A: Applicant, Site, Project Identification ,...,-.. .1:
Name of Applicant (Government Unit) Federal ID Number County
I Oakland County 38-600-4876 Oakland
l Nnme of Authorized Representative (responsible for application day-to-day) Title
i Melissa Prowse Business Development Representative
iAddress Telephone
1
12800 Watkins Lake Road ( 248 ) 858-4630 .
City State ZIP 1E-mail
1
Waterford MI 48328 Iprowsem@oakcrov . com
State House District State Senate District U.S. Congressional District
43 26 9
, !Address of site City, Village or Township of site
14555 Dixie Highway Groveland Township
County in which site is located Town, Range and Section Numbers of site location Latitude/Longitude at park entrance
Oakland T5N R8E Sec .19,20 42° 49'07.6"N 83° 33'05.7"W
Park Name Proposal Title (not to exceed 40 characters)
Groveland Oaks County Park Accessible Fishing Pier at Groveland Oaks . ,
1Proposal Description
1 !Construct ion of a universally accessible fishing pier on Stewart Lake at Grovel and Oaks
I !County Park
I,
iim B: Project Fund
See the 2013 Recreation Passport Grant Program Application Guidelines booklet (IC1956) for guidance.
SOURCES OF MATCHING FUNDS PROJECT COST AMOUNTS
a. General Funds or Local Restricted Funds (Applicant's own cash) $ 8,900 .00
b. Force Account Labor/Materials (Applicant's own paid labor or materials) $ .00
c. Federal or State Funds $ .00
1 d. Cash Donations $ nr, .„.....,
1 e. Donated Labor and/or Materials $ .00
f. Value of any Land Repurposed to Recreation as Part of the Project (2xSEV) $ .00
g. Total Match (Must be at least 25% of total project cost) $ 8,900 .00
h. Grant Amount Requested (Round to the nearest 100 dollars) $ 26,700 .00
i. Total Project Cost (Must equal the total estimated cost in Section D1) $ 35,600 .00
PLEASE ROUND ALL AMOUNTS TO THE NEAREST $100
Page 3 of 6 PR1956 (Rev 12/1712012)
Section i.;:ik;. gotplanatiesil :,:j/latch Sources
Complete only if you entered a value for any or all of items c, d, or e in Section B of this application.
c. Federal or other state funds - Provide the information requested below for each federal or state program from which
I matching funds will be provided.
()Program Name Administering Agency
Contact Name for Administering Agency Telephone Amount
( ) $
Type of Funds
E Grant funds awarded
Date grant funds approved
Ej Grant funds applied for, not yet approved
Estimated approval date
El Appropriated funds
Date appropriated
0 Other, explain
Is documentation containing the scope of work and budget for the other grant funds included with application? E No E Yes
1 Is documentation (such as a grant approval letter) that verifies the availability of funds included with application? El No E Yes
'(2)Program Name Administering Agency
Contact Name for Administering Agency Telephone 'Amount
( ) [5
Type of Funds
• Grant funds awarded
Date grant funds approved
• Grant funds applied for, not yet approved
Estimated approval date
E Appropriated funds
Date appropriated
L]l Other. explain , , ,
i k documentation containing the scope of work and budget for the other grant funds included with application? DI No 0 Yes
Is documentation (such as a grant approval letter) that verifies the availability of funds included with application? • No 0 Yes _
d. Cash Donations - List the individual sources and the amounts to be donated below.
SOURCE AMOUNT
$ ,00
$ .00
$ .00
Is a letter of intent from each donor included with application? Ell No E Yes
! e. Donated Labor or Materials - Include each item to be donated, the source, dollar value, and how the dollar value was determined.
, ITEM SOURCE DOLLAR VALUE VALUATION METHOD
I
$ .00
$ .00
$ .00
Is a letter of intent from each donor included with application? 0 No n Yes
LI Perpetual Easement 0 Lease
ectiorillt:IFItoject Details
20-25 years
N.A.
YES
NO
ection Project Details
Applicant's current control of the site: 2 Fee Simple
Project Cost Estimate Table
List the specific development scope items (play equipment, parking lot paving, landscaping) rather than aspects of project
execution (materials, labor, equipment, site clearing). Do not include ineligible items such as engineering costs beyond 15%
of the subtotal and contingencies. Facilities must be designed to be in compliance with the 2010 Americans with Disabilities
Act Standards for Accessible Design.
SCOPE ITEMS
Limit each item description to 25 characters. Universal Design? SIZE OR
Do Not Abbreviate. QUANTITY COST
19,500 .00
6,600 .00
4,400 .00
.00
.00
.00
.00
.00
.00
.00
500
31.00T';
4,600
35,600 .00
t Fishing pier yes 1
320
linear
2. Access route yes feet
Additional accessible parking
3. spots yes 2
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
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Permit Fees
SUBTOTAL
ENGINEERING (These fees may not exceed 15% of subtotal)
TOTAL ESTIMATED COST (Total Estimated Cost must match item h. of Section A2 of this form)
What is the expected life of the facilities constructed as part of the project? (Please
note: Program requires commitment of minimum 20 years if no enclosed structure and
40 years with enclosed structure).
If you are submitting multiple applications, what is the priority for this application?
(1 = highest)
Is unimpeded access to the project site secured through ownership or easement or
lease of term no less than the length of time that control of the project site is secured?
Will the project be used for the viewing of professional or semi-professional arts, athletics
or intercollegiate or interscholastic sports? If yes, what percentage of normal operating
hours will be used in this capacity?
Will fees be charged at the park?
EiYes LI No Vehicle permits
If yes, what will be the fees for residents? $5/day: $30/year What will be the fees for non-residents? $10/day: $48/year
Section 03: Project Details
NO YES
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Has applicant received DNR recreation grant(s) in the past?
Is there an entrance sign identifying the site as a public recreation site open to all users?
Has applicant closed, sold, or transferred any parkland or recreation facilities in the past 5 years?
Does applicant have a "residents only" policy for this park or other parks or recreation facilities?
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ation E: Site Conditions
Complete the following property checklist on the environmental conditions at the project site and
adjacent areas, using information from the past ten years or longer, as appropriate.
If you answer YES or UNKNOWN to any of the questions, you are required to prepare an
environmental report, See Recreation Passport Grant Program Application Guidelines for guidance. NO YES UNKNOWN
1. Does the applicant, landowner, or others have knowledge that any portion of the property 2
is or has been used for industrial purposes, including manufacturing and/or minerals'
processing or extraction (sand, gravel, oil, or gas) at this time or in the past?
2. Does the applicant, landowner, or others have knowledge that any portion of the property E 0 0 is currently being used or has been used in the past for a gas station, motor vehicle
service or repair facility, commercial printing facility, dry cleaners, photo developing lab,
junkyard, landfill, waste treatment, storage, processing or recycling or disposal facility?
, 3. Does the applicant, landowner, or others have knowledge that any of the following are or 2 0
have in the past been stored, discarded, or used on the property — automotive or
industrial batteries, pesticides or other chemicals used in agricultural practices, paints,
industrial waste, or other chemicals in drums or other containers?
4. Does the applicant, landowner, or others have knowledge that fill dirt or other fill material 2 0 El
of unknown origin is on this property or has in the past been placed on the property?
5. Does the applicant, landowner, or others have knowledge of any evidence of leaks, spills, 2 0 Li
or stains from a substance other than water at this time or in the past?
6. Does the applicant, landowner, or others have knowledge that there are or have in the
past been waste disposal pits, lagoons, or ponds on the property?
7. Does the applicant, landowner, or others have knowledge that there are at this time or El 0 0
have in the past been registered or unregistered storage tanks on the property?
8. Does the applicant, landowner, or others have knowledge that contaminated groundwater E Li LI'
lies below the property?
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9. If there is a water well on the property, does the applicant, landowner, or others have El ---
knowledge that contaminants have been identified in the well that exceeded legal
standards or has the well been identified as contaminated by a government agency?
, — 10. Has the landowner been notified about any current violations of environmental laws 2 II 7 L....,
pertaining to activities on the property or does applicant, landowner, or others have
knowledge about past •violations?
11. Has the landowner been notified of any environmental assessments of the property that 2 El pi
1 I identified a) the presence of hazardous substances, petroleum products, or
contamination; or b) the need for further assessment?
12. Does the applicant, landowner, or others have knowledge that any hazardous
substances, unidentified waste materials, tires, or automotive or industrial batteries have
been dumped above ground, buried, or burned on the property? ,--
13, Is the property listed on any federal or state list of contaminated sites, including the site of 2
a leaking underground storage tank?
14. Does the applicant, landowner, or others have knowledge that any of the adjoining 2 0 El
properties are currently being used or have been used in the past for the purposes listed
in the previous questions 1-13?
15. Has an environmental assessment been completed for the site? If yes, provide the most •0 E current.
Are permits required for the development of the site? I NO EYES LI UNKNOWN
If yes, complete the following table:
TYPE OF PERMIT PERMITTING AGENCY EFFORTS TAKEN TO OBTAIN PERMIT OR DETERMINE PERMIT REQUIREMENTS
Will apply for permit prior to bidding &
Joint permit MDEQ construction
SECTION F: Certification
I hereby certify that I am an official of the applicant agency and have the legal authority to make the necessary commitments
to apply for this grant. I also certify that I have read and understand all of the commitments and responsibilities listed in the
Recreation Passport Grant Program booklet (IC1956) related to this grant.
Printed/typed name of authorized agent Title of authorized agent Signature Date
Complete all information, sign, and mail to:
GRANTS MANAGEMENT
MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
PO BOX 30425
LANSING MI 48909-7925
OVERNIGHT or EXPRESS MAIL to:
GRANTS MANAGEMENT
MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
MASON BUILDING, 3 RD FLOOR
530 W ALLEGAN
LANSING MI 48933
Mailed applications must be postmarked by the US Postal Service no later than 11:59pm April 1, 2013.
DO NOT FAX APPLICATION.
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Universally Accessible Fishing Pier at Groveland Oaks County Park
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission (OCPRC) is seeking financial assistance
from the Recreation Passport Program to install a fishing pier on Stewart Lake at Groveland
Oaks County Park. As part of the project, the number of accessible parking spaces at the
nearest parking lot will be increased above the minimum number required and placed for the
most direct access to the fishing pier. In addition, an access route connecting the parking lot to
the pier will be constructed to exceed accessibility requirements.
Groveland Oaks Park is a 362-acre park in northwest Oakland County surrounding 35-acre
Stewart Lake. The southern 197 acres of the park have been developed as a 269-unit modern
campground, while the northern 165 acres remain wooded and undeveloped except for a one-
mile paved trail loop. The park provides a variety of recreation opportunities, including
camping, camper cabins, swimming, water sliding, fishing, boating, picnicking, hiking, mini golf,
skateboarding, and the largest and perhaps busiest playscape in the Oakland County park
system. Pedal boats, rowboats, and kayaks are available for rent by day users and campers.
Specialty tricycles and quadcyles, as well as a hand-operated pedal boat, are available for rent
for use by people with disabilities.
PROJECT JUSTIFICATION AND SUPPORT
The Oakland County Park system was created in 1965 and has acquired more than 6,700 acres
of public land, including significant and rare natural areas, and developed thirteen public parks.
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MDNR) and Huron-Clinton Metropolitan
Authority (HCMA) have also acquired and developed regional park and recreation facilities in
Oakland County and elsewhere in SE Michigan. With 1.2 million people calling Oakland County
home and 4.7 million people living in SE Michigan, the numerous parks and recreation areas,
both those mentioned and the parks owned by the communities within the county, ensure
adequate public access without overuse of the resources and recreation opportunities they
desire.
This project proposes to install a universally accessible fishing pier at Groveland Oaks Park. The
fishing pier is planned for a location on Stewart Lake that is close to both campers and a parking
lot for day users. Groveland Oaks Park currently has no docks or piers from which people are
allowed to fish, although shore fishing is allowed. Park staff has received numerous requests
from park users for a fishing pier to allow them to access deeper areas of the lake without
having to bring or rent a boat. Deeper areas of the lake are known to contain a larger variety of
fish species. According to the Go Fishing! brochure describing the fishing opportunities on lakes
and rivers in Oakland County, Stewart Lake contains fishable populations of Largemouth Bass,
Bluegill, Black Crappie, and Pumpkinseed Sunfish; all native species. A copy of the brochure was
included in Oakland County's 2013 application to the MNRTF Program.
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Budg,et and Grant justification
Each year, staff for the OCPRC prepares a work plan budget to address the most critical
maintenance and repair needs and capital improvement projects to meet the safety and
recreation needs of park users. The work plan and budget for less critical maintenance, repair,
and capital improvement costs are projected out over the next fifteen years. As can be
expected, the needs of an aging park system always exceed the budget available.
This project is included in the 5-year recreation plan and is listed on the FY2013-2028 capital
improvement plan (CIP), with construction planned for 2015. By using grant funds, OCPR can
replace more facilities that are past their life expectancy, not fully accessible, and/or
inadequate for the current need, and provide new park experiences where there is a demand,
sooner than otherwise possible. In addition, obtaining grant funds allows us to budget for
facilities that may cost somewhat more to build, but will provide better access, a smaller
environmental footprint, and cost savings through decreased maintenance over the long-term.
The maintenance of the fishing pier will be incorporated into the grounds maintenance budgets
of the park. Staff anticipates that the current costs for overall operation and care of facilities
within the park system will not significantly increase following the completion of this project.
Attached is a copy of the FY2013 maintenance budget for the park system.
P R OJECT DES I GN
Location of ProVrt
This project arose from park users' requests, as Groveland Oaks Park currently has no docks or
piers from which people are allowed to fish, although shore fishing is allowed. The location of
the pier within the park was chosen based on a number of factors:
• The nearness to an existing day use parking lot;
• The rapid drop off of the lake bottom at the site to allow anglers to access the greater
variety of fish species at lower depths;
• The flat terrain of the land between the parking lot and the proposed pier location;
• The distance away from the beach, boat rental, and boat launch areas, to enhance
safety;
• The proximity of the pier to campers; and
• A restroom at the campground nearest to the pier available for use by anglers.
Groveland Oaks Park is located in Groveland Township, in the northeast corner of the county.
According to NRPA guidelines', regional parks such as Groveland Oaks draw from a service area
of about one hour's driving time. Given its location close to 1-75, this area includes a large part
of southeastern Michigan, including the cities of Detroit, Ann Arbor, Pontiac, Flint, and even
extending to East Lansing (driving time information obtained from www.bing.com ). Of course,
other factors influence people's choices of where to recreate, including the existence and
proximity of other parks. In addition to Groveland Oaks, other regional parks—Holly and
Ortonville State Recreation Areas, Seven Lakes State Park, and Rose Oaks and Springfield Oaks
County Parks—are all located in or near northwest Oakland County. Each park offers some of
the same amenities, which are primarily natural resource-based. However, given the
1 Recreation, Park, and Open Space Standards and Guidelines, National Recreation and Park Association, 1995.
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population of 4.7 million people in Oakland County and the counties surrounding it, the amount
of use supports multiple regional parks.
Oakland County Parks and Recreation recognizes and provides assistance to people in
communities in Oakland County who do not have the means to easily access Oakland County
Parks. Since 1982, the County's Recreation Assistance Partnership Program (RAPP) has
provided bus transportation to Oakland County Parks. One of the buses is fitted with a lift
system for accessibility. The county hopes to eventually replace all buses with accessible
passenger vehicles. OCRPC also brings recreation facilities and programs to communities in the
form of mobile stages, bounce houses, and other transportable recreation equipment. These
cervices are available to any community in the county for a cost, but communities may apply for
a grant to help offset the cost for their residents. Most recently, the Oakland County Parks and
Recreation Commission approved $150,000 to support the 2013 program, demonstrating the
strong support this program has from the commission. With the RAPP program, people who
might not otherwise have the means to visit Oakland County parks or enjoy the programs and
services we offer are able to do so at reduced cost and greater convenience.
Design Choices/ Universal Design
The proposed fishing pier will be built with all lowered railings (34 inches maximum) to allow
fishing from any part of the dock by people who use a wheel chair. There will a bench on the
dock so that people can choose to sit and fish. At least one tackle box stand will be provided.
There will be a level, eight-foot wide access route connecting the dock to the parking lot, and a
transition plate between the access route and the dock. In addition, more than the minimum
number of accessible parking spaces will be created in the large day use parking lot and at least
two will be located nearest to the access route to the pier. High-contrast directional signs will
be placed in appropriate locations to direct anglers to the pier.
Environmental Sustainability
Groveland Oaks is the first (non-golf course) park in Michigan to be certified by the Michigan
Turfgrass Environmental Stewardship Program (MTESP). MTESP certification requires the park
to exceed requirements of environmental laws, protect water resources, and enhance the
maintenance of turfgrass and open spaces.
Because the road way and parking lot have already been developed, placing the fishing pier
near the parking lot greatly reduces the need to clear or otherwise alter other, undisturbed
-sites within the park.
The fishing pier will be made of polyethylene with hollow sections for floatation. The beige
color allows sunlight to filter through and will not release chemicals into the water. Compared
to wood, the materials are long-lasting and virtually maintenance-free, thus preventing
environmental impact and saving cost from cleaning, painting, replacement, and employee
time. The couplers for the dock/launch system are constructed of at least 90% post/pre-
consumer recycled tire rubber. OCPRC uses helical piers as a standard practice to install docks
and piers. Helical piers are less disruptive to the area where they are installed, as no heavy
equipment disturbs the bottom of the lake and the piers are "screwed" in, which is less
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disruptive than digging and filling a hole. The parking lot and access routes will be surfaced
with aggregate (meeting all accessibility requirements, including slope and width) to prevent
surface water runoff into the lake.
In addition to the sustainable features of the facilities proposed in this application, Oakland
County Parks has already established the following green initiatives:
Recycling
• Recycling bins are available in many of the parks. At Groveland Oaks, plastic, steel, and
paper recycling bins are located in the camping areas and plastic recycling bins are
available in the day use areas.
• Park employees recycle plastic, metals, batteries, lights, and ink cartridges in special
collection containers.
• The entire park system now uses 100% recycled paper.
Cleaning products
• All park facilities use green cleaning products that are low in volatile organic
compounds, reducing the amount of toxins in the air.
Bio-fuel
• All park equipment runs on bio-diesel fuel to improve overall health and protect the
environment.
• Park maintenance staff have switched to bio-lubricants for cleaning and lubricating
equipment
Land and Water
• All parks now have designated "no mow zones," which will decrease the amount of gas
and energy used in maintaining park property and allow for natural plant progression.
• integrated Pest Management principles have been established to reduce the use of
chemical pesticides.
• Efforts are being made to propagate native plant material in Oakland County Parks'
newly acquired greenhouses, for use on park property.
• With the assistance of a DEQ grant, a stormwater management project has been
installed at Waterford Oaks County Park to protect water quality in the Clinton River
Watershed.
• Parking lot improvements include the installation of bioswales to prevent stormwater
runoff into streams and lakes in and adjacent to the parks.
Energy Conservation
• Energy audits have recently been conducted at facilities to identify improvements for
efficiency. Upgrades made as funding sources allow.
• Lighting changes funded through energy conservation grants have reduced energy
consumption.
• Employees participate in energy management procedures to eliminate the use of
personal electronic devices at the workplace.
• Energy management of HVAC systems is conducted at all park facilities through a
computer program.
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• Equipment replacement with Energy Star equipment is practiced.
Safety and Crime Prevention
Groveland Oaks County Park has a large entrance sign that is standard to the park system. The
park is fenced around its entire perimeter to prevent trespassing both into and out of the park
onto private property. There are directional signs on all major roads near the site and continue
on to direct travelers to the entrance.
The entrance is monitored by means of a contact station, which is staffed twenty-four hours a
day when the park is open. Registered campers are allowed to enter and leave the park
twenty-four hours a day as long as they have their camping pass in their vehicle. Day users are
not allowed into the park after 9:00 pm.
Within the park, there are exterior lights at the contact station and at all bath houses and
restrooms for the safety of visitors. Trails within the park do not cross park roads and are all
looped. As an extra security measure, Oakland County Sheriff Officers patrol the park regularly.
M a rice ring
The parks system's Communications and Marketing Unit functions as an in-house agency
providing communications, marketing, promotions, advertising, media relations, photography,
videography, design, printing, signage, and website content development for the county's
thirteen parks and golf courses.
Information is communicated via the system's award-winning portal 2, DestinationOakland.c
Facebook, Twitter, news releases, magazines, newspapers, and 300+ outside websites,
including Travel Michigan.
Community Connections Initiative, a quarterly newsletter, is emailed to all of Oakland County's
cities, villages and townships and is posted on DestinationOakland.com .
Additionally, e-marketing messages are sent to more than 91,000 individuals who have opted in
to receive information on parks, programs, special events and discount offers.
In 2011, a print campaign was initiated with The Oakland Press, a daily newspaper with a
Sunday circulation of 72,000 and 3.5 million page views. The Special section focuses on
outdoor recreation, including camping, golf, waterparks, and more.
Four-color brochures are distributed twice annually at local libraries, Great Lakes Crossing Mall,
real estate offices, boy/girl scouts, sports shops, city/village/township offices, recreation
departments, chambers of commerce, and Oakland County offices.
2 Recognized as an "Outstanding Agency Website" by the national organization, the Center for Digital Government,
in 2010. Websites were judged on innovation, functionality, and efficiencies.
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Oakland County has developed a very strong tie to the people it serves who have a disability.
Our partnerships with more than 30 non-profit agencies, schools, and disabled sports
organizations enable us to cooperatively provide and advertise unique recreation options. Two
certified therapeutic recreation specialists and one special education teacher coordinate
programs and assist individuals in participating in all programs.
Inclusion services are offered to encourage and enhance opportunities for people with varying
abilities to participate in programs and events hosted by Oakland County Parks. Oakland
County Parks encourages and supports the participation of individuals with disabilities in all
programs.
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COUNTY PARKS
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Groveland Oaks
DNR Grant Application
Fishing Pier
Oakland County Parks and Recreation
2800 Watkins Lake Road
Waterford, MI
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FISCAL NOTE (MISC. #13044) March 6, 2013
BY: FINANCE COMMITTEE, TOM MIDDLETON, CHAIRPERSON
IN RP: PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION -- SUPPORT OF APPLICATION FOR A
2013 MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES RECREATION PASSPORT
FUND PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT GRANT FOR A UNIVERSALLY ACCESSIBLE FISHING
PIER AT GROVELAND OAKS COUNTY PARK
TO THE OAKLAND COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
Pursuant to Rule XII-C of this Board, the Finance Committee has reviewed the above
referenced resolution and finds:
1. The Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission has been notified by the
Michigan Department of Natural Resources that applications for cost sharing
grants from the Recreation Passport Fund Program are to be submitted by April
1,2013.
2. A grant application in the amount of $26,700 (75% of total project costs) will
assist to increase the number of parking spaces closest to the fishing pier at
Stewart Lake.
3. A grant match of $8,900 (25% of total project costs) is budgeted in the Oakland
County Parks and Recreation FY 2013 — FY 2015 Capital Improvement Program.
4. A budget amendment is not required.
FINANCE COMMITTEE VOTE:
Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
Resolution #13044 March 6, 2013
Moved by Bosnic supported by Quarles the resolutions (with fiscal notes attached) on the Consent
Agenda be adopted (with accompanying reports being accepted).
AYES: Dwyer, Gershenson, Gosselin, Hatchett, Hoffman, Jackson, Long, Matis, McGillivray,
Middleton, Quarles, Scott, Spisz, Weipert, Woodward, Zack. (18)
NAYS: None. (0)
A sufficient majority having voted in favor, the resolutions (with fiscal notes attached) on the Consent
Agenda were adopted (with accompanying reports being accepted).
EREBY APPROVE THIS RESOLUTION
CHIEF DEPUTY COUNTY EXECUIWE
ACTING PURSUANT TO MCL 45.559A (7)
STATE OF MICHIGAN)
COUNTY OF OAKLAND)
I, Lisa Brown, Clerk of the County of Oakland, do hereby certify that the foregoing resolution is a true and
accurate copy of a resolution adopted by the Oakland County Board of Commissioners on March 6, 2013,
with the original record thereof now remaining in my office.
In Testimony Whereof, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of the County of Oakland at
Pontiac, Michigan this 6th day of March, 2013.
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Lisa Brown, Oakland County