HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolutions - 2006.07.20 - 28163July 20, 2006
REPORT (misc. 106140)
BY: Planning & Building Committee, Charles E. Palmer, Chairperson
RE: PARKS AND RECREATION — SUPPORT FOR SUBMISSION OF GRANT
APPLICATION TO THE MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL
RESOURCES TRUST FUND TO PROVIDE MATCHING FUNDS FOR THE
UPPER BUSHMAN LAKE ACQUISITION
TO: THE OAKLAND COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
The Planning & Building Committee, having reviewed the above referenced
resolution on July 11, 2006, Reports with the recommendation the Resolution be
adopted.
Chairperson, on behalf of the Planning & Building Committee, I submit the
foregoing Report.
PLANNING & BUILDING COMMITTEE
Planning & Building Committee vote:
Motion carried on a unanimous roll call vote.
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION # 06140 July 20, 2006
BY: GENERAL GOVERNMENT COMMITTEE, William R. Patterson, Chairperson
IN RE: PARKS AND RECREATION — SUPPORT FOR SUBMISSION OF GRANT
APPLICATION TO THE MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
TRUST FUND TO PROVIDE MATCHING FUNDS FOR THE UPPER BUSHMAN LAKE
ACQUISITION
TO: OAKLAND COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS, the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission has been
notified that applications for the Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund may be
submitted for 2006 funding; and
WHEREAS, the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission has
resolved on JUNE 7, 2006 to submit an application for the following grant, UPPER
BUSHMAN LAKE ACQUISITION; and
WHEREAS, the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission has the
required grant match funds available to expand the development of the parks; and
WHEREAS, the purpose of said grant is to provide open space, facilities and
recreational opportunities for all residents of Oakland County; and
WHEREAS, the grant meets the goals and objectives of the Oakland County
Recreational Master Plan — February 6, 2002.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners authorizes the Parks and Recreation Commission to submit said grant
application as stated above, with said monies for this project to come from Parks and
Recreation funds and funds awarded as a result of this grant application.
Chairperson, on behalf of the General Government Committee, I move the
adoption of the foregoing resolution.
GENERAL GOVERNMENT COMMITTEE
GENERAL GOVERNMENT COMMITTEE VOTE:
Motion carried on a roll call vote with Hatchett absent.
Jon Noyes
From: Greg Givens igivensg@co.oakland.mi.usi
Sent: Friday, June 30, 2006 10:47 AM
To: Doyle, Larry; Matkosky, Joe; Noyes, Jon; Stencil, Dan
Cc: Frederick, Candace; Smith, Laverne; Mitchell, Sheryl; Pardee, Mary; Hanger, Helen; Wenzel,
Nancy; Johnston, Brenthy; Worthington, Pam
Subject: GRANT REVIEW SIGN OFF — Parks and Recreation / Bushman Lake
GRANT REVIEW SIGN OFF - Parks and Recreation
GRANT NAME: 2006 Upper Bushman Lake Acquisition
FUNDING AGENCY: Michigan Department of Natural Resources DEPARTMENT CONTACT PERSON: Jon
Noyes - 8-4624
STATUS: Application (Grantor agency requires a resolution with application submission)
DATE: June 30, 2006
Pursuant to Misc. Resolution #01320, please be advised the captioned grant materials have
completed internal grant review. Below are the comments returned by review departments.
Please note the grantor agency requires a resolution for this application. The captioned
grant materials and grant application package (which should include at application Report
from Fiscal Services to the Chairperson of the Board of Commissioners, Board of
Commissioners' Liaison Committee Resolution, the grant application, and this email
containing grant review comments) may be requested to be placed on the appropriate Board
of Commissioners' committee(s) for grant approval of a resolution related to this
application.
Department of Management and Budget:
Approved.- Laurie Van Pelt (6/19/2006)
Department of Human Resources:
Approved. - Nancy Scarlet (6/19/2006)
Risk Management and Safety:
Approved By Risk Management [per conversation]- Andrea Plotkowski
(6/30/2006)
Corporation Counsel:
There are no outstanding legal issues concerning the above application. Joellen Shortley
(6/30/2006)
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JUN-30-2006 FRI 09:16 AM ' FAX NO,
REPORT TO THE CHAIRPERSON, OAKLAND COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
BY: Fiscal Services Division
IN RE: PARKS AND RECREATION - SUPPORT FOR SUBMISSION OF GRANT APPLCCATION TO
THE MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT or NATURAL RESOURCES TRUST FUND TO PROVIDE MATCHING
FUNDS FOR THE UPPER BUSHMAN LAKE ACQUISITION
The Fiscal Services Division has reviewed the above referenced grant
application and finds:
1) The application is due by August 1, 2006.
2) This is the first year of the award with the Michigan Department
of Natural Resources.
3) The grant period is from acceptance through April 1, :007.
4) The application requests funding in the amount'of $4,!,00,000 with
$1,900,000 (42t) State Funds and $2,600,00 (S(A) loca7. match
coming from i mil Parks Pund revenues.
S) Application and acceptance of this grant does not obl...gate the
coUnty to any future commitment and continuation of the grant is
contingent upon continued future levels of grant fundi.ng.
Informational Copy:
GeneralGovernment Committee
Planning and Building Committee
Finance Committee
Oakland County
GRANT REVIEW
FULL APPLICATION
OAKLAND COUNTY
Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund — Application Review
UPPER BUSHMAN LAKE ACQUISITION
Operating Department: Oakland County Parks and Recreation
Oakland County
GRANT REVIEW FORM
TO: REVIEW DEPARTMENTS:
Laurie Van Pelt — Management and Budget
Ed Poisson — Human Resources
Julie Secontine — Risk Management and Safety
Pat Davis — Corporation Council
RE: GRANT CONTRACT REVIEW — Oakland County Parks and Recreation (OCPR)
GRANT: Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund Grant —
UPPER BUSHMAN LAKE ACQUISITION
GRANTOR: Michigan Department of Natural Resources
Please be advised the above referenced grant application was put into contract review today. A
hard copy of these materials has been sent to you for review. Please provide your review stating
your APPROVAL, APPROVAL WITH MODIFICATION, or DISAPPROVAL, with supporting
comments, via reply (to all) of this email.
Time Frame for Returned Comments: June 28, 2006
GRANT INFORMATION
Date: June 14, 2006
Operating Department: Oakland County Parks and Recreation
Department Contact: Jon Noyes
Contact Phone: 858-4624
Other ID Number:
REVIEW STATUS: Application
Funding Period: 04/06-04/07
New Facility / Additional Office Space Needs: No
IT Resources (New Computer Hardware / Software Needs or Purchases): No
Funding Continuation/New: New
Application Total Project Amount: $4,500,000
Prior Year Total Funding:
New Grant Funded Positions Requested: 0
Changes to Current Positions: 0
Grantor Funds: $1,900,000 (42%)
Total Budget: $4,500,000
Match: $2,600,000 (58%)
Source: % mil Parks and Recreation Funding
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Oakland County
GRANT REVIEW FORM
PROJECT SYNOPSIS
OAKLAND COUNTY
Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund — Application Review
UPPER BUSHMAN LAKE ACQUISITION
Acquisition Target Description
Upper Bushman Lake Property
The Upper Bushman Lake property is located in Independence Township adjacent to
Independence Oaks County Park within the headwaters of the Clinton River. The property is
bordered to the north by Oakhill Road, a gravel collector; to the east by Sashabaw Road, a paved
major collector road; to the south by five residential parcels and Independence Oaks County
Park; and to the west is a residential subdivision (See Property Location Map attached).
This proposed acquisition consists of 188 acres of gently rolling hills, wooded and open wetlands
and a 31-acre lake. The property is adjacent to Independence Oaks County Park, interconnected
through the wetlands system surrounding the Clinton River. This property displays many of the
same natural features characteristic of Independence Oaks.
A wide diversity of plants and animals inhabit this area including the threatened Red Shouldered
Hawk and the Endangered Species Candidate - Eastern Massasauga Rattlesnake. This property
is one of the last pristine parcels of its size in the area. The acquisition and preservation of this
property by Oakland County Parks and Recreation is supported by state and local agencies.
The property contains three residential structures. One is a historic farm house dating back to
1888, located close to Sashabaw Road on the south side of the lake. Another smaller and less
significant residential structure is located in the northeast portion of the property. The main
structure is a large residence located on the east side of the lake, several hundred feet off
Sashabaw Road. All three structures are in good or excellent condition.
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Site Description
Location: 9975 Sashabaw Road; 10275 Sashabaw Road; 5511 Oakhill Road, Section 3,
Independence Township; Adjacent to Independence Oaks County Park
Type of Property Two parcels with a combined gross area of 188.09-acres (+/-); 4 residential
buildings in good or excellent condition; large areas of wetlands; a 31 acre lake entirely within
the boundary of the property
Estimated Value (Current-Approximate): $4,500,000
Zoning: Low Density, Single Family residential development
Acquisition Context
Staff has considered the following characteristics of the Upper Bushman Lake property and the
surrounding area in proposing this acquisition:
• The Upper Bushman Lake is a Significant Natural Area, as identified by the Michigan
Natural Features Inventory, adjacent to Independence Oaks County Park. The acquisition of
this area would effectively insure the preservation of over 1000 acres of contiguous habitat in
the headwaters of the Clinton River.
• The Upper Bushman property and Independence Oaks touch but do not share a common
boundary. Trail connectivity could be established through additional land acquisitions or
property easements through the wetlands along the Clinton River.
• The good condition of existing structures on the site could allow for rapid conversion to
public facilities.
• Utility easements on the property could create opportunities for trail linkages.
• Local support for green space preservation and trail connectivity has been building in recent
years.
Site Concept
OCPR staff has proposed the following uses for the Upper Bushman Lake property:
• Green-space/Natural Area Preservation and Stewardship
• Passive Recreation including hiking and skiing
• Trail Linkages with the Oakland County Trail Network — Oak Routes
• Public Fishing Access
• Educational Program/Conference Facilities
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Proposal for Ma\IRTF Grant Application
OCPR staff is seeking Commission approval to submit an application for financial assistance
from the 2006 Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund (MNRTF) for the purpose of acquiring
the 188-acre Upper Bushman Lake property.
A budget for this acquisition, based on figures from 2000, is as follows:
Estimated Estimated
Incidental Expenditures Costs
Prorated Taxes: $4,000
Recording Fees: $100
Transfer Tax: $2,600
Title Insurance: $2,000
Appraisal Fees: $16,200
Plaque: $60
Closing Fees: $10,000
Environmental Assessment: $15,000
Total (Round to Nearest $50 000
Hundred): '
Estimated Acquisition Project Costs
Incidental Expenditure: $50,000
Estimated Value: $4,450,000
Total Acquisition Costs: $4,500,000
MNRTF Grant Funds (42%): $1,900,000
Local Match (58%): $2,600,000
Local matching funds will be allocated from the VI mil parks and recreation levy.
NO GENERAL FUND DOLLARS WILL BE REQUESTED FOR THE PURCHASE OF THE
PROPOSED HIGHLAND TOWNSHIP LAND ACQUISITION.
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Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund
OAKLAND COUNTY
Upper Bushman Lake Acquisition
August 1, 2006
Operating Department: Oakland County Parks and Recreation
Michigan Department of Natural !Resources, Grants Management
2006 MICHIGAN NATURAL RESOURCES TRUST FUND
GRANT APPLICATION
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
For detailed Instructions on applying for a grant, refer to the 2006 Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund (MNRTF)
Application Guidelines booklet.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Mailed applications must be postmarked by the US Postal Service no later than midnight on April 1, 2006.
• A secondary deadline for acquisition applications only will be accepted on August 1, 2006.
An approved, up-to-date recreation plan is a prerequisite for applicant eligibility. This plan must be locally-adopted and
approved by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources' (MR) Grants Management by April 1 st for the primary
deadline or locally adopted and approved by the Michigan DNR by August l't for the secondary acquisition deadline.
Only final, locally approved plans and plan amendments will be approved by the Michigan MR.
APPLICATION CONTENT
A complete application for a 2006 MN RIP grant consists of all of the following as further described In the 2006 MNRTF
Application Guidelines booklet
1. The following materials are required for all applications:
CI On e MNISTP Grant Application PR5750, completed and signed;
CI Two copies of the Project Summary and Need Statement;
CI Appendix A - Lxplanation of Match Sources, if required;
CI Two 8-1/2" x 11" project location maps;
Cl Two 8-1/2" x 11" preliminary site development plans;
1:1 Photos of the site (recommended, but not required);
lp One copy of the advance notice and minutes of a meeting held to take public comments on the application;
CI One certified resolution from the governing body;
CI One copy of the letter transmitting the Notice of Intent PR5750-2, to the Regional Clearinghouse and one copy of
the completed Notice of Intent PR5750-2;
El Letters or other documentation required supporting information Included In the application;
CI An environmental report, if required.
2. For acquisition proposals, the following additional materials:
CI Two 8-1/2" x 11" plat or parcel maps with subject parcels highlighted;
U If applicable, the Disclosure and Certification Statements for Purchase Agreements and Options (PR1923-1) and a
copy of the purchase option or agreement.
3. For development proposals, the following additional materials:
One 8-1/2" x 11" map delineating legal boundaries of the park site;
C.:1 One copy of preliminary floor plans and elevation drawings for any proposed buildings or other structures;
U One copy of the Documentation of Site Control PR5750-4.
Direct any questions to the Grants Management staff assigned to specific areas of the state.
(refer to the map provided with the application package)
or Telephone (517) 373-9125 or TTY/TDD 711 (Michigan Relay Center)
A large print version of this application is available upon request.
PLEASE DO NOT FAX APPLICATION MATERIALS OR BIND OR STAPLE THE APPLICATION MATERIALS.
UsE Or BINDER CLIPS OR RUBBER BANDS IS RECOMMENDED.
PLEASE COMPLETE AND SUBMIT THE ORIGINAL APPLICATION FORM, NOT A PHOTOCOPY.
>>>>>>>>>>>>> Tear Off This Sheet Before Submitting Application <<«<<««<«
PR575n (Nev. 01/04/2006)
Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund
APPLICATION FORM 5750
FORM 5750 - SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION
OAKLAND COUNTY
Upper Bushman Lake Acquisition
Operating Department: Oakland County Parks and Recreation
For DNR use only
App. #
Region #
Michigan Department of Natural Resources — Grants Management
2006 IVINRTF GRANT APPLICATION
This information Is requested by authority of Part 19 of Act 451 of 1994, to be considered for a recreation grant.
This application must be completed in full to apply for a grant from the
Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund.
A large print version of this application is available upon request.
1. Name of government unit (Applicant) Federal lb # (Required for local units of govt) County
Oakland County 386-004-876 Oakland
Name of Authorized Representative (responsible for project day-to-day) Title
Joseph P. Figa, Jr. Chief of Design and Development
Address Telephone (between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.)
2800 Watkins Lake Road ( 248 ) 858 - 4620
City State Zip Code Fax e-mail
Waterford MI 48328 ( 248 ) 858 - 1683 f igaj @co . oakland.mi . us
2. Project Title Be as brief, yet descriptive, as possible and Include the site name, If available.
tipper Sushman Lake Acquisition
3. Brief description of proposal include the primary scope Items (development) or the amount of acreage to be purchased (acquisition); presence of
sighificant natural resources (by name) or water (by name) at the site; and overall purpose of project.
The intent of this proposal is to acquire the 188-acre Upper Bushman Lake property
including a 31-acre lake, wetland, forested lowlands and open meadows.
4. Site Location For projects which cross more than one jurisdiction, list all on a separate sheet and show the political boundaries on all maps.
InCity °Village ElTownshlp Name of City, Village or Township Independence
Address of site zip code
9975 Sashabaw Road; 10275 Sashanaw Road; 5511 oakhill Road 48348
County Town, Range ahd Section Numbers for Site Location Latitude/Longitude at Park Entrance
Oakland TAN. - R.9E. 13390277.8/471670.95
5. State House District State Senate District U.S, Congressional District
44 12 8
6. Proposal Type indicate if the application is for a development project or an acquisition project (cannot be both).
0 beveiopment or 0 Acquisition
Ta. Total Project Cost and Grant Amount requested NINRTP
Grant request amounts MUst be rounded to the nearest hundred dollars.
I. Grant Amount Requested -
The grant amount requested cannot exceed 75% of the total project cost for MNRTF. For a development application,
It cannot be less than $15,000 or more than $500,000. There are ho minimum or maximum grant amounts for
acquisition applications. $ 1,900,000
li. Applicant's Matching Funds -
Indicate the dollar amount of the match commitment. 1 $ 2,600,00C
ill. Total Project Cost -
This amount must equal the total of the prolect scope or acquisition costs from Part III. $ 4,500,000
Iv. Indicate the percentage of the match commitment -
Must be at least 25% of the total project cost as indicated In Part III. %
'7b. Project cost and grant amount requested for phased acquisition projects only.
Grant request amounts must be rounded to the nearest hundred dollars. 2006 2007 2008
I. Grant Amount Requested -
The grant amount requested cannot exceed 75% of the total project cost for each phase. $ 1' 960, 0°C $ $
II. Applicant's Matching Funds -
Indicate the dollar amount of the match commitment for each phase, $ 2,600,000 $ $
iii. Total Project Cost per phase 4 5 0 0 ' 0 0 C $ , $
iv. Indicate the percentage of the match commitment -
Must be at least 25% for each phase. 5 8 ly,, % %
1810
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8. Sources of Local Match
Complete the chart below arid Appendix A, if heeded. Sources of match must add up to the total local match that Is needed as Indicated
on line Tall. (See the 2006 MNRTF Application Guidelines booklet for details).
SOURCE LOCAL MATCH AMOUNT
a) General Funds or Local Restricted Funds (applicant's own cash) $ 2,600,000
b) Force Account Labor (applicant's own paid labor) $
c) Federal or State Funds (other than MNIRTP, complete appendix A) $
d) Cash Donations (complete appendix A) $
e) Donated Labor and/or Materials (complete appendix A) $
f) Donated Land Value (acquisitions only; complete appendix A) $
TOTAL MATCH $ 2,600,000
9. Applicant's current year budget for parks and recreation
Local government applicants only. Enter total dollars budgeted for perks and recreation for the current year; if unknown, enter total spent In prior year.
Parks Operation and Maintenance Recreation Programming Capital Outlay
$23,086,468 $ 4,310,943 $ See Attached
10. Estimated annual operation and maintenance costs associated with the proposed project
Indicate the cost and percentage of the total budget for parks and recreation this project will represent.
$4,000 Explain Estimate based on similarly managed park facility
_
11. Principal source of operation and maintenance funding for the proposed project once completed
°General Funds ElPark Millage DPark Fees °Other (Specify)
12. Applicant has one or more of the following (check all that apply)
1=1Citizeh Recreation body which Is established by LIPull-Time Park and/or Recreation Director (Name and Title)
12State Legislation Dan Stencil, Executive officer
(If the citizen recreation body was created by State
statute, provide the public act number and year enacted) °Part-Time Park and/or Recreation Director (Name and Title)
DLocal Ordinance
OGoverning body Officials Appointed To Committee 12CommunIty School Director (Name and brief description of Director's role)
1::1Volunteers Appointed by Governing body
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13. School bistrict Applicants Only
a. Recreational opportunities for the general public are available at school facilities (check all that apply) ,
During Normal School Hours °Outside Normal School Hours °During the Slimmer
b. What percentage of time (on an annual basis) will the recreation opportunities provided by this project be available to the general public?
% per year
14. Public Participation Applicants must hold a public meeting within six (6) months prior to the application deadline, at which the public
has an opportunity to comment on the proposal. There must be advance public notice for the meeting that identifies the application as
an agenda Item, provides a brief description and specific location of the project and Indicates the applicant's intent to apply for grant
assistance.
bate of the Public Meeting 'nine 7,2006 IMPORTANT Attach a copy of the public notice and meeting minutes.
Applicants are also encouraged to make specific efforts to seek input from individual residents arid landowners adjacent to the
project site, adjacent communities, or others who would be directly affected by the project.
Additional efforts taken to Inform affected residents or others and summary of resulting comments:
15. Population of the project service area 1,194,156 county
NOTE The population served by the project Is based on the applicant's population, but may be smaller or larger. Please justify the
service population you report here In Part 2.b. of the Project Summary and Need Statement. (See the 2006 MNPTF Application
Guidelines booklet, Chapter 3.)
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16. Date application was submitted for regional planning review (required by E.O. 12372)
Applicants are required to submit a Notice of intent (Pk 5750-2) to the appropriate regional planning agency for review.
IMPORTANT - Attach a copy of the transmittal letter and a copy of the completed Date of Submittal Notice of Intent form with the application. Submit the original letter
and form • he re. lona' •lanning clearinghouse.
17. Recreation Plan Applicants are required to have a recreation plan approved by and on file with the bNR by the application due date.
The proposal Is justified on page(s) 77 -79,95,125
18a. Has applicant closed, sold, or transferred any parkland or recreation facilities in the past five (5) years?
EiYes LINo If Yes, on a separate sheet of paper, provide the type and name of the park or recreation land, and the reason(s)
it was closed, sold, or transferred.
lab. Does applicant have a "Residents Only" policy for this park or other parks or recreation facilities?
ElYes f:INo If Yes, on a separate sheet of paper, provide an explanation of any "resident only" restriction for the use of parks,
recreation facilities, or events at facilities owned or operated by the applicant. NOTE: Grant-assisted sites and
facilities cannot be limited to residents onl
18c. Do you now, or do you intend in the future to, charge an entrance fee to the project site?
LlYes ON° If Yes, provide a copy of your current or proposed fee schedule and describe any fee reduction programs or policies
you offer to persons of low-Income status.
18d. How will the public be reasonably able to access this site?
Automobile Lfres No Boat :Ns [No Bus EYes EN° Non-Motorized Trail MYes EN° =
Motorized Trail ElYes _,No Pedestrian Eyes ONo Other (describe) EYes ON° 11_
19a. Will the proposed project provide access to, preserve or protect any significant natural resources? ElYes IDNo
I:Wetlands Acres 109 11Pigeon River State Forest Land Acres
OState or Federal Dedicated Wilderness or Natural Area Acres EIGreat Lakes Shoreline Frontage feet
CSand bUtles Acres °State or Federal Rare or t ndangered Species Species
LIGreat Lakes Connecting Waters
(Detroit, a Mary's, or St. Clair Rivers; Lake St. Clair) Frontage feet OState or Federal Dedicated Natural Rivers Frontage feet
1:10ther significant feature, as defined by the MI Natural Features inventory program Feature Priority one Designation
Approx. extent of occurrence (acres) 14 5
19b. t3riefly describe how the project will protect, preserve, or provide new or Increased access, including the type of access provided
(swimming, fishing, hiking, scenic views, etc.). Refer to specific project scope Items, as appropriate.
See Attached
19c. It your project Includes the acquisition or development of a linear strip of land (for example, the purchase of a former railroad
corridor), describe the ownership and protection status of adjacent significant natural resources, as defined by the MNIRTF program
criteria, that will be accessed by this project.
See Attached
IMPORTANT - The application will be strengthened with documentation from outside experts that verifies the type, quantity and quality of
the significant natural resources. The presence and extent of these resources should be clearly depicted on the site plan.
20a. Will the proposed project provide new or increased inland water? LlYes 1:1No
Name the inland water (lake, river, stream, pond, Impoundment) tipper tiushman
Specify acreage (for lakes, ponds, Impoundments) or frontage In feet (for lakes, rivers and streams) 31-33 acres
20b. Briefly describe how the project will protect, preserve, or provide new or Increased access to the inland water, including the type
of access provided (swimming, fishing, boating, scenic views, etc.) Refer to specific project scope Items, as appropriate
See Attached
20c. For acquisition projects only, will the project permanently protect an entire inland water body or river headwaters? EYes I:No
(Explain)
See Attached
IMPORTANT The location of the Inland waters should be clearly deolcted on the site elan
21a. Will the proposed project provide new opportunities for one or more of the following? El Yes 1:1 No
E Hunting , Fishing Other Wildlife-Related Recreation Activities 0 Fish or Wildlife Habitat Protection
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21b. Briefly describe what opportunities will be provided for hunting, fishing, other wildlife-related recreation activities or habitat protection.
See Attached
21c. Briefly describe how the project will provide these opportunities. Refer to specific project scope items, as appropriate. Include
Information on the specific seasons In which hunting/fishing will be allowed.
See Attached
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21d. If your project includes the acquisition or development of a linear strip of land (for example, the purchase of a former
railroad corridor) describe the ownership and protection status of adjacent lands and water bodies that the project will provide access
to for hunting, fishing, or other wildlife-related recreation.
Not Applicable
INIPORTANTAttach documentation from DNR fisheries or wildlife biologists or other experts that indicate the type, quantity
and quality of the existing fish or wildlife resources, the need for additional fishing or hunting access, and/or the
need for habitat protection.
22. Economic benefits of the proposed project (Check all that apply)
01-he proposed project will provide for Increased private Investment In the area estimated at $ by the year
1:1The proposed project will provide for new permanent Jobs in the area, estimated at by the year
Lithe proposed project will attract additional tourists,* estimated at by the year
arhe proposed project is part of a local or regional economic development or redevelopment plan for the area.
Plan nettle Plan date
Plan prepared by
IMPORTANT If any of the above are checked, the rationale and methods for numerical estimates provided must be included In the
Project Summary and Need Statement (see Part IV). Also attach letters from local or regional planning agencies,
economic development agencies, tourist associations, and local businesses and/or copies or excerpts from economic
development or redevelopment plans that justify and support the economic development benefits Indicated above.
* Additional users are not considered additional tourists unless the application demonstrates that the persons are from outside
the service area and will spend money while visiting the area.
PART Ii SITE ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Part II must be completed for all acquisition applications and for development applications if any portion of the project site is not
currently owned or otherwise controlled by the applicant and/or has been used for purposes other than parks and recreation in the
past 10 years. if the project Includes multiple parcels with different owners or histories, a checklist must be completed for each parcel.
r1Check here If Part II does not apply and explain why
A. PROPERTY CHECKLIST - The checklist should be completed In conjunction with the landowner and anyone else that
would have knowledge about the site. vas* 143 Ure
1. Is any portion of the property used for industrial purposes, including manufacturing and/or minerals processing or extraction
(sand, gravel, oil or gas) at this time? 11 H Fl
2. Does the applicant, landowner or others have knowledge that any portion of the property has been used for purposes listed in
Question #1 in the past? Fl 171 n
3. Does the applicant, landowner or others have knowledge that any of the adjoining properties are currently being used or
have been used in the past for the purposes listed In Question #1? CI Fl 11
4. is any portion of the property used at this time for a gas station, motor vehicle service or repair facility, commerdal printirig
facility, dry cleaners, photo developing lab, junkyard, landfill, waste treatment. storaoe. orocessino or recydino or disoosal facility? n pi
5. Does the applicant, landowner or others have knowledge that the oroPetty has been used in the Past as indicated in °upsilon #42 n PI •
6. Are any of the following stored, discarded or used on the property at this time — automotive or industrial batteries, pestiddes or
other chemicals used In agricultural practices, paints, Industrial waste or other chemicals In drums or other containers? 17 Fl n
7, Does the applicant, landowner or others have knowledge that the Property has been used in the past as indicated in Due9tbn #6? Fl Ed n
8. Is there fill dirt or other fill material on the property at this time from an unknown orloin? El Fl Fl
9. Does the applicant, landowner or others have knowledge that fill dirt or other fill material of unknown origin has been placed on
the property in the past? n Fl n
10. At this time Is there any evidence of leaks, spill or stains from a substance other than water or does the applicant, landowner
or others have knowledge that there has been such a leak, spill or stain in the past? 11 Fl IEI
II. Are there any waste disposal pits, lagoons or ponds on the property at this time? n 171 El
12. Does the applicant, landowner or others have knowledge that there have been waste disposal pits, lagoons or ponds on the
property in the past? ri r.-.1 ri
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13. Are there any registered or unregistered storage tanks on the property at this time?- El 0 ...
' 14. Does the applicant, landowner or others have knowledge that there have been registered or unregistered storage tanks on the
property tn the past? LI 0 LI . _.. .. _. . _
15. If there is a water well on the property, does the applicant, landowner or others have knowledge that contaminants have been
Identified lri the well that exceeded legal standards or has the well been Identified as contaminated by a...government agency? LI LI LI
16. Has the landowner been notified about any current violations of environmental laws pertaining to activities on the property or
does applicant, landowner or others have knowledge about past violations? n LI 0
17. Has the landowner been notified of any environmental assessments of the property that Identified a) the presence of hazardous
substances, petroleum products or contamination; or b) the need for further assessment? _ 0 0 LI
18. 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, burled or burned on the property? 0 0 0
19. Is the property listed on any federal or state list of contaminated sites, Including the site of a leaking underground storage tank? 0 E] LI
* Applications to acquire or develop property that have current or past uses that suggest there may be contamination will be considered for funding
it; based on the additional Information in the application, it appears the property can and will be made safe br Its intended use.
** Unknown. Applications to develop or acquire property for which there is inadequate information about site conditions may not be considered for
grant funding.
B. Additional information
If answers to any of the questions In the Property Checklist are "Yes," an Environmental Report must also be prepared and submitted
with the Application. The Environmental Report should be no more than five (5) pages and should include information under the
following headings. Refer to the specific guidance Included In Chapter 3, Section C, Part It of the 2006 MNI3TF Application Guidelines
booklet for the information that should be Included in this section.
1. Title Page 2. Site Conditions 3. Environmental Assessment Results 4. Assessment and Cleanup Actions Needed
5. Implementation Responsibilities 6. Schedule 7. Confirmation Statement
PART III ESTIMATED COSTS AND ADDITIONAL PROJECT INFORMATION
When completing this section, keep In mind that the appropriation of funds for successful MNRIP proposals may take as long as 18
months from the date of submission; your estimates should take this Into consideration. For development projects, requirements for
barrier-free accessibility as required by State and federal law should be factored into the costs.
SECTION A — DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS ONLY
1. Applicant's legal interest In the site (check one)
°Pee Simple LjLease DEasement (=lather (Explain)
IMPORTANT To be eligible, the application must include the completed Documentation of Site ControirR 5750-4) and the required
attachments. Any form of control other than fee simple. Including lease and easement terms. Is subiect to DNR annroval.
2. PROJECT COST ESTIMATE
List the specific development scope Items (trail construction, parking lot paving, landscaping) rather than aspects of project execution
(materials, labor, equipment). Scope items listed In this section should be clearly marked on the preliminary site plan to differentiate
Items proposed under this grant from existing or future development. Specify sizes and quantities where appropriate (length of trail,
number of picnic tables, for example).
Do not Include Ineligible Items such as engineering costs beyond 10% of the subtotal and contingencies. Applications that Include
Ineligible scope items may be eliminated from consideration.
SCOPE nms i SIZE OR
(limit each Item descriptiorl to 25 characters - bo Net Abbreviate) 1 QUANTITY I COST (MUST I3E liOUNbED TO NEAREST $100)
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2 .00
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6 $ 00
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9
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$ .00
10
MNRTF Plaque $60.00 1 4 .00
Permit Fees I 1$ .00
Subtotal $ .00
Engineering (NOTE professional design services are required to complete a
MNRIP project. These fees may not exceed 10% of subtotal) $ .00
Total Estimated Cost $ *
* This Total Amount must match Item #7.a.111. of Part I of this application al-
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3. PERMIT ISSUES Applicants must Identify all possible local, state and federal permits that may be required for the proposed project and,
at a minimum, make initial contact with permitting authorities. Briefly describe the permits that are likely to be needed for this project and
what efforts have been taken to apply for these permits.
Attach any letters to or from permitting agencies or other documentation of the efforts taken.
Type of Permit Permitting Agency efforts Taken to Obtain Permlkor Determine Permit Renuirements
If the applicant has determined that no permits are needed, indicate so below.
Appropriate research has been done and It has been determined that no local, state or federal permits are needed for this project.
IMPORTANT It Is the responsibility of the Applicant/Grantee to determine the need for and obtain all required permits.
Approval of a grant does not indicate that the project will receive needed permits from the DNR or any other state
_ agencies.
4. Have any costs been Incurred toward construction of the proposed project? i=1Yes ONo
If Yes, explain
SECTION B - LAND ACQUISITION PROJECTS
1. Has landowner been contacted regarding availability of parcel(s)? (check one) LIYes ONo
2. Has landowner indicated parcel(s) Is available for purchase? (check one) ElYes EINo
3. Has any formal offer to purchase been extended or a purchase agreement or option been executed? (check one)
Li Yes El No IF YES, Include a completed and signed Disclosure and Certification Statement for Purchase Agreements and Options form
(PR 1923-1) and a copy of the offer, agreement, or option.
4. Has any payment been made toward the acquisition? (Check One)
Lj Yes n N. If YES, these costs cannot be Included as part of the total acquisition costs arid are not eligible for reimbursement with grant
funds, or as match toward the grant.
5. Parcel Information tables
Itemize estimated cost information for each tercel. rorthased brolerts the hatcels aert rinliar arm' intc nrrwiripri qtini ild Ihrli It'll, gill hi-tmgat
I I I I (1) I (2)
STATE ESTIMATED I ESTIMATED
I EQUALIZED APPRAISED I RELOCATION
LANDOWNER ACREAGE VALUE VALUE 31 ; COSTS IS)
Arnold, Craig 140803201006 2 3 . 69 $163,200 ' $700,000 $0
Arnold, Craig 40803201007 164.39 $930,500 $3,750,000 $0
TOTALS 1188.08 $1,093,700 . $4,450,000 I$O
(3) 1 ESTIMATED
INCIbENTAL COSTS
Prorated Taxes S 4,000
liecording Pees $ 100 TOTAL APPRAISID VALli (1) $ 4,450,000
Transfer Tax $ 2,600 TOTAL RELOCATION COSTS (2) $ 0
Title Insutence$ 2,000 TOTAL INCIDENTAL COSTS (31$ 50.000
Appraisal rees$ I 16,200 TOTAL ACQUISITION COSTS $ 4. 500. 000
Planue$ 6O I
Closing rees$ 10,00 0
Environmental Assessment Costs$ 15, 000 I --i
TOTALS ; 5 0 , 000 I
6. Interest acquired will be (check all that apply) EjFee Simple ClEasement 1110ther
Explain "Easement" or "Other" as appropriate. Describe the specific rights In land that will be acquired, such as development or
access rights. Also, list all liens, encumbrances, leases, restrictions, or rights to be reserved and describe by whom.
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IMPORTANT Applications to purchase rights in land less than fee simple should Include a draft of the proposed easement or
deed. Applications for less than fee simple title that will Include public outdoor recreation access on land that will
remain In private ownership should include a letter of intent from the landowner (or the party that will hold title to
the land), Indicating they are willing to sell rights in the land that include public access.
7. Are there any buildings or improvements on the land proposed for acquisition? °Yes LIN°
Briefly describe the lotended use or demolitloh of buildings or improvements
See Attached
8. Are there any non-recreational uses currently on the site or planned for the future? DYes No
If yes, describe these uses and indicate when they will be terminated See At tached
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PART LV PROJECT SUMMARY AND NEED STATEMENT
Attach two copies of a narrative that provides the following Information, using the headings shown below (In bold type). Refer to the specific
guidance Included in Chapter 3 of the 2006 MNATF Application Guidelines booklet on the Information that should be Included In each section.
1) Project Description and Purpose 2) Need for the Project
a) Site Description 3) Past Grant Performance b) Resource Protection/Recreation Opportunities Provided by the Project 4) Additional Information/Special initiatives of the c) Barrier-Free Compliance MNITIT Board d) Economic Benefits of the Proposed Project
e) Further Information on Acquisition Projects that will result In a
Purchase of less than Fee Simple Title
f) Estimated Additional Costs Associated with the Proposed Project
PART V ATTACHMENTS
Please check the boxes below for items included with this completed application.
Land bevelopment Acquisition Attachments Projects Projects
0
(required) VA (rewired) Two Project Summary and Need Statement narrative.
0 (If required) 0 (If required) Appendix A, xplanation of Match Sources, if required.
0 (required)„Is I (required) Two 8-1/2” x 11" project location maps.
U (required) pi (required) Two 8-1/2" x 11" preliminary site development plans.
0 (required) •NIA One 8-1/2" x 11" map clearly delineating the legal boundaries of the park site.
0 (required) Two 8-1/2" x 11" Plat or Parcel maps.
0 (required) fin (required) One copy of certified resolution from the governing body.
0 (rewired) el (required) One copy each of advance notice and minutes of meetinq held to take public comments on the apPlIcation.
0 (required) $1 (required) One copy of letter transmitting Notice of Intent form (PR 5750-2) to Regional Clearinghouse and one copy of the completed form.
0 (If requited) 0 (if required) Letters or other documentation required supporting information Included in the application.
0 (required) One copy of preliminary floor plans and elevation drawings for any proposed buildings or other structures.
0 (required) N/A. ; One copy of Documentation of Site Control form (PR 5750-4).
0 Of required) 0 (If required) One copy of the Environmental Report.
0 (if required) One copy of the Disclosure and Certifications Statements for Purchase Agreements & Options form (PR1923-1) with a
copy of any executed Agreement or Option.
PART VI CERTIFICATION
CERTIFICATION SIGNATURE Must be by art official of the applicant agency or art Individual designated by official resolution to act on
the applicant agency's behalf.
I certify that all statements on this application and the attachments hereto are true, complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge.
NAM (Printed/Typed) Tint
SIGN/MAE IDATr
Send this application package by
MAIL to
GRANTS MANAGEMENT
MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
PO BOX 30425
LANSING MI 48909-7925
OR
OVERNIGHT or EXPRESS MAIL to
GRANTS MANAGEMENT
MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
STEVENS T. MASON BUILDING 6th FLOOR
530 W ALLEGAN
LANSING MI 48933
Mailed applications must be postmarked by the
US Postal Service no later than midnight April 1, 2006
for primary deadline,
or August 1, 2006, for secondary deadline
(acquisitions only).
<< PLEASE DO NOT FAX APPLICATION MATERIALS >>
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2006 MNRIF GRANT APPLICATION - UPPER BUSHMAN LAKE ACQUISTION
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION — FORM PR 5750
PART I: GENERAL INFORMATION
#9: Recreation Programs Budget:
Oakland County Parks and Recreation (OCPR) has a 2006 Operating Budget of
$21,862,863. Of this amount, $4,310,943 is the Operating Budget for
Recreational Programs and Facilities excluding golf course and park operations.
Oakland County Parks and Recreation also expends $597,467 of its total Budget
for the operation of its Nature Centers and Educational Outreach Programs.
OCPR has an additional $23,920,734 for current and future Capital Outlay.
#18c: Oakland County Parks Access — Entrance Fee/Public Access
Similar to the national and state park systems, OCPR operates a vehicle permit
program to offset the cost of maintaining a high quality parks system for Oakland
County residents and visitors. Of the 11 county parks, six require permits for
vehicular access. The remaining five parks do not require vehicle permits
because of the presence of additional on-site recreation facilities (such as golf
courses and waterparks) that subsidize their operation.
OCPR offers discounted rates to Oakland County residents in appreciation of the
continued support of parks through the % mil levy. Senior rates apply for county
and non-county residents who are age 62 or older on weekday entrance. This
discounted rate is also extended to those with permanent cognitive or physical
disabilities.
The rate schedules for Daily Vehicle Entry and Annual Vehicle Permits for
Oakland County Parks are as follows:
Oakland County Parks Fee Daily Permit
Regular Rate: $10/car/day
Discount Rate: $5/car/day (Oakland County residents)
Individuals with Disabilities: $3/car/day
All Senior Citizens: $3/car/day , (62 & over— weekdays only)
2006 MNRIF GRANT APPLICATION - UPPER BUSHMAN LAKE ACQUISTION
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION — FORM PR 5750
Oakland County Parks Fee Annual Vehicle Permit
Regular Rate: $46
Discount Rate: $28 (Oakland County residents)
Individuals with Disabilities: $25
Senior Citizens: $25 (62 & over— weekdays only)
Parks Perks Pass:
(Dual pass — Oakland County Parks $43
and Huron-Clinton Metroparks
The Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission considers economic
factors in the establishment of park fees.
The Commission continues to authorize an annual expenditure of $30,000 to
subsidize waterpark group trips, nature center visits and mobile recreation unit
rentals by organizations and communities experiencing economic hardship
through its Community Assistance Program. The Commission also provides
scholarships for youth participating In Oakland County Summer Day Camps
through a cooperative program with Oakland County Youth Assistance.
#18d: Oakland County Park Access — Public Access
If acquired, the Upper Bushman Lake property would have easy vehicular access
from Sashabaw Road to 1-75. Local pedestrian and bicycle access would also be
possible from Sashabaw Road and OCPR is exploring opportunities to acquire
land and/or easements that would permit a trail connection between the Upper
Bushman and Independence Oaks properties.
General public transportation is not available in Independence Township;
however, a free Senior Citizen Transport provides access to the recreational
facilities at Independence Oaks County Park and could provide access to the
Upper Bushman property as well.
2006 MNRTP GRANT APPLICATION — UPPER BUSHMAN LAKE ACQUISTION
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION — FORM PR 5750
#19a: Preservation and Access to Significant Natural Resources
Together with Independence Oaks, this acquisition will protect and provide
access to over one thousand acres of natural areas in the headwaters of the
Clinton River.
The acquisition of the Upper Bushman Lake property will preserve, create public
access and allow for the stewardship of more than 180 acres of natural areas
including: a 31-33 acre lake (approximate size is determined by annual flow
rates), 60 acres of lowland hardwood forest, 4 acres of emergent wetlands, 44
acres of scrub/shrub wetlands and more than 40 acres of open meadow.
The Michigan Natural Features Inventory (MNFI) has identified 145 acres of the
Upper Bushman Lake property as Priority One Natural Areas for ecological
survey and preservation.
#1913: Preservation and Access to Significant Natural Resources
— Public Access
The acquisition of the Upper Bushman Lake property would create public access
to a 31-33 acre lake entirely contained within the parcel boundaries. OCPR
proposes to manage public access to the Upper Bushman Lake similar to that of
Crooked Lake at Independence Oaks including the construction of a universally
accessible fishing dock and non-motorized boat launch.
OCPR also proposes the construction of a network of trails on the Upper
Bushman property that would provide access to a variety of Natural Communities
on the site as well as opportunities for hiking, biking, cross-country skiing and
wildlife viewing.
#19c: Preservation of and Access to Significant Natural Resources
— Wildlife Corridors
The Upper Bushman Lake property is not a linear strip of land but it is a critical
link in a riparian/wetland corridor in the headwaters of the Clinton River. Its
location within the headwaters, the size of the acquisition and the high degree of
habitat connectivity contribute to its significant ecological value.
MNFI recently completed a detailed survey of Independence Oaks that Identified
a number of rare natural communities including Mesic-wet Prairie, Hardwood-
Conifer Swamp, Fen and Relic Conifer Swamp whose hydrology and ecological
integrity is dependent upon Upper Bushman Lake. The acquisition, preservation
and management of the Upper Bushman property will not only protect the 145
acres of significant habitat on the site but will also help to insure the viability of
hundreds of acres of natural areas at Independence Oaks and the wildlife
populations that occur there (including the Eastern Massasauga Rattlesnake, a
candidate for listing as a federally endangered species).
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2006 MNRTE GRANT APPLICATION — UPPER BUSHMAN LAKE ACQUISTION
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION — FORM PR 5750
#20a-c: Access to Inland Water Resources
The Upper Bushman Lake is privately owned 31-33 acre lake (size is dependent
upon annual/seasonal flow rates) entirely contained within the boundaries of the
target parcels. If acquired, OCPR proposes to provide a universally accessible
fishing dock and non-motorized boat launch. This will create new public access
to fishing and boating opportunities in Oakland County.
OCPR also proposes the construction of a network of trails associated with the
lake acquisition which would provide new access to other passive recreation
opportunities in a picturesque landscape including hiking, cross-country skiing,
wildlife viewing, picnicking and attending educational programs.
#2 la-c: Opportunities for Wildlife Recreation — Hunting and Fishing
In addition to creating open access to fishing, park visitors will be encouraged to
take self guided walks through several miles of proposed trails and boardwalks.
Educational material on signs and brochures would be produced by the Wint
Nature Center at Independence Oaks to enhance wildlife viewing experiences.
OCPR also proposes to create a safety zone within the Upper bushman Lake
property to allow for open access archery deer hunting. This effort would provide
additional recreational opportunities and would complement the annual managed
hunt at Independence Oaks to reduce the park's deer population. (OCPR winter
deer counts have shown population levels several times higher than the density
recommended by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. The recent
MNFI survey Identified deer over population as one of the greatest threats to the
viability of Independence Oaks natural communities.)
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2006 MNRIP GRANT APPLICATION — UPPER BUSHMAN LAKE ACQUISTION
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION — FORM PR 5750
PART III: SECTION B — LAND ACQUISITION PROJECTS
#7-8: Farmstead
The Upper Bushman Lake property contains three residential structures
described as follows:
• Farm House (9975 Sashabaw Road)
O Built in 1870
O 2,650 square feet
O Good condition; Close to the road
• Main Residence (10275 Sashabaw Road)
O Original structure built in 1949; additions in 1980
O 4,400 square feet
O Two car garage
O Good condition; Lake views
• Guest House (5511 Oakhill Road)
O Built in 1970
O 800 square feet
O Good condition; Oakhill Road access
The estimated appraisal for the Upper Bushman Lake property includes these
structures, although they represent a very small fraction of the overall value of
the acquisition. Depending on a structural analysis, OCPR would utilize these
structures to promote recreational and educational opportunities at
independence Oaks and Upper Bushman Lake.
OCPR proposes to convert the existing main residence to a conference center
that could provide meeting spaces for educational and recreational gatherings.
The residential buildings immediately off Sashabaw and Oakhill Roads would
support park operations by providing office space, maintenance staging areas,
restrooms, utility connections and temporary storage.
ocPR anticipates that no relocation costs (for the current resident) will be
included in purchase agreement for the Upper Bushman Lake property as the
property has a willing seller and the sales proposal includes the disposition of the
residential structures.
The residential use of the property will cease upon the acquisition of the property
by Oakland County.
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Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund
FORM 5750 - PROJECT NEEDS STATEMENT
OAKLAND COUNTY
Upper Bushman Lake Acquisition
Operating Department: Oakland County Parks and Recreation
-Upper Bushman Dock and Duck Enclosure
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2006 MNRTP GRANT APPLICATION — UPPER BUSHMAN LAKE ACQUISITION
PROJECT SUMMARY AND NEED STATEMENT— FORM PR 5750
PART IV: SECTION B — PROJECT SUMMARY AND NEED STATEMENT
1) Project Description and Purpose
A) Site Description — Upper Bushman Lake Property
The Upper Bushman Lake property
is located in Independence
Township within the headwaters of
the Clinton River and adjacent to
Independence Oaks County Park.
This proposed acquisition consists
of 188 acres of gently rolling hills,
wooded and open wetlands and a
31-33 acre lake.
A wide diversity of plants and
animals inhabit this area including
the threatened Red Shouldered
Hawk and the Eastern Massasauga
Rattlesnake (a candidate for listing
as a federally endangered species).
This property is one of the last
pristine parcels of its size in the
area and it is upstream from the
large contiguous wetland habitat
that has been preserved at
Independence Oaks.
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2006 MNRTP GRANT APPLICATION - UPPER BUSHMAN LAKE ACQUISITION
PROJECT SUMMARY AND NEED STATEMENT— FORM PR 5750
A) Site Description — Upper Bushman Lake Property (Continued)
The property contains three
residences all of which have
been appraised as being in
good or excellent condition.
The first is a 2,560 square foot
historic farm house dating back
to 1888 and located on the
south side of Upper Bushman
Lake off Sashabaw Road.
A small, 914 square foot
residence Is located on the
northeast side of the lake off
Oakhill Road. Built in 1910, the
modest residence has been
used as a rental property with
lake access and a small dock.
The main residence is located
several hundred feet off
Sashabaw Road with a view of
Upper Bushman Lake. The
4400 square foot dwelling has a
attached garage, porch and sun
room. The main residence also
has a detached 800 square foot
guest house identified at the
same address.
-10275 Sashabaw Poad Guest House
440,
2006 MNRIP GRANT APPLICATION - UPPER BUSHMAN LAKE ACQUISITION
PROJECT SUMMARY AND NEED STATEMENT— FORM PR 5750
A) Site Description — Acquisition Context
Staff has considered the following characteristics of the Upper Bushman Lake
property and the surrounding area in proposing this acquisition:
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-Upper Bushman site Conditions
'The Upper Bushman Lake property
and Independence Oaks County Park
touch but do not share a common
boundary. Trail connectivity could be
established through additional land
acquisitions or property easements
through the wetlands along the Clinton
River. -Upper Bushman Connectivity Potential
'The good condition of existing
structures on the site could allow for
rapid conversion to public facilities.
'Utility easements on the property
could create opportunities for trail
linkages.
'Local support for greenspace
preservation and trail connectivity has
been building in recent years. The
acquisition of the Upper Bushman
Lake property could encourage land
acquisitions by local municipalities and
land trusts and the creation of green
corridor linkages.
•The Upper Bushman Lake property
contains significant natural areas that
are continuous with rare natural
communities that have been identified
at Independence Oaks by the Michigan
Natural Features Inventory.
• The acquisition of this area would
effectively insure the preservation of
more than 1000 acres of contiguous
habitat in the headwaters of the Clinton
River.
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2006 MNRTF GRANT APPLICATION - UPPER BUSHMAN LAKE ACQUISITION
PROJECT SUMMARY AND NEED STATEMENT— FORK/ PR 5750
B) Site Development Proposal
OCPR proposes to develop the Upper Bushman Lake Property as an annex to
Independence Oaks County Park to expand opportunities for passive recreation
and resource protection.
Recreational Opportunities
OCPR plans to construct a series of trails and boardwalks to provide opportunities
for hiking, biking and cross-country skiing through the Upper Bushman Lake
natural areas. The installation of barrier free fishing docks and a non-motorized
boat launch would provide the first public access to the Upper Bushman lake and
would improve public fishing opportunities in the area. OCPR also proposes to
allow open archery hunting on the Upper Bushman Lake property, a practice that
has played a significant role in the stewardship of Lyon and Orion Oaks.
The existing structures on the property would augment these resource-based
recreational options by providing opportunities for the expansion of educational
programs and meeting space.
Resource Protection Opportunities
The acquisition of the Upper Bushman Lake Property is critical to the protection of
the natural communities at Independence Oaks. Although the two properties do
not share a common border, they are connected both ecologically and
hydrologically.
The rare Hardwood-Conifer Swamp that makes up a large portion of northeastern
Independence Oaks continues up to and around a large portion of Upper
Bushman Lake. The integrity of Independence Oaks' Hardwood-Conifer Swamp
(and associated Fens, Mesic-Wet Prairies and Sedge-meadows) is dependent
upon the quality, volume and periodicity of the water leaving the Upper-Bushman
Lake and its surrounding wetlands.
2006 MNRTF GRANT APPLICATION - UPPER BUSHMAN LAKE ACQUISITION
PROJECT SUMMARY AND NEED STATEMENT— FORM PR 5750
C) Barrier-Free Compliance
OCPR considers issues of universal
access in every development project
it initiates. All buildings are barrier-
free and every park has significant
portions of the site fully accessible to
all visitors. When OCPR does
develop the property according to the
proposed site concept included in this
application, the roads, parking lots,
buildings and trails will be barrier-free.
This application does not involve the construction of roads, buildings or trails with
MNRTP financial assistance.
D) Economic Benefits of the Proposed Project: Pending
E) Purchase of less than Fee Simple Title: Not Applicable
F) Additional Costs Associated with the Project: Not Applicable
2006 MNRTE GRANT APPLICATION - UPPER BUSHMAN LAKE ACQUISITION
PROJECT SUMMARY AND NEED STATEMENT— FORM PR 5750
2) Need for the Project
Need for the Project as documented in the Community Recreation Plan Oakland
County Parks and Recreation's Community Recreation Plan 2002 -2006,
submitted to MDNR, highlights a number of issues confronting Oakland County
Parks. The single largest issue is the continuing development of Oakland
County (p.49). Rapid growth rates has resulted in open land disappearing as the
demand for recreational opportunity increases. OCPR puts the highest priority
on acquiring parkland for the future, with the goal of "increasfingi by 2,400 acres
over 1997 levels the park land acres owned by 2007" (p.77).
Applicant's Existing System
OCPR manages more than 6,000 acres of parkland in 11 parks distributed
throughout the County. Five parks are larger and more natural, including Rose,
Independence and Orion Oaks. Others are more focused on active recreation,
like Waterford and Red Oaks. Nearby Springfield Oaks features the Oakland
County 4-H Fairgrounds and Groveland Oaks offers a variety of recreational
offerings including camping, swimming and mini-golf.
Need for the Project in Relationship to Existing Facilities
As indicated above, OCPR Is committed to acquiring parkland for the future.
While OCPR already preserves the majority of its acreage as natural areas,
there is a persistent wish from the public for more lands to be set aside for
conservation. This Is demonstrated by the 19.96 Nordhouse Survey, where 59%
of the survey group listed acquisition of property to protect wildlife/natural habitat
as the most important priority for °CPR. The acquisition of the Upper Bushman
Lake Property would protect natural areas within Independence Oaks County
Park (down stream) and would add to a significant wildlife corridor that extends
along the Clinton River.
3) Past Grant Performance
Over the years, OCPR has benefited from many MNRTF and LWCF grants from
the MDNR. Grants have been accepted in good faith, and every effort has been
made to comply with all MDNR stipulations. OCPR is confident that future grant
agreements will continue to be carried out in this spirit.
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Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund
PROJECT LOCATION MAPS
OAKLAND COUNTY
Upper Bushman Lake Acquisition
Operating Department: Oakland County Parks and Recreation
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SITE DEVELOPMENT CONCEPT MAP
OAKLAND COUNTY
Upper Bushman Lake Acquisition
Operating Department: Oakland County Parks and Recreation
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Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund
PUBLIC HEARING
OAKLAND COUNTY
Upper Bushman Lake Acquisition
Operating Department: Oakland County Parks and Recreation
and further depon
A
County of Oakland } ss. STATE OF MICHIGAN,
Mary Ward .
being duly sworn: _
Legal ReICI deposes and says that I am the F of
THE OAKLAND PRESS, a newspaper printed and circulated
daily in Oakland County, Michigan, and that I held such position
during the publication of the notice hereto annexed; that a notice
of
Public Notice
of which the annexed notice is a true copy, was published in the
said OAKLAND PRESS
Immediately preceding the
that the annexed printed copy of said notice
was taken from the said newspaper. That the dates of
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NOTARY PtIBUC, OAKLAND COUNTY. MICHIGAN
TIMM. CROWN
NOTARY PUBLIC LAPEER CO., MI
W COMMISSION EXP1RESMar 30, 2000
Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
RESOLUTION
OAKLAND COUNTY
Upper Bushman Lake Acquisition
Operating Department: Oakland County Parks and Recreation
Moved by:
Supported by:
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RESOLUTION
APPROVAL FOR GRANT APPLICATION
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 Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund may be submitted
by August 1,2006; and
WHEREAS, the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission has
identified and established priorities for acquisition and improvements within the
adopted Recreation Master Plan; and
WHEREAS, the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission
recommends the filing of the following application to the Department of Natural
Resources for matching grant:
UPPER BUSHMAN LAKE ACQUISITION
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Oakland County Parks and
Recreation Commission recommends submission of the above-said grant
application with the appropriate matching funds to be designated from the one-
quarter mill.
Subscribed and sworn before me, a Notary Public in and for the County of
Oakland and the State of Michigan, the -7 774 day of June, 2006.
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KAREN S. KOHN
Notary Public, Oakland County. Michigan
tvly Commissirn Expires rebruary 1, 2c07
Acting in the County of Oakland
Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund
NOTICE OF INTENT
OAKLAND COUNTY
Upper Bushman Lake Acquisition
Operating Department: Oakland County Parks and Recreation
4, 9 a
2800 Watkins Lake Road • Waterford, Michigan 4832E1-1917
248.858.0906 • Fax 248.858.1683 • TTY 248.858.1684 • 1.888.0CPARKS
nAKLAND www.oakgov.com/parksrec
COUNTY PARK
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535 Griswold St.
Detroit, MI 48226-3602
RE: 2006 Recreation Grant Application
To whom it may concern:
I am enclosing the "Notice of Intent" (PR 5750-2) as required by the
Michigan Department of Natural Resources, Recreation Division for
Recreation Grant Applications — 2006, for the following Oakland
County acquisition project:
Upper Bushman Lake Acquisition
If you have any questions or require further information, please call our
office at (248) 858-4620.
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FISCAL NOTE (MSC. 106140) July 20, 2006
FINANCE COMMITTEE, CHUCK MOSS, CHARIPERSON
IN RE: PARKS AND RECREATION - SUPPORT FOR SUBMISSION OF GRANT APPLICATION TO
THE MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES TRUST FUND TO PROVIDE MATCHING
FUNDS FOR THE UPPER BUSHMAN LAKE ACQUISITION
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 due date for the application is August 1, 2006.
2) This is the first year of the award with the Michigan Department
of Natural Resources.
3) The grant period is from acceptance through April 1, 2007.
4) The application requests funding in the amount of $4,500,000 with
$1,900,000 (42%) State Funds and $2,600,000 (58%) local match
coming from X mil Parks Fund revenues.
5) Application and acceptance of this grant does not obligate the
county to any future commitment and continuation of the grant is
contingent upon continued future levels of grant funding.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote with Palmer absent.
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Resolution #06140 July 20, 2006
Moved by Moss supported by Jamian the resolutions (with fiscal notes attached) on the Consent Agenda,
be adopted (with accompanying reports being accepted).
AYES: Coleman, Coulter, Crawford, Douglas, Gershenson, Gregory, Hatchett, Jamian, KowaII,
Long, Melton, Middleton, Molnar, Moss, Nash, Palmer, Potter, Rogers, Scott, Suarez, Wilson,
Woodward, Zack, Bullard. (24)
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).
APPROVE THE FORMING RESOLUTION
STATE OF MICHIGAN)
COUNTY OF OAKLAND)
I, Ruth Johnson, 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 July 20, 2006, 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 20th day of July, 2006.
Ruth 4tAiiitsciA, County Clerk