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Home My WebLink AboutResolutions - 2008.03.20 - 9528REPORT (isc. 108050) March 20, 2008 BY: Planning and Building Committee, Sue Ann Douglas, Chairperson IN RE: PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION — SUPPORT FOR APPLICATION TO THE MICHIGAN NATURAL RESOURCES TRUST FUND FOR THE OAKLAND COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION NATURAL AREAS ACCESSIBILITY PROGRAM To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen. The Planning and Building Committee, having reviewed the above-referenced resolution on March 11, 2008, reports with a recommendation that the resolution be adopted. Chairperson, on behalf of the Planning and Building Committee, I move acceptance of the foregoing report. PLANNING AND BUILDING COMMITTEE PLANNING & BUILDING COMMITTEE VOTE: Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote. MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #08050 March 20, 2008 BY General Government Commtttee, Christine Lon::, Chairperson IN RE: PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION - SUPPORT FOR APPLICATION TO THE MICHIGAN NATURAL RESOURCES TRUST FUND FOR THE OAKLAND COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION NATURAL AREAS ACCESSIBILITY PROGRAM To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen: WHEREAS, the Oakland County Parks and Reoreation Commission has been notified that applications for the Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund may be submitted for the 2008 funding cycle; and WHEREAS, the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission has resolved on January 9, 2008 to submit an application for the NATURAL AREAS ACCESSIBILITY PROGRAM development grant; and WHEREAS, the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission has the required grant match funds available to expand the development of park facilities; and WHEREAS, the purpose of said grant is to provide access to open space, facilities and recreational opportunities for all residents of Oakland County; and WHEREAS, the grant meets t.:1.e goals and objectives of the Oakland County Recreational Master Plan Update - 2007; and WHEREAS, the grant agency requires a resolution from the Governing Body in support of the application. NOW THEREFORE BE :T 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 fl .,nds 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 Suarez absent. GRANT REVIEW SIGN OFF — Parks & Recreation GRANT NAME: 2008 Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund Development Grant FUNDING AGENCY: Michigan Department of Natural Resources DEPARTMENT CONTACT PERSON: Jon Noyes 8584624 STATUS: Grant Application DATE: February 29, 2008 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 want application package (which should include an application Report from Fiscal Services to the Chairperson of the Board (If Cclmrni ssi (men, the grant application, and this Sign. Off email containing want review comments) may be submitted to the Chairperson of the Board of Commisioners 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 (2/20/2008) Department of Human Resources: Approved by Bit — Jennifer Mason (2128/2000 Risk Management and Safety: Approved By Risk Management - Andrea Plotkowski (2/22/2008) Corporation Counsel: There does NOT appear to be any outstanding legal issues pertaining to this grant application. — Joseph Pittel (2/27/2008) zakland.mi.us)'; 'Mason, Natural Resources Trust Jennifer', iSec.ontine, Julie Fund Development Grant Page 1 of 2 Gaia Piir From: Jennifer Mason (mason)@oakgov.corn] Sent: Thursday, February 28, 2008 7:03 PM To; 'Gaia Piirr; VanPett, Laurie (vanpelti@co,oakland,mi.us)'; 'Davis, Patricia (davisp@cosoakland.mi.us )'; •Secontine, Julie (secontinej@co.oeidand.mi.us)' Cc: 'Noyes, Jon'; 'Diane Creguer; joseph matkosky'; Shand, Cathy; Johnston, Brenthy Subject: RE: Grant Review: Oakland County Parks and Recreation 2008 Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund Development Grant Application Approved by HR. Jennifer Mason, SPHR Manager-Human Resources Oakland County, Michigan (248)858-5213 masonj@oakgov,com ----Original Message— ' From: Gala Pfir [mallto:piirg©oakgov.com ] Sent: Wednesday, February 20, 2008 1:18 PM To: 'VenPelt, Laurie (vanpeltl@co.oaklantirni.us )'; 'Davis, Patricia (davisp@co (secontinej@co.nakland.mi.us)' Cc: 'Noyes, Jon", 'Diane Creguerr;1joseph Maticosky Subject: Grant Review: Oakland County Parks and Recreation 2008 Michigan Application GRANT REVIEW FORM TO: REVIEW DEPARTMENTS — Laurie Van Pelt — Jennifer Mason — Julie Secontine — Pat Davis . RE: GRANT CONTRACT REVIEW RESPONSE — Oakland County Parks and Recreation 2008 Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund Development Grant Application Michigan Department of Natural Resources Attaded to this email please find the grant document(s) to be reviewed. 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: February 28,2008 GRANT INFORMATION Date: February 20,2008 Operating Department: Oakland County Parks and Recreation Department Contact: Jon Noyes Contact Phone: 248.858.4624 Document Identification Number. REVIEW STATUS: Application Requiring Board Resolution Funding Period: April 2008 through December 2008 2129/2008 • Page I of 2 Gala Pik From: Andrea Plotkowski [plotkowskia@oakgov,corn] Sent: Friday, February 22, 20084:16 PM To: 'Gaia Piir Cc: 'Noyes, Jon'; 'Diane Creguer'; joseph matkosky'; Juke Secontine; Sandy Johnson Subject: RE: Grant Review: Oakland County Parks and Recreation 2008 Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund Development Grant Application, Board Resolution Required, New, RM08-0061 Approved by Risk Management Andrea Plotkowski ---Original Message— From: Gala Plir jrnallto:piirgaoakgov.com] Sent: Wednesday, February 20, 2008 1:18 PIM To: VanPelt, Laurie (vanpeitl@co.oakiand.mius)'; 'Davis, Patricia (clavisp@co.oakland.mi.us )'; 'Mason, Jennifer; Sematine, Julie (secontinej)co.oakiand. Mi. USY Ca 'Noyes, Jon'; 'Diane Creguer; Tjoseph matkoslY Subject: Grant Review: Oakland County Parks and Recreation 2008 Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund Development Grant Application GRANT REVIEW FORM TO: REVIEW DEPARTMENTS – Laurie Van Pelt – Jennifer Mason – Julie Secontine – Pat Davis RE: GRANT CONTRACT REVIEW RESPONSE – Oakland County Parks and Recreation 2008 Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund Development Grant Application Michigan Department of Natural Resources Attached to this email please find the grant document(s) to be reviewed. 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: February 28, 2008 . GRANT INFORMATION Date: February 20, 2008 Operating Department: Oakland County Parks and Recreation Department Contact: Jon Noyes • Contact Phone: 248.858.4624 Document Identification Number: REVIEW STATUS: Application Requiring Board Resolution Funding Period: April 2008 through December 2008 New Facility / Additional Office Space Needs: New recreational site amenities IT Resources (New Computer Hardware / Software Needs or Purchases): No IvI/WBE Requirements: No Funding Continuation/New: New Application Total Project Amount: S500,000 Prior Year Total Funding: 0 New Grant Funded Positions Request: 0 2/22/2008 Page 1 ot 1 Gaia Piir Front: Joe Pittel [pittelygoakgov.com ] Sent Wednesday, February 27, 2008 11;11 AM To: 'Joe Pitter; 'Gala Piir; VanPelt, Laurie; 'Diane Creguer; Matkosky, Joe; 'Noyes, Jon': Mason, Jennifer; 'Secontine, Julie Subject: RE: MDNR Trust Fund Development Highland, Lyon and Rose Oaks — Parks Grant Application (our file 2008-0183) " CORRECTION** There does NOT appear to be any outstanding legal issues pertaining to this grant application. Sorry for the confusion. --Original Message-- From: Joe Pittel [mailto:pittelj@oakgov.com] Sent Wednesday, February 27, 2008 11:10 AM To: `Gala VanPelt, Laurie; 'Diane Creguer; Matkosky, Joe; 'Noyes, kW; Mason, Jennifer; 'Secoritine, Julie Subject MI)NR Trust Fund Development Highland, Lyon and Rose Oaks -- Parks — Grant Application (our file 2008-0183) There does appear to be any outstanding legal issues pertaining to this grant application. ‘13 Joseph P. Pitel Assistant Corporation Counsel Department of Corporation Counsel 1200 N. Telegraph Road, Bldg. 14 East Courthouse West Wing Extension, 3ni Floor Pontiac, MI 48341 Phone Number: (248) 858-2003 Fax Number: (248) 858-1003 E-mail: pitteliCoakoov.com . FRMLEGED AT) CONFIn IN.ZTIAL ATTORNF-Y CLIENT .0 OMR-UN/CATION This e-mail is intended only for those persona to whom it is ....pecificaliy addressed. It is confidential and is protected by the adomey-die,rit privilege ono work product doctrine_ This privilege belongs to the County of Oakland. and individual addreosoes are not airno -zed to waive or modify this privilege in away. Individuals are advised that any dissemination, reproduction or unauthorized eview or this information by pa-sons other Liao those listed above ropy constitute a waive: of this privilege and is therefore prohibited, If you have rezeived ibis message in error, pease notify the sender immediately. If you have any d..iestions, please contact the Deparlment of Corporation Counsel at (245) 856-0550. Thank you for your cooperation. V,71-'008 :0 Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund OAKLAND COUNTY NATURAL AREAS ACCESSIBILITY PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT GRANT Grant Deadline: April 1, 2008 Operating Department: Oakland County Parks and Recreation Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund NATURAL AREAS ACCESSIBILITY PROGRAM APPLICATION FORM 5750 FORM 5750 — ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Operating Department: Oakland County Parks and Recreation SOURCES OF MATCHING RINDS PROJECT COST AMOUNTS $ o $ $ 121 $ $ 280.000 $ 220,000 $ 500.000 50 % Michigan Department of Natural Resources Grants Management MICHIGAN NATURAL RESOURCES TRUST FUND 2008 GRANT APPLICATION This information Is requested by aufhorety of Part 19 c1 At 451 of 1994, to be considored for a recrealion grant A large print version of this application is available upon request. Please refer to chapter 3 of 2008 Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund Application Guidelines booklet for information on completing this form. Section Al: Applicant. Site. Proiect Identification Name of Applicant (Government Unit) Federal ID Number (required) County Oakland County Parks and Recreation 38 -6004876W Oakland Name of Authorized Representative (responsible for applicalloh day-to-day) Title Joseph P. riga, Jr. Chief of Design and DevelOpraent Address Telephone FAX 2800 Watkins Lake Rd. ( 24 8 ) 858 - 4 620 (29 6) 858 - 1683 CRY State ZIP -E-mad Waterford MI 4 832 8 figaj@oakgov.com State House District State Senate District TS. Congressional District See Attached See Attached See Attached Address of site City. Village or Township of site ZIP See Attached See Attached i See Attached County in which site is located Town, Range and Section Numbers of Nis location I Latitude/Longitude at park entrance I Oak.larid See Attached I See Attached I Park Name Proposal Title See Attached bia.tural Areas Accessibility Program Proposal Description This application is being submitted to request consideration for financial assistance in the development of universally accessible site amenities for the purpose of improving recreational and educational access to park natural areas. Detailed descriptions of the three sites and the proposed amenities are attached. Is the application for site development or land acquisition? ODevelopment or Acquisition Section A2: Project Funding $ 2130.000 a. General Funds or Local Restricted Funds (Applicant's own cash) b. Force Account Labor/Materials (Applicant's own paid labor or materials) $ See Attached c. Federal or State Funds (other than MNRTF) U. Cash Donations e. Donated Labor and/or Materials f. Donated Land Value (acquisition applications only) g. Total Match h. Grant Amount Requested (round to nearest hundred dollars) i. Total Project Cost j. Percentage of match commitment (Must be at least 25% oftotalproject cost) I of PR5750 (Rea. 1ill50308) Amount (1)Program Name Contact Narne for Administering Agency Type of Funds Grant funds awarded Administering Agency Telephone ) Telephone ) Amount Section A3: Explanation of Match Sources Complete only if you entered a value for any oral) of items c, d, e, or fin Section A2 of this application. c. Federal or other state funds - Provide the information requested below for each federal or state program from which matching funds will be provided. Dote grant funds approved 0 Grant funds applied for, not yet approved Estonated approval dale ClAporopriated funds bete appropriated 00ther, explain Is documentation containing the scope at work and budget for the other grant funds included with applieabon? 0 No Dees Is documentation (such as a grant approval letter) that verifies the availability of funds included with appliartion? 0No OYes (2)Program Name lAdmInisbNing Agency AdmtnisbNing Agency Contact Neale for Administering Agency Type of Fun OGrant funds awarded Date grant funds approved Grant funds applied for, not yet approved Estill-wield approval dale IDAppropriated funds Date appall:retied Li Other, explain • Is documentation containing the scope of work and budget for the other grant funds included with application? Li No DYes Is documentation (such as a grant approval letter) that verifies the availability of funds included with applicaban? 1:1No I:Yes d. Cash Donations - List the individual sources and the amounts to be donated below. sourtcE AMOUNT Is a letter of intent from each donor included with application? D No JYes e. Donated Labor or Materials - Include each item to be donated, the some, dollar value, and how the dollar value was deterrnined. REM SOURCE DOLLAR VALUE VALUATION METHOD Is a letter of intent from each donor included with application? []No ElYe f. Donated Land Value - Describe how the value of the land donation was determined. Is a letter from the landowner committing to the donation of a portion of fair market value and any conditions placed upon their commitment included with application? 0No ElYes PET,Ei 2 of DR575 ?ker. 01/DB,f2X/9; TOTAL ACQUISITION COSTS S Total Acquisition Costs must match item i.of Section A2 of this form ES-MATED =WM-AL COSTS Prorated Taxes $ Recording Fees $ Transfer Tax $ Title Insurance $ Appraisal Fees $ Closing Fees $ Environmental Assessment Costs $ TOTAL $ TOTAL APPRAISED VALUE (1) S TOTAL RELOCATION COSTS (2) TOTAL INCIDENTAL COSTS (3) $ LS SCOPE ITEM OF UNIVERSAL ACCESS DESIGN? SCOPE ITEMS Facc;3 e 9 PP.57N ( RV Y CMS/Zak) Section A4: Project Details— Land Acquisition Applications ONLY Interest acquired will be (check all that apply) EFee Simple Easement Daher What are the current land uses that exist on the parcel? (check all that apply) 0 Undeveloped/natural land 0 Agricultural 0 Residential 0 Commercial (including timber extraction) fl Recreational El Other (describe) Any buildings on the site? 0No []Yes Parcel Information Table Itemize estimated cost information for each parcel. For phased projects, the parcels and dollar amounts provided should include all phases. STATE fil EQUALIZED VALUE ESTIMATED APPRAISED ESTIMATED RELOCATION LANDOWNER ACREAGE (SLY) VALUE ($) COSTS §.) Parcel 1 Parcel 2 Parcel 3 TOTALS action AS: Project Details Development Applications ONLY Easement []Other Applicant's current control of the site: OFee Simple DLease Development Project Cost Estimate Table Si..M OR Limit ezuh item description to 25 characlers. Do Not Abbreviate. NO YES QUANTITY $ COST CI CI Lump Sum $ 18,000 IS 1600' $ 410.000 E 2 S 50,000 4. 00 5. 0 El 6. 0 0 7. 0 8. 9. EEl . 10. 0 Permit Fees $ 2.000 SUBTOTAL $ 4130,000 ENGINEERING (These fees may not exceed 15% of subtotal) S 20,000 TOTAL ESTIMATED COST 5 500,000 Total Estimated Cost must match item i. of Section A2 of this form 1. Site Preparavon 2. Boardwalk and Pier Comaruclitn 3. WSW* Vic-ming Platforms NO 0 YES 0 XI 0 0 0 0 IR 0 X Pace 4 of 9 PR575,1 Pev. O1tad2C08) Section B: Justification of Need If you are submitfing multiple acquisition or development applications, what is the priority for this application? (1 = highest) What is the expiration date on your community's DNR-approved recreation plan? What page(s) of your recreation plan is the need for the -proposed-project-discussed? What was the date(s) of public meeting to discuss submission of the grant application? Undetermined 2012 See Attached January 9, 2008 & Did you gather public input from individuals with disabilities, their families, or advocates? NO []Yes No []Yes 1,194,156 (2000 census) ON° Dyes 6, Is documentation from meetings included wilt application? What is the 2000 census population of your community? Are you the primary provider of recreation services to any surrounding communities, as documented in your recreation plan? List communities: What is the total population of surrounding communities you serve? Does your community have seasonal residents who would use the proposed facilities? What is the total population of the seasonal residents? Is documentation that supports the population size of the seasonal residents included with application? Section C: Applicant History and Stewardship No 0Yes KNo Dyes Has applicant received DNR recreation grant(s) in the past? If yes, does applicant currently have an open, active grant? 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? ection D: 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 teeny of the questions, you are required to prepare an environmental report. See page 28 of the 2008 Michigan Natural Resourr,es Trust Fund Application Guidelines for guidance. 1. Does the applicant, landowner, or others have knowledge that any portion of the property 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 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 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 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, or stains from a substance other than water at this time or in the past? NO YES UNKNOWN 0 NO YES UNKNOWN 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? A 0 0 7. Does the applicant, landowner, or others have knowledge that there are at this time or have in the past been registered or unregistered storage tanks on the property? Z 0 0 B. Does the applicant, landowner, or others have knowledge that contaminated groundwater lies below the property? 4 0 0 , 9. if there is a water well on the property, does the applicant, landowner, or others have 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? El 0 10. 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? i,'21 0 0 '11. 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? gl 0 • 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? Et C E 13. Es the property listed on any federal or state fist of contaminated sites, including the site of a leaking underground storage tank? ,E1 0 0 ;4_ 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 the previous questions 1-13? IZ 0 0 Has an environmental assessment been completed for the site? 0 NO BYES What is the applicant's current year budget for parks and recreation? $ See Attached What are the estimated operation and mainten=1=ciatied with tbegemizzazitp=mt? $ 3J000 NO YES UNKNOWN Are permits required for the acquisition or development of the site? If yes. complete the following table: TYPE OF PERMIT PERMITITNG AGENCY EFFORTS TAKEN TO OBTAIN PERMIT OR DETERMINE FERMIT REX/EINEM Wetland MDEQ Successful past efforts to obtain similar Permits JE1 Li Paipe 5 of PRE750 !Ftvv, air=ponn Section El: TVINRTF Priority Areas— Natural features of the Project Stir To the best of your knowledge, does the project site include: Great Lakes shoreline or Great Lakes connecting water frontage? No OYes Great Lakes connecting waters are defined on page 13 of the 2008 Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund Application Guidelines booklet. If yes, name of Great Lake or Great Lakes connecting water How many linear feet of shoreline or frontage? Denoted on site plan? ON° Oyes Inland lake frontage? ON° EYes If yes, name of water body See Attached What is the size of the total water body in acres? How many linear feet of frontage are on site? How many acres of open water are on site? Denoted on site plan? EINo KtYes River and/or tributary frontage? EjNo EYes If yes, name of water body See Attached How many linear feet of frontage? Denoted on site plan? ONo 0Yes Is the river or tributary a state natural river or a federally dedicated wild and scenic river? DNo ['Yes Wetland acreage or frontage? EN° ,Yes If yes, please list the number of acres of the type(s) of wetland(s) on site Marsh Prairie Fen Bog Forest Shrub Dune and swale complex Boreal forest Type unknown Denoted an site plan? ON° DYes Is documentation of type and quality provided with application? END EYes If yes, source of information Other water acreage or frontage? If yes, name of other water body See Attached oNo NYes See Inland Lake Frontage Is the entire water body completely within the site boundaries? OND DYes How many linear feet of frontage or acres of water are on site? Denoted on site plan?DNo DYes Sand dunes? [No EYes if yes, list the number of acres of sand dunes on the site Critical Not designated as critical, or designation unknown Denoted on site plan? DNo DYes Is documentation of type and quality provided with application? CI No ElYes If yes, source of information Dedicated state or federal listed wilderness or dedicated natural area or Pigeon River Country State Forest land or inholding? gNo [Pres it yes, name of area How many acres on site? Denoted on site plan? ONo Eyes PAPF1 ei elf 2 PIP47,41irt., cl nounvfi Rare species or any other significant feature as defined by the Michigan Natural Features Inventory? ON° [Yes If yes, list species or feature and status. tf too many to list here, include in the application narrative. See Attached Population/range locations denoted on site plan or other map? ON° OYes Are documentation of presence and an evaluation of susbainability provided with application? []No []Yes If yes, source of information See Attached Section E2: MNRTF Priority Areas — Wildlife Values of the Project Site Will the proposed park or park development: Protect wildlife habitat (for example, breeding grounds, winter deeryards, den sites)? DNo Oyes If yes, list species See Attached How many acres of habitat does the site provide? Denoted on site plan or other map? ENo ['Yes Is documentation of presence and quality of wildlife habitat for listed species provided with application? EINo I4Yes If yes, source of information See Attached Act as a wildlife corridor between existing protected areas or buffer an existing protected area? No ['Yes If yes, name the existing park(s) or protected area(s) How many acres are currently in protected status? Denoted on site plan or other map? IDNo ['Yes Is documentation of the ecological value of adjacent protected areas and/or the ability of the project site to act as a corridor/buffer provided with application? ONo ['Yes If yes, source of information ection E3: MNRTF Priority Areas — Natural Resource Recreation Opportunities Will the proposed park or park development provide new or additional: Water recreation opportunities? n Nc MYes If yes, what opportunity(s) will be provided? (thed aN that wil be pevicred; cirde 6- if the opportunity wir be universally accessible) ['Swimming 6. Boating & rilScenic Viewing 6. ROther fn Denoted on site plan? ONo 1:21Yes 6- is documentation of universal design provided with application? 0 No DYes Are any health advisories in effect for primary or secondary contact with the water body? 1,8INo OYes Hunting opportunities? IDNo [Yes If yes, what seasons will be available? (for example, deer/firearm) See Attached How many acres will be available for hunting? See Attached tS Will the hunting opportunity be universally accessible? ON° 0Yes 6- Is documentation of universal design provided with application? 0No ['Yes Hunting opportunity denoted on site plan? ala [i]Yes Is documentation of the quality of the hunting opportunities provided with applioation? []No []Yes If yes, information on hunting opportunities provided by Are comments from the local DNR biologist included with application? Df\lo Yes Pann • nf 9 PR57,111 411.1410.7211169. Does site plan include a shooting range? EN° DYes If yes, size/type & Will the shooting range be universally accessible? EINo DYes 6- Is documentation of universal design provided with application? ON° DYes Will the project site be used for hunter education/hunter safety programs? DNo afes 6. Will the hunter education? hunter safety programs be universally accessible? DNo DYes 6. Is documentation of universal design provided with application? ONO DYes Is documentation on the quality of the hunter programs included with application? If yes, information on hunter programs provided by Fishing opportunities? ON° Vg.Yes if yes, what type of fishing opportunities will be provided? (species/methods) See Attached 6. Will the fishing opportunity be universally accessible? DNo []Yes 6- Is documentation of universal design provided with application? DNo afes d uiiieiiLcitiThi of the significance of the fishing opportunity provided with application? ON° Dyes Information on fishing opportunities provided by Are comments from the local DNR biologist included with application? []No Erfes Site plan includes a fishing pier ONo EYes Describe size/type See Attached EINo IDYes 6- Will the fishing pier be universally accessible? DNo Dyes 6. Is documentation of universal design provided with application? DNo ElYes Fishing opportunity denoted on site plan? ElNo afes Bird watching or other wildlife viewing opportunities? ON° ElYes If yes, what species can be viewed? See Attached Is location listed in DNR Michigan Wildlife Viewing Guide? (www.michbencinr.corntublicalions/edfslwildlifeNiewinacruide ONo Dyes Viewing hotspots denoted on site plan? EN° DYes Will the viewing opportunity be universally accessible? :No []Yes 6. Is documentation of universal design provided with application? 11No OYes Is documentation of the significance of the viewing opportunities provided with application? ONo DYes if yes, information on viewing opportunity provided by Nature interpretation or education opportunities? ON° SYes If yes, how are the interpretation or education opportunities provided? (cheek all that apply) 0 Interpretive signage 13Interpretivc brochures DNature center Part time or volunteer naturalist INFO lime naturalist Interpretive signs, kiosk, and/or nature center denoted on site plan? DNo DYes Will the interpretation or education opportunity be universally accessible? []No Dyes Have you formed a partnership with another organization to provide interpretive/educational services? ONo DYes If yes, name of organization Are examples of interpretive materials, Llee,eietiele.,iA clasee, and other documentation on the interpretiveieducational services provided with application? D No 12,Yes Prino nf p L' 1)1,411/71111.Rn ft. sidewalk ft. bituminous (paved), ft other hard surface. SECTION E4: NINRTF Priority Areas—Public Access Opportunities Will the site be open to the Dgeneral public or Dby group reservation only? List the hours open to the public Dawn to Dusk (See Attached) If the site is adjacent to an inland lake or river, are other public access sites available for this water body? ONo ['Yes How will the public be reasonably able to access this site? (check all that apply and show on site plan) DAutomobile ElBoat :Public Transportation Drviotorized Trail ENon-Motorized Trail ]Sidewalk/Pathway InOther (describe) See Attached Do you now or do you intend in the future to charge an entrance fee to the project site? []No XYes If yes, fee schedule and policy for reduced entrance fees for low-income users included with application? ON° DYes SECTION ES: NINRTF Priority Areas—State Trailways If the proposed project is a trail, answer the following questions: What groups may be users? (Check aff that apply) OHikers/Pedestrians ORoad Bicyclists OEquestrians Mountain Bicyclists EiRoner-bladers DAnglers DSnowmobilers DOther motorized vehicle users INHunters "EWicilife/Nature Viewers 00ther 6. Will the trail be universally accessible? DNo DYes 6. Is documentation of universal design provided with application? ILINo LlYes Is the trail connected to another trail(s)? ONo []Yes Is the trail part of a larger trail network? ON° El Yes If yes, what is the name of the network'? Oak Routes (See Attached) How long is the trail? linear feet, including ft. boardwalk (if applicable), What is the width of the trail? SECTION F: Certification I hereby certify that all statements on this application and the attachments hereto are true, complete, and accurate to the best of my knowledge. Printed/typed name of authorized agent Title of authorized agent Signature (must be a community official) Complete all information, sign, and mail to: OVERNIGHT or EXPRESS 114411_ to: Date GRANTS MANAGEMENT MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES PO BOX 30425 LANSING MI 48909-7925 GRANTS MANAGEMENT MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT Of NATURAL RESOURCES 530 W ALLEGAN LANSING MI 48933 Mailed applications must be postmarked by the US Postal Service no later than 11:59 PM April 1, 2008, for primary deadline, or August 1, 2008, for secondary deadline (acquisitions only). DO NOT FAX APPL1CA770N Pp nn nvilArATIFV. 2008 MNRTF Development Grant Application - Natural Arecrs Accessibility Program ADDITIONAL INFORMATION TO FORM 5750 Note to reviewer: This development project proposes the construction of multiple recreational amenities in various locations at three Oakland County Parks (Highland Oaks, Lyon Oaks and Rose Oaks) to facilitate the common goal of creating universal access to park natural areas. Due to the unique nature of this proposal, park staff was unable to respond appropriately in the space provided on standardized form 5750, Additional information has been provided in this section with specific reference to the form section heading, sub-heading and question to which it pertains. CCY AlA ppjt S te Project Icrentifica-IC'n ' fdf:;;77=7.777'77:77 Natural Area Accessibility Pogrom . . ....--.....i Highland Oaks 4......12:_krlf=1"CruiWFA I Representative District 44: John P. Staizoe Senate District 15: Nancy Cassis Z.S. ton essionaiDistricf Dist c.t 11: Congressional Reore.senl'ative: Thaddeus McCotter - _ Address :of 777".-F, 6555 N. Milford Rd. 'C' OM a. =-,c r • i' at site ,.,,- Hidhland Township, 48442 !low- ' _ I Section 3 fflude710- -la liiince ',' Latituoe: 42.6957985556: :_ongitude: -83.6059551966 .fipposcr ...ar:-. . ',_ --',731:7411WPIR Natura Area Accessibility Program -' -- - ,-,-,- --•..ii.....-Lia= _Park :Ng -.. _ ' Lyon Oaks ....... ..... _...... Representative District 38: Craig M. DeRoche ,Stafelenatellista .. — Senate District 15: Nancy Cassis L_;5____ .. AS. rogressiondi Diste Distric: 1 Congressiona. Representative.: Thaddeus tvIcCotter Ad • afffe. 52251 Pontiac Trail , Village..atTownstd tif !site Wixom, 48393: Lyon Townshio Town, Aange and Section -1,1N.-R.7E.: Section 1 . ... , ,Ofitudellangitudkat Enhance Loll uae: 42.5235943403; -on4tuae: -83.5645915222 ACCitioncli infortrotion to Form 5750 Page 1 of 9 2008 MNRTF Development Grant Application - Natural Areas Accessiafrity Program • oPosat IrLii:7;7:17N' Noturai Area Accessibility Prooram Rose Oaks 411wWwilikiVagejia - 'State 0 I. ME Representative District 46: James Marl eau aim . ,StdieSendfil sirkr3J Senate District 15: Nancy Cossis li.C4=00/1 . dammor,oaDisiti : District 8; Congressional Representative: Mike Rogers west Entrance; 1132 Fish Lake Road .iAddreicsjOt _____ East Entrance: Bucknorn Lake Rood (Between 11435-11465) q ,vtaRe.* oivnsh -4tif site How, MI 45442; Rose Township -JOV,44; *sing!? and_Sectiorf T.4N.-R.7E.: Sections 9, i 6 m",_-.,..=-T.71!•En•-r.--2.7-7-7-7.7,,,?-r."-.... nn_,•_ _ West Entrance- :.otitude: 42.7485322287; Longitude: - - ' 83.6464933805 EM delbjr, lfudelieln East Entrance- Latitude: 42.7497663825: Longitude: -- 83.6320744654 --4---1111 Sec-ior, A2: Proje:i Sources of Matching Funds - B: Force Account Labor/Materials The Natural Areas Accessibility Program proposes /he construcfon of fishing piers, boardwalk trail connectors and wilo life viewing platforms at three county parks. The program was developed and budgeted to allow for the contracting of all services; however, based on the recent in-house construction of the grant-funded trail project at Independence Oaks, Oakland County Parks and Recreation (0CPR) staff could successfully complete the project as aescribea and would be used as staff allocations permit. Funds will be budgeted in fiscal years 2009-2011 to allow for the construction of the proposed site amenities if grant funding is recommended for award/reimbursement. Sect:an B. -ustr'iLctior of Need Oakland County Parks and Recreation Master Plan Update - 2007 The Recreation Master Plan Update for 2001 justifies the proposed Natural Areas Accessibility Program application by describing the OC_:PR initiatives that would be supported by the project, the grant funding policy That has been established to direct OCPR staff and the recreational neeos that have been identified through national trends and local surveys. Additional Inforrnolio9 to Form 5750 Page 2 of 9 2008 MNRTF Development Grant App/ication - Natural Areas Accessibility Program proposed amenities created through the Natural Areas Accessibility Program would promote trail connectivity between park lands and surrounding communities, would create universal access to unicue natural areas and would significantly enhance recreational opportunities within tne parks. p.66 - Needs and Priorities for improvement In, 2006 OCPR contracted with a polling firm to determine the recreational interests of Oakland County residents. Survey results indicate that the top three recreation facilities identified as most needed include walking and biking trails (63%), nature trails (50%). and picnic areas and shelters (50%). When looking at the distribution of respondents within the county. at least 60 percent of the respondents have a need for walking and biking trails In all four quadrants jot the county/. Based on the respondents four top choices, walking and biking trails (46%), nature trails (24%) and biking trails (20%) are the most important recreation facilities. Walking and biking trails are also the most important facilities identified by respondents in all four quadrants (of the county]. The proposed site amenities created by the Natural Areas Accessibility Program would create enhanced facilities that could meet demand for trails by local residents while creating linked trail systems with recreational resources that have a regional draw. 0.69 - City, Viliaree and Townshire Survey OCPR contacted the officials of al 62 Cities, Villages and Townships (CVT's) in Oakland County to determine the interests of these municipaFties in regards to OCPR and recreational opportunities within the County. The "suggestions for improvements of facilities include trail connections and dog parks." o.76 - Goals and Objectives In the Goals and Objectives for tl s Ire I egie plui i fur 2007-2009, OCPR notes the goal to "Provide outstanding facilities and programs." Objective 2, under this goal, directs OCPR to "Provide programs and support to meet identified needs." The Natural Areas Accessibility Program creates site amenities that will directly address the need for trail facilities and trail connectivity identified in public surveys, Oakland County Parks and Recreation 200 8 Budget OCPR has a 2008 Operating Budget of $24,264,863 Development Project Permits This project will result in no lass of wetlands. The proposed floating piers will be anchored in open water and the proposed boardwalks will be elevated above approximately 1400 linear feet of wetlands. Much of this wetland habitat is subject to state and federal protection as they are contained within systems greater than five acres in size and are continuous with lakes, rivers or streams. OCPR will submit a copy of Additional information to form 5750 Page 4 of 9 2008 mNRTF Development Grant Application - Natural Arcs Accessibility Program this application (including project location maps) to representatives of the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) in order to receive verification of this status and to obtain necessary permits. Based on successful past efforts, OCPR staff is confident that design and construction practices proposed in this project will safeguard these sensitive natural areas and will be approved by the MDEQ. OCPR staff will also consult with the Highland, Lyon and Rose Township officials in order to comply with local wetlands ordinances and building/soil erosion permits. In the case of Lyon Oaks, the Oakland County Drain Commissioner's (OCDC) office will require a soil erosion permit for any grading that would occur adjacent to wetlands and will have to be consulted for potential impact on Norton Drain that crosses through the park. Section E1: MN:RIF P-:a-i-v Areas - Natural Features o The Project Site inland Lake Frontage ThR pa-pc-Awl heordwalks and floating piers will create the following lake access: Total .4: N, , 7., 0. A ess 1, - . - ''' ,:TrgrijO . Lake- Open 4iiief.rs of Par ---..,:-......f.;.;.===z„.•-:.- -J..; ' Water kess Recreational Uses • . n ' linear A . on site 1 00 •k . ' Floating Fishing, Wildlife Highland Un-named 3.5-ac. 4.5-ac. 50 Pier Viewing Floating Fishing, Non- Un-named 5.7-ac. 50 Pier motorized Boating - Floating Fishing, Non- Rose Esler Lake 6.7-ac. 44-ac. 40 Pier motorized Boating Richardson Floating Fishing, Non- 4,3-ac. 40 Lake Pier motorized Boating , River Frontage The proposed boardwalk that provides access to the un-named lake at Rose Oaks also provides access to the stream channel flowing north through (:)se Oaks large wetland complex. The quality o' the channel for fishing is minimal due to seasonal water fluctuation, vegetation and beaver activity. However, a boardwalk will create unprecedented wildlife viewing opportunities within a sensitive wetland environment and the headwaters of the Shiawassee R ,ver. Additional informotion to Form 5750 Page 5 of 9 2008 MNRTF Development Grant Application - Natural Areas Accessibility Program Wetland Acreage The boardwalks, piers and viewing platfarms will create direct access to or views of significant wetland habitat at all three parks. Descriptions of the wetland habitat, as well as the amount and type of access, are listed below: _______. .... ,......_______ ... _ Tat ' .Means of Recre Dna . l'.,s=i,a/43 Wildlife Southern Shrub-carr 2.6-ac. Boardwalk viewing, Trail 100 Access Highland 73-ac. Wildlife Southern Wet Meadow 15,7-ac. Boardwalk Viewing, Trail 90 (lakeside) Access to Floating Pier ildlife Wildlife Wetland 3.2-ac, Boardwalk Viewing, Trail 50 Access Lyon 98.6-ac. Hardwood Wildlife Swamp/Me sic 34.3-ac. Boerdwalc Viewing, Trail 150 Forest Access Southern Wet Wildlife Meadow 148-ac. Boardwalk Viewing, Trail 1050 Access Rose 203-ac. Wildlife Wet-mesic 1 Prairie 0.5-0c. Boardwa:k Viewing, Trail 30 Access Rare Species or Other Sign ificant Natural Features The Michigan Natural Features Inventory (MNFII has identified large portions of each of the three sites as Priority One or Two natural areas. MNFI has also conducted detailed ecological surveys at each location to delineate Natural Communities, most notable of which is the Wet-mesic Prairie (State and Global Ranking: 52, G21 cr', Rose Oaks, which is rare in the state. Although the MN Fl ecological surveys did not confirm the presence of the numerous rare or threatened species in Oakland County, the wetland/upland complexes at these three iocations was reported to be appropriate for several listed species including "the eastern massasauga rattlesnake, Bianding's turtle, spotted turtle and box turtle." The proposed site amenities createa through the Natural Areas Accessibility Program will create unprecedented access to significant wetland habitat improving opportunities for hunting, wildlife viewing and educational prog -ams. Such access will also increase the ability of OCPR staff to build supeol for on-going habitat management prescribed by MNFI to insure the sus .,aincbility of high quality natural communities and to restore those that have been dearaced from past land practices. Additional informojion to Form 5750 Page 6 of 9 2008 MNRTF Development Grant Application - Natural Areas Accessibility Program E2 Driorr - MIal;fe \'c1ue c th& Project Site Protect Wildlife Habitat In the Shiawassee/Huron Report that included the survey results of the Highland Oaks Property, MNFI states that the ecological integrity of siarriliec_anl iiu Val features will be determined by "the degree to which all ecosystem elements, including native plants, animals, insects, natural communities, and processes are intact and functioning in ways that ensure long-term viability and adaptation to changing environmental conditions." OCPR asserts that the recreational and educational opportunities created by the Natural Areas Accessibility Program are essential to building awareness of and support for the on-going stewardship or' critical wildlife habitat. In absence of such public support, OCPR is unable to secure the financial and politica capital necessary to implement key management practices including exotic species removal, prescribed fire and wetland restoration. Nth \7:-:rftriv ieas -Natural Reso,krce, Pecreation OrpportunitieE Water Recreation Opportunities The boardwalks, floating piers and viewing platforms will create new opportunities for fishing at 4 lakes, boating at 3 Ickes and wildlife vieWng/trail recreation experiences that are linked to more than 423 acres of parkland waterscapes. The emphasis on universally accessible design will continue to promote OCRs commitment to removing barriers to recreational opportunities, Hunting Opportunities The trail connectivity created by the proposed site amenities will enhance hunter access to all three locations during the annual open archery hunts. Fishing Opportunities The boardwalks and floating piers will create new universal access to fishing at 4 relatively remote Jokes completely contained within Oakland County Parks. Current park fishing programs will be expanded to feature this access. and fishing guides, currently under development, will advertise these unique taciiities to residents across Oakland County. Bird Watching or Other Wildlife Viewing Opportu nities The boardwalks, floating piers anc viewing platforms will create 54 rific_aril opportunities for bird watching and other wildlife viewing opportunities as they create universal access to sigeificeel r iulural areas with documented high ouolity natural communities. Additional Thformotion to Form 5750 Page 7 of 9 2008 MNRTF Development Grant Application - Natural Areas Accessibility Program Nature interpretation or Educational Opportunities OCPR staff are pi upusirly lu provide interpretive displays/kisoks u I c.)pprupliule locations adjacent to the site amentities proposed in this application. The facilities and the access that they create provide significant opportunties ;-o introduce visitors to the natural history of Oakland County which is typified in these county parks. The interpretive displays will be universally accessible, as wil the trails or platforms on which they will be located. Staff are also exploring opportunities to create downloadable MR3 tours of the boardwalks/piers/trails/platforms to provide rich interpretive experiences for a range of visitors incuding those with visua: or cognitive impairments. PZ; Areas— Public Access ...)coon unities Site Access The proposed site amenities will be located on park trails with access to runners/hixers, x-country skiers, bicyclists and [where appropriate) equestrians. Appropriate barriers are. or will be, in place to prohibit vehicular access. Hours of operation will be from dawn to dusk (or 1/2 hour before aawn to % hour after dusk during open archery hunts). There is no charge fo use the trails and related site amenities at Oakland County Parks. Reasonable non-motorized access to he proposed facili7ies is available from rural connector roads and the Lyon Oaks trail system is linked to the community's non- motorized pathway. Convenient parking is also available at the three parks sites. Vehicle permits (available on-line, by mail, local retailers and at the Lyon Oaks Contact Station) are required for a modest fee. To offset the potential barrier to recreational Jse that this fee represents, OCPR is working with Oaklane Livingston Human Services Association (OLHSA) to make vehicular access passes available to low income residents free of charge. Sec'io- KI:\IRTF Prarity Areas— Stoteiroilways Trails, Access and Recreational Opportunities The proposed site amenities that will be created through the Natural Areas Accessibility Program will significantly improve trail access within the Oakland County Parks Trail System which will help OCPR to realize the vision of a countywide trail network-Oak Routes. The boardwalks at Highland Oaks will create trail access to two thirds of the park not yet utilized for passive recreation. The trail connectors could open up the opportunity for the park to host a major north-south trail link that would, in turn, enhance local and regional trail connectivity. The addition of an accessible fishing pier and the use of the boardwalks for wildlife viewio,g will also cr eate important recreational attractions/des] ir iu lions Ulu' liuve been identified by major Trail organizations, including Additiona: information to Form 5750 Page 8 of 9 2008 MNRTF Development Grant Application - Natural Areas Accessibility Program the International Mountain Biking Association, as being key components of the sustctinability of trail use and maintenance. The boardwalks at Lyon Oaks woutl create a large trail loon through the park's large natural area and would significantly increase the recreational opportunities offered by the Huron Valley Trail, to which fr is directly connected. The boardwalks would also provide significant educeonal opportunities with access to the Norton Drain and the new 13-acre wetland mitigation area. The boardwalks at Rose Oaks wiil create trail access across the large wetland complex that bisects the park and feeds the Shiawassee River. Spanning this gap, the boardwalks will open up significant portions of the park for recreational access and the development of an additional 3 miles of park trail. The expanded access would also create east-west trail linkages within the Oak Routes system, direct access to a major utility corridor and unprecedented opportunities for the creation of trail connections between Oakland and Livingston Counties. Additional informo;ibn to form 5750 Page 9ot 9 Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund NATURAL AREAS ACCESSIBILITY PROGRAM PROJECT NARRATIVE Operating Departmen:-: Oakland County Parks and Recreation Mission Statement To pioi,ida au residenla of Oaldd unt lcgcien reavationatici park 31*faclities an .prolemsion =page:merit tesuitingin.' . a compialiemive liountyl park:arta:11*a; enhandes t.ha rcsidCaiteiliality, 2007 MINIM Grant Application - Natural Areas Accessibility Program Development Grant Project Narrative: Oakland County Parks and Recreation's Natural Areas Accessibility Program I. PROJECT DESCRIPTION Introduction As part of the ongoing effort to promote the use of Oakland County's natural resources, Oakland County Parks and Recreation (0CPR) is seeking financial assistance from the Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund to construct a series of universally accessible site amenities in high quality natural areas. This development proposal will feature the construction of boardwalks, floating piers and elevated platforms at three county parks as part of a Natural Areas Accessibility Program to promote hunting, fishing. boating, wildlife viewing, trail use and educational outreach to residents throughout the county. Natural Areas Accessibility Proaram OCPR is a regional recreation provider whose mission is to provide quality recreational and educational experiences for the residents of and visitors to Oakland County. In order to realize this mission, OCPR recognizes the need to remove potential barriers to the use of public recreation facilities, particularly in light of recent studies that indicate a national decline in participation in outdoor activities. Workshops held during the development of °CPR's 2007 grant applications illustrated the challenges of address:ng the recreational arid educational interests of individuals with special needs, particularly in high quality natural areas. In general, representatives of the various communities with special needs indicated that it is reasonable to expect publiby funded facilities to address issues of surfacing, slope, stability, reach and visibility to provide equity of access to the full range of opportunities offered. In response to the feedback proviaed in the 2007 workshops, OCPR staff have proposed a series of site amenities that would strike a balance between promoting the recreationa and educational use of unique natural features and ensuring their continued stewardship. This Natural Areas Accessibility Program will utilize existing educational and recreational programs together with grant funded construction projects to create universal access to parkland natural resources at Highland Oaks, Lyon Oaks and Rose Oaks County Parks. Form 5750 Project Summary and Needs Statement Page 1 of 13 Site One: Highland Oaks County Park Highland Oaks County Park is a 264 -acre park acquired in 2007 with financial assistance from the Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund {MNRTF). The park was acquired to serve as a regional passive recreation Locility that could provide trail access to a variety of unique natural features incluaing a large wetland complex that divides the park into three large upland areas. The proposed site elements would allow for the extension of trail access to the lower two-thirds of the park, create fishing access to a glacial kettle lake, and provide ample opportunities for wildlife viewing. Trail access to and across this landscape would also raise awareness of OC P R stewardship practices while creating key opportunities for watershed education. IMSBANIVAI Picnic shelters: Multi-use traits- 2.8 mile (additionj; Single-track traii loops; Fishing; tional Special Events Boardwalks - 190 linear feet: bating Piers -50 linear feet Multi-use trails - 1.5 miles; Open archery deer hunting Open water - 4.5 acres; Wetbnd habitat - 73 acres; Upland habitat - 180.5 acres; Devcoped - 6 acres Natural Areas Accessblity Progam , ' kit ASSet Itt'isOtir.CC leSer$ a Jori Protject pgat344,1,,,000 blithe stligi Resonr6et . report, Til f 1 signi Fea noted. Oaks] site', ' the south , Canine.; a . flow ofsi • [Highland ,..; . Budchonza wellap.d:c9ta - teF41,471,, raj7 ", 4 W01] V•;_ "..;e, • _0,-; •377-r_11"7-.7f!,7771 12, 1 ,Lie7M=riang._rt. Arvre-nra : . .7.17139.547 1- . quality nahlTil."" ILIIR Site Descriptions -Commemorative Seed Scattering at tr-,e Grand Opening of highlond Ocks Form 5750 Project Summary and Needs Statement Page 2 of 13 w.„,.to5...oiii,, r..,. elaztit ii, _,:=,„---,,—,--i..,,.;:.;.,,.,rx....;L ....t,xvf,41,...,„,_4_45..11., m...';47.11i7L-Z,g..'i t-erztirtzr.,--„,11,4 PWTirerrZ;.1.4k.i.ti Multi-use trail con nectbns; Widife viewing platform Multi-use trails - 5,7 miles; Open archery deer hunting; Nature Center - SI:afted Dog park -7.4 acres; Picnic shelters -2: Playground- 1; Soccer Fields -2: Cricket - 1 Pitch; Cricket - 2 Pracfce Pitches winets: Golf - 18 Holes/Driving Range: Golf - Club house/Banquet Wetbnd habitat 98.6 acres; Wetkjiidlurukion - 13 acres; Upland habitat - 741.9 acres; Developed - 188 ac-es -Project Location Mac Proposed boardwalks will significantly expand the recreational access to the Lyon Oaks natural area by forming key links in a looped trail system. The proposed platform will also create opporlunities to view wildlife in forested wetland habitat, prairie grassiands {currently under restoration) and a 13-acre wetland mitigation project. -Lyon ()co:3 Wetland Mitigation Project Site Two: Lyon Oaks County Park Lyon Oaks is a 1041.5 acre park acquired between 1992 and 2004 with financia4 assistance from the Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund (MNRTF). The park was acquired to create both cictive and passive recreational experiences. Facilities currently feature golf, soccer, cricket, a staffed nature center, dog park and 5.7 miles of multi-use trails through a 467- acre conservation area. Form 5750 Project Summary and Needs Statement Page 3 of 13 611:1=19!SWEI Boardwalks- 1050 Inecr feet; Fbating piers - 130 linear feet; viewing platfcrms - 1 Picnic shelters; Multi-use trails-5 mile (addition): Single-track trail loops; ExcriUeJ [iJ lir .y Non-motorized boating; Educational events; Wildlife viewing platforms Open water - 44 acres: Wetland habitat - 203 acres: Upland habitat - 390 acres; Developed - 3 acres Multi-use trails- 3.5 miles; 100 feet of shoreline ft hing -Project Location Map By providing trail access to me northern portion of Rose Oaks, the boardwalks will create an opportunity to connect park trails with a major east-west utility corridor {owned and operated by ITC). The Oakland County Trails Coordinator - Melissa Prowse has been in discussion with TO regarding the use of the utility corridor to create a trail connector between Oakland and Livingston County. -Rase Oaks Thai! Riders Site Three: Rose Oaks County Park Rose Oaks is a 644-acre park acquired in 1992 with financial assistance from the Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund (MtARTF). The park was acquired to serve as a regional passive recreation park that provides troll access in significant natural areas that exemplify the habitat diversity of Oakland County. The proposed site elements would allow for the extension of north-south and east-west trail access within the park, create fishing and non-motorized boat access to several glacial kettle lakes and provide ample opportunities for wildlife viewing. Trail access across this landscape would also raise awareness of OCPR stewardship practices while creating key opportunities for watershed education. Form 3750 Project Summary and Needs Statement Page 4 of ;3 -Project Location Map fll OJf , Rce flr 1Dr2porlt.milic,s dkifieiv ciee fir: IL NATURAL RESOURCE ACCESS AND PROTECTION Site One: Highland Oaks Natural Resource Access The Highland Oaks landscape s dominated by large fallow fields in various states of succession. Despite the widespread clearing and abundance of exotic shrubs that have resulted from past agricultural practices, tne park contains remnants of prairie, oak barrens and a diversity of wetland habitats including shrub - carr, emergent marsh, wet meadow and open water. The park is accessed via a temporary gravel parking lot at the maintenance facility located at the northeast corner of the property off Milford Road. The park was acquired to provide passive recreational opportunities including archery deer hunting, fish 'ing and trail use. Approximately 1.5 miles of trail have been open to the public since the parks opening in the fall of 2007 and more than 50 archers were able to participate in the State 's fall deer season. Access to the lower two -thirds of the park has been limited by the large wetlana complex that runs east-west across the site. • .-yietlianct•rtial:iitat 73 acies. • tipici6d trcibitat.,.1130 acres .. • DelvOopp.cf +424re; ulvreRecrecil 110pDorfuliilie;:, ' . • • -Iviutfi4sotrailf42:13.17nie.:::;- ...-{ciddiilarilil-";',;.1?: • Singie-inartiibil • Fishing r.:•-..i•••• r: • Ed ucotbnol Event s • • Boadwalks - 190 lineal. it 7', • Floating :fiefs ,.5a linear ft -Highfernd OoKs We t!onds The construction of boardwalks and floating piers across park wetlands will allow for the creation of an additional 2.8 miles of multi-use trails, wil provide year round fishing opportunities and will create more convenient access during seasonal deer hunts. Addtional trails and access to a variety of wetland habitats will also significantly enhance wildlife viewing opportunities. Form 5750 Project Summary and Needs Statement Page 5 of 13 ci zittork DpDc-i.vr ri.es -Are.r0iiedo*latqf - :.• • PlaygraKid 7 • Soccer, Fields -2 • CriCker- I Pilch • Cricket-2Prciicefil;Cits Golf t18 ••• Gof =Gar -:::Club,Itiol4W.8arigiuet,t , %Are. f:',.:•facc,11,innul • waciffeMe •BoOrdiviilkt-t274)4dicarliej*“ • WildigiNieasit atC1 ;At t -Lyon Oaks Nes/ Box Program 7irm.3 Site Two: Lyon Oaks Natural Resource Access The 469-acre Lyon Oaks conservation area is characterized by large areas of mesic southern forest with scattered wetar.d depressions featuring southern swamp, wet- mesic prairie and emergent marsh communities. The naturaf area is bisected (north- south) by a gas-pipeline corridor and a reguated drain (Norton Drain) and is bordered by old fields that have been fallow since the acquisition of the park. The area has also been subjected to agricultural practices such as grazing, ditching and field tiling as well as the removal of mature hardwood trees (hi-grading) which has created relatively even aged stands and a low diversity of understory vegetation. Despite the years of disturbance, the Lyon Oaks conservation area still supports natural communities that are either in good condition or are excellent candidates for habitat restoration. A 5.7-mile trail system provides educational and recreational access including hiking, interpretive events and archery deer hunting to all of the natural communities represented cr the park. The construction of a boardwa:k to cross the large wetland complex adjacent to the Norton Drain will allow for the creation of a looped tra:1 system at Lyon Oaks which will, in turn, create more convenient access during seasonal deer hunts and will enhance the use of •ee conservation area as a destination resource for the Huron Valley Trail. The boardwalk will also enhance wildlife viewing opportunities as port of the trail experience at Lyon Oaks, and the addition of an elevated platform (adjacent to a forested wetland and the newly restored 13-acre wetland site} will promote wildlife-based recreation and educational opportunities offered by the park. Forrn 5750 Project Summary and Needs .5aternerif Page 6 of 73 -Rose Oaks Wetiond 7,,CUTMIY: Riic.mofjorini agigtorior : . R(..,crev11-Qnu. poltinitieF Picnic-shelt :mile ' • Single-trodirafloop's • • Exoondeel fishing cucess • • Non.moiorized booting:. . • Ed uccstional events • Mate vng .plattomls • 'Boodle:folks - 1050 linear Itt - Flootirtg "piers:4 130 inear ft • View1gb'platforrns 4'14 ' .0PLTY.4:01.gri.44:bdie,04 We.444441iittilie • L1006.*116biliii .L.66iii Site Three: Rose Oaks Natural Resource Access The 640-acre Rose Oaks park is characterized by roiling oak uplands, kettle lakes and a large wetland complex positioned high in the headwaters of the Shiawassee River. The site has a diversity of habitats that are of relatively high quality despite the fragmentation and alterations associated with early farmstead settlement. The park is operated to provide passive recreational opportunities including archery hunting, educational events, fishing, non-motorized boating and trail use. The 3.5-mile trail system provides educationa and recreational access to many of the natural communities represented at the park including the large wet meadow complex that divides the park. The construction of boarawalks to cross the Rose Oaks wetlands will allow for the construction of an additional 5 miles of multi-use trail, would create east-west and north- south trail connectivity within the park, would better utilze existing parking facilities and wou!al promote the use of The park for archery hunting. Together with the construction of two floating piers. the ooardwalks will also provide a rare opportunity to create public boating and fishing access to remote kettle lakes. -Aerial Photo of .Esle( Lake The viewing platform and the boardwalk/pier on Richard Lake will also create direct access to wet mesic prairie habitat that is rare in the state and offers unique opportunities for viewing wildife and hosting educational programming. Form 5750 Project Summary and Needs Starement Page 7 of 13 -,Yo:.e Oaks Sedge Meadow Burn Resource Protection OCPR operates a Natural Resources Stewardship Program at all thirteen county parks in order to implement the recommendations made by tvINFI ecologists and DNR biologists, to fulfill obligations of voluntary agreements (such as the Michigan Turfgrass Associations Environmental Stewardship Program) or state and federal regulations (such as the recent Phase II Stormwater Permit). The maintenance access created through the construction of boardwalks and piers will better allow OCPR to implement the stewardship prescribed by MNFI at all three park sites including prescribed burns, tree thinning and exotic species removal, The Natural Resources Stewardship Program will not only protect the parkland natural features that will be accessed by the proposed development grant but will a!so help ensure the continued value of the recreational and educational opportunities created through the construction of the proposed site amenities. III. PROJECT JUSTIFICATION AND SUPPORT Oakland County's unique intericbate geology has created a picturesque landscape that features a diversity of habitats and more than 1400 lakes, which has shaped the county's rich history as a recrearbn destination. For more than a century, residents from across southeast Michigan have been attracted by the opportunities to enjoy Oakland County's natural features: an attraction that has lead to the rapid development of the county's rural areas. Fortunately, the area also has several recreational providers, including the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MDNR), Huron-Clinton Metropolitan Authority (HCMA) and Oakland County Parks and Recreation (OCPR) that operate regional focities that will insure public access to these parkland resources in perpetuity. Recreation providers, however, have an obligation to insure an equity of access to recreation. OCPR i corn ri Id led la remov i ng potential bailers and has proposed the Natural Areas Accessibility Program to expand universai access to park natural areas and the unique recreational and educational opportunities that 7ney provide. Form 5750 Project Summary and Needs Stetement Page 8 of 13 CM* WILPI kE;!.4A.111DA 111,171R nklx .11 :P.. Public interest surveys commissioned by OCPR in 2006 indicated that trail use was the most important form of recreation to county residents. Passive recreation in natural areas also consistently ranked high in survey questions regarding the need for new parkland facilities. These results mirror national trends (see excerpts from the 2007 Oakland County Parks and Recreation Master Pion included in the Additional Information to Form 5750), OCPR has proposed the Natural Areas Accessibility Program to address these interests as well as the need for universal accessibility to ensure equity of access for county residents. 011. Parks and Recreation Facilities That Are Most Important to Respondent Households tyr.rwilapvvrinarl161.11iVIVTAIMOd RM. 84 iTt Iv) Vet Makes • Vake-V 1.,e1d1viG 71111, Hahn t- Ir ATIPO'fre Dtian: ROC-Ke, snerws 1— OCPR also recognizes that issues of accessibility will become even more prominent as the effects of an aging population, sedentary life styles and increasing numbers of disabled individuals are realized. Public Hearing A public hearing was held at the regularly scheduled meeting of the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission on January 9, 2008. Advertisements for the hearing appeared in the Oakland Press one week prior te the meeting. No public comment was received during the hearing. However, the grant funded site amenities proposed as oari of the Natural Areas Accessibility Program are consistent with the Lyon Oaks and Rose Oaks Master Plans, the 2007 Oakland County Park Recreational Master Plan and the Highland Oaks Acquisition Grant Application Concept, oil of which were developed with public consultation. The proposed project is also consistent with the goals and objectives of the Oakland Trails AdVsory Council and the comments received during focus group workshops conducted in preparation for the Addison Oaks Connector Trail Grant (2007 MNRTF Applicaticn) and the Waterford Oaks Accessible Playground (2007 Accessible by Design Program), Form 5750 Project Summary and Needs Statement Page 9 of 13 Post Grant Performance OCPR has benefited from several MNRTF and LWCF grants aaministered by the staff of the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MDNR). Grants have been accepted in good faith, and every effort has been mode to comply with all MDNR stipulations. OCPR is confident That future grant agreements will continue to be carried out in this spirit. '- Oakland County Parks and Recreation - Grant History Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund Grant , Acquisition Acreage Approval Grant Type Park or Facility Grant Amount I Date 1987 Acquisition Groveland Oaks 165 $203,508.76 _1987 Acquisition ' Inaepenetence Oaks 251 $340,823.57 1988 Acquisition Independence Oaks , 5 $22,402,00 1989 Acquisition Lyon Oaks I 637,5 $1,714,785.31 1990 Acquisition Addison Oaks 91.2 $279,304.08 1991 Acquisition I -von Oaks 101.1 $75,019.70 1993 Acquisition ,..yon Oaks 172.91 $567,763.06 1993 1 Acquisition ' Rose Oaks 599.62 $542,500.00 1997 Acquisition Lyon Oaks 1 13.8 $174,000.00 2006 1 Acquisition Highland Oaks 260 $1.440.000.00 Total Acquisition Grant Awards: $5.360,106.48 2002 Development I Independence Oaks 1 OYC Facilities $163,200.00 2005 Development Independence Oaks I OYC Connector Trail $219,000.00 Total Development Grant Awards: $382,200.00 1 Total Trust Fund Grant Awarded to OCPR: $5,742,306.48 , i In addition to the successfully completed grant projects listed above, OCPR was awarded a $1,900,000 grant for the purchase of the Upper Bushman Lake Property in 2006 and has been lek..uoil 'ended for the Addison Oaks Property Acquisition ($616,000) and the Addison Oaks Connector Trail Development ($228,800) in 2007. Maintenance and Operational Budgets The maintenance of each of the grant funded amenities will be incorporated into The grounds mainteriunce. budgets of each of the respective parks. Based on the construction, operation and care of similar facilities at Independence Oak's staff anticipates that maintenance costs will be small relative to the cost of maintaining public access to the entire park sires, including restrooms and parking. Form 5750 Project Summary and Needs Statement Page 70 of 73 -(ndependence Oaks Bridge and Boardwaik IV. SITE SELECTION AND PROJECT DESIGN The three project locations were selected for the installation of the boardwalks, piers and viewing platforms because: • Eacn site contains significant natural features that are underutilized for recreational and educational programming due to issues of accessibility; • Each park been specified for natural resources-based passive recreation in pork master plan documents or grant appEcation documents that serve as interim master plans for new parks after their acquisition); • Each proposed development offers opportunities to create new or unique access to natural features that could have countywide appeal; • Staff has identified critical trail connections at each location that could oe created through this development proposal Barrier-Free Compliance OCPR considers issues of universal access (according to standards set forth in the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA); in every deveiopment project it initiates. All buildings have barrier-free access and every park has significant portions of the site fully accessible to all visitors. OCPR has recently undergone a complete review of all park facilities, trails and recreational amenities by a consulting firm specializing in ADA compliance. The reses of this study will help guide future capital improvement and park maintenance projects. Because trails, fishing piers and outdoor recreation facilities are not included in ADA compliance rules adopted by the U.S Department of Justice, OCPR will design and construct trail boardwalks, fishing piers and wildlife-viewing p:atforms to meet the recommendations specified in the 2007 ADA Guidelines. Accessible. Trail Development The newly constructed 1.5-miles of multi-use trail at Highland Oaks were oriented using detailed aerial photographs and topographic maps in order to provide trails with gradients no greater than 5%. Trail improvements scheduled for 2008 will include the addition of compacted aggregate (limestone crusher dust) to ensure appropriate surface stability. Similar practices will be implemented at Lyon Oaks and Rose Oaks to provide trail access to the proposed universally accessible site amenities. (Future testing protocols wil include the use of rotational penetrorneters to confirm surface stability.) Farm 5750 Project Summary and Needs Statement Page 11 of 13 -Access to Porto workshop Waterford Activity Center Pci Viet.... 01 II; nantsir21.-Ark-7 F-Tgq 4ncependerice Oaks Hooting Fishing Pier Concept Development and User input OCPR staff held an Access to Parks event at Waterford Oaks in the fall of 2007 to solicit input on the grant proposals and the development of a universally accessible playground. Advocates of the local Deaf community, Paralyzed Veterans of America and Disabilities Today commented on the proposed concepts for the trail connectivity and the future acquis!tion of natural areas. Proposed concepts met or exceeded their expectations in most respects although staff are currently exploring: • Radio Frequency or Cell Phone Emergency Alert Systems • Synthetic Binders for Trail Su/facing Aggregate • Universal Access Composting or Pit Toilet Designs • Universally Accessible Hand Pumps It was pointed out both by advocates of sportsmen with mobility challenges as well as by planners from the State Parks that the trail distances and the proposed crusned irnestone pathways necessary to access park natural areas wl create appropriate experiences for those seeking remote wilderness-like experiences, but would not be welcomed by more casual users that prefer asphalt paved surfaces. OCPR design staff have considered the use of asphalt but confirmed that the cost would be prohibitive and its use would not be appropriate given the potential impact on the surrounding natural areas. Additional focus group sessions are planned for 2008 with [esults of the public input to be provide as an application supplement Context Sensitive Design The proposed boardwalks, fishing piers and elevated platform access ramps will be 0' wide to meet AASHTO standards for multi-use trails ono to allow easy access by groups of visitors using mobility assistance devices. Form 5750 Project Summary and Needs Stolemenf Page 12 of i3 fest Isti Aitst Int tknigir Ism SCNTANCIOP Minims Itellipmf* For Brass trig. --ittion toll Sractti I , M161.""Weatgal; iavnAzter Lett Section These site amenities will be built with treated wood and secured in wet areas by helical piers which, together with cantilever construction Practices have been shown to minimize the potential impact on wetland habitat. StrePlAKhr Lod Fir Criss-lipici -Helica/ Pier Manufacturer Scnernatic: Fishing piers will also incorporate flotation cells and movable ramps to compensate for fluctuating water levels while maintaining accessible slope tolerances. -Independence Oars Boardwalk Public Communications and Programming The grant funded site amenities will be included with recreational opportunities at each location that are currently advertised through promotional signage, flyers, new resident brochures and web postings. Several recreational and educational programs will benefit from the addition of these structures and the enhanced opportunities that they provide. Additional promotions would be anticipated through advertisement of: )- Nature Recreation Programs Educationa Outreach Programs • Women in the Wilderness • Ncture CenTer Special Events • Teen Outside • Interpretive Signage Program • Geocaohing • FisIino Guide's > Trail connectivity • Oak Routes TrCffi Network Maps • Ride the Rose Annual Event Form 5750 Project Summary and Needs Statement Page 13 of 13 Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund NATURAL AREAS ACCESSIBILITY PROGRAM PARK BOUNDARY MAPS Operating Department: Oakland County Parks and Recreation 2005 Black & VW& Aerial Signature of Authorized Individual Date rikKittND k V.1 11 F14:1 NATURAL AREAS ACCESSIBILITY PROGRAM BOUNDARY MAP Highland Oaks County Park 6555 N. Milford Road Holly, Mt 48442 witrwitrpin rikti 4 WM/. Rommi Ain Inre AL I gum. ""Ersitili noi mucap.0111% tel Ooklonel County Perks & Rflonsation 2800 Watkins Lake Road toe iftterford. MI 414328 Stencil &ewe,* 019cor Lai Park Features .11 Ekistlrg Trails Proposed Trails Propossd Boardwalk Lir 21c Pmposed Floating Platform lye R.allroad 112 in2:4 AwidOturai: •:,6 t VacStit May. 60;11 Putions• _ 4igPgg)A5agggill 2006 Black & White Aerial Sit nature of Author! ed In • Ivl • .1 • - q-AKLAND [ion k VA M NATURAL AREAS ACCESSIBILITY PROGRAM BOUNDARY MAP Lyon Oaks County Park 52251 Pontiac Trail Wixom, MI 48393 Oakland County Parka & Recreation Watkirs Lake Road Waterford, MI 41932.13 mom stoodi Exiscuth. 011k*f Ailep Crneird on Feb Ott IVOR -Park Featurom Evng Trii • Propoted Trails Firposed Boardwalk AdIve Railrolid" Tj Lakeit & Stnaarni' sTif:Mrqr139lit - n11111 .03=71 1.2 11.140.1011. per1.1 llomribh PSI bow. awned Rom nordml 111th, iiInts re& moth. PI 4 mita Mindy maslisl mop •n mwerr end I. +144 I01d.1 le be UN1$ flouldl mm1/I IS 141.• rho =awe lankInad d7•11.110111.mlbra 2006 slack a Mite Aerial Signature of Authorized Individual Date Q-7 rAKLANP CILIA 1:1 i 61!1 kt-1 NATURAL AREAS ACCESSIBILITY PROGRA BOUNDARY MAP Rose Oaks County Park 1132 Fish Lake Road Holly, MI 41442 Oakland County Parka & Recreation 2800 Walldna Ulm Road 00' Viaatartmd, MI48323 Durfail Simla lEximilhoo 01111rar • filkunnolh., premtaki hinuAlh Ma lam *wane Irma ...1.1.1.16 mak p11., INN mow sod Ow pa:a:m.3m* re4 DN.* whae4•11 111, inmelded Awn comma Sr 1n1144milm ernms nualmmil Nen limn derlom Park Features " Exiting Traits Procostai Troia Proposed Boardlwalk i=iN=to Proposed Mating - Achy, 'Railroad " Lolkes & Streams., is, Mhp {Zremeed arr DI 20471 rtiffirV.Pop avaderm. lmillrn , it MIMIC_ irpmp‘pg -'pill rill Ma FINANC CO ITTEE '1/ -4 FISCAL NOTE (MR #08050 March 20, 2008 BY: Finance Committee, Mike Rogers, Chairperson IN RE: PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION - SUPPORT FOR APPLICATION TO THE MICHIGAN NATURAL RESOURCES TRUST FUND FOR THE OAKLAND COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION NATURAL AREAS ACCESSIBILITY PROGRAM Pursuant to Rule XII-C of this Board, the Finance Committee has reviewed the above referenced resolution and finds: 1) The purpose of the grant application is to secure funding to provide access to open space, facilities and recreational opportunities for all residents of Oakland County. 2) The application requests funding in the amount of $500,000, with $220,000 (44%) in State Funds and $280,000 f56k) in local match coming from % mil Oakland County Parks and Recreation Fund revenues. 3) The Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission approved support for this application on February 9, 2008. 4) This is the first year of the award with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources Trust Fund. 5) The application is due by April 1, 2008. 6) The grant funding period is from April 1, 2008 through December 31, 2008. 7) This grant requires a resolution be approved by the Board of Commissioners to authorize the application for funding. 8) A fiscal report has also been submitted to meet the requirements of the grant procedures. FINANCE COMMITTEE Motion carried unanimoy on a rol: call vote tfi Coulter absent, RrriAiihritn, County Clerk Resolution #08050 March 20, 2008 Moved by Middleton supported by Nash the resolutions (with fiscal notes attached) on the amended Consent Agenda be adopted (with accompanying repot b being auuepted). AYES: Bums, Coulter, Crawford, Douglas, Gershensoa, Gingen, GOSSetin, Gregory, Greimel. Jacobsen, KowaU , Long, Middleton. Nash, Potter. Potts, Rogers, Scott, Spector, Woodward, Zack, Bullard. (22) NAYS: None. (0) A sufficient majority having voted in favor, the resolutions (witn fiscal notes attached) on the amended Consent Agenda were adopted (with accompanying reports being accepted). )4_ - Y 4-14- I HEREBY APPROVE THE FOREGOING RESOLUTION ACTING PURSUANT TO 1973 PA 139 STATE OF MICHIGAN) COUNTY OF OAKLAND) 1, 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 March 20, 2008, 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 March, 2008.