HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolutions - 2009.03.26 - 9825MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #09064 March 26, 2009
BY: Planning and Building Committee, John A. Scott, 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 AREA ACCESSIBILITY IMPROVEMENTS AT HIGHLAND, LYON, RED AND
ROSE OAKS COUNTY PARKS
To the 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 the 2009 funding cycle; and
WHEREAS, the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission has resolved
on February 11, 2009 to submit an application for the Natural Area Accessibility
Improvements at Highland, Lyon, Red and Rose Oaks County Parks 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 the 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 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 Planning and Building Committee, I move the
adoption of the foregoing resolution.
PLANNING AND IllaLDING COMMITTEE y
PLANNING & BUILDING COMMITTEE VOTE:
Motion carried unanimously on a roil call vote.
GRANT REVIEW SIGN OFF — Parks & Recreation
GRANT NAME: 2009 Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund Development Grant
FUNDING AGENCY: Michigan Department of Natural Resources
DEPARTMENT CONTACT PERSON: Jon Noyes 8584624
STATUS: Grant Application
DATE: March 9, 2009
Pursuant to Misc. Resolution #01320, please he advised the captioned grant materials have
completed internal grant review. Below are the returned comments.
The captioned grant materials and grant application package (which should include an application
Report from Fiscal Services to the Chairperson of the Board of Commissioners, the grant
application, and this Sign Off email containing grant review comments) may be submitted to the
Chairperson of the Board of Commissioners for review and signature, with informational copies
to the appropriate Board of Commissioners' committee(s).
DEPARTMENT REVIEW
Department of Management and Budget:
Approved. Laurie Van Pelt (3/312009)
Department of Human Resources:
Approved. — Cathy Shallal (313/2009)
Risk Management and Safety:
Approved. — Andrea Plotkowski (3/44/2009)
Corporation Counsel:
After reviewing the above-referenced grant application, I found no legal issues that must be
resolved before the grant application is submitted. — Jody S. Hall (3/R/2009)
PRO9-003
RESOLUTION
IN SUPPORT OF THE APPLICATION FOR
A MICHIGAN NATURAL RESOURCES TRUST FUND DEVELOPMENT GRANT
FOR THE OAKLAND COUNTY PARKS ANDRECREATION
NATURAL AREA ACCESSIBILITY IMPROVEMENTS AT
HIGHLAND, LYON, RED AND ROSE OAKS COUNTY PARKS
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 April 1, 2009; and
WHEREAS, the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission has identified and
established priorities for acquisitions and improvements within the adopted Recreation Master
Plan; and
WHEREAS, this program ties in with the Oakland County Parks and Recreation
Commission's strategic plan objective 2.10,1 to develop and implement a system-wide phased
accessibility plan with the goal of creating ADA compliance; and
WHEREAS, the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission recommends the
filing of the following application to the Department of Natural Resources for a $308,000
grant (44% of total project costs) with a local match of 5392,000 (56%):
NATURAL AREA ACCESSIBILITY IMPROVEMENTS AT
HIGHLAND, LYON, RED AND ROSE OAKS COUNTY PARKS
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Parks and
Recreation Commission hereby requests the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
authorize and approve the Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund Development grant
application.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Oakland County Parks and Recreation
Commission hereby requests the Board of Commissioners direct its Chairperson or designee
to execute said application on behalf of the County of Oakland.
Moved by: Charles Palmer
Supported by: Richard Skarritt
Date: February 11, 2009
AYES: Burns, Kostin, Lewis, Long, McCulloch, Palmer, Scott, Skarritt (8)
NAYS: (0)
Motion carried on a voice vote.
Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund
Natural Areas Accessibility improvements
at Highland, Lyon, Red and Rose Oaks County Park
APPLICATION FORM 5750
FORM 5750 — ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Operating Department: Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission
FOR-liti-R-LiSE ONLY _
AppltatIon Number
Region Number
Michigan Department oi Natural Resources - Grants Management
MICHIGAN NATURAL RESOURCES TRUST FUND
2009 GRANT APPLICATION
This information is requested by authority of Fart 19 of Act 451 of 1994, to be considered for a recreation grant.
A large print version of this application is available upon request.
Please refer to chapter 3 of 2009 Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund Application Guidelines booklet for
information on completing this form.
Section Al: Applicant, Site, Project Identification
1, Name of Applicant (Government Unit) Federal ID Number (required) County
Oakland County Parks and Recreation 38-6004876W Oakland
, Name of Authorized Representative (responsittie for application day -to-day) 'Title
Jon J. Noyes Supervisor - Planning
Address Telephone i FAX
28n Watkins Lake Rd. (248)858-4624 i (248)858-1683
City State DP &mall
Waterford MI 48328 noyesj@oakgov.com
State House District State Senate District U.S. Congressional District
See attached See attached See attached
Address of site !City, Village or Township of site .ZIP
See attached See attacned i See attached
County in which site is located Town, Range and Section Numbers of site location Latitude/Longitude at park entrance
Oakland See attached See attached
Park Name I Proposal Title
See attached 'Natural Areas Accessibility improvements
Proposal Description
The development of universally accessible site amenities for the purpose of improving
recreation and educational access to park natural areas. Detailed descriptions of the four
sites and the proposed amenities are attached.
Is the application for site development or land acquisition? II Development or Acquisition
Section A2: Project Funding
SOURCES OF MATCHING FUNDS PLEASE ROUND ALL AMOUNTS TO THE PROJECT COST AMOUNTS NEAREST $100.00
a. General Funds or Local Restricted Funds (Applicant's own cash) $ 392,000. cc
b. Force Account Labor/Materials (Applicants own paid labor or materials) $ Bee Attached
c. Federal or State Funds (other then,MNRTF) $ 00.00
d. Cash Donations $ 30.00
e. Donated Labor and/or Materials $ 0 0 .00
f. Donated Land Value (acquisition applications only) $ 30.0o
g. Total Match $ 392,000.00
h. Grant Amount Requested (round to nearest hundred dollars) $ 308,000.00
I. Total Project Cost $ 700,000.00
j. Percentage of match commitment (Must be at least 25% of total project cost) 56 %
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Administering Agency
Telephone sAmount
Contact Name for Administering Agency Telephone Amount
Sedtion A3: Explanation of Match Sources
Complete only if you entered a value for any or all of items e, d, e, or fin Section A2 of this application.
r
C. Federal or other state funds - Provide the information requested below for each federal or state program from which
matching funds will be provided.
(1)Program Name
Contact Name for Administering Agency
Type of Funds
I:Grant funds awarded
Date grant funds approved
12Grant funds applied for, not yet approved
Estimated approval date
I:Appropriated funds
Date appropnated
00ther, explain
Is documentation containing the scope of work and budget for the other grant funds if duded with application?
Is documentation (such as a grant approval letter) that verifies the availability of funds included with application?
Administering Agency (2)Program Name
EINo Dies
:No ElYes
Type of Funds
11Grant funds awarded
Date gmnt funds approved
I:Grant funds applied for, not yet approved
Estimated approval data
I:Appropriated funds
Date appropdated
DOther, explain
Is documentation containing the scope of work and budget far the other grant funds included with application? []No EYes
Is documentation (such as a grant approval letter) that verifies the availability of funds included with application? ONo 1:IYes
d. Cash Donations - List the individual sources and the amounts to be donated below.
SOURCE
00.00
00.00
00.00
Is a letter of intent from each donor included with application? I:No Eyes
e. Donated Labor or Materials - Include each item to be donated, the source, dollar value, and how the dollar value was determined.
ITEM SOURCE DOLLAR VALUE VALUATION METHOD
00.00
00.00
00.00
Is a letter of intent from each donor included with application? I:No EYes
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? EINo Eyes
AMOUNT
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(1) (2)
EQUALIZED VALUE ESTIMATED APPRAISED ESTIMATED RELOCATION
VALUE m COSTS ($)
STATE
(SEV) ACREAGE LANDOWNER
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00.00
00.00
00.00
00.00
00.00
00.00
00.00
00.00
00.00
00.00
00,00
00.00
00.00
00.00
00.00
00,00
COST
1a,000.00
G10,000.00 1
50,000.00
00.00
00.00
00.00
00.00
00.00
00.00
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2000.00
00.00
00.00
20,000.00
00.00
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Section A4: Project Details - Land Acquisition Applications ONLY
Interest acquired will be (check all that apply) EFee Simple 0Easement ['Other
What are the current land uses that exist on the parcel? (check all that apply)
El Undeveloped/natural land El Agricultural 1:1 Residential 0 Commercial (includin g timber extraction)
0 Recreational E Other (describe) Any buildings on the site? DNo ['Yes
Parcel Information Table
Itemize estimated cast information for each parcel. For phased projects, the parceis and dollar amounts provided should include all phases.
TOTALS
(2)
ESTIMATED
INCIDENTAL COSTS
Prorated Taxes
Recording Fees
Transfer Tax
Title Insurance
Appraisal Fees
Closing Fees
Environmental Assessment Casts
TOTAL $
TOTAL APPRAISED VALUE (1) $ 00.00
TOTAL RELOCATION COSTS (2) S 00.00
TOTAL INCIDENTAL COSTS (3) S 00.00
moo
TOTAL ACQUISITION COSTS $ no oc
Total Acquisition Costs must match item L of Section A2 of this form,
Section A5: Project Details - Development Applications ONLY
Applicant's current control of the site: Fee Simple ELease .14Easement
Development Project Cost Estimate Table
ElOther
IS SCOPE ITEM
OF UNIVERSAL
SCOPE ITEMS ACCESS DESIGN? SIZE OR
Limit each item description to 25 characters Do Not Abbreviate. NO YES QUANTITY $ i I i . i. Site Preparation 0 CI Lump Sum $
: 2. Boardwalk and Pier Gonstruotion 0 Ei 2400' $
3. Wildlife Viewing Platforms 0 X 2 $
4. 0 0 $
5. 0 0 $
6, 0 0 $
7. El 0 $
B. 0 El $
9. El El $
1
110. 0 [i] $
Permit Fees Multiple $
SUBTOTAL $
ENGINEERING (These fees may not exceed 15% of subtotal) $
TOTAL ESTIMATED COST $
Total Estimated Cost must match item I. of Section A2 of this form
IYINo 0Yes
No ['Yes
NO
1=1
0
YES
Li
El 0
Yg 0 El
Section 8: Justification of Need
If you are submitting 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?
2012
See attached
February 11,2009
6- Did you gather public input from individuals with disabilities, their families, or advocates? No Dies
6, Is documentation from meetings included with application? JZINo IDYes
What is the 2000 census population of your community? 1,194,156
Are you the primary provider of recreation services to any surrounding communities,
as documented in your recreation plan? No LlYes
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
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?
Section 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 to any of the questions, you are required to prepare an
environmental report. See page 28 of the 2009 Michigan Natural Resources 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
SI 0 0
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Building Local Municipality
uccesstui past ettorts to obtain permits tor similar projects
Successful past efforts to obtain permits for similar projects
NO YES UNKNOWN
6. Does the applicant, landowner, or others have knowledoe that there are or have in the
past been waste disposal pits, lagoons, or ponds on the property? iS El • '
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? 1Z1 E 0 '
8. Does the applicant, landowner, or others have knowledge that contaminated groundwater
lies below the property? ca
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 E Li
i10. Has the landowner been notified about any current violations of environmental laws
I pertaining to activities on the property or does applicant, landowner, or others have
. knowledge about past violations? El 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? 0 4- 0
12 rinizm thP annlipant lanrinwnar nr nthrirs hnvan knnualarina +K2+ f.it, ho7nrrinlie ci ihctmnrcac .
unidentified waste materials, tires, or automotive or industrial batteries have been dumped
above ground, buried, or burned on the property?
13. Is the property listed on any federal or state list of contaminated sites, including the
DO
I site of a leaking underground storage tank? IILI
114. 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? 0 0
Has an environmental assessment been completed for the site? • NO X YES
What is the applicant's current year budget for parks and recreation? $ See attached
What are the estimated operation and maintenriu cubtb dsbpuidled with the proposed project? $ 12,000
NO YES UNKNOWN
Are permits required for the acquisition or development of the site? ill 74 0
If yes, complete the following table:
TYPE OF PERMIT PERMITTING AGENCY EFFORTS TAKEN TO OBTAIN PERMIT OR DETERMINE PERMIT REQUIREMENTS
Wetland MDEQ Successful past efforts to obtain permits for similar projects
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Section El: Natural Features of the Protect Site
To the best of your knowledge, does the project site include:
Great Lakes shoreline or Great Lakes connecting water frontage? No :Yes
Great Lakes connecting waters are defined on page 13 of the 2009 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° Yes
Inland lake frontage? ON° Yes
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? 1:1No IDYes
River and/or tributary frontage? ONo KYes
If yes, name of water body See attached
How many linear feet of frontage?
Denoted on site plan? ON° EYes
Is the river or tributary a state natural river or a federally dedicated wild and scenic river? 11No Eves
Wetland acreage or frontage? EJNo ZYes
If yes, please list the number of acres of the type(s) of wetland(s) on site
Marsh Prairie Fen Bog Forest
Dune and swale complex Boreal forest Type unknown
Denoted on site plan? EINo Eves
Is documentation of type and quality provided with application? ONo ElYes
If yes, source of information See attached
Other water acreage or frontage? EJNo EglYes
If yes, name of other water body See Inland Lake Frontage
Is the entire water body completely within the site boundaries? ONo DYes
How many linear feet of frontage or acres of water are on site?
Denoted on site plan?[]No Dyes
Sand dunes? No Oyes
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? LING nYes
Is documentation of type and quality provided with application? EiNo ['Yes
If yes, source of information
Dedicated state or federal listed wilderness or dedicated natural area or
Pigeon River Country State Forest land or inholding? JEN() [Nes
If yes. name of area
How many acres on site?
Denoted on site plan? EINci EYes
Shrub
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Rare species or any other significant feature as defined by the Michigan Natural Features Inventory?
111No [4Yes
If yes, list species or feature and status. If too many to list here, include in the application narrative.
See attached
Population/range locations denoted on site plan or other map? ENo Ores
Are documentation of presence and an evaluation of sustainability provided with application? IDNo Ores
If yes, source of information
Section E2: Wildlife Values of the Project Site
Will the proposed park or park development:
Protect wildlife habitat (for example, breeding grounds, winter deer-yards, den sites)? ,No D'es
If yes, iist species See attached
How many acres of habitat does the site provide?
Denoted on site plan or other map? EN° Ores
Is documentation of presence and quality of wildlife habitat for listed species provided with application? EINo Ores
If yes, source of information See attached
Act as a wildlife corridor between existing protected areas or buffer an existing protected area? No OYes
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? ON° Ores
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? EINo Ores
If yes. source of information
Section E3: Natural Resource Recreation Opportunities
Will the proposed park or park development provide new or additional:
Water recreation opportunities? IDNo 1:%Yes
If yes, what opportunity(s) will be provided? (check ail that will be provided; circle 6. if the opborlbity will be universal), accessible)
IDSwimming 18Boating OScenic Viewing '40ther Fishing
Denoted on site plan? 1:1No cares
& Is documentation of universal design provided with application? No Ores
Are any health advisories in effect for primary or secondary contact with the water body? 1SNo Ores
Hunting opportunities? No pes
If yes, what seasons will be available? (for example, deer/firearm) Se- a t ached
How many acres will be available for hunting? Attached
6- Will the hunting opportunity be universally accessible? ENo [4,Yes
6. Is documentation of universal design provided with application? pp) Ores
Hunting opportunity denoted on site plan? No Sires
Is documentation of the quality of the hunting opportunities provided with application? tallo Ores
If yes, information on hunting opportunities provided by
Are comments from the local DNR biologist included with application? No Ores
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Does site plan include a shooting range? No Dies
If yes, size/type
6. Will the shooting range be universally accessible? %No EIYes
& Is documentation of universal design provided with application? ENO I1Yes
Will the project site be used for hunter education/hunter safety programs? EINo ['Yes
6. Will the hunter education/hunter safety programs be universally accessible? ENo ElYes
6- Is documentation of universal design provided with application? OW Oyes
Is documentation on the quality of the hunter programs included with application? DNo afes
If yes, information on hunter programs provided by
Fishing opportunities? No MYes
If yes, what type of fishing opportunities will be provided? (species/methods)
See attact_iecl !MM,nME
6. Will the fishing opportunity be universally accessible? ENG Yes
6. Is documentation of universal design provided with application? No Eves
Is documentation of the significance of the fishing opportunity provided with application? No 1:1Yes
Information on fishing opportunities provided by
Are comments from the local DNR biologist included with application? No IDYes
Site plan includes a fishing pier E]No .Yes
Describe size/type See attached
& Will the fishing pier be universally accessible? ONci ,Yes
é.6. is documentation of universal design provided with application? :No NYes
Fishing opportunity denoted on site plan? E)NoX.Yes
Bird watching or other wildlife viewing opportunities? ON° igYes
If yes, what species can be viewed? See attached
Is location listed in DNR Michigan Wildlife Viewing Guide?
(www michiaandnr cornfoublicationsiodfs/wildlifeviewinqq_uide4 o DYes
Viewing hotspots denoted on site plan? No 12Yes
& Will the viewing opportunity be universally accessible? EINo 10Yes
& Is documentation of universal design provided with application? IL:No 71Yes
Is documentation of the significance of the viewing opportunities provided with application? No I1Yes
If yes, information on viewing opportunity provided by
Nature interpretation or education opportunities? I=INo .glYes
If yes, how are the interpretation or education opportunities provided? (check all that apply)
-32111riterpretive signage Vnterpretive brochures :Nature center 'part time or volunteer naturalist I=IFull time naturalist
Interpretive signs, kiosk, and/or nature center denoted on site plan? EN° )gtyes
Will the interpretation or education opportunity be universally accessible? EINo AYes
Have you formed a partnership with another organization to provide interpretive/educational services? IDNo ZYes
If yes, name of organization
Are examples of interpretive materials, descriptions of classes, and other
documentation on the interpretive/educational services provided with application? No ElYes
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ft. bituminous (paved),
ft, other hard surface.
Date Signature
SECTION EAT; Public Access Opportunities
Will the site be open to theltl general public or Dby group reservation onl y?
List the hours open to the public Dawn to Dusk iSee attached)
If the site is adjacent to an inland lake or river, are other public access sites available for this water body? No ['Yes
How will the public be reasonabl y able to access this site? (check all that appl y and show on site plan)
TAAutomobile 12Boat D. • ublic Transportation 0Motorized Trail XNon-Motorized Trail
Sidewalk/Pathway
Do you now or do you intend in the future to charge an entrance fee to the project site? ONo ZYes
If yes, fee schedule and polic y for reduced entrance fees for low-income users included with application?
ON° czyes
DOther (describe) Sap attachnd
SECTION E5: State Trailways
If the proposed project is a trail, answer the following questions:
What groups may be users? (Check all that apply.)
plikers/Pedestrians ):8Road Bicyclists IllEquestrians
Rolle r-b lad ers ,,Ang lers DSnawmobilers DOther motorized vehicle users
pl-lunters NWildlife/Nature Viewers DOther
6_ Will the trail be universally accessible? ONo NYes
6, Is documentation of universal design provided with application? No ['Yes
Is the trail connected to another trail(s)? EINo t6Yes
Is the trail part of a.lar g er trail network? DNo ZYes
If yes, what is the name of the network? Oak Routes (See attached)
['Mountain Bicyclists
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.
Bill Bullard, Jr. - Chairman
fri inhj Annul cif romu-nis_' qinners
Printedityped name of authorized agent Title of authorized agent
(must b a community official)
Complete all information, sign, and mail to: OVERNIGHT or EXPRESS MAIL to:
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, 2009,
for primary deadline, or August 3, 2009. for secondary deadline (acquisitions only).
DO NOT FAX APPLICATION
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2009 MNRTF Ddvelopment Grant Application -
Natural Areas Accessibility Improvements at Highland, Lyon, Red & Rose Oaks County Parks
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION TO FORM 5750
• Note to reviewer:
The Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission proposes the construction of
multiple recreationai amenities in various locations at four county Darks: Highland Oaks.
Lyon Oaks, Red Oaks and Rose Oaks. The purpose of these improvements is 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 with the
appropriate level of detail 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.
Section Al: Appicant, Site, Project kientificcrion
Proposal Title Natural Area Accessibility Improvements
Park Name Highland Oaks
' State House District , Representative District 44: Eileen KowaII
State Senate District Senate District 15: Nancy Cassis
U.S. Congressional District Distnct 11; Congressional Representative: Thaddeus McCotter
Address of site 6555 N. Milford Rd.
City, Village. or Township of site ' Highland Township, 48442 I i
, Town, Range and Section T.3N.-R.7E.: Section 3
Latitude/Longitude at Entrance i Latitude: 42.6957985556; Longitude: -83.6059551966
Proposal Title Natural Area Accessibility Improvements
Park Name ; Lyon Oaks
State House District ' Representative District 38: Hugh Crawford
State Senate District , Senate District 15: Nancy Cassis !
1
U.S. Congressional District . District 11; Congressional Representative: Thaddeus McCotter i
Address of site ' 52251 Pontiac Trail
City, Village, or Township of site ' Wixom. 48393: Lyon Township
Town. Range and Section 1.1N.-R.7E.: Section 1
Latitude/Longitude at Entrance I Latitude: 42.5235943403; Longitude: -83.5645915222
Additional information to Form 5750 Page ; of 9
2009 MNRTF Development Grant Application -
Natural Areas Accessibility improvements at Highland, Lyon, Red & Rose Oaks County Parks
Proposal Title Natural Area Accessibility Improvements
: Pork Name 1 Red Oaks
i State House District Representative District 26: Marie Donigan
State Senate District Senate District 13: John Pappageorge
U.S. Congressional District District 12; Congressional Representative: Sander Levin
Address of site 1455 E. 13 Mile Road
City, Village, or Township of site Madison Heights, 48071-5010
Town, Range and Section T.1N.-R.11 E.; Section 1
Latitude/Longitude at Entrance Latitude: 42.520273; Longitude: -83.093215
Proposal Title Natural Area Accessibility Improvements
Park Name Rose Oaks
State House District Representative District 46: James Marleau
State Senate District Senate District 15: Nancy Cassis
U.S. Congressional District District 8; Congressional Representative: Mike Rogers
West Entrance: 1132 Fish Lake Road
Address of site
East Entrance: Buckhorn Lake Road (Between 11435-11465)
City, Village, or Township of site Holly, Mi 48442; Rose Township
, Town, Range arid Section T.4N,-R.7E.; Sections 9,16
West Entrance- Latitude: 42.7485322287:
Latitude/Longitude at Entrance Longitude: - 83.6464933805
East Entrance- Latitude: 42.7497663825;
Lonaitude: -83.6320744654
Section A2: Projeci Furaing
Sources of Matching Funds - B Force Account Labor/Materials
The Natural Areas Accessibility Improvements include the construction of fishing piers,
boardwalk trail connectors and wildlife viewing platforms at four 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
In-de-pecricterrTc-e Oaks, Oakland County Parks and Recreation (0CPR) staff could
successfully complete the project as described and would be used as staff allocations
permit.
Additional Information to Form 5750 Page 2 of 9
2009 MNRTF Development Grant Application -
Natural Areas Accessibility Improvements at Highland. Lyon, Red & Rose Oaks County Parks
Funds will be budgeted in fiscal years 2010-2012 to allow for the construction of the
proposed site amenities if grant funding is recommended for award/reimbursement.
Scot ion 3: Ji_yatifcatiori o' \<t eo
Oakland County Parks and Recreation Master Plan Update - 2007
In 2007, the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission completed a
Recreational Master Plan Update. This plan describes OCPRC initiatives, grant funding
policies and recreational interest (as identified through national trends and local
surveys) that justify the need for the Natural Areas Accessibility improvements. A
detailed description is provided below:
p. 27- Trails Initiative
The Oakland County Trails Advisory Council (OTAC) was formed "in response to tne desire of
Oakland County communities to work togetner to create new trails and [to] connect existing
trails". OTAC' s mission is:
"To assist public and private groups to develop trails in their area of interest, to encourage the
connection of individually managed trails, and to initiate actions that result in the continued
planning, development and maintenance of a complete non -motorized county-wide trail
network for the citizens of Oakland County."
OCPR supports and hosts the OTAC organization including sponsoring a full-time Recreation and
Trail Planner that coordinates with the council and "promotes trails within Oakland County Parks
as part of the county-wide, interconnected trail network." The proposed site amenities created
through the Natural Areas Accessibility improvements would improve trail connectivity within
the Oakland County Park trail system and would promote park trails as recreation destinations in
the county-wide interconnected trail network - Oak Routes.
p.33 -State and Federal Grants
OCPR's application for MNRTF funding for the Natural Area Accessibility Improvements is
consistent with the stated policy to pursue grant opportunities from all agencies and sources
that provide funding compatible with the county parks and recreation endeavors.
p. 63, 64 - National Recreational Trends
The proposed amenities created through the Natural Areas Accessibility improvements would
help OCPR to address recent national recreation trends including increased interest in fishing,
kayaking and the use of trails for walking and biking:
Table 17 fists the top seven activities persons seven years and older participated in at least once
in 2005.
Table 17. National Sports Participation 2005
Over the past 10 years, the five top activities which showed The
greatest increase in popularity include:
• Kayaking (162 percent increase from 2.9 to 7.6 million);
• Snowboarding (114 percent increase from 2.8 to 6 million);
• Skateboarding (90 percent increase from 6.3 to 12 million):
• Working out at a club (64 percent from 21.1 to 34.7 million);
• Mountain biking (14 percent from 8-1 to 9.2 million)
, Acitvitv:,,,,. .Y.Parti4ipalkirir
. Exercise Walking 86 million
Swimming 58 milion I
Exercising with Ecluipment 54.2 milliOn
Camping 46 million
Bowling 45.4 million
Fishing 43.3 million
Bicycle Riding 43.1 million
Staurce. hiatkond Sporting Goocts
Association IN53A1
Additional Information to Form 5750 Page 3 of 9
2009 tviNRTF Development Grant Application -
Natural Areas Accessibility Improvements at Highland, Lyon, Red & Rose Oaks County Parks
p. 64. -Implication of National Trends on Oakland County Recreation
°CPR's planning consultant noted that with the increased popularity of exercise walking and
fitness-related activities, there will be an increased importance an recreation contributing to
walkable, livable and sustainable communities. The proposed amenities created through the
Natural Areas Accessibility Implementation would promote trail connectivity between park
lands and surrounding communities, would create universal access to unique natural areas anc
would significantly enhance recreational opportunities within the parks.
o.66 -Needs and Priorities for Improvement
In 2006, OCPR contracted with a polling firm to derlermine It le lecieutional interests of Oakland
County residents. Survey results identified the top three most needed recreational facilities as
walking& 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 (of 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 jof the county].
The proposed site amenities created by the Natural Areas Accessibility Improvements 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.
p.69 - City, Village and Township Survey
OCI3R contacted the officials o all 62 Cities, Villages and Townships (CVT's) in Oakland County
to determine the interests of these municipalities in regards to OCPR and recreational
opportunities within the County. The "suggestions for improvements of facilities include trail
connections and dog parks."
p.76 - Goals and Objectives
In the Goals and Objectives for the strategic plan for 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
Improvements creates site amenities that will directly address the need for trail facilities and trail
connectivity identified in public surveys.
Section D: Site Conoitior-,
Oakland County Parks and Recreation 2009 Budget
OCPR has a 2009 Operating Budget of $27,003,454.
Development Project Permits
This project will result in no loss of wetlands. The proposed floating piers will be
anchored in open water and the proposed boardwalks will be elevated above
approximately 2000 linear feet of wetland habitat. 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 this application (including project location maps) to representatives of the
Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) in oraer to receive verification
of this status and to obtain necessary permits. Based on successful past efforts, OCPR
Additional Information to Form 5750 Page 4 of 9
•
2009 MNRTF De'veloprnent Grant Application -
- Natural Areas Accessibility Improvements at Highland, Lyon, Red & Rose Oaks County Parks
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, as well
as representatives from the Cy of Madison Heights, in order to comply with local
wetlands ordinances and building/soil erosion permits. In the case of Lyon and Red
Oaks. the Oakland County Drain Commissioners 10CDC) office will require a soil
erosion permit for any grading that would occur adjacent to wetlands.
Sect:on ,MNRIF Priority Areas - Naturn1 Features of the Project Site
Inland Lake Frontage
The proposed boardwalks and floating piers will create the following lake access:
Total Access 1 1 Water Lake Open Means of Length Park Recreational Uses Body Size Water Access (Linear
on site Foot)
ldlife Wi Highland Un-named 1 3.5-ac. 4.5-ac. Floating Fishing, 50 Pier Viewing
_
Floating Fishing, Non- Un-named i 5.7-ac. 50 Pier motorized Boating _ , Non- Rose Esler Lake I 6.7-ac. 44-ac. Floating Fishing, 40 Pier motorized Boating
t Richardson 4.3-ac. Floating , Fishing, Non- 40 Lake I Pier motorized Boating
River Frontage
The proposed boardwalk that provides access to tie un-named lake at Rose Oaks also
provides access to the stream channel flowing north through Rose Oaks large wetland
complex. The quality of 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 Shiawcissee River.
Additional Information to Form 5750 Page 5 of 9
2009 MNRTF Development Grant Application -
Natural Areas Accessibility improvements at Highland, Lyon. Red & Rose Oaks County Parks
Wetland Acreage
The proposed boardwalks, piers and Platforms at Highland, Lyon and Rose Oaks will
create direct access to, or views of, significant wetland habitat
Total Access
Approx. Means of Recreational Length Park Wetland Type Size Wetlands on Site Access Uses (Linear
Foot)
,
Wildlife ildlife
, Shrub-carr 2.6-ac, 1 Boardwalk Viewing, Trail 100
i Access
Highland
73-ac. Wildlife ; Southern Wet Trail Meadow 15.7-ac. BoardwalK Viewing, 90
(lakeside) Access to
Floating Pier
,
Wildlife ildlife
Wetland 3.2-ac. Boardwalk Viewing. Trail 50
Lyon 98.6-ac.
Access
1
Hardwood Wildlife
Swamp/Mesic 34 .3-cc. , Boardwalk Viewing, Trail 150
Forest Access
-11n111, -
Southern Wet Wildlife
Meadow 148-ac. Boardwalk Viewing, Trail 1050
Access
Rose 203-ac.
Wet-mesic Wildlife
Prairie 0.5-ac, Boardwalk Viewing. Trail 30
I Access
Rare Species or Other Significant Natural features
Michigan Natural Features Inventory (MNFI) conducted survey of Oakland County
natural areas in 2004, At that time, MNFI identified large portions of Highland, Lyon and
Rose Oaks as Priority One or Two natural areas. In 2006, OCPRC contracted with /MR
to conduct detailed ecological surveys at these three parks to delineate Natural
Communities and make management rurrirnr iduTioiis.
Although the MNFI ecoiogiccil surveys did not confirm the presence of the numerous
rare or threatened species that occur in Oakland County, the wetland/upland
complexes at all three parks in this study contained habitat appropriate for several
fisted species inducting the eastern massasauga rattlesnake, Blanding's turtle, spotted
•turtle and box turtle." The Rose Oaks complex also contained Wet-mesic Prairie (State
and Global Ranking: S2, G2) which is rare in the state and of particular value to
environmental interpretation.
The proposed Natural Areas Accessibility improvements will create unprecedented
access to significant wetland habitat improving opportunities for hunting (where
appropriate), wildlife viewing and educational programs. Such access will also
Additional Information to Form 5750 Page 6 of 9
2009 MNRTF Development Grant Application -
Natural Areas Accessibility improvements at Highland, Lyon, Red & Rose Oaks County Parks
increase the ability of OCPR staff to build support for on-going habitat management
prescribed by MNFI to insure the sustainability of high quality natural communities and
to restore those flat have been degraded from past land practices.
Sect:on E2: PoNFT Priority Areas - Wildtte Values of tne Project Sito
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 significant natural 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 improvements are essential to building awareness of and
support for the on-going stewardship of critical wildlife habitat. In absence of such
public support. OCPR is unable to secure the financial and political capital necessary to
implement key management practices including exotic species removal, prescribed
fire and wetland restoration.
Section E3: tANR7F Priority Areas - rtai,ral Flectuce Recreation Opportunities
Water Recreation Opportunities
The boardwalks, floating piers and viewing platforms will create new opportunities for
fishing at 4 lakes, boating at 3 lakes and wildlife viewing/trail recreation experiences
that are linked to more than 423 acres of parkland waterscapes. The emphasis on
universally nr-cpwhiR riAcion will continue to promote °CPR's commitment to removing
barriers to recreational opportunities.
Hunting Opportunities
The trail connectivity created by the proposed site amenities will enhance hunter
access to the annual open archery hunts at Highland and Lyon Oaks.
Fishing Opportunities
The boardwalks and floating piers will create new universal access to fishing at 4
relatively remote lakes 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 facilities to residents across
Oakland County.
Bird Watching or Other Wildlife Viewing Opportunities
The boardwalks, floating piers and viewing platforms will create significant opportunities
for bird watching and other wildlife viewing opportunities as they create universal
access to significant natural areas with documented high quality natural communities.
Nature Interpretation or Educational Opportunities
Additional Information to Form 5750 Page 7 of 9
2009 MNRTF Development Grant Application -
Natural Areas Accessibility Improvements at Highland, Lyon, Red & Rose Oaks County Parks
OCPR staff are proposing to provide interpretive displays/kisoks at appropriate locations
adjacent to the site amentities proposed in this application. The facilities and the
access that they create provide significant opportunties to introduce visitors to the
natural history of Oakland County which is 'Typified in these county parks. The
interpretive displays wili be universally accessible, as will the trails or patforms on which
they will be located. Staff are also exploring opportunities to create downloadable
MP3 tours of the boardwalKs/piersitrails/platforms to provide ricn interpretive
experiences for a range of visitors including those with visual or cognitive impairments.
Section E4: MNIRTF Pncr;ly Alecis - Public Access Opporty -Cfies
Site Access
The proposed site amenities will be located on park trails with access to runners/hikers,
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 down to 1/2 hour after dusk during open arcnery hunts).
There is no charge to use the trails and related site amenities at Oakland County Parks.
Reasonable non-motorized access to the proposed facilities is available from rural
connector roads fin the case of Highland and Rose Oaks) or community non-motorized
pathways fin the case of Lyon).
Convenient parking is available at all county park sites. Vehicle permits fovaiobLe on-
line, by mail, local retailers and at the Lyon Oaks Contact Station for a modest fee) are
required. To offset The potential barrier to recreational use that this fee represents.
OCPR is working with Oakland Livingston Human Services Association fOLHSA) to make
vehicular access passes available to low income residents free of charge.
Sec lion E5: MNRTF Fricr:ty Areas - Sta;e Troi;wcys
Trails, Access and Recreational Opportunities
The proposed site amenities that will be created through the Natural Areas Accessibility
improvements 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 tvvo 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 on accessible fishing pier and the use of the
boardwalks for wildlife viewing will also create important recreational
attractions/destinations that have been identified by major trail organizations, including
the International Mountain Biking Association, as being key components of the
sustainability of trail use and maintenance.
The boardwalks at Lyon Oaks would create a large trail loop through the park's large
naturat area and would significantly increase the recreational opportunities offered by
Additional information to Form .5750 Page 8 of 9
2009 MNRTF Development Grant Application -
Natural Areas Accessibility Improvements at Highland, Lyon, Red & Rose Oaks County Parks
the Huron Valley Trail, to which it is directly connected. The boardwcas would also
proviae significant educational opportunities with access to the Norton Drain and the
new 13-acre wetland mitigation area.
The boardwalk at Red Oaks will complete a significant portion of the community trail
connector that will run through large portions of the county park to create local access
to public areas and future trail links in Macomb County along the Rea Run Drain.
The boardwaks at Rose Oaks will create trai/ access across the large wetland complex
that bisects the park aria feeds the Shiawassee River. Spanning this gap, the
boardwalks will open up iyr ifku par liu is of the park for recreational access and the
development of an additional 3 miles of park trail. The expanded access would as°
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 information to Form 5750 Page 9 of 9
Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund
Natural Areas Accessibility Improvements
PROJECT NARRATIVE
Operating Department: Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission
' ,
2009 MNRTF Grant Application -
Natural Areas Accessibilfty improvements for Highland. Lyon, Red and Rose Oaks County Park
Development Grant Project Narrative:
Oakland County Parks and Recreation's
Natural Areas Accessibility Improvements for
Highland, Lyon, Red and Rose Oaks County Parks
I. PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Introduction
As part of the ongoing effort to promote the use of Oakland County's natural
resources, the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission (0CPRCI is
seeking financial assistance from the Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund to
construct a series of universally accessible site amenities. This development proposal
features the construction of boardwalks, floating piers and elevated platforms at four
county parks as part of Natural Areas Accessibility Improvements that promote
hunting, flshing, boating, wildlife viewing, trail use and educational outreach to
residents throughout the county.
Natural Areas Accessibility Improvements
OCPRC 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, OCPRC 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 addressing
the recreational and educational interests of individuals
with special needs, particularly in providing access to
public natural areas. In general. representatives of the
various communities with special needs indicated that it is
reasonable to expect publicly 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 provided in the 2007 workshops. OCPR staff have
proposed a series of site amenities that would strike a balance between promoting
the recreational and educational use of unique natural features and ensuring their
continued stewardship. These Natural Areas Accessibility Improvements 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, Red Oaks and Rose Oaks County Parks.
Form 5750 Project Summary and Needs Statement Page 1 of 15
Site Descriptions
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 facility that could provide traii
access to a variety of unique natural features including 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 OCPR stewardship practices while creating key
opportunities for watershed education.
Natural Areas Accessibility
Improvements
Development
Fee Simple
264-acres
Open water - 4.5 acres;
Wetland habitat - 73 acres;
Upland habitat - 180.5 acres;
Developed - 6 acres
Multi-use trails - 1.5 miles;
Open archery deer hunting
Picnic shelters;
Multi-use trails - 2.8 mile (addition);
Single-track trail loops;
Fishing:
Educational Special Events
Boardwalks - 190 linear feet;
Hooting Piers - 50 linear feet
-Commemorative Seed Scattering at
the Grand Opening of Highland Oaks
Form 5750 Project Summary and Needs Statement Page 2 of 15
-Project LocutiOn M Op
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 opportunities to
view wildlife in forested
wetland nabitat, prairie
grasslands (currently under
restoration) and a 13-acre
wetland mitigation project.
Site Two: Lyon Oaks County Park
Lyon Oaks is a )041.5 acre park acquired between
1992 and 2004 with financial assistance from the
Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund (MNRTF). The
park was acquired to create both active 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.
Natural Areas Accessibility
Improvements
Development
Lyon Oaks
Fee Simple
1041.5 acres
Wetland habitat - 98.6 acres;
Wetland restoration - 13 acres;
Upland habitat - 741,9 acres:
Developed - 188 acres
Multi-use trails - 5.7 miles;
Open archery aeer hunting;
Nature Center - Staffed;
Dag park - 7.4 acres;
Picnic shelters - 2;
Playground -
Soccer Fields - 2;
Cricket - 1 Piton;
Cricket - 2 Practice Pitches w/ nets;
Golf - 18 Holes/Driving Range;
Golf - Club house/Banquet
Multi-use trail connections;
Wildlife viewing platform
Boardwalks - 200 linear feet;
Wildlife Viewing Platform - 1
-Lyon OOKS wetland Mitigation Project
Under Construction
Form .5750 Project Summary and Needs Statement Page 3 of 15
Site Three: Red Oaks County Park
Red Oaks is a 117 -acre park leased to the Oakland County Parks and Recreation
Commission by the Oakland County Water Resources Commissioner (formerly the
Oakland County Drain Commissioner).
Red Oaks has been built on top of George W. Kuhn
water treatment facility which was incorporated into
the Red Run Drain to detain and treat stormwater prior
to release into the Clinton River watershed. Red Oaks
is unique in the county park system in that it creatively
reuses existing public land to create significant
recreational opportunities for residents of Southeast
Oakland County and the adjoining communities.
Dag Park (2011);
Youth Soccer Complex (2011);
Picnic shelters (2012);
Multi-use traits (2012);
Golf Training Facility (2012)
Boardwalks - 600 linear feet
Seasonal Waterpark;
9 -Hole Golf Course
Grassland habitat - 10 acres:
Developed - 112 acres
Lease - Oakland County Water
Resources Commission
Natural Areas Accessibility
Improvements
Development
Red Oaks
117 acres
The boardwalks in the
proposed grant funded
Accessibility Improvements
would help overcome the
challenges of the narrow site
while preserving and
enhancing the value of Red
Oaks as an urban natural
area.
-Proposed Trap COnnectivily
-Red Oaks 86-swa1es
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Red Oaks has historically focused on active recreational opportunities through the
waterpark and 9-hole golf course. Future improvement will feature the importance of
local greenspace, promoting active lifestyles and frail connectivity.
Form 5750 Project Summary and Needs Statement Page 4 of 15
-Project Locotiori Mop
By providing trail access to
the 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).
Oakland County Parks and
Recreation Commission staff
has been in discussion with
ITC regarding the use of the
utility corridor to create a
trail connector between
Oakland and Livingston
County.
-Rose Oaks Troll Ride
Natural Areas Accessibility
Improvements
Development
Rose Oaks
Fee Simple
640 acres
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 fishing
Picnic shelters;
Multi-use trails - 5 mile (addition);
Single-track trail loops:
Expanded fishing access;
Non-motorized booting;
Educational events:
Wildlife viewing platforms
Site Four: Rose Oaks County Park
Rose Oaks is a 640-acre park acquired in 1992 with financial assistance from the
Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund (MNRTF). The park was acquired to serve as a
regional passive recreation Dark that provides trail 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.
Boardwalks - 1050 linear feet:
Floating piers - 130 linear feet;
Viewing platforms - 1
Form 5750 Project Summary and Needs Statement Page 5 of 15
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NATURAL RESOURCE ACCESS AND PROTECTION
Site One: Highland Oaks Natural Resource Access
The Highland Oaks landscape is 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, the 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. -Project Location Map
The park was acquired to provide passive recreational
opportunities including archery deer hunting, fishing 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 wetland complex that runs
east-west across the site.
-Highland Oaks Wetlands
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, will provide year round
fishing opportunities and will create more convenient access during seasonal deer
hunts. Additional trails and access to a variety of wetland habitats will also
significantly enhance wildlife viewing opportunities.
Form 5750 Project Summary and Needs Statement Page 6 of 15
Ma MOM
-Lyon Oaks Nest Box Program
Site Two: Lyon Oaks Natural Resource Access
The 1041-acre Lyon Oaks County Park features a 469-acre conservation area
characterized by large areas of mesic southern forest with scattered wetland
depressions featuring southern swamp, wet-mesic prairie and emergent marsh
communities. The natural area is bisected (north-south) by a gas-pipeline corridor
and a regulated 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 goad 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 at the park,
The construction of a boardwalk to cross the large
wetland complex adjacent to the Norton Drain will allow
for the creation of a looped trail system at Lyon Oaks
which will, in turn, create more convenient access during
seasonal deer hunts and will enhance the use of the
conservation area as a destination resource for the Huron
Valley Trail.
The boardwalk will also enhance wildlife viewing
opportunities as part of the trail experience at Lyon Oaks,
and the addition of an elevated plafform (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.
Form 5750 Project Summary and Needs Statement Page 7 of 15
Site Three: Red Oaks Natural Resource Access
Despite decades of disturbance, the site of Red Oaks County Park offers unique
opportunities to promote the recreation of natural habitat in an urbanized
environment.
The proposed boardwalks would enable Red Oaks to host
a multipurpose trail without removing habitat that has
begun to develop along the Red Run corridor. Fostering
passive recreation at Red Oaks through the creation of
multipurpose trails and the enhancement of park natural
areas will:
• Enhance greenspace in a urbanized area
• Support the ir oplernen lotion of the
countywide interconnected trail master
plan
• Create opportunities for trail linkages with
Macomb County
• Support community access to the Madison
Heights Nature Center
Much of the 117-acre
facility is dedicated to
creating active
recreational
opportunities through the
woterpark and golf
course, however,
through the
implementation of
stormwater best
management practices,
park staff has created 10
acres of naturalized
grassland habitat.
Along with wetland
habitat in park bio-
swales and surface
drains, these grassland
habitats have
encourage bird and
insect life to return to Red
Oaks.
Form 5750 Project Summary and Needs Statement Page 8 of 15
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The 640-acre Rose Oaks park is characterized by rolling
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 educational 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 boardwalks 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 utilize
existing parking facilities and would promote the use of
the park for archery hunting. Together with the
construction of two floating piers, the boardwalks will also
provide a rare opportunity to create public boating and
fishing access to remote kettle lakes.
-Aerial Photo of Esler 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 wildlife and hosting educational programming.
Form 5750 Project Summary and Needs Statement Page 9 of 15
Resource Protection
OCPR operates a Natural Resources Stewardship Program at all thirteen county parks
in order to implement the ret,umrnel idaliuns made by MNFI 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).
-Rose Oaks Sedge meadow Burn
Ill. PROJECT JUSTIFICATION AND SUPPORT
Maintenance access created
through the construction of
boardwalks and piers will better
allow OCPR to implement the
stewardship all four park sites
including vegetation
management, exotic species
removal and prescribed burns (as
appropriate).
The recreational access to these
areas combined witn appropriate
educational signage and
interpretive programs increases
pubic awareness of the
importance of protecting and
managing natural resources and
ultimately creates the necessary
support for such investment.
For more than a century, residents from across Southeast Michigan have been
attracted by opportunities to enjoy Oakland County's natural features; an attraction
that has led to the rapid development of the county's rural areas and, in mahy
cases, the overuse and destruction of those natural features. Several recreational
providers, including the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MDNR), Huron-
Clinton Metropolitan Authority (HCMA) and the Oakland County Parks and
Recreation Commission fOCPRC) have developed regional facilities in Oakland
County to ensure public access to parkland resources in perpetuity.
Recognizing that the demand for recreation will continue to rise with continued
development and that meeting the recreational needs of an aging, more diverse
population will present new challenges in creating and maintaining equity of access,
the OCPRC ensures compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act in the new
construction of park facilities. To expand universal access to significant features of
Oakland County's landscape and promote the benefits of an interconnected trail
system, the OCPRC has proposed the construction of the Natural Areas Accessibility
Improvements included in this grant application.
Form 5750 Project Summary and Needs Statement Page 10 of 15
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Public interest surveys
commissioned by OCPRC in 2006
and 2008 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 Plan included
in the Additional Information to
Form 5750) and demonstrate the
importance of improving access
to public natural areas.
Public Hearing
A public hearing was held at the regularly scheduled
meeting of the Oakland County Parks and
Recreation Commission .on February 11, 2009.
Advertisements for the hearing appeared in the
Oakland Press one week prior to the meeting.
No public comment was received during the
hearing. However, the grant funded site amenities
proposed as part of the Natural Areas Accessibility
Improvements 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, all of which
were developed with public consultation.
The proposed project is also consistent with the goals
and objectives of the Oakland Trails Advisory Council
and the comments received during focus group
workshops conaucted in preparation for the Addison
Oaks Connector Trail Grant (2007 MNRTF Application)
and the Waterford Oaks Accessible Playground (2007
Accessible by Design Program).
Form 5750 Project Summary and Needs Statement Page 11 of 15
Past Grant Performance
OCPR has benefited from several MNRTF and LWCF grants administered by the staff
of the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MDNR), Grants have been
accepted in good faith, and every effort has been made to comply with all MDNR
stipulations. OCFR 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
Date
1987 Acquisition Groveland Oaks 165 $203,508.76
1987 Acquisition Independence Oaks i 251 $340.823.57
1988 Acquisition Independence OCIKS 5 $22,402.00
1989 . Acquisition Lyon Oaks 637.5 $1,714.785.31
1990 Acquisition Addison Oaks , 91.2 ; $279,304.08
1991 Acquisition Lyon Oaks 101.1 $75,019.70
1993 Acquisition Lyon Oaks I 172.91 $567,763.06
1993 Acquisition Rose Oaks 599.62 $542,500.00
1997 Acquisition Lyon Oaks 13.8 $174,000.00 -
2006 Acquisition Highland Oaks 260 $1,440,000.00
Total Acquisition Grant Awards: $5,360,106.48
2002 Development Independence Oaks OYC Facilities 1 $163.200.00
2005 Development Independence Oaks OYC Connector Trail ! $219,000.00
Total Development Grant Awards: $382,200.00
Total Trust Fund Grants Awarded to OCPR: $5,742,306.48
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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 recommended 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 maintenance budgets of each of the respective parks. Based on the
construction, operation and care of similar facilities at Independence Oaks staff
anticipates that maintenance costs will be small relative to the cost of maintaining
public access to the entire park sites, including restrooms and parking.
Form 5750 Project Summary and Needs Statement Page 12 of 15
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(V. SITE SELECTION AND PROJECT DESIGN
The four project locations were selected for the installation of the boardwalks, piers
and viewing platforms because:
a) The sites contain natural features that are underutilized
for recreational and educational programming due to
issues of accessibility;
• Opportunities have been identified at each site to
promote natural resources-based passive recreation in
park master plan documents;
• 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 be created through this
development proposal.
Barrier-Free Compliance
OCPRC considers issues of universal access (according to standards set forth in the
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)) in every development 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 results 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, the OCPRC will design
and construct trail boardwalks, fishing piers and wildlife-viewing platforms to meet
the reurriiiirida1 ior s 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, Red and
Rose Oaks to provide trail access to the proposed universally accessible site
amenities. (Future testing protocols will include the use of rotational penetrometers
to confirm surface stability.)
Form 5750 Project Summary and Needs Statement Page 13 of 15
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Concept Development and User Input
OCPRC 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 acquisition of natural areas.
' Proposed concepts met or exceeded
their expectations in most respects
although staff are currently exploring:
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•- 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 crushed
limestone pathways necessary to access park natural areas will create appropriate
experiences for those seeking remote wilderness-like experiences, but would not be
welcomed by more casual users that prefer asphalt paved surfaces.
OCPRC 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 results of the public input to
be provide as an application supplement.
Landscape Context
The proposed boardwalks,
fishing piers and elevated
platform access ramps will be
10' wide to meet AASHTO
standards for multi-use trails
and to allow easy access by
groups of visitors using
mobility assistance devices.
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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 aadition of these structures and the enhanced
opportunities, that they provide. Additional promotions would be antic!pated
through advertisement of:
Educational Outreach Programs
• Nature Center Special Events
• interpretive Signage Program
• Fishing Guides
), Nature Recreation Programs
• Women in the Wilderness
• Teen Outside
• Geocaching
Trail connectivity
• Oak Routes Trail Network Maps
• Ride the Rose Annual Event
Form 5750 Project Summary and Needs Statement Page 15 of 15
Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund
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FISCAL NOTE (M.ISC .09064) March 26, 2009
BY: Finance Committee, Tom Middleton, Chairperson
IN RE: PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION - SUPPORT FOR GRANT APPLICATION TO THE
MICHIGAN NATURAL RESOURCES TRUST FUND FOR THE OAKLAND COUNTY PARKS AND
RECREATION NATURAL AREA ACCESSIBILITY IMPROVEMENTS AT HIGHLAND, LYON, RED AND ROSE
OAKS COUNTY PARKS
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 Miscellaneous
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 development grant application requests funding in the amount of $700,000, with $308,000 (44%) in
State Funds and $392,000 (56%) in local match coming from the % mil Oakland County Parks and
Recreation Fund revenues.
3. The Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission approved support for this application on February
11,2009.
4. The application is due by April 1, 2009.
5. The grant funding period is from April 1, 2009 through December 31, 2009.
6. The grant agency requires a resolution be approved by the Board of Commissioners to authorize the
application for funding.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
Resolution #09064 March 26. 2009
Moved by Long supported by Jackson the resolutions (with fiscal notes attached) on the Consent Agenda
be adopted (with accompanying reports being accepted).
AYES: Burns, Capello. Coleman, Coulter, Douglas, Gershenson, Gingell, Gosselin, Greimel,
Ha'chat, Jackson, Jacobsen, Long, McGillivray, Middleton, Nash, Potter. Potts, Runestad, Schwartz,
Scott, 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).
STATE OF MICHIGAN) ( 3/24-/07
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 26,
2009. 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 26th day of March, 2009.
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Ruth Johnson, County Clerk
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