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Agenda 12/12/2017 Item #16D 312/12/2017 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Recommendation to approve the after-the-fact submittal of a grant request to the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) Coastal Partnership Initiative Program for funding in the amount of $15,000 to develop maps and user information for Phase II of the Paradise Coast Blueway Paddling Trail. OBJECTIVE: To develop maps and user information for Phase II of the Paradise Coast Blueway Paddling Trail. CONSIDERATIONS: The FDEP provides grant funding for planning activities, land acquisition, small construction, or capital improvement projects through the Coastal Partnership Initiative Program. This grant is designed to support innovative local-level coastal management projects in four program areas: public access, remarkable coastal places, working waterfronts, and community stewardship. Collier County received a grant alert and a request for eligible projects on October 13, 2107. Collier County CMA# 5330 authorizes the County Manager to approve the submittal of grant applications with subsequent Board of County Commissioner (Board) action at the next available Board meeting to ratify the approval as “after-the-fact.” FISCAL IMPACT: The total cost of the project is estimated to be $30,000. Should the grant be awarded, Collier County would receive FDEP funding in the amount of $15,000. There is a 100% required match in the amount of $15,000. The program allows for cash or in-kind match in the form of salaries which are budgeted in FY18 General Fund. GROWTH MANAGEMENT IMPACT: There is no Growth Management impact. ADVISORY BOARD RECOMMENDATION: The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board approved the after-the-fact submittal of the grant at their November 15, 2017 meeting (Item VIa). LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: This item is approved as to form and legality and requires majority vote for approval. -CMG RECOMMENDATION: To approve the after-the-fact submittal of one grant request to the Florida Department of Environmental Protection Coastal Partnership Initiative Program for funding in the amount of $15,000 to develop maps and user information for Phase II of the Paradise Coast Blueway Paddling Trail. Prepared By: Nancy E. Olson, Regional Manager, Parks and Recreation Division ATTACHMENT(S) 1. Application 2017 10-30 2018 FDEP CPI (PDF) 2. County Manager MEMO 2017 10-30 2018 FDEP CPI APP (PDF) 12/12/2017 COLLIER COUNTY Board of County Commissioners Item Number: 16.D.3 Doc ID: 4133 Item Summary: Recommendation to approve the after-the-fact submittal of a grant request to the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) Coastal Partnership Initiative Program for funding in the amount of $15,000 to develop maps and user information for Phase II of the Paradise Coast Blueway Paddling Trail. Meeting Date: 12/12/2017 Prepared by: Title: Operations Analyst – Parks & Recreation Name: Matthew Catoe 11/02/2017 2:33 PM Submitted by: Title: Division Director - Parks & Recreation – Parks & Recreation Name: Barry Williams 11/02/2017 2:33 PM Approved By: Review: Parks & Recreation Ilonka Washburn Additional Reviewer Completed 11/02/2017 4:06 PM Parks & Recreation Barry Williams Additional Reviewer Completed 11/02/2017 4:40 PM Operations & Veteran Services Sean Callahan Additional Reviewer Completed 11/13/2017 8:26 AM Public Services Department Joshua Hammond Level 1 Division Reviewer Completed 11/15/2017 7:15 AM Grants Edmond Kushi Level 2 Grants Review Completed 11/20/2017 9:37 AM Public Services Department Steve Carnell Level 2 Division Administrator Review Completed 11/24/2017 9:20 AM County Attorney's Office Colleen Greene Level 2 Attorney Review Completed 11/28/2017 11:32 AM Office of Management and Budget Valerie Fleming Level 3 OMB Gatekeeper Review Completed 11/28/2017 11:50 AM County Attorney's Office Jeffrey A. Klatzkow Level 3 County Attorney's Office Review Completed 11/28/2017 3:11 PM Grants Therese Stanley Additional Reviewer Completed 12/01/2017 4:01 PM County Manager's Office Nick Casalanguida Level 4 County Manager Review Completed 12/04/2017 9:51 AM Board of County Commissioners MaryJo Brock Meeting Pending 12/12/2017 9:00 AM PaneDISE Coasr BIUEwAY tu BLUE\AAY lht coas.l ctu n raDor,r.rc tt{r ConsTAL PanTNERSHIP ITTIITnTIVE GnaNT PRoGRAM October 31 , 2017 COLLIER COUNTY FLOR!DA , A. TITLE PAGE Project Title Paradise Coast Bluewav Paddli ns Trail CPI lnitiative Priority Area(s): Access to Coastal Resources Applicant Name and Name of Partner Entity (if applicable): Collier Coun Official Contact Name:Leo E. Ochs Jr. Title:Countv Manaqer Phone/Far: 239-252-8383 Email Address: Postal Address: I eoochs fli c o I I i erqov. net 3299 Tamiami Trail East, Suite 202 Naples, FL 34112-5746 Applicant DUNS Number:18721',7 526 Proposed Project Manager Name: Nancv Olsen Email: NancvOlson@colliersov.net Certifi cation Statement "By signing this title page, the undersigned certifies that: a. This application is in all respects fair and submitted in good faith without collusion or fraud; b. Ifselected through this application process, the recipient will work in good faith and in partnership with the Florida Coastal Management Program to manage its subgrant in a timely and accurate manner; c. Any funds awarded as a result ofthis application process will not be used to supplant or replace any state or local funds; d. Any funds awarded as a result ofthis application process will not be used as matching funds to apply for or receive other federal funds; e. No federal funds will be used as match for funds awarded as a result of this application process; f. The applicant local govemment's adopted comprehensive plan has been found to be in compliance with Chapler 163, Part ll, F.S.; g. [f construction is proposed] The applicant has conducted preliminary consultation with appropriate federal, state, regional and local regulatory agencies regarding any construction proposed in the application and has documented the results ofthe consultation in the Project Description section ofthe Work Plan; h. fifconstruction projects, habitat restoration or invasive species removal are proposed] The property on which these activities will take place is owned or leased by the applicant or the applicant holds a sufficient easement; and i. The u S ture d has full authori ty to bind the applicant." Ochs Jr Coun Name & Title I t-l Date If applicant is a Florida college, community college, state university, regional planning council, national estuary program or non-profit group, include the signature, name! and title of contact for partnering entity; the name ofthe eligible county or city partner; and the date. Signature of Partner Form 625-4.004, FAC, Efective 9i2/10 Name & Title County or City Partner Entity Date lL I B. PROJECT LOCATION MAP Include a project location map no larger than 8%" x l l". ' NOTE: The maimum number ofpoints for scored application components is indicated in each section. 2 Form 625-4.004, FAC, Effectire 9/2/10 (10 pts.)* I rc .- ! r]-.- rr r I I I I I I a I I I t I ! I I Florida Circumn.aviga Salt!valer Paddling S*gment 13 lional Trail Lrrrrrrrrr Rookery Bay I Ten Thousand lslands fk!(GPD Airr{l FarsdisE Co33t Blus'r3y a V[Rfi-\DES h$Pr$ a it {[co LSI,llIN A N Ltt 8, t- E ! C. WORK PLAN (Expand text boxes as needed, keeping within the lO-page Work Plan limit) This section describes the project and camot exceed 10 single sided pages or 5 double sided pages. Ifletters of support or other materials are submitted to address the Work Plan components below, these items will count toward the maximum l0 pages ofthe application Work Plan; any additional pages or Appendices uill be discarded and not considered in the evaluation ofthe application. The Title Page, Location Map, Budget and Budget Narrative do not count toward the lO-page limit of the Work Plan. I . PROJEC.I DESCR]PTION. a. Describe in detail the activi or work to be conduc include ect location infbrmation 15 ts. b. Describe specific project objectives, tasks, and deliverables and related timelines for each and tasks should clearly relate to the project description. Objectives 20 The County has developed short and long-term objectives for the project. The project will further theimmediate6bjectives:' l. Enhance public access ro the bluewav svstem2. Derelop a safe and enioyable oaddliis iouteJ. Increasi access to naturil! historic, rec"reational and commercial destination4. Further connections to regional and state desigrated paddling trails5. Maximize use of public frnds with Counry st;ff to cdmpleteihe project To meet these objectives. funding from CPI will provide the necessar] equiDment for Coun& shffto comDlerethe assessment of the bluewav arEas. To deverop'an eiieiii;;';a;;;,jr;l"{;; r,"fr*ir ft##l",#f;ii;$i,i;tasks: ' Identil! suitable Daddlins trail from Collier County owned, established and maintained launch points andpublic park Form 625-4.004, FAC , Effective 9/2,1t0 3 The Paradise Coast Blueway trail development effort began with the Ten Thousand Islands section. known as Phase Iwhich covers the wildemess area between Everglades Ciry and Goodland. The main trailand six day- trip routes are the most challenging and cover lhe wildemess areas \rithin Everglades National Park and the Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Refuge. The proposed project will conlinue to build on the success of the first phase by developing maps and user informa[ion foi Phase II and III ofthe blueway. Phase 2 will cover the Coodland to Gordon Pass area and includes roures throush Rookery Bav- a orim6 and easilv accessible area for Daddlers. Phase 3 will be the simplest to plot. lt incfudes a trip up ihe Cordon fuver in l.{aples, and a coastal ioute along the beaches to the northern coi nty line. lt will also inilude Lake Trafford in lmhokalee as a day trip. While Phase I focused on southem portion ofthe blueway, stretching to the County's border with Momoe Counw. the next remainins ohases move north- into more develooed areas. While Phase II and IIt will continue wirh froviding unapparelle'd access to natural resources such as Rookery Bay. users will be able to travel throui.h popui'ated areas along the coast and inland areas through lhe G'ordon fuver. This includes parks. neighSorhobds and commerciil areas with retail and restaurant de"stinations. The nrooosed nroiect will utilize existins CounN staff from the Parks and Recreation DeDartment to assess the proidct hreas. tollect data and develop iraps fo'r both phases of the blueway. To eff,ectively map the project irei the Counw will lease a boat and iraile'r for 60-90 havs alons with a CP'S unit with souhder.' Other cbsts needed to suppbn the project will include fuel and office/field su:pplies. The County is requesting financial assistance in the amount of $15,000 and will provide l00o% match in the form ofin-kind services. The matching funds will be derived from cost ofCounty staffto complete the project and supplies. Grant funds will be used for the leasing equipment including the boat, trailer and GPS unit. . Identifo maior roadwavs to launch ooints. ldentifr lauich site anienities and illaunch is located with a communitv identily area points ofinterest includinq restaurants, museums, outfitters, state and national parks and-preserv6s. IdentiITaunch accessibiliry. trail difliculry. lengrh. stop offpbints and./6r resuppll points betueen launch nornts. identify any potential hazards along the trail route including poisonous plants, venomous animals, and terraln. Use CPS ro identi& trails (markers will not be installed); aide in preparation ofa completed map oftrails ro include all the c6aracrerisrics above The completion ofthe project will also further several long-term goals ofthe County and the blueway. These goals include: l. Increase public access to the waler and outdoor recreal.ion opportunities2. Develop a greater understanding ofthe natural habitats and their relation to the community3. Promote Eco-Tourism4. Funher resional and stare oaddle trail Dlans.5. Protect naiural habitats and sensitive aieas from public impact The project durarion for completion of the project is estimated to be between 20 weeks. A complete project timeline is listed below: Deliverable Time Period Lease,/Rent Equipment Waterwav assesiment/data collection commences Water\ ai assessment/data collection completed Maooins of oaddlins routes and destinations Coridultitiori with pa*rtner agencies on maps and in[o Maps and lnformation available to the public August 2018 August 2018 October 2018 November2018 December 201 8 Januarv 2019 2. PRoJECT NEED AND BTTNEFI] . lain the demonstrated need which the ect addresses.a. Ex o 25 As a coastal community providing public access to the waterways is a constant need. The proposed project will directly meet Ihis need. developing new non-motorized opponunities throughout the central and northem pans ofthe Count). With rhe fi rsr phase of the blueway al ready established the Counry needs ro develop roures and destinations within the remaining two phases to complete the paddling trail system. Once complated the blueway will be able to become a designated State paddle trail and be integated into the statewide network. The project will also allow the County to effectively manage the use olthe blueway and protect the waterway and sunounding natural habitats. Th6 collection ofdata toTinalized routes throughihe pr6iect area uill enabl! the Counry to maximize user benefit \ahile minimizins the imDacl to the enviroriment. 'Wliile orovidins a safe and enjoyable. paddling trail sy stem is rhe primary goali the need to protect the regions narural r'esourceishould also be consldered a pnonty. 4 Form 62S-4.004, FAC, Efectiye 9/2/10 b. Ex lain how the sed ro ect meets the e ofat least one CPI non 10 ts. C Discuss the exlent to which the project will improve the management and protection ofcoastal resources 25 ts. 5 The project meets the purpose set fonh by the "Access to Coastal Resources" priority area. The project will develop an e[Iective mapTor the remaining phases ofthe Paradise Coast Blueway. The project r,rill enhance access ro several \.\aterways including Cordon Pass. Rookery Bat. and ultimately the Gulf of, Mexico. The completion of a map of th6 ent ire sysGm will allow users lroin thti region to acces3 other paddling trai ls such including the Great Calusa Blueway and the Florida Circumnavigational Saltwater Paddling Trail. In addition to increasing access for canoe/kayak usen the project will promote protecting coastal resources through safe and eniovable eco{ourism. The public will have enhanced access lo not onlv the \ alerways. tiul. also h'istoric and cultuial destinations points along the Trail. These coastal destinations intlude: . Everslades National Park. Bis dvoress National Preserve. CoJlieijseminole State Park. Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve. Wissins State Park. Hisi5ric Goodland/ Goodland Point Midden (Florida Designated Historic Sites) . Public Parks (9 located within Phase II and III) The County is committed to the protection and enhancement of its coastal resources. The management of beaches. daterways and significaht coastal eco-systems is at the core of the Counfy's role in s;fting lhe communirl. The'creation 6f the Paradise Coast'Blueway is an example of how'locat govemmenf can successfully match lhe needs ofthe environment and residents. The prolect will enhance public access of the waterr.,vays while protecting natural resources by promoting the use of low-impact modes such as kayaks and canoes. The development ofroutes through the project area will allow users to interact with natue with minimal impact while directing them away from sensitive and unsafe areas of the waten4ays. The project will enable the County to further several ofthe policies and objectives set fonh in the Conservation and Coastal Management Element ofthe adopted Comprehensive PIan. These management objectives include: Policy I . I .3. Collier Counry shall continue to support established environmental pol icies by maintaining an appropriately administered and professionally staffed govemmental unit capable ofdeveloping, administering, and providing long-term direction for the protection and management ofthe County's environmental resources. Policy 1.1.4: The appropriate Counfy agencies shall continue cooperation with private natural resouce conservation and management organizations. as well as Regional, SIaIe. and Federal environmental agencies and will work with othe"r local goVernments to identif and "manage shared natural resources. OBJECTIVE 1.2: Maintain the ffamework for ar integrated, compuler-based environmental resources data storage, analysis, and graphics system that is based on relevant, appiopriate and professionally accepted data. OBJECTIVE 2.1.. Take a coordinated and cooDerative approach with the Florida DeDartment of Environmental Protection (FDEP) reeardinp, enviromiental planiine. manasement and monitoriirs Drosams for Rookery Bay and Cape Romano --Ten Thousand lslands Aquatic-Preserv-es and rheir watersheds.' (A-s Dart o[ this process. the County shall continue to notiry FDEP of development projects wirhin the \,\atersheds of these preserve areas. OBJECTIVE 10.2: Ensure that access to beaches, shores and waterways remain available to the oublic andcontinue with the County's program to expand the availability of suih access and a method tb fund itsacqulsrtlon. Policy 10.2.6: The County shall coordinate with State and Federal agencies regarding use of and access to Federal and State-owned properties in the Coastal Zone for public use. Form 625-4.004, FAC, Efecrive 9/2/10 d. Discuss how is feasible and can be within one 10 I'ts. 6 The project will take approximately 20-24 weeks to complete. With the County utilizing its own personnel and necessary equipment being readily available to lease the only potential delay would be due to a significant weather event such as hurricane. However, in this case the delay would still not cause the project to exceed the l-year completion period. The design and completion ofthe map and other information will also be handled by County staff with no anticipated delay. Form 52S-4.004, FAC, Effective 9/2/10 BUDGET and BUDGET NARRATM (15 Pts.) Type dollar amounts only in applicable categories (round to nearest dollari no cents) and leave other categories blank. A recipient will be required to provide 100% (l:l) matching funds, cash or in- kind. No more than one-half (50%) of match can be provided by a third party. Budt!et Caleg0rt FCMP Funds MATCH Funds 1. Salaries 2. Fringe Benefits 3. Travel 4. Equipment 5. Supplies 6. Contractual Services 7. Other Expenses 8. Indirect Charges FCMP Total Match Total $ r 5,000 s500 $ 14.500 $ 1 5.000 $ 15.000 Total FCMP & Match Funds $30.000 If budget exceeds the amount shown on the "Total" line above, indicate the total project cost: $_ BUDGET NARRATI\G,: Describe line items for each applicable budget category shown above. Provide sufficient detail to show cost relationship to project activities for both FCMP and match items. Indirect costs are not allowed as match. Toral FCMP Funds Requested Sl5iq00_______ Salaries: Fringe Benefits: N/A Travel: Equipment: - Supplies: ($500) - The project will require the use of limited supplies such as fuel, various office and field supplies. Contractual Services: (Sl4'500) - The County will lease/rent a boat with trailer and GpS with sounder for approximately 60-90 days. The boat will be transported using a County. owned vehicle. Form 625-4.004, FAC , Efective gi2,tt| 7 Other Expenses: lndirect Charges: Total Match Funds: $ 15,000 Salaries: ($15,000) - County staff from the Parks and Recreation Department will be responsible for completing the identified scope ofwork to achieve the project deliverables. County staffused for the project will accomplish the following objectives at their established pay rates, both full-time and part-time. . Identiry suitable paddling trail from Collier County owned, established and maintained launch points and public parks . Identi& major roadways to launch points . Identi& launch site amenities and if launch is located with a community identiry area points of interest including restaurants, museums, outfitters, state and national parks and preserves o IdentiS launch accessibility, trail difficulty, length, stop offpoints and./or resupply points between launch points . Identi0 any potential hazards along the trail route including poisonous plants, venomous animals, and terrain . Use CPS to identi! trails (markers will not be installed); aide in preparation ofa completed map of trails to identified all characteristics above. Fringe Benefits: Travel: Equipment: Supplies: Contractual Services: Other Expenses: NOTE: Project costs will be evaluated for reasonability, and tbe application is eligible for up to l0 points based on the evaluation of costs. 8 Form 62S-4.004, FAC, Effectiye 9/2/10 TaDle ol Conlenls b b b b Exh Exh Exh Exh atA itB atc itD Project Site Aerials Phase I Blueway Map Public Parks & Waterway Access Project Support Letters tu BLUE\AU\Y Proiect Sile Aerial Pholo9rap hs Paradise Coast Blueway Phas€ ll- lll Paradise Coast Blueway Phas€ ll- lll tu BLUE\4AY rL cottE mrlnY iatEaqo nar a tr I }- I a I I I l::.:l:t" CollisI Stat Parh rii$.ic Goodbid i )t .i Phase I, Blueway Ma Paradise Coast Blueway - Phase I Map G---Evr^r^D,sE.o^5r BLUEWAY bagryI i 1 nl J .: ,uo /b /L;/o^ ., d" L.g.nd +Erldrc''bc'dd .6cds.6&,b. -.G"Pdt,'ta.dbP.ii(., --- r'*d.o! b sdrr*t GULF OF 'NEXICO N E S Phase ll - Southern Lirnit tu BLUEI/\AY 3 '.f "t {* I Pu[lic paflis & lvalerway Access Paradise Coast Blueway- Public Parks & Preserves 6 co[s c{irPuk (.] c..,aN.!oi coti-FE* 8l cry or M.'co kh.n P&k a ciryot..uc.sPrrk ! r,"c,* 1r701.936 f-+-+-+-'rrJ+ Paradise Coast Blue\flay - Beach & Public WaterAccess E ;q:,o'" '1' j=+ & J i',-' Para<ll!. Cor.t Eu.way B...is .rd Bo.dns i! Ma,ne O a-t !t ed Liunch tu BLUE\AAY Pa.adi.. Coast Aeway la r^ E6'6h)..".r--r [t] lrl!<o{&*l{c{rr,.ry a^oorng rpin t t! t! l I slu NAI'LES MARCO ISLAND EYERGLAD[S F!ORIDA'5 PARAO15E COA51 .l .,Jir', :i:rl 256C N HcrscshoG D. -i'.1 ,\;p,( \ _L iq,L,4 ) * cu*z"A_ F t239) 252 2'\44 f ack W. wert, Executive Director P6iediseCoasl.ccrl Jl I r c P. r.i d:s c C..r si , ap.tradtsecoast Odobet 24,2017 Ms. Tonl Clanton Coastal Partnership lnitiative Program Florida Oepartment of Environment Protection 3900 Commonwealth Blvd. MS 235 Tallahassee, FL 32399-3000 RE: 2018 CPI Grant Application - Paradise Coast Blueway Dear Ms. Toni Clanton: our organization supports Collier County's 2018 Coastal Partnership lnitiative Brant application to develop maps and user information for the remaining phases of the Paradise Coast Blueway. The Collier County Parks and Recreation Department has worked alongside local organizations and stakeholders to make Phase I ofthe Blueway a success. The proposed project will build on this momentum and allow for enhanced access to the waterways through safe and en.loyable use of the paddling trail. ln addition to providing new routes, the proiect will identify a wide va riety of pu blic access s ites a nd destinatio ns. Usersofthe Blueway will be able to explore significant natural, cultural and historic destinations along the routes. We look forward to assisting the County in completing this worthwhile project. Should we be able to provide any additional assistance relating to the grant application please contact my office at Sincerely, \[^ cffH",CounW ffice of ltilanagement & Budget TO: Leo E. Ochs, Jr., County Manager FROM: Therese Stanley, Grants Compliance Managerc/ Date: October 26, 2017 CC: Barry Williams, Division Director - Parks and Recreation RE:County Manager review and approval of a 2018 Coastal Partnership lnitiative Grant from Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) in the amount of S15,000 The Parks and Recreational department is submitting a 2018 Coastal Partnership lnitiative Grants from FDEP in the amount of 515,000. The Paradise Coast Blueway trail development effort began with the Ten Thousand lslands section, known as Phase I which covers the wilderness area between Everglades City and Goodland. The proposed project will continue to build on the success ofthe first phase by developing maps and user information for Phase ll and lll of the blueway. Phase 2 will cover the Goodland to Gordon Pass area and includes routes through Rookery Bay, a prime and easily accessible area for paddlers. Phase 3 will be the simplest to plot. lt includes a trip up the Gordon River in Naples, and a coastal route along the beaches to the northern county line. lt will also include Lake Trafford in lmmokalee as a day trip. The grant requires a 1:1 match in the amount of 515,000. The matching funds will be derived fiom cost of County staff to complete the project. Staff became aware of the opportunity on October 13, 2017 with a due date of October 31,2017. Due to the short turnaround, we are requesting that the County Manager approve the application of submittal followed by after the fact approval by the Board of County Commissioners at the December 12, 2017 BCC meeting. Once you have reviewed the grant award, please call me at 239-252-8198 for pick up. Thank you, and please let me know if you have a u estio n s regarding this request. Grant Award Reviewed and Approved by County After-the-Fact Approval by the BCC is required at the December 12,2017 BCC meeting nager \-) l!-{ , or designe e 0 Cou nty Mana 3299 TamiamiTrail East, Suile 201 . Naples, Florida 34112-5746 . 239"252-8973 . FAX 239"252-8828 Lg^