PORTLAND TRAILS PHASE 1 2015 RTP Application
City of Portland
PORTLAND TRAILS PHASE 1 2015 RTP Application
Submitted by: City of Portland Randy D. Geesaman, Mayor 321 North Meridian Street Portland, Indiana 47371 p. 260.726.9395 f. 260.726.2763 Jay County Trails Club Theresa Inman, Chair 1460 West Tyson Road Portland, Indiana 47371 p. 260.729.1281
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Table Of Contents
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1 Application Form 1 2 Checklist + Project Evaluation Criteria and Summary 3 3 Cost Breakdown 15 4 Certification of Funds 29 5 Program Narrative 31 6 Public Participation 37 7 Project Site Location Map 69 8 Site Plan 73 9 Photographs 75 10 Management Plan 81 11 Additional Forms + Documentation
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1. Application Form
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2. Checklist + Project Evaluation Criteria and Summary
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Recreational Trails Program Grant Application Checklist The items listed below are to be submitted as part of the project application packet. Please indicate "y" for yes, "n" for no, or "N/A" for not applicable on each blank. Each "no" response must be justified via a written explanation. Original signatures are required on all documents requiring signatures unless otherwise noted. Two copies of the application packet are required; one hard copy and one electronic copy (i.e. compact disc). PART A-ALL PROJECTS
Y ___1. Application Form. One Application Form signed by the applicant. (Appendix p.100) ___2. Proof of Eligibility for Trail-Related Not-for-Profits. Documentation from the IRS verifying Not-for-Profit NA 501(c)3 Status. Not-for-profit 501(c)3 status must be granted and active at time of grant application to be eligible. ___3. Cost Breakdown. One detailed cost breakdown for the project showing the estimated cost of all Y development, by major work unit. Be sure to include all criteria items for which you are trying to score points, such as costs for land acquisition, trail development, parking lot construction, amenities such as benches and bike racks, updating website with trail information, etc. (Sample in Appendix p. 99)
Y ___4. Certification of Funds. A statement from the clerk-treasurer, county auditor, or fiscal agent certifying the availability and source of local funds and/or letters of intent for project donations. ___5. Program Narrative. One program narrative including: Y ___a. Y
Detailed description of the project. Be sure to address and discuss all criteria items for which you are trying to score point such as land, trail length, benches, connections to other trails, etc.
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List of all pre-agreement costs: name, address and telephone number of firm, and costs incurred to date of application.
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Description of how the project will comply with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 which prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability.
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Describe any other federal funds used in connection with this project.
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Indicate that the facilities developed by the project sponsor will be maintained for a minimum of 25 years.
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Program income. List any fees that will be charged and how they will offset projected maintenance costs.
Y ___6. Public Participation. The news advertisement and description of the public meeting describing the project and the applicant’s intention to use federal funding for the project. ___8. One map clearly showing the boundaries of the project site. Y
Y ___9. Site Plan. One overall site plan showing property lines and drawn to scale. Be sure to include all criteria items for which you are trying to score criteria points, such as land acquisition, trail location, bench location, connections to other trails, etc. ___10. Photographs. Photos keyed to a site map showing the natural features, existing recreation facilities, Y buildings and structures on the site. 22 4
___11. Project Rating Criteria. Address each criterion individually with complete responses and supporting Y documentation.
Y ___12. The U.S. Department of Transportation Assurance of Compliance. One signed form. (Appendix p.88) Y ___13. Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion-Lower Tier Covered Transactions. One signed form. (Appendix p.108) PART B-ACQUISITION PROJECTS ___14. Estimate of value for each parcel (or full appraisal, if available) Y ___15. Option(s) to purchase, if applicable NA ___16. Escrow agreement(s), if applicable NA PART C-DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS ___17. Easement(s). One copy each of existing easements which cross the property to be developed, such as NA utility lines, roads, access drives, etc.
___18. Deed(s). One copy of the property deed for each parcel of existing land to be developed, such as NA utility lines, roads, access drives, etc.
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RECREATIONAL TRAILS PROGRAM (RTP) PROJECT EVALUATION CRITERIA 2015 Project Evaluation Criteria
The project evaluation criteria are the primary tool used to evaluate projects and determine which projects will receive funding. Please provide detailed responses including support information for each criterion. Be sure to address each criterion in the project narrative, cost breakdown, and on the site plan submitted with the application. 1) Acquire More Land for Trail Use – On all types of acquisitions there must be language in the deed stating that the land must be reserved for public trail use. A. Project acquires land by fee simple and develops a trail or trailhead on that land. Fee simple (3 points) ____ OR Project acquires land by long-term easement and develops a trail or trailhead on that land. Easement of 25-49 years (1 point) ____ Easement of 50 years or more (2 points) ____ 2 (A maximum of 3 points will be awarded in subcategory 1A; applicants cannot receive points for acquiring both fee simple and an easement.) B. Project acquires a site for legal motorized riding trails. Acquisition for motorized use (2 points) ____ C. Project acquires a linear corridor for trail use that is at least 1/2 mile in length. The linear corridor must be a railroad corridor, river greenway, habitat corridor, utility corridor, abandoned road right-of-way, or a levee to score points. Acquisition of linear corridor (2 points) ____ 2 2) Trail Development (Choose ONLY ONE A through F) A. Project develops hard surface trails which accommodate the primary uses of bicycling, pedestrians, in-line skaters, and people using wheeled mobility devices. Typical hard surfaces include concrete, asphalt, and compact limestone screenings. Hard surface trails (6 points) ____ 6 B. Project supports water trails by developing a public access site for canoe/kayak and/or establishes a water trail. Water trails (3 points) ____ C. Project develops trail for the primary use of mountain biking. Mountain bike trails (3 points) ____ D. Project develops trail for the primary use of hiking.
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Hiking trails (3 points) ____
E. Project develops trail for primary use by equestrians.
Equestrian trails (3 points) ____
F. Project develops trails for the primary use of off-highway vehicles (OHV) or snowmobiles. Off-highway or snowmobile trails (3 points) ____ G. Trail length – actual trail mileage being developed with this project: 0.5 – 1 mile (1 point) ____ 1 1.01 – 1.5 miles (2 points) ____ 1.51 – 2.0 miles (3 points) ____ 2.01 – 3.0 miles (4 points) ____ > 3 miles (5 points) ____ H. Project develops trails that connect to trail systems to form trail networks. (Projects that are within a defined property will not receive points for connections within that same property. A trail extension is not considered a connection to a separate trail network unless it actually connects to a separate and distinct trail. For purposes of this program, sidewalks and publicly maintained roads are not considered trails.) The connection must be to either an existing, separate, and distinct trail or a proposed, separate and distinct trail that has received funding or is in the process of being built. Please submit documentation showing the proposed RTP project and the existing/funded trail with which it will connect. Connection within a local network (1 point) ____ 1 Connection to another jurisdiction’s network (1 point) ____ Connection to state-identified priority visionary trail (1 point) ____ I. Project develops trails that are part of a state-identified priority visionary trail. Part of state-identified priority visionary trail (pg. 2-10) (2 points) ____
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J. A project that develops trail in counties that are considered relatively deficient in trail opportunities will receive up to five points. These counties are identified on the basis of trail inventory data that reflects trail miles per 1000 people (open and under development). Refer to the attached map for information on your area. Trail opportunities (up to 5 points) ____ 3
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K. A project that develops trail “close to home” will receive up to three points. The DNR Division of Outdoor Recreation will utilize current and available census tract data and GIS applications to geo-locate trails and identify the number of people within five miles of the proposed trail. Applicants must submit a location map with the trail layout drawn on it in order to receive points. Population within 5 miles of trail: 35,000 + (3 points) ____ 5,001 – 34,999 (2 points) ____ 2 5,000 or less (1 point ) ____ L. A project that develops the only trail in a governmental jurisdiction will receive one point. Only trail in a jurisdiction (1 point) ____ M. A project that develops trail outside of a five-mile radius from the nearest existing trail will receive one point. (Refer to white area on map below) Only trail outside 5 miles (1 point) ____
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3) Support Facilities and Trail Information A. A project that develops facilities to support trail users will receive up to three points. Eligible facilities include: Parking lots, restrooms, water fountains (2 points) ____ 2 Bicycle racks, benches, interpretive signage, kiosk (1 point) ____ 1 (All projects are required to develop regulatory signage that informs users about basic information like trail routes, appropriate trail use, safety, and ethics.) B. Project develops trail maps and/or guides and/or utilizes technology to provide trail information. For example, offering trail information on the World Wide Web (including maps and directions, marketing of trail opportunities/events, etc.). The trail information can be placed on an existing website or a proposed website. Trail maps and/or guides and/or information technology (1 point) ____ 1 (Projects that incorporate trail information elements must include documentation in the cost breakdown and will be required to show proof of production (i.e. completed brochures, active web pages, etc.) 4) “First Time” Awards A. Project is located in a county that has not received an RTP grant to date. New county (2 points) ____ 2 B. Applicant has never received an RTP grant to date. New project sponsor (1 point) ____ 1 FIRST TIME AWARDS 2015 DEKALB
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Summary of Points 1) Acquire More Land for Trail Use A. Fee simple or easement B. Acquisition for motorized C. Acquisition of linear corridor
(0-3 points) ____ 2 (2 points) ____ (2 points) ____ 2
2) Trail Development (Choose ONLY ONE A through F) A. B. C. D. E. F.
Hard surface trails Water trails Mountain bike trails Hiking trails Equestrian trails Off-highway or snowmobile trails
(6 points) ____ 6 (3 points) ____ (3 points) ____ (3 points) ____ (3 points) ____ (3 points) ____
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Trail length Trail networks Park of state-identified priority visionary trail Trail opportunities Population within 5 miles of trail First trail in jurisdiction Only trail outside 5 miles
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(0- 5 points) ____ 1 (0- 3 points) ____ 1 (2 points) ____ (0-5 points) ____ 3 (1-3 points) ____ 2 (1 point ) ____ (1 point ) ____
3) Support Facilities and Trail Information A. Support facilities B. Trail information
(0-3 points) ____ 3 (1 point ) ____ 1
4) “First Time� Awards A. New county B. New project sponsor
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(2 points) ____ 2 (1 point ) ____ 1
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Rating Justification 1. ACQUISITION – 5 POINTS A. Fee Simple or Easement – 2 points Approximately .77 acres of land will be acquired via easement agreements. (See property map and letters from Jay County School Corporation and Jay County Developmental Services Incorporated.) B. Motorized – 0 points C. Linear Corridor – 2 points A river greenway/habitat corridor .64 miles in length acquired. This portion begins at the point of connection Hudson River Trail and ends at the POE. In this stretch of land, the trail largely follows the path of the adjacent Salamonie River. While perhaps some pieces of the surrounding area are not currently being managed to their full potential, this corridor still serves as a riparian habitat corridor for local wildlife. 2. TRAIL DEVELOPMENT – 20 POINTS A. Hard Surface Trails – 6 points The City of Portland/Jay County Phase One Trail will be developed, maintained, and managed to support walking, jogging, bicycling, in-line skating, and wheeled mobility devices. It will be constructed using asphalt surfacing. B. Water Trails – 0 points C. Mountain Bike Trails – 0 points D. Hiking Trails – 0 points E. Equestrian Trails – 0 points F. Off-Highway or Snowmobile Trails – 0 points G. Trail Length – 1 point The City of Portland/Jay County Phase One Trail is .78 miles long with a point of beginning at Weiler Wilson Park to a point of ending at JRDS Fitness Trail. (See attached maps.) H. Trail Networks – 1 point The City of Portland/Jay County Phase One Trail will connect directly to the existing River Path Trail and Hudson Park Walking Path. (See attached map.)
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I. Park of State-Identified Priority Visionary Trail – 0 points J. Trail Opportunities – 3 points This trail is located in Jay County. This county is considered relatively deficient in trail opportunities based on the map provided with the application guidelines. K. Population Within 5 Miles of Trail – 2 points This trail is located within the City of Portland, which is largely included in the five-mile vicinity of the trail. The census data for this city shows a population of 6,223 people within the city. (See attached map.) L. First Trail in Jurisdiction – 0 points M.Only Trail Outside 5 Miles – 0 points 3. TRAIL INFORMATION – 4 POINTS A. Support Facilities – 3 points The trailhead area will feature a drinking fountain, bench, bicycle racks, and signage. Interpretive signage will be included at the POB, POE, and interpretive node. A promotional brochure/trail map will be developed. Printed copies will be distributed and the brochure will also be provided in digital form downloadable from the web. B. Trail Information – 1 point Project plans will be made available to view via the City’s website as well as via the Jay County Trail Club’s website. Technology will continue to be used as a method of promotion and information distribution relative to the trail project. 4. FIRST TIME AWARDS – 3 POINTS A. New County – 2 points This trail is located in Jay County. This county has not received an RTP grant to date based on the map provided with the application guidelines. B. New Project Sponsor – 1 point City of Portland has never received an RTP grant to date.
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3. Cost Breakdown Project Budget Property Acquisition Map Letters of Permission Property Deeds
A letter signifying intent to cooperate with the City of Portland from Jay County School Corporation and Jay-Randolph Developmental Services Incorporated is included along with a map of trail property to be acquired. The Jay County Trail Club has met with both landowners and negotiations are under way to craft an easement agreement with them. The value of the property to be acquired has been estimated base on average price for land in or near a flood plain along the Salamonie River in Portland. The total amount to be acquired is .77 acres (20’ wide by .32 miles long), and the estimated value is $15,000 per acre. The total estimated value is $11,550. A map showing the city-owned section of the corridor and the property to be acquired is included in this section. Additional information about the properties to be acquired is included in the attached property deeds.
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PORTLAND TRAILS PHASE 1 PROJECT BUDGET
City of Portland/Jay County Trail RTP Phase One .78 miles - POB at Weiler Wilson Park to POE at JRDS Fitness Trail Item Clearing, Misc. Earthwork and Drainage Trail - 8' wide asphalt trail with 6" stone base Land Acquisition - two parcels (1540 LF and 139 LF at 20' wide) Weiler Wilson Park Trailhead (pavement markings & signage) Trailhead amenities (benches, bike racks, etc.) and entry signage Drinking fountain Interpretive Signage Pavement markings & signage (two street crossings) Trail Brochure & Website Update
Qty 1 0.78 0.77 1 1 1 3 2 1
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Unit Price $24,050 $150,000 $15,000 $4,100 $5,000 $4,500 $3,000 $4,000 $2,000
Construction Subtotal Land Acquisition - Appraisals, Plats, Title Work, Etc. Environmental Document and Permitting Survey, Design, and Engineering Subtotal Construction and Soft Costs Contingency (7% of total project budget)
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Total Project Budget Prepared by Green 3, LLC
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Total Price $24,050 $117,000 $11,550 $4,100 $5,000 $4,500 $3,000 $4,000 $2,000
Grant Funds $22,000 $117,000 $0 $2,100 $4,000 $4,500 $2,000 $1,000 $0
Local Match $2,050 $0 $11,550 $2,000 $1,000 $0 $1,000 $3,000 $2,000
$175,200 $10,000 $18,500 $29,500
$152,600 $4,000 $18,500 $14,500
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$233,200 $16,800
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Match Type In-Kind by JCT and City Donation of Long Term Easements In-Kind by JCT and City In-Kind by JCT and City In-Kind by JCT and City In-Kind by JCT and City In-Kind by JCT and City In-Kind by JCT and City Cash by JCT and City Cash by JCT and City
TRAILS MAP PHASE 1 - PROPERTY PORTLAND RTPPORTLAND
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PROPERTY ACQUISITION MAP
CITY OF PORTLAND / JAY COUNTY TRAILS
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EXISTING INFRASTRUCTURE PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY (455’ AT 20’ WIDE = .21 ACRES) OWNED BY CITY OF PORTLAND (1965’ AT 20’ WIDE = .90 ACRES) ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PROPERTY (1540’ AT 20’ WIDE = .71 ACRES) JAY-RANDOLPH DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES INC. PROPERTY (139’ AT 20’ WIDE = .06 ACRES)
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Program Narrative A. Project Description The proposed trail is a .78-mile trail located in the City of Portland, Jay County, Indiana. This project will include the development of the eight-foot wide asphalt trail, the construction of a trailhead, installation of site amenities, safety and directional signage, and educational/information brochures. The project will be designed to meet ADA guidelines for accessibility. Land acquisition in the amount of .77 acres will be required for the .78-mile corridor. The City is currently engaged in the early acquisition process for this land through the use of long-term easement agreements with Jay County School Corporation, and Jay-Randolph Developmental Services Incorporated. The trail will have a Point of Beginning (POB) at the southeast corner of the basketball courts near the main entry of Weiler Wilson Park. A trailhead will be located near the southwestern corner of the pool parking lot in order to provide additional amenities to the trail for the City’s residents and area visitors. This trailhead will be ADA accessible and will feature a bench, bike rack, and drinking fountain for trail users. Future phases of the project will connect residential areas and various destinations throughout the City of Portland, including the middle school, high school, and elementary schools; Jay County Hospital; Wal-Mart; Haynes Park; Milton Miller Park; among others. Future phases will connect this trail to Safe Routes to School projects, which will create multiple connections to safe walking paths between residential areas and the City’s schools (see the proposed comprehensive trails system plan included in the Additional Forms and Documentation section of the application). The two parcels of privately-owned property that will need to be acquired for this project are currently owned by Jay County School Corporation (parcel number 38-07-21-402-016.000-034) and JayRandolph Developmental Services Inc. (parcel number 38-07-21-402-014.000-033). Both property owners have expressed a desire to coordinate with the City of Portland to construct the trail on their land through the use of long-term easement agreements. A trail brochure and map will be developed and distributed in paper and made available digitally via the City’s website. The brochure will include information to familiarize visitors with the trail, the City of Portland, and other nearby recreation destinations, including neighboring communities and
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natural and cultural resource destinations. The brochure will also include safety information, emergency contact numbers and procedures, and trail rules and regulations. The final trail alignment features an interpretive spur station that will serve as a jumping off point for future trail development of a foot bridge across the Salamonie River that will connect the proposed trail to the Nature Trail and Trail of Trees located nearby in Hudson Park. Project Partnerships The proposed trail is being organized by the City of Portland with support from the Jay County Trails Club. The project is supported by a wide range of local businesses, residents, and community organizations including the Jay County Historical Society, the Jay-Randolph Developmental Services Inc., and Jay County. Project Purpose The purpose of this project is to build on the success of existing trails in the area, provide easier access to the trail system for the residents of and visitors to the area, and to serve as the first step in achieving Portland’s vision for a comprehensive trail system. Portland has a strong trail advocacy group in the Jay County Trails Club and an active trail-using community. The Portland Phase One trail will provide connections between the City’s elementary school, residential areas, and recreational areas and will provide a positive example and impetus for future trail routes. Needs The City of Portland is taking actions to improve local quality of life for residents and improve connectivity within the community. Jay County 20/20 Vision plan developed by the Implementation Committee identified several key performance areas critical to developing a better future for Portland. One of the top priority areas identified the creation and promotion of recreational trails as a key component in improving the quality of life of residents and visitors alike. Other related goals include: “increasing opportunities for citizens to act on the healthy choices they make” (such as walking, jogging, or riding bikes for exercise), “ensuring that citizens have a safe community and environment for living out healthy choices,” “promoting outdoor recreation to improve cultural and social interaction, along with wellness.” The Portland Phase One Trail will address these goals by
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enhancing and expanding local outdoor recreation and wellness opportunities available to residents, and by providing physical connections within the City. Connecting to Portland’s existing trail system opens up an additional 4-mile stretch of trail that provides residents and visitors access to additional recreational and scenic trail experiences. Additionally, the Phase One Trail project will connect the City’s neighborhoods with one of its schools. This level of connectivity promises a safer and more efficient pedestrian transportation system. The Portland Phase One Trail not only reinforces local plans and goals but also supports the goals and objectives of both the State Trail Plan and the State Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP). Acquisition of land for trails and development of multi-use trails that promote alternative transportation are two of the primary goals of the trails plan, and this trail will help meet them both. Benefits The proposed trail will provide immediate benefits to the residents of Portland. The wellness opportunities associated with walking for fitness are well documented. Creating a trail that provides a direct link between residential areas and scenic, park-like natural settings is a great incentive to encourage walking for fitness, as well as other active lifestyle pursuits. In a state with one of the highest obesity rates in the country, this is an important benefit. The proposed trail will likely increase the safety of children who walk and bike to school and increase the number of children who include this healthy activity as part of their school day. The trail will provide residents and visitors with easy access to a safe, quiet, and beautiful outdoor environment. Walkers, runners, and bicyclists will be able to use the trail and enjoy the wildlife along the corridor. The southern portion of the proposed trail will take the user along the Salamonie River corridor, with the option to connect to the Hudson Park pathway, Nature Trail, and Trail of Trees. Trail users on this section of the trail will experience the quiet solitude of a more rural setting, excellent bird watching, and a new perspective on Indiana’s natural heritage. One of the most important benefits the trail offers is to provide young families with a secure environment for activity. There are many health and social benefits for encouraging an active lifestyle at a young age, but Portland currently lacks a connective trail system. The proposed trail is an easily accessible and safe location for exercise and social interaction. Keeping residents fit and
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encouraging social behavior is a great benefit to any community. This trail will be the first step in developing Portland’s comprehensive trail system that will make non-motorized transportation easier, safer, and more attractive. The trail alignment was designed to take advantage of current users of Portland’s parks and existing facilities, and to provide amenities where there are none. The only bike racks in the area currently exist at East Elementary School. The main trailhead will provide these for those who want to use the trail or surrounding areas. The location of the trailhead takes advantage of the public restrooms and washhouses of the pool and adjacent parks, as well as existing utility infrastructure such as water lines for the new drinking fountain and sewage lines for the potential development of additional restrooms in the future. Additional parking areas are planned for north of the existing pool parking lot, to be done by the City of Portland, that will provide places to park for future trail users with ADA parking spaces located near the proposed trailhead. The interpretive trail node is located where an existing desire line occurs that delineates a path that people already use to cross the river to get to the nature trails. This shows that community members are already using the trails they have and are in need of additional trails to provide access and additional connections. Trail users in Portland are excited for the future of trail development in their community. One private donor has already been identified for helping to install a pedestrian bridge, and an ordinance for bicycle safety is currently being discussed by Portland City Council.
The Best Alternative This project represents the best alternative to provide a needed trail facility in the general project area. It is the only option that provides the necessary access in a manner that is safe and accessible and provides the desired recreational connections. This route also makes best use of city-owned property and public right-of-way lands. One alternative considered attempted connecting the proposed trail to the JRDS Fitness Trail from the north. However, this route was considered less desirable because it placed trail users very close to vehicular traffic and crossed the JRDS parking lot. The preferred alternative route does not harbor the same safety and liability concerns and provides a more pleasant experience for the trail user.
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Pre-agreement Costs
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Accessibility
This project will comply with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. The entire trail will be paved with asphalt that will be suitable to support users with mobility impairments including those in wheelchairs. All trail facilities and amenities will be constructed to meet Federal ADA guidelines at acceptable challenge levels. D.
Summary of Land Acquisition Procedures
Property will be acquired for the purpose of extending the trail from the proposed trailhead to a point of connection with the JRDS Fitness Trail. The City of Portland will negotiate the property easement agreements from the current property owners. All negotiations, appraisals, and easement agreements related to this project will be prepared in compliance with the required standards for negotiated purchases as stated in the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act. E.
Additional Federal Assistance
No federal assistance has been given or is pending for any work within the boundaries of the project area. F.
Life of Facilities
The expected life of the asphalt trail is anticipated to be 30 years or more. With proper long-term maintenance and repair, this trail and associated trailhead facilities should remain viable for much longer than the standard expectancy. G.
Program Income
There will be no fee charged for the use of the proposed trail. The City of Portland will provide all necessary long-term maintenance of the trail and trailhead facilities.
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6. Public Participation Letters of Support Petitions to Support Trails Public Meeting Announcements Public Meeting Sign-In Sheets Jay County Business Expo Presentation Proposed Ordinance for Bicycle Safety The Jay County Trails Club (JCTC) has been active in Portland and Jay County since 2012, and their presence continues to be a factor in winning support for the Portland Trails project. The JCTC holds public meetings monthly; several JCTC meetings have been held to discuss this project. Petitions to support Jay County trails are made available at these meetings and are included in this section. Announcements and sign-in sheets for two public meetings held specifically to discuss this project are also included in this section. In addition to their regular public meetings, the JCTC presented this project and the overall vision for a Portland comprehensive trails system at the Jay County Business Expo. Photos of their booth are included in this section. The City and the JCTC continue to meet with a variety of city agencies, local groups, property owners, and others interested in trail development. These meetings provide another method for communicating plans, ideas, and approaches to building the trail and the final trail route.
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MAY IS NATIONAL BIKE MONTH PROCLAMATION
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Bicyclists employ a clean quiet, and energy- efficient mode of transpoftation, as well as an excellent form of fitness exercise. as well as quality family recreation; and
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The education of the cyclists and nnotorist as to the proper and safe operation of bicycles is important to ensure the safety and comfort of all users; and
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The league of American Bicyclists and independent cyclists throughout our state are promoting greater public awareness of bicycle operation and safety education in an effort to reduce accidents, injuries and fatalities; and
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Under city regulations, bicycles are vehicles and by state law, bicyclists enjoy all the rights and privileges of motorist to use the public roarls unhindered from harassment
NOW THEREFORE: l, Randy D Geesaman , Mayor of the City of Portland, do hereby proclaim the month of May 2015, in the City of Pontland, to be National Bike Month, and encourage all citizens{e:participate in this outstanding endeavor, including observing all safety measures, including wearing a helmet and obeying all traffic laws.
lN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereto set my hand and caused to be affixed the Seal of the City of Portland, on this the 1th day of May 2015
RANDY D GEESAMAN MAYOR CITY QF PORTLAND
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PORTLAND TRAILS PHASE 1
Public Meeting April 3, 2014 Bryant, Indiana
Public Meeting April 10, 2014 Portland, Indiana
Excerpt from The Commercial Review (Portland daily newspaper) 29 March 2014
Excerpt from The Commercial Review (Portland daily newspaper) 8 April 2014
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PORTLAND TRAILS PHASE 1 Jay County Business Expo April 12, 2014 Portland, Indiana The Jay County Trails Club presented the Portland Comprehensive Trail Plan (attached in Section 11), Phase One Trail Plan, and accompanying route narrative. Questionnaires and petitions to support the Jay County trails were available to Expo participants. The results of the questionnaires are available upon request.
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PORTLAND TRAILS PHASE 1 BIKE SAFETY ORDINANCE PROPOSAL
Excerpt from The Commercial Review (Jay County daily newspaper) April 21, 2015
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7. Project Site Location Map Site Location Map Census Map The proposed trail is approximately .78 miles in length and is located in Portland, Indiana. The trail begins at the southeast corner of the basketball courts at the main entry of Weiler Wilson Park, and continues along the south and east borders of the parking lot. From the main entry of the park, the trail follows an existing loose path between the ball diamonds, and curves around the back of the eastern ball diamond. The trail then follows an existing service road that runs east, then curves north until intersecting with another service road. The trail proceeds east along the intersecting service road and meanders northeast along and into the existing tree line. Just before the tree line angles to the north, the trail spurs off to the southeast to form the interpretive node. The main trail continues running northeast until turning north and reaching a point of connection with the existing JRDS Fitness Trail. A trail route map has been prepared that clearly shows the route described above. Refer to the site plan for location orientation. The total trail length of new RTP trail and existing trails to which the RTP trail will connect is 3.95 miles.
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8. Site Plan A route plan for the Portland Trails Phase One has been prepared. The attached plan illustrates the general layout for the trail including the location of a trailhead, interpretive node, site amenities, etc. Approximately .77 acres of property from two landowners will be acquired for this project.
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Point of intersection for existing trail and proposed trail - facing Northeast.
Existing conditions between the river and the ball diamonds - facing Southeast.
Weiler Wilson Park main entrance - facing South.
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Existing conditions near Point of Beginning - facing West.
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Existing conditions along the river corridor - facing West.
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Existing conditions near the sand/gravel storage site - facing East.
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Existing conditions near Trailhead - facing Northwest.
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Existing conditions near Trailhead - facing South.
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Existing conditions near the sand/gravel storage site Existing conditions along the river corridor - facing - facing West. East.
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Location of trail intersection with existing treeline facing Southwest.
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Typical conditions of tree-lined river corridor - facing Typical conditions of tree-lined river corridor - facing Existing conditions at point of entry into the woods East. facing Northeast. West.
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Existing conditions at beginning of interpretive node - facing South.
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11. Additional Forms + Documentation USDOT Assurance of Compliance Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion Portland Conceptual Comprehensive Trail System Plan
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JUDGE HAYNES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PERSIMMON RIDGE REHAB CENTER
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