Baraboo River Corridor Plan by MSA Professional Services

PHASE I: BARABOO RIVER CORRIDOR PLAN April 7, 2016

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS ADVISORY GROUP

Bren Michalek, Director of Conserva on, Planning & Zoning, Sauk County Brian Simmert, Senior Planner, Sauk County Mike Palm, Mayor, City of Baraboo Mike Hardy, Parks and Recrea on Director, City of Baraboo Dave Dahlke, Village President, Village of West Baraboo Holly Fenske, Assistant Administrator, Village of West Baraboo Rick Hehenberger, Village President, Village of North Freedom Brian Schwarz, Board Trustee, Village of North Freedom Kayla Steinhorst, Village Clerk, Village of North Freedom

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This document was prepared by MSA Professional Services, Inc. with assistance from: Village of North Freedom Village of West Baraboo City of Baraboo Sauk County

Cover Photo Credit: Joshua Mayer

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TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction 1.1 Plan Purpose 1.2 Planning Process

About: Baraboo River Corridor 2.1 Local & Regional Context 2.2 Demographics 2.3 Existing and Future Land Use

Inventory and Analysis 3.1 Natural Resources 3.2 Cultural and Historic Resources 3.3 Infrastructure Resources 3.4 Recreational Resources

Needs Assessment 4.1 Existing Plan Summary 4.2 Stakeholder Assessment 4.3 SWOT Analysis

Recommendations 5.1 Corridor Goals 5.2 Objectives 5.3 Overall Corridor Implementation 5.4 Specific Capital Improvements by Municipality 5.5 Tools & Mechanisms to Fund Implementation

Appendix A: Base Map Book Appendix B: Inventory & Analysis Map Appendix C: Concept Map Book Appendix D: Stakeholder Engagement Notes

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Chapter 1 | Introduction

Introduction 1.1 Plan Purpose 1.2 Planning Process

1.1 PLAN PURPOSE The Phase I: Baraboo River Corridor Plan (BRCP) is a partnership between the Village of North Freedom, Village of West Baraboo, City of Baraboo and Sauk County. This Phase I plan will lay the groundwork for future planning efforts and improvements to the Baraboo River Corridor. The Village of North Freedom, Village of West Baraboo, City of Baraboo and Sauk County have all recently engaged in conversa on discussing poten al park and recrea on projects located directly adjacent to the Baraboo River. Discussions have been spurred by more recent changes to the River. Fi een years ago the Baraboo River was officially restored to a free-flowing river a er a series of dam removals. These dam removals increased the River’s poten al for recrea on and haves since spurred individual communi es’ plans and improvements. The Baraboo River is the longest restored River east of the Mississippi River. North Freedom, West Baraboo, Baraboo and Sauk County would like to make the River a focal point in their communi es and make it a true regional amenity. Although individual communi es and organiza ons have made improvements to the River corridor, such as the Baraboo Riverwalk and the boat launch at Haskins Park, the communi es wish to make a joint effort to improve the corridor moving forward.

purposes. In order to get more people to the River, the communi es desire to add new/improve exis ng public access for walking, biking, canoeing/kayaking, fishing, etc. To accomplish this goal, shoreline stabiliza on will need to occur and a buﬀer needs to be created along the River. Incorpora ng all of these goals into once sentence, the purpose statement of the BRCP eﬀort is to “protect, restore and enhance the natural environment within the Baraboo River Corridor and focus on opportuni es that will spur recrea on, tourism and development to establish the region as THE premiere water recrea on des na on in south central Wisconsin.” This plan will provide recommenda ons for the following: • Goals and objec ves for the corridor • Conceptual planning for recrea on improvements • Land acquisi on • Site and access improvements • Signage and wayfinding enhancements • Capital improvements on proposed development • Opera onal considera ons • Public policy priority ac ons and investments The Phase I: BRCP includes recommenda ons and iden fies funding op ons.

The communi es wish to preserve and enhance the character of the River. This includes using it to provide economic revitaliza on by a rac ng more tourists and more people who would like to use the River for recrea onal

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Chapter 1| Introduction

1.2 PLANNING PROCESS The Phase I: BRCP planning process was spread over the course of approximately two months. The process included an inventory and analysis where the consultant team gathered and reviewed exis ng informa on pertaining to the study area, conducted site visits to evaluate exis ng condi ons, assessed exis ng features and iden fied issues and opportuni es. A large por on of the planning eﬀort involved evalua ng stakeholder needs to provide input on environmental, recrea onal, educa onal and other desired improvements. From the inventory and analysis and stakeholder needs assessment, this Phase I: BRCP was created to iden fy goals and objec ves for the corridor, develop a conceptual plan and implementa on plan and iden fy funding opportuni es. The plan was completed by mid-April 2016 in order to meet State grant deadlines. Milestones in the planning process are listed below.

Next steps a er the Phase I plan include applying for grant funding, building partnerships for future planning, and opera on/maintenance of the corridor, then beginning to implement recommended park and recrea on projects from this plan. These steps will lead the communi es towards growing the corridor and making it a community and regional des na on.

PROJECT MILESTONES March 2, 2016 March 7-8, 2016 March 15, 2016 March 30, 2016 Week of April 11, 2016

Kickoﬀ Mee ng Focus Groups Public Informa on Mee ng Municipality mee ng to review preliminary plan and comment Community presenta ons and plan adop ons

Island Woolen Mill Dam & Pla orm (Circa 1910’s) (Removed in 1972) Photo Credit: SCHS Trimpey Collec on, A Brief History of the Dams of the Baraboo River

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Chapter 2 | About: The Baraboo River Corridor

About: The Baraboo River Corridor

2.1 Local & Regional Context 2.2 Demographics 2.3 Exis ng & Future Land Use

The following chapter gives general informa on on the communi es and region, demographic data and discusses land use within the study area. The informa on comes from a variety of resources, including the US Census, the Wisconsin Department of Administra on, and the communi es’ Comprehensive Outdoor Recrea on Plans and Comprehensive Land Use Plans.

2.1 LOCAL & REGIONAL CONTEXT There are five main watersheds (HUC-10) within the Baraboo River Region, four which drain into the River before it drains to the Wisconsin River. These watersheds are all part of the Mississippi Watershed. The Baraboo River runs through the following coun es: Monroe, Juneau, Sauk and Columbia. The focus of Phase I: BRCP is on Sauk County and several of the communi es within the County. Sauk County is located in south central Wisconsin and is the fi h fastest growing county in the State. The total popula on in Sauk County according to the 2010 US Census was 61,976. This popula on is supposed to grow by 25.6% by the year 2040 to a popula on of 77,815, according to the Wisconsin Department of Administra on (WI DOA). Sauk County has many quali es that contribute to such robust growth including the transporta on corridor, high quality schools, the diversified economies, historic downtowns, four State Parks, 23 State Natural Areas and opportuni es for recrea on.

Baraboo is located approximately 50 miles north/northwest of the City of Madison and 10 miles south of the Wisconsin Dells. The City is known for its circus history which can be viewed at Circus World Museum. The site was historically known for being the winter quarters for the Ringling Brothers Circus. Other unique aspects of the City of Baraboo include a historic downtown square and the Baraboo River. These ameni es along with the City’s loca on help the community to a ract and retain a wide variety of businesses, though the community does have some concern about a loss of local businesses. Per the Comprehensive Plan, the community wishes to focus its future eﬀorts on the redevelopment of the riverfront area to provide a connec on from downtown to Circus World Museum, preserving and enhancing the surrounding natural environment, enhancing recrea onal opportuni es, and enhancing its historic downtown square. West Baraboo is approximately the same distance from the Wisconsin Dells and Madison as Baraboo is. The Village is surrounded by the City of Baraboo on the south and east sides and the Town of Baraboo on the north and west sides. The Village has experienced rapid popula on growth over past years and has experienced growth pressure generated by US Hwy 12 which threatens its unique rural character. Despite its threat to the community’s character, US Hwy 12 could provide some benefit to the community. A large number of tourists pass through the Village along US Hwy 12 on their way to the Wisconsin Dells, Circus World Museum, Mirror Lake State Park and Devil’s Lake State Park. Natural resources are part of the regional tourism experience, and since the Baraboo River runs through West Baraboo, the

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Chapter 2 | About: The Baraboo River Corridor Description of Beaver Dam

Village could capitalize on this and a ract addi onal visitors to the area if the Baraboo River Corridor is improved and opportuni es for recrea on are expanded. North Freedom is located eight miles west of the City of Baraboo. According to the Village’s Comprehensive Plan, it is facing issues related to the local economy and age distribu on within the community. More specifically, there is a lack of variety in North Freedom’s downtown businesses and no local en ty to a ract and retain businesses. Exis ng businesses have not been able to draw in many tourists who pass through the community. There is poten al to a ract tourists to downtown North Freedom since the community is located near the City of Baraboo, Devil’s Lake State Park and the City of Wisconsin Dells, all of which are regional tourist des na ons. If improvements were made to the Baraboo River which runs through North Freedom, such as crea ng a “canoe trail”, North Freedom could a ract addi onal visitors as well. Downtown redevelopment and enhancement is a focus for the community over the next twenty years.

Baraboo Riverwalk along the Baraboo River Photo Credit: City of Baraboo

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Overall, the region is known for tourism and recrea onal ameni es in large part due to the Wisconsin Dells and Devil’s Lake State Park. The Wisconsin Dells oﬀers natural ameni es, lodging, retail and other opportuni es for entertainment. The City of Baraboo is located approximately two miles north of Devil’s Lake State Park. The Park includes picnic areas, camping areas, sandy swimming beaches and 29 miles of hiking trails. The Park es mates it has over 1.5 million visitors annually. This number of visitors is similar to the number of visitors that a Na onal Park may see. The Park is located along the Ice Age Trail which is a thousandmile footpath that runs through Wisconsin and highlights glacial remnants throughout the State. The Trail is widely used for hiking, backpacking and snowshoeing and a racts an es mated 1.2 million visitors annually.

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Description of Beaver Dam

2.2 DEMOGRAPHICS Relevant demographic informa on is presented below for North Freedom, West Baraboo, Baraboo and Sauk County.

POPULATION The highest projected 30-year (2010-2040) increase in popula on in the study area is Sauk County (25.6%), followed by West Baraboo (24.8%), Baraboo (19.9%) and North Freedom (7.7%). All communi es, except North Freedom surpassed the 30-year projected growth rate of the State of Wisconsin (14.1%). The study area will con nue to experience growth due to its unique characteris cs - including opportuni es for recrea on and tourism, high quality school districts and quality of life oďŹ&#x20AC;ered by the communi es.

AGE COMPOSITION Approximately 50% of the popula on in each community is less than 35 years old. The percentage of those age 65 and older in each community is rela vely low today; 9.7% in North Freedom, 10.1% in West Baraboo, 15.5% in Baraboo and 15% in Sauk County. The highest median age in the study area is Sauk County (40.0), followed by Baraboo (38.0), North Freedom (35.9) and West Baraboo (33.1).

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Table 2.1 Population History & Projections Source: US Census and WI Department of Administration

North Freedom

West Baraboo

Baraboo Sauk County

2000

649

1,248

10,711

55,225

2010

701

1,414

12,048

61,976

2015

700

1,450

12,250

63,750

2020

725

1,545

12,980

68,750

2925

750

1,640

13,660

72,175

2030

770

1,715

14,230

75,660

2035

765

1,750

14,440

77,265

2040

755

1,765

14, 450

77,815

24.8%

19.9%

25.6%

30 year % change 7.7% (2010-2040)

Table 2.2 Combined Age Composition, 2010 Source: US Census

26.0% 20.6%

By the year 2040, the WI DOA es mates that 24% of the popula on in Sauk County will be age 65 or older (es mates are unavailable at the municipal level). Considera on of the aging popula on should be taken into account when planning passive and ac ve recrea onal opportuni es in the Corridor. In 2040 all other age cohorts are projected to remain comparable to 2010 levels.

HOUSING In 2010 the average household size ranged from 2.26 in Baraboo to 2.59 in North Freedom. As with na onal trends, average household size in these communi es has been declining over the past several decades. This trend can be a ributed to smaller family sizes, increases in life expectancy and increases in single-parent households. The total number of households in 2010 ranged from 271 in North Freedom to 25,192 in Sauk County.

20.1% 14.9%

12.9% 5.6%

<19

20-24 25-34

35-49

50-64

Table 2.3 Housing Statistics Source: US Census

65+

Sauk County

North Freedom

West Baraboo

Baraboo

271 2.59

595 2.38

5,161 2.26

SCHOOL ENROLLMENT North Freedom, West Baraboo and Baraboo are all in the Baraboo School District. Over the last 10 years, school enrollment has remained fairly stable. The 2005-2006 enrollment was 2,971 students which increased by 3.8% to 3,083 in 2014-2015. This growth has been minimal and is another indica on that although communi es are growing, their popula ons are aging overall.

Households: Persons Per:

25,192 2.43

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2.3 EXISTING & FUTURE LAND USE Land use not only impacts the appearance of the corridor but it also impacts recrea on, the environment and other elements. Instances where land use was discussed in Comprehensive Plans and during the stakeholder assessment phase are summarized below:

BARABOO The City of Baraboo’s Comprehensive Plan specifically discusses land uses along the River and recommends reloca ng larger more industrial uses away from the River and into the exis ng Baraboo industrial parks or to the farmer’s co-op site. The Plan suggests developing more mixed-use opportuni es along the River that include retail, oﬃce, entertainment, live/ work, apartment and condominium opportuni es.

GENERAL LAND USE Land use was a topic that came up in both focus group interviews and at the public mee ng. Stakeholder interviews revealed concerns with the adjacency of farmland to the

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River, especially when farm animals are allowed to roam into the River. This has a nega ve impact on water quality and creates poten al risks for paddlers. During the public informa on mee ng, residents also said they were concerned about development being though ully planned along the River and emphasized that when businesses are located directly on the River, they should not disturb the River’s flow. There is a variety of business types already located in the study area near the River. Looking at previous plans and taking into account stakeholder feedback, there should be a greater variety of businesses that are accessible from the river corridor and are a rac ve to tourists. This could be accomplished through designa ng more mixed uses along the River in future Comprehensive Plans.

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Description of Beaver Dam

Chapter 3 | Inventory & Analysis

Inventory & Analysis

3.1 Natural Resources 3.2 Cultural and Historic Resources 3.3 Infrastructure Resources 3.4 Recrea onal Resources

The planning area for the Phase I: Baraboo River Corridor Plan is located in Sauk County and stretches approximately 15 miles from North Freedom Park to the boat launch located just east of STH 113 (Glenville Launch), which includes the areas of North Freedom, West Baraboo and Baraboo (see map in Appendix A). The Goal for Phase II of the Baraboo River Corridor will be to extend to the northwest to include Rock Springs, Reedsburg and La Valle and eastward towards the confluence into the Wisconsin River.

3.1 NATURAL RESOURCES WATERSHED Within the Baraboo River Region there are five main watersheds (HUC-10), four of which drain into the Baraboo River before it enters the Wisconsin River. These include the Headwaters of the Baraboo River, Li le Baraboo River, Narrows Creek and Devil’s Lake watersheds. According to Sauk County, land use within the Baraboo River Watershed (note: the watershed is a much greater area than the study area-see image on the following page) is comprised of: • • • •

Cropland (42%) Pasture (16%) Forest (31%) Urban, Feedlots, Water, Other (11%)

The en re River is approximately 120 miles long and the watershed covers a total area of 655 square miles.

BARABOO RIVER CORRIDOR CHARACTER The character of the river corridor between North Freedom and the Glenville Launch transi ons through a variety of zones. This rural-to-urban transect of the corridor fluctuates as you enter/exit the diﬀerent municipali es along the Baraboo River. (See Site Inventory and Analysis MapAppendix B) West of North Freedom Park the river corridor is largely suburban and characterized by large lot single family residences, as you move east the river corridor takes on a natural and rural-like se ng. The adjacent land use in this sec on is agricultural and grazing animals have been known to wade into the river near their farms. Steep slopes, rock forma ons, log jams, over vegeta on and slow flowing water have also been noted as issues in this segment. As you approach Giese Park Launch adjacent land uses become more rural/suburban with sporadic residen al clusters and an occasional industrial or commercial use. US Hwy 12 is the beginning of the Urban sec on, as you enter the Village of West Baraboo. These urban segments vary in land use, density and shoreline character as you move eastward. Several Ac vity Hubs have been iden fied where concentra ons of recrea onal ac vi es are already provided to visitors and residents. The river eleva on from Gander Mountain to Spirit Point is 50 feet, allowing for a few segments of Class II rapids. A series of parks are located on the river’s edge in this urban por on of the corridor and include Haskins Park, Oschner Park and Zoo, Lower Oschner Park, A ridge Park, Mary Rountree Evans Park, Statz Park, Kiwanis Park, Circus World and MaxwellPo er Conservancy. These parks provide a wide range of recrea onal opportuni es ranging from river access, trails to

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Baraboo River Watershed Photo Credit: UW-Extension ac ve sports. The river winds crea ng a peninsula star ng at Haskin’s Park and ending at A ridge Park. This natural feature creates a unique opportunity for looped Riverwalk/trail connec vity and a portage opportunity for those who wish to frequent the rapids in this sec on. There is also poten al for the area to be developed as a fishing loca on because it is known for small mouth bass. The River winds through Baraboo and past a series of historically and architecturally significant buildings, some that are deteriora ng and others that are in need of demoli on. These sites provide opportuni es for redevelopment within the corridor. Past the eastern edge of Circus World, the surroundings start to feel more suburban in character. The river winds around Spirit Point, a loca on where historic reenactments are staged and heads south towards MaxwellPo er Conservancy and the abandoned Waterworks Site. This second peninsula creates yet another opportunity for a short course where paddlers can portage and repeat. The River travels south past Maxwell-Po er Conservancy and meanders to the east before it reaches the Glenville access point. This segment is largely natural and rural in nature with private uses adjacent to the River. Each sec on of the River is dis nct and provides a diﬀerent experience that has the poten al to a ract a wide range of users.

SURFACE WATER CONDITIONS A series of dam removals have taken place along the Baraboo River which have allowed the River to return to a free-flowing natural state. This drama c change has served as a catalyst

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to reclaim the River and make it an integral des na on in the communi es that it runs through. Dam removal began in the mid 1990’s and the last dam was removed in 2001. According to the WDNR, the Baraboo River drops over 150 feet from its headwaters to the confluence with the Wisconsin River. Approximately a third of this drop occurs in a five mile stretch within the City of Baraboo, commonly referred to as the “Baraboo Rapids”. Stakeholders men oned that this dras c drop can be difficult for paddlers to navigate. Today the average annual flow of the River is 383 cubic feet per second. Real- me daily flow can be seen at: h p://waterdata.usgs. gov/wi/nwis/current/?type=flow by selec ng site number 05405000. At the ver cal rise of the Baraboo Bluffs the river turns sharply east and drops fi y feet over the next five miles, a third of the study area’s total eleva on change and distance. Several riffle areas and a couple of Class II rapids occur in this segment.

WATER QUALITY The water quality of the Baraboo River is widely known to be poor due to nonpoint source pollu on. Sediment levels are also high in the River. The Baraboo River is listed as a high priority on the WDNR’s 2014 final and 2016 dra list of impaired waters due to its Total Phosphorus levels (there is no 2015 list on WDNR’s website). Efforts to improve water quality include the collabora ve effort of more than 500 landowners, including many farmers, who have installed conserva on prac ces that reduce runoff and help improve water quality.

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HABITAT AND WILDLIFE According to the WDNR, the trout streams of the region are located primarily higher in the watersheds and are generally low order, wadeable streams. Smallmouth bass in the region are found lower in the watershed (i.e. Wisconsin River, Baraboo River, Cazenovia Branch and Narrows Creek). Stakeholders also noted that bass fishing is good by the lagoon in North Freedom. Fisherman have been known to find a range of fish, including Ca ish, Walleye, Muskie, Northern, Crappie and Bass in the segment of river stretching from North Freedom to the Kohlmeyer Road bridge. According to the WDNR the Baraboo Hills have been selected as an area of significance by the Land Legacy Study for the variety of plant communi es found in the area. The river corridor is home to a variety of rare plant and animal species including birds, bu erflies, dragonflies, fish, mayflies, mussels, snakes, mammals and a turtle, lizard and snail. The City of Baraboo has recently joined the ranks of upwards of 100 ci es designated as a “Bird City” by Bird City Wisconsin. According to Bird City Wisconsin, a “Bird City” is a community whose government educates ci zens about birds and implements sound conserva on prac ces to preserve and enhance bird habitats within their borders. Informa on on Natural Resources specific to the corridor are very broad at this point. The next steps of this planning eﬀort should include a more in-depth analysis of environmental resources.

3.2 CULTURAL & HISTORIC RESOURCES

The Village of North Freedom is located adjacent to the MidCon nent Railway Museum which is also adjacent to the Baraboo River. One of the more unique features found in the Phase I sec on in West Baraboo is upstream of the Shaw Street Bridge. In the mid 1880’s, a Chicago-Northwestern Railroad freight train derailed on a bridge while crossing the river and dumped several rail cars into the river. The railroad relocated its tracks to avoid the site but today you can see a former bridge pier where it originally was located. The City of Baraboo’s historic resources include approximately 14 buildings which are listed on the Na onal Register of Historic Places. Circus World Museum is also considered an important part of the community’s history and is located directly on the River. These unique features should be iden fied, protected, renovated when feasible and showcased.

FESTIVALS AND COMMUNITY EVENTS The corridor’s cultural and historic resources symbolize important events throughout the development of the region. Since they hold such high importance to the communi es, they should be highlighted as part of the Baraboo River Corridor improvements. A variety of events have been centered on the river and even extend beyond the Phase I limits of the project. Reedsburg has hosted a Lazy River Canoe Race, Baraboo has hosted a variety of events including a Zoo Crew Fest, O er 8k Run, Duck Race, Milk Jug Rega a, Arbor Day Celebra ons at Maxwell-Po er Conservancy and River Rendezvous, a reenactment camp that occurs over labor day weekend.

ARCHAEOLOGICAL AND HISTORIC SITES Within the Baraboo River Corridor there are many archaeological sites and historic structures. Archaeological sites include eﬃgy mounds which are shaped to resemble animals and humans. Historic sites include buildings, bridges and other structures.

3.3 INFRASTRUCTURE RESOURCES

The first people to use the Baraboo River extensively were the Na ve American popula on. The region had many resources which made it desirable (wildlife, water, fer le soils) which is why it was inhabited originally by the Ho-Chunk and mound builders. Once se lers arrived and started claiming land along the Baraboo River, dams were also constructed. At one me there were as many as eleven dams along the River. The River was key to community development and drove economic development in the region. The first industry to harness the power of the Baraboo River was mber for home building. With me, industry in the region became more specialized and eventually the River was used in flour milling and tex les. Throughout the history of the region, water power has played an integral part in development of the communi es. Each community has its own sites that are of historic interest. Shaw Street Bridge in West Baraboo Photo Credit: milespaddled.com

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STREETS The Baraboo River Corridor Plan study area runs from North Freedom Park to the boat launch located just east of STH 113 (Glenville Launch). The Baraboo River intersects CTH I, US Hwy 12 and STH 113. Within the Village of West Baraboo, US Hwy 12 is classified by the Federal Highway Administra on (FHA) as a principal arterial (a road that provides the greatest mobility) and connects to the I-90/94 corridor. The corridor is well-connected to other communi es via the I-90/94 corridor which makes it a rela vely easy loca on to travel to. I-90/94 connects west to La Crosse, northwest to the Minneapolis/St. Paul area, and southeast to Madison, Milwaukee, Rockford and Chicago. In coming years, the US Hwy 12 Bypass will be constructed to the west of the exis ng highway in West Baraboo. A map containing the bypass is shown in Appendix A.

RAILROADS The region also has access to rail. The Wisconsin Southern Railroads bisects the Villages of North Freedom and West Baraboo and the City of Baraboo.

TRAILS & RIVERWALK There are also two trails located along the Baraboo River, both of which are found in the City of Baraboo. The Ice Age Trail is a thousand-mile footpath through Wisconsin and

is managed by a partnership between the Na onal Park Service, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and the Ice Age Trail Alliance. The trail can be used for hiking, backpacking and snowshoeing. Some por ons can be used for cross-country skiing. The Ice Age Trail connects with the Baraboo Riverwalk at Maxwell-Po er Conservancy and follows the Riverwalk un l the Ice Age Trail heads north, west of Ochsner Park and Zoo. The Baraboo Riverwalk is a joint effort between the City of Baraboo and the Baraboo Kiwanis Club. The Riverwalk is currently 1.8 miles long and offers several benches along the trail for users to enjoy views of the Baraboo River. According to Running Free: The Baraboo River Restora on Story, there are s ll challenges to using the Baraboo River for recrea onal purposes. A major challenge being low water levels in the summer which can make it difficult to canoe or kayak. The boat launches, trail signage, lack of shu le service and log jams are other paddling obstacles. The report also men ons that although one can fish in the Baraboo River, many choose to go to the nearby Devil’s Lake which is a much more scenic and well-known loca on. The muddy and turbid water are both barriers to water recrea on on the Baraboo River.

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Baraboo Riverwalk Map Photo Credit: City of Baraboo

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VEHICULAR ACCESS AND PARKING, TRAIL HEADS & RIVER ACCESS There are currently four official put in/take out loca ons within the Phase I project limits. These access points to the River vary in size, scale, amenity and condi on. North Freedom Boat Launch The North Freedom boat launch is located in North Freedom Park. The boat launch is a par ally paved ramp into the River. Stakeholders stated that the launch is in great need of repair as it is difficult to launch a boat from it currently. In addi on, there is a snow pile pushed in front of the launch area, which is the only access point to the water due to a fence that creates barrier issues to get close to the water. Giese Park/Kirkwood Access The Giese Park/Kirkwood Access Launch is located in Sauk County a couple miles west of the Village of West Baraboo. The landing does not have a pier but does offer a rus c outhouse. Stakeholders stated that the lack of a formal launch and steep side banks make it difficult to launch boats at this loca on. In addi on, the small amount of parking is an issue. Haskins Park Boat Launch The Haskins Park Boat Launch is located in Haskins Park in West Baraboo. The boat launch was updated in 2015 and includes a non-motorized boat launch, floa ng pier and ADA accessible kayak launch. Glenville Landing Glenville Landing is located off STH 113 just outside of the southeast corner of the City of Baraboo. The boat launch is a paved ramp into the River. Stakeholders stated this launch is heavily silted in, which makes it difficult to launch or exit at and deters people from using it. Overall the launch site needs to be cleaned up.

SIGNAGE An extensive inventory of signage in the corridor was not conducted as part of Phase I, but based on stakeholder input it appears that in general there is a lack of signage direc ng visitors and residents to access points, riverside ameni es and/or trails. Phase II should evaluate the exis ng loca ons and quality of the exis ng wayfinding and iden fica on signage. As part of the global corridor marke ng eﬀort, a comprehensive signage package should be considered.

3.4 RECREATIONAL RESOURCES PUBLIC PARKS County Giese Park is located two miles west of US Hwy 12 on Hatchery Road. The site includes some parking and a rus c outhouse. North Freedom North Freedom Park is located on the north side of the River

off of South Linn Street. Park ameni es include a playground, picnic tables, park shelter, restrooms, baseball diamond and boat launch. West Baraboo Haskins Park is located on the south side of the Village along the Baraboo River off of Shaw and Willow Streets. The Park provides playground equipment, a shelter with restrooms, gazebo, green space, and non-motorized boat launch. Stakeholders suggested that the recently added rip-rap along the River could provide new spawning areas for sturgeon and that the Riverwalk should be expanded through Haskins Park. Baraboo Oschner Park and Zoo and Lower Oschner Parks are located on the east side of the river south of Linn Street/8th Avenue. Oschner Park & Zoo is a 26 acre park with two acres of zoo, free to the public. Parking is available off Ridge Street. The park has restroom facili es, three shelters, picnic grills, a large playground and connec on to the Baraboo Riverwalk. Lower Ochsner Park is located on the east side of the River, across from A ridge Park. The park has a soccer field and on site parking. A ridge Park is located on Second Street in Baraboo. The park includes picnic ameni es, basketball and sand volleyball courts and opportuni es for fishing off-shore. A footbridge connects the riverwalk and Lower Oschner Park. Kiwanis Park is located on Water Street and includes a gazebo, access to the Riverwalk, overlook area, grill and picnic tables. Mary Roundtree Evans Park is located on the north side of the river south of the 2nd Street between Ridge Street and Park Street. The park includes parking, restrooms, a baseball field, shelter and offers shoreline fishing opportuni es. The Ice Age Na onal Scenic Trail passes through the southern por on of the park. Statz Park is located on the north side of the river west of Broadway Street and has a small parking lot to the south of First Avenue. The park is home to a baseball/so ball diamond, picnic shelter and restroom facili es. Visitors can fish off shore and stroll the Ice Age Na onal Scenic Trail. Spirit Point is a peninsula west of the Circus World Museum which is owned by the State Historical Society. The site is an undeveloped natural area and open space with a gravel access drive and parking area. Maxwell-Po er Conservancy is located just east of Circus World and extends from Water Street down south of Hill Street along the west side of the River. The Conservancy features a fenced-in retreat for pups; a 6-acre arboretum that contains bu erfly gardens, interpre ve plan ngs, mature forest, streams and trails; parking; and playground equipment. The Waterworks site is an abandoned pump house on the property which is currently being renovated. By the end of summer 2016 the pump house building will be a large picnic shelter with restrooms and historic signage. The

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new shelter also includes scenic overlooks of the River and a future canoe/kayak launch site.

PRIVATELY-OWNED PARK Circus World Circus World is a private park owned by the Wisconsin Historical Society and operated by the Circus World Founda on. Circus World is located oﬀ of STH 113/Water Street and is on the Baraboo River. The site features several buildings that hold numerous exhibits on circus history and a large parking lot. Stakeholders men oned the snow removed from downtown Baraboo is placed in this parking lot for storage. When it melts, stakeholders are concerned about pollu on of the River by this runoﬀ which contains salt, sediment and other pollutants.

PARKS OUTSIDE THE CORRIDOR There are addi onal parks outside of the designated study area that could further connect a web of recrea onal opportuni es. North Freedom • Veteran’s Memorial Park West Baraboo • Max J. Hill Park Baraboo • Campbell Park • City View Park • Deppe Park • Langer Park • Mary Hoppe Felts Park • Nanny Park • Pierce Park • Ritzenthaler Park • Steinhorst Park • Weber Park Sauk County • The County Forest • Hemlock Park • Lake Redstone Park • Man Mound Park • White Mound Park • Yellow Thunder Park State • Devil’s Lake State Park • Mirror Lake State Park • Natural Bridge State Park • Rocky Arbor State Park

PADDLING, PORTAGE AND BOATING Today the Baraboo River is widely used for paddling and oﬀers opportuni es for beginners all the way through more experienced paddlers. The University of WisconsinMadison’s outdoor educa on and recrea on club, Hoofers, currently brings students to the Baraboo River for canoe/

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kayak instruc on. In addi on to accommoda ng a variety of skill levels, the River oﬀers diﬀerent se ngs for paddlers, ranging from urban to rural. According to paddlers, the free-flowing river is unique and is widely used, however it does need addi onal launches and improvements to exis ng launches to make the River easier for everyone to use. It should be noted that portage is currently required in North Freedom between the community and the railroad trestle. A detailed paddling map including approximate trip dura on, river features and access and paddling informa on can be found at: h p://sauk.uwex. edu/files/2013/11/BarabooMap.pdf.

FISHING Fishing is another ac vity many engage in along the River. Before the dam removals, the dams restricted fish migra on and habitat. With the River now flowing freely, the Baraboo fishery is recovering and fish have more opportuni es to be found in all sec ons of the River. There have even been some reports of sturgeon spawning, which is believed to be a sign that the River is headed in the direc on of a full recovery.

BIRDING Baraboo has been a designated “Tree City” for 23 years and has recently been designated a “Bird City” as well. Thanks to this recent designa on, the City of Baraboo and surrounding area has the opportunity to capitalize on the growing recrea onal hobby. According to Wisconsin Travel, Devil’s Lake State Park is one of the best places for birding with thick forests and ravines. The Baraboo Hills are nes ng areas for 105 species with 220 species recorded including warblers, barred owls, ruﬀed grouse and four species of woodpecker. The Ochsner Park Zoo also has a small aviary which oﬀers three bird species and three addi onal species located in adjacent exhibits. There is also an opportunity to plan for a future zoo expansion which could e in the River with bird educa on/new species at the zoo.

CAMPING There are currently no iden fied campgrounds within the Phase I corridor. The closest camping opportuni es are Devil’s Lake State Park and the privately-owned Baraboo Hills, KD Ranch, Wheeler’s, Nordic Pines and Northern Lights Campgrounds. The natural and recrea onal resources in the region make the corridor an a rac ve des na on for camping. The Phase II plan should evaluate opportuni es for public or private campgrounds.

Chapter 4 | Stakeholder Needs Assessment

Stakeholder Needs Assessment

4.1 Exis ng Plan Summary 4.2 Stakeholder Assessment 4.3 SWOT Analysis

This chapter summarizes exis ng plans related to the study and eﬀorts to engage with the community and iden fy strengths, opportuni es, weaknesses and threats.

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4.1 EXISTING PLAN SUMMARY There are plans which have already been produced by local governments, ci zen groups and non-profits that discuss the Baraboo River Corridor. These plans are listed below and elements that relate to the current Phase I: BRCP eﬀort are summarized along with related recommenda ons.

VILLAGE OF NORTH FREEDOM COMPREHENSIVE PLAN (2005)

One of the key goals of the plan is to improve access to the River from Haskins Park for boa ng and fishing. Specific recommenda ons from the plan include: •

Iden fy areas for increased access to the River. Maintain appropriate access to the River. Promote use of best management prac ces (BMPs) along the River.

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VILLAGE OF WEST BARABOO COMPREHENSIVE PLAN (2004)

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The following are listed as medium to high priori es for the community related to the River:

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Par cipate in the comple on of a mul -use trail system along the River. Install an informa onal sign indica ng the access point for the River trail on Linn Street. Implement and enforce land use control measures

to protect the Baraboo River from future growth and development. Diminish the entry of non-point source pollu on into the River by encouraging nearby developments to implement water runoﬀ control measures (e.g. na ve vegeta on, deten on basins, etc.).

VILLAGE OF WEST BARABOO COMPREHENSIVE OUTDOOR RECREATION PLAN (CORP) (2014)

There are several ac on items in the Plan that are related to the Baraboo River. These include: • • •

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Improve access to the River for canoes/kayaks by construc ng a non-motorized boat launch in Haskins Park with an ADA compliant boarding dock and/or wharf and parking space to accommodate vehicles with trailers carrying mul ple watercra . Develop a shoreline restora on design along the River to prevent erosion and improve water quality for stormwater entering the River. The shoreline restora on structure should also provide addi onal riverfront access for shoreline fishing. Develop an ADA compliant fishing pier on an exis ng railroad bridge abutment and pier in the River to provide improved access for fishing. Construct addi onal ADA compliant sidewalks in Haskins Park to provide pedestrian and bicycle access to the new non-motorized boat launch, fishing pier and shoreline of the River. Consider loca ng a park under the US Hwy 12 Baraboo River Bridge with possible Wisconsin Department of Transporta on (WisDOT) land dedica on.

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CITY OF BARABOO COMPREHENSIVE PLAN (2005)

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Con nue to expand the City’s riverwalk system, specifically focusing on the crea on of a walkway along the Water Street Corridor. Create ac ve space along the riverwalk that encourages pedestrian and bicycle use. Create more pedestrian entrances onto the riverwalk and enhance pedestrian access through various clearly marked paths. Incorporate the riverwalk with regional trails (such as the Ice Age Trail) and the historic downtown square and to Circus World Museum. Relocate larger, more industrial uses away from the River and into the exis ng Baraboo industrial parks or to the farmer’s co-op site to encourage development of more ac ve space along the River. Develop more mixed-use opportuni es along the River that include retail, oﬃce, entertainment, live/work, apartment and condominium opportuni es. A ract hotel and conven on center uses to locate on a riverfront development site. Establish or maintain easements all along the riverwalk to ensure a con nuous riverwalk rather than one that is

Baraboo Riverwalk Photo Credit: Panoramio.com

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broken up by private property. Maintain river viewsheds by preven ng the riverfront from becoming solidly developed. Use courtyards and arcades for more porous development that preserves river views (such as the views down streets that run from north to south). Create a statutory redevelopment plan to outline and direct redevelopment eﬀorts spearheaded by the City and the CDA.

CITY OF BARABOO CORP (2011) Baraboo’s CORP recommends the following: • Con nue the development of the Riverwalk in coordina on with Sauk County, the State of Wisconsin and the Ice Age Trial Alliance’s plans. • Install a new canoe/kayak launch in at least two parks. • Install a pedestrian bridge over the river at MaxwellPo er Conservancy to create a loop on the south end of the Riverwalk. • Promote the River as a local water trail to a ract users. • Construct the Oak Street Overlook which overlooks the Baraboo River and rapids at Kiwanis Park.

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CITY OF BARABOO’S RIVERFRONT REDEVELOPMENT AREA PLAN (2006) Recommenda ons for the area surrounding the River include: • • • • • • • • •

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Encourage a mix of entertainment and retail along the riverfront. Redevelop site on Ash Street to commercial use. Renovate buildings on Ash Street to be historic. Redevelop Onyx Site into riverside restaurant and bou que hotel. Incorporate riverfront into Circus World Museum grounds. Construct high-density housing along the riverfront. Include sites surrounding Alliant Energy in redevelopment project. Renovate the exis ng train depot. Renovate the buildings on Walnut Street to their historic appearance. Redevelop Co-op Country Partners site. Redevelop land between City Services building and Lynn Street to be residen al. Area between Circus World Museum and the proposed range view housing should remain single-family. Preserve Old Mill Park as public Natural Area.

Oak Street Dam Under High Bridge (Removed in 2000) Photo Credit: SCHS Trimpey Collec on, A Brief History of the Dams of the Baraboo River

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CITY OF BARABOO’S RIVERFRONT REDEVELOPMENT AREA PLAN (2006)

PHASE I: BARABOO HISTORIC PHOTOS (2001)

Recommenda ons for the area surrounding the River include:

This document includes photos the Ci zens for Waterfront Revitaliza on (CWR) collected during their work on the History of the Dams of the Baraboo River.

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BARABOO RAPIDS STRATEGIC PLAN (2001)

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Install streetscape improvements downtown. Construct a new commercial building on the west edge of the Civic Center. Do a high-density residen al project. Reserve the corners where Water Street intersects with Broadway and Ash Street for commercial uses on the ground levels. Public overlook at the end of Oak Street and a pedestrian pathway to allow people to walk between downtown and the riverfront. Maintain the exis ng historic building that Aldo Leopold Founda on uses. Develop a mixed-use project at the corner of Broadway and Water Street to serve as a riverfront gateway project. Create a public park at the terminus of Oak Street with public access to the Baraboo River. Create riverwalk and riverwalk loop to connect to entertainment and retail uses. Encourage a mix of entertainment and retail along the riverfront. Redevelop site on Ash Street to commercial. Renovate buildings on Ash Street to be historic. Redevelop Onyx Site into riverside restaurant and bou que hotel. Incorporate riverfront into Circus World Museum grounds. Construct high-density housing along the riverfront. Include sites surrounding Alliant Energy in redevelopment project. Renovate the exis ng train depot. Renovate the buildings on Walnut Street to their historic appearance. Redevelop Co-op Country Partners site. Redevelop land between City Services building and Lynn Street to be residen al. Area between Circus World Museum and the proposed range view housing should remain single-family. Preserve Old Mill Park as a public natural area.

CITY OF BARABOO DOWNTOWN AND RIVERFRONT PLAN (2011) The purpose of this study was to create and provide recommenda ons for promo ng commerce by applying best prac ce principles throughout the Baraboo Downtown and Riverfront. The first recommenda on from the plan is to beau fy the area. The plan also recommends having a variety of reasonably priced restaurants and cafes, making store windows larger so people can see inside and focusing eﬀorts on a rac ng retail supply, sports and recrea on and clothing appropriate for the community and tourists since one of the area’s strengths is its eco-tourism.

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This strategic plan, created by CWR, is a guide for the loca on of physical improvements, and it contains recommenda ons for public policy changes and grass roots advocacy. Recommenda ons from the Plan focus on dividing the corridor into a series of different zones that are differen ated primarily by land use. The plan states that any new development should promote access to and from the river and recognize river users as poten al patrons. The plan also aims to protect the natural character and unique wildlife habitat in the river corridor. At the me, the recent dam removals were a catalyst for these efforts.

PHASE II: A BRIEF HISTORY OF THE DAMS OF THE BARABOO RIVER (2004) This study completed by CWR profiles the history of each of the dams along the Baraboo River. The image on the previous page is from this study.

RUNNING FREE: THE BARABOO RIVER RESTORATION STORY (2009) This study discusses the history of the River, beginning with the Na ve Americans and fur traders and discusses each of the eight dams along the river. During the span of four years, four dams were removed along the River to return it to its natural state. The study discusses the River’s poten al as an improved loca on for fishing, the increased opportuni es for recrea onal use and the poten al for riverfront development a er dam removal.

DRIFTLESS AREA TROUT & SMALLMOUTH BASS STREAM MASTER PLAN PROJECT (2013) Chapter 7 discusses the topics of land use, watersheds, and habitat in the region as they relate to diﬀerent types of fish and their probability of occurrence in diﬀerent areas throughout the Baraboo River Region.

GEOLOGY OF THE ICE AGE TRAIL NATIONAL SCENIC TRAIL (2011) The sec on in the book on the geology of the Baraboo Segment of the Ice Age Trail runs from Eﬃnger Rd. to the UWBaraboo campus and is approximately 5.2 miles long.

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4.2 STAKEHOLDER ASSESSMENT Baraboo River Corridor stakeholders include North Freedom, West Baraboo, Baraboo and Sauk County government oﬃcials, property and business owners and residents. To gain insight from a variety of viewpoints, MSA conducted two focus group discussions and a public forum to gather cri cal knowledge and discuss improvements to the Baraboo River Corridor. MSA also conducted several one-on-one interviews with stakeholders who were unable to a end scheduled focus group mee ngs. We coordinated with the Baraboo Police Department, to determine issues and opportuni es of recommenda ons in Chapter 5 of this plan. The police are in full support of the plan.

FOCUS GROUP INTERVIEWS Community members represen ng a variety of local interests were asked to par cipate in one of two focus groups. A breakdown of groups represented is listed to the right. Focus group mee ngs were held with various stakeholders and local government staﬀ members. There were several groups that were unable to a end the mee ng, but s ll oﬀered feedback, which is included in this sec on. Focus group sessions and individual interviews were held on March 7th and 8th, 2016 and consisted of par cipants represen ng interests of the following groups:

Educa onal & Recrea onal Organiza ons • Baraboo Kiwanis • Center for Wisconsin Archeology • Sauk County Historical Society • Baraboo Public Library • University of Wisconsin - Extension Environmental Organiza ons & Agencies • WDNR • WDNR Fisheries • Baraboo River Canoe Club • Sierra Club RTS Paddlers • Mad City Paddlers • Ice Age Trail Alliance – Baraboo Hills Chapter • Baraboo Range Preserva on Associa on Businesses • Baraboo News Republic • Baraboo Chamber • Sauk County Development Corpora on • Wildside Adventure Sports

Boat Launch at Haskins Park Photo Credit: MSA Professional Services

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Local Governments • City of Baraboo • Village of North Freedom • Village of West Baraboo • Sauk County Focus group par cipants were asked a variety of ques ons related to how they perceived the Baraboo River Corridor today and how they envision it in the future. When asked what the first thing is that comes to mind when they thought of the Baraboo River, responses fell under one of the following topics: recrea on, rapids, river restora on, riverwalk, water quality, natural beauty, accessibility, and opportunity. Many of the par cipants personally engaged in recrea on along the river. Those who primarily used it for walking loved the Riverwalk and would like to see it extended into other communi es. Many also canoed and kayaked, though would like to see improvements to put in/take out spots as exis ng access points are diﬃcult to use due to water fluctua ons, slope, mud/erosion/debris, etc. When asked what historical, cultural or educa onal facts about the river corridor give it a unique sense of place, common responses were related to the history of the corridor and the recent eﬀorts to restore the Baraboo River by removing the dams. When asked what the biggest asset of the Baraboo River

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Corridor is, responses included the views, nature, and public access. When asked what the biggest issue facing the Baraboo River Corridor is, responses included water quality, lack of cohesive plan, public access, lack of river cleanup and no iden fied river course. Par cipants were also asked to name communi es that have river corridors that they enjoyed and had unique ameni es they would like to see on the Baraboo River. Sample responses included: San Antonio, TX Riverwalk; Elkader, IA; Rockford, IL; Fort Atkinson, WI; and Milwaukee, WI among others. Par cipants also came up with a list of one improvement they thought would make the Baraboo River Corridor be er. Responses included: improve erosion control along River, u lize Best Management Prac ces, make all access ADA compliant, keep the River log jam free, add shops along River, add community programming/events, add a rental shop, do be er marke ng, extend the Riverwalk, keep the natural feel of the corridor, etc. (See Appendix D for a complete summary.)

PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING MSA facilitated a public forum on March 15, 2016 to review exis ng resources and ini al findings and discuss how to improve the Baraboo River Corridor. Approximately 30 par cipants were asked to share their thoughts, concerns, ideas, the current state of the corridor, strengths and weaknesses and a vision for the future.

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Several prompt ques ons were asked to get the community thinking about what they envision for the Baraboo River Corridor. When asked what one word they would use to describe the Baraboo River Corridor today, the a endees overwhelming response was not only posi ve but reflec ve of the communi es’ value for the Corridor. Posi ve comments included fun, resource, scenic, asset and calming. Comments sugges ng opportuni es or improvements included poten al, degraded, under-used, muddy and polluted. See word cloud on the previous page for all responses. (A word cloud is a method for visually presen ng data text. In this instance, the size of each word is random and does not indicate its importance or frequency.) When a endees were asked what the biggest strength of the Baraboo River Corridor is, top responses included whitewater, fishing, economic opportunity for tourism, eco-tourism and variety of recrea onal opportuni es. When a endees were asked what the biggest weakness of the Baraboo River Corridor is, top responses included water quality, agricultural runoﬀ, lack of a paddle sports store, depth: shallow, lack of accessible businesses and put in and take out points. A endees were asked what changes would most improve the Baraboo River Corridor. Stakeholders were asked to respond to this ques on for each of the following categories: • • • •

Environmental Recrea onal Educa onal Other

Ideas and comments for the Environment fell under four overarching themes including: Wildlife and Habitat, Maintenance, Best Management Prac ces and Water Quality, with respondents saying things like fish habitat, river cleanup, invasive species removal, wetland restora on, road salt and sand storage and streambank improvements. Ideas and comments for Recrea on fell under one of four themes; Paddling, Accessibility, Trails or Ameni es with respondents sta ng they would like to see more public canoe/kayak launches with parking areas, restrooms, a bike trail, extended Riverwalk, a camping area and a whitewater park. Ideas and comments for Educa on fell under one of three themes: Partnerships, Educa onal Programming and Signage. A endees felt strongly about the poten al of the corridor to be used as an educa on tool sta ng they would like to see historical markers along the corridor, integra on of the Baraboo River into local school curriculum, partnership with the zoo or University of Wisconsin-Baraboo/Sauk County and kayak/canoe clinics.

When asked to provide ideas unrelated to a specific topic resident responses fell under four diﬀerent categories: Marke ng, Local Businesses, Accessibility, and Maintenance. The most popular responses under this category included signage, planned events, tourism-related businesses, and businesses a person can paddle up to. Addi onal responses included bank erosion, increasing parking availability, ADA accessibility, bike rental, etc. (For a complete list of responses to all of the above ques ons please see Appendix D.)

4.3 SWOT ANALYSIS Based on the inventory and analysis of the Baraboo River Corridor (Chapter 3), exis ng plans and stakeholder input, the following strengths, weaknesses, opportuni es and threats have been iden fied. This SWOT analysis was used to generate goals and recommenda ons in the next chapter.

STRENGTHS Natural Resources and Recrea onal Opportuni es • Free-flowing river/dam removals have increased opportuni es for recrea on on the River (e.g. kayaking, canoeing, fishing). • Riverwalk in Baraboo connects people to the River and oﬀers opportuni es for walking, biking and enjoyment of nature. • Public access allows residents and visitors to recreate on and near the River. • Transect of River allows users to have a variety of experiences (River runs through developed areas and very rural areas). • Scenic views along River make it a desirable place to visit. • Paddling opportuni es for all skill levels along River oﬀer something for everyone. • ~50 foot drop in eleva on at Baraboo Rapids sec on of River make it a desirable paddling loca on. Established, mul -jurisdic onal partnership • Partnerships between and within communi es make planning and funding improvements more feasible.

WEAKNESSES Waterway • Water quality is poor due to phosphorus and suspended solids. • Log jams in River create diﬃcul es when paddling. Recrea onal Limita ons • Exis ng canoe/kayak launches are diﬃcult to use due

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to mud and steep slopes. • River access points are not widely known/ wellpublicized. • There is a lack of public restrooms along corridor. • Not all canoe/kayak launches are ADA accessible. • Fluctua on of water level causes mud issues which make accessing the River diﬃcult.

OPPORTUNITIES Access, Ac ve Use and Healthy Living • If River condi ons con nue improving, the River could become a fishing des na on. • Riverwalk trail could be extended to other communi es. • Wisconsin Department of Transporta on wayside along STH 33 could become a canoe/kayak launch. • Improve canoe/kayak launch at Giese Park. • New canoe/kayak launch to the east of Circus World. • New canoe/kayak launch along Water Street. Development/Redevelopment • Riverfront redevelopment could make the area more a rac ve for residents and visitors to enjoy. • Tourism could bring addi onal spending into the communi es. • Restaurants/retail along the River could make the area more widely used by residents and visitors. • Hold events that focus on River to bring awareness to the resource as a local and regional des na on. • New paddle sports store and/or rental loca on for those who come to the area to canoe/kayak or for those who are interested in trying those ac vi es. • Water Works Building could be reused for a business related to River recrea on. Educa on and Stewardship • Addi onal partnerships within communi es (ex: University of Wisconsin-Baraboo/Sauk County) could bring others on board to help with planning and implementa on eﬀorts and engage the wider community. • Organized river cleanups will improve the River’s appearance and help improve water quality. • Marke ng/adver sing will help to bring in more local and regional visitors to use the River as a recrea onal amenity.

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Beau fica on • More natural landscaping adjacent to River will make the River more scenic. • Beau fica on of the corridor will help it become a place that people enjoy visi ng.

THREATS Human Ac vity • User conflicts on River can be poten ally dangerous and should be minimized (e.g. between fishermen and those kayaking on the River). • There is some uncertainty about designated vs. undesignated hun ng areas (e.g. water fowl hun ng near Gander Mountain) Maintenance • Obstruc ons in and along the River can make paddling diﬃcult and/or dangerous. Health and Safety • Increasingly degraded water quality can be a health hazard for those tubing, swimming, canoeing or kayaking in the River and those ea ng fish from the River. • Agricultural land uses increase phosphorus levels in the River which leads to degraded water quality.

Chapter 5 | Recommendations

Recommendations

5.1 Goals 5.2 Objec ves 5.3 Overall Corridor Implementa on 5.4 Specific Capital Improvements by Municipality

Chapter 5 presents a vision for the future of the Baraboo River Corridor and describes the goals and recommenda ons necessary to achieve this vision. Addi onal details will be iden fied in the next phase of the project. Please note: the municipali es within the Baraboo River Corridor are under no obliga on to complete the recommenda ons listed in this Chapter if they adopt this plan.

5.1 CORRIDOR GOALS 1. Make the Baraboo River Corridor an attractive, accessible and safe destination to increase its use by residents and visitors for recreation. 2. Improve the water quality of the Baraboo River.

5.2 OBJECTIVES

BY 2025, THE BARABOO RIVER CORRIDOR:

1. Will be known regionally as a paddling destination with designated whitewater course(s). 2. Will provide a host of support facilities and amenities to expand tourism within the communities it resides in. 3. Will put into place measures to protect, enhance, restore and control the corridor’s natural setting, improve water quality and biodiversity and educate visitors and residents on the unique cultural and historical significance of the Corridor.

3. Build partnerships to develop, implement and champion improvements throughout the Baraboo River Corridor. 4. Create a system of access points throughout the Baraboo River Corridor and associated tributaries for kayakers, canoers and fishers.

VISION “Protect, restore and enhance the natural environment within the Baraboo River Corridor and focus on opportuni es that will spur recrea on, tourism and development to establish the region as THE premiere water recrea on des na on in south central Wisconsin.” Phase I: Baraboo River Corridor Plan | 21

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5.3 OVERALL CORRIDOR IMPLEMENTATION

OPERATIONAL IMPROVEMENTS

PUBLIC POLICY IMPROVEMENTS

Marke ng • Engage in branding, collateral, public rela ons, business development and outreach. » Create a brand strategy and communica on system. » Develop promo onal material (including logo/ mark, slogan, imagery and pa ern language all municipali es can use throughout the Baraboo River Corridor.) » Develop a design standards package and plans for iden fica on, wayfinding, map and educa onal signage throughout the corridor. • Create a website and app for the corridor. Include a real- me map of river levels, input/takeout points, trip sugges ons, etc. • Work with local tourism agencies to adver se exis ng local a rac ons and new a rac ons as they are developed.

To ensure that improvements and policies are made which con nue to advance the BRCP and build upon the Phase I Plan, it is recommended that a River Partnership be created to include all municipali es adjacent to the River. Once the partnership has been established, the general goals contained within this sec on (5.3) should be delegated to specific en es to carry-out. A coordinator should also be designated so there is one person ensuring the project stays on track and con nues moving forward. Baraboo River Corridor • Adopt and maintain the Baraboo River Corridor Plan. • Review exis ng codes and processes, modify these documents to align with the goals, objec ves and strategies. Evaluate impediments to implemen ng this and future phases of the plan. • Conduct Phase II of the Baraboo River Corridor Plan which should include a parallel NRCS watershed study. Conduct addi onal studies • Conduct a study of stream and aqua c resources, vegeta on, prairie and wetlands in order to iden fy issues and opportuni es for ecological protec on and restora on. As part of the study, create a maintenance plan for consistent river clean up. • Conduct fishery surveys of the Baraboo River to iden fy current fish popula ons and strategize as to how to improve the abundance of desirable fish in the River and determine where fish habitats could be built. • Conduct feasibility study to expand Riverwalk and/or trail throughout the corridor. • Create a recrea onal master plan to guide the implementa on of proposed ameni es. • Create, adopt and enforce planning and design guidelines for corridor improvements. • Complete a more detailed analysis of cultural/ historical resources for storytelling and educa onal opportuni es within the corridor. Developer toolkit • Determine approach and available resources to provide developer assistance. Confirm developer assistance criteria and toolkit. • Property owner outreach. Contact property owners to discuss the goals, objec ves and recommenda ons of the BRCP (determine support, future plans, business objec ves, poten al development, etc.). Align policies and ac ons.

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Public/Private Partnerships • Build a River Partnership to include all municipali es adjacent to the Baraboo River. • Consider crea ng an intergovernmental organiza on or 501 (c)(3) agency to oversee Implementa on of the Baraboo River Corridor Plan(s). • Consider establishing a Friends of the Baraboo River Corridor group (or another volunteer group) that oversees stewardship and events in the corridor. • Coordinate between the municipal River Partnership group, the 501 (c)(3) and the Friends group for planning, implementa on and volunteer eﬀorts in the Corridor. • Designate a “coordinator” between all of the partners involved in the eﬀort who will commit to organizing mee ngs, marke ng and ensuring the project maintains focus. • Hold community-wide events that focus on the River. • Engage local and County law enforcement to iden fy protocol on policing within the corridor. • Work with WDNR to determine the feasibility of increasing rapids in certain places along the River to enhance kayaker experience. • Inves gate opportuni es for educa onal and exploratory programming to expand curriculum that focuses on the diversity of the area and the poten al to create outdoor classrooms and monitoring sta ons within the corridor. (Local schools, University of Wisconsin-Baraboo/Sauk County and other local higher educa on ins tu ons) • Work with property owners and businesses to address property condi ons, unsightly views and improper uses along the corridor. • Reach out to poten al developers and

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operators: » Contact a whitewater course developer. » Contact paddle sport businesses. » Contact food cart vendors. » Contact shu le service providers. Funding • Inves gate funding opportuni es for planning, design and construc on of future improvements. • Establish corporate and individual dona on program. • Prepare an annual Capital Improvement Project Plan that aligns with partners and all sources of revenue. • Iden fy local businesses for support, sponsorship and volunteer efforts. Project Management • Consider recrui ng and hiring a project manager who can dedicate efforts to the revitaliza on and development of the river as a premiere recrea on des na on. • Hire or iden fy staff responsible for regularly inspec ng and repor ng deficiencies, obstruc ons and debris within the riverway. • Organize river cleanup days and clear log jams. Park and Public Space • Iden fy capital improvement budgets and priority ac on items. • Prepare maintenance plan for current and future capital improvement projects. • Develop a plan for revenue genera on and enhancement through fees, events and sponsorship. • Consider a Historic Review Board for oversight on protec on and restora on of historic sites and structures.

LAND AND DEVELOPMENT IMPROVEMENTS • Develop paddle up restaurant(s) along the corridor. • Each municipality should pay a en on to proper es that will further the goals and objec ves of this plan by obtaining land either through purchase or easement for recrea onal and capital improvements. • Municipali es should carefully review development proposals including opportuni es for: »A paddle sports store and/or rental loca ons near the river. »Designated campground facili es. »Redeveloping riverfront parcels into mixed- use development that allows for retail, restaurant and other businesses that are desirable to those

recrea ng on the River. • Each municipality should carefully evaluate developer proposals and provide gap funding opportuni es and assistance for property acquisi on and clean up. Current Ini a ves • Con nue to encourage redevelopment by suppor ng current grant opportuni es for property owners.

CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS Parks, Trails and Riverwalk • Plan and design an extension of the Riverwalk and connec ng Trails to and along the River Corridor towards North Freedom and the Glenville access point. • Integrate public art, historical markers and interpre ve signage into the corridor along designated routes that celebrates the rich history of the River. • Iden fy and install designated fishing areas along the River. • Connect to exis ng trails to provide mul modal opportuni es to, from and within the corridor. • Improve exis ng launches and create new canoe/ kayak launches that are easy to use, provide addi onal parking op ons and are ADA accessible. Make sure that each access point is equipped with adequate parking and staging areas as well as clearly iden fied trash and recycling receptacles. Transit, Street and Streetscapes • Install a unified, comprehensive wayfinding system throughout the corridor following the development of the branding eﬀort. • Inventory exis ng boat launch sites, associated parking, iden fy specific improvements needed and develop an implementa on plan. • Iden fy strategic loca ons for addi onal parking along the river. Best Management Prac ces • Communi es should implement addi onal stormwater management techniques to improve non-point runoﬀ. • Increase na ve vegeta on along the River to improve water quality and decrease erosion. • Use best management prac ces to filter stormwater before it reaches the River. • Communicate the importance to landowners of keeping farm animals out of river.

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5.4 SPECIFIC CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS BY MUNICIPALITY

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Please note: the municipali es within the Baraboo River Corridor are under no obliga on to complete the recommenda ons listed in this Chapter if they adopt this plan.

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City of Baraboo • Evaluate the feasibility of installing a pedestrian bridge just east of the Broadway bridge, upstream of proposed whitewater course. • Evaluate the feasibility for and apply for a Stewardship Grant for the pedestrian bridge east of Circus World. • Iden fy, mark, and provide support ameni es for portage opportuni es at the two peninsulas (A ridge Park Area and Spirit Point). • Acquire addi onal property for river access points. • Evaluate the feasibility of moving the snow storage at Circus World’s parking lot to somewhere outside the river corridor. • Work with businesses along the river to establish poten al variable access points. • Work with the Village of West Baraboo to create a whitewater course from Haskin’s Park to the south end of A ridge Park. Iden fy, mark, and provide support ameni es for portage opportuni es. • Create addi onal opportuni es for picnicking and unpaved recrea on at Spirit Point. • Work with the County to create an oﬀ-road trail connec on from Spirit Point to The Ice Age Trail. • Iden fy, mark, and provide support ameni es for portage opportuni es. • Create a short whitewater course from the west side to the east side Spirit Point with two poten al variable access points. Iden fy, mark, and provide support ameni es for portage opportuni es. • Iden fy opportuni es for historic storytelling, especially focused on the River. • Con nue to move forward with redevelopment opportuni es that support the goals of this plan. • Con nue to renovate the pump house into a picnic shelter with restrooms and historic storytelling plaques.

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Village of North Freedom • Apply for SFR and RBF Grants in 2016 for the boat launch improvements in North Freedom Park • Apply for DNR Stewardship Grant for redevelopment of North Freedom Park • Designate safe pedestrian routes to/from North

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Freedom Park and local des na ons (Village Hall, local restaurants etc.) Work with adjacent landowners to develop addi onal variable access points to the River. Evaluate the feasibility of extending the riverway trail to Seely Creek and Lake. Work with adjacent land owners to clean up overvegeta on and log jams from North Freedom to Giese Park. Iden fy opportuni es for historic storytelling, especially focused on the River. Con nue to move forward with redevelopment opportuni es that support the goals of this plan.

Village of West Baraboo • Conduct feasibility study and extend the Riverwalk to Haskin’s Park. • Install a kayak/canoe launch along 2nd Street. • Apply for DNR Stewardship Grant in 2016 for Phase II of the park redevelopment. • Consider applying for RTA or Stewardship Grant in 2018 for trail extension. • Partner with Gander Mountain to add a variable access point on the river. Obtain an access/usage easement from Gander Mountain. • Create a designated route on W. Oak Street that connects to Haskins Park and meets the Baraboo Riverwalk and loops back to Hill Park and the Village Hall Square. • Work with the City of Baraboo to create a whitewater course from Haskin’s Park to the south end of A ridge Park. • Iden fy opportuni es for historic storytelling, especially focused on the River. • Con nue to move forward with redevelopment opportuni es that support the goals of this plan. Sauk County • Coordinate with WDNR and the Town of Baraboo to address exis ng erosion and sediment issues at both Giese and Glenville launches. • Work with landowners to develop addi onal variable access points to the river. • Consider development of a park/shelter and improved boat landing facili es at the Glenville Access Point and on land owned by Sauk County west of State Road 113 based on perceived increased demand. Coordinate development eﬀorts with the WDNR. • Coordinate with the Town of Baraboo to improve the Giese Park Access point/boat launch. • Work with par cipa ng communi es/friends groups to iden fy opportuni es for historic storytelling, especially focused on the River.

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5.5 TOOLS & MECHANISMS TO FUND IMPLEMENTATION

501(C)3 FOUNDATION

Maintenance and opera onal expenses of the Corridor’s Parks and Open Space is generally funded through property taxes and user fees. As the park systems within the corridor grow, the need to increase funding to meet the basic maintenance and opera onal costs also grows. O en there are insuﬃcient funds to undertake major capital improvement projects. There are a wide variety of poten al funding sources to assist with up-front capital costs, including acquisi on of land and the development of new recrea onal facili es.

The City can set up an endowment fund as an addi onal means of providing con nual financial support for park acquisi on and development. An endowment fund works like a permanent savings account. The amount individuals give, which is the principal, is never spent. Only the interest income is spent, thereby providing a con nual source of monies. A park endowment fund can provide a means for residents to either bequeath money or provide ongoing dona ons to the City’s park system, with the certainty that the money donated will only be used for the advancement of recrea on in the community. Gi s to an endowment fund are typically tax deduc ble under federal and state law.

GRANT PROGRAMS

TAX INCREMENT FINANCING (TIF)

An important source of funding is grant programs oﬀered by state and federal agencies, especially the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. Table 5.1 provides a summary of common state and federal park and recrea on grant programs. The table is not an exhaus ve list of grant programs, rather those that are typically used by municipali es. Other grant programs may exist and informa on regarding funding details shown in Table 5.1 should be verified with grant providers prior to seeking grant funding.

COMMUNITY GROUPS

FUNDRAISING

VOLUNTEER

Community groups and civic organiza ons are some mes willing to organize fundraising eﬀorts to assist with these costs, and they may also be able to marshal volunteer labor to assist with small development projects such as trail crea on or playground installa ons. Local business and corporate support should also be sought. Both non-profit and forprofit organiza ons can be rewarded for their support with acknowledgement on a plaque or sign at the site.

As part of a broader plan to redevelop an area, the City can use tax increment financing to assist with parkland acquisi on and development. There are some limita ons to what revenues from a TIF district can be used to pay for, generally the costs of construc ng public buildings can not be funded with TIF. The City currently has two ac ve TIF Districts, TID #4 and TID #6. The TIDs were created for the purpose of s mula ng redevelopment and new public and private investments. Under State Statute 66.1105 a municipality can use tax increment to complete public improvements within a 0.5mile radius of the TID, so long as the use of the funds supports and benefits the TID.

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American Canoe AssociaƟon/L.L. Bean

Club Fostered Stewardship Grant

WDNR

Ci zen-based Monitoring (CBM) Partnership Program

Natural Resources FoundaƟon

C.D. Besadny Conserva on Grant

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources

Boat Enforcement Patrol

ApplicaƟon Deadline

Request for proposals in spring annually

• Removing heavy debris and trash March from rivers and bays annually •Improving access for local paddlers •Establishing water trails •Monitoring water quality •Removing environmentallysensi ve woody debris •Restoring and improving riparian buﬀer •Environmental educa on and outreach programs

•Expanding ci zen and volunteer par cipa on in natural resource monitoring

•Suppor ng small-scale habitat Various restora on projects •Educa on and outreach programs about Wisconsin’s natural resources

Various •Detec ng and inves ga ng alleged boa ng law viola ons •Enforcing state and local ordinances •Being immediately available to perform search and rescue missions for individuals reasonably believed to be alive, in distress, and in a life threatening situa on

Funding Program Eligible AcƟviƟes & Agency

Table 5.1 Funding OpportuniƟes

•$100-$1,000

•$5,000

•Up to $1,000

•$1.2 million to $1.4 million •Shared with all par cipa ng patrols up to 75% reimbursement

Grant Award Limit

None

1:1 basis (including inkind services or dona on) twice per year

25%

•Eligible organiza ons include canoe clubs and conserva on organiza ons. •Applica ons that outline how funding will be acknowledged (i.e., press releases; websites and social media sites; newsle ers; using the ACA/ L.L. Bean logo on adver sements, signage, printed materials, etc.) have an increased chance of being funded. •Website: h p://www.americancanoe. org/?page=LLBean_CFS_Grant

•Qualifying topics include monitoring of aqua c and terrestrial species, natural communi es and environmental components such as water, soil and air. •Partnership Program funds for 2016-2017 will be focused on expanding exis ng CBM projects that address WDNR priority data needs. •Website: h p://wiatri.net/cbm/Partnership/

•Must be tax-exempt 501(c)(3), public or private school, or government agency. •Grants are not awarded to projects with a total project budget greater than $10,000. •Website: h p://www.wisconserva on.org/howwe-work/c-d-besadny-conserva on-grants/

•Issued to Wisconsin coun es and municipali es that par cipate in boa ng enforcement eﬀorts. •Must have a lake of at least 100 acres in size, determined by the current Department lake survey; or, •At least one mile of river within the jurisdic on of the unit of government. •Website: h p://dnr.wi.gov/Aid/BoatPatrols. html

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•Including, but not limited to the construc on of senior or community centers

Wisconsin Department of Tourism

Joint Eﬀort Marke ng (JEM) Grant Program

John C. Bock FoundaƟon

John C. Bock Founda on Grant

•E-mail marke ng, print and broadcast ads, direct mail, publicity, and billboards

•Preserving and protec ng landscapes containing mature woodlands or old growth forest

Five Star •Ecological improvements RestoraƟon Grants including: wetland, riparian, forest and coastal habitat restora on Na onal Fish •Wildlife conserva on & Wildlife •Enhancing community tree Founda on canopy (NFWF) •Water quality monitoring and storm water management •Targeted community outreach, educa on and stewardship

DOA

Community Development Block Grant-Public Facili es Program (CDBG-PF)

Wisconsin Department of AdministraƟon (DOA)

•Variable

•$20,000 to $50,000 (average $30,000)

•50% up to $500,000

•Communitywide: $25,000 •Site Specific Plan: $15,000

Grant Award Limit

•First of •Up to $39,550 the month August, November, February and April

May 31st annually

Annually in February

End of May annually

Community Development Block GrantPlanning (CDBGPLNG)

•Crea ng plans to address economic and development needs of a community or site

ApplicaƟon Deadline

Funding Program Eligible AcƟviƟes & Agency

Table 5.1 Funding OpportuniƟes

25%

Variable

50%

Local Match Required

•Reimburses Wisconsin non-profit organiza ons for qualified adver sing costs to make a promo on or event come to frui on. •Applica ons must be submi ed at least 90 days prior to the first day of adver sing that will be paid using the grant funds; for example, if your first JEM funded ad runs on November 1, your applica on should be submi ed by August 1. •Website: h p://industry.travelwisconsin.com/ grants/joint-eﬀort-marke ng-jem-grant-program

•Aims at public educa on, par cularly of builders and developers, about the conserva on of woodlands. •Website: h p://www.bockfounda on.org/bock/ default.htm

•Geographic focus depends on funding available from the funding partners. •Website: h p://www.nfwf.org/fivestar/ Pages/2016RFP.aspx

•Must meet Low to Moderate Income (LMI) criteria to be eligible. •Website: h p://www.doa.state.wi.us/Divisions/ Housing/Bureau-of-Community-Development/ CDBG-PF-Program-Overview

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•Property acquisi on and removal of structures to improve water storage •Flood-proofing and deten on ponds •Flood mapping

Municipal Flood Control Grant Program

WDNR

•Improving or crea ng habitat for na ve plants and wildlife •Providing technical help to improve property, which helps wildlife and plant species, especially rare species

•Land acquisi on •Developing outdoor recrea on facili es, including ac ve sports facili es

Landowner Incen ve Program (LIP)

WDNR

Land and Water Conserva on Fund (LWCF)

WDNR

March annually

Various

May 1st annually

Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program

•Land/easement acquisi on for local parks •Development projects for naturebased outdoor recrea on

ApplicaƟon Deadline

Funding Program Eligible AcƟviƟes & Agency

Table 5.1 Funding OpportuniƟes

•Various award amounts

•$2,500 $25,000

•No limit

Grant Award Limit

30%

25%

50%

•To be eligible for grant award payment reimbursement, the applicant shall obtain all necessary permits and approvals for the project. •Website: h p://dnr.wi.gov/Aid/ MunFloodControl.html

•Helps private landowners create and manage habitat for species that are rare or declining. •Provides management advice, assistance with management plans and cost-share funding to individuals and organiza ons proposing projects on private lands throughout Wisconsin. •LIP is a cost-share program and DNR can reimburse a landowner for up to 75% of the cost for the on-the-ground prac ces that are involved in the management of the project. The landowner is required to contribute the matching percentage. •Website: h p://dnr.wi.gov/topic/ endangeredresources/lip.html

•Applicants apply for LWCF grants through the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program. •Website: h p://dnr.wi.gov/Aid/LWCF.html

•Statewide umbrella program for Aids for the Acquisi on and Development of Local Parks (ADLP), Urban Green Space (UGS) grants, Urban Rivers (UR) grants, and Acquisi on of Development Rights (ADR). Community must have an up-to-date Comprehensive Outdoor Recrea on Plan. •Website: h p://dnr.wi.gov/topic/stewardship/ grants/Index.html

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•Installa on of new and reconstruc on of ramps, boarding docks, and support facili es •Improvement and repair of docks •Dredging •Trash skimming equipment •Naviga on aids •Weed harves ng equipment •Feasibility studies

Recrea onal Boa ng Facili es (RBF)

WDNR

Sport Fish Restora on (SFR)

•Construc ng and renova ng a new boat ramp •Developing and renova ng parking lots •Developing accessible paths •Ligh ng and restroom facili es •Channel dredging and feasibility studies •Fishing Piers

Recrea onal Trails •Maintaining or restoring exis ng Aids (RTA) Program trails •Developing or rehabilita ng WDNR trailside/trailhead facili es and trail linkages •Construc ng new trails •Acquiring property for trails

WDNR

•$75,000 for small projects

Grant Award Limit

February 1st annually

May 1st annually

50%

Local Match Required

•No limit

50%

•$45,000 50% annually •$200,000 every third year

•Open •No limit Applica on (Typically May 1st) •Commission considers applica ons twice per year

•Cycle 1: November annually •Cycle 2: July annually

•Long-term protec on, restora on, and/or enhancement of wetlands and associated uplands •Habitats for the benefit of all wetlands-associated migratory birds

North American Wetlands Conserva on Act Grants Program

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

ApplicaƟon Deadline

Funding Program Eligible AcƟviƟes & Agency

Table 5.1 Funding OpportuniƟes

•Projects that have received funding from other federal grants are not eligible to receive SFR grant funding. •Website: h p://dnr.wi.gov/Aid/SFR.html

•Federal funds are awarded through the WDNR Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program. •Website: h p://dnr.wi.gov/aid/rta.html

•Must make presenta on to the appointed Waterways Commission. •Website: h p://dnr.wi.gov/Aid/RBF.html

•Applicants submit project proposals to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Division of Bird Habitat Conserva on for either of the program’s two funding cycles per year. •Website: h p://www.fws.gov/birds/grants/northamerican-wetland-conserva on-act.php

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WDNR

25%

•Classifica on: $50,000 •Protec on: $200,000

•Lake Classifica on and Ordinance Development: December 10th annually •Lake Protec on: February 1st annually

•Developing and implemen ng local land and water management programs targeted to specific classes of lakes in response to various development and recrea onal use pressures •Improving or protec ng the quality of water in lakes or the quality of natural ecosystems •Implemen ng protec on ac vi es for the lakes based on their classifica on •Implemen ng the recommenda ons of a lake management plan

Surface Water Grants: Lake Classifica on and Lake Protec on Grants

WDNR

•Educa on, 25% Preven on and Planning projects: $150,000 •Early Detec on and Response projects: $20,000 •Established Popula on Control projects: $200,000 •Maintenance and Containment: permit fee reimbursement •Research and Development: annual funding limit of $500,000

•AIS Educa on, Preven on and Planning: December 10th annually •Established Popula on Control: February 1st annually •Research and Development: year-round •Early Detec on and Response: year-round • Maintenance and Containment: year-round.

•Preven ng and controlling the spread of aqua c invasive species •Educa on, Preven on and Planning Projects (including Clean Boats Clean Waters) •Early Detec on and Response Projects •Established Popula on Control Projects •Maintenance and Containment Projects •Research and Demonstra on Projects

•Awarded through DNR Surface Water Grants Program. •Website: h p://dnr.wi.gov/Aid/SurfaceWater. html

Local Match AddiƟonal Comments Required

Surface Water Grants: Aqua c Invasive Species (AIS) Preven on and Control Grants

Grant Award Limit

ApplicaƟon Deadline

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Tax Increment Finance (TIF)

WDNR

•Land acquisi on, park infrastructure, trail development •Cannot be used for construc ng recrea on and community buildings

•Reimbursing agriculture or urban nonpoint source pollu on control in targeted, cri cal geographic areas with surface water or groundwater quality concerns

Targeted Runoﬀ Management (TRM) Grant Program

WDNR

Planning •Assis ng in the forma on and/ or strengthening of qualified river management organiza on •Protec ng or improving rivers and their ecosystems •River improvement educa on projects •Assessments and plan development Management •Purchasing land or conserva on easements •Developing local ordinances •Installing nonpoint source pollu on control prac ces •River restora on ac vi es

Surface Water Grants-River Protec on Planning & River Protec on Management Grants

•Adop on must be completed by September 30th of each year

•April 15th annually

•River Protec on Planning: December 10th annually •River Protec on Management: February 1st annually

•December 10th annually

Surface Water •Collec ng and analyzing Grants: Lake informa on needed to protect and Management restore lakes and their watersheds Planning and Large and Small Scale Lakes

WDNR

ApplicaƟon Deadline

Funding Program Eligible AcƟviƟes & Agency

Table 5.1 Funding OpportuniƟes

•Not a grant program

•Large-scale: $1 million •Small-scale: $150,000

•Planning: $10,000 •Management: $50,000

•Small scale projects: $3,000 •Large scale projects: $25,000

Grant Award Limit

N/A

30%

25%

33%

Local Match Required

•Not a grant program but an economic development financing tool. •Local municipality creates Tax Increment District (TID). •100% of tax increment growth returned to the TID for a set period of me, usually 20 or 27 years. •Website: h ps://www.revenue.wi.gov/slf/ f.html

•Compe ve grants for local governments. •Ci es, villages, towns, coun es, regional planning commissions, tribal governments and special purpose lake, sewerage and sanitary districts may apply. •Website: h p://dnr.wi.gov/Aid/TargetedRunoﬀ. html

•Awarded through DNR Surface Water Grants Program. •Website: h p://dnr.wi.gov/Aid/SurfaceWater.html

•Funding for local governments and tribes. •Awarded through DNR Surface Water Grants Program. •Website: h p://dnr.wi.gov/Aid/SurfaceWater.html

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WDNR

Urban Nonpoint Source & Storm Water Management Grants

Wisconsin Department of TransportaƟon (WisDOT)

Transporta on Alterna ves Program (TAP)

•Controlling urban nonpoint source and storm water runoﬀ pollu on

•Developing on-road and oﬀ-road facili es for pedestrians, bicyclists •Other non-motorized forms of transporta on •Associated streetscaping

Funding Program Eligible AcƟviƟes & Agency

Table 5.1 Funding OpportuniƟes

April 15 annually

November (evennumbered years)

ApplicaƟon Deadline

•Construc on: $150,000 •Addi onal $50,000 may be requested for property acquisi on

•No limit

Grant Award Limit •TAP incorporates the following three WisDOT mul -modal transporta on improvement programs: Safe Routes to School (SRTS); Transporta on Enhancements (TE); and The Bicycle & Pedestrian Facili es Program (BPFP). •Website: h p://wisconsindot.gov/Pages/doingbus/local-gov/astnce-pgms/aid/tap.aspx •Compe ve grants to local governments to reimburse costs of planning or construc on. •The local government must have either jurisdic on over the project area or be required to control storm water discharge with an inter-governmental agreement between the municipality and WDNR. Eligible areas are urban lands with popula on density of at least 1,000 people per square mile or non-permi ed commercial or municipally-owned industrial use. Projects may be in areas that are expected to become urban within 20 years. •Website: h p://dnr.wi.gov/Aid/UrbanNonpoint. html

20%

Planning: 50%

Local Match AddiƟonal Comments Required

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Appendix B | Inventory & Analysis Map

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Appendix B | Inventory & Analysis Map Description of Beaver Dam

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While this segment is quite scenic the nature of the speed of the water and the adjacent ownership create issues for access by the public.

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This segment of the river corridor is transitional and moves from rural, into residential into a few industrial and commercial uses. The experience from the corridor itself largely remains rural in character.

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This segment of the River is characterized by slow moving, meandering waterway with steep cliffs and rock formations in some areas. The majority of the adjacent properties are agricultural uses.

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Appendix C | Concept Map Book

Appendix: Concept Map Book

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Install plan improvements to North Freedom Park

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Seely Creek connects with the Baraboo River and drains into Seeley Lake. If navigable this could be an opportunity for North Freedom to capitalize on.

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River Walk Ice Age Trail

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Appendix D | Stakeholder Engagement Notes

Appendix: Stakeholder Engagement Notes

Appendix D | Stakeholder Engagement Notes

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KICK-OFF MEETING Baraboo River Corridor Kick-off Meeting

Wednesday, March 2nd, 2016, 7pm West Baraboo Village Hall 500 Cedar West Baraboo, WI Prioritization of Kick-off Meeting:

1. Introductions and roles a. Raine Gardner, Project Manager and Engineer b. Sarah McDonald, Landscape Architect and Urban Planner c. Becky Binz, Planner d. Mike Palm – City of Baraboo e. Dave Dahlke and Holly Fenske – Village of West Baraboo f. Brian Simmert and Brentt Michalek – Sauk County g. Rick Hehenberger, Kayla Steinhorst, and Brian Schwarz – Village of North Freedom 2. Review Scope of Services – Phase I (see attachment) • Tie in ex. Baraboo Riverwalk into Plan, but future phases should be addressed in Phase II. • Trails and access points are important to the community 3. Discuss Phase II items • Recently received a grant from NRCS to do watershed study o Has started already, will be finished in 2020 (5 year timeline) • Phosphorus is one of the greatest challenges with the River • They were told the River would turn into a small mouth bass stream – but no fishermen today o The DNR did studies on this in the 1990’s. Nate Nye may know more. • Bringing in La Valle, Reedsburg, and Rock Springs • Build River Partnership and develop a logo 4. Review and confirm schedule a. Early February 2016 – Review relative/related background information b. February 24, 2016 – Kick off Meeting and Site Review i. Met on March 2, 2016 c. Weeks of Feb. 29 and March 7, 2016 –Focus Group Meetings • March 7 and 8 at 10 am at Baraboo Civic Center, Rm 14 d. March 15th or 16, 2016 – Public Information Meeting (PIM) • March 15 at 6pm to 8pm at Baraboo Civic Center, Rm 14 o Breakout into small groups to brainstorm o Raine will notify newspaper of PIM e. March 24, 2016 – Complete preliminary plan and Review Concept Alternatives f. Week of March 28, 2016 – Municipality Meeting to Review Preliminary Plan and Comment • March 30 at 7pm in West Baraboo Village Hall g. April 7, 2016 –Final Plan Complete for packets h. Week of April 11, 2016 – Community presentations and approvals 5. Confirm key stakeholders for Focus groups

a. Identify two stakeholder focus group meeting dates/times. b. Identified Stakeholder for focus groups (See attached spreadsheet) i. Environmental Organizations and Agencies 1. Kiwanis Club 2. Sierra Club 3. WDNR 4. Baraboo River Canoe Club 5. Baraboo Range Preservation Association 6. Ice Age Trail Alliance 7. Fishing groups 8. NRCS 9. Baraboo Parks & Recreation 10. Sturgeon Restoration Group 11. City of Baraboo 12. Village of West Baraboo 13. Sauk County 14. Village of North Freedom 15. Spirit Point Rendezvous Group ii. Business 1. Gander Mountain 2. Wildside 3. Circus World Museum 4. Business Economic Development Corporation 5. Chamber of Commerce a. Contact Bobbi Beoc 6. Sauk County Development Corporation 7. Citizens of Waterfront Revitalization (CWR) 8. Local fishing guides 9. Mid-Continent Railroad Museum 10. BID – Baraboo Business Improvement District 11. Gem City Bar 12. Driftless Glen 13. Napa Auto Parts iii. Educational and Recreational Organizations 1. Schools a. High School Biology Dept./class 2. UW-Sauk County/Baraboo 3. Public Library 4. Center for WI Archaeology (UW-Sauk County/Baraboo) 5. Sauk County Historical Society 6. Baptist Church – North Freedom 7. St. Joseph’s Catholic Church – Baraboo 8. St. John’s Lutheran Church– Baraboo 9. Other Various Churches? 10. Sauk County Sheriff’s Dept. a. Sauk County Dive Team 11. Baraboo Police 6. Review and confirm focus group questions 7. Review and confirm public open house agenda and workshop a. Discuss each municipalities role in presentation 8. Brainstorm vision statement, preliminary goals and objectives.

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Buzzwords for Vision Statement: o Regional o Partnership o Give it an identity o Wayfinding o Connections o Collaborative effort o Economic development o Regional o Quality o Premiere o Destination o Recreation o Water sports Goals: o Make the Baraboo River Corridor an attractive destination that increases use by residents and visitors. • Build partnerships to develop, implement and champion improvements throughout the Baraboo River Corridor. • Create a system of access points throughout the Baraboo River Corridor and associated tributaries for kayakers, canoers and fishers. Issues-Opportunities: o The different experiences you can have on each section of the river (rural vs. urban, water classifications, pace, etc.) o Have had conversations with DNR to increase rapids in order to enhance kayaker experience down near Water Street. o Bass fishing is good by the lagoon in North Freedom o Recommendation for reinstatement of volunteer groups for stewardship (clean up, tree removal, invasive species eradication etc.) o Recommendation for a fish study to determine where fish habitats could be built (partnership with DNR?) o Baraboo River is the longest restored River East of the Mississippi o Opportunities to expand the system/trails? Creeks connecting to Baraboo River o Riverwalk is largely popular, explore opportunities to expand to Haskins Park/West Baraboo. o Potential issues with designated vs. undesignated hunting areas (water fowl hunting near Gander Mountain) o Portage required in North Freedom with the worse stretch being between North Freedom and the Railroad trestle Preliminary Recommendations: o Consider hiring a company to engage the communities in a branding and logo discussion. o Develop a unified, comprehensive wayfinding system throughout the corridor. o Develop a list of priority actions and investments for capital, operational, land and development improvements. o Conduct a study of stream and aquatic resources, vegetation, prairie and wetlands. o Conduct feasibility study to expand Riverwalk to Haskins Park. o Generate public-private partnerships in the corridor. o Consider establishing a friends group that oversees stewardship and events in the corridor.

9. Review map and existing conditions and identify preliminary issues and opportunities (see attachment) • County has GIS information that would be helpful o Their identified County lands for access points to be added into map (unimproved points) • Planning area is ~15 miles • Identify on west side of 113, south of the river, Sauk County’s access to river as additional lands • Highlight municipal parcels on river – where public can directly access river o Really make these stand out in color  Ensure we have Baraboo’s new parkland and arboretum  Arboretum Dedication on April 29th at 10am – MSA welcome to speak on the BRCP to announce it more • Maps should highlight parks and public access points so a pattern of accessibility can emerge • Slope steepness will need to be evaluated in several locations as this is an issue • Investigate speeds and skill level required for certain segments of the river 10. Identify list of needs for research, inventory and analysis. (existing plans, documents etc.) 11. Existing plans and documents to review. a. Comprehensive Plans i. West Baraboo ii. Baraboo iii. North Freedom iv. Sauk County b. Park and Open Space Plans i. Baraboo ii. West Baraboo iii. Others? c. Existing maps i. Paddle the Baraboo – John Exo may have this ii. Flood Plain plan map iii. Sauk County Mapping info d. Studies i. Downtown Revitalization Plan ii. History on the Dams – supplied by Mike Palm iii. New Richmond River Plan iv. Running Free The Baraboo River Restoration Story e. Others? 12. Review and confirm final deliverable 13. Next Steps 14. Other? March 2nd Kick-off Meeting

FOCUS GROUP #1 Baraboo River Corridor Plan

March 7th, 2016, 10am Baraboo Civic Center, Rm 14 124 2nd St Baraboo, WI 53913 Questions 1. Please introduce yourself and explain your affiliation and/or interest with the region and Baraboo River. + See attached sign in sheet. 2. When you think of the Baraboo River what is the first thing that comes to mind? + +

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Recreation Baraboo rapids section o 45 ft drop in Baraboo rapids section o Benefit of dam removal o This has improved fishing Restored to free-flowing in 2001 – Dam Removal o Longest restored river east of the Mississippi River Restoration of river and hydrology o There is a long way to go to continue improving it Lots of mud and log jams Aesthetics o Really nice walk along the River – goes through the heart of the community (Baraboo) It feels wild and remote Riverwalk

3. Do you engage in recreation along the River? If so, how? If you don’t engage with the river does anyone you know engage in recreation along the River? + Getting in and out of the river is challenging for canoers and kayakers – it needs to be more simple for more people to use it due to water fluctuations + Getting down to the river is difficult, the banks are high + Most paddlers put in at Gander Mountain and pull out at Circus World or Glenville Dam (end of the rapids). People also get in at Haskins. + Gander has a 4 ft. grade which is difficult to get the canoes/kayaks in and out + Many people use Fish Hatchery Rd. access to get to the river. The fishing is good here. + When it existed, Boo Canoe put in plastic docs along the river that were good to use. Now that they are out of business the docks are no longer there. + Another issue is that many people don’t have access to canoes and fishing equipment + A lot of fishing is done at Kiwanis river park + Walking along the river – this started with the Kiwanis group. Today there is a riverwalk in Baraboo along the river. They would like to see the riverwalk extended. The club is looking into putting in a bridge along the path. The City maintains the riverwalk really well. + The pet waste stations that have been added along the riverwalk have improved the incidence of people not picking up after their pets.

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There is a dog park off of the river – no direct access to river though for dogs to swim. There is one park in Baraboo (Deppe) that allows dogs to swim in its pond. Conflicts with boating and fishing uses on the river With water fluctuations cause mud issues o Approx. 3,000 ibs/acre/yr of soil loss to the Baraboo River o Water clarity is low and needs to be addressed Lack of fish habitat and water quality for fish to stay in river o River has potential for walleye and sturgeon runs up the river from WI Log jams are major issue with the soft maples and box elder trees o Clearing of the down tress is an issue Consider in future the DOT wayside along STH 33 before the interstate as a put in/take out point DNR mentioned Redstone Dam issue with fish going over the dam need a safe way to come over which causes issues sending fish down

4. Do you own a business in one of the communities being studied: North Freedom, West Baraboo, City of Baraboo or elsewhere in Sauk County? If so, where and what reason did you have to locate your business here? What is your business? Does the corridor benefit your business? + N/A 5. Is your business within a quarter mile of the river corridor? + N/A 6. What historical, cultural or educational facts about the river corridor give it a unique sense of place? + History of dams o Harnessing the power of Baraboo River o Dam removals + Ho-Chunk and other tribes + Baraboo Bluffs + Rock Springs Spring + Ringling Circus + 1982 – monuments were added throughout City that represent historical facts about the City of Baraboo + New historical event: ability to reclaim the River for the community o Kiwanis Club, City efforts o Acquired land and built a riverwalk o Funding: DNR grant (50%), City (25%), Kiwanis (25%) + IATA – book with a geological look at sections of river (though book’s focus is even broader than just the river corridor) + 12 Quartz Monuments should be tied into Corridor o One on Council St. o One on Mound St. 7. What is the biggest asset of the Baraboo River Corridor? + Public access o Parks are connected o Would be nice to continue riverwalk into West Baraboo o Kiwanis have talked to West Baraboo about this extension. They like the idea but there isn’t funding for it right now. + Views of bluffs and wetlands + Sidenote: they don’t have any public river events. Some local groups hold small events, but nothing that is geared towards the entire community. + They aren’t entirely sure the wider community knows about all access points to the river and the assets the river is + There used to be a paddle map of the river (UW Extension) + Connection of Trails o Like to have clear vistas of the river where the trails connect – add more, but like what they have already done with the riverwalk

o Fishing Platforms connected to riverwalk and vista areas o Angler uses – Creel census via DNR to supply information o Need to get riverwalk along the river in the prettiest part of the City section along water street east of the Broadway Bridge along the best riffle section o 8. What is the biggest issue facing the Baraboo River Corridor? What causes the problem? + There needs to be improved access at Giese Park – it is very muddy + Water quality is very poor o Baraboo is an MS4 o Land use issues 1. Farms allow animals to the river’s edge still a. Erosion and deposit issues o New adaptive management plan should help with water quality o Phosphorus and TSS are issues o TMDL from roads needs to be reduced o Move snow removal piles away from the river 1. Circus World Parking Lot Snow Pile 2. North Freedom Snow Pile by boat launch o Soil Erosion in West Baraboo along private owner properties along Oak St. sections 1. Some have installed rip-rap 2. Most mow right up to the water’s edge, but grass is not strong enough to hold the bank and stabilize it + Need more natural looking areas along river o Add in more native vegetation, but still provide access + Access to the river is not great (for kayakers, canoers, and others) o Giese Park needs to be improved + Route along river needs to be completed – extended into West Baraboo and beyond + ADA Compliance for access to river 9. Have you ever visited a community with a river corridor that you really enjoyed and were there any unique amenities that you’d like to see here? + Root River Corridor – MN (length is approximately the distance from Baraboo to Mauston) o Good access, riverwalk + Pine River – Richland County o Good access points, good signage – info on ports which makes it easier to plan trips if people know what to expect, they also have brochures that have info on ports and distances + Oregon o Marble amphitheater – people read, there are artists, historical displays. Their corridor is the focal point of the community. + Make the corridor a destination – maybe have stores along the river that people can stop at + San Antonio, TX riverwalk o Businesses along river o Though, Baraboo needs to be realistic about its size and market and what types of businesses it has and what it can realistically attract. + Wausau’s River Course o Though Wausau is controlled and the Baraboo River is free-flowing, Because of this there is a longer kayaking season in Baraboo (it starts earlier). So many kayakers come to Baraboo to practice before going to Wausau. + Coon Creek – Coon Valley o Good fishing + Elkader, IA o Nice course o Similar community to Baraboo 10. Name one improvement that would make the Baraboo River Corridor better.

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Erosion o Bad at Village of West Baraboo on north side. There is some rip rap there, but room for improvement. o Issue with animals going directly up to river from farmland Need more buffer around the river – more native vegetation o In Baraboo, most land is City owned – so the City has a lot of control over land adjacent to the River Challenge will be to keep in mind that all access is ADA compliant Create a nice takout after Haskins Park that would be similar Keep the river log jam free – these cause issues when travelling the river o In the 1970s student groups spent time clearing log jams and that was useful o Are there other groups that could do this today? Though to do this today we may need to get approval from landowners.

OTHER + Fisheries o Red Stone Dam  There is a spillway over rock wall (cliff). The cliff is giving way, so there is a proposal to fill the pool below with rocks. But this could kill fish o Narrows Creek  Here there has been habitat work done for Smallmouth Bass  DNR needs to be persuaded to start stocking fish here. They are reluctant to do this.  Need to create spots with good fishing – do this in conjunction with creating a good kayak/canoe route. + + +

Oak Street drop needs better public access Check out desmoinesregister.com/parks. There is a really nice corridor there, several communities are working together : Charles City, IA, Elader, IA, and Manchester, IA Put in – Take out Points o Along Water Street, just east of the Broadway Bridge has best riffles for whitewater kayaking  Need a good put in and take out points near this section on each end and path for boaters to walk with boats back and forth o Gander Mountain parking lot has the 2nd best riffle location o East of Circus World has another good spot to consider a launch

Focus Group Questions

FOCUS GROUP #2 Baraboo River Corridor Plan

March 8th, 2016, 10am Baraboo Civic Center, Rm 14 124 2nd St Baraboo, WI 53913 Questions 1. Please introduce yourself and explain your affiliation and/or interest with the region and Baraboo River. + See attached Sign in Sheet.

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Dam removal and transition of the river into a free flowing body of water Missed opportunities o Expand the riverwalk Potential for the corridor to be a Mecca for paddle sports Difficult to plan around the nature of the river. The water levels are irregular and unpredictable. Challenge to plan around mother nature The water is usually too low. Ecosystem North Freedom Park is Muddy. Water quality -issue Opportunities for sporting goods is ripe. Source of life for people today and in the past o Education opportunity to walk through time Natural beauty The water has a calming and peaceful effect Accessibility â&#x20AC;&#x201C; no spots to get in/on the corridor between North Freedom and West Baraboo safely. o Giese Park needs to be upgraded

3. Do you engage in recreation along the River? If so, how? If you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t engage with the river does anyone you know engage in recreation along the River? + Kayak May-July, bird watching, observe wildlife (mink, otters, etc.) Section with invasive reed canary grass + Tributaries are interesting, especially skillet creek connection (old school travel) + Love Riverwalk, Bicycle at least once a week, never canoed or paddled + Obstructions along the river, issues with flooding. Really can haul in segment near downtown. + Draw people to the distillery + Shuttling is different every time. Sometimes by car, by bike. Often times awkward. Bike share would be great. + Water works buildings, opportunity for reuse

4. Do you own a business in one of the communities being studied: North Freedom, West Baraboo, City of Baraboo or elsewhere in Sauk County? If so, where and what reason did you have to locate your business here? What is your business? Does the corridor benefit your business? + Wildside – sporting goods story focusing mostly on biking, skiing, and some camping gear o Have road maps for biking trails which then gets people near and down to the river corridor. o Have thought about expansion closer to corridor, but rental costs were too high.  Could sell boats, rent boats, and rent bikes  City and Wildside to discuss potential 2nd location near corridor 5. Is your business within a quarter mile of the river corridor? + Wildside 6. What historical, cultural or educational facts about the river corridor give it a unique sense of place? + Woolen Mill Area + Circus World + Bones of factories + Water Works near Dog Park + History o Conflict on flow of River Reedsburg 1850 o Flow important, powered everything o Dams (removed) + Walking is an escape + Raven Acres, interesting land owner. Issue with run off. + Educational Hub, opportunities for discovery, remote destination + Geocashing to engage youth 7. What is the biggest asset of the Baraboo River Corridor? + Public access + Free flowing + Sandstone cliffs near North Freedom + Connection to nature 8. What is the biggest issue facing the Baraboo River Corridor? What causes the problem? + Water quality/clarity o Non-point sources 1. Phosphorous 2. Sediment Runoff + Farmers/land owners agricultural practices, discharging into the river + No marketing of the region or the river – lack of + Animals in River + Lack of a cohesive plan + Lack of partnerships + Blight, especially along walnuts street in the old Baraboo area, backs of buildings + Beautification is required + Gentrification is a concern + Dumping + Ice Age trail isn’t marked and connection to parks aren’t clear + Remove snags and debris + Fish – need both bait and game fish to keep them in the river o Noted that DNR did state they dump in 1,000 yearling Sturgeon into the Baraboo River each year, sometime around July at 2 locations, one is Haskins Park 1. New rip-rap along Haskins Park could provide new spawning areas for Sturgeon. + River Clean Up – issues after each storm, Canoe Club to possibly head this up again, use the high schoolers + Need to really identify a river course

o Need to layout sections of the river by experience and capabilities so users know what they will be getting into 9. Have you ever visited a community with a river corridor that you really enjoyed and were there any unique amenities that you’d like to see here? + San Antonio, TX riverwalk + Fort Atkinson + Bayfield + Greenbay + Milwaukee + Charles City, IA + Naperville, IL + Rockford, IL o Outdoor dining o Festivals o Connection to the river 10. Name one improvement that would make the Baraboo River Corridor better. + Bird City designation, opportunities for birding + Revitalizing economy and business + Eateries along the river corridor, public houses, shops + Multi-modal recreation + Programming/Events, Reedsburg does the Lazy River Race- a canoe race + Ecotourism + Amenities along the river or nearby + Educational opportunities, high school and middle school, UW extension, outdoor classroom + Signature connection between school and river + Reuse or green space + Rentals + Skillet and Pine creek interesting connection for Archeology and education + Active PR/Marketing o Need a website, something like the Keweenaw County Website o Need a map for river levels in real time, input/takeout points + Public Art + Packaging (marketing) + Nappa Auto is an opportunity site + Boys & Girls Club + Build it, they will come + Active Kayak shop + Set up North Freedom as the main trail head – take in sites there such as Mid-Continent Railroad + Connect the riverwalk all the way to North Freedom o Need to dual use for winter – snowshoeing or cross country skiing. + Connect in trails such as the Great Sauk Trail, Ice Age Trail + Keep the natural look and feel of the corridor o Use this aspect for education and schools for teaching programs o Example – WI Riverway Board – Regulate adjacent development of aesthetics, cutting of trees, etc. o Need to get private landowners on board with plan to help with this

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Zoo crew fest Otter 8k Run Duck race Milk Jug Regatta River Rendezvous-reenactment camp over labor day weekend

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Additional Contacts o Land Trust o Joe Van Berkle o John Exo o Jack Burton o Anne Burton o Zoo crew o Local Campgrounds  Baraboo Hills Establish Plaques along corridor as historical markers o Council St., Oak St. industrial district, etc. Phase II Suggestions o Committee in charge of river cleanup  Church Groups  North Freedom Fire Dept.  North Freedom Sportsman Club- Rod and Gun Club o Marketing Plan, Mapping  Business Advertising could help out  Downtown District to make connection  Gem Grant thru Dept. of Tourism to help with corridor marketing plan o DNR River Planning Grants

Focus Group Questions

Public Meeting Baraboo River Corridor Plan March 15th, 2016, 6pm Baraboo Civic Center, Rm 14 124 2nd St Baraboo, WI 53913 *Participants had four sticky dots total and were able to vote on their four favorite ideas under any of the below categories. Parenthesis after the idea indicate the # of associated sticky dots RECREATION IMPROVEMENTS + + + + + + +

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Public launches with parking areas (19) Whitewater park (7) Restrooms available (3) Bike trail: Sauk to 400 trail (2) Fishing/kayak race touring (1) o Zoo crew canoe race – 2016 May 22 River clean up Gander access point (1) o Parking easement o Access easement – put in at bank of building o Gradual access Eco-tourism promotion Lights for night paddling Move structures in river to improve paddling

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Riverwalk extension Baraboo Bridges Designated river trail Camping Fishing area Canoe/kayak races Tours Small section near Hwy 12 for put in/take out Kayak/canoe lockup Input/takeout points Whitewater parks – open park next to it for viewing Other outlying parks STH 113 – cleanup sediment Walking tours/historical tours

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Legacy Fish survey schools UW Baraboo day trip outdoor program Zoo partnership and others UW Baraboo Advocacy Educational paddling trips Nature Conservancy Park & Rec tot lot - 3-5 year olds Wetlands – Ecosystems

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Historical markers (2) Overall advocacy group (1) Provide more education as project progresses -history, river River is already viewed as a training river for paddling Get kids outdoors Integrate the River into school curriculum o Phys ed: fishing o Middle school science

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Wildlife habitat -“what animals will you see?” Classes Crane Foundation Boys and Girls Club 4H Aldo Leopold Zoo – river otter

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Signage o Historical markers o Dam removal Fishing Kayak/canoe clinics – whitewater park – teaching (3) Sediment loading to river/reduction

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Signage (2) Planned events (1) Marketing/Advertising (paddle, family, nature) (1) Business tourism servicing tourists (1) Access/ Paddle up to businesses (1) Beer garden/outdoor bar (1) Bank erosion – potential grant opportunities. Is there funding for private properties? Increase parking ADA Outfitter/shuttle Trash receptacles and maintenance

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Ordinance/regulation to protect and allow uses Food sales o Food trucks o Restaurants – closer to corridor Improvements – drive economics Leave no trace – adopt Websites and mapping – on all communities’ websites ID various trips along the river for more access ID land – public or obtain Stress beauty Bike rental Beach development – nicer access

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Better agricultural practices (5) o Cattle in river River cleanup (4) o Local businesses sponsor river section - similar to adopt a highway Salt, sand storage at CWM parking lot and salt at Gander and West Dayl Plaza parking lot (2) Wetland restoration (1) Regular maintenance (1) o Requires $$ o Cleanup needs Fish habitat –habitat restoration (1)

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Erosion prevention along banks – plant trees Fish cribs Water quality o Mud o Clarity Mud Invasive species removal Streambank improvements o Use something more aesthetically pleasing than rip rap Who is responsible for cleaning up? Ex: log jams Fix wave by Driftless Glenn

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Water quality (6) o Clarity o Sediment o Trash o Runoff Ag runoff (4) o Animals in river Paddle sports store â&#x20AC;&#x201C; rentals? (3) Depth: shallow for paddling (1) Lack of accessible businesses (1) Put in and take out points (1) Shuttling Blockage/ need to portage Insects in slow flow areas Lack of restrooms Lack of fish Eye sores Steep and muddy banks

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Poorly thought out development Restrooms at put in and take out points Marketing/advertising the corridor Access Lack of education Accessibility Predictability Lack of connections Fallen trees/debris/cleanup needed o Log jams Carp upstream Not the Apple River Hwy 12-Haskins Haskins to Shaw Connections between known points for access along river (on river) Kayak/canoe rentals

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Whitewater (8) Fishing (5) Economic opportunity for tourism (3) Potential eco-tourism (2) Variety of rec opportunities (1) Trails Different sections and skills o Good for intro paddling Good size river Water Scenic Education opportunity Scenic beauty Connecting trails Dam removal Free flowing Living environment Pride History

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Habitat Partnership opportunity Multiple entities on board in planning Community build Location Proximity to cities o Madison Lack of density Lack of development Potential for development A lot to do in the area Rails to trails opportunities (possible redevelopment of Passenger Depot) Public riverwalk â&#x20AC;&#x201C; access through rapids corridor Level walking Connectedness of the corridor Opportunity for recreation

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Potential for future balanced development Usage of river Central location in WI for river usage Possibilities Places to shop and eat too Surrounding communities Coordinate with other planning efforts Local and regional paddle destination

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Uninhibited stretch Recreation Parks Health-well being Connections o GST o 400 o Ice Age

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Polluted Connector Parks Agriculture Historic Calming Habitat Fishing Green space Railroad Mounds Wildlife

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Fun Potential Paddling Whitewater Meandering Degraded Shallow Underused Asset Scenic Muddy Opportunity Recreation Unpredictable Resource