HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity of Tamarac Resolution R-2008-064Temp Reso. #11401
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April 30, 2008
CITY OF TAMARAC, FLORIDA
RESOLUTION NO. R-2008 -�
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
TAMARAC, FLORIDA AUTHORIZING THE APPROPRIATE CITY
OFFICIALS TO SUBMIT A GRANT APPLICATION TO THE
FLORIDA COMMUNITIES TRUST FOR FLORIDA FOREVER
PROGRAM FUNDS FOR THE TAMARAC RECLAMATION PARK
PROJECT IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $736,800;
PROVIDING FOR A CASH MATCH OF $2,000,000 IN LOCAL
FUNDS FOR A TOTAL PROJECT COST OF $2,736,800;
PROVIDING FOR ACCEPTANCE OF THE AWARD AND
EXECUTION OF DOCUMENTS UPON APPROVAL OF THE
APPLICATION; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING
FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
WHEREAS, the City Commission of the City of Tamarac desires to provide its
residents and visitors with a higher level of service by enhancing and improving its outdoor
recreation facilities and environment; and
WHEREAS, the City of Tamarac Comprehensive Plan contains elements providing for
conservation, recreation and open space; and
WHEREAS, the Florida Communities Trust through the Florida Forever grant program
provides funds to local governments to implement conservation, recreation and open space
elements of local comprehensive plans; and
WHEREAS, the City of Tamarac was awarded $2,000,000 toward the acquisition of
the Chevron parcel located at 5650 Pine Island Road (also known as OS-159 Tamarac
Open Space reclamation) through the Broward County Safe Parks and Land Preservation
Bond Program for the purposes of meeting the conservation, recreation and open space
elements of the City of Tamarac Comprehensive Plan; and
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WHEREAS, the City wishes to obtain the balance of the cost of the Chevron parcel
and related acquisition costs through the Florida Communities Trust in an amount not to
exceed $736,800; and
WHEREAS, the City is willing to match the 2008 Florida Forever grant program
request, not to exceed $736,800, with $2,000,000 in local funds from the Broward County
Safe Parks and Land Preservation Bond Program for a total project cost of $2,736,800 in the
event of approval of the application; and
WHEREAS, acceptance of these grant funds requires the amending of estimated
revenues and expenditures within the Grants Fund Budget; and
WHEREAS, the Assistant City Manager and the Director of Parks and Recreation
recommend approval; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission of the City of Tamarac deems it to be in the best
interest of the citizens and residents of the City of Tamarac to submit an application to the
Florida Communities Trust for Florida Forever grant program funds for the Tamarac
Reclamation Project for City residents.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
TAMARAC, FLORIDA:
Section 1: The foregoing "WHEREAS" clauses are HEREBY ratified and confirmed as
being true and correct and are HEREBY made a specific part of this resolution.
Section 2: The appropriate City Officials are HEREBY authorized to submit a grant
application not to exceed $736,800 to the Florida Communities Trust providing for a cash
match in local funds of $2,000,000 for a total project cost of $2,736,800 in the event of
approval of the application. A blank copy of the application is attached hereto as Exhibit A.
Section 3: Upon approval of the application, the appropriate City Officials are
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HEREBY authorized to accept the award and execute the necessary documents following
legal review and approval.
Section 4: Upon approval of the grant award, the appropriate City Officials are
HEREBY authorized to amend the Grants Fund Budget in an amount not to exceed $736,800
and appropriate said funds including any and all subsequent budgetary transfers to be in
accordance with proper accounting standards.
Section 5: All resolutions or parts of resolutions in conflict herewith are HEREBY
repealed to the extent of such conflict.
Section 6: If any clause, section, other part or application of this Resolution is held by
any court of competent jurisdiction to be unconstitutional or invalid, in part or in application,
it shall not affect the validity of the remaining portion or applications of this Resolution.
Section 7: This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its passage and
adoption.
PASSED, ADOPTED AND APPROVED this day of , 2008.
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BETH FLANSBAUM-TALABISCO
MAYOR
ATTEST:
MARION SWENSON, CMC
CITY CLERK
I HEREBY CERTIFY that
I have approved this
RESOLUTION as to form.
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SAMUtL S. GOREN��
CITY ATTORNEY
RECORD OF COMMISSION VOTE:
MAYOR FLANSBAUM-TALABISCC
DIST 1: COMM PORTNER�
DIST 2: COMM ATKINS-GRAD_
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DIST 4: COMM. DRESSLER
Florida Communities Trust
Florida Forever Program
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(Descriptive project name)
APPLICANT NAME
Application Form FCT-4
(Name of Local Government or Nonprofit Environmental Organization)
If Nonprofit Environmental Organization, also provide the required information requested on Exhibits M and N.
3. PARTNERSHIP APPLICATION
Is this a Partnership Application between two or more Local Governments or Nonprofit Environmental Organizations?
YES NO
If yes, provide the name(s) of the Local Government(s) or Nonprofit Environmental Organization(s). Also, provide an
application transmittal letter from the partnering agency.
4. KEY CONTACT PERSON
Note: The key contact is required to be an employee of the Local Government or designated representative of the Nonprofit
Environmental Organization. Identify only one key contact person.
Key Contact Name
First
Title
Department/Nonprofit Environmental Organization
Mailing Address
City
Phone Number
E-mail Address
Chief Administrator for the Local Government
Middle Initial
Fax Number
Name Phone Number
Last
FL Zip Code
Note: If the Applicant's principal office address is a post office box, a delivery address is also required.
Delivery Address
City
5. PROJECT SITE LOCATION
FL Zip Code
County Section Township Range _
Note: Cite only one Section, Township and Range to indicate where all or most of the project acreage is located.
directional designations (Township either North or South — Range either East or West).
TOTAL PROJECT ACREAGE
Include all
Indicate the approximate acreage of the Project Site.
Acres
Form FCT-4 (Effective 02-19-07) Page 1
7. ACQUISITION TYPE
The Applicant must fill out one or more of the following acquisition types, as appropriate.
PRE -ACQUIRED
The entire Project Site has been Pre -acquired by the Applicant through a Voluntarily -Negotiated Transaction within 24
months prior to the application deadline.
PARTIAL PRE -ACQUIRED
A portion of the Project Site has been Pre -acquired by the Applicant through a Voluntarily -Negotiated Transaction within 24
months prior to the application deadline.
REIMBURSEMENT ACQUISITION
The entire Project Site or the remaining un-acquired parcel(s) in the Project Site will be acquired by the Applicant through a
Voluntarily -Negotiated Transaction and will be reimbursed by FCT after the Acquisition is completed.
JOINT ACQUISITION
The entire Project Site or remaining un-acquired parcel(s) will be a Joint Acquisition with both FCT and the Applicant
participating in the Acquisition process.
Number of separate ownerships to be acquired within the Project Site.
Note: For a Project Site that consists of eleven or more ownerships, the Applicant will be required to act as the lead party
responsible for the Acquisition activities.
8. ESTIMATED PROJECT COSTS
Enter an amount on each line and round to the nearest hundred dollars.
a. Land purchase price (estimated or actual) $
b. Acquisition costs (estimated or actual)
Cost of certified survey(s), appraisal(s), appraisal review(s), title report(s), $
title insurance premium(s), environmental audit(s), and
Applicant's acquisition agent(s) fees or commission.
c. Total Project Costs [Add a. and b.]
9. AWARD AMOUNT AND MATCH
Dollar Amount Percentage of Award
a. FCT grant award amount (1) $
b. Match amount (2) $
c. Total Project Costs [Add a. and b.] $
(Should equal 8.c above)
% (2 decimal places)
% (2 decimal places)
100 %
(1) The total amount of any Award or combination of Awards applied for by any Local Government(s) or Nonprofit Environmental
Organization(s) under any Application(s) or Partnership Application(s) for any project(s) shall not exceed ten percent of the total
Florida Forever Funds advertised as available for award in the Notice of Application Period announcing the cycle. In no case shall any
Applicant be awarded more than $10 million during any one cycle.
(2) A 25% minimum Match is required except for Awards to counties with a population of 75,000 or fewer, municipalities with a
population of 10,000 or fewer, and qualified Nonprofit Environmental Organizations. Florida Forever Funds cannot be used as Match.
Form FCT-4 (Effective 02-19-07) Page 2
10. SOURCE OF MATCH
Check the appropriate response(s) below to indicate eligible source(s) of Match:
Existing or future cash from the Applicant.
Value of real property owned by the Applicant in a qualified pre -acquisition.
Note: Include lands within the Project Site that were Pre -acquired within 24 months prior to the application deadline
that are to be used as part of the Match.
Cash or grant from federal, state, regional, county, municipal, or other agency.
Cash from a private Donation.
Value of real property donated by the landowner in a documented bargain sale or Donation agreement.
Note: If the source of the Match is from a third party, provide documentation indicating source and amount.
11. OTHER FUNDING SOURCES
Have you applied for funding or received other grant funding for Acquisition for this project through another federal, state,
regional, county, municipal, or other land acquisition program(s) or agency(s)?
YES NO
If yes, provide the name(s) of the agency(s) or land acquisition program(s) to which you have applied or received funding.
If you have or will receive other grant funds for the Acquisition of the Project Site, please provide a table listing the:
Acquisition cost for the Project Site;
Funds the Applicant provided towards the acquisition costs;
Funds from other sources used in the Acquisition; and
The appraised value of the Project Site.
12. COMMUNITY PROFILE
Provide the following information for the Local Government where the Project Site is located.
Approximately square miles.
Population:
Note: Use the latest estimate of resident population from the most recent edition of Florida Estimates of Population, as
published by the Population Division, Bureau of Economic and Business Research, University of Florida.
If the Project Site is located in the unincorporated county — complete the following information (use approximate
percentages):
Existing land uses in the County are percent residential, percent recreation/open space, percent
industrial, percent commercial, and percent agricultural.
If the Project Site is located in an incorporated municipality — complete the following information (use approximate
percentages):
The municipality is approximately percent built out. Existing land uses are percent residential land,
percent recreation/open space, percent industrial, percent commercial, and percent vacant.
13.SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Please provide the following supplemental information:
a. The Florida House of Representatives district number that includes the Project Site:
b. The Florida Senate district number that includes the Project Site.
c. The Regional Planning Council that includes the Project Site:
d. The Water Management District that includes the Project Site:
Form FCT-4 (Effective 02-19-07) Page 3
OWNERSHIP AND ACQUISITION PLAN
List all property owners and parcel tax identification numbers for all parcels. If the project has been Pre -acquired, provide
the closing date and a copy of the signed closing statement on Exhibit P.
An Acquisition Plan is required for Project Sites with multiple parcels or owners to identify the priority parcel(s) and the
general acquisition order of other parcels to ensure that, in the event that all parcels cannot be acquired, the purposes of
the project can be achieved.
List the specific order in which the parcels in the project will be acquired. Acquisition of the Project Site will begin with the
priority 1 parcel(s). Parcels may be grouped by priority and more than one parcel may be categorized as priority 1, 2, 3,
etc.
Requirement: Provide a willing owner letter for all parcels listed below (Exhibit O).
Priority Owner's Name Parcel Tax ID Number Date of Closing
Owner's Mailing Address
Priority Owner's Name
Owner's Mailing Address
Priority Owner's Name
Owner's Mailing Address
Priority Owner's Name
Owner's Mailing Address
Use additional pages if needed
Parcel Tax ID Number
Parcel Tax ID Number
Parcel Tax ID Number
Phone
Date of Closing
Phone
Date of Closing
Phone
Date of Closing
Phone
Form FCT-4 (Effective 02-19-07)
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PROJECT SUMMARY
In the space below: Provide a discussion of the purposes of the project, existing and future uses, existing and proposed
physical improvements, natural and historic resources, and resource protection and enhancement activities.
Include the size of any existing or proposed buildings. Indicate if any easements, concessions, or leases exist or are
proposed.
The project summary is to be no more than one page.
Form FCT-4 (Effective 02-19-07) Page 5
PROJECT EVALUATION CRITERIA
Answer the following questions, as applicable to the proposed project. Where requested, provide references to the Local
Comprehensive Plan, support documentation or attached Exhibits.
Note: Provide a response to each of the following criteria, either yes or no. If the answer to a criterion is checked no,
move to the next question. If the answer to a criterion is checked yes, provide a response as appropriate and limit your
response to no more than % page. Any criterion that is not addressed or is left blank will not be evaluated and no
points will be awarded.
(1) GENERAL CRITERIA SECTION
(a) Pre -acquired project: Has the entire Project Site been Pre -acquired by the Applicant within 24 months prior to the
application deadline? (10 points)
YES NO
If yes, provide a copy of the closing statement on Exhibit P.
(b) Is the Project Site part of a Phased Project that was previously acquired with FCT funds? (5 points)
YES NO
If yes, identify the project number of the previously funded FCT project and describe the phased nature of the project.
(c) The Applicant is committed to providing:
Check yes to only one of the following, if applicable.
(1) Local Government (medium to large). -
Counties with a population of more than 75,000, municipalities with a population of more than 10,000.
a. A Match of 40 to 49% of the total Project Costs. (10 points)
YES NO
b. A Match of 50 to 59% of the total Project Costs. (20 points)
YES NO
c. A Match of 60% or more of the total Project Costs. (25 points)
YES NO
(2) Small Local Government or Nonprofit Environmental Organization. -
Counties with a population of 75,000 or less, municipalities with a population of 10,000 or less.
a. A Match of 10 to 19% of the total Project Costs. (10 points)
YES NO
b. A Match of 20 to 29% of the total Project Costs. (20 points)
YES NO
c. A Match of 30% or more of the total Project Costs. (25 points)
YES NO
Form FCT-4 (Effective 02-19-07) Page 6
(d) Is this the Applicant's first Application to FCT or has the Applicant submitted previous Application(s) none of which
were funded or if funded, no parcels were ever acquired? (5 points)
Note: In the case of a Partnership Application, refer to the Application Instruction Guide.
YES NO
(e) Will the project provide an alternative to the fee simple acquisition of land through the acquisition of conservation
easement(s)? (5 points)
YES NO
If yes, locate the proposed area to be acquired in less than fee on Exhibit D, discuss the type and purpose of the
conservation easement, and provide a letter from the owner expressing his willingness to sell a conservation
easement over the parcel.
(2) OUTDOOR RECREATION, NATURAL AND CULTURAL RESOURCES SECTION
This section identifies whether Acquisition of the Project Site furthers the provision of Outdoor Recreation facilities and
open space and the preservation of natural and cultural resources. All proposed recreation facilities are required to be
designed with as minimal disturbance as possible to natural resources on the Project Site.
(a) Outdoor Recreation and Open Space
1. Will the project provide Outdoor Recreation area or open space adjacent to existing publicly -owned upland area, such
as an existing park, museum, school, library, or public affordable housing complex? (5 points)
YES NO
If yes, identify adjacent existing publicly -owned upland area and locate the parcel on Exhibit K or other appropriate exhibit.
Discuss how the adjacent parcel will be linked with the Project Site and how the proposed recreation or open space area
will enhance the adjacent publicly -owned land.
2. Will the project include new or enhanced land -based nature, bike, equestrian, or multi -use trail(s) that is at least'/4 mile
in length? (5 points)
YES NO
If yes, show the proposed trail on the conceptual site plan, Exhibit K.
3. Will the project provide Outdoor Recreation facilities, such as a picnic pavilion, fishing pier, wildlife observation
platform, playground, basketball court, volleyball court, etc.?
Check yes to only one of the following, if applicable:
a. The project includes two or three Outdoor Recreation facilities. (5 points)
YES NO
If yes, describe what facilities will be provided. Show the proposed facilities on the conceptual site plan, Exhibit K.
b. The project includes four or more Outdoor Recreation facilities. (10 points)
YES NO
If yes, describe what facilities will be provided. Show the proposed facilities on the conceptual site plan, Exhibit K
Form FCT-4 (Effective 02-19-07) Page 7
4. Will the project provide access facilities to an existing open water shoreline or beach, such as a fishing pier,
observation platform, dock or dune walkover, and be managed for recreation uses? (5 points)
YES NO
If yes, describe what shoreline access facility will be provided and discuss how it will be managed for recreation use.
Show the proposed facility on the conceptual site plan, Exhibit K.
5. Will the project further Outdoor Recreation or open space in an Urban Area?
a. Is the Project Site located within an existing Urban Service Area? (5 points)
YES NO
If yes, describe the existing Urban Service Area. Provide maps and aerial photographs that support the response.
b. Is the Project Site located within an Urban Service Area and also within '/z mile of a built-up commercial or
industrial area? (5 points)
YES NO
If yes, describe the land use within % mile of the site. Provide maps and aerial photographs that support the
response.
Note: To qualify for this criterion, criterion 5.a should be answered yes.
(b) Connectivity
1. Is the Project Site accessible by an existing sidewalk or will be connected to an adjacent sidewalk? (5 points)
YES NO
If yes, show the location of the existing or proposed sidewalks on Exhibits K and L Discuss how the sidewalk will connect
the Project Site to the surrounding neighborhood.
2. Is the Project Site adjacent to, or does it include, a Recreational Trail that connects to an existing local, regional or
statewide land -based Recreational Trail System or the Preferred Routing for the Florida National Scenic Trail? (5 points)
YES NO
If yes, identify the local, regional or statewide trail system and discuss how the project will enhance the system. Provide
a map of the trail system and identify the location of the Project Site.
Note: A Recreational Trail does not include canoe trails, sidewalks, or bike lanes on the road.
3. Will the project enhance or connect a local, regional or statewide Ecological Corridor? (5 points)
YES NO
If yes, identify the local, regional or statewide network of Ecological Corridors and discuss how the project will enhance
the network. Provide a map of the Ecological Corridor and identify the location of the Project Site.
4. Will the project further a locally adopted Ecological Corridor or Recreational Trail System plan? (5 points)
YES NO
If yes, provide a copy or a portion of the locally Ecological Corridor or Recreational Trail System plan, including a map of
the Ecological Corridor or Recreational Trail System, and identify the location of the Project Site.
Form FCT-4 (Effective 02-19-07) Page 8
5. Will the project enhance a State Designated Paddling Trail by providing facilities, including a paddling trail sign,
canoe/kayak launch, and restrooms? (5 points)
YES NO
If yes, include a commitment to provide paddling trail sign, canoe/kayak launch, and restrooms on the Project Site.
Provide a map of the State Designated Paddling Trail and identify the location of the Project Site. Provide
documentation that the trail has been designated by the Office of Greenways and Trails.
(c) Educational Opportunities
1. Will the Project Site include an interpretive kiosk or interpretive signs intended to educate visitors about the natural
environment or unique history of the area? (5 points)
YES NO
If yes, describe the interpretive educational signs to be provided.
2. Will the Applicant provide at least 12 environmental or historical education classes or programs per year at the Project
Site conducted by trained educator(s) or resource professional (s)? (5 points)
YES NO
If yes, identify who will be conducting the classes or programs; describe the classes or programs to be provided, and the
frequency of the planned programs.
3. Will the Project Site include a staffed nature center, museum building, or Neighborhood Recreation Center to provide
year round educational classes or programming? (5 points)
YES NO
If yes, describe the proposed facility, the size of the proposed facility, and who will provide the programming.
Note: The facility should be a minimum of 1,000 square feet and no larger than 15,000 square feet.
(d) Natural and Biological Resources
1. Does the land cover on the Project Site consist of predominantly Natural Communities that have not been impacted by
human disturbance or alteration? (5 points)
YES NO
If yes, describe the various Natural Communities on the Project Site, including the quality of the communities, and the
approximate acreage of each community. Describe the extent and acreage of the disturbances or alterations on the
Project Site.
Note: Predominantly natural equates to approximately 70 percent coverage.
2. Does the Project Site contain a Locally Significant Natural Area as identified by the Florida Natural Areas Inventory?
(5 points)
YES NO
If yes, provide a map and letter from the Florida Natural Areas Inventory that the Project Site contains a Locally Significant
Natural Area.
3. Does the Project Site contain Habitat recognized as typically suitable for one or more Listed Animal Species? (5 points)
YES NO
If yes, describe the Habitat on the Project Site and identify any listed species that may use the site as Habitat. Discuss the
present condition of the Habitat, the approximate size of the Habitat in acres and how it will be protected and managed.
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4. Does the Project Site contain critical habitat typically suitable for one or more Listed Animal Species and is the site
located in a Strategic Habitat Conservation Area, as identified by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission?
(5 points)
YES NO
If yes, provide a map and letter from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission that the Project Site contains
a Strategic Habitat Conservation Area.
(e) Vegetative Enhancement
1. Will invasive exotic vegetation be removed from the Project Site? (5 points)
YES NO
If yes, describe the type and extent of the invasive exotic vegetation on the Project Site. Describe what activities are
proposed for removal and to keep the site free of invasive exotic vegetation-
2- Will a significant portion of the upland area on the Project Site be planted with native vegetation? (5 points)
YES NO
If yes, discuss the approximate number and types of native plants to be planted. Show the approximate area that will be
planted on the conceptual site plan, Exhibit K.
3. Will a significant portion of the wetland area on the Project Site be planted with native vegetation? (5 points)
YES NO
If yes, discuss the approximate number and types of native wetland vegetation to be planted. Show the approximate area
that will be planted with native wetland vegetation on the conceptual site plan, Exhibit K.
(f) Water Quality
1. Will the quality of surface waters or current flooding problems occurring on adjacent land or land in close proximity to
the Project Site be improved by the installation of stormwater facilities on the Project Site that provide wildlife Habitat
and/or open space in a park -like setting? (5 points)
YES NO
If yes, discuss the existing water quality or flooding problems. Describe the proposed stormwater facilities and how they
will be designed to provide wildlife Habitat and/or open space in a park -like setting. Show the proposed facilities on
Exhibit K.
2. Will acquiring the Project Site protect an adjacent Outstanding Florida Water, as designated by the Department of
Environmental Protection? (5 points)
YES NO
If yes, provide a map or other documentation showing that the boundary of the Project Site is located adjacent to an
Outstanding Florida Water.
3. Will acquiring the Project Site protect adjacent Class I Waters, as identified by the Department of Environmental
Protection, or is the Project Site in a locally designated wellfield protection zone? (5 points)
YES NO
If yes, provide a map or other documentation showing that the boundary of the Project Site is located adjacent to a Class I
Water or in a wellfield protection zone.
Form FCT-4 (Effective 02-19-07) Page 10
(g) Historic Resources
1. Does the Project Site contain, or is the Project Site within % mile of, a site listed in the Florida Master Site File
maintained by the Division of Historical Resources? (5 points)
YES NO
If yes, identify the resource, show its location in relationship to the Project Site, and provide the Master Site File number.
2. Will acquiring the Project Site protect a resource that is listed in the Florida Master Site File and also recognized by a
local historic board or the Division of Historical Resources as being historically significant at the local, regional or state
level? (5 points)
YES NO
If yes, identify the resource, its location on the Project Site and document its historical significance. Identify which
governmental agency, board or expert in the field identified the resource as being significant.
3. Will acquiring the Project Site protect a resource that is listed on the National Register of Historic Places by the National
Park Service? (5 points)
YES NO
If yes, identify the resource, its location on the Project Site, and document the National Register listing.
(3) COMMUNITY PLANNING SECTION
(a) Comprehensive Plan Implementation
For each of the following criteria that are furthered by the Local Comprehensive Plan, cite no more than five (5) relevant
objectives or policies in each response.
If the response to a criterion is no, move to the next question. If the response to a criterion is yes, cite the objective or
policy number and paraphrase the plan directive, provide a brief discussion of how acquiring the site will further the cited
objective or policy, and include a copy of the objective or policy in Exhibit A. If a criterion addresses specific resources or
facilities, they must be present on the Project Site in order for points to be awarded.
If the Project Site is located entirely in one Local Government jurisdiction, the Local Comprehensive Plan of the jurisdiction
within which the Project Site is located shall be evaluated for scoring purposes. If the Project Site is located in two or more
jurisdictions, the Local Comprehensive Plan of either jurisdiction shall be compared for compatibility and evaluated for
scoring purposes. If either jurisdiction's Local Comprehensive Plan is furthered then points will be awarded.
1. Will the project provide acreage or outdoor recreational facilities necessary to maintain or improve adopted levels of
service standards established in the comprehensive plan for recreation or open space? (5 points)
YES NO
Numeric citation and summary of objectives or policies:
Summary of how the project furthers the objectives or policies:
2. Will the project further comprehensive plan directives that ensure Acquisition of natural areas or open space through
public Acquisition? (5 points)
YES NO
Numeric citation and summary of objectives or policies:
Summary of how the project furthers the objectives or policies:
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3. Will the project further comprehensive plan directives to provide new or enhanced public access to existing water
bodies or saltwater beaches? (5 points)
YES NO
Numeric citation and summary of objectives or policies:
Summary of how the project furthers the objectives or policies:
4. Will the project further comprehensive plan directives that provide for creating new or enhanced Greenways,
Ecological Corridors or Recreational Trail Systems? (5 points)
YES NO
Numeric citation and summary of objectives or policies:
Summary of how the project furthers the objectives or policies:
5. Will the project further comprehensive plan directives that ensure the preservation of Natural Communities or Listed
Animal Species Habitat? (5 points)
YES NO
Numeric citation and summary of objectives or policies:
Summary of how the project furthers the objectives or policies:
6. Will the project further comprehensive plan directives that provide for coordination between the Local Government
and other federal, state and local agencies or Nonprofit Environmental Organizations in managing natural areas or open
space or furthering the completion of the Florida National Scenic Trail? (5 points)
YES NO
Numeric citation and summary of objectives or policies:
Summary of how the project furthers the objectives or policies:
7. Will the project further comprehensive plan directives that provide for restoring or enhancing degraded natural areas
such as restoration of Natural Communities, restoration of natural hydrology or removal of non-native vegetation?
(5 points)
YES NO
Numeric citation and summary of objectives or policies. -
Summary of how the project furthers the objectives or policies:
8. Will the project further comprehensive plan directives that ensure the protection or enhancement of surface water
quality by addressing non -point pollution through enhanced stormwater treatment? (5 points)
YES NO
Numeric citation and summary of objectives or policies:
Summary of how the project furthers the objectives or policies. -
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9. Will the project further comprehensive plan directives that ensure the preservation of historical, cultural or
archaeological features? (5 points)
Note. The site must contain a feature or have a high probability that a feature is present on the site.
YES NO
Numeric citation and summary of objectives or policies. -
Summary of how the project furthers the objectives or policies:
10. Is the Project Site located in an area that has been identified for redevelopment in the comprehensive plan and has
been locally designated as an urban infill, urban redevelopment or downtown revitalization area as defined in Section
163.31K F.S.? (5 points)
YES NO
Numeric citation and summary of objectives or policies:
Summary of how the project furthers the objectives or policies:
(b) Hazard Mitigation
1. Flood Hazard Area: Is all or a portion of the Project Site located in a coastal high hazard area or a 100- year
floodplain? (5 points)
YES NO
If yes, provide a map identifying the 100-year flood plain or coastal high hazard area and location of the Project Site on
Exhibit J.
2. Designated Brownfield Area: Will the project provide recreational opportunities or open space within a state designated
brownfield area? (5 points)
YES NO
If the Project Site has known contaminants, discuss how the site contamination will be remediated to allow for the provision
of open space or Outdoor Recreation activities.
(c) Priority Investment Areas
Review each of the following statements and check all that apply to the project. Responses without supporting
documentation will not be evaluated and points will not be awarded.
Will the Project Site provide new or enhanced Outdoor Recreation or open space within the following areas?
1. Front Porch Community: Is the Project Site located within a designated Front Porch Community? (10 points)
YES NO
If yes, provide a map that identifies the boundary of the designated area and the location of the Project Site.
2. Florida Main Street Community: Is the Project Site located within an active Florida Main Street Community?
(10 points)
YES NO
If yes, provide a map that identifies the boundary of the designated area and the location of the Project Site,
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3. Waterfront Florida Community: Is the Project Site located within a current or previously designated Waterfront Florida
Community? (10 points)
YES NO
If yes, provide a map that identifies the boundary of the designated area and the location of the Project Site.
4. Low-income Community: Is the Project Site located within a designated Low-income Community? (10 points)
YES NO
If yes, provide a map that identifies the boundary of the designated area and the location of the Project Site.
5. Rural Area of Critical Economic Concern: Is the Project Site located within a designated Rural Area of Critical
Economic Concern? (10 points)
YES NO
If yes, provide a map that identifies the boundary of the designated area.
6. Urban Redevelopment: Is the Project Site located within a locally designated Community Redevelopment Area, as
defined in Section 163.340? (10 points)
YES NO
If yes, provide a map that identifies the boundary of the designated area and the location of the Project Site.
7. Area of Critical State Concern: Is the project site located within a current or previously designated Area of Critical State
Concern, pursuant to Section 380.05, F.S.? (10 points)
YES NO
If yes, provide a map that identifies the boundary of the designated area.
(4) PROJECT EXCELLENCE SECTION
Does the proposed project exemplify project excellence based on issues not adequately addressed by the evaluation
criteria, such as whether the proposed project exhibits strong community -based support, possesses exemplary
characteristics, highlights regional coordination in the protection of natural resources, assists an otherwise disadvantaged
community, or voluntarily helps resolve land use conflicts? (Up to 10 points)
YES NO
If yes, describe how the project provides for other community needs in a manner that was not adequately evaluated by the
criteria established elsewhere in this Application. Include documentation, if needed.
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REQUIRED EXHIBITS
Each of the following exhibits is required to be submitted with the grant Application. Provide a label and tab for each
exhibit and please ensure that all exhibits are legible and of an appropriate scale. If two or more exhibits are consolidated,
make sure this is reflected on the exhibit label. If a specific exhibit is not applicable, include an exhibit page with a
statement that it is "Not Applicable." Locate the exhibits behind the project evaluation criteria section of the Application.
Exhibits
A. A copy of each Local Comprehensive Plan objective and policy cited in the grant Application that applies to the
Project Site. Please highlight or underline the applicable plan directive being referenced.
B. A copy of all proposed Local Comprehensive Plan amendments cited in the grant Application that apply to the Project
Site-
C. A United States Geological Survey 7'/z-minute quadrangle map with the Project Site location clearly delineated-
D. A county property appraiser's tax map delineating the Project Site boundary, access points, names of property
owners, parcel tax identification numbers, road names and ownership boundaries using an appropriate scale.
E. An aerial photograph at 1 inch = 2,000 feet or greater detail, with the Project Site boundary clearly delineated-
F. A map that depicts Natural Communities found on the Project Site, utilizing the classification system identified in the
Florida Natural Areas Inventory publication "Guide to the Natural Communities of Florida" or other appropriate
classification system. Clearly delineate the Project Site boundary and include the approximate acreage of each Natural
Community on the Project Site.
G. A map that identifies any existing physical improvements, alterations or disturbances occurring on the Project Site,
such as cleared areas, buildings, roads, fences, docks, power lines, billboards, borrow pits, etc. Clearly delineate the
Project Site boundary and include the approximate acreage of improvements or disturbed areas.
Identify any existing or proposed utility, road, or other easements or rights -of -way on the Project Site.
H. A Future Land Use Map covering the Project Site and surrounding area that shows the location of the Project Site.
I. A map that identifies lands within a three-mile radius of the Project Site that are used for natural resource
conservation and Outdoor Recreation, such as parks, preserves, wildlife management areas, Greenways, Recreational
Trail Systems, etc. Clearly delineate the location of the Project Site on the map.
J. A map depicting the 100-year floodplain, the coastal high -hazard area or a wellfield protection zone with the Project
Site boundary clearly delineated.
K. A conceptual site plan for the project that clearly delineates the Project Site boundary and shows the approximate
location of all proposed facilities and improvements on the Project Site.
L. One set of labeled photographs of the Project Site, to be included in the original Application, that documents on -
site features such as existing structures, disturbed areas, Natural Communities, and historical or archaeological features.
Include a legend that identifies the site location and subject matter of each photograph.
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M. If the Applicant is a Nonprofit Environmental Organization, evidence of status of the organization, including
documentation from the Internal Revenue Service that the organization is recognized as a 501(c)(3) organization, a copy
of the Bylaws, and a copy of the Articles of Incorporation.
N. If the Applicant is a Nonprofit Environmental Organization which anticipates being designated as the management
entity, the Nonprofit Environmental Organization shall provide documentation that they have funds on hand, or letters of
commitment to provide the funds prior to closing on the Project Site, in an amount equal to ten percent of the Project Cost
to be set aside as a management endowment fund for the Project Site.
The Nonprofit Environmental Organization shall provide a guaranty or pledge by a Local Government, the Water
Management District, the Florida Division of Forestry, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, or the
Florida Department of Environmental Protection to act as a backup manager to take over the responsibility for
management of the Project Site in the event the Nonprofit Environmental Organization is unable to.
O. Letter from the owner(s) of each parcel(s), as identified in the Application, indicating their willingness to consider an
offer.
P. If a Project Site is Pre -acquired, the Applicant shall provide copies of a signed closing statement for each Pre -
acquired parcel. If a closing statement is not available at the time of the application submittal, then a copy of the
contract for each of the Pre -acquired parcels shall be provided and a copy of the closing statements shall be provided
within 14 days after the application deadline.
Also, provide a statement that condemnation or threat of condemnation was not used to acquire the parcel(s).
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