HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity of Tamarac Resolution R-2003-114Temporary Resolution #10119
May 12, 2003
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CITY OF TAMARAC, FLORIDA
RESOLUTION NO. R- 2003- 1 /
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF TAMARAC, FLORIDA AUTHORIZING
THE APPROPRIATE CITY OFFICIALS TO SEEK
$1,616,264 IN GRANT FUNDS THROUGH THE
FLORIDA COMMUNITIES TRUST'S FLORIDA
FOREVER PROGRAM FOR THE ACQUISITION OF
TAMARAC PRESERVATION PARK (KINGS POINT
REPLAT, PARCEL R) FOR CONSERVATION,
PRESERVATION OF OPEN SPACE, AND
RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROVIDING FOR
A $2,424,396 MATCH AND TOTAL PROJECT
COSTS OF $4,040,660; PROVIDING FOR
CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City of Tamarac Comprehensive Plan contains elements
providing for conservation, open space, and recreation; and
WHEREAS, the City acquired Tamarac Preservation Park (Kings Point Replat,
Parcel R) for the purposes of meeting the conservation, recreation and open space
elements of the City of Tamarac Comprehensive Plan; and
WHEREAS, the proposed preservation activities for Tamarac Preservation Park
(Kings Point Replat, Parcel R) include clearing exotics, removing debris, and
restoration and replanting of native species as a means to further the outdoor
recreation and natural resource protection needs identified in the City of Tamarac
Comprehensive Plan; and
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WHEREAS, the Florida Communities Trust, through the Florida Forever
Program, provides grants to assist local governments in implementing the
conservation, recreation and open space elements of local comprehensive plans; and
WHEREAS, City staff proposes and provides for appropriate Comprehensive
Plan Goals, Policies and Objectives; and
WHEREAS, the City provided multiple opportunities for public input including
both public meetings and public hearings to obtain and consider public input regarding
the acquisition of Tamarac Preservation Park (Kings Point Replat, Parcel R); and
WHEREAS, the City Commission of the City of Tamarac has an on -going
program of public participation through the activities of the Tamarac Parks and
Recreation Board; and
WHEREAS, the Tamarac Parks and Recreation Board recommended the
purchase and preservation of the Tamarac Preservation Park (Kings Point Replat,
Parcel R) for purposes of conservation, open space preservation, and the recreational
enhancements that will be accomplished if the grant is awarded; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida is requesting
40% of the total project costs for the acquisition of the Tamarac Preservation Park
(Kings Point Replat, Parcel R) from the Florida Communities Trust thereby agreeing to
provide a 60% local match; and
WHEREAS, the City Manager and Director of Parks and Recreation recommend
approval; and
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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 enhance open
space, recreation and park opportunities for the citizens of the City of Tamarac through
the submission of an application for a Florida Communities Trust Florida Forever grant
application, hereby attached as Exhibit A.
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 the
Florida Forever grant application to the Florida Communities Trust for $1,616,264
providing for a local match of $2,424,396 and a total project cost of $4,040,660
incurred relative to the acquisition of the Tamarac Preservation Park (Kings Point
Replat, Parcel R).
Section 3: All resolutions in conflict herewith are hereby repealed to the extent of
such conflict.
Section 4: 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.
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Section 5: This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its adoption.
PASSED, ADOPTED AND APPROVED this 281h day of May, 2003.
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MARION SWENSON, CMC
CITY CLERK
I HEREBY CERTIFY that
I have approved this
RESOLUTION as to form.
MITCHELL S,,-40
CITY ATTORN
E SCHREIBER, MA OR
RECORD OF COMMISSION VOTE:
MAYOR SCHREIBER
DIST 1: COMM. PORTNER
DIST 2: COMM. FLANSBAUM-TALABISCO
DIST 3: COMM. SULTANOF /
DIST 4: V/M ROBERTS
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Florida Communities Trust
Florida Forever Program
Application Form FF-2
Exhibit "A"
TR #10119
1. PROJECT NAME _ Preservation Park _
(Descriptive project name
2. APPLICANT NAME ___._....._ _City of Tamarac
(Name of local government or nonprofit environmental organization)
If nonprofit environmental organization, provide information requested in Exhibit M and N.
3. PARTNERSHIP APPLICATION
Is this a partnership application between two or more local governments or nonprofit Yes No
environmental organizations, as described in Rule 9K-7.002(26), F.A.C.? X
If "Yes," provide the name(s) of the local government(s) or nonprofit environmental organization(s).
Brow.ard_County - ..........
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 --_Diane M. Phillips
First Middle Initial Last
Title Assistant to the City Manager
Department/Nonprofit Organization _._ City -_Ma nager's_.ff..ice/City of Tamarac
Mailing Address 7525 -N_ W,_88th Avenue
City __Ta_mara_c_-......--..- FL Zip Code 33321
Note: If the applicant's principal office address is a post office box, a delivery address is also
required.
Delivery Address
City _. -.._ . - FL Zip Code
Phone Number (954),718- a
Primary SunCom (if applicable)
Fax Number (954) 724-2454
Primary SunCom (if applicable)
E-mail address (if applicable) DianePORamarac.org
5. PROJECT SITE LOCATION
County(ies) _. ___.. -_..._ Broward
Section 05 Township 49 S.outhRange 41 East
Note: Cite only one Section, Township and Range to indicate where all or most of the project acreage is
located. Include all directional desi nations i.e., Section 21, Township 1 South, Range 1 East .
Form FF-2 (Effective 5120102) Page 1
6. TOTAL PROJECT ACREAGE 15 Acres
Indicate the approximate acreage of the project site to two decimal points.
7. PRE -ACQUIRED PARCELS
The entire project site or a portion of the site has been pre -acquired by the applicant through a
voluntarily -negotiated transaction within 24 months prior to the application deadline. If so,
provide the owner's name(s), parcel tax identification number(s), and the closing date(s) of
each pre -acquired parcel.
Owner's Name
Lennar Land Partners
Parcel Tax ID Number
9105350030
Date of Closing
October 16, 2002 ......
8. REIMBURSEMENT ACQUISITION - Parcels to Be Acquired (Applicant conducts the entire
acquisition and is reimbursed by FCT after the acquisition is completed)
The entire project site or the remaining un-acquired parcel(s) in the site will be acquired by the
applicant through a voluntarily -negotiated transaction within 18 months after the application
deadline. If so, provide the owner's name(s), parcel tax identification number(s), and the
anticipated closing date(s) of each parcel.
Owner's Name Parcel Tax ID Number Date of Closing
For project sites with more than one parcel to be acquired, the applicant must complete the Acquisition
Plan on page 5.
9. JOINT ACQUISITION -Parcels to Be Acquired (The entire project site or remaining unacquired
parcel(s) will be a joint acquisition with both FCT and the applicant participating in the acquisition
process)
Number of separate parcels to be acquired within the project site
Number of separate ownerships to be acquired within the project site
Note: For a project site that consists of six or more ownerships to be acquired, the applicant will be
required to act as the lead party responsible for the acquisition activities, as described in
Rule 9K-7.003(6), F.A.C.
For projects with only one owner and one parcel, provide the owner's name, tax identification number,
address and phone number in the space provided below:
Owner's Name
Parcel Tax ID Number Owner's Address Phone
For project sites with more than one parcel to be acquired jointly with FCT, the applicant must
complete the Acquisition Plan on page 5.
Form FF-2 (Effective 5120102) Page 2
10. ESTIMATED PROJECT COSTS
Enter an amount on each line and round to the nearest hundred.
a. Land purchase price (estimated or actual) $ . 3,850,000 .___
b. Acquisition costs (estimated or actual) $ 190,660
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.] $ 4,040,660
11. AWARD AMOUNT AND MATCH
a. FCT grant award amount (1)
b. Match amount (2)
c. Total Project Costs [Add a. and b.]
(Should equal 10.c. above)
Dollar Amount Percentage of Award
$ 1,616,264 40 % (2 decimal places)
$ 2,424,396 60 % (2 decimal places)
$ 4,040,660 100 %
(1) The amount of any award or combination of awards to a local government or non-profit environmental
organization under any application or partnership application for any project(s) shall not exceed 10%
of the total Florida Forever funds advertised.
(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
as defined in Rule 9K-7.002(24), F.A.C. Florida Forever funds cannot be used as match.
12. LOCAL GOVERNMENT POPULATION (for 100% award requests) __..._. 50,440__.......__.___
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.
13. SOURCE OF MATCH
Check the appropriate response(s) below to indicate eligible source(s) of match:
X__.... 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 or within 18 months after the application deadline that are to be used as part
of the match.
X ... Cash or grant from regional, state or federal agency
Please specify source: State (FRDAP & LWCF), Broward County Land Preservaton
Program __
Cash from a private donation
Value of real property donated by the landowner in a documented bargain sale or donation
agreement.
Note: Include documentation letter from the owner.
Other.
Pleasespecify source:
Form FF-2 (Effective 5120102) Page 3
14. OTHER FUNDING SOURCES
Have you applied for funding for acquisition for this project through another federal, Yes No
regional or state land acquisition program(s)? X
If "Yes," provide the name(s) of the federal, regional, or state land acquisition program(s) to which you
have applied for funding.
The Broward County Land Preservation Program the.. State._ of Florida Landand Water Conservation
Fund., and the State of Florida Recreational Development and Assistance Program_____.
15. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Please provide the following supplemental information:
a. The Florida House of Representatives district number that includes the project site: 96
b. The Florida Senate district number that includes the project site: 33 ,
c. The Regional Planning Council that includes the project site: S. Florida Regional Planning Council
d. The Water Management District that includes the project site: S. Florida Water Management District
e. The name and address of the main newspaper that includes the area where the project site is
located:
Name Sun -Sentinel
Address _ 200_East Las Olas Blvd
City _._. Ft._ Lauderdale...._... . FL Zip Code 33301
Form FF-2 (Effective 5120102) Page 4
PROPOSED ACQUISITION PLAN
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. If all of the parcels are of equal priority and acquiring any of the parcels
will achieve the purposes of the project, categorize all as priority 1. Note: All parcels categorized as top
priority parcels must have a willing owner letter provided as Exhibit O as described on the list of
Required Exhibits.
Priority Owner's Name Parcel Tax ID Number Owner's Address Phone
Additional Comments:
Only one parcel to be ac uired.-.elan not required.
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In the space below:
1. 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.
2. Provide a descriptive statement of how the project will benefit the community.
In October of 1999, Broward County and its municipalities began an initiative to
develop a countywide interconnected network of waterways, greenways, and bicycle,
pedestrian and equestrian paths. As part of this ongoing effort, the City of Tamarac
began a major acquisition and renovation program to create new and improved
recreational and passive park opportunities within the City. One such acquisition
project is Preservation Park, which has been identified in the City's Parks, Recreation
and Social Services Master Plan. This project will secure 15 acres of vacant, cleared
property adjacent to an existing sports complex.
The purpose of this acquisition is to augment the City's park system, address
deficiencies in our green space comprehensive plan requirement, mitigate the impact
of further development, and provide an area of passive recreational activities. The
County has established a guideline of 3 acres of recreational area for every 1000
residents. At more than 56,000 residents, the City falls short of the guidelines and
currently only has 1.1 acres of park and designated greenspace per 1000 residents.
The City is approaching build -out and is currently 93% developed. This parcel
represents one of the last undeveloped large properties in the City.
The park addition will be primarily for passive recreation facilities but will also include
a few user -oriented recreational facilities. Plans include a multi -purpose trail, picnic
pavilion, educational kiosks, as well as canoe and fishing access to the large canal that
runs along the north and east portions of the property. The 80-foot wide canal flows
north into the South Florida Water Management District's C-14 Canal. This project will
significantly increase residents' access to water -related recreation.
The crescent -shaped parcel was partially cleared for development of multi -family
housing. Grasses and some foliage currently cover the property. In developing the
park, the City will reforest with native trees in an attempt to again attract wildlife, most
notably birds, to the park. The existing park is located in a medium to high density
mixed use area with very little open space in the immediate vicinity.
This existing park and the additional parcel will be located adjacent to a proposed
Broward County Bikeway that will connect the park to the C-14/Cypress Creek
Greenway and the C-13 Greenway. The park will ultimately serve as the hub for the
City's own interconnected park, bikeway and greenway system that will augment the
County's plan. The County's plan also includes connecting the C14/Cypress Creek
Greenway to the Everglades via a pedestrian bridge with a trailhead in the City of
Tamarac.
This project will benefit the community by protecting open space, providing increased
recreational opportunities and access to water -related activities, improving the tree
canopy with the planting of native trees, and ensuring the water quality of the adjacent
canal is maintained by mitigating the impacts of further development.
Form FF-2 (Effective 5120102) Page 6
PROJECT EVALUATION CRITERIA
Answer the following questions, if applicable to the proposed project. Where requested, provide references to
the local comprehensive plan, support documentation or Exhibits A through Q.
Note: Provide a response to each of the following criteria, using as much space as needed to fully reply. If
the answer to a criterion is checked "No, "move to the next question. 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 parcels
Check only one of the following:
1. Has a portion of the project site been pre -acquired by the applicant within 24
No
months prior to the application deadline? (5 points)
Yes X
2. Has the entire project site been pre -acquired by the applicant within 24 months
prior to the application deadline? (10 points)
Yes
No
X
(b) Is the project site part of a phased project that was previously selected for funding by
Yes No
FCT? (5 points)
X
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 only one of the following:
1. A match of 40 to 49% of the total project costs. (10 points)
Yes No
X
2. A match of 50 to 59% of the total project costs. (20 points)
Yes No
X
3. A match of 60% or more of the total project costs. (25 points)
Yes No
X
(d) Is this the applicant's first application to FCT or has the applicant previously
Yes No
submitted an application but was not funded? (5 points)
X
Note: In the case of a partnership application, refer to the Application Instruction
Guide.
(e) Will the project provide an alternative to the fee simple acquisition of land, such as,
Yes No
acquiring a portion of the project site through conservation easement(s)? (5 points)
X
If yes, locate the proposed area to be acquired in less than fee and discuss the less
than fee acquisition component of the acquisition on Exhibit D.
(f) Will the project further the purpose of recent (within the last 10 years) or proposed
Yes No
acquisition of adjacent conservation or outdoor recreation lands by other federal,
X
state, local, or nonprofit agencies? (5 points)
If yes, provide a map (or indicate on Exhibit 1) and discuss the outdoor recreation or
conservation lands recently acquired or proposed for acquisition. Note: This does
not include lands acquired by the applicant.
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(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) uut000r Kecreation ana
1. Will the project provide outdoor recreation areas or open space adjacent to existing publicly- I Yes No
owned upland areas, such as, existing parks, museums, schools, libraries, affordable housing, or X
transit stations? (5 points)
If yes, discuss how the existing publicly -owned upland area will be linked with the proposed recreation or open
space area.
This project is adjacent to the Tamarac Sports Complex, which is a 20-acre recreational park that
includes a hockey rink, tennis courts, basketball courts, a covered playground, football/soccer fields,
baseball/softball fields, picnic areas, a concession stand and restrooms. The purchase of Parcel R will
increase the recreational area at Tamarac Sports Complex by 75% and provide an additional hockey
rink, football/soccer field, playground and access to water -related activities such as fishing and
canoeing.
2. Will the project include two or more resource -based outdoor recreation facilities, such as a Yes No
nature trail, picnic pavilion, fishing pier, wildlife observation platform, boardwalk, camping area or X
canoe launch? (5 points)
If yes, describe what resource -based facilities will be provided and how they will be integrated into the project.
The plans include a picnic pavilion next to the canal and a fishing pier to access to the canal along the
north and east sides of the property.
3. Will the project include two or more user -oriented outdoor recreation facilities, such as, Yes No
playgrounds, basketball courts, tennis courts, bocci ball courts, shuffleboard courts, volleyball X
courts or fitness trail? (5 points)
If yes, describe what user -oriented facilities will be provided and how they will be integrated into the project.
The plans include adding a roller hockey rink and a multi -purpose trail. As the conceptual plan
demonstrates, the roller hockey rink will be installed next to the existing rink providing opportunities to
expand the roller hockey league and recreational programs.
4. Will the project provide access to a shoreline or beach and be managed for recreation uses? Yes No
(5 points) X
If yes, discuss how the project provides access to the shoreline and will be managed for recreation.
The project will include creating a small beach area to allow access to the water with non -motorized
watercraft such as canoes, kayaks and paddleboats. The plan also includes building a fishing pier.
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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, as defined in Rule 9K- I Yes I No
7.002(40), F.A.C. (5 points) X
If yes, describe the existing urban service area. Provide any relevant maps that support the response.
The project site is in a medium to high -density mixed -use area that includes single-family and multi-
family homes, commercial properties, and other public facilities. The park is adjacent to a four -lane
road and is in an area with city services including water and sewer. The City of Tamarac is nearly built
out with less than 7% of its acreage left undeveloped.
b. Is the project site located within an urban service area and also within'/x mile of a built-up Yes No
commercial or high -density mixed -use urban area. (5points) X
If yes, describe the land use within '/z mile of the site. Provide any relevant maps that support the response.
Note: to qualify for this criterion, criterion 5.a should have also been answered yes. If the project site is located
in a built-up commercial or high -density mixed -use area, criteria 5.b and 5.c should be answered yes.
As described above, the parcel is located within a medium to high -density mixed -used urban area. See
Exhibit E, Aerial Photograph and Exhibit H, Future Land Use Map.
c. Is the project site located within an urban service and is also within a built-up commercial or Yes No
high density mixed use area. (5 points) X
If yes, describe the land use surrounding the site. Provide any relevant maps that support the response. Note:
To qualify for this criterion, criteria 5.a. and 5.b. should have also been answered yes.
As described above, the parcel is located within a medium to high -density mixed -used urban area. See
Exhibit E, Aerial Photograph and Exhibit H, Future Land Use Map.
b) Recreational Trail Svstems and Greenways
1. Will the project include new or enhanced land -based nature, bike or equestrian trails that are at Yes No
least'/ mile in length? (5 points) I X
If yes, identify the proposed trail system on the project site and show on Exhibit K.
A multi -purpose trail will be included in the project as shown in the conceptual plan in Exhibit K. The
path will be approximately '/z mile in total length and will traverse the perimeter and wind through the
new parcel. The path will be paved to accommodate rollerblading, bicycling, walking and jogging and
will also be ADA compliant. Fitness stations will be interspersed along the trail with activities such as
pull-ups and sit-ups. The native landscaping along the path will provide shade and give users the
opportunity to observe birds and other wildlife.
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2. Will the project enhance or connect local, regional or statewide land -based recreational trail
systems by extending an existing trail system or by providing trailhead or trailside facilities? LYes No
(5 points) _.-
If If yes, identify the local, regional or statewide trail network and discuss how the project will enhance the
system. Provide a map of the trail system or show on Exhibit 1. Note: A recreational trail system does not
include sidewalks, bike lanes, or canoe trails.
On February 12, 2002, the Broward County Board of County Commissioners approved the Greenways
Master Plan. This project will enhance trailside facilities within the County's greenway system along
the proposed bikeway which connects the C14/Cypress Creek Greenway with the proposed C-13 Canal
Trail Greenway as shown in Exhibits I and P. The proposed project will expand the existing park,
provide public access to the canal system for fishing and non motorized boating along with other
additional recreational opportunities along the trail system.
3. Will the project enhance or connect local, regional or statewide network greenways by Yes No
expanding existing greenways, such as wildlife corridors and canoe trails. (5 points) X
If yes, identify the local, regional or statewide network of greenways and discuss how the project will enhance
the network. Provide a map of the greenway network or show on Exhibit L
The proposed project is a linear shaped parcel which will serve to connectan existing recreational
opportunity, the Tamarac Sports Complex, with access to water -related recreational activities along the
canal, making the parcel a greenway itself. The project also connects to the County's Greenway
system via a bikeway along Nob Hill Road. The expanded park will increase the recreational
opportunities and provide additional access to water -related activities within the City and the County's
systems. (See Exhibits I, P and U.)
4. Will the project further a locally adopted greenway, waterway trail, or land -based recreational Yes No
trail system plan for the community? (5 points) X
If yes, provide a copy or a portion of the greenway or recreational trail plan, including a map of the greenway or
trail network.
The City's adopted Parks, Recreation and Social Services Master Plan provides direction on the
utilization of remaining open space and a plan for linkages between existing resources both within and
outside of Tamarac. The proposed project will further the Parks, Recreation and Social Services
Master Plan by creating a new greenway. The most extensive resources in Tamarac which function as
"natural areas" are the City's system of canals and scenic waterways that are laced throughout the
community and occupy of 640 acres This proposed project will serve as a greenway, connecting the
existing recreational opportunity at Phase I of the Complex with the surrounding canal. Further, the
parcel will provide additional recreational opportunities within the County's Greenway System.
The park will become a hub that joins the County's Greenways via a bikeway ( See Exhibit P). The
project also furthers the City's plan by specifically addressing the future plans and implementation
strategies. Section 4.1 of the City's plan includes a description of the current and future components
of the City's parks and open spaces to include multi -purpose facilities that meet both the passive and
active needs of the City's residents and an interconnected system of safe bike lanes, multi -purpose
paths and sidewalks. Section 5.0 of the plan outlines the implementation strategy that includes
acquiring this parcel (Action 1.5) and establishing appropriate locations for multi -purpose paths
(Action 2.4).
Additionally, the park is identified in the State of Florida Greenways and Trails Implementation Plan on
the Ecological Opportunities Map. The Department of Environmental Protection Greenways and Trails
staff have recommended that the Board of Trustees designate this project as an "acquisition for
conservation purposes" as it will encourage the development and extension of other local greenway
and trail projects.
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c) tducatlonal opportunities
1. Will the project site include interpretive signs intended to educate visitors about the natural Yes No
environment or unique history of the site? (5 points) X
If yes, describe the interpretive educational signs to be provided.
The project will include the installation of an educational kiosk describing the parcel's history as part
of the East Everglades Sawgrass Prairie. The County's Greenway plan includes linking Tamarac to the
Everglades via a pedestrian bridge at the C-14/Cypress Creek Greenway. The City of Tamarac plans to
link its park system (including this site) to the County's greenway system. Interpretive signs are also
planned to identify native species to be planted in the park.
2. Will the applicant provide at least 24 environmental or historical education classes or programs Yes No
per year at the project site conducted by trained educator(s) or resource professional(s)? X
(5 points)
If yes, describe the classes or programs to be provided, the group(s) to be targeted, and the frequency of the
planned program.
3. Will the project site include a staffed nature center or museum building to provide year round Yes No
educational classes or programming concerning the natural environment or unique history of the X
area? (5 points)
If yes, describe the proposed center or museum, who will provide the programming, and how the facility and
operations will be funded.
Natural and biolouical Kesources
1. Does the land cover on the project site consist of predominantly natural communities that have Yes No
not been impacted by human disturbance or alteration? (5 points) X
If yes, describe the various natural communities on the project site, including the quality of the communities,
the approximate acreage of each community, and how the communities will be protected and managed.
Describe the extent and acreage of the disturbances or alterations on the project site. Note: Predominately
natural equates to approximately 70% coverage.
2. Does the project site contain one or more natural communities identified by the Florida Natural Yes No
Areas Inventory as "imperiled" or "critically imperiled?" (5 points) I.X
If yes, describe the "imperiled" or "critically imperiled" natural community, as identified in the Florida Natural
Areas Inventory publication "Guide to the Natural Communities of Florida. " Discuss the present condition of the
community, including the quality of the community, the approximate size of the community in acres and how the
natural community will be protected and managed.
3. Does the project site contain habitat recognized as typically suitable for one or more listed
animal species? (5 points) Yes No
X
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)
If yes, provide documentation from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission that the project site
is located within a Strategic Habitat Conservation Area.
e) Lanascamna or Kestoration
1. Will a significant portion of the degraded or altered areas on the project site be landscaped with Yes No
native vegetation? (5 points) I X
If yes, discuss the scope of the landscaping effort, including the approximate acreage of landscaped area.
Show the approximate area identified for landscaping on the conceptual site plan, Exhibit K.
The site was previously cleared in preparation for building a 302302-unit multi -family complex. Some
non-native invasive species have reestablished, including Australian Pines and Brazilian Pepper,
presently covering approximately 30%of the property. The exotics will be removed to make way for
native trees such as live oaks, cabbage palms, and other species selected using Xeriscape principals.
Shrubs, such as the red -tip cocoplum, and other understory plantings will be planted throughout the
property. The landscaping will provide shade and create a sound barrier to block traffic noises from the
adjacent street as shown in Exhibit K. Besides the aesthetic value of the landscaping, the trees and
shrubs will provide refuge for birds and small mammals such as squirrels, opossums, and fox, which
frequent the area. The City is committed to landscape 25% of the parcel at a minimum with native
plants.
2. Will a significant portion of the degraded or altered upland communities on the project site be Yes No
restored to a natural community? (5 points) X
If yes, discuss the nature of the disturbance and the scope of the restoration effort, including the approximate
acreage of upland restoration. Show the approximate area identified for upland restoration on the conceptual
site plan, Exhibit K.
3. Will a significant portion of the degraded or altered wetland communities on the project site be Yes No
restored to a natural community? (5 points) X
If yes, discuss the nature of the disturbance and the scope of the restoration effort, including the approximate
acreage of wetland restoration. Show the approximate area identified for wetland restoration on the conceptual
site plan, Exhibit K.
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(f) Water Quality
1. Will the quality of surface waters occurring on or adjacent or in close proximity to the project site Yes No
be improved by the elimination of existing pollution sources from the project site, removal of X
impervious surfaces, or other means? (5 points)
If yes, discuss the proposed water quality improvement and the expected results.
This site is located in a high aquifer recharge area and is located approximately 1 mile east of Water
Conservation Area 2a. The canal adjoining the property flows north approximately'/2 mile into the
South Florida Water Management Districts C-14 Canal which generally flows east to the Atlantic Ocean.
In times of drought, the C-14 Canal is directed back towards the Everglades and into the water
conservation area. Presently, the water in the canal is extremely cloudy and evidences a large amount
of sediment. This condition most likely is primarily due to ongoing construction in the general araa of
the proposed site. The proposed site contains some construction debris (broken roof tiles, drywall,
etc) which most likely originates from the construction in the area. Control of the site by the City will
prevent any further contamination. The City will remove the debris on site thus improving the pervious
surface of the site. The City will also remove the exotics and create a vegetative buffer along the canal
system which will serve to filter any runoff from the site. By preventing the development of this parcel,
the aquifer will be protected by preserving the uncontaminated, pervious surface and by preventing
polluted run-off from impervious surfaces from entering the C-14 Canal.
Further, this project will also direct car traffic from the away from the area reducing airborne pollutants.
A 302-unit complex would have resulted in an additional 1,816 car trips per day in the area. Additional
traffic generation as a result of the extended park will be negligible.
2. Will acquiring the project site protect adjacent Outstanding Florida Waters, as designated by the Yes No
Department of Environmental Protection? (5 points) X
If yes, provide a map or other documentation showing that the boundary of the project site is located adjacent
to Outstanding Florida Waters.
3. Will acquiring the project site protect adjacent Class I Waters, as identified by the Department of
Yes
No
Environmental Protection, or is the project site in a locally designated wellfield protection zone?
X
5 points
If yes, provide a map or other documentation showing that the boundary of the project site is located adjacent
to a Class I waterbody or within a wellfield protection zone.
Historic Kesources
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
X
If yes, identify the resource, its location and the Master Site File number.
2. Will acquiring the project site protect a resource that is listed on the Florida Master Site File and Yes No
also recognized by a local historic board or the Division of Historical Resources as being X
historically significant at the local, regional or state level? (5 points)
If yes, identify the resource, its location on the project site and the Master Site File Number. Identify which
governmental agency, board or expert in the field identified the resource as being significant.
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3. Will acquiring the project site protect a resource that is listed on the National Register of Historic Yes No
Places by the National Park Service? (5 points) X
If yes, identify the resource and its location and document the National Register listing.
3) COMMUNITY PLANNING SECTION
nensive avian immementation
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, these 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 each jurisdiction shall be compared for
compatibility and evaluated for scoring purposes and each jurisdiction's local comprehensive plan must be
furthered for points to be awarded.
1. Will the project provide acreage or outdoor recreational facilities necessary to maintain or Yes No
improve adopted levels of service standards established in the comprehensive plan for X
recreation? (5 points)
Numeric citation and summary of objectives or policies:
Recreation and Open Space (ROS) Objective 1 states that the City will continue to develop a system of
parks throughout the City.
ROS Policy 1.1 establishes that the parks and recreation land level of service standard for improved
recreation sites shall be 2.3 acres per 1000 population and increase to 3 acres per 1000 population by
2003.
ROS Policy 1.2 establishes specific level of service standards for recreational facilities including
bicycle paths and trails of 3 miles per 50,000 residents.
ROS Objective 2 states that the City will meet the needs of the citizens by providing for passive
recreation consisting of open space and canal maintenance easements.
ROS Policy 6.2 states that the City's development review process shall identify ways to improve public
access to public waterways and canal maintenance areas.
Summary of how the project furthers the objectives or policies:
The City currently has a 73-acre deficit in the number of acres required for the current service level.
This will increase to a 105-acre deficit by 2003. Acquisition of the project will assist the City in meeting
its level of service for improved parks and recreation land by increasing the number of acres of
developed park 56 to 71. This will decrease the 2003 deficit by 15%. Installation of the multi -use trail
will increase the length of multi -use trails to 3.5 miles and help the City to exceed the service standard
for this type of recreation. Further, the City will be increasing passive recreation opportunities as well
as providing increased access to waterways and water -related activities.
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2. Will the project further comprehensive plan directives that ensure acquisition of natural areas or I Yes I No
open space through public acquisition? (5 points) X
Numeric citation and summary of objectives or policies:
The Goal of the Future Land Use Element is to "...conserve and protect the natural environment."
The Goal of the Conservation Element is to "...conserve for the use, enjoyment, and health of the
citizens of Tamarac, the physical environment... and will incorporate in all plans, programs and
activities... implementation actions for environmental conservation"
The Goal of the ROS Element is to "...meet the need for open space and recreation sites."
ROS Objective 2 states that the City will meet the open space needs of the citizens through passive
recreation.
ROS Policy 2.1 recognizes the need for open space for passive recreation and conservation.
Development is required to pay and supply its fair share of providing parks, open space, and
recreation facilities. Impact fees are held in a trust account for the purpose of acquiring park land.
ROS Policy 2.5 states that the City will ensure the protection and/or restoration of natural areas,
greenways and open space through public acquisition.
Summary of how the project furthers the objectives or policies:
Purchasing the "Parcel R" property will ensure there is recreation and protected open space where
there would otherwise be residential development. Further, the property will be landscaped with native
vegetation and the majority of the property will remain pervious surface. This will protect nearby
ecosystems by preventing pollutants from storm water run-off from entering the canal. Funds from
developers held in the trust will help partially fund the purchase of this property.
3. Will the project further comprehensive plan directives to provide new or enhanced public access Yes No
to water bodies and saltwater beaches? (5 points) X
Numeric citation and summary of objectives or policies:
ROS Objective 6 states that all recreational facilities including water resources and events shall be
accessible to all residents.
ROS Policy 6.1 states that the Public Works department shall maintain and update its inventory and
analysis of the accessibility of parks to all residents. It further states that all new recreation projects
must meet ADA standards.
ROS Policy 6.2 states that the City will identify ways to improve public access to public waterways and
canal maintenance areas.
Summary of how the project furthers the objectives or policies:
The proposed project provides improved access to a canal that flows along the north and east portions
of the parcel. The City of Tamarac is located several miles from the Atlantic Ocean and there is little
opportunity for water -related recreation within the City at this point in time. As previously noted, one
of Tamrac's primary natural features is its 640 acres of canals. Future development of the site will
provide public access to this feature through creation of a fishing pier and a beach area for launching
non -motorized boats such as canoes, kayaks and paddleboats. All development will be ADA
compliant.
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4. Will the project further future land use designations or comprehensive plan directives that Yes No
provide for creating new or enhanced greenways or recreational trail systems? (5 points) X
Numeric citation and summary of objectives or policies:
ROS Policy 2.6 states that the City will work with Broward County and neighboring municipalities to
create a Countywide greenways and trail network designed to link environmentally sensitive lands,
open spaces, parks, waterways, and other outdoor recreation opportunities and facilities including
cultural and historic sites.
Summary of how the project furthers the objectives or policies:
The Broward County Land Preservation Bond Program has designated this site as a priority open
space acquisition. The site is located on the proposed bikeway shown in Exhibit P that links the
greenways and parks throughout the county. The City is planning its own interconnected park and
greenway system with the Tamarac Sports Complex at the hub. The proposed system will connect the
City's McNab Park, Veteran's Park, the proposed Island Park, and Southgate Linear Park. Southgate
Linear Park is part of the County's C14/Cypress Creek Greenway and will eventually link to the
Everglades Conservation Area 2a.
5. Will the project further comprehensive plan directives that ensure the preservation of natural I Yes No
communities or listed animal species habitat? (5 points) X
Numeric citation and summary of objectives or policies:
The Goal of the Conservation Element is to "...conserve for the use, enjoyment, and health of the
citizens of Tamarac, the physical environment including air, sound, surface water including lakes and
canals, floodplains, spoils, wildlife and native vegetation and will incorporate in all plans, programs and
activities... implementation actions for environmental conservation"
Conservation Policy 6.3 states the City will implement the landscape ordinance requiring a minimum of
20% of plant material used in required landscaping shall provide habitats for native wildlife and birds.
Conservation Policy 6.4 states that the Community Development Department will review site and
landscape plan requirements to identify additional means of protecting native vegetative communities.
The policy also includes an approved amendment that states that one aspect of protecting native
vegetative communities includes removal of non-native vegetation and exotics and planting of new
native species.
Conservation Objective 8 states that the City will continue to include consideration of wildlife in site
plan reviews.
Conservation Policy 8.1 provides for a restriction of development activities, which adversely affect the
survival of endangered and threatened wildlife.
Summary of how the project furthers the objectives or policies:
The majority of the City has been developed and is 93% built out. The remaining open space has been
cleared or significantly disturbed. The project endeavors to meet the Comprehensive Plan goals,
objectives and policies relating to native vegetation and protection of wildlife by clearing the parcel of
exotics and replanting native species. This project will also eliminate new development activities,
which could further discourage or negatively affect listed species of plants and animals by increasing
pollutants in the nearby canal. Those pollutants could eventually end up in the Everglades
Conservation Area or the Atlantic Ocean. Because of the City's proximity to the Everglades, it is hoped
that the replanting program will provide opportunities for refuge and habitat for listed animal species
found in the Everglades, especially small reptiles and birds.
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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 organizations in Yes No
acquiring or managing natural areas or open space? (5 points) X
Numeric citation and summary of objectives or policies:
The Future Land Use Objective 7 states that it is the City's Intention to coordinate with future
applicable resource planning and management plans.
The Future Land Use Policy 7.1 states that the Community Development Department will coordinate
with any agencies implementing resource management plans.
Intergovernmental Coordination Policy 1.8 states that the City will improve communication and
coordination with all agencies of county government, regional, state and federal agencies whose plans
and programs affect or are affected by those of Tamarac.
Proposed Intergovernmental Coordination Element Policy 1.10 states that the City will coordinate with
other federal, state, and local agencies or nonprofit organizations in acquiring or managing natural
areas, park and recreation areas, and open spaces within the City of Tamarac. The proposed
Comprehensive Plan change is shown in Exhibit B.
Summary of how the project furthers the objectives or policies:
In November of 2000, Broward County began the Safe Parks and Land Preservation Bond Program and
began an Open Space Grant Program. The goals of this program include restoration of remaining
open space for wildlife habitat, expansion of tree resources and enhancement of water quality and
recharge. This parcel has been designated by the County as a priority open space acquisition and
been selected to receive a grant to assist with funding its acquisition. As part of the grant process, the
County and the City will work together in developing a maintenance plan for the site. The new park will
also be adjacent to a proposed County bikeway that will connect the park to the new County Greenway
System.
7. Will the project further comprehensive plan directives to restore or enhance degraded natural Yes No
areas such as restoration of natural communities, restoration of natural hydrology or removal of X
non-native vegetation? (5 points)
Numeric citation and summary of objectives or policies:
Conservation Objective 6 states that the City will continue to protect native vegetation through
Tamarac's own Code Enforcement of Broward County's Tree Preservation Ordinance.
Conservation Policy 6.4 addresses native vegetative communities and states that the City will protect
native vegetation from destruction and plans for removal of non-native exotics and planting of new
native species.
Summary of how the project furthers the objectives or policies:
Clearing of site in preparation for development significantly disturbed the site and has allowed
invasive exotics to encroach on the parcel. Brazilian Pepper and Australian Pines are currently
established on about 20% of the parcel. This project will include removal of the exotics and
landscaping the site with native vegetation. All restoration and landscaping efforts will be undertaken
with the guidance of a landscaping specialist and will comply with the County's Tree Preservation
Ordinance.
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8. Will the project further comprehensive plan directives that ensure the protection or enhancement Yes I No
of surface or groundwater quality? (5 points) X
Numeric citation and summary of objectives or policies:
The Infrastructure Objective 5 states that the City shall take appropriate steps to ensure the
conservation and protection of both the quantity and quality of the City's potable water resources
through protection and expansion of natural groundwater recharge area within urban development.
Infrastructure Policy 5.6 states that in the interest of protecting surface waters from pollutants carried
by storm runoff and increasing infiltration and recharge of the ground water aquifer, the City will
endeavor to increase the amount and percent of pervious surface including in site plans.
Conservation Policy 7.4 provides for increases in the amount of pervious surfaces included in site
plans.
Summary of how the project furthers the objectives or policies:
Per the City's Future Land Use Map shown in Exhibit H, the parcel is identified as multi -family
residential development. Developing the parcel into a park area with a majority of pervious surfaces
and planting of native vegetation will provide additional storm water filtration and recharge. Also,
preventing the development of a 302-unit multi -family development will protect the canal, which flows
into the SFWMD C-14 Canal, from potential pollutants associated with storm runoff from impervious
surfaces such as blacktop pavement.
9. Will the project further comprehensive plan directives that ensure the preservation of historical,
cultural or archaeological features? Note: The site must contain a feature or have a high Yes No
probability that a feature is present on the site. (5 points) X
Numeric citation and summary of objectives or policies:
Summary of how the project furthers the objectives or policies:
10. Will the project further comprehensive plan directives that direct development to a locally Yes No
designated urban infill, urban redevelopment or downtown revitalization area as defined in X
Section 163.3164, F.S.? (5 points)
Numeric citation and summary of objectives or policies:
Objective 17 of the FLU Element states that the City will implement the Urban Infill Area (UTA) program
required by the Broward County Land Use Plan. The UTA is located on the east side of the City and the
City will help increase housing opportunities in that area to maximize use of the existing public
facilities.
FLU Policy 17.1 directs the Community Development Department to encourage housing opportunities
for present and future residents in the UTA.
FLU Policy 17.4 indicates that new and redevelopment projects in the UTA shall be exempt from
transportation concurrency requirements.
Summary of how the project furthers the objectives or policies:
Securing this parcel for recreation and conservation diverts development to other available areas, such
as the UTA. New and redevelopment projects are encouraged through incentives such as the
exemption mentioned in FLU Policy 17.4.
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(b) Hazard Mitigation
1. Flood Hazard Area. Will the project provide recreational opportunities and open space areas Yes No
that direct residential and commercial development away from a coastal high hazard area or a X
100-year flood plain? (5 points)
If yes, provide a map identifying the 100-year flood plain or coastal high hazard area and location of the project
site or show on Exhibit J.
Exhibit J is excerpted from FEMA maps and indicates that this property is within a FEMA designated
"AH" Special Flood Hazard Area inundated by 100-year floods with an average depth of 1 to 3 feet. The
majority of the park will remain pervious surface. The property is currently zoned for multi -family
residential development and was slated to be developed into a 302-unit multi -family project.
Preventing the residential development of this property will reduce the potential impact of flooding in
the area and redirect residential development away from the 100-year flood plain.
2. Local Mitigation Strategy Priority. Is the project site located within an area identified in the Yes No
County's adopted Local Mitigation Strategy as a mitigation priority? (5 points) I X
If yes, provide a map or listing that identifies the mitigation priorities of the local government and a copy of the
County's Local Mitigation Strategy document. Discuss how the project will further the intent of the mitigation
strategy.
Exhibit S includes a letter from the Chair of the Local Mitigation Strategy (LMS) Task Force identifying
the proposed project for inclusion in the 2002 countywide local mitigation plan priority list. The
Broward County LMS, which the City has adopted, provides for protection of open space as a means to
divert development away from flood prone and/or conservation areas and identifies flood mitigation as
a priority initiative in Chapter 5, Mitigation Initiatives. This project supports the local LMS via Objective
3.3 which states that prioritized hazard mitigation projects, such as this one, will be implemented. The
City of Tamarac's Resolution adopting the Broward LMS and excerpts from the Broward County LMS
are shown in Exhibit T.
3. Designated Brownfield Area. Will the project provide recreational opportunities or open space Yes No
areas within a state designated brownfield area? (5 points) X
If yes, provide a map showing the boundary of the designated brownfield area and the location of the project
site. Discuss how the site contamination will be remediated to allow for the provision of open space or outdoor
recreation activities. Discuss how the remediation will be completed prior to acquisition and the estimated
costs and sources of funding for remediation.
cl Nrionty investment Areas
Review each of the following statements and check all that apply to the project. Undocumented responses will not
be evaluated and points will not be awarded.
Will the Droiect site provide new or enhanced outdoor recreation or open space within the following areas?
Front Porch Community. Is the project site located within an area designated as a Front Porch Yes No
Community? (5 points) X
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 the boundary of an active Yes No
Florida Main Street Community? (5 points) X
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.
Eastward Ho! Corridor. Is the project site located within the boundary of the Eastward Ho!
Yes No
Corridor, pursuant to Executive Order 94-54, and as determined by the Department of
X
Community Affairs? (5 points)
If yes, provide a map that identifies the boundary of the designated area and the location of the
project site.
4.
Waterfront Florida Community. Is the project site located within the boundary of a current or
Yes No
previously designated Waterfront Florida Community? (5 points)
X
If yes, provide a map that identifies the boundary of the designated area and the location of the
project site.
5.
Low Income Community. Is the project site located within a designated low-income community,
Yes No
as defined by Rule 9K-7.002(20), F.A.C.? (5 points)
X
If yes, provide a map that identifies the boundary of the designated area and the location of the
project site.
6.
Rural Area of Critical Economic Concern. Is the project site located within a designated Rural
Yes No
Area of Critical Economic Concern? (5 points)
X
If yes, provide a map that identifies the boundary of the designated area.
7.
Urban Redevelopment. Is the project site located within a locally designated urban infill, urban
Yes No
redevelopment or downtown revitalization area, as defined in Section 163.3164, F.S.?
X
(5 points)
If yes, provide a map that identifies the boundary of the designated area and the location of the
project site.
8.
Area of Critical State Concern. Is the project site located within an Area of Critical State
Yes No
Concern, as designated pursuant to Section 380.05, F.S.? (5 points)
X
If yes, provide a map that identifies the boundary of the designated area.
9.
Rate of Growth Ordinance. Is the project site located within an area subject to an adopted rate of
Yes No
growth ordinance? (5 points)
X
If yes, provide a map that identifies the boundary of the designated area.
10.Other
Special Status Area. Is the project site located within or adjacent to the boundary of a
state or federally designated area not identified elsewhere in the application criteria that is
Yes No
intended to protect or restore natural resources (e.g., Aquatic Preserve, Marine Sanctuary,
X
American Heritage River, National Estuary Program, etc.)? (5 points)
If yes, identify the special designation and provide a map that identifies the boundary of the
designated area and the location of the project site.
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(4) PROJECT EXCELLENCE SECTION
Does the project consist of community -based support, exemplary characteristics, voluntarily Yes No
helps resolve land -use conflicts, or assist an otherwise disadvantaged community in a manner X
that was not adequately evaluated by the criteria established elsewhere in this application?
(Up to 10 points)
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.
As demonstrated by the many letters of support, the community stands firmly behind the
acquisition of this open space. The City of Tamarac is nearly built out with less than 7% of its
acreage undeveloped. Securing this property, along with the Island Park property, will significantly
increase the amount of recreation and designated open space within the City. A special feature of
this park is the ease of access provided to residents. The park is accessible via the City's public
transit system from anywhere in the City and is in very close proximity, walking and biking distance,
to several hundred single and multi -family homes. The Sports Complex has become a
neighborhood park.
The demographics of Tamarac are changing from an adult retirement community to a community
with many young families. The demand for recreational facilities such as soccer fields, bicycle
paths and playgrounds has increased tremendously in the last 10 years. In 1990, the median age in
Tamarac was nearly 64. At the last census in 2000, the median age had dropped to 53.
The park meets the criteria of a greenway itself and it will serve as a hub for a future
interconnected park and greenway system within the City and the County. Long-term plans include
creating a greenway loop through the City that will begin and end at the Tamarac Sports Complex
and will connect with Veteran's Park, Southgate Linear Park, McNab Park and the proposed Island
Park. The City's system will connect with the County's Greenways via bikeways that lead to the C-
14 Canal/Cypress Creek Greenway and the C-13 Greenway, which connect the Atlantic Ocean and
the Everglades. This park system will provide residents and visitors with significantly increased
recreational opportunities along the greenway system and also increase access to water -related
recreational opportunities.
This project furthers conservation and growth management factors in a way that is not adequately
described in the application because of its urban location. The City has extremely limited
opportunities for acquisition of open space parcels and the are no open spaces within the City that
are left in their pristine condition. Being located in South Florida, the City faces extreme growth
pressures that require a delicate balance between conservation needs and public recreation needs.
Providing residents and visitors with parks that address both requirements allows the City to
preserve open space without eliminating public amenities.
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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. 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.
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, including amendments to the future land use
map, cited in the grant application that apply to the project.
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, 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". Clearly delineate
the project site boundary and include the approximate acreage of each natural community on the map.
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 right-of-ways on the site.
H. A Future Land Use Map covering the project site and surrounding area that shows the location of the project site.
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 improvements on the site.
One set of labeled photographs of the project site, to be included in the original application, that documents
on -site features such as natural communities, waterbodies, shorelines, plants, wildlife habitat, unique biological
or geological features or historical or archaeological features. Include a legend that identifies the site location
and subject matter of each photograph.
M. If applicable, evidence of status as a nonprofit environmental organization as defined in 9K-7.002(24), F.A.C.,
including tax exemption and Articles of Incorporation.
N. If the applicant is a nonprofit environmental organization which anticipates being designated as the management
entity pursuant to 9K-7.003(7), F.A.C., evidence that the nonprofit environmental organization has the financial
resources, background qualifications and competence exist to manage the project site in perpetuity in a
reasonable and professional manner or in cooperation with the local government.
O. Letter from the owner(s) of the top priority parcel(s) as identified in the Acquisition Plan for Joint Acquisition
projects or the key parcel(s) for Reimbursement Acquisition projects, indicating their willingness to consider an
offer.
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