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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity of Tamarac Resolution R-2000-133Temp. Reso #9018 May 12, 2000 CITY OF TAMARAC RESOLUTION NO. R-2000- /3 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF TAMARAC, FLORIDA AUTHORIZING THE APPROPRIATE CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE THE PRESERVATION 2000 PROGRAM GRANT APPLICATION TO THE FLORIDA COMMUNITIES TRUST PROVIDING FOR A LOCAL MATCH OF 60% FOR THE MCNAB PARK PARCEL ACQUIRED FOR OPEN SPACE; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, the City of Tamarac Comprehensive Plan contains elements providing for conservation, recreation and open space; and WHEREAS, the City of Tamarac acquired the McNab park parcel in October, 1999 for purposes of meeting the conservation, recreation and open space elements of the City of Tamarac Comprehensive Plan; and WHEREAS, the proposed preservation activities to the McNab park parcel include clearing of exotics and debris, and restoration and replanting of native species as a means to further buffer and protect the wetlands restoration project occurring on the adjoining parcel; and WHEREAS, the Florida Communities Trust through the Preservation 2000 Program provides grants to assist local governments to implement the conservation, recreation and open space elements of the local comprehensive plans; and WHEREAS, City staff proposes and provides for appropriate Comprehensive Plan Goals, Policies and Objectives; and WHEREAS, a public meeting regarding the preservation, future public access and enhancements to the McNab park parcel was held on March 2, 2000; and Temp. Reso #9018 May 12, 2000 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 recommends preservation of the McNab parcel for purposes of conservation and open space and the recreation enhancements that will be accomplished if the grant is awarded; and WHEREAS, the City of Tamarac is submitting an application to the Florida Communities Trust Preservation 2000 Program, attached hereto as Exhibit A; and WHEREAS, the City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida pre -acquired the McNab park parcel and is requesting 40% of the total project costs for the acquisition 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 WHEREAS, the City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida deems it to be in the best interests of the citizens and residents of the City of Tamarac to authorize the appropriate City officials to execute the Preservation 2000 Program grant application. 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 execute the Preservation 2000 Program grant application to the Florida Communities Trust providing Temp. Reso #9018 May 12, 2000 1 1 for a local match of 60% of the total projects costs incurred relative to the acquisition of the McNab park parcel. Section 3: All resolutions or parts of resolutions in conflict herewith are hereby repealed to the extent of such conflict. Section 4: If any clause, section, other part of 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 5: This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its adoption. PASSED, ADOPTED AND APPROVED this ATTESTri . MARION SWENSON, CIVIC INTERIM CITY CLERK I HEREBY CERTIFY that I ha tdf6rmtd this r ut 7 ay ITCHELL S. KRAT CITY ATTORNEY day of , 2000. j" - JOE SCHREIBER, MAYOR RECORD OF COMMISSION MAYOR SCHREIBER DIST 1: COMM. PORTNER DIST 2: COMM. MISHKIN — DIST 3: COMM. SULTANOF DIST 4: VIM ROBERTS FLORIDA COMMUNITIES TRUST PRESERVATION 2000 PROGRAM APPLICATION FORM FCTIP2000-4 (Effective. 2-10-98) PROJECT NAME McNab Park Restoration Project (Descriptive site name) APPLICANT NAME Citv of Tamarac (Name of'local government(s) requesting award) Address of local government applicant's principal offices 7525 NW 88 Ave Tamarac, FI 33321 PARTNERSHIP APPLICATIONS Is this a partnership application between two or more local governments as described in Rule 9K-4.0031(12), F.A.C.? TR 9018 EXHIBIT A Yes No x If "Yes," provide the name of the local government(s) and the address of the principal office of all local governments that are partnering with the above -named applicant in this application. APPLICATION PHASE KEY CONTACT PERSON Note: The Key Contact is required to be an employee of the local government; this individual will be receiving grant -related correspondence and may be required to provide supplemental information; identify onl y one key contact person. Key contact name Diane M. Philli First Middle Last Title Special Projects Coordinator Elected Official? Yes No r Department Mailing Address itv M 7525 NW 88 Avenue City Tamarac State FL Zip Code 33021 If the applicant's principal office address is a post office box then a delivery address is required. Delivery Address Wity State — ZipCode FCT/P2000-4 (Effective 2-10-98) 1 Phone Number Oax Number (954) 718-1803 Primary (954) 724-2454 Primary Cellular Phone (if applicable) (954) 724-1230 Secondary (if applicable) Secondary (if'applicable) dianep4,tamarac.org E-mail Address (if applicable) ESTIMATED TOTAL ACREAGE 7.968 Indicate the exact acreage of the project site, if known. digits (e.g., 3.1 acres, 35 acres, 120 acres). N/A SunCom (if applicable) N/A SunCom (if applicable) Otherwise, estimate the acreage to two significant OWNERSHIP Number of separate parcels within project site 1 If the site is comprised of multiple parcels, see Rule 9K-4.004(5), F.A.C. Number of different owners within project site 1 If only one owner, provide name, address, and phone number City of Tamarac 7525 NW 88 Avenue Tamarac, FI 33321 54) 724-1230 Note: If the project site is comprised of more than one parcel or more than one owner, complete the attached Acquisition Plan to indicate the general priority and order of the acquisition of sites to insure that, in the event that all sites are not acquired, the purposes of the project will be achieved. Has the entire project site been preacquired by the applicant through a voluntarily -negotiated transaction within one year prior to the application deadline or will it be acquired within 180 days after the application deadline? (Check the appropriate response below.) Yes x No If "Yes," state the closing date of the acquisition(s) October 20. 1999 Has a portion of the project site been preacquired by the applicant through a voluntarily -negotiated transaction within one year prior to the application deadline or will any portion(s) be acquired within 180 days after the application deadline? (Check the appropriate response below.) Yes No x If "Yes," state the closing date of the acquisition(s) Note: The use of condemnation or the threat of condemnation: is not considered a voluntarily -negotiated transaction. PROJECT SITE LOCATION County(s) Broward • Primary Section 7 Township 49 South Range 41 East Note: Cite only one Section, Township and Range to indicate where most or all of the project acreage resides. include the directional designations (i.e., Section 21, Township IS, Range IEJ. Be sure to FCT/P2000-4 (Effective 2-10-98) 2 l'RO.IECT COSTS L'slimate 1he project costs as defined in Ride 91>:-4.002(31), FA.(:. Enter an amount in every blank; if the amount is zero, enter $0.00. Cost to purchase land $ 635,000.00 (1) Other acquisition costs Cost of appraisal map(s)/certified survey(s) and review $ 100.00 Cost of appraisals and review $ 5,700.00 Cost of title report(s)/insurance $ 3,650.00 Cost of environmental audit(s) $ Eligible fees or commissions, if any $ Other eligible project cost, if any $ 6�396.00 Subtotal of the "Other acquisition costs" $ 15,846.00 (2) ESTIMATED TOTAL PROJECT COSTS $ 650,846.00 (3) (Should equal the sum of'lines (1) and (2).) *Amount of award requested from FCT $ 260 338.00 Amount or value of local match $ 390,508.00 (4) (As defined in 9K-4.0031(9), F.A.C.) ESTIMATED TOTAL PROJECT COSTS $ 650,846.00 (Should he the same as (3) shown above) Percent of award from FCT 40 % (percent of estimated total project costs to be contributed by the Florida Communities Trust) Percent of local match 60 % (percent of estimated total project costs to be contributed by the local government) TOTAL PERCENTAGE 100 % • FCT/P2000-4 (Effective 2-10-98) 3 Specify the form(s) and source(s) of local match and a brief explanation as appropriate: Cash from the local government Amount $3650.00 Explain Title Insurance Future cash from the local government Amount Explain Cash from Water Management District Amount Explain Cash from federal or state grant Amount Explain Cash from private donation Amount$12,196.00 Explain Attorney &_Appraisal fees reimbursed by City Furniture Value of real property owned by the local Amount $374 662.00 Explain % of Property Cost government in a qualified preacquisition Value of real property donated by the Amount Explain landowner in a documented bargain sale or donation agreement. Include documen- tation letter from the owner. If the land is preacquired in a bargain sale, then the contract must evidence a bargain .sale. Loan from the Florida Communities Trust Specify the payback strategy for loan Amount Explain TOTAL $390,508 (Should be equal to (4) on previous page.) TYPE OF AWARD REQUESTED What type of award is requested in accordance with Rule 9K-4.0031, F.A.C? (Check only one) ✓Award of less than 50% of the project costs from FCT. Award of 50% or more of the project costs from FCT. l 00% award for which no local match is required. Note: 100% awards are available only to county governments with a population of 75,000 or fewer and municipalities with a population of 10,000 or fewer. POPULATION 52,413 Note: Use lire most recent estimate of resident population from the most recent edition of Florida Estimates of Population its published by the Population Division, Bureau oJ'Csconomic and Business Research, University of Florida. 0 Loan Combination of a grant and loan FCT/P2000-4 (EfTective2-io-98) 4 OUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION. Provide the following information to assist the Trust in determining future needs of the program. (Submission of'this information is 1,nluntary and will not affect the applicant's ranking.) 1. What county is the project site located? Broward 2. What is the name and address of the main newspaper that covers the area where the project site is located? Name Sun -Sentinel Address 200 E. Las Olas Blvd. City Fort Lauderdale State FL Zip Code 33301 3. What is the Florida House of Representative district number that encompasses the project site? House District Number 96 4. What is the Florida Senate district number that encompasses the project site? Senate District Number 33 9 5. What is the Regional Council district that encompasses the project site? p P J Regional Council District Broward County Commission 6. What is the Water Management District that encompasses the project site? • Water Management District South Florida Water Mana ement District 5 Acquisition Plan an page 2 of the application under the "Ownership" section, note the number of separate parcels and the number of different owners reported to be within the project site. If either response contains a number greater than 1, complete this page. Project Name: Applicant: Rule 9K-4.004(5)(g), Florida Administrative Code, reads in part as follows: If the project site consists of more than one parcel or owner, an Acquisition Plan, as defined in Rule 9K- 4.002(2), is required. Rule 9K-4.002(2), Florida Administrative Code, reads as follows: Acquisition Plan applies to Project Sites with multiple parcels or multiple owners and means a written description of the priority parcels and the general order in which the parcels will be acquired to assure that, in the event that all parcels cannot be acquired, the purposes of the project can be achieved. orida Communities Trust (FCT) staff will review the acquisition plan to assure that the purposes of the project n be achieved in the event all parcels can not be acquired. 1. Provide the tax identification number, and the name, address and phone number, if available, for all the owners of parcels within the project boundary Property is owned by the City of Tamarac 2. Identify the priority parcels needed to achieve the purposes of the project. Not Applicable - One parcel 3. Identify the order in which the parcels should be acquired, parcels can be grouped in categories. Not Applicable L` FCT/P2000-4 (Effective 2-10-98) 6 PROJECT INFORMATION Note: Retype the headings on separate paper, using as much space as needed 00 fully reply. PROJECT PURPOSES AND OBJECTIVES [Rule 9K-4 . 0031 (10) & (12) and Rule 9K-4. 004 (5) (a) 3 . , F.A.C. ] Statement of purpose and objectives, including a discussion of reasons in support of project site acquisition, future uses, improvements, facilities, and activities intended on the site. For partnership applications, the statement should address the purposes and objectives of the joint project and the division of responsibilities among the partners (including fiscal and management commitments) and include interlocal agreements, if any, relative to the proposed joint project. For applicant requesting a loan, the statement should also address the need for a loan. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN IMPLEMENTATION [Rule 9K-4.0031 (12) and Rule 9K-4.004 (S) (b) 5. , F.A.C. ] Statement, with cross-references to specific comprehensive plan, goals, objectives and policies and the appropriate provisions in the support documents, describing how the project will assist the local government in implementing the recreation and open space, conservation, or coastal management elements of the comprehensive plan. For partnership applications this statement should be based on the local comprehensive plan of the jurisdiction(s) within which the joint project is located, as well as relevant goals, objectives and policies of the local comprehensive plan of the application partner(s). If the project site is not wholly contained within one jurisdiction, then appropriate sections of the comprehensive plans of the various local governments wherein the project site lies are required to be cited. CONCEPTUAL MANAGEMENT PLAN AND SOURCE OF FUNDING FOR MANAGEMENT [Rule 9K-4.004 (S) (d) , F.A.C.] Lands acquired using Preservation 2000 funds shall be managed to make them available for public recreational use, provided that the recreational use does not interfere with the protection of natural resource values. Conceptually describe and identify the existing and proposed physical improvements; how access will be provided; who will be responsible for maintenance and security; staffing requirements; the primary components of site protection, enhancement and restoration; and expected sources of funding for the development and management of the site. 0 FCT/P2000-4 (Effective 2-10-98) 7 EXHIBITS aach of the following exhibits is required t-o be submitted with the grant pplication. Label each of the items as Exhibit A, Exhibit B, etc. If two or more exhibits are consolidated, make sure this is reflected on the exhibit label. If exhibit B, G, J, or L is not applicable, include an exhibit page with a statement that it is "Not Applicable." Locate the Exhibits behind the criteria portion of the application. [Rule 9K- 4.004 (5) (a) (b) (f) , F.A.C. ] A. A copy of each local government comprehensive plan objective and policy cited in the grant application. (Please highlight or underling the applicable plan directive being referenced) Note: If a copy of the comprehensive plan objective or policy cited in the application criterion is not provided, that objective or policy will not be evaluated as to whether it furthers that criterion. B. A copy of all proposed amendments, including amendments to the future land use map, to the local government comprehensive plan cited in the application that apply to the project site or the project area. Note: If a copy of the proposed amendment(s) to the comprehensive plan cited in the application criterion is not provided, that proposed amendment will not be evaluated as to whether it furthers that criterion. . Location of the project site on a United States Geological Survey 7 1/2 minute quadrangle map with the project boundary shown. D. Map depicting property boundaries, access points, names of property owners, parcel numbers, and ownership boundaries using an appropriate scale, on a county property appraiser's tax map. E. Aerial photograph at 1 inch=2,000 feet or greater detail, with the project boundary shown. F. Map of appropriate scale that depicts vegetative communities on the project site, utilizing one of the following: the Florida Natural Areas Inventory classification system; or the Florida Land Use, Cover, and Forms Classification System (FDOT - 1985). The approximate acreage of each of the vegetative communities is requested on the map. G. Map and narrative description identifying 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., and the approximate acreage. H. Future Land Use Map covering the project site and surrounding area. I. Existing Land Use Map covering the project site and surrounding area. Map covering the project site and the surrounding area that identifies the project site and surrounding lands used for natural resource conservation and outdoor recreation, such as parks, preserves, wildlife management areas, greenway linkages, etc. FCT/P2000-4 (r1 eclive 2-10-98) 8 Note: It is suggested that the map identify conservation and recreation lands within a five mile radius. �. Soils and legend depicted on United States Soil Conservation Service soil survey map showing the project boundary. L. Map and narrative description of any existing or proposed utility, road, or other easements or right-of-ways on the project site. M. Narrative description of hydrology of the project site, including surface waters and drainage, floodplains, aquifer recharge characteristics, and maps depicting surface waters and drainage, the 100-year floodplain and the coastal high -hazard area, if available or applicable to the project site. N. One set of labeled photographs and negatives of the project site, to be included in the original application, that documents on -site features such as vegetative communities, waterbodies, shorelines, plants, wildlife, unique biological or geological features, or historical or archaeological features. Include a legend that identifies the location and subject matter of each photograph submitted. • • FCT/P2000-4 (Ecrcccive 2-10-98) 9 PROJECT EVALUATION CRITERIA nswer the following questions, where applicable to the proposed project ite. Where appropriate, the applicant is to reference any materials submitted, including the portions of the local comprehensive plan, technical support documents, and Exhibits A-N. Note: Retype the question, including headings and numbers -letters on separate paper, using as much space as needed to fully reply. Where a question does not apply to the proposed project, type "Nat Applicable. " Any criterion which is not addressed or is left blank will be considered to be "Not Applicable" and will not be evaluated. (1) Furtherance of Growth Management and Comprehensive Plan Implementation [Rule 9K-4.008(1)(a-b), F.A.C.) (a) Growth Management Objectives. The project supports and furthers growth management objectives as they relate to natural resource conservation, coastal protection, and outdoor recreation. 1. Does the proposed project assist the applicant in ensuring the proper location and distribution of development by redirecting development away from a coastal or other high hazard area or a 100-year flood plain? If so, provide a map showing the location of the project site in relationship to the coastal or other high hazard area or a 100-year flood plain. Discuss how acquiring the project site will ensure the proper location and distribution of development by redirecting development away from coastal or other high hazard area or a 100-year flood plain. (10 points); 2. Does the proposed project help rectify land use conflicts associated with antiquated subdivisions or vested land uses that became non- conforming as a result of adoption of the local comprehensive plan? If so, provide a copy of the antiquated subdivision plat or vested land use determination. Discuss how the antiquated subdivision or the vested land use is in conflict with the adopted comprehensive plan. Cite the specific objectives or policies in the comprehensive plan or the specific land development regulations that are in conflict with subdivision or vested land use. (10 points); 3. Does the proposed project provide additional outdoor recreation opportunities within the existing urban service area? If so, provide a copy of the Future Land Use Map showing the designated Urban Service Area or other similar designations that have been formally adopted by the local government on its Future Land Use Map or provide documentation that the project site is located in a built-up area where public facilities and services such as sewage treatment system, roads, schools, and recreation areas, are already in place. (10 points) . (b) Local Comprehensive Plan Provisions for Conservation, Coastal Management, and Outdoor Recreation and Open Space. Acquisition of the project site will assist the local government in furthering the local comprehensive plan directives set forth in the objectives and policy statements contained in the plan elements that provide for conservation, coastal management, and outdoor recreation and open space. When used in this part, the term "furthered'' means that proposed projects will FCT/P2000-4 (Elective 2-10-98) 10 assist the local government in realizing goals, objectives, or policy directives of the comprehensive plan. For each criterion that is ISfurthered by an objective or policy of the local government comprehensive plan, the objective or policy number is to be cited in the response to the criterion and a copy of the objective or policy, and any associated exhibits or documents, shall be included as an exhibit as described in 9K-4.004(4)(b)4., F.A.C. If a copy of the entire objective or policy that is cited in response to a criterion is not included in the exhibit, that objective or policy will not be evaluated as to whether it is furthered by that criterion. 1. Does the proposed project further comprehensive plan directives that ensure the protection of natural areas or open space through public acquisition? If so, summarize the relevant objectives or policies that are furthered. Provide the numeric citation of the relevant objectives or policies. Discuss how the project site would assist in furthering the cited objectives or policies. (5 points); 2. Does the proposed project further comprehensive plan directives that ensure the preservation of native vegetative communities? If so, summarize the relevant objectives or policies that are furthered. Provide the numeric citation of the relevant objectives or policies. Discuss how the project site would assist in furthering the cited objectives or policies. (5 points); 3.Does the proposed project further comprehensive plan directives that ensure the protection of listed animal species or habitats of listed species? If so, summarize the relevant objectives or policies that are furthered. Provide the numeric citation of the relevant objectives or policies. Discuss how the project site would assist in furthering the cited objectives or policies. (5 points); 4. Does the proposed project further comprehensive plan directives that ensure the protection or enhancement of beach or shoreline ecosystems? If so, summarize the relevant objectives or policies that are furthered. Provide the numeric citation of the relevant objectives or policies. Discuss how the project site would assist in furthering the cited objectives or policies. (5 points); S. Does the proposed project further comprehensive plan directives to restore or enhance degraded natural areas including, but not limited to, removal of non-native vegetation, reforestation, shoreline or dune restoration, or restoration of natural hydrology? If so, summarize the relevant objectives or policies that are furthered. Provide the numeric citation of the relevant objectives or policies. Discuss how the project site would assist in furthering the cited objectives or policies. (5 points), 6.Does the proposed project further comprehensive plan directives that ensure the protection or enhancement of surface and groundwater quality? If so, summarize the relevant objectives or policies that are furthered. Provide the numeric citation of the relevant objectives or policies. Discuss how the project site would assist in furthering the cited objectives or policies. (5 points); • 7. Does the proposed project further comprehensive plan directives that protect or restore aquatic vegetation including, but not limited to, aquatic weed control, restoration or creation of aquatic grass beds, or shoreline restoration? If so, summarize the relevant objectives or policies that are furthered. Provide the numeric citation of the F'CT/P2000-4 (EfTective 2-10-98) 11 relevant objectives or policies. Discuss how the project site would assist in furthering the cited objectives or policies. (5 points); i8. Does the proposed project further comprehensive plan directives that provide additional public access to publicly -owned or publicly accessible natural areas including, but not limited to, water bodies, saltwater beaches, and to existing protected areas? If so, summarize the relevant objectives or policies that are furthered. Provide the numeric citation of the relevant objectives or policies. Discuss how the project site would assist in furthering the cited objectives or policies. (5 points); 9. Does the proposed project provide for acreage or outdoor recreational facilities necessary to maintain or improve adopted levels of service standards established in the comprehensive plan for outdoor recreation areas? If so, summarize the relevant objectives or policies that are furthered. Provide the numeric citation of the relevant objectives or policies. Identify the specific acreage or facility standards that are identified in the adopted level of service standards that would be maintained or improved. (10 points); 10. Does the proposed project further comprehensive plan directives that ensure the provision of facilities for outdoor recreation activities including, but not limited to, nature trails or boardwalks, waterway trails, interpretive displays, educational programs, wildlife observation areas, or picnic areas? If so, summarize the relevant objectives or policies that are furthered. Provide the numeric citation of the relevant objectives or policies. Discuss how the project site would assist in furthering the cited objectives or policies. (5 points); 11. Does the proposed project further future land use designations or comprehensive plan directives that provide for creating greenways consisting of environmentally sensitive lands or outdoor recreation opportunities? If so, summarize the relevant objectives or policies that are furthered. Provide the numeric citation of the relevant objectives or policies. Discuss how the project site would assist in furthering the future land use designations or cited objectives or policies. (5 points); 12. Does the proposed project further comprehensive plan directives that ensure the preservation of historical sites? If so, summarize the relevant objectives or policies that are furthered. Provide the numeric citation of the relevant objectives or policies. Discuss how the project site would assist in furthering the cited objectives or policies. (5 points); 13. How does the proposed project further comprehensive plan directives that provide for coordination with existing resource protection plans, such as aquatic preserve management plans, SWIM plans, habitat conservation plans, manatee protection plans, and estuarine sanctuary plans? If so, summarize the relevant objectives or policies that are furthered. Provide the numeric citation of the relevant objectives or policies. Discuss how the project site would assist in furthering the cited objectives or policies. (5 points). (2) Furtherance of Natural Resource Conservation, Coastal Protection, and Outdoor Recreation [Rule 9K-4.008(2)(a-d), F.A.C.] FCT/P2000-4 (Effective 2-10-98) 12 (a) Protection of Vegetative Communities. Ecologically viable natural vegetative communities occur on the project site. W 1. Does the project site consist of predominantly native forested or non - forested vegetative communities that have not been subjected to significant disturbances or alteration as a result of current or past human activities? If so, describe the various vegetative communities on the project site, including the quality of the communities and the approximate acreage of each community. Describe the extent of the disturbances or alteration as a result of current or past human activities on the project site and the approximate acreage of the disturbed or altered area. (5 points); 2. Does the project site contain a viable population of one or more listed plant species? If so, identify the listed plant species. Discuss the viability of the listed plant, including the approximate density or number of listed plants on the project site, how the plants will be protected, and who documented the plant species. (5 points); 3. Does the project site contain one or more natural communities recognized by the Florida Natural Areas Inventory as "imperiled'' or " critically imperiled?'' If so, describe the "imperiled'' or "critically imperiled "` natural community. Discuss the viability of the community, including the quality of the community, the approximate size of the community in acres, how the vegetative community will be protected, and who identified the community. (5 points); 4. Will the degraded or altered vegetative communities, if any, that occur on the project site be restored or enhanced to their natural state in terms of biological composition and ecological function? If so, discuss the extent of the degradation, the approximate acreage of the degraded area, and the extent of the restoration area in acres. Discuss how the area will be restored or enhanced to their natural state in terms of biological composition and ecological function. (5 points) . (b) Protection of Wildlife. The project site protects wildlife populations or their habitat. 1. Does the project site contain habitat recognized by appropriate state or federal agencies as typically suitable for one or more listed animal species? If so, identify the listed species that may use the site and describe the habitat on the project site that the listed species would use. Discuss the viability of the habitat, including the quality of the habitat, the approximate size of the habitat in acres, how the habitat will be protected, and who identified the suitability of the habitat. (5 points); 2. Has one or more listed animal species been recently documented by professionally accepted methods to use all or a portion of the project site as habitat? If so, identify the listed species. Discuss how the listed species using the site as habitat will be protected and who identified the listed species. (5 points); 3. Does the project site, alone or in conjunction with other adjacent conservation lands, support the recovery or maintenance of a significant population, as recognized by the appropriate state or federal agency, of one or more listed animal species? If so, identify FCT/P2000-4 (Effective 2-10-98) 13 the listed species and who documented that the project site supports the recovery or maintenance of a significant population. Discuss the viability of the listed species habitat-, including the size and quality of the listed species habitat on the project site and on any adjacent conservation lands and how the listed species habitat will be protected. (5 points) (c) Protection of Water Resources. The project site protects the quality and quantity of surface and groundwater resources. 1. Will the quality of surface waters occurring on the project site be improved through programs including, but not limited to, the elimination of pollution sources, or restoration of aquatic habitat? If so, discuss the restoration plan and the expected results. (5 points) ; 2. Are any surface water resources occurring on or adjacent to the project site designated as Class II waters, Outstanding Florida Waters, a National Estuary or Marine Sanctuary, aquatic preserve, wild and scenic river, or other local or state government special status designation intended to protect the natural resources and water quality of the waterbody? If so, provide a map showing the boundary of the Class II waters, Outstanding Florida Waters, a National Estuary or Marine Sanctuary, aquatic preserve, wild and scenic river, or other local or state government special status or provide a letter from the appropriate federal, state, or local government confirming that the project site is located within the designated boundary. Discuss the intention of the designation and how the project site will further the . intent of the designation. (5 points); 3. Does the project site protect high aquifer recharge areas or potable water supply areas as recognized by the applicable water management district, United States Geological Survey, or other local, state, or federal agencies? If so, provide a map showing the boundary of the high aquifer recharge areas or potable water supply areas or provide a letter from the appropriate federal, state, or local government confirming that the project site is located within the high aquifer recharge areas or potable water supply areas. Discuss the intention of the designation and how the project site will further the intent of the designation. (5 points). (d) Providing Outdoor Recreation. The project site provides for outdoor recreation opportunities. 1. Will the project site be utilized as urban open space, located within a built-up urban area and will be managed with as minimal disturbance as possible to the natural resources on the project site? If so, discuss the urban nature of the project site and how it will be managed with as minimal disturbance as possible to the natural resources on the project site including, the existing development around the project site. (10 points); 2. Will the proposed project provide nature trails, boardwalks, waterway trails, wildlife observation areas, scenic overlooks, interpretive displays or other such facilities to promote outdoor recreation with as minimal disturbances as possible to the natural resources on the project site? If so, describe what facilities will be provided and discuss how they will be integrated into the project site with as FCT/P2000-4 (EfTcccive2-10-98) 14 minimal disturbances as possible to the natural resources on the project site. (10 points); 3. Will the acquisition of the project site provide for new or enhanced access for outdoor recreational or management purposes to other natural areas used for outdoor recreation including, but not limited to existing parks, greenways and waterways? If so, describe what additional areas will be accessed and what additional recreational or management benefits would accrue. (10 points); 4. Does the project site contain an intact salt or freshwater beach that will be managed for recreation uses while preserving the natural character and functions of the project site? If so, identify the sites and discuss how the beach will be managed for recreation while protecting the natural features of the project site. (10 points); 5.Will the proposed project provide regularly scheduled and ongoing educational programs on the project site to promote the protection of natural resources? If so, describe what type of ongoing natural resource educational programs are proposed and how often the programs would be scheduled. (10 points). (3) Innovative, Unique, and Outstanding Project Elements [Rule 9K-4 . 008 (3) (a-j) , F.A.C. ] (a) Acquisition: Will the proposed project provide for alternatives to the acquisition of fee interests in land, including, but not limited to, acquisition of less than fee interest in a portion of the project site through conservation easements? If so, discuss what technique will be used. Discuss what portion of the site will be acquired under this techniques and the extent of public access to the area. (5 points). (b) Management: Will the proposed project provide for innovative and outstanding land and/or water management techniques or facilities design that promote natural resource conservation, coastal management, or outdoor recreation? If so, list the innovative and outstanding management techniques or facilities design that promote natural resource conservation, coastal protection, or outdoor recreation. Discuss how these activities or facilities are innovative and/or outstanding and exceed what would be normally expected under best management practices for the project site. (5 points). (c) Special Planning Initiatives. 1. Is the project site located within an Area of Critical State Concern as designated pursuant to Section 380.05, Florida Statutes? If so, provide a map showing the boundary of the Area of Critical State Concern designation and the location of the project site or provide a letter from the Department of Community Affairs confirming that the project site is located within the boundaries of the Area of Critical State Concern. Discuss the intention of the designation and how the project site will further the intent of the designation. (5 points). 2. Is the project site located within a municipality or county that was designated as a Sustainable Florida Community, pursuant to Section 163.3244, Florida Statutes, and that has executed a contract with the Department? If so, provide a map showing the boundary of the Sustainable Florida Community designation and the location of the FCT/P2000-4 (Effective 2-10.98) 15 project site and a copy of the executed contract with the Department of Community Affairs. Discuss the intention of the designation and how the project site will further the intent of the designation. (5 points) . 3. Is the project site located within the boundary of the Eastward Ho! Corridor, pursuant to Executive Order 94-54, and as determined and approved by the corridor counties, South Florida and Treasure Coast Regional Planning Councils, and the Department? If so, provide a map showing the boundary of the Eastward Ho! Corridor and the location of the project site or provide a letter from the Department of Community Affairs or Regional Planning Council confirming that the project site is located within the boundaries of the Eastward Ho! Corridor. Discuss the intention of the designation and how the project site will further the intent of the designation. (5 points). 4. Is the project site located within the boundary of a Waterfront Florida Community: said boundary must be described in a current contract between the applicant and either the Department or the Department's subcontracting grantee? If so, provide a map showing the boundary of the Waterfront Florida Community and the location of the project site or provide a letter from the Department of Community Affairs confirming that the project site is located within the boundaries of the Waterfront Florida Community. Discuss the intention of the designation and how the project site will further the intent of the designation. (5 points). 5. Is the project site located within an area identified in the local • government's Local Mitigation Strategy as a mitigation priority? If so, provide a map showing the mitigation priorities of the local government and a copy of the local government's Local Mitigation Strategy document. Discuss the intent of the designation and how the project site will further the intent of the designation. (5 points). (d) unique Features and/or Historical Sites Features: Does the project site contain unique natural features, or historical, archeological or cultural sites that are recognized by an appropriate agency or expert in the field? If so, discuss the quality of the unique natural features, or historical, archeological or cultural sites, the approximate size of the feature, how the feature will be protected, and which agency or expert in the field identified the feature. (10 points). (e) Multiple Benefits: Is the acquisition of the project site being pursued in conjunction and collaboration with other state, federal, local, or non-profit agencies acquiring adjacent lands? Will the multiple acquisition of these sites by multiple agencies provide synergistic benefits for resource conservation or outdoor recreation? If so, discuss how the acquisition is being coordinated with the other agencies and how the project site will provide synergistic benefits for resource conservation or outdoor recreation. (5 points). (f) Neighborhood Park. Is the entire project site less than 10 acres and located along streets where people can walk or bike without encountering heavy traffic, or is the project site of a size defined as a neighborhood park in the local plan? If so, discuss how the project site will be used as a neighborhood park, how people can walk or bike without encountering heavy traffic, and whether the entire project site is less than 10 acres or is of a size defined as a neighborhood park in the local plan (provide copy of the local plan definition). (10 points). F'CT/P2000-4 (EfTeccive 2-10-98) 16 (g) Urban Core Park. Is the project site surrounded by built up commercial, industrial, or mixed use areas and does it function to intersperse congested urban core areas with open areas? If so, describe the existing development surrounding the project site and how the project site will function to intersperse congested urban core areas with open areas. (10 points). (h) Providing a Greater Share of the Match. The applicant is committed to providing a greater percentage of a local match for an award. Up to 20 points based on the following: 1. Will the applicant provide a local match for 50 percent or more of the project costs? (10 points); or 2. Will the applicant provide a local match for 55 percent or more of the project costs? (15 points); or 3. Will the applicant provide a local match for 60 percent or more of the project costs? (20 points). (i) Greenway Network. Will the project enhance a local or regional network of linked greenways by connecting two or more greenways, by extending existing greenways, or by contributing to closing gaps in existing greenways? If so, identify the sites in the greenway network, discuss the greenway network and supply supporting information. (10 points). (j) Project Excellence. Does the proposed project further natural resource 0 conservation, coastal management, outdoor recreation or growth management in a manner that cannot be adequately evaluated with the criteria established elsewhere in this rule chapter? If so, describe how the proposed project furthers natural resource conservation, coastal management, outdoor recreation or growth management in a manner that was not adequately evaluated with the criteria established elsewhere in this rule chapter. Include documentation supporting this position. (up to 10 points) . C7 FCT/P2000-4 (EtTective 2-io-98) 17