HomeMy WebLinkAbout11-219MAY 24, 2011
11 -219 RESOLUTION
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PURPOSE: APPROVE SUBMITTAL OF RECREATIONAL TRAILS ACT
GRANT APPLICATION FOR WILLIAM STEIGER PARK
RIVERWALK
INITIATED BY: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
WHEREAS, the City of Oshkosh is interested in developing lands for public
outdoor recreation purposes; and
WHEREAS, financial aid is required to carry out the project; and
WHEREAS, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, through the
Recreational Trails Program, provides grant funds to develop and maintain recreational
rails and trail - related facilities for both motorized and non - motorized recreational trail
uses; and
WHEREAS, the City of Oshkosh desires to apply for said grant funds for
riverwalk improvements at William Steiger Park.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Oshkosh has budgeted
funds sufficient to complete the project and hereby authorizes Allen Davis, Community
Development Director, to act on behalf of the City of Oshkosh to:
- Submit an application to the State of Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources for
any financial aid that may be available;
- Submit reimbursement claims along with necessary supporting documentation within 6
months of project completion date;
- Submit signed documents; and
-Take necessary action to undertake, direct and complete the approved project.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City of Oshkosh will comply with State or
Federal rules for the programs; will maintain the completed project in an attractive,
inviting and safe manner; will keep the facilities open to the general public during
reasonable hours consistent with the type of facility and will obtain from the State of
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources or the National Park Service approval in
writing before any change is made in the use of the project site.
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ON THE WATER
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the Common Council
FROM: Allen Davis ),qw
Community Development Director
DATE: May 18, 2011
RE: Approve Submittal of Recreational Trails Act Grant Application for William Steiger
Park Riverwalk
BACKGROUND /ANALYSIS
As part of the riverwalk improvements on the south shore of the Fox River, it is proposed to start the
improvements with the City owned William Steiger Park property adjacent to the Wisconsin Street
bridge and the Bridgeview Center development. Phase I of the improvements include replacing the
existing walkway with a new 12 ft. wide riverwalk; new landscaping and lighting; replace riprap; and
working with the DNR on possible wildlife habitat areas. The second phase of the project would
include construction of a parking lot and boat launch on the property currently being used by the
Public Works Department.
It is proposed to apply for a Recreational Trails Act grant from the Wisconsin Department of Natural
Resources. The grant funds would be eligible for costs associated with construction of the overall
riverwalk improvements estimated at $3 million. Grant funds of up to 50% of eligible costs can be
applied for, or $45,000, whichever is less. Council is being asked to authorize submittal of an
application for grant funds for this purpose.
FISCAL IMPACT
Funds are currently budgeted in the 2012 Capital Improvement Program for construction of the first
phase of the William Steiger Park riverwalk improvements.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends applying for financial assistance from the Wisconsin DNR for the City Center area
riverwalk improvements.
Approved,
City Manager