SUBJECT: Consent Agenda
Title
A Resolution of the Board of Trustees of the Town of Erie Approving a 2023 Land and Water Conservation Fund Grant Application for the Schofield Farm Open Space Project
Body
DEPARTMENT: Parks & Recreation
PRESENTER: Luke Bolinger, Development & Neighborhood Services Division Manager
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Recommendation
Adopt the resolution approving the 2023 Land and Water Conservation Fund Grant Application for the Coal Creek Park Redevelopment Project
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POLICY IMPLICATIONS:
This resolution commits the Town to certain actions if the Town is awarded the grant.
SUMMARY AND BACKGROUND OF SUBJECT MATTER:
Staff is moving forward with the next project-phase at Schofield Farm, consistent with the site strategic plan approved by the Board of Trustees in 2018. Work will include drainage improvements, trailhead parking, and trail connections. To help offset funding for this project, Town staff are pursuing a 2023 Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) grant administered by Colorado Parks and Wildlife and the National Parks Service. The LWCF Program requires applicants to submit a resolution of support from the governing body that includes resources and support committed to the project. The application requests funding for work staff expects to complete in 2024-2025. If awarded, the Town will have three years to complete the project.
The resolution must include the following:
§ Support for the proposed project and application.
§ Acknowledgement that the Town is responsible for the expenditure of funds required to meet the terms and obligations of the grant agreement and application.
§ A statement authorizing a designated official to sign the grant agreement if the grant is awarded.
§ A statement confirming the Town’s ability to complete the specific transactions that will be necessary to accomplish the project.
Board Priority(s) Addressed:
ü Attractive Community Amenities
ü Engaged and Diverse Community
ü Prosperous Economy
ü Small Town Feel
ü Safe and Healthy Community
ü Effective Governance
ü Fiscally Responsible
ATTACHMENT:
1. Resolution 23-116