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MANDATORY:

☐ Signed letter of resolution from Governing Body that includes resources/support

committed to the project

☐ Exhibit A – Application

☐ Exhibit B – Budget (Unprotected Excel CPW form)

☐ Maps/Photos/Graphics [Separate PDF document(s)] DO NOT combine with application

☐ Letters of Support (maximum of 5). No letters from clubs, groups or individuals who are

specifically working on the project.

☐ Project should e completed within 2.5 years from receiving grant

☐ Required MATCH funding is secured, including CASH match funds

☐ CPW Area Manager was contacted about the project by Sept 3rd and applicant has

discussed the project with them. (not required for support grants) Note: ALL projects will

be reviewed by CPW for wildlife impacts.

ADDITIONAL PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS:

☐ Youth Corps or youth organization will be used on the project (name of organization)

☐ Volunteers will be utilized on the project (name organization)

EXHIBIT A

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EXHIBIT A

NON-MOTORIZED PLANNING/SUPPORT APPLICATIONApplicant or Organization Name:

Mailing Address:

Applicant Lead Contact Name: Title:

Telephone: Email: Is this the primary contact for this grant: YES NO

OFFICIAL USE ONLY – DUNS # (IF REQUIRED): PROJECT MANAGER (this person will have day-to-day responsibility for the project)

Name:

Email:

PRIMARY PARTNER INFORMATION (IF APPLICABLE)

Name:

Mailing Address:

Partner Contact Name: Title:

Telephone: Email: Is this the primary contact for this grant: ES NO

Project Title:

Grant Request: $ Required Match: $

Total Project Cost: $

Project Description: Please write a 3-4 paragraph description of your project and the expected accomplishments. Be sure to include Who, What, When, and Where.) This is your scope of work. (This section is not the place to talk about the project background, the benefits, the funding, or anything other than the actual work to be accomplished. Please address this information in question #1 of the Selection Criteria.)

WHO? Who will complete the work and who will oversee the project? Provide a description of your community or organization, highlighting its mission and purpose.

WHAT? Explain what you are going to do or accomplish. What is the goal or the reason for your project? Break down the project into a list of specific activities to be completed. These should be quantifiable items that correspond to the categories on your budget page. Include quantity or quality as part of your description of work to be performed. How long? How many? How many feet? How many miles? What materials will be used? Is a specific standard or guideline being used?

WHERE? Explain in detail the location of your project. Where is the project located? What county? What National Forest/ BLM Field Office? Provide the names of the trail(s) or trail system and where the work will be performed? What agency manages or is responsible for the land the project is on?

DEFINITIONS? Please define all acronyms and specialized terms that are used in your project description.

Telephone:

Town of Parachute

222 Grand Valley Way, Parachute, CO 81635

Stuart McArthur Town Manager

970.285.7630 stuartmc@parachutecolorado.com

Stuart McArthur

970.285.7630 stuartmc@parachutecolorado.com

TOWN OF PARACHUTE NON-MOTORIZED TRAIL PLAN$45,000 $20,000

$65,000

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EXHIBIT A

Project Description:

The Town of Parachute is located on the western slope of Colorado along the I-70 corridor between Grand Junction and Glenwood Springs. Parachute is a small community of approximately 1,300 residents known for its proximity to an abundance of Colorado’s natural resources—the Colorado River, surrounding lakes and mountain ranges—and alluring landscapes. Its economic development strategy is driven by creating access to these natural resources. And the community understands this priority and supports the vision through its comprehensive plan that integrates the town’s land uses with the naturalscape of the area.

To that end, the Town of Parachute purchased seventy (70) acres of open space to be dedicated to outdoor recreational activities. This project will allow the Town of Parachute to methodically plan and develop the open space to be used as a non-motorized trail for pedestrian/hiking, horseback, biking activities.

The property is located in Garfield County, Colorado: Sections 11 and 12; Township: 7; Range: 96. The local BLM field office is located in Silt, CO, and it is near the White River National Forest. There is currently no trail system on the property, and the property is owned by the Town of Parachute.

Stuart McArthur, Town Manager, will oversee the project. The work will be performed by the Town Engineering firm, High Country Engineering (HCE). HCE was selected through a competitive Request for Proposal (RFP) process.

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EXHIBIT A

LAND OWNERSHIP 1. Provide the name/s of the property owners:

2. The trail corridor is controlled by: Fee Simple Lease Easement License Right-of-Way Other:

PROJECTED USER INFORMATION (Please check all that apply) Hiking Motorcycling Equestrian

Walking Four-Wheeling ADA Accessible

Running All-Terrain Vehicle Paddling

Skateboarding Snowmobiling Other

In-Line Skating Snowshoeing Other

Biking X-Country Skiing Other

TRAIL SURFACE Asphalt Concrete Other

Natural Crusher Fines Other

PROJECT LOCATION (For multiple project sites attach a separate list.) Nearest Town or City:

County:

Latitude & Longitude Coordinates (in decimal degrees:

State Congressional District (https://www.govtrack.us/congress/members):

Acreage of new trailhead Miles of trail eing lanned

Miles of new trail construction Miles of trail main enance

Miles of in er c nnec ing rail Miles of trail reroute

Miles of trail e dec mmissi ned Miles of rail e res red

Miles of trail to be signed iles rail gr ming

er Other

Applicant Authorized Signature: ______________________________________Date: _____________ (From Applicant Organization)

Land Agency Authorized Signature: ___________________________________Date: _____________ (From project location land agency, if different from applicant)

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TOWN OF PARACHUTE

Garfield

Vicinity of 39° 26’ N 108° 04’ W

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TIMELINE

Provide a timeline estimate using the following form. Remember that the project is to be completed within two and a half years of the award date. Any proposed changes, including extensions or modifications in the project timeline, must be requested in writing and approved in advance by the State Trails Program.

PRELIMINARY TIMELINE ESTIMATE

TASK Jul-Sep 2020

Oct-Dec 2020

Jan-Mar 2021

Apr-Jun 2021

Jul-Sep 2021

Oct-Dec 2021

Jan-Mar 2022

Apr-Jun 2022

Jul-Sep 2022

Oct-Dec 2022

Project Initiation

lannng r c i i ies

Administrative Close-Out

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EXHIBIT A 1. COMMUNITY NEED & BENEFIT (1 points)

The Town of Parachute has conducted a Community Assessment Report, and an analysis of current economic conditions. The conclusion led to a set of initiatives consisting of both short- and long-term goals that enhance the quality of the local economic base and improves community “infrastructure” meeting the needs of both residents and visitors. One of the key actionable items included the design and programming for an outdoor recreational area which would be connected to outdoor activities via a non-motorized trail. The trail not only provides recreation used for pedestrian, hiking, horseback riding and biking activities, but will also provide access to adjacent BLM lands, which would otherwise send residents and visitors miles away.

The non-motorized trail will also serve to connect Parachute neighborhoods by creating Pedestrian Priority Areas where land use, demographic factors and development factors begin to form higher levels of walkability throughout the community. These Pedestrian Priority Areas will also create safer routes for all citizens, particularly school age pedestrians, as well as promoting a healthier way to move about the community.

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EXHIBIT A 2. URGENCY (5 points)

The Town of Parachute conducted an assessment of economic leakages that revealed a fair amount of commerce not captured, and/or leaving the town and surrounding area. It is the community’s goal to attract and retain residents and visitors to the area. And providing access via a non-motorized trail to valuable natural resources—the Colorado River, surrounding lakes and mountain range—is key to the community’s economic development initiatives.

The Town of Parachute has implemented actionable initiatives that promote economic development with outdoor recreation, and will be launching events in 2020 that will attract visitors from outside the region. The community wants to be ready for these events and has targeted date to completion.

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EXHIBIT A 3. CUMULATIVE IMPACTS (15 points)

The Town of Parachute has conducted an assessment that include both environmental and economic impacts.

Environmental impacts of the plans for the non-motorized trail were discussed with the Area Wildlife Manager, Scott Hoyer. Mgr. Hoyer’s report indicated no issues with the proposed application and plan.

Economic impacts of the non-motorized trail will result in more positive economic conditions for the community that will help attract and retain both residents and visitors to the community. This has been quantified through an assessment of economic leakages based on a 15-mile radius around the community. The non-motorized trail will help capture over 10,000 people and a cumulative $18 million in revenue dollars to existing and potential businesses.

The trail will be integrated with the naturalscape of the Colorado River, and the surrounding mountains and lakes, making them more accessible to a regional network of trails along the I-70 corridor.

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5. COLLABORATION (15 points) EXHIBIT A

In an effort to build economic and social infrastructure within the community, the Town of Parachute initiated a set of community meetings that resulted in a community assessment report and a charrette on place-making and community asset utilization. This collaborative effort resulted in a set of prioritized actionable items that will enhance the community’s social and economic well-being. The key priority is establishing the Town of Parachute as a center for outdoor recreational activities and access to surrounding Colorado natural resources.

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6. IMPLEMENTATION (15 points) EXHIBIT A

The non-motorized trail implementation strategy has been planned to maintain consistency with the larger statewide trail system that increases the accessibility and encourages the use of natural resources by the residents of the state, and encourages an increase in riding, hiking, bicycling and other compatible recreation activities as influences for the improvement of the health and welfare of residents and visitors alike.

The implementation strategy accentuates the importance of natural resources conservation, including wildlife and habitat, in conjunction with trail recreation, in the design, construction, maintenance, and enjoyment of trails. It prioritizes trails development and maintenance that is sustainable and sensitive to the environment, while complementing other land uses (such as adjacent residential and business developments, community recreational facilities and parks). The effect of the connected trail will inevitably serve residents, workers and school commuters.

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7. PUBLIC COMMENT & INVOLVEMENT (10 points) EXHIBIT A

The Town of Parachute had conducted several community meetings (as mentioned above) in the form of a Community Assessment Report (10/2017) and a Town Economic Activity Charrette (08/2019).

These public involvement events described several observations, including: • Youth was a huge asset to for the community, but not utilized, • The Town lacked activity and vitality and needed more outdoor recreational spaces

to attract visitors as well as retain residents within the town.• The Town’s proximity to an abundance of Colorado’s natural resources—the

Colorado River, surrounding lakes and mountain ranges—and alluring landscapes offers a low cost investment to create recreational attractions in and around the Town.

Residents felt strongly that access to the Colorado River is a prime asset for Parachute and the community. Economic diversification has been a primary priority for the Town, with a focus on outdoor recreation, tourism, and activating the historic downtown as a local and tourist destination. Extra care should be taken in making sure future development is attractive and inviting. Both Parachute and Battlement Mesa are investing in outdoor recreation as a long term economic development strategy; a unified Grand Valley theme of "Basecamp for Adventure" suggests a niche within outdoor recreation. The idea of Basecamp suggests a destination for one to stay-for a full day of activities, a weekend trip or a longer vacation. The term "Basecamp" conjures up imagery of parachutes, battlements, rock climbing, river trips, outfitting, and wilderness- all things this community has to offer.

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8. PLANNING PROCESS & OUTCOME (10 points) EXHIBIT A

The Parachute Non-Motorized Trails Plan will provide a comprehensive framework for economic development throughout the Town supporting all forms of human-powered recreation. It addresses interconnected infrastructure systems that serve both off-street routes and sites to key natural destinations throughout the area.

The planning process included a combination of quantitative Geographic Information Systems (GIS) analysis and broad-based community input. This process offered numerous in-person and online opportunities for community members to review and comment on the plan, including twelve different open houses throughout the surrounding area, an online survey, online interactive map, and the ability to comment directly to Town staff. An Advisory Committee representing a wide range of outdoor activity interest groups contributed to the plan. Collaborative planning meetings with regional partners also informed development of the plan.

The outcome of the planning process and the potential outcome of the project will yield access to key areas throughout the town aimed at increasing opportunities for human powered activities while enhancing economic activities. These projects fall into two categories, including: 1) town-wide projects addressing local, regional and system-wide needs, and 2) specific on- and off-road trail projects that improve an existing or establish a new non-motorized route.

We included performance measures that will be specific to evaluating the progress and effectiveness of the non-motorized trails plan, in terms of creating accessibility and generating economic activities. The Town’s tracking of performance measures will be helpful to future planning efforts and quantitatively support future grant applications. We will establish a pre-project baseline measure that will help illustrate the impact of the project.

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Exhibit B Page 1 of 1

SOURCE OF FUNDSDate

Secured

CPW Trails Grant Request

[A]

Total Project Match [B]

Total Funding ($) [C]

CASHColorado Parks and Wildlife TBD 45,000.00$ 45,000.00$ Town of Parachute 1/1/2020 20,000.00$ 20,000.00$

-$ -$

IN-KIND-$ -$ -$ -$

TOTAL SOURCES OF FUNDS 45,000.00$ 20,000.00$ 65,000.00$

[CASH] Description of Work Qty Unit Unit Price Total (B*D) CPW Funds Total Project

Match ($) Total Funding

($) Balance

[should be 0]

Contractor - Master Trails Plan 1 EA 60,000.00$ 60,000.00$ 41,540.00$ 18,460.00$ 60,000.00$ 0-$ -$ 0-$ -$ 0-$ -$ 0

Category 2 - Salary/WagesStaff Administration 50 HR 55.00$ 2,750.00$ 1,900.00$ 850.00$ 2,750.00$ 0

-$ -$ 0-$ -$ 0

-$ -$ 0-$ -$ 0-$ -$ 0-$ -$ 0

Additional CategoriesProject Overhead/Contingency 1 EA 1,200.00$ 1,200.00$ 830.00$ 370.00$ 1,200.00$ 0Volunteer Recognition 35 EA 30.00$ 1,050.00$ 730.00$ 320.00$ 1,050.00$ 0

-$ -$ 0-$ -$ 0-$ -$ 0

USE OF FUNDS - CASH SUBTOTAL 45,000.00$ 20,000.00$ 65,000.00$

[IN-KIND] Description of Work Qty Unit Unit Price Total (B*D) Total Funding

($) Balance

[should be 0]

Category 1 - Contracted Services

$ - $ - $ - 0Category 2 - Salary/Wages

$ - $ - $ - 0Category 3 - Materials/Tools

$ - $ - $ - 0Additional Categories

$ - $ - $ - 0IN-KIND SUBTOTAL -$ $ -

TOTAL PROJECT COST 45,000.00$ 20,000.00$ 65,000.00$ 30% REQUIRED MATCH 13,500.00$

Exhibit BBudget Form - Project Name:

CATEGORY 1-Contracted Services Identify as: Youth Corps, Engineering, Contractor, etc.

CATEGORY 3-Materials/Supplies Identify as: Signs, crusherfines, native seed, weed barrier, etc.

Town of fParachute NM Trails Plan

PARACHUTE PROJECT AREA

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PARACHUTE

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September 25, 2019 Dear CO Parks and Wildlife, My name is Zoe Manickam and I teach environmental science, outdoor science and fitness at Grand Valley High School in Parachute, CO. This is my first year at this school (5th year in the area), and while the school provides wonderful resources for young people in this community, I have been shocked at how little students are interested in the outdoors. I personally moved to CO to enjoy being outside as much as possible. I have been surprised that many of those who are born and raised here, do not appreciate their “backyard.” I believe the primary issue is a lack of access to being in nature - via limited school programming and very limited accessibility of natural areas. In Parachute, I have only heard of one hiking trail that requires driving to access the trailhead. It would be amazing if we could create a network of trails that people could access closer to town and then use to get deeper into the backcountry. Such trails would provide students and other community-members the opportunity for hiking, mountain biking, camping, having picnics with family and friends, etc. Many youth come from families where adults work full-time or have no interest in outdoor recreation. I I believe that if we “build it [trails], they will come” - and I would love to take a role in introducing my students to outdoor recreation resources as they become available. Assuming they enjoy the outdoor activities they engage in, they might even take their excitement home and get other family members outside. I think having access to outdoor activities could really strengthen the community as a whole by providing its young citizenry with healthy alternatives to drugs and video games, and increasing their connection to the land and each other. I very much appreciate your time and consideration to help elevate our community. Please reach out to discuss anything further! Warm Regards, Zoe Manickam zmanickam@garfield16.org 970-285-5705

LETTERS OF SUPPORT

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Ron Olson 188 Limberpine Circle Parachute CO 81635 September 24, 2019

Colorado Parks and Wildlife Department of Natural Resources Dear Sir or Madam; I am Ron Olson, the current coordinator of the Battlement Mesa Hiking Group. The Hiking Group was formed 27 years ago, hiking every Thursday from the beginning of April until the week before Thanksgiving. We begin in Rabbit Valley near the Utah border and, as the weather warms and the snow melts, we move up the Grand Valley through Grand Junction, Palisade, Rifle and Glenwood Springs. We go as far as Dotsero and the McClure Pass, which are long drives. Then we go to Grand Mesa and back down the Grand Valley. We do not hike in Battlement Mesa or Parachute, except for the Battlement Reservoir Trail, which is very difficult, because we have lost access to most of the trails that the group has historically hiked here. The group enjoyed these hikes very much. We therefore very strongly support the Town of Parachute’s efforts to develop a trail system here. It would be a welcome addition to have hiking in the immediate area and to enjoy its beauty. It would also save us time, money and gas in that we drive for a half hour to an hour and half for most of our hikes. Please consider awarding a grant to the Town of Parachute to begin the planning process. This would eventually fill a gap in an otherwise extensive hiking network up and down the Grand Valley and bring more hikers to the Parachute/Battlement Mesa area. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely,

Ron Olson Ron Olson Coordinator, Battlement Mesa Hiking Group

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September 25, 2019 To: Colorado Parks and Wildlife Department of Natural Resources RE: Letter of Support for New Trails for the Town of Parachute Dear Sir or Madam, I was honored to be asked to write a letter of support for the Town of Parachute’s proposed project for planning new trails development on BLM surrounding the town. The Rifle Area Mountain Biking Organization (RAMBO) is dedicated to promoting and advocating for mountain biking and trail building in the area around Rifle and our surrounding neighbors. Our volunteers help in the creation and maintenance of trails and work to promote the fantastic mountain biking opportunities around Rifle. Currently the land around the Town of Parachute is a gem waiting for development to support new mountain biking and hiking activities. The area has significant potential for providing new outdoor recreational experiences for our group members, the Parachute community, and the broader area beyond it. I believe that any new trail system in the area will be a great benefit to improving the fitness options in our area and getting more people out to experience the rugged beauty of Western Garfield County. Our organization is happy to support the Town of Parachute’s application for funding support for this project, we believe the use of professional trail building consultants, Town officials/vested organizations, and community volunteers will help ensure that any plans to add new trails to the Parachute area will meet the needs of our community and expand opportunities for safe but challenging mountain biking, hiking and outdoor recreation. There is a significant lack of non-motorized outdoor recreation areas spanning from the county line to the Rifle area. We are in full support of this proposed project to bring more outdoor recreation to the town of Parachute and the surrounding areas. Please consider awarding a grant to the Town of Parachute to help facilitate the planning process. Sincerely, Erik Villaseñor President of the Board Rifle Area Mountain Biking Organization (RAMBO)

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