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HomeMy WebLinkAboutGP Submittal Comp Parks Rec PlanComprehensive Parks, Recreation, and Active Transportation Plan 1 PROPOSAL FOR PROFESSIONAL CONSULTING SERVICES: Comprehensive Parks, Recreation,and Active Transportation PlanCity of Bozeman, Montana APRIL 16, 2021 GreenPlay, LLC | Proposal for the City of Bozeman, Montana2 TABLE OF CONTENTS A. Title Page ...............................................................................3 B. Executive Summary .......................................................................5 C. Firm Profile & Project Personnel ............................................................7 D. Experience .............................................................................20 E. Scope of Proposal .......................................................................28 F. Budget .................................................................................38 G. References .............................................................................40 H. Affirmation Of Nondiscrimination ..........................................................41 WHAT'S IN OUR NAME? GREEN represents our passion for parks, recreation, and open space and our continued goal for environmental sustainability in all projects. PLAY represents the recreation professional who actively demonstrates the joy of spending time doing things they love. GREENPLAY works together with organizations to help solve their problems and achieve unified goals. By performing these services, we simplify your job and make working together fun. 1021 E. South Boulder Rd. | Suite N | Louisville, CO 80027 | 303.439.8369 | www.greenplayllc.com April 16, 2021 City of Bozeman, Montana P.O. Box 1230 Bozeman, MT 59771-1230 Attn: Addi Jadin, Parks Planning and Development Manager Dear Ms. Jadin and Selection Committee: GreenPlay, LLC, is pleased to submit our proposal to develop a Comprehensive Parks, Recreation, and Active Transportation Plan for the City of Bozeman. This plan will serve as an overarching document with the goal of providing for sufficient parkland, trails, and recreation programs and facilities for Bozeman citizens. The plan will guide the expansion of these essential services as the community grows and adapts to changes of demographics, climate, and recreational trends. This plan will update your existing framework for developing and managing the City’s parks, recreation, and active transportation systems to ensure alignment with priorities such as equity, inclusivity, and environmental sustainability—along with community-identified values identified during the outreach and engagement process. Since 1999, GreenPlay has completed nearly 600 similar Plans in the State of Montana and throughout the country. We will bring our experience as parks and recreation administrators and operators to your city to develop a community-driven plan that contains implementable recommendations. To help the City of Bozeman meet and exceed all of your goals for this plan update, we have assembled a comprehensive team to address each of your desired outcomes. This team blends local and technical expertise with GreenPlay’s experience and expertise in parks, recreation, and open space operations. The team includes: • GreenPlay: Tom Diehl, MS, CPRP, Pat O’Toole, Teresa Jackson, APO, CPO, Dave Peterson, RLA, and Caylon Vielehr. We are management planners focusing on project management and coordination; community and stakeholder engagement; inventory and analysis; parks, facilities, and open space maintenance analysis; financial and recreation analysis; user and fee analysis; and development of final recommendations. In addition, we will include our GRASP® Geo-Spatial Analysis team for inventory, mapping, and level of service analysis. Contact information: GreenPlay, LLC., 1021 E. South Boulder Road, Suite N, Louisville, CO 80027. (303) 439-8369, tdiehl@greenplayllc.com. • DHM Design: Matthew Whipple. DHM Design is a full service landscape architecture firm with an office in Bozeman, Montana and several Colorado communities. They specialize in landscape architecture, planning, ecological planning and urban design. Contact information: DHM Design, 113 East Oak St., Ste. 4B, Bozeman, MT 59715. (406) 219-2012, MWhipple@dhmdesign.com. • Robert Peccia & Associates (RPA): RPA is a respected full-service civil engineering firm of over 60 individuals with offices in Helena, Kalispell, and Bozeman, Montana. They take pride in personalized service and sterling reputation for designing practical and sustainable engineering solutions. Contact information: Robert Peccia & Associates, 602 S Ferguson Ave Suite 5, Bozeman, MT 59718. (406) 284-2110, SRandall@rpa-hln.com • RRC Associates: Chris Cares. RRC Associates will design and implement a statistically-valid survey as part of the community and stakeholder engagement portion of the plan. RRC has developed surveys for over 100 similar projects with GreenPlay. Contact Information: RRC Associates, 4770 Baseline Rd., #35, Boulder, CO 80303. (303) 449-6558, chris@rrcassociates.com. A. TITLE PAGE GreenPlay, LLC | Proposal for the City of Bozeman, Montana4 TITLE PAGE – CONTINUED Our record in parks, recreation, and open space planning has been outstanding. We look forward to the opportunity to apply our skills to assess your parks, recreation facilities, and open spaces and develop innovative, yet implementable recommendations with you. I will serve as primary contact person, and contact information is listed below. If you have any questions related to this proposal, please feel free to contact me at the number listed below. I am authorized to represent GreenPlay. Sincerely, Teresa Penbrooke, PhD, CPRE CEO and Founding Managing Member 1021 E. South Boulder Rd., Suite N, Louisville, CO 80027 Phone: (303) 870-3884 (direct) E-mail: TeresaP@GreenPlayLLC.com Comprehensive Parks, Recreation, and Active Transportation Plan 5 PROJECT UNDERSTANDING Since its founding, Bozeman has grown from a small, agricultural town to a thriving micropolitan area. Residents of the City appreciate year-round access to recreation, and cite this as a desirable feature of the community. In recent years, Bozeman has experienced high growth and changing economics, serving as a regional health- care hub and a growing tech industry. Your population is nearing 50,000. This Comprehensive Parks, Recreation, and Active Transportation Plan will allow the City to continue offering high quality, year-round recreation programs and services to your residents as you grow. This plan will update the 2007 Parks, Recreation, Open Space, and Trails Master Plan and will build off of other planning work completed by the City. This project also includes development of an Active Transportation Plan to help the City prioritize accessibility and mobility choices and enhances connectivity throughout the City. QUALIFICATIONS Our GreenPlay team is uniquely qualified to complete your project. We are parks and recreation planners and former operators of comparable systems. We have experience managing and maintaining parks, recreation, open space, and trails systems. Our team will bring this knowledge to you to create recommendations that are tailored to your system and implementable by your Department. We have completed similar projects for numerous agencies including northern tier communities of Helena and Lewis & Clark County, Montana; Meridian, Sand- point and Post Falls, Idaho; the Wyoming communities of Teton County, Jackson, Guernsey, Riverton, and Wheatland; Sioux Falls, South Dakota; and Williston, North Dakota; as well as the mountain communities of Golden, Fraser Valley, and Glenwood Springs, Colorado to name a few. Scope of Work The following infographic represents our Scope of Work to prepare your Comprehensive Parks, Recreation, and Active Transportation Plan. B. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Strategic Kick-Off • Critical Success Factors • Key focus areas• Meeting schedule • Identification of Key Stakeholders • Gathering of All Relevant Documents • Briefing with Decision Makers Key Elements of a Community Parks and Recreation Strategic/Master Plan 1 2 3 4 4 Stages of Public Engagement Typically our Strategic/Master Plans include a 5-year focus on operations, 10-year focus on capital, and 20 year strategic vision. Other elements and tools are added as needed for a community-specific plan. Final Plan • Review • Staff• Public• Decision Makers • Distribute/Post Implementation • Action Plan • Annual Review Information Gathering • Needs Assessment• Surveys (optional) • Inventory • Level of Service Analysis• Community Profile• Trends Findings & Visioning • Presentation/Feedback Sessions• What We Have Discovered• Key Issues Matrix • Key Ideas and Themes • Programming & Operations Analysis • Financial Resources Draft Recommendations • Summary Findings • Strategies • Implications• Recommendations• Action Plan • Review & Revisions © 2020 GreenPlay, LLC. All Rights Reserved. Reuse by permission only. Contact: Info@greenplayllc.com GreenPlay, LLC | Proposal for the City of Bozeman, Montana6 Comprehensive Parks, Recreation, and Active Transportation Plan 7 GreenPlay, LLC, is a limited liability company that was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Colorado with ten regional offices around the country. We operate as a CONSORTIUM OF EXPERTS specifically to provide management and consulting services for parks, recreation, open space, and related quality of life agencies. We serve as a resource for agencies by organizing teams that are responsive, experienced in the field, and who understand the needs of individual communities. Our firm works nation-wide with 20 employees and over 75 technical consortium affiliates and sub-consultants to complete projects for large and small agencies throughout the nation. GreenPlay has successfully completed nearly 600 projects, working with local, state, and national government agencies, as well as with private sector organizations. We have a strong national reputation based on many years of experience with staff who will help you to develop a community-specific plan that will be easily implemented, help gain engagement and consensus, and will address the key issues for the City of Bozeman. GreenPlay team members have direct experience working for parks and recreation departments across the country as operators and senior level administrators. Having worked as individuals on “your side of the table,” we know how important it is for consultants to be accessible. We also understand the importance of your daily responsibilities. Regional Experience Our firm has experience that is directly relevant to this project. We have completed similar projects for nu- merous agencies including northern tier communities of Helena and Lewis & Clark County, Montana; Me- ridian, Sandpoint and Post Falls, Idaho; the Wyoming communities of Teton County, Jackson, Guernsey, Riverton, and Wheatland; Sioux Falls, South Dakota; and Williston, North Dakota; as well as the mountain communities of Golden, Fraser Valley, and Glenwood Springs, Colorado to name a few. Our team provides expertise helping these communities plan for sustain- able development which is environmentally sensitive and financially sound. We will be able to quickly dis- cern key issues in your community and help you plan to address them in an effective manner. Collectively, the GreenPlay Team offers a comprehensive set of skills built on a foundation of excellent verbal and written communication abilities. Our experience allows us to effectively manage our time while producing plans that are detailed, customized, and implementable. Management Approach and Philosophy Toward Parks and Recreation Planning We believe that parks and recreation assets contribute to the quality of life that makes a community a desirable place to work, live, and play. GreenPlay consultants are all passionate about developing plans and documents that work conceptually and are implementable in each individual community. Our plans are: • Unique • Customized • Implementable • Completed using an equity lens that places diversity, equity, and inclusion as a priority during the planning process and with the final plan C. FIRM PROFILE & PROJECT PERSONNEL GreenPlay, LLC | Proposal for the City of Bozeman, Montana8 100% WOMEN OWNED 600 COMPLETEDPROJECTS 175 YEARS OFEXPERIENCE 22 YEARS INBUSINESS 20 EMPLOYEES 46STATES PROVEN RECORD OF CAPABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE GreenPlay has a proven record of experience and expertise in parks, recreation, trails, and open space planning. These types of projects are not an adjunct service for our firm! This is what we do at GreenPlay, everyday, successfully, for small and large communities of all types, across the country. 4,935PARKSEVALUATED * OVER 27,000PUBLIC COMPONENTS ASSESSED * * Number in the validated GRASP® national dataset since 2003. We have also evaluated 1,000s of other parks. Comprehensive Parks, Recreation, and Active Transportation Plan 9 Identified team members selected for this project have the full capacity to complete all tasks associated with the project. When needed, GreenPlay staff can arrive within hours, with daily direct flights to Bozeman. Our sub- consultants, DMH and RPA are both located in Bozeman. We carefully detail our on-site gatherings during SKO to ensure that our local presence is fully considered. You will see your GreenPlay team members the same amount as if they were all based locally. Pat O’Toole, Principal-in-Charge Tom Diehl, MS, CPRP, Project Manager Teresa Jackson, APO, CPO, Project Consultant Dave Peterson, PLA, GRASP® Team Leader Caylon Vielehr, GIS Analysis Matthew Whipple, Principal, Landscape Architect Robert Peccia & Associates Scott P. Randall, PE, PTOE Transportation Planning & Operations Group Manager Chris Cares, MS, Principal TEAM ORGANIZATION GreenPlay, LLC | Proposal for the City of Bozeman, Montana10 SUB-CONSULTANT FIRMS As individuals we are impassioned by the American West. As a firm we are its students, and its stewards. Who We Are We are landscape and ecological professionals who call the West home. Like the region itself, we are pragmatic, independent and resilient individuals — but we’re also steeped in the values and skills of teamwork. We are vigorous users and lovers of the outdoors, committed to both environmental and cultural preservation. Since our founding in Denver in 1975, our employee-owned Corporation has expanded with studios in Bozeman, Missoula, Carbondale, and Durango. Our roster now includes professionals in landscape architecture, natural resource management, horticulture, land use planning, graphic design, 3D modeling and computer imaging, plus some who also hold degrees in enriching fields like studio art, anthropology and philosophy. What We Do In a word, stewardship. In a phrase, the integration of ecological planning with design. We stress the primacy of context. We strive for holistic awareness not only of a place and its ecology, but its history of human presence too. Deliberately, our interventions sit lightly on the land. What we don’t do is anything more than what’s called for. Our work is primarily in the American West, from the Front Range across the Great Basin to the Sierra Nevadas. We plan and design for resort and residential communities, historic sites, civic spaces and parks, small- town revitalizations, tribal lands, legacy ranches and high-end residences. We are especially proud that a considerable part of our portfolio has been work for the National Park Service. This connection has instilled in us a deep sensitivity to the necessary balance between protecting nature and revealing how it can be enjoyed. How We Do It Every one of our projects is a collaborative interaction between the client, a cross- disciplinary team of DHM professionals and, when appropriate, expert outside consultants. The work begins with inquiry. Listening leads to perception and analysis. We expect to find complexity, and we embrace it — though the solutions we arrive at often appear deceptively simple. We are committed to open-minded engagement with a project’s stakeholders, and are especially resourceful at graphic presentation and the facilitation of dialogue. We have learned that communication and trust make possible the union of divergent viewpoints, and that in turn makes landscapes that can be cherished and sustained. ABOUT DHM DESIGN Comprehensive Parks, Recreation, and Active Transportation Plan 11 RRC Associates RRC Associates will design and implement a statistically-valid survey as part of the community and stakeholder engagement portion of the plan. RRC has developed surveys for over 100 similar projects with GreenPlay. RRC has extensive experience with parks, recreation, open space, and trails needs assessment studies for cities, counties, recreation districts, and also at the state level. The goal of the studies is to obtain citizen input on a variety of topics related to parks and recreation use, values, and community priorities for future improvements. Many studies also have particular emphasis on gauging support for community recreation centers and aquatic facilities. A variety of re- search techniques are used in the studies, including telephone, mail, Internet, user surveys, and focus groups. Current satisfaction levels with existing facili- ties and programs are also measured, as is the relative importance of specific new priorities, facilities, and policies most desired and needed by the commu- nities. Results and conclusions from the research help guide the development of parks and recreation master plans in the communities. Robert Peccia and Associates (RPA) has provided transportation planning and engineering services to both public and private clients for over 40 years. Our 100-percent employee-owned small business firm serves state, federal, and municipal clients as well as private organizations throughout the northwest. RPA’s corporate headquarters are in Helena, with branch offices located in Boz- eman and Kalispell. RPA’s staff consists of over 60 professionals skilled in differ- ent disciplines including: transportation planning, traffic operations, roadway design, environmental planning, graphic design, technical writing, and other support services. Many of our key staff have more than 20 years of experience developing transportation planning and engineering projects and are well known across the state and highly regarded for planning and engineering work. RPA’s Transportation Planning and Operations Group has completed an exten- sive list of transportation planning and engineering analyses, corridor studies, active transportation plans, parking studies, urban transportation planning projects, traffic safety evaluations, and roadway designs across the northwest. Our key staff have dedicated their careers to developing traffic engineering studies, long-range transportation plans, roadway designs, and providing public involvement services. The local presence of RPA will ensure the City on-de- mand access to the project team in a friendly, and responsive manner. We will use our local knowledge and experience to develop a high-quality, imple- mentable Active Transportation Plan that is specific to the community and transportation users. Page | 1 ROBERT PECCIA & ASSOCIATES RESUME Scott P. Randall, PE, PTOE Transportation Planning and Operations Group Manager Specialties § Project Management § Transportation Planning § Traffic Operations § Active Transportation § Public Facilitation § Transportation Safety Experience Mr. Randall has spent the past 18 years in the transportation field, 14 of which have been with RPA. He began his career as a transportation planner at MDT, then started with RPA as a traffic engineer in 2007, and is now leading RPA’s Transportation Planning and Operations Group. Scott is a certified Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE) and provides traffic engineering, transportation planning, and project management expertise on projects throughout the northwest. His work includes traffic studies, safety projects, transportation plans, traffic simulation, corridor studies, safety audits, urban planning, and various other transportation-related projects. Scott has managed, or been a key team member, on the following recent and ongoing projects: TRANSPORTATION PLANNING • Yaquina Head Transportation Master Plan, Newport, OR • Going to the Sun Road Bicycle User Study, Glacier National Park, MT • Greater Triangle Area Transportation Plan, Gallatin County, MT • Bozeman Transportation Master Plan, Bozeman, MT • Belgrade Transportation Plan Update (2017), Belgrade, MT • Montana ADA Transition Plan, Montana • Montana Pedestrian and Bicycle Plan, Montana • US 191 Corridor Planning Study, Gallatin County, MT • Paradise Valley Corridor Planning Study, Park County, MT • Missoula Area Community Transportation Safety Plan (2018), Missoula, MT • Belgrade to Bozeman Frontage Road Corridor Study, Gallatin County, MT • River Drive Corridor Study, Great Falls, MT • MSU Comprehensive Parking and Transportation Plan, Bozeman, MT • Greater Helena Area Long Range Transportation Plan – 2014, Helena, MT TRAFFIC ENGINEERING • Downtown Whitefish Highway Study, Whitefish, MT • Batavia Intersection Improvements, Kalispell, MT • Gore Hill Interchange, Great Falls, MT • Dern/Spring Reconstruct, Kalispell, MT • Custer Avenue Traffic Engineering Study, Helena, MT • Courthouse Couplet, Kalispell, MT • Durston and Cottonwood Roads, Bozeman, MT • East Missoula (MT 200) Road Safety Audit, East Missoula, MT • Sidney Roundabout, Sidney, MT • US Highway 93 Safety Audit, Flathead Indian Reservation, MT • Lincoln – Montana Interchange, Helena, MT • Lame Deer Roundabout, Lame Deer, MT • Highway 212 Corridor Safety Audit, Northern Cheyenne Indian Reservation, MT • Rocker Interchange, Rocker, MT • Brooks Street Corridor Safety Audit, Missoula, MT • FHWA Oregon Project Identification Reports (PIRs), Various, OR • FHWA Road Improvements Impact Study, Various, MT Mr. Randall is skilled in Vissim, Vistro, SIDRA, Synchro, TransCAD, HCS, Sketchup, ArcGIS, MicroStation, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office software. Education Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering with emphasis in Transportation and Structures, 2007, Montana State University (MSU), Bozeman, MT Registration Professional Engineer, Montana No. 18127 Certification Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE), No. 3237 Affiliations American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) – Montana Section Vice President Transportation Research Board (TRB) Montana Association of Planners (MAP) Montana Association of Geographic Information Professionals (MAGIP) Continuing Education/Training Design and Modal Considerations for Roundabouts (TRB) Safety Management Data Analytics (TRB) North American Roundabout Training Workshop (GHD) Accommodating Large Trucks and Oversize Loads at Roundabouts (TRB) Safe Routes to Schools (Institute of Transportation Engineers) Improving Intersection Safety and Efficiency (University of Wisconsin) Complete Streets (American Planning Association) Designing and Implementing Roundabouts (University of Wisconsin) On-Site Circulation Design (American Society of Civil Engineers) Modern Roundabouts (National Highway Institute) Spatial Analysis (Idaho State University) Geoprocessing CAD Data with ArcGIS (ESRI) GIS for Managers (ESRI) GreenPlay, LLC | Proposal for the City of Bozeman, Montana12 WORK EXPERIENCE: Tom is a Recreation and Athletics Management Professional with 35 years of experience at both public and private institutions. Tom has concentrated on program and facility enhancement, and his expertise includes strategic and master planning, feasibility studies, capital and operational planning, budgeting, resource management, procurement/contract administration, equipment specifications, construction management and historical renovations. He has extensive experience with recreation and athletics programming, community relations, and special events management. He has successfully overseen capital projects valued up to $60 million. REPRESENTATIVE POSITIONS • Project Consultant/Manager for GreenPlay with a focus on site operational planning and management, along with integration of stakeholder needs into overall systems success. • Director and Associate Director of Recreational Sports at Virginia Commonwealth University. • Assistant Athletic Director for Facilities at Marist College • Intramural Director, Facility Director, HPE Instructor and Lacrosse Coach at Le Moyne College. • Played Division I Lacrosse at Syracuse University. • 13 years of experience coaching at the university level, high school coaching experience and experience coaching almost all sports at various youth levels. REPRESENTATIVE GREENPLAY PROJECTS • Vancouver, WA – Maintenance and Special Events TCO and Alternative Analysis • Umatilla, OR – Parks Master Plan • Wilsonville, OR – Parks and Recreation Master Plan• Sandpoint, ID – Parks and Recreation Master Plan• Post Falls, ID – Parks and Recreation Master Plan• Alexandria, VA – Cost Recovery and Resource Allocation Philosophy• Barrington, NH – Recreation Needs Assessment and Master Plan• Bismarck, ND – Facilities Master Plan and Feasibility Study • Bloomington, IL – Parks and Recreation Master Plan• Brookline, MA – Athletic Field Master Plan and Strategic Master Plan Update• Colchester, VT – Needs Assessment and Master Plan• Colchester, VT – Recreation Impact Fee Study• College Park, MD – Duvall Field Master Plan & Senior Recreation Needs Assessment• Dublin, CA – Parks and Recreation Master Plan• Grover Beach, CA – Senior Center Needs Assessment and Feasibility Study• Hampton, VA – Parks and Recreation Master Plan• Harrisonburg, VA – Purcell Park Master Plan• Hesperia Recreation District, CA – Comprehensive Master Plan• Lafayette, CO – Operation & Maintenance Study• Leland, NC – Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master Plan• Loudon County, VA – Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Department Organizational Analysis• Pleasant Valley Recreation & Parks District, CA – Senior & Community Recreation Facilities Needs Assessment• Phelan Piñon Hills Community Services District, CA – Comprehensive Master Plan• Prospect Heights Park District, IL – Comprehensive Master Plan and Feasibility Study• Redmond Recreation & Parks District, OR – Recreation Center Feasibility Study• Santee, CA – Master Plan Update • Santee, CA – Site and Economic Analysis for Proposed Community Center• Walnut, CA – Walnut Ranch Park Expansion Project EDUCATION Master of Science, Syracuse University, August 1990 Bachelor of Science, Syracuse University, December 1982 _____________________________ SELECT PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS AND DEVELOPMENT Long time NIRSA and NRPA member The Grace E. Harris Leadership Institute VCU Leadership Development - October 2013 NIRSA School of Recreational Sports Management - June 1997 Has been CPR/First Aid/AED certified, Certified Pool Operator, Certified Emergency Shelter Operator Active Shooter Training Cemetery Superintendent _____________________________ AREAS OF EXPERTISE Master/Strategic Planning & Needs Assessments Feasibility Studies & Operational Programming Pricing Philosophy Organizational Structuring Alternative Funding & Partnerships Business Planning Policy Development Research Studies Marketing & Public Relations Strategies Accessibility Assessments Transition Plans Cost-Benefit Analysis Risk Management Evaluation Tom Diehl, MS, CPRP PROJECT MANAGER, PRINCIPAL TEAM RESUMES Comprehensive Parks, Recreation, and Active Transportation Plan 13 WORK EXPERIENCE: Pat brings over 40 years of management planning for parks and recreation agencies, and has led projects for GreenPlay since 2003. Prior to joining GreenPlay, Pat was President of OATS LLC, a private park and recreation consulting firm, and worked for many years as a Principal for Leon Younger and PROS. Pat also has previous management experience as both a director and an assistant director for several progressive agencies in four different states. He brings to GreenPlay extensive expertise in planning, operations, budgeting, pro formas, cost recovery and activity-based costing, funding sources, customer service, partnerships, efficiencies, public process, and all other facets of park and recreation agency management. He is skilled at leading forward-focused projects and teams, specifically related to creating vision and implementation. Management Consulting in Parks, Recreation, and Sports since 1995 • Principal, GreenPlay LLC, 2003 - Present • President, OATS, LLC, 2002 - 2008 • Principal, Leon Younger & PROS, 1995 - 2002 Public Parks and Recreation Administration from 1979-1995 • Indy Parks and Recreation, Indianapolis, IN – Assistant Director 1992-1995 • Lake Metroparks, Cleveland, OH – Assistant Director 1988-1992 • Jackson County Parks & Recreation, Kansas City, MO – Asst. Director 1984-1988 • Kingman Recreation Commission, Kingman, KS – Director 1979-1984 REPRESENTATIVE PROJECT EXPERIENCE Pat has worked on over 300 projects in 46 states since 1995. The following is a sample listing of projects. • Helena and Lewis and Clark County, MT – Parks and Recreation Needs Assessment and Master Plan • Arizona State Parks – Cattail Cove Site Master Plan • Bella Vista Village, AR – Comprehensive Amenities Needs Assessment and Action Plan • Bismarck, ND – Recreation Facilities Master Plan Blue Springs, MO – Parks and Recreation Master Plan • Chatham County, GA – Parks and Open Space Master Plan • Colchester, VT – Parks and Recreation Needs Assessment • Coppell, TX – Parks and Recreation Master Plan • Dunwoody, GA – Parks and Recreation Master Plan • Fargo, ND – Indoor Recreation Complex Feasibility Study • Farmington, NM – Parks and Recreation Master Plan • Laguna Hills, CA – Recreational Facilities Needs Assessment • Lawrence, KS – Parks and Recreation Master Plan • Lisle, IL – Pyramid Cost Recovery and Pricing Philosophy Methodology • Meridian, ID – Parks and Recreation Master Plan • Pearland, TX – Parks and Recreation Master Plan • Riverton, WY – Recreation Center Operational Budget and Pro Forma • Sioux Falls, SD – Parks and Recreation Master Plan • Spearfish, SD – Sports Complex Feasibility Study • Wimberley, TX – Blue Hole Regional Park Master Plan • Winter Park, FL – Community Center Feasibility Study Pat O'Toole PRINCIPAL EDUCATION Bachelor of Science in Recreation Administration, Kansas State University, 1978 NRPA Pacific Revenue Sources Management School, 1986-1989 NRPA Revenue Sources Management School, Board of Regents, 1993-1995 _____________________________ PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS Member of National Recreation and Park Association, 1979-Present Certified Leisure Professional, 1979-1994 Named to Outstanding Young Men of America, 1985 National Register’s Who’s Who in Executives and Professionals, 2006, 2007 Member of Indiana Park and Recreation Association, 1992-2002 Member of Ohio Park and Recreation Association, 1989-1992 Board of Trustees, Ohio Park and Recreation Association, 1991-1992 Member of Missouri Park and Recreation Association, 1985, 1986, 2000-2002 Member of Kansas Recreation and Park Association, 1977-1984, 2001, 2002 GreenPlay, LLC | Proposal for the City of Bozeman, Montana14 WORK EXPERIENCE: Teresa is an accomplished Recreation Professional with over 20 years of progressive experience in change management, asset management, fiscal management and strategic leadership of staff in high-performing municipal government departments. Teresa is from the Sacramento area. She brings with her an extensive background in community outreach, facilities management, public policy, project management and programming. She has collaborated with non-profits, community based organizations and neighboring municipalities to deliver activities and programs in small, mid-sized and large communities. Teresa received a BS in Recreation Administration at Sacramento State University with a focus in Recreation Administration. Her experience in building strong relationships with team members, elected officials, partner organizations and community members make her an ideal consultant on a variety of type projects. • GreenPlay Project Consultant, 2019 – current • Community Center Operations Manager, Estes Valley Recreation and Park District, CO, 2016 - 2019 • Event Manager, City of Boulder, Dept. of Parks and Recreation, CO, 2015 - 2016. • Recreation Superintendent, City of Sacramento, Department of Parks and Recreation, CA, 2007 - 2015 • Marketing and Communication Specialist, 2004 - 2007 • Program Supervisor – Special Events, 2000 - 2004 • Program Coordinator – Teen Services, 1999 - May 2000 • City of Sacramento, Department of Parks and Recreation, CA. REPRESENTATIVE GREENPLAY PROJECT EXPERIENCE • Brighton, CO – Parks, Recreation, Open Space, and Trails Master Plan • Canton, MI – Recreation Center Feasibility Study • Chandler, AZ – Multipurpose Recreation Center Feasibility Study • Desert Recreation District, CA – Parks and Recreation Master Plan Phase IV • Fruita, CO – Parks, Health, Recreation, Open Space, and Trails Master Plan • Glendale, AZ – Parks and Recreation Master Plan • Grover Beach, CA – Senior Center Needs Assessment and Feasibility Study • Herndon, VA – User Fee Study • Kingman, AZ – Parks, Recreation, and Trails Master Plan • Renton, WA – Recreation Strategic Plan • Seattle, WA – Community Center Operations Analysis • Valley Wide Recreation & Park District, CA – Master Plan Update; Cost Recovery, Resource Allocation and Revenue Enhancement Study • Valdez, AK – Parks and Recreation Master Plan • Victorville, CA – Parks and Recreation Master Plan REPRESENTATIVE PROJECT EXPERIENCE • Led development and implementation of the Estes Valley Recreation Center (EVRC). The $27 million, 70,000- square-foot facility is a comprehensive, multi-generational community multipurpose senior, aquatics, fitness, childcare, and library center. • Re-designed the City of Sacramento’s Recreation Magazine to reduce production cost by nearly fifty percent. The publication received the California Parks and Recreation Society, 2014 Award of Excellence in Marketing and Communications. • Managed a Special Event Ordinance Committee for City of Sacramento to establish a comprehensive City Ordinance for Special Events. • Led a comprehensive review of the City of Sacramento Park Code to revise park rules and allow for commercial uses in parks and community centers. EDUCATION Bachelor of Science in Recreation Administration, California State University, 2000 _____________________________ CERTIFICATIONS Certified Aquatics Facility Operator (AFO) Certified Pool Operator (CPO) Teresa Jackson, AFO, CPO PROJECT CONSULTANT Comprehensive Parks, Recreation, and Active Transportation Plan 15 WORK EXPERIENCE: Dave’s leadership in the science of parks and recreation planning embraces innovative techniques for incorporating demographics data into GIS analyses and determining needs beyond traditional broad-brush allocation strategies. Dave started his career in community development and planning but expanded to park and school design. This provided an excellent transition into park and recreation master planning. This variety of experience, as well as his diverse background in education and sports medicine make him a valuable team member. Dave loves the latest in software and technology and is always looking for the newest computer graphic technique or process to incorporate into his projects. He also enjoys the opportunity to visit hundreds of parks each year as part of GRASP® inventory and assessment. Parks and recreation master planning and comprehensive GIS mapping using composite values methodology incorporates both detailed and broad thinking and therefore is a good match for his skills. Dave is a Registered Landscape Architect in Colorado and is a CLARB Certified Landscape Architect. REPRESENTATIVE PROJECT EXPERIENCE: Park & Recreation Master Planning • Angleton, Texas • Arlington County, Virginia • Aurora, Colorado • Barrington, New Hampshire • Brookline, Massachusetts • Bloomington, Illinois • Cary, North Carolina • Charleston County, South Carolina • Cook County Forest Preserve District, River Forest, Illinois • Commerce City, Colorado • Corvallis, Oregon • Denver, Colorado • Desert Recreation District, Indio, California • El Paso County, Colorado • Encinitas, California • Farmington, New Mexico • Glendale, Arizona • Greater Vallejo Recreation District, California • Green Valley Ranch Metro District, Denver, Colorado • Hampton, Virginia • Hamilton County, Tennessee • Henderson, Nevada • Lakewood, Colorado • Lathrop, California • Littleton, Colorado • Louisville, Colorado • North Clackamas District, Oregon City, Oregon • Palm Springs, California • Pearland, Texas • Perris, California • Plainfield Park District, Plainfield, Illinois • Post Falls, Idaho • Sandpoint, Idaho • Springfield Park District, Springfield, Illinois • Stafford County, Virginia • Stonecrest, Georgia • Tualatin Hills Park and Recreation District, Beaverton, Oregon • Tulsa, Oklahoma • Valdez, Alaska • Valleywide Recreation District, California • Victorville, California • Wake Forest, North Carolina • Wheat Ridge, Colorado • Wilsonville, Oregon • Windsor, Colorado Healthy Communities Planning • Arlington Heights Park District, Arlington Heights, Illinois • Liberty, Missouri • South Bend, Indiana Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP) • Maryland Department of Natural Resources • State of New Mexico Parks Asset Inventory & Assessment • City and County of Denver, Colorado EDUCATION M.S., Exercise and Sports Science, University of Arizona, Tucson, Arizona B.S., Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, Colorado B.S., Education, University of Nebraska, Lincoln, Nebraska ____________________________ CERTIFICATIONS Registered Landscape Architect in Colorado (#977), 2012 CLARB Certified Landscape Architect Dave Peterson, MS, PLA SPECIAL PROJECT CONSULTANT, GRASP® TEAM LEADER Dave has lead more than 100 GRASP inventory and level of service projects that include the following: GreenPlay, LLC | Proposal for the City of Bozeman, Montana16 EDUCATION Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from Fort Lewis College, Duran- go, CO, 2015 Minor in Business Administration with strong focus in geology, GIS, natural and health sciences, accounting, and writing Environmental Development, Agriculture Extension, and Bee- keeping training at Peace Corps - The Gambia, West Africa, 2015 OVERVIEW: Caylon has served in many roles throughout the last decade. His love for health and play have given Caylon a true appreciation for our public spaces and the role that they can play in our communal and ecological health. He applies a keen interest in geographic information science and the impacts it has on our human landscape, social justice, and equality. Through his experience in program leadership, Caylon has worked personally with diverse populations and gained valuable experience in communication and public relations. He provides a combination of technical analysis, people-oriented personality, and passion for the power that parks and recreation brings to quality of life in communities. REPRESENTATIVE EXPERIENCE GP RED and GreenPlay LLC (2019 to present) • GIS Analyst compiling geographic datasets and performing inventories, data interpretation, component-based levels of service analysis, and presentation, mapping, and informative rendering of intuitive models. • Project Consultant assisting in planning elements, demographics analysis, public relations, and community outreach. PLANNING AND ANALYSIS PROJECTS FOR GREENPLAY • Angleton, TX – Parks and Recreation Master Plan • Aurora, CO – Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Strategic Plan • Glendale, AZ – Parks and Recreation Master Plan • Hamilton County, TN – Parks and Recreation Master Plan • Hampton, VA – Parks and Recreation Master Plan • Henderson, NV – Parks and Recreation Master Plan • Holly Springs, NC – Parks, Recreation and Greenways Master Plan • Iredell County, NC – Parks and Recreation Master Plan • Lathrop, CA – Parks and Recreation Master Plan • Sandpoint, ID – Parks and Recreation Master Plan • Stonecrest, GA – Parks and Recreation Master Plan • Umatilla, OR – Parks and Recreation Master Plan • Valdez, AK – Parks and Recreation Master Plan • Valley Wide, CA – Parks and Recreation Master Plan • Victorville, CA – Parks and Recreation Master Plan OTHER RELEVANT EXPERIENCE: • Land Surveying and Data Acquisition - Flatirons Surveying, Boulder, CO, 10/17 – 4/19 • Environment/Agriculture Services - Peace Corps Volunteer, The Gambia, West Africa, 11/15 – 11/17 • Information Technologies Lab Technician, Fort Lewis College, Durango, CO, 1/13 – 5/15 • Professional Recreation and Outdoor Programming, Instruction, and Tour Leadership • Holiday River Adventures, Multiple Rivers, UT, 7/18 - current • Arkansas Valley Adventures, Buena Vista, CO, 5/15-9/15 • Mountain Waters Rafting, Durango, CO, 5/14 - 8/14 • City of Durango Parks and Recreation, CO, 5/12 - 9/12 • City of Broomfield Parks and Recreation, CO, 2007 – 2010 Caylon Vielehr GIS ANALYST/PROJECT CONSULTANT 17 DHM Design MATTHEW WHIPPLE Principal | NRPA Matthew is a leader in streetscapes, parks, recreational, open-space, and educational campus facility planning & design with 24 years of experience helping communities and government agencies develop effective and sustainable solutions. His dedication to responsible design and excellent client service has led to a wide range of successful project types and scales. Matthew’s extensive experience with existing and proposed recreational facilities, knowledge of natural resource issues, detailed design and construction experience, understanding of development costs and outstanding communication skills allow him to exceed project management expectations. NOTABLE WORK McCormick Park | Missoula, Montana The City of Missoula reached out to DHM Design to assist with the master plan design of the City’s first All-Abilities Playground and Activity Area. Through the process, DHM Design came up with an “Outdoor Montana” theme with large climbing boulders, all-abilities designed playground equipment, iconic playground “mountain”, log entry monument, looped trail, music exploration area and a community garden. With the completion of the final master plan, DHM Design assisted the City with construction and bid documents. These final construction documents served as a guide for further development of the project, gaining outside support through additional community organizations and donations that brought the project to completion. Montana Rail Link Park | Missoula, MontanaMontana Rail Link Park (MRL) is a 4.5 acre public park, a small part of a larger redevelopment effort in which Missoula Redevelopment Agency is working to provide moderate to low income housing and mixed use development at the north end of the neighborhood. The park is situated on land formerly owned by MRL and was used for industrial purposes, primarily in support of the adjacent railroad line and associated activities. Eastern Fremont County Open Space and Trails Master Plan DHM Design put forth a 100sq mile master plan for the Arkansas River Corridor, surrounding trail systems, river corridor, and open space areas within Eastern Fremont County. The plan includes specific feasible alignments for trails, identifies open spaces for conservation, identifies opportunities and constraints within the study area, cost estimates and phasing suggestions suitable for raising funds and support for future implementation. It is intended to guide, step-by-step, the creation of a trail and “greenway” network along the 16-mile river corridor between the Royal Gorge and the Blue Heron Park, just east of the City of Florence along with connections and a network of trails through the open spaces and developed areas of Eastern Fremont County. Fort Missoula Regional Park | Missoula, MT DHM Design was hired to develop the 140 acre Fort Missoula Regional ParkMaster Plan. This plan was used to gain consensus among all stakeholders to develop accurate cost estimates for bonding and to develop desired phasing options. DHM Design was tasked to further this master plan into the design development documents. Fort Missoula Regional Park theming was inspired by the Civilian Conservation Corp (CCC) era with its architecture. The park also includes the design of multiple championship soccer fields, rugby, a championship softball field facility, multi-use sports fields, multiple picnic facilities, playgrounds, off-leash dog park and an intricate trail system winding itself through the entire site. ABOUT EDUCATION B. of Architectural Design Hamilton University, 1995 ORGANIZATIONS National Recreation and Park Association AREAS OF EXPERTISE Park Design Public Process Project Management Construction Documents Construction Administration Open Space Planning & Management Trails System Planning & Implementation RELATED PROJECTS Brighton Trails Arvada Holistic Fitness Park Northglenn Northwest Open Space Lutz & Long Lake Ranch Parks Bear Creek Trail and Greenway Cheyenne Ball Field Complex Audubon Nature Center and Park Eastern Fremont County Trails & Open Space Master Plan Fort Missoula Regional Park Four Acre Lake Park Griffith Station Park Happy Meadows Park Justice Center Park LOVA Trail Pathfinder Regional Park Master Plan Sand Creek Greenway Trail CONTACT mwhipple@dhmdesign.com 406.219.2012 www.dhmdesign.com 18 Page | 1 ROBERT PECCIA & ASSOCIATES RESUME Scott P. Randall, PE, PTOE Transportation Planning and Operations Group Manager Specialties § Project Management § Transportation Planning § Traffic Operations § Active Transportation § Public Facilitation § Transportation Safety Experience Mr. Randall has spent the past 18 years in the transportation field, 14 of which have been with RPA. He began his career as a transportation planner at MDT, then started with RPA as a traffic engineer in 2007, and is now leading RPA’s Transportation Planning and Operations Group. Scott is a certified Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE) and provides traffic engineering, transportation planning, and project management expertise on projects throughout the northwest. His work includes traffic studies, safety projects, transportation plans, traffic simulation, corridor studies, safety audits, urban planning, and various other transportation-related projects. Scott has managed, or been a key team member, on the following recent and ongoing projects: TRANSPORTATION PLANNING • Yaquina Head Transportation Master Plan, Newport, OR • Going to the Sun Road Bicycle User Study, Glacier National Park, MT • Greater Triangle Area Transportation Plan, Gallatin County, MT • Bozeman Transportation Master Plan, Bozeman, MT • Belgrade Transportation Plan Update (2017), Belgrade, MT • Montana ADA Transition Plan, Montana • Montana Pedestrian and Bicycle Plan, Montana • US 191 Corridor Planning Study, Gallatin County, MT • Paradise Valley Corridor Planning Study, Park County, MT • Missoula Area Community Transportation Safety Plan (2018), Missoula, MT • Belgrade to Bozeman Frontage Road Corridor Study, Gallatin County, MT • River Drive Corridor Study, Great Falls, MT • MSU Comprehensive Parking and Transportation Plan, Bozeman, MT • Greater Helena Area Long Range Transportation Plan – 2014, Helena, MT TRAFFIC ENGINEERING • Downtown Whitefish Highway Study, Whitefish, MT • Batavia Intersection Improvements, Kalispell, MT • Gore Hill Interchange, Great Falls, MT • Dern/Spring Reconstruct, Kalispell, MT • Custer Avenue Traffic Engineering Study, Helena, MT • Courthouse Couplet, Kalispell, MT • Durston and Cottonwood Roads, Bozeman, MT • East Missoula (MT 200) Road Safety Audit, East Missoula, MT • Sidney Roundabout, Sidney, MT • US Highway 93 Safety Audit, Flathead Indian Reservation, MT • Lincoln – Montana Interchange, Helena, MT • Lame Deer Roundabout, Lame Deer, MT • Highway 212 Corridor Safety Audit, Northern Cheyenne Indian Reservation, MT • Rocker Interchange, Rocker, MT • Brooks Street Corridor Safety Audit, Missoula, MT • FHWA Oregon Project Identification Reports (PIRs), Various, OR • FHWA Road Improvements Impact Study, Various, MT Mr. Randall is skilled in Vissim, Vistro, SIDRA, Synchro, TransCAD, HCS, Sketchup, ArcGIS, MicroStation, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office software. Education Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering with emphasis in Transportation and Structures, 2007, Montana State University (MSU), Bozeman, MT Registration Professional Engineer, Montana No. 18127 Certification Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE), No. 3237 Affiliations American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) – Montana Section Vice President Transportation Research Board (TRB) Montana Association of Planners (MAP) Montana Association of Geographic Information Professionals (MAGIP) Continuing Education/Training Design and Modal Considerations for Roundabouts (TRB) Safety Management Data Analytics (TRB) North American Roundabout Training Workshop (GHD) Accommodating Large Trucks and Oversize Loads at Roundabouts (TRB) Safe Routes to Schools (Institute of Transportation Engineers) Improving Intersection Safety and Efficiency (University of Wisconsin) Complete Streets (American Planning Association) Designing and Implementing Roundabouts (University of Wisconsin) On-Site Circulation Design (American Society of Civil Engineers) Modern Roundabouts (National Highway Institute) Spatial Analysis (Idaho State University) Geoprocessing CAD Data with ArcGIS (ESRI) GIS for Managers (ESRI) 19 C. CHRIS CARES Chris possesses a diverse background in public and private planning. A founding partner of RRC Associates, he specializes in practical applications of research techniques including survey and qualitative research, modeling and applied analysis to solve prob- lems in city planning, administration, and business applications. Parks and recreation needs assessments are particular areas of specialization. Chris has overseen numerous community/citizen surveys in towns and counties throughout the United States, which provide input to parks, recreation, trails, open space, and planning needs assessments. The results of these studies typically become incorporated into parks and open space master plans, or other policy documents. Professional Experience 1983 to present MANAGING DIRECTOR/FOUNDING PARTNER RRC Associates, Boulder, CO Representative Projects Parks and Recreation Surveys for Master Plans and Needs Assessments: Tourism and Ski Area Visitor Research (examples include National Ski Areas Association, Colorado Tourism Office, Vail Resorts, Copper Mountain, Telluride Ski and Golf Company, Crested Butte Mountain Resort, Cedar Rapids, IA) Housing and Transportation Needs Assessments (examples include Boulder, Lafayette, Longmont and Westminster, CO; Eagle County and Town of Vail; Grand Junction, Pueblo, Weld County, CO) Education Master of City Planning: Harvard University, 1975 Bachelor of Arts, Political Science: University of Rochester, 1972 University of Michigan, 1971 Further Work Experience 1977-81 PLANNER/ASSOCIATE, Gage Davis Associates—Boulder, CO Associate in charge of research studies for major destination resorts in Colorado and Utah 1976-77 PLANNER, City of Boulder—Boulder, CO 1975 PLANNER, Lincoln-Uinta Counties Planning Office—Kemmerer, WY RELEVANT BOARD EXPERIENCE GP RED – Research, Education and Development for Health, Recreation and Land Management – gpred.org (currently Board President) Breckenridge Outdoor Education Center, Breckenridge, CO – (former board member) boec.org Charleston County, SC Ashville, NC Cary, NCCaswell County, NC Leland, NC New Hanover County, NCWake Forest, NC Williamsburg, VA Chatham County, GACedar Rapids, IA Bella Vista Village, AR Fitchburg, WI Waukesha, WI Prospect Heights, IL Erie County, NYGloucester County, VA Hunterdon County, NJ Rancho Cucamonga, CASan Diego County, CA Amherst, NY Winchester, VADesert Rec. Dist., CA Farmington, NM Coconino County, AZ Florence, AZ Littleton, CO Louisville, COState of Maryland State of New Mexico Palm Springs, CAPearland, TX Wilsonville, OR Dunwoody, GASantee, CA Manassas, VA Tualatin Hills, OR Martin County, FL West Palm Beach, FL Asheville, NCColchester, VT Meridian, ID Maryland-NCPPC- Prince George County, MD Encinitas, CA San Gabriel, CAKeene, NH GreenPlay, LLC | Proposal for the City of Bozeman, Montana20 D. EXPERIENCE CITY OF HELENA, AND LEWIS AND CLARK COUNTY, MONTANA PARKS, RECREATION, OPEN SPACE, AND TRAILS MASTER PLAN UPDATE References: Craig Marr, Parks Superintendent City of Helena, MT 1201 N Ewing St., Helena, MT 59601 406.447-8485 | cmarr@helenamt.gov Lindsay A. Morgan, Planner Lewis & Clark County, MT 316 N. Park Ave., Helena, MT 59623 406.447.8462 | lmorgan@lccountymt.gov Project: This planning process was a joint effort between two agencies. Each agency received a full inventory, assessment and recommendations of programs, parks and facilities; developed through significant public participation. It created a clear set of goals and objectives that will provide direction to the City-County Parks Board, city and county staff and commission. They established guidelines for the on-going management/maintenance, re-devel- opment, growth and enhancement of the existing parks and future development, and fiscal planning of the City and County’s parks, recreation and open space systems. Comprehensive Parks, Recreation, and Active Transportation Plan 21 TETON COUNTY/JACKSON, WYOMING PARKS AND RECREATION MASTER PLAN Reference: Andy Fleck, Regional Program Manager 155 East Gill Ave., PO Box 811, Jackson, WY 83001 307.733.5056 | afleck@tetonwyo.org Project: The Teton County/Jackson Parks and Recreation Department provides programming and services to the County’s 25,000 residents, including 8,000 who live within the Town of Jackson. The area is situated adjacent to a national park, and much of its land is federally owned. It also has many residents who own second homes in the County, and as such, only reside there on a seasonal basis. GreenPlay assisted the Department in development of its first Parks and Recreation Comprehensive Master Plan, which would create an inventory and analysis of the Department’s parks and recreation system. Community members and other stakeholders were engaged to provide information about services, use, preferences, and agency strengths and weaknesses. The team also conducted an inventory and level of service analysis, using resulting information to develop community-specific recommendations. Team members included DHM Design. GreenPlay, LLC | Proposal for the City of Bozeman, Montana22 SANDPOINT, IDAHO PARKS AND RECREATION MASTER PLAN Reference: Kim Woodruff Director of Parks, Recreation, and Trails 1123 Lake St. Sandpoint, ID 83864 (208) 263-3613 | kwoodruff@sandpointidaho.gov Project: GreenPlay and BWA assisted the City of Sandpoint in developing a Parks and Recreation Master Plan. To help guide Sandpoint Parks and Recreation in aligning with its strategic priorities—responsive government, resilient econ- omy, sustainable environment, vibrant culture, and livable community—this Parks and Recreation Master Plan would help direct the future of parks, recreation, trails, and open space. It built upon the many accomplishments guided by the goals and strategies set forth in the previous Master Plan. To support and enhance a vibrant quality life, the overarch- ing goal of the 2020 Parks and Recreation Master Plan was to create a comprehensive, system-wide vision for Sand- point Parks and Recreation which will be environmentally and fiscally sustainable including: 1. Provide a framework for orderly and consistent planning 2. Provide a framework for acquisition and develop- ment and Capital Improvement Plan 3. Recommend efficiencies and improvements for ad- ministration of the parks and recreation resources, programs, and City of Sandpoint facilities The Parks and Recreation Master Plan established guiding direction based on the following: 1. Vision and Value Proposition Creation 2. Resources and Core Competencies Assessment 3. Political and Community Engagement 4. Financial Forecasting In conjunction with this system-wide planning effort, site specific master plans were developed for City Beach Park, Downtown Waterfront, War Memorial Field, and the Tra- vers Park/Great Northern Sports Complex. Through the planning process, our team determined that replacing turf on War Memorial Field with artificial turf would reduce maintenance costs while allowing the field to accommodate high usage. The field was renovated and opened in the summer of 2020. War Memorial Field post renovation Comprehensive Parks, Recreation, and Active Transportation Plan 23 War Memorial Field post renovation CITY OF POST FALLS, IDAHO, PARKS AND RECREATION MASTER PLAN Reference: David Fair, Director 408 N. Spokane St. Post Falls, ID 83854 (208) 292-2324 | dfair@postfallsidaho.org Project: In 2012, GreenPlay was retained by the City of Post Falls, Idaho, to create a Parks and Recreation Master Plan. The system-wide master plan would guide development, maintenance, and financial stability of the City’s system over the next 5, 10, and 20 years. The project included an inventory of all existing parks and recreation programs, an active public participation process, a statistically valid survey, a comprehensive needs assessment and funding implementation plan, and development of recommendations. Team members included Verdis, Design Concepts, and RRC Associates. CITY OF POST FALLS, IDAHO, PARKS AND RECREATION MASTER PLAN UPDATE In 2019, the City of Post Falls hired GreenPlay to update their 2012 Parks and Recreation Master Plan. The team that completed this plan is the same team that is being proposed for this project. For the Master Plan update, the City was interested in a concise document that is visually appealing and easy to read, with actionable recommendations. They also wanted a series of recommendations with alternatives if the recommended funding is not available. At the time of the 2012 plan, the City’s population was about 28,000, which grew to about 35,000 in 2019. As part of the Couer d’Alene- Spokane Metropolitan Area, Post Falls is a popular place in which to live and work. The City offers a small-town, tight- knit community environment with all of the conveniences of a larger metropolitan area, including being located within 30 minutes of an international airport. The plan also included analysis to help determine the feasibility of adding another community center, and looked at ways to enhance connectivity within the community. It also examined ways to help the City manage and maintain their urban forests, which are a core component of the City’s character. Team members included BWA and RRC Associates. 2019 SPRING ACTIVITIES GUIDE | 3 SPOKANE CHIEFS HOCKEY GAMESCome support the Spokane Chiefs! You will be close to the action with these lower level tickets. Purchase your tickets at the Post Falls Recreation Office. Register early, tickets are limited! Game time is at 7:00pm. No online ticket purchases available. Sa 2/9 Chiefs vs Kootenay MOTHER SON NIGHT OF FUNAges: 5-14Saturday, March 2, 6:00pm – 8:00pmLocation: Trailhead Event Center, 12361 W. Parkway Drive, Post FallsLadies and their young gents are invited to Mother-Son(s) Night of FUN. Enjoy a fun-filled evening focusing on wii bowling and so much more. This is a great opportunity to spend time together and strike up some friendly competition! Mother-son teams will play a variety of games while they wait to face their next opponent. Pizza and refreshments will be provided. Tickets must be purchased in advance, tickets will not be sold at the door. Fee: $30 Mom/Son, $8 per additional son THE INAUGURAL DUCKIN’, DIVIN’, LEAPIN’ LEPRECHAUN DODGEBALL TOURNAMENTAges: 16 & up (Co-ed)Friday, March 15, 6:00pmLocation: Mullan Trail &/or Seltice Elementary Gym Registration: January 15 – March 8 until full Sometimes throwing a dodgeball at an opponent is better than finding a pot of gold! Teams will play 6-on-6; maximum of 12 players on your roster. All teams must start each game with a minimum of 2 female players. Costumes are encouraged. We provide 2 officials for each game and follow the official National Amateur Dodgeball Association rules. Limited number of teams accepted, so register early! Game times will start at 6:00pm and run through elimination. Fee: $88/team EASTER EGG HUNT EXTRAVAGANZA Saturday, April 20, 1:00pm Location: Q’emlin Park, 12201 W. Parkway Drive, Post Falls Post Falls Parks and Recreation invites the community to the second annual Easter Egg Hunt. The event will take place, rain or shine. Children are encouraged to bring their own baskets/bags to collect their eggs. This family friendly event will include six divisions: 1:00-1:10pm Toddlers 1:15-1:25pm 3-4yrs. 1:30-1:40pm 5-7yrs. 1:45-1:55pm 8-11yrs. 2:00-2:10pm Mobility Needs (Grand Pavilion) (15 yrs.) 2:00-2:10pm Special Needs (15 yrs.) LADIES DAY OUTAges: 21 & upSaturday, May 11Time: 11:00am-4:00pmLocation: Meet at Post Falls City Hall, 408 N. Spokane StreetIf you’re looking for something fun to do for Mother’s Day weekend with girlfriends, or wanting to spend some quality time with your own mom, we have a special day planned for you! We will hit the town on Saturday, May 11th from 11:00am until approximately 4:00pm. Just sit back and enjoy as we do the driving. We will enjoy a delicious local restaurant for lunch and then make our way to some amazing local wineries. A great way to kick off Mother’s Day weekend! More details to come, but mark your calendar and register now so you don’t miss this fun ladies day out.Fee: $45 per person • Fee includes transportation, lunch and tastingsPOST FALLS FESTIVALJULY 12 – 13 – 14There will be lots of family fun with activities for the kids, live entertainment, great food and craft booths! We are also offering a 1-day homemade craft fair on Saturday!Call 773-0539 for application information or www.postfallsidaho.org.POST FALLS SPRINT TRIATHLON, & DUATHLONAges: 14 & upSunday, August 4, 8:00amLocation: Q’emiln Park Join us for our Post Falls Sprint Triathlon at Q’emiln Park. The race consists of a .3 mile swim, 12-mile bike ride and 3-mile run. Chip timing provided, snacks and an award ceremony will follow the race. Race begins at 8:00am. For additional information and ONLINE registration, check our website at: https://joakes7.wixsite.com/mysite or call the Recreation office at (208) 773-0539. Fees: Event choice Individual $60 • Team $140 Late registration fees applicable after 7/21 • ($75 Indiv. / $155 Team) Swim Course: .5k Swim. Swim is at Q’emiln Beach Bike Course: 19.6k Bike. Beginning at Q’emiln Park, westward along Riverview Drive to Idaho-Washington Border. Back in on Centennial Trail, through Commerce area, back on Centennial Trail on to McReynolds and finish back at the park. Run Course: 5k Run, out & back course Q’emiln Park to Falls Park, Avista Island & finish. COMMUNITY EVENTSNEWFOOD & CRAFT VENDORS WANTED WE NEED YOUR HELP! Volunteers needed for April 20th Easter Egg Extravaganza Please contact Post Falls Parks and Rec 209-773-0539 if interested! NEW GreenPlay, LLC | Proposal for the City of Bozeman, Montana24 CLIENT City of Bozeman PROJECT TEAM DHM Design Allied Engineering PROJECT DATA 9 AcresTOP Bond FundsDog ParkPassive Park and Trails Picnic Shelters SERVICES Master Planning Construction Drawings Construction Management City Approvals STATUS Completed BOZEMAN PONDS EXPANSION Bozeman, Montana The Bozeman Pond Park expansion is the first project to receive funding as part of the Bozeman Trails, Open Space and Parks (TOP) bond initiative. The park is located in the fastest growing part of the city and provides connectivity to the adjacent neighborhoods and ball fields with an extension of the 10’ wide trail from the south. The park program includes new soft surface trails, paved trail, a 2.5 acre dog park, picnic shelters an outdoor classroom, parking lot, restroom facility, native pasture grass area and natural playground. Several stakeholders and nonprofit organizations (GVLT, Run Dog Run, HAVEN and the Optimus Club) have been engaged in the project throughout the design process, which has greatly contributed to its success. DHM Design CLIENT City of Bozeman PROJECT TEAM DHM DesignAllied Engineering PROJECT DATA9 Acres TOP Bond FundsDog Park Passive Park and TrialsPicnic Shelters SERVICESMaster Planning Construction DrawingsConstruction ManagementCity Approvals STATUS Completed BOZEMAN PONDS EXPANSION Bozeman, Montana The Bozeman Pond Park expansion is the first project to receive funding as part of the Bozeman Trails, Open Space and Parks (TOP) bond initiative. The park is located in the fastest growing part of the city and provides connectivity to the adjacent neighborhoods and ball fields with an extension of the 10’ wide trail from the south. The park program includes new soft surface trails, paved trail, a 2.5 acre dog park, picnic shelters an outdoor classroom, parking lot, restroom facility, native pasture grass area and natural playground. Several stakeholders and nonprofit organizations (GVLT, Run Dog Run, HAVEN and the Optimus Club) have been engaged in the project throughout the design process, which has greatly contributed to its success. DHM Design Comprehensive Parks, Recreation, and Active Transportation Plan 25 PROJECT TEAM DHM DesignR/UDATThink Tank SERVICESUrban Planning Landscape ArchitectureOpen Space Programming STATUS Completed BOZEMAN NORTHEAST NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN Bozeman, Montana The Northeast Neighborhood of Bozeman is a place where, at every turn, one can find callbacks to the historic beginnings of its agricultural and industrial roots: mills and grain elevators, old railroad tracks, corrugated metal on warehouses and commercial buildings. With the population of Bozeman growing at a remarkable rate, though, and with a changing landscape of tourism and housing, residents of the neighborhood express great concern over the kind of change that may come from future growth and development. Parks and open space serve an important role in neighborhood development. Experts say there’s a 7:1 return on public investment, and even more specifically for trails. This project is an open space plan for the neighborhood that builds upon the preliminary analysis and recommendations conducted by the Regional/ Urban Design Assistance Team (R/UDAT) program. The goal is to use development to continue and enhance the uniqueness of the neighborhood so that “in fifteen years, anyone in the Northeast Neighborhood now would not feel like a stranger on their own land.” Priorities include: adaptive re-use and preservation of historic neighborhood buildings; activate existing alleyways; and create better access to food via neighborhood connectivity. The scale of open space interventions ranged from small intersections and pocket parks to large community civic center spaces. DHM Design WWW.DHMDESIGN.COM GreenPlay, LLC | Proposal for the City of Bozeman, Montana26 RECENT DHM/GREENPLAY EXPERIENCE HELENA PARKS AND RECREATION MASTER PLAN In order to continue to serve their population in a way that meets the needs of all citizens, the City of Helena and Lewis and Clark County embarked on a path to update their Parks and Recreation Master Plan. DHM collected data on the existing public parkland, recreation, open space and trails properties and facilities in Helena and the surrounding region. Inventory included photos of sites, count/ description of key amenities, general current condition observations, and summary tables characterizing and comparing the sites. With input from the client, our team developed draft and final Level of Service analysis maps and recommendations that will be used by City and County staff to plan for the future of the parks system and to identify and prioritize the unmet facility and asset needs in the community. JACKSON/TETON COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION MASTER PLAN GRAND JUNCTION PARKS, OPEN SPACE, AND TRAILS MASTER PLAN FRUITA PARKS AND REC MASTER PLAN As a gateway community to Grand Teton National Park, tourism drives the economy of Teton County and Jackson, Wyoming. In an effort to keep providing high quality parks and recreation facilities to their visitors and citizens, they hired DHM and GreenPlay to develop a guiding document that incorporates community input to develop a comprehensive inventory and analysis of forecasted needs and implementation strategies. DHM collected data on the existing public and private parks, rec, open space and trails properties and assisted in the creation of a GIS map for analysis. We identified key issues from staff, stakeholder and professional perspectives in order to analyze information on usage, needs, desires, operations, maintenance and land use trends. All research was summarized and recommendations were developed regarding land acquisition, conservation and the development of future amenities. DHM supported Greenplay in the 2021 update to the City of Grand Junctions Parks, Recreation, and Open Space (PROS) plan. Grand Junction is an increasingly desirable city, with access to mountains, deserts, and rivers; a mild climate; affordability; and a growing list of high-quality community amenities. The City recognized the need to continue focusing on facilities and programming for recreation to accommodate the growing population and trend towards higher community use of recreation infrastructure. The team provided evaluation of the existing PROS facilities, properties, programs, and policies, engaging with stakeholders and the public to identify gaps, opportunities, and priorities for the long-term management of the City’s assets. The team also evaluated the feasibility of a new community/recreation center at Lincoln Park, the marquis park in the center of town. The feasibility study evaluated impacts to existing master planning of the park, tested alternative program, footprint, and site design implications, and illustrated the comparative cost of building at this location against others previously studied. DHM provided public and stakeholder outreach support, existing conditions analysis for specific park sites, conceptual programming and site design, and budget-level cost estimation. The community process driven Master Plan, unanimously approved in early 2021, will provide clear direction for services, programming, capital improvements, facilities and amenities for the next 5 to 8 years. DHM worked with Greenplay to support the development of a Parks, Health, Open Space, and Trails Master plan that updated the previous POST Master Plan completed in 2009. This plan includes analysis of physical parks, trails, facilities, recreation programming, and public health elements within the City. In the decade since completion of your previous plan, Fruita has experienced a high level of growth with many new residents and businesses moving into the City, a trend that is expected to continue. Through the PHROST planning process, this growing community has placed a priority on providing access to high quality facilities and programming. DHM participated in public and stakeholder engagement, review of existing physical facilities, critical evaluation of land use policy related to impact fees and parkland dedication, trail connectivity recommendations, programming and concept studies of high-priority park sites, budget-level capital improvements cost estimation, and recommendations for evaluation of under-performing properties in the City’s portfolio. The resulting plan provides the full spectrum of short- and long-term goals, from immediately actionable programming and capital project priorities to a vision for the future of the system that will guide policy decisions and resource allocation for the next 10+ years. Comprehensive Parks, Recreation, and Active Transportation Plan 27 Robert Peccia & Associates GreenPlay, LLC | Proposal for the City of Bozeman, Montana28 E. SCOPE OF PROPOSAL A. STRATEGIC KICK OFF AND DETERMINATION OF CRITICAL SUCCESS FACTORS Following award of contract, we will conduct a scoping call with the City’s Project Manager. To ensure that all of your goals and objectives for this plan are met, the GreenPlay team will provide a Detailed Work Plan for discussion at a Strategic Kick-Off (SKO) meeting with the City’s project team. Project Coordination We will work closely with your team during SKO to identify key “Critical Success Factors” that will ensure that all factors of importance that are unique to the City of Bozeman are incorporated. We will supply written Monthly Progress Reports that cover recent progress, outstanding issues or information needed, upcoming meetings and agendas, and next steps. Project team progress meetings will be formally held as often as necessary, but in no case less than monthly, with project updates via email, video conference, or phone to the Project Manager until the final plan is approved. We will supply the City’s Project Manager with a copy of all completed or partially completed reports, studies, forecasts, or plans deemed necessary at least three (3) working days before each progress meeting. Review and Integration of Planning Documents As it pertains to the project, we will integrate information from recent and/or current planning work including (but not limited to) the following. • 2007 Parks, Recreation, Open Space, and Trails Master Plan • Bozeman Transportation Master Plan • City Strategic Plan • The Bozeman Community Plan 2020 • The Climate Action Plan • Relevant sections of the Bozeman Municipal Code The planning process will consolidate relevant information from these planning documents, and from budgets, work plans, and funding plans utilized by the Parks and Recreation Department to facilitate the comprehensive coordination of direction and recommendations for the Comprehensive Parks, Recreation and Active Transportation Plan. Once completed, this plan will: • Clarify and communicate community priorities and needs including community understanding of key terms • Communicate about professional assessment and recommendations and obtain feedback from the stakeholders and decision-makers • Establish policies for parks including critical habitat and natural resources, recreation, and the active transportation system of the City • Guide development proposals and individual park site plans by providing the basis for policies and/or regulatory requirements such as park size and siting requirements, park and facility design standards, and specifications for park features such as site furnishings, utilities, and surfacing • Recommend updates or revisions to aforementioned regulatory requirements and policies • Illustrate and address level of service imbalance within the system based on community-defined priorities • Prioritize the expenditure of public funds for land acquisition, development/expansion, and maintenance of recreational lands and facilities • Guide the Recreation Division’s program development including ongoing evaluation, cost structure, and marketing • Provide specific recommendations for implementation COVID-19 CONSIDERATIONS GreenPlay has been successfully completing projects including community engagement throughout the Covid-19 Pandemic. We are very sensitive to local conditions and phasing guidelines. All in-person engagement will be conducted with appropriate social distancing protocols, and we can conduct virtual engagement through various methods. Comprehensive Parks, Recreation, and Active Transportation Plan 29 B. COMMUNITY OUTREACH AND PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT STRATEGY AND MATERIALS To educate the community about relevant parks, recreation, open space, and trails issues and to solicit feedback regarding their needs, we will conduct a multi-faceted community and stakeholder engagement process. Our team will engage stakeholders from throughout the City, using multiple methods to engage residents from all facets of your community, including those involved with the Safe Routes to Parks Activating Communities project. The participation process utilized will be customized to your community’s unique situation, emphasizing data collection methods that are efficient, effective, and that incorporate your available resources to the greatest extent possible. Based on previous successes, the following community engagement strategy approach is designed to assure residents, user groups, community associations, neighboring communities, and other stakeholders that they are provided an opportunity to participate in the development of the plan. • Initial Information Gathering: Collection of as much information as possible on awareness, use patterns, satisfaction, desires, barriers, vision, priorities, funding possibilities, and willingness to pay, so as to inform the development of the plan. • Focus Group Meetings: We will conduct a minimum of four (4) focus groups drawing from user individuals and groups, Parks and Recreation Department employees, other City employees, Recreation and Parks Advisory Board members, Trails, Open Space, and Parks Committee members, Tree Advisory Board members, other boards and commissions, non-profit organizations, etc.), and primary stakeholders such as youth, seniors, other recreation providers, club sports teams, citizens with disabilities, school officials, and other stakeholders, as mutually determined. • Public Community Meetings  One during the information gathering portion of the project that will provide an introduction to the project and the required validation of the project’s vision and objectives.  One to present the “findings” of the needs assessment (i.e., survey results, inventory results, areas of focus for the recommendations) and an opportunity to provide comments about the information presented, and identify potential solutions. • Stakeholder Interviews: During onsite visits and as appropriate, we will meet with and/or have phone conversations with those who can contribute specific information that may need to be conveyed in a more detailed manner. GreenPlay, LLC | Proposal for the City of Bozeman, Montana30 GREENPLAY PROVIDES MOE GreenPlay offers even more ways to reach your community through Mobile- Optimized Engagement (MOE). These innovative strategies help solve one of the most common reasons people don’t attend meetings – lack of time. In addition, these tools capitalize on reaching 81% of Americans of all demographics in the most convenient manner, to which they have access wherever they are throughout the day – their smartphone. Now, your community members don’t have to come to a public meeting. We recognize that not everyone would prefer (or have access to) technology, and we love our in-person contacts, but many community members are accustomed to doing things online. They can participate comfortably wherever they are. This allows us to engage additional people who typically won’t come to public meetings – those with kids, lack of transportation, demanding schedules, or many other reasons, and we can solicit their opinion and involvement in a new way. We have successfully conducted virtual engagement on many similar projects, so there is no learning curve. The following methods and tools can be customized for your situation: • Online Public Meeting: We can schedule an online public meeting so that anyone who is not able to attend in-person can participate through an online engagement tool called Zoom. The online meeting is facilitated in a way that informs and engages participants by inviting feedback through chat features and informal polling. Participants receive a link and the time, and a recording of the meeting can be distributed and posted after the event. • Public Meeting Livestream: During one of our on-site public meetings, for an additional fee, GreenPlay can livestream the meeting using either Facebook Live or Zoom. Using the chat feature, participants can ask questions and provide feedback. Typically, livestreams do not require registration, and the date/time of the event is advertised prior to the meeting. • Additional Online Tools including Bang the Table online engagement. • SWOT Analysis: We will work with the Department to analyze strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. • Meetings with the Planning Commission (1), the Parks and Recreation Commission (3) and the City Council (2). • Statistically-Valid Survey – Details follow. • Findings Presentation: We will compile and present a summary of findings from the inventory, needs assessment and initial analysis for validation by staff, decision makers, stakeholders, and the public. • Final Presentation: Once all edits have been incorporated to the draft plan, we will present the Final Plan. C. NEEDS ASSESSMENT Statistically-Valid Survey As part of the quantitative needs assessment portion of the plan, our team will conduct a randomly distributed survey using proven survey methods to achieve a statistically valid response. This type of survey is the most effective method available to get the opinions of the NON-USERS, as well as users of recreation facilities and programs, in your community. We will work with RRC Associates (RRC) to create a carefully designed community survey to be distributed to a sample of residents. We propose to invite survey participation using a mail survey with a postage paid return envelope provided, containing language that is proven based on our work in other communities. The survey will permit respondents to complete the form and mail it back, or they would be directed to a web site where they could complete the survey on-line. We will report responses by geographic area to provide the best possible data for decision making. The data by zone will ensure goals and action items are addressed in the proper locations and that under-served and diverse communities needs are best addressed. Following the initial invitation to complete the survey that is provided to a sampling of residents by mail, we will offer the opportunity to go to an “open link” where the larger community would be encouraged to respond. Comprehensive Parks, Recreation, and Active Transportation Plan 31 RRC typically tabulates the results from these two groups separately (the coded “invitation” and “open link” versions), but if they are similar in response patterns, they can then be combined for interpretation purposes. We expect enough responses to permit recreation use patterns and community priorities to be measured in a quantitative manner. To help improve response rates, we also anticipate that the City would assist with marketing and creating public awareness of the survey through local channels such as local newspapers, radio, cable TV, web sites, etc. We will provide analysis and report(s) in relation to present and future goals, objectives and directives. We will compare existing offerings to those identified by the constituents, the themes of the Strategic Plan and other City documents, and professional recommendations. We will evaluate: • Accessibility and inclusiveness of Parks and Recreation programs and services (individual and group, all ages and abilities, all income and education levels) and develop a strategy to improve. • Program and service deficiencies in services offered (active and passive, competitive and non-competitive, seasonal offerings, etc.) and develop a strategy to address them. D. EXISTING AND FUTURE FACILITIES AND STAFFING - ANALYSIS FOR LEVEL OF SERVICE Our team will create an inventory of existing recreational programs, services, and facilities provided by the City and private providers. Building on your current GIS inventory, we will supplement existing data with site visits and park assessments. We have adapted and built upon previous traditional capacity based level of service (LOS) practices to create an improved approach. Our GRASP® Team has worked with more than 125 communities around the U.S. since 2001 to create, test, and efficiently provide these services. This methodology will allow us to evaluate all of the assets in the Bozeman parks and recreation system to make accurate recommendations on how they are serving the community. By examining your system from a quantitative and qualitative standpoint, we can make better CIP recommendations and provide justifiable recommendations for improving the City’s level of service. We not only include traditional capacity analysis such as acres and park components per capita but we go well beyond to look at park equity, distribution, and access. EngagementHQ Tools Spectrum Managing your project communications Mixed environment Participants can see other participant contributions. However, there is little peer-to-peer interaction. Some data may be visible to the public, other data is just accessible by admin. Controlled environment Participants cannot engage with each other.Data is stored in the backend and onlyaccessible by admin. SURVEYS The Surveys tool gives people an opportunity to voice their opinion in a convenient and guided way, which has historically shown higher response rates than other formats. POLLS Polls encourage people to give a quick answer on one question, selecting from multiple choice answers. They are able to instantly see the Poll results, piquing their interest and giving you real time insight. IDEAS Open environment Participants can engage with each other. Comments, images and ideas are visible to the community PLACES Places is a simple way to gather community feedback and ideas directly on a map. Participants drop a “pin” in the area of concern, add photos and then fill in a quick survey. Ideas provides “virtual” post it notes for individuals to add their ideas to a collective board. People like the ideas that inspire them most, helping align your priorities with what matters most to the community. FORUM The Forums tool creates a space for discussion, dialogue and debate. People share their experiences with others, ask questions and have conversations in a safe and interactive environment. QUESTIONS Answered Publicly Answered Privately Questions is an issues management and communications risk mitigation tool. It is a managed space for your community to ask you questions and for you to respond either publicly or privately. STORIES CommentingDisabled CommentingEnabled When we tell or hear a story, neuroscience tells us that we experience things on a higher and more resonant level. Stories helps your community better understand, empathize and relate to others as well as your project goals. GUESTBOOK Pre Moderated PostModerated Guestbook keeps things simple; people are only able to upload comments, which are moderated to manage what appears publicly. No other interaction is enabled. EngagementHQ Tools Spectrum Managing your project communications Mixed environment Participants can see other participant contributions. However, there is little peer-to-peer interaction. Some data may be visible to the public, other data is just accessible by admin. Controlled environment Participants cannot engage with each other.Data is stored in the backend and onlyaccessible by admin. SURVEYS The Surveys tool gives people an opportunity to voice their opinion in a convenient and guided way, which has historically shown higher response rates than other formats. POLLS Polls encourage people to give a quick answer on one question, selecting from multiple choice answers. They are able to instantly see the Poll results, piquing their interest and giving you real time insight. IDEAS Open environment Participants can engage with each other. Comments, images and ideas are visible to the community PLACES Places is a simple way to gather community feedback and ideas directly on a map. Participants drop a “pin” in the area of concern, add photos and then fill in a quick survey. Ideas provides “virtual” post it notes for individuals to add their ideas to a collective board. People like the ideas that inspire them most, helping align your priorities with what matters most to the community. FORUM The Forums tool creates a space for discussion, dialogue and debate. People share their experiences with others, ask questions and have conversations in a safe and interactive environment. QUESTIONS Answered Publicly Answered Privately Questions is an issues management and communications risk mitigation tool. It is a managed space for your community to ask you questions and for you to respond either publicly or privately. STORIES CommentingDisabled CommentingEnabled When we tell or hear a story, neuroscience tells us that we experience things on a higher and more resonant level. Stories helps your community better understand, empathize and relate to others as well as your project goals. GUESTBOOK Pre Moderated PostModerated Guestbook keeps things simple; people are only able to upload comments, which are moderated to manage what appears publicly. No other interaction is enabled. GreenPlay, LLC | Proposal for the City of Bozeman, Montana32 The available capacity-style approach will be enhanced with on-site component data collection and analysis to create a complete data set and determine current conditions for: • Quantity of all relevant system components • Quality of components (3 point scaling along with aesthetic attributes) • Functionality of components for their intended purpose for this plan lifecycle This CBM GRASP® analysis builds upon the traditional capacity analysis, but is unique in its ability to analyze both the quantity (capacity) and quality of individual components of an entire system. These include traditional parks assets such as playgrounds, ballfields, pools, and courts, but also includes specialty components, such as trails, waterfront access, art, natural areas, shelters, etc. that have not been previously included in capacity analysis, but provide important community services. This CBM analysis will enable us to: • Determine current level of service in the City and where improvements can be made based on walkability, quantity, and quality of any and all parks, open space, trails, waterfront, wetlands, and facilities. • Identify precise gaps and opportunities for location of future development of specific components, beyond just park land needs. • Provide information for prioritization of these identified gap areas based on quantified demographics. With CBM analysis, we can also add more analysis on specific components, alternative providers, and programmatic locations beyond the basic parcel analysis. Specific Perspective Analyses will be determined based on project key issues. Our inventory and assessments begin with an Inventory Atlas which includes which includes aerial mapping graphics and a scorecard for each site. Once approved, we will use this data to create a System Resource Map and other GIS heat mapping and gap analyses mapping using the CBM. This analysis becomes the basis for recommendations for making improvements to address unmet needs for both active and passive recreation for many years to come. This detailed CBM data set can also provide a strong basis for future digital assets management and maintenance plans. Evaluation of Existing Standards Using the community demographic profile, stakeholder engagement results, and level of service analysis, we will assess the quality and quantity of programs and facilities provided by the City. We know that the City is dedicated to providing an equitable system of parks, recreation, and open spaces in Comprehensive Parks, Recreation, and Active Transportation Plan 33 which these facilities and services are available to everyone in the community. We will evaluate the adequacy on the basis of size and location in relation to existing and future population. We will also make recommendations for minimizing duplication and/or enhancing possibilities for collaborative partnerships where appropriate. Demographics and Trends Analysis GreenPlay will conduct a demographic analysis and market profile of the City and your service area, utilizing all information available from previous planning efforts in addition to the U.S. Census Bureau, Esri, and other national and local sources. We will portray relevant demographic information in easy to read charts and figures with analysis of important topics that will impact parks and recreation service delivery Trends analysis helps evaluate demographic shifts and their impact on future parks and recreation. This analysis helps identify regional interest and participation levels for a variety of activities; how services are provided through both administrative and planning trends; and how parks and recreation, amenities, programs, and events compare to national and regional trends. Programs and Services Gaps Analysis We will collect and analyze information on participation, needs, desires, operations, and management strategies for programming and service offerings, including those operated by other jurisdictions, and make recommendations. We will inventory and fully integrate other recreation providers into the plan. This includes an evaluation of the agreement with the school district and other joint-use agreements, if applicable. We will identify areas of service shortfalls and projected impact of future trends. Using the results of the previous tasks and the level of service analysis, GreenPlay will identify and prioritize the unmet programming needs in the community. The gaps in programs and services can be identified using the nexus of unmet need and high importance. The evaluation will include an evaluation of equity across the system related to facilities, amenities, and programs based on the diversity of the specific locations in the City. Organizational Analysis GreenPlay will broadly assess the organizational and management structures of Bozeman’s Parks and Recreation Department. We will evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of your current structure in meeting current and future departmental responsibilities as related to the community’s needs. The needs assessment will identify any areas for enhancement and the recommendations and action plan will provide methods to address these areas. Park Operations and Maintenance Analysis Our team will conduct an overview evaluation of existing park maintenance practices and an analysis of staffing structures in relation to community expectations and industry “best practices” (including environmental sensitivity). The evaluation will consist of staff interviews, review of community feedback, budgets, and policies, and site visits. GreenPlay consultants will place a focus on the ability to serve a large system, sustainable operations, and potential general needs for improving park maintenance levels and efficiencies. All plan recommendations will take into account cost effective options for ongoing maintenance. We will include recommendations on how the department could be organized to achieve maximum efficiency in order to successfully implement the plan. We will identify specific maintenance levels for each park space, and the overall system. We will provide maintenance standards, costing data and alternative and creative ways to finance park maintenance that includes a funding gap analysis for the 5, 10, and 20 year planning horizon. E. RECREATION MARKETING PLAN To align with goals outlined in your Strategic Plan, we will identify marketing strategies for the Recreation Division. Our team will create social media and other communication strategies that tell the story of the division and maintain our positive reputation and adaptability. Purposes of the marketing plan include promoting services and facility availability, raising awareness about capital projects, and attracting short- term workers. GreenPlay, LLC | Proposal for the City of Bozeman, Montana34 F. PROGRAM AND FACILITY PRICING PLAN FOR COST RECOVERY Present and Projected Fiscal Resources We realize that recommendations mean nothing without examining the financial resources necessary to move forward. We will consider the implications and possibilities at all stages. GreenPlay will conduct an overview analysis of existing funding to understand how the City is meeting its current needs, and based on recommended improvements, will determine if current funding sources are sufficient for both capital and operational costs. Based on the strategic recommendations that arise out of the needs assessment, we will identify probable operating, maintenance, and capital costs and recommendations for potential funding sources and mechanisms for the next 15 years. Alternative Funding and Partnerships GreenPlay brings extensive experience in suggesting options for alternative funding. Alternative funding typically includes grants, donor programs, and/ or partnerships. Our Project Team will identify key partners in the area through the planning process and can provide management recommendations to enhance this potential funding area. Note that this task does not include procurement of alternative funding, but this can be addressed separately if desired. Analysis of Programs, Fees, and Services We will conduct an analysis of direct and indirect costs and establishment of current cost recovery levels, consistent with the City’s fund structure, budgeting, and cost allocation methodologies. We will use results of the inventory and level of service analysis to inform this study, and will include these topics in the community and stakeholder engagement process. Probable Operating, Maintenance, and Capital Costs and Potential Funding Sources Based on recommendations that arise out of the needs assessment, we will identify probable operating, maintenance, and capital costs and recommendations for potential funding sources and mechanisms for the next 15 to 20 years. Cost Recovery Analysis GreenPlay is a national leader in teaching and developing innovative approaches to handling the often contentious financial issues of “how much taxpayer subsidy is enough?” or “where should the resources go?” GreenPlay has established and improved the “Pyramid” methodology for helping agencies create an overall philosophy and approach for resource allocation, program pricing, and cost recovery evaluation. We currently teach this straightforward but innovative methodology at conferences, and we train agencies and universities in its implementation and use. It is invaluable for making tough resource allocation decisions, and creating pricing and cost recovery strategies. This methodology will be helpful for evaluating the operational financial sustainability of the Recreation Division. We will review and discuss existing funding mechanisms and cost recovery practices for programs and services and recommend appropriate levels of cost recovery through fees. Recommendations will balance cost recovery with issues of affordability. Note: a full detailed analysis of cost recovery, divisional budgets, and/or pricing is not typically included in an analysis such as this, but can be facilitated separately or concurrently for an additional fee. G. PARK DESIGN STANDARDS AND SPECIFICATIONS Based on the Needs Assessment, Inventory, and Level of Service Analysis, we will create design specifications for the City. These design and specifications will guide development proposals and individual park site plans by providing park siting recommendations, guidelines, and/or incentives, design standards, and specifications for park features such as site furnishings, utilities, and surfacing. If needed, we can provide recommendations for amending the City’s Unified Development Code. Comprehensive Parks, Recreation, and Active Transportation Plan 35 Our team will evaluate existing plan and policy directions on inclusion of critical habitat such as riparian areas within parkland and align with Strategic Plan, Climate Plan, Landscaping/Irrigation recommendations being developed by the Water Conservation Division, and other professional standards. We will review and update to the parks and recreation classification system, which will assist the City in evaluating the distribution of existing park and recreation facilities, where new parks and facilities should be located, and what features would be appropriate at different types of parks. In addition, the classification system can be used to communicate the types of recreation facilities desired by the community and to establish parameters for the planning and design of new parks and facilities. We will identify best practices for park system management and programming in accordance with National Recreation and Park Association recommendations and published industry standards. H. ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN We will review the City’s existing Trails Map and extend the urban growth boundary. We will coordinate updates with the Trails Plan in progress. We know that the GIS Department is currently creating a trail conditions assessment. We will create an Active Transportation Plan (AT Plan), to establish key policies, definitions and recommendations to assess and improve the system holistically. The AT Plan will address wayfinding, maintenance standards, system completion, design standards, and funding for maintenance and infill improvements. Existing trail classifications and design standards will be updated to reflect community needs and demand and to unify the definitions in Parks and Recreation planning documents with that of the Public Works Department. We will: 1. Review existing Trails Map and City Trails Inventory, PROST and Transportation Plan definitions and specifications, Triangle Trails Plan (in progress), and relevant State trail planning documents. 2. Identify gaps in trail network and opportunities to enhance and expand the system. Identify where gaps in the trail system exist and locations where specific trail or roadway improvements are necessary based on the citizen survey, land use, location of popular facilities and travel patterns. City will provide GIS files. The selection process should be based on travel demand patterns from either commuting or recreational users based on land use and use of existing trails. 3. Develop Prioritization Criteria. Determine criteria to prioritize recommended improvements in the proposed Active Transportation network. Identify a method of assigning a value to each criterion. The prioritization process shall be influenced by public engagement and allow flexibility to vet relevant criteria to determine which are most valued. Present information to relevant boards and the City Commission at a public meeting in order to ascertain values and priorities. Prioritization should be focused on implementation so projects can readily feed into the annual budget process and grant programs for the City. Improvements may be prioritized into groups or categories that facilitate such implementation so phases of projects can be advanced. 4. Develop Vision, Goals and Objectives specific to the Active Transportation Plan and building on already-identified concepts or priorities in other planning documents. 5. Incorporate and introduce industry concepts such as Safe Routes Partnership Framework, Complete Streets, and Walk Score. Analyze existing requirements and make recommendations for the following elements: i. Bike parking, storage and development incentives. ii. Trail cross-sections, details or specifications for all trail facilities iii. Potential funding sources and grant opportunities iv. Others identified by community or consultant. 6. Wayfinding recommendations 7. Add alternative pending grant request: Wayfinding design and implementation plan (including but not limited to: i. Base mapping and data collection ii. Wayfinding guide and sign placement plan iii. Aesthetic design program including sign specifications iv. Themes and naming recommendations for major routes v. Specific engagement events or materials around wayfinding GreenPlay, LLC | Proposal for the City of Bozeman, Montana36 We know that the City has a Safe Routes to Parks initiative, which is partially funded by a grant. GreenPlay has partnered with non profit organization GP RED on similar project in an initiative known as Safe Routes to Play. We can apply these principles toward our analysis of your parks and recreation system, ensuring that Bozeman residents can safely access parks from all over the City. I. RECOMMENDATIONS AND ACTION PLAN Our team will develop recommendations and prioritize community demand. Prioritized recommendations will be created for needs regarding land acquisition, budget (operations and capital), and the development of parks, trails, open space, and recreation facilities; maintenance and renovation of parks, trails, and recreation facilities; and minimizing duplications or enhancing possibilities for collaborative partnerships where appropriate. Our team will identify opportunities to improve delivery of parks and recreation services through the adoption and employment of new or innovative technologies and/or management practices. We will also develop recommendations for operations, staffing, maintenance, programming, budget, and future needs. The resulting action plan will provide a clear and measurable plan for development of programming direction based on standards and demand analysis. Findings Presentation GreenPlay team consultants will compile initial findings from the analysis and inventory of existing conditions, community profile, and community and stakeholder involvement, including the survey. We will prepare a summary Findings Presentation for staff, decision makers, stakeholders, and the public to validate their accuracy. During this stage, we will confirm that all information identified and collected thus far is correct, and ask all stakeholders to share any additional issues or opportunities for consideration. Key Issues Analysis Matrix During the Findings Phase of the project, our team will compile a Key Issues Analysis Matrix that helps identify focus areas from the various tools and methodologies used to collect information. Your customized matrix will serve as a basis for plan updates in the future. This tool serves as an overview of your Action Plan, and a quick and easy reference for implementing recommendations. J. DRAFT AND FINAL PLANS, PRESENTATIONS AND DELIVERABLES The Draft Comprehensive Parks, Recreation and Active Transportation Plan will include all findings, needs assessment, public engagement results, written goals, plans, objectives, and policy statements that articulate a clear vision and model (a “road map”) for City’s future. These will be submitted for preliminary review, and all comments will be incorporated into your final plan. For the Draft Plan we will provide the City with one (1) unbound copy-ready copy, and one (1) electronic copy in a format compatible with the City’s software and for posting on its website. For the Final Plan we will provide the City with one (1) unbound copy-ready copy, and an electronic copy in a format compatible with the City’s software and for posting on its websites. We will also supply an Executive Summary, compatible with the City’s software. All maps and data layers created for the Master Plan will be provided to the City in native file format, in a format compatible with the its software, and in a format that makes them available for posting on your website. WORK PLAN PROJECT COORDINATION FOCUS GROUP MEETINGS PUBLIC COMMUNITY MEETINGS STAKEHOLDER INTERVIEWS C. NEEDS ASSESSMENT STATISTICALLY-VALID SURVEY INVENTORY LEVEL OF SERVICE ANALYSIS DEMOGRAPHICS AND TRENDS GAPS ANALYSIS ORGANIZATIONAL ANALYSIS OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE E. RECREATION MARKETING PLAN RECREATION MARKETING PLAN FISCAL RESOURCES FEE ASSESSMENT COST RECOVERY POLICY DESIGN STANDARDS H. ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN TRAILS MAP UPDATE ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN FINDINGS PRESENTATION ACTION PLAN DRAFT PLAN FINAL PLAN MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC JAN FEB PROJECT PHASE:SKO Information Gathering Visioning/Draft Final SKO Meeting With City Project Team And/Or Boards/Committees Public Meetings Draft Plan Presentation/Public Meeting Public Meetings Public Meetings Findings and Visioning Final Plan/ Public Mtg. A. STRATEGIC KICK OFF AND DETERMINATION OF CRITICAL SUCCESS FACTORS B. COMMUNITY OUTREACH AND PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT STRATEGY AND MATERIALS D. EXISTING AND FUTURE FACILITIES AND STAFFING - ANALYSIS FOR LEVEL OF SERVICE F. PROGRAM AND FACILITY PRICING PLAN FOR COST RECOVERY G. PARK DESIGN STANDARDS AND SPECIFICATIONS I. RECOMMENDATIONS AND ACTION PLAN J. DRAFT AND FINAL PLANS, PRESENTATIONS AND DELIVERABLES GreenPlay, LLC | Proposal for the City of Bozeman, Montana38 F. BUDGET TASKS GreenPlay DHM Robert Peccia RRC Total TASK A: Strategic Kick-Off, and Determination of Critical Success Factors $3,938 $150 $150 $150 $4,388 TASK B: Community and Stakeholder Engagement $23,678 $23,678 TASK C: Needs Assessment $1,260 $16,350 $17,610 TASK D. Existing and Future Facilities and Staffing - Analysis for Level of Service $35,706 $3,350 $39,056 TASK E: Recreation Marketing Plan $3,150 $3,150 TASK F. Program and Facility Pricing Plan for Cost Recovery $5,933 $5,933 TASK G. Park Design Standards and Specifications $788 $6,000 $6,788 TASK H. Active Transportation Plan $630 $11,850 $12,480 TASK I: Recommendations and Action Plan $11,078 $2,500 $1,500 $15,078 TASK J: Draft And Final Plans, Presentations and Deliverables $21,840 $3,000 $3,000 $27,840 Totals $107,999 $15,000 $16,500 $16,500 $155,999 Fee Basis GreenPlay does not bill on an hourly basis. We have established an inclusive fee schedule that covers the salaries of our professional project staff and of support staff who enable them to function effectively and efficiently. We consider the prevailing rates in our industry and the level of specialized expertise that we provide. For projects which require more than 100 hours of work, GreenPlay proposes using a Firm-Fixed model for compensation. This means that the contract is based on a projected number of hours, but the compensation is actually based on the completion of pre-determined contracted tasks identified in the Scope of Work and within a pre- specified timeline. This typically works well for the client, ensuring that all work is accomplished regardless of the time required to complete each task. In the event that the contracted Scope of Work is changed by the client during the project, GreenPlay can adjust total contract fees accordingly based on our regular hourly rates. This project is proposed as a Firm-Fixed Fee. Individual hourly rates and projected hours are not applicable. Our rates include:  All deliverables as outlined in the Scope of Work.  Professional staff, sub-consultant, and administrative salaries.  All office overhead, equipment, utilities, and consulting insurances.  Taxes, employee benefits, and Worker’s Compensation.  Administrative support staff and supplies, and local travel.  Work Products and meetings as outlined in the Scope of Work.  All travel costs are built into the firm-fixed fee. Rates do not include:  Materials and services outside of the pre- specified Scope of Work (may include extra meetings, requested copies and printing of work products).  Geotechnical services and reports.  Topographic and boundary surveys (site surveys).  Site Testing.  Project related legal and safety consultant services.  Permits and fees borne by the agency.  Detailed schematic and construction documents. Additional Services: If Requested GreenPlay’s rate for additional services is based on an average of $150 per hour if not proposed as “firm-fixed fee.” For sub-consultants, hourly rates range from $60 to $150 per hour, depending on the task. As this project is based on a firm-fixed fee, our consultants will dedicate the necessary time to complete the project. Our sub-consultant team members set their hourly rates according to their individual firm fee schedules. While the hourly rates may sound high, when considering the costs for implementing additional experienced and professional full-time staff, benefits, insurances, office space, computers and equipment, support staff, utilities, etc., we find that this rate is usually comparable to or lower than what an agency would spend for in-house staff. An additional benefit is that when the project is finished, the expense ends. This project is billed as Firm-Fixed Fee, meaning that all travel, reimbursables, and deliverables are built into the per task cost. Comprehensive Parks, Recreation, and Active Transportation Plan 39 GreenPlay typically submits an invoice for payment to the project manager/primary contact person on a monthly basis. Each invoice includes a brief description of the services provided and percentage of Scope completed to date. Other structures for compensation and payment can be negotiable prior to contract award. ESTIMATED HOURS GreenPlay, LLC | Proposal for the City of Bozeman, Montana40 G. REFERENCES Dody Erickson, Recreation Director City and County of Denver201 W. Colfax Ave.6th Floor, Dept. 613Denver, CO 80202(720) 913-0663Dody.Erickson@ci.Denver.CO.US Dan Garvy, Director Lisle Park District 1925 Ohio Street Lisle, IL 60532 (630) 964-3410 dgarvey@lisleparkdistrict.org John Henderson, Executive DirectorPark RX America Washington, DC (202) 549-8233 john@parkrxamerica.org Cory Styron, CPRP Director of Hollywood, FL PRD P.O. Box 229045 Hollywood, FL 33022-9045 (954) 921-3404 CStyron@hollywoodfl.org Cindy A. Curtis, Deputy City ManagerMunicipal Center, Building 12401 Courthouse DriveVirginia Beach, VA 23456(757) 385-4242ccurtis@vbgov.com Dennis Dovel, Parks and Recreation DirectorCity of Blue Springs425 NE MockBlue Springs, MO 64015(816) 228-0265ddovel@bluespringsgov.com The City of Angleton hired GreenPlay LLC to develop a Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master and Strategic Plan. Our Staff, Parks Board, and City Council couldn’t be happier with the result. The GreenPlay Project Team was amazing to work with, very responsive, thorough, stayed on schedule and provided us with an overall remarkable working document that will guide our agency for the next decade. I would highly recommend GreenPlay LLC for your next project or study. Megan Mainer, Parks and Recreation Director, Angleton, TX601 N. Valderas St., Angleton, TX 77515 (979) 849-4364, ext. 4101; mmainer@angleton.tx.us Personalized Service Achievement of Goals Great Relationships Our Winning Formula + Comprehensive Parks, Recreation, and Active Transportation Plan 41 H. AFFIRMATION OF NONDISCRIMINATION Request for Proposals Comprehensive Parks, Recreation and Active Transportation Plan Attachments xii ATTACHMENT 1: NONDISCRIMINATION AND EQUAL PAY AFFIRMATION ____________________________________(name of entity submitting) hereby affirms it will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, marital status, national origin, or because of actual or perceived sexual orientation, gender identity or disability and acknowledges and understands the eventual contract will contain a provision prohibiting discrimination as described above and this prohibition on discrimination shall apply to the hiring and treatments or proposer’s employees and to all subcontracts. In addition, ____________________________________(name of entity submitting) hereby affirms it will abide by the Equal Pay Act of 1963 and Section 39-3-104, MCA (the Montana Equal Pay Act), and has visited the State of Montana Equal Pay for Equal Work “best practices” website, https://equalpay.mt.gov/BestPractices/Employers, or equivalent “best practices publication and has read the material. ______________________________________ Name and title of person authorized to sign on behalf of submitter GreenPlay, LLC GreenPlay, LLC Teresa L. Penbrooke, PhD, CPRE CEO and Founding Managing Member GreenPlay, LLC | Proposal for the City of Bozeman, Montana42 GreenPlay, LLC 1021 E. South Boulder Road, Suite N Louisville, CO 80027 303.439.8369 www.GreenPlayLLC.com