We will enhance community and quality of life through people, parks, and programs.

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1 We will enhance community and quality of life through people, parks, and programs. Grand Traverse County Parks and Recreation Commission AGENDA Thursday, November 10, 2016 Governmental Center, Training Room, Second Floor 400 Boardman Avenue, Traverse City, Michigan :30 p.m. Meeting General Meeting Policies: Please turn off all cell phones or switch them to silent mode. Any person may make a videotape, audiotape, or other recording of this meeting. Standing equipment, cords, or portable microphones must be located to not block audience s view. If you require auxiliary assistance, please call or TDD A. Call to Order (Director) B. Roll Call C. First Public Comment Any person shall be permitted to address the Parks and Recreation Commission, which is required to be open to the public under the provision of the Michigan Open Meetings Act, as amended (MCLA , et. seq.). Public comment shall be carried out in accordance with the following Board Rules and Procedures: 1. Any person wishing to address the Commission shall state his or her name and address. 2. No person shall be allowed to speak more than once on the same matter, excluding Commissioners questions. The Chairperson shall control the amount of time each person shall be allowed to speak, which shall not exceed three (3) minutes. The Chairperson may, at his or her discretion, extend the amount of time any person is allowed to speak. D. Approval of/additions to Agenda E. Special Orders of Business/Presentations 1. Traverse City to Charlevoix Trail Request for Support of Resolution.3 (Action Item: Julie Clark, Executive Director, TART Trails; Resolution Attached; Review Concept at F. Action on Consent Calendar The purpose of the Consent Calendar is to expedite business by grouping non-controversial items to be dealt with by one Commission motion without discussion. Any member of the Commission, staff, or the public may ask that any item on the Consent Calendar be removed therefrom and placed elsewhere on the agenda for full discussion. Such requests will automatically be respected. If any item is not removed from the Consent Calendar, the action noted (Receive and File or Approval) is approved by a single Commission action adopting the Consent Calendar.

2 Receive and File 1. Draft Minutes from October 20, 2016 Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting Approved Minutes from September 15, 2016 Business Development Team Meeting Draft Minutes from October 13, 2016 Parks and Recreation Commission Special Meeting Regarding Easling Pool Approved Minutes from November 3, 2015 Ground Fees Ad Hoc Committee Meeting Approved Minutes from April 3, 2014 Rules Committee Meeting Parks and Recreation/Senior Center Network Budget Report Grand Traverse Conservation District Monthly Report Revised Park Rules Thank-you Letters Regarding Hometown Heroes Event...27 G. Items Removed from Consent Calendar H. Department Report (Verbal Reports: Director and Senior Center Network Manager) I. Old Business 1. Request for Support of County as Fiscal Agent for Easling Pool Project Fundraising (Action Item: Director; Draft Resolution Attached) Budget Request from Conservation District; Current Issues with Boardwalks (Discussion and Potential Action Item: Director; July 2016 Budget Request Memo from Conservation District and Supporting Correspondence and Photographs Attached) % Grant Request Update (Director) J. New Business 1. Hunting in County Parks (Discussion; Power Island and Maple Bay Only List of Seasons, as Defined by MDNR, Attached) Resolution of Support for County to Sell Birmley-Keystone Property (Action Item: Director; Draft Resolution Attached) Parks and Recreation Fees (Verbal Report: Fees Ad Hoc Committee) K. Second Public Comment (Please refer to Item C. on agenda for rules.) L. Notices and Commissioner Comments M. Adjournment

3 We will enhance community and quality of life through people, parks and programs. November 10, 2016, 6:30 p.m. Agenda Item E.1. Subject: Traverse City to Charlevoix Trail Request for Support of Resolution Presenters: Julie Clark, Executive Director of TART Trails, and Kristine Erickson, Director Background: Plans for the Traverse City to Charlevoix Trail are well underway, and Maple Bay Park and Natural Area could play a significant role in serving users, once the trail has been built. Attached is a map of Maple Bay Park, indicating the potential trail route and proposed trailhead location at Maple Bay. Following are two on-line links for exploring and learning more about the proposed trail: Requests: Partner TART Trails is asking the Parks and Recreation Commission to recommend to the County Board of Commissioners approval of a resolution of support (draft attached) for the Traverse City to Charlevoix Trail concept and development plan. TART also is asking for the Parks and Recreation Commission to authorize Parks and Recreation staff to work with the trail communities and TART Trails on the Traverse City to Charlevoix trail effort to explore roles and opportunities. Some examples of how the County might become involved in this project in the future are to: become the landowner for trail easements; act as fiduciary agent for grants; make improvements at Maple Bay Park, as determined and authorized by the Parks and Recreation Commission. Recommendations: 1. Motion to recommend to County Board of Commissioners that it approve and adopt the attached resolution of support for the Traverse City to Charlevoix Trail concept. 2. Motion to authorize Parks and Recreation staff to explore County roles and opportunities that would support the Traverse City to Charlevoix Trail project. 3

4 Elk Rapids a Caban S hor e s Possible trailhead w/ parking, restrooms, signage, and connections to education opportunities and shoreline Proposed Traverse City to Charlevoix Trail Map Legend TC Area Trails Trail Facility Type Traverse City to Charlevoix, Bicycle Lanes Traverse City to Charlevoix, Shared Roadway Traverse City to Charlevoix, Shared-Use Path TART Trail, State Roads Maple Bay County Park Rail Roads/Streets Grand Traverse Parcels Grand Traverse Parcels Antrim Parcels Township Boundaries ^ as Bates Dum Acme Township Plu m 1:15,000 OpenStreetMap (and) contributors, CC-BY-SA Old US 31 US 31 Ridge Top Kay Ray Explore trail connections to west County property, GTRLC, and Bates Road Angell 0 Source: Esri, DigitalGlobe, GeoEye, Earthstar Geographics, CNES/Airbus DS, User USDA, USGS, AEX, Getmapping, Aerogrid, IGN, IGP, swisstopo, and the GIS 4 Community Miles

5 At a Regular Meeting of the Grand Traverse County Parks and Recreation Commission, held on the 10th day of November 2016, at 6:30 p.m., with members present, the following resolution was proposed: Motion by: Commissioner Supported by: Commissioner Grand Traverse County Parks and Recreation Commission RESOLUTION A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE TRAVERSE CITY TO CHARLEVOIX TRAIL CONCEPT PLAN WHEREAS, Grand Traverse County Parks and Recreation Commission has identified trails as an important part of its Strategic Plan, calling for continued partnership with TART Trails and other entities to provide further countywide connectivity through nonmotorized and multi-modal trails; and WHEREAS, Grand Traverse County Parks and Recreation Commission s Grand Traverse County Community Park, Recreation, Open Space, and Greenway Plan supports the development of non-motorized trails and connected trail networks; and WHEREAS, the Traverse City to Charlevoix Trail has been a community vision for nearly 20 years, and trail development has been supported through local and regional resources in 2015, and; WHEREAS, Grand Traverse County Parks and Recreation Commission believes that constructing the trail between Traverse City and Charlevoix will contribute to the recreation and non-motorized transportation opportunities in the region with its immediate connections to existing trail facilities and desired destinations and future trail extensions along the proposed corridor; and WHEREAS, the conceptual design of the Traverse City to Charlevoix Trail reflects the strategic goals of understanding and respecting the history, context and culture of the corridor; understanding trail users perspectives; cultivating trail support by connecting to hearts and minds; creating meaningful connections for work, play and health, and engaging volunteers and partners; WHEREAS, completing the trail provides positive economic, social and environmental benefits to the region; 5

6 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Grand Traverse County Parks and Recreation Commission supports the conceptual plan of the Traverse City to Charlevoix Trail, as presented, and recommends that Grand Traverse County continue to play a supporting role in furthering trail development efforts. Yeas: Nays: Absent: Signature John Roth, President, Grand Traverse County Parks and Recreation Commission CERTIFICATION I, Pete Albers, Secretary of the of the Grand Traverse County Parks and Recreation Commission, County of Grand Traverse, State of Michigan, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of the Resolution adopted by the Grand Traverse County Parks and Recreation Commission during the Regular Meeting of the Grand Traverse County Parks and Recreation on the 10th day of November Signature Pete Albers, Secretary, Grand Traverse County Parks and Recreation Commission 6

7 We will enhance community and quality of life through people, parks, and programs. Grand Traverse County Parks and Recreation Commission MINUTES Thursday, October 20, 2016 Governmental Center, Second-floor Chambers 400 Boardman Avenue, Traverse City, Michigan :30 p.m. Meeting A. Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m. B. Roll Call Commissioners Present: David Grams*, Rodetta Harrand, Thomas Kachadurian, Alisa Kroupa*, Jeri LeRoi, Andy Marek, Kevin McElyea, John Roth Commissioners Excused: Pete Albers, Christine Maxbauer *Left meeting early. Others Present: Kristine Erickson, Director, and Ryan Walsh, Office Manager, Grand Traverse County Parks and Recreation; Tom Vitale, Parkland Steward, Steve Largent, Conservation Team Coordinator, and Marsha Barber-Clark, Executive Director, Grand Traverse Conservation District; Matt Cowall, Kathy Sheard, Bridget Thuente, James Watts, and Jim Sterk, Friends of Easling Pool; Mike Sutherland, The River; Jeff Bensley, Paddle TC C. First Public Comment There was no public comment. D. Approval of/additions to Agenda MOTION by Kachadurian, second by Harrand, to approve the agenda with the addition of Native American Marker Tree Independent Contractor under New Business as Item 7, and The YMCA Contract under Special Orders of Business/Presentations, as Item 1. Motion Carried. E. Special Orders of Business/Presentations 1. YMCA Contact Director spoke regarding Parks and Recreation-Grand Traverse Bay YMCA agreement, and the authority of the Parks Board to enter into such agreements. MOTION by Kachadurian, second by LeRoi, to recommend that the Parks and Recreation Commission approve entering into a two-year agreement with the Grand Traverse Bay YMCA for management and operations of the pool and fitness area at the Civic Center, and authorize the 7

8 Parks and Recreation President to effectuate the necessary documents, provided that funds are appropriated in the County s Fiscal Year 2017 and 2018 budgets. Roll Call Vote Yeas: Grams, Harrand, Kachadurian, Kroupa, LeRoi, Marek, McElyea, Roth (8) Nays: (0) Absent: Albers, Maxbauer (2) Motion Passed, 8 to Update on the River at Medalie Park Owner of River Outfitters, Mike Sutherland, reported on his rental operation at Medalie Park during the summer 2017 season. He requested that commissioners consider entering into a five-year agreement to continue operations out of Medalie Park. MOTION by Harrand, second by LeRoi, to defer the River s request to the Business Development Team, and to add the item to the team s next meeting agenda. Motion carried. F. Action on Consent Calendar Receive and File 1. Draft Minutes from September 15, 2016 Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting 2. Approved Minutes from August 17, 2016 Business Development Team Meeting 3. Grand Traverse Conservation District Monthly Report 4. Parks and Recreation/Senior Center Network Budget Report 5. Consumers Energy Tree Cutting and Herbicide Application, Bunker Hill Property Easement 6. American Legion Baseball 2016 Season Evaluation Results 7. Parks and Recreation User Agreement Policy 8. mparks Article: Crystal Bindi and Gilbert Lodge Lower Level Improvements MOTION by McElyea, Second by Marek, to receive and file the Consent Calendar with the exception of items 5 and 6. Motion carried. G. Items Removed from Consent Calendar 1. Item 5. Consumers Energy Tree Cutting and Herbicide Application, Bunker Hill Property Easement Commissioner Roth had questions related to trimming, and asked Director to visit property to assess results. MOTION by Roth, second by Marek, to receive and file Item 5. Motion carried. 2. Item 6. American Legion Baseball 2016 Season Evaluation Results Commissioner Kachadurian stated that the American Legion can do better next year gathering customer Input on its baseball programming. MOTION by Kachadurian, second by Harrand, to receive and file Item 6. Motion carried. H. Department Report Senior Center Network Manager reported on the following: 78 new members joined 1,906 seniors participated in 7,342 units of service special events planned for veterans in November September is month of fall travel 8

9 education partnerships regular programming upcoming events Director reported on: Great Outdoors advertising Civic Center playground construction delayed until spring Native American Tree dedication ceremony at the Civic Center Power Island DNR deer management permits still available Twin Lakes Park promoted during October wedding expo at Grand Traverse Resort I. Old Business There was no old business. J. New Business 1. Norte Proposal and Draft Agreement for Use of Space at Civic Center MOTION by Kachadurian, second by Marek, to direct Director to enter into agreement with Norte. Roll Call Vote Yeas: Harrand, Kachadurian, LeRoi, Marek, McElyea, Roth (6) Nays: (0) Absent: Albers, Grams, Kroupa, Maxbauer (4) Motion Passed, 6 to Amor Comida Catering Proposal and Draft Agreement for Use of Space at Twin Lakes Park MOTION by LeRoi, second by Harrand, to authorize Director to work civil counsel to develop a Stewardship Group Agreement to be executed by Director for use of commercial kitchen in Gilbert Lodge at Twin Lakes Park by chefs for catering. Motion carried. 3. Grand Traverse Conservation District Agreement Renewal MOTION by Marek, second by LeRoi, to renew the three-year contract with the Grand Traverse County Conservation District, as presented. Motion carried. Grand Traverse Conservation District staff made a presentation about the work the District does for the County at the Natural Education Reserve. 4. 2% Grant Requests Director discussed potential Parks projects that may qualify for Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians two-percent grants. 5. ADA Compliance and County Parks Director presented an from a county resident asking to make county parks more accessible. 6. Park Rules Revision MOTION by Marek, second by McElyea, to adopt the amended Park Rules as presented in the agenda packet. Motion carried. 7. Independent Contractor for the Native American Marker Tree MOTION by Marek, second by LeRoi, to direct the director to hire a consultant for an amount not to exceed $200 for the Native American Marker Tree project. Motion carried. 9

10 K. Second Public Comment There was no public comment. L. Notices and Commissioner Comments The Parks and Recreation Commission meeting will be moved from November 17 to November 10, M. Adjournment Meeting was adjourned at 8:55 p.m. 10

11 We will enhance community and quality of life through people, parks, and programs. I. Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 5:00 p.m. Business Development Team: Business Planning for Civic Center Thursday, September 15, 2016, 5 p.m. Second Floor, Committee Room Governmental Center, 400 Boardman Avenue Traverse City, Michigan MINUTES II. III. IV. Roll Call Commissioners Present: Alisa Kroupa, Rodetta Harrand, Pete Albers Commissioners Excused: Kevin McElyea, Jeri LeRoi Others Present: Kristine Erickson, Director; Marilyn Zielinski, Secretary; Grand Traverse County Parks and Recreation; Dzidra Minka, Pizza Wagon Concession Public Comment There was no public comment Approval of Minutes, August 17, 2016 Business Development Team Meeting The August 17, 2016 Business Development Team Meeting Minutes were unanimously approved. V. Approval of/additions to Agenda The Agenda for the September 15, 2016 Business Development Team Meeting was unanimously approved. VI. Civic Center Concessions Update Dzidra Minka reported a successful 2016 Summer Season in the new building between the ball fields at the Civic Center. She would like to continue her business at the Civic Center. Director stated she met with Dzidra and discussed the improvements to the concession stand inside the Civic Center, an expanded menu, a kitchen upgrade, improved appearance and more advertising and marketing. She recommends continuing the contract with the Pizza Wagon and partner with them to improve the inside concession stand. BDT members stated we have a good partnership with the Pizza Wagon and agreed with Director s recommendation. If the relationship continues with the Pizza Wagon, they will have to be flexible and work with vendors using the Arena and Civic Center Park to offer unique foods, a limited menu, or have the option to close the concession for a particular event. The Business Development Team agreed to recommend to the Parks and Recreation Commission to continue the collaborative relationship with the Pizza Wagon for the inside and outside concession stands. 11

12 VII. Civic Center Proposed Business Plan (Discussion) Erickson asked the Business Development Team to consider what should be included in the Civic Center Business Plan. Ideas presented were to promote the Concession Stand, a dog park, partner with Norte on the Safe Route to School Program and its bike rental and repair program, the new playground, an adult playground, pavilion improvements, and pool funding for improved maintenance issues. VIII. Second Public Comment (Please refer to rules above.) There was no public comment. IX. Notices and Team Member Comments There were no notices or comments. X. Adjournment Meeting adjourned at 6:25 p.m. 12

13 We will enhance community and quality of life through people, parks and programs. Grand Traverse County Parks and Recreation Commission MINUTES Thursday, October 13, 2016, 5 p.m. Governmental Center, Second Floor, Commission Chambers 400 Boardman Avenue, Traverse City, Michigan Special Meeting: Easling Pool Operations Agreement Update and Review A. Call to Order Meeting called to order at 5 p.m. B. Roll Call Commissioners Present: Pete Albers, David Grams, Rodetta Harrand, Thomas Kachadurian, Alisa Kroupa*, Jeri LeRoi, Kevin McElyea*, Christine Maxbauer, John Roth Commissioners Excused: Andy Marek *Arrived late. Others Present: Kristine Erickson, Director, and Ryan Walsh, Office Manager, Grand Traverse County Parks and Recreation; Jay Buckmaster, Chief Executive Officer/President, Grand Traverse Bay YMCA; Becky Beauchamp, Consultant, North Sky Nonprofit Network; Matt Cowall, Communications Director for the Land Information Access Association, and member of the Friends of Easling Pool C. First Public Comment There was no public comment. D. Additions to Agenda MOTION by Albers, second by Kachadurian, to approve the agenda, as presented. Motion carried. E. Easling Pool Operations Agreement and Review; Recommendation to County Board of Commissioners about Continuing Agreement Director discussed the memo regarding Easling Pool, and recommended that the Parks and Recreation Commission make a recommendation to the County Board of Commissioners to approve continuing an agreement with the Grand Traverse Bay YMCA to manage operations at Easling Pool. MOTION by Kachadurian, second by McElyea, to recommend that the County Board of Commissioners approve entering into a two-year agreement with the Grand Traverse Bay YMCA for management and operations of the pool and fitness area at the Civic Center, and authorize Board Chair or County 13

14 Administrator to effectuate the necessary documents, provided that funds are appropriated in the County s Fiscal Year budgets. Matt Cowall, Communications Director for the Land Information Access Association, and a member of the Friends of Easling Pool, spoke regarding the request of having the County Board of Commissioners approve entering into an agreement with the Grand Traverse Bay YMCA for a three year period of time, rather than the recommended two years. Roll Call Vote Yeas: Albers, Grams, Harrand, Kachadurian, Kroupa, LeRoi, McElyea, Maxbauer, Roth (9) Nays: (0) Absent: Andy Marek (1) Motion passed, 9 to 0 F. Presentation of Easling Pool Funding and Transition Plan and Pool Financing Study and Report, Resulting from Rotary Charities Planning Grant for Easling Pool Director summarized the fundraising plan and pool study for commissioners. G. Second Public Comment There was no public comment. H. Notices and Commissioner Comments Director reported that on Tuesday, October 25 at 11 a.m., the Native American Marker Tree at the Civic Center will be dedicated in honor of the Grand Traverse Tribe of Ottawa and Chippewa for all the band has done for the community. I. Adjournment Meeting was adjourned at 6:05 p.m. 14

15 We will enhance community and quality of life through people, parks and programs. Grand Traverse County Parks and Recreation Commission Civic Center Grounds Fees Ad Hoc Committee Tuesday, November 3, 2015, 4 to 5:30 p.m. Gilbert Lodge, Twin Lakes Park 6800 N. Long Lake Road Traverse City, Michigan MINUTES A. Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 4:31 p.m. B. Roll Call Commissioners Present: Pete Albers, Rodetta Harrand, Alisa Kroupa, Christine Maxbauer, John Roth Others Present: Bob Johnson, County Commissioner; Jeri LeRoi, Parks and Recreation Commissioner; Kristine Erickson, Director, Ryan Walsh, Office Manager, Marilyn Zielinski, Secretary, Grand Traverse County Parks and Recreation; Neil Horning, American Legion Baseball C. First Public Comment There was no public comment. D. Updates: Power Island Ferry Service; American Legion Baseball Season The Director proposed an evaluation of the current fees for Power Island. The committee discussed changing the fees for 2016 and concluded to keep the fees for the shuttle service and provide an additional service, in which residents can request flexibility around the set shuttle service schedule for a fee of $100 an hour, with a minimum 2 hour charge. It was also decided to raise the fees of the campsites to $25 per site/night for County residents, Sunday through Thursday and $35 site/night for Friday and Saturday. Out of County residents will pay $45 per site/night for each day of the week. The Director proposed evaluating the fees associated with the American Legion Baseball agreement. Neil Horning stated that the American Legion may be interested in having facilities management stripe the fields for the 2016 season. The Director will assess the fee calculations and reconvene with Neil before the start of the season. E. Review of Current Parks and Recreation Department Fees The committee discussed and concluded charging County Departments for the use of the meeting room. The fee will fall under the tier 1 fee structure. F. Second Public Comment There was no public comment. G. Notices and Commissioner Comments There was no notices or commissioner comments. H. Adjournment The meeting was adjourned at 5:27 p.m. 15

16 Grand Traverse County Parks and Recreation Rules Committee Thursday, April 3, 2014, 12 p.m. Civic Center Meeting Room MINUTES A. Call to Order Meeting was called to order at 12:04 p.m. B. Roll Call Members Present: Peter Doren, Rodetta Harrand, Christine Maxbauer Others Present: Alisa Kroupa, President, Parks and Recreation Commission; Kristine Erickson, Office Manager, and Jason Jones, Director, Parks and Recreation Department Absent and Excused: Dan Schrader C. Approvals 1. Rules Committee Minutes of September 12, 2013 MOTION by Maxbauer, second by Doren, to approve Rules Committee Minutes of September 12, Motion carried. D. Old Business There was no old business. E. New Business 1. Swimming Rules at Twin Lakes Park Related to enforcing the Twin Lakes Beach rule, swim in designated areas only, members discussed making Park Rules and Twin Lakes Beach Rules civil infractions, as necessary. MOTION by Doren, second by Harrand, to change Rule 15 of the Grand Traverse County Parks and Recreation Park Rules to an enforceable civil infraction, after Director verifies with County Prosecuting Attorney s office whether Grand Traverse County, or whether the governing body where the rule is being enforced, would deputize individuals to enforce the rule. F. Public Comment There was no public comment. G. Adjournment Meeting adjourned at 12:30 p.m. 16

17 11/2/2016 Fund 208 Revenue Expenditures Dept % of Initial Adjusted This Budget % of Budget Dept % of Initial Adjusted This Current Budget % of Budget Department Budget Budget Budget Month YTD Balance Received Budget Budget Budget Month YTD Encumbrance Balance Expended 751 P&R Commission 58.4% 290, , , , % 14.1% 71,579 71,854-38, , % 752 Civic Center 7.1% 36,000 36, , (126,821.18) 452.3% 31.0% 151, , , (26,872.69) 117.0% 756 Pool 4.4% 17,554 22,554-8, , % 11.4% 52,500 57,780-56, % 757 Power Island 2.2% 8,200 11,200-16, (4,835.13) 143.2% 7.6% 35,828 38,828-38, % 758 NER 0.0% % 10.0% 51,041 51,041-50, % 759 Twin Lakes 13.8% 70,000 70,000-51, , % 21.2% 107, ,885-48, , , % 761 Howe Arena 14.0% 71,500 71,500-50, , % 4.5% 22,831 22,831-14, , % 762 Medalie Park 0.1% , (1,858.00) 471.6% 0.1% % 764 Meyer House 0.0% - 0-4, (4,000.00) #DIV/0! 0.1% % Total 100% 494, , , (4,467.39) 100% 494, , , , , Fund 298 Revenue Expenditures Dept % of Initial Adjusted This Budget % of Budget Dept % of Initial Adjusted This Current Budget % of Budget Department Budget Budget Budget Month YTD Balance Received Budget Budget Budget Month YTD Encumbrance Balance Expended 728 Senior Center 100.0% 637, , , , % 100.0% 637, , , , , % Total 100% 637, , , , % 637, , , , ,

18 Nature Center Visitation Monthly Parkland Responsibilities Nature Center Visitation this Month October 2015 Coordinated trail steward activities, performed routine Program Participants this month 443 maintenance on all trails, and performed trailhead maintenance tasks where appropriate. Program Participants 337 October 2015 Drop ins this month 269 Drop in October Nature Center Visitation this year 7,301 Nature Center Visitation since ,053 Activity Detail Conservation District Pillar Location of activity Property Owner Staff Lead Four Knee- High naturalist programs completed and added three participants bringing the total to 9 participants this season 4 Peepers programming with 51 peepers and their adults served Education Education Boardman River Nature Center Boardman River Nature Center Grand Traverse County Grand Traverse County Birthday party completed on Saturday serving twelve Boardman River Nature Education participants Center Grand Traverse County VT Two Saturdays open with over 100 patrons visiting the Boardman River Nature Education center and actively engaging in activities Center Grand Traverse County TC Attended the FuseNorth Nonprofit expo and interacted with Education around 120 visitors to the booth Community Event/Festival N/A TC Boardman River Nature Visited and updated a donor on the activities around the Education Center Nature center which resulted in a $2,500 matching gift N/A TC Met with Joe from Nature Change network to discuss Boardman River Nature featuring our Education activities. Filming "B role" footage Education Center Recorded during Knee High program N/A TC/MBC Met with Grass River Natural Area organization to discuss Boardman River Nature Education possiple partnerships going forward Center N/A TC Continued to assist growers as they work towards verification Agriculture On Farm Private Property JA/LR Provided MAEAP updates for Antrim, Benzie, and Leelanau Conservation Districts Board of Directors Agriculture Other N/A JA/LR Conducted 3 on farm risk assessments Agriculture On Farm Private Property JA/LR Conducted 2 new MAEAP verifications Agriculture On Farm Private Property JA/LR Attended new MAEAP database training in Gaylord on October 4. Agriculture Other N/A JA/LR TC TC 18

19 Began reporting on newly launched MAEAP database Agriculture Other N/A JA/LR Conducted MAEAP goal setting meeting on October 12, Boardman River Nature Agriculture reported goals to state level Center Grand Traverse County JA/LR Attended TBA-ISD Career Tech Center Advisory Committee Breakfast on October 21 Agriculture Other N/A LR Attended GT Regional Land Conservancy Pasture Walk at Misty Acres Agriculture On Farm Private Property JA/LR Attended Michigan Association of Conservation Districts annual conference on October 25 & 26 Agriculture Other N/A JA/LR Attended the Watershed Center Grand Traverse Bay's Freshwater Summit on October 29 Agriculture Other N/A LR 10/3 - Attended &updatedat Crystal Lake Watershed Stewardship (Boardman River and Nonparklands ISN) Counties Leelanau/Benzie/Manistee meeting; 3 passive contacts N/A EC 10/6 - PresentedHabitat Matters at Crystal Lake Walkabout; 160 students 10/6 - Met with Dan Sal, manager of Cherry Capital Airport, regarding PH treatment 10/11 Attended CISMA conference call w/ DNR 10/12- RIPPLE outreach meeting; 2 contacts 10/13- Attended & represented ISN at Fuse North nonprofit expo, 10 contacts 10/14 - PresentedHabitat Matters at MNLA Pesticide Clinic; 18 attendees Stewardship (Boardman River and Nonparklands ISN) Stewardship (Boardman River and Nonparklands ISN) Stewardship (Boardman River and Nonparklands ISN) Stewardship (Boardman River and Nonparklands ISN) Stewardship (Boardman River and Nonparklands ISN) Stewardship (Boardman River and Nonparklands ISN) Leelanau/Benzie/Manistee Counties Leelanau/Benzie/Manistee Counties Leelanau/Benzie/Manistee Counties Leelanau/Benzie/Manistee Counties Leelanau/Benzie/Manistee Counties Leelanau/Benzie/Manistee Counties N/A Private Property N/A N/A N/A N/A EC FR KEG KEG/EC/MO MO KEG 10/16-10/19 - Attended Upper Midwest Invasive Species Conference (UMISC), including holding a table (~50 active, >300 passive contacts) and presentation (~30 active) 10/21 - PresentedHabitat Matters Kalkaska Middle School at BRNC (125 active contacts) 10/25 - Presented on GBB at the MACD annual meeting (Bellaire); 20 active contacts 10/28 - "Attended" USFS CWMA webinar Stewardship (Boardman River and Nonparklands ISN) Stewardship (Boardman River and Nonparklands ISN) Stewardship (Boardman River and Nonparklands ISN) Stewardship (Boardman River and Nonparklands ISN) Other N/A KEG/FR/EC Leelanau/Benzie/Manistee Counties N/A EC/MO Other N/A EC/MO Leelanau/Benzie/Manistee Counties N/A KEG 19

20 10/28 - Held booth at TWC's Freshwater Summit; 10 active contacts, 30 passive contacts Completed EOY reporting for MISGP2, GLRI, and USFS grants Got a one-month extension for MISGP1 grant Created display board for UMISC & future use Worked with an Eagle Scout to develop Sabin Pond boardwalk repair plans (design, logistics, and fundraising opportunities) Several fencing repairs at Boardman and Beaver Pond trailheads Removed several fallen trees from trail system Removed old dock structure from mouth of Boardman Pond Assisted in maintenance of the green roof tool shed and on the grounds at the Boardman River Nature Center Coordinated and led a volunteer work event for Grand Traverse Academy's 'Pay It Forward' to assit in seasonal maintenance along trails of the NER Collaborated with TART for a volunteer work event to extend the Boardman River Trail southward to the Meadows Pavilion from the Boardman River Nature Center Provided minor repairs to boardwalk along the Sabin Loop Trail on the NER Performed site visits at abandoned well sites for DNR Wildlife grant Received and reviewed AmeriCorps applications for 2017 term Stewardship (Boardman River and Nonparklands ISN) Stewardship (Boardman River and Nonparklands ISN) Stewardship (Boardman River and Nonparklands ISN) Stewardship (Boardman River and Nonparklands ISN) Parklands (including Parklands-based ISN) Parklands (including Parklands-based ISN) Parklands (including Parklands-based ISN) Parklands (including Parklands-based ISN) Parklands (including Parklands-based ISN) Parklands (including Parklands-based ISN) Parklands (including Parklands-based ISN) Parklands (including Parklands-based ISN) Leelanau/Benzie/Manistee Counties N/A MO Other N/A KEG Other N/A KEG Other N/A EC Natural Education Reserve/Boardman Valley Nature Preserve Natural Education Reserve/Boardman Valley Nature Preserve Natural Education Reserve/Boardman Valley Nature Preserve Natural Education Reserve/Boardman Valley Nature Preserve Natural Education Reserve/Boardman Valley Nature Preserve Natural Education Reserve/Boardman Valley Nature Preserve Natural Education Reserve/Boardman Valley Nature Preserve Natural Education Reserve/Boardman Valley Nature Preserve Grand Traverse County Grand Traverse County Grand Traverse County Grand Traverse County Grand Traverse County Grand Traverse County Grand Traverse County Grand Traverse County Parklands (including Parklands-based ISN) Other N/A RR RR/TV RR RR/TV Parklands (including Parklands-based ISN) Other N/A RR/TV RR TV TV TV TV 20

21 Presented to the Kiwanis Club of Traverse City about GTCD All N/A N/A TV Attended Aquatic Restoration Conference at Hagerty Cleared downed trees in Boardman River blocking navigational passage for canoers/kayakers Continued field work to identify sites on Kids Creek for restoration next field season Stewardship (Boardman River and Nonparklands ISN) Stewardship (Boardman River and Nonparklands ISN) Stewardship (Boardman River and Nonparklands ISN) Other N/A RR/SL Boardman River and its tributaries Boardman River and its tributaries N/A N/A RR/SL SL Met with GTCD and Watershed Center staff in an attempt to identify potential match for an MDEQ Stormwater grant. Stewardship (Boardman River and Nonparklands ISN) Boardman River and its tributaries N/A SL/MC/TF Conducted repairs of a streambank erosion site that was completed last year but part didn't hold up during the high spring flows. Stewardship (Boardman River and Nonparklands ISN) Boardman River and its tributaries N/A SL Participated in and helped coordinate a floating tour of projects for the 2nd Annual Michigan Aquatic Restoration Conference within the new section at Brown Bridge. Stewardship (Boardman River and Nonparklands ISN) Boardman River and its tributaries N/A SL Attended the 2nd Annual Michigan Aquatic Habitat Restoration Conference held at the Hagerty Center. Stewardship (Boardman River and Nonparklands ISN) Community Partner Location N/A SL Contacted the Concrete Service and walked the grounds after a heavy rainstorm caused runoff into Kids Creek from the site. Efforts are being made to prepare a plan to assist the Concrete Service with necessary runoff repairs. Stewardship (Boardman River and Nonparklands ISN) Boardman River and its tributaries N/A SL Gave a presentation on the Boardman River Project to a group of students from NMC's Water Studies Institute - Intro to Freshwater Class. Education Boardman River Nature Center N/A SL Met with GT County staff and AMEC staff to discuss changes planned when Sabin dam is removed. Parklands (including Parklands-based ISN) Natural Education Reserve/Boardman Valley Nature Preserve Grand Traverse County SL Prepared for and gave a presentation to the GT County Parks & Rec Commission. Parklands (including Parklands-based ISN) Natural Education Reserve/Boardman Valley Nature Preserve Grand Traverse County SL/MC/TV Attended a Dedication Ceremony for the Native American Marker Tree at the Civic Center. Parklands (including Parklands-based ISN) Natural Education Reserve/Boardman Valley Nature Preserve Grand Traverse County SL 21

22 Hosted a GT Leadership at the Nature Center for the Conservation portion of their leadership trainging. Representatives from various organizations including GTCD, MDNR, and the Conservancy gave presentations. The class also took a walking tour of the new Cass Road bridge site and Boardman Dam. Prepared for and attended the 9th Annual Freshwater Summit at the Hagerty Center. GTCD had a booth and participated in the Lightening Round Talks as part of the event. Education Boardman River Nature Center N/A SL/MC/TC Education Other N/A SL/MC/LR/JA SL = Steve Largent, Conservation Team Coordinator/Boardman River Program Coordinator TV = Tom Vitale, Parkland Steward SS = Sam Shaughnessy, Administrative Assistant TF = Tricia Forgrave, Finance & HR Coordinator MC = Marsha Barber Clark, Executive Director KEG = Katie Grzesiak, ISN Coordinator RR = Reb Ratliff, Parkland Steward TC = Taryn Carew, Education Director KR = Kama Ross, District Forester (GT; Leelanau; Benzie) EC = Emily Cook, ISN Outreach Specialist LR = Laura Rigan, MAEAP Technician JA = Jessica Alpers, MAEAP Technician FR = Fields Ratliff, ISN Habitat Management Specialist MO = Miriam Owsley, ISN Outreach Assistant ISN Crew = ISN seasonal employees VT = Victoria Tatum, Nature Center Assistant 22

23 Grand Traverse County Parks and Recreation Commission Rules Amended October 20, 2016 The following rules are promulgated by the Grand Traverse County Parks and Recreation Commission by authority conferred on the Commission by Act 261 of the Public Acts of the State of Michigan of 1965, MCL , as amended, for the protection, regulation and control of its facilities and areas, and with the approval of the Grand Traverse County Board of Commissioners. Section 1. Definitions. a. Commission shall mean the Grand Traverse County Parks and Recreation Commission. b. County Park Property shall mean all lands, waters and property administered by or under the jurisdiction of the Grand Traverse County Parks and Recreation Commission. c. Director shall mean the Grand Traverse County Parks and Recreation Director. d. Person or persons shall mean individuals, firms, corporations, or any group or gathering of individuals. e. Camping means the overnight lodging or sleeping of a person or persons in a tent, trailercoach, vehicle camper, motor vehicle, or in any other conveyance erected, parked or placed on the premises. Section 2. Unlawful acts generally. On lands owned or under the control of the department, it is unlawful for a person or persons to do any of the following: 1. To enter, use, or occupy County Park Property for any purpose when they are posted against entry, use, or occupancy, as ordered by the commission. 2. To dispose of refuse, rubbish, trash, or garbage not resulting from the use of countyowned lands in receptacles provided on Commission property. 3. To ignite any fire except within fireplaces, receptacles or open spaces designated and approved for such purposes by the Director. 4. To place or burn garbage within a designated fireplace, receptacle or open space designated and approved for the building of fires by the Director, or bury refuse, rubbish, trash, or garbage, regardless of its origin. 23

24 5. To use tobacco or smoke at the Grand Traverse County Civic Center. As used in this rule, the word smoke means any of the following: (a) using a cigarette, e-cigarette, cigar, pipe or vapors-tanks-mods or related product that contains tobacco, nicotine or any other related product that is lighted, burning or heated; (b) lighting a cigarette, e-cigarette, cigar, pipe or vapors-tanks-mods or related product that contains tobacco, nicotine or any other related product; (c) exhaling smoke or vapor from burning or heating tobacco, nicotine, or any other related product that is contained in a cigarette, e-cigarette, cigar, pipe or vapors-tanksmods or related product. 6. To cause a noise disturbance, which is defined as sound created by human activity with or without the use of any device, which by reason of its volume, intensity, location, or time of day impairs the health, welfare, or peace of another person of normal human sensibilities. The following acts and activities are declared to be noise disturbances and are prohibited. This enumeration shall not be deemed exclusive. a. The playing of any radio, television, phonograph, other sound reproduction device, or musical instrument in such a manner or at such a volume as to be sufficiently audible to annoy or disturb the quiet, comfort, or repose of persons in the vicinity. b. The keeping of any animal or bird which, by causing frequent or long continued noise, shall disturb the comfort and repose of any person in the vicinity. c. The use of any motor vehicle, in such a manner as to create a disturbing noise, including, but not limited to, the screeching of tires and the discharge into the open air of exhaust from the engine without a sufficient muffler. d. Shouting or other raucous or boisterous behavior for an unreasonable length of time. e. The use of a loudspeaker, public address system without a permit issued by the Director. f. On the Meadows Trail at the VASA Trailhead Property, on lands owned and under the control of the department it is unlawful for a person or persons to do any of the following: 1. To operate an off-the-road motor-driven vehicle such as a minibike, motorcycle, dunemobile, snowmobile, converted snowmobile, 24

25 amphibious vehicle, or any other motorized device, except on designated roads, trails, or areas posted for such use without proper written permission. 7. To place or erect a fence or barrier, to construct or occupy improvements, or to enclose the lands or obstruct the passage of another person or persons in any way from entering, exiting or using County Park Property without permission of the Director. 8. To peddle or systematically solicit business of any nature; distribute or post any handbills or other advertising matter or post signs without permission from the Director. 9. To paint, mark, or otherwise apply any chemical or harmful substance on any tree, rock, or any other land, water, structure or property without the permission from the Director. 10. To park vehicles of any type in areas posted as no parking; or, where designated parking areas exist, to park vehicles of any type in an area other than the designated parking area. If a motor vehicle is found parked on County Park Property, then the license plate displayed on the motor vehicle shall constitute prima facie evidence that the person who parked it there is the owner of the vehicle. 11. To camp on County Park Property unless approved and designated for such purposes by the Director and with an approved permit issued by the Director. 12. To store or leave property on county lands for more than 24 hours without written permission of the Director. This subdivision does not apply to lawfully occupied, designated camping sites when camping with a permit authorized by the Director. 13. To ride or lead a horse, pack animal, or other riding animal, or any animal driven vehicle on any area, except on roads that are open to the use of motor vehicles, trails, bridle paths, and campgrounds designated for such use by the Director. 14. To possess a dog without a leash or on a leash greater than six-foot in length except upon County Park Property open to hunting. 15. To enter or remain on County Park Property between the hours of 11:00 pm and 6:00 am unless the property is open for events between these hours. 16. To possess a bow and arrow, crossbow, trap or other instrument used for hunting or trapping of animals; or to hunt or trap on any County Park Property unless that property is open to hunting and/or trapping by Rule of the Commission. 17. To possess, consume, or offer for sale alcoholic beverages except in locations approved for such by the parks and recreation commission. 25

26 18. To refuse to comply with the above rules upon the demand of an authorized local enforcement officer; or to interfere with the officer s enforcement of the ordinance; or to retaliate against another who has made complaint of a violation of a park rule; or to interfere with an employee or agent of the Grand Traverse County Parks and Recreation Department while performing his or her official duties. Section 3. Enforcement Officers. The Grand Traverse County Sheriff and deputies are authorized as local enforcement officers of this ordinance. Section 4. Fines and Imprisonment. Any person violating any provision of the foregoing rules shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor and upon conviction thereof shall be fined not more than $100 and costs of prosecution, or imprisoned in the Grand Traverse County Jail for a period not exceeding 90 days or both, for each offense. Section 5. Compliance with Other Laws. Nothing in this ordinance impairs or precludes a separate cause of action provided by statute or common law for conduct prohibited herein. Section 6. Severability. The provisions of this ordinance are severable and if any part is declared void or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining parts shall remain in force. 26

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30 RESOLUTION # Easling Pool Refurbishment Project Fund WHEREAS, the Grand Traverse County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on, 2016, and reviewed a recommendation by the Grand Traverse County Parks and Recreation Commission to authorize creation of a trust and agency account to accept donations for the purpose of refurbishing Easling Pool at the Grand Traverse County Civic Center, and WHEREAS, funded by the Paul Easling Memorial Fund, Easling Pool opened in 1970 to serve county residents. Three years later, it reverted to county ownership because the Memorial Fund was depleted. For 46 years, the public pool has served the needs of county residents and beyond, teaching generations how to swim and be safe around water, and providing exercise and recreational opportunities, especially during nine months of the year when outdoor swimming is impossible, and WHEREAS, Easling Pool is an aging facility, and requires substantial improvements to preserve it as a community asset for future water safety education and recreational opportunities, and WHEREAS, in May 2016, Rotary Charities awarded a $5,000 grant to Parks and Recreation to develop a pool fundraising plan and conduct research to help put the pool on a sustainable physical and financial trajectory, and WHEREAS, a document containing the Easling Pool Funding and Transition Plan prepared by North Sky consultant Becky Beauchamp, and the Pool Financing Study and Report prepared by Matt Cowall, Communications Director, Land Information Access Association (LIAA), has resulted from the research and planning funded by the Rotary Charities grant, and WHEREAS, the document provides estimated costs for new air handling equipment; re-piping the pool s mechanical room; purchasing and installing new air handling equipment, ultraviolet sanitization system, filtration system, pool liner, decking, and lighting; materials and labor for painting the natatorium and locker rooms; ten percent contingency costs; capital campaign costs for a campaign director and for materials, mailings, and special events; with a recommended campaign goal of $625,000, and WHEREAS, during the next two to three years, the Friends of Easling Pool, a citizens group committed to preserving the pool as a community asset, will follow and execute the Easling Pool Funding and Transition Plan to raise funds to refurbish the pool so that it can continue to serve the community for years to come. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THIS BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS, THAT Grand Traverse County authorizes the creation of a Trust and Agency account to accept donations up to $625,000 for the purpose of refurbishing, as identified above, Easling Pool in the Civic Center Building at Civic Center Park, 1213 W. Civic Center Drive, Traverse City, Michigan APPROVED:,

31 MEMO TO: Kristine Erickson, Director, G.T. County Parks & Recreation FROM: Steve Largent, Conservation Team Coordinator SUBJECT: 2017 NER DRAFT BUDGET DATE: July 17, 2016 As you know, 2017 is when the removal of Boardman Dam is scheduled to take place as part of the largest dam removal effort in Michigan s history. Extra work is needed to ensure the public is kept as safe as possible and informed. Please budget $18,000 for the work described below. Signage to direct and inform the public is included in the contractor bid documents but we anticipate the need for additional signage outside their scope. We ll also need to replace fencing along the Lone Pine ADA trail where the public will be directed to designated viewing areas. The fencing was installed over 15 years ago and is in need of replacement in several locations. There is a need to have the watercraft (canoe/kayak) landing and parking area designed to provide safe sustainable access once Boardman Dam is gone. We anticipate a design cost of $5,000. The new section of river, like Brown Bridge, will prove to be extremely popular to paddle once the dam is gone. A complete design that includes cost estimates for implementation will help inform the 2018 budget. There are also general maintenance needs that have been neglected over the past few years due to budget issues. General trail and access maintenance consists of upkeep such as trimming, pruning, and mowing along trails as well as the replacement of dog waste bags and posting of adequate signage. On-going repairs to aging fencing, stairs, boardwalk, and overlooks are considered necessary for the safety of users. The Conservation District will continue to oversee and implement all aspects of the above mentioned work plan projects, including but not limited to, permits, material acquisition, coordination of labor, and staff support to the NER Advisory Committee as outlined in the Scope of Services in the three-year Resource Management Agreement between the Conservation District and Grand Traverse County. Lastly, the Resource Management Agreement between the Conservation District and Grand Traverse County expires on December 31, I will contact you in a couple weeks to discuss how to proceed with renewing the Agreement. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact me at x16. Cc: Tom Vitale, Parkland Steward Marsha Barber Clark, GTCD Executive Director 31

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36 Bear Seasons From page 11, Michigan Bear Hunting Digest Michigan Hunting Seasons According to Michigan Department of Natural Resources Big Game Hunting 36

37 Deer Seasons Early Antlerless Firearm September 16 through 17, 2017 Liberty Hunt September 16 through 17, 2017 Youth and Hunters with Disabilities Hunt Independence Hunt October 19 through 22, 2017 Hunters with Disabilities Hunt Archery October 1 through November 14 December 1 through January 1, 2016 Regular Firearm November 15 through 30, 2016 Muzzleloading Zone 1: December 2 through 11, 2016 Zone 2: December 2 through 11, 2016 Zone 3: December 2 through 18, 2016 Elk Seasons From page 11, Michigan Elk Hunting Digest 37

38 Small Game Hunting Coyote Season Year-round. See specific DNR Rules and Regulations, specifically Section in the the Wildlife Conservation Order document available on line. Crow Season August 1 through September 30 February 1 through March 31 Pheasant Season (Male Only) Zone 1 (Partial): October 10 through 31 Zones 2, 3: October 20 through November 14 Zone 3 (Partial): December 1 through January 1 Quail Season October 20 through November 14 Cottontail Rabbit and Snowshoe Hare Season September 15 through March 31 Ruffed Grouse Season September 15 through November 14 December 1 through January 1 Sharp-tailed Grouse Season October 10 through 31 Squirrel Season September 15 through March 1 Woodcock Season September 24 through November 7,

39 Other Seasons Opossum Porcupine Weasel Red Squirrel Skunk Ground Squirrel Woodchuck Feral Swine Feral Pigeons Starling House Sparrows All may be taken year-round with a valid Michigan hunting license. Waterfowl Seasons From Season Dates section, Waterfowl Hunting Digest 39

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41 2016 Limited-License Hunt Calendar Drawing results only posted on line. Applicants not notified by mail. Spring Wild Turkey Application Period: January 1 through February 1 Drawing Results Posted On Line: March 1 Leftover Licenses (On Sale at 10 a.m.) March 8: Applicants Only March 15: Over-the-counter Elk Application Period: May 1 through June 1 Drawing Results Posted On Line: June 29 Bear Application Period: May 1 through June 1 Drawing Results Posted On Line: June 29 Leftover Licenses (On Sale at 10 a.m.) July 6: Lifetime License Holders July 13: Applicants July 20: Over-the-counter Fall Wild Turkey Application Period: July 1 through August 1 Drawing Results Posted On Line: August 11 Leftover Licenses (On Sale at 10 a.m.) August 18: Applicants Only August 25: Over-the-counter Antlerless Deer Application Period: July 15 through August 15 (youth licenses available over-the-counter) Drawing Results Posted On Line: September 1 NOTE: Hunters may apply for one public land OR one private land license. If licenses remain after the drawing, they will be sold until the quota is met in each DMU, beginning September 8 at 10 a.m. Reserved Waterfowl Application Period: August 1 through August 28 Drawing Results Posted Online: September Pure Michigan Hunt Application Period: March 1 through December 31 Drawing Results Posted On Line: January 25, Pure Michigan Hunt Application Period: March 1 through December 31 Drawing Results Posted On Line: January 23,

42 Memorandum Grand Traverse County Planning and Development Fax To: From: County Commission Tom Menzel, County Administrator Jean Derenzy, Deputy Director Planning & Development Date: September 13, 2016 Subject: County Owned Properties --- Marketing for Possible Sale To assist with the identification of properties that are currently County owned but not needed to serve the goals, current mission or future vision of the County, I have worked with Prosecutor Chris Forsyth to complete an analysis of current properties. In addition to the goals, mission and vision of the County, additional analysis included: 1. Deed Restrictions on property. 2. Grant dollars used for property improvements and what are/were those restrictions. 3. Where purchase dollars were received from and if those dollars need to be returned to any restricted fund. 4. Current use of property. 5. Appraised value of property. The approach at this time is to look at only vacant property. Further analysis is needed for properties that hold County services but excess land, such as the LaFranier property. To move forward with just the vacant properties allows the County to complete further due diligence on occupied properties as well as allow the vacant properties to get on the tax rolls and/or move the vision of the County forward with the applicable taxing jurisdiction and/or non-profit. Two properties are being recommended to be marketed: 1. Whitewater Property ( ): This 161-acre parcel abuts State land. The property was originally purchased by the County for a landfill site. Appraisal was completed; identifying an opportunity to sell the property as a whole or splitting the property and selling in 40-acre splits. 2. Keystone/Brimley Road Property ( ): This 36 acre property was originally purchased for possible location of a materials recycling facility and a septage treatment facility which was an industrially zoned property. It was rezoned recreational a few years ago. To achieve the maximum value, it is recommended the property be rezoned for residential development. 42