Attachments: Project Overview and History Project Authorization Resolution No. 6-2010R Existing Conditions Map Project Concept Plan Typical Area Cross Section Project Area Perspective General PowerPoint Presentation and Script

Exhibit A

Village of Cross Plains

Work Plan and Schedule for Downtown Core Redevelopment Project

September 23, 2010

Ongoing Activity

Discrete Activity

2009

Project Stages/Tasks J F M A M J J A S O N D J F M A M J J A S O N D J F M A M J J A S O N D J F M A M J J A S O N D J F M A M J J A S O N D

Evaluation of Alternatives 4 & 5Information gathering and analysis

Public walkabout and input

Plan Commission and Village Board Review

� Selection of Preferred Alternative

Work Plan development

� Village Board authorization to proceed

Stage 1: Concept Advancement for Alternative 4

FundingSubmit WisDOT TE application

Short-term borrowing for Stage 1 expenses

Prepare and implement fundraising strategy

Property AcquisitionPrepare surveys and legal descriptions

Conduct appraisals

Conduct environmental assessments

Meet with property owners to explain appraisal and acquisition process

Share appraisal and assessment results with each property owner

Initial property owner discussions about price and terms

Concept Design EngineeringContinue partnership with WisDNR

Conduct existing drainage basin(s) analysis

Prepare survey of greenway area

Prepare Master Concept Plan for creek alignment & stormwater

Prepare revised cost estimates

Identify Best Management Practices (BMP's) for private property

Meet with property owners to review stormwater plans & BMP's

Conduct public open house for Master Concept Plan

Community OutreachArea property owners

Area business owners

Village residents

Black Earth Creek Environmental Groups

Area local governments

� Village Board Decision-MakingProceed with property acquisition

Proceed with preliminary engineering design

Proceed with funding strategyProceed with drafting stormwater standards

2013 20142010 2011 2012

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Ongoing Activity

Discrete Activity

2009

Project Stages/Tasks J F M A M J J A S O N D J F M A M J J A S O N D J F M A M J J A S O N D J F M A M J J A S O N D J F M A M J J A S O N D

2013 20142010 2011 2012

Stage 2: Preliminary Design/Engineering

Land AcquisitionClose on properties

Stormwater Best Management PracticesPrepare code amendments for area stormwater management

Meet with property owners to review stormwater standards

Design/EngineeringCreek Remeandering

Stormwater

Street

Streetscaping

Parking

Utility Relocation/Burying

Conduct public open house for prelim. design & stormwater standards

Agency OutreachOngoing informal discussions with WisDNR

Ongoing informal discussions with WisDOT

Ongoing informal discussions with Dane County

Ongoing informal discussions with US Army Corps

Ongoing informal discussions FEMA

FundingImplement fundraising strategy

Community OutreachArea property owners

Area business owners

Village residents

Black Earth Creek Environmental Groups

Area local governments

� Village Board Decision-MakingProceed with additional fundraising

Proceed with final design (for all or a portion of the project)

Proceed with permitting

Adopt stormwater management standards

Stage 3: PermittingWisDOT

WisDNR

Dane County

US Army Corp of EngineersFEMA

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Ongoing Activity

Discrete Activity

2009

Project Stages/Tasks J F M A M J J A S O N D J F M A M J J A S O N D J F M A M J J A S O N D J F M A M J J A S O N D J F M A M J J A S O N D

2013 20142010 2011 2012

Stage 4: Final Design/Construction Plans

Design/EngineeringCreek Remeandering

Stormwater

Street

Streetscaping

Parking

Utility Relocation/Burying

Conduct public open house for final design

FundingFundraising committee

Community OutreachArea property owners

Area business owners

Village residents

Black Earth Creek Environmental Groups

Area local governments

� Village Board Decision-MakingEvaluate funding strategy

Proceed with going to bid (for all or a portion of the project)

Stage 5: Bid and AwardAdvertise

Review and Rank Bids

� Award Bid for Project Construction

Stage 6: Construction

ConstructionMobilization

Construction

Inspection and Acceptance

As Built Drawings

FEMA approval of LOMAR

Community OutreachPublic meeting to discuss construction schedule

Area property owners

Area business owners

Village residents

Black Earth Creek Environmental Groups

Area local governmentsRibbon cutting

Public Involvement

Preliminary Design/Engineering

Final Design/Construction Plans

Bid and Award

Construction

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Downtown Core Redevelopment ProjectDowntown Core Redevelopment ProjectDowntown Core Redevelopment ProjectDowntown Core Redevelopment Project

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OverviewOverviewOverviewOverview

• Existing ConditionsExisting ConditionsExisting ConditionsExisting Conditions

• Project ComponentsProject ComponentsProject ComponentsProject Components

• Project History & Project History & Project History & Project History & Related ProjectsRelated ProjectsRelated ProjectsRelated Projects

• Project BenefitsProject BenefitsProject BenefitsProject Benefits

• How You Can Help How You Can Help How You Can Help How You Can Help

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Project LocationProject LocationProject LocationProject Location

Existing ConditionsExisting ConditionsExisting ConditionsExisting Conditions

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Aesthetic IssuesAesthetic IssuesAesthetic IssuesAesthetic Issues

Lagoon PondLagoon PondLagoon PondLagoon Pond

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Existing Creek RouteExisting Creek RouteExisting Creek RouteExisting Creek Route

Black Earth CreekBlack Earth CreekBlack Earth CreekBlack Earth Creek

• Class 1 Trout StreamClass 1 Trout StreamClass 1 Trout StreamClass 1 Trout Stream

• Former Dam/Mill Pond Former Dam/Mill Pond Former Dam/Mill Pond Former Dam/Mill Pond SiteSiteSiteSite

• Artificially Straightened Artificially Straightened Artificially Straightened Artificially Straightened in 1950sin 1950sin 1950sin 1950s

• Collaborative Collaborative Collaborative Collaborative monitoring effortsmonitoring effortsmonitoring effortsmonitoring efforts

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Project ComponentsProject ComponentsProject ComponentsProject Components

• Remeander CreekRemeander CreekRemeander CreekRemeander Creek

• Restore Natural VegetationRestore Natural VegetationRestore Natural VegetationRestore Natural Vegetation

• Stormwater Management Stormwater Management Stormwater Management Stormwater Management ImprovementsImprovementsImprovementsImprovements

• Public Walking Path & AmenitiesPublic Walking Path & AmenitiesPublic Walking Path & AmenitiesPublic Walking Path & Amenities

• Universal Accessibility & EducationUniversal Accessibility & EducationUniversal Accessibility & EducationUniversal Accessibility & Education

• Underground Electric LinesUnderground Electric LinesUnderground Electric LinesUnderground Electric Lines

• Lagoon Street ReconstructionLagoon Street ReconstructionLagoon Street ReconstructionLagoon Street Reconstruction

• Land AcquisitionLand AcquisitionLand AcquisitionLand Acquisition

PartnershipsPartnershipsPartnershipsPartnerships

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Concept PlanConcept PlanConcept PlanConcept Plan

Related Plans & ProjectsRelated Plans & ProjectsRelated Plans & ProjectsRelated Plans & Projects

• WisDOT US 14 WisDOT US 14 WisDOT US 14 WisDOT US 14 Corridor Study (2010)Corridor Study (2010)Corridor Study (2010)Corridor Study (2010)

• Main Street Water and Main Street Water and Main Street Water and Main Street Water and Sanitary Sewer Replacement Sanitary Sewer Replacement Sanitary Sewer Replacement Sanitary Sewer Replacement (2014)(2014)(2014)(2014)

• US 14/CTH KP Intersection US 14/CTH KP Intersection US 14/CTH KP Intersection US 14/CTH KP Intersection Reconstruction (2014) Reconstruction (2014) Reconstruction (2014) Reconstruction (2014)

• WisDOT US 14 Reconstruction WisDOT US 14 Reconstruction WisDOT US 14 Reconstruction WisDOT US 14 Reconstruction (2014)(2014)(2014)(2014)

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Project BenefitsProject BenefitsProject BenefitsProject Benefits

• Improve Creek Habitat and Improve Creek Habitat and Improve Creek Habitat and Improve Creek Habitat and Water Quality Water Quality Water Quality Water Quality

• Improve Visual and Physical Improve Visual and Physical Improve Visual and Physical Improve Visual and Physical Access to the CreekAccess to the CreekAccess to the CreekAccess to the Creek

• Create a Safe Pedestrian Create a Safe Pedestrian Create a Safe Pedestrian Create a Safe Pedestrian EnvironmentEnvironmentEnvironmentEnvironment

• Establish Permanent Public Access Establish Permanent Public Access Establish Permanent Public Access Establish Permanent Public Access to Creek & Businessesto Creek & Businessesto Creek & Businessesto Creek & Businesses

• Foster Private Investment & Foster Private Investment & Foster Private Investment & Foster Private Investment & RedevelopmentRedevelopmentRedevelopmentRedevelopment

• Maximize Existing Developed Maximize Existing Developed Maximize Existing Developed Maximize Existing Developed Area and InfrastructureArea and InfrastructureArea and InfrastructureArea and Infrastructure

Project ChronologyProject ChronologyProject ChronologyProject Chronology

• Comprehensive Plan (1980s)Comprehensive Plan (1980s)Comprehensive Plan (1980s)Comprehensive Plan (1980s)

• Strategic Plan (2007)Strategic Plan (2007)Strategic Plan (2007)Strategic Plan (2007)

• Downtown Revitalization Plan Downtown Revitalization Plan Downtown Revitalization Plan Downtown Revitalization Plan (2008)(2008)(2008)(2008)

• Tax Increment Finance District Tax Increment Finance District Tax Increment Finance District Tax Increment Finance District (2008)(2008)(2008)(2008)

• New Comprehensive Plan New Comprehensive Plan New Comprehensive Plan New Comprehensive Plan (2008)(2008)(2008)(2008)

• Concept Alternatives (2008)Concept Alternatives (2008)Concept Alternatives (2008)Concept Alternatives (2008)

• Preferred Alternative (2010) Preferred Alternative (2010) Preferred Alternative (2010) Preferred Alternative (2010)

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June 2010 WalkaboutJune 2010 WalkaboutJune 2010 WalkaboutJune 2010 Walkabout

Next Steps Next Steps Next Steps Next Steps

• June 15:June 15:June 15:June 15: Walkabout Walkabout Walkabout Walkabout

• July:July:July:July: Completion of Completion of Completion of Completion of Stage 1Stage 1Stage 1Stage 1

• July:July:July:July: Village Board Village Board Village Board Village Board Decision to Move Decision to Move Decision to Move Decision to Move ForwardForwardForwardForward

• 2011201120112011----2012:2012:2012:2012: Fundraising Fundraising Fundraising Fundraising and final designand final designand final designand final design

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Fundraising GoalFundraising GoalFundraising GoalFundraising Goal

$ 4,009,651 Total

$ 138,300 In Kind Donations

$ 1,824,000 Village Contribution

$ 1,220,321 Private Donations

$ 827,030 Public and Private Grants

How You Can HelpHow You Can HelpHow You Can HelpHow You Can Help

• Attend the Walk About Attend the Walk About Attend the Walk About Attend the Walk About on June 15on June 15on June 15on June 15

• Tell the Village Board Tell the Village Board Tell the Village Board Tell the Village Board you/your organization you/your organization you/your organization you/your organization supports this projectsupports this projectsupports this projectsupports this project

• Spread the word Spread the word Spread the word Spread the word (www.cross(www.cross(www.cross(www.cross----plains.wi.us)plains.wi.us)plains.wi.us)plains.wi.us)

• ContributeContributeContributeContribute

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Thank You!Thank You!Thank You!Thank You!

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Downtown Core Redevelopment Project Power Point Presentation Script Slide: Cover

� Thank you for having me here today to talk to you about this exciting project that will not only restore Black Earth Creek but change the way Downtown Cross Plains looks for the next 50 years.

� My name is _____________. I am on the Fundraising Committee and a _____________ (resident/business owner/etc.) in the Village.

Slide: Overview

� We’ll start by taking a closer look at existing conditions in the project area and then I will describe the components of the project.

� Next I will summarize the history and other related efforts in the Village as well as the variety of benefits that come with this project.

� Finally, I will let you know how you can help. Slide: Project Location

� The project area is located on the south side of Highway 14, which is Main Street in the Village, and extends for about 4 blocks.

Slide: Existing Conditions

� Cross Plains is a village of about 3,500 people in western Dane County about 20 minutes west of Madison.

� This area is home to a concentration of local downtown businesses. � Black Earth Creek is located immediately south of what is known as “Lagoon Street” and

runs through public parkland. � Today there are at least 5 pipes that discharge untreated stormwater directly into the Creek. � In addition, there is no curb on Lagoon Street so stormwater sheet flows into the Creek

from the adjacent parking lots since there is little separation from the Street and the Creek. Slide: Aesthetic Issues

� Besides the negative environmental conditions, the area suffers aesthetically, as well. There are several old vacant buildings and the street itself is an issue.

Slide: Lagoon Pond

� So, you may be asking yourself, how did we get here? � At one time, there was a dam and mill pond in this area. In the 1950s, the dam was removed

and the pond was drained. What remained was an artificially-straightened Creek channel. � This is a photo looking north taken in the early 20th century and the two story building on

the far left is where Kurt’s on Main is now. � As we now know, stream damming and straightening has significant negative consequences

on aquatic habitat. � Stream re-meandering, such as what is being proposed with this project, is a proven

approach to restore the habitat that trout and other aquatic species need to thrive. Slide: Existing Creek Route

� This is a photo of current artificially straight creek route looking east.

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Slide: Black Earth Creek

� Despite past abuses, Black Earth Creek is a Class I trout stream and one of the most popular and highest quality cold water trout streams in the United States.

� The Creek draws out of state anglers to its dense fish populations and picturesque surroundings.

� This segment in the Village is also an important upstream reproductive area for the entire Creek.

� Recent joint efforts by the Department of Natural Resources, Dane County, the Village, and the United States Geological Service have focused on detailed monitoring to ensure the Creek’s continued health.

� The proposed project will protect and enhance the Creek through the Village. Slide: Project Components

� The Downtown Core Redevelopment Project is a direct outgrowth of several years of planning and improvement initiatives undertaken by the Village to protect and enhance our greatest resource –Black Earth Creek – and to revitalize our downtown as the heart of the community.

� This multi-dimensional project includes: � Remeandering Black Earth Creek and restoring natural vegetation � Installing stormwater management improvements � Constructing a walking path and amenities � Incorporating universal accessibility and educational opportunities � Undergrounding electric lines � Reconstructing Lagoon Street � Acquiring land to accommodate all of the improvements

Slide: Partnerships

� The Village is working closely with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources on this project.

� Department experts in stormwater management, fisheries, and water quality have provided technical assistance related to the stormwater management techniques and the Creek remeandering.

� Of course, this assistance does not preclude the Department’s regulatory role in future phases of the project.

Slide: Concept Plan

� This graphic shows all the project components I just described including the new Creek route, new stormwater management areas, the new street alignment, new walking path, and opportunities for future redevelopment.

� The entire project is estimated to cost around $4,000,000. The Village sees this project as a significant long term investment and is exploring grants and private donations in addition to using Tax Increment Financing and general funds.

Slide: Related Plans & Projects

� The Village is planning to complete this project in 2013 in advance of three other related but separate projects happening in the Village in 2014.

� First, the Village is planning to replace sanitary sewer, water, and stormwater utility pipes on the south side of Main Street through the Village.

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� Second, DOT will be reconstructing the intersection of Main Street and County Highway P as well as resurfacing Main Street through the Village.

� Finally, the County will be replacing the bridge over Black Earth Creek on County Highway P as part of the DOT work.

� Completing this project before those other projects will minimize disturbance to the Creek, area businesses, visitors, and residents.

Slide: Project Benefits

� We are really excited about all the wonderful things this project will do for the Creek and the community.

� Most importantly, it will improve water quality and habitat. � It will also improve access to the Creek and open it up to people of all abilities. This is a

unique site – no where else in the Midwest is there a Class 1 trout stream in an urban setting close to parking and amenities. You can leave work at 5:00pm and be fishing by 5:30pm.

� The new street provides stormwater management opportunities, creates a safe pedestrian environment, and improves parking and access for area businesses.

� We believe this project will also lead to significant economic benefits including private redevelopment and reinvestment and increased tax base that will rejuvenate downtown.

Slide: Project Chronology

� This is not a new idea in the Village. Improvements to “Lagoon Street,” which was the name of the project until recently, has been discussed for decades.

� In 2008, the Village worked with its engineer to develop a series of 5 alternatives for the new street. These alternatives were narrowed down to “Alternative 4” and “Alternative 5” in 2009.

Slide: June 2010 Walkabout

� The Village then gathered information on the costs, benefits, funding opportunities, and challenges of undertaking the project in the first half of 2010 and held a public walkabout in June.

� Based on that information and input, the Village Board decided to move forward with Alternative 4 in August 2010, prioritizing remeandering Black Earth Creek and the stormwater management improvements components of the project, as well as renaming the project the Downtown Core Redevelopment Project.

� In fact, the Village Board authorized the Stage 1 Study consisting of work related to funding, property acquisition, creek alignment, stormwater management, and community outreach.

Slide: Next Steps

� We are at a critical point in the project – the end of Stage 1. Do we go forward? � To help answer that question, the Village is hosting another public walkabout on June 15

from 4:30 to 6:00pm at American Legion Hall to share information and gather input from residents and stakeholders.

� Participants will be able to learn about the project in-depth including potential costs, benefits, and environmental issues. They will also be able to talk to experts about the Creek and see the proposed new Creek route. It will be a fun interactive event.

� Following that, the Village Board will determine whether they want to continue onto the next stage of the project.

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� If they do, we will begin fundraising efforts and detailed engineering for the various components of the project.

Slide: Fundraising Goal

� This is a preliminary breakdown of funding sources. About half the cost may be carried by the Village.

� The importance of private fundraising cannot be understated. These are hard times for municipalities and the Village will need the financial help of people who value what this project means for Cross Plains and Black Earth Creek.

Slide: How You Can Help

� So, are you as excited as we are? There are many ways you can help. � First, please plan to attend the Walk About on June 15 and bring a friend! We want to get as

much input as possible. � Next, we would appreciate a letter of support from your organization. We understand that

you may have questions since all the details haven’t been hammered out, but we would appreciate knowing if this is a project that you think the Village should continue to pursue.

� I also encourage you to talk to your friends and neighbors about this project. I brought some brochures and you can go to www.cross-plains.wi.us for a link to the project website with more information.

� Finally, if the project moves forward, we would very much appreciate your financial support. Slide: Thank You!

� Again, thank you for allowing me to share this project with you today! � I would be happy to answer any questions you might have.