NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING OF THE ARIZONA …d2umhuunwbec1r.cloudfront.net/.../ASPB_Agenda_05-20-15.pdf2015/05/20 · state Off-Highway Vehicle Recreation Fund and the federal Recreational

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING OF THE ARIZONA STATE PARKS BOARD

Notice is hereby given to Members of the Arizona State Parks Board (Board) and the general public that there will be a General Parks Board meeting, to begin on Wednesday, May 20, 2015 at 10:30 AM pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.02 and A.R.S. § 41-511 et. seq. at the Arizona State Parks Offices located at 1300 West Washington Street, Phoenix, Arizona. The Board may elect to hold an Executive Session for any agendized item at any time during the meeting to discuss or consult with its legal counsel for legal advice on matters listed on this agenda pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.03(A)(3). Items on the Agenda may be discussed out of order, unless they have been specifically noted to be set for a time certain. Public comment will be taken. The Board will discuss and may take action on the following matters:

AGENDA

(Agenda items may be taken in any order unless set for a time certain)

A. CALL TO ORDER – Roll Call

B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE C. INTRODUCTIONS OF BOARD MEMBERS AND AGENCY STAFF – Board

Statement - “As Board members we are gathered today to be the stewards and voice of Arizona State Parks and its Mission Statement to manage and conserve Arizona’s natural, cultural and recreational resources for the benefit of the people, both in our parks and through our partners.”

D. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S REPORT – The Arizona State Parks Executive Director will give an update to the Arizona State Parks Board.

E. CALL TO THE PUBLIC – Those wishing to address the Board must register at the door and be recognized by the Chair. Presentation time may be limited to three minutes at the discretion of the Chair; the Chair may limit a presentation to one person per organization. The Board may direct staff to study or reschedule any matter for a future meeting.

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F. BOARD ACTION ITEMS 1. Approve Minutes of March 18, 2015 Arizona State Parks Board Meeting.

2. Consider Appointment of Sarah Kirk, Arizona State Parks Law Enforcement

Officer – Staff recommends the Arizona State Parks Board designate Sarah Kirk as an Arizona State Parks Law Enforcement Officer.

3. Discuss and Recommend Changes to the OHV/RTP Grant Criteria and Response Forms – Grant staff recommends the Arizona State Parks Board approve changes to the grant criteria based on the updated Arizona Trails 2015.

4. Consider Funding January 2015 Statewide OHV Program Motorized Grants – Staff recommends that the Arizona State Parks Board approve the seven Off-Highway Vehicle program motorized grant projects totaling $1,098,581 from the state Off-Highway Vehicle Recreation Fund and the federal Recreational Trails Program.

5. Consider Funding January 2015 Non-Motorized RTP Grants – Staff recommends

that the Arizona State Parks Board approve the use of $509,780 in funds from the federal Recreational Trails Program for the top eight highest scoring projects submitted. Additionally, staff recommends that the Board approve the next three highest scoring projects, should additional funding become available.

6. Consider Funding the 2015 RTP Trail Maintenance Program – Staff recommends funding the five trail maintenance projects for a total of $150,000.

7. Consider Approval pursuant to A.R.S. § 41-519.01 (C)(2) the Recommendation of the Arizona State Parks Board to Purchase 320 Acres of State Trust Land for the Yarnell Hill Memorial Board for the purpose of a memorial.

8. Consider Amending the Arizona State Parks FY 2016 Capital Improvement Plan - Staff recommends that the Arizona State Parks Board amend the FY 2016, Capital Improvement Plan as presented.

G. DISCUSSION ITEMS

1. Revenue Forecast by Major Fund and Park Visitation Update 2. State Parks Operations Status Update 3. Legislative Update 4. Cattail Cove Concession Area Status Update 5. Request for Proposal (RFP) Status Update

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H. TIME AND PLACE OF NEXT MEETING AND CALL FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS 1. The next Arizona State Parks Board Meeting will be held on Wednesday, July

15, 2015 at 10:00 AM. Location to be determined. Future Meeting Dates:

July 15, 2015 October 21, 2015 August 19, 2015 November 18, 2015 September 23, 2015

2. Board members may wish to discuss issues of interest to Arizona State Parks

and request staff to place specific items on future Board meeting agendas. I. ADJOURNMENT

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Pursuant to Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Arizona State Parks does not discriminate on the basis of a disability regarding admission to public meetings. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation, such as a sign language interpreter, by contacting the acting ADA Coordinator, Nicole Armstrong-Best, (602) 542-7152; or TTY (602) 542-4174. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.

Sue Black, Executive Director

5/19/15 2:27 PM

Arizona State Parks Board Action Report Agenda Item #: F-2

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Title: Consider Granting Peace Officer Authority Staff Lead: Jay Ream, Deputy Director Parks Date: May 20, 2015

Recommended Motion: I move the Arizona State Parks Board, pursuant to A.R.S. Title 41, Chapter 3, 41-511.09, confer upon Sarah Kirk the full authority and powers of a Peace Officer for the protection of the Parks and Monuments against damage and for the preservation of peace therein contingent upon her successful completion of training at the Southern Arizona Law Enforcement Training Center on May 21, 2015. Status to Date: Sarah Kirk, Ranger IV at Kartchner Caverns State Park, has been with Arizona State Parks since September of 2009. Ms. Kirk is currently exceeding the standards needed to graduate, and is scheduled to graduate from Southern Arizona Law Enforcement Training Center on May 21, 2015. Staff is confident that Ms. Kirk will satisfy all requirements pursuant to certification as established by the Arizona Peace Officers Standards and Training Board. Time Frame: Ms. Kirk will complete her training at the Southern Arizona Law Enforcement Training Center on May 21, 2015 Staff and Financial Resources: ASP staff will attend the Graduation Ceremony. Relation to Strategic Plan: To provide safe, meaningful and unique experiences for our visitors, volunteers and citizens.

Arizona State Parks Board Action Report

Agenda Item #: F-3

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Title: Discuss and Recommend Changes to the OHV/RTP Grant Criteria and Response Forms Staff Lead: Kent Ennis, Deputy Director Date: May 20, 2015

Recommended Motion: I move the Arizona State Parks Board approve the Grant Rating Criteria for the 2015 motorized and non-motorized Grant Program Criteria per the recommendations of the OHVAG, ASCOT, AORCC and staff. Background: Staff developed a project evaluation form that provided a quantitative analysis of Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) and Recreation Trails Program (RTP) grant projects based on the priorities for project selection identified in the OHV Statute A.R.S. §28-1176(H) and the Arizona Trails 2010: A Statewide Motorized and Non-Motorized Trails Plan. Off-Highway Vehicle Advisory Group (OHVAG) reviewed the form and also developed a bonus category that provided points for projects that included “on the ground” improvements and approved the form at their meeting on January 11, 2012. The form was used to determine the priority for funding projects submitted by the March 16, 2012 deadline. On June 12, 2012 Arizona State Parks (ASP) Board directed staff to develop a grant criteria and review system for the OHV/RTP Grant Program to be reviewed by Arizona Outdoor Recreation Coordinating Commission (AORCC) and OHVAG prior to the next grant cycle. This form continued to be used through the January 2015 grant cycle. Proposed changes in priorities from the updated Arizona Trails 2015: A Statewide Motorized and Non-Motorized Trails Plan, which was approved by the Board in February, 2015, are reflected in the attached proposed grant criteria (see Attachment A). Status to Date: At advisory committee meetings in April, Arizona Committee on Trails (ASCOT), AORCC and the Off-Highway Vehicle Advisory Group (OHVAG) discussed possible changes and recommendations for the OHV and RTP grant criteria and response forms based on the new priorities of the 2015 Trails Plan. All groups approved of the changes made to the motorized and non-motorized grant criteria unanimously and forwarded their recommendation to the ASP Board at their April meetings. ASP Board may suggest additions and/or changes to the form and how it could be used in the project selection process. The discussion may include recommendations on project application requirements and considerations for funding future projects, such as a maximum project award, proof of user community support, or other bonuses for projects that benefit the users. Staff and Financial Resources: Tasks fall within the normal process of administering grant projects.

Arizona State Parks Board Action Report

Agenda Item #: F-3

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Relation to Strategic Plan: Partnerships: To build lasting public and private partnerships to promote local economies, good neighbors, recreation, conservation, tourism and establish sustainable funding for the agency. Relevant Past Board Actions: At their June 12, 2012 meeting ASP Board directed staff to develop a grant criteria and review system for their review and approval prior to the next grant cycle. Also at the June 12, 2012 meeting ASP Board determined that OHV grant applications must be reviewed by OHVAG, AORCC, and staff and all recommendations will be presented to ASP Board for final action. At their February 18, 2015 meeting ASP Board approved the 2015 Trails Plan. Attachments: 2016 Grant Criteria and Response Form OHV Motorized – page 7 2016 Grant Criteria and Response Form RTP Non-Motorized – page 9

Item F-3 Attachment A

GRANT CRITERIA – STATE TRAILS PLAN PRIORITIES MOTORIZED TRAILS

On the response forms provided the project sponsor must provide a written description of the proposed scope items and explain how each scope item meets the intent of a specific priority. A scope item must be designed to meet the requirements of a specific priority. Therefore, scope items cannot be submitted for more than one priority.

NOTE: The raters will not award points under any criterion or bonus section if an appropriate response has not been submitted.

1. First Level Priority Components 12 POINTS

A. Protect Access to Trails/Acquire Land for Public Access. 12 POINTS

NOTE: A project must acquire title or permanent easement to qualify for points under this criterion.

B. Maintain and Renovate Existing Trails and Routes 12 POINTS

NOTE: To score points under this criterion a project must take an action to maintain and/or renovate existing trails. This can be accomplished by staff labor, contracted labor, or coordinated volunteer efforts. Time needed to coordinate and train volunteers to provide trail maintenance is an eligible project cost. Costs to educate the public about littering should be included in the Education criterion.

C. Provide and Install Trail/Route Signs 12 POINTS

NOTE: The cost for signs that identify routes or provide trail related information such as distances, directions, obstacles, etc. are eligible under this criterion. Time and materials needed to coordinate and train volunteers to monitor, install or replace signs are eligible project costs if volunteer time for sign installation or maintenance is included as part of this project.

Kiosks are a support facility and informational signage and/or maps may be installed on a kiosk


D. Establish and Designate Motorized Trails, Routes, and Areas 12 POINTS

NOTE: Costs for surveys to meet NEPA and cultural clearance requirements are eligible under this criterion. Surveys must be initiated with the intention to open new trails and routes. The costs of the surveys are reimbursable even if they indicate that the trails cannot be opened for substantiated reasons.

Agency or contracted time to review route data and surveys (route evaluation) is an eligible cost. Time spent by staff or volunteers “truthing” routes is eligible. Route evaluation must result in a map of approved routes that is published and available to the public as part of this proposed project. Costs for the design and production of maps must be identified under Level 2, Item C – Provide Maps & Trail Route Information.

2. Second Level Priority Components 8 POINTS

A. Develop Support Facilities 8 POINTS

NOTE: Wildlife viewing blinds and platforms and all support facilities must be developed as an amenity directly related to an OHV use facility or area. Eligible costs include picnic areas and campsites at trailhead. Support facilities should be accessible to all users and comply with ADA standards.

B. Provide Maps and Trails Information 8 POINTS

NOTE: Costs to design and produce maps are eligible under this criterion. This criterion also includes the cost to provide electronic route information to users.

C. Mitigate and Restore Damage to Areas Surrounding Trails, Routes, and Areas 8 POINTS

NOTE: A project must include components specifically designated to accomplish the suggested actions. Installing signage that promotes environmental protection must be done in addition to on-the-ground actions. Costs to educate the public about littering should be included in the Education criterion.


3. Third Level Priority Components 5 POINTS

A. Provide Educational Programs 5 POINTS

NOTE: The State Parks Statewide OHV Program Coordinator, in conjunction with the AZ Game & Fish Department will coordinate most of these actions through agency partners. OHV Ambassador units may identify specific events conducted away from OHV sites that provide educational materials to the public. Time and materials needed to coordinate and train volunteers to interact with the public and deliver educational messages is an eligible project cost.

In order to receive points for eligible scope item costs under this criterion, the project sponsor must describe an existing comprehensive program that includes most of the actions described below.

B. Completion of Environmental/Cultural Clearance and Compliance Activities 5 POINTS

Funding requests for compliance activities should include quickly achievable on the ground improvements such as installation of kiosks, signs, OHV staging areas, development of maps, completing small trail reroutes and building new connector trails. This fosters good relationships with the recreational public and assist trail users in staying on trails.

C. Increase On-The-Ground Management Presence and Law Enforcement

5 POINTS

NOTE: Projects that include any of the suggested actions under this criterion must demonstrate a plan to systematically improve behaviors in a specific area. Law enforcement time may not be billed at over-time rates. Time and materials needed to coordinate and train volunteers to interact with the public are eligible project costs if volunteer time interacting with the public is included as part of the scope of this project.


BONUS CATEGORIES 2 POINTS

A. Promote Comprehensive Planning and Interagency Coordination 2 POINTS

NOTE: Any project that identifies cooperation between more than one agency as key to the completion of a scope item will receive the five points available under this criterion. The project sponsor must identify what the other agency brings to the project to allow it to move forward.

B. Dust Abatement 2 POINTS

NOTE: The project sponsor must identify the action being taken and explain how it actually reduces dust emissions.

C– Local Need Per the Priorities Identified in the State Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP) or Local/Regional Plan. 2 POINTS

Project sponsors must identify a relevant established plan and explain and document: (a) what circumstances brought the project to the forefront and why this project is a priority; and (b) what public outreach efforts were taken (e.g. public hearings, surveys, ads in local media, etc.). Tell how the identified local need will be accomplish by the project.

NOTE: A copy of the relevant section of the plan must be provided with the pertinent information highlighted.

D - Community Support/Public Support 2 POINTS

Project sponsor must show how the public (motorized individuals or groups only) demonstrated support and affirmation for the project. Documentation specific to the proposed project is required. Support from government entities, political representatives, business/economic organizations, community groups and others not exclusively representing motorized users are considered. Inclusion of support from motorized users is still encouraged to demonstrate project need, but does not factor into the bonus point calculation.

E- First Time Project Sponsors/New Areas 2 POINTS

The entity or organization proposing the project has never received an OHV project grant from State Parks OR State Parks OHV grant funds have never been used for on-the-ground development in the proposed project area.


The project sponsor must demonstrate that the project fills gaps between supply and demand for this type of recreation: by community users; close to home opportunities; connectivity; trail networks; resolves user conflicts between recreation users, landowners and users, or competing land uses.

F- Matching Funds (15% or more of Total Project Cost) 2 POINTS

Match identified on the Certified Grant Application Form will equal or exceed 15% of the total project cost.

G - Expansion, Phase, or Connection to an Existing Successful OHV Grant Funded Project 2 POINTS

Project sponsor must explain how the proposed project expands or connects to an existing project funded with State Parks OHV grant funds.

H - Multiple Motorized Use (3 or more motorized uses) 2 POINTS

Project sponsor must explain how proposed project will benefit at least three different motorized user groups. Off-highway vehicles are motorized vehicles that include all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), utility terrain vehicles (UTVs, side by sides, recreational off-highway vehicles or ROVs), sandrails, dirt bikes, trial bikes (competitive), four-wheel drive vehicles, rock crawlers, snowmobiles, dune buggies, and other motorized vehicles when operated primarily off of highways on land, water, snow, ice or other natural terrain or on a combination of land, water, snow, ice or other natural terrain. User groups include individuals who use an OHV to access any type of outdoor activity.


PROJECT CRITERIA SCORING

Costs associated with scope items that accomplish these components must represent a significant portion (10% or more) of the total project cost to get full points for scope item. Costs less than 10% for a scope item will receive partial points based on the pro-rated percentage of the total project cost. For example, if a scope item worth 12 points had 5% of the total project cost, the sponsor would receive 6 points.

SECTION I. – Legally Mandated Considerations Motorized Priorities from 2015 State Trails Plan

POINTS First Level Priority Components:

1. Protect Access to Trails/Acquire Land for Public Access. 12 2. Maintain & Renovate Existing Trails and Routes 12 3. Provide and Install Trail/Route Signs 12 4. Establish & Designate Motorized Trails, Routes & Areas 12

Second Level Priority Components:

1. Develop Support Facilities 8 2. Provide Maps & Trail Route Information 8 3. Mitigate and Restore Damage to Surrounding Areas 8

Third Level Priority Components:

1. Provide Educational Programs 5 2. Complete Environmental/Cultural Compliance 5 3. Increase On-the-Ground Presence and Law Enforcement 5

SECTION I – POSSIBLE POINTS 87

SECTION II. - Bonus Considerations POINTS AVAILABLE

2 Points For Item


A. Promote Comprehensive Planning and Interagency Coordination B. Dust Abatement C. Local Need Per the Priorities Identified in the SCORP or Local/Regional

Plan. D. Community Support/Public Support E. First Time Sponsor F. Match of at least 15% of total project cost G. Expansion, Phase, or Connection to an Existing Successful OHV Grant

Funded Project H. Multiple motorized users allowed on trail

SECTION I – Possible Points 87

SECTION II – Possible Points 16

TOTAL POSSIBLE POINTS 103

Item F-3 Attachment B

GRANT CRITERIA – RESPONSE FORMS RTP Non-Motorized Projects

Recreational Trail Program (non-motorized portion) project grants are awarded to projects that best meet the needs identified in the “Arizona Trails 2015 State Motorized and Non-motorized Trails Plan”. This plan is updated every five years based on input from trail users and land managing agencies in Arizona. Projects are scored based on the non-motorized priorities identified in the 2015 Trails Plan. Available funds are awarded on the basis of (1) Meeting High Priority Needs and (2) Good Use of the Funds. To give a proposed project the best opportunity to score points, the project sponsor must understand what elements (scope of work) should be included in the project to satisfy specific priorities in the Trails Plan. An appropriate response specifically addresses the criterion or question being asked and includes the requested documentation. On the score sheet the project sponsor must provide a written description of the proposed scope items and explain how each scope item meets the intent of a specific criterion. A scope item must be designed to meet the requirements of a specific criterion. Therefore, scope items cannot be submitted for more than one criterion. NOTE: The raters will award the appropriate points under the correct criterion for a response that has been submitted under a criterion that does not apply. They will not award points under any criterion or bonus section if an appropriate response has not been submitted. REQUIRED – PLEASE PROVIDE A BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE PROJECT (COPY FROM APPLICATION FORM). Project Sponsor:

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1. First Level Priority Components 12 POINTS A. Renovation and Maintenance of Existing Trails and Support Facilities. 12 POINTS NOTE: NOTE: To score points under this criterion a project must take an action to maintain and/or renovate existing trails or its support facility. This can be accomplished by staff labor, contracted labor, or coordinated volunteer efforts. Time needed to coordinate and train volunteers to provide trail maintenance is an eligible project cost. Costs to educate the public about littering should be included in the Education criterion.

INSERT RESPONSE (An appropriate response specifically addresses the criterion

or question being asked and includes the requested documentation.) B. Protect Access to Trails / Acquire Land for Public Access. 12 POINTS NOTE: To score points under this category, a project must acquire title or permanent easement to qualify for points under this criterion. Access refers to the ability of the user to get to the trailhead or area where the recreational opportunities exist.


or question being asked and includes the requested documentation.)


C: Mitigate and restore damage to surrounding trails. 12 POINTS NOTE: Areas around trails become damaged for a host of reasons. To score points under this category, a project must include components specifically designated to rectify or reduce this damage along or on a trail. Installing signage that promotes environmental protection must be done in addition to on-the-ground actions. Costs of signage must be included under signage scope item.

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2. Second Level Priority Components 10 POINTS A. Provide Educational Programs and Trail Etiquette 10 POINTS

Note: Trail users who lack proper trail etiquette and environmental ethics can deter from other trail users’ recreation experience and negatively impact the environment. Littering, excessive speed, not staying on trails, vandalism and an inability of managers to enforce regulations leads to continued user conflicts and increasing environmental impacts. To score points in this category, a project must include methods to promote trail and environmental etiquette

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(An appropriate response specifically addresses the criterion or question being asked and includes the requested documentation.)

B. Enforce Existing Rules and Regulation 10 POINTS NOTE: Trail rules and regulations are often unknown or ignored by users. People not following existing rules and laws create conflicts with other users and adjacent landowners. RTP Guidance does not allow use of funds for “law enforcement”. You do not need to include a scope item or request funds to


receive points, however, you must describe an existing or proposed program that your agency has in place to defer inappropriate behavior on trails. If law enforcement officers participate in the program, you must provide statistics showing the number of successful prosecutions for cited offences.

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C. Provide and Install Trail Signage 10 POINTS NOTE: To score points a project can include the costs for signs that identify routes or provide trail related information such as distances, directions, obstacles, rules and regulations, etc. are eligible under this criterion. Time and materials needed to coordinate and train volunteers to monitor, install or replace signs is an eligible project cost. Regulatory signs are limited to safe trail use and environmental protection. Bilingual signage is encouraged for trail projects maps and signs.



D. Develop Support Facilities 10 POINTS NOTE: For RTP purposes support facilities include trailheads and access road, restrooms, kiosks, protective fencing, water for humans and/or stock, hitching rails, and bike racks are eligible. Camping and picnic sites are not eligible. Lighting for trailhead areas is eligible, but not for trails. (Urban trails that require lighting for safety purposes should apply for Transportation Alternative funding through the Arizona Department of Transportation.)

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E. Construct New Trails 10 POINTS NOTE: The proposed project must include construction of multiuse or specialized trail on a previously unused or unauthorized alignment. Trail realignment outside of fifteen feet of the existing corridor is considered a new trail. However, to score points in this category the estimated cost for the new trail construction must be at least 50% of the total cost for the new trail and any trail maintenance / renovations included in the proposed project.

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F. Provide Maps and Trail Information 10 POINTS NOTE: Reprinting trail or trail system maps is not eligible for RTP funding . Maps that are included with new trail construction projects that are part of a trail safety and environmental protection brochure are eligible. You must provide an example of the proposed layout with the application and the final draft must be reviewed and approved before printing.


BONUS POINTS 2 POINTS

Bonus – A. Project Includes Matching Funds Of At Least 10% 2 POINTS To receive points, a project must have all match must include documentation prior to submittal such as letters from volunteer groups, staff time and equipment and other matching funds be equal or greater than 10%. Bonus— B. Youth Corps Involvement with Trail work 2 POINTS Federal Legislation encourages the use of Youth Conservation Corps or Service Corps for their projects. To receive points, a portion of the trail work/maintenance must have a documented letter of support from that youth corps with an agreement that some or all of the proposed work will be done using a youth corps. Bonus—C. Includes ADA access/standards 2 POINTS To receive points, a project must include more than 50% of the project to reach ADA standards to include not only the trail, but also the signage and support facilities. Bonus—D. All required SHPO/NEPA documents are included. 2 POINTS Projects submitted should be shovel ready if approved. To receive bonus points, a project that has all of the required State Historic Preservation documentation and National Environmental Policy Act documentation complete. Bonus—E. First time applicant 2 POINTS Bonus—F. Diversity of Trail 2 POINTS Trail is open to more than one type of user group.




PROJECT SCORING CRITERIA SECTION I. - POINTS BASED ON PROJECT SCOPE NON-MOTORIZED PRIORITIES POINTS First Level Priority Components: AVAILABLE

A. Renovation and Maintenance of Existing Trails 12 B. Protect Access to Trails / Acquire Land for Public Access 12 C. Mitigate and Restore Damage to Areas Surrounding Trails 12

Second Level Priority Components:

A. Provide Educational Programs 10 B. Enforce Existing Rules and Regulations 10 C. Provide and Install Trail Signs 10 D. Develop Support Facilities 10 E. Construct New Trails 10 F. Provide Maps and Trail Information 10

TOTAL 96 Bonus Points: A. Matching funds at least 10% 2 B. Youth Corps Involvement 2 C. American with Disabilities Access/Standards 2 D. All SHPO/NEPA documentation included in application 2 E. First time applicant 2 F. Diversity of Trail Use 2 Total Bonus: 12 TOTAL POSSIBLE POINTS 108


Costs associated with scope items that accomplish these components must represent a significant portion (10%) of the total project cost to receive all points. Partial points will be awarded pro rated on cost of scope related to the total cost.


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Title: Approve the January 2015 Statewide Off-Highway Vehicle Program Motorized Grants Projects

Staff Lead: Kent Ennis, Deputy Director Date: May 20, 2015

Recommended Motion: I move to approve funding for seven Statewide OHV Program motorized grant projects requesting $ 1,098,581, consistent with the AORCC and OHVAG recommendations and that the remainder of the money be awarded to Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Arizona Strip project, consistent with Off-Highway Vehicle Advisory Group (OHVAG) recommendations. Staff may determine the portion of funding to be allocated for each project from the state Off-Highway Vehicle Recreation Fund and the federal Recreational Trails Program (RTP), and authorize the Executive Director, or her designee, to execute the appropriate agreement. Status to Date: On January 12, 2015 grant staff announced the availability of grant funds for motorized projects based on the January FY 2015 Statewide OHV Program Grant Manual. A grant workshop was hosted on January 27, 2015 to assist potential applicants to meet the due date by February 27, 2015. Potential applicants were required to discuss their project proposal with the Statewide OHV Program Coordinator and provide cost estimate sheets to the Grants Coordinator. Nine applications were received requesting a total of $1,203,185 in grant funds. For an overall summary of all grant projects submitted, see Attachment A. Approximately $451,915 is available from the OHV Recreation Fund and up to $659,780 from the motorized portion of the RTP to fund these projects. A schedule of grant cycles has been established that provides for two regularly scheduled grant cycles to occur each year. Limiting the amount of funding available in each cycle will insure that sufficient funds are available for high priority projects in all cycles. The next grant cycle will be announced in July 2015 with applications due by September 1, 2015. On March 23, 2015 a grant review team consisting of two ASP grant staff, the statewide OHV Program Coordinator and an Off-Highway Vehicle Advisory Group (OHVAG) member reviewed and scored the nine applications and project proposals. (Attachment B.) The Arizona Outdoor Recreation Coordinating Commission (AORCC) reviewed the staff recommendations at their April 16, 2015 meeting and concurred unanimously that the seven projects should be funded as requested.


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At their April 17, 2015 meeting OHVAG unanimously approved funding the seven projects for $1,098,581 with the following stipulations:

• The TRS Trail Coordinator Program project contact gives an update at OHVAG’s last meeting of 2015 to ensure that the first year of the program is going as intended.

• Remainder funds of $13,114 be awarded to BLM Arizona Strip project. NOTE: The OHV and RTP funding recommendation portions in Attachment B may be adjusted to meet RTP obligation authority limitations. Total grant amount will not change. Time Frame: Projects must meet SHPO/Section 106 and NEPA requirements. Grant staff will work with each grant recipient to get a project agreement signed as soon as possible. RTP project funding is available after July 1, 2015. Project sponsors who are approved for funding will be notified and the required cultural clearance documents must be provided within 30 days of that notification. Project sponsors who will be receiving federal RTP funding will also be notified that environmental documentation that meets NEPA requirements must be provided within 90 days. Meeting these deadlines will insure that a project agreement can be executed within six months (180 days) after State Parks Board funding approval. A project may be canceled if for any reason a project agreement cannot be executed within 180 days of funding approval. Staff and Financial Resources: Grants staff is responsible for soliciting grant projects and administering the awarded grants. The Statewide OHV Program Coordinator works closely with the OHVAG and OHV program partners to ensure the OHV Recreation Fund is used to fund high priority projects and meet the other goals of the program. Staff requests the ability to determine the portion of funds to be awarded for each project from the state OHV Recreation Fund and the federal RTP to fully expend the available funds. Relation to Strategic Plan: Partnerships Goal: To build lasting public and private partnerships to promote local economies, good neighbors, recreation, conservation, tourism and establish sustainable funding for the agency. Relevant Past Board Actions: On September 20, 2012 the ASP Board approved the evaluation tool and criteria to be used to evaluate motorized grant applications. This culminated a process wherein both the Off-Highway Vehicle Advisory Group (OHVAG) and AORCC provided input on the issues that were important in selecting projects to be funded.


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On February 18, 2015 ASP Board approved the 2015 Trails Plan, which identified priorities to be used in project scoring criteria in future cycles. Attachments: January 2015 Statewide OHV Motorized Grant Application Forms – Page 20-22 January 2015 to January 2015 OHV Grant Project Review Team Scoring – Page 23


January 2015 Statewide Off-Highway Vehicle Program Motorized Grants RECOMMENDED FUNDED PROJECTS: $1,098,581 Project Sponsor: Coconino National Forest—Red Rock Ranger District Project Title: Greater Sedona OHV Coordination Project Project Score: 75 Recommended Funding: $299,574 Project Description: This project will achieve a variety of goals including enhancement of OHV recreation safety, enforcement and resource protection in the greater Sedona area. A project coordinator available for two years will ensure that stakeholders are regularly informed, project scope items are achieved and OHV information is effectively integrated into ASP and other useful website venues. Project Sponsor: Coronado National Forest—Nogales RD Project Title: Tumacacori Red Springs Single-Track Trail Project Score: 67 Recommended Funding: $274,300 Project Description: This project will create along distance dedicated motorized single-track trail system in the Tumacacori Mountain, Red Springs area. Approximately 35 miles of trail will be established expressly designated for dirt bike riders. The project trail system will be engineered in such a fashion as to minimize environmental impact by the installation of twenty trail entrance barriers. Along with that, a covered Ramada and restroom facility would be constructed. Project Sponsor: Prescott National Forest – Bradshaw RD Project Title: Trailhead Construction and OHV Trail system maintenance and cultural clearances Project Score: 47 Project Funding: $105,916 Project Description: This project includes construction of a new multiuse trailhead, brushing of 19 miles of OHV trails, assessment of these trails for future work priorities and finally cultural clearance of the trails to facilitate future work through AZ State Parks grants. The proposed trailhead would include a fenced parking area, kiosk and map, road gate, trail gate, and a cattle guard. Project Sponsor: Prescott National Forest – Verde RD Project Title: Verde Valley OHV Trail Improvements Project Score: 44 Project Funding: $143,631 Project Description: This project will reroute and maintain three OHV trails (Aultman Trail, Camp Verde Trail, Crucifixion Trail) in the Verde Valley. This will include 18.5 miles of regular maintenance and approximately two miles of reroutes. The project also proposes to rehabilitate an unauthorized hill climb just outside the boundary of the Hayfield Draw OHV area.


Project Sponsor: AZ Game & Fish Dept Project Title: OHV Safety Education Program Development Project Score: 38 Project Funding: $18,025 Project Description: This project will develop an operator safety course for youth to adult users that includes hand-on maneuvers. The course curriculum will be designed to train riders in safe, ethical, and responsible riding techniques for side-by-side/utility task vehicles (UTVs), and all-terrain vehicles (ATVs). Project Sponsor: Trail Riders of Southern Arizona Project Title: Trail Coordinator Project Project Score: 35 Project Funding: $194,040 Project Description: This project will provide equipment and funding to purchase related supplies and services to hire a trail coordinator. This coordinator will assist with completing tasks assigned by Arizona State Parks OHV program coordinator. Project Sponsor: Bureau of Land Management--Kingman Field Office Project Title: KFO Emergency Stabilization and kiosk replacement Project Score: 30 Project Funding: $63,095 Project Description: BLM proposes to establish trailhead facilities on 7 technical OHV trails, replace wooden bulletin boards with metal kiosks, and maintain 30 miles of existing routes. INSUFFICIENT GRANT MONEY AVAILABLE TO FULLY FUND PROJECTS BELOW: Project Sponsor: Arizona Game and Fish Department Project Title: OHV LE Equipment Project Score: 23 Requested funding: $88,089 Project Description: This project will purchase 10 dual sport motorcycles for law enforcement and training, a 3-bike trailer, and a suspension/wheel/tire upgrade for a truck used at promotional (NOTE: AORCC recommended any additional funds be applied to next highest scoring project at their meeting on April 16. The OHVAG recommendation was unavailable at the April 16 AORCC meeting). Project Sponsor: Bureau of Land Management-Arizona Strip Project Title: Travel Management Coordinator Year 2 Project Score: 22 Requested funding: $16,517 Project Description: This project would add funding to allow the travel management coordinator to work for two full years. The grant applications requests an additional 3.7 months funding so that this position can remain on board for a full two years and


complete the Vermilion Cliffs and Grand Canyon-Parashant National Monument Travel Management Plan for the district while assisting with completion of the TMPs for the Arizona Strip Field Office. (NOTE: OHVAG recommended that any additional funds be applied to Bureau of Land Management - Arizona Strip project on April 17).

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Project Description

STAFF PRIORITIES - BONUS CATEGORIES

Project Sponsor Project Title

Motorized Trails Plan Recommendations

STAFF PRIORITY 1

STAFF PRIORITY 2

STAFF PRIORITY 3

STAFF PRIORITY 4

STAFF PRIORITY 5

STAFF PRIORITY 6

STAFF PRIORITY 7

STAFF PRIORITY 8

STAFF PRIORITY 9

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Protect Access to

Trails/Acquire Land for

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Existing Trails & Routes

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to Areas Surrounding

Trails, Routes & Areas

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Trails, Routes & Areas

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Law Enforcement

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Project will promote coordination between OHV stakeholders. It will also remediate damage from off road use, enhancement of facilities used by OHV users, route maintenance and improve route information for the Sedona area.

12 12 8 8 5 45 5 5 5 5 5 5 30 75$299,574 $136,106

$435,680

Coronado National Forest--Nogales RD

Single Track Trail Project

Establish a staging area to support a well marked single track route. 35 miles of single track trail will be established in the Coronado National Forest Trail will be designed to minimize environmental impact

12 12 8 5 5 42 5 5 5 5 5 25 67$274,300 $65,300

$339,600

Prescott National Forest--Bradshaw RD

Trailhead Construction and OHV Trail system maintenance and cultural clearances

Construct a multi-use trailhead, brush 19 miles of OHV trails, assess these trails for future work and survey trails for cultural clearance to facilitate future work on trail

12 5 5 22 5 5 5 5 5 25 47$105,916 $7,132

$113,048

Prescott National Forest Verde RD

Verde Valley OHV Trail Improvements

This will maintain and reroute three OHV trails in the Verde Valley. This includes 18.5 miles of regular maintenance and 2 miles of re-routes. They also plan to rehab a hill climb area that has developed to prevent any further hill climb routes

12 12 24 5 5 5 5 20 44 $143,631 $6,538 $150,169

AZ Game & Fish Dept

OHV Safety Education Program Development

This project will develop an operator safety course for youth to adult users that includes hand-on maneuvers.

8 8 5 5 5 5 5 5 30 38 $18,025 $29,100 $47,125

Trail Riders of Southern Arizona

Trail Coordinator Project

This project will provide equipment and funding to purchase related supplies and services to hire a trail coordinator. This coordinator will assist with completing tasks assigned by Arizona State Parks OHV program coordinator.

12 8 5 25 5 5 10 35 $194,040 $194,040

Bureau of Land Management--Kingman Field Office

KFO Emergency Stabilization and kiosk replacement

BLM proposes to establish trailhead facilities on 7 technical OHV trails, replace wooden bulletin boards with metal kiosks, and maintain 30 miles of existing routes.

12 8 20 5 5 10 30 $63,095 $19,800 $82,895

AZ Game & Fish Dept

OHV LE Equipment

This project will purchase 10 dual sport motorcycles for law enforcement and training, a 3-bike trailer, and a suspension/wheel/tire upgrade for a truck used at promotional events.

8 8 5 5 5 15 23 $88,089 $0 $88,089

Bureau of Land Management-Arizona Strip

Travel Management Coordinator Year 2

This project would add funding to allow the travel management coordinator to work for two full years.

12 12 5 5 10 22 $16,517 $7,141 $23,658

$1,203,187 $271,117 $1,474,304

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Title: Consider Funding the January 2015 Non-Motorized RTP Grant Projects Staff Lead: Kent Ennis, Deputy Director Date: May 20, 2015

Recommended Motion: I move to approve funding in the amount of $509,780 from the federal Recreational Trails Program (RTP) for the top eight highest scoring projects identified on the attachment, and authorize the Executive Director, or her designee, to execute the appropriate agreements. Status to Date: Arizona Department of Transportation has allocated State Parks $1,455,000 per year from the RTP to obligate for both motorized and non-motorized projects. Traditionally, staff has split the funds evenly between motorized and non-motorized projects, however due to demand, funds may be allocated so that 70 percent is available for one type of project (either motorized or non-motorized) if necessary. In 2012, staff developed a process for rating the project applications based on a quantitative analysis of the types of project activities being proposed. The project evaluation tool awards the most points to projects that accomplish the highest priority recommendations from the 2010 State Trails Plan. Based on input from the Arizona State Committee On Trails (ASCOT), bonus points are awarded to projects that are a part of the State Trails System as well as projects proposing at least ten percent in matching funds for the total project cost. On January 12, 2015 staff announced the opportunity to apply for funding for non-motorized trail projects from RTP. A grant workshop was hosted on January 27, 2015 to assist potential applicants in meeting the deadline on February 27, 2015. For an overview summary of all grant projects submitted, see Attachment A. On March 24, 2015 a grant review team consisting of two ASP grant staff, and a member of ASCOT reviewed and scored the 13 applications utilizing the evaluation tool (summary of projects - Attachment B). The total amount requested for the 13 projects is $756,336. Staff recommends funding the top 8 scoring projects requesting $509,780 from the federal RTP with FY 2016 obligation authority available after July 1, 2015. Staff also requests authority to fund the remaining three projects should funds become available. Time Frame: The Non-motorized RTP projects were presented to Arizona Outdoor Recreation Coordinating Commission (AORCC) at their April 16, 2015 meeting. AORCC unanimously recommended funding the eligible projects.


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Projects must meet SHPO/Section 106 and National Environment Policy Act requirements. Grant staff will work with each grant recipient to get a project agreement signed as soon as possible. RTP project funding is available after July 1, 2015. Project sponsors who are approved for funding will be notified and the required cultural clearance documents must be provided within 30 days of that notification. Project sponsors who will be receiving federal RTP funding will also be notified that environmental documentation that meets National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) requirements must be provided within 90 days. Meeting these deadlines will insure that a project agreement can be executed within six months (180 days) after ASP Board funding approval. A project may be canceled if for any reason a project agreement cannot be executed within 180 days of funding approval. Project sponsors will be notified when the NEPA is approved and funds are obligated. If a higher scoring project cannot meet the NEPA requirements in the approved time frame, a lower scoring project that has met the NEPA requirements will be funded. Staff will work with all project sponsors to get their NEPA approved as soon as possible so they can be funded as soon after July 1, 2015 as possible. Staff and Financial Resources: Grants staff is responsible for soliciting grant projects and administering the awarded grants. Relation to Strategic Plan: Partnerships Goal: To build lasting public and private partnerships to promote local economies, good neighbors, recreation, conservation, tourism and establish sustainable funding for the agency. Relevant Past Board Actions: On February 18, 2015 ASP Board approved the 2015 Trails Plan that identified priorities that were used for project scoring criteria. ASP Board awarded 10 non-motorized projects on May 21, 2014. Attachments: January 2015 RTP Non-Motorized Grant Project Summary – Page 26-28 January 2015 RTP Grant Project Scoring – Page 29


January 2015 Statewide Recreational Trails Program Non-motorized Grants RECOMMENDED FUNDED PROJECTS: $528,278 Project Sponsor: Flagstaff Project Title: Picture Canyon Trail System Improvements Project Score: 52 Recommended Funding: $74,446 Project Description: Funds will be used to maintain 3 miles of trail using a youth corps. A gate will be installed to mitigate damage; invasive weeds will be mapped and treated. A secondary trailhead will be constructed and signs will be installed Project Sponsor: Volunteers for Outdoor Arizona Project Title: Highline Trail Project Project Score: 47 Recommended Funding: $56,428 Project Description: Work would include maintenance and restoration of 6 miles of the highline trail. Old fence would be removed and ATV barriers at sections to prevent unauthorized use. Project Sponsor: San Carlos Apache Tribe Project Title: Grandmother's Trail Project Score: 37 Project Funding: $44,343 Project Description: This project will improve a hiking trail to include clearing the path and re-establish the walk. This work would be done with hand tools and work will make the trail safer for all users. Project Sponsor: Tonto NF--Mesa RD Project Title: Superstition Trail Project Project Score: 37 Project Funding: $79,704 Project Description: This project will rehab and make improvements to trails and areas adjacent to the trails in the Peralta, Hieroglyphic areas of the Superstition Wilderness. They plan to develop an intern program for trail maintenance, wilderness education on both trails Project Sponsor: Sedona Project Title: Posse Ground Fitness Park Project Score: 27 Project Funding: $79,877 Project Description: Project will renovate and reconstruct 6 existing fitness trail stations at Posse Grounds Park. Project will also include shade structures and there will be four workshops held to educate users on the fitness trail equipment.


Project Sponsor: Friends of the Fair Project Title: Horizon Six Trail Project Score: 27 Project Funding: $33,480 Project Description: This project would create a trail along a Wash Flood Channel that would be used by horses, bikers, and hikers. Work would include setting up fencing to define trail, minor tread work and signage for the trail. Project Sponsor: Saguaro National Park Project Title: Mica View Trail Project Score: 27 Project Funding: $80,000 Project Description: The project will upgrade the Mica View Trail from a 3 foot wide backcountry trail to a 5 foot wide front country hardened trail. Project Sponsor: Yuma Project Title: Lower Bench Trail Project Score: 27 Project Funding: $80,000 Project Description: This project will develop new trails and rehabilitate and maintain endangered and eroding trails along the western lower bench end of the Yuma West Wetlands. It will remove overgrown vegetation; replant native vegetation and also signage for the trail. (NOTE: If additional RTP funds are available, all recommended non-motorized projects will be fully funded. If not, the funding requests exceed the funds available by $18,498, therefore each of the 4 lowest scoring projects will be reduced by $4,624.50.) PROJECTS NOT RECOMMENDED FOR FUNDING: Project Sponsor: Town of Eagar Project Title: Flattop Trailhead Parking Expansion Project Score: 25 Requested funding: $42,589 Project Description: This project would expand and improve the 12th Street/Flattop Trailhead parking area. This would increase capacity to allow vehicles with trailers safe access, improve erosion control and provide safe drinking water for animals and humans. Project Sponsor: Arizona State Parks--Buckskin State Park Project Title: New Trail Construction Project Score: 25 Requested funding: $80,000 Project Description: Project will construct a new trail including a kiosk, benches, lighting, and signage along the trail. Fencing will be installed to prevent damage from OHV users and a new map will be developed and printed.


Project Sponsor: Maricopa Trail and Park Foundation Project Title: Trail maintenance tools and trailers Project Score: 17 Requested funding: $21,164 Project Description: The Foundation plans on purchasing two trails with trail tools that would be used for ongoing maintenance and repair of trail systems throughout Maricopa County. Project Sponsor: Kaibab National Forest Project Title: Rainbow Rim Trail Project Project Score: 15 Requested funding: $26,390 Project Description: Continue work on the Rainbow Rim Trail, which needs another 6 miles of trail work. The work would be done with a trail crew. Project Sponsor: Prescott NF--Verde RD Project Title: Copper Canyon Falls Trail Construction Project Score: 15 Requested funding: $57,915 Project Description: This project will construct approximately 4 miles of new trail and connect to the Copper Canyon Trailhead. A loop would be made to access Copper Canyon Falls. Signage would be installed along the trail.

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PROJECT APPLICATIONS 2015 Non-Motorized RTP

Project Description

BONUS CATEGORIES

Project Sponsor

Project Title

Non-Motorized Trails Plan Recommendations

Bonus Bonus

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Renovation and

Maintenance of Existing

Trails

B Protect

Access to Trails/

Acquire Land for Public Access

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Mitigate and Restore

Damage to Areas

Surrounding Trails

B

Enforce Existing Rules

and Regulations

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Provide and Install Trail Signs

D Develop support facilities

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Promote Regional

Planning & Interagency Coordination

Trail is Included in the State

Trail System

Project Includes Matching

Funds of at Least 10%

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Flagstaff Picture Canyon Trail System Improvements

Funds will be used to maintain 3 miles of trail using a youth corps. A gate will be installed to mitigate damage, invasive weeds will be mapped and treated. A secondary trail head will be consturcted and signs will be installed.

12 10 10 10 10 52 42% 5 57 $74,446 $54,060 $128,506

Volunteers for Outdoor Arizona Highline Trail Project

Work would include maintenance and restoration of 6 miles of the highline trail. Old fence would be removed and ATV barries at sections to prevent unauthorized use.

12 10 10 10 42 10% 5 47 $56,428 $7,170 $63,598

San Carlos Apache Tribe Grandmother's Trail

This project will improve a hiking trail to include clearing the path and re-establish the walk. This work would be done with hand tools and work will make the trail safer for all users.

12 10 10 32 10% 5 37 $44,343 $5,916 $50,259

Tonto NF--Mesa RD Superstition Trail Project

This project will rehab and make improvements to trails and areas adjacent to the trails in the Peralta, Heiroglyphi areas of the Superstition Wilderness. They plan to develop an intern program for trail maintenance, wilderness education on both trails

12 10 10 32 10% 5 37 $79,704 $88,078 $167,782

Sedona Posse Ground Fitness Park

Project will renovate and reconstruct 6 existing fitness trail stations at Posse Grounds Park. Project will also include shade structures and there will be four workshops held to educate users on the fitness trail equipment.

12 10 22 10% 5 27 $79,877 $14,150 $94,027

Friends of the Fair Hoizon Six Trail

This project would create a trail along a Wash Flood Channel that would be used by horses, bikers, and hikers. Work would include setting up fencing to define trail, minor tread work and signage for the trail.

12 10 22 10% 5 27 $33,480 $4,868 $38,348

Saguaro National Park Mica View Trail

The project will upgrade the Mica View Trail from a 3 foot wide backcountry trail to a 5 foot wide front country hardened trail.

12 10 22 10.00% 5 27 $80,000 $8,000 $88,000

Yuma Lower Bench Trail

This project will develop new trails and rehabilitate and maintain endangered and eroding trails along the western lower bench end of the Yuma West Wetlands. It will remove overgrown vegetation, replant native vegetation and also signage for the trail.

12 10 22 10.00% 5 27 $80,000 $8,402 $88,402

Cut off for funding waiting to hear final figures from ADOT $528,278 $190,644 $718,922

Town of Eagar Flattop Trailhead Parking Expansion

This project would expand and improve the 12th Street/Flattop Trailhead parking area. This would increase capacity to allow vehicles with trailers safe access, improve erosion control and provide safe drinking water for animals and humans.

10 10 20 10% 5 25 $42,589 $53,415 $96,004

Arizona State Parks--Buckskin State Park

New Trail Constructiion

Project will construct a new trail including a kiosk, benches, lighting, and signage along the trail. Fencing will be installed to prevent damage from OHV users and a new map will be developed and printed.

10 10 20 10% 5 25 $80,000 $52,167 $132,167

Maricopa Trail and Park Foundation

Trail maintenance tools and trailers

The foundation plans on purchasing two trails with trail tools that would be used for ongoing maintenance and repair of trail systems throughout Maricopa county.

12 12 10% 5 17 $21,164 $2,360 $23,524

Kaibab National Forest

Rainbow Rim Trail Project

Continue work on the Rainbow Rim Trail which needs another 6 miles of trail work. The work would be done with a trail crew.

10 10 10% 5 15 $26,390 $7,290 $33,680

Prescott NF--Verde RD

Copper Canyon Falls Trail Construction

This project will construct appr. 4 miles of new trail and connect to the Copper Canyon Trailhead. A loop would be made to access Copper Canyon Falls. Signage would be installed along the trail.

10 10 10% 5 15 $57,915 $6,968 $64,883

$560,589 $306,057 $1,545,739

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Project DescriptionProject Sponsor

Project Title

Arizona State Parks Board Action Item Agenda Item #: F-6

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Title: Approve Funding the 2015 RTP Trail Maintenance Program

Staff Lead: Kent Ennis, Deputy Director Date: May 20, 2015

Proposed Action: I move to approve funding the five trail maintenance projects requesting a total of $150,000. Should funds become available, they will be reallocated to the three remaining projects based on the order recommended by the Arizona State Committee on Trails. Background: The Recreational Trails Program (RTP) Trail Maintenance Program was initiated in 2001 to meet a need identified in the Arizona Trails 2000 Statewide Motorized and Non-motorized Trails Plan. Survey respondents indicated that it was more important for them to have existing trails maintained than new trails built. That finding remained consistent across the 2005, 2010 & 2015 Arizona Trails: Statewide Motorized and Non-motorized Trails Plans. In an attempt to avoid the cumbersome process involved with grant programs, Arizona State Parks (ASP) created a simple application form and a process to pay trail maintenance crews directly to avoid additional paperwork for land managers. To date more than $9 million has been spent to improve trail conditions all over Arizona. Arizona State Committee On Trails (ASCOT) selects projects at random in the event requests for funding exceed available funds. Projects are selected based on a model for dividing the state into units representing land management boundaries (Attachment A). Projects are assigned to each of the five areas and one project is drawn from each area in the first round. Projects not drawn in the first round will be combined and drawn at random until the available funds are distributed. Project Sponsors who have not received RTP Trail Maintenance Program funding in the last two cycles have first priority. Project Sponsors who did not receive funds in the 2012 cycle have next priority. A table showing recent funding recipients is included in Attachment B. Status to Date: Funding for this cycle comes from the limited obligation authority for the RTP provided in the FY 2016 ADOT Five Year Transportation Plan. The non-motorized portion of the RTP funds is divided between the grant projects and the Trail Maintenance projects. Attachment C shows the eight applications received by the February 27, 2015 deadline. Five of the project sponsors have never received Trail Maintenance Program funds. These five projects will receive a total of $150,000 for trail crew work. At their April 11, 2015 meeting ASCOT prioritized the remaining three eligible projects should funds become available. Attachments: List of Previous Recipients – Page 31 Map of Land Management Units – Page 32 January 2015 State Parks Trail Maintenance Program Applicants – Page 33


RTP Trail Maintenance Projects 2010-2015

ALPINE RD $55,000 BLACK CANYON CITY $40,000 CAVE CREEK RD $40,000 FLAGSTAFF RD $40,000 FOOL HOLLOW SP $40,000 GLENDALE $40,000 GLOBE RD $40,000 HASSAYAMPA FO $40,000 KINGMAN FO $40,000 LOST DUTCHMAN SP $40,000 LOWER SONORAN FO $25,700 MARICOPA CO $40,000 MOGOLLON RD $36,000 MESA RD $40,000 PLEASANT VALLEY RD $40,000 SCOTTSDALE $40,000 SAFFORD FO $40,000 TONTO BASIN RD $40,000 TUSAYAN RD $18,000 WILLIAMS RD $38,500 BRADSHAW RD $31,915 PAYSON RD $40,000 SAN PEDRO RNCA $38,250 VERDE RD $40,000 SANTA CATALINA RD $40,000 KINGMAN FO $40,000 LOST DUTCHMAN SP $40,000 GLOBE RD $40,000 MOGOLLON RD $40,000 CATALINA SP $30,000 CHINO VALLEY RD $30,000 DOUGLAS RD $30,000 PINAL COUNTY $30,000 WICKENBURG FOUNDATION $21,130

Note: RD = Ranger District; FO=Field Office; SP = State Park

Item F-6 Item A

Regional Distribution

Regions were determined by trail usage and preference responses to the Arizona Trails 2005 Plan survey.

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JAN 2015 STATE PARKS RTP TRAIL MAINTENANCE PROJECTS

AREA PROJECT SPONSOR

REQUESTED FUNDS

PROJECT AREA

1 Scottsdale $30,000 Tom Thumb’s Trail 1 Maricopa County $30,000 Mesquite Trail 2 Coronado NF $30,000 Mogollon Rim Trail 3 Coconino NF $30,000 Little Bear Trail 5 Dead Horse State

Park $30,000 Thumper/Lime/Raptor Trails

1 Prescott NF $30,000 Granite Basin Recreation Area Trails 2 Coronado NF $30,000 Lutz/Brown Canyon Trails 3 Coconino NF $30,000 Backbone Trail

$240,000 • 5 projects selected to fund with Trail Maintenance Grant. Projects above the

solid black line are recommended for funding. • If one or more of the projects below the solid black line fail to get the

required cultural clearances and NEPA documents, then ASCOT voted to fund the Prescott National Forest Project first, the Coronado Lutz/Brown Canyon Trail second and Coconino’s Backbone Trail third.


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Title: Consider Purchase of State Trust Land at the Yarnell Hill Memorial Site

Staff Lead: Jay Ream, Deputy Director Parks Date: May 20, 2015

Recommended Motion: I move the Arizona State Parks Board authorize the Executive Director or her designee to purchase 320 acres of Arizona State Trust Land pursuant to A.R.S. 41-519.01(C) (2), as presented in Attachment A and B for the purpose of establishing the Yarnell Hill Memorial. Status to Date: The Yarnell Hill Memorial Site Board unanimously approved the recommendation to the Arizona State Parks Board the purchase of the Yarnell Hill Memorial Site at its January 6, 2015 meeting. On March 18, 2015 the Yarnell Hill Memorial Site Board approved the recommendation for the Arizona State Parks Board to purchase 320 acres of Arizona State Trust Land for the Yarnell Hill Memorial Board for the purpose of establishing a memorial. A.R.S. § 41-519 Yarnell Hill Memorial The Arizona state parks board shall establish the Yarnell Hill memorial state park subject to the following conditions:

• The Yarnell Hill memorial site board recommends that the Arizona state parks board purchase the land for the memorial site.

• The Arizona state parks board purchases the Yarnell Hill memorial site pursuant to title 37, chapter 2, article 3.

• The Yarnell Hill memorial site board approves the design and construction of the memorial.

• The Yarnell Hill memorial site board secures the necessary permission for individuals to visit the memorial.

Legislation set aside $500,000 from the State General Fund for the purchase of the property. The land has been appraised at $304.000 and consists of approximately 320 acres. Terms at the time of sale require the successful bidder pay by cashier’s check a total of $47,720. The break down is as follows:

10% of the appraised value $304,000 Selling and Administrative fee of 3% of

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Estimated advertising fees $5,000.00 Reimbursable appraisal fee to ASLD $3,000.00 Patent Fee $200.00

Within 30 days after the auction date the successful bidder must pay the full balance of the amount bid plus all selling and administrative fees less the amount paid at the time of auction. Time Frame: The Arizona State Land Department, has set an auction date of June 30, 2015 at 11am at the Yavapai County Courthouse, Prescott, AZ. Staff and Financial Resources: Arizona State Parks will commit 160 hours of staff time. Relation to Strategic Plan: To provide sustainable management of our natural, cultural, recreational, economic and human resources. Relevant Past Board Actions: On January 21, 2015 the Arizona State Parks Board approved beginning the purchase process including due diligence of the Yarnell Hill Memorial Site. Attachments: Attachment A Access Map – page 37 Attachment B ASLD Public Auction announcement – page 38

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Title: Consider Amending the Capital Improvement Plan for FY 2016

Staff Lead: Jay Ream, Deputy Director, Parks Date: May 20, 2015

Recommended Motion: I move that the Arizona State Parks Board approve the amended Arizona State Parks Capital Improvement Plan for Fiscal Year 2016 as presented. Status to Date: Arizona Department of Administration (ADOA) requires that Arizona State Parks (ASP) submit a Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) and a 2-year project forecast annually. ASP has amended the FY 2016 CIP and is requesting Parks Board approval to meet the deadline for submittal to the Joint Committee on Capital Review (JCCR) scheduled for June 18, 2015. Amendments to the CIP will be submitted to ADOA. Time Frame: Initial CIP documents were submitted to ADOA in May 2014 as per their request. ASP will submit a Capital Projects Recommendation to the JCCR on June 18, 2015 for review. ASP will submit an amended FY 2016 Budget to the Arizona State Parks Board for consideration on July 15, 2015. Staff and Financial Resources: The development of the annual CIP requires 40 hours of staff time. Relation to Strategic Plan: To provide safe, meaningful and unique experiences for our visitors, volunteers and citizens. Relevant Past Board Actions: On September 17, 2014 the Arizona State Parks Board approved the CIP for FY 2016. Attachments: CIP Amendment for FY 2016

Agency:

Projects Location Project Name Project Description Project Category Fund Sources Total Costs

1 PB1-003 ALAMO - NEW RESTROOM/SHOWER BUILDING DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION - PRE-ENGR. RR/SHWR BUILDING W/SITE UTILITIES TBD $350,000

2 PB1-002 ALAMO LAKE - NEW POTABLE WATER STORAGE TANK REMOVE EXISTING AND REPLACE WITH NEW TANK (75% DESIGN) TBD $105,000

3 PB1-002 ALAMO LAKE - NEW LIFT STATION REPLACE EXISTING LIFT STATION ADOA APPROVAL TBD $125,000

4 PB1-002 ALAMO LAKE - NEW STORAGE BUILDING NEW METAL STORAGE BUILDING TBD $6,000

5 PB1-002 ALAMO LAKE - NEW RUSTIC CABINS FOUR PRE-ENGINEERED UNITS TBD $60,000

6 PB7-007 BOYCE THOMPSON ARB - NEW AREA LIGHTING DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION - MAIN PARKING AREA LIGHTING/PART ADOT PROJECT TBD $275,000

7 PB1-002 BUCKSKIN MTN - SHORELINE STABILIZATION TO BEACH AREA (PHASE 2) CONSTRUCTION - EROSION CONTROL AND SITE IMPROVEMENTS TBD $925,000

8 PB1-002 BUCKSKIN MTN - ELECTRIFY EXISTING CAMPSITES CONSTRUCTION - NEW ELECTRICAL 100 AMP PEDESTALS TBD $650,000

9 PB1-002 BUCKSKIN MTN - NEW RANGER RESIDENCE DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION - PRE-MFG. DOUBLE-WIDE UNIT W/SITE UTILITIES TBD $150,000

10 PB1-002 BUCKSKIN MTN - NEW RESTROOM/SHOWER BUILDING DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION - PRE-ENGR. RR/SHWR BUILDING W/SITE UTILITIES TBD $350,000

11 PB1-002 BUCKSKIN - NEW VEHICLE STORAGE DESIGN & ERECT VEHICLE/STORAGE/RESIDENCE AREA TO REPLACE EXISTING TBD $25,000

12 PB1-002 BUCKSKIN - RETROFIT POTABLE WATER SYSTEM REMOVE AND REPLACE EXISTING PIPING & VALVES TBD $65,000

13 PB2-005 CATALINA - ELECTRIFY EXISTING CAMPSITES CONSTRUCTION - NEW ELECTRICAL 100 AMP PEDESTALS TBD $475,000

14 PB1-002 CATALINA - RAMADA & KIOSK PRE-ENGINEERED UNITS (ASTA FORREST PROPOSAL) TBD $6,000

15 PB1-002 CATALINA - NEW RESIDENCE NEW DOUBLEWIDE RANGER RESIDENCE TBD $90,000

16 PB1-002 CATTAIL - SANDPOINT RENOVATION DEMOLITION, CIVIL, SITE WORK AND AMENITIES FOR SOFT OPENING TBD $500,000

17 PB6-005 DEADHORSE - UPGRADES TO EXISTING RESTROOMS UPGRADES AND REMODEL EXISTING RESTROOMS TBD $325,000

18 PB1-002 DEADHORSE - QUAIL LOOP RESTROOM UNDERPINNING AND STABILIZATION TO RESTROOM TBD $30,000

19 PB1-002 DEADHORSE - NEW SHOWERS FOR RESTROOM REMODEL EXISTING CABIN LOOP RESTROOM WITH SHOWERS TBD $100,000

20 PB1-002 DEADHORSE - NEW RUSTIC CABINS FOUR PRE-ENGINEERED UNITS TBD $60,000

21 PB1-002 FORT VERDE - STABILIZATION/PHASE II STABILIZE VARIOUS STRUCTURES TBD $110,000

22 PB1-002 FORT VERDE - HORSE STABLES HOST SITES WITH UTILITIES TBD $50,000

23 PB1-002 FOOL HOLLOW - NEW RUSTIC CABINS FOUR PRE-ENGINEERED UNITS TBD $60,000

24 PB1-002 HOMOLOVI - OFF-SITE POTABLE WATER LINE TO PARK (PHASE 1) DESIGN ONLY - NEW POTABLE WATER LINE TO EXISTING LINE TBD $550,000

25 PB1-002 JEROME - WATERLINE CONNECTION TO CITY NEW POTABLE WATERLINE TO CITY WATER SUPPLY TBD $650,000

26 PB1-002 JEROME - NEW ROOF AT DOUGLAS MANSION REPLACE ROOF AT DOUGLAS MANSION AND CARRIAGE HOUSE TBD $115,000

27 PB1-002 KARTCHNER - UPGRADE SOUND & LIGHTING UPGRADES TO SOUND SYSTEM AND LIGHTING (RFQ) TBD $150,000

28 PB1-002 KARTCHNER - NEW FRONT ENTRANCE AT DISCOVERY CENTER REPLACE AND MAIN ENTRANCE DOORS TO DISCOVERY CENTER TBD $35,000

29 PB1-002 KARTCHNER - NEW STORAGE/OFFICE AREA PRE-ENGINEERED METAL BUILDING TBD $85,000

30 PB1-002 KARTCHNER - NEW ROOFING RESIDENCE AND OTHER STRUCTURES TBD $90,000

31 PB1-002 KARTCHNER - RETROFIT EXISTING WELL DRILL & EXTEND EXISTING POTABLE WELL 1 OR 3 FOR BACK-UP TO SYSTEM TBD $175,000

ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION BUILDING SYSTEMFY 2016 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN

ONE YEAR CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST SUMMARY (AMENDED) 2CIP FORM 2

Parks Board, Arizona State

Agency:





32 PB3-004 KARTCHNER - OFF-SITE POTABLE WATER LINE TO PARK (PHASE 1) DESIGN - NEW POTABLE WATER LINE TO REPLACE WELLS (PHASE 1) TBD $1,500,000

33 PB1-002 LAKE HAVASU - SAND & GRANITE SAND AND LANDSCAPE MATERIAL AT VARIOUS AREAS TBD $87,000

34 PB1-002 LAKE HAVASU - NEW RESTROOM BUILDINGS & LIFT STATION DESIGN 3 RESTROOM & 2 RESTROOM SHOWER BUILDINGS (5) 85% TBD $1,700,000

35 PB1-002 LAKE HAVASU - LAUNCH RAMP NEW LAUNCH RAMP AND PARKING WITH BEACH AREA (ADOT & ASP) TBD $445,000

36 PB1-002 LAKE HAVASU - NEW VAULT TOILET PRE-ENGINEERED VAULT TOILET AT WSC/CONTACT POINT TBD $35,000

37 PB1-002 LOST DUTCHMAN - NEW RESTROOM/SHOWER BUILDING NEW PRE-ENGINEERED BUILDINGWITH UTILITIES TBD $350,000

38 PB1-002 LOST DUTCHMAN - NEW RESTROOM BUILDING REMOVE EXISTING AND REPLACE WITH NEW PRE-ENGINEERED BUILDING TBD $200,000

39 PB1-002 LYMAN LAKE - NEW RUSTIC CABINS FOUR PRE-ENGINEERED UNITS TO REPLACE YURTS TBD $60,000

40 VARIOUS MULTI-PARK - MISC'L. FORCE/MATERIAL/ADA,CONST ON-GOING - EMERGENCY REPAIRS AND SMALL PROJECTS TBD $250,000

41 VARIOUS MULTI-PARK - ADEQ CONSENT ORDER (WATER/WASTEWATER) ON-GOING/CONSULTANT - WATER/WASTE WATER DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION TBD $700,000

42 VARIOUS MULTI-PARK - FIRE ALARM AND SECURITY SYSTEMS UPGRADE AND REPLACE EXISTING SYSTEMS AT FT. VERDE, RIORDAN AND JEROME TBD $240,000

43 VARIOUS MULTI-PARK - RAMADAS PRE-ENGINEERED STEEL GROUP STRUCTURES TBD $175,000

44 VARIOUS MULTI-PARK - WI-FI WI-FI AT VARIOUS PARK LICATIONS TBD $100,000

45 PB2-006 ORACLE - NEW POTABLE AND ELECTRIC LINES DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION - NEW POTABLE WATER AND ELECTRIC LINES TBD $525,000

46 PB2-006 ORACLE - NEW WWTP (PHASE 1)DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION - NEW UTILITY LINES FOR KANNALLY HOUSE, RESIDENCES AND FUTURE NEW RESTROOM BUILDING TBD $250,000

47 PB2-006 ORACLE - NEW RESTROOM BUILDING DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION - NEW PRE-ENGINEERED RESTROOM BUILDING TBD $150,000

48 PB1-002 PICACHO PEAK - CULVERT STABILIZATION REMOVE EXISTING MATERIAL 5 STORM DAMAGED CULVERTS OVER ROADWAYS TBD $35,000

49 PB6-008 REDROCK - NEW SHOP BUILDING SUPPLY AND INSTALL NEW PRE-ENGINEERED METAL SHOP BUILDING TBD $125,000

50 PB1-002 RIORDAN - PORCH REPLACEMENT REPLACE EXISTING PORCH AT MANSION TBD $15,000

51 PB1-002 ROCKIN RIVER RANCH - HOST SITES TWO HOST SITES WITH ACCESS ROAD ABD DEMOLITION TBD $125,000

52 PB1-002 ROPER LAKE - NEW DUMP STATION NEW TO REPLACE EXISTING ET BED WITH SEPTIC TANK TBD $175,000

53 PB1-002 ROPER LAKE - NEW RESIDENCE NEW DOUBLEWIDE RANGER RESIDENCE TBD $100,000

54 PB1-002 ROPER LAKE - NEW RESTROOM/SHOWER BUILDING DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION - PRE-ENGR. RR/SHWR BUILDING W/SITE UTILITIES TBD $350,000

55 PB3-002 ROPER LAKE - PRE-ENGINEERED MFG. CABINS (4) DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION - PRE-ENGINEERED LOG TYPE CABINS TBD $260,000

56 PB1-002 SLIDEROCK - HVAC FOR STORE REPLACE AND UPGRADE HVAC FOR CONCESSION TBD $18,000

57 PB1-002 SLIDEROCK - NEW ROOFING PENDLEY AND BROWN HOUSE RE-ROOF'S. TBD $50,000

58 PB1-002 SAN RAFAEL - NEW PORCH NEW WOOD PORCH AT PERIMETER OF MAIN RANCH HOUSE TBD $35,000

59 PB1-002 TOMBSTONE - NEW GALLOWS ERECT NEW REPLICATED GALLOWS TBD $12,000

60 PB7-004 TONTO - PRE-ENGINEERED MFG. CABINS (20) (PHASE 1) DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION - PRE-ENGINEERED CABINS (PHASE 1) TBD $700,000

61 PB7-004 TONTO - ROCK STABILIZATION TO GOWAN TRAIL DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION TO STABILIZE ROCK/CLIFF FORMATION TBD $250,000

62 PB1-002 TONTO - LODGE UTILITIES, FIRE PROTECTION, INTERIORS, SITE AMENITIES TBD $80,000

Agency:





63 PB1-002 TONTO - EVENT AREA DESIGN AND CONSTRUCT NEW AREA FOR WEDDINGS, ETC, (ADA ASSEMBLY) TBD $44,000

64 PB1-002 TONTO - NEW PARK CABIN DESIGN AND CONSTRUCT NEW CABIN TBD $90,000

65 PB1-002 TONTO - LANDSCAPE AREAS NEW TREES AND IRRIGATION FOR VARIOUS AREAS WITHIN THE PARK TBD $45,000

66 PB1-002 TUBAC - STABILIZATION TO ROJAS HOUSE ADOBE AND STUCCO REPAIR INCLUDING ROOF REPAIR TBD $50,000

67 PB1-002 YARNELL - MEMORIAL PARCEL ACQUISITION OF 320 ACRES WITH TRAIL-ROAD INGRESS/EGRESS (ADOT & ASP) TBD $360,000

68 PB1-002 YUMA TPSHP - NEW ENTRANCE SIGN & NORTH WALL STABILIZATION DESIGN, CONST FOR SIGN AND VARIOUS PROJECTS ( PART FUNDED BY COY) TBD $10,000

Total $16,438,000

Arizona State Parks Board Information Report Agenda Item #: G-2

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Title: State Parks Operations Status Update Staff Lead: Jay Ream, Deputy Director, Parks Date: May 20, 2015

Status to Date: The Arizona State Parks Board continues to keep parks open and operating by both leveraging existing public and private partnerships and building new relationships. Twenty-seven State Parks are currently open and operating. San Rafael State Natural Area has never been open to the public. • Picacho Peak is open year round. • Oracle is open during the week for school groups by reservation only and to

the general public on Saturdays and Sundays year round. • Homolovi agreement has been signed by the Hopi tribe. • Lyman Lake is open year round for day-use and camping. Upcoming Activities: Staff continues to work with communities willing to create partnerships that support Park operations. Staff is developing Memorandums of Understanding with Friends Groups that will establish stronger partnerships between Friends and the Agency. Time Frame/Target Date for Completion: Staff will continue to update the Arizona State Parks Board at each regularly scheduled meeting. Relevant Past Board Actions: No recent actions. Attachments: State Parks Operations Status Update – Page 43 Partnership Agreement Status – Page 45


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Title: Operations Status Update Attachment Staff Lead: Jay Ream Deputy Director, Parks Date: May 20, 2015

Status to Date: A. Parks open without Financial Partnerships FY 2015:

1. Alamo Lake SP 2. Buckskin Mountain SP 3. Catalina SP 4. Cattail Cove SP 5. Dead Horse SP/Verde River

Greenway State Natural Area

6. Fool Hollow Lake Recreation Area

7. Jerome SHP 8. Kartchner Caverns SP 9. Lake Havasu SP 10. Lost Dutchman SP 11. Lyman Lake SP* Park open year round 12. Patagonia Lake SP

13. Picacho Peak SP* Park will remain open year round.

14. Slide Rock SP 15. Tonto Natural Bridge SP

B. Parks Operated by Arizona State Parks staff through Partnership

Support:

1. Fort Verde SHP No current agreement

2. Homolovi SP Hopi Tribe - $50K agreement , Winslow water to March 16, 2016

3. Oracle SP* Friends of Oracle State Park provide volunteers.

4. Red Rock SP Benefactors providing funding for education program to June 30, 2015

5. Roper Lake SP Graham County – agreement to June 30, 2015

*PARKS WITH SEASONAL OPERATING SCHEDULES

Arizona State Parks Board Information Report Agenda Item #: H-3

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C. Parks Operated by Partners with no State Parks Staff:

1. Boyce Thompson Arboretum SP

University of Arizona & Boyce Thompson Foundation

2. McFarland SHP Town of Florence/Florence Chamber of Commerce Agreement to June 30, 2016

3. Riordan Mansion SHP Arizona Historical Society agreement to June 30, 2016

4. Spur Cross Conservation Area Maricopa County Parks

5. Tombstone SHP City of Tombstone agreement through March 31, 2017

6. Tubac Presidio SHP Santa Cruz County & Friends of the Tubac Presidio agreement to March 31, 2016

7. Yuma Territorial Prison SHP

City of Yuma & Yuma Crossing Heritage Area agreement to March 31, 2016

8. Yuma Quartermaster Depot SHP

City of Yuma & Yuma Crossing Heritage Area agreement to June 30, 2016

D. Parks that are closed to the Public:

1. Contact Point

Unit of Lake Havasu State Park. Currently used as Public Safety Dock and Law Enforcement Training Academy. MOU with BLM for accessible fishing dock.

2. San Rafael Natural Area Staff is developing an RFP for grazing at the Ranch.


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Title: Partnership Agreement Status Attachment Staff Lead: Jay Ream Deputy Director, Parks Date: May 20, 2015

Status to Date:

Park IGA No. Partner Date Ending

Renewal Term

Current Agreements:

Homolovi 13-087 Hopi Tribe 3/16/2016 1 Year

Homolovi 11-009 Winslow 10/31/2015 1 Year

Tubac Presidio 10-037 Santa Cruz Co. 3/31/2016 3 Years (1)

San Rafael SUP Grazing N/A Limited

Red Rock Connection 13-117 Benefactors 6/30/2015 1 Year

Yuma QMD 11-062 Yuma 6/30/2015 3 Year (>1)

Lyman Lake N/A Apache County N/A No Agreement

Roper Lake 10-044 Graham County 6/30/2015 2 year (>1)

Riordan Mansion 10-039 AHS 6/30/2016 3 Years (1)

Tombstone 10-035 Tombstone 3/31/2017 2 Year

Yuma Terr. Prison 10-031 Yuma 3/31/2016 3 Years (1)

McFarland 11-027 Florence 6/30/2016 3 Years (1)


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Title: Legislative Update Staff Lead: Jay Ream Deputy Director, Parks Date: May 20, 2015

Status to Date: The Arizona State Legislature ended its regular session April 2, 2015. Budget Bills: HB2671 PASSED March 6, 2015 HB2672 PASSED March 6, 2015 HB2676 PASSED March 6, 2015 House Bills: HB2272 Law Enforcement Officers Firearm Purchase allows members of the Public Safety Personnel Retirement System, subject to employer approval, are permitted to purchase the handgun, rifle or shotgun issued by the employer to the officer at less than fair market value. Signed by the Governor HB2314 The purpose of this article is to: Secure for the people of and visitors to this state, both present and future generations, the benefits of an enduring resource of wilderness on designated lands owned by this state. Sponsor: Barton, Bowers, Thorp Assigned to House Agriculture and Water. DEAD HB2320 Guns in Public Buildings and Events Assigned to House Military Affairs and Public Safety It's has implications for ASP events that have historic weapons, including the Civil War Event and Gathering of the Gunfighters. DEAD HB2337 Historic Preservation Tax Credit, Sponsor Fann. SHPO is working with the authors on this one. Assigned to House Ways and Means. DEAD HM2001 Urges the Parks Board to designate the Arizona State Schools for the Deaf and Blind in Tucson as a Historic Place. Sponsor: various Assigned to House Government and Higher Education. Do pass recommendation. Passed House 59-0, Sent to Secretary of State for communication to Parks Board. Senate Bills: SB1300 Body Cameras –Establishes a 15-member Law Enforcement Officer Body Camera Study Committee. Signed by the Governor

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