HomeMy WebLinkAboutRes 2016-06-188 Natural Springs Park Improvements Grant Submission CITY OF ANNA, TEXAS
RESOLUTION NO.
(Park Grant— Natural Springs Park Improvements)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANNA, TEXAS,
AUTHORIZING THE SUBMISSION OF AN APPLICATION FOR FUNDING THROUGH
THE COLLIN COUNTY PARKS AND OPEN SPACE PROJECT FUNDING
ASSISTANCE PROGRAM AND DESIGNATING THE CITY MANAGER AS THE
GRANT PROGRAM OFFICIAL OR REPRESENTATIVE.
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Anna, Texas (the "City Council") desires to
submit an application for funding through the Collin County Parks and Open Space
Project Funding Assistance Program (the "Grant Program"); and,
WHEREAS, the Grant Program application will include a request for 50/50 matching
funds for the following improvements to Natural Springs Park (the "Park
Improvements"),
• construction of a new entrance from F.M. 455 at a future median opening and a
paved parking lot within the park,
• dredging and reshaping of both ponds in the park,
• drilling a well to maintain the water levels and the installation of fountains/lighting
in the ponds,
• septic system improvements,
• trail connections to the new parking area; and,
WHEREAS, the preliminary budget estimate for the Park Improvements is $329,000;
and,
WHEREAS, it is anticipated that the source of the City's share of the required matching
funds will be through the Park Trust Funds and the value of land already obtained by
the Anna Community Development Corporation;
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ANNA, TEXAS, THAT:
Section 1. Recitals Incorporated.
The recitals above are incorporated herein as if set forth in full for all purposes.
Section 2. Authorization to Submit Application.
The City Council of the City of Anna Texas hereby authorizes the City Manager to
submit an application for funding through the Collin County Parks and Open Space
Project Funding Assistance Program (the "Grant Program") consistent with this
Resolution.
RESOLUTION NO.
(Park Grant—Natural Springs Park Improvements)
Section 3. Designation of Grant Program Official
The City Manager is hereby designated as the Grant Program Official and is authorized
to execute all documents and to take all other actions necessary to finalize, act under,
and enforce the Grant Program agreement.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Anna, Texas on this 28th
day of June 2016.
ATTEST: APPROVED:
Carrie L. Smith, City Secretary Mike Crist, Mayor
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(Park Grant—Natural Springs Park improvements)
NATURAL SPRINGS PARK IMPROVEMENT 2016-2017
Activity Estimated Cost/value
Driveway/Parking Phase 1 $146,000
Pond Dredging and reshape (Both) $73,000
Well $15,000
Fountain with lighting $40,000
Aerobic Septic $10,000
Trail Access to facilities * $45,000
Design Work ($23,400)
Total Construction $329,000
Funding Source
Trust Fund (Cash Match) $39,500
Land Match $250,000
Collin County Grant Funds $289,500
Total $579,000
* Completes trail on west side of pond to new trail being built in association with
F.M 455 and from new parking area proposed to existing trail on east side of pond.