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1 University of Idaho Paradise Creek Ecosystem Restoration ti Project Project Scope and Status Update 2009 GreenHOWS Presentations October 29, 2009 Raymond Pankopf, NCARB Director, Architectural & Engineering Services UI Facilities

2 Changing Face of Campus Overview LRCDP Era: A period of unprecedented development and investment t at the University of Idaho

3 Changing Face of Campus Overview UI Long Range Campus Development Plan Coordinates with UI Strategic Plan Guides all campus development Provides a framework to guide the vision

4 Changing Face of Campus Master Planning History & Legacy The first campus comprehensive plan was prepared p by John Charles Olmsted in 1908 The plan had a clear and reverent sense of what a university should be The plan respected the setting and environment and celebrated work and residence Today, these principles are still alive and vital to creating a high quality, residential campus environment

5 Changing Face of Campus Master Planning History & Legacy The Olmsted plan laid out the basics for what developed into the Administration Lawn Olmsted advised the university to acquire the land between town and the university to facilitate town and university connection & community Instead, the university grew to the north and west 1960 s 1980 s saw growth of a suburban b model

6 Changing Face of Campus The LRCDP UI Long Range Campus Development Plan Initially Developed Robert Fenning, AVP, Capital Planning & Budget Joanne Reece, Director, Capital Planning Royston Hanamoto Alley Abey MIG / Walker Architects / CH2M Hill / Global Environmental / Hodge & Associates

7 Changing Face of Campus The LRCDP UI Long Range Campus Development Plan Planning efforts begun under President Zinser Endorsed by Presidents Hoover, Michael & White Briefed to President Nellis August, 2009 Last Published Update: 2000 Desired 10 year update in 2010

8 Changing Face of Campus Planning Drivers Support of the Vision and Goals defined in the UI Strategic Plan Residential Campus experience Improved and expanded Research capacity Expanded Outreach capacity & Statewide Mission inherent in the land grant university charter

POLYA Math Learning Center College level innovations such as the

9 Changing Face of Campus Planning Drivers Innovations in curriculum & evolution in teaching/learning pedagogy Core Discovery Initiative POLYA Math Learning Center College level innovations such as the Integrated Business Curriculum within the College of Business and Economics

10 Changing Face of Campus Planning Drivers Shift to a customer centered environment for services and blended facilities

11 Changing Face of Campus Planning Drivers Technology

12 Changing Face of Campus Planning Drivers Stewardship

13 Changing Face of Campus The LRCDP The current plan provides a detailed framework for growth, innovation and change while preserving the Olmsted legacy and heritage of open space, human scale, pedestrian character and natural beauty we value so highly

14 Changing Face of Campus The LRCDP 1. Overview LRCDP Organization 2. 9 Major Goals; for each Goal: A. Discussion B. Objectives C. Specific recommendations / benchmarks 3. Illustrative Plan, Updated regularly

15 Changing Face of Campus The LRCDP 1. Flexible, adaptable 2. Clear 3. Results Oriented LRCDP Characteristics 4. An umbrella document. Multiple master plans and action plans under the general arc of the LRCDP 5. Responds to and supports the Strategic Plan

16 Changing Face of Campus The LRCDP Master Plans & Studies Outdoor Lighting Master Plan (c, 1984, Previous & Incorporated) North Campus Neighborhood Master Plan (c, (, 1999) Sweet Avenue District Master Plan (c, 1999) Administration Building Preservation Master Plan (c, 2000) ADA Transition Plan () (c) Comprehensive Housing Study (c) Planned Campus Community Study (c) Feasibility study alumni retirement community Sports Fields Master Implementation Plan (c, 2001) Parking Improvement Plan (c, 2001) (c) = complete

17 Changing Face of Campus The LRCDP Master Plans & Studies Vandal Athletic Center Master Plan (c, 2000) Visual Identity Guide (c, (, 2000) Life Sciences South Improvement Plan (c, 2003) Arboreta Master Plan (c, 2007) Utility Master Plan (c, 2008) Paradise Creek Relocation, North Campus Entry Plan (in progress) Performance Contracting Technical Assessment (c, 2007) Wayfinding and Signage Master Plan (c, 2009) Agricultural Properties Master Plan (desired) (c) = complete

18 Changing Face of Campus Goal 3, Open Space Preserve and enhance campus open space and landscape as a signature characteristic of the University of Idaho.

19 Changing Face of Campus Goal 3 Objectives 1. Maintain and create a variety of open spaces and landscape 2. Maintain a balance of large, open spaces and more dense areas of use 3. Expand the open space framework 4. Develop and implement design standards to ensure consistency across campus in the use of materials and design elements employed 5 St th d i ff t t t t d t 5. Strengthen and increase efforts to support studentoriented campus elements

20 Changing Face of Campus Goal 3 Objectives (Cont.) 6. Increase campus-wide tree plantings, especially street tree plantings 7. Develop greenbelts and linear parks along campus edges and transition zones in collaboration with the City of Moscow 8. Develop riparian and natural habitats as a part of the open space framework Realigning and re-landscaping the Sweet Avenue reach of Paradise Creek. Complete, Rerouting and re-landscaping the reach of Paradise Creek from Line Street to Stadium Drive Extension.

21 Changing Face of Campus Goal 5, Residential Campus Preserve and enhance the residential campus environment to advance UI s vision/values and to support the Strategic Plan.

22 Changing Face of Campus Goal 5 Objectives 1. Develop facilities to provide inspiring settings for students, faculty, staff and visitors to share social, recreational, academic and cultural experiences 2. Enhance key campus development features to strengthen UI s image, life-long affiliations friends and alumni, and increase campus attractiveness to prospective e students ts and faculty 3. Provide for a range of conveniently located programs and services for UI s diverse populations, both in the campus core and along its periphery

23 Changing Face of Campus Goal 5 Objectives (Cont.) 4. Enhance the appearance of campus streets and greenbelts with trees and other attractive plantings 5. Restore and preserve unique history features in the campus landscape 6. Develop wide walkways to foster spontaneous meetings and a friendly, safe, pedestrian-priority campus environment 7. Enhance campus features that support a safe and secure residential environment

24 North Campus Neighborhood Master Plan North Campus Neighborhood Master Plan December, 1999.

25 North Campus Neighborhood Master Plan Elements of the North Campus Neighborhood Master Plan: 1. Relocation of UI Facilities Services off-site 2. Extend the Academic Mall through the Neighborhood 3. Locate the Student t Recreation Center at the northern terminus of the Academic Mall 4. Improve the quality of the housing facilities by Renovation of existing facilities such as WRC, Theophilus Tower Removal of older, outdated facilities such as Gault-Upham and Park Village Apartments Construction of new residential facilities

26 North Campus Neighborhood Master Plan 5. Extend Stadium Drive from Paradise Creek Street to State Highway 8 (NTP issued October, 2009 Under Construction) 6. Relocate Paradise Creek out from under Paradise Creek Street to north of the Student Recreation Center More closely aligned with historic channel location Repair and renovation of the riparian habitat Improved flood mitigation characteristics Alignment with LRCDP Goals, Objectives and Principles related to Land Use, Open Space, Stewardship, Residential Campus Experience

27 Paradise Creek Ecosystem Restoration Project Aerial view of Moscow circa 1897

28 Paradise Creek Ecosystem Restoration Project Goals, Univ of Idaho University of Idaho Goals and Drivers for the Paradise Creek Project More closely aligned with historic channel location Repair and renovation of the riparian habitat Improved flood mitigation characteristics ti Alignment with LRCDP Goals, Objectives and Principles related to Land Use, Open Space, Stewardship, Residential Campus Experience Research Opportunities

$5,000,000 cap for Federal Funds; Land values and work in kind can count towards the Sponsor s s contribution o Four

29 Paradise Creek Ecosystem Restoration Project Capital Strategy Authority: Section 206, 1996 Water Resources Development Act, Aquatic Ecosystem Restoration Cooperation with a Non-Federal Sponsor (University of Idaho) 65/35 Cost Split; $5,000,000 cap for Federal Funds; Land values and work in kind can count towards the Sponsor s s contribution o Four Part Process: Initial Feasibility Detailed Report & Environmental Assessment Design Construction Project Partnership Agreement

30 Paradise Creek Ecosystem Restoration Project Initial Feasibility Initial Feasibility & Findings Reconnaissance Phase Initiated April 2002 Feasibility initiated January 2003 Robust Non-Federal Agency Sponsor; University of Idaho in cooperation with City of Moscow & Palouse-Clearwater Environmental Institute. Good Public Support in the community as evidenced by results of Public Information and Input meetings. A series of Problems balanced by Opportunities

31 Paradise Creek Ecosystem Restoration Project Problems & Opportunities 1. Problem: A Section of Paradise Creek has been channelized and covered contributing to a fragmented habitat corridor. Opportunity: Re-establish establish a continuous creek and habitat corridor. 2. Problem: The covered section of the creek is armored with rip-rap and concrete contributing to a degraded creek condition. Opportunity: Create a more natural channel with vegetated banks and riparian corridor. 3. Problem: The creek receives untreated storm water runoff from the University of Idaho campus. Opportunity: Construct vegetative (wetland, swales, etc.)or structural (retention/infiltration basins, oil/water separator, etc.) systems to aid in improving water quality.

32 Paradise Creek Ecosystem Restoration Project Problems & Opportunities 4. Problem: Much of the upstream and downstream sections of the channel lack woody vegetation and currently feature numerous invasive species overpopulating channel banks. Opportunity: Revegetate the upstream and down stream sections of the channel with native woody vegetation. 5. Problem: During low flows, water is stagnant increasing water temperature. Opportunity: Create a low flow channel that will allow for better water circulation.

Objectives for the Paradise Creek Project

vegetation corridor along ao Paradise aadsecee

33 Paradise Creek Ecosystem Restoration Project Goals, USACE Army Corps of Engineers Planning Objectives for the Paradise Creek Project Daylight approximately 1,100 feet of Paradise Creek out from under a covered conveyance/channel Establish a riparian vegetation corridor along ao Paradise aadsecee Creek Improve water quality in Paradise Creek Improve aesthetics in the area

34 Paradise Creek Ecosystem Restoration Project - Scope Alternative C: Downstream Restoration Alternative B: Relocated Channel

35 Paradise Creek Ecosystem Restoration Project - Scope Alternative D: Upstream Restoration

36 Paradise Creek Ecosystem Restoration Project - Funding Total Estimated Project Cost, All Phases, per the USACE: Federal Share (65%) $4,349,000 Sponsor Share (35%) $2,342,000* Total $6,691,000 * Value of land (LERRD) dedicated to the project

37 Paradise Creek Ecosystem Restoration Project - Funding Total Federal Funds Expended to Date, Initial Feasibility Phase and Detailed Report & Environmental Assessment Phase (Pre-PPA): FY06 Federal Earmark Obtained via UI $ 195,000 USACE Appropriations $ 291,000 Total $ 486,000

38 Paradise Creek Ecosystem Restoration Project - Funding Federal Funds Available, Design Phase and Construction Implementation Phase (Post PPA): FY08 Federal Earmark Obtained via UI $ 50, American Recovery And Reinvestment Act $3,813,000 Total $3,863,000

39 Paradise Creek Ecosystem Restoration Project - Current Status Current Project Status Reconnaissance Phase Initiated, April 2002 Feasibility Initiated, January 2003 Detailed Project Report and Environmental Assessment Complete, January 2007 Project fully funded via 2009 ARRA, May 2009 University of Idaho Board of Regents Authorization obtained, June 2009 Project Partnership Agreement signed by USACE and University it of Idaho, June 2009 USACE enters negotiation with McMillen LLC, Boise, Aug 2009

40 Paradise Creek Ecosystem Restoration Project - Desired Schedule Desired Project Schedule USACE completes negotiation with McMillen LLC, Boise, Nov 09 Design Phase, Winter 2009/10 through Spring 2010 Construction Phase: Preliminary Work (such as surveying, test bores etc.), November, 2009 Excavation of new main channel begins, April 2010 Completion, October 2010

41 Changing Face of Campus finis Questions?

Academics Efficient use of space will be used to enhance investments in new pedagogies such as active learning classrooms.

Academics Efficient use of space will be used to enhance investments in new pedagogies such as active learning classrooms. Goals and Assumptions Physical Planning Goals and Objectives The guiding principles of this Master Plan were developed in consultation with various constituencies that make up the NMSU community and were