TRAIL MASTER PLAN DRAFT. Broken Bow, Nebraska Adopted: Month, JEO Project No.:

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1 TRAIL MASTER PLAN DRAFT Broken Bow, Nebraska Adopted: Month, 2017 JEO Project No.:

2 City of Broken Bow Mayor Cecil Burt City Council Members Rod Sonnichsen, President Neal Neth Chris Myers Jacob Holcomb City Administrator Brent Clark Park Board Lindsay Divan - Chairman Matt Blakeman Jeff Oeltjen Carlene Albin Justin Province Sandy Bates Stephanie Evans Leadership Custer County Brent Clark Stephanie Evans Kim Schipporeit Mona Weatherly Joel Varah JEO Consulting Group, Inc. Jeffrey Ray Tonya Carlson Julie Ogden Terry Meier Broken Bow Trail Master Plan Broken Bow, Nebraska April

3 Introduction Trail Planning Trail Phasing Opinion of Costs Trail Funding Broken Bow Trail Master Plan Broken Bow, Nebraska April

4 Trails provide an alternative form of transportation and recreation as well as connections between parks and other amenities.the City of Broken Bow has recognized the need and importance of providing trails within and surrounding the community. As walkers, joggers, and/ or bicyclists, Broken Bow residents are placing an increasing value on the ability to utilize a future trail system in their community whether for scenery, exercise, getting safely from one place to another, or simply having the ability to recreate outdoors on a dedicated linear park facility. Broken Bow has many recreational opportunities for all age segments of the community s population, but many are not safely accessible to pedestrians or cyclists. One way to connect parks, schools, and community destinations is to develop a comprehensive trail system. There are specific points of interest within and adjacent to Broken Bow that will benefit from trail connections. Such a trail system will provide alternative transportation routes and short and long recreational outings for pleasure and exercise. Studies indicate that 50 percent of car excursions are less than three miles, a distance that could easily be covered by foot or bicycle. By using local neighborhood trails for transportation, not only can residents exercise and recreate but can also save money from some automobile related expenses. Value of Trails The greatest overall use of trail facilities is for recreational purposes. The primary function of trail use is to promote recreation and public health while adding to the green space in and around the City of Broken Bow. This is a direct benefit to all citizens which contributes to the quality of life in Broken Bow. Trails offer an alternative mode of transportation, connection of residential neighborhoods to community amenities, and contribute to a healthier environment and population. Trails assist in protecting resources and preserving open space by defining areas free of human habitation and development. Trails can also lead to economic development in a community by promoting tourism and related businesses. Purpose of Master Plan This prepared trail master plan analyzes and recommends trail alignments and amenities for an interconnected trail system and regional extensions for the City of Broken Bow. The purpose of the master plan is to provide quantitative information, guide the process of future development, safe use, and operation of the Broken Bow Trail Master Plan as a non-motorized recreational and commuter trail system. This master plan also establishes itself as a useful tool when applying for funding to implement the phases of construction of the Broken Bow Trail System. The goal of the plan was to identify the best route for a multi-use looping trail in and around the community and to connect the city s many amenities and facilities, including, but not limited to: city parks, public schools, Custer County Fairgrounds, Mid-Plains Community College, One Box Convention Center, Kinkaider Brewing Company, and Broken Bow Downtown Business District. Figure 1 identifies the location of these existing destinations. Broken Bow Trail Master Plan Broken Bow, Nebraska April

5 18th Avenue 17th Avenue 14th Avenue Gates County Road 2nd Avenue Arapahoe Lane Pawnee Lane Buffalo Run Road Figure 1: Broken Bow Trail Destinations Kinkaider Brewing Company 17th Avenue Broken Bow Trail Master Plan Trail Destinations Myers Road 16th Avenue N. "N" Street 15th Avenue 14th Avenue 12th Avenue N. "K" Street N. "M" Street N. "L" Street Indian Hills Park North Park Elementary School 9th Avenue 5th Avenue Laurel Parkway Drive Melham Park Legend Corporate Limits Zoning Jurisdiction Parcels Trail Destinations Broken Bow Country Club Westridge Drive Sioux Lane 16th Avenue N. "C" Street 15th Avenue N. "G" Street N. "F" Street Memorial Drive 13th Avenue N. "B" Street Broken Bow Public Schools 10th Avenue 9th Avenue 8th Avenue 7th Avenue 6th Avenue Hillcrest Drive Mid-Plains Community College One Box Convention Center Bowmar Drive Webster Avenue Tomahawk Park Prairie Pioneer Center 16th Avenue S. "D" Street 13th Avenue S. "G" Street S. "H" Street 12th Avenue 11th Avenue Downtown Business District S. "F" Street S. "B" Street S. "C" Street Custer Elementary School S. "J" Street 8th Avenue 7th Avenue 6th Avenue 3rd Avenue South Park S. "D" Street 1st Avenue Industrial Park Avenue Highway 2 Highway 92 Thelma Street Custer County Fair Grounds Avenue "B" This map was prepared using information from record drawings supplied by JEO and/or other applicable city, county, federal, or public or private entities. JEO does not guarantee the accuracy of this map or the information used to prepare this map. This is not a scaled plat. Created By: T.Carlson Date: March 2017 Revised: Software: ArcGIS Project ID: S. "N" Street Highway Broken Bow Trail Master Plan Broken Bow, Nebraska April 2017 Miles Source: Esri, DigitalGlobe, GeoEye, Earthstar Geographics, CNES/Airbus DS, USDA, USGS, AEX, Getmapping, Aerogrid, IGN, IGP, swisstopo, and the GIS User Community 1:16,000 5

6 In developing the trail plan it was necessary to evaluate any existing trails, identify all amenities to be connected, and analyze any known obstacles. Once evaluation of the community was completed, the trail alignment and design features could be planned and implementation strategies prescribed. Existing Trails and Conditions In review of existing facilities, the only current trails are within Melham Park. The only other existing trail facilities are the sidewalks within the street right-of-ways. There are also no current easements or outlots in place for trail development. Future trail development will likely occur within street/road rights-of-way, on public lands, or on private lands through property acquisition, dedication, or use of easements. In analyzing the topography and built environment in and around Broken Bow, several obstacles or challenges for trail development will be Muddy Creek, the railroad, and Highway 2 and 21. Although Muddy Creek does create an obstacle in some places, it is also an opportunity to provide an east-west connection through the community. The active railroad can only be crossed at at-grade crossings so this limits the number of north-south trail routes through the city. Highway crossings should be done at intersections where traffic can be slowed or stopped and trails along the highway shall be separated from the pavement as much as possible. Trail Alignment and Design Features The trail alignment will follow state, county, and municipal roads; public land; and along lot parcel lines of privately owned property via future dedicated easements as shown in Figure 2 (Proposed Trail Concept and Alignment). A system of eight to ten foot wide trail with crushed limestone or concrete surface and soft shoulder will accommodate a wide variety of non-motorized uses including pedestrian, recreational, fitness-minded, commuting bicyclists, and others. Environmentally-sensitive design will respect existing environmentally sensitive landscapes, provide positive drainage, use native plants, and enhance degraded natural resources. Development of multiple trail heads, connection to at least 13 different destinations, and the intersection of various roads and streets will provide many access points for local and regional users. The Proposed Trail Concept and Alignment is designed so that every residence within city limits is within four blocks or less from a trail connection. The trail will provide a connection to community facilities including city parks, the community college, public schools, the downtown business district, the convention center, other recreational or public facilities, and residential developments. Directional, mileage marker, and regulatory signage will help orient trail users and inform them about trail guidelines, distances, and location. Interpretive signage will feature cultural, environmental, and historic information of the community and surrounding area. Safety and security features should include delineation between trail and adjacent neighbors (ie. vegetative buffers or fencing). Broken Bow Trail Master Plan Broken Bow, Nebraska April

7 Trail amenities should include benches, kiosks, and garbage cans. Design features will maximize the trail s aesthetic and functional qualities. Community involvement in trail management and crime prevention will be encouraged. Project Implementation The Broken Bow Trail System construction is divided into six phases. These phases are proposed based on need of the community and connection of the downtown, school facilities, and residential developments. Trail segments oriented along streets/roads utilizing sidewalks shall be upgraded to eight to ten foot trail widths when sidewalk improvements are warranted. The city shall determine where improvements are located and how they are paid for. The City of Broken Bow will determine the use of budgeted funds or apply for funding to conduct the layout, engineering, and construction of various trails through agencies that are connected to recreation, natural resources, transportation, and governmental initiatives. New developments and subdivisions shall observe planned locations of trails and design such trails into platting of land. The City of Broken Bow will work in close coordination with project partners who are planning capital improvement projects in or near the Broken Bow Trail System right-ofways to make the most of any opportunity to reduce or share project implementation costs. Through public input, it was determined that many in the community would like a regional trail system which extends outside the corporate limits and zoning jurisdiction of Broken Bow. Community members expressed the main regional trail priority was to connect Broken Bow with other Custer County communities. Connections to regional recreational facilities like Victoria Springs State Recreation Area and Pressey State Wildlife Management Area were also noted. The Broken Bow Trail Master Plan scope only proposes trails within the City s zoning jurisdiction, but regional trails could be explored in future studies and plans by regional entities. Broken Bow Trail Master Plan Broken Bow, Nebraska April

8 Bowmar Drive 18th Avenue 17th Avenue Gates County Road 2nd Avenue Arapahoe Lane Pawnee Lane Buffalo Run Road Figure 2: Proposed Trail Concept and Alignment 17th Avenue Broken Bow Trail Master Plan Legend 9th Avenue Corporate Limits Zoning Jurisdiction Myers Road Westridge Drive Sioux Lane 16th Avenue 15th Avenue N. "N" Street N. "M" Street N. "L" Street 14th Avenue 13th Avenue 12th Avenue Memorial Drive N. "K" Street N. "J" Street 11th Avenue 10th Avenue 9th Avenue N. "H" Street N. "G" Street N. "F" Street 5th Avenue Laurel Parkway Drive Hillcrest Drive Trails Proposed Trail Existing Trail Proposed Sidewalk Improvements Existing Sidewalk Improvements Proposed Paved Shoulder 17th Avenue 16th Avenue 15th Avenue N. "D" Street N. "D" Street N. "C" Street N. "C" Street N. "B" Street 7th Avenue 6th Avenue S. "A" Street Webster Avenue 16th Avenue 15th Avenue 14th Avenue 13th Avenue 12th Avenue S. "B" Street S. "C" Street S. "D" Street S. "G" Street S. "H" Street S. "J" Street 11th Avenue 10th Avenue S. "F" Street 8th Avenue 7th Avenue 6th Avenue Judge Street S. "L" Street 4th Avenue 2nd Avenue 1st Avenue Highway 2 Highway 92 Thelma Street S. "G" Street 3rd Avenue Industrial Park Avenue Avenue "B" This map was prepared using information from record drawings supplied by JEO and/or other applicable city, county, federal, or public or private entities. JEO does not guarantee the accuracy of this map or the information used to prepare this map. This is not a scaled plat. Created By: T.Carlson Date: April 2017 Revised: Software: ArcGIS Project ID: S. "N" Street Highway Miles Source: Esri, DigitalGlobe, GeoEye, Earthstar Geographics, CNES/Airbus DS, USDA, USGS, AEX, Getmapping, Aerogrid, IGN, IGP, swisstopo, and the GIS User Community 1:16,000 Broken Bow Trail Master Plan Broken Bow, Nebraska April

9 The Broken Bow Trail Master Plan has identified proposed routes for a looping trail system in and around the community. Due to trail construction expense, land acquisition and/or easements, and other factors or limitations, the Trail Master Plan has separated the Broken Bow trail system into six different phases as shown in Figure 3. Trail layout is conceptual. Final location and configuration will be based on lot configuration, topography, land purchase and agreements, cost, and other factors. The letter of each phase does not necessarily correspond with the priority level of that trail phase. Trail segments in any of the phases are permissible to be implemented depending upon development and funding opportunities. Phase A Muddy Creek Connection Opportunities From west to east, a trail along Muddy creek would connect: Country Club Golf Course, Tomahawk Park, Prairie Pioneer Center, Downtown Business District, and Custer County Fairgrounds Provides a trail route that is interrupted very little by roads or other crossings Trail is adjacent to neighborhoods providing residents with access Trail is along a waterway therefore more natural and aesthetic than a neighborhood trail Trail is adjacent to many businesses providing access to customers and employees Challenges Land acquisition of certain portions of the proposed trail alignment Grading and topography challenges Narrowness of waterway corridor Adjacency to the rail line and coordination with the railroad company Coordination with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to determine if Waters of the U.S. would be impacted by trail construction Possible additional trail maintenance if flooding occurs Phase B North Neighborhood Loop, Melham Park, and 5th Avenue Connection Opportunities Completes trail loop around lake in Melham Park Creates a loop in the residential neighborhood north of Memorial Drive Provides connections to Melham Park, South Park, Indian Hills Park, North Park, North Park Elementary School, and the eastern edge of the Downtown Business District Trail is adjacent to and within existing neighborhoods Challenges Land Acquisition Crossing of Highway 2 at 5th Avenue Numerous street crossings Broken Bow Trail Master Plan Broken Bow, Nebraska April

10 Interfacing with residential driveways and backing out vehicles Widening of existing sidewalks for trail within right-of-way and working around established trees and other obstacles Phase C Memorial Drive Connection Opportunities Trail is adjacent to and within existing neighborhoods Provides a connection from the Country Club Golf Course to the Custer County Fairgrounds Provides a connection to Melham Park and Broken Bow Middle School and High School complex Phase C and Phase A create a large linear trail loop within the community Challenges Land acquisition Numerous street crossings Interfacing with residential driveways and backing out vehicles Widening of existing sidewalks for trail within right-of-way and working around established trees and other obstacles At-grade railroad crossing on western portion of Memorial Drive Adjacency to Highway 2 Phase D Convention Center, College, and South Neighborhood Connection Opportunities Trail is adjacent to and within existing neighborhoods Provides a connection to Mid-plains Community College, One Box Convention Center, and other growing business development on the western edge of Broken Bow Provides trail access to Custer Elementary School, the southern edge of the Downtown Business District, Golden LivingCenter, and commercial development on the eastern side of Broken Bow Challenges Land acquisition Numerous street crossings Interfacing with residential driveways and backing out vehicles Widening of existing sidewalks for trail within right-of-way and working around established trees and other obstacles Crossing of Highway 2 at the western edge of the community and crossing Highway 21 at G Street Broken Bow Trail Master Plan Broken Bow, Nebraska April

11 Phase E Northern Rural Trail Connection Opportunities Rural landscape surroundings Trail connection of existing residential development north and northwest of Broken Bow to Melham Park Roads are currently often used for exercise Trail connection to Kinkaider Brewing Company Challenges Land acquisition Adjacency to rural road section Trail segment through existing residential requires either street usage or reduction of curbside grassed area Interfacing with residential driveways and backing out vehicles Phase F Sidewalk Improvements Opportunities Provides better pedestrian connectivity, safety, and ADA accessibility in areas where trails are not possible Provides connections to the Downtown Business District, and business development east and west along Highway 2 Provides direct access to Broken Bow Middle School and High School complex along 9th Avenue Provides aesthetic improvements to Broken Bow s main community entrances (Highway 2) Trail is adjacent to and within existing neighborhoods Challenges Crossing of Highway 2 at 9th and 10th Avenues Numerous street crossings Where sidewalks do not already exist, interfacing with residential and commercial driveways and backing out vehicles Widening of existing sidewalks for trail within right-of-way and working around established trees and other obstacles Adjacency to Highway 2 Broken Bow Trail Master Plan Broken Bow, Nebraska April

12 Bowmar Drive 18th Avenue 17th Avenue Gates County Road 2nd Avenue Arapahoe Lane Pawnee Lane Buffalo Run Road Figure 3: Trail Phasing 17th Avenue Broken Bow Trail Master Plan Trail Phasing 9th Avenue Legend Corporate Limits N. "N" Street Zoning Jurisdiction Myers Road Westridge Drive Sioux Lane 16th Avenue 15th Avenue N. "M" Street N. "L" Street 14th Avenue 13th Avenue 12th Avenue Memorial Drive N. "K" Street N. "J" Street 11th Avenue 10th Avenue 9th Avenue N. "H" Street N. "G" Street N. "F" Street 5th Avenue Laurel Parkway Drive Hillcrest Drive Trails Phase A Phase B Phase C Phase D Phase E Phase F - Sidewalk Improvements 17th Avenue 16th Avenue 15th Avenue N. "D" Street N. "D" Street N. "C" Street N. "C" Street N. "B" Street 7th Avenue 6th Avenue S. "A" Street Webster Avenue 16th Avenue 15th Avenue 14th Avenue 13th Avenue 12th Avenue S. "B" Street S. "C" Street S. "D" Street S. "G" Street S. "H" Street S. "J" Street 11th Avenue 10th Avenue S. "F" Street 8th Avenue 7th Avenue 6th Avenue Judge Street S. "L" Street 4th Avenue 2nd Avenue 1st Avenue Highway 2 Highway 92 Thelma Street S. "G" Street 3rd Avenue Industrial Park Avenue Avenue "B" This map was prepared using information from record drawings supplied by JEO and/or other applicable city, county, federal, or public or private entities. JEO does not guarantee the accuracy of this map or the information used to prepare this map. This is not a scaled plat. Created By: T.Carlson Date: April 2017 Revised: Software: ArcGIS Project ID: S. "N" Street Highway Broken Bow Trail Master Plan Broken Bow, Nebraska April 2017 Miles Source: Esri, DigitalGlobe, GeoEye, Earthstar Geographics, CNES/Airbus DS, USDA, USGS, AEX, Getmapping, Aerogrid, IGN, IGP, swisstopo, and the GIS User Community 1:16,000 12

13 The opinion of costs are based on several assumptions. These projected costs are based on 2017 estimates, and it is suggested such estimates will inflate by nearly 3% each year. The costs are assuming the trail will be constructed of 6 concrete and include earthwork, subgrade preparation, necessary drainage infrastructure, signs, seeding, mulching, etc. The following explanations to the engineer s opinion of cost are offered and a more detailed study is required at the time construction documents are prepared: Estimates are based on 8 wide trail for Phases 1 and 2, and 10 wide trail for Phases 3, 4, and 5. If federal or RTP funds are anticipated, they would likely require justification for not constructing a 10 trail. Where there are specific design constraints significantly impacting cost, an 8 trail may be justified. The estimate does not include any acquisition right-of-way costs for any of the phases. Opinion of costs are prepared per phase/segment for funding purposes. The cost is slightly lower for bridge widening (per linear foot) than construction of new pedestrian bridges, but agency coordination with NDOR, County, and the city may dictate the preferred method. If trail construction is anticipated to be within the creek banks, coordination with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will be required and could increase the costs for that phase. If wetlands are found within the creek and are impacted by the project, additional costs for mitigation may also need to be added. Broken Bow Trail Master Plan Broken Bow, Nebraska April

14 OPINION OF COST BROKEN BOW TRAIL PLAN BROKEN BOW, NEBRASKA JEO PROJECT NO APRIL 2017 ITEM NO. UNIT DESCRIPTION QUANTITY UNIT PRICE TOTAL Broken Bow Trail Plan - Phase A 1-1 LS Mobilization , , ACRE General Clearing & Grubbing , , CY Earthwork 40, , SY Concrete Class 47B-3500 Sidewalk , SF Detectable Warning Panel , SY 6" Concrete Class 47B-3500 Trail (8 foot) 17, , SY Subgrade Preparation 24, , LF Bridge Widening For Trail , , EACH At-Grade Railroad Crossing , , EACH Signs , ACRE Seeding , , TON Mulch , Subtotal Construction Cost Misc. 20% Engineering & Construction 20% TOTAL PHASE 1 ESTIMATE 1,863, , , ,683, Broken Bow Trail Plan - Phase B 2-1 LS Mobilization , , ACRE General Clearing & Grubbing , , CY Earthwork 20, , SY Concrete Class 47B-3500 Sidewalk , SF Detectable Warning Panel , SY 6" Concrete Class 47B-3500 Trail (8 foot) 9, , SY Subgrade Preparation 13, , EACH At-Grade Railroad Crossing , , EACH Signs , ACRE Seeding , , TON Mulch , Subtotal Construction Cost Misc. 20% Engineering & Construction 20% TOTAL PHASE 2 ESTIMATE 963, , , ,386, Broken Bow Trail Master Plan Broken Bow, Nebraska April

15 OPINION OF COST BROKEN BOW TRAIL PLAN BROKEN BOW, NEBRASKA JEO PROJECT NO APRIL 2017 ITEM NO. UNIT DESCRIPTION QUANTITY UNIT PRICE TOTAL Broken Bow Trail Plan - Phase C 3-1 LS Mobilization , , ACRE General Clearing & Grubbing , , CY Earthwork 4, , SY Concrete Class 47B-3500 Sidewalk , SF Detectable Warning Panel , SY 6" Concrete Class 47B-3500 Trail (10 foot) 2, , SY Subgrade Preparation 3, , EACH At-Grade Railroad Crossing , , EACH Signs ACRE Seeding , , TON Mulch Subtotal Construction Cost Misc. 20% Engineering & Construction 20% TOTAL PHASE 3 ESTIMATE 315, , , , Broken Bow Trail Plan - Phase D 4-1 LS Mobilization , , ACRE General Clearing & Grubbing , , CY Earthwork 31, , SY Concrete Class 47B-3500 Sidewalk , SF Detectable Warning Panel , SY 6" Concrete Class 47B-3500 Trail (10 foot) 17, , SY Subgrade Preparation 24, , EACH Signs , ACRE Seeding , , TON Mulch , Subtotal Construction Cost Misc. 20% Engineering & Construction 20% TOTAL PHASE 4 ESTIMATE 1,512, , , ,177, Broken Bow Trail Master Plan Broken Bow, Nebraska April

16 OPINION OF COST BROKEN BOW TRAIL PLAN BROKEN BOW, NEBRASKA JEO PROJECT NO APRIL 2017 ITEM NO. UNIT DESCRIPTION QUANTITY UNIT PRICE TOTAL Broken Bow Trail Plan - Phase E 5-1 LS Mobilization , , ACRE General Clearing & Grubbing , , CY Earthwork 42, , SY Concrete Class 47B-3500 Sidewalk , SF Detectable Warning Panel , SY 6" Concrete Class 47B-3500 Trail (10 foot) 23, ,306, SY Subgrade Preparation 33, , EACH Signs , ACRE Seeding , , TON Mulch , Subtotal Construction Cost Misc. 20% Engineering & Construction 20% TOTAL PLAN ESTIMATE 2,017, , , ,905, ITEM NO. UNIT DESCRIPTION QUANTITY UNIT PRICE TOTAL Broken Bow Trail Plan - Phase F 6-1 LS Mobilization , , ACRE General Clearing & Grubbing , , CY Earthwork 4, , SY Concrete Class 47B-3500 Sidewalk 5, , SF Detectable Warning Panel , SY Subgrade Preparation 7, , EACH Signs ACRE Seeding , , TON Mulch , Subtotal Construction Cost Misc. 20% Engineering & Construction 20% TOTAL PLAN ESTIMATE 467, , , , Broken Bow Trail Master Plan Broken Bow, Nebraska April

17 OPINION OF COST BROKEN BOW TRAIL PLAN BROKEN BOW, NEBRASKA JEO PROJECT NO APRIL 2017 ITEM NO. UNIT DESCRIPTION QUANTITY UNIT PRICE TOTAL Broken Bow Trail Plan - Phases A-F 1 LS Mobilization , ,890 2 ACRE General Clearing & Grubbing , ,000 3 CY Earthwork 144, ,441,050 4 SY Concrete Class 47B-3500 Sidewalk 7, ,680 5 SF Detectable Warning Panel 1, ,600 6 SY 6" Concrete Class 47B-3500 Trail 70, ,885,260 7 SY Subgrade Preparation 107, ,670 8 LF Pedestrian Bridge , LF Bridge Widening For Trail , , EACH At-Grade Railroad Crossing , , EACH Signs , ACRE Seeding , , TON Mulch ,400 Subtotal Construction Cost Misc. 20% Engineering & Construction 20% TOTAL PLAN ESTIMATE 7,139,950 1,427,990 1,713,590 10,281,530 PHASE A ESTIMATE 2,683,430 PHASE B ESTIMATE 1,386,730 PHASE C ESTIMATE 454,960 PHASE D ESTIMATE 2,177,830 PHASE E ESTIMATE 2,905,440 PHASE F ESTIMATE 673,140 Broken Bow Trail Master Plan Broken Bow, Nebraska April

18 Funding for trail programs can be difficult to find; but with time, dedication, and hard work, the City of Broken Bow can make this trail system a reality. One single source of money will not make the trail system successful, nor should the city expend all its energy and try for one type of funding. There should be a mix of federal, state, local private and public funds in order to make this trail project an actuality. The small donations from a local organization or resident is just as important as government and corporate funding. Likewise, the community must have buy-in to the trail project(s) and the city must have an active role in promotion of the proposed trail system in order to attract financial support. Funding sources usually consist of grants, donations, fundraising, corporate sponsorships, federal aid, state aid, and local community aid. The labor force to complete the trail can be volunteers, park and trail committees, youth groups, and community service workers and would potentially decrease the costs significantly. Having cooperative agreements between many sources will create the ownership necessary from the people involved and make the project successful. The following descriptions are suggestions of where to look and apply for funding. The list is not an all-inclusive list and further research could identify more opportunities in the life of the trail system project. Community Development Assistance Act The Community Development Assistance Act (CDAA) was created in 1985 by the Nebraska Legislature to encourage financial support by businesses to community betterment organizations in their efforts to implement community service and development projects in chronic economically distressed areas. CDAA empowers the Department of Economic Development to distribute a 40 percent state tax credit to businesses, corporations, insurance firms or financial institutions or individuals that make eligible contributions of cash, services or materials to approved community betterment projects. Five types of projects may qualify through the program. Eligible projects include, employment training, human and medical services, physical facility and neighborhood development services, recreational and educational activities and crime prevention. Application deadline: None. Maximum award: 25,000 in tax credits (generates 62,500 in private donations) For more information, go to: Broken Bow Trail Master Plan Broken Bow, Nebraska April

19 General Obligation Bonds General Obligation (GO) bonds are backed by property taxes, and are issued by the City for a wide array of community betterment projects. For more information, go to: statute / Land and Water Conservation Fund The Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) Act of 1965 seeks to provide outdoor recreation opportunities for all Americans. Funding is made available through royalty revenues from offshore leasing contracts with mineral extracting companies. Nebraska appropriates 60% of the fund for local subdivision recreation projects and retains 40% of the fund for statewide projects within the State Park System. As required by Congress, proposed recreation projects must be in accordance with the State Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP). The reimbursable program provides grants for up to 50% of project costs. Local governments/ political subdivisions must assure the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission that they have the financial resources to complete and maintain projects in desired operations and settings. Examples of eligible projects include playgrounds, ball fields, soccer fields, picnicking facilities, camping facilities, golf courses, tennis courts, shelters, acquisition and development, and related support facilities. Maximum grant: None specified. Match requirement: 50% non-federal Application deadline: October 1st For more information, go to: LWCF%20App% pdf Local Option Sales Tax Any Nebraska county or incorporated municipality may impose a local sales and use tax upon approval by a majority of their voters in a regular election. The local tax applies to the identical transactions subject to the state sales and use tax, with the exception of direct-to-home satellite programming. Local option taxes of 0.5, 1, and 1.5 may be approved by city or county voters. The tax is collected and remitted to the state and is then allocated back to the municipalities after deducting the amount of refunds made and a three percent administrative fee. Effective July 19, 2012 and pursuant to LB357, municipalities may, with voter approval a sales and use tax equal to 1.75 to 2.0. The proceeds from the rate in excess of 1.5 shall be used for public infrastructure projects or voter-approved infrastructure related to an economic development program as defined in section Public infrastructure project means and includes, but is not limited to, any of the following projects, or any combination thereof: Public highways and bridges and municipal roads, streets, bridges, and sidewalks; solid waste management facilities; wastewater, storm water, and water treatment works and systems, water distribution facilities, and water resources projects, including, but not limited to, Broken Bow Trail Master Plan Broken Bow, Nebraska April

20 pumping stations, transmission lines, and mains and their appurtenances; hazardous waste disposal systems; resource recovery systems; airports; port facilities; buildings and capital equipment used in the operation of municipal government; convention and tourism facilities; redevelopment projects as defined in section ; mass transit and other transportation systems, including parking facilities; and equipment necessary for the provision of municipal services. No municipal sales and use tax shall be imposed at a rate greater than one and one-half percent or increased to a rate greater than one and one-half percent unless the municipality is a party to an interlocal agreement pursuant to the Interlocal Cooperation Act or a joint public agency agreement pursuant to the Joint Public Agency Act with a political subdivision within the municipality or the county in which the municipality is located creating a separate legal or administrative entity relating to a public infrastructure project. Broken Bow currently has a 1.5 voter enacted local option sales tax. For more information, go to: MAP-21 Transportation Alternatives Program Federal (TE & Safe Routes to School) MAP-21 combines previous biking and walking funding programs Transportation Enhancements (TE), Safe Routes to School and Recreational Trails into one program: Transportation Alternatives. Funding for the Recreational Trails Program is taken off the top, then remaining TA funding is divided up into two equal pots: 50% will be distributed by the state DOT through a competitive grant process and 50% will be distributed according to the share of population with the state. MPOs with populations greater than 200,000 will administer their own grant process; the other communities will be funded through the state DOT s grant process. The Transportation Alternatives (TA) Program is currently full through Fiscal Year 2021, so NDOR will not be conducting a competitive selection process until 2018 or For more information, go to: programs/tap/ Private/Charitable Foundation Private/charitable foundations are legal entities set up by an individual, a family or a group of individuals, for a purpose such as philanthropy. The Custer County Community Foundation, is an example of such a foundation. Recreational Trails Program The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission administers the Recreational Trails Program (RTP) on behalf of the Federal Highway Administration. This fund uses refunds of fuel taxes paid by off-road recreational vehicles. 30% of the funding is dedicated to motorized trails, Broken Bow Trail Master Plan Broken Bow, Nebraska April

21 30% of the funding is dedicated to non-motorized trails and the remaining 40% of the funding is dedicated to diversified use trails. Examples of eligible projects include construction of recreational trails, acquisition of land for trails, bridges for trails, support facilities such as trailheads, parking, and restrooms. Grant range: 50, ,000 Match requirement: 20% non-federal Deadline: September 1st For more information, go to: RTP-Grant-Application.pdf Special Assessment Districts Certain improvements, such as parking lots and sidewalk improvements can be financed by special assessments. This method of financing is a tax upon a property owner for a portion of the costs incurred by the City for a particular improvement. Second Class Cities: See Section , of the Nebraska Revised Statues. For more information, go to: Tax Increment Financing Tax Increment Financing (TIF) is a tool that encourages private development in areas experiencing blight and disinvestments, typically areas in or near downtown. A TIF program provides a method for financing public costs associated with a private development project by using the projected increase in property tax revenue resulting from the private development. TIF bonds allow the developer to retire the public costs over a period of 15 years. During the time the bonds are outstanding, each taxing jurisdiction receives its original share of tax revenue or pre-tif project tax revenues. The advantage of TIF is that it enables a local government to borrow against future tax revenues generated by a redevelopment project. See Section through of the Nebraska Revised Statutes. For more information, go to: statute / Lower Loup Natural Resources District The Lower Loup Natural Resources District has numerous cost-sharing programs to assist local government with developing an awareness and concern for natural resource conservation and management. Contact the Lower Loup Natural Resources District to discuss individual projects For more information, go to: Broken Bow Trail Master Plan Broken Bow, Nebraska April