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will be important for both facilities and programming. Organizations with partner funding can also provide assistance with design, outreach and maintenance. Partnerships and relationships with private businesses can also result in easements and use agreements for trails across private land. Private donations are another potential funding source. These may be financial donations from individuals or area corporations or donations of labor from recreation clubs or use agreements. Volunteer efforts related to trail maintenance are very successful in Elk River today to help and also help raise awareness. rants are a way to make Elk River's dollars go further. The City has been successful in securing grant funding. Below is a sample of some grant opportunities that may be available along with websites to visit for more information. II I I �1 1:0111114 I►► The Minnesota DNR is one of the most comprehensive resources when it comes to state funding for park and trail programs. They offer a variety of grant programs and technical assistance. Current programs provide assistance for cross country skiing trails, mountain biking trails, horseback riding trails, and recreational trails. Some programs also offer assistance for the development of parks or for trail amenities such as restrooms, lightning, benches, etc. Each of the Minnesota DNR grant programs is unique. The DNR should be consulted before pursuing a grant to clarify funding availability and qualifications. Most trail or bikeway improvement projects funded through Minnesota DOT also have a portion which is federal dollars. Since June 9, 1998 there have been three federal bills (TEA -21, ISTEA & SAFETEA- LU) enacted to fund transportation improvements. Examples of programs typically funding trail or sidewalk improvement projects include Safe Routes to School or the Regional Solicitation managed by the Metropolitan Council Transportation Advisory Board. the Regional Solicitation. Given the size of these grants the City should begin preparing in advance for future applications by identify the type of improvement, the right -of -way needs, preliminary layout, and cost estimates. CLEAN WATER, LAND AND LEGACY LAAAKA1.11urha— am On Nov. 4 2008, Minnesota voters approved the Clean Water, Land and Legacy Amendment to the Minnesota State Constitution which increased the general sales and use tax rate by three - eighths of one percentage point (0.375 %) to 6.875% and dedicated the additional proceeds for the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund, the Outdoor Heritage Fund, Clean Water Fund, and Parks and Trails Fund. Funding from the Legacy Amendment is administered by a variety of agencies such as the Department of Natural Resources, Pollution Control Agency, Department of Health, Historical Society, Minnesota State Arts Board and regional art councils. A number of new grant programs were created. Information about grant opportunities can be found on individual state department and organization websites. 411111 w. lilt I 11UM"OUIRM ' 3110 There are foundations and non - profits that are interested in fulfilling their missions by supporting local projects. There are a number of on -line tools that can assist with the process of identifying additional foundations that may financially support park, trail, and bikeway improvements. The Minnesota Council of Foundations is a great starting point for identifying foundations. Another good starting point is to consider the businesses within Elk River and using their websites to see if they have a foundation or charitable giving department. In addition to retailers and manufacturers, be sure to consider businesses such as the railroad, energy providers and communications companies. O H a H Z W 2 W J CL 2