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Request for Action To Item Number Mayor and City Council 4.3 Agenda Section Meeting Date Prepared by Consent March 16, 2020 Michael Hecker, Parks and Recreation Director Item Description Reviewed by Outdoor Recreation Grant Application for Orono Jenna Fabish, Assistant City Engineer Park Reviewed by Cal Portner, City Administrator Action Requested Authorize, by motion, the application submittal for the 2020 Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Outdoor Recreation Grant Program for federal funding for recreation improvements at Orono Park. Background/Discussion The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is soliciting applications for its Outdoor Recreation Grant Program. The grant program will reimburse for up to 50% of the eligible costs up to maximum of $250,000. The grant must participate in the cost of one or more major recreation facilities as outlined in the grant program manual (i.e. picnic shelters, sports fields and courts and internal park trails). Applications are due by Friday March 27, 2020. The federal funding is available through the Land and Water Conservation Fund and subject to its funding requirements. Accepting of the funding would require Orono Park to remain a park into perpetuity including the portion west of Gary Street and east of the YMCA. Upon award, the city must record a condition with the deed that notifies the public of the grant and its requirements. The Parks and Recreation reviewed the application and recommend the City Council authorize submitting the application. Financial Impact The grant program would provide up to $250,000 for recreation improvements. Attachments  Orono Park Master Plan  Resolution The Elk River Vision A welcoming community with revolutionary and spirited resourcefulness, exceptional service, and community engagement that encourages and inspires prosperity