1. www.dcnr.state.pa.us Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Bureau of Recreation and Conservation Community Conservation Partnerships Program (C2P2) -- 2012 Grant Workshop

2. www.dcnr.state.pa.us Partnership: DCNR and Pennsylvania Recreation and Park Society (PRPS) Partner with DCNR for Grant Workshops and other initiatives Principal PA organization promoting quality recreation and park opportunities Provides education, training, and technical assistance for local, county, state and federal recreation and park providers Kim Woodward, Executive Director

3. www.dcnr.state.pa.us Today’s Agenda I.Introduction II.What’s new with DCNR- Bureau of Recreation and Conservation? III.Community Conservation Partnerships Program (C2P2)

4. www.dcnr.state.pa.us Today’s Agenda IV. Environmental eGrants V. Summary and Questions VI. Break Out Sessions: Development, Planning, and Land Acquisition VII. Trail Project Session

5. www.dcnr.state.pa.us What’s New? New Secretary of DCNR: Richard J. Allan

6. www.dcnr.state.pa.us What’s New? New Bureau of Recreation and Conservation Director: Lauren S. Imgrund

7. www.dcnr.state.pa.us What’s New? New Bureau Home Page: ww.dcnr.state.pa.us/brc/index.htm C2P2 Guidance Documents Technical Assistance Apply for Environmental eGrants

8. www.dcnr.state.pa.us Greening our Grant Program “Greening Parks and Sustainable Practices” eGrants web page: On-Line Resources

9. www.dcnr.state.pa.us PNDI Receipt requirement

10. www.dcnr.state.pa.us 2012 C2P2 Funding Priorities www.paoutdoorrecplan.com The Pennsylvania State Outdoor Recreation Plan: 2009-2013 “The Keystone of Healthy Living”

11. www.dcnr.state.pa.us 2012 C2P2 Funding Priorities Rehabilitation of existing and development of new park and recreation facilities Trail projects that close gaps Implementation of Rivers Conservation Plans

12. www.dcnr.state.pa.us 2012 C2P2 Funding Priorities Land Conservation: Critical habitat, Key connectors, Community Parks Regional Initiatives: Conservation Landscape Initiatives, Heritage Areas, and Statewide Significant Greenways Sustainable Park Planning

13. www.dcnr.state.pa.us Americans with Disabilities Act 2010 Accessibility Standards Full Compliance required 3/15/12 DCNR using 2010 standards NOW Self Evaluations and Transition Plans Questions on Accessibility Contacts:  Department of Justice: www.ada.govwww.ada.gov Voice: 1-800-514-0301 TTY: 1-800-514-0383  US Access Board: www.access-board.gov/gs.htmwww.access-board.gov/gs.htm Voice: 1-800-872-2253 TTY: 1-800-993-2822

14. www.dcnr.state.pa.us Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):Common Issues Parking Accessible Routes Amenities –Playgrounds –Pavilions –Sports Fields Proper Signage

15. www.dcnr.state.pa.us ADA: DRAFT Guidelines for Outdoor Recreation Areas---Trails 3 Draft Guidelines Available Existing Pedestrian Networks evaluate/identify access deficits create plan to address deficits Proper Signage important Handicap parking and accessible route to pedestrian pathway required

16. www.dcnr.state.pa.us Community Conservation Partnerships Program (C2P2) Umbrella Grant program of several funding sources: Keystone Recreation, Park and Conservation Fund Environmental Stewardship Fund PA Snowmobile/ATV Fund Federal Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) Federal PA Recreational Trails

17. www.dcnr.state.pa.us C2P2 Grant Funding Sources ‘11-’12 * Note: Compiled from Gov’s 2011-2012 budget. Does not reflect recent reductions.

18. www.dcnr.state.pa.us C2P2: What we’ve done Awarded nearly $600 million in Grants for 5000+ projects since FY 94-95 –Total Project Costs including local investment worth more than $1.9 Billion, including (C2P2) –$372 Million in Grants from the Keystone Conservation Recreation Fund for 3755 projects –Total Project Costs including local investment – $1.2 billion (Keystone)

19. www.dcnr.state.pa.us BRC Accomplishments Grants have been awarded every County and to about 50% of PA municipalities Completed 800+ trail projects Helped conserve nearly 150,000 acres of open space and critical wildlife habitat 43% of recreation occurs at local/county parks

20. www.dcnr.state.pa.us C2P2 Accomplishments and Economic Impacts Economic Impact: Substantial! –Great Allegheny Passage: $40 million in annual direct spending & $7.5 million in wages –Philadelphia (Greenspace Alliance Study): $40.3 million in economic out-of-towner expenditures $688 million in increased value for properties surrounding parks

21. www.dcnr.state.pa.us Matching Requirements Matching funds need to be secure C2P2 Grants primarily: 50/50 Federal PA Recreational Trail Grant: 80/20 Snow/ATV fund: 80/20 (except acquisition 50/50) * Refer to Grant Program Policies on http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/brc/grants/

22. www.dcnr.state.pa.us C2P2 Project Types Development Land Acquisition Partnerships Planning –Trails –Rivers

23. www.dcnr.state.pa.us “Ready-to-Go” Requirements Most competitive projects are “Ready to Go” “Ready to Go” Checklists for each project type Timeline --- 3 years Discuss with your Regional Adviser

24. www.dcnr.state.pa.us PNDI Receipt Requirement Review required for most projects- few exceptions Web based PNDI tool www.naturalheritage.state.pa.us PNDI receipt required (must be uploaded with electronic application) Hits do not need to be resolved Start this review early Large landscapes and trails require a paper submission Sign and date form

25. www.dcnr.state.pa.us Step #1 Apply to eGrants: Contact Your Regional Adviser!

26. www.dcnr.state.pa.us Environmental eGrants Shared eGrants use by DCNR & DEP Applications accepted electronically only Must register on eGrants to begin application process Environmental eGrants Customer Service Center: 1-800-326-7734

27. www.dcnr.state.pa.us Environmental eGrants Manual and supporting documents online (no hard copy manual) Step-by-Step Instructions SAP and DUNS #’s Review guidance documents before completing application

28. www.dcnr.state.pa.us Project Type Requirements Each project type requires attachments: Download and save to PC, fill out and upload to Application Ready-To-Go Checklist Can’t submit application without completing “required” fields and attaching “required” documents

29. www.dcnr.state.pa.us eGrants Customer Service: Frequently Asked Questions FAQ’s Obtain DUNS and SAP vendor numbers Saving an application Forgot password? AOR (Authorized Organization Representative) changed to “Chief Elected Official”

30. www.dcnr.state.pa.us Application Review and Ranking Review and ranking done by committee In general, highest scored applications receive funding first until funding is exhausted Ranking based on responses to Project Narrative Questions  NEW this year: (project specific) “Project Narrative Instructions”

31. www.dcnr.state.pa.us NEW 2012: Project Narrative Instructions eGrants Application: download Project Narrative Form and respond to 4 Questions (4 single pages maximum) Project Narrative Instructions based on Project Type Points are assigned to each Project Narrative Question

32. www.dcnr.state.pa.us Project Narrative Questions Question #1: (30 Points) Needs and Benefits Address critical needs, issues, urgencies Identify community, recreation and/or conservation outcomes/benefits Describe the anticipated economic impact

33. www.dcnr.state.pa.us Project Narrative Questions Question #2: (30 points) Relationship of your Project to State, Regional, County and or Local Plans/Public Engagement Advance goals of local, county, regional and/or County Greenway or Rivers Conservation Plan Implements the Statewide PA Outdoor Recreation Plan Project identified with in DCNR designated Conservation Landscape Initiative or PA Heritage Area Public Involvement

34. www.dcnr.state.pa.us Project Narrative Questions Question #3: (20 Points) Project Partners List major partners engaged and manner in which they are engaged in your project Upload letters of commitment Multi-municipal projects: provide letters of support

35. www.dcnr.state.pa.us Project Narrative Questions Question #4: (20 points) Sustainable and Green Practices Site Location and Site Design Water: protect and restore systems associated with project’s hydrology and sensitive ecosystems Natural landscaping: protect and restore site vegetation, species and habitat  Refer to BRC’s Greening Parks and Sustainable Practices Webpage

36. www.dcnr.state.pa.us Project Narrative Questions Question #4 Cont. : (20 points) Sustainable and Green Practices Materials Selection and Construction Connect People to Nature Operations and Maintenance Environmental Stewardship Messaging

37. www.dcnr.state.pa.us Summary and Questions Contact your Regional Adviser Review “Ready-to-Go“ Checklists & Project Guidance Documents eGrants Customer Service 1-800-326-7734 General Questions?

38. www.dcnr.state.pa.us Application Deadline eGrants Application Deadline Count down Applications must be submitted on-line by Wednesday April 4, 2012 4:00pm

39. www.dcnr.state.pa.us Break-Out Sessions Planning Land Acquisition Development Trails

40. www.dcnr.state.pa.us 2012 C2P2 Grant Workshop Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Bureau of Recreation and Conservation  C2P2 Webinar March 9th