ROWE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES COMPANY Large Firm Resources. Personal Attention. . August 9, 2016 Paint Creek ‘Trailways Commission Office 4480 Orion Road Oakland Township, MI 48306 RE: Concept Design Plan Services - Rochester Hills Parcel Dear Commission Members: ROWE Professional Services Company is pleased to provide this proposal for the above-referenced project. Our goal is to create a concept plan, providing a clear vision for improvement for the 0.51-acre parcel that will also complement the Paint Creek Trail experience. ROWE has extensive experience in trail planning and design with water-based site concept development. (Our strengths for this project include: ‘+ Adesign approach with construction issues and maintenance in mind, offering design options that maximize user experience and low-cost / volunteer-based improvements while minimizing long- term maintenance/operation costs, and envitonmental impacts ‘+ Experience with more than $12 million in trail projects in recent years, including the Paint Creek ‘Trail extension in Lake Orion and various water-trail access sites ‘© Your ROWE project manager bringing more than 20 years of experience in trail work, including involvement as a watershed coalition board member, blending land and water-based trail experience We are able to meet with you to tailor our approach to best meet your budget and goals. Once again, thank you for the opportunity to provide you with our proposal. Should you have any questions, please fee! free to contact either of us at (810) 341-7500. Sincerely, ROWE Professional Services Company Douglas R. Schultz, Project Manager / Director of Landscape Architecture Engineering | Surveying | Aerial Photography/Mapping | Landscape Architecture | Planning Corporate: The ROWE Building, $40 S. Saginaw Street, Ste. 200 * Flint, MI 48502 + © (810) 341-7500 + F (810) 341-7573 With Offices In: Lapeer, Ml * Mt Pleasant, MI * Farmington Hill ML * Lansing, Ml * Grayling, Ml. + Tri-Cities, MI * Myrtle Beach, SC www.rowepsc.com,Paint Creek Trailways Commission ‘Concept Design Plan Services August 9, 2016 Page 2 Understanding ROWE understands the Commission would like a concept site plan developed for a parcel in southeast Rochester that is owned by the Commission and is adjacent to the Clinton River and Bloomer Park. The concept would ‘maximize low-cost development and involve in-kind labor. Potential improvements include, but are not limited to, hydrology water gauge, canoe/kayak launch, picnic area, access stars, invasive plant treatment, native planting recommendations, boundary definition, and signage. An estimate of construction costs will be provided for reference by the Commission, Direction for the plan development will be through a single representative of the Paint Creek Trailways ‘Commission. ‘Scope of Work Based on our understanding of the project we propose the following approach. ROWE will ‘+ Prepare a base map using existing aerial images with property lines and utilities. We assume the Commission will provide utility maps and aerials through the county GIS system, ‘* Meet with the Commission for a site visit and workshop / design charette that will develop the program and site improvements to be addressed in the plan, '* Provide a color site plan, indicating proposed features for the 0.51-acre parcel, including representative precedent images. Preliminary construction cost opinions will be provided. ‘© Meet with the Commission and review the concept and cost opinion. Based on this direction, ROWE will revise the concept and cost opinion, ‘* Provide deliverables, including a pdf file of the concept and cost opinion. This format allows inclusion in future grant applications, website, or other tools for use by the Commission. Notes: 1. ROWE staff will attend a total of two meetings. 2. No permit applications or environmental investigations are included in this scope of work. 3. No survey, design engineering, or grant applications are included in this scope of work, Fees / Timeline The scope of work will be completed within six weeks of notice to proceed. The lump sum fee is $3,800. An hourly rate schedule is attached if additional services are required. Personnel Douglas Schults, PLA Project Manager Doug has developed trail projects and site master plans for 25 years. He is the project manager for the Paint Creek Trail extension in Lake Orion and the current chair of the Flint Watershed Coalition, working with the National Park Service for a National Water Trail designation, He will bring water, tail, and site design experience together for this project. Doug will manage the project team and ensure tasks are completed on time. He lives within 20 minutes from the project and will be the primary contact for the Commission.Paint Creek Trailways Commission ‘Concept Design Plan Services August 9, 2016 Page 3 Jack Wheatley, PE QA/QC and Project Engineer Jack has been an engineer at ROWE for more than 25 years. His experience in parks and Bp | rst andi design mae hima prs fi fortis poet Jack wl provide ennerng DR PR) i928 sey asomen and vita pees OAC wee pee Blake Strozier Graduate Landscape Architect Blake will assist with concept development and preparation of deliverables. Blake has been 5 involved with various trail and concept plan projects from the initial vision through construction. y ‘Molly Wing LaLone 248) 693-9742 Late Orion DA Bowtie Bictr ‘lagen kswiono Genesee County Parks and ‘Amy MeMillan (10) 736-7100 Recreation Commission Director amnemillan@geparks ong Southern Lakes Parks & Vince Paris (B10) 714-2011, ext. 5 Recreation Executive Director paris@sIprnet Southern Links Trail Couneit | Dele Fuller (810) 793-2453 Related Experience See attached document following the resumes, Having reviewed this proposal, including the attached statement of terms and conditions which is a part thereof, acceptance of this proposal is hereby confirmed. ROWE Professional Services Company is authorized to proceed swith the work. Accepted by: Date: Signature Print Name and TitlePaint Creek Trailways Commission Concept Design Plan Services August 9, 2016 Page 4 ‘TERMS AND CONDITIONS ‘The Owner will designate a representative with the authority to provide direction, receive and review information, and make decisions regarding the project, Decisions and direction shall be provided ina timely manner, s0 a8 to not delay the project. ‘The Engineer wil perform services in a timely manner, consistent with sound professional practice. The Engineer will strive to perform the services within the established schedule, if any. Services are considered to be complete ‘when deliverables have been presented to the Owner. The Owner will provide the Engineer with all available information pertinent to the site ofthe project and access to the project ste ‘The Engineer will assist the Owner in preparing applications and documents to secure approvals and permits. The Owner is responsible for payment of permit application fees and charges. Services provided by the engineer shall be performed with the care and skill normally exercised by other members of the profession practicing under similar conditions. ‘The Owner shall promptly notify the Engineer of defects or suspected defects in the work. ‘The Engineer's opinions of construction costs will be based upon experience and historical information. ‘The Engineer will be responsible for the safety precautions and programs of its employees only. If the Engineer is reviewing work by contractors or others on behalf of the Owner, the Engineer may only recommend to the Owner that work which does not conform to the project requirements be rejected Payment for work completed shall be made within thirty days of invoicing. Unless otherwise provided, invoices vill be submitted monthly as the work progresses. In the event additional work is needed because of a change in scope or unforeseen conditions, the Engineer will submit a proposal defining the modified scope of work and any modifications to the schedule and fee for the Owner's approval. This agreement may be terminated by either party with 14 days’ written notice; however, the Engineer shall be paid for work completed prior to the date of termination. All documents prepared by the Engineer in completing this work are considered the Engineer's property as instruments of service and are not intended for re-use by the Owner or others. ‘The Engineer is an independent contractor, responsible to the Owner for the results of this undertaking and is not an employee or agent of the Owner. The Owner agrees to limit ROWE Professional Services Company's total liability to the Owner and any ‘contractors on the project to the Engineer's fee. ‘The Owner and Engineer each bind themselves and any partners, successors, and assigns ofthe other party to this ‘agreement, Neither party will assign, sublet, or transfer their interest in this agreement without the consent of the other party ‘The terms of this agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Michigan. In the event a provision of this agreement is rendered unlawful, the remaining terms and provisions shall remain in effect In performance of this work, the Engineer will comply with their policies regarding non-discrimination against ‘employees on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age or sex.a Guero ne anaes Education BLLA,, Landscape Architecture (Michigan State University, 1991) Continuing Education + AASHTO Bicycle Facility Design Training, MDOT (2009) ‘© Graduate of Community Leadership Program for Flint and Genesee County Registration Licensed Professional Landscape Architect: ‘Michigan: 1994 (no. 1190) Wisconsin: 2009 (no. 602-14) South Carolina: 2007 (no. 1020) Certification + MDEQ Certified Storm Water Management ~ Construction Site: 2006 (no. ¢-01653) + National Playground Safety Inspection Affiliations ‘American Society of Landscape Architects + Michigan Downtown Association ‘+ Flint River Watershed Coalition Board Member Awards © Michigan Society of Landscape Architects: Design (Merit Award, 2004); Research & ‘Communication (Merit Award, 2002); Creativity & Presentation, (Design Award ~ Commercial & Industrial Category, 2000) © American Society of Civil Engineers ‘Michigan: Southern Links Trailway, Columbiaville, Otter Lake, and Millington (Quality of Life Award, 2009) American Public Works Association ~ ‘Michigan Chapter: Court & Clay Streets Reconstruction, Lapeer (Quality of Life Award, 2014); Comstock Park Renovations, Adrian Public Works Project ofthe Year, DOUGLAS R. SCHULTZ, PLA Project Manager / Director of Landscape Architecture on all projects, from cor Structures Category — Small Cities / Rural Communities, 2009) American Council of Engineering Companies ~ Michigan: Uptown Bay City (Engineering Merit Award, 2015) Michigan Association of Planning: Buckham Alley Corridor Plan, Flint (Urban Design Award, 2015) Michigan Recreation and Park Association: Riley Archery Range, Farmington Hills (Facility Design Award, 2015); Paradise Peninsula Playscape, Waterford Township (Design Award, 2012) Presentations ‘Complete Streets" University of Michigan ~ , 2011 ‘Building Healthy Environments” Michigan Public Health Institute, 2010 Fl Client Comments want to thank you again..for the fine end product..and jor you and Blake working within the project scope and limited financial resources. look forward to working with ‘your frm in the future.” 2014, Vince Paris, Souther Lakes Parks and Recreation (Five- Year Parks and Recreation Plan) ‘ROWE ended up being the perfeet partner in this effort..they took the time necessary to listen to staff to learn about the broad goals of ow organization, and proposed thematic elements and alternative materials that could make the design a reality..Kudos tothe whole crew for pushing the envelope." 2014, Jon Noyes, Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission (Paradise Peninsula) Paint Creek Trailways Commission Concept Design Plan Servicesiii Relevant Project Experience Village of Lake Orion DDA, MI/ Michigan Department of Transportation + Paint Creek Trail Extension: Projeet manager for project that included preparing a successful TIP application and completing survey and design. This included routing one mile of trail within an urban setting that includes a central business istrict and historic residential neighborhoods, connecting existing trails and key destinations. The project required negotiating easements through a commercial property, coordination with an existing county sewer easement, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality joint flood plain permit, inclusion of an existing timber bridge, and the addition of a rapid flashing ‘beacon pedestrian crossing, Extensive ADA upgrades at intersections were needed (360K construction; ongoing). of Imlay City, MI + Park Concept Plan Development: Provided. various schematic site plans for proposed improvements to local parks based on community input sessions. Included within city’s five-year ‘community recreation plan (2011), City of Owosso DDA, MI + As-Needed Landscape Architecture Services: Project manager/lead landscape architect assisting city/DDA with project scoping, design, and implementation of a $1M “Vibrant Cities” grant through MSHDA. Developed fast-track concepts for: improvements to riverfront area (ineluding a ‘walk of history interpretivelmemorial wall) parking lot, alleyway, and Farmers Market, development of a new town square; and streetscape reconstruction. Provided oversight to architectural subconsultant (WTA Architects) for ahistorie facade program to maximize impact for ‘current funding. Coordinated a major historic building renovation with private stakeholders, in conjunction with the MSHDA grant that required SHPO review of facade concepts (2007-2008). DOUGLAS R. SCHULTZ, PLA continued City of Owosso, Ml + Trailhead Development: Developed trailhead ‘connection along the Shiawassee River that included redirecting vehicular access to provide barrier-free ramps to connect to existing river tail. Design included a retaining wall, landscape, and bridge railing (2007). City of Clio, Mt + Clio Riverfront Park Master Plan: Developed master concept plan for a 20-acre riverfront park with close proximity to the downtown business istrict and residential areas. Addressed vehicular circulation, addition of rental pavilions, linkage to regional non-motorized trail, and a regional ‘outdoor music theater (2013). City of St. Clair, MI + Klecha Park: Provided concept master plan including a forecast for meeting recreation needs for a city park facility balanced with growth need for the adjacent city cemetery (2016). + Pedestrian Trail Study. Conceptual design of trail extending from Rotary Park west to Fred Moore Highway, and along Fred Moore Highway to 15" Street where it will connect to the existing trail (2010) City of Vassar, MI * Trailhead Grant Application: Assisted the city with an MDNR grant concept and cost estimate for grant application to develop a linear trail gateway (S1.6K fee; 2013). + Veterans Park Memorial Concept: Developed concept options and illustrations for renovating the existing downtown pocket park to include veteran memorial elements and to rehabilitate an existing water feature (S1.5K fee; 2012) Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission, Ml + As-Needed Services: Provided as-needed landscape architecture, engineering, and architecture design services for small to mid-size projects, teaming with JFR Architects, Inc. (2006- 17). Paint Creek Trailways Commission ‘Concept Design Plan ServicesJACK T. WHEATLEY, PE Quality Assurance / Quality Control & Project Engineer eens and has serv projects. He has also worked with numer HPP, Category A and C Ce Ty Education * BS. Civil Engincering (Michigan State University, 1989) * BS. Horticulture (Michigan State University, 1982) Registration © Professional Engineer Michigan: 1994 (no, 39726) * Builder, Residential Michigan: (no, 2101127872) Client Comments "Jack thanks forall your time and hard work Jor a successful project on Marquette Avenue ‘The projet turned out great and business ‘owners and the citizens group are very pleased. I fook forward fo working together on ‘other projects." Terry Mouitane, City of Bay City (Marquette Avenue Steescape Design) + "Vack..is very responsive, very helpfl with suggestions and a good communicator. We are pleased with the project..." Steve Black, City of Bay City (11" Street Boulevard Design). + “Yack Wheatley... did an oustanding job!” Paul Bueche, City of Swartz Creck (Miller Morrsh Intersection Enhancement) Affiliations ‘+ American Council of Engineering Companies-Michigan © Board of Trustees Member (2013- present) © Consulting Engineers Political Action Committee Chair (2016-present) + Bay Area Chamber of Commerce rie at ieee oa Cire uc eee ie ae eh OL Cael * Flushing Community Schools Board of Education trustee (2009-14) * Flushing Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year, 2003 * Flint River Corridor Alliance Board Secretary (2008-2015) + Flint & Genesee Regional Chamber of ‘Commerce Public Policy Committee Member * Michigan Society of Professional Enginecrs (past Flint Chapter president, 1994 Young Engineer ofthe Year) + Chi Epsilon Civil Engineering Honor Society City of Flushing Trail Commitee Flushing Rotary Club (Awarded Honorary “Paul Harris” Fellow; President 2006-07) Relevant Project Experience City of Bay City, MI Electric Power and Light Dopartment + Electrical Substation Buffer: Development of ‘omamental screening options that complement With the historic city hall and future riverfront development theme. Design included fast-track pre-cast decorative wal, landscape, irrigation and site improvements including planning ‘commission and aesthetic committee review. Safety factors for substation requirements were ‘also met ($300,000 construction; 2010) City of Bay City, MI ‘© Uptown Bay City (Awarded 2015 Engineering Merit Award, American Council of Engineering ‘Companies-Michigan): Project manager for brownfield riverfront multi-use redevelopment, As the city engineer, ROWE worked with the developer on both public and private site improvements to create a walkable riverfront Paint Creek Trailways Commission ‘Concept Design Plan Servicesio community including medical facilities, housing, office spaces, hotel, retail shops, entertainment, parks, marina, and civic facilites. The proposed riverfront includes the construction of a public river walk that will eventually connect the riverfront park in front of Breaker Cove to the south ofthe site and Wenonah Park to the north of the site. The project will be completed in multiple phases over the next several years. The initial phase of the project includes construction of the anchor tenant buildings, public utilities, mass grading, public road, and northerly parking Jot construction (public infrastructure $15M; Phase I overall $50M; 2015). of Flint, MI University Park Estates (Awarded 2000 Eminent Conceptor Award for Surveying Excellence, American Council of Engineering Companies- Michigan): Utility design and construction ‘management for 90-acre, renaissance-zone subdivision project (1999). Charter Township of Montrose, Ml * Township Park: Design engineering for parking Jot, new 1.25-miletrailway, pavilion, four soccer field, playground, and fishing pier on Flint River (MDNR funds; 2003), ‘Thetford Township, Mi ‘+ Water Park Planning: Developed preliminary concepts and budget for township water park (2000). © Community Center: Design included fountain area, brick paved plaza, barrier-free walkway and naturalized landscaping (1996) Charter Township of Flushing, MI + Nature Park: Planning and design for ereation of new 123-acre nature park along the Flint River in Genesee County. Improvements included construction of an entrance drive and parking area, pavilion, restrooms, observation tower, and storage area (various MDNR grants; 1998- present), JACK T. WHEATLEY, PE continued Charter Township of Mundy, Mi + Parking Lot Improvements: Project manager for parking lot improvements at the Mundy ‘Township Police Station, Fire Station #1, and Fire Station #2. Project included HMA joint and crack repairs, pavement repairs, sidewalk ADA ramp replacement, HMA microsurfacing, concrete paving, HMA paving, curb and gutter replacement, storm sewer, and site grading, Services provided included design engineering, topographic survey, contract document preparation, advertising, bidding, award recommendation, construction inspection, construction engineering, and construction staking ($220K construction; 201 1) Flushing Community Schools, MI ‘© Seymour Elementary Recreation Complex: A MDNR grant application was written by ROWE for a four-phase recreation complex on a 60-acre school site. Two phases of the grant application ‘were funded: Seven-field soccer complex and a supporting building, Soccer fields were arrayed in two rows and designed out of a rolling farm field, ‘with approximately 30,000 cubic yards of earth tiered and shaped. The following year, a 30- x 80- foot support building was designed and constructed adjacent to the new fields. ‘The multi- functional building provided an open pavilion, a concession room, two barrier free restrooms, SSM Category, American Public Works Association- Michigan Chapter and 20/4 Merit Award, American Society of Civil Engineers-Michigan Chapter). Paint Creek Trailways Commission Concept Design Plan ServicesDOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY VISIONING, Byron, Ml Client: Village of Byron Completed: 2014 AS-NEEDED SERVICES, Owosso, MI Client: Shiawassee County Parks and Recreation Commission Completed: 2015, Project Manager: Douglas Schultz, PLA — Related Project Experience Graduate Landscape Architect: Blake Strozier Project Manager: Douglas Schultz, PLA Public engagement and master planning for downtown placemaking, including streetscape and water trail development. Currently under contract to provide as- needed services, including development of 2 county-wide recreation plan, coordinating with county-wide stakeholders, including the Live Healthy Shiawassee organization and development of a county-wide ‘greenspace and non-motorized plan. Concept plan developed for Shiatown Dam removal and access along the Shiawassee River. Paint Creek Trailways Commission Concept Design Plan ServicesAe Related Project Experience BARBER MEMORIAL PARK MASTER PLAN, Montrose Township, MI Client: Montrose Township Project Manager: Douglas Schultz, PLA Contact: Mark Emmendorfer, Supervisor, (810) 639-2021, ‘memmendorfer(@montrosetownship.or Contract Amount: $5.5K. Completed: 2012 ROWE worked with township and stakeholder representatives, including a veterans group, to prepare concept lan alternatives and a feasibility plan to provide a memorial and expand the park to create a regional draw and introduce camping as to help the local economy and complement current programing. ROWE had prepared the ‘original concept plan that resulted in more than $300,000 in MDNR-funded improvements to initially develop the park, The recent concept site plan was the basis fora successful $103,400 MNRTF land acquisition grant to ‘expand the park. ThaVision: Pevdigereniente (gel tinaiontethe Montrose community that nas ‘Teglonalappealenbancing quality ole ntpresperty forrenients and buriesses, Fits Conta Paint Creek Trailways Commission Concept Design Plan Servicesfie Grants/Funding Experience The staff at ROWE Professional Services Company regularly works with many grant and loan programs for funding projects. We work hard {o help clients find the right program to aid in financing costly projects, that are critical to maintaining a good quality of life and environmental protection for their community. We guide our clients through the evaluation and application process forthe following programs and private grants Parks & Trails Grants «Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) Enhancement Grant + Transportation Alternative Program eee # Non-motorized — Act $1 « Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MDNR) Trust Fund + Recreation Passport + Safe Routes to School + Land and Water Conservation Fund + Michigan Department of Environmental Quality Scrap Tire Market Development Grant enn Recent Grant Awards + Mid Michigan Pathway (various sources) $2M. ty of Alma (MDNR) 2013 Access Projects $300K + City of Alma (MDNR) 2014 Fred Meijer Heartland Trail, ete io (MDNR) Riverfront Park/Trail $250K (MDEQ) serap tire grant $600K Fund rant +# Genesee County Parks & Recreation Commission Bluebell Beach Trail (MDNR) $45K « City of Ithaca (MDNR) Soccer Fields $300K + Village of Port Sanilac (MDNR) Tennis Courts, Restroom, Trailhead $240K + City of Flint (MDNR) McKinley Park $270K + City of Flint (MNDR/MDOT) Grand Traverse Trail $1.5M « City of Flint (MDOT) Genesee Valley Trail 700K + City of Alma (MDOT) Superior Street / Heartland Trail Extension $340K + Independence Township (USTA) Tennis Courts $S0K '* Montrose Township (MDNR) Park Expansion $103,400 « City of Gladwin (MDNR) Park Improvements $185K ‘of Omer (SCIT) Park Improvements $30K ‘+ City of Owosso (MDNR) Restroom Improvements $30K, ‘* Grand Blane Charter Township (MDOT) Trail Improvements $700K TOTAL IN PAST 5 YEARS: S9M+ Paint Creek Trailways Commission ‘Concept Design Plan Servicessa0neg ueld uBiseq ydeou0D uosssiuuog shemyiers 49019 ULE TORY ? ‘i ‘209s uononsuo> pu ‘Funnmuuod “us spade] 30 Ay 10s'S695 ‘000'zLs ponuisuoo pur SumNMION WEISEL | 2,5 aooog yt fe1 3019 7 SsoroLis O6r'eLis ‘soumpsIsse uoHonaysto9 pu “Fummuiod “uBsap Wd2ou0.) xajdwoy | afaqo> Anununwo> noyy, eqyos Aayss0ay ose (Gupuny YN sIsse UonIMASUOD pure “usISep ‘Id2aU03 2) ea WH am ‘SeIHWeS Hod Jo AREA Buyewsy }so9 Jo sejdwexz Apu Hed PUPS] Try soumyse uonanusu0s puv Summed uis9C1 monioqe jo aFeIA, 01s eozous (Gispory NCW) 2ouesisse uoHonasUOD pus UAISOC, uy 30 A119 TSS FOUS ‘GupuRY [Oe SaTERTSe HORARSTON PUP ERE TARSIOS |W TwTOAI 926'L98 o00'ses (Gupany Had) sues uonnasueD PUR UBISAP I4EOH0D | coxda weg edioumye | MBI WOAHEECLIO AD (oie aouidiNbs axou (aINLGIN) 8PM ‘suopue® wre poppe) | goo'00zs sounstsse uonannsuoa pur ‘usisap ‘dou | Avg ayn fq Kesds |p uowoBeueyy “ABO}OUNDOL o0'0s78 Jo lounsedag weaIyouNY iad wopaMAstOD SENN nea) 2 wononnsuos pue ‘uBisap ‘id20u0>) POMIUOD SIOATY 2A, TO) aoueSiN ORDTAISUOD pu TURISap Waom0.) WOURY IORI, weupY Jo A Fro)Paint Creek Trailways Commission Request for Proposals for Concept Design Plan Services Applicant Data Please provide the following information, completing each item fully and explaining or expanding as necessary. Name of Firm: ROWE Professional Services Company Address: 540 S. Saginaw Street, Suite 200, Flint, MI 48502 Contact Person & Title: Douglas R, Schultz, PLA Telephone Number: (810) 341-7500 FAX Number: _(810) 341-7573 Email: DSchultz@rowepse.com ‘Year Firm was Formed: 4962 Conflict of Interest. Does any member of the Paint Creek Trailways Commission or an immediate family member of any of them have a direct or terest in the awarding of a contract pursuant to this proposal? ___ Yes _v¥_No Ifyes, please explain: Page |4