SUBJECT
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Approve Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) subrecipient agreement between Polk County and the City of Winter Haven. ($283,599.00 one-time expense).
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DESCRIPTION
Approve the CDBG subrecipient agreement between Polk County and The City of Winter Haven. Funds will be used proposes to use CDBG funds to complete the design, and a portion of the construction of the Lake Conine Recreation Element facility. The project site was originally a non-functioning wetland full of overgrowth and muck. Phase I has been completed by completing the restoration of the wetland marsh system to improve the overall water quality in Lake Conine. This restoration has also provided a high-quality habitat for different species. The City of Winter Haven plans to use CDBG funds for but not limited to the design and develop recreational elements at this site to create a park setting to complement the natural resource elements. The surcharging required soil to be added to the site, then it must sit undisturbed for a period of 6months. After this phase is complete, the recreation elements of the project will be designed to include but not limited to three trails, a playground, parking lot, restrooms, fishing pier, kayak launch, picnic facilities, educational elements, landscaping, and site amenities. The elevated trail, overlooks, and pier will allow ample opportunities for park users to observe the wildlife. The Board of County Commissioners approved this by adoption of the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Action Plan on July 25, 2023.
The City of Winter Haven will used CDBG funds for the above activities in an amount not to exceed $283,599.00.
RECOMMENDATION
Request Board approve and execute this Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) subrecipient agreement between Polk County and the City of Winter Haven.
FISCAL IMPACT
Funds are available in Special Revenue Grant Fund.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Jennifer Cooper, Manager
Housing and Neighborhood Development
jennifercooper@polk-coun...
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