Fond du Lac Loop Landscape Master Plan

LOOP Master Plan July 2017

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ACKNOWLEDGMENTS Staff Dyann Benson, Community Development Director Paul DeVries, P.E., City Engineer John Redmond, Park & Forestry Superintendent Jordan Skiff, Director of Public Works

Made possible by: Grande Cheese

Consultant Team

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Acknowledgements Resoltion

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Overview

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Existing Conditions

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• Lake District • Downtown District • Maker District • Ledgeview District

Introduction | Plan Purpose Planning Process Document Review

Natural Resources Local Attractions and Destinations Trail Corridor Character Infrastructure & Adjacencies SWOT Analysis

Placemaking

Bike Loop Signage Loop Trail Art Sculpture

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Recommendations Implementation Action Plan Funding Opportunities

Appendices A: Loop Signage Presentation B: Map Book

Master Plan Overall Loop Landscape Master Plan Focus Area Plans

• Quic Frez Site, New Park • Hamilton Park • Gateway Plaza • Underpass Park, New Park • Lakeside Park, Lighthouse view • Downtown River Trail, Sculpture Park

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RESOLUTION NO. 8689

Adopted 7/12/2017

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The City understands the value and unique potential of the Loop and the many community assets within close proximity. You have initiated numerous efforts to strengthen your assets and infrastructure and have made significant investment. In order to capitalize on the potential of the Loop you recognize the need to integrate and coordinate multiple efforts.

This Fond du Lac Loop Landscape Master Plan highlights existing conditions and provides an analysis of strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats within the Loop area. Those findings informed the development of the goals, objectives, principles and recommendations provided in this report. Specific recommendations are provided for a series of coordinated and incremental public and private sector captial, operational, and policy improvements that will unlock the full potential of not only the Loop but the Fond du Lac region.

We recommend that you adopt and implement the Loop Landscape Master Plan which sets to: • • • • • • • • • •

Provide an environment that is safe and comfortable Connects the community Provides connection to place and creates an experience Connects with nature Continues to meet evolving recreation needs Creates awareness and education Has aesthteic value Capitalizes on public-private partnerships Utilizes available funding opportunities Has unique landscape character

areas were selected to serve as high impact, catalytic projects that could build excitement about the Loop.

Placemaking The Master Plan revolves around the idea and approach to improving a community, by placemaking. The graphic plan aims to visually connect users to each trail segment and surrounding character, while complimenting the existing wayfinding signage color pallette. Landscape improvements aim to enhance the goals of placemaking. Plant recommendations, resources and partnerships are included. Overall Loop placemaking improvements are organized by district.

Implementation Action Plan The Loop Landscape Master Plan describes a series of correlated captial improvement, land improvements and development, operational imporvements and public policy improvements that, when executed will generate momentum.

The LOOP! Fond du Lac can have offer a unique experience to residents and visitors.

Together, you can establish the Loop as a premiere recreational trail network with strong connections, consistent character and a series of support attractions that contribute to a strong sense of place and expression of local natural resources, history, culture and art.

Master Plan While the master plan provides recommendations for the loop as a whole, it also showcases visionary ideas for the redevelopment or enhanement of six selected focus areas; Quic Frez, Hamilton, River Trail Gateway Plaza, Underpass Park, Lakeside Park Lighthouse View and Downtown Sculpture Trail. These FOND DU LAC

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“IF YOU PLAN FOR CARS AND TRAFFIC, YOU GET CARS AND TRAFFIC. IF YOU PLAN FOR PEOPLE AND PLACES, YOU GET PEOPLE AND PLACES.” -WILLIAM H. WHYTE

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OVERVIEW INTRODUCTION | PLAN PURPOSE The Loop is an exceptional asset for the City and significantly contributes to the quality of life in Fond du Lac. The Landscape Master Plan for the Loop will enhance local pride and create a unique sense of place for both residents and visitors.

Fond du Lac realizes the importance and benefits of completing a well-branded, cohesive Loop master plan and Placemaking initiative to fully realize the benefits the Loop can bring to the City. This plan intends to guide the continual improvement of the Loop and its connection to downtown assets. The plan envisions a uniformly branded trail system that connects those who live, work and play in Fond du Lac to some of the City’s greatest attractions.

This plan identifies an overall master plan for the Loop as well as six focus area site plans that we feel can serve as catalytic projects that will further the vision not only for the Loop but the City. The plan also details Placemaking strategies for each trail segment. Suggestions for landscape improvements, educational signage, bike signage and trail art are also provided.

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OVERVIEW PLANNING PROCESS In early 2017, the City contracted with MSA Professional Services, Inc. and ZEBRADOG to prepare the Fond du Lac Bike Loop Landscape Master Plan.

Preparation of this plan occurred over a seven month period.

The process began with a review of City documents associated with the Loop to identify existing recommendations and planning that has already been completed. The preliminary design phase included a programming workshop/ charrette to brainstorm initial ideas as well as a visual inspection of trail segments and critical sites. The schematic design phase included creating an overall landscape loop character plan, landscape improvements, focus area site plans and planting recommendations. Preliminary designs were reviewed and edited for final review.

DOCUMENT REVIEW The City of Fond du Lac has already taken action in evaluating existing conditions and determining needed improvements to the Loop through various planning efforts. Plans and documents are listed below and elements that relate to the Loop effort are summarized along with related recommendations.

City of Fond du Lac Bike & Pedestrian Plan (2013) One of the primary initiatives in the plan is to create a 15-mile loop that circles Fond du Lac. The plan offers improvement to infrastructure, communication and marketing of the Loop. Some of the projects for key legs of the loop include: Camelot Trail: • Grade for and construct a bike trail that is consistent with the future street between Martin and Camelot.

• Construct a bike trail along the east and north sides of Camelot Drive.

Improve the width and surface of the existing Ledgeview Trail.

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• Place sharrows on Mihill to connect Camelot to Pioneer.

• Extend the Pioneer Road Trail between Main Street and Mihill or even further east to the railroad tracks.

Link to Brooke Street Trail: • Stripe lanes.

• Paint sharrows.

• Install signage.

Brooke Street Trail: • Update safety signage along the route.

• Widen the curb cut at Military Road.

Lakeside Park Trail: • Create a safe crossing of Scott Street at Brooke.

• Use on-street markings or a new trail to direct bicyclists along Water Street north of Scott.

• Obtain right of way to continue the trail along the Fond du Lac River.

• Construct a path along Winnebago east from Frazier Point toward the Pavilion, then crossing Promen Drive to Fountain Island.

• Existing trails would be used to cross east to Oven Island, south to Baseball Island, and then east again to Park Avenue.

• Construct a multi-use trail on the east side of Park Avenue to connect with the existing Harbor View Trail.

• On the east end of the Park, crosswalks, curb cuts and signage are needed to direct bicyclists to use paved, striped outside lanes on Winnebago Drive to reach the Peebles Trail, while pedestrians would be directed to the sidewalk on the south side of the road.

• A future project could extend an off-street trail on the north side of Winnebago Drive. A more direct route could extend the Peebles Trail further west along the same abandoned railroad corridor, directly into Lakeside Park.

City of Fond du Lac Recreation Plan (2015-2019) One of the objectives of the plan is to enhance bicycling and pedestrian opportunities through completion of the “Fond du Lac Loop” and other identified bicycle and pedestrian projects. The 2013 Bike and Pedestrian Plan is referenced. The Recreation Plan also mentions several historic sites within the City and makes recommendations for existing and future parks along the Fond du Lac Loop: Lakeside Park East: • Develop a master plan for the park.

• Better utilize Tack Oil property.

• Explore adding parking.

• Replace trees that have been removed from under power lines.

• Enhance boat launch facilities and boat launch parking.

Hamilton Park: • Add small picnic shelter Franklin Park: • Resurface basketball court.

• Purchase commercial property to the south, demolish building, and add property to the park.

• Add accessible paths to the playground and basketball court.

Potential green space: • Vacant Quic-Frez site.

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OVERVIEW DOCUMENT REVIEW (CONT.) Envision Fond du Lac (2016) The plan emphasizes the importance of the Lake Winnebago, the Fond du Lac River and the downtown. One strategic objective in the plan included making Lakeside Park the crown jewel of the region. Related action items include: • Implement the Lakeside Park plan.

• Better link Lake Winnebago’s lakeshore, Lakeside Park, and downtown through complete streets practices as well as by expanding and extending the existing bicycle trail network.

• Examine potential to create major visitor destinations on Lake Winnebago that recognize and celebrate Fond du Lac’s heritage and connection to boating and watersports.

• Consider establishing development incentives to promote the redevelopment of the Johnson Street corridor to promote a mix of uses.

Another strategic objective of the plan is to make the riverfront a major priority for redevelopment over the next generation and integrate it into planning and budgeting efforts. Related action items include: • Conduct a river corridor design plan to establish the corridor as a community asset and gathering space.

• Emphasize a “loop” of connectivity between the riverfront, lakeshore and downtown.

• Evaluate the potential to establish brownfield destinations along the river corridor.

• Evaluate the potential use of form-based zoning codes and trail development exactions for the riverfront corridor.

The plan also envisions downtown as part of the center of life for residents and employees in the community. Related action items include: • Develop an updated downtown master plan.

• Work with colleges/universities to locate student housing downtown • Approach regional employers and examine potential job growth and locating future operations downtown.

• Redevelop Retlaw Hotel.

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Identify and promote development incentives.

Focus on population and employment density downtown.

Evaluate a downtown kitchen incubator space.

Library and arts districts become hubs for community programs.

Develop a new downtown special event or festival.

Consider launching a “shop small” program.

Lakeside Park Master Plan (2017) The Lakeside Park Master Plan is currently in the process of being completed as of April 2017. The plan focuses on upgrading an existing pavilion to become a new Hub in the northeast portion of the Park. The Hub would contain meeting space for up to 200 people, kitchen areas, year-round restrooms, patio space, a location for food trucks, a central exhibit area with a balcony overlooking the lake, and an expanded area for concessions. The Hub is planned to be completed before Walleye Weekend 2020. The plan also proposes adding a temporary pier (for fishing and transient boat slips) due north of Fishermen’s Pier. Other elements of the plan include a bridge connecting Lakeside Park and Lakeside Park West, boardwalks and viewing platforms to Supple Marsh, an amphitheater, splash pad, skating rink, small shelter and other shelter repairs.

City of Fond du Lac Downtown Exploratory Committee Report (2016) The Downtown Exploratory Committee Report examines the challenges faced by Downtown Fond du Lac. One of the goals in the report is to invest in the arts and entertainment district and bring “pop up” opportunities such as weekend events and festivities and permanent and temporary art exhibits to underutilized spaces in downtown. Another goal is to improve landscaping and streetscape amenities at pocket parks and historic buildings downtown to improve visual appeal. A specific related recommendation is to draw people to Hamilton Park though engaging landscaping, the creation of gathering spaces, a walking bridge over the river to connect from Macy Street to Hamilton Park,

partnering with the Library to create a family-friendly gathering space and purchasing and installing permanent tree lighting.

Fond du Lac County Physical Activities Directory Fond du Lac County Department of Social Services offers a Community Resource Directory that includes information for residents on recreation, education, childcare, financial assistance, housing, food, health, legal, mental health, transportation and other. The recreation section includes contact information and an overview of programs offered at the Aquatic Center, Children’s Museum of Fond du Lac, Fond du Lac School District Recreation Department and YMCA.

Fond du Lac Historic Preservation The Fond du Lac Historic Preservation Commission offers a brochure for selfguided walking tours of Lakeside Park. Highlights of the tour include the carousel, bandstand, lighthouse, Soo Line engine, Fountain Island Bridge, Street Car Waiting Station and the Spanish-American War Monument, “The Hiker”. They also offer brochures for self-guided walking tours of Fond du Lac’s downtown and churches. The Fond du Lac Historic Preservation Commission has created a Local Historic Designation Booklet which offers descriptions of 66 local landmarks that have been historically designated by the Fond du Lac Preservation Commission. In addition, the Historic Preservation Commission recently completed a survey of historical and architectural resources within the City. Of the resources surveyed, three historic districts and forty-four individual properties were considered for National Register eligibility. Some of these potential resources are located along the Fond du Lac trail including the Lakeside Park lighthouse and bandstand as well as two properties on Brooke Street.

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EXISTING CONDITIONS CONTEXT Location & Regional Context The City of Fond du Lac is located in north central Fond du Lac County in eastcentral Wisconsin. Fond du Lac is approximately 80 miles northeast of Madison, 70 miles northwest of Milwaukee and 77 miles southwest of Green Bay. Fond du Lac is located directly south of Lake Winnebago, Wisconsin’s largest inland lake.

Lake Winnebago gives residents and visitors opportunities to enjoy fishing, boating, swimming, windsurfing, snowmobiling and ice fishing.

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EXISTING CONDITIONS NATURAL RESOURCES & RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES Ecological Landscape

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Fond du Lac is located within the Southeast Glacial Plains Ecological Landscape which is roughly located in the southeastern portion of the State and encompasses 7,725 square miles. The primary landforms in this landscape are glacial till plains and moraines formed during Wisconsin’s glacial period.

Another defining feature of this landscape is the dolomite cliffs from the Niagara Escarpment. Fond du Lac County also includes extensive drumlin fields.

Drumlins are small hills that were formed during glaciation and are typically made of clay. Soils in the region are primarily lime-rich till soils overlain in most areas by a silt-loam loess cap.

The City of Fond du Lac is located within the Fond du Lac River watershed.

The watershed is rated “poor to good” by WDNR primarily due to high levels of sediment and nutrients in the water primarily due to stream/wetland ditching; barnyard runoff ; stream bank grazing; cropland; and urban non-point source pollution. Approximately 70% of land in Fond du Lac County is being used for agricultural purposes.

Plant Hardiness Zone The City of Fond du Lac is part of the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Cold Hardiness Zone 4b. Plant hardiness zones are used to determine which plants are most likely to thrive in a particular location. Zone 4b’s average annual extreme minimum temperature is -20 to -15. Plantings included in this plan are all considered appropriate for Zone 4b.

Existing Trails Within the City of Fond du Lac The Loop is comprised of five existing trails: Lakeside Trail, Brooke St. Trail, River Trail, Pioneer Trail and Camelot Trail. Lakeside Trail is in Lakeside Park and provides a recreational trail along Lake Winnebago.

The Brooke St. trail is a former railroad bed that runs through the heart of the City. River Trail is adjacent to the Fond du Lac River downtown. Pioneer Trail is a trail that runs adjacent to Pioneer Road. Camelot Trail extends from Martin Ave. to Main St. In addition to these trails, the Loop also incorporates Peebles Trail and Prairie Trail, however they are managed by Fond du Lac County and therefore are not included in the scope of this report.

Fond du Lac River The west and east branches of the Fond du Lac River (and tributaries) are found in the City. These waterways eventually discharge into Lake Winnebago. The Fond du Lac River is listed as an impaired waterway on the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR) 2016 draft list of impaired waterways. The Fond du Lac River is listed as impaired due to nonpoint source pollution (high phosphorus) and contaminated sediments from PCBs and unspecified metals.

WDNR specifies that a Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) should be established for the River. A TMDL establishes the maximum amount of a pollutant allowed in the waterbody and is a key element of developing a plan to improve water quality. While there are certainly challenges with water quality the river is an asset to the community and winds through several key attractions including the Quic Frez site, Hamilton Park and Downtown before discharging into Lake Winnebago.

Lake Winnebago Lake Winnebago is an approximately 132,000 acre inland lake that has a maximum depth of 21 feet. The lake is classified by WDNR as “An Area of Special Natural Resource Interest” (ASNRI). An ASNRI is an area that may have special sensitivity or is of ecological significance. Fish that can be found in the lake include panfish, walleye, sturgeon, catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, musky and northern pike. Lake Winnebago is listed on WDNR’s 2016 draft list of FOND DU LAC

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impaired waterways due to nonpoint source pollution (high phosphorus and sediment) and contaminated sediment (from PCBs). Creation of a TMDL is also needed for Lake Winnebago.

Lakeside Park Lakeside Park is located directly south of Lake Winnebago and is comprised of Lakeside Park East and Lakeside Park West. The combined acreage of the park is approximately 407 acres. Existing recreation facilities include a lighthouse, trails, fishing, restrooms, concessions, gazebos, carousel, train rides, playgrounds petting zoo, covered bridge, water fountain, soccer, baseball, volleyball, fitness circuit, picnic tables, pavilion, shelters, grills, canoe rentals, boat launches and public marina. A master plan is currently being completed for the park which will add amenities such as a meeting space “Hub”, boardwalks, viewing platforms, a splash pad, and more. This plan will be completed in 2017. Lake Winnebago and Lakeside Park are central to local culture and pride. The park is home to Walleye Weekend, a three day event with three stages of free live music, attractions, exhibitors and vendors, tournaments and good eats.

Other Parks In addition to Lakeside Park, the City has 21 additional parks. Together these parks total an additional 172 acres: • Hucks Bellevue Magellas Park • Adelaide Park • Colwert- Edward • Buttermilk Park Park Park • Ledgeview Center • Jefferson Park • Cardinal Park • McDermott Park • Lalier Park • Downtown/North • Taylor Park • McKinley Park Main St. • Brookfield Park • Playmore Park • Downtown/South • Paul Butzen • Russell Park Main St. Memorial Park • Catherine Whittier • Franklin Park Lewis Park • Hamilton Park • James “Maggie”

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Bird City In 2012 the City of Fond du Lac joined the ranks of upwards of 100 cities designated as a “Bird City” by Bird City Wisconsin. According to Bird City Wisconsin, a “Bird City” is a community whose government educates citizens about birds and implements sound conservation practices to preserve and enhance bird habitats within their borders. Fond du Lac’s Comprehensive Plan, park plans and annual City Council resolutions all include goals of developing and preserving habitat for birds and other wildlife.

Bee Friendly In 2017 The City of Fond du Lac understands the importance of protecting our pollinator population and has adopted a Keeping of Honeybees Ordinance (Ordinance NO 3581) by permit.

EXISTING CONDITIONS LOCAL ATTRACTIONS & DESTINATIONS (PEOPLE SPACES) The Urban Planner, Kevin Lynch, identified five elements that help people make mental maps, these include paths, edges, districts, nodes and landmarks. For the purpose of this evaluation we have identified four districts: Downtown, Lakeside, Maker and Ledgeview. A district by Lynch’s definition are: “Areas characterized by common characteristics, these are the medium to large areas, which observers mentally enter “inside of” and/or have common identifying character. Distinctive physical characteristics might include “thematic continuities,’ such as texture, space, form, detail, symbol and building.” For more information on each of the districts, see the Master Plan section of this report.

Within the City of Fond du Lac there are many attractions and destinations that draw locals and visitors alike. These sites include parks and open spaces, businesses, entertainment, retail and others. Within each of the districts identified below, a unique combination of destinations are offered that together define the experience that visitors will have. (Please note that this is not an exhaustive list, merely a sampling of the types of destinations found within each of these areas.)

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Children’s Museum of Fond du Lac Saputo Cheese USA Inc Nafco RT Restorations Sadoff & Rudoy Industries

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Mercury Marine Riley Electric Supply North Central Construction Regal Manufacturing Dvorak Plumbing Air Tech Heating, Inc. CBL Converting Biophile Labs Fond du Lac Highway Department Tetra Pak Cheese & Powder Parks

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Restaurants Services and Shopping Arts, Culture, History, Entertainment City/County Government Fond du Lac YMCA Boys and Girls Club Parks Schools

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Other Districts (Adjacencies) • Fairgrounds District • Mall District: (west of the loop) • Campus District: (south of Pebbles trail, out of scope area)

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EXISTING CONDITIONS TRAIL CORRIDOR CHARACTER The character of The Loop varies drastically throughout its entirety, ranging from business park and residential in south Fond du Lac to industrial/residential and park in north Fond du Lac. In south Fond du Lac, portions of the Camelot Trail pass through the Ledgeview Corporate Center then through single-family residential, multi-family residential and commercial uses including Goodwill, Culvers, Pick ‘n Save and others. Turning north, The Loop then passes through industrial uses including Mercury Marine, Land O’Lakes and North Central Construction. The Loop then passes through more single-family residential as it heads toward downtown Fond du Lac and becomes more urban. This portion of the trail passes alongside the River and more dense development.

Further north of downtown the trail passes through single-family residential and more industrial segments. Industries along this stretch include Fond du Lac Area Transit, Fond du Lac Wastewater Treatment, and RT Restorations. The next portion of the trail, which is furthest north, goes through Lakeside Park which offers a variety of recreational amenities and access to Lake Winnebago.

The trail passes through the following eight distinct zones that each give trail users a different experience (See Trail Character map on following page. For a full sized map see Appendix A: Map Book): Urban - These segments are primarily located along the River Trail which travels through Downtown Fond du Lac. The trail travels alongside the river and in between more dense development as compared to the rest of the trail.

Residential - Residential segments primarily travel adjacent to or through single-family residential areas. There are a couple of multi-family housing units in these stretches.

Industrial - Industrial trail segments primarily travel adjacent to or through industrial uses and include large scale operations and warehouse properties.

Residential/Industrial Mix - There are several small segments where there is a mix of residential and industrial uses. In some cases these uses are separated by the street, in others uses alternate on a parcel-to-parcel basis.

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Business Park - Portions of the Camelot Trail travel-on road through the Ledgeview Corporate Center development and transitions into an off-road park-like setting.

Commercial - Pioneer Road Trail passes through a variety of commercial uses including gas stations, restaurants, retail and businesses. This stretch also has two roundabouts, making it two of the three most difficult intersections for trail users.

Multi-Family Residential - Pioneer Road Trail passes through a variety of multifamily developments ranging from mobile homes to multi-story, multi-family apartment building developments. This section has a marked bicycle lane.

Lakeside Park - Lakeside Park Trail passes through Lakeside Park, the “crown jewel” of the community. This stretch is a nearly one-mile long stretch of Lake Winnebago, inner channels, the Marina, and other recreational amenities such as Baseball Island, grilling areas, volleyball courts and a fitness circuit.

Zoning The land within and adjacent to the project area falls into nearly all zoning classifications which include: • • • • • • •

C-1 Central Business District C-2 General Business District C-R Commercial-Recreation District M-1 Industrial District M-BP Industrial Business Park District O- Office District R-1,R-2 R-3, R-4 Residential Districts

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TRAIL CHARACTER URBAN Urban trail segments are primarily located along the River Trail which travels through Downtown Fond du Lac. The trail travels alongside the river and in between more dense development as compared to the rest of the trail segments.

RESIDENTIAL Residential trail segments primarily travel adjacent to or through single-family residential areas. There are a couple of multi-family housing units in these stretches. The residential on Park Avenue is more suburban in character as compared to the residential on Brooke Street. The opportunities on Park Street for improvements are few, based on limited right-of-way and private property ownership. There are more opportunities along Brooke Street due to the increased size of the right-of-way.

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BUSINESS PARK Portions of the Camelot Trail travel on-road through the Ledgeview Corporate Center development and transitions into an off-road park-like setting.

COMMERCIAL Pioneer Road Trail passes through a variety of commercial uses including gas stations, restaurants, retail and businesses. This stretch also has two roundabouts, making it two of the three most difficult intersections for trail users.

MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL Pioneer Road Trail passes through a variety of multi-family developments ranging from mobile homes to multi-story, multi-family apartment building developments. This section has a marked bicycle lane .

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LAKESIDE PARK Lakeside Park Trail passes through Lakeside Park, the “crown jewel” of the community. This stretch passes along the River, a nearly one-mile long stretch of Lake Winnebago, inner channels, the Marina, and other recreational amenities such as Baseball Island, grilling areas, volleyball courts and a fitness circuit.

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For a full sized map see Appendix A: Map Book.

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Downtown Trail There is an existing, unnamed trail downtown that overlaps with the east side of the River Trail. This unnamed trail is bounded on the east by N Marr St, on the south by 4th St, on the west by the River Trail and on the north by W Rees St. Fond du Lac Loop Trail (outside of study area) There are several portions of trail that are considered part of the Fond du Lac Loop, but are not included in the current study area. These include:

• Prairie Trail • Peebles Trail • Winnebago Drive

Loop Related Signage The City has some branded loop related loop signage in place, however they appeared to be inconsistent, especially where the trail zigzags through a residential neighborhood north of Ledgeview. A group of trail users in Fond du Lac were able to get mile markers installed in portions of the loop, while these are a great idea they are quite small and difficult to locate.

Roads and Right-of-way A portion of the Fond du lac Loop winds through a residential neighborhood.

The City is limited to control of the existing right-of-way. The existing light pole locations are opportunities to introduce wayfinding by adding banners to existing poles. As roadways are being considered for improvement they also serve as opportunities for landscape beautification and best management practices and integration with the vision of the Loop.

Vehicular Access and Parking There are no specific locations in Fond du Lac that are designated as parking for those who wish to use the trail. There is street parking located throughout the community and public parking lots in numerous locations downtown, of which many are convenient to accessing The Loop. Public parking lots are also located in Lakeside Park, including off of N Main St, on Oven Island, the shelter north of Promen Dr, Lakeside Park Marina, and several locations along Harbor View Drive. Some of these existing public parking lots may be good candidates as designated Park and Rides for those wishing to access the trail.

Railroads The railroad intersects The Loop in three locations: E. Pioneer Rd, W. Pioneer Rd, and Matin Rd (near the Prairie Trail segment). These intersections also pose a potential safety risk to trail users.

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Opportunity Johnson Street as a Underpass Park

Active use and healthy living Regional connectivity Education Natural resources Stormwater, habitat and beautification Art, culture, history, celebration of life, events/entertainment Businesses Nearby attractions and activity Hubs City owned land

Established loop trail system.

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wayfinding to UW Fond du Lac campus and Arboretum

Opportunities 1. Active use and healthy living 2. Regional connectivity 3. Education 4. Natural resources 5. Stormwater, habitat and beautification 6. Art, culture, history, celebration of life, entertainment 7. Local businesses 8. Attractions and activity hubs 9. City owned land 10. River recreation

Connection/ wayfinding to Satterlee Dog Park

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Threats 1. Human activity and vandalism 2. Health and safety 3. Industrial adjacency 4. Maintenance

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Strengths 1. Established trail route/system with regional connectivity 2. Natural resources and recreational opportunities 3. Established wayfinding brand 4. Existing activity hubs 6. Community pride

Based on the inventory and analysis of the Loop, exis ng plans and staff input, the following strengths, weaknesses, opportuni es and threats have been iden fied. This SWOT analysis was used to generate goals and recommenda ons in the next chapter.

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Establish the Loop as a premiere recreational trail network with strong connections, consistent character and a series of support attractions that contribute to a strong sense of place and expression of local natural resources, history, culture and art.

By 2025, visitor and residents will: • Easily find, access and navigate the corridor trails and nearby loop attractions.

• Experience unique sense of place with exciting wayfinding, trail features and art installations.

• Learn about the history of Fond du Lac, native plant communities and natural processes.

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PRINCIPLES PRINCIPLES Principles are used to implement the objectives listed on the previous page.

Specific action items developed under these guiding principles are listed in the action plan table at the end of this report. Some of these principles should be familiar as they have been identified in previous planning efforts, many are new but all are intended to optimize the experience of the Loop. In general these improvements fall into one or more categories: Connect, Enhance, Educate and Partner.

Safety, Comfort and Image • Reduce conflicts between vehicular traffic, cyclists and trail users through landscape improvements • Create enhanced crosswalks and add other appropriate safety enhancements where trails cross roadways and railroads • Add downtown bike parking hub locations • Create a policy or signage program to stop biking on sidewalks downtown • Provide amenities along the trail such as restrooms, shade, water and food

Connect the Community (Access and Mobility) • Ensure that The Loop is maintained as a hike/bike/walk trail with inclusivity of all types, ages and abilities of users throughout the system • Provide bicycle support facilities along the trail (bike racks, fix it stations, hydration stations, benches) • Connect to existing parks and local attractions, especially downtown • Provide designated park and rides for trail users • Create trailheads/major access points

Connection to Place and Creating an Experience • Create brand standards and touchpoints • Integrate storytelling through historical and informative story panels

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Implement an art program along the trail Install gateway features Install a unified, comprehensive wayfinding system Focus on landscape improvements Focus on creating spaces for people

Connect with Nature • Create it • Convert lawn to native plantings where feasible.

• Provide a range of flowering plants (at least 5 blooming plants per season) • Review existing codes to allow for native plantings in terraces and front yards • Develop community gardens • Manage it • Develop maintenance practices appropriate for each type of facility • Prioritize maintenance as appropriate for each facility style • Limit the use of pesticides • Time the mowing and raking of native plants to optimize habitat for pollinators • Control invasive species • Preserve it • Coordinate and partner with experts to effectively plan and implement desired native planting • Incorporate nature in future improvements to streets and public buildings. Consider using best management practices and incorporating sustainable systems (green roofs, stormwater features etc.)

Continue to meet evolving recreation needs • Update Fond du Lac’s Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan and Bike & Pedestrian Plan every five years

• Be sustainable throughout all aspects of trail • Create a Park Stewardship Program to connect people with nature through resource management

• Partner with the Master Gardener Volunteer Program for implementation of landscaping recommendations.

Funding Awareness and Education • Educate bicyclists, pedestrians, motorists and other trail users on safety, including rights and responsibilities of each mode of travel • Consider investing in a mobile application for trip planning, trail education and tracking users • Provide educational signage along the trail in addition to the existing stormwater signs and StoryWalk signs

Aesthetic Value • Work with private property owners to encourage improvements that are in line with design standards for the City • Utilize local materials and thematic inspiration for all aspects of trail design

Public-Private Partnerships

• Provide opportunities for trail sponsorship • Identify local donors to support trail • Apply for grants to implement trail improvements, marketing and planning efforts

Landscape Character • Install a variety of native plant communities • Install landscapes that support pollinators and create habits for the food web • Consider green infrastructure improvements when redeveloping roads and streetscape • Develop and enforce landscape codes adjacent to the trail and throughout the City • Incorporate education of native gardening practices, plant communities and natural processes to make citizens aware of intent of planting style and maintenance procedures

• Empower volunteers for trail maintenance • Partner with local businesses, schools, community groups, civic groups, etc. for educational, stewardship and management of the trail • Collaborate on promotion of trail • Encourage and support sponsorship for trail improvements and maintenance • Identify partners to provide bicycle education, enforcement and encouragement programs • Continue to partner with Fond du Lac Loop Coalition and others for marketing, education and safety • Implement a neighborhood watch program or trail patrol

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RECOMMENDATIONS (MASTER PLAN) Fond du Lac has great number of attractions proximate to the Loop trail. Continue to develop and implement wayfinding, map kiosks, and sense of arrival along the corridor.

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Lakeside District Lakeside Trail Lakeside encompasses Lakeside Park which is bordered by Lake Winnebego to the north. This 400 acre park is a one of Fond du lac’s greatest attractions.

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The following pages provide visionary ideas for the redevelopment, or enhancement of six City selected areas. These areas were selected to serve as high impact, catalytic projects that could build excitement about the Loop Master Plan Implementation. While these plans may be ambitious they provide vision to guide growth and encourage further development.

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The River Trail currently bisects the former industrial site, Quic Frez. The site is undergoing environmental brown field remediation with sheet piling is holding the slope back from the river. This fenced in area will need to remain untouched for decades. In the short term the site can serve to educate residents on remediation and long term the City can dream about converting this space into a community amenity.

The river flows around this parcel of land allowing for stepped access to the rivers edge. Once remediated, the excess earth that is on site can be used to create earth mounds and sun berms creating sculptural landforms and play elements. A critical short term improvement proposed is the addition of a trail head at the start of the River Trail, the lack of signage and residential adjacency make it seem like users are trespassing on private property as the approach the park. An entry plaza, map kiosk, bike parking, benches and enhanced landscaping will create a welcoming environment.

Quic Frez Park could be a place to access the water, kayak, play, gather or just relax. Education could be incorporated to learn about brownfield remediation and river ecology.

Sculptural landforms could be created to pay homage to indigenous people, provide places for lounging or recreating.

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CHARACTER IMAGES Quic Frez Park is a place to stop and...

...access the water

...to kayak

...to play

...to yoga

...to learn about brownfields and remediation

...to get information

...to learn about river ecology

...to create habitats

...pay homage to indigenous people

...to reflect and relax

...lounge on sculptural earthwork

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MASTER PLAN FOCUS AREA PLANS | HAMILTON PARK Hamilton Park Hamilton Park is a 1.4 acre park near the Downtown core. This existing offerings at Hamilton Park include a new playground, basketball court, police and fire memorial, green open space and a stormwater pond that attracts wildlife into the park. The proximity to the River and Downtown make it a magnet attraction for those working and visiting the downtown.

Enhancing the park amenities by providing looping trails, enhanced landscaping, a picnic shelter, restroom facilities and access along the river will provide a better physical and visual connection from Downtown via the proposed Gateway Plaza to the new plaza overlook and River Trail.

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Hamilton Park could also be a place for productive, edible landscapes. A place to play, swing, stroll, perform and read. Monuments could continue to pay tribute to local heros. Signage could educate users about edible gardens, stormwater management and wildlife.

CHARACTER IMAGES Hamilton Park a place...

...that grows things you can eat

...that grows things you can eat

...to pay tribute

...to swing

...to stroll along the river

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..to perform, spectate, reflect, read

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MASTER PLAN FOCUS AREA PLANS | GATEWAY PLAZA S MACY STREET

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At the corner of Forest Avenue and S Macy Street there is a triangular shaped opening with gorgeous mature trees; this is an ideal location for a River Trail Gateway Art Sculpture and plaza space to connect trail users to Hamilton park and downtown. By adding some paving, landscaping, benches and a gateway feature that can be seen no matter which direction you are approaching downtown will serve a landmark for residents and visitors. This location could also serve as the downtowns bike parking hub, to encourage riders to park and walk into downtown.

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Gateway plaza would be eye catching. A place to gather, linger and learn about the Loop and Rivertrail art. Colorful plantings and site features could create a memorable sense of place. Incorporating a bike hub could provide connection to Loop trail and downtown core.

CHARACTER IMAGES Gateway Plaza is a place...

...that is eye catching

...to learn about the Loop and Rivertrail Art

...you gather and linger

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MASTER PLAN FOCUS AREA PLANS | UNDERPASS PARK Underpass Park The Johnson Street Underpass provides a unique opportunity to take otherwise wasted space and create an amenity. (According to the City’s Comprehensive Plan, this neighborhood is deficient in park space and could benefit local residents). This site can serve as a bicycle support facility stop for Brooke Street Trail users and a lunch spot for local businesses.

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Underpass Park could be a place for people to swing, play, climb, fix their bikes, hydrate, rest, read and get information. Decorative lighting could extend the experience into the evening hours and programming could make this a great outdoor movie theatre or pop up food truck spot.

CHARACTER IMAGES Under Pass Park a place...

...that highlights local art through murals

...to swing

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...to hyrdrate

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...to get information

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MASTER PLAN FOCUS AREA PLANS | LIGHTHOUSE VIEW Lighthouse view The lighthouse is an iconic landmark and symbol for the City Fond du Lac. A seating area should be created with direct view of the lighthouse along the shore of Lighthouse Harbor equipped with decorative paving, benches and a sign panel that frames the view of the lighthouse, creating a photo opportunity for visitors to “photo bomb� the lighthouse. This unique user experience creates memories and excitement that will establish lasting impressions the people who interact with the panel. Each panel should be labeled or somehow identify Fond du Lac to help link the images of the light house to the city as photos are shared on the internet/social media.

CHARACTER IMAGES Lighthouse Frame Photo Op!

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MASTER PLAN FOCUS AREA PLANS | DOWNTOWN SCULPTURE TRAIL The River Trail that loops on the edge of Downtown is a prime opportunity to incorporate visual interest with site furnishings, local sculpture and follies.

Landscape and Placemaking Recommendations • Develop a downtown art program • Continue to reinforce the existing branding system (wayfinding signage/ imagery) • Establish a fund for sculptures along the trail • Develop a request for proposal for sculptures and distribute it to local and national artists • Consider creating establishing a competition with a prize to attract artists to develop sculpture for the Loop • Explore direct purchase of unique site furnishings that are sculptural and artistic that could serve as art

Partnership Opportunities Partnerships with local artists, schools and art groups to develop art that could be integrated into a sculpture park. Several groups to consider in Fond du Lac include: • • • • •

Children’s Museum of Fond du Lac - http://www.cmfdl.org/ Fond du Lac School District University of Wisconsin - Fond du lac - http://fdl.uwc.edu/campus/arts Fond du Lac Artists Association Fond du Lac Visual Arts

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BY DISTRICT Within each district, Placemaking is used to further enhance and create places that positively contribute to people’s health, happiness and well being.

What is Placemaking?

According to Project for Public Spaces, Placemaking is both an idea and an approach to improving a community. Placemaking focuses on creating places that people want to live, work and play in. The core elements of what defines a place include sociability, uses and activities, access and linkages, and comfort and image (see graphic to the right). Placemaking is about looking at a place as a whole, rather than components in isolation.

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The Districts A description of each the districts can be found on page 26. (Lakeside, Downtown, Maker and Ledgeview)

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Landscape improvements include recommendations for beautification at a variety of scales; converting lawn to native planting areas, establishing specialty gardens (Pollinator, Butterfly, Rain Gardens etc.) or drawing more attention to intersection especially at trail intersections.

Placemaking improvements include things like wayfinding (map kiosk), gateway feature, photo opportunities, story panels (educational signage), landmarks, bicycle amenities (parking, hydration and repair stations) and Art Garden (public art installations).

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PLACEMAKING MASTER PLAN | LAKESIDE DISTRICT Lakeside Park is an important destination in Fond du Lac with over 400 acres of potential. Expansion of existing infrastructure and programming will continue to make Lakeside Park a hub for outdoor recreation in the City.

Landscape and Placemaking Recommendations • Enhance connections to and from other magnet attractions to Downtown (Hamilton Park, Gateway Plaza etc.)

• Reference existing Excel Master Plan for Lakeside Park to guide consistent design and prioritize capital improvements • Continue to program activities, events and festivals in the district.

• Improve visitor navigation • Consider replacing lawn north of Harbor View Dr. with native planting.

• Consider pavement marking on Doty St. • Promote installation of native planting in terrace along east side of Doty St., along trail • Consider replacing lawn at corner of Doty St. and Fraizer Dr. with native planting • Install additional landscaping around Band Stand • Improve crossing and install landscaping at intersection of Harbor View Dr. and Mohawk Ave. • Improve crossing of Harbor View Trail at Winnebago Dr. • Install landscape plantings along north side of Winnebago Dr. at Harbor View Trail • Install map kiosk at intersection of Doty St. and Harbor View Trail • Install bike parking and repair station near parking lot on Doty St., north of Harbor View Dr. • Install story panel about Marine Ecology near head of Fond du Lac river • Consider Lakeside Park sculpture garden • Install story panel about Band Stand near Band Stand site • Install story panel about Lighthouse near Lighthouse site • Install wayfinding and directional signage at intersections of: 42

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– Harbor View Trail and Harbor View Dr. – Doty St and Sibley St. • Install View points for Band Stand and Lighthouse • Partner with Children’s Museum to install mural on building visible from trail

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PLACEMAKING MASTER PLAN | DOWNTOWN DISTRICT (NORTH) Lakeside Park and Downtown are two major Fond du lac destinations, leveraging the amenities of both with strengthen the other. Landscaping and placemaking features unified across the districts will strengthen the identity of the Loop and create memorable experiences for users.

By improving programming and connectivity with surrounding magnet destinations, the district will begin to reach its full potential and encourage people to linger-longer.

Downtown District (NORTH) Landscape Recommendations • • • • •

Overall District Landscape and Placemaking Recommendations • • Incorporate the Downtown trail and sculpture park into a Downtown master plan • Enhance connections to and from other magnet attractions to Downtown (Hamilton Park, Gateway Plaza etc.)

• Develop public art program • Continue to reinforce existing district brand.

• Continue to support programs that attract people to the area. (events, programming in parks etc.)

• Continue to follow recommendations in Houseal Lavigne’s Envision Plan.

• Continue to pursue improvements through the Downtown Fond du Lac Partnership • Improve wayfinding with branded directional signage and maps.

• Locate Bike Parking Hub near trail and downtown: Possible sites include Gateway Plaza, Hamilton Park or location along Macy St, between Division St and Merrill Ave.

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Develop park master plans for Underpass Park Install additional landscaping in terrace along east side of Doty St. Install landscaping at southeast corner of Brooke St. and Scott St. Install native plantings in terrace along trail between Sibley St. and Satterlee St. Install landscaping at northeast and southwest corner of Satterlee and Brooke St. Designate and mark connection to Adelaide Park and Satterlee Dog Park with wayfinding Mark crossing of trail at Scott St. and Doty St. Improve connections between bike trail and Sibley St. Paint sharrows on Doty St. Designate and mark connection to McKinley Park with wayfinding.

Partner with the Children’s museum and local artists to install mural or interactive art that is easily viewed from the trail.

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PLACEMAKING MASTER PLAN | DOWNTOWN DISTRICT (SOUTH) The Downtown and River Trail provide a hub for activity in the Fond du Lac. Leveraging the amenities of The Downtown District and landscaping and placemaking features unified across the districts will strengthen the identity of the Loop and create memorable experiences for users.

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• Develop complete park master plan for Hamilton Park • Create a gateway at the intersection of Forest Ave. and S. Macy St. • Install native plantings in terrace along trail between Sibley St. and Satterlee St. • Partner with private property owners to install native plantings along trail • Designate and mark connection to Playmore Park with wayfinding • Install landscape plantings around northeast and southeast corners of intersection of Brooke St. and W. Division St. • Consider converting vacant lots along trail to native plantings, could use as temporary cover until redevelopment occurs • Partner with Depot property owners to install native plantings along trail frontage • When Brooke St. is reconstructed incorporate green infrastructure by adding trees, planters and other landscaping features. Permable paving and infiltration planters can provide valuable stormwater management and create unique features • When/where possible bury utility lines and install street trees • Designate and mark connection to Veteran’s Park with wayfinding • Designate and mark connection to Taylor Park with wayfinding • Install landscape plantings on east side of intersection of Brooke St. and Western Avenue • Partner with property owners to install landscape improvements at intersection of S. Military Rd. and Brooke St. trail • Partner with property owners to install landscape improvements at 46

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intersection of River Trail and Brush Street/Morris Street • Install landscape plantings at intersection of Brush St. and Brooke St. Trail • Designate and mark connection to Franklin Park with wayfinding • Designate and mark connection to Fruth Memorial Field and Riverside Elementary with wayfinding • Install story panel about the “Early People” of Fond du Lac along River Trail west of Merrill Avenue • Install story panel about the “Fur Trade” of Fond du Lac along River Trail east of Doty Street • Install five banner poles on Brooke St. (see map for locations) • Install five banner poles on River Trail (see map for locations) • Install map kiosk at intersection of W. Division St. and River Trail • Install Bike Parking and Hydration/Repair station in Hamilton Park • Use Gateway Plaza as location for public sculpture and photo opportunities • Install story panel about the name origin of Fond du Lac along River Trail east of Doty Street • Create Downtown Art Garden as part of Quic Frez site master plan

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PLACEMAKING MASTER PLAN | MAKER DISTRICT The Maker District embodies the new industrial revolution. Many Fond du Lac businesses (Mercury Marine, J.F. Ahern Co., Land O’Lakes, etc.) are located within this district. Brooke Street is a substantial portion of the Loop trail system. Many of the properties are occupied, working facilities but not all are attractive properties.

Landscape and Placemaking Recommendations • Continue to look for opportunities to partner with local businesses • Establish a maker fair and exhibit works along the loop • Look for opportunities to partner with local schools on curriculum that allows students to develop art that is incorporated into the loop • Create design standards and enforce codes. Require and initiate corridor clean up of trash and derelict properties • Beautify edges with landscaping in key areas • When Brooke street is reconstructed, incorporate green infrastructure by adding trees, planters and other landscaping features. Permeable paving and infiltration planters can provide valuable stormwater management and create unique features • When/where possible bury utility lines and install street trees • Install landscape plantings at intersection of trail and W. 12th St. • Install landscape plantings at intersection of trail and Dixie St. • Install landscape plantings at intersection of Dixie St. and Hickory St. • Partner with property owners to covert lawn to native planting area along Hickory St. • Consider advertising Loop on existing billboard along east side of Hickory St. south of Land O’Lakes/Purina property • Improve crossing of trail from Hickory St. to off street trail, consider flashing light crossing • Install landscape plantings at intersection of Hickory St. and Pioneer Rd. • Partner with the local artists to install mural that is easily viewed from Pioneer Rd. • Install landscape plantings at south west and south east sides of 48

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intersections of Pioneer Rd. and Morris St. • Designate and mark connection to Greenway Arboretum with wayfinding • Install landscape plantings at southwest corner of intersection of Pioneer Rd. and S. Main St. • Paint bike lane markings at intersection of Pioneer Rd. and S. Main St. • Install story panel about the “Railroads” of Fond du Lac at intersection of Brooke St. and 12th St. • Install map kiosk at intersection of Brooke St. Trail and Dixie St. • Install wayfinding and directional signage at intersections of: – Dixie St. and Hickory St. – Hickory St. and Pioneer Rd. • Install story panel about the “Industry” of Fond du Lac along Hickory St. north of Pioneer Rd. • Install three banner poles on Pioneer Rd. (see map for locations).

• Install map kiosk at intersection of Pioneer Rd. and S. Main St. • Designate and mark connection Wild Goose State Trail with: – Hydration and Repair Station – Bike Parking – Public Sculpture – Map Kiosk and Gateway

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PLACEMAKING MASTER PLAN | LEDGEVIEW DISTRICT The Ledgview District is a transition zone from the urban core to suburban edge.

Landscape and Placemaking Recommendations • Continue to look for opportunities to partner with local businesses • Look for opportunities to include amenities with new development • Designate and mark connection to Buttermilk Creek Park and Pier Elementary School with wayfinding • Consider native plantings in drainage ditches along Pioneer Rd. • Paint S. Main St. , S. Park St. and Mihill Ave. with sharrows • Install landscape plantings in median at intersection of Camelot Dr. and Mihill Ave. • Incorporate trail into design of “Police Memorial Drive” • Designate and mark connection of Lakeview Park and Colwert-Edwards Park with wayfinding upon completion of rail road underpass • Designate and mark connection to Theisen MIddle School and Fond du Lac County fairgrounds with wayfinding • Install three banner poles on Pioneer Rd. (see map for locations).

• Install story panel about the “Historical Features” of Fond du Lac at crossing of East Branch of Fond du Lac River • Install two banner poles on S. Main St. (see map for locations) • Install wayfinding and directional signage at intersections of: – Main St. and East Ln. – East Ln. and Mihill Ave. – Mihill Ave. and Camelot Dr. – Main St. and East Ln. – Park Ave. and Pioneer Rd. – Camelot Dr. and Camelot Trail (south of detention pond) – Camelot Dr. and Camelot Trail (east of Society Insurance) – Camelot Dr. and Camelot Trail (north of Agnesian Health) – Martin Rd. and Camelot Trail (north of Hwy. 151) – Martin Rd. and S. Park Ave. 50

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• Ledgeview Corporate Center Placemaking features: – Ledgeview Park Art Garden – Bike Parking• Story Panel on “Local Industry” – Map Kiosk and Gateway • Install story panel about the “Agriculture” of Fond du Lac at intersection of Prairie Trail and Martin Rd. • Install map kiosk near intersection of Prairie Trail and Martin Rd.

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PLACEMAKING BIKE LOOP SIGNAGE Kevin Lynch defined wayfinding as “a consistent use and organization of definite sensory cues from the external environment.” Signage that allows for quick orientation within a given space allows users to feel more comfortable and encourages further exploration. Cohesive signage becomes part of a place’s brand.

The proposed colors were selected directly from the City’s existing wayfinding signage palette for consistency with existing branding and signage efforts.

Icons symbolize the general character of each of the districts. Materials selected are tied to industry (coated metal or corten steel) and local geology (indigenous stone).

Story Panels and Directional Wayfinding Recommendations • Design/prepare construction documents for story panels, map kiosks, wayfinding signage, trail markers, street identification banners and bicycle racks • Consider materials and coatings that reduce permanent damage from vandalism

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PLACEMAKING BIKE LOOP SIGNAGE | MAP KIOSK, TRAIL MARKERS AND STREET IDENTIFICATION

Trail Marker, Street ID and Map Kiosk signage can be used together or as individual elements depending on the location’s significance to the trail.

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PLACEMAKING BIKE LOOP SIGNAGE | MAP KIOSK, TRAIL MARKER OPTION 2 AND CUSTOM BIKE RACK

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PLACEMAKING LOCAL TRAIL ART SCULPTURE

Fence panel with pollinator habitat

Pollinator habitat pillar

Mural photo op

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Mural photo op

Interactive sculpture

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Custom bike rack

Fondue Fork bike rack

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PLACEMAKING LANDSCAPE RECOMMENDATIONS Landscape Improvements Incorporating plants into the landscape can enhance the goals of Placemaking.

In addition to the ecological impacts, plants have a known effect to reduce stress and increase satisfaction in site users. Choosing native plants encourages habitat for pollinators and improves overall food chain health. When carefully selected plants can also be used to help manage stormwater and remediate polluted soils (see Quiz Frez phytoremediation efforts). Careful design of plantings is critical for both success of the plantings as well as their intended ecological function.

Sites we suggest incorporating plantings include: • Intersections and crossings • Around singage and wayfinding features • Drainage areas • Medians and terraces • Vacant or undeveloped lots

Plant Recommendations The plant list included in this document is intended to provide a starting point when developing landscape plans for specific site improvements. Success of planting depends on choosing proper plants for the location. Variables to consider include: • Sun/Shade • Soil Conditions (PH) • Cold Hardiness (USDA) • Wet/Dry • Salt/Snow

Resources There is an abundance of free//inexpensive resources available to assist the city in making small scale decisions.

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For example: The Know Maintenance Garden (2014 by) Roy Diblik, provides several pre-designed low maintenance gardens. These examples can be overlaid onto a site and enlarged or shrunk to fit the allotted space. The City of Madison Engineering department has a variety of rain garden resources, including preplanned garden designs and links to Wisconsin Department of Natural Resource resources.

Plant installation can be completed in one of two ways. Live plants/plugs or by seed. Installing live plants provides a more immediate cover of the site however can be expensive and labor intensive. Seeding plants is more economical but does take longer to establish cover, therefore a temporary cover is needed and the establishment of all the varieties of seed in a particular mix are not guaranteed.

The success of any planting, whether live plants or seeds depends on the quality of the installation. Following planting standards, such as ASTM and International Society of Arboriculture will increase the likelihood of success.

Landscape Partnerships Landscape maintenance is an on going task and utilizing community resources can reduce the cost to the city. When developing plantings consider partnering with local, horticulture groups to maintain spaces or educate other volunteers on best management practices.

• Master Gardner Association - http://fonddulac.uwex.edu/hort/mg/ mgassn/ • Gottfried Prairie & Arboretum - http://gottfriedprairiearboretum.org/ • Greenway Arboretum - http://greenwayarboretum.org/ • Children’s Museum of Fond du Lac - http://www.cmfdl.org/

Plants for the Food Web As a “Bird City” Fond du Lac is already educating citizens about birds and implements sound conservation practices to preserve and enhance bird habitats within their borders. Fond du Lac’s Comprehensive Plan, park plans and annual City Council resolutions all include goals of developing and preserving habitat for birds and other wildlife. This landscape master plan is an opportunity to further those initiatives.

Plants for Pollinators Pollinators need both food and nesting sites. For species such as Monarch’s specific species, Milkweed, are required as habitat for reproduction. The attached graphic provides suggestions for perennial flowers, shrubs, and trees that encourage development pollinators either as a food source or as nesting habitat.

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Plant Recommendations Botanical Name

Botanical Name

Common Name

Common Name Coniferous Shrubs

Deciduous Trees

Juniperus horizontalis ‘Bar Harbor’

Bar Harbor Juniper

Acer x freemanii ‘Celebration’

Celebration Maple

Juniperus chinensis ‘Pfitzerana’

Pfitzer Juniper

Acer saccharum ‘Bailsta’

Fall Fiesta Sugar Maple

Juniperus chinessis ‘Kally’s Compact’

Kallay’s Compact Pfitzer Juniper

Carya ovata

Shagbark Hickory

Taxus x media ‘Dark Green’

Dark Green Yew

Celtis occidentalis ‘Prairie Pride’

Prairie Pride Hackberry

*Do not sheer, hand pruning only. Do not plow or store snow with salt near evergreens.

Ginkgo biloba ‘Golden Globe’

Golden Globe Ginkgo

Gleditisa triacanthos var. inermis ‘Shade Master’

Shademaster Thornless Honeylocust

Liriodendron tulipifera

Tulip Poplar

Ostrya virginiana

American hophornbeam, Ironwood

Quercus bicolor

Swamp White Oak

Quercus muelenbergii

Chinkapin Oak

Tilia x ‘Harvest Gold’

Harvest Gold Linden

Ulmus americana ‘New Horizon’

New Horizon Elm

Deciduous Shrubs Hamamelis vernalis ‘Sandra’

Sandra Witch Hazel

Hydrangea arborescens ‘Annabelle’

Annabelle Hydrangea

Rhus aromatica

Fragrant Sumac

Rhus aromatica ‘Gro-Low’

Gro Low Fragrant Sumac

Syringa meyeri ‘Palibin’

Dwarf Korean Lilac

Viburnum carlesi ‘Compactum’

Compact Koreanspice Viburnum

Bulbs*, Perennials and Grasses

Coniferous Trees Abies concolor

Concolor Fir

Picea abies

Norway Spruce

Picea glauca ‘Densata’

Black Hills Spruce

Pinus strobus

Eastern White Pine

Ornamental Trees Amelanchier x grandiflora ‘Autumn Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry Brilliance’

Allium atropurpureum

Flowering Onion

Allium cernuum

Nodding Pink Onion

Allium caeruleum

Ornamental Onion

Amsonia ‘Blue Ice’

Bluestar

Amsonia abernaemontana var. salicifolia

Willow-leaved Bluestar

Asclepias tuberosa

Butterflyweed

Baptisia ‘Purple Smoke’

Purple Smoke False Indigo

Baptisia spheaerocapa

Yellow False Indigo

Cercis canadensis

Eastern Red Bud

Calamagrostis x acutiflora ‘Karl Forester’

Karl Forester

Crategus crus-galli var. inermis

Thornless Washington Hawthorne

Carex brevoir

Fescue Sedge

Malus ‘Prairie Fire’

Prairie Fire Crab

Carex bicknelii

Bicknell’s Sedge

Malus ‘Spring Snow’

Spring Snow Crab

Crocus vernus*

Crocus

Syrtinga reticulata ‘Ivory Silk’

Ivory Silk Japanese Tree Lilac

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Botanical Name

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Botanical Name

Common Name

Bulbs*, Perennials and Grasses

Bulbs*, Perennials and Grasses Deschampsia cespitosa

Tufted Hair Grass

Dryopteris marginalis

Leather Wood Fern

Echinacea purpurea ‘Kim’s Knee High’

Kim’s Knee High Coneflower

Echinacea purpurea ‘Virgin’

Virgin Coneflower

Eupatorium dubium ‘Baby Joe’

Baby Joe Joe Pye Weed

Galium odoratum

Sweet Woodruff

Geranium ‘Tiny Master’

Cranesbill Geranium

Hosta ‘Big Daddy’

Big Daddy Hosta

Hosta ‘Guacamole’

Guacamole Hosta

Hemerocallis ‘LIttle Business’

LIttle Business Daylilly

Hemerocallis x hybrid ‘Chicago Apache’

Chicago Apache Daylily

Heuchera villosa var. atropurpurea

Maple Leaved Alumroot

Heuchera villosa ‘Autumn Bride’

Autumn Bride Alumroot

Hyacinthus orientalus*

Hyacinth

Monarda bradburiana

Eastern Beebalm

Muscari botryoides*

Grape Hyacinth

Narcissus ‘Lemon Drop’*

Triandrus Daffodil

Nepeta racemosa ‘Walker’s Low’

Walker’s Low Catmint

Nepeta ‘Early Bird’

Early Bird Catmint

Panicum virgatum ‘Northwind’

Northwind Switch Grass

Perovskia atriplicafolia ‘Little Spire’

Little Spire Russian Sage

Phlox paniculata ‘Blue Paradise’

Garden Phlox

Rudbeckia subtomentosa

Sweet Black-Eyed Susan

Salvia ‘May Night’

May Night Salvia

Salvia nemerosa ‘Wesuwe’

Meadow Sage

Schizachyrium scoparium

LIttle Bluestem

Seslaria autumnalis

Autumn Moore Grass

Rudbeckia subtomentosa

Sweet Black-Eyed Susan

Salvia ‘May Night’

May Night Salvia

Salvia nemerosa ‘Wesuwe’

Meadow Sage

Schizachyrium scoparium

LIttle Bluestem

Seslaria autumnalis

Autumn Moore Grass

Sesleria caerulea

Spring Moore Grass

Solidago sphacelata ‘Golden Fleece’

Goldenrod

Sporobolus heterolepis

Prairie Dropseed

Stachy officinalis ‘Hummelo’

Betony

Symphyotrichum novae-angliae

New England Aster

Pre-Planned Garden Blends and Seed Mixes Prairie Nursery - Preplanned Gardens Hummingbird Garden

Karner Blue Butterfly Garden

Monarch Habitat Garden

Xerces Pollinator Garden

Prairie Nursery - Seed Mix Short, Long or Wildlife Prairies

Moist Meadow

Monarch Habitat

Pollinator Seed Mix

References and Resources Wisconsin Native Plants - http://dnr.wi.gov/files/pdf/pubs/nh/nh0936.pdf Wisconsin Native Trees - http://dnr.wi.gov/topic/forestmanagement/documents/pub/FR-053.pdf Invasive Species (DO NOT PLANT) - http://dnr.wi.gov/topic/Invasives/ Supporting Native Bees - https://learningstore.uwex.edu/Assets/pdfs/G4001.pdf City of Madison - Rain Gardens - https://www.cityofmadison.com/engineering/stormwater/raingardens/ The Know Maintenance Perennial Garden - Roy Diblik (2014) Planting in a Post Wild World - Rainier and West (2015) FOND DU LAC

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RECOMMENDATIONS IMPLEMENTATION ACTION PLAN Introduction The Fond du Lac Loop Landscape Master Plan includes many important recommendations that will establish the Fond du Lac Loop as a premiere recreational trail network with strong connections, consistent character and a series of support assets that contribute to a strong sense of place and expression of Fond du Lac’s natural resources, history, culture and art.

The sheer size and number of improvement recommendations and ballpark costs may seem like an impossible task. This plan proposes three basic categories or levels of improvements; those that can be incorporated in the City’s capital improvement plan annually, those that can be supported via, donations, grants or other sponsorship and those that are visionary but would require a significant partner.

In this section, recommendations are translated into specific and prioritized projects and actions to help guide the city towards their vision for a better Loop. These are organized by Capital Improvements, Land Improvements and Development, Operational Improvements and Policy Improvements. Each describes a potential cost, funding source(s), and the leaders and partners who will be responsible for completing the project. Projects are prioritized based on their cost and catalytic potential.

Capital Improvements These public projects target the loop, Hamilton Park, Johnson Underpass, Quic Frez Site, public right-of-ways, public facilities and other public spaces where improvements would advance all aspects of the vision for the Loop and Fond du Lac as a whole. Projects are listed in priority order, not only due to their impact but also the required investment. Some projects will require private investment to complete. Most of the projects follow a three phase process that starts with preliminary design, final design/engineering and concludes with construction. The cost of Phase 1 and 2 are about 25% 66

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of the total project value. Estimates provided are ballpark and should only be used for budgeting purposes, in almost all cases further planning, design and engineering is required before these improvements can be implemented.

Phase I consulting services will need to be completed well before construction can be a reality. All projects may require public outreach/input, design, engineering and permitting.

Land Improvements and Development There are several vacant parcels within the loop area that could be used to support the vision for the loop master plan. Carefully considered public sector improvements will support the vision in this plan and can help develop new support/magnet attractions (cafe’s, shopping etc.) for trail users. As parcels become available the city should evaluate ownership opportunities that align with this and other city initiatives.

Operational Improvements The City, Parks Department, Downtown Fond du Lac Partnership, Fond du Lac Loop Coalition and other interested parties should coordinate to refine and improve organizational, marketing and financial operations that will support the vision of the Loop Master Plan. While these improvements don’t have an immediate visual gratification lay important groundwork for implementing the rest of the plan.

Policy Improvements Public Policy is the foundation of all City initiatives and execution of all aspects of this plan. Starting with the adoption of this plan the city will have to navigate additional studies required, reaching out to private property owners and local businesses to generate support and identify funding opportunities to make this vision a reality.

“THERE ARE NO IMPOSSIBLE PROJECTS, JUST IMPOSSIBLE TIMELINES.” -UNKNOWN

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RECOMMENDATIONS IMPLEMENTATION ACTION PLAN Capital Improvements Trail Safety Improvements

Provide safe and comfortable bicycling conditions, adequate parking and an attractive space for people.

Total Cost: TBD

2018 2018 2019 2019 2020+ ongoing

• • • •

Designate and sign bicycle park and rides Design and install downtown bike hubs Consider trail connections to nearby parks Construct improvements to crosswalks as road repair/construction occurs

Funding: City, Grants, TIF Partnerships: City Departments, Consultants Placemaking Improvements

Enhance user experience by installed a branded wayfinding package.

Total Cost: $450k-600k Funding: City, Grants, TIF Partnerships: City Departments, Consultants

Landscaping Improvements

Enhance the trail by installing native landscaping areas.

Total Cost: $30,000-$100,000 annually Funding: City, Grants, TIF Partnerships: City Departments, Local Organizations, Consultants

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2018

$90,000

2018 2018 2018 2018 2020+ ongoing

• Finalize design and construction documentation for all proposed Placemaking signage • Bid designs • Install map kiosks and wayfinding signage • Install additional trail markers • Install bicycle racks, hydration stations and fix it stations where desired • Install story panels • Encourage installation of art along the loop on private property (see Master Plan section for specific improvement locations)

2018 and beyond

• • • • •

Plan and design landscaping at desired intersections Install landscape improvements at major and minor intersections Install landscape improvements in islands and medians Install demonstration/themed gardens Encourage installation of enhanced landscaping along the loop on private property

(see Master Plan section for specific improvement locations)

Capital Improvements Quic Frez

Develop a park at the former Quic Frez site.

Total Cost: $1M-$1.5M Funding: TIF, private sponsorship, donations, grants

2018

$20,000

2019 2025 2025+

$100,000 $50,000

2020 2025+

$165,000

• Plan and design trailhead at entrance to the River Trail at the intersection of Morris St. and Brush St. • Engineer and construct the trailhead • Master Plan the park • Engineer and construct park

Partnerships: City Departments, Downtown Fond du Lac Partnership, Consultants Hamilton Park

Improve Hamilton Park to make it a downtown destination.

• Plan and design improvements to Hamilton Park • Engineer and construct the Park

Total Cost: $850k - $1M Funding: TIF, City Funds, private sponsorship, donations, grants Partnerships: City Departments, Downtown Fond du Lac Partnership, Consultants Gateway Plaza

Create a public plaza at the north west corner of intersection of S Macy Street and Forest Ave.

2019 2020

$28,000

• Plan and design Gateway Plaza • Engineer and construct Gateway Plaza

Total Cost: $145k-$275k Funding: TIF, City Funds, private sponsorship, donations, grants Partnerships : City Departments, Downtown Fond du Lac Partnership, Consultants Underpass Park

Develop a public park and playground under the Johnson Underpass.

Total Cost: $600k-$1.75M

2018 2022 2025+

• Collaborate with WIS DOT to determine feasibility of the park • Plan and engineer Underpass Park • Construct Underpass Park

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Capital Improvements Lighthouse View

Install an iconic, branded attraction in Lakeside Park.

2018

Total Cost: $15k-$30k

2019

• As part of the Placemaking improvements finalize design and construction documentation for the lighthouse photo or sign panel • Install panel and associated improvements

Funding: TIF, City Funds, private sponsorship, donations, grants Partnerships: Parks Department

Downtown Sculpture Trail

Develop a public art program and sculpture trail along the River Trail.

Total Cost: TBD Funding: TIF, City Funds, private sponsorship, donations, grants Partnerships: City Departments, Downtown Fond du Lac Partnership

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• Plan and design Sculpture locations along the trail and associated landscape improvements • Engineer, construct, install installations

Land Improvements & Development City Owned vacant lots

Convert vacant lots into trail amenities.

Ongoing

• Consider developing the following city owned lots into gardens or support facilties for the Loop: • Forest and Brooke Street • Southwest corner of Western and Militar (see Master Plan section for specific improvement locations)

Ongoing

• Encorce design standards and desired landscape aesthetics proposed and make sure they are in line with this plan

Ongoing

• Provide assistance for appropriate improvements to private properties that are adjacent to or proximate to the loop or focus areas identified in this plan.

Total Cost: TBD Funding: TIF, City Funds, private sponsorship, donations, grants Partnerships: City of Fond du Lac, Parks Department, Community Development, Parks and Recreation Department, Master Gardeners Club, Educational Instituitions

General Development

The City should carefully evaluate developer proposals and make sure proposals support the plan.

Total Cost: TBD Funding: TIF, private sponsorship, donations, grants Partnerships: City of Fond du Lac, Community Development, Private Developers

Improvement Assistance

Consider developing a gap fund that could assist private property owners to make facade and landscaping improvements to their properties.

Total Cost: TBD Funding: TIF, City Funds, private sponsorship, donations, grants Partnerships: City of Fond du Lac, Parks Department, Downtown Fond du Lac Partnership, Community Development

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Operational Improvements Marketing

Engage in branding, public relations and outreach.

2017 2017

Total Cost: $60,000 (Signage bid documents), $100,000 (Promotion)

2018

Funding: City, grants Partnerships: Strive On, other City departments, local business sponsors, Consultants

Public/Private Partnerships

Reach out to potential partners to improve and maintain trail.

2018 2019 Ongoing

2018 2018

Total Cost: : TBD 2019 Funding: Grants, local businesses 2019 Partnerships: Local schools, artists, businesses, community groups, civic groups, neighborhoods, Art Board

Management

Prepare for maintenance of the future capital improvements.

2020+

2017 2017 2017

Total Cost: : TBD Ongoing Funding: City Partnerships: Advisory Park Board

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• Finalize a cohesive branding for the trail (final field survey, design detailing, bid documents. Final procurement,final production (TBD) • Meet with Strive On to discuss opportunities to develop a mobile application for the trail • Host a community-wide bike safety event to educate trail users and motorists on safety and rights and responsibilities of each mode of travel • Update the comprehensive trail map • Develop promotional material • Use the Fond du Lac Loop website to share information

• Implement a neighborhood watch program or trail patrol to monitor The Loop • Work with Giddings & Lewis Machine Tools to identify opportunities for murals on blank industrial walls • Work with Children’s Museum to develop mural on building side along Doty St. • Partner with the Master Gardener Volunteer Program for implementation of landscaping recommendations • Develop community gardens

• Create a project management team • Augment existing staff responsibilities to manage new improvements • Develop plan for revenue generation and enhancement through fees, events, sponsorships etc.

• Create a Park Stewardship Program to connect people with nature through resource management

Public Policy Fond du Lac Loop Landscape Master Plan

Plan Adoption and Maintenance.

2017 2017-2018

Total Cost: $0 Funding: City funds, grants

2019+

Partnerships: Advisory Park Board, City, Consultants Conduct Additional Studies

Continue to undertake studies and create/update policies that improve the trail and local attractions/ destinations.

Total Cost: : Varies

2017 2017 2018 $25,000-$50,000 2019 $20,000-$30,000

• Adopt the FDL Loop Landscape Master Plan • Review existing codes and processes, identify impediments to implementing this plans vision. Modify documents to align with goals, objectives, and principles of this plan.

• Review and update FDL Loop Master Plan • Modify existing maintenance scheduled/develop a living maintenance plan to maintain new improvements as they come online • Review and amend existing codes to allow for native plantings in terraces and front yards • Implement the Lakeside Master Plan(s) • Update Fond du Lac’s Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (CORP) and Bike & Pedestrian Plan every five years (Next CORP due 2020-2025)

Funding: City funds, grants Partnerships: Park Board, City Staff, City Council Property Owner Outreach

Work with property owners to make improvements that will improve safety and aesthetics along trail.

2017+

Total Cost: : Varies Funding: City funds

• Contact property owners to discuss facade improvements, junk yard removal/cleanup, fence update/repairs • (2) vacant lots on Mihill south of Pioneer • Contact business and property owners to discuss the FDL Loop (determine support, future plans and business objectives, potential development/support /sponsorship for improvements,etc.) Align policies and actions

Partnerships: City Staff Funding

Identify funding opportunities to implement action items.

2017 $25,000-$50,000 2017

Total Cost: : Varies Funding: TIF, City funds, private sponshorship and donations, grants

2018 $0 $5,000+ each 2018+ Varies

• Develop a fundraising campaign plan to be used when soliciting individual, corporate and foundation prospects • Develop a sponsorship program for trail (e.g. benches, artwork, signage) • Identify and prospect donors • Apply for grants (see page 66) • Utilize TIF to fund public improvements

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RECOMMENDATIONS FUNDING Funding Program Eligible Activities & Agency

Application Grant Award Deadline Limit

Additional Comments Local Match Required

C.D. Besadny Conservation Grant

•Supporting small-scale habitat restoration projects •Education and outreach programs about Wisconsin’s natural resources

Various

•Up to $1,000

1:1 basis (including in-kind services or donation) twice per year

•Must be tax-exempt 501(c)(3), public or private school, or government agency •Grants are not awarded to projects with a total project budget greater than $10,000 •Website: http://www.wisconservation.org/how-we-work/cd-besadny-conservation-grants/

• Removing heavy debris and trash from rivers and bays •Improving access for local paddlers •Establishing water trails •Monitoring water quality •Removing environmentallysensitive woody debris •Restoring and improving riparian buffer •Environmental education and outreach programs

March annually

•$100-$1,000

None

•Eligible organizations include canoe clubs and conservation organizations •Applications that outline how funding will be acknowledged (i.e., press releases; websites and social media sites; newsletters; using the ACA/ L.L. Bean logo on advertisements, signage, printed materials, etc.) have an increased chance of being funded.

•Website: http://www.americancanoe.org/?page=LLBean_ CFS_Grant

•Communitywide: $25,000 •Site Specific Plan: $15,000

50%

•Must meet Low to Moderate Income (LMI) criteria to be eligible •Website: http://www.doa.state.wi.us/Divisions/Housing/ Bureau-of-Community-Development/CDBG-PF-ProgramOverview

Natural Resources Foundation

Club Fostered Stewardship Grant American Canoe Association/L.L. Bean

Community Development Block GrantPlanning (CDBGPLNG)

•Creating plans to address End of May economic and development needs annually of a community or site

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Funding Program Eligible Activities & Agency Five Star Restoration Grants National Fish & Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)

Fund Your Park National Recreation & Park Association

Highway Safety Funds - Sections 402 and 403 WisDOT

John C. Bock Foundation Grant

Application Grant Award Deadline Limit

Additional Comments Local Match Required

Annually in •Ecological improvements including: wetland, riparian, forest February and coastal habitat restoration •Wildlife conservation •Enhancing community tree canopy •Water quality monitoring and storm water management •Targeted community outreach, education and stewardship

•$20,000 to $50,000 (average $30,000)

50%

•Geographic focus depends on funding available from the funding partners.

•Website: http://www.nfwf.org/fivestar/Pages/2016RFP.aspx

•Crowdfunding platform service designed for park and recreation agencies

•Varies

•Service is free, tax deductible donations

N/A

•Website: https://www.nrpa.org/about-national-recreationand-park-association/fundraising/fund-your-park/

•Funds highway safety projects at sites that have experienced a high crash history, emphasis on low-cost options that can be implemented quickly

December 1st annually

•Variable

20%

•Community programs: provides funds for bicycle and pedestrian education and enforcement projects; nonconstruction projects such as helmet purchase, sponsorship or bicycle rodeos, development of brochures, etc.

•Highway safety program: provides funds for bicycle/ pedestrian education. May also be used to develop safety classes for Bicycle/Pedestrian offenders • Research projects: funds the research of data needed to substantiate unique local needs for safety funds.

•Website: http://wisconsindot.gov/Pages/doing-bus/localgov/astnce-pgms/highway/hsip.aspx

•Preserving and protecting landscapes containing mature woodlands or old growth forest

May 31st annually

•Variable

Variable

•Aims at public education, particularly of builders and developers, about the conservation of woodlands •Website: http://www.bockfoundation.org/bock/default.htm

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Funding Program Eligible Activities & Agency

Application Grant Award Deadline Limit

Local Match

Additional Comments

Joint Effort Marketing (JEM) Grant Program

•E-mail marketing, print and broadcast ads, direct mail, publicity, and billboards

•First of •Up to $39,550 the month August, November, February and April

25%

•Reimburses Wisconsin non-profit organizations for qualified advertising costs to make a promotion or event come to fruition •Applications must be submitted at least 90 days prior to the first day of advertising that will be paid using the grant funds; for example, if your first JEM funded ad runs on November 1, your application should be submitted by August 1 •Website: http://industry.travelwisconsin.com/grants/jointeffort-marketing-jem-grant-program

•Land/easement acquisition for local parks •Development projects for nature-based outdoor recreation

May 1st annually

•No limit

50%

•Statewide umbrella program for Aids for the Acquisition and Development of Local Parks (ADLP), Urban Green Space (UGS) grants, Urban Rivers (UR) grants, and Acquisition of Development Rights (ADR). Community must have an up-todate Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan •Website: http://dnr.wi.gov/topic/stewardship/grants/Index. html

Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) WDNR

•Land acquisition •Developing outdoor recreation facilities, including active sports facilities

May 1st annually

•No limit

50%

•Applicants apply for LWCF grants through the KnowlesNelson Stewardship Program •Website: http://dnr.wi.gov/Aid/LWCF.html

Landowner Incentive Program (LIP)

•Improving or creating habitat for native plants and wildlife •Providing technical help to improve property, which helps wildlife and plant species, especially rare species

Various

•$2,500 $25,000

25%

•Helps private landowners create and manage habitat for species that are rare or declining •Provides management advice, assistance with management plans and cost-share funding to individuals and organizations proposing projects on private lands throughout Wisconsin •LIP is a cost-share program and DNR can reimburse a landowner for up to 75% of the cost for the on-the-ground practices that are involved in the management of the project.

The landowner is required to contribute the matching percentage •Website: http://dnr.wi.gov/topic endangeredresources/lip.html

•Various award amounts

30%

•To be eligible for grant award payment reimbursement, the applicant shall obtain all necessary permits and approvals for the project •Website: http://dnr.wi.gov/Aid/MunFloodControl.html

Wisconsin Department of Tourism

Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program WDNR

WDNR

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•Property acquisition and removal March of structures to improve water annually storage •Flood-proofing and detention ponds •Flood mapping Loop LANDSCAPE Master Plan

Funding Program Eligible Activities & Agency

Application Grant Award Deadline Limit

Local Match Additional Comments Required

North American Wetlands Conservation Act Grants Program

•Long-term protection, restoration, and/or enhancement of wetlands and associated uplands •Habitats for the benefit of all wetlands-associated migratory birds

•Cycle 1: •$75,000 for November small projects annually •Cycle 2: July annually

50%

•Applicants submit project proposals to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Division of Bird Habitat Conservation for either of the program’s two funding cycles per year •Website: http://www.fws.gov/birds/grants/ north-american-wetland-conservation-act.php

•Funds bicycle infrastructure projects such as bike paths, lanes, trails, and bridges, mountain bike facilities, bike parks and pump tracks, BMX facilities, end-of-trip facilities (bike racks, storage), and more

•April 7 and October

•$10,000

>50%

•Applicants can be from city/county agencies or departments working on projects with a focus on bicycling, active transportation, or community development •Website: http://www.peopleforbikes.org/ pages/grant-guidelines

•Installation of new and reconstruction of ramps, boarding docks, and support facilities •Improvement and repair of docks •Dredging •Trash skimming equipment •Navigation aids •Weed harvesting equipment •Feasibility studies

•Open Application (Typically May 1st)

•No limit

50%

•Must make presentation to the appointed Waterways Commission •Website: http://dnr.wi.gov/Aid/RBF.html

•Maintaining or restoring existing trails •Developing or rehabilitating trailside/trailhead facilities and trail linkages •Constructing new trails •Acquiring property for trails

May 1st annually

•$45,000 annually •$200,000 every third year

50%

•Federal funds are awarded through the WDNR Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program.

•Website: http://dnr.wi.gov/aid/rta.html

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service PeopleForBikes PeopleForBikes

Recreational Boating Facilities (RBF) WDNR

Recreational Trails Aids (RTA) Program WDNR

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Funding Program Eligible Activities & Agency

Application Grant Award Deadline Limit

Local Match Required

Additional Comments

Sport Fish Restoration (SFR)

•Constructing and renovating a new boat ramp •Developing and renovating parking lots •Developing accessible paths •Lighting and restroom facilities •Channel dredging and feasibility studies •Fishing Piers

February 1st annually

•No limit

50%

•Projects that have received funding from other federal grants are not eligible to receive SFR grant funding •Website: http://dnr.wi.gov/Aid/SFR.html

•Offers a range of loans and credit options to help finance eligible surface transportation projects.

Ongoing

•WisDOT N/A charges a 2% interest rate on loan principal and projects can be amortized up to 25 years

•Eligible projects include construction of parking facilities, bicycle lanes and pedestrian walkways to better facilitate customer traffic on or near retail centers and tourist attractions; providing signal lights, turn lanes and pedestrian walkways at busy highway intersections; constructing or widening a road linking an intermodal facility or enhancing a road leading up to a brownfield property •Website: http://wisconsindot.gov/Pages/doingbus/local-gov/astnce-pgms/aid/sib.aspx

•Developing and implementing local land and water management programs targeted to specific classes of lakes in response to various development and recreational use pressures •Improving or protecting the quality of water in lakes or the quality of natural ecosystems •Implementing protection activities for the lakes based on their classification •Implementing the recommendations of a lake management plan

•Lake Classification and Ordinance

•Classification: $50,000 •Protection: $200,000

•Awarded through DNR Surface Water Grants Program •Website: http://dnr.wi.gov/Aid/SurfaceWater. html

WDNR

State Infrastructure Bank (SIB) WisDOT

Surface Water Grants: Lake Classification and Lake Protection Grants WDNR

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Funding Program Eligible Activities & Agency Surface Water Grants: Lake Management Planning and Large and Small Scale Lakes

Application Deadline

Grant Award Limit

Local Match Additional Comments Required

•Collecting and analyzing •December information needed to protect and 10th annually restore lakes and their watersheds

•Small scale projects: $3,000 •Large scale projects: $25,000

33%

•Funding for local governments and tribes.

•Awarded through DNR Surface Water Grants Program •Website: http://dnr.wi.gov/Aid/SurfaceWater. html

Planning •Assisting in the formation and/ or strengthening of qualified river management organization •Protecting or improving rivers and their ecosystems •River improvement education projects •Assessments and plan development Management •Purchasing land or conservation easements •Developing local ordinances •Installing nonpoint source pollution control practices •River restoration activities

•Planning: $10,000 •Management: $50,000

25%

•Awarded through DNR Surface Water Grants Program •Website: http://dnr.wi.gov/Aid/SurfaceWater. html

•Large-scale: $1 million •Small-scale: $150,000

30%

•Competitive grants for local governments.

•Cities, villages, towns, counties, regional planning commissions, tribal governments and special purpose lake, sewerage and sanitary districts may apply •Website: http://dnr.wi.gov/Aid/TargetedRunoff. html

WDNR

Surface Water Grants-River Protection Planning & River Protection Management Grants WDNR

Targeted Runoff Management (TRM) Grant Program WDNR

•River Protection Planning: December 10th annually •River Protection Management: February 1st annually

•Reimbursing agriculture or urban •April 15th nonpoint source pollution control annually in targeted, critical geographic areas with surface water or groundwater quality concerns

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Funding Program Eligible Activities & Agency

Application Deadline

Grant Award Limit

Local Match Required

Additional Comments

Tax Increment Finance (TIF)

•Land acquisition, park infrastructure, trail development •Cannot be used for constructing recreation and community buildings

•Adoption must be completed by September 30th of each year

•Not a grant program

N/A

•Not a grant program but an economic development financing tool •Local municipality creates Tax Increment District (TID).

•100% of tax increment growth returned to the TID for a set period of time, usually 20 or 27 years •Website: https://www.revenue.wi.gov/slf/tif.html

•Provides for a variety of alternative transportation programs including Safe Routes to School, Transportation Enhancements and the Bicycle and Pedestrian Facilities Program

Varies

•WisDOT 20% reimburses 80% of the approved project costs • Minimum project cost is $300,000

•Eligible activities include construction, planning and design of on-road and off-road trail facilities for pedestrians, bicyclists, and other nonmotorized forms of transportation; construction, planning and design of infrastructure-related projects and systems that will provide safe routes for non-drivers; community improvement activities; environmental mitigation activities; recreational trails program; Safe Routes to School program; and planning, designing or constructing boulevards and other roadways largely in the right-of-way of former Interstate System routes or other divided highways •Website: http://wisconsindot.gov/Documents/ doing-bus/local-gov/astnce-pgms/aid/tap/ guidelines.pdf

Wisconsin Department of Revenue

Transportation Alternative Program (TAP) WisDOT

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Funding Program Eligible Activities & Agency Urban Forestry WDNR

Urban Nonpoint Source & Storm Water Management Grants WDNR

Application Deadline

Grant Award Limit

Local Match Additional Comments Required

•Provides technical service October 1 and financial assistance to annually communities for developing urban forestry programs

$25,000

50%

•Priorities include communities needing to develop an urban forestry plan, worker training, and to conduct a street tree inventory • Eligible projects include undertaking street tree inventories, training for Village tree workers, developing urban open space programs, developing urban forestry plans, developing a tree ordinance, developing a public awareness program and tree planting maintenance •Website: http://dnr.wi.gov/topic/UrbanForests/ grants/

•Controlling urban nonpoint source and storm water runoff pollution

•Construction: $150,000 •Additional $50,000 may be requested for property acquisition

Planning: 50%

•Competitive grants to local governments to reimburse costs of planning or construction •The local government must have either jurisdiction over the project area or be required to control storm water discharge with an inter-governmental agreement between the municipality and WDNR. Eligible areas are urban lands with population density of at least 1,000 people per square mile or non-permitted commercial or municipally-owned industrial use. Projects may be in areas that are expected to become urban within 20 years •Website: http://dnr.wi.gov/Aid/ UrbanNonpoint.html

April 15 annually

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