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Oregon’s 2012-13
RECREATIONAL TRAILS PROGRAM
GRANT APPLICATION MANUAL

National Recreational Trails Program
Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century (MAP-21)
Effective October 1, 2012 through September 30, 2014.

Oregon Parks and Recreation Department
725 Summer Street NE, Suite C
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 986-0707
Revised 9/14/12

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION 1.0
THE RECREATIONAL TRAILS PROGRAM ..................................... 1
1.1
Program Overview.......................................................................................... 1
1.2
Recreational Trail Program Advisory Committee (RTPAC) ........................ 1
1.3
Program Policies ............................................................................................ 1
1.4
Eligibility ......................................................................................................... 2
1.5
Match Requirement ........................................................................................ 5
1.6
Control and Tenure ....................................................................................... 7
1.7
40-30-30 Requirement .................................................................................... 7
1.8
Environmental Requirements........................................................................ 8
1.9
State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) Requirements ........................ 14
SECTION 2.0
APPLICATION PROCESS .............................................................. 15
2.1
How to Apply................................................................................................. 15
2.2
What to Include............................................................................................. 16
2.3
Application Form ......................................................................................... 18
2.4
Project Funding Information ....................................................................... 18
2.5
PROJECT NARRATIVE ....................................................................................... 18
2.6
ATTACHMENTS ................................................................................................. 18
SECTION 3.0
SELECTION CRITERIA ................................................................... 20
3.1
Recreational Trails Program Evaluation Criteria Point Summary ............ 20
3.2
Oprd Technical Review ................................................................................ 20
3.3
Recreational Trails Program Advisory Committee Member Evaluation .. 24
SECTION 4.0
PROJECT SELECTION ................................................................... 36
4.1
Technical Review.......................................................................................... 36
4.2
Committee Review........................................................................................ 36
4.3
Approval Process ......................................................................................... 36
SECTION 5.0
REPORT AND REIMBURSEMENT REQUIREMENTS.................... 38
5.1
General Information ..................................................................................... 38
5.2
Progress Reports ......................................................................................... 38
5.3
Documentation Requirement for Expenditures ......................................... 38
5.4
Partial Billings............................................................................................... 39
5.5
Final Billings ................................................................................................. 39
5.6
Reimbursement Request Form ................................................................... 39
SECTION 6.0
FORMS AND RESOURCES ............................................................ 40
6.1
Application Forms ........................................................................................ 40
6.2
Billing Forms................................................................................................. 40

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SECTION 1.0

THE RECREATIONAL TRAILS PROGRAM

1.1
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Recreational Trails Program (RTP) is a Federal-aid assistance program to help
States provide recreational trails for both motorized and non-motorized trail use. The
program provides funds for all kinds of recreational trail uses, such as pedestrian uses
(hiking, running, and wheelchair use), bicycling, in-line skating, equestrian use, crosscountry skiing, snowmobiling, off-road motorcycling, all-terrain vehicle riding, four-wheel
driving, or using other off-road motorized vehicles.
The Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century (TEA 21) authorized the RTP as a
Federal-aid program (23 U.S.C. 206). The RTP replaced the original National
Recreational Trails Funding Program, also known as the Symms Act. On August 10,
2005, the RTP was continued with the passage of the Safe, Accountable, Flexible,
Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU). The most
current legislation authorizing the RTP is a two-year transportation authorization,
entitled Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century (MAP-21). MAP-21 took
effect on October 1, 2012 and extends the program through FFY2014. (Sept. 30, 2014)
The U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration
(USDOT/FHWA) administers the RTP program. The Governor of the State of Oregon
has designated the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) as the agency
responsible for administering funding apportionments made to the State. RTP funds
represent a portion of the federal gasoline tax attributed to recreation on non-gasoline
tax supported roads. The federal government, through FHWA, prescribes many of the
regulations governing this program.

1.2
RECREATIONAL TRAIL PROGRAM ADVISORY COMMITTEE (RTPAC)
SAFETEA-LU required that each state create a State Recreational Trail Program
Advisory Committee that represents both motorized and non-motorized recreational trail
users and meet at least once per fiscal year. In Oregon the committee provides advice
to the State Trails Coordinator and the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department
Director regarding program policy and procedures. The committee also serves as the
evaluation committee that reviews and prioritizes grant applications and makes their
recommendations to the Director for approval by the Oregon Parks Commission.
An additional committee, the Oregon Recreation Trails Advisory Council (ORTAC), was
established by the Oregon Legislature in 1971 to provide policy guidance to the State in
the development of a system of recreational trails. ORTAC is primarily responsible for
policy guidance on non-motorized recreation trails.

PROGRAM POLICIES
1.3
OPRD and the Recreational Trail Program Advisory Committee intend that RTP grant
funding be used to enhance trail opportunities by achieving results that would not

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otherwise be possible. Therefore, RTP grants that replace other potential or actual trail
funding will not be awarded.
RTP grants are for projects that are primarily recreational in nature, rather than serving
a more utilitarian transportation function.
Grants are limited to a minimum of not less than $5,000 due to costs associated with
the program's administrative requirements. Under special circumstances an exception
to this minimum may be approved. An exception must be obtained in writing from the
State Trails Coordinator prior to submission of a RTP grant application. A copy of the
letter of exception must be included with the application.
The RTP functions as a Reimbursement grant program. Project sponsors must have
the financial capacity to pay for project expenses prior to being reimbursed by grant
funds. Once project expenses have been incurred and paid for by the sponsor,
payment documentation can then be submitted to OPRD for reimbursement, up to the
amount of the grant award.

1.4
ELIGIBILITY
Grants may be awarded to any of the following:
• Non-profit organizations - A qualified non-profit organization is one that meets
the following criteria:
o
Registered with the State of Oregon as a non-profit for a minimum of 3
years
o
Will name a successor at the time of any change in organizational status
(for example, dissolution)
o
Does not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender, income, race,
or religion
It is the intention of OPRD, that non-profit organization Project Sponsors of RTP
projects maintain non-profit status throughout the duration of a project. Since this
is not always possible, a successor organization must agree, in writing, to
complete all RTP project responsibilities required by the contract should the
original organization’s status change. The responsibilities are identified in the
RTP Project Agreement (contract). A qualified successor is any party that meets
the eligibility criteria to apply for RTP funds and is capable of complying with all
Project Agreement responsibilities. OPRD recommends, whenever possible, a
government agency be sought as a successor.
• Municipal agencies (cities, towns, counties, school districts, etc.)
• State agencies (Oregon Parks and Recreation Department, Oregon Department
of Forestry, Oregon Department Fish and Wildlife)
• Federal government agencies (Bureau of Land Management, U.S. Forest
Service, National Park Service, etc.)
• Other government entities (regional governments, Metropolitan Planning
Organizations (MPOs), port districts, etc.)
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Eligible Projects: Permissible uses of RTP grant funds include:
• Construction of new recreation trails. For projects on federal land, the most
important requirement is that the federal agency land manager must approve of
the project in accordance with other applicable Federal laws and regulations.
This category may include construction of new trail bridges, or providing
appropriate way-finding signage along a trail.
• Restoration of existing trails may be interpreted broadly to include any kind of
non-deferred trail maintenance, restoration, rehabilitation, or relocation. This
category may include maintenance and restoration of trail bridges, or providing
appropriate way-finding signage along a trail.
• Development and rehabilitation of trailside and trailhead facilities and trail
linkages for recreational trails may be interpreted broadly to include development
or rehabilitation of any trailside and trailhead facility. The definition of
“rehabilitation” means extensive trail repair needed to bring a facility up to
standards suitable for public use due to natural disasters or acts of nature.
Trailside and trailhead facilities must have a direct relationship with a
recreational trail.
• Purchase and lease of recreational trail construction and maintenance
equipment includes purchase and lease of any trail construction and
maintenance equipment, including lawn mowers and trail grooming machines,
provided the equipment is used primarily to construct and maintain recreational
trails. This provision does not include purchase of equipment to be used for
purposes unrelated to trails.
• Acquisition of easements and fee simple title to property for recreational trails or
recreational trail corridors. This category may include acquisition of old road or
railroad bridges to be used as recreational trail bridges. However, RTP legislation
prohibits condemnation of any kind of interest in property. Therefore,
acquisition of any kind of interest in property must be from a willing landowner or
seller.
Methods of Acquisition - All RPT project sponsors must comply with the
provisions of the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition
Policies
Act
of
1970,
P.L.
91-646,
as
amended
These
http://www.access.gpo.gov/nara/cfr/waisidx_03/49cfr24_03.html.
regulations will be applied to evaluating the acquisition of real property and any
potential displacement activities. The Uniform Appraisal Standards for Federal
Land Acquisitions can be found at: http://www.justice.gov/enrd/land-ack/UniformAppraisal-Standads.pdf .
• Operation of educational programs to develop trail construction or promote
safety and environmental protection.
The project shall have a direct
relationship with a recreational trail. RTP legislation allows the state to use up to
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5 percent of its apportionment each fiscal year for the operation of educational
programs to promote safety and environmental protection as those objectives
relate to the use of recreational trails. This is the maximum allowable – the State
may use less than this amount.
• Water Trails –The definition of “recreational trail” in the RTP legislation includes
“aquatic or water activities”. Therefore, water trails are eligible for RTP funding.
Projects Not Eligible: Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has determined that
the following kinds of projects are inconsistent with the RTP legislation:
• Routine maintenance of trails, trailheads or other trail related elements.
• Condemned Land as Matching Value: The RTP legislation prohibits using RTP
funds for condemnation of any kind of interest in property. An RTP project may
be located on land condemned with funds from other sources. However, it is not
permissible to use the value of condemned land toward the match requirement
for an RTP project.
• Feasibility Studies: Trail feasibility studies are not a use permitted in the RTP
legislation. The permissible uses relate to actual on-the- ground trail projects.
• Environmental Assessment: Projects intended solely for the purpose of
covering environmental evaluation and documentation costs are not permissible.
However, reasonable environmental evaluation and documentation costs,
including costs associated with environmental permits and approvals, may be
included as part of an approved project’s construction engineering costs.
Construction engineering costs, costs incurred developing the environmental
evaluation, as well as necessary permits, may not exceed 15% of the total
project cost.
• Law Enforcement: Routine law enforcement is not a use permitted in the RTP
legislation.
• Planning: Trail planning is not typically a permissible use of RTP funds.
• Sidewalks: RTP funds will not normally be used to provide paths or sidewalks
along or adjacent to public roads or streets, unless:
o
The path or sidewalk is needed to complete a missing link between other
recreational trails, or
o
The State Recreational Trail Advisory Committee approves allowing RTP
funds to be used for paths or sidewalks along or adjacent to public roads
or streets.
• Federal-designated Wilderness areas are subject to the restriction of the
Wilderness Act of 1964 as amended.
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• Constructing new trails for motorized use on National Forest or Bureau of Land
Management lands unless the project is consistent with resource management
plans.
• Facilitating motorized access on otherwise non-motorized trails.
• Roads: RTP funds may not be used to improve roads for general passenger
vehicle use.
Ineligible projects elements may include, but are not limited to the following list.
Ineligible project elements are not eligible as project match.
• Overhead: The regular operating expenses such as rent, building upkeep,
utilities and all fixed costs associated with a business, agency or group.
• Indirect Costs: Only direct costs that can be identified specifically with a
particular final cost objective directly related to the trail project are eligible.
• Federal Salaries: Federal salaries are not eligible as project match.
• Interpretive Signage: Signs that are interpretive in function, rather than wayfinding, are not eligible project elements.
• Budget Contingencies: Contingencies included as a project budget line item
are not permitted.
• Legal Fees: Legal fees are not eligible for inclusion in any RTP project budget.
While the above project elements are not eligible for RTP funding or to be used as
match, most of the items listed are recognized as important components of trail
planning, design, and development.

MATCH REQUIREMENT
1.5
RTP grant funds can pay up to 80 percent of a project’s total cost. Project Sponsors
must provide at least 20 percent of a project’s cost. The “match” may include:
• Cash
• In-kind services (force account labor), equipment, and materials
• Volunteer labor
• Donated equipment, and donated materials
• Federal, state, and local grants (If other grants are used as match, it is required
that the other grant is approved and a signed agreement has been obtained by
the Project Sponsor.)
The Project Sponsor must choose one of the following two methods to calculate
volunteer labor. The method must be used throughout the calculation of the entire
project:
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1. Rates for volunteers should be consistent with those regular rates paid for similar
work in other activities of the Project Sponsor. The time of a person donating
services will be valued at a rate paid as a general laborer unless the person is
professionally skilled in the work being performed on the project (i.e. mason doing
work on a retaining wall). When this is the case, the wage rate this individual is
normally paid for performing this service may be charged to the project. The rate
cannot exceed prevailing wage charges determined by the Department of Labor. A
list can be found at http://www.wdol.gov. A general laborer’s wages may be
charged in the amount of what the Project Sponsor in the immediate area would pay
their employees for performing similar duties. The standard rate would be the
State's minimum wage. The rates for labor should not include payroll additives or
overhead costs. Volunteer labor may be used as match only and is never a
reimbursable item.
OR
2. Volunteer labor is limited to the volunteer hourly rate provided by the Points of Light
Foundation. In Oregon a member of the Points of Light Foundation is Volunteer
Works in Portland and their telephone number is (503) 413-7787 and their web
address is http://www.independentsector.org/. To view their data for the most
current hourly volunteer rate go to: http://independentsector.org/volunteer_time
In 2010 (latest data available), the Independent Sector announced that the
estimated value of a volunteer hour in Oregon is $18.85.
Force Account is different than Volunteer Labor or Donated Equipment and Supplies.
Force Account refers to the use of a Project Sponsor’s staff, equipment, and/or
materials. All or part of the Project Sponsor’s share may be provided through force
account. Documentation must be verifiable from the Project Sponsor’s record, and must
be reasonable and necessary for efficient completion of the project.
Federal Matching Share: RTP grant funds may be matched with funds from other
federal programs. They may be credited as the non-federal share if expended on an
eligible project in accordance with the requirements of that particular federal program. In
cases where federal funds are pledged as the RTP project match the combined total of
RTP grant funds requested and other federal matching share may not exceed 95% of
the total project costs. A minimum of five percent of the project cost must come
from state, local, or private co-sponsors. According to the requirements of
SAFETEA-LU, for each project, support from the Department of Transportation may not
exceed 80 percent of the total cost including RTP funds.
For example: The RTP may provide 80 percent of the project funds, a Federal agency
sponsor may provide 15 percent, and a State, local or private sponsor may provide 5
percent.

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1.6
CONTROL AND TENURE
Adequate control must be established by an applicant over any land (public or private)
to be improved and/or developed with RTP grant funds. Control is generally understood
to mean ownership, or lease, easement or use agreement of not less than 20 years.
Control and tenure must be confirmed by the following documentation:
•
•
•
•

Fee title
Lease
Easement
Use agreement

The application must identify all outstanding rights or interests held by others on land
upon which the project is proposed. A signed letter explaining control and tenure must
be submitted for all projects not located on Federal Lands.
The applicant will be required to submit a signed approval from the official responsible
for management of the project property. (The form for Approval/Certification by Land
Manager is part of the application.)

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30-30-40 REQUIREMENT
RTP Legislation (23 U.S.C. 206) requires that States use 30 percent of their funds in a
fiscal year for uses relating to motorized recreation; 30 percent for uses relating to nonmotorized recreation; and 40 percent for diverse recreational trail use.
The 30-30-40 requirement applies to on-the-ground trail projects and to the educational
projects, but does not apply to the State administrative costs.
The, motorized, non-motorized and diverse percentages are minimum requirements that
must be met, and may be exceeded. A project for diverse motorized use (such as
snowmobile and off-road motorcycle use) may satisfy the 40 percent diverse use
requirement and the 30 percent motorized use requirement simultaneously. A project for
diverse non-motorized use (such as pedestrian and bicycle use) may satisfy the 40
percent diverse use requirement and the 30 percent non-motorized use requirement
simultaneously.
To provide more flexibility in RTP project selection, FHWA established five categories to
account for the 30-30-40 requirements:
1) Non-motorized single use project: A project primarily intended to benefit only one
mode of non-motorized recreational trail use, such as pedestrian only, or equestrian
only. RTP projects serving various pedestrian uses (such as walking, hiking, wheelchair
use, running, bird-watching, nature interpretation, backpacking, etc.) constitute a single
use for the purposes of this category. A project serving various non-motorized humanpowered snow uses (such as skiing, snowshoeing, etc.) constitutes single use for this
category.

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2) Non-motorized diverse use project: A project primarily intended to benefit more
than one mode of non-motorized recreational use such as: walking, bicycling, and
skating; both pedestrian and equestrian use; and pedestrian use in summer and crosscountry ski use in winter.
3) Diverse use projects including both motorized and non-motorized uses: A project
intended to benefit both non-motorized recreational trail use and motorized recreational
trail use. This category includes projects where motorized use is permitted, but is not
the predominant beneficiary. This category includes RTP projects where motorized and
non-motorized uses are separated by season, such as equestrian use in summer and
snowmobile use in winter.
4) Motorized single use project: A project primarily intended to benefit only one mode
of motorized recreational use, such as snowmobile trail grooming. A project may be
classified in this category if the project also benefits some non-motorized uses (it is not
necessary to exclude non-motorized uses), but the primary intent must be for the benefit
of motorized use.
5) Motorized diverse use project: A project primarily intended to benefit more than
one mode of motorized recreational use, such as: motorcycle and ATV use; or ATV use
in summer and snowmobile use in winter. A project may be classified in this category if
the project also benefits some non-motorized uses (it is not necessary to exclude nonmotorized uses), but the primary intent must be for the benefit of motorized use.

1.8
ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
General Environmental Requirements
Documentation of compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and
other Federal environmental laws, regulations, and Executive Orders must be provided
as part of an authorized project under the RTP. FHWA procedures in 23 CFR 771
apply to the RTP. Most RTP projects will qualify as Categorical Exclusions (CE)
under NEPA (23 CFR 771.117). However, each project must be reviewed to assure
that it does not have a significant impact on the environment.
Your application will not be reviewed if your environmental documentation is not
complete and included in your application. Compliance with the National
Environmental Policy Act is required regardless of where your project is located
(federal, state, county, city, or private land) because the Recreational Trails Program is
federally funded. For projects located off of federal lands the FHWA is the lead NEPA
agency. For project on Federal Lands FHWA requires a record of decision (or other
NEPA decision document) be submitted with the application for review.
Documentation Requirements:
Most trail projects are Categorical Excluded projects. However, if your project is not a
Categorical Excluded project, you will need to complete a higher level of NEPA review.
This would require the completion of an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) or
Environmental Analysis (EA).
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Regardless if your project is Categorical Excluded or not, you will need to do one of the
following (3) options to apply for an RTP grant:
1. If your project is one of the following types of projects, you will not need to
complete any additional paperwork.
Projects exempt from RTP Environmental Screening Form:
• Purchase of trail maintenance equipment, materials or supplies;
• Rehabilitation contained within the footprints of existing trails and
trailhead facilities;
• Re-grading within the footprints of existing trails and /or parking
areas;
• Striping and/or re-striping of existing trail facilities;
• Development and distribution of educational materials;
• Replacement, renovation, and/or rehabilitation of existing signs,
kiosks and markers;
• Alterations to existing facilities in order to make them accessible to
the elderly and handicapped persons; and
• Repair or replacement of existing fencing, guardrail, retaining walls
and berms within existing facilities, including areas needed for
construction and staging.
OR
2. If your project type is not listed above you must submit RTP Environmental
Screening Form, see Section 6.1 – Application Forms.
OR
3. Submit a Land Manager Approval Form, see Section 6.1 Application Forms, if
you are on Federal Lands. Include a Decision Memo or Finding of No Significant
Impact with this form.

Completion of the RTP Environmental Screening Form:
The RTP Environmental Screening Form was designed to provide the necessary
information for OPRD and Federal Highway Administration to determine if your project
is a Categorical Exempt project. OPRD or Federal Highway Administration may request
additional information from the project sponsor.
The RTP Environmental Screening Form will require the project sponsor to make
consultation contacts with several State and Federal Agencies. A list of these agencies
is found in Appendix B and is integrated into the RTP Environmental Screening Form as
well. OPRD will only accept the Intergovernmental Consultation Form, see Appendix C,
as proof of consultation. Any other form will not be accepted.
It will be the project sponsor’s responsibility to provide any additional information
requested by OPRD in a timely manner to assist in determining if the project is
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Categorical Exempt. If the Federal Highway Administration determines that the project
is not Categorical Exempt or that more information is needed for the determination, the
project will not receive funds. No funds will be allocated until Federal Highway
Administration approves the project.
NEPA Documentation:
How do I know what level of information I need?
a. Class I (EISs). Actions that significantly affect the environment require an EIS (40
CFR 1508.27). The following are examples of actions that normally required an
EIS:
1. A new controlled access freeway.
2. A highway project of four or more lanes on a new location.
3. New construction or extension of fixed rail transit facilities (e.g., rapid rail,
light rail, commuter rail, automated guideway transit).
4. New construction or extension of a separate roadway for buses or high
occupancy vehicles not located within an existing highway facility.
b. Class II (CEs). Actions that do not individually or cumulative have a significant
environmental effect are excluded from the requirement to prepare an EA or EIS.
A specific list of CEs normally not requiring NEPA documentation is set forth in
§771.117(c). When appropriately documented, additional projects may also
qualify as CEs pursuant to §771.117(d).
c. Class III (EAs). Actions in which the significance of the environmental impact is
not clearly established. All actions that are not Class I or II are Class III. All
actions in this class require the preparation of an EA to determine the appropriate
environmental document required.
How do I know if my project is a categorical excluded project (23 CF 771.117)?
Categorical exclusions (CEs) are actions which meet the definition contained in
40 CFR 1508.4, and, based on past experience with similar actions, do not
involve significant environmental impacts. They are actions which: do not induce
significant impacts to planned growth or land use for the area; do not require the
relocation of significant numbers of people; do not have a significant impact on
any natural, cultural, recreational, historic or other resource; do not involve
significant air, noise, or water quality impacts; do not have significant impacts on
travel patterns; or do not otherwise, either individually or cumulatively, have any
significant environmental impacts.
Any action, which normally would be classified as a CE but could involve unusual
circumstances, will require the Administration, in cooperation with the applicant, to
conduct appropriate environmental studies to determine if the CE classification is
proper. Such unusual circumstances include:
1. Significant environmental impacts;
2. Substantial controversy on environmental grounds;

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3. Significant impact on properties protected by section 4(f) of the DOT Act
or section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act; or
4. Inconsistencies with any Federal, State, or local law, requirement or
administrative determination relating to the environmental aspects of the
action.
The following actions meet the criteria for CEs in the CEQ regulation
(section 1508.4) and §771.117(a) of this regulation and normally do not
require any further NEPA approvals by the Administration:
1. Activities which do not involve or lead directly to construction, such as planning
and technical studies; grants for training and research programs; research
activities as defined in 23 U.S.C. 307; approval of a unified work program and
any findings required in the planning process pursuant to 23 U.S.C. 134;
approval of statewide programs under 23 CFR part 630; approval of project
concepts under 23 CFR part 476; engineering to define the elements of a
proposed action or alternatives so that social, economic, and environmental
effects can be assessed; and Federal-aid system revisions which establish
classes of highways on the Federal-aid highway system.
2. Approval of utility installations along or across a transportation facility.
3. Construction of bicycle and pedestrian lanes, paths, and facilities.
4. Activities included in the State's highway safety plan under 23 U.S.C. 402.
5. Transfer of Federal lands pursuant to 23 U.S.C. 317 when the subsequent action
is not an FHWA action.
6. The installation of noise barriers or alterations to existing publicly owned
buildings to provide for noise reduction.
7. Landscaping.
8. Installation of fencing, signs, pavement markings, small passenger shelters,
traffic signals, and railroad warning devices where no substantial land acquisition
or traffic disruption will occur.
9. Emergency repairs under 23 U.S.C. 125.
10. Acquisition of scenic easements.
11. Determination of payback under 23 CFR part 480 for property previously
acquired with Federal-aid participation.
12. Improvements to existing rest areas and truck weigh stations.
13. Ridesharing activities.
14. Bus and rail car rehabilitation.
15. Alterations to facilities or vehicles in order to make them accessible for elderly
and handicapped persons.
16. Program administration, technical assistance activities, and operating assistance
to transit authorities to continue existing service or increase service to meet
routine changes in demand.
17. The purchase of vehicles by the applicant where the use of these vehicles can be
accommodated by existing facilities or by new facilities which themselves are
within a CE.
18. Track and rail bed maintenance and improvements when carried out within the
existing right-of-way.

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19. Purchase and installation of operating or maintenance equipment to be located
within the transit facility and with no significant impacts off the site.
20. Promulgation of rules, regulations, and directives.
Additional actions which meet the criteria for a CE in the CEQ regulations (40 CFR
1508.4) and paragraph (a) of this section may be designated as CEs only after
Administration approval. The applicant shall submit documentation, which
demonstrates that the specific conditions or criteria for these CEs are satisfied and
that significant environmental effects will not result. Examples of such actions
include but are not limited to:
1. Modernization of a highway by resurfacing, restoration, rehabilitation,
reconstruction, adding shoulders, or adding auxiliary lanes (e.g., parking,
weaving, turning, climbing).
2. Highway safety or traffic operations improvement projects including the
installation of ramp metering control devices and lighting.
3. Bridge rehabilitation, reconstruction or replacement or the construction of grade
separation to replace existing at-grade railroad crossings.
4. Transportation corridor fringe parking facilities.
5. Construction of new truck weigh stations or rest areas.
6. Approvals for disposal of excess right-of-way or for joint or limited use of right-ofway, where the proposed use does not have significant adverse impacts.
7. Approvals for changes in access control.
8. Construction of new bus storage and maintenance facilities in areas used
predominantly for industrial or transportation purposes where such construction
is not inconsistent with existing zoning and located on or near a street with
adequate capacity to handle anticipated bus and support vehicle traffic.
9. Rehabilitation or reconstruction of existing rail and bus buildings and ancillary
facilities where only minor amounts of additional land are required and there is
not a substantial increase in the number of users.
10. Construction of bus transfer facilities (an open area consisting of passenger
shelters, boarding areas, kiosks and related street improvements) when located
in a commercial area or other high activity center in which there is adequate
street capacity for projected bus traffic.
11. Construction of rail storage and maintenance facilities in areas used
predominantly for industrial or transportation purposes where such construction
is not inconsistent with existing zoning and where there is no significant noise
impact on the surrounding community.
12. Acquisition of land for hardship or protective purposes; advance land acquisition
loans under section 3(b) of the UMT Act. 3 Hardship and protective buying will be
permitted only for a particular parcel or a limited number of parcels. These types
of land acquisition quality for a CE only where the acquisition will not limit the
evaluation of alternatives, including shifts in alignment for planned construction
projects, which may be required in the NEPA process. No project development
on such land may proceed until the NEPA process has been completed.
3

Hardship acquisition is early acquisition of property by the applicant at the property
owner's request to alleviate particular hardship to the owner, in contrast to others,
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because of an inability to sell his property. This is justified when the property owner can
document on the basis of health, safety or financial reasons that remaining in the
property poses an undue hardship compared to others.
Protective acquisition is done to prevent imminent development of a parcel, which is
needed for a proposed transportation corridor or site. Documentation must clearly
demonstrate that development of the land would preclude future transportation use and
that such development is imminent. Advance acquisition is not permitted for the sole
purpose of reducing the cost of property for a proposed project.

Air Quality
Many RTP projects and project-related activities are exempt from air quality conformity
requirements of the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990. In general, exempt projects
include:
Projects, which are not, located within air quality non-attainment or maintenance
areas subject to the transportation conformity rule (40 CFR parts 51 and 93).
• Projects funded under categories A, C, F, and G (see Permissible Uses), because
these projects do not involve new construction.
• Projects funded under categories B and E, which do not involve new construction.
• Projects funded under categories D and E, which are only for non-motorized use.
•

However, RTP projects and project-related activities which involve new construction
within air quality non-attainment or maintenance areas may be subject to the air quality
conformity rule (40 CFR parts 51 and 93). Examples include:
• Projects funded under categories B and E for new construction of facilities which
may have an air quality impact; for example, providing a major parking facility at a
trailhead.
• Projects funded under categories D and E which will permit motorized use.
• RTP projects which are subject to conformity requirements must be included in a
conforming transportation plan and Transportation Improvement Program.
Hazardous Wastes and Contaminated Properties
Contaminated sites may be encountered during the development of RTP projects.
Abandoned railroad lines being converted into trails are of particular concern. Site
assessments and appropriate steps for remediation may be necessary.
Historic and Archaeological Resources
Trail development projects should be reviewed by the State Historic Preservation Office
to determine the potential for effects on properties on or eligible for the National
Register of Historic Places. (See Section 1.9 for information on this resource)
Noxious Weeds
Federally funded programs, such as the RTP, should not contribute to the spread of
noxious weeds. The project sponsor should consider if the spread of noxious weeds
should be assessed as part of the RTP project.

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Threatened and Endangered Species
The occurrence of a protected species could be an important issue to consider during
the development of an RTP project. Trail location should be coordinated with the
appropriate state wildlife agency and if adverse impacts to listed species are suspected
consultation with the state RTP program office should occur.

1.9
STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATION OFFICE (SHPO) REQUIREMENTS
A project assessment by SHPO must be included to assure that the project proposal
complies with State laws regarding archaeology on lands or historic properties. A copy
of the Project Sponsor’s application will be provided to SHPO by OPRD Grant
Program staff on behalf of the Project Sponsor.
a. Any project element calling for alteration, rehabilitation, renovation, or demolition of a
historically, culturally, or architecturally significant property or property contributing to
the integrity of a cohesive older neighborhood or historic district needs to be cleared
by the SHPO on a case-by-case basis.
b. Photographs of properties 45 years of age or older need to be submitted along with
a narrative describing the project, including plans and specifications, as appropriate.
Any available historical information on the property should also be submitted.
c. With limited exception, it is illegal to disturb an archaeological site or to remove an
archaeological site or to remove an archaeological object from public or private
lands unless that activity is authorized under a permit issued by OPRD.
d. If human remains are found during an excavation, the local State Police office must
be contacted to determine if they are Native American or are evidence of a crime
scene. Contact the RTP Program Manager and keep them informed of the status of
the remains. This is to ensure the RTP Program Manager can consult with FHWA
Division office. If the remains are Native American, contact the Legislative
Commission on Indian Affairs (503)-986-1067, for a list of appropriate tribal contacts
and the SHPO (503) 986-0669 for a list of archaeological consultants. If on federal
lands, contact the Federal Land manager first, as additional federal laws apply.
e. If other archaeological materials are found during a ground disturbing activity,
contact the SHPO. If on federal lands, contact the Federal Land Manager first. The
SHPO can check to see if your project area has been surveyed and can give you a
current list of archaeological consultants. Only professional archaeologists or
persons working for recognized scientific organizations may apply for an
archaeological permit. ORS 97.740, 358.905,
390.235 and OAR 736-51-000
can
be
found
on
the
Internet
at:
http://www.hcd.state.or.us/
or
http://arcweb.sos.state.or.us/

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SECTION 2.0
2.1

APPLICATION PROCESS

HOW TO APPLY

A. Application Instructions
It is recommended that applicants begin the application process by reviewing the
Grant Application Instructions.
To access the Grant Application Instructions go to:
www.oregon.gov/OPRD/GRANTS
 Select Grants
 Select Recreational Trails Grants
 Select Manual and Forms
 Select Online Grant Application Instructions
B. Select Internet Browser
To access the Online Application, the following internet browsers are
recommended for best results:
• Firefox version 7 or higher.
• Safari version 4 or higher.
• Chrome version 10 or higher.
• Internet Explorer version 8 or higher. (WARNING: Using Internet Explorer
may lead to unsatisfactory results. Not all application functionality is
available in Internet Explorer. To create and manage Applications with a
minimum amount of frustration, we recommend you use Chrome, Safari or
Firefox browsers. Click on one of these links to download the appropriate
browser.)

) Don't know what browser version you are using?

The web page
fmbip.com can show you which browser and browser version you are
currently using.

C. Request an Account
All applicants must first request and be approved for an Account. Requests will
typically be processed within 3 business days. To request an Account, access
the following link and follow the instructions on the Grant System Login page.
To request an Account go to: www.oregon.gov/OPRD/GRANTS
 Select Grants
 Select Recreational Trails Grants
 Select Manual and Forms
 Select Application
- OR –
Go directly to Grants Online at: http://oprdgrants.org/

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D. Complete the Pre-Application Worksheet
It is recommended that applicants use the Pre-Application Worksheet to
prepare answers to application questions in advance. Once the Worksheet is
completed, applicants can then cut and paste their answers directly to the
OnLine Application form.
To access the Pre-Application Worksheet go to:
www.oregon.gov/OPRD/GRANTS
 Select Grants
 Select Recreational Trails Grants
 Select Manual and Forms
 Select Pre-Application Worksheet

2.2

WHAT TO INCLUDE

In addition to the Online Application, plan on preparing and uploading the following
items:
A. Letter of Intent
1. A letter of intent is required and necessary. All potential applicants must submit
a letter of intent providing a brief description of their proposed project, by the due
date posted on the schedule for the current grant cycle.
2. The letter of intent should include the following information:
ˆ Contact Information for the Sponsor
ˆ Brief Project Description (1 page or less) including:
ˆ Approximate costs
ˆ Location of the project
ˆ What the project is proposed to do, e.g. connect X trail with Y trail,
construct 1.3 miles of new trail, restore and re-route 3 miles of trail.
ˆ Trail Standards, i.e. trail width, surface material, etc. Please
reference the design guide you plan to use.
B. Attachments
ˆ Maps (vicinity map and a site boundary map)
ˆ Approval / Certification by Land Manager form
ˆ Environmental documentation (NEPA decision notice, Social, Economic
and Environmental Impact Form, or other documentation necessary to
establish compliance with environmental regulations)
ˆ Documentation of Control and Tenure (signed letter, deed, lease, etc.)
ˆ Other information that will strengthen the application such as;
maintenance agreements, resolutions of support, letters of support, etc.
See Section 2.6 for more information regarding Attachments.

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2.3

ONLINE APPLICATION FORM

The Application will ask for the following information:
ˆ Project Name: Name of Project (Please be concise)
ˆ Organization/Sponsor Name:
funding.

Agency or organization requesting RTP project

ˆ Contact Person Name and Title: “Contact Person” is the person responsible to
carry out the RTP project.
ˆ Address of Contact Person: Address, email address and phone number where the
responsible person can be contacted regarding application questions.
ˆ Federal Identification Number: The federal ID is a requirement of OPRD financial
services division before any payments can be made to a Project Sponsor.
ˆ Project Location: You will be asked to pinpoint the project location using an
interactive Google Map, which will translate into latitude and longitude coordinates.
ˆ Congressional District: It is important to accurately identify the U.S. Congressional
district (U.S. Representative) in which the project is located. If your project is in more
than one district, please list all that apply.
ˆ Legislative Districts: It is important to accurately identify the Oregon Legislative
districts in which the project is located. This includes the House (H) and Senate (S). If
your project is in more than one district, please list all that apply.
ˆ Recreational Trail Project Categories: Mark the RTP Category that best fits your
project situation (refer to definitions in Section 1.7).
ˆ Eligible Project Types: Mark the appropriate Recreational Trail Project Type (refer
to definitions in Section 1.4 – Eligible Projects). If the project does not clearly fit into one
of the identified categories, it is probably not eligible.
ˆ Summary Project Description: Summarize the proposed project in one or two
sentences. Save detailed description for your project narrative.
ˆ Budget Summary: Information on total project cost and amount of RTP funds
requested.
ˆ Project Land Controlled by: Identify how the trail corridor or trail-related property is
owned or controlled. (Provide a signed letter defining ownership and control)

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2.4

PROJECT FUNDING INFORMATION

Applicants should prepare Project Budget and Source of Funding information in
advance, then use that information to:
ˆ Complete the online Project Budget Worksheet, and
ˆ Complete the online Source of Funding Worksheet.
Applicant Matching funds plus RTP grant funds should add up to the total project
cost.

2.5

PROJECT NARRATIVE

The project narrative should describe all elements of the proposed project and the need
for assistance. The narrative should be clear and concise. The RTP grant fund provides
funding in an open and highly competitive process. The RTP committee's funding
decisions rely on the information provided in the application.
The project narrative should include a description of the proposed work. It is important
to be specific when describing the scope of work to be completed with RTP funds.
If the project involves partnerships or other funding sources, clearly identify which
portion of the work will be completed with the RTP funds requested.
Include information regarding donated labor, materials, equipment and land or property
that is included in your match. Include information such as who is donating time or
materials and equipment, the number of hours, and what kind of material or equipment
is being donated.
2.6

ATTACHMENTS

ˆ Vicinity Map: Submit map identifying the location of the project within a region of
the State (county, city, Forest Service maps, etc.)
ˆ Site Location/Boundary Map: Submit map indicating the specific site location,
existing or proposed trail, or trail facility. This map must clearly depict the project
location in relation to roads, trails, rivers/streams, and any other geographic features
that will aid in identification of the project’s precise location. For example a USGS quad
map or tax lot map may be used.
ˆ Project and Site Plans and Other Visuals: Submit project-related design
documents if pertinent to the application.
ˆ Documented Proof of Control of Property: Submit a signed letter explaining title,
lease, easement, use agreement, maintenance agreement, etc. (See section 1.6)
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ˆ Approval by Land Manager Form: Submit form signed by the land manager
responsible for the area where project will be located. (Form provided on the application
site.)
ˆ Environmental Documentation: Documentation of compliance with environmental
regulations is required. Please refer to Section 1.8 to know what information to provide.
Projects on federal lands must complete all sections of the Approval/Certification by
Land Manager Form and attach a NEPA decision notice. (Form provided on the
application site.)
All other projects must complete and sign the attached RTP Environmental Screening
Form and are responsible to provide all other environmental documentation necessary
to determine project compliance with state and federal requirements. (Forms provided
on the application site.)

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SECTION 3.0
3.1

SELECTION CRITERIA

RECREATIONAL TRAILS PROGRAM EVALUATION CRITERIA POINT SUMMARY

RTP Grant Program Evaluation Criteria Point Summary
CRITERIA TYPE

Potential
Points

NONMOTORIZED
Potential
Points

Potential
Points

0
4
7
4

0
4
7
4

0
4
7
4

5
0

5
5

5
0

8

8

8

21
10
6
10
5

22
10
0
10
5

27
10
0
10
5

5
15

5
15

5
15

100

100

100

MOTORIZED

OPRD TECHNICAL REVIEW
1. Compliance Criteria
2. First Time Awards
3. Matching Shares
4. Economic Development
Opportunities
5. Physical Activity Index
6. NST, NRT, NHT or SDT
RTPAC EVALUATION CRITERIA
7. Long-Term Commitment to Trail
Maintenance
8. Top Statewide Trail Issues
9. Local Needs and Benefits
10. Motorized Trail Opportunities
11. Sustainable Trail Design
12. Multi-Use Trails/Rapidly Aging
Oregon Population
13. Project Urgency
14. Discretionary Committee Member
Criteria
TOTAL POTENTIAL POINTS

WATER

Note: The variation in the allocation of points reflects the differences in priorities for the
three trail types as reported in the current state trails plan.
3.2

OPRD Technical Review

CRITERION #1 - COMPLIANCE CRITERIA (0 Points)
(For motorized, non-motorized and water trail projects)
Due to the large number of requests for RTP funds, the following set of compliance
criteria were developed to ensure that:
• Project Sponsors with active and previously awarded grants through OPRD are
in full compliance with federal and state programs (for past RTP funded projects
see progress and completion responsibilities included in the current Oregon
Recreational Trail Program Fund Grants Manual and project agreements),
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• Funds are expended and projects completed within the agreement period, and
• Each new project proposal satisfies the requirements of the Safe, Accountable,
Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU)
and are consistent with the Federal RTP guidelines.
Note: No scoring points will be awarded for compliance criteria. Failure to comply with or lack of
sufficiently demonstrated progress with the following compliance criteria (a and b) may result in the
disqualification of consideration for new grant assistance during the current grant review period.

A. Grant Performance and Compliance
The successful completion of projects in a timely and efficient manner is an
important goal of the RTP grant program. A Project Sponsor's past performance
in effectively meeting the administrative guidelines of the program is also an
important factor in evaluating performance and compliance.
a. The Project Sponsor is on schedule with all active OPRD administered
grant projects.
___ Yes ___ No
b. The Project Sponsor is in compliance with applicable guidelines for
current and past projects.
___ Yes ___ No
CRITERION #2 - FIRST TIME AWARDS (4 Points)
(For motorized, non-motorized and water trail projects)
Priority points are given to Project Sponsors that have not received an RTP grant to
date.
• The Project Sponsor has never received Recreational Trail Program
funding.
_____ points awarded (0 or 4 points)
(4 points for Project Sponsors who have not received an RTP grant to date, 0 points for all other Project
Sponsors.)

CRITERION #3 - MATCHING SHARES (7 Points)
(For motorized, non-motorized and water trail projects)
Priority points will be provided to the extent that the applicant match the RTP grant with
contributions from their own cash and/or in-kind services.
• The applicant provides:
0 to 19.9% of the project’s value…………………….(0 points)
20 to 25% of the project’s value………………………(1 point)
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25.1 to 30% of the project’s value…………………….(2 points)
30.1 to 35% of the project’s value…………………….(3 points)
35.1 to 40% of the project’s value…………………….(4 points)
40.1 to 45% of the project’s value…………………….(5 points)
45.1 to 50% of the project’s value…………………….(6 points)
Over 50% of the project’s value……………………….(7 points)
_____ points awarded (0 to 7 points)
CRITERION #4 - ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES (4 Points)
(For motorized, non-motorized and water trail projects)
Across Oregon, motorized, non-motorized and water trails are stimulating tourism and
recreation-related spending. Local trail users, vacationers and conference attendees
provide direct economic benefits to hotels, restaurants, gas stations, and other
businesses from increases in tourist activity and spending on durable goods such as
bikes, skates, motorized recreation equipment, and non-motorized watercraft, and soft
goods such as gasoline, food, and drinks. This, in turn, attracts and revitalizes
businesses, creates jobs, and increases public revenue.
OPRD would like to encourage the development of motorized, non-motorized and water
trails in areas of the state designated as economically distressed by the Oregon
Economic & Community Development Department. Such areas could greatly benefit
from economic benefits associated with recreational trail use.
• Priority points are awarded for developing trail opportunities in economically
distressed counties or nearby economically distressed cities (see listing of
counties and cities if available).
_____ points awarded (0 or 4 points)
(4 points for Project Sponsors with a project in an economically distressed county or nearby an
economically distressed city, 0 points for all other Project Sponsors.)

Distressed Oregon Counties
Per July 2012 economic data, all Oregon counties were listed as economically
distressed with the exception of Benton, Hood River and Washington Counties.
Source:
http://www.oregon4biz.com/Publications/Oregon-Economic-Data/Distressed-Areas-inOregon/
Distressed Oregon Cities
The following table reflects data collected in 2011. The above referenced web site does
not provide a current list of specific Economically Distressed Cities in Oregon.

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City
Albany
Monroe
Estacada
Johnson City
Astoria
Seaside
Warrenton
Deschutes River
Woods
LaPine
Sisters
Cottage Grove
Creswell
Florence

Economically Distressed Cities in Oregon
County
City
County
City

County

Benton
Benton
Clackamas
Clackamas
Clatsop
Clatsop
Clatsop
Deschutes

Lowell
Oakridge
Springfield
Veneta
Westfir
Fairview
Gresham
Lents** (PDX)

Lane
Lane
Lane
Lane
Lane
Multnomah
Multnomah
Multnomah

Grand Ronde
Independence
Monmouth
Cornelius
Amity
Lafayette
McMinnville
Newberg

Polk
Polk
Polk
Washington
Yamhilll
Yamhill
Yamhill
Yamhill

Deschutes
Deschutes
Lane
Lane
Lane

North/NE (PDX)
Rockwood (PDX)
Wood Village
Dallas
Falls City

Multnomah
Multnomah
Multnomah
Polk
Polk

Sheridan
Willamina

Yamhill
Yamhill

**Lents—the city of Portland's "outer southeast target area," comprising area within street boundaries of SE 112th, SE Clatsop, SE
52nd and SE Powell. North/Northeast Portland—area within city of Portland bounded by N Portland Harbor, Willamette River,
Division St. and 15th Ave. (Hayden Island is not included as part of the distressed area.)
***Rockwood Neighborhood of the city of Gresham—The area covered by the Distressed Area designation is: West: city limits;
South: city limits between NE 161st Ave and NE 175th Ave and points of direct access and egress onto SW Division between NE
175th Ave and NE 202nd Ave; North: southern right-of-way of the Union Pacific Railroad; and East: points of direct access and
direct egress onto NE 202nd Ave between SW Division and SW Glisan and by the city limit up to its intersect with the southern rightof-way of the Union Pacific Railway.

CRITERION #5 – OREGON’S PHYSICAL ACTIVITY CRISIS (5 Points)
(For close-to-home non-motorized trail projects)
According to the U.S. Center for Disease Control (CDC), rates of physical inactivity and
obesity in the U.S. have reached epidemic proportions. Trail activities such as walking,
jogging or running, in-line skating, cross-country skiing, and bicycling are well
documented to help improve health and fitness when done on a regular basis. Exercise
derived from trail related activities lessens health related problems and subsequent
health care costs. Oregon SCORP research has identified that participation in
recreation trail activities is an important way in which active Oregonians accumulate
their recommended daily doses of physical activity and recommended support for closeto-home non-motorized trail development.
OPRD would like to encourage the development of non-motorized trails in high-priority
counties in Oregon where the population of the area is not meeting CDC physical
activity guidelines of moderate intensity physical activities for at least 30 minutes or 4 or
more days a week. This high-priority list has been prepared for OPRD by Portland
State University’s Population Research Center. Such areas could greatly benefit from
the health benefits associated with increased recreational trail use.
Priority points are awarded for developing close-to-home non-motorized trail
opportunities in the following counties in Oregon whose population does not meet the
CDC physical activity guidelines. (See listing of counties below)
_____ points awarded (0 or 5 points)
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Note: *To quality as a “close-to-home” trail opportunity, the trail must have at least one trail access point
within a 5-mile radius of an urban growth boundary (UGB), unincorporated community boundary, or a
Tribal community. A map clearly identifying the trail location and UGB or unincorporated community
boundary or Tribal community boundary drawn on it must be submitted in order to receive points.
(5 points for project sponsors with a project in a county with lower levels of the population meeting CDC
physical activity guidelines, 0 points for all other project sponsors.)

Baker
Columbia
Crook

Counties not meeting CDC physical activity guidelines
Douglas
Josephine
Harney
Morrow
Hood River
Tillamook

Umatilla
Wallowa

CRITERION #6 – NATIONAL SCENIC TRAIL, NATIONAL RECREATION TRAIL,
NATIONAL HISTORIC TRAIL, STATE DESIGNATED TRAIL OR STATE
HISTORICAL TRAIL
(5 Points) (For non-motorized trail projects)
Non-motorized trail projects located on a National Scenic Trail, National Recreation
Trail, National Historic Trail, State Designated Trail, or State Historic Trail in Oregon will
receive 5 priority points.
_____ points awarded (0 or 5 points)
Note: Please provide a map and documentation indicating that the project is located on a designated
National Scenic Trail, National Recreation Trail or National Historic Trail.
(5 points for Project Sponsors with a project on National Scenic, National Recreation, National Historic
Trail, State Designated Trail or State Historic Trail,, 0 points for all other sponsors.)

3.3

Recreational Trails Program Advisory Committee Member Evaluation
Criteria

CRITERION #7 - LONG-TERM COMMITMENT TO TRAIL MAINTENANCE (8 Points)
(For motorized, non-motorized and water trail projects)
A. Commitment to Long-Term Maintenance
Trail maintenance was identified as the top funding priority for all trail user groups
in the 2004 Oregon Statewide Trail User and Non-Motorized Boater Survey.
• The applicant should carefully explain how they plan to continue trail
operation and maintenance after the project is complete.
o How will the project’s future maintenance be funded?
o How much do you expect to spend annually or number of hours
needed to maintain?
o What degree of commitment do you have?
o Documentation to support partnerships with other agencies or
volunteer maintenance will be required to receive points for their
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work. Where appropriate documentation such as volunteer hour
tracking reports, cooperative agreements, donations, private
sponsorships support letters, or signed memoranda of
understanding must be included to demonstrate commitment to
maintenance.
_____ points awarded (0 to 4 points)
(The rating team will determine a value from 0 to 4 points based on the information provided by the
applicant.)

B. Trail Management Plan
A trail system needs a systematic process in determining the need for trail
maintenance to ensure that the trail will remain an active route for users.
• Priority points are awarded for trail maintenance (see note below)
identified in a trail condition assessment process and included in a
management plan.
_____ points (0 to 4 points)
(The rating team will determine a value of 0 to 4 points based on the information provided by the
applicant.)
Note: The Oregon RTP grant program does not fund routine trail maintenance work but does fund
trail rehabilitation/restoration projects. See specific routine trail maintenance and trail
rehabilitation/restoration definitions below.

Routine trail maintenance includes work that should be conducted on a
frequent basis in order to keep a trail in its originally constructed serviceable
standard (e.g. mowing, tree and brush pruning, leaf and debris removal, cleaning
and repair of drainage structures culverts, water bars, drain dips) maintenance of
water crossings, and repairs to signs and other amenities. Routine maintenance
work is usually limited to minor repair or improvements that do not significantly
change the trail location, width, surface, or trail structure.
Trail rehabilitation/restoration involves extensive trail repair needed to bring a
facility up to standards suitable for public use due to natural disasters or acts of
nature. In some cases, trail rehabilitation/restoration may include necessary
relocation of minor portions of the trail.

CRITERION #8 - TOP STATEWIDE TRAIL ISSUES
(21 Points Motorized, 22 Points Non-Motorized and 27 Points
Water) (For motorized, non-motorized and water trail projects)
The statewide trails plan involved representatives from 56 public-sector provider
organizations (including representatives from federal, state, county, and municipal
agencies, Park and Recreation Districts, Ports, and Native American Tribes) and many
citizen and interest groups in the process of identifying top statewide and regional trail
issues. The following trails plan criteria are based on this public input process.
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Statewide trail issues were identified during the current trails planning process. Project
proposals addressing statewide motorized, non-motorized and water trail issues and
non-motorized trail concerns will receive additional priority points. To receive points,
Project Sponsors should describe how the project addresses appropriate statewide trail
issues and concerns. Statewide non-motorized, motorized and water trail issues and
non-motorized trail concerns are included below.
MOTORIZED TRAIL PROJECTS:
STATEWIDE-MOTORIZED TRAIL ISSUES
Issue A:

Need for new trails/managed riding areas.

Issue B:

Need for regional interagency coordination/cooperation in trail planning
and management.

Issue C:

Need for user education/training (regulatory and safety information).

If the motorized trail project addresses:
0 statewide motorized trail issues ..................... 0 points
1 statewide motorized trail issue ....................... 7 points
2 statewide motorized trail issues ..................... 14 points
3 statewide motorized trail issues ..................... 21 points
Points awarded: __________ (0 to 21 points)
Note: No points are awarded for Statewide Motorized Trail Issue D: Concern About Trail Closures/Loss of
Riding Opportunities.

NON-MOTORIZED TRAIL PROJECTS:
A. STATEWIDE NON-MOTORIZED TRAIL ISSUES
Issue A:

Need for trail connectivity (see trail network definitions below).

Issue B:

Need for trail rehabilitation (see trail rehabilitation definitions on the
preceding page).

If the non-motorized project addresses:
0 statewide non-motorized trail issues .............. 0 points
Statewide issue A ............................................. 10 points
Statewide issue B ............................................. 6 points
2 statewide issues (both A and B) ..................... 16 points
Points awarded: __________ (0 to 16 points)
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Trail Network Definitions
A non-motorized trail of local significance as identified in a local trail system gap
analysis. Trails of local significance are those trails making important community
connections to local destinations (within the community boundary) such as public lands,
parks, town centers, cultural or historic sites, neighborhoods and schools or
transportation systems (e.g. light rail).
A non-motorized trail of regional significance as identified in a regional (multijurisdictional) trails planning effort. Trails of regional significance are trails that
connect to regionally significant sites, are multi-jurisdictional, multi-use and that connect
to statewide or other regionally significant trails.
A non-motorized trail of statewide significance. Trails of statewide significance are
trails forming a network making connections beyond local and regional boundaries,
connecting major destinations such as large public natural lands, communities, cultural
or historic sites of statewide or national significance and providing long-distance
recreational opportunities. Trails of statewide significance will form the spine of the
statewide trail network to which trails of regional and local significance can connect.
B. CLOSE-TO-HOME NON-MOTORIZED TRAIL PROJECTS
According to the Oregon Outdoor Recreation Survey, the most popular everyday
activities in Oregon are running and walking for exercise and walking for pleasure.
According to the OSU report, these activities are generally engaged in near home, and
on a regular basis. The implication for outdoor recreation planners and managers is that
people demand such opportunities in the communities in which they live, and nearby. In
addition, exercise derived from non-motorized trail activities lessens health-related
problems and subsequent health care costs. Regular, moderate exercise has been
proven to reduce the risk of developing coronary heart disease, stroke, colon cancer,
hypertension, diabetes, osteoporosis, obesity, and depression. Project sponsors are
strongly encouraged to submit projects that develop "close-to-home" trail facilities.
To qualify as a "close-to-home" trail, the trail must be located within a 30 mile radius of
an urban growth boundary (UGB), unincorporated community boundary, or a Tribal
community. The project must be designed for daily use, not as a destination for
weekend recreation. For example, the Three Sister’s Wilderness trailheads are within
30 miles of Bend, but were designed as destination facilities, hence they would not
qualify for a close-to-home trail opportunity.
A map clearly identifying the trail location and UGB or unincorporated community
boundary or Tribal community boundary drawn on it must be submitted in order
to receive points.
Points awarded _____ (0 OR 6 points)
(6 points for project sponsors qualifying as a “close to home” trail, 0 points for all other project sponsors.)

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WATER TRAIL PROJECTS:
STATEWIDE WATER TRAIL ISSUES
Issue A:

Need to address conflicts between non-motorized boaters and waterfront
property owners.

Issue B:

Need for more public access to waterways.

Issue C:

Need for adequate and consistent user and safety information resources
(e.g. signs, maps, level of difficulty and water level information and
available paddling opportunities) user education and outreach.

If the project addresses:
0 statewide water trail issues ............................ 0 points
1 statewide water trail issue .............................. 9 points
2 statewide water trail issues ............................ 18 points
3 statewide water trail issues ............................ 27 points
Points awarded: __________ (0 to 27 points)

CRITERION #9 - LOCAL NEEDS AND BENEFITS (10 Points)
(For motorized, non-motorized and water trail projects)
A. Comprehensive Planning
Project should be identified within a comprehensive plan or a capital improvements
plan. Project Sponsors are strongly encouraged to develop project applications that
meet high priority needs for the comprehensive plan or the capital improvement plan.
The assessment of these needs should be based upon coordinated, long-range
planning.
The extent to which the project will satisfy priority needs, as identified in an adopted
comprehensive local plan or recreation/park master plan, county or regional master
plan, trail system plan, management plan, forest or resource plan or a regional trails
planning forum process. The adopted plan must clearly include and support the
proposed trail project.
Note: The local planning document shall be adopted/approved by the applicable
governing body.
_____ points awarded (0 or 5 points)
(5 points for projects identified in a current plan, 0 points for all other projects.)

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B. Demonstration of Public Support
Involving the public throughout a trail development project can be the cornerstone for
future success. Public involvement is a means of building support and developing a
constituency and a partnership for the development effort.
The Sponsor should show letters of support from citizens or user groups that articulate
this specific project as a needed or supported project. A priority list developed out of
the long-range comprehensive planning process to identify public support for this trail
project can be used in addition to letters of support. Letters of support from
organizations and agencies are also acceptable, but should cover the specific project’s
public process, their fiscal support or other forms of support for the project.
_____ points awarded (0 to 5 points)
(The rating team will determine a value from 0-5 points based on the information provided by the
applicant.)

CRITERION #10 - MOTORIZED TRAIL OPPORTUNITIES (6 Points)
(For motorized trail projects)
A. Need for riding opportunities outside of federal lands
According to recreation providers and members of the general public, there is a need for
more riding opportunities on lands outside of federal ownership. They stated a need to
explore motorized recreation opportunities on private timberlands, state or local
government land, and work with private landowners for access.
The motorized trail project will develop riding opportunities on private, state, county or
local recreation provider land.
_____ points awarded (0 or 3 points)
Note: If funded, riding opportunities on private land must be open to the general public.
(3 points for projects located outside of federal lands, 0 points for projects on federal lands.)

B. Need to maximize the sustainable carrying capacity at existing managed riding areas
In recent years, the trend in motorized recreation in Oregon has been that more
motorized areas and trails are being closed to use rather than opened. The result has
been increased pressure on other trails and riding areas and increased violation of
posted closure. As a result, there is a need to develop additional riding opportunities at
existing OHV recreation areas identified in The Official Guide to Oregon Off Highway
Vehicle Recreation1.

1

A listing of managed OHV riding areas in the state is available at the following website: http://atv.prd.state.or.us/places.php

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The motorized trail project intends to maximize the sustainable carrying capacity at one
of the 40 OHV riding areas where such a need exists.
_____ points awarded (0 to 3 points)
(The rating team will determine a value from 0 to 3 points based on information provided by the
applicant.)

CRITERION #11 - SUSTAINABLE TRAIL DEVELOPMENT (10 POINTS)
(For motorized, non-motorized and water trail projects)
Sustainability means using, developing, and protecting resources in a manner that
enables people to meet current needs and provides that future generations can also
meet future needs, from the joint perspective of environmental, economic and
community objectives.
A sustainable trail system will allow for carrying more visitors into a natural area with
little impact on the surrounding ecosystem. They will require less maintenance through
sound construction techniques and using materials that are designed for long term selfsustaining use and by using on-site materials as much as possible.
The trail project will result in a well-designed, managed and sustainable trail or trail
system. The applicant should provide description of intent, strategies, documentation of
results, and long-term management plans.
_____ points awarded (0 to 10 points)
Note: RTP funds are not intended for trail planning and management projects. To gain points, applicants
will need to show proof that proper trail design and management strategies and sustainability efforts are
included in the development project.
(The rating team will determine a value from 0 to 10 points based on the information provided by the
applicant.)

Sustainable Trail Design includes, but is not limited to:
•
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Trails aligned using the natural topography of the land (contour trail)
Hydrology: Trails aligned to ensure that water exits the tread often
Rolling dips, not waterbars should be the standard water drainage feature
Grade reversals to allow slow, shallow sheeting of water, instead of volume and
velocity that will lead to violent erosion
Half Rule – trail grade should not exceed half of the natural cross slope
10% Rule: Average grade of the trail should not exceed 10%. Maximum grades up
to 20% only for short sections, less than 50 linear feet
Outslope of the tread should be 5-9% for natural surface trails
Full bench construction
Trail flow:

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Who will use the trail and what will they want?
Tight & technical trail or open & flowing?
Trail loops that build upon themselves
Connects control points (facilities, scenic overlooks, historical sites, rivers/lakes,
etc.)
• Design keeps users on the trail
• Existing soil and environmental conditions
• Initial Capital Costs vs Maintenance and Long term Durability
o
o
o
o

Some examples of other sustainable efforts are given below
Recycling
• Increase the use of recycled products for trail coverings
• Increase recycled products for park infrastructure
• Deconstruction of facilities versus demolition (reuse of existing materials)
• Increase recycling of materials back to manufacturer
• Extend life cycle of building materials
• Provide recycle collection stations (glass, metal, paper, cardboard, plastic,
organic materials)
• Project design indicating sustainability products for procurement
Water Quality/Conservation
• Increased water quality
• Diversion of rainwater from storm water infrastructure
• Improve quality of watersheds
• Efficiency in use of water for landscaped needs (reduce or eliminate)
• Increase building water use efficiency (improved/innovative fixtures)
• Increase stream quality for habitat and complexity
• Erosion and sediment controls
Soil Conservation
• Erosion and sediment controls
• Reduced site disturbance
• Trail design and alignment to reduce water runoff and water retention on trail
tread
Plant Conservation
• Decrease invasive plants
• Protection, restoration, and maintenance of native plants
• Provision of maintenance contract or schedule of plantings
• Increase streamside native vegetation
Wildlife Conservation
• Protection, restoration, and maintenance of native wildlife
• Use of Salmon Trout Enhancement Program (STEP) services
Energy Conservation
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• Minimize electrical, gas, oil, and propane energy use in facilities
• Increase electrical, gas, oil, and propane energy efficiency
• Increase use of photovoltaic panels, high temperature solar and/or geothermal,
wind, biomass, and biogas
• Purchase green power from energy providers
Pollution Control
• Decrease amount of carbon dioxide emissions
• Eliminate use of Halogen and CFC based refrigerants for HVAC systems
General Environmental Protection/Restoration
• Placement of project within degraded or damaged areas
• Placement of project away from sensitive site elements
• Reduce site disturbance
• In-place sustainability management plans
• Utilization of professional ecologists in plan/project design/maintenance plans
• Purchase materials locally reducing environmental impact of transportation
• Use of innovative wastewater treatment to reduce burden on waste system
• Integration of facilities into landscape
• Reduce thermal gradient differences between developed and underdeveloped
areas to minimize impact on microclimates and habitat
• Use of certified wood

CRITERION #12 - MULTI-USE TRAILS/RAPIDLY AGING OREGON POPULATION (5
Points) (For motorized, non-motorized and water trail projects)
Please score your project off of one of the following two criteria. Please select the
criteria which benefits your project the most.
MULTI-USE TRAILS
The 2004 Oregon Statewide Trail User and Non-Motorized Boater Survey reported that
a wide variety of user groups participate on Oregon’s motorized and non-motorized
trails and waterways in the state. Multi-use trails are trails that permit more than one
user group to use the trail. Multi-use trails can include a mix of motorized and nonmotorized uses or can be limited to either motorized or non-motorized uses.
A project that includes the development of multi-use trails will receive up to 5 priority
points. The applicant must identify which of the trail user groups included in the table
below will be allowed to use the trail.
If the project is designed to accommodate:
1 user group............................0 points
2 user groups..........................1 point
3 user groups..........................2 points
4 user groups..........................3 points
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5 user groups..........................4 points
6 or more user groups.............5 points
_____ points awarded (0 to 5 points)
Note: Points will not be awarded for user groups not included in the following table:

TRAIL USER GROUPS
MOTORIZED TRAIL
ATV riders
Off-road motorcyclists
4-wheel drivers
Snowmobilers
Sand rail/Dune buggy
drivers
ADA accommodations

NON-MOTORIZED TRAIL
Hikers (including walkers,
runners, backpackers)
Bikers (road & mountain)
Equestrian (including all
stock user)
Cross-country skiing/Nordic
Other wheeled uses
(rollerbladers/ inline
skaters, roller skaters)
ADA accommodations

WATER TRAIL
White water rafters
Canoeists
Drift boaters/ Row boaters
White water kayakers
Sea kayakers

Sail boaters
Inner tubers
ADA accommodations

OR
A RAPIDLY AGING OREGON POPULATION
Within the next decade, 15 percent of Oregon’s total population will be over the age of
65 and by 2030 that number will grow to nearly 20 percent. An enhanced focus on
promoting and preserving the health of older adults is essential if we are to effectively
address the health and economic challenge of an aging society. Of critical importance
is how to keep Baby Boomers actively involved in outdoor recreation as they move into
and through retirement.
An Oregon SCORP research project involving Baby Boomers (Oregon residents born
between 1946 and 1964) and Pre-Boomers (residents born between 1926 and 1945)
included a comparison across age categories for top five activities by participation
intensity identified that walking is the top activity across all age categories (40-79);
jogging is a top activity between the ages of 40-59, but is also popular for those in their
70’s; bicycling is a top activity between the ages of 40-64; and bird watching is a top
activity between the ages of 55-79. A separate relocation analysis conducted by
Oregon State University identified communities in Oregon which have and will continue
to experience higher levels of retiree immigration from both within Oregon and coming
from another state or county in Oregon. SCORP steering committee members
identified that planning and developing trail systems in areas of the state having highest
relocation intensity in the 40 to 70 age range as a key planning recommendation.

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Priority points are awarded for close-to-home trail projects providing walking, jogging,
bicycling or bird watching opportunities in the following cities in Oregon with higher
levels of in-migration of Boomers and Pre-Boomers. (See listing of cities below)
Note: *To qualify as a “close-to-home” trail opportunity, the trail must have at least one trail
access point within a 5-mile radius of an urban growth boundary (UGB), unincorporated
community boundary, or a Tribal community. A map clearly identifying the trail location and UGB
or unincorporated community boundary or Tribal community boundary drawn on it must be
submitted in order to receive points.
_____ points awarded (0 or 5 points)

Past and Projected Top Relocation Designation Communities (1996 – 2016)
Ashland
Eagle Point
La Pine
Rogue River
Astoria
Eugene
Lincoln City
Roseburg
Bandon
Florence
Medford
Sherwood
Beaverton
Gold Beach
McMinnville
St. Helens
Bend
Grants Pass
Milton-Freewater
Sutherlin
Brookings
Hermiston
Myrtle Creek
Talent
Cave Junction
Hillsboro
Newport
Tualatin
Central Point
Hood River
North Bend
West Linn
Coos Bay
Jacksonville
Ontario
Wilsonville
Corvallis
Klamath Falls
Prineville
Woodburn
Cottage Grove
Lake Oswego
Redmond

CRITERION #13 - PROJECT URGENCY (5 Points)
(For motorized, non-motorized and water trail projects)
The Recreational Trails Program Advisory Committee (RTPAC) is aware that timing can
often be a critical factor in the acquisition and operation of valuable recreation
properties. The intent of the following criteria is to provide priority for project proposals
showing an urgent need for time-sensitive land acquisitions, immediate threat of closure
because of non-compliance with state and federal law, threat of lost opportunity,
meeting project completion deadlines, public health and safety concerns or impacts on
cultural and natural resources.
For trail projects, land acquired with RTP grant funding must be directly related to the
provision of trail recreation. As such, park and open space acquisitions are not eligible
for RTP grant funding.
Note: Opportunities that may be lost as a result of sponsors budget cycles or other activities within the
control of the Project Sponsor will not be considered as "urgent."

_____ points awarded (0 to 5 points)
(The rating team will determine a value from 0 to 5 points based on the information provided by the
applicant.)

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CRITERION #14 - DISCRETIONARY COMMITTEE MEMBER CRITERIA (15 Points)
(For motorized, non-motorized and water trail projects)
Consistent with RTP guidance, RTPAC membership represents a broad range of
motorized and non-motorized trail users within the state. This assessment allows
committee members to bring their knowledge of statewide and local recreation patterns,
resources, and needs into consideration. The determination of points awarded is an
individual decision, based on informed judgment.
Reviewers may award the project additional points based upon their subjective
evaluation of the following: Site Suitability, Fiscal Consideration, Commitment to LongTerm Operation and Maintenance, and the Basic Intent of TEA-21.
This list is not intended to be a complete list of all discretionary criteria to be considered
by RTPAC members. Other considerations could include superior design, ADA
compliance, special needs, project presentation, superior leverage of funding and
partnership including the use of volunteers, heritage context, potential for legacy,
Site suitability, fiscal consideration, commitment to long-term operation and
maintenance, basic intent of TEA-21 and regional issues.
_____ points awarded (0 to 15 points)
(The rating team will determine a value from 0 to 15 points based on the information provided by the
applicant.)

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SECTION 4.0

PROJECT SELECTION

4.1
TECHNICAL REVIEW
As part of the Recreational Trails Program (RTP) grant evaluation process OPRD staff
will review applications for completeness, eligibility, sponsors current grant status,
match, property ownership, local/regional/federal approval, etc. Staff will review and
forward eligible applications to the Recreational Trails Advisory Committee for further
consideration. Ineligible or incomplete applications will be returned to the applicant with
an explanation of why their application was returned.

COMMITTEE REVIEW
4.2
Following staff technical review, qualified applications are scored by Recreational Trails
Advisory Committee (RTAC) members according to the application criteria, rating
factors, and points in the "Project Priority Scoring System" shown in this manual. The
criteria reflect the RTP program guidelines and are based on the findings of the current
state trails plan and reflect priorities identified by workshop participants, trails plan
steering committee members, and trail user survey respondents. These criteria have
been designed to evaluate and prioritize motorized and non-motorized terrestrial trail
and water trail projects.
The project score will be calculated as an average of the sum of all individual RTAC
member scores. The highest possible score for a project will be 100 points. (As shown
in the Potential RTP Evaluation Criteria Point Summary in this manual for criteria point
breakdowns.) The priority rank of a project will depend on its score relative to other
projects and in relation to the amount of RTP grant funds available each year.
Applications for RTP funding of $50,000 or greater will be required to make a brief
presentation to the Committee. Applications for RTP funding of less than
$50,000 will be evaluated on the merit of the written application.
Presentation to the Advisory Committee: Presentations will be limited to twenty minutes
including set-up time and questions from the Committee. Although a PowerPoint
presentation is NOT required, if the Project Sponsor desires to provide a PowerPoint
presentation at the Committee review, they are required to send it to the Grant Program
Coordinator by the deadline so it can be pre-loaded onto a computer to be used during
the presentation. The Project Sponsor should request from OPRD a return email
indicating the receipt of the PowerPoint file. The Project Sponsor should also bring a
back-up on a USB drive to the hearings. The cutoff for OPRD receiving the electronic
presentations is one week prior to the Committee meeting.
4.3 Approval Process
The Recreational Trails Advisory Committee’s recommendation is forwarded to the
Oregon Parks Commission for approval and that begins the approval process. The
process is outlined as follows:

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RTP Committee Reviews Grants and provides
recommendations to OPRD Commission.

OPRD Commission approves
grant project list.

Federal Highway Administration
reviews projects and completes
environmental approval.

OPRD requests programming request
from ODOT to obligate project funds.
If your project lies within a Metropolitan
Planning Organization (MPO)
boundary, ODOT will work with your
local MPO to amend the MTIP and
STIP, per federal law.

OPRD sends agreement to sponsor for
signature. Upon receipt of the Notice to
Proceed, sponsor is able to begin work.

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SECTION 5.0

REPORT AND REIMBURSEMENT REQUIREMENTS

5.1

GENERAL INFORMATION
The following are guidelines for all recipients of an RTP grant program. In any
program where a reimbursement is requested for a portion of the project costs,
adequate documentation and records are essential. There must be adequate
supporting documentation for each item of cost claimed (i.e. bills / invoices and
documentation confirming that those bills have been paid) OPRD may request
additional support documentation in order to process a reimbursement.

5.2

PROGRESS REPORTS
All project sponsors are required to submit quarterly reports to OPRD to ensure
that OPRD is aware of your project’s progress. Please use the “RTP Progress
Report Form.” This information is critical, since OPRD is required to review
projects that have not progressed for six months for potential termination of RTP
funding. OPRD considers an absence of a quarterly report as no progress on the
project.

5.3

Documentation Requirement for Expenditures
Below is a list of items that OPRD will need to process all reimbursement
requests:
1. Project ledger sheet or other detailed documentation for final billings.
2. Affidavit of publication, supplied by the newspaper when you advertise for
bids.
3. Minutes of any meeting at which action is taken on bids received. Should be
dated and signed by responsible official.
4. Contractor invoices (or final progress payment, if countersigned by contractor
acknowledging payment of all prior charges, and if the cost of each major
work item is shown) or cancelled checks to contractor. (Copy both sides of
checks. Remember to black out account numbers.)
5. All other cancelled checks. (Copy both sides. Remember to black out account
numbers.)
6. Copies of invoices. Not monthly statements.
7. Employee time records.
8. Individual earnings records for the calendar year or payroll journals. Should
show gross wages, withholdings and net pay for each pay period.
9. Equipment rental time records.
10. Detailed schedule showing how you computed owned-equipment rental rates.
For donated equipment time, you must use hourly rates published in rental
compilation or rental rate guide, or other publications that provide national or
regional average rates.
11. Detailed schedule showing how you computed rates for payroll additives (fringe
benefits)

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5.4

PARTIAL BILLINGS
A partial billing along with supporting documentation may be
submitted to OPRD after portions of the work have been completed. Submit the
completed "Reimbursement Request Form". The state will retain 25% of the
grant amount until the project is complete and a final inspection report is
completed. It is preferred that RTP projects are billed quarterly, but may be billed
as necessary.
1. The supporting documentation includes the following:
a. Progress Report – RTP Progress Report Form
b. Expenditure Records - See Section 5.3
c. Volunteer Logs - See Section 6.2 for specific information on format
Your Request for Reimbursement will not be processed
without the supporting documentation.

5.5

FINAL BILLINGS
Submit a "Reimbursement Request Form" with supporting documentation and
a final status report describing the project completion. Include copies of invoices
and other supporting documentation. Please include a letter of explanation if the
project is incomplete and all grant funds have not been expended. Please
contact OPRD to discuss the completed RTP project and arrange for the final
inspection.
1. The supporting documentation includes the following:
a. Final Status Report – RTP Progress Report Form
b. Expenditure Records – See Section 5.3
c. Volunteer Logs - See Section 6.2 for specific information on format
Your Request for Reimbursement will not be processed
without the supporting documentation.

5.6

REIMBURSEMENT REQUEST FORM
A separate file should be established and maintained for each RTP project. The
Project Sponsor is responsible to track costs according to the categories on the
RTP Grant Reimbursement Form and must maintain an auditable record for a
period of not less than 6 years from the expiration date of the RTP agreement.
AN RTP GRANT REIMBURSEMENT FORM MUST BE SUBMITTED FOR ALL
PAYMENT REQUESTS AND REIMBURSEMENTS.
ONLY THE FORM
PROVIDED BY OPRD WILL BE ACCEPTED.

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SECTION 6.0
6.1

FORMS AND RESOURCES

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.

APPLICATION FORMS
RTP Pre-Application Worksheet
Approval by Land Manager Form
RTP Environmental Screening Form
State of Oregon Natural Resource Agency Contact List
Transmittal Memo
Intergovernmental Consultation Form

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.

BILLING FORMS
RTP Progress Report Form
RTP Reimbursement Request Form
Volunteer or Donated Labor Timesheet
Donated Materials or Supplies Record
Donated Equipment Record
Purchased Equipment Tracking Form

6.2

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RTP PRE-APPLICATION WORKSHEET – 2012-13
The main benefits of completing the Pre-Application Worksheet are to develop the Source of
Funding page, Project Budget, and answers to Narrative Questions before working in the
Online Application. Once completed, answers to Narrative Questions can be cut and pasted into
the Online Application.
Project Name:
Organization/Sponsor Name:
Contact Person Name and Title:
Address:

Fed ID #:

City:

State: OR

Zip:

County:

U.S. Congressional District (Rep):

Phone:

Oregon Legislative Districts (House):

Email:

Oregon Legislative Districts (Senate):

Recreational Trail Project Type: Check the box that most clearly describes your project. Please
refer to the grant manual for more detailed definitions.
Non-motorized project for a single use
Non-motorized diverse use project
Diverse use project including both motorized and non-motorized uses
Motorized single use project
Motorized diverse use project
Eligibility Category: Check the box that most closely describes the type of project proposed.
Please refer to the grant manual for more detailed definitions.
Maintenance and restoration of existing trails
Development and rehabilitation of trailside and trailhead facilities and trail linkages
Purchase and lease of recreational trail construction and maintenance equipment
Construction of new recreational trails
Acquisition of easements and fee simple title to property
Operation of educational programs to promote safety and environmental protection
Summary Project Description: 1 Paragraph limit.

Project Land is Controlled by: (attach documentation)
Fee Simple
Lease
Easement
Other _____________________________________________________________________

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Funding Request / Source of Funding Worksheet
A. RTP GRANT FUNDING REQUEST

$ __________________

B. Sponsor Match (the minimum match is 20% - 5% of total must be non-federal)
Appropriation/Cash

$ __________________

Cash Donations

$ __________________

Donated Equipment

$ __________________

Donated Labor

$ __________________

Donated Land

$ __________________

Donated Materials

$__________________

Donated Property Interests

$ __________________
)

*Federal Grant (Name:

$ __________________

Force Account - Equipment

$ __________________

Force Account - Labor

$ __________________

Force Account – Materials

$ __________________

*Grant - Other (Name:

)

$ __________________

*State Grant (Name:

)

$ __________________

Other

$ __________________

State Revenue Sharing

$ __________________

B. TOTAL FOR SPONSOR (_________% Match)

$ __________________

C. TOTAL PROJECT COST (A+B)

$ __________________

*Other Grant Funding
Name of Grant:

Agency:

Type of Grant:

Status of Grant Request:

Approved

Pending

Approved

Pending

*Other Grant Funding
Name of Grant:

Agency:

Type of Grant:

Status of Grant Request:

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RTP GRANT DETAILED BUDGET WORKSHEET
APPLICANT:
 Double click on this page to convert
it to an active spreadsheet.

PROJECT TITLE:

Unit

Unit
Cost

Qty.

Subtotal

Match

Grant

Project Components

Sub-Totals * * *
Grant Funds Requested *
Match Funds *
Total Project Costs *

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$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
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$0.00
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$0.00
$0.00
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$0.00
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$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00

$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
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$0.00
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$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
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$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00

$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
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$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00

$0.00

$0.00

$0.00
$0.00

$0.00
$0.00

Grant Request Total

$0

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Prepare answer to narrative questions here. Once you have prepared your

answers, they can be easily cut and pasted to the Online Application. Develop
answers appropriate to your Recreational Trail Project Type. Each question is based on
the scoring criteria defined in the grant manual. Please refer to the detailed explanation
of the scoring criteria beginning on page 20 of the grant manual.
1. Project Narrative (For motorized, non-motorized and water trail projects) (see manual page 18)
In (1) page or less, describe all elements of the project and the need for assistance and project
objectives

Narrative Answer:

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Please refer to the detailed explanation of the scoring criteria beginning on page 20 of the
grant manual.
2. First Time (For motorized, non-motorized and water trail projects) (see manual page 21) Have
you ever received an RTP grant before? If Yes, please provide the project number and project name of
all previous awards.

Answer:

3. National Scenic Trail, National Recreation Trail, National Historic Trail, State
Designated Recreation Trail or State Historic Trail (For non-motorized trail projects) (see
manual page 24) Is your Non-motorized trail project located on a National Scenic Trail, National
Recreation Trail, National Historic Trail, State Designated Recreation Trail or State Historic Trail? Note:
Please provide a map and documentation indicating that the project is located on a designated National
Scenic Trail, National Recreation Trail or National Historic Trail.

Answer:

4. Long-Term Commitment to Trail Maintenance (For motorized, non-motorized and water trail
projects) (see manual page 24, item A) Carefully explain your plan to continue trail operation and
maintenance after the project is complete. List maintenance requirements (including the level of annual
maintenance required for the trail) and strategies to be used. Also describe the degree of commitment by
reporting on such items as on-going funding, partnerships with other agencies, or volunteer maintenance
(e.g. youth conservation or service corps). Where appropriate documentation such as volunteer hour
tracking reports, cooperative agreements, donations, private sponsorships support letters, or signed
memoranda of understanding.

Answer:

5. Trail Maintenance Plan (For motorized, non-motorized and water trail projects) (see manual
page 25, item B) A trail system needs a systematic process to determine the need for trail maintenance.
Do you have a Trail Maintenance Plan? What is your trail condition assessment process? Please
explain.

Answer:

6. Top Statewide Trail Issues (For motorized, non-motorized and water trail projects) (see
manual page 25) Please describe how the project addresses appropriate statewide trail issues.

Answer:

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7. Local Needs and Benefits - Comprehensive Planning (For motorized, non-motorized and
water trail projects) (see manual page, 28 item A) Is the project identified within a comprehensive plan?

Answer:

8. Local Needs and Benefits – Demonstrate Community Support (For motorized, non-motorized and
water trail projects) (see manual page 28, item B)
supportive information.

Please list all letters of support and any other

Answer:

9. Motorized Trail Opportunities - Need for riding opportunities outside of federal lands
(For motorized trail projects) (See manual page 29, item A) Is your project on federal lands or will
utilize federal lands for trails?

Answer:

10. Motorized Trail Opportunities - Need to maximize the sustainable carrying capacity at
existing managed riding areas (For motorized trail projects) (see manual page 29, item B) Does the
motorized trail project intend to maximize the sustainable carrying capacity at one of the OHV riding areas
included in The Official Guide to Off-Highway Recreation where such a need exists?

Answer:

11. Sustainable Trail Development (For motorized, non-motorized and water trail projects) (see
manual page 30) Please describe how the trail project will result in a well-designed, managed and
sustainable trail or trail system. How will impacts and damage to trail facilities be proactively prevented or
minimized through innovative and sustainable trail and facility design and management practices?

Answer:

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12. Multi-Use Trails or Aging Population Growth Centers (For motorized, non-motorized and
water trail projects) (see manual page 32)
Multi-use trails are trails that permit more than one user group to use the trail. Multi-use trails can include
a mix of motorized and non-motorized uses or can be limited to either motorized or non-motorized uses.
Please identify which of the trail user groups included in the table shown on page 22 of the Grant Manual
will be allowed to use the trail. Or
Provide documentation that your project will provide trail opportunities within one of the 44 communities
where the aging population growth is occurring in Oregon.

Answer:

13. Project Urgency (For motorized, non-motorized and water trail projects) (see manual page 34)
Is there an urgent need for time-sensitive land acquisition, immediate threat of closure because of noncompliance with state and federal law, threat of lost opportunity, meeting project completion deadlines,
public health and safety concerns or impacts on cultural and natural resources?
Note: Opportunities that may be lost as a result of sponsors budget cycles or other activities within the
control of the project sponsor will not be considered as "urgent."

Answer:

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APPROVAL BY LAND MANAGER
As the official responsible for management of the land on which the project is located, I
agree to the following:
1. The proposed trail project or facility will remain accessible for public use.
2. The project as described in this application has my approval.
3. The project as described is in compliance with Section 1302 (e)(2)© of the Recreational
Trails Program that prohibits the use of grant funds to accommodate motorized use on trails
that have been predominately used by non-motorized trail users prior to May 1, 1991.
4. If this project is located on federal lands:
(a) The project is in compliance with all applicable laws, including the National
Environmental Policy Act, the Forest and Rangeland Renewable Resources Planning
Act, the Federal Land Policy and Management Act, and the Wilderness Act.
(b) The project is in conformance with the appropriate Forest Management Plan or BLM
Resource Area Management Plan titled:
Title:

Date:

(c) A decision has been issued as part of the NEPA environmental review process. Attach
copy of decision notice/finding of no significant impact.
(d) If a decision has not been issued, please state when a decision is expected.

Signature:

Date:

Print or Type
Name:
Title:
Phone Number:
Email:

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RTP Environmental Screening Form
Sponsor Name:
Project Name:

Part I: Project Description: What will this grant fund?

Part II: Alternatives to Proposed Action(s): Are there project Alternatives? If so, please describe.

Part III: Environmental Consequences: Complete the following. For each “yes,” describe the magnitude of
the impact and the potential for significant impact (based on context and intensity). Attach appropriate supporting
documentation.
A. Property Acquisitions:
Yes
No
(Note: Acquisitions under Eminent Domain is not a permissible activity under the RTP program.)
1. Is the project seeking permanent acquisitions from private landowners or local authorities?
2. If yes, is the project seeking full or partial acquisition(s)?
3. Is the project on, or is it seeking transfer of Federal or State Land?
4 If yes to any of the above, describe the proposed acquisition below and attach figures depicting affects to the
property(ies):

B. Local Land Use:
1. Is the project consistent with Federal, State and or Local land use plans?
2. If yes, identify land use plans and briefly describe how the project meets consistency.
If no, please explain:

Yes

No

C. Social and Economic:
1. Describe the positive and negative social and economic affects (if any) of the project to the local
community(ies), individual residents, and/or businesses:
(For example, consider immediate and near future affects to local commuters, the elderly, the handicapped, other recreational users,
churches, schools; and consider comments received from the public in Section IV below.)

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D. Archeological and Historical Resources:
Yes
No
1. Are there National Register-listed or eligible sites in the project area?
2. Would the project affect any listed or eligible sites?
3. Are the effects of the project adverse to listed or eligible sites?
4. If yes to any of the above, briefly summarize below and attach the following: survey report, accompanying
determinations and concurrences from State Historic Preservation Office, and any agreement for resolution
of adverse effects.

E. Fish & Wildlife: Attach a completed and signed Intergovernmental Consultation Form from
Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife.

Yes
Are there Threatened or Endangered species or their habitat present?
Are anadromous or resident fish populations present?
Are migratory bird habitat or raptor nest present?
Does the project affect wildlife resources (game/subsistence species)?
Will the project cross Essential Fish Habitat (EFH)?
For questions 2-5, are any permits required?
Describe impacts; attach supporting documentation and the Intergovernmental Consultation Form.

(See Section 1.8 for instructions and Section 6.1 of the RTP manual for the form and contact information.)

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.

No

F. Wetlands & Floodplains: Attach a completed and signed Intergovernmental Consultation
Form from the Department of State Lands.

Yes
No
1. Will the project area impact Wetlands? ( If yes, complete questions a-d)
a. Total wetland acres affected:
b. Total wetland fill quantities:
Cubic Yards
c. Dredge quantities of wetland:
Cubic Yards
d. US Army Corps of Engineers
None
Type:
NWP
Individual
Other
authorization required:
2. Does the project encroach onto the 100-year floodplain?
a. If yes, would the project increase the backwater elevation of the 100-year floodplain one
foot or greater?
3. Is the project within a regulatory floodway?
a. If yes, does the project adversely affect the floodway?
4. Describe impacts, attach supporting documentation and the Intergovernmental Consultation Form.
(See Section 1.8 for instructions and Section 6.1 of the RTP manual for the form and contact information)

G. Water Bodies: Attach a completed and signed Intergovernmental Consultation Form from the
Department of State Lands.

Yes
No
1. Does the project affect a navigable water body (as defined by Section 9 of the Rivers and
Harbor Act)?
2. Does the project affect waters and navigable waters of the U.S. (as defined by Section 404 of
the Clean Water Act and/or Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act)?
3. Proposed river or stream involvement:
Bridge
Culvert
Embankment Fill
Relocation
Diversion
a. The proposed stream involvement is :
Permanent
Temporary
4. Type of stream or river habitat impacted:
Spawning
Rearing
Pool
Riffle
Undercut Bank
(See Section 1.8 for instructions and Section 6.1 of the RTP manual for the form and contact information)

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5. Describe the impacts; attach supporting documentation and the Intergovernmental Consultation Form.

H. Oregon Coastal Management Program: Attach a completed and signed Intergovernmental
Consultation Form from the Oregon Department of Land Conservation and Development.

Yes
(See Section 1.8 for instructions and Section 6.1 of the RTP manual for the form and contact information).
1. Is the project within the Oregon Coastal Management Program boundary?
2. Describe the impacts; attach supporting documentation and the Intergovernmental Consultation Form.

I. Water Quality: Attach a completed and signed Intergovernmental Consultation Form from the
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality.

Yes
(See Section 1.8 for instructions and Section 6.1 of the RTP manual for the form and contact information)
1. Does the project affect a public or private drinking source?
2. Does the project affect a designated impaired water body?
3. Indicate how many acres of ground-disturbing activities will result from the
project:
acres
4. Is there a municipal separate storm sewer system (MS4) National Pollution Discharge
Elimination System permit (NPDES) or will runoff be mixed with discharges from an
NPDES permitted industrial facility?
a. If yes, provide NPDES permit #
5. Describe the impacts; attach supporting documentation and the Intergovernmental Consultation Form.

J. Hazardous Waste:
1. Are hazardous wastes located within the project area?
2. Describe the impacts:

Yes

No

No

No

Part IV: Public Involvement: Describe how public involvement was solicited and attach copies of public
notices, comments received and the responses to comments.

Part V: Environmental Commitments and Mitigation Measures: List commitments and measures that
will be taken to avoid, minimize or mitigate all resource impacts identified in Section III, IV and VI; and list all
permit conditions. Environmental commitments are actions that the grantee will be held to during the project
implementation.

Part VI: Motorized Project Questions: Answer this section only if you have motorized recreation as part of
your project scope.
A. Air Quality:
1. Is the project area in a designated non-attainment or maintenance area for air quality?
(Locations include: Portland, Salem-Keizer, Eugene-Springfield, Rogue Valley(Central Point to Ashland), Grants
Pass, LaGrande, Oakridge, Klamath Falls or Lakeview)

2. If yes, is the project listed on the exempt projects list (40 CFR 93.126)?
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Yes

No

B. Noise:
Yes
1. Is the project in an existing designated recreational land use area or park?
2. Is the project located near any residential areas, campgrounds, wildlife refuges or wilderness
areas?
3. If yes to any of the above, describe the proximity to types of areas and describe noise impacts:

a.

No

What types and numbers of mechanized vehicles do you anticipate on the trail daily and seasonally?
(Example: 30 snowmobiles day/winter and 30 OHVs day/summer-fall)

Part VII: Applicant Certification:
I certify the information above was completed to the best of my knowledge to be accurate and correct:
Signature: __________________________________________________________________ Date: _____________
Printed Name: _______________________________________________________________

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STATE OF OREGON NATURAL RESOURCE AGENCY CONTACT LIST
for Review of Proposed Federal Actions

Mandatory Contact List:
ˆ ODLCD

ˆ DSL

AGENCY

ˆ Oregon Dept of Land
Conservation &
Development (DLCD)

ˆ Oregon Division of
State Lands (DSL)

ˆ Oregon Dept of Fish &
Wildlife (ODF&W)

ˆ Dept of Environmental
Quality (DEQ)
Northwest Region

Western Region

Eastern Region

ˆ State Historic Preservation
Office (SHPO)

Submission to these 5 agencies required. (Revised 12/19/12)

ˆ ODF&W
CONTACT
Jon Jinings
Community Dev. Spec.
888 NW Hill ST STE 2
Bend, OR 97701
541-318-2890
jon.jinings@state.or.us
Caroline Stimson
Wetland Specialist
775 Summer ST NE
Salem, OR 97301
503-986-5231
caroline.stimson@state.or.us

Joy Vaughan
Land Use & Waterway
Alterations Coordinator
3406 Cherry Ave SE
Salem, OR 97303
503-947-6089
joy.r.vaughan@state.or.us
Audrey O’Brien
2020 SW 4th Ave STE 400
Portland, OR 97201
503-229-5072
audrey.obrien@state.or.us
Mary Camarata
165 E 7th Ave STE 100
Eugene, OR 97401
541-687-7435
mary.camarata@state.or.us
Cheryll Hutchens-Woods
700 SE Emigrant, #330
Pendleton, OR 97801
541-278-4619
hutchenswoods.cheryll@deq.state.or.us
c/o Mark Cowan
725 Summer ST NE STE C
Salem, OR 97301
503-986-0669
mark.cowan@state.or.us
y OPRD will submit your
Environmental Screening packet
to SHPO for you.
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ˆ DEQ

ˆ SHPO

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
y Submit by email
y Jon will forward your packet to
the appropriate Regional Rep.
y Submit by mail or email
Please include the following
project info:
y County
y Latitude
y Township y Longitude
y Range
y Tax Lot(s)
y Section
y Accurate Site Map
y Submit by email

y Submit by email

y Submit by email

y Submit by email

Please include the following
project info:
y Township
y Range
y Section
y SHPO prefers to have a 7.5
minute USGS topography map

Potential Contact List: Submission to these State agencies is not required, but may
be prudent for certain projects.

Paul Ries
Oregon State Dept of Forestry
2600 State Street
Salem OR 97310
503-945-7391

George Thompson, Grants Officer
Oregon State Dept of Energy
625 Marion Street NE
Salem OR 97310
503-378-3767

Wayne Shuyler, Deputy Director
Oregon State Marine Board
435 Commercial Street NE #400
Salem OR 97301-3453
503-378-2605

paul.ries@state.or.us

george.d.thompson@state.or.us

wayne.shuyler@state.or.us

Director
Oregon State Dept of
Transportation
355 Capitol Street NE Room 135
Building
Salem OR 97301-3871
503-986-3452

Bill Fuji, Intergovernmental
Liaison
Oregon Water Resources Dept.
725 Summer St. NE, Suite A
Salem OR 97301
503-986-0887
William.h.fujii@state.or.us

James Johnson, Land Use &
Water Planning Coordinator
Natural Resources Division
Oregon Dept of Agriculture
635 Capitol Street NE
Salem OR 97301-2532
503-986-4706

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TRANSMITTAL MEMO
______________________________________________________________________
DATE:
TO:

(State/Federal Natural Resource Agencies)

FROM:
SUBJECT: Intergovernmental Review of Proposed Project for which Federal
Assistance is being requested (Recreation Trails Program Grant Program).
______________________________________________________________________
Attached is a copy of:
1) an Environmental Screening Form,
2) a geographic location map,
3) a project site map, and
4) a blank State / Federal Agency Review form for the
(Project Name)

project,

in (City or County)

.

Brief Narrative:

We would appreciate your review of the project and the accompanying documents, as
well as completion and return of the enclosed State / Federal Agency Review form to
our agency. If concerns about this project are noted on the form, we will be in contact
with the person signing the form to address those concerns.
Thank you!

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INTERGOVERNMENTAL CONSULTATION FORM

STATE / FEDERAL AGENCY REVIEW
A REVIEW OF A PROPOSED OUTDOOR RECREATION PROJECT
WHICH FEDERAL ASSISTANCE HAS BEEN REQUESTED.

Project Name:
Project Sponsor:
Return Date:
To Agency Addressed: This is a Federal Aid Grant. A comment is required.
If your agency cannot respond by the return date, please notify us immediately.
PROGRAM REVIEW AND COMMENT
We have reviewed the subject notice and have reached the following conclusions on its
relationship to our plans and programs:
[ ]
It has no effect.
[ ]
We have no comment.
[ ]
Effects, although measurable, would be acceptable.
[ ]
It has adverse effects. (Explain in Remarks Section.)
[ ]
We are interested, but require more information to evaluate the proposal.
(Explain in Remarks Section.)
[ ]
Additional comments for project improvement. (Attach if necessary).
REMARKS

Agency: ______________________________________________________________
Reviewed By: __________________________________________________________
Name

Title

Return to: (INSERT PROJECT SPONSOR NAME AND ADDRESS HERE)

CC:

RTP Grant Program Coordinator
Oregon Parks and Recreation Department
725 Summer St. NE, Suite C
Salem, OR 97301
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Progress Report
RTP Grant Program
DATE:_______________
Sponsor Name:
Project Title:
Billing Period:

RTP Agreement #:

Billing #:

Start Date:

End Date:

---------------------------------------------------------------------Description of Work Completed:

---------------------------------------------------------------------Project Problems or Delays:

---------------------------------------------------------------------Percentage of Project Completed to Date:

---------------------------------------------------------------------Report Completed By: ____________________________________________________
Title: __________________________________________________________________

---------------------------------------------------------------------Received by OPRD: _____________________________________

Date: ________________

Progress Reports are due no less than one per quarter. Progress Reports are required as part of all RTP
Agreements.

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Volunteer or Donated Labor Timesheet
Project Title: ______________________________________________ Project #:
Volunteer Name: __________________________________________ Phone #:
Address:
City: __________________________________________________ State: OR Zip: _______________
Professional and technical personnel, consultants, and other skilled and unskilled laborers may furnish
volunteer services. Each hour of volunteered service may be counted as matching share if the service is
an integral and necessary part of an approved project. Records of in-kind contributions of personnel shall
include time sheets containing the signature of the person whose time is contributed, and of the
supervisor verifying that the record is accurate.
Rates for volunteers should be consistent with those regular rates paid for similar work in similar activities
within the State. In cases where the kinds of skills required for the project are not found in other activities
by the grantee, rates used should be consistent with those paid for similar work in the labor market in
which the grantee competes for the kind of services involved. The time that a person donates will be
valued as a general laborer unless the person is professionally skilled in the work being performed on the
project, e.g. a mason doing work on a retaining wall. When this is the case, the wage rate this individual
is normally paid for performing this service may be charged to the project. The rate cannot exceed
prevailing wage charges determined by the Department of Labor. A list can be found at:
http://www.access.gpo.gov/davisbacon/OR.html
Volunteer labor is limited to the volunteer hourly rate provided by the Points of Light Foundation. In
Oregon, Volunteer Works in Portland is a member of the Points of Light Foundation. To view their data
for the most current hourly volunteer rate go to: http://independentsector.org/volunteer_time In 2010
(latest data available), the Independent Sector announced that the estimated value of a volunteer
hour in Oregon is $18.85.
Volunteer labor may be used as match only and is never a reimbursable item.
Date

Description of Work

Hours Worked
(From – To)

Total
Hours

Hourly
Rate

Total Time
Value

Total Value of Donated Hours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

$

Signature of Person Volunteering or Donating Time

Date

Signature of Project Supervisor

Date

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Initials

Rev 7/10/12

Donated Materials or Supplies Record
Project Title:

Project # _

Donor:

Phone #

Address:
City: ________________________________________ State: OR Zip: __________

Values attributed to donated materials included in the matching share of a project
budget should be reasonable and should not exceed current market prices at the time
they are charged to the project. Records of in-kind contributions of materials shall
indicate the fair market value by listing comparable prices and vendors.

Date

Description of Donated Materials or Supplies

Total Value of Donation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fair Value of
Donation

Is this full
retail value?

$

Signature of Person Donating Materials or Supplies

Date

Signature of Project Supervisor

Date

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Donated Equipment Record
Project Title:

Project #

Donor:

Phone #

Address:
City: _____________________________________ State: OR Zip: ______________
The hourly rate for donated equipment used on a project shall not exceed its fair-rental
value. Records of in-kind contributions of equipment shall include schedules showing
the hours and dates of use and the signature of the operator of the equipment.
Date

Description of Equipment Used

Hourly Rate
of Donated
Equipment

Number of
Hours Used

Total Value of Donation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Total Value

$

Signature of Person Donating Equipment

Date

Signature of Project Supervisor

Date

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Recreational Trails Program
Equipment Record
Instructions: Equipment purchases of $5,000 or more, made possible with Recreational Trails Program grant
funds, must be documented. Once a piece of equipment has been purchased using RTP funds, please complete this
form and submit it to the RTP Grant Program Coordinator.

Acquisition
RTP Project Number:
RTP Project Name:
RTP Project Sponsor:
Description / Type of
Equipment Purchased:
Serial Number
other ID Number):

(or

Source of Equipment / Vendor:
Title held by:
Acquisition Date:
Acquisition Cost:
% of Federal Participation:
(RTP Grant %)
Storage Location:
Condition of Equipment:
(Excellent, Good, Fair, Poor)
Current Estimated Value:
Date Condition of Equipment
was Assessed:

Disposition
Date of Sale or Disposal:
Sale Price:
Method used to determine Fair
Market Value:
Notes:

Signature:

Date:

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