HomeMy WebLinkAboutCAP 2015-07-13 Item 2A - Agreement - Green City PartnershipsTO:
City of Tukwila
Jim Haggerton, Mayor
INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM
Mayor Haggerton
Community Affairs and Parks Committee
FROM: Rick Still, Parks and Recreation Director
BY: Robert Eaton, Parks and Recreation Superintendent /\ r
DATE: July 8, 2015
SUBJECT: Green City Partnerships Agreement
ISSUE
Green City Partnerships Agreement
BACKGROUND
At the May 26, 2015 Community Affairs and Parks Committee, Forterra made a presentation
for Green City Partnerships program (Attachment A). The presentation outlined the two year
process for developing and establishing a Green City program. The scope for year one
focuses on Forterra conducting a forested park and natural area assessment. The next step
is to develop a Green Tukwila Partnership 20 -Year Plan. Year two focuses on the
implementation specifics by creating a Stewardship Plan, a Forest Steward Program and
providing on -going support of stewards. Essential City staff would work closely with Forterra
throughout this two year process.
The action taken at the meeting was to "Direct staff to complete a budget amendment for
$40,000 for the two year plan and bring a proposed Agreement with Forterra back to CAP for
recommendation."
DISCUSSION
Attachment B is the proposed agreement. Currently there is no budget for this program
however, a budget amendment request was completed by staff as directed by the Committee.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
The initial expense of this program is $10,000 in 2015 and an additional $30,000 in 2016 for a
combined $40,000 in the next two years. Forterra is committed to contribute $60,000 in
partnership with the City of Tukwila's $40,000 to develop this $100,000 Green Tukwila plan.
There is also a work effort commitment and annual financial commitment to implement and
sustain the program over the 20 -Year plan at the Council's desired level.
RECOMMENDATION
The Council is being asked to authorize the Mayor to sign the agreement with Forterra for the
development of the Green Tukwila Partnership 20 -Year Plan and consider this item at the July
27, 2015 Committee of the Whole meeting and subsequent August 3, 2015 Regular meeting.
ATTACHMENTS
A. Green City Partnerships Presentation Memo (and attachments)
B. Agreement with Forterra for Green Tukwila Partnership 20 -Year Plan
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City of Tukwila
Jim Haggerton, Mayor
INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM
Mayor Haggerton
Community Affairs and Parks Committee
FROM: Rick Still, Parks and Recreation Director
BY:
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Robert Eaton, Parks and Recreation Superintendent /lam
DATE: May 20, 2015
SUBJECT: Green City Partnerships
ISSUE
Green City Partnerships Presentation by Forterra
BACKGROUND
Forterra has potentially identified the City of Tukwila as a good candidate to be a "Green City"
because of our green spaces, nice parks, the Duwamish!Green River and already being a
"Tree City" USA member. Various Councilmembers, City Administration and City Staff have
provided positive feedback in regards to the idea of being "Green Tukwila" therefore, Forterra
is presenting to the Community Affairs and Parks Committee the benefits of being a Green
City what partnering with them to develop a Green City Plan for Tukwila would entail.
DISCUSSION
The process for developing and establishing a Green City is a two year task. The scope for
year one focuses on Forterra conducting a forested park and natural area assessment. From
there they would develop a Green Tukwila Partnership 20 -Year Plan. Year two focuses on the
implementation specifics by creating a Stewardship Plan, a Forest Steward Program and
providing on -going support of stewards. Essential staff will work closely with Forterra
throughout this two year process.
Currently there is no budget for this program however, a budget amendment could be
completed by staff if Council so desires to proceed further with the Green City program.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
The initial expense of this program is $10,000 in 2015 and an additional $30,000 in 2016 for a
combined $40,000 in the next two years. Forterra is committed to contribute $60,000 in
partnership with the City of Tukwila's $40,000 to develop this $100,000 Green Tukwila plan.
There is also a work effort commitment and annual financial commitment to implement and
sustain the program over the 20 year plan. This will be discussed in the presentation.
RECOMMENDATION
The Council is being asked to provide direction to staff in regards to this program. Below are
two options identified by staff:
1) Direct staff to complete a budget amendment for $40,000 for the two year plan and bring
a proposed Agreement with Forterra back to CAP for recommendation.
2) Direct staff to not pursue this any further at this time but thank you for the presentation.
ATTACHMENTS
A. Green City Partnerships — Presentation
B. Green City Partnerships — One Pager
C. Green City Partnerships — Tukwila Estimate
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GREEN C TY
PARTNERSHIPS
Restoring Urban Greenspace through
Community Stewardship
FORTSRRA
Benefits to Healthy Urban Forests
• Clean Air and Water
• Natural Water Retention and
Erosion Control
• Habitat for Local Wildlife
• Recreational and Educational
Opportunities
• Revitalized Neighborhoods
• Improved Property Values
• Greenhouse Gas Reduction
• Carbon Sequestration
• Physical and Mental Wellness
• And more.....
Saving Our Urban Greenspace
forested If We Do Nothing....
If i res.tored
Aggressive non-ngive vegetation will dominate
unless removed. In ioo yearsr the tree$ will be gone. City ofkials
estimate that potentially billions of dollars
stormwater control will be lost.
PRESENT
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We Can Reverse the Trend
If forested natural areas are restored
Aggressively removing invasive vegetation and planting native trees and
shrubs will return the urban forest to a more sustainable condition. In
moo years, the forest will provide the city valuable services and better
resist invasive plant infestations..
PRESENT
IN 20 YEARS
IN 50 YEARS
IN 100 YEARS
Community Stewardship
Green Cities —A Growing Network
Regional Approach
Green Cities Goals:
• 7,800 acres (and growing)
• Improve urban forest and natural
area health
• Galvanize an informed and
involved community
• Ensure long term sustainability
Accomplishments:
• 1,750 acres in restoration
• 239 Stewards
• 900,000 Volunteer hours
Becoming a Green City
I. Establish Green City Partnership start -up
resources and agreement
2. Identify parks and natural areas to be included
3. Perform a "rapid assessment" of park and natural
area conditions (sometime between April -Sept)
4. Results of assessment feed into Green Tukwila
Partnership Strategic Plan
• Map and graphical presentation of forest and natural
area health
• Volunteer investment and cost model
• Restoration prioritization
• Partnership goals and vision
• Benchmarks and timeline
5. Establish community -based stewardship
program
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Steward recruitment, training and support
Develop park specific stewardship plans
• Host work parties and engage the community
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Track progress towards Strategic Plan benchmarks
and goals.
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Long -term Investment
Annual program costs
• Depends on scope (total acres and timeline) of
the plan
• Varies by city depending on current investment
to restoration
• Forterra works with City to modify
restoration goals to fit their projected funding
levels
• Identify grants and other funding mechanisms
to sustain long -term funding for the program.
Costs includes:
• Staff (program management, volunteer
recruitment and support)
• Restoration materials and tools
• Marketing and program tracking (database,
website, etc.)
• Professional /youth employment restoration
crewtime
Questions?
Jennifer Chang
jchang @forterra.org
GREEN CITY'
PARTNERSHIPS
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PARTNERSHIPS
Healthy forested parks and greenspaces have the power to
strengthen neighborhoods, provide safe access to nature, and
offer numerous valuable "green services ". Without a
coordinated regional effort to restore and care for our urban
parks, we are at risk of losing the many benefits these forests
and natural areas provide. To date, Forterra has launched
Green City Partnerships in seven cities including Seattle,
Tacoma, Kirkland, Redmond, Kent, Everett and Puyallup. These
unique public /private partnerships bring together the City,
Forterra, thousands of community volunteers, other nonprofits,
and businesses to create a sustainable network of healthy
forested parks and natural areas throughout the region.
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Reduce motet-and fight erosion
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Corrvert tarkZon dioxide r�ca
and rduem global' warrnin g
A Growing Problem
Many of our region's parks and natural areas are heavily infested with English ivy, Himalayan
blackberry and other invasive plants. Additionally, many of the trees in our urban parks are at the
end of their Iifespan. As these trees die, invasive plants are preventing the next generation of trees
from growing, leaving us at risk of losing the many benefits our forests provide in just 20 years!
If forested parldands are Not Restored
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A Community -based Solution
Restoring our urban parks requires a partnership and coordinated effort. Green City Partnerships
are harnessing the power of our communities and creating a culture of volunteerism and
stewardship to save our local forested parks and natural areas. The Green City Partnerships
combined log over 115,000 volunteer hours at more than 1000 stewardship events each year.
These events provide hands -on opportunities for residents young and old to take action and care
for the parks they love. Forterra works with cities to recruit, train, and support passionate
volunteer leaders to serve as Stewards. Stewards are the mainstay of the program, organizing
work parties and resources for their park, connecting with local neighbors and community groups,
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and working to meet restoration goals in their park. There are now over 240 Stewards working
across the seven cities.
Be the next Green City!
Using a model and best management practices developed over the past 10 years, Forterra works
with cities to develop a partnership that meet each city's individual needs and capacity. The Green
Cities combined share three core goals for their forested parks and natural areas:
• Improve the quality of life, connections to nature, and enhance forest benefits in cities by
restoring our forested parks and natural areas
• Galvanize an informed and active community
• Ensure long -term sustainable funding and community support
Forterra Green City Partnership services include:
• City -wide forested park and natural area assessment.
• Strategic and restoration planning
• Volunteer program development and guidance
• Education and training for volunteers
• Restoration tracking systems
• Green City outreach and community engagement.
• On the ground stewardship projects and event support
The process of forming a new Green City with Forterra involves an initial assessment of the current
acreage and condition of a city's forested parks and natural areas. With this information Forterra
works with the city to develop and implement a 20 -year strategic plan with the forest assessment
results, cost estimates, volunteer projections, and strategic benchmarks to achieve restoration
goals over a set timeline. Forterra support also includes developing a community -based volunteer
stewardship program to support restoration efforts across the city. In addition, Forterra facilitates
connections across the Partnerships through the Green Cities Network, providing a venue for
resource sharing, idea creation and consistency in regional restoration efforts.
For more information visit our website: www.forterra.org or contact Joanna Nelson de Flores,
Green Cities Director I 206- 905 -6913 1 jnelson @forterra.org
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GREEN 1 Y ,
PARTNERSHIPS ti
Forterra Services: Establishing a New Green City
Rate
Hours
Value
Year One:
20 -Year Plan
1) Conduct forest assessment for Tukwila parks and open spaces
Forterra PM staff
$100
20
$ 2,000.00
Forterra Gl5 staff
$125
40
$ 5,000.00
Travel
$ 100.00
Forestry Subconsultant - data collection /GIS*
4) Establish Forest Steward Program with Field Guide, recruit and train Stewards
$ 12,000.00
Subtotal
Forterra staff
$100
$ 19,100.00
'This amount will vary depending on land to be inventoried - $12,000 will saver oppraximately 400 acres, depending on subdrvis •n of Habitat Management
Units,
Travel
2} Create official Green Tukwila Partnership 20 -year Plan
$ 120.00
Supplies /materials
Forterra staff
$100
340
$ 34000.00
Travel
$ 8,320.00
$ 100.00
Supplies /materials for public meeting
$ 200.00
$ 8,000.00
Subconsultant - layout, design and copy editor
Printing
Forterra staff
$ 2,000.00
Subtotal
$ 15,000.00
Travel
1 $ 44,300.00
Total Forest Assessment and 20-year Plan (Year One) $ 63,400.00
Year Two:
Establish Stewardship Program
3) Create Stewardship Plans for 2 first -year restoration projects
Forterra staff
$100
80
$ 8,000.00
Travel
$ 120.00
Subtotal
$ 8,120.00
4) Establish Forest Steward Program with Field Guide, recruit and train Stewards
Forterra staff
$100
80
$ 8,000.00
Travel
$ 120.00
Supplies /materials
$ 200.00
Subtotal
$ 8,320.00
5) Provide on -going support to Stewards
(Organize and run /assist FS with up to 10 volunteer restoration events, tracking
systems)
Forterra staff
$100
150
$ 15,000.00
Travel
$ 360.00
Supplies /materials (including plants, snacks, coffee for work parties)
$ 1,200.00
(2X) On -site Toolbox and full standard restoration hand tools for 15 -20 people
$ 3,600.00
Subtotal
$ 20,160.00
Total Establish Stewardship Program (Year two) $ 36,600.00
TOTAL Combined (Year One and Two): $ 100,000.00
Proposed Forterra Contribution
Proposed City of Tukwila Contribution
10K In Year One (2015- 2016), and 30K in Year Two (2016 -2017) $
Estimated additional city staff investment at 50-75 hours per year, depending on level of involvement
60,000.00
40,000.00
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City of Tukwila
6200 Southcenter Boulevard, Tukwila WA 98188
Contract Number: Attachment B
CONSULTANT AGREEMENT FOR
STEWARDSHIP SERVICES
THIS AGREEMENT is entered into between the City of Tukwila, Washington, hereinafter referred
to as "the City ", and Forterra, hereinafter referred to as "the Consultant ", in consideration of the
mutual benefits, terms, and conditions hereinafter specified.
1. Project Designation. The Consultant is retained by the City to perform Green City
Stewardship Plan Development and Implementation Recommendation services in connection
with the project titled Green Tukwila.
2. Scope of Services. The Consultant agrees to perform the services, identified on Exhibit "A"
attached hereto, including the provision of all labor, materials, equipment and supplies.
3. Duration of Agreement; Time for Performance. This Agreement shall be in full force and
effect for a period commencing upon execution and ending December 31, 2017, unless sooner
terminated under the provisions hereinafter specified. Work under this Agreement shall
commence upon written notice by the City to the Consultant to proceed. The Consultant shall
perform all services and provide all work product required pursuant to this Agreement no later
than December 31, 2017 unless an extension of such time is granted in writing by the City.
4. Payment. The Consultant shall be paid by the City for completed work and for services
rendered under this Agreement as follows:
A. Payment for the work provided by the Consultant shall be made as provided on Exhibit
"B" attached hereto, provided that the total amount of payment to the Consultant shall not
exceed $40,000 without express written modification of the Agreement signed by the
City.
B. The Consultant may submit vouchers to the City once per month during the progress of
the work for partial payment for that portion of the project completed to date. Such
vouchers will be checked by the City and, upon approval thereof, payment shall be made
to the Consultant in the amount approved.
C. Final payment of any balance due the Consultant of the total contract price earned will be
made promptly upon its ascertainment and verification by the City after the completion of
the work under this Agreement and its acceptance by the City.
D. Payment as provided in this section shall be full compensation for work performed,
services rendered, and for all materials, supplies, equipment and incidentals necessary to
complete the work.
E. The Consultant's records and accounts pertaining to this Agreement are to be kept
available for inspection by representatives of the City and the state of Washington for a
period of three (3) years after final payments. Copies shall be made available upon
request.
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5. Ownership and Use of Documents. All documents, drawings, specifications and other
materials produced by the Consultant in connection with the services rendered under this
Agreement shall be the property of the City whether the project for which they are made is
executed or not. The Consultant shall be permitted to retain copies, including reproducible
copies, of drawings and specifications for information, reference and use in connection with
the Consultant's endeavors. The Consultant shall not be responsible for any use of the said
documents, drawings, specifications or other materials by the City on any project other than
the project specified in this Agreement.
6. Compliance with Laws. The Consultant shall, in performing the services contemplated by
this Agreement, faithfully observe and comply with all federal, state, and local laws,
ordinances and regulations, applicable to the services rendered under this Agreement.
7. Indemnification. The Consultant shall defend, indemnify and hold the City, its officers,
officials, employees and volunteers harmless from any and all claims, injuries, damages,
losses or suits including attorney fees, arising out of or resulting from the acts, errors or
omissions of the Consultant in performance of this Agreement, except for injuries and
damages caused by the sole negligence of the City.
Should a court of competent jurisdiction determine that this Agreement is subject to RCW
4.24.115, then, in the event of liability for damages arising out of bodily injury to persons or
damages to property caused by or resulting from the concurrent negligence of the Consultant
and the City, its officers, officials, employees, and volunteers, the Consultant's liability
hereunder shall be only to the extent of the Consultant's negligence. It is further specifically
and expressly understood that the indemnification provided herein constitutes the Consultant's
waiver of immunity under Industrial Insurance, Title 51 RCW, solely for the purposes of this
indemnification. This waiver has been mutually negotiated by the parties. The provisions of
this section shall survive the expiration or termination of this Agreement.
8. Insurance. The Consultant shall procure and maintain for the duration of the Agreement,
insurance against claims for injuries to persons or damage to property which may arise from
or in connection with the performance of the work hereunder by the Consultant, its agents,
representatives, or employees. Consultant's maintenance of insurance as required by the
agreement shall not be construed to limit the liability of the Consultant to the coverage
provided by such insurance, or otherwise limit the City's recourse to any remedy available at
law or in equity.
A. Minimum Amounts and Scope of Insurance. Consultant shall obtain insurance of the
types and with the limits described below:
1. Automobile Liability insurance with a minimum combined single limit for bodily
injury and property damage of $1,000,000 per accident. Automobile Liability
insurance shall cover all owned, non- owned, hired and leased vehicles. Coverage
shall be written on Insurance Services Office (ISO) form CA 00 01 or a substitute
form providing equivalent liability coverage. If necessary, the policy shall be
endorsed to provide contractual liability coverage.
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2. Commercial General Liability insurance with limits no less than $1,000,000 each
occurrence, $2,000,000 general aggregate. Commercial General Liability
insurance shall be written on ISO occurrence form CG 00 01 and shall cover
liability arising from premises, operations, independent contractors and personal
injury and advertising injury. The City shall be named as an insured under the
Consultant's Commercial General Liability insurance policy with respect to the
work performed for the City.
3. Workers' Compensation coverage as required by the Industrial Insurance laws of
the State of Washington.
4. Professional Liability with limits no less than $1,000,000 per claim and
$1,000,000 policy aggregate limit. Professional Liability insurance shall be
appropriate to the Consultant's profession.
B. Other Insurance Provision. The Consultant's Automobile Liability and Commercial
General Liability insurance policies are to contain, or be endorsed to contain that they
shall be primary insurance with respect to the City. Any Insurance, self - insurance, or
insurance pool coverage maintained by the City shall be excess of the Consultant's
insurance and shall not be contributed or combined with it.
C. Acceptability of Insurers. Insurance is to be placed with insurers with a current A.M.
Best rating of not less than A:V1T.
D. Verification of Coverage. Consultant shall furnish the City with original certificates and
a copy of the amendatory endorsements, including but not necessarily limited to the
additional insured endorsement, evidencing the insurance' requirements of the Consultant
before commencement of the work. Certificates of coverage and endorsements as required
by this section shall be delivered to the City within fifteen (15) days of execution of this
Agreement.
E. Notice of Cancellation. The Consultant shall provide the City with written notice of any
policy cancellation, within two business days of their receipt of such notice.
F. Failure to Maintain Insurance. Failure on the part of the Consultant to maintain the
insurance as required shall constitute a material breach of contract, upon which the City
may, after giving five business days notice to the Consultant to correct the breach,
immediately terminate the contract or, at its discretion, procure or renew such insurance
and pay any and all premiums in connection therewith, with any sums so expended to be
repaid to the City on demand, or at the sole discretion of the City, offset against funds due
the Consultant from the City.
9. Independent Contractor. The Consultant and the City agree that the Consultant is an
independent contractor with respect to the services provided pursuant to this Agreement.
Nothing in this Agreement shall be considered to create the relationship of employer and
employee between the parties hereto. Neither the Consultant nor any employee of the
Consultant shall be entitled to any benefits accorded City employees by virtue of the services
provided under this Agreement. The City shall not be responsible for withholding or
otherwise deducting federal income tax or social security or for contributing to the state
industrial insurance program, otherwise assuming the duties of an employer with respect to
the Consultant, or any employee of the Consultant.
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10. Covenant Against Contingent Fees. The Consultant warrants that he has not employed or
retained any company or person, other than a bonafide employee working solely for the
Consultant, to solicit or secure this contract, and that he has not paid or agreed to pay any
company or person, other than a bonafide employee working solely for the Consultant, any
fee, commission, percentage, brokerage fee, gifts, or any other consideration contingent upon
or resulting from the award or making of this contract. For breach or violation of this warrant,
the City shall have the right to annul this contract without liability, or in its discretion to
deduct from the contract price or consideration, or otherwise recover, the full amount of such
fee, commission, percentage, brokerage fee, gift, or contingent fee.
11. Discrimination Prohibited. The Consultant, with regard to the work performed by it under
this Agreement, will not discriminate on the grounds of race, religion, creed, color, national
origin, age, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, political
affiliation or the presence of any disability in the selection and retention of employees or
procurement of materials or supplies.
12. Assignment. The Consultant shall not sublet or assign any of the services covered by this
Agreement without the express written consent of the City.
13. Non - Waiver. Waiver by the City of any provision of this Agreement or any time limitation
provided for in this Agreement shall not constitute a waiver of any other provision.
14. Termination.
A. The City reserves the right to terminate this Agreement at any time by giving ten (10)
days written notice to the Consultant.
B. In the event of the death of a member, partner or officer of the Consultant, or any of its
supervisory personnel assigned to the project, the surviving members of the Consultant
hereby agree to complete the work under the terms of this Agreement, if requested to do
so by the City. This section shall not be a bar to renegotiations of this Agreement
between surviving members of the Consultant and the City, if the City so chooses.
15. Applicable Law; Venue; Attorney's Fees. This Agreement shall be subject to, and the
Consultant shall at all times comply with, all applicable federal, state and local laws,
regulations, and rules, including the provisions of the City of Tukwila Municipal Code and
ordinances of the City of Tukwila. In the event any suit, arbitration, or other proceeding is
instituted to enforce any term of this Agreement, the parties specifically understand and agree
that venue shall be properly laid in King County, Washington. The prevailing party in any
such action shall be entitled to its attorney's fees and costs of suit. Venue for any action
arising from or related to this Agreement shall be exclusively in King County Superior Court.
16. Severability and Survival. If any term, condition or provision of this Agreement is declared
void or unenforceable or limited in its application or effect, such event shall not affect any
other provisions hereof and all other provisions shall remain fully enforceable. The provisions
of this Agreement, which by their sense and context are reasonably intended to survive the
completion, expiration or cancellation of this Agreement, shall survive termination of this
Agreement.
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17. Notices. Notices to the City of Tukwila shall be sent to the following address:
City Clerk
City of Tukwila
6200 Southcenter Boulevard
Tukwila, WA 98188
Notices to Consultant shall be sent to the following address:
18. Entire Agreement; Modification. This Agreement, together with attachments or addenda,
represents the entire and integrated Agreement between the City and the Consultant and
supersedes all prior negotiations, representations, or agreements written or oral. No
amendment or modification of this Agreement shall be of any force or effect unless it is in
writing and signed by the parties.
DATED this
CITY OF TUKWILA
Mayor, Jim Haggerton
day of , 20
CONSULTANT
By:
Printed Name:
Title:
Attest/Authenticated: Approved as to Form:
City Clerk, Christy O'Flaherty Office of the City Attorney
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FORT &R RA
Presented to City of Tukwila
By Forterra, July 2015
Narrative Scope of Services
Exhibit A — Scope of Services
Goal: Create a 20 -year restoration plan for the Green Tukwila Partnership, and establish a
cohesive volunteer and Forest Steward program for the long -term restoration, maintenance,
and stewardship of the City's parks and open spaces.
Forterra's responsibilities and deliverables:
Deliverable 1: Conduct forest assessment for Tukwila parks and open spaces.
• Work with City staff to finalize sites for inclusion in 20 -year restoration plan.
• Manage contract with local forest assessment professionals to conduct fieldwork on all
identified sites using the Forest Landscape Assessment Tool (FLAT).
• Produce current condition data sets for all sites.
• Produce maps for all Green Tukwila Partnership sites that depict current conditions.
Deliverable 2: Produce a 20 -year parks and open spaces restoration plan for the Green
Tukwila Partnership.
• Conduct City and community capacity assessment to determine available resources and
key contacts.
• Work with Community Connectors program to implement and conduct community
involvement strategy to gauge values, interest, and priorities surrounding parks and
open spaces.
• Incorporate baseline forest conditions with capacity assessment information and
community input into a comprehensive 20 -year plan for the Partnership. Plan will
include priority sites for on- the - ground work, best management practices, timeline,
estimated budget, and implementation strategies.
• Coordinate quarterly focus groups where City staff can discuss selected topics with staff
from other partnerships in the Green Cities Network.
Deliverable 3: Produce stewardship plans to begin implementation of the Green Tukwila
Partnership 20 -year plan and prepare for coordinated, on- the - ground restoration and
maintenance.
• Determine restoration priority areas and identify on a site map.
• Create initial goals for the site, and outline restoration activities needed.
• Identify primary invasive plants for removal and make a plan for volunteer work,
professional herbicide application, or other means as needed, including debris disposal.
• Plan for later -phase restoration as appropriate, including planting, plant establishment,
and long -term maintenance.
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FORT &RRA
Exhibit A — Scope of Services
• Make notes for volunteer management and community engagement, including access
points and facilities, neighborhood priorities, possible barriers or concerns, and ideas for
working with the public.
• Bring all of the above information together into an annual plan for the first year of
stewardship activities at two park sites, using the Green Cities Steward Annual Plan
Workbook.
Deliverable 4: Establish a Forest Steward program to support and empower volunteers willing
to take on a leadership role at a park of their choosing.
• Recruit at least 5 volunteers who will take a leadership role in coordinating restoration
efforts in targeted areas by becoming Forest Stewards.
• Plan and host Forest Steward orientation.
• Update existing Green Cities Network steward field guide for Tukwila and print 25
copies.
• Work with new Forest Stewards to develop their role and encourage supported
autonomy, including identifying interests and park projects.
• Respond to questions, address problems, and provide general support to Forest
Stewards.
• Provide access to workshops and training opportunities through the Green Cities
Network.
Deliverable 5: Provide on -going support to Forest Stewards to help participants achieve
success with their restoration projects and community engagement.
• Develop outreach kit including logo, text language, PowerPoint presentation, and event
flier.
• Help to recruit volunteers through digital outreach, tabling at local events, and word -of-
mouth.
• Conduct outreach presentations to or meet with at least 3 targeted community groups
or individual local leaders to discuss their potential participation in Green Tukwila.
• Create a database for tracking volunteers and restoration work.
• Host at least 5 forest restoration work parties in priority sites with community
volunteers.
• Update and manage volunteer and supporters email list quarterly.
• Email volunteer list with upcoming event information monthly.
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Presented to City of Tukwila
By Forterra, July 2015
Exhibit B — Payment Schedule /Budget
Goal: Create a 20 -year restoration plan for the Green Tukwila Partnership, and establish a
cohesive volunteer and Forest Steward program for the long -term restoration, maintenance,
and stewardship of the City's parks and open spaces.
Year
Deliverable
Rate
Hours
Value
Year One:
20 -Year Plan
1) Conduct forest assessment for Tukwila parks and open
spaces
Forterra PM staff
$100
20
$2,000.00
Forterra GIS staff
$125
40
$5,000.00
Travel
$100.00
Forestry Subconsultant - data collection /GIS*
$12,000.00
Subtotal
$19,100.00
'This amount will vary depending on land to be inventoried - $12,000 will cover approximately 400 acres, depending on
subdivision of Habitat Management Units.
2) Produce a 20 -year parks and open spaces restoration plan
for the Green Tukwila Partnership
Forterra staff
$100
340
$34,000.00
Travel
$100.00
Supplies /materials for public meeting
$200.00
Subconsultant - layout, design and copy editor
$8,000.00
Printing
$2,000.00
Subtotal
$44,300.00
Total Forest Assessment and 20 -year Plan (Year One)
$63,400.00
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FORT &RRA
Exhibit B — Payment Schedule /Budget
Year Two:
Establish Stewardship Program
3) Produce stewardship plans to begin implementation of
the Green Tukwila Partnership 20 -year plan and prepare for
coordinated, on- the - ground restoration and maintenance
$8,000.00
Forterra staff
$100
80
Travel
$120.00
Subtotal
$8,120.00
4) Establish a Forest Steward program to support and
empower volunteers willing to take on a leadership role at a
park of their choosing
Forterra staff
$100
80
$8,000.00
Travel
$120.00
Supplies /materials
$200.00
Subtotal
$8,320.00
5) Provide on -going support to Forest Stewards to help them
achieve success with their restoration projects and
community engagement
,
Forterra staff
$100
150
$15,000.00
Travel
$360.00
Supplies /materials (including plants, snacks, coffee for work
parties)
$1,200.00
(2X) On -site Toolbox and full standard restoration hand tools
for 15 -20 people
$3,600.00
Subtotal
$20,160.00
Total Establish Stewardship Program (Year two)
$36,600.00
TOTAL Combined (Year One and Two): $100,000.00
Proposed Forterra Contribution $60,000.00
Proposed City of Tukwila Contribution
10K in Year One (2015 -2016) , and 30K in Year Two (2016 -2017) $40,000.00
Estimated additional city staff investment at 50 -75 hours per year, depending on level of
involvement.
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