HomeMy WebLinkAbout10bi CB45 COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
TO: Mayor and Council
FROM: Adrian Torres
DEPARTMENT: Parks, Recreation & Library
DATE: October 6, 2025
SUBJECT:
CB 45 - IGA with Arapahoe County accepting an open space
grant in the amount of $500,000 for the Centennial Trail
Enhancement project
DESCRIPTION:
PRLG applied for a grant through Arapahoe County Open Space for $500,000 for the
Centennial Trail Enhancement project and was awarded the full amount on July 23, 2025. This
will include two new fishing docks, Storytime walk, informative signage, and solar lighting.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends Council approve an ordinance authorizing an Intergovernmental Agreement
(IGA) with Arapahoe County accepting an open space grant in the amount of $500,000 for the
Centennial Trail Enhancement project.
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION:
Council previously approved a support letter on April 7, 2025, to apply for the grant.
SUMMARY:
Parks, Recreation, Library, and Golf (PRLG) applied for a grant through Arapahoe County Open
Space (ACOS) for $500,000 for the Centennial Trail Enhancement project and was awarded the
full amount on July 23, 2025. This will include two new fishing docks, Storytime walk,
informative signage, and solar lighting.
ANALYSIS:
Design has been completed for Centennial Park improvements. The overall park plan calls for
two new accessible fishing docks, ten solar lights, twenty story time pedestals, five wildlife
informational signs, and a bird blind observation area. The maximum grant funding awarded for
this project is $500,000 with the other funding coming from ACOS Shareback Funds.
COUNCIL ACTION REQUESTED:
Staff recommends Council approve a bill for an ordinance authorizing an IGA with Arapahoe
County accepting an Arapahoe County Open Space grant in the amount of $500,000 for the
Centennial Trail Enhancement project.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:
Funding in the amount of $500,000 was awarded to the City of Englewood. Matching funds are
required for the grant award in the amount of $173,987.50.
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Matching funds are available and budgeted for in the 2025 Open Space Fund under the
following projects:
Grant matching (Project 10-1300-998): $173,987.50
CONNECTION TO STRATEGIC PLAN:
Safety - Protecting our citizens, infrastructure, and environment by providing a safe and
accessible park.
Infrastructure - Updating, improving, and investing in City's infrastructure.
Governance - Accountable, effective, and efficient with the funding that is provided for these
improvements.
ATTACHMENTS:
Contract Approval Summary Centennial
Award Letter - Centennial
IGA-Centennial Park_Redacted
CB #45 Ordinance Approving IGA with Arapahoe County for Open Space Grant
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ORDINANCE COUNCIL BILL NO. 45
NO. __ INTRODUCED BY COUNCIL
SERIES OF 2025 MEMBER ANDERSON
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY OF ENGLEWOOD AND ARAPAHOE COUNTY REGARDING A
2025 ARAPAHOE COUNTY OPEN SPACE PROGRAM GRANT FOR THE
CENTENNIAL PARK TRAIL ENHANCEMENTS PROJECT AND ACCEPTING GRANT
FUNDS.
WHEREAS, on November 2, 2021, the voters of Arapahoe County permanently
reauthorized a countywide sales and use tax to fund open space purposes, including grants to
municipalities for parks, trails, and recreational projects; and
WHEREAS, Arapahoe County, through its Open Space Program, has awarded the City of
Englewood (“City”) up to seventy-four percent (74%) of the total cost, not to exceed Five Hundred
Thousand Dollars ($500,000), for the Centennial Park Trail Enhancements project, contingent on
the City providing the remaining twenty-six percent (26%) of the total project cost; and
WHEREAS, the County and the City wish to set forth their respective rights and
obligations concerning the grant funding through an Intergovernmental Agreement; and
WHEREAS, Article XIV, Section 18 of the Colorado Constitution and C.R.S. § 29-1-203
authorize intergovernmental agreements between governmental entities; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that execution of the Agreement and acceptance of the
grant funds will serve the public interest by enhancing the City’s recreational infrastructure and
promoting public health and enjoyment of open space resources.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF ENGLEWOOD, COLORADO, AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The City Council of the City of Englewood, Colorado hereby approves the
Intergovernmental Agreement between the City of Englewood and the Board of County
Commissioners of Arapahoe County regarding the 2025 Arapahoe County Open Space Program
grant for the Centennial Park Trail Enhancements project, in substantially the form attached hereto
and incorporated herein by reference, and on file a copy with the Office of the City Clerk.
Section 2. The City Council of the City of Englewood, Colorado hereby accepts the award
of up to Five Hundred Thousand Dollars ($500,000) in grant funds from Arapahoe County Open
Space Program for the Centennial Park Trail Enhancements project, subject to the terms and
conditions set forth in the Agreement.
Section 3. General Provisions
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The following general provisions and findings are applicable to the interpretation and application
of this Ordinance:
A. Severability. If any clause, sentence, paragraph, or part of this Ordinance or the
application thereof to any person or circumstances shall for any reason be adjudged by a court of
competent jurisdiction invalid, such judgment shall not affect, impair or invalidate the remainder
of this Ordinance or its application to other persons or circumstances.
B. Inconsistent Ordinances. All other Ordinances or portions thereof inconsistent or
conflicting with this Ordinance or any portion hereof are hereby repealed to the extent of such
inconsistency or conflict.
C. Effect of repeal or modification. The repeal or modification of any provision of the
Code of the City of Englewood by this Ordinance shall not release, extinguish, alter, modify, or
change in whole or in part any penalty, forfeiture, or liability, either civil or criminal, which shall
have been incurred under such provision, and each provision shall be treated and held as still
remaining in force for the purposes of sustaining any and all proper actions, suits, proceedings,
and prosecutions for the enforcement of the penalty, forfeiture, or liability, as well as for the
purpose of sustaining any judgment, decree, or order which can or may be rendered, entered, or
made in such actions, suits, proceedings, or prosecutions.
D. Safety Clauses. The City Council hereby finds, determines, and declares that this
Ordinance is promulgated under the general police power of the City of Englewood, that it is
promulgated for the health, safety, and welfare of the public, and that this Ordinance is necessary
for the preservation of health and safety and for the protection of public convenience and welfare.
The City Council further determines that the Ordinance bears a rational relation to the proper
legislative object sought to be obtained. This Safety Clause is not intended to affect a Citizen right
to challenge this Ordinance through referendum pursuant to City of Englewood Charter 47.
E. Publication. Publication of this Ordinance may be by reference or in full in the
City’s official newspaper, the City’s official website, or both. Publication shall be effective upon
the first publication by either authorized method. Manuals, Municipal Code, contracts, and other
documents approved by reference in any Council Bill may be published by reference or in full
on the City’s official website; such documents shall be available at the City Clerk’s office and
in the City Council meeting agenda packet when the legislation was adopted.
F. Actions Authorized to Effectuate this Ordinance. The Mayor is hereby authorized
and directed to execute all documents necessary to effectuate the approval authorized by this
Ordinance, and the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to attest to such execution by the
Mayor where necessary. In the absence of the Mayor, the Mayor Pro Tem is hereby authorized to
execute the above-referenced documents. The execution of any documents by said officials shall
be conclusive evidence of the approval by the City of such documents in accordance with the terms
thereof and this Ordinance. City staff is further authorized to take additional actions as may be
necessary to implement the provisions of this Ordinance, including the expenditure of matching
funds as required, and has the authority to correct formatting and/or typographical errors.
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G. Enforcement. To the extent this ordinance establishes a required or prohibited
action punishable by law, unless otherwise specifically provided in Englewood Municipal Code
or applicable law, violations shall be subject to the General Penalty provisions contained within
EMC § 1-4-1.
Introduced and passed on first reading on the 15th day of September, 2025; and on second
reading, in identical form to the first reading, on the __ day of ______, 2025.
Othoniel Sierra, Mayor
ATTEST:
_________________________________
Stephanie Carlile, City Clerk
I, Stephanie Carlile, City Clerk of the City of Englewood, Colorado, hereby certify that the
above and foregoing is a true copy of an Ordinance, introduced and passed in identical form on
first and second reading on the dates indicated above; and published two days after each passage
on the City’s official website for at least thirty (30) days thereafter. The Ordinance shall become
effective thirty (30) days after first publication on the City’s official website.
Stephanie Carlile
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City of Englewood, Colorado
CONTRACT APPROVAL SUMMARY
Contract Number Arapahoe County Open Space Grant - Centennial Trail Enhancements
City Contact Information:
Staff Contact Person Adrian Torres Phone 303-762-2538
Title Open Space Manager Email atorres@englewoodco.gov
Summary of Terms:
Original Contract Amount $673,988 Start Date
Amendment Amount $-End Date
Amended Contract Amount $673,988 Total Term in Years
Renewal options available
Payment terms
(please describe terms or
attached schedule if based
on deliverables)
The grant has been awarded and reimbursement will be upon completion of the project.
Vendor Contact Information:
Name Arapahoe County Open Spaces Contact Sandra Bottoms
Address 6934 South Lima Street, Unit A Phone 303-921-5040
Email sbottoms@arapahoegov.com
Centennial CO 80112
City State Zip Code
Contract Type:
Please select from the drop down list IGA-Intergovernmental Agreement
Descripiton of Contract Work/Services
Approval of an ordinance authorizing an IGA with Arapahoe County accepting an open space grant in the amount of $500,000 for the Centennial Trail
Enhancements.
Procurement Justification of Contract Work/Services
Budget Authorization of Contract Work/Services
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Source of Funds:
CAPITAL ONLY Item A B C D 1=A-B-C-D
Capital Tyler New World Budgeted?Spent To Encumbrance Contract Budget
Operating Year Project # / Task #Fund Division Account Project Description YES / NO Budget Date (Outstanding PO)Amount Remaining
Capital 2025 Centennial Park Grant YES $500,000 $-$-$500,000
Capital 2025 10-1300-998 Matching Funds $173,988 $-$-$173,988
$-$-$-
$-$-$-
O $-$-$-$-$-
Total Current Year $673,988 $-$-$-$673,988
C $-$-$-$-$-
C $-$-$-$-$-
O $-$-$-$-$-
O $-$-$-$-$-
O $-$-$-$-$-
Total - Year Two $-$-$-$-$-
GRAND TOTAL $673,988 $-$-$-$673,988
NOTES/COMMENTS (if needed):
For Operating Line Item Detail, please review information provided in OpenGov
For Capital Items, please review Prior Month's Project Status and Fund Balance Report
Process for Choosing Contractor:
Solicitation Name and Number:
Attachment (For Capital Items Only / Expense Line Item Detail is Located in OpenGov):
All Other Attachments:
PLEASE NOTE:
City Council Approval Required for the following:
- Budgeted Contracts or Agreements greater than $250,000
- Non-Budgeted Contracts or Agreements greater than $125,000
Solicitation Evaluation Summary/Bid Tabulation Attached
Prior Month-End Project Status and Fund Balance Report
Evaluation Summary/Bid Tabulation AttachedEvaluation Summary/Bid Tabulation AttachedEvaluation Summary/Bid Tabulation Attached
Contract
Copy of Original Contract if this is an Amendment
Copies of Related Contracts/Conveyances/Documents
Addendum(s)
Exhibit(s)
Certificate of Insurance
City of Englewood, Colorado
CONTRACT APPROVAL SUMMARY
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July 22, 2025
Adrian Torres
City of Englewood
1000 Englewood Parkway
Englewood, CO 80110
Dear Adrian,
Arapahoe County Open Spaces is pleased to inform you that your recent Standard Grant application for
Centennial Park Trail Enhancements has been approved for funding in the amount of $500,000.
All grant awards are subject to the execution of an Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) between the
County and grantee. Please notify me if any information in the attached IGA needs to be corrected.
Please return the following documents via email to sbottoms@arapahoegov.com. Alternatively, you may
mail original documents to my attention at Arapahoe County Open Spaces, 6934 S. Lima Street, Suite A,
Centennial, CO 80112.
• A signed, dated, and attested copy of the IGA (grantee signatures only)
• A completed ACH Deposit Form or written confirmation that we have the grantee’s current
banking information
Upon receipt of the above, I will obtain County signatures and return a digital copy of the fully executed
IGA to you for your records. IGAs must be executed by all parties within 60 days of award notification.
Congratulations on your grant award! Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have questions.
Sincerely,
Sandy Bottoms
Grants Program Administrator
303-921-5041
sbottoms@arapahoegov.com
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INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT REGARDING
2025 GRANT OF ARAPAHOE COUNTY OPEN SPACE PROGRAM FUNDS
PROJECT NAME: CENTENNIAL PARK TRAIL ENHANCEMENTS
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
This Intergovernmental Agreement (“Agreement”) is made and entered into by and
between THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF THE COUNTY OF
ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO (“County”), and the CITY OF ENGLEWOOD, a
municipality and political subdivision of the State of Colorado (“Grantee”) (collectively “Parties”
and individually a “Party”).
RECITALS
A. On November 2, 2021, the voters of the County permanently reauthorized, until repeal,
a countywide sales and use tax to be deposited in the County Open Space Fund and
used for specified open space purposes as set forth in County Resolution No. 21-263
(“Open Space Resolution”).
B. The Open Space Resolution authorizes the County to award discretionary grants from
its Open Space Fund to municipalities and special districts, as more fully set forth in
the Open Space Resolution.
C. On July 22, 2025, the County approved by resolution the Grantee’s grant proposal for
the Centennial Park Trail Enhancements (“Grant Project”), which is attached as Exhibit
A, subject to the execution of an intergovernmental agreement.
D. This Agreement is authorized by Article XIV, Section 18 of the Colorado Constitution
and C.R.S. § 29-1-203.
AGREEMENT
NOW, THEREFORE, the County and the Grantee agree as follows:
1. Amount of Grant. The County awards the Grantee up to 74% of the total Grant Project
cost, not to exceed $500,000 (“Grant Funds”), from the County Open Space Fund. The
County’s contribution of the Grant Funds is contingent upon the Grantee contributing the
remaining 26% share of the total Grant Project cost. The Grantee is responsible for any
Grant Project costs in excess of the Grant Funds.
2. Use of Grant Funds. The Grantee agrees that it shall only use the Grant Funds for the Grant
Project as described in Exhibit A.
3. Disbursement of Grant Funds. The County shall pay the Grant Funds via ACH transfer to
the Grantee on a reimbursement basis upon receipt of the approved status report and
documentation of expenditures as required by this Agreement and no more often than bi-
annually. No more than 75% of the Grant Funds will be reimbursed prior to the final report
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approval. The final 25% of Grant Funds will be reimbursed following the Grant Project
inspection and review and approval of the final report and Grant Project deliverables.
4. Time for Use of Grant Funds. The Grantee agrees that the Grant Project will be completed
and the Grant Funds will be expended no later than September 30, 2027, unless the County
agrees in writing to a longer period of time. The Grantee understands and agrees that, if the
Grant Project cannot be completed by the deadline above or by the end of the agreed-upon
extension, the County may terminate the grant and this Agreement.
5. Interest on Grant Funds. The Grantee further agrees that, after receipt of the Grant Funds,
the Grantee will use any interest earned on the Grant Funds only for the Grant Project.
6. Administration of Grant Project. The Grantee shall be responsible for the direct supervision
and administration of the Grant Project. The County shall not be liable or responsible for
any cost overruns on the Grant Project, nor shall the County have any duty or obligation to
provide any additional funding for the Grant Project if the Grant Project cannot be
completed as described in Exhibit A. The Grantee also agrees to comply with all local,
state, and federal requirements while completing the Grant Project unless specifically
waived.
7. Grant Project Site Visits. Upon 24 hours’ written notice to the Grantee, the Grantee agrees
to allow the County to make site visits before, during, at the completion of, and/or after the
completion of the Grant Project.
8. Acknowledgement of County by Grantee. The Grantee agrees to acknowledge the County
as a contributor to the Grant Project in all publications, news releases, and other publicity
issued by the Grantee related to the Grant Project and agrees to allow the County to do the
same. If any events are planned in regard to the Grant Project, the County shall be
acknowledged as a contributor in the invitation to such events. The Grantee shall cooperate
with the County in preparing public information pieces, providing photos of the Grant
Project from time to time, and providing access to the Grant Project for publicity purposes.
Event information, event materials, and press release information related to the Grant
Project must be sent to the County Grants Program Administrator for review and filing.
9. Required Sign at Grant Project Site. The County agrees to provide a standard sign for the
Grant Project. The Grantee agrees to erect and permanently maintain at least one County
sign or a Grantee sign as described below in a publicly visible area in recognition of the
grant from the Arapahoe County Open Space Program. The sign shall be erected prior to
the completion of the Grant Project or its public opening, whichever is earlier. If the
Grantee wishes to use its own sign and design, the Grantee must submit the design and
wording to the County Grants Program Administrator for approval prior to manufacture
and/or installation of such sign.
10. Report Requirements. On or before January 31 and July 31 annually, the Grantee agrees to
provide the County with Grant Project Progress Reports that conform to the format
provided by the County. Each Grant Project Progress Report shall include supporting
financial documentation as requested in the form provided. Upon completion of the Grant
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Project, the Grantee also agrees to submit to the County a Final Report that conforms to
the format provided by the County; a final spreadsheet comparing the original budget to
actual expenses that demonstrates Grant Funds were used in compliance with the Open
Space Resolution; supporting financial documentation as requested in the County report
form; and high-resolution photographs of the progress and finished results of the Grant
Project. The Final Report shall be submitted within three months of Grant Project
completion, unless the County agrees in writing to a longer period of time. The County
shall be allowed to use information and images from these reports in publications, public
information updates, and on the County’s website.
11. Failure to Submit Required Reports. Upon written notice from the County’s Open Space
Grants Program Administrator informing the Grantee that it has failed to submit any
required status report and/or final report, the Grantee shall submit such reports to the
County’s Open Space Grants Program Administrator within 30 days, and, if it fails to do
so, the Grantee shall be deemed to be in violation of this Agreement.
12. Record-Keeping Requirements. The Grantee shall maintain a complete set of books and
records documenting its use of the Grant Funds and its supervision and administration of
the Grant Project. The County or any of its duly authorized representatives shall have
reasonable access to any books, documents, papers, and records of the Grantee that are
pertinent to the Grant Project for the purpose of making an audit, examination, or excerpts.
The Grantee shall keep all books, documents, papers, and records pertinent to the Grant
Project for a minimum of three years from the Grant Project completion date.
13. Changes to Grant Project. The Grantee agrees and understands that it must complete the
Grant Project as it is described in Exhibit A; the Grant Project may not be changed without
the County’s prior written approval. Proposed changes must be formally requested using
the applicable Grant Project Modification Form provided by the County. Changes may not
begin until the County has issued a written approval, which may also require the execution
of an amendment to this Agreement.
14. Maintenance. The Grantee agrees to assume responsibility for continuous maintenance and
public safety of open space lands, parks, trails, recreation facilities, amenities, signage, and
other projects funded by the Grant Funds for the useful life of the Grant Project and in
accordance with applicable product warranties and/or the generally accepted standards in
the parks and recreation community.
15. Change in Use. If the Grantee wishes to dispose of or sell the property purchased with the
Grant Funds or if the Grantee wishes to use the Grant Project or property improved or
purchased with the Grant Funds for purposes other than the purposes specified in
Exhibit A, the Grantee shall provide written notice to the County. The Grantee shall obtain
the County’s written consent and shall present the proposed disposition, sale, or change in
use in a public hearing and receive approval from its governing body prior to proceeding
with such disposition, sale, or change in use. The County, in its sole discretion, may require
the Grantee to make a partial or full refund to the County based on the amount of the Grant
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Funds, the value of the Grant Project, or the value of the property purchased with the Grant
Funds at the time of disposition, sale, or change in use.
16. Reimbursement of Grant Funds. The Grantee understands and agrees that the County may
require the Grantee to reimburse the County if any portion of the Grant Funds is not used
in accordance with its approved grant proposal and this Agreement.
17. Failure to Comply. Failure to comply with this Agreement shall result in default, and the
County in its sole discretion may determine the Grantee is ineligible for any future grants
until the violation is remedied or until such other time.
18. Remedies. The rights and remedies of the County as set forth in this Agreement shall not
be exclusive and are in addition to any other rights or remedies provided by law.
19. No Waiver of Rights. A waiver by either Party of the breach of any term or provision of
this Agreement shall not operate or be construed as a waiver of any subsequent breach by
either Party.
20. Relationship of the Parties. The Grantee shall perform all duties and obligations under this
Agreement as an independent contractor and shall not be deemed by virtue of this
Agreement to have entered into any partnership, joint venture, employer/employee, or
other relationship with the County.
21. No Third-Party Beneficiaries. Nothing in this Agreement shall give or allow any claim or
right of action whatsoever by any third party, including, but not limited to, any agents or
contractors of the Grantee.
22. Severability. The invalidity or unenforceability of any portion of this Agreement shall not
affect the validity or enforceability of any other portion or provision. Any invalid or
unenforceable portion or provision shall be deemed severed from this Agreement and, in such
event, the Parties shall negotiate in good faith to replace such invalidated provision in order
to carry out the intent of the Parties in entering into this Agreement.
23. Written Amendment Required. Except when the County issues a written approval
permitted under another provision of this Agreement, this Agreement may be amended,
modified, or changed, in whole or in part, only by written agreement duly authorized and
executed by the Parties.
24. Applicable Law and Venue. This Agreement shall be construed and enforced in accordance
with the laws of the State of Colorado. The venue for any legal action arising out of this
Agreement shall be in Arapahoe County District Court, pursuant to the appropriate rules
of civil procedure.
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25. Notices. Notices under this Agreement shall be sent to:
COUNTY: Arapahoe County Open Spaces
Grants Program Administrator
6934 S. Lima St., Unit A
Centennial, CO 80112
askopenspaces@arapahoegov.com
and
Arapahoe County Attorney
5334 South Prince Street
Littleton, CO 80120-1136
attorney@arapahoegov.com
GRANTEE: City of Englewood
1000 Englewood Parkway
Englewood, CO 80110
atorres@englewoodco.gov
26. Incorporation of Exhibits. Unless otherwise stated in this Agreement, any exhibits,
applications, resolutions, or other documents referenced in this Agreement shall be
incorporated by reference into this Agreement for all purposes. In the event of any conflicts
between this Agreement and any attached documents, this Agreement shall control.
27. Section Headings. The headings for any section of this Agreement are only for the
convenience and reference of the Parties and are not intended in any way to define, limit,
or describe the scope or intent of this Agreement.
28. Assignment. The rights, or any parts of this Agreement, granted to the Parties in this
Agreement may be assigned only with the prior written consent of the non-assigning Party.
29. Extent of Agreement. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement of the Parties
related to the Grant Project. The Parties agree that there have been no representations made
regarding the subject matter of this Agreement other than those, if any, contained in this
Agreement, and the various promises and covenants contained in this Agreement are
mutually agreed upon and are in consideration of one another.
30. Signatures. The signatories to this Agreement represent that they are fully authorized to
execute this Agreement and bind their respective entities.
31. Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in multiple counterparts, each of which
will be deemed to be an original and all of which taken together will constitute one and the
same agreement.
32. Effective Date. This Agreement will become effective on the date of the Grantee’s
signature (“Effective Date”).
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the County and the Grantee have executed this Agreement as
of the Effective Date.
ATTEST: CITY OF ENGLEWOOD
By: ____________________________ By: __________________________________
Name: Name:
Title: Title:
Date: ___________________
COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE
STATE OF COLORADO
By: __________________________________
Margina Pingenot, Director, Open Spaces
Pursuant to Resolution No. 25-078
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EXHIBIT A
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Adrian Torres City of Englewood
Printed On: 10 April 2025 2025 Standard and Small Grant Application 1
Centennial Park Trail Enhancements
2025 Standard and Small Grant Application
City of Englewood
Mr Adrian Torres M: 720-425-7953
Mr Adrian Torres
1000 Englewood Parkway
Englewood, CO 80110
atorres@englewoodco.gov
O: 303-762-2538
M: 720-425-7953
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Application Form
Application Summary
Primary Contact Information*
Please provide information for the primary contact for this project in the following format.
Agency:
Name:
Title:
Telephone:
Email:
City of Englewood
Adrian Torres
Open Space Manager
303-762-2538
atorres@englewoodco.gov
Grant Category*
Select One:
•Standard Grant: $150,001 - $600,000, requiring a minimum of 25% total project cost cash match
•Small Grant: $1,000 - $150,000, requiring a minimum of 10% total project cost cash match
Standard Grant
Project Type*
Select One:
•Trail Project: Trail/trailhead construction or improvement, including stream/road crossings and trailhead
amenities (such as parking or shelters); on-street trails and sidepaths for the purposes of (a) connecting
an isolated neighborhood or activity center to a park, trail, open space, or school, and (b) connecting to a
trail system included in a regional, County, or special district planning document
•Site Improvement Project: New construction, improvement, repair, or replacement of outdoor recreation
facilities or amenities (such as playgrounds, shelters, sports fields, restrooms, or interior trail connections)
•Environmental/Cultural Education Project: Eligible projects include outreach materials (such as printed
materials, video, or displays), installations (such as signage), or associated outdoor amenities (such as
shelters or native landscaping)
•Acquisition Project: Eligible projects include fee simple acquisition of land for public open space, parks, or
trails; or acquisition of a trail or conservation easement. Additional application materials are required.
Contact grants program staff to discuss projects in advance.
•Other Project: Other allowable projects include stream/habitat restoration, natural re-vegetation, and
water quality improvement. Contact grants program staff to discuss projects in advance.
Site Improvement Project
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Project Title*
Centennial Park Trail Enhancements
Project Address*
4630 S Decatur St, Englewood, CO 80110
Project Location*
Select a Jurisdiction or Unincorporated Arapahoe County:
Englewood
GPS Coordinates (Latitude in Decimal Degrees)*
Example: 39.5773033 (Dove Valley Regional Park)
39.632
GPS Coordinates (Longitude in Decimal Degrees)*
Example: -104.828850 (Dove Valley Regional Park)
105.022
Grant Request Amount*
$500,000.00
Cash Match Amount*
$173,988.00
Total Project Amount*
Total project amount includes grant request and cash match only. Please do not include in-kind match.
$673,988.00
Cash Match Percentage*
Calculate cash match as % of total project cost.
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Project Partners
List partner agencies if applicable.
Executive Summary*
Provide a brief summary highlighting key points of your proposal, such as project description, goals, need,
partnerships, etc.
This proposal focuses on improving the Centennial Park Trail to increase accessibility, engagement, and
sustainability. Key project elements include:
Two ADA Fishing Docks: To ensure that people of all abilities can enjoy fishing, two fully accessible fishing
docks will be added. A dock will be easily accessible from each of the larger Centennial Park parking lots. The
west dock was removed several years ago and was never replaced due to lack of funding. The south dock is in
poor shape and determined to be aging out.
Story Time Walk: A themed trail experience designed for families, with interactive story elements that engage
visitors, especially children, as they walk. Englewood Parks have a strong partnership with the Englewood
Public Library. The Children and Teen Librarian will be responsible for adding and changing the books
throughout the year. We will provide both English and Spanish versions of each book for the walk. The
library has a strong "Story time in the Parks" program that we'd love to build upon with this project.
Solar Lighting: Sustainable solar-powered lights will be installed along the trail, improving safety and
extending usable hours for visitors.
Wildlife Informative Signage: Educational signs will be placed along the trail to inform visitors about local
wildlife and environmental conservation efforts. City staff is seeing many migratorily birds return to
Centennial Park annually we'd like to educate the public on the different species that can be encountered at
Centennial.
The overall goal is to enhance the park's accessibility, promote outdoor education, and create a more
enjoyable and sustainable experience for all visitors.
Minimum Qualifications and Eligibility
Eligibility Question 1*
Please list your agency's ongoing Arapahoe County Open Spaces grant projects.
The City of Englewood is in good standings with Arapahoe County Open Space. The past 15 years, Englewood
has provided all required reporting documents (progress and final reports) per the grant agreement
according to the time schedule.
Past ACOS projects include park and open space improvements for Romans Park, Jason Park, Rotolo Park,
Northwest Greenbelt, Bates Logan, and Belleview Park. For more than 19 years, the City has proven their
capacity to complete capital projects.
Englewood has two open projects with Arapahoe County Open Spaces. Bates Logan renovation project Phase
2 and Phase 3. Phase 2 started in March of 2024, and includes a new playground and basketball court. Phase 3
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started in January of 2025 and includes a new bike park, bocce ball courts, and new irrigation. Both projects
are on track and within budget. Englewood is planning a grand opening for both phases for Summer of 2025.
Eligibility Question 2*
How does this project align with the Arapahoe County Open Spaces Master Plan, Arapahoe County Bicycle and
Pedestrian Master Plan, an agency master plan, or other approved planning documents?
Please refer to the current Arapahoe County Open Spaces Master Plan adopted in June 2021. Plans are available
on the ACOS website.
This project aligns with the following ACOS Master Plan Objectives:
Objective 1: Provide Equitable Access to Nature
Two (2) ADA Fishing Docks ensures nature-based recreation opportunities for all residents and the diverse
population access to parks, trails and open spaces.
The Story Time Walk promotes environmental education and serves the community as a gathering spaces for
cultural activities.
Objective 2: Maintain Ecosystem Health and Resilience
Wildlife Informative Signage will provide a strong appreciation for natural areas as well as educational
opportunities.
Objective 5: Ensure the Future of the Arapahoe County Open Spaces Program
The entire project will improve accessibility, promote outdoor education and a more sustainable experience
for all.
The Solar Lighting will provide sustainable solar-powered lights along the trail, improving safety and
extending the usable hours for visitors.
The Story Time Walk promotes environmental education and serves the community as a gathering spaces for
cultural activities.
The Wildlife Informative Signage will provide a strong appreciation for natural areas as well as educational
opportunities for residents and visitors
Eligibility Question 3*
How does this project address specific objectives in the Arapahoe County Open Space Resolution #21-263?
Please note that this resolution replaces the previous Open Space Resolutions #030381/110637. The resolution is
available on the ACOS website.
The proposed project aligns with the current objectives of the Arapahoe County Open Space Resolution #21-
263.
f. to acquire and/or improve lands for neighborhood and regional parks, sports fields, dog parks, and other
active and passive outdoor recreation purposes;
The project will enhance the visitors experience, improve safety, accessibility for all park users, and improve
ADA fishing access. Improvements made by this project will enhance the outdoor experience while
encouraging users of all ages to engage in outdoor activities.
The Solar Lighting will provide sustainable solar-powered lights along the trail, improving safety and
extending the usable hours for visitors.
With the Two (2) ADA Fishing Docks ensures nature-based recreation opportunities for all residents and the
diverse population access to parks, trails and open spaces supported throughout Arapahoe County.
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The Story Time Walk promotes environmental education and serves the community as a gathering spaces for
cultural activities.
The Wildlife Informative Signage will provide a strong appreciation for natural areas as well as educational
opportunities for residents and visitors
Certification and Authorized Signature Form*
Please attach completed Certification and Authorized Signature Form as a PDF document. Form must be signed by
highest authority in agency or authorized individual. Forms are available on the ACOS website.
Please name your file as follows: Applicant_SignatureForm.pdf
Englewood_SignatureForm.pdf
Project Timeline
Project Timeline Form*
Please attach completed Project Timeline Form as a PDF document. Forms are available on the ACOS website.
Please name your file as follows: Applicant_TimelineForm.pdf
Englewood_TimelineForm.pdf
Project Budget
Budget Narrative*
Provide a clear and concise budget narrative. Include details about expenses in each budget category, justification
for any unusual line items, and an explanation of how you arrived at these estimates. Include amount and sources
of matching funds.
Site: General Requirements: $16,237.50 (Clear and grub, construction fencing, traffic control, mobilization)
Electrical: Site Lighting $120,000 (10, Solar light poles)
Landscaping: Site Construction: $373,625 (2 ADA fishing docks, lake wayside enhancements)
Landscaping: Signage: $60,000 (5 informational wildlife signage, 20 story time walk pedestals, pathway
distance markers)
Landscaping: Site Furnishing & Amenities: $69,400 (shelter refurbishing, bird blind, viewing scopes, picnic
tables, trash receptacles)
Landscaping: Planting: $30,725 (35 8' coniferous trees, soil prep and sod)
Landscaping: Irrigation: $4,000 (extend existing irrigation system to new trees)
The total project budget is $673,987.50 and the City of Englewood's request is for $500,000 from Arapahoe
County Open Spaces Grant Program. The City of Englewood has committed and secured $173,987.50
reflecting a 26% cash match using ACOS Shareback funds. The City of Englewood will be responsible for any
overages associated with the project costs.
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Budget Forms*
Please attach completed Summary Budget Form and Detailed Expense Budget Form as a single PDF
document. Forms are available on the ACOS website.
Please name your file as follows: Applicant_BudgetForms.pdf
Englewood_BudetForms.pdf
Project Narrative
Question 1*
Describe the project goals, scope, and expected results. Describe project elements, including useful life. Discuss
the current condition of the project site and the improvements that are proposed. Discuss how this project
improves access to the outdoors, connectivity, and/or educational opportunities.
The Englewood Parks and Recreation Department dates back to 1949, when a group of interested citizens
organized a Citizen Recreation Council (CRC) and began providing some basic recreation activities to the
community. A joint effort between the City of Englewood, the Englewood School District, and the United Way,
the CRC has enjoyed a strong alliance with the school district for the use of school facilities that has continued
to the present. In 1960, the City assumed responsibility for the Recreation Activity Program and created a
Parks and Recreation Commission to advise City Council in matters pertaining to parks and recreation.
Englewood’s park facilities initially consisted of one 23.5-acre city park. However, the park was poorly
located for many in the community with a number of barriers to cross, including US 285, railway lines, and
Santa Fe Drive. In 1965 the citizens voted to sell the park to a shopping mall developer and Cinderella City
was built on that location. City officials took advantage of the money received from the sale, along with other
federal funding, to purchase 123.8 acres of additional parkland spread throughout the community. The
Englewood Parks Department currently oversee 230 acres with 17 dedicated parks.
Centennial Park, Englewood's largest park at 46.7 acres was expanded in 2001 add athletic fields, restroom
facilities, and trail connections to the Centennial Lake Trail Loop and the Mary Carter Greenway Trail. The
expansion project was the result of partnerships and support from the Colorado Rockies, City of Sheridan,
South Suburban Parks and Recreation District, Mile High Flood District, All Souls Catholic School, Arapahoe
County, Englewood Youth Sports Association and the Colorado Conservation Trust Fund. The project goals
were to develop needed athletic fields, enhance access to Centennial Lake and the South Platte River
including trail head parking and access to the Mary Carter Greenway Trail.
The 2006, Englewood Parks and Recreation Master Plan cited the need for reconstruction of the asphalt
portion of the Centennial Park Trail Loop. In 2011, the City of Englewood was awarded an Arapahoe County
Open Space Grant in the amount of $237,100 to complete the Centennial Park Trail Loop Renovation project.
The project included replacing the aging asphalt trail, added landscaping around the small pond, a waterfall,
benches, educational kiosks, lake shore stabilization, and better ADA fishing access to Centennial Lake.
This proposal focuses on improving the Centennial Park Trail to increase accessibility, engagement, and
sustainability.
Key project elements include:
Two ADA Fishing Docks: To ensure that people of all abilities can enjoy fishing, two fully accessible fishing
docks will be added. A dock will be easily accessible from each of the larger Centennial Park parking lots. The
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west dock was removed several years ago and was never replaced due to lack of funding. The south dock is in
poor shape and need of replacing.
Story Time Walk: A themed trail experience designed for families, with interactive story elements that engage
visitors, especially children, as they walk. We have a strong partnership with the Englewood Public Library.
The Children and Teen Librarian will be responsible for adding and changing the books throughout the year.
We will provide both English and Spanish versions of each book for the walk. We have a strong "Story time in
the Parks" program that we'd love to build upon with this project. The story walk will be located on the west
side of the lake adjacent to the path. It will be approximately 500 feet in length and will connect both parking
lots. The City of Englewood is unique in the south metro region as one of the only cities with its own library.
The Library just finished community engagement to develop a strategic plan and this would meet the need of
many users.
Solar Lighting: Sustainable solar-powered lights will be installed along the trail, improving safety and
extending usable hours for visitors. Sustainability is a huge part of the City's strategic plan and becoming
more sustainable is one of the City's goals. This would help meet that city goal for the department.
Wildlife Informative Signage: Educational signs will be placed along the trail to inform visitors about local
wildlife and environmental conservation efforts. We are seeing many migratorily birds return to Centennial
Park annually we'd like to educate the public on the different species that can be encountered at Centennial.
Design Concepts will be designing the sign in conjunction with our Code Enforcement and Parks
Departments.
The overall goal is to enhance the park's accessibility, promote outdoor education, and create a more
enjoyable and sustainable experience for all visitors.
Question 2*
Describe the community/neighborhood and user groups the project will serve. Discuss the type of users (children,
families, seniors, sports leagues, etc.), and estimate the number of users that will benefit annually. How did you
arrive at this estimate? Describe how this project will address inclusivity per Americans with Disabilities Act
guidelines.
Community support letters are encouraged; include up to five in the Attachments section.
Centennial Park is used by Englewood residents that live close to the park as well as within the neighboring
communities. Additionally, county wide users visit the park for athletic programs and visit the park to fish
the Colorado Parks and Wildlife stock the pond with trout several times a year. Park users include families,
children, young adults, adults, and seniors that might be running, walking, fishing, playing, dog walking,
playing numerous sports and activities for all ages, and enjoying being outdoors within an urban
environment. Many park users live within one-half mile walking distance of the park. Over the last year
Centennial Park has had approximately 161,000 visits from over 56,000 visitors with an average dwell time
of 85 minutes. (Data provided by Placer Labs Inc.) Centennial Park is also used as a Trailhead for the Mary
Carter Greenway trail.
Two ADA Fishing Docks: To ensure that people of all abilities can enjoy fishing, two fully accessible fishing
docks will be added. A dock will be easily accessible from each of the larger Centennial Park parking lots. The
themed story walk will be ADA accessible along the path enhancing the experience for all users.
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Question 3*
Discuss the need and urgency for this project. Is this part of a multiphase project? If so, describe the work already
completed and plans for future phases. What opportunities will be lost if this project or phase is not funded now?
The City completed a Parks Master Plan update (2023) which identifies priorities and actions to be used as a
guide by elected and appointed officials, and city staff. The recommendations are based on the findings that
include the need for budget-friendly renovations, meeting current recreation trends and demographics,
improving/completing new park amenities.
According to the 2017 Parks Master Plan, nearly 40% of Englewood’s residents polled were not satisfied with
the community’s park playgrounds, pavilions, restrooms, basketball courts, and other park amenities. The
City’s assessment is this poor/fair rating is due to age, wear, limited use, broken, inaccessibility and
uninviting older playgrounds, restrooms, and pavilions. Centennial Park Trail is in much need of some
refreshing and unique amenities.
The need for the Centennial Trail Enhancement Project will allow more diverse visitors and residents to
access the fishing docks as well as provide educational opportunities via the Story Time Walk.
With the proposed solar lighting, it will provide more access to the park and provide needed safety measures
within the community.
New signage will provide additional educational opportunities along the trail to inform visitors about local
wildlife and environmental conservation efforts. Many migratorily birds return to Centennial Park annually
and this is an opportunity to educate the community about different species encountered at the park.
The City of Englewood has secured $173,987.50 in matching funds (26% of total project) for this project.
However, if this project is delayed, the matching funds may be reallocated to another project. We do not want
to miss the opportunity to complete the proposed project since we are shovel ready. A delay in park
improvements would impact the neighboring communities by limiting recreational and outdoor needs as well
as limiting safe and accessible use.
Importantly, development costs continue to rise, and the City’s budgets are challenged to keep up with this
inflation. This project is ready to begin construction in November 2025 and complete the project within one
year.
Question 4*
Summarize any planning completed prior to submitting this grant proposal. Is design and engineering complete?
Does the project necessitate a zoning change? List any permits or approvals that need to be obtained (county or
city planning, stormwater, federal 404 permit, etc.) and their status.
Include any time needed for these efforts in the Project Timeline. Planning costs incurred up to 6 months prior to
application submission may be eligible for inclusion in match with prior approval from grants program staff.
The design and construction plans for this project have been completed and the firm Design Concepts has
provided designs, electrical engineering, and budget estimates.
The Centennial Park Trial Enhancements project will require a building permit from the City of Englewood
which will be secured by the construction contractor at a minimal cost. A review of the improvement project
was conducted by Englewood's Development Review team. The DRT is comprised of City staff from various
departments for the purpose of reviewing projects within the City and provides recommendations based on
impacts to those departments and City Code Regulations. No further revisions or changes were
recommended. There is no zoning, storm water, or federal 404 changes required for this project.
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Question 5*
Describe how the project will be completed within the required two-year timeframe. Discuss the agency's capacity
to complete the project, including project management, resources, and experience implementing similar projects.
This description should match the Project Timeline.
The city has retained a consultant to provide conceptual plans. Based on these, the park is in final design. If
the grant is approved by ACOS, the construction process will begin in November 2025 and be completed in its
entirety by December 2026. City employees will provide project management. The project will go through a
competitive solicitation process per the City’s procurement policy and charter; the process is planned for Fall
2025. This process ensures a fair and transparent process for contractors as well as ensures funding is
utilized in the most efficient manner.
Soliciting contractors, project bidding, ordering materials, and site preparation is estimated to take four
months. The city will work closely with the contractor to complete the proposed projects within a 13-month
time frame with a completion date of December 2026. We have successfully completed multiple ACOS
projects on time and within budget. Our past ACOS projects include park and open space improvements for
Romans Park, Jason Park, Rotolo Park, Northwest Greenbelt, Bates Logan, and Belleview Park. For more than
19 years, the City has proven their capacity to complete capital projects.
Question 6*
Summarize any efforts to obtain public input, disseminate information to the public, develop partnerships, and
garner community support for this project. Evidence of a transparent public process will be required. List the
stakeholders that are involved. Discuss any known or anticipated opposition to this project and how this will be
addressed.
If applicable, include letters, petitions, or other documents evidencing opposition in the Attachments section.
The Centennial Park Trail Enhancements was presented to the Parks and Recreation Commission after the
city survey and updated master plan. Per the master plan, recommendations for the Park include:
• Add more signs. The Wildlife Informative Signage will provide a strong appreciation for natural areas as
well as educational opportunities for residents and visitors
• Provide access to lake edge - the Two (2) ADA Fishing Docks ensures nature-based recreation
opportunities for all residents.
• Add picnic tables along walks, lake edge and existing south pier. The proposal doesn’t include benches,
but includes the Story Time Walk additions. The Story Time Walk promotes environmental education for the
community.
The enhancements do not fulfill all the necessary renovations at Centennial Park, they will provide visitor and
resident improvements to create opportunities for the diverse population which utilizes the facility.
Question 7*
How much of your cash match is secured? If applicable, what are your plans for securing additional funds?
Describe cash and in-kind match partnerships established for this project.
Include partner support letters in the Attachments section and include cash match from partners on the Budget
Forms. Grant recipients are responsible for cost overruns.
The City of Englewood has secured $173,987.50 cash match for this project. $173,987.50 has been budgeted
for the 2025 City of Englewood's Open Space Fund. The Open Space Fund is funded from Arapahoe County
Open Space sales tax. In 2003 Arapahoe County voters approved a quarter-of-a- penny sales and use tax to
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pay for the preservation of open space, protect lands, preserve water quality, and provide, maintain, and
improve neighborhood parks, sports fields, picnic facilities, and trails.
Question 8*
Describe any scenic, historic, or cultural values associated with the project site. Will they be impacted, preserved,
or restored? Discuss natural resources at the site (habitat, water, wildlife, vegetation, etc.) and impacts to these
resources as a result of this project. If applicable, discuss environmental sustainability benefits of this project
(energy or water conservation, water quality improvement, etc.).
The Centennial Park Trial Enhancement Project will result in little or no impact on the natural resources in
the area because this is an existing park site. There are no native ecosystems that will be impacted by this
project and no mitigation is required. Predominant wildlife species include red fox squirrel, rabbit, skunk,
raccoon, red fox, coyote, and various bird species typical in the urban/suburban setting.
Many migratorily birds return to Centennial Park annually and this is an opportunity to educate the
community about different species encountered at the park. The migratory birds will not be impacted by the
project, it will enhance the educational opportunities for the community via the new signage opportunities.
There are no scenic, historic, or cultural values associated with this project.
Question 9*
Discuss ownership and legal access at the proposed project site. Detail any third-party rights, easements, or other
encumbrances that exist and their effect on the project.
Provide supporting documentation showing ownership, legal access, and/or permission from landowner in the
Attachments section.
The City of Englewood owns the property designated for the proposed project. During construction, the crews
will not need to access any other land/property owner for right-of-way. All construction access will be on
City of Englewood's property. The project site is maintained as open space/park land.
Question 10*
Describe long-term plans for maintaining the project. Who will be responsible for maintenance? Estimate annual
costs to maintain the project site and explain how maintaining the site will affect the responsible agency’s budget.
The City of Englewood Parks Department will continue to maintain the park including the new amenities. The
current trail is already maintained and budgeted within the Parks Department, the new trail will continue to
be maintained and budgeted within the Parks Department and there will be no additional effects to the
budget with these improvements.
Importantly, a decrease in the maintenance budget is anticipated since the amenities will be new and require
limited maintenance. The original amenities currently require more time, funding, and attention to maintain.
Specifically, the current floating dock is in poor condition and requires intense maintenance and repair
annually to keep it operational.
The City of Englewood will manage and complete the ongoing and long-term maintenance of the park
including litter control, vandalism repairs, repair and maintenance. Funding for Centennial Park Trial has
been budgeted for maintenance in the 2025 Parks General Fund Budget. Again, it is likely that maintenance
costs will decrease because the costs to maintain the older infrastructure continue to rise.
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Attachments
Attachment 1: Evidence of Support from Highest Authority*
Please attach evidence of support from the agency's highest authority (official letter or resolution) as a PDF
document. At a minimum, this document must include: project title, amount of grant funds requested, statement
that matching funds are secured and/or efforts to secure funds are underway (include the amount of matching
funds committed), and certification that the project will be open to the public or serve a public purpose upon
completion. A sample resolution is available on the ACOS website.
Please name your file as follows: Applicant_SupportHighestAuthority.pdf
Englewood_SupportHighestAuthority.pdf
Attachment 2: Evidence of Community Support*
Please attach up to 5 letters of support from users, working groups, community members, volunteers, schools, etc.
as a single PDF document. Letters should be specific to the project and dated within the last 6 months.
Please name your file as follows: Applicant_CommunitySupport.pdf
Englewood_CommunitySupport.pdf
Attachment 3: Documentation of Opposition*
Please attach documentation of opposition to the project (such as letters, petitions, articles, etc.) as a single PDF
document. If there is no known opposition, please attach a page stating that this section is not applicable.
Please name your file as follows: Applicant_Opposition.pdf
Englewood_Opposition.pdf
Attachment 4: Evidence of Commitment from Project Partners*
Please attach evidence of commitment from project partners (such as partner support letters, commitment to
provide cash/in-kind match, or maintenance agreements) as a single PDF document. There is no maximum
allowable number of partner support letters. If there are no partners for this project, please attach a page stating
that this section is not applicable.
Please name your file as follows: Applicant_PartnerCommitments.pdf
Englewood_PartnerCommitments.pdf
Attachment 5: Primary Project Photo*
Please attach one high resolution photo in JPG format. Please choose the photo that provides the best overall
representation of your project. This photo will be used for presentations and/or publications.
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Please name your file as follows: Applicant_PrimaryPhoto.jpg
Englewood_PrimaryPhoto.jpg
Attachment 6: Photos*
Please attach photos of existing conditions at the project site (including captions) as a single PDF document.
Include conceptual drawings if applicable.
Please name your file as follows: Applicant_Photos.pdf
Englewood_Photos.pdf
Attachment 7: Maps*
Please attach a site map and a vicinity map as a single PDF document.
Please name your file as follows: Applicant_Maps.pdf
Englewood_Maps.pdf
Attachment 8: Site Visit Form*
Please attach a completed site visit form as a PDF document. Forms are available on the ACOS website.
Please name your file as follows: Applicant_SiteVisitForm.pdf
Englewood_SiteVisitForm.pdf
Attachment 9: Evidence of Property Ownership/Access*
Please attach evidence of property ownership/legal access (ArapaMAP parcel information, title commitment, etc.)
as a PDF document.
Please name your file as follows: Applicant_EvidenceofOwnership.pdf
Englewood_EvidenceofOwnership.pdf
Attachment 10: Other Attachments
Please attach additional supporting documentation (news articles, cost estimates, etc.) as a single PDF document.
Please name your file as follows: Applicant_OtherAttachments.pdf
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Confirmation
Please click the "I Agree" button below to certify that your application is complete and ready to submit. Once
submitted, applications are final and cannot be returned.*
I agree
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File Attachment Summary
Applicant File Uploads
• Englewood_SignatureForm.pdf
• Englewood_TimelineForm.pdf
• Englewood_BudetForms.pdf
• Englewood_SupportHighestAuthority.pdf
• Englewood_CommunitySupport.pdf
• Englewood_Opposition.pdf
• Englewood_PartnerCommitments.pdf
• Englewood_PrimaryPhoto.jpg
• Englewood_Photos.pdf
• Englewood_Maps.pdf
• Englewood_SiteVisitForm.pdf
• Englewood_EvidenceofOwnership.pdf
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Project Timeline Form
Open Space Grant Application 1.3.2025
Applicant: City of Englewood________________ Project Title: Centennial Park Trail Enhancements
Use the sample timeline below as a guide to complete your proposed project timeline. Rows or columns
may be added as necessary to incorporate any milestones specific to your project. Timeline must be
detailed, realistic, and coincide with details provided in the narrative portion of the grant application.
Timeline must conclude within two years of project start date.
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Budget Line Item Detail ACOS Grantee Partner TOTAL
Budget Description Grant Cash Match Cash Match
General Requirements Mobilization and General Conditions $16,237.50 $16,237.50
Electrical: Site Lighting Solar lights (10)$120,000.00 $120,000.00
Landscape: Site Construction New floating fishing dock (2)$355,000.00 $355,000.00
Landscape: Site Construction Lake wayside enhancements $17,500.00 $17,500.00
Landscape: Site Construction 5' wide crusher fines path, 4" depth for bird blind $1,125.00 $1,125.00
Landscape: Signage Informational wildlife signage (5)$25,000.00 $25,000.00
Landscape: Signage Story walk signage (20)$20,000.00 $20,000.00
Landscape: Signage Distance marker sandblasting and painting $15,000.00 $15,000.00
Landscape: Site Furnishing Shelter refurbishment $15,000.00 $15,000.00
Landscape: Site Furnishing Bird Blind, to match aesthetic of signage $7,500.00 $2,500.00 $10,000.00
Landscape: Site Furnishing Viewing scope, rotating model (3)$18,000.00 $18,000.00
Landscape: Site Furnishing Picnic Tables (5)$15,000.00 $15,000.00
Landscape: Site Furnishing Trash receptables (6)$11,400.00 $11,400.00
Landscape: Planting Trees coniferous and soil prep (35)$30,725.00 $30,725.00
Landscape: Irrigation Extend Irrigation system $4,000.00 $4,000.00
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Arapahoe County Open Spaces Grant 8/1/2025 $500,000 $500,000
Applicant Cash Match $173,988 $173,988
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Total Project Cost:$673,987.50
Cash Match % Required:25%
Cash Match % Budgeted:26%
Cash Match Amount Required:$168,496.88
Cash Match Amount Budgeted:$173,987.50
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Arapahoe County Open Spaces
Open Space and Trails Advisory Board
6934 South Lima St., Unit A
Centennial, Colorado 80112
Dear Open Space and Trails Advisory Board,
Administration
4810 E. County Line Rd.
Littleton, CO 80126
303.798.5131
South Suburban Parks and Recreation provides park and recreation services within Arapahoe County to the
City of Centennial (west of 1-25), City of Littleton, City of Sheridan, Town of Bow Mar, Town on Columbine
Valley and residents in the western unincorporated county. South Suburban is also responsible for the
development, maintenance, and operation of the Mary Carter Greenway Trail. A portion of this regional trail is
in Englewood. The City of Englewood's Centennial Park is an important amenity for the Mary Carter Greenway
/ South Platte River corridor.
South Suburban supports the City of Englewood's proposed Centennial Park Trail Enhancement Project.
Centennial Park serves as a trailhead for the Mary Carter Greenway Trail. The planned improvements will
benefit community park and regional trail users providing places to relax, fish, exercise and play.
The proposed ADA fishing dock, solar lighting, bird blind, rotating viewing scopes, informational wildlife
signage, and story time walk will bring unique amenities that are not currently offered in Englewood and will
bring exciting new opportunities to the community. This project will also address concerns about safety,
aesthetic quality, and lack of ADA accessibility at the park.
South Suburban encourages the Arapahoe County Open Space Program to fund the Centennial Park Trail
Enhancement project. The project will significantly benefit local and county wide visitors.
Sincerely,
Pam Eller
Chair, South Suburban Board of Directors
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1000 Englewood Parkway
Englewood, CO 80110
303.762.2300
www.englewoodco.gov
1000 Englewood Parkway | Englewood, Colorado 80110 | 303.762.2310 | www.englewoodco.gov
Documentation of Opposition
There is no known opposition to this project.
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1000 Englewood Parkway
Englewood, CO 80110
303.762.2300
www.englewoodco.gov
1000 Englewood Parkway | Englewood, Colorado 80110 | 303.762.2310 | www.englewoodco.gov
Evidence of Commitment from Project Partners
This section is not applicable.
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A ll drawings and written material
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Site Visit Form
Open Space Grant Application 1.3.2024
City of Englewood Standard Grant – Trail Project
Applicant Grant Category
Centennial Park Trail Enhancements
Title of Grant Project
Adrian Torres atorres@englewoodco.gov 720-425-7953
Site Visit Representative Name Site Visit Representative Email and Cell Phone #
cell # will be used to contact you on site visit day if
necessary (running late, weather issues, etc.)
1. Please provide the project address or the closest major intersection.
4630 S Decatur St, Englewood, CO 80110 (S Decatur St and Federal Blvd)
2. Specify a meeting location at the project site.
Park in the parking lot north of the playground and ballfield.
3. Provide other helpful information, for example parking instructions, availability of restrooms on site
or nearby, necessary walking from parking to site, or other clarification. Driving directions from the
ACOS office (6934 S. Lima St., Centennial) are not required, but may be included if the site is difficult to
find.
Restrooms are available. The trail around the lake is just under 1 mile. Most of the trail is visible from
the parking lot.
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