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HomeMy WebLinkAboutC24-418 Great Outdoors Colorado_grant agreement
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GRANT AGREEMENT
Project Name: Completion of the Eagle Valley Trail
Project Completion Date: March 31, 2026
Contract Number: 24838
PARTIES TO AGREEMENT
Board/GOCO: The State Board of the Great Outdoors Colorado Trust Fund
Address: 1900 Grant Street, Suite 725, Denver, CO 80203
E-mail Address: lkahler@goco.org
Contact Name: Leah Kahler
Telephone: 303.226.4533
Grantee: Eagle County
Address 500 Broadway
P.O. Box 850, Eagle, Colorado 81631
E-mail Address kevin.sharkey@eaglecounty.us
Contact Name: Kevin Sharkey
Contact’s Phone: (970) 328-3523
Date: April 5, 2024
EXHIBITS
Exhibit A Project Summary
Exhibit B Resolution
Exhibit C Approved Budget
Exhibit D Due Diligence Checklist (if applicable) OR Intergovernmental (or other)
Agreement (if applicable)
Exhibit E Special Terms (if applicable)
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RECITALS
A. The State Board of the Great Outdoors Colorado Trust Fund (“GOCO” or “Board”) is a
political subdivision of the State of Colorado, created by Article XXVII of the Colorado
Constitution, adopted at the November 1992 General Election, which article appropriates a
portion of the net proceeds of the Colorado Lottery to GOCO and directs GOCO to invest those
proceeds in the state’s parks, wildlife, open space, and recreational resources.
B. GOCO created grant programs pursuant to which eligible entities can apply for grants for
a variety of outdoor projects. Grantee or Grantees listed above ('Grantee') submitted a detailed
project application ('Project Application') that contemplates the execution of the project (the
'Project') entitled above and described in GOCO’s project summary ('Project Summary'),
attached and incorporated as Exhibit A.
C. GOCO approved Grantee’s Project Application, which is incorporated into this
Agreement by reference, on March 15, 2024, subject to the execution of a detailed grant
agreement. GOCO and Grantee each have on file a copy of the Project Application.
D. The parties intend this Grant Agreement (this “Agreement”) to be the detailed grant
agreement required by GOCO.
AGREEMENT
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the parties’ mutual covenants contained in this
Agreement and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are
hereby acknowledged, the parties agree as follows:
SECTION 1 – PROJECT
1. Incorporation of Recitals. The Recitals set forth above are incorporated into this
Agreement.
2. Representations and Warranties of Grantee. Grantee is a Government, duly organized in
accordance with the laws of Colorado and has full and lawful authority to enter into, and comply
with the terms of, this Agreement. Grantee’s governing body has authorized entering into this
Agreement as evidenced by the resolution attached and incorporated as Exhibit B.
3. Grant and Project. GOCO awards to Grantee a grant in the amount not to exceed
$7,000,000.00 (“Grant”), subject to the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement. The
Grant shall be used by Grantee solely to complete the Project as approved by GOCO and as
described in the Project Application and the Project Summary. In the event of a conflict between
the Project Application and the Project Summary, the parties shall resolve the conflict by mutual
agreement.
4. Project Scope. Grantee shall not materially modify the Project without the prior written
consent of the Executive Director of GOCO (“Executive Director”) or the Executive Director’s
designee, such approval to be in GOCO’s sole discretion. Any material modification to the
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Project undertaken without GOCO’s prior written consent shall be deemed a breach of this
Agreement, entitling GOCO to all remedies available under this Agreement. As provided in
Paragraph 15 of this Agreement, if Grantee determines with reasonable probability that the
Project will not or cannot be completed as described in the Project Application and the Project
Summary, Grantee shall promptly notify GOCO and shall cooperate with GOCO in good faith to
seek a resolution before any further funds are disbursed.
5. Grantee Efforts. Grantee agrees to use its best efforts to complete the Project in a timely
fashion and consistent with this Agreement described in the Project Application and the Project
Summary.
6. Approved Budget. Grantee has completed a detailed budget that reflects anticipated
sources and uses of funds for the Project, including an accounting of Grantee’s anticipated costs
associated with elements of the Project, a copy of which is attached and incorporated as
Exhibit C (“Budget”). Eligible costs are described in Paragraph 9 of this Agreement. The Project
Application contains a budget that may not match the Budget attached as Exhibit C and which,
therefore, the parties shall not rely upon. Where discrepancies exist, the Budget in Exhibit C
shall control unless the Executive Director or the Executive Director’s designee approves an
updated version of the Budget in writing. Any such updated version of the Budget shall replace
the version of the Budget in Exhibit C.
7. Waiver. Prior to the disbursement of funds, the Executive Director in their discretion may
waive certain conditions set forth in this Agreement. Anything else to the contrary
notwithstanding, the exercise by GOCO staff (“Staff”), the Executive Director, or GOCO of any
right or discretion reserved to them under this Agreement shall not be deemed a waiver.
Furthermore, no waiver by them under this Agreement shall constitute a waiver of any other
requirements, actions, or conditions, nor shall any waiver granted be deemed a continuing
waiver. No waiver by the Staff, the Executive Director, or GOCO shall be effective unless in
writing executed by them. Additionally, any failure by the Staff, the Executive Director, or
GOCO to take any actions as set forth in this Agreement shall have no legal effect on the
contractual duties of Grantee. Further, no waiver with respect to this Project, Grant, or
Agreement shall constitute a waiver in any other GOCO-funded project.
8. Future Funding. This Agreement and the Grant only apply to the Project specifically
described in this Agreement. GOCO makes no representations regarding future funding for
future phases of the Project, whether or not described in the Project Application, Project
Summary, or otherwise.
SECTION 2 – GRANT PAYMENT
9. Eligible Costs. The Grant and all matching funds, whether cash or in-kind, shall be used
only for eligible expenses approved by GOCO in the Budget; these costs are eligible for
reimbursement on the basis of costs actually incurred by Grantee. If the Project includes a
property acquisition, which may include acquisition of a fee simple interest or any type of
easement, the purchase price of the property may not exceed the fair market value of the property
as established by an appraisal.
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10. Payment of Grant.
A. General Terms. Payment of the Grant is subject to the Project being completed
with no material modifications made, except as otherwise consented to in advance by GOCO in
accordance with this Agreement. The Grant will not be increased, but GOCO may reduce the
Grant if the Project changes in any way that GOCO deems material. It is the sole responsibility
of Grantee to inform GOCO of, and receive GOCO’s written consent to, any material
modifications to the Project. GOCO strongly encourages Grantee to contact GOCO in writing
when it becomes aware of or wishes to make any modifications, however seemingly minor, to
the Project.
B. Specific Terms. GOCO strongly encourages Grantee to communicate with GOCO
Staff at project commencement to determine a payment schedule, especially if Grantee requires
an advance payment (as defined below). For capital construction, planning, stewardship, and
capacity projects GOCO will issue payment as follows:
i. Advanced Payment. Grantee may opt to receive a portion of the Grant
prior to starting and completing work on the project ('Advanced Payment'). Grantee may request
a single Advanced Payment of up to 75% of the grant amount upon execution of this Agreement
and after providing to GOCO an advanced payment request detailing secured contracts and
quotes included in the GOCO-approved Project scope. The Advanced Payment must be
submitted using GOCO’s Advanced Payment Request form (available at www.goco.org or by
contacting GOCO). GOCO may, in its discretion, request additional documentation to support
making an Advanced Payment.
Annually, at the end of GOCO’s fiscal year which concludes on June 30, GOCO
will conduct an audit of all expenditures made by the Grantee using GOCO advanced payment
funds during the year (July 1 – June 30). This may include requests for any invoices, receipts,
billing statements evidence of payment, or other supporting materials relating to the receipt and
use of GOCO funds by Grantee or third-party beneficiaries. The Grantee agrees to provide
GOCO materials requested as part of any such review by July 15. GOCO shall provide the
parties written notification if such review indicates deficiencies, errors, or other issues with
money previously advanced. The parties agree to confer in good faith within 30 days of receipt
of any notifications to achieve a resolution, as appropriate.
ii. Progress Payment. Grantee may opt to receive a portion of the Grant after
starting but prior to completing work on the Project ('Progress Payment'). GOCO will issue a
maximum of one (1) Advanced Payment or Progress Payment per calendar year (unless an
alternative payment schedule is agreed to in writing by GOCO staff). Grantee shall provide
GOCO with a progress report detailing expenditures and progress made to date ('Progress
Report'). The Progress Report must be submitted using GOCO’s Progress Report form (available
at www.goco.org or by contacting GOCO). GOCO may, in its discretion, request additional
documentation to support making a Progress Payment. Progress Payments shall not exceed 75%
of the Grant.
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iii. Final Payment. Grantee shall submit a final report to GOCO detailing the
accomplishments of and expenditures related to the Project and its completion (‘Final Report’).
The Project is ‘complete’ when all improvements or activities included in the GOCO-approved
Project scope have been built and are ready for their intended use. The Final Report must be
submitted using GOCO’s Final Report form (available at www.goco.org or by contacting
GOCO). GOCO may, in its discretion, request additional documentation before its approval of
the contents of the Final Report. Upon GOCO’s review and approval of the Final Report, GOCO
shall pay the outstanding balance on the Grant (‘Final Payment’), subject to any reductions
contemplated by any provision of this Agreement.
iv. Waivers of Liens and Claims. GOCO may, in its discretion, depending on
the nature of the Project, require documentation of mechanics’ lien waivers or waivers of claims
to public project performance bonds as a precondition to any disbursement under this
Agreement.
11. Net Lottery Proceeds. Payment of the Grant is subject to GOCO’s determination in its
sole discretion that it has received and has available sufficient net lottery proceeds to fund the
Grant and that Grantee has complied with this Agreement, including Grantee’s fulfillment of all
conditions precedent to funding. In determining the sufficiency of net lottery proceeds, GOCO
may consider all facts and circumstances as it deems necessary or desirable, including but not
limited to adequate reserves, funding requirements, and/or commitments for other past, current,
and future grants, and past, current, and future GOCO operating expenses and budgetary needs.
12. GOCO Review. GOCO shall have 30 days to review any progress or final report or other
request and respond to Grantee, unless the Grant or portion thereof is for a property acquisition
where grant reports are deemed inapplicable.
13. Withdrawal of GOCO Funding; Termination of Agreement. Anything in this Agreement
to the contrary notwithstanding, with prior notice to Grantee, GOCO reserves the right to
withhold or withdraw all or a portion of the Grant, to require a full or partial refund of the Grant,
and/or to terminate this Agreement if GOCO determines in its sole discretion that:
A. Altered Expectations. Facts have arisen or situations have occurred that
fundamentally alter the expectations of the parties or make the purposes for the Project or the
Grant presented in the Project Application and described in the Project Summary infeasible or
impractical;
B. Material Project Changes. Material changes in the scope or nature of the Project
have occurred from that which was presented in the Project Application, and reflected in the
Project Summary, without prior written approval of the Executive Director or the Executive
Director’s designee;
C. Inaccuracies. Any statement or representation made or information provided by
Grantee in the Project Application, this Agreement, grant report documents, due diligence
materials, or otherwise is untrue, inaccurate, or incomplete in any material respect;
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D. Reporting. Grant reports (if applicable) or due diligence materials (if applicable)
are not acceptable to GOCO;
E. Conditions Precedent Not Fulfilled or Unsatisfactory. Any of the conditions
precedent to funding listed in Section 3 below is not fulfilled by Grantee or is unsatisfactory to
GOCO, in its sole discretion;
F. Delays. The Project will not or cannot be completed by the Completion Date, as
defined below, or any extensions granted, or delays in the implementation of the Project have
occurred that make the Project impracticable in the Board’s judgment; or
G. Costs. The Project will not or cannot be completed within the Budget including
such modifications to the Budget as have been approved in writing by GOCO.
SECTION 3 – CONDITIONS PRECEDENT
14. Completion Date. Grantee shall complete the Project no later than March 31, 2026
(“Completion Date”). Grantee may request an extension of the Completion Date in compliance
with GOCO’s policies and procedures, as such policies and procedures may be amended from
time to time by GOCO in its sole discretion. GOCO may elect to terminate this Agreement and
deauthorize the Grant in the event the Completion Date is not met and/or Grantee fails to comply
with GOCO’s extension procedures.
15. Grantee’s Inability to Complete Project. If Grantee determines with reasonable
probability that the Project will not or cannot be completed as approved by GOCO, Grantee will
promptly advise GOCO in writing. Upon written request by Grantee, as a possible alternative to
termination of the Grant, GOCO may consider funding an alternative project scope. Any
alternative scope must meet GOCO eligibility requirements and applicable policies and
procedures must be approved by GOCO in writing, and shall be subject to this Agreement and
incorporated herein.
16. Conditions Precedent to Funding. Anything else in this Agreement or otherwise to the
contrary notwithstanding, the Grant is expressly conditioned upon Grantee’s fulfillment of all
terms and conditions of this Agreement to GOCO’s satisfaction in its sole discretion, including
but not limited to the following:
A. Matching Funds. Matching funds in the minimum amount required by GOCO
policy or procedure, or as modified and approved in compliance with GOCO procedures, must
have been received by Grantee, or Grantee must have disclosed the status of Grantee’s efforts to
secure matching funding to the Staff and such efforts must have been deemed satisfactory by
Staff. Grantee shall provide evidence of matching funds as GOCO may require in its reasonable
discretion.
B. GOCO Policies and Procedures. The Project must comply with all of GOCO’s
policies and procedures, which may be amended from time to time by GOCO in its sole
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discretion, and must meet any special Board conditions as listed in the attached Project Summary
(Exhibit A).
SECTION 4 – OTHER PROVISIONS
17. Additional Terms for Certain Grants. If the Grant is a stewardship grant, a capital
construction grant, and/or a grant that is made to acquire an interest in real property the special
terms attached and incorporated as Exhibit E shall apply to the Grant.
18. Publicity and Project Information. GOCO has the right and must be provided the
opportunity to use information gained from the Project; therefore, Grantee shall acknowledge
GOCO funding in all news releases and other publicity issued by Grantee concerning the Project.
If any events are planned in relationship to the Project, GOCO shall be acknowledged as a
contributor in the invitation for the event. GOCO shall be notified of any such events 30 days in
advance. Grantee shall cooperate with GOCO in preparing public information pieces, providing
access to the property for publicity purposes (to the extent allowed by the landowner if the
Project entails a conservation easement on a privately-owned property), and providing photos or
other imagery of the Project from time to time, which GOCO reserves the right to use and
duplicate in any print or electronic publication or platform for publicity, illustration, advertising,
web content, and other purposes at any time without the need to seek pre-approval from Grantee.
To the extent practicable, Grantee shall give timely notice of the Project, its inauguration,
significance, and completion to the local members of the Colorado General Assembly and
members of the board of county commissioners of the county or counties in which the Project is
located, as well as to other appropriate public officials. At no time shall Grantee represent in any
manner to the public or to any party that it is affiliated with GOCO or acting on behalf of GOCO.
19. Signage. Grantee shall erect one or more permanent signs at a prominent and visible
location approved by GOCO on the Project site identifying the Project to the public and
acknowledging the assistance of Great Outdoors Colorado and the Colorado Lottery. The
signage shall be erected unless GOCO approves a waiver requested by the Grantee. GOCO will
provide such signs at no cost to Grantee. Alternatively, GOCO will provide reproducible samples
of its logo to Grantee for custom signs. GOCO must approve in advance the design of any
permanent sign materially varying from the signs provided by GOCO. To obtain such approval,
Grantee shall submit to GOCO plans describing the number, design, placement, and wording of
signs and placards prior to their placement.
20. Liability.
A. Liability. To the extent allowed by law, Grantee shall be responsible for any and
all liabilities, claims, demands, damages, or costs (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) resulting
from, growing out of, or in any way connected with or incident to Grantee’s performance of this
Agreement (with the exception of potential claims between GOCO and Grantee relating to
performance of this Agreement). Grantee agrees that GOCO shall not be liable or responsible
for any such liabilities resulting from, growing out of, or in any way connected with or incident
to Grantee’s performance of this Agreement. Grantee waives any and all rights to any right of
contribution from the State of Colorado, GOCO, its members, officers, agents, or employees for
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any liability resulting from, growing out of, or in any way connected with or incident to this
Agreement.
B. No CGIA Waiver. No term or condition of this Agreement shall be construed or
interpreted as a waiver, either express or implied, of any of the immunities, rights, benefits or
protections provided to GOCO under the Colorado Governmental Immunity Act as amended or
as may be amended in the future (including without limitation any amendments to such statute,
or under any similar statute that is subsequently enacted) (“CGIA”). This provision may apply to
Grantee if Grantee qualifies for protection under the Colorado Governmental Immunity Act,
C.R.S. § 24-10-101, et seq. GOCO and Grantee understand and agree that liability for claims for
injuries to persons or property arising out of the negligence of GOCO, its members, officials,
agents, and employees may be controlled and/or limited by the provisions of the CGIA. The
parties agree that no provision of this Agreement shall be construed in such a manner as to
reduce the extent to which the CGIA limits the liability of GOCO, its members, officers, agents,
and employees.
C. Compliance with Regulatory Requirements and Federal and State Mandates.
Grantee assumes responsibility for compliance with all regulatory requirements in all applicable
areas, including but not limited to nondiscrimination; worker safety; local labor preferences;
preferred vendor programs; equal employment opportunity; use of competitive bidding; permits;
approvals; local, state, and federal regulations and environmental laws; and other similar
requirements. To the maximum extent permitted by law, Grantee agrees to indemnify, defend,
and hold harmless GOCO, Executive Director, and Staff from any cost, expense, or liability for
any failure to comply with any such applicable requirements.
D. Nondiscrimination. During the performance of this Agreement, Grantee and its
contractors, subcontractors, and agents shall not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or
applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical
handicap, medical condition, marital status, age, sex, or any other basis prohibited by local, state,
or federal law. Grantee and its contractors shall ensure that the evaluation and treatment of their
employees and applicants for employment are free of such discrimination. Further, Grantee and
anyone acting on behalf of Grantee shall not engage in any unlawful discrimination in permitting
access to and use of the Project.
21. Audits and Accounting Records. Grantee shall maintain standard financial accounts,
documents, and records relating to any expenses incurred for the Project. Grantee shall retain the
accounts, documents, and records related to the Project for five years following the date of
Project completion (“Record Retention Period”). If there is any pending litigation, claim, or
ongoing audit related to the Project that commences before but exceeds the five-year Record
Retention Period and GOCO provides notice to Grantee, Grantee shall retain the accounts,
documents, and records related to the Project until the litigation, claim, or ongoing audit
concludes. The accounts, documents, and records related to the Project shall be subject to
examination and audit by GOCO or its designated agent during this period. All accounts,
documents, and records described in this paragraph shall be kept in accordance with generally
accepted accounting principles.
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22. Breach. In addition to other remedies that may be provided in this Agreement or that may
be available at law or in equity, in the event that Grantee breaches any of the terms or conditions
of this Agreement, GOCO shall have the following non-exclusive remedies:
A. Prior to Payment of Grant. GOCO reserves the right to withdraw funding,
terminate this Agreement, and/or deny Grantee eligibility for participation in future GOCO
grants, loans, or projects.
B. After Any Payment of Grant. GOCO reserves the right to seek specific
performance of Grantee’s obligations under this Agreement; receive reimbursement in full of any
disbursements made under the Grant, including if Grantee does not fulfill its obligations to
operate, manage, and/or maintain a capital improvement due to lack of annual appropriations (if
applicable); and/or deny Grantee eligibility for participation in future GOCO grants, loans, or
projects. GOCO has the right to disallow costs and recover funds based on audits, litigation,
claims or other review made within the Record Retention Period.
In the event GOCO must pursue any remedy under this Agreement and is the substantially
prevailing party, GOCO shall be awarded its costs and reasonable legal fees, including costs of
collection.
23. GOCO Policies and Procedures. Grantee acknowledges it has received a copy of the
GOCO policies and procedures or otherwise has access to applicable policies and procedures of
GOCO in connection with this Agreement and is familiar with their requirements.
24. Miscellaneous Provisions.
A. Good Faith. The parties have an obligation of good faith, including the obligation
to make timely communication of information that may reasonably be believed to be of interest
to all other parties.
B. Assignment. Grantee may not assign its rights or delegate its obligations under
this Agreement without the express written consent of the Executive Director or the Executive
Director’s designee, who has the sole discretion to withhold consent to assign. Any assignment
shall require that, at a minimum, the assignee is eligible to receive grants from the Board, or
otherwise receives express permission from the Board to act as assignee, and assumes Grantee’s
ongoing obligations under this Agreement.
C. Applicable Law. Colorado law applies to the interpretation and enforcement of
this Agreement. Venue for any dispute under this Agreement shall lie exclusively in the state
courts of the City and County of Denver.
D. No Joint Venture. Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed to create a joint
venture, partnership, employer/employee, or other relationship between the parties other than
independent contracting parties. Except as permitted under the remedies provisions of this
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Agreement, no party shall have the express or implied right to act for, on behalf of, or in the
name of any other party.
E. Status of Grantee. The parties acknowledge that GOCO lacks the power and right
to direct the actions of Grantee. Grantee acts in its separate capacity and not as an officer,
employee, or agent of GOCO.
F. Time is of the Essence. Time is of the essence in this Agreement.
G. Survival. The terms and conditions of this Agreement, including but not limited to
Grantee’s obligations, shall survive the funding of the Grant and the completion of the Project.
H. Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in one or more counterparts, each
of which shall be an original, but all of which when taken together shall constitute one
agreement. In addition, the parties agree to recognize signatures to this Agreement made
electronically and transmitted electronically or by facsimile as if they were original signatures.
I. Third-Party Beneficiary. GOCO and Grantee acknowledge and agree that this
Agreement is intended only to cover the relative rights and obligations between GOCO and
Grantee and that no third-party beneficiaries are intended. Notwithstanding the preceding
statement, GOCO and Grantee acknowledge that: (1) GOCO is intended to be and is a third-party
beneficiary of any real property covenants and terms of any use restriction and real property
interest in any use restriction that GOCO funds and (2) in some circumstances a third party may
benefit from this Agreement if the Grantee assigns the Project or if a third party will hold a use
restriction.
J. Notice. Any notice, demand, request, consent, approval, or communication that
any party desires or is required to give shall be in writing and shall be deemed to have been
given to the other party when (a) hand-delivered; (b) sent by e-mail to the e-mail address listed
on Page 1 of this Agreement (with a copy of such notice delivered by hand or deposited in the
United States mail (registered or certified mail, postage prepaid, return receipt requested) or by
reputable delivery service (return receipt or delivery tracking requested)); or (c) sent by a
nationally-recognized overnight courier service to the street address listed on Page 1 of this
Agreement.
K. Construction; Severability. The parties have reviewed this Agreement, and
therefore any rules of construction requiring that ambiguities be resolved against a particular
party shall not be applicable in the construction and interpretation of this Agreement. If any
provision in this Agreement is found to be ambiguous, an interpretation consistent with the
purpose of this Agreement that would render the provision valid shall be favored over any
interpretation that would render it invalid. If any provision of this Agreement is declared void or
unenforceable, it shall be deemed severed from this Agreement, and the balance of this
Agreement shall otherwise remain in full force and effect.
L. Entire Agreement. Except as expressly provided, this Agreement constitutes the
entire agreement of the parties. No oral understanding or agreement not incorporated in this
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Agreement shall be binding upon the parties. No changes to this Agreement shall be valid unless
made in writing and signed by the parties to this Agreement.
M. Termination of the Board. If Article XXVII of the Colorado Constitution, which
established GOCO, is amended or repealed to terminate GOCO or merge GOCO into another
entity, the rights and obligations of GOCO under this Agreement shall be assigned to and
assumed by such other entity as provided by law, but, in the absence of such direction, by the
Colorado Department of Natural Resources or its successor.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties by signature below of their authorized representatives
execute this Agreement effective as of _________________.
STATE BOARD OF THE GREAT GRANTEE:
OUTDOORS COLORADO TRUST FUND COUNTY OF EAGLE, STATE OF
COLORADO By and Through Its
BOARD OF COUNTY COMISSIONERS
By: ___________________ By: ____________________
Jackie Miller Matt Scherr
Executive Director Chair
GOCO Program Staff: Attest:
_______________________ ________________________
Leah Kahler Regina O’Brien
Grants Officer Clerk to the Board
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EXHIBIT A
Project Summary
Funding will help Eagle County complete the last 7.5 miles of the 63-mile Eagle Valley Trail
(EVT), which runs from the top of Vail Pass to Glenwood Canyon. The finished trail will
connect over 140 miles of additional regional trail systems in nearby Summit, Pitkin, and
Garfield counties. Once completed, users will be able to hike, run, or ride from Breckenridge to
Aspen without crossing a highway. One of the projects identified in former Governor
Hickenlooper’s “16 in 16” vision, the trail will bolster Colorado's unique recreation
opportunities, driving tourism and enhancing quality of life. The Eagle Valley Trail is a central
component of a larger statewide trail network that will eventually connect communities on
Colorado’s Front Range and Western Slope.
In addition to its statewide significance, the Eagle Valley Trail offers numerous benefits to local
communities. The corridor will connect to over 2,100 affordable housing units and 15 schools
throughout the valley, expanding community access to recreational opportunities, the Eagle
River and protected open space, and local businesses. It will also connect to over 50 bus stops
along the corridor.
Construction of the final trail segment will begin in 2024, with a grand opening in late 2025.
Completion of the full trail has been a top priority of the Eagle Valley community for nearly
three decades. The final 7.5-mile segment is one of the most difficult engineering feats of the
entire trail corridor – traversing steep riverbanks, narrow rights-of-ways, ditches, and highway
infrastructure. The broad range of collaborative partnerships, diverse funding, and 28-year
construction campaign point to the significance of this project for the community and the State of
Colorado.
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EXHIBIT B
Resolution
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Commissioner scherr moved adoption
of the following Resolution:
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
COUNTY OF EAGLE, STATE OF COLORADO
RESOLUTION NO.2023 - 068
RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE GRANT APPLICATION FOR A CENTENNIAL
CAPITAL PROJECTS GRANT FROM THE STATE BOARD OF THE GREAT
OUTDOORS COLORADO TRUST FUND FOR COMPLETION OF THE EAGLE
VALLEY TRAIL IN EAGLE,COLORADO
WHEREAS,the Eagle County Board of County Commissioners(hereinafter the"Board")
strongly supports the Great Outdoors Colorado grant application to assist in funding the
completion of the Eagle Valley Trail in Eagle County, Colorado(the"Project"); and
WHEREAS, Eagle County has requested $8,000,000 from Great Outdoors Colorado to
assist in funding the completion of the Project; and
WHEREAS,if the grant is awarded,the Board supports the completion of the Project;and
WHEREAS, if a grant is awarded, the Board desires to authorize the Chair to sign the
grant agreement with Great Outdoors Colorado in a form acceptable to the Eagle County
Attorney's Office.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of
the County of Eagle, State of Colorado:
THAT, the Board strongly supports the grant application for the Project with Great
Outdoors Colorado.
THAT, if this grant is awarded,the Board strongly supports the fulfillment of the Project.
THAT, if the grant is awarded, the Board hereby authorizes the Chair to sign the grant
agreement with Great Outdoors Colorado in a form acceptable to the Eagle County Attorney's
Office.
THAT,if the grant is awarded,the Board authorizes the expenditure of funds necessary to
meet the terms and obligations of the grant agreement.
THAT, the Board hereby finds, determines and declares that this Resolution is necessary
for the public health, safety and welfare of the residents of County of Eagle, State of Colorado.
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Exhibit B
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MOVED,READ AND ADOPTED by the Board of County Commissioners of the County
of Eagle, State of Colorado, at its regular meeting held the 14th day of November, 2023.
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Commissioner McQueeney seconded adoption of the foregoing resolution. The roll having
been called, the vote was as follows:
Commissioner Chandler-Henry Aye
Commissioner Scherr Aye
Commissioner McQueeney Aye
This resolution passed by a 3/0 vote of the Board of County Commissioners of the
County of Eagle, State of Colorado.
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EXHIBIT C
Approved Budget
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Date Secured GOCO Funds Matching Funds
$7,000,000.00
$14,700,000.00
Eagle County (from other funds)$1,000,000.00
$2,000,000.00
$2,000,000.00
$1,000,000.00
$435,000.00
$435,000.00
$35,000.00
$100,000.00
$267,000.00
$500,000.00
subtotal $7,000,000.00 $22,472,000.00
TOTAL SOURCE OF FUNDS $29,472,000.00
Use of Funds (CASH)GOCO Funds Matching Funds Total Funding
Removals and Resets $150,757.40 $150,757.40
General Contractor TBD
Earthwork $761,250.00 $1,925,168.27 $2,686,418.27
General Contractor TBD
Erosion Control, Stormwater and Revegetation $258,125.00 $538,670.58 $796,795.58
General Contractor TBD
Asphalt and Base $695,625.00 $1,651,332.62 $2,346,957.62
General Contractor TBD
Fixtures, Fencing, Barriers $43,750.00 $191,633.94 $235,383.94
General Contractor TBD
Irrigation and Stormwater $78,750.00 $1,105,145.68 $1,183,895.68
General Contractor TBD
Bridges and Tunnels $2,581,250.00 $1,242,299.21 $3,823,549.21
General Contractor TBD
Retaining Wall and Handrail $2,581,250.00 $10,612,416.65 $13,193,666.65
General Contractor TBD
Traffic Control $418,770.54 $418,770.54
General Contractor TBD
Mobilization, Operations $1,565,929.63 $1,565,929.63
General Contractor TBD
Other $3,069,875.48 $3,069,875.48
General Contractor TBD
subtotal $7,000,000.00 $22,472,000.00 $29,472,000.00
Trail signs, Epoxy centerline paint, thermoplastic crosswalks,
Guardrails and Concrete safety barriers
PROJECT BUDGET & DETAILS
Description
Remove or relocate telephone pedestals, electric power
APPLICATION SCOPE OF WORK
Source of Funds (IN-KIND)
Source of Funds (CASH)
Eagle County (from issuing Certificates of Participation)
Federal Funds: Congessionally Directed Spending; Rep Neguse awarded in 2023
Contributions from Towns and Metro Districts projected for 2024
[Applicant]
[Partner Source]
[Partner Source]
CDOT Class 6 Road Base for parking, shoulder and trail base
CDOT SX Grading‐75,PG 58‐28 Asphalt
poles and guy wires, and highway signs
clearing, grubbing, strip and stock topsoil, excavation,
embankment, install ditch swales, spread topsoil
Wetland mitigation, silt fence, erosion logs, revegetation,
rip rap, dust control, tracking pads
Irrigation Headgate, Pipe, Manholes, Inlets and Culverts
Gravity Retaining Wall System
Wood and Wire Safety Railing
CDOT Site Work, Engineering Admin, unforseen expenses
Bridges and Tunnels
construction staking, QA/QC Testing
Signs, Cones, Flaggers
Move in and establish work site, survey ,
Donations (Private, Tax‐Deductable) secured in 2023
Donations (Private, Tax‐Deductable) projected in 2024
Federal Funds: Mulimodal Transportation Fund awarded in 2023
Federal Funds: Transportation Alternatives Fund awarded in 2022
Contributions from Towns and Metro Districts secured in 2023
Other grants secured in 2023 (Gates, El Pomar)
Other grants projected in 2024
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Exhibit C
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Use of Funds (IN-KIND)Matching Funds
Project Management
Eagle County $300,000.00
Re‐Bar Inspection
Eagle County $35,000.00
Public Outreach
Eagle County $75,000.00
Category
vendor/service provider $0.00
subtotal $410,000.00
GOCO Funds Matching Funds
subtotal $0.00 $410,000.00
$410,000.00
CASH OR IN-KIND Total Funding
2022 Trail Construction
Fully Funded by Eagle County $2,700,000.00
2023 Trail Construction
Fully Funded by Eagle County $9,100,000.00
Fully Funded by Eagle County $1,600,000.00
$13,400,000.00
$43,282,000.00
24%
16%
subtotal
1.7 miles Dotsero Segment
1.5 miles EagleVail and Dowd Junction
Description
Description
GOCO % of project cost
GOCO % of project value
* The Total Use of Funds must equal the Total Source of Funds in the section above.
TOTAL USE OF FUNDS*
OTHER LEVERAGED RESOURCES (OPTIONAL)
TOTAL PROJECT VALUE
1.3 miles Minturn Segment
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EXHIBIT D
Due Diligence Checklist (if applicable)
Intergovernmental (or other) Agreement (if applicable)
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EXHIBIT E
Special Terms: Capital Construction Grant
1. Property Ownership. All properties on which GOCO-funded projects are located must be
owned by, under the control of, or have been granted access to by the Grantee for the useful life
of the Project (the “Property”). If Grantee does not own the Property on which the Project is to
be located, Exhibit D between Grantee and the Property’s owner continues in effect and
unmodified throughout the term of this Agreement.
2. Project Operation and Maintenance.
A. Subject to annual appropriations, Grantee shall operate, manage, and maintain the
Project in a reasonable state of repair for the purposes specified and for the useful life of the
Project, or a minimum of 15 years, in accordance with product warranties and/or the generally
accepted standards in the parks/recreation community. Grantee also shall provide and maintain
access to the Project and to the Property, regardless of the Property’s ownership. Failure to
comply with this paragraph may be deemed a breach by Grantee under Paragraph 22.
B. GOCO shall not be liable for any cost of maintenance, management, or operation
of the Project.
C. Within 60 days of a reasonable request by the Board, Grantee will provide the
Board with adequate records reflecting the operating and maintenance costs of the Project and
provide the Board with such other information concerning the use of the Project by the public
and the impact of the Project.
D. Grantee’s staff shall request during the Grantee’s annual budget process an
appropriation sufficient to meet the financial obligations of Grantee under this Agreement.
Grantee will use its best efforts to fully consider such appropriation. The parties understand that
the Board is relying upon fair and full consideration of annual appropriation in its decision to
extend its resources and the Grant and to enter into this Agreement. In the event that Grantee
fails to appropriate sufficient funds to meet the obligations of this Agreement, Grantee shall
provide notice to the Board of the specific reason(s) for any decision not to appropriate funding.
Grantee’s staff shall notify the Board of any recommendation not to fund or to partially fund the
annual appropriation necessary to fulfill Grantee’s obligations under this Agreement.
3. Public Access. Grantee agrees, for itself and its successors in interest, to allow reasonable
public access to the Project for the useful life of the Project. Grantee may temporarily close such
public access for construction, maintenance, emergency situations, or other reasonable purposes.
4. Insurance. Grantee shall maintain general liability insurance or self-insure for the entire
period of the Project for protection in the event of injury and/or damage. The insurance limits
shall not be less than $1,000,000.00 per occurrence and $2,000,000.00 aggregate. If the Grantee
contracts with another organization to complete the Project, it is the responsibility of the Grantee
to ensure its contractor carries insurance that fulfills this requirement.
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