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MASTER PLAN
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Project Overview 1
Project Approach 2
Project Scope 14
Team Organization 26
Description of Firm 27
Firm Resumes 28
Description of Subconsultants 31
Subcontractor Resumes 32
Project Experience 34
Project Fees 42
Project Schedule 43
PROJECT PARTNERS:
CLIENT:
2953 South Peoria Street, Suite 101
Aurora, Colorado 80014
303.770.7201 fax 303.770.7132
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2953 South Peoria Street, Suite 101
Aurora, CO 80014
303.770.7201 fax 303.770.7132
June 28, 2107
Catherine Trotter
Town of Fraser
P.O. Box 370
Fraser, Colorado 80442
RE: Cozens Ranch Open Space Fraser River Corridor Master Plan Request for Proposals
Dear Ms. Trotter:
THK Associates, Inc., in partnership with Grand Environmental and Matrix Design Group, is pleased to provide you with the following proposal for the Fraser River Corridor Master Plan project. The THK Team is comprised of landscape architects, planners, engineers and scientists who have been involved in various stages of planning and research along many of Colorado’s river corridors, including the Fraser River Corridor. As a result, we come into this process with a strong understanding of the unique opportunities and challenges of working through the Fraser River Corridor. Members of our multi-disciplinary team have been leading the way, creating successful and balanced riparian corridor master plans throughout Colorado for many years. Some of these riparian corridor projects include:
The key to success for all of these projects is balance. The THK Team’s approach to riparian corridor projects is based on a philosophical goal of achieving a balance between the natural and developed worlds by protecting and preserving wildlife and riparian habitat, connecting humans with this natural resource and inspiring the community to get outdoors and enjoy this gem of Fraser. This approach allows the THK Team to integrate important recreational and educational opportunities that connect users to the river and the natural environment. Achieving this balance is an in-depth task that requires extensive experience, comprehensive research of the natural river system to acquire a full understanding of project conflicts and careful planning to ensure long-term sustainable success. The THK Team has the necessary experience and knowledge and has prepared an approach to attain this balance.
• South Platte River Corridor Master Plan
• Fountain Creek Corridor Restoration Master Plan
• Clear Creek Corridor Plan
• Fish Creek Flood Recovery Master Plan
• South St. Vrain Restoration Master Plan
• Upper Fountain Creek and Cheyenne Creek Watershed Master Plan
• Upper Monument Creek Watershed Master Plan
• Old Sopris Trail and the Purgatory River Corridor Design
• Big Thompson River Corridor Master Plan
2953 South Peoria Street, Suite 101
Aurora, Colorado 80014
303.770.7201 fax 303.770.7132
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After establishing a master plan, the next step is to create a demonstration project to build community support and lay the groundwork for future funding of projects. The THK Team will help develop a strategy to leverage funds from other organizations and grant agencies in order to complete a meaningful and impactful demonstration project that provides recreational, educational and environmental benefits to the corridor and the community.
With a staff of 11 professionals with experience in river corridor, trails and park planning and design, THK has been proud to serve many municipalities and agencies on riparian planning projects and we look forward to the opportunity to provide you with the same exceptional service. You have our personal commitment to leverage our prior work and knowledge, maintain focus on your goals and deliver the project that the Town and residents need. If you have any questions or would like to discuss our qualifications, please contact Kevin Shanks by phone at 303.770.7201 or by email at kshanks@thkassoc.com.
Sincerely,
Kevin R. Shanks, RLA, ASLA
Vice President, Director of Landscape Architecture and Planning
THK Associates, Inc.
kshanks@thkassoc.com, 303-770-7201
2953 South Peoria Street, Suite 101
Aurora, CO 80014
303.770.7201 fax 303.770.7132
Project Overview 1
THK Associates has led many multi-disciplinary teams for river
corridor planning and design projects that are pioneering the way
for developing comprehensive and balanced riparian corridor
master plans. All of the projects the THK Team has completed
not only have a focus on environmental health and floodplain
management, but recreational and educational experiences
as well. Riparian corridors are complex systems that require
careful planning to achieve a stable and sustainable balance of
environmental, social and economic factors. The THK Team has
the experience, the knowledge and the expertise to achieve this for
the Town of Fraser, here-to referred to as the Town.
We have selected firms and individuals who have worked on recent projects within and around the Town
of Fraser and specifically on the Fraser River Corridor. This local knowledge, combined with the THK
Team’s extensive experience and our outstanding communication skills, will provide the Town with a
seamless master planning process that will be results driven.
Additionally, the THK Team has worked with several different grant agencies and other funding sources,
including Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO). We are intimately familiar with these agencies grant
requirements, reimbursement procedures and project closeout procedures.
The following pages outline our approach and scope to this
project that were designed to not only provide the Town with a
comprehensive master plan and phase 1 project, but also create
excitement in the community and momentum for additional grant
funding. As you read the THK Team’s approach and scope, it will
become clear that we have the ability to provide several unique
services that will lead to a comprehensive master plan that can be
completed within the Town’s $90,000 budget.
PROJECT OVERVIEW
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Ranger program leading a group of visitors
THK’s Clear Creek Greenway Trail along the Clear Creek River Corridor
Education
inspires
preservation...
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PROJECT APPROACH
WHY CHOOSE OUR TEAM?
The THK Team is comprised of both local and regional experts that bring more than just the skills to
complete a successful master plan; we bring intimate knowledge of the project site and local community
that allows us to “hit the ground running.”.
Grand Environmental, Gatesman Environmental, Divide
Environmental and Mapping are all local environmental firms
that have completed and continue to work on projects along the
Fraser River Corridor - See the THK’s Project Team Knowledge
of the Project Area Map for a map of projects completed in
the Cozen’s Ranch Open Space. THK Associates is a regional
firm that has been working with the Headwaters Trail Alliance
and the joint Economic Development Administration (EDA) on
the Economic Resurgence and Resiliency Plan between Clear
Creek and Grand Counties. These partnerships have allowed THK
to participate in local events such as HTA fundraisers and joint
economic development meetings.
The THK Team has knowledge of other projects
that have been completed or planned in the project
area, such as Trout Unlimited’s plans for an ADA
accessible fishing dock along the river and trail
improvements around the Lion’s Ponds. We are also
aware of some previous hydraulic modeling (HEC-
RAS) that was completed as part of the pedestrian
bridge projects that could be useful, depending upon
what design features are incorporated into the master
plan. This background is important because there
may be opportunities to pair some of these previous
efforts with a Phase 1 project, increasing the scope
and/or level of design of the project for significantly
fewer dollars.
Increase ADA access to the River and Ponds Expand current boardwalks to access wetland/riparian ecosystems with minimal impact Increase access to activate the River
HTA pub crawl along the Fraser River Trail July 2016
THK designed ADA accessible dock at Overland Pond in Denver
Project Approach 3
The stormwater drainage across Cozens Ranch Open Space Park was realigned to provide adequate drainge to the Fraser River
Understanding wetlands and their importance to our ecosystem is an important factor of our workWorking with local engineers and excavators a boulder cross vane was installed in the river bed to meet preferred pipeline elevation
Projects have focused on mitigation efforts to preserve the Fraser River A wetland survey was conducted to plan for the installment of a pedestrian bridge in Cozens Ranch Open Space Park
Work was done to improve the augmentation water-intake system on the Fraser River after a beaver had complicated upstream hydrology
THE THK TEAM’S KNOWLEDGE OF THE PROJECT AREA: Environmental Projects Completed by THK Team Members
Drainage Realignment Town of Fraser - Site assessment evaluation, alternatives, wetland permitting and construction oversight for drainage realignment in 2013-2014
Pedestrian Bridge Town of Fraser - Site assessment, initial design and wetland permitting for pedestrian bridge to complete trail loop in 2014-2015
Augmentation Pond Intake Upgrade WP West Water and San - Site assessment, design and construction oversight for augmentation-pond intake realignment in 2013-2014
Wetland Recon FVPT - Wetland delineation for trail connector concept in 2014
Augmentation Pongs GC#1 Water and San - Site assessment, alternatives development, wetland permitting and construction oversight for re-purposing lagoons into augmentation ponds 2006-2008
Mitigation Reconnaissance Rendezvous -Site assessment for alternative mitigation sites in 2007
- Existing Trail Heads
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Project Approach 5
The THK Team is also familiar with the Fraser Downtown Revitalization Plan and understands the
goals for developing the riverfront including:
• Allow for a variety of land uses, including multi-family housing, retail, restaurants/bars, offices and
artist/trade space within the Riverwalk District. Consideration should be given to how different types
of development may influence the public feel of the riverfront. For example, residential development
fronting on a river can create a feeling of being in someone else’s yard.
• Balance development with open space along the Fraser River. The River offers a terrific economic
opportunity but potential impacts to the River from adjacent development must be considered and
mitigated.
• Creation of a river park/open space/green space buffer along the Fraser River creates opportunities for
river-oriented recreation.
• Enhance the existing trail system along the Fraser River. Creation of a boardwalk/riverwalk along the
Fraser River was suggested as a concept for enhancing the existing river trail.
As part of our public engagement strategy, the THK Team would feature many of the elements of this
revitalization plan so that the Town of Fraser and its residents can realize the implementation and follow
through of that plan.
Lastly, the THK Team is utilizing cutting edge technology to provide efficient and innovative designs.
Historically, design processes have been displayed primarily through the use of plan view (top-down)
graphics, as well as with select section, elevation and perspective drawings. Of these drawing types,
perspective drawings are by far the most discernible and easy to understand. Whether at public
meetings, board presentations or team reviews, many participants will not provide input or will provide
unhelpful input on plan, section and elevation drawings because they simply do not fully understand
what the project design will actually look like. However, plan drawings are historically the standard for
the design process because they are quicker and easier to produce than perspectives. The THK Team has
the expert knowledge and capabilities, as well as the software, to quickly and efficiently integrate many
newer technologies such as 3D modeling, drone imagery and drone orthorectification into the design
process. As a result, this technology allows the THK Team, the client and any stakeholder participants
to clearly understand the impacts of proposed designs, as well as have more insightful and progressive
discussions. THK Associates has been pioneering the use of these emerging technologies in the design
process for many years.
3D visualization model created for the John Meade Park Master Plan
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Recently, Landscape Architecture Magazine (the national magazine of the American Society of
Landscape Architecture-ASLA) featured THK Associates for their innovative use of many technologies.
Among those highlighted were the use of 3D modeling during the design process rather than only as
a presentation tool, the use of drones to collect aerial imagery and terrain data and the integration of
multiple technologies to allow clients to make better informed design decisions.
It is important to note that, as much background as the THK Team has about the project, we do not
seek to influence the public into any design that has already been proposed. Our goal is to provide
the most up-to-date and accurate information, communicate and present project opportunities and
constraints, gather public input, consolidate all data and provide design options that meet both technical
requirements and the desires of the Town, its stakeholders and the public.
HOW DO WE BUILD MOMENTUM?
The Cozens Ranch Open Space is one of the Town’s most utilized recreation areas. As such, there
is tremendous interest in developing it into an amenity that the Town of Fraser can be proud of. The
THK Team understands that this project has been talked about for the last 10 years and the excitement
generated by the successful award of a GOCO grant is noticeable. There are several organizations and
individuals that supported the grant application and have some great ideas about what they would like to
see developed in the area.
In order to gather as much information and ideas as possible, as well as generate additional excitement
about the project, the THK Team suggests a strong community engagement approach that will include:
PROJECT WEBSITE
The THK Team provides the option of building a project website/webpage that can be stand-alone (have
its own url) or hosted by the Town of Fraser or any of the numerous partners that have an interest in the
project, including the Headwaters Trail Alliance (HTA) or the Headwaters Trout Unlimited Chapter (the
THK Team can also host the site, but local agencies typically appreciate the increased visitation to their
own sites). This website will house all pertinent information about the project including updated designs,
public meetings, public surveys and project photos. It will also serve as the primary communication point
for anyone that has questions about the project but cannot attend any of the public meetings. One of the
more recent examples of a project website built by the THK Team is the Big Thompson River Corridor Master Plan, which can be viewed at WWW.ABETTERBIGT.COM.
Home Page for the Big Thompson River Corridor Master Plan website
Project Approach 7
PUBLIC OUTREACH
Unlike most public processes, the THK Team believes that some of the most useful information provided
by the public is generated outside of formal public gatherings. This is especially true for towns like Fraser
where much of the economy is driven by tourism and many of its residents are second home owners
that come up on Friday for the weekend. To address this reality, the THK Team will hold a 2-day On-Site
Strategic Planning Session on a Thursday and Friday. Thursday will consist of site tours and exploration
with Town staff and interested stakeholders, as well as gathering thoughts and ideas from other
visitors. Friday will consist of more of the same, while the project team starts to compile information
in preparation for a public meeting that evening that would include a brief presentation, Q&A and open
house. It will be ideal if this design charrette was held in August and coincided with other public events
(the HTA hosts its fall pub crawl on Friday, Aug. 18 that brings out a large and diverse crowd that is
recreation oriented).
The THK Team will also propose holding a second public meeting in early November that will present a
draft of the final master plan and proposed Phase 1 Project. This meeting will be particularly important to
capture final input from some of the more involved residents and stakeholders.
A final public meeting will be scheduled near the completion of the project to present the final master
plan and the Phase 1 project. This final meeting could double as a fundraiser to gather community
supported matching funds for grant applications and can also be paired with another public event.
Presentations inform the community about a project and allow the project team to collect input at the City Thornton’s Big Dry Creek Master Plan Workshop
Using visual aids allows for engagement between community members and the project team during the Clear Creek County Visioning Workshop
Activities such as a community bike ride is an interactive engagement tool that THK utilized during the Legacy Loop Trail Design
Valuable information is gathered during THK’s 3-day On-site Strategic Planning Session for Riverside Park in Evans, CO
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COMMUNITY SURVEY
The THK Team also proposes conducting a community survey for the master plan. Community surveys
are useful for a few reasons. The primary reason is to allow maximum participation from the community,
particularly those that cannot attend all public events. A survey also allows the Town, stakeholders
and other individuals to view opinions of all involved in the project. Finally, several grants require
documentation of community participation and ask about opposition or concerns to any of the proposed
actions.
Questions for the survey will be developed with input from Town staff, the project team and information
gathered during the two-day design charrette. The survey will be hosted by Survey Monkey, with links
added to the project website, Town website and partner websites. Social media blasts through project
partner accounts will help boost participation as well as email blasts from lists from the Town and other
project partners.
HOW DO WE KEEP THE MOMENTUM?
The primary reason master plans do not proceed past a planning effort is because the “next steps”
identified do not necessarily take into consideration the ability to fund the project. Even the few plans
that do take funding into consideration typically do not account for the economic resources of the
community and its ability (or inability) to provide a financial match required by most grants. The THK
Team addresses these issues in two ways.
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Survey Results: Desired Use
Which activities would you like to do at Big Dry Creek open space areas?
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Which of the following features would you like to see incorporated into the Big Dry Creek Corridor?
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walking
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exploration
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contemplation
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- Swimming
- Soccer
- Kids play
- Games
- Disc golf
- Picnic
- Sledding
- Tent camping
- Dog park
- Fishing
- Bike park
- Adult workout stations
Other responses included:
- Climbing facilities (walls, rocks, ropes)
- Soccer
- Keep it natural!
- Facilities for dogs (waste bins, dog
parks)
- External trail connections
- Water fountains
- Exercise facilities (equipment, places
for passive exercise such as yoga)
Community Survey during the City Thornton’s Big Dry Creek Master Plan clearly what the community wanted out of their corridor and allowed the THK project team to make informed design decision based on community desires
Project Approach 9
First, the THK Team will identify possible funding sources that could be used to complete additional
planning (if needed) and construction/implementation. These sources will be specific to the region and
the project. For the Cozens Ranch Open Space this will include grants that fund trails, education, habitat
restoration, playgrounds, parking, restrooms, fishing and more.
Second, as a design is being finalized, the THK Team will target specific grant opportunities and create
a funding plan that will outline which grants should be targeted, the dates and timeline for awards, and
the match required. The goal of this plan will be to target grants that can be leveraged against each
other, minimizing the amount of resources (cash) that the Town of Fraser would have to provide to match
grants.
Some of the sources of these grants include:
GREAT OUTDOORS COLORADO (GOCO)
Since this planning effort is being funded by GOCO, it is unlikely that any additional planning funds can
be solicited through GOCO. However, GOCO has three separate grant programs that can be used for
implementing improvements to Cozens Ranch Open Space.
• Local Park and Outdoor Recreation Grants help build or improve community parks, outdoor
recreation amenities, outdoor athletic facilities and environmental education facilities. Funding is
also available for land acquisitions.
• Youth Corps Grants employ Colorado Youth Corps Association crews on projects like building trails,
erosion control after forest fires and eradicating invasive species.
• Habitat Restoration Grants improve and restore Colorado’s rivers, streams, wetlands
and critical habitat on permanently conserved land.
COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE (CPW)
• Fishing is Fun provides up to $400,000 in matching grants annually to local and county
governments, park and recreation departments, water districts, angling organizations and others for
projects to improve angling opportunities in Colorado.
• The Colorado State Recreational Trails Grant Program (Non-Motorized Trails) funds projects for
large recreational trail grants, small recreational trail grants, trail planning and trail support grants.
COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (CDOT)
• Transportations Alternatives Program (TAPS) are federal funds that are distributed through State
transportation agencies. Unfortunately, Colorado has expended all of its TAPS funds through 2020.
However, if through the design process, trails are identified as later improvements, future TAPS
funds could be used.
• Senate Bill 17-267 Sustainability of Rural Colorado was passed at the end of May and allocates $1.8
billion to transportation related infrastructure projects, of which 10% must be used for off highway
transportation improvements. This could include trails and parking areas near state highways. It
is too soon to understand how and when these funds will be dispersed, but given Cozens Ranch
proximity to US 40, it is a potential funding source.
DEPARTMENT OF LOCAL AFFAIRS (DOLA)
• Energy/Mineral Impact Assistance Fund Grant (EIAF) is a unique funding opportunity that can be
utilized given the impact of Henderson Molybdenum Mine is cutting production as it nears a full
shutdown. The purpose of the EIAF Program is to assist political subdivisions that are socially and/
or economically impacted by the development, processing, or energy conversion of minerals and
mineral fuels. Funds come from the state severance tax on energy and mineral production and from
a portion of the State’s share of royalties paid to the federal government for mining and drilling of
minerals and mineral fuels on federally-owned land.
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• Conservation Trust Fund (CTF) The Department of Local Affairs distributes CTF dollars quarterly,
on a per capita basis, to over 470 eligible local governments: counties, cities, towns and Title 32
special districts that provide park and recreation services in their service plans. This money
is already accounted for in the Town of Fraser’s Budget ($25,185 for FY2017), but should still be
acknowledged as a funding source for grant matches.
GRAND COUNTY
• Ballot Measure 1A was passed in November 2016 by voters in Grand County. The
measure will impose a county-wide sales tax of 0.3 percent that expires in 10 years and
will be used for keeping water in the Colorado River and other rivers (such as the Fraser
River) available for agriculture, ranching and outdoor recreation; conserving agricultural lands,
natural areas, scenic open lands, wildlife habitat, wetlands and river access through acquisition and
maintaining hiking and biking trails.
The Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) will appoint an Open Lands, Rivers and Trails
Advisory committee called the “Open Lands Advisory Committee.” The committee will be
composed of nine members—three residents from unincorporated Grand County, one from each
commissioner district and a person nominated by each municipality in the County. The committee
will convene twice a year to make recommendations to the BOCC regarding the disbursement
of money from the Open Lands Fund, review applications for money and discuss major trail
maintenance programs. It is still unknown whether the dispersal of these funds will solely be to
unincorporated areas of Grand County or if funds will be distributed to municipalities as well.
CLIMAX MOLYBDENUM (FREEPORT MCMORAN)
• Community Investment Program (CIF) engages community leaders
in cultivating and assessing community projects that address identified community priorities
(developed at Community Partnership Panels) and allow them to allocate Freeport-McMoRan
Foundation funds to programs and projects that encourage a strong focus on local capacity-
building, community development and sustainability. This year Climax Molybdenum is distributing
$200,000 between Grand and Clear Creek County.
• Colorado Operations Local Contributions are smaller grants that are allocated on a quarterly basis. The
average grant award is $5,000, but can be used to match larger grants.
TROUT UNLIMITED (TU)
• Embrace a Stream Program (EAS) is a matching grant program administered by TU
that awards funds to TU chapters and councils for coldwater fisheries conservation.
Since its inception in 1975, EAS has funded more than 1,000 individual projects for a
total of $4.4 million in direct cash grants.
Although these are the major funding sources, there are several others that can be used depending on the
design of Cozens Ranch Open Space including:
• Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE)• Colorado Health Foundation (CHF)• Laura Jane Musser Fund• Clif Bar Family Foundation• Gates Family Foundation
The THK Team has been extremely successful in helping to identify funds, provide information that will
be crucial for a successful grant submission and leveraging funding sources against each other. Most
recently, the THK Team has assisted the City of Idaho Springs leverage CDOT funds being used for local
road reconstruction against funds from GOCO and CPW, resulting in $700,000 in trail/park design and
construction funds. These funds are being further leveraged for applications that will be submitted in
August to GOCO and DOLA for $3 million in trail and park construction. Assuming these applications
are successful (which is very likely), the City of Idaho Springs will have received almost $4 million in trail/
park design and construction for a total of $15,000 from their general funds.
Project Approach 11
Another way that our team has helped continue community excitement
for projects through river corridors is to create an identity that is specific
to the area. This can include branded logos and slogans that highlight key
environmental, historic and/or recreational features of the area. Our team
has used this technique successfully on several projects, creating signage
that displays the brand and printing posters and stickers for the community
to display in shops and on vehicles.
HOW DO WE BALANCE THE ENVIRONMENT AND
RECREATION?
THK understands that the Cozens Open Space Master Plan must balance
public access with those river-riparian resources that make this such
a rich Town resource. As a leader in Colorado trails, parks and river
corridor planning, we have vast experience creating designs that are
not only environmentally friendly, but also sustainable. As part of the
Environmental Study, baseline mapping will characterize existing built
assets such as trails, ponds and utilities including easements and setbacks. Natural resource mapping
will lay out reaches and areas of varying values and sensitivities using the FACWet and FACStream
methodologies developed by Colorado State University and EcoMetrics, LLC in collaboration with
Colorado Parks and Wildlife, the US Army Corps of Engineers, Colorado Department of Transportation,
and USEPA. These assessment methodologies emphasize tangible functional values including wildlife and
fishery habitats as modified by “stressors” resulting in a “report card” for each resource area.
Master plan buildout, including conservation and
construction, can thus be informed and guided by clearly
defined sensitivities and opportunities including final pre-
project assessment, design, permitting and funding, as
well as mitigation planning and post-project evaluation. In
addition, our assessment methodologies can set the stage
for broader public involvement including “citizen science”
education programs and “Learn By Doing” efforts by other
groups.
A good example of this approach is the work our extended
team did with Winter Park Ranch Water and Sanitation
District to upgrade the (Lyons) augmentation pond intake on
the Fraser River. The new intake system is now in a more
stable, less sensitive configuration offering more efficient
operations and enhanced fishery habitat with better public
access - a win-win all around. Understanding how “stressors” influence habitat is essential
Two moose at the Sanitations District ponds represent the wildlife that will be evaluated as part of the natural resource mapping
Poster created for Trinidad Trails and Greenway Master Plan
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HOW DO WE ACTIVATE THE CORRIDOR?
The Town of Fraser has done a great job securing, protecting and maintaining the Cozen’s Ranch Open
Space. The Open Space and Fraser River Trail are heavily used and highly valued by the community
with more than 200 people riding the trail daily in the winter time, according to HTA. While this area is
already desirable, its true potential is not currently being realized. The THK Team has spent time in this
corridor and understands the issues facing it and we have the experience to improve it. For this master
plan to be successful, it is essential to activate the corridor!
By talking with Town staff, stakeholder groups such as, HTA and the Colorado River Chapter of Trout
Unlimited and conducting a Preliminary Recreational Analysis, the THK Team has identified the following
opportunities to activate the corridor.
DEVELOP A RIVERSIDE PARK
The area around the Lions Ponds is already an area of activity and recreation. Its highly visible location,
stocked fishing ponds, ADA accessible dock, Eisenhower sculpture, veterans memorial, picnic shelter and
playground provide a solid framework for a riverside park. However, improvements to the playground,
increased active recreational space and increased river access will make this area more desirable.
INCREASE RIVER ACCESS
Currently, access to the River is difficult throughout the corridor. Social trails spur off of the Fraser River
Trail and crisscross sensitive wetland areas. The THK Team will evaluate the most suitable locations
for river access, increase the number of access points and formalize the access to make it accessible to
everyone. This will have the added benefit of concentrating access to key areas and reduce the amount of
wetland disturbance.
Lions Pond area provides great opportunity for Riverside Park THK’s new Grant Frontier Park in Denver provides ADA access to the river’s edge, environmental play opportunities and fosters outdoor educational programing - Photo taken during construction
Social trail provides limited access to the Fraser River New river access at THK’s Pasquinel’s Landing Park in Denver provides ADA access to river’s edge promoting safe family interaction with the South Platte River
Project Approach 13
EXPAND TRAIL CONNECTIONS ON THE WEST SIDE OF THE RIVER
Expanding the current trail system to the west side of the River has been a goal of the Town Board and
will be an important part of the planning effort. The THK Team has consulted with HTA and begun
analyzing a preliminary alignment for the trail connection.
INCORPORATE NATURAL PLAY AND OUTDOOR EDUCATION
The current playgrounds in the corridor are dated and underutilized. By using natural materials, such
as boulders and logs, these playgrounds can be renovated to increase active play opportunities. These
natural playgrounds double as an opportunity for outdoor education, showing children the importance of
natural materials and systems.
The Town of Fraser has already done an excellent job incorporating educational signage along the corridor.
However, many of the panels are fading and could be updated. The THK Team will also consult with
stakeholder groups to incorporate new and exciting outdoor educational tools, other than signage, into the
corridor. As a former teacher, Tiffany Gatesman will be a valuable resource in this effort.
BRING ART INTO THE CORRIDOR
The Town of Fraser has a rich artistic community. Their works are featured all over town but their
presence is limited along the corridor. Working with local artist and bringing their work into the corridor
will increase the aesthetic appeal and promote community interest in this area.
Trail currently feels disconnected from the river and western side
Existing playground at the Lions Pond area
Ike Statue is a good existing example of bringing art in the corridor
Potential trail alignment on the west side of the river based on HTA’s assessment
Natural playground at THK’s Grant Frontier Park in Denver uses natural materials to promote creative active play.
Unique bus stop in Fraser represents new styles of art which could be incorporated
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STEP #1: COLLECTION AND QUANTIFICATION
TASK A: PROJECT START/KICK-OFF MEETING
Prior to commencing work, key consultant personnel will conduct one (1) kick-off meeting with the Town
of Fraser staff to review, in detail, specific project objectives, scope items, schedules, methodologies and
other project parameters. This initial meeting is recommended to ensure that all interests are adequately
addressed and that the capabilities and knowledge of the consultants and Town staff are utilized
effectively in completing the project in an efficient and cost effective manner.
Specific discussion items include but are not limited to:
• Identify and introduce project personnel including Town staff and members of the consultant team
• Review and finalize key stakeholder list. Key stakeholders can be organizations or other government
agencies and may include the following stakeholders identified in the Town’s GOCO Planning Grant
Application:
Headwaters Trails Alliance, Grand County Water Information Network, Winter Park & Fraser
Chamber, Fraser Valley Metropolitan Recreation District, Grand County Water & Sanitation District,
Winter Park Ranch Water & Sanitation District, The Fraser River Valley Lions Club, Winter Park —
Fraser Valley Rotary Club, Town of Winter Park, Grand County, Colorado Headwaters Chapter of
Trout Unlimited, CrossFit Thin Air, Grand County Historical Association, Grand County Pet Pals,
residents, second home owners, business owners and developers.
• Review Master Plan goals, vision and purpose
• Review the planning process
• Review all existing data for the Cozen Ranch Open Space necessary for the inventory and evaluation
of the river corridor and identify additional sources as needed
• Identify and review existing Town plans and documents that may inform the project
• Discuss the status of plans that the Town is completing such as the Fraser River Source Water
Protection Plan
• Review details regarding mapped (GIS format) deliverables to ensure compatibility with the Town’s
and Grand County’s current mapping standards
• Review responsibilities of the consultant team and supporting roles of the Town of Fraser staff
• Review the stakeholder and public engagement effort
›Project Website
›Public Workshop #1: 2-day on-site Strategic Planning Session
›Community Survey
›Public Workshop #2
›Public Workshop #3
• Review project parameters, scope and schedule
• Identify the target dates for the 2-day on-site Strategic Planning Session and Public Workshops
Following the kick-off meeting, the THK Team proposes a site walk take place with Town staff, Public
Works staff and key stakeholders to document additional existing opportunities and constraints along the
corridor, as part of the Recreational Analysis.
PROJECT SCOPE
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TASK B: ENGAGE KEY STAKEHOLDERS
Once key stakeholders have been identified, the THK Team will create a stakeholder advisory committee
(SAC). The goal of this committee will be to offer a wide range of perspectives and expertise in the
design of the Cozen’s Ranch Open Space and to develop a shared vision for the corridor. To maintain
consistent engagement with the committee, the THK Team
proposes two (2) SAC meetings as follows:
• SAC Meeting #1: Review Existing Data and incorporate
stakeholder information of the site into existing data.
• SAC Meeting #2: Discuss Preliminary Master Plan
concepts and review community input from the 2-day
Strategic Planning Session.
• SAC Meeting #3: Present Final Master Plan and receive
final comments.
The stakeholders will ultimately carry this vision forward so
early engagement is vital to keep them involved throughout
the project and beyond.
TASK C: PROJECT COORDINATION
Open communication between the THK Team and the Town is vital to the success of this project. In
addition to scheduled meetings purposed in this document, the THK Team recommends holding bi-
weekly phone calls with the Town to check-in, go over project progress and address any issues that may
arise. These calls may occur more or less frequently based on project progress and staff availability.
In addition to these schedule calls, the THK Team will be available for additional coordination via phone
or email throughout the project.
TASK D: REVIEW EXISTING DATA
Following the kick-off meeting, the THK Team will review all existing data for the Cozen’s Ranch Open
Space necessary for the inventory and evaluation of the river corridor.
TASK E: IDENTIFY AND REVIEW EXISTING PLANS
The THK Team will work with the Town to identify and acquire plans for all of the existing projects
affecting the Cozen’s Ranch Open Space. Each project will be reviewed, in detail and their impact will be
taken into account as part of the Existing Conditions Report.
TASK F: PREPARE BASE MAPS AND INITIATE FIELD WORK
THK has complied data collected on-site, Grand County’s GIS information and USGS wetland data to
create initial base maps for the Cozens Ranch Open Space. This will save valuable time during this Task,
enabling the first public meeting to take place very early in the process.
Additional GIS data from the Town or other sources identified in Task A will be collected as available
and incorporated into these base maps. Prior to the 2-day on-site Strategic Planning Session base maps
will be shared digitally with the Town for review and comment to confirm the validity of the information
and to ensure that the data is thorough and complete. No meeting time is anticipated for this review. All
information will be compiled using ArcGIS.
The THK Team will use the base maps created during this task to initiate the Recreational Analysis, the
Environmental Study and Existing Conditions Report.
THK is excited to further engage with local stakeholders
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TASK G: STAKEHOLDER ADVISORY COMMITTEE (SAC) MEETING #1
The THK Team proposes holding the first SAC meeting immediately following the review of existing
data and preparation of base maps. Many of the members of this committee have a long history on the
corridor and will be able to offer value insights that are not contained in existing data. The THK Team will
present existing data collected and base maps to the committee for review and comment.
TASK H: EXISTING CONDITIONS REPORT
Recreational Analysis:
In preparation for this proposal, THK has completed a preliminary recreation analysis of the project
area as shown in the Preliminary Recreation Analysis Map. The preliminary recreation analysis has
documented existing recreational features, river access points, potential trail connections and potential
parking and development opportunities.
This preliminary analysis will provide a good starting point. However the THK Team will conduct one (1)
site walk of the entire project area to verify information already collected and document any additional
features defined during Task E or based on Town comments. This information will be analyzed to identify
deficiencies in current recreational features, gaps in circulation patterns and potential for recreational and
educational improvement. The THK Team will compile this information into a final Recreational Analysis
of the project area that will include but is not limited to:
• Locations of existing physical site amenities such as rest areas, signage, benches, picnic tables,
garbage cans, pavilions, river access, play grounds, etc.
• Locations and identification of existing trails, parking lots and other hardscape features including
surface materials and visual condition
• Locations of severe slopes
• Locations of view corridors
• Potential development sites and potential trail connections
• Locations of visible utilities
• Potential conflicts (ped/traffic, wildlife, utilities, etc.)
• Locations most and least suitable for passive and active recreation opportunities
• Landscapes current condition, sustainability and maintenance needs
• Photographic inventory
During this visit to the Town, one member of the THK Team will walk the project area, while another
member will conduct a local inventory of existing recreational features in the valley. Information collected
during this effort will be cross referenced with potential recreational features for the Cozens Ranch Open
Space to create a Recreational Needs Assessment. This effort will be conducted in order to reduce the
redundancy of recreational features and prioritize the most beneficial features for the Cozens Ranch
Open Space.
Key stakeholders, such as the Headwaters Trail Alliance, have already offered to guide members of the
THK Team around the area to help with this documentation.
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- Lion’s Pond Picnic Area - Existing Playgrounds - Area of Activity - Open Space Boundary
- Potential Parking Area - Existing Trails
- Potential Trail Connections on west side of River1
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- Potential Development Area
- Existing Trail Heads
- Rest Area and River Access Points - Pedestrian Bridges
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Activating the underutilized area around the Lion’s Ponds will provide a highly visible and recreational rich amenity along the Fraser River
New pedestrian bridge opened the opportunity for a trail on the west side of the river and will act as a precedent for additional improvements
Current railing and gabion wall are aging and could represent an opportunity for improvementFormalizing river access is essential to activating the river’s edge and reducing habitat degradation Replacing/updating the information signage along the trail will increase outdoor education in the corridorA connection between the east and west side of the river in the center of the Open Space would further active the area and create a smaller loop trail
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Environmental Study:
An Environmental Study will be conducted concurrent to the Recreational Analysis by Grand
Environmental and members of Gatesman Environmental and Divide Environmental.
The Environmental Study will use the Functional Assessment of Colorado Streams and Wetlands
(FACStream and FACWet) methodologies developed by Colorado State University, to evaluate:
• Watershed setting and project corridor including natural habitats and adjacent developed areas
such as trails, water-supply well field and augmentation ponds.
• River and floodplain morphology to characterize corridor dynamics including channel evolution,
flood-flow attenuation and groundwater recharge, as well as risk assessment in flood-prone areas.
• Riparian habitats to characterize riparian health including wildlife habitat such as migratory
songbirds, also water-quality processes such as shading, sediment capture, nutrient uptake and
aquatic food-chain support.
• Aquatic macroinvertebrates indices that are the most cost-effective rapid assessment of riverine
habitat health including species found in pools, riffles and lateral habitats.
• Real-time (multi-meter) measurement of river chemistry to enhance our baseline in terms of water-
quality “vital signs.”
All information collected during the environmental study will be compiled into a graphic model for the
project corridor including hydrology, ecology and geochemistry that can inform future public uses
including conservation, trails and long-term water supply management. This information will also further
support grant applications as well as local “Learn by Doing” efforts.
Grand Environmental, Gatesman Environmental and Divide Environmental have extensive experience
working on the Fraser River. This previous experience will make the environmental analysis efficient and
thorough. No meeting time is anticipated for this task.
Existing Conditions Report:
All information collected and/or verified during the Recreational Analysis and the Environmental Study
will be compiled into an Existing Conditions Report for the Town. Information will be crossed referenced
between the recreational and environmental analysis to determine the most effective use of space with
the least impact to sensitive environments. Spatial data will be digitized into usable GIS layers and
incorporated into the existing base maps.
Step #1 Deliverables: All deliverables will reflect decisions made and items produced during Step #1, Tasks A-G.
• One (1) Kick-off Meeting
• Project work schedule and timeline including workshop and meeting dates
• Development of SAC, development of SAC schedule
• Base maps in ArcGIS with one (1) revision based on Town’s comments
• One (1) meeting with the stakeholder advisory committee (SAC) to review existing information
• One (1) Site Walk during the Recreational Analysis
• Recreational Analysis
• Regional Recreational Inventory
• Recreational Needs Assessment
• Environmental Study
• Existing Conditions Report and Mapping
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STEP #2: IDENTIFICATION AND VISION
TASK I: CREATE A PROJECT WEBSITE (OPTIONAL)
The THK Team provides the option of creating a project website that will act as a resource for the
community to get additional information about the project, advertise for community events and
distribute project content, such as site analysis maps and input received at the public workshops.
TASK J: PUBLIC WORKSHOP #1: 2-DAY ON-SITE STRATEGIC PLANNING
SESSION
To begin the public engagement process, the THK Team has proposed a 2-day on-site Strategic Planning
Session. The purpose of this planning session will be to gather input, review the information collected in
previous tasks and develop preliminary master plan concepts.
A 2-day on-site Strategic Planning Session will allow the THK Team time to work with the Town to further
assess on-site conditions, deeply engage with Town staff and community members and receive ideas
and feedback from people who have an in-depth understanding of the corridor and its needs. Potential
locations for this Planning Session are the Lion’s Ponds, the Fire Station, the Fraser Valley Library or the
Headwater Trail Alliance Offices.
The following is a proposed work schedule for the 2-day on-site Strategic Planning Session:
Day One
Day One will consist of a morning meeting with Town staff and key stakeholders. This meeting will
provide an overview of the day’s events, review of the overall Planning Session agenda and finalize key
objectives of the session.
Following the meeting and site walk, the THK Team will set up presentation boards and base maps at the
Lion’s Ponds Picnic Area (or other appropriate location) to tell community members about the project
and gather input throughout the day.
An evening on-site public open house will be held at the Lion’s Ponds Picnic Area. Base maps, initial
site analysis and notes from the morning site walk will be presented to the community for review and
comment. Community members will be encouraged to share their experience, ideas and vision for the
corridor with the THK Team throughout the evening. Food and non-alcoholic drinks will be provided by
the THK Team. Additional information gathered from the public will be incorporated (as appropriate) to
the base maps.
Day Two
The morning of Day Two, one member from the THK Team will return to the Lion’s Ponds Picnic Area
and continue to engage with community members, while another team member will travel to meet with
individual stakeholders or groups who are not able to attend the public workshops.
The THK Team will host another public open house event the evening of Day Two to recap the
information and ideas received during Day One and the morning of Day Two. This information will be
displayed on a series of presentation boards and base maps where community members can comment
on the ideas generated for the Cozens Ranch Open Space as well as things they like and don’t like about
existing recreational features in the area.
TASK K: COMMUNITY SURVEY
Using the ideas, questions and concerns gathered in the 2-day Strategic Planning Session, the THK Team
will formulate an on-line community survey to allow community members that could not make the 2-day
Strategic Planning Session or needed time to think about ideas an opportunity to voice their thoughts.
This survey will be hosted through an online survey provider such as SurveyMonkey.
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This survey will run through the initial design development phase and will be analyzed intermittently
to assist with design concepts. Survey results will be shared with Town staff and key stakeholders then
presented at the second public workshop.
TASK L: CONDUCT STRENGTHS, WEAKNESS, OPPORTUNITIES,
THREATS (SWOT) ANALYSIS AND CONSTRAINTS AND CHALLENGES
Although SWOT characteristics are a good way of summarizing project components, they are also
subjective and can sometimes be viewed as being biased. The THK Team’s approach to the SWOT
will be less formalized, providing the public with base maps that depict geographical, environmental
and recreational elements of the project area and letting them identify what they view as SWOT
characteristics. 90% of the time the public will identify the same SWOT characteristics as the design
team, but done this way the public feels more empowered and involved in the planning process.
Once the public has weighed in on design options at the 2-day on-site Strategic Planning Session, the
THK team will develop Preliminary Master Plan Concepts. Each option will have SWOT characteristics
highlighted at the following public meeting. These SWOT charts will be used to help the public weigh in
on a preferred design.
Step #2 Deliverables: All deliverables will reflect decisions made and items produced during Step #2.
• Project Website
• Public Workshop #1: 2-day on-site Strategic Planning Session
• Community Survey
• SWOT analysis
STEP #3: DEVELOP AND PRESENT THE DRAFT PLAN
TASK M: PRELIMINARY MASTER PLAN CONCEPTS
Based upon the input received in Step #2, the THK Team will create two (2) Preliminary Master Plan
Concepts. These concepts will depict various site layouts and provide details concerning design
vocabulary, recreational amenities, materials selection and options for further design efforts. Open space
and park layout diagrams, sketches and graphic models will be used to help illustrate the design concept.
The Preliminary Master Plan Concepts may include:
• Riverside park concepts
• New trail alignments and surfaces
• Parking areas
• River access points
• Environmental play opportunities
• Outdoor educational opportunities
• Picnic areas – including restrooms, drinking fountains, etc.
• Shade structures
• Dog Park
• Bike Skills Park
• Site furnishings
• Fishing improvements
• Potential future development areas
• Aquatic and Terrestrial Habitat improvements
• Instream river and bank stability improvements (if applicable)
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TASK N: STAKEHOLDER ADVISORY COMMITTEE (SAC) MEETING #2
In the morning of the second public workshop day, the THK Team will hold one (1) meeting with the
committee to discuss the Preliminary Master Plan Concepts and review community input.
TASK O: PUBLIC WORKSHOP #2
The second public workshop will showcase Preliminary Master Plan Concepts. The goal will be to receive
input from residents on the concepts in order to prioritize preferred features and design elements.
TASK P: PREFERRED MASTER PLAN CONCEPT
Following the development of the Preliminary Master Plan Concepts, the THK Team will hold one
(1) meeting with the Town and key stakeholders to select one (1) Preferred Master Plan Concept. This
Preferred Master Plan Concept may be a highbred of multiple alternatives. Town staff and stakeholder
input at this meeting will determine the final direction.
TASK Q: PROJECT PRIORITIZATION
Once a Preferred Design Concept is identified, the THK Team will work with the Town to group proposed
site features and design elements into potential future “projects”.
The THK Team will work with the Town to develop a prioritization matrix, based on public comment, by
which each project will be evaluated through a series of criteria and implementation potential. The THK
Team will develop the initial approach for this evaluation and will modify it based on feedback from the
Town. One (1) meeting between the THK Team and the Town will occur to review the prioritization matrix
and evaluate each project in real time.
Based on a project’s score during this evaluation, they will be categorized into three major groups: (1)
High Priority, (2) Medium Priority and (3) Low Priority Projects.
An example of a prioritization matrix used on THK’s South St. Vrain Creek Restoration project outside of Lyons, CO
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SOUTH ST. VRAIN CREEK RESTORATION Prioritization MATRIX - FOR THE PRIORITIZATION OF THE PREFERRED ALTERNATIVE
CRITICAL ISSUE PRIORITIZATION CRITERIA FLOODPLAIN
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1 Community Protect critical public and private infrastructure?
The best way to increase flood volume and reduce flood energy throughout the system. Water rights are needed to detain water.
Can provide some channel stability.
Once vegetation is established can provide some flood-plain stability.
Can provide immediate site specific protection to infrastructure.
2 Safety
Reduce flood risk to the public and residents by providing long term solutions that increase resiliency?
Increases flood storage volume and reduces flood energy throughout the system.
Provides some creek channel resiliency.
Once allowed to mature the vegetation provides some resistance to future floods.
Hardened points are created in the corridor not always resilient.
3 Environment Natural ecosystem processes restored?Most holistic approach.Partial approach, not all ecosystems addressed.Partial approach, not all ecosystems addressed.Least holistic approach.
4 Environment Protects or improves existing habitat and significant ecological resources?
Improves both terrestrial and aquatic habitat.Improves aquatic habitat.Improves terrestrial and riparian habitat
Not the focus of infrastructure protection techniques.
5 Implementation Creates infrastructure investments that are reasonable to construct?
Because it jump starts the corridor’s natural systems it is the best value for their life-cycle.
Reasonable to construct and jump starts natural system of the creek.
Without regrading, the revegetation effort will have diminished results.
Protects infrastructure but requires on-going maintenance.
Fair - What is thought to be right, acceptable Better - Higher in quality Best - Better than all others in quality or value
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A complete project prioritization list will be compiled with project rankings and anticipated levels of
funding. This information will aid the Town in the acquisition of future funding and implementation of
these projects.
Preliminary cost estimates will be developed for up to three (3) projects.
TASK R: FUNDING AND IMPLEMENTATION PLAN
Following the development of the Project Prioritization, the THK Team will develop a funding plan for
future implementation of master plan projects.
TASK S: DRAFT MASTER PLAN
The THK Team will work with the Town to develop a final outline of the master plan but potential
chapters/sections might include:
1. Acknowledgments
2. Background and/or Executive Summary
3. Table of Contents
4. Introduction
5. Existing Conditions
• Recreational
• Environmental
6. Strengths, Weakness, Opportunities, Threats (SWOT)
7. Community Needs
• The Public Engagement Process
• Regional Inventory
• Recreational Needs Assessment
8. Recommendations
• Recreational
• Environmental
9. Master Plan Design
• Preliminary Master Plan Concepts
• Preferred Design Concept
10. Project Prioritization
11. Funding and Implementation Plan
12. Appendix
One (1) meeting between the THK Team and the Town will occur to review the Draft Master Plan and
discuss comments. Additional comments can be received by phone or email.
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Step #3 Deliverables: All deliverables will reflect decisions made and items produced during Step #3.
• Three (3) Preliminary Master Plan Concepts
• One (1) meeting with the Town and key stakeholders to review Preliminary Master Plan Concepts and
select a Preferred Design Concept
• One (1) Preferred Design Concept
• Public Workshop #2
• One (1) meeting with the stakeholder advisory committee (SAC) to review Preliminary Master Plan
• Prioritization Matrix
• One (1) meeting to review prioritization matrix and evaluate each project
• Project Prioritization List
• Funding and Implementation Plan
• Draft Master Plan
• One (1) meeting with the Town to review the Draft Master Plan
STEP #4: FINALIZE AND PRESENT THE FINAL PLAN
TASK T: FINAL MASTER PLAN
Based upon comments received from the Town
and SAC, the THK team will make one (1) round of
revisions to the Draft Master Plan Following these
revisions, the Final Master Plan document will be
provided to the Town of Fraser in a digital format.
TASK U: PUBLIC WORKSHOP #3
The third and final public workshop will be held in
the spring to present the Final Master Plan to the
community.
TASK V: STAKEHOLDER ADVISORY
COMMITTEE (SAC) MEETING #3
The third SAC meeting will be held the same day as
Public Workshop #3. This meeting will present the
Final Master Plan to the SAC and allow the SAC any
final thoughts.
Deliverables: All deliverables will reflect decisions
made and items produced during Step #4.
• Final Master Plan document
• Public Workshop #3
• One (1) meeting with the stakeholder advisory
committee (SAC) to review Final Master Plan
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THK’s recent Big Dry Creek Recreation and Floodplain Restoration Master Plan for the City of Thornton defined a vision for the Big Dry Creek corridor through public engagement, detailed environmental research and creative recreational planning
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STEP #5: DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS FOR PHASE 1
IMPLEMENTATION
TASK W: DEMONSTRATION PROJECT SELECTION
For the Phase 1 Project, the THK Team has elected to propose a Demonstration Project to showcase
recommendations from the master plan, build momentum for future implementation of master plan
projects and help the Town apply for additional sources of funding. The THK Team will work with the Town
throughout the master planning process to select a suitable location for this Demonstration Project. The
location should be highly visible, accessible and could be a “High Priority Project” identified during Task Q.
TASK X: DEMONSTRATION PROJECT DESIGN
The scope of the final Demonstration Project Design shall be determined by the Town and the THK Team
during the master planning process (see Task W). Experience on other similar Demonstration Projects
has shown that the most successful projects are not always a stand-alone construction project. They are
the projects that represent the goals and ideas of the Town and community and that build momentum
for the funding of future projects. That is why it is vital to fully understand the priorities of the Town, the
community and their ongoing efforts before a scope can be finalized.
The THK Team will work with the Town to develop a comprehensive scope for the selected
Demonstration Project that will ensure an agreed upon design is “shovel ready” as part of this planning
grant. The THK Team has worked closely with contractors operating in the area and may suggest that the
Town engage the contractor in this process to facilitate a Design Build or CMGC construction approach.
This approach will only be taken with the Town’s approval and in an effort to save them time and money
during the construction documentation phase.
Step #5 Deliverables: All deliverables will reflect decisions made and items produced during Step #5.
• Demonstration Project Construction Documents
THK worked with CPW to focus restoration efforts on highly visible stretch of Fish Creek in Estes Park to build community support and increase habitat
Volunteers become a part of the demonstration project on THK’s Wetland Restoration on Fountain Creek
Community supports continued health of THK demonstration project along Monument Creek in Colorado Springs
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Our consultant team, consisting of THK Associates, Grand Environmental, Gatesman Environmental,
Divide Environmental and Matrix Design Group have partnered on this project to provide the Town of
Fraser with a holistic vision for the Cozen’s Ranch Opens space that balances recreation needs with
environmental concerns. Each team member will provide the following services:
• THK - Planning, Landscape Architecture, Public Outreach and Project Management
• Grand Environmental - Environmental Study, Design and Permitting
• Gatesman Environmental - Geo-chemical Analysis and Environmental Education
• Divide Environmental - Macro-invertebrate Study
• Matrix Design Group - Engineering services will be conducted on an as needed basis
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Founded in 1969, THK Associates, Inc. is a market research, landscape architecture, planning and urban design firm that assists public and
private clients in making informed and realistic planning and design
decisions. THK serves its clients throughout the United States with a broad
base of professional skills and a multi-disciplinary team approach.
THK is distinguished by its balanced emphasis on the environmental, political, social and economic
factors of a given project. For 48 years, THK has been a leader in the planning and design of public
spaces, transportation corridors, regional trails, parks and private development of all kinds that enhance
communities’ quality of life.
We have completed and maintain many ongoing comprehensive and detailed design projects along major
river corridors throughout the Colorado Rocky Mountains and the Colorado Front Range. For the last
17 years, the process of developing public projects has averaged about 60% of THK’s yearly workload.
Currently, THK is working on over 100 miles of river corridor, parks and open space restoration.
Over the last 15 years, THK has been responsible for the design and/or restoration of over 60 parks and
recreation projects in the Western United States. These projects are accomplished through an inclusive,
collaborative, planning and design process that identifies and mitigates potential land and user conflicts.
Stakeholder and community support creates project
momentum, and with this momentum THK helps
communities develop project partnerships to implement
early action projects. In the last five years, THK assisted
the City of Denver and the Greenway Foundation with
developing partnerships that led to $25 million dollars
of improvements on nine miles along the South Platte
River through Denver. The restoration and recreation
design efforts put forth during the Platte River Vision
project resulted in the reception of the 2016 Colorado
Association of Stormwater and Floodplain Managers’
Grand Award for Engineering Excellence.
THK understands that the primary objective for the
Cozens Open Space Master Plan is to develop a long-
term vision for river-corridor management that enables
recreational and municipal improvements to proceed
while conserving and enhancing river-riparian resources. Our understanding develops from similar
projects where waterway improvements, recreation and access to the water were primary objectives for
the community including:
• The Clear Creek Greenway - Over 15 years of planning and community input to create regional
connections between towns throughout Clear Creek County while improving the Clear Creek
watershed and creating connections to the creek for rafters, kayakers and fishermen.
• The South Platte River Corridor Master Plan through downtown Denver - Creating a network of
parks and regional trails to connect downtown Denver along the South Platte River.
• Big Dry Creek Recreation and Flood Restoration Master Plan - Connecting existing parks and
schools with a master planned regional trail with environmental play and learning opportunities.
• Hall Ranch Open Space Restoration - Following the 2013 floods, THK and Matrix developed
restoration plans for over a mile of river above the Town of Lyons, CO.
DESCRIPTION OF FIRM
Bringing people to the River through interactive design and signage
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KEVIN SHANKS, RLA, ASLA
Principal / Project Manager
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
• Clear Creek County Parks, Recreation, Tourism and Open
Space Master Plan – Clear Creek County, CO
• Clear Creek County Comprehensive Plan - Clear Creek
County, CO
• Clear Creek Greenway Master Plan - Clear Creek County,
CO
• Clear Creek Greenway Trail Design: Empire - Hidden
Valley - Clear Creek County, CO
• I-70 Context Sensitive Solutions - Morrison to Glenwood
Springs, CO
• I-70 Aesthetic Guidance - Morrison to Glenwood Springs,
CO
• Riverside Park Flood Recovery Master Plan - Evans, CO
• River North and River South (South Platte River)
Greenway Master Plans – Denver, CO
• Platte River Vision Implementation Plan - Denver, CO
• Fountain Creek Corridor Restoration Master Plan including
Pueblo Springs Ranch and Eco-Fit Park – Colorado Springs
to Pueblo, CO
• Fish Creek Flood Recovery Master Plan - Estes Park, CO
• Upper Fountain Creek and Cheyenne Creek Watershed
Master Plan - Pueblo, CO
• Midland Greenway Master Plan – Colorado Springs, CO
• Mineral Palace Park Renovation Master Plan – Pueblo, CO
• Clear Springs Ranch Open Space Master Plan – El Paso
County, CO
• Old Town Clifton Overlay District and Transportation Plan
- Clifton, CO
• Gross Reservoir Recreation Management Plan – Denver,
CO
• Ute Pass Regional Trail Master Plan - El Paso County, CO
• Trinidad Trails, Greenway and Open Space Master Plan
- Trinidad, CO
• Fountain Creek Open Space and Trail Master Plan –
Pueblo, CO
• Pueblo Historic Eastside Greenway – Pueblo, CO
• Front Range Trail through Clear Springs Ranch – El Paso
County, CO
• Kinney Run Trail Master Plan – Golden, CO
• City of Lone Tree Trails Master Plan – Lone Tree, CO
• City of Thornton Parks, Recreation and Open Space
Master Plan – Thornton, CO
• Emerald Mountain Special Recreation Management Plan –
Douglas County, CO
For the last 36 years, Mr. Shanks has been a Senior Landscape Architect and Project Manager for
THK Associates, Inc. He is experienced in land use planning, project master planning, preliminary
and detailed site design, graphic presentation, construction documentation, specification writing,
irrigation design and construction administration. In addition to his project responsibilities,
he is Vice-President and Principle of THK, managing the Landscape Architecture and Planning
Departments and overseeing all design and planning projects undertaken by the firm.
Mr. Shanks has extensive park, recreation, open space and trail master planning experience. He
has managed many regional park, athletic field, playground, recreation and open-space master
plans. He has lead multi-discipline teams in order to provide planning and design services for
parks master planning efforts. Additionally, Mr. Shanks has extensive site planning and design
experience. Beyond the initial planning effort, moving the project forward through construction is
a hallmark of his experience.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in
Landscape Architecture,
Iowa State University
REGISTRATIONS
RLA - State of Colorado
RLA - State of Iowa
MEMBERSHIPS
American Society of
Landscape Architects
Douglas County Conservation
District Supervisor
Gateway Park Design Review
Committee
FIRM RESUMES
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SARAH MOLL, RLA, ASLA
Senior Landscape Architect
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
• Grant Frontier Park and Regional Trail -
Denver, CO
2016 CASFM Grand Award for
Engineering Excellence
• Pasquinel’s Landing Park - Denver, CO
• Clear Creek Greenway Design: Empire to
Hidden Valley - Clear Creek County, CO
• Old Game Check Station Trail Head -
Clear Creek County, CO
• Colorado Boulevard Reconstruction -
Idaho Springs, CO
• Courtney-Riley-Cooper Park and Clear
Creek Greenway - Idaho Springs, CO
• Dumont Trail Head and Creek Access
(Clear Creek Greenway) - Dumont, CO
• Legacy Loop Plaza, Regional Trail and
Monument Creek Access - Colorado
Springs, CO
• Centennial Boulevard Extension and
Bikeway - Colorado Springs, CO
• Sherpa Trail - Colorado Springs, CO
Sarah Moll is a registered Landscape Architect and project manager with over 14 years of
experience. She is experienced in the detailed design and construction of natural areas,
constructed wetlands, trails, creek and river access, appropriate plant selection and design for
the Colorado Front Range, parks and open space, streetscapes, urban spaces and landscape on
structures. Ms. Moll has a knack for site engineering and cleaver design solutions. She is also
well versed with project management, LEED documentation, construction documentation
and administration and Colorado Water Law. Ms. Moll’s strict attention to detail has proved
invaluable to the final result of her projects.
MEMBERSHIPS
American Society of
Landscape Architects Council
Denver Trout Unlimited
MEMBERSHIPS
American Society of
Landscape Architects Council
Denver Trout Unlimited
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in
Landscape Architecture,
Colorado State University
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in
Landscape Architecture,
Colorado State University
BRANDON PARSONS, ASLA
Design Lead
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
• Big Thompson River Corridor Master
Plan - Loveland, CO
• Fish Creek Corridor River Restoration
and Trail Design - Estes Park, CO
• Big Dry Creek Recreation and Floodplain
Restoration Master Plan - El Paso
County, CO
• Clear Creek Greenway - Clear Creek
County, CO
• Twin Tunnel / Old Game Check Trailhead
- Clear Creek County, CO
• Pasquinel’s Landing Park - Denver, CO
• Grant Frontier Park - Denver, CO
• Sherpa Trail Design - Colorado Springs,
CO
• St. Vrain Greenway - Longmont, CO
• Estes Priority Projects - Estes Park, CO
Brandon Parsons is experienced in innovative and responsible design, represented through
engaging public presentations, graphic representations, conceptual site design, ecologic
restoration, construction documentation and detailing, as well as project coordination and
management. During his time at THK Associates, Inc. Mr. Parsons has taken a lead role in
many of THK’s most comprehensive greenway trail projects, including designing over 15
miles of trail and has contributed heavily to planning, design and construction of the Fish
Creek Corridor, Clear Creek Greenway, St. Vrain Greenway and the South Platte River Trail.
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EDUCATION
Masters in
Policy Management,
Georgetown University
Bachelor of Arts in
Public Policy,
University of Maryland
RANDALL NAVARRO, MPM
Executive Director, CCGA, Public Outreach / Funding
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
• Riverside Park Master Plan- Evans, CO
• Fish Creek Corridor River Restoration
and Trail Design - Estes Park, CO
• Clear Creek Greenway - Clear Creek
County, CO
• Twin Tunnel / Old Game Check Trailhead
- Clear Creek County, CO
• Ute Pass Regional Trail Master Plan - El
Paso County, CO
• John Meade Park Master Plan - Cherry
Hills Village, CO
• Courtney-Ryley Cooper Park - Idaho
Springs, CO
Randall Navarro is the Executive Director of the Clear Creek Greenway Authority, a
501(c)(3) that guides economic development through the Clear Creek Corridor through
recreation. He has managed and facilitated design teams and design efforts for several
projects throughout Colorado. Mr. Navarro’s ability to clearly translate technical data
and information into easy to understand concepts for public dispersal has been integral
in the successful completion of several contentious design projects. Additionally, Mr.
Navarro excels at identifying funding resources and helping to complete competitive grant
applications that lead to successful grant awards.
MEMBERSHIPS
American Society of
Landscape Architects
Colorado Native Plant Society
Wilderness Restoration
Volunteers
EDUCATION
Bachelor in Landscape
Architecture,
Texas A&M University
ELLIE GARZA, ASLA
Landscape Designer
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
• Big Thompson River Corridor Master
Plan - Loveland, CO
• Riverside Park Flood Recovery Master
Plan and Final Design - Evans, CO
• Big Dry Creek Recreation and Flood
Restoration Master Plan
• Clear Creek Greenway - Clear Creek
County, CO
• Colorado Boulevard Reconstruction -
Idaho Springs, CO
• Courtney-Riley-Cooper Park and Clear
Creek Greenway - Idaho Springs, CO
• Legacy Loop Plaza, Regional Trail and
Monument Creek Access - Colorado
Springs, CO
After receiving her BLA from Texas A&M University, Ellie has gained valuable experience
working on a multitude of public parks, trails, community areas and river restoration projects
with THK Associates, Inc. Ellie’s professional practice has focused on the communication
aspects of design in the form of public engagement and construction documentation. Her
background allows her to be able to assess the different needs of a community and to
prepare successful site plan solutions and programs.
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Grand Environmental Services (GES) is partnering with THK
Associates, Inc. for the Cozens Ranch Open Space Fraser River
Corridor Master Plan because of our understanding of how to manage land and water in the Colorado Highcountry. Our
project experience includes work with water-supply and wastewater
infrastructure, parks and shoreline landscaping, trails, roads and
utility crossings and agricultural land restoration. Our multi-disciplinary approach builds on a deep
understanding of natural-resource management and regulations, while applying creative solutions to
project design and a hands-on, collaborative approach to project development.
GES is a small, field-oriented team and
as capable technical managers, we can
augment our strengths with strategic
partners for cost-effective project
solutions depending upon client needs.
This can include scientific specialties
as well as engineering, larger scale
excavation and construction, or we
can join larger teams in collaborative
efforts.
The Cozens Ranch Open Space Fraser
River Corridor Master Plan project has
a number of challenges in terms of
river corridor history and ecological
trajectory along with wonderful
opportunities for community use. With
this in mind, GES is contracting two
local specialists to augment the THK
Team:
1. Tiffany Gatesman of Gatesman Environmental in Tabernash has recently moved back to the Fraser
Valley after completing her Master’s studies in environmental chemistry at the University of Alaska.
We’ve asked her to help us with river-water quality analysis and development of geochemical aspects
of our river-riparian model for the Cozens project corridor. In addition, as a former science teacher
at Middle Park High, Tiffany is uniquely qualified to guide our technical follow through with the
Fraser community, able to promote a “citizen science” approach to long-term baseline monitoring for
recreational projects and Learn By Doing efforts by Trout Unlimited and other groups.
2. Ryan Lokteff of Divide Environmental and Mapping in Grand Lake has been involved in local GIS-
based watershed science and macroinvertebrate monitoring for several years. As Executive Director
of Grand County Water information Network, Ryan oversaw county wide water quality monitoring
including sampling for real-time and laboratory analyses, lake-clarity (Secchi Disk) analyses and
macroinvertebrate communities. In addition, his local field experience with EGSD Watershed and
Bug Weeks including the Fraser River and, along with Tiffany, will be valuable promoting “citizen
science” efforts within the Fraser community including determining baseline conditions for Learn by
Doing efforts by Trout Unlimited and other groups.
Grand Environmental will collaborate with Tiffany and Ryan as adjunct scientists, overseeing all analyses
and reporting.
DESCRIPTION OF SUBCONSULTANTS
Grand Environmental has extensive knowledge of the Cozens Open Space in Winter Park, Colorado.
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GEOFF ELLIOTT
Earth Scientist
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Earth
Science
Master of Science in Geology
CERTIFICATIONS
Certified Professional in
Erosion and Sediment Control
(CPESC # 5082)
OSHA 40-Hour Certified
Hazards Identification and
Communication for the On-
Shore Oil & Gas Industry
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
• Developing New Partnerships with
Rotary + River Watch + GLOBE - CO
• Restoring River Resiliency after the
2013 Colorado Floods, Lessons We
Might Learn (Maybe) Presentation -
Lakewood, CO
• Riparian Plumbing Repair for Watershed
Resilience Presentation- CO
• Riparian Groundwater Monitoring Sheds
Light on Wetland Impacts from Moffat-
Gross Trans-mountain Diversions -
Grand through Boulder County, CO
• Rapid Assessment, Restoration Design,
and Wetland Permitting for three
river-restoration projects on the Big
Thompson River
TIFFANY GATESMAN
Environmental Chemist, Gatesman Environmental
Tiffany Gatesman has been involved in natural resource science and education for 11 years.
She specializes in water quality surveys, wetland research, data analysis, document writing,
and environmental education and outreach. Prior land management and survey experience
involved working with private land owners, county governments, and federal governments.
Mrs. Gatesman has extensive experience with education and outreach through secondary
education, professional research presentations, and environmental outreach benefiting local
communities.
MEMBERSHIPS
Upper Colorado River
Watershed Group Board
Member
American Water Resource
Association
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Water
Resource Management - Soil
and Wetland Science,
University of Wisconsin
Master of Science in
Environmental Chemistry,
University of Alaska
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
• Earth Science and Biology Secondary
Teacher 2012-2014 – Granby, CO
• Data collection and analysis – Grand
Lake, CO, Stevens Point, WI, Portage, WI,
Fairbanks, AK, Elko, NV
• Construction inspection for compliance
with erosion and storm water control
plans - Dane County, WI
• Trout habitat surveys – Elko, NV
• Endangered wetland species surveys –
Portage, WI, Elko, NV
• Geochemical Hydrological Modeling –
Fairbanks, AK
• Design, construction, and research of
bioretention basins – Stevens Point, WI
• River bank land use mapping survey
(UWSP)
Geoff Elliott is a seasoned field scientist adept at reconnaissance environmental assessment
guiding project development, cost-effective scope of work, and understanding team
needs. Geoff has extensive experience with Environmental Impact Assessments, Special-
Use permitting, and 404/Wetland permitting. His experience includes several years
teaching interdisciplinary teams fundamentals of NEPA project development and editorial
management. Geoff has particular interest in improving water intakes in river/riparian
systems settings. Geoff has a broad background in a variety of settings and habitats – from
urban and industrial utilities to high elevation agriculture in the Andes, from energy sector to
ski runs, boathouses, fly-fishing. Geoff is also a member of the Rotary International Cadre of
Technical Advisors to the Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene Rotary Action Group (WASHRAG)
where he was tasked with developing kid-friendly watershed assessment tools to support
Global Grants.
SUBCONTRACTOR RESUMES
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SCOTT SCHRIEBER, P.E.
Civil / Hydraulic Engineer
Scott is a Water Resource Engineer at Matrix Design Group and has 10 years of experience
with a very diverse background in civil engineering. Scott’s water resources experience
includes stormwater management design, water budget analysis, stream restoration, Clean
Water Act permitting, corridor planning studies, land development, groundwater studies,
athletic field design, LOMR submittals, LID and LEED designs, and drainage infrastructure
design. Also being the President of Denver Trout Unlimited and on the CWCB Metro
Roundtable he has his finger on the pulse of water activities in Colorado. He has experience
in all phases of a project from writing of proposals and budgets to design and analysis to
construction observation.
RYAN LOKTEFF
GIS Watershed, Divide Environmental & Mapping
Ryan Lokteff of Divide Environmental and Mapping in Grand Lake has been involved in
local GIS-based watershed science and macroinvertebrate monitoring for several years. As
Executive Director of Grand County Water information Network, Ryan oversaw county wide
water quality monitoring including sampling for real-time and laboratory analyses, lake-
clarity (Secchi Disk) analyses, and macroinvertebrate communities. In addition, his local
field experience with EGSD Watershed and Bug Weeks including the Fraser River and, along
with Tiffany, will be valuable promoting “citizen science” efforts within the Fraser community
including determining baseline conditions for Learn by Doing efforts by Trout Unlimited and
other groups.
EDUCATION
Masters of Science in
Watershed Science, Utah
State University
EDUCATION
Master of Science,
Environmental Fluid
Mechanics and Water
Resources Engineering,
Georgia Tech
Bachelor of Science, Civil
Engineering, Virginia Tech
CERTIFICATIONS
American Fisheries Society:
2009 - Present
American Geophysical Union:
2010 - 2015
REGISTRATIONS
PE - State of Colorado
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
• Grand County Water Information
Network - Grand Lake, CO
• Fraser River Source Water Protection
Plan - Grand County, CO
• National Aquatic Monitoring Center
automated watershed delineation and
watershed spatial statistics through
python, sample design prep, and map
creation
• Upper Colorado River Watershed Group
GIS mapping
• Outstanding Grand Lake GIS mapping
• Fraser River Source Water Protection
Partnership GIS mapping
• Stream temperature, aquatic
macroinvertebrate, lake clarity, and
water quality monitoring across Grand
County, CO
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
• Fish Creek Public Infrastructure Project,
Estes Park, CO
• Monument Creek Stream Restoration
Plan
• Witter Gulch Hydrologic and Hydraulic
Evaluation
• Stone Creek Restoration Master Plan
• Williamsburg Env Group
• St. Vrain Greenway Pedestrian Bridge
and Trail Repairs
• CDOT I-70 Peak Period Shoulder Lane,
CO
• Copper Mountain Stormwater
Management Plan, Colorado
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SOUTH PLATTE RIVER GREENWAY CORRIDOR
Denver, Colorado
Since 1974, the City and County
of Denver, The Greenway
Foundation and other partners
have invested over $100 million
dollars in the South Platte River
Corridor, resulting in over $10
billion dollars of residential
and commercial development. THK Associates has provided
consulting services on the South Platte River for decades. In
2008, THK and The Greenway Foundation created new master
plans for the entire South Platte River Greenway Corridor through
the City and County of Denver. This effort included the River South
Greenway Master Plan, River North Greenway Master Plan and
the River Vision Implementation Plan. The corridor master plans
included vision master planning, funding and implementation,
design development and construction documentation of more
than 9 miles of greenway trail and river corridor improvements
along the South Platte River. In the last five years, based on
THK’s master plans, over $25 million dollars has been raised for
improvements on the river.
Since the beginning, this process has included an emphasis on community participation, recreation, in channel boating
improvements, floodplain restoration and economic
development. Currently, the South Platte River corridor is the
most desirable recreational amenity in the City of Denver.
As a part of the master plan, THK
developed the concepts for five early
implementation projects. In the last two
years alone, THK has taken three of the five early implementation projects, Pasquinels Landing Park, Grant Frontier
Park and the RINO Pedestrian Bridge
to final construction. Other teams used
THK’s design concepts for Johnson Habitat
Park and Confluence Park to develop final
construction documents. Key elements of
the design, on all projects, focus on opening
up the floodplain, enhancing river access,
restoring wetland and riparian habitat,
improving fishing, improving boating,
fostering environmental education and
youth engagement, all while expanding the
city’s connectivity through an expansion of
regional trail.
What began as a master plan has developed into a network of active recreational trails, connections to the South Platte River and interpretive play areas that promote interaction and imagination.
Client: City of Denver
Reference: Jeff Shoemaker, President
The Greenway Foundation
5299 DTC Blvd., Suite 710
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
jeff.shoemaker@gnwy.org
(303)818-8078
PROJECT EXPERIENCE
River access jetty at Pasquinel’s Landing Park, Denver, Colorado
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For this project, THK
Associates developed a master
plan for 6 miles of the Big Dry
Creek corridor between I-25
and 160th Avenue. While the
city of Thornton had already
created ‘pearls’ of open spaces
along the South Platte River and Niver Creek, Big Dry Creek
was the last remaining ‘open space pearl’ needed to create
a complete system of open space corridors in Thornton.
Big Dry Creek provides outstanding opportunities for
passive recreation and wildlife habitat and encompasses
almost 300 acres of open space areas that have been
preserved through acquisition by Thornton and Adams
County.
The master plan assessed these publicly-owned parcels
from hydraulic, geomorphic, environmental, social and
recreational standpoints and created a framework for
these areas to be connected both to each other and to the
larger networks of trails, parks and open spaces. The key
to creating an effective and implementable framework in
the master plan was to understand that successful riparian
corridors are complex systems that
cannot be completely ‘controlled.’
By preserving and protecting a
wide corridor that the Creek could
move within without negatively
impacting infrastructure (such as
roads and buildings), we were also
able to create a plentiful wildlife
habitat alongside recreational
amenities including a regional trail
system and environmental learning
opportunities.
BIG DRY CREEK RECREATION AND FLOODPLAIN RESTORATION MASTER PLAN
El Paso County, Colorado
Client: El Paso County
Parks Division
Reference: Paula Schulte, City of Thornton Representative
paula.schulte@cityofthornton.net
(303) 225-7844
Baseflow Water Surface
Footer Log
Log Buried in Bank:
8’-12’ Length,
16” Min. Diameter
Stabilizing Boulders
Willow or Cottonwood Stakes:
Roots Should Extend to Dry
Season Water Level
Root wad:
-Partially Embed into
Channel Bottom
-Orient Upstream
-Partially Submerge
Sharp oxbow turns created by straightening the channel on either side of a parcel along Big Dry Creek. Image captured by THK via drone.
Bank erosion and sedimentation issues along Big Dry Creek
Master Plan infographic explaining bank stabilization measures
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FOUNTAIN CREEK CORRIDOR RESTORATION MASTER PLAN
Colorado Springs to Pueblo, Colorado
In 2010, THK established a revitalization concept vision for 46 miles
of Fountain Creek between Colorado Springs and the confluence with
the Arkansas River in Pueblo. The THK Team used their extensive
knowledge of the watershed to develop a detailed Corridor Master
Plan for El Paso and Pueblo Counties that focused on improving
watershed health, creating channel stability and restoring riparian
and wetland ecosystems while planning for recreational, educational and experimental opportunities
along the corridor. To accomplish this, the THK Team fostered a consensus between stakeholders to
create a realistic implementation plan that balanced the needs of private property owners with the needs
environmental needs essential to create a vibrate corridor.
In addition to regional restoration planning, the THK Team identified a series of potential demonstration
projects that used a unique “toolbox” of restoration and conservation techniques to identify potential
design options for each stretch of the creek. These "toolbox" items were then progressed in the final
construction documents, where four (4) demonstration projects, focusing on the restoration of Fountain
Creek and the extension of the Front Range Trail, were built along the corridor.
Demonstration Projects that have been completed by THK include:
The master plan document can be found on the Fountain Creek Watershed, Flood Control and Greenway
District’s website at: http://fountain-crk.org/studiesreports/fcw-master-plan.html
Client: Colorado Springs Utilities and The Lower Arkansas Conservancy District
Reference: Larry Small, Executive Director,Fountain Creek Watershed District
fountainckdist@aol.com
(719)447-5012
• Fountain Creek Restoration - Side Detention/
Sediment Control Project
• Fountain Creek Restoration at Clear Springs
Ranch
• Fountain Creek Restoration – Jurisdictional
Wetlands
• Fountain Creek Restoration - Frost Ranch
Trail alternatives studyFinal master plan graphic
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The Clear Creek Greenway will run alongside Clear Creek between
Jefferson County and the Continental Divide. The greenway is
envisioned to serve as the backbone of the County and tie together
communities with a string of open spaces, parks, recreational
facilities and commercial recreation providers. It will embrace the
County’s unique cultural heritage and natural environment and
provide an outstanding resource for
families, visitors and outdoor enthusiasts
to enjoy.
The concept is the development of a main
arterial trail and key open space areas
to create an interconnecting corridor of
parks, natural areas, trail connections,
recreational activities and related
amenities. Developing the Greenway as
a major natural resource and recreational
corridor will not only provide recreation
and open space, but will also improve
economic development opportunities for
the county and its municipalities.
THK has worked with Clear Creek County
for over ten (10) years to develop and
implement the master plan for this
corridor. THK is currently working on the
construction drawings for the Clear Creek
Greenway and prioritizing projects to
move into final construction.
CLEAR CREEK GREENWAY CORRIDOR
Clear Creek County, Colorado
Client: Clear Creek County
Reference: Tim Mauck, County Commissioner Clear Creek County
Tim@timmauck.com
(303)679-2312
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HIDDEN VALLEY
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REACH D:
HIDDEN VALLEY
REACH A:
EMPIRE
REACH C:
IDAHO SPRINGS - ST. MARY’S
REACH B:
DOWNIEVILLE - LAWSON - DUMONT
REACH A: EMPIRE
CHALLENGES:
• Empire Junction interchange design is unknown
• Signature Greenway Bridge
• Mixed-use development area
• Segment may need private property
• Segment may be simpler to design / build
• Multiple alignments are available
• Environmental issues
• Historical issues
• Parking
FEATURES AND DESTINATIONS:
• ~2.8 miles
• 8 potential bridge crossings
• Minton Park
• Easter Seals Camp
REACH C: IDAHO SPRINGS - ST. MARY’S
CHALLENGES:
• I-70 could be realigned with future improvements
• Narrow corridor
• Must move bikes off of I-70
• Most visible part of trail from I-70
• Opportunity to build public support for the project
• Major rafting corridor
• Few river access opportunities
• Parking
FEATURES AND DESTINATIONS:
• ~5.0 miles
(~1.1 miles through
Idaho Springs not included)
• 3 potential bridge crossings
• Water Wheel Park
• St. Mary’s Glacier
• Mt. Evans
• Forest Service Visitor Center
• Idaho Springs
• Argo Mine
• Downtown Idaho Springs
REACH D: HIDDEN VALLEY
CHALLENGES:
• Has several segments in different stages of
planning and construction
• Alternatives to current trail alignment exist
• Problem with users parking in the bike lane
• River access opportunity
• Parking
FEATURES AND DESTINATIONS:
• ~1.9 miles
• 3 potential bridge crossings
• Game Check Station Trailhead
• US 6 Trailhead
• Access to Central City
REACH B: DOWNIEVILLE-LAWSON-DUMONT
CHALLENGES:
• Private property may be needed for ROW
• Right-of-way is available, but not along the creek
• Has creek access - potential to improve access
• Connectivity to retail
• Neighborhood support? Sections of the trail are in
neighbhorhoods
• Connections to retail
• Impacts to neighborhoods
• Different alignments have different user experience
• Parking
FEATURES AND DESTINATIONS:
• ~4.3 miles
• 9 potential bridge crossings
• Lawson White Water Park
• Colorado Adventure Park
• Trailhead at Philadephia Mill Site
INFORMAL
TRAIL
SEPARATED
TRAIL
8’ WIDE
MISSING
CONNECTION
AT USFS
SEPARATED
TRAIL
8’ & 10’ WIDE
SECTIONS
ON STREET ON STREET
INFORMAL
TRAIL ON STREET
CLEAR CREEK COUNTY
CDOT
CENTRAL CITY
CCMRD
CC COUNTY OPEN SPACE
CCGA
CLEAR CREEK COUNTY
IDAHO SPRINGS
CDOT
YORK GULCH NEIGHBORHOOD
FALL RIVER ROAD NEIGHBORHOOD
ST. MARY’S GLACIER NEIGHBORHOOD
CCMRD
USFS
CCGA
CLEAR CREEK COUNTY
DOWNIEVILLE-LAWSON-DUMONT NEIGHBORHOODS
CC COUNTY OPEN SPACE
PRIVATE PROPERTY OWNERS
CCMRD
CCGA
CLEAR CREEK COUNTY
EMPIRE
CDOT
PRIVATE PROPERTY OWNERS
CCMRD
CCGA
TRAIL DESIGN
REACHES
EXISTING TRAIL
CONDITIONS
POTENTIAL PARTNERS
BY REACH
EMPIRE
DOWNIEVILLE - LAWSON - DUMONT
BELLEVIEW
MOUNTAIN
NOT INCLUDED IN
THIS PROJECT
ST. MARY’S
GLACIER
SANTA FE
MOUNTAIN
March 09,2016
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WHEEL
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MINTON PARK
SADDLEBACK
MOUNTAIN
IDAHO SPRINGS
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TYPICAL SECTION 11.10.2015
STAND ALONE TRAIL CONDITION
CLEAR CREEK GREENWAY TRAIL
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Section graphic depicting trail impact and implementation process
Graphic of the extents of the Clear Creek Greenway Corridor
Cozens Ranch Open Space Fraser River Corridor Master Plan38
Riverside Park is a 100+ acre regional park that is
located adjacent to the South Platte River that was
destroyed by the flood events that ravaged Colorado
in September 2013. The Park featured baseball
fields, multi-use recreation fields, playgrounds,
basketball courts, pavilions and a fishing area. The
basic concept for the restoration of the Park included
reconnecting the floodplain and the river.
The master planning process included an extensive
public process that included a 3-day design
charrette, site tours, public meetings, public events
and council meetings. Similar to Cozens Ranch
Open Space, the City of Evans identified some additional property that could possibly be purchased and
integrated into the park master plan. THK included design for this additional property as a chapter in the
master plan in case the City was able to acquire it. Many of the same design features
that the Town of Fraser has identified for Cozens Ranch Open Space were ultimately
included in the design of Riverside Park, including environmental play, better river
access, habitat restoration, educational signage, trails and ADA
accessibility.
Following the approval of the master plan, THK develop final
design and construction documents. Final design includes
repairing flood damage, restoring approximately
10-acres of riparian habitat, raising the park road
and ball fields to provide additional resiliency
and balancing grading efforts to achieve a no-rise
certification in the floodplain. THK assisted the City
of Evans in securing $11 million dollars in funding for
design and construction of Riverside Park as well.
Construction in the park is slated to be completed by
November 2017.
RIVERSIDE PARK FLOOD RECOVERY MASTER PLAN AND FINAL DESIGN
South Platte River, Evans, Colorado
Client: City of Denver Reference: Nancy Salazar, Flood Recovery Manager nsalazar@evanscolorado.gov (970)475-1157
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Riverside Park Master Plan
Project Experience 39
The Big Thompson Master Plan encompasses a 9-mile section of
the Big Thompson River through the City of Loveland. This stretch
of riverfront is an amazing resource for the citizens of Loveland,
with broad undeveloped floodplains, trails, parks and open space.
The 2013 flood caused damages along the corridor from undersized
crossings, out of bank flows and erosion, among other factors. While
some portions of the river support healthy riparian vegetation and have habitat that would be suitable for
aquatic organisms, other portions are more degraded due to disconnection of the river and floodplain,
bank erosion and limitations on available water due to upstream diversions that dry out the river through
Loveland.
THK is helping the City of Loveland to develop a long-term vision for the Big Thompson River Corridor
and to develop plans for enhancements that can be implemented in a phased manner in the coming
decades. A major objective of this effort is to increase the benefits that the river and corridor provide to
the citizens of Loveland by providing additional open space and recreational opportunities and enhancing
natural habitat for aquatic and terrestrial wildlife, all while improving the level of flood protection and
resiliency.
Through this planning and engineering effort, the City intends to transform the corridor into a landmark
for the City, a recreational destination, a haven for wildlife in the midst of an urban environment and a
more resilient river corridor. Most importantly, the River Corridor Master Plan will build on recent flood
recovery efforts to identify potential projects that will reduce the flood hazards along the Big Thompson
River, and provide additional protection of the health, safety, and welfare of the community. Through this
project, the ultimate vision for the Big Thompson River corridor through Loveland is a fully “Connected
Corridor.” This Corridor includes a network of interconnected greenways, parks, open space and natural
areas that provide the public with opportunities for recreation and interaction with the river and nature.
BIG THOMPSON RIVER CORRIDOR MASTER PLAN
City of Loveland, Colorado
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7 High Pasture at CR 9E & CR 20C
8 High Pasture N. BT River/E. CR 9E
9 Medium Abandoned Sugar Plant Ponds
12 Medium BT River E. of CR 9E
13 Low Wetland E. of CR 9E, N of 402
14 Medium Uplands/Wetlands E. of CR 9E
15 Low Wetland Adjacent to CR 9E
16 High Gravel Ponds near CR 9E
17 Medium Ponds W. of CR 9E, N of River
18 Low Pond & Wetland S. of CR 20
19 Medium BT River W. of CR 9E
20 Medium Stock Pond E. of CR 9E
21 Medium Weedy Field Adjacent to BT River
22 High Gravel Ponds N. of 18th Street
23 Medium BT River E. of Boise
24 High BT River W. of Boise
25 Low Drainage E. of St. Louis
26 Low Field at 14th & Lincoln *
27 Medium Pond & Field E. of St. Louis
28 Medium Pond near River & St. Louis
29 Medium BT River at Lincoln *
30 Medium BT River near Old Fairgrounds *
31 Medium Wetland near Old Fairgrounds
32 Medium Ponds W. of Lincoln, S. of River
38 Medium Grassy Field E. of Taft
39 Low Cattail Drainage W. of Taft *
40 High Ponds between RR & Taft
41 Low Field N. of BT River, E. of RR
42 Medium BT River W. of RR
43 Medium BT River E. of Taft
44 Medium BT River W. of Taft *
56 High Ponds near BT River & Wilson
57 Medium Field W. of Taft, N. of River
58 High Ponds near Wilson & CR 19E
59 High BT River W. of Wilson
60 Medium BT River at CR 19E
61 Medium BT River W. of CR 19E
62 Low Orchard at Namaqua & W. 1st
63 Low Prairie Dog Colony near Butte *
64 Low Mariana Butte *
65 Medium Small Lake N. of Boedecker Lake
66 Low Drainage Ditch NW of Boedecker
67 Low Pasture near Golf Course
68 High Ponds S. of 34 & West Ridge Dr. *
69 Medium Westernmost BT River Site
70 Medium BT River near Golf Course
71 Low Pasture/Pond N. of Golf Course
72 Low Gravel Pond N./Mariana Butte
73 Low Pond W. CR 19E, S. Hwy. 34
74 Low Hogback
138 Low Rist Benson Lake *
139 High Gravel Pit Ponds
140 Low Reclaimed Gravel Pits & Active Mining
141 Medium Commercial Tree Nursery
143 Low Upland Grassland & Trees
144 Low Gravel Pit Pond and Grassland
145 Medium Gravel Pit Ponds,Grassland & Disturbed
146 High Gravel Pit Pond, Wetlands & Upland Grasslands
147 High for all but Mining (Low)Ponds, Pasture/Wetland Meadow, Hayfield, & Mining
Client: City of Loveland
Reference: Chris Carlson,
City Civil Engineer
chris.carlson@cityofloveland.org
(303)962-2774
GIS mapping for the Big Thompson River Corridor existing site analysis
Cozens Ranch Open Space Fraser River Corridor Master Plan40
Grand Environmental Services (GES) worked with WPRWSD to
improve their (Lyons) augmentation water-intake system on the
Fraser River after beaver had complicated upstream hydrology. With
recommendations from Trout Unlimited, we focused on a river location at the WPWSD Pumphouse #7
which offered a shorter, more efficient path from river to ponds.
Challenges included channel elevations (the river thalweg was lower than the pond surface), and
unstable river bank caving as much as a foot a year, and a road and trail crossing the pipeline project area.
Our solution was to work with local engineers (JVA) and excavators (Conroy) to install a boulder cross
vane to raise the river bed to meet preferred pipeline elevation (to satisfy WPRWSD water rights during
low flows while not impacting road and trail alignment), and a boulder J-hook to deflect flows away from
the unstable bank.
The project conserves water resources, improves oxygenation and temperatures in the Lyons
augmentation ponds, and offers new, family-friendly fishery habitat.
WINTER PARK RANCH AUGMENTATION POND INTAKE IMPROVEMENTS
Cozens Open Space at Pumphouse #7, Winter Park, Colorado
Client: Winter Park Ranch Water and Sanitation District
Winter Park Ranch looking upstream previous conditions -2012 Winter Park Ranch looking upstream after improvements - 2016
Winter Park Ranch looking downstream after improvements - 2016
Project Experience 41
Grand Environmental Services (GES) helped the Town of Hot Sulphur
Springs with a pre-acquisition environmental assessment of the
Pioneer Park property as part of GOCO-funded purchase from the
Union Pacific Railroad in the early 2000’s; we then worked with the community to prepare a GOCO-
funded River Corridor Master Plan in 2004 including camping and day-use, river restoration, and the
Town’s municipal water treatment plan including water intake.
Master plan buildout started with designation of high-value conservation areas, identification of priority
riverbank-stabilization projects, and better definition of trails, roads, and camping areas.
GES had designed and permitted with the Corps of Engineers a new water intake system to be set under
the river bed, again funded by GOCO, when the water-treatment plant failed the Town was put under a
CDPHE boil order. Timing was good for ARRA funding so GES joined with a top-notch team of engineers,
agencies, and builders to plan, fund, and install a new state-of-the art membrane-filter water treatment
plant including the new water intake. With GES as Program Manager answering directly to the Mayor
and Town Trustees, the project was designated by CDPHE the top water-supply project in the State of
Colorado in 2010 and received Congressional Recognitions for responsible use of public funds.
Still building on the 2004 River Corridor Master
Plan, we completed detailed environmental studies
and initial designs for a pedestrian bridge over the
river, including three alternative alignments, then
secured CDOT funding and oversaw installation.
In conjunction with the successful bridge project,
we developed additional trail and day-use
amenities that earned the THK Team the Starburst
Award in 2014 “Recognizing excellence in the use
of Lottery Funds for community and conservation
projects…winners are chosen based upon the
creativity of the project, economic and social
impact on the community, and whether the project
achieved its goal.”
Improved trail crossing at vegetation-stabilized river banks
Improved trail crossing at vegetation-stabilized river banks
Camp ground improvements at Pioneer Park
PIONEER PARK RIVER CORRIDOR MASTER PLAN BUILDOUT
Town of Hot Sulphur Springs, Colorado
Client: Town of Hot Sulphur Springs
Cozens Ranch Open Space Fraser River Corridor Master Plan42
PROJECT FEES
STEP #1: COLLECTION AND QUANTIFICATION $25,776.00
STEP #3: DEVELOP AND PRESENT THE DRAFT PLAN $24,119.00
STEP #5: DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS FOR PHASE 1 IMPLEMENTATION $12,760.00
TOTAL PROJECT BUDGET - $89,994.00
STEP #4: FINALIZE AND PRESENT THE FINAL PLAN $8,228.00
STEP #2: IDENTIFICATION AND VISION $19,111.00
The THK Team has read the Town of Fraser’s successful GOCO grant application and understands that
the goal is meet a $90,000 budget. Our budget outline depicted below was built utilizing the goals
outlined in the Town’s Request For Proposal (RFP) and GOCO grant . However, the THK Team realizes
that the ultimate goal is to have a Phase 1 demonstration project prepared for future grant requests.
Since the scope of a Phase 1 project has yet to be identified, and since the desired level of environmental
and design details contained in the master plan has not been determined, the THK Team has the ability to
revise our fee schedule to reflect the Town’s specific needs while maintaining a $90,000 project budget.
For example, should the Town determine that a project website is not needed for this project, or that
certain recreational or environmental surveys not be required, those fees could be subtracted from Step
#1 and Step #3 and added to Step #5 to complete additional final design on a Phase 1 demonstration
project.
Project Schedule 43
PROJECT SCHEDULE
Task H: Existing Conditions Report
STEP #2: IDENTIFICATION AND VISION
Task J: Public Workshop #1: 2-day on-site Strategic Planning Session
Task L: Conduct Strengths, Weakness, Opportunities, Threats (SWOT) analysis
Task M: Preliminary Master Plan Concepts
Task N: Stakeholder Advisory Committee (SAC) Meeting #2
Task O: Public Workshop #2
Task P: Preferred Master Plan Concept
Task Q: Project Prioritization
Task R: Funding Plan
Task S: Draft Master Plan
STEP #4: FINALIZE AND PRESENT THE FINAL PLAN
Task T: Final Master Plan
Task U: Public Workshop #3
Task W: Demonstration Project Selection
Task X: Demonstration Project Design
STEP #5: DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS FOR PHASE 1 IMPLEMENTATION
STEP #3: DEVELOP AND PRESENT THE DRAFT PLAN
Task K: Community Survey
Task I: Create A Project Website (Optional)
Milestone
STEP #1: COLLECTION AND QUANTIFICATION
Task B: Engage Key Stakeholders
Task D: Review Existing Data
Task E: Identify and Review Existing Plans
Task F: Prepare Base Maps and Initiate Field Work
Task G: Stakeholder Advisory Committee (SAC) Meeting #1
Task C: Project Coordination
Task A: Project Stat/Kick-off Meeting
DecNov JunFebJanSeptAprAugMarOctMay
2017
ON-GOING
ON-GOING
2018
This schedule was created to not only meet the Town of Fraser’s
desired completion date, but also provide final plans in preparation
for some key grant application deadlines.
Task V: Stakeholder Advisory Committee (SAC) Meeting #3