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Calavera Park master-plan phase 1a tentatively awarded $201,523 LWCF grant; village to pay ~$5,000 archaeology study
Summary
Suamico officials said a Knowles-Nelson Land and Water Conservation Fund grant has tentatively selected the village for $201,523 (50% of project) to support Calavera Park master-plan Phase 1a. Trustees discussed a required archaeological study estimated at about $5,000 and timeline and agreed quotes and study details will return to the Oct. 20th,
The Village of Suamico was tentatively selected for a Knowles-Nelson Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) grant of $201,523 — a 50% match — for Calavera Park master-plan Phase 1a, Village Director Lemke told the board on Oct. 6. The phase described in the packet would relocate seven soccer fields to a north-side park parcel and is the initial step of a multi-phase master plan.
Why it matters: the LWCF award covers roughly half of the phase’s estimated cost and would make progress toward a larger master-plan vision that includes relocated soccer fields, two additional ball diamonds and expanded parking. Trustees characterized the decision as a strategic investment in park-playability, drainage improvement and long-term park planning.
Key details: Director Lemke said the tentative award amount is $201,523 as a 50% match of the total project. Because federal/state historic-preservation rules apply to LWCF projects, the village must complete a Phase 1 archaeological/cultural resources study before work begins; Lemke said the village is soliciting quotes and initial estimates for the study are “around $5,000.” She said final quotes will be presented to the board for possible approval at the Oct. 20 meeting.
Timing and scope discussion: trustees asked whether the proposal increases the number of fields; Lemke replied the plan does not add fields but re-locates existing fields to improve playing conditions and reduce spring/late-fall flooding that limits playable hours. Trustees discussed the master plan’s multi-phase nature and funding sources: Director Lemke and staff identified available park-impact fees and donations that could be applied toward the village’s 50% match. Lemke said the village has approximately $119,000 in impact fees and $56,000 in donations earmarked for parks, leaving roughly $279,000 in identified potential funding sources when combined with the LWCF award.
Archaeology and risk: Lemke said the site has a designation and that the Wisconsin Historical Society maintains a list of approved archaeologists who will perform shovel tests (roughly one test per 1/16 acre). She told trustees the study will be submitted to the State Historical Society and the village will receive a copy of results. Trustees requested follow-up information about potential consequences if a prehistoric site is found; Lemke said she would obtain that information and present it at the Oct. 20 meeting.
Board action: there was no formal vote on the LWCF award at the Oct. 6 meeting; staff will return to the board Oct. 20 with archaeological quotes and risk details before any contract award or construction authorization.
