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Attachment A Application for 1,000 Benches Project Grant City of Roseville December 2008 The City of Roseville through the Parks and Recreation division respectfully submits the following application fora 1,000 Benches Project Grant for Langton Lake in the Twin Lakes area of Roseville. The Langton Lake Pathway to Health links 10 benches along a pathway surrounding Langton Lake. The Langton Lake Pathway to Health will encourage the community to walk for transportation and to walk for personal wellbeing. • The route connects adjacent residential areas from the North, East and West. • The route promotes physical fitness opportunities for the local business community, for parents and families supporting young athletes and for members and guests of the nearby senior residential and rehabilitation facilities. • The route will link future Twin Lakes development (multi-phase) to the community at large. • The route will connect a newly approved senior co-op building with 93 units anticipated being constructed in 2009 Goal: To promote community wellness through active and healthy lifestyle choices. • The Langton Lake Pathway to Health will provide a much needed link between neighborhoods, local businesses, adult health care facilities and future residential developments. • The Langton Lake Pathway to Health will promote increased physical activity and expanded environmental awareness. • The Langton Lake Pathway to Health will serve the entire community, from young to old alike. Total Benches: 10 Route: Along Langton Lake Park pathway; travelling from North to South on the West side of the lake, with two benches along the South-East side of the lake. * All benches to be installed on City-owned Parkland eliminating the need for outside agreements with private land owners. Roseville Parks and Recreation is committed to maintaining benches and surrounding areas for the Langton Lake Pathway to Health. Destinations: Residential Neighborhoods, Park, Adult Co-Op Townhomes and Condominiums, Assisted Living Facilities, Medical Complexes, Light Industry, Historical Landmarks, Future Development (mixed use -residential, office and services, specifics yet to be determined). Populations Served: • Older Adults -serving both active and needing assistance • Working Adults -maximizing the capacity for work day wellness opportunities • Families -serving local residential neighborhoods and complexes, serving visitors to adjacent senior medical and living facilities, serving athletic event supporters Projected User levels: o Spring, Summer and Fall - 1,000-1,200/day o Winter - 250-400/day