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DCNR-2016-Plan Plan-GPM –12 Rev. 12-12 COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES BUREAU OF RECREATION AND CONSERVATION COMMUNITY CONSERVATION PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM RAILS-TO-TRAILS PLANNING PROJECTS General Information and Scope of Work Guidelines INSTRUCTIONS: The following general information and examples of specific work tasks are provided to assist in the development of a scope of work for Rails-to-Trails Feasibility Studies and Master Site Plans, mainly for converting abandoned rail lines or rail-with-trail projects. A menu of scope options is provided. Some tasks could be applicable to either of the study types. We encourage you to develop your proposed scope tailored to meet the planning needs of your project, and submit this with your grant application. If your project is selected for funding, a detailed project scope must be submitted and approved by the Bureau before proceeding with the project. I. GENERAL INFORMATION A. Before submitting a grant application and developing your scope of work, please contact the Bureaus Regional Advisor for your area of the Commonwealth to discuss your project and to develop a scope of work that meets your needs and the Bureau’s requirements. (A directory of Regional Advisors can be found in the Application Manual or by visiting the DCNR website at: www.dcnr.state.pa.us) B. Expectations of the Bureau To ensure an adequate study, the Bureau has several expectations for rail-trail studies. The purpose of your study/plan should be developed to ensure that these expectations are met. 1. Substantial citizen involvement/public participation throughout the process. 2. For feasibility studies, we expect a thorough examination and analysis of all local questions or concerns and physical and economic limitations to determine if it is feasible to develop and operate the proposed trail. If the trail is considered feasible,