Revised Summary Brief - CAP-21€¦ · The waterfront study area encompasses publicly owned land that stretches from the Water’s Edge Inn to the north, across the dam, and south

Town of Webb, New York

Date: February 26, 2013Elan Project No.: 11-009

Submitted by:

Saratoga Springs, NY

Funding:

“This document was prepared for the New York State Department of State

with funds provided under Title 11 of the Environmental Protection Fund.”

NYSDOS No.: T006986

Project Summary BriefWebb Waterfront Revitalization

Grant Coordination:

Planning / Design / Landscape Architecture PLLC

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Project Summary Brief Webb Waterfront Revitalization

Table of Contents

Introduction

Existing Setting

Proposed Waterfront Enhancements

Concept A

Concept B

Recommended Enhancements

Summary

Drawings:

Existing Waterfront Use Configuration

Proposed Waterfront Use Configuration – Concept Plan A

Proposed Waterfront Use Configuration – Concept Plan A

Schematic Plan

Appendix:

Constructability Report

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Introduction This summary brief represents a compilation of the project approach, findings, and concept level enhancement plan for the Town of Webb’s waterfront. The Town is a west-central Adirondack Herkimer County community rich in history and scenic beauty offering many waterside recreational opportunities. These recreational activity offerings are a substantial part of Webb’s economy and have established the Town of Webb as a four season destination within the Central Adirondack region. The goal of this study is to evaluate and provide concept level physical enhancement recommendations for the waterfront and connections to Downtown. This project is being funded through an Environmental Protection Fund Local Waterfront Revitalization Program grant from the Department of State (DOS) with project management and coordination by the Central Adirondack Partnership (CAP-21) on behalf of the Town of Webb. The Downtown area, known as the “Hamlet of Old Forge” is adjacent to the waterfront of the “Pond”. The Pond is the name given to the south shore water body of First Lake which is part of the Fulton of Chain Lakes at the point where they enter into the Moose River. The Pond and Moose River are an integral part of downtown. These waters are part of the destination experience and an active transportation route on which to travel to and from Old forge. At one time a forested shoreline, the waterfront has seen rail lines and factory buildings built and long ago removed to yield the recreational waterfront setting of open space, recreational facilities, the Town office building, lodging, marinas and docks, and private residences. These uses over the years have arrived at a site configuration that is cluttered at times both overused and underused looking worn and tired. The waterfront study area encompasses publicly owned land that stretches from the Water’s Edge Inn to the north, across the dam, and south to the access drive to Rivett’s Marina across from Park Avenue, and concluding at the lawn area on South Shore Road across from Hemmer Cottage. This study summary is not intended to be an exhaustive report but is intended to compile the findings and recommendations in a composite format that is used to compliment the included graphic depictions. ExistingSetting Several site visits by the consultants to study the existing conditions and use patterns of the waterfront coupled with input from the Project Advisory Committee (PAC), revealed the site’s assets and areas for improvement. The project committee comprised of the Project Advisory Committee (PAC), CAP 21, DOS, the Webb Town Board and Elan Planning, Design & Landscape Architecture met for six workshops to evaluate existing conditions, determine a project waterfront use program, and to resolve a concept level enhancement site plan. A summary of these existing setting analysis findings is listed below. Current Waterfront Uses:

Open lawn area – flat and sloped topography Performance area – portable stage Walkways and links to the regional Tobie Trail Vehicle parking

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Boat docking for short term transient use. Water depth to accommodate boats drafts varies along the shoreline.

Tennis courts Swimming beach Children’s play structure Town office building Canoe & kayak access points Area lighting

See the Existing Waterfront Use Configuration plan for a graphic representation of the current waterfront use delineation. Waterfront Assets:

Central location to downtown Variety of waterfront activities available Pedestrian accommodations The waterfront is a point of entry into Old Forge Intersection of major walking and paddling routes Commercial entities provide recreational activities Adjacent parking Boat docking facilities A place to swim Existing supporting infrastructure Waterfront views with open space

Waterfront Elements in need of improvement

Part of the existing infrastructure (docks, walkways, etc.) Pedestrian / Vehicle conflicts Sign clutter Barriers to access (fences, curbs, etc.) Better use configuration of waterfront uses Waterfront visibility Confined areas for canoe/kayak staging Space allotment and configuration for existing uses Enhanced landscape setting

Enhancement Opportunities:

Active waterfront Majority of the sites existing infrastructure (bulkheads, beach sand, etc.) can be

retained for beneficial use Pedestrian connections to adjacent downtown district are existing Substantial open area for festivals and events Adequate waterfront area to accommodate multiple uses Proposed enhancement plan implementation can be staged and utilize the still

serviceable existing amenities

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Existing Setting Photographs

Beach at the north shore Town parking area and grass embankement at the north shore

Dam and waterfont walk on the north shore The canoe/ kayak launch at the Town office building

The visitors centor, Town offices, beach and Tobie Trail

Tennis courts and open lawn

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Existing Setting Photographs

Central lawn area and asphalt paved Navigation Dock access

The navigation docks and Waterfront walk

Waterfront walk and bulkhead docking Main Lawn area

Existing period style light

Tobie Trail crossing the access drive at the privately owned marina

This is being funded in part by grants from New York State Department of State -Division of Costal Resources under Title 11 of the Environmental Protection Fund Act. Contract No. T006986

Prepared for: Prepared by: Webb Waterfront RevitalizationTown of Webb, NY

Existing Waterfront Use ConfigurationDate: 4/13/12

Existing Configuration Elements

1. Municipal Parking at the Pied Piper2. Town Docks & Lawn at the North end of the Waterfront3. The Covered Bridge 4. The Canoe & Kayak Launch5. The Visitors Center, Town Offices, & Parking Area6. The Beach7. Multi-use Trail (Tobie Trail)8. Tennis Courts9. Waterfront Lawn and Walkway10. Performance Lawn11. Navigation Docks12. Waterfront with Docking and Walkway13. The Main Lawn14. Marina and Waterfront Access15. South Lawn & Hill16. Lakeview Avenue17. Vista18. Existing Vehicular Connection to Marina

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ProposedWaterfrontEnhancements

The proposed waterfront enhancements are based the PAC requested uses, which at the conclusion of the Project Advisory Committee’s efforts, remained in concert with those use that currently exists. It was determined at the beginning of the study that to provide the best possible recommendations for waterfront improvements that use should drive the design of this heavily and diversely utilized area. With a focus on setting the uses as a foundation for the conceptual design recommendation, the Project Advisory Committee (PAC) went through many iterations of proposed use configurations. Ultimately arriving at two proposed Use Configuration Concepts (A & B), the PAC graphically segmented the project into similar and dissimilar uses as seen on Proposed Waterfront Use Configuration – Concept A and Concept B. ConceptA Starting at the north end of the project area, the proposed uses for the enhanced municipal parking, town docks and lawn, and the covered bridge (Elements 1 through 3 from the Existing Waterfront Use Configuration) remain the same. Concept A does recommend enhancements to the canoe and kayak launch (Element 4), located immediately to the south of the existing covered bridge and the Beach (Element 6) directly adjacent to the Town office building. Use Modifications for Concept A are as follows:

Recommendations at the launch (Element 4) include an expansion of the launch at the water’s edge to provide more dedicated room for the boat launch while alleviating the congestion of the Town office parking (Element 5), Tobie Trail, and paddle boat traffic and staging which are all currently occurring in this area.

Moving south, it is recommended that the size of the beach (Element 6) be decreased to allow more room for the Tobie Trail (Element 7) and the waterfront park (Element 9), which see substantial use.

While more detailed improvements will be provided in the Schematic Plan, there are no other use modifications recommended for the balance of the Plan (Elements 8-18). See Proposed Waterfront Use Configuration – Concept A for proposed use configuration elements. ConceptB The proposed waterfront use presented in Concept B is similar to the ideas presented in Concept A, with the exception of the proposed expansion of the kayak/ canoe launch (Element 4) and the tennis courts (Element 8). Use Modifications for Concept B are as follows:

Where Concept A proposed that the canoe/ kayak launch be expanded in place, Concept B recommends that the boat launch remain as is and that the expansion take

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place on the north side of the covered bridge to take full advantage of the Town parking (Element 1).

Moving south, it is recommended that the tennis courts (Element 8) be removed to open up views and improve connectivity throughout the park.

As with Concept A, most detailed improvements will be provided in the Schematic Plan, and there are no other use modifications recommended for the balance of the Plan (Elements 8-18). See Proposed Waterfront Use Configuration – Concept B for proposed use configuration elements.


Prepared for: Prepared by:

Proposed Waterfront Use Configuration- Concept Plan ADate: 4/13/12

Webb Waterfront RevitalizationTown of Webb, NY

Proposed Configuration Elements

1. Enhanced Municipal Parking at the Pied Piper2. Town Docks & Lawn at the North end of the Waterfront3. The Covered Bridge 4. The Canoe & Kayak Launch5. The Visitors Center, Town Offices, & Parking Area6. The Beach7. Multi-use Trail (Tobie Trail)8. Tennis Courts9. Waterfront Lawn and Walkway10. Performance Lawn11. Navigation Docks12. Waterfront with Docking and Walkway13. The Main Lawn14. Marina and Waterfront Access15. South Lawn & Hill16. Lakeview Avenue17. Vista18. Vehicle Connection to Marina

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Proposed Waterfront Use Configuration- Concept Plan BDate: 4/13/12


Proposed Configuration Elements

1. Enhanced Municipal Parking & Drop Off at the Pied Piper2. Town Docks & Lawn at the North end of the Waterfront3. The Covered Bridge 4. The Canoe & Kayak Launch5. The Visitors Center, Town Offices, & Parking Area6. The Beach7. Multi-use Trail (Tobie Trail)8. Tennis Courts (Relocated to the North Street Recreation 9. Waterfront Lawn & Walkway (Combined with Area 10.)10. Performance Lawn11. Navigation Docks12. Waterfront with Docking and Walkway13. The Main Lawn (Utilities Connections & Festival Space Improvements)14. Marina and Waterfront Access15. Parking & Landscaped Area16. Lakeview Avenue17, Vista18. Vehicle Connection to Marina

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TOBIE TRAILENHANCEMENTS:

-Area lighting-Trees

- Maintain & enhanceexisting boat tie-ups

RELOCATED MEMORIAL:-Concrete paving

-Landscape planting-Memorial display

EXISTING ANGLEDPARKING STALLS

SOUTH LAWNHILL

PARK ACCESS WALK:-Accessible route to thewaterfront-Landscape plants/buffer-Sidewalk connection toexisting parking

ACCESS DRIVE TO BOATMARINA BUSINESS

WATERFRONT WALKENHANCEMENTS:

-Utilize existing lighting theme- Upgrade power supply to lights and

provide electrical outlet access forevents

-Reset existing pavers or install new concrete paved walkway

- Maintain & enhance existing boattie-ups

MAIN LAWN / LOWER TERRACE:-Large open multi use

lower terrace-Free flowing sculpted

embankment

TOBIE TRAILENHANCEMENTS:-Timber barrier parkingseparation-Trees-Lights-Trail signage-Pavement markings

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CENTRAL PLAZA /TERRACE: OVERLOOK:-Flag pole-Water feature-Concrete paving-Retaining walls /stairs-Handicapped accessible ramp-Bike rack

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FREE FORM LINEAR WATERFRONTPLAZA:

-Earthen embankment-Freeform concrete or asphalt plaza

-Benches-Area lighting

- Enhanced pavement (decorativestamped/colored concrete,

asphalt or pavers)

EXISTING NAVIGATIONDOCKS:-Expanded boat stagingareas along waterfront walk

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STAGELOCATION

"NATURAL" WALKWAYCONNECTION TO THETOBIE TRAIL SPUR &BEACH AREA

PERFORMANCE LAWN:-Free flowing lawn panel

-Expanded paved area atwaterfront walk

TOBIE TRAIL

PUBLIC ARTINTERACTIVE

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REDEFINED BEACH AREA WITHA SHADED TREE EDGE ALONGTOBIE TRAIL- Enclosed beach area withdecorative fencing & landscaping

WATERFRONT STEPS& LAWN STAGING

AREA FOR PADDLESPORTS ENTHUSIASTS

ENHANCED KAYAK /CANOE LAUNCH:

-Expanded beach-Environmentally friendly

stabilization pavement(on land & under water)

CANOE & KAYAK LAUNCH:- Utilize existing beach forlaunch to avoid removal of

motorized boat docking spaces along bulk head

Hudson River-Black RiverRegulating district owneddocks

EXPAND WATERFRONTWALK TO EXISTING DOCKS:

-Asphalt paving-Walkway area lighting

CANOE / KAYAKDROP-OFF:-(2) automobile drop-off stalls-Handicapped accessibleroute to the waterfront-Area lights

ALTERNATIVE KAYAK/CANOE LAUNCHING POINT:

- Handicapped accessiblefloating dock and gangway

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RE-ORGANIZE PARKING AREA:-Green parking island-Reshaped parking stall layout-Maintain existing parking stall count-Sidewalk connected to coveredbridge and the waterfront walk

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TERRACE:-Paved plaza and railings

-Stair connection towaterfront

- "Old Forge" destinationsign on the embankment

(visible from road &water)

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-Preserve townparking spaces

-Turn around/hammerhead

-Drop-off parkingstalls (long and

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wayfinding &identification

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TOBIE TRAILENHANCEMENTS:-Clearly definedpedestrian circulation(pavements, pavementmarkings & signage)-Trail re-alignment-Pathway area lighting-Trees-Benches- Clearly definedpedestrian route toaccess beach

CHILDREN'S PLAY AREA WITHPARENTS PLAZA

-Play equipment-Fence enclosure

-Benches-Trees

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-Asphalt or concretepaved plaza

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traffic patterns- Bike rack

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Schematic PlanDate: 11/16/12


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RecommendedEnhancementsandSchematicDesign

The Project Advisory Committee resolved that the use configuration shown in Concept Plan B was the most appropriate for the needs and desires of the local community, visitors and local economy. The exception being the removal of the tennis courts due to a lack of funding and a site for relocation. With the foundation of the waterfront uses laid, the design process progressed into more detailed improvement recommendations. The manifestation of these recommendations is the Schematic Plan. The schematic design is holistic and provides unity along the waterfront. For the purpose of this narrative, the schematic design will be divided into four geographic sections: the North Shore, the Beach Area, the Performance Lawn and Central Plaza, and the Main Lawn/ South Lawn. See the Schematic Plan for proposed recommendations. The North Shore The North Shore is seen as an underutilized section of the waterfront. It consists of the portion of the waterfront that spans the distance from the Water’s Edge Inn, at the project’s northern terminus, to the covered bridge. Improvements in this area revolve around recreational paddle sports. The Town parking area adjacent to the Pied Piper restaurant is utilized to accommodate paddle sports use. In the Schematic Plan the existing infrastructure is reorganized and softened with landscaped islands and signage. The reorganization of this parking area will serve to enhance visual appeal and identification of the parking area by potential users as a public use space. Incorporating kayak/ canoe vehicle unloading spaces and introducing a sidewalk connection to the covered bridge are additional modifications proposed for this parking area. A handicapped accessible walkway serves to provide access down the large grass embankment to the water. East of the accessible walkway it is recommended that the existing beach be utilized as a non-motorized boat launch to avoid losing motorized craft docking spaces along the bulkhead walk. The Schematic Plan shows an alternative kayak/ canoe launch adjacent to the handicapped accessible walk at the waterfront. This component includes a handicapped accessible floating dock and gangway. Although the installation of this alternative docking will cause the relocation of motorized craft docking, it would provide a unique opportunity to turn the North Shore into a paddle sports hub. This alternative will help limit non-motorized craft and motorized craft conflict. From the beach/ launch area the waterfront walkway extends east to provide access to the docks located in front of the Water’s Edge Inn. The two docks to the west are owned by the Hudson River Black Water Regulating District and are considered part of the project site. The beach boat launch, adjacent to the extended walkway, provides an opportunity for public art. Public art is a distinctive means of locating the beach head from within the park. A large piece of public art at this location will serve as a beacon for those approaching the park from the water. Typical improvements will be installed along the entire project site to reinforce the unified waterfront. Typical recommendations include replacement of asphalt and unit paver surfaces,

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introduction of and enhancement to existing lighting, replacement of the waterfront bulkhead (as needed) and the installation of new benches. Moving back toward the Town parking area, it is recommended that the embankment adjacent to the covered bridge be landscaped and terraced to create a waterfront overlook. A stairway at the overlook provides direct access from the Tobie Trail to the waterfront. A large scale “Old Forge” sign at the overlook embankment will be visible from NYS Route 28 and the Pond. From here the Tobie Trail crosses the Moose River on the covered bridge which is an integral part of the waterfront that will remain as is. The Beach Area For the purpose of this report, the Beach Area runs along the waterfront between the Covered Bridge and the tennis courts. Trail users and park goers will experience a reorganized canoe/ kayak launch as the Tobie Trail emerges from the covered bridge to the south. The once cluttered and ill-defined crossroads of the Tobie Trail, Town office parking, and paddle sports launch will be redefined to clearly and safely integrate the three uses in a safe manner. Consolidated signage will reduce visual clutter and allow users to go to one location to gain orientation and educate themselves on and sign in for the water trails (NYSDEC and the Northern Forrest Canoe Trail). Additional staging area for paddlers is provided away from vehicular traffic on a grassed bluff that separates the beach from the launch. Large scale steps or rock outcroppings protrude down into the water offering an additional opportunity for people to interact with the water. The launch itself can be stabilized with an environmentally friendly paving matt that allows for aquatic plants to grow up through. It is anticipated that this component will require permitting from various agencies, but it is a great opportunity to promote the ecology of the area while providing an enhanced recreational use. The Town parking area will be modified to provide more parking stalls, a clearly defined hammerhead turn around, kayak and canoe drop off spaces, and landscaping. Bollards and a timber rail separate the trail and the parking area to clearly define the area and improve safety. Immediately adjacent to this launch area is the beach. The sandy beach itself is underutilized and is recommended to be reduced in size. This reduction allows room for additional recreational uses in this area while maintaining a more than adequate space for direct beach use. The beach area will remain fenced for reasons of liability. Replacing the existing fence with a decorative fence reinforced by landscaping will soften the beach enclosure. It is recommended that a children’s play area be located adjacent to the beach on the west side of the rerouted Tobie Trail. The children’s play area is strategically located central to the beach house, beach area and parking. The Tobie Trail will be lined with shade trees and benches at the beach to cater to those seeking shelter from the sun, but who may still want to be at the beach. Trees will be planted at intervals that are large enough to ensure the preservation of water vistas. The Tobie Trail has been realigned to be given a more prominent presence at the beach area. The trail can be left in its existing location on Lakeview Avenue, however, this location is less desirable due to the trail being sandwiched between the beach house and parking.

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With the Tobie Trail relocated, the beach house remains and a plaza is recommended at the front to knit together the multiple uses of the beach area. Providing clearly defined circulation patterns for trail users and beach goers through signage, pavement markings, paving materials, landscaping, and fencing will serve to create a safe and uniquely interesting activity hub on the waterfront. A Tobie Trail spur will branch of the main route just north of the tennis courts. This trail spur affords trail users a closer look at the pond, making better use of an underutilized area that was formerly unused beach. The circular trail turn around at the end of the spur is another opportunity to provide public art that is compliments the piece recommended on the north shore. The art pieces create a visual gateway welcoming water traffic from the Fulton Chain Lakes. Interpretive signage is also a recommended design element at this location. At the circular turn around a walking path with naturalized landscape plantings provides a walking connection to the Tobie waterfront docking and walkway. The tennis courts, a space limiting use for the waterfront, are a well-used recreation element and are recommended to remain in place until funding and an area for relocation is determined. Central Plaza and Performance Lawn This section of the study area runs from the tennis courts to Fulton Street. The area directly south of the tennis courts is slated to become the performance lawn. Enhanced electrical service access is recommended to improve existing service in this area. This will remain a location for a temporary stage erected for events. If the tennis courts are relocated in the future, then a more permanent band shell is recommend for the location of the tennis courts. The introduction of organic forms on the edges of the performance space lawn panels introduces organic forms. These horizontal undulations in the pavement provide expanded paved areas near the navigation docks for staging. Lighting improvements are recommended along the waterfront and Tobie Trail at the Central Plaza and Performance Lawn. The existing period style lighting theme will be utilized for new lights and replacement of existing light standards as needed. Upgraded electrical outlets and service at existing and proposed light standards are recommended to accommodate festivals and other possible future events. The heavy rock edge between the parking spaces on Lakeview Avenue and the Tobie Trail will be replaced with a more appropriate timber barrier that provides a safe visually pleasing trail edge. Moving south the waterfront park experiences a pinching at its narrowest width just south of the existing navigation docks. Compounding the pinching effect, an existing slope begins to emerge between Lakeview Ave and the shoreline. Design recommendations in this area create more usable space and alleviate the pinching effect of this narrow area. The free flowing organic forms from the performance lawns have carried over to sculpt the embankment. The result is a linear waterfront plaza with seating nooks cradled by a free flowing earthen embankment. To the south, this waterfront plaza will be connected to an upper terrace on Lakeview Avenue via a handicapped accessible ramp and stairs. The upper terrace will serve as a central gateway and is an ideal location for a water feature. Flag poles or other upright structure at this plaza announce the upper terrace as a gateway. These vertical elements will be seen from Downtown along the Fulton Street corridor. A crosswalk and future sidewalk connection to Downtown via Fulton Street is recommended.

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The Main Lawn and South Lawn. This section of waterfront spans the remaining distance of the waterfront from the Waterfront Plaza to South Shore Road at the park’s southern terminus. Underutilized due to the large cross slope, this area is intended to be left as lawn. Terracing the existing lawn increases the amount of usable waterfront open space. The free flowing earthen forms continue at the embankment along the Tobie Trail. Shaping the lower terraces main lawn, the earthen embankment will appear to jump across the central plaza to the main lawn enhancing the sense of interconnectedness throughout the waterfront. A combination of the organic shaped embankment and a row of tree plantings on top of the embankment will provide separation from the road and Tobie Trail while maintaining a visual connection to the water. The plantings and earthen berm work in harmony creating a magnificent large outdoor space on the waterfront with adequate room for both active recreation (Frisbee, soccer, etc.) and passive recreation (sitting, reading, and picnicking) on the water’s edge. At the south end of the main lawn a handicapped accessible walkway connects to the crosswalk to the south lawn across the private access drive. Landscaping will serve as a pleasant visual border to the access drive and provide a buffer between the access drive and the main lawn. Crossing to the south lawn, one will immediately encounter the existing Lindsay Memorial, which is relocated to a more prominent position on the Tobie Trail. New landscaping and a seating area will serve to better identify this memorial as a destination along the trail and waterfront. The Tobie Trail passes by the memorial to an improved crosswalk across South Shore Road signifying the end of the waterfront area. This location is seen as both the beginning and end of the waterfront and as such, it is an appropriate place for way finding and directional signage. It is recommended that the South Lawn remain as valuable open green space on the waterfront. Grades in this area are not ideal for locating additional parking or relocating the tennis courts. In addition, retaining the South Lawn as it exists will allow it to maintain its winter use as a sledding hill. See Schematic Plan for proposed recommendations.

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Summary As part of the site analysis and design process efforts to date the potential permitting and approval entities have been reviewed. Permits and approvals by jurisdictional agencies will play a large part in this project as the waterfront progresses into more detailed design and construction. Identified agencies and organizations that may require permitting include, but are not limited to, local municipal (site plan approval), NYSDEC (Protection of Waters permit), APA (Jurisdictional Determination), The Hudson River Black Water Regulating District (Jurisdictional Determination), and the US Army Corps of Engineers (Clean Water Act Section 404). State Environmental Quality. State Environmental Quality Review (SEQRA) was also a consideration throughout the design process to date. At this time it is anticipated that the project as a whole would be considered an unlisted action under SEQR. Environmental quality review will need to be undertaken as the project moves forward into design development and construction document phases. This waterfront revitalization project has shaped and identified materials, forms, and adjoining complimentary uses that work together to highlight the important resource of the Pond. The harmony of project components serves to create a unique and complete waterfront. A revitalized waterfront will serve as a catalyst to future economic growth by enhancing the draw of tourism to the area. The improvements will promote a key link between the Waterfront and the nearby downtown area. The end goal is to create a vital hub of activity in Webb. Unique to the region this hub will serve as the driver for economic growth while providing access to the natural environment and recreational opportunities of the Town. Improved access in and around the waterfront and an improved connection to Downtown is the means to this end and is demonstrated though the recommended waterfront improvements contained herein. When funding has been acquired, the following next steps are recommended for completion of the recommendations set forth in this project summary brief:

1. Design Development: A site survey, specific material selection, and design refinement are items that will build on the concepts and material pallet set forth in this report brief and associated drawings.

2. Construction Documents and Specifications: Detailed construction drawings and a project manual with technical specifications should be prepared for public bidding of the project.

3. Permits: Potential permitting and approval agencies should be formally contacted and pertinent permits and approvals shall be acquired prior to bidding of the project.

4. Bid Process and Selection of Construction Contractor: After final design and construction documents have been approved, the project should be publicly bid, bids evaluated, and contract awarded.

5. Project Construction: Construction in accordance with the construction documents and design intent.

6. Project Completion: All project related work should be completed. Paperwork required by the construction documents and any potential future grants should be submitted and accounted for.

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Appendix

Constructability Report

Schematic Design Constructability Report Project: Webb Waterfront Revitalization

Town of Webb, Herkimer County, New York

NYS DOS Contract No.: T006986

Elan Project Number: 11‐009

Item Agency Permit Trigger/Threshold Note to File Submitted Received Completed

Placement of dredged or fill material into any waters of the United States, or the performance of any work or placement of any structure into or affecting any navigable water

See 2007 Nationwide permit for minor projects; may be covered under national permit

1.2 USACE (US Army

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General Permit

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permit with NYSDEC)

Any person, firm, or agency (including Federal, state, and local government agencies) planning to work in navigable waters of the United States, or discharge (dump, place, deposit) dredged or fill material in waters of the United States, including wetlands, must first obtain a permit from the Corps of Engineers. Permits, licenses, variances, or similar authorization may also be required by other Federal, state and local statutes.

Pending final design permit may be required.

Further determination needed.

2.1 APA APA Permit

Jurisdictional determination response from APA will determine the need for a permit.

A permit is required for most development activities and subdivisions of land in:

Permit may be required. Jurisdicational

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Complete a Jurisdictional determination form to request determination on need for a

permit. Project not located within the Lake George

Park Commission Jurisdiction

See local zoning to determine if construction activity meets threshold for SPR/SUP

Site Plan Review

Special Use Permit

Other Approval

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Marine Resources

Endangered Species

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Endangered species coordination letter is recommended for all projects

Coordination letter will require submission

to NYSDEC.

Pending final design permit may be required.

Further determination needed.

USACE Section 404

Clean Water Act

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Town to determine if local municiple review

and approval will be required for this project.

Site Plan Review,

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Local

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Date: 11/16/12 ‐ Rev. 02/26/13

*Note: Constructability Report based on Schematic Plan Dated

11/16/2012. Further determination will be required in future more

detailed design phases.


5.1 NYSDEC Air Pollution Control Major air pollutant or transportation projects; see relevant bulletin Waterfront revitalization project not

anticipated to have any effect on air

pollution

Certain lands along the coastal waters of Lakes Erie and Ontario, the St. Lawrence and Niagara Rivers, the Hudson River south of the federal dam at Troy, the East River, the Harlem River, the Kill van Kull and Arthur Kill, Long Island Sound, the Atlantic Ocean and their connecting water bodies, bays, harbors, shallows and wetlands

Construction/modification/restoration of structures; e.g., buildings, docks, piers, wharves, walkways.

Excavation, grading, mining, dredging, and deposition of material.

Construction/modification/restoration of erosion protection structures (e.g., bulkheads, revetments, groins).

Miscellaneous activities such as motor vehicle use and disturbance of bird nesting/breeding areas.

Generally limited to those freshwater wetlands 12.4 acres or greater. REGULATED ACTIVITIES:

Filling, draining or excavating, grading, and dredging.

Constructing buildings, roadways, septic systems, bulkheads, dikes, dams, and docks.

Clear-cutting timber and other vegetation.

5.4 NYSDEC Hazardous Waste

Management Facilities

Storage, transfer, processing, recovery, reclamation, combustion or disposal of any hazardous substance as listed in Part 371 Hazardous Waste Management Facilities not

present.

Modification or disturbance of the bed or banks of protected streams that are classified C (t) and above, including removal of sand or gravel.

Filling or dredging in navigable waters.

Construction, reconstruction, or repair of certain dams.

Construction, reconstruction, or modification of certain docks, mooring areas or other structures in navigable waters (effective late 1994).

SEQR required for Type I and Unlisted Actions (list is abbreviated – see original law for specifics)

maintenance or repair involving no substantial changes

repaving of existing highways not involving the addition of new travel lanes;

street openings and right-of-way openings for utility repair

NYSDEC Coastal Erosion

Hazard Areas

Project not located within a Coastal Erozion

Hazard Area. No futher action required.

NYSDEC Freshwater Wetlands

Freshwater wetlands not present.

5.8

Protection of WatersNYSDEC 5.7

A permit may be required upon completion

of final design.

5.2

5.3

SEQRNYSDEC

Project anticipated to be an Unlisted Action

and will require A short EAF.

Item Agency Permit Trigger/Threshold Note to File Submitted Received Completed Construction or use of an outlet or point source discharging into the surface waters or groundwater of the state. Increase or alteration of the content of the wastes discharged from an outlet by a change in volume, or by a change in the physical, chemical or biological characteristics of the discharge. Storm water discharge associated with industrial activity, including new construction disturbing five (5) or more acres.

Construction activities involving soil disturbances of one (1) or more acres; including disturbances of less than one acre that are part of a larger common plan of development or sale that will ultimately disturb one or more acres of land; excluding routine maintenance activity that is performed to maintain the original line and grade, hydraulic capacity or original purpose of a facility; Construction activities involving soil disturbances of less than one (1) acre where the Department has determined that a SPDES permit is required for stormwater discharges based on the potential for contribution to a violation of a water quality standard or for significant contribution of pollutants to surface waters of the State. Construction activities located in the watershed(s) identified in Appendix D that involve soil disturbances between five thousand (5000) square feet and one (1) acre of land. Construction of new water supplies - generally consisting of wells and reservoirs. Acquisition, taking, or development of new or additional sources of water supply in connection with new or existing water supply system including drilling of wells. Purchasing, taking or condemnation of any water supply system or any land to acquire for the utilization of water supply.

Construction of any projects in connection to water supply systems. Construction of any extension of water supply mains which will extend the boundaries of a water district. Supplying water for the use in any municipality or civil division of the state by another person or public corporation.

Entering into a contract for a water supply. Increasing amount of water diverted from a water supply by enlargement of conduits, storage.

Exercising any franchise to supply water.

Transportation water from state resources to any location outside the state.

Transportation water by vessel of more than 10,00 gal/day of water

5.9 NYSDEC State Pollutant

Discharge Elimination

System (Point Source)Once final project limits have been identified

SPDES Permit analysis will be required.

5.10 NYSDEC State Pollutant

Discharge Elimination

System (Construction

Activity)

Water SupplyNYSDEC 5.13

Permit may be required. Once final project

limits have been identified SPDES

Construction Permit analysis will be

required.

Project does not result in the construction of

new water supplies or the acquisition of

water supply source lands.


See permit sheet for regulated activities

Check APA rivers if in Park

WILD RIVERS:

None.

SCENIC RIVERS:

Carmens River - Region 1

Peconic River - Region 1

East Canada Creek - Region 6

Grasse River - Region 6

Oswegatchie River - Region 6

Genesee River - Regions 8 and 9

RECREATIONAL RIVERS:

Carmens River - Region 1

Connequot River - Region 1

Nissequogue River - Region 1

Peconic River - Region 1

Ramapo River - Region 3

Shawangunk Kill - Region 3

Ausable River - Region 5

Fall Creek - Region 7*(City of Ithaca local jurisdiction)

Individual water quality certification may be required if not covered under USACE Nationwide permit. If Army Corps of Engineers requires a Nationwide Permit than the Blanket 401 water quality Certification from DEC will be required.

Any discharge into the Waters of the United States. However, in practice, 401 certifications are generally limited to discharges of dredged or fill material regulated under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act or construction and operation of hydroelectric or major interstate transmission facilities licensed by Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC).

6.0 NYSDOS Coastal Management

Program

See map at http://www.nyswaterfronts.com/maps_regions.asp for

N/A

7.0 NYSDOT HWP Application for

Utility Work

Installation, Maintenance, or repair of utilities within NYSDOT highway ROW

5.15 NYSDEC Section 401 Water

Quality Certification

(Section 401 or an

individual

certification)

Certification May be Required. Once final

project limits have been identified Water

Quality Certification Permit analysis will be

required.

Wild, Scenic, and

Recreational Rivers

NYSDEC 5.14

Project area is not located in or adjacent to a

Wild, Scenic or Recreational River.


Construction activity within NYSDOT highway ROW for non-utility projects.

Driveway or Roadway

Improvement, including sidewalks, resurfacing, grading, seeding, clearing Tree work

Miscellaneous construction, including permanent and temporary signs

Encroachment

Compulsory permit

Miscellaneous

Adopt a Highway

Note: project review recommended for projects involving ground disturbance which hit Unlisted or Type 1 threshold under SEQR. The Lead Agency is the responsible party to initiate review The preliminary presence or absence of previously identified cultural resources within or adjacent to the project area, according to http://nysparks.state.ny.us/: Project site wholly or partially included within an identified archeologically sensitive area

Project site involves or is substantially contiguous to a property listed or recommended for listing in the NY State or National Registers of Historic Places

HWP Application for

Non‐Utility Work

NYSDOT7.1

Project is not located within NYSDOT Right‐of‐

Way. No further action required.

8.0 NYSHPO Environmental Review

Jurisdiction inquiry to NYSHPO is required

9.0 Hudson River

Black Water

Regulating

District

Jurisdictional

Determinization Jurisdiction Determination and coordination

is required.