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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF KINCARDINE
BY-LAW
BY-LAW NO. 1990 - 43
A BY-LAW TO AUTHORIZE AN AGREEMENT
WITH MOORE/GEORGE ASSOCIATES INC. CONCERNING WATERFRONT
CONSULTING
WHEREAS the Town of Kincardine invited proposals for the design of
Kincardine's waterfront.
AND WHEREAS the Council for The Corporation of the Town of
Kincardine deems it expedient to accept this proposal.
NOW THEREFORE the Council of The Corporation of the Town of
Kincardine (hereinafter called the Council) ENACTS as follows:
1. The Council hereby authorizes a contract between Moore/George
Associates Inc. and The Corporation of the Town of Kincardine
for the design of Kincardine's Waterfront.
2. That the mayor and clerk be and they are hereby authorized to
execute and affix the corporate seal to an Agreement dated
the 4th day of May, 1990, between Moore/George Associates Inc.
and The Corporation of the Town of Kincardine attached hereto
as Schedule "A".
3. This by-law may be cited as the Moore/George Associates Inc.
Proposal Acceptance By-law.
READ a FIRST and SECOND time this
Clerk
READ a THIRD time
19th day óf July, 1990.
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Schedule "A"
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TERMS OF REFERENCE
COMMUNITY WATERFRONT PROGRAM
The Corporation of the Town of Kincardine
February, 1990
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The following comprises the Terms of Reference
development and improvement of the lakefront in the
Kincardine.
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LOCATION
The Town of Kincardine is located on the sunny shores of Lake
Huron at the intersection of Highways 9 and 21. Kincardine is
within easy commuting distance of Sarnia, Detroit, Windsor, London,
Kitchener, Waterloo and Guelph. It is within reasonable commuting
distance of Toronto and district. The lakefront is designated as
a Community Improvement project area within the Town's Community
Improvement Plan and policies contained within the Town's Official
Plan preamble. The Town of Kincardine seeks to retain the services
of a qualified consultant to undertake a study of the Town's entire
waterfront area in order to provide a master plan for future
development of one of the town's most important resources. The
successful consultant will also be responsible for the preparation
of a grant application under the Community Waterfront Program and
for assisting the Town of Kincardine in making representation to
the Province regarding funding under the program in order to ensure
and promote a successful application.
BACKGROUND
Kincardine's harbour dates back to 1848 when Captain Alexander
M. MacGregor guided his little schooner FLY into the mouth of the
penetangore River. The settlement of Penetangore, later
Kincardine, began. Later the mouth of the penetangore became the
centre for a Sawmill, Saltworks, Shipbuilding. In 1856 the river
was straightened out with a cut being made in the sand dune between
the river and the lake and two piers were constructed out into the
lake. In 1857 this channel was deepened. Greater demand for a
harbour to ship out agricultural products and a need for a safe
harbour in the area resulted in an extension of the piers further
into the lake in 1866. From 1872 to 1877 major dredging took place
which enlarged the basin to its present size of four acres and to
twelve feet in depth. A wooden light house was constructed in 1874
at the end of the north pier. In 1881 the present "land mark"
lighthouse was constructed. Noticeably, the number of shipwrecks
off Kincardine's shores reduced dramatically. Remnants of many of
these ships can still be found off of Kincardine shores. The south
pier was also improved. 'Ihe channel was deepened to 16 feet and
the basin to 15 feet.
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In 1873, the railway came to Town which made it a centre for
grain handling. The railway has recently been pulled out of
Kincardine. The current breakwall was constructed in 1914 after
the wrecks of the ANNA MARIA and the SINGAPORE in the great storm
of 1913. In fact, medals were presented to some citizens of
Kincardine for heroism in the rescue of people from the ANNA MARIA
by the President of the United States and the Royal Canadian Humane
Association.
However, in the 1900's the activity in Kincardine's harbour
declined dramatically. Now it is used by pleasure boats and
fishing charters with the odd commercial fishing boat.
The Town of Kincardine has studied the waterfront on a number
of occasions. Significant studies include the "KINCARDINE DOWNTOWN
AND HARBOURFRON'I' REVITALIZATION" study by MacNaughton Planning
Consultants Ltd. in the late 1970·s. In July of 1982, MacLaren
Plan Search prepared a Culture and Recreation Master Plan for the
Town of Kincardine which, in part, addressed the harbour. In 1985,
Johnson, Sustronk, weinstein and Associates prepared a study on the
harbour which was 50% funded by the Small Crafts Harbour Branch.
Copies of these studies will be provided to the successful
Consultant together with a copy of Kincardine's history book.
Most recently, the Town of Kincardine has appointed a Lake
Front Development Advisory Committee who have prepared some
preliminary conceptual plans for the water front. These have been
distributed to the interested consultants. It should be noted that
the Lakefront Development Committee have discussed these plans with
various groups in Town including the Public Works Committee of
Council, the Planning and Economic Development Committee of
Council, the Tourist Advisory Committee, the Kincardine Yacht Club
and the CKNX Fish Kincardine Salmon Derby Committee.
In the future, the Town is looking towards Tourism to help
diversify its economy as the Town is primarily dependent upon the
Bruce Nuclear Power Development Plant to provide employment in the
area.
Recently, the Harbour area is getting used more and more: A
boardwalk complete with lighting and some planting has been
constructed as well as a gazebo, two fish derbys luring more people
to the harbour area and the 1990 Old Boys and Girls Reunion will
be at the harbour this year. Every couple of years we see a circus
at the harbour. All this shows that it is a growing focus point
for the community.
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STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
To work with the Lakefront Development Committee in order to
prepare an innovative and creative master plan for the development
of Kincardine's Lakefront using the preliminary plans of the
Lakefront Development Committee as the basis of the plan. Yet the
consultant will keep in mind both the opportunities for funding
this plan from various sources including senior governments and the
financial constraints of a municipality of 6,000 people. The
components of the project should be mutually exclusive in order
that part of the project can proceed in the event only partial or
one source of funding is secured.
OBJECTIVES
1. The plan will gear itself to providing facilities for the
enjoyment and benefit of both residents and visitors to the
Town of Kincardine. The plan will provide a wide variety of
interests and activities for the public at large such as
picnicing, swimming, leisure pursuits and playgrounds. It will
not be for the exclusive benef it of a limited number of
individuals such as condominium residents or boaters.
2. The project will identify future development opportunities,
both private and public which would enhance the commercial
development of Kincardine. It should be noted that extensive
commercial development should not necessarily take place
within the lakefront area but may take place adjacent to it.
3. The plan will take into account recreational acti v i ties of
both a passive and active nature; both existing activities
such as the Sunday night sing-a-longs, the boardwalk and
future activities such as horseshoes, parks, playgrounds and
shuffle boards.
4. The plan will put in physical amenities that will complement
the history and her i tage of the Town of Kincardine. Of
particular note is the extensive marine heritage of this area.
Evidence of shipwrecks still exist and the possibility to
incorporate plaques and museums should be explored.
5. The plan will be environmentally sensitive and will preserve
the natural features of the Town of Kincardine Lakeshore.
6. The plan will be sensitive to the maritime history of the Town
of Kincardine and as such will support and complement the
exhibits and events depicted in the maritime museum in the
lighthouse.
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7. The plan will create a link between the downtown core and the
waterfront. It should be kept in mind that this link is very
important as the downtown core is located very close to the
waterfront. proposed commercial development should not
compete with the downtown core but should complement it and
encourage logical and progressive expansion.
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The concept will be PRACTICAL. As such, the plan may need to
be phased in over a number of years in order that the Town
will be able to finance this project and build it in stages
if necessary.
9. The consultant will pay particular attention to methods to
preserve and enhance to integrity and use of the natural
beach.
10. The consultant will look at expansion to the existing harbour
basin with an additional 300-400 slips.
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The plan will be subject to at least two public
order that both the preliminary and final
sufficient public participation and input.
meetings in
plans have
12. The consultants will use the Town' s Lakefront Development
Advisory Committee as its primary resource in order to prepare
a community based plan with Community input, advice, ideas
and concerns.
13. The consultants will contact other Town agencies and interest
groups in order that they may input into the plan and be able
to express both their ideas and concerns. For example, these
may include the Ministry of Tourism and Recreation, the
Fishing Derby Committee, Kincardine Yacht Club, the South
Bruce Lakeshore Economic Development Corporation, the Public
Utili ties Commission, the Saugeen Valley Conservation
Authority, the Small Craft Harbours Branch, the Ministry of
Natural Resources and the Canadian National Railways.
14. Lastly, the consultants will consider the lakefront as one of
Kincardine's "treasures", and therefore treat it as one of the
town's biggest assets for the future.
SCOPE OF STUDY
The Study Area is attached on Schedule "A" and outlined in
green. The focus of the study, however, will be in those areas
outlined in red.
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TIME FRAME
The project should take less than 6 months to complete and
should take place within the spring and summer of 1990 in order
that the plan will be able to be unveiled to the public in its
final stages in time for the Kincardine Old Boys and Girls Reunion
in August of 1990.
CONSIDERATIONS
The consultants will take into account the following areas in
developing the plan:
1. Any existing plans available in the Town of Kincardine to be
supplied by the Clerk-Administrator's office for review by the
consultant.
2. The town's Official Plan and Zoning By-law.
3. The town's Community Improvement Policies and Plan.
4. Input by the various agencies and the public as noted above.
5. Input from the Lakefront Development Advisory Committee.
6. Transportation factors such as transient boating and roadway
patterns.
7. Engineering considerations such as the supply of water and the
discharge of both sanitary and storm waste.
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Soils and existing conditions including
Reichtmeyers and Peoples Saltworks.
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9. Environmental matters such as wind and water erosion and
vegetation.
10. Architectural matters such as the marine history and heritage
of the Town of Kincardine.
11. Heritage such as the history and remains of shipwrecks off of
Kincardine's shore.
12. Economic and financial analysis as how this proposal will
benefit the community from an economic or financial
perspective.
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THE FINAL REPORT
In addition to the plan the consultants will provide the
following information to the Town of Kincardine:
1. A description of the general approach and work scheduled for
the project.
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The consultant's approach to public participation in the study
including public meetings, the involvement of any key groups,
organizations and the Lakefront Development Advisory
Committee.
3. A description of the people involved in the Consulting Firm
including their specific experience and references in this
regard.
4. Names and resumes of the consultants involved in the project.
5. A per diem rate for involvement in the project.
6. A timetable for completion of the study.
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The consultants will provide the Town of Kincardine
copies of the final report addressed to the
Administrator of the Town of Kincardine.
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COMMUNITY WATERFRONT PROGRAM
Once complete, the consultant
assisting the town in the preparation
application to prov incial agencies
Waterfront Program.
will play a leading role in
and presentation of the grant
administer ing the Community
PAYMENT
The
invoices
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Council.
Town will pay the consultant
are received. Final payment of
paid after the plan has been
on a monthly bas is as
at least 10% of the price
officially presented to
MOORE GEORGE
ASSOCIATES ,NC.
October 30. 1989
Landscape
Architecture dnd
Urban D.,~ign
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Mr. Ronald R. Shaw
Clerk Administrator
Town of Kincardine
707 Queen Street
Kincardine, Ontario
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Dear Mr. Shaw:
We are pleased to submit this proposal for preparing a development plan for the
Kincardine Lakefront. We understand that the Town wishes to use the results ot this
planning and design plan to support a tunding application under the Community
Waterlront Program. We are familiar with this MTR program and have recently assisted
the Town of Fort Frances in an application. This experience will be useful.
While it is usually normal to write a proposal in response to specific Terms ot
Reterence. in this case we are submitting our proposal in advance to reviewing the
Terms and, accordingly, it is perhaps more general than normal.
We hope that by evaluating our experience in the specific field of walerlront
development that we will be selected to work with the Town on Ihis important projecl.
Thank you lor inviting us to participate and we look forward to hearing from you.
Yours sincerely,
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Director . Moore/George Associates Inc.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 INTRODUCTION .. .1
. 2.0 APPROACH AND WORK PROGRAM ...4
3.0 FEES AND SCHEDULE ... 6
3.1 Outline of Fees and Expenses ...6
3.2 Proposed Schedule ...6
4.0 QUALIFICATIONS ...7
4.1 Key Personnel ...10
APPENDIX 1 - BACKGROUND INFORMATION ... 12
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1.0 INTRODUCTION
We have reviewed the sketch plan prepared by the Lakefront Development
Advisory Committee and also the Small Craft Harbour Facility Study prepared
in 1985. It is clear that waterfront development is an important initiative for the
Town of Kincardine. Like many Ontario communities, the waterfront location
may have been taken for granted and has not been fully appreciated. A variety
of recreational and tourism benefits can result by proper design and
management of these resources. Waterfronts are unique parts of the
community and must be planned and designed with an understanding which
corresponds to their special status.
The principals of Moore/George Associates Inc. have been actively involved
with waterfront and urban design projects since 1975. We specifically have
chosen to work in this field and have learned with each new project.
The experience that we bring to this assignment is extremely relevant. We are
confident that a well conceived plan will gain the support necessary to be
translated into action. We say this because it has happened in several
municipalities in which we have worked. Kenora, for example, has been
completed and has led to private sector improvements of commercial areas. In
North Bay our concept has been implemented. The private sector and
Marathon Realty have responded with major new investments. In Lindsay,
improvements to boating facilities have resulted in increased transient boat
visitation. At the present time in Orillia, as a result of our new plan, major
redevelopment projects are being negotiated by private sector interests. Fort
Frances is also under construction. In all of these cases, new public recreation
facilities are important parts of the projects. Striking the right balance between
public and private sector components has been extremely important, especially
to get many different parties to agree to a common approach.
We believe that some of the reasons why so much of our work has been
implemented is because the plans have been bold, exciting and yet also
realistic to implement.
The creative part of preparing a plan is only part of the challenge. The concepts
must be prepared with a comprehensive understanding of the specific planning
context. This means understanding a full range of factors including economic
and business interests, tourism and recreation objectives, and the public's
interests. The opportunities and constraints of the site itself must also be
assessed with experienced professionals who can determine what the real, as
opposed to theoretical, potentials are.
A multi-disciplinary team is required as no one discipline can provide all the
required input. Our team members and their areas of responsibility are
identified below:
Moore/George Associates Inc.:
Landscape Architects, Urban
Designers - Prime Consultants.
Economic Impacts, Tourism
Keir and Muller Associates Inc.:
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A number of different Issues must frequently be resolved when preparing a
waterfront plan. We have outlined a few of these; others would be defined in
the initial stages.
Mutual Understanding to be Developed
The study area extends beyond the jurisdiction of a single agency. Clearly, in
order tor a long term plan to be agreed upon, cooperation of several different
parties will be necessary. The planning process must recognize this at the
outset and be conducted in a manner that will maximize mutual understanding
and support.
Rail Lands Future to be Considered
As has been our experience in the past, railway lands can be considered as
barriers to waterfront development. On the other hand sometimes the fact this
land is in single ownership can be an asset. In North Bay, for example, we dealt
with Marathon Realty who endorsed the proposed concept plan, agreed to sell
key land to the City and have been working on a rail relocation scheme since
the waterfront development program was completed. In Orillia, CN has
transferred lands to the City for a linear waterfront walkway. The rail lands are
important but we understand that the Town has been making progress with this
and is optimistic.
Environmental Oualitv to be Improved
Environmental quality issues are presently the most popular public concern and
it is expected that this trend and high awareness factor will continue for some
time. The concept of sustainable development (allowing development without
environmental damage) is one which can be applied to the study area. The
long term goal must be to improve recreation, business and the environmental
conditions. Rehabilitation of deteriorated landscapes must be accomplished in
a phased program. We note that the sketch plans include a considerable area
for day picnic activities along the beach. These zones must be capable of
sustaining the use without deterioration.
Activity Programming to be Related to Facility Develooment
The waterfront is a community resource which can be developed and managed
to support a wide range of land and water based activities. The resources
available to facilitate direct programs such as the fishing derby and special
festivals and events must be defined. There is a strong relationship between
activities and the facilities which should be developed. The two must be
coordinated. It should also be remembered that often recreation events can
become a tourist attraction.
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Mixed Use Conceots to be Exolored
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A diverse range of land uses can be accommodated and may even contribute to
making an area more interesting if they are creatively brought together. The
objective should be to increase continuous and connected public access in
some way to create 2 "sense of place". A combination of business and
recreation opportunities should be established where appropriate. The public
and private sectors both may have important roles to play. We notice that some
private business ideas have been included in the plan. The study must try to
determine what is most appropriate and where.
Marina and BoatinÇJ Reouirements are Imoortant Features
The development of a good marina facility is more than a well engineered
docking system. It requires that an overall concept be established which
creates an attraction as well as provides a safe service facility.
Marinas have a land and water based circulation system. Care must be taken
to have both work together and to determine how the land and water areas can
be used efficiently. As a rule of thumb, the land and water areas are in a direct
1:1 ratio This may change, however, if the marina is catering to more transient
traffic than seasonal rentals.
The launch ramp and car and trailer parking is often a congested area. It must
be designed so that adequate room is provided for people to tend to their boats
before launching and after haul-out without blocking the launch ramp access.
This is especially important during periods of intensive use (fishing derbies,
holidays, opening weekends, etc.).
Walking distance from car parking and docking is an important consideration
including providing adequate drop-off areas. Access control is strongly related
to security planning and also must be considered from a marina operations
point of view. The site planning must assist the facility to be operated with
minimum staff in order to be financially viable. In this case, the relationship
between the marina, other waterfront use areas and the downtown must be
considered.
Phased Imolementation Aooroach Necessarv
Improvements must be phased over time with realistic objectives and targets
established for each year. It is really important, however, to clearly identify a
"starter" project in order to keep the momentum of this study going. This may be
coupled with a "starter" event to help generate support. A festival, guided walk,
sail past or water parade with floats may be worthy of consideration. Some
visible results should occur in the summer of 1990 in order to keep people
interested and the project on the municipal agenda. .
In the following sections of this proposal we have outlined our recommended
approach and work program, and presented the study costs and proposed
schedule. Lastly, we have described the special qualifications of our team
members and included additional background information in Appendix 1.
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2.0 APPROACH AND WORK PROGRAM
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We have organized the work into three phases. The initial phase is data
collection and analysis, the second will set out preliminary plans for
consideration and the third includes preparation of the Final Plan and
documentation. We have outlined the work program for each phase.
Phase One . Data Collection and Analvsis
Meet with the Lakefront Development Advisory Committee to discuss
their ideas.
Prepare base plans of study area.
On-site visual analysis, documentation of existing conditions.
Review of background reports and studies.
Definition of opportunities and constraints.
Phase Two - Preliminarv ConceDts
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Outline basic goals and design principles.
Establish development program including activities, facilities, support
services.
Prepare preliminary concepts to illustrate schematically how different site
areas could be used for different purposes.
Prepare preliminary cost estimates for major components.
Present to Lakefront Development Advisory Committee.
Conduct public meeting.
Evaluate results and select components of Final Plan.
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Phase Three - Final DeveloDment Plan
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Refine development program, design criteria and details of key areas.
Prepare Final Development Plan.
Prepare corresponding cost estimates.
Prepare phasing plan.
Complete financial assessments.
Outline an implementation strategy including internal and external
promotion activities, roles and responsibilities for the Lakefront
Development Advisory Committee if appropriate, approaches to funding
agencies.
Prepare Final Report.
Presentation to Lakefront Development Advisory Committee and Council.
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As the proposed work program is being prepared without specific Terms of
Reference, we suggest that it should be discussed with the Committee at the
outset and any revisions necessary should be agreed upon prior to actually
undertaking any work.
The work program should include a financial impact statement that will be
necessary in order to complete an application to the Community Waterfront
Program This work would be conducted by Keir and Muller Associates Inc. as
part of the final phase.
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3.0 FEES AND SCHEDULE
3.1 Outline of Fees and Expenses
The fees for our work program have been outlined as follows:
FEES
Phase One
6 m/days x $650 =
8 m/days x $325 =
4.5 m/days x $650 =
14 m/days x $325 =
6 m/days x $650 =
10 m/days x $325 =
$3,900
2,600
$6,500
Phase Two
$2,925
4.550
$7,475
$3,900
3.250
$7,150
$1,950
$1 .450
$24,525
Phase Three
Final Impact Statement
3 m/days x $650 =
Project Management, Administration
Total Fees
EXPENSES
Travel, long distance, printing of drawings and reports
$1 200
Total Expenses
$1,200
TOTAL PROJECT COSTS
$25,725
3.2 Proposed Schedule
It is anticipated that the project can be completed over a period of 3 to 4 months.
It is important that the initial site visits and analysis work be undertaken prior to
snow cover. Our first task therefore, would be to videotape the entire study area
so that we can have the visual information as we prepare the plans in the winter
months. The final plans should be available in order that the Town can make
an application for financial assistance as soon as possible. We will be able to
assist with this because of our extensive experience in this field.
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U QUALIFICATIONS
In the following pages, we have highlighted the relevant qualifications of the
individual firms which form our consulting team. Additional background
information has been included in Appendix 1.
MOORE/GEORGE ASSOCIATES INC.
Moore/George Associates Inc. was formed in 1981 with specific intent to create
an innovative and responsive consulting firm which would allow the two
principals to remain actively involved in doing projects rather than administering
staff. We have successfully undertaken a considerable range of projects from
initial planning to construction. We believe that one of our strengths is an ability
to develop a consensus on project objectives, build support for projects during
the planning process and develop realistic solutions which can be
implemented. We are proud of our track record and quality of results.
Waterfront Development Proiects
Moore/George Associates Inc. has made a deliberate effort to research, plan
and design waterfront projects. We have consequently developed a
considerable range of experience in this field. We have outlined some of the
relevant projects below. All of the projects have included marina and boating
faci lity components.
Outline of Related Experience
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Fort Frances Implementation
Cobourg Harbour Development Plan
Marathon Marina Feasibility Study
Sturgeon Falls Waterfront Plan
Orillia Waterfront Development Plan
Fort Frances Waterfront Development Plan
Oshawa Waterfront Plan
Innisfil Township, Manna Feasibility Investigation
Kenora Waterfront Development Plan
Nipigon Waterfront Development Plan
Eagles Rest Marina Feasibility Study, Sault Ste. Marie
North Bay Waterfront Project
Gitchee Gumee Marina Feasibility Study, Batchawana Bay
Rivera Marina Park, Lindsay
Harbourview Park Development Plan, Collingwood
Waterfront Development Seminars
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Kenora Waterfront Development
This project was completed in the fall of 1986. The total construction value is
$3.2 million. Our firm acted as prime consultant with sub-consultant architects
and engineers.
The project is located on new landfill adjacent to the downtown area. The
development is the primary public focal point, extends the downtown to the
waterfront and opens up public waterlront access for the first time in decades.
An important component of the project included incorporating and revitalizing
the commercial area of the main street which contained many historical
structures. Special features include a pedestrian bridge connecting Main Street
to a "Lake of the Woods" overlook contained on the roof of a special activities
pavilion, waterfront boardwalk and promenade, pedestrian plaza and
commercial zone improvements. All services were located underground, an
irrigation system installed and a complete lighting scheme and sign system
developed. Facilities for transient boaters were included in the project, with the
docks being designed and supplied by the Federal Government.
North Bav Waterfront Development
This $4.5 million project was completed in the spring of 1987. Moore/George
Associates Inc. was originally commissioned to prepare a Master Plan for the
entire North Bay waterfront. The central urban area, a strip of about 2 km was
identified as the first priority for redevelopment. Our firm was then hired as
prime consultant to implement the project. This included acting on behalf of the
City to acquire funding from the Province, coordinate all design work and to
prepare construction drawings for the project. The scheme included marina
development, landfill to create public recreation areas, the development of a
scenic parkway, a linear waterfront walkway system which connects activity
zones, overlooks, an urban plaza and marina boardwalk, launch ramps, and
marina related facilities. We are very proud of this project which has gone from
Master Plan to reality in only three years.
Pickerel fishing in both winter and summer is an important activity in North Bay
and the concept plan was specifically designed to cater to day-users and
seasonal boaters.
Breakwaters, dredging, launch ramps, service dock and floating docks were
designed and developed by the Federal Government, Small Craft Harbours.
This project has recently won Professional Design Awards from the Canadian
Society of Landscape Architects.
Fort Frances Waterfront Develocment Plan
Fort Frances is a community of approximately 10,000 people in Northwestern
Ontario on the Canada - U.S. border. The Rainy River is the dividing feature
between the two countries at this location. Until recently, the river has been
extensively used for logging operations.
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In order to diversify the economic and to encourage tourists to stay instead of
just passing through town, a waterfront development plan was commissioned.
Moore/George Associates, Inc. has prepared an innovative concept featuring a
sound and light festival to be coordinated with the major Pulp and Paper Mill, a
new marina, and river-walk system.
Our firm was authorized to prepare working drawings for the initial stage of
development. This includes landfill, shore protection, marina facilities, riverside
walkways, and landscaping. The initial construction work ($300,000) is to be
completed by the fall of 1989.
Orillia Waterfront Development
The City of Orillia retained Moore/George Associates as prime consultant to
prepare a development plan for a key section of the downtown waterfront area.
A marina had been successfully developed and operated for the past four years
resulting in increasing interest in improving the waterfront lands. Several
previous studies had been undertaken but for various reasons no one plan had
ever been completed. Problems to be overcome included: fragmented land
ownership, public vs private ownership issues, relationship with the downtown
shopping district and accessibility and circulation requirements.
The concept plan which has been proposed includes development of a public
plaza, expansion of marina facilities, a scenic parkway and a waterfront trail and
bicycle system. Areas have been designated for private sector development
including commercial, retail, office and residential components. To date, the
plan has been favourably reviewed by the public and various government
agencies who have been kept informed as the project has progressed. Funding
has been received from the PRIDE Program to assist with initial implementation
and private industries have expressed interest in a number of projects.
SkvDome - Tower Park West
This new urban open space is being created as part of the railway lands
redevelopment and SkyDome projects. Officially known as Tower Park West
and John Street Corridor, the space is defined by the eastern facade of the
SkyDome, the CN Tower and the new Esplanade Street on the south.
The 3.0 acre public park has been designed to humanize the space between
two of the largest structures in Canada. It is to be an exciting and accessible
destination with a memorable sense of place. It has been designed to handle
high volume pedestrian traffic and to be a place for a wide variety of
entertaining cultural events. A plaza at the entrance to the CN Tower is joined
by a tree and bench lined pedestrian street to a major fountain and sunken
oasis adjacent to the southeast entrance to the SkyDome.
The fountain is a 15 foot high waterfall curving over 90 feet. Enclosed by shade
trees, it is a place to relax and to be entertained. An exciting art project is to be
integrated with the waterfalls. Water, sculpture, lighting and people come
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together in a setting that will change in character. Electronic colour mixing and
computer controlled water flows will combine to make different effects. Winter
use of the fountain will feature special changing light shows. The design has
been a collaborative effort of Moore/George Associates, architect Blake Millar
and artist Susan Schelle.
Sturaeon Falls Waterfront Development
Moore/George Associates, Inc. was retained to prepare a waterfront
development plan which included assessing boating facility requirements,
walkway connections to downtown, a multi-purpose pavilion, roads and
parking. We were then authorized to prepare working drawings and tender
documents for a new launch ramp and dockwall. This work is presently under
construction.
4.1 Kev Personnel
The study team is comprised of a number of experienced people and all of the
firms are owner-operated. Senior people do the work and would be involved
with the study as outlined below.
Richard I. Moore, B.Sc., O.A.L.A., a director of Moore/George Associates with
over 20 years experience. He will be responsible for project direction,
coordination and client contact. He has been responsible for a number of
significant public sector landscape and recreation master planning projects.
These have included municipal parks and recreation master plans, waterfront
development plans and site development plans. Projects have included
Fielding Memorial Park, North Bay Waterfront development, Lindsay Parks
Plan, Kingston Township Recreation Plan and the Binbrook Conservation Area
Master Plan.
One of the special strengths that he has developed is an ability to coordinate
many different factors and pull the data together to define specific goals and
corresponding implications in terms of concept plan formulation.
John George, B.L.A., O.A.L.A., C.S.L.A., landscape architect and principal of
Moore/George Associates Inc. He has been involved in the planning and
design of many innovative projects ranging from the redevelopment of Kenora's
waterfront to the Master Plan of Confederation Park in Hamilton. He has been
responsible for the detail design of Tower Park West presently being
constructed as part of Toronto's SkyDome project. John will be involved with
site analysis, concept alternatives and cost estimation.
Jeff Kerr, a graduate of University of Manitoba with a masters degree in
Landscape Architecture. Jeff has been involved with a number of waterfront
projects. These include plans for Rainy River, the Town of Red Lake and
Smiths Falls. He will assist with site analysis, concept plans and cost
estimation.
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Andy Keir, is a principal of Keir & Muller Associates Inc. specializing in socio-
economics. An accredited land use planner and an Ontario Land Economist.
Andy has been involved with numerous studies involving land development,
market and financial analyses. On the study at hand, Andy would assume
responsibility for the portions of the project dealing with market and financial
analysis and would contribute as required in those areas needing land use,
environmental and public participation input. Andy has worked with
Moore/George Associates Inc. on the Orillia Waterfront Plan, Marathon Marina
Study, Binbrook Conservation Area Master Plan and Red Lake Waterfront Plan.
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