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MARKET GREEN MASTER PLAN Borough of Marcus Hook - Delaware County, PA prepared by: Thomas Comitta Associates, Inc. Town Planners & Landscape Architects West Chester, Pennsylvania June 14, 1996 SUMMARY OF DESIGN COORDINATION FOR THE CANOPY ENCLOSURE OF THE MARKET SQUARE MEMORIAL PARK STAGE Borough of Marcus Hook - Delaware County, PA Prepared by: Thomas Comitta Associates, Inc. Town Planners & Landscape Architects West Chester, Pennsylvania June 14, 1996 Pennsvlvania Coastal Zone Management Program BOROUGH OF MARCUS HOOK MARKET GREEN LANDSCAPE PLAN AND MARKET SQUARE MEMORIAL PARK CANOPY DESIGN SEPTEMBER 30, 1996 CZM PROJECT NUMBER 95-PD.05_ A REPORT OF THE PENNSYLVANIA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION TO THE NATIONAL OCEANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATION PURSUANT TO NOAA AWARD NO. NA5760ZO253 ATMO rENT 0-(50 This project was financed in part through a Federal Coastal Zone Management Grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental S8e A F. C Protection, with funds provided by NOAA. The views expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of NOAA or any of its subagencies. SUMMARY OF DESIGN COORDINATION FOR THE CANOPY ENCLOSURE OF THE MARKET SQUARE MEMORIAL PARK STAGE Borough of Marcus Hook - Delaware County, Pennsylvania June 14, 1996 Table of Contents Page Title Page - Funding Sources Introduction 1 Existing Conditions and Facility Analysis 1 Canopy Plans 4 Financial Analysis and Outline Specifications 6 List of Figures Figure 1 Location Map 2 Figure 2 Existing Conditions & Facility Analysis Plan 3 Figure 3 Canopy Plan - Bandshell P-1912 5 Figure 4 Bandshell Photo from Catalogue 10 SUMMARY OF DESIGN COORDINATION FOR THE CANOPY ENCLOSURE OF THE MARKET SQUARE MEMORIAL PARK STAGE Borough of Marcus Hook - Delaware County, Pennsylvania June 14, 1996 Introduction This report represents a summary of the design coordination efforts related to the Canopy Enclosure of the Stage at Market Square Memorial Park. The detailed design of the Bandshell type structure can now proceed. Two plans are enclosed for Bandshells provided by Cedar Forest Products Co., the same company which furnished the picnic pavilion/shelter that was constructed on the east side of the park in 1987. The open air park stage is used by performers throughout the summer at the Marcus Hook Summer Musical Festival and at various special events sponsored by the Borough in the spring and fall. The true value of the stage will be realized when it is enclosed by a bandshell to protect performers from the weather and to enhance sound quality. Existing Conditions and Facility Analysis The existing stage is elevated above grade by approximately 21 inches. Easy access is provided by four 10 foot wide steps on the west side of the stage. The stage orients to the large "green" on the east side where people of all ages can appreciate the performances. The rectangular elevated stage measures 24'-13/4" x 30'-11/2". It is surrounded by sidewalks that connect to the overall pedestrian circulation system of the park. Refer to Figure I., Location Map, for the approximate location of the elevated stage in the park. Refer to Figure 2., Existing Conditions and Facility Analysis Plan, for the dimensions and design considerations related to adding the bandshell to the existing stage. 1 SUMMARY OF DESIGN COORDINATION FOR THE CANOPY ENCLOSURE OF THE MARKET SQUARE MEMORIAL PARK STAGE Borough of Marcus Hook - Delaware County, Pennsylvania June 14, 1996 Figure 1. Location Map Not to- Scale ST. FOURTH z W THIRD i ST. z E) Ireen W W cr Ir- MA KET LA. ISECOND ST. DELAWARE AVE. Market Square M i I Park Existing Stage SEPT. 10 19 40 BULKHEAD. LINE @rpp n :A11 E. -@@SE5 Delaware. River 2 North M C/) Delaware Avenue 24'- 1 3/4" 9 .1 U') 10'-3/4' C43 Walkway Z -lie co 0 '0 jStage orients toward 'Green" /and is elevated 20 7/8" Note: The Cedar Forest Products Co. Bandshell will be sized to fit on the 24' x 30' stage 0 Walkway Riverfront Promenade Rip-Rap Delaware River Figure 2. Existing Conditions and Facility Analysis go: CANOPY ENCLOSURE MARKET SQUARE MEMORIAL PARK STAGE Borough of Marcus Hook - Delaware County, Pennsylvania 3 SUMMARY OF DESIGN COORDINATION FOR THE CANOPY ENCLOSURE OF THE MARKET SQUARE MEMORIAL PARK STAGE Borough of Marcus Hook - Delaware County, Pennsylvania June 14, 1996 Canopy Plans After considering several alternative canopy enclosures including a tent like structure and a small scale custom designed replica of the Market Square Head House, the Borough Council chose the Bandshell provided by Cedar Forest Products Co. (CFPC) as the preferred canopy enclosure. A Bandshell from Appleton, Wisconsin was considered as a point of departure. Working with General Recreation, Inc. (GRI) of Newtown Square, Pa., two bandshell options were considered initially --Model P-1440 and Model P-1848. However, since neither of these options worked perfectly on the existing stage, a custom designed bandshell will be required. Until the time that exact engineering measurements and details are prepared during the next stage of design, G RI has f u mished a Bandshell Plan P-1 912 which has been reduced to 11 "xl 7" and enclosed as Figure 3. CFPC will furnish detailed working drawings with an actual order. The working drawings could then be included in an overall Project Manual which could be sent to prospective contractors for bidding purposes. 4 COPYRIGHT 1996 THES DRAWINGS ARE THE PROPERTY OF C.F.P. AUTHORIZED BY: REFERENCE CO. AND SHALL NOT BE DOPIED OR DISCLOSED TO ANY UNAUTHORIZED REVIEWED BY: TO QUOTE : PARTIES IN PART OR ITS ENTIRETY WITHOUT OUR WRITTEN PERMISSION, DATE TO SHOP: DATED: AN THEY SHALL NOT BE USED FOR CONSTRUCTION UNLESS APPROVED BY A C.F.P. REPRESENTATEVE. GENERAL NOTES: 1. ALL CONSTRUCTION TO MEET STATE & LOCAL BUILDING CODE REQUIREMENTS 2. ASSUMED SOIL BEARING CAPACIT = 3,000 = S.F. ALL FOOTINGS TO BEAR ON UNDISTURBED SOIL. 3. CONSULT WITH A LOCAL, REGISTERED STRUCTURAL ENGINEER IF SOIL BEARING CONDITIONS ARE OTHER THAN ABOVE. 4. CONCRETE TO BE 3,000 P.S.I. COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH IN 28 DAYS. 5. REINFORCING STEEL TO BE A.S.T.M. A-305 DEFORMED. THE FOLLOWING WILL BE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF OTHERS: A. ALL CONSTRUCTION SURVEYING AND FIELD VERIFICATION OF ALL DIMENSIONS. B. DESIGN, EXCAVATION AND CONSTRUCTION OF THE STRUCTURE(S) FOUNDATION MUST BE VERIFIED BY AREGISTERED STRUCTURAL ENGINEER. C. PROVIDE AND INSTALL ALL CONCRETE, REINFORCING STEEL AND ANCHOR BOLTS D. UNLOAD ALL TRUCK(S) DELIVERED CEDAR FOREST PRODUCTS MATERIALS. E. ERECTION OR THE STRUCTURE(S). INFORMATION & ORDERING GENERAL RECREATION, INC, P.O. BOX 406 NEWTOWN SQUARE, PA 19073 PHONE: 610-353-3332 800-728-4793 FAX# 610-353-5161 107 WEST COLDEN - BOX 96 OWNER STRUCTURE/DRAWN BY/DATE JOB# POLO. ILLINOIS 61064 NAME: BANDSHELL ADDRESS: SCOTT D.DUNSETH P-1912 815-946-3994 CITY/STATE: JUNE 4,1996 815-946-2479 FAX SUMMARY OF DESIGN COORDINATION FOR THE CANOPY ENCLOSURE OF THE MARKET SQUARE MEMORIAL PARK STAGE Borough of Marcus Hook - Delaware County, Pennsylvania June 14, 1996 Financial Analysis and Outline Specifications General Recreation Inc., has furnished a cost estimate with outline specifications. Pages 7 to 9 relate to Model #P-1 912. A summary of the costs is as follows: Model # P-1912 Base Price as described on page 7 ................................................. $24,325.00 Price Estimate for Unloading, Storage, Assembly, Base Shoe, Anchor Bolts, and Erection/Installation .......................................................................... 11,000.00 Estimate for Engineering/Construction Administration ..................... 2,650.00 Total ................................................................................................. $37,975.00 Options for Model #P-1912 Appleton Wisconsin Style Wing Rooms .......................................... $22,850.00 (two (2)) only if slab of the existing stage is enlarged Sliding Doors for Rear of Bandshell ............................................... $ 1,950.00 (See page 10 for Appleton model) Please note that the above cost estimates are exclusive of electrical work, including Electrical Engineering and Electrical Contracting. When the Canopy Enclosure/Bandshell is the subject of detailed plans and specifications, working drawings will be furnished with the order of one of the above choices. 6 GENERAL RECREATION, INC.* P.O. Box 406* Newtown Square, PA 19073*610-353-3332*800-726-4793 PRICE QUOTATION DUE DATE: 06/14/96 QUOTE 9150 DATE: 06/14/96 SALESPERSON: GARRY HELMUTH B!LL TO: SHIP TO: THOMAS COMITTA ASSOCIATES,INC. PLEASE ADVISE 18 WEST CHESTNUT STREET WEST CHESTER, PA 19380 ATTN: JEAN AKERS PROjECT NAME. MARCUS HOOK, PA TELEPHONE: 610 696-3896 TERMS: TO BE DETERMINED CONTACT TO BE SHIPPED: COMMON CARRIER FO.B.: DELIVERED SHIP DATE: 4 To 6 WEEKS A.R.O. OTY ITEM DESCRIPTION PRICE TOTAL NUMBER 1 P-1912 CEDAR FOREST PRODUCTS - CUSTOM BANDSHELL $24325.00 AS PER DRAWING #P-1912, 301 WIDE BY 241 DEEP, ROOF SLOPE IS 4/12. I*COLUMNS: LAMINATED KILN-DRIED SOUTHERN IYELLOW PINE, CCA TREATED FOR INGROUND 1INSTALLATION (EXISTING SLAB WILL HAVE TO BE DRILLED TO ACCOMMODATE COLUMNS) *ROOF DECKING: #1 - 211 X 611 SOUTHERN YELLOW PINE, TONGUE AND GROOVE WITH V-GROOVES ON FINISH FACE *FASCIA: #2 AND BETTER SOUTHERN YELLOW PINE, CCA TREATED 1*ROOFING: CLASS "A" FIBERGLASS SHINGLES 1 WITH 20 YEAR WARRANTY, #15 FELT, STYLE "D" ROOF EDGE !*BACK WALL: 511 X 811 - 5-PLY GLU- @LAMINATED DECORATIVE GRADE INLAND RED ICEDAR I*MISCELLANEOUS: ALL NAILS AND FASTENERS NEEDED ABOVE GROUND SUPPLIED WITH BUILDING PACKAGE *CEDAR FOREST PRODUCTS WORKING DRAWINGS FURNISHED WITH ORDER. *****************CONTINUED*************** SUBTOTAL: FREIGHT: 6% SALES TAX: TOTAL: QUOTE VALID FOR 3 0 DAYS BY: GARRY HELMUTH TO CONFIRM ORDER. PLEASE SIGN AND RETURN TO OUR OFFICE SIGNATURE 7 GENEIiAL RECREATION, INC.* P.O. Box 406e Newtown Square, PA 19073*610-353-3332*800-726-4793 PRICE QUOTATION DUE DATE: 06/14/96 QUOTE #i 9150 A DATE: 06/14/96 SALESPERSON: GARRY HELMUTH BILL TO SHIP TO: THOMAS COMITTA ASSOCIATES,INC. PLEASE ADVISE 18 WEST CHESTNUT STREET WEST CHESTER, PA 19380 ATTN: JEAN AKERS PROJECT NAME: MARCUS HOOK, PA TELEPHONE: 610 696-3896 TERMS: TO BE DETERMINED CONTACT TO BE SHIPPED: COMMON CARRIER F 0. B.: DELIVERED SHIP DATE: 4 To 6 WEEKS A.R.O. CITY. ITEM DESCRIPTION PRICE TOTAL NUMBER ****************CONTINUED***************It ***OPTIONS: 1 "APPLETON, WISCONSIN" STYLE WING ROOM CONNECTED TO EACH SIDE OF #P-1912 BAND- SHELL. WING ROOMS CONSTRUCTED OF 5" BY 8" S-PLY GLU-LAMINATE. DECORATIVE GRADE INLAND RED CEDAR, #1 - 2" X 6" SOUTHERN YELLOW PINEf TONGUE AND GROOVE ROOF DECKING, INLAND RED CEDAR 2" X 8" FASCIA ROOFING MATERIAL IS CLASS "All 20 YEAR FIBERGLASS SHINGLES WITH 115 FELT AND STYLE "D" ROOF EDGE. EXTERIOR DOORS PRIMED 18 GAUGE METAL WITH 16 GAUGE IMETAL FRAME WITH DOUBLE CYLINDER LOCKS, IPUSH PULL AND CLOSER. ALL FASTENERS AND !NAILS SUPPLIED FOR ABOVE GROUND. EACH !WING ROOM IS 8' WIDE AT FRONT, 41 WIDE AT REAR AND 20' LONG. EXISTING SLAB WOULD HAVE TO BE ENLARGED FOR WING ROOMS TO BE ADDED TO BANDSHELL. PRICE FOR BOTH - ADD TO BANDSHELL $22850.00 @*******************CONTINUED************?I SUBTOTAL: FREIGHT. 6% SALES TAX: TOTAL: QUOTE VALID FOR 3 0 DAYS BY. GARRY HELMUTH TO CONFIRM ORDER. PLEASE SIGN AND RETURN TO OUR OFFICE SiGiNATURE 8 GEKE@AL RECREATION, INC.* P.O. Box 406s Newtown Square, PA 19073o6lO-353-3332*800-726-4793 PRICE QUOTATION DUE DATE: 06/14/96 QUOTE 9150 B DATE: 06/14/96 SALESPERSON: GARRY HELMUTH BILL TO: SHIP TO: THOMAS COMITTA ASSOCIATESIINC. PLEASE ADVISE 18 WEST CHESTNUT STREET WEST CHESTER, PA 19380 ATTN: JEAN AKERS PROJECT NAME: MARCUS HOOK, PA TELEPHONE: 610 696-3896 TERMS: TO BE DETERMINED CONTACT: TO BE SHIPPED: COMMON CARRIER F.O.B.: DELIVERED SHIP DATE: 4 TO 6 WEEKS A.R.O. QTY. ITEM DESCRIPTION PRICE TOTAL NUMBER ******************CONTINUED*************'k 1 SLIDING DOORS FOR REAR OF BANDSHELL TO CLOSE OFF OPENING. STEEL DOORS WITH CEDAR PANELING ATTACHED TO MATCH REAR INTERIOR OF BANDSHELL - ADD TO BANDSHELL PRICE $1950.00 1 PA ENGINEER SEAL (ADD $400.00 TO ABOVE BANDSHELL PRICE) COMBINATION SEAL AND CALCULATIONS (ADD $720.00 TO ABOVE BANDSHELL PRICE) !***ADD PA SALES TAX IF APPLICABLE. l***PRICING INCLUDES SHIPPING CHARGES. 'PRICING DOES NOT INCLUDE UNLOADING, STORAGEr ASSEMBLY? ERECTION OR INSTALLA- @TION OF BUILDING PACKAGS. SUBTOTAL: FREIGHT 6% SALES TAX: TOTAL: QUOTE VALID FOR 3 0 DAYS BY. GARRY HELMUTH TO CONFIRM ORDER, PLEASE SIGN AND RETURN TO OUR OFFICE SIGNATuRE 9 I,` -ff@@k'A -2, Cedar Rock Visitor Center Quasqueton, Iowa This tribute to America's legendary architect, Frank Lloyd Wright, is characterized by low profile and horizontal expression. The single low pitch structure features continuous tim- bers, a long deck and a band of windows, capturing the closeness Wright felt with nature. Bandshell Appleton, Wisconsin The fan-shape, close-in wing and dramatic, 40' free-span truss put this Cedar Forest 7_311@ @_M bandshell in perfect harmony with its natural surroundings. John Deere Historic Site �R t_ 100-:111"MM Grand Detour, Illinois Designed by the Deere Com- pany and crafted by Cedar Forest, this picnic pavilion features rugged timber trusses and rustic cedar paneling. LDcal tradesmen helped build it. A picturesque setting for I ed., tourists to appreciate the history around them. Thousand Islands State Park Plattsburgh, New York Cedar Forest adapted the Park's original drawings for this building, and directed the interdepartmental efforts of Parks, AT ORR, Recreation and Historic Preservation, speeding approval and construction. A model of cooperation between public and private sectors. Figure 4. Cedar Forest Products Co. 800-552-9495 or 815-946-3994 Bandshell Photo From Catalogue 10 Pennsvlvania Coastal Zone Management Proaram BOROUGH OF MARCUS HOOK MARKET GREEN LANDSCAPE PLAN AND MARKET SQUARE ME14ORIAL PARK CANOPY DESIGN SEPTEMBER 30, 1996 CZM PROJECT NUMBER 95-PD.05_ A REPORT OF THE PENNSYLVANIA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION TO THE NATIONAL OCEANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATION PURSUANT TO NOAA AWARD NO. NA570ZO253 ATMO NT Of This project was financed in part through a Federal Coastal Zone Management Grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental ipw@we@ 10 Protection, with funds provided by NOAA. The views expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of NOA-?@ or any of its subagencies. MARKET GREEN MASTER PLAN Borough of Marcus Hook - Delaware County, Pennsylvania June 14, 1996 Table of Contents Page Title Page - Funding Sources Introduction 1 Existing Conditions 3 Site Analysis 3 Master Development Plan 6 Financial Analysis 7 Appendix A Project Background (Narrative) A-1 Appendix B Outline Specifications B-1 Appendix C Tree Species Fact Sheet C-1 List of Figures Figure 1. Location Map 2 Figure 2. Existing Conditions & Site Analysis Plan (see enclosed Plan) Figure 3. Master Development Plan 'A' (see enclosed Plan) Figure 4. Master Development Plan 'B' (see enclosed Plan) MARKET GREEN MASTER PLAN Borough of Marcus Hook - Delaware County, Pennsylvania June 14, 1996 Introduction Originally established as part of the "Old Market Square" in a charter of 1701, the Market Green represents a unique linear open space in the Borough of Marcus Hook, Delaware County, Pennsylvania. This Master Plan is part of an on-going redevelopment process aimed at improving the neighborhood amenities in the Market Square Redevelopment Area. Appendix A, the "Project Background" narrative provides an overview relative to the Market Square Redevelopment Area, Market Green, and Market Square Memorial Park. The Market Green, an island within Market Street, between 4th Street and 2nd Street, is the gateway to the Borough's riverfront along the Delaware River. Market Green, shown in the Location Map, Figure 1., creates an avenue or boulevard character typical to a Traditional Neighborhood of historic significance. The Borough of Marcus Hook has commissioned this Master Plan to protect and enhance this 11green connection" to the Market Square Memorial Park which adjoins the River. The Master Plan has been developed to match the land's physical capability with a landscape development scheme for the future. The focus of the Market Green Master Plan is a careful analysis and documentation of existing conditions along the tree-lined "Avenue." Serious consideration has been given to the future use and appearance of the "green space" and its role in the redevelopment of the Market Square neighborhood. The final design solution for the Market Green proposes a historically appropriate conservation and adaptive reuse program. A financial analysis of the final design solution has been conducted to assist in the implementation and phasing of the Master Plan. Cost estimates have been prepared for all recommendations, as well as proposed phasing schemes and the prioritization of those phases. Overall, the Market Green Master Plan proposes improvements to a key focal point in the historic and aesthetic setting of the Borough of Marcus Hook. MARKET GREEN MASTER PLAN Borough of Marcus Hook - Delaware County, Pennsylvania June 14, 1996 Figure 1. Location Map Not to Scale FOURTH ST. ------- 7- P L =Um W THIRD jST. e (1reen 7- W W a: MAR_KE_T _LA W ISECOND ST. DELAWARE AVE Market Square M i I Park BULKHEAD LIN; SEPT. 10 , 19 40 Delaware. River 2 MARKET GREEN MASTER PLAN Borough of Marcus Hook - Delaware County, Pennsylvania June 14, 1996 Existing Conditions The Market Green consists of two elongated grass plots containing 23 London Planetrees. The "Avenue" or "Boulevard" form of Market Green separates the directional traffic lanes of Market Street of southbound to the west, and northbound to the east. Market Green extends from 2nd Street to 4th Street in a uniform manner, except that a war memorial is located at one end section near 3rd Street. The London Planetrees, Platanus x acerifolia, which exist near the curbed edges of the two grassed islands are the remnants of a double row of tree plantings which once lined the open market along Market Street. Currently, gaps occur in the spacing of the remaining trees due to the removal of dead trees over the years. The existing trees are in varying stages of decline. The grass strips have been reseeded occasionally and contain a mix of turf grasses and typical broadleaf weeds. Considering the varying amounts of shade and competition from tree roots, the grass groundcover is functioning fairly well. The existing soil conditions were determined through soil test results from the Penn State University soil labs. In 1990, Penn State Extension Agents took four soil samples from the grass plots that comprise the Market Green. The soil tests indicated a soil pH of 7.8, an excessively alkaline condition. The alkaline pH level is detrimental to many plant species growth and, specifically, excessive for the optimum pH level for London Planetrees. The build-up of salts, particularly from the use of winter road salt applications, is considered the cause of the high pH. The soil tests also indicated excessively high levels of Calcium which would restrict the availability of Phosphorus, an essential macronutrient for plant growth. This imbalance of nutrients and soil pH explains the condition of decline which is evident in the London Planetrees in the Market Green. The buildings which flank Market Green to the east and west, consist primarily of residential dwellings and vacant spaces. Some areas have been cleared of former structures as part of the redevelopment process. Local commercial establishments, residential housing units, and a Church are among the existing building uses which form the two "street walls" of lower Market Green. Site Analysis The Market Green, oriented perpendicular to the nearby Delaware River, is on an approximate northwest to southeast axis. Located in the southern portion of Delaware County, the seasonal temperature range and overall macroclimate are representative of southeastern Pennsylvahiaand northern Newcastle County, Delaware. 3 MARKET GREEN MASTER PLAN Borough of Marcus Hook - Delaware County, Pennsylvania June 14, 1996 Soil test results summarized in the Introduction indicate excessive levels of Calcium and an extreme alkaline soil pH in the grass plots of the Green. Penn State Cooperative Extension Agents have determined the poor soil conditions to be primarily the result of road salt accumulations. Excessive salt build-up is detrimental to plant growth and results in an underlying soil condition which is less than favorable for the maintenance of the existing trees. Considerable corrective measures are required to improve the soil conditions and create a favorable growing environment. Recommendations for actual soil treatments are incorporated in the Master Development Plan section of this report. The poor soil condition of the Market Green is due in part to the continual application of de-icing salts along Market Street during the winter. Plowed snow which is piled onto the Green contains the road salt residual from the street surface. Applications from the salt trucks also result in some road salt landing in the grass plots. Excessive salt build-up in the soil result in slower water drainage in the soil column, phosphorus deficiencies due to excessive calcium levels, and an imbalance to the soil pH. These factors all create conditions which limit favorable plant growth. Recommendations for road salt applications and other possible snow removal methods are incorporated into the Master Development Plan section of this report. The soil surface of the grass plots is higher than the curb which edges the Market Green. As a result, positive surface water drainage is achieved. The presence of a turfgrass cover and tree canopy greatly enhances the ability of the soil surface to retain rain water and limit surface water runoff. Spatial Analysis, Views Into and Out From the Site Figure 2., the Existing Conditions and Site Analysis Plan, which is attached, depicts the spatial qualities of the site through a series of photographs. Of particular note is the significant statement made by the trees to provide the "old shade" character to the space and to reinforce the "Avenue" appearance missing in typical suburban streetscapes. The intrinsic values of Market Green which are most noteworthy include: the spatial attributes of the "Avenue" or "Boulevard" character, to reinforce the gateway to the Delaware River; the historical significance of the two tree-lined grass plots to help "anchor" the head house space between Market Green and Market Square Memorial Park; the simplicity of the open green space as a visual statement and relief in what is a fairly dense neighborhood of buildings; 4 MARKET GREEN MASTER PLAN Borough of Marcus Hook - Delaware County, Pennsylvania June 14, 1996 the scale of the space as a relatively small open space, typical in small towns which were developed in America from the 1840's to 1940's; the role of the Market Green in reinforcing the Traditional Neighborhood character of the Market Square Redevelopment Area; and the potential for Market Square to be conserved for its passive open space value, with a minor adaptive reuse in the form of seating/rest areas. The Market Green, bounded on the east and west sides by the one way vehicular traffic lanes of Market Street, is flanked by existing sidewalks. The only accommodation for pedestrians on the Market Green itself, consists of a three and one-half (31/2) foot wide asphalt walkway crossing the grass plot near Market Lane. Although additional pedestrian walkways would reduce the amount of green in the two islands, opportunities exist for some expanded pedestrian features such as benches and bench pads. MARKET GREEN MASTER PLAN Borough of Marcus Hook - Delaware County, Pennsylvania June 14, 1996 Master Development Plan Two Master Development Plans are attached. The Borough will have the choice to replant some or all of the trees, depending on the budget considerations. Figure 3., Master Development Plan'A', is a conservative plan which involves the addition of eight (8) London Plane trees to "fill-in" the missing canopy. It also depicts crosswalks leading to new sidewalk paver areas and a Market Square Head House memorial plaza and plaque. The overall notion of the Plan is to maintain the peaceful, quiet and passive nature of the Market Green to acknowledge its historical significance. Master Development Plan '13% Figure 4., is also focused on the passive attributes of the Market Green, However, rather than to rely on the existing trees to last, it promotes a complete replanting of 24 new Hackberry Trees. One cost estimate is for the new trees at a 3-31/2 inch caliper size, the other is for the new trees at 5-51/2 inch caliper. Both plans will involve curb cuts and replacements to sections of curbing which is broken or otherwise deteriorated. Although relatively common, the curbing serves to elevate the Market Green and distinguish the space from the adjoining streets. From a "big picture" standpoint, the preservation of the Market Green will help to mitigate adverse effects of non-point source water pollution from stormwater runoff. In other words, by maintaining the two grass plots and by adding new vegetative cover, positive infiltration of water will occur into the ground, and no additional non-point source pollutants will be introduced. Relative to street lights, the Market Green should continue to be illuminated by existing fighting on either side of Market Street. If benches are ever placed in Market Green, then low level security lighting could be added. The overall concept with street lighting is to retain the "quiet" wash of lighting from adjoining lights, to further reinforce the passive nature of the space. Cost data related to the two plans is provided on page 7. 6 MARKET GREEN MASTER PLAN Borough of Marcus Hook - Delaware County, Pennsylvania June 14, 1996 Financial Analysis Cost Estimates Master Development Plan 'A' 1. Demolition 14 trees $14,000.00 36 feet of curb 1,000.00 2. New Trees (To "Fill-In the Gaps") 8 London Plane at $1,200 each (5-51/2" cal.) 9,600.00 3. Replacement Trees 14 London Plane at $1,200 each 16,800.00 4. Turfgrass Establishment and Soil Reconditioning 7,200.00 5. Crosswalk Line Striping 495.00 6. Disabled Curb Cuts 3,200.00 7. Curb Replacement 2,000.00 8. Street Repair at Curb Edge 2,000.00 9. Sidewalk Pavers 4,000.00 10. Market Square Head House Sign/Plaque 2,900.00 Sub-total $63,195.00 Pre-Design Congingency 12,639.00 Design & Engineering Fees (including Bid 9,000.00 Administration and Construction Administration) Total 84,834.00 SAY 85,000.00 7 MARKET GREEN MASTER PLAN Borough of Marcus Hook - Delaware County, Pennsylvania June 14, 1996 Cost Estimates with with Master Development Plan 'B' Smaller Trees Larger Trees 1. Demolition 24 trees $22,000.00 $22,000.00 36 feet of curb 1,000.00 1,000.00 2. New Trees 24 Hackberry at $350 each (3-31/2" cal.) 8,400.00 24 Hackberry at $1,200 each (5-51/2" cal.) 28,800.00 I Turfgrass Establishment and Soil Reconditioning 7,200.00 7,200.00 4. Crosswalk Line Striping 495.00 495.00 5. Disabled Curb Cuts 3,200.00 3,200.00 6. Curb Replacement 3,000.00 3,000.00 7. Street Repair at Curb Edge 3,000.00 3,000.00 8. Sidewalk Pavers 4,000.00 4,000.00 9. Market Square Head House Sign/Plaque 2,900.00 2,900.00 Sub-total $54,195.00 $74,595.00 Pre-Design Congingency 10,839.00 14,919.00 Design & Engineering Fees 7,800.00 10,700.00 Total 72,834.00 100,214.00 SAY $73,000.00 $101,000.00 8 MARKET GREEN MASTER PLAN Borough of Marcus Hook - Delaware County, Pennsylvania June 14, 1996 Priorities and Phasing Four (4) Phases are noted on each of the Master Development Plans 'A' and 'B' to suggest a sequence for construction. After the Borough selects Plan 'A' or Plan 'B', the phasing will be governed by budget considerations. 9 MARKET GREEN MASTER PLAN Borough of Marcus Hook - Delaware County, Pennsylvania June 14, 1996 Appendix A - Prooect Background (Narrative) The Project Background (Narrative), attached as pages A-2 and A-3. A-1 PROJECT BACKGROUND On June 5, 1995, the Borough of Marcus Hook executed a Grant Agreement with the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Resources for the preparation of a master plan for the Market Green open space and design or selection of a canopy for the Market Square Memorial Park stage to be partially funded by a grant from the Coastal Zone Management Program. The grant agreement is effective from July 1, 1995 until September 30, 1996. MARKET SQUARE REDEVELOPMENT AREA Completion of the Market Green land development plan will provide a blueprint for the future landscaping of this unique open space. Both the "green" and Market Square Memorial Park are located within the Market Square Redevelopment Area. The redevelopment planning process was concluded in 1985 and the plan adopted in September of that year. The Market Square neighborhood displays historically significant architectural detailing and development patterns which make it desirable to current and future residents searching for affordable housing in a charming neighborhood. Through the implementation of the redevelopment plan the Borough has eliminated many non-conforming land uses and has completed plans for new housing development on reclaimed land. Critical to the redevelopment process is the continuing emphasis on improving neighborhood amenities, namely Market Square Memorial Park and Market Green. The park and other neighborhood improvements has represented a statement to residents, investors, and developers that the Borough government is strongly committed to restoring and improving the Market Square neighborhood as a residential area. The park has brought new life to the neighborhood and is a sense of pride for the entire community. Market Green The Market Green is a remnant of the 1701 "Old Market Square" which included properties facing on Market Street, 4th Street, Church Street and the Delaware River bank, as well as the open market area. This traditional m arket-waterfront-com m unity center retains its original layout with a number of 18th and 19th century structures reflecting its history. Residents of the area petitioned William Penn for the establishment of a local market, to be held in the long open area still visible today on Market Street. This area is referred to as the Market Green. The charter for the market was granted in 1701, one of only three (Chester and Philadelphia also obtained market charters) such privileges issued by the Proprietor, William Penn. Prior to 1800, a two-story market house was erected similar to Philadelphia's Head House. The second floor of the structure was demolished in 1869-1870 and the weekly trade in foods, goods and livestock gradually died out. What was left of the building succumbed to a fire in the 1870's. A-2 Market Square Memorial Park Market Square Memorial Park is the crown jewel of the Borough's park system. It is siWated along the banks of the Delaware River with outstanding views of the waterfront. Park lands were purchased and assembled in 1984 and 1985 and four phases of park development have occurred since 1986. Project costs have totalled $1.1 million and represents an investment of slightly over $420 per capita. A-3 MARKET GREEN MASTER PLAN Borough of Marcus Hook - Delaware County, Pennsylvania June 14, 1996 Appendix B - Outline Specifications Specifications and details for the proposed trees are included on each Master Development Plan 'A' and '13'. All curb replacements and disabled curb cuts, crosswalk line striping, street repair, and turfgrass establishment shall be in accordance with Form 408 Specifications of the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation. Sidewalk Paver specifications, although subject to the detailed design phase which should follow this Master Plan effort, are generally addressed on pages B-5 and B-6. The E.P. Henry Interlocking Pavers are recommended for the sidewalks and at the Head House Memorial Plaza. Relative to soil reconditioning, pages B-2 through B-4 provide recommendations based on the results of Penn State's soils analysis. The addition of sulfur, superphosphate and the application of a general fertilizer are recommended. B-1 PENNSTATE (215) 565-9070 PIM. Cooperative Extension Rose Tree Park Delaware County 1521 North Providence Road Media, PA 19063 March 15, 1990 Mr. Bruce Dorbian Township Manager Boro of Marcus Hook 10th and Green Sts. Marcus Hook, PA 19061 Dear Bruce, When Susan and I met with Mayor Jim Jackson and the Marcus Hook Shade Tree, Commission we agreed that, in addition to the survey of the Boro's street trees, we would collect soil samples of the area of the Sycamores at the foot of Market Street. Enclosed are the test results from the Penn State University soil labs. As you can easily see, the underlying soil conditions are less than favorable for the maintenance of the existing trees, let alone the planting of new street trees. Four soil samples were taken. Sample'A' [Field MHA] and sample'B' [I@IHBI were taken from actual planting sites,.corresponding with the two former planting holes on the south side of the planting area adjacent to 4th street.( the upper area). Sample 'C' [MHC] was taken from the same general area [ 6-7 sites throughout that upper planting area]. Sample V [MBD] was a random sampling from the lower planting area. As you can readily see, the pH is excessively alkaline, caused by salt build-up The soil test recommends a pH of 6.5 for Sycamores. Therefore, our recommendation is taking an average pH reading, the application of 13/4 pounds of Sulfur per 100 square feet. That is a considerable dosage and it will take quite some time to begin to bring the pH down, but the excessive salt levels certainly indicate why the trees have died and replacements have not succeeded either. The excessive salt levels also explain the high Calcium levels. Additionally, there is little Phosphorus available, thus the recommendation of superphosphate [ 0-20-0] at a rate of 2 pounds per 100 square feet. Because the general nutrition level is so poor, the application of 5-10-5 at a rate of 3 pounds per 100 square feet has been made. This is a lot of soil correction, at a considerable cost to your program. But as I am sure you know, without good soil, little can be expected to grow. We look forward to continued cooperation between our two organizations. Sincerely; Sara Pilling@@ cc: A Hoffman Extension Project Assistant An Equal Opportunity University College of Agriculture, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and Pennsylvania Counties Cooperating B-2 1 02/28/90 0744 014452 DELAWARE 00 1 -KHC JUNSPECIFIED DATE LAB NO. SERIAL NO. COUNTY ACRES1 FIELD I SOIL THE PENNSYLVANIA STATE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE MERKLE LABORATORY - SOIL TESTING UNIVERSITY PARK, PA 16802 (814 863-0841) 907 TEST REFORT , MO.- COPY SENT TO: SARA PILLING 29 GARRETT AVE ROSIDIONT PA 19010 00000 NUTRIENT 1:17141ki LOW . . . ....... .. . --: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x. Soil PH Phosphate (P) xxx ........... Potash W xxx2QUCK= . . . . . . . . . . .... .... magnesium (MG) xxxxxxmo ............ ............. calcium (CA) ........ . '41hi ZAtIDSCAPE,Td PLAqT,PY 6.5mG AND CALCIUM ... ADJUSTMENT LB/100 SQ.FT. ts (MgS04) PH ADJUSTMENT EPSOM SALTS SONE LB/100 SQ.FT. CALCITIC (CaS04) LIMESTONE NONE GYPSUM NONE 3.4 (0-31* MG) PLANT NUTRIENT 5-10-10 5-10-5 10-10-10 NEEDS: + + LBS/ 100 S(IFT. NONE 1.5 NONE 0-20-0 21-53-0 AMMONIUM 2.5 + + NITRATE F lloNr E Novr IF SOIL PH IN LABORATORY RESULTS IS GREATER THAN 6.5. USE SULFUR (SEE TABLE ON BACK) TO LOWER PH TO DESIRED LEVEL OF 6.5. THE ABOVE LIME AND FERTILIZER RECOMMENDATIONS*ARE,FOR THIS SOIL SAMPLE AND THIS SEASON ONLY. PLANT NUTRIENTPRECOMMENDATIONS ARE Fdk'FERTILIZERS CONTAINING SPECIFIC RATIOS OF NITROGEt4"@(g),.*'.'-.:@@HQSPH4TE (P265,) ANO-.'--1,POT4SH (K20). AS AN EXAMPLE 5-10-10 CONTAINS 5% N. 10% 20. IF FERTiLiZtRS WITH THE RATIOS SHOWN ARE NOT AVAILABLE. CONTACT YOUR SUPPLIER FOR THE APPROPRIATE SUBSTITUTION. wv Q- cc 7.8 46 0.0 1 0.25 0.9 9.0 10.1 1 2.4 1 8.9 1 89.1 0 1 1 1 SOIL PH P lb/A ACIDITY K MCI Ca K mg- Ca EXCHANGEABLE CATIONS (meq/'100 g) CEC SATURATION OTHER TESTS: B-3 'A C 0 M M E N T S 1. To be most effective. all recommended limestone and/or fertilizer should be incorporated 6 to 8 inches into the soil prior to planting. If plants or crop is established. apply recommended materials to the surface and water area well. 2. If 11 to 20 pounds of limestone are recommended. divide the amount by two and apply in two applications six months apart If 21 or more pounds are recommended. divide the ,:rnount by three and make three applications at six month intervals. 3. 3 or more pounds of MgS04 (Epsom salts) are recommended. divide. the amount by two and make separate applications at lour month intervals. If an alternative magnesium source is usecL apply an amount equal to the equivalent of 10.5% Mg in MgS04:: only one application should be needed. 4. Lime and fertilizer are recommended in pounds of material per each 100 square feet of area to be treated. Use the following conversions to convert from pounds per 100 square feet to other units or area sizes: pounds per 100 sq. ft x 10 = pounds per 1000 sq. ft pounds per 100 sq, ft x 435 = pounds per acre S. Lime and fertilizer are recommended in pounds of material per each 100 sq ft of area: for band length or number of spots (individual trees) that can be treated with the recommended amounts shown; use the following equations: Band lenght in ft. = (100 sq. ft.) / (Band width in ft.) Individual plants (spots) = (100 sq. ft) (area of circle) area of circle in sq. ft. = 1.0 ft. dia. - 0.75 sq. ft. 1.5 ft dia. = 1.75 sq. ft 2.0 ft dia. = 3.00 sq. ft 3.0 ft dia. = 7.00 sq. ft 6. Amount of sulfur needed to lower soil pH to optimum level. (See front of report for soil pH and optimum pH) FROM TO SULFUR FROM TO SULFUR CURRENT OPTIMUM (lb/100 sq ft) CURRENT OPTIMUM (lb/100 sq ft) SOIL PH SOIL PH SOIL PH SOIL PH 8.0 7.5 0.50 7.0 6.5 0.75 7.0 1.00 6.0 1.25 6.5 2-00 5.5 2.50 6.0 3.00 5.5 4.00 7.5 7.0 0.75 6.5 6.0 1.00 6.5 1.25 5.5 1.75. 6.0 2.50 5.5 3.50 6.0 5.5 1.50 Apply sulfur at the above rates for a loam soiL On heavier soils (silt loams) use one third more than the amount shown. On lighter soils (sandy loams) use one-half of the amounts showm If aluminum or ferrous sulfate is used to lower pK multiply the above amounts by 2.5. Follow the same suggestions as above for soil types. If 4 or more pounds are needecL divide the aimourit in half and make two applications six months apart B-4 EP HENRY P"ING STONES SPECMCATION FOR INTERLOCEING PAVING STONES PARTI-GENERAL responsibility of the paving stone installer. 1.1 SUBNH17ALS -Submit samples of each", color, texture and 3.2 Installation should start from a comer or straight edge and proceed pattern of unit paver indicated, representative of the range of colors for the forward over the undisturbed sand laying course. project. Sample(s) shall completely represent all patterns required, as directed by Engineer/ Architect. 3.3 Paving work shall be plumb, level and true to line and grade; be installed to properly coincide and align with adjacent work and elevations. 1,2 PRODUCT HANDLING - Interlocking paving stones shall be delivered and unloaded at jobsite in such a manner that no damage occurs to the A. Set concrete pavers hand tight with a maximum joint-width of 3/16 product during hauling, handling or unloading at thejobsite. inch (5mm), being careful not to disturb sand bedding course. Maintain straight bond lines. Draw units from 4 or more cubes at a time to blend color. Fill gaps at edge restraints that exceed 3/8 inch PART 2 - PRODUCT INFORMATION (10 nun) with pieces cut to fit from full size unit pavers. B. Vibrate concrete pavers into bedding course with a low amplitude 2.1 Interlocking paving stones shall be in accordance as shown on these plate vibrator capable of a 3.000 - 5,000 pound compaction force for plans, where designated. These products shall be as manufactured by E. P. 6 cm pavers and 4000 - 6000 pound compaction force for 8 cm Henry Corporation, P.O, Box 615, Woodbury, N, L 01096, Phone (609, pavers. 845-6200 or, out of 609 area, 1-800-44-HENRY, FAX 609-945-0023. C. Spread dry coarse washed sand and fill joints immediatcly after vibrating pavers into bedding course. Sweep and vibrate sand into 2.2 MATERIALS joints until they are completely filled, then remove surplus sand. A. All interlocking paving stones shall be in accordance with those 3.4 Cut concrete units with motor-driven masonry saw to provide clean, shown on these plans, where designated. They shall be produced sharp, unchipped edges. Cut units to provide pattern indicated and to fit with the DuraFace process as manufactured by E. P. Henry or adjoining work neatly. Chisel cutting is not acceptable. No cut segment approved equal. For aesthetic purposes, E. P. Henry does not shall be smaller than one third of a unit on high volume strects or port areas DuraFacc Old Towne Cobble nor 12x 12 Village Squares. unless restrained by a full unit border. B. Pavers shall have a minimum compressive strength of 8,000 PSI and a maximum absorption of 5% when tested in accordance with ASTM 3.5 Do not allow traffic on installed concrete pavers until sand has been C-140. Manufacturer shall submit a current test report. Pavers shall vibrated intojoints. meet or exceed the requirements of ASTM C-936. C. Materials used to manufacture interlocking concrete paving stones 3.6 The final surface elevations shall not deviate more than 1/4 inch under a shall conform to the following: 10 foot long straightedge. 1. Cement - ASTM C- 150 Portland Cement Type 11 3.7 Install Pave Edge as manufactured by Pave Tech, Inc., Bloomington, 2. Aggregates - ASTM C-33 (washed, graded sand and I imestone, MN, 1-800-728-3832. no expanded shale or lightweight aggregates) 3.8 The paving stone contractor must have completed at least three projects D* Si7e, shape, design and colors hall be in accordance with details as of comparable scope within the last three years. noted on plans. The above is intended as a guideline and, as such, has been kept as brief as possible. Please refer to the appropriate section of your E. P. Hardscaping PART 3 - INSTALLATION OF INTERLOCKING CONCRETE Products Manual or call E. P. Henry for more detailed design inforrilation. PAVING STONES 3.1 The base should be designed and constructed in accordance with ICPI TEK Bulletin 2. ia SAM..-% A. The final base elevations shal I not deviate mom than 3/8" under a 10' long straight edge. B. The bedding course shall be screcdcd loose to a uniform thickness of either I" to 11/2", taking care that moisture content remains constant and the density is loose and constant until concrete pavers are laid and compacted. C. Supply and installation of the sand bedding course is the .......... 201 PARK AVE., P.O. BOX 615, WOODBURY, NJ 08096 EPHENRY609-845-6200 o PA OR DE 800-44 HENRY @ FAX 609-845-0023 B-5 COLONIAL STONE TIA I I A I 64/s" Thickness: 2W Pallet #1 (sold by the layer only) 41W A. Large rect. LMJ 41h" x 64/s" 83 4.6 384 10.4 32 Lbs. Layer 41/2" Pallet #2 (sold by the layer only) B. Square 41h" x 41h" 63 7.0 441 9.0 32 Lbs. Laye 41h" C. Small rect. r T4t 41/2" 41/2" x2l/s" 5 14.1 63 0.7 32 Lbs. Layer Total 68 9.7 21/s" Pallet #3 (sold by the pallet only) 42/5" B. Square 41A" 41/2" x 411V 33 7.0 231 N/A 32 Lbs. Pallet C. Small rect. 41A x 21/5" 1 14.1 14 N/A 32 Lbs. Pallet D. Large circle 42/511 41h" x 42/s 31 7.2 224 N/A 32 Lbs. Pallet 321s E. Small circle 32/5" x 42/5" 2 9.6 21 N/A 32 Lbs. Pallet Total 67 ro-(150mm) Minimum -4*- Soil Backfill with Concrete Paver Vegetation 2 318"(60mm) PVC Edge Restraint Staked with Minimum thickness 3/6" (10mm) diameter steel pine I - I h" (25-40mm) bedding San i Compacted Aggregate 13ase Geotextile Fal@ric as required aim (Turn up at sides to cover base) Compacted Soil Subgrade Interlockine Paver Croes-Section Pedestrian and Light Vehicular Applications SCA& Not to Scale IDam 1/12/95 AN -alvials NW eqWpnwg needed to insta pavft stones are readily avalable hwn your E-P HeM Pavb% StomaeAler of local eqWpnmd rental stom CPHENIVE 201 Park Avenue - Woodbury, New Jersey On% - Telephone (609) 845-6200 State of ow art in masonry prodLes since 1913. Fax 1 (609) 84S-0023 - Out of area Call Toll Free 1 (800) 44 HENRY B-6 MARKET GREEN MASTER PLAN Borough of Marcus Hook - Delaware County, Pennsylvania Appendix C Street Tree Facts: Celtis occidentalis, Common Hackberry A hardy native tree species in the Ulmaceae (Elm) family which typically reaches mature heights of 40 to 60 feet. This native tree withstands variable soil pH conditions and moderately wet or very dry areas making it especially suitable for use in urban locations. Hackberry transplants easily as a balled and burlapped larger tree and performs well under adverse conditions. The mature crown of Hackberry consists of a broad top with ascending and arching branches, somewhat similar in outline to the American Elm. In early Fall, a small purple fruit ripens which is relished by birds and wildlife. In addition to the species, Celtis occidentalis is also available in the nursery industry in the form of improved cultivars and hybrids. Celtis occidentalis 'Prairie Pride' is a rugged, compact form of Hackberry which develops a uniform oval crown, reaching heights of 40 to 50 feet. Its leaves are shiny, deep green, and leathery. Celtis x occidentalis'Magnifica' is a hybrid Hackberry developed by Princeton Nurseries which is faster-growing with larger, glossy dark-green leaves. This hybrid tree is also very drought resistant, salt tolerant, and the roots withstand compacted urban soils. Platanus x acerifolia'Bloodgood', Bloodgood London Planetree The recommended replacement tree to closely match the existing London Planetrees in the Market Green is its Bloodgood cultivar. The London Planetree is a large shade tree reaching 70 to 100 feet in height. It is very tolerant of urban conditions, heat, drought, and high pH soil conditions, and is easily transplanted and established. Its ultimate large size limits its suitability for street tree use. The straight hybrid of London Planetree (Platanus x acerifolia) has been over planted in many urban regions of the country because of its adaptability. As a result of this near monoculture status, many diseases have increased their impact on the extended London Planetree population. Cankerstain and Anthracnose are two serious diseases which can cause decline and eventual death of the trees. This 'Bloodgood' cultivar of the hybrid London Planetree (Platanus x acerifolia) exhibits greater resistance to the disease, Anthracnose, which often affects the closely related native tree species, Sycamore or American Planetree (Platanus occidentalis). C-1 NOAA COASTAL SE ICES CTR LIBRARfY 3 6668-, 1" 112741 7 RV 11111 4 0,004-0 al-,