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                                                                    Chester, Pennsylvania

                                                                            January 1996








                                 Pennsylvania Coastal Zone Management Program



                               Commodore Barry Bridge Delaware River Access
                                              Expansion Analysis




                                                   Chester City

                                          Delaware County, Pennsylvania

                                                  January 1996



                                         DEP Grant/Contract No. 94.05PD




                         A Report of the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection
                                                      to the
                                  National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
                                                   pursuant to
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                    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.


























                         





                         













                                                                                                     
                                                                                                        
                                                                                                       
                                                                                                        
                                                                                                       

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                                                   Table of Contents



                                                                                              Page


                       INTRODUCTION                                                              I


                       PROJECT AREA DESCRIPTION                                                  2


                       Impact Areas                                                              2
                       Primary Impact Area                                                       2
                       Secondary Impact Area                                                     2

                       PHYSICAL, DEMOGRAPHIC & ECONOMIC CONDITIONS                               2


                       Physical Conditions

                       Barry Bridge Park                                                         4
                       Wade Property                                                             4
                       PECO Energy Property                                                      4
                       DRPA Property                                                             7
                       Other Project Area Land Uses                                              7
                       Access                                                                    7


                       Demographic Conditions

                       Population                                                                7
                       Households                                                              10


                       Economic Conditions


                       Employment                                                              10


                       Market Conditions


                       Market Area                                                             10
                       Boat Registrations                                                      11
                       Market Area Boat Launching Facilities                                   I I


                       ANALYSIS                                                                14


                       Current General Usage                                                   14
                       Recommended Land Use                                                    14
                       Results of Survey/Questionairre                                         16









                        Current Operations and Maintenance                                        16


                        Analysis of Potential Expansion Areas


                        DRPA Property                                                             17
                        Wade Property                                                             17
                        PECO Property                                                             17

                        Analysis of Secondary Impact Area                                         18


                        Constraints                                                               19


                        Antiquated Zoning                                                         19
                        Conflicting Land Uses                                                     20
                        Multiple Property Ownership                                               20
                        Security Issues                                                           20
                        Vehicular and Pedestrian Access                                           20


                        Opportunities

                        Zoning                                                                    22
                        Vacant and Underutilized Land                                             22
                        Existing Boat Launch Facility                                             23


                        ASSESSMENT OF PARK & BOAT LAUNCH


                        Boating and Park Environment                                              23
                        Competitive Environment                                                   24
                        Assessment of Demand                                                      24


                        OPTIONS FOR BARRY BRIDGE PARK EXPANSION


                        Primary Impact Area                                                       25
                        Secondary Impact Area                                                     27
                        Boat Sales, Boat Storage & Boat Repair                                    27
                        Commercial Centers, Shops and Stores                                      28
                        Restaurants                                                               28
                        Motels, Hotels and Entertainment Facilities                               29
                        Business of Professional Office                                           29
                        Residential                                                               29


                        IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGY                                                   30


                        RECOMMENDATIONS                                                           31









                                                         List of Figures



                                Figure     Title                                         Page

                                     I     Project Area Boundary Map                          3
                                     2     Regional Location Map                              5
                                     3     Barry Bridge Park Site Map                         6
                                     4     Project Area Land Use                              8
                                     5     Market Area Boat Launch Facilities                 13





                                                         List of Tables




                                 Table                                                   Page

                                     I     Market Area Population Trends                      9
                                     2     Boat Registrations in Market Area                  12
                                     3     Boat Registration Under 26 Feet                    11
                                     4     Delaware River Public Boat Launch Sites            15




                                                      List of Appendices




                                Appendix Title                                           Page

                                     I        Lease Between DRPA and Chester
                                     2        Market Area Boat Launch Facilities
                                     3        Pa. Fish Commission Agreement

















                  INTRODUCTION


                  The Commodore Barry Bridge Delaware River Access Park (Barry Bridge Park), located
                  in Chester City, provides the only public boat launch facility along Delaware County's
                  twelve mile stretch of riverfront. This facility is publicly owned and operated for boating
                  and other water-related uses. Because of limited access to the water for public use in
                  Delaware County, the Barry Bridge Park is heavily used, not only by city residents, but
                  by boaters from other parts of the county and region as well as visitors from outside of
                  the state of Pennsylvania.

                  Increased boat registrations throughout the region during the past decade have indicated
                  that there is a high demand for water-related recreation, fishing, and boating in the
                  Delaware County area. Several studies at the county and regional level have indicated
                  that there is also a severe lack of public access sites to satisfy this demand.

                  Historically, Chester City's waterfront, like many other urban waterfronts, has been used
                  for industrial purposes. Water was our first form of transportation and the growth of our
                  communities began along the water. But today, many of these working waterfronts are
                  beginning to disappear. The waterftont now has the potential to provide diversified
                  opportunities, not only for economic development, but also for public enjoyment.
                  Waterfronts today are for everyone!

                  Chester's waterftont is in transition. Many properties are underutilized or vacant. The
                  city's 3.5 miles of waterfront is industrial in nature and public access to the water is
                  limited. At the same time, a public consensus has developed regarding an increased use
                  of the waterfront for water-related activities. Previous planning efforts, including Vision
                  2000, the city's award winning comprehensive plan and economic development strategy,
                  and the Delaware County Waterftont Resources Management Plan, clearly envision an
                  increase of public access to the river for pedestrians, motorists and the general public.
                  Vision 2000 also identified the Barry Bridge Park as a candidate for expansion. Such an
                  expansion could provide an opportunity not only to expand the park, but to improve the
                  visual aesthetics of access to the site and help provide other business opportunities for
                  local property owners. Adjacent land uses could benefit from increased activity and gain
                  a competitive advantage to help transform a dilapidated area into an area of vitality and
                  growth.

                  The primary focus of this study is to examine the potential for expanding the existing
                  Barry Bridge Park to accommodate the growing demand for water-dependent recreation.








                  In addition the study will identify development opportunities which would promote and
                  encourage new investment and revitalization efforts in the area.


                  PROJECT AREA DESCRIPTION


                  The project area includes the Barry Bridge Park site, the adjacent properties (areas likely
                  to be considered if expansion takes place), the area south of Front Street, between Jeffrey
                  and Central Streets, and the area extending from Front Street on both sides of Flower
                  Street to the Amtrak - SEPTA railroad tracks (Figure I - Project Area Boundary Map)


                  IMPACT AREAS


                  For the purpose of this project we have identified two areas, as depicted on Figure 1, that
                  could experience an impact from any future expansion of the boat launch site. These
                  areas are characterized as the primary impact area and the secondary impact area.

                  Primary Impact Area

                  The primary impact area includes the properties that would be directly involved with
                  physical development and has been identified as the existing Barry Bridge Park site and
                  the immediately adjacent properties. Two properties are located to the east of the subject
                  property: the area under the Commodore Barry Bridge owned by the Delaware River Port
                  Authority (DRPA)aAd the Wade property. The property located to the west is owned by
                  PECO Energy Company. One or both of these areas, or portions of these areas, could be
                  incorporated into future expansion plans.

                  Secondary Impact Area

                  A secondary impact area that could experience both positive and negative impacts
                  because of new activity associated with expansion of the Barry Bridge Park site is the
                  properties that are fronting along the access routes to the park. These properties are
                  located along Flower Street, a minor arterial, and along Route 291, a major arterial. In
                  addition properties south of 2nd Street, between Jeffery and Flower Streets will also
                  experience secondary impact. Both Flower Street and Rt. 291 will serve as access routes
                  for boaters entering and leaving the park. These areas may become attractive to
                  commercial development because of expected traffic volumes, reasonable proximity and
                  direct access to the boat launch/park. However, for the purpose of this study we will
                  evaluate only the properties fronting on Flower Street.


                  PHYSICAL, DEMOGRAPHIC &ECONOMIC CONDITIONS

                  The existing conditions in the area will help determine the opportunities and constraints
                  facing the development and/or expansion of the Barry Bridge Park. Below, we will



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                  provide an overview of the existing conditions related to the project area, impact areas,
                  market area with trends in population and households for the Chester area and the region.
                  The region, in this study, is comprised of Philadelphia, Montgomery, Bucks and Chester
                  Counties. (See Figure 2 - Regional Location Map)


                  PHYSICAL CONDITIONS


                  Commodore Barry Bridge Delaware River Access Park (Barry Bridge Park)

                  The subject property is currently owned by the Delaware River Port Authority and leased
                  to the City of Chester for 25 years. (See Appendix A.) Originally signed in 1982, this
                  lease is scheduled to expire in the year 2007. The city recently signed and agreement
                  with the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission for the Fish Commission to assume full
                  responsibility for the maintenance and repair of the docking system at the site. The city
                  will be responsible for the land side maintenance including, the removing of trash and
                  cutting the grass, etc.

                  The Barry Bridge Park property is approximately 4.5 acres in size (See Figure 3 - Barry
                  Bridge Park Site Map.) and consists of three ramps, each of which is 100 feet long and 10
                  feet wide. The ramps are separated by two permanent piers which are 65 feet long. The
                  piers extend into the river with floating docks connected in part by pedestrian ramps. A
                  76 space parking lot with each space 40 feet long (in order to accommodate a car and
                  trailer) covers the large majority of the site. A portion of the area fronting on the river
                  consists of a concrete bulkhead currently used as an observation deck and fishing pier. In
                  addition, a small paved area with benches is provided for land side fishing and/or for
                  sitting and enjoying the view of passing ships.

                  Wade Property

                  The Wade site is approximately 2.2 acres in size and is currently vacant of structures.
                  This property was a former dump site that was designated as contaminated and placed on
                  the Super Fund list for cleanup. The property was cleaned and capped under the Super
                  Fund Program.

                  PECO Energy Company Property

                  PECO owns two contiguous properties located on the west side of the boat launch site.
                  The portion immediately adjacent to the boat launch is approximately 5 acres and is
                  vacant of structures. It is heavily vegetated with clumps of trees and undergrowth. The
                  entire site is within the 500 year flood boundary with a small area within the 100 year
                  flood boundary. Just west of this area is the former West End Boat Club property now
                  owned by PECO. This property is approximately 2 acres in size. A building is located
                  on the site which was a club house for the boat club. It also has a pier. Portions of this
                  property are located within the 100 year flood boundary while the remaining area is
                  within the 500 year flood boundary.


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                  Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA)

                  DRPA is the currently owner of vacant property directly under the Commodore Barry
                  Bridge. This property is fenced and is restricted for use for development purposes. The
                  property located between the boat launch site and the Wade property is approximately 1.5
                  acres in size.


                  Other Project Area Land Uses

                  Other land uses within the project boundary are varied in nature. The majority of the
                  area, however is characterized by vacant lots and/or vacant, dilapidated residential
                  structures. The property located under the bridge extending along Flower Street from
                  Delaware Avenue to the Amtrak - SEPTA railroad tracks is vacant and fenced. This
                  property is owned by the Delaware River Port Authority. The area west of the Port
                  Authority's property is predominately residential. Located south of the residential
                  structures are industrial uses. The properties on the east side of Flower Street consist of
                  residential use, light industry use, garage, commercial use and vacant and boarded
                  residential structures. (See Figure 4 - Project Area Land Use.)


                  Access


                  The Barry Bridge Park is accessible by both land and water. The direct highway access is
                  via Delaware Avenue. (See Figure 4.) This street is not a through street, but provides
                  direct access to the Barry Bridge Park site and several industrial properties. The street's
                  right-of-way is shared with Conrail's freight lines. Access onto Delaware Avenue is via
                  Flower Street, a minor arterial. Traffic leaving the Commodore Barry Bridge would use
                  Flower Street to enter the Barry Bridge Park site. Traffic from Interstate 95 must
                  currently use one of several exit ramps and proceed east to Rt. 29 1, a principal arterial.
                  Rte 291 carries traffic in a north-south direction and is located one block north of
                  Delaware Avenue. Rt. 291 is scheduled for widening and rebuilding. It is programmed
                  for a widening to five lanes (two travel lanes in each direction and a center turn lane).

                  DEMOGRAPHIC CONDITIONS


                  Population

                  There are approximately 2,700 persons living in and slightly beyond the project area.
                  This represents approximately 6 per cent of the city's 1990 total population of 41,856
                  persons. Chester City experienced sharp declines in population between 1970 and 1990,
                  declining from 56,331 to 41,856. Population levels for Delaware County as a whole, and
                  Philadelphia also showed a decline between 1970 and 1990. Growth occurred in Bucks,
                  Chester and Montgomery Counties but the large decreases in Philadelphia accounted for
                  the region's overall populatiOn decline. (See Table 1.)



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                                                         Population and Household Trends
                                                           Regional Boating Market Area
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                                                                     POPULATION


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                                AREA                     1970          1980           19"              Number           Percent


                        Chester City                     56,331        45,794         41,856            -14,475             -25.70

                        Regional Market                3,265,775     3,127,702      3,181,258            -84,517                -26

                        Delaware County                  603,456       555,007        547,651            -55,805              -9.25

                        TOTAL                         3,969,231      3,682,709     3,729,"9            -140,322                -3.6



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                                AREA                     1970          1930           19"             Number               Percent


                        Chester City                     17,869        15,897         14,537              -3,332             -18.65

                        Regional Market                1,026,633      1,105,601     1,179,240            152,607              14.86

                        Delaware County                  180,583       192,332        201,374             20,791              11.51

                        TOTAL                         1,207,216      1,297,933      1,380,614           173,3"                14.36



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                   Although Delaware County is expected to experience slight growth in population by the
                   year 2000 as projected by the Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission
                   (DVRPC), most of the regional growth will occur in the suburban fringes of Bucks,
                   Chester, and Montgomery Counties. Bucks and Chester Counties are expected to grow
                   by 25 and 30 per cent respectively.

                   Households


                   Household growth will be more pronounced than population growth due in part to
                   declining household sizes. Even though Delaware County population levels declined by
                   over 55,000 persons between 1970 and 1990, the total number of households increased by
                   20,791 over the same reporting period, from 180,583 to 201,374. The counties that make
                   up the region also increased by 14 per cent from 1,026,633 to 1,179,240 households.


                   ECONOMIC CONDITIONS


                   Employment

                   The strength of Chester's economy has historically depended upon the manufacturing jobs
                   along the waterfront. However, over the last decade manufacturing jobs have declined
                   significantly. Vision 2000 noted that manufacturing employment in the city declined
                   from 4,900 to 2,900 from 1982 to 1991. Recent U.S. Department of Labor overall
                   unemployment figures for the city show Chester at approximately 8.9 per cent in June,
                   1995 as compared to 8.7 per cent in January, 1995. This in a county that has an
                   unemployment rate closer to 5 percent.

                   Although Chester's economy has declined, the neighboring counties have shown an
                   increase in employment. As indicated in DVRPC's report titled "2020" the region
                   showed an increase in employment of approximately 14.6 per cent from 1980 to 1990.
                   The report ftirther states that by the year 2020 employment in the region will grow by
                   another 18 per cent.



                   MARKET CONDITIONS


                   Market Area


                   The market area for the Barry Bridge Park is defined as the area in which boaters will
                   'travel to launch their boat at the Barry Bridge Park. Conversations with the Pennsylvania
                   Fish & Boat Commission and interviews with local boaters were held, and the location of
                   existing public facilities was identified to help determine the appropriate market area
                   from which the Barry Bridge Park could draw. Chester's geographic location and
                   proximity to a major highway network system and a bridge that connected two states
                   indicated that the Chester facility could not only draw boaters from the counties in



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              Pennsylvania including, Chester, Bucks Montgomery and Philadelphia, but also boaters
              from the States of Delaware and New Jersey.

              Boat Registrations

              In 1993 the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission reported that there were 311,542
              boat registrations in the State of Pennsylvania. Table 2 shows boat registrations in the
              Pennsylvania portion of the market area from 1984 to 1993. The data reflects all
              motorized watercraft registered within the state during this reporting period including
              motorized sailboats. Total registration has increased from 26,892 to 42,457 during this
              reporting period. This represents an increase of 15,565 boats or 57 per cent. Boats
              registered in the state of Pennsylvania are put in a classification. These classifications are
              usually by size. Boats up to 26 feet are typically trailered to a water access location and
              launched via a boat ramp. Registrations for these size boats grew by 3,816 boats or a
              little over 3 per cent between 1992 and 1994. (See Table 3 below.) This demonstrates an
              increase in popularity of boating using the ramp type boat launches.



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                                   Boat Registrations Under 26 Feet



                       Year             Less than 16 feet         16 - 26 feet


                       1992                 172,242                110,268
                       1993                 167,073                111,446
                       1994                 170,877                114,084



                       Source: Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission




              Market Area Boat Launching Facilities

              Pennsylvania and especially the eastern region along the Delaware River has a very
              strong boating tradition and has historically been a focus for both commercial and
              recreational boating. This strong tradition is illustrated by the increase in the number of
              boat registrations as indicated above. There are 32 boating launch sites located along the
              Delaware River, Neshaminy Creek and the Schuylkill River. These sites provide a range
              of facilities including surface ramps, parking, gas and oil. Approximately a third of these
              sites charge a fee.(See Figure 5 and refer to the Appendix B for more information on each
              facility.)












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                                                                                       Total Boat Registmtions by County                                                             Change
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                           county                1994       1985      1996        1987       1988       1989      19"        1"1         1992       1993                   Number        Percent

                           Bucks                 8,864      9,508     9,778       10,665     11,638'    12,464    12,892     13,907      14,601     14,713                    5,849      65.99%
                           Chester               3,177      3,427     3,588       3,999      4,350      4,609     4,853      5,243       5,629      5,765                     2,588      81.46%

                           Debware               3,339      3,483     3,653       3,934      4,637      4,550     4,625      4,889       5,176      5,056                     1,717      51.42%

                           Montgomery            7,031      7,399     7,921       8,563      9,236      9,560     9,853      10,301      10,725     10,693                    3,662      52.08%

                           Philadelphia          4,481      4,577     4,659       5,039      5,413      5,794     5,806      6,155       6,426      6,230                     1,749      39.03%

                           TOTAL                 26,392     2"94      29,5"       32,200     35,274     36,977    38,029     40,495      42,557     42,457                   15,565      57.98%


                           SOURCE.- PA Fish& Boat Commission


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                    Along the Delaware River extending through Delaware, Philadelphia and Bucks
                    Counties, there are 9 public boat launch sites with only one in Delaware County. (See
                    Table 4.) The other boat launch sites in Delaware County are private marinas and are not
                    intended to service boats less than 26 feet. These sites rent boat slips and usually charge
                    a fee to boaters without slips and with no other means to launch their boats.



                    ANALYSIS


                    The purpose of this project is to determine if the Barry Bridge Park should be physically
                    expanded and/or modified to include additional uses or facilities that could better serve
                    the citizens of Chester and the many individuals that visit the park on an annual basis.
                    This analysis section will review a number of issues related to possible park expansion.
                    It will address issues related to the physical capabilities of the subject property, the
                    possibilites for expansion, what impact such expansion would have on the adjacent
                    community and the nature of potential new facilites and uses at the Barry Bridge Park.

                    Current General Usage

                    The Barry Bridge Park is a waterfront park that provides water-related recreation for
                    many Chester residents and visitors from surrounding counties. While many Chester
                    residents visit the park all during the day to either fish from the piers or sit and enjoy the
                    scenery, the boat launch facilities are used mostly by visitors from outside of the city
                    limits.


                    Recommended Land Use


                    The land use located in the primary impact area includes the park and properties owned
                    by both PECO Energy and DRPA. Both of these adjoining properties are currently
                    vacant. Vision 2000, the city's recently completed a comprehensive plan and economic
                    development strategy, after full evaluation of the existing conditions and factors that
                    promote functional land uses, designated this area as being suitable for recreation and
                    open space. Specific recommendations of Vision 2000 can be summarized as follows:

                                * Conduct a feasibility study to evaluate park expansion.

                                0 Negotiate with PECO Energy to acquire property for expansion.

                                *   Work to designate this facility as a regional recreational facility.

                                0   Finds ways to improve access to the site.

                                0   Improve signage to the site.




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                                                       TABLE4


                                          PUBLIC BOAT LAUNCH SITES


                                                DELAWARE RIVER


                 PUBLIC LAUNCH SITE                         ESTEMATED DISTANCE TO NEXT
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                 Bucks County

                 1. Upper Black Eddy                        6 miles to Tinicurn (2)
                 2. Tinicurn Park                           26 miles to Yardley (3)
                 3. Yardley                                 16 miles to Bristol (4)
                 4. Bristol                                 2.5 miles to Neshaminy (5)
                 5. Neshaminy                               6 miles to Linden Avenue (6)

                 Philadelphia County

                 6. Linden Avenue                           2.5 miles to Tacony Access (7)
                 7. Tacony Access                           1.5 miles to Frankford Aresenal (8)
                 8. Frankford Aresenal                      16 miles to Commodore Barry Bridge (9)

                 Delaware County

                 9. Commodore Barry Bridge                  16 miles to Frankford Aresenal (8)

                 SOURCE: Pennsylvama FL-,h and Boat Comnusslon

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                                    Identify and evaluate potential waterfront related commercial uses that
                                 should be considered for location near the site.


                  Results of Survey/Questionnaire

                  During our process of collecting data we prepared a survey questionnaire and conducted
                  interviews with many of the people visiting the park. While this survey was not a
                  statistically valid random sampling, the results of the survey indicated that the park is a
                  valued commodity in the city. Many Barry Bridge Park users felt that the park is a
                  needed recreation alternative within the city and should not only be saved but expanded
                  to include more facilities. Many of the residents and visitors who were interviewed and
                  turned in completed questionnaires felt that the park should be expanded to include the
                  following facilities:


                             0   Rest rooms
                             *   Lights
                             0   Snacks or food concessions
                             0   Play area for children
                             0   Barbecue area
                             0   Boat rides for children
                             *   Picnic area with vandal proof tables and benches
                             *   Water fountains
                             *   Fuel
                             *   Security guard to prevent littering
                             0   Another pier

                  Although there were many positive comments regarding the Barry Bridge Park site, some
                  problems were identified as causing concern. Some of the problems experienced while
                  using the facility included the following:

                             0 Docks were in poor condition
                             * Site scattered with trash and debris
                             * Silt prevented launching during low tide
                             0 Trash and broken glass scattered about in the parking area

                  Current Operation and Maintenance

                  The city is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the park, but is not the
                  property owner. The property is owned by the Delaware River Port Authority who has
                  given the city a long term lease. The city was recently designated as financially
                  distressed and is not in the position to perform the yearly maintenance needed to keep the
                  park as a functional boat launch facility. Because of the financial situation the city has
                  entered into an agreement with the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission for the
                  maintenance of the boat launching facilities. (See Appendix C.) The Commission has
                  assumed full responsibility for the maintenance and repair of the docking system of the


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                   fishing and boating access area. The city will continue to have the responsibility of
                   cutting grass and removing trash.



                   ANALYSIS OF POTENTIAL EXPANSION AREAS


                   The project area is located at the foot of Flower Street under the Commodore Barry
                   Bridge. Currently this area appears to be dormant in terms of development. There is no
                   new development taking place and no expansion plans contemplated for existing uses.

                   Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA)

                   DRPA owns the property on which the park is located and an area adjacent to the park
                   which also includes all the area located directly under the Commodore Barry Bridge
                   extending from Delaware Avenue for the length of the bridge through the city. The
                   parcel located adjacent to the park would be suitable for more park area or as access to
                   the adjacent Wade site. This property is currently vacant of structures and does not have
                   any physical constraints that would prevent this site from being incorporated with the
                   park site. The property is not for sale but may be available for lease with certain
                   conditions. The legal department of DRPA is now reviewing what restrictions they
                   would have on any use proposed for their property.


                   Wade Site


                   This site is east of the DRPA's property. The Wade site was a federal Superfand clean up
                   site. In 1986, EPA removed all the contaminated soil and capped the site with clean soil.
                   It is provided with five wells which are used for periodic testing by the Pennsylvania
                   Department of Protection (DEP). The site is designated as clean but it has certain
                   restrictions for future use. The capped or clean soil cannot be disturbed by removing,
                   digging or placing any type of piling below the capped surface.

                   This site would be suitable for recreation related activity. It can be paved providing the
                   wells are not covered or disturbed. Buildings can be placed on the site providing the
                   foundation is not below the capped surface. The site could be incorporated into an
                   expansion scheme with the park and the DRPA site if the DRPA conditions are not too
                   restrictive.


                   PECO Property

                   The two properties owned by PECO Energy Company are contiguous to the park. These
                   properties are currently vacant except for a structure located on the former West End Boat
                   Club site. These sites appear to be suitable to be included in an expansion of the Barry
                   Bridge Park facility. However, PECO is currently marketing these sites as part of an
                   overall area incorporating approximately 50 acres of land for future development. PECO
                   has listed the property for $1.1 million per acre. This price would prohibit the city or any


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                   other public agency from considering the property for purchase if it reflects the actual
                   value of the property. However, there may be opportunities for a development concept
                   for this property which could complement the boat launch site and other development
                   with water-related intentions.



                   ANALYSIS OF SECONDARY IMPACT AREA


                   The park area is surrounded by vacant land, scattered commercial use, industrial use and
                   small residential houses. Because of the Conrail railroad lines and industrial land use the
                   area is characterized as industrial. The industrial uses consist of a utility company, trash
                   and automobile related operations. The residential uses in this area conflict with the
                   heavy commercial and industrial uses. In addition, Rt. 291 carries large volumes of truck
                   traffic which constantly generate noise, vibration and fumes. The conditions generated
                   by nearby heavy industry, heavy commercial and major roads have contributed to the
                   deterioration of the residential living environment. The effect of this land use conflict is
                   evident in the many vacant lots and deteriorated residential structures that were once in
                   active use.


                   The major areas of secondary impact would be the residential uses located along the side
                   streets and the uses along the access routes that bring traffic into the Barry Bridge Park
                   facility. The access routes are Flower Street and Route 291. Flower Street would be the
                   major route for visitors coming from New Jersey over the Commodore Barry Bridge and
                   for the northern and central parts of the city. Visitors from the state of Delaware and
                   from the western portion of the city, the western portion of Delaware County and Chester
                   County might use any of several 1-95 interchanges on to local city streets (Highland
                   Avenue, Engle Street, Kerlin Street, etc.) that would eventually lead them to Route 291.
                   Route 291 would also tend be the main access route for visitors from the northern and
                   eastern part of Delaware County and from Philadelphia and Montgomery County via the
                   Blue Route (1-476) or 1-95.

                   The land uses along Flower Street consist of vacant land owned by DRPA, light industrial
                   use, and residential use in a range of conditions. The commercial use along Flower Street
                   has attempted to capitalize on some of the boat traffic by selling bait and other various
                   fishing and boating equipment. This area presents an opportunity for other type of
                   services that the various visitors could use; such as food, fuel and possible boat storage
                   facilities.


                   The residential uses are intermingled with vacant land and some of the automobile related
                   operations. Residential structures that were once occupied are now vacant and boarded.
                   As more traffic is generated from the industry and possible increase of use for the boat
                   launching park, residential use will become less desirable.

                   The other major route for access into the park is Route 291. This road is now
                   programmed to be improved to five lanes on PennDOT's twelve year capital


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                   improvement program. Many property owners have not maintained their property in
                   anticipation of PennDOT acquiring their property. The land uses along this route have
                   changed from mixed, including residential, commercial and industrial to small pockets of
                   automobile related activities, convenience type stores and vacant land. Generally the area
                   is in transition and residential is no longer the dominant use.

                   When the industrial uses were very active and generated employment opportunities,
                   residential units were built on the side streets and along 2nd Street to provide housing .
                   Today, most of the units that were located on the side streets between 2nd Street and
                   Front Street are now only marginally functional. Although a few of the units still remain
                   relatively stable and well-maintained, most of them are either vacant or dilapidated.
                   Also, most of the industry that was located along the side streets has either moved or
                   closed.


                   The land uses within the secondary impact area are in transition. A large portion of this
                   area is either vacant or underutilized. However, with the possible expansion of the Barry
                   Bridge Park, this area presents many opportunities. Many urban communities across the
                   country have rediscovered their waterfront land and have recognized it as and urban
                   amenity which can accommodate both water and non-water dependent uses. The
                   redevelopment of long-overlooked waterfronts is happening in dozens of communities
                   across the country. An expansion of the Barry Bridge Park could help capitalize on the
                   demand for water related recreation and generate increased traffic and visitors into the
                   area. This activity could, in turn, introduce opportunity for new development to serve the
                   increased traffic.


                   CONSTRAINTS


                   There are several constraints that will have an impact on the redevelopment or
                   improvement of properties within the project area. These constraints consist of an
                   antiquated zoning ordinance, conflicting land uses, multiple property owners, security
                   issues and difficult access for both vehicles and pedestrians.

                   Antiquated Zoning

                   The project area is dominated by industrial zoning classifications. Historically, Chester's
                   waterfront has been used for shipping, shipbuilding and manufacturing and the zoning
                   ordinance was written to encourage and accommodate these types of uses. Although the
                   ordinance was written to accommodate industrial uses, other uses such as residential and
                   commercial were also permitted. Because of inadequate controls and changing
                   community standards, the mix of these uses created conflicts and the uses are no longer
                   functioning in harmony.

                   Today, many of the industrial and commercial uses are gone and in many cases they have
                   left abandoned buildings, vacant land and deteriorating piers. These areas have the
                   potential to be adaptively reused to take advantage of the waterfront, a natural resource


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                   that has more and more been recognized as an urban amenity. However, a major
                   constraint that has discouraged and delayed reinvestment along the waterfront is
                   antiquated land development policies and the lack of a vision of how the waterfront
                   should be developed. The current zoning ordinance is obsolete and does not provide
                   adequate controls to encourage or guide new development concepts.

                   As an initial step in addressing this problem, the city recently adopted a new
                   comprehensive plan (Vision 2000) which recommended development of a new waterfront
                   overlay zoning district. The proposed new district will have industrial as the primary
                   permitted use, but will have the flexibility and controls to allow other non industrial water
                   related uses when the market conditions support such uses.

                   Conflicting Land Uses

                   Over the last decade this area has experienced all the factors contributing to urban blight.
                   Industrial land use is intermingled with residential land use without proper screening.
                   Because of the negative influence created by traffic and impacts from the nearby heavy
                   industrial uses many of the residential structures were abandoned and are now
                   deteriorating at an alarming rate. The industrial uses have not fared appreciably better.
                   Many have shut their doors forever and more have failed to prosper due to market
                   changes, inadequate access and other factors. A lack of a vision of how the area should
                   be revitalized has also prevented any significant revitalization of this general area.

                   Multiple Property Ownership

                   The project area consists of approximately 160 property owners. PECO and DRPA are
                   the major property owners, but many of the properties are residential. The residential
                   properties are the ones that are abandoned and/or in blighted conditions. The owners are
                   often absentee or have no interest at the present time in improving these properties.
                   Fragmented ownership usually complicates a unified redevelopment strategy by limiting
                   the size of development sites and the timing of their disposition. Some form of land
                   assemblage must occur to provide development sites of any size that would attract private
                   investment.


                   Security Issues

                   For any successful expansion of the Barry Bridge Park, the issues of personal and
                   property safety will need to be addressed as a central part of the expansion process. From
                   a personal safety point of view, park users want to feel safe whenever they are present on
                   the site. This desire for personal safety may necessitate incorporation of enhanced
                   security measures such as improved lighting schemes, emergency call boxes, security
                   personnel at specified times or other security measures in any plans for expansion.

                   In terms of property safety, the Barry Bridge Park is located on the waterfront, is bounded
                   on two sides by vacant property and on the remaining side by railraod tracks and


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                   deteriorated buildings. These conditions make it particularly susceptible to vandalism in
                   the off hours when the park is not being used. The open style parking may also leave
                   park users with concerns about their vehicles and trailers being susceptible to vandalism,
                   break-ins or theft during the day.


                   Vehicular and Pedestrian Access


                   The Barry Bridge Park is constrained by the lack of direct vehicular and pedestrian access
                   to the park. The park fronts on Delaware Avenue which shares the right of way with the
                   Conrail's freight lines. Traffic coming into the park must turn off Flower Street onto
                   Delaware Avenue and then turn into the park's entrance. Pedestrians entering the park
                   must also follow this same route. The area between Flower Street and the park entrance
                   along Delaware Avenue suffers from neglect and is unattractive with trash and over
                   grown weeds bordering the fence. Any expansion program would have to address this
                   area by providing a paved walkway, removal of debris and an improved landscaping
                   program.


                   Route 291 which provides access for visitors coming from other parts of the city and
                   from north and south of the city has an inadequate cartway to effectively move goods and
                   people in a safe and efficient manner. This problem has negatively impacted the ability
                   to attract new investment in the area. The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's twelve year
                   highway capital improvement program has scheduled improvements for Route 291 to
                   include the widening of the highway to five lanes, four moving lanes and one turning lane
                   and landscaping of the entire corridor. This improvement will significantly enhance the
                   access/approach to Flower Street and the Barry Bridge Park. As a result it is likely that
                   this improvement will generate new interest and investment in the area.

                   The other major constraint is providing access from 1-95 to Flower Street. Currently
                   visitors from out of state or the county must exit 1-95 from Highland Avenue, Kerlin
                   Street or the Chestnut Street ramps. Using these ramps the visitors would have to travel
                   through most of the city on streets that are not conducive to cars towing boats. The city's
                   comprehensive plan has recommended the construction of an on-and-off-ramp between
                   9th Street and the Commodore Barry Bridge connector. By using the bridge connector,
                   the new ramps and Flower Street, vehicles would have direct access to the waterfront via
                   Flower Street from 1-95.


                   OPPORTUNITIES


                   The constraints listed above appear to limit or discourage expansion of the Barry Bridge
                   Park park and development potential in the project area. However, these concerns are
                   similar to those that faced many other waterfronts which have been successfully
                   revitalized. The Barry Bridge Park site and the overall project area also have many
                   positive attributes that could encourage new development. Today, urban waterfronts are
                   considered as special cultural resources. They now have the potential to provide



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                   diversified opportunities for not only economic development, but for public enjoyment
                   and community identity as well.

                   A recent article in the Philadelphia Inquirer was headlined "Welcome to River City". The
                   article went on to describe the transformation of the Philadelphia and Camden waterfronts
                   from exclusively industrial to an evolving mix of port related uses, entertainment facilites
                   and cultural amenities that all take advantage of the proximity to the water. The city of
                   Chester fronts on the same Delaware River and has the potential to become part of a new
                   river oriented recreational/entertainment network of facilities. Vision 2000, Chester's
                   new comprehensive plan, acknowledged and endordsed such a concept with its
                   recommendation for a new waterfront zoning district.

                   Zoning

                   Several properties along Chester's waterfront are either vacant or underutilized. This is
                   also evident in the project area. As described above, there is potential interest and
                   opportunity for use of the waterfront property for other than industrial uses. Vision 2000
                   thus recommended that a new waterfront zoning district be created that would allow for a
                   much wider variety of waterfront uses while at the same time providing the performance
                   standards that will make all uses along the waterfront good neighbors.

                   The process of developing this new waterfront zoning district is underway and should be
                   completed by the end of the year. This new district will parallel the Delaware River and
                   extend north to Route 291. The Barry Bridge Park project area is located within the
                   proposed new waterfront zoning district. The purpose of the district is to allow other
                   development options to be considered. The types of uses permitted in this district could
                   include: mixed use office, retail buildings, recreation, (marinas, fishing, parks) water
                   related commercial activity (boat storage, sales, repairs) and a waterfront festival market
                   (restaurant, shopping, amusements, ferry stop). Some areas that may be suitable for some
                   of these potential uses are located within the Barry Bridge Park project area boundaries.


                   Vacant and Underutilized land


                   There are 160 properties located within the Barry Bridge Park project area. Many of these
                   properties are either vacant, underutilized or occupied by dilapidated structures. Because
                   of the city's new vision and new zoning district, existing property owners and potential
                   investors can now plan for new opportunities for this area. But, because of the fragmented
                   ownership in the area land assemblage will be required to assure adequate parcel size for
                   development. There are several land acquisition strategies that could be utilized in this
                   area if property owners choose to develop their properties along with other vacant or
                   underutilized parcels. (These strategies are discussed in more detail in Appendix D.

                   PECO is the lar gest single property owner in the project area. They are also marketing
                   their land for development purposes. This property is suitable for uses that would be
                   encouraged and permitted in the new waterfront zoning district.


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                   Existing Boat Launch Facility

                   Perhaps the most significant opportunity for expansion of the Barry Bridge Park facility
                   is the fact that it already exists. Given the limited amount of publicly owned land on the
                   Delaware County waterfront, and the fact that significant funds have been spent to create
                   the existing facility, development of a new facility somewhere else in the county to meet
                   growing demand for boat related waterfront recreation is unlikely to occur. Chester is
                   thus presented with a tremendous opportunity to capitalize on this unique resource and
                   build on its established base.




                   ASSESSMENT OF PARK & BOAT LAUNCH


                   Boating and Park Environment

                   Chester City has approximately 3.5 miles of waterfront property. Historically, the
                   waterfront has always been occupied by heavy industrial and manufacturing companies.
                   Many of these industries relied on the river for their water supply and transportation. But
                   as the patterns of manufacturing have changed, the nature and use of urban waterfronts
                   has changed. Metro Machine Company, and PECO Energy are the two remaining
                   industries that utilize the water for shipbuilding and for bringing in materials by tug boat
                   and barge. The remaining land fronting on the river is not used for any water-related
                   activities. Because of changes in transportation modes, an overall decline in heavy
                   manufacturing technology, stricter environmental regulations and other economic factors,
                   the waterfront is no longer the desired location for manufacturing that it used to be. Now
                   that industries are relocating away from the water to use other modes of transportation
                   such as highway, rail and air, there is renewed interest in using waterfront areas for other
                   water related uses including public recreation, commercial recreation (Entertainment
                   facilities, theme parks, marinas, restaurants/clubs, etc.) and cultural activities.

                   The boating and park environment in the project area is conducive to the expansion of the
                   Barry Bridge Park and can provide additional opportunities for public access along
                   Delaware River. There is no official count of the number of visitors to the Barry Bridge
                   Park on an annual basis. Field surveys on selected evenings and weekends during the
                   course of this study have confirmed, however, that the park is constantly being used. As
                   a result of the impact of environmental regulations initiated during the 1970's, the
                   pollution levels in the Delaware River have been significantly reduced and more residents
                   are seen fishing and crabbing from the piers located in the park. Fishing from the piers
                   seems to be an active sport for the Chester residents who cannot afford a boat.

                   Delaware County has a very strong boating tradition as indicated by the marinas in
                   Tinicum and Ridley Townships. This tradition is further illustrated by the increases in
                   the number of boat registrations throughout the state. Boat registrations have increased in
                   Pennsylvania by approximately 57 per cent during the last decade. Additionally, boat


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                   registrations in Pennsylvania are only required for motorized vessels. Sailing vessels are
                   not counted in the registration statistics. The development of public boat ramps has not
                   kept pace with the increasing levels of boat registrations.

                   Competitive Environment

                   While demand for public access to the river is widespread, available locations are
                   extremely limited. In Delaware County, Tinicum Township and Marcus Hook Borough
                   are the only other municipalities that have public access to the river. The Barry Bridge
                   Park site and the area where Highland Avenue terminates at the water's edge are the only
                   public access points to the river in Chester City. Recent reports titled "Delaware County
                   Waterfront Resources Management Plan" and "Vision 2000 - the Chester City
                   Comprehensive Plan and Economic Development Strategy" both reported that there is
                   new interest in waterfront properties for public access. However, most of the properties
                   fronting on the river still remain in private ownership and public access to the water is
                   very limited.

                   From the boating perspective, there are 32 boat launching sites serving the Delaware
                   River market area. Only 9 of these sites are public and charge no fees. One public site,
                   the Barry Bridge Park, is located in Delaware County while the next closest public site is
                   approximately 16 miles north in the city of Philadelphia. Moreover, the majority of the
                   private marinas in Delaware County are ftilly occupied with no available slips for rent.
                   Several marinas indicated that they have a waiting list extending for several years. These
                   marinas charge an annual slip rental fee ranging from $500 to $3,000 and charge a $10
                   launching fee. Boat owners who are on the waiting list for slips or who do not want to
                   pay the annual rent for slips constantly utilize the public boat facilities. These boat
                   owners usually store their boats in their driveway or rear yards rather than pay a fee at the
                   private facilities.


                   Assessment of Demand


                   There are three public sites providing access to the waterfront in Delaware County. One
                   of them is Memorial Park in Marcus Hook Borough. This is a very popular, heavily used
                   park which provides visual access to the river and various types of community events
                   which also attract many visitors from adjoining communities. The second one is
                   Governor Printz State Park in Tinicum Township. This park also provides visual access
                   to the waterfront and attracts many visitors for picnicking and passive recreation. The
                   third park is the Barry Bridge Park located in Chester City. This is the only public park
                   in Delaware County that provides physical access to the river for boating activities.
                   Governor Printz Park is state operated while the other two are operated and maintained at
                   the local municipal level.

                   There are a number of private facilities along the waterfront in Delaware County
                   including boat clubs and marinas that provide access to the waterfront. These facilities
                   provide a total of approximately 700 boat slips. As indicated earlier, these facilities are


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                   essentially fully occupied and have waiting lists. In addition, the access to these
                   facilities is restricted to members only or to individuals who pay annual fees to launch or
                   moor their boats. This restriction limits the majority of the county's population from
                   viewing or enjoying a natural resource.

                   In Delaware County the 500,000 plus citizens and 5,000 boat owners have access to the
                   waterfront via three public parks with only one with boat launching facility. In Bucks
                   County and Philadelphia County the population is approximately 2,000,000 persons
                   owning approximately 20,000 boats with only 8 public boat launching facilities along the
                   Delaware River. Additionally, the public boat launching facilities are not evenly
                   distributed along the Delaware River. Based on the above statistics it would appear that
                   not only Delaware County but the region as a whole is lacking adequate public access to
                   the waterfront for its population. In essence, marinas and public boat ramp facilities have
                   not kept pace with the increasing level of demand.

                   Based our survey of users of the Barry Bridge Park and our analysis of the existing
                   conditions in the region it is felt that the park should be expanded to help address the lack
                   of public access to the waterfront. Moreover, an expansion of the Barry Bridge Park
                   could serve as a catalyst for the redevelopment of several of the vacant and underutilized
                   properties in the area. This, in turn, could generate new jobs to help combat the high
                   unemployment that is negatively impacting the city of Chester.



                   OPTIONS FOR BARRY BRIDGE PARK EXPANSION


                   The previous sections of this report have examined the existing conditions of the Barry
                   Bridge Park and surrounding properties and the constraints and opportunities that might
                   affect the redevelopment of the area. This section will look at some of the options for
                   physical expansion of the park, some of the potential uses that might be added to the park
                   and uses of neighboring parcels that might be generated from the increased traffic coming
                   into the area as a result of a park expansion.

                   Primary Impact Area

                   This area includes the Barry Bridge Park and the adjoining vacant properties. The park is
                   heavily used and many of the users have expressed the need for additional facilities. The
                   park at its current size is fully developed. It's major visitors are boaters, fishermen and
                   residents who sit and watch the water. The park and surrounding area has the potential to
                   be a more family oriented recreational facility.

                   The paved parking area for cars and boat trailers occupies the majority of the park area.
                   Very little area is provided for visitors who bring their families to sit and talk or who just
                   want to watch the passing ships. Currently, this condition has created a minor conflict
                   between the pedestrians and boaters launching their boats. Expansion of the park without



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                   consideration of this issue could aggravate this problem. To separate the parking and
                   vehicles from the pedestrians, additional area is needed to accommodate new facilities
                   and to help the park and surrounding area meet its full potential. Any park expansion
                   must therefore identify strategies for expanding the park that respond to the recreational
                   needs and desires of the residents of Chester and the larger market area for users of the
                   boat launch facility.

                   Without more detailed physical analysis and design of an expanded park, economic
                   analysis of the costs of expansion, and a better understanding of the intentions of the
                   adjacent landowners, it is not possible at this time to determine whether the park should
                   be expanded to the east or to the west or in both directions. DRPA has not completed its
                   internal examination as to what conditions should be imposed on future use of their land
                   and PECO Energy Company has agents marketing their property for sale.

                   In the most likely park expansion scenarios, the existing park area would remain
                   relatively unchanged. Additional landscaping and maintenance would be needed to
                   improve the overall aesthetics of this portion of the property. The expansion area would
                   most likely tend to focus on a variety of expanded recreational activities and operational
                   improvements. Listed below are some of the improvements identified as possibilities for
                   the expansion program:

                   0  Signs - Developing new directional signage would be one of the first activities
                      recommended for implementation. Signs for directional purposes could be placed in
                      strategic locations, e.g. 1-95, Route 291, etc., for directing visitors to the park. This
                      type of signage would also be beneficial to adjacent property owners because they
                      could use the signs as a form locational direction to their facilities. Improved
                      informational signage is also necessary. These signs should explain the function of
                      each area in the park and describe the various policies that should be adhered to while
                      visiting the park. These signs should be thematic, colorful and attractive, adding a
                      sense of safety and new activity to the area. One approach to developing this new
                      signage would be to involve local artists and area schools in the process of designing
                      a new logo for the Barry Bridge Park. This could serve the dual purpose of
                      improving the use the park by a wider segment of the community for a broader range
                      of purposes.

                   0  Boat Launch Ramp - Another boat ramp would be a welcomed addition to the park.
                      Our survey found overwhelming support for additional boat launching facilities.

                   0  Floating Pier - A ramp and floating pier designed specifically for sight seeing,
                      fishing and crabbing would better serve the local residents and others who use the
                      park for this purpose. As currently designed, boaters and fishermen share the same
                      ramps. This sometimes creates conflicts. When the boats are launched they
                      sometimes cause the fish lines to tangle.




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                  ï¿½   Picnic Area - A Picnic area was ranked high for additional facilities requested by
                      many local park users. Sight seeing and enjoying the water could be greatly enhanced
                      by providing tables and benches for visitors to sit, eat and enjoy the view. A tot lot
                      and playground with equipment would complement the picnic area.

                  0   Rest Rooms - Rest rooms were the number one facility requested by users of the
                      park to be included in the expansion program. Many residents who visit the park
                      arrive early in the day and usually stay many hours, fishing, sitting and relaxing by
                      the water. Adequate rest room facilities would attract more visitors and contribute to
                      a safe, clean and attractive facility.


                  ï¿½   Information Pavilion - A structure should be considered to house an officer from
                      the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission. This building could also provide an
                      area for a security officer, information booth, rest rooms and vending machines for
                      snacks and drink.


                  Many of the recreation centers and playgrounds in the city are supported by community
                  organizations and volunteers. Volunteerism might be utilized effectively in the
                  management, cleanup and security of the park.

                  Secondary Impact Area

                  The secondary impact area as we have defined it in previous sections of this report has an
                  opportunity for significant redevelopment and improvement if certain actions are
                  implemented. There are several large parcels that are either vacant or underutilized and
                  there are many smaller parcels that will need to be assembled into reasonably sized
                  parcels if development opportunities are to be realized. One the major actions that must
                  be taken is the development of a revised zoning district to include provisions with design
                  guidelines that would minimize conflicts between various land use categories. Other
                  actions would include access improvements and implementation of an expansion program
                  for the existing boat launch facilities.

                  The city is in the process of developing a waterfront overlay district that would permit
                  and encourage a variety of uses that would be suitable for the secondary impact area.
                  Listed below are a summary of uses with an analysis of the advantages and disadvantages
                  of each.


                  Boat Sales, Boat Storage and Boat Repair Facilities

                  The uses in this concept would provide support and service to people who would utilize
                  the boat launching facilities. Some of these new uses could include but not limited to:
                  boat repair and storage; boat sales and water-related items; fishing bait and equipment;
                  and, fuel sales.




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                   As indicated earlier in this report there has been an increase in boat registrations in
                   Delaware County as well as adjoining counties. It is expected that more boaters will
                   utilize the Delaware River and take advantage of the only public boat launching facility in
                   the county. Because of this increase in boat registration this activity will also increase the
                   need for more sources for storage for boats, boat repairs and sources for boat fuel. Some
                   of the properties located along the access route to the Barry Bridge Park might be suitable
                   for this type of use. Some of the current uses in the area are automobile oriented,
                   providing gas sales and car repairs. These uses could be converted or expertise added to
                   service water bound vessels.


                   Many of the local municipalities in the region have been developing new zoning
                   requirements preventing certain vehicles, such as boats and trailers from being stored
                   openly in driveways. These boat owners may be seeking alternative locations to store
                   their boats close to boat launching facilities. Because of these regulatory issues and the
                   increase of boat sales this area presents an opportunity to address this demand.

                   Commercial Centers, Shops and Stores

                   The Chester waterfront, and especially areas along Route 29 1, is experiencing a transition
                   in uses. In the past, a variety of uses including commercial, residential and industrial
                   uses occupied this area. Many of these uses are no longer in the area, in fact many
                   properties are now vacant and in blighted condition. With the widening of Route 29 1,
                   access to this entire corridor will be improved thus allowing traffic to move in and out of
                   the area more efficiently. In addition, adoption of new zoning regulations that will
                   minimize the impacts of all uses across property boundaries will help to create an
                   opportunity for rehabilitation and new construction in the area. Commercial uses
                   proposed for this area would be uses that would capitalize on the increase traffic from an
                   expansion of the park and boat launch facility. These uses could consist of restaurants,
                   convenience stores, or retail trade oriented towards boat sales and equipment.
                   Commercial uses would be encouraged to develop in accordance with performance
                   standards for off-street parking, landscaping and buffering.


                   Restaurants


                   Various types of restaurants and eating places can be designed to attract different types of
                   patrons. Fast food and take out restaurants usually attract the transient patron. These
                   type of patrons are usually on the go. They buy their food and take it somewhere else to
                   eat. Those places could be at home, back to work or in this area down to the waterfront
                   to either take on a boat or sit in the park by the water and eat. The other type of
                   restaurant is a place where people can come, sit down and eat, and have a relaxing lunch
                   or dinner. When Rt. 291 is improved it will generate more traffic consisting of visitors
                   coming into the area for business or other activities and people passing through to another
                   destination. The other clientele would be city residents who want eat out or the visitors
                   who come to the boat launch or be by the water. Restaurants would be a use that would



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                   attract many visitors from outside of the area and complement many other type of uses in
                   the area.


                   Many smaller vacant and boarded properties are located along the access route to the
                   park. These parcels can provide opportunities for local residents specializing in ethnic
                   type foods.

                   Motels, Hotels, Inns, Conference Center, Amusements or Gaming Establishments

                   At the present time there does not appear to be a market or demand for motels, hotels or a
                   conference center in this area. These types of uses generally require large parcels of
                   ground for buildings and parking. This situation could change if the state of
                   Pennsylvania elects to permit riverboat gambling in the future. Motels, hotels,
                   conference center, etc., are uses that would complement a gaming or casino type
                   operation.

                   Currently gaining or casino type operations whether they are riverboat or dockside are not
                   permitted in the state of Pennsylvania. However, legislation has been developed to
                   consider such activities. Thus far, such legislation has not met with a great deal of
                   success in the Pennsylvania legislature. In all such proposals to date, the local
                   municiaplity would make the final decision on whether riverboat gambling is something
                   that community wants.

                   This report makes no judgment on whether riverboat gambling should be permitted in the
                   city of Chester. It does, however, make note of the fact that such a use would have a
                   significant impact on the potential development of the area around the Barry Bridge Park.

                   Business or Professional Offices


                   Office use including real estate, dentist or other similar type professional office use could
                   benefit from new growth or activity in the area. A widened Route 29 1, well lit and
                   landscaped, ccould significantly change the image of the area. If other uses are generated
                   from an expansion of the Barry Bridge Park and improved access then a market mightl be
                   created for professional office type uses. These uses could service new residential and
                   commercial uses.


                   Residential


                   In general, residential development would be discouraged in the primary and secondary
                   project areas. Consistent with the overall theme of Vision 2000, it would not be in the
                   long term best interests of the city to encourage new residential development in an area
                   that is likely to experience increased traffic and expanded commercial development. The
                   one exception to this general condition might be a special purpose, residential facility that
                   is connected to a water related primary use.



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                  CONCLUSIONS


                  Waterfronts are for everyone! Vision 2000, the city's recently adopted comprehensive
                  plan and economic development strategy stated that "waterfront locations are prime for
                  uses other than industrial". Waterfronts can also create opportunities for revitalization -
                  improvement of public access, creation of new economic activity and the creation of new
                  life and vitality for a community. The potential expansion of the Barry Bridge Park
                  presents all of these opportunities.



                  IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGY


                  The expansion of the Barry Bridge Park provides a tremendous opportunity to implement
                  a new city policy for waterfront development. In order to realize this goal, it will require
                  the participation of the private sector, the city, county and state governments.

                  The major component for revitalization of this area is already in place - the existing boat
                  launch and park. However, there are constraints related to expansion of the park and the
                  revitalization of the surrounding area. Resolving the operation and maintenance of the
                  park and any area included in the expansion program will require cooperation from the
                  private sector, and city, county and state officials. The adoption of a new zoning district
                  will require public hearing and approval by City Council. Addressing the critical
                  transportation issues will require cooperation from council officials and the approval
                  from PennDot.


                  The redevelopment of the surrounding area including the PECO property and the many
                  smaller parcels fronting on Flower Street will depend on the real estate market conditions
                  and transportation improvements. These improvements include the widening of Route
                  291 and the Commodore Barry Bridge Connector. The Barry Bridge Connector would
                  serve traffic from 9th Street heading to 1-95/US 322 west and traffic from 1-95/TJS 322
                  east headed to 9th Street. Theses ramps would solve one of the city's most critical
                  transportation problern-direct access between 1-95. These improvements are extensive
                  and will not happen overnight.

                  The process leading to the expansion of the boat launch and areas fronting on Flower
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                   RECOMMENDATIONS



                   A. Ensure Future Use of the Site for Recreational Use


                       The city of Chester has only a little over eleven years remaining on the lease for the
                       ground on which the Barry Bridge Park is located. The city should act now to ensure
                       that this unique recreational resource is preserved for future generations of city
                       residents.


                       Recommended Action: The city should negotiate an extension to the existing 25
                       year lease with DRPA for as long a term as is possible.

                       Responsibilfty: Upon direction by City Council, the City Solicitor should open
                       negotiations with DRPA regarding an extension of the cur-rent lease.

                       Timing: This process can begin immediately.



                   B.  Resolve Current Operation and Maintenance Issues

                       Resolving the problems related to the ongoing maintenance and operation of the
                       F roperty is a critical first step to any expansion of the facility. Currently the property
                       is owned by DRPA and maintained by both the City of Chester and the Pennsylvania
                       Fish and Boat Commission. Chester City has recently been designated as a distressed
                       municipality pursuant to the Municipalities Financial Recovery Act, Act 47 of 1987.
                       Because of the city's current fiscal problems, the city's investment in development and
                       maintenance of recreational facilities will face severe budgetary pressure. It is
                       reasonable to assume that the city will therefore be hard pressed to justify additional
                       funds to maintain an expanded facility. As a result, at least three other options should
                       be considered. Any of the three scenarios would require the prior approval and full
                       cooperation of the city government.


                            Create a Partnership Between the City, County and State.

                            Under this approach, the city would retain responsibility for the overall operation
                            of the Barry Bridge Park. It would, however, seek to negotiate for support from
                            the county and the state for the operation and maintenance of the facility. Since
                            the facility is heavily used by residents from other parts of the county, the city
                            could request that Delaware County participate in the maintenance of the park


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                          and consider the use of county police to periodically patrol and police the area.
                          County participation would encourage county events and draw more county
                          residents to the area. This, in turn, might support new development in the area.

                          The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission is now under an agreement to
                          maintain all boat launching facilities. In concert with county assistance, this
                          agreement could be expanded to include other activities.



                          Transfer All Operations and Maintenance to Delaware County.

                          In previous studies, Delaware County has indicated that there is a demand for
                          additional public access to the Delaware River for county residents. However,
                          most of the land fronting on the river is in private ownership thus making it
                          difficult to respond to this need. The Barry Bridge Park presents an opportunity
                          for the county to add a waterfront park to its open space, recreation and park
                          system. In addition, this could present an opportunity for other county agencies
                          including the Delaware County Convention and Visitors Bureau and Delaware
                          County Commerce Center to participate in an activity that would help diversify
                          the county's waterfront.

                          Transfer All Operations and Maintenance to the State of Pennsylvania.

                          Due to fiscal and manpower constraints, the city has transferred responsibility for
                          the maintenance of the boat launching facilities to the Pennsylvania Fish and
                          Boat Commission. This alternative would make that arrangement a more
                          permanent one. It would also extend the arrangement to allow the Fish and Boat
                          Commission to maintain the entire facility. As part of this approach, the Fish
                          Commission would be encouraged to maintain an official presence (e.g.
                          assigning the Waterways Conservation Officer) on the site in the form of an
                          office on the river with an urban waterfront information and education center.



                      Recommended Action: The city should review their fiscal and manpower resources
                      to determine if they can operate and maintain the existing facility. After a full
                      analysis of city resources, Chester city council should decide if another government
                      agency would be more appropriate to maintain and operate the existing facility. If the
                      city decides another agency would be better equipped to operate and maintain the
                      boat launch and the park, city council would initiate an action to pursue this objective.

                      Responsibility: City Council and appropriate administrative support agencies.

                      Tim "n: City Council should review their resources immediately to determine which
                      action to pursue.



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                  C.  Develop a Barry Bridge Park Expansion Program (Primary Impact Area)

                      The development of an expansion program for the existing boat launch and adjacent
                      properties is the process of identifying the facilities that would be added, where they
                      will be located, how much the construction of these facilities will cost and where the
                      funds will come from. During this process the parcels which are being considered
                      will be identified and incorporated in an overall development plan.

                      Recommended Actions: Identify, pursue and obtain funding for the development of
                      a detailed Barry Bridge Park expansion design. Determine the skills necessary to
                      undertake the design process (e.g. engineering, landscape architecture, recreation
                      planning, urban design, etc.) and develop a request for proposals. Select a consultant.

                      Responsibilfty: The responsibility for these actions will depend on who will
                      eventually manage and operate the park.

                      Timing: As soon as management responsibilities are resolved.



                  D.  Develop an Area Improvement Plan (Secondary Impact Area)

                      The properties fronting along the access route into the Barry Bridge Park will
                      experience development pressure from increasing traffic into the area. These
                      properties present an opportunity for new development with uses that would support
                      the expansion of the park. Most of the properties are either vacant and underutilized
                      and regulated with obsolete zoning requirements.

                      Recommended Actions: Proceed with the preparation and adoption of the new
                      waterfront overlay zoning district. Establish a process for land assembly of smaller
                      parcels into more marketable sites. Develop a detailed revitalization plan for the area.
                      Encourage and support a process to attract local, regional and national developers to
                      participate in the redevelopment of the area.

                      Responsibility: City Council should direct the Chester City Planning Department to
                      coordinate this process with all appropriate city agencies.

                      Timing: Concurrent with park expansion design.



                  E.  Acquire Ownership/Control of Required Expansion Area

                      The properties on both sides of the Barry Bridge Park are vacant. These properties are
                      suitable for facilities to be included in an expansion program for the existing boat
                      launch and park.



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                      1. PECO Property

                      Located to the west of the existing park, PECO owns over 100 acres of ground.
                      Approximately 50 acres are currently being marketed for future gaming facilities such
                      as a riverboat or dock side casino. These types of uses usually attract other
                      supporting uses such as motel, hotel, conference center, eating and drinking
                      establishments, etc., which would be suitable for adjacent properties subject to
                      resolving various access constraints. Recognizing the fact that PECO plans could be
                      several years in the ftiture, expansion of the existing boat launch with additional
                      water-related and people oriented facilities could be the first phase of preparing the
                      area for major revitalization efforts.

                      Recommended Action: Determine what portions of the PECO property would be
                      appropriate for an expansion of the Barry Bridge Park. Meet with PECO officials to
                      explain the Barry Bridge Park expansion program, overall development plans for the
                      area and how PECO can participate in a public-private partnership for revitalization
                      of the area. Determine the market value of the targeted property. Negotiate with
                      PECO for possible acquisition through donation, gift or purchase. Identify and
                      pursue funding sources for possible acquisition of additional land.

                      Responsibili : City Council and/or their designee should initiate discussions with
                      PECO officials to convey the importance of an integrated development plan for the
                      area. Any actual acquisition should be undertaken by the agency that will be
                      operating the park.

                      Tin"n : This activity should begin as soon as City Council determines who should
                      maintain and operate the existing facility and expansion program.


                      2. DRPA & WADE Site


                      Located to the east of the existing park is property owned by DRPA and the Wade
                      site. Together, these two sites total almost four acres (2.2 acres and 1.5 acres
                      respectively).

                      One or both of these sites could be included in the expansion program for the park
                      based on the proposed expansion design. Both of these sites have restrictions for
                      physical development. DRPA' s property is not for sale but may be available for a
                      long term lease subject to certain conditions. The Wade site may also be available for
                      recreation and water-related activity. Any use of the Wade site is, however, currently
                      under the control of the state Department of Environmental Protection (DEP).
                      Additionally, legal questions about the ownership of the property and use of the site
                      by the city would need to be firmly resolved before any investment in improvements
                      to the site could be made.





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                      Recommended Action: Continue to identify the restrictions related to DRPA's
                      property and to clarify what actions are required to use the Wade site in an expansion
                      program. Determine what portions of the DRPA and Wade properties would be
                      appropriate for an expansion of the Barry Bridge Park. Negotiate with DRPA and
                      DEP for the right to use all or portions of the properties as part of the expansion
                      program.


                      Responsibilfty: The Chester City Planning Department has already initiated a
                      process to address the above concerns. Any actual negotiations for site control should
                      be undertaken by the agency that will be operating the park.

                      TimLng: The Chester City Planning Department is currently awaiting responses from
                      both DRPA and Pa. DEP regarding use conditions and availability of respective
                      properties. Site control efforts should begin as soon as City Council determines who
                      should maintain and operate the existing facility and manage the expansion program.



                  F.  Access Improvements



                      1. Regional Access Improvements

                      Access between 1-95 and the waterfront corridor will be an important issue that must
                      be addressed if expansion of the boat launch and redevelopment of the surrounding
                      area are to reach their full potential. Vision 2000 proposed the creation of a
                      "Waterfront Access Loop" that would use a Flower Street connection to 1-95 on the
                      west side of the city and the Chestnut Street-Morton Avenue corridor on the east side
                      of the city. Neither of these two proposals are currently being actively pursued. The
                      third critical element of this loop is the widening of Route 291. This project is
                      underway. The right-of-way acquisition for the eastern portion of Route 291 is
                      essentially complete and demolition work is imminent. Actual construction of the
                      eastern portion of the road is to commence during 1996 and should be completed by
                      late 1997 or early 1998. On the western portion of Route 291 (west of Franklin
                      Street), final identification of the right-of-way requirements is underway. This will be
                      followed by the appraisal process and right-of-way acquisition. Completion of this
                      segment of the highway widening is not expected until the year 2000.

                      Recommended Action: Continue to monitor the process to improve Route 291.
                      Actively pursue the development of the "Waterfront Access Loop", especially the
                      Flower Street connection with 1-95. Work to have this project placed in a priority
                      position on PennDOT's twelve year highway capital improvement program.

                      Responsibift: City Council, Chester Planning Department and Delaware County
                      Planning Department.



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                       Tin"n : This process should begin immediately.



                       2. Local Access


                       Along with improving the ability of park users from outside the city to access the
                       facility, it is critical that the local access to the park be substantially improved. At a
                       minimum, signage at the current access point to the park at Flower Street and Route
                       291 is essential. On a more substantitive level, if the park is to achieve its true
                       potential, an improved entry point and entry corridor is necessary. Currently, the
                       Barry Bridge Park is accessed through a dilapidated area, over the Conrail tracks and
                       into a large unlandscaped parking lot. The trip is not pleasant and can be intimidating
                       to those concerned about safety issues.

                       Recommended Action: Using the new logo (See Section H below), develop low
                       cost interim signage that will identify the park entrance point and guide users to the
                       facility. To the extent possible within a reasonable budget, the new signage should be
                       vandal resistant or easily repaired so as to generate a positive response at the initial
                       sighting of the signage. Seek possible corporate sponsorship for this activity.

                       Responsibift: City Council, Chester Planning Department and city Parks and
                       Recreation Department.

                       Timing: This process should be initiated as soon as a new logo has been developed
                       and accepted.


                  G.   Develop Barry Bridge Park Support Network

                       One of the elements that makes any park successftil is the feeling that the users of the
                       park have for that facility. Facilities that have a high level of stakeholder interest are
                       much more likely to be successful. It was clear from the survey conducted for this
                       study that the current users of the Barry Bridge Park care a great deal about the
                       facility. Their pride and sense of ownership of the park is something that can perhaps
                       be harnessed into a Barry Bridge Park support network to improve the overall park
                       experience for them and all the other users of the park.

                       At least two areas could be the focus of an initial Barry Bridge Park support network -
                       maintanance and security.

                       Recommended Action: Establish an "adopt-a-park" program that would see specific
                       groups (e. g. boating clubs, fishing groups, citizens groups, etc.) agree to perform
                       certain maintence at the facility, from litter pick-up to more sophisticated
                       maintenance where the capability exists.



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                      Responsibilfty: City Council, Chester Planning Department, Parks and Recreation
                      Department and park users.

                      Timing: This process could begin at any time. It could start on an informal basis
                      under the current park management structure and then be transferred to a new
                      operational environment.



                  H.  Establish A New Image for Barry Bridge Park

                      Since its inception, the Barry Bridge Park has suffered from a lack of true identity
                      both inside and outside the city. One of the most significant problems has been that
                      the park did not have a readily recognized name. The official name, the Commodore
                      Barry Bridge Delaware River Access, is much too cumbersome for casual
                      conversatioin. The more frequently used designation as the "chester boat launch"
                      does not adequately characterize the full nature of the park and the recreational
                      activities that can be enjoyed there.

                      This study has attempted to respond to this image problem by combining a portion of
                      the official name with the word "park" to arrive at an alliterative and easily
                      remembered new name for the facility - the Barry Bridge Park. This name also
                      provides an immediate locational image that will assist in generating an awareness of
                      the facility throughout the region.

                      The use this new name should be the first element in a larger effort to expand the user
                      base for the park. Consideration should be given to the possibility of developing a
                      formal marketing process for the park that will focus on making sure that potential
                      users become more aware of the benefits of the park. This process may begin by
                      using elements of the Barry Bridge Park support network as emissaries to broader
                      constituencies.


                      Recommended Action: For marketing and image purposes, the Commodore Barry
                      Bridge Delaware River Access should be identified as the Barry Bridge Park in all
                      future references. In addition, a new logo for the Barry Bridge Park should be
                      developed. All signage and marketing materials should use this new name and logo
                      to firmly establish an identity for the park. A more formal program to establish the
                      Barry Bridge Park as a recreational destination should also be considered.

                      Responsibilija@: City Council, Chester Planning Department, Chester Department of
                      Parks and Recreation and possibly a marketing consultant.

                      Timing: Use of the new name can begin immediately. Development of the logo and
                      a marketing program should probably begin only after the operational responsibilities
                      for the park have been clarified.



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                  1.  Explore Potential Security Enhancement Concepts for Barry Bridge Park

                      One of the concerns that faces any urban park is the perception and reality of personal
                      and property safety. If Barry Bridge Park is to achieve its full potential as a major
                      recreational resource for the city and the region, park users must feel safe. A two
                      pronged approach would seem to be the most feasible alternative for addressing this
                      issue.


                      First, the users of the park can be encouraged to play a role in improving the safety of
                      the park. With the cooperation of the Chester Police Department, a "Park Watch"
                      group could become another set of eyes and ears that could serve to enhance safety at
                      the park and shorten response time to any vandalism that might occur. Another near
                      term alternative is to secure ftinds for a limited scope security guard program that
                      would see security personnel present at the park on a scheduled number of weekends
                      during the summer. This kind of security would significantly improve the willingness
                      of boaters to bring their cars, boats and trailers to the park without fear of vandalism
                      or theft.


                      A more long term approach would be the development of a multi-purpose structure
                      that could serve as a police sub-station for use in the busiest times. This structure
                      could also serve as the home of the Waterways Conservation Officer now based in
                      Brookhaven, who could be invited to relocate here. It could also serve as the base for
                      the security guard program described above. Another physical improvement to the
                      site might be a lighting scheme that increases the security level of the park. If the
                      lighting could be solar powered, it would decrease the operating costs for this
                      improvement. It might be advisable to engage a security consultant to help with the
                      selection and design of a lighting system and the overall park security.

                      Recommended Action: As part of the effort to enhance the image and use of the
                      Barry Bridge Park, the issue of security must be a central part of any proposed park
                      expansion. An overall security program should be developed that incorporates the
                      elements identified above and other security measures that might be appropriate and
                      necessary.


                      Responsibilfty: City Council, Chester Police Department, Chester Department of
                      Parks and Recreation and possibly a security consultant.

                      Timing: Development of a "Park Watch" program can begin immediately. Other
                      security enhancement alternatives should commence as soon as a funding resource is
                      identified.









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                   CONCLUSION


                   The initiatives described above are viewed as the range of efforts necessary for the
                   expansion of the Barry Bridge Park and the revitalization of the surrounding properties.
                   The expansion of the park can be a major factor in attracting new private investment in
                   the area. The properties fronting along the access route presents a great opportunity for
                   redevelopment, removing blight and changing the image of a distressed area. This
                   proposal can also help implement county and state goals in providing additional public
                   access to the Delaware River. In addition, this area including PECO's property can
                   emerge as the best development opportunity for the city. It has the potential to generate
                   new jobs, additional recreation, new and better uses for an area that has experienced
                   decline and distress for decades. It is strongly urged that the city, county and state form a
                   partnership to capture the true value of this unique recreational resource.




































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                                        LEASE AGREEMENT


             This Agreement  made  this 9th day of February, 1982 between 
            
          the Delaware  River Port Authority, a  public corporate instrumentality of the

          Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the State of New Jersey ("Authority"), and
          
          the City of Chester (Lessee"),



                                      W I T N E   S S E T H:


             In consideration   of the mutual promises  and  covenants herein contained,

          the parties  hereto agree as follows:

               1.  Authority hereby   leases unto Lessee certain land adjacent to    the

          Commodore Barry Bridge, more specifically set forth and described on       the

          plan attached hereto  and marked as   Exhibit "A" , entitled, "Plot of   Property

          Situate in City of  Chester, Pennsylvania   Bounded  by Bridge Right of   Way

          Reaney Street - Delaware   Avenue, and the Delaware  River", dated  September  1,

          1978, and revised March 11, 1980, and described as    follows:

             Beginning at DRPA Monument  No. 558,  in the southeasterly line of Delaware
          Avenue (60 feet wide), distant 114,72 feet along said line bearing S 540 17' 
          23"W, from its intersection with the southwesterly line of Flower Street
          (60 feet wide); thence

            A. Southeasterly along a curve, turning to the left, an arc distance          of
          425.79 feet, said curve having a radius Of 15,287.82 feet, to DRPA monument
          No. 559, thence
             B.  S 40o 54' 26" E, a distance of 473.05 feet to a point (DRPA designation
          No. 560), said point being located on the Bulkhead Line of the Delaware River,
          thence

             C. S 51o 16' 26" W,    along the Bulkhead Line of the Delaware River, a dis-
          tance of 260.47 feet to   a point (DRPA designation No. 599), thence

             D. N 35o 45' 57"W,   a distance of 909.33 feet to an Iron Pin,  said pin        being
          DRPA Monument No.   600, situated on the southeasterly line of Delaware
          Avenue (60 feet wide),   thence
             E. N 54o 17' 23" E,   along southeasterly line of Delaware Avenue, a dis-
          tance of 185.49 feet to   the point of beginning (DRPA Monument No. 558): the
          said parcel containing more or less 4.590 Acres.
             2. The leased site    is to be used as a water-related  recreational facility
          consisting of a  boat launching site for access to the Delaware River; a car/







          boat  trailer parking area (specifically excluding trailers for  living and/or
          sleeping purposes),  a fishing area from either bank or wharf, with,the place-

          ment of sanitary facilities,on the  leased site.

             3. The term   of this lease shall be for a period of 25  years from.the date

          of this  lease; provided, howtver, that if the Authority  shall determine in

          its o,,m discretion, that the premises are required for its public purposes,,

          during the term of this Agreement, it may terminate this   agreement by giving

          niriety,(90) days' notice in writing to the Lessee of its  intention to do so.

                  The execution of this lease agreement is subject to the.securing of

          funds by the lessee for the  construction of the aforementioned facility.

             5.   Lessee-covenants that during the use of the premises, it shall:

             a. At all times maintain   the premises in a clean and orderly manner,-

          and upon termination of this  lease will peacefully deliver up the premises,

          fre e from any and all rubbish., and other refuse matter, in good order;

             b. Make an   effort to prevent damage to the premises or   the occurrence

          of any nuisance  thereon, and provide adequate policing  of the area to protect

          the safety of person and property on  the premises.

             c. Exclude from the leased premises, any explosives, inflamma les, stored

          gasoline, tanks containing liquefied petroleum gas or butane gas or any other

          materials which might create a fire or health hazard on such premises or a

          danger to personw, but this shall not apply, ho-Y!ever, to fuel in the operating

          tanks of parked motor vehicles or pleasure boats.

             6. No structure, fencing, or other improvements excepting initial construc-

               of the recreational facility pursuant to-a design of plans and specifica-

          tions prep@tred by the Pennsylvania Fish Commission and approved by Authority's

          Chief Engineer shall be erected or constructed on said premises without prior

          approval in writing of the Authority's Chief Engineer. Any and all improve-

          ments which may be erected or constructed.shall be at the sole cost and ex-
          pense of Lessee, both in respect to construction and maintenance.








                 This- lease  agreement  and  all'rights  and  obligations   conferred hereby

         shall  extend  to the Lessee   only,.and  the Lessee shall in    no event transfer,

         assign or   sublet the  same or.-Dermit  the use thereof by any person,or     corpor-

         ation for   any purpose other than    that specified in Paragraph 2 above     without

         the   prior written approval oT the Authority.

             8.  The Authority   shall provide no services of any nature      in connection

         with  this lease, or the use and occupation of the leased premises.

             9.  At the cessation of this lease, or if      sooner  terminated   by the Authority

         in  accordance with this Agreement the premises,%shall be restored         by Lessee

         to  the original condition as existed     before entry, unless at least 60 days

         .Prior to termination, written -authorization for improvenrents/alterations to

         remain  is obtained from the Authority's      Chief Engineer.

             10.  Les-see is to  comply with all applicable ordinances,       rules, regulations

         and laws of the City    of Chester, Commonwealth of     Pennsylvania and   of the United

         States of   America,  and shall pay any fees, taxes     or other   suchcosts  which may

         be assessed    against the premises or the Authority     by reason of the use of     the

         leased premises by    or through Lessee or the -making of    this lease.

             11. No sign or    other advertising device shall be     erected or maintained

         on the premises leased. Such signs as Lessee shall jdeem necessary for proper

         identification and utilization of      the premises for   the stated purpose,-shall

         be approved by   Authority's Chief Engineer as to size, location,        suitability.

             12. It is understood and agreed that the Lessee shall assume          all risks and

         responsibilities for casualties of every description in connection with the

         lease and use of the premises and shall defend and save harmless          the Authority,

         its officers and employees from all suits and clairr.3 for loss of        life, or in-

         jury occurring to any pers    on or damage to property on the demised      premises
         whether occu,r*ring through the negligence of the Autho     rity, its.servants or

         employees or otherwise. The Lessee shall be liable and responsible for and






         .agrees-to'fally,indemni@y,, protect  and save harmless the Authority,   its
         officers  and/or employees,  from any and all liability and from    all suits
         and actions  of every kind and description (including, but not limited to,

         legal defense costs)   brought-or -vhich may be brought against it, them or    any

         of them  for or on account. of  any loss sustained by any person or party by

         reason of  injuries to person    or damage to property that may   occur out.of

         the lease.or  use of the leased premises, or that may be     sustained as  a result

         or consequence thereof irrespective of whether or not such injury or       damage

         be due to negligence.of the Authority, its officers, servants or employees.
         it .is not the intention  of this  agreement, or of anything'herein provided

         to'confer.a third party beneficiary.right of action     upon any person whatso-

         ever,and nothing hereinbefore or    hereinafter set  forth shall be construed   so

         as to  confer upon any person other than the.Authority a right of     action 'either

         under  this contract or in any manner whatsoever.
            13.   The Lessee.shal'I obtain all required licenses    and permits,  if any be

         necessary.

            14. @ It is expressly understood and agreed    by and between the parties hereto

         thati, this lease sets forth all the promises,   agreements   conditions and under-

         standings between   them relative to the leased premises., and that there are no

         promises, agreements, cond  itions or understandings, either oral or written,

         between them other than are herein set forth. It is futher understood and
         aigreed that,, except as herein otherwise proviaed,_nb subsequent alteration,,

         or change or addition to this lease shall. be binding unless reduced to writing

         and signed by them.

            15'. Any waiver by either party under this lease or of.any breach by the
         other party shall not affect similar rights subsequently arising, nor oper-

         eve as a waiver of the clause or condition under which said right arose or

         said breach occurred..


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              16.. it is  expressly-understood and agreed that no default whatsoever

         ..Or breach of  covenant hereunder shall be   deemed to have  occurred on the

          part  of the Lessee until ninety (90) days after written     notice of such de-

          fault  or breach-shall have.been given to the Lessee, and the Lessee within

          such'time shall have failed to remedy such default or breach, and unless

          within that  time the Lessee shall have commenced action to remedy     such de-

          fault or breach and shall have continued to prosecute the same diligently

          to.completion; but at the expiration of such ninety (90) day period and

          following a determination that the Lessee has not undertaken in good faith

          to cure the-default or breach, Authority shall have the right to take any

          action to enforce   its ri ghts, hereunder,, including the right to terminate

          this lease and to reenter   the demised premises@ or to    enforce full perfor-.

          mance by  the.Lessee of its'obligations hereunder.

             17. Notices provided herein shall be sufficient      if sent by Cert  ified

          Mail, Return Receipt Requested, postage prepaid, forthe Authority addressed

          to:


              General Counsel
          Delaware River Port Authority
          Administration Building
          Bridge Plaza
          Camden, New Jersey 08101

          and for Lessee to:


          Office of the City   Solicitor
          City of Chester
          Municipal Building
          Fifth and Welsh Streets
          Chester Penns@rlnrania 19013

          or to such other addresses as the parties may from time to time designate

          to each other in writing.

              IN WITNESS WHEREOF,, the parties hereto have caused their respective cor-

          porate seals to be hereunto affixed and these presents to be so executed by

          their respective proper officers, the day and year first above written.



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                                                        By:
                                                                President
                 VICE PRESIDENT
                       AND
                    SECRETARY 



          (Seal)                                        CITY OF  CHESTER   PA.-

          Attest:








                                                        By:
              SAMUEL C. POLIAFICO
              City Clerk                                        JOSEPH  F. BATTLE
                                                                 Mayor
  
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                                     Appendix

                     MARKET AREA BOAT LAUNCHING FACILITIES
                          (See Map No. for approximate locations)




                          BUCKS COUNTY


           Delaware Canal Access


           1.   Delaware Canal--Located in Roosevelt State Park between Easton and Bristol
                (B-C-F-K)


           Delaware River


           2.   Tinicum Access -Rt. 32 at Erwinna. (A-C-H-L)
           3.   Upper Black Eddy-Rt. 332 just below the bridge crossing to Milford, New Jersey.
                (A-C-H-L)
           4.   Yardley Access-River Road, Rt.32 at north end of Yardley Borough. (A-C-H-L)



           Delaware River Tidewater


           5.   Andalusia-Adjacent to Mud Island, Salem Harbor. (B-C-E--K)
           6.   Ed's Boat Yard-900 Haunted Lane, Cornwells Heights. (A-E-I-K)
           7.   Neshaminy Creek-Jack's Marine, 1057 Totem Rd, Cornwells Heights. (A-E-H-M)
           8.   Neshaminy State Park--4th Avenue, Croydon. (A-C-J-K)
           9.   Neshaminy State Park Marina-Located in Neshaminy State Park. Near mouth of
                Neshaminy Creek at Croydon Rt. 13. (A-C-J-K)
           10.  Seyfert & Wright-5th Avenue, Croydon. (P-J-K)
           11.  Station Avenue Access--Station Avenue in Andalusia. (A-C-I-K)
           12.  Nockamixon Lake-Located in Nockamixon State-Park, Rts 563, 412 & 313
                near Quakertown. (A-C-D-H-M) 
           13.  Lake Galena--Ferry Road and Rt. 313 at Fountainville. (A-C-E-G-L)
           14.  Levittown Lake-Located near Borough of Falls.(B-C-G-L)
           15.  Lake Luxembourg--Bridgetown Pike and Rt. 413 at Langhorne. (B-C-E-G-L)

           Neshaminy Creek

           16.  Eckerts Marine Service--724 Brown Lane, Croydon. (A-E-I-K)
           17.  Jack's Neshaminy Marina-4th Avenue and River Road, Croydon (D-E-J-K)
           18.  Neshaminy State Park-Rts. 332 and 413 Newtown. (A-C-D-J-K)
           19.  Snug Harbor Marine-400 Main Avenue, Croydon. (C-E-B-H-M)

















                                  CHESTER COUNTY


               Schuylkill  River

               20.    Phoenixville Access- Located at Rt. 113 crossing river. (A-C-G-L)
               21.    Marsh Creek Lake-Located in Marsh Creek State Park, 1. 5 miles west of village of
                      Eagle on Park Road. (A-C-G-L)
               22.    Struble Lake-West on Rt. 322 from Dowingtown; right on Chestnut Tree Road,
                      2.5 miles to lake. (A-C-G-L)

                                  DELAWARE COUNTY


               Delaware River Tidewater


               23.    Anchorage Marina-401 S. Swarthmore Avenue, Ridley Park Ramp.
                      (A-C-E-D-J-M)
               24.    Delaware River Access--Located at foot of Flower Street off Rt.322 at
                      Commodore Barry Bridge in Chester. (A-C)
               25.    Island Marine-- Wanamaker Avenue, Essington. (C-E-D-J-K)


                                  MONTGOMERY COUNTY
               Schuylkill  River

               26.    Norristown-Foot of Haws Avenue. (A-C-G-M)
               27.    Valley Forge Park--Near Betzwood on Rt. 636 (A-C-G-M)
           28.    Flat Rock Dam--Lower Marion Township on Schuylkill River. (A-C-G-M)

                                        PHILADELPHIA COUNTY


               Delaware River


               29.    Linden Access--Linden Avenue and 9100 N. Delaware Avenue. (A-C-H-M)
               30.    Tacony  Access-Located at Milnor Street & Princeton Avenue. (A-C-H-M)
               31.    Franford Arsenal Access--Located in 5600 block of Tacony Street. (A-C-I-K)

               Schuylkill  River

               32.    Strawberry Mansion Bridge-Located on Kelly Drive at the Strawberry Mansion
                      Bridge. (C-G-L)





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                 Key To Access Area Classification

                 The following letters iden* the type of access facilities that are located in th e market area
                 and the type of boating most suitable at each access area. These letters appear following
                 the location of each facility identified in this appendix.


                                                       Facilities


                 A--Surfaced ramp                           D-Gas and oil available
                 B-Beach-type ramp                          E-Charge for launching
                 C--Parking available

                 Customary Class of Boat Used               Primary Type of Boating

                 F--Canoes and other hand carry boats only  K-Recreational boating
                 G-Shallow drA lightweight fishing boats,   L-Boat fishing and recreation
                     canoes and inflatables
                 H--Moderate draft fishing boats, sailboats m_-Recreation boating and fishing
                     and recreational runabout boats
                 1--Deep dr* high-powered recreational
                    boats
                 J--Unlimited size boats


                 Example: (B-C-F-K) would indicate an access area having a Beach -type ramp, parking
                 area, canoes and other hand carry boats only, and the water offers recreational boating.


                 SOURCE: Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission

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                                               AMENDMENT #1 TO
                                          AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE
                                                CITY OF CHESTER
                                                     ANDTHE
                                PENNSYLVANIA FISH AND BOAT COMMISSION


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                     THIS AGREEMENT made and entered into this              day of
                      AV o,/         1995, by and between the CITY OF CHESTER, Delaware County, a
             municipality organized under the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, party of the first
             part, hereinafter called CITY

                                                        AND

                     The PENNSYLVANIA FISH AND BOAT COMMISSION, an independent
             administrative COMMISSION of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, formerly known as the
             Pennsylvania Fish Commission, party of the second part, hereinafter called COMMISSION.

                                                   WITNESSETH


                     WHEREAS, the parties hereto have made an agreement, dated May 1, 1989, copy of
             which is attached hereto and incorporated herein, for the development and maintenance of a
             fishing and boating access area in the City of Chester, hereinafter called the "Project", and

                     WHEREAS, it has proved unfeasible for the CITY to maintain and repair the dock
             system portion of the project, and,

                     WHEREAS, the COMMISSION has determined that it is the public interest for it to
             assume maintenance and repair of the said dock system in furtherance of its authority with regard
             to recreational boating on the waters of the Commonwealth; and,

                   . WHEREAS, the CITY and the COMMISSION have agreed to amend the said Agreement
             to provide that the COMMISSION assume fall responsibility for the maintenance and repair of
             the docking system at the project.

                     NOW THEREFORE, the parties hereto, agreeing to be legally bound in consideration of
             the mutual premises hereof and the mutual benefits hereby conferred, agree that the agreement of
             May 1, 1989, between the parties hereto, is hereby amended as follows:

                     The maintenance and repair of the dock system at the "Project" as referenced in
             Condition 4 of the original agreement (EXHIBITA) shall be the responsibility of the
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                    The City Council has confirmed this and on                           adopted a
             resolution to this effect, a copy of which is marked EXHIBIT B, attached hereto and made a part
             hereof


                    OTHER TERMS. All other terms and conditions of the agreement of May 1, 1989,
             remain in full force and effect.


                    IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have set their hands and seals, all as of the
             date first above written.


             ATTEST                                         CITY OF CHESTER





            Secretary     (Date)                           Mayor               (Date)
            Acting City Clerk                              FIN: 23-6001900
            
             (Seal)

             ATTEST                             'PENNSYLVANIA FISH AND BOAT COMMISSION




             Administrative Secretary     (date)              Executive Director (Date)

             (Seal)

                                         Approved as to Legality and Form
                  
             Chief Counsel       (Date)                       Deputy Attorney General  (Date)
             Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission          Office of Attorney General

             Approved:



             Secretary for Budget or designee              Comptroller  (or designee)




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                Made   this           day of 61AV                 in the year of Our Lord,
          One Thousand Nine Hundred and Eighty-Nine (1989), between the City of
          Chester, Delaware County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, hereinafter referred
          to as City, party of the first part,
                                                AND


                The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, acting by             and through the
          Pennsylvania Fish Commission, an independent administritive commission
          of the Commonwealth,     hereinafter referred to as Commission, party of the
          second  part.


                                            WITNESSETH


                WHEREAS, City and Commission desire as a public service to provide an
          area of land in the City of Chester, Delaware County, bordering on the Delaware
          River, equipped for vehicle parking and free access to the river by members of
          the public desiring to launch and withdraw boats for fishing and boating in and
          from the river, hereinafter called-. and Project; and
                WHEREAS,       the   City   Council    of the    City   of   Chester     on
          September 4, 1985, adopted a resolution, a copy of which is marked "Exhibit A,"
          attached hereto and made a part hereof; and
                WHEREAS, City has leased and developed a property in the City of Chester,
          bordering on the Delaware River, suitable for access to the river, known as the
          Commodore Barry Access, and
                WHEREAS, City desires to enlarge the said access area, and has requested
          the assistance of Commission -in this_pkqjc@q, -4,xict
                WHEREAS, this agreement is made under and subject to all rights-of-way



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            and access to same as are now in existence affecting the premises for sanitary
            sewers, storm sewers, natural gas lines and power lines.


                                               NOW,THEREFORE


            In consideration the mutual advantages to be derived from the public use of the
            project, City and Commission agree to the following conditions:


                   1. DEVELOPMENT. City will develop the project which will consist of
            grading, landscaping, storm water runoff in swales, pipes and inlets and paved
            roadways sufficient to increase the capacity of the access by 79 car-trailer
            parking spaces.     Commission will contribute Fifty Thousand        Dollars ($50,000.),
            as follows:
                       A.   When City has paid for at      -least- One Hundred   Thousand dollars
                       work on the project, it shall produce the receipts      for the said    work,
                       and Commission shall pay the cost of half of them,      not to exceed Fifty
                       Thousand Dollars ($50,000.)
                       B. City shall retain receipts for this project for a minimum period of 5
                       years, and agrees that Commission       my audit them at any reasonable
                       time during that period.
                   2. ADDITIONAL DEVELOPMENT. City at its expense may perform such
            additional development as may be appropriate to more fully utilize the
            recreational potential of the site; however, the Commission will accept no
            responsibility for repair or replacement of such additional improvements which
            are unrelated to boating and fishing.
                   3. COMPLETION. City will notify Commission in writing upon completion
            of the constr-uction of the project.
                   4. MAINTENANCE. City at its expense will assume full responsibility for
            maintenance and supervision of the project immediately upon completion of the
            construction of the project.     This maintenance shall include, but not limited to
            routine -mowing --of                                              t_h_e_s_ite,re_`m`_ov_alof____
            debris from the parking area and river shoreline, routine repairing and

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           reseeding eroded areas, timely and proper patching of all roads, maintenance of
           roadway shoulders, storm water draining system, dock system, policing, 'sign
           repair and other work required to maintain the project in a sanitary and
           presentable manner.
                 5. SUPERVISION.           Upon notification of Commission that the initial
           construction of the project has been completed, City shall assume responsibility
           for supervision of the project.   Supervision shall consist of such surveillance and
           law enforcement as deemed necessary for the suppression of vandalism and the
           protection of persons and property.    City may adopt such ordinances as may be
           considered necessary for proper regulation of the project. Municipal police
           officers are. specifically authorized to enforce the Fish.and Boat Code (Act 1980-
           175) and Fish Commission. regulations by resolution of the Fish Commission
           dated May 30, 1981, under Section 903 of the Fish and. Boat Code. Commission is.
           hereby granted sufficient title and control over the: project to promulgate, adopt
           and enforce regulations under  Section 741 of the Fish* and Boat Code, Act 1980-
           175, 30 Pa. C.S. ï¿½ 741. Nothing in this agreement will be construed to convey or
           accord to the Commission any ownership or leasehold interest in the premises at
           this access area. The Commission neither owns nor leases any land 'at this site.
                 6. STRUCTURAL REPLACEMENTS. Commission at its expense shall be
           responsible for replacement or repair of structures installed or erected by City
           where damages thereto are not the result of negligence or failure to conduct
           proper and timely maintenance or surveillance by City.       Such structures include
           roadways, parking areas, boat launching ramp, permanent piers and riprappin.g.
           Not included are landscaping and shrubbery, fences and gates or lights.       If such
           replacements or repairs are necessitated by vandalism or are due to the failure
           of the City to meet its obligation under this agreement, City at its own expense
           shall make such replacements or repairs within a reasonable time after written
           notice by Commission.     If City then fails to make such replacements or repairs,
           Commission may do so and collect the cost of same from City.
                '7. SANITARY FACILITIES. Cit agrees to install, oDerate and-maintain-at.
           its expense such sanitary facilities as may be deemed necessary by City.


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                   8.   PUBLIC     ACCESS. City agrees that the project area and all parts thereof
            shall at all times during the term of this agreement, or any extension or
            renewals, thereof be available to the public without charge for access to the
            river, and the public shall have free and unrestricted ingress, egress and regress,
            except at such times as are required for the maintenance operations of City, or
            during specified hours when the access is closed to the public.                     All such
            reaulated times shall be approved by the Commission before implementation.
                   9. TERM. The term of this agreement shall be for a period of TWENTY-
            FIVE (25) YEARS, subject to renewal for an additional term upon mutual consent
            of the parties.
                   10 SIGNS.       City agrees that   Commission shall have the right to erect and
            maintain   such signs and -notices as may be necessary to inform the public                that
            the area   'is available and of the       laws and regulations pertaining to its           use;
            however',  'this shall not be   construed to limit City in establis-hing such rules or*
            erecting   and maintaining such signs as may be necessary for maintenance or
            supervision of the area.
                   11. ACTION City agrees that         actions of its agents and employees, acting in
            conformance of this agreement, shall       be performed for and on behalf of City and
            not as officers, agents or employees of the Commission.
                   12. INDEMNIFICATION.               City agrees to indemnify,      save harmless and
            defend Commission and its officers, agents and employees                 from any and all
            claims and losses from property damages or personal injuries to any person,
            firm or corporation arising out of or as a result of the exercise by City of its
            rights and obligations under this agreement, and, Commission to the extent
            provided by Commonwealth law, shall be responsible for claims arising out of
            the acts of its acents, officers and/or employees.
                   13. CONSTRUCTION. This agreement shall be construed under the laws of
            the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
                   14. BINDING EFFECT. This agreement shall be binding on both parties,
            their successors or assigns.
                   15. TERMINATION. _-Commission . may- terminate - -this-              agreement- upon
           --nin.ety (90) days notice -in writing in event of non-compliance with the above

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            terms by City.      Such notices shall set forth the. reason(s) for termination.
            Commission will rescind in writing the said termination if City cures the non-
            compliance before termination dated.
                  16. ARBITRATION. The parties         agree that they will mutually endeavor to
            settle any disputes or questions that arise under this agreement.       Any dispute
            that cannot be settled by mutual agreement will be submitted to the Executive
            Director, who shall render a written decision on the dispute.             Any party
            dissatisfied with the decision of the Executive Director may seek review. of the
            agency decision in the Pennsylvania Board of Claims, or if for any reason the
            Pennsylvania Board of Claims is unable or unwilling to exercise jurisdiction over
            such a dispute, then either party may invoke. arbitration.      Arbitration shall be
            accomplished by an arbitrator selected by mutual agreement of the parties, or if
            the parties cannot agree, by the Attorney 'Ge   Lneral. Arbitrati.on of disputes not
            within the cognizance of the Board., of Claims shall *be in accordance with
            Subchapter A of Chapter 73 of the Pen   n SylVr ania Judicial Code (42 Pa. C.S. 7302-
            20).
                  IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Mayor of the City of Chester has signed his
            name. and impressed the City seal thereon' and a representative of the Executive
            Director of the Pennsylvania Fish Commission may sign his name and have
            impressed the Commission seal thereon, duly attested, all   as of the day and year
            first above written.


            Attes t:                                  CITY OF CHESTER





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                                                      COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA
            Attest:                                    PENNSYLVANIA FISH COMNUSSION



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                                        Approved as to form and legality:




                                                 Chief Counsel
                                         Pennsylvania Fish Commission



                                             Deputy Attorney General
                                            
                                         Office of the Attorney General



                                            
           I certify that funds are available in the amount of $50,000                    are
                              012-022-291-89-2-4310-10310--632- $25,000.00
           available under    012-022-291-82-2-4310-20310--632 - $25,000.00
                                                                  
                                                                         Comptroller


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                                                       This commitment is contingent upon funds 
                                                       being appropriated by the legislature for
                                                       each succeeding fiscal year (and federal 
                                                       funds being provided to the Commonwealth
                                                       for the contract purpose).


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                            RESOLU17ION OF TaE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHESTER
                                  TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH THE
                       PENNSYLVANIA FISH COMMISSION FOR THE MAINTENANCE AND
                        TRE SUPERVISION OF THE COMMODORE BARRY ACCESS AREA


                            WHEREAS, the City of Chester intends to construct, - maintain and
                supervise a fishing and boating access to the Delaware River on City-controlled
                property; and

                            WHEREAS, the Pennsylvania Fish Commission has indicated that it is
                wiLling to assume responsibility for major maintenance of the access area; and

                            WB:EREAS, the City of Chester believes that the construction and the
                maintenance- of a fishing and boating access area in the City of Chester are
                benefieW and in the public interest.
                            Now; THEREFORE3, THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHESTER. DOES
                RESOLVE:

                            That the proper officers and officials of the City are hereby authorized
                and dirtcted to enter into a6 agreement in a form acceptable to the City Council
                with the Pennsylvania Fish Commission for the maintenance of this -facility aftd to
                execute any and aU legal documents to accomplish the purpose of this; construction.

                            WE HEREBY CERTIFY that this Resolution passed Council this fourth
                day of September, A.D. 1985.





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