Delaware River waterfront park & marina planning study prepared for the City of Trenton Dept. of Housing and Development

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Waterfront Park &Marina

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COASTAL SERVICES CENTER
32234 SOUTH SOBSON AVENUE Planning Study Prepared for the
2234 SOUTH HOBSON AVENUE
2MARLESTON, SC 29405-2413 City of Tretor
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I1 Landscape Architects Land Planners
Property of CSC Library
William o gan Archite ct
Aluzzo Engin eerin g

September, 1988

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This report was prepared under contract with the New Jersey
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t ~~c;~~~~~~~~~~~ ~Bureau of Planning and Project Review with the financial assistance
12pa,~~~~~~~~~~'~ ~of the U.S. Department of Commerce, National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Administration, Office of Ocean and Coastal Resource Management,
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P.L. 92-583, as amended.
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U ~~~~~~~~~~~~~Introductionl

The purpose of this planning action is to study the feasibility of
I ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~increasing public access to and enjoyment of the Delaware River
waterfront in the southern portion of the City of Trenton.

This study looks specifically at the area between the existing Marine
* ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Terminal Park and the Trenton/Hamilton Township border to the
South, investigating the practicality of expanding the existing boat
launch, rehabilitating the marina, improving the existing bikeway!
I ~ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~pedestrian walkway, and providing additional passive recreational
opportunities along the riverfront.

The relationship to the Rules for Coastal Resources and Development
3 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~has been defined herein to insure that this study and the implement-
ation of recommendations will further the goals of the Public Access
to the Waterfront policy, enhancing both visual and physical access
to the Delaware River. The project should also refocus attention to
the special assets of this site, and meet some of the larger recreational
needs of the City. It is anticipated that suggested improvements
will stimulate private investment in the area, promoting the goals of
I ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~the Special Urban Areas policy of the Division of Coastal Resources.

Significant Features

The Project Site consists of the land along the Delaware River, Existing man-made features along the waterfront, from the north,
on both sides of Lamberton Street, in the southern portion of include:
the City of Trenton. On the waterfront side, it extends from
1. The Marine Terminal Park, a developed public recreation
the Marine Terminal Park to the Trenton/Hamilton Township site, in fair condition.
border. Landward, adjacent areas include a municipal waste-
water treatment facility, several warehouses, a parking area 2. A marina facility, with boat docking, service and sales
and woodlands. operation, a warehouse and outdoor boatyard.
3. Two relatively new structures for warehousing and office
space, with accessory parking.
4. A public boat launching ramp with a floating dock, accessory
"*ra"- ct~ ' parking and overlook seating, all in poor condition.
5. A small frame structure, housing the Coast Guard Auxiliary,
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6. Two frame structures used by the Capital City Yacht Club;
the smaller in very poor condition - the larger, good condition.

7. The Kayline Warehouse, with accessory parking area, and an
~ "~'~L~Jft~~~~~' -~ :i ~expansion area presently covered with fill for compaction.
- ' '~-'-'-4'~ ' "-:':'~?~, 8. The riverfront bicycle path, an asphalt walkway parallel to
3 .art- yo"a ' . ' -�?~.'-Lithe shore and terminating in a loop at the City/Township
*- -~-;. ~:~'-~,. .;!-'-, ,,- , - ...- 7.. ^line, in fair condition.

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Proposals for man-made additions in the area include: Significant natural features along the waterfront, from the north,

I 1. A highway interchange with the proposed Route 29 exten- include:
sion to the north of the site, west of Lamberton Street. 1. Trees and underbrush between the bicycle path and shoreline.
I 2. An expansion of the Kayline Warehouse to the north, with 2. Open grassed areas with mature locust and sycamore trees,
additional accessory parking north of the expansion. south of the existing boat launch parking area. The existing
bank is four to eight feet above the waterline in this location,
depending on the tidal flow.

I ' 3. A higher knoll in the vicinity of the Yacht Club structures,
eight to twelve feet above the waterline, per the tidal flow.

fI rL 4. A wooded and overgrown bank between the bicycle path and
shoreline, in the vicinity of the Kayline Warehouse.
I- ---- - 5. Woodlands between Lamberton- Street and the shoreline, portions
'-I'I of which are designated wetlands. Several areas of standing
water occur in this area, with drainage ways from the street.

6. An overgrown area without trees at the terminus of the bicycle
I~' .6~"~! path, near the City/Township line.

7. The high-water line along the entire length of the Project Site
has been impacted by filling and construction.

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U ~~~~~~~~~Proposed W~aterfront Park

The proposed development is designed to improve the The bicycle path will be improved along its entire length
I ~ ~~opportunities for boating and recreation at the waterfront by adding a five foot grass area on the water side to
of the Delaware River. permit better maintenance, and by pruning the lower
branchs of trees to allow for views of the river. A new
Access to the river will be increased by the rehabilitation gravel path is proposed at the water's edge in the
I ~~~of the existing boat ramp with the installation of a second development area.
boat ramp, two new docks, and improved 'parking. The park
will also provide new seating and viewing areas at the The remainder of the riverfront is to be preserved in its
water's edge. A concession/restroom building with paved -natural state as a contrast to the walls and structures on
seating area anid picnic grove will serve boaters and the land-side of the park. The dense wooded area at the
I ~~~residents of Trenton. south end of the park is indicated as permanent open space.

The relocated Yacht Club Building will be renovated as a The following plan illustrates the location of recreational
base for the local Coast Guard Auxiliary, and as a meeting facilities. The site of the park should be dedicated for open
3 ~~~room for civic groups. space and recreational use to with 10 feet of the existing and
proposed structures. The Park and Open'Space Inventory of
City of Trenton should be amended to include the Waterfront
I ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Park from the Marine 'Terminal Park to the City limits.

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Discussion of Actions & Alternatives

BICYCLE PATH
The plan has been prepared with consideration for the Proposed' action:
following elements: I. Rehabilitate bicycle paths; provide views of river.
A. Prune lower branches of trees on river side of
A. Existing natural site conditions and environmental bicycle path for vistas to river.
features. B. Plant grass strip 5 feet wide on water side of
B. Existing and proposed man-made facilities. path to provide ease of maintenance and
C. City, State, and citizen input and recommendations. increased security.

�s^S ~ ~ 2. Clear underbrush at southern end of existing
bicycle path terminus.
A. Install bollards at edge of boating activities
area.

The alternative to this action was:
1. No action. This was dismissed because of:
~ " �"' ~ A. City's objective of increased public use of the
,a~,-U� . -~ ~:~;S~-'l-;~;~fbicycle path.
B. Need to provide more security, particularly
behind the warehouse/office structures.
C. Needs of the City and adjacent owners for
additional maintenance.

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U ~~BOAT LA-UNC-H- AND DOCKING AREA
Proposed action: Alternatives included:
1. Repair and extend existing boat ramp. 1. Construction of a marina with docking, storage and
A. Resurface and patch as required. service facilities. This alternative was dismissed
I ~~~~~B. Extend into water additional 5' as permitted because of:
to prevent drop off of trailers. A. Lack of land-side area necessary to support a
C. Provide sloped sides to prevent tire drop off. marina.
3 2. Build new boat ramp. ~~~~~~~~~~~B. A -marina would limit the use of the site to
A. Locate between existing ramp and dock to relatively few boat owners rather than public
allow single person entry and exit. use by Trenton residents.
B. Provide sloped sides to depression between ramps.C.Lcofitmaneneadscutyrqrd
3. Rebuild existing boat dock base on shore. for marina operation.
A. Stabilize existing stone base. D. Current proposal for marina facilities to be
I ~~~~~B. Provide handicap access to dock. constructed in Hamilton township in connection
4. Build second dock base and provide second floating with the planned Duck Island incinerator and
dock at existing boat ramp. rccigpat
5. Construct limitd marina facility.2. No action. This alternative was dismissed because of:
5.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~A Poonsrucodtiioofthed marsina facilityes
A. Provide docks for boats to access the improvedA.Pocndtnofhexiigfaltes
B. It did not meet the objective of increased access
waterfront area.
to the water by the public.
I ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~C. Inability- of the City to maintain the area without
improvements.

WATERFRONT ALONG THE DELAWARE RIVER
Proposed action: The alternatives considered for this action were:
1. Build overlook and walkway at water's edge. 1. Construct a promenade with hard surface
2. Install seating and lighting. paving at water's edge. This alternative was
3. Upgrade grass area and natural water's edge. dismissed because of:
A. Natural waterfront with limited construction
II -v I I was considered to be more consistent with
II '"~ I~~-~!l~'passive activities.
B. Natural features including large trees and
grassed areas would be removed. This
would be inconsistent the with objective of
preserving remaining natural waterfront areas
_ _ _ _ _ at the southern end of Trenton.
| ___ _ _ - C. More developed waterfront is planned in the
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2. No Action. This alternative was dismissed because
of:
A. A need for improvement of the:Delaware
River waterfront for public use.

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.~,; SEX, Proposed action:

-.~~2 , .1. Relocate pierhead line to the south of existing
permit area.
,*~ Aft '?,+ ~~~2. Provide floating removable dock for river fishing.
-04.< Ad 3. Clear underbrush and plant grass on land-side
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A>~~~01v,~~~~ Do ,4. Install limited number of picnic tables and trash

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The alternatives to this action were:
/,,! e,. ,/Cl/d 1. Install a fishing pier at the existing location.
/' >I \ tX - ~~This was dismissed because of:

BLOCK 80 8 A. Steepness of the bank at this location.
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- 4;9_pE<., o overlook at the water's edge. Extensive
@ /L~*% �' o . / S-� stair construction to the water would inhibit
w - -~;~'... v+;.' B use by handicapped persons and complicate

eI~~~~~~ e the removal of the fishing piers.
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DP1t7v,.roERTNT B. Conflict with the proposed use as a look-out
DIVISION OF COATAL. RESOURCES
NOTE' AREA WITNIN OASMEO UNES mM ORONS1
CONTAMN OOOSOFT. LIANDS UNDER TI DE-ATER STOTe point.
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IN TH� COUNTY OF MENCER
TEN YEAR LICENSE TO' 2 No action. This alternative was adopted because of:
CPTAL CITY TACHT CL.'
EFFECTIV MAY 1I2,1980
A. , Lack of vehicular 'access to fishing pier area for
, ~ O.. ...- S"EA -,'""8 seasonal installation and removal of fishing pier 12
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and for the maintenance of the area.

U ~~~PARKING LOTS PICNIC GROVE
Proposed action: Proposed actions:
I ~ ~~~1. Improve parking lots on both side of Lamberton 1. Develop picn ic grove adjacent to boat ramp area.
Street. 2. Close curb cut and access to Lamberton Street.
2. Install railroad tie edging. 3. plant screening at street frontage.
3. Pave lot at boat launch; paint vehicular and 4t. Install grills and picnic tables.
trailer spaces. 5 Provide limited recreation facilities, including:
4. Plant landscape areas at street frontages. A. Flat grass area for volleyball
The alternative to this action was: B. Horseshoe pits
1. No action. This alternative was dismissed because C. Wooden play equipment
of:
I ~~~~~A. Need for improvements for more organized The alternatives to this action were:
parking, security and maintenance. 1. Install picnic facilities along the bicycle path or
wooded area. This action was dismissed because of:
NATURAL AREAS A. Need for easy access by public and
3 ~~~~Proposed action: maintenance crews.
1. Establish wooded area, as permanent open-space. B. Remoteness from planned concession building
2. Clear dead wood and install path system. and boat ramp activities.
I ~~~~The alternative to this action was: 2. No Action. This altentiv was dismssd- because of:
1. No action. This alternative was dismissed because A. Lack of picnic facilities for families and boaters.
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A. Need to preserve last remaining wooded area at
3 ~~~~~~southern end of Trenton.
B. Des-ignated wetlands area exists within portions 13
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BUILDINGS
Proposed action:
1. Former Capital Yacht Club building to be relocated 2. Existing Coast Guard Auxiliary building to be
and renovated for use of the Yacht Club and civic removed after relocation and rehabilitation of
groups, as a base for the Coast Guard Auxiliary to larger structure.
provide boat inspections, and as a control center 3. Smaller structure in poor condition to be removed.
for security forces.

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The alternatives to this action included:
4. New structure to be constructed containing: 1. Removal of all structures. This alternative was
A. Food concession dismissed because of:
B. Rest room facilities A. Good quality and character of the Yacht Club
building.
B. Need for larger space for meeting and Coast
Guard Auxiliary activities and security forces.
2. Reconstruction of existing Coast Guard Auxiliary
structure. This alternative was dismissed because
" ':'" ~~~~~:' " of:
A. Limited space of smaller structure.
I B. Condition of the structure.
C. Location of structure within area of planned
Kayline parking lot.
3. Construction of new structure for all uses. This
alternative was dismissed because of:
A. Loss of character and space within existing
structure in good condition.
B. Excess cost for similar space.
4. No action. This alternative was dismissed because
I1/ ~ of:
A. Poor and fair condition of existing structures.
B. Location of two structures in areas remote from
boat launching and parking lots. 15
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City of Trenton Department of Housing and Development

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PUBLIC HEARING-SEPTEMBER 7, 1988 .It is proposed that a new structure be constructed
DELAWARE RIVER WATERFRONT PARK & MARINA (BOAT RAMP) containing food concession and restroom facilities.

fishing area.
Nelson Mayo of City's Division of Planning, opened the
hearing by explaining the background and purpose of the .Close curb-cut and access to Lamberton St.
Public Hearing, which was to study the feasibility of
increasing the public access and improve the recreation .Install grills/picnic tables
opportunities of this area of the Delaware River Waterfront.
.Provide low keyed recreational facilities including
Jean Schlesinger, Planning Consultant for the Delaware grass area, volley ball, horseshoe pits and wooden
River Waterfront Planning Study, presented to the citizens play equipment.
present preliminary recreational development concepts for
the study area as follows: .Relocate bicycle path closer to river and clear
eight feet on both sides of path with grass.
.Repair and extend existing boat ramp
.Improve parking lots on both sides of Lamberton St.
.Build additional boat ramp
.Plant landscape areas as street frontage.
.The proposed construction of a marina with docking/
storage facilities was determined not to be feasible .Retain existing wetlands.
for this site, due limited land area. In addition,
a study funded by Mercer County Improvement Authority The following points were made by citizens attending the
has recommended a marina in Hamilton Township along Public Hearing:
the Delaware River.
.Concerns were raised about the maintenance and security
.Build seawall, steps, overlook to water and walkway if the proposed development were ever implemented.
at water's edge. It was expressed by meeting participants that some type
of maintenance and security plan should be part of the
.Clear underbrush and upgrade grass area and natural recreational development plan for this area.
water's edge.
.It was also recommended that a user fee be established
.Relocate pierhead line (fishing pier) to south of for boaters using the boat ramp facilities.
existing area.
.It was recommended that a landscaped buffer zone be
.Provide floating removable dock for river fishing. developed between the Kayline property and the
proposed picnic area.
.Clear underbrush and plant grass on land side of
fishing area. _..Signs should be installed directing location of bike-
path and lights for concession area.
.Install picnic tables and trash cans.
Intall picnic table and trah can. Boat ramp area should be fenced with security gate..
.It is proposed that former Capital City Yacht Club
building be relocated and renovated for use of the Meeting adjourned at 9:15 P.M.
Yacht Club, civic groups and as a base for the
Coast Guard Auxillary; -Existing Coast Guard building
to be removed after relocation and rehabilitation of
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Statement of Compliance

The Master Plan for the Delaware River Waterfront Park The use within 100 feet of the navigable water body,
and Marina Is consistent with the Rules on Coastal Resources and the Delaware River, Is water dependent as a boat launch
Development as of February 3, 1986. The following rules apply: and waterfront park. Recreational uses Include
boating, fishing, picnicing, sightseeing, walking and
Subchapter 3 SPECIAL AREAS bicycling.
3.15 IntertTdal and Subtidal Shallow 3.29 Coastal Bluffs
A. Improvements which Involve subtidal and Intertidal The land form along the river Is predominantly natural
shallows are limited to the area from the existing water's edge sloping to the water with tree and
dock boat ramp and boat ramp parking lot to the underbrush cover along the bank. The Improvements to
existing promontory at the present location of the be made to this area are described In 3:15 A above.
Yacht Club structure. The Improvements affecting
shallows Include: The presently developed area Includes a sloped cut to
1. Reconstruction of existing boat dock plerhead as the boat ramps and natural water's edge with
more stable structure. No new fill will be Intermittant groupings of trees or grass areas at the
required, riverbank. The grass and trees are to remain. Other
2. Construction of second boat dock plerhead for Improvements are described In 3:15 B 1 - 7 above.
additional boat dock. New fill will be required
to match existing pierhead. The promontory Is described In 3:16 above. The
3. Renovation and extension of existing boat ramp for Improvement to the promontory Is.the rebuilding of
approximately 5' to prevent sudden drop-off. New existing wood and debris retaining wall at existing
fill will be required - 5'. location of promontory as permanent stone look-out and
4. Installation of second boat ramp to match existing seating area. No fill or dredging Is required.
facility to accomodate additional risers. New
fill will be required - 5'. The steep slope Is to be stabilized to prevent erosion
5. Construction of new stock for use of boaters on and used as an overlook of the river and boating
the river to tie up and come ashore to new activities.
concessions and restrooms. Dredging will be
required In the new boat dock area. 3.38 Publin Onen Snace
The proposed development, filling, and dredging may be The area Is owned by the City of Trenton, New Jersey
permitted In accordance with the use Policy for the and is dedicated to public recreation. The development
applicable water body type. The new dock facility will will Increase the capacity of the site to provide
require dredging to the depth of approximately 5 feet passive and active recreation at the waterfront. The
over an area of 1000 square yards. Improvements will enhance the appearance to the park
area and allow for more effective maintenance. The
3I1 6 ' ffpark improvements will provide barrier free access.
3.16 Flled Watert's Edae
The existing filled water's edge consists of: 3.41 Snecli1 Urhan Arean
1. Boat dock pier. The City of Trenton Is designated as a special urban
2. Promontory built up from water's edge with wood area. The development of the park at the boat launch
supports and filled with soil. Soil cover Is area and improvement along the bike path will provide
grass. Improvements are the construction of wall expanded opportunities for urban residents to
at sitting area above mean high water level, and participate In active and passive recreation along the
steps from bank to mean high water level to access waterfront. These expanded uses Include plcnicing,
from boat dock at water's edge. No fill or fishing, sight seeing, vollyball, horseshoes, walking
dredging Is required. and Jogging.
The waterfront portion of the site Is developed as a
water dependent use as overlook and waterfront park. The natural water's edge will be a cool and relaxing
environment during summer months. Increased
3.18 Natural Waterts Fdoe - Flaodnlains maintenance and safety will encourage family use by
The natural water's edge will be preserved and local residents. Non-resident use, primarily of the
undeveloped along the entire park with the exception of boat ramp area, will be more orderly and subject to
the Improvements described in 3:15 A and B above. surveillance from the parking lot. All other drives
and vehicular entries Into the site will be closed off 17
by curbing and planting.

Subchapter 4 GENERAL WATER AREAS f) Dredging - conditionally acceptable, as It meets the
following conditions: 1) there Is a demonstrated need
4.7 Large Rivers that cannot be satisfied by existing facilities, 2) the
The Delaware River is classified as a large river and facilities served by the new dredging satisfy the
Is tidal from the Bridge Street bridge north of the location requirements for Special Water's Edge Areas,
site to Its mouth at the Delaware Bay. 3) the adjacent water areas are currently used for
recreational boating, commercial fishing or marine
4.11 AneantahilT+v Conditiong for Uie commerce, 4) the dredge. area causes no significant
The rehabilitation of the existing boat ramp and disturbance to Special Water or Water's Edge Areas, 5)
construction of new boat ramp Is desirable because of the adverse environmental Impacts are minimized to the
heavy use of the facility by boaters of the region. maximum extent feasible, 6) dredging will be
accomplished consistent with all conditions described
There Is a scarcity of boat ramps In New Jersey In this under Dredging - Maintenance (7:7E-4.11(e)2 (1) through
area of the Delaware.River. The additional parking (vI), as appropriate to the dredging method, 7)
space which the City has provided across Lamberton dredging will have no adverse Impacts on groundwater
Street has Increased the volume and capacity of usage resources, 8) an acceptable dredged material disposal
of this site. There are delays and back-up to the. site exists, 9) the dredged area Is reduced to the
street under the current limited conditions. minimum practical.

The shallows within the area of the location of the The dredging Is required to allow sufficient water for
boat ramp are gradually sloping. There Is no aquatic shallow draft boats af the new docks and docking area.
vegetation at the location. The anticipated area of dredging will be approximately
1000 sq. yds. to a depth of 5'. Specific Information
b) Boat Ramp - conditionally acceptable, as It meets on the amount of dredge material will be determined at
the following conditions: (a) there Is a demonstrated the time of construction design.
need that cannot be met by existing facilItles, and (b)
they cause minimal practicable disturbance to The City of Trenton has Indicated It has dredge spoil
Intertidal shallows or subaqueous vegetation. disposal areas available. Permits for dredging and
disposal of dredged material will require permitting by
Public use ramps shall have priority over restricted the Coastal Zone D1vlsion of DEP.
use and private use ramps.
The description of the proposed action and existing
The boat ramps shall be constructed of concrete, and shallow is contained In 3:15 B above. There will be
garbage cans shall be provided near the boat ramp to Impacts on existing aquatic vegetation at the south end
reduce litter on the site. of the dredge site and upon fish in the shallow during
construction. These Impacts will Involve disturbance
of habitat, increase in sedimentation and water
d)Dcketbe and PIeers thecreatiown)g conditionally I
turbidity. Time restrictions on construction should be
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there Is a demonstrated need that cannot be satisfied observed to protect existing fisheries. The dock area
by existing facilities, (ii) the construction minimizes will be an advantageous location for fish for spawning,
adverse environmental Impact to the maximum extent growth and feeding after construction.
feasible, (111) the docks and piers are located so as
to not hinder navigation. I) Filling - acceptable, as It meets the following
conditions: (1) the use that requires the fill Is
water dependent, (2) there is a demonstrated need that
Floating docks will be Installed. The length of two,
new docks will be the same as the existing facility. cannot be satisfied by existing facilities, (3) there
Is no feasible or practical alternative site on an
dock width will be limited to 8 feet. No encroachment existing Water's Edge, (4) the minimum practical area
on navigation Is anticipated.
on navigation Is anticipated. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~~~Is filled, (5) the adverse environmental Impacts are
minimized, (6) minimal feasible Interference Is caused
The docks will be an aid to the recreational purpose of to Special Areas.
Filwlte lie o newpecaArheads
the launch area and public park. Maintenance will be
recjulred to remove and replace the docks each year.

p) Outfalls and Intakes - Stormwater discharge pipe Is
existing on site of public recreation area. The SelecTive pruning ot lower Drancnes OT Trees ano
parking lot will sheet flow Into the river. All other removal of debris and dead wood between the existing
areas have natural cover with no significant run-off. bike path and river to allow views of the water.

Removal of undergrowth immediately adjacent to bike
Subchapter 5 GENERAL LAND AREAS path for a distance limited to 5' and reseeding with
grass to allow for better maintenance and Increased use
5.3 Coastal Grnwth Ratlno of bike path.
The city of Trenton Is an Urban Area Region and
Development Reglon.
8.11 Public Access to Waterfront
5.6 Accantable Level of Intensityv The project extends from the existing Marine Terminal
The project Is a Moderate Intensity Development: Park at the north end of the site to the city-boundary
Structures & Impervious Paving Herb and Shrub Forest to the south.
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The project site along the waterfront is accessible to
the public.
Subchapter 7 USE POLICIES the public.
8.13 Ruffergs nd ComntihbllTtv of IsesA
7.3 ResorC/Recreational Use PollIcles A ten foot buffer Is to be maintained between the
The project Includes boating, natural areas, open areas office/industrial use and receatlon areas.
for active and passive recreation, linear path for
bicycling. The existing bike path Is located approximately 20 feet
(b) 1. Policy - The proposed project Is a waterfront from the rear of the buildings In the area. The
park on the Delaware River In the City of Trenton, NJ. proposed walkway at the development area has been
located at the water's edge to avoid conflicts in use.

Subchapter 8 RESOURCE POLICIES 8.19 Flood-prone Use
The area Is within the 100 year flood plan and Is
8.7 S+ormwa+ar Run-of4 dedicated for purposes of public open space. A Stream
The existing outfall Is transporting water from an Encroachment Permit will be required for this project.
adjacent city site. The run-off from the recreation
area will be slight In grassed or forested areas; the
parking lot for recreational use will sheet flow to the
Delaware River.

The paving of the existing stone and gravel parking lot
will Increase the potential for more effective use of
the boat launch area:
1. Parking stalls and directional lanes will be
indicated on the paving.
2. Maintenance will be accomplished by machine
sweeping.
3. Surface will remain level and free of erosion and
potholes.
4. The concrete boat launch edges will have smooth
transition to parking lot.

8.8 Vegetatlon
Vegetated areas will remain. New planting Is proposed
for disturbed areas.

RESOLUTION No.
Dote of Adeption
Approved - to Form and Lteglity Factuol contents c ficd to by

City AMorney Tile

C'oncOUIn. prneLo the following Resolution:

RESOLUTION RECEZVIWIG-THE PIANNI:G GRANT-STUDY-FOR --_-- '-
TrE DEIAWARE RIVER WATERFRONT PARK AND MARINA.

W'ISEAS, the Division of Coastal Res6urces has
provided the City of Trenton with a grant in the
amount of $15,000 to study the feasibility of increasing
public access and improve recreational apportunties
along the Delaware River (Boat Ramp Area); and
WREREAS, the City of Trenton entered into a contract
with Schlesinger Associates of Princeton to do a recreati-
onal planning study for this area of the Delaware River;
and
WHEREAS, Schlesinger Associates has adequately
completed the planning study, which included recreational
developments concepts; and

NOW, TREZRFORE BE IT RESOLVED By The City Council
of the City of Trenton that the Planning Study prepared
by Schlesinger Associates for the Boat Ramp Area of the
Delaware River is officially received by the City of
Trenton and will be used as a guide for development.

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_ol..On I. ^ ..--,.,Ii I.Y.V...I, vI. Schlesinger Associates
Landscape Architects Land Planners
Adopted t � Meoeing of 16 Cit Councl ofa .t Ctv of Trnton, N.J.
William Roganl, Architect
Ptridieot of Councl City Clerk

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