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[:FPAFT-WNT OF COMMERCE NOAA COA,@14L CENTER t 2234 nOFSON AVENUE Ob CHARLLSTON 'SC 29405-2413 Ii-_ Prepared by T & M Associates December, 1980 Property Of CSO Library INTRODUCTION The Keansburg Waterfront Revitalization Plan was funded by a Local Coastal Grant from the New Jersey Department of Environ- mental,Protection, Division of Coastal Resources, Bureau of Coastal Planning and Development. The grant was made possible by New Jersey's participation in the Federal Coastal Manage- ment Program administered by the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Office of Coastal Zone Management under the provisions of Section 306 of the Federal Coastal Zone Management Act (P.L. 92-583, as amended). This Plan provides long-tern, goals for the revitalization of the Keansburg Waterfront. It is based upon an analysis of the physical and environmental characteristics of the project area and considerable input from the public and from private business interests within the community. Placed within a framework of the cultural and historic development of Keansburg, these factors have formed the basis for the Keansburg Waterfront Revitalization Plan. The Design Concept Master Plan for the Keansburg Waterfront Project Area provides the Borough with a concept for the rejuvenation of its most vital asset, the waterfront. The Concept Plan has been developed to reflect the diversity and vitality of the Keansburg Waterfront in a manner consistent with the Coastal Resource and Development Policies established by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Coastal Resources. TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction i Table of Contents ii List of Maps & Illustrations iii Historical and Cultural Survey 1 Existing Land Use 6 Special Areas & Water's Edge Areas 8 The Keansburg Waterfront Revitalization Design Concept Master Plan 13 Consistancy of the Design Master Plan with Coastal Resource & Development Policies 23 Recommendations for Implementation of the Design Concept Master Plan 26 Appendices 29 Appendix I: Special Areas 30 Appendix II: Bayshore Marina, Inc - Proposed Bayshore Marina Facility 33 Appendix III: Grant Applications to the N.J. Dept. of Transportation 34 Appendix IV: Permits & Reviews Required for Development 44 Appendix V: Planning & Review Agencies 46 Appendix VI: ULTIMATE Scheme to Close Beachway Avenue to Traffic 48 INTERIM Scheme to Close Beachway Avenue to Traffic 49 Appendix VII: Letter from Bureau of Coastal Engineering & Cross Sections of Linear Park 50 LIST OF MAPS & ILLUSTRATIONS Site Location Map 4 Historical Development Map 5 Existing Land Use/ Special Areas & Water's Edge Areas Map 12 Design Concept Master Plan 22 Typical Street Tree Planting Detail 17 Typical Section of Planting Plan for Pedestrian Trail 19 Borough of Keansburg Zoning Map 27 HISTORICAL & CULTURAL SURVEY OF THE BOROUGH OF KEANSBURG The Borough of Keansburg is located on the Raritan Bay approxi- mately six (6) miles southwest of Sandy Hook. This area was first explored by Henry Hudson in 1609 when five (5) men set out in a small boat from Hudson's ship, the "Half Moon". During this excursion, John Coleman, one of the crewman, was mortally wounded by Indians and buried on the shores of Keansburg. This place was called Coleman's Point in his memory. The actual location of Coleman's Point is open to historical dispute al- though it is reputed to be at the northern end of Carr Avenue. The first explorers found the area inhabited by the Lenni- Lenape Indians who called it Waackaack or Land of Plenty. They lived off the abundance of fish and clams which they harvested from the Raritan Bay. There is a creek and avenue in Keansburg which still bear the name Waackaack. Early historical accounts of the area mention a tavern which was located at Waackaack in 1699. There was a -,,;ier bu--'Llt at Tanner's Landing which is now the northern terminus of Main Street. This was said to have been the principal landing and port of Monmouth County in the very early days. The ships which arrived here brought supplies to the Colonists and trans- ported wood, fertilizers and other supplies to various markets. Early in the l9th Century, Keansburg was known as Granville. This name was kept until 1884 when the first Post Office was established through the efforts of Senator John Kean and in commemoration, the town was named Keansburg. In 1877 a young pastor was assigned to the Granville Methodist Church, he was William W. Ramsey, the man who was to become known as the 'Father of Keansburg'. He was very influential in the towns early development and in 1917 when the Borough of Keansburg was incorporated, he was elected its first mayor. Ramsey recognized the potential of Keansburg to attract people to its shores. He realized its proximity to surrounding urban areas made it an affordable vacation area. Since 1881, when Ramsey had the first postcards of Keansburg made "to bring to the attention of the people the beauties of our magnificant shorefront", through the present, as the Borough is engaged in planning the revitalization of its waterfront area, Keansburg has always looked to its waterfront as the impetus for its growth and development. The initial boom in the development of the Keansburg Waterfront commenced with the organization of the New Point Comfort Beach Company in 1906, when a group of men organized by William A. Ghelhaus had the foresight to see the potential in the proximity of Keansburg to New York City. The company filled in the low, swampy land from Campview Place to Highland Avenue with sand dredged from the Raritan Bay. The filled property was then subdivided and vacationers pitched tents for summer housing as was the custom in many of the early Jersey shore communities. Many other developers followed suit, improving the land ad- jacent to the waterfront. The original office building of the New Point Comfort Beach Company forms the foundation of the Dresent office area of the Keansburg Amusement Company as noted on the Keansburg Historical Map. The Borouah continued to grow in this manner for a number of years. Carr Avenue was laid out as one of the first streets, its broad expanse lined with trees. Today, it is still one of the major access routes to the Keansburg waterfront. The need for transportation to Keansburg was apparent to the early developers and in 1909 the Keansburg Steamboat Company was organized by William A. Ghelhaus. Roundtrip service from the New York City Battery to Keansburg was initiated in the following year with the purchase of the steamboat "Nantasket". It was necessary for -the steamboat pier to extend two thousand feet (2,0001) into the Raritan Bay due to the shallow off-shore waters. The pilings of this pier, which was rebuilt twice, are still visible off Point Comfort today. On summer evenings, the pier was the-center of much activity as vacationing fami- lies gathered to areet those who were commuting to New York City for the summer. Trolleys came out along the steamship pier to disburse arriving -travelers to various northshore resorts. The year-rolund population of five hundred (500) swelled to ten thousand (10,000) in the summer months as vaca- tioners arrived to enjoy a respite from the heat and hustle of the city. Keansburg offered calm waters for swimming, boating and fishing. TherE@ was dancing at the pavilion located at the foot of the New Point Comfort Steamboat Pier and family picnics along the wooded shoreline. People came for the week- end and some for the entire summer. 2 But, times changed. Just as Borough ordinances no longer prohibit the "wearing in public ... of any suit known as a one- piece bathing suit", the arrival of the automobile changed the public's vacationing habits. Keansburg changed from a family summer vacation resort to a day trip area, and even though the Keansburg Steamboat Company was the longest operat- ing steamboat company in Monmouth County, the pier in Keansburg was finally destroyed by a hurricane in 1961 and service was discontinued in 1966. This marked the end of an era for Keansburg. In the late 1940's and early 1950's, many families converted their summer homes to year-round residences. At present, the population has grown to 11,n00 resi0ents. Mhere is a very strong feeling of community in Keansburg and many families proudly trace their history back to Keansburg's early begin- nings. The weekends still find the beachfront streets c@owded with vacationers who have come for a day of fun at the amuse- ment area where they can ride on one of the oldest merry-go- rounds in 'the state, visit the arcades or just enjoy Keansburg's colorful atmosphere. Keansburg still possesses many of the attributes which first attracted summer visitors. A souvenir book published in 1908 about the Keansburg shore states, "The water view at Keansburg and vicinity is magnificent. Every ship entering or leaving New York Harbor passes within plain sight; therefore, few places in the world have such an endless procession of vessels of every kind over the mighty deep as here". The view from Keansburg has not changed, if anything the subsequent develop- ent of New York City, its harbor and its bridges, have made the view even more impressive than it was in 1908. m The Keansburg Waterfront Revitalization Plan will reflect the cultural and historical character of the Keansburg Waterfront. Its proximity to urban areas and easy access make it a viable recreation area while the construction of the dunes along the waterfront for erosion control have made it necessary to provide both physical and visual access to the beach, Keansburg still possesses numerous physical and visual attributes which can form a basis to regenerate the Keansburg Waterfront. We would like to thank William Johnson and Henry Ghelhaus for the historical information they shared with us for this report. Other sources of information were FROM INDIAN TRAIL TO ELECTRIC RAIL by Thomas Leonard, 1923 and STEAMBOAT TO THE SHORE By- George H. Moss, 1966. 3 ESSEX NEW YORK C-OUNTY SOMERSET Verrazono COUNTY Bridge STATE N BROOKLYN ISLAND UNION COUNTY PE TH AMBOY N EW BRUNSWICK* 01 \0 PROJECT SANDY SVIE HOOK KEANSBU (i 0 0 MIDDLESEX COUNTY z < 0 uj 4 0 FREEHOLD M 0 N MOUTH ASBURY COUNTY PARK OCEAN COUNTY SCALE OF MILES 0 2 4 6 8 10 SITE LOCATION M A P 4 porivr CoAfpc W.@ .74 - ------------ cog 'PAN sp cl 5f 51 4q, Gov L7 IT, VArl co '10 40 C'T -tln!z Vt v HISTORIC DEVELOPMENT OF THE BOROUGH OF KEANSBURG EXISTING LAND USE The existing land use development patterns in the Keansburg Water- front Revitalization Project area provide the framework upon which future development will be based. The type, density and distri- bution of land uses which have developed in the past, have helped JTi to produce the community character which now exists. I storically, this area has always contained a mix of residential and seasonal resort type commercial development. The r-rowth of the waterfront area has developed over approximately the last seventy-five (75) years when early developers filled in the low lying areas and subdivided the property for vacation homes. The land immediately adjacent to the water developed as a mix of hotels, restaurants and amusements. This pattern of development has produced some imcompatibility where residential property abuts the amusement area. There are approximately thirty-two (32) acres of vacant land existing in the project area along Beachway Avenue and adjoining the Waackaack Creek of which approximately 5.5 acres are Borough owned. Commercial/amusement development is centered along Carr Avenue and Beachway Avenue between Pinewood and Raritan Avenue. There is also some scattered along Laurel Avenue and Main Street as they approach Beachway Avenue. The Existing Land Use Map provides a graphic pattern of existing developed and undeveloped land within the project area. It also delineates potential development areas and existing land use conflicts while providing a basis for planning the revitalization of the area. Thus, it becomes a valuable tooi for the develop- ment and improvement of the waterfront area. The information shown on the Existing Land Use Map was compiled during a field survey conducted in April, 1980, by T & M Associates. This data was grouped into seven (7) major cate- gories for presentation purposes. All inportant uses and land areas were specifically identified. An Existing Land Use Map was prepared at a scale of 1" = 2001. 6 The Existing Land Use map delineates the extent of use coveragef not the entire lot or parcel of ownership. This was done in order to show the relationship of developed land to undeveloped land. Graphically, this is more accurate than designating an entire lot-of-record for a use which may only occupy a small portion of the lot. In residential areas most lots are fully developed and each lot represents a single dwelling unit. Land Use Classification The classification of land by use and function is important in analyzing land development patterns and relationships. The classification of land uses for graphic presentation and analysis was accomplished in accordance with the following definitions of uses and land area functions: Land Use Classification Description Residential- All residential land uses are classified Single Family, by type of enclosed dwelling units. A Two Family, 3-4 dwelling unit represents a household with Family, Apart- the customary facilities necessary to ments accommodate one family. Two, 3-4 and multi- family units are identified according to the number of dwelling units within one structure. Commercial/ A building or parcel of land where goods, Amusement products, or services are sold. Commercial uses include retail activities such as grocery stores, meat stores, service sta- tions, restaurants, taverns and similar establishments which serve day to day com- munity needs. Amusement includes arcades, rides, games and associated seasonal activities. Streets The rights-of-way for all existing developed public streets. Dedicated, but undeveloped ("Paper") streets have been included as vacant land and are shown on the Existing Land Use Map with dashed lines. Vacant Land All land areas not developed are classi- fied as vacant including open lands, marsh land, New Jersey delineated wetlands, and other vacant land, public and/or private. 7 SPECIAL AREAS & WATER'S EDGE AREAS The map of Special Areas & Water's Edge Areas contains the de- lineation of all Special Areas and Water's Edge Areas as defined by the Coastal Resource & Development Policies. According to the Proposed New Jersey Coastal Management Program, May, 1980, there are now thirty-nine (39) Special Areas which have been defined in the Proposed New Jersey Coastal Management Program and these are listed in the Appendix. The following Special Areas apply in the Borough of Keansburg. Submerged Infrastructure Routes (Policy No. 7:7E-3.12): A submerged infrastructure route is the corridor in which a pipe or cable runs on or below a submerged land surface. Filled Water's Edge (Policy No. 7:7E-3.17): Filled Water's Edge areas are existing filled areas ly'lng between Wet- lands or Water Areas, and either: (1) The upland limit of fill, or (2) the first public road or railroad landward of the adjacent Water Area, whichever is closer to the water. Some existing or former dredge spoil and excavation fill areas are Filled Water's Edge Area. Beach and Dune Systems (Policy No. 7:7E-3.21): Beach and Dune Systems include five 5) components: Beaches, Dunes, High Risk Beach Erosion Areas, Sand Accretion Areas, and Overwash Areas (See Figure 16). The components which apply to the Borough of Keansburg are defined as below: Beaches are gently sloping areas of unconsolidated material, typically sand, that extend landward from the water to the area where a definite change takes place either in material or physiographic form, or to the line of vegetation. The upland limit of beaches is typically defined by the vegetation line or the first cultural feature, such as a road, sea- wall, or boardwalk. Beaches are divided into the "wet beach", the area at and below the mean high water line, and the "dry beach", the area above the mean high water line. The wet beach area is impressed with the Public Trust Doctrine. 8 A Dune is a ridge or mound of loose wind-blown material, usua. y sand, sometimes vegetated, roughly parallel and upland from a beach. Its inland limit is the landward extent of the deposited material. Dunes include the following subcategories: W Foredunes or primary dunes. These are the front dunes immediately behind the backshore of the beach. (ii) Primary backdunes and secondary and tertiary dunes. These are backslope of the foredune and extend from the dune ridges immediately landward of the foredune to the inland toe of the most inland slope. (iii) Migrating dunes. These are dunes which have changed location through time. Coastal dunes generally migrate inland. Uv) Artificial dunes. These are accumulation of sediment in dune form which have been built by any non-natural process such as bulldozing or sand fencing. (V) Stabilized dunes. These are dunes maintained in a fixed location by artificial means. (vi) Dune fields. These include but are not limited to any combination of the dune types defined in this section. High Risk Beach Erosion Areas are ocean shorelines that are eroding and/or have a history of erosion, causing them, to be highly susceptible to (for) further erosion and damage from storms. High Risk Beach Erosion Areas may be identified by any one of the following character- istics: (1) Lack of beaches (2) Lack of beaches at high tide (3) Narrow beaches (4) High beach mobility 9 (5) Foreshore extended under a boardwalk (6) Low dunes or no dunes (7) Escarped foredune (8) Gaps in dune fields (9) Steep beach slopes (10) Cliffed bluffs adjacent to beach (11) Insufficient dune or bluff vegetation (12) Exposed, damaged or breached jetties, groins or seawalls (131 High long-term erosion rates (14) Pronounced downdrift effects of groins (jetties) High Risk Beach Erosion Areas extend inland to the limit (first cultural feature, established dune field, orT_ of the area likely to be eroded in less than fifty (50) years or to the first cultural feature, whichever is loss (the shortest distance, and include overwash areas where sand is carried over and through dunes during storm surges). The illustrative High Risk Beach Erosion Areas identified by the the DEP in 1977 may become Overwash Areas, Guts, Ocean or some other land or water type after a storm. Coastal Wetlands (Policy No. 7:7E-3.23): Wetlands are areas where the substrate is inundated or saturated by surface or groundwater water at a frequency and duration sufficient to support, and that under normal circumstances do support, a prevalence of vegetation typically adapted for life in saturated soil conditions which are subject to the Wetlands Act, or the Coastal Area Facility Review Act (CAFRA) or the Waterfront Development Law. Natural Water's Edge - Floodplains (Policy No. 7:7E-3.19): Natural Water's Edge - Floodplains are the Flood Hazard Areas around rivers, creeks and streams as delineated by DEP under the Flood Hazard Area Control Act (N.J.S.A. 58:16A-50), or by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA); or the" 10 Flood Hazard Area around other coastal water bodies as defined by FEMA. Floodplains include the areas subject to both tidal and fluvial flooding. Where Flood Hazard Areas have been delineated by both DEP and FEMA, the DEP delineations shall be used. Where Flood Hazard Areas have been delineated by neither DEP nor FEMA, the 10 foot (10') contour line shall be used as the inland boundary of the Floodplain. The seaward boundary shall be the mean high water line. Public Open Space (Policy No. 7:7E-3.35): Public Open Space constitutes ancT-areas owned and maTn-tained by state, federal, county and municipal agencies or non-profit private groups (such as conservation organizations and homeowner's associations) and dedicated to conservation of natural re- sources, public recreation, or wildlife protection or management. Public Open Space also includes State Forests, State Parks, and State Fish and Wildlife Management Areas and designated Natural Areas (N.J.S.A. 13:lB-15.12a et seq.) within DEP-owned and managed lands. Special Urban Areas (Policy No. 7:7E-3.38): Special Urban Areas are those areas defined in urban aid legislation (N.J.S.A. 52:27D-178) which designate municipalities quali- fied to receive State aid to enable them to maintain and upgrade municipal services and offset local property taxes. This Special Area includes Keansburg. FIRST CULTURAL FEATURE 0 3 JI- FIRST CULTURAL FEATURE C%A oil .4 -4 PROJECT BOUNDAR FLOOD PLAIN LINE 4k ode EXISTING LAND USE 1980 '14 0-c SINGLE FAMILY E-1-1 TWO FAMILY $0 r---l THREE/FOUR FAMILY 10, M APARTMENTS 10 HOTEL/MOTEL COMMERCIAL/AMUSEMENT SPECIAL AREAS VACANT STREET R.O.W. ARTIFICIAL DUNES BEACH HIGH RISK BEACH EROSION r--3 PUBLIC OPEN WATER'S EDGE AREAS E-4 SPACE COASTAL WETLANDS r-67 COASTAL WETLANDS - NATURAL WATER'S EDGE E -3 FLOOD PLAINS WAACKAACK CREEK - NATURAL WATER'S EDGE - F7 Ea SUBMERGED INFRASTRUCTURE ROUTES F7--l FILLED WATER'S EDGE SPECIAL URBAN AREAS 0 BOROUGH OF KEANSBURG WATERFRONT REVITALIZATION PLAN loo, 200, mmmm6mmme@ 200, 0 400' WSO-E5 THE KEANSBURG WATERFRONT REVITALIZATION DESIGN CONCEPT MASTER PLAN The Design Concept Master Plan for the Revitalization of the Keansburg Waterfront has been based upon the physical and en- vironmental characteristics of the project area as well as the needs of the Keansburg community. These were determined through an analysis of the existing land use and development patterns; the existing environmental factors, including the Special Areas and Water's Edge Areas as defined by the New Jersey Coastal Management Program (1980); and the aesthetic qualities of the Keansburg project area. This, coupled with an analysis of the historical and cultural resources of the project area, and the considerable input received from the private and business segments of the community, has formed the foundation for the development of the Design Concept Master Plan. The Borough of Keansburg is located on the Raritan Bay approxi- mately seven (7) miles west of Sandy Hook. The Keansburg Waterfront project area extends along the Raritan Bay from the Waackaack Creek and Laurel Avenue on the western boundary to Main Street on the eastern boundary. This area encompasses approximately one and one-half (1.5) miles of wide beachfront property which commands a panoramic view of the New York City skyline. Visual access to the waterfront is hampered by the hurricane protection berm which was constructed by the Army Corps of Engineers. This sensitive dune system also limits the amount and density of development feasible along the water- front. Many of the properties in the project area are presently vacant (approximately 32 acres) or in a state of disrepair. The exception to this is the centrally located amusement area which attracts many visitors during the summer months. The 1980 Monmouth County Tourism Survey, which was conducted by the Department of Economic Development, states that "visitors return to Keansburg because of its convenient proximity, quiet beaches and because it's a nice place." Keansburg's location in a densely populated area and its proximity to the Garden State Parkway, Route 35 and Route 36 make it easily accessible and enhance its potential for revitalization. Its designation as a Special Urban Area is reflected in the Master Plan through attention given to the diversity of the urban environment and mixed uses found within the waterfront area. 13 The Design Concept Master Plan recommends development of three (3) interrelated activity areas: 1) Marina; 2) Recreation district; and 3) Waterfront park. All would be linked together by the development of a linear beachfront park with pedestrian/ bike trails, providing unhampered access to the mile and a half shoreline in the project area. The marina facilities would be located in the northwestern sec- tion of the project area on the Waackaack Creek. The proposed marina would consist of dry storage facilities, associated support facilities, parking for automobiles and boat trailers, and a boat launching ramp with boat hoist. The proposed park- ing lot could be surfaced with "Grasscrete" or similar paving system to permit water recharge and prevent direct runoff and point discharge into Waackaack Creek ar(' narl',inu for approximately one hundred thirty (130) cars. The marina would have the capacity to store two hundred (200) boats. The realization of this project will be facilitated by the dredging operation, scheduled for 1980-81 by the Army Corps of Engineers, which will provide a navigational channel 2,400 feet out into the Raritan Bay and up the Waackaack Creek to Laurel Avenue. The marina's location on Waackaack Creek would provide one of the few protected. harbors on the Jersey shore since tidal flow can be controlled by the existing flood ga@es. The scarcity of boat docking and launching facilities should make this a prime attraction to the Keansburg waterfront. Plans have been submitted by Bayshore Marina, Inc. for a marina facility which are included in the Appendix. These plans would require development permits from the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Division of Coastal Resources for con- struction along the Waackaack Creek and within an area designated as "Wetlands" in accordance with the New Jersey Wetlands Act. Adjacent to the marina facilities on Beachway Avenue, a res- taurant/motel complex has been proposed. This would provide overnight accommodations for visitors to the area and comple- ment the adjoining marina. The structure could be raised on pilings to provide visual access to the waterfront and parking beneath the units. Exterior parking areas would be of "Grass- crete" or a similar paving system which would provide water recharge and eliminate runoff. In order to augment the proposed development and influx of tourists it would bring, a mixed use commercial/residential complex has been proposed on the southern side of Beachway Avenue across from the motel complex. This would enable the 14 establishment of businesses complementary to the marina and motel facilities on the first level, while providing housing investment opportunities on the second level, taking advantage of the waterfront view. It would also provide a buffer zone for the single family residential section to the south of the proposed commercial development. The Plan proposes considerable revitalization and expansion of the central recreation area through the provision of year- round attractions and enhancement of the sense of fun and vitality associated with an amusement area. The proposed Plan would expand upon the concept of an amusement district to in- clude cultural and year-round recreational activities and en- hance pedestrian access and linkage to the business district on Carr Avenue, developing a central recreation area which would: 1. Provide a theme concept for the recreation area based on Keansburg's heritage as a steamboat port incorporating a 'Steamboat Museum' and appropriate storefront motifs to visually and aesthetically link the amusement area; 2. Expand the capabilities of the movie theater to present live entertainment; 3. Enclose the aame areas for year-round enjoyment; 4. Provide facilities such as a community center, library, ice skating rink, etc., which would generate people for year-round utilization of the recreational activities creating a central recrea- tion area for the community and visitors to Keansburg. The third area to be developed is at the eastern end of the project area. This will consist of park and recreational facilities complementing the existing bathing beach in Keansburg. It will provide: 1. Picnic area with grills; 2. Heavy timber play equipment and recreational facilities for children; 3. Senior citizen recreation area; 15 4. Path system including benches, lighting, drinking fountains and extensive landscaping with adaptive plant material; 5. Park shelter with restroom facilities, showers, and concession stand; 6. Parking facilities for one hundred sixty (160) cars. The three (3) development areas would be linked by a linear beachfront park providing a pedestrian/bike path which will enhance pedestrian access to the waterfront and reduce the need for automobile access. There would be direct linkage to the existing pedestrian system in Keansburg. The park could contain gazebos on pilings set back from the crest of the dune to provide visual access to the waterfront while physical access through the sensitive dune syster. will be controlled through the use of extensive landscaping with adaptive plant material. The section of the project area east of Raritan Avenue and southwest of Beachway has been designated for townhouse de- velopment. This would provide medium density housing with waterfront views acting as a transition zone between the pro- posed waterfront development and the single family residential zone to the south. Landscaping Component The landscaping component of the Waterfront Plan could have a dramatic and immediate impact on the Keansburg environment. The much needed hurricane protection berm installed by the Army Corps of Engineers, at present, blocks the waterfront area with a drab landscape. Through the addition of adaptive back- dune vegetation along the linear park system, the appearance of the waterfront would be greatly enhanced. Plan material would provide seasonal interest and attract bird species which inhabit shorefront areas. it would help to stabilize the dune system while creating a pleasant pedestrian atmosphere and ameliorating pollution through the filtering and absorption qualities of the vegetation. The following is a list of plants recommended for backdune planting: 16 o0or KIA fANICuLA-r@A L@pr--" R-A(@4 IE@-7 @@5f @J --I M E:TAI- TFt@lf- 2 C-@@\4 1-:z Ale:, TYPICAL STREET TREE PLANTING DETAIL SHRUBS Common Name Scientific Name Bayberry, Common Myrica Pensylvanica Blueberry, High-Bush Vaccinium Corymbosum Chokeberry, Red Aronia Arbutifolia Hudsonia, Heath-Like Hudsonia Ericoides Inkberry (Low Gallberry Holly) Ilex Glabra Shore Juniper Juniperus Conferta Oak, Scrub Quercus Ilicifolia Plum, Beach Prunus Maritima Shad-Bush, Canadian Amelanchier Canadensis Sumac, Staghorn Rhus Typhina Sweet Pepperbush Clethra Alnifolia Winterberry Holly Ilex Verticillata TREES Cedar, Red Juniperus Virginiana Cherry, Wild Black Prunus Serotina Gum, Black or Sour Nyssa Sylvatica Magnolia, Swamp or Sweet Bay Magnolia Virginiana Maple, Swamp Acer Rubrum Oak, Chestnut Quercus Prinus Oak, Scarlet Quercus Coccinea Oak, White Quercus Alba Pine, Japanese Pinus Thunbergi Pine, Scrub or Virginia Pinus Virginiana Sassafras Sassafras Albidum This report contains planting plans for a typical section along the pedestrian/bike trail and street tree planting. The street trees have been recommended based on their performance in urban environments and resistance to salt spray damage from the bay. Plantings in parking areas should incorporate low hedges to buffer surrounding development and provide screening for head- light glare. Generous use of shade trees provide relief from summer heat and aesthetic enhancement. Pedestrian and Traffic Plan At present, circulation problems occur only during the rather short summer season of July and August when traffic backs up along Laurel Avenue and Beachway Avenue. Implementation of 18 f7 )FT ('15) rm .......... I f A@,-,'7 Nii,@@ AKt@'- T@ A L /N,'il @j I -7@ 1, 0 Al A 1:1 rl TYPICAL SECTION OF PLANTING PLAN FOR PEDESTRIAN TRAIL the Design Concept Master Plan would, of course, compound these problems. In order to facilitate traffic circulation, this element of the plan proposes: 1. Making Bay Avenue a thru street to permit the creation of a one-way street couplet at Bay Avenue and the section of Beachway Avenue which parallels Bay. This would also permit the closing of Beach- way Avenue to vehicular traffic during the summer months at the amusement area to create a pedestrian mall. Though some objections were raised to this proposal at the public meeting, the p;edestrian mall concept could be implemented on a trial basis to test its feasibility. It would enhance the pedes- trian atmosphere of the waterfront area and coupled with the linear beachfront park, provide safe pedestrian access to all of the proposed develop- ment discouraging automobile use. Included in the Appendix are two (2) schematics for the closing of Beachway Avenue to traffic. They consist of: a) The ULTIMATE Scheme which would extend Bay Avenue from Carr to Beachway, prohibit parking on both sides of Bay from Beach- way to Carr. Bay may require widening for two-way traffic if volume is heavy during interim. A possible alternate to widening would be to create a one-way pair with Bay and Seabreeze. b) The INTERIM Scheme would prohibit parking. on both sides of Bay from Beachway to Carr, prohibit parking on both sides of Carr from Bay to Seabreeze, improve radius at Carr and Beachway, improve radii at Bay and Carr, and add three-phase traffic signal (or manual control) at Bay and Carr. Bay may require widening (to 251) if volume is heavy. 2. The removal of parking along Beachway Avenue to a new municipal parking lot at Raritan Avenue and Beachway Avenue which would provide parking for one hundred seventy (170) cars and avoid the traf- fic congestion caused by automobiles backing out onto Beachway Avenue. 20 3. The creation of a municipal parking lot on the Keansburg Landfill off Route 36, which would pro- vide tram service to the waterfront area. This would help to alleviate traffic congestion and pollution in the Borough. Implementation of this segment of the plan is dependent upon full development of the waterfront area and it should be noted that further study will be required to investigate the feasibility of the site, number of patrons it will serve and costs involved. The Keansburg Waterfront Revitalization Plan addresses the needs of the Keansburg community for development which will: 1. Stimulate the economic growth of the area; 2. Enhance the recreational potential of the water- front area for residents and for tourists who visit Keansburg; 3. Provide physical and aesthetic cohesion for the waterfront area. The implementation of the Keansburg Waterfront Revitalization Plan will encourage use of the beachfront for recreation, facilitate public access to the beachfront and stimulate busi ness expansion and new investment creating a valuable asset for the Keansburg community and tourists who visit the water- front district while maintaining a balance within the sensitive shorefront environment consistent with Coastal Resource and Development Policies. Hf@-Mv-@ C-ONC-t_@V@ 6, A ---)TE-AMtr"x MAKkN/ ef-mir-4 I C, I c- ... ..... F- E-@c ^AF-@r-4 um A TH Kc>UC4 H HW 'Y' AvtF-Nuc-- o,5;>c,At;zcv t fa-@1@2 7' A -umpit-4c ......... CTATIO T- INV-1 -4i@ -Nk- Ai@ ilk- VUN'ff- P, MARY- r-C@Mrf F-@'Xk Cc@,W-r&JNINGr A;'P-A Fl.-AY A I-A mor, ic-,o C@AKC Acz-u@- DESIGN CONCEPT FOR THE KEANSBURG WATERFRONT REVITALIZATION PLAN TM loo, zod ASSOC-ES 200, 0 400, CONSISTENCY OF THE DESIGN MASTER PLAN WITH COASTAL RESOURCE VDEVELOPMENT POLICIES The Design Master Plan for the Revitalization of the Keansburg Waterfront is consistent with the Coastal Resource & Development policies which have been formulated "to guide public decisions about significant proposed development and management of resources of New Jersey's coastal zone". These policies cover Location, Special Areas, General Water Areas, General Land Areas, General Location, Use and Resources. Special consideration has been given to the following policies in the development of the Keansburg Waterfront Design Master Plan: Filled Water's Edge (Policy No. 7:7E-3.17): The develop- ment planned in tFe- F d Water's Edge is in conjunction with water related activities and has been designed to enhance the recreational capabilities of the waterfront benefiting the whole community. There is no development planned which would preempt use of the waterfront for water dependent or water related uses. It has been proposed that the parking lots servicing the marina area and restaurant/motel complex be surfaced with "Grasscrete" or similar paving system which will permit groundwater recharge and eliminate point runoff problems. Beach & Dune Systems (Policy No. 7:7E-3.21): Public access to the Keansburg beach has been encouraged through the provision of a linear beachfront park, while sensitive dune areas have been protected with the planting of adaptive backdune vegetation types and the provision of controlled access through the dunes to the beachfront. There is no development planned in High Risk Beach Erosion Areas. (Coastal) Wetlands (Policy No. 7:7E-3.23): There is no development proposed in designated Wetlands along the Waackaack Creek in the Design Concept Master Plan. Pre- liminary plans have been received from private business interests for a marina facility along Waackaack Creek which would expand a former marina facility but would require dredging several acres of designated wetlands west of the creek. These plans are included in the App endix for refer- 23 ence.. Construction permits within designated wetlands would not be issued unless the proposed development meets the following four (4) conditions of the State's Coastal Policy on Wetlands: 11(l) Requires water access or is water oriented as a central purpose of the basic function of the activity. (2) Has no prudent or feasible alternative on a non- wetland site. (3) Will result in minimum feasible alteration or impairment of natural tidal circulation. (4) Will result in minimum feasible alteration or impairment of natural contour or the natural vegetation of the wetlands." (At the time of the plan preparation, no application had been submitted to the N.J.D.E.P. Division of Coastal Re- sources for a Wetlands Development Permit.) Special Urban Area (Policy No. 7:7E-3.38): The Keansburg Waterfront Revitalization Plan encompasses approximately 1.5 miles of beachfront property which commands a panoramic view of the New York City skyline. It analyzes the needs of Keansburg for coordinated development designated to en- hance the recreational potential of the waterfront area for residents and for tourists who visit Keansburg; stimulate the economic growth of the waterfront amusement'area; and provide physical and aesthetic cohesion for the waterfront area. The Design Concept Plan proposes the development of three (3) interrelated activity areas which will be linked by a linear beachfront park providing public access to the beach along the entire mile and a half project area with directed linkage provided to the Carr Avenue business district. The Plan also calls for the establishment of a mixed resi- dential/commercial area in order to provide upgraded housing and services complementary to the proposed marina and auxiliary support facilities. Public Access to the Shorefront (Policx No. 7:7E-8.13): The Keansburg Waterfront Revitaliz@i_tion Plan encourages public access to the shorefront through the provision of a linear beachfront park linking the waterfront area, the provision of recreational facilities and the enhancement of the aesthetic quality of the shorefront area. 24 Neighborhoods & Special Communities (Policy No. 7:7E-8.18): The implementation of the Keansburg Waterfront Revital ion Plan would greatly enhance the physical and aesthetic quali- ties of Keansburg. The revitalization of the waterfront, through the provision of recreational, physical and aesthetic amenities, would generate a positive image for the community, create an incentive for business investment and provide an invaluable recreational resource for generations to come. 25 RECOMMENDATIONS FOR IMPLEMENTATION OF THE DESIGN CONCEPT MASTER PLAN Implementation is probably the most important aspect of the Keansburg Waterfront Revitalization Plan. Application has already been made to the New Jersey Department of Transporta- tion for grant monies to implement key aspects of the trans- portation and circulation components of the Design Master Plan. These are 1979 Transportation Bond Issue Funds which have been appropriated by the Legislature for Urban Revitalization and Special Demonstration projects. Copies of the Grants Applica- tions are included in the Appendix. Funds will be available under this program thorugh September, 1982 and it is recom- mended that these be pursued. The awarding of these grant monies would enable the implementa- tion of a segment of the linear pedestrian linkage system along the Keansburg Waterfront, refurbishment of the municipal park- ing lot on Beachway Avenue and the creation of a new parking facility on Beachway Avenue; and the widening and reconstruc- tion of Laurel Avenue from the Borough line to the intersection of Beachway Avenue and Bay Avenue. These projects would com- plement the drainage study which is presently being conducted by the Urban Renewal Program and the HUD Community Develop- ment Program thereby maximizing public investment. The provision of a sound infrast ructure and enhancement of the physical amenities of the Waterfront Project Area are a first step in attracting new investment and business re- furbishment and expansion in Keansburg. In order to achieve this goal, potential funding sources are being pursued with the Army Corps of Engineers under the Flood Control Act for up to fifty percent (50%) funding under the 710 Program for installation of recreation facilities in conjunction with the hurricane protection berm installed by the Army Corps of Engi- neers. This would provide funds for installation of segments of the linear park system along the beachfront and applica- tion will be made to Green Acres for installation of the park and recreation facility to be located on Borough owned property at Beachway Avenue and Main Street. It has been recommended that this waterfront park be placed on the Borough Program Participation Form to be submitted to Green Acres and given first priority for installation. 2r Other development incentives to be investigated include Urban Development Action Grants which would provide incentive for private investors through the creation of tax abatement programs, provision of low interest development loans and enabling the Borough to set up a land banking program to acquire vacant and underutilized properties for future development. UDAG funds can be used for commercial, industrial, or resi- dential projects. Eligible activities include: 1) The acquisition, rehabilitation, and construction of commercial, industrial, and residential buildings; 2) the construction of parking facilities, public utilities, street improvements, water and sewer facilities, foundations and platforms for air rights, and pedestrian malls and walkways; 3) demolition and clearance; and 4) relocation. Fundina is also being explored through the Monmouth County Economic Development Commission for Community Development Funds which are available for the refurbishing of storefront facades in urban revitalization areas. Included in the Appendix are: 1) Identification of those environmental permits which may be required for development; and 2) a list of planning and review agencies which may become involved in waterfront development in the project area. The Borough of Keansburg has explored several available grants as possible means for funding the Kenasburg Water- front Revitalization Plan for both public and private development. Zoning Recommendations The Keansburg Waterfront Revitalization Project Area is cur- rently zoned Business-Amusement (B-2). It is recommended that the Business-Amusement Zone be amended to a Creative Develop- ment Zone. The intent of establishing a new zoning district in the Borough is to provide flexibility in dealing with the problems, difficulties and physical constraints of the mixed use development existing in the present B-2 Zone. In terms of land use, it would be a very permissive district where creative design and development of individual sites would be required in order to complement and adequately address exist- ing constraints in the area, and preserve the integrity and views of the shorefront. 27 Permitted uses would be the same as those permitted in the B-2 Zone plus addition of compatible uses to include mixed commercial/residential structures and townhouses in order to reflect the diversity of the waterfront district. The flexi- bility permitted by this zoning change would help attract new investment in the waterfront area. BOROUGH 5f PLANNING 19 MONMOUTH _'A Th. A.,i ZON 40113-2 BUSINESS-AMUSEMENT ZONE 404.1 Permitted Uses (1) All uses permitted in the B-1 Zaire as specified in Section 403.1 a' this ordinance. (2) Recreation facilities, including oil kinds of cimusern" nts, game%, displays arid rides subject to general safety standards for their peration. (3) Uutdoor recreation facilities related ict an umusement center. (0 Motels, hotels, bourding and room inq houses. 404.2 Permitted Accessory Uses (1) Signs in accordance -with the following i egulations. (a) As specified for the B-1 Zone, Section 403.2 (1) of this ordinon ce excep;utnhcutt flashing or animated signs shall be permitted in con ion w ith permitted recreolional facil- ifiesas specified in 404.1 (2) and (3) above. (2; Off-5 freet parking (a) Private garoge space for the storage of commercial vehi R-1 R cles used in co!ijunctiou, with a permitted business. (b) A minimun, oi 5 spaces per 1,000 square feet of gross floor ofeuplusone(l) space per each employee. W For motels, hotels and hourding ottd/ at roorning htiuse@, Sncondone-hoftispcrce@for each iou-inorri dwellinqunit. R-2 R (d) 'a' mo@ inas ct,id sinitlar m(irir;e forHities. ontm space fat e ery two slips@ ('i) Oth er@ "", furriery accessot y uses and s1ructures which are clear 11 modrirital to the prillopu; u%vo(od sifuclute. 4W'-i A Ynid lie.qh! and Cov"ruqr- Pe4@1roffielli, B-1 B A ;h. Ie;V, of tills Of dillontL "Attie', Ir @ iohw@ ''.4 i;,i, mon. c".1, 43'0(y') f--l ;.:t i'-@Wuqf@ i"56 (".i Y"i "I _Yur is-cl, -!, y,iat: 20 i@ef, it -:-u;,i B-2 B M M 28-A I I I I I I APPENDICES I I I I I I I I I I I I 1 29 SPECIAL AREAS Application in Policy Borough of Keansburg Shellfish Beds (Policy No. 7:7E-3.2) Does Not Apply Surf Clam Areas (Policy No. 7:7E-3.3) Does Not Apply Prime Fishing Areas (Policy No. 7:7E-3.4) Does Not Apply Fin Fish Migratory Pathways (Policy No. 7:7E-3.5) Does Not Apply Submerged Vegetation (Policy No. 7:7E-3.6) Does Not Apply Navigation Channels (Policy No. 7:7E-3.7) Does Not Apply Canals (Policy No. 7:7E-3.8) Does Not Apply Inlets (Policy No. 7:7E-3.9) Does Not Apply Marina Moorings (Policy No. 7:7E-3.10) Does Not Apply Ports (Policy No. 7:7E-3.11) Does Not Apply Submerged Infrastructure Routes (Policy No. 7:7E-3.12) Applies Shipwrecks & Artificial Reefs (Policy No. 7:7E-3.13) Does Not Apply Estuarine Or Marine Sanctuary (Policy No. 7:7E-3.14) Does Not Apply Wet Borrow Pits (Policy No. 7:7E-3.15) Does Not Apply 30 SPECIAL-AREAS Application in Policy Borough of Keansburg Intertidal Flats (Policy No. 7:7E-3.16) Does Not Apply Filled Water's Edge (Policy No. 7:7E-3.17) Applies Existing Lagoon Edge (Policy No. 7:7E-3.18) Does Not Apply Natural Water's Edge-Floodplains (Policy No. 7:7E-3.19) Applies Alluvial Flood Margins (Policy No. 7:7E-3.20) Does Not Apply Beach & Dune Systems (Policy No. 7:7E-3.21) Applies Central Barrier Island Corridor (Policy No. 7:7E-3.22) Does Not Apply Wetlands (Policy No. 7:7E-3.23) Applies Cranberry Bogs (Policy No. 7:7E-3.24) Loes Not j.'.pply wet Borrow Pit Margins (Policy No. 7:7E-3.25) Does Not Apply Coastal Bluffs (Policy No. 7:7E-3.26) Does Not Apply Intermittent Stream Corridors (Policy No. 7:7E-3.27) Does Not Apply Farmland Conservation Areas (Policy No. 7:7E-3.28) Does Not Apply Steep Slopes (Policy No. 7:7E-3.29) Does Not Apply 31 SPECIAL AREAS Application in Policy Borough of Keansburg Dry Borrow Pits (Policy No. 7:7E-3.30) Does Not Apply Historic & Archaeological Resources (Policy No. 7:7E-3.31) Does Not Apply Specimen Trees (Policy No. 7:7E-3.32) Does Not Apply Endangered or Threatened Wildlife or Vegetation Species Habitats (Policy No. 7:7E-3.33) Does Not Apply Critical Wildlife Habitats (Policy No. 7:7E-3.34) Does Not Apply Public open Space (policy No. 7:7E-3.35) Applie.- Special Hazard Areas (Policy No. 7:7E-3.36) Does Not "rolv Excluded Federal Lands (Policy No. 7:7E-3.37) Does Not Apply special Urban Areas (policy No. 7:7E-3.38) Alcplies Pinelands National Reserve and Pinelands Protection Area (policy No. 7:7E-3.39) Does Not Apply Hackensack Meadowlands District (Policy No. 7:7E-3.40) Does Not Apply Wild & Scenic River Corridors (Policy No. 7:7E-3.41) Does Not Apply 32 MICHAEL F. BARRETT, P.E.,J.S. Borough Engineer 213 Highway 3S P.O. Red Bank, Now Jersey 07701 (201) 747-4112 MUNICIPAL BUILDING Phone (201) 787-0216 43 CHURCH STREET KEANSBURG, N.J. 07734 IN REPLY PLEASE REFER TO August 29, 1980 KNBG-0004.0001 Mr. Seth Parton District Engineer New Jersey Department of Transportation 303 West Main Street Freehold, New Jersey 07728 Reference: Borough of Keansburg Submission - Urban Revitalization and Special Demonstration Projects Dear Mr. Farton: Reference is made to correspondence Addressed to the Burough of Keansburg dated August 8, 1980 from Mr. D. W. Gwynn, Chief Engineer, Transportation Operations and Local in reference to the above noted subject. Attached please find the Borough of Keansburg submission regarding Urban Revitalization and Special Demonstration Projects. Cost estimates are included as attachments as well as the Keansburg Urban Waterfront Revitalization plan. You will note that priorities are referenced within our sub- mission and if the Special Demonstration Project is approved our Urban Revitalization priorities would be: priority one, refurbishing of the municipal parking lot on Beachway Avenue and creation, of a new parking facility on Beachway Avenue; priority two, would be the widening and reconstruction of Laurel Avenue from the Burough line to the intersection of Beachway Avenue and Bay Avenue. If the Special Demonstration Project is not accepted for funding, the Urban Revitalization priorities would be: priority one, widening and reconstruction of Laurel Avenue from the Burough line to the intersection of Beachway and Bay Avenue; and priority two, refurbishing of the municipal parking lot on Beachway Avenue and creation of a new parking facility on Beachway Avenue. Please consider our submission as two projects for Urban Revitalization and one project for Special Demonstration as qualified above. Very Truly Yours, Lawrence M. Riccio LMR:MFB:jr Borough Manager Borough of Keansburg cc: Borough Engineer 34 PROPOSAL FOR URBAN REVITALIZATION AND SPECIAL DEMONSTRATION PROJECTS The following projects which are being submitted for funding consideration are major components of the Keansburg Urban Water- front Revitalization Plan. This plan, which has been funded by a Local Coastal Grant from the New Jersey Department of Environ- mental protection, Division of Coastal Resources, Bureau of Coastal Planning and Development, has been made possible by New Jersey's participation in the Federal Coastal Management Program administered by the National Oceanic Acmosperic Administration (NOAA), Office of Coastal Zone Management under the provisions of Section 306 of the Federal Coastal Zone Management Act. The Keansburg Urban Waterfront Revitalization Plan is a comprehensive Master Plan, addressing the economic, enviromental and aesthetic aspects of the urban waterfront district, Keansburg's most vital resource. Completion date of the plan has been targeted as September 30, 1980. Key elements of the plan include: 1. Removal of on-street parking in the beachfront area; 2. Realignment and improvement of sections of Beachway Avenue; and 3. Pedestrian linkage through a linear park system of the beachfront area. The implementation of these elements will alleviate traffic congestion and air pollution in the Keansburg business district and provide an aesthetically pleasing pedestrian atmosphere in the business/amusement area. Those actions, along with other design elements of the Master Plan, have as their coal the stimulation of the central business/amusement district, the attraction of private business investment and the enhancement of the aesthetic and environmental qualities of this urban area.. Submitted herewith are copies of the two, (2) alternate design concepts upon which we have color coded the elements presently proposed for funding. Our priorities for the allotment of funds 35 hinge on the acceptance of the following proposed special demon- stration Project: The Creation of a Segment of the Linear Park System Along the Keansburg Waterfront - This park system includes the addition of native backdune plant material, pedestrian/bike trail and scenic overlook which will provide visual access to the beach and waterfront development. The realization of this project will provide Keansburg with the central link of a linear park system designed to facilitate pedestrian and bike access to the Keansburg business/ amusement district and will tie together the proposed waterfront development. This will result in the alleviation of air pollution through the filtering and absorption qualities of the installation of exten- sive landscaping. The enhancement of the pedestrian environment and circulation elements of the beachfront area will also demonstrate the potential of the Keansburg waterfront to new investment and act as an incentive to the expansion of existing businesses. Under the Urban Revitalization Program, acceptance of this Demon- stration Project would give priority to the funding of: Refurbishing of the Municipal Parking Lot on Beachway Avenue and Creation of a New Parking Facility on Beachway Avenue- The municipal parking lot which is located on Beachway Avenue between Oakwood Avenue and the intersection of Beachway and Bay Avenue, is at present, in severe need of refurbishing in order to provide safe vehicular circulation, a modern parking facility for the business/amusement district in Keans- burg and pedestrian access to the proposed linear park system along the Keansburg waterfront. The implementa- tion of this project will constitute the first step in improving the physical and aesthetic amenities along the Keansburg waterfront. This should help to provide the impetus for local business's to revitalize their properties and attract new investment to the waterfront district. The installation of this project will necessitate the loss of approximately eighty (80) parking spaces. These will be absorbed by the creation of a new parking facility on Beachway Avenue between Raritan Avenue and Bellevue Avenue. This parking lot is proposed for installation on an urban renewal site on Beachway Avenue. The implemen- tation of this project which would constitute Step 2 36 in the urban renewal process, will obviate the need for on-street parking from Beachway Avenue between Raritan Avenue and Pineview Avenue on the beachfront side of the avenue. As a result, free vehicular traffic movement along Beachway Avenue (which is the main access road to the Keansburg waterfront) will be enhanced and congestion caused by automobiles backing out into traffic will be avoided. The traffic congestion problem is most severe during the summer months, at the height of the Keansburg amusement district season. The alleviation of this traffic problem would also provide an incentive for new businesses to locate in this area and for established businesses to expand and refurbish existing facilities. The combination of the Special Demonstration Project and the proposed Urban Revitalization Projects would provide Keansburg with the frame- work to maximize development potential in this urban area by provid- ing visible evidence of the Borough of Keansburg commitment to the realization of the Keansburg Urban Waterfront Revitalization Plan. If the special demonstration project is not accepted for funding, the priorities of Keansburg would rest with the following Urban Revitalization Project: Widening and Reconstruction of Laurel Avenue from the Borough Line to the Intersection of Beachway Avenue and Bay Avenue - Laurel Avenue and Beachway Avenue for the major access route to Keansburg's beachfront. The proposed project will facilitate the flow of vehicular traffic along the Keansburg waterfront. The Laurel Avenue improvements will also alleviate the congestion and unwanted automobile exhaust emissions which occur on summer weekends from visitors who come to take advantage of the recreational facilities at the Keansburg waterfront. The implementation of this project will help to spur development and investment along the waterfront by providing an example for the business/amusement district of Keansburg's commitment to the revitalization of this urban area. The provision of a sound infrastructure and the creation of a functionak and aesthetically pleasing pedestrian environment will provide the framework to: 1. Continue the urban renewal program, the HUD program and provide maximum potential for UDAC and Green Acres funding as relates to the waterfront plan; 2. Stimulate urban cental business district and/or neighborhood revitalization; 3. Provide incentives to attract new or expanded private investment; 4. Maximize the development potential of public in- vestment especially those of a state and local nature; 5. Provide positive tax revenue benefits; 6. Minimize adverse impact on housing stock; and 7. Significantly improve air quality in congested urban centers. Attachments relatinq to cost and the urban revitalization plan are attached for reference. 38 CONSTRUCTION COST ESTIMATES SPECIAL DEMONSTRATION AND URBAN REVITALIZATION PROJECT SPECIAL DEMONSTRATION PROJECT - Creation of a segment of the linear park system. The construction cost for this project is estimated at $235,000; the State's share would be $21.1,500. URBAN REVITALIZATIN PROJECT - Refurbishing of the municipal parking lot on Beachway Avenue and creation of a new parking facility on Beachway Avenue. The construction cost for this project is estimated at $280,000; the State's share would be $252,000. URBAN REVITALIZATION PROJECT - Widening and reconstruction of Laurel Avenue from the Borough line to the intersection of Beachway Avenue and Bay Avenue. The construction cost for this project is estimated at $220,000; the State's share would be$198,000. 39 MICHAEL F. BARRETT, P.E.L.S. Borough Engineer 213 Highway 35 P.O. Red Bank, New Jersey 07701 (201) 747-4112 MUNICIPAL BUILDING PHONE (201) 737-0215 43 CHURCH STREET Keansburg, N.J. 07734 IN REPLY PLEASE REFERENCE KNBG-GN.8001 September 23, 1990 Edward G. Baker, Chief Bureau of Local Aid 1037 Parkway Avenue Trenton, New Jersey 08625 Re Porough of Keansburg Submission - Urban Revitilization and Special Demonstration Projects Dear Mr. Baker: In reference to the letter of September 8th, 1980, from D.W. Gwynn, Chief Engineer, Transportation Operations & Local Aid, requesting narrative statement in support of our request for participation in the Urban Revitalization portion of the 1979 Transportation Bond Issue and the proposed project's compliance 'A with the six (6) objectives listed in the Regulations, we submit the following: Special Demonstration Project - The Creation of a Segment of _ the Linear Pedetrian Linkage System Along the Keansburg Waterfront: 1. The realization of. this project will demonstrate the potential of the Keansburg Waterfront to pro- vide a pleasant pedestrian environment linking the business and amusement districts. It will facilitate pedestrian and bike access to these areas from the neighboring residential sections while providing the impetus for neighborhood revitilization. 2. The provision of pedestrian and home linkage along the waterfront should provide the incertive for new businesses to locate in this area while the aesthetic enhancement of the project area should encourage the expension of existing businesses. 40 KNBG-GN.8001 Le : Edward G. Baker, Chief September 23,1980 23, 1980 Re : Borough of Keansburg Submission Sheet 2 Urban Revitalization and Special Demonstration Projects 3. This project would complement the present drainage study which is being conducted, the Urban Renewal Program and HUD Community Development Program thereby maximizing the development potential of public investment. Public investment will provide the impetus for UDAS funds to apur private develop- ment. 4. The attraction of new businesses and the refurbishing of existing businesses should provide positive tax revenue benfits. 5. This project should have a positive impact on housing stock through enhancement of pedestrian access and upgrading of the physical amenities the waterfront area will provide. 6. Air pollution should be alleviated in the project area through the filtering and absorption qualities of the extensive vegetation to be installed and diminished automobile traffic. Under the Urban Revitalization Program, acceptance of this Demon- stration Project would give priority to the funding of: Refurbishing of the Municipal Parking Lot on Beachway Avenue and Creation of a New Parking Facility on Beachway Avenue: 1. The provision of two (2) modern parking facilities, centrally located should enhance the potential of attrative people to the Keansburg January amusement area. 2. The Keansburg commitment to upgrading its physical facilities and providing convenient parking should provide the incentive to attract new investment and expansion of existing businesses. 41 KNBG-GN.8001 LE: Edward G. Baker, Chief September 23,1980 Re : Borough of Keansburg Submission Sheet 3 Urban Revitalization and Special Demonstration Projects 3. This project would complement the present drainage study, the Urban Renewal Program and the HUD Community Development Program thereby maximising the development potential of public investment. Public investments will provide the impetus for UDAG funds to spur private development. 4. The attraction of new and expanded private invest- ment should provide positive tax revenue benefits to the Borough. 5. The upgrading of physical facilities and provisions of new parking should minimize adverse impact on housing stock. 6. The traffic congestion and accompanying auto missions sbould be reduced through the provision of off-street parking and improved traffic circulation. If the Special Demcnstration Project is not accepted for funding, the priorities of Keansburg would rest with the forllowing Urban Revitalization Project: Widening and Reconstruction of Laurel Avenue from the Borough Line to the Intersection of Beachway Avenue and Pay Avenue 1. The improvement of traffic circulation and alloviation of congestion which the realization of this project can provide will help to stimulate the central business/amusement district by permitting improved access to the Keansburg Waterfront. 2. The facilitation of access to the business/amusement district should provide incentive to attract new and expanded private investment. 3. This project would complement the present drainage study, the Urban Renewal Program and HUD Community Development Program thereby maximizing the development potential of public investment. Public investment will provide the impetus for UDAC to spur pri- vate development. 42 KNBG-GN. 2001 Le: Edward G. Baker, Chief September 23, 1980 Le: Borough of Keansburg Submission sheet 4 Urban Revitalization and Special Demonstration Project 4. Positive tax revenue benefits would be cervived from the attraction potential this project would have for new and expanded business investment. 5. Improved. traffic circulation would havea positive impact on housing stock in Keansburg. 6. Alleviation of traffic congestion and unwanted auto mobile exhaust emissions would improve air quality in the Keansburg Waterfront district. The above mentioned Special Demonstration Project and two (2) Urban Revitalization Projects, form major componets of the Keansburg Waterfront Revitalization Plan. This plan has been funded by a Local Coastal Grant from the New Jersey Depart- ment of Environmental Protection, Division of Coastal Rsources, Bureau of Coastal planning and Development as part of the federally funded Coastal Zone Management Program. The realization of these projects would provide an sample of the Borough of Keansburg potential for revitalization. It would constitute's a first step in the regeneration of the waterfront district and build upon the Urban Reneal Program. The utiliza- tion of Green Acre funding for the development of the park seg- ment and HUD Urban Development Action Grant funds to spur private development, will complement these projects and maximize the development potential of public investment. Attached is a copy of the original Keansburg submission dated August 29, 1980. If you have any questions, or if we can provide any additional information on this project, do not hesitate to contact me. Very truly yours, LAWRENCE M. RICCID BOROUGH MANAGER LMR: jak cc: Mr. Seth Barton 43 of Xranahurg, 'N. 3. MICHAEL F. BARRETT, P.E.,L.S. Borough Engineer 213 Highwav 35 P.O. Red Bank, Now JerseY 07701 1201) 747-4112 MUNICIPAL BUILDING PHONE (201) 787-0215 43 CHURCH STREET KEANSBURG, N. J. 07734 IN REPLY PLEASE REFER T( January 12, 1981 KNBG-0004.0001C Mr. Robert Lees, Project Engineer N.J. Department of -.ransportation District No. 2 666 Park Avenue East orange, New Jersey 07017 Re: Borough of Keansburg - Urban Revitalization and Special Demonstration Projects - Construction Cost Breakdown Dear Mr. Lees: In accordance with your request enclosed please find cost estimates for the following three projects: 1. Special Demonstration Project - Linear Park Syster 2. Urban Revitalization Project - Municipal Parking Lot 3. Urban Revitalization - Widening of Laurel Avenue If you should have any questions regarding the above, please do not hesitate to contact me. Very truly yours, MICHAEL F. BARRETT, P.E., L.S. KEANSBURG BOROUGH ENGINEER BY: RTCHARD DI FOLCO, P.E. MFB:rdf;lc SUPFRVISING PROJECT ENGINEER Enclosures cc: Ed Baker Seth Barton Lawrence Riccio 43-a KNBG-0004.00010 Linear Park System Along Keansburg Waterfront Estimated No. Description Quantity- Amount 1. CCA Wood Gazebo (201 dia.) 1 Unit $ 50,000.00 2. Pedestrian Bikepath (6' wide) 1,250 LF 15,000.00 3. Picnic Tables 10 Units 7,000.00 4. Park Benches 25 Units 12,500.00 5. Landscaping Lump Sum 142,000.00 6. Miscellaneous 8,500.00 $235r000.00 ii. Refurbishing of the Municipal Parking Lot on Beachway Avenue and Creation of a New Parkin_q Facility On Beachway Avenue Estimated No. Description Quantity- I'mount 1. Clearing Site Lump Sum $ 10,000.00 2. Roadway Fxcavation 1,000 CY 8,000.00 3. Bit. Stab. Base (4" Thk.) 14,400 SY 115,200.00 4. FABC Overlay (2" Thk.) 14,400 SY 57,600.00 5. Concrete Curb 21500 LF 22,500.00 6. Parking Meters (new/relocated) Lump Sum 25,000.00 7. Landscaping Lump Sum 20,000.00 8. Concrete Sidewalk 4,000 SF 10,000.00 9. Borrow Excavation 1,000 CY 10,000.00 10. Miscellaneous 1,700.00 $280,000-.UU III. Widening and Reconstruction of Laurel Avenue From Borough Line To The Intersection of Beachway Avenue and Bay Avenue Estimated No. Description Quantity- Amount 1. Clearing Site Lump Sum $ 10,000.00 2. Concrete Curb(Remove & Replace) 4,800 LF 43,200.00 3. Bit. Stab. Base (6" Thk.) 2,600 SY 31,200.00 4. FABC Overlay (2" Thk.) 9,600 SY 38,400.00 5. Roadway Excavation 500 CY 4,000.00 6. 18" R.C. Pipe 1,500 Lr 31,500.00 7. Type "R" Inlets 18 Units 18,000.00 8. Concrete Sidewalks 1-0,000 SF 25,000.00 9. Landscaping Lump Sur 10,000,00 10. Miscellaneous Lump Sum 8,700.00 @-220,000.00 43-b PERMITS -&-REVIEWS REQUIRED-FOR'DEVELOPMENT IN THE KEANSBURG'WATERFRONT-PROJECT AREA Waterfront Development Permit from the Department of Environmental Protection, will be required under the Waterfront Development Law (N.J.S.A. 12:5-3), for the following types of development in the waterfront area with specified exceptions: a. Docks, wharves, piers, bulkheads, bridges, pipelines, cables, moorings and other submerged structures (all these already require DEP approval); b. The construction, reconstruction, structural altera- tion, relocation or enlargement of any building or other structure, or of any excavation or landfill, and any change in the use of any building or other structure, or land or extension of use of land. CAFRA Permit will be required for the location, design and con- struction of public facilities, including housing and motel developments of twenty-five (25) or more dwelling units, sewer @ines and roadways longer than 1,200 linear feet, and new park- ing facilities of three hundred (300) or more spaces. Wetlands Permit from the DEP will be required under the Wetlands Act of 1970 TN.J.S.A. 13:9A-1 et seq.) to regulate any activi- ties within designated coastal weE-lands. Tidelands Application must be made to the DEP, Division of Coastal Resources, for any grant, lease or license of State- owned tidelands. Stream Encroachment & Flood Hazards Permit will be required for any structure or alteration within the 100 year floodplain. U. S. Coast Guard will require a permit for any development which will affect navigable waters. Monmouth County and/or Borough of Keansburg Street Opening Permit(s) for any development fronting upon and affecting County or municipal roadways. Site plan review may be required by the following agencies: 44 Borough of Keansburg Planning Board or Board of Adjust- ment, Monmouth County Planning Board, New Jersey Depart- ment of Environmental Protection, Division of Coastal Resources. Freehold Soil Conservation District for Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control Permit and_'9_1te plan review of proposed sediment control practices for all construction, excluding individually developed single family homes, resulting in a soil disturbance of 5,000 or more square feet of land surface area. If Federal funding is involved, A-95 Planning Review will be required by: Tri-State Regional Planning Commission New Jersey Department of Community Affairs Monmouth County Planning Board Keansburg Planning Board and Borough Council Other federal, state, regional, county or municipal agencies deemed appropriate. U. S. Army Corps of Engineers Permit will be required to locate a structure, excavate, or discharge dredged or fill materials and for construction of piers and some of the marina facilities. 45 AGENCIES WHICH MAY BECOME INVOLVED IN WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENT IN THE PROJECT AREA Tri-State Regional Planning Commission 1 World Trade Center, 82nd Floor New York, New York 10048 New Jersey Department of Community Affairs Division of State & Regional Planning 329 State Street Trenton, New Jersey 08625 New Jersey Department of Transportation U. S. H'ighway No. 9 Freehold, New Jersey 07728 New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Division of Coastal Resources, P. 0. Box 1889 Trenton, New Jersey 08625 New Jersey Department of Agriculture, Freehold Soil Conservation District 16 Court Street Freehold, New Jersey 07728 Monmouth County Planning Board 1 Lafayette Place Freehold, New Jersey 07728 Monmouth County Environmental Council 1 Lafayette Place Freehold, New Jersey 07728 New Jersey Department of Labor & Industry John Fitch Plaza Trenton, New Jersey 08625 Economic Development Authority John Fitch Plaza Trenton, New Jersey 08625 The Green Acres Program (N.J.D.E.P.) P. 0. Box 1319 Trenton, New Jersey 08623 46 U. S. Department of Housing & Urban Development Gateway No. 1 Raymond Plaza Newark, New Jersey 07102 Borough of Keansburg, Mayor and Council 43 Church Street Keansburg, New Jersey 07734 Borough of Keansburg Planning Board and/or Board of Adjustment 43 Church Street Keansburg, New Jersey 07734 Department of the Army New York District, Corps of Engineers 26 Federal Plaza New York, New York 10007 47 19 X' A9 1 A5 fit n e CD ----J L Avon"# re; \0 Sit Iq I t I . @ \ I co 5 4t, J-1V C- 9 A'@ , i It 10001, OT e C5 .4 N\ C.%\ 5 \\ - - 19. 06 Pe-or's 16% 09 AI dn e0<0011 '0@ iL to Iol\ 44 N\. A Cie Ir 61.1 AP 00 M \rO A9 'CON. c - N rox" Ave 0#10' A A'O -I Avenue r , lkir' 1 6 A At L Aven.v tv rrO C@Jfl N bro r 4Z Ch 'Ib A 144 @t-f @cl'o W-uple, lob, .00 1> rol, #0 L A! \ 1400P 16 16@ - So Pr'e. 's 'Ro.-O 10 6c) Otatt of New Nrory DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION TRENTON PLEASE ADDRESS REPLY TO: DIVISION of @3800C)ffleamm January 23, 1981 COASTAL RESOURCES BUREAU OF COASTAL ENGINEERING 1433 HOOPER AVENUE TOMS RIVER? NEW JERSEY 08753 TELO (201) 341-3986 MS. ROMA CAMPANILE T & M ASSOCIATES 26 MAIN STREET TOMS RIVER, Ni o8753 RE: SMP - KEANSBURG BOROUGH Dear Ms. Campanile: Reference is made to our meeting of January 22, 1981 regarding the Keansburg Waterfront Revitalization Plan. This is to advise you that the Bureau of Coastal Engineering does not object to the proposed pedestrian/bike trail for the Keansburg Waterfront Revitalization Plan, pro- vided that this bike trail is placed in the vicinity of the inshore toe of the existing dune and is in accordance with the typical cross sections that you provided this office. My original objection to the bike path was based on the information that the path was to be placed on the top of the existing dune. However, because of this explanation you gave to me yesterday and the detailed cross sections, which you provided, a more clear and acceptable picture was presented. Therefore, the Bureau of Coastal Engineering will retract itsf former objection. Please be assured of our interest and concern and we would appreciate being kept informed of future developments. Very truly yours, BUREAU OF COAS ENGT-NEERTU -4ernar JL ore Chief BJM/mz cc: Lawrence Riccio, Borough Manager OF COAS 0 John Weingart Coastal Planning & Development 50 AMA CSj 1:,4e All zer 50-b will "Pm -md@q ce. cz . . . . . . . . . r UA 7 J@f c (Ij 14 MARIO V. CAMMARANO R.E.,FLAL ARCHITECTS ENGINEERS PLANNERS V-q4 ftA. 689 PRANKLIN TUftP4PlKX j-'511 Filacbm%wooo . ft.j ASSOCIATES PROJECT STAFF Michael Barrett, Borough Engineer Thomas A. Thomas, P.P., Vice President - Planning Roma Campanile - Landscape Architect Alex Pendjurin, Engineering Technician Virginia Stanley, Secretary Colleen Bottazzi, Secretary Reprographics and Printing - TAMA,Services Robert Baumgartner, Manager L lll@l @, 3 6668 00001 583 ,- .