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(1)AGENDA REQUEST CHESTERFIELD TOWNSHIP, MICHIGAN BOARD OF TRUSTEES. MEETING DATE:. 17 Dec 2018. DEPARTMENT:. Facilities. DATE SUBMITTED:. 10 Dec 2018. PREPARED BY:. Joshua Sonnenberg. SUBJECT:. Approve the request by the Facilities Director to move forward with the Great Lakes Commission NOAA Grant in the amount of $40,000.. ATTACHMENTS:. Brandenburg Park Letter Brandenburg Park Fish Habitat Project Shoreline Section Detail Brandenburg Park Fish Habitat Project shown on Park Master Plan. ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW:. PROCUREMENT DETAILS:. ☐ IT review attached.. ☐ Legal review attached. ☒ Finance review required. ☐ Resolution/Ordinance. ☒ Presentation/. ☐ Audio/Visual Setup. (prior approval required). Department Head Report. required (laptop, projector). Budget year: 2019. ☐ Budget amendment. ☒ Other. requested. Other explanation: Chesterfield Township's match on the Brandenburg Park Shoreline Restoration Engineering and Design fees is $40,000. Total cost of grant package is $142,500 with NOAA funding $102,500 and Chesterfield Township funding $40,000. Procurement support: Sole source vendor- Bids not required VENDOR NAME:. PURCHASE AMOUNT: $40,000. PURCHASE DESCRIPTION:. GL#: 545-000-150.000. ESTIMATED BUDGETED FUNDS REMAINING: N/A Fixed Asset ..

(2) EXECUTIVE SUMMARY INTRODUCTION Approve the request by the Facilities Director to move forward with the Great Lakes Commission NOAA Grant in the amount of $40,000. BACKGROUND Back in June 2018, Chesterfield Township submitted a proposal to the Great Lakes Commission for the Great Lakes Restoration and Initiative Project (NOAA Grant) for the engineering and design fees of the Brandenburg Park Shoreline Restoration Project. Chesterfield Township was awarded this grant in July 2018 for a total award of $142,500; with NOAA funding $102,500 and Chesterfield Township funding $40,000. DISCUSSION A presentation by the Facilities Director discussing the Brandenburg Park Shoreline Restoration Project will be given. RECOMMENDATION It is recommended for the Board of Trustees to approve the request by the Facilities Director to move forward with the Great Lakes Commission NOAA Grant in the amount of $40,000..

(3) Since 1976, Brandenburg Park has been the recreational crown jewel of Chesterfield Township. Located off of Jefferson Avenue a quarter-mile south of 23 Mile Road, this picturesque, 17-acre parcel positioned along the shore of the beautiful Anchor Bay has served the recreational needs of the township and the greater Lake St. Clair area with a unique assortment of facilities. Its 500-foot pier is one of only a few in Metro Detroit from which individuals can fish and view wildlife. Owned and maintained by Chesterfield Township, the day-use park features four open-air pavilions and a multipurpose building which is reserved 95-100% of every weekend throughout the peak season. Within a five mile access of I-94, this park’s public launch attracts boating and fishing enthusiasts from all over the county and throughout the region. A state-of-the-art Splash Pad draws families, near and far, as it is one of a few water attractions in Macomb County free of charge without residency restrictions. On a beautiful summer day, the splash pad draws capacity crowds. Between it and the launch, Brandenburg Park welcomes a steady stream of visitors from dawn until dusk. Additionally, this park has an ADA-accessible playground, recreational courts, hike/bike path, picnic areas, stationary grills, restrooms and open play areas. Chesterfield was one of 10 communities in Macomb County with no developed recreation land when property acquisition and planning of the site began in 1969. The long-range vision in the state at that time was to provide an increase in recreation at all levels of government. The township's population has grown from 12,000 residents at the time of development to an estimated 45,395 as of 2017. With the increase in single-family housing, the population is projected to continue rising into the next decade. In 1970, the township acquired nine acres of land at the site through the Michigan Department of Natural Resources Land and Water Conservation Fund. Park construction began in 1974 and was completed at a cost of $1.2 million before Brandenburg was dedicated in 1976. Shephard Marine Construction of Mount Clemens built the seawall at Brandenburg Park, which has 550 feet of shoreline. Land and water erosion has led the 44-year-old water-bearing structure to crumble and breakaway, resulting in portions of the land being unsafe for park users. While the seawall's deterioration has continued unabated, the park's multipurpose building, basketball/tennis courts, parking lot and launches have been renovated during that time. Brandenburg is open year-round for recreational fishing as well as passive recreation. Today, it is a hub of activity throughout the year (especially from May to September) with summer concerts, an arts and music festival, summer camps and youth sports among the many programs scheduled there. The educational component of a fish habitat would be a logical addition to the park, which currently hosts an annual Macomb County handicap fishing derby as well as a fishing competition for township youth. Known as one of the best shore fishing sites in the county, Brandenburg is also a popular access point for Lake St. Clair ice fishermen and will soon be accessible to kayakers via a paddle park now under development along the nearby Salt River. Presently, Brandenburg Park draws 75,000 to 100,000 visitors each year. The likelihood of a recreation building, educational center (with an observation deck as well as viewing and feeding stations) and soft shoreline holds the potential for making the park a top-tier destination for those interested in learning about fish species as well as vegetation native to Michigan and the Anchor Bay area..

(4) To further that goal, the township is anticipating a number of education-based programs designed to let children explore the world around them, including:    . A "lake buddy program" that would pair children with a land and water conservation specialist to gain knowledge of the lake environment; A "Let's Fish" camp that would let kids learn about fisheries, make habitats, go fishing and learn about the ecosystem; Outdoor technology terminals that would enable park users to access information on native species via touchscreens; Native wildlife habitat classes for adults that would focus on removing aggressive weeds, landscaping with native plants, learning about our ecosystem and wildlife stewardship.. The Great Lakes basin is the largest freshwater system on Earth, while Lake St. Clair is often referred to as "The Sixth Great Lake". Anchor Bay and the St. Clair River delta are home to native fish species including: bass, bluegill, bullhead, catfish, muskie, northern pike, perch, salmon, smelt, steelhead, sturgeon, trout and walleye. Returning the shoreline to a natural habitat with natural vegetation will benefit the fish population and threatened species may be restored, furthering the park's attractiveness among sportsmen and other nature lovers..

(5) PROJECT DETAILS OUTER ROCK LAYER 30" DIA. LIMESTONE RIPRAP. Sections Snapshot . Education Station. GEO TEXTILE FABRIC. EROSION CONTROL BLANKET LOGS / ROOT BALLS. Inside the habitat harbor along the shoreline approximately 130' of native shoreline habitat will replace the existing steel seawall. This section will include native vegetation, rock, and log reefs that extend into theharbor and a smaller natural cove area.. APPROXIMATE WATER ELEVATION. A new breakwall approximately 150' in length will create a protected habitat harbor. This rock wall will be positioned offshore and around our existing 500' pier. This will create wonderful views of the habitat along with teaching and fishing opportunities. This section will also include native vegetation, rock reefs, root balls and logs. We would like to install an education station describing the project and both habitats.. EXISTING LAKE BOTTOM. POSSIBLE DEEP WATER HABITAT COULD BE CREATED . HABITAT HARBOR WALL DETAIL A S3. A SIMILAR DETAIL WILL BE USED ON THE INSIDE OF THE HARBOR FOR BOTH SECTIONS 2 & 3. NATIVE MATERIAL FROM ADJCENT AREAS & POSSIBLE DEEP WATER HABITAT AREAS . Existing Pier. HABITAT HARBOR. Section 3. ' 150. Master Plan. Section 3 ‐ . New shoreline fish habitat. Will replace approximately 460' of existing steel seawall with a combination of rip rap and natural shoreline creating a natural shoreline cove which will include native vegetation, rocks, and logs.. Gateway to Anchor Bay Project. Section 2 ‐ . NATIVE VEGETATION. Brandenburg Park 2020. Section 1 ‐ . SECONDARY ROCK LAYER 12" DIA. LIMESTONE RIPRAP. Section 2 WATER FLOW. SLAB STONE HABITAT . 0' 3 1. HABITAT LOGS & BASKING LOGS . B S3. 460'. FUTURE ADDITION HABITAT. CUT AND REMOVE TOP SECTION OF SEAWALL WITHIN DRAINAGE LAYER. NATURAL SHORELINE AREA EXISTING LAWN. NATIVE VEGETATION CREATING FISH SHORELINE HABITAT. 20" DIAM. COIR LOG WITH STAKES 579.40. EXISTING SEAWALL. LOGS AND ROCK HABITAT TOE STONE 575.00. WATER LEVEL OBSERVED 12/8/16. 4' 6" WATER DEPTH JUNE 4, 2018. RIPRAP. EXISTING LAWN. [email protected] 586.305.8550. HABITAT HARBOR WALL END CAP. PROJECT Rec Center Concept. EDUCATION STATION. PROJECT NO. CT-207-18. ISSUE Sept 13, 2017. Section 1. RE-ISSUE June 24, 2018. ROCK REEF. SHORELINE COVE HABITAT. DRAWN BY Josh Sonnenberg Operations & Facilities Director 5216 Sierra Dr. Chesterfield MI. FUTURE ADDITIONAL HABITAT AREA. CHESTERFIELD TOWNSHIP. OUTER ROCK 30" ARMOR STONE. Brandenburg Park 50500 Jefferson Ave.. 12" ‐14" OAK PILINGS. EXISTING LAKE BOTTOM . HABITAT COVE/ SHORELINE DETAIL. RIPRAP WALL ALONG SHORELINE DETAIL A S1. 10'. EX SECTIONS OF STABLE STEEL SEAWALL TO REMAIN BELOW DRAINAGE LAYER. B S1. BP 2020 07.

(6) ENTRANCE BOOTH. LAWN REPAIRS. MAIN SIGN. [email protected] 586.305.8550. RE-ISSUE April 13, 2018. Property Line. PROJECT Shoreline Restoration Fish Habitat. HABITAT COVE Brandenburg Park 50500 Jefferson Ave.. CHESTERFIELD TOWNSHIP. EDUCATION STATION. ISSUE Sept 13, 2017. Master Plan. Gateway to Anchor Bay Project. Brandenburg Park 2020. HABITAT HARBOR. PROJECT NO. CT-207-17. PROPERTY LINE. DRAWN BY Josh Sonnenberg Operations & Facilities Director 5216 Sierra Dr. Chesterfield MI. 2020 MASTER PLAN . MAIN PAVILION . BP 2020.

(7) FAILED SECTIONS OF EXISTING SEAWALL. 800'. CHESTERFIELD TOWNSHIP. SECTION A 60' wide. ISSUE Sept 13, 2017. Section C. SECTION B 100' wide. SECTION C. Shoreline Restoration. Gateway to Anchor Bay Project. DRAWN BY Josh Sonnenberg Operations & Facilities Director 5216 Sierra Dr. Chesterfield MI. PROJECT NO. CT-207-17. 160'. [email protected] 586.305.8550. Section B. Brandenburg is a 17 acre park that is considered the jewel of Chesterfield Township. We currently have almost 1000 FT of steel seawall that has been in place since the 1970's eliminating healthy fish habitat. Large sections of this seawall have failed creating a safety hazard. This project is a tremendous opportunity to improve fish habitat at a permanently protected park in the middle of a heavy armored section of Anchor Bay.. RE-ISSUE April 13, 2018. Arrows show were pictures were taken from . PROJECT Shoreline Restoration Fish Habitat. Section A. Brandenburg Park 50500 Jefferson Ave.. Proposed Project Location. Brandenburg Park 2020. Chesterfield. BP 2020 01.

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