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Home My WebLink AboutAgenda Bill 5.APart3 12/06/20103.6 .Downtown Segment Goals Objectives, Policies, and Programs PeWiima River Access and Enhancement Plan 3.6.2 ISSUES AND OPPORTUNITIES Expanding on the historic downtown development patterns, providing more commercial activities by the river, extending the existing docks and overlooks to complete the � ped estrian. experience along the waterfront, and stabilizing the eroding riverbanks with vegetation,are easily achieved opportunities in the Downtown Segment. With additional walkways, boardwalks, outdoor cafes, and' public plazas in key locations, and re- orientation .of' - buildings towards the water, the entire waterfront will become 'an outdoor gathering. place -- an appropriate central space for 'this "'River Town" and regional attraction. 'These improvements should be the earliest, phase of this river plan to spark interest and generate further investment in the entire river corridor. General Plan The, General Plan calls for strengthening and broadening the relationship between the river and the downtown. Also suggested is consideration of "an outdoor-music or cultural facility, at or near' the Turning Basin" and a riverfront park downtown. The River Plan recommends that the entire Turning Basin be treated as the outdoor facility, with no specific spot designated for amphitheater -like activities. McNear Peninsula should be the primary riverfront park in, the downtown area. Historic Riverfront.and Its Buildings New development should follow the pattern already established by the Great Petaluma Mill, the Yacht Club and other downtown developments that respect.the heritage of their location. New uses of old buildings must respond to this setting by following historic development °,patterns,- architectural styles and materials providing access, and encouraging entry along the 'waterfront.. "Vacant lots should be transformed into .retail spaces or inviting public gathering areas. 100 1 014 > The Turning Basin (above) is the heart of the pfduresque downtown waterfront, the centerpiece of the Meer Plan. Petaluma River Access and Enhancement Plan River Orientation Recognizing the universal attraction of water, downtown. Petaluma has taken;advantage of its waterfront location with numerous riverfront activities (docks, fishing piers, restaurants) directly connected to the water. Yet many opportunities remain to re -orient buildings to the water by adding windows, entrances, or other features on. the river side. 'Increasing numbers of people walking along the waterfront will prompt store owners to open up the river side of their buildings to better serve those potential customers. Therefore, every opportunity to allow people to walk by or near the water is. encouraged by the plan. Existing parking along the riverfront 'occupies prime waterfront space that should be open for pedestrians or businesses. While easy vehicular access to the waterfront retail areas is needed, existing parking areas should be shifted further from the water's edge to provide,ped "estrian passage until new parking spaces are created in convenient areas off the river. 3.6 Downtown Segment Goals, Objectives, Policies, and Programs Riveiwalk Master Plan The Riyerwalk Master Plan (Johnson, Guthrie Associates, 1986) provides the conceptual basis for a:newpedestrian system in the Water StreeVFurning Basin area and connections to the rest of downtown._ Although only partially implemented, the plan has had a significant enlivening influence on the waterfront, achieving the important goal I of encouraging riverfront pedestrian activity.. Activity itself tends to be an attraction. The River Plan incorporates and expands upon the concepts contained in that plan. Interpretation Information about the history of Petaluma should be available throughout the downtown area to foster an understanding of the character of. our community (many examples abound, especially in the Great Petaluma Mill and McNear Building, train tracks, Water Street, and remains of the old wharves). RIVER WALK ® o J cLYB j BO & !LOOK OVERLOOKS yam_. DQCKS OLD RIVER INN & PARK"" S 4 9 �� i a . sir ��^� ,'t�''�; •�. RNERFRONT ACCESS-AROUND,DOWNTOWMS TURNING BASIN A continuou§ pedestrian walkway. around the Turning Basin will help stimulate riverfront commerciall activities such as restaurants, Outdoor cafes, boat rentals, and specialty retail shops. The trail will provide waterfront'recreational and cultural opportunities with places to stroll and rest; overlooks fishing access, ramps to the boat docks, landscaped: and natural park -like settings, terraced seating, river trail connections, and interpretive displays. This will become the activity center of the greenway. 101 P/ . �.� 3.6 Downtown Segment Goals, Objectives, Policies,;and Programs Railroad Trestle The wooden railroad trestle which fronts the river at The Great Petaluma Mill contains a "drill track" owned by .Southern Pacific Railroad. It was in use, until' very recently, deliveringfeed to the Bar -Ale granary at. First and "D" Streets. Rail traffic has been an obstacle to public access ..and use of this significant waterfront feature. Now that rail Petaluma River Access and Enhancement Plan activity has been discontinued, the City must try to secure use of the trestle to complete the waterfront promenade. Alternate trail routes will be needed if public use of the trestle is not feasible. Some interest has been expressed in keeping the rail - line operating for public transit. Gateways There are two significant gateways to downtown: Petaluma that can be developed in this river segment. One gateway begins at the corner of East Washington and Copeland Streets and extends to the river. The other occurs at the corner of Petaluma Boulevard and extends to Lakeville Street along "D" Street. Both gateways occur along major streets where the traveller is first aware of entering downtown Petaluma, and where the river can play a larger role enhancing the image of `the city. 102 `£i/ , _. D" " =� The Citv must W to secure use of this railroad trestle through WATER STREET (conceptual drawing) Rlverfront pedestrian a6dylty along Water -Street wit/ be increased by shitting the parking and vehicular access away from the water's edge and encouraging river orientation ofthe businesses. This view is looking downstream from East Washington Street bridge. 3.6 Downtown Segment Petaluma River Access and Enhancement Plan Goals, Objectives, Policies, and Programs These gateways must emphasize entry to the city and the - significance of the river. The following methods will accentuate the .connection between the street and the river landscape: * Plant tall, emphatic trees around the Turning Basin to draw the eye toward the river. *' Orient new structures to direct and enhance -views .of the river. * Plant trees along Washington Street to direct views downtown and to shade the street, but keeping views of the Golden Eagle commercial area. * Shade the Golden Eagle parking, lot with riparian and upland trees. * Emphasize views to the Turning Basin from Petaluma Boulevard •intersection with "D" Street. SECTION H -H WATER STREET & GOLDEN EAGLE SHOPPING CENTER Interim'Treatment Golden Eagle l Shopping Center Existing 3uildings� Exist. Pd. Path Service . Road RIVERORIENTED BUFFER RESTORATION DEVELOPMENT ZONE ZONE ZONE (Access (Restrict Access) Allowed) Light Standard to Mark Edge of Pathway /Parking -----_ Existing Bldg. Water Street Railroad Existing, Parking Deck Modified For Public Access I Min.8' 18' 1 20' t• ous' Parking Driving L Varies on i Pedestrians Pedestrian (Designated Or Service Pathway Areas) & Loading (Designated Areas Only) RIVER ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT ZONE 103 ITIBIT The Riverwalk, Master Plan recommends a pedestrian promenade along the existing Water Street parking deck The . first step'wlli.be to move cars away-from this waters edge in favor of a pedestrian pathway. 3.6 Downtown Segment Goals Objectives, Policies, and Programs Petaluma River Access and Enhancement Plan Water Access The downtown waterfront is a primary place along the river (besides the Marina) for recreational access to the water. Active use of the river and Turning Basin enliven the downtown and make it a more interesting and desirable place to be. There are a number of facilities which currently support short-term boat docking and direct access to the water, and there are opportunities to expand them further. Additional boardwalks, docks, benches, interpretive signs, and landscaping encircling the Turning Basin will create a large outdoor gathering place with the Turning Basin as a central stage: boats, water activities; and visitors.would all participate in the "performances ": The annual River Festival, which draws tens of thousands of visitors, proves the attraction of the Turning Basin. GOLDEN EAGLE SHOPPING CENTER - PUBLIC ACCESS !' AT EXISTING SUPERMARKET .Z, 104 o 1 20' 40' SCALE IN FEET � � U T B The downtown waterfront is full of re particularly during the annual River Festival. The economic health of downtown is directly linked to the health & vitality of the river. P t l m a River Access and Enhancement; Plan 3.6 Downtown Segment Goals,, Objectives, Policies, and Programs e u Habitat Enhancement Biological enhancement in this segment, such as pocket wetlands and vegetated banks, would provide greater habitat linkage between the downstream salt marshes . and upstream, riparian areas. Wildlife and .fisheries can be a wonderful attraction within an urban environment. Increased greenery also contributes to the urban design; encourages tourism and pedestrian activity, and enhances the whole city's image by improving the appearance of its central feature. Because the Turning Basin is Petaluma's central feature and - is frequently photographed; landscaping may be, permitted more for its visual appearance than for habitat values. As shown in the Chapter. 5 however, many native and non- native plant species are encouraged by this plan to provide both beauty and habitat function. 3.6.3 ACCESS AND ENHANCEMENT OBJECTIVES (1) FULLY CAPITALIZE ON THE EXISTING DENSE URBAN ACTIVITY AND HISTORIC ARCHITECTURAL cMMCTER ALONG THE RIVER BY EMPHASIZING RIVER ORIENTATION OF NEW AND EXISTING BUILDINGS, AND PEDESTRIAN AND BOATING ACTIVITIES AT THE WATER'S EDGE.. 3.6A SPECIFIC POLICIES AND PROGRAMS ACCE$S.AND LANDSCAPE CHARACfER'POLICIES Trail Design and Alignment 1. Provide a continuous banktop loop 'trail around the. Turning Basin with pedestrian amenities such as benches and interpretive signage. A short -term alignment that responds to existing conditions should be provided until a longer term alignment can be. implemented when the rights of way and /or funding is available. EX. SHOPPING CENTER Existing, Profile New Retaining Wall RIVER ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT ZONE SECTION 1-1 BUFFER & RESTORATION ZONE (Access Allowed) (Minimize shading to extent possible) 105 (Q� EXHIBIT B 3.6. Downtown Segment Goals, Objectives, Policies, and Programs PROGRAMS 1a. Route the trail to cross Washington Street: at the Petaluma Blvd. intersection and return.. -to Water Street, using existing sidewalks. Special treatment at the crossing of Water and Washington Streets will be needed to steer .pedestrian traffic to the safe crossing at Petaluma Boulevard. Special paving, signs,, and landscaping can enhance this dual riverfront- downtown gateway. 1b. In the short term, shift parking on Water Street to allaw a trail along the water's edge with minimal loss of parking spaces (change,to diagonal parking if necessary) . If feasible, new paving, a specially designed rail at the water's edge, new seating,,_ and lighting can be provided to delineate the pedestrian area. I c. In the long -term, carry out the concepts of the previously .approved Johnson, Guthrie &Assoc. Riverwalk Master Plan Petaluma River Access and Enhancement Plan Id. Provide a short -term, continuous loop trail around the Turning Basin along the following linkages. Water Street past the Great Petaluma Mill (with. percussion to use the railroad trestle) to 2nd Street, • "C" Street, between lst & 2nd, • . I st Street,. between "C" & "D ", • Across the river at the "D" Street bridge, ® Weller Street, from "D" Street to the ,floating docks by the River Inn /Cavanagh Landing, and • Return to the Balshaw Bridge through the Golden Eagle Shopping Center. le. In the longer term expand the, loop trail by. . • Constructing :a riverside boardwalk that connects the fishing dock at the end of "C" Street to the Industrial Warehouse Segment (past the PG&E Electrical substation to the other side of "D" Street, • Constructing or allowing banktop access on the eastern side of the Tuming Basin between "D" Street and the Old River Inn, N OR TH ELEVATI .f.YLrx_ TfR"�iF 11 y�.vi. nW�'. u SCALE IN FEET Pump House New Trees Rampto �R i/ Floating Do Fishing Dea/ Overlook Emergency (Beyond) Access Ra Emergency (iom un jmFUl Frl, �r��pmpuu(F�h�ui(��( °mj _ _ �` ,gl 6�(i_ill7mrm"Iu��Tu��lifr' .�= � ;illu(tj� � A Fishin be ck 106 SP t: t F. EXHIBIT 0. Emer enc Access . ; wuarus -u &Fishing Deck UpperOverlook t & Service Vehicle' • Access Existing . Pump Station +5.0 0 2 Car Parking I +10.0 :: a O Rampaa Emergency "C' Street Floating Docks Access Ramp PLAN 107 EX-HPISIT 3.6 Downtown Segment Goals Objectives, Policies; and Programs 2. Provide the following trail; connections in the downtown area: • Along the east bank of the river, south of the Washington Street bridge (behind the Golden ,Eagle Shopping Center). This ,should be a banktop pathway for pedestrians only among he trees, adjacent to the existing service road. Businesses in the shopping_ ,center are encouraged to open their river- facing facades to serve pedestrian clientele. • Through the Golden Eagle .Shopping Center (with planting and sidewalk improvements where necessary)':. • From the river (at the, utility crossing) to McNear Canal near or along Copeland Street through' a new signalized intersection at Washington Street. This route should be.designed for both bicycles and pedestrians. • A pedestrian and bicycle, route along East Washington and ''D" Streets according to the Petaluma General Plan • Continue the floating docks below the Great Petaluma Milt to a ramp that connects with a new overlook-,.a ' round the point near the Kiwanis dck at "C"' Street. 3. Designate all trails bordering the Turning Basin (i.e. new boardwalks, floating docks, and wooden bridge). for pedestrians only. 4. Convert all rail corridors to trail use wherever possible. Petaluma River Access and Enhancement Plan Bicycle Parking S. Provide at least the following five bicycle parking areas to encourage the bicyclist to walk and shop in the downtown: • At Water Street north of Washington Street • In the Golden Eagle Shopping Center .near the Turning Basin • On We_ ller Street near the Old River Inn • At the proposed rail depot near "D" .Street and Lakeville Street • Near Ist and "D" Streets Gateways 6. Establish plantings suitable for gateway status along Washington Street between the Washington Street Bridge and Copeland Street and along "D" Street between Petaluma Boulevard South and Lakeville. Statuesque treesi color, and riparian species will enhance one's sense of entry into the downtown and highlight the river's presence. 108 V V , f : F1� The Petaluma queen has called attention to Petaluma s waterfront and nauticaf history, .and has also enlivened the' downtown waterfront. Petaluma River Access and: Enhancement Plan Water Access Points 7. Provide new water access points in the following areas: • On the west bank across from the Dairyman's Feed granary tower, • On the east bank, just north of the Washington Street bridge, and • On, the 'east bank just north of the "D" Street bridge. • Around the pump station at. the terminous of C Street. 8. Extend the floating docks in the Turning Basin wherever room allows. NATURAL $ABITAT RESTORATION, CREATION AND PROTECTION POLICIES Restoration Zone 9. Provide a "safe passage zone for wildlife between downstream salt' marsh and upstream riparian habitat by creating and enhancing pockets of wetland and clusters of dense bank side vegetation. 10. Replace deteriorating wood retaining walls. 3.6 Downtown Segment Goals, Objectives, Policies, and Programs Where room allows, vertical walls should be rep laced °with sloped, vegetated banks. There are many products on the market, such as geotextiles, interlocking concrete blocks, and coconut coirs that provide bank stability and allow vegetation to flourish. 11. Improve the',habitat value of existing rip - rapped or unvegetated earthen slopes. RESTORATION PROGRAMS Ila. Establish lower bank planting with native riparian /estuarine species. 1 Protect, enhance, and expand existing 'pockets" of salt marsh vegetation. 11c. In the short term, plant native shrubs and groundcover among the rip -rap. 11d. In the longterm, remove the rip -rap and .replace with erosion- resistant structures,. such as plantable concrete block or others that allow vegetation to grow through the material. Ile. Plant barren or lightly landscaped earthen banks with native plants. Ilf. Plant banktop areas with natives or compatible non - native landscaping to blend with existing vegetation. The use of aggressive exotic vegetation should. be avoided. Populations of existing, exotic plants should be controlled to avoid 'their spread. Chapter 5 contains technical' information and lists of suggested species. 12. Maintain open views of the historic buildings rather than screening with dense trees. 13. Landscape plans must consider public safety by providing defensible spaces. 109 EXHIBIT Bare, rip- rapped'banks can be interplanted to improve the habitat without obstructing views or waterfront uses. 16. Downtown Segment Oti'ectives Policies, and Programs Petaluma River Access and Enhancement Plan Goals, ) In the downtown- area, where people congregate. at all hours, it is important that dense landscaping not create cover- for criminal activities. 14. Allow non- aggressive, non- native vegetation where it will beautify a scene, provide a splash of color, or create a. desired aesthetic effect. Although many native riparian species may meet these requirements, flexibility is allowed in the downtown area in order to .maintain visual interest and to allow integration. with the existing urban landscape. RAVER ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT ZONE PO_ LICIES Strengthening the Downtown -River Relationship 15, place a strong emphasis on river orientation in all future development and redevelopment along this river segment. 16.' Strengthen and broaden physical relationships between the river and the downtown. 110 PROS 16a. To the extent possible, require all future riverfront development and redevelopment to have entrances, windows, balconies, patios,:;and other exterior features that relate directly to the waterfront and areas of Public access. 16b. To the extent possible, require that all future riverfront development and redevelopment on this river segment include active interior areas which are oriented to the river, such as overlooks, offices, conference rooms, entrance areas, etc. 16c. Promote new development, redevelopment and 'activities that will add 'vitality and pedestrian activity along the river. 16d. Encourage future new development or redevelopment of riverfroni properties to provide pedestrian and visual connections between the street and the river. 16e. Encourage mixed use development (e.g., ground floor, commercial combined with upper story residential). 16f. Encourage development of a small riverfront, river - oriented hotel or bed and breakfast type facility in the _downtown area, to complement downtown activities and strengthen the area's acknowledgement. of the river. Adaptive Reuse of Historic Buildings 17.. Protect historic buildings along the riverfront and encourage new nver- oriented uses within these structures. q1 i F The Balshaw Bridge; a pedestrian improvementrecommended as part of the Riverwalk Master Plan; serves as part of the continuous theatrical space encompassing the Turning Basin. Petaluma River Access and Enhancement Plan PROGRAM 17a. Provide flexibility in zoning regulations to allow creative re -use of old structures. On a case -by -case basis, parking requirements, building setbacks, and other standard zoning regulations should be relaxed if the alternative is non -use or demolition of significant waterfront structures.. Flexibility should also be provided to allow redevelopment or construction of new buildings lin' historic style or locations. Mverwalk Implementation I8. Give precedence to pedestrian. and visual access over parking needs along . the Turning Basin periphery • as recommended in the Riverwalk kastel Plan 3.6 Downtown Segment Goals, Objectives, Policies, and Programs PROGRAMS 18a. In the short term (until new convenient parking is provided) adjust parking along Water Street by shifting it further from the railing where possible to provide pedestrian access along the river. 18b. In the long term replace some or all of the existing riverfront parking spaces along Water Street with a "Wre appropriate riverwalk and associated river- related amenities. 18c. In the long term, replace some or all of the existing riverfront parking spaces along, the western waterfront between "B" Street and "C" Street with a more appropriate riverwalk, river- oriented structures, and river - related amenities. 18d. In the long term, replace some or all of the existing riverfront parking spaces along the eastem waterfront south of the Old River Inn restaurant with more appropriate riverwalk and river= related amenities. 211 IV EXHIBIT Access along the top of the bank at the Golden Eagle Shopping Center seen across the'river, will help activate both sides of the Turning Basin. The existing trees can be integrated with the pedestrian walk The waterfront areas in the vicinity of downtown will be the focus of the first phase public improvements. 33 Warehouse Segment Goals, Objectives, Policies, and'Programs . Petaluma River Access and Enhancement Plan COMBINED Q. PEDESTRIAN 6 BICYCLE TRAIL PEDESTRIAN ONLY p 0 p D a i] TRAIL TENTATIVE LONG QQ QQ Q QQ TERM TRAIL r WATER SURFACE COMBINED BUFFER & RESTORATION ZONES mm^^ OAK GROVE /RIPARIAN, WOODLAND PRESERVATION ZONE MARSH NEW SIGNALIZED TO RIDGE TRAIL TO BAY TRAIL INTERSECTION. BICYCLE PARKING ® OPTIONAL TRAIL BRIDGE U U '� V WATER ACCESS : OR BOARDWALK Existing (D 0 00 ' R❑ S O Proposed Q O G FOR GATEWAY STAGING AREA `J/ V y • - CROSS SECTION M� < c �f�v �� f . "x . EAR .. • SEGMENT LIMIT JERICO: J . L �pEEt fOLNJDRY �: SST � WFIARF . NEVII"BANKTOP 7 N o TRAIL PASSES' BOAR DWAL :o S "D" H ",STREET T I G1 � t u o q S. PVN-U%% rw NEW WATER ACCESS j Cii <BIVD. I. r POINT "PICAL) i TO REGIONAL.PARKS. ty AND RIDGE TRAIL o , GATEWAY PLANTING i POTENTIAL FUTURE PUBLIC PARKING . 4 ACRES RIVER GREENWAY & ACCESS PLAN: 1 `0 200 400 600 Warehouse Segment 0 z (West Bank "D" to "Hn Street) i 112 st l E '" XHI Petaluma River Access and Enhancement Plan "Historic industrial features should be preserved... adapting to other uses or simply maintaining outside facades." "Encourage .low- impact boating." Participants in Community Workshop, 1992 3.7 Warehouse Segment Goals, Objectives, Policies, and Programs A picturesque relic of an active commercial past, the Warehouse Segment extends along the west bank; of the river from the "D" Street bridge to and including the Foundry Wharf complex at the end of First Street. The river is lined with decaying wharves and peak - roofed metal buildings. clinging to the water's edge.In years past these wharves were alive with barges, often several across, unloading their cargo into factories or for storage in the warehouses. This plan encourages a rebirth of the bustling working waterfront in a way that augments downtown's pedestrian - oriented trade. The unified facade of warehouses along the river bank creates a. sharp constructed edge that contrasts with the expanse of. water and the open landscape of McNear Peninsula across the river. This plan encourages the continuation of this riverfront development pattern, reminiscent of Petaluma's infancy. The mix of businesses in this segment include a large feed' and grain complex, warehousing, offices, manufacturing, printing, and other commercial activities. The neighborhood is also sprinkled with single family houses. Continuation of the spirited mix of uses is encouraged. 113 n `l ILI' 3.7. WA$2EI10USE SEGMENT 3.7.1 EXISTING SETTING 3.7 Warehouse Segment ' Goals, Objectives, Policies, and Programs 3.7.2 ISSUES AND OPPORTUNITIES The Warehouse' Segment is a logical place for enterprises that will. benefit from this neighborhood's easy river access, old feed' mills, historic architecture, and proximity to downtown.. Waterfront development in, particular can benefit from the views of the river and McNear Peninsula, and the ability to serve or use boat traffic. A special Riverfront Warehouse zone was set up, as requested by a neighborhood group, to protect and encourage the mixed,, varied character of the area. A key component to this zone district is the. requirement that manufacturing ; activities be compatible with their surroundings. River .Orientation An important objective of the River Plan is to reestablish the historic flavor and vitality of the waterfront. Reestablishment of the wharves for public access and commercial uses will help revitalize "the area by: • Providing a° catalyst for orienting businesses towards the river • Offering increased options for use /reuse of 114 Petaluma River Access and Enhancement Plan the waterfront buildings, Allowingpedestrian- oriented openings onto the river, and * Allowing commercial access. to the water for shipping. The old wood' pilings, metal buildings, and railroad tracks, should remain as visual reminders of this neighborhood's river - oriented agricultural history, so long as they do not pose a threat to the safety of new activities. First Street Although largely industrial now, First Street is the edge of an increasingly. well populated residential and.mixed -use neighborhood. This area has the rare opportunity to convert both its.interesting river and street frontages into a more. lively mixed -use area. ` 'First Street should become pedestrian friendly while retaining its historic charm. One impediment to the conversion of First Street into an active pedestrian area is the lack , of automobile parking spaces in this segment. ,Parking on the streets is limited due toi, this industrial area's heavy truck traffic, need for many loading zones, and frequent driveways that break up the length of curb. In order for a greater number of people to arrive, pedestrian access and /or transit must be improved from the downtown area, or additional. parking spaces must be provided. Parking lots should not create long gaps between buildings along streets where pedestrian traffic is encouraged. / I B i i .. 3.7 Warehouse Segment Petaluma River Access and Enhancement Plan Goals, Objectives, Policies, and Programs y 115 I X u FT, IBIT B' RNERFRONT WAREHOUSES (conceptuaf drawing) New boardwalks, reminiscent of the historic wharves that used to serve these old warehouses, will extend the trail along the river's edge and.help to activate the river frontage of these commercial establishments. Renovation and adaptive re -use of the buildings, or construction of compatible new structures, is encouraged to preserve the historic integrity of this area. 3.7 Warehouse Segment Goals, Objectives, Policies, and Programs Water Access "G ", and "H" Streets run perpendicular to the : and end at its banks. This offers a unique opportunity to develop direct public access to the river for small • water craft, fishing,, walking, and wildlife viewing. The roads also function as view corridors with unparalleled vistas across the water to McNear Peninsula, to the industrial structures on LakevilleStreet, and to the mountainsabeyond. Reconstructed wharves or boardwalks also expand the potential for water access along the private properties. This segment of the river should be as active as a public street. A pedestrian connection between the Warehouse Segment and Downtown may be possible by extending the boardwalk under the "D" Street bridge. Although this passage may occasionally be flooded, 'it will :avoid pedestrian conflicts with the heavy vehicular traffic at street level. Habitat Riverfront development along this segment is characterized by hard, constructed edges with engineered structures, such as vertical retaining walls, which are, consistent with a commercial working waterfront. Such river edges are expected to remain in this segment. Apart from the mouth of Thompson Creek ( "F" Street) and scattered willow clumps at top of bank, herbaceous weeds, and: occasional pockets of marsh grasses, much of the west side of the river currently has little wildlife value. Opportunities for biological enhancement are limited in this :area, yet. much can be done to improve the habitat values of this segment, as well as the urban design, with vegetation. The short open stretch of Thompson Creek at the terminus of "F" Street can be heavily planted and protected as a welcome - pocket of greenery amid the warehouses. An ambitious street tree program should be implemented 116 Petaluma River Access and Enhancement Plan along First Street. Bank stabilization alternatives for areas where buildings are adequately set back should include gabion box revetments set in. a way to trap sediment for colonization of marsh plants, or the use of advanced bioiechnical approaches. Historic Character This segment's metal warehouse architecture, river orientation, and mix of uses creates a unique and attractive character that should be preserved. The architectural framework already exists for renewal of this waterfront. Adaptive new uses of the historic buildings and the addition of a new banktop boardwalk, docks and water access for the public will create a vibrant, exciting .neighborhood in which the river is a central feature. The renovated Foundry Wharf complex, has provided a model for future growth in the Warehouse Segment by using new and adaptive construction to create a successful commercial, office, retail, manufacturing, and studio space. This development visually reflects the historic riverfront heritage, provides strong visual, pedestrian, and building orientations toward the river, and gains from the visual amenities of the river. New projects of this nature are encouraged by the river plan. __A EI XHIBIT D New construction at Foundry Wharf Is complementary to the nearby warehouses without being an identical repetition. Petaluma River Access and Enhancement Plan 17 Warehouse Segment Goals, Objectives, Policies, and Programs 3.73 ACCESS AND ENHANCEMENT Ib. The boardwalk may be designed with OBJECTIVE gates at public access points to close off access when necessary for (1) RE- ESTABLISH THE T!1'TALITY OF THIS maintenance, for protection of HISTORIC DISTRICT WfTH PUBLIC private property, to allow short term ACCESS ALONG THE WATER'S EDGE, loading and unloading between the PEDESTRIAN ACTIVITY ALONG. 1ST buildings and boats, or for protection STREET, AND DIRECT ACCESS, TO THE during flood events. WATER FOR BOATING AND FISHING. lc. The boardwalk should accommodate 3.7.4 SPECIFIC P O:L I C I E S AND at least two facilities for temporary PROGRAMS docking of small boats with ramps leading to the boardwalks and ACCESS AND.LANDSCAPE CHARACTER POLICIES buildings. Boardwalk 1. Provide ' public access along the river, connecting to the downtown- area under the "D" Street bridge.' PROGRAMS la. Construct a riverfront boardwalk at least 10: feet wide, on pilings, ; along the west bank with a separation from adjacent buildings, Io ensure the security of those properties. With the boardwalk separated from the top of the bank, property owners along the boardwalk will have the option to connect their properties to the boardwalk or not, depending on the compatibility of their use with public access! •It is hoped that over time the buildings will be filled with pedestrian- oriented uses and that connections will be .made to the riverfront which encourage activity along the boardwalk. Perhaps the easiest and most logical locations are at the ends of "G" and "H" Streets, although other docking facilities are encouraged behind buildings which cater to boat traffic. It is important to recognize that shipping. activities from river_ dependent industries must not be precluded by new improvements along navigable sections of the river. Id. Encourage public access on all docks, but allow owners of private docks to secure them from public access for security. E There is sufficient clearance at the V Street bridge's southerly abutment for the river trall'to pass under the bridge and make a direct waterfront connection between the Downtown and Warehouse Segments.. 117 B' 17 'Warehouse Segment Goals, Objectives, Policies, and Programs Petaluma River Access and Enbaneement Plan 118 BOARDWALK & WATER ACCESS. AT WAREHOUSES o 10' 20' ao' ........ SCALE IN FEET .pv. i. - C :. Future Development: Area ;Bgard.::•::.::::. K Existing Warehouses Petaluma River 0 ?- <;� >: : - -..: ,,� >;»z' •;:.< ,., ?�j %; >:; �;, %,i... aA �s X..�n> M: aC O. +ti�'n "'>:Y:j :<a:......:x.. ''.,.va':Y26Lx 'i:i� 2, �n:::`y lb t- o erci I 2SSr ar Use _ . SY'a.•- .,.v,�<. >:. �s'.r :rig': -. , .y5:;;;, y i Z.� , � . i :,v., v !.y4a. ,.... :,� >;..so :::,> :3 ✓fir <a.:..: :,,� - .'` 1 i - - x .,. ik> .Protect Floating Docks &.Maintain PLAN" Shipping Lane i i j Greenway i M . ; , hyrydr Boardwalk s 1 1 1 " !' '" <i44� f:g��^' °' ,,�av 8. :x�;, '•ip'a%�v,.\u za� �^.,':r e� ' =%Y:,T; %35 +�? ? ;.�.`: - 't.'?:y; 'Ar ;'��f y;<x::a'c.•2:3z.'��%'y : ?s: Floating. �a':4: ccu a.,.Y XJ.�'':•A..> x ✓,C4 o, , H:C".w' . }j ; Doc i Existing'Warehouse o x etaluma' n m t 45` RIVER.ORIENTED DEVELORMENT ZONE BUFFER.& RESTORATION ZONE 1phlns x SECTION K -K (Access Allowed) E Ingo G ; l i XHIBIT. 3.7 Warehouse Segment Petaluma sliver Access and Enhancement Plan Goals, Objectives, Policies, and Programs Trail Along Street This trail alignment would be dependent on a change or reorganization of use at 2. Provide pedestrian access and encourage Bar Ale and traffic controls at "D" Street pedestrian activity along the street. to provide for pedestrian safety.. An alternate crossing at Second' Streetwill be Offer an opportunity to view the adjacent allowed if it proves to be safer. grain processing operations and other industrial activities without interrupting or 2c. Construct sidewalks per City interfering with those uses. standard as needed for pedestrian access. PROGRAMS 2a. Create a near: term sidewalk trail that 2d. Encourage the planting of street trees follows Petaluma Boulevard South along the trail route. from the downtown area across "D" Street, turns towards the river on "F' 3. Bicycle access should be provided as Street to the Thompson Creek outlet, detailed on the City's General Plan follows First Street south to "H" Circulation Map. Street and then - back to Petaluma Boulevard South. 2b Create a long -term pedestrian, route that follows First Street from the downtown area on city sidewalks, crosses "D" Street and extends to "' Street: SECTION L -L F STREET BICYCLE'& P81)tSTRIAN ACCESS 0 10' 20' ao' SCALE IN FEET Looking South' g Warehouses Existing Roadway 1k I Existing & New Service & (2) Driving Lanes. New- Curb Buildings Loading - Parking ' .& Sidewalk Area Railroad, Per City Class III Standard Bike Lane 119 rrJJ b b EXHIBIT 3.7 Warehouse Segment Goals, Objectives, Policies, and Programs Petaluma River Access and Enhancement Plan ACCESS AT "G" AND "H" STREETS -F. ak <:fF::: ✓.:: r >':, ?' •.ar'ss 1$'-18'_ Prowde Vehicle Access to ;Rear of .Building .. ,::aa:,r�;;e3;. 1 Ranktnn I "G" AND Bollards.. "H" STREET Special M Paving— Q t 0' 20' . 40' 'P6riorm Stabilization as Requited .+. k Public Street Greenway k Steps p Y.: C g M. � z t XY I RIVER ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT ZONE (Beyond) SECTION 'M -M 120 BUFFER '& RESTORATION ZONE (Beyond) Bidgs: -� . Bollard . . ' Crosswalk_ ll &,Boardwalk ; ll bi Y ' C 5 lad ! , ,—W a ll yon � «..... « ...... ,�q IIII II111 lam'.. .; t Steps p Y.: C g M. � z t XY I RIVER ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT ZONE (Beyond) SECTION 'M -M 120 BUFFER '& RESTORATION ZONE (Beyond) Petaluma River Access and Enhancement Plan Water Access 4, Enhance the water's edge..and:encourage pedestrians and boaters to enjoy this segment of the river. S. Provide improved access to the water at "G" and "71" Streets. PROGRAMS Sa. At the ends .of "G" and "H" Streets, provide steps down to the water, new paving, bollards for traffic control, lighting and benches to encourage safe. waterfront activities in an attractive setting. 3.7 Warehouse Segment Goals, Objectives, Policies, and Programs NATURAL HABITAT RESTORATION, CREATION AND PROTECTION POLICIES 6. Provide islands of emergent marsh and riparian vegetation wherever possible on the bank slopes to provide a "safe passage" or linkage between - upstream riparian habitat and downstream tidal marsh habitat. 7. Improve the habitat value ,of Thompson Creek between '1st Street and the river. PROGRAM 7a. Where buildings are adequately removed from the top of bank, consider replacing retaining walls with landscaped structural .stabilization treatments to increase habitat. RIVER ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT ZONE POLICIES River Orientation 8. Encourage new development or reuse of buildings that is compatible with the ersting historic /warehouse character, and which is both river and pedestrian oriented. 121 P'1 '/ EXCHIBITL Thee and of H Street, currently In, poor condition, offers an opportunity for well designed'direct public access to the river. Improved public access +at the end of `H Street (and others in this Segment) will take advantage of the unparalleled views and riverfront setting. 3.7 Warehouse Segment Goals, Objectives, Policies, and Programs Petaluma River Access and Enhancement Plan 9. Encourage interaction between street activities and the river. PROGRAMS 9a. Allow for periodic visual and pedestrian access to the river edge from 1st Street. 9b. Encourage uses that interact with the river, and building designs that provide openings to the: river, such as windows, balconies and doors. 10. Reinforce and perpetuate the hard warehouse "wall" character that has historically existed along this river segment. PROGRAMS 10a. Incorporate the same street and river zero=lot -line setback characteristics that currently distinguish the area between First Street and the river. 11. Provide pedestrian access points to the river at the ends of "F"; "G", and "H" Streets. PROGRAMS lla. Improve visual and pedestrian access at the ends of "G," and "H" Streets with new paving treatments, benches, lighting and docks or steps that allow direct access to the water. llb. Encourage recreational boating and fishing at these locations. i t f i i > 122 S EXTURIT, B E Existing uses, like this commercial lead operation on .First Street, give WsT area the feeling of an authentic working warehouse district, an important ingredient in the mix of uses encouraged by this plan. Old warehouses along First Street provide the. architechmi context for this mixed use neighborhood... Petaluma River Access and Enhancement Plan 3.7 Warehouse Segment Goals, Objectives, Policies, and Programs 12.. Encourage the development of riverfront FLOOD PROTEMON'AND BANK STABILTZATION commercial activities. POLICIES PROGRAMS IS. Coordinate removal of old pier pilings 12a. Encourage more intensive uses along with permitting of new piers and floating the waterfront, such as retail, docks so that their removal serves as restaurants, offices, and residential mitigation compensation for new uses above the ground floor. structures in navigable waters. 13. Include, facilities for public 'access and 16. Excavate to create marsh on McNear river recreation (e.g,, boating and Peninsula (see discussion that follows in fishing) as ,part of any future larger Section 3.8), to compensate for any loss scale . development or redevelopment of flood channel capacity. that may result projects along this river segment. from docks and floating boardwalks Historic Character constructed along lite west side of the river behind the warehouses. 14. Preserve the historic and aesthetic character of the First Street warehouse area. PROGRAMS 14a. To the extent possible, preserve existing 'old warehouse . structures along First Street, accommodating future development orredevelopment plans through adaptive -use. 14b. Require new buildings to be multi- level, similar to the older warehouses and granaries in bulk and style. The City should encourage design approaches similar to the Foundry Wharf project; i.e., the incorporation of both new and adaptive construction and use of design features which reflect the.historic, river- oriented, warehouse . character of this river segment. 14c. Retain old _ .wood pilings and bulkheads- unless they pose a safety hazard, interfere with navigation or channel maintenance, or prevent the construction of new boardwalks. 123 %� Recreational boating access Is provided at this private development. McNear Peninsula is in the background. Mr. Douglas Bosco California Coastal Conservancy 1330 Broadway, I3 Floor 'Oakland, CA 94612 Dear Mr. Bosco: WASHINGTON OFFICE:' U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 2263 RAYBURNBUILDING WASHINGTON, DC 20515 TELEPHONE: (202) 225-5161 DISTRICT, OFFICES: 1101 COLLEGE AVENUE, SUITE 200 SANTA ROSA, CA 95404 TELEPHONE: (707) 542 -7182 1050 NORTHGATE DRIVE, SUITE 354 SAN RAFAEL, CA 94903 TELEPHONE: (415) 507 -9554 WEB PAGE AND E -MAIL: http://www.woolsey.liouse.gov I am writing to express my support.for the City of Petaluma'sapplication to the Coastal _- _Conservancy.for_the San.Francisco,Bay Area Conservancy_ Program to. rehabilitate the (Downtown Railroad Trestle in Petaluma. The, trestle, which is .located on the Petaluma River in Historic Downtown, is a historically significant resource. to the City of Petaluma. It is my understanding that funding for this project will support the design and construction necessary to rehabilitate the 80 -year old trestle. The rehabilitation effort will include bank stabilization measures; habitat enhancements and the completion of the River Trail. This project is an important step forward in increasing,public access to the trestle and educating the public about the historical and environmental significance of the river. I support the Downtown:Railroad Trestle proposal and believe this project will greatly benefit the City of Petaluma. `I urge you to give this application your full and careful consideration. If you have any questions or comments, please contact my grants coordinator, Chris Rogers, in my Santa Rosa office at (707) 542 - 7182. Sincerely, �U Lynn Woolsey Member of Congress Cc: Deborah Hirsch, Project Manager LW: cjr �6 PRIMED ON RECYCLED PAPER &Jr B $ - tr EXHIBIT 4: Project Letters LYNN WOOLSEY 6TH'DISTRICT, CALIFORNIA COMMITTEES: EDUCATION AND LABOR � y� , of th e Vni eb W6 CHAIRWOMAN, SUBCOMMITTEE ON QIC®ngce .55 WORKFORCE PROTECTIONS SUBCOMMITTEE ON EARLY CHILDHOOD,� yyyyyy I, h � l tto Q O �K O � L AtY�rt A(t a ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION VV ?"`L l•s,✓_e l _ SCIENCE 4ND;TEGHNOLOGY Rl ANtlgtalt, VC 20515 -0 SUBCOMMITTEE'ON ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENT July 20, 2010 FOREIGN AFFAIRS SUBCOMMITTEE ON AFRICA AND GLOBAL HEALTH Mr. Douglas Bosco California Coastal Conservancy 1330 Broadway, I3 Floor 'Oakland, CA 94612 Dear Mr. Bosco: WASHINGTON OFFICE:' U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 2263 RAYBURNBUILDING WASHINGTON, DC 20515 TELEPHONE: (202) 225-5161 DISTRICT, OFFICES: 1101 COLLEGE AVENUE, SUITE 200 SANTA ROSA, CA 95404 TELEPHONE: (707) 542 -7182 1050 NORTHGATE DRIVE, SUITE 354 SAN RAFAEL, CA 94903 TELEPHONE: (415) 507 -9554 WEB PAGE AND E -MAIL: http://www.woolsey.liouse.gov I am writing to express my support.for the City of Petaluma'sapplication to the Coastal _- _Conservancy.for_the San.Francisco,Bay Area Conservancy_ Program to. rehabilitate the (Downtown Railroad Trestle in Petaluma. The, trestle, which is .located on the Petaluma River in Historic Downtown, is a historically significant resource. to the City of Petaluma. It is my understanding that funding for this project will support the design and construction necessary to rehabilitate the 80 -year old trestle. The rehabilitation effort will include bank stabilization measures; habitat enhancements and the completion of the River Trail. This project is an important step forward in increasing,public access to the trestle and educating the public about the historical and environmental significance of the river. I support the Downtown:Railroad Trestle proposal and believe this project will greatly benefit the City of Petaluma. `I urge you to give this application your full and careful consideration. If you have any questions or comments, please contact my grants coordinator, Chris Rogers, in my Santa Rosa office at (707) 542 - 7182. Sincerely, �U Lynn Woolsey Member of Congress Cc: Deborah Hirsch, Project Manager LW: cjr �6 PRIMED ON RECYCLED PAPER &Jr B $ - tr EXHIBIT 4: Project Letters STATE CAPITOL COMMITTEES: ROOM 4061 PUBLIC SAFETY SACRAMENTO, CA 95814 (I T rya CHAIR TEL (916)- 651 - 003 %Ualif.>�rnia . s a e BUDGET 19 FAX 16) 445.4722 [[[///�" ( SUBCOMMITTEE N0.3 DISTRICT OFFICES SENATOR CHAIR 455`GOLDEN GATE AVE. APPROPRIATIONS SUITE 1,4800 MARK L E NO BUDGET AND SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94102 FISCAL REVIEW TEL 14151 557 -1300 THIRD SENATORIAL DISTRICT FAX (415) 557 -1252 HEALTH JUDICIARY 3501 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE se SUITE'425� 4 LABOR AND INDUSTRIAL M SAN RAFAELJ CA 94903 As� RELATIONS TEL (415) 479 -661 2 � 1 NATUR AL RESOURCES FAX (415> 479 -1 146 AND WATER SENATOR;LENOC•SEN.CA.GOV � CA WW W.SEIJATE.CA.GOVJLENO July, 2, 2010 Douglas Bosco, Chairman State Coastal Conservancy 1330 Broadway, Suite 1300 Oakland, CA 94612 Re: Support of the City of Petaluma's application to the Coastal Conservancy for the Bay Program Grant for the rehabilitation of the Downtown Trestle Dear Chairman Bosco I am writing to support the City of 'Petaluma's application to the Coastal Conservancy for grant funding through the San Francisco Bay Area Conservancy, Program (Bay Program) to rehabilitate the City of Petaluma's Downtown Railroad `Trestle. The Trestle, which is located on the Petaluma River, in the Historic Downtown area is a historically significant resource to Petaluma. The City of Petaluma is, requesting funding for a design and construction project to rehabilitate the 80 -year old dilapidated trestle structure to .accommodate loading. capacity for a passenger trolley, bank stabilization measures, habitat enhancement, completion of the River Trail and an educational component that will tie in both the history of the structure and the importance of the River ecosystem. The Bay Program grant is important to the rehabilitation of this historic resource, because, it will assist in the removal of blight along the Petaluma River and.preserve the existing natural resources. Thank you for your consideration of this important project for the residents of Petaluma within . my district. if you have any questions, please contact my district office at 415 -479 76612 or via my website:at www. sen.ca_g6v /leno Sincerely, MARK LEND Senator, 3` District JUL - 8 2010 cc: Deborah Hirsch, Project Manager PUBLIC WORKS I c�lp EXHIBIT 4: Project Letters STATE:CAPITOL P.O. BOX 942849 SACRAMENTO, CA 94249.0006 (916) 319 -2006 FAX (916) 319 -2106 DISTRICT OFFICE 3501 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE, SUITE 412 SAN RAFAEL, CA 94903 (415) 479.4920 FAX (415) 479 -2123 JARED HUFFMAN ASSEMBLYMEMBER,:SIXTH DISTRICT COMMITTEES' CHAIR, WATER, PARKS AND WILDLIFE NATURAL RESOURCES UTILITIES AND COMMERCE SUBCOMMITTEE NO.3 ON RESOURCES July 13, 2010 Mr. Doug Bosco, Chair California Coastal Conservancy 1330 Broadway, 13 Floor Oakland, CA 94612 -2530 Dear Chairman Bosco I am writing to express my continued support for the application by the City of Petaluma to the Coastal Conservancy'for the San Francisco Bay Area Conservancy -Program (Bay. Program) to rehabilitate the City of Petaluma Downtown Railroad Trestle. The Trestle is located on the Petaluma River in the Historic Downtown area and is a historically significant resource to the City and surrounding community. The City of Petaluma is requesting these funds for design and construction to rehabilitate the 180 year old and now dilapidated trestle structure, including bank stabilization measures, habitat enhancement, completion of the River Trail' and an educational component that -will integrate the history of this particular structure and the importance of the River ecosystem. The Bay Program grant is important to the rehabilitation of this historic resource, the removal of the blight it causes along the Petaluma 'River and the preservation of the existing natural resources. This project is consistent with the goals of the Bay Program, and I urge you to approve the request for funds JUL 19 2010 PUBLIC WORKS cc: Deborah Hirsch, Bayside Sonoma County Coordinator �6 EXHIB' T B. Thank you for your consideration. EXHIBIT 4: Project Letters Directors Debora Fudge, Chair July 16, 2010 Town of Windsor Barbara Pahre, Vice -Chair GGBHTD Mayon Pam Torliatt Judy Arnold City of Petaluma Merin County 11 English Street At Boro Petaluma, CA 94952 San Rafael Valerie Brawn Re: Coastal Conservancy: Grant for the Waterfront Trestle Sonoma County Jim Eddie Dear Mayor Torliatt: GGBHTD Madeline Kellner I am writing-to provide our support for the Coastal Conservancy Grant that the City is Novato pursuing for the environmental and design work for the rehabilitation of SMART's Joan Lundstrom trestle along the Petaluma' urning basin. Larkspur Jake Mackenzie SMART fully supportsthis project and is prepared to commit staff time to participate in Rohnert Park the project: We envision participating in the consultant selection process, design Charles McGlashan coordination meetings and reviewing reports and drawings. Marin County Carol Russell We look forward to supporting the City's efforts to renew this important asset. Cloverdale Shirlee Zane Sincerely, Sonoma County Lillian Hames i General Manager oCC CUV Lil0an Hames JU 2 2 Z�1� General Manager PUBLIC WORKS srnaRr cc: Deb Fudge 750 �ndaro;SU e eet, Suite 200' 9 San Rafael, CA 44901 John Lackey 415.225 -08eo Bill Gamlen nALL EXHIBIT 4: Project Letters Mr. Douglas Bosco — Chairman California Coastal Conservancy 1330 Broadway, 13` floor Oakland, Ca. 94612 August.4, 2010 Dear Mr. Bosco and members of the Coastal Conservancy; I am writing in support of the grant application by the City of Petaluma for funds to restore the historic railroad trestle in downtown Petaluma, adjacent to the Petaluma River turning basin. As a leading advocate for River access, appreciation and conservation Friends of the Petaluma River is aware of the key role the trestle played in connecting people to the River in the past and looks forward to it resuming that role in the future. The Railroad trestle is a community asset that is most worthy of restoration, as it played a key role in the commercial and cultural fabric of Petaluma for decades. Unfortunately, like many unused historic assets it has fallen into disrepair. To.lose it would be to lose an important piece of the River's and the region's cultural heritage. Petaluma i's . where San Francisco Bay maritime traffic connected with North Coast Railroad traffic to move raw materials; manufactured goods, and people throughout Northern California before the arrival. of bridges. This is an important story that we plan to tell in the River Heritage Center (RHC) that Friends is creating in nearby Steamer Landing Park (map attached). In fact, in partnership with Friends,.the'City of Petaluma has recently submitted a grant application to Ca. State Parks to help fund that center. Part of the RHC plan is to connect downtown Petaluma to the proposed S. F. Bay Water Trail and existing S. F. Bay hiking trail by providing riverfront docks, camping amenities, and nature education facilities just down the River from the turning basin. The California Coastal Conservancy has already invested generously in the natural and cultural resources of Petaluma by providing funding to help purchase property and build trails at our new Ellis Creek Water Recycling Facility; Tolay Lake Regional Park, and the San Francisco Bay Trail; for which we are most grateful Funding to restore the railroad trestle in downtown Petaluma would help to connect this wonderful "string of jewels" to the North Bay's historic confluence of maritime and rail commerce, adding to your, legacy of providing valuable regional assets for future generations to enjoy. Sincerely; David Yearsley — Executive Director P.O. Box 4928 • Petaluma CA 94955 • (707) 763 775'6 e dmY @sonic.net www. friendsafthepetalunzariver. o�g q' nb EXHIBIT 4: Project Letters Coastal Conservancy Douglas Bosco, Chair of the Conservancy 1330 Broadway Street, 13"' Floor Oakland, CA 94612 TO: the Directors and Staff of °the. California Coastal Conservancy RE: Petaluma Trestle Rehabilitation Project Please support the .City of Petaluma's application for funding for rehabilitation of its waterfront trestle at the. downtown: Turning. Basin. This and trolley corridor is a critical feature in the Petaluma River Access and Enhancement Plan.` When completed, the trestle, will link the Turning Basin and upstream features with other local and regional pedestrian and cycling pathways, which in- link up to regional trail networks such as the. Bay and the Bay Ridge Trail. Ultimately, the improved and once again utilized trestle could become one of the gems in the center of a vast network of outdoor and pedestrian= friendty community resources. As proponents of a central Petaluma boathouse and members ilof - the Petaluma River Access Partnership, the Petaluma Small Craft Center Coalition (PSC3) is excited by-the prospect of these long- overdue improvements. We urge the Coastal Conservancy to look favorably on the city's grant application, and help the community complete this much- needed improvement. Nicholas Goulden Jef Nogg (707).763-77,09 (707) 766 -8070 giisabourin @aol.com gouldengsonic.net ., ieffC5)clavev.com Affiliates of PSC Ctavey River Equipment North Bay Rowing' Club Econ'Inc.. He'e. Nalu Outrigger Canoe Club 06ana Wa'a Outrigger Canoe Club Individual members CC: Deborah Hirsch, Coastal Conservancy Project Manager �9 See Petaluma From The Water Petaluma Small Craft Center Coalition P.O. Box 192 Petaluma, CA 94953 July 1, 2010 EXHIBIT 4: Project Letters May 17, 2010 Ms. Diane Ramirez City of Petaluma Department of Public'Works 11 English Street Petaluma, CA 94952 Subject: SF Bay Trail Support for City of Petaluma's. "Downtown Trestle Rehabilitation Project" Dear Ms. Ramirez: The Bay Trail Project is a 'nonprofit organization administered by the Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG) that plans, promotes and advocates for the implementation of a continuous 500 -mile bicycling and hiking path around San Francisco Bay, with connector trails into downtown areas, neighborhoods, and transit centers. When complete, the trail will pass through 47 cities, all nine Bay Area counties, and.cross seven toll bridges. To date, slightly more than half the ,length of the Bay Trail alignment has been developed. The Bay Trail Project is pleased to support the City of Petaluma's efforts to secure grant funding for the above- referenced project. While the officially adopted Bay Trail connector in Petaluma runs from Port Sonoma Marina to Shollenberger Park and does not currently include the segment north into downtown, we. have on file an official request from the City to adopt this section of trail. Bay Trail Project staff enthusiastically supports this request and will be bringing the item before the Steering Committee this summer as part of a major realignment of the Bay Trail in Sonoma'County. Connecting the spine of the Bay Trail at Port Sonoma Marina with the revitalized riverfront in downtown Petaluma will benefit ABAGs Bay Trail Project and the City of Petaluma equally. We hope that the Coastal Conservancy is able to fund this important piece of infrastructure. If you have any questions regarding the current or future Bay Trail alignment in this area, please 'do not hesitate to contact me at (510) 464 -7909 or by a -mail at maureena(d)abaa.ca.aov Sincerely, Maureen Gaffney Bay Trail* Planner Cc: Maxine Spellman, California Coastal Conservancy " Iti CERTIFICATE OF INSURANCE ISSUE DATE Lr_r� State Coastal Conservancy, State of California Grant Agreement #: 10 -027 SCC Project Mgr: Deborah Hirst PRODUCER' (Agent or Broker) THIS CERTIFICATE OF INSURANCE IS NOT AN INSURANCE POLICY AND DOES NOT "BY AMEND, EXTEND OR ALTER THE COVERAGE AFFORDED THE POLICIES BELOW. BEST'S COMPANIES RATING ,COMPANY` LETTER A INS_ URED COMPANY` ,LETTER B COMPANY LETTER C COMPANY LETTER D THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT THE POLICIES OF INSURANCE LISTED BELOW' HAVE BEEN ISSUED TO THE INSURED NAMED ABOVE FOR THE POLICY PERIOD INDICATED. NOTWITHSTANDING ANY REQUIREMENT TERM, OR. CONDITION' OF ANY CONTRACT. OR OTHER. DOCUMENT WITH RESPECT TO WHICH THIS CERTIFICATE MAY BE ISSUED OR MAY BE ISSUED'OR MAY PERTAIN, THE INSURANCE AFFORDED;BY THE POLICIES DESCRIBED HEREIN IS SUBJECT TO ALL THE TERMS, EXCLUSIONS AND CONDITIONS OF SUCH'POLICIES. LIMITS ARE SHOWN MAY HAVE,BEEN'REDUCED BY PAID CLAIMS. CO POLICY EFFECTIVE 'POLICY EXPIRATION. LTR TYPE OF INSURANCE POLICY DATE'(MM/DD/YY) DATE ALL LIMITS IN THOUSANDS, NUMBER GENERAL LIABILITY EACH OCCURRENCE $ ❑ COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY or FIRE DAMAGE (Any one fire) S ❑COMPREHENSIVE GENERAL LIABILITY ❑ ISO form (1973) or comparable with MEDICAL EXPENSE (any one S Broad Form Comprehensive General Liability endorsement. p erson ) PERSONAL & ADVERTISING $ ❑ Other: ❑ OCCURENCE ❑ OTHER INJURY GENERAL AGGREGATE $ PRODUCTS- COMP /OPS $ ❑ General Aggregate applies per project AGGREGATE AUTOMOBILE LIABILITY COMBINED SINGLE LIMIT (each $ ❑ ANY AUTO (ISO Form Number CA accident) 0001, Code or equivalent.) BODILY INJURY $ ❑ OTHER: (Per person) ❑ ALL OWNEDAUTOS ❑ SCHEDULED AUTOS $ BODILY INJURY 13 HIRED AUTOS (Per accident) 13 NONOWNED AUTOS ❑ GARAGE LIABILITY PROPERTY DAMAGE $ EXCESS LIABILITY ❑ UMBRELLA ❑ OTHER THAN UMBRELLkFORM EACH OCCURRENCE $ AGGREGATE $ ❑ WORKERS' COMPENSATION STATUTORY $ AND EMPLOYERS', LIABILITY EACH ACCIDENT $ DISEASE- POLICY LIMIT $ DISEASE -EACH EMPLOYEE $ PROPERTY INSURANCE AMOUNT OF INSURANCE $ ❑ COURSE OF CONSTRUCTION PERCENT REPLACEMENT VALUE DESCRIPTION OF OPERATIONS /LOCATIONIVEHICLES /RESTRICTION /DEDUCTIBLES /SELF INSURED RETENTIONS /SPECIAL ITEMS THE FOLLOWING PROVISIONS; APPLY: 1. None of the above - described policies will be, canceled. until after 30 days' written notice has been given to the State Coastal Conservancy at 1330 Broadway, 13 Floor, Oakland, CA W12. 2. The State of Calidfomia.(State), its officials offcers, employees and volunteers are added as insureds,on all liability insurance policies listed ABOVE. 3. It is agreed that any insurance or self- insurance maintained by the State will apply in excess of andnot'contr6ute with, the insurance described above. 4. All rights of subrogation under the: property insurance, policy listed above have been waived against the State. 5. The workers' compensation insurer named above, if'any, agrees to waive all rights of subrogation againsfthe State for injuries to employees of the insured resulting from work for the State or use of the state'si prermises or facilities: CERTIFICATE HOLDER/ADDITIONAL INSURED AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE State Of Ca11fomia TITLE PHONE NO. EXHIBIT C W "I i. � nT