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' TOWN OF ORIENTAL
COMPREHENSIVE SHORELINE ACCESS
AND DEVELOPMENT PLAN
' Approved by the Town of Oriental
Board of Commissioners: November 13, 1996
IPrepared By:
' Holland Consulting Planners, Inc. Howard T. Capps & Associates, Inc.
Wilmington, North Carolina Wilmington, North Carolina
' The preparation of this document was financed in part through a grant provided by ,the
North Carolina Coastal Management Program, through funds provided by the Coastal Zone
Management Act of 1972, as amended, which is administered by the Office of Ocean and
' Coastal Resource Management, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
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TOWN OF ORIENTAL
COMPREHENSIVE SHORELINE ACCESS
AND DEVELOPMENT PLAN
Approved by the Town of Oriental
Board of Commissioners: November 13, 1996
Prepared By:
Holland Consulting Planners, Inc.
Wilmington, North Carolina
Howard T. Capps & Associates, Inc.
Wilmington, North Carolina
The preparation of this document was financed in part through a grant provided by the
North Carolina Coastal Management Program, through funds provided by the Coastal Zone
Management Act of 1972, as amended, which is administered by the Office of Ocean and
Coastal Resource Management, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

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TOWN OF ORIENTAL
WATERFRONT FEASIBILITY STUDY
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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A.
INTRODUCTION
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B.
TOWN OF ORIENTAL SHORELINE ASSETS .....................
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C.
PROJECT OBJECTIVES
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D.
RECOMMENDATION
FOR DINGHY DOCK LOCATION ..............
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COMPREHENSIVE SHORELINE DEVELOPMENT PLAN ............
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Introduction
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Shoreline Pedestrian Trail
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North Carolina Wildlife Boat Ramp .......................
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Dinghy Dock .....................................
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Raccoon Creek Coastal Wetlands/Estuarine Waters Observation Deck ...
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Duck Pond ......................................
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Town Commercial Area ...............................
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Neuse River/Town Harbor Visual Access Points ................
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Lou Mac Park ....................................
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Fishing Pier
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Town Beach ......................................
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Recommended Anchorage Areas .........................
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Project Cost Summary ................................
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HISTORIC DISTRICT DESIGNATION .........................
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FUNDING
SOURCES ....................................
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Potential State and Federal Shoreline Access Funds ..............
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a. Coastal and Estuarine Water Beach Access Program ...........
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b. Land and Water Conservation Fund (Parks & Recreation Trust Fund) .
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c. Water Resources Development Grant Program ...............
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d. Fishing Access Program ............................
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e. Boat Ramp Program ...............................
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f. Secondary Roads Program ...........................
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g. Other Programs .................................
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Potential Local Funding Sources .........................
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Potential Sources of Non -Shoreline Access Funding ..............
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a. North Carolina Department of Transportation ...............
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b. Division of Archives and History ......................
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c. Rural Tourism Development Grants .....................
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TABLES
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Table 1
Ranking of Potential Town of Oriental Dinghy Dock Sites
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MAPS
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Map 1
Town of Oriental Shoreline Assets .........................
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Map 2
Town of Oriental Shoreline Access Areas/Sites ..................
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Town of Oriental Comprehensive Shoreline Access Plan ...........
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DRAWINGS
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Drawing 1
South Water Street Access Area ...........:..............
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Drawing 2
Typical Restroom Floor Plan ............................
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Drawing 3
Town Dock Access Area ..............................
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Lou Mac Park ....................................
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Appendix A:
Recommended Plantings
Appendix B:
Facilities Recommended for Installation
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A. INTRODUCTION
In fiscal year 1995-96, the Town of Oriental received a Planning and Management Grant from
the North Carolina Department of Environment, Health and Natural Resources Division of
Coastal Management. The state grant was for $6,000, which was matched by $2,000 in Town
of Oriental funds. The purpose of the grant is to assist the Town of Oriental in the preparation
of a Comprehensive Waterfront Planning and Management Study. It is intended that this study
primarily focus on improving shoreline access.
Prior to the preparation of this study, the Oriental shoreline received considerable attention. For
several years, state and federal grant assistance has been utilized to maintain the bulkheads at
the head of the Town Harbor (Raccoon Creek), Lou Mac Park, and South Street. A number
of town residents and businesses have urged the town to address other shoreline -related needs,
including the following:
-- Construction of public restroom facilities.
-- Establishment of a youth sailing facility.
-- Improving the appearance of the North Carolina Wildlife boat ramp.
-- Provide more picnic/park facilities along the waterfront.
-- Establish dinghy dock facilities near the Town Harbor.
-- Establish a mooring or anchorage area.
-- Consider acquiring through a lease or fee simple the property known as the
"Town Beach."
It is intended that this study will result in a comprehensive shoreline development plan that will
include specific recommendations for improvement of the town's shoreline access.
IB. TOWN OF ORIENTAL SHORELINE ASSETS
While improving shoreline access is a primary objective of this study, the town also desires to
accomplish a comprehensive approach to shoreline development and utilization. It is important
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to utilize the town's public and privately -owned assets and link them together in an integrated
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system of shoreline facilities. These assets include:
-- Lou Mac Park
-- Town Harbor
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-- Town Harbor commercial area
-- Upper Raccoon Creek
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-- The Duck Pond
-- Town Dock (town harbor area)
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-- The "Town Beach" (privately owned)
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-- waterfront residential areas
-- Quiet streets with low traffic volumes
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-- to the Neuse River Channel of the Intracoastal Waterway
-- Eleven potential shoreline access areas/sites (see Shoreline Access Map)
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-- The Old Store (privately owned)
-- The Depot (privately owned)
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-- The Oriental Marina and Motel
-- Three restaurants including: The Oriental Marina, M and M's/Casa Blanca, and
The Trawl Door
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-- River Neuse Motel and coffee shop
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-- Harborside Grocery
Some of these assets require description. Locations of the facilities are provided on Map 1.
Lou Mac Park -- This park is a passive (no active recreational facilities) recreational '
facility. The park extends along the South Avenue shoreline starting east of Neuse Street and
extending north to Freemason Street. East of the park, there is limited parking on South
Avenue. Lou Mac Park includes 18,000 square feet of area. All of the shoreline has been ,
stabilized with rip -rap with a bulkhead on the landward side. Benches are provided along the '
entire length of the shoreline from Freemason Street to Vandemere Street. A privately owned
fishing pier serves customers of the Neuse River Motel and Coffee Shop. The park and South '
Avenue shoreline afford excellent views of the Neuse River.

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The preparation of this map was financed in
part through a grant provided by the North
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through funds provided by the Coastal Zone
Management Act of 1972, as amended, which
Is administered by the Office of Ocean and
Coastal Resource Management, National
Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
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1 LOU MAC PARK
2 TOWN HARBOR
3 TOWN HARBOR COMMERCIAL AREA
4 UPPER RACCOON CREEK
5 THE DUCK POND
6 TOWN DOCK (TOWN HARBOR AREA)
7 THE "TOWN BEACH- (PRIVATELY OWNED)
8 ATTRACTIVE WATERFRONT RESIDENTIAL AREAS
9 QUIET STREETS WITH LOW TRAFFIC VOLUMES
10 ADJACENT TO THE NEUSE RIVER CHANNEL OF THE INTRACOASTAL WATERWAY
11 ELEVEN POTENTIAL SHORELINE ACCESS AREASISITES (SEE SHORELINE ACCESS MAP)
12 THE OLD STORE (PRIVATELY OWNED)
13 THE DEPOT (PRIVATELY OWNED)
14 THE ORIENTAL MARINA AND MOTEL
15 THREE RESTAURANTS INCLUDING: THE ORIENTAL MARINA, M AND M'S/CASA BLANCA,
AND THE TRAWL DOOR
16 RIVER NEUSE MOTEL AND COFFEE SHOP
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SHORELINE ASSETS
TOWN OF ORIENTAL
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Town Harbor -- The Town Harbor is a small picturesque area which serves as home base
for much of Oriental's commercial fishing fleet. In addition, the harbor includes the town dock
and the Oriental Marina. Because of the size and number of boats operating within the harbor,
the area is congested.
Town Harbor Commercial Area -- The Town Harbor commercial area includes seafood
processing facilities and commercial/retail enterprises which serve both local and transient
traffic. The area focuses on Hodges Street at the head of the Town Harbor area. The harbor
commercial area is situated within walking distance of most potential shoreline access sites.
Upper Raccoon Creek -- Upper Raccoon Creek is situated at the head of the Town
Harbor and is located between Hodges and Main Streets. The waters of the creek are considered
estuarine and public trust areas. The shorelines of the creek provide excellent examples of
coastal wetlands. In addition, the wetlands and the creek area are an aesthetic asset to the Town
Harbor commercial area.
The Duck Pond -- The Duck Pond is the extreme upper end of Raccoon Creek located
' between Main and Neuse Streets. Much local interest has been expressed in keeping the pond
in its natural unimproved state.
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Town Dock -- The Town Dock is a fixed pier (57'4" long) which is located at the head
of the Town Harbor, connected to the bulkhead along Hodges Street. Presently, this provides
the only town -owned boat -to -shoreline access facility. The dock serves as a transient docking
' facility. Dockage is free and is limited to 48 hours.
' The Town Beach - The Town Beach is a small privately owned shoreline area located
' on Neuse Drive. The only improvement is a bench. Currently the owner allows the public free
access to the property.
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Eleven Potential Shoreline Access Areas/Sites -- The town has identified 11 potential
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shoreline access sites. These are dispersed along the town's shoreline including the Town
Harbor, Neuse River, Smith Creek, and Camp Creek. The following provides a summary
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description of the sites:
Town Beach: This site, shown as Site 1 on Map 2, provides pedestrian
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and visual access to the Neuse River. This is an open water (non -protected) site.
There are no docking facilities.
Lou Mac Park: This site, shown as Site 2 on Map 2, does not provide
boating or direct pedestrian access to the water. The facility affords excellent
visual access to the Neuse River. No docking facilities are provided.
Unpaved Street Rights
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12) on Map 2 consist of street rights -of -way which extend to the shoreline but are
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not currently open to the shoreline. Sites 3 through 5 are located in a single-
family residential area between South Avenue and the Neuse River shoreline. All
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of these rights -of -way (2 through 5) are abutted on each side by single-family
residences. These rights -of -way provide only visual access to the Neuse River
shoreline. Access Site 6 consists of the unopened right-of-way for the south end
of South Avenue. The ownership of this right-of-way has been questioned by
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adjacent property owners. However, town ownership of the property has been
confirmed by the town's attorney and upheld by the State Attorney General's
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Office. This site provides only visual access to the Town Harbor. In addition,
the abutting water area is cluttered and there are numerous boating obstacles such
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Site 7 is the existing Town Dock which is located adjacent to Hodges
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Street at the head of the Town Harbor. This site has been previously discussed.
Site 8 is the unopened southern end of the South Water Street right -of-
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way. This right-of-way provides visual access to the Town Harbor and Neuse
River shoreline. The existing shoreline area is stabilized with large pieces of
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broken concrete. The water depth reaches 3 feet approximately 15 feet from the
existing shoreline.
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The preparation of this map was financed in
part through a grant provided by the North
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DINGHY DOCK
POTENTIAL SHORELINE ACCESS SITES
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Site 9 is the unopened southern end of Midyett Street. The open portion
of Midyett Street provides access to the North Carolina Wildlife Boat Ramp. The
unopened portion of Midyett Street, which is 40 feet wide, is adjacent to and
parallels the southeastern side of the boat ramp property.
Site 11 is the unopened western end of the Hodges Street right-of-way.
The site provides visual access to Smith Creek. While the site is adjacent to
sheltered water, Smith Creek is fairly narrow with the potential for congestion.
The final unopened right-of-way, Site 12, is the western end of Church
Street. This site provides visual access to Camp Creek. Camp Creek provides
sheltered water, but the creek is very narrow. Boat congestion would be a
problem.
Both sites 11 and 12 are located in single-family residential areas.
North Carolina Wildlife Boat Ramp: Site 10 on Map 2 is the North
Carolina Wildlife Boat Ramp. The facility provides an unmarked soil parking
area and two boat ramps. There is a wooden bulkhead along the shoreline.
There is no decorative landscaping at the site. At the time of preparation of this
plan, the North Carolina Wildlife Commission planned to construct a fixed dock
parallel to the bulkhead on the east side of the boat ramps. This will give boats
a place to dock while loading/unloading or waiting for ramp space.
The Old Store -- The Old Store is a combination cultural center, tourist attraction, and
' antique shop. Located on South Water Street, the store is an important part of the Oriental
harbor area. Since the early 1900s, the store has occupied the Oriental waterfront. It now
contains a wide array of old kitchen appliances, books, clothing, rugs, furniture, etc. (see Map
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' The Old Depot -- The Old Depot is a highly visible part of the picturesque Oriental
shoreline. Until 1907, a rail line operated from Oriental to Elizabeth City, terminating at the
' Oriental shoreline to connect with steamboats serving the area. In 1970, the Norfolk Southern
Railroad replaced the steamer service and the need for the Oriental rail line ceased. The Old
' Depot, in private ownership, has continued to occupy the waterfront (see Map 1, Site 13).

While the harbor/shoreline retail and motel facilities provide valuable services to transient
and local boaters, residents, and tourists, they are not individually discussed (with the exception
of the Old Store). These retail and service facilities offer much to the Oriental waterfront and
should be considered important assets to the development of a comprehensive waterfront plan.
C. PROJECT OBJECTIVES
At the outset of this project, the Town of Oriental established an ad hoc committee to guide the
development of the comprehensive waterfront development plan. The committee was composed
of the following members:
Henry Frazer, Chairman, Planning Board
Bob Loftin, Planning Board
George Schenck, Planning Board
William Crowe,* Town Administrator
Alice T. DeBaun, Board of Commissioners
On May 21, 1996, the committee met at the Oriental Municipal Building to discuss the
identification of project objectives. The following objectives (not prioritized) were endorsed by
the committee:
• Easy pedestrian access to shoreline/water from CBD.
• Limit congestion in Raccoon Creek.
• Provide protected water for dinghy operation.
• Maintain Oriental aesthetic appeal.
• Provide access to public restroom facilities.
• Accommodate comprehensive planning/improvement of the Oriental shoreline.
• Provide easy access to mooring field area.
• Minimize adverse effects on adjacent properties.
• Improve pedestrian/visual access to Upper Raccoon Creek. This should be
considered as part of comprehensive planning.
• Increase waterfront picnic/park facilities.
• Establish mooring facilities in the Town Harbor and possibly between bridge and
Dewey Point.
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The development of a comprehensive shoreline development plan shall respond to these
objectives. Establishment of a youth sailing facility was not identified as a project objective
because it would not be fundable through the CAMA Coastal and Estuarine Water Beach Access
Program. In addition, there is not a suitable site located along the Oriental shoreline between
Smith Creek and the Town Beach. Establishment of a sailing center/facility would require
construction of on -shore boat storage and instructional facilities.
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D. RECOMMENDATION FOR DINGHY DOCK LOCATION
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It is emphasized that the most important aspect of this comprehensive plan is not necessarily the
location of a dinghy dock. However, the location of the dock will impact other considerations
such as property acquisition, location of public restrooms, and anchoring or mooring field
locations.
Potential sites not providing some measure of protected water were dropped from consideration.
Thus, all potential sites along the Neuse River shoreline were eliminated. In addition, many of
these sites, including the unopened right-of-way ends for Neuse, King, Wall, Church and
Hodges Streets are surrounded by residential properties. The opening of these rights -of -way to
pedestrian traffic would be potentially damaging to the quiet residential atmosphere found along
these streets. In addition, the Church and Hodges Streets sites are too isolated from the Town
Harbor to be effective and are adjacent to water bodies having limited navigable area.
Five sites were considered to have potential for the construction of a dinghy dock. These
include: Town Boat Dock, Hodges Street bulkhead, South Avenue right-of-way, South Water
Street right-of-way, and the North Carolina Wildlife boat ramp. These sites were rated on a
scale of 1 through 5 (5 best, 1 least desirable). The following considerations were rated: Town
Harbor commercial area access, Raccoon Creek congestion, protected water, improve aesthetic
appeal of the shoreline, public restroom access, accommodate comprehensive planning,
anchorage area access, and minimize adverse effects on adjacent properties. When. a tie
occurred, the sites involved had scores combined and averaged (for example, for two sites tied
for first, scores of five and four were averaged, and both sites scored 4.5).
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In addition, Raccoon Creek congestion was a major concern. When possible, dinghy traffic I
should be separated from both recreational and commercial large vessels in congested areas.
Therefore, this factor was weighted by a multiplier of two. Table 1 provides a ranking of the ,
potential dinghy dock sites. Based on the ranking, the preferred site is the South Water Street
right-of-way site. '
The South Water Street site has been given a preliminary assessment by a Division of Coastal
Management CAMA permit officer. While final plans will be required, this assessment
indicated that a bulkhead can be constructed to provide access to a dinghy dock. The water '
depth along the shoreline is shallow. At the end of South Water Street, right-of-way is
approximately 3 feet at a distance of 15 feet from the water's edge. This shallow depth should ,
aid in limiting dock access to small boats.
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TABLE 1
RANKING OF POTENTIAL
TOWN OF ORIENTAL
DINGHY DOCK SITES
OBJECTIVES
MINIMIZE
COMMERCIAL
IMPROVE
ADVERSE
AREA
RACCOON
AESTHETIC
PUBLIC
ACCOMMODATE
ANCHORAGE
EFFECTS
PEDESTRIAN
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APPEAL
RESTROOM
COMPREHENSIVE
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ADJACENT
SITE
ACCESS
CONGESTION'
WATER
SHORELINE
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PLANNING
ACCESS
PROPERTY
TOWN BOAT
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TOWN BOAT DOCK
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NC WILDLIFE BOAT RAMP
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E. COMPREHENSIVE SHORELINE DEVELOPMENT PLAN
1. Introduction
The Oriental Shoreline Development Plan cannot be one dimensional if it is to effectively
serve Oriental's needs. Attention must be paid to all of the shoreline from the North Carolina
Wildlife Boat Ramp on Smith Creek to the Town Beach on the Neuse River. Between these two
"anchor" points, the town's assets should be integrated into one shoreline access system. The
objectives cited earlier should be addressed.
The components of the plan should include the following:
-- Shoreline pedestrian trail
-- Landscaping
-- Ornamental street lighting
-- Pedestrian shoreline access
-- Picnic facilities
-- Access to the Upper Raccoon Creek coastal wetlands
-- Provision of public restroom facilities
-- Provision of a dinghy dock
-- Visual enhancement of the North Carolina Wildlife Boat Ramp
-- Designation of a recommended anchorage area(s)
2. Shoreline Pedestrian Trail
The common link in the development of a comprehensive shoreline access plan will be
a marked pedestrian trail extending along or near the shoreline from the North Carolina Wildlife
Boat Ramp to the Town Beach. The proposed pedestrian trail would extend from the boat ramp
northwest along the Midyett Street right-of-way, southeast along a closed portion of the West
Water Street right-of-way, south along the North Carolina Department of Transportation
Secondary Road 1309/Broad Street right-of-way, crossing underneath the Smith Creek Bridge,
continuing northeast along the Secondary Road 1309/Broad Street right-of-way, southeast along
the West Water Street right-of-way, northeast along the South Water Street right-of-way, east
along the Hodges Street right-of-way, south along the Wall Street right-of-way, northeast along
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' the South Avenue right-of-way, north along the Vandemere Street right-of-way, and northeast
along the Neuse Drive right-of-way to the Town Beach.
Where there are' no sidewalks, the trail will be marked along the street pavement edge.
' The portion of the trail extending along both the east and west sides of the Broad Street right-of-
way will be an improved gravel or soil trail. The North Carolina Department of Transportation
(DOT) will require details plans and specifications prior to approval of any request to construct
a pedestrian access trail on DOT right-of-way. However, preliminary discussion with the New
' Bern DOT office indicated that it may be possible to secure approval.
IThe pedestrian trail should:
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-- Be well marked with directional signage;
Be lighted;
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-- Be landscaped with decorative vegetation;
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-- Provide access to all of Oriental's access points and shoreline area assets;
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-- Provide access to public restroom facilities.
The proposed pedestrian trail is depicted on Map 3, Comprehensive Shoreline Access
Plan. Recommended plantings are provided in Appendix A.
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1. N.C. Wildlife Boat Ramp/
Landscaping Improvemen s
2. Pedestrian Trail/N.C. Wildlife
Boat Ramp to Town Beach
3. Dinghy Dock
4. Upper Raccoon Creek Coastal Wetlands/
Estuarine Waters Observation Deck
5. Duck Pond
6. Town Boat Dock
7. Town Commercial Area
8. Neuse River/Town Harbor Visual Access Points*
9. Lou Mac Park/Facilities Improvements
10. Fishing Pier (Private)
11. Town Beach/Visual and Pedestrian Access
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COMPREHENSIVE SHORELINE ACCESS PLAN
TOWN OF ORIENTAL
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3. North Carolina Wildlife Boat Ramn
The North Carolina Wildlife Boat Ramp will serve as the western "anchor" for the
shoreline development plan (see Map 3, Site 1). The boat ramp will continue to function as it
is presently designed. Its sole function will be boat access. The North Carolina Wildlife
Commission will not agree to the construction of picnic facilities, shelters, or other structures
which may limit vehicular maneuverability and parking space.. However, the commission may
agree to some decorative vegetation around the peripheral areas of the site if maintenance is
provided by the Town of Oriental. As an extension of the boat ramp, the town may consider
installing landscaping and picnic facilities on the unopened portion of the Midyett Street right-of-
way. This should be closely coordinated with the North Carolina Wildlife Commission.
Recommended plantings are provided in Appendix A.
4. Dinghy Dock
In order to improve shoreline access, a dedicated dinghy dock is required. As discussed
earlier, the recommended dinghy dock site location is the unopened South Water Street right-of-
way end (see Map 3, Site 3). In addition, this site is also the recommended location for the
construction of public restroom facilities. It would be preferable to have restroom facilities
available in the center of the Commercial area. However, a site is not available without
potential land condemnation. The dinghy dock site is the closest site to the center of the
commercial area (275 ± linear feet) which can be developed for restroom facilities. This site
will also directly serve boating traffic. In addition, the dinghy dock site is served by town water
and sewer. Drawing 1 details the proposed dinghy dock/restroom facilities site plan. In
addition, Drawing 2 provides a general restroom floor plan. The final architectural style should
be compatible with other structures located along the Oriental shoreline. The dinghy dock
development proposal includes:
-- Street lamp installation (see Appendix A for recommended detail).
-- Paved brick plaza (basketweave pattern) adjacent to South Water Street.
-- Bulkhead across right-of-way end.
-- Dinghy dock pier with T-head and with guardrail (15 feet long).
-- Decorative trash receptacles.
-- Plant vegetation screen along east side of South Water Street right-of-way.
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An excellent example of estuarine/public trust waters and coastal wetlands exists on
Upper Raccoon Creek (see Site 4 on Map 3). This area provides both a natural and aesthetic
' asset for the town's Town Harbor/Commercial Area. Public access to coastal wetland areas,
especially in Oriental, is limited. It is recommended that a small observation deck, connecting
' to a wooden walkway adjacent to Hodges Street be constructed along the edge of the coastal
wetlands on the west side of Upper Raccoon Creek. Prior to construction, CAMA permits must
' be obtained. This observation deck should parallel and not extend over any coastal wetlands.
This improvement is detailed on Drawing 3, Town Dock Access Area. The Raccoon Creek
observation deck and the connecting boardwalk which parallels the north side of Hodges Street
will be connected to the Town Dock via a raised (hump) brick paved crosswalk. This will
' visually/physically tie the two access points together and slow traffic to facilitate pedestrian
crossing of Hodges Street.
6. Duck Pond
' The portion of Upper Raccoon Creek north of Main Street is referred to locally as the
Duck Pond. Strong support has been expressed for keeping this area in its current undeveloped
' state. Signage should be provided along the pedestrian trail which describes the Duck Pond and
its history. However, the area should remain a passive recreational area which provides a visual
' asset (see Map 3, Site 5).
' 7. Town Commercial Area
The existing town Commercial Area should be preserved. However, planting/landscaping
' should be undertaken to enhance the area and soften the streetscapes. This is especially needed
' along Hodges Street at the head of the Town Harbor. It is recommended that sections of the
wooden rail along the Hodges Street bulkhead be removed and replaced with wooden planting
' boxes (see Drawing 3). This will soften the streetscape and provide an opportunity for
decorative planting. Recommended plantings are provided in Appendix A.
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In addition to the landscaping, ornamental street lighting should be installed in the
Commercial Area along South Water Street, Hodges Street, and Wall Street. The recommended
lamp post design is provided in Appendix B.
8. Neuse River/Town Harbor Visual Access Points
The sites shown as ##8 on Map 3 are unopened street right-of-way ends. These sites are
not needed to provide pedestrian or boating access. Each site is located between adjacent
residential properties. It is recommended that these unopened rights -of -way be retained as town
property. However, it is not recommended that those sites be opened or improved. The
opening of these sites to encourage pedestrian access would be disruptive to the adjacent
residential areas and potentially disruptive to the quiet residential area located along South
Avenue. The sites should remain as visual access sites for the Neuse River shoreline and be
enhanced with decorative plantings. The town may consider clearing some of the South Avenue
right-of-way and installing park benches to improve visual access and observation of the Town
Harbor. Recommended plantings are provided in Appendix A.
9. Lou Mac Park
Lou Mac Park will continue to function as an important shoreline access site. However,
facility improvements should be installed. Drawing 4 depicts the proposed Lou Mac Park
improvements. Specifically, these improvements include:
-- Wooden gazebo (see Appendix B)
-- New park benches (see Appendix B)
-- Picnic tables
-- New street and park lighting (see Appendix B)
-- Widened and improved walkway along the park portion of the riverfront
bulkhead.
-- Installation of benches along the bulkhead (same type/construction as that
which exists along South Avenue).
-- Decorative trash receptacles.
Decorative plantings should be added to the park. Recommended plantings are provided
in Appendix A.
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Private Dock
Commercial Dock
Raccoon Creek
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the Town Beach if a usage agreement can be reached with the owner of the property.
' 10. Fishing Pier
The fishing pier, located on South Avenue, is privately owned by the Neuse River Motel
' and Coffee Shop (Map 3, Site 10). It provides shallow water fishing opportunities for customers
of the Neuse River Motel and Coffee Shop.
11. Town Beach
' The Town Beach is a privately owned shoreline access site (Map 3, Site 11). The owner
has allowed public access. However, it is recommended that the town consider acquiring control
' of the property through either a lease or fee simple acquisition. Any acquisition should be
through "friendly" negotiation. Acquisition through condemnation is not recommended. As
' recommended in the Lou Mac Park discussion, the existing Lou Mac Park benches should be
moved to the Town Beach when the Lou Mac Park facilities are upgraded. If the town does not
' obtain control of the property, location of the benches on the property would require a usage
agreement.
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12. Recommended Anchorage Areas
' The Town of Oriental considered the establishment of a mooring field(s) as part of the
development of this plan. However, the North Carolina Division of Coastal Management and
tthe Coastal Resources Commission was in the process of developing standards for development
' of mooring fields. A step in the approval of a mooring field is a water use plan, and the state
does not have an adopted standard for a water use plan. Because of the uncertainties
' surrounding approval and development of mooring fields, as well as the issue of continuing
liabilities, the town decided to only identify recommended anchorage areas. These are
' delineated on Map 3 as areas 12 and 13.
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13. Project Cost Summary
The following provides a cost estimate for the major improvements proposed by the
Comprehensive Shoreline Access and Development Plan:
Quantity
Item
Description
Unit Cost
Total Cost
TOWN DOCK IMPROVEMENTS
330 SF
Pier
6' wide with guardrail
$22.00
$ 7,260.00
360 SF
Boardwalk
3' wide with guardrail
$12.00
$ 4,320.00
80 SF
Concrete Header
6" deep for crosswalk
$2.00
$ 160.00
240 SF
Brick Pavers
Sand setting bed for crosswalk
$6.35
$ 1,525.00
8
7501
28" square pyramid planter
$585.00
$ 4,680.00
3
HIII-22
22-gal. trash receptacles
$375.00
$ 1,125.00
1
Job
Demolition of fence sections
LS
$ 800.00
10
4512-T .
12' aluminum light poles, with
A840/508 Acorn luminaries
$725.00
$ 7,250.00
w/100W M.V.
Subtotal
SOUTH WATER STREET ACCESS IMPROVEMENTS
240 SF
Non -floating dock
6' wide with T-end
65 LF
Bulkhead
Height to be determined
65 LF
Guardrail
Positioned along bulkhead
300 SF
Concrete sidewalk
3' wide, 4" thick (match
existing width)
840 SF
Brick pavers
Sand setting bed for plaza
1
4503
6' Windemere bench
1
HIII-22
22-gal. trash receptacle
1
Job
Restroom facility
4
230-B
28" aluminum bollard
2
4508-T
8' aluminum light pole (Verde
Green); A840/508 Acorn -style
luminarys w/100W Mercury
Vapor light source
Subtotal
$27,120.00
$22.00 $ 5,280.00
$90.00 $ 5,850.00
$12.00 $ 780.00
$2.00 $ 600.00
$6.35
$ 5,334.00
$675.00
$ 675.00
$375.00
$ 375.00
$600.00/SF
$15,360.00
$165.00
$ 660.00
$725.00
$ 1,450.00
$36,364.00 '
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Quantity
Item
Description
Unit Cost
Total Cost
LOU MAC PARK IMPROVEMENTS
165 SF
Concrete sidewalk
4" thick
$2.00
$ 330.00
1,050 SF
Boardwalk
6' wide with guardrail
$2.00
$ 2,100.00
50 SF
Boardwalk
5' wide
$10.00
$ 500.00
2
4503
6' Windemere bench
$675.00
$ 1,350.00
2
6400
Glenham tree seat (halves)
$3,375.00
$ 6,750.00
3
HIII-22
22-gal. trash receptacles
$375.00
$ 1,125.00
1
AK-15B
15' Queen Anne gazebo
$10,000.00
$10,000.00
1
BPT1-2
Butler picnic table
$860.00
$ 860.00
8
4508-T
8' aluminum light pole (Verde
green); A840/508 Acorn -style
$725.00
$ 5,800.00
luminary w/100W Mercury
Vapor light source
1
Job
Removal of existing light poles
LS
$ 100.00
1
Job
Removal of planks atop
LS
$ 175.00
bulkhead
Subtotal $ 29,090.00
TOTAL $ 92,574.00
10 % Contingency $ 9,257.40
TOTAL ESTIMATED COST $101,831.40
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F. HISTORIC DISTRICT DESIGNATION
The Town of Oriental does not have a designated historic district. However, there appear to be
areas of the town, especially some residential properties, which may warrant historic district
designation. Establishment of a historic district area(s) would not directly affect comprehensive
shoreline development but would support Oriental's overall tourist appeal. The shoreline
pedestrian trail could be extended away from the shoreline to connect with designated historic
district area(s). In addition to enhancing Oriental's tourist appeal, historic district designation
would offer some advantages to properties located within the district.
The National Register of Historic Places is the nation's official list of buildings, structures,
objects, sites, and districts worthy of preservation for their significance in American history,
architecture, archaeology, and culture. The National Register was established by the National
Historic Preservation Act of 1966. The purpose of the Act is to ensure that as a matter of public
policy, properties significant in national, state, and local history are considered in the planning
of federal undertakings, and to encourage historic preservation initiatives by state and local
governments and the private sector. A district may not be listed in the National Register over
the objection of a majority of the owners of private property within the proposed district.
The listing of a property in the National Register places no obligation or restriction on a private
owner using private resources to maintain or alter the property. Over the years, various federal
incentives have been introduced to assist private preservation initiatives. A private owner of a
National Register property becomes obligated to follow federal preservation standards only if
federal funding or licensing is used in work on the property, or if the owner seeks and receives
a special benefit that derives from National Register designation, such as a grant or a tax credit
described below.
National Register listings should not be confused with local historic property and historic district
designations. These designations are made by a local governing board on the recommendation
of a local historic preservation commission. This program of local designations is an option
available to local governments under North Carolina enabling legislation (G.S. 160A-400).
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Properties and districts listed in the National Register sometimes also receive local designation
in jurisdictions where local preservation commissions have been established according to the
state enabling legislation, but there is no direct correlation between National Register listing and
local designation.
All properties and districts listed in or eligible for listing in the National Register are considered
in the planning of federal undertakings such as highway construction and Community
Development Block Grant projects. "Federal undertakings" also include activities sponsored by
state or local governments or private entities if they are licensed or partially funded by the
federal government. "Federal undertakings" do not include loans made by banks insured by the
FDIC or federal farm subsidies.
National Register listing does not provide absolute protection from federal actions that may affect
the property. It means that if a federal undertaking is in conflict with the preservation of a
National Register property, the North Carolina Historic Preservation Office will negotiate with
the responsible federal agency in an effort to eliminate or minimize the effect on the historic
property. This review procedure applies to properties that are determined eligible for the
National Register in the day-to-day environmental review process as well as those actually listed
in the National Register.
Similarly, North Carolina law (G.S. 121-12a) provides for consideration of National Register
properties in undertakings funded or licensed by the state. Where a state undertaking is in
conflict with the preservation of a National Register property, the North Carolina Historical
Commission is given the opportunity to review the case and make recommendations to the state
agency responsible for the undertaking. The commission's recommendations to the state agency
are advisory.
There are several incentives for the preservation of National Register properties. These include
the following:
Tax Benefits. Under the Tax Reform Act of 1986, a privately owned building that is
listed in the National Register or is a contributing building in a National Register historic
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district may be eligible for a 20 percent federal income investment tax credit claimed
against the costs of a qualified rehabilitation of the building. These credits apply only
to income -producing, depreciable properties, including residential rental properties. The
credits do not apply to owner -occupied residential properties. The cost of the
rehabilitation must equal or exceed the adjusted basis of the building (original cost minus
land value, minus previous depreciation, plus previous capital improvements). Plans for
the rehabilitation are reviewed by the North Carolina Historic Preservation Office and
the National Park Service, and work on the building must meet federal rehabilitation
standards. For more information and applications, contact the Tax Act Coordinator at
919/733-6547.
The Tax Treatment Extension Act of 1980 provides federal tax deductions for charitable
contributions of partial interests (easements) in historically significant properties for
conservation purposes. Interested individuals should consult legal counsel or the local
Internal Revenue Service office for assistance in determining the tax consequences of the
provisions of this act.
Grants and Loans. A limited program of matching grants for the rehabilitation of
National Register properties, including those that are privately owned, was authorized
by the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, but has not been funded to a
significant degree since the early 1980s. A loan program authorized by the Act has
never been funded. Similarly, there are no state grant or loan programs specifically
tailored for the preservation of National Register properties.
Districts that may be eligible for the National Register are usually brought to the
attention of the Historic Preservation Office (HPO) staff and the State Professional
Review Committee (SPRC) either (1) through a county or community survey of historic
properties co -sponsored by the HPO and a local government or organization; (2) by
interested individuals who provide preliminary information about properties to the HPO
staff; or (3) through historic property surveys conducted as part of the environmental
review process.
To pursue designation of a historic preservation district in Oriental, the town should apply to the
Division of Archives and History for a grant to aid in the survey of properties to be included
within the district. There is normally an annual application deadline. Such funds are available
on a 50150 matching grant basis. A historic properties survey for Oriental should cost
approximately $6,000.00, depending upon the area to be surveyed. The consultant's survey
should result in the preparation of a National Register nomination.
This nomination is a scholarly and authoritative document that thoroughly describes and
evaluates the district's setting and physical characteristics, documents its history, assesses its
significance in terms of its historic context, and demonstrates how it specifically meets National
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' Register criteria for evaluation. It is supported by professional quality black and whit
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' photographs, maps delineating the property's boundaries, and other materials and information.
The nomination must be prepared according to federal and state guidelines.
IThe nomination is reviewed b members of the State Professional
Y Review Committee at one of
' the regular quarterly meetings. If the SPRC recommends that the nomination be submitted to
the National Register, it is signed by the State Historic Preservation Officer and forwarded to
' the Keeper of the National Register. At the National Register office, the nomination is reviewed
and the decision to list or not list is made within not less than 15 and not more than 45 days of
receipt.
' In addition to National Register nomination, the Town of Oriental may consider establishing a
Historic District Commission and local historic district which should coincide with the area
' nominated for the National Register. The historic district regulations should be incorporated into
the town's zoning ordinance, which is allowed by Chapter 150A, Article 19, Part 313, Sections
' 150A-399.1 to 399.13. Historic district zoning would afford the town control over new
construction and renovation of structures located within the historic district. Normally, all
' building changes over a defined dollar amount would require a certificate of appropriateness
(approval) from the historic district commission. The control would ensure preservation of the
architecture located within the CBD.
G. FUNDING SOURCES
Funding for shoreline development projects, including shoreline access beautification and
restroom facilities, is increasingly difficult to secure. Government resources have steadily
' dwindled during the '90s. Federal funding of extensive municipal projects no longer exists.
Development efforts are forced to increasingly look at local government and private resources
as the primary sources of funding. This section will discuss the funding resources available to
Oriental for comprehensive shoreline development. In order to implement a comprehensive
shoreline development plan, the town should pursue both shoreline access and non -shoreline
' access funding. Potential sources of these funds are discussed separately.
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1. Potential State and Federal Shoreline Access Funds
The number of state and federal agencies funding public access projects changes from
year to year, and so to a certain extend town officials will need to keep abreast of these changes
through regular contact with these agencies. In general, however, it is a well -recognized fact
among state and federal elected officials and employees that the demand for access to our coastal
shorelines continues to increase and that local governments are looking to other agencies to assist
in bearing the cost of providing suitable facilities.
Those agencies that provide assistance in the construction and/or acquisition of public
access projects include the Coastal and Estuarine Water Beach Access Program, Land and Water
Conservation Fund, Civil Works Program, Marine Resources Commission Fishing Access
Program, Wildlife Resources Commission Boat Ramp Program, and Department of
Transportation Secondary Road Program.
a. Coastal and Estuarine Water Beach Access Program
The Coastal and Estuarine Water Beach Access Program is administered by the Division
of Coastal Management in the Department of Environment, Health and Natural
Resources. The program makes funds available to local governments on a matching basis
for land acquisition and public access facility development. Some examples include the
construction of parking areas, restroom facilities, and handicapped accessible accessways.
Grant packages are normally available in March of each year. In recent years, grants
have averaged from approximately $38,000 to $48,000. The local government
contribution must be at least 25 % of the total cost.
Contact: Ms. Kathy Vinson
Division of Coastal Management
NC Dept. of Environment, Health and Natural Resources
Post Office Box 769
Morehead City, NC 28557
Phone: [phone]
b. Land and Water Conservation Fund (Parks & Recreation Trust Fund)
The Land and Water Conservation Fund is administered for the U.S. Department of
Interior through the N.C. Department of Environment, Health and Natural Resources,
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Division of Parks and Recreation. This program makes funds available to local
governments on a matching basis for land acquisition and recreation facility
improvements. This program has provided numerous grants over the past years, but the
amount of funds available is limited and thus grant applications are very competitive.
Grants have normally ranged from $35,000 to $75,000.
Contact: Division of Parks & Recreation
NC Dept. of Environment, Health and Natural Resources
127 Cardinal Drive Extension
Wilmington, NC 28405-3845
Phone: [phone]
C. Water Resources Development Grant Program
This program is administered by the Division of Water Resources in the Department of
Environment, Health and Natural Resources. The program makes funds available to
local governments on a matching basis for general and recreational navigation, flood
control, drainage, stream restoration, beach protection, recreation and aquatic weed
control. There are two funding cycles each year, with applications generally due by
January 1 and July 1. State funds are available for the non-federal share of the project
at the following participation level: navigation (80 %), recreational navigation (25
water management (66-2/3 %), stream restoration (66-2/3 %), beach protection (75
water based recreation (50%), and control (50%). Grants have averaged approximately
$32,000.
Contact: Mr. John Sutherland
Division of Water Resources
NC Dept. of Environment, Health and Natural Resources
P.O. Box 27687
Raleigh, NC 27611
Phone: [phone]
d. Fishing Access Program
The Marine Resources Commission has a Fishing Access Program for the purpose of
increasing land -based fishing opportunities. The program makes funds available to local
governments on a 25 % local/75 % reimbursed matching basis for facilities such as fishing
piers, bulkheads with cantilevers, capping jetties and catwalks on bridges. Funds are
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available for projects on coastal waters under the jurisdiction of the Division of Marine
Fisheries, but not for inland waters. Initial inquiry is made by means of a letter of
notification of intent to apply to the Division of Marine Fisheries. Grants have normally
ranged from $10,000 to $40,000.
Contact: Mr. Murray Wolf
Division of Marine Fisheries
Department of Administration
P.O. Box 769
Morehead City, NC 28557
Phone: [phone]
e. Boat Ramp Program
The Wildlife Resources Commission has a Boat Ramp Program and makes technical
assistance available to local governments for the purposes of constructing boat ramps on
either public property or on private property with at least a 20-year lease to the
Commission. The Wildlife Resources Commission will construct and maintain the ramp;
however, they have limited funds for constructing new ramps and are focusing efforts
on maintaining the launching areas they have previously constructed. In addition,
priority projects are scheduled in advance for a two-year period. Sites for possible
consideration should be brought to the attention of Charles R. Fullwood, Director of the
Wildlife Resources Commission.
Contact: Mr. Don Tobaben
Wildlife Resources Commission
NC Dept. of Environment, Health and Natural Resources
P.O. Box 27687
Raleigh, NC 27611
Phone: [phone]
f. Secondary Roads Program
The Department of Transportation's Secondary Road Program can be used for the
construction of public roads that would be added to the state's secondary road network.
One example of this type of project is the construction of a short access road to an
estuarine access site on the Newport River in Carteret County.
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Contact: Mr. Jack Murdoch
Department of Transportation, Secondary Road
1 S. Wilmington Street
Raleigh, NC 27611
Phone: [phone]
g. Other Programs
Other state programs for land acquisition include the Division of Coastal Management's
Estuarine Sanctuary Program and Natural Areas Acquisition Program. These programs
are generally funded, and projects must meet state and federal criteria and requirements.
Usually, Division of Coastal Management staff establish acquisition priorities; however,
local efforts can bring potential projects to the attention of the state. Examples of this
include both the Masonboro Island and the Permuda Island acquisition projects. In both
instances, local citizens' efforts helped to make state officials aware of the value of
protecting the properties in their natural state through public acquisition.
' 2. Potential Local Funding Sources
The local government has perhaps the heaviest financial burden with respect to providing
' public access. Not only must the local government pay for land acquisition and/or construction
(with or without grant assistance), but then it must also pay for the daily maintenance of the
' accessways and the long-term maintenance of the access facilities. Development of a youth
sailing center would most likely have to be funded with local and/or private funds.
Some of the potential funding sources available to the town include general fund
' revenues, general obligation bond revenues, impact fees, occupancy tax revenues, subdivision
regulation dedication requirements, parking fees, and volunteer efforts.
3. Potential Sources of Non -Shoreline Access Funding
a. North Carolina Department of Transportation
' Beautification projects are also funded by the DOT. The Intermodal Surface
Transportation Efficiency Act of 1991, which reauthorized federal aid for highways and
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public transit for fiscal years 1992 through 1997, provided funding for "transportation t
enhancements. " Enhancements include the following activities:
Scenic easements, scenic sites, scenic highway programs, landscaping and other
scenic beautification.
Preservation of abandoned railway corridors (including conversion and use for
pedestrian or bicycle trails).
Historic preservation; historic sites; historic highways program; rehabilitation and
operations of historic transportation buildings, structures or facilities (including
historic railroad facilities and canals).
Pedestrian and bicycle facilities.
Control and removal of outdoor advertising.
Archaeological planning and research.
Mitigation of water pollution due to highway runoff.
Enhancements in North Carolina are handled through the state's TIP process. The town
should contact the DOT and/or its DOT board member to discuss specific projects.
Contact: North Carolina Department of Transportation
1 S. Wilmington Street
Raleigh, NC 27611
Phone: [phone]
b. Division of Archives and History
The Division of Archives and History provides both planning assistance and specific
project funding. Grants are available on a 50150 matching basis to assist in the
delineation of historic districts. In addition, state grants of up to $100,000 are available
for the development and adaptive reuse of historically significant properties. Restoration
of the Depot (if held in public ownership) may be a candidate for these funds. The funds
are competitively awarded and do not require a match.
Contact: Division of Archives & History
109 E. Jones Street
Raleigh, NC 27611
Phone: [phone]
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C. Rural Tourism Development Grants
' Rural Tourism Development grants are available through the North Carolina Department
of Commerce. Funding varies from year to year depending upon the state budget
' allocation. In addition, specific program guidelines are subject to change annually. The
following provides a summary of the fiscal year 1994-95 program:
1 ram Description of the Program
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' The Rural Tourism Development Grant Program was created by the
North Carolina General Assembly to enhance economic growth through
tourism development in the rural areas of the state. The program for
fiscal year 1994-95 consisted of a $400,000 fund intended "... to
' encourage the development of new tourism projects and activities in rural
areas of the state. " For the purpose of this program, the Travel and
' Tourism Division has adopted the definition of "Rural" established by
North Carolina's Rural Economic Development Center, specifically those
1 counties having population densities of less than 200 persons per square
mile. This includes 85 North Carolina counties, but specifically does not
include Cumberland, Gaston, Davidson, New Hanover, Guilford,
' Buncombe, Alamance, Rowan, Cabarrus, Catawba, Forsyth,
Mecklenburg, Durham, Orange and Wake. Additional consideration is
' given to more economically distressed rural counties. Proposed projects
should be of a durable and lasting nature, visible in the community to
' inspire others to succeed, and capable of generating measurable,
verifiable, long-term economic growth through increased tourism.
2) Purpose
' The Rural Tourism Development Grant Program is designed to:
-- Encourage the initiation and implementation of creative new tourism -
related projects and activities having the capacity to enhance long-term
economic growth in North Carolina's rural areas through increased travel
' activity;
-- Encourage the implementation of cooperative regional tourism
' development projects and activities, not exclusive of efforts within
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individual communities or among communities within a given rural
county;
-- Provide funds through grants to destination marketing and non-profit
organizations for the development and recruitment of tourism businesses
and attractions;
-- Foster the development and growth of regional tourism marketing and
development organizations in rural areas of the state;
-- Leverage funds from non -state sources for tourism development
projects and activities.
3) Eligibility
Any statutorily empowered tourism marketing/development agency, or
legally chartered non-profit North Carolina organization in a designated
rural county that includes tourism marketing and/or development among
its major activities, may apply for funds under this program.
Documentation of legal status, tax exemption, and federal identification
number is required with application.
4) Maximum Grant Amount
No recipient or new tourism project received a total of more than
$25,000 of these grant funds for the 1994-95 fiscal year.
5) Matching Formulae
The matching formulae favors economic growth in the less affluent areas
of our state. Ranked on the basis of lowest per capita income, slowest
population growth, and highest unemployment, organizations in counties
1 through 20 will be required to provide one non -state dollar for every
four state dollars awarded. Those in counties 21-50 must provide one
non -state dollar for every three state dollars, and in counties 51-85, one
non -state dollar will be required for each dollar received from the state.
In fiscal year 1994-95, Pamlico County ranked 58.
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6) Appropriate Uses of Grant Funds
Appropriate projects for which grant funds might be used include:
— Research - marketing and other types of necessary research or studies
upon which to base a long-range, tourism -based economic development
plan;
-- Planning - needs assessment and implementation of a long-range,
tourism -based economic development plan;
-- Capital Projects - equipment purchase, renovation or construction of
facilities. Capital uses are only permitted in support of program
development, and expenditures for office equipment may not exceed 25 %
of the total grant awarded.
— Training - development and presentation of hospitality, management,
marketing and/or other types of tourism training programs to enhance
long-term economic growth by improving a community's competitive
position;
-- Technical Assistance/Contractual Services - services provided by
outside vendors under contract that will result in enhanced long-term
economic growth and the creation of new jobs
Contact: David Little
'
Department of Commerce
Division of Travel and Tourism
430 N. Salisbury Street
Raleigh, NC 27611
Phone: [phone]
1
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APPENDIX A
RECOMMENDED PLANTINGS

SuLygested Landscape Material
Botanical Name
Common Name
Height
Spread
Sun Reg.
H1,0 Reg.
Groundcovers—Evergreen
Juniperus conferta'Blue Pacific'
Blue Pacific Juniper
1-1.5'
4-6'
S/PS
LOW
Liriope muscam
Lily Turf (Monkey Grass)
1-1.5'
1-1.5'
PS/SH
MED
Ophiopogon japonicus
Mondo Grass
0.5-1'
N/A
S/PS/SH
MED
Low Shrubs —Evergreen
Ilex cornuta 'Rotunda'
Dwarf Horned Holly
2-3'
3-4'
S/PS
MED
Ilex vomitoria'Nana'
Dwarf Yaupon Holly
2-4'
3-5'
S/PS/SH
MED
Screen Plants —Evergreen
Myrica pensylvanica
Northern Bayberry
3-6'
3-8'
S/PS
MED/LOW
Ilex x'Nellie R. Stevens'
Nellie R. Stevens Holly
15-25'
10-15'
S/PS
MED
Ilex cornuta'Burfordi'
Burford Holly
8-15'
6-8'
S/PS
MED
Pittosporum tobira
Pittosporum
8-10'
6-9'
S
MED
Cortaderia selloana
Pampas Grass
Gelsemium sempervirens
Carolina Jessamine
VINE
N/A
S/PS/SH
MED
Shade Trees/Street Trees
Quercus nigra
Water Oak
50-75'
30-40'
S/PS
MEDMIGH
Quercus phellos
Willow Oak
60-80'
30-40'
S
HIGH
Acer rubrum
Red Maple
40-50'
25-35'
SIPS/SH
MEDMIGH
Flowering Trees/Street Trees
Prunus serrulata
Japanese Cherry
15-25'
15-20'
S/PS
MED
Lagerstroemia indica
Crape Myrtle
15-25'
5-15'
S
MEDMIGH
Seasonal Color —Annuals and Perennials
Hemerocallis hybrids
Hybrid Daylilies
Narcissus spp.
Daffodil Varieties
Tulips spp.
Tulip Varieties
Rudbeckia fulgida var.'Goldstrum'
Blackeye Susan
Papaver spp.
Poppy Varieties
Brassica spp.
Ornamental Kale/Cabbage
Viola spp.
Pansies
Spring/Summer
Early Spring
Spring
Summer/Fall
Spring/Summer
Fall
Fall/Winter
S= SUN
PS= PART SHADE
SH= SHADE

APPENDIX B
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FACILITIES RECOMMENDED FOR INSTALLATION

G18'508BD features our historic fitter, for our
5 fluted poles, integral H.I.D. ballast and
tough Lexan or Acrylic 18" globe with an alu-
minum neck. This fixture is usually welded to
the top of our posts or arms for maximum
safety. However, it can be supplied as a slip -fit
unit for concrete or wood poles, etc. Avail-
able with, as shown. Higher wattages require
larger globes.
Vapor 70,100 or 175 watts
B1030 Biwabik type fixture has a unique lan-
tern design providing a dramatic vertical im-
pact with a 16"x47" scale, all cast aluminum
construction, antique seeded acrylic lens and
a choice of glass refractors (Types V, III or II
with Alzac disc reflector or indirect cone
options.) This durable fixture also features a
hinged roof for easier relamping and access
to roof reflector and lens. See page 25 for
installation photos.
75,100,175 or 250 watts
A840/508 fea res an historic surface texture
glassware in high impact, tough
polycarbonate.The A840 globe scales 14"x24"
and 14"x34" with the fitter. Recommended
for lower wattages and post heights. Our larger
16"x28"A850/508 is on the front cover with
an SR solid roof. It is needed for higher watt-
ages and taller posts. Both units have integral
ballasts, optional retractors or louver optics
and slip -fit models for concrete or wood posts.
A840 A850
50, 75 or 100 watts 100,175 or 250 watts
High Pressure Sodium 70,100 or 150 watts 50, 70,100,150 or 250 watts 70 or 100 watts 70,100 or 250 watts
Metal Halide
r
70,100 or 175 watts 70,100,175 or 250 watts 70 or i 00 watts 100 or 175 watts
ON THE COVER:
(1) A850-SR features historic solid
HOW TO USE THIS CATALOG:
This catalog is a valuable resource that may be used two ways.
roof, reduced up -light and side glare,
As a catalog and as a creative inspiration. First, of course, it is a
see page 32.
catalog of quality fixtures and posts manufactured by Sternberg.
(2) 9623-TF has authentic colonial
We show these items as individual units, photos of the fixtures
design, antique seeded acrylic lens,
first and then drawings of the posts and bollards. Next, we show
etc., see pages 27 & 39.
typical combinations of post and fixture that are pleasing to the
(3) 8930 an impressive period roof
eye and also functionally workable.
design with our unique eight -sided
cage ct Verde Green, see page
Second, since the posts and fixtures may be combined in man
(4) x46" Victorian90 eesign,s on authentic
en
with rope design, Verde
ways, we show a sries of some of the actual installations that
have been completed usingSternbergunits. You can see how
Green"
Green and clear Lexan lens, see p.23.
(5) 9403-TF historic solid roof beauty
various fixtures and posts ave comined to complement a
P p
building, bridge, harbor or landscape while providing the nec-
with antique seeded acrylic lens, etc.,
essary illumination.
see page 24.
(6) 593 (open roo0 a unique and dra-
Please scan this catalog and become familiar with both the cata-
log and the installation photos. You will quickly be able to find
matic nostalgic design with antique
seeded acrylic lens, etc., see pages
the fixtures and posts you need and by following the specifica-
30 & 39.
tion system, order the product you want. On page 43 you'll find
a guide to the Sternberg Specification System. On pages 42, 43
and 44 we have included some Photometrics Data. On page 46
Lamp Selection and Bracket Selection Guides and on page 47
is an index.

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230•LB 3901-LB 4201-LB 4401-LB
28' 42' 42'" 42•
4401-DLB
47'"
Model
Number
i Shaft
Type
Shaft
O.D.
Wall
Thickness
Base
Dia.
Base
Height
Wall/Floor
Thickness
Candy
Cane
Overall Post Heights
Above Grade
230-LB
Fluted/Lighted
51/4"
.188/.250
71/2'
.250/.750
28'
3901-LB
Fluted/Lighted
51/4"
.188/.250
111/2'
.250/.750
42'
4201-LB
Fluted/Lighted
5'
.188
17'
.250/.750
42"
4401-LB
Fluted/Lighted
5"
.188
18'
.250/.875
42"
4401-DLB
Fluted/Lighted
5'
.188
18"
.250/.875
47—
1) All Bollards are available unlighted. Simply drop the LB designation after the model number.' *Height can vary —Spec. your need.
For example, 4201-LB is lighted and 4201 is not. Rings and chains can be specified.
18 2) For special quick release feature consult plant.
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450-FP
8' 12'
10' 14'
4500-T
4506-T 6' 4512-T 12'
4508-T 8' 4514-T 14'
4510-T 10'
4500-FP
4506-FP 6' 4512-FP 12'
4508-FP 8' '4514-FP 14'
4510-FP 10'
Model
%umber
Shah
Type
Shah
O.D.
Wall
Thickness
Base
Dia.
Base
Height
Wall/Floor
Thickness
Candy
Cane
Overall Post Heights
Above Grade
350-P
Straight
3'
.125
81/s"
2Y2'
.250/.625
N
8'
30-T
Tapered
4' to 3"
.125
10%,
3"
.250/.750
Y
8'-19-12'-14'
450-FP
Fluted
4'
.125
101/i'
3"
250/.750
Y
8'-10'-12'-14'
4500-T
Tapered
4" to 3"
.125
101/2'
29'
.250/.750
Y
6'-8'-10'-12'-14'
;500-FP
Fluted
4'
125
101/z'
29'
250/.750
Y1
6'-8'-10'-12'-14'
E
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II round litter receptaclekare: available: in either
a 22or 32gallorrsizeiand:feature-a1latlid and
a vinyl-coated:stainlesssteeLlanyard_Optional
lids are available- (see botrorn-photo). Planters -are
available in all styles:completawith-a galvanized -
steel liner with orwithoutdrairr. holes
HI-5 Harmon}rl astrurm $31S
ATF AtlantQash-urnr $315
P5 Pullman-ash•urm $315.
Litter receptacle lid options:.
G Flat —included
H Elevated ash dome --- add.$13S;
1 Dome —add $100
J Elevated dome —add $100
K Ash dome —add $135:
To order or for more informatiorr,, calCa =800: 284.8208i

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Eveshams and Chelmsford tables grace the terrace
of a beautiful historic stone house.
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Th Glenham tree seat co es in two halves which, after positioning around the tree, are held together with the discreet brass
'fittings atively, one semicircular section, which may be purchased separately, can be used as a feature against
a wall. The teak tree seat is shipped fully assembled.
1 Call 1-800-284-8325

5 ft. Windermere benches in the enclosed
courtyard of an urban university. afford
'students a quiet outdoor study area.
A series of 4 ft. Windermere benches in this small city park offer
pedestrians and shoppers a place to meet and rest. Windermere
complements a variety of settings by combining subtle design
with manageable size, creating a bench that will neither call
attention to itself nor go unnoticed.
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6 ft. Windermere
Berwick coffee table are
covered with snow and ice
after a storm. No need to take
teak furniture indoors for
the Winter; teak, (Tectona
grandis), is a durable
hardwood that performs
beautifully in any climate.
Exposed to snow, sun or the
sea, its high oil and rubber
content make it virtually
immune to rot. Teak
furnishings are investments
that improve with age and last
for decades.
WINDERMERE CUSHIONS*
4 k. Bench #ot
BERWICK
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Prompt delivery from our Maryland warehouse.
5 k. Bench
#02
COFFEE TABLE
#4819 23 Ibs. IZ
TEM7Furniture
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is shipped within 7 working days.
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6 ft. Bench
#03
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—36—
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Country Casual pays all freight curbside,
8 ft. Bench
#454
continental U.S.
Armchair
#05
'Specify: Forest Green or Oyster
Call 1-800-284-8325

Like the fine furnishings in an English
country house, the Queen Anne captures the
essence of the cabinetmaker's skill in a
timeless design.
Vixen Hill
A close inspection of the Queen
Anne fretwork provides instant
recognition of Vixen Hill quality
construction: fasteners otherwise
in view are counterbored and
plugged. You ll find no nails or
filler in a Vixen Hill Gazebo.
Thegraceful curves and coved
edges of the Queen Anne railing
complement nature's lines,
without distracting from the
natural environment.
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Town of Oriental Shoreline Access Study
Product List
Peggs Recreation & Architectural Products, Inc.
' P.O. Box 538
Mooresville, NC 28115
[phone] FAX [phone]
Keystone RidLe Designs
Picnic Table: Butler pedestal table w/ 2 benches
' Trash Receptacle: Harmony 11122 gallon
Country Casual
17317 Germantown Road
Germantown, MD 20874-2999
[phone] FAX [phone]
Country Casual
Decorative Bench: 6' Windemere Bench (Teak)
' Tree Bench: Glenham Tree Seat (Teak)
Wooden Planter: 28" square Pyramid Planter (Teak)
' Vixen Hill Manufacturing Company
Main Street
' Elverson, PA 19520
[phone] FAX [phone]
Vixen Hill Gazebo
Gazebo: 15' Queen Anne Gazebo
Sternberg Lanterns, Inc.
5801 N. Tripp Ave.
Chicago, IL 60646
'
[phone] FAX [phone]
Sternberg Ornamental Poles
and Vintage Lighting
Pedestrian Street Lamp:
8' Aluminum Light Pole (Verde Green)
Acorn -style Luminary w/100W Mercury
'
Decorative Street Lamp:
Vapor Light Source
12' Aluminum Light Pole (Verde Green)
Acorn -style Luminary w/ 10OW Mercury
Vapor Light Source
'
Decorative Bollard:
28" Aluminum Bollard (Verde Green)
Style to match light poles
BPT1-2
EM-22
#4503
#6400
#7501
AK-15B
4508-T
A840/508
4512-T
A840/509
230-B
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