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Buildings and Property Committee Meeting Friday, May 5, 2006 |
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Presentation Re: Proposed Daphne Marina by Mr. Philip Speir Mr. Speir stated that the new marina committee consisted of Ms. Cathy Barnett, Ms. Marie Bush, Mr. Al Guarisco, Mr. Starke Irvine, and himself. The Committee has met on several occasions and thoroughly discussed possible locations for the proposed marina. Mr. Speir stated that the City of Daphne’s comprehensive plan states of the city “To be preferred residential waterfront community in south Alabama for families, retirees and businesses” and that the marina would be a good starting point toward the fulfillment of the plan. The purpose of the Marina, description, three (3) possible locations, and proposed cost estimates were presented. (See Attached) Mr. Dick Scott (
Mr. Stark Irvine stated that Bayfront Park Drive listed as Site 1 (North of Bel Air Dr.) is the only viable site in his opinion with the view of future development in mind. Mr. Irvine spoke about possible grant monies that could become available due to the nature of the property. Councilman Palumbo stated that he received a letter from Mr. Joseph Brown (See Attached) which in his opinion stated that the Ennis property which is proposed Site 3 could not be acquired for use. Motion by Councilman Palumbo and seconded by Mayor Small to have the City attorney look into the possibility of whether the Ennis property could be acquired. Motion Approved. Councilman Lake discussed the possibilities of working in conjunction with the Lake Forest Marina and would like to continue to look into those possibilities. Councilman Lake thanked Mr. Speir and the Marina Committee for their hard work researching the presented possibilities. |
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The following insert is particularly interesting. |
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City of Daphne/ Interest in a public marina complex for Daphne Talking Points May 5, 2006 A. Daphne does not currently have such a facility. B. A marina owned and operated by the City, or with operations contracted to a third party, can be profitable. Biloxi is one example. C. Shared public and private use of a waterway or harbor has many precedents, including Fly Creek in Fairhope, Biloxi, and Dog River in Mobile. D. A marina in a protected inlet is preferable to one constructed out into the bay. E. Any marina will require dredging and maintenance of an adequate channel. F. Any marina, regardless of location, will have to go through extensive permit processes prior to construction. G. A shared (compatible) use of water access would reduce cost and enhance participation. H. There are only a limited number of possible locations for a marina in Daphne. I. The west end of Village Point Preserve should not be considered as one of these options. It should remain a Park Preserve, as prescribed in the process of acquisition and funding. J. The property immediately in front and to the north of the Richard Scardamalia Pavilian is a one candidate due to public road access and adjacent facilities at 6200 Bayfront Drive. K. Enhancement and shared use of the 6.0 acres owned by the Lake Forest Property Owners Association and used by the private Lake Forest Yacht Club would be the logical choice, assuming satisfactory arrangements can be made. This should be explored immediately. Lake Forest Property Owners Association/Lake Forest Yacht Club Talking Points May 5, 2006
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