Rossport Harbour Non-Profit Marina Inc.

“Anchored in Nature”

The Board of Directors of Rossport Harbour Non-Profit Marina Inc. (Rossport Marina) is pleased to provide an update on the Rossport Marina Renewal.

Some Background and Context For This Update

The Board of Directors has been working hard to strategize, plan for and execute on the initiative to launch a new marina in Rossport, Ontario.  The initiative has not been without it challenges including:

• • identifying an approach that is suitable for Rossport and the North Shore of Lake Superior,

  • considering various design options and facilities for the new marina,

  • identifying, and working with qualified and suitable consultants, equipment providers and contractors,

  • researching, understanding and considering the regulatory and environmental considerations that affect the new marina and the surrounding communities,

  • seeking funding grants from government agencies and other third party entities,

  • managing the disbursement process for the renewal projects while continuing to manage and account for the normal marina operations,

  • managing the marina renewal in a way that minimizes the impact on the community, the environment and users of the marina,

  • working and consulting with our first nations partner, Pays Plat First Nation, on matters related to the development and use of the new marina situated within their traditional territory, and

  • managing through escalating costs for what goes into the renewal of the marina.

The Board of Directors is focused on making decisions that:

• • will result in a new marina that is functional,

  • will create a marina that is physically and financially sustainable, and

  • use the funding grants and user fees in the most effective and responsible ways possible.

Progress Update

The Board of Directors has:

1. 1. Selected and awarded a contract to Northwest Petroleum Equipment Ltd. to remove the decommissioned fuel tanks, fuel lines and fueling stations.

   2. Selected and awarded a contract to JML Engineering to prepare design drawings for a new boat launch and boat launch dock as well as to oversee the tendering process for this project.

   3. Selected and awarded a contract to Englobe Corp. to conduct a geotechnical assessment of the lake bed,

   4. Selected and awarded a contract to IWP via Kropf Industrial Inc. to conduct a Wind/Wave study of the Rossport Harbour.

The marina renewal is now being approached in three major phases as follows:

• • Phase One: removal of the decommissioned fueling systems - work has been completed.

  • Phase Two: design and construction of the new boat launch and boat launch dock - design drawings have been completed, tendering for construction is underway.

  • Phase Three: design, cost estimation, tendering and construction/implementation of a new marina main dock, slips, equipment and facilities - information gathering and preliminary planning is underway.

The new marina main dock and slips will be based on one of the three following options:

• • a fixed dock and slip structure,

  • a floating (marina grade) dock with floating slips,

  • a “hybrid” structure - fixed dock with floating slips.

The engineering studies identified above that are being undertaken will factor into the design, cost estimation, grant applications, fundraising, tendering and construction/implementation of the new marina main dock and slips.  The geotechnical study will be one of the primary inputs to a fixed or hybrid solution and may also provide some insights for a floating dock/slip solution.  The Wind/Wave Study will also be a primary input into all three options that will be considered for the main dock and slips renewal.

How Can You Participate And Help Support This Important Imitative?

The Board of Directors needs your help and support to bring the Rossport Marina Renewal to reality.  You can help by:

• • becoming a Member of the Rossport Harbour Marina Non-Profit Marina Inc.

  • making a contribution to help fund the operating costs of the marina.

  • making a contribution to help fund the marina renewal.

  • providing your input for the design considerations that will go into the new main dock/slips.  While substantial work and thought has already gone into the design, please take this opportunity to provide your additional input by completing our survey.

  • using your social media platforms to create awareness within your circle of friends and family to encourage support and financial contributions.

The Board of Directors will be launching a major fundraising initiative to help raise funds for the marina renewal.  Stay tuned for details to be announced in the near future!

General Comments

While the Board of Directors and the Executive are working hard to bring this project to fruition, we need your help and support.

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