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Morin, Julie <julie_morin@fws.gov> Mon, Oct 26, 2015 at 12:20 PMTo: Kathy Justison <kathy.justison@illinois.gov>

Clarifying question Due on or before November 5th.

There are several references to a new fueling dock/system.  As I looked through the documents all references to abudget did not include a fuel docks/system.

Can you clarify if this project will include expenses for a fuel dock/system.

The only budget that had an itemized list of expenses was found at

1264­04 page 19 of 27.  

I couldn't find a more specific budget broken down by construction components or details needed as referencedfrom page 8 of 26 of the NOFA.  If there is a more complete budget, please identify which document it can befound in.  Thanks.

­­ Julie MorinFWS/WSFR5600 American Blvd WestBloomington, MN612­713­5156

Justison, Kathy <Kathy.Justison@illinois.gov> Mon, Oct 26, 2015 at 2:19 PMTo: "julie_morin@fws.gov" <julie_morin@fws.gov>

Jeremy’s response below.  Let me know if you need more information!

 

Thanks!

 

Kathy Justison

Grant Administrator

IL Dept. of Natural Resources

One Natural Resources Way

Springfield, IL  62702

Work:  217/782-3378

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From: Jeremy Fowler [mailto:jeremyf@heritageharborottawa.com] Sent: Monday, October 26, 2015 2:10 PMTo: Justison, KathySubject: RE: clarifying question for Heritage Harbor Proposal

 

Kathy,

 

We removed the fuel dock as part of the project, in order to free up more cash match, since we couldn’t usethe “in‐kind” that we had identified. I thought that we had scrubbed all mention of it from the proposal, butmaybe one got by us. It is not mentioned in the budget because it is not part of the final submission.(Although we will eventually build it on our own!)

 

P. Jeremy Fowler

Harbormaster

Heritage Harbor Ottawa

Resort Development, LLC.

1851 Old Chicago Road or 1988 N 2753rd Rd

Ottawa, Illinois 61350

815.433.5000 office

815.326.5853 direct

jeremyf@HeritageHarborOttawa.com

 

 

 

       

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From: Morin, Julie [mailto:julie_morin@fws.gov] Sent: Monday, October 26, 2015 12:20 PMTo: Justison, KathySubject: clarifying question for Heritage Harbor Proposal

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BOATING INFRASTRUCTURE GRANT PROGRAM (BIG)

GRANT APPLICATION

FFY15

Type of Application (check only one):

TIER ONE TIER TWO __X__ (Existing Facility Projects up to $50,000) (Projects over $50,000)

Application Deadline: September 18, 2015

1. Project Facility Name: _Heritage Harbor Ottawa Marina_

2. General Description of Applicant: Marina Resort Community in Ottawa,

IL___________________________________________

Name of Agency or Company: Heritage Harbor Ottawa Resort Development, LLC

Address: 1851 Old Chicago Rd. ________________________________________

Ottawa, IL 61350 ___________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________

County LaSalle____Township__33________________Section_8 & 17_____Range__4E_____

Phone: (815)434-5001 FAX: (815)433-8123 E-Mail: jeremyf@heritageharborottawa.com

Contact Person: _P. Jeremy Fowler / Thomas H. Heimsoth___________________________

Federal Employee Identification Number (FEIN) 13 - 4360999______________

Please list co-applicant below:

Contact Person Organization/Company Address

Jeff Heimsoth Quest Watersports 1851 Old Chicago Rd. Ottawa, IL 61350

______________________________________________________________________________

Please list Chief Officers of Agency or Company: Thomas H. Heimsoth President, Ottawa

Marina Management, Inc/Manager of Heritage Harbor Ottawa Resort Development,

LLC._________________________________________________________________________

3. Project Location: _1970 N. 2753rd

Rd, Ottawa, IL 61350____

4. Navigable Water Body: _Illinois River______________________

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5. Existing facilities at site (circle all that apply and note current number (if applicable):

Current Number

a. mooring buoys _____0___ ___ b. day-docks ____ _5___ ___ b. navigational aids ___ _0_______

c. seasonal slips _____130__ ___

d. safe harbors _____1_______

e. floating and fixed breakwaters _____2_______

f. dinghy docks _____0_______

g. restrooms 3 Male, 3 Female

h. retaining walls _____1_______

i. dockside utilities 124 (6 slips non-utility)- electric, water,

cable, wifi, slipside pumpout

j. bulkheads ______0_____

k. pumpout stations 1 Central System

l. recycling and trash receptacles 2 dumpsters, 5 intermediate locations

m. electric service 124 Slips (6 non-utility)

n. water supplies 124 (6 non-utility)

o. fuel 1 gas/1 diesel

p. food service Restaurant on-site, snacks & drinks in ship

store

6. Estimate the peak number of 26 foot or longer boats using water body on a daily basis (i.e.,

highest number in a year) within 20 miles of your facility, on same water body only

(reference source of information): _328, taken by Harbormaster’s count on 07/04/2015._

7. If known, distance to nearest transient boat facility: __In excess of twenty miles. _______

_____________________________________ ____________________________

8. List significant recreational, historic, cultural, natural, or scenic opportunities of local, regional, or national

significance that this project would provide access to: Ottawa, Illinois is a two river town sitting at the

confluence of the Illinois and Fox Rivers. The rivers are the root, basis and beginning of

everything historic and significant in the town. In the late 1600’s the French laid claim to the

area exploring a water connection for trade and transportation between the Great Lakes and the

Gulf of Mexico via the Illinois and Mississippi Rivers. Although the idea didn’t actually

materialize as a trade and transportation route until 1848 with the introduction of the Illinois and

Michigan Canal, the early settlers, nestled along the prominent water access were instrumental in

founding Ottawa not only as a river City, but as the seat for county government. Looking back

just to its incorporation in 1853, there is local, regional and national significance intertwined

with all that the City of Ottawa offers today. A stop in Ottawa offers its visitors the following

options:

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National Significance:

Abraham Lincoln/ Stephen Douglas Debate Site

The first Lincoln-Douglas senatorial debate was held in Ottawa's historic Washington Square on

August 21, 1858. Abraham Lincoln and Stephen A. Douglas stood in this beautiful park to

deliver the first of seven senatorial debates. It was estimated that 20,000 spectators gathered to

witness this famous debate. The site of the debate is marked by a boulder, plaque, and a fountain

topped with statues of the "Railsplitter" and "The Little Giant". Visitors can stroll the star-

shaped pathways of Washington Square today where flowers bloom, a fountain flows and the

two famous debaters are immortalized in bronze.

Boy Scouts of America & W.D. Boyce Memorial

William Dickson Boyce was a resident of Ottawa. He is remembered as the man who brought

scouting to America. William Boyce is honored with a scouting memorial at the corner of

Ottawa Avenue & Boyce Memorial Drive. Ottawa also hosts a small Scouting Museum on the

west side of town. Scouting memorabilia and mementoes of W.D. Boyce fill this museum.

Civil War Heritage One of the Civil War conflict's greatest generals, W.H.L. Wallace, made his home in Ottawa

before the war. Wallace's life story went beyond his military career; it was a love story.

Wallace’s young wife had crossed the battle lines from Illinois to be with her husband as he died

from the wounds received at the Battle of Shiloh. General Wallace is buried in Ottawa, his war

horse, Prince, is buried next to him.

Reddick Mansion Built before the Civil War, this ornate 22 room 50 foot tall Italianate mansion was constructed by

leading philanthropist and state senator William Reddick. He was known not only as a respected

businessman, County Sheriff, but also a philanthropist. With education being of utmost

importance to him, he was instrumental in the organization of free public schools in Ottawa.

Upon his death the mansion became property of the City of Ottawa to be used as a library. The

library served Ottawa for over 85 years until it moved to newer facilities. In 1974, the Reddick

Mansion Association was chartered as a non-profit corporation in charge of ensuring the

restoration, maintenance and operation of the property. This site, which is now listed on the

National Register of Historic Places, remains open to the public.

Illinois & Michigan Canal The Illinois and Michigan Canal was a prominent trade and transportation route allowing goods

and services to connect from the Great Lakes to the Gulf of Mexico from 1848 to 1933. Today

much of the canal remains one of the premier recreational opportunities in Northern Illinois as a

long, thin park with canoeing and a 62.5-mile (100.6 km) hiking and biking trail (constructed on

the alignment of the mule tow paths). It includes museums and historical canal buildings. The

Canal State Trail was designated the first National Heritage Corridor by US Congress in

1984.

I & M Canal Tollhouse This small, one-room structure located on the south bank of the I&M Canal near Columbus

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Street was operated by the Illinois and Michigan Canal Commission as the office of the local

collector of tolls for the I & M Canal. It is the only such structure remaining along the canal.

Fox River Aqueduct This early engineering marvel carried waters of the Illinois & Michigan Canal over the Fox

River. The Fox River Aqueduct is the largest aqueduct along the I&M Canal Corridor. Built in

the 1840s by David Sanger & Sons Construction Co. of Ottawa, the aqueduct spans a length of

464 feet. Supported by seven towering piers constructed of Joliet limestone, the aqueduct was

once considered the eighth wonder of the world.

Art Sculptures in Allen Park Situated on the scenic banks of the Illinois River, towering forty feet above the surface of the

water and weighing an astonishing seventeen tons each, two massive steel sculptures that call

Allen Park in Ottawa home are now registered with the Smithsonian Art Inventories Catalog.

Created by native artist, Mary Meinz-Fanning, these historical art structures are fashioned from

parts of Ottawa's old Hilliard Bridge, originally built in 1933. The yellow sculpture is named

"Reclining" and the red one is known as "Bending". It was Fanning's vision that both sculptures

serve as a commemoration to the old bridge.

Regional Significance:

A Brush with History Public Art Murals

Located in Ottawa’s Old Town District, A Brush with History is a public art program developed

to help revitalize Ottawa’s downtown and create a cultural attraction for tourists and residents of

the community. The program is sponsored by the Ottawa Visitors Center and overseen by a

committee of citizens devoted to public arts. The painting program began in 2002 and currently

features five murals focused on figures or events that have been important to the history of the

town, including local industry, prominent citizens, and the creation of a major internal

improvements project.

Appellate Court Building A splendid example of Greek revival architecture, the central portion of the then-State Supreme

Court building was completed in 1860 at a cost of $29,630. The building was built to house the

State Supreme Court, which initially met in Ottawa, Mount Vernon and Springfield. Today

Ottawa is the seat of the Third Appellate Court District, which serves 21 northern Illinois

counties.

Looking for Lincoln Wayside Exhibits Ottawa is home to FOUR Looking for Lincoln Wayside exhibits. If you would like the

experience of Looking for Lincoln and you want to know more about all the places he has been

and the people he knew as he visited Ottawa, check out these wayside exhibits. Each exhibit

features a rubbing medallion that you can make an imprint of on paper.

Rail-Splitter Replica Canal Boat Located not far from the original I&M Canal Tollhouse, this replica canal boat christened as the

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"Rail-Splitter", can be viewed along the south bank of the I & M Canal. Originally built as a

movie prop for the 2002 production of "Prairie Tides", this boat is a full size model of a 19th

century canal boat. She is crafted from wood and is 60 feet long by 12 feet wide, and would be

considered a smaller version back in her day. Her presence is a reminder of the historical and

commercial influence the I & M Canal had in the shaping of this region. (This replica boat is

designed for viewing purposes only.)

Ottawa Boat Club Established in 1885, the Ottawa Boat Club is the second oldest social club in the state of Illinois.

The Boat Club is operated today as a private social club, but it is open to the public for

celebrations and meetings. It is an attraction to all not only because of its long history, but

because of its prime location in the city’s central business district, at the confluence of the Fox

and Illinois Rivers.

Illinois River Road and Geocaching in Ottawa While driving the Illinois River Road, you'll be immersed in rich cultural and archaeological

history of Native Americans, French explorers, American settlers, and immigrants who were

drawn here by the river valley's abundant natural resources and who built their lives and

communities from the land and river. Ottawa is the first of seven gateways offering spectacular

river bluff views, wildlife, history, and many outdoor recreational adventures. In fact, Ottawa is a

proud participant in the Illinois River Road Geocaching—a great outdoor recreational activity

that's similar to a scavenger hunt. You search for a hidden object using clues and GPS (global

positioning system) coordinates. It's incredibly fun, and becoming more and more popular every

day.

Skydive Chicago Nestled on the West bank of the Fox River the Skydive Chicago Airport was designed from the

ground up to efficiently function as a skydiving training and recreation center. The 230-acre

complex contains a large hangar that provides 15,000 square feet of shade and shelter adjoining

22,500 square feet of classrooms, common areas, recreation centers, a pro shop, video

department and deli that serves food and beverages. Just to the East is a full hook-up

campground featuring a large pond that’s surrounded by sprawling decks and highlighted by a

serene island. On the North shore is a beautiful white sand beach that adjoins a large pavilion

with showers, laundry facilities and volleyball court. This entire complex is surrounded by acres

of pastures that gently roll to the banks of the Fox River. Canoeing, hiking/biking trails and

horseback riding are also available at the property.

Local Significance:

In addition to being just minutes from the legendary wooded cliffs, soaring river bluffs and

impressive waterfalls of Starved Rock State Park, Ottawa, the Gateway to Starved Rock

Country, has extensive opportunities to entertain. From the beauty of the streetscapes, to the

Antique District on West Main Street, to unique, quality shops to browse, as well as a nice

selection of dining options throughout the town, Ottawa is sure to please.

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Outdoor enthusiasts love to take in the day at one of eleven parks located within city limits.

There is also a Riverwalk trail system for walking, jogging or biking along miles of City

waterfront.

Water enthusiasts enjoy finish, hunting, power boating, sailing and jet skiing on the Illinois and

Fox Rivers.

Winter enthusiasts enjoy cross-country skiing, snowmobiling and hiking along the I&M Canal

trail and the many inspiring canyons and ice-sculpted waterfalls at four nearby scenic State Park

trails.

Other enthusiasts have literally hundreds of choices to enjoy local flare and faire while in

Ottawa. Ottawa is such a progressive town that is always adding exciting new events and

attractions to its already impressive list of things to do. Here is a glimpse of some of the things

locals enjoyed in and about town in 2013:

2 Rivers Wine Fest – held in early June

Working in conjunction with its principle partners – the Illinois Grape Growers and Vintners

Association, Heritage Corridor Convention and Visitors Bureau and the Ottawa Visitors Center –

The City of Ottawa brings the best of Illinois wine and outstanding jazz to town with this three

day festival. To raise the stakes on an already over the top event, Ottawa’s Noon Rotarians

teams up with the City to offer fresh grilled lobster. While classified as local entertainment, the

2 Rivers Wine Fest is a must attend for wine and jazz enthusiasts region wide!

Buffalo Rock State Park Buffalo Rock State Park is located on a bluff off Dee Bennet Road in Ottawa. Once an island in

the Illinois River, Buffalo Rock now stands majestically on the north river bank, and offers

magnificent sweeping views of the Illinois River. Located approximately three miles west of

Ottawa’s Central Business District, this 298 acre park has long been a favorite picnic area, as

well as a nature lovers delight. Buffalo Rock also operates a Shooting Park offering a wide

range of shooting targets: Rifle Range, Shotgun Range, and Plinking Pit.

Catlin Park Open May through October, Catlin Park has 333 acres with a well-organized trail system that

hosts 14 distinct trails plus numerous connector trails. These trails course throughout the park's

habitats, including its various streams and ponds. The trails are used by horseback riders, hikers,

joggers, birdwatchers, and photographers. Adjacent to a 120x60 ft. horse arena is an obstacle

course used by the LaSalle County Sheriff's Mounted Search and Rescue Posse. This course,

which provides various desensitizing activities for training horses, is open to the public.

Disc Golf Located in the scenic Fox River Park, Ottawa’s Recreation department hosts it's very own Disc

Golf course. Score cards and directions can be found at the Ottawa Visitors Center. Visitors are

required to provide (or purchase) their own disc.

Illinois Waterway Visitor Center Located off Dee Bennet Road in Ottawa, the Illinois Waterway Visitor Center presents the

opportunity to see impressive towboats navigate through the Starved Rock Lock. Visitors can

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also view displays about the modern lock and dam system as well as the historic I & M Canal.

The Visitor Center offers state approved free boating classes to the public and provides boat

safety checks.

LaSalle County Genealogy Guild Located on Glover Street on the City’s South side, the guild has more than a 1,000 members

worldwide. People come from all parts of the globe to study their genealogy in the guild's

library.

Midwest Morel Fest – Held in May Learn, hunt and auction morel mushrooms during the City’s Midwest Morel Fest! This unique

festival offers something for everyone from the mushroom enthusiast to the curious observer!

With a maximum limit of 440 Hunters – advanced registration is recommended.

Oktoberfest – held in early October Visitors and locals participate in a fall Festival branded and planned to celebrate German

heritage. The three day event includes food tents, beer gardens, impressive musical

entertainment, 5K Run/Walk, craft market, FREE “kidz” activities, yodeling contest, barmaid

stein races, bier barrel roll, Sunday mass, and a breakfast and bloody mary bar.

Pine Hills Golf Course Unique to Central Illinois, Pine Hills golf course has been described as a Canyon Course

complete with bluffs, valleys, hills and hundreds of trees. It is a challenge to both the beginner

and the seasoned golfer and is recognized by many players as one of the finest 9-hole facilities in

the country. The Pine Hills Club House offers a friendly atmosphere and includes a Pro-Shop,

large dining area with panoramic views of the Course, outdoor patio, a comfortable bar and can

provide meeting space for up to 100 people.

Riverfest – held in late July/early August

The Town of Two Rivers commemorates summer with its annual Riverfest celebration. Riverfest

is a very community-minded festival with a mission to promote community interest, to celebrate

community history and legacy, and to showcase local, regional, and national talent. Community

wide picnics, sidewalk sales, kids activities, a carnival, an impressive line-up of nationally

recognized musical acts, a taste of Ottawa, art in the park, and an artisan’s market are just a few

of the hundreds of events and attractions planned to celebrate summer in the city.

Scarecrow Festival – Held in late September "Haunted" themed scarecrows line the streets and families are encouraged to bring the kids for

free buckboard rides, face painting, and a petting zoo. While downtown visitors are encouraged

to check out the farmer's market as well as the mix of shops, boutiques, and restaurants that offer

specials during the event.

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9. Type of Construction (Check One):

X a. New construction of facilities (applicable for Tier 2 funding only)

X b. Add new 26' or larger transient docks

c. Rehabilitate existing docks/site/channel

d. Feasibility, planning or design projects

e. Other

10. Describe any partnerships for this project. These partners must be other than the US Fish and

Wildlife Service and IDNR.

Please see the attached letters of participation in attachment (I).

The City of Ottawa, IL will provide planning, zoning and permit assistance to the project.

The Ottawa Port District will assist with planning and integration of the transient docks into

the waterway facilities in the area.

Quest Watersports will provide $25,000.00 in funding to be used as matching funds. Quest

has a vested interest in providing parts, mechanical support functions and mechanical,

electrical and marine equipment to vessels that transit the area, so they are joining with

Heritage Harbor in this venture.

The Heritage Corridor Convention and Visitor’s Bureau and Illinois River Road Scenic

Byway Commission as well as Starved Rock Country will be assisting from a tourism aspect

by raising awareness of the boating infrastructure through advertisement and encouraging the

public to visit the waters of “Starved Rock Country”

All of these partners are working in concert with Heritage Harbor Ottawa to achieve the

mutually beneficial goal of providing a safe, secure, quality transient dockage facility, to

allow the boating public access to “Starved Rock Country”, the City of Ottawa, and the

Heritage Harbor Resort, and for Ottawa to become a crucial connection for vessels transiting

to destinations throughout Illinois and beyond.

11. Describe any private, local or other State funds besides the 25% match required.

The partner’s total cash contribution will be 31% of the project cost in the amount of

$261,004.50.

The Partners have already invested in infrastructure and site improvements that are in excess

of 25%, which are not allowed for consideration in this program, but are absolutely essential

for the project. The partner’s total cash contribution will be 31% of the project cost.

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12. Describe if there would be an economic impact to the local community.

An industry-standardized Economic Impact Analysis is included as Attachment (A), which

projects the economic impact of the current operation (130 slips) at Heritage Harbor Ottawa. It

estimates an annual $1.2 million per year in “trip-related” expenditures by boaters currently

utilizing the marina, and another $2.6M in “craft-related” expenditures, for a total of $3.8M each

year. This supports approximately 28 direct jobs, plus another 10 indirect jobs, for a total of 38.

We expect per-slip expenditures and economic impact of the proposed project (26 slips) to be

equivalent to that for the current operation. By extrapolating the per-slip averages of the current

operation, we estimate that the proposed transient slips will generate an incremental $225,000

per year in “trip-related” expenditures, and $501,000 per year in “craft-related” expenditures, for

a total of $726,000 per year (or $14.5 million in today’s dollars over a 20 year horizon). We

similarly expect the project, once completed, to create 5 incremental direct jobs, plus 2

incremental indirect jobs, for a total of 7 jobs created (see the attached Analysis for more detail

on terminology used above, etc.).

The full economic impact report is attachment (A)

13. Ownership:

As applicable, attach a copy of deed showing proof of ownership or copy of long term lease

agreement for the project to this application. (If deed is Quit Claim Deed, Title Insurance is

required; if land is leased, see page 6 (d.) for lease requirement.

Please see attachment (C) of title insurance and property description.

14. Description of Proposed Project:

Need - Explain why the project is necessary and how it fulfills the purpose of BIG; a) Describe existing

facilities available for eligible vessels at your location and near the proposed project; b) Describe how the

proposed project fills a need or offers a benefit not offered by existing facilities; c) Give information to

support the number of transient boats expected to use the facilities in the proposed project area and

demonstrate why existing facilities are insufficient to meet demand. Describe why the project is being

undertaken. Provide a clear word picture of the need to be met, the problem to be solved, or the opportunity

to be exploited. Describe the needs, problems or opportunities that would be partially or totally met, solved,

or exploited by implementation of the proposed project. Provide the necessary background information,

historical perspectives, and other supporting information so the reader can understand the importance and

current status of the needs, problems, or opportunities.

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Heritage Harbor Ottawa is located at a pivotal point along the Illinois River for pleasure boating, and is

approximately 80 river miles from Chicago and 75 river miles from Peoria. Both Chicago and Peoria have large

transient boating communities that like to travel the waterways, but in many cases are limited to the range their

vessels can travel due to the lack of dockage and boating infrastructure in the region. Ottawa is perfectly

situated to remedy this situation if transient dockage and restroom facilities are installed.

The resort was sited at this location because of its natural beauty, excellent boating conditions and

opportunities, as well as access to regional tourist attractions like the I & M canal path, Lincoln-Douglas debate

site and some of the best State Parks in Illinois. Matthiessen, Illini, Buffalo Rock and Starved Rock State Parks

are all within a short distance from the resort. Transient boaters who would benefit from access to these areas

are currently unable to count on obtaining dockage in the area.

Since opening in 2008, Heritage Harbor has continued to develop. Our seasonal slips are leased at or near

100% capacity- creating a condition where it has been increasingly difficult to meet the needs of the substantial

transient boat traffic that travels through this area. During the 2013, 2014 and 2015 boating seasons, Heritage

Harbor hosted over 1000 nightly stays by utilizing slips that were temporarily unoccupied, pier-side tie ups and

pier space that is normally reserved for in/out storage and fueling operations. We happily make these

accommodations and accept the challenges in order to welcome transient boaters, but it often results in their

visit being tinged by having to contend with a make-do situation. Beyond this, Heritage Harbor has

unfortunately had to turn away many transient boats due to a lack of available dockage. Many of the vessels that

have missed out on Ottawa are the most dedicated transients- members of the American Great Loop Cruiser’s

Association (AGLCA), who take their vessels on a 5,000-7,000 mile journey around the Eastern U.S., through

the Great Lakes, and Down the Illinois and Mississippi Rivers. Heritage Harbor has already spent over $9.5

Million to create the Marina basin, install the sea wall and harbor walk, install docks and facilities as the

beginning of our commitment to boating in this area. That investment will continue, but at this point, the

amount of transient traffic that is visiting the area is outstripping our internal capacity.

Heritage Harbor at this point has built two different shower/restroom facilities on the property with a total of

eight suites. The numbers of transients are outstripping the capacity of these facilities, and more are needed. The

existing facilities are built in an upland area, in order to protect them from flooding, but as a result the facilities

are 500 feet or more from the area where the transient dock would be installed. Heritage Harbor proposes the

installation of a 6-8 suite shower facility be constructed at dock level, as near to the transient slips as is

practical.

Purpose and Objectives - State the purpose and objectives and base them on the need. The

purpose states the desired outcome of the proposed project in general or abstract terms. The

objectives state the desired outcome of the proposed project in terms that are specific and

quantified during a specific time period. Identify specific, measurable, attainable, relevant,

and time-bound (SMART) objectives to be accomplished during the project period.

(1) Providing for adequate dockage to accommodate transient vessels, we propose the

installation of a pier of twenty-five transient slips, each with a length of forty-five feet and a

width of seventeen feet. This installation will also allow a final pier-side tie on the end of the

dock allowing for a vessel of up to sixty feet to be properly docked, creating a total of 26

transient docking locations. Each of these slips would be provided with slip side shore power,

city water, sanitary pump out, complimentary wifi and cable TV connection. This would require

the connection of this dock to our “Harbor Walk” by installing 170’ of ADA compliant sidewalk,

and laying in the necessary utilities to serve the slips from our main service entries. This size and

number of slips will support the transient load that we have experienced, and allow them to have

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a safe, secure docking facility. This type of construction is typical to the industry and is designed

to have an expected service life beyond 20 years.

(2) Provide adequate shower/restroom facilities for the influx of transient boaters. We propose

installing a floating bath house facility with 6-8 shower suites and installing the necessary

utilities to operate that building. This facility would be installed at dock-level, near the entrance

to the transient dock. This will allow the transient boaters to have on-the-water access to

restrooms and showers in a location that will not be in danger of flooding, and that will be a

sustainable facility for the lifespan of the dock structure.

Heritage Harbor Ottawa will add 26 new transient docks, appropriate amenities and

infrastructure to our existing marina operations in order to better attract and accommodate

transient boaters on the Illinois Waterway. Our marina will seek to expand transient dock

utilization rate from an average of 350 vessels annually as measured by our CRM database

software, to over 500 vessels annually in the coming years. Upon confirmation of the grant

being awarded for this project, we begin construction immediately in the spring of 2016. We

have identified general and specialized sub-contractors and vendors who are positioned to be

able to meet our time objectives. This needed expansion will enable Heritage Harbor Ottawa to

begin attract a significant number of new transient boaters to the Ottawa and Starved Rock

Country region. Many aspects of the project will be completed for use in time for Great Loop

transient boater usage in the fall of 2016. All aspects of this project including the new dockage

amenities, services and transient slips shall be completed by the end of 2016 in time for the

opening of the 2017 boating season.

Results or benefits expected - Describe the results or benefits of accomplishing the project

as related to the above stated Need and Objective. Blow your own horn! Assume that no one

would understand or appreciate the benefits of this project unless you tell them. This section

is your opportunity to sell the benefits of this project to the reader in a clear, concise, and

convincing manner. Describe the economic and social benefits as well as the duration of

project benefits.

By installing the facilities proposed, Heritage Harbor Ottawa will be able to provide a level of

service to transients that is on par with what we offer to our own seasonal slip holders. We

currently possess an extremely well protected harbor, restrooms, restaurant, full mechanical

service and haul-out capability, year-round staffing, swimming pool, rental cottages, waterfront

homes, concierge level dock service and a welcoming harbor community. To this point, the

resort developer has invested well over ten million private dollars in order to create a world-class

facility that caters to boaters and those folks who love the outdoors. As we build seasonal docks,

we are leasing them out at or near 100%, leaving little room for transient stays. The developer

has made the commitment and is willing to forgo the additional revenue that could be generated

from the sale of this waterfront property in order to have a designated set of slips for transient

vessels to utilize and allow us to be their port of entry into “Starved Rock Country”. The beauty

and resources of the area continues to attract boaters to us. For those who are on longer trips, our

marina is an oasis of service and convenience along the way. We anticipate that these facilities

would allow us to be able to serve these customers beyond the twenty-year mark, as more and

more people discover the area.

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Heritage Harbor will leverage location and quality of services to become a pivotal stopping point

for vessels plying the inland rivers. The additional economic benefit to Ottawa and the

surrounding communities in LaSalle County will be substantial, as the area has created a tourism

economy around the parks, recreational access and public resources.

Economic Benefits: Although described thoroughly in the attachment, the economic impact of

these facilities would be significant to the area.

Boating within a 20 mile radius: Boaters from the pool that is created between the

Marseilles and Starved Rock locks would enjoy a destination to boat to, where dining,

entertainment and recreation are available.

Boating beyond a 20 mile radius: These facilities will remove a “dead spot” in the river

where services are unavailable to transient boaters. Creating this oasis will allow for

regular transient traffic to develop between Chicago and Peoria. This rarely occurs now,

due to lack of services and facilities.

Great Circle Route: The “Great Loop” route is a perpetual feeder of recreational traffic

through Starved Rock Country. These facilities would make it possible for these boaters

to have a consistent and reliable stop in the area, where their boat can be secure and

properly serviced.

Clean Marina Standards: Heritage Harbor is well on the way to meeting Illinois Clean

Marina status, and with the implementation of the shower facility and the planned fueling

system in the future will be among the most environmentally suitable facilities in the

state.

Reconnect residents, visitors and transient boaters to the Illinois River and land-based

features in the area.

Support alternative means of transportation (boat, bicycle, pedestrian) as a way to explore

the area.

Promote reinvestment in the Riverfront area

Support residential and commercial development

Approach – Describe the methods, designs, and/or procedures to be used to achieve the

objectives, providing enough information on the status of required permits or other

compliance requirements (National Environmental Policy Act, Section 7 of Endangered

Species Act, and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act) for us to make a

preliminary assessment.

The approach that we are taking to complete this project is straight-forward and would be as

rapid an installation as possible. As the Harbor itself is ready to accept these types of

facilities, we have the engineering and design work for the dock structures completed and

ready for the bidding process, so that they can be installed as quickly as possible to allow for

alleviating the lack of transient space. The full-floating dock structures will be constructed

with the most up-to-date technology, with roto-molded encapsulated floatation, fully

galvanized dock truss frames, textured finish concrete deck tiles, 12” aluminum cleats, an

appropriate array of properly engineered dockside electrical systems and ADA compliant

walkways and access ramp. The timeliness of this installation would depend more upon the

bid process than any other limiting factor, but we would expect completion within 120 days

of contract awards. This is mainly a factor of material delivery time, and in deference to

weather conditions.

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We have the design process for the shower facility under way, and with the selection of

finish materials could be ready to begin construction upon completion of the bidding process.

This facility would be built atop floating dock structure and secured to the existing slips, with

utilities routed through the existing dock. The installation of a sewage ejection system to lift

effluent up out of the floodplain and to the existing sanitary sewer system would be required,

but is a conventional installation for this type of facility.

The floatation for this facility has been engineered, as well as the electrical and mechanical

systems. The bidding process and build-out would be anticipated to be completed within the

same 120 days after contract award.

In the course of assembling estimates to prepare this application, we believe that we have

identified all of the cost-centers involved in this project.

Describe how the objectives will be accomplished. Describe the actions, activities, methods

and procedures that would be used. This section provides the road map that will be used to

reach the objectives for the project. There should be a clear link to the Need, Objective and

Expected Results and Benefits Sections above and should provide realistic schedules, key

personnel, and cooperators.

Process:

A: Feasibility- Heritage Harbor is currently receiving requests for transient stays that will

fulfill the need for the facilities in this project

B: Permits- Heritage Harbor will secure all of the required Federal, State and Local approvals

needed for these projects.

C: Preliminary Engineering- Completed

D: Cost Estimates- Preliminary Estimates have been developed for all project components

E: Final Design Process- This will include receiving competitive bids for the projects and

supervising the contracts through to completion. This would take place after the BIG grant is

awarded, hopefully during the Spring of 2016.

F: Funding Assistance- A partnership of multiple members has been formed to provide the

matching funding. Various avenues will continue to be pursued to secure other funding

sources in the interim.

G: Marketing and Awareness of facilities for transient boaters- The partners we have

developed will create an awareness program of the new facilities that will have a local and

regional outreach. This will include:

1. Articles and advertisements in local print media

2. Using the print and electronic media resources of the Local and Regional Convention

and Visitor’s Bureau

3. Targeting on Heritage Harbor’s website and social media

4. Exhibition at regional boat and recreation shows

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Description of the activity, so the Service can make a preliminary assessment of compliance

needs for the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), Section 7 of Endangered Species

Act (ESA), and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA)

Useful life – Explain how you will exercise control to ensure the BIG-funded facility

continues to achieve its authorized purpose during the useful life of the facility. Purpose a

useful life for each capital improvement, and reference the method used to determine the

useful life of a capital improvement with a value greater than $100,000.

The design and construction methods incorporated in this project will render completed

structures that will have a useful life not less than the schedule listed below, provided proper

maintenance techniques are employed by the Heritage Harbor Ottawa Resort Development,

LLC.

Heritage Harbor employs a professional maintenance staff that has cared for dock structures of

the same type as well as various buildings and facilities at this location since opening in 2008.

Useful life of structures:

Floating Dock Structure--- 30 years

Galvanized Anchor Piles--- 25 years

Utility Pedestals--- 25 years

Gangway--- 30 years

Shower Building--- 30 years

Geographic Location – Your proposal will be scored, in part, on the quality of the access

you provide for eligible boaters to significant destination, services, and other amenities. In

addition to addressing the project location generally in the Project Statement, please provide

additional context by visually depicting the following:

Include the GPS coordinators (degrees, minutes, seconds format preferred).

1970 N. 2753rd

Rd.

Ottawa, IL 61350

41°20.468'N 088°47.408'W

All existing structures, facilities, and amenities; Attachment #2

All proposed project components; Attachment #2

Clearly marked areas that are for (1) eligible transient recreational vessels, (2)

areas that are for others, and (3) areas that are for shared use; Attachment #2

Water depths (before and after planned dredging, if applicable; N/A

If dredging is proposed, you must include an aerial photograph or schematic

drawing to indicate the specific areas you intend to dredge; N/A

Measurements for all docks, bulkheads, breakwaters, and other features where

boats will be accommodated; 25 proposed slips are 45’Lx17’ Wide. “T” dock will be

55’L, and will be open sided, enabling wide width vessels.

Any other information that will assist reviewers to identify project components,

prorating criteria, or other factors involved with ranking;

A small State map that shows the general location of the project;

A local map that shows the facility location and the nearest community, public

road, and navigable water body; Attachment #1

Maps or images that show proximity or distances to significant destinations,

services that support eligible users, terrain considerations, access, or other

information applicable to your project; Attachment #1

Any other map that supports the information in the project statement.

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Personnel – Record the principal investigator’s name, work address, email address, and

work telephone number.

Name Address E-mail address Telephone

P. Jeremy Fowler 1851 Old Chicago Rd. JeremyF@heritageharborottawa.com 815-434-5001

Tom Heimsoth 1851 Old Chicago Rd. TomH@heritageharborottawa.com 815-431-1338

Rich Bridges 1851 Old Chicago Rd. RichB@heritageharborottawa.com 815-431-1338

Relationship to other grants – Describe any relationship between the proposed project and

other related work funded by Federal grant s that is planned, anticipated, or underway.

Heritage Harbor Marina was awarded a Clean Vessel Act Grant, in the 2008-2009 award

period. Project CV03-08 was awarded in the amount of $87,105.00 for the installation of

a pumpout station. Heritage Harbor is concurrently seeking a CVA grant award for the

connection of the proposed transient slips to the existing system.

Budget Justification – See attached Budget Narrative! Explain and justify all requested

budget items/costs. Detail how the 424 Budget Object Class Category totals were

determined and demonstrate a clear connection between costs and the proposed project

activities. For personnel salary costs, include the baseline salary figures and the estimates of

time (as percentages) to be directly charged to the project. Describe any item that requires

the Service’s approval and estimate its cost. As applicable, we recommend that you present

budget information in a table with cost categories broken down by the funding source, e.g.,

BIG Federal request, non-Federal match provided by State agency, non-Federal match

provided by the subgrantee, prorated costs, etc. You should provide sufficient detail in a

budget narrative for reviewers to understand proposed costs.

Timeline – Describe significant milestones in completing the project and any

accomplishments to date.

The basis for the requests for proposal were created as we sought estimates for the

project. The Safe Harbor, road access, walking paths and major infrastructure are present

due to the prior phases of construction at Heritage Harbor.

Complete design and engineering plans- Fall 2014

Notice of grant award +30 days – Select Contractors and Vendors based upon responses

to Request for Proposals.

Notice of grant award +60 days – All materials on-site, dock construction underway

Notice of grant award +120 days – Dock structures completed, utility services and

amenity installation underway. Transient vessels able to be berthed in completed spaces.

Notice of grant award +180 days - All structures completed, all FF&E installed.

Installation operations and final inspections completed.

Final Inspection +30 days - Independent audit completed.

General – Provide information in the project statement that:

Shows that the proposed activities are eligible for funding and substantial in

character and design.

Compliance

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(ATTACH ADDITIONAL SHEETS AS NECESSARY)

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15. Project Maps: (No larger than 8 ½ x11 inches; must include north arrow and scale)

Attachment #1 - Attach a local area map (e.g., city, township, range and section, or county)

showing location of the proposed project. Please ensure the street/road

names on the map are legible.

Attachment #2 - Attach a site development map which clearly outlines existing facilities and

proposed changes or additions.

16. Archeological Evaluation:

Projects assisted with BIG-P funds may require completion of an archeological survey of the

project site. Federal law requires that projects funded with federal assistance may not impact

significant cultural resources. Estimated costs for the survey may be included in the project

budget or may be added later, but before submission is made to the Service. IDNR staff will

determine if a survey is required, see page 7 (l). You will be notified if the survey is needed

and what the estimated cost will be. Cost of the survey will be the responsibility of the

applicant but may be reimbursed at 75 percent of its cost.

Archeological Evaluation performed September 9, 2005 by Illinois Historic Preservation

Society is attachment (E)

17. Environmental Evaluation:

Describe the immediate and surrounding area which will be affected by project work,

including approximate acreage or square feet. Include major forms of vegetation (e.g., forest,

cultivated grass, isolated shade trees, wetlands, surface waters of lakes or reservoirs, etc.)

and, if known, existence of cultural historic resources, endangered/threatened species. Print

photographs (B/W or color; do not send slides) inserted into plastic cover pages may be used

to assist. Describe any anticipated effects of the proposal on these features.

The immediate area surrounding the project work area is developed as a Marina/Resort

location. The installation of these facilities floating in the Marina basin attached to the Illinois

River will result in the utilization of <20,000 square feet of water surface area. Approximately

18,000 square feet for the transient slips, and <2,000 square feet for the restroom/shower facility.

Upon installation, there are no significant impacts anticipated, as these installations will be

typical for the Marina basin in which they would be placed. Adjacent shoreline is protected by

erosion protection systems utilizing rip-rap stone and a concrete block seawall. Construction of

these facilities would primarily be performed off-site, by the manufacturers. Upon delivery,

materials would be staged in areas that are currently paved and properly installed to control

storm water and waste materials.

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The United States Fish and Wildlife Service lists the following endangered species as occurring

in LaSalle County, Illinois:

Indiana bat (Myotis sodalis)

Prairie Brush Clover (Lespedeza leptostachya)

Eastern Prairie Fringed Orchid (Platanthera leucophaea)

Leafy Prairie Clover (Dalea foliosa)

Decurrent False Aster (Boltonia decurrens)

None of these endangered species has been located on the property of Heritage Harbor Ottawa.

Multiple permitting processes over the last several years have necessitated investigating to see if

any of these organisms would be impacted by the development of Heritage Harbor Ottawa, and

none have been located on-site.

The particular projects of installing floating docks and a floating restroom/shower facility would

have no direct impact on these organisms, as the components will be travelling over already

paved areas during installation, and would not impact the habitat of any of these listed species in

their final installed locations.

Heritage Harbor is not aware of any cultural historic resources in this area.

Additionally, see attachment (F) and attachment (G) for Environmental site assessment

(ATTACH ADDITIONAL SHEETS AS NECESSARY)

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18. Upon completion of proposed project, provide the estimated number of available slips.

Seasonal Slips:__130_____ Transient Slips:___26______ Other: 4 Stage/Fuel Berths

19. Project Budget:

Estimated Project Development Costs

Total Construction

Development Item Quantity Cost Estimate Method*

Transient Slips 26 $470,850.00 __C________

Restroom/Shower 1 $340,100.00 __C_________

Admin,Engineer & Audit 1 $31,000.00 __C_________

Total Cost (eligible costs only) $841,950.00_

Federal Share (69%) Requested $580,945.50 ***

(No more than 75% of total, not to exceed $50,000 for Tier 1 project)

Percent of cost share match by applicant 31% $261,004.50

*Construction Method

P = Purchase Order - Purchase of item only for installation

**DM = Donated Material - Can be used on project, but not eligible for BIG-P funding

**FA = Force Accnt. Labor - Local agency or company employees provide labor, but not

eligible for BIG-P funding

C = Bid Contract - Construction contracts and material purchases over $40,700 must be

publicly bid, see page 10, (o).

O = Other - Describe

**These expenses are not eligible for funding or as part of non-federal share of cost but may be

identified; their identification will be viewed by the Service as additional benefits that will

improve the project's chance of being approved for funding.

*** IDNR RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REDUCE THE AMOUNT OF THE FEDERAL COST

SHARE REQUESTED.

Printed On:

GRANT SEGMENT - BUDGET INFORMATION

SEGMENT NO. 1

$0

$0$0

$0

$0

9771 $841,950.00

$841,950.00

9771 $841,950.00

@ 69% @ 31% 100%

TRAVEL

EQUIPMENT ($5,000+)

SUPPLIES/COMMODITIES

TOTALS

TOTALS

$580,945.50

$580,945.50 $261,004.50

$261,004.50

EFFECTIVE DATES:

TOTAL DIRECT CHARGES:

CONTRACTUAL

See attachment D for the breakdown.

BUDGET INFORMATION -

PROJECT NAME: FY16 Tier II BIGP IL, Heritage Harbor Ottawa, Y-17-B-01

BY OBJECT CATEGORIES

ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES

PROJECT NO. : Y-17-B-01

4-Nov-2015

FED SUBACTIVITY

NO.FED SHARE STATE SHARE

To: 3/31/2019

$261,004.50$580,945.50

PROGRAM INCOME: NONE

From: 4/1/2016

SALARIES, WAGES, & FRINGE BENEFITS

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Budget Narrative

The budget that has been identified for the installation of twenty-six transient docking slips, a floating shower house for transient boaters and the pro-rated installation of a fuel dock includes in-kind matching, cash match and BIG funds in order to provide structures and amenities needed to service transient vessels 26’ and longer. As identified in Attachment D Grant Expenditure Schedule, all cost estimations were arrived at by seeking estimates from vendors that Heritage Harbor has used for installing similar facilities in the past.

Match and Other Partner Contributions:

The partners have provided the marina basin that will provide safe harbor, and made the investment in the major utility runs that will serve the project installations.

The Harbor, is designed to accommodate 460 wet slips, and the cost on a per-slip basis is $17,407.00 for the Engineering, site work, excavation and installation of the revetment wall. To provide a clear read on the cost allocation, Heritage Harbor will use the most recent appraised value on a per-slip basis of $10,000.00, as provided by Cushman & Wakefield of Illinois, Inc. which was prepared on August 28, 2014.

Additionally, the partners installed electricity to serve the Marina district at a cost of $369,756.27. This installation serves three other dock structures, as well as an upland building. This connection for the proposed transient dock will utilize the final connection position. Heritage Harbor will consider that the connection is one of five total, and pro-rated the installation value for this project at $73,951.25

Combining the site work and utility installation values provides a total pre-project expense of $310,225.00. While these expenses are not allowed to be utilized for the Boating Infrastructure Grant Program, they nonetheless represent a significant investment that the partners have made that enable the project to be possible.

The partners shall provide cash matching funds of 31%, up to $261,004.50.

Contingency Costs: Not calculated for this project.

Program Income: None expected until such time as the project is completed.

BIGP Grant Expenditure Schedule Attachment D

Admin/Other Costs Project Cost BIG Portion Partner PortionAccountant/Audit $10,000.00 $7,300.00 $2,700.00Architectural/Engineering $20,000.00 $14,600.00 $5,400.00Permits/Inspection $1,000.00 $730.00 $270.00

Admin Total $31,000.00 $22,630.00 $8,370.00

Transient Dock PortionFloating Dock Structure $330,000.00 $240,900.00 $89,100.00Dock Electric $90,000.00 $65,700.00 $24,300.00Dockside Utility Centers $16,600.00 $12,118.00 $4,482.00Plumbing $10,000.00 $7,300.00 $2,700.00Cable TV Connection $15,000.00 $10,950.00 $4,050.00Sidwalk Access $7,500.00 $5,475.00 $2,025.00Signage $750.00 $547.50 $202.50Trash/Recycling $1,000.00 $730.00 $270.00

Total For Portion $470,850.00 $343,720.50 $127,129.50

Floating Shower House PortionFloating Dock Structure $40,000.00 $29,200.00 $10,800.00Shower Building $260,000.00 $189,800.00 $70,200.00Electrical $5,000.00 $3,650.00 $1,350.00Plumbing $10,000.00 $7,300.00 $2,700.00Sewer Connection $10,500.00 $7,665.00 $2,835.00Mechanicals $8,600.00 $6,278.00 $2,322.00Furniture Fixtures & Equipment $6,000.00 $4,380.00 $1,620.00(ie. Mirrors, hand dryers, hair dryers, soap dispensers, etc.)

Total For Portion $340,100.00 $248,273.00 $91,827.00$0.00$ $ $

Total Project Cost $841,950.00$841,950.00

25% Cash Match $210,487.50Additional Cash Match by Partners $50,517.00Total Matching Funds provided by Partners $261,004.50Total Match % 31%BIG Funds Requested $580,945.50

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Certification Statement

As the official duly designated to represent the Heritage Harbor Ottawa, LLC ,

(Applicant/Agency/Company Name)

I do hereby certify that the governing body of the project agency (owner of company if not a

public agency) has authorized submittal of the herein application, and the information presented

in this grant application is true and correct. I do further certify that the project, if approved for

financial assistance through the State of Illinois' Boating Infrastructure Grant Program, will be

completed in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws and that the _ Heritage

Harbor Ottawa, LLC has the financial resources to satisfactorily

(Applicant/Agency/Company Name)

complete and operate/maintain the proposed project facility per terms imposed by the

Department of Natural Resources as set forth in the Boating Infrastructure Grant Program

Manual and the approved Project Agreement. It is understood that the proposed project must be

completed within 24 months following notification of project approval from the Department of

Natural Resources and execution of the Project Agreement by both the Applicant and the

Department. Failure to comply with the specified project execution time frame could be cause of

project termination. The __ Heritage Harbor Ottawa, LLC __________________________

does hereby (Applicant/Agency/Company Name)

further certify that it will indemnify, protect and hold harmless the State of Illinois, Department

of Natural Resources and its representatives from any and all liabilities, costs, damages, or

claims arising as a direct or indirect result of the construction, operation or maintenance of the

above-referenced facility, and that the proposed project at the above-referenced facility will be

operated and maintained in an attractive and safe manner and open and available to the public

without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age or disability.

This Certification Statement was duly considered and acted upon and adopted by the

____________ at a legal meeting held on the day of ,

2007 (this last sentence is applicable only to public agencies).

Thomas H. Heimsoth_____________________

Name (printed/typed)

Attested: ________________________________________

Signature

Title _Managing Partner_________________

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Part III

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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Criteria for Funding Priority (For Tier 1 & 2 Applications)

Boating Infrastructure Grant Program (BIG)

(Note: Tier 2 Applications will be reviewed and ranked by the FWS)

Heritage Harbor Ottawa Criteria for Funding Priority Ranking

Boating Infrastructure Grant Program (BIG)

(a) Need, Access, and Cost Efficiency......................................... 20 total possible points.

(1) Will the proposed boating infrastructure meet a need for more or improved facilities? (0–10 points) Need: Available Dockage- The proposed project will provide sufficient dockage to properly serve transient boaters that wish to visit the area and are currently not finding adequate facilities. Currently, Heritage Harbor is forced to turn away approximately 25% of those requesting transient dockage during the regular boating season from April 1

st through October 31st, due to lack of

available dockage. Based on average stays, this results in turning away an expected need of 400 nightly stays at current business levels. Heritage Harbor Ottawa is located at a pivotal point along the Illinois River for pleasure boating, and is approximately 80 river miles from Chicago and 75 river miles from Peoria. Both Chicago and Peoria have large transient boating communities that like to travel the waterways, but in many cases are limited to the range their vessels can travel due to the lack of dockage and boating infrastructure in the region. Ottawa is perfectly situated to remedy this situation if transient dockage and fueling facilities are installed. The resort was sited at this location because of its natural beauty, excellent boating conditions and opportunities, as well as access to regional tourist attractions like the I & M canal path, Lincoln-Douglas debate site and some of the best State Parks in Illinois. Matthiessen, Illini, Buffalo Rock and Starved Rock State Parks are all within a short distance from the resort. Transient boaters who would benefit from access to these areas are currently unable to count on obtaining dockage in the area. Since opening in 2008, Heritage Harbor has continued to develop. Our seasonal slips are leased at or near 100% capacity- creating a condition where it has been increasingly difficult to meet the needs of the substantial transient boat traffic that travels through this area. During the 2013, 2014 and 2015 boating seasons, Heritage Harbor hosted over 500 nightly stays in each of those seasons by utilizing seasonal slips that were temporarily unoccupied, pier-side tie ups and pier space that is normally reserved for vessel staging and fueling operations. We happily make these accommodations and accept the challenges in order to welcome transient boaters, but it often results in their visit being tinged by having to contend with a make-do situation with no utilities, needing to be moved multiple times during a visit or docking in a slip that is undersized for their vessel. Even with our commitment to this, Heritage Harbor has unfortunately had to turn away many transient boats due to a lack of available dockage. Many of the vessels that have missed out on Ottawa are the most dedicated transients- members of the American Great Loop Cruiser’s

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Association (AGLCA), who annually take about 150 of their vessels on a 5,000-7,000 mile journey around the Eastern U.S., through the Great Lakes, and Down the Illinois and Mississippi Rivers. Heritage Harbor has already spent over $9.5 Million to create the Marina basin, install the sea wall and harbor walk, install docks and facilities as the beginning of our commitment to boating in this area. That investment will continue, but at this point, the amount of transient traffic that is visiting the area is outstripping our internal capacity. Need: Shower Facilities- At the present time, there are six shower-suites available at Heritage Harbor, which are currently used at maximum capacity by seasonal boaters. The upland location of the existing facility would result in them being nearly a quarter-mile away from the transient dock. The addition of the proposed shower-house would provide far more accessible restrooms with sufficient capacity to handle the needs of the transient boaters. The proposed shower/restroom facility would provide capacity to handle twenty-four showers in a one hour period, so that at peak loading, all transient vessels could be served in a timely fashion. This proposal will meet the needs of current transient boaters and provide effective and accessible facilities for their use that will enable a new demographic of boaters to transit the area.

(2) Will eligible users receive benefits from the proposed boating infrastructure that justify the cost of the project? (0–7 points)

The proposed dock structure, and shower house will provide safe dockage, access to appropriate shore-side facilities and services that are required for those traveling on vessels 26 feet and larger. The quantity of slips requested will provide facilities for the numbers of transient vessels that are consistently passing through the area. The proposed shower/restroom facility would provide capacity to handle twenty-four showers in a one hour period, so that at peak loading, all transient vessels could be served in a timely fashion.

The project will open a corridor of the river to a large number vessels that cannot currently be certain of making the trip, due to lack of dockage, fueling service and upland facilities.

Eligible users will be able to access the facility that has already been built by Heritage Harbor and partners to provide a safe and secure refuge on the water that will provide access to services, facilities and destinations that otherwise would not be accessible.

(3) Will the proposed boating infrastructure accommodate boater access to significant destinations and services that support transient boater travel? (0–3 points) The proposal provides for access to marine facilities and services that will open up a corridor between Peoria and Chicago, Illinois and all points in between, that is currently impassable for a large portion of transients, due to range restrictions and lack of appropriate facilities. In the immediate area, (See map attachment on Pg. 163) it will provide access to Mathiessen, Illini and Starved Rock State Parks in Illinois and numerous other local cultural, historical and regional attractions. Many of these sites are available by walking or biking the adjacent I & M Canal Path, and others by public transportation. The project will provide services and access to events and locations that would otherwise not be available to transient boaters.

(b) Match and Partnerships ........................................................ 10 total possible points.

(1) Will the proposed project include private, local, or State funds greater than the required minimum match? (0–7)

The partners will provide a total of 31% cash match (2) Will the proposed project include contributions by private or public partners that contribute to the project objectives? (0–3)

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Our local tourism bureaus, the City of Ottawa and other interested parties have committed to promoting the availability of transient dockage and the tourism opportunities in the area, in order to make the public aware of the facilities that this project would provide.

In addition, the on-site amenities and other services offered by the partners will maximize the usefulness and suitability of the provided facilities.

(c) Innovation .............................. ............................................... 6 total possible points.

(1) Will the proposed project include physical components, technology, or techniques that improve eligible user access? 0–3. The construction and location of the floating docks and floating shower house will provide access and use of restroom facilities during all river stages, without need for ladders or special securing methods. The single-load slips and 50% wider fairways in the harbor provide an easy to access docking system that provides ease of approach and safety in docking during wind or storm events. The completion of this project will serve the maximum possible number of transient boaters in an area that is nearly inaccessible to that market at the present time.

(2) Will the proposed project include innovative physical components, technology, or techniques that improve the BIG-funded project? 0–2.

The project will include an underwater aeration/bubble generator and underwater sound generator in order to direct fish that may be struck by propellers away from the area, and to aerate and oxygenate the water on a continuous basis. This would be a new approach to prevent injuries to marine wildlife in addition to improving the water quality in the immediate area. In a report on ANS Fish deterrents by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, dated January 2013 (attachment #3 on pg. 163) an excerpt of the report states “Continuous Wave – The effects of continuous wave sonar have been widely studied on marine mammals and fish; however, its use as a fish deterrent is a new approach in freshwater.”

(3) Has the facility where the project is located demonstrated a commitment to environmental compliance, sustainability, and stewardship and has an agency or organization officially recognized the facility for its commitment? 0–1. Heritage Harbor prides our compliance with environmental initiatives, but at this point has not received any third-party recognition.

(d) Total possible points ............................................................................................. 36.

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PART IV

APPLICATION CHECKLIST, ASSURANCES,

CERTIFICATION STATEMENT, AND SAMPLE

AGREEMENT

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Boating Infrastructure Grant Program

Application Checklist--All parts must be completed and submitted

[X] Application Form (BIG)

[X] Budget Information (form 424C)

[X] Copy of Deed, Easement, Lease, Evidence of Title Insurance, etc.

[X] Attachment #1 - Location Map (must include GPS coordinates)

[X] Attachment #2 - Development Plan (i.e., Site Plan)

[X] Certification Statement

[ ] Assurances

[X] Ranking Criteria

A separate application must be completed for Tier 1 and Tier 2 projects.

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Mail Completed Application to:

Illinois Department of Natural Resources

Office of Resource Conservation

Federal Aid/Special Funds Section

One Natural Resources Way

Springfield, IL 62702-1271

Phone: (217) 782-2602

TTY: (217) 782-9175

FAX: (217) 785-2438

Due Date: September 18, 2015

PLEASE TYPE OR PRINT LEGIBLY

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Project Statement

Need Statement: Heritage Harbor Ottawa is located at a pivotal point along the Illinois River for

pleasure boating, and is approximately 80 river miles from Chicago and 75 river miles from

Peoria. Both Chicago and Peoria have large transient boating communities that like to travel the

waterways, but in many cases are limited to the range their vessels can travel due to the lack of

dockage and boating infrastructure in the region. Ottawa is perfectly situated to remedy this

situation if transient dockage and appropriate restroom/shower facilities.

The resort was sited at this location because of its natural beauty, excellent boating conditions

and opportunities, as well as access to regional tourist attractions like the I & M canal path,

Lincoln-Douglas debate site and some of the best State Parks in Illinois. Matthiessen, Illini,

Buffalo Rock and Starved Rock State Parks are all within a short distance from the resort. (See

attached map attachment #20) Transient boaters who would benefit from access to these areas

are currently unable to count on obtaining dockage in the area. Many of the areas are accessible

within 2 miles by walking or biking the I & M canal trail (which is just across the street), others

are accessible by using public transportation, renting a car or using a loaner vehicle.

Since opening in 2008, Heritage Harbor has continued to develop. The current dockage

available was developed with a business model that calls for the constructed space to be leased

on a seasonal basis. Our 130 seasonal slips are leased at 99% capacity- creating a condition

where it has been increasingly difficult to meet the needs of the substantial transient boat traffic

that travels through this area. During each of the 2013, 2014 and 2015 boating seasons, Heritage

Harbor hosted over 1000 nightly transient stays by utilizing slips that were temporarily

unoccupied, pier-side tie ups and pier space that is normally reserved for in/out storage and

fueling operations. We happily make these accommodations and accept the challenges in order to

welcome transient boaters, but it often results in their visit being tinged by having to contend

with a make-do situation. Beyond this, Heritage Harbor has unfortunately had to turn away many

transient boats due to a lack of available dockage. Many of the vessels that have missed out on

Ottawa are the most dedicated transients- members of the American Great Loop Cruiser’s

Association (www.aglca.org), who take their vessels on a 5,000-7,000 mile journey around the

Eastern U.S., through the Great Lakes, and Down the Illinois and Mississippi Rivers. The group

has over 6,000 members, and on average, more than 150 make the trip each year, staying

multiple nights in the harbors that they visit and supporting the local economy by purchasing

services, supplies and visiting notable sites.

Heritage Harbor has already spent over $9.5 Million to create the Marina basin, install the sea

wall and harbor walk, install docks and facilities as the beginning of our commitment to boating

in this area. That investment will continue, but at this point, the amount of transient traffic that is

visiting the area is outstripping our internal capacity.

Heritage Harbor at this point has built two different shower/restroom facilities on the property

with a total of eight shower suites. The numbers of transients are outstripping the capacity of

these facilities, and more are needed. The existing facilities are built in an upland area, in order

to protect them from flooding, but as a result the facilities are 500 feet or more from the area

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where the transient dock would be installed. Heritage Harbor proposes the installation of a 7

shower suite with restrooms, ADA compliant facility be constructed at dock level, as near to the

transient slips as is practical.

Purpose:

(1) Providing for adequate dockage to accommodate transient vessels, we propose the

installation of a pier of twenty-five transient slips, each with a length of forty-five feet and a

width of seventeen feet. This installation will also allow a final pier-side tie on the end of the

dock allowing for a vessel of up to sixty feet to be properly docked, creating a total of 26

transient docking locations. Each of these slips would be provided with slip side shore power,

city water, sanitary pump out, complimentary wifi and cable TV connection. This would require

the connection of this dock to our “Harbor Walk” by installing 170’ of ADA compliant sidewalk,

and laying in the necessary utilities to serve the slips from our main service entries. This size and

number of slips will support the transient load that we have experienced, and allow them to have

a safe, secure docking facility. This type of construction is typical to the industry and is designed

to have an expected service life beyond 20 years.

(2) Provide adequate shower/restroom facilities for the influx of transient boaters. We propose

installing a floating bath house facility with 7 shower suites and installing the necessary utilities

to operate that building. This facility would be installed at dock-level, near the entrance to the

transient dock. This will allow the transient boaters to have on-the-water access to restrooms and

showers in a location that will not be in danger of flooding, and that will be a sustainable facility

for the lifespan of the dock structure. Transient-only access would be maintained by use of a

coded lock system, with a code issued to the transient upon registration at the Marina Office.

This approach will provide security for the users of the facility, and will ensure that compliance

with Boating Infrastructure Grant rules.

Objectives: (Use SMART- Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant and Time-bound bullets)

Heritage Harbor Ottawa will add 26 new transient docks, appropriate amenities and

infrastructure to our existing marina operations in order to better attract and accommodate

transient boaters on the Illinois Waterway. Our marina will seek to expand transient dock

utilization rate from an average of 350 vessels annually as measured by our CRM database

software, to over 500 vessels annually in the coming years. Upon confirmation of the grant

being awarded for this project, we begin construction immediately in the spring of 2016. We

have identified general and specialized sub-contractors and vendors who are positioned to be

able to meet our time objectives. This needed expansion will enable Heritage Harbor Ottawa to

begin attracting a significant number of new transient boaters to the Ottawa and Starved Rock

Country region. Many aspects of the project will be completed for use in time for Great Loop

transient boater usage in the fall of 2016. All aspects of this project including the new dockage

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amenities, services and transient slips shall be completed by the end of 2016 in time for the

opening of the 2017 boating season.

Results or Benefits expected: By installing the facilities proposed, Heritage Harbor Ottawa will be

able to provide a level of service to transients that is on par with what we offer to our own

seasonal slip holders. We currently possess an extremely well protected harbor, restrooms,

restaurant, full mechanical service and haul-out capability, 24-hour staffing, swimming pool,

rental cottages, waterfront homes, concierge level dock service and a welcoming harbor

community. To this point, the resort developer has invested well over ten million private dollars

in order to create a world-class facility that caters to boaters and those folks who love the

outdoors. As we build seasonal docks, we are leasing them out at or near 100%, leaving little

room for transient stays. The developer has made the commitment and is willing to forgo the

additional revenue that could be generated from the sale of this waterfront property in order to

have a designated set of slips for transient vessels to utilize and allow us to be their port of entry

into “Starved Rock Country”. The beauty and resources of the area continues to attract boaters to

us. For those who are on longer trips, our marina is an oasis of service and convenience along

the way. We anticipate that these facilities would allow us to be able to serve these customers

beyond the twenty-year mark, as more and more people discover the area.

Heritage Harbor will leverage location and quality of services to become a pivotal stopping point

for vessels plying the inland rivers. The additional economic benefit to Ottawa and the

surrounding communities in LaSalle County will be substantial, as the area has created a tourism

economy around the parks, recreational access and public resources.

Economic Benefits: Although described thoroughly in the attachment, the economic impact of

these facilities would be significant to the area.

Boating within a 20 mile radius: Boaters from the pool that is created between the

Marseilles and Starved Rock locks would enjoy a destination to boat to, where dining,

entertainment and recreation are available.

Boating beyond a 20 mile radius: These facilities will remove a “dead spot” in the river

where services are unavailable to transient boaters. Creating this oasis will allow for

regular transient traffic to develop between Chicago and Peoria. This rarely occurs now,

due to lack of services and facilities.

Great Circle Route: The “Great Loop” route is a perpetual feeder of recreational traffic

through Starved Rock Country. These facilities would make it possible for these boaters

to have a consistent and reliable stop in the area, where their boat can be secure and

properly serviced.

Clean Marina Standards: Heritage Harbor is well on the way to meeting Illinois Clean

Marina status, and with the implementation of the shower facility and fueling system will

be among the most environmentally suitable facilities in the state.

Reconnect residents, visitors and transient boaters to the Illinois River and land-based

features in the area.

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Support alternative means of transportation (boat, bicycle, pedestrian) as a way to explore

the area.

Promote reinvestment in the Riverfront area

Support residential and commercial development

Approach: As the Harbor itself is ready to accept these types of facilities, we have the

engineering and design work for the dock structures completed and ready for the bidding

process, so that they can be installed as quickly as possible to allow for alleviating the lack of

transient space. The full-floating dock structures will be constructed with the most up-to-date

technology, with roto-molded encapsulated floatation, fully galvanized dock truss frames,

textured finish concrete deck tiles, 12” aluminum cleats, an appropriate array of properly

engineered dockside electrical systems and ADA compliant walkways and access ramp. The

timeliness of this installation would depend more upon the bid process than any other

limiting factor, but we would expect completion within 120 days of contract awards. This is

mainly a factor of material delivery time, and in deference to weather conditions.

We have the design process for the shower facility under way, and with the selection of

finish materials could be ready to begin construction upon completion of the bidding process.

This facility would be built atop floating dock structure and secured to the existing slips, with

utilities routed through the existing dock. The installation of a sewage ejection system to lift

effluent up out of the floodplain and to the existing sanitary sewer system would be required,

but is a conventional installation for this type of facility.

The floatation for this facility has been engineered, as well as the electrical and mechanical

systems. The bidding process and build-out would be anticipated to be completed within the

same 120 days after contract award.

In the course of assembling estimates to prepare this application, we believe that we have

identified all of the cost-centers are involved in this project.

Process:

A: Feasibility- Heritage Harbor is currently receiving requests for transient stays that will

fulfill the need for the facilities in this project

B: Permits- Heritage Harbor will secure all of the required Federal, State and Local approvals

needed for these projects.

C: Preliminary Engineering- Completed

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D: Cost Estimates- Preliminary Estimates have been developed for all project components

E: Final Design Process- This will include receiving competitive bids for the projects and

supervising the contracts through to completion. This would take place after the BIG grant is

awarded, hopefully during the Spring of 2016.

F: Funding Assistance- A partnership of multiple members has been formed to provide the

matching funding. Various avenues will continue to be pursued to secure other funding

sources in the interim.

G: Marketing and Awareness of facilities for transient boaters- The partners we have

developed will create an awareness program of the new facilities that will have a local and

regional outreach. This will include:

1. Articles and advertisements in local print media

2. Using the print and electronic media resources of the Local and Regional Convention

and Visitor’s Bureau

3. Targeting on Heritage Harbor’s website and social media

4. Exhibition at regional boat and recreation shows

Relationship with other grants: Heritage Harbor was the recipient of a Clean Vessel Act

grant during the 2008-2009 award period, in order to install a pump out system. The Project was

CV03-08, and was awarded in the amount of $87,105.00. Heritage Harbor will be seeking a

concurrent award through CVA to connect the transient docks proposed to this system, which

would also provide piping and hydrants at dock level to service the transient vessels.

Printed On:

GRANT SEGMENT - BUDGET INFORMATION

SEGMENT NO. 1

$0

$0

$0

$0

$0

9771 $841,950.00

$841,950.00

9771 $841,950.00

@ 69% @ 31% 100%

TRAVEL

EQUIPMENT ($5,000+)

SUPPLIES/COMMODITIES

TOTALS

TOTALS

$580,945.50

$580,945.50 $261,004.50

$261,004.50

EFFECTIVE DATES:

TOTAL DIRECT CHARGES:

CONTRACTUAL

See attachment D for the breakdown.

BUDGET INFORMATION -

PROJECT NAME: FY16 Tier II BIGP IL, Heritage Harbor Ottawa, Y-17-B-01

BY OBJECT CATEGORIES

ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES

PROJECT NO. : Y-17-B-01

4-Nov-2015

FED

SUBACTIVITY

NO.

FED SHARE STATE SHARE

To: 3/31/2019

$261,004.50$580,945.50

PROGRAM INCOME: NONE

From: 4/1/2016

SALARIES, WAGES, & FRINGE

BENEFITS

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Budget Narrative

The budget that has been identified for the installation of twenty-six transient docking slips, a floating

shower house for transient boaters and the pro-rated installation of a fuel dock includes in-kind

matching, cash match and BIG funds in order to provide structures and amenities needed to service

transient vessels 26’ and longer. As identified in Attachment D Grant Expenditure Schedule, all cost

estimations were arrived at by seeking estimates from vendors that Heritage Harbor has used for

installing similar facilities in the past.

Match and Other Partner Contributions:

The partners have provided the marina basin that will provide safe harbor, and made the investment in

the major utility runs that will serve the project installations.

The Harbor, is designed to accommodate 460 wet slips, and the cost on a per-slip basis is $17,407.00 for

the Engineering, site work, excavation and installation of the revetment wall. To provide a clear read on

the cost allocation, Heritage Harbor will use the most recent appraised value on a per-slip basis of

$10,000.00, as provided by Cushman & Wakefield of Illinois, Inc. which was prepared on August 28,

2014.

Additionally, the partners installed electricity to serve the Marina district at a cost of $369,756.27. This

installation serves three other dock structures, as well as an upland building. This connection for the

proposed transient dock will utilize the final connection position. Heritage Harbor will consider that the

connection is one of five total, and pro-rated the installation value for this project at $73,951.25

Combining the site work and utility installation values provides a total pre-project expense of

$310,225.00. While these expenses are not allowed to be utilized for the Boating Infrastructure Grant

Program, they nonetheless represent a significant investment that the partners have made that enable

the project to be possible.

The partners shall provide cash matching funds of 31%, up to $261,004.50.

Contingency Costs: Not calculated for this project.

Program Income: None expected until such time as the project is completed.

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Laurie Larson

From: Morin, JulieSent: Wednesday, November 04, 2015 10:26 AMTo: Laurie LarsonSubject: Audit clearinghouse

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Criteria for Funding Priority (For Tier 1 & 2 Applications)

Boating Infrastructure Grant Program (BIG)

(Note: Tier 2 Applications will be reviewed and ranked by the FWS)

Heritage Harbor Ottawa Criteria for Funding Priority Ranking

Boating Infrastructure Grant Program (BIG)

(a) Need, Access, and Cost Efficiency......................................... 20 total possible points.

(1) Will the proposed boating infrastructure meet a need for more or improved facilities? (0–10 points) Need: Available Dockage- The proposed project will provide sufficient dockage to properly serve transient boaters that wish to visit the area and are currently not finding adequate facilities. Currently, Heritage Harbor is forced to turn away approximately 25% of those requesting transient dockage during the regular boating season from April 1

st through October 31st, due to lack of

available dockage. Based on average stays, this results in turning away an expected need of 400 nightly stays at current business levels. Heritage Harbor Ottawa is located at a pivotal point along the Illinois River for pleasure boating, and is approximately 80 river miles from Chicago and 75 river miles from Peoria. Both Chicago and Peoria have large transient boating communities that like to travel the waterways, but in many cases are limited to the range their vessels can travel due to the lack of dockage and boating infrastructure in the region. Ottawa is perfectly situated to remedy this situation if transient dockage and fueling facilities are installed. The resort was sited at this location because of its natural beauty, excellent boating conditions and opportunities, as well as access to regional tourist attractions like the I & M canal path, Lincoln-Douglas debate site and some of the best State Parks in Illinois. Matthiessen, Illini, Buffalo Rock and Starved Rock State Parks are all within a short distance from the resort. Transient boaters who would benefit from access to these areas are currently unable to count on obtaining dockage in the area. Since opening in 2008, Heritage Harbor has continued to develop. Our seasonal slips are leased at or near 100% capacity- creating a condition where it has been increasingly difficult to meet the needs of the substantial transient boat traffic that travels through this area. During the 2013, 2014 and 2015 boating seasons, Heritage Harbor hosted over 500 nightly stays in each of those seasons by utilizing seasonal slips that were temporarily unoccupied, pier-side tie ups and pier space that is normally reserved for vessel staging and fueling operations. We happily make these accommodations and accept the challenges in order to welcome transient boaters, but it often results in their visit being tinged by having to contend with a make-do situation with no utilities, needing to be moved multiple times during a visit or docking in a slip that is undersized for their vessel. Even with our commitment to this, Heritage Harbor has unfortunately had to turn away many transient boats due to a lack of available dockage. Many of the vessels that have missed out on Ottawa are the most dedicated transients- members of the American Great Loop Cruiser’s Association (AGLCA), who annually take about 150 of their vessels on a 5,000-7,000 mile journey around the Eastern U.S., through the Great Lakes, and Down the Illinois and Mississippi Rivers. Heritage Harbor has already spent over $9.5 Million to create the Marina basin, install the sea wall and harbor walk, install docks and facilities as the beginning of our commitment to boating in

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this area. That investment will continue, but at this point, the amount of transient traffic that is visiting the area is outstripping our internal capacity. Need: Shower Facilities- At the present time, there are six shower-suites available at Heritage Harbor, which are currently used at maximum capacity by seasonal boaters. The upland location of the existing facility would result in them being nearly a quarter-mile away from the transient dock. The addition of the proposed shower-house would provide far more accessible restrooms with sufficient capacity to handle the needs of the transient boaters. The proposed shower/restroom facility would provide capacity to handle twenty-four showers in a one hour period, so that at peak loading, all transient vessels could be served in a timely fashion. This proposal will meet the needs of current transient boaters and provide effective and accessible facilities for their use that will enable a new demographic of boaters to transit the area.

(2) Will eligible users receive benefits from the proposed boating infrastructure that justify the cost of the project? (0–7 points)

The proposed dock structure, shower house and fueling station will provide safe dockage, access to appropriate shore-side facilities and services that are required for those traveling on vessels 26 feet and larger. The quantity of slips requested will provide facilities for the numbers of transient vessels that are consistently passing through the area. The proposed shower/restroom facility would provide capacity to handle twenty-four showers in a one hour period, so that at peak loading, all transient vessels could be served in a timely fashion.

The project will open a corridor of the river to a large number vessels that cannot currently be certain of making the trip, due to lack of dockage, fueling service and upland facilities.

Eligible users will be able to access the facility that has already been built by Heritage Harbor and partners to provide a safe and secure refuge on the water that will provide access to services, facilities and destinations that otherwise would not be accessible.

(3) Will the proposed boating infrastructure accommodate boater access to significant destinations and services that support transient boater travel? (0–3 points) The proposal provides for access to marine facilities and services that will open up a corridor between Peoria and Chicago, Illinois and all points in between, that is currently impassable for a large portion of transients, due to range restrictions and lack of appropriate facilities. In the immediate area, it will provide access to Mathiessen, Illini and Starved Rock State Parks in Illinois and numerous other local cultural, historical and regional attractions. Many of these sites are available by walking or biking the adjacent I & M Canal Path, and others by public transportation. The project will provide services and access to events and locations that would otherwise not be available to transient boaters.

(b) Match and Partnerships ........................................................ 10 total possible points.

(1) Will the proposed project include private, local, or State funds greater than the required minimum match? (0–7)

The partners will provide a total of 31% cash match (2) Will the proposed project include contributions by private or public partners that contribute to the project objectives? (0–3)

Our local tourism bureaus, the City of Ottawa and other interested parties have committed to promoting the availability of transient dockage and the tourism opportunities in the area, in order to make the public aware of the facilities that this project would provide.

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In addition, the on-site amenities and other services offered by the partners will maximize the usefulness and suitability of the provided facilities.

(c) Innovation .............................. ............................................... 6 total possible points.

(1) Will the proposed project include physical components, technology, or techniques that improve eligible user access? 0–3. The construction and location of the floating docks and floating shower house will provide access and use of restroom facilities during all river stages, without need for ladders or special securing methods. The single-load slips and 50% wider fairways in the harbor provide an easy to access docking system that provides ease of approach and safety in docking during wind or storm events. The completion of this project will serve the maximum possible number of transient boaters in an area that is nearly inaccessible to that market at the present time.

(2) Will the proposed project include innovative physical components, technology, or techniques that improve the BIG-funded project? 0–2.

The project will include an underwater aeration/bubble generator and underwater sound generator in order to direct fish that may be struck by propellers away from the area, and to aerate and oxygenate the water on a continuous basis. This would be a new approach to prevent injuries to marine wildlife in addition to improving the water quality in the immediate area. In a report on ANS Fish deterrents by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, dated January 2013 (attachment #3 on pg. 163) an excerpt of the report states “Continuous Wave – The effects of continuous wave sonar have been widely studied on marine mammals and fish; however, its use as a fish deterrent is a new approach in freshwater.”

(3) Has the facility where the project is located demonstrated a commitment to environmental compliance, sustainability, and stewardship and has an agency or organization officially recognized the facility for its commitment? 0–1. Heritage Harbor prides our compliance with environmental initiatives, but at this point has not received any third-party recognition.

(d) Total possible points ............................................................................................. 36.

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J. E. Safranski, P.E. Business Phone: 815-223-6696

Fax Phone: 815-223-6659

E-Mail: Midwest @ TheRamp.net

Midwest Testing Services, Inc. 3705 Progress Boulevard

Peru, Illinois 61354

September 25, 2007

Mr. Tom Heimsoth

Heritage Harbor Ottawa

Development Corporation

1851 Old Chicago Rd.

Ottawa, IL 61350

Valley Bank

Its Successors and Assigns

500 E. Leclaire

Eldridge, IA 52748

Re: Heritage Harbor Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (1958 2753rd Road, 1960 2753rct Road, and McElvain Trust Property, all located in Ottawa,

Illinois.)

To Whom It May Concern:

Midwest Testing Services conducted a Phase I Environmental Assessment in accordance with

American Society of Testing and Material (ASTM) E1527-00 Standard Practice for Environmental

Site Assessments during July and August, 2005. In September 2007, Midwest Testing Services

conducted a site visit to the property referenced above.

Upon physical review of the property and a review of the previous conclusions presented, the MTS

report dated August 15, 2005 should be relied upon to comply with the due diligence requirements

for property transactions.

Should you have any further questions or need additional information concerning the property,

please contact me at 815-223-6696

Respectfully Submitted,

Joseph E. Safranski, P.E.

October 17, 2013 USFWS Grant Coordinator Illinois Department of Natural Resources One Natural Resource Way Springfield, IL 62702-1271 To whom it may concern: I am pleased to relay the support of the Illinois River Road National Scenic Byway for Heritage Harbor Ottawa’s application for the Boating Infrastructure Grant Program to construct 25 large boat slips with related infrastructure and amenities. Heritage Harbor is an asset to the City of Ottawa and boaters stopping there, as well as an asset to the rest of the communities along the Illinois River Road National Scenic Byway and boating visitors who wish to explore more of the Illinois River Valley region. More important than just “driving the road” or “boating the river” is giving visitors the ability and the impetus to stop for a period of time to get out and explore, dine, shop and lodge in the region. Completion of this project would entice additional boating visitors to stop in Ottawa, thus enhancing the region’s visitor-based economy. Heritage Harbor Ottawa is a good partner to the Illinois River Road National Scenic Byway, and wholly supports our organization’s efforts to develop and promote the region. Heritage Harbor’s leadership in the Starved Rock Country branding efforts has been no less than significant in moving the effort forward for the region. The end result will bring a unified and cohesive force to branding the northern part of the Byway region as an emerging tourism destination. If I can provide any additional information, please don’t hesitate to contact me at (309) 256-8170 or aberry@illinoisriverroad.org. Regards,

Anaise Berry Anaise Berry Executive Director