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T H E C L E A N W A T E R F R O N T
Clean Water ? Clean Marinas ? Holistic Stewardship
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The EWaterfront is a term used to indicate focus on holistic planning for the waterfront and local waterways. EWaterfront development blends the benefits of sustainable and green building techniques with marina construction and Clean Marina management practices. Ewaterfront development can be considered a method of environmental stewardship Donations and proceeds from the sale of this and other Ewaterfront information benefit local Marina Day, Marina Day Kids and Clean Marina programs. www.marinaREF.org © 2008 Reprinted by Permission ISBN 978-0-9771155-3-2
Gateways To Holistic Waterway Stewardship
CLEAN MARINAS
INDUSTRY NOTES
By some industry estimates there are as many as 18,000waterfront sites which service recreational boating. 12-14,000 existing sites, and 4,000 sites under development,repair or permitting. Currently, clean marina designationscomprise less than 8% of all sites.
National Sporting Goods Association - participating inboating was the fastest growing outdoor activity in 2006
Marine Industries Association of Florida - Florida's marineindustry has an outstanding average growth rate of 24.8%annually over the last 25 years.
The first Clean Marina program was implemented inAnnapolis, Maryland in 1998
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Marine Industries Association of Florida - Florida's marineindustry represents a total economic output of over $18.4billion.
Marine Industries Association of Florida - Florida'srecreational boating industry economic impact is greaterthan the citrus and cruise ship industries combined.
Throughout the last twenty years, marinas have becomefamily destinations and influence the total waterfrontenvironment. Restaurants, marine shops, clubhouses,boat drystack -- all affect the operation of clean marinas.
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COMMITMENT
Waterfront development is site specific. Lake operationsdiffer from saltwater locations. Clean water issues in thewestern U.S. may not be the same as those in the Gulf ofMexico, or along the eastern shore.
Clean marina commitments help reach beyond clean waterprograms. In over 19 states and nearly 1,000 waterfrontsites, marinas are premier locations for waterway educationand community involvement.
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PROCUREMENT
Green and Sustainable Purchasing Programs continue toprovide evidence to waterfront operators on the benefits ofchoosing the "right" products. They don't and won't costmore. They CAN SAVE YOU MONEY.
High Recycled and Recyclable Content
Low VOC Content
Low or No Hazardous Material Content
Emergency Availability
A Safer Environment
Extended Warranties
Standardized Procedures
Purchasing cooperatives and marina associations help withdiscount programs.
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OPERATIONS
State Clean Marina Programs and International Standardsprovide guidelines and templates to develop Best ManagementPractices. These standards reach beyond what is required bylaw and help implement recognized leadership.
The primary focus of these programs is toward "effectiveimplementation of the environmental management system andon environmental performances, not on a complex documentcontrol systems." (International Standards Organization 14001)
Best Management Practices
Clean Marina Standards
International Standards Organization (ISO)
American Standards for Materials and Testing (ASTM)
Product, manufacturers and marina owners are adoptingpurchasing and operational standards to reflect theirenvironmental commitments.
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REGULATIONS
Clean Marinas maintain a high level of compliance and
help monitor regular conformance schedules.
Fuel Use and Spill Precautions
American Disabilities Act (ADA) Requirements
Pumpout and Boat Washdown Procedures
Fire and Safety Training
Product, manufacturers and marina owners are adoptingpurchasing and operational standards to reflect theirenvironmental commitments.
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ENVIRONMENTAL FOOTPRINT
Recognition of environmental and clean water initiatives isan integral part of every clean marina operation.International organizations, the U.S. EnvironmentalProtection Agency, other federal departments, and numbersof state and local agencies provide a platform to enlist withothers for a common cause.
Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) is the planning methodologyused by the International Standards Organization formonitoring quality control and environmental management.
Marina directed community environmental projects
National Park Service EnviroCheck
EPA Environmental Tracking measurements
EPA Water Sense
EPA Waste Wise
Green Building Restorations (U.S. Green Building CouncilLEED)
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COMMUNITY OUTREACH
Marinas take the lead in waterfront and clean water education.
Nonprofit boat trips on Marina Day.
Designated waterway clean-up projects, using sponsoredboats to encourage the effort.
Ocean and waterfront restoration projects which cleanpollutants from the water and provide for marine life growth.
Environmental workshops and community programs.
Water 2025 are Department of Interior goals for water use inwestern states.
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PATNERSHIPS
Marina professionals together with educators, researchers,
local utilities,nonprofit and regulatory agencies are developinginitiatives to create Waterfront Learning Laboratories.
Programs implement restoration projects at local marinasites and monitor results for community input and study.
Programs encourage Action Plans and EnvironmentalWaterfront Teams.
RAISE THE BARFunding and organization is governed by nonprofit entitiesusing Best Management Practices and approvedenvironmentalmanagement procedures.
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Association of Marina Industries Bellingham Marine Boat Clubs America Florida Marine Contractors Association Forever Resorts International Standards Organization Marina Day Kids Marina Dock Age Marinas.com Marine Industries Association of Florida Premier Materials Technology U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary U.S. Environmental Protection Agency U.S. Green Building Council U.S. National Park Service Technidock, Inc. WestRec
Annapolis City Marina, Annapolis, MDBayport Marina, Bayport, NJBayport Marina, Minneapolis, MNCannongate, Bogue Sound, NCCavalier Yacht Club, Virginia Beach, VACoronado del Mar, San Diego, CAHarbourtowne Marina, Dania Beach, FLLegendary Marina, Destin Beach, FLNaples Boat Club, Naples, FLThe Wharf, Orange Beach, ALRybovich, West Palm Beach, FLSailfish Marina, Ft. Pierce, FLSouth Seas Marina, Captiva Island, FLSun Harbor, San Diego, CA
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
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