LION S HEAD MARINA & LITTLE TUB HARBOUR

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1 LION S HEAD MARINA & LITTLE TUB HARBOUR POLICY HANDBOOK 2015 Boating Season Starts May 15, 2015

2 NOTE This booklet has been prepared for the use of the boaters that berth at the marinas and for anyone else who has an interest in how the marinas are managed. All policies implemented for the operation of the marinas were developed by the former Harbour Committees and approved by the Municipal Council. Not all the current policies are printed in this booklet, only those that have a direct impact on the boaters that use our marinas. Since the management of the marina is an on-going process, the policies included in this edition are the policies that are currently in effect.

3 Municipal MUNICIPALITY OF NORTHERN BRUCE PENINSULA Lion s Head & Tobermory Marina Policy Handbook Off Season - Harbour Master (Lion s Head Harbour) Harbour Master (Tobermory Harbour) Office Ext. #222 Printed January 2015

4 contents contained in this policy handbook. reference, but please ensure you read and understand all of the this year (2015). I have highlighted them in read for quick There have been updates and changes to this policy handbook in many boaters as possible. operational policies. For the past 14 years, a Policy Handbook listing many of the policies has been made available to our boaters. marina office or at the municipal office. seasonal wharfage contract with the municipality. Copies will also be seasonal slip. Additional copies will be available upon request at the during the coming season. In addition to making physical improvements given to all boaters who purchase a seasonal launch permit and The former harbour committees for both Lion s Head and Tobermory have Copies of this handbook will be distributed to all boaters who have a at the marinas, Council has developed a number of management and accomplished during the first fourteen years and more will take place The 2015 boating season will see us entering into our 14th year in the handbook. Your input is greatly appreciated. contributed a great deal of time and energy into developing this maintenance. development of the harbour facilities. A great deal of work has been To reduce the size of the waiting list to accommodate as repair. Council presented the following main objectives: Bring the physical facility to a safe and modern standard of To prepare an efficient marina layout for the existing water lot. To establish a set of written operational policies. To develop a plan for capital replacement and marina best to develop and operate the harbour facilities. boaters that pay to have their name added to the waiting list for a This booklet was established for the operation of the harbours on how

5 If you have any questions or concerns please do not hesitate to including anchor, bow pulpits, ladder, swim platform, and any winter storage and seasonal dockage. just its centerline length. Example: a 34 foot boat in fact measures just under 36 feet consequently it will be invoiced at 36 feet for other extremity is included in the total length of the boat and not compliance with this policy book. The overall length of the boats invoiced as per the Municipalities Marina Policy Handbook. All After lift out, seasonal boats were measured and are being fairness for all. measurements are rounded up to the nearest foot again in 2 assignments are ultimately at the discretion of the Harbour Master. In order to facilitate the most cost effective operation of the harbour, slip policies in effect as of the date of printing. If Council makes any printed in this publication. handbook the amended policy would take precedent over that which is amendments to the existing policies after the date of printing this It should be noted that the policies printed in this handbook state the office or the municipal office. plus a number of requests from our boaters, have led to an annual and that we obtain proof of the receipt of the policy document. that they each be provided with a copy of our operational policies, requires that all seasonal contract boaters carry liability insurance, in monitoring the safe operation of our facility. The Municipality property and liability insurance for municipalities. Our present carrier, As an indirect result of September 11, 2001 in New York City there The Jardine Lloyd Thompson Can. Ltd. working with the Municipality have been substantial increases in the cost and requirement for have developed a Risk Management program to assist the marina staff (Refer to Section 9 and/or recommendations about these policies are asked to submit their thoughts to the attention of the Harbour Master either at the marina Policy for Insurance) These recommendations, review and printing of the Policy Handbook. Boaters with concerns has been re-measured by Harbour Staff after May 15, accurately. No changes to any billings will be made until your boat any measurement to ensure you are being billed fairly and contact us prior to lift in. We will be more than happy to recheck by staff, it was felt that all boats should be measured to ensure In light of the fact new seasonal boats been physically measured

6 3. Clean Marine Policy 5 6. Environmental Hazard Policy 7 8. Marina Layout Drawing Seasonal Commercial Wharfage Policy Marina FeeSchedule Fueling Policy Wharlage Rates Policy Transient Wharfage Policy 17 II. Seasonal Recreational Wharfage Policy Boater Environmental Commitment 6 7. Waiting List Policy 8 2. Mission Statement 4 9. Policyfor Insurance Introduction of Marinas I TABLE OF CONTENTS Page

7 Marina Mission Statement All of our activities shall be directed towards the development and management of the Harbour areas contained within the leased land and water lots plus the Municipal lands and facilities adjacent to the harbour. We shall conduct our activities pursuant to the provisions and regulations contained in the lease agreement between the Municipality and Federal Government and all applicable Federal, Provincial and Municipal legislation and directives. We shall conduct all our activities in a business like and professional manner. We will continue to develop the harbour to foster enjoyable four season activities for the residents, their guests and visitors to our community. We will promote, develop, and manage the harbour facilities in such a way as to make the harbour area a friendly and enjoyable destination for both boaters and the tourists who wish to come to the Bruce Peninsula. We will conduct our activities in such a manner as to maintain the long range protection of the environment and fish habitat found in the harbour areas. We will facilitate the research, documentation and promotion of the history of the Lion s Head Harbour and Little Tub Harbour. We will facilitate the development and operation of the various activities of the residents and community organizations of our Municipality. We will facilitate the transfer of ownership of the Lion s Head Marina, Little Tub Harbour and the Federal water lots from the Dept. of Fisheries and Oceans Small Craft Harbours to the Corporation of the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula. We will develop monetary procedures that will generate revenue that may be transferred to the Municipality to assist Council in the operation of our Municipality. 4

8 5 marina management techniques and product availability. marina commits itself to the best of its ability to: evaluation. We will strive to continually upgrade and improve our environmental performance in light of future developments in F. The marina also commits itself to an ongoing program of self practices into every aspect of our operation; we will train our between the marina and our customers. practices where appropriate. of this policy and will be encouraged to adopt the same good E. All suppliers and subcontractors will be made aware of the intent fulfilled. provide the resources that are needed to allow the policy to be employees to understand and implement these practices; we will relevant legislation. 3. Avoid contamination of the ground. 5. Optimize energy and water conservation. 7. Abide by and, where possible, exceed the requirements of all 2. Minimize the release of pollutants to the atmosphere. 4. Adopt waste reduction, reuse and recycling strategies. 6. Promote good environmental practices to all parties. operating practices that are appropriate to its operation, this its activities. C. The marina management will introduce sound environmental maintaining a clean natural environment as being fundamental to A. This marina understands and recognizes the vital importance of B. In accepting and adopting those best management principles and 1. Eliminate the release of contaminants to the water column, D. The philosophy of this policy will be integrated into the contract The Clean Marine Policy both directly and indirectly.

9 4. To take all necessary steps to avoid spilling fuel, oil or any chemicals or take all such wastes to an appropriate hazardous waste collections site. filters and dispose of them in accordance with marina guidelines or else paints, solvents and cleaners, batteries, old unusable fuel and used oil 3. To separate hazardous wastes, including oils and antifreeze, unwanted 2. To separate all recyclables and place them in the appropriate containers. able to place it in the waste containers on shore. I commit my guests, my crew and myself: 1. To keep all refuse and garbage of any kind on board the boat until we are 6 areas are available. within the harbour, due to liability concerns. Designated 12. Charcoal barbeques are not permitted on docks or boats 11. To promote clean marine practices at all times. animals and all other creatures that share it with us. 10. To always show respect for the environment and for the fish, birds and others using the marina s facilities and the Lion s Head harbours in general. entering and leaving the harbour, and to avoid causing a nuisance to all operate the engines only when necessary, to avoid creating a wake when 9. To operate my boat in a safe and considerate manner at all times, to possible. 8. To use environmentally friendly products whenever and wherever anywhere other than an approved pump-out facility. 7. To never discharge raw sewage from the black the boat is at the dock and to avoid pumping grey water overboard when 6. To use the onshore washroom facilities whenever practical, as long as all precautions required by the marina to avoid leaving debris, litter or in the marina. water holding tanks to 5. To carry out any repair work on the boat in designated areas only, taking liquid contaminants on the ground. marinas, to use only the designated fuelling facility to fill my boat. from the attendant when at the gas and/or pump-out dock. When in the contaminated bilge water overboard and to be guided by instructions cleaners whatsoever into the water, to refrain from pumping oil Boater Environmental Commitment

10 7 basis. containment equipment used to contain a spill. Parks Canada occurrence shall be replaced as soon as is possible. replacement for all municipally owned environmental insurance ($2,000,000 minimum) and shall pay the cost of 3. The Harbour Master, in consultation with the Municipal Public 4. If the resources available to the Harbour staff are not able to 8. All Harbour and Municipal resources utilized in dealing with the 9. All contractors conducting work in the water shall carry liability Note: If necessary the Ontario Provincial Police would be on site that is appropriate for a first response to an occurrence. 7. The marina will maintain an environmental spill containment kit * * * upon for assistance. notified. Works Department, shall notify the appropriate agencies. Municipal Public Works Department ( ). Harbour Master ( ) or ( ) and the contain and deal with the occurrence then the following 2. As soon as an employee receives notification of an 6. The Harbour Master will be sent for appropriate training in original as is possible. 5. At the completion of dealing with the occurrence the affected Environment * shall notify an employee of the Municipality. municipal departments and outside agencies are to be called 1. As soon as it is possible, the person who notices the activity as a guideline to deal with the occurrence. area is to be restored to a condition that is as close to the environment of the Harbour areas, the following procedure is to be used In the event that an activity takes place that presents a hazard to the Environmental Hazard Policy environmental hazard occurrence he or she shall notify the dealing with environmental hazards and spills on a regular The Municipal Public Works Dept. * The Canadian Coast Guard Station The Municipal Fire Dept Other resources as suggested by the Ministry of the

11 municipality by the Harbour Master. Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula in accordance with the Municipal Act, 2001, upon recommendations submitted to the 3. The Waiting List fee shall be reviewed and/or amended annually by the notification. assignments from the waiting list, they will be passed over with no 2. If a customer s account is not in good standing at the time of slip plus HST) to the Municipal office. Master will then submit the completed application and paid fee ($ application to the Harbour Master or the Municipal Office. The Harbour 1. To be placed on the Waiting List a boater must submit his or her 8 Harbour Master will move onto the next name on the waiting list. 12. The applicant has 14 days to respond after being offered a slip before the of any change in address, telephone number, etc. 11. It is the responsibility of the applicant to notify the Municipality, in writing, writing. the Harbour Master or the municipal office of the change in boat size in Waiting List, they may change the size of the requested slip by notifying 10. As a boater increases or decreases their boat size while they are on the length, the person s name shall be moved to the bottom of the List. 9. If an owner declines to take the vacant slip appropriate for their boat vacant slip length or still retain their Waiting List ranking. owner may occupy the longer slip by paying the minimum fee for the 8. If the vacant slip is longer than the required size of slip requested, the selection. or date and time, then the names shall be placed in a draw type of 7. If more than one person on the Waiting List has the same ranking date, it will be offered to the next person on the list. ranking on the Waiting List. If the first person declines the available slip, 6. The Harbour Master shall allocate said slip to the person with the highest shall also be recorded. the size of slip required for the applicant s boat and the required services time of payment of the waiting list fee. When a name is placed on the list, 5. A person s name will be placed on the Waiting List as of the date and the initial annual wharfage fee when a slip becomes available. name from the list, but $75.00 of the original fee will be allocated towards 4. The Waiting List fee is non-refundable for boaters who remove their Waiting List Policy

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14 11 to commencing any work at the marina. dollars of Commercial General Liability, including pollution owner of the boat upon which the work is to be performed prior or the marina office a copy of proof of renewal or change of marine liability insurance. Proof of insurance coverage providing proof of insurance coverage. possession a repair order or other authorization signed by the municipality or for a boater who has a boat berthed or stored at municipality, or with the marina office, and have in their 10. All contractors working at the marina must register with the 3. All seasonal contract boaters must submit to the municipal 9. Any contractor may be added to the approved list upon shall be posted at the marina. 7. The minimum coverage for all contractors shall be two million 5. All boaters with a winter storage contract must carry a policy. current insurance coverage must be submitted to the must be submitted to the municipality on or before the day the insurance carrier of your policy. policy of general and marine liability insurance with minimum coverage of one million dollars (Cdn.). Proof of slip. Municipality prior to berthage of the boat in the seasonal insurance coverage must list all owners as covered in the minimum of one millions dollars (CON.) of general and of lift out. Insurance will be permitted to work at the marina for the the marina. 2. All seasonal contract boaters must maintain in force a 6. Only those contractors who can produce Proof of Liability Liability). 8. A list of all insured contractors registered with the municipality liability insurance for the Marina. 4. If the vessel is co-owned, the documentation for proof of current liability and two million dollars Protection and Indemnity (Marina 1. The Municipality shall carry both general property and public Policy for Insurance

15 Wharfaqe Rates Policy marina office, need only register on the first visit to the marina each year. Note: Contractors registering with the municipality or with the the necessary insurance documents available when arriving at the marina. 11. All boaters must advise contactors working on their boat to have 12 determine the appropriate wharfage fee. 6. The total length will be rounded to the nearest foot to 5. The length of a vessel shall be the total length of the vessel. times the length of the total vessel or the minimum slip fee if the per foot charge is less than the minimum fee for the slip. 4. The wharfage rate for a finger slip shall be the per foot charge 3. All wharfage rates shall be based on a per foot charge. Note: There will be an extra charge for services. Group I 40 foot finger docks Group II 30 foot finger docks Group Ill 24 foot finger docks Group IV 20 foot finger docks Group V Commercial docks groups if applies: 2. Wharfage rates shall be established for each of the following submitted to the municipality by the Harbour Master. with the Municipal Act, 2001, upon recommendations Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula, in accordance I Wharfage rates shall be reviewed and/or amended by the Policy for Insurance (cont.)

16 Seasonal Recreational Wharfage Policy 1. All slip allocations shall be the responsibility of the Harbour Master and Facility Supervisor. 2. All slips shall be classified in groups according to the length of the slip and the services available at the slip. 3. The following slip groups shall be established: Group I Group II Group III Group IV Group V 40 foot docks 30 foot finger docks 24 foot finger docks 20 foot finger docks commercial docks Note: There will be an extra charge for services 4. A recreational wharf may not be used for a commercial operation. 5. The Seasonal Wharfage rate will be based on a per foot charge set each year by the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula, in accordance with the Municipal Act, 2001, upon recommendations submitted to the municipality by the Harbour Master. However, there will be a minimum fee depending on the size of slip used. (Lion s Head Marina ONLY) 6. In order to determine the appropriate wharfage fee, the total length will be rounded to the nearest foot. This total length is the actual space required for the vessel and includes items such as bow pulpits, bowsprits, davits, outboard motors and swim platform. 7. The wharfage fee for a finger slip shall be the per foot charge times the total length of the vessel or the minimum slip fee if the per foot charge is less than the minimum fee for the slip. 8. The seasonal contract shall be between the Municipality and the registered owner and for a specific vessel. If the contract is to be with co-owners of the specific vessel, proof of co-owned registration must be supplied. 13

17 th new boat sizes needs to have prior approval from the taken on board when moored in a slip. seasonal days remaining in the contract period. Any change or adjusted to reflect the new boat size and the number of 9. The seasonal boater listed in the contract may not sublet the slip for use by another boater. 10. Dinghies must be secured under the bow of the vessel, or 11. If the owner changes the specific boat listed in the contract during the contract year, then the seasonal wharfage fee will be municipality. October The boating season commences on May lsth and ends on 13. A transient fee will be charged for usage of a seasonal slip prior to May 5th or after October 5th After October 5th winter 14. If the full seasonal fee has not been paid prior to the above 15. If a boater sells the boat listed in the contract and does not 16. If a boater sells the boat listed in the contract and does want to 14 for the new owner. ownership and payment of the waiting list fee. Note: There is no guarantee of a slip for the next season balance of the current contract period. The new owner s name receives the required documentation of the transfer of may be placed on the Waiting List as soon as the municipality seasonal contract for a transient slip if one is available for the retain use of the slip the new owner shall be offered a partial receives documentation of the transfer of ownership and owner for the balance of the contract. The new owner s name payment of the Waiting List fee. Note: There is no guarantee of a slip for the next season may be placed on the Waiting List as soon as the Municipality wish to retain use of the slip it may be transferred to the new for the new owner. rate for the days of slip usage. dates then the owner shall be invoiced the appropriate transient storage rates may also apply. Seasonal Recreational Wharfage Policy (cont.)

18 15 Note: There is no guarantee of the same slip for the next year. 22. If no payment is received by February 28k the slip will be 23. All vacant seasonal slips and all slips not paid in full by April 25. Cradles and mast equipment must be removed following the 26. A written request must be submitted to the municipal office Note: Refer to the Waiting List Policy. 28 the slip upon return the Retention Fee must be paid by February 28 th annually. th and the final payment shall be paid by April 30 th 20. At the end of each contract, the Harbour Master will attempt to the harbour they must submit a written request to the Harbour Master for consideration. place the contracted owner in the same slip for the next contract than January 31st. The first installment shall be due February 21. Contracts should be sent out to all seasonal boaters no later 18. If a seasonal boater is going to be away from the Marinas for 19. If a contracted owner wishes to move to another location within must be paid annually. If the contracted boater does not pay available for a next boater on the Waiting List. year. be due to increase size or dock preference. for any request of movement within the marina. This would the control of marina staff. the date of the launch spring season launch. Boaters will be allowed two weeks from 24. Use of shower facilities are for customer s use only and under boaters on the waiting list. declared vacant. 30 th shall be available for the Harbour Master to reassign to retain the right of the future use of the slip a Retention Fee not have another boat for the next season and wishes to 17. If a seasonal boater sells his boat during the off season and will Seasonal Recreational Whar-fage Policy (cont.) the retention fee, the slip shall be deemed to be vacant and one or more seasons and wishes to retain the right of the use of

19 A copy of your Province of Ontario Business Registration A statement as to the type of commercial marine operation 16 seasonal rates or cancel the slip for the next boating season. 2. If a boater sells the commercial boat listed in the contract and list. 5. Retention for a commercial slip is be subject to a one year term. for a next boater on the Waiting List. vacant and will be reassigned at the discretion of the Harbour retain use of the slip for another commercial boat, they must Fee must be paid. If the contracted boater does not pay the season and will not have another boat for the next season 4. If a seasonal commercial boater sells the boat during the off does not wish to retain use of the slip the slip WILL NOT BE Proof of minimum $2,000,000 Commercial General Liability Certificate. FIRST have approval for the new boat from the Harbour Master 3. If a boater sells the boat listed in the contract and wishes to 1. A boater must submit a written request to the Harbour The seasonal commercial wharfage policy is the same as the seasonal recreational policy with the exception of the following changes. Master to have a slip designated as seasonal commercial. Protection and Indemnity (Marine Liability). TRANSFERRED to the new owner. The slip will be declared Master. If the new owner wishes to acquire a slip at the Harbour The request must include the following information: that is to be offered. insurance, including pollution liability and $2,000,000 they need follow the appropriate steps to be placed on waiting and submit written request for the change in vessels. and wishes to retain the right of the use of the slip a Retention The holder of the commercial slip must then pay full commercial retention fee the slip shall be deemed to be vacant and available Seasonal Commercial Wharlage Policy

20 17 This total length is the actual space required for the vessel cement wharf directly in front of the fuel pump island. designated by a member of the marina staff. Authorized Personnel municipal employee hired to work at the marina. member of the marina staff or a person A Attendant A Fueling Centre -The area enclosed within the metal railings and includes items such as bow pulpits, bowsprits, davits, are available. within the harbour, due to liability concerns. Designed areas Harbour Master and must include the end slip on B, C and D direction of the Harbour Master. 4. Transient slips will be assigned by the marina staff under the 7. Charcoal barbeques are not permitted on docks or boats taken on board when moored in a slip. 6. Dinghies must be secured under the bow of the vessel, or 3. In order to determine the appropriate wharfage fee, the total 5. A mix of serviced and unserviced slips shall be reserved by the Harbour Master. length of the vessel will be rounded to the nearest foot. recommendations submitted to the municipality by the Peninsula, in accordance with the Municipal Act, 2001, upon Fueling Policy amended annually by the Municipality of Northern Bruce outboard motors and swim platforms. 2. The transient wharfage rate shall be reviewed and/or the marina and does not have a current seasonal wharfage contract with the Municipality. docks. (Lion s Head Only) around the fuel pump island and/or the floating docks along the 1. A transient boater is defined as any boater who berths a boat at 1. Definitions: Transient Wharfage Policy

21 2. The operation of the Marina Fueling Centres shall be in accordance with the Gasoline Handling Act and Code of Ontario 3. The following signs as required under Section 8, sub-section 98 of the Gasoline Handling Code of Ontario shall be posted at the centre and strictly enforced at all times. Warninci No one, other than the fuel attendant shall be on board a water craft during refueling. Warning All engines shall be turned off during refueling and there shall be no source of ignition on board or within 3m. of the fuel transfer point. 4. The following guidelines from the Ontario Marina Operators Association, for safe refueling at a marina, shall be posted and used as a guideline for the staff. Fueling only by authorized attendant. All pilot lights must be out. No smoking within 3 m. of the fueling area. All motors and engines must be off. All posts and deck hatches must be closed. All electricals must be off. All unauthorized people outside fuelling area. No open flames. 5. Fuels shall be transferred into certified portable fuel tanks only. A sign indicating the types of certified portable tanks shall be posted at the fueling center. 6. Whereas Section 2 of the Fishing and Recreational harbours regulations states: Where the harbour manager has reasonable grounds to believe that the safety of the harbour or the public may be endangered by the proposed location of any dangerous explosive or combustible goods on harbour property or by the manner in which such goods are to be handled or dealt with on harbour property, he or she shall prohibit the goods from being brought onto the harbour property or being so handled or dealt with, as the case may be. and whereas Section 24 states: No person shall supply to, receive into or discharge from a vessel or vehicle on a harbour property any gasoline or other fuel or oil except at such location, in such manner, and at such time as is authorized by the harbour manager. No person shall be permitted to transfer fuel from a portable fuel container to a vessel within the Municipal Harbours at any location other than the Fueling Centre. 18

22 Daily Launch Ramp Permit $10.00 per vessel 19 Prices are subject to change without notice. Showers fee $ ) 34 ) 26 ) 22 ) foot/per day day/per receptable/1 5 amp day/per receptacle/3d amp day/per receptacle/50 amp - per Transient Wharfage Fee All Other Finger Sizes - per - per - per Maximum Maximum 40 Foot Fingers & boats over Foot Slip ( Minimum Foot Slip ( Minimum 16 - Maximum Commercial Commercial Slip Retention Fee (maximum one year) $ Seasonal Launch Ramp Permit (not commercial) $85.00 Hydro per month/ per receptacle/15 amp Hydro per month/ per receptacle/30 amp Individual Pump Out (per tank) $17.00 each tank May, June. September, October: Monthly Wharfage Fee (based on availability of space) July, August: Maximum Seasonal Wharfage Fee Seasonal Electrical Service (per receptacle) $ Seasonal Slip Retention Fee $ per season Waiting List Fee (non-refundable) $ Winter Storage Winter Storage $1.70 per foot $0.30 per foot $0.35 per foot $0.45 per foot $7.50 per foot $73.00 $11.50 per foot $50.25 per foot $50.25 per foot $43.00 per foot $19.00 per foot (all rates subject to HST) $ 7.00 per foot $88.50 Fee Schedule Lion s Head Marina & Little Tub Harbour Transient 30 Foot Slip ( Minimum Foot Slip (Minimum 35 - Minimum and Maximum Boat Length

23 We Welcome Your Comments If you wish to comment on the contents of this publication or wish to make a suggestion, please pick up a Customer Satisfaction Report from the marina office. You may either leave your written comments at the marina or mail them to the municipal office at the following address: Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula Attn: Marshall Tigert 56 Lindsay Road No. 5 R.R. 2 Lions Head, ON NOH IWO marshall.nbp amtelecom.net