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| Development
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| UHI, together with experts from several institutions and organizations including the University of Massachusetts Boston, Boston University, the University of Rhode Island, the Provincetown Center for Coastal Studies, WHOI's Marine Policy Center, Good Harbor Consulting, and MRAG Americas researched and developed a set of planning framework options that the Commonwealth can consider as it moves forward with implementing a Massachusetts Ocean Management Plan. This research was conducted with funding from the Massachusetts Ocean Partnership (MOP), an independent, public-private partnership supported by the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation. | ||
| Green Harbor Mooring Plan |
2008-2009
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| UHI prepared a mooring plan for Green Harbor, in Marshfield, to optimize the number of commercial and recreations berthing spaces in following dredging of the harbor by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Funded by the Town of Marshfield, MA. | ||
| Green Pond Management Plan |
2008-2009
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| In collaboration with Senior Associate Steve Bliven, UHI worked with the Town of Falmouth's Coastal Ponds Management Committee to develop a harbor management plan for Green Pond, Falmouth. Funded by the Town of Falmouth, MA. | ||
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| New Bedford / Fairhaven Harbor Plan Update |
2007-2009
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| In collaboration with Fort Point Associates, Apex Companies and FXM Associates, UHI assisted the City of New Bedford and the Town of Fairhaven update their harbor management plan. Funded by the City of New Bedford with a grant from the Massachusetts Seaport Council. | ||
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| Plymouth-Carver Sole Source Aquifer Regional Open Space Plan |
2007-2008
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| UHI assisted with the development of a comprehensive plan of action for land protection in the seven communities of the Plymouth-Carver Sole Source Aquifer. Working with an advisory committee of representatives of the municipalities, the state and land trusts, the institute is conducting an outreach campaign, correlating municipal goals and policies, compiling natural resource data, and preparing a regional map and plan for protecting aquifer through open space protection. Funded by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs. | ||
| Boston Harbor No Discharge Area Application |
2007-2008
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| At the request of the City of Boston, the Massachusetts Coastal Zone Management Program, and the US Environmental Protection Agency, UHI coordinated the process for and prepared the application to designate Boston Harbor as a No Discharge Zone under the Clean Water Act. Convened representatives of the 10 communities surrounding Boston Harbor, stakeholders such as the Mass. Marine Trades Association, Massport, tug and ferry operators, and federal and state officials to secure support for the proposal, conducted necessary research and compiled data on the natural resources, vessel usage and pump-out facilities and prepared the application for approval by the USEPA.. Unfunded. | ||
| Linking Socio-economic and Coastal Environmental Indicators |
2007
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| Prepared a research report for the Korean Maritime Institute on the use of socio-economic indicators to detect human-induced changes in the coastal environment for purposes of informing and improving management responses. Developed a framework for identifying and ranking indicators associated with coastal management program goals. Funded by the Korean Maritime Institute, South Korea. | ||
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2006
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| The Development, Application, and Testing of Methods to Improve the Teaching and the Practice of Integrated Coastal Management and its Application in a Case Study and Demonstration Area |
2006-2008
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| Project entailed creating an environmental assessment decision structure and criteria for conservation and limited development of the Little River Neck - Waites Island area. Prepared case study demonstrating the methodology. Funded by Olivia Boyce Foundation. | ||
| An Assessment of the Coastal and Marine Economies of Massachusetts |
2006
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| UHI was part of a research team led by the University of Massachusetts' Donahue Institute that produced an analysis of the economic value of the state's coastal and marine economies. The research report presented an overview of employment, wages, business activities and trends in key sectors of the Massachusetts marine economy: commercial seafood, marine transportation, coastal tourism and recreation, marine science and technology, and marine-related construction and infrastructure. Funded by the Massachusetts Office of Coastal Zone Management. | ||
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2005
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| Florida Boating Access Facilities Inventory and Economic Study |
2005-2009
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| In collaboration with the Recreation Marine Research Center at Michigan State University, the Catanese Center for Urban & Environmental Solutions at Florida Atlantic University, the Planning & Zoning Center, Inc., Bordner Research, Inc., and Resource Economics Research LLC, UHI was contracted to assist the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission with a comprehensive statewide inventory of recreational boating access facilities, develop economic models to forecast future boater demand and document the economic impact of recreational boating for the State of Florida, as well as prepare a model for site suitability analyses of future boating facilities. Funded by the US Fish and Wildlife Service and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. | ||
| Nantucket and Madaket Harbors Plan Update |
2005-2009
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| In July 2005, the Town of Nantucket contracted with UHI to update the Harbor Management Plans for Nantucket and Madaket Harbors. UHI staff collaborated with John Duff (Assistant Professor with EEOS), Sarah Oktay (Managing Director of UMB's Nantucket Field Station), and Chris Sweeney (Director of the Division of Marine Operations), Steve Bliven (UHI Senior Associate) and Rich Delaney (Executive Vice President, Horsley & Witten Group). Funded by the Town of Nantucket with grant from the Massachusetts Seaport Council. | ||
| Town of Salisbury Harbor Plan - Phase I |
2005-2007
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| UUHI worked with the Town of Salisbury's Harbor Commission to develop the initial phase of a Harbor Management Plan. The project included researching and creating a comprehensive GIS-based map atlas of the town's river and ocean coastal areas, conducting a public participation process, cataloging the commercial and recreational uses of the waterfront, identifying issues, determining goals, and drafting initial recommendations for improving waterfront conditions, supporting water-based activities, and increasing public access. Funded by the Town of Salisbury's Harbor Commission. | ||
| Incorporating Benthic-Pelagic Linkages into Marine Protected Area Design |
2005-2006
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| In collaboration with their Senior Associate Jeff Benoit and John Ebersole of the UMass Boston Biology Department, UHI was contracted to assist NOAA's National Marine Protected Areas Center Science Institute in evaluating scientific issues relating to the design of MPAs. Specifically addressing to what degree benthic habitats and communities in various US marine ecosystems are linked ecologically with pelagic and other fish species swimming above them and how these linkages inform the design of restrictions on extractive uses in MPAs. Funded by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. | ||
| The Coastal Society's Website & Quarterly Bulletin |
2005-2006
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| UHI was contracted by The Coastal Society (TCS) to design and publish their quarterly newsletter and to develop and maintain their website. TCS is an organization of private sector, academic, and government professionals and students dedicated to actively addressing emerging coastal issues by fostering dialogue, forging partnerships, and promoting communication and education. Funded by The Coastal Society. | ||
| City of Bridgeport Harbor Management Plan |
2005
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| In collaboration with Apex Environmental, Inc., UHI worked with the City of Bridgeport's Harbor Commission to develop a Harbor Management Plan. Funded by the City of Bridgeport and Connecticut DEP. | ||
| Massachusetts Marine Trades Workforce Needs Assessment |
2005
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| In collaboration with the Massachusetts Marine Trades Association (MMTA), UHI was contracted to conduct a survey of the marine industries and businesses in the South Coastal Region of Massachusetts to better understand the current status of the industry and to determine the future needs of those involved in marine trades within Massachusetts. Funded by the Massachusetts Office of Workforce Development. |
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| Coastal WEB Initiative: Resource Management Planning for Parker River/Essex Bay ACEC |
2005
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| In partnership with Mass Audubon North Shore and Eight Towns and the Bay Committee, the state's ACEC Program, and Office of Coastal Zone Management, UHI was contracted to initiate a regional resource management planning process to assist local officials with local and regional planning and protection efforts within the Parker River/Essex Bay Area of Critical Environmental Concern (ACEC). Public outreach and analysis aimed to identify common issues, a needs assessment, and strategies for resource management development. Funded by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Environmental Affairs | ||
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2004
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| Gloucester Harbor Plan Update and Development of a Master Plan for the Designated Port Area | 2004-2009 | |
| In collaboration with David Terkla of the UMass Boston Economics Department, UHI worked with official and stakeholders from the City of Gloucester MA, to update and revise the 1999 Gloucester Harbor Plan and to develop an expanded Master Plan for the City's Designated Port Area. Funded by the City of Gloucester with a grant from the Massachusetts Seaport Council. | ||
| Predevelopment of Renewables in the Boston Harbor Islands National Park Area |
2004-2005
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| UHI investigated the feasibility of installing a mix of solar, wind, wave, and tidal power generating facilities with a combined output of between one and ten MW at sites on or around four of the grid-tied Boston Harbor Islands: Long Island, Moon Island, Spectacle Island, and Thompson Island. UHI prepared the strategy and financial and management options for developing the optimal project. Funded by the Massachusetts Technology Collaborative. | ||
| Boston Harbor South Watersheds Assessment & Action Plan |
2004
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| In association with the Neponset River Watershed Association, the Boston Harbor Association, the Fore River Watershed Association, the Weir River Watershed Association and the Back River Watershed Association, UHI undertook a comprehensive assessment of the Boston Harbor South Watersheds and developed a five-year action plan. Funded by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Environmental Affairs. | ||
| Emerging Technologies and Operational Arrangements in the International Container Trade | 2004 | |
| On behalf of Senior Associate Jim Coleman, UHI provided technical advice to the Southern Sydney Regional Organisation of Councils. The research focused on the emerging technologies and operational arrangements of the international container trade, with particular reference to East-Coast Australia and how these might influence a proposed expansion of the Port Botany Container Terminal in Australia. Funded by the Southern Sydney Regional Organisation of Councils, Australia. | ||
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2003
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| COASTSWEEP - Massachusetts Coastal Clean-up | 2003-2009 | |
| UHI coordinates the annual coastal clean-up effort in Massachusetts. COASTSWEEP is part of an annual international campaign to encourage citizens to volunteer to remove debris from their local coastline and nearshore marine areas. Funded by the Massachusetts Office of Coastal Zone Management. | ||
| Translating Science Into Management | 2003-2004 | |
| Through a nationwide survey and review of current literature, UHI prepared a series of documents to capture the most pressing issues in coastal management across the US. The products for this project included an analysis of the survey results, as well as two white papers on best practices for translating science into management and strategies for disseminating research findings to the management community. Funded by the Coastal State Organization. |
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| Weir River Estuary Land Protection Plan | 2003-2004 | |
| Building on an open space inventory developed in 2003, UHI prepared a land protection plan for the undeveloped properties around the Weir River Estuary. This plan outlined the community's vision and goals for the estuary, and applied practical land protection tools, such as zoning, conservation easements, and land acquisition to achieve these goals. Funded by the Town of Hull, Massachusetts. | ||
| Environmental Citizenship Academy | 2003 | |
| UHI coordinates the Environmental Citizenship Academy at the University of Massachusetts Boston. The Academy trains "citizen environmental generalists" to identify and tackle environmental problems, and to restore, sustain, and enhance the natural systems critical to creating a high quality of life in urban neighborhoods. Funded by an Anonymous Foundation. | ||
| South Shore Regional Pumpout Evaluation | 2003 | |
| UHI investigated the effectiveness of recreational boat pumpout service in Massachusetts' South Shore communities. A survey was sent to 5,100 boat owners in the region and the results were analyzed to determine the frequency of pumpout use and the level of boater awareness with respect to pumpout locations, operation, and the environmental impacts of vessel sewage. A plan and materials addressing public education were developed. Funded by the Massachusetts Office of Coastal Zone Management. | ||
| Building a Vision for Our Weir River Estuary | 2003 | |
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UHI prepared an inventory of existing open space and public access around the Weir River Area of Critical Environmental Concern and compiled the policies and implementation tools for open space protection in the three communities that share the Weir River estuary. The purpose was to unify the open space knowledge and objectives to assist in inter-municipal and state planning efforts. The institute also conducted a day-long public workshop to establish a community vision and support for the establishment of a Weir River Estuary Park.Funded by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Environmental Affairs. |
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| Determining the Design and Location for a Commercial Pumpout Facility | 2003 | |
| UHI undertook site evaluations and research into facility design and operations to determine the most suitable location for the establishment of a commercial pumpout facility to service the vessels within City of Boston. Funded by the City of Boston, Massachusetts. | ||
| Boston Harbor Islands Science Symposium | 2003 | |
| UHI worked with the National Parks Service to organize a one-day symposium focused on the science and management of the Boston Harbor Islands national park area in the context of the Boston Harbor ecosystem. Funded by the Island Alliance. | ||
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| Predevelopment of Renewables in the Boston Harbor Islands National Park Area | 2002-2005 | |
| UHI investigated the feasibility of installing a mix of solar, wind, wave, and tidal power generating facilities with a combined output of between one and ten MW at sites on or around four of the grid-tied Boston Harbor Islands: Long Island, Moon Island, Spectacle Island, and Thompson Island. UHI prepared the strategy and financial and management options for developing the optimal project. Funded by the Massachusetts Technology Collaborative. | ||
| Site Assessment & Overview of Potential Development of the Nantucket Field Station | 2002-2003 | |
| Utilizing GIS and research tools, UHI undertook a site assessment of the University of Massachusetts Boston's Nantucket Field Station and developed an overview for the possible redevelopment and expansion of the facilities incorporating green design. The overview also addressed local zoning issues and other regulations. Unfunded. | ||
| Economic Incentives for Designated Port Areas | 2002-2003 | |
| UHI identified economic incentives that have the potential to increase the level of private investment made in port properties and development. Based on property owner interviews and research on regional port trends and locational analyses, a set of incentives were proposed to complement the state’s planning and regulatory programs for strengthening the ports. Funded by the Massachusetts Office of Coastal Zone Management. | ||
| Gulf River Estuary Natural Resources Inventory | 2002-2003 | |
| UHI prepared and mapped the natural resources, human uses, and infrastructure of the watershed. It identified the priority issues of the watershed and potential sources of pollution. Funded by the Gulf Association, Cohasset and Scituate, Massachusetts. | ||
| Duxbury Dock Proliferation Study | 2002-2003 | |
| Funded by the Town of Duxbury, Massachusetts | ||
| Quincy Beaches Project | 2002 | |
| With representatives of the City of Quincy and Save the Harbor / Save the Bay, UHI developed baseline maps (using Arcview) and a questionnaire to aid in the establishment of a cultural and historical coastal trail. Funded by the City of Quincy . | ||
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| An Evaluation of New Jersey's Coastal Management Plan | 2001-2004 | |
| UHI worked with the New Jersey Coastal Management Program to evaluate, update and amend its federally-approved program. UHI proposed revisions to the program’s goals and policies, coastal boundary, institutional arrangement, and implementing authorities. Funded by the New Jersey Coastal Management Program. | ||
| Boston Harbor Boat Pollution Reduction Strategy | 2001-2002 | |
| UHI surveyed marina operators in the City of Boston and conducted a series of workshops with recreational boaters, commercial boaters, and enforcement personnel to determine whether there are sufficient vessel sewage pumpout facilities in Boston Harbor to ascertain boater pumpout behavior. Funded by the City of Boston, Massachusetts. | ||
| Boston Harbor Watershed Basinwide Water Quality Strategy | 2001-2002 | |
| UHI developed a basinwide water quality strategy for the Boston Harbor Watershed. Working with key stakeholders in each watershed, UHI identified water quality problems, compiled water quality data into a central database, developed a Geographic Information System (GIS) application to visually communicate this data, document trends, and establish future management objectives. Funded by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Environmental Affairs. | ||
| Weir River ACEC Resource Inventory | 2001-2002 | |
| UHI researched and prepared a natural resource inventory for the Weir River ACEC as the initial phase of a resource management plan. Funded by the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Management. | ||
| Survey of Sewage Pumpout Facilities in the No Discharge Areas of Massachusetts | 2001 | |
| UHI undertook a preliminary survey focused on the facility operations and boater behavior with regards to recreational vessel sewage pumpout facilities in Southern Massachusetts. The study aimed to determine the level of use of facilities, the level of awareness of the issues associated with sewage discharge and identify any problems with facilities and their operations. Funded by the Urban Harbors Institute. | ||
| Master Plan for the Marine Industries Association of South Florida | 2001 | |
| In association with the Joint Center for Urban and Environmental Problems, Florida Atlantic University, UHI developed a comprehensive action agenda for retaining and expanding the marine industry in Broward County’s 13 coastal communities, consistent with the marine industry association’s mission to promote and protect the sound growth of the marine industry. The Plan provided recommendations to address the key issues facing the industry: the scarcity of waterfront sites for expansion, displacement of existing facilities, the need for industry-government cooperation and coordination, workforce education and training, and public education. Funded by the Marine Industries Association of South Florida. | ||
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| Rockport Harbor Plan, Phase I | 2001 | |
| UHI worked with the Harbor Planning Committee to identify issues, develop goals and strategies for improving coastal water quality, protecting resources, allocating moorings, and managing growth around the harbor. Funded by the Town of Rockport, Massachusetts. | ||
| Scituate Harbor Access Plan | 2001 | |
| UHI assisted the Scituate Planning Board and Waterways Commission in assessing opportunities and obstacles to increasing public access along the downtown harborfront. UHI reviewed the permitting status of properties and prepared a concept plan for improving access, including implementation mechanisms. Funded by the Town of Scituate, Massachusetts. | ||
| Campaign for Waters Edge GIS Mapping | 2001 | |
| Funded by Save the Harbor / Save the Bay | ||
| Comprehensive Master Plan for the Deepwater Port of Fort Pierce, Florida | 2001 | |
| In association with the Joint Center for Urban and Environmental Problems, Florida Atlantic University, UHI assisted the county and community governments of Fort Pierce with evaluating the potential redevelopment options for the port. Funded by the County of Fort Pierce, Florida. | ||
| Small Docks and Piers | 2001 | |
| Funded by the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection | ||
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| Spectacle Island Park Planning and Management | 2000-2002 | |
| Funded by the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Management and City of Boston | ||
| Coastal Access Legal and Mediation Service | 2000-2001 | |
| UHI assisted the Department of Environmental Management’s Coastal Access Legal and Mediation Service with assessing the nature of pending disputes, determining whether cases are referred for resolution through legal or mediation services, and mediating cases as needed. Funded by the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Management. | ||
| Administrative Office, Massachusetts Chapter, American Planning Association | 2000-2001 | |
| Funded by the Massachusetts Chapter APA | ||
| Contract Administration for Watershed Projects | 2000 | |
| Funded by the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Management, Office of Water Resources | ||
| Seapath Program Evaluation | 2000 | |
| Funded by the Massachusetts Coastal Zone Management Program | ||
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| The Boston Harbor CNG Passenger Ferry Initiative | 1999-2001 | |
| In association with GANA Inc., UHI developed a comprehensive plan and strategy to introduce natural gas as the predominant fuel for passenger ferries operating in Boston Harbor. The strategy is based on providing financial incentives and technical assistance for converting the vessels to operate on CNG, and to develop CNG fueling infrastructure in Boston Harbor. The plan quantifies the significant air quality benefits to be achieved. Funded by Keyspan Energy, Massachusetts. | ||
| Regional Service Provider for Citizen Volunteer Monitoring Groups | 1999-2001 | |
| Funded by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Environmental Affairs | ||
| Training in Facilitating Collaborative Problem-Solving | 1999-2000 | |
| UHI conducted a two-day training program for 26 members of the Commonwealth’s Watershed Initiative staff including the program’s director, state coordinator, and the team leaders of the major watersheds. The purpose of the training was to help team leaders develop basic skills in facilitating collaborative problem-solving sessions allowing them to better coordinate the efforts of various parties involved in resolving watershed management issues where multi-party interests are in opposition. Funded by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Environmental Affairs. | ||
| Greenports: Environmental Management and Technology at US Ports | 1999-2000 | |
| UHI prepared a report on the best management practices and innovative approaches used by North American ports to address environmental issues. The report featured summary descriptions of the most successful techniques for avoiding, reducing and remediating environmental problems in urban ports. Funded by US Environmental Protection Agency. | ||
| East Boston Massport Piers Plan | 1999 | |
| In association with Cecil and Rizvi and Nucci/Vine Associates, UHI assisted the Massachusetts Port Authority in formulating a plan for the reuse of its properties on the East Boston waterfront. UHI provided technical assistance with the public policy and regulatory aspects during evaluation of alternative development proposals. Funded by Massachusetts Port Authority. | ||
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1998
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| City of Salem Municipal Harbor Plan | 1998-1999 | |
| In association with Cecil and Rizvi and Nucci/Vine Associates, UHI assisted in the preparation of the harbor plan for Salem Harbor. UHI’s role focused on the state and municipal regulatory and management issues and framework, land use, public access, water-dependent uses and the Designated Port Area (DPA). Noteworthy aspects of the Salem Harbor Plan included proposed substitutions, amplifications and guidance to the Department of Environmental Protection, and expansion of uses in the DPA. Funded by the City of Salem, Massachusetts. | ||
| City of Fall River Municipal Harbor Plan | 1998-1999 | |
| In association with Cecil and Rizvi and Nucci/Vine Associates, UHI assisted the city in preparing a Municipal Harbor Plan for state approval. UHI’s role was to assist with the state policy and regulatory aspects of waterfront redevelopment and regulatory issues surrounding the Designated Port Area. The planning process highlighted the important role harbor plans have in coordinating and reconciling state and municipal interests in the waterfront. Funded by the City of Fall River, Massachusetts. | ||
| Clean Urban Transportation Initiative | 1998-1999 | |
| In association with GANA Inc. and Carnegie-Mellon University, UHI developed a public-private initiative to introduce natural gas as a fuel for passenger ferries and other marine applications. Funded by the US Department of Energy and the Gas Research Institute. | ||
| Technical Assistance Directory | 1998 | |
| Funded by the Greater Boston Urban Resources Partnership | ||
| Town of Somerset Municipal Harbor Plan | 1998 | |
| In association with Cecil and Rizvi and Nucci/Vine Associates, UHI compiled and reviewed the Chapter 91 licenses issued for properties along the Somerset waterfront and determined the extent of jurisdiction of the state’s waterways program and several other state and federal regulatory programs. UHI then assisted in determining appropriate future uses of the waterfront. Funded by the Massachusetts Office of Coastal Zone Management. | ||
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| Secretariat for Coastal Zone 97 and 99 Conferences | 1997-1999 | |
| Funded by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration | ||
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| Town of Hull Municipal Harbor Plan | 1997 | |
| In association with Cecil and Rizvi and Nucci/Vine Associates, UHI assisted the Town of Hull’s Harbor Planning Committee in preparing a municipal harbor plan for state approval. UHI’s role included the state and municipal regulatory and management issues, land use, water quality, public access, the commercial fishing industry, shell fishing and aquaculture. UHI was also responsible for mapping compatible with the state’s Geographic Information System (ArcInfo). Funded by the Town of Hull, Massachusetts. | ||
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| Provincetown Municipal Harbor Plan | 1996-1997 | |
| In association with Cecil and Rizvi and Nucci/Vine Associates, UHI assisted the Town of Provincetown’s Harbor Planning Committee in preparing a municipal harbor plan that received state approval. UHI was primarily responsible for the state and municipal regulatory framework; specifically, developing a strategy for improving water-dependent support facilities and public access through coordinating local goals and the Commonwealth’s Chapter 91 waterways regulations. In addition, UHI addressed the issues related to land use, beach management, water quality, commercial fishing, shell fishing, and aquaculture. Funded by the Town of Provincetown, Massachusetts. | ||
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| Sustainable Development Action Plan for the Coastal Area of the Murmansk Province, Russia | 1995-1996 | |
| UHI prepared an assessment of the coastal and marine resources of the Murmansk Province and of the institutional arrangements for managing those resources. UHI identified core problems and proposed solutions and implementation mechanisms for the various economic sectors dependent on the sea and coastal zone. The findings and proposed preliminary recommendations for addressing the major issues were presented in the report Environmental Capacity-Building Action Plan for the Murmansk Region. The plan is a product of the UNDP-Capacity 21 supported Murmansk Region-Barents Sea Sustainable Development Project conducted with the government of the Murmansk Province, Russian Federation. Funded by the United Nations Development Program. | ||
| City of Boston Watersheet Mapping | 1995-1996 | |
| UHI assisted the city in an inventory and mapping (Arcview) of the physical characteristics of the harbor and the natural resources, ownership, usage and regulatory framework of the harbor’s watersheet and shoreline. This work culminated in a watersheet map for Boston Harbor. Funded by the City of Boston, Massachusetts. | ||
| Neponset River Estuary ACEC Resource Management Plan | 1995-1996 | |
| UHI prepared the plan for guiding implementation of the Neponset River Estuary Area of Critical Environmental Concern and coordinated the activities and interests of the federal, state, and local governments, and the public and private sectors. This plan established goals for resource protection and water-dependent uses, identified management issues, and proposed specific tasks to achieve the objectives of the plan. The process was guided by a steering committee representing the municipalities, state environmental agencies, the Neponset River Watershed Association, and representatives of several other environmental and community groups active in the estuary. Funded by the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Management. | ||
| Malibu Bay (Boston) Focus Group | 1995 | |
| UHI conducted a fact-finding and consensus-building effort for Malibu Bay in Dorchester. The bay's resources have been the subject of long-standing disagreement over resource protection and appropriate recreational use. We organized, moderated, and supported a series of discussions involving community leaders, boating interests and other recreational users, and city and state agencies which culminated in a set of action recommendations for the future of the bay. These action recommendations will be incorporated into the "Plan for the Future of Boston Harbor Beaches" by the Joint (state/city) Commission on the Future of Boston Harbor Beaches and into the operational plans of various agencies. Sponsored by the Environment Department, City of Boston, Massachusetts. | ||
| Workshop to Develop an Outreach Strategy for the Massachusetts Bays Program | 1995 | |
| Funded by the MassBays Program. | ||
| Landside Access to Passenger and Cargo Ports Roundtable, Miami, Florida | 1995 | |
| UHI organized and facilitated a two-day workshop for fifty federal, state, and municipal officials and representatives of ferry systems, port authorities, and associated industries to discuss landside access problems surrounding passenger ferry operations and cargo ports. Workshops covered issues, problems and solutions relative to land use planning, community-relations, environmental regulations, the impact of the Americans with Disabilities Act, and intergovernmental coordination. Funded by the US Department of Transportation. | ||
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| Site Characterization of the Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary | 1994-1995 | |
| UHI compiled all existing information on Stellwagen Bank and synthesized the information in a document describing the environmental, historical, and cultural conditions, and strategies to manage the resources and uses of the Stellwagen Bank Marine Sanctuary. Funded by US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Sanctuaries and Reserves Division. | ||
| Harbor Visions Charrette | 1994 | |
| UHI co-chaired the organization facilitation of a two-day charrette on the future of Boston Harbor attended by over 300 professionals and citizens. Participated in the writing and production of the summary document presenting the products and conclusions of the charrette. Funded by the Harbor Visions Steering Committee. | ||
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| Integrated Coastal Zone Management Program for the Black Sea Coastal Region of Bulgaria | 1993-1995 | |
| UHI assisted the government of Bulgaria with developing a coastal zone management program for its Black Sea coastal region. The project involved overall design of a management program that integrate, coordinate and guide national, regional and local authorities for the coastal area. UHI conducted a training program for officials and staff covering concepts and methods of coastal zone management, port planning, geographic information systems, national/local collaborative land use planning and management, and public participation. Funded by the Ministry of Regional Development and Construction, Bulgaria and the World Bank. | ||
| Republic of Georgia Integrated Coastal Zone Management Program | 1993-1995 | |
| UHI assisted the government of the Republic of Georgia in initiating its national ICZM program. UHI’s contribution included guidance in designing the program, and advisory services to national and local officials in improving the coastal land use and permit letting systems. Funded by the Republic of Georgia and the World Bank. | ||
| An Action Plan for the Taunton River Watershed | 1993-1994 | |
| UHI applied scientific and public policy research to identify and assess major sources of contaminants in the Taunton River watershed and Mt. Hope Bay. The results from the project were used to inform pollution prevention strategies in the watershed. Funded by US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Office of Ocean and Coastal Resources Management. | ||
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| Gloucester, Massachusetts Waterfront Study: Economics and Land Use | 1993-1994 | |
| UHI conducted a land use and economic assessment of Gloucester Harbor focusing on the commercial fishing and tourism industries. The study included an inventory of waterfront land uses, and assessment of harborfront land use trends, an analysis of federal, state and city waterfront regulations, and an assessment of the current and projected contribution of the commercial fishing and tourism industries to the community’s economic base. It concluded with planning and regulatory recommendations for the harbor. Funded by the US National Park Service. | ||
| Chelsea Creek Designated Port Area | 1993 | |
| UHI assisted the City of Chelsea in determining reuse potential for its industrial waterfront. UHI organized, facilitated, and supported with technical information, a series of meetings among top policy-making officials from the city, state, and the Massachusetts Port Authority. The purpose of the discussions was to (1) explore the potential for redevelopment and revitalization of the waterfront under the existing regulatory framework, (2) agree on a conceptual plan for future uses, and (3) identify the means to accomplish the objectives. Conducted a detailed study of existing land and water use, worked with design and economic development experts to formulate concepts for future uses, and evaluated and prepared a comparative analysis of the city and state regulations controlling waterfront use. Funded by the City of Chelsea, Massachusetts. | ||
| Saugus River Flood Protection Plan | 1993 | |
| Funded by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Environmental Affairs | ||
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| A Vision for a Waterfront Development Plan for the City of Mayaguez, Puerto Rico | 1992 | |
| Funded by the University of Puerto Rico and the National Coastal resources Research and Development Institute. | ||
| New England/New York Harbor Management Workshop | 1992 | |
| In partnership with the Office of Coastal Zone Management, UHI conceived, planned, organized, and facilitated a one-day workshop for harbor planning staff of the New England coastal states and New York, federal agencies, and municipal planners. The purpose of the workshop was to share information and methodologies for advancing the art and science of harbor planning. Funded by the Massachusetts Office of Coastal Zone Management. | ||
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| National Water Transportation Study | 1990-1994 | |
| UHI conducted a multi-year study of ferry transportation in the US. The study represented a comprehensive program of research and analysis of the issues and factors affecting the establishment and operation of urban water transportation systems. Funded by the US Department of Transportation's Federal Transit Administration. | ||
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