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Thank you to everyone who has participated in the engagement process. Phases 1 and 2 of public engagement are now complete. We received helpful input from the community of North Cowichan and the Maple Bay area residents through two open houses and online surveys that have helped to inform a final preferred concept plan.
Review the Phase 2 Engagement Summary of the input received: What We Heard
First Nations consultation
Following the public engagement phases, North Cowichan staff consulted with Cowichan Tribes on the replacement of the wharf. Feedback was received on building materials, environmental issues, accessibility, reserved moorage and archaeological requirements. This feedback will be incorporated into the final design of the wharf.
Next steps
In 2023 a design brief and conceptual design was developed based on input from Cowichan Tribes and the from what was heard from the public in 2022. The conceptual design includes access to the beach, moorage for small vessels and tenders, a gazebo and 100 meters of vessel parking. The moorage will be a combination of reserved and transient and short term.
Staff budgeted $1,200,000 in the 2024 capital budget for the replacement of the wharf. This includes the wharf head, gangway, floats and piles. Wharf lighting and water service (including hydrants) will be part of the final design. The project does not include the upland parking lot area which will be budgeted in a subsequent year.
In July 2024 proposals were received for the final design of the Maple Bay Wharf. The design work will include environmental and archeological investigations and permitting, surveying, geotechnical study and wave study.
The design and permitting will be complete in the summer of 2025, tendering will commence the early fall and construction will start late fall and be completed spring 2026.
Background
The wharf at Maple Bay is nearing the end of its lifespan. North Cowichan intends to replace the wharf, however it would like to hear from feedback to help inform conceptual designs. The existing facility is primarily used for temporary summer moorage as it is not protected from winter storms.Maple Bay Wharf location map
Thank you to everyone who has participated in the engagement process. Phases 1 and 2 of public engagement are now complete. We received helpful input from the community of North Cowichan and the Maple Bay area residents through two open houses and online surveys that have helped to inform a final preferred concept plan.
Review the Phase 2 Engagement Summary of the input received: What We Heard
First Nations consultation
Following the public engagement phases, North Cowichan staff consulted with Cowichan Tribes on the replacement of the wharf. Feedback was received on building materials, environmental issues, accessibility, reserved moorage and archaeological requirements. This feedback will be incorporated into the final design of the wharf.
Next steps
In 2023 a design brief and conceptual design was developed based on input from Cowichan Tribes and the from what was heard from the public in 2022. The conceptual design includes access to the beach, moorage for small vessels and tenders, a gazebo and 100 meters of vessel parking. The moorage will be a combination of reserved and transient and short term.
Staff budgeted $1,200,000 in the 2024 capital budget for the replacement of the wharf. This includes the wharf head, gangway, floats and piles. Wharf lighting and water service (including hydrants) will be part of the final design. The project does not include the upland parking lot area which will be budgeted in a subsequent year.
In July 2024 proposals were received for the final design of the Maple Bay Wharf. The design work will include environmental and archeological investigations and permitting, surveying, geotechnical study and wave study.
The design and permitting will be complete in the summer of 2025, tendering will commence the early fall and construction will start late fall and be completed spring 2026.
Background
The wharf at Maple Bay is nearing the end of its lifespan. North Cowichan intends to replace the wharf, however it would like to hear from feedback to help inform conceptual designs. The existing facility is primarily used for temporary summer moorage as it is not protected from winter storms.Maple Bay Wharf location map
Thank you for participating in our public survey for phase 1. Stay tuned for updates and to review our What we Heard Summary and the next steps for the project.
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