1. STEPS TOWARD RESILIENCY: Presentation of Preliminary Findings November 5, 2015

2. Prepared with technical assistance from Hancock County Planning Commission with funding from CZM NA14NOS4190066 to the Maine Coastal Program from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce. The statements, findings, conclusions, and recommendations are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration or the Department of Commerce.

3. PURPOSE OF TONIGHT’S MEETING Reviewing Waterfront Facilities with a Focus on the Impact of Sea Level Rise and Storm Surges. Seeking Your Input on Priorities. The Committee Will Meet to Discuss Changes to the Proposed Improvements. We Will Keep Posted on the Next Steps.

4. Models Used to Predict Future Storms & Sea Level Rise are Subject to change The Expenditures Recommended in This Plan Require Town Meeting Approval and Will Be Reviewed Before Being Placed on a Warrant

5. WHERE ARE WE TODAY? In 2014 the value of Stonington fish landings in Stonington was $60 million. It ranked 18 th in terms of value in the United States. Its catch was worth more than those of Gloucester Mass, Ketchikan Alaska and Seattle Washington. By pounds landed Stonington Ranked 37th, Portland 25th, and Rockland 29 th.

6. A LOOK AT RECENT TRENDS Town is losing year-round population. Between 2000 & 2010, the population dropped by from 1.152 to 1,043. Current projections are for the town to have a year-round population of 636 by 2030. The population is getting older. In 2010 the median age was 51.6 years compared to 42.7 years for Maine. There’s a high rate of commuting over poor roads. Only 335 of the 770 people reported working in Stonington live in town. The others commute.

7. WHAT IS PROJECTED FOR THE FUTURE? SEA LEVEL RISE PROJECTIONS VARY. U.S. NATIONAL CLIMATE ASSESSMENT DATA SUGGEST THAT SEA LEVELS MAY BE FROM 0.5 ft. to 6.3 ft. HIGHER BY 2100 THE SCENARIO USED FOR THIS ANALYSIS IS 1 ft. BY 2050 & 2 ft. BY 2070

8. TWO FEET SEA LEVEL RISE

9. THE WATERFRONT: A LOOK AT CURRENT CONDITIONS & FUTURE NEEDS

10. While the town received grant money to improve the dock, it still is overcrowded and needs more vessel docking and parking space. The ramps do not meet ADA standards and must be removed during storms. In order to withstand anticipated sea level rise, it needs to be elevated two feet. This can’t happen until a fire station and other buildings on the dock are relocated. This involves building a new station that is designed to reflect current fire fighting practices. HAGEN DOCK & FIRE STATION

11. MUNICIPAL FISH PIER The pier and harbor master’s office are, per the new FEMA maps, vulnerable to flooding and needs to be raised above flood levels. The electronic equipment, fuel tanks, & hydraulic hoists are also at risk. The ramp that connects the floats is at risk of damage during severe storms. Parking and vessel docking space is indequate and there is frequently a line of boats awaiting their turn at the hoists. The area needs dredging.

12. COLWELL RAMP The entire facility is open to wave action. Storage space for the ramp and floating dock is inadequate. If the float were left in place during a storm, it could be damaged beyond repair. An excessive tide could break the ramp’s welded attachment hinges. The ramp and float need to be moved to the other side of the pier so it is less subject to wave action. This would allow the addition of another float.

13. COLWELL RAMP CONTINUED Other needs include A hoist for loading equipment onto vessels; An additional float A dedicated kayak launching site More parking

14. SEWER SYSTEM The system is designed for a daily flow of 175,000 gallons. The highest recorded flow is about 229,500 gallons. This is mostly due to storm water seeping in through leaks in manholes. The collection system lies mostly within the flood zone as are 9 of the 17 pump stations and the operations building. With pump failure and a potential rupturing of lines, there is the risk that sewage could back up onto the roads and flow into the harbor

15. SEWER SYSTEM CONTINUED Unless the elevation of Main Street were raised above the projected flood zone, the system will remain vulnerable to flooding. In order to minimize damage, the operations building, electric panels, and telemetry system need to be moved out of the flood zone. The district needs to continue to monitor the system for leaks and repair manholes.

16. WATER COMPANY The Water Company reports no current problems with its treatment and distribution system due to increased flooding. While about 54 % of the pipes are in poor condition, the Company is gradually replacing its pipes.

17. The town has already improved about half of its roads, ditches, and culverts to recommended FEMA standards. There are several peninsulas that risk losing their primary road access to the rest of town due to severe storm damage. Stormwater damage is still a problem in some parts of the downtown. This is primarily the responsibility of the state.

18. WHAT WILL THESE IMPROVEMENT COST? SOME SHORT-TERM COSTS Proposed Schedule of Capital Improvements, 2016-2021 ProjectTarget Year Estimated Cost Funding Source Finish Hagen Dock 2016 -2017$1,070,000 CDBG, other harbor grants, and town New fire station2019-2021$1 million Loans, grants, and town matching funds. Water CompanyUntil 20211$1 millionMaine Drinking Water Program, CDBG, grants and, loans

19. LOOKING FURTHER OUT Proposed Capital Improvements, 2022-2038 ProjectTarget Year Preliminary Cost Estimates * Funding Source Colwell Ramp2026$400,000Grants & Savings Establish road reserve fundAnnually$15,000Town Fish Pier Expansion/Harbor Dredging 2030$500,000 US Army Corps of Engineers Sanitary District2025-2026$1,600,000 Grants, Savings, and Loans Upgrade Oceanville and Indian Point Roads 2028$100,000Loans Upgrade other road segments w/oceanside exposures 2028-35$100,000Loans * NOTE: The expenditures are preliminary estimates and subject to change. All municipal expenditures are subject to town meeting approval.

20. THIS IS IN ADDITION TO Annual town operating costs. The school budget Existing debt Potential cuts in state revenue sharing and other sources of funds.

21. QUESTIONS FOR YOU What Are the Most Pressing Needs? What is Missing? What Should be Postponed?