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Fort Williams Park
The Town of Cape Elizabeth, Maine
Master Plan Update 2021
RECOMMENDATIONS
DRAFT for Committee Review and Discussion
DRAFT
MARCH 17, 2021TEAM
Richardson & Associates, Landscape Architects
11 Middle Street, Saco, Maine
Todd Richardson, Principal
Kenneth Studtmann, Project Manager
Simons Architects
75 York Street, Portland, Maine
Kayla Caron, Architect
Gorilll Palmer
707 Sable Oaks Drive, Suite 30, South Portland, Maine
William Haskell, Principal
COMMITTEE
Fort Williams Park Committee
Jim Kerney, Chair of Fort Williams Park Committee
Mark Russell
Kenneth Pierce
Lauren Springer
Suzanne McGinn
Doreen Theriault
Cape Elizabeth_ Community Services
Katy Raftice, Director of Community Services
Special Thanks,
Thank you to all the Participants in the User Groups Interviews, Chris Cutter, Fort
Williams Coordinator, Jeanne Gross, Director of Portland Head Light,
Bob Malley, Former Public Works Director, and the general Public.
Fort Williams Park
Master Plan Update 2021A site master plan is a dynamic long-term planning document that provides a conceptual layout to guide
future growth and development. The master planning is about making the connection between buildings, social
settings, and their surrounding environments.Table of Content_ Recommendations 01 Fort Williams Park 2021 Master Plan Update Goals 02 Overview of Park by Area 03 Recommendations by Area 04 Architectural Recommendations- Cape Elizabeth Center at Fort Williams Park 05 Architectural Recommendations- General Recommendations 06 General Recommendations 07 Park Governance / Management
Fort Williams Park 2021 Master Plan Updated Goals
1. Prioritize and enhance the Park for the year-round enjoyment of all local residents.
2. Advance safe access, circulation and easy way-finding for all Park visitors.
3. Preserve, Protect, Promote and Enhance the Park’s natural, scenic and historic resources.
Establish a long-term sustainability plan to maintain the quality of the Park.02 Overview of Park by Area Fort Williams Park Master Plan Update 2021
# Zones
Overview of Park by Area/ Zones (Zones Identified by Distinct Zones through Site Characteristics (either by Topogra-
phy, Vegetation, or other Features) and by how it is Used)
(See Site Analysis, Dated 1/28/2021)
4 Areas
(Grouping of Zones into Distinct and Identifiable Areas)
North Section of Park
1. The Meadow
2. Field Ship Cove
3 3. Goddard Mansion / Chapel Road Preserve
4. Battery Keys
Mid-Plateau Section of Park
5. Overflow Parking
2 6. Parade’s Ground / Parking
North Section of Park 7.Children’s Garden
8. Officer’s Row
1 Central Section of Park
9. Picnic Shelter
10. Picnic Table Area
11. Pickle Ball Courts
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5 South Section of Park
12. Offices/ Town Buildings/ Playground
6 16 13. Athletic Fields
14. Southwest Preserve/ Battery Gareche
Mid-Plateau Section of Park
Water Front Section of Park
9 15. Water Front_ Greens at Former Barracks
Water Front Section of Park 16. Battery Knoll Lawn
Central Section of Park 17. Cliff Walk/ Cliffside
7 8 18
10 18. Central Parking Lot/ Battery Blaire/ Portland Head Light
11 18
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South Section of Park 13
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Fort Williams Park
Master Plan Update 2021 Overview of Park Zones and Areas03 Recommendations by Area
Legend
High Level of Probable Investment
Medium Level of Probable Investment
Low Level of Probable Investment
Fort Williams Park
Master Plan Update 2021NORTH SECTION OF PARK
Battery Keys
4
Goddard Mansion
3
2 Ship Cove
The Meadow
1
Fort Williams Park
Master Plan Update 202129
Recommendations
NORTH SECTION 28
Entrance
1. Improve and enhance the aesthetics of the Park’s entrance by adding native plant
material at the main entry gate and entry sign.
2. Plant native tree and shrub species to extend the Chapel Hill Preserve towards the
26 Battery Park’s entrance along the fence line running along Shore road to promote and expand the
27 Keyes ecological diversity throughout the Park. Use Native trees and understory plant material.
Powers Road
See Cape Elizabeth Center at FWP 28
3. Install granite curbs along the entire length of Power’s Road to provide vertical
Alternatives separation and improve pedestrian and vehicular safety.
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25
21 4. Provide selective breaks in the existing guard rail along Power’s Road to facilitate north-
Goddard Mansion south pedestrian movement. Add cross walks across Power’s road as needed.
24 5. Provide pockets of native vegetation on the backside of the guard rail along Power’s
Road to reduce the visual impact of the continuous guardrail.
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6. Re-engineer and realign the portion of the road between the Ship Cove parking lot and
23
Whitney Road to improve the horizontal and vertical alignment, and to increase pedestrian
and vehicle separation and safety.
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The Meadow
18 12 7. Increase the depth of loam throughout the Meadow or aerate and over-seed the lawn
14 13
area to improve the quality lawn throughout the Meadow.
16 Cove
Chapel Hill 8. Provide paths throughout the Meadow to improve and facilitate pedestrian movement.
Preserve 15
Ship Cove
17 18
11 10 9. Establish a new entrance with sign and plantings, a new road, and a new parking
lot. Remove the parking lot from in front of the cove and move to the north side of the
17 9
Meadow and beyond the Shoreland Zone.
10. Establish a new and expanded park space and vegetated buffer at the Cove that has
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9 direct access to the water.
11. Develop a new and expanded playground (for all ages) at the edge of Chapel Road
Preserve.
20 9
12. Develop a new Ship Cove picnic platform that responds to its presence on the shore by
17 The Meadow 6
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installing plant material on the back side and edges of this new picnic platform.
13. Develop a transitional node at the intersection of the paths at the beginning of the
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walk to Battery Keyes and Goddard Mansion which includes a kiosk with signage such as
d interpretative panels and maps.
R oa
wers 14. Provide a clear pedestrian circulation path system by simplifying and reducing the
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Po number of paths leading from the parking area to Battery Keyes, Goddard Mansion and the
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portable toilets.
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15. Explore the idea of adding a new community focused facility (See Cape Elizabeth
Center at FWP alternatives) with associated parking. This hub can increase opportunities for
community programming and office space, introduce bathroom facilities within the park,
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3
See Mid-Plateau Section for Recommendations and add potential park revenue streams.
1 16. Improve the screening of the portable toilets with new wood, screening and planting
The Entrance material.
Chapel Hill Preserve / Chapel Hill Road
1
17. Manage invasive plant species and add trails throughout the Chapel Hill Preserve.
Fort Williams Park
Master Plan Update 2021 Recommendations_ North Section of ParkRecommendations / Goals Matrix
North Section Recommendations
18. Re-build Chapel Hill Road and sidewalk to provide safe access. Install a drop-off zone
and designated parking area at Goddard Mansion. 2021 MASTER PLAN GOALS
19. Expose and celebrate the natural and cultural features within Chapel Hill. 1. Community: Prioritize and enhance the Park for the year-round enjoyment of all local residents.
20. Improve the sight lines at the Chapel Road/ Shore Road intersection by removing 2. Access: Advance safe access, circulation and easy way-finding for all Park Visitors.
ledge and vegetation along Shore Road. 3. Resources: Preserve, protect, promote, and enhance the Park's natural, scenic and historic resources.
Future: Establish a long-term sustainability plan to maintin the quality of the Park.
Goddard Mansion
21. Determine the appropriate level of preservation and access to Goddard Mansion. RECOMMENDATIONS Level of Investment Goals
Option A (Secure it) - Replace the existing fence with more permanent high Community Access Resources
quality fencing in the building’s apertures. Consult a Structural Engineer to evaluate 1. Enhance entrance x x x
stabilization needs for the immediate entry vestibule and steps, and adjacent overhead 2. Extend Chapel Hill Preserve x x x
structure. Make minimal structural improvements to allow for superficial access to the 3. Install granite curb along Power’s Road x x
stoop. 4. Provide N-S access across Power’s Road x x
Option B (Access to the a Portion of the Interior) - Consult a Structural Engineer 5. Provide plant pockets along Power’s Road x x
to evaluate the stabilization and structural needs to stabilize the central portion of the 6. Re-engineer Power’s Road x x
exterior and interior of the building to allow for limited and controlled access only into the 7. Increase loam depth x x x
main section of the structure. No access is granted to the barn portion of the structure. 8. Provide circulation through the Meadow x
Option C (Historic Relic- Front Wall) - Consult a Structural Engineer to evaluate 9. Establish a new Ship Cove entrance and parking x x x
stabilization and structural needs to remove all but the front wall of the Mansion to 10. Establish an improved water front space x x
establish an ruin artifact of the past. Establish an outdoor space as part of the wall. Add 11. Develop fully integrated playground x
Interpretive panels. 12. Develop a new Ship Cove picnic platform x x x
13. Develop transitional nodes to Battery Keyes x x
22. Develop a small exterior overlook on the east side of the mansion to provide a safe 14. Provide a clear pedestrian circulation system x x
and secure place with filtered views of the water. 15. Possible add a new Community Center x x
23. Eliminate excessive asphalt paving at the Mansion and replace with native vegetation 16. Improve screening of Porta Potties. x
and lawn area to provide additional event space and / or overlook. 17. Manage Invasive species in Chapel Hill Preserve (CHP) x
24. Add native plant material along the property line to provide a visual, vegetated buffer. 18. Re-build Chapel Hill Road x x
25. Plant the slopes on the east side of the mansion to provide safe, secure, and 19. Expose and Celebrate Natural and cultural features in CHP x
designated access and to reduce the erosion. 20. Improve sight lines at Chapel Hill Road/ Shore Road Intersection x
21. Goddam Mansion Preservation (3 Options) x x x
Battery Keyes 22. Develop an overlook at backside of Mansion x x x
26.Determine the appropriate level of preservation and access to Battery Keyes.
23. Reduce imperviouis surface at Mansion x x x
Option A (Secure It) - Add a fence in the apertures and door ways to restrict
24. Add vegetated buffer along property line x
access. Consult a Structural Engineer to determine how to repair the steps and handrails
25. Plant slope on back side of Mansion x x x
to provide safe access to top of the Battery.
26. Battery Keyes Preservation_ (3 Options) x x x
Option B (Removal and Add Overlook) - Remove all or a portion of the battery
27. Reduce impervious surface and establish open space at Battery Keyes x x x
and replace with a new overlook that reinterprets the battery and creates a safe viewing
28. Remove invasives/ Re-plant Shoreline x x x
platform.
29. Provide safe rocky shore access x x x
27. Reduce the width of the road leading to the battery to an 8’ wide walking path. Add
seating opportunities along this approach to the battery, and remove excessive pavement
in front of the battery to establish an open space.
28. Remove any invasive plant material and add native plant material along the shore’s
edge to reduce erosion and stabilize the shore’s edge.
29. Provide safe, controlled access points to the rocky shore - See General
Recommendations.
Fort Williams Park
Master Plan Update 2021 Recommendations_ North Section of ParkAerial_ Existing Conditions
Chapel Hill Preserve
Entrance
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Fort Williams Park
Master Plan Update 2021 Recommendations_ North Section of ParkAerial_ Proposed Recommendations Diagram
Entrance and Chapel Hill Preserve
Chapel Hill Preserve Enhancements
Entrance
Ch
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Goddard Mansion Improvements
New Playground
Po Goddard Mansion
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Improved Larger Park Space at
Water’s Edge
Battery Keyes Improvements and
Battery Keyes Naturalization of Area
Ship Cove
Road and Pedestrian Path
Improvements
Cove
This Diagram Illustrates in Diagram
Form Only the Overarching
Recommendations. See Plan for Full
Recommendations Descriptions.
LEGEND
Physical Improvement
Circulation (Pedestrian)
Landscape/ Vegetation Improvement
Fort Williams Park
Master Plan Update 2021 Recommendations_ North Section of ParkMID-PLATEAU SECTION OF PARK
5 Overflow Parking
Parade Ground
6
Officer’s Row
Children’s 8
7 Garden / Pond /
Tennis court
Fort Williams Park
Master Plan Update 2021MID-PLATEAU SECTION OF PARK Recommendations
Overflow Parking
See Cape Elizabeth 30. Establish paved parking in the area that is currently Overflow
Center at FWP Parking. Expand the parking lot towards the Children’s Garden.
Alternatives Remove and relocate the existing parking in the east end of the
Parade Ground to the newly paved Overflow Parking Lot. Eliminate
See North Section for Recommendations 32 34
the road leading to the Overflow Parking lot (Wheatly Road) and
30 utilize the existing road system, where possible gain access to the
newly paved parking in the Overflow Parking lot. Eliminate the
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section of road that extends beyond the overflow parking area and
is behind the Children’s Garden to reduce unnecessary impervious
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39 surfaces.
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31. Establish a “green” corridor (native trees and shrubs) from the
parking lot down to Powers Road along the north side of the new
Overflow Parking
Parade Ground Overflow Parking lot. Establish a wide path with this corridor to allow
for east-west pedestrian and bike circulation.
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35 32 32. Establish a North – South path across this section of the Park.
35
Repair the steps and path leading from the Overflow Parking lot area
30 45
down the slope towards the Pump Station.
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33. Establish a node and information kiosk at the Overflow Parking lot
as both an organizing site element and to display Park information
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37 and maps.
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34. Eliminate the old fort wall associated with the Fort’s former
hospital and crumbling steps. Re-grade and establish a new park
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45 space.
43
Parade Ground
42 See Central Section for Recommendations 35. Bleachers- Consider the following Options
(Option A: Integration) - Integrate the bleachers into site by adding
Children’s Garden 41 44
plants (trees and shrubs) between the parking area and bleachers.
32
Repair or replace the existing bleachers to provide a safe and stable
See Cape Elizabeth Center at FWP bleacher area. Establish an ADA accessible path from the parking
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Alternatives area to the bleachers.
(Option B: Relocate) – Consider a new location (See Waterfront
Section) for the bleachers.
45 36. Establish the existing road that runs along the south side of the
parade ground as a walking promenade. Provide seating nodes and
trees and plant pods. Add water and electrical infrastructure along
this new promenade.
37. Ball Field
(Option A: Remain) – Leave the ball field as is.
(Option B: Relocate) – Relocate the ball field and related facilities to
a location outside the park and integrate the field into the Town’s
other facilities. Loam and seed the area to establish lawn area.
Fort Williams Park
Master Plan Update 2021
Recommendations_ Mid-Plateau Section of ParkMid Plateau Section Recommendations
Recommendations / Goals Matrix
38. Establish a new Park Space at the terminus of the
parade ground to provide a vendor hub, picnic and
gathering area. 2021 MASTER PLAN GOALS
39. Add loam and re-seed to establish a healthier lawn
1. Community: Prioritize and enhance the Park for the year-round enjoyment of all local residents.
area.
2. Access: Advance safe access, circulation and easy way-finding for all Park Visitors.
3. Resources: Preserve, protect, promote, and enhance the Park's natural, scenic and historic resources.
Children’s Garden / Skating Pond / Tennis Court Future: Establish a long-term sustainability plan to maintin the quality of the Park.
40.Hire a pond consultant to evaluate and repair the
pond’s environment, pumps and surrounding walls. Add RECOMMENDATIONS Level of Investment Goals
native plant material around the edges of the pond.
Community Access Resources
41. Re-locate the tennis courts next to the pickleball
30. Develop Permenant Parking at Overflow Parking x x
courts to establish an active recreation hub. Build a new 31. Establish Green Corridor/ Circulation x x x
picnic shelter that can serve as a warming hut for winter
32. Establish N-S Circulation x x
skating.
33. Establish Node/ Kiosk x x
42. The Children’s Garden is a major park asset and
34. Develop New Park Space x x x
needs to continue to be maintained with the support
35. Bleacher Options x x
of Friends of FWP. The Town should consider financial
36. Develop Walking Promenade x x
support to continue to assist the Friends of FWP’s efforts.
37. Ball Fields Option x
43. Consider re-locating the existing playground near the
38. Develop Park Space - Terminus of Parade Ground x x x
Town’s maintenance buildings to the North side of the
39. Add Loam and Seed x x
Children’s Garden to support the play activity in that area.
40. Repair Pond x x
41. Re-locateTennis Court x
Officer’s ROW
42. Maintain Children's Garden x x
44. Introduce new native tree and shrub species
43. Re-Locate Playground x
throughout the area (as per report by Mike Duddy, 2016)
44. Tree Planting x x
to establish the next generation of tree growth. Reduce
45. Add Plantings at Band Shelter x x
the mowing practice in this area to establish a tall grass,
meadow area. Over-seed the area with a conservation
and/or meadow seed mix.
45. Add native plant material around base of band shelter
to better integrate the structure into the landscape.
Recommendations_ Mid-Plateau Section of ParkAerial_ Existing Conditions
Parade Ground
Children’s Garden
Officer’s ROW
Pond
Fort Williams Park
Master Plan Update 2021 Recommendations_ Mid-Plateau Section of ParkAerial_ Proposed Recommendations Diagram
LEGEND
Physical Improvement
Circulation (Pedestrian)
Landscape/ Vegetation Improvement
See North Section New Park Space
New Pedestrian Circulation and
Green Corridor
Parade Ground
New Parking Lot and Road
New Kiosk / Node
New Shelter/ Outdoor Space;
Children’s Garden Possible Warming Hut for Winter Skating
Officer’s ROW
Re-located Playground from Maintenance Building
Area to Children’s Garden
Pond
Re-Located Tennis Court
Improved Pond
See South Section
This Diagram Illustrates in Diagram
Form Only the Overarching
Recommendations. See Plan for Full
Recommendations Descriptions.
Fort Williams Park
Master Plan Update 2021 Recommendations_ Mid-Plateau Section of ParkCape Elizabeth Center at FWP Alternative
View
New Facility
Battery Lawn / Knoll
Parade Ground
Battery Lawn / Knoll
Picnic Shelter
Outdoor Space
Parade Ground
New Facility
Outdoor Space
Parade Ground
Kitty’s Point
Option 2_ Cape Elizabeth Center at FWP at Terminus of Parade Ground Option 2_ Aerial: Existing Conditions
Fort Williams Park
Master Plan Update 2021 Recommendations_ Mid-Plateau Section of ParkCape Elizabeth Center at FWP Alternative
Parade Ground
Parade Ground
Children’s Garden
Children’s Garden
New Facility
Officer’s ROW
New Facility
Outdoor Space
Pond Officer’s ROW
Pond
Option 3_ Cape Elizabeth Center at FWP at Pond Option 3_ Existing Conditions
Fort Williams Park
Master Plan Update 2021 Recommendations_ Mid-Plateau Section of ParkCENTRAL SECTION OF PARK
Picnic Shelter
9
Picnic Table Area
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Pickleball Court
Fort Williams Park
Master Plan Update 2021CENTRAL SECTION OF PARK Recommendations
Picnic Shelter and Parking Lot
46. Add native plant material around the Picnic Shelter and
on the edges of the access road leading up to the shelter to
enhance and integrate it into the landscape.
47. Consider removing the parking lot and developing a new
See Water Front Section for Recommendations park space with picnic tables and associated amenities.
47A. Add fill material to raise the grade of the parking lot area
to the street level. Eliminate the spur road allowing vehicles
See Mid-Plateau Section for Recommendations access to the current parking lot.
47 B. Continue to provide vehicular access to the Picnic Shelter
47 D with the vehicle access immediately off Powers Road.
47 C. Add additional pedestrian crosswalks across Powers road
to provide safe crossings points.
47 A
47 D. Remove the existing brick storage building on the edge
Picnic Shelter 47 C
of the parking lot.
46
46 47 B
46 Pickleball Court / Tennis Court
48. Establish an expanded active recreation court area
49 48A. Re-orient the pickleball courts to N-S direction to improve
the playing experience. Establish a seating area outside of the
Pickleball Courts courts for people to wait and view on-going matches.
48B. Re-locate the (2) tennis courts from the pond area to this
49 new active recreation area. Place the courts in a N-S orientation
48 A
adjacent the pickleball courts and at the terminus of the Picnic
48 B Shelter area to at the terminus of the common grounds.
See Cape Elizabeth Center at
FWP Alternatives Paths
49. Provide additional N-S Paths. Add steps and ramps with
49
handrails where needed.
See Back/ South Section for Recommendations
Fort Williams Park
Master Plan Update 2021 Recommendations Central Section of ParkRecommendations / Goals Matrix
Central Section Recommendations
2021 MASTER PLAN GOALS
1. Community: Prioritize and enhance the Park for the year-round enjoyment of all local residents.
2. Access: Advance safe access, circulation and easy way-finding for all Park Visitors.
3. Resources: Preserve, protect, promote, and enhance the Park's natural, scenic and historic resources.
Future: Establish a long-term sustainability plan to maintin the quality of the Park.
RECOMMENDATIONS Level of Investment Goals
Community Access Resources
46. Add Planting at Picnic Shelter x x
47. Add Fill at Picnic Shelter Parking Lot ` x x
48. Establish an Expanded Active Recreation Court Area x x
49. Add N-S Paths/ Circulation x x
Fort Williams Park
Master Plan Update 2021 Recommendations Central Section of ParkAerial_ Existing Conditions
Pickleball Courts
Officer’s ROW
Parade Ground
Central Parking Lot
(Parking Lot Shown is Not Current- Shown as Displayed in Picnic Shelter
Most Recent Google Earth Fly Over)
Fort Williams Park
Master Plan Update 2021 Recommendations Central Section of ParkAerial_ Proposed Recommendations Diagram
LEGEND
Physical Improvement
Circulation (Pedestrian)
Landscape/ Vegetation Improvement
New and Improved Pickleball and
Tennis Courts
Pickleball Courts
Officer’s ROW
Tree Planting and New Mowing
Practice
Central Parking Lot
Parade Ground
Improved Park Space- Picnic Area
(Parking Lot Shown Uses the Most Recent Google Earth Fly Over
with Photoshop Modifications - Shown for Graphic Representation
Only, Not As-Built Conditions) New Road Alignment
Landscape Improvements at Picnic
Picnic Shelter Shelter
New Lower Park Space at Picnic Shelter
New Park Space- Vendors, Picnic
Area, Gathering Area
This Diagram Illustrates in Diagram
Form Only the Overarching
Recommendations. See Plan for Full
Recommendations Descriptions.
Fort Williams Park
Master Plan Update 2021 Recommendations Central Section of ParkCape Elizabeth Center at FWP Alternative
Tennis Courts
Pickleball
Court
Pond
Tennis Courts
New Facility
Maintenance / Parking
Pickleball Courts
Playground
Outdoor Space
New Facility
Outdoor
Sports Field Space
Play Ground
Option 4_ Cape Elizabeth Center at FWP at Terminus of Picnic Shelter/ Officer’s Row
Option 4_ Existing Conditions
Fort Williams Park
Master Plan Update 2021 Recommendations Central Section of ParkSOUTH SECTION OF PARK
12 Town Operations/ Playground
13
Sports Field
Southwest Preserve
14
Fort Williams Park
Master Plan Update 2021SOUTH SECTION OF PARK Recommendations
Playground / Maintenance
See Central Section for 50. Remove the existing playground in this area and re-locate it to the
Recommendations north side of the Children’s Garden to provide a more complete play
environment.
51. Re-organize the parking lot to establish more parking in an
efficient manner.
52. Establish a node and information kiosk on the edge of the parking
lot as both an organizing site element and to display Park information
and maps.
Central Parking Lot
53. Remove the existing long storage shed (Officer’s Garage) to
another Town owned and operated facility.
54. Establish a new and smaller lay down area for the Park’s use.
Remove all Public work piles to other Public work facilities.
51
Southwest Preserve
50 55. Remove non-native species from Southwest preserve and
establish a trail system throughout the preserve.
56. Provide seating pods along the existing road around the
52 Southwest preserve.
53
51
58 57. Establish a planted buffer along the south property line.
59
54
58. Establish a new picnic shelter on the east side of the existing
See Water Front Section for sports field.
Existing Sports Field Recommendations
Park Entrance
59.Establish a bus, coach and trolley only entrance off Shore Road
to minimize the visual impact of the buses, coaches, and trollies
throughout the Park.
55 Existing
Lay-down
Area
Southwest Preserve
57
56
56 57
Fort Williams Park
Master Plan Update 2021 Recommendations_ South Section of ParkRecommendations / Goals Matrix
South Section Recommendations
2021 MASTER PLAN GOALS
1. Community: Prioritize and enhance the Park for the year-round enjoyment of all local residents.
2. Access: Advance safe access, circulation and easy way-finding for all Park Visitors.
3. Resources: Preserve, protect, promote, and enhance the Park's natural, scenic and historic resources.
Future: Establish a long-term sustainability plan to maintain the quality of the Park.
RECOMMENDATIONS Level of Investment Goals
Community Access Resources
50. Re-Locate Playground to Children's Garden x
51. Re-organize Parking Lot x x
52. Establish a Node/ Informational Kiosk x x
53. Remove Storage Shed (Officer's Garage) x x
54. Re-locate Laydown Area x
55. Remove Invasive Species / Trails in SW Preserve x
56. Add Seating Pods x
57. Add Planting Buffer x x
58. Add New Picnic Shelter at Sports Field x x
59. Bus Only Entrance x x
Recommendations_ South Section of ParkAerial_ Existing Conditions
Sports Field
Maintenance Buildings
Playground
Southwest Preserve
Fort Williams Park
Master Plan Update 2021 Recommendations_ South Section of ParkAerial_ Proposed Recommendations Diagram
LEGEND
Physical Improvement
Circulation (Pedestrian)
Landscape/ Vegetation Improvement
See Waterfront Section
Central Parking Lot
New Overlook
See Central Section
Sports Field
New Parking Layout
New Trails in Southwest Preserve
Southwest Preserve
New Smaller Park Lay-down Area
Bus, Trolley, Coach Entrance and
Road to Central Parking Lot
This Diagram Illustrates in Diagram
Form Only the Overarching
Recommendations. See Plan for Full
Recommendations Descriptions.
Recommendations_ South Section of ParkWATER FRONT SECTION OF PARK
17
Cliff Walk /Cliffside
16
Battery Knoll
Central Parking/ Battery
Blaire / Portland Head
18 Light
15
The Green
Fort Williams Park
Master Plan Update 2021WATER FRONT SECTION OF PARK 60 Recommendations
Cliff Walk/ Cliff Side
60. Eliminate the drop-off along Powers Road at Cliffside.
61. Extend the upper Cliff Side walk along the back side of Battery
Garesche. Add native plant species in place of lawn along the Cliff
62 Side.
62. Re-set the benches that sit too high to a normal seating height.
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63. Establish an overlook on the back side of Battery DeHart to
capture the amazing views from this location. 64. Re-align the
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Cliff Walk /Cliffside section of Powers Road that leads to the central parking lot.
64. Re-engineer and realign Powers Road from the Picnic Shelter
parking lot to the Central Parking lot.
65. Separate the sidewalk from Powers Road to provide for greater
vehicular and pedestrian safety.
66. Plant slope with native species.
See Mid-Plateau Section for Recommendations
The Greens
Battery Knoll 67. Establish a strong entrance to the existing Cliffwalk- Add a
65 Information Kiosk at the trail entrance. Establish a southern section
of the Cliff Walk; South of the Portland Head Light through The
Greens.
68. Develop an amphitheater on the back side of Battery Blaire’s
See Central Section for Recommendations 64 63
slope facing the water. This amphitheater can either replace or
complement the existing bleachers in the Parade Ground.
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67 69. Develop an overlook at the former Gun Shooting Range to
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capture the long views to the ocean.
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70. Add loam on top of the existing lawn and re-seed to promote a
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healthy lawn.
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71 74
Centralized Parking Lot
71. Integrate Greeter’s Shed- Add plant material. Develop an
Central Parking integrated Greeter’s Shed and kiosk area both as an organizing site
Battery Blaire 67
element and to display Park information and maps.
72. Add plant material (Trees and Shrubs) on the edges of parking
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lot to enhance the aesthetics and screen the parking lot.
73. Provide better screening for the portable toilets.
70 Portland Head Light
74. Relocate vendor area to a new hub/ plaza that includes historic
interpretation opportunities, gift shop and vendors, interpretation
See Back/ South Section for Recommendations The Green kiosks, and seating opportunities. Develop a wide walking
promenade from the Central Parking lot and Portland Head Light
to this new hub.
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75. Remove Staff parking from Portland Head light; Handicap
parking stalls to remain.
76. Restrict trolley access to Captain Stroud Circle. Provide a gate
with sign at the road leading down to the Portland Head Light.
Fort Williams Park
Master Plan Update 2021 Recommendations_ Water Front Section of ParkRecommendations / Goals Matrix
Water Front Section Recommendations
2021 MASTER PLAN GOALS
1. Community: Prioritize and enhance the Park for the year-round enjoyment of all local residents.
2. Access: Advance safe access, circulation and easy way-finding for all Park Visitors.
3. Resources: Preserve, protect, promote, and enhance the Park's natural, scenic and historic resources.
Future: Establish a long-term sustainability plan to maintain the quality of the Park.
RECOMMENDATIONS Level of Investment Goals
Community Access Resources
60. Eliminate Drop-Off at Cliff Side x x x
61. Extend Cliff Walk at Battery Garesche x x x
62. Reset Benches at Cliff Walk x
63. Establish an Overlook at Battery DeHart x x x
64. Re-Align Powers Road x x
65. Provide Separation between Sidewalk and Road x
66. Plant Slope x x
67. Establish Southern Section of Cliff Walk x x
68. Develop an Amphitheater on Back Side of Battery Blaire x x
69. Develop an Overlook x x
70. Add Loam and Seed x x
71. Enhance the Greeters' Area x
72. Planting at Central Parking Lot x
73. Screen Portable Toilets x
74. Establish a New Park Hub for Vendors and Park Function x x x
75. Remove Staff Parking at Portland Head Light x
76. Restrict Trollies to Portland Head Light x
77. Add Native Plants at Captain Stroud Circle x x
Fort Williams Park
Master Plan Update 2021 Recommendations_ Water Front Section of ParkAerial_ Existing Conditions
Central Parking Lot
(Parking Lot Shown is Not Current- Shown as Displayed in
Most Recent Google Earth Fly Over)
The Greens Battery Blaire
Battery DeHart
Cliff Walk
Portland Head Light
Fort Williams Park
Master Plan Update 2021 Recommendations_ Water Front Section of ParkAerial_ Proposed Recommendations Diagram LEGEND
Physical Improvement
Circulation (Pedestrian)
See SW Preserve Section
Landscape/
Vegetation Improvement
Central Parking Lot
(Parking Lot Shown Uses the Most Recent Google Earth Fly Over
with Photoshop Modifications - Shown for Graphic Representation
Only, Not As-Built Conditions)
The Greens
Improved Overlook
Battery Blaire
Improved Greeter’s Center/
Kiosk
New Amphitheater
New Park Hub/ Node; Vendors,
Gathering, Kiosk
Battery DeHart
Improved Captain Stroud Circle/
Circulation
New Overlook
Cliff Walk Trail Head/ Kiosk
Cliff Walk
(See Next (2) Pages
Portland Head Light
This Diagram Illustrates in Diagram
Form Only the Overarching
Recommendations. See Plan for Full
Recommendations Descriptions.
Recommendations_ Water Front Section of ParkAerial_ Existing Conditions of North Section of Cliff Walk
Battery DeHart
Battery Sullivan
Battery Garesche
Cliff Walk
Recommendations_ Water Front Section of ParkAerial_ Proposed Recommendations Diagram
Battery DeHart
Cliff Walk
Extend Cliff Walk Trail System
Establish an Overlook
Re-Naturalize Area
This Diagram Illustrates in Diagram
Form Only the Overarching
Recommendations. See Plan for Full
Recommendations Descriptions.
Recommendations_ Water Front Section of Park04 Architectural Recommendations - Cape Elizabeth Center at
FWP Alternatives
Fort Williams Park
Master Plan Update 2021Survey Response (from Questionnaire) Schematic Program /Approximate SF
Through the Analysis work with user’s groups and survey the Consultants understand that Potential Interior Spaces 1,750 SF - 2,100 SF
the CE community has a desire to have the park more focused on the community. Any Lobby/ Entry Vestibule
inclusion of a Facility within the park should be community focused and include bathroom Meeting Rooms
facilities. Below are the results from the Survey. Small Museum / History Area
Function Room (Rental Potential)
Community Room
Visitor Center_ 70% No / 30% Yes Medium and Small Sized Meeting Rooms
Permanent Bathroom Facility_ 70% Yes / 30% No Support / Service Interior Spaces 1,275 SF - 1,620 SF
Staff Work Spaces / Volunteer Receptions / Offices
Value of a Community Focused Facility Maintenance / Custodial Room
Storage
Mechanical Room
Informational Hub for the Community Kitchen / Catering Area
Trash / Recycling
Community Programs / Event Spaces AV Room
Circulation
Restroom - Single User, Unisex, ADA Compliant
Educational/ Promotional Opportunities
Exterior Spaces 1,125 SF - 1,350 SF
Museum / Interpretation Opportunity Exterior Storage
Exterior Restrooms
Exterior Sinks
Orientation/ Organizing Element for the Park
Total (APPROXIMATE RANGE) 4,150 SF - 5,070 SF
Offices - Town/ Staff/ Community/ FWP Committee/ Friends of FWP
Note: This is a program listed above is conceptual and shows an approximate range of square foot sizes
which is expected to fluctuate depending on location and feedback from the FWP Committee, Town of Cape
Income Generating Source Elizabeth, and others.
Possible Scenarios
A child is enrolled in an outdoor education class facilitated by the Friends of FWP, while one parent is playing a Pickleball and another parent and child is walking their dog.
There is a historical walking tour that starts at the facility. As people gather, family members are playing on the playground or mucking around on the edge of the pond.
Family Fun Day is a sponsoring an event the utilizes the facility.
Fort Williams Park
Master Plan Update 2021
Recommendations_ Purpose, Schematic Program, SizeGoddard Mansion
New Facility
Cliff Walk
Parade Ground
New Facility
Cliffside
Picnic Shelter
Battery Knoll Lawn
Ship Cove
Portland Head Light
Entrance
Central Parking Lot
Option 1_ At Ship Cove Option 2_ At Terminus of Parade Ground
Site/ Park Integration Site/ Park Integration
(+) The building location engages a unique part of the Park with a direct access to the Park’s natu- (+) The Building is centrally located within the Park.
ral, scenic and historic resources. (+) The building capitalizes on significant and wide panoramic views in this location.
(+) Capitalizes the long views to the Ocean. (+) The building and the outdoor spaces establish a strong terminus for the Parade
(+/-) The building is highly visible from Powers road. Ground.
(+) Potential to nestle the building into the hillside to minimize the visual impact- Potential of hav- (+) The outdoor spaces is able to flow out onto the open lawn areas at the Parade Ground.
ing one floor visible on the high side of the slope and two floors visible on low side of the slope.
(-) The building is close to the Park’s South property line which may present noise issues with the Function / Program
abutting neighbors. (+) The building and outdoor spaces has the ability to serve community events that actively
use the Parade Ground such as the Family Fun Day.
Function / Program (+) The building’s outdoor spaces can support Vendors.
(+) The building is able to support the wedding venue at Goddard Mansion. (+) The building location is highly visible.
(+) The building can support and range of education opportunities and programs that relate to the (+) The building location compliments the Picnic Shelter and Kitty’s Point.
park; historic, environmental. (+) The centralize location offers a bathroom facility to all visitors.
(-) Utilities currently do not exist in this location, but the connection to Town sewer is close.
(+) The building is close to parking at Ship Cove.
(+) There is the potential to have a separate entrance with the use of Chapel Hill Road. - Useful for
nighttime activities.
(-) The bathroom facility is weighted to the northern section of the park.
Fort Williams Park
Master Plan Update 2021 Recommendations_ Cape Elizabeth Center at FWP AlternativesParade Ground Picnic Shelter
Children’s Garden
Pond Central Parking Lot
Officer’s Row
New Facility
New Facility
Pond
Picnic Shelter
Option 3_ At the Pond Option 4_ “Middle” Space Between the Pond and the SW Preserve
Site/ Park Integration Site/ Park Integration
(+) The Building becomes an integral element to the Children’s Garden, Pond and the Parade Ground- Supports the (+) An new building compliments the existing building pods and establishes a campus of
activities in those areas. buildings.
(+) The character of the area is a quiet, removed from the busyness of the Park – Feels Community Centered. (+) The building is the “bookend” to the picnic shelter.
(+) The views from the building captures the views of the Pond and the long views down the Parade Ground. (+) The building becomes the “middle” space between the Children’s Garden and the
Southwest Preserve.
Function / Program
(+) The building functions year-round- Warming hut/ concessions to the ice rink in the winter Function / Program
(+) A small parking lot can be developed close to the building to accommodate accessible parking stalls. (+) The existing playground could remain in place and become integrated into the build-
(+) Vehicle access is able to utilize existing road infrastructure and the former gate entrance. ing’s outdoor environment.
(-) The ball diamond may have to re-located depending on site and building needs and size. (+) Parking for the facility can utilize existing parking in the area.
(+) The building can support a wide range of outdoor activities and programs. (+/-) The tennis courts remain in place in this alternative.
(-/+) The Tennis courts need to be relocated. (+) Utilities to this area exist, but need to be updated.
(-) The bathroom facility is weighted to the Southern section of the Park. (-) The bathroom facility is weighted to the Southern section of the Park.
DRAFT PLAN - Plan Graphics to be Updated
Fort Williams Park
Master Plan Update 2021 Recommendations_ Cape Elizabeth Center at FWP AlternativesBattery DeHart
Pickleball Courts
Pond
Central Parking Lot
Tennis Courts
Central
Parking
Lot Battery Blaire
New Facility
Pond
The Green
Picnic Shelter (New)
Option 5_ Leveraging the Existing Buildings Option 6_ Central Parking Lot
Site/ Park Integration Site/ Park Integration
(+) Leverage the existing buildings and re-purpose the Fort’s former Bachelor Officer’s (+/-) The building is close the Central Parking lot
Quarters and the Field Officer’s Quarter building. (-) This location may feel like it “tips the scale” towards serving the tourists.
(+) Possibly add a small one story building to supplement the campus of buildings. (+) Parking for the facility can capitalize on the parking existing in the central parking lot.
(+) The building becomes the “middle” space between the Children’s Garden and the
Southwest Preserve. Function / Program
(+) The buildings become a campus of buildings serving various Park functions. (+) The surrounding historical resources in this area could support historical interpretation
at the building and educational programs.
(-) May feel “busy” and crowded with central parking lot close by.
Function / Program
(-) Bathroom facility serving the tourist population
(+) The existing playground could remain in place and become integrated into the build-
ing’s outdoor environment.
(+) Parking for the facility can utilize existing parking in the area.
(+) Utilities to this area exist, but need to be updated.
(-) The buildings will need to be updated; possibly elevator lifts will need to be added.
(-) Utilizing the second floors of these buildings as a community program space will be
challenging from an ADA and size/ function perspective.
Recommendations_ Cape Elizabeth Center at FWP Alternatives05 Architectural Recommendations - General Fort Williams Park Master Plan Update 2021
Architectural Recommendations
A2
A1
A18
A8
A24
A23
A3
A4
A21
A20
A18
A22 A19
A15
A5
A14
A17
A10
A6 A9
A18 A16
A7
A11
A13
A12
Recommendations_ Architectural Recommendations - GeneralField Officers’ Quarters (adaptive Reuse)
Architectural Recommendations A#6. Exterior- repair any rotting trim on balconies or ramps, maintain regular exterior maintenance- painting, etc.
Recommend establishing a maintenance plan moving forward.
Goddard Mansion
See Site Recommendation # 21_ A1
#21. Determine the appropriate level of preservation and access to Goddard Mansion. Bachelor Officers’ Quarters (adaptive Reuse)
Option A (Secure it) - Replace the existing fence with more permanent high quality fencing in the building’s A#7. Exterior- repair any rotting trim on balconies or ramps, maintain regular exterior maintenance- painting, etc.
apertures. Consult a Structural Engineer to evaluate stabilization needs for the immediate entry vestibule and steps, and Recommend establishing a maintenance plan moving forward.
adjacent overhead structure. Make minimal structural improvements to allow for superficial access to the stoop.
Option B (Access to the a Portion of the Interior) - Consult a Structural Engineer to evaluate the stabilization Mining Casemate
and structural needs to stabilize the central portion of the exterior and interior of the building to allow for limited and A#8. No changes proposed.
controlled access only into the main section of the structure. No access is granted to the barn portion of the structure.
Option C (Historic Relic- Front Wall )- Consult a Structural Engineer to evaluate stabilization and structural needs Militia Storehouse (adaptive reuse)
to remove all but the front wall of the Mansion to establish an ruin artifact of the past. Establish an outdoor space as part A#9. Exterior appears to be in good condition. Recommend establishing a maintenance plan moving forward.
of the wall. Add Interpretive panels.
Artillery Engineer Storehouse (adaptive reuse)
A#10. Exterior appears to be in good condition. Recommend establishing a maintenance plan moving forward.
Batteries and Coastal Fortifications
The remaining batteries throughout the Park are in varying conditions and in some locations present safety concerns. Gun Shed (adaptive reuse)
Rather than try to restore all of the batteries back to their original condition, we would recommend that a hierarchy of A#11. Exterior appears to be in good condition. Recommend establishing a maintenance plan moving forward.
priorities be established, and focus efforts on a select few batteries to be celebrated. This would enable efforts to be
focused on restoration and repair efforts for targeted improvements, rather than have energy and funds be split up many Battery Garesche
different ways. Priority has been given to batteries that through the analysis and observation receive higher visitor-ship, A#12. No changes proposed. This is not a highly visible battery, but it is in fair condition.
traffic, and are in more accessible areas of the overall Park, these batteries are also still recognizable to their original
form. Officers’ Garage
A#13. The structure seems to be showing signs of wear. Maintain cosmetic appearance. Consider how this space
Battery Keyes is either phased out, or rehabilitated to continue to provide the ample storage it currently houses. Recommend
See site recommendations #26_ A2 establishing a maintenance plan moving forward.
#26_A2.Determine the appropriate level of preservation and access to Battery Keyes.
Option A (Secure/ Restore It) - Add a fence in the apertures and door ways to restrict access to its interior- like Portland Headlight and Associated Outbuildings
Battery Garesche. Consult a Structural Engineer to determine how to repair the steps and handrails to provide safe A#14. Appears to be in excellent condition. Maintain routine upkeep.
access to top of the Battery. Consider restoring this highly visible and trafficked battery to its former glory.
Potential for interpretive signage, use decommissioned battery armaments/artifacts (if feasible) to tell the history. Stabilize Vendor Outbuilding near Head Light
areas of erosion along the sides, and over the top. A#15. Appears to be in good condition.
Option B (Removal and Add Overlook) - Remove all or a portion of the battery and replace with a new overlook that Battery Blair
reinterprets the battery and creates a safe viewing platform. A#16. This is a highly visible, frequently visited location in close proximity to the Head Light, and serves as a valuable
interpretive history location. Recommend some interventions to repair for some areas of erosion on the steps and in
Central Powerhouse the patio area near interpretive panels. Potential to celebrate the history further by using decommissioned battery
A#3. Discuss overall intention for visitor access to historic buildings. If public should not have unmonitored access, close it armaments/artifacts (if feasible) to tell the history.
with fencing, similar to Battery Garesche to preserve the structure, but eliminate risk to the public. Stabilize areas of erosion along the sides, and over the top.
Fire Station (adaptive reuse) Parking Lot Outbuilding
A#4. No changes proposed. A#17. Appears to be a newer addition to the campus, recommend at the front of the building that hardscape be
considered to evoke a more thoughtfully sited installation. Gravel will not stay in place long term.
Bandstand
A#5. No changes proposed. Portable Restrooms
A#18. Recommend more permanent restrooms somewhere on the campus. See more information in the Community
Center pages. Provide more durable, permanent screening options that could also incorporate Park branding and
Fort Williams Park signage.
Master Plan Update 2021ARCHITECTURAL LANGUAGE
Battery DeHart Remnants
A#19. Remove battery pavement areas on Battery Knoll- hazard for tripping. Potential to maintain Establish an architectural language for the campus. Any new construction on campus should clearly differentiate itself from the historical
the historic memory- keep an outline of the footprint in pavers. Or, abandon entirely and excavate or fortified buildings so as not to confuse the time period in which they were constructed. Thoughtful consideration should be taken to
to allow for new infill and regrading to improve Battery Knoll as an open green space and events the following elements when proposing a new structure in the Park.
lawn.
Materials: to be congruent with the existing Park building materials palette, provide durable, materials with longevity, easy to care for
and maintain from a maintenance standpoint, and be vandalism resistant.
Battery Sullivan Remnants, Antiaircraft Command Post
A#20. Remove battery pavement areas on Battery Knoll- hazard for tripping. Potential to maintain Color: existing park materials maintain neutral earth tones, sage greens, and deep reds. Future building’s exterior cladding should be in
the historic memory- keep an outline of the footprint in pavers. Or, abandon entirely and excavate harmony with existing and adjacent building colors.
to allow for new infill and regrading to improve Battery Knoll as an open green space and events
lawn. Scale and Massing: scale of any new buildings should not dominate the landscape or existing buildings. Sensitivity to abutting property
owners and residential scale sized buildings is of important in the context of the Park.
Storehouse
A#21. Remove structure to improve the Park’s aesthetics. Orientation & Siting: new buildings should not dominate or overwhelm the existing Park elements and historic buildings. Buildings
should be sited for solar orientation, how they would best interface with both pedestrian as well as vehicular traffic, and sited with a focus
Pavilion/Picnic Shelter on permanence and longevity. This should be thought of in conjunction with hardscape extents and landscaping.
A#22. No changes proposed.
Architectural Style: successful additions to the park will be rooted in the context of Maine, while at the same time not mimicking the
Battery Sullivan Remnants, Harbor Defense Command Post existing historical context of the historic buildings on site.
A#23. Remove battery pavement areas on Battery Knoll- hazard for tripping. Potential to maintain
the historic memory- keep an outline of the footprint in pavers. Or, abandon entirely and excavate Maintenance Plan: recommend establishing routine care and maintenance schedules if not already in place. Plans to address deferred
to allow for new infill and regrading to improve Battery Knoll as an open green space and events maintenance on site, and prioritize buildings that have deferred maintenance tasks.
lawn.
Battery Hobart Remnants
A#24. No changes proposed. The remains of this battery are in poor condition but do tie in to the
Cliff Walk pathway. They could remain as-is, or be removed to improve the gateway to the Cliff
Walk.
Fort Williams Park
Master Plan Update 202106 General Recommendations Fort Williams Park Master Plan Update 2021
General Recommendations Survey Documentation 78. Update survey information. 79. Document above and below ground utilities. 80. Establish a comprehensive digital documentation and archive of all plans, reports and documents. Erosion/ Safety / Shore Access 81.Establish an Erosion and Control Plan. 81 A. Re-grade, replant, and add “obstacles” (to control access). 82 B. Place fencing in high traffic areas to control access and to allow plant material to grow. 83 C. Develop a policy with the Town’s legal counsel to assess liability surrounding shore access. Utilities 84. Provide sewer, water main and electrical upgrades throughout the Park. 85. Eliminate the overboard discharge at Portland Head Light. Evaluate the feasibility and costs of adding a low-pressure grinder pump system in the Park to connect the Town’s system at Littlejohn Road. Amenities 86. Add bike storage/ racks throughout the Park. 87. Add bike lanes/sharrows on Power’s Road. 88. Add electrical vehicle (EV) charging stations in key locations in the Park. 89. Unify signage and graphic standards. 90. Upgrade Fencing / Screening around all Portable toilets Communication / Cellular Service 91. Consult with a communication consultant / provider to determine a strategy to improve cellular reception throughout the Park. Dedicated Open Space 92. Establish the entire park as Dedicated Open Space. Sea Level Rise 93. In the report, Maine Won’t Wait, a Four-Year Plan for Climate Action, by the Maine Climate Council, dated December 2020, the Council recommends that the State commit to manage for 1.5 feet of relative sea-level rise by 2050, and 3.9 feet by 2100. The Council also recommends the state prepare to manage for 3 feet of relative sea-level rise by 2050 and 8.8 feet by 2100. Fort Williams Park should prepare for future sea level rise and the implications at Ship Cove and along the Park’s coast line. Fort Williams Park Master Plan Update 2021 Recommendations_ General
07 Park Governance/ Management Fort Williams Park Master Plan Update 2021
Understanding / Analysis is paid for by private donations, proceeds
from events, and by grants from charitable
Recommendation: Establish a long-term sustainability plan to
Through the analysis work conducted by the Consultants, Team under- foundations and the national government. maintain the quality of the Park.
stands that Fort Williams Park is managed by many Federal, Town and
Non Profit entities and funded from various sources. The Friends is governed by a Board of Recommendation
Directors comprised of a diverse group of The Consultant Team recommends that the Town of Cape Elizabeth and the FWP Committee establish a long-
Below is an Excerpt from the Consultant’s Analysis document. professionals, business owners, community term sustainability plan to maintain the quality of the park. This plan should asses and address the following items;
leaders and volunteers. Each board member
serves on at least one of six committees
1. Cape Elizabeth Public Works Department (Education, Executive, Finance, Marketing,
• The staffing needs to fulfill the 2021 Master Plan recommendations,
Responsible for the grounds (e.g. mowing, and plowing,)
Resource Development and Volunteer).
• The sources and allocation of funding for future park improvements and its long-term maintenance,
• The development of a long-term endowment for the maintenance and upkeep of the Park.
Revenue from Town’s General Fund • The effectiveness and efficiencies of the Park’s current management strategy involving many organizations
The committee activities, business operations
and work in the Park is coordinated and playing multiple roles in the Park,
2. Cap Elizabeth Facilities Department managed by a full-time Executive Director
Responsible for buildings and facilities within the park and a part-time Office and Development The Consultant Team recommends that the Town of Cape Elizabeth hires a consultant with an expertise in
Administrator. Our landscape work is governing and managing large complex parks to assess the effectiveness of the Park’s current management
Revenue from Town’s General Fund accomplished by two part-time seasonal strategy involving many organizations playing multiple roles in the planning and upkeep of the Park and to provide
landscape gardeners, hundreds of volunteers recommendations on how to best govern Fort Williams Park.
3. Fort Williams Park Committee from throughout Greater Portland, and hired
Suistainabilty Plan
Responsible for special projects landscape contractors (from FFWP Web site).
Revue from Capital Funds The FFWP has successfully developed the on-going
Pay and Display Ecology Projects (formerly the Arboretum) and are Definition:
Entry Fees for Tour Buses, Vans responsible the upkeep of the projects. A large focus The ability to be maintained at a certain rate or level.
Facility Rentals is on removing the non-native invasive plant species Avoidance of the depletion of natural resources in order to maintain an ecological balance.
Officer ROW Rentals within the park.
Vendors
Site Fees No municipal funds from either the capital fund or Sustainability has become a buzzword in many fields and organizations who manage resources and plan for the future.
Binocular Rentals the general fund support the FFWP’s efforts. When talking about sustainability in general, most people only think of environmental sustainability that addresses
Donations Boxes topics relating to ecological balance.
The success of the FFWP’s past efforts have been on
their ability to secure private donations. As the ad- Like its environmental counter parts, organizations use sustainability planning as a tool to meet the needs of the
4. Portland Head Light
ditional project begin to be realized additional funds present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet theirs. There are three sustainability pillars
Responsible for Upkeep of the buildings and property
will be needed for both the implementation and their for organizations to consider; economic, environmental, and social. Theses pillars are informally referring to money
long term upkeep. resources, natural resources, and human resources.
The Portland Head Light (PHL) property is separate from Fort Williams
Park and acquired by the Town in 1994. PHL has its own 501c (3) not for
profit corporation and all finances relating to the lighthouse property are 6. Community Service The Consultant Team recommends that the Town of Cape Elizabeth and Fort Williams Park Committee develop a
separate from Fort Williams Park. The revenue for PHL is generated ei- Responsible for FWP Coordinator, Greeters and sustainability plan for the Park.
ther from the sales at the gift shop or the entry fees to the museum. The Rangers.
revenue is carried from the following year.
6. US Coast Guard
From 2012 to 2021, PHL has supported a number of projects in Fort Responsible for monitoring Tower, Whistle House,
Williams Park which enhance to visitor’s experience. These include Light House
landscape bees, expansion of the cliff walk, parking lot and pedestrian
improvements a new fencing and stonework at the Shore Road entrance.
5. Friends of Fort Williams Park
The Friends of Fort Williams Park (formerly, Fort Williams Park
Foundation) was established in 2001 as an independent 501(c)3
non-profit organization whose mission is to preserve and
enhance the natural resources and visitor experience of Fort
Williams Park by providing planning and stewardship for projects
that support the Park’s ecology, accessibility, and open space.
Our business operations and any work that we do in the Park
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