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TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 11 00 Summary of Work

01 26 01 Contract Modification Procedures

01 27 00 Definition of Contract Line Items

01 31 00 Project Management & Coordination

01 32 16 Construction Schedule

01 33 23 Submittal Procedures

01 35 23 Safety Requirements

01 40 00 Quality Requirements

01 42 00 References

01 50 00 Temporary Facilities and Controls

01 57 19.12 Noise & Acoustics Management

01 57 23 Temporary Storm Water Pollution Prevention

01 67 00 Product Requirements

01 73 29 Cutting and Patching

01 73 40 Execution

01 74 19 Construction Waste Management and Disposal

01 77 00 Closeout Procedures

01 78 23 Operation and Maintenance Data

01 79 00 Demonstration and Training

01 81 13 Sustainable Design Requirements For Non LEED Projects

01 91 13 General Commissioning Requirements

Closeout and Operation and Maintenance Requirements

DIVISION 02: EXISTING CONDITIONS

02 41 19 Selective Demolition

DIVISION 03: CONCRETE

03 30 00 Cast-in-Place Concrete

03 41 00 Precast Structural Concrete

DIVISION 04: MASONRY

Section not used.

DIVISION 05: METALS

05 50 00 Metal Fabrications

DIVISION 06: WOOD, PLASTICS, & COMPOSITES

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DIVISION 07: THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

DIVISION 8: OPENINGS

08 11 13 Hollow Metal Door and Frames

08 31 13 Access Doors and Frames

08 71 00 Door Hardware

DIVISION 9: FINISHES

09 91 13 Exterior Painting

DIVISION 10: SPECIALTIES

10 44 16 Fire Extinguishers

10 73 00 Protective Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic Tank Covers

DIVISION 11: EQUIPMENT

DIVISION 12: FURNISHINGS

DIVISION 13: SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION

DIVISION 14: CONVEYING EQUIPMENT

DIVISION 21: FIRE SUPPRESSION

DIVISION 22: PLUMBING

22 05 23 General-Duty Valves for Plumbing Piping

22 05 29 Hangers and Supports for Plumbing Piping and Equipment

22 07 19 Plumbing Piping Insulation

22 11 16 Domestic Water Piping

22 33 00 Electric, Domestic Water Heaters

22 45 00 Emergency Plumbing Fixtures

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DIVISION 23: HEATING, VENTILATING, AND AIR CONDITIONING

23 05 93 Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing for HVAC

23 31 13 Metal Ducts

23 33 00 Air Duct Accessories

23 34 16 Centrifugal HVAC Fans

23 82 39 Unit Heaters

DIVISION 25: INTEGRATED AUTOMATION

DIVISION 26: ELECTRICAL

26 05 00 Common Work Results for Electrical

26 05 19 Low Voltage Electrical Power Conductors and Cables

26 05 23 Control-Voltage Electrical Power Cables

26 05 26 Grounding and Bonding for Electrical Systems

26 05 29 Hangers and Supports for Electrical Systems

26 05 33 Raceway and Boxes for Electrical Systems

26 05 44 Sleeves and Sleeve Seals for Electrical Raceways and Cabling

26 05 53 Identification for Electrical Systems

26 05 73 Electrical System Studies

26 24 16 Panelboards

26 27 26 Wiring Devices

26 28 13 Fuses

26 32 16 Engine Generator Load Test Bank

26 36 00 Transfer Switches

26 51 00 Lighting Fixtures

DIVISION 27: COMMUNICATIONS

DIVISION 28: ELECTRONICS SAFETY AND SECURITY

DIVISION 31: EARTHWORK

31 10 00 Site Clearing

31 20 00 Earth Moving

31 23 19 Dewatering

31 23 33 Trenching and Backfilling

31 25 00 Temporary Erosion and Sedimentation Control

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DIVISION 32: EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

32 12 16 Asphalt Paving

32 13 13 Concrete Paving

32 13 73 Concrete Paving Joint Sealants

32 31 13 Chain Link Fences and Gates

32 92 13.18 Seeding

DIVISION 33: UTILITIES

33 09 30 Instrumentation and Controls for Sanitary Sewerage Utilities

33 31 00 Sanitary Utility Sewerage Piping

DIVISION 34: TRANSPORTATION

DIVISION 35: WATERWAY AND MARINE CONSTRUCTION

DIVISION 40: PROCESS INTEGRATION

40 05 54 Process Valves and Operators

40 41 13 Process Piping Heat Tracing

40 42 13 Process Piping Insulation

40 71 13 Magnetic Flow Meter

40 90 00 SCADA Integration for Process System

40 95 46 Process Piping and Equipment Strut Channel Frames

DIVISION 41: MATERIAL PROCESSING AND HANDLING EQUIPMENT

DIVISION 42: PROCESS HEATING, COOLING, AND DRYING EQUIPMENT

DIVISION 43: PROCESS GAS AND LIQUID HANDLING, PURIFICATION, AND STORAGE

EQUIPMENT

DIVISION 44: POLLUTION CONTROL EQUIPMENT

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DIVISION 45: INDUSTRY – SPECIFIC MANUFACTURING EQUIPMENT

DIVISION 46: MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT

46 07 53 Packaged Wastewater Treatment System

46 21 33 Wastewater Preliminary Treatment Equipment

46 33 00 Wastewater Chemical Feed Equipment

DIVISION 48: ELECTRICAL POWER GENERATION

SOIL INVESTIGATION REPORT

“Geotechnical Report: Sandy Hook Wastewater Treatment Resiliency Measures”, August 13, 2015 by

Yeh & Associates, Inc.

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031414 SUMMARY OF WORK

SECTION 01 11 00 - SUMMARY OF WORK

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes the following:

1. Work covered by the Contract Documents.

2. Work phases.

3. Contractor use of site.

4. Occupancy requirements for buildings.

5. Conduct of operations.

6. Work Restrictions.

7. Special Construction Requirements.

8. Soils Investigation Report.

1.2 WORK COVERED BY CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

A. Project Location: Sandy Hook, Monmouth County, Middletown Township, New Jersey.

B. The Work consists of the following:

1. The Work includes the replacement of the existing Sandy Hook Wastewater Treatment

Plant process with a new packaged wastewater treatment system. The new treatment process is an Integrated Fixed Film/Activated Sludge (IFAS) process comprised of four (4)

50,000 gpd process trains with common wall construction. The construction of the new system requires some demolition of the existing structures and equipment as well as new structural, electrical and mechanical work.

2. This project is not seeking LEED™ certification but shall comply with the applicable

Federal Sustainability requirements according to the U.S. Green Building Council's

Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design (LEED) Rating System, as specified in

Division 01 Section "Sustainable Design Requirements."

C. Project will be constructed under a single prime contract.

1.3 WORK PHASES

A. The Work shall be conducted in 4 phases in the following order, with each phase substantially complete before beginning the next phase:

1. Phase Demolition Phase: Work entails the demolition of Trickling Filters No. 2 and 3 structures, and retaining wall, existing trees and some electrical demolition. Work of this phase shall be substantially complete prior to the installation of the treatment tanks.

2. Phase New Treatment Installation Phase: Construction of treatment plant including but not limited to construction of tanks, installation of pre-cast tanks, installation of equipment and appurtenances, installation of piping, and installation of electrical components.

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3. Phase Trickling Filter No. 1 Conversion Phase: Conversion of the Trickling Filter No. 1 includes but not limited to demolition of the inside (structures, equipment, piping, ect.), clean inside, and convert into new chemical pump and storage room (add stairs, chemical feed equipment, piping, emergency shower, yard hydrant, lighting, mechanical equipment, ect.).

4. Phase Restoration Phase: Restoration of treatment plant site including installation of new asphalt access road; grading of site; and seeding.

1.4 CONTRACTOR USE OF SITE

A. General: Contractor shall have full use of the site for construction operations during the construction period. Contractor's use of the site is limited only by the Government's right to perform work or to retain other contractors on portions of Project.

B. Storage of Materials: Confine storage of materials within sites indicated in the Drawings and as directed by CO, including:

1. Sand slurry area.

2. North maintenance area adjacent to Building 130.

3. Inside the Reed Bed fenced area.

C. Preservation of Natural Features:

1. Prevent damage to natural surroundings. Restore damaged areas, repairing or replacing damaged trees and plants, at no additional expense to the Government.

2. Provide temporary barriers to protect existing trees and plants and root zones.

3. Do not remove, injure, or destroy trees or other plants without prior approval. Consult with

Contracting Officer and remove agreed-on roots and branches that interfere with construction.

4. Do not fasten ropes, cables, or guys to existing trees.

5. Carefully supervise excavating, grading, filling, and other construction operations near trees to prevent damage.

D. Driveways and Entrances: Keep driveways and entrances serving premises clear and available to Government, Government's employees, and emergency vehicles at all times. Do not use these areas for parking or storage of materials.

1. Schedule deliveries to minimize use of driveways and entrances.

2. Schedule deliveries to minimize space and time requirements for storage of materials and equipment on-site.

E. Construction Camp: Establishment of a camp within the park will not be permitted.

F. Hauling Restrictions: Comply with all legal load restrictions in the hauling of materials. Load restrictions on park roads are identical to the state load restrictions with such additional regulations as may be imposed by the Park Superintendent. Information regarding rules and regulations for vehicular traffic on park roads may be obtained from the Office of the Park

Superintendent. A special permit will not relieve Contractor of liability for damage which may result from moving of equipment.

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1.5 OCCUPANCY REQUIRMENTS FOR BUILIDINGS

A. Existing Buildings

Government will occupy the premises during entire construction period, with the exception of areas under construction. The operation and function of the in service treatment plant, except for those items being demolished (TF's #2 & 3, and associated piping) will remain in service and unaffected throughout the entire construction contract period of performance. Cooperate with Contracting Officer during construction operations to minimize conflicts and facilitate Government usage. Perform the Work so as not to interfere with Government’s operations. Maintain existing exits, unless otherwise indicated.

a. Maintain access to existing walkways, corridors, and other adjacent occupied or used facilities. Do not close or obstruct walkways, corridors, or other occupied or used facilities without written permission from the Contracting Officer (CO).

b. Submit written request of specific periods of short duration in which power, or some other aspect of the existing treatment plant must be shut down to the Contracting

Officer for approval 7 calendar days prior to the date/time being requested.

1.6 CONDUCT OF OPERATIONS

A. At all times the contractor shall conduct his operations in conformance with the rules and regulations promulgated by the Secretary of the Interior for the National Park Service, and applicable park rules and regulations prescribed by the Park Superintendent in the park compendium. The compendium is provided at the end of this section.

B. Work on Saturdays, Sundays, Federal holidays or at night may not be performed without prior consent from the Contracting Officer. Submit written requests 48 hours in advance of the work to the Contracting Officer for approval.

C. No signs or advertisements (except those specified herein) shall be displayed on the construction site or within the park unless approved by the Contracting Officer.

1.7 WORK RESTRICTIONS

A. On-Site Work Hours: Work shall be generally performed during normal business working hours of 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday, except when otherwise indicated.

B. Existing Utilities

1. Existing Utilities: Notify Contracting Officer and utility companies of proposed locations and times for excavation.

2. Contractor shall be responsible for locating and preventing damage to known utilities. If damage occurs, repair utility at no additional expense to the Government.

3. If damage occurs to an unknown utility, repair utility. An equitable adjustment will be made in accordance with the Changes clause of the contract.

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C. Existing Utility Interruptions: Do not interrupt utilities serving facilities occupied by

Government or others unless permitted under the following conditions and then only after arranging to provide temporary utility services according to requirements indicated:

1. Notify Contracting Officer in writing not less than 48 hours in advance of proposed utility interruptions.

2. Do not proceed with utility interruptions without Contracting Officer’s written permission.

3. Hours for Utility Shutdowns: Coordinate any shutdowns at the WWTP with local NPS

Operator and Utility Manager.

D. Nonsmoking Building: Smoking is not permitted within the building or within 25 feet of entrances, operable windows, or outdoor air intakes.

1.8 SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS

A. Project Website: A project website administered by the NPS will be used for purposes of managing communication and documents during the construction stage.

1. See Section 01 31 00 “Project Management and Coordination” for requirements on using the Project Website.

B. Limited access to site may occur due to seasonal shutdown, park activities, limited access periods, and government furnished permit requirements.

1.9 SOILS INVESTIGATION REPORT

A. A soils investigation report entitled “Geotechnical Report: Sandy Hook Wastewater Treatment

Plant Resiliency Measures” dated August 13, 2015 has been prepared by Yeh & Associates, Inc.

B. A copy of the report is available to all plan holders with this package.

C. If conflicts occur between the report and drawings or specifications, the drawings and specifications govern.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

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Gateway National Recreation Area

Superintendent's Compendium REVISED September 1, 2015

Introduction

The Superintendent's Compendium is a compilation of Designations, Closures, Request Requirements and Other Restrictions imposed under the discretionary authority of the Superintendent.

The following regulatory provisions are established for the proper management, protection, government and public use of Gateway National Recreation Area under the jurisdiction of the National Park Service. These are in accordance with regulations and the delegated authority provided in Title 36, Code of Federal Regulations, Chapter 1, Parts 1 through 7, authorized by Title 16, United States Code Section 3. Unless otherwise stated, these regulatory provisions apply in addition to the requirements contained in 36 CFR, Chapter 1.

Written determinations, which explain the reasoning behind the Superintendent's use of discretionary authority, are required by Section 1.5(c) and appear in this document in italicized print.

Approv—ed'. Date:

r T. Nersesian, Superintendent

Contact Information: Gateway National Recreation Area 210 New York Avenue Staten Island, NY 10305

718-354-4665 phone 718-354-4764 fax z s • eo/s-

Table of Contents

Cover Page Page 1

Introduction Page 2

Table of Contents Page 3

Part 2. Resource Protection, Public Use and Recreation Page 18

Camping and Food Storage Page 22

Picnicking Page 23

Pets. Page 25

Horse and Pack Animals Page 26

Explosives Page 30

Swimming and Wading. Page 32

Swimming Beach Regulations. Page 32 Underwater Dive and Snorkeling Page 33

Part 4. Vehicles and Traffic Safety Page 33

Speed Limits Page 34 Bicycles Page 35

Hitchhiking Page 35 Part 7. Special Regulations — Gateway National Recreation Area Page 35

Appendix A: Maps of Designated First Amendment Areas Page 37

Updates

The overall formatting of the Superintendent's Compendium has been updated to reduce redundancy and make the document easier to read. Area designations and activity conditions or restrictions have been addressed under the section of 36 CFR that codifies that particular activity. For example, 36 CFR § 2.11 applies to picnicking and under that authority the Superintendent may restrict picnicking and establish conditions for picnicking in areas where picnicking is allowed. Those area designations and activity conditions or restrictions not codified in a particular section of 36 CFR will be addressed in §1.5(a)(2), which applies to area designations and activity conditions or restrictions.

Any regulatory changes affecting the content of the compendium are outlined below. Regulations that did not include justifications have been updated to include this requirement.

1.5

Section 1, Part A has been added to account for the Superintendent's authority to temporarily close the park or portions of the park to facilitate visitor safety. This section incorporates the notice that there are still numerous closures in effect from Hurricane Sandy.

In Section 2, visiting hours specific to Jamaica Bay, the condition pertaining to the hours of operation for the Plum Beach Parking Area has been removed. The Plum Beach Parking Area is not within the legislative boundary of Gateway NRA; it is in New York City and as such falls under the jurisdiction of the New York Police Department.

Section 4, Part H, which applies to glass containers, changed the limitations upon the use of glass containers. Glass containers are only restricted at park beaches; Oceanside and bayside.

Section 4, Part M, which applies to the use of unmanned aircraft, has been amended so that justification provided in Appendix C could be included in the main body of the compendium. Appendix C has been removed.

Section 4, Part N, was created to independently address where tents and similar structures may be used in accordance with restrictions established under 36 CFR.

Section 4, Part 0, address the use of those structures that may be used for shade at various locations within the park.

The closure pertaining to the bridge over the tidal creek to the Holly Forest (Sandy Hook Unit) has been removed, as the bridge has been repaired and is open to the public.

The closure pertaining to the History House in the Sandy Hook Unit has been removed, as the building is open to the public.

§ 1.6

A condition that stated "Failure to comply with park regulations will result in an immediate one (1) year revocation of fishing privileges" has been removed. This condition supersedes the due process of law.

While a permit violation may result in the revocation of such a permit, the Park cannot suspend fishing privileges immediately.

Section 5.2, which pertains to alcoholic beverages and the sale of intoxicants, was added as an activity that requires a permit from the Superintendent.

§ 2.4

A note was added to include 18 USC § 930, which addresses the possession of firearms and dangerous weapons in Federal facilities.

§ 2.15

A note was added to include information pertaining to service dogs as defined by the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA).

§ 2 15(a)(3)

The regulation that previously addressed leaving dogs tied and unattended stated that dogs could be left "momentarily". This regulation was changed so that "momentarily" was replaced with a tangible time limitation of 10 minutes.

2.21(a)

Smoking regulations were updated to coincide with Director's Order #50D and Executive Order 13058.

§ 3.3

The section pertaining to vessel permit requirements was removed as the Superintendent does not require a permit for vessel operation in the Park.

§ 3.7(a)

In reference to personal flotation devices (PFDs), the statement "as required by State law" was removed as the requirement to adopt non-conflicting State law for all of Part 3 is addressed in § 3.2(b).

§ 3.16

A note was added to clarify that while the Park encourages visitors to swim at designated lifeguarded swimming beaches, there is not a prohibition against swimming on unguarded beaches.

§ 3.17(b)

In this section of 36 CFR, it states that surfboards and similar hard devices are prohibited in swimming areas. The addendum allowing skim boards in swimming areas has been removed since it was in conflict with this directive.

§ 3.17(c)

The restrictions related to the use of flotation devices has been changed to allow for the use of personal floatation devices (PFDs) and float suits that incorporate three (3) points of retention into their design.

These items typically fit over or around both shoulders and have a retention strap or part of the garment or device that fits between the legs in the groin area.

§ 4.10(a)

Appendix A, which referenced park roads open to public use and travel, has been removed. Section 4.10(a) refers to park roads, parking areas, and "on routes or areas designated for off-road motor vehicle use". Only off-road routes require designation, which are addressed under the section.

§ 7.29

The section pertaining to the operation of motor vehicles has been removed as it was a direct quote from the regulations contained in 36 CFR.

The section pertaining to off-road vehicle operation has been removed as it was a direct quote from the regulations contained in 36 CFR.

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Supplemental Regulations

Part 1 — General Provisions

36 CFR § 1.5 - Closures and Public Use Limits

1. In accordance with § 1.5(a)(1), the following closures have been established for the Park:

Park-Wide

A. The Superintendent may temporarily close all or portions of the Park during or as a result of emergency situations or hazardous conditions, which includes inclement weather. Closures will be identified by posted signs, maps, media notifications and by barriers and/or gates as appropriate. All permanent closures will be in accordance with the rulemaking procedures in the Federal Register.

Justification: Park roads and facilities may be closed during periods of inclement weather or other hazardous conditions in order to provide for visitor safety. Areas of new construction, reconstruction or rehabilitation may be closed to visitors for safety reasons and to avoid conflicts with authorized work.

Note: As a result of Hurricane Sandy portions of the park remain closed as noted below.

Public notice regarding closures can be found on Gateway National Recreation Area social media websites, the Gateway NRA homepage at www.nps.gov/qate, and via local news media.

B. Unless otherwise identified, all structures, buildings, houses and remnants, to include historic gun batteries and other military fortificatio is are closed to the public. (See the Visiting Hours section for public use facilities).

Justification: Some non-public structures are only for Park administrative purposes while other structures and remnants may be unsafe. These historic structures are in various conditions of repair, some may be hazardous.

C. The primary dune systems along the ocean and bay shorelines are closed to the public except at designated dune crossings.

Justification.. Dunes are fragile resources and easily harmed by social trails. Dune systems protect upland areas from storm surge. Dunes are easily damaged and destabilized when vegetation is trampled.

D. As needed to protect park resources, to include threaten and endangered species, the Superintendent or his/her designee may restrict public access to portions of the Park on a temporary basis. This may include large areas of the seashore on the ocean and bay sides.

Closures will be designated by signs and some type of physical barrier (i.e., string line, carsonites, etc...).

Justification: Threatened and endangered shorebirds (e.g., piping plovers) are very susceptible to disturbances, particularly during nesting season. Visitors cause disturbances to the shorebirds natural environment, which in turn can cause the nest failures.

Jamaica Bay Unit

A. All vegetated wetland areas are closed to visitor access.

Justification: Wetlands are fragile ecosystems and are easily damaged by people and vehicles.

B. The following areas are closed to public use or access:

1) West Beach back dune and grassland areas are closed to visitor use.

2) All Grassland Management Areas on Floyd Bennett Field.

3) All islands within Jamaica Bay (above mean high water line).

4) Ecology Village Campgrounds (permit only)

Justification: These closures are in place to protect fragile natural resources, habitats and environments and to provide for a safe and memorable visitor experience.

C. The following roads and areas are closed to public motorized vehicle use:

1) All roads in the "Back Fort" historic area in Fort Tilden, west of Hero Road.

2) Beach 169th Street, south of the "Do Not Enter" sign.

3) Riis Park Boardwalk.

4) Shore Road (and its remains) in Fort Tilden.

5) The Riis Landing Area ferry operation.

6) Vehicle access to the beach at the Breezy Point Tip is prohibited from March 15 th through August 31 st .

7) Roads leading to, and areas immediately surrounding park housing, are closed to visitor access, with the exception of Aviation Road for pass through to permit only fishing areas.

8) Floyd Bennett Field, Ranger Road, east of the Building #272 access road (Navy Pier area) is closed to visitor access.

9) The main airport tarmac located behind the Ryan Visitor Center (FBF).

10) All unpaved roads within the North Shore District (North Forty, Dead Horse Bay, Raptor Point Trail, and campgrounds).

11) Flatbush Avenue Greenway (Multi-Use Pathway — MUP).

12) All roads (paved and unpaved) within the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge.

13) Runways 6/24, 11/19 and 12/30.

Justification: These roads are closed to protect park visitors, staff and resources, to limit conflicts with pedestrians, or because they do not meet highway standards.

D. Canarsie Pier is closed to carpooling, mass transit and commuter parking. Parking is for park visitor use only.

Justification: Use by commuters would limit access for park visitors.

Sandy Hook Unit

A. All roadsides (shoulders) are closed to parking and stopping, except as designated for the following locations:

1) Fishing beach at Area F.

2) Paved pull-out at Horseshoe Cove (Loading and unloading only).

Justification: Roadside parking damages road shoulders and creates safety hazards for vehicle traffic and pedestrians.

B. The following areas are closed to visitor parking:

1) The three (3) National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) parking lots.

2) Area D designated employee parking spaces.

3) All Beach Center loading docks and storage areas.

Justification: Parking restrictions and designations are made to facilitate the administrative needs of the park and it cooperators and provide for visitor and staff safety.

C. The following areas are closed to public use or access:

1) The Holly Forest, west of Hartshorne Drive, north of the observation boardwalk and south of Horseshoe Cove is closed to the public, except by reservation or guided tour.

2) The freshwater marshes south east of Guardian Park and north and south of the Nike Missile Launch Site (except for the access to the public bird observation blind at Nike Pond).

3) The low salt water bayside marshes (delineated by the high tide line) of Spermaceti Cove, Skeleton Hill Island and Horseshoe Cove (north of the boardwalk).

Justification: These public use closures are in place to protect fragile natural resources, habitats and environments of the holly forest, the freshwater marshes and the saltwater marshes and to provide for a safe visitor experience.

D. White Road, between South Gunnison Beach and Atlantic Drive is an emergency access point and is closed to public access.

Justification: This road is the primary emergency access road to Gunnison Beach and it has sections that are very narrow through steep dunes on soft sand. Pedestrians hinder emergency response as there are limited areas for them to leave the road.

Staten Island Unit

A. The following areas as closed to public use or access:

1) All marshes (except by permit).

2) Hoffman and Swinburne Islands (except by permit).

3) Areas of Great Kills Park southeast of Hylan Boulevard and north of Great Kills Harbor to a line approximately 1000 feet south of Wetland Road are fenced, signed and identified on area maps as closec to visitation due to radium contaminated soil.

Justification: These public use closures are in place to protect fragile natural resources, habitats and environments of the marshes and provide for a safe visitor experience.

B. The following roads and areas are closed to public motorized vehicle use:

1) Weed Road at Fort Wadsworth.

2) Roads leading to or surrounding employee housing, including North

Road, South Road, Clifton Drive and USS New Mexico Court. This does not include Mont Sec Avenue.

Justification: Vehicle restrictions on Weed Road are in place to reduce pedestrian safety hazards.

Vehicle restrictions around park housing are in place to reduce traffic congestion and increase safety and security.

C. All roadsides (shoulders) are closed to parking and stopping, except as designated for the following locations:

1) Harbor Road in Great Kills Park.

2) Chapel on New York Avenue at Fort Wadsworth (during services only).

3) South side of Mont Sec Avenue at Fort Wadsworth.

4) Battery Road at Building 301 and 305 at Fort Wadsworth.

5) Miller Field Picnic Area (stopping only).

6) Fort Wadsworth Overlook (stopping by permit only).

Justification: Roadside parking damages road shoulders and creates a hazard for traffic and pedestrians.

2. In accordance with § 1.5(a)(1), the following visiting hours have been established for the Park:

Park-Wide

A. The park, including all Day Use Areas, is open from 05:00 am to 10:00 pm daily from April 1st to October 31st and open from 05:00 am to 08:00 pm from November 1st to March 31st, except by permit or as otherwise noted.

B. All navigable waters within the park boundary are open 24 hours.

C. Visitor centers and contact stations are closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day

(December 25) and New Year's Day (January 1).

D. Hours of operation for parking areas and associated facilities are listed below by unit. Dawn is a half hour before sunrise and dusk is a half hour after sunset.

E. Facilities occupied or operated by a third party (concessionaire, lessee, partner, other authorized party) are subject to the terms and conditions of a government instrument. Hours of operation may vary.

Jamaica Bay Unit

A. Canarsie Pier is open from 5:00 am to 2:00 am (Closed from 2:00 am to 5 am). Motor Vehicle access is from 8:00 am to 2:00 am (Vehicles prohibited 2:00 am to 8:00 am).

B. North Channel Bridge parking area is open from dawn to dusk.

C. The visiting hours for the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge Trails are from dawn to dusk.

D. The Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center (public areas only) is open daily from 9:00 am until 5:00 pm.

E. Jacob Riis Park and the Riis Park Parking Lot are open daily from 6:00 am to Midnight.

F. Fort Tilden is open daily from 6:00 am to Midnight.

G. Floyd Bennett Field is open daily dawn to dusk.

H. Floyd Bennett Field Historic Aircraft Hanger B is open Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday from

9:00 am to 4:00 pm.

I. The Ryan Visitor Center is open daily from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm.

J. Frank Charles Park is open daily from dawn to dusk.

K. Spring Creek is open daily from dawn to cusk.

Sandy Hook Unit

A. The Sandy Hook Visitor Center at Speirmacetti Cove is currently closed.

B. The Sandy Hook Lighthouse Keepers Quarters Visitor Center is open 9:00 am to 5:00 pm daily.

C. Sandy Hook Lighthouse tours are conducted daily from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm.

Staten Island Unit

A. The visitor contact station at Great Kills Park is open from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm Wednesday through Friday and 9:00 am to 4:30 pm or weekends; extended days and hours during the summer.

B. Ranger Station at Miller Field is open from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm Wednesday through Sunday, extended days and hours during the summer.

Justification: Visiting hours have been established to promote an enjoyable visitor experience based on anticipated visitation and current staffing levels.

3. In accordance with § 1.5(a)(1), the following public use limits have been established for the Park:

Park-Wide

A. Capacity limits for all public structures are set by code and posted, where applicable.

Justification: Limiting the number of people in buildings is required by life safety codes.

Jamaica Bay Unit:

A. Special events at Floyd Bennett Field are limited to 5,500 people during peak summer season, July 1st through September 7th.

B. Special events at Riis Park are limited to 2,000 people during peak summer season, July 1st through September 7th.

C. No more than one special event will be permitted in any one location of the Jamaica Bay Unit on any given day during peak summer season, July 1 st through September 7th. Permits are issued on a first come, first served basis.

D. Special events occurring September 8th through June 30th are limited to attendance of 10,000 people.

Justification: Special event limits reflect carrying capacity, resource protection, and health and safety issues for visitors and staff.

E. The following carrying capacities have been established by the Superintendent for the following areas in regards to motor vehicle access between July 1 and September 7.

Jamaica Bay Unit Location Carrying Capacity (Vehicles)

Canarsie Pier 327 Floyd Bennett Field 3000 Fort Tilden 534 Jacob Riis 4500 Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge 76 North Channel Bridge 144 Riis Landing 90

Justification: Allowing more vehicles into these areas than available parking space causes damage to park resources and facilities and compromises visitor safety.

Sandy Hook Unit

A. Sandy Hook has 4200 beach parking spaces. When these spaces are full, the vehicle entrance to the park is restricted to non-recreational users, residents and those individuals occupying a facility subject to the terms and conditions of a government instrument.

Justification: Allowing more vehicles into the park than available parking spaces causes damage to park resources and facilities and compromises public safety.

B. The following parking time limits have been established by the Superintendent for the following areas:

Sandy Hook Unit Location Time Limit

Spermacetti Cove Visitor Center* 2 hours Entrance Station 10 minutes Fort Hancock — Building #58 Parkin. Lot 2 hours Fort Hancock — Building #26 Parking Lot** 2 hours Sandy Hook Lighthouse 2 hours

* Spermacetti Cove Visitor Center is currently closed due to damage sustained from Hurricane Sandy.

"* Restriction does not apply to park staff or persons on official park business.

Justification: The areas listed are not a beach use lots and in order to accommodate non-beach use visitors and their vehicles, a parking duration limit has been set.

Staten Island Unit

A. Special events at Miller Field are limited to 250 participants; 150 participants at the picnic area. The parking lot may not be used for special events; except for commercial filming support.

B. Special events at Great Kills Park are limited to 250 participants. The parking lot may not be used for special events; except for commercial filming support.

Justification: Special event limits reflect carrying capacity, resource protection, and health and safety issues for visitors and staff

4. In accordance with § 1.5(a)(2), the Superintendent may establish area designations and activity conditions or restrictions.

Note: Area designations and activity conditicns or restrictions will be addressed under the section of 36 CFR that codifies that particular activity. For example, 36 CFR § 2.11 applies to picnicking and under that authority the Superintendent may restrict picnicking and establish conditions for picnicking in areas where picnicking is allowed. Those area designations and activity conditions or restrictions not codified in a particular section of 36 CFR will be addressed in this section.

A. The following vessel restrictions are in effect :

Sandy Hook Unit

1) Landing or beaching vessels on ocean beaches between March 15 and Labor Day is prohibited.

2) Spermaceti Cove is closed to vessel operation.

3) Mooring or operating a vessel within 100 feet of the ferry dock at Fort Hancock is prohibited, except in emergencies.

Staten Island Unit

1) Operating a vessel within 150 feet of all marshes is prohibited including the peat flat at Great Kills Park.

Note: See Part 3 for additional boating and water use activities regulations.

Justification: Restrictions are in place to mitigate user conflicts, provide for the safety of the vessel operators and other park visitors and to protect the fragile coastal environments found at Spermaceti Cove and the marshes at Great Kills Park.

B. The following parking restrictions are in effect, except as otherwise noted in a government instrument issued by the Park:

Jamaica Bay Unit

1) From May 15 to September 15, parking at Fort Tilden prohibited.

Staten Island Unit

1) Parking at the Crookes Point Natural Area is by permit only.

Justification: The permit system limits the number of users necessary to protect the ecology of the area.

Parking in Fort Tilden is limited. General parking is available in the Riis Park Parking Lot.

C. Hiking is the only activity allowed on the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge Trails.

Justification: The primary use of the wildlife refuge trails is for nature study. Activities such as jogging, running, bicycling, roller blading, atvs/motorcycles, and cross country skiing can startle wildlife and diminish wildlife viewing opportunities.

D. Commercial filming will not be permitted at Riis Park, Fort Tilden beaches or the Breezy Point Tip from Memorial Day through Labor Day.

Justification: The Park cannot accommodate requests for commercial filming during peak season because it negatively impacts the visitor experience and the resource.

E. Golfing, including the use of whiffle golf balls is prohibited except at the following locations:

1) Riis Park Pitch and Putt.

2) The Brooklyn Golf Center.

Justification: Hitting golf balls compromises visitor safety, creates visitor use conflicts, and cause divots, which damage the lawn.

F. Wind Powered Vehicles may be operated under a Special Use Permit on Runway 19 at Floyd Bennett Field.

Justification: This restriction is in place to provide for the safety of the visiting public and to mitigate user conflicts. Use of such vehicles requires a large open space unimpeded by obstacles or people.

G. Passenger buses may not idle in the park when not underway.

Justification: The idling of bus engines adds unnecessary exhaust fumes to the air, which affects the quality of the air in the Park and diminishes the visitor experience.

H. Glass containers are prohibited on all park beaches; oceanside and bayside.

Justification: Glass containers are prohibited on park beaches to protect visitors from injuries associated with broken glass.

I. Remote controlled model cars are prohibited in the Park, except for the designated area at Floyd Bennett Field.

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Justification.. The use of remote controlled model cars are prohibited in order to mitigate user conflicts, prevent injuries to park visitors, and minimize disturbances to wildlife.

K. Balloons (latex and Mylar) are prohibited within the Park.

Justification: Discarded and released balloons become refuse that pose health risks to threatened and endangered species, especially marine turtles. They may also disturb nesting activities of threatened and endangered birds.

L. Kite Boarding is allowed; except within 650 feet of posted shorebird nesting areas.

Justification: Kite boarding can disturb nesting shorebirds and can cause nests to fail.

M. Kite flying is allowed; however, the following are prohibited:

1) Within 650 feet of posted shorebird nesting areas.

2) In parking areas.

3) On all lifeguarded beaches while guards are on duty.

4) Fighting kites (kite string is coated with sharp or abrasive material).

Justification: Kite flying can disturb nesting shorebirds and can cause nests to fail. Due to the large number of visitors, kites on the bathing beaches and parking areas pose a safety hazard and can cause injury to visitors and wildlife and damage property. Kite flying at Floyd Bennett Field would create safety issues and user conflicts with model plane activities.

N. Launching, landing, or operating an unmanned aircraft from or on lands and waters administered by the National Park Service within the boundaries of Gateway National Recreation Area is prohibited except under the following conditions:

1) All quadcopters, drones, helicopters, or similar devices are prohibited.

2) Fixed wing model aircraft (airplanes) may be operated only by permit at the model airplane field at Floyd Bennett Field in the Jamaica Bay Unit. Permits are issued by the Pennsylvania Avenue Radio Controlled Society (PARCS). All fixed wing model aircraft must be operated in accordance with PARCS General and Safety Rules. Appropriate Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) insurance is required.

3) Fixed wing model aircraft may only be flown for recreational or hobby use only (non-commercial) and remain within sight of the operator at all times.

4) The superintendent may authorize the use of unmanned aircraft in accordance with the provisions of a valid permit. This authorization is at the discretion of the Superintendent and will be evaluated based on the merits of the request and its relevancy to the mission of the NPS (e.g., research project).

The term "unmanned aircraft" means a device that is used or intended to be used for flight in the air without the possibility of direct human intervention from within or on the device, and the associated operational elements and components that are required for the pilot or system operator in command to operate or control the device (such as cameras, sensors, communication links). This term includes all types of devices that meet this definition (e.g., model airplanes, quadcopters, drones) that are used for any purpose, including for recreation or commerce.

Justification: The closure is necessary to maintain public health and safety within the Park and to protect park resources and values until the NPS can determine whether specific uses of unmanned aircraft on lands and waters administered by the NPS are appropriate and will not cause unacceptable impacts.

The Park contains sensitive natural areas which support a variety of wildlife including threatened and endangered species and nesting shorebirds. This wildlife can be easily disturbed by unmanned aircraft flying in close proximity. Visitors in the park could be injured by a downed aircraft and their experience at the park could be lessened by the intrusion of these aircraft during their visit. Other immediate concerns regarding the use of unmanned aircraft include interference with commercial flight operations at nearby JFK Airport and possible intrusions into cooperator areas such as the U.S. Coast Guard facilities, Armed Forces Reserve Center and the NYPD facilities.

The model airplane field at Floyd Bennett Field is an authorized longstanding area for the use of model aircraft. The continued use of this area for recreational flying affixed wing model aircraft is appropriate as the site is a former airfield and the activities take place on a portion of large open runway exclusive of other visitor activities. The airfield is operated by the Pennsylvania Avenue Radio Controlled Society (PARCS) and the flying of model unmanned aircraft is in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Advisory Circular 91-57 and section 336 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2012, which further reduces possible impacts on visitors, wildlife, and neighboring airports.

0. The use of tents is permitted only in designated campgrounds. Tents will not be permitted in any other area of the park to include but not limited to beaches, picnic areas, day use areas and parking lots.

Justification: Per the Merriam- Webster dictionary, a tent is defined as a collapsible shelter of fabric (as nylon or canvas) stretched and sustained by poles and used for camping outdoors or as a temporary building. Per §2.10(b)(10), camping is only permitted at designated sites or in designated areas. At Gateway National recreation Area camping is only permitted in designated campgrounds, not on the beach, in the picnic areas, parking lots or day use areas. Section 5.7 prohibits constructing a building on other facility upon, over, across, through or under any park area, except in accordance with the provisions of a valid permit. Constructing tents or similar structures in areas where they are not permitted can affect emergency response, create user conflicts and disturb the aesthetics of the park environment. Additionally, tents have been used on the beach to conceal illegal activity, such as public lewdness and the use of controlled substances.

P. The use of temporary shade structures, such as canopies, umbrellas, tarps is permitted during daylight hours and only in the following areas:

1) Park Beaches

2) Designated picnic areas

3) Designated campgrounds (see section on Campgrounds for additional restrictions)

4) Any area designated in accordance with the provisions of a valid permit.

These structures cannot be enclosed or modified or combined with any other structure or material to construct an enclosure. The use of driftwood to construct on enclosure is prohibited.

Windscreens may be used on ocean beaches. However, on swimming beaches (lifeguarded), no windscreens are permitted within 35 feet of the high tide (wrack) line. No physical structure or combination of such may exceed twenty-five (25) feet in uninterrupted length. An obstruction-free corridor measuring at least fifteen (15) feet must be maintained between the barriers specified above to ensure free access. The construction of windscreens from driftwood is prohibited.

Justification: Maintaining obstruction-free corridors is necessary for effective emergency response and visitor movement. Additionally, it helps facilitate visitor movement along the waterline, aids the lifeguards in seeing and responding to events along the shoreline, and provides an unobstructed viewing area of the ocean.

P. The following restrictions apply to all Multi-Use Pathways (MUPs):

1) Users must keep to the right of the center dividing line per the pathway postings.

2) The Multi-Use Path (MUP) is closed to motorized vehicles. This does not apply to those vehicles meeting the intent of the American's with Disabilities Act of 1990

(ADA).

Justification: The MU? receives heavy visitor use from pedestrian (e.g., walkers, runners) and wheeled (e.g., bicycles, roller blades) user groups. The heavy traffic along with the winding curves can make for a potentially unsafe situation. The divided pathway is intended to mitigate associated risks for all user groups involved.

Q. In accordance with 18 USC § 795, Photographing active defense installations or vessels is prohibited.

Justification: Due to the heightened security as a result of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, Park areas across from the Earle Naval Weapons Station, the US Coast Guard Stations, and the shipping channel at the north end of the Sandy Hook Unit are under greater scrutiny and visitors taking photographs of naval vessels or homeland security facilities may be investigated.

36 CFR § 1.6 — Activities That Require a Permit

1. In accordance with § 1.6(f), the following is a compilation of those activities for which a permit from the superintendent is required:

1.5 - Public Use Limits

A. Entering or remaining in the park between park closure and 5:00 am, except for third party occupants authorized by a government instrument.

2.4 — Weapons, Traps or Nets

A. Using traps for furbearing game species requires a permit.

B. Permits are required year round for use of the archery range on Floyd Bennett Field.

1) Permits expire January 31st following the year of issuance.

2) A $50.00 "Administrative Fee" is required.

2.5 — Research Specimens

A. Collecting Specimens of plants, fish, wildlife, rocks or minerals.

§2.10 — Camping and Food Storage

A. Camping at all public and group campgrounds. Public camping permits may take up to 7 days to process.

2.12 - Audio Disturbances

A. Operating a power saw in developed areas.

B. Operation of any type of portable motor or engine, or device powered by a portable motor or engine in non-developed areas.

C. Operation of a public address system in connection with a public gathering or special event.

2.13 - Fires

A. Fire permits may be issued in conjunction with a Special Use Permit.

B. Fire permits for after-hours fishing.

1) Only in conjunction with afterhours fishing.

2) Only issued at Sandy Hook Unit from October 15 through April 14.

3) Issued daily and are valid from sunset to sunrise.

2.17 - Aircraft and & Air Delivery

A. Delivery or retrieval of a person or object by parachute, helicopter or other airborne means.

B. Removal of a downed aircraft.

C. Runways at Floyd Bennett Field may be opened to aircraft for educational or interpretive purposes, (Public Law 92-592).

2.22 — Property

A. Leaving Property Unattended.

2.23 — Recreation Fees

A. Daily Site Use Fees

1) In the Sandy Hook Unit the use of parking areas B, C, D, E, G, I, J and K. Memorial Day

Weekend through Labor Day. (7:00 a.m. through 5:00 p.m.).

2) In the Jamaica Bay Unit the use of Riis Park parking areas Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day (7:00 a.m. through 6:00 p.m.).

B. Special Recreation Permit Fees

1) Fishing access parking.

2) Off road vehicle access at Bree2:y Point Tip.

3) Access to park for fishing after established hours of operation.

4) Access to park for other recreation after established hours of operation.

5) Archery area parking access.

6) Youth and school group camping.

7) Group picnic…