False Creek Tidings The Newsletter of the False Creek Harbour Authority

Volume 2 Issue 4 November 1997

Fall Issue!

Parking Policy At Last!
Permit Parking to Go into Effect November 17, 1997

In order to improve service to our members, The board of directors of the false creek harbour authority has approved a parking policy for this facility. This policy will ensure that parking will be available for harbour users.

Parking policy has always been a difficult issue here at False Creek. Unlike other harbours, False Creek has limited space available for parking.

Abandoned vehicles, and non-harbour users have taken spaces that could have been available for our customers.

In order to provide better available space for those on legitimate harbour business the following policy has been approved by the FCHA Board of Directors.

HARBOUR POLICY

Any vehicles parked in violation of signs or regulations will be towed away at owner's expense.
Parking lot is reserved for False Creek Harbour users only.
Vessel owners berthed at the Harbour are allowed to park one vehicle while on the Harbour premises.
Parking is on a first-come, first-served basis. The False Creek Harbour Authority does not guarantee the availability of parking services.
All vehicles must display a valid parking permit on the dashboard or mirror inside their vehicle. Vehicles not displaying a valid parking permit will towed away at the owner’s expense.
Vessels in arrears for harbour services will not be allowed parking privileges.
Homeport vessels will be issued a yearly permit if their berthage is paid in advance.
Transient vessels, tradesmen, and visitors will be issued a temporary parking permit for a specified period.
Parking permit fees will be charged according to the Harbour Rate Schedule.
The False Creek Harbour Authority accept no responsibility for loss or damage to the vehicle or contents.
Living in cars or any other unconventional types of accommodation in False Creek Harbour is strictly prohibited.
Owners cannot leave their vehicles parked in the owner’s absence for more than 72 hours without the permission of Harbour Management.
Recreational vehicles, trailers, buses and other large vehicles may only park with the permission of Harbour management.
All vehicles must have a valid licence and insurance.
Vehicles leaking petroleum products or polluting substances will be towed at owner’s expense.
The False Creek Harbour Authority reserves the right to revoke parking privileges for any individual who is in non-compliance with Harbour policy, regulations or direction from Harbour management.

Parking Procedures

All vessel owners must register their vehicle(s) at the office.
One yearly permit will be issued to the owner of each vessel.
Temporary permits can be obtained at the harbour office.

 

Your cooperation with these policies is appreciated.

Parking Questions & Answers

Who is responsible for enforcing parking policy?

Harbour Staff will enforce parking policy. Vehicles will be towed only at the direction of Harbour Staff.

What about visitors and tradespersons? What if I have crew coming down?

Visitors, tradespersons and crewmembers will have to obtain a temporary permit from the harbour office. The temporary permit will be valid only for the time indicated on the permit. There is presently no charge for temporary permits.

How do I get a permit and what will it cost me?

Please come to the office with the vehicle make and licence number. Yearly permits will be issued for $2.00 to cover printing costs. Permits will not be issued to harbour users who are in arrears.

How long can I leave my vehicle parked while out on my boat?

Vehicles may not be left left unattended for more than 72 hours without the consent of Harbour Management. In consideration of other harbour users please park offsite if your vessel will be away for long periods.

 

 

HARBOUR NEWS

We were saddened to hear that Sargeant Ron Pollard passed away on November 4, 1997. Ron had worked as chief commissionaire here at False Creek from 1995 to 1997. Ron made many friends while working here. His professional manner and hard work were a great asset to the harbour. Our deepest sympathies are extended to the Pollard family.
Work is progressing on the Sales Float. Construction details are now being finalized with DFO.
Work is being done by contractors in various areas of the Harbour to improve services. We apologize for any inconvenience that this may cause.
The mailbox at the harbour office has been phased out effective November 1st, 1997. No mail, other than that addressed to the False Creek Harbour Authority will be accepted after this date.
Please ensure that your vessels and vehicles are locked when unattended. Please report any concerns you may have to the harbour office as soon as possible.
Pleasure Craft owners are reminded that should space be required for Commercial Fishing Vessels, 24 hours notice may be given to vacate the Harbour.