The group secured prime developer status from the City Council last week for the area encompassing Waterfront Park, a walking pier that Mayor Michael Passero said is underutilized and in need of a major boost of water-related activity. Advanced American will have exclusive right to negotiate a development agreement or lease with no promises yet from the city. Through its public relation firm, Quinn & Hary, the city released the conceptual plans on Friday that show everything from a water limo service to to a helipad. The designs also show a spot on the pier for concerts, farmers market and pop-up events. David Hancock, a partner in Advanced American Engineering, said he drew up the plans with an excitement for what could be. He now realizes the area of Custom House Pier is occupied by a restaurant through a lease with the city. Passero said in addition to his vision of a bustling, working waterfront he’s always thought the city, with its deepwater channels, could act as a stopover for travelers from places such as the Hamptons and Martha’s Vineyard. Smaller and larger vessels could bring in more tourists and help support existing businesses.
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