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18 COMMERCIAL STREET - CONSERVATION COMMISSION - IZ�A - i$ � «; � �. �Q�. Z�9 . __ _ ❑vilJinc�u.nannbl<Ct„n�,m.... ,*�an:�n l'sdn_iY:J�fn.... B1Oellg'111eCrlllg 1A Cornmertial Street I Salem.MA 01970 P:978-740-0096 f-978-740-0097 GROUP bioengineering.com May 28,2010 RECEIVED Frank Taormina C Conservation Agent JUN p 12010 Department of Planning and Community Development 120 Washington Street DEPT OF PLANNING$ Salem MA 01970 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT RE: Request to Amend Negative Determination Special Conditions Dear Mr.Taorima We hereby request that the Salem Conservation Commission modify the Special Conditions associated with the Negative Determination of Applicability issued on 9/22/2009 on the Bioengineering Group floating island demonstration project. After discussion with the Mayor's office and Salem's lawyer Jerry Parisella,we have determined that we will be unable to fulfill the liability disclaimer requirements associated with Special Conditions 1 and 3,because doing so creates prohibitively high insurance cost burdens on Bioengineering Group premiums. Although overwhelming consensus among stakeholder groups is that this is a very worthwhile environmental education project,we are unable to carry out the work without first amending the Special Conditions to remove the liability clauses. We look forward to discussing this matter with the commissioners at the 10 June 2010 Salem Conservation Commission hearing. Kind Regards, The Bioengineering Group,Inc. Terry Bastian Cc: Wendi Goldsmith, CEP UNITED STATES P f2 to _ r" ,`°'� ••M 777 , I � .. - •�,,,,�••,•W.w•^" 'f�tastagz,.L�'F®es.J�id MN I • Sender: Please print your name, address, and ZIP+41n this box"-'" I I I I Salem Conservation Commission I 120 Washington Street,3rd FI Salem,MA 01970 A - e) fill Covtiu S II61IIitNiJ,IIIIII1I11III►IIIIIIIIIfIII►IIIII►it►dlIINIII SENDER: COMPLETE THIS SECTION C�WPLETZ THIS b-CTION UV DELIVERY ■ Complete items 1,2,and 3.Also complete A. St to Item 4 if Restricted Delivery Is desired. 0 Agent ■ Print your name and address on the reverse X 0 Addressee so that we can return the card to you. B. R elved bAOln- ZPD Date of Delivery 2 aa�3 ■ Attach this card to the back of the mailpiece, 6611 19 1 or on the front if space permits. 1. Article Addressed to: D. 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Articlember (hale rfroms 7008 '1140 0004 0940 1304 - l (Transfer from service fabe�.� - PS Form 3811,February 2004 Domestic Return Receipt 102595-02-M-1540', i i n CITY OF SALEM CONSERVATION COMMISSION September 22, 2009 Mr. Terry Bastian The BioEngineering Group 18 Commercial Street Salem, MA 01970 Re: Determination of Applicability Installation of Innovative Stormwater Management Systems Dear Mr. Bastian: Enclosed, please find the Determination of Applicability for the above referenced project. You may proceed with your project prior to the end of the 10-day appeal period (as of October 6, 2009), at your own risk. This Determination is good for three years from the date of issuance, September 22, 2009, except in Areas Subject Protection as stated in the Wetlands Protection Act under MGL c. 131, Section 40. If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact me 978-619-5685. Sincerely, k-� Carey uques Conservation Agent/ Staff Planner Enclosures CC: DEP Northeast Regional Office Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection Bureau of Resource Protection -Wetlands WPA Form 2 — Determination of Applicability Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act M.G.L. c. 131, §40 A. General Information Important: When filling out From: forms on the Salem computer, use Conservation Commission only the tab key to move To: Applicant Property Owner(if different from applicant): your cursor- do not use the Bioengineering Group return key. Name Name 18 Commercial Street VQ Mailing Address Mailing Address Salem MA 01970 City/Town State Zip Code, City/Town State Zip Code 1. Title and Date (or Revised Date if applicable)of Final Plans and Other Documents: Request for Dertmination of Applicability Resubmission September 1, 2009 Title - Date Proposal to Demonstrate Innovative Stormwater Management Retrofit Systems at an Urbanized Site Along the North River in Salem, MA Date Title Date 2. Date Request Filed: September 1 2009 B. Determination Pursuant to the authority of M.G.L. c. 131, §40, the Conservation Commission considered your Request for Determination of Applicability, with its supporting documentation, and made the following Determination. Project Description (if applicable): The work involves the removal of 1,575 square feet of pavement in the front of the building along Commercial Street(Icoated within a Riverfront Area). The asphalt and surface fill are removed, disposed off site and 3"of clean topsoil brought in to establish again garden. Granite curbing will be installed along the edge of the bed to form a wheelstop defining the edge of the parking lot. The proposed rain garden is described in the RDA and will include a wetland seed mix in addition to live plants suitable for the area. The rain garden will also collect rain from the roof allowing it to infiltrate into the soil. The existing concrete staircase and the wooden handicapped access ramp will be replaced with a metal "rain-through" material to allow rainwater to flow into a rain garden below. Installation of a demonstration floating vegetated wildlife habitat island. Project Location: 18 Commercial Street Salem Street Address Cityrrown 26 51 Assessors Map/Plat Number Parcel/Lot Number wpaform2.doc•Determinakn of Applicability•rev.10/6/04 Page 1 or 5 c Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection �- Bureau of Resource Protection - Wetlands WPA Form 2 — Determination of Applicability Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act M.G.L. c. 131, §40 B. Determination (cont.) The following Determination(s) is/are applicable to the proposed site and/or project relative to the Wetlands Protection Act and regulations: Positive Determination Note: No work within the jurisdiction of the Wetlands Protection Act may proceed until a final Order of Conditions(issued following submittal of a Notice of Intent or Abbreviated Notice of Intent)or Order of Resource Area Delineation (issued following submittal of Simplified Review ANRAD) has been received from the issuing authority(i.e., Conservation Commission or the Department of Environmental Protection). ❑ 1. The area described on the referenced plan(s)is an area subject to protection under the Act. Removing,filling,dredging, or altering of the area requires the filing of a Notice of Intent. ❑ 2a. The boundary delineations of the following resource areas described on the referenced plan(s)are confirmed as accurate. Therefore, the resource area boundaries confirmed in this Determination are binding as to all decisions rendered pursuant to the Wetlands Protection Act and its regulations regarding such boundaries for as long as this Determination is valid. ❑ 2b. The boundaries of resource areas listed below are not confirmed by this Determination, regardless of whether such boundaries are contained on the plans attached to this Determination or to the Request for Determination. ❑ 3. The work described on referenced plan(s)and document(s) is within an area subject to protection under the Act and will remove, fill, dredge, or alter that area. Therefore, said work requires the filing of a Notice of Intent. ❑ 4.The work described on referenced plan(s)and document(s) is within the Buffer Zone and will alter an Area subject to protection under the Act. Therefore, said work requires the filing of a Notice of Intent or ANRAD Simplified Review(if work is limited to the Buffer Zone). ❑ 5. The area and/or work described on referenced plan(s)and document(s) is subject to review and approval by: Name of Municipality Pursuant to the following municipal wetland ordinance or bylaw: Name - Ordinance or Bylaw Citation wpaform2 loc•Delerrnnabon of Applicability•rev.10/6/04 Page 2 of 5 Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection Bureau of Resource Protection - Wetlands WPA Form 2 — Determination of Applicability 1 Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act M.G.L. c. 131, §40 B. Determination (cont.) ❑ 6. The following area and/or work, if any, is subject to a municipal ordinance or bylaw but not subject to the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act: ❑ 7. If a Notice of Intent is filed for the work in the Riverfront Area described on referenced plan(s) and document(s), which includes all or part of the work described in the Request, the applicant must consider the following alternatives. (Refer to the wetland regulations at 10.58(4)c. for more information about the scope of alternatives requirements): ❑ Alternatives limited to the lot on which the project is located. ❑ Alternatives limited to the lot on which the project is located, the subdivided lots, and any adjacent lots formerly or presently owned by the same owner. ❑ Alternatives limited to the original parcel on which the project is located, the subdivided parcels, any adjacent parcels, and any other land which can reasonably be obtained within the municipality. ❑ Alternatives extend to any sites which can reasonably be obtained within the appropriate region of the state. Negative Determination Note: No further action under the Wetlands Protection Act is required by the applicant. However, if the Department is requested to issue a Superseding Determination of Applicability, work may not proceed on this project unless the Department fails to act on such request within 35 days of the date the request is post-marked for certified mail or hand delivered to the Department. Work may then proceed at the owner's risk only upon notice to the Department and to the Conservation Commission. Requirements for requests for Superseding Determinations are listed at the end of this document. ❑ 1. The area described in the Request is not an area subject to protection under the Act or the Buffer Zone. ❑ 2. The work described in the Request is within an area subject to protection under the Act, but will not remove, fill, dredge, or alter that area. Therefore, said work does not require the filing of a Notice of Intent. ® 3. The work described in the Request is within the Buffer Zone, as defined in the regulations, but will not alter an Area subject to protection under the Act. Therefore, said work does not require the filing of a Notice of Intent, subject to the following conditions (if any). See attached conditions. ❑ 4. The work described in the Request is not within an Area subject to protection under the Act (including the Buffer Zone). Therefore, said work does not require the filing of a Notice of Intent, unless and until said work alters an Area subject to protection under the Act. wpaform2 aoc•Determination of Applicability•rev.M&00 Page 3 of 5 5 Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection - Bureau of Resource Protection - Wetlands WPA Form 2 — Determination of Applicability Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act M.G.L. c. 131, §40 B. Determination (cont.) ❑ 5. The area described in the Request is subject to protection under the Act. Since the work described therein meets the requirements for the following exemption, as specified in the Act and the regulations, no Notice of Intent is required: Exempt Activity(site applicable statuatory/regulatory provisions) ❑ 6. The area and/or work described in the Request is not subject to review and approval by: Name of Municipality Pursuant to a municipal wetlands ordinance or bylaw. Name Ordinance or Bylaw Citation C. Authorization This Determination is issued to the applicant and delivered as follows: ❑ by hand delivery on 0 by certified mail, return receipt requested on Snylvt )tr 7_2-1 2009 Date Date I This Determination is valid for three years from the date of issuance (except Determinations for Vegetation Management Plans which are valid for the duration of the Plan). This Determination does not relieve the applicant from complying with all other applicable federal, state, or local statutes, ordinances, bylaws, or regulations. This Deter ' ation must signed by a majority of the Conservation Commission. A copy must be sent to the ap opriate DEP R gional Office (see htto://www.mass.gov/deo/about/reoion.findyour.htm)and the property ner(if differ t from the applicant). Sig nal " P /�2/ 1 d G September 10, 2009 Date wpaform2Aoc•Determination of Applicability•rev.70/6/04 Page 4 of 5 Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection Bureau of Resource Protection - Wetlands WPA Form 2 — Determination of Applicability Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act M.G.L. c. 131, §40 D. Appeals The applicant, owner, any person aggrieved by this Determination, any owner of land abutting the land upon which the proposed work is to be done, or any ten residents of the city or town in which such land is located, are hereby notified of their right to request the appropriate Department of Environmental Protection Regional Office(see http://www.mass.gov/dei)/about/region.findvour.htm)to issue a Superseding Determination of Applicability. The request must be made by certified mail or hand delivery to the Department, with the appropriate filing fee and Fee Transmittal Form (see Request for Departmental Action Fee Transmittal Form)as provided in 310 CMR 10.03(7) within ten business days from the date of issuance of this Determination. A copy of the request shall at the same time be sent by certified mail or hand delivery to the Conservation Commission and to the applicant if he/she is not the appellant. The request shall state clearly and concisely the objections to the Determination which is being appealed. To the extent that the Determination is based on a municipal ordinance or bylaw and not on the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act or regulations, the Department of Environmental Protection has no appellate jurisdiction. wpatorm2doc•Determination of Applicability•rev.1016104 Page 5 of 5 ��ovtut i o f �c CITY OF SALEM CONSERVATION COMMISSION Determination of Applicability Special Conditions Bioengineering Group 18 Commercial Street, Salem, MA The Salem Conservation Commission finds this Request for a Determination of Applicability negative so long as the following Special Conditions are met: 1. The applicant shall discuss/review potential liability issues associated with installing the vegetated island to the bottom of the North River and securing it to the timber seawall with the City of Salem Legal Department,prior to installation. 2. The applicant shall correspond with the overseeing authority of Leslie's Retreat Park,either the City of Salem Parks Department or the Commonwealth of Massachusetts(Mass Highway)to inform them of the installation of the structure prior to its installation. 3. An interpretive sign shall be created describing the structure,its purpose,potential benefits,etc.that the installer feels would be informative and educational for the public. The sign shall be reviewed by the Conservation Agent prior to installation and shall include,at a minimum, a liability disclaimer holding the City of Salem harmless should issues arise, or other language as advised by the City of Salem's Legal Department. 4. No Bioengineering Group Logo or Sign can be placed on the vegetated island or interpretive sign(s). 5. The applicant is to develop a checklist for the floating vegetated island to be completed monthly,that monitors the stability of the vegetated island,effectiveness,and other aspects of the structure. The checklists shall be made available to the Conservation Commission should they choose to review them. 6. The applicant is responsible for the maintenance of the structure,ensuring that it remains intact and is securely anchored. 7. The structure shall be removed by the Bioengineering Group if issues arise. Floating Vegetation DEMONSTRATED USE Method Description—Floating vegetation generically describes the construction and SETTINGS: installation of floating elements that support living wetland plant communities. These systems • Rivers/canals mimic naturally occurring floating masses of wetland vegetation typical in various regions, although they are engineered and contain artificial buoyant materials. While the specific • Lakes/reservoirs construction materials and techniques of the floating element itself may vary,the concept • Water treatment lagoons involves constructing a platform that floats while supporting a mattress of mature,self- maintaining wetland vegetation. These elements are often referred to as Floating Islands. The MEASURE technique was introduced decades ago in Germany and there are many projects world-wide that HIGHLIGHTS: have successfully deployed floating vegetation. • Vegetation supported by A common and tested method comprises of a structural framework of durable,sealed tubing buoyant structures that provides floatation and supports a geofabric reinforced platform of vegetation. The entire • Provides habitat above unit is typically triangular water for birds, mammals, in design in order to ( "w• - reptiles, etc. resist high physical forces • Provides underwater root present due to ice zone habitat for fish and formation,though other invertebrates shapes are common in ice-free locations. The • Scalable by attaching triangular design also individual units together reduces the likelihood • Adjust to fluctuating water that the element can levels capsize from large wave energies. For simpler BENEFITS PROVIDED: applications where space • Provides fish habitat: is at a premium,simple o Cover tubular modules of coir o Shade encased in synthetic mesh attached to buoyant pipes may create linear floating vegetation o Food source systems. Additionally an array of round or free-form systems has been created for specific o Oxygen applications. • Reduces wave energies The tubular floatation elements are constructed of various plastics,such as HDPE and PVC, . Improves water quality or metal, such as stainless steel filled with closed cell foam.The tubing elements are joined at the corners using a variety of techniques,all of which allow for flexibility and movement of the • Provides bird habitat individual elements. This allows the overall floating platform to flex with the waves,and allows • Can be purchased ready for a significant function of wave energy dissipation. The vegetated platform varies among for installation, or"home- individual designs,but is similar in that the platform is suspended between the floating tubular made" elements. The vegetation is often grown within a nursery setting,within a growth medium such • Water column fish refugia as a coir(coconut fiber)mattress,or a synthetic geotextile,or a combination. It is recommended that the vegetation mat be well established prior to installation and exposure to • Bird nesting habitat high energy sites. The floating elements support the mattress such that the green,leafy portions • Herptile(turtle)habitat of the vegetation grow above waterline,while the roots dangle below the mattress into the water column. • Habitat for rooted aquatic and emergent macrophytes Habitat Enhancement Values—Floating vegetation units provide both terrestrial • Protection from wave (island) habitats for birds,mammals,reptiles,etc,by providing resting,basking breeding and energy nesting,and grazing habitat. They also provide cover and are ideal for protection from predators and from disturbance by man which typically occurs via land. Floating vegetation Bioengineering Rl„)V also provides unusual and excellent habitat below the waterline for fish. The roots of the vegetation extend down,dangling into the waterbody where they provide physical cover for depths of up to six feet. Simple linear systems create conditions similar to riverme undercut banks,while large systems create expanded areas of floating " _ Y vegetative cover as occurs in some natural marsh h systems. Floating vegetation shades and reduces water temperature while generating locally7� t elevated oxygen levels released into the root zone through photosynthesis,especially during mid-day periods when urban waterways often experience depleted oxygen levels,thus providing a temporal refuge for fish. The physiological activities of the plants and associated microbes provide additional dissolved oxygen to the water column and through associated chemical activity can contribute to an improvement in water quality. Additionally,the dangling underwater root system reduces current and wave energies so suspended sediment begins to settle directly beneath the structure. There are instances where floating vegetation has been observed to root into sediment collected beneath them and over time,and the vegetation anchored and became indistinguishable from natural islands. Implementation Factors —Floating vegetation is an ideal alternative when banks are too steep for natural vegetation _ — or when trampling by animals or humans occurs (as in urban parks). They are used within the channel environment,in water of any depth,hence requiring no land acquisition and offering a very high degree of flexibility concerning siting. The single largest consideration for the use of floating vegetation is the i, location. When used in a publicly viewable area,they can provide highly aesthetic greening,improving the appearance and function of otherwise barren steep and/or solid embankments or walls unsuited for vegetation. Unlike other habitat improvement elements that may function underwater or through the establishment of subtle changes in channel form or surface material,floating vegetation offers function combined with recognizable strong visual appeal. When anchored within a navigation channel,the requirements ofboat traffic can be addressed to allow passage of boats without obstructing traffic movement. Additionally,it is important that the floating materials not be struck and damaged by passing boats. Wave height is also a consideration as the floating units are susceptible to capsizing if affected by very large waves. Closely related to this is the anchoring requirement. The floating elements can be anchored to the channel wall or shoreline if placed in close enough proximity,or can be anchored to the channel bottom. Anchoring is achieved by various means and should be carefully considered at the design stage. Buffer systems such as springs,pulleys or buoys help reduce strain and impact on anchors and A43(,'Mi.}X�7M1� lines used to secure islands in high energy locations. � Floating vegetation may be removed from the waterbody in autumn in order to prune roots and foliage (for nutrient removal via disposal or composting),and to avoid exposure to ice impacts;however this level of maintenance is optional if systems are designed for year- _ round deployment. !mage Source: Bestmann Green Systems Brochure Bioengineering cpuur 51 "� '. �'�."' So�. �„ .a.��Y � �. 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There is no basement for the building and there are no sumps or other drainage elements that flow directly into the North River. A survey of the building demonstrated that the finished floor elevation of the building is above the 100-year flood elevation. We will ensure that the erosion control measures are in place and well maintained throughout the course of the project. As discussed during the RDA hearing, by removing impervious surfaces and routing roof runoff through the proposed rain garden (a) water quality treatment, (b) runoff containment, (c) sediment retention, (d) ecological and habitat functionalities of the buildings and grounds will be greatly improved. Thant s and Regards, i r� [Wendi Goldsmith) ECOLOGISTS I EARTH SCIENTISTS ENGINEERS LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS r .a- w rl Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection Bureau of Resource Protection - Wetlands WPA Form 2 — Determination of Applicability Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act M.G.L. c. 131, §40 A. General Information Important: When filling out From: forms on the Salem computer, use Conservation Commission only the tab key to move To: Applicant Property Owner(if different from applicant): your cursor- do not use the River Wharf Realty Trust 0 C 0 0 0 return key. - Name Name 18 Commercial Street 00000 m - Mailing Address Matlmg Address Salem MA 01970 Code 0 El QW 000❑ ❑0 ode Crty/T'own State Zip Code Citylrown 0 Zip Code 1. Title and Date (or Revised Date if applicable) of Final Plans and Other Documents: Proposal to Demonstrate Innovative Stormwater Management Retrofit January 13 2006 Systems at an Urbanized Site Along the North River in Salem MA Date Determination of Appliciability- 18 Commercial Street Salem, MA Photos 00000 Title Date 00000 00000 Title Date 2. Date Request Filed: September 18, 2006 B. Determination Pursuant to the authority of M.G.L. c. 131, §40, the Conservation Commission considered your Request for Determination of Applicability, with its supporting documentation, and made the following Determination. Project Description (if applicable): wW.m2.d=•rev.3H/05 Page 1 of 5 , p Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection Bureau of Resource Protection - Wetlands WPA Form 2 — Determination of Applicability Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act M.G.L. c. 131 §40 The work involves the removal of 1,575 square feet of pavement in the front of the building along Commercial Street (Icoated within a Riverfront Area). The asphalt and surface fill are removed, disposed off site and 3" of clean topsoil brought in to establish a rain garden. Granite curbing will be installed along the edge of the bed to form a wheelstop defining the edge of the parking lot. The proposed rain garden is described in the RDA and will include a wetland seed mix in addition to live plants suitable for the area. The rain garden will also collect rain from the roof allowing it to infiltrate into the soil. The existing concrete staircase and the wooden handicapped access ramp will be replaced with a metal"rain-through" material to allow rainwater to flow into a rain garden below. Project Location: 18 Commercial Street _ Salem street Address City/Town Map 26 Lot 0051 Assessors Map/Plat Number ParceVLot Number B. Determination (cont.) The following Determination(s) is/are applicable to the proposed site and/or project relative to the Wetlands Protection Act and regulations: Positive Determination Note: No work within the jurisdiction of the Wetlands Protection Act may proceed until a final Order of Conditions(issued following submittal of a Notice of Intent or Abbreviated Notice of Intent)or Order of Resource Area Delineation (issued following submittal of Simplified Review ANRAD) has been received from the issuing authority (i.e., Conservation Commission or the Department of Environmental Protection). ❑ 1. The area described on the referenced plan(s)is an area subject to protection under the Act. Removing, filling, dredging, or altering of the area requires the filing of a Notice of Intent. ❑ 2a. The boundary delineations of the following resource areas described on the referenced plan(s)are confirmed as accurate. Therefore, the resource area boundaries confirmed in this Determination are binding as to all decisions rendered pursuant to the Wetlands Protection Act and its regulations regarding such boundaries for as long as this Determination is valid. woaform2.do.- ev.3/1/05 Page 2 of 5 . L Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection Bureau of Resource Protection - Wetlands WPA Form 2 — Determination of Applicability Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act M.G.L. c. 131, §40 ❑000❑ ❑ 2b. The boundaries of resource areas listed below are not confirmed by this Determination, regardless of whether such boundaries are contained on the plans attached to this Determination or to the Request for Determination. ❑00E1❑ ❑ 3. The work described on referenced plan(s) and document(s) is within an area subject to protection under the Act and will remove, fill, dredge, or alter that area. Therefore, said work requires the filing of a Notice of Intent. ❑ 4. The work described on referenced plan(s) and document(s) is within the Buffer Zone and will alter an Area subject to protection under the Act. Therefore, said work requires the filing of a Notice of Intent or ANRAD Simplified Review (if work is limited to the Buffer Zone). ❑ 5. The area and/or work described on referenced plan(s) and document(s) is subject to review and approval by: ❑ouoE Name of Municipality Pursuant to the following municipal wetland ordinance or bylaw: ❑0000 ❑000❑ Name Ordinance or Bylaw Citation B. Determination cont. ❑ 6. The following area and/or work, if any, is subject to a municipal ordinance or bylaw but not subject to the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act: wpaformldoc•rev.3x1/05 - Page 3 of 5 fF Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection Bureau of Resource Protection - Wetlands WPA Form 2 — Determination of Applicability Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act M.G.L. c. 131, §40 ❑DDDD ❑ 7. If a Notice of Intent is filed for the work in the Riverfront Area described on referenced plan(s) and document(s), which includes all or part of the work described in the Request, the applicant must consider the following alternatives. (Refer to the wetland regulations at 10.58(4)c. for more information about the scope of alternatives requirements): ❑ Alternatives limited to the lot on which the project is located. ❑ Alternatives limited to the lot on which the project is located, the subdivided lots, and any adjacent lots formerly or presently owned by the same owner. ❑ Alternatives limited to the original parcel on which the project is located, the subdivided parcels, any adjacent parcels, and any other land which can reasonably be obtained within the municipality. ❑ Alternatives extend to any sites which can reasonably be obtained within the appropriate region of the state. Negative Determination Note: No further action under the Wetlands Protection Act is required by the applicant. However, if the Department is requested to issue a Superseding Determination of Applicability, work may not proceed on this project unless the Department fails to act on such request within 35 days of the date the request is post-marked for certified mail or hand delivered to the Department. Work may then proceed at the owner's risk only upon notice to the Department and to the Conservation Commission. Requirements for requests for Superseding Determinations are listed at the end of this document. ❑ 1. The area described in the Request is not an area subject to protection under the Act or the Buffer Zone. ❑ 2. The work described in the Request is within an area subject to protection under the Act, but will not remove, fill, dredge, or alter that area. Therefore, said work does not require the filing of a Notice of Intent. ❑ 3. The work described in the Request is within the Buffer Zone, as defined in the regulations, but will not alter an Area subject to protection under the Act. Therefore, said work does not require the filing of a Notice of Intent, subject to the following conditions (if any). 110000 ❑ 4. The work described in the Request is not within an Area subject to protection under the Act (including the Buffer Zone). Therefore, said work does not require the filing of a Notice of Intent, unless and until said work alters an Area subject to protection under the Act. B. Determination (cont.) .Ps;f ,doc•rev.W1105 Page 4 of 5 Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection Bureau of Resource Protection - Wetlands WPA Form 2 — Determination of Applicability Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act M.G.L. c. 131, §40 O 5. The area described in the Request is subject to protection under the Act. Since the work described therein meets the requirements for the following exemption, as specified in the Act and the regulations, no Notice of Intent is required: 310 CMR 10.02 (2)(b)1.(f): conversion of impervious to vegetated surfaces, provided erosion and sedimentation controls are implemented during construction. Exempt Adrviry(site applicable statuatory/regulatory provisions) ❑ 6. The area and/or work described in the Request is not subject to review and approval by: ' ❑001111 Name of Municipality Pursuant to a municipal wetlands ordinance or bylaw. 000110 110000 Name Ordinance or Bylaw Citation C. Authorization This Determination is issued to the applicant and delivered as follows: ❑ by hand delivery on ❑O by certified mail, return receipt requested on 110111111 September 28 2006 Date Date This Determination is valid for three years from the date of issuance(except Determinations for Vegetation Management Plans which are valid for the duration of the Plan). This Determination does not relieve the applicant from complying with all other applicable federal, state, or local statutes, ordinances, bylaws, or regulations. This Determination must be signed by a majority of the Conservation Commission. A copy must be sent to the appropriate DEP Regional Office(see Attachment) and the property owner(if different from the applicant). Signatures: wpafarm2.d=•re¢W/05 Page 5 of 5 , W f Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection Bureau of Resource Protection - Wetlands WPA Form 2 — Determination of Applicability Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act M.G.L. c. 131, §40 September 28 2006 Date D. Appeals The applicant, owner, any person aggrieved by this Determination, any owner of land abutting the land upon which the proposed work is to be done, or any ten residents of the city or town in which such land is located, are hereby notified of their right to request the appropriate Department of Environmental Protection Regional Office (see Attachment) to issue a Superseding Determination of Applicability. The request must be made by certified mail or hand delivery to the Department, with the appropriate filing fee and Fee Transmittal Form (see Request for Departmental Action Fee Transmittal Form)as provided in 310 CMR 10.03(7)within ten business days from the date of issuance of this Determination. A copy of the request shall at the same time be sent by certified mail or hand delivery to the Conservation Commission and to the applicant if he/she is not the appellant. The request shall state clearly and concisely the objections to the Determination which is being appealed. To the extent that the Determination is based on a municipal ordinance or bylaw and not on the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act or regulations, the Department of Environmental Protection has no appellate jurisdiction. wpaform2doe-rev.3/1105 Page 6 of 5 r' df Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection Bureau of Resource Protection - Wetlands DEP Regional Addresses Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act M.G.L. c 131 §40 Mail transmittal forms and DEP payments,payable to: Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection Box 4062 Boston, MA 02211 DEP Western Region Adams Colrain Hampden - Tyringham Aga am Monroe Pittsfield 436 Dwight Street Ag Conway Hancock Montague Richmond Wales Afford CumDation gton Hawley Monterey Richrrantl Ware Suite prin 402 Amherst' Dalton Hawley Montgomery Russ Warwick Springfield, MA 01103 Ashfield � Deerfield Heath Monson Russell Washington Becket Easthampton Hinsdale Mount Washington Wendell Phone:413-784-1100 gton Santlisfiem Belmardst n East Longmeadow Holland New Ashford Savoy Westfield Fax:413-784-1149 BemaMslon Egremont Holyoke New Marlborough SheRielO Westhampton Blandford Ening Huntington New Salem Shelburne West Springfield Brimfield Florida lanesborough North Adams Shulesbury West Stockbridge Buckland Gill Lee Northampton Southampton Whitely Ch lament Goshen Lenox Northfield South Hadley Wilbraham Cheshire Granby Laverott Orange Soutl iUc Williamsburg Chester Granville Leyden Otis Springfield Williamstown Chesterfield Great Barrington Longmeadow Palmer Stockbridge Whose, Chicopee Greenfield Ludlow Pelham Sunderland Worthington Clarksburg Hadley Middlefield Peru Tolland DEP central Region Acton Chariton Hopkinton Millbury Rutland Uxbridge 627 Main Street - Ashbumham Clinton Hubbaroston Millville Shirley Warren Ashby Douglas Hudson New Braintree Shrewsbury Webster Worcester,MA 01608 Athol Dudley Holliston Northborough Southborough Westborough Phone:508-792-7650 Auburn Dunstable Lancaster Northbridge Southbridge West Boylston Fax:508-792-7621 Ayer East Brookfield Leicester North Brookfield Spencer West Braokretd Barre Fitchburg Leominster Oakham Sterling Wasted TDD: 508-767-2788 '.1 ingham Gardner Littleton Oxford Stow Westminster Berlin Grafton Lunenburg Paxton Sturbridge Wnchendon Blackstone Groton Marlborough Pepperell Sutton Worcester Bolton Harvard Maynard Petersham Templeton Boxborough Hardwick Madway Phillipson Townsend Boylston Holden Menden Princeton Tyngsboraugh Brookfield _ Hopedale Mifford Royalston Upton DEP Southeast Region Abington Dartmouth Freetown MahaP131e9d Provinces. Tisbury 20 Riverside Drive Aceshnet Dennis Gay Head Middleborough Raynham Truro Attlebore Dighton Gosnold Nantucket Rehoboth Wareham Lakeville,MA 02347 Avon Ouxbury Halifax New Bedford! Rochester Well leet Phone:508-946-2700 Barnstable Eastham Hanover North Attleborough Rockland West Bridgewater 'Fax: 508-947-6557 Berkley East Bridgewater Hanson Norton Sandwich Westport Boume Easton Harwich Norwell Scituate West Tisbury TDD:508-946-2795 Brewster Edgmnown Kingston Oak Bluffs Seekonk Whitman Bridgewater Fairhaven Lakeville Orleans Sharon Wrentham Brockton Fall River Mansfield Pembroke Somerset Yarmouth Carver Falmouth Marion Plainville Stoughton Chatham Foxborough Marshfied Plymouth Swansea Chilmark Franklin Mashpee Plympton Taunton DEP Northeast Region Amesbury Chelmsford Hingham Merrimac Quincy Wakefield 1 Winter Street Andover Chelsea Holbrook Methuen Randolph Walpole Arlington Cohasset Hull Middleton Reading Waltham Boston,MA 02108 Ashland Concord Ipswich Millis Revere Water. Phone:617-6546500 Bedford Danvers Lawrence Milton Rockport Wayland Fax: 617-556-1049 Belmont Dedham Lexington Nal-ant Rowley Wellesley Beverly Dover Lincoln Natick Salem Wonham TDD:617-574-6868 Billerica Dracut Lowell Needham Salisbury West Newtwry Boston Essex Lynn Newbury Saugus Weston Boxford Everett Lyruffli Newburyport Sherbom Waslwocd Braintree Framingham Maiden Newton Somerville Weymouth Brookline Georgetown Manchester-By-The-See Norfolk Stoneham Wlmington Burlington Gloucester Marblehead North Andover Sudbury Winchester Cambridge Groveland Medfield North Reading Swampscott Winthrop Canton Hamilton Medford Norwood Tewksbury Woburn Carlisle Haverhill Melrose Peabody Topsfield Wpaform2,dm•DEP Addresses•rev.10WN PaB etofi �ONL1Pfq' CPI'Y OF SALEM CONSERVATION COMMISSION City of Salem Conservation Commission Will hold a public hearing for a Request for Determination of Applicability under the Wetlands Protection Act, Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 131, Section 40 and Salem's Ordinance Pertaining to General Wetlands at the request of the Bioengineering Group. The purpose of this hearing is to discuss the completion of a rain garden at 18 Commercial Street and installation of a demonstration wildlife floating island in the North River. This hearing will be held on Thursday, September 10, 2009 at 6:00 p.m. in Room 313, City Hall Annex, 1II2-0 (Washington Street. David A. Pabich, P.E. Chairman Please advertise on September 3, 2009 Please send bill to: Terry Bastian BioEngineering Group 18 Commercial Street Salem, MA 01970 978-740-0096 4 A. �tOMllpq CITY OF SALEM " %M[ DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND G [v'�4�y,a KIMMRLEY DRIsoOLL COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT MAYOR LYNN GOONIN DUNcAN,A1C' 120 WASHINGTON STREET♦ SAIEK MASSACHUSETTS 01970 DmcrOR TEE:978-619-5685 ♦FAX:978-740-0404 Fax To: Gloria,Salem Evening News From: CareyDuques,Gmsetvation.Agent/Planner Fax: 978-927-1020 Date: 8/31/09 Phone:(978 744-0600 Pages: 2 including cover *rgent Re: Con Com Legal Ad CC: ❑ For Review ❑ Please Comment ❑ Please Reply ❑ Please Recycle Comments: Gloria, Following is one (1) legal advertisement to be printed on September 3, 2009 for the Salem Conservation Commission Meeting on September 10,2009. Thank you, CareyDuques Conservation Agent/Planner 1 i HP OfficeJet 7310 Log for Personal Printer/Fax/Copier/Scanner SALEM -PLANNING DEPT. (978) 740-0404 Aug 31 2009 2:28PM Last Transaction Pate Time Type Identification Duration Pages Result Aug 31 2:26PM Fax Sent 919789271020 1:35 2 OK Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection Bureau of Resource Protection - Wetlands WPA Form 1 - Request for Determination of Applicability cityrrown Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act M.G.L. c. 131, §40 A. General Information Important: When filling out 1 Applicant: forms on the River Wharf RealtyTrust computer, use Name wgoldsmith@bioengineering.com only the tab key E-Mail Address to move your 18 Commercial Street cursor-do not Mailing Address use the return Salem key. City/Town MA 01970State Zip Code 978-740-0096 ext.507 '��1ed� Phone Number Fax Number(if applicable) 2. Representative (if any): The Sioen iinneering Group, Inc. Firm Nick Wildman nwildman bioen inee ring.com Contact Name E-Mail Address 18 Commercial St Mailing Address Salem MA 01970 Cdylrown - State Zip Code Phone Number Fax Number(if applicable) B. Determinations 1. I request the Salem make the following determination(s).Check any that apply: Conservation Commission ❑ a. whether the area depicted on plan(s) and/or map(s) referenced below is an area subject to jurisdiction of the Wetlands Protection Act. ❑ b. whether the boundaries of resource area(s)depicted on plan(s) and/or map(s)referenced below are accurately delineated. ® c. whether the work depicted on plan(s) referenced below is subject to the Wetlands Protection Act. ® d. whether the area and/or work depicted on plan(s) referenced below is subject to the jurisdiction of any municipal wetlands ordinance or bylaw of: Salem Name of Municipality ❑ e.whether the following scope of alternatives is adequate for work in the Riverfront Area as depicted on referenced plan(s). wpaformi,doc _ Page 1 of Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection / Bureau of Resource Protection - Wetlands WPA Form 1 - Request for Determination of Applicability ci yRown Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act M.G.L. c. 131, §40 C. Project Description 1. a. Project Location (use maps and plans to identify the location of the area subject to this request): 18 Commercial Street Salem Street Address City/rowry Z Assessors �-0051-0 Map/Plat Number Parcel/Lot Number b. Area Description (use additional paper, if necessary): The project area is in a heavily industrialized section of Salem along the left bank of the North River. Commercial Street and its neighborhood are characterized by a parge proportion of impervious surfaces which drain directly into the North River. This runoff contributes to impaired water quality from sedimentation and chemical contamination in the River and in Salem Sound. The project was designed as a demonstration of innovative stormwater management by a Massachusetts licensed Professional Engineer and a Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC). The CPESC has supervised each stage of the work in progress. c. Plan and/or Map Reference(s): Title Date Title Date Title Date 2. a. Work Description (use additional paper and/or provide plan(s) of work, if necessary): Please see the attached plan.All areas of work have been stabilized using coir mattress for perimeter control and the site has been graded to collect all runoff in a shallow basin topography(see photo). The work at 18 Commercial Street involves removing 1,575 square feet of pavement in the front of the building (Riverfront Area). The asphalt and the surface fill are removed offsite and 3"clean topsoil brought in to establish a rain garden. Natural granite curbing will be installed along the edge fo the bed to form a wheelstop defining the edge of the parking lot. The rain garden will be planted with a wetland seed mix from Ernst Conservation Seed and select live plants suitable for the hydrology of a periodically saturated environment. The rain garden will collect rain from the roof and allow it to infiltrate into the soil, entering the North River much more slowly and with having had pollutants and nutrients processed through filtration and uptake. In addition, an area of 1,037 square feet on the side of the building has received soil amendments and a gravel pedestrian path to formalize and improve a favorite neighborhood cut-through to the park. The area has been seeded with a native meadow seed mix and mulched to ensure no erosion during establishment(see photo). The existing concrete staircase to the Bioengineering Group will be replaced with a metal "rain-through" material to allow rainwater to flow into the rain garden below. Similarly, the wooden handicaped access ramp will be replaced with a similar pervious material. Overall, the project will result in reduced impervious surface in the North River watershed with lessrunoff to the River and Salem Sound. The project also will result in the creation of a diverse dry and wet meadow habitat where there was none existing. This project is being done in coniunction with a neiahborhood beutification Droiect with Servino Salem (see letter). wpaforml.doc Page 2 of 4 ✓ LMassachusetts Department of Environmental Protection Bureau of Resource Protection - Wetlands - WPA Form 1 - Request for Determination of Applicability city/town Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act M.G.L. c. 131, §40 C. Project Description (cont.) b. Identify provisions of the Wetlands Protection Actor regulations which may exempt the applicant from having to file a Notice of Intent for all or part of the described work (use additional paper, if necessary). Based on our professional opinion, and in consultation with the NERO Circuit Rider, we are confident that this work is exempt from the Wetland Protection Act under 310 CMR 10.02(f), "the conversion of impervious to vegetated surfaces, provided erosion and sedimentation controls are implemented during construction...". The work described in this RDA was designed and overseen by a registered PE and a CPESC using best management practices for construction erosion control. The project is designed to improve the infiltration of stormwater and the water quality in the North River and Salem Sound and has been included in recent EPA and MA Riverways grant application filed in cooperation with Salem Sound Coastwatch and Center for Urban Watershed Renewal See attached). 3. a. If this application is a Request for Determination of Scope of Alternatives for work in the Riverfront Area, indicate the one classification below that best describes the project. ❑ Single family house on a lot recorded on or before 8/1/96 ❑ Single family house on a lot recorded after 8/1/96 ❑ Expansion of an existing structure on a lot recorded after 8/1/96 ❑ Project, other than a single family house or public project, where the applicant owned the lot before 8/7/96 ❑ New agriculture or aquaculture project ❑ Public project where funds were appropriated prior to 8/7/96 ❑ Project on a lot shown on an approved, definitive subdivision plan where there is a recorded deed restriction limiting total alteration of the Riverfront Area for the entire subdivision ® Residential subdivision; institutional, industrial, or commercial project ❑ Municipal project ❑ District, county, state, or federal government project ❑ Project required to evaluate off-site alternatives in more than one municipality in an Environmental Impact Report under MEPA or in an alternatives analysis pursuant to an application for a 404 permit from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers or 401 Water Quality Certification from the Department of Environmental Protection. b. Provide evidence (e.g., record of date subdivision lot was recorded) supporting the classification above (use additional paper and/or attach appropriate documents, if necessary.) wpafo.l.Eoc Page 3 cf 4 y Y Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection Bureau of Resource Protection - Wetlands WPA Form 1 - Request for Determination of Applicability City/Town Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act M.G.L. c. 131, §40 D. Signatures and Submittal Requirements I hereby certify under the penalties of perjury that the foregoing Request for Determination of Applicability and accompanying plans, documents, and supporting data are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I further certify that the property owner, if different from the applicant, and the appropriate DEP Regional Office were sent a complete copy of this Request (including all appropriate documentation) simultaneously with the submittal of this Request to the Conservation Commission. Failure by the applicant to send copies in a timely manner may result in dismissal of the Request for Determination of Applicability. Name and address of the property owner: River Wharf Realty Trust Name 18 Commercial St. Mailing Address , Salem City/Tom MA 01970 State Zip Code Signatures: I also undersliand that notification oft is Request will be placed,in a local newspaper at my expense in accordanck with Section 1 5( )(1)of t Wetlands Protection Act regulations. Signature of Applicant - Date Signature of Representative(if any) Date aAtZ-0- = z�, �� o , C ) 2. 5 aro 'w'F� w'P rtnl.tlac Page 4 of 4 fi , { a " e 45 d dc P^' m t » AY4 bA 4 � ms..µ 54 T _3 t 4 ,elUl .� ee of of . 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MP`s�''�„ i- -.��♦ J �'• a 'Request for Determination of Applicability- 18 Commercial Street, Salem, MA 'lid ' 44 g.� yiY,q�ec. �$ t e' .r r�'f��A� •�. a �. .� .YMw4. . ti•..f S(t M [yqqq y YT �.L,;�" 7'b +s./4�. ♦ ♦�zr. tN' � f rr{�y0 l�� ij. ° �F �° l s IK zp. .. �. Figure 3-Side of the building showing aggregate path,upland seeding area,and coir erosion control mat. Request for Determination of Applicability- 18 Commercial Street, Salem, MA ms's +• ^'4^ � ._ 40 &Wv t .d�"'u1-•� t ?? eta i.ts �� rC �r+Ni��'rfr��'/n�TS �nK� �a•,� N—y,•'.�^�4„4,,.. �a � .e . .n�,. '�R,ay tie. i a ,y�•�• ��,� � �`, alp 1�;r��l"� k +":� r�d,►�4`��``.t'►�,�J � � � Figure 4-Close-up of the coir erosion control mat and straw mulch. �k I aA;i jxv . ; Figure 5- View of rain garden bed. servingsalem September 11, 2006 Ms. Wendi Goldsmith The Bioengineering Group 18 Commercial Street Salem MA 01970 Dear Ms. Goldsmith, Sponsor Committee Marie Terry Danversbank Thank you for your generous donation of$250 to the Serving Salem Community Committee Chair Serve-a-thon! We appreciate your support of the Salem Harbor CDC and applaud Claudia Chuber your community spirit. Aklonghib,Filet be Laurence C.Hartington As a valued sponsor at the Apprentice level, The Bioengineering Group will be North Shore Bank recognized on this year's Serving Salem T-shirts to be worn by volunteers and in Marcy Hauber informational brochures used to recruit volunteers and gather pledges as well as rorq Qum Grmv&Frey listed on the Serving Salem Website. You will also be thanked publicly at Serving Nicholas P.Helides Salem. - Beverly National Bank John H.Neely We're planning a morning of community service followed by lunch on Saturday, Nmvthorne Associates September 30 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Teams of volunteers will take part in service Maureen Safer projects around the city—doing chores for elderly residents, beautifying local Danversbank parks, planting bulbs, working on the Salem River Bed, cleaning up the community, and more! We hope to see you at Serving Salem, along with volunteers from The Bioengineering Group. Again, please accept our sincere thanks for your support. Sincerely, Michael Whalen Executive Director Serving Salem Community Serve-a-[hon and Fundraiser Organized by Salem Harbor CDC 102 Lafayette Sc., Salem, MA 01970 iH15 AGENCY SUPPORTED BY Telephone: (978) 825-4002 Fax: (978) 745-4345 United Way Sound Com e{iv t"a Committed to enhancing and protecting the environmental quality of Salem Sound and its watershed 201 Washington St., Suite 9 Salem,MA 01970 978-741-7900 ProfecFax: 978-741-0458 fin9aCommon Qerource www.salemsound.org Eileen Goldberg January 12 2006 Riverways Program/DFG 251 Causeway St, Suite 400 Boston, MA 02114 Dear Ms. Goldberg: Salem Sound Coastwatch (SSCW) enthusiastically supports the Center for Urban Watershed Renewal, htc.'s grant proposal to install urban stormwater Best Management . Practices (BMPs) at 18 Commercial Street in Salem. Salem is an urbanized area with a significant ainount of impervious surface. Based on our water quality monitoring results in this area of the North River and Beverly Harbor, stormwater is a significant pollution source. Also, the Ipswich River Watershed is a highly taxed source of municipal water for Salem and a growing North Shore population. Installing innovative BMPs in a visible public area will serve to raise awareness of stormwater and water conservation issues. By educating the public about simple modifications they can make on their own property, such as rain gardens and pervious pavement, stormwater BMPs will catch on. In particular, we hope to attract interest from the business community and developers about ways they can literally "go green". These BMPs are being used with success in many parts of the US and Europe not only to treat stormwater but to create aesthetic and recreational benefits as well. Oftentimes innovative ideas such as these are not seriously considered for implementation until they are demonstrated to work. Currently, there is no local demonstration site such as proposed in this grant proposal. This project will help raise awareness and build confidence in urban stormwater BMPS. Salem Sound-Coastwatch will assist with public education and outreach for the project. We have long identified stormwater and water usage as major threats to Salem Sound and its surrounding watersheds. Through our programs, we have experience with public education and outreach on stormwater and other issues and have developed relationships with local municipal officials, the media, local business owners, and area citizens. Salem Sound Coastwatch looks forward to partnering with the Center for Urban Watershed Renewal on this project and hopes that you will find this project worthy of funding. Sincerely, Barbara Warren Executive Director PROPOSAL TO DEMONSTRATE INNOVATIVE STORMATER MANAGEMENT RETROFIT SYSTEMS AT AN URBANIZED SITE ALONG THE NORTH RIVER IN SALEM, MA SUBMISSION TO THE RIVERWAYS PROGRAM OF THE MASSACHUSETTS DEPARTMENT OF FISH AND GAME RFR ID#: RIV-RIFLS-06-1 January 13, 2006 The Center For Urban Watershed Renewal, Inc. Charles Steele, Executive Director The Center for Urban Watershed Renewal, Inc. (CUWR) Mission Statement o develop, demonstrate, implement,,and promote technology and policy to restore and manage urban watersheds. Urban watershed areas have long been ignored by resource managers as too deteriorated to warrant serious natural resource management attention. As a result,planners, politicians, engineers, and businesses alike have manipulated the landscape with a heavy hand, altering and impacting vegetation, soil, and waterways as convenient, and responding to environmental regulations with equally mechanistic methods. However, the cumulative effect of these actions is depleted ground water supplies, chronically low stream base flows, increased peak flows (which can erode streams or overwhelm piped systems), and the transmission of contaminants directly to receiving waters without treatment. Even the wastewater treatment plants and stormwater collection systems designed to manage these issues are in need of repair, expansion, and modification, which can only occur at great expense. The vegetation, healthy soil, and landforms that once served the function of capturing, buffering, filtering, purifying, and otherwise systematically handling rainfall, nutrients, and pollutants have been eradicated and replaced by structures that are often themselves sources of pollution. The problem is abundantly clear in the form of problem odors, fish kills, beach closings, restrictions on fish consumption, and ugly, neglected waterways that people have learned to avoid. The most effective solutions to restore these degraded resources will include the holistic restoration and enhancement of functional landforms and beneficial natural processes. Even outside of populated urban centers, numerous sites are burdened by industrial impacts due to mining, historic industry, past military use, or waste disposal. These sites often exhibit contamination of soils as well as surface or groundwater. The methods chosen to clean up these contaminants can either improve the ecological productivity of the site, or further impair it. Past strategies for remediation have tended to focus on narrow objectives, sometimes failing to recognize when the remedy is worse than the disease, or when treating only one symptom fails to cure. Many underutilized technologies exist which can treat contaminants using robust biological systems. By using plants, microorganisms, and natural geochemical processes, sites may be cleaned while simultaneously enhancing ecological health and leaving land in prime condition for conservation and recreation. The Center for Urban Watershed Renewal is a 501(c)(3) non-profit environmental advocacy organization. The Center for Urban Watershed Renewal believes that environmental quality, community vitality, and socioeconomic opportunity are deeply connected. Based on that premise, the Center seeks to devise solutions that integrate natural resource management, commercial and residential development, and urban infrastructure. Our goal is to transform stigmatized, underutilized, degraded urban sites into economically viable, ecologically functional, socially valuable amenities. By focusing on Brownfields redevelopment, the Center seeks to avert sprawl, locate jobs near labor, strengthen decaying tax bases and re-use existing infrastructure.$ Y $ � g By incorporating green technologies and cutting edge planning with Brownfields re- development, we can bring beauty, accessibility, ecological integrity, and social vitality to those areas most in need. Old industrial sites that were historically or are currently among the worst offenders in terms of watershed impacts (e.g., dams, channelization, filled wetlands and floodplain, elevated runoff volume, and poor water quality) can be converted into havens of treatment, benefit, and sensitivity. We seek to catalyze similar efforts elsewhere by demonstrating and documenting the social, economic, and ecological factors and outcomes. CUWR Focus Topics Stormwater source reduction • Greenspace and greenways • Riparian restoration • Recreation and natural science • Regional detention ponds/infiltration education zones • Rough and tumble natural play spaces • Treatment wetlands • Community gardens • Habitat enhancement • Natural resource based zoning • Phytoremediation Stormwater utilities • Renewable construction materials • Combined sewer separation • Soil reclamation • Stream daylighting • Mine and slag drainage • Stormwater sewer elimination • Integrating remedies for air, water, and • TMDL's soil pollution • Municipal composting Past project highlights include: • Conservation of endangered butterfly species on 5000 acre military reservation in Herlong, CA constrained by military use impacts such as unexploded ordinance • Collaboration with US Army Corps of Engineers and DoD Base Realignment and closure office to identify and develop strategies for sites in CA, TX, and II, where site clean-up needs posed threats to special and sensitive habitats • Successful 319 grant funded stormwater management demonstration projects in Salem, MA and Acushnet MA Collaboration with TPL on the transfer of multiple parcels of land totaling over 55,000 acres where soil remediation,,public recreation, and habitat management needs and opportunities exist Outreach presentation to US Chamber of Commerce to raise consciousness and outline strategies for large and small business to practice improved watershed stewardship PROJECT DESCRIPTION Statement of Problem This project will help "keep water local" by addressing two significant problems. First, the majority of Salem's water supply comes from the Ipswich River Watershed, which is listed on the MA Riverways RIFLS Low-Flow Inventory and widely understood to be one of the most stressed rivers in the Commonwealth. The rapid growth of development within the area relying on this watershed has taxed the natural hydrology and caused the river to run dry on occasions'. These dry periods have caused extensive fish kills and other alterations to the ecosystem2. This project includes the installation of a rainwater collection and use system that will reduce the withdrawal from the Ipswich River Watershed during key months of the year by capturing roof runoff and storing it for toilet flushing. Even with the low-flow toilets recently installed in the building, rainwater harvesting will reduce consumption of Ipswich River water by an estimated 50,000 gallons per year or more. Second, the proposed project will also measurably improve how stormwater enters the local receiving waters. Rivers flowing through heavily urbanized corridors are vulnerable to contaminated stormwater runoff from commercial, industrial, and residential sites. Where natural landscapes once provided and maintained infiltration processes, hardtop surfaces such as asphalt streets, parking lots, and building roofs have created vast quantities of impervious cover. Impervious surfaces eliminate precipitation contact with soils and prevent absorption and storage processes. As a result, groundwater resources contributing to baseflow, are diminished, and stormwater runoff occurs almost immediately during a precipitation event. Stormwater runoff collects a variety of contaminants from these impervious surfaces. Vehicles and facilities experience mineral weathering and leak oil and grease. Rooftops collect heat from solar gain plus pollutants and nutrients. Bacteria from fecal matter and trash accumulate from numerous locations. These pollutants have a devastating toll on aquatic ecosystems, with effects ranging from algae blooms and damaged fish gills to anaerobic conditions and reduced reproductive capacity. Massachusetts Riverways Program: http://www.mass.gov/dfwele/river/programs/rifs/If_ipswich.htm z Lang,V.,Abele, R.,and Armstrong,D.,et.al.May 2001. Ipswich River Target Fish Community. The North River in Salem, MA exhibits characteristics of a river impacted by urban stormwater runoff. The riparian corridor of the river is dominated by industrial, commercial, and residential development, particularly in the lower reaches. Riparian vegetation is virtually nonexistent in many locations, and impervious surfaces often extend to the banks of the river. The North River suffers from low dissolved oxygen levels,high fecal coliform levels, and elevated levels of heavy metals in the sedimenta. In fact, Salem Sound 2000 concluded that the North River exhibits symptoms of toxic impact as a result of urban stormwater runoff. These factors directly conflict with ongoing efforts to restore fish spawning habitat on the river, which currently achieve only partial success. The Center for Urban Watershed Renewal proposes to demonstrate the feasibility of retrofitting existing urbanized landscapes with best management systems that will increase infiltration rates, provide filtering mechanisms for stormwater runoff, and improve the water quality of stormwater discharging into the North River. Once completed, this project and the accompanying outreach program will address the need for successfully implemented examples of innovative stormwater management techniques. History of the Project The Center for Urban Watershed Renewal, in association with the Salem Sound Coastwatch4, a local water quality advocacy organization, identified the project site as a prime location for installation of innovative stormwater management methods, and in fact Russ Cohen was an early proponent of the work, due to its site and easy visibility, and setting within a EPA designated Brownfields Corridor currently undergoing a wave of redevelopment as is the entire City of Salem. River Wharf Realty Trust (RWRT) owns the project site and is committed to improving the sustainability while reducing the environmental footprint of its properties. RWRT has conducted two earlier phases of building and grounds permitting and construction to support a state-of-the-art stormwater management retrofit in 2006. In this process, RWRT proactively obtained needed permits for conducting the green parking and rain garden construction. Based on ongoing communication with municipal authorities (Zoning Board of Appeals and Building Inspector), it will be quick and simple to obtain approval for the updated and modified designs currently planned. Therefore, we do not anticipate any obstacles to completing constriction by the end of June 2006. The site has multiple tenants, one of whom is The Bioengineering Group Inc. (TBG), who specializes in sustainable design working to improve the function of ecosystems while attaining land management goals. TBG staff will provide all of the landscape design and engineering for this project as well as construction supervision, and eagerly looks forward 3 Salem Sound 2000,unpublished data. °Formerly known as Salem Sound 2000. to prominently featuring the project, in published papers and outreach, as its own best way to "walk the talk" of its professional practice. TBG is a certified WBE in MA. Salem Sound Coastwatch (SSCW) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit environmental advocacy organization based in Salem, MA..SSCW partners with businesses, governments, and other advocacy organizations to improve water quality•within the watersheds flowing into Salem Sound including the North River. In the 1990s, the organization had a leading role in the development of the Comprehensive Conservation and management Plan for the Massachusetts Bays National Estuary Program. Now, in addition to coordinating volunteer monitoring and restoration programs, SSCW strives to increase awareness of the threats facing Salem Sound through their public education program. Scope of Work The essence of the project is the installation of a rainwater retention system and porous paving for the retention and reuse of stormwater. The Bioengineering Group, Inc. has designed and implemented these systems as part of stormwater management in numerous projects in the United States. Task I Final design for porous parking surface and rain garden planter- TBG Estimated duration: 3 weeks Deliverable: Complete drawing set of plans including sections, typical details, and materials specifications. Task 2 Coordinate modification of existing permits- TBG Estimated duration: 8 weeks Deliverable: Approval from all relevant government bodies Task 3 Coordinate subcontractor services for construction- TBG, CUWR Estimated duration: 4 weeks Deliverable: Signed agreement for services from a licensed landscape contractor to construct the designed retrofit. Task 4 Constructed landscape retrofit- TBG Estimated duration: 5 weeks Deliverable: Completed project and set of"as built" drawings. Task 5 Oversee construction- CUWR, TBG Duration: Concurrent with Task 4 Task 6 Provide public outreach and education- SS CW, TBG Duration: 6 weeks Deliverables: One major mailing to public officials, landowners, professionals and the general community describing the project, its key benefits, and inviting them to an, open house with a presentation documenting the planning, design, construction, future maintenance, and merits of the project. The workshop will be oriented to facilitate adoption of other similar retrofits by additional parties. Other interim informal mailings and events will be incorporated as possible. Table 1. Approximate Project Timeline Month each X e uals one week) 1 21 3 1 4 5 Task 1 XXX Task 2 X XXXX XXX Task 3 XXXX Task 4 XXXX X Task 5 XXXX X Task 6 X XXXX X Benefits to the Watershed The North River watershed is characterized by significant urban impacts throughout its entire area. The river no longer supports the significant populations of anadromous fish such as rainbow smelt and is listed on the state's 303-d list of Impaired Waters. As the cities of Salem and Peabody have grown so has the amount of impervious surface within the watershed. The result has been increased contaminated runoff from the many new parking lots and streets. As new renovation and infill work proceeds at a brisk pace, especially in the North River Corridor where numerous vacant lots still await re- development, there is a need to demonstrate practical solutions that allow construction while protecting the river. Retrofits at 18 Commercial Street present an opportunity for substantial improvement to the health of the North River and its estuary. As is common in such an urban area, approximately 97 of the quarter—acre property is impervious surface. By creating a raingarden that intercepts runoff from half the roof, substituting grassed permeable paving for existing asphalt parkking, and harvesting roof runnof from the rear half of the roof for toilet flushing, over 200,000 gallons per year of direct runoff to the North River will be eliminated and base flows and water quality will be improved. Reducing the direct input of stormwater and associated toxins to the North River through projects like this one is essential to addressing the impairments the river faces. Allowing for a more natural hydrologic regime through increased stormwater infiltration will bolster area aquifers and improve water quality in the nearby estuary. Finally, this project will contribute to the recovery of the native species that once thrived in the North River. Reduced levels of toxics and runoff sediments will mean a more suitable environment for aquatic invertebrates and anadromous fish species. Rain Garden—Rainwater from the roof will be directed to a retention garden in the front of the building. Such features are engineered to operate as functional,wetlands and provide.many of the benefits of natural wetlands. This rainwater will support native hydrophytic species and slowly enter the groundwater through the permeable Cross-section of typical rain garden underlayment. Detaining the stormwater from the roof ,'" - r and directing it into the soil will reduce ti the "flashiness" of runoff from the property. The "flash" refers to the surge W,b, of stormwater into gutters, culverts, and 'r0f9' 640 drains as water runs off of impervious surfaces during a precipitation event. $sOVW bta"ko Also, as the water passes through the soil of the raingarden, fine particulates will be filtered out and wetland biogeochemical processes will reduce levels of nutrients and toxics. The result will be cleaner water entering the groundwater. Porous Pavement—CUWR has identified the --- — - - opportunity to remove up to DIRECT FLOW INTO SUBGRADE 3,000 square feet of asphalt SURFACE WATER FLOW at the project site. The removal of asphalt from the property will reduce the amount of oil and grease entering the North River as PERMEABLE BASE . a result of natural sroaacr LATER. - weathering of the asphalt rERue�e� overtime. As an suscx�oE I alternative, porous paving i systems allow a more werER WEE interface between the soil surface and """"""`""'"""` Figure- Example porous pavement system (Ideal,Inc.) groundwater while providing all of the functionality of a paved parking lot. These systems involve a layer of attractive paver blocks underlain by engineered sand and crushed stone. The pore spaces in between the block, sand particles, and crushed stone allow for rainwater to pass down to the soil beneath. Installing porous pavement will allow for significantly greater infiltration of stormwater and decrease the "flashiness" of runoff from the property while reducing the toxic chemicals that can leach from weathering asphalt. Rain-thru Steps and Ramp—In order to maintain the continuity and functionality of the rain garden, it is important to remove the existing impervious steps and handicapped access ramp, and replace them with a system that will allow for natural movement of precipitation and sunlight into the rain garden. Steps and modular ramp systems made from reinforced steel grate can provide all of the access needs while allowing stormwater to pass through to the soil beneath. These rain-thru systems serve the ecology of the rain garden and the accessibility of the building for all users. Precipitation will naturally collect in the rain garden and support the plants growing there. This novel (we have not been able to identify prior applications where stormwater management and building accessibility have been combined elsewhere) and enormously practical solution has been reviewed and approved by our design architect and building inspector, and shows great promise as a model for widespread adoption, assuming a successful demonstration. Rainwater Collection Tank—TBG has identified the opportunity to collect and use rainwater to offset municipal water usage which impacts to the Ipswich River Watershed. River Wharf Realty Trust has donated the use of a large-volume storage tank, already onsite, for use in this project. Using a typical design, the tank will be elevated on a stand and collect rainwater from the roof gutters. The tank will be plumbed to feed the toilets in the men's and women's rooms by gravity. In the four coldest-weather months, the tank will be drained and capped to prevent freezing and damage to the system. Excess stormwater will be released to the raingarden. Toilet flushing is the largest weekly use of water at the site. Making use of the rainwater from the roof, when possible, will reduce TBG's withdrawal from the Ipswich River Watershed by an estimated 50,000 gallons per year. Demonstration Value The proposed project incorporates elements of stormwater management that have been gaining popularity over the last twenty years. These materials and methods are ideal for smaller lots or sites where a limited amount of space precludes the use of larger stormwater controls like ponds. Despite this growing recognition by landscape architects, hydrologists, and engineers, porous pavement and raingardens are rarely used in small- scale urban settings in Massachusetts. Such measures are virtually never used on retrofit applications on already developed land. In most cases the densely developed urban settings which were developed prior to any stormwater management regulations are the ones that need effective measures to "keep water local"most. This project will serve as a demonstration of the effectiveness and feasibility of these elements in a classically constrained setting. This site has considerable value as a demonstration site. First,because of its location five minutes from the MBTA Salem Station and along the North River Bikeway, an important recreational area in Salem, the project will be visible to the general public 365 days a year. The rain garden and porous paving will be visible as people walk, bike, and kayak along the North River. The native plants in the raingarden will provide beauty throughout the year and help spread awareness about the use of native,non-invasive plants in home and commercial landscapes. Second, Salem Sound Coastwatch has offered to assist in the coordination of a series of outreach activities that will bring the project to the attention of local landowners, public officials, and landscape contractors. These activities include four on-site seminars during the construction phase to show the designs and methods being employed. A volunteer workday is another outreach opportunity that will teach participants how these systems are installed. When the project is completed, SSCW and TBG will host an Open House to share the finished product with area homeowners, landscapers, and planning and conservation officials. Finally, the innovative stormwater management systems installed at 18 Commercial Street will be a focal point for collaborating professionals, agency representatives, and land managers who regularly visit The Bioengineering Group for years to come. As a recognized firm designing ecologically sound stormwater management systems, TBG will .have the opportunity to promote their installation to clients from around Massachusetts and elsewhere, even after the formal outreach effort is complete. C0 �1 IFM I �GM1Ng CITY OF SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS STANLEY J. USOVICZ, JR. MAYOR April 25, 2000 Ron Maribett MA DEP BRP 5"' Floor 1 Winter St. Boston, MA 02108 Dear Mr. Maribett: Two Salem institutions, The Bioengineering Group, Inc. and The Center for Urban Watershed Renewal, Inc., are currently submitting a 319 grant application which my administration supports. Due to new regulations promulgated under the Clean Water Act, many older cities like Salem will be required to reduce existing non-point source pollution loading rates. Although several simple and effective technologies exist which can allow property owners to retrofit their buildings and grounds to better manage water quality in urban stormwater runoff, 1 few examples exist as role models. The grant applicants have completed preliminary design for two sites, one at 18 Commercial St. in Salem, and one at Tilcon•Capaldi Quarry in Acushnet, MA, and are applying for cost-sharing from EPA's 319 grant program in order to implement work on both sites and provide educational outreach in the form of workshops, a report, and a video. I hope that by locating a portion of this proposed grant-funded work right here in Salem, that cost-effective, appropriate technology will become more familiar and accessible here, and also that Salem's long-standing consciousness of water resource management will gain recognition elsewhere in the region. I see this as a chance to keep Salem at the cutting edge of environmental policy and practice and endorse this proposal for its contribution to quality of life here. Clearly, advancing technology that allows practical water quality management on older urban sites will be crucial to promoting urban re-development, preventing sprawl, and restoring economic vitality to many post-industrial municipalities. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, Stanley J. Usovicz, Jr. t Mayor SALEM CITY HALL•93 WASHINGTON STREET•SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS 0I970-3592•978/745-9595•FAX 978/744-9327 l RFP. 27 '00 02,:04PM MARINE&FISHERIES P.2 �! I� Commonwealth of Massachusetts I Riverways Programs Maria Va Dusen.P, ap.s Cuvedinaw Karen 1. ?:1tu.River Restore Cuorfinator oar,C. Knrtball.^dope-A-S'tt'eturi com lwure , Cindy Del ;Papa Streum - RasseitA. Cohcn.RicersAdcocuer tonne l.lvinSaton. Urhnn Aine;:v C'oorl;nu7or Apel 26.2000 Ron Maribelt DEP, One Winter St. Boston, MA 02108 Dear Ron: I am writing to you this afternoon to indicate my support for a§319 grant proposal submitted to you on behalf of the Center for Urban Watershed Renewal and The Bioengineering Group. Before commenting on the specifics of the proposal, I would like m note that my suppor,for this proposal does not necessarily indicate a preference for it over any other proposal,you may have received. In other words, since I don't know the other§319 proposals you are considering, I am unable to compare their relative merit with this one. That being said.I support this proposal's effort to demonstrate that retrofitting heavily urbanized landscapes with stormwamr best management practices will 'improve water quality discharging into the Acushnet River and North River. As you know, as a result of large quantities of impervious surfaces, stormwater runoff into these riven significantly elevates levels of sediment.nutrients, toxic metals, fecal coliform,hydrocarbons, and other pollutants ro an extent that they exhibit symptoms of toxic shock. Through a series of open houses, training events, and educational videos,the project proponents will promote public awareness of the damage urban stormwater runoff inflicts on riparian ecosystems and the retrofitting best management practices that are available for urban landscapes. The new NPDES Stormwater Phase II regulations will soon require many older cities to reduce existing non-point source polludoa loading rates. Although several simple and effective technologies exist which can allow property owners to retrofit their buildings and grounds to better manage water quality in urban normwater runoff.Massachusetts lacks good role models where these measures have been used. Few examples exist that allow either the privare or public sector to identify appropriate treatments for improved stormwamr management on exisdng developed sites, and con information as well as performance data are essentially nonexistent. Preliminary designs have been prepared for two sites, one at 18 Commercial St. in Salem, and one at Tilcon Capaldi Quarry in Acushnet, MA. The applicants propose to construct a series of settlement and retention ponds at the Tilcon Capaldi Quarry that are hydrologically and ecologically functional. The perimeter of the pond will be planted with native vegemdon that will promote filtering processes and enhance habitat for wildlife. At The Bioengineering Group,Inc,'s IS Commercial St.building, The Center for Urban Watershed Renewal proposes to mimic a natural hydrograph through a system of vegetated cisterns,hydrologically specific stormwater planters, and a vegetated roof system. Work to restore rivers can only be successful if the entire contributing watershed is functioning properly. In older, highly • urbanized regions such as Massachusetts and New England in>_encral, watershed function is highly disturbed, and it is necessary to address the volume of stormwater runoff as well as its quality. Measures such as vegetared roofs, treatment wetlands, stormwater gardens and planters, and roof drain infiltration zones all show great promise in helping long developed watersheds regain a more natural level of funexion. This project, as proposed.shows excellent promise for helping property owners, developers, planning boards, conservation commissions, contractors,designers,and all relevant parties to understand why and how to take steps to restore balance to watershed health. Thanks for considering my comments. Sincerely yours. n n Russell A. Cohen Rivers Advocate ICO Cambridge Street •harm 1901 •Boston,Massachusetts 02202(61 7)727-1611 a 360 hllp://www.state.nia.us/dfweic/river/riv_toc.htm An Agency of the Department of Fisheries,Wildlife&Environmental Law Enforcement David M.Peters.Commissioner 'yS Prlud on Recycled Pepe. - COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS n DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION Central Regional Office, 627 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01608 JANE SWIFT BOB DURAND Governor - Secretary LAUREN A.LISS Commissioner May 29,2002 RECEIVED Wendi Goldsmith in 0 7 1001 Center for Urban Watershed Renewal 7 Mall St. Salem,MA 01970-3917 RE: 01-23/319 Demonstration of Innovative Stormwater Management Retrofit Systems Dear Ms. Goldsmith: You are hereby given Notice to Proceed with work tasks outlined in the contract between the Department and the Center for Urban Watershed Renewal for the above-named project,Project 01-23/319,Demonstration of Innovative Stormwater Management Retrofit Systems. The effective date of this Notice to Proceed is May 20,2002. 4 Enclosed you will find an original, signed copy of the Contract. Also enclosed is(1)a match certification form to document the non-federal match;(2)a Vendor Information Form which must be completed and returned by all applicants who bid on subcontracts to this Contract; (3)a blank quarterly reporting form;and(4)a Federal Form 5700-52A,which must be used to document M/WBE participation in this contract. Please note that M/WBE participation will be applied to the total project cost,not just the 319 portion of the project. Also enclosed is a booklet,"Information for Grantees,"which spells out reporting and other requirements. All quarterly and other reports should be emailed or mailed to DEP's Project Officer,^ =onry tnmac7ewcki2ctatn m,„s or DEP NERO,205 Lowell St.,Wilmington,MA 02347; and to Jane Peirce, 319 Program Coordinator,iane.neircena,state.ma us,or at DEP/DMS CERO. All billings,match certification forms, Vendor Information Forms and Federal Form 5700-52A should be mailed to Edith Blackney,also at DEP in Worcester. r FA(e, " Please refer to Project 01-23/319 on all communications regarding this Contract, including official notices,progress reports, final reports, and questions. In addition,please note that the Federal Grant ID number for this project is BG991878-00. You will need to include the Federal Grant ID number when completing the quarterly M/WBE Reporting Form 5700-52A. If you have any questions,please call Jane Peirce,319 Program Coordinator,at 508-767-2792. We look forward to working with you on this project. Sincerely, 1 4'4-S eC / its Steven J. McCurdy Deputy Director Division of Municipal Services Cc: B.Rosinoff,EPA D.Henderson,DEP E.Blackney,DEP G.Tommzewski, DEP CERO http://www.state.ma.u&/dep.Phone(508)792-7650•Fax(508)792-7621 •TDD N(508)767-2788 0 Printed on Recvcled Paoer 310 CMR: DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION r 10.02: continued 1. Minor activities within the buffer zone and outside any areas specified in 310 CMR 10.02(1)(a)through(e)are not subject to regulation under M.G.L.c. 131,§40: a. Unpaved pedestrian walkways for private use; b. Fencing, provided it will not constitute a barrier to wildlife movement; stonewalls;stacks of cordwood; c. Vista pruning,provided the activity is located more than 50 feet from the mean annual high water line within a riverfront area or from bordering vegetated wetland, whichever is farther. (Pruning of landscaped areas is not subject tojurisdiction under 310 CMR 10.00.); d. Plantings of native species of trees,shrubs,or groundcover,but excluding turf lawns; e. The conversion of lawn to uses accessory to residential structures such as decks, sheds,patios,and pools,provided the activity is located more than 50 feet from the mean annual high-water line within the riverfront area or from bordering vegetated wetland, whichever is farther, and erosion and sedimentation controls are implemented during construction. The conversion of such uses accessory to existing single family houses to lawn is also allowed. (Mowing of lawns is not subject to jurisdiction under 310 CMR 10.00); f The conversion of impervious to vegetated surfaces, provided erosion and sedimentation controls are implemented during construction;and g. Activities that are temporary in nature, have negligible impacts, and are necessary for planning and design purposes(e.g.,installation of monitoring wells, exploratory borings,sediment sampling and surveying). 2. Activities within the buffer zone of any inland resource area as specified in 310 CMR 10.51 through 10.60 and outside any areas specified in 310 CMR 10.02(1)are not subject to further regulation under M.G.L.c. 131, §40,provided: a. The applicant certifies at the time of filing an Abbreviated Notice of Resource Area Delineation that any work will comply with 310 CMR 10.02(l)(b)2.a.through j.and,if not,the applicant will file a Notice of Intent or Request for Determination of Applicability and receive a negative Determination of Applicability or an Order of Conditions prior to any work; b. The boundary of any resource area specified in 310 CMR 10.02(1)adjacent to the project site is confirmed through an Order of Resource Area Delineation. The Order shall also confirm that the requirements of 310 CMR 10.02(2)(b)2.c.,d.,and e,are met; c. The buffer zone does not contain slopes greater than 15%prior to any work; d. The buffer zone does not contain estimated wildlife habitat which is identified on the most recent Estimated Habitat Map of State-listed Rare Wetlands Wildlife of the Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program; e. The buffer zone where the work is proposed does not border an Outstanding Resource Water(i.e.,certifed veinal pools;public water supplies or inland ACECs, as identified in 314 CMR 4.00); f At a minimum,no work,including any alteration for stormwater management,is proposed in the 50-foot wide area in the buffer zone along any resource area; g. The amount of impervious surface shall not exceed 40%of the area of the buffer zone between 50 and 100 feet from any resource area or the amount of existing impervious surface, whichever is greater, no impervious surface or any other alteration is allowed within the 50 foot area of the buffer zone along the resource area; It. Erosion and sedimentation controls are installed and maintained at the limit of work or at least SO feet from the resource area,whichever is farther away,sufficient to prevent sediment from reaching resource areas during construction. The applicant shall provide written notification to the conservation commission one week prior to commencement of work to allow verification that erosion and sediment controls are properly installed. 3/11/05 (Effective 2/11/05)-corrected 310 CMR-325 - ''NED _. p0 FM THE '; W' �S E R cO 4 x 222 Union Street, Suite 202 New Bedford, Massachusetts 02740 Phone: 508-979-5910 Fax: 508-910-9982 Email: HARCNB@aol.com January 8, 2002 Jane Peirce s319 Program Coordinator MA Department of Environmental Protection Division of Watershed Management 627 Main Street, 2nd Floor Worcester, MA 01608 Dear Ms. Peirce, This letter is in support of the Center for Urban Watershed Renewal's proposal to the s319 Non-point Source Pollution Grant Program for stormwater management. The Hands Across the River Coalition (HARC) fully supports the installation of a variety of Best Management Practices (BMPs) at HARC's new headquarters in Acushnet, MA. This project perfectly compliments HARC's community efforts to protect and improve water quality in the Acushnet River watershed and surrounding New Bedford Harbor. Applying BMPs on an urbanized landscape, in this case a former automotive disposal and storage facility, will raise the awareness of both the public and business communities of the possibilities that exist, We are eagerly anticipating the application of innovative and cost-effective techniques to manage stormwater, including: a vegetated roof system, retention planters, vegetated infiltration systems, and porous pavement for the South Shore project site. HARC will assist with outreach and technology transfer at the demonstration site spotlighting the BMPs. This effort will include an educational mailing, an open house, and a seminar/training session for public officials, landowners, and the general public. I wholeheartedly support the effort of the Center for Urban Watershed Renewal's proposal to demonstrate, Innovative Stormwater Management Retrofit Systems at Two Urbanized Sites and look forward to working together in the future. Sincerely, Hands Across the Riv Coalition Jim Vmmons President COPY Siem Sound 2p00 I� G A Common January 10, 2002 Jane Pierce 319 Grant Program Coordinator MA Department of Environmental Protection 627 Main St., 2"d Floor Worchester, MA 01608 Dear Ms. Pierce, Salem Sound 2000 supports The Center for Urban Watershed Renewal's 319 grant proposal to install urban stormwater best management practices (BMPs) at their facility in Salem as a demonstration project. Salem is an urbanized area with a significant percentage of impervious surface. Based on our water quality monitoring results, stormwater is a significant pollution source to our area rivers, streams, and Salem Sound. Installing innovative BMPs in a visible public area will serve to raise awareness of stormwater issues. By educating the public about simple modifications that they can make on their own property, such as rain garden planters, stormwater BMPs will catch on. In particular, we hope to ( attract interest from the business community and developers about ways that they can literally go "green". BMPs such as green roofs are being used with success in Europe not only to treat stormwater but to create aesthetic and recreational benefits as well. Oftentimes, innovative ideas such as green roofs are not seriously considered for implementation until they are demonstrated to work. This project will help raise awareness and build confidence in urban stormwater BMPs. Salem Sound 2000 will assist with public education and outreach for the project. We have long identified stormwater as a major pollution source to Salem Sound and have been focusing on the issue since our beginning.ten years ago. Through our programs, we have experience with public education and outreach on stormwater and other issues and have developed relationships with local municipal officials, the media, local business owners, and area citizens. Salem Sound 2000 looks forward to partnering with the Center for Urban Watershed Renewal on this project and hopes that you find this proposal worthy of funding. Sincerely, i �� ng G� /Karen Young' � Program Dirtor G 201 Washington Street Suite 9 Salem, MA 01970 (978)741-7900 fax: (978)741-0458 - -!t 'IF (i. February 15, 2002 Jane Peirce S319 Program Coordinator MA Department of Environmental Protection Division of Watershed Management 627 Main Street, 2n°Floor Worcester, MA 01606 Dear Ms. Peirce, This letter is In support of the Center for Urban Watershed Renewal's proposal to the 3319 Non-point Source Pollution Grant Program to storm management. The Hands Across the River Land Trust fully supports the Installation of a variety Of Best Management Prac ces(BMP'S)at HARC's new headquarters in Acushnet, MA. Applying BMP's on an urbanized landscape, in this case a former automotive disposal and storage facility,Will raise the awareness of both the public and business communities of the possibilitles that exist. We are eagerly anticipating the application of innovative and coat-effecUve techniques to manage etormwaler including: a vegetated roof system, retention planters, vegetated Infiltration systems, and porous pavement for the South Shore project site. The Hands Across the River Land Trust grants permission for unlimited access to our property for design, installation, maintenance, technology transfer and all related uses described in the project proposal and contract. We are very excited at being part of an effort to incorporate cost-effecUve Practices and aesthetically pleasing design to manage and enhance the qualty of stormwater. We fully support CUWR's s319 grant project. Sincerely, Hand$Acrogsd Trust t { SEB-1 -02 FSI 3' 18 PM • ! j}Y 1 ra: FROWPAG :ELECTION: Black or woman governor a..first ; . IS Continued from Page Al Cousins said Patrick's decision college.or someone in one of the not to run as a"black"candidate is neighborhood groups,thinking, If i "I'm.not running acampaign to his credit. . someonelikeher can doit,so can L"' where I'm asking to be made the , "He's not trying to say Pm black, There has only been one black j !first African-American elected and Im running because of my col- chief executive inthe nation's'his- i governor,"Patrick told The Salem or,"Cousins said:"And I related to tory. That was Douglas Wilder, News'shortly after his primary that because that s the way I am." who was elected governor of;Vir- victory. "I don't think this (cam- However,Paul Watanabe,a Uni- girna in 1990.Edward Brooke is the paiga)is about black and white but versity of Massachusetts political only black person elected statewide helping all of the kind$of people." scientist,said Patrick is missing an in Massachusetts.A Republican;he Healey was unavailable to com- opportunity to have an important. was elected to the Senate in 1966. . 'ment, but spokeswoman Amy discussion intheelection. . Jane Swift served as acting gov- Lambiaso said the Republican "It's in some ways Patrick offer- ernor when Paul Celluct stepped !nominee is focused on being a ing,presenting this possibility to down to become U.S. ambassador good candidate,riot necessarily a make history,and yet it seems so to Canada,,but she was never.. 'woman candidate. little a part of the actual appeal it- elected to the governorship in her I "This election is special because self,"Watanabe said."Here again own right. - I it is going to tiring change to Mass- is a race where race has been Cousins would appear tobefaced ' achusetts;"Lambiaso said. "You erased from the public discourse." with a tough,choice on Election can talk to the pundits about en- Similarly,Merrimack College Day.But Cousins;who has support- couraging women to get involved, professor Mary McHugh said there ed Healey back to when she ran for but she's,her own can fo- is civic value in having a woman lieutenant governor in 2062 and cured on lowering taxes,providing run for the state's top job.Healey's supports her policy positions,said balance to Beacon Hill and increas- run and-possible.election could he's not feeling anytpangs over fing education standards.That's the send an important signal to women choosing his party over his race. type of candidate she is." considering political careers. "I don't have any hard feelings Patrick's background has been a "Any time.you do something for. about not supporting someone of I central theme in his campaign.But the first tune;it.opens doors to other the same color;"Cousins said."I'm he's chosen to talk about his up- people looking to get mvolvedtoP01- comfortable with her." bringing in a poor Chicago com- itics,"McHugh said. "Maybe you munity,and'his climb up the eco- spark the interest in someoneoutof Legal Notice p noetic ladder rather thanehis race. g. V ' Legal Notice: Commonwealth of Massachusetts - Le gal Notice The Trial Court CITY OF SALEM Probate and Family I ;, CONSERVATION COMMISSION Court Department I! CommomveahhofMessachusetts Will hold a.public hearing for a ESSEX Division TheTrlal court Request for Determination of Applio- Docket No.06P2033EPI - Probate and Family ' ability.under the Wetlands-Protection in the Estate of.HELEN M.ZAMPELL Court Department. Act, Massachusetts General Laws, Late of BEVERLY ESSEX OIvisbn . .. Chapter 131, Section 40 and Salem's In the County,of ESSEX Docket No.06CO206CAI Ordinance Pertaining to.General Wet- Date of Death August 12,2006 In the Matter of CARLY ELIZABETH lands at*the re nest.of River Wharf NOTICE q NOTIC PETITION RAYMOND by her next friend Realty Trust,.16'Commercial Street, FOR PROBATE OF WILL hear- ANDREA SCHULTZ of BEVERLY Salem, MA.The purpose of:this hear- To all persons interested in the In the County of ESSEX Ing is for a determination of work relat- above captioned estate, a petition has. NOTICE OF PETITION ed,to the const rudion.of a handicap been presented praying that a docu-' FOR CHANGE OF NAME ramp, stair well, and a min garden in mentpurporting:tote the last will.;of j To all persons interested in a petition from of Die existing commercial building said decedent be proved and;allowed;- - described: located wahm.a Riverfront.Area at 18. and that THOMASJ.ZAMPELL JR Of . A pemion has been presenter) by Commercial Street.This hearing will be ,WIENHAM in the County of ESSEX be CARLY ELIZABETH RAYMOND by her held on Thursday,September 28;2006 appointed ezed'utor,named in the will to, next friend ANDREA SCHULTZ praying at 6:00 p.m.in Room 31 a;third fbor at serve without surety. that CARLY ELIZABETH RAYMOND 120 Washington Street: IF YOU, DESIRE TO OBJECT by 'here :next friend, ANDREA Kevin P.Cornacchio,Chairperson THERETO,YOU OR.YOUR ATTOR- 1 SCHULTZ of BEVERLY in the County SN-9/21/06, NEV MUST .FILL A WRITTEN of.1ESSEX be allowed to change .. ., e'^f a APPEARANCE IN SAID COURT AT I hisRierflheffname isfollows:_ ^'r 'SALEM ON OR :BEFORE TEN,. . CARLY ELIZABETH RAYMOND by _ 'O'CLOCK IN THE FORENOON(10.00 her next Mend ANDREA SCHULTZ Mus NeOr . .,, „ AM)ON OCTOBER 23,26M. '. To I- in addition; you must file a written ' CARLY ELIZABETH SCHULTZ The laiget classified advertisingg market- stating of ob.facts §to the petition, i 'IF YOU DESIRE O OBJECT lace Rol of stating speaficfacts,and grounds,upon I I' THERETO;YOU OR YOUR ATTOR- - P. which the objection is based,within thir- j NEY:`MUST FILE "A WRITTEN ,�, Boston.Reu'h up to ty,(30)days atter,the return day (or ;.l APPEARANCE IN SAID COURT AT 355,000 shoppais ' such other time as the court,on motion 1 SALEM ON OR BEFORE TEN -' , with one call! _ 'with notice to Use pati osier,may,allow) Page 1 of 3 Sivaramakrishnan Sangameswaran From: Lederer, Jason (DEP) [Jason.Lederer@ state.ma.us] Sent: Wednesday, September 27, 2006 3:31 PM To: Sivaramakrishnan Sangameswaran Subject: RE: Con Comm Hearing Hi Siva, Sorry to only be able to get back to you now. I left you a voicemail a short while ago. After a conversation with Carrie Duqez (Salem Conservation Agent) today, my hunch is that you are looking for the specific exemption that the project may meet. In reviewing the details of the project with Carrie, we concluded that the most appropriate exemption for the Commission to consider is 310 CMR 10.02(2)(b)(1)(f); "Conversion of impervious to vegetated surfaces, provided erosion and sedimentation controls are implemented during construction..." It sounds like things should go well tonight. Let me know if you need anything else, Regards, Jason ------------- Jason Lederer Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection Northeast Regional Office 205B Lowell Street -Wilmington, MA 01887 Tel: (978) 694-3253 Fax: (978) 694-3498 E-mail:jason.lederer@state.ma.us Check for your MassDEP file numbers and comments here: , hup://edep.dep.mess.¢ov/wedmd/wetlmd.upx From: Sivaramakrishnan Sangameswaran [mailto:SSangameswaran@bioengineering.com] Y Sent: Wednesday, September 27, 2006 10:38 AM To: Lederer, Jason (DEP) Subject: Con Comm Hearing Good Morning Jason. My name is Siva and am a colleague of Nick Wildman at The Bioengineering Group, Salem. I was interested in talking to you about our green construction activities that we are carrying out in front of our office. Please feel free to call me sometime today at 978-740-0096 Extn 521. Your inputs will be very helpful to me for the Con Comm 9/28/2006 Building Sustainable Communities on an Ecological Foundation , _ }� y�ee inpQ�+ y� - 18 Commercial Street Salem. MA 01970 ' Bioengineering p:978-740-0096 I f:978-740-0097 From GROUP bioengineering.com Wendi Goldsmith, CPG, CPSSc, President The Bioengineering Group Inc. 18, Commercial Street Salem, MA 01970 _ To The Salem Conservation Commission D`PT (4= Attention: Ms Carrie Duques rp^��''i'"`'r'ii r-Fl npgc�„ 120 Washington Street Salem, MA 01970 Sub: Regarding RDA for Rain Garden Activities Dear Conservation Commission Agent: This memo is written in response to the comments received during the commission hearing on 28th September 2006. There is no basement for the building and there are no sumps or other drainage elements that flow directly into the North River. A survey of the building demonstrated that the finished floor elevation of the building is above the 100-year flood elevation. We will ensure that the erosion control measures are in place and well maintained throughout the course of the project. As discussed during the RDA hearing, by removing impervious surfaces and routing roof runoff through the proposed rain garden (a) water quality treatment, (b) runoff containment, (c) sediment retention, (d) ecological and habitat functionalities of the buildings and grounds will be greatly improved. Thant s and Regards, r [Wendi Goldsmith] ECOLOGISTS I EARTH SCIENTISTS ENGINEERS LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS V i Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection Bureau of Resource Protection - Wetlands WPA Form 2 — Determination of Applicability Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act M.G.L. c. 131, §40 A. General Information Important: When filling out From: forms on the Salem computer, use Conservation Commission only the tab key to move To: Applicant Property Owner(if different from applicant): your cursor- do not use the River Wharf Realty Trust D D D D D return key. Name Name 18 Commercial Street DEI DOE] Mailing Address Mailing Address Salem MA 0p Cod Citjr DDD❑ ❑DDD❑ Cdy(rown State Zip Code Cirylrown D Zip Code 1. Title and Date (or.Revised Date it applicable) of Final Plans and Other Documents: Proposal to Demonstrate Innovative Stormwater Management Retrofit January 13 2006 Systems at an Urbanized Site Along the North River in Salem MA Date Determination of Ap liciability- 18 Commercial Street Salem, MA Photos DDDDD Title - Date DDDDD DDDDD Title Date 2. Date Request Filed: September 18, 2006 B. Determination Pursuant to the authority of M.G.L. c. 131, §40, the Conservation Commission considered your Request for Determination of Applicability, with its supporting documentation, and made the following Determination. Project Description (if applicable): ,aafomCdoc•rev.311/05 • Page 1 of 5 rr r Y Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection Bureau of Resource Protection - Wetlands WPA Form 2 — Determination of Applicability Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act M.G.L. c. 131, §40 The work involves the removal of 1,575 square feet of pavement in the front of the building along Commercial Street (Icoated within a Riverfront Area). The asphalt and surface fill are removed, disposed off site and 3"of clean topsoil brought in to establish a rain garden. Granite curbing will be installed along the edge of the bed to form a wheelstop defining the edge of the parking lot. The proposed rain garden is described in the RDA and will include a wetland seed mix in addition to live plants suitable for the area. The rain garden will also collect rain from the roof allowing it to infiltrate into the soil. The existing concrete staircase and the wooden handicapped access ramp will be replaced with a metal"rain-through" material to allow rainwater to flow into a rain garden below. Project Location: 18 Commercial Street Salem Street Address C1y/rown Map 26 Lot 0051 Assessors Map/Plat Number Parcel/Lot Number B. Determination (cont.) The following Determination(s) is/are applicable to the proposed site and/or project relative to the Wetlands Protection Act and regulations: Positive Determination Note: No work within the jurisdiction of the Wetlands Protection Act may proceed until a final Order of Conditions (issued following submittal of a Notice of Intent or Abbreviated Notice of Intent)or Order of Resource Area Delineation (issued following submittal of Simplified Review ANRAD) has been received from the issuing authority(i.e., Conservation Commission or the Department of Environmental Protection). ❑ 1. The area described on the referenced plan(s)is an area subject to protection under the Act. Removing, filling, dredging, or altering of the area requires the filing of a Notice of Intent. ❑ 2a. The boundary delineations of the following resource areas described on the referenced plans) are confirmed as accurate. Therefore, the resource area boundaries confirmed in this Determination are binding as to all decisions rendered pursuant to the Wetlands Protection Act and its regulations regarding such boundaries for as long as this Determination is valid. vryaformldoc•rev.311105 Page 2 of 5 r Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection Bureau of Resource Protection - Wetlands WPA Form 2 — Determination of Applicability Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act M.G.L. c. 131, §40 ❑0110❑ ❑ 2b. The boundaries of resource areas listed below are not confirmed by this Determination, regardless of whether such boundaries are contained on the plans attached to this Determination or to the Request for Determination. ❑000❑ ❑ 3. The work described on referenced plan(s) and document(s) is within an area subject to protection under the Act and will remove, fill, dredge, or alter that area. Therefore, said work requires the filing of a Notice of Intent. ❑ 4. The work described on referenced plan(s) and document(s) is within the Buffer Zone and will alter an Area subject to protection under the Act. Therefore, said work requires the filing of a Notice of Intent or ANRAD Simplified Review(if work is limited to the Buffer Zone). ❑ 5. The area and/or work described on referenced plan(s)and document(s) is subject to review and approval by: ❑00170 Name of Municipality Pursuant to the following municipal wetland ordinance or bylaw: ❑1100❑ ❑11011❑ Ordinance or Bylaw Citation B. Determination (cont.) ❑ 6. The following area and/or work, if any, is subject to a municipal ordinance or bylaw but not subject to the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act: Wnafor1 .doc•rev.3/1105 Page 3 of 5 Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection Bureau of Resource Protection - Wetlands WPA Form 2 — Determination of Applicability. Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act M.G.L. c. 131, §40 ❑oou❑ ❑ 7. If a Notice of Intent is filed for the work in the Riverfront Area described on referenced plan(s) and document(s), which includes all or part of the work described in the Request, the applicant must consider the following alternatives. (Refer to the wetland regulations at 10.58(4)c. for more information about the scope of alternatives requirements): ❑ Alternatives limited to the lot on which the project is located. ❑ Alternatives limited to the lot on which the project is located, the subdivided lots, and any adjacent lots formerly or presently owned by the same owner. ❑ Alternatives limited to the original parcel on which the project is located, the subdivided parcels, any adjacent parcels, and any other land which can reasonably be obtained within the municipality. ❑ Alternatives extend to any sites which can reasonably be obtained within the appropriate region of the state. Negative Determination Note: No further action under the Wetlands Protection Act is required by the applicant. However, if the Department is requested to issue a Superseding Determination of Applicability, work may not proceed on this project unless the Department fails to act on such request within 35 days of the date the request is post-marked for certified mail or hand delivered to the Department. Work may then proceed at the owner's risk only upon notice to the Department and to the Conservation Commission. Requirements for requests for Superseding Determinations are listed at the end of this document. ❑ 1. The area described in the Request is not an area subject to protection under the Act or the Buffer Zone. ❑ 2. The work described in the Request is within an area subject to protection under the Act, but will not remove, fill, dredge, or alter that area. Therefore, said work does not require the filing of a Notice of Intent. ❑ 3. The work described in the Request is within the Buffer Zone, as defined in the regulations, but will not alter an Area subject to protection under the Act. Therefore, said work does not require the filing of a Notice of Intent, subject to the following conditions (if any). ❑1100❑ ❑ 4. The work described in the Request is not within an Area subject to protection under the Act (including the Buffer Zone). Therefore, said work does not require the filing of a Notice of Intent, unless and until said work alters an Area subject to protection under the Act. B. Determination (cont.) v afw.Zdoc•rev.311105 Page 4 of 5 Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection Bureau of Resource Protection - Wetlands WPA Form 2 — Determination of Applicability Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act M.G.L. c. 131, §40 x❑ 5. The area described in the Request is subject to protection under the Act. Since the work described therein meets the requirements for the following exemption, as specified in the Act and the regulations, no Notice of Intent is required: 310 CMR 10.02 (2)(b)1.(f): conversion of impervious to vegetated surfaces, provided erosion and sedimentation controls are implemented during construction. Exempt Activity(site applicable statuatoryregulatory provisions) 4 ❑ 6. The area and/or work described in the Request is not subject to review and approval by: ❑001]❑ Name of Municipality - Pursuant to a municipal wetlands ordinance or bylaw. 00000 0000❑ Name Ordinance or Bylaw Citation C. Authorization This Determination is issued to the applicant and delivered as follows: ❑ by hand delivery on D by certified mail, return receipt requested on 00000 Member 28, 2006 Date Date This Determination is valid for three years from the date of issuance (except Determinations for Vegetation Management Plans which are valid for the duration of the Plan). This Determination does not relieve the applicant from complying with all other applicable federal, state, or local statutes, ordinances, bylaws, or regulations. This Determination must be signed by a majority of the Conservation Commission. A copy must be sent to the appropriate DEP Regional Office (see Attachment) and the property owner(if different from the applicant). Signatures: wWormZdoc•rev.3/1/05 Page 5 of 5 t ,Is1 Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection LI Bureau of Resource Protection - Wetlands WPA Form 2 — Determination of Applicability Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act M.G.L. c. 131, §40 Member 28, 2006 Date -- D. Appeals The applicant, owner, any person aggrieved by this Determination, any owner of land abutting the land upon which the proposed work is to be done, or any ten residents of the city or town in which such land is located, are hereby notified of their right to request the appropriate Department of Environmental Protection Regional Office(see Attachment) to issue a Superseding Determination of Applicability. The request must be made by certified mail or hand delivery to the Department, with the appropriate filing fee and Fee Transmittal Form (see Request for Departmental Action Fee Transmittal Form)as provided in 310 CMR 10.03(7)within ten business days from the date of issuance of this Determination. A copy of the request shall at the same time be sent by certified mail or hand delivery to the Conservation Commission and to the applicant if he/she is not the appellant. The request shall state clearly and concisely the objections to the Determination which is being appealed. To the extent that the Determination is based on a municipal ordinance or bylaw and not on the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act or regulations, the Department of Environmental Protection has no appellate jurisdiction. wpaform2.d=•rev.3/1/05 Page 6 of 5 =moi. Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection Bureau of Resource Protection - Wetlands DEP Regional Addresses Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act M.G.L. c. 131 §40 Mail transmittal forms and DEP payments,payable to: Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection Box 4062 Boston, MA 02211 DEP Western Region Adams Colrain Hampden Monroe Pittsfield Tynnghem 436 Dwight Street Agawam Conway Hancock Montague Plainfield Wales Afford Cumminglon Hatfield Monterey Richmond Ware Suite 402 Amherst Dalton Hawley Montgomery Rowe Warwick Springfield,MA 01103 Ashfred Deerfield Heath Monson Russell Washington Phone:413-784-1100 Becket Easthampton Hinsdale Mount Washington Sandisfieltl Wendell Belchertown East Longmeadow Holland New Ashford Savoy Westfield Fax:413-784-1149 Bemardston Egremont Holyoke New Marlborough Sheffield Westhampton Blandford Erving Huntington - New Salem Shelburne West Springfield Brimfield Florida Lanesborough North Adams Shutesbury West Stoddoidge Buckland Gilt Lee Northampton Southampton Whately Charlemont Goshen - Lenox Northfidd South Hadley Wilbraham Cheshire Granby Leverett Orange Swthwiek Williamsburg Chester Granville Leyden Otis Spored Williamstown Chestentetti Great Remington Longmeadow Palmer Stockbridge Windsor Chicopee Hadley Greenfield Ludlow Pelham Tolland Worthington Clarksburg Hadley Middlefield Peru Tolland DEP Central Region Acton Charlton Hopkinton Millbury Rutland Uxbridge Ashbumham Clinton. Hubbardston Millshe Shider Warren 627 Main Street Ashby Douglas Hudson New Braintree Shrewsbury Webster Worcester,50 MA 01608 Athol Dudley Holliston NOMborough Southborough Pho Fax: 50roNorthbridge Southbridge West Boylston Auburn Dunstable LWestborough ancaster Fax:508-792-7621 Ayer East B okfreld Leicester North Brookfield Spencer West Brookfield Bane Fitchburg Leominster Oakham Sterling Westford TDD: 508-767-2788 Bellingham Gardner LittletonOxford Stow Westminster Berlin Grafton Lunenburg 'Padw Sturbridge Winchendon Blackstone Groton Marlborough Pepperell Sutton Worcester Bolton Harvard Maynard Petersham Templeton Boxborough Hardwick Medway Phillipston Townsend Boylston Holden Mention Princeton Tyngsbarough Brookfield Hopedale Milford Royalstw Upton DEP Southeast Region Abington, Dartmouth Freetown Mattapoiseff Provincetown Tisbury 20 Riverside Drive Aoushnet Dennis Gay Head Middleborough Raynham Truro Attleboro Dighton Gosnold Nantucket Rehoboth Wareham Lakeville,MA 02347 Avon Duxbury Halt. New Bedford Rochester Wellfleet Phone: 508-946-2700 Bamutable Eastham Hanover North Attleborough Rockland West Bridgewater Berkley East Bndg ater Hanson Norton Sandwich West Fax: 508-947-6557 Westport Baume Easton Harwich Norwell Scituate West Tisbury TDD:508-946-2795 Brewster Fairhaven Lakeville Oak Bluffs Seekonk Whitman Bridgewater Fairhaven Lakeville Orleans Sharon Wrentham Broad, Fall River Mansfield Pembroke Somerset Vannouth Carver Falmouth Marion Plainville Stoughton Chatham Fo Franklin h Marshfield Plymouth Swansea Chilmark Fanklin Mashpee Plympton Taunton DEP Northeast Region Amesbury Chelmsford Hingham Merrimac ouincy Wakefield 1 Winter Street Andover Chelsea Holbrook Methuen Randolph Walpole Arington Cohasset Hull Middleton Reading Waltham Boston,MA 02108 Ashland - Comxsd Ipswich Millis Revere Watertown Phone:617-654-6500 Bedford Danvers Lawrence Milton Rockport Wayland Fax: 617-556-1049 Belmont Dedham Lexington Nahant Rowley Wellesley Beverly Dover Lincoln Natick Salem WarmanTDD:617-574-6868 Billerica Dracut Lowell Needham Salisbury West Newbury Boston Essex Lynn Newbury Saugus Weston Boxford Everett Lynnfield Newburywrt Sherbom Westwood Braintree Framingham Malden Newlon Somerville Weymouth Brookline Georgetown Manchester-By-TheSea Norfolk Stoneham Wilmington Budinglon Gloucester Marblehead North Andover Sudbury Winchester Cambridge Gnoveland - Medfield North Reading Swampscott Winthrop Carson Hamilton Medford Norwood Tewksbury Woburn Carlisle Haverhill Melrose Peabody Topsfield Wpaform2.doc-DEP Addresses•rev.10/6/04 Page lot 1 ,. Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection ;. Bureau of Resource Protection - Wetlands WPA Form 1 - Request for Determination of Applicability City/rown Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act M.G.L. c. 131 §40 A. General Information Important: When filling out 1 Applicant: forms on the River Wharf Realty Trust computer, use Name wgoldsmith@bioengineering.com only the tab key E-Mail Address to move your . 18 Commercial Street cursor-do not Mailing Address use the return Salem key. CitynMA 01970'own State Zip Code ry 978-740-0096 ext.507 1Bb Phone Number Fax Number(if applicable) ° 2. Representative (if any): a� The Bioengineering Group, Inc. Firm Nick Wildman nwildman bioen ineerin com Contact Name E-Mail Address 18 Commercial St Mailing Address Salem MA 01970 City/Town State Zip Code Phone Number Fax Number(if applicable) B. Determinations 1. I request the Salem make the following determination(s). Check any that apply: Conservation Commission ❑ a.whether the area depicted on plan(s) and/or map(s) referenced below is an area subject to jurisdiction of the Wetlands Protection Act. ❑ b. whether the boundaries of resource area(s) depicted on plan(s) and/or map(s) referenced below are accurately delineated. ® c. whether the work depicted on plan(s)referenced below is subject to the Wetlands Protection Act. ® d. whether the area and/or work depicted on plan(s)referenced below is subject to the jurisdiction of any municipal wetlands ordinance or bylaw of: Salem Name of Municipality ❑ e. whether the following scope of alternatives is adequate for work in the Riverfront Area as depicted on referenced plan(s). wparortnl.doc Page 1 of 4 LlMassachusetts Department of Environmental Protection Bureau of Resource Protection - Wetlands WPA Form 1 - Request for Determination of Applicability cityrrown Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act M.G.L. c. 131, §40 C. Project Description 1. a. Project Location (use maps and plans to identify the location of the area subject to this request): 18 Commercial Street Salem SVeet Address city/Tow Assessors Map/Plat Number Parcel/Lot Number b. Area Description (use additional paper, if necessary): The project area is in a heavily industrialized section of Salem along the left bank of the North River. Commercial Street and its neighborhood are characterized by a parge proportion of impervious surfaces which drain directly into the North River. This runoff contributes to impaired water quality from sedimentation and chemical contamination in the River and in Salem Sound. The project was designed as a demonstration of innovative stormwater management by a Massachusetts licensed Professional Engineer and a Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC).The CPESC has supervised each stage of the work in progress. c. Plan and/or Map Reference(s): Title Date Title Date Title Date 2. a. Work Description (use additional paper and/or provide plan(s)of work, if necessary): Please see the attached plan. All areas of work have been stabilized using coir mattress for perimeter control and the site has been graded to collect all runoff in a shallow basin topography(see photo). The work at 18 Commercial Street involves removing 1,575 square feet of pavement in the front of the building (Riverfront Area). The asphalt and the surface fill are removed offsite and 3"clean topsoil brought in to establish a rain garden. Natural granite curbing will be installed along the edge fo the bed to form a wheelstop defining the edge of the parking lot. The rain garden will be planted with a wetland seed mix from Ernst Conservation Seed and select live plants suitable for the hydrology of a periodically saturated environment. The rain garden will collect rain from the roof and allow it to infiltrate into the soil, entering the North River much more slowly and with having had pollutants and nutrients processed through filtration and uptake. In addition, an area of 1,037 square feet on the side of the building has received soil amendments and a gravel pedestrian path to formalize and improve a favorite neighborhood cut-through to the park. The area has been seeded with a native meadow seed mix and mulched to ensure no erosion during establishment(see photo). The existing concrete staircase to the Bioengineering Group will be replaced with a metal 'rain-through" material to allow rainwater to flow into the rain garden below. Similarly, the wooden handicaped access ramp will be replaced with a similar pervious material. Overall, the project will result in reduced impervious surface in the North River watershed with less runoff to the River and Salem Sound. The project also will result in the creation of a diverse dry and wet meadow habitat where there was none existing. This project is being done in coniunction with a neighborhood beutification oroiect with Servina Salem (see letter). wpafoml.doc Page 2 of 4 Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection ` Bureau of Resource Protection - Wetlands 11 Vl/PA Form 1 - Request for Determination of Applicability city /Town Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act M.G.L. c. 131, §40 C. Project Description (cont.) b. Identify provisions of the Wetlands Protection Actor regulations which may exempt the applicant from having to file a Notice of Intent for all or part of the described work (use additional paper, if necessary). Based on our professional opinion, and in consultation with the NERO Circuit Rider, we are confident that this work is exempt from the Wetland Protection Act under 310 CMR 10.02(f), "the conversion of impervious to vegetated surfaces, provided erosion and sedimentation controls are implemented during construction...". The work described in this RDA was designed and overseen by a registered PE and a CPESC using best management practices for construction erosion control. The project is designed to improve the infiltration of stormwater and the water quality in the North River and Salem Sound and has been included in recent EPA and MA Riverways grant application filed in cooperation with Salem Sound Coastwatch and Center for Urban Watershed Renewal See attached). 3. a. If this application is a Request for Determination of Scope of Alternatives for work in the 4 Riverfront Area, indicate the one classification below that best describes the project. ❑ Single family house on a lot recorded on or before 8/1/96 ❑ Single family house on a lot recorded after 8/1/96 ❑ Expansion of an existing structure on a lot recorded after 8/1/96 ❑ Project, other than a single family house or public project, where the applicant owned the lot before 8/7/96 ❑ New agriculture or aquaculture project ❑ Public project where funds were appropriated prior to 8/7/96 ❑ Project on a lot shown on an approved, definitive subdivision plan where there is a recorded deed restriction limiting total alteration of the Riverfront Area for the entire subdivision ® Residential subdivision; institutional, industrial, or commercial project ❑ Municipal project ❑ District, county, state, or federal government project ❑ Project required to evaluate off-site alternatives in more than one municipality in an Environmental Impact Report under MEPA or in an alternatives analysis pursuant to an application for a 404 permit from the U.S.Army Corps of Engineers or 401 Water Quality Certification from the Department of Environmental Protection. b. Provide evidence (e.g., record of date subdivision lot was recorded)supporting the classification above (use additional paper and/or attach appropriate documents, if necessary.) wPaformf.doc Page 3 of 4 +` Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection Bureau of Resource Protection - Wetlands WPA Form 1 - Request for Determination of Applicability City/Town Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act M.G.L. c. 131, §40 D. Signatures and Submittal Requirements I hereby certify under the penalties of perjury that the foregoing Request for Determination of Applicability and accompanying plans, documents, and supporting data are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I further certify that the property owner, if different from the applicant, and the appropriate DEP Regional Office were sent a complete copy of this Request (including all appropriate documentation) simultaneously with the submittal of this Request to the Conservation Commission. 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Request for Determination of Applicability- 18 Commercial Street, Salem, MA f4 0 41 �E4%`9!>� .et"��yk Y''a�ay�v� Yi ^te: 4 r'��yi, � .wr •, tq,�`.,. '�r `tom er"��•- `.. "`4 e�:��p� � � �� Figure 4- Close -up /of thef coir erosion control mat and straw mulch. If n s , PII1 LJ k, #i 3#r zT v Y xp ;� � �� •*��: `mac'' Figure 5-View of rain garden bed. s ervin 9salem September 11, 2006 Ms. Wendi Goldsmith The Bioengineering Group 18 Commercial Street Salem MA 01970 Dear Ms. Goldsmith, Sponsor Committee Mark Terry Danversbank Thank you for your generous donation of$250 to the Serving Salem Community - Committee chair Serve-a-thon! We appreciate your support of the Salem Harbor CDC and applaud Claudia Chuber your community spirit. hkLarghtm Fm' Wbe Laurence C.Harrington As a valued sponsor at the Apprentice level, The Bioengineering Group will be North Shore Bank recognized on this year's Serving Salem T-shirts to be wom by volunteers and in Marcy Haaber , informational brochures used to recruit volunteers and gather pledges as well as 711rq Qu8v6 Grmcr&Frey listed on the Serving Salem Website. You will also be thanked publicly at Serving Nicholas P.Helides Salem. Beverly National Bank John H.Neely We're planning a morning of community service followed by lunch on Saturday, Nmvihorne Associates September 30 from 9 a.m. to I p.m. Teams of volunteers will take part in service Maureen Safer projects around the city—doing chores for elderly residents, beautifying local Danversbank parks, planting bulbs, working on the Salem River Bed, cleaning up the community, and more! We hope to see you at Serving Salem, along with volunteers from The Bioengineering Group. Again, please accept our sincere thanks for your support. Sincerely, J Michael Whalen Executive Director Serving Salem Community Serve-a-than and Fundraiser Organized by Salem Harbor CDC 102 Lafayette St., Salem, MA 01970 THIS AGEMY SUPPORTED BY Telephone: (978) 825-4002 Fax: (978) 745-4345 UnitedWay Sound Coats Committed to enhancing and protecting the environmental quality of Salem Sound and its watershed 201 Washington St., Suite 9 Salem,MA 01970 978-741-7900 Fax: 978-741-0458 ?�rofeetin9aCommon ljtrource www.salemsound.org Eileen Goldberg January 12 2006 Riverways Program/DFG 251 Causeway St, Suite 400 Boston, MA 02114 Dear Ms. Goldberg: Salem Sound Coastwatch (SSCW) enthusiastically supports the Center for Urban Watershed Renewal, Inc.'s grant proposal to install urban stormwater Best Management Practices (BMPs) at 18 Commercial Street in Salem. Salem is an urbanized area with a significant amount of impervious surface. Based on our water quality monitoring results in this area of the North River and Beverly Harbor, stormwater is a significant pollution source. Also, the Ipswich River Watershed is a highly taxed source of municipal water for Salem and a growing North Shore population. Installing innovative BMPs in a visible public area will serve to raise awareness of stormwater and water conservation issues. .By educating the public about simple modifications they can make on their own property, such as rain gardens and pervious pavement, stormwater BMPs will catch on. In particular, we hope to attract interest from the business community and developers about ways they can literally "go green". These BMPs are being used with success in many parts of the US and Europe not only to treat stormwater but to create aesthetic and recreational benefits as well. Oftentimes innovative ideas such as these are not seriously considered for implementation until they are demonstrated to work. Currently, there is no local demonstration site such as proposed in this grant proposal. This project will help raise awareness and build confidence in urban stormwater BMPS. Salem Sound Coastwatch will assist with public education and outreach for the project. We have long identified stormwater and water usage as major threats to Salem Sound and its surrounding watersheds. Through our programs, we have experience with public education and outreach on stormwater and other issues and have developed relationships with local municipal officials,the media, local business owners, and area citizens. Salem Sound Coastwatch looks forward to partnering with the Center for Urban Watershed Renewal on this project and hopes that you will find this project worthy of funding. Sincerely, Barbara Warren. Executive Director PROPOSAL TO DEMONSTRATE INNOVATIVE STORMATER MANAGEMENT RETROFIT SYSTEMS AT AN URBANIZED SITE ALONG THE NORTH RIVER IN SALEM, MA SUBMISSION TO THE RIVERWAYS PROGRAM OF THE MASSACHUSETTS DEPARTMENT OF FISH AND GAME RFR ID#: RIV-RIFLS-06-1 January 13, 2006 The Center For Urban Watershed Renewal, Inc. Charles Steele, Executive Director The Center for Urban Watershed Renewal, Inc. (CUWR) Mission Statement To develop, demonstrate, implement, and promote technology and policy to restore and manage urban watersheds. Urban watershed areas have long been ignored by resource managers as too deteriorated to warrant serious natural resource management attention. As a result, planners, politicians, engineers, and businesses alike have manipulated the landscape with a heavy hand, altering and impacting vegetation, soil, and waterways as convenient, and responding to environmental regulations with equally mechanistic methods. However, the cumulative effect of these actions is depleted ground water supplies, chronically low stream base flows, increased peak flows (which can erode streams or overwhelm piped systems), and the transmission of contaminants directly to receiving waters without treatment. Even the wastewater treatment plants and stormwater collection systems designed to manage these issues are in need of repair, expansion, and modification, which can only occur at great expense. The vegetation, healthy soil, and landforms that once served the function of capturing, buffering, filtering, purifying, and otherwise systematically handling rainfall, nutrients, and pollutants have been eradicated and replaced by structures that are often themselves sources of pollution. The problem is abundantly clear in the form of problem odors, fish kills, beach closings, restrictions on fish consumption, and ugly, neglected waterways that people have learned to avoid. The most effective solutions to restore these degraded resources will include the holistic restoration and enhancement of functional landforms and beneficial natural processes. Even outside ofo ulated urban centers numerous sites are burdened P p e by industrial impacts due to mining,historic industry, past military use, or waste disposal. These sites often exhibit contamination of soils as well as surface or groundwater. The methods chosen to clean up these contaminants can either improve the ecological productivity of the site, or further impair it. Past strategies for remediation have tended to focus on narrow objectives, sometimes failing to recognize when the remedy is worse than the disease, or when treating only one symptom fails to cure. Many underutilized technologies exist which can treat contaminants using robust biological systems. By using plants, microorganisms, and natural geochemical processes, sites may be cleaned while simultaneously enhancing ecological health and leaving land in prime condition for conservation and recreation. The Center for Urban Watershed Renewal is a 501(c)(3) non-profit environmental advocacy organization. 1 he Center for Urban Watershed Renewal believes that environmental quality, community vitality, and socioeconomic opportunity are deeply connected. Based on that premise, the Center seeks to devise solutions that integrate natural resource management, commercial and residential development, and urban infrastructure. Our goal is to transform stigmatized, underutilized, degraded urban sites into economically viable, ecologically functional, socially valuable amenities. By focusing on Brownfields redevelopment, the Center seeks to avert sprawl; locate jobs near labor, strengthen decaying tax bases, and re-use existing infrastructure. By incorporating green technologies and cutting edge planning with Brownfields re- development, we can bring beauty, accessibility, ecological integrity, and social vitality to those areas most in need. Old industrial sites that were historically or are currently among the worst offenders in terms of watershed impacts (e.g., dams, channelization, filled wetlands and floodplains, elevated runoff volume, and poor water quality) can be converted into havens of treatment,benefit, and sensitivity. We seek to catalyze similar efforts elsewhere by demonstrating and documenting the social, economic, and ecological factors and outcomes. CUWR Focus Topics Stormwater source reduction • Greenspace and greenways Riparian restoration • Recreation and natural science Regional detention ponds/infiltration education zones • Rough and tumble natural play spaces • Treatment wetlands • Community gardens Habitat enhancement • Natural resource based zoning Phytoremediation Stormwater utilities • Renewable construction materials • Combined sewer separation • Soil reclamation • Stream daylighting • Mine and slag drainage • Stormwater sewer elimination • Integrating remedies for air, water, and • TMDL's soil pollution • Municipal composting Past project highlights include: • Conservation of endangered butterfly species on 5000 acre military reservation in Herlong, CA constrained by military use impacts such as unexploded ordinance • Collaboration with US Army Corps of Engineers and DoD Base Realignment and closure office to identify and develop strategies for sites in CA, TX, and IL where site clean-up needs posed threats to special and sensitive habitats ■ Successful 319 grant funded stormwater management demonstration projects in Salem, MA and Acushnet MA ■ Collaboration with TPL on the transfer of multiple parcels of land totaling over 55,000 acres where soil remediation, public recreation, and habitat management needs and opportunities exist Outreach presentation to US Chamber of Commerce to raise consciousness and outline strategies for large and small business to practice improved watershed stewardship PROJECT DESCRIPTION Statement of Problem This project will help "keep water local" by addressing two significant problems. First, the majority of Salem's water supply comes from the Ipswich River Watershed, which is listed on the MA Riverways RIFLS Low-Flow Inventory and widely understood to be one of the most stressed rivers in the Commonwealth. The rapid growth of development within the area relying on this watershed has taxed the natural hydrology and caused the river to run dry on occasions'. These dry periods have caused extensive fish kills and other alterations to the ecosystem2. This project includes the installation of a rainwater collection and use system that will reduce the withdrawal from the Ipswich River Watershed during key months of the year by capturing roof runoff and storing it for toilet flushing. Even with the low-flow toilets recently installed in the building, rainwater harvesting will reduce consumption of Ipswich River water by an estimated 50,000 gallons per year or more. Second, the proposed project will also measurably improve how stormwater enters the local receiving waters. Rivers flowing through heavily urbanized corridors are vulnerable to contaminated stormwater runoff from commercial, industrial, and residential sites. Where natural landscapes once provided and maintained infiltration processes, hardtop surfaces such as asphalt streets,parking lots, and building roofs have created vast quantities of impervious cover. Impervious surfaces eliminate precipitation contact with soils and prevent absorption and storage processes. As a result, groundwater resources contributing to baseflow are diminished, and stormwater runoff occurs almost immediately during a precipitation event. Stormwater runoff collects a variety of contaminants from these impervious surfaces. Vehicles and facilities experience mineral weathering and leak oil and grease. Rooftops collect heat from solar gain plus pollutants and nutrients. Bacteria from fecal matter and trash accumulate from numerous locations. These pollutants have a devastating toll on aquatic ecosystems, with effects ranging from algae blooms and damaged fish gills to anaerobic conditions and reduced reproductive capacity. ' Massachusetts Riverways Program: http://www.mass.gov/dfwele/river/programs/riflOf_ipswich.htm 'Lang, V.,Abele, R.,and Armstrong,D.,et.al. May 2001.Ipswich River Target Fish Community. The North River in Salem, MA exhibits characteristics of a river impacted by urban stormwater runoff. The riparian corridor of the river is dominated by industrial, commercial, and residential development, particularly in the lower reaches. Riparian vegetation is virtually nonexistent in many locations, and impervious surfaces often extend to the banks of the river. The North River suffers from low dissolved oxygen levels, high fecal coliform levels, and elevated levels of heavy metals in the sedimenta. In fact, Salem Sound 2000 concluded that the North River exhibits symptoms of toxic impact as a result of urban stormwater runoff. These factors directly conflict with ongoing efforts to restore fish spawning habitat on the river, which currently achieve only partial success. The Center for Urban Watershed Renewal proposes to demonstrate the feasibility of retrofitting existing urbanized landscapes with best management systems that will increase infiltration rates, provide filtering mechanisms for stormwater runoff, and improve the water quality of stormwater discharging into the North River. Once completed, this project and the accompanying outreach program will address the need for successfully implemented examples of innovative stormwater management techniques. History of the Project The Center for Urban Watershed Renewal, in association with the Salem Sound Coastwatch4, a local water quality advocacy organization, identified the project site as a prime location for installation of innovative stormwater management methods, and in fact Russ Cohen was an early proponent of the work, due to its site and easy visibility, and setting within a EPA designated Brownfields Corridor currently undergoing a wave of redevelopment as is the entire City of Salem. River Wharf Realty Trust (RWRT) owns the project site and is committed to improving the sustainability while reducing the environmental footprint of its properties. RWRT has conducted two earlier phases of building and grounds permitting and construction to support a state-of-the-art stormwater management retrofit in 2006. In this process, RWRT proactively obtained needed permits for conducting the green parking and rain garden construction. Based on ongoing communication with municipal authorities (Zoning Board of Appeals and Building Inspector), it will be quick and simple to obtain approval for the updated and modified designs currently planned. Therefore, we do not anticipate any obstacles to completing constriction by the end of June 2006. The site has multiple tenants, one of whom is The Bioengineering Group, Inc. (TBG), who specializes in sustainable design working to improve the function of ecosystems while attaining land management goals. TBG staff will provide all of the landscape design and engineering for this project as well as construction supervision, and eagerly looks forward Salem Sound 2000,unpublished data. "Formerly known as Salem Sound 2000. to prominently featuring the project, in published papers and outreach, as its own best way to "walk the talk" of its professional practice. TBG is a certified WBE in MA. Salem Sound Coastwatch (SSCW) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit environmental advocacy organization based in Salem, MA. SSCW partners with businesses, governments, and other advocacy organizations to improve water quality within the watersheds flowing into Salem Sound including the North River. In the 1990s, the organization had a leading role in the development of the Comprehensive Conservation and management Plan for the Massachusetts Bays National Estuary Program. Now, in addition to coordinating volunteer monitoring and restoration programs, SSCW strives to increase awareness of the threats facing Salem Sound through their public education program. ScORe of Work The essence of the project is the installation of a rainwater retention system and porous paving for the retention and reuse of stormwater. The Bioengineering Group, Inc. has designed and implemented these systems as part of stormwater management in numerous projects in the United States. Task I Final design for porous parking surface and rain garden planter- TBG Estimated duration: 3 weeks Deliverable: Complete drawing set of plans including sections, typical details, and materials specifications. Task 2 Coordinate modification of existing permits- TBG Estimated duration: 8 weeks Deliverable: Approval from all relevant government bodies Task 3 Coordinate subcontractor services for construction- TBG, CUWR Estimated duration: 4 weeks Deliverable: Signed agreement for services from a licensed landscape contractor to construct the designed retrofit. Task 4 Constructed landscape retrofit- TBG Estimated duration: 5 weeks Deliverable: Completed project and set of "as built' drawings. Task 5 Oversee construction- CUWR, TBG Duration: Concurrent with Task 4 Task 6 Provide public outreach and education- SSCW, TBG Duration: 6 weeks Deliverables: One major mailing to public officials, landowners, professionals and the general community describing the project, its key benefits, and inviting them to an, open house with a presentation documenting the planning, design, construction, future maintenance, and merits of the project. The workshop will be oriented to facilitate adoption of other similar retrofits by additional parties. Other interim informal mailings and events will be incorporated as possible. Table 1. Approximate Project Timeline Month (each X e uals one week) 1 2 3 4 5 Task 1 XXX Task 2 X I XXXX XXX Task 3 XXXX Task 4 XXXX X Task 5 XXXX X Task 6 X XXXX X Benefits to the Watershed The North River watershed is characterized by significant urban impacts throughout its entire area. The river no longer supports the significant populations of anadromous fish such as rainbow smelt and is listed on the state's 303-d list of Impaired Waters. As the cities of Salem and Peabody have grown so has the amount of impervious surface within the watershed. The result has been increased contaminated runoff from the many new parking lots and streets. As new renovation and infill work proceeds at a brisk pace, especially in the North River Corridor where numerous vacant lots still await re- development, there is a need to demonstrate practical solutions that allow construction while protecting the river. Retrofits at 18 Commercial Street present an opportunity for substantial improvement to the health of the North River and its estuary. As is common in such an urban area, approximately 97% of the quarter—acre property is impervious surface. By creating a raingarden that intercepts runoff from half the roof, substituting grassed permeable paving for existing asphalt parkking, and harvesting roof runnof from the rear half of the roof for toilet flushing, over 200,000 gallons per year of direct runoff to the North River will be eliminated and base flows and water quality will be improved. Reducing the direct input of stormwater and associated toxins to the North River through projects like this one is essential to addressing the impairments the river faces. Allowing for a more natural hydrologic regime through increased stormwater infiltration will bolster area aquifers and improve water quality in the nearby estuary. Finally, this project will contribute to the recovery of the native species that once thrived in the North River. Reduced levels of toxics and runoff sediments will mean a more suitable environment for aquatic invertebrates and anadromous fish species. Rain Garden—Rainwater from the roof will be directed to a retention garden in the front of the building. Such features are engineered to operate as functional wetlands and provide many of the benefits of natural wetlands. This rainwater will support native hydrophytic species and slowly enter the groundwater through the permeable Cross-section of typical rain garden underlayment. Detaining the stormwater from the roof and directing it into the soil will reduce the "flashiness" of runoff from the property. The "flash" refers to the surge r� of stormwater into gutters, culverts, and "aO drains as water runs off of impervious surfaces during a precipitation event. gmM bWket Also, as the water passes through the u,araay.oWa�e soil of the raingarden, fine particulates will be filtered out and wetland biogeochemical processes will reduce levels of nutrients and toxics. The result will be cleaner water entering the groundwater. Porous Pavement—CUWR has identified the --- - opportunity to remove up to DIRECT FLOW INTO SUBGRADE 3,000 square feet of asphalt SURFACE WATER FLOW at the project site. The removal of asphalt from the ( f T property will reduce theUhl EEG-Sr6XCA5URFACC; �' / %;! amount of oil and grease y entering the North River as PERMEABLE VASE . /� / �;. I ;•, ' a result of natural SCOAnW UtFR. / 1 weathering of the asphalt vcsuE�aFc i f ( 1 f over time. As an alternative, porous paving systems allow a more �/ WAC[R FA6lE natural interface between Y M Mwp MtYYaIWMWbw4 the soil surface and e..�,.r. Figure- Example porous pavement system (Ideal,Inc.) groundwater while providing all of the functionality of a paved parking lot. These systems involve a layer of attractive paver blocks underlain by engineered sand and crushed stone. The pore spaces in between the block, sand particles, and crushed stone allow for rainwater to pass down to the soil beneath. Installing porous pavement will allow for significantly greater infiltration of stormwater and decrease the "flashiness" of runoff from the property while reducing the toxic chemicals that can leach from weathering asphalt. Rain-thru Steps and Ramp—In order to maintain the continuity and functionality of the rain garden, it is important to remove the existing impervious steps and handicapped access ramp, and replace them with a system that will allow for natural movement of precipitation and sunlight into the rain garden. Steps and modular ramp systems made from reinforced steel grate can provide all of the access needs while allowing stormwater to pass through to the soil beneath. These rain-thru systems serve the ecology of the rain garden and the accessibility of the building for all users. Precipitation will naturally collect in the rain garden and support the plants growing there. This novel (we have not been able to identify prior applications where stormwater management and building accessibility have been combined elsewhere) and enormously practical solution has been reviewed and approved by our design architect and building inspector, and shows great promise as a model for widespread adoption, assuming a successful demonstration. Rainwater Collection Tank—TBG has identified the opportunity to collect and use rainwater to offset municipal water usage which impacts to the Ipswich River Watershed. River Wharf Realty Trust has donated the use of a large-volume storage tank, already onsite, for use in this project. Using a typical design, the tank will be elevated on a stand and collect rainwater from the roof gutters. The tank will be plumbed to feed the toilets in the mens and women's rooms by gravity. In the four coldest-weather months, the tank will be drained and capped to prevent freezing and damage to the system. Excess stormwater will be released to the raingarden. Toilet flushing is the largest weekly use of water at the site. Making use of the rainwater from the roof, when possible, will reduce TBG's withdrawal from the Ipswich River Watershed by an estimated 50,000 gallons per year. Demonstration Value The proposed project incorporates elements of stormwater management that have been gaining popularity over the last twenty years. These materials and methods are ideal for smaller lots or sites where a limited amount of space precludes the use of larger stormwater controls like ponds. Despite this growing recognition by landscape architects, hydrologists, and engineers, porous pavement and raingardens are rarely used in small- scale urban settings in Massachusetts. Such measures are virtually never used on retrofit applications on already developed land. In most cases the densely developed urban settings which were developed prior to any stormwater management regulations are the ones that need effective measures to "keep water local"most. This project will serve as a demonstration of the effectiveness and feasibility of these elements in a classically constrained setting. This site has considerable value as a demonstration site. First,because of its location five minutes from the MBTA Salem Station and along the North River Bikeway, an important recreational area in Salem, the project will be visible to the general public 365 days a year. The rain garden and porous paving will be visible as people walk, bike, and kayak along the North River. The native plants in the raingarden will provide beauty throughout the year and help spread awareness about the use of native, non-invasive plants in home and commercial landscapes. Second, Salem Sound Coastwatch has offered to assist in the coordination of-aseries of outreach activities that will bring the project to the attention of local landowners, public officials, and landscape contractors. These activities include four on-site seminars during the construction phase to show the designs and methods being employed. A volunteer workday is another outreach opportunity that will teach participants how these systems are installed. When the project is completed, SSCW and TBG will host an Open House to share the finished product with area homeowners, landscapers, and planning and conservation officials. Finally, the innovative stormwater management systems installed at 18 Commercial Street will be a focal point for collaborating professionals, agency representatives, and land managers who regularly visit The Bioengineering Group for years to come. As a recognized firm designing ecologically sound stormwater management systems, TBG will have the opportunity to promote their installation to clients from around Massachusetts and elsewhere, even after the formal outreach effort is complete. Gry�g CITY OF SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS STANLEY J. USOVICZ, JR. MAYOR April 25, 2000 Ron Maribett MA DEP BRP 5`h Floor 1 Winter St. Boston, MA 02108 Dear Mr. Maribett: Two Salem institutions, The Bioengineering Group, Inc. and The Center for Urban Watershed Renewal, Inc., are currently submitting a 319 grant application which my administration supports. Due to new regulations promulgated under the Clean Water Act, many older cities like Salem will be required to reduce existing non-point source pollution loading rates. Although several simple and effective technologies exist which can allow property owners to retrofit their buildings and grounds to better manage water quality in urban stormwater runoff, few examples exist as role models. The grant applicants have completed preliminary design for two sites, one at 18 Commercial St. in Salem, and one at Tilcon Capaldi Quarry in Acushnet, MA, and are applying for cost-sharing from EPA's 319 grant program in order to implement work on both sites and provide educational outreach in the form of workshops, a report, and a video. I hope that by locating a portion of this proposed grant-funded work right here in Salem, that cost-effective, appropriate technology will become more familiar and accessible here, and also that Salem's long-standing consciousness of water resource management will gain recognition elsewhere in the region. I see this as a chance to keep Salem at the cutting edge of environmental policy and practice and endorse this proposal for its contribution to quality of life here. Clearly, advancing technology that allows practical water quality management on older urban sites will be crucial to promoting urban re-development, preventing sprawl, and restoring economic vitality to many post-industrial municipalities. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, Stanley J. Usovicz, Jr. Mayor SALEM CITY HALL•93 WASHINGTON STREET•SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS 01970-3592• 978/745-9595• FAX 978/744-9327 APR 27 '00 02:04PM MARINE&FISHERIES P.2 Commonwealth of Massachusetts Riverways Programs iylar;i;Van Pu,eri,Ri,:erA a).T Cocvdinarnr Karen I. Mt(;,?ivrr Resroir CoorJjt1c;[t,i :oar,C. C-Omdjnuij, Cindy DO Papa.S,;evni Eaolo.?iv Rassei:A.Colt.n.Rivers Adtocaf( A1111L Uvml.4.toa, U'hon Rive;V C:oordfHao, April 26.2000 Ron Maribel DEP. One Winter St. Boston,MA 02109 Dear Ron: I am writing to you this afternoon to indicate my support for a§319 grant proposal submitted to you an behalf of the Cancer for Urban Watershed Renewal and no Bicengincering Group. Before commentingspecifies of the proposal, I would like to note on the o that my support for this proposal does not necessarily indicate a preference for it over any other proposal you may have received. In Other Words, since I don't know the other§319 proposals you are considering, I am unable to compare their relative merit with this one. That being said.I support this proposal's effort to demonstrate that rescrofiffing heavily urbanized landscapes with stormwaver best management practices will improve water quality discharging into the Acashriet River and North River.As you know, as a result of latae quantities of impervious surfaces, suirmwater runoff into thus riven significantly elevates levels of sediment,nutrients, toxic metals, fecal coliform,hydrocarbons, and other pollutants to an extent that they exhibit symptoms of toxic shock. Through a series of open homes•training eye=, and educational videos,the project proponents will promote public awareness of the damage urban stormwater runoff inflicts on riparian ecosystems and the retrofitting best mo,gernami practices that are available for urban landscapes. The new NPDES Stormwater Plagise[I reitulations will soon require many older cities to reduce existing non-point source pollution loading rates. Although several simple add effective technologies exist which can allow property owners to retrofit their buildings and grounds to better manage water quality in urban stormater rtutoff.Massachuseus;lacks good role models where these measures have been used. Few examples exist that allow either the private or public sector to identify appropriate treatments for improved normwaccr management on existing developed arm, and con information as well as performance data are essentially nonexistent. Preliminary designs have been prepared for two sites, one at IS Commercial St. in Salem• and one at Tilcon Capaldi Quarry in Acushnet, MA. The applicants propose in construct a series of settlement and retention ponds at the Tilcon Capaidi Quarry that are hydrologically and ecologically functional. The oerimeter of the pored will be planted with native vegetation that will promote filtering processes and enhance habitat for wildlife. At The Bioengineering Group. Inc.'s 18 Commercial St. building, The Center for Urban Watershed Renewal proposes to mimic a natural hydrograph through a system of vegetated cisterns,hydrologically specific;normwater planters, and a vegetated roof system. Work to restore rivers can only be successful 1 the entire contributing watershed is functioning properly. In older, highly urbanized regions such as Massachusetts and New England in genefate watershed function is highly disturbed. and it is necessary to address the volume of storrawater runoff as well as its quality. Measures such as vezetaEed coca, treatment wetlands, stormwatar gardens and planters, and roof ditim infiltration zones 311 show great promise in helping long-developed watersheds regain a more natural level of function. This project, as proposed.shows excellent promise for helping property owners, developers, planning boards, comervatioa commissions, contractors, designers,and all relevant parties to understand why and how to take steps to restore balance to watershed health. Thanks for considering my comments. Sincerely yours, Russell A. Colum Riven Advocate 100 Cambricigr Street -Rcx)tn 1901 -Boston,lqaq,achtiseits 02202(617)',27-1614.:360-hiLp://w\yw.statL,nia.u,ldfwele/nvei/riy_toc.bin) An Agency of the Department of Fisheries,wildlife&Environmental Law Enforcement David M.Peters,Commissioner Printed on Rerycled Pape, COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS i DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION Central Regional Office, 627 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01608 J' v JANE SWIFT BOB DURAND - Governor Secretary LAUREN A.LISS Commissioner May 29,2002 RECEIVED Wench Goldsmith JUN D 7 1002 Center for Urban Watershed Renewal 7 Mall St. Salem, MA 01970-3917 RE: 01-23/319 Demonstration of Innovative Stormwater Management Retrofit Systems Dear Ms. Goldsmith: You are hereby given Notice to Proceed with work tasks outlined in the contract between the Department and the Center for Urban Watershed Renewal for the above-named project,Project 01-23/319,Demonstration of Innovative Stormwater Management Retrofit Systems. The effective date of this Notice to Proceed is May 20,2002. Enclosed you will find an original, signed copy of the Contract. Also enclosed is(1)a match certification form to document the non-federal match;(2)a Vendor Information Form which must be completed and returned by all applicants who bid on subcontracts to this Contract; (3)a blank quarterly reporting form; and(4)a Federal Form 5700-52A,which must be used to document M/WBE participation in this contract. Please note that M/WBE participation will be applied to the total project cost,not just the 319 portion of the project. Also enclosed is a booklet,"Information for Grantees,"which spells out reporting and other requirements. N 66a_ All quarterly and other reports should be emailed or mailed to DEP's Project Officer, vreon"tomac7ewclri2atate mans or DEP NERO,205 Lowell St.,Wilmington,MA 02347; and to Jane Peirce, 319 Program Coordinator,jane.peirce(c)state.ma.us,or at DEP/DMS CERO. All billings,match certification forms, Vendor Information Forms and Federal Form 5700-52A should be mailed to Edith Blackney, also at DEP in Worcester. l-A le, " Please refer to Project 01-23/319 on all communications regarding this Contract, including official notices,progress reports, final reports, and questions. In addition,please note that the Federal Grant ID number for this project is BG991878-00. You will need to include the Federal Grant ID number when completing the quarterly M/WBE Reporting Form 5700-52A. If you have any questions,please call Jane Peirce, 319 Program Coordinator,at 508-767-2792. We look forward to working with you on this project. Sincerely, Steven J.McCurdy Deputy Director Division of Municipal Services Cc: B.Rosinoff,EPA D.Henderson,DEP E.Blackney,DEP G.Tomaszewski, DEP CERO http://www.state.ma.us/dep•Phone(508)792-7650•Fax(508)792-7621 •TDD H(508)767-2788 0 Printed on Recveled Paoer kJAA Pyae� 310 CMR: DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION 10.02: . continued I. Minor activities within the buffer zone and outside any areas specified in 310 CMR 10.02(1)(a)through(e)are not subject to regulation under M.G.L,c. 131,§40: a. Unpaved pedestrian walkways for private use; b. Fencing, provided it will not constitute a barrier to wildlife movement; stonewalls;stacks of cordwood; c. Vista pruning,provided the activity is located more than 50 feet from the mean annual high water line within a riverfront area or from bordering vegetated wetland, whichever is farther. (Pruning of landscaped areas is not subject to jurisdiction under 310 CMR 10.00.); d. Plantings of native species of trees,shrubs,or groundcover,but excluding turf lawns; e. The conversion of lawn to uses accessory to residential structures such as decks, sheds,patios,and pools,provided the activity is located more than 50 feet from the mean annual high-water line within the riverfront area or from bordering vegetated wetland, whichever is farther, and erosion and sedimentation controls are implemented during construction. The conversion of such uses accessory to existing single family houses to lawn is also allowed. (Mowing of lawns is not subject to jurisdiction under 310 CMR 10.00); f The conversion of impervious to vegetated surfaces, provided erosion and sedimentation controls are implemented during construction;and g. Activities that are temporary in nature, have negligible impacts, and are necessary for planning and design purposes(e.g.,installation of monitoring wells, exploratory borings,sediment sampling and surveying). 2. Activities within the buffer zone of any inland resource area as specified in 310 CMR 10.51 through 10.60 and outside any areas specified in 310 CMR 10.02(l)are not subject to further regulation under M.G.L.c. 131, §40,provided: a. The applicant certifies at the time of filing an Abbreviated Notice of Resource Area Delineation that any work will comply with 310 CMR 10.02(l)(b)2.a.through ' j.and,if not,the applicant will file a Notice of Intent or Request for Determination of Applicability and receive a negative Determination of Applicability or an Order of Conditions prior to any work; b. The boundary of any resource area specified in 310 CMR 10.02(1)adjacent to the project site is confirmed through an Order of Resource Area Delineation. The Order shall also confirm that the requirements of 310 CMR 10.02(2)(b)2.c.,d.,and e.,are met c. The buffer zone does not contain slopes greater than 15%prior to any work; d. The buffer zone does not contain estimated wildlife habitat which is identified on the most recent Estimated Habitat Map of State-listed Rare Wetlands Wildlife of the Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program; e. The buffer zone where the work is proposed does not border an Outstanding Resource Water(i.e.,certifed vernal pools,public water supplies or inland ACECs, as identified in 314 CMR 4.00); f At a minimum,no work,including any alteration for stormwater management,is proposed in the 50-foot wide area in the buffer zone along any resource area; g. The amount of impervious surface shall not exceed 40%of the area of the buffer zone between 50 and 100 feet from any resource area or the amount of existing impervious surface, whichever is greater, no impervious surface or any other alteration is allowed within the 50 foot area of the buffer zone along the resource area; h. Erosion and sedimentation controls are installed and maintained at the limit of work or at least 50 feet from the resource area,whichever is farther away,sufficient to prevent sediment from reaching resource areas during construction. The applicant shall provide written notification to the conservation commission one week prior to commencement of work to allow verification that erosion and sediment controls are properly installed. 3/11/05 (Effective 2/11/05)-corrected 310 CMR-325 ^EF I O'W 'NED �:r0 °M THE 914E 1;? E'iR?ii(, ,:RGU? R,4;( 222 Union Streel, Suite 202 New Bedford. Massachusetts 02740 Phone508-979-5910 Fax: 508-910.9982 Email. HARCNB@aol.com February 8, 2002 Jane Peirce s319 Program Coordinator MA Department of Pnvironmental Protection Division of Watershed Management 627 Main Street, 2`� Floor Worcester, MA 01608 Dear Ms. Peirce, T his letter is in support of the Center for Urban Watershed Renewal's proposal to the s319 Non-point Source Pollution Grant Program for stormwater management. i The Hands Across the River Land Trust fully supports the installation of a variety of Best Management Practices (BMP'S) at HARC's new headquarters in A6Ushnet, MA. Applying,BMP's on an urbanized landscape, in this case a former automotive disposal and storage facility, will raise the awareness of both the public and business communities of the possibilities that exist. We are eagerly anticipating the application of innovative and cost-effective techniques to manage stormwater including: a vegetated roof system, retention planters, vegetated infiltration systems, and porous pavement for the South Shore project site. The Hands Across the River Land Trust grants permission for unlimited access to our property for design, installation, maintenance, technology transfer and all related uses described in the project proposal and contract. We are very excited at being part of an effort to incorporate cost-effective practices and aesthetically pleasing design to manage and enhance the quality of stormwater. We fully support CUWR's s319 grant project. Sincerely, Hands Across the River Land Trust Robin Gerry Silvia ERftb ' 222 Union Street, Suite 202 New Bedford, Massachusetts 02740 Phone: 508-979-5910 Fax: 508-910-9982 Email: HARCNB@aol.com January 8, 2002 Jane Peirce s319 Program Coordinator MA Department of Environmental Protection Division of Watershed Management 627 Main Street, 2nd Floor Worcester, MA 01608 Dear Ms. Peirce, This letter is in support of the Center for Urban Watershed Renewal's proposal to the s319 Non-point Source Pollution Grant Program for stormwater management. The Hands Across the River Coalition (HARC) fully supports the installation of a variety of Best Management Practices (BMPs) at HARC's new headquarters in Acushnet, MA. This project perfectly compliments HARC's community efforts to protect and improve water ( quality in the Acushnet River watershed and surrounding New Bedford Harbor. Applying BMPs on an urbanized landscape, in this case a former automotive disposal and storage facility, will raise the awareness of both the public and business communities of the possibilities that exist, We are eagerly anticipating the application of innovative and cost-effective techniques to manage stormwater, including: a vegetated roof system, retention planters, vegetated infiltration systems, and porous pavement for the South Shore project site. HARC will assist with outreach and technology transfer at the demonstration site spotlighting the BMPs. This effort will include an educational mailing, an open house, and a seminar/training session for public officials, landowners, and the general public. I wholeheartedly support the effort of the Center for Urban Watershed Renewal's proposal to demonstrate, Innovative Stormwater Management Retrofit Systems at Two Urbanized Sites and look forward to working together in the future. Sincerely, Hands Across the Riv Coalition r Jim ammons President COPY Salem Sound 2ppp �o`"'b A Comm0 January 10, 2002 Jane Pierce 319 Grant Program Coordinator MA Department of Environmental Protection 627 Main St., 2"d Floor Worchester, MA 01608 Dear Ms. Pierce, Salem Sound 2000 supports The Center for Urban Watershed Renewal's 319 grant proposal to install urban stormwater best management practices (BMPs) at their facility in Salem as a demonstration project. Salem is an urbanized area with a significant percentage of impervious surface. Based on our water quality monitoring results, stormwater is a significant pollution source to our area rivers, streams, and Salem Sound. Installing innovative BMPs in a visible public area will serve to raise awareness of stormwater issues. By educating the public about simple modifications that they can make on their own property, such as rain garden planters, stormwater BMPs will catch on. In particular, we hope to attract interest from the business community and developers about ways that they can literally go "green". BMPs such as green roofs are being used with success in Europe not only to treat stormwater but to create aesthetic and recreational benefits as well. Oftentimes, innovative ideas such as green roofs are not seriously considered for implementation until they are demonstrated to work. This project will help raise awareness and build confidence in urban stormwater BMPs. Salem Sound 2000 will assist with public education and outreach for the project. We have long identified stormwater as a major pollution source to Salem Sound and have been focusing on the issue since our beginning ten years ago. Through our programs, we have experience with public education and outreach on stormwater and other issues and have developed relationships with local municipal officials, the media, local business owners, and area citizens. Salem Sound 2000 looks forward to partnering with the Center for Urban Watershed Renewal on this project and hopes that you find this proposal worthy of funding. Sincerely, k�`aren YouProgram D 201 Washington Street Suite 9 Salem, MA 01970 (978)741-7900 fax: (978)741-0458 -=t_ f" FF:` _ n F� 'ac $ vu:,:1f•]5:"r,li;'" .;.-'69' Fn" ':: r-. .. --- February 15, 2002 Jane Peirce S319 Program Coordinator MA Department of.Environmental Protection Division Of Watershed Management 627 Main Street, 2nO Floor Worcester, MA 01606 Dear Ms. Peirce, This letter is in support of the Center for Urban Watershed Renewal's proposal to the 8319 Non-point Source Pollution Grant Program for stormwater management. The Hands Across the River Land Trust fully supports the Installation of a variety Of Best Management Practices(BMP'S) at HARC's new headquarters in Acushnat, MA. Applying sMP's on an urbanized landscape, in this case a former automotive disposal and storage facility,will raise the awareness of both the public and business communities of the possibilities that exist. We are eagerly anticipating the application of innovative and cost-effective techniques to manage stormwater including:a vegetated roof system, retention planters, vegetated Infiltration systems, and porous pavement for the South Shore project site. ( The Hands Across the River Land Trust grants permission for unlimited access to Our property for design, installation, maintenance, technology transfer and all related uses described in the project proposal and contract. We are very excited at being part of an effort to incorporate coat-effective practices and athetically pleasing design to manage and enhance the quality of stormwalnd esthetically fully support CUWR's s319 grant project. er, Sincerely, Hands Across t e RIVOr Land Trust t ( FEB-15-02 FPi 3: !8 P)r1 a L;Uoy FROM PAG ;ELECTION; Black or woman governor a first o Continued from Page Al Cousins said Patrick's decision college or someone in one of the not to run as a"black"candidate is neighborhood groups;thinking,'If "I'm not runn ing a campaign to his credit. someone like her can do it,so can L"' where I'm asking to be made the "He's not trying to say Pm black, There has only been one black TrstAfrican-Americanelected and I'm running because of my col chief executive in the nation's'liis- governor;"Patrick told The Salem or,"Cousins said."And I related to tory. That was Douglas Wilder, )News shortly after his primary that because that's the way I am" who was elected governor of;Vir- victory. "I don't think this (cam- However,Paul Watanabe,a Uni- ginia in 1990.Edward Brooke is the paign)is about black and white but versity of Massachusetts political only black person elected statewide helping all of the kinds,of people." scientist,said Patrick is missing an in Massachusetts.A Repubhcan,he Healey was unavailable to corn- opportunity to have an important was elected to the Senate in 1966. ment, but spokeswoman Amy discussion in the election. Jane Swift served as acting gov- j Lambiaso said the Republican "It's in some ways Patrick offer- error when Paul Celluci stepped nominee is focused on being a ing,presenting this possibility to down to become U.S. ambassador good candidate;not necessarily a make history,and yet it seems so to Canada,.but she was never. woman candidate. little a part of the actual appeal it- elected to the governorship in her I "rhis election is special because self,"Watanabe said. "Here again own right. it is going to tiring change to Mass- is a race where race has been Cousins would appear to be faced achusetts,"Lambiaso said."You erased front the public discourse." with a tough,choice on Election can talk to the pundits about en- . Similarly,Merrimack College Day.But Cousins,who has support- couraging women to get involved, professor Mary McHugh said there ed Healey back to when she ran for but sh'e's,her own candidate,fo- is civic value in having a woman lieutenant governor in 2002 and cured on lowering taxes,providing run for the itate's top job.Healey's supports her'policy positions,said fbalance to Beacon Hill and increas- run and possible election could he's not feeling any.pangs over t ing education standards.That's'the send an important signal to women choosing his party over his race. type of candidate she is. considering political'careers. "I don't have any,hard feelings Patrick's background has been a `,'Any time you do something for . about not supporting someone of central theme in his campaign.But the first time,it opens doors to outer the same color,"Cousins said.'Tm he's chosen to talk about his up- peoplelookingtogetmvolvedmpol- comfortable with her." bringing fn a poor Chicago com- itics,'McHugh said. `Maybe you munity and,his climb up the eco- spark the interest m someone out of Le al Notice nomic ladder rather than his race. g LegallVotiCe Commonwealth of Massachusetts Legal Notice city of SALEM The Trial andCFamily - CONSERVATION COMMISSION Court Department f i -Commonwealth of Massachusetts Will hold a public hearing for a ESSEX Division 'r ' T1reTHal Court Request for Determination of Applic- Docket No.06P2033EPI E Probate and Family ability under the Wetlands Protedion In the Estate of HELEN M:ZAMPELL Court DeparGn int Act, Massachusetts General Laws, Late of BEVERLY ESSEX Division Chapter-131, Section 40 and Salem's In the County,of ESSEX Docket No.06CO206CA1 Ordinance Pertaining to General Wet- Date of Death August 12,2006 in the Matter of CARLY ELIZABETH lands at The request.of River Wharf I NOTICE OF PETITION RAYMOND,tiy her next friend Realty Trust,.18;Commercial-Street, FOR PROBATE OF WILL ANDREA SCHULTZ of BEVERLY Salem, MA.The purpose of this hear- To all persons'interested in the In,the County of ESSEX ing is for a determination of work relat- above captioned estate, a petition has NOTICE OF PETITION ed.to the construction of a handicap been presented'preying that a docu-' FOR CHANGE OF NAME ramp stair well,:and A.rain garden in in nt purporting to.be the last will.d 'To all oersbhs interested In a petition front of the"6ng commercial building said decedent be'proved and alloweed, described: located within-a RiverfrontrArea at 18 -'and that THOMAS J.ZAMPELL JR:OI A petition has Been'presented by Commercial Street This hearing will be ,WENHAM in the County of ESSEX be i' CARLY ELIZABETH RAYMOND by her held on Thursday,September 28,2006 appointed ekeci tor,named in the Wilt to• next friend ANDREA SCHULTZ praying at 600 p.m.in Room 313;third floor at serve without surety that CARLY ELIZABETHRAYMOND 120 Washington Street: ' -I F,,;YOUiDESIRE TO OBJECT by here next-,friend ANDREA KsAn P.Qornacohio,Chair person THERETO,.YOU OR.YOUR ATTOR SCHULTZofBEVERLYinthe County SN-9/21/06 ANEY MUST FILE A WRITTEN of ,ESSEX be allowed: to change ,. r APPEARANCE IN SAID COURT At hloerRhercnameasfollows: ®. �` 'SALEM ON OR BEFORE TEN: . CARLY ELIZABETH RAYMOND by ■t,�Y _ N�o h O'CLOCK IN THE FORENOON(10.00 her next Mend ANDREA SCHULTZ M V r 11 AM)ON OCTOBER 23,2006. CARLY ELIZABETH SCHULTZ .Thelarge'st classified in addition, you must file a written advertising market- affidavit of objections to the petition, I 'IF YOU DESIRE TO OBJECT lrth of ' stating specl iefacts.and grounds upon { THERETO,YOU OR YOUR ATTORP.ace no - . which the objection is based,within thir- g NEY 'MUST FILE -A WRITTEN • Boston.Reath ap to ty (30) days after the return day (or�! APPEARANCE IN SAID COURT AT 355,000 shoppers ` such other tiPoe as the court,on motion A SALEM ON OR 'BEFORE TEN ', with one call! with notice to the petitioner,may allow) Page 1 of 3 f Sivaramakrishnan Sangameswaran From: Lederer, Jason (DEP) [Jason.Lederer@state.ma.us] Sent: Wednesday, September 27, 2006 3:31 PM To: Sivaramakrishnan Sangameswaran Subject: RE: Con Comm Hearing Hi Siva, Sorry to only be able to get back to you now. I left you a voicemail a short while ago. After a conversation with Carrie Duqez (Salem Conservation Agent) today, my hunch is that you are looking for the specific exemption that the project may meet. In reviewing the details of the project with Carrie, we concluded that the most appropriate exemption for the Commission to consider is 310 CMR 10.02(2)(b)(1)(f); "Conversion of impervious to vegetated surfaces, provided erosion and sedimentation controls are implemented during construction..." It sounds like things should go well tonight. Let me know if you need anything else, Regards, Jason ------------- Jason Lederer Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection Northeast Regional Office 205B Lowell Street -Wilmington, MA 01887 Tel (978) 694-3253 Fax: (978) 694-3498 E-mail:jason.lederer@state.ma.us Check for your MassDEP file numbers and comments here: hnp:/Iedep.dep.mms.gov/wetlmd/wetlmd.up From: Sivaramakrishnan Sangameswaran [mailto:SSangameswaran@bioengineering.com] Sent: Wednesday, September 27, 2006 10:38 AM To: Lederer, Jason (DEP) Subject: Con Comm Hearing Good Morning Jason. My name is Siva and am a colleague of Nick Wildman at The Bioengineering Group, Salem. I was interested in talking to you about our green construction activities that we are carrying out in front of our office. Please feel free to call me sometime today at 978-740-0096 Extn 521. Your inputs will be very helpful to me for the Con Comm 9/28/2006