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129 ESSEX STREET- GIDEON TUCKER BUILDING 129 Essex Street Gideon Tucker Bldy. - � £ k y �n Y Ro R�. in 410, M vy" him to :S�gx' $e"" '# a10 . 0' xa&.?*.. E'§ 'b, r 3- fi w EY T xg 4 — Y. R` 'v+l" *�s..'� "* ` ` ,.;. gs'xa 1,'y4` VAN a � �' ry e f y 0 i'A. yh� shy � .# a y.•2C#s4s x ^'� �"� �s'1' 5. .,�5?� X74 G ," Copp 5� ' f}"'Fr=. r - ° NAM. 4A Y 9 .s w?' x - �: _'#f Is a S'9' hY y 0 ieon 'hacker House 67"� -- - -- - — - L�Gcl �9Essex St. e L ,� +�� 1V7 ' ,•.ff 9 E El �)alem Riede eloo e t hoyit ONE SALEM GREEN, SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS 01970 TELEPHONE 744 4580 " October 24, 1983 Jacob S. Segal, Esq. Ronan & Segal 59 Federal Street Salem, MA 01970 RE Gideon Tuck..r Buidine: Dear Mr. Segal: The Salem Redevelopment Authority at its meeting on October 17 reviewed your letter requesting a re-instatement of the facade easement agreement_ The Board believes that prior to its act of terminating the Agreement, every opportunity was given to your client to execute the facade easement_ The - Authority will not enter into the Agreement again and believes that Mr. Alpers's refusal to fulfill his obligations under the contract and his sub sequent inaction in formalizing a termination agreement reinforces the action taken by the Board in September. If you have any questions, please contact me at 744-6900. Sincerely, Michael Moniz Project Administrator MLWcm cc: Richard Stafford f '. RONAN & SEGAL ATTORNEYS AT LAP/ FIFTY-NINE FEDERAL STREET JAMES T.RONAN SALEM. MASSACHUSETTS 01970 MICHAEL J.HARRINGTOM JACOB S.SEGAL (617) 744,0350 of cOV.3EL JOHN DENNIS HEALEY � - MARY PIEMONTE HARRINGTON - THOMAS J.ALEXANDER - RE - October 14, 1983 OCT 1 t 1983 SALEM PLANNING DEPT. Mr. Michael Moniz Project Administrator Salem Redevelopment Authority One Salem Green Salem, MA 01970 Dear Mr. Moniz: In re: Gideon Tucker Building I am in receipt of your letter of September 29, 1983, and as I indi— cated to you whenwe. it would be appreciated if this grant could be reinstated so that ht e heirs of Mr. Alpers could benefit from it- Very truly t_Verytruly yours, �a cob S. Segal wsd Redevelopment 44-6900 Authority ONE SALEM GREEN, SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS 01970 . TELEPHONE 744-4580 September 29, 1983 Attorney Jacob Segal 59 Federal St. Salem, MA 01970 RE: GIDEON TUCKER BLDG./MOSES ALPERS Dear Mr. Segal, On Monday, September 12,1983, the Redevelopment Authority voted to terminate the Facade agreement dated April 28, 1983, due to the refusal by Mr. Alpers to execute a facade easement agreement on the Gideon ;Tucker Building and by Mr. Alpers' subsequent inaction of not signing termination agreement and release of obligation. I believe that after reviewing the attached copies of correspondence between the Redevelopment Authority and you and Mr.. Alpers, that you will understand the Authority's position and action. If you have any questions, please contact me. Sincerely, r VboL? Michael Moniz Project Administrator MM/cm encs. cc: Richard Stafford 101 Redevelopment Authority TELEPHONE 744.6900 91 d"�L�3.horit ONE SALEM GREEN, SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS 01970 744-4580 September 14, 1983 Mr. Richard Stafford City. Solicitor City Hall Salem, MA 01970 RE: GIDEON TUCKER BUILDING/MOSES ALPERS, Dear Richard: At its regu2Arly scheduled meeting on September 12, 1983, the Redevelopment Authority voted to terminate the Facade Agreement with Mr. Alpers, due to Mr. Alpers refusal--to sign -a Facade.Easement on his Essex St. property. A copy of the motion, votes, and past correspondence is attached. I believe that the motion is in the proper form: that we discussed last week. Also, please review the attached draft of the letter to be sent to attorney Jacob Segal, whom I believe is still managing Mr. Alpers's estate. Should the letter be sent by the S.R.A. or by your office as the City Solicitor? Please let me know as soon as possible. Sincerely, s ; dIicnael Moniz Project Administrator Mit/cm - encs. SalemRE 7 kkGGG������egdevellopment ut744-6900 ho ity ONE SALEM GREEN, SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS 01970 TELEPHONE744-4580 December 21, 1982 Mr. Moses Alpers 109 Lafayette Place Salem, MA 01970 RE: Gideon Tucker Bldg. 129 Essex Street Dear Mr. Alpers: I have made an inspection of the Gideon Tucker Building according to our Agreement of April 28, 1982 and have found the rehabilitation work in conformance with the plans approved by this office. I believe the project has exceeded everyone's expectations and you, Gordeau Construction Co. , Inc. and Jonathan Woodman Associates are to be congratulated on your efforts. I am enclosing two copies of the Facade Agreement for your signature. A copy has been sent to your Attorney, Mr. Segal. Upon receipt of the two signed easements by the S'.R.A. , we will process the facade payment:according to our contract. If you have any questions please call me. Again, congratulations on a fine reconstruction job and best of luck in your new year. Sincerely, Michael Moniz Project Administrator MM/jm c.c. : Jacob Segal Gordeau Construction Co. , Inc. ONE S,;!::.; G2eEN, 5;; _ . FA.:-1:,'.Cr.., ._"-i December 21, 1982 Mr. Moses Alpers 109 Lafayette Place Saler:., i•!". 01970 RE: Gideon Tuc'-._r Tat 3- 129 Essex Street Dear A__. Alpers: 1 have made an inspection of the Gideon Tucker Building according to ou: Agree----nt of April 28, 1982 and have found the _^eaabilitation -:or _ in co=fo-<='—mcz With .':a plans approved by this office. 1 believe the project haS exc<_'adad everyones expeCtatlOn3 and }=011, achard 2•:artin DevelOpu a and Jonateaa F'ac-c:an Associates are to be congratula on your efforts 1 am. enclosing two copies or the Facade Agreement for your sianattize_ A copy has been sent to your Attorney, Mr. Segal. Upon receipt of the two sigrted easemeets by the S. .A. , we. will process the facade payment accordirtg to our contract_ if you have any questions please call r.:e. Again, coag a ulati=s. on a fine; reconstruction job and best of luck in the neva year. Sincerely, Tilcnael _ nniz - Project r_d,_iaistrator 1"'/J - C^ eon Se-al rd Matin Deveiopman. L r . ONE SALEIIA GREEN, SAL:h, Dece bar 21, 1952 Atty. Jacob Segal 59 Federal Street Salem, MA 01970 RE: 'Moses Alpers/Gideon 'fucker Buiidi-tg Dear Er. Segal. T am sending a copy of the Facade Ease-me--t Agree::ant on the Gideon TL-ker Building for your review.' Sincerely, Michael 'Ionia Project Administrator rL�I�j m M February I5; 19au3 Jacob Sagal, Esq. 59 Federal Street Salem, Mass. 01970 Dear ;3r. Segal Re. Father Mathew/Gideon Tucker R.+ Id.i*cg In December 1982 a Facade Easement for the Essex Street building 'Eras sent to you and Mr. Moses Alpers for review and for appiroval: A taonth ago, in a telephone conversation with you, you indicated that 1s_ Alpers: may, not wish to participate in the facade program. In light of our funding cycles_ and grant schedules, I N•ould appreciate hearing from you or-Mr- Alpers, as soon as possible. If Mr. Alpers does not wish to participate, I dill notify the Dept. of Housing and Urban Development officials that we intend to re— program the funds currently allocated to the building_ Please relay my congratulations to ,Ir. :,leers on the successful, COMpletiorL of his project. Very truly yours, till tzic azl _:oniz Prof ect A aainistrato-r RONAN SEGAL ATTORNEYS AT LAW s. t.. ' FIFTY-NINE FEDERAL STREET . JAMES T.RO.,AN - SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS 01970 M1cMAEL J.NSRNMrGTON JAC03 S.SEGAL - OF colL`w4EL. - 16171744-0350 -JOHN DENNIS HEALEY MARY PIEMONTE HARRINGTON - THOMAS J.ALEXANDER - - - February 28th, 1983E8G QEPT, Mr. Michael Moniz Project Administrator Salem Redevelopment Authority One Salem Green Salem, MA 01970 in re: Moses Alpers/Gideon Tucker Building Dear Mr. Moniz Please be advised that I have discussed your recent letter with Moses Alpers. While-he feels-that-he has made a substantial contribution to the City of Salem in his recent renova— tion of the Father Matthews building, it is his decided opinion that the conditions that the City is placing on the facade money available to him, are far too restrictive_ 1n light of the substantial money spent for the rehabilitation as compared to the facade money available, F must agree with flim and feel that the City should make this money available to him without the formal granting of the facade easement- VV ee r asement_Ver truly yours, Jacob S. Segal lal cc: Mr. Moses Alpers - Psi Redevelopment J 7EtEPEFONE 74 L69EQ ut 3o ay ONE SALEM GREEN, SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS 0197G March 2I,1983 Mr. Moses Alpers 109 Lafayette Place , Szem, Mass. 01970 Dear Mr. Alpers. RE: Gideon Tucker Building I have discussed your request for the release of facadefl=ds without the Authority's purchase of a Facade Easem eat, at the Board aeeting on Monday_ The Authority can not release funds on a facade project without receivizo an easement. Please keep in mind that the facade mechanism is not zs outrigl-t t: o grant program but is a real property purchase program. Urban renewal regulations prohibit the granting of funds to private property owners without receiving something in return. Granted, your rehabilitation project will rnzdoubtedlybria? the City new taxes and residents, however, this will not be appropriate enough to allow the Redevelopm eat Authority to do what you have requested-- The Authority -- believes that its Urban Renewal Programs have contributed to creating an = economic environment in which the rehabilitation of yourproaerty was economically viable. If you do not wish to execute the easement, theAuthorityhas decided not to enforce the Agreement. Please execute the attachedTerminatioa Agreement releasing you and the Authority from further obligations, and retu== thze sivgaed ' originals to this office for signature by the City and the Authoaty_ If you have any questions, please contact me. ' i�tlC^3Z �iOn22:� - Project Admit strator MM/ec En closure cc: Atty. Jacob Segal TERMINATION OF AGREEMENT AND RELEASE FROM OBLIGATION WHEREAS, :Moses Alpers (hereinafter referred to as Alpers) and the Salem Redevelopment Authority (hereinafter referred to as S.R.A.) entered into an Agreement dated April 28, 1982 relative to the rehabilitation of p.-ope-ty owned by Alpers at 129 Essex Street, Salem, Massachusetts, and the purchase of the S.ELA_ from Alpers of a Facade Easement from Alpers upon completion of the rehabilitation for the sum of Sixty Thousand Dollars ($60,000);. WHEREAS,Alpers has.declined to execute the Facade Easem eat despitethe completion of the rehabilitation of the property, and the S.R.A_has agreed to release Alpers from his obligation wade` the Agreement, and Alpers has agreed to release the S.R.A. from its obligation under the Agreement. NOW THEREFORE;Moses Alpers and the Salem Redevelopment Authority . hereby mutually agree: (1)to terminate the Agreement prior to satisfaction of its terms, and (2) to release each other from any and all liabilities, duties, obligations, and causes of action arising out of or in connection with the Agreement. WITNESS our hands and seals this day of 11983- Moses 1983_Moses Alpers,Owner SALEM REDEVELOPMENT AUTIj0p=y_ Joan M. Bou(-eau, Chairman O` n ONE SALE.V, G, EEN. 5�C.1 A;;.iS�_-- .- - - -- May 9, 1953 Mr. Moses Alpers - - - - --- 109 Layafette Place Salem, MA 01970 `ARE: Gideon Tucker Building Dear Mr. Alpers: In March I sent a letter and a termination of agreement forte to you r2— garding the facade easement on the Gideon Tuc'-tier buiding_ , Recently, 1 spoke with your attorney, Jacob Segal, who informed re of pour decision. not to execute the easement. I would appreciate it if you could sign the release agreement and return it to this office_ Y have attached ` another release to this letter. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter. _ Sincerely, - Michael Moniz Project Administrator illi/cm enc. cc: Jacob Segal Salm"MRS deve Io p me nt Authority ONE SALEM GREEN, SALEM, MASSAE SEiiS '7J May 9, 1983 Mr. Moses Alpers 109 Layafette Place Salem, MA 01970 'RE: Gideon Tucker Building Dear Mr. Alpers: In March I sent a letter and a termination of agreement form to you re- garding the facade easement on the Gideon Tucker building. Recently, I spoke with your attorney, Jacob Segal, who informed me of your decision not to execute the easement. I would appreciate it if you could sign the release agreement and return it to this office. I have attached another release to this letter. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter. Sincerely, Michael Moniz Project Administrator MM/cm enc. cc: Jacob Segal TERMINATION OF AGREEMENT AND RELEASE FROM OBLIGATION WHEREAS, Moses Alpers (hereinafter referred to as Alpers) and the Salem Redevelopment Authority (hereinafter referred to as S.R.A.) entered into an Agreement dated April Z8, 198Z relative to the rehabilitation of property owned by Alpers at 1Z9 Essex Street, Salem, Massachusetts, and the purchase of the S.R.A. from Alpers of a Facade Easement from Alpers upon completion of the rehabilitation for the sum of Sixty Thousand Dollars ($60,000); WHEREAS, Alpers has declined to execute the Facade Easement despite the completion of the rehabilitation of the property, and the S.R.A. has agreed to release Alpers from his obligation under the Agreement, and Alpers has agreed to release the S.R.A. from its obligation under the Agreement. NOW THEREFORE, Moses Alpers and the Salem Redevelopment Authority hereby mutually agree: (1) to terminate the Agreement prior to satisfaction of its terms, and (Z) to release each other from any and all liabilities, duties, obligations, and causes of action arising out of or in connection with the Agreement. WITNESS our hands and seals this day of , 1983. Moses Alpers, Owner SALEM REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY- Joan M. Boudreau, Chairman kdeVqlopmet1t 44-6900 uthority ONE SALEM GREEN, SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS 01970 TELEPHONE 7444580 March 21, 1983 Mr. Moses Alpers 109 Lafayette Place Salem, Mass. 01970 Dear Mr. Alpers: RE: Gideon Tucker Building I have discussed your request for the release of facade funds without the Authority's purchase of a Facade Easement, at the Board meeting on Monday. The Authority can not release funds on a facade project without receiving an easement. Please keep in mind that the facade mechanism is not an outright grant program but is a real property purchase program. Urban renewal regulations prohibit the granting of funds to private property owners without receiving something in return. Granted, your rehabilitation project will undoubtedly bring --the City new taxes and residents, however, this will not be appropriate enough to allow the Redevelopment Authority to do what you have requested. The Authority believes that its Urban Renewal Programs have contributed to creating an economic environment in which the rehabilitation of your property was economically viable. If you do not wish to execute the easement, the Authority has decided not to enforce the Agreement. Please execute the attached Termination Agreement releasing you and the Authority from further obligations, and return the signed originals to this office for signature by the City and the Authority. If you have any questions, please contact me. Sincerely,, p 7 7 t z }t! a���. `�Mf( hael Moniz. Project Administrator MM/ec Enclosure cc: Atty. Jacob Segal RONAN & SEGAL ATTORNEYS AT LAW FIFTY-NINE FEDERAL STREET JAMES T.RONAN SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS 01970 MICHAEL J.HARRINGTON OF COUNSEL JACOB S.SEGAL 1617) 744-0350 JOHN DENNIS HEALEY MARY PIEMONTE HARRINGTON [THOMAS J.ALE%ANDER February 28th, 1983H 2 1983 PLANiVING DEPT. I Mr- Michael Moniz Project Administrator Salem Redevelopment Authority One Salem Green Salem, MA 01970 in re: Moses Alpers/Gideon Tucker Building Dear Mr. Moniz: Please be advised that I have discussed your recent letter with Moses Alpers. While he feels that he has made a substantial contribution to the City of Salem in his recent renova- tion of the Father Matthews building, it is his decided opinion that the conditions that the City is placing on the facade money available to him, are far too restrictive. In light of the substantial money spent for the rehabilitation as compared to the facade money available, I must agree with him and feel that the City should make this money available to him without the formal granting of the facade easement. (, acob truly yours, S. Segal Ial cc: Mr. Moses Alpers w ® 4 Salem Redevelopment 44-6900 Authority ONE SALEM GREEN, SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS 01970 TELEPHONE 744 4580 October 24, 1983 Jacob S. Segal, Esq. Ronan & Segal 59 Federal Street Salem, PIA 01970 RE: Gideon Tucker Building Dear Mr. Segal: The Salem Redevelopment Authority at its meeting on October 17 reviewed your letter requesting a re-instatement of the facade easement agreement. The Board believes that prior to its act of terminating the Agreement, every opportunity was given to your client to execute the facade easement. The Authority will not enter into the Agreement again and believes that Mr. Alpers's refusal to fulfill his obligations under the contract and his sub- sequent inaction in formalizing a termination agreement reinforces the action taken by the Board in September. If you have any questions, please contact me at 744-6900. Sincerely, Michael Moniz Project Administrator 1141/cm cc: Richard Stafford 1. RONAN & SEGAL - ATTORNEYS AT LAW FIFTY-NINE FEDERAL STREET t. - JAMES T.RONAN SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS 01970 MICHAEL J.HARRINGTON JACOB S.SEGAL OF COUNSEL (617) 744-0380 JOHN DENNIS HEALEY MARY PIEMONTE HARRINGTON THOMAS J.ALEXANDER October 14, 1983 OCT 1 r 1983 SALEM PLANNINQ DEPT. Mr. Michael Moniz Project Administrator Salem Redevelopment Authority One Salem Green Salem, MA 01970 Dear Mr. Moniz: In re: Gideon Tucker Building I am in receipt of your letter of September 29, 1983, and as I indi— cated to you when we it would be appreciated if this grant could be reinstated so that he heirs of Mr. Alpers could benefit from it- Very truly t_Verytruly yours, ;J a`cob S. Segal r wsd AGREEMENT THIS AGREEMENT made this 28th day of April , 1982, between Moses Alpers Owner of land and buildings located at 129 Essex Street, Salem, Massachusetts (hereinafter referred to as "OWNER"), the CITY OF SALEM, a municipal corporation (hereinafter referred to as "CITY") acting by and through its Mayor, Sean A. Levesque, the Community Development Department acting by and through its Community Development Agent W. Gregory Senko, and the SALEM REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, a public body, politic and corporate duly organized and existing pursuant to the provisions of Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 121B, having its usual place of business in Salem (hereinafter referred to as "AUTHORITY"). WHEREAS, the OWNER is the record title Owner of fee simple title to real property situated at 129 Essex Street, Salem (see Essex South District Registry of Deeds, Book 6723 Page 366) on which there are situated structures of architectural significance; and WHEREAS, the CITY is the recipient of a Small Cities Grant under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 as amended, a portion of the funds of which have been designated for the building preservation of historic and/or architecturally significant building facades in the Central Business District; and WHEREAS, the CITY and the Authority have executed a Cooperation Agreement, dated March 7, 1979 in which the CITY delegates to the AUTHORITY, and the AUTHORITY agrees to undertake responsibilities with regard to the revitalization projects in the City's Central Business District; and WHEREAS, the AUTHORITY has prepared pursuant to the establishment of Urban Renewal Plans for the Urban Renewal Project Areas designated Heritage Plaza-East and Heritage Plaza-West which contain standards for exterior appearance to be imposed on all structures designated for historic and/or architectural preservation requiring, among other things, the acquisition and/or retention of facade easements over individual properties by the AUTHORITY as a stimulus to preservation activities. NOW, THEREFORE, in recognition of the foregoing and in consideration of the premises, mutual promises, obligations, covenants and restrictions hereinafter defined, the parties hereto agree as follows: _ 1 _ F ARTICLE L• Design Review and Rehabilitation Program The OWNER shall furnish and install upon or in connection with the exterior of the structure all additions, improvements, alterations, repairs and services including all supervision, labor, materials, machinery, tools, equipment and services and in a good workmanlike manner perform and complete all work in accordance with construction drawings on file at the office of the Building Inspector and approved by the AUTHORITY. Final construction documents must be submitted to the AUTHORITY for its approval and approval must be given by the AUTHORITY prior to the commencement of the work. Any and all construction documents for additional/future facade improvements must be submitted to the AUTHORITY for its approval in a similar fashion. ARTICLE II• Deed of Easement Upon completion of the work by the OWNER, the OWNER, agrees to execute a Deed of Easement to the City of Salem and,to the Salem Redevelopment Authority, jointly and severally, substantially in the form attached hereto as Exhibit "A" which instrument is to be recorded with said Registry of Deeds. ARTICLE III- Consideration In consideration of the grant of the Deed of Easement, the CITY.agrees" 1. to pay the OWNER a sum not to exceed $60,000 but only upon completion of the work to the satisfaction and approval of the Authority; 2. As future phases of facade rehabilitation are undertaken to the remaining portion of the buildings at the site, the Authority may agree to pay the owner additional sums, to be paid only upon completion of these phases to the satisfaction and approval of the Authority. ARTICLE IV: Timetable for Construction The rehabilitation work shall commence on or before April 28. 1982 and shall be six months completed no later than wpk from the date of commencement of work unless prevented by strike, accident, weather or other reasonable cause in which case the parties shall negotiate a time extension. ARTICLE V: Changes in Work Any changes in the scope of work described in Article I above shall be submitted by the OWNER to the AUTHORITY prior to the change being made by the OWNER. The AUTHORITY shall give written notice approving said changes and stating reciprocal changes in other aspects of this Agreement, including the amount of the grant or shall reject such changes and shall state the reasons for such rejection. _ 2 _ L , ARTICLE VL Final Approval for Construction The AUTHORITY reserves the right to make inspection of the completed construction and to require remedial action by the OWNER when construction is not in compliance with the work described and referenced to in Article I of this Agreement. The AUTHORITY, as agent to the City, shall also have the right to require of the OWNER any records or documents as may be necessary to verify the final construction cost. ARTICLE VII: Noncompliance by the Owner In the event the OWNER does not faithfully meet his obligations under this Agreement, the AUTHORITY and the CITY shall have the right to reduce or abolish the CITY's contribution under Article II of this Agreement. ARTICLE VIII: Time and Manner of Payment The OWNER shall submit written notice of completion the AUTHORITY. The AUTHORITY shall within seven (7) days from the date of receipt of said Notice make its determination under Article V herein. The CITY upon the issuance of final approval by the AUTHORITY, shall reimburse the OWNER in accordance with the provisions of this Agreement within sixty (60) days of the receipt of said final approval. ARTICLE IX: Indemnification The OWNER shall assume all risk of and shall save harmless, defend and indemnify the AUTHORITY and the CITY against all acts, claims, demands, liabilities and damages which may in any manner be imposed on or incurred by the AUTHORITY or the CITY as a consequence of or arising out of the CITY's contribuition to the cost of the work caused to be done by the OWNER to achieve the rehabilitation of the exterior of said structure. ARTICLE X: Assignability The OWNER shall not transfer any interest in this Agreement without prior written consent of the AUTHORITY and the CITY. ARTICLE XL• Nondiscrimination The OWNERS shall not discriminate against any tenant or employee or applicant for tenancy or employment because of race, color, religion, sex, age, or national origin. - 3 - ARTICLE XII: Amendment This instrument contains the entire and exclusive agreement between the parties and supersedes and terminates all prior or contemperaneous arrangements, understandings, and agreements, either oral or written. This AGREEMENT may not be amended or modified, except by a written document executed in the same manner by all parties. WITNESS our hands and seals this 28 day of April, 1982. CITY OF SALEM: *REDEVENT AUTHORITY _ 14 J A. Levesq// e,ZMayor man W. Gr oySenko, Community Development Agent Funds have been appropriated for this purpose under Community Development Funds Acct. 60000608 Richard P. Foley, City Auditor A A and character fory J - 4 - RONAN & SEGAL ATTORNEYS AT LAW FIFTY-NINE FEDERAL STREET JAMES T.RONAN SALEM. MASSACHUSETTS 01970 MICHAEL J.HARRINGTON JACOB S.SEGAL OF COUNSEL JOHN DENNIS HEALEY (617) 7440350 MARY PIEMONTE HARRINGTON THOMAS J.ALEXANDER - -- - R October 14, 1983 OCT 1 1983 SALEM PLANNING DEPT. Mr. Michael Moniz Project Administrator Salem Redevelopment Authority One Salem Green Salem, MA 01970 Dear Mr. Moniz: ,/In re: Gideon Tucker Building I am in receipt of your letter of September 29, 1983, and as I indi- cated to you when we met it would be appreciated if this grant could be reinstated so that the heirs of Mr. Alpers could benefit from it. Very truly yours, t'J 'cob S. Segal wsd RONAN S SEGAL ATTORNEYS AT LAW FIFTY-NINE FEDERAL STREET JAMES T.RONAN SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS 01970 MICHAEL J.HARRINGTON JACOB S.SEGAL OF COUNSEL (617) 744-0350 JOHN DENNIS HEALEY MARY PIEMONTE HARRINGTON THOMAS J.ALEXANDER October 14, 1983 OCT 1 1983 IA,LeM PLA1411ING BERT, Mr. Michael Moniz Project Administrator Salem Redevelopment Authority One Salem Green Salem, MA 01970 Dear Mr. Moniz: In re: Gideon Tucker Building I am in receipt of your letter of September 29, 1983, and as I indi- cated to you when we met it would be appreciated if this grant could be reinstated so that the heirs of Mr. Alpers could benefit from it. /Verymy yours, . Segal wsd • /y� i ' "�:�' a TELEFFI0.1F 744-6900 OSAl,LNi. G2EFN, JALit M, MA, SACi1U5ETT5 0 970 V44-4580 February 15, 1983 Jacob Segal, Esq. 59 federal Street Salem, Mass. 01.970 Dear Mr. Segal: Re: Father. Mathew/Gideon Tucker Building In December 1982 a Facade Easement for the Essex Street building was sent to you and Mr. Moses Alpers for review and for approval. A month ago, • in a telephone conversation with you, you indicated that fir. Alpers may not wish to participate in the facade program. In light of our funding cycles and grant schedules, I would appreciate hearing from you or Mr. Alpers as soon as possible. If Mr. Alpers does not wish to participate, I will notify the Dept. of Housing and Urban Development officials that we intend to re- program the funds currently allocated to the building. Please relay my congratulations to Mr. Alpers on the successful completion of his project. Very truly yours, N 4� Michael Moniz Project Administrator rM/ec • A I. X aE 0oo IV -Yfill Ia; $3! iE! \ .EPHUE 744 6900 ! � ONE SALEM GREEN, SAt-H-A, MASSACHUSETTS 01970 - 7-".4 45A0 December 21, 1982 Mr. Moses Alpers 109 Lafayette Place Salem, MA 01970 RE: Gideon Tucker Bldg. 129 Essex Street Dear Mr. Alpers: I have made an inspection of the Gideon Tucker Building according to our Agreement of April 28, 1982 and have found the rehabilitation work in conformance with the plans approved by this office. I believe the project has exceeded everyones expectations and you, Richard Martin Development Co. and Jonathan Woodman Associates are to be congratulated on your efforts. I am enclosing two copies or the Facade Agreement for your signature. A copy has been sent to your Attorney, Mr. Segal. Upon receipt of the two signed easements by the S.R.A. , we will process the facade payment according to our contract. If you have any questions please call me. Again, congratulations on a fine reconstruction job and best of luck in the new year. Sincerely, Michael Moniz Project Administrator mm/jm CC: Jacob Segal I:i_chard Martin Development A / P �ri Q Z � YA �..�ka devedopment TELEPHONE 744-6900 ONE SALEM GREEN, SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS 0191-0 744-4580 December 21, 1982 Atty. Jacob Segal 59 Federal Street Salem, MA 01970 RE: Proses Alpers/Gideon Tucker Building Dear Mr. Segal: I am sending a copy of the Facade Easement Agreement on the Gideon Tucker Building for your review. Sincerely, M°aw'�a Michael Moniz Project Administrator MM/jm RICHARD MARTIN DEVELOPMENT CO., INC. December 1, 1982 Mr. Michael Moniz Salem Redevelopment Authority One Salem Green Salem, MA 01970 RE: Facade Easement Gideon Tucker Building 129 Essex Street Salem, Mass. Dear Mike: The Gideon Tucker Building will be ready for final inspection of the Essex Street facade on December 15, 1982. Please call me if you would like someone from our office to accompany you during this inspection. We are planning an open house at the building afterthe holidays and as soon as we have a firm date, I will let you know. Very truly yours, Richard R. Gourdeau RRG/rd CC: Mr. Alpers Jacob Segal 203 WILLOW STREET, SOUTH HAMILTON, MASSACHUSETTS 01982 (617) 468-3232 ale adevelopment c � uA � �+ �,9 _ TELEPHONE ?44-69 . 3 .'�iy ONE SALE,Y GREEN, 5.=, `A.0 SSAC�U=E'i: ., :9i! 744-4"' - October 21, 1982 Mr. Moses Alpers 19 Lafayette Place Salem, Mass. 01970 Dear Mr. Alpers: RE: Facade Agreement on Gideon Tucker Building 129 Essex Street, Salem, Mass, Pursuant to your request for a time extension for completion of exterior improvements to the Gideon Tucker Building, the Redevelopment Authority, on October 18, 1982, approved an extension from October 28, 1982 to January 3, 1983. A copy of the authorization is attached for your records. Please inform the Authority by letter when the improvements are completed in order for a final inspection to be completed prior to your request for release of funds. If you have any questions, please contact me at 744-6900. Very truly yours, Michael Moniz Project Administrator MM/ec r Enclosure cc: Gourdeau Construction CO. d rzthe Pfathev Total Abstinence Society of Salem, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Salem, Essex Moses Alpers Salem, Massachusetts, A certain parcel of land cAth the buildings thereon situ ed in said Salem and bounded as follows: : �Begin ,in,: at the northwesterly corner thereof on Essex Street, . and then 5 running southerly by lend now or late of B-rookhouss shrut _ two h mdred twelve feet, thence easterly by land now or. late of GriffLn thirty feet three inches, thence northerly by land now cr late f Lakeman and Nichols sixty seven feet nine inches, thence east ly by land now or late of said Nichols sixty eight feet, six inch , thence northerly by land now or late of said Nichols five feet, thence easterly by land now or late of said Nichols nine feet. - thenc3 northfirly,by land now or late of aansfield sixty four feet, thlenc westerly by land now or late of i-erkirs seventeen feet four inch, 3. thence northerly by land now or late of said Perkins seventy n$�he rest two inches, the last line being parallel with and ten feet diste t from the underpinning of the main part of the brickhouse standLng upon the premises hereby conveyed and thence westerly by said masse Street on ti line recently estrblinhed by the City seventy five and fteen hundredths (75.15) feet to the corner begun at. f Be a 1 the said nsa-`urenents acre or less or however othe-Ase teia,t ceisa-dagles.m-dUass conveyed to said Society by dead of Frederick Wilsm dated May 5, 1697, and recorded with Essex South District Deede , Book 1749, Page 120. Tate for 1963 have been x-1:1 ortioree between the parties and are to be 1' id by the grantee. f Father Mathew Total Abstinence Society Laurence Haverty, Fresident, and Clarence J. Rich rdson, Treasurer twenty-eighth May sixty-three . r 4' FATHER YATHEW TOTAL AMIN MM SOCIFTI 4 `taurence Haverty President Clarence J . Richardson 'treasurer ESSE May 28 63 Laurence Haverty, President, and Clare ce d. Richardson, Treasurers Fathe Mather Total Abatinc4e Society 1 r:1 ONE SALEIA GREEN, SALEM., h1ASSr.CH633 -tS December 21, 1982 Atty. Jacob Segal - II 59 Federal Street Salem, ?:A 01970 RE., i-ores Alpers/Gideon Tucker B% Sdiico Dear _ir. Segal: I am sending a copy of the Facade Easement Agreezenr on the Gideon Tucker Building for your review. Sincerely, 14icha=_1 cfoniz Project Administrator I'M j m • N' Sr 1 f, February 15, 1983 Jacob Segal, Esq. 59 Federal Street Salem, Mass. 01970 Dear Mr. Segal: Re: Father Mathew/Gideon Tucker Building In December 1982 a Facade Easement for the Essex Street building xaas sent to you and Mr. Moses Alpers for review and for approval: A month ago, in a telephone conversation with you, you indicated that Mr. Alpers may not wish to participate in the facade programa In light of our funding cycles and grant sche3dles, I would appreciate hearing from you or `Ir. Alpers as soon as possible. If Mr. Alpers does not wish to participate, I will notify the Dept. of Housing and Urban Development officials that s_e intend to re— program the funds currently allocated to the building_ Please relay my congratulations to Mr. Alpers on the successful completion of his project. Very truly yours, 17 Michael c:oniz Pro`ect f_d a.inistrator • RONAN & SEGAL • ATTORNEYS AT LAW FIFTY-NINE FEDERAL STREET SAMES T.RONAN - SALEM. MASSACHUSETTS 01970 - MICHAEL J.HARRVNGTON JACOB S.SEGAL OFCOUHSEL (817) 744.0330 - 'JOHN DENNIS H'eALEY � - - - MARY PIEMONTE HARRINGTON - THOMAS J.ALEXANOER - .February 28th, 1983 Pr1E1h' 2 9983 SALEM pLAlV1VIrJG 1JEPT. . Mr. Michael Moniz Project Administrator Salem Redevelopment Authority One Salem Green Salem, MA 01970 in re: Moses Alpers/Gideon Tucker Building Dear Mr. Moniz: Please be advised that I have discussed your recent letter with Moses Alpers. While he feels that-he has made a substantial contribut-ion to the'City of Salem in his recent renova- tion of the Father Matthews building, it is his decided opinion that the conditions that the City is placing on the facade money available to him, are far too restrictive. In light of the substantial money spent for the rehabilitation as compared to .the facade money available, I must agree with him and feel that the City should make this money available to him without the formal granting of the facade easement. Ver truly yours, Jacob S. Segal lal cc: Mr. Moses .Alpers y iELEPRONE 744-69QQ £�•' uthority ONE SALEM GREEN, SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS 3-1970 744-4530 • March 21,1983 Mr. Moses Alpers 109 Lafayette Place Salem, Mass. 01970 Dear Mr. Alpers: RE: Gideon Tucker Building I have discussed your request for the release of facade£Lords without the, Authority's purchase of a Facade Easement, at the Board meeting an Monday_ The Authority can not release funds on a facade project without receiving an easement. Please keep in mind that the facade mechanism is not an outright grant program but is a real property purchase program. Urban renewal regulations prohibit the granting of funds to private property owners without receiving something in return. Granted, your rehabilitation project will undoubtedly bring --the City new taxes and residents, however, this will not be appropriate enough to allow the Redevelopment Authority to do what you have requested.- The Authority . • believes that-its Urban Renewal Programs have contributed to creating an economic environment in which the rehabilitation of your property was economically viable. If you do not wish to execute the easement, the Authority has decided not to enforce the Agreement. Please execute the attached Termination Agreement releasing you and the Authority from further obligations, and retu-a the signed originals to this office for signature by the City and the Authority. If you have any questions, please contact me. Sincerely,, Michael Nioniz.- Project Administrator MAl/ec Enclosure cc: Atty. Jacob Segal • TERMINATION OF AGREEMENT AND RELEASE FROM OBLIGATION WHEREAS, Moses Alpers (hereinafter referred to as Alpers) and the Salem Redevelopment Authority (hereinafter referred to as S.R.A.) entered into an Agreement dated April 28, 1982 relative to the rehabilitation of property owned by Alpers at 129 Essex Street, Salem, Massachusetts, and the purchase of the S.R.A. from Alpers of a Facade Easement from Alpers upon completion of the rehabilitation for the sam of Sixty Thousand Dollars ($60,000), WHEREAS, Alpers has declined to execute the Facade Easement despite the completion of the rehabilitation of the property, and the S.R.A. has agreed to release Alpers from his obligation under the Agreement, and Alpers has agreed to release the S.R.A. from its obligation under the Agreement. NOW THEREFORE Moses Alpers and the Salem Redevelopment Authority •` hereby mutually agree: (1) to terminate the Agreement prior to satisfaction of its terms, and (2) to release each other from any and all liabilities, duties, obligations, and causes of action arising out of or in connection with the Agreement- WITNESS greemeat.WITNESS our hands and seals this day of , 1983. Moses Alpers, Owner SALEM REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY: Joan M. Boudreau, Chairman nvent • 3 3 yC I tl . ONE SALEM GnEEN. SALEV, May 9, 1983 Mr. noses Alpers 109 Layafette Place Salem, MA 01970 `ARE: Gideon Tucker Building Dear Mr. Alpers: In March I sent a letter and a termination of agreement form to you re— gardir_g the facade easement on the Gideon Tucker building_ Recently, I spoke with your attorney, Jacob Segal, who informed me of your decision not to execute the easement. I would appreciate it if you could sign the release agreement and return it to this office_ I have attached another release to this letter. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter. Sincerely, i Michael Moniz Project Administrator cm enc. cc: Jacob Segal i Woodman Associates RECEIVED _— Architecture J U L 161982 Research Design SALEM PLANNING DEPT. July 15, 1982 Planning Land Use Planning 20 Inn Street Newburyport, MA 01950 USA Mr. Michael Moniz Salem Redevelopment Authority — 462-9522 One Salem Green preject Salem, Massachusetts 01970 --- - 1 Urania: Dear Mike: --- -- At a previous meeting with Chris Olney and the; Salem Redevelop- Drawing Title' ment Authority (December, 1981 ), we received approval from the - Authority for the proposed renovation to the Father Mathew Building — -- located on Essex Street. The Authority requested that we submit stale, final working drawings for the main entrance, wood fence at Essex D„r, -— Street, and the roof top balustrade prior to their construction. ccae, ,,, ,,, At that time we agreed that a reasonable design interpretation of those elements in question was acceptable. Enclosed for your perusal are the final design and working — drawings AID, 11 , 12, 13, and 15, which the Authority requested. Please do not hesitate to call if you have any questions. Very truly yours, --— WOODMAN AS IAT S ARCHITECTS -- C (tet/ C Wi l l iaM H. oupcoffeci �j Rsions: WHS:CS — Enclosures: Drawings AID, 11 , 12, 13, 45 —— cc: Richard Gourdeau L--- -- -- ----- 0 _- _O Nlf oU1P - -- -- --- --- 1_of 1 Pn,Number I T I J�.�.cU'.9Rtt y O§ Y ✓f s ' Al�lHME�w TI itg of �atrm,Iassar4usrtts Deparlment of Publir Morks @ue *:aletn (5reen ANTHONY V. FLETCHER,R.P.E. RICHARD P.SWENSON,O.E. DIRECTOR of PUBLIC SERVICES - Assistant CMI Engineer CITY ENGINEER April 21, 1982 Mr. Joseph Shlarz Richard Martin Development Co. 203 Willow Street So. Hamilton, MA. 01982 RE: #129 Essex Street Gentlemen: I have reviewed the proposed site plan for the "Father Mathew Building" left with my staff 4/16/82, and have the following comments. DRAIN: Due to the lack of capacity in Essex Street, and throughout the drain system downstream, preference is for a drywell-type system. This area appears to drain well now, and thought should be given to leaving the area in natural percolation condition rather than paving. If drain must be installed, minimum pipe size required for cleaning and maintenance, is 8" size, either concrete, PVC or transite. WATER: Tap to City main, curb cock and service shall be installed by owner under direction of City Water Department. Water meter must read in Cubic Feet and must be submitted to this office for approval . SEWER: Installation by owner, permit required. Present trunk line 15" X 22" could be brick or clay. New line must enter system using applicable saddle. Please show how directional change at building is to be handled. Please advise type of ownership regarding units, Rental , Co-op, Condo. If Condo, agreement must be filed for water billing purposes. Very truly yours, i A. V. Fletcher, P.E. City Engineer AVF/cc Director of Public Services cc: S.R.A. 4/ R. McIntosh RICHARD MARTIN DEVELOPMENT CO., INC. March 29, 1982 Mr. William Finch Massachusetts Historical Commission 294 Washington Street Boston, Massachusetts RE: Restoration of the Father Mathews Building Salam, Massachusetts Dear Mr. Finch: Aftar analyzing the econonLi.c inpact of the requirements of the Historical Conmission to have the Father Mathews Building qualify for federal tax credits, we have decided not to pursue this avenue any further. We appreciate the work that you have done on our behalf, and we regret that we were not able to follow through on all of the Comanission's requirements. Very truly yours, Martin R. Dunn rIRD/np cc: Jacob Segal Jonathan Woodmen Mayor Jean Levesque j Christopher Olney ✓ 203 WILLOW STREET, SOUTH HAMILTON, MASSACHUSETTS 01982 (617) 4683232 File No. A-92.71(III) RONAN & SEGAL ATTORNEYS AT LAW FIFTY-NINE FEDERAL STREET JAMES T.RONAN SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS 01970 MICHAEL J.HARRINGTON JACOB S.SEGAL OF COUNSEL (617) 744-0350 JOHN DENNIS HEALEY MARY PIEMONTE HARRINGTON THOMAS J.ALEXANDER April 29, 1982 J Mr. Christopher Olney Salem Redevelopment Authority p ,� One Salem Green U� Salem, MA 01970 / Dear Chris: Enclosed are seven pies of the facade easement agreement between the City and Moses Alpers. After you have had these agreements executed by the appropriate city officials I would appreciate receiving two copies for my file. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter. Very truly yours, J cob S. Segal wsd Enclosures i Woodman Associates FATHER MATHEW BUILDING Architecture Reseat'ch FROM: William H. Soupcoff Design Planning DATE: January 15, 1982 Land Use Planning SUBJECT: Salem Redevelopment Authority Meeting on January 13, 20 Inn Street 1982, 4 p.m. Ncwburylant, MA 01950 USA PRESENT: Board Members: Chris Olney (Chairman) John Emerson 617 462-9522 Dick Minturn John Wright Fred Johnson Martin Dunn '...°°. William Soupcoff _ The purpose of this meeting was for the Redevelopment Authority to review for approval the Father Mathew Project. We specifically reviewed the west elevation and the various SIA window and door treatments which were in question at our previous meeting. The Board expressed no negative comments `°"'" in response to the additional information provided to them in this meeting: However, John Emerson did suggest that the Board grant approval to the project with the provision that, when the detailed drawings of the front entrance are complete, we will submit the drawings to them for-their-review and comments. With the general consensus of the Board, Chris Olney confirmed their approval of the project pending the Board members visit- ing the site and observing the sample brick panel that has been constructed at the site. If there are no negative com- ments with regard to the brick sample panel , then the Board grants its approval , and will stamp the drawings that the Building Inspector approves. W. H. S. WHS:CS cc: Martin Dunn Chris Olney �< (EC� 7- 10 )At.' s ! ICAC 1� 1 of 1 P."Is 1— Salem Historical Commission Minutes of Meeting December 17, 1981 The Salem Historical Commission met for a special meeting on Thursday, December 17, 19819 7s3o p.m., One Salem Green. Present were Messrs. Cook, Lahikainen, Wolfson, and Zaharis and Mrs. Wheaton. Also attending was Mr. Joseph Tarnowski. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Jacob - Wolfson. Local District Operation Mr. Joseph Tarnowski presented plans for a second-story porchat South Pine St. /at this special meeting as requested by the Commission at its meeting of December 2. He explained that the windows would be paired, double hung, 6 x 6 windows; trim on the addition would be the green of the rest of the building; and the walls would be shingled as the rest of the building. Members expressed concern about the relation of the roof of the addition to the handsome existing Second Empire style mansard roofline. Members felt that the possibility for a more sensitive treatment of these two lines should be carefully explored and questioned Mr. Tarnowski regarding the possibility of defewing final decision until January 6. Mr. 'Tarnowski agreed that this would not be a problem for him. The clerk will copy plans for members to take with them to the site to study the options for recommendations on January 6. The Commission also considered preliminary plans for a sign at 21 Washington Square North, property of Richard Elliott, submitted by tenant, Paul Rabchenux. The flat sign to be applied to the side of the building with gold lettering on a black background was generally approved by the members but it was suggested that the scroll or colonialized shape would not be appropriate for a nineteenth century trade sign and that block letters, rather than a combination of block and script, should be used throughout. Mrs. Wheaton will relay these suggestions for Mr. Rabehenux's consideration, and a final application with specification as to exact location of the sign will be submitted at the meeting of January 6. National Register of Historic Places Gideon Tucker House/Father Matthe Building. In its final matter of business, the Commission reviewed plans for rehabilitation of the facade of the Gideon Tucker House Father Matthew Building at 129 Essex Street. This general review was occasioned due to the fact that the required three designees from the Commission had not been present at the meeting of the Design Review Board on December 9 when these plans were presented. Commission representation, which had been overlooked by the DR3, is required, similarly to the Heritage Plaza-West Agreement due to the expenditure of Small Cities Grant funding to identify and mitigate potential adverse impacts on National Register sites. In this case, the Salem Redevelopment Authority has offered to purchase a facade easement with Small Cities Grant funds. Christopher Olney, Salem Redevelopment Authority, noted in a letter to the Commission that the Commission will be notified to send its delegates to further DRB meetings on the site and sought only a general approval of the preliminary plans. Members were satisfied with the plans and with the DRB's comments on them. Respectfully submitted, Elizabeth r } SalemEE Redevelopment Authority - TELEPHONE 744-6900 ONE SALEM GREEN, SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS 01970 744-4580 December 15, 1981 / Mr. Jacob Wolfson, Chairman Salem Historical Commission 12 Hartford Street Salem, Mass. 01970 Dear Jack: Enclosed please find plans for the rehabilitation of the facade of the Gideon Tucker House/Fr. Matthew Building at 129 Essex Street. These plans should be reviewed by the Historical Commission`because the Redevelopment Authority has offered to purchase a facade easement with funds from the City of Salem's Small Cities Grant. The drawings.have been presented to the Design Review Board, which has granted preliminary approval (subject to confirmation by the Authority) . Minutes are attached for your review. In fact, designees from the Historical Commission should have been invited to attend the DRB meeting, as outlined in our agreement with the State Historical Preservation Officer. I apologize for the oversight. Fortunately, the plans submitted are pre- liminary. Final construction documents must be reviewed by the Design Review Board and Historical Commission designees before construction can begin. I will be sure to notify you of the meeting. In the meantime, I hope that the attached preliminary plans meet your approval. If there are any concerns, the Authority will be meeting on December 21 to discuss this project; and will be. in a position to incorporate additional comments in its findings. Your input will be welcomed. Thank you for your cooperation. Very ruly your , Chr stop he G. Olney Pr 'ect Administrato CGO/ec Enclosures D SalemHE Redevelopment Authority TELEPHONE 744.6900 ONE SALEM GREEN, SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS 01970 744-4580 October 20, 1981 Mr. Richard Gourdeau Gourdeau Construction Co. , Inc. 203 Willow Street South Hamilton, Mass. Dear Dick: At its regular meeting held on October 19, 1981, the Redevelopment Authority authorized its Chairman to enter into an Agreement with Gourdeau Construction Co. Inc. to purchase a facade easement on the Gideon Tucker House at 129 Essex Street for $60,000. I have endorsed an example of an Agreement and an Easement from .,a previous facade improvement project for your review. I have asked our Attorney to draft an Agreement for this project, which will be forwarded to you in the near future. Very truly yours, Christopher G. Olney Project Administrator CGO/ec Enclosure cc: Richard Stafford, Esq. ffE alen1 Redevelopment ut o ity ONE SALEM GREEN, SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS 01970 TELEPHONE X44 4580 October 20, 1981 Mr. Richard Gourdeau Gourdeau Construction Co. , Inc. 203 Willow Street South Hamilton, Mass. Dear Dick: At its regular meeting held on October 19, 1981, the Redevelopment Authority authorized its Chairman to enter into an Agreement with Gourdeau Construction Co. Inc. to purchase a facade easement on the Gideon Tucker House at 129 Essex Street for $60,000. I have endorsed an example of an Agreement and an Easement from:a previous facade improvement project for your review. I have asked our Attorney to draft an Agreement for this project, which will be forwarded to you in the near future. Very truly yours, Christopher G. Olney Project Administrator CGO/ec Enclosure cc: Richard Stafford, Esq. i GOURDEAU CONSTRUCTION CO., INC. GENERAL CONTRACTORS 203 WILLOW STREET, SOUTH HAMILTON , MASSACHUSETTS 01982, (617) 468-3511 FOUNDED IN 1927 September 17, 1981 Mr. Chris Olney Salem Planning Department One Salem Green Salem, MA 01970 Dear Chris: Enclosed you will find a pro-forma financial analysis for the conversion of the Father Matthews Building into 14 condominium units. Assuming that the investors put up 20% of the working capital for the project, there is a shortfall of approximately $85,000.00 for the completed project. The construction costs are higher than usual because we intend to restore the building as closely as possible to its original condition. In order to make this project a feasible investment, we request that the Salem Redevelopment Authority assist us in obtaining a grant in the amount of $85,000.00 to help restore the facade of this historically significant building. Very truly yours, AZ604-'J-� Richard R. Gourdeau RRG/np enclosure cc: Jacob Segal lot �4 7 im 4E ` + COURDEAU CONSTRUCTION CO., INC.,203 WILLOW STREET,SOUTH HAMILTON, MASSACHUSETTS 01982 ,FINANCIAL ANALYSIS OF THE CONVERSION OF THE FATHER MATTTMgS BUILDING INTO 14 CONDOMINIUM UNITS SOFT COSTS: Acquisition of existing land and building $ 200,000 Architectural and engineering 25,000 Interest during construction 80,000 Legal and audit 8,000 Real estate cmydssions and advertising 55,000 Total Soft Costs: $ 368,000 CONSTRUCTION COSTS: 3 Two bedroom units, existing building = $ 165,000 4 One bedroom with loft, existing building = 210,000 " 2 One bedroom units = 100,000 5 Two bedroom townhouses (new) = 330,000 Exterior restoration, existing structure = 125,000* Sitework 45,000 Total Construction Cost: $ 975,000 Total Projected Cost: $1,343,000 REVENUE FROM SALE OF UNITS: 3 Two bedroom units @ 100,000 = $ 300,000 4 One bedroom unit @ 100,000 = 360,000 2 One bedroom units @ 70,000 = 140,000 5 Two bedroom townhouses @ 105,000 = 525,000 Total Revenue: $1,325,000 Invested Capital = 20% ($1,343,000) = $268,600 Expected Return on Risk Capital = 25% 286,600 @ 25% = $67,150 Actual Return vs Expected Return = ($18,000) vs + $67,150 Subsidy Required for Project = $85,150 5 a r1 *See attached breakdown. e I ., COURDEAU CONSTRUCTION CO., INC..YOS WILLOW STREET,SOUTH HAMILTON, MASSACHUSETTS 0I982 Father Matthews Building Salem, Massachusetts ESTIMATED COST TO REPAIR EXTERIOR FACADE OF BUILDING 1. Remove wooden store front and replace wall $ 22,000 2. Point and repair existing brickwork; including waterproofing 35,000 3. Repair windows 22,000 4. Replace roof and repair cornice 28,000 5. Replace original entrance 8,000 6. Walk, Fence 3,000 7. Painting and miscellaneous 7,000 $ 125,000 t>c(2/e Ae c< v,&v Y) v �edti�n - l8, Oa VIA, � n I 600 -Se((J� \vlQc'(� ' - Goss (Lv� a GOURDEAU CONSTRUCTION CO., INC. GENERAL CONTRACTORS 203 WILLOW STREET, SOUTH HAMILTON, MASSACHUSETTS 01982, (617) 468-3511 FOUNDED IN 1927 Jame 23, 1981 Ms. Joan Boudreau, Chairman Salem Redevelopment Authority One Salem Green Salem, MA 01970 RE: Father Matthews Building Dear Ms. Boudreau: Mr. Moses Alpers has agreed to form a joint venture with Gourdeau Construction Co., Inc. to convert the Father Matthews Building into residential condominiums. In order to make this an economically. feasible project and to restore the exterior facade, it will be necessary for us to obtain financial aid in the amount of approximately $90,000. It is my understanding that funds are available for this type of restoration, and I would appreciate any help the Salem Redevelopment Authority can give us in obtaining such a grant. Hoping to hear from you soon, I remain, Very truly yours, (22 � . Richard R. Gourdeau RRG/np cc: Atty. Jacob Segal f 6 aleiil Redevelopment 44-6900 Authority ONE SALEM GREEN, SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS 01970 TELEPHONE 74445 0 September 3, 1981 a er, Mr. Douglas Hopp , Chairman Board of Appeals One Salem Green Salem, Mass. 01970 Gentlemen: The Board of the Redevelopment Authority-wishes to express its support for the petition of Moses Alpers and Richard Gourdeau to develop fourteen condominium residential units at 129 Essex Street, formerly the Gideon Tucker House. While the Authority has not had the opportunity to review the design; the proposed use and number of units appear reasonable. There is no question that the Gideon Tucker House, otherwise known as the Father Matthew Building, is a valuable resource to the downtown area. Its rehabilitation will have a tremendous beneficial impact on the entire neighborhood, and will complete a vital missing element in the streetscape of Essex Street. Very truly yours, Christopher G. Olney Project Administrator CGO/ec i SALUA PLidNNi?rG 'WEPT. January 22.1979 Mr. Chris Olney, Executive Director f ` Salem Redevelopment Authority One Salem Green Salemp Mass. 01970 Dear Chris* 9 Enclosed. please finA the detailed estimate €ar the exterior renovation of the Gideon Tucker/Father Mathews Building. I have also senta copy of it to Xr. Greg Senko, Salem Planning Department. Please contact me at the Goult Pickman House roncernin any further re- sponsibilities Magus has concerning final application for•the Facade Easement Grant. i r Thank you very much for your continued interest in the project, ' • 9 t. � Very truly yours. Alan W. Kianulli President/Artistic Director cc. Greg Senke U" 1 MAGUS CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING AND FINE ARTS "Father Mathews Building" Salem, Massachusetts SCHEMATIC DESIGN COST ESTIMATE (For Review Only) SUMMARY 02100 DEMOLITION $ 129280 02200 EXCAVATION AND BACKFILL 49200 02300 SITE DRAINAGE 19000 02400 SITE UTILITIES 600 02500 PAVING AND SURFACING 49700 02600 SITE IMPROVEMENTS 4,160 02700 LANDSCAPING 29500 03300 CAST IN PLACE CONCRETE 1 ,000 04000 MASONRY 119120 04400 MASONRY. RESTORATION 279960 05100 LIGHT GAUGE METAL FRAMING 500 06100 ROUGH CARPENTRY 49880 06200 FINISH CARPENTRY 14x300 07200 ROOF INSULATION 680 , 07300 SHINGLES AND ROOFING TILES 50280 07400 FLASHING 1 ,500 08100 HOLLOW METAL DOORS AND FRAMES 29250 08300 ENTRANCE AND STOREFRONT 39500 08400 14ETAL WINDOWS 11 ,400 09100 LATH AND PLASTER 750 09200 PAINTING 49000 10100 FLAG POLES 29000 10200 14AILDOX AND STREET NUMBERS 100 SUBTOTAL $118,660 OVERHEAD AND PROFIT 20% 2° 9732 TOTAL G.C. WORK: $142,392 (1 ) S X20 Cu)0 -- MAGUS CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING AND FINE ARTS "Father Mathews Building" Salem, Massachusetts SCHEMATIC DESIGN COST ESTIMATE (For Review Only) PHSEE 2 02100 DEMOLITION Remove Existing Store Front & Roof: Allow $ 39000 Demolish Structures at Rear of Site: Allow 2,000 Remove Exterior Doors & Frames 5 each ® $60.00 300 Remove Exterior Windows: 38 each Q $60.00 29280 Remove Fire Escape: Allow 200 Demolish Areaway Walls & Steps: Allow 500 Remove Original Entry Portico Intact from Essex Institute: Allow 2,000 Remove Existing Roofing: Allow 29000 $ 12,280 02200 EXCAVATION AND BACKFILL Expose Foundation at Essex Street: Allow $ 600 Replace Existing Areaway: Allow 2,000 Repair Utility Service to Building: Allow 800 i Backfill at Rear of Property: Allow Soo $ 4,200 02300 SITE DRAINAGE Replace Underground Roof Drain Water Drainage System: Allow $ 700 Footing Drain at Essex Street: Allow 300 $ 1 ,000 02400 SITE UTILITIES Repair or Replace Utilities: Allow $ 600 02500 PAVING AND SURFACING Replace Paved Areas Damaged by Construction: Allow $ 2,500 -*--- Repair Sidewalks: 500 s.f.. 2,200 1 RT� $ 4,700 ' 4 s Note: All Areas Are Approximate Only " i I-LkGUS. CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING AND FINE ARTS SCHEMATIC DESIGN COST ESTIMATE (Continued) 02600 SITE IMPROVEMENTS Iron Picket Fence to Match Original Design: 76 l.f. @ $35.00 $ 29600 E� Granite Bollards to Match Original Design: 6 each @ $250.00 , 19500 $ 4x160 02700 LANDSCAPING Replace Planting Strip Between Sidewalk and Building: Allow $ 2,500 C--- 03300 CAST IN PLACE CONCRETE Restore Foundation at Essex Street Elevation: 54' $ 1 ,000 04000 MASONRY Concrete Block Backup for Brick: 600 s.f„ 0 $3.00 $ 1 ,800 Brick at Front of Building: 600 s.f. @ $5.00 39000 Granite Veneer at Basement: 88 s.f. @ $15.00 19320 Replace Granite Steps and Porch: Allow 59000 $11 ,120 04400 MASONRY RESTORATION Rake and Repoint Existing Brick: 7,800 s1f. @ $2.50 $19,500" C1ean. Exposed Brick: 7,800 s.£. @ $.70 59460 Misc. Repairs to Existing Brick: Allow 3,000 $27,960 05100 LIGHT GAUGE METAL FRAMING Steel Lintels: Allow $ 500 05200 ORNAMENTAL METAL Iron Railings: See Section 02600 (3) SQHEMATIC DESIGN COST ESTIMATE (Continued) 06100 ROUGH CARPENTRY . Framing at Entry: Allow $ 200 Rough Buck for WindovB and Doors: 42 each @ $40.00 1 ,680 Replace or Repair Damaged Roof Sheathing and . Perling: Allow 29000 Replace or Repair Rough Cornice Work: Allow 1 ,000 $4,880 06200 FINISH CARPENTRY Provide Wood Lintels to Match Existing: Allow 3 900 Restore Entry Door and Frame: Allow 19000 Restore Decorative Cornice: 240 l.f. @ $40.00 90600 New Storm Shutters: 28 pr. @ $100.00 2,800 -- $14,300 07100 DAMPPROOFING AT FOUNDATION 07200 ROOF INSULATION 3P Batt Insulation: 3,400 s.f. @ $.20 J $ 680.�- 07300 SHINGLES AND ROOFING TILES 235# Asphalt Roof Shingles: 41 sq. @ $80.00 $ 3,280 07400 FLASHING Gutters and Downspouts and Flashing: Allow $ 195.00 08100 HOLLOW METAL DOORS AND FRAMES Single HM Doors and Frames: 4 ea. @ $325.00 $ 1,300 Double HM Doors and Frames: 2 ea. @$475.00 950 $ 2,250 (4) SukNMATIC DESIGN COST ESTIMATE (Continued) 08300 ENTRANCE AND STOREFRONT. Aluminum Storefront: 140 s.f. ® $25.00 $ %500 � 08400 METAL WINDOWS Replace Existing Windows: 38 ea. ® $300.OD $11 ,400 09100 LATH AND PLASTER Stucco Soffit: Allow $ 750 09200 PAINTING Painting: Allow, $ 4v000 10100 FLAG POLES Cantilevered Flagpoles: 4 each @ $500.00 $ 2,000 �— 10200 KULBOX AND STREET NIMBERS Mailbox and Street Numbers: Allow $ 100 15100 MECHANICAL A\\o W Z5-1 UU0 16100 ELECTRICAL 6 U- zb U�U 16200 LIGHTING (� l o W �S� © 00 • C10 i , MAGUS CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING AND FINE ARTS SCHEMATIC DESIGN COST ESTIMATE (Continued) ALTERNATE NO. 1 Demolish Street Level Floor Structure W x 211 : $ 400 Restore Floor to. Original Elevation 181 x 211 : 800 $1 ,200 ALTERNATE NO. 2 Provide New Entry Portico: Allow $5,000 ALTERNATE N0, 3 Add New Entry Door in lieu of Repairing: Allow $ 400 NOTE: Whereas this is a schematic design cost estimate all of the above costs should be reviewed by the Owners and Architect so that any differences in thinking as to what has to be done and how it is to be done can be corrected. PHASE II Remodel Interior of Building: , 10,200 s.f. © $20.00 $2049000 Remodel Interior of Building: 1.09200 s.f. @ $25.00 $2559000 Remodel Interior of Building: 10,200 s.f. @ $30.00 $306,000 PHASE III New Theater: 7,000 s.f. @ $65.00 $455,000 February 12,1979 Mr. Allan Mianulli Magus Center for Performing Arte Gault-Piolmaau Haase Charter Street Salem, Mase. 01970' Dear Allan: The purpose of this letter is to express the enthusiasm and support of both \ . the City.of Salem,and the Salem Redevelopment Authority for,your proposal to �.. renovate the Father Matthew Building for a;center for the performing arts; This expression of support stems from,a concern to rehabilitate a building of enor- mous historical and architecturilt significance in Salem; and from A,des ire to enliven the downtown with cultural and artistic events of the highest quality. As you know, the City of Salem.has recently been awarded a Federal ©rant under the Small Cities Program for the continuing revitalization of the down town area.. Through Ole program I am.able to provide financial aasistanae for exterior, physical rehabilitation for the Magus Center for Performing Arts on the basis Of one dollar of p ublic funds for every two.dollars of private funds raised for this project up to a.maximum of ninety-thousand dollars (90,000.00), witha deadline for the start of construction of January 1, 1980 We wish you the beet of luck in your fund raising efforts, Very truly yours, t Mayor Jean A.. Levesque >,C r {