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Salem Historical Commission Minutes of Meeting January 2, 1980
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The Salem Historical Commission met for its regular monthly meeting .
on Wednesday, January 29 1980, 7130 p-m-, One Salem Green. Present wereMess,'rs.
Cook, Guethlen, Lahikainen, Lippman, and Wolfson, Ms. Harris, and Mrs.
Wheaton. Also attending was Allison Crump. The meeting was called to
order by Chairman Jacob Wolfson.
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Local District Operation
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Noting changes, including removal of siding at 131 Darby Street. the
Commission voted to send the violator's form letter.
In another matter of business, Mrs. Wheaton explained that Walter Jones, .
prospective buyer of 136 Federal Street- had requested Commission review of
his proposal for the site with a possible endorsement to the Board of Appeals.
Preliminary plans were available for Commission inspection showing conversion 4
of the group home to a two-family with exterior decks. After discussion, the
Commission voted that a letter be sent relaying the Commissdon�s enthusiasm
about investment in that property, particularly if this included exterior
improvement and its general endorsement of the conversion to two town-houses r
despite reservations about the historical appropriateness of particular.
features of the preliminary plans available. Letter would indicate the . . ,
Commission's opinion that conversion to 2-family can be successfully accomplished ,
within the confines of historical appropriateness and note that Commission
review of all exterior changes will be required for this building in the
Federal Street Area Historic District. Clerk will forward letter to Mr. Jones
and call him to explain Commission reservations. Y.
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Ms. Harris and Mr. Guethlen reported their conversation with Miss Ygsliwy
regarding her fence at ll Hodges Court and her strong opposition to making any {
changes there. The Commission agreed that her brother, who apparently constricted, + a
the fence, should be invited to the next meeting.
Since no'change has 'been noted on the window at 106 Derby Street, ruled
not as approved and unsatisfactory.by the Commission, Mrs. Wheaton will call
Messrs. Savickey and Inness to ascertain the status of work there.
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Organizational and Policy
Rules of Order. .The Commission next turned to a discussion of meeting '
procedure and agreed to the adoption of rules of order for applicant procedure
which were approved by $ yeas and one abstention. These rules„along with a
number of genera33/rules follow on page 2s 4$,.
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Fliza B. 'Wheaton
Clerk of Commission
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APPLICANT PROCEDUREa RULES OF ORDER. ADOPTED, SALEM HIS'NRICAL COMMISSION.
January 2. 1980
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Procedure for review of Application for Certificate of Appropriateness when
presented by applicant to the Commission.
1. Introduction .
a. Chairman introduces application.
b. Clerk provides necessary background information.
2. Presentation by applicant.
3. Chairman asks if there is anyone other than the Commission who would like
to be heard on the application. All comments to be addressed to the
Commission not to applicant or others in attendance.
4. Chairman asks for questions from Commission members. Questions are
asked individually as recognized by the Chairman with each Commission
member given the opportunity to question in turn. followed by a second
round of questions. Commission members need not go through the Chairman
but may speak directly to the applicant.
5. Chairman asks if there are any motions.
6. Members mays
a. Pave to approve or disapprove the application as submitted or as
modified by their motion.
1) Any member may move to vote immediately on such a motion and if
secondedp no discussion can follow. A vote to vote immediately j
is followed by the vote on the question without discussion.
"2) If any motion is defeated, the Chairman may call again for a
motion on the application_. Here members may offer_amen dments .or
revised motions as above or a motion to take the application under
advisement as below,-
b. : Move to take the application under advisement. A vote follows the
second immediately and no discussion follows until the question is
reconsidered,' (Motion should specify when to reconsider the application.
^Amendment for vote February 6, 1980.)
GENERAL RULES- S
1. After calling meeting to order.-if visitors are present. Chairman will
introduce the Commission.
2. A msmbsr is out of order whenk Vic.
a. Discussion is begun between a motion and a second.
b. Discussion is begun after a second-on -amotion to vote immediately or a motiorir
t6--take under advisement or after approval of either motion.
C, A single comment exceeds, 2�minute so
d. Comments are made without recognition by the Chairman.
e. Members hold private conversations during the meeting.
3. Any member can call a point of order. .
4. All votes require a simple majority.
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Salem Historical Commission Minutes of Meeting - February 6, 1980 y A
The Salem Historical Commission met on Wednesday, February 6, 19809
7r 30 p.m., One Salem Green. . Present were Massrs. Carr, Cook. Guethlen,
Lahikainsn, Lippman, Savickey, and Wolfson, Ms. Harris, and Mrs. Wheaton.
Mr. Lippman was designated as the voting alternate. Also attending were
Lawrence and Patricia LeBoeufe Drew Hingson, Mary.Powers, Judith King, {.
Carolyn Tolles, Joyce King, Dr. , M.-J.P Matz, and Gary Sackrider. The meeting
was called to order by Chairman Jacob S. Wolfson.
Local District Operation "
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The Commission first turned to the application of Lawrence LeBoeuf
for conversion of a portion of the building at the rear of 131 Derby Street
to a gift shop. This would involve replacing an overhead garage door with
a notty pine door and window with set-;in grid and clapboarding and staining
the exterior. Questions from the Commission included Mr. Carr's question
regarding color, suggesting a red stain and an inquiry from Ms. Harris
about the type of wood most appropriate for the door. In response to the
Chairman's request for a motion,'the Commission moved to accept the
3-part motion appointing Messrs. Savickey and Guethlen to work on color Y
and final specifications at the site. The motion,amAndsd to allow
the definition of abutters to be determined at the site by Messrs.
Savickey and Guethlen,passed unanimously.
The Commission next heard from Drew Hingson regarding painting at
18-20 Kosciusko Street. Mr. Hingson offered a choice of dark gray Vit' n
stain Cabots 0547) for the body with white semi-gloss trim and doors
in either charcoal paint or Essex Green. The 3-part motion was approved
unanimously pending notification of abutters.
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East India House, 384 Essex Street. Mary Powers was present to discuss ti
her plans for the Fast India House at 384 Essex Street. She reported that '
she had originally hoped to open a tea room and antiques shop on the
first floor of the property. Difficulties in matingcods for such an
establishment led to a. change of plans for an antique .shop alone for 3
rooms on the first floor right of this early eighteenth century building
renovated by Samuel McIntire. Mrs. Powers explained that she hoped for
an endorsement from the Commission before going to the Board of Appeals
for a special permit for same. She added that she also hoped to improve
the barn and garden. of the building which currently accomodates 8 apartments_
The sign involved would probably go on the fence. The Commission voted
to endorse the special permit on the grounds that the change in use would
not damage the historical exterior aspects of this historic building.*
* Notet By phone vote on 3-17-80, this vote was amended to say that the
endorsement was conditional upon Commission review of all exterior charges
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Chestnut Street District Expansion. Judith King came before the
Commission to discuss her interest and that of other residents of
Federal Street in seeing the boundaries for the local district expansion
extended to include additional properties on Federal Street beyond
Flint Street. Ms. King presented a petition to that effect signed by '4
17 property owners in that area. After some discussion of the most
appropriate boundary there, the Commission voted unanimously to extend ,
the boundaries to include all Federal Street addresses down to Boston
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Street. Ms. King was thanked for her interest and enthusiasm.
National Register of Historic Places--continued .
17 Bayant Street. Next, Carolyn Tolles and Joyce King of Historic
Salem, Inc. and Dr. Mary Jane Phillips Matz presented information in
the interests of a National Register nomination for 17 Bryant Street. Their
extensive research described both the architectural history of the house and
the important role in the abolition movement played by those associated
with the house. r Dr. Matz has.-expressed interest in the purchase of the
property which is currently open and empty on the first floor with tenants
above. Mr. Savickey will speak with the owner, George Maguire, about
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securing the building. With regard to a possible National Register nomination,
• Mrs. Wheaton explained that the Massachusetts Historical Commission will r
only consider a building set in an area which has been adequately surveyed..
She explained that since Mrs. Tolles has reported that HSI is finalizing
inventory for that section of North Salem, this means that the 17 Bryant
Street research could be included with that inventory accompanied by
a letter from the Commission arguing that Massachusetts Historical consider
it for the National Register. From that process, formal nomination could
proceed. The Commission voted to send such a letter when the inventory
packet is complete and praised Mesdames Tolles and King and Dr. Matz for .
excellent study of this building.
19 North Street. Gary Sackrider joined the Commission to discuss
alternatives to proposed demolition of the carriage house to the rear of
his property under renovation at 19 North Street. He explained that the
main building will hold 3 units, one 2-bedroom apartment and one 1-bedroom
apartment and lav offices, and that his variance and personal preference
is for 10 parking places to serve these units. Options for retaining the
carriage house would have to take these parking requirements into consideration.
Various options were explored including moving the carriage house to the
rear-northern section of the lot, using the interior of same for parking,
and alternative parking in the area. Mambers will meet at the site on
Saturday. February 9 at 1Os30 a.m. to inspect the condition of the building
and to discuss the economics of renovation and reuse. Mr. Wolfson thanked
Mr. Sackrider for his cooperation with the Commission in the interest of
saving this structure. 4
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Elizabeth B, Wheaton
Clerk of Commission
• Salem Historical Commission Minutes of Meeting March 5, 1980
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The Salem Historical Commission met briefly without quorum on Wednesday,
March 5, 1980, 7130 p.m. , One Salem Green. Present were Messrs. Cook, Lippman,
and Wolfson. Also attending were Rita Pitcoff and Lawrence LeBoeuf. The
meeting was called to order by Chairman Jacob Wolfson.
Communications, Meetings, and Other Business
Greenlawn Cemetery. Rita Pitco£.° was present to speak on the situation
at Greenlawn Cemetery where historic and aesthetic aspects are threatened due to
the lack of city ability in maintenance. Mr. Wolfson agreed to speak to
City Engineer Anthony Fletcher about the situation there and to inquire.of
Massachusetts Historical Commission regarding possible National Register
nomination if Firs. Pitcoff would provide him with a copy of the research on
this site. \
Local District Operation -�
Lawrence LeBoeuf's application for a sign at 131 Aprby Street could not
be acted upon due to the unexpected lack of quorum. Mr. Wolfson apologized
to Mr. LeBoeuf for the inconvenience and promised to reschedule a meeting
promptly to consider the application.
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Respectfully submitted,
Elizabeth B. Wheaton as reported by Jacob Wolfson
Clerk of Commission
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Salem Historical Commission Minutes of Meeting March 12, 1980
The Salem Historical Commission met on Wednesday, March 12,1980
for its regular meeting postponed from March 5 when there weas no quorum,
at 7:30 p.m., One ,Salem Green. Present were Messrs. Guethlen, Le.hikainen,
Savickey, and !Wolfson and Mrs. Wheaton. Also attending was Lawrence LeBoeuf.
Local Listrict Oueration
Lawrence LeBoeuf was present to present plans for a sign to hang from
a wrought iron bracket on the north-west corner of his building at 131 Derby
Street, sign to be 3 x 22' of plywood as per diagram with off-white background
and Tutor brown trim and lettering. Mr. LeBoeuf also sought approval for
siding removal and painting part of the structure in Benjamin Moore oil-based
Navoaho White with Tutor Brown trim. The three-part motion was made to
waive public hearing, approve the application with the specification that
Salem Redevelopment Authority regulation s for height from the street* be
followed and define the abutters to be 127, 132-134, 135, and 137 Derby Street
and was approved unanimously.
Repsectfully submitted,
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Flizabath B. Wheaton
Clerk of Commission
* Note: These specify a minimum of 8' from the bottom of the sign to the
sidewalk.
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Salem Historical Commission Minutes of Meeting April 2, 1980
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The Salem Historical Commission met for its regular monthly meeting
on Wednesday, April 2, 1980, 7:30 p.m. , One Salem Green. Present were
Messrs. Carr, Guethlen, and Wolfson and Ms. Harris and PIrs. Wheaton.
Also attending were Allison Crump, Mrs. Henry Theriault and Mrs. Freda
Hunt regarding 143 Derby Street, and Alan Mianulli and Karen Moore
regarding 129 Fssex Street. The meeting was called to order by Chairman
Jacob Wolfson.
Local District Operation
The Commission first considered the application of Henry Theriault
for a sign at 143 Diarby Street. Phe application called for a 3161° x3'0" `
composition wood board sign with charcoal brown background, gold letters
to hang by iron bracket from the second story. Mrs. Henry Theriault,
accompanied by Mrs. Freda Hunt, was present to answer questions. In
questioning from the Commission, Ms. Harris inquired about the proposed
height of the sign suggesting that. the height would be above the pedestrian
level. Mrs. Theriault expressed concern about the problem of theft explaining
that the previous sign had been stolen and also mentioned the height of other .
signs on Derby Street. One-way screws were suggested as an option. The
Commission voted to take the application under advisement for a decision
on Saturday, April 5v 1980 when Ms. Harris and Messrs. Guethlen, Lahikainen,
Lippman, and Savickey will meet at the site at 10:00 a.m. with Mr. Theriault
' to consider both the street and vandalism issues. Mrs. Theriault will
inquire about the possibility of a bracket to go on the over-hang between.
the first and second floors. Waiver forms accompanied the application.
The application of Amy C. Burbott and Kathleen A. Karydis for roofing
at 8 Carpenter was approved unanimously by the 3-part motion as submitted
for,Timberline asphalt shingles of a dark grey or black color with the
recommendation that Bird Architect 70's be considered and the cacti-n that
shingles not be varigated. Waiver forms accompanied the application.
The next application called for a picket gate at the end of the parking
area at 28 Chestnut Street, property of William C. and Elizabeth B. Wheaton,
gate enclosing hedge opening to be painted white or black (house trim colors)
or grey (house color). The 3-part motion approved the application; waiver
forms accompanied same.
National Register of Historic Places
Gideon-Tucker House. The Commission next met with Alan Mianulli, President
and Artist Director for The Magus Center for the Performing and Fine Arts,
i and Karen Moore, architect for restoration and construction at the Magus
site, the Gideon-Tucker House, 129 Essex Street. The Commission met with.
Mr. Mianulli and Ms. Moore to discuss their proposal for Fiscal 181
Massachusetts Historical Commission Grant-In-Aid funding. Architectural.
plans were reviewed showing plans to restore the exterior of the Gideon-Tucker
4 • House and construct a 400 seat theater to the rear with an entry on Esse--.t
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Street. Mr. Mianulli explained that the building is owned outright by
Magus at this time and that they anticipate a late 181 occupancy date
for this educationalt fine and performing arts center. Interior 'spaces
will be minimally disturbed, and the new entrance will be sympathetic to
McIntire designs for barns, carriage houses. The Commission agreed to
send a most enthusiastic letter of support for the grant application.
Local District Operation—continued
Mr. Wolfson reported relative to the VFW suit against the Commission
decision on demolition at 2 Slaney Street that a meeting with the VFW,
Witch City Post #1524p had been ordered by the court. Mr. Wolfson delegated
Messrs. Carr and Cook, with Ms. Harris as alternate, to meet with City
Solicitor William Tinti and the VFW. Thor Lauritsen, developer, is
apparently still interested in the building; Mr. Wolfson will relay this
interest to Mr. Tinti.
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Chestnut Street District Expansion. Mr. Wolfson reported his
conversations with City Councillor Frances Grace and Francis Murphy
regarding possible inclusion of his property at 85 Federal Street, said i.
• property having been dropped from the Federal Street Area district. Mr.
Murphy remains uninterested. Judith King will help finish inventory.
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Officers. Vote on officers will be delayed until May meeting in
hopes that more members will be present. Mr. Wolfson expressed his interest
in serving another term.
Communications. Dtaetings, and Other Business
Greenlawn Cemetery, Mr. Carr reported on his attendance at the
neighborhood meeting concerning Greenlawn Cemetary and reported that
a watchdog organization, Friends of Greenlawn, is in the planning stage.
Mr. Carr also spoke of the landscape and botanical significance of this site.
Organizational and Policy—continued
Recognition Certificate. Members again discussed the desirability of
instituting a Recognition Certificate:
Respectfully submitted,
Elizabeth B. Wheaton
L Clerk of Commission
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Salem Historical Commission. Minutes of Meeting May 7, 1980
The Salem Historical Commission met for tis regular monthly meeting
on Wednesday, May 7, 1980, 7:30 p.m., One Salem Green. Attending were
Messrs. Carr, Cook, Guethlen, Lippman, and Wolfson, Ms. Harris, and Mrs.
Wheaton. Allison Crump, Philip._Borune, Margaret and Richard Bowens, and '
Eleanor Meadowcroft also attended. The meeting was called to order by
Chairman Jacob Wolfson.
Local District Operation
The Commission first reviewed the application of Philip and M.E. Bourne, /vx
Chestnut Street, and Sylvia and Mary Vaughan, .? Chestnut Street, for
painting at those addresses. Mr. Bourne was present to submit their
color choice .of Sherwin Williams Sunshine Yellow body with white doorway,
window, .corner, and baseboard trim and dark green blinds and doors. The
three-part motion was approved unanimously. Waivor forms were submitted.
The application of Leona Leon for painting at Backford Street was
next on the agenda, the application caliing for green shingle upper stories.
with yellow-gold clapboard first floor and trim. In discussion, members
expressed interest in exploring other options for the buildbg which might
be more successful than the color choices presented and agreed unanimously
to deny the application as submitted and appoint Mr. Carr and Ms. Harris and
• tis. Crump to meet with Ms. Leon to develop an alternative color scheme.
A revised application will be submitted at a special Commission meeting on
Wednesday, May 14, 7:30 p.m. , One Salem Green.*
Mrs. Wheaton alerted the Commission to possible forthcoming urgent
request for approval-for roofing at 91-93 federal Street, property of
Lance Colby and Jean Colby Arlander. The Commission voted unanimously in
advance to approve dark gray-or blackrasphalt with the three-part motion.
Mr. Guethlen informed the Commission of a violation at 25z27—Federal
Street in the form of a dormer constructed without Certificate. The
Commission voted to send the standard violator's form letter and asked
Mrs. Wheaton to speak to the Building Inspector to alert him to the .
possibility that the new construction was to accomodate an increase in
allowed density.
..Local Districts
Chestnut Street District Eppnsion. Richard and Margaret Bowens were
present to submit a petition from, owners on North Pine Street to have their
properties included in the proposal for an expanded Chestnut Street district.
The Commission was enthusiastic and voted unanimously to include North Pine
as well as six properties on Fowler Street (Ps 179 19, 21, 20, and 24 and
lot 90)-in the district proposal. Mr. Bowen will petition Fowler Street
owners and agreed to assist with inventory there if necessary.
• National Register of Historic Places
Grant-In-Aid Fiscal 181. The Commission next heard from Eleanor
I4sadowcroft who described her Grant-In-Aid application for roofing, skylight,
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and window repair at 25 Flint Street. Clerk will send endorsing letter to °
the Massachusetts Historical Commission.
Later in the meeting endorsing letters were also approved for two
applications from the Essex Institute, one for a match of $41,075. for
slate-roof, balastrade repair, -and chimney repointing at the Andrew-Safford
House, 13 Washington Square West.and one for a match of $60,680. for
exterior surface restoration, fire alarm, and handicapped access at the
Main Complex, 132-134 Essex Street.
Ms. Crump also alerted the Commission to Massachusetts Historical r
Commission Grants Manager Lee Gurney's view that the application of the
Magus Center for funding would be reviewed more favorably if a co-sponsor
or co-grantee were named, this due to the lack of a sufficient history of
administrative and financial stability of the newly established Magus group. a .
Since funds have been granted to Magus through the Salem Redevelopment
Authority, it was suggested that the Commission solicite their interest
in position of co-grantee. Mrs. Wheaton will speak with Magus director
Alan=Mianulli -to gain his_ support and follow with letters to the SRA,
Mayor Levesque, and the Massachusetts Historical Commission.
Herbert-Union Street Suit. Mr. Wolfson reported that the suit
against the Appeals Board by Herbert and Union Street residents had resulted
• in a reversal of the Appeals Board decision before ;any testimony from the
Commission was entered in the case.
Local District Operation—continued
Mr. Wolfson reported on the court mandated meeting regarding 2 Blaney Street
between the Commission and VFW Witch City-Post-1524, attended by Messrs. Carr,
Cook, and Wolfson with two representatives from the VFW, including Lucien
Morin, and VFW attorney Philip Moran and Assistant City Solicitor 14illiam
Quinn. The overall impression of Commission members attending was that the_ .
meeting had not been particularly fruitful although it had revealed that
the VFW is considering withdrawing its appeal due to costs. Some discussion
also took place regarding the possibility of the VFW selling the building
and seeking a more suitable Salem location. Mr. Wolfson will pursue same
with Andrew Inness of the Planning Department.
Mr. Carr alerted the Commission to a violation of approved chimney
height at 12 River Street. A motion to seek compliance was withdrawn without
a second.
Organizational and Policy
Officers. Mr. Wolfson expressed his interest in continuing as chairman_
and was nominated by Mr. Lippman. Mr. Carr's nomination as chairman by Mr.
Arkin was withdrawn, and Mr. Cook nominated Mr. Wolfson as chairman and
Mr. Carr as vice-chairman. The vote on Mr. Cook's motion was unanimous.
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Respectfully submitted,
Elizabeth B. Wheaton
Clerk of Commission
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Salem Historical Commission Minutes of Meeting May 15, 1980 .`
The Salem Historical Commission met for a special meeting on Thursday,
May 21, 19800 7130 p.m. , One Salem Green. Attending were Messrs. Cook, Lahikainen,
and Lippman, Ms., Harris, and Mrs. Wheaton.
Local District Operation .
The meeting was called to review recommendations for color for.3 Beckford
Street made by Ms. Harris and Allison Crump after meeting at the site with
owner Leona Leon. Ms. Harris explained that Ms. Leon. having realized that
the baked enamel storm windows would have to remain white,,now preferred
white trim with a very dark green shade for the upper stories and white for
the first floor. Ms. Harris and Ms. Crump found white for the first floor
unacceptable:due to the lack of definition of trim so afforded. They agreed,
unenthusiastically, to Ms. Leon's second choice of all green body with white
trim but with a brighter shade, of green to be used. Other options were •
-explored which the Commission felt would be more successful with the following
recommendations to be conveyed by Mrs. Wheaton to Ms. Leone 1 White body for
the first floor unacceptable, 2. Body green with white trim acceptable
butless desirable than other options and green to be mixed to match Benjamin
Moore Lafayette Green, 3. Other options of Lafayette Green for upper stories
and Old Salem Gray, Hancock Gray, or Georgian Green (third choice) for first
floor and white trim, 4.- Or option of Glouchester Sage for upper stories and
Old Salem Gray for first floor with white trim, 5. Oil—based -paint recommended.
Certificate as above to be issued with the Commission determining that the
changes from the original application not substantial enough torequire
renotification of abutters.
In discussion that followed on the difficulties involved in color
choices, Mr. Cook mentioned a painting firm in Beverly, Accent Paints, that
specializes in historic blends, and it was agreed that Mr. Cook should invite
them to make a presentation to the Commission at a forthcomming meeting, -
Respectfully submitted,
Flizabeth B. Flheaton
Clork of Commission
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Salem Historical Commission Minutes of Meeting May 21, 1980
The Salem Historical Commission met for a special meeting on
Wednesday, ,May 21, 1980, 7130 p.m. , One Salem Green. Attending were
Messrs. Cook, Lahikainen, Lippman, and Wolfson and:hfrs. Wheaton..
Philip Bourne also attended. The meeting was called to order by Chairman
Jacob Wolfson.
Local_Aistrict Operation
The first item on the agenda was the reconsideration of color
Options for 3 Beckford Street. Leona Leon, owner of the property, had
presented two alternatives to the Commission through Mrs. Wheaton. The
Commission unanimously.approved the choice of paint mixed to match
either Penjamin Moore Glouchester Sage I
for the body with Richmond Gray trim. ItYwas determined that changes .
were not substantial enough to require renotification of abutters:' i
The Commission next met with Philip Bourne to reconsider color
options for his property at 5 Chestnut Street and the attached Chestnut
Street. Mr. Wolfson explained that the Certificate voted at the Commission's
meeting of May 7, 1980 stands as approved but that the Commission had
asked Mr. Bourne to meet with them again simply to explore the idea of
other choices which had not been discussed at the May a meeting. Mr.
Wolfson explained that after meeting with Mr. Bourne at that time, a
number of members had expressed strong reservations about the choice of
a bright yellow for that location. Mr. Wolfson, Mr. Cook, and Mrs. Wheaton
described the Commission's view that a bright yellow might not blend
with the dignity, stately, and subtle quality suggested by the grays,
brick, and other tones prominent on the rest of Chestnut Street and
might serve to break this section of thestreet, already separated by
Cambridge Street and its own smaller scale, from the continuity of the ,
rest of the street. Mr. Bourne explained his choice of the yellow was `
made after much and careful consideration with the goal of. giving some
sparkle to that rather dull end of the street and of drawing the eye from
the old filling station across from the end of the street.
spoke of
the historical appropriateness of the color and mentioned the edesirability
Of using a stock color. He also spoke of his own and the Vaughan's, owners
of 7 Chestnut, very strong interest in use of this shade of yellow as well
as his feeling that when combined with new tree plantings there, the effect
would be most attractive. The Commission thanked Mr. Bourne for his most
gracious cooperation and participation in this discussion.,
Clerk alerted the Commission to fence construction violation reported
at 15; River Street. Mr. Wolfson will call the owner.
Mr. Wolfson reported that he spoke with City Planner Gregory Senko
regarding 2 Blaney Street and that Mr. Senko will work with City Solicitor
William Tinti to explore the possibility of the planning Department
seeking a new site for the. VFr! 'ditch City Post # 1524, owners of 2 Hianey. ,
Respectfully submitted,
Elizabeth B Wheaato,nJ`
CIrk of Commiss;-nn
Salem Historical Commission Minutes of Meeting June 4, 1980
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The Salem Historical Commission met for its regular monthly meeting
on Wednesday, June 4, 1980, 7:30 P.m., One Salem Green. Present were
Messrs. Cook, Guethlen, Lahikainen, Lippman, and Wolfson and Mrs. Wheaton.
Also attending were Allison Crump and Elyse Coton of Windmills. The
meeting was called to order by Chairman Jacob Wolfson.
Local District Operation
The Commission first considered the application of Lance Colby
Arlander and Jean Colby Arlander to replace existing asphalt roof with
Bird, Mark 25 asphalt shingles, Sable Black or Ascot Gray (preferred) ,r
and to replace 6 Victorian 2 x 2 windows on first floor with 6 Georgian
period reproduction oak, 12 x 12 light windows, sash thickness 1", muntin
thickness, 11-,", light size approximately 6" x 8" and to replace 7
Victorian 2 x 2 windows on the second floor with 7 reproduction, 8 x 12 ;.
light windows, other specifications as per above, this work to be done at
their property at 91-93 Federal Street. After some discussion of the
general desirability of black roofing in the historic districts and the
lack of significant cooling effect of lighter roofing in this climate as
reported by the Energy Bank, the motion to approve Sable HLack and deny
the Ascot Gray was approved by a vote of 4 to 1, Messrs. Cook, Guethlen,
Lahikainen, and Wolfson in favor, Mr. Lippman opposed. The section of the
application pertaining to the windows was approved unanimously by the
• 3-part motion, pending notification of abutters.
Mr Wolfson next reported on the status of, the incorrectly installed
windows at 106 Derby Street. Andrew Inness of the Planning Department has
assured Mr. Wolfson that funds are available to redo the window, and Richard
Savickey has made arrangements with Naumksag Lumber to do the job. Mr.
Wolfson- said. that_Mr. Savickey. will_ follow through with contacting Deborah
Butcher, owner of the property.
Mr. Gue.thlen questioned whether the work at the No Name Pub, 110-112
Ds rby Street, was proceding according to Certificate. Mrs. Wheaton will
review the certificate.
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The Commission next met with Elyse-,Coton of Windmills, The Energy Store,
relative generally to products available there and their appropriateness for
historic districts ands specifically to installation of solar panels at
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115 Federal Street, property of Samuel and J. Lukens. Ms. Coton mentioned
that Windmills sells a winds range of energy conserving items including
interior storm windows, solar energy devices, windmills. Mr. Wolfson
explained the areas of the Commission's jurisdiction; Mrs. Wheaton will
provide informational materials to Windmills. Previewing Mr. Luken's
applications-Ms. Coton related that the panels are to be installed on the
shed roof area at the end of the building. An application will be `
forthcoming, and the Commission voted unanimously that when such application
comes before the Commission, the number constituting a quorum will be increased
•' to six.
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Local Districts_
Chestnut Street Historic District Fxoansion. Relative to the
Chestnut Street district expansion, the Commission voted that the
proposed ordinance in the Preliminary Report will delete all exceptions
listed under items 2 and 3 in-the Salem Historical Commission ordinance,
section 6 excepting antennae and window air conditioners, that is to
delete the-exemption of: torraces, walks, driveways, sidewalks, and
similar structures or any one or more of them, provided, that any
structure is substantially at grade level and storm doors, and windows,
screens, lighting fixtures, and similar appurtenances or any one or
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Respectfully submitted,
_Flizath B. Wheaton
Clerk of Commission
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Salem Historical Commission Minutes of Mseting June 26, 1980
The Salem, Historical Commission met for a special meeting on
Thursday, June 26, 1980, 8too p.m. , One Salem Green. Attending.were
Msssrs. Cook, Guethlent and Wolfson and Ms. Harris. al,
The.-Commission- sot to review 'the application of Ann Knight for
four foot spindle picket fence with gate and to be painted white at
1 River Street. The application was approved unanimously with the recommendations_,,,
that the top x 4 be hip shaped for water run=off and possibly be trimmed
on the street side. The three—partmotion was amended such that abutters
were determined not to include 12 River Street. Waivor forms accompanied
the application.
Respectfully submitted,
FlizaboM B. Wheaton {
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Salem Historical Commission Minutes of Meeting July 20 1980
The Salem Historical Commission met for its regular meeting on
Wednesday, July 2, 1980, 7s30 p.m., One Salem Green. Present were s
Msssrs.:IGuethlen, Lippman, and Wolfson, Ms. Harris, and Mrs. Wheaton.
Also attending was Allison Crump. The meeting was called to order by •
Chairman.dacob Wolfson.
Local District Operation
The Commission first considered the application of Anna Fismund
for painting at ,6�DRrb Street, body paint to be in Tru-Test Exterior
Latex Paint HPX 16 Quaker Brown, trim in California Exterior Latex
House Paint H-82 Document White, ;and doors in California Fxterior Latex
Gloss and Trim Paint T-27 Chestnut Brown. In discussion, the Commission
questioned the use of latex paint, particularly if the surface was .
clapboard. Mrs. Wheaton was instructed to inquire of Mr. Oscar Begin,
painter for the job who submitted the color choices, the reasons behind
the choice- of latex, advising oil unless surface conditions warrant
latex and to recommend gloss finish for wear and appearance. The
application was approved by the three-part motion pending notification
of abutters.
• Painting without Certificate at 135 Derby Street, property of Thaddeus
G. Wlodyka, was next on the agenda, painting colors, green body with black
trim. The Commission determined that the owner should be required to
complete and submit an application with waivor forms. Members will
inspect the site and be in touch with Mrs. Wheaton should they feel the
color choices are unacceptable. Mr. Savickey will speak with Mr. .
4llodyka, and a letter will accompany the Certificate advising Mr.
Wlodyka:_of the.necessity,of filing applications in advance of beginning
work to avoid possible delays and costly adjustments in the work already
completed. The standard definition of abutters was accepted. ,
Mr. Wolfson mentioned that he had been alerted to window breaking
at 2 Blanes Street.- and had called the police department to inform
them of the situation. He will also be in touch with the Building
Inspector regarding this problem.
Local Districts
Chestnut Street District Expansion. Preliminary Report will be
prepared by July 15.
Communications, Msetinas• and Other Business
Public Information Pamphlet. Concerned that the Commission's
budget for 1980-1981 does not provide additional funds for the Commission's
planned informational pamphlet, the Commission considered several possible
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alternative sources of funds and services. Mrs. Wheaton will check on
expense budget, and Mr. Wolfson will speak to Mayor Levesque about
maps or other aid from City departments and to James O'Shea of the r
Chamber of Commerce. The Commission voted to send a letter to Historic _
Salem, Inc. requesting funding assistance in the amount of $250. Messrs.
Wolfson and_Guethlen will present this request at the next HSI board meeting.
Respectfully submitted,
Elizabeth B. Wheaton
Clerk of Commission
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Salem Historical Commission Minutes of Meeting August 5, 1980
The Salem Historical Commission met for its regular meeting on
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Tuesday, August 5, 1980, 7:30 p.m. , One Salem Green. Present were Messrs.
Carr, Cook, Lahikainen, Lippman, and Wolfson and Ms. Harris and Mrs. Wheaton.
Also attending were Kenneth Lindauer and Lanie Finbury. The meeting was
called to order by Chairman Jacob Wolfson.
Local Districts
Chestnut Street District Expansion. As its first item of business, the
Commission reviewed plans for the public hearing to follow no sooner than sixty
days after the July 18, 21 submission of the preliminary report. October 1
was chosen as a tentative date with street captains meeting with Messrs. Carr
and Wolfson and others interested prior to that date. Mr. Carr will make
arrangements for two dates at Hamilton Hall, one for October 1 and one for
shortly after Labor Day, September 1, for street captains; he will contact
street captains directly by phone regardina the latter. Additional street
captains suggested were William Swartzbaugh for Flint Street, Barry and
Melinda Zitin for Essex Street, Rose for Essex Street, Richard and Margaret',
Bower for North.Pine. .and Fowler Streets, and Judith King and Glenn Yale for
Federal Street.
Organizational and Policy
Members. Mrs. Wheaton announced Mr. Arkin's decision to resign from
the Commission due to sale of Salem address. She expressed Mr. Arkin's
regret and noted that a formal letter of resignation will follow. Possible
replacements mentioned for the alternate seat to be vacated when either Mr.
Guethlen or Lippman moves to regular membership includeds William Burns and
Oscar Padjen, previously nominated, and several members of the business .
community including bookseller Robert Murphy and Mr. Theriault from Bernard's
Jewelers. Criteria determined to be important includeds age, native to Salem,
and link to business community. Members will consider possible nominees for
the next meeting.
Communications. Meetings and Other Business
14 L.ynde Street. Mr. Wolfson next introduced Kenneth Lindauer who,
accompanied by Lanie Finbury, came before the Commission seeking approval
for facade elevations for 14 Lynde Street as per the stipulation of the
Board of Appeals in granting parking and use variances for that site. It
was noted that the Salem Redevelopment Authority will purchase a $109000.
facade easement for the building. The Commission was impressed with the
substantial improvement planned for the building which will accomodate
eight professional offices and one apartment'and voted unanimously to
approve the plans date 6/20/80 of Childs Bertman Tseckares and Casendino,
Inc. and filed with the Commission. Letter to the Board of Appeals will
thank them for calling on the Commission, copy to go to Mr. Lindauer.
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Local District Operation V
In local district operation, the Commission reviewed the application
Of Ralph and Pauline Hurder for painting in Benjamin Moore oil-based Sandrift t
body with white trim at 28 Bsckford Street, Mrs. Wheaton explained that CC
two abutters, Nathalie Thomas at 2 Andover and Jodi Nsal or the new owner L ,
at 26 Beckford, were not available in Salem for abutter notification but
that Mrs. Hurder had obtained signatures from the two other abutters. Given
this contingency, the Commission voted an amended three-part motion to waive
public hearing, approve the application, and define abutters to include only
2 River and 30-32 Beckford, thus excluding 2 Andover and 26 Beckford.
In the matter of 22 Kosciusko Street, Mr. Wolfson explained that the f
burned structure there had been demolished as a safety hazard by order of :<
the Building Inspector, Robert Gauthier, on July 19. The Commission was
not contacted by the Building Inspector but petitioned for assistance by
the owner, W. David Crosby, as the demolition was in progress. In response
to Mr. Crosby's request, .Mr. Wolfson went to the site and explained Chapter
40 C regulations to Mr. Gauthier who explained that he understood 40 C but
had met with Mayor Levesque, City Solicitor William Tinti, and City Planner
Gregory Senko who requested he handle the unsafe situation there. Mr.
Gauthier added that he felt the situation should be resolved and that he
would not call the Commission. Members were uncertain whether in cases when
• a building is declared unfit, a certificate for demolition must still be
issued by the Commission. Even if it must not, members felt it would seem
appropriate for the Commission to be notified by the Building Inspector
when demolition in a district is considered. Mr. Wolfson will speak to Mr.
Tinti about the issue and request he convey the Commission's view to Mr.
Gauthier.
Local Districts--continued
Mr. Wolfson mentioned there is some suggestion that the Board of the
VF.J, owners of 2 Blaney Street, may be more agreeable to solutions other
than demolition there. Mr. Wolfson will speak to Mr. Senko about alternative
sites and developer Thor Lauritsen suggesting he approach the VFW again.
National Register of Historic Places
Grant-In-Aid, Fiscal '81. Mrs. Wheaton reported Massachusetts Historical
Commission notification that the Magus application for Grant-In-Aid, fiscal 181
has been selected to make final application and the Essex Instituteapplication
for the main complex and the Andrew Safford House has been selected'as an
alternate applicant. Mrs. 4heaton noted that apparently Magus has faced financial'
problems and will relinquish the Gideon-Tucker House but that the Salem Redevelop-
ment Authority, at this point, has agrord to sponsor the application alone until_
ownership of the building is resolved.
• Respectfully submitted, ,`.'
Elizabeth B. Wheaton
Clerk of Commission
SalFm Historical Commission Minutes of Meeting September 3, 1980
The Salem Historical Commission met for its regular meeting on
Wednesday, September 3, 1980, 7:30 p.m. , One Salem Green. Attending .
were I,rssrs. Carr, Cook, Lahikainen, and Wolfson; Ms. Harris; and Mrs, v
Wheaton. Also attending were Building Inspector Robert Gauthier and
Kenneth Lindaurr. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Jacob
Wolfson.
Con-murications Ms!etings and Other Business N
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Robert Gauthier Buildin.> Ins .ctor. DI r. Wolfson introduced Robert
Gauthier who was present to discuss ommission policies in gf'nF,rai as
well as the future of number of specific buildings. Mr. Gauthier explained
that he. faces numerous demolition requests and would be interested to know how
the Commission determines what is "historic." Members pointed out the importance
of history, use, architecture, and streetscape in assessing the value of a
building. Mr. Gautheir also mentioned the problems of accomodating homeowners
who arrive at his office anxious to begin work immediately. The Commission
explained that Mrs. Wheaton should be contacted immediately and that plans
for special Commission attention to the matter can then be set in motion at
once with little delay to the property owner. The problem of updating maps
at the Building Inspector's Office will be handled by Mrs. Wheaton with
. brochures to be available there once these are published. In response to
Mr. Carr's request, Mr. Gauthier suggested that he might be willing to act
as notifying agent for the City in difficult cases when work is begun without
Certificate but no building permit required. The feeling was that the
authority of the Building Inspector is well-respected in the City and property
owners might be more responsive to a directive from the Commission through
him than directly from the Commission.
With regard to specific buildings, Mr. Gauthier expressed concern about
the future of the out-buildings at the Sheriff's House on St. Peter Street
and the ,three buildings at 2 Slaney Street and adjacent lots. The sheds and r
barn at thr Sheriff's House are apparently in extremely poor structural
condition and of uncertain historical value, except for the center barn which
Mr. Gauthier would like to save. Mr. Gauthier plans a meeting with the VFW,
owners of 2 Blaney Street, with hopes of exploring alternatives for that
building. He questioned whether the Commission would oppose new construction
on that site, to which members replied that a new building of appropriate
scale, size, and materials would probably be acceptable. The Commission expressed
strong feelings about saving the Mackey building behind 2 Blaney, with less
interest in the third building in the group there. These sites will be toured
by Mr. Gauthier and the Commission on Tuesday, September 16, 6:00 p.m. to
make further assessments as to their future.
Mr. Gauthier also updated the Commission regarding 22 Kosciusko Street
explaining that demolition was completed immediately following the Board of
Survey order to avoid lengthy delay which would result from an impending y
suit being filed by the owner, W. David Crosby. He. noted that the building in
question had suffered the effects of five fires wrlth considerable attendant
costs to tha City.
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• Mr. Wolfson inquired about the status of the Bowditch House, 9 North
Street, which Mr. Guathier explained would wither be sold or leased as a
consequence of Park Dkpartment relocation on Broad Street with the Recreation
Department. In either case, no exterior changes would be permitted with
future design review control being delegated to the Commission as a condition
of any sale. Mr. Gauthier noted that the sale of the land and Bullfinch
building at the Villows would also be conditional on preserving that building;
Mr. Carr suggested that the same arrangement of Commission design review by
restrictive covenant might be applied them as well.
Mr. Wolfson thanked Mr. Gauthier for meeting with the Commission and
urged continuing communication between his department and the Commission. 1 ,I
14 Lunde Sti-eet. Mr. Kenneth Lindauer was present to request an
Additional copy with notarized signature of the letter to the Board of g
Appeal. relative to the property he is acquiring at 14 Lynde. Street, voted z
at the Commission's August meeting. It was agreed that Mrs. Wheaton would GI
bring same to Mr. Lindauer's office for notatizing her signature the following l
morning.
Local Districts
Chestnut Street Historic District Fxpansion. Mr. Wolfson introduced a
letter from the Massachusetts Historical Commission approving the- proposed
expansion and merger of the Chestnut Street and Federal Street Area ristoric
Districts. The letter contained two recommendations: 1) to include numbers
10-28 Hathorne Street and 2) to exclude 405A-415 Fssex Street. Mrs. Wheaton
explained their rationale for the Hathorne Street additions was to complete
the visual picture coming out of;Orne Sqare and returning to Broad Street;
the Fssex Street exclusions represented a view that as altered commercial
structures facing out from the district, these buildings were not part of
the essence of this residential area. The Commission voted to accept the
first recommendation, rejecting the second on the grounds that 1) though
these buildings do not face into the district, they act as the entry to the
area and the environs of the important statue honoring Joseph Choate and,
as such, should be protected from future development which might detract from '^
both the district and the statue;2) the firehouse, specifically, represents
a valuable piece of early twentieth century architecture, believed to be
the work of John Matthew Gray, architect of the Salem Police,Headquarters,
and deserving of protection of design review especially should it ever be
sold to a private developer; and 3) the opportunity for design review could
be quite important in influencing the nature of the new construction currently
in planning for the lot at 411-413 Fssex Street. Clerk will write to M.H.C.
to thank them for their careful attention to the proposal and explain the
Commission's position on their recommendations.
Also relative to 411-413 Fssex Street, the Commission voted to write to
the Board of Appeal proposing Commission review of facade plans for the
construction planned there and before that Board seeking exemption from
specific density regulations.
Plans for the street captain meeting on September 9 and the public
hearing on October 1 were reviewed. Mrs. Wheaton will prepare informational
packets for street captains, and hr. Wolfson will speak to `lard Councillors
Grace and Lovely to invite them to the hearing and solicite their support.
Communications N-eting, and Other Business--continued
Mrs. Wheaton questioned whether the Commission would be interested in
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co"sponsoring an old house energy clinic with Historic Salem, Inc. this
fall, ➢`.embers agreed to co-sponsor but did not individually feel they '
could contribute much time to the program preparation. '
Organizational and Policy
Npmbers. Mr. Wolfson read Mr. Arkin's official letter of resignation,
and members expressed regret at his resignation. New members in'whom the .
Commission were interested included Peter Zaharis (first choice) , George
Sawtell, John Vanlyfll, and Messrs. 'lberiault and Follet. - All seem to satisfy !
the criteria of age, long-time Salem residency, and recognition. It was
agreed that Mr. Carr should.offer membership to Mr. Zaharis and, in later g
discussion, that should Tor. Zaharis decline, interest of the others in.
becoming part of a pool of ;candidates should be assessed by Mr. Wolfson
before any offer it made.- hembership to be offered .rill be that of `,alternate
with a policy established to fill membership positions from the alternate '
with sonority generally determining which alternate will assume full membership.
Under this policy, Andrew Lippman will assume full membership to fill VT.
Arkin's place.
Pamphlet. A brief work session on the pamphlet followed, with Mr.
Wolfson announcing com_mittment-of $250. from Historic Salem, Inca and a
• positive meeting with James 'O'Shea ?of the Chamber of Commerce possibly leading
to additional funding.
Respectfully submitted,
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Flizabeth B. Wheaton
Clerk of Commission
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Salem Historical Commission Public Hearing October 1, 1980
The Salem Historical Commission held a public hearing on the
Preliminary Report of the Commission recommending expansion and merger
of the Chestnut Street and Federal Street Area Historic Districts on
Wednesday, October 1, 1980, Hamilton Hall, 7:30 p.m. The meeting
was attended by approximately 80 individuals and was called to order
by Chairman Jacob Wolfson. Mr. Wolfson began the meeting by introducing
Commission members present, Yfssrs. Carr, Cook, Guethlen, Lahikairen, 2.11s.
Harris, and clerk Mrs. Wheaton, and then asked those in attendance to
review map and informational materials distributed to them. After this yt
period, Mr. Wolfson turned the meeting over to Vice-Chairman John Carr. ;
Mr. Carr described the existing boundaries of the Chestnut Street and
Federal Street Area districts and presented ai map of the proposed boundaries -n
for the expanded district. He also discussed the inventory procedure andt;�'z
process of submitting the preliminary and final reports before turning to
questions from the floor.
In response to questions from the floor, Mr. Carr explained that the
process of deleting an area from a district is the same as the process of
adding to a district and that though the Chestnut Street National Register
Historic District cotx rs much the same area, local and National Register
districts arc distinct with National Register providing protection from
federally funded alterations only and offering certain tax advantages.
Griffith Winthrop of 402 Fssex Street speaking as a, proponent
questioned why the commercial structures adjacent to his property were
excluded from the district and expressed concern over their influence
on the neighborhood. It was explained that use is a function of zoning
not historic districting and that the buildings in question are of little
historic value. Another question related to the exclusion of heavy
vehicles from Essex Street.
Gifford Scott, 342 Essex Street, speaking as a proponent questioned
the choice of name for the proposed district, recommending Historic
District West rather than the proposed Chestnut Street Area Historic District.
In response to other questions during this period, Mr. Carr delireated i
the area of Commission jurisdiction as exterior changes visible from the street.
He also; explained that Conmission membership follows recommendations of
Chapter 40C to include various areas of expertise as well as district
residents, that the Commission has not adopted a policy for alterations
made in conjunction with solar heating devices but will probably adopt
a case by case approach, and that in the case of noncompliance, a property
owner has the right of appeal.
Additional questions regarding proposed boundaries included questions
on the omission of commercial properties on Boston Street, Jerry's,
Murphy Funeral Home, Bridge Street, and areas of North Salem. Stanley -
Smith of 4 Pickering Street spoke from the floor on the appropriateness
of the boundaries as a reflection of the quality of architecture rather
than as designed to include areas ripe for change over which one would
like to have control. He expressed his view that the proposed boundaries
are both,thoughtful and useful from an architectural perspective noting '�
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that historic districts are not designed for usage control. fi
Mr. Carr continued to answer additional questions at this point
providing information on the procedure of final report and Council vote,
on Commission meeting dates as the first Wednesday of each month with
special meetings as necessary, on the differences between local and
National Register districts, on the procedure for obtaining;a Certificate , ~;
of Appropriateness which could involve only one application even in the
case of a new building, and on the Commission's history of one appeal r
and two denials for Certificates. %
William R. Burns, Jr. of 22 Beckford Street spoke as president
of Historic Salem, Inc. and resident of the Federal Street Area district. L
He noted that the HSI board voted unanimously in favor of the proposed
expansion and mentioned that he would like to see another name. In
defense of historic districting, he argued against those who would suggest
that, historic districting means you cannot make changes by listing the
numerous changes visible from the window of his house alone made in the
Federal Street Area district since it became effective in 1976. Districts,
he noted, allow•'change but assure that the essential character and stability
of the neighborhood is maintained.
At this point in the meeting, Mr. Wolfson called for statements
in support of or opposition to the. proposed district. He. asked that
proponents be. heard first and inquired if any City Councillors wishedl
to be. heard first. }�
Robert Healey, Councillor-at-Large and owner of 4 Federal Court, spoke f'
of the benefits of being in a district as outweighing the infringemr nt of
individual choice and of the inconvenience as not significant in contrast to
the benefits of control. He also spoke of the importance of Salem's architectural
resources in attracting tourist ;'dollars and the necessity of preserving
these resources.'
Stephen Lovely, Ward 3 Councillor, related that he would be available
for questions.
Joseph Centorino, Councillor-at-Large, spoke in favor of the proposed - - -
district anal of the concept of historic. districting generally and of his
perception of the Historical Commission as very reasonable. HP further
stated that he hopes homeowners understand the mwaning of districting and
asked that the Commission address the issue of overlap of the proposed
district and Heritage Plaza-West.
Others who spoke on thpl. proposal included, in support of the district:
Sally and Jon Sullivan, 343 Fssex Street.
Oscar Padjen, 27 Chestnut Street, who also spoke as President of the
Chestnut Street Associates stating that when that organization next meets
he. would ask for a vote supporting the proposal and will send notice of
such vote to the Commission.
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Griffith Winthrop, 402 Fssex Street, who also spoke of the fragility of
the district due to commercial developments that abut it.
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Cynthia Wiggin, librarian for the Salem Anthaneum, related that the
trustees there are in favor of the proposed district.
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Richard Thompson, 18 Summer Street.
Dorothea Leonard, 40 Warren Street. 1
A. Scott, 342 Fssex Street. x ^
Tennis Corbett, 28 Broad Street. '4
Fvelyn Blum, 330 Fssex Street.
Mr. Scott, 365 Fssex. Street, who also related his feeling that the
value of property in historic districts increases and urged proponents
to remain at the hearing to hear from opponents.
Barry Zitin, 373 Fssex Street, who urged a more general name for the
district than Chestnut Street Area Historic District.
• Gary Wuertz, 49 Summer Street.,. r
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t"oulton,- 39 Warren Street.
John Shirley, 354 Fssex Streetp who also questioned whether something `.
could be done about the traffic problem on Fssex Street once the district
is created.
Bill Sullivan, 9 Cambridge Street.
Roland Baker, 30 Broad Street.
Bill Cass, 16 Summer Street.
Robert Simpson, 178 Federal Street.
James Baldwin, 47 Warren Street.
Helen C. Bald-din, 47 Warren Street.
Peter Swartz, 37 Warren Street.
Judy Kearney, 11, Cambridge Street, who also spoke in favor for her husband.
. Richard and Margaret Bowen, 4 North Pine. Street. ti
Glen and Bale Yale, 153 Federal Street, who also spoke for Tom and Lucille
Henry, 151 Federal and 24ary Connolly, 157 Federal.
Kathryn Nielson, 51 Summer Street, who also spoke for her husband and
Raymond Jalbert, 57 Summer.
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Judy Cabot, 123 Federal Street. }
Christopher Hagger, 6 Carpenter Street.
Christine Sullivan, 22 Chestnut Street, who also spoke for her husband.
Lbn Rose, 400 Fssex Street, who also spoke for his wife.
Nancy Shirley, 354 Fssex Street.
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Deborah Owen, 11 Andover Street, who also suggested that the use of
Chestnut or Federal Street in the name gives an idea of where in the city R ,I
the district is located whereas a more general name would not have this / '•%
advantage.
Fdward Marrs, 5 Hamilton Street.
ronald Costin, 329 Fssex Street.
Ms. 'Vauahan, 7 Chestnut Street.
Catherine Ibnohue, 6 Cambridge Street.
• Helen Hamilton, 7 Lynn Street.
Barbara Clay, 21 Warren Street. .
Minerva Shreve, 8 Broad Street, who also spoke for her husband ano Mrs. .:
Francis Parker, 5 Botts Court.
Kathryn I-loulison, 17 Cambridge Street.
Prescott Wintersteen, 6 Broad Street.
Leonard Pe.rreault, 7„ 9, 11, 13 North Pine Street.
Anna Peabody, 181 Federal Street.
Beatrice Marchand, 6 Botts Court.
Fmery Warner, 178 Federal Street.
Judith King, 171 Federal Street, who also spoke for her husband.
Joyce Cook, 113 Federal Street.
O'Neil family, 19 Warren Street.
. Russ Weston, 391 Fssex Street.
Hinchey, 355 Fssex Street. a
Flizabeth Kennedy, 180 Federal Street.
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Individual from 19 Broad Street.
Mr. Wolfson then called for individuals opposed to the district proposal
to be heard. No statements in opposition were made. In response to a question �c,�'i
from the floor regarding Commission rulings which might indicate reason for
opposition, the clerk read from the annual -port for July 1, 1979 to {
June 30, .1980 showing 20 applications for Certificates of Appropriateness
approved and one application for a skylight denied.
Mr. Wolfson thanked those in attendance for their support for the
district and adjourned the meeting. -
After the meeting, clerk received additional stater-tents of support
including Mary L. Seward, 2 Griffin Place, and Fowler, Boston Street. i
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Respectfully submitted.
Flizabeth B. ldheaton
Clerk of Commission
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Salem Historical Commission Minutes of Meeting November 5, 1980
The Salem Historical Commission met for its regular meeting on
Wednesday, November 5, 1980, One Salem Greeny 700 p.m. Present were
Messrs. Lippman and..Wolfson, Ms. Harris, and Mrs. Wheaton. The meeting
was called to order by Mr. Wolfson who determined that lacking a quorum,
this would be a non-voting meeting. Several items wpm open{d for
discussion.
Local Districts
Chestnut Street Historic- District Fxoansion. Clerk was instructed
to proceed with ,final report for district to be. named, as per October 8
meeting, the McIntire Historic District. Mr. Lakainen by phone expressed
his support for said name. !-
Organizational and Policy r
NFmbers. Review of Chapter 40C indicated-the necessity of seeking
a nomination from the Board of Realtors before nominating Mr. Lippman to
fill Mr. Arkin°s vacated position. Clerk was so directed. Suggestions of
possible Associates who might be invited to attend a Commission meeting
included Bob Murphy, Rebecca Haskell, Russell Slam, and Steven Grvgory. It
was suggested that the Commission might write to these individuals explaining
the Commission's interest in broadening its membership and providing input
from an enlarged membership through the appointment of two associate members.
The Commission would say further that these individuals had been ,
recommended to the Commission and that the Commission would like to invite them,to a
meeting to explore the possibility of their assuming the associate-
position
ssociateposition either now or some time in the future.
Respectfully submitted, w rs
Flizabeth B. Wheaton
Clerk of Commission