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CLG ANNUAL REPORT FY 2013 FSI M ANNUAL REPORT v universal. www.myuniversalop.com phone:1-866-756-4676 UNV12113 MADE IN USA SALEM HISTORICAL COMMISSION ANNUAL REPORT JULY 1, 2012 - JUNE 30, 2013 The Salem Historical Commission is a volunteer board ofSalem residents appointed by the Mayor. The Commission's mission is to provide regulatory design review within Salem's./bur designated local historic districts. The Commission also provides community-wide historic preservation ; planning assistance by promoting historic preservation awareness and by commenting on projects u that may impact historic resources. Certificates Issued During the year July 1,2012 through June 30,2013,the Salem Historical Commission met 20 times (20 regular meetings) during which a quorum was present. In its capacity as Historic District Commission for 4 local districts,the Commission received 121 applications and filed a total of 121 certificates including: s e - 53 Certificates of Appropriateness; a - 0 Certificates of Hardship; r - 65 Certificates of Non-Applicability; - 2 Waivers of the Demolition Delay Ordinance; and - 1 Denial for Certificate of Appropriateness. Certificates issued are provided to the owner of the property, the City Clerk, and the Building Inspector, and are kept on file in the Department of Planning and Community Development according to address. A list of all Certificates issued can be found in the Certified Local Government Annual Report,which is on file at the Department of Planning and Community Development and the Massachusetts Historical Commission. Minutes of all meetings are also available at the Department of Planning and Community Development and on-line on the City's website www.salem.com. , Commission Members The Commission is regularly comprised of seven(7) regular members and two (2) alternate a, members. Chad Garner was appointed to the Commission by City Council on January 10,2013. ' Jane Turiel was appointed to the Commission, as an alternate member, by City Council on April s 25, 2013. As of June 30, 2012, there were no vacancies. - Grant Awards The City was awarded a $11,500 Massachusetts Historical Commission Survey and Planning Grant in March, 2012 for the update of Historic Interpretive Panels in Salem Neighborhoods which is currently underway. i a f I k _ x a d r t t i i t The City was awarded a $4,000 Massachusetts Historical Commission Survey and Planning Grant in March 2013 to prepare a National Register of Historic Places nomination form for the Greenlawn Cemetery which is currently underway. t The City was awarded a$40,700 Massachusetts Historical Commission MPPF Grant in June 2012 for the Restoration of the Salem Common Fence which is currently underway. The City was awarded a $65,000 Massachusetts Historical Commission MPPF grant in June, 2013 for exterior repairs and restoration to the North Street Fire Station which is currently underway. i Other Activities i 4 The North Street Fire Station (142 North Street) was placed on the National Register of Historic Places. The North Shore CDC submitted a National Register nomination to the Massachusetts a Historical Commission for the Point Neighborhood. A Certified Local Government evaluation for National Register listing was completed for 92-96 Lafayette Street and Greenlawn Cemetery. 7` a The Commission provided letters of support for: • Salem Public Library application for a MHC MPPF grant to restore windows f • City of Salem MHC MPPF grant application to make masonry repairs and restore windows at the North Street Fire Station • City of Salem MHC Survey and Planning grant application to create a National Register nomination form for the Greenlawn Cemetery l • North Shore Community Development Coalition's request for Massachusetts Historic Rehabilitation Tax credits • Placing the Community Preservation Act on the November, 2012 ballot y The Commission provided comment letters for: • Site amenities at the Causeway Park associated with the Salem/Beverly Transportation } Project i • Section 106 Review of the Legacy Park Apartments at Harmony Grove • Section 106 Review of the Peabody Essex Museum Utility Vault Construction • Clearance Memorandum for the MBTA Salem Intermodal Station as required by the Memorandum of Agreement i This report was completed on behalf of the Department of Planning and Community Development and the Salem Historical Commission. Respectfully submitted, Natalie B.L. Lovett Community Development Planner g r a I t i MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION CITY OF SALEM CERTIFIED LOCAL GOVERNMENT ANNUAL REPORT JULY 1, 2012 -JUNE 30, 2013 �t x r f a r ft i ti 0. 'Y i fi µ ?b A: 1 yy fr a k t CERTIFIED LOCAL GOVERNMENT ANNUAL REPORT CITY OF SALEM,MASSACHUSETTS JULY 1, 2012 -JUNE 30, 2013 PART A - ENFORCEMENT OF LOCAL LEGISLATION >r 1. Cases Reviewed 2. Sample Minutes 3. Sample Decision T J PART B -ADEQUATE AND QUALIFIED LOCAL GOVERNMENT COMMISSION s 1. Resumes 2. Membership 3. Professionals 4. Vacancies/Appointments 5. CLG Training Sessions/Workshops PART C - NATIONAL REGISTER PROGRAM PARTICIPATION 1. CLG Evaluations 2. Nominations a' 3. Public Hearings 4. Professional Expertise i PART D - SURVEY AND INVENTORY OF HISTORIC PROPERTIES I 1. Survey Forms 2. Survey Work 3. Inventory Status PART E - PUBLIC PARTICIPATION 1. Commission Meeting Dates 2. Open Meeting Law Compliance Statement yz 3. Accessibility of Minutes h 4. Rules, Procedures, Guidelines K PART F- FUNDING OF CLG ACTIVI"TIES 1 1. Local Funding 2. Survey and Planning Grant Funding 3. Other Funding PART G - OTHER ACTIVITIES This report was completed by Natalie B.L.Lovett,Community Development Planner,on behalf of the Salem Historical Commission and the Department of Planning and Community Development under the administration of Mayor Kimberley Driscoll. +_ i zi All f. Im J7 8 Ll RI ;R 10' 1, t 6 Fis S 2 t 71 it N 'l .1 v Y I v n T! U. at 1-1-IT ,.I A F I -V C;l 17; 7, 7; Z. it Al 1111 MIA I I I I I I 1 1 1571 1 1 1 19. 1 1 1. ggr :3 sl w yr la v 42 V t, v V t I I 4- Zi v v 9 P N U Pi P.0 p V zi .0v m a a mv m71 U" :11 ii H 7 11 J 41 Ell M .h, S V, A N .9 m t T: 11 Hi i w 5 vi i I WR v 41 It 1! SISIMs 'i F fir, „ 1;1� q 11 q1P 1 Alp IN I 7 it NQ ygz i 7 ass 7 fi gm 'sI it a I !no ILLULI a jr go 2AM"VER Offifflil MR 2 g Ffi€ 111111 115 i ' FIf 15 91 11 1 IF; 15 1,R P qz is I j N ru P v M 2 p PURUMM nmpm, M 1 cwffWIN I M I I I I I I I I I I FF It 11 oil e 1 tl �n SALEM HISTORICAL COMMISSION MINUTES JULY 18, 2012 A meeting of the Salem Historical Commission was held on Wednesday, July 18, 2012 at 7:30 pm at t 120 Washington Street, Salem, MA. Present were Ms. Herbert, Ms. McCrea, Ms. Keenan, Ms. Bellin, Mr. Spang and Mr. Hart. lit Salem Intermodal Station—Review/comment on Expanded Environmental Notification Form Ms. Guy stated that a copy of the Expanded Environmental Notification Form (EENF) for the Salem Intermodal Station was submitted to the Executive Office of Energy and Environment (EEA). The t¢ MBTA is requesting a waiver from the requirement of an EIR. Present were Holly Palmgren of the MBTA and Maureen Cavanaugh of Epsilon Associates. Ms. Palmgren distributed copies of the handout from a recent scoping session. She stated that the it MBTA has filed an expanded ENF and has asked for a waiver from an EIR. She noted that the trigger is the Chapter 91 permit. She stated that all information that would be in an EIR has been included in 1 the expanded ENF. She stated that there have been numerous public meetings going over design issues and that there is another in September. She stated that comments on the waiver requests are due on July 20th. Ms. Palmgren stated that for the Salem Signal Tower,the project will include work to the exterior of building; however, the scope is not fully defined. She stated that ground penetrating radar showed possible remnants of turntable and roundhouse. They will be doing a full excavation. F She noted that there is a separate parallel Massachusetts Historical Commission (MHC) process, which began when the Project Notification Form(PNF) was filed with MHC. They will continue to work with MHC and the Commission after this waiver process. The proposed is a five level garage and they exterior treatment design process is ongoing. 60%plans will be available September 24`h. The finalized design will be completed in the winter. She expected that MHC will issue an Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) and the Commission will be a concurring party. Ms. Cavanaugh stated that the MOA draft will probably be in the Fall. Ms. Palmgren stated that it will be likely after the archaeology is done. Ms. Duncan asked when the Commission will have its first opportunity to be involved in the process. Ms. Palmgren replied that the first opportunity is now, as well as when the archaeological report is provided to MHC and the Commission. She stated that moving forward will be consultation meetings, defining the scope of the signal tower and the draft MOA. She added that the start of the consultation process began when the PNF was submitted. Ms. Herbert asked that Ms. Guy be kept informed to ensure the Commission has time to comment. 1 Ms. Palmgren stated that she will come to any meetings in order to go over the details. She stated that MHC will comment on the expanded ENF and that the archaeological report will likely recommend the roundhouse listing on the National Register. Once the archaeological report is reviewed, MHC will make an effect finding. She stated that they anticipate an adverse effect finding. The MBTA will propose mitigation in response to the finding, such as the renovation of the exterior of the Signal l� Tower and data recovery for archaeological site. a Ms. Duncan thanked the MBTA representatives for attending the meeting. She stated that she hoped the Commission will vote to send a letter supporting the waiver request. She noted that the historic resources review and the consultation process continues on its own track and will offer the same opportunity to comment. She stated that she would like to see the process move forward as efficiently as possible and did not want to see a delay of 12-15 months if an EIR were required. She noted that it tj would likely would result in a construction cost increase. She stated that she did think the delay would `F serve any purpose. She added that the Conservation Commission voted to support waiver and that the project will still go through Chapter 91 and the local Conservation Commission process, as well. Ms. Palmgren stated that the Chapter 91 process also takes into consideration historic resource impacts and asks for public comment. She noted that the schedule hinges on the waiver. Mr. Hart asked, if an FIR is required, what would be in the EIR that would go beyond what is in the ENF. , Ms. Palmgren stated that she did not feel there would be anything. They feel that they,put all info in the ENF that would be required in an EIR. She stated that a typical ENF is not this large. Mr. Hart stated that there is an apparent notification that the signal tower work will be done according to the Secretary of the Interiors Standards, which will be monitored by MHC with the Public Archaeology Laboratory (PAL) doing the work and Epsilon monitoring the process. Ms. Bellin asked if the information, that would have been in the EIR but is in the ENF, is subject to the same review process. Ms. Palmgren replied in the affirmation, but noted that it would not be as long a process with the waiver. She stated that once the waiver is granted,they can start the Chapter 91 filing and complete the MHC review. She stated that they can't apply for Chapter 91 until MEPA is finished. Ms. Cavanaugh stated that the ENF notifies the public and provides opportunity for agencies and the public to comment and comes up with a MEPA scope for the EIR. For this project, the impact is not that great so, in consultation with MEPA, they anticipated the areas they needed to focus on and MEPA concurred. She stated that they anticipated and addressed the areas. s� Ms. Bellin asked what is Chapter 91. 0011 t; Ms. Palmgren stated that it is for waterways. She stated that, if not for that, it would not have had a � MEPA trigger. She noted that the entire site is paved now. They are not removing any green space, but are adding more public green space. Ms. Duncan stated that the Commission does not have to say it support the waiver because it feels everything beyond historic resources has been met. She stated that the Commission can just say it looks forward to and is comfortable with further review and with working with MHC and the MBTA through the rest of the process. Mr. Spang asked, if waived, when do they anticipate finishing the review. q a., t �u Ms. Palmgren stated that she believed it will be in August. She stated that they will put out a draft t decision first, at the end of July, which will allow for public comment. They will then issue a final certificate. If granted the waiver, they will make the finding that this information is enough and that :I no more MEPA review is required. She noted that it is not a permit,just that all impacts have been t.. identified. She stated that they will know by the end of July, although they won't have final approval until August. Mr. Spang asked if MEPA concurs with the request for a waiver, are they concurring that they are comfortable with the mitigation determined in ENE oil Ms. Palmgren replied in the negative. She stated that they would be concurring that impacts have been identified. It will still go through the MHC and Chapter 91 process. It Ms. Duncan stated that the process relative to historic resources is the same whether or not the waiver is granted. She stated that it will likely be determined to have an adverse effect, have a consultation process and a MOA in MHC review process. She stated that the Commission can request to be interested party. She stated that there is nothing to be gained by requiring an EIR—and that only time and money will be lost. Mr. Hart asked how MHC gets involved in the process. Ms. Palmgren stated that it started with the submission of the PNF. Ms. Duncan noted that when the bypass road was reviewed,the Commission wanted renovation of the Signal Tower in that project. It was not included because it was planned for the MBTA garage project. She stated that she personally felt it was great that the Signal Tower has been added to the garage project now. VOTE: Mr. Hart made a motion to support the waiver. Ms. Bellin seconded the motion all were in favor and the motion so carried. VOTE: Ms. McCrea made a motion to send a letter in support of the waiver to MEPA, copied to MHC, and asking to be part of all processes. Ms. Keenan seconded the motion all were in favor and the motion so carried. 248 Lafayette Street A Witch City Holdings, LLC submitted an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness to paint the existing aluminum siding, trim and shutters. The original shutters will be retained and painted black. The trim will be Navajo White and the body color will be a grey/green as shown in the photo (rear of building in proposed color). Brad Allen was present. Documents &Exhibits ■ Application • Photographs l�# °t Mr. Allen stated that it is an eleven unit apartment building. They will use Melville from California Paints for the body. He noted that they started painting the rear and realized it was a different district than the SRA. Shutters will be removed temporarily for painting. Ms. Herbert asked if the wooden balustrade is in decent condition. Mr. Allen stated that it will be repaired and repainted. Mr. Spang asked if the paint will stick to the aluminum siding. Mr. Allen replied in the affirmative. Ms. Herbert asked if the siding can be power washed and if they have any chipping. Mr. Allen stated that parts are chipping. He noted that even after power wash, it would not look like a newly painted house. { Mr. Hart stated that it is normally a baked on finish for aluminum. Mr. Allen stated that he asked the painter and was told that he has painted aluminum in the past and was told that it should not peel or chip for a long time. Mr. Spang stated that he has never heard of trying to paint aluminum. He questioned if it will need + painting in a year. He added that it may be an improvement of what is there today. Mr. Hart stated that metal is far different than wood in terms of painting. He noted that wood is effected by expansion, etc. He stated that he had no problem painting aluminum. Ms. Guy stated that aluminum siding is already not appropriate, so painting it is not going to make it more inappropriate. 3 Ms. Herbert stated that she noticed there is some rot. Mr. Allen stated that they will make repairs. Ms. Herbert asked if they will paint out the mechanical things so that they disappear. Mr. Allen replied in the affirmative. VOTE: Ms. McCrea made a motion to approve the application as submitted. Mr. Hart seconded the motion, all were in favor and the motion so carried. 13 River Street Richard& Cynthia Johnson submitted an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness to replace the open picket fence with a closed picket fence of the same height and material. The will replace with pressure treated wood. The existing fence has rot and missing pickets and they would like closed picket for their dog. ,l s� Documents & Exhibits ■ Application • Photographs Ms. Herbert noted that they have back to back gardens with the neighbor and that a closed picket will eliminate air flow and some light exchange. She suggested a picket with small spacing, such as 1" or 1 a Mr. Hart asked if there will be two horizontal stringers. Mr. Johnson replied in the affirmative. Mr. Spang asked the material of the fence. Mr. Johnson stated that it would be pressure treated wood. Mr. Hart suggested using cedar, noting it is easier to work with. Mr. Johnson stated that he is fine with that. Mr. Spang asked if the fence will be painted. Mr. Johnson stated that it will be painted to match the front fence, which is slightly off white. Ms. Bellin asked if the new fence will be the same fence but with closer spacing. Mr. Johnson replied in the affirmative. Mr. Hart suggested that the pickets be 3/4" — F apart. Ms. Bellin stated that the finish side should face out to the neighbors. Mr. Hart asked about the posts. Ms. Herbert stated that right now they have old chain link fence posts. u Mr. Hart stated that if there will be posts, they will want to establish what the centers are and the cap. Ms. Herbert stated that the fence should be a couple inches off the ground to keep from rotting. Carol Carr, 7 River Street, stated that the fence now is natural. She stated that painting a fence is a pain in the neck, as it always needs paint and will have two gardens against it. Ms. Herbert stated that side fences are more often unpainted, and that formal or front fences are painted. Mr. Hart suggested using stain, which tends not to peel. �ti Ms. Guy stated that either natural or painted is appropriate; therefore the Commission could give the option. Mr. Hart suggested continuing the application to the next meeting so that the applicant can come back with a design that includes on center of dimensions of posts, the cap, height off ground, etc.. t VOTE: Ms. Bellin made a motion to continue the application to the next meeting. Ms. McCrea seconded the motion, all were in favor and the motion so carried. 13 Beckford Street Michael and Karen Williamson submitted an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness to install a fireplace vent termination cap to accommodate a gas-fire fireplace in their livingroom. The cap will be a DirectVent Pro sconce termination cap, stock 946DVA-HSC. It will be located on the south fagade (left side of house), between the first and second window, but higher in elevation to both. The termination will be approximately 13'6" from the front edge of the house, 12' above grade level, and # 2' above the top of the first floor windows. Along that side of the house is an existing kitchen hood termination, an existing gas meter and two bathroom exhaust vent terminations (on the second floor). The neighbor's house also has their mechanical equipment/terminations in this same area. The fence and neighbors house are close to the side where the terminations will be located, preventing a view from the street. The fence is 4' from the house. The neighbor's house is 8' from their house. Their house sits approximately 12'6" from the street, while the neighbor's house abuts the sidewalk. The vent will be 26' from the sidewalk. Documents & Exhibits Application Photographs • Sketch of lot and south elevation Simpson Dura-Vent catalog cut Ms. Bellin asked if the new termination is the same size as the existing kitchen vent. Mr. Williamson stated that it is basically the same size. Mr. Hart stated that it will be somewhat visible in Winter. He stated that it is an old firehouse, which typically would have things coming off them. VOTE: Mr. Spang made a motion to approve the application as submitted. Mr. Hart seconded the motion, all were in favor and the motion so carried. 354-356 Essex Street Nick Nowak, Amy and Jeremy Jones and Herb and Leanne Schild submitted an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness to install a chimney cap on the main chimney, the same style as 348, 346, 343 and 328 Essex and 3 Beckford Streets. Jeremy Jones present. Documents & Exhibits • Application Photographs A-Z Chimney Seeps & Repairs catalog cut Mr. Jones stated that they share a chimney with the neighbor, who had gotten approval for the masonry repair, but did not get the cap approval. It will be powder coated black. VOTE: Mr. Hart made a motion to approve the application as submitted. Ms. Bellin seconded the motion, all were in favor and the motion so carried. 356 Essex Street Nick Nowak and Amy and Jeremy Jones submitted an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness to repair the front porch, replace porch floor and stairs with 1 x 4 cambara mahogany and stain, replace railing with round balusters to match existing on gate, replace newel post with on that has a cap and paint balusters, handrail, newel post and risers to match existing trim. Jeremy Jones and Steve Whittier were present. Documents & Exhibits Application Photographs Mr. Whittier stated that the porch has original balusters which would need to be custom made to replicate. Ms. Herbert stated that round is a big departure from what is there. She wondered if there is a similar stock baluster that might be better. Mr. Whittier stated that the existing is 1 '/2 square and that what is at Home Depot is much thinner. Ms. Herbert asked if they should be mixed or have a more sculptured picket with a little less detail, but uniform. She stated that she did not want to see round right next to turned balusters. She asked if there could be new turned balusters, that are slightly smaller in scale, but would have same effect. She stated that another option is to get a price from John Jeffers for turned balusters. Mr. Whittier stated that the intent is to maintain the porch balusters which are original. Ms. Herbert suggested bringing one baluster to Jeffers. Mr. Whittier stated that they don't all match. Ms. Herbert stated that she would want a newel post at the end. Mr. Whittier stated that there is existing wrought iron Mr. Jones stated that it circles around to the bushes, but doesn't go all the way up. Ms. Herbert stated that it is important to the house. Mr. Jones stated that they are working with a budget. Mr. Spang stated that he was not convinced that same rails would have to come down the steps. He stated that he wondered if someone else has one in tact. Ms. Herbert stated that maybe it could be a simple iron rail. Mr. Jones stated that he has an 82 year old mother that needs to get up and down steps using a railing. Mr. Whittier stated that he believe the adjoining unit has iron. Ms. Herbert suggested talking to other owner and coming back on August ls`. Mr. Jones stated that Mary Whitney wants to add a newel post on the stair. x.' Mr. Whittier suggested looking to see what balusters are there now and finding something close and also looking into custom made. gg� Ms. Herbert stated that a third option might be metal railing. }° Mr. Jones asked if he can replace in kind. Ms. Guy questioned if it meets building code. Ms. Bellin suggested not having both sides match. r ;a Ms. Herbert asked if the deck is fir. Mr. Whittier stated that it is mahogany and that they will change the steps to 1 x 4's. Ms. Bellin asked if the stairs are now a single piece which will be replaced with multiple boards. Mr. Whittier replied in the affirmative. 4 Mr ones stated that it will help water to drain. . J p Mr. Spang asked if they will be replacing the decking between now and August 1s`' Mr. Whittier replied in the negative. He noted that Ms. Whitney is very involved. Mr. Jones stated that she is currently out of town. Mr. Whittier stated that in the interim, they can come up with the details. VOTE: Mr. Hart made a motion to continue the application to the next meeting. Ms. Bellin seconded , the motion, all were in favor and the motion so carried. k`. Y 24 Winter Street Jeffrey and Ann Laaff submitted an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness for a new custom wood overhead carriage house door painted to match existing trim color. The size is 10'6"x TO". It will have two new Colonial lanterns in dark finish, painted wood clapboard siding at exterior wall infill to match and 5/4 wood painted door casings to match. Documents & Exhibits • Application Photographs Pierce Architects drawings • Hahn's Woodworking Company, Inc. specifications • Lamps Plus catalog cut Mr. Spang asked if they will paint to match existing. Mr. Laaff replied in the affirmative. Ms. Herbert noted that the Commission does not have jurisdiction over lanterns. VOTE: Mr. Hart made a motion to approve the application as submitted. Ms. McCrea seconded the motion, all were in favor and the motion so carried. 18 Felt Street Ms. Herbert stated that she would continue to abstain from voting due to the possibility that she may be doing some work for the developer. In continuation of a prior meeting, Ice Cat, LLC submitted an application to Waive the Demolition Delay Ordinance for the removal of the barn. The barn is in disrepair. Removal is needed to allow subdivision of the property per variance granted 4/4/12 to add an additional lot to the property for a new house to be built. The applicant was not present. Documents & Exhibits • Application Photographs Site Study dated 5/2/12 by Schopf Design Associates Mr. Hart stated that he understood the property has been sold and that the waiver is immaterial. Ms. Bellin asked if it runs with land. Ms. Guy replied in the negative and stated that the new owner will need to submit a new application. She stated that she has not gotten a withdrawal as yet. VOTE: Mr. Hart made a motion to continue the application to the next meeting . Ms. Bellin seconded the motion, all were in favor and the motion so carried. Ms. Herbert abstained from voting. Community Preservation Act—Discussion City Councillor Tom Furey has introduced an Order to get the Community Preservation Act on the ballot in the fall. There was a subcommittee meeting last week, which some Commission members attended and some links for information was forwarded to members via email. She asked if the Commission wants to vote to support getting the CPA on the ballot and to send a letter to the City Council. If so, she recommended that the Commission identify some historic preservation projects that could benefit from the CPA. Ms. Herbert stated that the CPA is a surcharge, roughly$30 a year on real estate tax bill. Elderly will i be exempt. The first $100,000 of house value is exempt. Funds can be used for open space & recreation, housing and historic preservation. Mr. Hart stated that the state takes recording fees from registry transfers. This pot of money is used for towns who join the program. He stated that at least 10% must be spent in each of the 3 categories each year. P Ms. McCrea stated that the reason it has came up again, is the state passed a law that allows cities to use other funds for the match, where they could not before. Mr. Hart stated that now the funds can be used for repairs of buildings, where they couldn't before. Ms. Herbert stated that the kinds of projects she would like to use CPA funds for would be renovations to City Hall, Salem Common fence, etc. Mr. Hart stated that he, Ms. Herbert and Ms. McCrea testified at the City Council; meeting. Ms. Herbert stated that in 2007, the CPA lost on the ballot by a few hundred votes. VOTE: Ms. Bellin made a motion to send a letter to the City Council supporting putting the CPA on the ballot. Ms. Keenan seconded the motion, all were in favor and the motion so carried. Correspondence Ms. Guy stated that she received a request to extend the Certificate of Non-applicability dated 8/18/11 for 34 Chestnut Street until December 1, 2012 for the repair of fence posts. VOTE: Ms. Bellin made a motion to approve the request as submitted. Ms. McCrea seconded the motion, all were in favor and the motion so carried. Ms. Guy stated that the Commission received a copy of a letter from Massachusetts Historical Commission (MHC) to EMG, Inc. regarding 8-10 Chase Street's FDIC Insured Transaction and requesting more information Ms. Guy stated that the City received an award from MHC for $40,700 in MPPF funds for the Salem Common fence. Ms. Guy stated that the State Review Board will be reviewing the City's nomination of the North Street Fire House to the National Register on December 12, 2012. Other Business Ms. Guy stated that Commission members received a request from DCAM to review and comment on the proposed renovation and rehabilitation of the Registry of Deeds building in accordance with Stipulation#6 of the MOA of the courthouse. She suggested that someone be delegated to attend these meetings on behalf of the Commission. Ms. Guy stated that she attended a City One-Stop meeting and got an overview of the proposed PEM expansion. It will include demolition of several properties—scheduled for September, 2013. Ms. Guy stated that she spoke with Rick Rennard regarding sidewalks. She stated that he verified that the replace asphalt with asphalt and concrete with concrete. She stated that he said the city will allow brick, but will only take care of the preparation and will not pay for the brick or the brick installation. Mr. Hart stated that he felt the City Council should have a plan, so that the city is not patchwork. He felt there should be discussion with Lynn Duncan. Mr. Hart stated that he met with Rick Bonfanti and took interior and exterior photos. He has copies for HSI, Mr. Bonfanti and the Commission. VOTE: There being no further business, Ms. Bellin made a motion to adjourn. Ms. McCrea seconded the motion, all were in favor and the motion so carried. Respectfully submitted, Jane A. Guy ' Clerk of the Commission �f SALEM HISTORICAL COMMISSION MINUTES SEPTEMBER 5, 2012 A meeting of the Salem Historical Commission was held on Wednesday, September 5, 2012 at 730 pm at 120 Washington Street, Salem, MA. Present were Ms. Herbert, Ms. Harper, Ms. Bellin, Mr. Spang and Mr. Hart. Ms. Keenan and Ms. McCrea arrived later in the meeting. 318 Essex Street The Peabody Essex Museum submitted an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness to change the portico roof from steel to copper. Documents & Exhibits Application Photographs Robert Monk apologized for not applying sooner. He stated that he did not realize it was visible from Federal Court and jumped the gun. He stated that they found remnants of copper underneath the galvanized steel. They will use sheet copper and it will be painted. Ms. Keenan joined the meeting at this time. 3'F Mr. Monk stated that they will also replace the copper flashing detail. Ms. Herbert asked if they will replace the missing balustrade at a later date. Mr. Monk stated that he would love to at some point. He noted that they are working on the interior and then in the long term plan they intend to replace the balustrade along with the laundry yard fence and the trellis. Ms. Bellin asked the color the copper will be painted. Mr. Monk stated that the trim on top of the bay window will be white to match what was existing. There was aluminized paint on the roof, so it will read white. The copper has already been installed on the roof. Ms. Bellin questioned the use of copper if it is going to be painted. Mr. Monk stated that the technique was done quite a bit historically. He noted that the original copper gutters on the Marine Hall were painted. He added that if it looks like aluminum, there might be less temptation to steel the copper. Mr. Hart stated that raw copper will oxidize to green and that many times it washes off and bleeds onto house, which may be why it was painted. VOTE: Mr. Hart made a motion to approve the application as submitted. Ms. Bellin seconded the motion, all were in favor and the motion so carried. 356 Essex Street ,, In continuation of a previous meeting,Nick Nowak and Amy and Jeremy Jones submitted an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness to repair the front porch, replace porch floor and stairs with I x 4 cambara mahogany and stain, replace railing with round balusters to match existing on gate, replace newel post with on that has a cap and paint balusters, handrail, newel post and risers to match existing trim. Documents & Exhibits • Application • Photographs Ms. Guy stated that she received an email requesting a continuance to the meeting of October 3rd. VOTE: Ms. Bellin made a motion to continue the application to October 3rd. Mr. Spang seconded the motion, all were in favor and the motion so carried. 6 Carpenter Street Michael Chefitz and Robyn Frost submitted an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness to remove a non-working chimney in the rear of the house. Documents & Exhibits • Application Photographs Ms. McCrea joined the meeting at this time. Mr. Chefitz stated that the chimney furthest back is the one proposed for removal. He stated that they are having some foundation work done in the back. The contractor will need to lift the house up and the contractor states that there is a chance that the chimney will fall down. They will not be putting anything back on the roof. Mr. Spang asked if they will patch the roof with matching shingles. Mr. Chefitz replied in the affirmative. Ms. Herbert stated that she thought it was an odd place to have a chimney. Mr. Hart stated that it is a gambrel house with additions. He noted that this is one of the additions and that the Secretary of the Interior Standards say that accretions added to house should be respected. He stated that he feels it is a minor architectural element and noted that they will still have the two main chimneys. s Ms. Herbert noted that it sits on the ledge and felt it is awkward. Mr. Hart stated that, in the best of worlds it would be nice to keep, but he has no burning desire to say it should be saved. He noted that it is not an original element to the main house. l VOTE: Ms. McCrea made a motion to approve the application as submitted. Ms. Bellin seconded the motion, all were in favor and the motion so carried. 14 Broad Street Ellen &Jeremy Schill submitted an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness to add a mudroom vestibule to replace the existing side entrance. Clapboards and trim will match existing structure. Rectangular window to be re-used from existing structure. Size of vestibule will be 5' x 10'. Examples of similar side entrances on Colonial homes are 8 Broad Street, 134 Carpenter Street, 78 Federal Street and the Peirce-Nichols House on Federal Street. , Documents & Exhibits Application • Photographs • Sketches of existing and proposed Ms. Guy stated that she received an email requesting a continuance to the meeting of September 19th VOTE: Ms. Bellin made a motion to continue the application to the meeting of September 19t". Ms. McCrea seconded the motion, all were in favor and the motion so carried. Other Business Review/comment on submittal by BL Companies for proposed antenna collocation at the intersection of Derby and Lafayette Streets Ms. Guy stated that she emailed the additional information provided as a result of the letter the Commission issued on 8/2/12, which asked several questions. Ms. Harper stated that she feels the installation photos provided are different than what they are proposing. Mr. Hart agreed it is a different installation. Ms. Bellin stated that the collocation on Congress Street is on an existing pole and that the one on Lafayette Street looks like an existing pole. Mr. Hart stated that Ward Street looks like a new pole. Ms. Herbert stated that Derby Street is pretty clear of poles. Stating that this is needed because National Grid will no longer allow antenna attachments to these types of poles sets bad precedent. She stated that she felt they should put pressure on National Grid. Ms. Keenan stated that the City is trying to get rid of poles. She stated that she is not accepting the reason of bad cell reception in that area. Mr. Hart stated that he felt it should be put on the Metcom building. Ms. Bellin asked if the nearby poles are owned by the City or National Grid. She stated that if they are owned by the city, it should be allowed on an existing pole. Mr. Hart felt the proposal would be setting bad precedent. Ms. Herbert noted that it is set in from the curb in an awkward spot. Ms. Bellin stated that it may cause handicapped accessibility issues. Mr. McCrea stated that the comment letter should cc the city council. Ms. Herbert questioned why the City Council is approving this type of thing. Comments: • Visually degrades historic and the architectural elements of the area • The City has been making an effort to reduce the number of poles, for visual reasons, access reasons, and aesthetic reasons. • It is strongly recommended that o the proponent investigate alternatives such as installation on the existing building (Metcom) or fire station. o Determine whether the existing lampposts are owned by the city or National Grid and pursue approval for installation on existing or alternative pole (if not lamppost) • Very concerned that it will sets precedent • Cc—City Council, Planning Board and Salem Redevelopment Authority VOTE: Ms. Bellin made a motion to send comment letter with these points. Ms. McCrea seconded the motion, all were in favor and the motion so carried. Correspondence Ms. Guy stated that she received a letter dated 8/20/12 from Massachusetts Historical Commission to the MBTA regarding the Salem Intermodal Station Project Intensive Archaeological Survey/Site Examination requesting additional information. 9 Minutes Ms. Bellin made a motion to approve the minutes of August 1, 2012. Ms. McCrea seconded the motion, all were in favor and the motion so carried. Meeting time discussion r Ms. Guy proposed that the Commission change its regular meeting time from 7:30 to 7:00 beginning with the meeting of October 3, 2012. Mr. Hart made a motion to change the Commission's regular meeting time from 7:30 to 7:00 beginning with the meeting of October 3, 2012. Ms. Bellin seconded the motion. Ms. Herbert, Ms. Harper, Ms. Bellin, Ms. Keen and Mr. Hart voted in favor. Ms. McCrea and Mr. Spang abstained from voting. The motion so carried. Salem Harbor Station Ms. Guy stated that she went to the Footprint scooping session. The Environmental Notification Form (ENF) has been issued and there will be an Environmental Impact Report (EIR). The plant is scheduled for shut down in May, 2014, which will be followed by demolition. After construction of the new plant, it will open up 40-42 acres for other redevelopment. Ms. Guy stated that there are four large projects in the planning stages that will be coming before the Commission for comments and/or demolition delay—Registry of Deeds Building, PEM expansion, power plant and MBTA garage. She noted that no Commission members attended the initial meeting for the Registry of Deeds where alternatives had been initially discussed. No one from the Commission attended the power plant scoping session . The Commission also had no design comments on the MBTA garage project which has had a few public meetings. She suggested that the Commission get up to date and involved in these projects early to determine if anyone has any historic- related issues so as to avoid an similar problems encountered with the St. Joseph's Church project. VOTE: There being no further business, Ms. Bellin made a motion to adjourn. Ms. McCrea seconded the motion, all were in favor and the motion so carried. Respectfully submitted, Jane A. Guy Clerk of the Commission SALEM HISTORICAL COMMISSION MINUTES February 20, 2013 A meeting of the Salem Historical Commission was held on Wednesday, February 20, 2013 at 7:00 pm at 120 Washington Street, Salem, MA. Present were Jessica Herbert, Kathryn Harper, Laurie Bellin, Chad Garner, David Hart, Susan Keenan, and Joanne McCrea. 101/103 Federal Street 1,* In continuance of a previous meeting, ProProcessIt, Inc. submitted an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness to install a small fixed non-operable skylight above a 2"d floor bathroom. Documents & Exhibits ■ Application ■ Photographs Skylight cut-sheet Installation Specifications • Building Plans Ms. Herbert stated that Mr. McIver has asked to continue the item until the next meeting. Ms. Bellin made a motion to continue the item to the next meeting.Ms. Mccrea second the motion. All were in favor and the motion so carried. 1 Washington Square-Salem Common Fence The City of Salem submitted an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness to replace pipe bollards with decorative style bollards at two entrances. New bollards will match the decorative bollards in other entrances and will be painted black to match the fence. Natalie Lovett presented the project to the Historic Commission. Documents & Exhibits • Application • Photographs Mr. Hart asked Ms. Lovett to show the entrances that are included. Ms. Lovett stated that the entrances needing bollard replacement are along Washington Square South and Washington Square North. The pipe bollards will be replaced with decorative style "Salem" bollards to match the City standard. She stated that the pipe bollards were initially installed as a quick, affordable fix to block the entrances. If Ms. Herbert asked if the collected pieces of the fence were being inventoried. Ms. Lovett responded in the negative. Ms. McCrea stated that she spoke with Councillor Sosnowski recently regarding the fence. Part of the issue with the fence is that various metals were used in previous repairs that do not expand and contract the same. ;j. VOTE: Mr. Hart made a motion to accept the proposal as submitted. Ms. McCrea seconded the motion. All were in favor, and the motion so carried. r 175 & 183 Lafayette Street A.L. Prime Energy Consultants, Inc submitted an application for Waiver of Demolition Delay for two buildings: a convenience store and a gas station/garage. The convenience store building was built in 1959 and the gas station was built in 1950. The buildings will be demolished in their entirety and a } new gasoline station with convenience store will be built on the site. The project has already received decisions from the Zoning Board of Appeals and the Planning Board. The proponent plans to build a new gas station on the site. George Atkins was present. Documents & Exhibits Application Photographs Existing Conditions Plan Site Improvement Plan • Salem Zoning Board of Appeals Decision ■ Salem Planning Board Decision Mr. Atkins provided a summary of the project and property. The property has been a problem in the past due to car and trucks causing traffic jams while waiting for gas and conflicting with vehicles trying to enter and exiting the convenience store parking lot. AL Energy Prime has decided to build a new gas station with convenience store. The project has already received approval from the Zoning Board of Appeals and Planning Board. Landscaping will be added along property edge to shield the neighbors' view of the property. Ms. Herbert asked if the entrance from Palmer Street would remain. 6k Mr. Atkins stated that it will remain but it will be an exit only. Ms. Herbert asked if a traffic light was ever discussed for that location. Mr. Atkins stated that he did not remember a light ever being mentioned. There was conversation about making pedestrian improvements and the proponent has agreed to assist in making the street more passable for pedestrians. Ms. Herbert asked if there are elevations of the new building, so that the Commission could see how it would blend with neighboring buildings. Mr. Atkins did not have the elevations with him. He responded that there was extensive discussion with the neighbors regarding the building. There will be fence and landscaping trees in order to help alleviate the view to neighbors, however it is still a gas station. The general consensus by the Planning Board and Zoning Board of Appeals is that this is an improvement to the current situation. Mr. Hart requested that there be some documentation of the existing buildings before taken down. Specifically: - Photographic documentation: utilizing digital camera, Color, 5 meg per shot minimum. o Exterior: All facades, and '/4 views of all visible corners. o Interior: Wide angle views of all interior spaces. - Measured drawings: digital drawings in original format and pdf format with scale. Taped exterior dimensions to nearest inch. Vertical dimensions of all elevations to nearest inch. Ms. Herbert responded that this was a standard request. Mr. Atkins asked about the procedure for submitting the documentation. Ms. Herbert stated that he can submit the documentation to Ms. Lovett and then the Waiver of Demolition Delay would be issued. There was no public comment. VOTE: Ms. Bellin made a motion to waive the demolition delay. Mr. Hart seconded the motion. All were in favor, and the motion so carried. Salem Public Library- Request for Letter of Support The Salem Public Library is submitting an application to the Massachusetts Historical Commission for a Massachusetts Preservation Projects Fund grant. The grant application includes the restoration of the library windows. Specifically, the work will entail removing and replacing the exterior sills and trim moldings as well as the frames of the windows with a rot resistant wood such as Spanish cedar or mahogany. John Goff and Nancy Tracey were present at the meeting. Mr. Goff provided a summary of the grant application work. He stated that the architect, Bob Farley, removed one of the windows to see the condition of the windows. They found a lot of rott about the windows. The windows were updated in 1989 with aluminum sashes. He is not sure whether the work had received an approval from the Historical Commission. The estimated grant budget for window restoration is $89,000. A letter of support from the Local Historic Commission is required by MHC as " part of the grant application. Ms. Herbert stated that she would like to see the application. Mr. Goff responded that it is still being prepared. Ms. Herbert stated that she would like to see the 1989 Historical Commission application for the windows. The installation of the aluminum sashes should be addressed in the letter of support. Ms. Lovett left the room to locate the file. Ms. Lovett returned and stated that she was unable to locate the sashes approval in the 1989 application. Mr. Hart agreed that the Historical Commission should see the grant application before drafting the letter of support. He stated that he took photographs of the window and it is hard to tell what the condition of the window is. Some may just need small repairs and he would hate to see the windows replaced unnecessarily. Ms. Harper asked is the molding is original and if it will be duplicated. q Mr. Goff replied they are from 1850 or 1880. Yes, the contractor is proposing to duplicate the molding. There was no public comment. VOTE: Mr. Hart made a motion to continue to the item to the March 6 meeting. Ms. Bellin seconded the motion. All were in favor, and the motion so carried. Other Business VOTE: Ms. Bellin made a motion to approve the January 16 meeting minutes. Ms. McCrea seconded the motion. All were in favor, and the motion so carried. Mr. Hart and Mr. Garner abstained. tt Ms. Lovett read an email from the City Council Committee on Community Development and Committee of the Whole requesting the Historic Commission attendance at a meeting regarding the restoration of the McIntire Arch at the Salem Common. Ms. Lovett stated that the purpose of the meeting is to bring together interested parties and determine the scope of the project. Ms. Herbert responded to the issue of expired terms for the Historical Commission members. Additionally, she stated that a housewright would be a good person to have on the Historic Commission. Ms. Bellin asked how to the Historical Commission members can get reappointed. Ms. Herbert responded that it is up to the administration and City Council. VOTE: There being no further business, Mr. Hart made a motion to adjourn. Ms. Bellin seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion so carried. 1 Respectfully submitted, Natalie BL Lovett Community Development Planner CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS It is hereby certified that the Salem Historical Commission has determined that the proposed: ❑ Construction ❑ Moving ❑ Reconstruction O Alteration E ❑ Demolition ❑ Painting ❑ Signage ❑ Other work as described below will be appropriate to the preservation of said Historic District, as per the requirements set forth in the Historic District's Act (M.G.L. Ch. 40C) and the Salem Historic Districts Ordinance. District: McIntire Address of Property• ?? Chestnut Street Name of Record Owner: Craig Barrow and Nina Cohen Description of Work Proposed: Installation of new double bead half round 16oz copper gutters as detailed in the application submitted on May 17, 2013. New gutters will be along front half of house, half of the back main house, and along the new addition. The new downspout will be galvanized metal, style to match the existing downspouts, and painted white to match trim color. Dated: January 7, 2016 SALEM HISTORICAL COMMISSION By: The homeowner has the option not to commence the work(unless it relates to resolving an outstanding violation). All work commenced must be completed within one year from this date unless otherwise indicated. THIS IS NOT A BUILDING PERMIT. Please be sure to obtain the appropriate permits from the Inspector of Buildings (or any other necessary permits or approvals)prior to commencing work. z ADEQUATE AND QUALIFIED LOCAL GOVERNMENT COMMISSION PART B.1 RESUMES Chadtricl.A.Garner 69 Boston Street. • Salmi MA , 978-594-55-57 cga^nengbu.edu - Qualification Summary • E:xpertne in v:eb site development,content and desimi,publications design and media production.,noluding film and video . a Ten years adramimitive,programmatic and customer servicerrelations experience in finance and educanirr • Creative and proactive problem solver with slalss in fna ioeibudget rs_vendor relations.-4tegoli'Itions7 and event planning • Mot;vated,solution-factsed,work independently and part of a team Professional Experience Boston Universiir.Boston Public Schools Collaborative Office,1999-Present Idrunt ?iatNe Coordi'nawr • Produced refined;and maintained departmental publications web-site,and archival database far program memorabilia and document's • Produced promotionalfilms for departmental programs rising iMouie- • initiated re,,esrch project.to resol=e billing and cemmunicition problems • Disbursed aridaccounted foz'SOq.lti?4 in anmral federal grant fetrzds a .soctiazed:aitlr Upward Bound and GEAR-Up programs • Solicited new vendors,negotiated terms ofdelivcve and pricing • Supervised and coordinated departmental move • Implemented iveekly and mciathh-payroll for students and staff • Orchestrated special events for staff.students.alumni,and parents • Araneed travel and student trips • Aided.>tudents and families in program requirements and referrals Boston Univensiiy,Office of Financial Assistance.1998-1999 Progrene Coordinarrrr Entered psyzoEl,set-tip nets hires on University htfornnna8oa Sgstem • Re3obved pa}gaff conflicts with employees and on-campus parasol?departments • Coordinated and processed Univer ity Financial Aid Survey First Tennessee Bank,Main Offree�Memphis,TA 1995-1997 Ctrstonrer b'ai'Yaceia�preseut:rive • Soidbank accounts,credit cords,and loans;ordered apprai al secm ed automotive titles. • 2eaobred customer problems invoking unauthenazed account activity • C nsist ntl}met monthly inles goals to qualify for commission payments Sofra are and Technology Skills Windows s x X93 97 IMS Office(Excel,Word,Outlook,PotverPamt) File-klalter Pro Drearm eaver, Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator,Apple 3Movie,University Infirmation Systern Education Boston University Mau 2004 Breh elarofLita nal57adias,English Jane Turel is 236 Lafayete5treet S+alema,UAL,01970 (976)740-9693 jauEtnrieirunne.rom HIGHLIGHTS • increased Danxers score sales liyoar$1 S0.Cfit(campared so prtatr peyotl)in firs,p-exrWith SUmbete rira&. • Winter of a nanoislsantess at Estee.Lauder fcrthe Lughass:erceatage of sales over ptrcrr war's bushes•for 09S. • 3-ailt TenuirwFilfaserortardir,_uEA,o.l ranking inky._ a rsaeres ti Filamms and Nlacy car Mtsigr3. • ucreesad cademmv;sr e of sttioar two diffirrentstoies tntlrea rsaar of nanaramem,atE:guadSofmam. 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IMI-i992 Egghead Software .$ Srarz:1fcnager �YF • 7;tauaaedihsH xklana and Peabody states.. - Maussed ud t4aiued tttE:re-pzraaswrt salts sasT. :-`_:used_mss3 u sass in 3moUme Ina r 3596 on:ales 1Lghest in distric-, u aar d to al msesas B ia§Ixne ko rs 540200D ro 5144400 Ne.marsh - imwer;d i =u¢m varimca eVet,:ii store oter 75g6 fY0111 Pm,mus uramagensiat itiBrooldiams,i-.tin tes-_e_w arai- rhzfr'sLrrka-s p • aiadlnt=tnal R•ulit wtErnons score:reps,.:boapoaar�4 Paa.LL�npre�,:ic,:umevc_�^ EDUCATION `ilea V11 error[rot-may.Mm eaitaun,lti i' a3..chEiar of Ssias_e,Easiness kdiaiasnason,ie uuk=`sg aecitga3agEinEtK. , C?du:eStilav 19$,.C=L nude. PART B.2 ' i SALEM HISTORICAL COMMISSION MEMBERSHIP As of 6/30/13, there are seven (7) Commission members and two (2) alternate members. PART B.3 SALEM HISTORICAL COMMISSION PROFESSIONALS Professionals in Name Related Preservation Field Larry Spang, alternate X-Architect Jessica Herbert, Chair X- Developer of historic buildings, Realtor Kathryn Harper,Vice Chair - Carpenter (licensed construction supervisor) Laurie Weisman (Bellin) -Attorney David Hart X-Architect Joanne McCrea - Community Activist Susan Keenan - Realtor Chad Garner -Administrative Coordinator Jane Turiel, alternate -Bookkeeper PART BA VACANCIES/APPOINTMENTS Mr. Gamer was appointed to the Commission on January 10, 2013. Ms. Turiel was appointed to the Commission on April 25, 2013. As of June 30, 2013, there are no vacancies. PART B.5 CLG TRAINING SESSIONS/WORKSHOPS Laurie Bellin attended the following: • Dec., 2012 - Christmas in Salem, Historic Salem, Inc., Salem, MA -Tours of ten historic houses David Hart attended the following: • 2012/ 2013 - Monthly meetings, Boston Society of Architects Historic Resources Committee.' Boston, MA - Meet once a month to discuss latest developments in historic preservation issues in the greater Boston area • 2012/2013—Monthly meetings,The Salem Athenaeum Board of Trustees. Salem, MA —Meet once a month to discuss preservation and conservation of the 1907 building. • J uly, 2012 —Guilford, CT—Toured 17th Century Henry Whitfield House and c. 1735 Thomas Griswold House • October, 2012—Conference,Association for Preservation Technology, Charleston, SC - Four day conference, lectures, field visits, tours x • October, 2012—Beaufort,SC—Toured historic architecture of town, 1911, century building exteriors, Toured 191h, 20,h century building complex at Penn Century, Sea Island. • October, 2012—Philadelphia,PA—Tours of National Trust's 1767 Clivedon, Barnes Museum, 1876 Philadelphia Academy of Pine Arts Museum, Society Hill and surrounds. F • November, 2012—One day conference,ABX Boston,Boston Society of Architects,Boston, MA — ABX Boston tradeshow. • November, 2012—Meeting, Preservation Society of Newport County Properties Committee +t Meeting,Newport,RI —Newport for PSNC Properties Committee Meeting. • Dec., 2012 - Christmas in Salem, Historic Salem, Inc., Salem,MA -Tours of ten historic houses • Feb., 2013 - One day conference,Association for Preservation Technology New England, Stamford, CT—Conservation of Concrete Buildings • April, 2013 —Capetown, Stellenbosch, Franshhoek, South Africa—Visited Capetown 17th, 181h, 1911, century architecture, 17,h century Dutch architecture in Stellenbosch, and 191h century Dutch architecture in Franshhoek • May 2013—Historic Salem, Inc.,Historic New England, Salem,MA—Walking tour of Salem residential hosues concerning appropriate exterior paint colors and treatments Jessica Herbert attended the following: • March 2012 - Served on Preservation Awards Committee for Historic Salem, Inc. • December 2012 - Served on the Christmas-in-Salem Committee for Historic Salem,.Inc. • Adviser for the restoration of the historic Ropes Mansion in North Salem • Ad Hoc/Pro Bono adviser to numerous preservation projects throughout Salem. • Construction Manager for renovation of historic home in Swampscott, MA. • Provided editorial support for the publication of a hook on historic Hollywood Cemetery in Richmond,VA. • Ongoing- Conducting research for publication of visitors guide to historic Hampton homes. • Ongoing- Compiling historical documents on the architectural history of Crozet,VA. Joanne McCrea attended the following: • June 2012 -Appointed as the Historical Commission liason to the Community Preservation Committee which meets — 2x/month • December 2012: House Guide for Historic Salem, Inc - "Christmas in Salem" • May 2013 —Tour of 181h Century Merrior Square Restorations —Dublin, Ireland • June 2013 —Salem Trolley Tour of Salem • August 2013 0 Tour of Salem Properties managed by the Salem Housing Authority Larry Spang attended the following: • September 2012—Won-dor Corporation— 1hr/sliding doors in a means of egress • November 2012—Rigidized Metals Corporation—Textured metals for green building design • December 2012—Pvestone Company—Architectural design, construction and application • January 2013 —View, Inc. —Dynamic Electrochromic facades • February 2013 —Hager Companies—Architectural hardware 101 • February 2013 —Armstrong World Industries, Inc—Acoustical basics for design professionals • March 2013 —ASSA ABLOY Door Security Solutions—Aesthetically Designed Architectural Openings • March 2013 —Hager Companies—Door hardware submittals • March 2013 —Altro Floors—Flooring safety by design #1 • June 2013 —Donovan Harem LLP—Risk for Deisng Professionals on Design-Build Projects NATIONAL REGISTER PROGRAM PARTICIPATION PART C.1 CLG EVALUATIONS COMPLETED CLG evaluations were complete for the following properties: • 92-96 Lafayette Street • Greenlawn Cemetery PART C.2 NOMINATIONS National Register nominations were prepared and submitted to Massachusetts Historical Commission for: • 142 North Street (North Street Fire Station) • Point Neighborhood PART C.3 PUBLIC HEARINGS ` I There were no public hearings regarding nominations held in Salem during the fiscal year. PART CA PROFESSIONAL EXPERTISE Lisa Mausolf was hired in the last fiscal year to prepare a National Register nomination for 142 North Street (North Street fire station). The project was complete this fiscal year. North Shore CDC hired Community Opportunities Group (COG) to undertake the nomination of the Point Neighborhood to the National Register. j A r l f SURVEY AND INVENTORY OF HISTORIC PROPERTIES PART D.1 D.2 The survey form for the Salem Common/Washington Square was updated by CBI Consulting, Inc as part , of the Massachusetts Historical Commission Survey and Planning Grant for the creation of the Salem Common Fence Existing Conditions Study and Restoration Plan. The updated form includes information on restoration and repair work completed in recent history along with a reference to the anticipated MPPF project. PART D.3 INVENTORY STATUS There is no change in the status of the inventory in terms of its organization, storage, accessibility, etc. They are accessible for public view at the Department of Planning& Community Development located at 120 Washington Street. k PUBLIC PARTICIPATION PART E.1 COMMISSION MEETING DATES: July 18, 2012 August 1, 2012 August 15, 2012 September 5, 2012 September 19, 2012 October 3, 2012 October 17, 2012 November 7, 2012 December 19, 2012 Y January 2, 2013 January 16, 2013 February 6, 2013 February 20, 2013 March 6, 2013 March 27, 2013 April 3, 2013 May 1, 2013 May 15, 2013 June 5, 2013 June 26, 2013 PART E.3 ACCESSIBILITY OF MINUTES There has been no change in the accessibility of Commission minutes. They are accessible for public viewing at the Department of Planning&Community Development(located at 120 Washington Street). PART EA RULES, PROCEDURES, GUIDELINES On September 5, 2012, the Commission voted to change its meeting start time from 7:30pm to 7:OOpm starting on October 3, 2012.There were no other changes in rules,procedures or guidelines adopted by the Commission. PART E.2 OPEN MEETING LAW COMPLIANCE STATEMENT 1. All meetings of the CLGC have been open to the public. 2. A notice of the date,time and place of every meeting of the CLGC has been filed with the Clerk of the city or town in which the CLGC acts and a copy of such notice has been posted in the office of the Clerk on the principal bulletin board of each city or town at least 48 hours prior to the time of each meeting,excluding Sundays and legal holidays. 3. A record of every meeting,including executive sessions has been maintained by the CLGC, including the date,time,place,members present and actions taken at each meeting. - 4. All executive sessions,if any,have been held in compliance with M.G.L.C. 39,Section 23B. , 5. No chance meeting or social meeting has been used to circumvent the spirit or requirements of the Open Meeting Law or to discuss or act upon a matter over which the CLGC has supervision,control,jurisdiction,or advisory power. Date Chairperson,CLGC FUNDING OF CLG ACTIVITIES PART F.1 LOCAL FUNDING The annual local funding budget appropriation under the authority of the Salem Historical Commission was $8,166 for personnel services and $1,030 for non-personnel expenses. PART F.2 SURVEY AND PLANNING GRANT FUNDING The City was awarded a $11,500 Massachusetts Historical Commission Survey and Planning Grant in March, 2012 for the update of Historic Interpretive Panels in Salem Neighborhoods which is currently underway. The City was awarded a $4,000 Massachusetts Historical Commission Survey and Planning Grant in March 2013 to prepare a National Register of Historic Places nomination form for the Gxeenlawn Cemetery which is currently underway. PART F.3 OTHER FUNDING The City was awarded a $40,700 Massachusetts Historical Commission MPPF Grant in June 2012 for the Restoration of the Salem Common Fence which was completed in September 2013. The City was awarded a $65,000 Massachusetts Historical Commission MPPF grant in June, 2013 for exterior repairs and restoration to the North Street Fixe Station. In November 2012, Salem voters passed the Community Preservation Act, which requires that a portion of the funds be spent on historic preservation projects. No CPA funds were expended during this fiscal year. t :fi PART G OTHER ACTIVITIES The Commission provided letters of support for: - Salem Public Library application for a MHC MPPF grant to restore windows - City of Salem MHC MPPF grant application to make masonry repairs and restore windows at the North Street Fire Station - City of Salem MHC Survey and Planning grant application to create a National Register nomination form for the Greenlawn Cemetery - North Shore Community Development Coalition's request for Massachusetts Historic Rehabilitation Tax credits - Placing the Community Preservation Act on the November, 2012 ballot The Commission provided comment letters for: - Site amenities at the Causeway Park associated with the Salem/Beverly Transportation Project - Section 106 Review of the Legacy Park Apartments at Harmony Grove - Section 106 Review of the Peabody Essex Museum Utility Vault Construction - Clearance Memorandum for the MBTA Salem Intermodal Station as required by the Memorandum of Agreement 4.;