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CLG ANNUAL REPORT ® (LG . I - FY 2015 til ANNUAL REPORT �r MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION CITY OF SALEM CERTIFIED LOCAL GOVERNMENT ANNUAL REPORT JULY 1, 2014 -JUNE 30, 2015 :y y 4 k. ff. A 3 CERTIFIED LOCAL GOVERNMENT ANNUAL REPORT CITY OF SALEM,MASSACHUSETTS JULY 1, 2014 - JUNE 30, 2015 PART A - ENFORCEMENT OF LOCAL LEGISLATION 1. Cases Reviewed 2. Sample Minutes 3. Sample Decision PART B -ADEQUATE AND QUALIFIED LOCAL GOVERNMENT COMMISSION 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 3. Public Hearings 4. Professional Expertise PART D -SURVEY AND INVENTORY OF HISTORIC PROPERTIES 1. Survey Forms 2. Survey Work 3. Inventory Status PART E - PUBLIC PARTICIPATION 1. Commission Meeting Dates 2. Open Meeting Law Compliance Statement 3. Accessibility of Minutes 4. Rules, Procedures, Guidelines PART F - FUNDING OF CLG ACTIVITIES 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. 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Present were Jessica Herbert (Chair), Kathy Harper (Vice Chair), Laurie Bellin, David Hart, Susan Keenan, and Joanne McCrea. �S 2 Botts Court Mary and Stan Usovicz submitted an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness to construct a bike shed. The shed would mimic the design of the existing shed with the exception of the wood storage section. It would be painted to match the existing shed. Documents & Exhibits ' • Application: • Photographs: Ms. Herbert stated that the applicant was unable to attend tonight's meeting and has requested a continuance. VOTE: Ms. Bellin made a motion to approve the application, as submitted. Ms. McCrea seconded the motion. All were in favor, and the motion so carried. 115 Derby Street (Retire Becket House) The House of the Seven Gables Settlement Association submitted an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness to replace the roof rake boards, gutters and downspouts. The intent of the owner is to interpret the exterior of the house to its appearance in the second quarter of the 20a' century following its renovation to function as a tea house when it had a wood shingle roof. The work includes the following: - The existing deteriorated cement-asbestos roof shingles, will be replaced with wood shingles. - The deteriorated rake boards will be replaced with new single rake boards 5 ''/2" wide with square edges (i.e. not beaded) set on the existing blocking that keeps them slightly proud of the clapboards. - New copper base flashings interwoven with the singles will be installed. Any deteriorated clapboards that die into the gable rakes will be replaced, as necessary. A wood gutter and downspouts will be installed on the rear fagade to match the ones on the front of the ell. Kevin White was present. Documents & Exhibits • Application: 10/7/14 • Photographs: 10/7/14 • Historical photographs Mr. White stated that Spanish cedar Perfection 18" shingles will be utilized. ! Ms. Herbert asked if the Fire Marshall has any additional requirements besides the treated shingles. Mr. White responded that the ICC and MA building code only call for treated shingles. There was no public comment. Mr. Hart asked for clarification that the shingles will be wood,the flashings will be copper LCC, and the gutters will be copper lined wood. Mr. White responded in the affirmative. The downspouts will be wood surrounding copper downspouts. 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. 115 Derby Street (Hawthorne Birthplace) The House of the Seven Gables Settlement Association submitted an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness to replace the roof singles, rake boards, gutters and downspouts with a wood shingle roof and related details that are similar to the shingles on the hosue in late l91h century photogrpahs. The upper roof pitches have a 1:3 slope, which is marginal for wood shingles unless special provisions are taken. The minimize the risk of leaks, an ice and water shield membrane will be installed over the entire upper pitch sheathing surface, and the shignles will be installed at 4"to the weather rather than 5". The underlayment for the shingles will be 301b felts on the roof sheathing on the lower pictures and Ice and Water Shield over the entire surface of the uppoer pitches, then "Cedar Breather"mesh to ventilate the underside of the shignles, followed by fire retardance treated "Perfection Blue Label" West Red Cedar shigneles.A band of Ice and Water Shield will be installed along the eaves of the lower pitches. The cornice returns at the side gable facades are finished with flat boards rather than the crown moldings visible in the historic photographs. The proposed work will restore the returns with crown moldings matching the front cornice as shown in the historic photographs. The gable rake boards currently have moldings ont hem with modern profiles that are in poor condition. New r moldings of period-typical 180' century ogee profile will be installed on new base rake boards. Copper base flashings and 41b lead counter flashings will be installed around the central chimney. A roof hatch will be installed to access the roof. The hatch will have limited visibility from the ground. Kevin White was present. Documents & Exhibits • Application: 10/7/14 • Photographs: 10/7/14 • Historical photographs Mr. White stated that one notable detail in this application is that they would like to reconstruct the cornice return. There was no public comment. Mr. Hart asked for clarification that the roof with be red cedar with copper Ice or lead flashings, the gutters with be wood with copper lining and the downspouts will be copper surrounded by wood. Mr. White responded in the affirmative. VOTE: Mr. Hart made a motion to accept the application as submitted Ms. McCrea seconded the motion. All were in favor, and the motion so carried. 18 Washington Square West The Hawthorne Hotel submitted an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness to modify the hotel's main entrance for universal accessibility. The changes include the installation of a new ramped entrance to replace the existing temporary ramp, a lowered sidewalk, curb cut, and new handrails and planters along the ramp. John Goff and Juli Lederhaus were present. Documents & Exhibits • Application: 10/20/14 • Photographs: 10/20/14 • Drawings ■ Rendering Mr. Goff stated that they are proposing to make the main entrance accessible. The hotel was built in the 1920s. The issue is that there is currently a makeshift ramp that conceals a step, plus there is no hand rail along the sides of the ramp. This proposal mitigates this issue by making one continuous ramp from the current doorway to the street. The planters would be constructed out of stone. Ms. Herbert asked if there will be any signage. Rob Park, Salem resident and disability advocate, stated that he is a frequent visitor of the Hawthorne Hotel. The project was initiated by Juli and he has personally almost tipped his wheel chair coming out of the hotel in the winter. He is an enthusiastic supporter. He will look into whether signage is required for the entrance. Ms. Bellin asked if the other entrances will also be made accessible. Ms. Lederhaus responded that they would like to make the other entrances accessible at some point. However, at this time they are implementing just the main entrance. She added that the front entrance is the main point of arrival for visitors. Typically,the people who need the easier access are coming from the front. Mr. Hart asked about the Commission's jurisdiction, given that some of this work is at grade level. Ms. Herbert responded that any work that is at grade is outside the jurisdiction of the Commission. The Commission has jurisdiction to review the planters and railing. Ms. Harper added that the removal of the step would also be within the Commission's purview. Mr. Hart stated that he is concerned that the ramp extends,into crosswalk. Ms. Lederhaus stated that on the Essex Street side they currently have a curb dip and they know that it works. ?r Ms. Bellin asked if the design would remain the same if the curb cut is not allowed. Mr. Goff responded that he does not think it would. Mr. Goff stated that the railing will be black wrought iron. The spacing of the balusters is based off of the second story balustrade. The planters will be stepped up granite planters. Ms. Herbert suggested that fewer balusters would make it look less busy and allow the planters to be more visible. Rob Park spoke in support of the application. He would like to see the project approved so that the work can be completed. VOTE: Ms. Bellin made a motion to approve the removal of the ramp and underlying stair and the planter design and curbing. Ms. McCrea seconded the motion. All were in favor, and the motion so carried. VOTE: Ms. Bellin made a motion to continue discussion of the railing design. Ms. McCrea seconded the motion. All were in favor, and the motion so carried. 29 Washington Square North The John Bertram House Trustees submitted an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness to replace the existing 5' high board fence with a 7' 6"high flat board and lattice fence to screen the new HVAC units from view. Richard Griffin was present. Documents & Exhibits ■ Application: 10/16/14 • Photographs: 10/16/14 Mr. Griffin stated that the surrounding fences and the trim are white which is why the proposed fence is white. He has considered a stain for the fence. The height of the fence will be as high as necessary to hide the equipment. Ms. Harper asked if the fence will continue for the entire length of the fence. Mr. Griffin stated that the higher height will be for just 30' and then it will drop down to the existing lower fence. VOTE: Ms. Bellin made a motion to approve the 7'6" fence with lattice top,painted white. Mr. Hart seconded the motion. All were in favor, and the motion so carried 125 Derby Street As a continuation of the previous meeting, the Derby Street Condo Association submitted an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness to replace a rear wood gutter with an aluminum gutter. The gutter is 1'. limitedly visible from Derby Street. It is located on the back of the home and wraps around the right corner. Documents & Exhibits • Application: 9/18/14 • Photographs: 9/16/14 The applicants were not present. VOTE: Ms. Bellin made a motion to continue the application. Ms. McCrea seconded the motion. All were in favor, and the motion so carried. Community Preservation Plan As a continuation of a previous meeting, the Historical Commission was asked to review the existing t Community Preservation Plan and to submit any comments for the annual plan update. The deadline for comments is November 20. Ms. Herbert stated that Ms. Lovett drafted a letter to the Community Preservation Committee, to which the Commission can add comments. Ms. Bellin recommended edits to the second paragraph. Ms. Herbert asked Ms. McCrea if there were any comments that she had regarding the plan. Ms. McCrea stated that she didn't know of any additional buildings to be funded. Ms. Herbert suggest that a worthy project for CPA may be to match the historic plaque cost, if it is an eligible cost. Ms. McCrea stated that the Commission could submit that application for the next round of funding. VOTE: Ms. Bellin made a motion to approve the letter, as edited Ms. McCrea seconded the motion. All were in favor, and the motion so carried Other Business Correspondence Ms. Herbert reminded the Commission members of the training for Open Meeting Law being held on Saturday from 10-12pm. Mr. Hart stated that he had a conversation with a resident with who has a wooden shingle roof. The resident was told by a City employee that they needed an estimate from a contractor for the cost why they can't replace the wooden roof. Ms. Herbert stated that the Commission is not supposed to consider costs. Ms. Lovett stated that she spoke with that applicant and recommended that they bring to the meeting a contractor evaluation of the condition of the roof, not an estimate. Mr. Hart gave a summary of his trop to Quebec City where the Rice Building's double wooden windows a; were removed, full rehabbed, and then replaced. The building has more than 100 windows. He stated that it is a great example of preserving original windows. Ms. Lovett gave updates on the Common Fence and Preservation Plan project. A contractor has been hired to complete Phase II of the Common Fence restoration. This work will begin in the next month or so. The Preservation Plan project is also underway. The consultant, Community Opportunities Group, will be giving a presentation to the Commission at a future meeting. VOTE: There being no further business. Ms. McCrea made a motion to adjourn. Ms. Bellin seconded the motion. All were in favor, and the motion so carried. Respectfully submitted, Natalie BL Lovett Community Development Planner L 5 `1 SALEM HISTORICAL COMMISSION MINUTES November 19, 2014 A meeting of the Salem Historical Commission was held on Wednesday, November 19, 2014 at 7:00 pm at 120 Washington Street, Salem, MA. Present were Kathy Harper(Vice Chair), Laurie Bellin, David Hart, Larry Spang, and Jane Turiel. 125 Derby Street As a continuation of the previous meeting,the Derby Street Condo Association submitted an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness to replace a rear wood gutter with an aluminum gutter. The gutter is limitedly visible from Derby Street. It is located on the back of the home and wraps around the right corner. Documents & Exhibits • Application: 9/18/14 • Photographs: 9/16/14 Ms. Lovett stated that the applicant would like to continue their application to the next meeting. They have waived their right to a decision within 60 days. VOTE: Ms. Bellin made a motion to continue the application to the 1213114 meeting. Mr. Hart seconded the motion. All were in favor, and the motion so carried. 2 Botts Court Mary and Stan Usovicz submitted an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness to construct a bike shed. The shed would mimic the design of the existing shed, without the wood storage section. It would be painted to match the existing shed. Mary Usovicz was present. Documents & Exhibits • Application: 10/6/14 ■ Photographs: 10/6/14 Ms. Usovicz stated that a contractor would be completing the work. The shed will be exactly the same as the other shed, without the wood shed section. Mr. Hart asked for clarification on where the shed will be placed. Ms. Usovicz stated that the shed will be on the back left side of the house. It will block the view of the neighbor's fence. The shed will fit two bikes. Mr. Spang asked for clarification on the paint color. Ms. Usovicz responded that the shed will be painted forest green to match the house trim. Ms. Harper opened the discussion to public comment. Ms. Harper read into the record a letter from Winifred Wilkins, 5 Botts Court, in support of the application. Ms. Harper read into the record a letter of support from Jackeline Frederickson, 18 Federal Street,in support of the application. Ms. Harper read into the record a letter of support from Lou Siriani, 6 Botts Court, in support of the application. VOTE: Ms. Turiel made a motion to approve the application, as submitted. Ms. Bellin seconded the motion. All were in favor, and the motion so carried. 5 Monroe Street John Hermanski and Barbara Taylor submitted an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness to reconstruct a 2"d floor bay window balustrade. A balustrade previously existed over the second floor bay window, as evident in a photograph from 1890's. The new balustrade will be reconstructed using the photographs and pieces of the old balustrade that are in storage. John Hermanski and Barbara Taylor were present. Documents & Exhibits • Application: 10/22/14 • Photographs: 10/22/14 • Historic photographs from 1890s Mr. Hermanski showed a sample of a balustrade post he reproduced. He stated that the bay window was installed in 1890s and the balustrade was installed as a decorative piece. The balustrade will be painted to match the trim color, creamy white. There was no public comment. l VOTE: Mr. Hart made a motion to accept the application with the clarification that the balustrade will be painted to match the existing trim of the house. Ms. Turiel seconded the motion. All were in favor, and the motion so carried 396 Essex Street 93 Sue Benedict submitted an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness to install vents for a new high efficiency combination heat and hot water system. The intake and exhaust pipes penetrate the skirt board of the house. The pipes are 3" PVC, one pipe has an elbow facing down and the other pipe has a T. The terminating pipes will be painted to match the color of the house. A small sign will also be installed, as required by MA building code. Documents & Exhibits • Application: 10/27/14 ■ Photographs: 10/27/14 s Ms. Harper stated that the applicant was unable to attend the meeting and requested a continuance. VOTE: Mr. Hart made a motion to continue the application to the next meeting.. Ms. Turiel seconded the motion. All were in favor, and the motion so carried. Ms. Bellin abstained from the vote as an abutter. 33 Chestnut Street Thomas J. Vander Salm submitted an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness to install two new roof vents. The attic was recently insulated and the building code requires that vents be installed. There will be two (2) black, mushroom-shaped vents. The diameter will be 18" and the height 6". The vents will be on the back of the house facing Warren Street as indicated in the picture submitted with the application. John Seger, a neighbor of the applicant, was present on behalf of the applicants. Documents &Exhibits ■ Application: 10/28/14 : • Photographs: 10/28/14 Mr. Seger stated that the owner's attic was recently insulated through Mass Save. The top gable needs to be vented. The Mass Save contractor recommended an 18" diameter roof vent. The owners are the middle unit of 33 Chestnut Street. The vents will only be visible from Warren Street, and a garage limits the majority of the visibility. Mr. Spang asked if the roof was asphalt or slate. Mr. Seger responded that it is asphalt. They also need to install a vent for the bathroom, but he is unsure whether that was included on this application. Ms. Bellin noted that the application only states that it is for two vents. Mr. Spang asked if they knew the width of the pipe coming out of the roof. Mr. Seger responded that he is unsure. There was no public comment. Mr. Spang stated that he feels that an 18" vent feel large. He wonders if a different vent would be more appropriate. Mr. Hart stated that the applicant should submit a catalog cut for the vent. Mr. Spang added that the size of the vent pipe should be dictated by the building code. Mr. Seger responded that he believes the contractor recommended this vent size. VOTE: Mr. Hart made a motion to continue the application with the following information to be brought forward explore the code requirements for the pipe size and submit a catalok cut of the vent. Ms. Bellin seconded the motion. All were in favor, and the motion so carried. Mr. Seger asked if the Commission would want to see the Mass Save contractor calculations for the size of the vent. He showed the Commission a picture of the proposed vent. Mr. Hart responded in the affirmative. They want to know that the 18" is what is required by the code. F 7 River Street John and Carol Carr submitted an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness to replace their wooden roof with asphalt. The current wooden roof is over 25 years old. The proposed roofing is a GAF, 3-tab black asphalt roof. John and Carol Carr were present. Documents & Exhibits • Application: 10/30/14 • Photographs: 10/30/14 • Contractor proposal Mr. Can stated that he is proposing a 3-tab shingle. They were told that to replace the wood roof, it would cost approximately $60,000 versus $3,000-8,000 for the 3-tab. They worked with a contractor to try to find the leaks, but they were told that once you start removing damaged shingles other shingles will be damaged and need to be replaced. Mr. Carr stated that they used to have an asphalt roof and they installed a wood roof. The roof will be stripped down to the sheathing. Mr. Spang asked if the copper drip edge will be visible. Mr. Carr responded that he does not believe so. Public comment. Ms. Harper read into the record a letter of support form Ann Knight, I 1 River Street, in support of the application. VOTE: Mr. Hart made a motion to approve the application with the pro visa that the exposed aluminum flashing be no more than 3/e" Ms Turiel seconded the motion All were in favor, and the motion so carried. 5&7 Flint Street Ilse J. Peirce submitted an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness to install snow guard brackets along the roofline. The contractor, JB Kidney& Co., found that there are marked positions showing that there were previously snow guards and brackets on the roof. The new snow guard brackets will be custom fabricated to match the slate tile that it will replace. The snow fence will be custom fabricated from galvanized piping. The brackets and piping will be painted with an epoxy based paint prior to assembly. Only copper fastener nails and screws will be utilized. Ilse Pierce and Bruce McDonald were present. Documents & Exhibits ■ Application: 11/3/14 ■ Photographs: 11/3/14 Ms. Harper asked if entire house has a hip roof. Mr. McDonald responded in the affirmative. Ms. Harper asked for the height of the brackets off the roof. Mr. McDonald responded that the bracket would be approximately 6" high. He stated that the reason for the snow guards is that Ms. Pierce has been hit by snow and ice falling off of the roof. The color of the snow guards will be painted to match the color of the slate. There was no public comment. VOTE: Mr. Spang made a motion to approve the application, as submitted Ms. Turiel seconded the motion. All were in favor, and the motion so carried. ' 18 Washington Square West As a continuation of the previous meeting, the Hawthorne Hotel submitted an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness to modify the hotel's main entrance for universal accessibility. The changes include the installation of a new ramped entrance to replace the existing temporary ramp, a lowered sidewalk, curb cut, and new handrails and planters along the ramp. At the previous meeting, the Commission approved the installation of the planters and removal of the associated step. The Commission found that they did not have jurisdiction over the ramp, curb cut, or sidewalk. Discussion of the handrail design was continued. Documents & Exhibits • Application: 10/20/14 • Photographs: • Drawings • Rendering The applicant was not present. VOTE: Ms Bellin made a motion to continue the application. Mr. Hart seconded the motion. All were in favor, and the motion so carried Mr. Spang abstained from the vote. Other Business John Carr, Carol Carr and Jane Arlander asked to speak with the Commission about a concern they have with - a sidewalk repair in the McIntire District. The new owner of the 94 Federal Street requested that the City repair a section of sidewalk. The existing sidewalk was concrete, even though the rest of the neighborhood has brick sidwalks. The City Engineer told the owner that the sidewalk would be repaved in-kind, with concrete. The owner offered to pay to upgrade to brick however the City stated that it would only repair with concrete. The Federal Street Neighborhood Association will be proposing a change to the Ordinance and calling the Engineer to the City Licensing Board. They will be coming back before the Commission to request a letter of support. Councilor Sargeant is also aware of the issue. Mr. Spang noted that in Boston there is a process for making changes to sidewalks. Something similar may ; be appropriate for Salem. Ms. Bellin noted that under Chapter 40C, the Commission has no jurisdiction over sidewalks. Mr. Hart asked Ms. Lovett to research 6 Federal Court, and their history of applications. The property has multiple code violations and is suffering from demolition by neglect. Ms. Arlander stated that Tom St. Pierre, the City Building Inspector, has visited the property and the owners have hired Essex Restoration to bring the property just up to code. Approval of Minutes VOTE: Ms. Bellin made a motion to approve the minutes of 10/15/14 with comments. Mr. Hart seconded the motion. All were in favor, and the motion so carried Correspondence Ms. Bellin requested that Ms. Lovett send the Commission members the language from the ordinance that states that the visibility is limited from the public ways mentioned within the district. Mr. Hart agreed and added that if that is the case, the Commission should petition to change the ordinance to include visibility from all public way. VOTE: There being no further business, Ms. Bellin made a motion to adjourn. Ms. Turiel seconded the motion. All were in favor, and the motion so carried. Respectfully submitted, Natalie BL Lovett Community Development Planner SALEM HISTORICAL COMMISSION MINUTES May 6, 2015 A meeting of the Salem Historical Commission was held on Wednesday, May 6, 2015 at 7:00 pm at 120 Washington Street, Salem, MA. Present were Jessica Herbert (Chair), Kathy Harper, David Hart, Larry Spang, Joanne McCrea and Susan Keenan. Arriving later in the meeting was Laurie Bellin. 122 Federal Street Meg Twohey and Darrow Lebovici submitted an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness to reconstruct existing fence and posts with the same materials and paint color, located between the Lynn Street corner and the entryway to the walkway on Federal Street. The only design change proposed is to add a cap to the reconstructed portion of fence and on the small section of fence to the right of the entry(which does not need to be replaced). The proposed cap will be identical to the cap added to other sections previously approved. Darrow Lebovici was present. Documents & Exhibits • Application submitted 4/1/15 • Photographs Mr. Lebovici stated that, in March,Northside Carting backed into the fence and crushed it. He wants to replace the fence and add the cap that is on the rest of the fencing that was approved several years ago in the back along Lynn Street. He also wants to add the cap on the little section to the right of the gate. Mr. Spang asked if it is a different fence type. Mr. Lebovici stated that they are all picket fences; the difference is that the tops of the pickets were lopped and the cap was added. Mr. Spang asked if they will replace the little piece of fence to match or just add a cap. Mr. Lebovici stated that they are proposing to put the cap on without replacing the fence; if the contractor can't, they will replace that section. Mr. Spang asked if the post will stay the same. Mr. Lebovici replied in the affirmative. MOTIONNOTE: Ms. McCrea made a motion to approve replacement of fence located between Ly Street corner and entry to walkway on Federal Street to replicate existing with the exception that a cap will be added to match the cap existing on other fence sections of the property and addition of cap to the small section offence to the right of entry (replace section in kind if needed). Ms. Keenan seconded the motion. All were in favor, and the motion so carried 53 Summer Street Chris and Stacey Norkun submitted an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness to replace and repair failed roof on the main and secondary structure (barn). The proposal is for either GAF Timberline HD Lifetime architectural style shingles or Slateline in Antique Slate or Camelot 11 in either Antique Slate or Charcoal. The application is also to re-flash both chimneys and skylight, repair skylight as needed and repair sidewalls and remove/reattach clapboard as needed. Stacey Norkun was present. Documents & Exhibits • Application submitted 4/13/15 • Photographs • Coastal Windows & Exteriors, Inc. Roofing Contract dated 3/31/15 • GAF Timberline catalog Ms. Norkun stated that after chatting with Ms. Guy, she realized architectural is not preferred by the Commission and that Slateline has been approved in the past. They are proposing Antique Slate, which is the closest color to what is on the roof now. She stated that she was told by contractors that it has the least amount of contrast. Mr. Spang asked if the skylight repairs will be visible, Ms. Norkun stated that it is not visible from the street. Mr. Hart asked if both the house and barn roofs will be the same Slateline shingle. Ms. Norkun replied in the affirmative. She noted that the main house roof is currently leaking and the barn roof has hole in it. MOTIONNOTE: Mr. Hart made a motion to approve replacement of roof on main structure and barn with GAF Slateline in Antique Slate as well as re-flashing both chimneys and skylight repair skylight if needed repair sidewalls and remove/reattach clapboard as needed all to replicate existing Ms Keenan seconded the motion. All were in favor, and the motion so carried Ms. Bellin joined the meeting at this time. 161 Federal Street On behalf of Dan Botwinik/161 Federal Street, LLC, Epsilon Associates, Inc. submitted an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness for improvements to the former Saint James Rectory, including renovations associated with a new residential use. The project will include repairing and repainting (same colors as t existing) the exterior wood clapboard siding, retaining and repairing the existing wood windows and doors and replacing missing or damaged slates from the roof with in-kind materials. A new roof dormer will be added to the rear(south) slope of the hip roof to provide adequate clearance at the attic level. Documents & Exhibits • Application submitted 4/21/15 . Photographs ■ Ganek Architects, Inc. drawings dated 4/17/15 Mr. Botwinik was present and requesting a continuance. He stated that he will be hosting an open house at the property on May 13`h from 6-8pm. MOTION/VOTE: Ms. McCrea made a motion to continue the application. Ms. Keenan seconded the motion. All were in favor, and the motion so carried. 170 Federal Street Timothy Obert and Matthew Obey submitted an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness to replace missing garage doors and replace the damaged basement bulk-head door. The garage doors will be custom wooden doors that swing open similar to a garage on Fowler Street. The bulkhead door is not visible from the street and will be replaced with one similar in style. The applicant could not be present. Documents & Exhibits • Application submitted 4/17/15 • Photographs • Mortgage inspection plan dated 7/16/14 Mr. Spang questioned what hardware they would be using. Joyce Wallace, 172 Federal Street, stated that she was in support of the application. She stated that the applicants are trying to do things in the correct way and have done wonderful job cleaning up. Ms. Bellin stated that the hardware will be black; therefore, it won't be as visible. MOTION/VOTE: Mr. Hart made a motion to approve replacement of missing garage doors with custom wooden doors per photographs submitted painted black conditional that the hardware be as shown in the photograph (any changes in design including hardware from the photo will require further approved by the Commission) and replacement of basement bulk-head door (not visible from the public wav). Ms. Bellin seconded the motion. All were in favor, and the motion so carried 11 Orne Square Sean and Ana Monahan submitted an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness to add a wood frame 1- story vestibule to the rear of the building, minimally visible from the public way. Siding will be wood "novelty siding",,alternateclapboards with corner board, fiberglass charcoal gray roof, Brosco or equal windows, wood porch railings with a color to be determined. Documents & Exhibits • Application submitted 4/8/15 • Photographs • Brosco catalog cuts ■ Anderson& McQuaid Co., Inc. custom moulding profiles catalog cut • Novelty siding internet printout • North Shore Survey Corporation plot of land dated 4/14/15 • Drawings dated 4/6/15, Helen F. Sides, Architect LLC Ms. Guy stated that she received an email from the applicants withdrawing their application. Other Business Requests for Letters of Support Ms. Guy provided a draft letter of support for The House of the Seven Gables for the Massachusetts Preservation Projects Fund. VOTE: Ms. Bellin made a motion to send a letter of support. Ms. McCrea seconded the motion. All were in favor, and the motion so carried. Mr. Hart stated that he submitted a proposal for the project and abstained from voting. Approval of minutes VOTE: Ms. McCrea made a motion to approve the minutes of April 1, 2015. Mr. Spang seconded the motion, all were in favor and the motion so carried. VOTE: Ms. Keenan made a motion to approve the minutes of April 15, 2015. Mr. Hart seconded the motion, all were in favor and the motion so carried. Correspondence Ms. Guy stated that a letter was received from Massachusetts Historical Commission notifying the Commission that it did not select James Treadwell to receive a 2015 Preservation Award. Ms. Guy stated that a copy of a letter was received from the Public Archaeology Laboratory, send to MHC, regarding the Algonquin Gas Transmission, LLC Salem Lateral Project, requesting concurrence that the proposed workspace areas have no effect on historic properties. Ms. McCrea stated that she wanted to alert the Commission that there was a meeting of the Essex Street Neighborhood Association regarding lighting in the city attended by Jeff Elie. She stated that the City is looking to replace lighting and that the Commission may want to think about appropriate lighting for area. Ms. Guy stated that she would talk with Mr. Elie and send the Commission information. Ms. Herbert stated that HSI's annual preservation awards are coming up. She stated that she got an email to serve on the committee to review projects. She asked if anyone want to serve, noting that the meetings are usually during day. Ms. McCrea stated that she would volunteer if she does not have a conflict. Ms. Harbor stated, while it is not exactly the Commission's purview, that she would like to know if the wind turbines on the South Harbor Garage are in use any longer and, if not, can they be taken down or moved to the back. Ms. Guy stated that she would look into it. k� Mr. Spang stated that for the North Street fire station, he is wrestling with the contractor to finish the project, but that the overall work done by the city has come out nice. He noted that it was a terrific job of replacing the arched window in the center with a new mahogany window. VOTE: There being no further business, Ms. McCrea made a motion to adiourn. Ms. Bellin seconded the motion. All were in favor, and the motion so carried. Respectfully submitted, Jane A. Guy �r PART A.3 SAMPLE DECISION Salem Historical Commission 120 WASHtN(TU4 SIPEF.`r,SW.Et.1,M+vSSAd'H4SEt S 01970 09797 e'ri• FAX{R-ea 749Z0r,04 It is Iteaeby certified€Itat the"cin Historical Commission has deterinined that the prop(sed: CI t or',tttuctifrzg a Moving 0 Reconstruction IM Aherntion 0 Dantolition 0 Painting Ci S gnagc 0 Other work as described below=will be appropriate to the presemidon of said Historic District,as:per the aeclmrentennis set _ fortb in Ilie'Historie lJisfriats Act(I i u.L.Ch.40C)and the Saler Historic Distrivf,s Ordinance- Districl Washinielon Situ", Address of Prope^v.1,9 Wishinglon Square North - .„...,,..„,........,._,..na..a._,..n...�._..n...._......_.n. New of Record Oceroier:John Bertram Howe Tnei v s Description o{Work Proposed: peptace the exiye rn;5'highfencc with a t'G',highdirt board,kative tap fence to s heard the meta 1 tP lC a7±x em, as detaikl hi the drar7ings dated]JIVY, 'Yee fence Wit bestained white. Mord• November 6.2014 SALUM hIISTORTt'AT C70ARN4JSSt(`)N &,Iral ,Che huatacv mici hasthe option not to commence,the work(tuilx to re5rrluirag an 4)utytan44117 violation), nark car unenced ltnist lac compacted u>itlaht t)t1e}cut 1i}t this 3atc tinlc s athcrwis indica e1, THIS IS NC)"C A I3I5TTT TING�PERTa111' Please be sure to abtain the appropriate hermits from die Inspector Of , aiuildings((ix atny other tlecesS"'petinita or uppnovaTs)prior to commencing tvotrk. r" ADEQUATE AND QUALIFIED LOCAL GOVERNMENT COMMISSION PART B.1 RESUMES F. REED CUTTING,Jr. '14 Clifton Ave. Salem,MA01970 - 978 745 3239 attomeycutting@@gmail.com EDUCATION _ Massachusetts School of Law-Juns Doctor Degree.December 2009 Harvard University Extension School-Bachelor of Arts Degree.June 2006 INTERNSHIP Essex County District Attorney.Lynn District Court.June 2009 to December 2009 TRIAL COMPETITIONS California Attorneys for Criminal Justice_U.S.Court House,Los Angeles.October 2008 - Amencan Attorneys for Justice_U S.District Court,Boston February 2009 _ POLITICAL POSITIONS and COMMUNITY SERVICE Town of Marblehead Old and Historic Districts Commission,Member 2007-present Town of Marblehead Board of Selectmen.Elected to three one year terms 1996-1999 Town of Marblehead Old Ironsides Committee-Chairman 19964997 City of Salem Historic Commission-member 2015 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Cutting and Story LLC 2014-present Partner • All responsibilities and obligations associated with partnership in a law firm Civil Law Massachusetts Department of Unemployment Assistance Examiners • Appearing before the Marblehead Zoning Board of Appeals • Conducting and responding to all discovery issues including Superior Court Rule 9a matters • Appearing in District Court, Housing Court.,Housing Authorities and before • Housing Court representation of landlords and tenants • MGL Chapter 93A Consumer Protection Matters Associate_Attorney with Mark W.Barry&Assoc. 2010-2014 Criminal Law • Conducting client intake interviews • Doing legal research,writing motors and supporting memoranda • Appearing in Superior Court and District Court including Roxbury Salem,Newburyport, Barnstable and Taunton • Vatting and hiring handwriting and forensic scientific experts • Magistrate Hearings,Bail Arguments,Anti-Harassment Order Hearings,Motions Hearings. MFS Investment Management Region?Safes Representative 199U-2006 • Worked as an internal mutual funds wholesaler for several regions in the US • Held Series 6 and 63 Licenses. PART B.2 SALEM HISTORICAL COMMISSION MEMBERSHIP As of 6/30/15, 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 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 Jane Turiel, alternate - Bookkeeper Reed Cutting, alternate -Attorney PART B.4 VACANCIES/APPOINTMENTS Mr. Cutting was appointed as an alternate member on May 14, 2015. As of June 30, 2015, there are no vacancies. PART B.5 CLG TRAINING SESSIONS/WORKSHOPS Jessica Herbert attended the following: • Dec 2014—Christmas in Salem—Historic Salem, Inc. —Salem,MA—Tours of ten historic houses.Acted as an Interpreter and Tour Guide • Continuing research for publication on Historic Houses and vineyard Crozet,VA • April 2015- Hampton,VA - Guide for Historic Houses tour • Nov 2014- Old Town Alexandrea,VA -Lecture and Tour at Carlisle House • Ongoing consultation for restoration of Historic Houses Larry Spang attended the following: • June 2015—CPI Daylighting,Inc.—Translucent Daylighting Design Solutions—Building&Energy Code Compliance • April 2015 —RAB Lighting—Qualifying LED Luminaires • April 2015 — Society for College and University Planning— Strategically Planning a New Campus Building Type: Academic Innovation Center • April 2015 — Society for College and University Planning — City as Campus: Two Fenway Institutions, One Vibrant Neighborhood 0 April 2015 —Society for College and University Planning—Campus Planning in Providence • April 2015 — Society for College and University Planning — Aligning the Stars — Creating a Transformative Arts Facility at WCSU • April 2015 — Society for College and University Planning — Wasted Time: The Leaning of the Planning Process • April 2015 — Society for College and University Planning — 2Pt Century Libraries in Context: Research,Teaching, Service, and Community • April 2015 —Technical Glass Products — Form, Function & Fire Safety: A Clearer View of Fire- Rated Glazing and Framing • March 2015—Rockfon—Suspended Ceilings and Acoustical Solutions using stone wool • Nov 2014—Arrowstreet, Inc. —The Net Zero Imperative Part One • Nov 2014—ASSA ABLOY Door Security Solutions—Opening the Door to Transparency • Oct 2014—Crossville Porcelain Stone/USA—Thin Porcelain • Oct 2014—Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute—Precast/Prestressed Parking Structure Design • Oct 2014—The Coxe Group—Best Sustainability Practices Symposium • Oct 2014—The Coxe Group—Best Practices Symposium • Sept 2014—Arrowstreet, Inc. —Historic Boston/Cambridge Tour • Aug 2014—Arrowstreet,Inc.—Exterior Envelope Design Considerations—A focus on Energy and Building Code Compliance • Aug 2014—Arrowstreet,Inc.—Newforma-Construction Administration Best Practices Roundtable Discussion • Aug 2014 — Paradigm Window Solutions — An Overview of Vinyl Window Construction and Thermal Performance • July 2014—Arrowstreet, Inc.—EUI and Load Reduction: Intro to Energy Efficient Design • July 2014—Stone Peak Ceramics—Porcelain Tile—The Greenest Choice for Flooring • July 2014—Specialty Products Group—LEEDing the Way Through Green Concrete David Hart attended the following: • 2015—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 • 2014—Historic Salem, Inc. Board of Directors - Salem, MA - Meet once a month to discuss historic preservation issues in the Salem, MA area. • 2015 —The Salem Athenaeum Board of Trustees—Salem, MA—Meet once a month to discuss preservation and conservation of 1907 building. • August 2015 —Tour Fort Trumbull—New London, CT—Visit 2002 restoration/conservation of 1858 fort • Sept 2014— Glass House—New Canaan, CT—Visited 1949 Glass House by Philip Johnson • Sept 2014—Macy-Colby House—Essex Heritage County Days—Amesbury,MA —Visited the Macy-Colby House (1649,remodeled in 1740) • Sept 2014—John Greenleaf Whittier House—Essex Heritage County Days —Amesbury, MA— Visited the 1829 house • Sept 2014—Essex Heritage County Days—Danvers,MA—Visited the Judge Samuel Holten House (1670) • Oct 2014—Pickering House Sunday—Salem,MA—Drs. Emerson Baker and Peter Sablock of Salem State University spoke about their 2014 Geophysical Remote Sensing findings and assess the evidence for the locations of an older house on the property. w. 4- • Oct 2014—Association for Preservation Technology International Conference— Quebec Ctiy, Quebec—Four day conference, paper presentations, field visits, toured historic architecture of gl Quebec, Citadel. • Nov 2014—Training—Salem, MA—Attended open meeting law, sunshine ordinance, and the conflict of interest law preservation/training at Old Town Hall • Dec 2014—Christmas in Salem—Historic Salem, Inc. —Salem, MA—Tours of ten historic houses. Acted as House Captains for one house on tour. • Jan 2014—Training—Traditional Building Conference Online Education webinar—Historic window treatment. Assessment, research, evaluate, codes, legal, planning,repair or replace, planning a solution,replacement challenges, design solutions,retention preferable, storm window systems, certified insert replacement,full replacement. • Feb 2015—Fort Myers, FL—Visited Henry Ford/Thomas Edison winter home museums. • April 2015 —Milan, Rome, Ostia Antiqua, Orvieto,Pitigliano, Italy—Visited multiple historic building and sites in these areas over a two week period. Guided tours of Roman Forum, Ostia Antiqua. • May 2015—Miami Beach, FL—Toured Art Deco district with guide. Laurie Bellin attended the following: • Dec 2014—Christmas in Salem—Historic Salem, Inc. —Salem, MA—Tours of ten historic houses. Acted as House Captains for one house on tour. Kathy Harper attended the following: • Sept 2014—Madame John's Legacy- 632 Dumaine St. New Orleans, LA—Visited the 18th century french creole style house v NATIONAL REGISTER PROGRAM PARTICIPATION PART C.1 CLG EVALUATIONS COMPLETED CLG evaluations were complete for the following properties: • Point Neighborhood Historic District • Buffum Street District PART C.2 NOMINATIONS National Register nominations were prepared and submitted to Massachusetts Historical Commission for: • Greenlawn Cemetery • Point Neighborhood Historic District PART C.3 PUBLIC HEARINGS There were no public hearings regarding nominations held in Salem daring the fiscal year. PART CA PROFESSIONAL EXPERTISE No professional services were obtained this year to review National Register nominations. SURVEY AND INVENTORY OF HISTORIC PROPERTIES PART D.1 t D.2 An inventory form was updated for the Buffum Street area in April 2015. 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. a. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION PART E.1 COMMISSION MEETING DATES: July 2, 2014 August 6, 2014 August 20, 2014 September 3, 2014 September 17, 2014 October 1, 2014 October 15, 2014 November 5, 2014 November 19, 2014 December 3, 2014 December 17, 2014 January 7, 2015 January 21, 2015 February 18, 2015 March 1, 2015 April 1, 2015 April 15, 2015 May 6, 2015 May 20, 2015 June 3, 2015 June 17, 2015 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 a6 There were no changes in rules,procedures or guidelines adopted by the Commission. T. PART E.2 OPEN NI STING LAW COWIJANCE STATEWNT I Alt meetings of(be CLOC Inve been open to the public, 2, A notice of the date.time and place of every meeting of the,CLGC has been filml with Ifte Clerk of the oily fir ulwn in which the CL OC acts and a copy of such notice hos been ilogial in the offiw of the Clerk ork the principal bulletin board of each city or town at lCasa 48 hours Iniorto the time of each ineeiing,excludingV,Sluntays and legal holidays, I A rccti)rd of ovcTy meeting, inchnfing cxcouivc sessioashas Imm maintained by tile CLGC,',, including the date,time,place,mcmilm Present and Ktka),taken at e,'oh ftreeli0g, 4. All exoculivv.as ons, if any,]love been held in compliance wahM.G.L. C, il),Section 23fl, 5. No chance mooting or-social tweeting has be" used to CiNtullvenT Inc Spirit OTMquircrncm� of fln;Open Mccring Ltm or lo discuss arae(upon a matter ovu soh:ch flie FUNDING OF CLG ACTIVITIES PART F.1 LOCAL FUNDING The annual local funding budget appropriation under the authority of the Salem Historical Commission getaPProP was $8, 477 for personnel services and$1,000 for non-personnel expenses. PART F.2 SURVEY AND PLANNING GRANT FUNDING The City was awarded a $32,000 Massachusetts Historical Commission Survey and Planning Grant in March 2014 to update the City's Preservation Plan,which is currently underway. The City was awarded,a $12,500 Massachusetts Historical Commission Survey and Planning Grant in March 2015 to undertake a topographic survey of Fort Pickering at Winter Island,which is currently underway. PART F.3 OTHER FUNDING The City was awarded a$50,000 Massachusetts Historical Commission MPPF Grant in June 2014 for a phase 2 restoration of the Salem Common Fence.An additional$12,000 was later added to the grant award for a total of$62,000. In June 2015 the City's second round of Community Preservation Act projects were voted on and approved by the City Council. The projects receiving funding included: • Harbor and Lafayette Homes $100,000 • Salem Council Chambers Historic Artwork Conservation/Restoration $25,000 • Greenlawn Cemetery: Dickson Memorial Chapel Restoration $86,000 • Charter Street Burial Ground Preservation/Improvement$90,550 • House of the 7 Gables: Hawthorne Birthplace Roofing Project$19,850 • Hamilton Hall Window Restoration $20,000 • Salem Common Fence Restoration$60,000 • Forest River Conservation Area Trail Infrastructure Upgrades $15,000 • McGlew Park Redesign$79,000 • Mary Jane Lee Park Improvements $85, 575 • Camp Naumkeag Rehabilitation Master Plan $25,000 • Bates Elementary School Playground $45,000 PART G OTHER ACTIVITIES The Commission provided letters of support for: • 161 Federal Street, LLC's request for Massachusetts Historic Rehabilitation'Fax credits • North Shore Community Development Coalition's request for Massachusetts Historic Rehabilitation Tax credits • Renewal Ventures,LLC's request for Massachusetts Historic Rehabilitation Tax credits • ZXE, LLC's request for Massachusetts Historic Rehabilitation Tax credits for 148 Washington St • House of the Seven Gables Round 21 MPPF application • City of Salem's Round 21 MPPF application for Dickson Memorial Chapel • Salem Public Library's Round 21 MPPF application • City of Salem's FY 2015 Survey and Planning Grant application for Fort Pickering topographic survey • The FY15 update of the Community Preservation Plan • Community Preservation Act grant applications: o Conservation and Restoration of Historic Artwork at City Hall o Dickson Memorial Chapel restoration o Salem Common Fence restoration o Charter Street Burial Ground preservation and improvements The Commission provided comment letters for: • Telecommunications installation at 217 Essex Street • Rehabilitation of 131 Bridge Street using Community Development Block Grant funds • Salem Probate and Family Court request for a variance from the Americans with Disabilities Act • Mothballing of the former Superior Court and County Commissioner's Building