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MBTA INTERMODAL STATION I nc9 r�� I a R Devil L. Patrick,Governor T Timothy P Murray, Lt. Governor - Richard A Davey, MassDOT Secretary 6 CEO Jonathan R. Davis,Acting General Manager w Massatlfusetts oepartmeM or Transportation and Rail is Transit Administrator Rail 8 Transit Division December 27, 2012444 b?`*� D�� "s The Honorable Kimberley Driscoll �F� Mayor's OfficeOFp �OJ� Salem City Hall 93 Washington Street g ZF� g Salem, MA 01970 C) fFn Dear Mayor Driscoll: Attached please find a final executed copy of the Memorandum of Agreement that was developed between the MBTA and the Massachusetts Historical Commission (MHC) which lays out the terms and conditions by which we will handle the impacts to historic properties that will result from the construction and operation of the new Salem Intermodal Station. The MOA has now been signed by the two agencies as well as by the two Concurring Parties (the City of Salem as well as Historic Salem Inc.) Again, we appreciate the assistance of the City of Salem on this project. You and your staff have been incredibly cooperative in accommodating us given our very tight timeline on the project. Your attention to the project and your assistance have made it possible to keep this Project properly scheduled and on track. If you have any questions,please do not hesitate to contact me at 617-222-3126 or by email atabrennan0mbta om. Sin ely, P Andrew D. Brennan Director of Environmental Affairs Attachment cc: Lynn Duncan,Salem Department of Planning and Community Development Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority Leading the Nation in Transportation Excellence Ten Park Plaza,Suite 3910, Boston, MA 021 16 MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION AND THE MASSACHUSETTS BAY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY REGARDING THE SALEM INTERMODAL STATION SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS WHEREAS, the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) proposes to build the Salem Intermodal Station (the "Project'); and WHEREAS, the Massachusetts Historical Commission (MHC) has determined the Project is an undertaking that will have an effect upon historic properties, which are the Salem Railroad Signal Tower and the underground identified remains of the Boston and Maine Railroad roundhouse and tumtable and the documented location of the Essex/Eastem Railroad engine house and turntable; and WHEREAS, the MHC has concurred that the Salem Railroad Signal Tower is listed in the State Register of Historic Places and the remains of the Boston and Maine Railroad roundhouse and turntable meet the eligibility requirements for listing in the National Register of Historic Places (the "National Register eligible properties") in accordance with National Register eligibility criteria (36 CFR 63); and WHEREAS, MHC has identified the City of Salem and Historic Salem, Inc. (HSI), as potential consulting parties to the proposed undertaking and have been invited to concur with this Agreement; and WHEREAS, the MHC has requested and the MBTA has agreed to provide project information to the Salem Historic Commission (SHC), on behalf of the City of Salem, HSI and The Salem Partnership (TSP) for review and comment as outlined in the stipulations contained within this Agreement; and WHEREAS, the Project includes the exterior rehabilitation of the Salem Railroad Signal Tower; and WHEREAS, the Project will necessitate the demolition of a significant portion of the remains of the Boston and Maine Railroad roundhouse and turntable and the Essex/Eastern Railroad engine house and tumtable; and WHEREAS, MHC has determined that the demolition of a portion of National Register eligible properties constitutes an adverse effect pursuant to 950 CMR 71.05; and WHEREAS, the Massachusetts Environmental Policy Act ("MEPA") requires, under its implementing regulations at 301 CMR 11.03(10), the preparation of an Environmental Notification Form for any project that proposes the demolition of all or any exterior part of any historic structure listed in or located in any historic district listed in the State Register of Historic Places or the Inventory of Historic and Archaeological Assets of the Commonwealth; unless the Project is subject to a determination of "no adverse effect" by the MHC or is consistent with a Memorandum of Agreement with the MHC; and WHEREAS, the MBTA and MHC have consulted regarding the potential adverse effects of the Project to the National Register eligible properties, have examined alternatives, and have concluded that, subject to compliance with the terms of this Agreement, there are no prudent and feasible measures or altematives which would eliminate the need for the demolition of a portion of the National Register Page 1 eligible properties, but that steps can be taken to minimize or mitigate the potential adverse effects of such demolition; and WHEREAS, MHC has determined to accept the adverse effect of the Project on the historic properties, in consideration of the mitigation described herein; and Now, THEREFORE, the MBTA and MHC agree that the Project shall be undertaken and implemented in accordance with the following stipulations in order to take into account the potential effect of the undertaking on historic properties, in accordance with M.G.L. Chapter 9, Section 26-27C, 950 CMR 71.00 et seq., and MEPA (301 CMR 11.03(10)). STIPULATIONS The MBTA will ensure that the following mitigation measures are carried out: 1. Archaeological Data Recovery Program An archeological data recovery program that meets the professional archaeological standards in 950 CMR 70 shall be established for the Project. The program shall include the following elements: • A qualified professional archaeologist will conduct an archaeological data recovery program to mitigate the adverse effects of the project on the Salem North River Railroad archaeological site. The data recovery will be guided by a set of research questions designed to collect information relating to the roundhouse site's history and period of occupancy; engineering and architectural design; and material culture. The research design and testing methodology will be approved by the MHC under the state archaeological permit regulations 950 CMR 70/71. • Archival research will be conducted to supplement the regional and local railroad contexts and site history presented in the intensive survey/site examination survey report. • Field investigations will include: machine stripping, targeted hand excavations, and site mapping and photography for the 5,033 square meter (54,175 square foot) site area depicted on Figure 5-1 of the PAL July 2012 report and in accordance with the 30% design plans where avoidance is not deemed feasible. This area encompasses the identified remains of the Boston and Maine Railroad roundhouse and turntable as well as the documented area of the Essex/Eastern Railroad engine house and turntable to the west. • Laboratory processing and analyses will be conducted on all portable cultural materials recovered during the data recovery excavations. Non-portable objects will be thoroughly measured, drawn, and photographed as part of the cultural material assemblage identified at the site. • A technical report for data recovery will be prepared in accordance with federal and state guidelines for archaeological investigations. The technical report will present the results and interpretations of the archival research, field investigations, and Page 2 artifact analyses, and will address the site's research questions in local and regional contexts. 2. Rehabilitation of the Salem Railroad Signal Tower The Salem Railroad Signal Tower will be rehabilitated in accordance with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation. The MHC, SHC, HSI and TSP will be afforded the opportunity to review plans for the rehabilitation of the Signal Tower at the design development and construction document phases of the project. Upon completion of the MBTA's Signal Tower Rehabilitation work, the MBTA will develop a Request for Proposal (RFP) for private or public parties who may be willing, at their own expense, to undertake the required renovations to the Signal Tower to allow for the productive occupancy of the structure in keeping with the new project purpose. The RFP will include directives that the chosen candidate would be required to perform any work on the Signal Tower in accordance with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation (36 CFR 67). The MHC, SHC, HSI and the TSP will be afforded the opportunity to review the draft RFP for the Signal Tower prior to it being released to the public. 3. Construction Management Plan The Construction Management Plan will include measures to protect the Salem Railroad Signal Tower during construction. Construction drawings and specifications will include stipulations to protect the structure, including survey of the structure prior to excavation commencing, installation of physical barriers, and implementation of a geotechnical monitoring program. The final Construction Management Plan will be developed in cooperation with the Construction Manager and submitted to MHC, SHC, HSI and TSP for review and comment when available. 4. Design Review of New Construction MHC, SHC, HSI and TSP will be afforded the opportunity to review plans for the Project at the 60% and 90% design development and construction document phases of the project. 5. Project Conservator A Project Conservator will be appointed to the project design team by the MBTA. The Project Conservator's responsibilities will include overseeing the work associated with the Salem Railroad Signal Tower to verify compliance with construction documents and agreements with public agencies, including the implementation of protective measures and the rehabilitation of the structure. The Project Conservator will meet the Secretary of the Interior's professional historic preservation qualifications. 6. Public Education/Outreach and Site Interpretation Public education/outreach and site interpretation components will include: • Production of a website home page for the MBTA and/or SHC with links to various work products including a short popular report; site visits by local schools during the archaeological investigations and/or preparation of a local educational curriculum; Page 3 I , and local lecture/slide show for presentation to local historical commission/societies and other interested groups. • Interpretative signage including the development of text, graphics, and layout relating to the railroad roundhouse site history, engineering, architecture, and material culture will be manufactured and installed at a convenient location for public viewing at the commuter rail station site platform/parking area. The content of the interpretive signage as well as their locations will be developed in conjunction with MHC, SHC, HSI and TSP who will be given the opportunity to review and comment on the signage. Execution of this Agreement by the signatories listed below and the implementation of its terms by the MBTA shall be full and sufficient evidence that the MBTA has consulted with the MHC and satisfied the requirements of M.G.L. Chapter 9, Section 26-27C, as amended by Chapter 254 of the Acts of 1988 and implementing regulations at 950 CMR 71.00 and MEPA (at 301 CMR 11.03(10)). Page 4 i SIGNATORIES: MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION By: 5414 — Date: Brona Simon, Executive Director J Page 5 MASSACHUSETTS BAY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY By: Date: J athan R. Davis, Acting General Manager APPROVED FORM: By: Date: I I achae ollns, 'e 61 Page 6 CONCURRING PARTY: CITY OF SALEM � By. � llf4mlep Date: Kimberley Driscoll, Mayor Page 7 CONCURRING PARTY: HISLt M, I yy, Y I'J vl/Li B � Date: o esident Page 8 r f0� � Commonwealth of Massachusetts SOF per" William Francis Galvin, Secretary of the Commonwealth Massachusetts Historical Commission f�0 November 28, 2012 Andrew Brennan Director of Environmental Affairs Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority 10 Park Plaza, Suite 3910 Boston, MA 02116 RE: MBTA Salem Intermodal Station Project, Salem. MHC#RC.50204. EEA 914920. MBTA # W92PS04. Dear Mr. Brennan: Thank you for submitting four copies of the final Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) for the proposed Salem Intermodal Station project for the Massachusetts Historical Commission's signature. The MOAs were received at this office on November 27, 2012. I have signed the four(4) original copies of the MOA for this project. Enclosed please find the three (3) signed originals, per your request. The MHC has retained one original MOA for MHC's files. These comments are offered to assist in compliance with Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 9, Sec. 26-27C, as amended by Chapter 254 of the Acts of 1988 (950 CMR 71.00), and MEPA (301 CMR 11). If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me. Sincerely, Brona Simon Executive Director State Historic Preservation Officer Massachusetts Historical Commission Enclosures (three MOAs) xe (w/o encl): Secretary Richard K. Sullivan, EEA, Attn: Bill Gage, MEPA Unit DEP-NERD, Wetlands & Waterways, Attn: Alex Strysky Salem Historical Commission Historic Salem, Inc. Patricia Zaido, The Salem Partnership Elizabeth Grob, Epsilon Associates, Inc. 220 Morrissey Boulevard, Boston, Massachusetts 02125 (617) 727-8470•Fax: (617) 727-5128 www.sec.state.ma.us/mhc �onmlr r �9��MINBW�� Salem Historical Commission 120 WASHINGTON STREET, SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS 01970 (978)619-5685 FAX (978)740-0404 November 8, 2012 Andrew D. Brennan Director of Environmental Affairs Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority Ten Park Plaza, Suite 3910 Boston, MA 02116 RE: MBTA Salem Intermodal Station MHC #RC 5024 EEA #14920 Dear Mr. Brennan: The Salem Historical Commission is in receipt of the Draft MOA dated October 23, 2012 and the Technical Proposal for the Archaeological Date Recovery Program. The Commission finds that these documents are very comprehensive and professionally prepared. We have no comments or recommendations for amendments. Thank you for the opportunity for this review. Sincerely, Jessica erbert Chair Cc: Mayor Kimberley Driscoll Brona Simon, MHC Deval L.Patrick,Governor /T7assDO T T Timothy P Murray. Lt. Governor Richard A Davey, MassDOT Secretary 6 CEO Jonathan R.Davis,Acting General Manager s :7zail assachusetts Department of rranportation and Rail&Transit Administrator & Transit Division NN October 23, 2012 rt� " � F�• Brandee Loughlin n Preservation Planner z ; Massachusetts Historical Commission 220 Morrissey Boulevard Boston,MA 02125 Re: MBTA Salem Intermodal Station MHC #RC 5024 EEA# 14920 Dear Ms. Loughlin: I am writing in response to a letter from Brona Simon, Executive Director of the Massachusetts Historical Commission (MHC) dated October 22, 2012 regarding the Salem Intermodal Station Project. In that letter, Ms. Simon requested that a Draft Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) be developed which would include the proposed mitigation to address the Adverse Effects that will result from this project. Attached please find a draft of an MOA that the MBTA has prepared. This MOA incorporates all of the mitigation proposals made to the MHC in its letter dated September 24, 2012, as well as those mitigation proposals that were included as part of the Expanded ENF filed with MEPA. In addition, the Draft MOA incorporates the additional mitigation requirements, issues raised by Ms. Simon in her October 22nd letter, most notably the requirement to develop an RFP to allow a private or public party to provide a productive ` reuse of the Signal Tower as well as other matters laid out in the MHC letter. Under separate cover, and directly from the MBTA's Archeologist (Suzanne Cherau of PAL, Inc.), MHC will be receiving a State Archeologist permit application for the archeological data recovery work being proposed for the site. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at 617-222-3126 or by email at abrennangmbta.com. Sin ely, ii/Andrew D. Brennan Director of Environmental Affairs Attachments: Proposed Draft MOA dated October 23, 2012 cc: Jonathan Patton, MHC Archeologist _ Jane Guy, Salem Historical Commission Dick.Thompson,Historic Salem, Inc. Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority - Ten Park Plaza,Suite 3910, Boston, MA 021 I G Leading the Nation in Transportation Excellence www.mtita.com- MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION AND THE MASSACHUSETTS BAY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY REGARDING THE SALEM INTERMODAL STATION SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS s WHEREAS, the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBIA) proposes to build the Salem Intermodal Station (the"Project"); and m°. WHEREAS, the Massachusetts Historical Commissiont(MHC),,has determined the Project is an undertaking that will have an effect upon historic properties, which. are the Salem Railroad Signal Tower and the underground identified remains of the Boston and'Maine Railroad roundhouse and turntable and the documented location of the Essex/Eastern Railroad engine house and turntable; and , WHEREAS, the MHC has concurred that the Salem�:Railroad Signal Tower and the remains of the ' Boston and Maine Railroad roundhouse and tumtable'meet the eligibility requirements for listing in the National Register of Historic Places (the. "National Register eligible properties"),in accordance with National Register eligibility criteria (36 CFR63); and WHEREAS, MHC has identified the Salem Historical Commission (SHC) and Historic Salem, Inc (HSI) as consulting parties to the proposed undertaking and,SHC and HSI have been invited to concur with - this Agreement; and ' g WHEREAS, the Protect includes the exterior rehabilitation of the Salem Railroad Signal Tower, and WHEREAS, the Project willpnecessitatd,the. demolition of a significant portion of the remains of the Boston and Maine Railroad roundhouse and turntable and the Essex/Eastern Railroad engine house and turntable; and 's. 'a WHEREAS, MHC has determined,that the demolition of a portion of National Register eligible properties constitutes an adverse effect pursuant to 950.,CMR 71.05; and WHEREAS, the Massachusetts Environmental Policy Act ("MEPA") requires under its implementing regulations at 301 CMR, 11.03(10)rthe preparation of an Environmental Notification Form for any project that proposes thedemolition of all or any exterior part of any historic structure listed in or located in any historic district listed in the State Register of Historic Places or the Inventory of Historic and Archaeological Assets of the'Commonwealth; unless the Project is subject to a determination of "no adverse effect" by the MHC or is consistent with a Memorandum of Agreement with the MHC; and WHEREAS, MBTA and MHC have consulted regarding the potential adverse effects of the Project to the National Register eligible properties, have examined alternatives, and have concluded that, subject to compliance with the terms of this Agreement, there are no prudent and feasible measures or alternatives which would eliminate the need for the demolition of a portion of the National Register eligible properties, but that steps can be taken to minimize or mitigate the potential adverse effects of such demolition; and Draft MOA dated 10/23/12 - " `'Page 1 , WHEREAS, MHC has determined to accept the adverse effect of the Project on the historic property, in consideration of the mitigation described herein; and Now, THEREFORE, MBTA and MHC agree that the Project shall be undertaken and implemented in accordance with the following stipulations in order to take into account the potential effect of the undertaking on historic properties, in accordance with M.G.L. Chapter 9, Section 26-27C, 950 CMR 71.00 et seq., and MEPA (301 CMR 11.03(10)). STIPULATIONS MBTA will ensure that the following mitigation measures are carried: 1. Archaeological Data Recovery Program An archeological data recovery program-that meets the professional archaeological standards in 950 CMR 70 shall be established for the Project. The program shall include the following elements: • A qualified professional archaeologist will conduct an archaeological data recovery program to mitigate the adverse effects of the project on the Salem North River Railroad archaeological site. The data recovery will be guided by a set of research questions designed to collect information relating to the roundhouse site's history and period of occupancy; engineering and architectural design; and material culture. The research design and testing methodology will be approved by the MHC under . the state archaeological permit regulations 950 CMR 70/71. • Archivalresearch will be conducted to supplement the regional and local railroad contexts and site history presented in the intensive survey/site examination survey report. • Field investigations will include: machine stripping, targeted hand excavations, and site mapping and photography for the 5,033 square meter (54,175 square foot) site area depicted on Figure 5-1 of the PAL July 2012 report and in accordance with the 30% design plans where avoidance is not deemed feasible. This area encompasses the identified remains of the Boston and Maine Railroad roundhouse and turntable as well as the documented area of the Essex/Eastern Railroad engine house and turntable to the west. • Laboratory processing and analyses will be conducted on all portable cultural materials recovered during the data recovery excavations. Non-portable objects will be thoroughly measured, drawn, and photographed as part of the cultural material assemblage identified at the site. • A technical report for data recovery will be prepared in accordance with federal and state guidelines for archaeological investigations. The technical report will present the results and interpretations of the archival research, field investigations, and artifact analyses, and will address the site's research questions in local and regional contexts. 2. Rehabilitation of the Salem Railroad Signal Tower Draft MOA dated 10/23/12 page 2 The Salem Railroad Signal Tower will be rehabilitated in accordance with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation. The MHC, SHC, HSI and the Salem Partnership (SP) will be afforded the opportunity to review plans for the rehabilitation of the Signal Tower at the design development and construction document phases of the project. Upon completion of the MBTA's Signal Tower Rehabilitation work, the MBTA will develop a Request for Proposal (RFP) for private or public parties who may be willing, at their own expense, to undertake the required renovations to the Signal Tower to allow for the productive occupancy of the structure in keeping with the new project purpose. The RFP will include directives that the chosen candidate would be required to perform any work on the Signal Tower in accordance with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation (36 CFR 67). The MHC, SHC, HSI and the SP will be afforded the opportunity to review the draft RFP for the Signal Tower prior to it being released to the public e 3. Construction Management Plan The Construction Management Plan will include measures to protect,the Salem Railroad Signal Tower during construction. Construction drawings and specifications= I material culture will be manufactured and installed at a convenience location for public viewing at the commuter rail station site platform/parking area. The content of the interpretive signage as well as their locations will be developed in conjunction with MHC, SHC, HSI and the SP who will be given the opportunity to review and comment on the signage. Execution of this Agreement by the signatories listed below and the implementation of its terms by MBTA shall be full and sufficient evidence that MBTA has consulted with the MHC and satisfied the requirements of M.G.L. Chapter 9, Section 26-27C, as amended by Chapter 254 of the Acts of 1988 and implementing regulations at 950 CMR 71.00 and MEPA (at 301 CMR 11.03(10)). SIGNATORIES: .e. _MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION BY Date: '6 Brona Simon, Executive Director MASSACHUSETTS BAY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY , By: Date. { Jonathan A. Davis, Acting General Manager,,,,-,) t . APPROVED AS TO FORM: 4; By: Date: Rachel Rollins, General Counsel CONCURRING PARTIES SALEM HISTORICAL COMMISSION BY: Date: Jessica Herbert, Chairperson 1 HISTORIC SALEM, INC. BY: Date: Brenton Dickson, Chairperson Draft MOA dated 10/23/12 Page 4 The CommonwealthofMassachusetts William Francis Galvin, Secretary of the Commonwealth Massachusetts Historical Commission t� October 22, 2012 Andrew Brennan Director of Environmental Affairs Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority 10 Park Plaza, Suite 3910 Boston, MA 02116 Attn: Holly Palmgren RE: MBTA Salem Intermodal Station Project, Salem. MHC#RC.50204. EEA #14920. MBTA #W92PS04. Dear Mr. Brennan: Staff of the Massachusetts Historical Commission (MHC) have reviewed additional information, received September 25, 2012, for the project referenced above. The project, as currently proposed, includes demolition of the Salem North River Railroad Roundhouse historic archaeological site and construction of a new parking facility within immediate proximity of the 1927 Salem Railroad Signal Tower(MHC# SAL.3579). The Salem Railroad Signal Tower is listed in the State Register of Historic Places. The MHC understands that the rehabilitation of the Signal Tower for occupancy by the MBTA is not economically feasible, as noted in the engineering evaluation included in this submittal. However, the MHC notes that this structure, once rehabilitated, will remain vacant and not be further utilized as part of the new station, which could lead to neglect(950 CMR 71.05(d)). Therefore, the MHC requests that a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) be developed for the project, which includes a stipulation that the MBTA put out a request for proposals to private or public parties that may be willing to undertake the required renovations to the Signal Tower to allow productive occupancy of the structure in keeping with the new project purpose. The potential reuse of the Signal Tower as a newsstand/coffee shop kiosk, for example, would enhance the daily use of the commuter station at this location, in combination with productive reuse of a historic structure. The request for proposals should include directives that the . chosen candidate would be required to rehabilitate the Signal Tower in accordance with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation (36 CFR 67). Preliminary project information includes a consideration of alternative project layouts and locations. The Salem North River Railroad Roundhouse historic archaeological site is within and adjacent to the project area of potential impact area as currently proposed. The Roundhouse Site retains integrity, and in the MHC'sopinion, the site meets criteria A, C and D (36 CFR 60) for listing in the National Register of Historic Places. The site is currently preserved beneath the existing paved parking lot. The proposed project includes impacts within the existing parking lots and proposed garage footprint, and avoidance of archaeological resources are not feasible. 220 Morrissey Boulevard, Boston, Massachusetts 02125 (617) 727-8470 • Fax: (617) 727-5128 www.sec.state.ma.us/mhc F The MBTA proposes to have a program of archaeological data recovery conducted for the archaeological site by the PAL, Inc., as mitigation for construction impacts in accordance with MEPA's Final Record of Decision on the ENF.The MHC has determined that the proposed mitigation is adequate and accepts the adverse effect. The MHC requests that the MOA includes stipulations for archaeological data recovery for the Salem North River Railroad Roundhouse historic archaeological site. A State Archaeologist's permit (950 CMR 70) for the program of archaeological data recovery should be submitted by the PAL to the MHC. The MHC requires additional information to comment on the technical archaeological research design and methodology, in order to ensure that the program of archaeological data recovery meets the professional archaeological standards in 950 CMR 70. A complete set of scaled existing and proposed conditions project plans, at the 30% design stage or greater in I I by 17 inch format, for the project as a whole should be provided to the MHC and the PAL. Additional MOA mitigation stipulations should include submission of project plans, including the draft construction monitoring plans and Signal Tower rehabilitation plans, to the MHC, Salem Historical Commission, Historic Salem, Inc. and the Salem Partnership. The MHC looks forward to reviewing the additional information requested above,and to the development of the MOA for this project. These comments are offered to assist in compliance with MGL c. 9, ss, 26-27C (950 CMR 71) and MEPA (301 CMR 11). Please contact Jonathan K. Patton, Archaeologist, or Brandee Loughlin, Preservation Planner if you have any questions. Sincerely; Brona Simon Executive Director State Historic Preservation Officer State Archaeologist Massachusetts Historical Commission xc: Elizabeth Grob, Epsilon Associates, Inc. Secretary Richard K. Sullivan, EEA, Attn: Bill Gage, MEPA Unit DEP-NERO, Wetlands& Waterways, Attn: Alex Strysky Salem Historical Commission Historic Salem, Inc. Patricia Zaido,The Salem Partnership Deborah C. Cox, PAL, Attn: Suzanne Cherau gONU T yP c :Jill . Salem Dir istorical Commission 120 WASHINGTON STREET, SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS 01970 (978)619-5685 FAX(978)740-0404 October 18, 2012 Andrew D. Brennan Director of Environmental Affairs Massachusetts Department of Transportation Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority Ten Park Plaza, Suite 3910 Boston, MA 02116 RE: MBTA Salem Intermodal Station MHC # RC 5024 EEA # 14920 Dear Mr. Brennan: The Salem Historical Commission is in receipt of a copy of your submittal to Massachusetts Historical Commission dated September 24, 2012. The Commission offers the following comments on the materials reviewed to date: • The ultimate design of the garage should be compatible with the nearby local and National Register historic districts. It is recommended that the South elevation be broken up so that it is not a large expanse of brick. • Lighting for the project should be compatible with the nearby local and National Register historic districts and not be contemporary lighting. Fixtures installed should be prevented from spilling light on to the adjacent properties. The design, location and intensity of lighting should be carefully considered so as to avoid a negative impact of light pollution. We look forward to receiving a copy of the 60%design drawings and the draft Memorandum of Agreement. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely THE SALEM H[STORICAL CO SION Kathy Harper Vice Chair Cc: Brandee Loughlin, MHC Commonvvealc� o` PAlassachusens Executive C)fice of Energy & Environmentai Affairs r M1 Department of Environmental Protection One Wince Street 9os on, MA 02106 5^.7 29c-55D0 va'-PA7Ricx a C-v a,k s.;wAh;.;F Govarno' Se se sry Gaverro- Cnmn�csicler DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION WATERWAYS REGULATION PROGRAM Notice of License Application pursuant to M. G. L. Chapter 91 Waterway License Application No. W 12-3702-N Applicant:Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority, 10 Park Plaza. Boston Project Location: Salem Train Station,North River, Salem Public Comments Deadline: November 8 2012 NOTIFICATION DATE: October 8,2012 Public notice is hereby given of the Waterways application filed by Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority to construct the Salem Intermodal Station, including a 715-space parking garage,on filled tidelands of the North River in the municipality of Salem. The proposed project has been determined to be a nonwater-dependent use.The proponent's representative is Epsilon Associates, Inc.,3 Clock Tower Place, Maynard,MA. The Department of Environmental Protection, Waterways Regulation Program,will conduct a public hearing on the aforesaid project proposal on Thursday,October 11,2012,at 2:00 PM at Salem City Hall Annex, 120 Washington Street,Salem, in the Third Floor Conference Room.The Department will conduct this public hearing in order to receive information to be used in its decision on whether to grant a Waterways License pursuant to M.G.L. Chapter 91. The Department will consider all written comments on this Waterways application received by November 8, 2012 (Public Comments Deadline). Failure of any aggrieved person or group of ten citizens or more to submit written comments to the Waterways Regulation Program by the Public Comments Deadline will result in the waiver of any right to an adjudicatory hearing in accordance with 310 CMR 9.13(4)(c)and 310 CMR 9.17. Additional information regarding this application may be obtained by contacting Alex Strysky of the Waterways Regulation Program at(617)292-5616. Project plans and documents for this application are on file with the Waterways Regulation Program for public viewing by appointment only. Written comments must be addressed to: Alex Strysky, DEP Waterways Regulation Program, One Winter Street- 5th Floor, Boston, MA 02108 or sent by email to Alexander.stryskyClstate.ma.us. 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CONFORMS TO THE RULES AND REGULATIONS OF THE REGISTERS Of DEEDS OF THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS. i SIGNATURE GATE j j i 0 O I utielnnnr N I I \ I N3 � o � e ; AE 1 � O a i j m j N sr I m i n yZ NC D 0 Gm-1 Zf. ~ Om 2 'SHEET-3 OF 4 D I� PLANS ACCOMPANYING PETITION OF l 'I MASSACHUSETTSBAY \ ' TRANSPORTA DON AUTHORITY INTER MODEL TRANSIT STAT ON SALEM.MA - CERTIFICATION I CERTIFY THAT THIS PLAN,AS PREPARED, CONFORMS TO THE RULES AND REGULATIONS i OF THE REGISTERS OF DEEDS OF THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS. i SIGNATURE -PATE I I i i I I 1 I I zoa I i Dn.0 C ti AnZ m `mim m I j o z I fir n o z a oO m -a I I D i m D I I i IM 1 � 50+T' It O I i j I 1 a D m i D 1 1 a i 0 OI Z I I I I i I ' :SHEETa OFA I n m o PLANS ACCOMPANYING PETITION OF MASSACHUSETTS RAY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY SCALE IN FEET INTERMOOEL TRANSIT STATION-SALEM,MA SCALE:I'+SV I Historical Commission Review- MBTA Parking Garage Jane Guy From: Richard Jendrysik[rsjendrysik@gmail.com] Sent: Wednesday, October 03, 2012 7:44 PM To: Jane Guy Subject: Fwd: Historical Commission Review- MBTA Parking Garage Sent from my iPad Dick Jendrysik Begin forwarded message: From: Pamela Jendrysik<iendryna msn.com> Date: October 2, 2012 11:31:54 PM EDT To: David Hart<davidatsalem(a comcast.net>, <brentondAaol.com>, Kathy Miles <kmiles221 ggmail.com> Cc: Meg Twohey <vze255gg(a verizon.net>, Jim Kearney <ildkeamey(2gmail.com>, Dorothy Hayes <d.m.haves tkcomcast.net> Subject: Historical Commission Review- MBTA Parking Garage Below are a series of photographs of the Parking Garage at Wonderland Station in Revere. The garage is new, and the design is very similar to the proposed construction for Salem. I took the photos this evening after 9:00 PM, to illustrate the effect of the lighting on the environment. The lighting issue was raised at the public design review in Salem. The top parking level of the garage will be above the leve[ of Washington Street, creating a view resembling Fenway Park on game nights. The first photo is approaching the Wonderland garage from the south- west. At a distance of about 1/4 mile, the effect is similar to a miniature Gillette Stadium. On closer approach, the effect is more dramatic. Rounding the corner, the entrance to the garage is ablaze with lights, Note there is little traffic at this hour. The garage is virtually empty. 10/4/2012 Historical Commission Review- MBTA Parking Garage 0 Note the lights at the top level shine straight down at the street, and are on all the time. Washington Street will have a similar look. Safety lighting does not have to be obtrusive. Note the picture below of the bridge crossing Route 128. The lights are in keeping with the dignified character of the bridge design, and offer sufficient light for pedestrian and vehicular safety.x. We urge you to carefully consider the impact of the lighting and the appearance of the building during evening hours. Pamela and Richard Jendrysik 3 Hamilton street Salem, MA. I v 10/4/2012 Historical Commission R" MBTA Parking Garage 10/4/2012 r w s ` Historical c_ m Review - MBTA ParkingG_ge 2 —7 J } � . \ : . . . . .. � 10/4/2012 . � �1 e {}I os ' f Deval L Patrick,Governor Timothy P. Murray, lt.Governor , ■ m�ssDO T T Richard A Davey, MassD07 Secretary 6 CEO Jonathan R.Davis,Acting General Manager • 'OT Masratlno•th o•P• •^t of Traruportatlon and Rail 6 Transit Administrator Rail & iFansill Division September 24,2012 Brandee Loughlin Preservation Planner 3 Massachusetts Historical Commission 220 Morrissey Boulevard Boston,MA 02125 aE SEP �0 2012 Re: MHC#RC 5024 IntermodalMBTA Salem Station C�� `•' p, ��o e`r`r t EEA# 14920 Dear Ms.Loughlin: On July 20, 2012, the MBTA submitted the Salem Intermodal Station Project Intensive (Locational) Archeological Survey/Site Examination.,Report. On August 20, 2012, the Massachusetts Historical Commission (MHC)provided comments on the Report. In that comment letter, MHC requested a series of additional submittals,most notably: ' • Existing and proposed plans for the project including scaled existing and proposed conditions for the project as a whole; • Signal Tower rehabilitation scope of work; a • Draft construction monitoring plan; • Alternatives analysis for reuse of the Signal Tower. In response to these, please see the attached memorandum from the MBTA's project architect, Fennick McCredie Architecture (FMA) which we believe addresses each of these matters. A set of 30% design plans is attached to the memorandum. The memo also provides a scope of work for the Signal Tower rehabilitation and addresses questions raised by the MHC as to options to potentially reuse the Signal Tower. As you can see from the memorandum, the MBTA believes that the level of work to bring the Signal Tov.er up to existing plumbing, safety and access codes is prohibitive and not feasible for a project of this size. The memorandum also describes the alternatives that have been considered so as to avoid the Adverse Effect that is likely to result on the National Register(NR) Eligible archaeological site. The MBTA is eager to consult with the MHC to discuss plans to minimize and mitigate this Adverse Effect. We understand that MHC is likely to request a Memorandum of Agreement in which the methods to minimize and mitigate impacts are codified. The MBTA has identified a series of mitigation items that it believes will adequately address the Adverse Effect resulting from the project Specifically,the MBTA is recommending the following: 1. Archaeological Data Recovery Program: An extensive archeological data recovery program shall be established for the project The program shall include the following elements: • A qualified professional archaeologist will conduct an archaeological data recovery program to mitigate the adverse effects of the project on the Salem North River Railroad archaeological site. The data recovery will be guided by a set of research questions designed to collect information relating to the roundhouse site's history and period of occupancy; engineering Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority Ten Park Plaza,Suite 3910,Boston,MA 02116 Leading the Nation in Transportation Excellence www.mbta.com o� and architectural design; and material culture. The research design and testing methodology will be approved by the MHC under the state archaeological permit regulations 950 CMR 70/71. • Archival research will be conducted to supplement the regional and local railroad contexts and site history presented in the intensive survey/site examination survey report • Field investigations will include: machine stripping, targeted hand excavations, and site mapping and photography for the 5,033 square meter (54,175 square foot) area included in the site boundary depicted on Figure 5-1 of the PAL July 2012 report where avoidance is not deemed feasible. This area encompasses the identified remains of the Boston and Maine Railroad roundhouse and turntable as well as the documented area of the Essex/Eastern Railroad engine house and turntable to the west • Laboratory processing and analyses will be conducted on all portable cultural materials , recovered during the data recovery excavations. Non-portable objects will be thoroughly measured, drawn, and photographed as part of the cultural material assemblage identified at the site. • A technical report for data recovery will be prepared in accordance with federal and state guidelines for archaeological investigations. The technical report will present the results and interpretations of the archival research, field investigations, and artifact analyses, and will address the site's research questions in local and regional contexts. 2. Rehabilitation of the Salem Railroad Signal Tower: The Salem Railroad Signal Tower will be rehabilitated in accordance with the Secretary of the Interiors Standards for Rehabilitation. The MHC and Salem Historical Commission (SHC) as well as Historic Salem, Inc. (HSI)will be afforded the opportunity to review plans for the rehabilitation of the Signal Tower at the design development and construction document phases of the project 3. Construction Management Plan: The Construction Management Plan will include measures to protect the Salem Railroad Signal Tower during construction. Construction drawings and specifications will include stipulations to protect the structure, including survey of the structure prior to excavation commencing, installation of physical barriers, and implementation of a geotechnical monitoring program. The final Construction Management Plan will be developed in cooperation with the Construction Manager and submitted to MHC, SHC and HSI for review and comment when available. 4. Design Review of New Construction: The MHC, SHC and HSI will be afforded the opportunity to review plans for the Project at the design development and construction document phases of the project S. Project Conservator: A Project Conservator will be appointed to the project design team by the MBTA. The Project Conservator's responsibilities will include overseeing the work associated with the Salem Railroad Signal Tower to verify compliance with construction documents and agreements with public agencies, including the implementation of protective measures and the rehabilitation of the structure. The Project Conservator will meet the Secretary of the Interior's professional Historic Preservation qualifications. 6. Public Education/Outreach and Site Interpretation: Public education/outreach components will include the following: • Production of a website home page for the MBTA and/or local historical commission/society with links to various work products including a short popular report; site visits by local schools during the archaeological investigations and/or preparation of a local educational curriculum; and local lecture/slide show for presentation to ; local historical commission/societies and other interested groups. • Interpretative signage including the development of text, graphics, and layout relating to the railroad roundhouse site history, engineering, architecture, and material culture will be manufactured and installed at a convenience location for public viewing at the commuter rail station site platform/parking area. The content of the interpretive signage as well as their locations will-be-developed in conjunction-with MHC, SHC and HSI who will be given the opportunity to review and comment on the signage. The MBTA believes that all appropriate steps have been taken to identify all NR, and NR Eligible Resources in the project area and to identify means to avoid, minimize or mitigate any unnecessary impacts to the resources. The MBTA believes however,that there will be an unavoidable Adverse Effect from the project as a whole and as such, believes that consultation with and development of a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) should be developed by the MHC for the project; We believe that the mitigation presented here is robust and will adequately address the impacts of the project If requested, we would be happy to work with you to prepare an MOA that addresses the unavoidable Adverse Effects and incorporates the mitigation items described above. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at 617-222-3126 or by email at abrennan@mbta.com. Sin a y, Andrew D.Brennan Director of Environmental Affairs Attachments: FMA Memorandum dated 9/13/12 with accompanying plans` cc: Bill Gage,MEPA Unit/EEA DEP-NERO,Wetlands and Waterways Jane Guy,Salem Historical Commission Dick Thompson,Historic Salem, Inc. FENNICK McCREDIE arch itecture tra memorandum date: 09.13.12 to: George Doherty, RA affiliation: MBTA from: Scott Brodsky project: Salem Station Improvements and Parking Garage project no: 1069; MBTA Project number W92PSO4; MHC# RC.50204 subject: Massachusetts Historical Commission information requests The following memorandum is provided in response to correspondence from the Massachusetts Historical Commission (MHC)to Holly Palmgren and Andrew Brennan of the MBTA, dated March 26, July 18, and August 20, 2012. The March letter is in response to the MHC Project Notification Form (PNF);the July letter is in response to the Expanded Environmental Notification Form (EENF);`and the August letter is in response to the locational archaeological survey technical report. Exclusive of archaeology, the MHC's comment letters collectively request additional information, as follows: • Existing and proposed plans for the project. . • Signal Tower rehabilitation scope of work • Draft construction monitoring plan • Alternatives analysis for reuse of the Signal Tower It is noted that in their March letter, the MHC requested additional information in order to evaluate the potential visual effects of the new construction on the nearby historic properties, including the Federal Street Historic District. Renderings addressing this comment were included in the EENF and have been updated based on the most current design and are included here as Figures l and 2. The MBTA and project team have consulted regarding the MHC's comments and offer the following responses. { Existing and Proposed Plans Selected current project drawings are included herein, including the project site layout plan (Figure 3) and garage elevations(Figures 4 and 5). The current Signal 65 Franklin.Street t 617.350.7900 - - Boston, MA 02110 I f 617.350.0051 I www.FMarchitecture.com FENNICK McCREDIE arch itecture ua Tower rehabilitation drawings(approximately 30%drawings)are included as well in Figure 6. Sianal Tower Rehabilitation Scope of Work As noted in the EENF, the signal tower will be rehabilitated according to the Secretary of the Interior's standards for the treatment of historic properties. A hazardous materials assessment and abatement will be undertaken after which noncontributing additions such as security lighting and temporary construction will be removed. The fagade will be cleaned of soiling, staining, efflorescence, biological growth and graffiti. Methods for cleaning vary, but will begin with the least aggressive means possible. While limited access to the site (due to hazardous conditions) and early stage design prevent a full and detailed scope of work, the following is expected to be included based on early site assessment. The existing steel windows will be restored, repaired or replaced as necessary. Most windows appeared to be in good operating condition, and can be restored with a thorough cleaning and repainting. In some cases the glazing will need to be replaced. Whether the window restoration is undertaken in place or offsite will be coordinated with the restoration contractor. A plywood infill panel at the first floor will be removed and a new steel framed window substantially similar to those existing will be installed. The roof file is expected to be selectively removed and stored such that the underlying structure can be repaired or replaced as may be required. Roofing tiles that are missing or damaged beyond repair will be replaced as required with materials substantially similar to existing. If the hazardous materials assessment finds roofing materials to include a recognized environmental condition such as asbestos tiles, the roof may be replaced in part or whole with substantially similar materials as may be required or recommended by the project environmental professionals. After further review, the existing copper gutter system appears to be in good to excellent condition and can be repaired with only minor patching. Any patching will be minimized and completed with like materials- such as break- formed copper. Due to concerns of theft and vandalism, a missing portion of roof leader(downspout)will be replaced with a new section of formed aluminum roof leader painted to match the existing and substantially similar in profile. The existing steel egress stair will be rehabilitated as required including stripping and repainting. Further structural analysis may expose treads that will need additional repair or replacement. In addition, structural connection to the existing masonry may be required to be replaced for safety. Any such repairs will 2of6 FENNICK McCREDIE a r c h i t e c t u re na be made with like materials. Painted galvanized steel may be substituted for cast-iron or mild steel for longevity. The facility includes two openings for doors; both will be replaced with stainless steel doors for security and durability purposes. Interior work on the signal tower will be limited to abatement as deemed necessary following the hazardous materials assessment and minor cleaning.' Draft Construction Monitorina Plan The MHC letters all recommend that the MBTA "develop a construction monitoring plan to ensure the Tower is not damaged during construction." Please note that the project plans and specifications have been prepared with protection measures in place. The 309o' development drawings include physical barriers(precast concrete Jersey barriers or K-rails)surmounted with chain-link fencing that are required to remain in place for the duration of heavy construction. Specification section 02260 requires the contractor to survey surrounding structures during excavations and monitor and log baseline elevations throughout excavation and notify the architect in writing of any settlement recorded. In addition, the structural drawings require protection of the adjoining structures and written submittal of construction procedures prior to the beginning of drilled shaft construction. The existing structure will be fully documented in drawings and digital photography prior to the beginning of construction. The 30%drawings depicting the physical barriers and Specification section 00260 are included with this memorandum, with the understanding that the final construction management plan will be developed in cooperation with the Construction Manager and submitted to MHC and the Salem Historical 'Commission for review and comment when available. The project will engage a Project Conservator to oversee the work and verify compliance with the construction documents and agreements with public agencies. In addition, the design team in cooperation with the Construction Manager will determine if geotechnical monitoring of the structure such as crack gauge monitors will be required. Initial site investigation suggests that crack monitors will not be required, as there are no readily accessible cracks greater than .08 (2mm) in width and with the soft soil composition groundborne vibrations are expected to be minimal, excepting the final socket drilling into bedrock. Signal Tower Reuse Alternatives Analysis In their July and August letters, the MHC requested that alternatives for adaptive reuse of the Signal Tower be considered. The MBTA and project team analyzed 3of6 FENNICK McCREDIE a r c h i t e c t. u r e ltd the potential for reuse of the structure as part of the current project and concluded that it is not technically feasible to meet state building and related codes. In addition, reuse of the structure would be cost prohibitive, especially in light of the limited funds available for the Salem Intermodal Station Project. A review of the relevant Massachusetts codes indicates that to provide occupancy to the Signal Tower, the MBTA would be required to incorporate toilet facilities per the Massachusetts Plumbing Code, 248 CMR section 10.10. These facilities would be required to be separate Men's and Women's toilets, both meeting the Massachusetts Architectural Access Board (MAAB) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessibility requirements. Based on the separation distance to the restrooms currently proposed in the project(greater than 300 feet), these facilities would be required regardless of other provisions. The addition of toilet facilities poses several significant challenges to the project including space limitations, construction feasibility, MAAB/ADA accessibility accommodations, other follow-on code upgrades, and a significant increase in construction cost. In addition to meeting the Plumbing code, considerable cost would be incurred to bring the structure up to modern standards and required codes to make the structure habitable. The facility would have to be made to be accessible per the MAAB/ADA. Specifically, 521 CMR states that "It is the intent of 521 CMR to provide persons with disabilities full, free and safe use of all buildings and facilities so that all such persons may have the educational, living and recreational opportunities necessary to be as self-sufficient as possible and to assume full responsibilities as citizens." Based on current grades in and around the signal tower and the location of the existing opening at the South elevation, additional substantial site work would be required to provide an accessible path to the first floor of the occupied structure. Due to the proximity of the signal tower to the active Main-Line track, additional protections would be required to prevent customers from fouling the track and creating ongoing safety issues. Mitigating these potential safety concerns would need to be addressed in a manner appropriate to their proximity to the tower. In addition to Plumbing and Accessibility codes, the occupied structure would have to be upgraded to meet applicable provisions of the 8th edition of the Mass State Building Code (780 CMR) and fire prevention regulations (527 CMR 31). Based on A-3 occupancy and the limited square footage, Automatic 'Sprinkler Systems and Fire Alarm Systems would not likely be required, assuming only the first floor was occupied. According to section 3409 of the building code, the signal tower would not be required to be brought up to current structural standards if it was "judged by the building official to not constitute a distinct life 4of6 FENNICK McCREDIE a r c h i t e c t u r e ltd safety hazard." Considering the soil classification F determined in the geotechnical report, the location in a flood plain in combination with the steeply sloping site, there is a high likelihood that the building official would require extensive structural mitigation if the building were to have a change of use and occupancy classification. In summary, a review of the Plumbing, Building, Accessibility, and Fire Protection codes and regulations, indicates it would be technically complex to facilitate a use within the structure, without substantial financial resources and multiple variances. Given the programmatic requirements and budget for the Salem Intermodal Station Project, MBTA reuse of the structure by the MBTA is not prudent or feasible. Archaeoloaical Resources_Consideration of Alternative Sites: The MHC, in discussions with the MBTA and project team, has requested information on alternative sites or current site configurations that have been considered that could avoid or minimize impacting belowground resources. The MBTA considered an alternative site(the "South Site"), as well as multiple configurations on the preferred site, as follows. After an initial ground penetrating radar (GPR)study indicated the presence of underground structures, the MBTA contracted the design team to complete a feasibility study of alternate site locations. The South Site study reviewed in detail the feasibility of locating the entirety of the new train station and parking garage to the south of the center of Salem at a location that served as the Salem train depot until its decommissioning in the 1980s(Figure 6). k I While the analysis proved that the site may be technically feasible, there were many obstacles that prevented the design team from recommending further pursuit of the alternate site. Primary among these challenges were the required land takings and the dramatic structural challenges to span the existing retaining walls paralleling the right-of-way. The risks associated with these challenges were determined to be too great, including very high premiums for construction cost and potential legal challenges to the required land takings (Figure 7). The alternate site layout and required land takings can be seen on Figure 8. On the existing project site, numerous layouts were tested in the schematic design phase to judge the relative impacts to the archaeological features as identified on the GPR study and to assess meeting the project's programmatic needs. As demonstrated by the eight configurations considered (see Figure 9), the size of the parking garage structure and associated site work occupies a large percentage of the parcel. Initial garage configurations studied were 3 bay 5of6 FENNICK McCREDIE arch itecture ita layouts with a central ramp as shown on options 1-3 on figure 9. This configuration tends to be the most efficient and cost effective providing the lowest cost-per-space. However, the footprint is larger and avoiding the underground structures proved to be impossible. Options 4-8 show various two bay configurations which are all longer and inherently less efficient, but minimize the potential impacts to underground structures as evident in the overlay diagrams. Given the size of the proposed construction, the belowground resources cannot be avoided in any configuration. The proposed site layout as indicated on Figure 3 minimizes the garage foundation structure's direct impact upon the underground resources to the greatest extent feasible while meeting the project program requirements. 6of6 SA v un�9lum�mrili[��Z t .r.r o L sr ��_'�;.�J._�r I�, ��. � ,"� �� $ �_ -t"L'r.3��.....a+,_ ..yke r aSr•'�o... tl h:�;`sc. 011 IN LEGEND M PROJECT SITE 1� �r �1 tiy., - •�s'y . r4 r . 0 ROAD © SIDEWALK ray 14 Q LANDSCAPE FEATURES f � ,I. 7+0.""1. r { � :+t • ti a "r,�, �""^y��`a��y �± } '+ T�41 4 'r��#�`IK'q. y 1 �i`! � SALEM ✓ e� e 'S"1' P`: -L `"'�'a a `^ •+ ! s P q CITY PARKING ' �,. .a' .ry •. 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YM dp• NNE 1 .x . w MP� ''� • v. w ' It Mill . r 11r•A` ' 0 .3� kR.K11A• H-n+ . ,p�,' fie' '4' w�y.� '1 Y 7 0 Olt oAlt $ j * f brei i �t"" -;,,�� ,� "� � � �,• 1 a-�i �' dap �� , ��„� •� F ae s ,x`74 i, . ° �t • a�, �? �- w"*j Z �� k °�P � 'M�r#r.SYf d•i.+�d {�5 r''tvr .y, r_ 4. �+�heY �• �� fir �• R� � � � 4�� MA a , 1g p r plW LEGEND MBTA PROPERTY ADJACENT; $ REQUIRED kAVIAI IM- G. rl 41 71 MIA 01 �." `�' ' '• �,fiNl�' �-, _ ti,��r'�� °Ill r Y ``'� Ate!" � ♦ t�j }q�� _ r � l ! j�Y\ i F'�v fC � ell• •)A,^` +i ��.. r - ftliw 00, 4 OL" YYiYYY r� s kl r Y O � s `. all - + ,�� L ' -•Go f t� rt ku Ilk wr �/p✓ R -N4 1, g ( f °11 Tf Salem Intermodal Station and Parking Garage O FENNICK McCREDIE figure Salem,MA a•<h i t o t°a r a I'd ALTERNATE SITE-LAYOUT 11 Y i 'Q'a'�' a �°i� � •pR o"q ��°� � OPTION 1 OPTION 2 OPTION 3 v �', , E3 1 ' . \yam : ` � � � • •m� \.� . ., .�,•.�,.` �,. � � ,�$�� ? , � �.�.' rn OPTION 4 OPTION 5 OPTION 6 Y r g� C ti IfoLEGEND�_-C.r: PROJECT SITE N` 4 ' •_�'� _� y `•_�� .�„ EXISTING UNDERGROUND -• •� • S' - -- -R i-�� STRUCTURES � p�yd AREA OF OVERUIP P "au' SURVEY DATA ISAIN B� OPTION 7 4$ OPTION 8 O Salem Intermodal Station and Parking Garage I FENNICK McCREDIE Figure 9 Salem,MA architecture en Non Selected Schematic Siting Options with Existing Underground Structures �pN01T rn a.a �L- � tl Ae�IMiNB fA Salem Historical Commission 120 WASHINGTON STREET,SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS 01970 (978)619-5685 FAX (978)740-0404 August 2, 201)— Brandee Loughlin, Preservation Planner Massachusetts Historical Commission 220 Morrissey Boulevard Boston, MA 02125 RE: MBTA Salem Intermodal Station Project, Salem. MHC 9RC.50204. EEA #14920 Dear Ms. Loughlin: At its regular meeting on August 1, 2012, the Salem Historical Commission was asked to comment on the Intensive (Locational) Archaeological Survey/Site Examination report completed by the Public Archaeology Laboratory (PAL) and to comment on the effect on historic resources for the above referenced project. Present at the meeting was Holly Palmgren of the MBTA. The Commission understands that the consultation process under MGL C. 9, ss, 26-27C (950 CMR 71) began with the submission of the Project Notification Form (PNF) to Massachusetts Historical Commission (MHC), a copy of which was sent to the Commission and for which the Commission made no comments. The Commission also received a copy of the Expanded Environmental Notification Form (EENF), for which the Commission provided a letter of support for the waiver of the EIR. While Commission members have not entirely reviewed the PAL report, the Commission voted unanimously to concur with the PAL report inasmuch as the project will have an adverse effect on the archaeological site identified as the North River Railroad Roundhouse, which PAL has recommended as eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places. The Commission also supports the request for additional information as outlined in MHC's letter of Judy 18, 2012 to the MBTA. The Commission is particularly supportive of the request for additional information on the potential reuse options for the Signal Tower. Up until the mid-1990's a simple 2-story commercial storefront with a bridge entrance from the pedestrian sidewalk stood next to the signal tower. The revival of such a structure could potentially be attached to the signal tower and address the access challenges and offer significant reuse possibilities.. The Commission looks forward to consultation with the appropriate parties and the development of a Memorandum of Agreement, which will address the mitigation of the adverse effect, i Page 2 8/2/12 including those mentioned as Recommendations on pages 110-111 of the PAL report, including data recovery, recovery of artifacts, a plan for interpretive reuse of the recovered materials and a public education component (such as interpretive displays and/or a working scaled model in the public waiting area of the new train station). We understand that the Commission will receive copies of all documentation sent to MHC. Sincerely, THE LEM HISTORICAL COMMISSION Jessica Herbert Chair Cc: Lynn Duncan, DPCD Andrew Brennan, MBTA Holly Palmgren, MBTA (via email)' Maureen Cavanaugh, Epsilon Associates Inc. (via email) Emily Udy, Historic Salem, Inc. (via email) JUL 2 3 2012 ANNING rpu blic Archaeology Laboratory WL t]FPL.EVELO tXN�lltt/Nl t'Y QEIiEI.OPIJEN7 July 20, 2012 Jessica Herbert Chair Salem Historical Commission 93-Washington Street Salem Massachusetts 01970 Re: MBTA Salem Commuter Rail Station Improvements Intensive (Locational)Archaeological Survey/Site Examination PAL#2702, MHC#RC.50204 Dear Ms. Herbert: On behalf of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA), enclosed please find one copy of the technical report titled Salem Intermodal Station Project, Intensive (Locational) Archaeological Survey/Site Examination, Salem, Massachusetts, prepared by PAL. The MBTA as the project proponent will be consulting with the Massachusetts Historical Commission and other interested parties including your commission over the next several weeks to discuss the survey results and recommendations, and ways to avoid, minimize, or mitigate project impacts to the identified Salem North River Railroad Roundhouse archaeological site. A copy of this report has also been provided to the Massachusetts Historical Commission and Historic Salem, Inc. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact Suzanne Cherau, Principal Investigator, or me at your convenience. CSincerely, /V Deborah C. Cox,RPA President Enclosure cc: Andrew Brennan, MBTA(w/o encl.) / Holly Palmgren,MBTA(w/o encl.) George Doherty Jr., MBTA(w/o encl.) Jonathan McCredie, Fennick McCredie Architecture(w/o encl.) 210 Lonsdale Avenue Pawtucket, RI 02860 1401.728.8780 Main 401.728.8784 Fax - palinc.com ��COW1IT��Q' A , s 9ecurms Salem Historical Commissi®n 120 WASHINGTON STREET,SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS 01970 (978)619-5685 FAX(978) 740-0404 July 19, 2012 Secretary Richard K. Sullivan, Jr. Executive Office of Energy and.Environmental Affairs (EEA) Attn: MEPA Office 100 Cambridge Street, Suite 900 Boston, MA 02114 RE: Salem Intermodal Station Project Expanded Environmental Notification Form Dear Secretary Sullivan: The Salem Historical Commission has reviewed the Expanded Environmental Notification Form (EENF) for the Salem Intermodal Station and is in support of the MBTA's request of the waiver of the Environmental Impact Report requirement. The Commission supports the waiver, as it has been determined that there will be ample opportunity for ongoing review of mitigation measures to historic resources impacted by this project through the MGL Chapter 9 process in consultation with Massachusetts Historical Commission and other interested parties. In this regard, the Salem Historical Commission respectfully requests to be considered an interested party for this project. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, � J ica B. Herbert� air Cc: Brona Simon, MHC Holly Palmgren, MBTA Maureen Cavanaugh— Epsilon Associates AUG 2 2 2412 DEPT.OF COAPLgRINIPlG$ The Commonwealth of Massachusettstts 'iTYC;_vELOPMENT William Francis Galvin, Secretary of the Commonwealth Massachusetts Historical Commission August 20,2012 Andrew Brennan Director of Environmental Affairs Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority 10 Park Plaza, Suite 3910 Boston, MA 02116 Attn: Holly Palmgren r RE: MBTA Salem Intermodal Station Project, Salem. MHC#RC.50204. EEA#14920. Dear Mr. Brennan: Staff of the Massachusetts Historical Commission(MHC)have reviewed the technical report,Salem Intermodal Station Project Intensive(Locational)Archaeological Survey/Site Examination, Salem,Massachusetts,prepared by the PAL,Inc.,received July 20,2012, and comments from the Salem Historical Commission, received August 6, 2012,for the project referenced above. Results of the technical report indicate that intact portions of the Salem North River Railroad Roundhouse historic archaeological site are within and adjacent to the project impact area. The site retains integrity,and the PAL has recommended that the site meets criteria A,C and D(36 CFR 60)for listing in the National Register of Historic - Places.Additional information is required by the MHC to continue its review of the project regarding potential effects to the Salem North River Railroad Roundhouse Site.The MHC understands that 30%design plans have been developed for the project. Please submit scaled existing and proposed conditions project plans for the project as a whole to the MHC, Salem Historical Commission and Historic Salem,Inc. when they are developed. Please also submit the draft scope for restoration efforts, including a summary of potential reuse alternatives,and the draft construction monitoring plan for the Signal Tower to the MHC, Salem Historical Commission and Historic Salem, Inc. when they are developed. The MHC looks forward to reviewing the additional information requested above, and to consultation to avoid, minimize or mitigate adverse effects to significant historic and archaeological resources. These comments are offered to assist in compliance with MGL c. 9,ss, 26-27C(950 CMR 71)and MEPA (301 CMR I I). Please contact me or Jonathan K. Patton,Archaeologist, if you have any questions.. Sincerely, N _ ^� ! Brand/e�e Loug Preservation Planner Massachusetts Historical Commission xc: Elizabeth Grob, Epsilon Associates, Inc. Secretary Richard K. Sullivan, EEA,Attn: Bill Gage,MEPA Unit DEP-NERD,Wetlands&Waterways Salem Historical Commission Historic Salem,Inc. Deborah C. Cox,PAL,Attn: Suzanne Cherau 220 Morrissey Boulevard, Boston, Massachusetts 02125 (617) 727-8470, Fax: (617) 727-5128 www.sec.state.ma.us/mhc