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ONE SALEM GREEN, SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS 01970 TELEPHONE 744 4580
April 12, 1983
Ms. Candace Jenkins, Registration
Director
Massachusetts Historical Commission
294 Washington Street
Boston, MA 02108
Dear Ms. Jenkins: Re: Multiple Resource
Nomination
Enclosed please find the following information requested
by your office on March 3, 1983. A revised owners' mailing list
was submitted to your office on March 25, 1983.
1. Corrected district maps at 100' scale.
2. The area and form numbers do correspond to Salem's
assessor maps and lot numbers.
3. Responses to additional information requested on various
nomination properties. These items are attached separately
to this package.
4. A second set of 34 x 5" photographs are not yet available
and will be submitted shortly.
Thank you for offering to attend an information meeting on
May 4, 7:00 PM-at this office one week prior to the Mass. Historical
Commission meeting on May 11th at the Essex Institute. I'm sure that
you, Bill Finch, and Pat Wesolowski will be able to help the property
owners understand the benefits and significance of the listing. Notices
will be mailed out by my office two weeks prior to the May 4th meeting.
I appreciate your assistance and patience on this matter.
Sincerely,
Michael Moniz
MM/pw Project Administrator
Enclosures
1. SALEM LAUNDRY:
The Hooper family has owned and operated the Salem Laundry business since its
inception in the late 1800's. It was not the only laundry business in the area. The
business was moved to its present location in 1906. Aside from the one story
addition to the north side of the building, the original structure remains intact.
The Salem Laundry Company has reduced its commercial laundry service in favor
of a small coin-operated location and dry cleaning business. The business offices
remain in the building.
Z. THE BOWKER BLOCK:
In 1974, the Bowker Block was purchased by the L. H. Rogers Clothing Store.
The original storefronts over time had been completely changed to a combination
of wood, glass and aluminum. With L. H. Rogers' arrival, the mix and match
storefronts were replaced with granite piers and lintels.
3. GARDNER BLOCK:
According to a Salem News Article, December 19, 1891, the heirs of the Gardner
family purchased this site from the heirs to the Chase and Ropes families in order
to "construct a monument to the Gardner Family" on the site of the original
Gardner homestead. It appears that the Gardner heirs were family and relatives
of Henry Gardner (died January Z3, 1980), a prosperous merchant in the East
Indies and South American trade, who at one time was the largest importer of
manila goods in the country.
The Salem Five Cents Savings Bank opened on May 14, 1855 at 173 Essex Street
(HIP-78), moved to the Downing Block, and in the 1870's moved to the Northey
Building at the corner of Essex and Washington Streets. The Salem Five Cents
Savings Bank catered to the small depositor's account, encouraging children and
young adults to save. Of the first 300 depositors, 26Z were minors. The Bank was
one of the only banks in the area which would open an account with a minimum
deposit of five cents. In 1893 the Salem Five moved into one-half of the first
floor of the new Gardner Building; the other half was home to the First National
Bank. The Salem Five owns and occupies the entire building today.
4. 216-218 ESSEX STREET:
Jacob Rust, a merchant and owner of assorted real estate interests, sold this
building in 1806, six years after he had it built, to a Henry Rust for $11,000. The
building has always been used for commercial purposes, ranging from dry goods
to offices. The upper two stories had been left vacant for the last twenty years.
In 1981 a legal firm, upon obtaining a long-term lease, renovated the upper floors
for office use. A new recessed glass curtain wall entrance between this building
and 220-ZZ6 provides an access to the upper floors of both buildings.
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5. BESSIE MONROE HOUSE:
Bessie Monroe owned and occupied the 7 Ash Street house until her death around
1975. Bessie Monroe was an elderly lady who became upset upon hearing that the
property, in addition to all of the adjacent buildings, was to be taken by eminent
domain through the Redevelopment Authority. The house was originally targeted
for demolition. The Redevelopment Authority, concerned with how the
relocation would affect Bessie Monroe's health, decided to take the property but
allow Mrs. Monroe to live there until her death. This decision delayed the
planned demolition of the building, even though all other targeted properties
were demolished. Luckily, the renewal plan changed its focus from new
construction to restoration of existing buildings between the time of the Taking
and Bessie Monroe's death. The building was then sold to an owner interested in
restoring the structure.
6. FIRST UNIVERSALIST CHURCH:
See attached booklet on Parish history.
7. YMCA BUILDING:
The YMCA was organized in Salem in 1858 and was originally housed in rented
space at the old Custom House on Central Street. The first building purchased
b the YMCA was at 20 Central
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ears later th
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location on Essex Street was constructed and opened for use. The original roof
-top granite portico/trellis structure was removed in the late 1950's due to
structural problems. The brick addition at the rear of the building was
constructed at this time to house the present indoor pool.
In 1979-1980 the YMCA Trustees, realizing that the facility would have to be
upgraded to increase the declining membership due to the growth of private
health clubs, sold a portion of the second and third floors to the Salem Housing
Authority, in order to raise the necessary capital for the improvements.
The Housing Authority renovated the two floors which formerly contained rental
rooms, into fourteen units of elderly housing. With its own capital, and with
grants from the Department of Interior's UPARR Program and the Salem
Redevelopment Authority, the YMCA is undergoing more than a half million
dollars of upgrading.
8. SHEPARD BLOCK:
The Greek Revival building, originally constructed for residential use, was
modified for commercial use on its first floor around 1890. Atlas and building
records indicate the existence of wood framed garages and out-building as early
as 1874. The brick rear ell is not original and was constructed some time after
1911. Similar structures appear at 5-9 Summer Street and also at the Bowker
Block, 144-156 Essex Street. The Shepard Building and Bowker Block act as
anchors within our renewal areas along Essex Street, with the Shepard Building
on the West edge and the Bowker Block on the East.
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9• 15 SUMMER STREET:
This Colonial Revival structure is one of a series of similar period and style
buildings just east of this downtown area. The style was more predominant in
the adjoining neighborhoods on Beckford Street, Broad Street and Cambridge and
Chestnut Streets.
10. 5-9 SUMMER STREET:
The Bowker Block at 144-156 Essex Street, built in 1830, approximately three to
four years prior to 5-9 Summer Street and the Shepard Block, 298-304 Essex
Street, are similar Greek Revival Buildings.
11. WESLEY METHODIST CHURCH:
In 1823 a wood meeting house was constructed on Sewell Street by the growing
Methodist population. Dissension was immediate due to an ownership dispute
between some of the Parish and its Minister, Reverend Jesse Fillmore. By 1841
the dispute resulted in the formation of a second parish which located on Union
Street. In 1844 the two parishes merged and erected a new church on Lafayette
Street. The original Sewall Street meeting house was sold to the Second
Universalist Society. (Sketch of Salem: 1676-1879; Chas. A. Osgood & H. M.
Batchelder.
In 1872 the Sewall Street property was repurchased by some members of the
Lafayette Street Methodists Society who received a charter to form a separate
parish. The meetinghouse was named the Wesley Chapel after the English
Methodist John Wesley (1703-1791). By 1886 the congregation had outgrown its
meeting space, and on July 1, 1888 the cornerstone was laid and the new Wesley
Methodist Church was dedicated on April 25, 1889 on North Street. (Wesley
Methodist Church Book; 1872-1972.)
In 1957 the Parish Building at the rear of the existing church was demolished to
make room for an education building. The building is a two-story brick
structure, with a dark red metal window system
12. PROBATE COURT ADDITION
The 1979 addition-to Probate Court is a five story concrete and glass edifice
containing the Essex County Administration and Registry of Deeds offices as
well as other Court functions. The building was designed by Phineas Alpers
Incorporated. Construction cost was approximately $2.8 million.
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111 � Office of the Secretary of State
MASSACHUSETTS 294 Washington Street
HISTORICAL 02108 Massachusetts MICHAEL JOSEPH CONNOLLY
COMMISSION 617-727-8470 Secretary of State
March 3, 1983 Race/�
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Michael- -Moniz , Director SALE
Salem Redevelopment Authority M PLANNING DEPT
One Salem Green
Salem, MA 01970
Dear Mr. M'on€z :
Massachusetts Historical Commission staff are currently reviewing the Downtown Salem
Multiple Resource Area nomination.form. It has tentatively been scheduled for
consideration by the State Review Board at their meeting on May 11,1983. To
confirm that date, we will need some additional information from your office.
First, updated owner information is required by March 21, 1983. Federal reg-
ulations require that the State Historic Preservation Officer notify property owners
of pending Review Board consideration 30-75 days before the date of the meeting so that
they may comment on the action.. Those regulations also require that owners' names and
addresses be obtained no more than 90 days before the date of the notification letter.
We depend on the nominating party to check local property records, and provide us
with updated owner information.
_ In the case of Multiple Resource Areas such as this, we notify each property owner
individually. Therefore, you should submit the owners'. list typed on mailing labels. {
-In addition to the owner's name and address, the label should reference the property
address and district name. Labels are enclosed. Notifications will be mailed on
March 28, 1983.
SAMPLE: Individual property District {
L.H. Rogers, Inc. Robert B. Bowman f
144 Essex St. 40 Wisteria at.
Salem, MA 01970 Salem, MA 01970 I
RE: Bowker Place RE: 47 Federal St. Salem
144-156 Essex St., Salem Federal St. Historic District
In addition to the owner information, some substantive questions about the nomination
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itself must be answered .by March 31, 1983.
General Information: `
1. A second set of 3 x 5 photographs is required (one set to remain at MHC, one set
to be forwarded to the Keeper of the National Register) . These should be retaken if
any major changes to the buildings have taken place.
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2. A. more .legible copy of the base map with source, date and scale.
3.:. Confirmation that the area and form number provided on the top of the inventory
forms correpond to assessor's map, page and lot numbers.
Specific Information:
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1. . Salem Laundry - Who was involved in the business? Was this their first permanent
location? Was this the first/only laundry in Salem? Discusss any major Diak-wits w+LL-
renovations/alterations.
,,//2. Bowker Place - Discuss any major renovations/alterations.
3. ,Gardner Block - include in Area C; where did the name Gardner come from? 4, ,
Was the Salem Five Cents Savings Bank the original tenant? What was the Salem -
Five'.s relative imprtance - what clientele did it serve and who was involved with
it? Please make sure/that the addition is included within the delineated boundaries
f Area C.
4. 216-218 Essex St. - Include in Area C; is anything known about Rust or other
tenant/owners? Discuss any major renovations/alterations. not ww Fz toyvc-
S. .Bessie Munroe House .- Who is Bessie Munroe? When.was she associated with the
/house?
✓ 6. First Universalist Church - .Briefly discuss parish history; is anything known c4%4.
/about the architect? . Discuss nature and extent of 1924 .restoration. 4E0AO� -
. 7. YMCA Building - Who was involved in the formation? Was this their first
..permanent location? Discuss any.major renovations/alterations.
8. Shepard Block' - Is anything known about Shepard? How does this relate to other
period developments in t he.downtown? Discuss storefront alterations ( approx. dates) ;
is rear ell original?
J 9. 15 Summer St. Can this be.compared to other similar period developments
in the downtown?.
�10. 5 - 9 Summer St. - How does the relate. to other similar period developments
111 in the downtown?
11. Wesley Methodist Church - Provide brief parish history; revise boundaries:
attached rear addition must be included and briefly described - is any land to be
included?
i12. Federal Street Historic District; Area A - Briefly describe 1979 -addition to
Probate Court (HP .- 14) . �r
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3. Crombie Street Historic District; Area B - Delete HP- 36 which has been heavily
altered and is physically removed from the district. f! /� ,�
14, Downtown Salem Historic District; Area C - .add HPO 3 and HP-Z 4 to the district;
provide basic data on structure between HP - 4 and.HP - 58 (date, number of stories,
materials, owner) .
.In general, the submitted nomination was carefully prepared and well presented.
We hope that you will Ibe ableto answer the points specified above in time for a
May State Review Board consideration. ' If you have any questions, please let me
know as soon as possible.
Sincerely,
Candace J nki s,
Registrat on irector
Massachuset s Hisotrical Commission
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enclosures
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1. SALEM LAUNDRY:
The Hooper family has owned and operated the Salem Laundry business since its
inception in the late 1800's. It was not the only laundry business in the area. The
business was moved to its present location in 1906. Aside from the one story
addition to the north side of the building, the original structure remains intact.
The Salem Laundry Company has reduced its commercial laundry service in favor
of a small coin-operated location and dry cleaning business. The business offices
remain in the building.
2. THE BOWKER BLOCK:
In 1974, the Bowker Block was purchased by the L. H. Rogers Clothing Store.
The original storefronts over time had been completely changed to a combination
of wood, glass and aluminum. With L. H. Rogers' arrival, the mix and match
storefronts were replaced with granite piers and lintels.
3. GARDNER BLOCK:
According to a Salem News Article, December 19, 1891, the heirs of the Gardner
family purchased this site from the heirs to the Chase and Ropes families in order
to "construct a monument to the Gardner Family" on the site of the original
Gardner homestead. It appears that the Gardner heirs were family and relatives
of Henry Gardner (died January 23, 1980), a prosperous merchant in the East
Indies and South American trade, who at one time was the largest importer of
manila goods in the country.
The Salem Five Cents Savings Bank opened on May 14, 1855 at 173 Essex Street
(HIP.78), moved to the Downing Block, and in the 1870's moved to the Northey
Building at the corner of Essex and Washington Streets. The Salem Five Cents
Savings Bank catered to the small depositor's account, encouraging children and
young adults to save. Of the first 300 depositors, 262 were minors. The Bank was
one of the only banks in the area which would open an account with a minimum
deposit of five cents. In 1893 the Salem Five moved into one-half of the first
floor of the new Gardner Building; the other half was home to the First National
Bank. The Salem Five owns and occupies the entire building today.
4. 216-218 ESSEX STREET:
Jacob Rust, a merchant and owner of assorted real estate interests, sold this
building in 1806, six years after he had it built, to a Henry Rust for $11,000. The
building has always been used for commercial purposes, ranging from dry goods
to offices. The upper two stories had been left vacant for the last twenty years.
In 1981 a legal firm, upon obtaining a long-term lease, renovated the upper floors
for office use. A new recessed glass curtain wall entrance between this building
and 220-226 provides an access to the upper floors of both buildings.
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5. BESSIE MONROE HOUSE:
Bessie Monroe owned and occupied the 7 Ash Street house until her death around
1975. Bessie Monroe was an elderly lady who became upset upon hearing that the
property, in addition to all of the adjacent buildings, was to be taken by eminent
domain through the Redevelopment Authority. The house was originally targeted
for demolition. The Redevelopment Authority, concerned with how the
relocation would affect Bessie Monroe's health, decided to take the property but
allow Mrs. Monroe to live there until her death. This decision delayed the
planned demolition of the building, even though all other targeted properties
were demolished. Luckily, the renewal plan changed its focus from new
construction to restoration of existing buildings between the time of the Taking
and Bessie Monroe's death. The building was then sold to an owner interested in
restoring the structure.
6. FIRST UNIVERSALIST CHURCH:
See attached booklet on Parish history.
7. YMCA BUILDING:
The YMCA was organized in Salem in 1858 and was originally housed in rented
space at the old Custom House on Central Street. The first building purchased
by the YMCA was at 20 Central Street in 1884. Twenty years later the present
location on Essex Street was constructed and opened for use. The original roof
top granite portico/trellis structure was removed in the late 1950's due to
structural problems. The brick addition at the rear of the building was
constructed at this time to house the present indoor pool.
In 1979-1980 the YMCA Trustees, realizing that the facility would have to be
upgraded to increase the declining membership due to the growth of private
health clubs, sold a portion of the second and third floors to the Salem Housing
Authority, in order to raise the necessary capital for the improvements.
The Housing Authority renovated the two floors which formerly contained rental
rooms, into fourteen units of elderly housing. With its own capital, and with
grants from the Department of Interior's UPARR Program and the Salem
Redevelopment Authority, the YMCA is undergoing more than a half million
dollars of upgrading.
8. SHEPARD BLOCK:
The Greek Revival building, originally constructed for residential use, was
modified for commercial use on its first floor around 1890. Atlas and building
records indicate the existence of wood framed garages and out-building as early
as 1874. The brick rear ell is not original and was constructed some time after
1911. Similar structures appear at 5-9 Summer Street and also at the Bowker
Block, 144-156 Essex Street. The Shepard Building and Bowker Block act as
anchors within our renewal areas along Essex Street, with the Shepard Building
on the West edge and the Bowker Block on the East.
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9. 15 SUMMER STREET:
This Colonial Revival structure is one of a series of similar period and style
buildings just east of this downtown area. The style was more predominant in
the adjoining neighborhoods on Beckford Street, Broad Street and Cambridge and
Chestnut Streets.
10. 5-9 SUMMER STREET:
The Bowker Block at 144-156 Essex Street, built in 1830, approximately three to
four years prior to 5-9 Summer Street and the Shepard Block, 298-304 Essex
Street, are similar Greek Revival Buildings.
11. WESLEY METHODIST CHURCH:
In 1823 a wood meeting house was constructed on Sewell Street by the growing
Methodist population. Dissension was immediate due to an ownership dispute
between some of the Parish and its Minister, Reverend Jesse Fillmore. By 1841
the dispute resulted in the formation of a second parish which located on Union
Street. In 1844 the two parishes merged and erected anew church on Lafayette
Street. The original Sewall Street meeting house was sold to the Second
Universalist Society. (Sketch of Salem: 1676-1879; Chas. A. Osgood & H. M.
Batchelder.
In 1872 the Sewall Street property was repurchased by some members of the
Lafayette Street Methodists Society who received a charter to form a separate
parish. The meetinghouse was named the Wesley Chapel after the English
Methodist John Wesley (1703-1791). By 1886 the congregation had outgrown its
meeting space, and on July 1, 1888 the cornerstone was laid and the new Wesley
Methodist Church was dedicated on April 25, 1889 on North Street. (Wesley
Methodist Church Book; 1872-1972.)
In 1957 the Parish Building at the rear of the existing church was demolished to
make room for an education building. The building is a two-story brick
structure, with a dark red metal window system
12. PROBATE COURT ADDITION
The 1979 addition to Probate Court is a five story concrete and glass edifice
containing the Essex County Administration and Registry of Deeds offices as
well as other Court functions. The building was designed by Phineas Alpers
Incorporated. Construction cost was approximately $2.8 million.
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+� COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS
1111111 Office of the Secretary of State
MASSACHUSETTS 294 Washington Street
HISTORICAL Boston, Massachusetts
02108 MICHAEL JOSEPH CONNOLLY
COMMISSION 617-727-8470 Secretary of State
NOTIFICATION.OF ELIGIBILITY FOR NATIONAL. REGISTER LISTING
TO: Mayor Jean A. Levesque/Salem Historical Commission
FROM: Massachusetts Historical Cmmission
DATE: May 26, 1983
The Massachusetts Historical Commission is pleased to inform you that the
following properties have been voted eligible for *nation to the National
Register of Historic Places by the Coamission acting as the State Review
Board. Under Executive Order 11593 a property is afforded protection from
adverse effect caused by publicly funded, licensed or assisted proSects when
it has been voted eligible for nomination to the National Register. The
nomination form has been submitted to the National Register Office, National
Park Service in Washington, D.C. for final review. When we. have received
their determination, you will be advised. If you have any questions, or
require further information, please contact the Commission's National Regis-
ter staff. .
PROPERTY/ADDRESS DATE VOTED ELIGIBLE
Historic Resources of 5/11/83
Downtown Salem
(88 properties)
cc: Mike Moniz, Salem Redevelopment Authority
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THIS AGREEMENT, entered into as of this day of
1979, by and between the SALEM REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (hereinafter
referred to as the "Authority" ) , the CITY OF SALEM (hereinafter
referred to as the "City" ) and
individuals doing business as architects, (hereinafter referred to
as the "Contractor") .
WITNESSETH
WHEREAS, the Authority is undertaking certain activities
necessary for the planning and execution of a project designated as
Heritage Plaza-West, Urban Renewal Project; and
WHEREAS, the City has received Small Cities Funds to implement
the Heritage Plaza-West Urban Renewal Project; and
WHEREAS., the City and the Authority desire to engage the
Contractor to render certain technical and professional advice and
assistance in connection with such undertakings of the Authority;
NOW, THEREFORE, the parties hereto do mutually agree as follows :
ARTICLE I - SCOPE OF SERVICES
The Contractor shall perform all the necessary services pro-
vided under this Contract in connection with and respecting to the
following building/s:
When and as directed by the Authority, the Contractor shall
render to the Authority, in a satisfactory and proper manner, as
determined by the Authority, architectural services consisting of,
but not limited to the following:
1. Facade Improvement Tasks
a. Basic historic research and documentation of prior
design and identification of special features of the
building/s which should be preserved.
ARTICLE 2 - TIME OF PERFORMANCE
The services of the contractor are to commence on the date
first above written and shall be undertaken and completed within
45 days from the date of contract.
ARTICLE 3 - TERMINATION OF THIS AGREEMENT
The City, in conjunction with the Authority, shall have the
right to terminate this Agreement during any phase by giving
written notice to the Contractor of such termination and specifying
the date thereof, at least 10 (ten) days before the effective date
of termination. In that event, the Contractor shall be entitled
to just and equitable payment for any uncompensated work performed
to the termination date.
ARTICLE 4 - REVISION OF AGREEMENT
Changes in the Scope of Services of the Contractor to be
performed under this Agreement, including any increases or decreases
in the compensation to the Contractor or the time limitation for
completion, which are mutually agreed upon by and between the City,
the Authority and the Contractor, shall be incorporated into this
Agreement in the form of written amendments . Any and all amend-
ments, alterations, and changes in this Agreement will only be
binding on the parties if executed in writing as set forth herein.
ARTICLE 5 - CONFLICT OF INTEREST
A. The Contractor covenants that during the period to be covered
by this program, the Contractor shall have no interest, direct or
indirect, with respect to the City or the Authority which creates
a conflict of interest. The Contractor further covenants that in
the performance of this Agreement no person having such interest
shall be employed. "Conflicts of interest" as used herein shall
include, but are not limited to any determination of any conflict
which is in accordance with the provisions of Massachusetts General
Laws, Chapter 268 , Sec . 1, et. seq.
B. No member, officer or employee of the City or the Authority, no
member of the governing body of the Locality, and no other public
official of such Locality or Localities who exercises any responsi-
bilities or functions with respect to the City's project, during this
tenure or for one year thereafter, shall have any interest, direct or
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indirect, in this Agreement or the proceeds thereof.
C. No member of, or delegate to, the Congress of the United States
shall be admitted to any share or part of this Agreement, or to any
benefit that may arise therefrom.
D. The Contractor warrants that it has not employed any person
to solicit or secure this Agreement upon any agreement for a commission,
percentage, brokerage, or contingent fee. Breach of this warranty
shall give the City or the Authority the right to terminate this
Agreement, or in its discretion, to deduct from the Contractor' s
fee the amount of such commission, percentage, brokerage, or con-
tingent fee.
ARTICLE 6. - NONDISCRIMINATION
The Contractor shall not discriminate against any employee or
applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, age,
or national origin. The Contractor shall take affirmative action to
ensure that applicants are employed, and employees are treated during
employment, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age or
national origin. Such action shall include, but not be limited to,
the following: employment, up-grading, demotion, or transfer;
recruitment or recruitment advertising; layoffs or termination; rates
of pay or other form of compensation; and selection for training,
including apprenticeship. The Contractor agrees to post in con-
spicuous places, available to employees and applicants for employment,
notice to be provided by the City setting forth the provisions of
this nondiscrimination clause. The Contractor will, in all solicita-
tions or advertisements for employees, placed by or on behalf of the
Contractor, state that all qualified applicants will receive
consideration .for employment without regard to race, color religion,
4 . . . . .
or national origin.
ARTICLE 7 - INDEMNIFICATION
The Contractor agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the City
of Salem, the Authority, its agents, its servants, from any and all
liability, claim or cause of action for personal injury, wrongful
death, or damage to property or persons arising out of and/or in
accordance with the work to be performed pursuant to this Agreement.
ARTICLE 8 - PAYMENT
The total payment for services described in ARTICLE I, SCOPE OF
SERVICES, shall not exceed
which shall constitute full and complete compensation for the Contractor' s
services hereunder. After written approval from the Authority accepting
the submitted information described in ARTICLE I, said sum will be paid
subject to receipt of a requisition for payment by the last day of the
month from the Contractor specifying that he has performed the work
under the terms of this Contract and that he is entitled to receive the
amount requisitioned under the terms of this Contract.
Payment by the City shall be on or about the 24th day of the
following month.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Authority, the City and the Contractor have
executed this Agreement as of the date first above written.
CITY OF SALEM: SALEM REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY:
By By
Jean A. Levesque Chairman
Mayor, City of Salem
By CONTRACTOR:
W. Gregory Senko,
City Planner
By
Small Cities Funds have been appropriated
for this purpose pending receipt of Federal
Funds
Charles T. Passales, City Auditor
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THIS AGREEMENT, entered into as of this day of
1979 , by and between the SALEM REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (hereinafter
referred to as the "Authority" ) , the CITY OF SALEM (hereinafter
referred to as the "City") and
individuals doing business as architects, (hereinafter referred to
as the "Contractor") .
WITNESSETH
WHEREAS, the Authority is undertaking certain activities
necessary for the planning and execution of a project designated as
Heritage. Plaza-West, Urban Renewal Project; and
WHEREAS, the City has received Small Cities Funds to implement
the Heritage Plaza-West Urban Renewal Project; and
WHEREAS, the City and the Authority desire to engage the
Contractor to render certain technical and professional advice and
assistance in connection with such undertakings of the Authority;
NOW, THEREFORE, the parties hereto do mutually agree as follows:
ARTICLE I - SCOPE OF SERVICES
The Contractor shall perform all the necessary services pro-
vided under this Contract in connection with and respecting to the
following building/s:
When and as directed by the Authority, the Contractor shall
render to the Authority, in a satisfactory and proper manner, as
determined by the Authority, architectural services consisting of,
but not limited to the following:
1. Facade Improvement Tasks
a. Basic historic research and documentation of prior
design and identification of special features of the
building/s which should be preserved.
b. Preliminary design of facade improvements:
1) Coordination with owner;
2) Presentations to Design Review Board (as
required) .
C. Cost estimate for construction - itemized and veri-
fiable by independent estimator/contractor.
PRODUCT: Approved preliminary design and cost estimate.
2. Vacant Space Conversion Study
a. Spatial characteristics:
1) Measured drawings of existing floor plans showing
structures;
2) Code check (egress, sanitary, fire) ;
3) Structural evaluation - preliminary
4) Energy systems (existing) - assessment;
5) Special features - conservation.
b. Proposed layout for reuse:
1) Coordination with owner;
2) Compliance with Property Rehabilitation Requirements.
C. Itemized cost estimate for construction (verifiable by
independent estimator/contractor.
PRODUCT: A written report describing existing conditions of
the building/s. Schematic layout of housing or other
uses in the building/s .
Cost estimate of construction costs .
3. Analysis of Economic Feasibility
a. Investment and return pro-formas using conventional .
financing.
b. Investigation of alternative subsidy and incentive programs.
C. Description of impact on pro-forma.
PRODUCT: Report on feasibility of conversion projects with con-
ventional financing and with alternative incentives.
2. . . . . .
ARTICLE 2 - TIME OF PERFORMANCE
The services of the contractor are to commence on the date
first above written and shall be undertaken and completed within
45 days from the date of contract.
ARTICLE 3 - TERMINATION OF THIS AGREEMENT
The City, in conjunction with the Authority, shall have the
right to terminate this Agreement during any phase by giving
written notice to the Contractor of such termination and specifying
the date thereof, at least 10 (ten) days before the effective date
of termination. In that event, the Contractor shall be entitled
to just and equitable payment for any uncompensated work performed
to the termination date.
ARTICLE 4 - REVISION OF AGREEMENT
Changes in the Scope of Services of the Contractor to be
performed under this Agreement, including any increases or decreases
in the compensation to the Contractor or the time limitation for
completion, which are mutually agreed upon by and between the City,
the Authority and the Contractor, shall be incorporated into this
Agreement in the form of written amendments . Any and all amend-
ments, alterations, and changes in this Agreement will only be
binding on the parties if executed in writing as set forth herein.
ARTICLE 5 - CONFLICT OF INTEREST _
A. The Contractor covenants that during the period to be covered
by this program, the Contractor shall have no interest, direct or
indirect, with respect to the City or the Authority which creates
a conflict of interest. The Contractor further covenants that in
the performance of this Agreement no person having such interest
shall be employed. "Conflicts of interest" as used herein shall
include, but are not limited to any determination of any conflict
which is in accordance with the provisions of Massachusetts General
Laws, Chapter 268, Sec. 1, et. seq.
B. No member, officer or employee of the City or the Authority, no
member of the governing body of the Locality, and no other public
official of such Locality or Localities who exercises any responsi-
bilities or functions with respect to the City's project, during this
tenure or for one year thereafter, shall have any interest, direct or
3. . . . . . .
indirect, in this Agreement or the proceeds thereof.
C. No member of, or delegate to, the Congress of the United States
shall be admitted to any share or part of this Agreement, or to any
benefit that may arise therefrom.
D. The Contractor warrants that it has not employed any person
to solicit or secure this Agreement upon any agreement for a commission,
percentage, brokerage, or contingent fee. Breach of this warranty _
shall give the City or the Authority the right to terminate this
Agreement, or in its discretion, to deduct from the Contractor's
fee the amount of such commission, percentage, brokerage, or con-
tingent fee.
ARTICLE 6. - NONDISCRIMINATION
The Contractor shall not discriminate against any employee or
applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, age,
or national origin. The Contractor shall take affirmative action to
ensure that applicants are employed, and employees are treated during
employment, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age or
national origin. Such action shall include, but not be limited to,
the following: employment, up-grading, demotion, or transfer;
recruitment or recruitment advertising; layoffs or, termination; rates
of pay or other form of compensation; and selection for training,
including apprenticeship. The Contractor agrees to post in con-
spicuous places, available to employees and applicants for employment,
notice to be provided by the City setting forth the provisions of
this nondiscrimination clause. The Contractor will, in all solicita-
tions or advertisements for employees, placed by or on behalf of the
Contractor, state that all qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color religion,
4 . . . . .
or national origin.
ARTICLE 7 - INDEMNIFICATION
The Contractor agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the City
of Salem, the Authority, its agents, its servants, from any and all
liability, claim or cause of action for personal injury, wrongful
death, or damage to property or persons arising out of and/or in
accordance with the work to be performed pursuant to this Agreement.
ARTICLE 8 - PAYMENT
The total payment for services described in ARTICLE I, SCOPE OF
SERVICES, shall not exceed
which shall constitute full and complete compensation for the Contractor' s
services hereunder. After written approval from the Authority accepting
the submitted information described in ARTICLE I, said sum will be paid
subject to receipt of a requisition for payment by the last day of the
month from the Contractor specifying that he has performed the work
under the terms of this Contract and that he is entitled to receive the
amount requisitioned under the terms of this Contract.
Payment by the City shall be .on or about the 24th day of the
following month.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Authority, the City and the Contractor have
executed this Agreement as of the date first above written.
CITY OF SALEM: SALEM REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY:
By By
Jean A. Levesque
Mayor, City of Salem Chairman
By CONTRACTOR:
W. Gregory Senko,
City Planner
By . . .
Small Cities Funds have been appropriated
for this purpose pending receipt of Federal
Funds
Charles T. Passales, City Auditor
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PROJECT COMPLETION REPORT
Downtown Survey and Feasibility Study Conducted by the Salem Redevelopment Authority
This Report is submitted in accordance with an Agreement by the Massa-
chusetts Historical
Commission and the Salem Redevelopment Authority, dated
July 25, 1979.
Respectfully submitted,
April 30, 1980
Christopher G. Olney
Project Administrator
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1. Downtown Salem Survey, National Register Nomination
A major component of the project was the completion of inventory
work in the downtown, leading to the nomination of eligible sites to
the National Register of Historic Places. The purpose of this activity
was threefold: a) to identify and protect eligible properties; b) to
assist the City of Salem in complying with environmental review pro-
cedures mandated by Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation
Act of 1966 and Executive Order 11593; and 3) to assist the SRA in
the implementation of the Heritage Plaza-West Urban Renewal Plan by
providing property owners with access to and information about the tax
incentives for rehabilitation of historic structures.
Methodology for the implementation of this aspect of the project
underwent some modification as it progressed. The original intention
.was to contract with an independent consultant or firm to provide the
products, with minimum involvement of the SRA and the community. In
response to the proposals received, the decision was made to hire a
preservation consultant, Allison Crump, to work on the project in the
SRA office, and to be available to educate the SRA, Planning Department,
other city agencies and property owners about the meaning and benefits
of the inventory and the National Register designation.
In specific terms, the consultant collected available inventory
materials from Historic Salem, Inc. , a private preservation organization
which has sponsored considerable survey activity throughout the city.
An evaluation of the existing inventory showed that HSI's focus had been
exclusively physical, with little research or documentation supporting
the basic descriptive information. The initial phase of the consultant's
work consisted of a review of maps and insurance atlases, along with
primary texts. A pattern of growth of the city emerged from this research,
which formed the basis of an initial identification of sites of probable
significance, developed by the consultant but incorporating the views
of interested local individuals and agencies: the SRA, the Design Review
Board, the Salem Historical Commission, and HSI. Further research on
individual sites combined.with analysis of the physical context of various
sites led to draft recommendations of individual sites and districts
to be included in a Multiple: Resource nomination. Refinement of the draft
recommendations has resulted from the comments of local groups as well as
the MHC staff.
The stated goals of the project were the completion of inventory forms
and a Multiple Resource National Register nomination for the downtown area.
Both products were submitted to the MHC in draft form in early January.
Delays encountered in the review process have prevented the project from
reaching final approved form by the project completion date, but the SRA
is confident that final form will be attained in the very near future.
In addition to the stated goals, other benefits have been realized as a
result of the decision to hire a full-time consultant. There has been con-
siderable support and enthusiasm generated from property owners for the
National Register nomination, resulting from public and private meetings.
There has also been a resolution of a dispute over the delegation of authority
in environmental review of CDBG-funded activities in Heritage Plaza-West.
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The SRA anticipates that the benefits of the Tax Reform Act of
1976 will be a cornerstone of the successful implementation of urban
renewal in Heritage Plaza-West, and the resulting impact of the project-
will by far surpass its original goals, and make a lasting contribution
to local revitalization efforts as well as to MHC preservation objectives.
2. Feasibility Studies
A. Project description, methodology, accomplishments.
Five endangered buildings in the Heritage Plaza-West urban renewal
area were studied by consultants to determine important architectural
features and, where appropriate, to provide an economic analysis of .
alternative re-use strategies. The buildings were selected for in-
vestigation because of their poor physical condition, their prominent
location from an urban design point of view, and their importance in
any economic development strategies to revitalize the area. The
buildings were: YMCA, 288 Essex Street; Kerr Furniture, 234 Essex
Street; Frye Building, 265 Essex Street; Bowman Bakery, 266 Essex
Street, and the Peabody Block, 118 Washington Street. 1
Having selected the buildings, a request for proposals was dis-
tributed to architectural firms in the area and three consultants
were chosen on the basis of their ability and past experience as
well as their proposed fees.
With the list of buildings and consultants established, and with
funding from the Massachusetts Historic Commission, work was underway
by late Summer of 1979. Each consultant was required to provide the
following services:
1) Facade Improvement Tasks
a. Basic historic research and documentation of prior design
and identification of special features of the buildings
which should be preserved.
b. Preliminarydesignof facade improvements:
1) Coordination with owner;
2. Presentation to Design Review Board (as required) .
C. Cost estimate for construction - itemized and verifiable .
by independent estimator/contractor.
PRODUCT: Approved preliminary design and cost estimate.
2) Vacant Space Conversion Study
a. Spatial characteristics:
1) Measured drawings of existing floor plans showing
structures;
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2) Code check (egress, sanitary, fire) ;
3) Structural evaluation - preliminary
4) Energy systems (existing) - assessment;
5) Special features - conservation.
b. Proposed layout for reuse:
1) Coordination with owner;
2) Compliance with Property Rehabilitation Requirements.
C. Itemized cost estimate for construction (verifiable by
independent estimator/contractor.
PRODUCT: A written report describing existing conditions of the
building/s. Schematic layout of housing or other uses
in the building/s.
Cost estimate of construction costs.
3. Analysis of Economic Feasibility
a. Investment and return pro-formas using conventional financing.
b. Investigation of alternative subsidy and incentive programs.
c.; Description of impact on pro-forma.
PRODUCT: Report on feasibility of conversion projects with conventional
financing and with alternative incentives.
In the case of Kerr Furniture, because the building is fully occupied
and used for showrooms and warehousing, only the building facade was studied.
Meetings were held with dip- property owners to discuss their plans for
the buildings. Historic research was undertaken and by late Fall, preliminary
design work was ready for presentation to the Redevelopment Authority's Design
Review Board. Draft copies of feasibility studies were completed and submitted
to the Authority by Winter and approved with comments by the Massachusetts .
Historic Commission. The final reports are included in this submission.
Most gratifying are the impacts of these studies on each of the buildings; '
The YMCA has reviewed the analysis of their building, and recently the
Board of Directors decided to scrap plans to abandon their facility, and they
are determined to rehabilitate the existing strucutre. They have reached a
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tentative agreement with a developer for the purchase of the front portion
of the building for residential and commercial development. The proceeds
from the sale will be used to upgrade their own recreational and cultural
facilities. The developer hopes to receive federal funding for 15 units
of elderly housing. The Y has retained an architectural consultant to pre-
pare a master plan for the facility's rehabilitation.
The Kerr Furniture Building has recently received a $30,000 commitment
from the Redevelopment Authority to purchase a facade easement on the property.
Final construction documents are now being prepared for the rehabilitation
work, which should be underway by Summer.
The study of the Frye Building sparked intense interest from local
developers - leading to numerous proposals to purchase the structure and
create five to eight home units in the building. The current owners are
holding on to the property, and are currently negotiating a facade easement
commitment from the Redevelopment Authority. Rehabilitation of the exterior
is anticipated this Summer.
The owners of Bowman Bakery are pleased with the study of their property
and are working with the Authority to develop an application for a 312 loan
to create three residential units on the upper floors of the building. The
preservation of the original facade of this historic mansion will be assured
with the purchase of an easement by the Authority.
Finally, the Peabody Block study has led the owners of this property
to pursue federal funding to create 30 units of elderly housing on the upper
floors. Facade rehabilitation and. the introduction of limited conventional
housing will return the property to active uses.
The studies, then, by their own existence, have not only established the
criteria and guide for their rehabilitation, but they have made such rehabili-
tation inevitable by convincing both private and public decision-makers of
their usefulness, integrity; and productivity.
B. Comparison of estimated vs. actual costs.
There has been no change in the project budget upon completion as
approved with changes as per concurrence from Christine Budding dated August 29,
1979.
Downtown Survey
Allison Crump $9,700
Photographic supplies, xerox 300
Feasibility Studies
YMCA Chia Ming Sze 1,500
Kerr Furniture Chia Ming Sze 500
Frye Building Staley McDermet/Robert Guethlen 2,465
Bowman Bakery Staley McDermet/Robert Guethlen 2,025
Peabody Block Ann Beha 3,810
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C. Copies of materials submitted - attached.
D. Documentation of project costs —attached.
E. Copies of contracts with consultants - attached.
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ASSURANCES
1. All costs charged to the project were incurred during the project
period and were allowed under FMC 74-4 and OMB A102.
2. The transferees matching share was not paid for by the Federal Govern-
ment under another assistance agreement unless authorized.
ed.
3. The transferee has kept records which document employment practices and
procedures which conform with Civil Rights Equal Employment Opportunity
and Labor Law Requirements of Federal Grants.
4. The transferee's procurement actions were conducted in a manner that
provided for maximum and open free competition.
Christopher G. Olney
Project Administrator
Salem Redevelopment Authority
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e � COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS
Billion IOffice of the Secretary of State
MASSACHUSETTS 294 Washington Street
HISTORICAL Boston, Massachusetts
02108 MICHAEL JOSEPH CONNOLLY
COMMISSION 617-727-8470 Secretary of State
January 19, 1981
Ms. Willa Small S.4!EGi PLANfAVG DEPT, I
Grants Administrator
Planning Deparment
One Salem Green
Salem, MA 01970
Re: Heritage Plaza West UDAG
Dear Ms. Small:
Thank you for supplying this office with a map identifying the site of the
proposed Heritage Plaza West UDAG project.
The site is adjacent to several properties °listed in the National Register
of Historic Places, including the Ward House; Bowditch House, and the City
Hall Additionally, the project area includes a number of properties which
have been identified as potentially eligible and proposed for inclusion in
a Multiple Resource Nomination to the National Register.
Since your project will affect significant resources, review in compliance
with Advisory Council Procedures is required (36CFR 800) .
If you should have any questions, please contact Joe Orfant, Review Director,
of my staff. -
Sincerely,
Patricia L. .Welsowski
State Historic Preservation Officer
Executive Director
Massachusetts Historical Commission
PLW:pmb
cc: Curt Danforth
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i% COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS
1111111 Office of the Secretary of State
MASSACHUSETTS 294 Washington Street
HISTORICAL 02108, Massachusetts MICHAEL JOSEPH CONNOLLY
COMMISSION 617-727-8470 Secretary of State
July 8, 1980
Mr. William J. Farrell, Executive Director
Salem Housing Authority
27 Charter Street
Salem, Massachusetts 01970
RE: Federal Turnkey Housing for the Elderly, YMCA Block and Power
Block
Dear Mr. Farrell:
Thank you for submitting preliminary plans for the proposed .rehabilitation
of the Salem YMCA and the Power Block for elderly housing through
federal assistance. Both properties appear to meet the National .Register
Criteria for Evaluation, and have .been identified for inclusion in a
multiple resource nomination. In order to comply with Advisory Council
Procedures .(36 CFR 800) , HUD must request a Determination of Eligibility
from the Secretary of the Interior. If the properties are found to
be eligible, this office must review detailed plans for the rehabilitation
of the structures and HUD must forward plans with our findings to the
Advisory Council for their .review and comment.
I recommend that you supply HUD with the necessary materials to .request
Determinations of Eligibility for these structures. Ordinarily a com-
plete Massachusetts Inventory Form B will suffice.
We look forward to reviewing developed plans for this rehabilitation_ If
you should have any questions, please contact Joe Orfant of my .staff.
Since ely,
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at icia eslowski
State Historic Preservation Officer
Executive Director
Massachusetts Historical Commission
cc: Allison Crump, Salem Redevelopment Authority
Ed Machado, HUD
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August 6, 1980
Ms. Patricia Weslowski, Executive Director
Massachusetts Historical Commission
294 Washington Street
Boston, Massachusetts 02108
Dear Ms. Weslowski:
The Salem Redevelopment Authority is pleased to submit this letter of
intent to prepare a full application package and accept a grant allocation
of $75,000 for exterior work on the Gideon Tucker House Project. Matching
funds for this project have been set aside from the City of Salem's Small
Cities Grant.
The Local Project Coordinator for the project is; Christopher G. Olney,
Project Administrator, Salem Redevelopment Authority, One Salem Green, Salem,
Mass. 01970 (617-744-6900) .
The Preservation Consultant for thisJ
ro'ect has not been selected.
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The consultant will be selected according to Federal procurement procedures.
A request for proposals will be advertised by August 15, 1980. The selection
of a consultant is anticipated by September 10, 1980. The Authority would
like to apply for a 50% matching grant for consultant's fees; the Pre-develop-
ment Cost Reservation Form is attached to this letter for your review.
I shall be contacting Lee Gurney in the near future to discuss the details
of this project.
V r3� �r Y y urs.,
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Ghri topher G. Olney
P Oct Administrator-
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FY81 ACQUISITION & DEVE OF E—Nr CRAW PROMAM
PRE-DEVELOP= COST RESERVATION REQUEST
Project Nacre: GIDEON TUCKER HOUSE
Project Address: 129 ESSEX STREET, SALEM, MASS.
Applicant Name: SALEM REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY DATE: AUG.. 6, 1980
We/I have or will retain a preservation consultant(s) to prepare historical research
and analysis, or ardhi�_ectural design or_engineering services in co rection �.n_th a
project application for FY81 acquisition & development finds from the Massachusetts
Historical C;onmission. The preservation consultant(s) has been/will be selected
according to federal procurement procedures, described in the bod let entitled
"Guidelines for Development Project Applications", which are based on OMB Circular
A-102. We/I hereby state that the costs of such services have been incurred since
April 30, 1980 (or will be incurred now) and wish to reserve reimbursement for up
to 50% of these fees.
A B C
Costs or Balance of Costs
Total Fstimated or Estimated Cost:
Costs Costs to be to be Included in
Consultant-Name & Address or Cost Incurred by Grant Project
Type of Service (if known at this time) Estimate 10/10/80 Application
Architectural
Design $15,000 $5,000 $10,000
$15,000 $5,000 $10,000
A-Total B-Tota. — C-Tota
We/I request the N'assachusetts Historical Commission to reserve $ 2 500
(Reservation request may not exceed 50'/0 of column B.)
We/I understand that any reimbursement for up to 507 of costs for preservation
consultants) services shall be conditioned on our/my having paid the consuntant(s)
the amount due before requesting reimbursement, on the approval of the work and
costs by the rEC, the receipt of funds from the Heritage Conservation and Recreation
Service and the submission to the Co='ssion of acceptable docu-rentation (itemized
invoices and both sides of cancelled checks) as evidence of the actual payment of
such fees within a reasonable time (usually up to 60 days) after submission of
application materials. r
Authorized Signature
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For i IC Use Date:
By: Reserved Amount $
Approved:
COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS
1111111 Office of the Secretary of State
MASSACHUSETTS 294 Washington Street
HISTORICAL Boston, Massachusetts
02108 MICHAEL JOSEPH CONNOLLY
COMMISSION 617-727-8470 Secretary of State
July 22, 1980
Mr. Christopher G. Olney
Salem Redevelopment Authority
1 Salem Green
Salem, Massachusetts 01970
Dear Mr. Olney:
The Massachusetts Historical Commission has reviewed the 92 pre-ap-
plications we received for our FY81 Acquisition and Development Historic
Preservation Grant Program. We are pleased to extend an invitation to
prepare a full application by October 10, 1980 for exterior work on the
Salem Common Historic District: Gideon Tucker House Project. The ap-
plication may be for a grant allocation of $75,000 based on eligible
project work with a total cost of at least $155,000.
Please note that this letter is an invitation to participate in the next
stage of the Commission's annual grant cycle; it is NOT an allocation of
funds nor an approval to begin construction work. Grant allocations
will be made on the basis of well-prepared applications for appropriate
project work which meets preservation standards. Applicants must have
eligible matching funds to complete project work.
To receive further consideration, please send us the information re-
quested below by the deadlines indicated:
August 10, 1980 Submit a Letter of Intent to prepare a full
application package and accept a grant allo-
cation. This letter should also include the
following: 1) the name, address, zip code and
daytime telephone number of the person who will
serve as the Local Project Coordinator for
administrative aspects of project work; and
2) a statement on the Preservation Consultant
for the project. The Preservation Consultant
statement should indicate whether or not the
consultant has been selected. If yes, list the
name, address and telephone number. If no,
describe how and when the consultant will be
selected and plan to notify the MHC as soon as
the consultant is selected.
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July 22, 1980
Mr. Olney
If you have selected your consultant according to Federal procurement
procedures or plan to do so now and will be incurring cash costs for
his/her work, you are eligible to apply for a grant in addition to the
amount stated in this letter to cover up to 50% of these costs. If you
are eligible and wish to do so, please complete the enclosed Pre-Develop-
ment Cost Reservation Form and submit it with your letter of intent.
Note that if preservatign consultant services are to be donated to the
project by an unpaid volunteer or are in-kind contributions by your
organization, you are not eligible to request an additional grant at
this time. It may be possible, however, to use the value of these
services later as part of the matching share for your project (See
Section I-C "Matching Share" in the Guidelines booklet.)
As a requirement of our grant program you must arrange for historical
research, plans/specifications, supervision and work certification to be
performed by qualified professionals. This is a requirement whether or
not you plan to seek any reimbursement for such costs.
October 10, 1980 Submit complete Full Application package.
All applications must be prepared according to
the booklet "Guidelines for Preparing FY81
Project Applications" which is being sent to
you under separate cover.
The person designated as your Local Project Coordinator should confer
with the Grants Division in the near future. In addition, your preser-
vation consultant should also discuss proposed project work directly
with our staff architect. While the Local Project Coordinator may
confer with grants staff on the telephone about application procedures
or administrative requirements, an in-person meeting should be held
between our staff architect and your preservation consultant. These
discussions may be accomplished at the MHC offices in one joint meeting
or in two separate sessions. Please telephone ahead to arrange a mutu-
ally convenient meeting time and let us know who will be attending.
Following grant allocations in December, the staff will continue to work
closely with selected applicants on project documents. Material re-
viewed and approved in our office must then go to the Heritage Conser-
vation and Recreation Service in Washington for approval. When written
approval is received from the .HCRS we will enter into a written agree-
ment for each project which will detail the final scope of the work, the
project budget and a schedule for completion. Actual work should begin
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July 22, 1980
Mr. Olney
on FY81 development projects by the spring of 1981 and should be com-
pleted by November or December 1981. The exact timetable will vary
depending on the type and complexity of the individual project.
We look forward to working with you toward developing a successful
project. Please feel free to contact Ms. Lee Gurney, Grants Director, or
any member of the grants staff with questions you may have on our grant
program.
Since yours, Q
Patricia L. Weslowski
Executive Director
Massachusetts Historical Commission
State Historic Preservation Officer
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1111111 Office of the Secretary of State
MASSACHUSETTS 294 Washington Street
HISTORICAL Boston, Massachusetts
02108 MICHAEL JOSEPH CONNOLLY
COMMISSION 617-727-8470 Secretary of State
April 18, 1980
Christopher Olney
Salem Redevelopment Authority
One Salem Green
Salem, Massachusetts 01970
Dear Chris:
t, � Thank you for submitting draft copies of the feasibility studies for the
K.err'Building, YMCA, Bowman Bakery, Frye Building and Peabody Building. Our
professional staff have reviewed the studies and have the following comments,
which should be incorporated in the final studies submitted to us with the
completion report. April 30, 1980, if possible. I apoligize for the delay
in giving you our coimnents, but unavoidable circumstances kept me out of
the office for awhile.
Kerr-Building - The proposed treatment for 90 Washington Street does not
conform with current preservation philosophy. Care should be not to
create a historic period for the building which has no basis in fact.
The staff had no major comments on the other studies. I will look
forward to receiving three copies of each report with the completion re-
port.
Sincerely,
Christine Boulding
Survey Director
CB:dr
Redevelopment
ho ity ONE SALEM GREEN, SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS 01970 TELEPHONE X
44-6900�.144-4580
PROJECT COMPLETION REPORT
Downtown Survey and Feasibility Study Conducted by the Salem Redevelopment Authority
This Report is submitted in accordance with an Agreement by the Massa-
chusetts Historical Commission and the Salem Redevelopment Authority, dated
July 25, 1979.
Respectfully submitted,
April 30, 1980
Christopher G. Olney
Project Administrator
1. Downtown Salem Survey, National Register Nomination
A major component of the project was the completion of inventory
work in the downtown, leading to the nomination of eligible sites to
the National Register of Historic Places. The purpose of this activity
was threefold: a) to identify and protect eligible properties; b) to
assist the City of Salem in complying with environmental review pro-
cedures mandated by Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation
Act of 1966 and Executive Order 11593; and 3) to assist the SRA in
the implementation of the Heritage Plaza-West Urban Renewal Plan by
providing property owners with access to and information about the tax
incentives for rehabilitation of historic structures.
Methodology for the implementation of this aspect of the project
underwent some modification as it progressed. The original intention
was to contract with an independent consultant or firm to provide the
products, with minimum involvement of the SRA and the community. In
response to the proposals received, the decision was made to hire a
preservation consultant, Allison Crump, to work on the project in the
SRA office, and to be available to educate the SRA, Planning Department,
other city agencies and property owners about the meaning and benefits
of the inventory and the National Register designation.
In specific terms, the consultant collected available inventory
materials from Historic Salem, Inc. , a private preservation organization
which has sponsored considerable survey activity throughout the city.
An evaluation of the existing inventory showed that HSI's focus had been
exclusively physical, with little research or documentation supporting
the basic descriptive information. The initial phase of the consultant's
work consisted of a review of maps and insurance atlases, along with
primary texts. A pattern of growth of the city emerged from this research,
which formed the basis of an initial identification of sites of probable
significance, developed by the consultant but incorporating the views
of interested local ifidividuals and agencies: the SRA, the Design Review
Board, the Salem Historical .Commission, and HSI. Further research on
individual sites combined with analysis of the physical context of various
sites led to draft recommendations of individual sites and districts
to be included in a Multip"le. Resource nomination. Refinement of the draft
recommendations has resulted from the comments of local groups as well as
the MHC staff.
The stated goals of the project were the completion of inventory forms
and a Multiple Resource National. Register nomination for the downtown area. _
Both products were submitted to the MHC in draft form in early January.
Delays encountered in the review process have prevented the project from
reaching final approved form by the project completion date, but the SRA
is confident that final form will be attained in the very near future.
In addition to the stated goals, other benefits have been realized as a
result of the decision to hire a full-time consultant. There has been con-
siderable support and enthusiasm generated from property owners for the
National Register nomination, resulting from public and private meetings.
There has also been a resolution of a dispute over the delegation of authority
in environmental review of CDBG-funded activities in Heritage Plaza-West.
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The SRA anticipates that the benefits of the Tax Reform Act of
1976 will be a cornerstone of the successful implementation of urban
renewal in Heritage Plaza-West, and the resulting impact of the project--
will by far surpass its original goals, and make a lasting contribution
to local revitalization efforts as well as to PTHC preservation objectives.
2. Feasibility Studies
A. Project description, methodology, accomplishments.
Five endangered buildings in the Heritage Plaza-West urban renewal
area were studied by consultants to determine important architectural :
features and, where appropriate, to provide an economic analysis of
alternative re-use strategies. The buildings were selected for in-
vestigation because of their poor physical condition, their prominent
location from an urban design point of view, and their importance in
any economic development strategies to revitalize the area. The
buildings were: YMCA, 288 Essex Street; Kerr Furniture, 234 Essex
Street; Frye Building, 265 Essex Street; Bowman Bakery, 266 Essex
Street, and the Peabody Block, 118 Washington Street.
Having selected the buildings, a request for proposals was dis-
tributed to architectural firms in the area and three consultants
were chosen on the basis of their ability and past experience as
well as their proposed fees.
With the list of buildings and consultants established, and with
funding from the Massachusetts Historic Commission, work was underway
by late Summer of 1979. Each consultant was required to provide the
followipg services:
1) Facade Improvement Tasks
a. Basic historic research and documentation of prior design
and identification of special features of the buildings
which should be preserved.
b. Preliminary.design of facade improvements:
1) Coordination with owner;
2. Presentation to Design Review Board (as required) .
c. Cost estimate for construction - itemized and verifiable
by independent estimator/contractor.
PRODUCT: Approved preliminary design and cost estimate.
. 2) Vacant Space Conversion Study - - --
a. Spatial characteristics:
1) Measured drawings of existing floor plans showing
structures;
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2) Code check (egress, sanitary, fire) ;
3) Structural evaluation - preliminary
4) Energy systems (existing) - assessment;
5) Special features - conservation.
b. Proposed layout for reuse:
1) Coordination with owner;
2) Compliance with Property Rehabilitation Requirements.
c. Itemized cost estimate for construction (verifiable by
independent estimator/contractor.
PRODUCT: A written report describing existing conditions of the
building/s. Schematic layout of housing or other uses
in the building/s.
Cost estimate of construction costs.
3. Analysis of Economic Feasibility
• a. Investment and return pro-formas using conventional financing.
b. Investigation of alternative subsidy and incentive programs.
r; Description of impact on pro-forma.
PRODUCT: Report on feasibility of conversion projects with conventional
financing and with alternative incentives.
In the case of Kerr Furniture, because the building is fully occupied
and used for showrooms and warehousing, only the building facade was studied.
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Meetings were held with the property owners to discuss their plans for
the buildings. Historic research was undertaken and by late Fall, preliminary
design work was ready for presentation to the Redevelopment Authority's Design
Review Board. Draft copies of feasibility studies were completed and submitted
to the Authority by Winter and approved with comments by the Massachusetts
Historic Commission. The final reports are included in this submission.
Most gratifying are the impacts of these studies on each of the buildings,
The YMCA has reviewed the analysis of their building, and recently the
Board of Directors decided to scrap plans to abandon their facility, and they
are determined to rehabilitate the existing strucutre. They have reached a
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tentative agreement with a developer for the purchase of the front portion
of the building for residential and commercial development. The proceeds
from the sale will be used to upgrade their own recreational and cultural
facilities. The developer hopes to receive federal funding for 15 units
of elderly housing. The Y has retained an architectural consultant to pre-
pare a master plan for the facility's rehabilitation.
The Kerr Furniture Building has recently received a $30,000 commitment
from the Redevelopment Authority to purchase a facade easement on the property.
Final construction documents are now being prepared for the rehabilitation
work, which should be underway by Summer.
The study of the Frye Building sparked intense interest from local
developers - leading to numerous proposals to purchase the structure and
create five to eight home units in the building. The current owners are
holding on to the property, and are currently negotiating a facade easement
commitment from the Redevelopment Authority. Rehabilitation of the exterior
is anticipated this Summer.
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The owners of Bowman Bakery are pleased with the study of their property
and are working with the Authority to develop an application for a 312 loan
to create three residential units on the upper floors of the building. The
preservation of the original facade of this historic mansion will be assured
with the purchase of an easement by the Authority.
Finally, the Peabody Block study has led the owners of this property
to pursue federal funding to create 30 units of elderly housing on the upper
floors. Facade rehabilitation and- the introduction of limited conventional
housing will return the property to active uses.
The studies, then, by their own existence, have not only established the
criteria and guide .for their rehabilitation, but they have made such rehabili-
tation inevitable by convincing both private and public decision-makers of
their usefulness, integrity; and productivity.
B. Comparison of estimated'vs. actual costs.
There has been no change in the project budget upon completion as
approved with changes as per concurrence from Christine Budding dated August 29,
1979.
Downtown Survey
Allison Crump $9,700
Photographic supplies, xerox 300
Feasibility Studies
YMCA Chia Ming Sze 1,500
Kerr Furniture Chia Ming Sze 500
Frye Building Staley McDermet/Robert Cuethlen 2,465
Bowman Bakery Staley McDermet/Robert Cuethlen 2,025
Peabody Block Ann Beha 3,810
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C. Copies of materials submitted - attached.
D. Documentation of project costs - attached.
E. Copies of contracts with consultants - attached.
ASSURANCES
1.. All costs charged to the project were incurred during the project
period and were allowed under FMC 74-4 and OMB A102. .
2. The transferees matching share was not paid for by the Federal Govern-
ment under another assistance agreement unless authorized.
3. The transferee has kept records which document employment practices and
procedures which conform with Civil Rights Equal Employment Opportunity
and Labor Law Requirements of Federal Grants.
4. The transferee's procurement actions were conducted in a manner that
provided for maximum and open free competition.
Christopher G. Olney
Project Administrator
Salem Redevelopment Authority
�� COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS
1111111 Office of the Secretary of State
MASSACHUSETTS 294 Washington Street
HISTORICAL Boston, Massachusetts
02108 MICHAEL JOSEPH CONNOLLY
COMMISSION 617-727-8470 Secretary of State
August 29 , 1979
Mr. Christopher G. Olney
Salem Redevelopment Authority
One Salem Green
Salem, MA 01970
Dear Chris :
This letter will document the Commission' s concurrence with the
following changes to the Downtown Salem Survey and Feasibility
Studies Project :
1) delete feasibility studies for thecGrimshaw`House-
53 Charter Street ($2 , 500) and Barton Square Building ,
Barton Square ($2 , 500) .
2) increase fee for downtown survey -by $5 , 000 to a total
of $10 , 000
3) extend the project period from December 31 , 1979 to
April 1 , .1980 . The completion report will be due
April 30 , 1980 .
This letter also documents the Commissions"s approua1745f,,Allison --r
Crump ' s qualifications to undertake ,the survey and multiple resource
nomination. Allison should contact my office in September to arrange
a preliminary meeting to discuss the inventory and nomination.
I will look forward to seeing the resume of the consultant selected
to provide technical support.
Sincerely yours ,
° Christine Boulding
Survey Director
CB/aa
Salem
Redevelopment
44-6900 i.9t, opity ONE SALEM GREEN, SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS 01970 TELEPHONE X44-4580
August 21, 1979
Ms. Patricia Weslowski
Massachusetts Historical Commission
294 Washington Street
Boston, Mass. 02108
ATTENTION: Christine Boulding
Dear Ms. Weslowski:
The Salem Redevelopment Authority respectfully requests a modification
to the Fiscal Year '80 Survey and Planning Project titled "Downtown Salem
Survey and Feasibility Studies'.'. The Authority would like to delete two
feasibility studies, each with a proposed fee of $2,500; and increase the
proposed fee for the survey and nomination element of the project to $10,000.
The project should be extended to April 1, 1980. The Authority also submits
the resume of Allison Crump for your approval to undertake this portion of the
project.
The Authority intends to enter into a six month contract with Allison for.
$9,700, starting September 17, 1979. She will be directed to complete the
community survey and nomination process within this time period and will be
asked to help develop housing re-use and continuing use strategies in existing
buildings located in the Heritage Plaza-West urban renewal area. The remaining.
$300 will be used to provide local technical support.
A resume of the consultant or consultants selected to provide these services
will be forwarded to you for approval at a later date.
Very J ly ur '
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Pro'ect Admin_ trato
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Enclosure
ALLISON M. CRUMP
y Tel: (617) 436-6369
35 Domer Avenue Soc. Sec. No.: 368-48-1476
Dorchester, Mass: 02125 Date of Birth: 1-10-53
EDUCATION: -
Miami University 1970-72
Oxford, Ohio
University of Michigan ,1972-74 B.A. Cum Laude
Ann Arbor, Michigan History/History of Art
Specialization: American architectural history
Columbia University 1974-76 M.S.
New York, New York Historic Preservation
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Cambridge Historical Commission, Cambridge, Mass.
Intern, 1975; Assistant Director, 1976 - present
Responsibility for varied activities, including administration of
C.D.B.G.-funded Preservation Grants program, working with homeowners,
contractors and H.I.P. agencies on facade restoration; preparation
of brochures on sensitive rehabilitation techniques; design of
neighborhood conservation program for working class area to complement
U.D.A.G.-funded commercial redevelopment while discouraging gentrifi-
cation; fiscal administration of $100,000 annual budget.
Columbia-Savin Hill Neighborhood Housing Services, Dorchester, Mass.
r Consultant, 1978
Design and implementation of educational campaign to promote
neighborhood confidence and to encourage home rehabilitation
with respect for architectural character.
Johnson, Johnson & Roy, Ann Arbor, Mich.
Consultant, 1974
Developed architectural and demographic profile of typical rural
Michigan village of the mid-19th century, in preparation for a
museum village project.
Office of Charles E. Peterson, Philadelphia, Pa.
Apprentice Researcher in American Building Technology, 1973
Assisted research in various problems of pre-Civil War building
technology.
SKILLS: Photography, graphic design, working knowledge of municipal
accounting and grants management.
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS: Vice-President for Preservation, New England
Chapter, Victorian Society in America; Preservation Alumni of
Columbia University; Association for Preservation Technology;
Society of Architectural Historians; Preservation Action.
References available on request.
February 1, 1979
. ` ROSAL COVER . -SHEET
AS ACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION
SH EY & PLANNING PROTECT FY 1980
1. PROJECT TITLE: DOWNTOWN SALEM SURVEY AND FEASIBILITY STUDIES
PROJECT TYPE: 1 X 2 3 4 5 6 X 7
2, COVMUNITY/CONMUNITIES: GAiFM, MAcgAfiICiSETT
3. APPLICANT ORGANIZATION: SALEM REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
ADDRESS: ONE SALEM GREEN, SALEM, MASS . 01970
TELEPHONE: 617 - 744-6900
4. LOCAL PROJECT COORDINATOR: CHRISTOPHER G. OLNEY, PROJECT ADMINISTRATOR
ADDRESS: ONE SALEM GREEN SALEM MASS . 01970
TELEPHONE: 617-744-6900
5. AMOUNT OF FUNDING REDUESTED: $ 10, 000.
TOTAL PROJECT COST: $ 20, 940.
E. ATTACHMENTS:
III - LIORK PROGRAM X V - ASSURANCES X
IV - BUDGET X LHC COMMENTS (IF APPLICABLE)
7. AUTHORIZED APPLICANT SIGNATURE:
SALEM REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
CHAIRMAN JUNE 11, 1979
(Title) (date)
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Redevelopment
Authority
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INTRODUCTION
The City of Salem has an extraordinary array of historic and archi-
tectural resources and a proven record of commitment to historic
preservation. In addition to Salem' s four historic districts and a
number of properties placed on the National Register, the City's downtown
is the site of the award winning Heritage Plaza-East Urban Renewal Project,
which has demonstrated that buildings can be successfully preserved as
part of a revitalization strategy. The success of this project is now
being repeated in Heritage Plaza-West, the other half of Salem' s down-
town. Of note is the Joshua Ward House, a National Register property,
which has received significant funding from the Massachusetts Historical
Commission and the City of Salem' s Small Cities Grant; to be restored as
a major focal point of the downtown. Many other buildings in the downtown
are listed in the Register. Many other properties have been researched
and inventoried; but the survey work is at present incomplete and dis-
organized.
WORK PROGRAM
The project will be supervised by the Salem Redevelopment Authority,
who will award contracts to consultants to undertake the necessary work.
The Salem Historic District Commission and Historic Salem, Inc. will
provide assistance to the Redevelopment Authority to insure that the
project goals are attained.
A. PROJECT GOALS
1 . To complete a survey and inventory of the historic and
cultural resources of the downtown; specifically to guide
the Salem Redevelopment Authority in implementing the
Heritage Plaza-West urban renewal project.
2. To prepare a district or multiple resource nomination to
the National Register to encourage investments in existing
buildings . .
3 . To undertake architectural and economic feasibility
studies of key buildings in the downtown which are being
underutilized and may be endangered.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The project is divided into two distinct elements.
A. Comprehensive Community Survey Project to complete a survey
and inventory of historic and architectural resources in the
downtown and to prepare a nomination of a National Register
district or a multiple resource nomination for the downtown area.
B. Feasibility studies of eight endangered buildings in the down-
town which are either listed or eligible for listing in the
National Register of historic places . These studies will
identify important architectural features of these buildings
which should be preserved and will provide an economic analysis
of alternative reuse strategies .
The community survey project will include:
PHASE I - Work Items:
a. Meeting with Mass. Historical Commission staff to discuss
methodology;
b. collection and review of existing survey data;
C. completion of Mass. Historical Commission forms;
d. development of numbering system and inventory maps .
Work Products:
a. Completed Mass . Historical Commission inventory forms
for all areas, buildings , etc.
b. large scale inventory map.
PHASE II —Work Items:
a. Preparation of brief narrative history;
b. application of National Register criteria to inventoried
properties;
c. meeting with Mass . Historical Commission staff;
d. Preparation of a multiple resource nomination or a National
Register District Nomination for the downtown.
Work Products:
a. A narrative history of the community;
b. A multiple resource nomination or a National Register District
Nomination for the downtown area.
This project will be undertaken by a consultant. A request for
proposals will be distributed to qualified firms and/or individuals .
The Authority will select a consultant who is best qualified to under-
take the project at a reasonable fee . The project will begin July 1,
1979 and would be completed by September 1 , 1979 .
The Feasibility Studies will include :
a. Architectural and Historical Analysis;
b. Real Estate Market Analysis;
C. Architectural and Structural Inventory;
d. Economic Analysis of potential uses;
e. Schematic and Construction Cost Estimates;
f. Analysis of funding sources;
g. Implementation Plan.
Work Products (to be undertaken in compliance with Mass . Historical
Commission guidelines) :
a. Preliminary design and cost estimate for facade improvements;
b. A written report describing existing conditions of the
building including important architectural and historic
features; a schematic layout for reuse of the buildings;
and a cost estimate for mhabilitation work.
c. A report on the feasibility of rehabilitation of the building
with conventional financing and with alternative funding
sources and incentives.
The Authority has sent out a request for proposals to a number
of qualified architectural firms to undertake these studies. Three
firms have been tentatively selected to begin work on five buildings
in the Heritage Plaza-West area.
The architects are prepared to begin work as early as June 15,
1979 if Mass . Historical Commission funding is made available. The
work will be completed by August 15 , 1979 .
The remaining feasibility studies will be undertaken later this
summer. A request for proposals will be sent out by July 1, 1979 and
consultants will begin work around August 1 . Their projects will be
completed by October 1, 1979.
MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION
A, - BUDGET
LOCAL SHARE FEDERAL TOTAL
SHARE
Personnel - In-Kind (paid)
Title/Function - Annual Salary - % Time to Project
Project Administrator — $19, 000 10% $640 $640
Total : $640 $640 .
Personnel - Volunteer (un-paid)
Title/Function - Rate Per Hour - # of Hours
Total:
2, Fringe Benefits - Rate % 0 0
3, Travel - Rate Per Mile # Miles 0 0
4, Equipment - (list each item)
Total:
5, Supplies - (list each major item or category)
Total:
6, Contractual - (list each contractor)
(see attached page)
Total: in . inn In . ona 20 . 100
], Other:
Total:
8, TOTAL PROJECT COST
101940 10, 000 20, 940
SURVEY & PLANNING PROJECT FY 1980
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CONSULTANT PROJECT FEE
Not selected Survey/Nomination $5 , 000.
Staley McDermet/
Robert Guethlen Feasibility Study 4 , 490
Ann Beha/Associates Feasibility Study 3, 810
Chia-Ming Sze Feasibility Study 2, 000
Not selected Feasibility Study 2 , 500
Not selected Feasibility Study 2, 500
TOTAL $20 , 300
I3, - BATCHING SHAE INFJMION
1. Cash
-Donor: SALEM REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY -
-Source: City of Salem Small Cities Grant/Urgent Needs ;Gr.aht.
-Amount: $ 1,0, 300
2. In-Kind Services
-Donor: Salem Redevelopment Authority
-Source: Small Cities Grant
-Amount: $ 640.
3. Volunteer Services
-Donor:
-Source:
-Amount: $
I certify that the matching share identified above is available
and will be allocated to the survey and planning project called
Downtown Salem Survey and Feasibility Studies.
Signature
SALEM REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Chairman, June 11, 1979
Title Date
ASSURANCES
In consideration of and for the purpose of obtaining a grant from the
Department of the Interior, Heritage Conservation and Recreation Service
through the Massachusetts Historical Commission The Salem Redevelopment
Authority (hereinafter called "Applicant-Recipient") hereby agrees
that it will comply with the following :
a. ) Grants will be administered in conformance with all applicable
federal and state laws , regulations , policies , requirements
and guidelines , including OMB Circular A- 102 , policies and pro-
cedure's of the Historic Preservaiton Grant-in-Aid Program, and
civil rights , equal employment opportunity and labor law re-
quirements of federal grants ,
b . ) Procurement actions will be conducted in a manner that
provides for maximum open and free competition in compliance
with program requirements , including OMB Circular A-102 ,
c . ) Adequate financial resources will be available for performance
(including necessary experience , organization technical
qualifications and facilities) to complete the proposed
project or a firm commitment , arrangement or ability to
obtain such will be made ,
d . ) All costs charged to the grant project will be in payment
of an approved budget item during the project period and
conform to the cost principles of Federal Management Circular
74-4 ,
e . ) An adequate financial management system (and audit procedure
when deemed applicable) will be maintained which provides
efficient and effective accountability and control of all
property, funds and assets,
f. ) Matching share will not consist of funds from the Federal
Government under another assistance agreement unless authorized .
g. ) Will be able to comply with the proposed or required com-
pletion schedule for the project .
The Applicant-Recipient recognizes and agrees that such Federal finan-
cial assistance will be extended in reliance on the representations
and agreements made in this assurance, and that the United States shall
reserve the right to seek judicial enforcement of this assurance . This
assurance is binding on the Applicant-Recipient , its successors , trans-
ferees , and assignees , and the person or persons whose signature appears
below are authorized to sign this assurance on behalf of the Applicant-
Recipient .
June 11, 1979 SALEM REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
DATED APPLICANT-RECIPIENT
By �Chir�mao;
(PA:iXZ=XffiardXXll XXL
Authorized Official)
THE BOWMAN BAKERY
266 ESSEX STREET
SALEM, MASS . 01970
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The wood frame structure probably dates back to the early 1800 's.
It has served as a rooming house, and now is occupied on the first
floor by the bakery. The second floor is marginally occupied for
office use; the third floor is vacant.
Consultants: Staley McDermet/Robert Guethlen Fee: $2 , 025
PEABODY BUILDING
118 WASHINGTON STREET
SALEM, MASS. 01970
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Actually a complex of four buildings, this property is occupied
only on the street level - yet contains as much as 100 , 000 sq. ft.
of useful space. Conversion to residential use and artists studio
space will be investigated in this study.
Consultant: Ann Beha Associates Fee: $3, 810
KERR FURNITURE BUILDING
90 WASHINGTON ST./234 ESSEX ST.
SALEM, MASS . 01970
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Although totally occupied by the furniture store, this building
is in drastic need of facade improvements . Because of its
prominent location, a careful treatment of this building is
essential. The consultant will not consider the interior conditions
of the building.
Consultant: Chia-Ming Sze Fee: $500
YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION
288 ESSEX STREET
SALEM, MASS .
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Once one of the most opulent recreation facilities on the
East Coast, the building has suffered from severe neglect
and haphazard adaptations in recent years. The third floor
once used for housing, has been ravaged. There are serious
code violations; a poor heating system; and numerous other
problems:
Consultant: Chia-Ming Sze Fee: $1, 500 .
THE FRYE BUILDING
265 ESSEX ST.
SALEM, MASS .
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This building may be one of the oldest commercial buildings
in Salem, dating back to c. 1780. The building has received
many additions - . and now houses the Odd Fellows Hall, and
several labor union offices. The building is in obvious need
of rehabilitation; and may be a strong candidate for a rest-
oration grant.
Consultant: Staley McDermet/Robert Guethlen Fee: $2, 465
BARTON SQUARE BUILDING
BARTON SQUARE
SALEM, MASS . 01970
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Unoccupied for several years. This wood frame building
probably dates back to 1800. It is in severe danger of
being demolished to provide residential parking for adjacent .
buildings and is probably vulnerable to a severe fire. The
feasibility of moving the building will be studied along with
residential reuse opportunities.
Consultant: Not selected Fee: $2,500
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GRIMSHAW HOUSE
53 CHARTER STREET
SALEM, MASS . 01970
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This building is listed on the Register and is famous for its
association with Nathaniel Hawthorne. The building is marginally
occupied as a rooming house - but is in need of substantial
rehabilitation.
Consultant: Not selected Fee: $2, 500
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0 COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS
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I Office of the Secretary of State
MASSACHUSETTS 294 Washington Street
HISTORICAL 02108- Massachusetts MICHAEL JOSEPH CONNOLLY
COMMISSION 617-727-8470 Secretary of State
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS• SURVEY X@ PLANNING PROJECTS FY 1980
PART I := INFORMATION_-IM GUIDELINES .
A. Introduction
The Massachusetts Historical Commission, a division within the Office
of the Secretary of State, is the state agency which is responsible
for the administration of the National Historic Preservation Act of
1966. This act authorizes the Secretary of the Interior through the
Heritage Conservation and Recreation Service to grant funds to states
for the purpose of preparing comprehensive state-wide cultural resource
surveys and plans. The goal of the comprehensive survey is the identifi-
cation of all districts, buildings, sites, and structures in the state
which are significant in American history, architecture, archeology and
culture at the national, state and local levels, and the implementation
of planning tools to protect these significant resources.
To assist in the identification and protection of these resources the
MHC is requesting proposals from a wide variety of organizations for
projects which will further the goals of the national and state historic
preservation programs.
E. Eligible Applicants
Eligible applicants for FY1980 survey and planning grant funding are local
historical commissions created under Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter
40, Section 8(d) ; historic district study committees; historic district
commissions; other units of state or local government, and private, non-
profit organizations. All applicants must be able to meet deadlines,
monitor project work, and have a financial management system which meets
federal standards. If the applicant is not the local historical com-
mission, the comments of the historical commission (if one exists) must
be attached to the proposal cover sheet.
C. Eligible Projects
Eligible projects depend on the current status of preservation activity
in the applicant's community. All projects must be consistent with the
objectives of the State Historic Preservation Program which stresses the
need for the identification, evaluation, and protection of the state's
cultural resources.
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Eligible project types include the following:
1. Comprehensive Community Inventory leading to multiple resource
National Register nomination;
2. Preparation of a Preservation Plan and multiple resource nomi-
nation;
3. Development and administration of a local revolving fund;
4. Preparation of Historic District Guidelines;
5. Development of Historic Preservation Public Education/Information
programs;
6. Survey and/or planning activities benefiting National Register
listed or eligible maritime resources; or
7. Other innovative survey and/or planning projects relating to
the identification, evaluation and protection of National Register
eligible resources
Communities which, according to the MHC inventory files, do not have adequate
inventory may only request grant assistance for project type 1. - Compre-
hensive Community Inventory. Please contact the Survey Director for
information on the status of your inventory.
Project type 1. , Comprehensive Community Inventory, must use MHC criteria
and methodology as outlined on the attached sheet, Comprehensive Community
Survey Project.
D. Program Requirements and Grant Conditions
All survey and planning grant recipients are subject to applicable federal,
state and local laws and regulations, including FMC 74-4, OMB A-102, and
HCRS Policies and Procedures. Before project work may begin the MHC and
the grant recipient will enter into an agreement which clearly identifies
the responsibilities of each party. The general program requirements are
defined and made part of the agreement as a Attachment B, General Pro-
visions of the Massachusetts Historical Commission Grant Projects. The
general provisions, among other things, define allowable costs and matching
share, allow for MHC inspection of records and outline the kinds of records
the grant recipient must keep.
E. Funding
Funding for survey and planning grants is provided by the HCRS through
the MHC. Grants are 50% matching reimbursement grants. The local match
must be from a non-federal source; the only exception is Community Develop-
ment Block Grant funding which can be used as a match. A cash match is
preferable. Existing paid staff and volunteers (un-paid) may however, use
the value of their time donated to the project as part of the match. The
donated time must be necessary and reasonable to meet the project goals,
and must be adequately documented by MHC time sheets. Volunteer time will
be valued at minimum wage unless a higher rate can be documented and is
approved by the MHC.
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Grant requests should be no less than $2,500. There is no maximum
amount. Projects should be from 6-18 'months in duration and be able.
to start around January 1, 1980.
Because survey and planning grants are reimbursement grants, the grant
recipient must expend the total project cost and,upon submission of a
satisfactory project completion report, will be reimbursed for 50% of
eligible project costs up to the amount of the grant allocation. Under
extraordinary circumstances, the NEC may be able to arrange for monthly
advances for project work, if the applicant has no other way to complete
project work.
F. Evaluation and Selection Criteria
Projects which substantially contribute to the statewide survey and
result in the nomination of properties to the National Register of
Historic Places will be given first priority. All proposals will be
evaluated, and projects selected for funding, based on the following
criteria:
-Evidence that the proposal has been carefully and realistically
thought out, and that the project goals can be realistically ob-
tained within the project methodology, timeframe, and budget;
-Demonstration of broad community support for the project;
-Participation in the project of qualified professionals who are
clearly well suited to the successful achievement of the project
goals; and
-Matching funds which are in the form of cash rather than services
and overhead.
G. Application Procedures
Proposals should be submitted to the MHC office, in duplicate, no later
3 than 5:00 p.m. , Friday, June 15, 1979.
Proposals should be addressed to:
Survey and Planning Grants 1980
Massachusetts Historical Commission
294 Washington Street
j Boston, Massachusetts 02108
Proposals must contain the following:
Part II - Cover Sheet
Part III - Work Program
Part IV - Budget and Matching Share
Part V - Assurances
Comments from local historical commission (if applicable).
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Applicants will be notified of MHC intent to fund in August. The official
grant allocation is conditional upon MHC receipt of HCRS funds.
PART II - COVER SHEET
Please fill out cover sheet, check off the attachments, and attach to
it the appropriate information.
PART III - WORK PROGRAM
Attach to the cover sheet a project narrative. Arrange the narrative
in the following format and discuss each item thoroughly and concisely.
A. Define project goals. Explain how the proposal meets project
objectives.
B. Prepare a complete project description by phase. Define who
will be working on each phase, what they will be doing, and
their relationship to specific project tools and goals.
Describe specific methodology to be used in the project.
Identify products which will result from each phase. Incorporate
meetings with MHC into appropriate phase.
C. Outline a proposed time frame for accomplishing project objec-
tives, broken down by phase. Indicate proposed starting and
end dates.
Note: Comprehensive survey project work programs should substantially
relate to attached sheet, Comprehensive Community Survey Projects.
PART IV - BUDGET AND MATCHING SHARE
Complete sections A and B, Budget and Matching Share Information.
A. Budget - Identify, in the appropriate columns, which budget items
are being provided by the local share, and the items for which federal
funding is being sought. Instructions for each category are as follows,,
If you need additional space attach a continuation sheet.
1. Personnel
Employee services - List, by title or type of worker, each
employee who will be contributing time to the project. Note
annual salary, percent of time contributed to project, and
total dollar amount. Time must be documented by MHC (or
approved) time sheets and payroll records. General super-
vision not directly related to the project is not allowable.
Volunteer services - List by title or function volunteers
who will donate time to the project. List proposed rate
per hour, total number of hours to be spent on project and
total dollar amount. Time must be documented by MHC (or
approved) time sheets. Volunteer time will be valued at
minimum wage unless a higher rate is documented and approved
by MHC.
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2. Fringe benefits - List fringe rate. and total dollar amount
applied to project, if applicable.
3. Travel - The mileage rate charged to the project should be the
recipient's ususl rate but May not exceed the current federal
rate per mile. Indicate total number of miles and dollar amount.
Tolls and parking, if necessary to the project and documented
by receipts, are allowable costs. Meals are not allowable and
cannot be charged to the project.
4. Equipment - Equipment is generally not an eligible expense for
MHC S&P grants. The purpose of the grant is to provide pro-
fessional expertise, and to pay for limited supporting activities,
not to provide capital for major expenditures. All requests for
funds for equipment will be carefully reviewed to determine if
the expenditures are necessary and directly related to the project.
Equipment costs of over $300 will not be allowed.
5. Supplies - List major items or categories, i.e, office supplies,
film (include number of rolls, and cost including processing) ,
maps, etc.
6. Contractual - If any, list by title or function, contractual
employees who will be associated with the project. List rate
per hour, number of hours on project, and dollar amount. MHC
must approve qualifications before the subgrantee enters into
a contract. Subgrantees must provide evidence that
a. a selection process will be employed to secure that most
qualified individual available, considering the nature and
extent of services to be required;
b. the fee is appropriate considering the qualifications of
the consultant, his/her normal charges, and the nature of
the services to be provided; and
c. no consultant of equal experience and qualifications is
available for a lesser amount.
Documentation on the above shall be provided in the project com-.
pletion report.
7. Other - List other allowable costs necessary to the project.
8. Total direct charges - Add total dollar amounts for item 1 through
7.
B. Matching Share - The matching share information shows the source of
the match and its kind, either in cash or services. The total match
should equal 50% of the total project cost.
1. Identify the amount of cash used to match the grant, and its
source, i.e. Community Development Block Grant, town appropriation,
land assessments.
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2. Identify the dollar value of employee services being donated
to the project, and their agency affiliation.
3. Identify the dollar value of volunteer (un-paid) time being
. donated to the project. and their affiliation.
The certification of match should be signed by the person authorized to
obligate funds.
PART V - ASSURANCES
The assurances should be signed by the person who will sign the project
agreement. Review the items carefully before signing. If you have any
questions, call the Survey Director.
ATTACHMENT: COMPREHENSIVE COMMUNITY SURVEY PROJECT
OUTLINE OF SAMPLE 14ORK PROGRAM
A. Project Objectives
The purpose of the proposed project will be to conduct a comprehensive
survey and inventory of the community's cultural resources. The project
should be structured to provide professional cultural resource survey ex-
pertise to the community to undertake the comprehensive survey. Specific
project goals will include the following:
1. To conduct a comprehensive survey of cultural resources in the
community, using the Massachusetts Historical Commission (MHC)
survey methodology and inventory forms,
2. To apply, in conjunction with the MHC staff, the National Register
criteria to all resources identified in the survey,
3. To complete a multiple resource National Register nomination for
the National Register eligible properties in the community.
B. Methodology
The comprehensive survey project must use MHC criteria and methodology.
The survey will identify areas, buildings, monuments, sites, cemeteries,
and structures significant in the community's history and development .
which retain their integrity of materials and design. The survey will
cover all periods of the community's development from prehistory up to
fifty years ago, or cover all periods of the community's development from
the time of.first European settlement to fifty years ago. Resources re-
lating to all the significant historical development themes will be
identified.
The project will consist of three phases:
Phase I
Work Items --meeting with MHC staff to discuss methodology
--initial research and field survey
--incorporation of existing survey data
--final research
--completion of MHC inventory forms
--development of MHC approved numbering system
--preparation of inventory maps
--meeting.-with,'MHC.staff to review inventory
Products --completed MHC inventory forms for areas, buildings,
monuments, sites, and structures. Forms will be sub-
mitted unbound, in plain manila folders, filed by in-
ventory number.
--large scale map of community (format approved by MHC) with
all inventoried properties identified by inventory number.
Map will be submitted rolled, not folded.
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Phase II
Work Items --preparation of brief narrative history
--application of NR criteria to inventoried properties
--meeting-with MHC staff to. discuss above
Products --brief narrative history of community, relating inven-
toried properties to major historical themes and events
--list of suggestions for properties and districts to be
included in the National Register
Phase II
Work Items --preparation of multiple resource NR nomination
Products --multiple resource National Register nomination, in-
cluding USGS maps and appropriate photographs.
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COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS
Office of the Secretary of State
MASSACHUSETTS 294 Washington Street
HISTORICAL Boston, Massachusetts
02108 MICHAEL JOSEPH CONNOLLY
COMMISSION 617-727-8470 Secretary of State
Feasibility Study - Information and Guidelines
The Massachusetts Historical Commission (MHC) has established a program of 50%
matching grants to fiord feasibility studies for endangered buildings. Funding,
for the program is provided by the Heritage Conservation and Recreation Service,
Office of Archeology and Historic Preservation through the MHC. All Feasibility
Study grants must be matched with cash and are reimbursement grants . Requests
for funding will be accepted through May 1979, or until the Fund is depleted.
The eligibility requirement and the selection criteria which will be used by the
Massachusetts Historical Commission to select projects for funding are as follows:
Eligibility Requirement: 'In order to be eligible to apply for a Feasibility
Study grant the ±oliowing requirement must be met:
1) The property must be listed, or eligible for listing in the National
Register of Historic Places.
Selection Criteria: The NEC will evaluate applications and select projects for
funding based on the following criteria:
1) level of significance -- properties should possess a high level of
significance, to the community, state or nation, because of architectural
quality and/or historic or cultural associations.
2) extent to which the property is endangered -- properties should have a
clear and present danger caused by arp ivate action over which the
WC has no regulatory authority.
3) demonstration of need -- applicants should be able to clearly show
financial need (i.e. , if the study could not be undertaken without
AHC support.)
4) evidence of local support -- applicants should be able to produce
evidence of support from the local historical commission where one exists.
5) extent to which property meets National Preservation Objectives --
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proposalsects which meet more than one of the National
and/or pro7
Preservation Objectives (attached) will be given special consideration.
NffC funded Feasibility Studies should contain all the sections outlined in
Components of a Feasibility Study (attached) . Any variation from this format
requires special MHC approval.
National Preservation Objectives
It is a national preservation goal to give funding priority to survey and planning
activities that:
1) are matched at greater than 50 percent by outside resources
(public or private at the federal, state or local levels) ;
2) catalyze significant nonfederal investment in preserving
resources which would not otherwise be preserved;
3) are located in urban areas (with a population of 25,000 or
more) or neighborhoods;
4) incorporate techniques of conserving energy;
5) benefit minority, low-income, and handicapped people;
6) conserve archeological resources;
7) preserve national historic landmarks;
8) preserve endangered properties;
9) create or utilize nonprofit revolving fiords;
10) benefit cultural resources the preservation of which will
also contribute to the conservation or enhancement of natural
or recreational resources.
COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS
1111111 Office of the Secretary of State
MASSACHUSETTS 294 Washington Street
HISTORICAL Boston, Massachusetts
02108 MICHAEL JOSEPH CONNOLLY
COMMISSION 617-727-8470 Secretary of State
Components of a Feasibility Study
Architectural and Historical Significance Analysis
This component documents the significance of the structure and identifies
appropriate preservation treatments. Topics to be discussed are:
1. Description of environment and physical setting of building
2. Statement of building's historical significance
3. Architectural (physical) description of building'
4. Architectural Analysis
a. Identify important architectural features (exterior and
interior) that must be preserved for the property to re-
tain its significance and integrity.
b. Identify architectural features which should be retained,
if economically and/or structurally feasible.
c. Identify architectural features for which alteration or
removal would not lessen the building's significance.
The extent to which architectural features may be altered
will depend on the quality of design and integrity of the
building.
S. Preservation Treatments -- Describe special considerations or
techniques that should be used in rehabilitation of the building,
(i.e. chemical cleaning, paint analysis) . All work must conform
to the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation
(Federal Register Vol. 42, No. 195, October 7, 1977) .
Real Estate Market Analysis
The goal of this component is to determine the real estate market for
reuse of the building. Tasks include:
1. Examine all potential markets for building including retail,
office, residential, institutional uses. This should include
demographic data collection, surveys of comparable real estate
developments, interviews with officials and interested parties.
2. Identify potential tenants, their program space needs and
other requirements.
3. Analyze locational factors including land use, traffic, develop-
ment trends.
4. Survey comparable situations where similar reuse has been
successful.
This section of the study should determine reuses which are marketable
at the site based on analysis of the current demand for space, current
rents per square foot, and vacancy rates.
Architectural and Structural Inventory
This component requires that an architect investigate the physical and
structural condition of the building. This investigation should include:
1. Analysis of building components, including type and condition
of foundation walls, floors, beams, columns, bearing walls, and
roof structure
2. Architectural reuse compatability survey to determine uses
which can be accommodated by building
3. Evaluation of state and local codes which might impact reuse
of the structure
Review of Findings with NH-IC Staff
Economic Analysis of Use
Based on the first three components, the economic analysis of use will
evaluate the potential income and expenses of the project. This will
include analysis of :
1. Income which can be produced from rentals
2. Operating expenses for taxes, utilities, insurance
3. Potential conventional financing capability of the project
based on net cash flow
Preliminary (Schematic) Drawings and Construction Cost Analysis
In this component, an architect prepares schematic drawings based on
the architectural significance of the building and market and structural
analyses. Cost estimates for renovation are also prepared by the archi-
tect. The cost estimates will be used in the financial analysis section.
Review of Findings with NHC Staff
Financial Analysis
This task explores all .posgble sources of funding for restoration, both
public and private. This involves:
1. Interviews with banks, loan agencies, public agencies and
private foundations
2. Analysis of all finding sources which might be applicable
Implementation Plan
Based on all of the findings, the implementation plan outlines the steps
for achieving the project.
Submit two copies of final report and one copy of financial documentation
to MHC.
Application Procedures for Feasibility Study Projects
There is a two part application for Feasibility Study Project grants. The
following information outlines the step by step procedures for applying
for a Feasibility Study grant.
Step 1 - Feasibility Study Grant Application Part I - Request for Determination
of National Register Status, must be completed and submitted to the IIffC before
Part II - Work Program and Budget are submitted. Part I is available from the
MHC upon request. Part I does not have to be submitted if the property is already
listed in the National Register individually. If the property is listed in the
National Register as part of a National Register District, or if the property
is not listed, or if the applicant is unsure of the National Register status of
a property Part I must be submitted.
Step 2 - MHC will review Part I to determine the National Register status of
the building. If the property is listed individually or is significant to a
National Register District or appears to be eligible for National Register
listing the applicant will be notified and will be sent Part II - Work Program
and Budget.
StepP3� - The applicant must complete Part II and submit the work program,
buTget, and appropriate resumes to MHC for consideration.
Step 4 - NHC staff will present Part II to the full commission at their
next monthly meeting after receipt of Part II. If WC selects the project
for funding based on the Eligibility Requirements and Selection Criteria, the
grant recipient will be notified. MHC will prepare a contract which must be
signed by MHC and the grant recipient. Project work can not begin until the
contract is signed by both parties.
Step S - The grant recipient must submit a Draft Copy of the Feasibility
Study to the INHC for review and approval. The NHC has 30 days in which to
review the draft document.
Step 6 - After the MMC has. approved the draft study the grant recipient must
submit 2 copies of the final document, and 1 complete copy of financial documentation.
If the financial documentation is acceptable to NUC the grant recipient will
be reimbursed for SO% of allowable projects costs, up to the amount of the grant
award.
FEASIBILITY STUDY GRANT APPLICATION
Part 1 - Request for Determination of National Register Status
Applicant Salem Redevelopment Authority Date June 11, 1979
Applicant Address One Salem Green
Salem, Mass. 01970
Property Name Young Men' s Christian Assoc. building
Property Address 288, Essex. St.
Salem, Mass. 01970
Current Owner young .Men' s Christian Association
Owner Address 288 Essex St.
Salem, Mass . 01970
(if owner is different from applicant, attach owner's letter of nermission)
Preliminary Statement of Architectural/historical significance
Once one of the most opulent recreation facilities
on the East Coast, the building has suffered I
from severe neglect and haphazard adaptations in staple 3xS black $
recent years . The third floor, once used for white photo of building
housing, has been ravaged. There are serious to this side
code violations; a poor heating system, and
numerous other problems .
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Date of Structure: —
Statement of Current condition:
Explanation of need for Feasibility Study:
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Staff comments on NR status
L7listed 0pending Qappears to be eligible l7 cannot make determination
Staff review: Date:
Executive Director concurrence: Date:
FEASIBILITY STUDY GRANT APPLICATION
Part 1 - Request for Determination of National Register Status
Applicant Salem Redevelopment Authority Date June 11, 1979
Applicant Address One Salem Green, Salem, Mass .
Property Name Kerr Furniture building -
Property Address 90 Washington St./234 Essex .St. -3
Salem, Mass . 01970 � 4
Current Owner Ethel Realty Trust
T. Raymond Kerr, Trs.
Owner Address 234 Essex St.
Salem, Mass. 01970
(if owner is different from applicant, attach owner's letter of nermission)
Preliminary Statement of Architectural/historical significance
Although nearly totally occupied by f
the furniture store, this building is
in drastic need of facade improvements . staple 3x5 black &
Because of its prominent location, a white photo of building
careful treatment of �this building to this side
is essential. The consultant will
not consider the interior conditions
of the building.
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Date of Structure: - - - - - - - -
Statement of Current condition:
Explanation of need for Feasibility Study:
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FOR NHC USE Inventory
Staff comments on NR status
O listed Q pending Qappears to be eligible O cannot make determination
Staff review: Date:
Executive Director concurrence: Date:
FAEASIBILITY STUDY GRANT APPLICATION
Part i - Request for Determination of National Register Status
Applicant Salem Redevelopment Authority Date June 11, 1979
Applicant Address One Salem Green
Salem, Mass. 01970
Property Name Peabody, Building
Property Address 118 Washington St.
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Current Owner Mansfield Realty Co. , Inc.
Owner Address 144 Boylston St.
Boston, Mass. 02116
(if owner is different from applicant, attach owner's letter of nermission)
Preliminary Statement of Architectural/historical significant
Actually a complex of four buildings, this property
is occupied only on the street level - yet
contains as much as 100, 000 sq. ft. of useful ! staple 3x5 black $
space. Conversion to residential use and white photo of building
artists studio space will be investigated to this side
in this study. 4
Date of Structure: - - — - — - — - —
Statement of Current condition:
Explanation of need for Feasibility Study:
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FOR INEC USE Inventory #
Staff comments on NR status
Q listed C7pending Cappears to be eligible O cannot make determination
Staff review: Date:
Executive Director concurrence: Date:
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FEASIBILITY STUDY GRANT APPLICATION
Part 1 - Request for Determination of National Register Status
Applicant Salem Redevelopment Authority Date June 11, 1979
Applicant Address One Salem Green
Salem, Mass. 01970
Property Name Barton Square Building
Property Address Barton Square, Salem, Mass .
Current Owner
Owner Address
(if owner is different from applicant, attach owner's letter of nermission)
Preliminary Statement of Architectural/historical significance
Unoccupied for several years . This
wood frame building probably dates back staple 3x5 black $
to 1800 . It is in severe danger of being white photo of building
demolished to provide residential parking to this side
for
. adjacent buildings and is probably
vulnerable to a severe fire. The feasibility
of moving the building will be studied along
with residential reuse opportunities
Date of Structure: - - - - - - — - -
Statement of Current condition:
Explanation of need for Feasibility Study:
FOR NHC USE Inventory #
Staff comments on NR status
Q listed 0 pending Cappears to be eligible C cannot make determination
Staff review: Date:
Executive Director concurrence: Date:
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FEASIBILITY STUDY GRANT APPLICATION
Part 17 Request for Determination of National Register Status
Applicant Salem Redevelopment Authority Date June 11, 1979
Applicant Address One Salem Green
Salem, Mass. 01970
Property Name The Fry Building
Property Address 265 Essex St.
Salem, Mass. 01970
Current Owner Richard Shribman & Ida Frye
Owner Address 150 Essex St.
Salem, Mass. 01970
(if owner is different from applicant, attach owner's letter of nermission)
Preliminary Statement of Architectural/historical significance
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buildings in Salem, dating back to c. 1780 . The staple 3xS black $
building has received many additions and now houses white photo of building
the Odd Fellows Hall, and several labor union. f
to this side
offices . The building is in obvious need of
rehabilitation; and may be a strong candidate for
a restoration grant. I
Date of Structure: —
Statement of Current condition:
Explanation of need for Feasibility Study:
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Staff comments on NR status
0 listed 0pending Qappears to be eligible l7 cannot make determination
Staff review: Date:
Executive Director concurrence: ;Date:
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AGREEMENT
between
C%M4 M A TH OF MASSACHUSETTS
by and through
MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMtISSION
and
SALEM REDEVELOPPE.NT AUTHORITY
THIS AGREEMENT dated `7¢` �C th 19ZI between the Common-
wealth of Massachusetts, by and rough the Massachusetts Historical
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Commission, 294 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts, ("Commission")
and Salem Redevelopment Authority, One Salem Green, Salem, MA j
("Transferee") relates to a survey and planning project in Salem
Massachusetts to be u-idertaken by the Transferee, assisted by the Commissio
with a grant-in-aid under the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966,
as amended, through the Department of the Interior, Heritage Conservation
and Recreation Service, Offike of Archeology and Historic Preservation.
The Commission and the Transferee agree as follows :
1. Work Program: The Transferee shall carry out project work as
specified in Downtown Survey and Feasibility Study Project
dated June 11, 1979
which describes the work and budget for the project and which is hereby
incorporated into and made part of this Agreement as Attachment A.
There shall be no change in project work or budget without the prior
written approval of the Commission.
2. Period of Performance: The Transferee agrees that all project
work will be carried out between July 1, 1979 and December 31, 1979
The Transferee agrees to promptly notify the Commission should the
following conditions become known:
a) problems, delays or adverse conditions which will materially
affect the ability to attain project objectives, prevent the j
meeting of time schedules or preclude the completion of approved
work
b) the need for adjustment to the approved budget
3. Compensation: Compensation to the Transferee shall be on a
matching basis limited to SO percent of the allowable costs incurred
by the Transferee in carrying out project work during the performance
period. Subject to receipt of funds from the Heritage Conservation
and Recreation Service, the Commission agrees to pay the Transferee the
sum of ten thousand Dollars ($ 10,000 ) upon satis-
factory completion of project work amounting to at least twenty
thousand Dollars ($ 20,000 ) of allowable costs and the submission,
of a satisfactory final project completion report.
4. Allowable Costs: Allowable costs are those costs documented to
the satisfaction of the Commission which meet the requirements of
the General Provisions and are determined by the Commission:
a) to be necessary and reasonable to the completion of project work
b) to have been incurred for project work during the project period
S. Supervision: The Transferee agrees to provide and maintain
supervision by a person or persons whose professional qualifications
have received the prior approval of the Commission to ensure that the
work conforms with the approved work program and to provide progress
reports or such other information as may be required by the Commission.
6. Administrative Requirements: The Transferee agrees to comply
with all applicable regulations, laws, policies, guidelines and require-
ments of the grant program, including OMB Circular A-102, FDIC Circular
74-4 and 78-4, "Policies and Procedures" of the Department of the Interior
Historic Preservation Grant-in-Aid Program and any special conditions or
regulations related to the application, acceptance and use of federal
funds for this federally-assisted project.
7. General Provisions: This Agreement is subject to and incorporates
"General Provisions of Massachusetts Historical Commission Grant Projects"
made part of this Agreement as Attachment B.
8. Project Completion Report: The Transferee agrees to submit a
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Project Completion Report by January 31, 19'0 This report shall
contain, but is not limited to:
a) a description of the purpose of the project, the methodology used
and a Comparison of actual accomplishments to the established
goals , including any problems , delays , adverse conditions or
favorable developments
b) a comparison of estimated vs. actual costs on a budget summary '
form plus a narrative description of significant differences
and the reasons for such differences
c) 3 copies of all materials prepared as a direct result of the
project, except that originals of completed PLIC inventory sheets
shall be submitted. Draft of all materials must be approved
by bHC prior to publication.
d) full financial documentation of project costs
The report shall be submitted in duplicate, except that only one
copy of financial documentation ,is required. The Transferee shall
revise the report, if requested, in response to written comments of
the Commission.
9. Acknowledgement of Federal Assistance: Federal grant assistance
shall be acknowledged in any public announcements, news releases, articles,
publications and any exhibits or presentations, funded in full or in
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part with grant assistance,Inunder the terms of this Agreement, substantially
as follows: "This project has been funded with the assistance of a
' matching grant-in-aid from the Department of the Interior, Heritage
Conservation and Recreation Service through the Massachusetts Historical
Commission, under the provisions of the National Historic Preservation
Act of 1966."
10. Other Provisions:
The Transferee may amend the list of buildings for which
feasibility studies will be conducted by obtaining written
approval of the Massachusetts Historical Commission.
Signed as of the date first stated herein
COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS
by
Michalel Joseph- of
Secretary of S to
Chairman, Massachusetts Historical Commission
by—e0e -rem
Chairman, Salem Redevelopment Auth ty
Attachment A: Work Program and Budget
Downtown Survey and Feasibility Study Project
Salem Redevelopment Authority
June 11,1979
IVORK PROGRAM
The project will be supervised_by- the Salem Redevelopment Authority, who
will award contracts to consultants whose qualifications have been approved
by the Massachusetts Historical Commission, to undertake the necessary work.
The Salem Historic District Commission and Historic Salem, Inc. will nrovide
assistance to the Redevelopment Authority to insure that the project goals
are attained.
A. Project Goals
1. To complete a survey and inventory of the historic and cultural
resources of the downtown; specifically to guide the Salem
Redevelopment Authority in implementing the Heritage Plaza-West
urban renewal project.
2. To prepare a district or multiple resource nomination to the
National Register to encourage investments in existing buildings.
3. To undertake architectural and economic feasibility studies of
keybuildings in the downtown which are being g g underutilized and
may be endangered.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The project is divided into two distinct elements.
A. Comprehensive Community Survey Project to complete a survey and inventory
of historic and architectural resources in the downtown and to prepare
a nomination of a National Register district or a multiple resource nomination
for the downtown area.
B. Feasibility studies of eight endangered buildings in the downtown which
are either listed or eligible for listing in the National Register of
Historic Places. These studies will identify important architectural
features of these buildings which should be preserved and will provide an
economic analysis of alternative reuse strategies.
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A. The community survey project will include:
PHASE I .- Work Items:
a. Meeting with Massachusetts Historical Commission staff to discuss
methodology;
b. collection and review of existing survey data;
c. completion of Massachusetts Historical Commission •forms;
d. development of numbering system and inventory mans which will
be coordinated with existing numbering system.
Work Products:
a. Completed Massachusetts Historical Commission inventory forms
for all significant and contributing areas, buildings, etc.
b. large scale inventory map.
PHASE II - Work Items:
a. Preparation of brief narrative history;
b. application of National Register criteria to 'inventoried
properties;
c. meeting with Massachusetts Historical Commission staff to review
consultants' NR list;
d. Preparation of a multiple resource nomination or a National Register
District Nomination for the downtown;
e. Preparation of owner notification forms which will be mailed by the
Massachusetts Historical Commission;
f. organization of a public informational meeting about the proposed
nominations; MHC staff will participate in the meeting'
Work Products:
a. A narrative history of the community;
b. A multiple resource nomination or a National Register District
nomination for the downtown area.
This project will be undertaken by a consultant. A request for proposals
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will be distributed to qualified firms and/or individuals. The Authority will
select a consultant who is best qualified to undertake the project at a reasonable
fee.
B. The Feasibility Study will include:
a. Architectural and Historical Analysis;
b. Real Estate Market Analysis;
c. Architectural and Structural Inventory;
d. Economic Analysis of potential uses;
e. Schematic and Construction Cost Estimates;
f. Analysis of funding sources;
g. .Implementation Plan.
Work Products (to be undertaken in compliance with Massachusetts
Historical Commission guidelines) :
a. Preliminary design and cost estimate for facade improvements;
b. A written report describing existing conditions of the building
including important architectural and hsitoric features; identification
of preservation treatments, a schematic layout for reuse of the buildings,
and a cost estimate for rehabilitation work.
c. A report on the feasibility of rehabilitation of the building with
conventional financing and with alternative funding sources and
incentives.
Consultants whose qualifications have been approved by the WC will be
selected to perform the Feasibility Study based on Requests for Proposals
sent out by the Salem Redevelopment Authority.
THE FRYE BUILDING
265 ESSEX ST.
SALEM, MASS .
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This building may be one of the oldest commercial buildings
in Salem, dating back to c. 1780. The building has received
many additions - and now houses the Odd Fellows Hall, and
several labor union offices. The building is in obvious need
of rehabilitation; and may be a strong candidate for a rest
oration grant.
Consultant: Staley McDermet/Robert Guethlen Fee: $2,465
THE BOWMAN BAKERY
266 ESSEX STREET
SALEM, MASS . 01970
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The wood frame structure probably dates back to the early 1800 's .
It has served as a rooming house, and now is occupied on the first
floor by the bakery. The second floor is marginally occupied for
office use; the third floor is vacant.
Consultants: Staley McDermet/Robert Guethlen Fee: $2, 025-
KERR FURNITURE BUILDING
90 WASHINGTON ST./234 ESSEX ST.
SALEM, MASS . 01970 -
Although totally occupied by the furniture store, this building
is in drastic need of facade improvements . Because of its .
prominent location, a careful treatment of this building is
essential. The consultant will not consider the interior conditions
of the building.
Consultant: Chia-Ming Sze Fee: $500
YOUNG MEN' S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION
288 ESSEX STREET
SALEM, MASS .
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Once one of the most opulent recreation facilities on the
East Coast, the building has suffered from severe neglect
and haphazard adaptations in recent years. : The third floor
once used for housing, has been ravaged. There are serious
code violations; a poor heating system; and numerous other
problems.
Consultant: Chia-Ming Sze Fee: $1, 500.
PEABODY BUILDING
118 WASHINGTON STREET
SALEM, MASS . 01970
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Actually a complex of four buildings, this property is occupied
only -on the street level - yet contains as much as 100, 000 sq. ft.
of useful space. Conversion to residential use and artists studio
space will be investigated in this study.
Consultant: Ann Beha Associates Fee: $3 ,810
BARTON SQUARE BUILDING
BARTON SQUARE
SALEM, MASS . 01970
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Unoccupied for several years. This wood frame building
probably dates back to 1800. It is in severe danger of
being demolished to provide residential parking for adjacent
buildings and is probably vulnerable to a severe fire. The
feasibility of moving the building will be studied along with
residential reuse opportunities.
Consultant: Not selected Fee: $2, 500
• GRIMSHAW HOUSE
53 CHARTER STREET
SALEM, ,MASS . 01970
This building is listed on the Register and is famous for .its
association with Nathaniel Hawthorne. The building is marginally
occupied as a rooming house - but is in need of substantial
rehabilitation.
Consultant: Not selected Fee: $2, 500
tv1ASSAC HUSETTS HISTORICAL COMNAISSION -
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LOCAL SHARE FEDERAL TOTAL.
SHARE
Personnel - In-Kind (paid)
Title/Function - Annual Salary - % Time to Project
Total :
Personnel - Volunteer (un-paid)
Title/Function - Rate Per Hour - # of Hours
Total:
2, Fringe Benefits - Rate
D, Travel - Rate Per Mile # Miles
4, Equipment - (list each item)
{ Total:
5, Supplies — (list each major item or category) .
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Total :
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6, Contractual - (list each contractor)
(See attached page)
Total: 2
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Total:
8. TOTAL ROJECT DOST o;3oe 10, 000 20,30e
11IRVFY k PLANNING PROIECT FY 1980
CONSULTANT PROJECT FEE
Not selected Survey/Nomination $5 ,000 .
Staley McDermet/
Robert Guethlen Feasibility Study 4 , 490
Ann Beha/Associates Feasibility Study 3 ,810
Chia-Ming Sze Feasibility Study 2 , 000
Not selected Feasibility Study 2 , 500
Not selected Feasibility Study 2 , 500
TOTAL $20, 300
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ATTACHMENT B
GENERAL PROVISIONS OF MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION GRANT PROJECTS
1. Standards of work: The Transferee agrees that the performance of work and
services under this Agreement shall conform to high professional standards in
accordance with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards. '
2. Allowable Costs - Matching Share: The Transferee agrees that costs incurred
and contributions, in cash and in-kind by the Transferee shall be allowable costs
only if they are:
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a) incurred for project work during the project period
b) verifiable from the Transferee's records
c) not included as contributions for any other federally-assisted program
d) are necessary and reasonable for proper and efficient accomplishment of
project work
' e) are types of charges that would be allowable under Federal Management
Circular 74-4
f) are not paid For by the Federal Government under another assistance
agreement unless authorized under the other agreement and the laws and
regulations it is subject to
g) are provided for in the budget contained in the project work program
h) conform to the provisions of OMB Circular A-102
3. Inspection: At any reasonable time during the project the Commission, the
Heritage Conservation and Recreation Service, the Comptroller General of the U. S.
or their authorized representatives reserve the right to monitor and inspect project
work and any pertinent books, documents, papers and records of the Transferee
which are related to the project for the purpose of determining compliance or for
making audit, examination, excerpts or transcriptions. The Commission, upon recuest,
shall be furnished with copies of any such books, documents, papers, or records.
The Taansferee shall include a similar provision in all contracts or subcontracts
for grant-assisted work.
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4. Records: The Transferee shall provide for a system of financial management
and recordkeeping relative to grant-assisted activities which provides for:
a) records that identify the source and application of all funds (federal
and non-federal) for grant supported activities. These records shall
contain information pertaining to Federal awards and authorizations,
obligations, unobligated balances, assets, liabilities, outlays and
income.
b) effective control over -and accuntability for all funds, property and
other assets. Transferee shall adequately safeguard all such assets
and shall ensure that they are used solely for authorized purposes.
c) comparisons of actual outlays with budgeted amounts
d) accounting records that are supported by source documentation
e) .documentation of employment practices and procedures
f) records which identify persons involved in grant-assisted activities
including a description of the dates, hours and type of work performed.
These records shall include payroll information or, where applicable,
documentation and justification of pay rates assigned to volunteer or
donated services.
g) documentation that procurement actions have been conducted in a manner
so as to provide maximum open and free competition
h) documentation of compliance with the terms of this Agreement, applicable
laws, ordinances, codes, requirements, limitations, prohibitions, regu-
lations, rules policies and guidelines
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5. Termination: If, through any cause, the Transferee shall fail to fulfill, in
a timely manner, his obligations under this Agreement, or if the Transferee shall
violate any of the provisions of this Agreement, the Commission shall thereupon
have the right to terminate this Agreement by giving written notice to the Transferee
at least ten (10) .calendar days before the effective date of such termination.
In the event this Agreement is terminated, all finished or unfinished documents,
studies, surveys, drawings, maps, plans, photographs and reports or other material
prepared by the Transferee under this Agreement shall, at the option of the Com-
mission,
mission, become its property.
Subject to the approval and release of funds by the U. S. Department of the
Interior and the Heritage Conservation and Recreation Service, the Transferee
shall be entitled to receive just and equitable compensation for satisfactory
project work performed prior to the effective date of such termination. Com-
pensation shall be computed in the same ratio to the total grant of federal funds
hereunder as the work actually performed bears to the total work covered by this
Agreement, less any payments previously made.
In the event of termination the Transferee shall not be relieved of liability to.
the Commission for damages sustained by the Commission as the result of any breach
of this Agreement and the Commission may withhold any payments to the Transferee
for the purposes of set-off until such time as the exact amount of damages due the
Commission fron the Transferee is determined.
6. Recovery of Costs Disallowed by Audit: In the event the project covered by
this Agreement remains subject to audit by Federal or State agencies following
payment, the Commission reserves the right to recover costs disallowed by the
auditing agency resulting fron any such audit.
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7. Compliance with Local Laws The Transferee shall comply with all applicable
laws, ordinances and codes of the State and local governments in performing
any of the work under this Agreement. .
S . Interest of Members of Commission or Public Officials No member of the
Commission or any public official, employee or agent of the Commission, who
exercises any functions or responsibilities in connection with. the carrying
out of the project to which this Agreement pertains, shall have any personal
interest, direct or indirect, in this;Agreement.
9. Equal opportunity The Transferee agrees to comply with the "Governor's
Code of Fair Practices" of January 12, 1966 Chapter 151B of the Massachusetts
General Laws, as amended and applicable State and Federal laws, regulations and
Executive Orders which prohibit discrimination because of race, color, religion,
national origin, age or sex. All contracts or sub-contracts shall contain a
similar provision.
19. Insurance The Transferee agrees to comply with the flood insurance purchase
requirements of The Flood Disaster Protection Act of 1973 as a condition for the
receipt of any Federal financial assistance for construction or acquisition purposes.
The Transferee further agrees to obtain all insurance necessary to adequately
protect against liability for damages to real and personal property and to persons,
associated with all risks normally insured against, and to maintain all such
insurance policies in full force and effect for the period of this Agreement or
any extensions thereof.
11. Indemnification: The Transferee agrees to hold the State and Federal
Government harmless from damages in any action arising from any activities con-
ducted under the terms of this Agreement.
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' 12. Lobbying: No part of the money appropriated by any enactment of Congress
shall, in the absence of express authorization by Congress, be used directly or
indirectly to pay for any personal service, advertisement, telegram, telephone,
letter, printed or written matter, or other device, intended or designed to in-
fluence in any manner a Member of Congress, to favor or appose, by vote or
otherwise, any legislation or appropriation by Congress, whether before or after
the introduction of any bill or resolution proposing such legislation or ap-
propriation; but this shall not prevent officers or employees of the Unites
States or of its departments or agencies from communicating to Members of Con-
gress on the request of any Member or to Congress, through the proper official
channels, requests for legislation or appropriations which they deem necessary
for the efficient conduct of the public business. (U.S.C. 1913)
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