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May 6, 2016
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Overview
The Community Preservation Committee (CPC) submits the following project award
recommendations for Community Preservation Act (CPA) funds:
• Housing
o Boston Street Crossing $59,500
• Historic Resources
o Preserving Emmerton House $50,650
o Proctor's Ledge $179,140
o Fort Pickering Restoration Phase II $70,000
o Salem Willows Pavilions Preservation $15,000
o Salem Public Library Window Frames & Sills $102,000
• Open Space/Recreational Land
o Forest River Bathrooms $85,000
o Ryan Brennan Memorial Skate Park Renovation $25,000
o Forest River Pool Conditions Assessment $20,000
o Mack Park Bathrooms $50,000
o Bentley Academy Charter School Playground $73,500
o Collins Cove Playground Renovation $83,000
Included in this report is a spreadsheet breaking down the recommended source of CPA funds for
each project, as well as a detailed overview of the twelve projects recommended.
The total funds available for projects are $825,021.52. This includes the FY17 estimated funds, as
well as carried over, undesignated FY16 funds.
The CPC is recommending funding for projects totaling $812,790. If awarded, the minimum of
10% minimum spending in each of the three categories will be satisfied.
This will leave a balance available of$12,231.52, which will be carried over. Please note that the
available funding will also increase in November, 2016 when late payments, unspent FY16 admin,
surcharges received over the $450,000 estimate, the increase in the State match from FY16
($74,406), interest and any other extra funds that are reported to the Department of Revenue are
placed into the Fund Balance. In addition, the 19% match for FY17 could increase, if additional
CPA funds are approved by the State.
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APPLICANT: Harborlight Community Partners, Inc.
PROJECT TITLE: Boston Street Crossing
PROJECT LOCATION: 43 and 179 Boston Street
CPA CATEGORY: Community Housing: Creation
CPC PRIORITY RANKING: High
CPC RECOMMENDED CPA FUNDING: $59,500
CPC RECOMMENDED SOURCE: $59,500 FY17 Housing Reserve
CPC RECOMMENDED CONDITIONS: Enter into an Affordable Housing Restriction
Proponent to install a CPA construction sign
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: ----_
Harborlight Community Partners, Inc. -�_
(HCP) requested $100,000 in CPA funds
toward the rehabilitation of two former
rooming houses to create 26 studio
apartments for individuals who are
homeless or at-risk of becoming
homeless. The project will have a
comprehensive supportive services
program available to all residents.
HCP's proposal is to convert the 37
existing SROs into self-contained studio
apartments, designed to allow the
residents to live with dignity and in comfort as they stabilize
themselves economically and emotionally. Through its �.
partnership with Lifebridge the residents will be equipped with '*
the services they need to maintain independence. The
renovations will also allow one of the buildings to include two
handicapped accessible units, an accessible entrance, laundry
room and common areas.
The project will contribute 26 permanently affordable units to
the Cityof Salem's affordability goal. The project meets the
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State definition of "affordable" through the provision of 26
permanent units affordable to individuals at or below 30% of
the Area Median Income. HCP has committed to retaining the
affordability of these properties for a minimum of 50 years.
The scope of work involves the substantial renovation of the
two buildings with the objective of reducing density, adding
new windows and new siding and/or fagade repair in addition
to adding amenities to the SRO units (individual unit-level baths and kitchenettes) and building
common areas (offices, community rooms and laundry facilities) and addressing issues of expiring
useful life for all major building systems, equipment and finishes. The renovations will focus on
much needed life-safety upgrades, building code compliance, envelope/sustainability
improvements, fagade improvement, and amenities.
In addition to addressing an urgent need for affordable housing with supportive services, there are
two other factors contributing to the urgency of the project:
• The seller, a private entity, has agreed to convey the property to Harborlight Community
Partners. The conveyance depends upon being able to raise capital for the acquisition in a
timely manner.
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• HCP has submitted an application to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of
Housing and Community Development for a large award of scarce state resources. The
application was submitted on March 11, 2016 and is currently under review. The state
requires a commitment of local funds (in addition to general local support). Without a
commitment of funds, the state will not commit their resources to this project. The project
will remain on the City's tax roll.
In addition to Mayor Driscoll of Salem and the North Shore Regional Homelessness Task Force,
the project has the support of Senator Lovely and State Representative (and former Salem Chief of
Police) Paul Tucker. City Councilor David Eppley brought HCP to a meeting of the Gallows Hill
Neighborhood Association where HCP met with the neighborhood group to discuss the project.
The project received zoning approval in two meetings (Fall, 2015).
179 Boston Street, Salem, MA
179 Boston Street is a 3-story wood-frame residential building which currently includes 17 SRO
rooms with limited cooking facilities in each unit and 2 one-bedroom units. There are shared
bathrooms on each floor for the SRO units. The proposed plans include a reduction in density to 14
SRO units. New units will include in-unit bathrooms with showers and kitchenettes. The ground
floor will include an office and separate common room. Two handicap accessible units are
proposed for the first floor with access from a new HP ramp at the left side of the building. This is a
historic building with significant remaining architectural detail. Current plans call for the restoration
of those architectural elements which define the building such as the front entry, mansard roof and
dormers as well as the reintroduction of those exterior elements which have been replaced over
time such as clapboard siding (cementitious), window trim, corner boards and water table. Materials
will be selected in consideration of aesthetic, life-cycle cost and ease of maintenance.
43 Boston Street, Salem, MA
43 Boston is a three-story brick residential building which currently includes 20 SRO rooms with
limited shared cooking facilities on the second floor and shared baths on each floor. The building
includes approximately 5,500 square feet, not including the basement. The proposed plans include
a reduction in density to 12 SRO units. New units will include in-unit bathrooms with showers and
kitchenettes. The ground floor will include an office, a separate community room and an accessible
laundry room. Two handicap accessible units are proposed for the first floor with access from a
new HP ramp at the front of the building. Current plans call for the rebuilding of the front entry at
street level to accommodate a new accessible entry in keeping with the current residential use. The
balance of the exterior work is intended to restore the masonry and cast stone elements to maintain
the integrity of the simple brick facades.
TIMELINE:
BENCHMARK DATE
Zoning/Permitting Approval 11 1 2015
Due Diligence (architect's plans & specs, Mass Historic 12/15/2015
Approval, Phase 1 environmental screen
Financing applications to DHCD, City of Salem (HOME) and 3/16/2016
North Shore HOME Consortium submitted
100% Financing Commitment 6 1 2016
Construction Loan Closing/Acquisition 9 23 2016
Construction Start 9 30 2016
50% Construction Completion 5 1 2017
Construction Completion 11 30 2017
First Certificate of Occupancy 11 30 2017
Sustained Occupancy 11 30 2017
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FINANCIAL:
STUDY SOFT COSTS' ACou[SITION CONSTRUCTION" TOTAL
SOURCE 1: SALEM CPA S S $ $ $ r�nn frotat must match amount 100 000 100 000
requested on cover sheet) > >
SOURCE 2: S $ $ $ $
4`sS LIHTCEqud fl y 50k(l 454.3x 65C,A1 1.H13s,r87
SOURCE 3: S $ $ $ $
SWtu(DHCD)Duferceii P2yhleht Loan 1.150.467 2:15,'il;} 1,353,tl3J ZB30.ow
SOURCE 4: S $ $ $ $
State L"7C sa9,oa0 I.3a9,094 1,5M,9o3
SOURCE 5: S $ $ $ $
9alan HOME 54,9sk1 53,9�d
SOURCE$: S $ $ $ 5
N�,ifli Shure HOME CousoiLuni 30U,9u
TOTAL PROJECT COST S $ $ $ $
2.15e.467 I.159,99& 2,484.30U 6.K7fi7
*Soft costs include design,professional services,permitting fees, dosing costs,legal,etc.
"For this application'construction'refers to new constmction, rehabilitation. p.rase.rvatJon andlor restoration worm_
In the column to the right, please explain the status of each funding source (i.e.submitting application 711114,
applied on 10114. received award notification 311114.funds on-hand in organization bank account, etc.). For
sources where funding has been awarded or funds are on hand, please attach documentation proof from the
funding source commitment letter, bank statement. etc.).
SOURCE2: STATUS: Approved; letter from MassDevelopment. LOI from MHIC
Federal 4%LIHTC (& tax-exempt bonds)
Sate LIH STATUS:, Application pending submitted to DHCD 3/11/16
State uHTc PA P 9 � )
Sate Deferred Payment Loans Applicationpending
STATUS: � (submitted Spate Deferred dln to DHCD 3111/16
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SOURGE5: 8 L
TATUs: Award notification received f 1 7i 1 6
Salem HOME Funds
SOURB: STATUS:, Award received 3/16/15
NorthNorth Share HOME Consortium
CPC RECOMMENDATION:
This project would result in the city acquiring affordable housing restrictions for two buildings.
The Community Preservation Committee voted unanimously, with Boris and Veno not present, to
recommend funding this application at $59,500 from the FY17 Housing Reserve. This would
enable the CPC to expend the full 10% housing minimum from Fiscal Year 17. The CPC's
recommendation is subject to the following recommended conditions:
• That a CPA construction sign be installed (cost may be taken from CPA award); and
• That the applicant grants the city affordable housing restrictions on the buildings/units.
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APPLICANT: Woman's Friend Society
PROJECT TITLE: Preserving Emmerton House
PROJECT LOCATION: 12 Hawthorne Blvd.
CPA CATEGORY: Historic Resources: Rehabilitation/Restoration
CPC PRIORITY RANKING: High
CPC RECOMMENDED CPA FUNDING: $50,560
CPC RECOMMENDED SOURCE: $50,560 FY17 Historic Reserve
CPC RECOMMENDED CONDITIONS: Enter into an Preservation Restriction
CPA construction sign to be provided
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
The Woman's Friend Society requested
$65,750 in CPA funds to rehabilitate the ?!
exterior of the building to preserve the , -
historic integrity of the structure.
The Woman's Friend Society has been a
positive and often pioneering force in the
charitable life of Salem, since the society's R
founding in 1876. Today our contributions
include providing affordable housing for
women who are single, working, or
students. Our mission in this regard is: "To
provide safe, affordable living at Emmerton
House to single women of any nationality
or class, working or student, and w
encourage habits of industry and self- — -
reliance". At present there are 20 women living at Emmerton House. Our members sew and knit to
provide warm hats, mittens and scarfs to the students at the Carlton School and the neonatal unit
at North Shore Medical Center. Through the outreach work of our committees we have formed a
relationship with Brookhouse that allows us to provide decorative and other services on a monthly
basis. The Society also supports several charities in the city such as the Salem Children's Charity.
As can be seen, the Woman's Friend Society continues to contribute actively to the Salem
community.
Completed in 1811, this Federal period double house and its carved mantels are attributed to
Samuel Field McIntire, son of the noted architect Samuel McIntyre. Initially a private home, it was
later acquired by local philanthropist Captain John Bertram and his daughter, Jennie Bertram
Emmerton. They donated half of the building to the Woman's Friend Society, which soon
purchased the other half and later built a substantial addition in the rear in 1879. On Sept. 17,
2008, the Emmerton House was accepted for inclusion in the National Register of Historic Places.
The building is located on Hawthorne Boulevard and the back of the building abuts the property of
the Peabody Essex Museum.
A building over two hundred years old is in continual need of care. Important improvements to the
exterior of the building include repairing and replacing the soffits and gutters on all sides of the
building, relining and capping the chimney flue that services the heating system, restoring two
exterior doors that are original to the house, repairing the second floor deck, resetting the granite
stairs at the entrances to the building, and replacing the rubber roof at the back of the building.
Being on the edge of two designated historic districts, the Salem Common Historic District and the
Derby Street Historic District and its location on Hawthorne Boulevard makes it very visible to
residents and visitors; therefore, the appearance as well as the necessity of maintaining the
integrity of this historic structure is of paramount importance.
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Project Specifics:
• $16,000 -The rubber roof over the back of the building is in critical need of repair, including
replacing the chimney. Water is easily getting in. A lot of the bricks are cracked, concrete is
missing at the top opening and you can see the moisture settling into the mortar. The
chimney needs to be repointed and the top 18 inches need to be rebuilt. Moisture from the
roof is leaking into two of the upstairs bedrooms. Not only does this present a health risk to
any potential tenants, it prevents the Society from renting the rooms in due conscience.
Obviously this diminishes the amount of funds available for the upkeep of the residence..
• $30,000 -The soffits and the gutters on the north side of the building are also in critical
need of replacement. Water is seeping through the soffits and the gutters are separated in
places. This situation can cause water damage and will eventually impact the structural
integrity of the building. The north side of the building sits perpendicular to Hawthorne
Boulevard. It is most visible to pedestrians approaching from the Salem Common. The
south side of the building has no gutters. Squirrels have gnawed through the fascia board.
During the winter the damaged soffits create ice dams and cause an icing hazard on the
driveway and the granite steps. This situation is dangerous and in the event of a fire would
make it treacherous to exit from this side of the building. Also, the general public unfamiliar
with the building may use this entrance during our many events that are open to the public.
The damage done by the squirrels is visible to the public approaching from Derby Street.
Soffits and gutters on the other ends of the building are in need of repair. One of the
gutters is on the east side of the building that faces Hawthorne Boulevard. Repairing or
replacing in kind both soffits and the gutters will not only improve the appearance of the
building for the general public but it will preserve the integrity of the building.
• $3,000 - The doors of the building are original to the house. We propose restoring the doors
to their original state. A fourth door was replaced within the past few years. Over the years
the doors have been worn down and have become unsightly and drafty. Two of the doors
actually have cracks through which daylight can be seen. Restoration of the doors is
needed as soon as possible. This will not only enhance the appearance of the building but
will help to reduce energy costs.
• $1,650 - There are four sets of granite steps that need to be reset. These steps are original
to the building. Over the past 200 years, they have witnessed a lot of traffic. At present they
are not only unsightly but may soon be unsteady.
Letters of support were provided by
• Tucker Mathews Condominium Association
• Sheila Kelly Lawler, Abutter
• Don &Anita Armell, Abutter
CPC RECOMMENDATION:
The Community Preservation Committee voted unanimously, with Boris and Veno not present, to
recommend funding this application at$50,650 from FY17 Historic Reserve. The CPC's
recommendation is subject to the following recommended conditions:
• That CPA funds are used for the soffits, gutters, doors, granite steps and roof and that CPA
funds are not used for project oversight, nor costs for the deck repairs or painting.
• That a CPA construction sign be installed (to be provided by the City); and
• That the applicant grants the city a preservation restriction (to be prepared by the City).
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APPLICANT: City of Salem
PROJECT TITLE: Proctor's Ledge Memorial
PROJECT LOCATION: 33 Proctor Street
CPA CATEGORY: Historic Resources: Preservation
CPC PRIORITY RANKING: High
CPC RECOMMENDED CPA FUNDING: $179,140
CPC RECOMMENDED SOURCE: $31,937.75 FY16 Budgeted Reserve
$147,202.25 Fund Balance
CPC RECOMMENDED CONDITIONS: CPA sign to be provided
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
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The City of Salem requested $179,140 in .;;�.
CPA funds to rehabilitate and preserve theAw
historic open space on Proctor's Ledge, ., � ,r 4 `- , ;� ..:
as well as create a memorial to recognize
the tragic and unjust executions that took r: e
place on the site in 1692. �
This project will preserve the historic ;
location of the execution site of 1692,
where 19 innocent people were hanged
after being falsely accused of witchcraft. 4.
The site was confirmed by a team of academic scholars affiliated with the University of Virginia and
Salem State University in January 2016, utilizing historic first-hand accounts, topographic and
viewshed analysis, and ground-penetrating radar. While no human remains were found on the site,
the fact that it is the location of such a defining and significant historical event, not just for Salem
but for the nation, makes it one worth preserving, protecting, and memorializing.
The proposed scope of work will establish the boundaries of the site and ensure its rehabilitation
and preservation, creating a tasteful memorial with a viewing area on the site edge, and
incorporating signage to direct visitors and interpret the site's important history. These upgrades
include a new accessible walkway and pedestrian viewing area on the west side of the parcel, with
an accessible crosswalk over the street to the site, interpretative signage at the nearby City parking
lot and wayfinding signage to direct visitors, as well as the memorial itself. The goals of this project
are to protect the sanctity and open space on the site and ensure the victims are memorialized. By
creating a defined viewing area on the parcel edge, the site will be protected from intrusion and
visitors will be discouraged from going onto the site and potentially destroying it by walking over it,
digging in it, and so forth.
This project is necessary to tastefully memorialize and protect the physical site of what is arguably
the most significant historic event in the City's history and an event of national importance. The
parcel's current conditions are very inappropriate given the historic nature of what took place here
and there is no protection of the site, nor elements discouraging visitors from traversing it in a
manner that might cause damage to it. The project will have the added benefit of helping protect
the surrounding neighborhood by ensuring visitors to the site are directed in a safe and
manageable manner, that private property is protected, and that public safety, traffic, and parking
demands are suitably met. Salem is inexplicably linked to this event in the community's history;
memorializing this site in a respectful fashion ensures that the character of the City is enhanced.
The population served by this project will be Salem residents, school children, visitors, the
descendants of those executed (who see this as a location where their ancestors' wrongful
executions can be memorialized), and the immediate neighbors, who will likely see an increased
number of visitors to their neighborhood, and. The announcement of this location's confirmation in
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January 2016 may increase visitation to the community, resulting in some small added economic
benefit from visitor spending, however this is not the reason for this project.
The project is being approached in two phases. The first phase calls for improvements to better
control and manage visitors to the site and ensure the protection of the historic nature of the
property. Given the seasonal nature of Salem's tourism sector, the goal for this phase is no later
than the end of September 2016, to accommodate the anticipated visitors to the site in the October
season of this year. The second phase, the actual memorial itself, is being targeted for completion
in June 2017, which will mark the 325th anniversary of the first execution on the site (that of Bridget
Bishop). While there is not risk of irreparable loss if action is not taken, there is risk that the
conditions at the site, which are already poor, will continue to deteriorate as visitors traverse it in an
unregulated and undirected manner.
When the site was announced there was a large volume of public comment to the City from
descendants of those executed, as well as others, who felt very strongly that the site needed to be
protected, cleaned, and memorialized in some manner. The confirmation of the location drew
national and international media attention. In early March 2016 the City, in conjunction with Martha
Lyon Landscape Architecture, held a public meeting that drew nearly 50 residents and
descendants. While direct abutters expressed reasonable concerns over how the site's
confirmation would impact their neighborhood and quality of life, the public support for some type of
protection, improvement, and memorialization on the site was shared by almost all in attendance.
The City has also received two offers for private donations to help fund the memorial, including one
from a foundation of descendants of Rebecca Nurse, one of the victims of 1692.
FINANCIAL:
City funds for the surveying of the parcel ($7,000) and the retention of the landscape architect for
the conceptual plans ($13,050) have been committed from the FY2016 budget for contractual and
consulting services. Offers of private donations from a foundation of descendants and from one
individual have been made, but have not yet been received.
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STUDY SOFT COSTS' ACQUISITION CONSTRUCTION" TOTAL
SOURCE1: SALEM CPA $ $60,880 $0 $118,260 $179,140
(total must match amount
requested on cover sheet)
SOURCE 2:CITY BUDGET $ $20,050 $ $ $20,050
SOURCE 3:DONATIONS $ $ $ $500 $500
SOURCE 4: $ $ $ $ $
SOURCE5: $ $ $ $ $
SOURCE 6: $ $ $ $ $
TOTAL PROJECT COST $ $80,930 $0 $118,760 $199,690
*Soft costs include design,professional services,permitting fees,closing costs,legal,etc.
"For this application"construction"refers to new construction,rehabilitation,preservation and/or restoration work.
In the column to the right,please explain the status of each funding source(i.e.submitting application 7/1114,
applied on 111/14,received award notification 311114,funds on-hand in organization bank account,etc.). For
sources where funding has been awarded or funds are on hand,please attach documentation proof from the
funding source commitment letter,bank statement,etc.. _
SOURCE 2:CITY BUDGET STATUS: FUNDS ON-HAND AND AVAILABLE IN FY2016 CITY BUDGET
FOR CONTRACTED AND CONSULTING SERVICES.
SOURCE 3:DONATIONS STATUS: FUNDS OFFERED BY TowNE FAMILY ASSOCIATION&
BRUNONIA BARRY
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TIMELINE:
January — April 2016: Site announced and neighborhood group meetings. Landscape architect
retained. CPA eligibility and grant applications submitted. Survey conducted and parcel cleared of
trash and invasive species.
May 2016: Design of signage completed. Design of viewing area, crosswalk, and street trees
completed. Design of south boundary fence completed.
June — September 2016: Signage ordered and installed. Streetscape construction and south
boundary fence completed.
October— December 2015: Design development of memorial complete.
January- February 2017: Construction documents of memorial complete.
March 2017: Bids advertised for memorial construction.
April— May 2017: Memorial construction completed.
June 2017: Memorial dedication ceremony.
CPC RECOMMENDATION:
The Community Preservation Committee voted unanimously, with Boris and Veno not present, to
recommend funding this application at $179,140. The CPC voted to recommend $31,937.75 from
FY16 Budgeted Reserve, and $147,202.25 from Fund Balance. The CPC's recommendation is
subject to the following recommended conditions:
• That a CPA sign be installed (to be provided).
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APPLICANT: City of Salem Dept. of Planning & Community Develop.
PROJECT TITLE: Fort Pickering Restoration Phase 2
PROJECT LOCATION: Winter Island
CPA CATEGORY: Historic Resources: Rehabilitation/Restoration
CPC PRIORITY RANKING: High
CPC RECOMMENDED CPA FUNDING: $70,000
CPC RECOMMENDED SOURCE: $61,150 FY17 Budgeted Reserve
$8,850 FY17 Historic Reserve
CPC RECOMMENDED CONDITIONS: Existing CPA construction sign to remain
That CPA funding does not go toward the proposed
front entry sign
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
The Dept. of Planning and Community -
Development (DPCD) requested $120,000
in CPA funds to continue phased ,
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restoration of the historic fort, including '
repairs to magazines and masonry walls,
additional vegetation clearing and =r:
improvements/signage at the entrance.
In 2014, CPA funds were awarded to
initiate the phased restoration of Fort
Pickering. This first phase is nearing
completion and has successfully accomplished some important first steps: an historic landscape
architect (KZLA)was hired to develop an action plan and acquire needed permits; under the plan, a
significant amount of clearing of invasive plants including phragmites along the wet ditch was
undertaken; an assessment of bird species and nesting sites was conducted to better understand
site habitat and prevent harm to wildlife; a stage and trailer were removed from the site; masonry
was assessed and construction plans drafted by a structural engineer. Magazine gates are being
replaced in Phase 1 as well. Finally, following the clearing, a state-of-the-art laser topographic
survey was conducted utilizing CPC funding and a grant from the MA Historic Commission. The
survey will provide a 2D survey with detailed identification of all surface elements, plus a 3D model
that may be adapted for a range of user-friendly interfaces.
Activities under Phase II will further the goals set by the Salem CPC of preserving open space and
of preserving and restoring a historic resource and recreational land. The Fort site is an excellent
open space/park resource, with walking paths, varied topography, ocean views and access, plus
habitat for turtles, small mammals, and about 20 species of birds. The site's rich history presents
excellent opportunities for interpretation. Phase II tasks will include masonry work on one rifle
gallery wall plus restoration of magazine entrances. Clearing of invasive phragmites, will continue
under Phase II, including application of herbicide. Notably, the entrance to the Fort will be vastly
improved. This will include formal entry signage, planting, and improvements or replacement of the
current gravel entry. Finally, as part of Phase II, plans for future phases, including a maintenance
plan, will be developed.
FINANCIAL:
Design/Engineering $ 10,500
Repairs to masonry wall and Magazine $ 50,000
Invasives Clearing / Herbiciding $ 20,000
Front Entry Sign & Improvements $ 20,000
Volunteer Supervisor/ Equipment $ 1,000
TOTAL REQUEST $ 101,500
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TIMELINE:
Salem CPC Funding Award July
Designer Selection Process July—August
Design & Permitting August— October
Construction Bid Process October— November
Construction November—June 20167
CPC RECOMMENDATION:
The Community Preservation Committee voted unanimously, with Boris and Veno not present, to
recommend funding this application at $70,000. The CPC voted to recommend $61,150 from FY17
Budgeted Reserve and $8,850 from FY17 Historic Reserve. The CPC's recommendation is subject
to the following recommended conditions:
• That the existing CPA construction sign be retained.
• That CPA funding does not go toward the proposed front entry sign.
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APPLICANT: City of Salem
PROJECT TITLE: Salem Willows Pavilions Preservation
PROJECT LOCATION: Salem Willows Park
CPA CATEGORY: Historic Resources: Preservation
CPC PRIORITY RANKING: High
CPC RECOMMENDED CPA FUNDING: $15,000
CPC RECOMMENDED SOURCE: $15,000 FY17 Budgeted Reserve
CPC RECOMMENDED CONDITIONS: CPA construction sign to be provided
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
The City of Salem requested $15,000 in
CPA funds for the renovation of three of 4
the five pavilions at Salem Willows Park.
The work includes replacement of wood
posts suffering from rot and deterioration.
Salem Willows is a park of approximately
35 acres on Salem Neck with frontage on
Beverly Harbor. The Park was originally
the site of a tuberculosis hospital that
included a formal alley of Willow trees said to have been planted in 1801. The area was indicated
on 19t" century maps as Hospital Point. The park includes beautiful trees, several areas of beach,
a long pier, band shell, restrooms and a strip of privately owned amusement concessions along its
southeast perimeter. There are also opportunities for residents and visitors to rent kayaks and
stand-up paddleboards, spend time at 2 beaches and enjoy the privately owned amusement
concessions along the perimeter of the park Salem Willows is a heavily used park by Salem
residents and people throughout the North Shore. It is home to large-scale events such as the
Salem Jazz and Soul Festival and Black Picnic, festivals, concerts and small-scale parties and
celebrations.
Salem Willows is also home to a total of five pavilions that residents and visitors utilize for shade, to
picnic and for passive recreational activities.. The dates of the pavilions, based on a Salem
Historic Preservation Maintenance Plan of Salem Willows Park completed in 1998 by Finch and
Rose, are probably ca. the 1890's to ca. 1920. All of the pavilions are similar in form and structure,
although one is considerably larger than the other four. Their original function remains the same —
to provide a sheltered and shaded place in the open air for people to rest and/or have picnics.
The basic components of the pavilions are the following:
• A poured concrete floor that also serves as the foundation,
• An open timber frame consisting of square posts, tied together with a horizontal rail
about three feet above the floor and a roof plate, and stiffened with diagonal braces
between the posts and the roof plate,
• A wood bench around the perimeter tied into the wood posts, and
• A hip roof framed with common rafters that overhang the roof plate.
While largely unavoidable, the current construction of the pavilions with the wood posts seated on
flat concrete platforms at grade makes deterioration of the bases a chronic problem.
FINANCIAL:
The funding request is based on a cost estimate provided by the Department of Public Services to
replace the rotted wood posts on three of the pavilions.
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TIMELINE:
Work is slated for summer 2016 completion.
CPC RECOMMENDATION:
The Community Preservation Committee voted unanimously, with Boris and Veno not present, to
recommend funding this application at $15,000. The CPC voted to recommend $15,000 from FY17
Budgeted Reserve. The CPC's recommendation is subject to the following recommended
conditions:
• That a CPA sign be installed (to be provided).
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APPLICANT: Salem Public Library
PROJECT TITLE: Salem Public Library Window Frames and Sills
PROJECT LOCATION: 370 Essex Street
CPA CATEGORY: Historic Resources: Preservation
CPC PRIORITY RANKING: High
CPC RECOMMENDED CPA FUNDING: $102,000
CPC RECOMMENDED SOURCE: $102,000 FY17 Budgeted Reserve
CPC RECOMMENDED CONDITIONS: Existing CPA construction sign to remain
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
The Salem Public Library has requested }
$102,000 in CPA funds to repair and
replace window sills, trim moldings and
frames due to extensive dry rot and - 4
continued deterioration which threatens ,
the building's weather envelop.
A cornerstone of the city, this example of
High Renaissance Italianate architecture =�
is located within Salem's McIntire Historic
District. A part of Salem's history, it was
built in 1855 as the home of ship captain
and philanthropist Captain John Bertram. `;,
Donated to the city by his heirs for use as
a public library Captain Bertram's home
was renovated and opened its doors in 1889. For more than 125 years it has served the city and
its citizens well as a busy public library open to all and will continue to serve for many years to
come.
Beyond the building's relevance to Salem's history and architecture the library is open to everyone.
It serves every age group from babies to senior citizens with books, movies, music, internet access,
study rooms and research materials. The Library supports the school and its curriculums, and runs
story times and other programs to promote early literacy. Programs and book groups are held for
every age group from babies to adults. The list goes on and on. Well used and open seven days a
week year round, the library is one of the busiest on the North Shore.
In 2012, deteriorating window frames were identified as a continuing problem with maintaining
building integrity and weather envelope. At that time the architect felt it would be about 5-6 years
before trim boards would start falling apart and 6-8 years before the stability of the aluminum sash
would be compromised.
In 2013 the Library submitted a Mass Historical Commission (MHC) grant application for the project
but due to limited funding a grant was not awarded. Since then two more immediate building
problems were identified. First, leaking from the rear roof over the Reference area which
immediately compromised the building's weather envelope had to be addressed. In 2014 the
Library received a CPA grant and the roof was replaced in early 2015. Then while preparing a
resubmittal of the MHC grant application for the windows project a survey of the building was done.
Dangerously cracking brownstone over the Children's courtyard was found. The courtyard was
immediately closed and funding to remediate this problem was sought. This spring work on the
brownstone along with other brickwork will begin with funding from MHC, CPA, the City and the
Trustees of the Library. So now it is time to once again address the windows before further
deterioration leads to water infiltration.
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The Library works hard to preserve and maintain the building with at least one project a year. Over
the last eight years the Library has replaced the original slate roof of the 1855 main building,
replaced three small flat roofs and the rear roof which houses the Library's HVAC system, replaced
and fixed all copper balustrades, replaced two cast iron roof drains, replaced a granite and brick
walkway, installed a granite retaining wall and repaired the front steps and concrete work on
corners of the building. The Library has also done work on the cast iron gate replacing finials,
keeping several extras and the finial mold for future repairs. The cast iron fence was painted in the
fall and the brownstone & brickwork project should begin in a matter of weeks. When all important
building issues have been addressed the Library hopes to restore the rare historic wrought iron
fountain on the Library grounds.
FINANCIAL:
The current estimate for the project is S102,000 with an additional estimate of $58,000 for
architectural work. The Trustees of the Library are committed to fund the estimated architectural
expenses of$58,000.
TIMELINE:
The current deterioration (dry rot) of the wood window frames and exterior trim moldings is allowing
water to penetrate behind the frames and into the masonry walls around the windows. This
condition will worsen over time as the dry rot continues to spread throughout the window frames.
The trapped moisture inside the wall will eventually damage the interior plaster finish and the
exterior brickwork. Any more delay in starting the repairs will result in an increased scope of work
and considerable additional cost.
Estimated Time Schedule:
Advertising and Bidding 5 weeks
Selecting and Contracting with winning bidder 2 weeks
Contractor Mobilization 2 weeks
Construction (3 units per wk.) 18 weeks
Punch Lists and Job Close Out 2 weeks
Total: 29 weeks
CPC RECOMMENDATION:
The Community Preservation Committee voted unanimously with Boris and Veno not present, to
recommend funding this application at $102,000. The CPC voted to recommend $102,000 from
FY17 Budgeted Reserve. The CPC's recommendation is subject to the following recommended
conditions:
• Existing CPA construction to remain installed.
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APPLICANT: City of Salem
PROJECT TITLE: Forest River Park Bathrooms
PROJECT LOCATION: Forest River Park
CPA CATEGORY: Recreational Land: Rehabilitation/Restoration
CPC PRIORITY RANKING: High
CPC RECOMMENDED CPA FUNDING: $85,000
CPC RECOMMENDED SOURCE: $30,631.52 Fund Balance
$54,368.48 FY17 Open Space/Recreation Reserve
CPC RECOMMENDED CONDITIONS: That a CPA sign be installed (to be provided)
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
The City of requested $85,000 in CPA ¢
funds for the Forest River Park bathrooms
to be completely renovated, including
improvements to toilet and sink fixtures,
make bathrooms handicapped accessible,
improve exterior and interior lighting, install
new bathroom partitions and fire alarm MEws
upgrades.
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Forest River Park is a beautiful, ocean front park
located in South Salem. Forest River is one of
the largest and most visited parks in the City
being home to two beaches, a little league
baseball diamond, basketball court, two
playgrounds and the city's only public pool. The
park is also home to historic Pioneer Village,
which was established in 1930 as one of the
country's first living history museums.
The Forest River Park bathrooms are located in close proximity to the main entrance, immediately
adjacent to the parking lot and caretaker's house. They are in need of significant investment. The
existing conditions are as follows:
• Bathroom toilet and sink fixtures do not meet code requirements.
• The bathrooms, both men's and women's, are not handicapped accessible.
• Interior and exterior lighting is inadequate.
• Toilet partitions are old and rusted.
• Both bathrooms overall condition are generally poor.
This project will renovate an existing facility, make it safer and aesthetically more attractive. The
renovation also seeks to address the building's accessibility, code and general condition
shortcomings. The improvements will include:
• New toilet fixtures including an accessible water closet in each toilet room (both men's
and women's).
• Wheelchair access from grade to both the men's and women's entry doors.
• New interior and exterior lighting.
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• New toilet partitions.
• Epoxy paint finish on all interior services.
• Toilet accessories.
• Fire alarm upgrades.
Once renovated, the bathrooms will better serve the many visitors and users of Forest River Park,
will make the bathroom building fully accessible and make the building safer for its users.
Letters of support were received from Steve Costello of 6 Plymouth Street, Ed Colbert, Raymond
Cruddas (Vice President of the Salem Little League), Mary Sholds of 47 Essex Street, David J.
Horgan (Softball Vice President of the Salem Little League), David Gauthier of 56 Valley Street,
Jennifer Feener (Salem High School Varsity Softball Head Coach), Michael Gemma (USN ret), and
Jesse and Lisa Tremblay, as well as a 45 signatory petition from Forest River Park neighborhood
residents.
FINANCIAL:
The funding request is based on a scope of work recommended by Gray Architects, Inc. Salem
Little League is enthusiastically supportive of the project and has expressed a willingness to assist
with the project, where and when it may make sense. They have also committed to contribute
$5,000 towards the project.
TIMELINE:
Tasks include architect selection, project design, construction bid process and construction.
Project completion will be approximately one year from award of project funding.
CPC RECOMMENDATION:
The Community Preservation Committee voted unanimously, with Boris and Veno not present, to
recommend funding this application at $85,000. The CPC voted to recommend $30,631.52 from
the Fund Balance and $54.368.48 from FY17 Open Space & Recreation Reserve. The CPC's
recommendation is subject to the following recommended conditions:
• That a CPA sign be installed (to be provided).
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APPLICANT: City of Salem
PROJECT TITLE: Ryan Brennan Memorial Skate Park Renovation
PROJECT LOCATION: Gallows Hill Park
CPA CATEGORY: Recreational Land: Rehabilitation/Restoration
CPC PRIORITY RANKING: High
CPC RECOMMENDED CPA FUNDING: $25,000
CPC RECOMMENDED SOURCE: $5,131.52 FY17 Open Space & Recreation Reserve
$19,868.48 FY17 Budgeted Reserve
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
The City of Salem requested $25,000 in
CPA funds to begin the design phase for -
the Ryan Brennan Memorial Skate Park,
which is in need of complete replacement
and is close to unusable for skaters. The
City will work with a group of stakeholders
along with a consultant to help guide the V
process to construct a new skate park.
The existing skate park is located at
Gallows Hill Park along with an open field,
basketball court, swings, a baseball and
softball field, and playground. Mansell
Park is adjacent to lower Gallows Hill Park
which also includes amenities— basketball court and an open field used for soccer.
At Gallows Hill Park the skate park, known as the Ryan Brennan Memorial Skate Park, is named
after a Salem student who tragically passed away after being struck by a car while on a
skateboard. The current skate park was installed almost 20 years ago, is beyond its useful life and
is in need of repair and updating. Many of the elements at the skate park are difficult or impossible
for skaters to use due to the wear and tear caused over the years.
Current conditions at the skate park are as follows:
• Graffiti adorns much of the park
• Major gaps in the concrete structures make it difficult to safely skate
• Cracks in existing concrete structures make it difficult to safely skate
• Asphalt is in need of replacement
• Even if in good condition, the skate park doesn't"flow"well for skaters
This project would aim to address these issues by hiring a design team to lead a working group of
stakeholders. The City has started forming a committee, which includes the support of the Ward 4
City Councillor David Eppley, the Ward 4 Neighborhood Association, the Brennan family and local
skate board advocate Devin Grant. A Salem high school student has also expressed interest in
getting involved and we also intend to include neighbors in the planning process.
Goals of the project are to transform an underutilized skate park into a resource for the entire City.
A new, state-of-the-art skate park will serve a population that isn't being adequately served right
now. Investing in a well-constructed and well-designed skate park will not only make the skate park
a safer place to skateboard and/or scooter but also will help make the park more of a destination
for people and families of all ages.
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FINANCIAL:
The funding request is based on discussions with multiple vendors that provide design services
specific for skate parks.
Part of the design process will include developing a plan to identify grant funding sources and
fundraising opportunities to support the construction project, once fully designed.
TIMELINE:
Receipt of Project Funding May/June 2016
Designer Selection July—August 2016
Project Design September 2016— November 2016
Project Completion December 2016
CPC RECOMMENDATION:
The Community Preservation Committee voted unanimously, with Boris and Veno not present, to
recommend funding this application at $25,000 with $5,131.52 from FY17 Open Space &
Recreation Reserve and $19,868.48 from FY17 Budgeted Reserve.
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APPLICANT: City of Salem
PROJECT TITLE: Forest River Pool Conditions Assessment
PROJECT LOCATION: Forest River Park
CPA CATEGORY: Recreational land: Rehabilitation/Restoration
CPC PRIORITY RANKING: High
CPC RECOMMENDED CPA FUNDING: $20,000
CPC RECOMMENDED SOURCE: $20,000 FY17 Budgeted Reserve
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
The City of Salem requested $20,000 in
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CPA funds to prepare an evaluation of the
Forest River Poo; and its adjacent `
infrastructure to determine the extent and
cost of repairs and renovations, which will
include recommended capital
improvements and a plan to prioritize and
implement them.
Forest River Park is a beautiful, ocean
Front park located in South Salem. The _ t.
Park is one of the largest and most visited
parks in the City being home to two ,
beaches, a little league baseball diamond,
basketball court, two playgrounds and the A.;
city's only public pool. The park is also
home to historic Pioneer Village, which
was established in 1930 as one of the r "'
country's first living history museums.
Forest River Pool is heavily used by
neighborhood families, children and ' .
summer camp participants. At present, the
Salem YMCA manages the operation at `
the pool providing lifeguards, swimming .i
lessons, and other fun-filled, family e..
activities and events. As it currently '
operates, the Forest River Pool is an important resource for the community. The pool is open for
use to all Salem residents during the summer months with purchase of a $5 season pass. There
are summer camps offered by the Salem YMCA, the City and the Greater Salem Boys and Girls
Club that utilize the pool. Many families throughout the City, especially in South Salem and the
Point Neighborhood, take advantage of the pool during the hot, summer months.
Forest River Pool is in need of significant investment and repair. The pool infrastructure, equipment
and systems are all in need of updating. This evaluation will identify these issues and look at the
extent of improvements needed comprehensively. Ultimately, this will provide a much-needed
blueprint for work required at the Forest River Pool. It will examine the costs of the improvements
and will include a plan to prioritize and implement the improvements. The evaluation will include,
but will not be limited to, the following:
• Review the overall condition of the pool and its adjacent infrastructure.
• Inspection of mechanical components and equipment.
• Catalog the current condition of all equipment, buildings and infrastructure and
document code compliance, condition and structural integrity.
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FINANCIAL:
The funding request is based on a proposal received by Weston and Sampson
TIMELINE:
Receipt of Project Funding May/June 2016
Evaluation June 2016— September 2016
Final Report October 2016
CPC RECOMMENDATION:
The Community Preservation Committee voted unanimously, with Boris and Veno not present, to
recommend funding this application at $20,000. The CPC voted to recommend $20,000 from FY17
Budgeted Reserve.
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APPLICANT: City of Salem
PROJECT TITLE: Mack Park Bathrooms
PROJECT LOCATION: Mack Park
CPA CATEGORY: Recreational land: Rehabilitation/Restoration
CPC PRIORITY RANKING: High
CPC RECOMMENDED CPA FUNDING: $50,000
CPC RECOMMENDED SOURCE: $50,000 Fund Balance
CPC RECOMMENDED CONDITIONS: That a CPA sign be installed (to be provided)
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
The City of Salem requested $50,000 in CPA
funds for the renovation of the Mack Park
bathrooms including improvements to toilet and
sink fixtures, handicapped access, exterior and
interior lighting, new bathroom partitions and fire
alarm upgrades. w
Mack Park is located in the middle of Tremont
Street, Mason Street and Grove Streets in North
Salem. This is a popular neighborhood park with
a lot of activity. The park is home to a tot lot
playground, softball field and basketball court, as
well as a thriving community garden. Mack Park
is also used as a voting location for Ward 6
Precinct 2. At the end of last year, the City found
caretakers to live in the Park's caretakers'
house. They are doing a terrific job of
maintaining the park and are beginning to make improvements to the house itself.
Mack Park's old, outdated bathrooms have been closed for the last 10 years. The existing building
is in such poor condition it is not feasible to renovate and needs to be replaced. The work requires
demolition of the existing building and construction of a new restroom facility on a similar footprint.
Architectural drawings have been created by the City's Building Department. The project will
replace a building in poor condition, making it safer and aesthetically more attractive. It will also
make the bathroom fully accessible for all who want to use it.
FINANCIAL:
The funding request is based on an estimate from the City's Building Department. Salem Little
League is enthusiastically supportive of the project and has expressed a willingness to assist with
the project. They have also committed to contribute $2,500 towards the project.
TIMELINE:
Receipt of Project Funding May/June 2016
Finalize Project Design and Specifications July 2016
Construction Bid Process August 2016—October 2016
Construction March 2017—August 2017
Project Completion September 2017
CPC RECOMMENDATION:
The Community Preservation Committee voted unanimously, with Boris and Veno not present, to
recommend funding this application at 150,000. The CPC voted to recommend 150,000 from the
Fund Balance. The CPC's recommendation is subject to the following recommended conditions:
• That a CPA sign be installed (to be provided).
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APPLICANT: Bentley Academy Charter School (School & PTO)
PROJECT TITLE: Bentley Academy Charter School Playground
PROJECT LOCATION: 25 Memorial Drive
CPA CATEGORY: Recreational land: Creation
CPC PRIORITY RANKING: High
CPC RECOMMENDED CPA FUNDING: $73,500
CPC RECOMMENDED SOURCE: $73,500 FY17 Budgeted Reserve
CPC RECOMMENDED CONDITIONS: That a CPA sign be installed (to be provided)
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
The Bentley Academy Charter School,
(BACS) along with the Bentley Academy
Charter School Parent Teacher 1
Association requested $95,487.14 in CPA
funds to create a developmentally age
appropriate and ADA accessible
playground on-site at Bentley Academy _ _ --
Charter School.
Bentley Academy Charter School is the
only Salem Public Schools elementary
school without access to a playground. ¢t
BACS proposes to build a playground and
shade shelter with tables on-site at BACS.
The playground proposed is ADA universally accessible, developmentally age appropriate and can
accommodate a range of capacities for children ages 5-12. Although BACS is next to the City of
Salem's Memorial Park, which has grassy fields and a modest playground on the Fort Avenue side,
regulations forbid BACS students from using this public recreational land. The goals for this
playground construction project are 1) to offer BACS students the vital benefits of the full range and
variety of outdoor play activities provided by a modern playground and 2) extend the use and
benefits of this new playground to those who use Memorial Park. The proposed playground is
within a short walking distance of neighbors: Collins Cove, the Salem Ferry, Derby Wharf and
Footprint Power.
At BACS, recess plays a critical role in the daily schedule and in the educational wellbeing of the
children. BACS students attend a rigorous, full-day program from 7:30am to 3:30pm during a 190-
day academic year. A proper playground should offer both fun and physical challenges that are on
par with the outstanding academic work and activities the children receive in BACS classrooms. In
addition, a prime outdoor space in the City of Salem such as Memorial Park needs a modern
playground and seating to reach its full potential to best serve the community.
The proposed playground measures 60ft by 100ft, approximately 2,446 square feet, in a right
triangle adjacent to the BACS school building, on the Szetela Lane side. The new playground
requires protective rubber surfacing over the 2,446 square feet. Playground features include an
ADA accessible fort structure, 4 slides, 2 climbing walls, 3 climbing "monkey bar"-style structures, a
ball catch basket, raised foot pads, and 2 balance beams. In addition, the playground area includes
a covered, 24ft by 16ft outdoor pavilion with 4 tables/benches that can be used as an outdoor
classroom as well as a seating area for community members who use the playing fields in Memorial
Park. Significantly, the playground equipment is arranged in a continuous loop so that BACS
Physical Educators may use the equipment for obstacle course, strength and balance exercises.
The push to construct the playground before next school year is driven by the desire to continue
the school's proven upward momentum in performance on all levels. In addition to improving the
educational, social and physical experiences of City of Salem children, the playground would be
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open to the public during clearly posted hours. BACS maintains excellent relationships with
community members that use the facilities after school, such as the YMCA after school programs,
and a new playground would benefit these programs and enhance these relationships as well.
The BACS leadership, Parent Teacher Association (PTA), faculty and students are unanimously in
favor of building a playground at BACS. There is high enthusiasm for this project within the broader
Salem community, indicating that support is strong and unwavering. Letters of support for this
playground project come from the following community leaders: Heather Famico, Ward 2
Councilor, City of Salem; Bob McCarthy, Ward 1 Councilor, City of Salem; Eileen Quinn, Senior
Vice President, Wells Fargo Capital Finance and BACS PTA Co-President; Rosario Ubiera-Minaya,
Chief Program Officer, North Shore Community Development Coalition and BACS parent; Justin
Vernon, BACS Head of School and BACS parent 2016-2017; Kris Wilson, Salem Public School
Committee and Trustee, BACS
FINANCIAL:
Item Description Model# Quantity Price/Unit Amount
Playground equipment: 2 deck structures, various various $46,403.00 $46,403.00
obstacle course, triple toss
Table: 8' rolled steel, 11 gauge punched steel, T8PERFPOLY 3 912.00 2,736.00
rolled edges, portable
Table:ADA 8' rolled steel, 6'seats 11 ga T8PERFHDCP- 1 877.00 877.00
punched steel, rolled, edges, portable POLY
Shelter Structure: 16'x24'All Steel hip end, Custom Shelter 1 10,595.31 10,595.31
4:12 pitch, T-6"eave
Post anchor bolt/base plate cover BP Covers 4 178.57 714.29
Poured in place rubber safety surfacing, 2 1/2" PIP 2446 sf 11.00 26,906.00
50/50 color/black, 2446 SF
On webcoat products Freight 1 699.54
Playground and shelter Freight 1 5,706.00
Saw cut asphalt keyway, unloading, pour site work donated by
concrete, recycling by city City crew
Supervised installation with all hand tools for SI donated by
volunteer use provided contractor
Subtotal $94,637.14
Stamped sealed drawings, if required by city Optional 1 850.00
Grand Total $95,487.14
TIMELINE:
Study & Design
Completed December 2015 by Dibble Parks
Permitting
1 week. No permits are required for the playground equipment. However, a building permit is
required in Massachusetts for the outdoor classroom shade shelter. We intend to have the
professional engineer seal donated and City permit fee waived.
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Construction
We expect construction to take 3 weeks as follows. The timeline could be as short as 10 days.
However, given our intent to use volunteer labor, we expect work to occur over the course of three
weekends.
1. City DPS crews saw cut and remove border section of asphalt pavement in preparation for
poured-in rubber surface = 1 DAY
2. City DPS forklift/crews unload equipment from trucks = 1 DAY
3. Volunteers assemble playground equipment, under supervision of Contractor and Certified
Playground Safety Inspector = 3 DAYS
4. Digging and cement footing for shelter posts = 1 DAY
5. Pouring cement foundation for shelter= 1 DAY
6. Volunteers help prep surface area for poured rubber= 1 DAY
7. Pour rubber surface area = 1 DAY
8. Volunteers assemble shade shelter, under supervision of Contractor and Certified Playground
Safety Inspector = 1 DAY
Week Mon Tues Weds Thurs Fri Sat Sun
DPS DPS crews Volunteers Volunteers
1 crews cut unload assemble assemble
asphalt equipment playground playground
equi pment equipment
Dig and Pour Volunteers Volunteers
cement cement finish prep
2 footing for slab for playground rubber
surface
shelter shelter equipment
area
Pour Volunteers
3 rubber assemble
surface shade
area shelter
Completion Date
We estimate that the project can be completed within one month of the award of CPA funds. Our
tentative plans are to begin construction the last week of June 2016, after the close of school for
the summer vacation, when there will be no children and staff on the school property. Thus,
estimated completion date is mid-July 2016, approximately six weeks prior to the start of the
school's 2016-2017 academic year.
CPC RECOMMENDATION:
The Community Preservation Committee voted unanimously, with Boris and Veno not present, to
recommend funding this application at $73,500. The CPC voted to recommend $73,500 from FY17
Budgeted Reserve. The CPC's recommendation is subject to the following recommended
conditions:
That a CPA sign be installed (to be provided).
Note: Any award is made solely to the School and the School manages the project.
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APPLICANT: City of Salem
PROJECT TITLE: Collins Cove Playground Renovation
PROJECT LOCATION: Collins Cove Playground, Collins Street
CPA CATEGORY: Recreational land: Rehabilitation/Restoration
CPC PRIORITY RANKING: Medium
CPC RECOMMENDED CPA FUNDING: $83,000
CPC RECOMMENDED SOURCE: $83,000 FY17 Budgeted Reserve
CPC RECOMMENDED CONDITIONS: That a CPA sign be installed (to be provided)
That CPA funds are used to complete the multi-
purpose court and not the new play structure, nor
tennis court demolition
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
The City of Salem requested $157,366 in
CPA funds to improve Collins Cove +'1
Playground by transforming the existing
basketball court into a multi-use street G` 1
hockey and basketball court, installing a `
new playground structure and demolishing h
the existing tennis court and fencing and
replacing it with grass.
Collins Cove Playground is a 'a.
neighborhood park that neighborhood
residents and families enjoy. It is also °+
well-utilized by other residents in the city
because of the beach and its beautiful '
setting along the waterfront. Collin Cove
Playground is home to a picnic pavilion,
softball field, beach, basketball and tennis courts, and a playground structure. The park is very
visible from the street and enjoys beautiful views of Collins Cove and Salem Neck.
The park is currently in a state of disrepair. The playground structure is one of the oldest in the
City, is well beyond its useful life and in need of an upgrade. The tennis court is virtually unusable
and the basketball court has problems with its surfacing and hoops. The water fountain located at
the park does not properly function. The proposed project includes:
• Demolition of tennis court and fencing, disposal of material and loam and seed area
• Installation of new playground structure
• Installation of new water fountain
• Upgrade the existing basketball court into a multi-use court for basketball, street
hockey and pickleball. Upgrade includes the installation of
- outdoor street hockey boards
- a modular athletic surfacing system and striping
- new basketball hoops
The project will serve the neighborhood and entire city and help to preserve property values in the
neighborhood. It will also serve a population of street hockey players that are currently not being
served adequately. At present, street hockey is played predominantly on run-down tennis courts
that are no longer in the condition to support tennis. Specifically, there is a large group of residents
that play street hockey at the old tennis court at Palmer Cove Park. This new, multi-purpose court
will support not only pick-up street hockey but also more structured street hockey leagues and
other programming that could be offered by our Parks, Recreation and Community Services
Department.
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FINANCIAL:
Item Cost
Demolition of tennis court and Removal of chain link fence $10,000
Playground structure $40,527
Multi-purpose court
Hockey Boards $43,770
Flooring $34,300
Basketball hoops $4,463
Water fountain w/ bottle filler and fountain $10,000
10% contingency $14,306
TOTAL $157,366
TIMELINE:
Receipt of Project Funding May/June 2016
Procurement of Equipment and Services July 2016— September 2016
Construction September 2016 — May 2017
Project Completion June 2017
CPC RECOMMENDATION:
The Community Preservation Committee voted unanimously, with Boris and Veno not present, to
recommend funding this application at $83,000. The CPC voted to recommend $83,000 from FY17
Budgeted Reserve. The CPC's recommendation is subject to the following recommended
conditions:
• That CPA funds are used to complete the multi-purpose court and not the new play
structure, nor tennis court demolition
• That a CPA sign be installed (to be provided).
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