HDSNA January Supper Out

Hello HDSNA neighbors!

You're invited to the annual HDSNA January Supper Out on Mon., Jan. 12 at the Witch's Brew Cafe at 156 Derby Street(corner of Derby and Daniels). Social hour is from 6-7 pm and dinner is at 7 pm.

The cost is $25 per person and includes tax and tip. You will have a choice of soup or salad and a choice of:

• Salmon with a choice of fries, rice or mixed vegetables
• Stuffed sole with a choice of fries, rice or mixed vegetables
• Steak tips with a choice of fries, rice or mixed vegetables
• Chicken parmesan
• Ratatouille

Soft drinks and coffee/tea is included. A cash bar is available.

For reservations, please email or call Sharon Smith (smittykay@msn.com or 978-745-6082). Let her know the number of attendees and the dinner choices.

Please mail your payment Bill Sano, 35 Daniels Street, Salem, MA. (You can also drop your payment in person at Bill's house - just go into the gate and drop the envelope in his mail slot.) Checks should be made payable to HDSNA.

Please be sure to include your dinner choice on your check or payment envelope as well as letting Sharon know via email or phone.

The deadline for checks and reservations is Thurs., Jan. 8. (No late-comers will be allowed.) If you are mailing your check, be sure to mail it early so that Bill has it in hand by Thurs., Jan. 8.

Hope to see you there!

Salem Seeks Volunteers for Bertram Field Committee

From: Robert K McCarthy

Councillor Ward One

Salem Seeks Volunteers for Bertram Field Committee

Working group will help guide future improvements at City’s busiest athletic facility

Salem Mayor Kim Driscoll today announced that the City is seeking resident volunteers to apply to join a new working group she is convening to provide advice on future improvements at Bertram Field.

Bertram Field underwent a $2 million upgrade in 2013 and 2014, complete with a new turf field and striping, installation of a regulation length track, and more. The work was advanced through the advocacy of numerous community groups, including the Wicked Running Club, Salem youth sports groups, Salem High School sports and music boosters, and more. Current work underway at the busy field will upgrade the stadium lighting.

“This committee will help provide input on additional possible enhancements to Bertram,” said Mayor Driscoll. “These include making recommendations on key components of a plan that could include the team room, concession facilities, restrooms, and more. The group will also help advocate and privately fundraise to support the project. They will additionally be asked to work on developing management and maintenance plans for the facility’s on-going operation. Those could include rules, regulations, fees, and a new management structure.”

The Bertram Field Committee will include the Salem Public Schools superintendent or his designee, the Mayor or her designee, the superintendent of Parks and Recreation, the director of the Department of Public Services, the Salem High School athletic director, a member of the School Committee, a member of the City Council, and two residents of Salem, one appointed by the School Committee and one appointed by the Park and Recreation Commission.

Residents interested in applying for the appointment from the Salem School Committee should submit a letter or email of interest, with a resume, to eileensacco@salemk12.org. Those interested in applying for appointment by the Park and Recreation Commission should submit the same materials to kpartanen@salem.com. All applications must be submitted no later than noon on Wednesday, January 14.

CALL TO ARTISTS AND DESIGNERS

From: Robert K McCarthy

Councillor Ward One

CALL TO ARTISTS AND DESIGNERS – Request for Qualifications (RFQ)

Temporary public art installation in Salem, Massachusetts, Summer 2015

Budget $4200.00

Submission Deadline: January 16, 2015

The City of Salem and the Salem Main Streets Program seek qualifications from artists and designers interested in creating a three-month site-responsive public art installation in the heart of downtown Salem during the summer of 2015. The public art project will be a prominent feature in the kick-off of the Salem Arts Festival, an annual three-day celebration of all the arts that will begin June 5, 2015. Artists and designers working in any media, including light, are encouraged to submit qualifications.

Salem is a growing, culturally diverse city with a rich literary, architectural, maritime, and immigrant history, including its role in the 17th century Salem Witch Trials. In the 19th century, it was one of the most important seaports in the country. Today it is lively destination that draws people from around the world.

The site for the Salem Arts Festival public art project is the area surrounding Old Town Hall from Essex Street on the north side to New Derby Street on the south side. It includes a section of the Essex Street pedestrian mall, all of Derby Square, and Artists Row. Except for Front Street at the lower end, the site is a pedestrian-only zone. Retail shops, restaurants, businesses, and residences are located throughout the area. The architecture includes historic colonial buildings as well as newer structures. In addition, various landscape and hardscape features could be integrated with the public art project, such as bollards, steps, lamp posts, brickwork, and trees. Notable topography from the bottom of the plaza at Front Street to the top of the hill at Essex Street creates a dramatic space around Old Town Hall.

The Salem Arts Festival public art project is an opportunity to create a unique experience for the thousands of visitors and residents who enjoy downtown Salem in the summer. In addition to the Salem Arts Festival, several other festivals, as well as a weekly farmers’ market on Derby Square Plaza, mark the season and draw crowds to the City.

From this RFQ, three to five finalists will be invited to submit concept proposals. Each finalist or finalist team will be paid a $150 stipend. One proposal will be selected for installation. The selection committee is particularly interested in artists or designers who show promise of creating a project that:

• responds to the physical, historical, and/or social attributes of the site
• reflects high level of quality in design and fabrication
• offers the potential for community interaction
• unifies the series of public spaces within the overall site
• is durable and easily maintainable for three months in exterior conditions

The budget for the Salem Arts Festival public art project is $4,200.00

Timeline:

January 16, 2015 All electronic submissions due

January 30, 2015 Finalists selected

Mid February 2015 Finalists present concept proposals in person

February 27, 2015 Final selection announced

March-May 2015 Final development of project

End of May 2015 Installation

How To Submit:

Submissions should be emailed to Deborah Greel, Public Art Planner, City of Salem, dgreel@salem.com. If you do not receive a confirmation email within 24 hours, please re-send or call Deborah at 978-619-5681.

For more information, please contact Deborah Greel: dgreel@salem.com

Visit www.salemartsfestival.com for more information about the Salem Arts Festival.

City of Salem Offers Free Parking December 24 and 31

From: Robert K McCarthy
Councillor Ward One

City of Salem Offers Free Parking December 24 and 31

In order to encourage residents to shop local and support Salem’s small businesses this holiday season, Mayor Kim Driscoll has announced that parking in all City-owned locations in Salem will be free on Wednesday, December 24.

Then, on Wednesday December 31, metered spaces and City-owned surface lots will also be free after 4:00 p.m. and the Museum Place and South Harbor parking garages will be free after 7:00 p.m., in order to help encourage residents and visitors to come ring in the New Year in downtown Salem.

 “I hope everyone doing their last minute holiday shopping will keep our local small retailers and shops in mind,” said Mayor Driscoll. “To make it just a bit easier for all of you late shoppers, the City will not be charging for parking on December 24^th. Now you don’t have an excuse!”

The City of Salem and Salem Main Streets have also once again partnered to host “LAUNCH! New Year’s Eve Salem” at Old Town Hall in Derby Square from 4:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M. on New Year’s Eve night. This free and family-friendly party will include music by The Dejas, New Year’s Eve related activities and crafts for kids of all ages, and will end with an early countdown and balloon drop at 7:00 p.m.

Christmas Tree Bonfire - Jan. 9 - 6pm - Dead Horse Beach

From: Robert K McCarthy

Councillor Ward One

Subject: Christmas Tree Bonfire - Jan. 9 - 6pm - Dead Horse Beach

CITY OF SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS

Kimberley Driscoll

Mayor

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

December 18, 2014

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT:

Dominick Pangallo

Chief of Staff

Office of Mayor Kimberley Driscoll, City of Salem

(978) 619-5600 | dpangallo@salem.com

Join in the fun at Salem's 12^th Annual Christmas Tree Bonfire

Friday, January 9, 6:00 p.m., Dead Horse Beach

SALEM, MA –  Mayor Kim Driscoll and the City of Salem’s Park & Recreation Department will hold the City’s 12^th  annual Christmas tree bonfire at Dead Horse Beach on Memorial Drive on Friday, January 9, 2015 at 6:00 p.m., weather permitting.

“The Bonfire is one more great Salem tradition. I look forward to it every year,” said Mayor Driscoll.

Northside Carting trucks will be picking up trees curbside on the same day as your regularly scheduled trash day beginning January 5^th.  If you really want to make sure your tree is part of the bonfire, you can drop it off at the entrance to Dead Horse Beach after January 2^nd or bring it to the bonfire on the 9^th.  Please don't forget to remove all decorations and lights from your tree.

In case of inclement weather (rain/snow/wind) the bonfire will be held on Saturday evening January 10^th at 6:00 p.m.

Check www.salem.com for rescheduling information.

City-wide Christmas tree curbside collection will continue to take place January 12 -16, 2015.  Please leave your tree curbside on the same day as your regularly scheduled trash day and Northside Carting will pick up your tree.

Chanukah Menorah Lighting - 12/20 - 7pm

From: Robert K McCarthy

Councillor Ward One

Subject: Chanukah Menorah Lighting - 12/20 - 7pm

Chanukah Menorah Lighting

Lappin Park

Saturday, December 20, 2014

7:00 p.m.

Please join Mayor Driscoll and Rabbi Yossi Lipsker from Chabad of the North Shore to light the Chanukah Menorah at Lappin Park (corner of Essex and Washington Streets) at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 20^th.  Traditional holiday latkes (potato pancakes) and sufganiyot (jelly doughnuts) will be served after the candle lighting.  

CPA Draft Community Preservation Plan Available for Comment

From:Robert K McCarthy

Councillor Ward One

Subject: CPA Draft Community Preservation Plan Available for Comment

CPA Draft Community Preservation Plan Available

Public comment can be submitted by January 6, 2015

The Community Preservation Committee (CPC) has released its Draft FY15 Community Preservation Plan and FY14 Annual Report. The Community Preservation Plan is used to guide the CPC’s decision-making when reviewing and recommending projects for Community Preservation Act (CPA) funding. 

The Plan includes an overview of the CPA in Salem, evaluation criteria, and a timeline. It also references several planning documents that have been vetted through public processes and summarizes some of the relevant needs, goals, and recommendations of those plans. Finally, the plan also serves as an annual report, summarizing the status of funded projects and including copies of the required State reports.

The CPC invites public comment on the draft plan through January 6, 2015. Following the receipt of comments, the Plan will be finalized and proposals for CPA funding will accepted. Comments should be submitted to:

Jane A. Guy

Assistant Community Development Director

Department of Planning & Community Development

120 Washington St., 3rd Floor

Salem, MA  01970

(F) 978-740-0404

jguy@salem.com

 The CPC uses a two-step application process for reviewing funding proposals, beginning with an Eligibility Application. This application enables applicants to know if their project is eligible under CPA regulations prior to submitting the more comprehensive Funding Application. Eligibility Applications may be submitted to the CPC at any time. However, in order to be considered for the FY15 funding round, applicants are encouraged to submit their Eligibility Applications no later than February 6, 2015. For projects that are determined eligible, applicants will then be invited to submit a Funding Application. The CPC’s tentative deadline for the receipt of Funding Applications is March 20, 2015. The goal of the CPC is to review proposals and submit funding recommendations to the City Council in May 2015. 

CPC Chair Helen Sides stated, "This first year of CPA has been exciting, and I am pleased with the extremely positive feedback the CPC has received regarding the projects that were selected for funding. I look forward to beginning the next round of CPA funding, which starts with this release of the Draft FY15 Community Preservation Plan and FY14 Annual Report.”

 “The CPC has done a terrific job of developing the materials and process needed to create Salem’s CPA program. The projects vetted by the CPC and approved by the City Council for funding during the first round exceeded everyone’s expectations and I’m very much looking forward to what the FY15 round will bring,” said Salem Mayor Kim Driscoll.

The CPA was adopted by Salem voters in November, 2012. It established a local dedicated fund for the purpose of undertaking open space, historic preservation, outdoor recreation and community housing projects. It is financed by a voter-approved property tax surcharge along with annual matching funds from the statewide CPA Trust Fund. The CPC is composed of representatives from the City’s Conservation Commission, Historical Commission, Planning Board, Park & Recreation Commission, and Salem Housing Authority, along with appointees from the Mayor and the City Council.

The Draft FY15 Community Preservation Plan and FY14 Annual Report and additional information can be found at http://www.salem.com/Pages/SalemMA_CPC/index.

Community Benefits Agreement (CBA)

As you may be aware, the City and Footprint have reached agreement on a Payment in Lieu in Taxes (PILOT) agreement and a Community Benefits Agreement (CBA) in connection with the proposed new power plant facility. A draft of the CBA that the Council will be discussing and hopefully voting on at their meeting tonight at 7:00 pm was published in the Salem News today. A copy of the draft is linked below. This is technically a draft, but the key terms are set at this point. Footprint will be providing an update on the overall project and the Council will be providing a breakdown of the terms and conditions related to the PILOT and CBA at tonight's City Council meeting at 7:00 pm

CBA Draft (PDF)

Salem Main Streets Holiday Stroll - Tomorrow, Saturday, December 13th

From: Robert K McCarthy

Councillor Ward One

Salem Main Streets Holiday Stroll

Salem Main Streets is introducing a Holiday Stroll tomorrow, Saturday, Dec. 13^th to encourage residents to shop local and enjoy their downtown during the holiday season.  Over 40 downtown retailers have committed to staying open until 8 pm on the 13th, and most will be offering special holiday discounts, promotions, and yummy refreshments all day. Don’t miss the Pickering Wharf businesses’ Winter Walk of the Wharf, including a stroll with Santa from 1 pm to 4 pm.

Boy Scout Troop 83 will be running a gift-wrapping station on Derby Square throughout the day, and will be joined by Troop 24, who will be selling wreaths in part to benefit the restoration of the Arch on Salem Common.

Don’t forget to vote on your favorite holiday windows during the Stroll!

Participating Businesses

Angel’s Landing – 192 Essex St.

Boston Bead Company – 10 Front St.

Coon’s Card & Gift Shop – 226 Essex St.

The Coven’s Cottage – 190 Essex St.

Crafters Market Candles & Gifts – 82 Wharf St.

Day of the Dog – 63B Wharf St.

Delande Lighting – 22 New Derby St.

Edward John Home Décor – 100 Wharf St.

Glass and Etc. – Museum Place Mall

The Happy Sunflower – 78 Wharf St.

Hedrington’s – 61 Wharf St.

The House of Seven Gables Museum Store – 115 Derby St.

J. Mode – 17 Front St.

Joe’s Fresh Fish Prints and Tomo’s Tackle – 104 Wharf St.

Kensington-Stobart Gallery – 18 Washington Square W

The Marble Faun Books and Gifts – 131-1 Essex St.

Melita Fiore – 83 Washington St.

Modern Millie Vintage & Consignments – 3 Central St.

Mud Puddle Toys – 221 Essex St.

New England Dog Biscuit Company – 7 Central St.

Ocean Chic Boutique – 96 Wharf St.

Penelope’s Pet Boutique – 99 Washington St.

Pyramid Books – 214 Derby St.

Re-Find – 72 Washington St.

Re-Find for Men – 244 Essex St.

Remember Salem – 127 Essex St.

RJ Coins & Jewelry – 68 Wharf St.

Roost & Company – 40 Front St.

Salem Spice – 75 Wharf St

Salem’s Vintage Photography – 172 Essex St.

Salemdipity – 86 Wharf St.

Seed Stitch Fine Yarn – 21 Front St.

Treasures Over Time – 139 Washington St

Trolley Depot – 191 Essex St.

The Urbane Cyclist – 144 Washington St.

Wicked Good Books – 215 Essex St.

Witch City Thrift & Consignment Shop – 301 Essex St.

Witch Tees – 173 Essex St.

Witch Tees – Museum Place Mall

Wynott’s Wands – 127 Essex St

Ye Olde Pepper Companie – 122 Derby St.

City of Salem Launches Snow Emergency Central Webpage & Call for Shovelers

From: Robert K McCarthy

Councillor Ward One

City of Salem Launches Snow Emergency Central Webpage & Call for Shovelers

The City of Salem has once again launched the Snow Emergency Central webpage on Salem.com – a comprehensive online directory for information related to snow emergencies and winter storms in Salem.

The webpage (http://www.salem.com/Pages/snow/index) can be accessed directly by clicking on the Snow Emergency Central icon located in the upper right hand corner of the Salem.com homepage.

Snow Emergency Central provides information on the following snow emergency and winter storm related resources:

• Current Snow Emergency Details
• Snow Emergency CodeRed Alert System Sign-Ups
• List of Snow Emergency Parking Locations (full lot listing and interactive map)
• 2014-2015 Snow Emergency Downloadable Brochure
• Salem Snow Shoveling Assistance Program (for elderly, infirmed, or disabled residents)
• Salem Snow Shoveling Brigade
• SeeClickFix Winter Service Requests
• Snow Emergency Frequently Asked Questions
• Snow Rules and Regulations (for shoveling, plowing, and clearing of sidewalks, driveways, hydrants and catch basins)
• Winter Sand Acquisition

The City of Salem will also be working to try to clear snow from downtown crosswalks in a timely fashion this winter season. To that end, the City is seeking individuals interested in signing up for compensated work shoveling these critical pedestrian access points.

Those interested in signing up should visit the Salem Human Resources Office, 120 Washington Street, 4^th floor, and bring a photo ID. The office is open Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Thursdays from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Fridays from 8 a.m. to noon.

City ordinances require all private property owners to remove snow and ice from their own bordering sidewalks within six hours after the snow stops falling or the City’s blue snow emergency lights are turned off, whichever time is later. If the snow stops falling and the emergency lights are turned off in the nighttime, the snow must be removed by noon the following day. Failure to do can result in fines from $25 to $100. While the City makes every effort to clear its pedestrian ways as soon feasible after a storm, it is important for property owners to clear their own sidewalks, as well. This will help prevent children, the elderly, and the general public from having to walk in the street.

The City of Salem also offers a Snow Shoveling Assistance Program to help elderly and infirmed residents connect with available shovelers in their neighborhood. Details about the program are available at http://www.salem.com/Pages/SalemMA_DPW/snowprogram.

The City of Salem has once again launched the Snow Emergency Central webpage on Salem.com – a comprehensive online directory for information related to snow emergencies and winter storms in Salem.

A Cup for Kindness

From: Robert K McCarthy

Councillor Ward One

Subject: A Cup for Kindness

Greetings!

In this season of giving, bring a nonperishable food donation to the admissions desk between December 1 and 28 and receive a voucher for a complimentary cup of coffee, tea or hot chocolate from PEM's Atrium Café.

All donations benefit the Salem Food Pantry. Vouchers are valid through December 31, 2014.

Offered by PEM in partnership with the Hawthorne Hotel.

Claudia F. Chuber

Director, Community Affairs & Grants Management

PEABODY ESSEX MUSEUM

East India Square

Salem, MA  01970

978-542-1606

pem.org/constructionupdates

www.pem.org

claudia_chuber@pem.org

City of Salem Announces Annual Peas for Fees Ticket Amnesty Program

From: Robert K McCarthy

Councillor Ward One

City of Salem Announces Annual Peas for Fees Ticket Amnesty Program

The annual "Peas for Fees" ticket amnesty program will run from December 1-24 and allow for the waiver of late fees on parking violations in exchange for a donation of two canned goods and/or non-perishable items per ticket. All food will go to local Salem food pantries.

Please contact the City of Salem’s Collector’s Office at 978-619-5620 for more information.

Final Yard Waste Collection of 2014: December 1-5

From: Robert K McCarthy

Councillor Ward One

Final Yard Waste Collection of 2014: December 1-5

This is a message from the City of Salem’s Trash & Recycling Department regarding the final yard collection of 2014. 

On Monday, December 1st through Friday, December 5th, yard waste will be picked up curbside. Please place your leaves and grass clippings in brown paper yard waste bags or uncovered garbage cans curbside on the same day as your trash day.

Only the following items are accepted: 

Lawn clippings, leaves, brush, plants, and bundled branches that are no longer than four feet or wider than four inches; 

(Please Note: Yard Waste does not include tree stumps or logs) 

Remember, residents with proper identification can always drop off their yard waste at the Transfer Station located at 9 Swampscott Roadduring their normal business hours. Click Here for hours of operation.

The next yard waste pickup will not occur until April of 2015.  

If you have any questions, please contact the Trash and Recycling Department at 978-619-5673. 

Thank You.

En Español

Este es un mensaje de la ciudad de Salem, del departamento de Basura y Reciclaje informándoles que el 1 de Diciembre hasta el 5 de Diciembre, los desechos de patio van a ser recogidos en la acera. Por favor ponga sus hojas y recortes de pasto en fundas de papel que sean para desechos de patio, o en botes de basura sin tapas, y póngalos afuera en la acera el día que pasan los camiones de basura.  

Solamente se aceptarán los siguientes tipos de desechos: 

Recortes del césped y las hojas

Las ramas de los árboles, arbustos y plantas. Las ramas no deben medir más de cuatro pulgadas de ancho y cuatro  pies de largo, y deben ser atadas en bultos.

Los tocones o troncos de árboles no se aceptan como desechos de patio.

Les acordamos que residentes con identificación pueden dejar sus desechos de patios en la estación de transferencia en la 9 de la Swampscott Road en horario normal de la estación. Haga Clic aquí para obtener información sobre horario de operación.  

La próxima recogida de desechos va a coger lugar en Abril 2015. 

Si tiene algunas preguntas por favor contacte el departamento de basuras y reciclaje al 978-619-5673.

Gracias.

Washington Street Partial Road Closing Next Mon, Dec 1st

From: Robert K McCarthy

Councillor Ward One

Subject:Washington Street Partial Road Closing Next Mon, Dec 1st

Washington Street Partial Road Closing Next Mon, Dec 1st

Due to utility work, the southbound lane of Washington Street from Essex Street to Norman Street will be closed to through traffic on Monday, December 1^ststarting at around 10:00 p.m. until early Tuesday morning. Some traffic delays should be anticipated in this area until about 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday due to this work.

Request for Qualifications Temporary Public Art Installation in Salem, Summer '15

From: Robert K McCarthy

Councillor Ward One

Subject: Request for Qualifications Temporary Public Art Installation in Salem, Summer '15

CALL TO ARTISTS AND DESIGNERS – Request for Qualifications (RFQ)

Temporary public art installation in Salem, Massachusetts, Summer 2015

Salem, MA - The City of Salem and the Salem Main Streets Program seek qualifications from artists and designers interested in creating a three-month site-responsive public art installation in the heart of downtown Salem during the summer of 2015. The public art project will be a prominent feature in the kick-off of the Salem Arts Festival, an annual three-day celebration of all the arts that will begin June 5, 2015.  Artists and designers working in any media, including light, are encouraged to submit qualifications.

Salem is a growing, culturally diverse city with a rich literary, architectural, maritime, and immigrant history, including its role in the 17^th century Salem Witch Trials.  In the 19^th century, it was one of the most important seaports in the country.   Today it is lively destination that draws people from around the world.

The Salem Arts Festival public art project is an opportunity to create a unique experience for the thousands of visitors and residents who enjoy downtown Salem in the summer.  In addition to the Salem Arts Festival, several other festivals, as well as a weekly farmers$B!G(J market on Derby Square Plaza, mark the season and draw crowds to the City.

How To Submit:

Submissions should be emailed no later than December 19, 2014 to Deborah Greel, Public Art Planner, City of Salem, dgreel@salem.com.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT:  

Deborah Greel, Public Art Planner                                         

Department of Planning and Community Development

dgreel@salem.com                                                     

978-619-5681  

Shop Local and Park Free in Salem on November 29-30

From: Robert K McCarthy

Councillor Ward One

Happy Thanksgiving. 

Subject: Shop Local and Park Free in Salem on November 29-30

Shop Local and Park Free in Salem on November 29-30

Residents encouraged to Shop Local this holiday season

In an effort to encourage Salem residents to “Shop Local First” this holiday season, Mayor Kim Driscoll has announced that parking in Salem will be free on November 29th in both municipal garages and on Washington Street, Front Street, and Essex Street. On November 30^th all parking will be free, including at all meters, in both municipal garages, and in all municipal surface lots.

“These are some of the busiest shopping days of the year,” said Mayor Driscoll. “Hopefully, by taking this step we can help inspire more Salem residents to come downtown and discover all the great retail shopping opportunities available at our independent businesses and shops.”

Water Break in Willows Area

From: Robert K McCarthy

Councillor Ward One

Subject: Water Break in Willows Area

There has been a water break in the Willows area.  DPS crews are on-site and working diligently to repair this break. It is estimated that water service should be restored by this evening.  We apologize for this inconvenience.

As a result of this water break, you may experience no water service, low water pressure and/or water discoloration even after the pipe has been repaired.  This is not unusual.  If you experience brown water, do not turn on your hot water.  Let your cold water run until it is clear.  If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the DPS Garage at 978-744-3302.

Once again, we apologize for this inconvenience and thank you for your patience as we repair this water break.

Follow-up items from last week’s NIAC meeting

Salem Partnership Presentation on the Salem Public Schools

Please find updated documents attached from Patricia Zaido at the Salem Partnership on the Salem Public Schools program proposals. Additionally, Patricia is coped on this e-mail and can be reached by phone at (978) 741-8100 if you have any questions or would like her to attend your respective Neighborhood Association meetings.

Introduction to Open Systems Salem

Introduction to Open Systems Salem Spanish

Salem Teachers Cabinet One-Pager

Salem Teachers Cabinet One-Pager Spanish

SeeClickFix

Also attached is the SeeClickFix User Guide  – feel free to share this with your members. Residents can report issues online through Salem.com (direct link) or they can download the app on their smart phones by searching “SeeClickFix” in their app store.

*IMPORTANT NOTE:  The Salem Fire & Police Departments DO NOT respond to fire or law enforcement issues and/or emergencies that are reported through SeeClickFix. Please be sure to report any non-emergency issues requiring a fire or police response to the Salem Fire Dept non-emergency line at (978) 744-1235 or the Salem Police Dept non-emergency line at (978) 744-1212. As always, in the case of emergency, dial 911.

Grove Street Project Update

D'Allessandro Corp has received the contract. We anticipate construction to begin before the end of the calendar year.  Construction completion is September 30, 2015.

November Street Sweeping Program Suspended

Due to large quantities of leaves on the streets, poor weather conditions, and a number of mechanical problems with the contractor’s equipment, the City has suspended the Fall Street Sweeping Program. Regular sweeping operations will resume in the Spring, as usual. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience with this situation. If you have any questions or problems with a specific location, please contact the Department of Public Services at 978-744-3302.

Snow Shoveling Programs

Seniors/Disabled/Infirmed Residents: Salem residents who are 60 years of age or older, infirmed or disabled, who are looking for snow shoveling assistance can contact Sandy George at the Salem Council on Aging at 978-744-0924 or sgeorge@salem.com to be connected with available snow shovelers in their neighborhood. Through this program, residents will be provided with a list of available shovelers, be required to sign a waiver of liability, and have to negotiate payment with the shoveler on their own terms.

Salem Residents (younger than 60 y/o): Salem residents under the age of 60 who are looking for snow shoveling assistance can contact Ellen Talkowsky in the Salem Engineering Department at 978-619-5676 or etalkowsky@salem.com – snow@salem.com will also be activated later this winter for these requests upon our first snow emergency. Through this program, residents will be simply be provided with a list of available snow shovelers in their neighborhood.

City of Salem Shovel Brigade: Residents who are interested in applying for a job with the City’s Shovel Brigade can contact the Salem Department of Public Services at 978-744-3302. This brigade was established by the Mayor last winter to be deployed in high-volume pedestrian areas to help better clear public sidewalks and crosswalks in an effort to enhance pedestrian safety during the winter season. Any applicants will be required to go through the standard employee hiring process with the City’s Human Resources Department.

January NIAC Meeting

Our next NIAC meeting is set for Wednesday, January 14^th at 7:00pm in the 3^rd Floor Conference Room of the City Hall Annex Building at 120 Washington Street. Our special guests speakers will include our new State Representative Paul Tucker (tentative) and the new Community Outreach Director for the National Grid Cable Replacement Project, Darin Swimm (formerly of Congressman Tierney’s Office). The Mayor’s Office staff will also conduct a brief SeeClickFix tutorial, in addition to providing our standard City Updates.

Upcoming Events

(Holiday Happening Press Release)

Tomorrow, Saturday, November 22^nd

Salem Recycles Textile Drive

8:00 A.M. – 3:00 P.M.

Riley Plaza

Contact Julie Rose in the City’s Recycling Department for more info: jrose@salem.com

(See Flyer)

Sunday, November 23^rd

Celebration of Life for former NIAC member Jim Treadwell

2:00 P.M.

Salem Moose, 50 Grove Street

Contact RoseMary O’Connor with the MPNA for more info: rosemary444@verizon.net.

Friday, November 28^th

Annual Tree Lighting

6:15 P.M.

Lappin Park

Contact Kylie Sullivan at Salem Main Streets for more info: kylie@salemmainstreets.org

(See calendar) (See Press Release)

Sunday, November 30^th

Salem Common Tree Decorating

8:00 A.M.

Salem Common

Contact Jerry Smith with the SCNA for more info: jerry.d.smith@gsa.gov

Sunday, November 30^th

4^th Annual World AIDS Day Remembrance

6:00 P.M.

Bewtiched Statue at Lappin Park

Sponsored by the Salem No Place for Hate Committee with Remarks by Rev. Jeff Barz-Snell of the First Church in Salem, Unitarian

Contact me for more info: khoysradt@salem.com

(See Flyer)

Tuesday, December 2^nd

Salem No Place for Hate Committee Fundraiser

Public Meeting at 5:30 P.M., Fundraiser from 6:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M.

Flying Saucer Pizza Company

Free entry and free pizza! Many raffle prizes available.

Contact me for more info: khoysradt@salem.com

Download flyer

Friday, December 5^th

Santa’s Annual Arrival at the Hawthorne

6:00 P.M.

Hawthorne Hotel

Contact Kylie Sullivan at Salem Main Streets for more info: kylie@salemmainstreets.org

(See calendar)

Saturday, December 13^th

Salem Main Streets Holiday Stroll

Many Downtown retailers will stay open until 8:00 P.M. and offer special holiday discounts and promotions throughout the day.

Contact Kylie Sullivan at Salem Main Streets for more info: kylie@salemmainstreets.org

(See calendar)

Friday, December 20^th

Annual Menorah Lighting

7:00 P.M

Lappin Park

Contact Salem’s Special Events Coordinator Ellen Talkowsky more info: etalkowsky@salem.com

(See calendar)

Wednesday, December 31^st

Salem Main Streets New Year’s Eve LAUNCH

4:00 P.M. (early countdown at 7:00 P.M.)

Old Town Hall

Contact Kylie Sullivan at Salem Main Streets for more info: kylie@salemmainstreets.org

(See calendar)

Kristian Hoysradt
Director of Constituent Services & Special Projects

No Place for Hate Committee & LGBT Community Liaison
Office of Mayor Kimberley Driscoll
93 Washington Street, Room 2

Salem, Massachusetts 01970

Office: (978) 745-9595 x5600
Direct: (978) 619-5601
khoysradt@Salem.com

Salem.com/Mayor

HDSNA FOR THE HOLIDAYS

HDSNA FOR THE HOLIDAYS

Save the date for the annual Historic Derby Street Neighborhood Association holiday potluck dinner on Monday, December 8th at the home of Jim and Claire Bailey, 188 Derby Street (the corner of Hodges Court and Derby Street).  Everyone living in the Derby Street neighborhood is invited to come - the holiday dinner is a great way to meet your neighbors!

Sign-up to bring either an hors d'oeuvres, salad, side dish, main dish or dessert to share.  Our gracious hosts will provide a gigantic ham, but you are welcome to bring another main dish to share with your neighbors.

• Hors d’oeuvres will be served from 6:00 to 7:00 pm
• Dinner from 7:00 to 8:00 pm
• Dessert from 8:00 to 9:00 pm

You can come for all or part of the dinner Soft drinks will be provided and you can bring your own wine and/or beer (BYOB).

Call or send an email to Bill Sano at (978) 744-4787 or wcsano@verizon.net to sign up. Please call Bill anytime from November 30th to December 7th to let him know what food you will bring.  If you have to cancel, please contact Bill 12 hours in advance.

Mary Jane Lee Park Closed for Splash Pad Construction

From: Robert K McCarthy

Councillor Ward One

Subject: Mary Jane Lee Park Closed for Splash Pad Construction

Beginning today, Mary Jane Lee Park will be closed for the construction of a splash pad and associated improvements. The park will remain closed for the duration of construction, anticipated to be completed in early Spring This project is funded in part by an Our Common Backyards grant from the Commonwealth's Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs.

National Grid Meeting on Cable Project

From Robert K. McCarthy
Councillor Ward One

Yard Waste Pickup November 17th-21st

From: Robert K McCarthy

Councillor Ward One

 

Subject: Yard Waste Pickup November 17th-21st

This is a message from the City of Salem’s Trash & Recycling Department regarding yard waste pick-up. 

On Monday November 17th through Friday November 21st, yard waste will be picked up curbside. Please place your leaves and grass clippings in brown paper yard waste bags or uncovered garbage cans curbside on the same day as your trash day. Click Here for hours of operation.

Only the following items are accepted: 

Lawn clippings, leaves, brush, plants, and branches that are no longer than four feet or wider than four inches, and they must bundled; 

(Please Note: Yard Waste does not include tree stumps or logs) 

Remember, residents with proper identification can always drop off their yard waste at the Transfer Station on 9 Swampscott Roadduring their normal business hours. 

The final yard waste pick-up for 2014 will be held during the week of December 1, 2014. 

If you have any questions, please contact the Trash and Recycling Department at 978-619-5673. 

Thank you. 

En Español

Les informarnos que el 17 de Noviembre hasta el 21 de noviembre los desechos de patio van a ser recogidos en la acera. Por favor ponga sus hojas y recortes de pasto en fundas de papel que sean para desechos de patio, o en botes de basura sin tapas, y póngalos afuera en la acera el día que pasan los camiones de basura.  

Solamente se aceptarán los siguientes tipos de desechos: 

Recortes del césped y las hojas

Las ramas de los árboles, arbustos y plantas. Las ramas no deben medir más de cuatro pulgadas de ancho y cuatro  pies de largo, y deben ser atadas en bultos.

Los tocones o troncos de árboles no se aceptan como desechos de patio.

Les acordamos que residentes con identificación pueden dejar sus desechos de patios en la estación de transferencia en la 9 de la Swampscott Road en horario normal de la estación. 

La recolecta final de desechos de patio van a ser recogido en la semana del 1 de Diciembre 2014.

Si tiene algunas preguntas por favor contacte el departamento de basuras y reciclaje al 978-619-5673.

Gracias.l

Free Flu Vaccination at Salem High School on Sat, Nov 15th, 9a-12p

From: Robert K McCarthy

Councillor Ward One

Subject: Free Flu Vaccination at Salem High School on Sat, Nov 15th, 9a-12p

The Salem Board of Health will be hosting a walk-in flu vaccination clinic. The clinic is being held at the Salem High School, 77 Willson Street, from 9:00 am to 12:00 noon.

                

CONTACT:  Larry Ramdin, Health Agent

TOWN: City of Salem                             

TELEPHONE: 978-741-1800

• The clinics are open to Salem residents 12 years and older.  A very limited supply of Flu-mist nasal spray vaccine will be available
• Please dress so that your upper arm can be accessed for vaccination
• If you have health insurance please bring your  cards with you
• Vaccines will be provided to anyone requiring a vaccine whether you have insurance or not

Protect yourself from the seasonal flu GET VACCINATED

If you fall into any of the following categories, the Salem Board of Health strongly suggests you get your flu shot.

• Those with chronic illness, heart, lung, kidney, diabetes, cancer
• Those with compromised immune systems
• Those on aspirin therapy

People who are allergic to eggs might be at risk for allergic reactions from receiving any influenza vaccine and should consult with a doctor or other medical professional before considering any influenza vaccination.

Additional vaccination clinics will be held by appointment from, until vaccines are exhausted.

If you require further information, please contact Salem Public Health Nurse, Suzanne Doty, RN, BSN at 978- 619-5651 or sdoty@salem.com, for further assistance.

Salem Alert: Upcoming Becket Street Parking Restrictions

Salem Alert: Upcoming Becket Street Parking Restrictions

This is a message from the City of Salem.

Due to the construction of the Salem Wharf, no on-street parking will be allowed along Becket Street on Monday November 17th, Monday November 24th, and Monday December 1st, weather permitting. Please note that these dates are subject to change and your neighborhood will be notified accordingly.

Residents of Becket Street without off-street parking should plan to move their vehicles to the Blaney Street parking lot on the evening prior to these work dates to ensure access to their vehicles.

We apologize for the inconvenience this will cause and appreciate your patience as this project moves forward towards completion.

Thank You.

Kristian Hoysradt

Director of Constituent Services & Special Projects

No Place for Hate Committee & LGBT Community Liaison
Office of Mayor Kimberley Driscoll
93 Washington Street, Room 2

Salem, Massachusetts 01970

Office: (978) 745-9595 x5600
Direct: (978) 619-5601
khoysradt@Salem.com

Salem.com/Mayor

Fighter Jets Flying Over Salem Postponed until Thursday

From: Robert K McCarthy
Councillor Ward One

MEMA has notified the City of Salem that tomorrow, Wednesday, five F-15 fighter jets from Barnes Air National Guard Base will fly over areas of eastern and southeastern Massachusetts at low altitudes (between 1000’ and 5000’) as part of a pre-planned media event.  They are currently scheduled to fly over Salem at an altitude of approximately 1000' between 8:10am and 8:15am.

Follow up

From: Robert McCarthy

Councillor Ward One

MEMA has informed us that the flyover scheduled for today has been postponed to Thursday. The time remains unchanged (between 8:10 and 8:15).


From: Gene Labonte
Chief of Police
Salem State University 

Please be aware that the flight scheduled for tomorrow may now be postponed due to weather conditions, including dense fog, which would hinder low altitude flights. If the Air National Guard postpones the flight, it will be rescheduled for the same time on this Thursday.

Again, this is a planned event and the Massachusetts Air National Guard has coordinated these flights with the FAA.