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.  

Verteran's Day Holiday trash schedule delays 1 day to Wednesday, Thursday and Friday

The city of Salem will hold it's annual Veterans Day ceremony at Salem High School beginning at 11:00 AM. This event is free and open to the public. Due to the holiday trash and recycling pick up in the city of Salem will be a day late but Wednesday Thursday and Friday pick ups. If your trash is in barrels city regulations prohibit it being placed curb side any earlier than 6:00 PM on the night before your scheduled pick up. If your trash bags. It cannot be placed curb side until 6:00 AM on the morning of your pick up this delay in trash and recycling pick up will not affect regularly scheduled compost pick ups. If you have any questions please contact the city of Salem's trash and recycling department at 978-619-5673. 

Haunted Happenings & Halloween Survey for Salem Residents

From: Robert K McCarthy

Councillor Ward One

Subject: Haunted Happenings & Halloween Survey for Salem Residents

City of Salem

93 Washington Street

Salem, Massachusetts 01970

(978) 745-9595

www.salem.com

In order to help local officials plan, prepare, and set goals for October 2015, Salem residents are invited to complete a brief survey regarding their opinions of Haunted Happenings and Halloween 2014. The survey will be online at https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/HauntedHappenings2014 until noon on Friday, November 21.

City of Salem Announces November Street Sweeping Schedule

From: Robert K McCarthy

Councillor Ward One

Subject: City of Salem Announces November Street Sweeping Schedule

City of Salem Announces November Street Sweeping Schedule

Residents should plan to move cars from streets on designated days from Nov. 10 through Nov. 21

SALEM – Mayor Kimberley Driscoll today announced that fall street sweeping will begin on Monday, November 10^th and last until Friday, November 21^st. Residential neighborhood street sweeping will take place on both sides of the street on the same day. Each neighborhood route will be posted with temporary ‘No Parking/Tow Zone’ signs and parking will be prohibited between the hours of 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. 

“We have scheduled this last major city-wide street sweeping effort before the cold weather sets in,” said Mayor Driscoll.

“Resident cooperation is vital to the success of this program,” said John Tomasz, Director of Public Services. “In order for the sweepers to do the best job possible, I would like to ask all residents not to park their cars on the street during their designated sweeping day.”

Neighborhood streets are broken down into two zones. Streets in Zone One will be swept during the week of Monday, November 10^th through Saturday, November 15^th. Sweep days are usually the next day after the regularly scheduled trash day. To find a specific street sweeping date, locate what zone your street is in on the 2014 Residential Street Sweeping Schedule, and match it with the calendar. Monday sweep schedules are for the preceding Friday's trash day.  For example, if you live on Atlantic Street, which has a Friday trash pickup, you are located in Zone One and both sides of the street will be swept on Monday, November 11^th. 

Please note that due to the Tuesday, Veterans Day holiday, street sweeping scheduled for this week will be on a one day delay. For example, if you live in the Point neighborhood, your sweep day will be on Wednesday, November 12^th. If you reside in Common or Bridge St. neighborhood your sweep day will be on Thursday, November 13^th.

Zone Two will be swept from Monday, November 17^th through Friday, November 21^st.  However, please be aware that street sweeping will not take place on Wednesday, November 19^th.  The streets in this sweeping area will be swept at a later date to be announced.

Residents will be able to use entrance corridor streets (Boston St., Bridge St., Essex St. [from Boston St. to Washington St.], Lafayette St. [from Dow St. to Marblehead line], Loring Ave., and North St.) as alternative parking areas on the day of their neighborhood sweep. Once a neighborhood street is swept, residents will be able to move their vehicles back onto their street.  (Please remember that you must adhere to all current parking restrictions on these streets. ALL EXISTING PARKING REGULATIONS ON ANY OF THESE MAIN STREETS MUST BE ADHERED TO OR YOUR VEHICLE WILL BE TICKETED AND/OR TOWED. For example: If there is a parking meter located on any of the above areas, you must pay for parking and adhere to the meter time limits.  Another example: If a portion of the street is posted ‘Resident Sticker Only’, you cannot park there without a resident sticker or if ‘No Parking’ signs are posted on a street, you cannot park there.)

Also, please note that residents of the Point neighborhood, the Common Neighborhood, and the Derby Street neighborhood can park their vehicles in the South Harbor garage free of charge on their designated sweep day. Proof of residency is required.

Certain weather conditions prohibit the use of the street sweepers: during moderate to heavy rainfall and extreme cold temperatures sweepers will not be able to operate. Weather cancellations will be posted on www.salem.com. Residents should avoid piling leaves in the street, as the sweeper will go around large piles.

5 Year Consolidated Plan – Citizen Survey

From: Robert K McCarthy

Councillor Ward One

Subject: 5 Year Consolidated Plan – Citizen Survey

We need your input!

https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/salemconplan

Each year, the City of Salem receives federal funds that are used to undertake housing, community and economic development projects and programs that assist very low, low and moderate income families and neighborhoods. In order to receive these funds, the City must prepare a Consolidated Plan every five years, as well as annual Action Plans to implement the five year plan. Salem’s last Consolidated Plan was completed in 2010.

To develop a new Consolidated Plan and the annual Action Plan, the process involves gathering information from many sources to identify needs that exist in Salem. This includes seeking input from residents, businesses, social service organizations and civic groups. In addition to a series of neighborhood meetings, workshops, focus groups, and interviews, we are conducting this survey to allow residents of the City of Salem to give feedback on community development issues and provide input on goals and priorities.

The result of this research will be a comprehensive 5 year strategy for the use of Salem’s federal housing and community development funds. The annual Action Plan for Fiscal Year 2016 will put into action the goals and strategies established in the Consolidated Plan.

Please take the survey!