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2013 SELECTMEN AGENDAS 2013
Staff
Responsibility
Estimated
Start time
future agendas
Policy on use of the AHTF
Review license and permit fees
Policy on Trust Fund Commissioners
Discuss driveway width issues.
Strout Avenue Master Plan - after Town Forest
planning work is done
Develop policy on affordable housing.
April 11, 2013 - Adopt an Island Kick off at
Senior Center
7:00 p.m.
April 22, 2013 - Annual Town Meeting
no meetings
Joint meeting with the School Committee
regarding purchase or sale of real estate for full
day kindergarten
Hechenbleikner,
Doherty
7:00
Proclamation
Arbor Day proclamation
Zager/Kinsella/
Keating
7:25
Proclamation
Telecommunications week
Cormier/Burns
7:30
Signing Library Construction application
documents
Urell
7:35
Request by Loiselle to amend tree replacement
planting requirement
Hechenbleikner
7:35
Review results of rubbish limits "barrel audit"
Zager/Kinsella
7:45
Presentation on mosquito control
Clay
7:55
Hearing
W /S /SWM Rates
Zager/LeLacheur
8:30
Follow -up with comment - Reading Post office
Hechenbleikner
8:50
Hearing
Amending Policy on Town Forest Committee
Hechenbleikner
9:00
LEAP presentation by MAPC
Wilson
9:15
Review draft amendments to Traffic Rules and
Regulations
Martel
9:30
Award bid - sale of Lothrop Road property
Hechenbleikner
9:45
Naming of a room in a Town facility
Hechenbleikner
April 25, 2013 - Annual Town Meeting
Ino meetings
April 29 2013 - Annual Town Meeting
no meetings
May 2, 2013 -Annual Town Meeting
no meetings
lay -'i1, 2013
Office Hour
James Bonazoli
6:30
Proclamation
Bicycle month
Delios
7:25
Proclamation
DPW appreciation week
Zager
7:30
Proclamation
EMS Week
Burns
7:35
Board of Selectmen liaison assignments
7:40
Discussion - street numbering.
Zambouras
Executive Session
Land Disposition - Causeway Road
Hechenbleikner
Hearing
Traffic Rules and Regulations
Martel
Consideration of All Way stop, Birch Meadow
Drive and Oakland Road.
Zambouras
Review of options re Marijuana
prohibition /restriction
Clay, McNamara
Appointment of RMLB member
Hechenbleikner
Curb cut waivers - St. Athansius
Zambouras
Review remote participation for public
meetings (per Open Meeting Law)
Hechenbleikner
9:45
May 21,'2013 ..
MAPC member update
Sadwick
Request for installation of shed at Morton Field
- ReadingBaseball Club
May 23, 2013 -PH Retirement dinner
no meetings
June 4, 2013
Office Hour
Dan Ensminger
6:30
Hearing
FY 2014 Compensation Plan
Roberts
Hearing
Amendment to Personnel Policies
Roberts
Review Goals
New Town
Manager
Jn 11t�' 2013
Town Accountant Quarterly meeting
Angstrom
Appointments of Boards, Committees,
Commissions
Office Hour Marsie West 6:30
Review Customer Service Survey results.
November 12, 2013 - Subsequent Town Meeting no meetings
November 14, 2013 - Subsequent Town Meeting no meetings
November 18, 2013 Subsequent Town Meeting no meetings
Office Hour
Ben Tafoya
6:30
Review final drainage studies
Zambouras
September 4 & 5 Rosh Hashanah - NO
MEETINGS
September 10, 2013
Office Hour
John Arena
6:30
CAB member update
Town Accountant Quarterly meeting
Close STM Warrant
Octob+r 2U13
Office Hour
James Bonazoli
6:30
Tax Classification preview
MAPC member update
5- Nov -13
Office Hour
Dan Ensminger
6:30
November 12, 2013 - Subsequent Town Meeting no meetings
November 14, 2013 - Subsequent Town Meeting no meetings
November 18, 2013 Subsequent Town Meeting no meetings
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Tax Classification hearing
Approve Liquor Licenses
Review Goals
December 11t; =iti3
Office Hour Marsie West 6:30
Approve licenses
Approve early openings /24 hour openings
Town Accountant Quarterly meeting
Town Manager Performance Evaluation,
establish FY 2015 salary
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FAX: (781) 942 -9071
Email: townmanager @ci.reading.ma.us TOWN MANAGER
Website: www. readingma.gov (781) 942 -9043
MEMORANDUM
TO: Board of Selectmen
FROM: Peter I. Hechenbleikner
DATE: April 18, 2013
RE: Agenda — April 23, 2013
The meeting will start at 7:00 -p.m. with a joint meeting with the School Committee
regarding the purchase or sale of real estate for full day kindergarten. We will then go
onto other items on the agenda in order.
3a, b) There are two proclamations — one for Arbor Day and one for telecommunications
week. There may be a representative in from the Rotary for the Arbor Day
proclamation because they assist our tree division with distribution of trees to
elementary school youngsters. There will probably be some representatives from
the Dispatchers as well as Police and Fire Department for Telecommunications
Week.
5a) Separate information will be sent to the Board of Selectmen regarding this matter.
We're still in the process of finalizing it.
5b) We have gotten together the construction application for the Library. There's a
spot on the last page for the Selectmen to sign and we'll have a draft motion for
you. This will start the reimbursement process from the State so that we will have
some working funds as we hire our Owners Project Manager and architect.
5c) See the attached' information from Mr. Loiselle who got approval from the Board
of Selectmen for approval of a shade tree and did in fact to remove the tree. - It
appears with the correspondence, particularly with the then Chairman of the
Board of Selectmen that there may have been some confusion as to planting of
trees, although the motion was very clear that it be in a species,. size and location
to be approved by the tree warden. The decision for the Board of Selectmen is
whether or not they want to require the purchase of two shade trees to be planted
at the Town's options or not. Mr. Loiselle has given me a check in the event that
would be the Board's decision.
5d) Jane Kinsella and Jeff Zager from the DPW will be in to quickly review with the
Board of Selectmen the barrel audit they have had done for the number of rubbish
barrels that are put out on a weekly basis by residence. The question for the
Board to consider is whether or not they want to establish a different limit,
probably two barrels.
5e) Public Health Administrator Ruth Clay and the Director of the Eastern Middlesex
Control Commission will be in to review with the Board our mosquito control
efforts, and how we manage major concerns about mosquitoes such as the West
Nile Virus and EEE.
5f) Staff will be in to present the proposed water and sewer rates for FY2014. This is
a public comment and it is helpful for the Board to approve the rates before Town
Meeting. It's also helpful to have the rates approved before residents are actually
using the water /sewer that they are being charged for.
5g) I have drafted a letter for the Board to consider sending to the Post Office. We'll
have several versions available at the meeting since it's important for the Board to
sign it on Tuesday night so that it can be submitted the next day. Additionally, we
did get a copy of the historical review. The copies are not terribly clear but they
should suffice. I did send the historical review to the Historical Commission as
soon as I received it.
5h) This is a public hearing on an amendment to the policy establishing the Town
Forest Committee, with the only change being to make it part of the Department
of Public Works rather than the Department of Community Services.
5i) Representatives of the MAPC will be in to talk about the LEAP Program. The
Town was successful in working with North Reading, Lynnfield, Wilmington and
the RMLD in securing a grant for the LEAP Program. The draft has been
reviewed by staff and this is the first of the public presentations on it.
5j) The Reading Police Department and specifically Safety Officer Justin Martel have
been working on updating the traffic and parking regulations for the Town of
Reading. Justin will make a brief presentation on the overall structure of the
regulations. The regulations as included in your packet do not represent any
substantive changes. It's just an easier way to organize them. Depending on
questions or comments from the Board of Selectmen this will be scheduled for a
public hearing for adoption in May.
5k) We have taken bids for the sale of the Lothrop Road property. The property was
appraised at $250,000. We received four bids and the high bid was $305,000. I
will ask the Board of Selectmen to award the bid and authorize me to sign all
documents related to this purchase.
5i) We have had a request from one of our Boards, Committees, Commissions to
name part of a facility (a room in a building) for a particular individual. They
would like this to be a surprise. Therefore, I am sending this memo out as a
separate flyer for the Board.
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READING FIRE DEPARTMENT
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To all Public Safety Dispatchers,
The Week of April 14 -20, 2013 is National Public Safety Telecommunicator's Week. In
recognition of this event, I would like to thank all the "Town of Reading's Public Safety
Dispatchers for their hard work, professionalism and dedication to the community throughout the
year.
All Public Safety Dispatchers for the Town of Reading are public safety professionals. When an
emergency occurs in Reading, the emergency response to those in need begins with you. Each
and every day you are relied upon to successfully interact with people in crisis and you do so in a
professional manner. As our first emergency contact you make a significant contribution in the
effort to address the emergency needs of the residents. Each and every day, the Firefighters
depend on you to answer the call, determine the response and provide ongoing support and
resources to an emergency scene. The Reading Fire Department recognizes and appreciates the
critical role you have in the Town of Reading's emergency response system.
It takes a very special person to be able to be a Public Safety Dispatcher. The level of expertise
involved in providing the public with a reliable, coordinated public safety response, originating
from the first phone call, to the dispatch of the appropriate personnel and providing ongoing
support to the emergency scene is truly remarkable.
On behalf of the Reading Fire Department, l would like to thank all of the Town of Reading's
Public Safety Dispatchers for their hard work and dedication to the community throughout the
year. Thank you for all you do!
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Massachusetts Public Library Construction Program
Agreement
The municipality agrees in writing to the following assurances 1 through 37, which were included in the
grant application and taken from the regulations for the Program 605 CMR 6.05 (2) (c) , and also based
on full municipal enforcement and compliance with federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations.
1. An assurance that new, remodeled or renovated library buildings shall be planned for a minimum
operational life of 20 years.
2. An assurance that the completed facility will continue to be used as a free public library for at
least 20 years. Prior approval from the Board shall be obtained if there is any change in
proportional use, or if the building is sold or reused for a non - public library function. In the event
that the building is not kept in continuous use as a free public library for 20 years, the city or
town shall return the amount of the grant award plus interest to the Board of Library
Commissioners within 30 days of the date the library building falls out of compliance with 605
CMR 6.05.
3. An assurance that the applicant shall make all full and good faith efforts to support the continued
participation and qualification of the library in programs established by or the successors to
M.G.L. c. 78, §§ 19A and 19B. Should the library fail to be certified by the Massachusetts Board
of Library Commissioners to receive State Aid to Public Libraries during the period in which the
Grant Agreement is in effect, until project completion and final payment, this shall be considered
a breach of the contract.
4. An assurance that when construction is complete, the applicant shall make all full and good faith
efforts ensure to that sufficient funds will be available for the effective operation and maintenance
of the facility, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local requirements and standards.
5. An assurance that a sign will be displayed on the construction site and a plaque will be placed in
the completed building stating. that State funds administered by the Massachusetts Board of
Library Commissioners have been or are being used for construction.
6. An assurance that the applicant and contractors shall not knowingly employ, compensate, or
arrange to compensate any employee of the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners
during the term of the project, unless such arrangement is permitted under the provisions of
M.G.L. c. 268A.
7. An assurance that the Board shall have the authority to review and approve plans, specifications,
bid documents, contract awards, payments and all documents of obligation or expenditure for the
project.
8. An assurance that if required, precontract and preconstruction conferences will be held with
representative(s) from the Board.
9. An assurance that the designer(s) of.an approved library project were selected using the.
Guidelines for Local Designer Selection Procedures as issued by the Designer Selection Board
under the provisions of M.G.L. c. 7, § 38K.
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10. An assurance that all design, construction; construction contracts and sub- contracts shall be in
conformity with all applicable provisions of state and local law, rules and regulations including,
but not limited to, M.G.L. c. 143, St. 1972, c. 802, St. 1984, c. 348 and 780 CMR. All
construction contracts shall be bid under M.G.L. c. 149, § 44A or M.G.L. c. 30, § 39M.
11. An assurance that the applicant shall be in compliance with, Executive Order 524 Establishing the
Massachusetts Supplier Diversity Program, which includes set aside provisions for Minority
Business Enterprises and Women -Owned Business Enterprises, and in compliance with M.G.L. c.
151B as amended. The applicant shall not discriminate in any manner because of gender, race,
color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, or handicap.
12. An assurance that the applicant will require that all construction contracts shall be in conformity
with applicable law and regulations related to minority hiring. Every state assisted contract for an
approved public library project including sub - contracts shall include the Commonwealth's
Supplemental Equal Opportunity / Anti - Discrimination and Affirmative Action Program as part of
the contract.
13. An assurance that the applicant shall comply with Executive Order 526 Regarding Non -
Discrimination, Diversity, Equal Opportunity, and Affirmative Action. The applicant shall
safeguard non - discrimination, diversity and equal opportunity in state funded workplaces,
decisions, programs, activities, services and contracts.
14. An assurance that the applicant is in compliance with Executive Order 215 with respect to the
community's housing policies and practices.
15. An assurance that the rules and procedures of the Massachusetts Emergency Finance Board will
be followed.
16. An as surance that the applicant shall submit the project to local, regional or state boards or
agencies for comment and/or approval as may be required by law or regulation.
17. An assurance that the applicant shall assist the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners in
complying with the Massachusetts Environmental Policy Act, M.G.L. c. 30, §§ 61 through 62H.
18. An assurance that the building will be designed according to 521 CMR: Architectural Access
. Board.
19. An assurance that life -cycle cost estimates of all technically feasible energy systems as defined in
St. 1976, c. 433, shall be considered during the design development design stage in order to
ensure that the energy system with the lowest life -cycle cost estimate will be identified in
accordance with the provisions of St. 1976, c. 433.
20. An assurance that the applicant shall closely monitor the cost effects of program and design .
decisions and materials and systems selections so that the facility can be constructed and operated
in a cost effective, sustainable and staff efficient manner considering the type of project and
structure.
21. An assurance that there shall be an evaluation of flood hazard so that the facility to be constructed
will be located insofar as practicable to preclude the exposure of said facility to potential flood
hazards.
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22. An assurance that the building shall be designed to minimize the effects of vandalism, weather
conditions and natural conditions and that materials and finishes shall be selected to minimize
operational costs and maintenance. This shall include provision for a fire -rated enclosure for any
exterior book or nonprint materials return that penetrates a wall of the building.
23. An assurance that the applicant will be responsible for supplying the Massachusetts Board of
Library Commissioners with the necessary documentation, information and drawings so that they
can comply with the steps outlined in M.G.L. c. 9, §§ 26 and 27C and 950 CMR 71.00. This shall
include an assurance from the municipality that the Massachusetts Historical Commission has
been afforded an opportunity to review and comment on projects listed or eligible for listing on
the State Register of Historic Places, as early as possible in the planning stages of the project.
This shall include a review for the proposed physically handicapped access plans compliance
with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation and 950 CMR 71.00.
Furthermore, applicants shall assist the Board in complying or shall comply with legal and
regulatory requirements of the Massachusetts Historical Commission.
24. An assurance that prior approval from the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners will be
obtained for significant budget, program or plan changes and revisions including deduct change
orders. Change orders of an emergency nature shall be excluded.
25. An assurance that the applicant will provide adequate supervision during the term of the project
including architectural supervision, value engineering and the retention of a qualified Clerk of the
Works and when required a Project Manager.that meets the qualifications promulgated by St.
2004, c. 193, entitled "An Act Further Regulating Public Construction In the Commonwealth"
signed into law July 19, 2004 and codified in M.G.L. c 149, §44A%.
26. An assurance that designated Agency staff shall be provided reasonable access to the project and
site considering site conditions and.with appropriate notification.
27. An assurance that monies from any department, unit, agency or board of the Commonwealth of
Massachusetts and U.S. Government shall not be used as part of the first 25% of local matching
funds.
28. An assurance that every good faith effort will be made to obtain sufficient funds beyond those
granted under this program for the non- matching and non - eligible shares of project costs.
29. An assurance that the Board shall not be held responsible for meeting any increased costs or
increasing the amount of the grant award beyond the provisional award.
30. An assurance that the project will be completed as described in the application and approved by
the Board. Any significant reductions in the project's program shall require prior approval.
31. An assurance that the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners, the Governor or his
designee, the Secretary of Administration and Finance, and the State Auditor or his designee shall
have the right, at reasonable times and upon reasonable notice, to examine the books, records and
other compilations of data of the recipient which pertain to the performance of the provisions and
requirements of this agreement. Upon request, the recipient shall furnish to the Board copies of
any such books, records and compilations. In all contracts or subcontracts entered into by the
recipient concerning the project, there shall be included a provision requiring similar access by
the Board to the contractor's or subcontractor's books, records and other compilations of data
Which pertain to the project (as per Executive Order 195 of April 27, 1981).
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32. An assurance that the applicant shall file required reports and the Massachusetts Board of Library
Commissioners shall be notified when the approved public library project is completed and a
certified reporting of expenditures by category, financial sources and other documentation shall
be supplied to the Board.
33. An assurance that all income received by the applicant from the Massachusetts Board of Library
Commissioners' grant funds shall be placed in an interest bearing account separate from other
applicant accounts. All grant funds including interest income must be expended for purposes
specified in the construction grant application. Purposes specifically excluded include
landscaping, paving, and associated costs of borrowing.
34. An assurance that the applicant will file a final evaluation form on the performance of contractors
on the project as required by the Division of Capital Asset Management (DCAM) upon
completion of the project.
35. An assurance that construction on the project will commence within one year of signing a grant
agreement with the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
36. An assurance that a copy of the As -built Drawings, in paper or electronic form, will be supplied
to the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners within 60 days subsequent to issuance of
Certificate of Occupancy.
37. An assurance that the project site will remain as described in the application and approved at the
time of award or waiting list placement. The Approved Site may only be changed with
Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners approval and only for circumstances unforeseen
and beyond the control of the applicant. In general, such approval would only be granted for
physical conditions that cannot. be remediated.
For the Grantee:
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April 2, 2013
Mr. Chris Loiselle
10 Parkview Road
Reading, MA 01867
Dear Mr. Loiselle:
In April 2012 the Board of Selectmen approved the removal of a shade in front of your
property and made a requirement that you plant two trees with the species and location to
be determined by the Tree Warden.
The Tree Warden informs me that you planted one tree that was not approved by him and
he has reminded you on more than one occasion of the requirement to plant two new
trees.
The purpose of this letter is to put you on notice that you need to either plant two
properly sized shade, trees on your property with the species and location to be
determined by the Tree Warden or in lieu of that the Town will accept a payment of $250
per tree to be used to plant trees elsewhere in the community.
Please reply to me by April 15, 2013 letting me know what your intent is.
Sincerely,
Peter I. Hechenbleikner
Town Manager
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Board of Selectmen Minutes — April 102012 — page 3
Proclamations /Certificates of Appreciation
Public Safety Telecommunications Week — Head Dispatcher Vicky Avery, Police Chief James
Cormier and Fire Chief Greg Bums were present.
A motion by Schubert seconded by Bonazoli to approve the proclamation for Public Safety
Telecommunications Week from April 8 — April 14, 2012 was approved by a vote of 5-0-0.
Discussion/Action Items
Follow -Up on Ballet School — The Town Manager noted that the applicant went out to the site
with staff— he had tried to meet with the applicant the following day but they were not available.
They will install four spaces onsite with stone dust — the Town needs the specs from the
applicant and the builder was in today applying for a permit.
Mr. Cecere indicated they are making good progress and the contractor is working with the
inspector — he needs the fire permit and record of variance. The architect is meeting next
Tuesday and they will be able to work inside while doing the outside work.
Stephen Goldy noted that a checklist is needed so there are no surprises at occupancy permit
time.
James Bonazoli asked if the new permitting system can do a checklist and Bob LeLacheur
indicated it could and we are ready to go live next week internally and it will go live public in
about two to three months. It was also noted that the computer won't reconcile differences
between two committees.
Hearing — Request for Removal of Shade Tree — 10 Parkview Road — The Secretary read the
hearing notice. Chris and Lisa Loiselle, owners of 10 Parkview Road, were present.
Mr. Loiselle indicated they are new residents and the Town has been very receptive to removing
branches, but numerous branches keep falling and it's a nuisance. One tree on the street was
removed for splitting and this tree is doing the same thing. This is a safety concern. He also
noted that he planted 14 evergreens on his property.
Tree Warden Bob Keating noted that the tree is a Norway Maple and it is an invasive species that
the Town doesn't plant anymore. He noted that all of the trees took .a beating in the October
snowstorm. He feels this tree is still sound and he is reluctant to take it down unless it is truly
hazardous. If he removes all the "potentially" hazardous trees there would be no trees left.
John Arena asked if this tree was diseased and Bob Keating noted that the canopy still has a lot
of buds, but these trees give off a lot of dead wood. There is no soft wood or rot.
Richard Schubert asked Mr. Loiselle if he plans on widening his driveway and Mr. Loiselle
indicated he does and he is willing to plant another tree either on his property or elsewhere. Bob
Keating indicated there is no public way for the Town to plant and he would not plant in that
location because it is too close to the street. Stephen Goldy asked if there was anyplace else to
Board of Selectmen. Minutes — April 10, 2012 — page-4
plant and Bob Keating noted it would have to be the right tree in the right location. The lower
flowering trees are less intrusive.
Richard Schubert noted that the trees on that street are all the same age and this is an opportunity
to work with the homeowner to get new trees.
A motion by Tafova seconded by Bonazoli to close the hearing for removal of a shade tree
at 10 Parkview Road was approved by a vote of 5 -0-0.
A motion by Bonazoli seconded by Arena to approve the removal of a shade tree at 10
Parkview Road, subiect to the condition that two trees be planted with the species and
location to be determined by the Tree Warden was approved by a vote of 5 -0-0.
Hearing — Boards Committees and Commissions and Sunset Clauses — The Secretary read the
hearing notice. The Town Manager reviewed the proposed changes. There are five Boards,
Committees and Commissions and some had sunset clauses and some didn't. The Human
Relations Advisory Committee did not have a sunset clause so that will be 2015. The Advisory
Committee on the Cities for Climate Protection Program is changing their name to Reading
Climate Advisory Committee and changing the sunset to 2015. The Trails Committee is
changing from 2013 to 2015. The Economic Development Committee and Fall Street Faire will
be 2015.
Richard.Schubert asked when members are reappointed if it will remain staggered or all expire in
2015. The Town Manager indicated it will continue to be staggered.
_A motion by Tafova seconded by Bonazoli that the Board of Selectmen close the hearing on
sunset clauses for Boards, Committees and Commissions was approved by a vote of 5 -0-0.
A_ motion by Tafova seconded by Bonazoli that the Board of Selectmen approve
amendments to the policies establishing the Human Relations Advisory Committee, the
_Reading Climate Advisory Committee.. the Economic Development Committee, the
Reading Trails Committee and the Fall Street Faire Committee with sunset clauses
expiring June 30, 2015 and changing the name of the Advisory Committee on the Cities for
Climate Protection Program to Reading Climate Advisory Committee as presented was
approved by a vote of 5-0-0.
Economic Development Committee Presentation of Downtown Improvements and Events Trust
Program for 2012 — Economic Development Committee members Sheila Clarke, Ben Yoder,
Michele Williams; Jack Russell, Karl Weld and Meaghan Young Tafoya were present.
Ben Yoder noted that this is the 5`h Anniversary of the Economic Development Committee.
They have implemented phase one of the wayfinding and branding strategy; established the
building fagade improvement program and implemented the streetscape improvement projects
including the baskets, banners and bows.
SG�<
Keating, Bob <bkeating @ci.reading.ma.us> Thu, Sep 27, 2012 at 9:01 AM
To: Christopher Loiselle < loiselle.christopher @gmail.com>
Cc: "Hechenbleikner, Peter" < phechenbleikner @ci.reading.ma.us>
Hi Chris: It looks like your driveway construction is complete. This is the best time of year
to plant. I would recommend you plant two Armstrong Red Maples. The are very narrow
growing so they won't hang over the house and have a nice fall color. We use them in the
Downtown area were the sidewalks are tight to the buildings. Their Latin name is Acer
rubrum Armstrong. Bob.
Robert L. Keating
Supervisor, Forestry, Parks, Cemeteries
Town of Reading
16 Lowell Street
Reading,. MA 01867
Tel: 781 - 942 -9086
Fax: 781 - 942 -5441
web www.readingma.gov
Please let us know how we are doing - fill out our brief customer service survey
at http: // readingma- survgy.virtualtownhall.net /survey /sid /de8bdaal6db9e6b4/
,,5'G
Gmail - Follow up: 10 Parkview Road
https:Hmail.google.com /mail /u/0 / ?ui= 2 &ik= df6450adab &view...
Gmd-ii Christopher Loiselle < loiselle.christopher @gmaii.com>
Follow up: 10 Parkview Road
1 message
Christopher Loiselle <Ioiseile.christopher@gmaii.com> Sat, Oct 6, 2012 at 5:33 PM
To: "Stephen A. Goldy" <sgoldy @sgoldy.com>
Hi Steve,
We wanted to follow up with you individually first to see if it was necessary to send an email to all selectman.
If so, please let us know and we'll be happy to do so.
Lisa and I have measured our front yard and are about to purchase our two trees for our property, in
replacement for the tree that was taken down by the city.
Our front lawn dimensions are 13 feet from our front deck to the town line and 22 feet wide before we hit our
neighbor's line. We don't want to overcrowd our small front lawn once the trees mature or prohibit our
neighbor's vision of the street when they are pulling out of their driveway.
With your permission, we would like to plant one in the front yard, placing the second tree in our backyard,
where we have plenty of room to enjoy the tree. This will allow us to beautify the landscape of our yard.
Please let me know your thoughtstadvice. We are not looking to make this an issue, simply looking for the
best option available.
Thank you again and hope you are enjoying your weekend.
Take care,
Chris and Lisa
On Thu, Apr 12, 2012 at 9:43 AM, Stephen A. Goldy <sgoldy @sgoldy.com> wrote:
Chris and Lisa,
It was nice to meet you Tuesday. Please let me know if you have any issues.
Thanks,
Steve
Stephen A. Goldy
SG?
1 of 2 413/13 5:18 PM
Gmail - Follow up: 10 Parkview Road
42 Berkeley Street, Reading
781 - 775 -5805 (mobile)
781 - 779 -1773 (home)
stevegoldy.com
https: / /mail.google.com /mail /u/0 / ?ui= 2 &ik= df6450adab &view...
From: Christopher Loiselle [ mailto: loiselle.christopher @gmaii.com]
Sent: Wednesday, April 11, 2012 10:07 PM
To: Goldy, Stephen home account
Subject: Thank you from 10 Parkview Road
Hi Stephen,
Thank you again for supporting us in our request to increase the safety of our residence.
All the best,
Chris and Lisa Loiselle
Christopher Loiselle
Portfolio: Linkedin : Resume: Twitter:
Mobile: 781.724.4990
Christopher Loiselle
Linkedin / Resume / Twitter / Stay Humble
Mobile: 781.724.4990
s<f e
2 of 2 4/3/13 5:18 PM
The barrel audit was done over a 2 -week period: (Nov 5 — Nov 9) and (Nov 12- Nov 16). Ed McGrath,
from the North Reading Recycling committee, and a driver were given the routes that the JRM driver
was taking on a particular day, and they drove ahead to do the barrel count.
No trash:
10.0%
1 Barrel:
55.4%
2 Barrels:
25.2%
3 Barrels:
6.3%
4 Barrels:
2.0%
>4 Barrels:
1.1%
A few issues could have negatively affected the results:
Ed was out at 6:00 am on some of the routes. Residents are not required to put their trash out until
6:30 am. This would account for some of the "no trash" results that were received. Also, residents tend
to know the schedule of the JRM trucks. If they don't generally arrive at their neighborhood until late
morning, residents may not have had their trash out as early as Ed drove by.
I sent Ed the list of streets along with house numbers, and identified the multi - families. However,
during the actual barrel count, Ed only counted the # of barrels /recycling bins in front of a house. He
didn't account for the possibility of it being a multi - family. Most of this was due to safety issues (starting
and stopping on busy roads to look at house numbers).
Reviewing the numbers as given, 90.6% of the households have 2 or fewer barrels. However, I went
through the data that Ed sent, and cross - referenced any >4 barrels locations with multi - family houses. I
added those figures to the 2 barrel count, and came up with 91.2% of households had 2 or fewer
barrels. The remaining 8.8% of the households had 3 or 4 barrels.
Since 91.2% of the households are at or below the target of 2 barrels, the only real reform would be to
move to 1 barrel with an overflow bag that residents would need to purchase. The transition to our
current trash limit was relatively seamless to the residents which I think played a part in the success of
the program. Although barrel reduction is feasible given the current data, we may want to look at it
only during the next contract implementation. For the amount of churn to the current process, the
impact on customer service, and the potential gain, my suggestion is to maintain our current program
and continue to increase our recycling opportunities. I believe that improving reuse and recycling
opportunities would have a greater positive impact than stricter barrel limits at this time. As always, we
will continue to update educational opportunities for residents. Ed noted several mums, pumpkins, etc
were left curbside. Promoting use of the compost center, as well as other recycling opportunities will be
included in future brochures and mailers.
s��
How Reading is Reducing Its
Waste!
Current "Contract T
• Mandatory Recycling
• Enforced Trash Limit: (4) 30 gallon barrels or (3) 45
gallon barrels
• Limit of one bulk item /week (free)
• Weekly Recycling collection
• (2) Paper Shredding events (Spring and Fall)
• (2) Rigid Plastics recycling events (Spring and Fall)
• (1) Scrap Metal Recycling Collection (Spring)
• Leaf and Yard Waste Collection (2 Spring, 3 Fall)
• TV and CRTs Pickup (curbside) — call JRM $10.00
• Appliance Pickup (curbside) —call JRM $20.00
Q`I*
Beyond the contract
• Permanent Styrofoam recycling drop -off
• Permanent electronics recycling drop-off
• Textile recycling /reuse event
• Book recycling /reuse event
• Paper Shredding event for town buildings
Solid Waste Tonnage
FY10
FY11
FY12
FY13
July
760.12
670.41
565.74
573.30
August
654.98
672.70
587.48
639.18
September
755.22
694.33
681.84
546.07
October
712.52
Z .71
547.06
576.58
November
712.06
572.28
647.82
660.16
December
783.42
609.74
581.48
613.77
January
628.57
503.58
589.00
579.61
February
537.55
496.83
499.13
452.46
March
808.34
553.25
530.92
499.97
April
747.39
586.78
551.60
May
644.36
567.82
586.48
June
794.13
670.48
656.28
�OTALS
8,538.66
7,233.91
7,024.83
5,141.10
&R = trash & recycling
Recycling Tonnage
FY10
FY11
FY12
FY13
T & R
RECYCLING
July
180.79
180.93
216.78
219.16
792.46
27.66%
August
167.18
171.46
217.00
230.62
869.80
26.51%
September
191.65
192.43
263.71
240.06
786.13
30.54%
October
184.20
215.59
233.77
234.51
811.09
28.91%
November
190.62
238.02
260.67
266.05
926.21
28.72%
December
206.01
292.16
318.73
301.79
915.56
32.96%
January
194.74
224.08
259.49
265.27
844.88
31.40%
February
153.81
191.83
231.96
189.83
642.29
29.56%
March
193.13
229.28
242.25
216.86
716.83
30.25%
April
190.99
230.33
234.81
May
182.07
217.19
256.80
June
208.85
260.98
257.9
2,244.04
2,644.28
2,993.87
2,164.15
7,305.25
29.61%
1
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FY10 - FY13 Solid Waste
o FY10
■FY11
500.00
400.00
O-
FY10 - FY13 Recycling
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■ FY11
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July August SeptemberOctober NovembeDecember January February March April May
June
Trash Barrel Audit Overview
• 2 -week period (Nov 5 -9 and Nov 12 -16)
• 91.7% of households use 2 or fewer barrels
• 6.3% of households use 3 or fewer barrels
• 2% of households use 4 or fewer barrels
Considerations
• Imposing a 2- barrel limit would have little
impact on trash tonnage
• Real change would require 1 barrel trash limit
with an overflow bag option
• Standardize barrel size (i.e. 30 - 45 gallon)
• Overflow bags for sale at local stores
• There was a seamless transition to current
program., next step may not be
a
Recommendations
• Maintain current trash barrel limit
— Customer Service
— Flexibility in our current program
— Focus on recycling (reduce tonnage /not barrels)
• Increase recycling opportunities to reduce
trash tonnage
• Expand educational initiatives
LEGAL NOTICE
TOWN OF READING
NOTICE OF PUBLIC
HEARING =
To the Inhabitants of the
Town of Reading:
Please take notice that the
Board of Selectmen of the Town
of Reading will hold public hear -
ingss on April 23, 2013 in the
Selectmen's Meeting Room, 16
Lowell . -Street, Reading.;
Massachusetts on:
- Setting Water, Sewer and
Storm Water Rates for FY2014
8:30 P.M.
-Amending Section 2.3.5 of
the Board of Selectmen`s Policy. ;
on the Town Forest*Committee.:
8:00 p.m. :•_
A copy of-the proposed dQa
uments regarding these topfps
are available in the' Town
Manager's office, 1'6-LoweU -
Street, Reading, MA, M -W-
Thurs from 7:30 a.m. - 6:30
p.m.,.Tues 1rom'7:30 a.m. -
7:00 p.m. and is attached to the
hearing notice on the website at
www.readingma.gov.
All interested parties aTe
invited to attend the hearing, or
may submit their comments aln -
writing .or by email prior to 6.�0
p.m. on April 23, 2013 to town-
manager@ci.reading.mams
By order of
Peter I.-Hechenbleikner
Town Manager
4/17
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TOWN OF READING
Water & Sewer Rate History
(price per 100 cubic feet)
FY2014 PRELIMINARY Water & Sewer Rate Calculation
CNnrHvn nafn W.+., Q-, TMA oL r:hannn
July 1, 1981
$1.50
$0.80
$2.30
n/a
July 1, 1985
$1.87
$1.43
$3.30
43.5°x6
July 1, 1986
$2.56
$2.251
$4.81
1
45.8%
July 1, 1987
$2.62
$2.35
$4.97
3.3%
July 1, 1988
$2.59
$2.79
$5.38
8.2%
August 1, 1989
$2.50
$3.09
$5.59
3.9%
August 1, 1990
$2.56
$2.96
$5.52
-1.3%
August 1, 1991
$2.29
$3.31
$5.60
1.4%
August 1, 1992
$1.52
$4.33
$5.85
4.5%
August 1, 1993
$1.68
$5.06
$6.74
15.2%
February 1, 1994
$2.13
$4.63
$6.76
0.3%
August 1, 1994
$2.33
$5.13
$7.46
10.4%
August 1, 1995
$2.39
$4.53
$6.92
February 1, 1996
$2.39
1 $3.84
1
$6.23
Composite, FY96
$2.39
$4.22
$8.61
1
-11.4%
August 1, 1996
$2.85
$3.97
$6.82
3.2%
August 1, 1997
$3.11
$5.11
$8.22
20.5%
August 1, 1998
$3.39
$4.98
$8.37
1.8%
August 1, 1999
$3.41
$5.30
$8.71
4.1%
August 1, 2000
$3.56
$5.47
$9.03
3.7%
August 1, 2001
$3.66
$5.15
$8.81
-2.4%
August 1, 2002
$3.75
$5.28
$9.03
2.5%
August 1, 2003
$4.25
$5.28
$9.53
5.5%
August 1, 2004
$4.66
$5.35
$10.01
5.0%
August 1, 2005
$4.78
$5.78
$10.56
5.5°x6
September 10, 2006
$5.59
$6.06
$11.65
10.3%
December 10, 2006
$6.36
$6.06
$12.42
6.6%
September 10, 2007
1 $6.90
$6.80
$13.70
10.3%
September 10, 2008
$7.65
$7.59
$15.24
11.2°x6
September 10, 2009
$7.73
$8.02
$15.75
3.3%
September 10, 2010
$8.03
$8.44
$16.47
4.6%
September 10, 2011
$8.27
$8.57
$16.84
2.2%
September 10, 2012
$8.96
$9.80
$18.76
11
September 10 2013
$9.17
$10.38
$19.55
4.276
2.3% 5.V%
r
4/18/2013
I L.V%u
10.0%
8.0%
6.0%
4.0%
2.0%
0.0%
Change in Annual Combined Water & Sewer Rates
2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 201,
Assumed Water Usage (No change; reduced one year ago by almost 8%
due to conservation efforts)
780,000
760,000
740,000
720,000
w 700,000
680,000
v 660,000
Z 640,000
620,000
600,000
580,000
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lY06 FY07 FY08 FY09 FY10 FY11 FY12 FY13 FY1x
FY14 W- S_Rate_Calc_Draft
Hist
TOWN OF READING
FY2014 PRELIMINARY Water & Sewer Rate Calculation
(price per 100 cubic feet)
Water Fund
Reserves Balance - January, 2013 $1,178,000
Target Balance 10% of Budget (minimum) $545,000
Available for pricing offsets $633,000
3 yrs
$211,000
$1,333,000
$577,000
$756,000
Sewer Fund
$252,000
5 yrs
$126,600
$5,815,815
$5,730,588
$151,200
$6,499,832
no reserves
use in 5 rs
use in 3 rs
no reserves
use in 5 rs
use in 3 rs
RESERVES USED: $0
($125,000)
($200,000)
$0
($150,000)
($250,000)
Required User Payments $5,242,917
$5,117,917
$5,042,917
$5,869,852
$5,719,852
$5,619,852
Allowance for 10% discount 0.88 $ 714,943
$ 697,898
$ 687,671
$ 800,434
$ 779,980
$ 766,343
and 2% lien to tax bills
Required Billing
$5,957,860
$5,815,815
$5,730,588
$6,670,286
$6,499,832
$6,386,195
User Billing Volume - 100 Cu Ft
650,000
650,000
650,000
635,000
635,000
635,000
Rate per 100 Cu Ft
$9.1659
$8.9474
$8.8163
$10.5044
$10.2360
$10.0570
USE -
$9.17
$8.95
$8.82
$10.51
$10.24
$10.06
Change
Water
Water
Water
Sewer
Sewer
Sewer
FY2011
$8.03
$8.03
$8.03 `'-
$8.44
$8.44
$8.44
FY2012
$8.27
$8.27
$8.27
$8.57
$8.57
$8.57
FY2013
$8.96
$8.96
$9.80
$9.80
$9.80 $75k reset
FY2014
$9.17
$8.95
$8.82
$10.51
$10.24
$10.06 $10.38
Change
2.34 °k
-0.11%
- 1.56% ;''
7.24%
4.49%
2.65% 5.87%
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April 18, 2013
Joseph J. Mulvey
Facilities Implementation
U.S. Postal Service
2 Congress Street, Room 8
Milford, MA 01757 -9998
Dear Mr. Mulvey:
The Board of Selectmen appreciates receiving various items of correspondence from the
U.S. Postal Service, and your presentation to the Board on April 9, 2013. It is critical that
factual information be given to the community because rumors have been swirling for
almost a year, about the "closing of the Reading Post Office." We also appreciate
receiving the information regarding historical covenants.
The Board of Selectmen is disappointed that only two weeks from the formal
presentation has been given to comment on this plan, but the Board of Selectmen is able
to submit the following comments and understands that there are appeal periods during
the process.
Given the April 24`h deadline from the U.S. Postal Service, the Board of Selectmen has
the following comments:
1. The Board of Selectmen is absolutely adamant that the retail portion of the U.S.
Postal Service remain in the downtown area of Reading. We will commit all
Town resources to assist the Postal Service in finding a suitable location if they
are not able to remain in the existing building.
2. The Board of Selectmen prefers that the remaining retail operation in Reading
remain in the existing building if that can be worked out with the potential buyer.
3. The parking supply at the Reading Post Office is a potential community asset that
should be preserved. Employee, customer and emerging residential parking in
.Sq l
our downtown area is a critical need, and the Board is concerned that this asset be
retained in any reuse of the Postal Service.
4. The Board of Selectmen prefers that the entire Postal Service use that exists
currently at the Reading Post Office remain at the Reading Post Office.
We look forward to working with the U.S. Postal Service and its brokers, consultants and
others in making sure that any transition of this site to alternative uses be consistent with
the Town's Master Plan and Zoning Plan for the downtown area of Reading.
Sincerely,
James Bonazoli, Chairman
Board of Selectmen
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i, UNITED STATES
Mpaiff POSTAL SERVICE
Notice of Public Meeting and Comment Period
for Proposed Relocation of Reading Post Office
The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) is proposing the relocation of the Reading Post Office,
located at 136 Haven Street, to a yet- to -be- determined location within Reading.
The Reading Post Office comprises roughly 17,000 square feet of interior space and houses
both a customer service, or retail services, post office and a delivery carrier operation. Retail
services are proposed to be relocated to right -sized space within Reading. The USPS also
plans to move the delivery carriers to underutilized space in a Woburn postal facility.
If relocation of the retail services is approved and suitable replacement space is located and
secured, the USPS anticipates selling the present building. The retail services that customers
receive now would be available at the new location in Reading. Mail delivery would continue
to residents and businesses, and there would be no interruption of services to the community
Public input on this proposed relocation is welcome. The USPS will present this proposal at
the April 9, 2013 Board of Selectmen's Meeting being held at the Town Hall located at 16
Lowell Street. The meeting starts at 7:00 pm.
Written comments are also being accepted through April 24, 2013. Comments must be in
writing, reference this post office by name or location, and be sent to the following address:
Joseph J. Mulvey
Facilities Implementation
U. S. Postal Service
2 Congress Street, Room 8
Milford, MA 01757 -9998
The reason behind this proposal is the realignment of the USPS infrastructure to a 40 percent
drop in total mail volume over the past five years, brought about by the diversion to electronic
communication and business transactions.
The USPS receives no tax dollars for its operations or facilities, and covers these costs solely
through the revenue received from the sale of its products and services.
The Postal Service is in a very serious financial situation. Every opportunity to reduce
expenses and generate revenue is being considered in order to maintain universal service to
our customers.
J, .3
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Thc Com!vionwcalth of Massachusetts
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United States Postal Sol vicc
Facilities Headquarters
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Dear \ts. Yanivil:
Thank you for }our submission regarding the ahcve reterenced pr rjeci. received No%ember 5. 2012. The staff
of the massachusctts historical Comillissioll {4111(') has reeicwed the mfitrnrrticm suhnuttett and hit% lite
tnllmviu� coullner!is.
I tie N1HC undrrst:ul(k that the U.S. Postal Service (LSl S) intents to %eil the pnTen) at 136 Men en 5t O.
hisloricall r 1,114m a its we 1400ta!L' NJ&" 1.?rau6 Post i)I1ice (RE A.236). '36). The 1\111(_' con mrc %vith �,+ur finding
!hat this prollcr!t us ineci ilic crilena at' eli~_tihihty kw listing in the Nati+mal Regimer of ttistorle
PiaCC,
I havc rrvi.vved the coYCn:utt I:rttguagc proposed lot- the protection. kit' (his property mid concur \stilt your
finding that. Leith the inclusion of' the covena)It, the sale of the pirapcn)' will have "no ad erne e lest" (3rs C IAZ
i)0.5(h)) on the Rcaclmg Main Branch Poo Office.
1' {nclosed please find the Preservation Cci»cnant Language which i have signed.
These Comments are altered to assist in comr.liance with fic•ction 1116 oldie National Ilisto tic Preservation Act
of 1066 t3h (I IT SRI Plcase to not hesitate tot contact Brancicc I._oughliu of lily stall, if You have an}
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PROTECTIVE COVENANT
Leading Main Office
In consideration of the conveyance of certain real property located at 136 haven Street in the
Town of Reading, in the County o.l' Middlesex, State of :Massachusetts and legally defined as in
the attached legal description.
(1) The grantee hereby covenants on behalf of itself: its heirs. successors and assigns at
all time to maintain and preserve this property in accordance: with the recommended
approaches of the "Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation and
Guidelines for Rehabilitating Historic Buildings" (National Park Service:, 1989) in.
order to preserve those qualities that make this property eligible for listing on the
National Register of l.listoric Places.
(2) No construction, alteration or rehabilitation shall be undertaken or permitted to be
undertaken that would affect the historic features of the exterior of the property
without consultation with and the express permission of the Massachusetts I listorical
Commission (MIIC) or a fully authorized representative thereof.
(3) The MIIC: shall be permitted at all reasonable times to inspect the property in order to
ascertain if the above conditions are being met. MFIC shall provide advance written
notification of its intent to inspect the property.
(4) In the event of a violation of this covenant, and in addition to any remedy now or
hereafter provided by lave. the M1-lC may, following reasonable notice to the grantee,
institute suit to enjoin said violation or to require the restoration of the property.
() This covenant is binding on the grantee, its heirs, successors and assigns in
perpetuity. All stipulations and covenants contained herein shall be inserted by the
grantee verbatim or by express reference in any deed or other legal instrument by
which the grantee divests itself of any interest in the property or any part thereof.
(6) The failure of the MI-IC: to exercise any right or remedy granted under this instrument
shall not have the effect of waiving or limiting the exercise of any other right or
remedy or use of'such right or remedy at any other time.
(7) This covenant shall be a binding servitude upon the property and shall be deemed to
run with the land. Execution of this covenant shall constitute conclusive evidence
that the grantee agrees to be bound by the foregoing conditions and restrictions and to
perfortn to obligations herein set forth.
(8) The M1IC may, for good cause, modify or cancel any or all of the foregoing
restrictions upon application of the grantee, its heirs. successors or assigns.
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Brona Simon
State Historic Preservation Officer
Massachusetts Historical Commission
( Date)
Dallan Wordekemper
Federal Preservation Officer
United States Postal Service
LEGAL NOTICE
TOWN OF READING
NOTICE OF PUBLIC ; -
HEARING
To the Inhabitants of the
Town of Reading:
Please take notice that the -
Board of Selectmen of the Town -
of Reading will hold public hear-
ings- on April 23, 2013 in the
Selectmen's Meeting Room, 16
Lowell -Street, Reading.;
Massachusetts on:
- Setting Water, Sewer and
Storin Water Rates for FY2014
8:30 p.m. ► _
*Amending Section 2.3.5 of
the Board of Selectmen's Policy
on the Town Forest,Committee.. -
9:00 P.M. ; •_ ; .
A copy of the proposed dqa
uments regarding these topics
are available in the' Town
Manager's office, 16-Lowell -
Street, Reading, MA, M -W-
Thurs from 7:30 a.m. - 5:36 "
p.m., Tues from 7:30 a.-m. -
7:00 p.m. and is attached to the
hearing notice on the website it
www.readingrna.gov.
All interested parties are
invited to attend the headhg, ,or -
may submit their comments;n -
writing or by email prior to 6:60
p.m. on April 23, 2013 to town -
manager@ci.reading.ma:us
By order of
Peter 1.-Hechenblelkner
Town Manager
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2.3.5 — Town Forest Committee
Town Meeting in 1930 established the "Committee on Re- forestation' which we
now refer to as the Town Forest Committee. Article 4 -10 of the Reading Home Rule
Charter provides for the appointment by the Board of Selectmen of a Town Forest
Committee. The purpose of this policy is to establish the structure and purpose of the
Town Forest Committee.
There is hereby established a 5 member Town Forest committee whose members
shall be appointed for three (3) year terms, so appointed that as close as possible to an
even number of terms shall expire each year. The Board of Selectmen shall give
consideration to applicants with the following credentials when selecting and appointing
members of the Town Forest Committee:
• Knowledge of the community
• Familiarity with and interest in the Town Forest
• Experience with open space preservation and /or land use management
• Interest and knowledge in protection of wildlife habitats, forest ecosystems,
wetlands, trails, outdoor recreation, and soil and water resources.
The Town Forest Committee shall serve as the stewards of the Town owned lands
owned as the Town Forest land. As stewards of the Town Forest, the Town Forest
Committee shall undertake the following tasks with and in cooperation with appropriate
Town staff:
• With staff and input by the community, coordinate the development of a Town
Forest Stewardship Plan and a Town Forest Master Plan which will act as guides
in future decision making.
• Maintain ongoing files of information pertaining to the Town Forest, using the
most current available technology.
• Develop and adopt rules and regulations for the Town Forest.
• Coordinate scheduling as appropriate for the use of all or a portion of the Town
Forest by various community groups
The Town Forest Committee shall administratively fall under the Department of
Public Works. Staff as available shall be assigned by the Town
Manager to work with the Town Forest Committee.
Adopted 6122110
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Local Energy Action
Program Update
(Reading, North Reading,
Lynnfield &Wilmington)
Presentation to the
Reading Board of Selectmen
April 23, 2013
Helen Aki
Clean Energy Program Coordinator
An! Krishnan
Energy Planner
Metropolitan Area Planning Council
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MAPC
METROPOLITAN AREA PLANNING COUNCIL
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Year I LEAP R & Achievements
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LEAP Year
January LEAP Communities announced
Feb -May Kick -off and working group meetings:
• Local meetings (Reading CCP & staff, North Reading Energy
Task Force, Lynnfield and Wilmington staff)
• Inter -town Working Group (4 towns' staff)
Feb -April
May -June
June
June -Sept
September
Oct /Nov
December
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Municipal energy data collection & MassEnergylnsight setup
Meetings with RMLD and strategic partners
Presentation to RMLD Citizens' Advisory Board
Program development with RMLD: residential, solar
Residential program launched with Next Step Living
Presentations to Reading School Committee, RMLD Board
Residential workshops for oil heat customers
LEAP Year 1
Recap
RMLD Program Successes .
(as of January 2013)
Energy Efficiency &
Demand Response
Energy Audit Requests
Audits Completed —
Oil Heat Customers
Audits Completed —
Natural Gas Customers
Weatherization Projects
Heat Pump Projects
DR Water Heater Controls
# Customers
680
200
81
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245
Time -of -Use Rate Subscribers 300
Renewable Energy # Customers
Residential Solar Projects 16
Commercial Solar Projects 2
Green Choice Subscribers 230
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➢ Demand Response program
■ EWH controls will save $70k /yr
➢ New Energy Audit Program
■ Saved over $16k since Sept. (from
MassSave)
➢ MIT Student Research Projects
➢ RMLD adopted RPS
■ 15% by 2015, 25% by 2025
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LEAP Plan Overview
➢ RMLD Energy Action Plan
■ Energy Profile of RMLD Service Area
■ Recommendations
➢ Town Energy Profiles & Priorities
■ Municipal Energy Profiles
■ All Town Priorities
■ Local Recommendations
➢ Energy Action Strategies
➢ Appendices
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Energy Consumption
by Sector - RMLD Service Area
Municipal
Residential
Commercial
Industrial
RMLD Plan
➢ Municipal
■ Portfolio -wide energy reports
➢ Residential
■ Energy audits through MassSave
■ Programs for oil heat customers
■ Demand response rates
■ Community solar projects
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➢ Request LED street light rate from the RMLD & explore group purchasing Vol'
➢ Evaluate opportunities to improve town bylaws and zoning
requirements to encourage the development of renewable energy
➢ Grow Green Business Award into a Green Business Program with specific
criteria for eligibility, and rewards for participation.
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Four -Town
Local Energy
Action Plan
Prepared for
The Reading Murkipal Light Department
The Town of Reading
The Town of North Reading
The Town of Lynnfield
The Town of Wilmington
Prepared by
The Metropolitan Area Planning Council
as part of the Local Energy Action Program
February 2013
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Acknowledgments
This plan was produced with thanks to input from staff at the Reading Municipal Light
Department, including: Jared Carpenter, Energy Efficiency & Renewable Engineer; Jane
Parenteau, Energy Services Manager; and Joe Bilicki, Key Accounts Manager; as well as
municipal staff from Reading: Jessie Wilson, Staff Planner; and Peter Hechenbleikner, Town
Manager; North Reading: John Welsh, Superintendent of Buildings; Richard Carnevale, Public
Works Director; Wilmington: George Hooper, Public Works Superintendent; and Carole
Hamilton, Planning Director; and Lynnfield: Charles Richter, Town Engineer; and William
Gustus, Town Administrator; as well as the members of the Reading Climate Action Committee
and the North Reading Energy Study Committee. Thanks are also due to all those who
participated in the Local Energy Action Plan (LEAP) Working Group meetings, including staff
and volunteers from all four towns, their committees, and the, Reading -North Reading Chamber
of Commerce.
Professional technical assistance was provided by the Metropolitan Area Planning Council:
Helen Aki, Clean Energy Program Coordinator; Erin Brandt, Energy Planner; Ani Krishnan,
Energy Planner; and Po -Yu Yuen, Energy Intern.
MAPC wishes to express our thanks to the Barr Foundation for its support and funding for this
project, as well as Naomi Mermin for her professional evaluation support and thoughtful review
of the plan's development.
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Executive Summary
n Massachusetts, municipally -owned utilities have been excluded from statewide renewable
energy and efficiency mandates, barring their customers from participating in the program
opportunities and funding streams made available to customers of the private utility
companies. However, municipal utilities and the local governments they represent still place
a value on reducing their energy consumption and greenhouse gas emir 'ons, and often have the
ability to design and offer more flexible programs tailored specifically *o'Ne.Jocal needs of their
customers.
In January 2012, the Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) s'Aitted a joint application
from the Reading Municipal Light Department (RMLD) and the four tort serves — Reading,
North Reading, and Wilmington — to participate in a two - year comprehensiv,t"",iepergy planning
and implementation exercise through the Local Energy Action Program (LEAP.,he RMLD
funds its energy efficiency programs by collecting an efficiency surcharge that is a igous to the
system benefits charges (SBC) used to fund the state efficiency and renewable programs. The
purpose of participating in LEAP was to determine how a collaborative planning effort between
four towns and their municipal utility c(j;J,4 be used to expand and strategically align RMLD
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program offerings with town priorities, aritWO e participation in these programs by
customers in all towns.
The RMLD Four -Town Local Energy Action Plan nma� the information gathered during
the first year of LEAP, profiling energy use in all: lour communities and describing past
achievements in the clean energy realm by the RMLD and the towns. It also outlines the
overarching goals that are intended to guide energy program development and implementation
over the next three to five years, with an eye toward building capacity during this time such that
the plan can r��r ,jsig and revised based on the relative success of various efforts. In short,
these goals are.
9 ' ' br, the RMLD: In'**e and `consolidate program offerings for municipal, commercial
and-1,1j," ^a 'dential custo Ts build capacity internally at RMLD to support these program
offeri __Fnd expand RMLD's clean energy portfolio (including demand resources);
• For the to xplo a options to support local clean energy policies that meet or exceed
the equivalen Commonwealth's Green Communities requirements; build local
capacity to support sustained investment in the these efforts; and align town efforts with
RMLD program offerings.
The plan also includes detailed information on specific strategies that can be undertaken in the
near term to support progress towards achieving these goals. Some of these efforts, such as
developing a consolidated residential program at the RMLD, are already underway at the time of
writing of this plan. Other strategies will be implemented in collaboration with the RMLD and
stakeholders in the four towns with support from MAPC as part of the second year of LEAP.
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Table of Contents
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS.......................................................................................................................... ..............................I
EXECUTIVESUMMARY ......................................................................................................................... .............................II
TABLEOF CONTENTS ............................................................................................................................ ..............................I
INTRODUCTION................................................................................................................................... ..............................1
RMLDENERGY ACTION PLAN .......................................................... ............................... ................. ..............................2
EnergyEfficiency & Demand Response ............................................................................................ ............................... 2
RenewableEnergy ............................................................................................................................
............................... 3
EnergyUse in the RMLD Service Area ..............................................................................................
............................... 3
ResidentialSector .............................................................................................................................
............................... 4
Commercial and Industrial (C &I) Sectors .........................................................................................
............................... 5
Goalsfor Energy Action ..................................................................................................................
............................... 7
TOWNENERGY PROFILES & PRIORITIES ...... ............................... ................................................ .............................11
LOCALENERGY ACTION PRIORITIES ................ ............................... ........ .........
................................. ............................... 13
Townof Reading ................................ ............................... ......... .... ........................ .............................13
Townof North Reading ................................................. ...............................
............. ................. 15
Townof Wilmington ....................................... ............................... ........:
.................................... .............................17
Townof Lynnfield ............................................................ ...............................
....... ............................... ............ 18
ENERGYACTION STRATEGIES .................................................... ............................... ................. .............................21
Creatingan Energy Committee ..................................................................................................... ............................... 22
Monthly Energy Report Development Guide .................................................................................. ............................... 26
AnnualReview of Energy Action Plan ............................................................................................ ............................... 36
RMLDResidential Program ......... . :........................................................................................ ............................... 40
Residential Demand Response Prograrr . ...................................................................................... ............................... 43
CommunitySolar & Net - Metering ... ......` ........................ .......................................................... ............................... 45
LocalGreen Business Progral»..,.. ..... x ................................................................................ ............................... 48
Outreach Strat s for Energy Efforts .... .... ................................................... ............................... 55
Appendages
APPF f &,-- ,,WETHODOLOGY FOIi��ATHER NORMALIZATION
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APPENDIX B:
APPENDIX C: FOUR-
APPENDIX D: WORKING
APPENDIX E: MIT STU
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A LOCAL ENERGY BASELINE
INVENTORIES
NOTES
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Introduction
n January 2012, the towns of Reading, North Reading, Wilmington and Lynnfield
submitted an application in collaboration with their municipally -owned utility, the Reading
Municipal Light Department (RMLD), to participate in a two -year comprehensive energy
planning initiative through the Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC)'s Local
Energy Action Program (LEAP). The four towns and RMLD were seletd for LEAP through a
competitive process due to the effective regional collaboration destrated in their application,
and the unique opportunity they presented to design and imp n energy and efficiency
utility program offerings across multiple communities.
The following Energy Action Plan outlines how the RMLD and the four to;it serves -
Reading, North Reading, Wilmington and Lynnfield _ can achieve red uctions`tn;greenhouse gas
emissions and energy cost savings through strategies to promote energy efficiency'''' iand
response and clean energy generation community- wide': The goals and strategies cttlined in the
plan were developed through extensive conversations with RMLD and municipal staff as well as
committee volunteers, and draw upon a ase of knowledge and best practices developed by other
stakeholders in the municipal clean ener _, ficiency world, bath in the Metropolitan
Boston region and across the country.
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HOW TO USE THIS PLAN
The purpose of this plan is to provide the RMLO,and its four towns with a guiding document
that reflects their mutual clean energy goals and c6cribes immediately actionable strategies that
support progress towards these goals. These strategi ofe intended to serve as a starting point for
program development at the RMLD over the next three to five years, as well as outline efforts
that each of the towns can undertake to optimize participation in and reinforce RMLD program
offerings, '
These efforts also include recommendations to increase the capacity of both the RMLD and the
towns it serves to continue to plan for and implement clean energy initiatives into the future. To
this end, this plan is meant to be treated as a "living document," which the RMLD and the
towns should periodically review and update so that it continues to support local priorities and
reinforce new opportunities on an ongoing basis.
The plan is divided into three parts:
• Part I - RMLD Energy Action Plan and Town Energy Profiles & Priorities. This
section provides an overview of energy use across the residential and commercial sectors
within the four towns in the RMLD service area, as well as a history of past energy work
and achievements at the RMLD and the towns. It also summarizes the general goals and
recommendations for building upon these past efforts that were determined by the
RMLD and the four towns as part of the LEAP planning process.
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• Part II - Energy Action Strategies. This section is meant to serve as a more in -depth
guide for strategies that could be implemented to advance progress towards the
overarching energy goals in the near term. Some of these strategies will be further
developed and implemented as part of the two -year assistance provided through LEAP,
with support from the MAPC.
• Part III - Appendices. The appendices include background information used to develop
the RMLD Four -Town Energy Action Plan.
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he Reading Municipal Light Department (RMLD) serves over 25,000 customers in the
towns of Reading, North Reading, Lynnfield, and Wilmington. The RMLD has a history
of leading by example in terms of its clean energy- related practices and programs it offers
to its customers. With the support of municipal staff and stakeholders from the four
communities, the RMLD has already implemented a wide variety of initiatives with great success.
JRLD Program Successes
of January 2013)
Energy Audit Requests
Audits Completed —
Oil Heat Customers
Audits Completed —
Natural Gas Customers
Weatherization Projects
Heat Pump Projects
DR Water Heater Controls
Time -of -Use Rate Subscribers
Renewable Energy
Residential Solar Projects
Commercial Solar Projects
Green Choice Subscribers
680
200
81
4
2
245
300
# Customers
16
2
230
ENERGY EFFICIENCY '+ DEMAND RESPONSE
Since 2005, the RMLD ha4been administering
energy efficie " rc grams to provide residential
appliance rebates to its customers. In 2008, the
energ Rciency rebate program was Introduced to
the chi' '` w. al sect j�,,In order to consolidate its
energy efficteo -rvices, the RMLD began assessing
an energy effiei 4 ` surcharge of $0.0007 per kWh
to all its customers ting in October 2008. The
RMLD collects rough'` $5 1,000 annually through
this surcharge. These fuels are largely issued back to
customers through RMLD rebate programs. The
remainder subsidizes the RMLD's free energy audit
services, and pays for the RMLD Energy Engineer's
time to develop and administer these programs,
conversations facilitated with the four
ities and the RMLD as part of the Local
Note: Energy audit figures are calculated starting with Energy Action Program (LEAP) planning process,
the hiring of aMassSave- qualified auditor, Next Step
Living, in Summer 2012. "' the discovery was made that the RMLD had been
paying for energy audits in homes with natural gas
heat from National Grid. These homes are eligible to receive energy audit services through the
state's MassSave'program, but in the past had not been able to access these services due to
administrative barriers (i.e., who to call for an energy audit). As a result of recommendations
made as part of LEAF, the RMLD decided to include a requirement that prospective auditors be
qualified MassSave Home Performance Contractors when soliciting energy auditor bids. The
current MassSave qualified auditor, Next Step Living, connects customers served by National
Grid to the services they are eligible for under MassSave, which to date has saved the RMLD
$16,200 in avoided audit costs.
In addition to encouraging customers to take actions to promote energy efficiency, the RMLD
also closely tracks its peak usage and seeks to encourage customers to not only become more
energy efficient, but also more effective in terms of when they use energy. Approximately 300
customers currently subscribe to the RMLD's Time- of-Use rate. In December 2011, the RMLD
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worked with the Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) to apply for grant funding
through the MA Department of Energy Resources (DOER)'s Municipal Utilities Energy
Efficiency Programs Partner initiative to administer a residential demand response program. The
program retrofits electric hot water heaters with Smart Grid controls that can be shut down to
save demand during peak days. The RMLD received a $50,000 grant from DOER to implement
the program, and to date has installed 245 units with a total of around 2 MWh of demand
response potential. The program saves the RMLD around $70,000; revenue generated from the
program is distributed back to customers as an on -bill credit as part of RMLD's opt -in
electric hot water heater rate.
RENEWABLE ENERGY any.
In September 2006, the RMLD introduced a voluntary "Gr4' Choic tion to customers
who can opt to purchase a certain portion of their monthly energy use frorli t newable sources.
In 2012, the RMLD adopted a Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS) with the et of achieving
15% renewable energy by 2015 and 25% renewable energy by 2025. They are a�y^ on track to
achieve these goals, currently sourcing approximately 7% of their energy portfolio in New
England hydro projects, and another 0.5% from solar.
In order to advance the development of renewable energy generation projects on the local
RMLD grid, the RMLD also has a net metering program in place for customers who install
renewable or cogeneration projects at their homes 'or businesses. Currently, the program offers
rebates on a per -watt basis, with an additional incentive for locally- sourced materials. As of
February 2013, there were approximately 800 kW of solar installed in the RMLD service area,
with an additional 3,200 kW in design. One residential cogeneration system and two residential
geothermal systems have also been installed. In addition, the Town of Reading is looking into
installing solar arrays on the Reading High School. Reading participated in a group procurement
for solar energy management services issued by MAPC in fall 2012, and will be eligible to move
forward with projects with the selected developer in early 2013.
ENERGY USE IN THE RMLD SERVICE AREA Energy Consumption
Energy use in the four towns served by the by Sector — RMLD Service Area
RMLD is predominately residential (54 %), ■Municipal
followed closely by commercial and industrial .. ,.u. Residential
(41 %). Energy use in municipal government 'Commercial
facilities constitutes approximately 5% of total =r,E Industrial
energy use in the RMLD service area.
Since data on non - electric fuel consumption in
the RMLD service area is difficult to obtain,
this energy profile is based on an analysis of
publically available data such as census data,
labor statistics, and building energy survey
data. It reflects only electricity, natural gas and
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fuel oil consumption and does not include energy used for transportation.
This energy profile is meant to present a general overview of energy use by sector, and to
highlight the predominant characteristics of users within each sector, to provide a starting point
for discussions about effective program design, implementation and outreach to residents and
businesses in the RMLD service area.
Since it is based on static data sources, energy use data in this profile should not be used as a
basis for benchmarking the impacts of implementing specific program t stead, the towns and
the RMLD will need to determine a strategy for analyzing and trac J data'such as aggregate
electricity use data from the RMLD, and possibly even aggregat 1 gas use data from
National Grid, to determine the energy and GHG reduction act grogram
implementation.
RMLD At- A- Glance
Energy
Reading
North Reading
Lynnfield
Wilmington
Natural Gas
National Grid
National Grid
National Grid
National Grid
Provider
Total
Total
Population
24,747
14,892
11,596
22,325
Area
9.9 square miles
13.5 square miles
10.5 square miles
17.2 square miles
Densitv
2.500 /sauare miles
1,100 /square miles
1,100 /square miles
1,300 /square miles
Energy
MMBTU '
% of
MMBTU
% of
MMBT U
% of
Total
MMBTU
% of
Total
Consumption
Total
Total
Municipal
81
5%
44
5%
40
6%
110
4%
Sector
thousand
thousand
thousand
thousand
Residential
Sector
1 million
67%
616
thousand
67%
512
thousand
76%
922
thousand
36%
Commercial
422
28%
253
28%
118
18%
707
28%
Sector
thousand
thousand
thousand
thousand
Industrial
0
0%
0
0%
0
0%
831
32%
Sector
thousand
Total Energy
1.5
100%
913
100%
670
100%
2.5 million
100%
Consumption
million
thousand
thousand
Source: MassEnergylnsight;
U.S.
Census,
2010; Bureau
of Labor Standards Economic Survey, 2010; Energy Information
Administration Residential Energy Consumption Survey,
2009; Energy Information Administration Commercial Buildings Energy
Consumption Survey, 2005
RESIDENTIAL
The four towns' distrt of population by race and
ethnicity is fairly simil ^; ,'with a predominantly white
population and slightly smaller black and Asian populations
than the state average. The towns' population is similar to
the state average, with a higher percentage of middle -aged
adults in their 40s and 50s. The four towns' average median
household income ($101,496) is about 1.6 times the state
median income ($62,859).
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Residential Greenhouse Gas,
Emissions by Fuel Types
■ Electricity
latural Gas
uei Oil
84% of the housing units in the RMLD service area are owner - occupied and the remaining 16%
are renter - occupied units. The four towns have a large single - family, detached, housing stock
(82% of total occupied housing stock). 60% of the homes in the RMLD service area heat with
fuel oil —twice as many as the statewide average —with an additional 37% of homes heating with
natural gas. The remaining 3% have electric heat or use another heating fuel such as cordwood.
By fuel type, fuel oil use makes up the largest part of the residential sector's greenhouse gas
emissions, followed by electricity and then natural gas.
RMLD Residential Sector At- A- Glance
COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL (C&I) SECTORS
The commercial and Indus - '
, tors in the four towns
consist of 2,353 busine esta If I tints. The majority of
these establishment "office buings, followed by
buildings classified as se`, in du establishments. The
area also has a relatively larwp' °' The RMLD
service area has a small industrl ctor wA My 66
industrial establishme it , in Wil '`Ptqn. By fuel type,
electricity use makes up the 14rgest pa the commercial
sector's greenhouse gas emissions follwed by fuel oil, then
natural gas.
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al Greenhouse Gas
by Fuel Types
■ Electricity
Natural Gas
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Reading
North heading
Lynnfield';
Wilmington
Four -Town
Median Household Income
$99,131
$104,069
$101,921
$100,861
$101,496
Total # Housing Units
9,232
5,308
4,318
7,405
26,263
Owner - Occupied Units
78%
85%
89%
88%
84%
Renter- Occupied Units
22%
15%
1 1 %
12%
16%
Units that Heat with Natural Gas
36%
47%
43%
29%
37%
Units that Heat with Heating Oil
61%
51%
53%
69%
60%
Four-Town Energy Profile
Single - Family, Detached
75%
81%
88%
87%
82%
Single - Family, Attached
3%
4%
3%
3%
3%
Multi - Family, 24 Units
7%
5%
5%
3%
5%
Multi - Family, 5+ Units
15%
10%
4%
7%
10%
Source: US Census 2010
COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL (C&I) SECTORS
The commercial and Indus - '
, tors in the four towns
consist of 2,353 busine esta If I tints. The majority of
these establishment "office buings, followed by
buildings classified as se`, in du establishments. The
area also has a relatively larwp' °' The RMLD
service area has a small industrl ctor wA My 66
industrial establishme it , in Wil '`Ptqn. By fuel type,
electricity use makes up the 14rgest pa the commercial
sector's greenhouse gas emissions follwed by fuel oil, then
natural gas.
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al Greenhouse Gas
by Fuel Types
■ Electricity
Natural Gas
�� Z
RMLD Com=mercial & Industrial Sector At- A- Glance
Community Overview
Rending
Norfh "tt+aoding:. '
LynnlReid
wilningian
four -Town'
Average Weekly Wage
$725
$1,022
$826
$1,322
$974
Total Employment
6,486
6,742
5,676
18,419
37,323
Total Establishments
567
519
402
865
2,353
Four-Town Commercial
Food Sales
16
F'stablishments
10
6
13
45
Food Service
41
24
12
47
124
Outpatient
32
19
17
29
97
Lodging
9
0
0
4
13
Retail (non -mall)
19
21
4
38
82
Enclosed and Strip Malls
10
4
0
6
20
Office
156
167
140
213
676
Public Assembly
8
6
5
11
30
Religious Worship
0
0
7
5
12
1 Service
54
47
8
73
182
Warehouse and Storage
0
21
4
88
113
Other
0
4
0
4
8
i . Printing and Related
0
Establishments '
0
0
11
11
Support
Chemicals
0
0
0
13
13
Machinery
0
0
0
21
21
Computer and Electronic
0
0
0
41
41
Products
Electrical Equipments
0
0
0
4
4
Source: Bureau of Labor Standards Economic Survey, 2010
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GOALS FOR ENERGY ACTION
The goals for local energy action identified for the RMLD and the four towns as part of the
Local Energy Action Program (LEAP) focus primarily on expanding program offerings through
the RMLD that support clean energy efforts (including energy efficiency and demand resources)
communitywide, and building capacity and adopting policies at the local level to grow
participation in these programs.
The main goals recommended to the RMLD as part of LEAP are as
1. Expand and consolidate program offerings for municipal i; mers;
2. Expand and consolidate program offerings for
3. Expand and consolidate program offerings for residential custom
4. Increase RMLD's clean energy portfolio,
help reduce RMLD's dependence on "dii
periods;
5. Build capacity internally to su
across the board.
These goals, and suggested action items, are i�t
RMLD decision - making about clean energy p
proposed key implementers fti'the action item
on implementation cart`be found_( included a
plan).
ing efficiency and dema urces that
!rgy generators during peak �mand
effective implementation of program offerings
ender .used as a starting point for future
tgr c eve. The following tables include
°nd indicat 'here more detailed information
s Energy Action Strategy in Part 11 of this
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N I - 8 1 RMLD Energy Action Plan
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•
Explore the development of an RMLD Community Solar Garden
RMLD Board of
1.1 15%
of RMLD energy
•
Adopt a Clean Energy Performance standard that requires review of and favors
Commissioners; Energy
Services Division; Reading
9
portfolio comes
contracts with suppliers with low- or no- carbon generation sources.
CAC
from renewable
•
Conduct a feasibility study for distributed generation (DG), identify and map locations
energy and /or
that would be ideal to support solar or other renewable /alternative energy projects
1. Increase
distributed
based on current RMLD grid and town priorities
generation sources
•,,
Assess feasibility of and develop renewable generation assets (e.g. ground mounted
RMLD s clean
energy portfolio
by 2015 and
solar, organics -to- energy anaerobic digesters)`
25% by 2025
•
Develop alternative generation assets (e.g.,CHt'j;:;,_
1.2 Maintain a
•
Grow demand response and time -of -use program * all customers
RMLD Energy Services
total peak
•
This would be 4.35% lar larger than RMLD's all time
g peaks 3bb6. ISO NE projects a
Division
demand (kW) of
business -as -usual peak that is 11 % larger than the 2006 «pk in 2020.
no more that
180,000 by 2020
•
Develop template for monthly energy reports
RMLD Commercial Account
Monthly
2.1 Deliver
•
Meet with designated town staff to review month -to -month changes ipnd identify
Manager; Town Public
Energy
monthly energy
opportunities for improvements in capital upgrades and operations
Works and Facilities staff
Report
reports
Development
Guide, p. 26
•
Work with Towns to develop municipal Energy Reduction Plans:
RMLD Commercial Account
2.2 Reduce
•
Conduct ASHRAE Level II energy audits on facilities, including energy modeling and
Manager; Town Public
municipal building
financial analysis of proposed energy conservation measures (ECMS)
Works and Facilities staff
energy use 10%
.
Determine and budget cost and timeframe to accomplish proposed ECMS.
2. Expand and
per year until
•
Implement low and no cost operational improvements that will immediately enhance
consolidate
2005 levels are
achieved
building performance
program
•
Make recommendations for capital improvements /longer payback upgrades
offerings for
2.3 Achieve
•
Enroll all municipal buildings in EnergyStar Portfolio Manager and maintain a minimum
RMLD Commercial Account
municipal
minimum Energy
rating of 65
Manager; Town Public
customers
Star ratings
Works and Facilities staff
2.4 Reduce
•
RMLD and Water Dept collaborate to implement ECMS
RMLD Energy Services
energy use in
other municipal
•
RMLD and Towns collaborate to explore a new program structure and established an
Division; Town Public
Works and Facilities Staff;
facilities
LED streetlight rate that would allow for efficient streetlight upgrades
Town Committees
u
2.5 Source 1 of
/o
•
Assess municipal building stock for solar PV potential
RMLD Energy Services
building energy
•
Participate in regional qualifications -based procurements for solar developer services
Division; Town Public
Works and Facilities Staff;
use from on -site
.
Aggregate potential municipal PV projects for development through a third -party
Town Committees
generation
model in which RMLD purchases power
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2.6 Develop
• Reduce costs for towns and RMLD through demand response programs
RMLD Energy Services
municipal demand
Division
response program
• Deliver consolidated information and technical assistance to its customers on
opportunities to further energy efficiency or renewable energy projects (incentives,
3.1 Develop
MassSave eligibility, etc)
comprehensive
P
• Create specific marketing and outreach strategy (social media, events, etc)
RMLD
Residential
residential
outreach program
• Create an explicit strategy for assisting customers with oil heat
Program, p.
• Create an explicit strategy for identifying and addressing hard -to -reach or
40
underserved populations
Residential
3. Expand and
• Help eligible customers access MassSave incentives
MAPC LEAP staff; RMLD
Demand
consolidate
• Expand residential audit program to include weatherization
Energy Services Division;
Response
program
offerings for
32 Ex
.pand
• Achieve MassSave equivalence and better for RMLD programs
RMLD auditor and /or
energy vendors under
gy
Program, p.
43
residential
residential
• Explore options for promoting and subsidizing new technologies that help customers that
contract; Reading CAC;
customers
efficiency
heat with oil to access efficiency, i.e. (electric) air- source heat pumps, heat pump water
Town staff and committees
Community
program offerings
heaters, tank -less water heaters, oil -to -gas conversions, etc.
Solar &
• Grow demand response program offerings (including electric water heater controls,
Net-
g, p.
education around the Time -of -Use rate)
45
• Solarize Mass model — RMLD procures and prequalifies vendor to provide 3rd -party
3.3 Expand
PPAs to residents with towns helping to conduct outreach and drive enrollment
residential solar
• Solar Thermal incentive program
program offerings
• Explore options to allow customers to buy shares in an RMLD Community Solar Garden
• RMLD develops "Green Business Program" requirements that delivers consolidated
Reading CAC, Reading -
information and technical assistance to its customers on opportunities to further energy
North Reading Chamber of
4.1 Establish
efficiency or renewable energy projects (incentives, rebates, etc), and establishes
Commerce, RMLD Energy
Local Green
4. Expand and
Green Business
criteria for participation in program and /or certification /awards;
Services Division, Town
Business
consolidate
Program
'
o Could include. Weatherization, solar, EnergyStar campaign, etc
staff
Program, p.
Requirements.
48
program
• RMLD works with Reading -North Reading Chamber of Commerce to promote this
offerings for
program to the Chamber's members.
commercial
4.2 Expand solar
• Solarize Mass model — RMLD procures and prequalifies vendor to provide 3rd -party
RMLD Energy Services
Community
customers
offerings &
PPAs to small businesses
Division; Commercial
Solar &
Create Small
Solar thermal incentives/ rebates
Account Manager
Net-
Business Solar
Business
Metering, p
Program
• Explore options to allow customers to buy shares in an RMLD Community Solar Garden
45
5. Expand RMLD
5.1 Establish
• Dedicate Commercial Account Manger to carry out activities under Recommendation #1
Internal
Municipal Account
• Responsible for regular energy reporting (MassEnergylnsight, EnergyStar Portfolio
Capacity
Manager
manager, etc)
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Energy Action Plan
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• RMLD creates a permanent staff position dedicated to exploring grant opportunities,
5.2 Establish and developing new program ideas, or contracts for these services
Grant writer & • Provides administration for the Green Business and Residential Outreach programs
Program
Administration (Recommendations #2 and #3)
position • This staff position might also serve on a long -term inter - municipal working group for the
implementation of the Local Energy Action Program.
• RMLD shall adopt a sustainability policy equivalent with guidelines described in the RMLD Board of
2009 LEED for Operations and Maintenance manual for all its facilities, which includes Commissioners, Reading
5.3 Adopt RMLD criteria in the following categories. Sustainable Sites, Water Efficiency, Energy and CAC
Sustainability Atmosphere, Materials and Resources, Indoor Environmental Quality, Innovation in
Policy Operations, and Regional Priority.
• Make these policies available as templates for towns to adopt
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Town Energy Profiles &
Priorities
ven though energy use in municipal facilities accounts for only about S% of the total
energy use in the RMLD service territory, municipal energy use is important because it is
directly within the control of the towns to affect. It is also possible to obtain consumption
data across fuel types, since the towns pay these bills directly. In order to accurately and regularly
track and benchmark energy use in municipal facilities, the RMLD and MAPC have been
working together to establish a standard monthly energy reporting system. he purpose of this is
to institutionalize the process of reviewing energy use patterns in each town moss municipal
facilities, in order to identify areas of opportunity for improving building performance and
energy efficiency.
Once the reporting system is established, the towns will be able to develop detailed and accurate
municipal energy baselines across fuel types and begin to monitor energy use and effectively
benchmark savings.
Benchmarking in MassEnergylnsight (MEI)
All four towns currently have accounts in the MassEnergyInsight (MEI) tool that can be used to
track municipal energy use.' MEI monitors energy use across fuel types by account numbers, and
is an effective tool for generating energy data analysis and energy reports. The following table
shows a summary of data currently uploaded to the MEI tool in each town's account:
Reading
North
Reading
Lynnfield
• 15 building accounts • 15 building accounts
• 2 facility accounts • 3 unassigned accounts
• 15 building accounts
• 4 facility accounts
• 7 building accounts
• 1 facility account
Wilmington • 15 building accounts
• 3 facility accounts
• 16 building accounts
• 1 facility account
• 2 unassigned accounts
• 5 competitive supply accounts
• 13 building accounts
• 2 facility accounts
• 1 unassigned account
• 3 unassigned accounts
• 22 water accounts • Vehicle fuel
• Street and traffic lighting
• Open space
• Water /sewage
• Vehicle fuel
• Street and traffic lighting
• Open space
• 1 diesel account • Street and traffic lighting
• Open space
• 15 fuel oil • Vehicle fuel
accounts • Street and traffic lighting
• Open space
I MassEnergylnsight (MEI) is a free, web -based tool developed by Peregrine Energy Group and made available to cities
and towns in Massachusetts through the Department of Energy Resources (DOER) as part of the Massachusetts Green
Communities Program. Electric and natural gas usage for the municipal accounts is pre - loaded by RMLD and National Grid
into the MEI program. Other fuel use data (such as heating oil and vehicle fuel) will need to be manually entered and kept
up -to -date by municipal staff.
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As noted in the summary chart, at present the four towns' MEI accounts are primarily populated
with electricity and natural gas account data. In order to fully utilize the MEI tool for identifying
energy saving and greenhouse gas emission reduction opportunities, the towns will need to fill in
the remaining data gaps for non - building facilities, such as street and traffic lighting, open space,
water /sewage facilities, and vehicles, as well as ensure that information for fuel oil accounts is
kept up -to -date. This information will better inform the towns on making decisions concerning
facility efficiency improvement projects, as well as monitor achievements in non - building energy
savings and emission reductions.
Utilizing Information from the Monthly Energy Report
The monthly energy report highlights outstanding energy use trends and patterns and points out
areas where energy reduction measures are most needed. The following "Monthly Energy Report
Summary" chart outlines the information available in a
Overall Municipal Energy Report
Energy Expenditure by A pie chart demonstrating the
Fuel Types
distribution of energy
expenditure by fuel types.
Annual Energy Use
A bar chart comparing the
Pattern
overall energy consumption for
the given month with previous
records.
Energy Use by
A bar chart demonstrating the
Buildings
energy consumption by buildings
by fuel types.
Building Energy
An "Efficiency and Use" chart
Efficiency
demonstrating building energy
use and energy use intensity.
Facility Energy Report
Annual Energy Use A bar chart comparing the
Pattern facility energy consumption for
the given month with previous
records.
Annual Energy A scatter graph comparing the
Efficiency building energy use intensity for
the given month with previous
records.
Pursue energy efficiency improvement projects targeting
specific fuel use with high monthly energy cost.
Monitor overall energy reduction progress and identify
abnormal energy use patterns, such as outstanding changes in
energy consumption or distribution of energy consumption by
fuel types.
Highlight high energy users with significant energy reduction
potentials.
Identify energy efficiency improvement projects with
significant energy reduction potentials by targeting buildings
with high energy use and low efficiency on a kBTU/sf basis.
Monitor facility energy reduction progress and identify
abnormal energy use patterns, such as outstanding changes in
energy consumption or distribution of energy consumption by
fuel types.
Monitor facility energy efficiency improvement progress and
identify abnormal patterns, such as outstanding changes in
energy consumption or energy use intensity.
The following depicts a snapshot from a sample monthly energy report:
Energy Expenditure by Fuel Types
V 4 Electricity
ural Gas
Annual Energy Use Pattern
18,000
16,000
14,000
12,000
m 10,000
i 8,000
6,000
4,000
2,000
M h1-.+. _1 r
Jan 2012 Jan 2011 Jon 2010 Jan 2009
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I
LOCAL ENERGY ACTION PRIORITIES
Beyond engaging in efforts that improve the performance and energy efficiency of municipal
facilities, the Towns can further leverage the regional collaboration through the new RMLD
program offerings to encourage sustainable energy practices communitywide. Across all the
communities, the local priorities for energy action identified through the LEAP planning process
are as follows: A.
• Align local efforts with RMLD program offerings, to groo articipation in energy
efficiency, demand response and renewable energy o ppo �1fl
it,
• Build local capacity and sustained investment in clean energy actit S, and
• Explore opportunities to implement local bylaws, policies and plans tha . 0aieve
equivalence or exceed the state's Green Communities program requirem tl� Y
The following section describes municipal energy profiles for each community, as well as
summarizes past energy work. It also highlights recommendations for energy action priorities on
a town -by -town basis. past Enos Work —
�X Selected for
TOWN OF READING Reading, MA LEAP
Residential solar
Led by the Reading Climate Esco performance projects installed
Action Committee (CAC)
contract Schools
•� ' 5dhools
(formerly the Advisory Committee RMID Energy
Conservation 2012
of Cities for Climate Protection surchnrgeortucfed 2010
Program), the Town of Reading WILD awarded
2009 $50,000 DOER grant
has already ml 4 p!great strides in � Estabritshe# Advisory � Hired Energy for demand response
'" Committee on Cities Efficiency
advancing of do erie end for Climate 2008
Coordinator at RMLD
sustai 7i efforts Protection
Pity Created Reading
Climate Action Plan
comma ide. 2006
• Reduce Green House Gas Emissions in order to slow global
climate change
• Improve air quality to enhance public health
• Foster responsible stewardship of the local and global
ecosystem to ensure its longevity
• Foster the conservation of energy sources to preserve them for
future generations
• Reduce the energy expenses of the town, residents and
businesses to improve our standard of living and meet our goals.
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In 2008, the CAC created the
Reading Massachusetts Climate
Action Plan as part of the
Town's participation in the
ICLEI (Local Governments for
Sustainability) program.
The Climate Action Plan
included an extensive list of
methods to be used to meet
those goals, which included
M.
educational outreach to citizens and local businesses, influencing town bylaws with an eye
towards promoting sustainability, and collaborating with neighboring communities to support
them with similar efforts. This framework strongly influenced the goals described in this plan for
both the RMLD and the four towns. To date, the CAC has successfully undertaken a number of
efforts in pursuit of their goals, including:
• Recommended the creation of an energy efficiency charge at the RMLD, as well as the
creation of a full -time energy efficiency staff position;
• Weatherization of group housing in Reading in collaboration with the Cambridge Home
Energy Efficiency Team (HEET);
• "No- idling" signage and town -wide policy for municipal vehicles;
• Kill -a -watt meter lending at Reading Public Library;
• Launching a "Green Business Award ";
• Benchmarked all municipal buildings through the Environmental Protection Agency's
ENERGY STAR program,
• Contracted with a professional Energy Services Company (ESCO) to assess energy
efficiency improvement potentials in all municipal buildings, and
• Retrofitted traffic lights on Route 28 to LED.
Approximately 5% of Reading's total energy use comes from municipally -owned facilities. To
date, the Town and the CAC have been proactive in pursuing all low- and no -cost energy- saving
measures in Town buildings. By developing of more regular energy reporting and tracking
mechanisms RMLD through'LEAP, it will be possible to accurately document these past
achievemW ts, anc "1� s, future efforts that optimize building performance and energy
Alice M. Barrow Elementary School
60,000
4,922
82
Arthur W. Coolidge Middle School
96,000
8,430
88
Birch Meadow Elementary School
58,500
4,343
74
J. Warren Killom Elementary School
57,000
4,135
73
Joshua Eaton Elementary School
56,000
5,739
102
Walter S. Parker Elementary School
97,800
2,689
27
Wood End Elementary School
52,000
2,834
54
Reading Memorial High School
330,000
24,264
74
Town Hall
15,648
1,916
122
Library
27,648
3,521
127
Senior Center
5,670
891
157
Police Station
29,430
4,136
141
Main Street Fire Station
10,114
1,949
193
West Side Fire Station
7,410
1,140
154
Department of Public Works Garage
42,142
4,900
116
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s.
Recommended Reading Energy Action Priorities
The CAC maintains a list of priorities for actions to undertake as part of their overarching
Action Plan. To maximize the effectiveness of the four -town collaboration with RMLD through
LEAP, and leverage the new program offerings being developed with the RMLD as part of this
plan, the CAC and the Town of Reading should consider prioritizing the following activities in
the near -term:
• Coordinating outreach and educational efforts around the RMLD's comprehensive
Residential Program, to be launched as part of LEAP in 2013, which will include
opportunities for residents in Reading to increase their energy efficiency, participate in
demand response programs, and invest in local renewable energy,
• Assigning a municipal staff person to review rubn h %energy reports with an RMLD
account manager and identify opportunities' + r improvements;
• Requesting an LED street light rate from the p wl'wel4alf of all four towns in order
to capture cost - savings from retrofits;
• Coordinating group purchases of LED street lights wi ighboring communities and
possibly other communities and state agencies in Massachti"s##through MAPC's LED
Street Light Purchasing Program;
• Evaluating opportune5p improve town bylaws and zoning requirements to
encourage the
• Growing the Greed 4usine
with the RMLD anc
criteria for eligibility, a
TOWN OF NORTH READING
Clean energy work at North
Reading has to date focused on
pursuing cost effective energy
efficiency upgrades it, municipal
buildings. The Town has J
collaborated with municipal
departments, including the
Building Department, the
Department of Public Works, and
the School Department, as well
the North Reading Energy Study
Committee to plan for and
implement energy consumption
renewable energy;
.ward into a Green Business Program in collaboration
'&ad Pg Chamber of Commerce, with specific
rds for' icipation.
Post Energy Work —
North Reading, MA
Relighting Project
Phase I at Town Hall
and DPW Complex
North Reading
Energy Study
Committee formed
Selected for
Relighting Project LEAP
Phase III at Police
and Fire Stations
1!•
•2008 Town -wide Energy
Audit Report
*2012
2010
Relighting Project
Phase II at Library,
Building on the
Commas. and boiler
VFD at Hood School
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Source: Reading Patch
and cost saving projects in municipal
buildings.
North Reading's municipal energy
consumption accounted for approximately
5% of the overall town -wide energy
consumption in FY 2011. Thus far, the
Town has been
energy efficienc
using RMLD,;
the Town hi
upgrade x,`98%
Town is currently considering implementing include: , `?
• Water pump retrofits,
• Boiler retrofits at schools, and
• Window and insulation replaceme"n i Town Hall.
North
sing on improving
Municipal buildings
tives. As of April 2012,
'feted lighting system
s,
to municipal buildings.
4ncv measures the
E. Ethel Little Elementary School
47,028
4,328
92
J. Turner Hood Elementary School
43,829
4,914
112
L. D. Batchelder Elementary School
39,300
5,806
148
North Reading High School
101,896
12,711
125
North Reading Middle School
81,000
5,191
64
Town Hall
24,848
517
21
Library
18,336
1,539
84
Senior Center
5,040
280
56
Public Safety Building
38,620
2,191
57
Town Garage
8,767
238
27
Recommended North Reading Energy Action Priorities
As the Energy Study Task Force evaluates its priorities for the near term, it should consider the
following action items to leverage new RMLD program offerings through LEAP, as well as take
advantage of the collaborative efforts to be facilitated through the second year of the program:
Assigning a municipal staff person to review monthly energy reports with an RMLD
account manager and identify opportunities for improvements;
• Requesting an LED street light rate from the RMLD on behalf of all four towns in order
to capture cost - savings from retrofits;
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• Participating in group purchases of LED street lights with Reading, other neighboring
communities, and possibly other communities and state agencies in Massachusetts
through MAPC's LED Street Light Purchasing Program;
• Evaluating opportunities to improve town bylaws and zoning requirements to
encourage the development of renewable energy;
• Supporting outreach and educational efforts around the RMLD's comprehensive
Residential Program, to be launched as part of LEAP in 2013;
• Supporting North Reading businesses to participate in a Green Business Program with
the RMLD, Town of Reading, and Reading -North Reading Chamber of Commerce.
TOWN OF WILMINGTON
Wilmington's municipal energy consumption accounts for approximately 4% of the overall
town -wide energy consumption.
Boutwell Early Childhood Center
North Intermediate School
Shawsheen Elementary School
West Intermediate School
Wildwood Early Childhood Center
Wilmington High School
Wilmington Middle School
Woburn Street Elementary School
Town Hall
Senior Center
Library
Old Fire Station
Roman House
Public Safety
Department of Public Works
rr r. T.- M-4 k ''tM
• Assignf*i
account
• Requesting an
to capture cost
20,800
2,219
107
54,569
6,743
124
56,253
7,683
137
62,058
7,943
128
29,160
5,349
183
87,270
17,416
200
149,797
10,457
70
36,450
6,276
172
20,000
2,157
108
8,308
775
93
14,910
1,303
87
6,694
591
88
4,498
354
79
41,706
5,285
127
13,585
1,852
136
nergy'Action Priorities
f person to review monthly energy reports with an RMLD
tify opportunities for improvements;
street light rate from the RMLD on behalf of all four towns in order
from retrofits;
• Participating in group purchases of LED street lights with Reading, other neighboring
communities, and possibly other communities and state agencies in Massachusetts
through MAPC's LED Street Light Purchasing Program;
• Supporting outreach and educational efforts around the RMLD's comprehensive
Residential Program, to be launched as part of LEAP in 2013;
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• Exploring establishing a citizen volunteer energy committee to explore further clean
energy opportunities in Wilmington, using the LEAP recommendations and RMLD
program offerings as a starting point.
TOWN OF LYNNFIELD
In FY 2011, Lynnfield's municipal energy consumption accounted for approximately 6% of the
town -wide energy consumption. In December 2011, the Town appropriated $100,000 in
funding to reinforce energy management within its schools. The funding was used for ensuring
the energy systems were functioning properly and for assessing additional building energy needs.
Lynnfield is partially served by the Peabody Municipal Light Plant (NJI). Currently, PMLP
electric consumption data is not included in Lynnfield's MEI account. I W' C and Lynnfield are
currently coordinating with PMLP to establish a standaTO-gftm for loading data onto MEI.
Huckleberry Hill Elementary School
Lynnfield High School
Lynnfield Middle School
Summer Street Elementary School
South School*
Town Hall
Library
Branch Library*
Police Station
South Lynnfield Fire Department*
South Hall*
Department of Public Works Garage*
Recommended Lynnfiel -
g
• Engaging Peabody. Muni
collaborate with RMLD
residents and businesses;
• Assigning a municipal st
account manaLyer and 'id(
64,400
5,023 78
127,800
14,803 116
114,200
6,565 57
67,200
5,491 82
-
1,442 -
-
1,220 -
-
1,397 -
-
32 -
-
1,282 -
-
641 -
-
34 -
-
529 -
Light Plant (PMLP) to explore opportunities to
:wgofferin2s and extend similar offerings to all Lynnfield
f person to review monthly energy reports with an RMLD
tify opportunities for improvements;
• Requesting an QED street light rate from the RMLD on behalf of all four towns in order
to capture cost - savings from retrofits;
Exploring establishing a citizen volunteer energy committee to explore further clean energy
opportunities in Lynnfield, using the LEAP recommendations and RMLD program offerings as
a starting point.
2 An asterisk sign ( *) indicates buildings without electric energy consumption data in the MEI account.
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1.1 Provide
• Set up a streamlined process to conned residents and businesses with
Outreach
information to
information and opportunities to pursue energy efficiency or renewable energy
Strategies for
residents and
projects through RMLD program offerings
X X Energy Efforts, p.
businesses on existing
. Consider launching time - sensitive campaigns to increase program participation
55
programs
with specific incentives and rewards
1.2 Create Green
Partner with RMLD, the Reading -North Reading Chamber of Commerce, and other
Local Green
Award /Green Business
relevant entities to launch a Green Business Award and /or Green Business Program
X Business Program,
Program
(could also be extended to residents) to celebrate achievements and incentivize
p. 48
activities.
Evaluate best options for facilitating energy efficiency improvements for local
1. Align town
businesses, such as:
Support s
efforts with
. Commercial PACE, a financing program for commercial buildings that
om mercial progra ogre
RMLD program comms
provides upfront capital for efficiency or distributed renewable projects,
X
offerings. with enabling local
which is then repaid through a line item on the property tax bill.
policy
• Energy Improvement Districts (EIDs), similar to establishing a Business
Improvement District (BID) but the funds are used specifically for efficiency
and renewable energy projects.
1.4 Review monthly
• Assign municipal staff representative to meet with RMLD staff and review
energy reports with
monthly energy reports
X X X X
RMLD
• Identify opportunities to improve facilities and operations to optimize building
performance and energy use
1.5 Upgrade to
• Request LED Street Light Rate from RMLD to capture energy cost- savings
energy- efficient street
• Assess opportunities for efficient street light upgrades
X X X X
lighting
• Participate in group purchasing opportunities to achieve cost savings through
economies of scale
2. Build town 2.1 Establish local
• Reading and North Reading have existing volunteer communities with a mission
Creating an
capacity and energy committees in
to support energy, climate and /or sustainability projects.
X X Energy
sustained Lynnfield and
• Lynnfield and Wilmington could explore creating their own volunteer
Committee, p. 22
investment in Wilmington
committees to support implementation of similar projects.
clean energy
activities. 2.2 Institutionalize a
• Set up annual review process for regular updates and evaluation of local
X X X X Annual Review of
Four -Town Energy Task
progress on the energy action plan
Energy Action
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Force
2.3 Shared energy
Explore the possibility of sharing an energy manager or coordinator position
staff
between the 4 towns.
Equivalence: Designate areas to be zoned for as -of -right siting of renewable
generation or R &D facilities
3.1 As -of -right siting
Work with RMLD/MAPC to identify best sites from a feasibility perspective
for renewable energy
(resource availability & priority grid areas)
projects
Better: Establish Priority Development Areas (PDAs) for renewable energy
development and create a package of incentives and technical assistance (with
MAPC and RMLD help) to encourage that use
Equivalence: Adopt an expedited application and permitting process under which
3.2 Expedited
the facilities subject to the as -of -right siting provision may be sited within 1 year
permitting
(MGL ch 43 D process qualifies)
Better: Conduct a full analysis of zoning code and permitting practices with an eye
to eliminating barriers to renewable energy and efficiency projects
3. Achieve Green
E9uivalence: Baseline municipal energy use and work with RMLD to create a plan to
Communities 3.3 Energy Reduction
reduce this baseline use by 20% or more over a 5 -year period.
equivalence or Plan
Better: Create a plan that aligns with proposed and more ambitious RMLD goals to
better.
reduce 10% every year until 2005 levels are reached
Consider performance contracting as a way to achieve these goals
3.4 Fuel- efficient
Equivalence: Adopt a policy of purchasing only fuel - efficient vehicles for municipal
vehicle purchasing
use whenever available and practical
policy
Better: Develop and amend policy with a strategy for electric vehicle adoption and
charging infrastructure for the 4 towns and RMLD
Equivalence: Adopt Stretch code requiring new construction to be built 30% more
efficient than base building code
Better: Establish an Energy Conservation Ordinance (ECO) that adds "trigger points"
3.5 Stretch Code
for meeting standards in addition to new construction, such as sale or major
renovation
Consider more comprehensive requirements for new construction: LEED equivalence;
other local criteria or rating system
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X X X X
X X X X
X X X X
X X X X
X X X X
X X X X
Plan, p. 36
Ex =1
Action Strategies
II -21 1 Energy Action Strategies
CREATING AN ENERGY COMMITTEES
Action: Create a Community Energy Advisory Committee to plan for community clean energy efforts
and manage energy efficiency and renewable energy projects.
Target Sector: Municipal Sector
Objective Met: Build town capacity and sustained investment in clean energy activities.
Key Implementers: Town Managers /Administrators; Boards of Selectmen; existing volunteer
committees
A Community Energy Advisory Committee /Energy Committee engages community members in
actively participating in decision making processes concerning local clean energy planning and
management. It is a valuable resource for building municipal internal capacity for clean energy
work, capturing local expertise and public views, generating innovative ideas for future projects,
as well as building trust in municipal - community collaborations in pursuing energy goals and
actions.
In general, an Energy Committee is an independent committee, task force, or advisory board
appointed by and responding to the Board of Selectmen or City Council/Mayor. This strategy
outlines the process for establishing a local Community Energy Advisory Committee /Energy
Committee to plan for community clean energy efforts and oversee energy efficiency and
renewable energy projects.
Program Overview
Establish Committee Develop clear purposes and goals of the Town 10 hours
purpose and Committee and define the scope of key manager /administrator
structure. Committee tasks.
Establish Committee. Obtain the relevant approvals to authorize Town 5 hours
a Community Energy Advisory group. manager /administrator,
Board of Selectmen
Recruit members. Recruit members that are compatible with Town 10 hours
the Committee's mission. manager /administrator
Maintain Committee. Establish operating procedures and Energy Committee On -going
perform Committee functions.
Program Implementation Steps
1. Establish Committee Purpose and Structure.
3 This energy action strategy builds upon the 1998 Environmental Protection Agency "Community Advisory Group Toolkit,"
the 2009 California Environmental Protection Agency Department of Toxic Substance Control California Environmental
Protection Agency "Community Advisory Group (CAG) Handbook," and the 2008 U.S. Department of Education "Building an
Effective Advisory Committee Fact Sheet."
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• Create a mission statement - Develop a clear mission statement defining the purposes
and primary objectives of the Energy Committee, keeping in mind of existing
opportunities and challenges in advancing community clean energy efforts, current
municipal energy goals and priorities, as well as community principles and values. An
effective mission statement should be:
• Convincing and easy -to- understand,
• Free of jargon,
• Short and to -the- point, and
• Articulated in a way that inspires support and ongoing commitment.
• Define Committee structure and scope - Establish a well- defined charter that clearly
outlines the structure and operating procedures of the Committee. Identify the role of
the Energy Committee in performing energy planning and management work in the
community and define how the Committee should help the municipality in advancing
local clean energy efforts. Important questions that should be considered include:
• What community functions does the Energy Committee perform?
• How does the Energy Committee carry out its responsibilities?
• What authorities and decision - making powers does the Energy Committee hold?
• How do members of the Energy Committee communicate with each other?
• How does the Energy Committee communicate and collaborate with municipal
departments and community stakeholders?
• Who should the Energy Committee report to, and how?
• What is the annual budget available for the Energy Committee?
• Name the Committee - The name of the Committee helps define the purpose and scope
of the organization both internally and to the public. While this strategy uses the terms
"Community Energy Advisory Committee," there are many alternatives that may be more
suitable for the mission, the audience, and the authority of the group, such as Energy
Advisory Board, Clean Energy Task Force, Energy & Sustainability Committee, and
Climate Action Group. Similar to a mission statement, the name of the group should be
short and easy -to- understand and should clearly address the primary objectives of the
advisory group.
2. Establish Committee.
• Obtain relevant local approvals - A community advisory body is generally appointed by
the legislative body (e.g. Mayor, City Council, Board of Selectmen, etc.). The community
II -23 1 Creating an Energy Committee
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should review local statues and identify the legal procedures required for obtaining
approvals to establish an advisory group.
3. Recruit Members.
• Define membership and leadership - Given the Committee's mission, primary
responsibilities, and municipal capacity, define the internal organization of the advisory
group. Identify the roles needed to carry out regular Committee functions and decide
how internal decisions will be made within the group. Additionally, identify the criteria
for selecting Committee members (e.g. local residency, able to meet once a month,
understanding of energy systems, grants writing experience, web - editing skills, etc.) Based
on the requirements and constraints for the Energy Committee, determine the number of
Committee members needed and the duration of Committee membership. If a leadership
position, such as a chairperson or an executive board, is required, establish the
procedures for selecting the leaders and define clearly the duties, the authorities, and the
duration of the position.
• Recruit members that fit with the Committee's mission - Based on the definition of
membership and leadership, establish the procedures for selecting Committee members
(e.g. nomination, voluntary, etc.). Engage with community stakeholders that fit the
Committee's mission and share the Committee's passion in local clean energy work,
keeping in mind a balance of cultural, racial, age, and gender representation. The
community should plan its engagement methods strategically to reach local stakeholders
with the skills and experience the Committee needs.
Tips: It may be helpful to start the engagement process with community stakeholders that
have actively participated in local events in the past and may have already expressed an
interest in being involved with local energy projects. These stakeholders may be good
candidates for Committee membership and may also provide a valuable insight on other
community members that the community should reach out to.
• Provide thorough orientation - Explain to recruited members the mission of the
Committee and their expected responsibilities. Provide background materials, such as
community energy baseline, municipal building energy audits, and past project reports to
help members define the challenges and opportunities in pursing energy work in the
community and identify how they can help achieve the Committee's primary objectives.
4. Maintain Committee.
• Establishing meeting procedures - Determine when and where the Committee will
meet. Establish the frequency and time frame of the meetings. Be sure to plan flexibly to
allow for alternative meeting time or additional meetings as issues arise.
Tips: Regular Committee meetings should be frequent enough to maintain interest and
momentum, but not so often that they lose the purpose and relevance.
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Additional meeting procedures the Committee should consider include methods for
announcing regular meetings and documenting meeting notes, as well as attendees of the
regular Committee meetings. For example, should the entire community be invited to
every regular Committee meeting? In what format and to whom should the meeting notes
be distributed?
Plan for and implement energy projects - The Committee should work with municipal
staff and community organizations, as well as communicate with local residents and
businesses to pursue clean energy goals and projects. In order to expand resource for
advancing the community's energy cost saving and greenhouse gas reduction potentials,
the Energy Committee should regularly research and identify grant funding and
innovating financing opportunities for clean energy projects.
• Maintain and celebrate Committee activities - The following tips are provided by the
U.S. Department of Education on how to effectively and productively maintain a
community advisory group.
■ Pursue projects that have obtainable goals and are compatible with the
Committee's mission.
■ Encourage members in taking lead on projects, but make sure the activities are
within the Committee's scope and capacity.
■ Seek out new members and provide a thorough orientation for those who join.
■ Provide regular updates about Committee activates to local municipal officials and
the community. Potential methods for promoting the Committee's work may include flyers,
posters at public events, presentations at schools, press releases on local media broadcasts,
and announcements on municipal website, local MA Patch website, and Energy Committee
website.
References
California Environmental Protection Agency Department of Toxic Substances Control. (2009)
"Community Advisory Group (CAG) Handbook." Available online at:
http : / /www.dtsc.ca.g_oy /Getlnvolved /upload /PP Guidance CAG.pdf
Environmental Protection Agency. (1998) "Community Advisory Group Toolkit: For the
Community. "Available online at:
http://www.epa.gov/stiperfund/commLinityZcagZpdfs/cagtlktc.pdf
U.S. Department of Education. (2008) "Building an Effective Advisory Committee Fact Sheet."
Available online at: httL): / /educationnorthwest.org,/webfm send /232
II -25 1 Crew €ting an Errerg ,,F Committee ,5- ��
MONTHLY ENERGY REPORT DEVELOPMENT GUIDE
Action: Develop monthly energy reports.
Target Sector: Municipal Sector
Objective Met: Increase RMLD programs for municipal customers.
Key Implementers: RMLD Energy Services Division; Commercial Account Manager; Town Public
Works /Facilities staff
This strategy is intended to provide guidance to help the RMLD provide its municipal customers
with monthly energy reports on the status of energy use across their portfolio of accounts and
facilities. RMLD will build on the available data in MassEnergylnsight (MEI) and help the towns
institutionalize the practice of reviewing their energy consumption and expenditures on a regular
basis, and begin to identify opportunities for efficiency upgrades.
For reference, the following conversion factors are used to compare physical fuel units with Btu
(British thermal units):
Fuel Type
Electricity
Natural Gas
Fuel Oil
Propane
Referenced Data Set:
Units
Factor
MMBTU/ kWh
0.003412
MMBTU/ therm
0.1
MMBTU/ gallon
0.139
MMBTU/ gallon
0.091
The following two datasets are available in each municipality's MEI account under the "View
Report" tab. Datasets in MEI can be exported as Excel files under "Export > Crosstab."
• MassEnergyInsight "Data Loaded - Detail"
• MassEnergyInsight "Annual Usage Patterns"
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Step -by -Step Instructions:
Step 1. Find the monthly municipal energy consumption for each month by fuel types. Use
the "Annual Usage Patterns" dataset to determine the monthly energy use data for each month
by fuel types for each fiscal year.
SHEET 1 - Monthly Energy Use
y Use
A
B
C
D
E
1
F
Electric (kWh)
Electric kWh
Gas therms
Gas (therms)
2
Gas
therms
FY 2011
FY 2012
FY 2011
FY 2012
3
July
450,125
414,325
4,701
3,801
4
August
353,372
370,813
2,844
4,223
5
September
436,226
387,430
3,535
3,686
6
October
439,407
452,951
4,354
4,854
7
November
472,799
415,025
40,269
30,360
8
December
453,242
435,515
90,697
39,787
9
January
453,242
435,515
125,689
120,657
10
February
531,282
486,796
165,760
122,244
11
March
497,115
90,697
107,889
61,926
12
April
445,783
531,282
53,580
33,017
13
May
528,472 1
1
34,934
15,247
1
1 June 1
413,861 1
1
10,344
5,856
Step 2. Adjust the building energy consumption for historical weather conditions. Refer to the
Simple -Ratio Weather Normalization method in Appendix A to correct the heating fuel
consumption for each municipal building for the following heating fuel types:
a. Natural Gas
b. Fuel Oil
SHEET 1 - Monthly Ener
y Use
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
1
Electric
kWh
Electric
kWh
Gas
therms
Gas (therms) -
Normalized
Gas
therms
Gas (therms) -
Normalized
2
FY 2011
FY 2012
FY 2011
FY 2011
FY 2012
FY 2012
3
July
450,125
414,325
4,701
4,438
3,801
4,459
4
1 August
353,372
370,813
2,844
2,685
4,223
4,954
5
September
436,226
387,430
3,535
3,337
3,686
4,324
6
October
439,407
452,951
4,354
4,110
4,854
51694
7
November
472,799
415,025
40,269
38,014
30,360
35,612
8
December
453,242
435,515
90,697
85,618
39,787
46,670
9
January
531,282
486,796
125,689
118,651
120,657
141,531
10
February
497,115
165,760
156,478
122,244
143,393
11
March
445,783
107,889
101,848
61,926
72,639
12
April
528,472
53,580
50,580
33,017
38,729
13
May
413,861
34,934
32,978
15,247
17,885
14
June
445,624
10,344
9,765
5,856
6,869
Step 3. Find the monthly municipal energy expenditure for each month by fuel types. Use
the "Annual Usage Patterns" dataset to determine the monthly energy cost data for each month
by fuel types for each fiscal year. (Please note that there may be more than one columns associated with
the same fuel type under the same fiscal year in the "Annual Usage Patterns" dataset. The additions
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columns are energy cost associated with competitive supplier. Please aggregate all energy cost under for the
same fuel type under the same fiscal year before creating the "Monthly Energy Cost" table.)
SHEET 2 - Monthly Energy Cost
A
...._...... _.._
A
B
C
D
E
1
Electric (kWh)
Electric kWh
Gas (therms)
Gas (therms)
2
Complex
FY 2011
FY 2012
FY 2011
FY 2012
3
Jul
$501,283
$467,826
$10,714
$7,134
4
August
$396,191
$417,182
$7,452
$8,807
5
September
$491,992
$434,087
$8,723
$7,872
6
October
$497,578
$506,009
$9,165
$9,291
7
November
$534,645
$464,066
$74,051
$51,252
8
December
$510,177
$488,816
$178,286
$66,759
9
January
$596,439
$545,497
$246,746
$228,411
10
February
$557,400
$467,826
$326,479
$230,960
11
March
1 $500,676
1
1 $209,280
$92,589
12
April
$590,648
.. . ._ _ ..._.... ......... _ ......................... ..
Electric
kWh 28,960 33,120
$84,808
$50,479
13
May
$464,254
Gas
(therms)... 57 561.
$50,340
$23,132
14
June
$501,731
$16,898
$9,947
Step 4. Find the monthly building energy consumption for each month by fuel types by
building. Use the "Data Loaded - Detail" dataset to determine the monthly building energy use
data for each month by fuel types for each fiscal year.
...._. ...___.._._._.._.._.._..- - - - - -. ...._ . ........... ........................ _ ..... _. _______._ .... _ ...... __.._. _._......__......_........_._._ - -- _._._.__.._ ........... ._ ....... ---------.___ ___.._._.- _._ ........... - .....
.
SHEET 3 - Monthly Buildina Enerav Use
....._......_......_
A
...._...... _.._
B
_._..._...._..._ .............................._._
C
f............._.....__......._.........._......._ ......_....._......._.-
D j E F
_..._._. _._..... T....._- .._.._....__._.........
BI
- - .._,.._......_..._. _......._.__..._...._.......... {
1
2008.....
FY 2008
FY 2 12
2
Department
Complex
Facility_
..... ......................._...._FY ............. ..................
Fuel its July August
............. .......... ...................... ............................... ..................
January
3
School
High School
Electric
-- - -
Department
- --
(kWh) 212,600 206,400
- - -- - --
174,400
i
4
School
High School
Gas
Department
therms 463 4,112
32,254
S
School
Middle
Electric
Department
P_ ...................
_...._...._........._
School _.. ..................._�......_..)
kWh 46 400 39,200
...... �..
52,000
_ a
6
School
Middle
Gas
j
Department
School
(therms) 186: 249
1,452
}
_
21
........... _ _ ...... _ ...
Country Club
- .... _ ..... ..
Country
Club
_ .........
Main
Building
.. . ._ _ ..._.... ......... _ ......................... ..
Electric
kWh 28,960 33,120
........................ ....
12,960
22
Country Club
Country
Club i
Garage
Gas
(therms)... 57 561.
2,398.....1
Step 5. Find the building energy consumption for the given month. Find the column for the
given month (e.g. SHEET 3 Column BI) on "SHEET 3 - Monthly Building Energy Use" and
determine the energy used for each building by fuel types for the given month on a new "SHEET
4 - Building Energy Use." Convert the consumption in physical units to MMBTU. Please
remember to normalize the consumptions values of all building heating fuel use using the Simple Ratio
Weather Normalization method as noted in Appendix A.
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. . .... ........ ................. ............................ - .............. ...................................... .............................. --- ...................................... ............................................... ......................... -- .......... ....................................... .......................................... ..........................
SHEET 4 B n
vild ing � _�Ty Use — . y 2 Januar012
--------------- T- — . .... .
A B C D E
SHEET 4 — Building
Electricity Electricity Natural Gas
Natural Gas (MMBTU) — Weather
...... ........ ...
MMBTU r
therms
Normalized
i 2 Elementary School
25,440 87 7,342
........... . ......... . .. ------ ......
861
3 Middle School
41,280 141 22,026
2,584
............. .......... . . . .. - . ..... ..........
4 I High School
. . .... ......... ...... .. . ...
.......... .. . . ...... ............. - ........... ...................................... ............ ........... . ..... .
17,680 60 8 -466
99 2
....... . . .... .... ..... .. .... .... . ... . .
5 Police Station
. .......
........ . .. . ..... . . .
. .. .... I ............
i 24,000 82 4,044
........... ------ ----------
474
..... . . ........... —.11--- - - --
Step 6. Aggregate the total energy consumption for each building for the given month and
insert the floor area for each building. Use the "SUM" function to determine the total energy
consumption for each building for the given month. Insert a column to identify the floor area in
sq. ft using information from MEI for each building.
Step 7. Create a monthly energy report template. Create a new sheet, "Energy Report," and set
the "View" setting as "Page Layout" to view the document as printed pages for formatting
purpose.
Step 8. Create a general monthly energy use summary table. Use "SHEET 1 - Monthly Energy
Use" and "SHEET 2 - Monthly Energy Cost" to create a table that summarizes the monthly
energy use and monthly energy cost for the given month and the historic energy use for the same
month in previous fiscal years. Please remember to normalize the consumptions values of all building
heating fuel use using the Simple Ratio Weather Normalization method as noted in Appendix A.
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SHEET 4 — Building
Energy Use — January 2012
A
C D
E G
-4 - — — -- — ---- - ------
Floor Area
: ur Natural Gas (MMBTU) —
Electricity I Electricity Natural Gas
Total
(s .ft)
1 (kWh) (MMBTU) (therms) Weather Normalized
MMBTU
2
Elementary
60,000
25,440
87 i 7,342 1 861 1
948
3
School
.. . . .... .. . .............. ......... . .............
Middle School
.....................
96,0*00*
......................................
41,280
. ..... ....... ..... ..
141 22,0:i6
4-
2,725
4
High School
330,000
..............
17,680
. . ....
0--
6 8460 992
-'-----
4,378
5
........................
Police Station
....... . ......................... . ..... ... .
29,430
.. . . ........... . ........................ ... . ..............
24000
82 4,044 474
-1. . ..... . ............ . ......
604
Step 7. Create a monthly energy report template. Create a new sheet, "Energy Report," and set
the "View" setting as "Page Layout" to view the document as printed pages for formatting
purpose.
Step 8. Create a general monthly energy use summary table. Use "SHEET 1 - Monthly Energy
Use" and "SHEET 2 - Monthly Energy Cost" to create a table that summarizes the monthly
energy use and monthly energy cost for the given month and the historic energy use for the same
month in previous fiscal years. Please remember to normalize the consumptions values of all building
heating fuel use using the Simple Ratio Weather Normalization method as noted in Appendix A.
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Step 7. Determine the distribution of energy expenditure by fuel types. Create a pie chart that
identifies the distribution of energy expenditure for each fuel type using the energy cost for each
fuel type (blue cells) in the "Monthly Energy Use" summary table.
.. . . . . . ................ . . . . .. ..............
SHEET 5 - Energy Report - Page I
Step 8. Compare the energy consumption for the given month with previous records. Create
a bar chart that demonstrates the energy consumption for the given month this year and in
previous fiscal years for each fuel type in MMBTU (blue cells) in the "Monthly Energy Use"
summary table.
SHEET 5 Energy Report - Page 1 l tt
................... ...... ....... . ............ ................. ................. ............ . ..........
A B D -E 1 F G
...... . . ........ ........... .......... ............................... .. ................... ... ......... .................. ..... . . .. .... . . ... ......... .............
1 1 Town of X
2 1 Monthly Energy Report - January, 2012
3
1 4 Monthly Energy Use
5
6
7 Jan 2012 Energy Use 486,796 1,661 141,531 1 14,153 15,814
8 Cost $486,796 $228,411 $715,207
9 Jan 2011 Energy Use 531,282 1,813 118,651 11,865 13,678
'-1-0 Jan 2010 Energy Use 1,135,410 3,874 116,723 11,672 15,546
11 Jan 2009 Energy Use
585,959 1,999 75,695 7,569 9,569
12
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......................... ............................ -
A B C b
E
--- ..........
F
...........
G
1
Town of X
2
....... .
3
Monthly Energy Report - January, 2012
.......... . ............... . . ............................. . . ........ . .............. .. .. ..
T
.... ... .. .
.................. . . .......... . .............. . .......
. ........ ..... ... .. ..............................................
4
......................................... ......... .......... .............
Monthly Energy
5
486,796 1 1,661
141,531 14,153
15,814
6
7
Jan 2012
Energy Use
Cost
$486,796
$228,411
$715,207
9
Jan 2011
Energy Use
531,282
1,813
118,651
1 1,865
13,678
10
Jan 2010
Energy Use
1,135,410
3,874
116,723
11,672
15,546
11
Jan 2009
Energy Use
585,959
1,999
75,695
7,569
9,569
12
1 13
Energy Consumption by Fuel Types
14
15
a Electricity
16
........ ......... . .....
17
a Natural Gas
18
19
20
21
22
23
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Step 8. Compare the energy consumption for the given month with previous records. Create
a bar chart that demonstrates the energy consumption for the given month this year and in
previous fiscal years for each fuel type in MMBTU (blue cells) in the "Monthly Energy Use"
summary table.
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Step 9. Create a snapshot of energy consumption by buildings by fuel types. Create a bar chart
that demonstrates the energy consumption for each building by fuel types using Electricity
MMBTU (Column D) and Gas MMBTU - Weather Normalized (Column F) on "SHEET 4 -
Building Energy Use."
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Step 10. Create a building energy efficiency summary table. Create a table on a new page on
"SHEET 5 - Energy Report ". Insert the floor areas for each building (SHEET 4 Column B) and
the total energy consumption (SHEET 4 Column G) from "SHEET 4 - Monthly Energy Use"
into the energy efficiency table. Determine the energy efficiency (SHEET 5 Column E) of each
building by converting the Total MMBTU (Column D) to kBTU and dividing the consumption
value by the floor area of each building (SHEET 5 Column Q.
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Example: Calculate the energy efficiency for Elementary School (Cell E2).
E2 = D2 *1000 /C2
Step 11. Create a snapshot of building energy efficiency. Export the "Efficiency and Use" chart
for the current fiscal year under the "Buildings to Target" section under the "View Report" tab
in MEI.
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Facility Energy Summary
Follow Step 12 to Step 16 to create an energy summary for each facility identified in the
municipal building inventory.
Step 12. Create a facility energy consumption summary. On a new page on "SHEET 5 -
Energy Report," create a table that summarizes the electricity and heating fuel consumption for
each facility for the given this year and in the past fiscal years using the information from
"SHEET 3 - Monthly Building Energy Use." Convert the physical units to MMBTU. Please
remember to normalize the consumptions values of all building heating fuel use using the Simple Ratio
Weather Normalization method as noted in Appendix A.
Step 13. Aggregate the total energy consumption for all fuel types for each building. Use
"SUM" function to determine the total energy consumption in MMBTU for each building.
Step 14. Compare the building energy consumption for the given month with previous
records. Create a bar chart that demonstrates the building energy consumption for the given
month this year and in previous fiscal years for each fuel type in MMBTU (blue cells) in the
"Facility Energy Use" summary table.
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Step 15. Determine the building energy efficiency for the given month in this year and
previous fiscal years. Find the building energy efficiency value by converting the total energy
consumption (Column F) to kBTU and dividing the value by the building floor area in sq.ft.
Example: Calculate the building energy efficiency for January 2012 (Cell G8).
G8=F8* 1000/$D$5
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Step 16. Compare the building energy use intensity for the given month with previous
records. Create a scatter graph that demonstrates the building energy consumption and energy
efficiency for the given month this year and in previous fiscal years (blue cells) in the "Facility
Energy Use" summary table. Set total energy consumption (Column F) as the y values and energy
efficiency (Column G) the x values.
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ANNUAL REVIEW OF ENERGY ACTION PLAN
Action: Institutionalize a Four -Town Energy Task Force to establish an agreed -upon process for
regular updates and evaluation of local progress on the energy action plan.
Target Sector: Municipal Sector
Objective Met: Build town capacity and sustained investment in clean energy activities.
Key Implementers: Town staff and volunteer committees; RMLD Energy Services Division
The RMLD Four -Town Energy Action Plan is intended to be a living document that can be
continually supplemented and passed down to stakeholders in RMLD and the four towns on an
ongoing basis. To that end, the four towns should annually review progress made towards
meeting the goals and implementing the actions described in the plan, and update it as needed.
This strategy describes how the towns can coordinate a Four -Town Energy Task Force and
establish an annual review process to review and update the Energy Action Plan, evaluate
strategy implementation processes, document achievements, and identify new opportunities and
goals for the municipal, residential, and commercial sectors.
Program Overview
Establish a Four-
Coordinate an Energy Task Force
Town 5 hours
Town Energy Task
comprised of RMLD staff, municipal staff,
managers /administrators
Force.
and community stakeholders from the
four towns to annually review and
update the Energy Action Plan.
Conduct annual
Create annual report to document the
Four -Town Energy Task 5 hours
review.
actions adopted and achievements made.
Force
Plan for next steps.
Hold annual meetings with local clean
Four -Town Energy Task 10 hours
energy stakeholders to update goals and
Force
identify implementation projects for the
project year.
Program Implementation Steps
The following section describes a three -step process for implementing an annual review of the
Energy Action Plan.
1. Establish a Four -Town Energy Task Force.
Town managers /administrators from the four towns should establish a Four -Town Energy
Task Force comprised of RMLD staff and representatives from each community that is
dedicated to meet annually and plan for new implementation actions for the upcoming
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project year. Members of the Task Force may include a RMLD staff member, as well as a
municipal staff member and a community member from each town. The following list is an
example of energy stakeholders the towns should consider inviting to participate in the
Energy Task Force:
• Building Department
• Department of Public Works
• School Department
• Community energy advisory groups (e.g. Reading Climate Action Committee, North
Reading, and the potential Lynnfield and Wilmington Energy Committees)
• Chamber of Commerce
The Task Force will be responsible for documenting existing energy work, evaluating
implementation progress, identifying new goals, strategies, and implementable projects, as
well as updating the Energy Action Plan, so that it continues to provide relevant guidance on
how to pursue energy efforts in the four towns.
2. Create an Annual Energy Action Update.
Every year the Four -Town Energy Task Force should conduct an annual review of the four
towns' clean energy efforts, documenting the progress made in implementing the Energy
Action Plan. The review should culminate in an annual Four -Town Energy Action Update
that serves as a written record of the four towns' clean energy work. The report should
document the strategies and specific actions adopted over the past year, as well as the goals
accomplished. The report will be uploaded annually onto the municipal clean energy
websites to inform the community of the municipalities' clean energy effort and success. The
following items could be included in the annual update, when possible and relevant:
• Energy baselines and benchmarking - An energy baseline should identify the aggregated
annual energy consumptions and expenditures for the municipal, residential, and
commercial sectors. The towns can compile information from the Monthly Energy
Report and data from their Mass EnergyInsight accounts to benchmark municipal energy
reductions. If a semi - annual process for obtaining updated natural gas consumption data
in the residential and commercial sectors is established, comparisons to this baseline can
and should also be made. If possible, this section should also include information on
other quantifiable metrics, such as customer participation rates in RMLD energy
efficiency and clean energy programs and in MassSave incentive programs.
■ Progress - The Energy Action Update should provide an overview of the community's
progress in implementing projects, as well as an assessment of whether the community
is on track with achieving its goals as documented in the plan. It is important to keep
a detailed record of the implementation process of the Energy Action Plan, so new
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employees, volunteers, and other municipalities can build upon this institutional
knowledge for future project implementation. The Task Force should identify and
document all strategies from the Energy Action Plan that have been implemented
and /or are being implemented in the annual update. The description of each
accomplished strategy should contain the following attributes:
• Overview of the strategy
• Goals fulfilled by the strategy
• Process of implementation
• Key implementers
• Key contacts
• Financing mechanisms
o Current stage of implementation
(planning, in progress, or completed)
o Specific actions (e.g. programs, policy,
projects, outreach events)
o Short -term results
o Projected outcomes (e.g. energy and cost
savings, payback year)
Performance Evaluation - It is important that the review process acknowledge the
effectiveness of previously adopted strategies. The Four -Town Energy Task Force
should benchmark each strategy prior to the adoption for performance evaluation
purpose and assess the outcomes of the strategies at the end of each year. The
performance evaluation section highlights both strategies that demonstrate the best
outcomes and ones that are experiencing the biggest challenges with implementation.
For each of the listed strategies, the Task Force should discuss the factors that
contribute to the success or difficulties with adopting the strategy and provide
recommendations for future implementations.
3. Plan for Next Steps.
One purpose of the annual review is to identify new clean energy opportunities and to plan
for next steps. At the end of each fiscal year, the Task Force should build upon project
implementation progress in the previous year and decide on new implementation actions for
the upcoming project year. The Task Force should consider the following:
a. Revise Energy Action Plan. Edit strategies utilizing input from the annual report and
annual process review.
b. Identify goals, strategies, and implementable projects for the upcoming year based on
the following attributes: the progress of past projects, internal capacity, and availability of
funding.
c. Designate key implementers for each strategy.
d. Prepare for project implementation. Identify the available resources and possible
performance measures for each strategy to provide guidance for adoption. Create and
distribute memos informing key implementers of the selected strategies for the upcoming
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year and recommendations for implementation. Update local clean energy websites to
inform the community of the municipality's goals for the upcoming year.
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RMLD RESIDENTIAL PROGRAM
Action: Design and implement a residential program offered through the RMLD.
Target Sector: Residential Sector
Objective Met: Increase RMLD residential program offerings.
Key Implementer: RMLD Energy Services Division; RMLD auditor and other energy vendors under
contract
Related Strategies: Demand Response Program, Community Solar and Net - Metering, Outreach
Strateaies for Enerav Efforts
The purpose of this strategy is to coordinate existing RMLD incentives for residential energy
efficiency, demand response and distributed generation with new incentives and services to be
developed as part of a comprehensive Residential Program offered through the Energy Services
Division.
The RMLD Residential Program can offer residential customers in Reading, North Reading,
Wilmington and Lynnfield opportunities to improve the performance of their homes, reduce
their energy costs and invest in local renewable energy. The potential to improve energy
efficiency and reduce RMLD peak load and greenhouse gas emissions through a residential
program is significant: the overwhelming majority of homes in the RMLD territory are single -
family (82 %) and owner - occupied (84 %), and 60% of RMLD's customers heat their homes with
oil - twice the statewide percenta0 -, of oil heat customers. In order to optimize participation
across program offerings,; the RMLD should clearly and consistently market the variety of
available rates, rebates and incentives, as well as develop a top -down strategy for targeting
customers that would benefit the most from specific offerings (e.g., air source heat pumps for oil
heat customers).
The RMLD Residential Program is a''three- pronged program focused on the following categories:
1. Home energy audits, efficiency and weatherization - All RMLD residential customers are
eligible to receive a free home energy audit through the Residential Program. RMLD
customers that heat with natural gas from National Grid are eligible for free energy audits
and weatherization incentives through the MassSave program. In order to ensure that the
RMLD does not pay for audits that should be paid for by MassSave, and that natural gas
customers are accessing the MassSave incentives to which they are entitled, the RMLD
should require its auditor to be qualified as a MassSave home performance contractor. The
RMLD will provide equivalent energy audits for customers that heat with oil, and can
support these customers with additional offerings as they relate to electricity consumption,
e.g., on -bill financing for electric air source heat pumps (ASHPs). In order to present a
uniform program to customers regardless of heating fuel type, RMLD should continue to
explore options to help oil heat customers weatherize their homes and reduce their energy
use, within reason as an electric utility. Since custom measures for oil heat customers may be
more challenging for the MassSave- qualified auditor to incorporate into their customer
service approach, RMLD may find it necessary to retain additional internal staff capacity to
support oil heat customers and educate them about their options outside of the MassSave
program.
The RMLD Residential Program will offer a package of incentives to reduce electricity
consumption to customers regardless of heating fuel type, such as EnergyStar appliance
rebates and a free light bulb program.
2. Demand response controls and time -of -use rates - This category includes demand response
controls for hot water heaters, which are installed as part of the RMLD Electric Hot Water
Heater Rate, and could be extended to include air conditioning units and air source heat
pumps (ASHPs). In addition, the RMLD offers a Time -of -Use rate, which could be more
aggressively marketed to customers as part of a behavioral /energy education package. For more
information, refer to the "Demand Response Program" strategy on page 43.
3. Community solar and distributed generation - To develop more renewable and distributed
generation assets across the RMLD portfolio, the RMLD can offer two opportunities for
residential customers: 1) a straightforward net - metering policy and incentive structure for
residential distributed generation (e.g., PV arrays), and 2) a community solar garden in which
residents can invest by "purchasing" an individually- metered solar panel. For more information,
refer to the "Community Solar and Net Metering" strategy on:,page 45.
RMLD auditors, customer service representatives, and Energy Services staff should be
knowledgeable of all program offerings and understand how to make recommendations about
rates and equipment upgrades to customers based on their basic energy use profile (e.g., heating
fuel type, existing water heater and HVAC equipment, etc). In order to increase customer
participation and program effectiveness, RMLD should develop and distribute marketing
materials that help customers understand the requirements, energy cost savings and other
benefits of each program offering. In addition, RMLD could implement both top -down, data -
driven strategies and grassroots, campaign -based strategies to drive customer participation in
specific activities (such as purchasing shares in the community solar garden).
PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION OVERVIEW
RMLD already offers most of the specific rebates, incentives and rates mentioned above.
Implementation of a comprehensive Residential Program therefore calls primarily for a
marketing and outreach strategy that presents these offerings in a clear and consistent manner,
so that customers understand how to best take advantage to the opportunities that are available
to them. RMLD may choose to contract with an outside vendor for the design and
implementation of some targeted marketing and outreach efforts for the Residential Program in
its early stages and possibly on an ongoing basis, depending on results.
Some possible marketing and outreach strategies may include:
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• "One- stop- shop" website portal. The RMLD Energy Conservation page can be the home
base for all resources relating to the Residential Program. These links and marketing
materials should be revamped and consolidated to help customers more easily understand
the options available to them, and the requirements and cost savings involved in taking a
specific action.
• Targeted, data - driven outreach. Through a combination of RMLD data, assessor data, and
other available data sources, customers can be identified and targeted based on relevant
attributes, such as: oil heat, existing time- of-use or electric water heater rate customers, solar
potential, energy use profiles, etc. Analysis of customers based on these attributes can be used
to develop targeted outreach strategies (such as mailers).
• Advanced topics workshops. The RMLD can host workshops for residents on a wide variety
of topics, possibly targeting residents with certain attributes as described above. These
workshops could be held as part of a regularly scheduled series, and advertised through the
schools or other
• Innovative incentives offered through Green Business program. Local businesses
participating in a RMLD or Town -based Green Business program could be asked to offer
rewards (such as gift certificates or other giveaways) to residents for achieving certain energy -
related goals, such as purchasing a share in the RMLD solar garden, winning a time -of -use
rate competition, signing up for a home energy audit in- store, and so forth.
• Campaigns and competitions. Limited -time offers (such as tiered pricing through a group
procurement of residential solar installations, a la Solarize Mass) and competitions can be an
effective strategy to increase customer participation in specific activities over a short period of
time.
• Partnerships with the towns, energy committees and other community groups. The RMLD
should leverage local energy action groups (such as the Reading Climate Action Committee
and North Reading Energy Study Committee) and other community stakeholders to
advertise program offerings, events, and campaigns /competitions as described above on an
as- needed basis.
For more information on how to conduct effective outreach to increase customer participation in utility
programs, see "Outreach Strategies for Energy Efforts" section on page 55.
Resources:
"Request a residential energy audit from the RMLD" Available online at:
http://www,rmld.com/Pages/rmldma conservation /ResiAuditRequest
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RESIDENTIAL DEMAND RESPONSE PROGRAM
Action: Develop and conduct outreach for a residential demand response program.
Target Sector: Residential Sector
Objective Met: Expand RMLD residential efficiency program offerings.
Key Implementer: RMLD Energy Services Division and other vendors under contract
Related Strategy: Outreach Strategies for Energy Efforts
Demand response (DR) can be described as a resource that allows consumers of electricity to
modify their usage of electricity by responding to price signals, which could be in the form of
financial incentives, reliability signals, or environmental conditions. End users of electricity
typically tend to be unresponsive to wholesale electricity prices. This can be a challenge for utility
providers during times of peak demand, because less efficient or more expensive generators must
be used to serve this demand. DR is an important resource for utilities because it allows them to
give their customers the option to reduce their electricity consumption or shift a portion of their
consumption away from peak hours. In doing so, utilities can benefit from avoiding the
expenditure of resources on expensive peak demand electricity.
IMPLEMENTING A DR PROGRAM
Two of the most common DR programs that utilities across the country are using today are
dynamic pricing and time rates (TOU). Dynamic pricing refers to the change of
consumers' electricity prices on a continuous basis. This provides a more accurate representation
of the true cost of electricity depending on peak and off- -peak demand. The successful
implementation of a dynamic pricing program requires a "smart" electricity grid infrastructure
consisting of appliances and meters on the customer side that transmit usage data in real time to
the utilities so that decisions can be made on demand -based pricing. Similarly, customers can
program their smart appliances to alter their usage in response to the price signals that utilities
set.
A TOU rate system is a less complex mechanism of encouraging users to shift their peak usage.
Utilities set a higher electricity rate for a predetermined peak time, and encourage customers to
shift some of their usage to off -peak hours when electricity rates are lower.
RMLD'S CURRENT EFFORTS
RMLD currently runs a TOU rate program that its customers can opt into. It works much like a
traditional TOU program with on -peak and off -peak times, and different electricity rates
associated with those respective time periods. RMLD has also recently employed the services of a
Sequentric control system that allows them to remotely control customers' appliances in
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response to demand.' There exists great potential for energy savings if customers are informed of
the program and are encouraged to sign up.
RECOMMENDATIONS
RMLD has made a great start to implementing DR programs that can mutually benefit both
themselves and their customers. With further efforts on data analysis and customer outreach,
there exists an even greater potential for more participants and consequent energy savings. Our
recommendations for RMLD regarding DR programs are as follows:
1. Analyze consumption data to identify potential customers.
2. Reorganize program information on RMLD's website in a more.user- friendly fashion.
3. Send information about the cost and energy benefits of TOU rates via email or utility
bills.
For more information on how to conduct effective outreach to increase customer participation in utility
programs, see "Outreach Strategies for Energy Efforts" on page 55.
" For more information, see Renew Grid. "RMLD Deploying Sequentric's Demand Response Tech." Available online at:
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COMMUNITY SOLAR & NET - METERING
Action: Design and conduct outreach for community solar and net - metering programs.
Target Sector: Residential Sector
Objective Met: Expand residential solar program offerings.
Key Implementer: RMLD Energy Services Division; Town staff and volunteer committees
Related Strategies: Outreach Strategies for Energy Efforts
While residential rooftop solar installations represent a positive step towards renewable energy
generation, the process can be prohibitive to some residents for a variety of reasons. A significant
capital investment is typically required up front; residents that rent their living space may not
have the permission of their landlord to install solar; condo and apartment owners may find that
have a very limited amount of roof space. A community solar garden project is a unique way to
address these concerns and give residents ownership of a renewable source of energy generation.
A solar garden can be defined as a solar electric array with multiple subscribers connected to the
utility grid. 5 These subscribers can be residents, businesses, or other organizations that are
entitled to purchase a portion of the electricity generated by the array. The garden is typically
built and maintained either by a utility company or a third party company, and is financed by
the up -front capital investments of its subscribers.
EXAMPLES OF SOLAR GARDENS
Quite a few states around the US have been enacting legislation to allow the legal operations of
solar gardens. After signing legislation in 2012, Colorado in particular has seen an overwhelming
amount of interest from residents who are keen to implement a solar garden in their
communities.6 Utility companies like Xcel energy have partnered with solar community garden
providers like SunShare to launch solar gardens that give residents the option to purchase a
single solar panel for an upfront cost, and receive all the energy that it generates as a credit on
their monthly electricity bill.7
Massachusetts has also established laws to allow the operation of solar gardens, resulting in the
creation of various solar cooperatives. The Brewster Community Solar Garden Cooperative, for
example, has successfully set up a large, 1440 -panel array in the town that provides its members
the electricity. generated by the array as a credit on their utility bill every month.' In this
particular program, the members purchase an upfront "SunShare ", entitling them to the
ownership of 28 panels.
5 For more information, see: http_/ /solarpanelhost org /gardenZmassachusetts /solar- gardens- mossachusetts.
6 For more information, see: http://www.dailycomera-com/news/`boulder/ci 21340100/xcel- flooded - solar - aarden-
apolications.
7 For more information, see: http•/ /www coloradoconnection com /news /story.asi2x ?id= 802660 #.URgd8gW5Nrd.
8 For more information, see: h"p_/ /www brewstercommunitysolargarden com /my-generation- energy /.
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RMLD's CURRENT EFFORTS
RMLD is currently contemplating the installation of a 250 -panel 60kW solar array on the
rooftop of one of its facilities to serve as a community solar garden. Customers will have the
option of purchasing one of the 250 panels. Instead of paying for the panel upfront, the cost of
the panel will be split into monthly payments incorporated into their utility bills over a period of
5 years, at the end of which the customer will own the panel and any electricity generated from
it.
RMLD intends on being the sole operator and maintainer of the solar array, thus doing away
with the need for a third party solar company. The proposal for the project is slated to be
presented to the board in July, and assuming that it is approved, the array could be operational
by the end of 2013.
RECOMMENDATIONS
The solar farm opens up the access to owning renewable energy to a significant portion of
residents who previously did not have the means to do so. RMLD has taken the initiative to
create a solar garden for their community, and have a fantastic opportunity to create a successful
model for the region. Our recommendations for RMLD regarding their first solar garden are as
follows:
1. Explore the potential of getting the project approved before the July board meeting so that
solar array can be ready to operate during peak months (June - August)
2. Formalize a streamlined application process for customers to sign up.
a. Clear instructions on RMLD's website.
b. Decide on customer priority (first -come first -served vs. lottery, or combination).
c. Decide on solar panel limit per customer.
3. Implement a comprehensive outreach strategy.
a. Create a landing page on RMLD's website to clearly draw attention to the upcoming
project.
b. Include important information like what a solar garden is, why RMLD is pursuing it,
costs and benefits to customers, etc.
c. Promote the concept by attaching flyers to monthly utility bills.
d. Discuss the creation of a replica model for the solar array in Town Hall, where each
panel is labeled with its owner to create a sense of pride.
e. Include a live, dynamic display that updates visitors on the amount of energy that the
panels are generating.
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For more information on how to conduct effective outreach to increase customer participation in utility
programs, see "Outreach Strategies for Energy Efforts" on page 55.
4. Assess project replication potential
a. Depending on customer reaction and demand, earmark future sites to build
community solar.
b. Fine -tune application process and marketing strategies to increase effectiveness.
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LOCAL GREEN BUSINESS PROGRAM
Action: Partner with RMLD, the Reading -North Reading Chamber of Commerce, and other relevant
entities to launch a Green Business Award to celebrate achievements and incentivize activities.
Target Sector: Commercial Sector
Goals Met: Align town efforts with RMLD program offerings.
Key Implementers: Reading Climate Action Committee; Reading -North Reading Chamber of
Commerce; RMLD Energy Services Division; other Town staff and committees
The purpose of a Green Business Program is twofold: (1) to acknowledge the clean energy efforts
and energy savings of the business community and (2) to encourage local businesses to take
advantage of energy and renewable energy opportunities, such as utility incentives. As part of the
program, neighboring businesses or business sectors can compete to showcase their efforts in
increasing local commercial energy efficiency and adopting clean energy practices. To celebrate
their success, local businesses can be rewarded with awards, such as window decals, certificates,
marketing opportunities, and technical assistance.
For a community just starting out, it may be helpful to ramp up to full implementation of a
Green Business Program in phases. Some sample ideas include:
Phase I: Launch of Green Awards
Allow "Blank Page" Nominations. For the first phase of the awards program, allow open
nominations for a Green Award - anyone can nominate anyone for anything (including self -
nomination). The application can be comprised of basic information (who are you, what do you
do, contact info) and an open - ended response component asking for information on any
activities that deserve recognition for innovation in sustainability. The goal should be to raise
awareness of the program and encourage as many applications as possible.
Tip: Allow submissions through an online survey tool. SurveyMonkey is one option that is both
free and easy to use, and results can be viewed by a number of people.
Energy /Sustainability Committee Recommends Awardees. The committee can also choose to
include representatives from Municipal Staff, Chamber of Commerce or the RMLD. This Award
Committee will review applications and select recipient(s) based on qualitative merit of their
open -ended response.
Obtain Sponsorship for Awards. The Energy / Sustainability committee should pursue buy -in for
the award from the RMLD and Chamber. This sponsorship could range from simply having
their organizations listed on a certificate /window decal for the awardee(s), or a more tangible
sponsorship such as paying for plaques, providing special incentives to the awardee (i.e., fast-
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tracking them for an energy audit or solar energy assessment, providing special technical
assistance in a certain area, increased rebates), etc.
Celebrate Awardees and All Participants. A highly publicized award ceremony will attract
attention to the program as well as drive business to the awardee(s). Make sure that all press
releases include information on how to submit applications for the next round.
Follow Up with All Nominees. The Energy /Sustainability committee, with input from RMLD,
should provide all nominees with examples of what they can do to get an award for next year!
Some ideas: Get an energy audit from RMLD and complete a certain__ percentage of
recommended work; partner with RMLD's residential efficiency program and offer gift cards to a
certain number of residents who sign up for energy audit work.
Phase II: Green Business Program Development' `
Establish Pre - Requisites for Nomination. This might require a business to submit data on their
non - electric fuel use and account numbers to easily look up electric fuel use data; get an energy
audit from RMLD; or complete a number of simple tasks (such as lighting retrofits, posting
information about the residential efficiency program in their place of work, etc).
Actively Develop and Market Portfolio of Opportunities. This should be a document that
describes all opportunities to get involved in clean energy work, produced primarily by the
Energy /Sustainability Committee, but distributed by the Chamber of Commerce, RMLD,
Towns, other community partners, etc.
Add Categories for Awards. Consider encouraging competition between residents, municipal
departments, schools, or towns overall in the RMLD service territory. This is a program that can
be easily scaled and brought to other RMLD towns.
Program Implementation
Design program and work plan
Prepare program material
Advertise program & recruit nominations
Review applications and select recipients
Sponsorship of plaques, certificates, and /or window
decals
Sponsorship of technical assistance, energy
efficiency expertise, and other incentives
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Community Energy Advisory Groups
Community Energy Advisory Groups
Community Energy Advisory Groups; Municipal
Staff; RMLD; Chamber of Commerce
Community Energy Advisory Groups; Municipal
Staff /RMLD /Chamber of Commerce (if needed)
Chamber of Commerce, RMLD
RMLD
Case Studies
Methods of Implementation:
The section below summarizes examples of Green Business Programs in cities around the
country that have proven to be successful in promoting green practices and energy efficiency in
the commercial sector.
11. San Francisco Ill. Chicago
Program Green Business Award Green Business Program Green Office Challenge
Key City Office of Environmental City Department of Environment City Department of
Implementers and Energy Services Environment
Program Model By sector
Performance
Measures
Benefits and
Award
Unique Attribute
Sustainable and
environmentally beneficial
activities
Green Business Awards
Encourages innovative
strategies
Boston Green Business Award
By sector
Program standard scorecard
Green Business Program
membership; technical
assistance; marketing toolkit
Increases awareness of
standard guidelines
Sector- specific;
By ownership
ENERGY STAR Portfolio
Manager or
Tenant scorecard
Green Office Challenge
Awards; technical
assistance
Promotes actions in target
sectors
The City of Boston and its Office of Environmental and Energy Services created the Boston
Green Program, which comprises of the Green Business Award, Green Residential Award,
and Sustainable Food Leadership Award programs, in 2006 to acknowledge sustainable and
environmentally ben,
Award program aims
sustainable business i
Business Award in one of the
non- profit; and (4) academic,
s in the community. The annual Boston Green Business
commercial sector by celebrating local success in
as waste management, energy conservation, clean energy
tions. Businesses in Boston can apply to earn the Green
awing four categories: (1) commercial; (2) industrial; (3)
and healthcare institutions.
Candidates for the Green Business Award are selected by nomination. The nomination
process requires a description of three or more environmentally beneficial activities that
demonstrates the businesses' exceptional performance in promoting sustainable business
practices. Examples of possible sustainable and environmentally beneficial practices include:
energy efficiency upgrades, sustainable procurement policies, on -site renewable energy
production, and the design and implementation of a comprehensive waste reduction/
reuse /recycling plan. The Green Business Award recipients are announced at an annual
award ceremony to acknowledge their sustainable efforts.
How to Adopt the Model
Local businesses can voluntarily apply to earn a Green Business Award under different
business categories. Each application should include an energy audit of the business and
descriptions of the businesses' clean energy actions, as well as the action results, such as
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energy savings or event participation, if applicable. The Boston model allows businesses to
freely describe their environmentally beneficial activities. This design encourages local
businesses to think outside the box and pursue innovative strategies for promoting
sustainability. Award recipients under each category are selected based on the number of
clean energy actions they have practiced, the resulted savings, their community outreach
effort, and the educational value and the innovativeness of their practices. The performance
guidelines may vary based on the business categories. For example, community outreach may
be valued more in the non - profit sector, while the educational value and innovativeness of an
action may be more important for academic and healthcare institutions.
II. San Francisco Green Business Program
The San Francisco Green Business Program is a component of the Bay Area Green Business
Program and the California Green Business Program. It was developed by the City's
environmental department, SF Environment, to provide technical assistance to the
commercial sector and to publicly recognize businesses that adopt sustainable and profitable
practices. Local businesses under one of the following eight business sectors can apply to
become a member of the SF Green Business Program by completing the program standard
checklists.
• Hotels • Dentists
• Restaurants • Garment Cleaning
• Offices • Catering
• Retailers • Janitorial Cleaning (Program is under development)
Each performance standard checklist creates a rigid guideline for selecting SF Green Business
members. Businesses must demonstrate that they are strictly in compliance with the
environmental regulations on the checklist. These program standards comprise of various
green business actions, including solid waste management and reduction, energy
conservation, water conservation, and pollution prevention. For applicants who cannot meet
all of the standard requirements, the program provides technical assistance and an online
toolkit to help them implement green business measures. Businesses that meet all program
requirements become a Green Business member and receive a San Francisco Green Business
seal. A Green Business seal is a verification of a business's effort to be aware of the City's
environmental regulations. The members also receive technical assistance and marketing
opportunities to share their success through the Green Business Program website and the Bay
Area Green Business Program marketing toolkit.
How to Adopt the Model
The SF Green Business Program encourages local businesses to adopt specific environmental
measures to achieve the municipality's sustainability goal. To adopt this model, a
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municipality can create specific clean energy checklists for different business sectors. The
checklists should incorporate any relevant actions listed in the Local Energy Action Plan, as
well as other clean energy standards and measures that are suitable for helping businesses
reduce energy consumption. All businesses should be required to complete the checklists
annually to remind businesses of additional actions they can take, as well as to help the
municipality both keep track of measures the commercial sector has adopted and to identify
business sectors or projects that require more outreach. Businesses that demonstrate strong
compliance with the guideline will be automatically considered as a candidate for the annual
Green Business Award. Award recipients will be selected based on the specific measures the
businesses have taken and their outcomes. For businesses that are unable to meet the
requirements, the program can offer technical assistance and expertise through toolkits,
workshops, and other outreach programs to guide them through the process.
Chicago Green Office Challenge
The Chicago Green Office Challenge is a sector - specific program created by the Chicago
Department of Environment. The Challenge is a strategy of the Chicago Climate Action Plan
and aims to promote sustainable and energy efficiency buildings in Chicago's downtown
business district offices. Both office tenants and property managers are eligible to participate
in the on -going Challenge.
• Tenants - Once registered to participate in the Challenge, the participating tenants
complete an online scorecard to generate a Baseline score that verifies green actions the
office has taken. The Challenge guides tenants through "key milestones" needed to
improve their scares by providing them with training and technical assistance to establish
goals, create plans, implement plans, and evaluate performance. Once the participants
complete these milestones,' they can submit their final scores and receive public
recognitions for their green business efforts at an award ceremony hosted by the Chicago
Department of Environment.
• Property managers- Property managers follow a similar application process to what the
office tenants do, but instead of scorecards, managers are required to complete an online
data form to establish a baseline in four areas: energy, water, waste, and tenant
engagement. The property managers are recommended to use ENERGY STAR's
Portfolio Manager for tracking energy and water use. In order to accomplish the
challenge, property managers need to implement measures to achieve the challenge goals
listed in following table. The participants receive different levels of achievement
depending on the number of goals they achieved. The program provides expertise to
guide property managers throughout the whole process to complete the Challenge.
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Energy Use Reduction (Electric and Natural Gas)9
10%
30%
Waste Reduction
30%
50%
Water Use Reduction
10%
20%
Tenant Engagement
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Leadership in Property Manager Excellence Award 3 Stretch Goals -
Property Manager Excellence Award 2 Stretch Goals 4 Base Goals
Property Manager Achievement Award 1 Stretch+ 1 Base Goals 3 Base Goals
Property Manager Award 1 Stretch Goal 2 Base Goals
How to Adopt the Model
A sector - specific program can strategically engage businesses that are high energy users. Target
sectors can be identified by employment size or energy consumption using the commercial
baseline provided in this Energy Action Plan or by working with local utilities to identify
high users. Based on the operation of the target sectors, a municipality can create a scorecard
that includes recommended energy actions for each business type. Each action can be
assigned with a score. In order to complete the challenge, businesses are required to obtain a
certain score.
The program should provide training and technical assistance to guide businesses through
the process, including setting goals, identifying applicable strategies from the scorecard,
developing plans, implementing plans, and evaluating performances. Each program applicant
is required to submit a recent energy audit and provide energy records, such as utility bills, to
track energy consumption and set baseline for identifying reduction goals. On an annual
basis, businesses are responsible for informing the municipality of the clean energy measures
taken, aggregated energy and cost savings, and the updated Green Business score. The
program can have multiple levels of achievement. As a business proceeds to score higher by
implementing more green actions, it will move to a higher level of achievement. This design
motivates businesses to stay with the program and continue to take clean energy actions.
Participants who reach the highest level of achievement will be awarded in a ceremony.
Program Monitoring
1. Establish energy efficiency program participation goals and energy reduction goals for the
Green Business Program.
2. Hold annual meetings with the RMLD, Chamber of Commerce, Energy Service Vendors,
and local businesses to learn about the opportunities and challenges in promoting clean
energy efforts in the commercial sector through the Green Business Program.
9 Properties that have earned an ENERGY STAR rating of 75+ automatically achieve the challenge goal.
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3. Hold annual meetings with the RMLD to assess program participation, determine aggregated
savings, and identify new program opportunities and incentives.
Resources
ICLEI's Green Business Challenge website provides valuable information to guide local
governments through the process of building successful Green Business Programs. Local
governments can develop a tailored program using ICLEI's Green Business Challenge web
application, as well as get planning process tips and examples of successful Green Business
Programs through various guides and toolkits. For more information, see:
http: / /www.icleiusa.org /climate and energy /green - business- challenge/
A Better City's Sustainability Toolkit is a living document designed to provide guidance for
businesses, institutions, and buildings owners in the Greater Boston area to implement
sustainable business practices. This toolkit is a great starting point for local governments and
businesses with the interest in planning for green business development to identify and prioritize
implementable and effective green business strategies. The document is categorized into eight
areas ( "Cleaning and Toxics," "Energy Efficiency," "People and Culture," "Purchasing,"
"Renewable Energy," "Transportation," "Waste Reduction," and "Water Efficiency "). Local
governments and businesses can access informative guidance on sustainable business measures
including new technology, policies, financing options, and rebates and incentives, as well as their
benefits and local case studies. For more information, see:
http://www.abettercity.orgZtoolkit./index.html
UnCommon Sense is a Green Business leadership program organized by the Yellowstone
Business Partnership that helps local businesses in the Yellowstone -Teton region adopt
sustainable and responsible practices.: The program is 'a 2 -year program and costs $1,200 to enter.
Participating business owners and business managers attend workshops and teleconferences to
learn about sustainable business opportunities and gain peer support. The program website
provides additional information about the program structure and materials needed to build a
similar program. For information, see: http:// www. yellowstonebusiness .orgzuncommonSens(-/
Boston Green Business Award. "Green Business Award." Available online at:
Chicago Green Office Challenge. "Chicago Green Office Challenge." Available online at:
San Francisco Green Business Program. "SF Green Business." Available online at:
http: / /www.sfgreenbusiness.orgZ
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OUTREACH STRATEGIES FOR ENERGY EFFORTS
Action: Provide information to residents and businesses on existing programs.
Target Sectors: Residential sector
Objective Met: Align town efforts with RMLD program offerings.
Key Implementers: Reading Climate Action Committee; other Town staff and volunteer committees;
RMLD
For any energy project or program to be successful, participation and engagement is critical. From
spearheading a municipal energy project to developing a residential outreach program, it is important
that proper messaging and marketing is used to ensure desired `goals are achieved.
All stakeholders involved in community energy efforts, such as municipal staff and volunteers, can use
the outreach and marketing techniques described below to create more effective programs and
projects.
COMMUNITY BASED SOCIAL MARKETING
Research has found that outreach campaigns that focus entirely on education are not effective:
The failure of mass media campaigns to foster sustainable behavior is due in part to the poor design of the
messages, but more importantly toon,underestimation of the difficulty of changing behavior.... Information
campaigns alone will rarely bring about behavior change.
- Doug McKenzie Mohr, Community Marketing Expert
There are several factors that influence the success of an energy campaign. Based on research in the
field and MAPC's past experiences, key elements to successful outreach efforts include:
•' A clear vision of desired behaviors or actions
• A streamlined process to influence the development of targeted behaviors or actions
• Effective and knowledgeable leaders
• Focused and personalized messages
Community based social marketing (CBSM) is an outreach strategy that is gaining increasing
popularity in sustainability campaigns across the country. CBSM goes beyond traditional outreach
efforts by leveraging community relationships and social interactions to build upon informational
campaigns. Specifically, CBSM requires those performing outreach to think carefully about their
desired goals and how they can utilize local, community-based interests, values and relationships to
achieve such goals.
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THE 7 STEPS OF COMMUNITY BASED SOCIAL MARKETINGIO
1. Identify behaviors and barriers.
To effectively promote energy actions, you must first identify what energy behavior(s) you are
looking to change, since each behavior might have different barriers. Are you trying to encourage
people:
• To sign up for an energy audit?
• To turn off lights more frequently?
• To use a programmable thermostat?
• To collect and review energy data and project information on an ongoing basis?
• To do something else?
After you identify the energy- related behavior(s) you would like to promote, you must then identify
the barriers to such behaviors. Do people not exhibit the preferred behaviors because of:
• Lack of awareness?
• Lack of interest?
• Lack of time?
• Lack of resources?
• A combination of these reasons?
• Something else?
You may be able to identify these barriers using knowledge gained from past experiences. You may
also want to do additional research, such as creating a survey or holding a focus group, to make
sure you know what the real barriers are to convincing people to pursue the desired energy-
related
behaviors.
2. Build commitment.
Research has found that people have a strong desire to be seen as consistent, and therefore
building commitment is an important step in encouraging a particular behavior. Collecting written
pledges is a simple and effective way to build commitment. Such pledges not only give a person
more incentive to follow through with an action, but the pledges can also be displayed to advertise
community members' commitment and actions.
Written Pledge Guidelines:
10 This section builds upon Doug McKenzie - Mohr's Fostering Sustainable Behavior.
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• Keep it simple and non - authoritarian (e.g., "I pledge to sign up for a MassSave audit" or "I
pledge to lower my thermostat at night and when I leave the house ").
• Offer a pledge card to remind people of their pledges.
Local leaders and influential community members should be used to assist with the pledge
collection, as they will help legitimize the cause among a large number of constituents.
3. Use prompts.
Prompts are effective reminders. Examples of prompts include:
• Pledge displays, such as yard signs or pictures of people holding their written pledges posted
in town hall or a public library;
• Stickers on light switches, thermostats, dishwashers, and washing machines;
• Door hangers or mailers praising those who have taken steps to pursue clean energy efforts;
• Door hangers or mailers with reminders about next steps for those who may have pledged
to do something, such as have a home energy assessment, but have not yet followed up.
4. Build social norms.
Tip #1: Use descriptive norms only
to promote desirable behaviors.
More Effective:
"90% of guests at Hotel Eco- Friendly
choose to re -use their towels. If you do
not require towel service, please hang
your towels back on the rack."
Incorporating social norms into a group's messaging can
make outreach more effective. Descriptive norms indicate
which behaviors are normally engaged in by a community.
When a hotel sign states that most guests reuse their
towels, it is using a descriptive norm to encourage guests to
reuse towels. You can use descriptive norms to promote an
energy behavior by describing or displaying people's
participation in whatever action you are trying to promote.
Less Effective: However, it should be noted that research has found that
"Hotel Eco- Friendly uses 100,000 if an undesirable behavior is a frequent occurrence,
gallons of water per month to wash showcasing the frequency of the negative behavior may
towels. Help us conserve: hang your
towels back on the rack if you do not actually encourage
require daily service." others to engage in
? that action. For
example, showing that people do not recycle will actually
encourage more people to do this negative action instead of a
positive action. Therefore, one should only use descriptive
norms to promote a desirable behavior.
Tip #2: Back up an injunctive
norm ( "praise ") with a descriptive
norm ( "information ").
Not Helpful:
"(D -- You used 10% less energy in
June than in May. Thanks for helping
the planet!"
Injunctive norms provide information on behaviors of which More Helpful:
a community approves or disapproves. The use of happy or "(D -- 15 of the 25 houses on this
sad emoticons when reporting on someone's success in block used less energy in June than
reducing energy consumption is an example of using in May. Keep up the good work!"
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injunctive norms. However, sometimes using just an injunctive norm fails to result in a desired
outcome. For example, in a study that used door hangers to promote energy conservation,
researchers found that residents who received a message that just used an injunctive norm, such as
praise or smiley face for their level of energy conservation actually increased their energy
consumption. However, those who received a message with a descriptive and an injunctive norm of
praise were more likely to maintain their level of energy conservation. When using social norms,
one should think carefully about the potential impact of the message and consider using
descriptive information with praise to promote desirable actions.
5. Offer incentives.
Incentives can create motivation. RMLD and MassSave, the state's energy efficiency program,
already provides financial rebates and incentives to businesses, residents, and the four towns. If the
people you are trying to reach are not motivated by financial incentives, you might find it more
effective to explain to residents or businesses that they have actually already paid into RMLD
energy efficiency programs and the MassSave system through a System Benefits Charge on their
utility bill.
Other incentives that you can offer that may be effective include:
• Offering prizes for competition or challenge winners. Prizes should be meaningful (no one
really cares about getting another free reusable bag). Some energy campaigns have sought
donations from utility providers or private businesses to provide incentives such as solar
panels on schools and gift cards to local businesses.
• Providing public recognition in the local paper, on the municipal website, etc. Public
recognition uses injunctive norms to praise people for good behavior and this type of
incentive may be particularly effective for those who are not motivated by financial
incentives.
6. Market your message.
A key component of CBSM is using social interactions to market a campaign's message. Although
the media and informational campaigns can be effective in encouraging a small group of people to
become early adapters of a particular action, research has found that personal interactions are
crucial in promoting a the adoption of a behavior more broadly.
Promoting residential and business energy efficiency actions through social means can be
challenging because such actions are often invisible to neighbors, friends, and peers. This challenge
further highlights the benefit of using prompts and commitments to make actions more noticeable
in the community.
Tips for designing your message:
• Know your audience: listen to people's interests /concerns and use this to design outreach
methods (e.g., if people don't care about costs, don't use "free" as a selling point; if people
are busy, be able to show them how little time /effort the action requires)
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• Use nonpolitical language
• Make the message easy to remember
• Make the message specific
• Always stay positive
• Use the right messengers
Competitions & Challenges
Competitions and challenges can be designed in a variety of ways, such as among local businesses,
among schools, among municipal departments, among municipalities, etc. Before creating a
competition or challenge it is important to build partnerships with community leaders and
organizations that will participate in and /or promote local energy efforts. Such leaders or
organizations may include:
• Schools (school superintendent, school board, teachers, etc.)
• Places of worship (clergy)
• Youth (school clubs, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, etc.)
• Neighborhood associations
• Local businesses and business organizations
Examples of competitions and challenges in Massachusetts:
• Greenfield's 10% Challenge - The Greening Greenfield Challenge asks residents to
participate in the challenge by pledging to do a range of energy reduction actions. Those
who join the challenge receive a lawn sign and monthly information /tips on how reduce
energy consumption. Over 40 businesses have also joined the challenge. For more
information see: http: / /greeninggreenfield.ore/
SouthCoast Energy Challenge - The SouthCoast Energy Challenge is a regional campaign
that challenges residents to make an online pledge to participate in a range of energy
reduction activities either individually or as part of a team. The challenge has users track
their progress on MyEnergy, an online webtool,. For more information see:
http : / /southcoastenergychallenge. orgLpress
Themed Workshops & Parties
Themed workshops or parties are a great way to have people who are not initially interested in
energy- related issues get together to talk about an issue of interest that does in fact relate directly to
energy issues. The workshops or parties can be held in various places depending on the audience
(e.g., house parties, community centers, Mass Audubon sanctuaries, schools, places of worship,
etc.)
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Examples of workshops or parties in Massachusetts:
• Ice Dams Workshops - The Center for EcoTechnology (CET) holds a workshop entitled
"Ice Dam Prevention: Why they happen and what to do about it." During the workshop
CET discusses why ice dams are a problem, their underlying causes, building science,
options for remediation and prevention and resources available for weatherization. For
more information see: http: / /www.cetonline.orgz
• Climate Change at the Local Level - Mass Audubon hosted a workshop in Worcester that
focused on the potential impact of climate change on local resources (e.g., the Blackstone
River watershed) and local action steps that can be taken to address these potential impacts.
Mass Audubon's workshop focused on the MA Green Communities Act, but a group could
just as easily talk about residential audits and retrofits. For more information see:
http: / /www.nbcares.orgZnode /865
• New Homebuyer Workshops - The Housing Assistance Corporation on C, ape Cod (HAC)
holds new homebuyer workshops that include sections on the benefits of energy efficiency.
A group could hold a similar workshop both for new homebuyers, as well as for those who
are planning to do major renovations to their home. For more information see:
http: / /www.haconcapecod.org/
Enhanced "Traditional" Outreach
• Information Tables - Although setting up information tables can sometimes be effective,
many groups struggle to table at a) events where people are already interested in energy and
know what to do, or b) locations such as grocery stores, where people are busy and do not
want to stop to talk. Some methods to improve tabling success may include:
o Ask passersby to make a written pledge. Encourage them to sign a written statement
committing to whatever action you are promoting (e.g., "I will get a MassSave home
energy assessment"), and then follow up with them via phone and email to remind
them of the pledge and their commitment.
o Offer a reward for signing up, either directly or through a raffle /drawing. A gift
card to a business located near the tabling location can provide an immediately
relevant incentive, and is also a good way to engage surrounding businesses in your
efforts.
• Advertising in Newspapers and Mailings - While traditional advertising and mailings can
be informative and educational, this outreach strategy can easily be overlooked by its
intended audience. Some ways to increase the effectiveness of this strategy could include:
o Present injunctive and descriptive norms in an easily digestible form. Compelling
images, visualizations of relevant behavioral data, and a clear and succinct layout can
all contribute to a message that is more likely to be viewed and comprehended.
However, even a simple advertisement can be effective so long as the intended
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outcome is clear (e.g., "Attend a free workshop next Tuesday on how to reduce
home oil heating costs this winter! ")
o Advertise in media that is more likely to be viewed. This could include official
mailings from the municipality, power and water bills, etc.
Email - These days everyone is overwhelmed with email. To increase the number of viewers
of a mass email, consider asking a well -known leader or organization to send out the email
on behalf of an effort. One town in Massachusetts had great success having the municipal
government send out an email about residential energy opportunities. Further, emails that
focus just on the energy action you are promoting will likely be more effective than
embedding a message about the action somewhere in a general newsletter that touches on
multiple topics or has multiple articles.
7. Identify external barriers.
As you proceed with your outreach, it is important to make note of the external barriers that
prevent residents from moving forward with particular behaviors or actions. These barriers should
be reported to the relevant key stakeholders, e.g., municipal leadership, MAPC energy staff,
RMLD, National Grid, and MassSave program administrators, to ensure stakeholders are aware of
the issues or problems that need further attention.
References
Hollander, Amy (2011). "Community Based Social Marketing: Fostering Energy Conservation
Behavior." National Renewable Energy Laboratory. http: / /www.nrel.gov /does /fyl losti /50349.pdf
McKenzie -Mohr, Doug (2010). Fostering Sustainable Behavior.
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Purpose, Scope and Authority Page 1
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Article 2— Authority of the Police
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Article 3— Traffic Signs and Signals
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Article 4— Miscellaneous Provisions
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Article 5— Stopping, Standing and Parking
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Article 6— Operation of Vehicles
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Article 7— Pedestrian Control Regulations
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Article 8—One Way Streets
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Article 9 —Heavy Commercial Vehicles Excluded
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Article 10— Penalties and Fines
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Article 11— Application, Updating Repeal of Regulations
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Article 12— Applied Regulations, Alphabetical by Street
Part I. Public Ways
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Part H. Private Ways & Partial Private Ways
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Appendix 1 —List of Stop Sign Locations Page 116
Appendix 2 —List of One Way Streets Page 121
Appendix 3 —List of Do Not Enter Restrictions Page 122
Appendix 4 —List of Heavy Commercial Vehicle Exclusions Page 123
Appendix 5 —List of Special Speed Regulations Page 124
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As of January 1, 2013, the Town of Reading is home to 101.57 miles of public
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paths of travel throughout town. These roadways also provide an ample supply
of parking.
In addition to regulated on- street parking, the town provides several public
parking lots to ensure that a proper supply of parking is available to the
commercial and commuting sectors of the community. The town has put much
thought into the design, placement and regulation of such parking. The proper
regulation and use of public parking, particularly in the Downtown area of the
community, is necessary in order to avoid congestion, reduce traffic collisions,
prevent the monopolizing of prime storefront parking (often by employees), and
provide convenience to customers and therefore enhance the business
environment. To address these issues the Board of Selectmen has adopted a
set of rules governing the use of public parking in town, which are part of these
Traffic and Parking Regulations.
These Traffic and Parking Regulations also provided limited regulation
regarding the operation of motor vehicles.
The Town of Reading derives its authority to enact these regulations from five
sources: (1) Section 22 of Chapter 40 of the Massachusetts General Laws, (2)
Section 2 of Chapter 85 of the Massachusetts General Laws, (3) Section 9 of
Chapter 89 of the Massachusetts General Laws (4) Section 4.11 of the General
Bylaws of the Town of Reading and (5) Section 5.11 of the General Bylaws of
the Town of Reading. Such regulations may be enacted by the Board of
Selectmen and may apply to any ways upon which the motoring public enjoys a
right of access and where relevant signs and signals appear. The Reading Police
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1.1 Bus Stop
An area in the roadway set aside for the boarding of, alighting from, and
parking of buses.
1.2 Commercial Vehicles
Any vehicle being used in the transportation of goods, wares or merchandise
for commercial purposes, whether officially registered as such or not.
1.3 Commercial Vehicles, Heavy
Any commercial vehicle which has a capacity of two and one half tons or more.
1.4 Crosswalks
That portion of a roadway ordinarily included within the prolongation or
connection of curb lines and property lines at intersections, or at any portion of
a roadway clearly indicated for pedestrian crossing by lines on the road surface
or by other markings or signs.
1.5 Downtown Business District
That portion of the Town of Reading which is bordered by and includes the
following streets, public parking lots, sidewalks, and platforms: From 5
Washington Street southerly then easterly following Washington Street to the
railroad tracks. Following the railroad tracks southerly to New Crossing Road, New
Crossing Road easterly to Walkers Brook Drive, Walkers Brook Drive northerly to
John Street, John Street northerly to Salem Street, Salem Street westerly to
Middlesex Avenue, Middlesex Avenue to the railroad tracks back to 5 Washington
Street.
1.6 Emergency Vehicle
Fire Department vehicles, Police Department vehicles, ambulances and
emergency vehicles of Federal, State and Municipal departments or public
service corporations when the latter are responding to an emergency in relation
to the Police or Fire Departments.
1.6A Fire Lane
Those sections of vehicular access roadways or driveways that are officially
designated by the Chief of the Fire Department pursuant to Section 10.03.10 of
Chapter 527 of the Code of Massachusetts Regulations. Said sections shall be
conspicuously marked through appropriate signage or roadway markings.
1.7 Funeral
Any procession of mourners properly identified as such accompanying the
remains of a human body.
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1.8 He, His, Himself
Wherever in these Rules and Regulations the word "he" appears, this shall also
mean "she," "his" shall also mean "her," and "himself' shall also mean "herself."
The singular shall also include the plural.
1.8A Holiday
The date of celebration as designated by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts,
for the following holidays: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, President's
Day, Patriots Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus
Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
1.9 Intersection
The area embraced within the extensions of the lateral curb lines or, if none,
then the lateral boundary lines of intersecting ways as defined in Section I of
Chapter 90 of the General Laws including divided ways. The Rules and
Regulations herein contained governing and restricting the movement of
vehicles at and near intersection ways shall apply at any place along any way
at which drivers are to be controlled by traffic control signals whether or not
such place is an intersection as herein defined.
1.10 Lane
A longitudinal division of a roadway into a strip of sufficient width to
accommodate the passage of a single line of vehicles.
1.11 Officer
Any Police Officer authorized to make arrests or any investigator, examiner or
inspector of the Registry of Motor Vehicles provided he is in uniform, or has his
badge of office visibly displayed over his left breast, upon a necklace or affixed
to his belt.
1.12 Official Traffic Signs
All signs, markings and devices other than traffic signals, not inconsistent with
these rules and orders, and which conform to the standards prescribed by the
Department of Transportation of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and
placed or erected by the authority of a public body or official having jurisdiction
for the purpose of directing or warning traffic.
1.13 Official Street Marking
Any painted line, legend, marking or marker of any description painted or
placed upon any way which purports to direct or regulate traffic and which has
been authorized by the Board of Selectmen.
1.14 Official Traffic Signals
All signals conforming to the standards as prescribed by the Department of
Transportation of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, not inconsistent with
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these rules and orders placed or erected by authority of a public body or official
having jurisdiction for the purpose of directing or warning traffic.
1.15 Parking
The standing of a vehicle, whether occupied or not, upon a roadway, otherwise
than temporarily for the purpose of and while actually engaged in loading or
unloading, or in obedience to a police officer or traffic signs or signals, or while
making emergency repairs, or if disabled while arrangements are being made to
move such vehicle.
1.16 Pedestrian
Any person afoot or riding on a conveyance moved by human power, except
bicycles or tricycles.
1.17 Railroad Crossing
Any intersection of ways with a railroad right of way.
1.18 Recreation Equipment
Basketball nets and hoops, street hockey and soccer equipment, skateboard
and bicycle ramps, and other similar equipment.
1.19 Roadway
That portion of a street or highway between the regularly established curb
lines, or that part exclusive of shoulders improved and intended to be used for
vehicular traffic.
1.20 Roller Skate
Any footwear that is mounted on a single or double row of wheels which is
propelled solely by human power, and which has no mechanism or other device
with which to steer or to control the movement or direction of the footwear. The
use of roller skates is referred to as roller skating.
1.21 Safety Zone
Any area or space set aside within a roadway for the exclusive use of
pedestrians, and which has been indicated by signs, lines or markings having
the written approval of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation
(MASSDOT).
1.21A Senior Van
Any van, minivan, small bus or similar vehicle operated by the Town or
through contract with the Town for official business associated with the Town's
Elder Services Department.
1.22 Service Zone
An area in the roadway set aside for the accommodation of commercial and
transient vehicular traffic.
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1.23 Sidewalk
That portion of a street or highway set aside for pedestrian travel.
1.24 Skateboard
A single platform which is mounted on wheels, propelled solely by human
power, and which has no mechanism or other device with which to steer or
control the movement or direction of the platform. The use of a skateboard is
referred to as skateboarding.
1.25 Street or Highway
The entire width between property lines of every way open to the use of the
public for purposes of travel.
1.26 Taxicab Stands
An area designated by the Board of Selectmen in the roadway in which certain
taxicabs are required to park while waiting to be engaged.
1.27 Traffic
Pedestrians, ridden or herded animals, vehicles, buses and other conveyances,
either singly or together while using any street or highway for the purpose of
travel.
1.28 Traffic Control Area
Any area along any way, other than an intersecting way, at which the drivers
are to be controlled by traffic control signals.
1.29 Traffic Control Signal
Any device using colored lights which conforms to the standards as prescribed
by the Massachusetts Highway Department whether manually, electrically or
mechanically operated by which traffic is alternately directed to stop and to
proceed.
1.29A Trailer
In accordance with Section 1 of Chapter 90 of the Massachusetts General
Laws, the term trailer shall be defined as any vehicle or object on wheels and
having no motive power of its own, but which is drawn by, or used in
combination with, a motor vehicle. It shall not include a pole dolly or pole
dickey, so called, nor a pair of wheels commonly used as an implement for
other purposes than transportation, nor a portable, collapsible or separate two
wheel tow dolly limited only to the purpose of transporting or towing a
registered vehicle, nor farm machinery or implements when used in connection
with the operation of a farm or estate, nor any vehicle when towed behind a
farm tractor and used in connection with the operation of a farm or estate.
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The turning of a vehicle by means of a continuous left turn whereby the
direction of such vehicle is reversed.
1.31 Vehicle
Every device in, upon or by which any person or property is or may be
transported or drawn upon a way, including bicycles when the provisions of
these rules are applicable to them, except other devices moved by human
power or used exclusively upon stationary rails or tracks and devices which
derive their power for operation from stationary overhead wires.
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ARTICLE 2— AUTHORITY OF POLICE
2.1 Police May Direct Traffic
It shall be the duty of the Police Department to enforce the provisions of these
Traffic and Parking Regulations Officers of the Police Department are hereby
authorized to direct all traffic either in person or by means of visible or audible
signal in conformity with the provisions of these Rules and Orders, provided
that in the event of a fire or other emergency or to expedite traffic or safeguard
pedestrians, Officers of the Police or Fire Department may direct traffic, as
conditions may require, notwithstanding the provisions of these Traffic Rules
and Regulations
2.2 Obedience to Police
Drivers of vehicles shall comply with any lawful or reasonable order, signal or
direction of any Officer.
2.3 Exemptions
The provisions of these Traffic Rules and Regulations shall not apply to drivers
operating in conformity with the direction of an officer, to drivers actually
engaged in work upon a street or highway closed to travel or under
construction or repair when the nature of their work necessitates a departure
from any part of these Rules and Orders, to officers when engaged in the
performance of public duties which necessitate a departure from any part of
these Rules and Orders nor to drivers of emergency vehicles while operating in
an emergency, and in performance of public duties which necessitate a
departure from any part of these Rules and Orders. These exemptions shall
not, however, protect the driver of any vehicle from the consequence of a
reckless disregard for the safety of others.
2.4 Emergency Regulations
In an impending or existing emergency, the Board of Selectmen may make
such rules regulating traffic as are required for the immediate safety and
convenience of the public. Such rules shall be effective only during such time
as an emergency exists or is impending.
2.5 Experimental Regulations
For purposes of legitimate trial and experimentation, the Board of Selectmen
may make temporary rules regulating traffic, or test under actual conditions,
traffic signs, signals, markings or other devices. No such emergency or
experimental rule regulating traffic shall remain in effect for a period of time
longer than thirty days.
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2.6 Chief of Police May Close Streets Temporarily
The Chief of Police is hereby authorized to temporarily close any street or
roadway in an impending or existing emergency for snow removal, or for any
lawful assemblage, demonstration or procession, or for any other emergency
making such closing necessary, provided there is reasonable justification for
the closing of such street.
2.7 Chief of Police May Prohibit Parking Temporarily
The Chief of Police is hereby authorized by the Board of Selectmen to
temporarily prohibit parking on any street or roadway or part thereof in an
impending or existing emergency or for a lawful assemblage, demonstration or
procession provided there is reasonable justification for such prohibition.
Vehicles parked in places where parking is temporarily prohibited may be
moved by or under the direction of an Officer.
2.8 Chief of Police May Establish Zones of Quiet
The Chief of Police may temporarily establish a zone of quiet upon any street
where a person is seriously ill. Said temporary zone of quiet shall embrace all
territory within a radius of two hundred feet of the building occupied by the
sick person. Said temporary zones of quiet shall be designated by the Chief of
Police by placing at a conspicuous place in the street a sign or marker bearing
the words "Illness - Quiet Zone ". No person operating a vehicle within any
designated and posted zone of quiet shall sound a horn or other warning device
on said vehicle, or make any loud or unusual noise in such a zone except in an
emergency.
2.9 Chief of Police May Prohibit Recreation Equipment
The Reading Police Department, through the Chief of Police or his designee, in
his discretion, may prohibit the use of privately owned movable recreation
equipment within a public right of way in any circumstance in which he
determines that such use is detrimental to the public health, safety and welfare
of the community.
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ARTICLE 3— TRAFFIC SIGNS AND SIGNALS
3.1 Traffic Signs and Signals
The Board of Selectmen is hereby authorized, and as to those signs and signals
required hereunder it shall be its duty, to place and maintain or cause to be
placed and maintained all official traffic signs, signals, markings and safety
zones. All signs, signals, markings and safety zones shall conform to the
standards as prescribed by MASSDOT.
3.2 Visibility of Signs and Signals
Any Regulatory Articles of the Traffic Rules and Regulations of the Town of
Reading requiring signage shall be effective only during such time as official
signs are erected and maintained in each block designating the provisions of
such article or sections thereof and located so as to be easily visible to
approaching drivers. Sufficient number of such signs must be provided so that
a car cannot be parked in a limited or prohibited parking place without having
the legend side of such a sign clearly setting forth the parking regulations
thereat, visible from that location. Article 8. 1, which relates to one way streets,
shall be effective only during such time as a sufficient number of official signs
are erected and maintained at each of the exits for each one way street, so that
at least one sign will be clearly visible for a distance of at least seventy -five feet
to drivers approaching such an exit.
3.3 Interference with Signs, Signals and Markings Prohibited
It shall be unlawful for any person to willfully deface, injure, move, obstruct or
interfere with any official traffic sign, signal or marking.
3.4 Display of Unauthorized Signs, Signals and Markings Prohibited
It shall be unlawful for any person to place or maintain or to display upon or in
view of any street or public way any unofficial sign, signal, marking or device
which purports to be, or is an imitation of, or resembles an official traffic sign,
signal, marking or device, or which attempts to direct the movement of traffic,
or which hides from view any official sign or signal. The Chief of Police is
hereby empowered to remove every such prohibited sign, signal, marking or
device or cause it to be removed without notice.
3.5 Location of Bus Stops, Taxicab Stands and Service Zones
The location of all bus stops, taxicab stands and service zones shall be
specified by the Board of Selectmen and, in the case of taxicab stands, the
Board of Selectmen shall designate who may use them as such.
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3.6 Obedience to Traffic Signs and Signals
No driver of any vehicle shall disobey the instructions of any official traffic
control signal, sign, marking, marker or legend unless otherwise directed by a
Police Officer.
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ARTICLE 4— MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS
4.1 Pedestrians Soliciting Rides
It shall be unlawful for any person to stand in a roadway for the purpose of
soliciting a ride from the operator of any moving vehicle.
4.2 Clinging to Moving Vehicles
It shall be unlawful for any person traveling upon any bicycle, motorcycle,
coaster, sled, roller skates or any toy vehicle to cling to or attach himself or
such conveyance to any other moving vehicle.
4.3 Prohibited Riding
No person shall ride upon any portion of any train or bus not designed or
intended for the use of passengers. This provision shall not apply to any
employee engaged in the necessary discharge of a duty.
4.4 Coasting
Coasting by carts, sleds or any other means shall be prohibited on the streets
and roadways of Reading.
4.5 Zones of Quiet
Relocated to Article 2.8.
4.6 Restrictions on Skateboarding and Roller Skating
Skateboarding and roller skating shall be prohibited upon any sidewalk, street
or public parking area which is located in the area defined as the Downtown
Business District in these Rules and Regulations. For purposes of this section,
all sidewalks and platforms related to the rail station at the Train Depot shall
be considered sidewalks.
4.7 Signage Prohibiting Skateboarding and Roller Skating
Official traffic signs may be erected where skateboarding and roller skating are
prohibited.
4.8 Rights and Duties Related to Skateboarding and Roller Skating
Skateboard operators and people wearing roller skates while crossing a street
or on a sidewalk shall be granted all of the rights, and shall be subject to all of
the duties applicable to pedestrians. However, skateboard operators and people
wearing roller skates while crossing a street or on sidewalks shall yield the
right of way to all other pedestrian traffic.
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1 4.7 Permanent Installation of Recreation Equipment Prohibited
2 No permanent installation of any privately owned recreation equipment shall be
3 permitted within a public right of way. Should such equipment be permanently
4 installed, the owner shall be responsible for its removal within twenty -four
5 hours of notification. If the equipment is not removed within twenty -four hours,
6 or the owner cannot be identified, the Police Department shall instruct the
7 Department of Public Works to remove and dispose of any equipment which
8 stands in violation of this section. The Department of Public Works is hereby
9 authorized conduct such removal and disposal.
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12 Any portable privately owned recreation equipment which is placed on a public
13 way shall be removed by its owner from the public way no later than dusk and
14 shall not be placed on the public way earlier than dawn. No recreation
15 equipment shall impede upon or block any sidewalk or bike path, or interfere
16 with any fire hydrant at any time. No portable privately owned recreation
17 equipment shall be permitted within any public right of way during or
18 immediately following snow storms, hurricanes, floods, street sweeping, street
19 paving or in any other circumstance where the presence of such equipment
20 could impede emergency response or street maintenance. This section shall be
21 enforceable by confiscation by the Town of any privately owned recreation
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ARTICLE 5— STOPPING, STANDING AND PARKING
5.1 General Restrictions, All Streets
No person shall park a vehicle in any of the following places:
- within an intersection;
- upon any sidewalk;
- upon any crosswalk;
- upon a roadway in a business or residential district where parking is
permitted unless both wheels on the curb side of the vehicle are within twelve
inches of the curb or edge of the roadway, except where angle parking is
required;
- upon any roadway where the parking of a vehicle will not leave a clear and
unobstructed lane at least ten feet wide for passing traffic;
- upon or in front of any private road or driveway without the consent of the
owner of said private road or driveway;
- upon any street or highway within twenty feet of an intersecting way.
Vehicles found parked in violation of the provisions of this section may be
moved by or under the direction of an officer to a place where parking is
permitted or to a public garage at the owner's expense.
5.2 Reading Community Access Stickers, Residents Only
Notwithstanding the exceptions detailed in Article 5.2A below, between the
hours of 6:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m., parking on designated streets and parking
lots in and around the Reading Train Depot will be authorized by permit only,
excluding Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. Areas to which this Article has
been applied are listed under Article 12.
Access to such regulated parking, to the Compost Center, and to overnight
parking in municipal parking lots designated by the Board of Selectmen for
overnight parking will be restricted to those vehicles that display a Reading
Community Access sticker for the current year.
Pursuant to Article 3.2, clear and appropriate signage will be posted in the
parking areas restricted by this Article.
Resident Permit stickers in the form of a Reading Community Access sticker
will be available to Reading residents only at a cost of $25.00. Seniors over the
age of 65 will receive a discount of $10.00.
These stickers will be available at the Reading Police Station, 15 Union Street,
at any time, day or night. Reading Community Access stickers will be issued
on an annual basis beginning January 1. They will be available throughout the
year but the cost will not be prorated. To obtain a Reading Community Access
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sticker, Reading residents must show identification to prove that they live in
the Town, and that their vehicle is registered in the Town of Reading.
Identification must include a Massachusetts Driver's License and a
Massachusetts Vehicle Registration both showing the same owner's name at
the same Reading address. Reading Community Access stickers will be issued
only to the vehicle owner. For leased vehicles, proof from the leasing agency
that the resident requesting the sticker has control of the vehicle and that it is
garaged at the resident's principle residence will be required.
Residents whose street frontage has a posted "Resident Parking" or "Employee
Parking" restriction are eligible to apply for a Reading Community Access
permit at no charge. The Town will issue said stickers to abutting residents on
the same basis as noted above. This subset of residents shall be issued a
number of Reading Community Access stickers equal to the number of vehicles
registered at the address. The Reading Community Access stickers issued to
said subset of residents will be modified such that the stickers are easily
identified, and will not allow access to the Compost Center or to commuter
parking in the designated lots, or to other sites for which the regular Reading
Community Access sticker is required.
Residents who have more that one vehicle registered to the same family at the
same address may secure a Reading Community Access sticker for each
vehicle. The cost for each vehicle shall be $25.00. There are two discounts that
may apply. The first discount, known as the Multi- Vehicle Discount, is given to
those residents who simultaneously apply for and purchase multiple stickers at
the same time. The multi- vehicle discount reduces the cost of subsequent
stickers to $10.00. The second discount, known as the Senior Discount,
reduces the cost of the initial vehicle to $15.00 for those residents over the age
of sixty -five.
All such parking will be available on a first come, first serve basis, which is to
say that the purchase of Reading Community Access stickers by residents does
not guarantee a parking space. All permit stickers must be placed on the left
side, rear window of the vehicle, as far towards the rear as possible. Only
current stickers may be displayed — previous year's stickers must be removed.
Permit stickers are not transferable to any other vehicle. If a vehicle is sold, the
sticker must be removed, and the old sticker may be submitted to the Reading
Police Department. A new sticker will then be issued at no additional cost for
the period that the old sticker applies.
No person shall sell, offer for sale, give, trade or otherwise transfer a Reading
Community Access sticker or Employee Parking sticker to another person, or
affix the sticker to a motor vehicle other than for the one issued or alter the
sticker. Violation of this section will result in revocation of the sticker and
parking privileges, and may be prosecuted according to law.
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Parking in all regulated areas, where not parallel to the street, will be front -in
parking only to enable the Town to properly enforce these requirements.
Parking in designated areas without a sticker shall subject the vehicle owner to
a parking fine in accordance with Town regulations and denial of access to the
Compost Center.
Handicapped Parking will be permitted in designated spaces with a State
Handicapped Parking Permit, and no Reading Community Access sticker or
Employee Parking sticker will be required.
All other posted Rules and Regulations of the Town, in addition to the permit
parking regulations, must be followed.
5.2A Employee Parking Stickers, Downtown Business District
Pursuant to Article 5.4.1A, most parking in the Downtown Business District is
limited to one - hundred twenty minutes from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on
Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays.
However, specific parking areas within the Downtown Business District may be
designated as Employee Parking and will allow, by official permit only,
employees of downtown businesses to park within said areas without being
subject to the time restriction detailed in Article 5.2. Employee parking will be
limited to designated areas, which will be identified by official signage. Areas to
which this Article has been applied as listed under Article 12.
Employee Parking stickers shall be available for a fee of twenty dollars per
month, sold annually. The Chief of Police shall have the authority to establish
such rules and regulations as are appropriate to ensure that such stickers are
being used by employees of the businesses located in the Downtown Business
District. Permits will be for parking during working hours only.
For residents whose street frontage has a restriction for Employee Parking, the
Town will issue upon application to the resident on the same basis as noted
above, Employee Parking stickers equal to the number of vehicles registered at
the address. There will be no charge for the Employee Parking sticker in this
situation.
All such parking will be available on a first come, first served basis, which is to
say that purchase of Employee Parking stickers by employees does not
guarantee a parking space.
Employee Parking stickers may be sold in the amount of twenty percent more
than the total of designated spaces in order to achieve full utilization of the
Employee Parking areas.
Employee Parking stickers are available as units to be displayed by hanging
from the interior rear view mirror. Permit stickers are not transferable to any
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other vehicle. No person shall sell, offer for sale, give, trade or otherwise
transfer an Employee Parking sticker to another person. Violation of this
section will result in revocation of the sticker and parking privileges, and may
be prosecuted according to law.
Parking in all regulated areas, where not parallel to the street, will be front -in
parking only to enable the Town to properly enforce these requirements.
Parking in designated areas without a sticker shall subject the vehicle owner to
a parking fine in accordance with Town regulations and denial of access to the
Compost Center.
Handicapped Parking will be permitted in designated spaces with a State
Handicapped Parking Permit, and no Employee Parking sticker will be
required.
All other posted Rules and Regulations of the Town, in addition to the permit
parking regulations, must be followed.
5.3 Prohibition of Parking on Certain Streets, No Parking Anytime
Parking is hereby prohibited upon the streets or highways or parts thereof to
which this Article has been applied as listed under Article 12.
5.4.1 Parking for Senior Vans
Repealed.
5.4.1A Two Hour Parking, Downtown Business District
No person shall park a vehicle between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on
Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, or Fridays on any of the streets
or parts of streets to which this Article has been applied as listed under Article
12.
5.4.1B Thirty Minute Parking, Downtown Business District
No person shall park a vehicle between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m.
on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesday, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays for a
period longer than thirty minutes on any one of the streets or parts of streets
as listed under Article 12.
5.4.2 Two Hour Parking, General
No person shall park a vehicle between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on
Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays or Fridays for more than one
hundred twenty minutes at one time on any one of the streets or parts of
streets to which this Article has been applied as listed under Article 12.
5.4.2A Two Hour Parking or All Day with Employee Permit
Relocated to Article 5.2A.
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5.4.2B Employee /Merchant Monthly Parking Only
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5.4.3 Additional Time Restriction
No person shall park a vehicle between the hours of 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. on
Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays or Fridays on any of the streets
or parts of streets to which this Article has been applied as listed under Article
12.
5.4.4A Additional Time Restriction
No person shall park a vehicle between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. on
Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays or Fridays on any of the streets
or parts of streets to which this Article has been applied as listed under Article
12.
5.4.4E Additional Time Restriction
No person shall park a vehicle between the hours of 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. and
2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays or
Fridays on any of the streets to which this Article has been applied as listed
under Article 12.
5.4.4C Additional Time Restriction
No person shall park a vehicle between the hours of 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. and
2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays or
Fridays from September 1St through June 30th on any of the streets or parts of
streets to which this Article has been applied as listed under Article 12.
5.4.41) Additional Time Restriction
No person shall park a vehicle between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. and
between 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays,
Thursdays or Fridays on any of the streets or parts of streets to which this
Article has been applied as listed under Article 12.
5.4.4E Fire Lanes
Section 10.03. 10 of Chapter 527 of the Code of Massachusetts Regulations and
Section 8.3 of the General Bylaws of the Town of Reading provide for the
establishment of fire lanes, which prohibits parking in said lanes. These
restrictions shall apply to the following locations which have been approved by
the Board of Selectmen and Chief of Fire as designated fire lanes pursuant to
aforesaid bylaws:
-With the exception of the six specifically cut -in and marked
parking spaces, the entire length of both sides of the circular
driveway along the front entrance to the Birch Meadow Elementary
School, located at 27 Arthur B. Lord Drive.
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-The entire length of the northerly driveway curb along the front
entrance to the Arthur B. Coolidge, Jr. Middle School, located at 89
Birch Meadow Drive.
-The entire length of the easterly side of the driveway along the
west side of the Arthur B. Coolidge, Jr. Middle School, located at
89 Birch Meadow Drive.
-The entire length of the curbing along the southwesterly side of
the Joshua Eaton Elementary School, located at 365 Summer
Avenue.
-The section of the southerly edge of the driveway entrance to the
Joshua Eaton Elementary School between Oak Street and the end
of the stone wall.
-The entire length of the easterly curb along the front entrance to
the J. Warren Killam Elementary School, located at 333 Charles
Street.
-On the south side of J. Warren Killam Elementary School.
-Any area along Frank Tanner Drive which is not a specifically
designated parking spot.
-The northerly side of Middlesex Avenue starting at the intersection
with Cape Cod Avenue for a distance of fifty feet in the westerly
direction to the start of the driveway for Daniel's Nursing Home,
located at 59 Middlesex Avenue.
-The entire length of the curbing along the south, east and west
sides of the Reading Public Library, located at 64 Middlesex
Avenue.
-The entire length of the access road that runs along the westerly
side of W.S. Parker, Jr. Middle School, located at 45 Temple Street.
-The curbing that runs proceeds southerly along the west side of
the rear driveway from King Street to the service zone of the W.S.
Parker, Jr. Middle School, located at 45 Temple Street.
-The section of the Town Hall parking lot between the five- minute
parking space and the exit to Main Street, which runs along the
northwesterly side of Town Hall, located 16 Lowell Street.
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-The turn - around circle on Wood End Elementary School property,
located at 85 Sunset Rock Lane.
-The entire length of the curbing along the front entrances of the
buildings located at 24, 25, 30, 34, 40, 44, 50, and 60 Walkers
Brook Drive.
-The entire length of the curbing along the front entrance of the
most easterly building in the plaza located at 1 General Way.
-The entire length of the curbing along the front entrance to the
building located at 1342 Main Street.
-The entire length of the easterly side of the driveway at 50 Bay State
Road, beginning at Bay State Road, proceeding along the curve near the
front entrance to the building and ending at the start of the entrance to
the rear parking lot.
- Longwood Place, at the turn around on the eastside of the building in
front of the main entrance.
-The entire length of the curbing that runs along the southerly side of the
building at 1364 Main Street.
5.4.4F Additional Time Restriction
No person shall park a vehicle between the hours of 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
from April 1St through August 31St on any of the streets or parts of streets to
which this Article has been applied as listed under Article 12.
5.4.4G Additional Time Restriction
No person shall park a vehicle between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. on
Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays or Fridays school days only, drop
off only, on any of the streets or parts of streets to which this Article has been
applied as listed under Article 12.
5.4.4H Additional Time Restriction
No person shall park a vehicle between the hours of 6:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on
schools days occurring on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays or
Fridays, on any of the streets or parts of streets to which this Article has been
applied as listed under Article 12.
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5.4.4I Additional Time Restriction
No person shall park a vehicle between the hours of 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays or Fridays on school days
only, on any of the streets or parts of streets to which this Article has been
applied as listed under Article 12.
5.4.4J Additional Time Restriction
No person shall park a vehicle between the hours of 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. on
Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays or Fridays on any of the streets
or parts of streets listed to which this Article has been applied as listed under
Article 12.
5.4.5 Five Minute Parking at Town Hall
No person shall park a vehicle for longer than five minutes in the single
designated spot along the southwesterly corner of Town Hall by the rear
pedestrian entrance to Town Hall.
5.4.6 Fire Hydrants, No Parking within Ten Feet & No Piling Snow
No person shall park a vehicle within ten feet of a fire hydrant or pile snow
upon or within 10 feet of a fire hydrant.
5.4.7 Resident Parking Only
Relocated to Article 5.2.
5.4.8 Sunday Worship Services Parking
Parking shall be prohibited except on Sundays between the hours of 8:00 a.m.
and 1:00 p.m. upon the streets or highways or parts thereof to which this
Article has been applied as listed under Article 12.
5.5.1 Taxicab Stands for Taxicabs Only
No person shall park a vehicle on any street within a business district in any
taxicab stand.
5.5.2 Taxicabs Must Park within Taxicab Stands Unless Engaged
No person shall park a taxicab upon any street within the business district at
any place other than the taxicab stand, or stands designated for the use of his
taxicab, or taxicabs except while engaged.
5.5.3 Bus Stops for Buses Only
No person shall park a vehicle other than a bus in an officially designated bus
stop except while actually engaged in loading or unloading passengers.
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5.6 Service Zones
No person shall park a vehicle upon any street in any service zone for a period
of time longer than fifteen minutes except while actually engaged in loading or
unloading providing that such loading and unloading does not exceed a period
of time longer than one hour.
5.7 Parking Vehicles for Sale Prohibited
It shall be unlawful for any person to park upon a street or in a municipal
parking lot any vehicle displayed for sale.
5.8 Vehicle Use for Sole Purpose of Advertising Display Prohibited
It shall be unlawful for any person to operate or to park on any street or in any
parking lot any vehicle for the sole purpose of displaying advertising signs.
5.9 No Overnight Parking, With Exceptions
It shall be unlawful for the driver of any vehicle other than one acting in an
emergency to park said vehicle on any street or in any municipally- owned
parking lot between the hours of 1:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. However, with a valid
current year's Community Access Sticker, vehicles may be parked overnight in
the following parking lots under the terms specified:
- Pleasant Street Center Parking Lot off Parker Street: From 5:00
p.m. until 8:00 a.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays,
Thursdays and Fridays and without limit on Saturdays and
Sundays.
- Harnden Yard Parking Lot off Pleasant Street: From 10:00 p.m.
until 8:00 a.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays,
Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.
-Brande Court Municipal Parking Lot off Haven Street: Eight
parking spots on the northerly fence line from 10:00 p.m. until
8:00 a.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays,
Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.
During a snow emergency declared by the Town Manager or his designee, no
parking will be permitted in "Leased Parking, Permit Required" spaces
established under Article 5.14 from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
5.10 Standing of Vehicles Near Schools
No person shall stop or stand any vehicle upon any public way in the Town of
Reading within one thousand feet of any school of said Town between the
hours of 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. on days when the public schools are in
session for the purpose of selling or offering for sale any food, beverage or
goods, wares or merchandise therein or there from.
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This section, however, shall not prevent the stopping of vehicles of hawkers or
peddlers at dwelling houses for the purpose of selling goods, wares and
merchandise to occupants thereof, in accordance with the provisions of
Chapter 101 of the General Laws and regulations made under the authority
thereof.
5.11 Repairing of Vehicles
No person shall repair, wash or clean vehicles or other conveyances or cause
them to be repaired, washed or cleaned in or upon any public way or municipal
parking lot of the Town, nor shall any person occupy any part of any public
way as storage room for any vehicle, except that in an emergency temporary
repairs may be made.
5.12 Angle Parking
Upon the streets or parts of streets as listed under Article 12 which have been
marked, vehicles shall be parked with one wheel within twelve inches of the
curb and at the angle to the curb indicated by such marks or official signs.
The vehicle shall be parked wholly within the painted lines provided.
5.13 Reserved Parking at Pleasant Street Center
The Town Manager shall designate 14 parking spaces at Pleasant Street Center
parking lot on Parker Street for Pleasant Street Center parking, and shall order
those spaces to be appropriately marked for that purpose. These spaces shall
be reserved for employees and patrons of the Pleasant Street Center at 49
Pleasant Street between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through
Friday, except on Town holidays.
During a snow emergency declared by the Town Manager or his designee, no
parking will be permitted in "Pleasant Street Center" spaces from 7:00 a.m. to
10:00 a.m.
5.13A Reserved Parking on Gould Street
The two marked parking spaces located directly in front of building numbers 9
and 11 along the northerly side of Gould Street shall be reserved for parking by
the residents and guests of said buildings.
5.14 Leased Parking Program for Merchants & Employees
The Town of Reading shall maintain a Leased Parking Program to help address
some of the unique parking needs of the employees and merchants within the
Downtown Business District. Each active spot in the Leased Parking Program
shall be appropriately signed for such purpose. Such parking spaces shall be
restricted to permit holders on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays
and Fridays between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
The Board of Selectman has designated the following parking lots as areas in
which the Town may lease parking spots: the Senior Center lot off of Parker
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Street the Harnden Yard lot off of Pleasant Street, the Brande Court lot off of
Haven Street, and the southerly side of High Street between Woburn Street and
Vine Street.
The Town Manager shall have the authority to designate specific leasable spots
within the areas listed in the preceding paragraph, according to the following
maximum allowances: fourteen individual spots within the Pleasant Street
Center lot, seven tandem and six single vehicle spots within the Harnden Yard
lot, seventeen spots within the Brande Court parking lot, and forty one spots
along High Street. The Town Manager shall have the authority to expand and
contract the active number of leasable spots according to local demand,
provided that said maximum allowances are never exceeded.
The Chief of Police shall manage the permitting process and collect all revenues
from the sale of leased parking. Permits shall only be issued to businesses,
business owners, contractors and employees who have a regular and
appropriate need for parking within the Downtown Business District. Said
permits shall be issued on paper cardstock to the lessee and shall be available
for purchase at a fee of $30.00 per space per month paid annually and $25.00
per space per month for tandem spots. Permits for leased parking spaces shall
be available at the Reading Police Department on Mondays, Tuesdays,
Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00
p.m.
Individual spaces shall be assigned to permit holders by the Chief of Police.
Permit holders shall be allowed to park the following vehicles in their assigned
spots: personal vehicles, commercial vehicles associated with their business,
employee vehicles, and other appropriate vehicles. It shall be the permit
holder's responsibility to report violations of their permit to the Reading Police
Department.
Priority for permits for spaces shall be given to those businesses in the closest
proximity to each lot that has spaces designated as "Leased Parking, Permit
Required." The methodology of assigning spaces where there is greater demand
than supply shall be developed by the Town Manager and administered by the
Chief of Police.
During a snow emergency declared by the Town Manager, no parking will be
permitted in "Leased Parking, Permit Required," spaces from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00
a.m.
5.15 Snow Emergency
The Town Manager or his designee may declare a snow emergency on the
recommendation of the Director of Public Works. In such an instance, parking
regulations will be modified as noted in these Traffic and Parking Regulations
for the duration of the declared emergency. In the event of a declared snow
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emergency, every effort will be made to notify residents and others affected by
the implementation of modified regulations.
5.16 Parking of Trailers
No person shall park or stand any trailer on any part of any street, way,
highway, road, or parkway under the control of the town, unless such trailer is
attached to a motor vehicle capable of towing it. Trailers parked in violation of
this bylaw are subject to fine and tow. The "speed board" and other such
equipment associated with municipal operations are exempt from this bylaw.
Short term exceptions to this section may be permitted by the Chief of Police or
his designee so long as public safety is not compromised.
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ARTICLE 6— OPERATION OF VEHICLES
6.1.1 Overtaking Other Vehicles
The driver of any vehicle overtaking another vehicle proceeding in the same
direction shall pass at a safe distance to the left thereof and shall not cut in
ahead of such other vehicle until safely clear of it.
6.1.2 No Obstruction of Intersections and Crosswalks
No driver shall enter an intersection or a marked crosswalk unless there is
sufficient space on the other side of the intersection or crosswalk, and on the
right half of the roadway to accommodate the vehicle he is operating without
obstructing the passage of other vehicles or pedestrians notwithstanding any
traffic control signal indication to proceed.
6.2 Overtake Only When There is a Space Ahead
The driver of a vehicle shall not overtake and pass a vehicle proceeding in the
same direction unless there is sufficient clear space ahead on the right side of
the roadway to permit the overtaking to be completed without impeding the
safe operation of any vehicle ahead, or without causing the driver of any such
vehicle to change his speed or alter his course, except as provided in Section 2
of Chapter 89 of the Massachusetts General Laws.
6.3 Driver to Give Way to Overtaking Vehicle
The driver of a vehicle when about to be overtaken and passed by another
vehicle approaching from the rear shall give way to the right when practicable
in favor of the overtaking vehicle, on suitable and audible signal being given by
the driver of the overtaking vehicle, and shall not increase the speed of his
vehicle until completely passed by the overtaking vehicle.
6.4 Obstructing Traffic
No person shall drive in such a manner as to unnecessarily obstruct the
normal movement of traffic upon any street or highway. Officers are hereby
authorized to require any driver who fails to comply with this section to drive to
the side of the roadway and wait until such traffic as has been delayed has
passed.
6.5 Following Too Closely
The driver of a vehicle shall not follow another vehicle more closely than is
reasonable and prudent having due regard to the speed of such vehicles and
the traffic upon and condition of the street or highway.
6.6 Slow Vehicles to Stay 200 Feet Apart
Upon roadways less than twenty -seven feet wide and upon which vehicular
traffic is permitted to operate in both directions, the driver of any slow moving
vehicle when traveling outside of a business or residential district shall not
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follow another moving slow vehicle within two hundred feet but this shall not
be construed to prevent such slow moving vehicle from overtaking and passing
another slow moving vehicle. This section shall not apply to funerals or other
lawful processions.
6.7 Care In Starting, Stopping, Turning or Backing
Before starting, stopping, turning from a direct line or backing, the driver of
any vehicle shall first see that such movement can be made in safety. If such
movement cannot be made in safety, or if it interferes unduly with the normal
movement of other traffic, said driver shall wait for a more favorable
opportunity to make such movement or forego it entirely. If the operation of
another vehicle should be affected by a stopping or turning movement, the
driver or such other vehicle shall be given a plainly visible signal as required by
Article 6.8.
6.8 Stopping and Turning Signals
Any signal herein required shall be given sufficient time in advance of the
movement indicated to give ample warning to any person who may be affected
by said movement, and shall be given either by means of the hand and arm in
the manner specified or by a suitable mechanical or electrical device, except
that when a vehicle is so constructed or loaded as to prevent the hand and arm
signal from being made or from being visible both to the front and rear, the
signal shall be given by a suitable device.
6.9 Sound Horn When Necessary
The driver of a vehicle shall give an audible warning with his horn or other
suitable warning device whenever necessary to ensure safe operation.
6.10 Obedience to Traffic Control Signals
Colors and arrow indications in traffic control signals shall have the command
ascribed to them in this section, and no other meanings, and every driver of a
vehicle, railway car or other conveyance shall comply therewith, except when
otherwise directed by an officer or by a superseding lawful traffic sign, other
than an official stop sign, signal or device or except as provided in 6.14.2 of
this Article. In no case shall a driver enter or proceed through an intersection
without due regard to the safety of other persons within the intersection
regardless of what indications may be given by traffic control signal.
6.10.1 Green
While the green lens is illuminated, drivers facing the signal may proceed
through the intersection, but shall yield the right of way to pedestrians and
vehicles lawfully within a crosswalk or the intersection at the time such signal
was exhibited. Drivers of vehicles making a right or left turn shall yield the
right of way to pedestrians crossing with the flow of traffic.
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1 6.10.2 Right, Left and Vertical Green Arrows
2 When a right green arrow is illuminated, drivers facing said signal may turn
3 right. When a left green arrow is illuminated, drivers facing said signal may
4 turn left. When a vertical green arrow is illuminated, drivers facing said signal
5 may go straight ahead. When a green arrow is exhibited, together with a red or
6 a yellow lens, drivers may enter the intersection to make the movement
7 permitted by the arrow, but shall yield the right of way to vehicles and
8 pedestrians proceeding from ' another direction on a green indication.
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11 While the yellow lens is illuminated, waiting drivers shall not proceed and any
12 driver approaching the intersection or a marked "stop" line, shall stop at such
13 point unless so close to the intersection that a stop cannot be made in safety,
14 provided, however, that if a green arrow is illuminated at the same time, drivers
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18 While the red lens is illuminated, drivers facing the signal shall stop outside of
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24 Unless otherwise posted, drivers facing an illuminated red lens may, after
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39 The yellow lens when illuminated with rapid intermittent flashes shall indicate
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43 In accordance with written approval of the Massachusetts Highway
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6.12 Obedience to Isolated Stop Signs
Every driver of a vehicle or other conveyance approaching an intersection of
ways or railroad crossing where there exists facing him an official sign, bearing
the word "stop" and authorized by this section, shall before proceeding through
the intersection or over railroad crossing bring such vehicle, or other
conveyance, to a complete stop at such point as may be clearly marked by a
sign or line, or if a point is not so marked then at a place between the said
"stop" sign and the nearer line of the street intersection or railroad crossing.
This section shall not apply when the traffic is otherwise directed by an officer
or by a lawful traffic regulating sign, signal or device. In accordance with the
foregoing, the rule and order hereby authorizes the installation and
maintenance of an official stop sign or stop signs at the intersections to which
this Article has been applied as listed under Article 12 and enumerated in
Appendix 1.
6.13 No Driving on Sidewalk
The driver of a vehicle shall not drive upon any sidewalk except at a permanent
or temporary driveway.
6.14.1 Funeral and Other Processions, Right Edge of Road
It shall be the duty of each driver in a funeral or other procession to keep as
near to the right edge of the roadway as is feasible, and to follow the vehicle
ahead as closely as is practicable and safe.
6.14.2 Funeral and Other Processions, Traffic Controls
At an intersection where a traffic control signal is operating, the driver of the
first vehicle in a funeral or other procession shall be the only one required to
stop for a red or yellow indication.
6.14.3 Funeral and Other Processions, Stop Signs
At an intersection where a lawful stop sign exists, the driver of the first vehicle
in the funeral or other procession shall be the only one required to stop before
proceeding through the intersection.
6.15 Drive Within Marked Lanes
When any roadway has been divided into lanes, a driver of a vehicle shall drive
so as to be entirely within a single lane, and shall not move from the lane in
which he is driving until he has first ascertained if such movement can be
made with safety.
6.16 Use Right Lane
Upon all roadways, the driver of a vehicle shall drive in the lane nearest the
right side of the roadway when said lane is available for travel except when
overtaking another vehicle or when preparing for a left turn.
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6.17 Left Turns Prohibited
Left turns shall be prohibited at the locations as listed under Article 12.
6.17A Left Lane Must Turn Left
Left lane must turn left at the locations as listed under Article 12.
6.17B Right Turn Only
Right turn only at the locations as listed under Article 12.
6.17C Right Lane Must Turn Right
Right lane must turn right at the locations as listed under Article 12.
6.15 Backing Around Corners and Into Intersections
The driver of a vehicle shall not back the vehicle around a corner or into an
intersection and shall not in any event or at any place back a vehicle unless
such movement can be made in safety.
6.19 U -Turns Prohibited
No operator shall make a U -turn at any location where the centerline of a street
is painted with a single or double yellow line.
6.20 Emerging from Alley or Private Driveway
The driver of a vehicle emerging from an alley, driveway or garage shall stop
such vehicle immediately prior to driving on to a sidewalk or onto the sidewalk
area extending across alley way or driveway.
6.21 Driving on Road Surfaces Under Construction or Repair
No operator shall enter upon the road surface of any street or highway or
section thereof, when, by reason of construction, surface treatment,
maintenance or the like, or because of some unprotected hazard, such road
surface is closed to travel and one or more signs, lights or signals have been
erected to indicate that all or part of the road surface of the street or highway is
not to be used, or when so advised by an officer, watchman, member of a street
or highway crew, or employee of the Town either audibly or by signals.
6.22.1 Vehicle Operation at Crosswalks, Stopping
When traffic control signals are not in place or not in operation, the driver of a
vehicle which for the purposes of this Article shall include bicycles, shall yield
the right of way, slowing down or stopping if need be so to yield to a pedestrian
crossing the roadway within a marked crosswalk when the pedestrian is upon
the half of the roadway upon which the vehicle is traveling, or when the
pedestrian approaches from the opposite half of the roadway to within five feet
of that half of the roadway upon which the vehicle is traveling.
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6.22.2 Vehicle Operation at Crosswalks, No Passing
No operator of a vehicle shall pass any other vehicle which has been stopped at
a marked crosswalk to permit a pedestrian to cross a way, nor shall any
operator enter a marked crosswalk until there is sufficient space on the other
side of the crosswalk to accommodate the vehicle he is operating
notwithstanding any traffic control signal indication to proceed.
6.23 Construction of and Loading of Vehicles
No person shall operate a vehicle in such condition or so constructed or loaded
as to be likely to cause delay in traffic or accident or injury to man, beast or
property. No person shall operate any vehicle loaded with any material
extending more than four feet beyond the rear or front of said vehicle unless
there is attached thereto a red flag of sufficient size during the hours of
daylight and a red light during the hours of darkness, both of which shall be
plainly visible.
6.24 Special Speed Regulations, General
Pursuant to Section 17 of Chapter 90 of the Massachusetts General Laws,
speed limits for all roadways within thickly settled areas shall be set at thirty
miles per hour. For the purposes of said statute, the entire Town of Reading is
considered a thickly settled area. However, Section 18 of Chapter 90 of the
Massachusetts General Laws provides that the State Highway Department and
the Registrar of Motor Vehicles may approve special speed regulations in
limited areas upon successful petition by a municipality. The Town of Reading
has received such approval for a number of special speed regulations as listed
under Article 12 and enumerated in Appendix 5.
6.24.1 Special Speed Regulations, School Zones
Pursuant to Section 17 of Chapter 90 of the Massachusetts General Laws,
speed limits for all roadways within thickly settled areas shall be set at thirty
miles per hour. For the purposes of said statute, the entire Town of Reading is
considered a thickly settled area. However, the combined provisions of Section
18 of Chapter 90 and Section 2 of Chapter 85 of the Massachusetts General
Laws as well as the most current promulgation of the Massachusetts
Amendments to the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, provide that
the Town may establish school zones according to the combined procedures
under said provisions. The Town of Reading has received such approval for a
number of special school zone speed regulations as listed under Article 12 and
enumerated in Appendix 5.
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6.25.1 Do Not Enter, School Zone Group A
With the exception of emergency vehicles, vehicles shall be prohibited from
entering certain streets through certain areas between the hours of 7:30 a.m.
and 8:30 a.m. and between 2:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays,
Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from September 1st through June 30th.
The streets and areas to which this Article has been applied are listed under
Article 12.
6.25.2 Do Not Enter, Residents Only Group
With the exception of emergency vehicles and vehicles associated with
residences that would otherwise be made inaccessible by this Article, vehicles
shall be prohibited from entering certain streets through certain areas. The
streets and areas to which this Article has been applied are listed under Article
12.
6.25.3 Do Not Enter, Traffic Mitigation Group
With the exception of emergency vehicles, vehicles shall be prohibited from
entering certain streets through certain areas between the hours of 7:30 a.m.
and 9:00 a.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.
The streets and areas to which this Article has been applied are listed under
Article 12.
6.25.4 Do Not Enter, School Zone Group B
With the exception of emergency vehicles, vehicles shall be prohibited from
entering certain streets through certain areas between the hours of 7:00 a.m.
and 8:30 a.m. and between 2:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays,
Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from August 25th through June 30th. The
streets and areas to which this Article has been applied are listed under Article
12.
6.25.5 Do Not Enter, Anytime
All vehicles shall be prohibited from entering certain streets through certain
areas. The streets and areas to which this Article has been applied are listed
under Article 12.
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ARTICLE 7— PEDESTRIAN CONTROL REGULATIONS
7.1 Pedestrians Crossing Ways or Roadways
Pedestrians shall obey the directions of officers directing traffic and whenever
there is an officer directing traffic, or a traffic control signal within three
hundred feet of a pedestrian, no such pedestrian shall cross a way or roadway
except within the limits of the marked crosswalk at the signalized location and
as hereinafter provided in these regulations.
7.2.1 Pedestrian Actuation
At a traffic control signal location where pedestrian indications are provided
but which are shown only upon actuation by means of a pedestrian push
button, no pedestrian shall cross a roadway unless or until the pedestrian
control signal push button has been actuated and then cross only on the
proper pedestrian signal indication. At traffic control signal location where no
pedestrian indication is provided, pedestrians shall cross only on the green
indication. If necessary, the green indication shall be actuated by means of a
push button.
7.2.2 Pedestrians Must Yield to ,Funerals and Emergency Vehicles
At a traffic control signal location, pedestrians shall yield the right of way to
vehicles of a funeral or other procession or authorized emergency vehicle while
in the performance of emergency duties regardless of the signal indication
given, and they shall not attempt to cross the roadway until such vehicles or
procession has passed at which time pedestrians shall then cross the roadway
only as provided in these regulations.
7.3 Pedestrian Obedience to Traffic Control Signals
Traffic control signal color indications and legends shall have the commands
ascribed to them in this section and no other meanings, and every pedestrian
shall comply therewith except when otherwise directed by an officer.
7.3.1 Red and Yellow or the Word "Walk"
Whenever the red and yellow lenses are illuminated together or the single word
"Walk" is illuminated, pedestrians facing such indication may proceed across
the roadway and in the direction of such signal only.
7.3.2 Red Alone or "Don't Walk"
Whenever the words "Don't Walk" or any indication other than red and yellow
shown together are illuminated in a traffic control signal where pedestrian
indications are provided, pedestrians approaching or facing such indication
shall wait on the sidewalk, edge or roadway or in the pedestrian refuge area of
a traffic island, and shall not enter upon or cross a roadway until the proper
indication is illuminated in the traffic control signal, but any pedestrian who
has partially completed his crossing on the walk indication shall proceed or
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indication or when the words "Don't Walk" are illuminated by rapid
intermittent flashes.
7.3.3 Green Alone
At traffic control signal locations where no pedestrian indication is given or
provided, pedestrians facing the signal may proceed across the roadway within
any marked crosswalk in the direction of the green indication.
7.3.4 Yellow Alone, Red Alone or Flashing "Don't Walk"
Pedestrians approaching or facing a yellow, red or flashing "Don't Walk"
illuminated indication shall not start to cross a roadway.
7.3.5 Flashing Red, Yellow or Green
At any traffic control signal location where a flashing red, flashing yellow or
flashing green indication is being given facing a crosswalk, pedestrians shall
actuate, where provided, the pedestrian signal indication and cross the
roadway only on the red - yellow or "Walk" indication when such indication is in
operation. If no pedestrian signal is provided, pedestrians shall cross within
crosswalks with due care.
7.4 Pedestrian Crossings and Use of Roadways
It shall be unlawful for any person to actuate a pedestrian control signal,
unless a crossing of the roadway is intended.
7.5 Operators to Exercise Due Care
The provisions of these regulations shall in no way abrogate the provisions of
Sections 14 and 14A of Chapter 90 of the Massachusetts General Laws which
provide for "Precautions for Safety of Other Travelers" and for the "Protection of
Blind Persons Crossing Ways."
Furthermore, notwithstanding the provisions of these regulations, every
operator of a vehicle shall exercise due care to avoid colliding with any
pedestrian upon the roadway and shall give warning by sounding the horn
when necessary, and shall exercise proper precautions which may become
necessary for safe operation.
7.6 Officers to Enforce Pedestrian Regulations
These pedestrian control regulations shall be enforced by all officers of the
Town of Reading.
7.7 Exemptions
The provisions of these Traffic Rules and Regulations governing the use of ways
by pedestrians shall not apply to pedestrians actually engaged in work upon a
roadway closed to travel or under construction or repair, to municipal, state,
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their public duties or to pedestrians acting in an emergency when such
emergency necessitates departure from any part of these rules and regulations.
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ARTICLE S —ONE WAY STREETS
S.1 One Way Streets: Vehicular traffic shall move only in the direction
indicated under the relevant clauses within Article 12 upon the streets or parts
of streets to which this Article has been applied as listed under Article 12 and
enumerated in Appendix 2.
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ARTICLE 9 —HEAVY COMMERCIAL VEHICLE EXCLUSIONS
9.1 Heavy Commercial Vehicles Excluded
Section 2 of Chapter 85 of the Massachusetts General Laws limits a
municipality's ability to exclude heavy commercial vehicles from specific public
ways. In order for such an exclusion to become official it must adhere to a
process set forth by said Section of the Massachusetts General Laws and gain
written approval by the State Traffic Engineer. The Town has successfully
received approval of several said exclusions as listed in the various subsections
of Article 12. The use and operation of heavy commercial vehicles are hereby
prohibited from travelling at any time on those streets or parts of streets to
which this Article has been applied as listed under Article 12 and enumerated
in Appendix 4.
9.2 Exemptions
The foregoing sections of this Article shall not apply to commercial or heavy
commercial vehicles going to or coming from places upon said streets or
adjoining streets or ways to which access cannot otherwise be gained, or to
vehicles of municipal departments or public service corporations having
emergency work to do on said streets or adjoining streets, or to the U. S. Mail
vehicles collecting mail on the said streets, or to Police and Fire Department
vehicles or to ambulances.
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4 Whoever violates any of the provisions of Articles 5.1, 5.2, 5.2A, 5.3, 5.3A,
5 5.4.1, 5.4.1A, 5.4.1B, 5.4.2, 5.4.3, 5.4.4A, 5.4.4B, 5.4.4C, 5.4.4D, 5.4.4F,
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7 5.10, 5.11, 5.12, 5.13, 5.13A, 5.14, 5.16 above, shall be subject to a monetary
8 penalty for each separate violation. Each instance of a violation shall be subject
9 to a twenty dollar fine.
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12 Whoever violates any of the provisions of Articles 5.4.4E and 5.4.6 above shall
13 be subject to a monetary penalty for each separate violation. Each instance of a
14 violation shall be subject to a fifty dollar fine.
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16 10.1C One Hundred Dollar Fine for Violation of Fire Lane Restrictions
17 Whoever violates any of the provisions of Article 5.4.4E above or Article 8.3 of
18 the General Bylaws of the Town of Reading shall be subject to a monetary
19 penalty for each separate violation. Each instance of a violation shall be subject
20 to a one hundred dollar fine for the first offense, one hundred fifty dollar fine
21 for the second offense and a two hundred dollar fine for third and subsequent
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24 10.11) One Hundred Dollar Fine for Violation of Handicap Parking
25 Whoever violates any of the provisions of Article 8.4 of the General Bylaws of
26 the Town of Reading shall be subject to a monetary penalty for each separate
27 violation. Each instance of a violation shall be subject to a one hundred dollar
28 fine for the first offense, one hundred fifty dollar fine for the second offense and
29 a two hundred dollar fine for third and subsequent offenses.
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32 Whoever violates any one of the various provisions contained within Articles 6,
33 7, 8, and 9 above inclusive shall be subject to a monetary penalty for each
34 separate violation. Each instance of a violation shall be subject to a fifty dollar
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38 Pursuant to Section 20D of Chapter 90 of the Massachusetts General Laws,
39 violators may be summonsed to court and, under certain circumstances,
40 arrested for tampering with or destroying parking tickets affixed to any vehicle,
41 whether owned by the violator or not.
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44 All fines collected upon conviction of any person charged with a violation of any
45 of the provisions of these Traffic and Parking Regulations shall be paid into the
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10.4 Owner Prima Facie Responsible for Violations
If any vehicle is found upon any street or highway in violation of any provisions
of these Traffic Rules and Regulations and the identity of the driver cannot be
determined, the owner or the person in whose name such vehicle is registered
shall be held prima facie responsible for such violation.
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5 The application of Articles and Regulations as listed under Article 12 below, so
6 far as they are the same as those of existing regulations, shall be construed as
7 a continuation thereof and not as new enactments, and a reference in a statute
8 or local bylaw which has not been repealed to provisions of law which are
9 revised and re- enacted herein shall be construed as applying to such
10 provisions as so incorporated in these Traffic and Parking Regulations.
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12 The application of all remaining Articles as listed under Article 12 shall be
13 considered new enactments and, as such, shall serve to repeal and replace
14 their historical counterparts as listed in the amended version of the Traffic
15 Rules and Regulations, originally adopted on March 28, 1995. Such repeal
16 shall not, however, affect or prevent the punishment or penalty imposed or any
17 complaint or prosecution of any person pending for any act upon or committed
18 in violation of any rule and order hereby repealed prior to the taking effect of
19 these Traffic and Parking Regulations.
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21 Should the Board of Selectmen vote to adopt the Articles contained herein,
22 such Articles shall become effective immediately and the Town Manager, Chief
23 of Police, and Town Engineer shall be granted the shared authority to initiate
24 and complete any administrative tasks required by Section 2 of Chapter 85 of
25 the Massachusetts General Laws in order for such Articles to be accepted and
26 recognized by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
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28 11.2 No Revival of Prior Regulations
29 The repeal of an Article pursuant to the provisions of Article 11.4 below shall
30 not revive an Article or bylaw heretofore repealed or superseded.
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33 If any Article, section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of these Traffic
34 and Parking Regulations is for any reason determined to be unconstitutional,
35 such a determination shall not affect the validity of the remaining portion of
36 these Traffic and Parking Regulations. The Board of Selectmen of the Town of
37 Reading hereby declares that it would have passed the Articles herein and each
38 section, subsection, sentence, clause or paragraph thereof, irrespective of the
39 fact that any one or more sections, subsections, sentence, clauses or phrases
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42 11.4 Updating, Repeal and Future Re- Adoptions of Regulations
43 The Traffic and Parking Regulations are a subset of bylaws adopted through a
44 majority vote by the Board of Selectmen pursuant to the combined provisions
45 of Section 4.11 of the Bylaws of the Town of Reading and Section 22 of Chapter
46 40 and Section 2 of Chapter 85 of the Massachusetts General Laws.
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2 In accordance with Article 3.3.1 of the General Bylaws of the Town of Reading,
3 the Town Clerk shall keep official records regarding the executive actions of the
4 Board of Selectmen, which includes any and all records relative to the adoption
5 or rejection of proposed amendments to these Traffic and Parking Regulations.
6 The Board of Selectmen has the whole authority to update these regulations at
7 any time.
9 11.5 Maintenance of Records
10 The Town Clerk shall be responsible for keeping an electronic archive of all
11 executive actions taken by the Board of Selectmen relative to these Traffic and
12 Parking Regulations. The Chief of Police or his designee shall be responsible for
13 the consolidation of all such actions into an organized document, which shall
14 be known as the Traffic and Parking Regulations of the Town of Reading,
15 contained herein.
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17 11.6 Publishing of Official Copy of Regulations
18 The official copy of the Traffic and Parking Regulations contained herein shall
19 be that copy which is printed annually in its amended form by the Reading
20 Police Department and available for public review at the Police Station. The
21 Reading Police Department shall also retain an original copy of these Traffic
22 and Parking Regulations in its original form. The amended form of these
23 regulations shall also be posted conspicuously on the Town of Reading's official
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6 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to A Street. The general
7 regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to A Street.
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10 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Adams Way. The general
11 regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Adams Way.
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14 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Alden Circle. The
15 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Alden Circle.
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18 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Annette Lane. The
19 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Annette Lane.
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22 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Anson Lane. The general
23 regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Anson Lane.
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26 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Applegate Lane. The
27 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Applegate
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31 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Appleton Lane. The
32 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Appleton Lane.
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35 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Arcadia Avenue. The
36 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Arcadia
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40 Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on Arlington Street shall be prohibited on the
41 easterly side between Prescott Street and Woburn Street.
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2 Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. on the westerly side
3 between Woburn Street and Prescott Street.
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8 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Arnold Avenue. The
9 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Arnold Avenue.
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1 I Arrow Circle
12 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Arrow Circle. The
13 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Arrow Circle.
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15 Arthur B. Lord Drive
16 Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on Arthur B. Lord Drive shall be prohibited
17 between the signs at the entry points to the Birch Meadow School traffic circle.
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19 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
20 sign is authorized on Arthur B. Lord Drive at the intersection with Forest Street
21 for northbound drivers.
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23 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
24 sign is authorized on Arthur B. Lord Drive at the intersection with Birch
25 Meadow Drive for southbound drivers.
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27 Ash Hill Road
28 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
29 sign is authorized on Ash Hill Road at the intersection with Walnut Street for
30 southbound drivers.
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32 Ash Street
33 Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on Ash Street shall be prohibited on the
34 westerly side between Green Street and the northernmost intersection with
35 Main Street, and on the easterly side for a distance of eighty -eight feet from the
36 northernmost intersection with Main Street.
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38 Pursuant to Article 5.4.1A, parking on the following areas of Ash Street shall be
39 subject to the Two Hour Downtown Business District Parking Restriction: the
40 six angle parking spaces on the easterly side from Haven Street to the rear
41 driveway of 550 Main Street, the angle parking on the easterly side from
42 Washington Street southerly to Main Street and all other designated parking
43 spaces in the area between Green Street and Washington Street.
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I Pursuant to Article 5.12, angle parking shall be allowed in the six spaces
2 designated by official pavement markings and signage along the easterly side of
3 Ash Street from Haven Street southerly for approximately one hundred feet.
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5 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs
6 is authorized on Ash Street at the intersection with Washington Street for
7 southbound drivers.
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9 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs
10 is authorized on Ash Street at the intersection with Main Street for
11 southeasterly and northwesterly bound drivers.
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13 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs
14 is authorized on Ash Street at the intersection with Green Street for
15 southbound and northbound bound drivers.
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17 Pursuant to Article 6.17b, southeasterly bound drivers on Ash Street shall
18 make a right turn only onto Main Street.
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20 Pursuant to Article 6.25.5, northbound vehicular traffic shall be restricted from
21 entering at any time the municipally -owned faux cobblestone parking lot
22 located in front of 580 Main Street Ash Street by way of Ash Street. Vehicles
23 shall enter said lot only by way of Haven Street.
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25 Pursuant to Article 8, vehicular traffic along the section of Ash Street between
26 Haven Street and Ash Street shall proceed one way only in a southerly
27 direction.
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29 Former Heavy and Commercial Vehicle Exclusion under Article 9.1 Repealed.
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31 Ash Hill Road
32 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
33 sign is authorized on Ash Hill Road at the intersection with Walnut Street for
34 southbound drivers.
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36 Ashley Place
37 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Ashley Place. The
38 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Ashley Place.
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41 Auburn Street
42 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
43 sign is authorized on Auburn Street at the intersection with Bancroft Avenue
44 for westbound drivers.
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I Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Audubon Road. The
2 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Audubon
3 Road.
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5 Aurele Circle
6 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Aurele Circle. The
7 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Aurele Circle.
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9 Autumn Lane
10 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Autumn Lane. The
11 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Autumn Lane.
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13 Avalon Road
14 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
15 sign is authorized on Avalon Road at the intersection with Louanis Drive for
16 northbound drivers.
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18 Avon Street
19 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
20 sign is authorized on Avon Street at the intersection with Main Street for
21 westbound drivers.
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23 Azalea Circle
24 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
25 sign is authorized on Azalea Circle at the intersection with Salem Street for
26 northbound drivers.
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28 B Street
29 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to B Street. The general
30 regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to B Street.
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33 Bainbridge Road
34 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Bainbridge Road. The
35 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Bainbridge
36 Road.
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38 Baker Road
39 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Baker Road. The general
40 regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Baker Road.
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42 Baldwin Lane
43 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Baldwin Lane. The
44 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Baldwin Lane.
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I Balsam Road
2 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Balsam Road. The
3 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Balsam Road.
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5 Bancroft Avenue
6 Pursuant to Article 5.2, a valid Resident Parking Permit shall be required to
7 park lawfully on both sides of Bancroft Avenue between Woburn Street and
8 Mount Vernon between the hours from 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Monday
9 through Friday.
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11 Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on Bancroft Avenue shall be prohibited on the
12 west side of the street between Hartshorn Street and Tower Road.
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14 Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on Bancroft Avenue shall be prohibited on the
15 easterly of the street between Woburn Street and Mount Vernon Street.
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17 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs
18 is authorized on Bancroft Avenue at the intersections with Lowell Street for
19 southbound drivers.
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21 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs
22 is authorized on Bancroft Avenue at the intersection with Woburn Street for
23 southbound drivers.
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25 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs
26 is authorized on Bancroft Avenue, at the intersection with Middlesex Avenue for
27 both northbound and southbound drivers.
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29 Pursuant to Article 6.25.5, northbound vehicular traffic shall be restricted from
30 entering at any time the section of Bancroft Avenue from Middlesex Avenue to
31 Lowell Street.
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33 Pursuant to Article 8, vehicular traffic along the section of Bancroft Avenue
34 between Lowell Street and Middlesex Avenue shall proceed one way only in the
35 southerly direction.
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37 Former Heavy and Commercial Vehicle Exclusion under Article 9.1 Repealed.
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41 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Barbara Lane. The
42 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Barbara Lane.
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2 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
3 sign is authorized on Barrows Road at the intersection with Lowell Street for
4 northbound and southbound drivers.
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7 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Bartlett Circle. The
8 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Bartlett Circle.
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12 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Batchelder Road. The
13 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Batchelder
14 Road.
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16 Bear Hill Road
17 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
18 sign is authorized on Bear Hill Road at the intersection with Summer Avenue
19 for northbound drivers.
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21 Beaver Road
22 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Beaver Road. The
23 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Beaver Road.
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25 Beech Street
26 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Beech Street. The
27 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Beech Street.
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29 Belmont Street
30 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
31 sign is authorized on Belmont Street at the intersection with Salem Street for
32 southbound drives.
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34 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
35 sign is authorized on Belmont Street at the intersection with Orange Street for
36 northbound and southbound drives.
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38 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
39 sign is authorized on Belmont Street at the intersection with Charles Street for
40 westbound drivers.
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43 Currently Benjamin Lane had not been adopted as a public way within the
44 Town of Reading. No Articles have been applied specifically to Benjamin Lane.
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I Benton Circle
2 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
3 sign is authorized on Benton Circle at the intersection with Lowell Street for
4 westbound drivers.
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7 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Berkeley Street. The
8 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Berkeley
9 Street.
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11 Beverly Road
12 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
13 sign is authorized on Beverly Road at the intersection with Lowell Street for
14 southbound drivers.
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17 Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on Birch Meadow Drive shall be prohibited on
18 the north side of the street for a length of forty feet on both sides of the center
19 line to the emergency access road located six hundred feet southwest of the
20 most southerly corner of the Birch Meadow Elementary School.
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22 Pursuant to Article 6.24, eastbound traffic along Birch Meadow Drive shall be
23 subject to a speed limit of twenty miles per hour from John Carver Road for a
24 distance of thirty -eight hundredths of one mile; speed shall be limited to thirty
25 miles per hour for a distance of twenty -five hundredths of one mile ending at
26 Main Street.
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28 Pursuant to Article 6.24, westbound traffic along Birch Meadow Drive shall be
29 subject to a speed limit of thirty miles per hour for a distance of twenty -five
30 hundredths of one mile starting at Main Street; speed shall be limited to twenty
31 miles per hour for a distance of thirty -eight hundredths of one mile ending at
32 the intersection of John Carver Road.
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34 Pursuant to Article 6.24.1, the section of Birch Meadow Drive within the area of
35 three hundred feet in advance the easterly and westerly points where the
36 projected nearest line of the Coolidge Middle School intersects Birch Meadow
37 Drive shall be a school zone, subject to a maximum speed of twenty miles per
38 hour when children are present.
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40 Pursuant to Article 6.24.1, the section of Birch Meadow Drive within the area of
41 three hundred feet in advance the easterly and westerly points where the
42 projected nearest line of the Birch Meadow Elementary School intersects Birch
43 Meadow Drive shall be a school zone, subject to a maximum speed of twenty
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I Blueberry Lane
2 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
3 sign is authorized on Blueberry Lane at both ends which intersect with
4 Franklin Street for northbound drivers.
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6 Bolton Street
7 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
8 sign is authorized on Bolton Street at the intersection with Ash Street for
9 westbound drivers.
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11 Bond Street
12 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
13 sign is authorized on Bond Street at the intersection with Lowell Street for
14 northbound drivers.
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16 Border Road
17 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Border Road. The
18 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Border Road.
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20 Boswell Road
21 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Boswell Road. The
22 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Boswell Road.
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24 Boyce Street
25 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Boyce Street. The
26 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Boyce Street.
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28 Bradford Road
29 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
30 sign is authorized on Bradford Road at the intersection with Lowell Street for
31 northbound drivers.
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33 Brande Court & Brande Court Municipal Parking Lot
34 Pursuant to Article 5.4.1A, unless otherwise designated, parking within the
35 Brande Court Municipal Parking Lot shall be limited to a maximum of two
36 hours between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays,
37 Thursdays and Fridays.
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39 Pursuant to Article 5.2A, twelve clearly marked parking spaces along the
40 northerly fence line of Brande Court Municipal Parking lot shall be subject to
41 the Downtown Business District Employee Permit Parking Restrictions.
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43 Pursuant to Article 5.9, it shall be unlawful for the driver of any vehicle other
44 than one acting in an emergency to park said vehicle within the Brande Court
45 Municipal Parking Lot between the hours of 1:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m., with the
46 exception of the eight resident parking spots on the northerly fence line. Said
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I exception shall only apply to those vehicles properly displaying a valid Reading
2 Community Access Sticker. Such vehicles shall be allowed to park in the eight
3 parked spots along the fence line between the hours from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00
4 a.m. on Mondays through Fridays.
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6 Pursuant to Article 5.13, the Town Manager has designated the four
7 southernmost parking spaces along the Chute Street entrance to Brande Court
8 as leased parking spots. Said spots shall be appropriately marked for that
9 purpose.
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11 Brentwood Drive
12 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
13 sign is authorized on Brentwood Drive at the intersection with Main Street for
14 eastbound drivers.
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16 Breton Circle
17 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Breton Circle. The
18 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Breton Circle.
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20 Brewer Lane
21 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Brewer Lane. The
22 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Brewer Lane.
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24 Briarwood Avenue
25 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
26 sign is authorized on Briarwood Avenue at the intersection with Pearl Street for
27 westbound drivers.
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29 Brook Street
30 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
31 sign is authorized on Brook Street at the intersection with Summer Avenue for
32 southbound drivers.
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34 Browning Terrace
35 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Browning Terrace. The
36 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Browning
37 Terrace.
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39 Buckingham Drive
40 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
41 sign is authorized on Buckingham Drive at the intersection with Summer
42 Avenue for westbound drivers.
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I Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
2 sign is authorized on Buckingham Drive at the intersection with Melbourne
3 Avenue for northbound drivers.
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6 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
7 sign is authorized on Buckskin Drive at the intersection with Franklin Street
8 for northbound drivers.
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10 C Street
11 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to C Street. The general
12 regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to C Street.
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14 California Road
15 Pursuant to Article 5.4.4C, parking along the southerly side of California Road
16 shall annually be prohibited between the hours from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.
17 and from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., during the portion of the week starting on
18 Monday and ending on Friday from the period starting on September 1St and
19 ending on June 301h.
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21 Canterbury Drive
22 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
23 sign is authorized on Canterbury Drive at the intersection with Salem Street for
24 southbound drivers.
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26 Cape Cod Avenue
27 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
28 sign is authorized on Cape Cod Avenue at the intersection with Lowell Street
29 for northbound drivers.
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31 Carriage Lane
32 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Carriage Lane. The
33 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Carriage Lane.
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35 Catherine Avenue
36 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Catherine Avenue. The
37 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Catherine
38 Avenue.
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40 Causeway Road
41 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
42 sign is authorized on Causeway Road at the intersection with Lowell Street for
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I Center Avenue
2 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Center Avenue. The
3 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Center Avenue.
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5 Chapel Hill Drive
6 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
7 sign is authorized on Chapel Hill Drive at the intersection with Franklin Street
8 for northbound drivers.
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10 Chapin Avenue
11 Pursuant to Article 5.2A, the southerly side of Chapin Avenue between number
12 15 and Elliot Street shall be subject to the Downtown Business District
13 Employee Permit Parking Restrictions.
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15 Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking shall be prohibited on Chapin Avenue along
16 the entire northerly side.
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18 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
19 sign is authorized on Chapin Avenue at the intersection with Elliot Street for
20 eastbound drivers.
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22 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
23 sign is authorized on Chapin Avenue at the intersection with Main Street for
24 westbound drivers.
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26 Charles Street
27 Pursuant to Article 5.4.4D, parking shall be prohibited on the northwest side of
28 Charles Street between Dana Road and Boswell Road between the hours from
29 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. and from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Monday through
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32 Pursuant to Article 5.4.4F, parking shall be prohibited on the northerly side of
33 Charles Street between Main Street and Pearl Street between the hours from
34 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. during the months of April, May, June, July and
35 August.
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37 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
38 sign is authorized on Charles Street at the intersections with Main Street for
39 westbound drivers.
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41 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
42 sign is authorized on Charles Street at the intersections with Haverhill Street
43 for eastbound drivers.
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45 Pursuant to Article 6.17, no vehicle traveling westerly on Charles Street shall
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3 three hundred feet in advance of the point where the projected northeasterly
4 and southeasterly lines of the J W Killam Elementary School building
5 intersects the abutting roadway shall proceed at no greater than twenty miles
6 per hour when children are present.
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8 Chequessett Road
9 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Chequessett Road. The
10 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Chequessett
11 Road.
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13 Cherry Lane Drive
14 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Cherry Lane Drive. The
15 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Cherry Lane
16 Drive.
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18 Chestnut Road
19 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Chestnut Road. The
20 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Chestnut
21 Road.
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23 Chute Street
24 Pursuant to Article 5.2, a valid Resident Parking Permit shall be required to
25 park lawfully on the westerly side of Chute Street between Mount Vernon
26 Street and number 42 between the hours from 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
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29 Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking shall be prohibited on the easterly side of
30 Chute Street between Woburn Street and Mount Vernon Street; parking shall
31 also be prohibited on the westerly side of Chute Street between Haven Street
32 and Woburn Street.
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34 Pursuant to Article 5.4.1A, parking on Chute Street shall be subject to the
35 Business District Two Hour Parking Restriction.
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37 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs
38 is authorized on Chute Street at the intersection with Woburn Street for
39 northbound and southbound drivers.
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41 Pursuant to Article 8, vehicular traffic on Chute Street shall only move in a
42 northerly direction between Haven Street and Woburn Street and vehicular
43 traffic on Chute Street shall only move in a southerly direction between Mount
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I Clover Circle
2 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Clover Circle. The
3 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Clover Circle.
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5 Colburn Road
6 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Colburn Road. The
7 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Colburn Road.
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9 Collins Avenue
10 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
11 sign is authorized on Collins Avenue at the intersection with Franklin Street for
12 southbound drivers.
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14 Colonial Drive
15 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Colonial Drive. The
16 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Colonial Drive.
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18 Condor Road
19 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Condor Road. The
20 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Condor Road.
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22 Copeland Avenue
23 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Copeland Avenue. The
24 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Copeland
25 Avenue.
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27 Cottage Park
28 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Cottage Park. The
29 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Cottage Park.
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31 Countryside Lane
32 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Countryside Lane. The
33 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Countryside
34 Lane.
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36 Covey Hill Road
37 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
38 sign is authorized on Covey Hill Road at the intersection with Franklin Street
39 for northbound drivers.
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41 Criterion Street
42 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Criterion Street. The
43 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Criterion
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Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Crocus Lane. The
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Crosby Road
Pursuant to Article 5.2, a valid Resident Parking Permit shall be required to
park lawfully on both sides of Crosby Road between the hours from 6:00 a.m.
to 10:30 a.m. Monday through Friday.
Cross Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Cross Street at the intersection with Ash Street for
eastbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Cross Street at the intersection with Main Street for
westbound drivers.
Cumberland Road
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Cumberland Road at the intersection with Melbourne
Avenue for southbound drivers.
Curtis Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs
is authorized on Curtis Street at the intersection with George Street for
southbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs
is authorized on Curtis Street at the intersection with South Street for
northbound and southbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs
is authorized on Curtis Street at the intersections with Walnut Street for
northbound drivers.
Dana Road
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking shall be prohibited on the southerly side of
Dana Road twenty feet easterly from the intersection of Charles Street.
Pursuant to Article 5.4.4B, parking shall be prohibited on the northerly side of
Dana Road between Charles Street and Small Lane from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.
and from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
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Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Dana Road at the intersection with Charles Street for
eastbound drivers.
Davis Lane
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Davis Lane. The general
regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Davis Lane.
Dean Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Dean Road. The general
regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Dean Road.
Deborah Drive
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Deborah Drive. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Deborah Drive.
Deering Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Deering Street at the intersection with Lowell Street for
northbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs
is authorized on Deering Street at the intersection with Middlesex Avenue for
both northbound and southbound drivers.
Duck Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Duck Road. The general
regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Duck Road.
Dudley Street
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Dudley Street. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Dudley Street.
Dustin Road
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Dustin Road at the intersection with Lowell Street for
northbound drivers.
E Street
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to E Street. The general
regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to E Street.
Eastway
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Eastway. The general
regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Eastway.
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Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking shall be prohibited on the easterly side of
Eaton Street from the intersection of Pleasant Street to Smith Avenue.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs
is authorized on Eaton Street at the intersection with Pleasant Street for
northbound and southbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Eaton Street at the intersection with Salem Street for
northbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.25.3, vehicular traffic, with the exception of Emergency
Vehicles, shall be restricted from entering Eaton Street from Salem Street from
7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. Monday through Friday.
Echo Avenue
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Echo Avenue. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Echo Avenue.
Edgemont Avenue
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on Edgemont Avenue shall be prohibited along
the south side between Stewart Road and West Street.
Pursuant to Article 5.4.4A, parking is prohibited on the westerly side of
Edgemont Avenue from Stewart Street to the northerly driveway of the Barrows
School from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. Monday through Friday.
Pursuant to Article 6.25.1 vehicular traffic, with the exception of Emergency
Vehicles, shall be restricted from entering westbound at West Street from 7:30
a.m. to 8:30 a.m. and from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday
from the period starting on September 1St through June 30th.
Edwin Street
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Edwin Street. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Edwin Street.
Elliot Street
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on Elliot Street shall be prohibited along the
easterly side between Haven Street and Green Street.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Elliot Street at Green Street to northbound and
southbound drivers.
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Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
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Ellis Avenue
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Ellis Avenue. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Ellis Avenue.
Elm Street
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Elm Street. The general
regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Elm Street.
Emerald Drive
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Emerald Drive. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Emerald Drive.
Enos Circle
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Enos Circle. The general
regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Enos Circle.
Estate Lane
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Estate Lane. The general
regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Estate Lane.
Evergreen Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Evergreen Road. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Evergreen
Road.
Fairchild Drive
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Fairchild Drive at the intersection with Main Street for
eastbound drivers.
Fairmount Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Fairmount Road. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Fairmount
Road.
Fairview Avenue
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Fairview Avenue at the intersection with Sunnyside
Avenue for eastbound and westbound drivers.
Family Circle
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Family Circle. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Family Circle.
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2 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
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7 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
8 sign is authorized on Field House Road at Oakland Road for eastbound drivers.
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11 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
12 sign is authorized on Fielding Road at the intersection with Lowell Street for
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16 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Field Pond Drive. The
17 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Field Pond
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21 Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking shall be prohibited on the southerly side for a
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30 three hundred (300) feet in advance of the westerly and easterly point where
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33 be limited to a maximum speed of twenty (20) miles per hour when children are
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41 is authorized on Forest Glen Road at the intersection with Pearl Street for
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2 Pursuant to Article 5.4.4C, parking shall be prohibited on the west side of Fox
3 Run Lane for its entire length from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. and from 2:30 p.m.
4 to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday from the period starting on September 1S1
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11 sign is authorized on Fox Run Lane at the intersection with Franklin Street for
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15 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Francis Drive. The
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19 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Frank D. Tanner Drive.
20 The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Frank D.
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24 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
25 sign is authorized on Franklin Street at the intersection with Grove Street for
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29 sign is authorized on Franklin Street at the intersection with Haverhill Street
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33 as three hundred feet east of Sunset Rock Lane to three hundred feet west of
34 Sunset Lane shall be subject to the special speed regulations of a school zone.
35 The speed of traffic within said are shall be limited to a maximum speed of
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39 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
40 sign is authorized on Freemont Street at Berkeley Street for eastbound and
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Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on Fulton Street shall be prohibited along the
northwest side between Washington Street and Lincoln Street.
Gardner Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Gardner Road. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Gardner Road.
Garrett Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Garrett Road. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Garett Road.
Gateway Circle
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Gateway Circle. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Gateway
Circle.
Gavin Circle
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Gavin Circle. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Gavin Circle.
Gazebo Circle
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Gazebo Circle. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Gazebo Circle.
George Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on George Street at the intersection with Curtis Street to
eastbound drivers.
Gilmore Avenue
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Gilmore Avenue. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Gilmore
Avenue.
Gleason Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Gleason Road. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Gleason Road
Glen Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Glen Road. The general
regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Glen Road.
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Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Glenmere Circle. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Glenmere
Circle.
Gould Street
Pursuant to Article 5.2, a valid Resident Parking Permit shall be required to
park lawfully on the south side of Gould Street from 16 Gould Street to Ash
Street and on the south side the three spaces in front of 8 and 10 Gould Street
from 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Monday through Friday.
Pursuant to Article 5.2A, 16 spaces on the north side and south side of Gould
Street heading westward starting from the 16 Gould Street boundary line to
Haven Street shall be subject to the Downtown Business District Employee
Parking restriction.
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on Gould Street shall be prohibited on the
northerly and southerly sides between 8 Gould Street and Ash Street.
Pursuant to Article 5.4, the two parking spaces in front of 9 and 11 Gould are
reserved for those residents and guests.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Gould Street at the intersection with Ash Street for
eastbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 8, traffic along the entire length of Gould Street shall
proceed one way only in an easterly direction.
Governors Drive
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Governors Drive at the intersection with Salem Street for
southbound drivers.
Grand Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Grand Street at the intersection with Middlesex Ave for
northbound and southbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Grand Street at the intersection with Lowell Street for
northbound drivers.
Granger Avenue
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Granger Avenue. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Granger
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2 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Grant Street. The
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6 Pursuant to Article 5.2, a valid Resident Parking Permit shall be required to
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Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on Grove Street shall be prohibited on the
northeasterly side from 293 Grove Street inclusive to opposite 378 Grove Street
and thirty feet in either direction from Strout Avenue along the northerly side.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Grove Street at the intersection with Franklin Street for
southwesterly bound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Grove Street at the intersection with Forest Street for
northbound and southbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.24, the entire length of Grove Street, spanning a distance
of one and fifty one hundredths miles, shall be subject to a speed limit of thirty
miles per hour.
Hampshire Road
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Hampshire Road at the intersection with Main Street for
westbound drivers.
Hancock Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Hancock Street at the intersection with Mineral Street for
northbound and southbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.25.1, vehicular traffic, with the exception of
Emergency Vehicles shall be restricted from entering Hancock Street from Glen
Road from 7:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. and from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday
through Friday from the period starting on August 25th to June 30th
Harnden Street
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on Harnden Street shall be prohibited on both
sides between Union Street northerly toward Salem Street.
Pursuant to Article 5.4.1A, parking on Harnden Street between Union Street
and Pleasant St, on both sides, shall be subject to the Business District Two
Hour Parking Restriction.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Harnden Street at the intersection with Salem Street for
northbound drivers.
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Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
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northeasterly drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.25.5, vehicular traffic shall not enter Harnden Street at
Union Street at any time.
Pursuant to Article 8, vehicular traffic along the section of Harnden Street
between Main Street and Union Street shall proceed one way only in a
northeasterly direction.
Harnden Yard Municipal Parking Lot
Pursuant to Article 5.4.1A, parking within the Harnden Yard Municipal Parking
Lot shall be subject to the Downtown Business District Two Hour Parking
Restriction.
Pursuant to Article 5.9, It shall be unlawful for the driver of any vehicle other
than one acting in an emergency to park said vehicle on any street or in any
municipally owned parking lot from 1:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m.
Pursuant to Article 5.9, parking is lawful for those vehicles with a valid current
year's Community Access Sticker to be parked overnight in the Harnden Yard
Municipal Lot from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. Monday through Friday and all day
Saturday and Sunday.
Pursuant to Article 5.9, during a snow emergency declared by the Town
Manager or his designee, no parking will be permitted in the leasable spaces
from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Pursuant to Article 5.13, the Town Manager designate 13 parking spaces in the
Harnden Yard parking lot as "Leased Parking, Permit Required," and shall
order those spaces to be appropriately marked for that purpose. Eight (8) of
these spaces shall tandem spaces, and permits for these spaces shall only be
sold in pairs with the two spaces that are back to back being given permits
only to the same person or organization.
Harriman Avenue
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Harriman Avenue. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Harriman
Avenue.
Harrison Street
Pursuant to Article 5.4.4F, parking shall be prohibited on the east side of
Harrison Street from Orange to Charles Street from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
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Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
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southbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Harrison Street at the intersection with Charles Street for
northbound drivers.
Hartshorn Street
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on Hartshorn Street shall be prohibited on the
south side between Hanscom Avenue and Bancroft Avenue.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Hartshorn Street at the intersection with Bancroft Avenue
for eastbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Hartshorn Street at the intersection with John Carver
Road for eastbound and westbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Hartshorn Street the intersection with Lowell Street for
westbound drivers.
Harvard Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Harvard Street at the intersection with Lowell Street for
southwest bound drivers.
Haven Street
Pursuant to Article 5.2A, Haven Street on the east side of Main Street, on the
southerly side from number 249 Haven Street to Elliot Street shall be subject
to the Downtown Business District Employee Parking Restriction.
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking shall be prohibited on the southerly side of
Haven Street from Main Street easterly for thirty feet.
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking shall be prohibited on the northerly side of
Haven Street from number 244 easterly to Parker Street.
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking shall be prohibited on the northerly side of
Haven Street from exit of the Upper Municipal parking lot westerly for 20 feet.
Pursuant to Article 5.4.1A, parking on Haven Street between 239 High Street
and Main Street shall be subject to the Downtown Business District Two Hour
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Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Haven Street at the intersection with High Street for
westbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 8, vehicular traffic along the section of Haven Street
between Main Street and Gould Street shall proceed one way only in a westerly
direction.
Pursuant to Article 8, vehicular traffic along the section of Haven Street
between Main Street and Parker Street shall proceed one way only in an
easterly direction.
Haverhill Street
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking shall be prohibited along the easterly side of
Haverhill Street.
Pursuant to Article 5.4.4B, parking shall be prohibited on the easterly side of
Haverhill Street from Symonds Way northbound to 357 Haverhill Street
inclusive from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. and from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday
through Friday.
Pursuant to Article 6.24, vehicles traffic along Haverhill Street shall be subject
to the following special speed regulations: The speed limit shall be forty miles
per hour along the section of Haverhill Street beginning at the State Highway
proceeding northerly for a distance of seventy -six hundredths of one mile. The
speed limit along the proceeding sixty -four hundredths of one mile of Haverhill
Street north shall be thirty five miles per hour. The speed limit for the
proceeding forty -two hundredths of one mile of Haverhill Street north shall be
forty miles per hour. The speed limit along the proceeding fifty -two hundredths
of one mile of Haverhill Street north shall be thirty five miles per hour. These
special speed regulations shall end at the North Reading town line, totaling a
distance of two and thirty -four hundredths miles.
Haystack Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Haystack Road. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Haystack
Road.
Heather Drive
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Heather Drive. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Heather Drive.
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Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Hemlock Road. The
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Henzie Street
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Henzie Street. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Henzie Street.
Heritage Drive
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Heritage Drive. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Heritage Drive.
High Street
Pursuant to Article 5.2, a valid Resident Parking Permit shall be required to
park lawfully on both sides of Crosby Road between the hours from 6:00 a.m.
to 10:30 a.m. Monday through Friday.
Pursuant to Article 5.2, a valid Resident Parking Permit shall be required to
park lawfully on the westerly side of High Street from the designated Leased
parking spot H -1 heading southbound toward Woburn Street for a distance of 2
spots and again from Leased parking spot H -41 heading northbound for a
distance of 11 spots from 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Monday through Friday.
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on High Street shall be prohibited on the
easterly side between Woburn Street and Mt. Vernon Street.
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on High Street shall be prohibited on the
easterly side after 59 High Street to Woburn Street.
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on High Street shall be prohibited on the
easterly side between Vine Street to Middlesex Avenue.
Pursuant to Article 5.13, the Town Manager shall designate 41 parking spaces
on the west side of High Street between Woburn Street and Vine Street as
"Leased Parking, Permit Required," and shall order those spaces to be
appropriately marked for that purpose (Hl -H41).
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on High Street at Middlesex Avenue for northbound and
southbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on High Street at the intersection with Washington Street for
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Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
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northwesterly drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.24, the entire length of High Street, spanning eighty nine
hundredths of one mile, shall be subject to a speed limit of thirty miles per
hour.
Highland Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Highland Street at the intersection with Lowell Street for
southbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Highland Street at the intersection with Auburn Street for
northbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Highland Street at the intersection with Bancroft Avenue
for northbound drivers.
Hillcrest Road
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Hillcrest Road at the intersection with Oak Street for
southbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Hillcrest Road at the intersection with Scotland Road for
northbound and southbound drivers.
Hillside Road
Repealed former Article 5.3 parking prohibition on the southerly side between
Oakland Road to Waverly Road under Article 5.3.
Pursuant to Article 6.25.5, vehicular traffic shall not enter Hillside Road at
Waverly Road at any time.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Hillside Road at the intersection with Main Street for
eastbound drivers.
Hodson Lane
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Hodson Lane. The
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Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Holly Road. The general
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Hopkins Street
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on Hopkins Street shall be prohibited on the
northerly side between Main Street ending at 2 Cedar Street.
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on Hopkins Street shall be prohibited on the
southerly side between the driveways for 113 and 119 Hopkins Street.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is. authorized on Hopkins Street at the intersection with Summer Avenue
for northbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs
is authorized on Hopkins Street at the intersection with Main Street for both
eastbound and westbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.17, no vehicle traveling eastbound on Hopkins Street
shall make a left turn onto Main Street.
Pursuant to Article 6.17b, eastbound and westbound drivers on Hopkins Street
shall make a right turn only onto Main Street.
Pursuant to Article 6.24, Special Speed Regulations on Hopkins Street
beginning at Summer Avenue then southerly on Hopkins Street the speed shall
be thirty miles per hour. Beginning at Main Street then northerly on Hopkins
Street the speed shall be thirty miles per hour.
Howard Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs
is authorized on Howard Street at the intersection with Hillcrest Road for both
eastbound and westbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs
is authorized on Howard Street at the intersection with West Street for both
eastbound and westbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 9. 1, heavy and commercial vehicles, as defined in Article 1,
shall be restricted from Howard Road.
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Hunt Street
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Hunt Street. The general
regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Hunt Street.
Ide Street
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Ide Street. The general
regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Ide Street.
Imagination Station
Pursuant to Article 5.4.2 parking at the Imagination Station parking lot off of
Birch Meadow Drive is restricted to one hundred twenty (120) minutes from
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Indian Tree Lane
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Indian Tree Lane. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Indian Tree
Lane.
Indiana Avenue
Pursuant to Article 5.4.4C, parking shall be prohibited on the east side of
Indiana Avenue for its entire length from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. and from 2:30
p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday from the period starting on
September 1St and ending on June 301h.
Pursuant to Article 6.25.2, with the exception of Emergency Vehicles and the
residents and guests of that section of Indiana Avenue north of California
Road, vehicular traffic shall be restricted from entering Indiana Avenue
northerly from the intersection with California Road.
Intervale Terrace
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Intervale Terrace at the intersection with John Carver
Road for eastbound drivers
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Intervale Terrace at the intersection with Lowell Street for
westbound drivers
Pursuant to Article 6.24, eastbound and westbound traffic along Intervale
Terrace shall be subject to a speed limit of twenty (20) miles per hour, equaling
a distance of twenty six hundredths of one mile.
Irving Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Irving Street at the intersection with Pearl Street for
eastbound drivers.
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Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Irving Street at the intersection with Main Street for
westbound drivers.
Ivy Lane
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Ivy lane. The general
regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Ivy Lane.
Jacob Way
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Jacob Way at the intersections with South Street for
northbound.
James Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to James Road. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to James Road.
Jefferson Circle
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Jefferson Circle. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Jefferson
Circle.
Jere Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Jere Road. The general
regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Jere Road.
Jessica Circle
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Jessica Circle. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Jessica Circle.
Johanna Drive
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs
is authorized on Johanna Drive at the intersection with Salem Street for
northbound drivers.
John Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs
is authorized on John Street at the intersections with Green Street for
northbound and southbound drivers
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs
is authorized on John Street at the intersections with Pleasant Street for
northbound and southbound drivers
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Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs
is authorized on John Street at the intersection with Salem Street for both
northbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on John Street at the intersection with Village Street and
Walkers Brook Drive for westbound drivers.
John Carver Road
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on John Carver Road at the intersection with Hartshorn
Street for northbound and southbound drivers
Pursuant to Article 6.24, northbound and southbound traffic along John
Carver Road between Intervale Terrace and Priscilla Road shall be subject to a
speed limit of twenty five miles per hour, equaling a distance of twenty six
hundredths of one mile.
Pursuant to Article 6.24, northbound and southbound traffic along John
Carver Road between Intervale Terrace and Birch Meadow Drive shall be
subject to a speed limit of twenty miles per hour, equaling a distance of one
tenth of one mile in either direction.
Johnston Circle
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Johnston Circle. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Johnston
Circle.
Joseph Way
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Joseph's Way. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Joseph's Way.
Juniper Circle
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Juniper Circle. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Juniper Circle.
Keith Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Keith Road. The general
regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Keith Road.
Kenneth Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Kenneth Road. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Kenneth Road.
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Kensington Avenue
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Kensington Avenue. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Kensington
Avenue.
Kieran Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Kieran Road. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Kieran Road.
King Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stops sign
is authorized on King Street at the intersection with Summer Avenue for
eastbound and westbound drivers
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stops sign
is authorized on King Street at the intersection with Prospect Street for
eastbound and westbound drivers.
Kingston Street
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Kingston Street. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Kingston
Street.
Knollwood Road
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Knollwood Road at the intersection with Main Street for
northeasterly drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Knollwood Road at the intersection with Summer Avenue
for southwesterly drivers.
Kurchian Lane
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Kurchian Lane at the intersection with Franklin Street for
northbound drivers.
Kylie Drive
Currently Kylie Drive had not been adopted as a public way within the Town of
Reading. No Articles have been applied specifically to Kylie Drive.
Landers Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Landers Road. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Landers Road.
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Laneton Way
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Laneton Way. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Laneton Way.
Latham Lane
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Latham Lane. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Latham Lane.
Laural Lane
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Laural Lane. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Laural Lane.
Lawrence Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Lawrence Road. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Lawrence
Road.
Lee Street
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Lee Street. The general
regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Lee Street.
Lewis Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Lewis Street at the intersection with West Street for
eastbound drivers
Pursuant to Article 9. 1, heavy and commercial vehicles, as defined in Article 1,
shall be restricted from Lewis Street.
Libby Avenue
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Libby Avenue at the intersection with Salem Street for
southbound drivers.
Lilah Lane
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Lilah Lane at the intersection with Sanborn Lane for
southbound drivers
Lincoln Street
Pursuant to Article 5.2, a valid Resident Parking Permit shall be required to
park lawfully on easterly side of Lincoln Street between Prescott Street and
Washington Street between the hours from 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Monday
through Friday.
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16 Pursuant to Article 5.2, a valid Resident Parking Permit shall be required to
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27 sign is authorized on Linden Street at the intersection with Woburn Street for
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38 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Lindsay Lane. The
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Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs
is authorized on Linnea Lane at the intersections with Pearl Street for
westbound drivers.
Lisa Lane
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Lisa Lane. The general
regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Lisa Lane.
Locust Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs
is authorized on Locust Street at the intersection with Highland Avenue for
both eastbound and westbound drivers
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Locust Street at the intersection with Main Street for
eastbound drivers.
Longfellow Road
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs
is authorized on Longfellow Road at the intersection with Weston Road for both
northbound and southbound drivers.
Lothrop Road
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Lothrop Road at the intersection with County Road for
eastbound drivers.
Louanis Drive
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Louanis Drive at the intersection with West Street for
westbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Louanis Drive at the intersection with Avalon Road for
northwesterly drivers.
Lowell Street
Pursuant to Article 5.3 and 720 Code of Massachusetts Regulations 9.03(2),
parking on Lowell Street shall not be allowed except in the following areas: the
marked spaces along the northerly side between the entrance of Laurel Hill
Cemetery and Highland Avenue, the marked spaces along the southerly side
between Grand Street and Deering Street, the three marked spaces along the
northerly side across from 340 Lowell Street, and within the faux cobblestone
lots along the westerly side between the entrance to Town Hall and the
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Lowell Street.
Pursuant to Article 5.4.1A, the marked parking spaces on the northerly side of
Lowell Street between the entrance of Laurel Hill Cemetery and Highland
Avenue shall be subject to the Two Hour Business District Parking Restriction
Pursuant to Article 5.4.1A, the marked parking spaces on the westerly side of
Lowell Street between the entrance to Town Hall and Woburn Street shall be
subject to the Downtown Business District Employee Parking Restriction.
Pursuant to Article 5.4.1B, the four southernmost marked parking spaces on
the easterly side of Lowell Street by Main Street shall be subject to the 30-
Minute Business District Parking Restriction.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Lowell Street at the intersection with Woburn Street for
southbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.17A, motorists
Lowell Street must turn left if they
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Pursuant to Article 6.17A, motorists
Lowell Street must turn left if they
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travelling southeasterly bound along
enter the left lane approaching the
travelling northwesterly bound along
enter the left lane approaching the
Pursuant to Article 6.24, the following special speed regulations shall apply to
westbound traffic along Lowell Street and Salem Street, which are part of the
State Highway known as Route 129. The speed limit shall be thirty -five miles
per hour westerly for fifty -two hundredths of one mile; the next twenty -seven
hundredths of one mile shall be subject to a speed limit of thirty miles per
hour; the next twenty -five hundredths of one mile shall be subject to a speed
limit of twenty miles per hour; the next seventy -nine hundredths of one mile
shall be subject to a speed limit of thirty -five miles per hour; the next twenty -
seven hundredths of one mile shall be thirty miles per hour; the final fifty -one
hundredths of one mile shall be forty miles per hour ending at the Wilmington
Town line; the total distance being two sixty -one hundredeths miles.
Pursuant to Article 6.24 special speed regulations for Lowell Street and Salem
Street, which are part of the State Highway known as Route 129. Beginning at
the Wilmington Town line, thence easterly on Route 129 are as follows: forty
miles per hour from the Wilmington Town line for fifty -one hundredths of one
mile; the next twenty -seven hundredths of one mile shall be subject to a speed
limit of thirty miles per hour; the next seventy -nine hundredths of one mile
shall be subject to a speed limit of thirty -five miles per hour; the next twenty-
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hour; the next twenty -seven hundredths of one mile shall be subject to a speed
limit of thirty miles per hour; the final fifty -two hundredths of one mile shall be
forty miles per hour ending at the beginning of State Highway; the total
distance being two sixty -one hundreths miles.
Pursuant to Article 8, traffic along the section of Lowell Street between the
entrance to Town Hall, along the faux cobblestone lots, up to its intersection
with Main Street shall proceed one way only in a southbound direction.
Lucy Drive
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Lucy Drive. The general
regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Lucy Drive.
Lynn Village Way
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Lynn Village Way. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Lynn Village
Way.
Macintosh Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Macintosh Road. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Macintosh
Road.
Main Street
Pursuant to Article 5.3 and 720 Code of Massachusetts Regulations 9.03(2),
parking along the easterly and westerly side of Main Street shall be prohibited
between the Stoneham Town Line and the North Reading Town Line except
where otherwise specified.
Pursuant to Article 5.4.1A, the marked parking spaces on the easterly side of
Main Street Green Street and Pleasant Street shall be subject to the Two Hour
Business District Parking Restriction.
Pursuant to Article 5.4.1A, the marked parking spaces on the easterly side of
Main Street between 525 Main Street and Pleasant Street shall be subject to
the Two Hour Business District Parking Restriction.
Pursuant to Article 5.4.1B, the marked parking spaces on the easterly side of
Main Street between 525 Main Street and Green Street shall be subject to the
Downtown Business District Thirty (30) Minute Parking Restriction.
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking along both the easterly and westerly sides of
Main Street shall be prohibited between the North Reading Line and Pleasant
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Pursuant to Article 6.17, motorists traveling southbound along Main Street
must turn right if they enter the right lane approaching the intersection with
Haven Street.
Pursuant to Article 8, vehicular traffic proceeding through the municipally -
owned faux cobblestone parking lot near 580 Main Street shall proceed only in
the southerly direction.
Manning Street
Pursuant to Article 6.25.3, traffic from Salem Street is prohibited from entering
Manning Street from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. Monday through Friday.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Manning Street at the intersection with Salem Street for
northbound drivers.
Maple Street
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Maple Street. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Maple Street.
Maple Ridge Road
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Maple Ridge Road at the intersection with Balsam Road
for both eastbound and westbound drivers
Margaret Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Margaret Road. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Margaret Road.
Mark Avenue
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Mark Avenue. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Mark Avenue.
Marla Lane
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Marla Lane. The general
regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Marla Lane.
Martin Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Martin Road. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Martin Road.
Meadowbrook Lane
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Meadowbrook Lane at the intersection with Franklin
Street for southbound drivers.
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2 Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on Melbourne Avenue shall be prohibited on
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6 sign is authorized on Melbourne Avenue at the intersection with Sunnyside
7 Avenue for eastbound and westbound drivers.
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10 sign is authorized on Melbourne Avenue at the intersection with Summer
11 Avenue for westbound drivers.
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14 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Melendy Drive. The
15 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Melendy Drive.
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18 Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on Middle Street shall be prohibited on the
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22 Pursuant to Article 5.4.4.E, parking along Middlesex Avenue shall be
23 prohibited as a fire lane from Cape Cod Avenue to the driveway of Daniel's
24 Nursing home located at 59 Middlesex Avenue for a distance of fifty feet.
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27 is authorized on Middlesex Avenue at the intersection with High Street for
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31 sign is authorized on Middlesex Avenue at the intersection with Lowell Street
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35 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Milepost Road. The
36 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Milepost Road.
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39 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
40 sign is authorized Mill Street at the intersection with Main Street for eastbound
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Pursuant to Article 6.24, traffic along the entire length of Mill Street,
measuring thirty four hundredths of one mile from the town line to Route 28,
shall be subject to a speed limit of twenty -five (25) miles per hour.
Pursuant to Article 9. 1, heavy and commercial vehicles, as defined in Article 1,
shall be restricted from Mill Street.
Milton Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Milton Road. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Milton Road.
Mineral Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
signs is authorized on Mineral Street at the intersection with Hancock Street
for eastbound and westbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
signs is authorized on Mineral Street at the intersections with Summer Avenue
for eastbound and westbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is also authorized on Mineral Street at the intersection with Vine Street for
eastbound and westbound drivers.
Minot Street
Pursuant to Article 5.4.4, parking along Minot Street shall be prohibited from
6:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Monday through Friday on both the easterly and
westerly sides for the entire length of the street.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs
is authorized on Minot Street at the intersection with Main Street for
southbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs
is authorized on Minot Street at the intersection with Washington Street for
northbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 9. 1, heavy and commercial vehicles, as defined in Article 1,
shall be restricted from Minot Street.
Morgan Park
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Morgan Park. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Morgan Park.
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2 Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on Mount Vernon Street shall be prohibited on
3 both the northerly and southerly sides for a length of one hundred fifty feet
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7 is authorized on Mount Vernon Street at the intersection with Bancroft Avenue
8 for both eastbound and westbound drivers.
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11 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Munroe Avenue. The
12 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Munroe
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16 Pursuant to Article 6.17A, motorists travelling northbound along New Crossing
17 Road must turn left if they enter the left lane approaching the intersection with
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21 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Nichols Road. The
22 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Nichols Road.
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25 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Norman Road. The
26 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Norman Road.
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29 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to North Street. The
30 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to North Street.
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33 Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on Oak Street shall be prohibited on the
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38 School from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. during the portion of the week starting
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6 Vehicles, shall be restricted from entering Oak Street westbound from Summer
7 Avenue from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. and from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday
8 through Friday from the period starting on September 1St through June 30th.
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11 Pursuant to Article 5.4.4I, parking along the northerly side of Oakland Road
12 between Parkview Road and Longfellow Road shall be prohibited on school days
13 between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.
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15 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
16 sign is authorized on Oakland Road at the intersection with Birch Meadow
17 Drive for northbound drivers.
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19 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
20 sign is authorized on Oakland Road at the intersection with Longfellow Road
21 for westbound drivers.
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23 Pursuant to Article 6.24, traffic along the entire length of Oakland Road,
24 measuring thirty -four hundredths of one mile, shall be subject to a speed limit
25 of twenty miles per hour when children are present.
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28 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs
29 is authorized on Oak Ridge Road at the intersection with Sylvan Road and
30 Indian Tree Lane for both northbound and southbound drivers.
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33 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
34 sign is authorized on Old Farm Road at the intersection with Walnut Street for
35 northbound drivers.
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38 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs
39 is authorized on Orange Street at the intersection with Pearl Street for both
40 eastbound and westbound drivers.
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43 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Orchard Park Drive.
44 The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Orchard
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2 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Osborne Avenue. The
3 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Osborne
4 Avenue.
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7 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Overlook Road. The
8 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Overlook Road.
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11 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Palmer Hill Avenue. The
12 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Palmer Hill
13 Avenue.
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16 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Park Avenue. The
17 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Park Avenue.
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20 Pursuant to Article 5.9, night time parking within the Senior Center Parking
21 Lot off Parker Street shall be restricted to those vehicles which possess a valid
22 Reading Community Access Sticker. Possession of said sticker shall allow such
23 vehicle to park within the Senior Center Parking lot from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.
24 Monday through Friday and without limit on Saturdays and Sundays.
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26 Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on Parker Street shall be prohibited on the
27 westerly side from Pleasant Street in a southerly direction for a distance of one
28 hundred twenty -eight feet.
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30 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
31 sign is authorized on Parker Street at the intersection with Haven Street for
32 southbound drivers.
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34 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
35 sign is authorized on Parker Street at the intersection with Pleasant Street for
36 northbound drivers.
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39 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
40 sign is authorized on Parkman Road at the intersection with Lowell Street for
41 southbound drivers.
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44 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
45 sign is authorized on Parkview Road at the intersection with Auburn Street for
46 southbound drivers.
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2 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
3 sign is authorized on Parkview Road at the intersection with Oakland Road for
4 northbound drivers.
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7 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Parsons Lane. The
8 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Parsons Lane.
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11 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Partridge Road. The
12 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Partridge
13 Road.
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15 Pasture Road
16 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
17 sign is authorized on Pasture Road at the intersection with Franklin Street for
18 northbound drivers.
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21 Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on Pearl Street shall be prohibited on the
22 easterly side in front of 75 Pearl Street for approximately 100 feet.
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24 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs
25 is authorized on Pearl Street at the intersection with Charles Street for both
26 northbound and southbound drivers.
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28 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
29 sign is authorized on Pearl Street one and seven tenths of one mile (1.7) at the
30 intersection with Main Street near Brentwood Drive for northbound and
31 southbound drivers.
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33 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs
34 is authorized on Pearl Street at the intersection with Franklin Street for both
35 northbound and southbound drivers.
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37 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
38 sign is authorized at the northerly terminus with Pearl Street at the
39 intersection with Main Street for westbound drivers.
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41 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
42 sign is authorized on Pearl Street at the intersection with Salem Street for
43 southbound drivers.
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45 Pursuant to Article 6.17, drivers cannot make a left turn onto Main Street from
46 the northerly terminus of Pearl Street by Mill Street.
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Pursuant to Article 6.24, traffic along the entire length of Pearl Street,
measuring two and forty six hundredths miles from the Salem Street to its
northern terminus at Main Street, shall be subject to a speed limit of twenty -
five miles per hour.
Pennsylvania Avenue
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Pennsylvania Avenue.
The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to
Pennsylvania Avenue.
Perkins Avenue
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Perkins Avenue. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Perkins
Avenue.
Pierce Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Pierce Street with the intersection of Salem Street for
southbound drivers.
Pilgrim Road
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs
is authorized on Pilgrim Road at the intersection with Lowell Street for both
northbound and southbound drivers.
Pine Ridge Circle
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Pine Ridge Circle. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Pine Ridge
Circle.
Pine Ridge Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Pine Ridge Road. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Pine Ridge
Road.
Pinevale Avenue
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Pinevale Avenue at the intersection with Main Street for
eastbound drivers.
Pitman Drive
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Pitman Drive. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Pitman Drive.
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2 Pursuant to Article 5.2A, parking along the southerly side of Pleasant Street
3 from Main Street to Parker Street shall be subject to the Downtown Business
4 District Employee Parking Restrictions.
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6 Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking along the northerly side of Pleasant Street
7 shall be prohibited from Main Street for a distance of two hundred seventy -six
8 feet in the easterly direction.
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10 Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on Pleasant Street shall be prohibited on the
11 northerly side between Eaton Street and Wilson Street.
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13 Pursuant to Article 5.4.1, the marked parking spot along the southerly side of
14 Pleasant Street by the front entrance to the Reading Senior Center shall be
15 reserved for Senior Vans between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
16 Mondays through Friday.
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18 Pursuant to Article 5.4.1A, parking along the following areas of Pleasant Street
19 shall be subject to the Downtown Business District Two Hour Parking
20 Restriction: the northerly side between Middle Street and Parker Street.
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22 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs
23 is authorized on Pleasant Street at the intersection with Eaton Street for both
24 eastbound and westbound drivers.
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26 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs
27 is authorized on Pleasant Street at the intersection with John Street for both
28 eastbound and westbound drivers.
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31 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
32 sign is authorized on Plymouth Road at the intersection with Lowell Street for
33 northbound drivers.
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36 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
37 sign is authorized on Pond Meadow Drive at the intersection with New Crossing
38 Street for eastbound drivers.
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41 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
42 sign is authorized on Pratt Street at the intersection with Prescott Street for
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2 Pursuant to Article 5.2, a valid Resident Parking Permit shall be required to
3 park lawfully on the westerly side of Washington Street between Number 5 and
4 Fulton Street between 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Monday through Friday.
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6 Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking along the northwesterly side of Prescott Street
7 shall be prohibited between Lincoln Street and Washington Street.
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9 Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking on Prescott Street shall be prohibited on both
10 the northwesterly and the southeasterly sides from a point one hundred forty
11 feet east of Summer Avenue to a point one hundred and thirty feet west of
12 Summer Avenue.
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14 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
15 sign is authorized on Prescott Street at the intersection with West Street for
16 westbound drivers.
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18 Former Heavy and Commercial Vehicle Exclusion under Article 9.1 Repealed.
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20 Priscilla Road
21 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Priscilla Road. The
22 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Priscilla Road.
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24 Prospect Street
25 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
26 sign is authorized on Prospect Street at the intersection with Woburn Street for
27 southbound drivers.
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30 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs
31 is authorized on Puritan Road at the intersection with John Carver Road for
32 both eastbound and westbound drivers.
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34 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
35 sign is authorized on Puritan Road at the intersection with Winthrop Avenue
36 for eastbound drivers.
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38 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
39 sign is authorized on Puritan Road at the intersection with Lowell Street for
40 southbound drivers.
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42 Putnam Road
43 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
44 sign is authorized on Putnam Road at the intersection with Main Street for
45 westbound drivers.
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I Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
2 sign is authorized on Putnam Road at the intersection with Pearl Street for
3 eastbound drivers.
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5 Rachel Road
6 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Rachel Road. The
7 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Rachel Road.
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9 Range Road
10 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Range Road. The
11 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Range Road.
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13 Reading Terrace
14 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Reading Terrace. The
15 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Reading
16 Terrace.
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18 Red Gate Lane
19 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
20 sign is authorized on Red Gate Lane at the intersection with Walnut Street for
21 southbound drivers.
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23 Rice Road
24 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Rice Road. The general
25 regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Rice Road.
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27 Richards Road
28 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Richards Road. The
29 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Richards Road.
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31 Ridge Road
32 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
33 sign is authorized on Ridge Road at the intersection with Main Street for
34 eastbound drivers.
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37 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
38 sign is authorized on Riverside Avenue at the intersection with Sunnyside
39 Avenue for westbound drivers.
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42 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Robin Road. The general
43 regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Robin Road.
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2 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
3 sign is authorized on Rocky Road at the intersection with Main Street for
4 eastbound drivers.
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7 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
8 sign is authorized on Rustic Lane at the intersection with Beaver Road for
9 westbound drivers.
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12 Pursuant to Article 5.3 and 720 Code of Massachusetts Regulations 9.03(2),
13 parking shall be prohibited along the northerly and southerly side of Salem
14 Street from its intersection with Main Street to the Wakefield town line except
15 in the following area: the four marked parking spots on the north side of Salem
16 Street in front of the entrance to Memorial Park.
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18 Pursuant to Article 5.4.1A, parking along the northerly side of Salem Street
19 from its intersection with Main Street to the entrance to the Laurel Hill
20 Cemetery shall be subject to the Downtown Business District Two Hour
21 Parking Restriction
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23 Pursuant to Article 6.24, the following special speed regulations shall apply to
24 westbound traffic along Lowell Street and Salem St, which are part of the State
25 Highway known as Route 129. Beginning at the State Highway the speed limit
26 shall be thirty -five miles per hour westerly for fifty -two hundredths of one mile;
27 the next twenty -seven hundredths of one mile shall be subject to a speed limit
28 of thirty miles per hour; the next twenty -five hundredths of one mile shall be
29 subject to a speed limit of twenty miles per hour; the next seventy -nine
30 hundredths of one mile shall be subject to a speed limit of thirty -five miles per
31 hour; the next twenty -seven hundredths of one mile shall be thirty miles per
32 hour; the final fifty -one hundredths of one mile shall be forty miles per hour
33 ending at the Wilmington Town line; the total distance being 2.61 miles.
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35 Pursuant to Article 6.24 special speed regulations for Lowell Street and Salem
36 Street, which are part of the State Highway known as Route 129 beginning at
37 the Wilmington Town line, thence easterly on Route 129 are as follows: forty
38 miles per hour from the Wilmington Town line for fifty -one hundredths of one
39 mile; the next twenty -seven hundredths of one mile shall be subject to a speed
40 limit of thirty miles per hour; the next seventy -nine hundredths of one mile
41 shall be subject to a speed limit of thirty -five miles per hour; the next twenty -
42 five hundredths of one mile shall be subject to a speed limit of twenty miles per
43 hour; the next twenty -seven hundredths of one mile shall be subject to a speed
44 limit of thirty miles per hour; the final fifty -two hundredths of one mile shall be
45 forty miles per hour ending at the beginning of State Highway; the total
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I Sanborn Street
2 Pursuant to Article 5.4.1A, parking along both the easterly and westerly sides
3 of Sanborn Street between Woburn Street and Haven Street shall be subject to
4 the Downtown Business District One Hundred Twenty Minute Parking.
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6 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
7 sign is authorized on Sanborn Street at the intersection with Woburn Street for
8 southbound drivers.
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10 Pursuant to Article 8, vehicular traffic along Sanborn Street shall proceed only
11 in the southerly direction.
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14 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Sandra Lane. The
15 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Sandra Lane.
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18 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to School Street. The
19 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to School Street.
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21 Scotland Road
22 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
23 sign is authorized on Scotland Road at the intersection with Summer Avenue
24 for eastbound drivers.
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26 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
27 sign is authorized on Scotland Road at the intersection with West Street for
28 both eastbound and westbound drivers.
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30 Scout Hill Lane
31 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Scout Hill Lane. The
32 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Scout Hill
33 Lane.
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35 Selfridge Road
36 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Selfridge Road. The
37 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Selfridge Road.
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40 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Shackford Road. The
41 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Shackford
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Shady Hill Lane
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Shady Hill Lane. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Shady Hill
Lane.
Shelby Road
Vehicles shall be prohibited from entering Shelby Road from Arcadia Avenue from
7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. and from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays,
Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays for the period of the year beginning on
September 1St and ending on June 30th.
Sherwood Road
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Sherwood Road. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Sherwood
Road.
Short Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Short Street at the intersection with Mill Street for
westbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Short Street at the intersection with Main Street for
northeasterly drivers.
Sigsbee Avenue
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Sigsbee Avenue. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Sigsbee
Avenue.
Smith Avenue
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Smith Avenue. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Smith Avenue.
South Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs
is authorized on South Street at the intersection with Curtis Street for both
eastbound and westbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on South Street at the intersection with Walnut Street for
northbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.24, the following special speed regulations shall apply to
eastbound traffic along South Street: the speed limit shall be twenty five miles
per hour from its intersection with West Street for a distance of two tenths of
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I one mile; the next seventeen hundredths of one mile easterly shall be subject to
2 a speed limit of thirty five miles per hour; the next one and eight hundredths of
3 one mile easterly shall be subject to a speed limit of thirty miles per hour.
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6 westbound traffic along South Street: the speed limit shall be thirty miles per
7 hour from the Wakefield town line for a distance of one and eight hundredths
8 of one mile westerly; the next seventeen hundredths of one mile westerly shall
9 be subject to a speed limit of thirty five miles per hour; the next two tenths of
10 one mile to its intersection with West Street the speed limit shall be twenty five
11 miles per hour
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14 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs
15 is authorized on Spring Street at the intersection with Orange Street for both
16 northbound and southbound drivers.
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18 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
19 sign is authorized on Spring Street at the intersection with Salem Street for
20 southbound drivers.
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22 Springvale Road
23 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Springvale Road. The
24 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Springvale
25 Road.
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28 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
29 sign is authorized on Spruce Road at the intersection with Marla Lane for
30 eastbound and westbound drivers.
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33 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
34 sign is authorized on Stewart Road at the intersection with Shelby Road for
35 westbound drivers.
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37 Pursuant to Article 6.25.1 vehicular traffic, with the exception of Emergency
38 Vehicles, shall be restricted from entering Stewart Road from the northeasterly
39 direction at Shelby Road during the hours of 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. and 2:30
40 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday from the period starting on
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44 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Stonewell Road. The
45 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Stonewell
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I Strout Avenue
2 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Strout Avenue. The
3 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Strout Avenue.
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6 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Sturges Road. The
7 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Sturges Road.
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10 Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking shall be prohibited along Summer Avenue in
11 the following areas: the easterly side between Buckingham Drive and
12 Melbourne Avenue; the westerly side from the intersection with Oak Street to
13 the first "cut out" parking spot in front of the Joshua Eaton Elementary School;
14 the westerly side from the last "cut out" parking spot in front of the Joshua
15 Eaton Elementary School to the school's emergency access road; both the
16 easterly and westerly side for a distance of one hundred eighty feet in either
17 direction of Prescott Street.
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19 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs
20 is authorized on Summer Avenue at the intersection with Willow Street for
21 eastbound and westbound drivers.
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23 Pursuant to Article 6.24 special speed regulations for Summer Avenue, with
24 the exception of the school zone listed below, beginning at West Street, thence
25 traveling southerly on Summer Avenue are as follows: thirty -one one
26 hundredths of one mile will be subject to twenty five miles per hour; the next
27 one mile and sixty -six one hundredths of one mile shall be subject to a speed
28 limit of thirty miles per hour ending at Brook Street; the total distance being
29 one mile and ninety -seven one hundredths of one mile.
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31 Pursuant to Article 6.24 special speed regulations for Summer Avenue, with
32 the exception of the school zone listed below, beginning at Brook Street, thence
33 northerly on Summer Avenue are as follows: one mile and sixty -six one
34 hundredths of one mile shall be subject to a speed limit of thirty miles per
35 hour; the next thirty -one one hundredths of one mile will be subject to twenty
36 five miles per hour ending at West street; the total distance being one mile and
37 ninety -seven one hundredths of one mile.
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39 Pursuant to Articles 6.24.1, vehicular traffic along the section of Summer
40 Street three hundred feet in advance of the point where the projected easterly
41 and westerly lines of Joshua Eaton Elementary School building intersect the
42 abutting roadway shall proceed no greater than twenty miles per hour when
43 children are present.
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2 building intersects the abutting roadway shall proceed at no greater than
3 twenty miles per hour when children are present.
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8 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs
9 is authorized on Sunnyside Avenue at the intersection with Melbourne Avenue
10 for southbound drivers.
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13 is authorized on Sunnyside Avenue at the intersection with Riverside Drive for
14 northbound drivers.
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17 Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking along Sunset Rock Lane shall be prohibited on
18 the cul -de -sac
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20 Pursuant to Article 5.4.4J, parking shall be prohibited on the west side during
21 the hours of 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Monday through Friday and along the
22 west side of the street.
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24 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
25 sign is authorized on Sunset Rock Lane at the intersection with Franklin Street
26 for southbound drivers.
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28 Pursuant to Article 6.24.1, vehicular traffic along Sunset Rock Lane, the total
29 length of which is fifteen hundredths of one mile, shall proceed no greater than
30 a speed of twenty miles per hour when children are present.
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32 Pursuant to Article 8, vehicular traffic within the traffic circle at the northerly
33 end of Sunset Rock Lane shall proceed only in the counterclockwise direction.
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36 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
37 sign is authorized on Susan Drive at the intersection with Franklin Street for
38 southbound drivers.
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41 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Sweetser Avenue. The
42 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Sweetser
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2 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Sylvan Road. The
3 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Sylvan Road.
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6 Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking along either side of Symonds Way shall be
7 prohibited.
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10 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Tamarack Road. The
11 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Tamarack
12 Road.
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14 Tanglewood Circle
15 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Tanglewood Circle. The
16 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Tanglewood
17 Circle.
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20 Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking along Temple Street shall be prohibited along
21 the north side for a distance of twenty feet in either direction from the entrance
22 to the W.S. Parker Middle School driveway and for the entire southwesterly side
23 from Summer Avenue to Woburn Street.
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25 Pursuant to Article 6.17, vehicular traffic exiting the W.S. Parker Middle School
26 driveway is prohibited from turning left onto Temple Street.
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28 Pursuant to Article 6.25.1, vehicular traffic, with the exception of Emergency
29 Vehicles shall be restricted from entering Temple Street from Summer Avenue
30 between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.
31 Monday through Friday from the period starting on August 25th to June 30th
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34 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Tennyson Circle. The
35 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Tennyson
36 Circle
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38 Tennyson Road
39 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Tennyson Road. The
40 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Tennyson
41 Road.
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44 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
45 sign is authorized on Terrace Park at the intersection with Franklin Street for
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I Thomas Drive
2 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Thomas Drive. The
3 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Thomas Drive.
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5 Thorndike Street
6 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Thorndike Street. The
7 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Thorndike
8 Street.
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10 Timberneck Drive
11 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Timberneck Drive. The
12 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Timberneck
13 Drive.
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16 Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking along Torre Street shall be prohibited along the
17 northerly side from the Cumberland Farms entrance to Line Road.
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20 sign is authorized on Torre Street at the intersections with Salem Street for
21 northbound drivers.
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24 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
25 sign is authorized on Tower Road at the intersection with Hanscom Avenue for
26 eastbound and westbound drivers.
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29 sign is authorized on Tower Road at the intersection with Winthrop Avenue for
30 eastbound and westbound drivers.
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33 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Track Road. The general
34 regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Track Road.
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37 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Twin Oaks Road. The
38 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Twin Oaks
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42 Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking along the northerly side of Union Street is
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2 sign is authorized on Union Street at the intersection with Harnden Street for
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6 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Vale Road. The general
7 regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Vale Road.
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10 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
11 sign is authorized on Van Norden Road at the intersection with Franklin Street
12 for northbound drivers.
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15 sign is authorized on Van Norden Road at the intersection with Forest Street
16 for southbound drivers.
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19 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Varney Circle. The
20 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Varney Circle.
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23 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Verde Circle. The
24 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Verde Circle.
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27 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Victoria Avenue. The
28 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Victoria
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32 Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking shall be prohibited along the easterly side of
33 Village Street between Haven Street and Green Street.
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36 is authorized on Village Street at the intersection with Green Street for
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40 sign is authorized on Village Street at the intersection with Haven Street for
41 northbound drivers.
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44 sign is authorized on Village Street at the intersection with Washington Street
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4 Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking shall be prohibited on the westerly side of Vine
5 Street between High Street and Middlesex Avenue.
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8 through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. on the easterly side between High
9 Street and Middlesex Avenue.
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12 sign is authorized on Vine Street at the intersection with High Street for
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16 is authorized on Vine Street at the intersection with Middlesex Avenue for
17 eastbound and westbound drivers.
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20 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Virginia Circle. The
21 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Virginia Circle.
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24 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs
25 is authorized on Virginia Road at the intersection with Pennsylvania Avenue for
26 eastbound and westbound drivers.
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29 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Vista Avenue. The
30 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Vista Avenue.
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33 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Wadsworth Road. The
34 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Wadsworth
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38 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of a official stop
39 signs is authorized on Wakefield Street at the intersection with Charles Street
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43 signs is authorized on Wakefield Street at the intersection with Pearl Street for
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2 Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking along Walkers Brook Drive is prohibited.
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5 Drive must turn left if they enter the left lane approaching the intersection with
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9 Drive must turn right if they enter the right lane approaching the intersection
10 with the first entrance to the Crossing at Walkers Brook shopping mall.
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12 Pursuant to Article 6.24, eastbound and westbound vehicular traffic along the
13 entire length of Walkers Brook Drive, a distance of thirty five hundredths of one
14 mile, may not travel faster than thirty five miles per hour.
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17 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs
18 is authorized on Walnut Street at the intersection with Hopkins Street for
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22 is authorized on Walnut Street at the intersections with Curtis Street, Red Gate
23 Lane, and Old Farm Road for both eastbound and westbound traffic.
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26 Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking shall be prohibited along the southerly side of
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30 on Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. on both the northerly
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34 Pursuant to Article 5.2, a valid Resident Parking Permit shall be required to
35 park lawfully on the easterly side of Washington Street between Number 5 and
36 Lincoln Street between 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Monday through Friday, except
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40 park lawfully on the westerly side of Washington Street between Number 5 and
41 Fulton Street between 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Monday through Friday, except
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45 the following areas: on the southerly side from Fulton south one hundred feet,
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3 Washington Park, along the westerly side from Woburn Street to the entrance
4 to the Briarwood Condominiums, for a distance of fifty feet on both the
5 northerly and southerly sides from the intersection with Woburn Street, for a
6 distance of fifty feet on both the northerly and southerly sides from the
7 intersection with Prescott Street, both the northerly and southerly side from
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12 westerly sides between Woburn Street and Prescott Street.
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15 sign is authorized on Washington Street at the intersection with Lincoln Street
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19 sign is authorized on Washington Street at the intersection with Prescott Street
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23 five miles per hour along the section of Washington Street between Woburn
24 Street and Main Street, which totals a distance of forty -seven hundredths of
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28 miles per hour along the section of Washington Street between Main Street and
29 Village Street, which totals a distance of thirty -three hundredths of one mile.
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32 Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking shall be prohibited along the easterly side of
33 Waverly Road from Hillside Road to the intersection of Oakland road.
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36 sign is authorized on Waverly Road at the intersection with Oakland Road for
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40 is authorized on Waverly Road at the intersection with Hillside Road for both
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44 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Wells Road. The general
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3 Pursuant to Article 5.2, a valid Resident Parking Permit shall be required to
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8 Pursuant to Article 9. 1, heavy and commercial vehicles, as defined in Article 1,
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12 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
13 sign is authorized on Wescroft Road at the intersection with West Street for
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20 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to West Hill Circle. The
21 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to West Hill
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25 Pursuant to Article 6.24, vehicular traffic shall proceed no greater than thirty
26 miles per hour along the entire length of West Street, totaling a distance of one
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32 Highway and the Wilmington Town line, totaling a distance of one and sixty -
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36 three hundred feet in advance of the point where the projected northeasterly
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44 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs
45 is authorized on Weston Road at the intersection with Bancroft Avenue for both
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3 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Whitehall Lane. The
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8 Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Whittier road. The
9 general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Whittier Road.
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12 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
13 sign is authorized on Willard Road at the intersection with Main Street for
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17 sign is authorized on Willard Road at the intersection with Pearl Street for
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21 Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
22 sign is authorized on William Road at the intersection with Franklin Street for
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26 Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking shall be prohibited along the northwesterly
27 side of Willow Street from the driveway to the Austin Preparatory School for a
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31 when the traffic signal is red at the intersection of Willow Street and Lowell
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35 sign is authorized on Willow Street at the intersection with West Street for
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40 section of Willow Street between Summer Avenue and Lowell Street, totaling a
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Wilson Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Wilson Street at the intersection with Salem Street for
northbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.25.3, traffic from Salem Street is prohibited from entering
Wilson Street between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. Monday through
Friday.
Winslow Road
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Winslow Road at the intersection with West Street for
eastbound drivers.
Winter Street
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Winter Street at the intersection with Salem Street for
southbound drivers.
Winthrop Avenue
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs
is authorized on Winthrop Avenue at the intersection with Hartshorn Street for
both eastbound and westbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Winthrop Avenue at the intersection with Lowell Street for
southbound drivers.
Woburn Street
Pursuant to Article 5.2, a valid Resident Parking Permit shall be required to
park lawfully on the southerly side from Number 166 in an easterly direction to
Lincoln Street between 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Monday through Friday, except
where otherwise posted.
Pursuant to Article 5.2A, parking on Woburn Street southerly side from
Sanborn Street easterly to the driveway to the municipal parking lot shall be
subject to the Downtown Business District Employee Permit Parking
Restrictions.
Pursuant to Article 5.2A, parking on Woburn Street From the entrance to the
Municipal Parking Lot eastwardly four designated spots shall be subject to the
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Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking shall be prohibited along the northerly side of
Woburn Street between High Street and West Street.
Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking shall be prohibited along the northerly side of
Woburn Street between High Street and West Street.
Pursuant to Article 5.4.1A, parking on Woburn Street on the northerly side
from Sanborn Street west to 107 Woburn Street shall be subject to the
Downtown Business District Two Hour Parking Restriction.
Pursuant to Article 5.4.1A, parking on Woburn Street on the on the southerly
side from Sanborn Street west to 84 Woburn Street shall be subject to the
Downtown Business District Two Hour Parking Restriction
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Woburn Street at the intersection with West Street for
westbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.17, motorists travelling eastbound along Woburn Street
must turn right if they enter the right lane approaching the intersection with
Main Street.
Pursuant to Article 6.25.5, vehicular traffic shall be restricted from entering the
municipally -owned faux cobblestone parking lot located in front of 16 Lowell
Street from Woburn Street. Vehicles shall enter said lot only by way of Lowell
Street.
Wood End Lane
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Wood End Lane. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Wood End
Lane.
Woodbine Street
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Woodbine Street. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Woodbine
Street.
Woodward Avenue
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Woodward Avenue. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Woodward
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Arbor Way (Private Way)
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Arbor Way.
Archstone Circle (Private Driveway)
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Archstone Circle.
Back Bay Court (Private Way)
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Back Bay Court.
Bay State Road (Partial Private Way)
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Bay State Road at the intersection with Salem Street for
southbound drivers.
That section of Bay State Road starting at 65 Bay State Road and proceeding
northerly to the dead end is a Private Way. Currently no Articles have been
applied specifically to Bay State Road.
Beacon Street (Partial Private Way)
That section of Beacon Street starting at Auburn Street and ending at Chestnut
Road is a Private Way. Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to
Beacon Street. The general regulations which apply to all streets shall also
apply to Beacon Street.
12.45 Bethesda Lane (Private Way)
Bethesda Lane is a private way. Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and
maintenance of an official stop sign is authorized on Bethesda Lane at the
intersection with Main Street for eastbound drivers.
Birch Road (Private Way)
Birch Road is a private way. Currently, no regulations have been applied to
Birch Road.
Bunker Avenue (Private Way)
Bunker Avenue is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied
specifically to Bunker Avenue.
Carnation Circle (Private Driveway)
Carnation Circle is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied
specifically to Carnation Circle.
Cedar Street (Partial Private Way)
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Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Cedar Street at the intersection with Hopkins Street for
westbound drivers.
That section of Cedar Street starting at Bear Hill Road and proceeding easterly
to the dead end is a Private Way. Currently no Articles have been applied
specifically to the private section of Cedar Street.
Cold Spring Road (Private Way)
Cold Spring Road is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied
specifically to Cold Spring Road.
Coolidge Road (Partial Private Way)
That section of Coolidge Road starting just beyond Springvale Road and
proceeding northerly to the dead end is a Private Way. Currently no Articles
have been applied specifically to Coolidge Road.
Cory Lane (Private Way)
Cory Lane is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied specifically
to Cory Lane.
County Road (Partial Private Way)
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of official stop signs
is authorized on County Road at the intersections with Lothrop Road and
Wescroft Road for northbound and southbound traffic.
Pursuant to Article 9. 1, heavy and commercial vehicles, as defined in Article 1,
shall be restricted from County Road.
That part of County Road between 76 West Street northerly to-the intersection
of Lewis Street is a private wayCurrently no Articles have been applied
specifically to County Road.
Courtyard Place (Private Driveway)
Courtyard Place is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied
specifically to Courtyard Place.
D Street (Partial Private Way)
That section of D Street starting at Libby Avenue and proceeding southwesterly
to the dead end is a Private Way. Currently no Articles have been applied
specifically to D Street.
Deer Path Road (Private Driveway)
Deer Path Road is a private way. Currently no Articles have been specifically
applied to Deer Path Road.
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Dividence Road is a private way.
Pursuant to Article 5.4.4C, parking along both the northerly and southerly
sides of Dividence Road from Zachary Lane westerly to the end of Dividence
Road shall be prohibited between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. and
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Thursdays and Fridays for that portion of the year beginning on September 1St
and ending on June 30th.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Dividence Road at the intersection with Franklin Street.
12.113 Dunbar Road (Private Way)
Dunbar Road is a private way. Currently no Articles have been specifically
applied to Dunbar Road.
12.121 Elderberry Lane (Private Way)
Elderberry Lane is a private way. Currently no Articles have been specifically
applied to Elderberry Lane.
12.126 Emerson Street (Private Way)
Emerson Street is a private way.
Pursuant to Article 5.4.4C, parking along the easterly side of Emerson Street
shall be prohibited between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. and between
2:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and
Fridays for that portion of the year beginning on September 1St and ending on
June 30th.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Emerson Street at Franklin Street to southbound drivers.
Pursuant to Article 6.25.1 vehicular traffic, with the exception of Emergency
Vehicles, shall be restricted from entering northbound at Franklin Street from
7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. and from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday
from the period starting on September 1St through June 30th.
12.128 Essex Street (Private Way)
Essex Street is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied
specifically to Essex Street.
12.131 F Street (Private Way)
F Street is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to
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6 General Way is a private way. Pursuant to Article 6.17, vehicular traffic exiting
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18 sign is authorized on Goodall- Sanford Way at the intersection with Ash Street
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22 Grandview Road is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied
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30 Gregory Lane is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied
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34 Greystone Way is a private way. Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and
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sign is authorized on Hanscom Avenue at the intersection with Lowell Street for
southbound drivers.
Harold Avenue (Private Way)
Harold Avenue is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied
specifically to Harold Avenue.
Harvest Road (Partial Private Way)
That section of Harvest Road starting at Track Road and proceeding
southeasterly and ending at Line Road is a Private Way. Currently no Articles
have been applied specifically to Harvest Road.
Hurlburt Road (Private Way)
Hulburt Road is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied
specifically to Hulburt Road.
Jadem Terrace (Private Way)
Jadem Terrace is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied
specifically to Jadem Terrace.
John Street Court (Private Way)
John Street Court is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied
specifically to John Street Court.
Johnson Woods Circle (Private Driveway)
Johnson Woods Circle a private way. Pursuant to the provisions of Paragraph
27D on Page 43 of the Amended Master Deed of the Johnson Woods
Condominium Trust, the Reading Police Department possess the authority to
enforce private parking regulations adopted by the Trustees of the Johnson
Woods Condominium Trust.
Kelch Road (Private Way)
Kelch Road is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied
specifically to Kelch Road.
Lafayette Road (Private Way)
Lafayette Road is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied
specifically to Kelch Road.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Lafayette Road at the intersection with Main Street for
eastbound drivers.
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Lakeview Avenue is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied
specifically to Kelch Road.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Lakeview Avenue at the intersection with Village Street for
southbound drivers on the public section of the way.
Larch Lane (Partial Private Way)
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Larch Lane at the intersection with Franklin Street for
northbound drivers.
That section of Larch Lane starting at 15 Larch Lane and proceeding
southeasterly and ending at Spruce Road is a Private Way. Currently no
Articles have been applied specifically to said private section of Larch Lane.
Leaning Elm Drive (Private Driveway)
Leaning Elm Drive is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied
specifically to Leaning Elm Drive.
Linda Avenue (Private Way)
Linda Avenue is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied
specifically to Linda Avenue.
Longview Road (Partially Private Way)
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Longview Road. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Longview
Road.
That section of Longview Road starting at Palmer Hill Avenue and proceeding
southerly and ending at King Street is a Private Way. Currently no Articles
have been applied specifically to said private section of Longview Road.
Longwood Road (Partial Private Way)
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Longwood Road. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Longwood
Road.
That section of Longwood Road starting at 57 Longwood Road and proceeding
southeasterly is a Private Way. Currently no Articles have been applied
specifically to said private section of Longwood Road.
Michelini Lane( Private Way)
Michelini Lane is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied
specifically to Michelini Lane.
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Nelson Avenue (Private Way)
Nelson Avenue is a private way. Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and
maintenance of an official stop sign is authorized on Nelson Avenue at the
intersection with Main Street for westbound drivers.
Nugent Lane (Private Way)
Nugent Lane is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied
specifically to Nugent Lane.
Old Mill Lane (Private Driveway)
Old Mill Lane is a private way. Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and
maintenance of an official stop sign is authorized on Old Mill Lane at the
intersection with Mill Street for northeasterly drivers.
Ordway Terrace (Private Way)
Ordway Terrace is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied
specifically to Ordway Terrace.
Percy Avenue (Private Way)
Percy Avenue is a private way. Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and
maintenance of an official stop sign is authorized on Percy Avenue at the
intersection with Main Street for eastbound drivers.
Pine Avenue ( Private Way)
Pine Avenue is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied
specifically to Pine Avenue.
Pondview Lane (Private Way)
Pondview Lane is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied
specifically to Pondview Lane.
Randall Road (Private Driveway)
Randall Road is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied
specifically to Randall Road.
River Road (Private Way)
River Road is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied specifically
to River Road.
Robert Road (Private Way)
Robert Road is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied
specifically to Robert Road.
Roma Lane (Private Way)
Roma Lane is a private way.
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Pursuant to Article 5.3, parking shall be prohibited within the cul -de -sac
located at the southerly end of Roma Lane near the emergency access gate to
the Wood End Elementery School.
Pursuant to Article 5.4.4J, parking along the westerly side of Roma Lane shall
be prohibited between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. on Mondays,
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.
Sailor Tom's Way (Private Way)
Sailor Tom's Way is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied
specifically to Sailor Tom's Way.
Sanborn Lane (Partial Private Way)
Currently no Articles have been applied specifically to Sanborn Lane. The
general regulations which apply to all streets shall also apply to Sanborn Lane
with the exception of the private section.
That section of Sanborn Lane starting at Lilah Lane and proceeding westerly
and ending at Roma Lane is a true Private Way where the public has no right of
access as indicated through posted signage and past actions taken by owners
of the properties located within said area. As such, the Town has no authority
to impose local regulations on said private section of Sanborn Lane with the
exception of regulations that address access onto any adjoining public ways.
Currently, no such regulation have been applied.
12.372 Small Lane (Private Way)
Small Lane is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied
specifically to Small Lane.
12.378 Star Road (Private Way)
Star Road is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied specifically
to Star Road.
12.381 Strawberry Hill Lane (Private Way)
Strawberry Hill Lane is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied
specifically to Strawberry Hill Lane.
12.385 Summit Drive (Private Driveway)
Summit Drive is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied
specifically to Summit Drive.
12.386 Sumner Cheney Place (Private Driveway)
Sumner Cheney Place is a private way.
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6 Swan Road is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied
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10 Tarpin Terrace is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied
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14 Taylor Lane is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied
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18 Timothy Place is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied
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22 Trevor Court is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied
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26 Wales Avenue is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied
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30 White Oaks Lane is a private way. Currently no Articles have been applied
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Zachary Lane is a private way.
Pursuant to Article 6.12, the installation and maintenance of an official stop
sign is authorized on Zachary Lane at the intersection with Dividence Road for
southbound drivers.
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APPENDIX 1- LOCATIONS OF ISOLATED STOP SIGNS
Applications of Article 6.12
1. Arthur B. Lord Drive at Birch Meadow Drive
2. Arthur B. Lord Drive at Forest Street
3. Ash Hill Road at Walnut Street
4. Ash Street at Main Street
5. Ash Street at Washington Street
6. Auburn Street at Bancroft Avenue
7. Avalon Road at Louanis Drive
8. Azalea Circle at Salem Street
9. Bancroft Avenue at Lowell Street
10. Bancroft Avenue at Middlesex
11. Bancroft Avenue at Woburn Street
12. Bay State Road at Salem Street
13. Belmont Street at Charles Street
14. Belmont Street at Orange Street
15. Belmont Street at Salem Street
16. Blueberry Lane at Franklin Street, both ends
17. Brook Street at Summer Avenue
18. Buckingham Drive at Melbourne Avenue
19. Buckskin Drive at Franklin Street
20. Cape Cod Avenue at Lowell Street
21. Cedar Street at Hopkins Street
22. Chapel Hill Drive at Franklin Street
23. Chapin Avenue at Elliott Street
24. Chapin Avenue at Main Street
25. Charles Street at Haverhill Street
26. Charles Street at Main Street
27. Chute Street at Mt. Vernon Street
28. Chute Street at Woburn Street
29. Collins Avenue at Franklin Street
30. County Road at Lothrop Road
31. County Road at Westcroft Road
32. Covey Hill Road at Franklin Street
33. Cumberland Road at Melbourne Avenue
34. Curtis Street at George Street
35. Curtis Street at South Street
36. Curtis Street at Walnut Street
37. Deering Street at Lowell Street
38. Deering Street at Middlesex Avenue
39. Dividence Road at Franklin Street
40. Eaton Street at Pleasant Street
41. Elliott Street at Green Street
42. Elliott Street at Haven Street
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43. Emerson Street at Franklin Street
44. Field House Road at Oakland Road
45. Forest Street at Grove Street
46. Forest Glen Road at Pearl Street
47. Fox Run Lane at Franklin Street
48. Franklin Street at Grove Street
49. Franklin Street at Haverhill Street
50. Fremont Street at Berkeley Street
51. Goodall - Sanford Road at Ash Street
52. Gould Street at Ash Street
53. Grand Street at Middlesex Avenue
54. Green Street at Eliot Street
55. Green Street at John Street
56. Green Street at Main Street
57. Green Street at Village Street
58. Grove Street at Franklin Street
59. Grove Street at Forest Street
60. Hancock Street at Mineral Street
61. Hanscom Avenue at Hartshorn Street
62. Hanscom Avenue at Lowell Street
63. Hamden Street at Salem Street
64. Hamden Street at Union Street
65. Harrison Street at Salem Street
66. Harrison Street at Charles Street
67. Hartshorn Street at Bancroft Avenue
68. Hartshorn Street at John Carver Road
69. Haven Street at High Street
70. Haven Street at Main Street
71. High Street at Lowell Street
72. High Street at Middlesex Avenue
73. High Street at Washington Street
74. Highland Street at Bancroft Avenue
75. Highland Street at Lowell Street
76. Hillcrest Road at Oak Street
77. Hillcrest Road at Scotland Road
78. Hopkins Street at Summer Avenue
79. Intervale Terrace at John Carver Road
80. Irving Street at Pearl Street
81. John Carver Road at Hartshorn Street
82. John Street at Green Street
83. John Street at Pleasant Street
84. John Street at Village Street
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85. John Street at Washington Street
86. King Street at Summer Avenue
87. Kurchian Lane at Franklin Street
88. Lakeview Avenue at Village Street
89. Larch Lane at Franklin Street
90. Lewis Street at West Street
91. Lilah Lane at Sanborn Lane
92. Lincoln Street at Washington Street
93. Lincoln Street at Woburn Street
94. Linden Street at Woburn Street
95. Linnea Lane at Pearl Street
96. Locust Street at Highland Street
97. Longfellow Road at Weston Road
98. Louanis Drive at Avalon Road
99. Lowell Street at Woburn Street*
100. All streets stopped at Route 129: Bancroft Avenue, Barrows Road,
Benton Circle, Bond Street, Bradford Road, Cape Cod Avenue, Deering
Street, Dustin Road, Fielding Road, Grand Street, Hanscom Avenue,
Hartshorn Street, Harvard Street, High Street, Highland Street, Linden
Street, Middlesex Avenue, Parkman Road, Pilgrim Road, Plymouth Road,
Puritan Road, Sanborn Street, Winthrop Avenue
101. Main Street at all intersecting streets
102. Maple Ridge Road at Balsam Road
103. Meadowbrook Lane at Franklin Street
104. Melbourne Avenue at Sunnyside Avenue
105. Middlesex Avenue at High Street
106. Mineral Street at Hancock Street
107. Mineral Street at Summer Avenue
108. Mineral Street at Vine Street
109. Minot Street at Washington Street
110. Mt. Vernon Street at Bancroft Avenue
111. Oak Ridge Road at Sylvan Road
112. Oakland Road at Birch Meadow Drive
113. Oakland Road at Longfellow Road
114. Old Mill Lane at Mill Street
115. Orange Street at Pearl Street
116. Parker Street at Haven Street
117. Parkview Road at Auburn Street
118. Parkview Road at Oakland Road
119. Pasture Road at Franklin Street
120. Pearl Street at Charles Street
121. Pearl Street at Franklin Street
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123. Pleasant Street at Eaton Street
124. Pleasant Street at John Street
125. Pleasant Street at Main Street
126. Pratt Street at Prescott Street
127. Prescott Street at West Street
128. Prospect Street at Woburn Street
129. Puritan Road at Lowell Street
130. Puritan Road at John Carver Road
131. Puritan Road at Winthrop Avenue
132. Riverside Avenue at Sunnyside Avenue
133. Salem Street - All streets stopped at Route 129:
Azalea Circle, Bay State Road, Belmont Street, Canterbury Drive, Eaton
Street, Governors Drive, Harrison Street, Johanna Drive, John Street,
Libby Avenue, Manning Street, Pearl Street, Pierce Street, Registry of
Motor Vehicles (westerly and easterly drives), Spring Street, Torre
Street, Connector southbound from Route 129, (Salem Street) at Torre
Street, Wilson Street, Winter Street.
134. Sanborn Street at Woburn Street
135. Scotland Road at West Street
136. Short Street at Mill Street
137. South Street at Curtis Street
138. South Street at Walnut Street
139. Spring Street at Orange Street
140. Spruce Road at Covey Hill Road
141. Spruce Road at Marla Lane
142. Stewart Road at Shelby Road
143. Summer Avenue at Woburn Street
144. Summer Avenue at Willow Street
145. Sunnyside Avenue at Melbourne Avenue
146. Sunnyside Avenue at Riverside Drive
147. Sunset Rock Lane at Franklin Street
148. Susan Drive at Franklin Street
149. Terrace Park at Franklin Street
150. Tower Road at Hanscom Avenue
151. Tower Road at Winthrop Avenue
152. Union Street at Harnden Street
153. Van Norden Road at Franklin Street
154. Vine Street at High Street
155. Village Street at Green Street
156. Village Street at Haven Street
157. Vine Street at Mineral Street
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158. Virginia Road at Pennsylvania Avenue
159. Wakefield Street at Charles Street
160. Walnut Street at Curtis Street /Ash Hill Road
161. Walnut Street at Hopkins Street
162. Walnut Street at Old Farm Road
163. Walnut Street at Red Gate Lane
164. Washington Street at Lincoln Street
165. Washington Street at Prescott Street
166. Waverly Road at Hillside Road
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169. Weston Road at Bancroft Avenue
170. William Road at Franklin Street
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172. Winthrop Avenue at Hartshorn Street
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174. Woburn Street at Main Street
175. Woburn Street at West Street
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Applications of Article S.1
1. Ash Street, from Haven Street to Green Street
2. Bancroft Avenue, from Middlesex Avenue to Lowell Street.
3. Chute Street, from Haven Street to Woburn Street
4. Chute Street, from Mount Vernon Street to Woburn Street
5. Gould Street
6. Green Street, between Main Street and Ash Street
7. Hamden Street, from Main Street to Union Street
8. Haven Street, from Main Street to Gould Street
9. Haven Street, from Main Street to Parker Street
10. Linden Street
11. Lowell Street, along faux cobblestone section only
12. Main Street Parking Lot, faux cobblestone section only
13. Sanborn Street
14. Sunset Rock Lane, traffic circle only
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Applications of Articles 6.25.1 through 6.25.4
1. Edgemont Avenue
2. Emerson Road
3. Oak Street
4. Stewart Road
5. Dividence Road
6. Indiana Avenue
7. Eaton Street
8. Manning Street
9. Wilson Street
10. Hancock Street at Glen Road.
11. Temple Street at Summer Avenue.
12. Ash Street at Gould Street
13. Ash Street at Main Street Parking Lot.
14. Main Street at Lowell Street Parking Lot.
15. Woburn Street at Lowell Street.
16. Union Street at Harnden Street.
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Applications of Article 9
1. Bancroft Avenue from Woburn Street to Lowell Street
2. County Road
3. Howard Street
4. Lewis Street
5. Mill Street
6. Minot Street
7. Wentworth Road
8. Wescroft Road
9. West Street
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Applications of Articles 6.24 and 6.24.1
School Zone Speed Regulations
1. Arthur B. Lord Drive, by the Birch Meadow Elementary School
2. Charles Street, by the Killam School
3. Forest Street, by Arthur B. Lord Drive
4. Franklin Street, by Sunset Rock Lane
5. Haverhill Street, by the Killam School
6. Oak Street, by the Joshua Easton Elementary School
7. Oakland Road, entire length
8. Summer Avenue, by the Joshua Eaton Elementary School
9. Sunset Rock Lane, entire length
10. West Street, by Edgemont Avenue and Arcadia Avenue
11. Willow Street, by the Austin Preparatory School
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Bidder Record Sheet
50 Lothrop Road Bids
April 10, 2013
Company Bid
David Chuha $305,000
Jim Lordan $275,000
Brandon Goyette $265,000
Ronald Iapicca $254,000
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PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT
This Purchase and Sale Agreement (this "Agreement ") by and between the Town of Reading,
with offices at 16 Lowell Road, Reading, Massachusetts, 01969 01867 (the "Town ") and Chuha
Construction Company, Inc., with offices at 44 Bryant Street, Malden, MA 02148, (the
"Purchaser ").
The Board of Selectmen of the Town of Reading has been authorized, pursuant to the vote under
Article 18 of the Subsequent (Special) Town Meeting of 2011, convened on November 14, 2011
to sell a certain parcel of land located at 50 Lothrop Road, Reading, MA, Parcel ID 9 -3 and
The Town has complied with all applicable legal requirements concerning such sale, including
the issuance of a request for proposals pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30B, §16, a true copy of which is
attached hereto as Exhibit 1 and incorporated herein by reference (the "RFP "); and
The Purchaser submitted a proposal in response to the said request for proposals (the
"Proposal "), which the Town has determined to be the most advantageous of the proposals
submitted in response to the RFP; and
The Town desires to sell and Purchaser desires to purchase the Premises in conformity with the
terms of the RFP and the Proposal, and subject to the terms and conditions set forth herein.
In consideration of the promises set forth above, and the mutual promises set forth below, and for
other good and valuable consideration the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby
acknowledged, which consideration includes but is not limited to the seal, the parties, intending
to be legally bound, hereby agree as follows:
1. PURCHASE AND SALE. The Town of Reading, a Massachusetts municipal corporation
having a usual place of business at 16 Lowell Street, Reading, Massachusetts 01867, acting by
and through its Board of Selectmen, hereby agrees to sell, and Purchaser hereby agrees to
purchase, upon the terms hereinafter set forth, the Premises, consisting of the land, together with
the buildings and structures thereon, if any, described in Exhibit 1 hereto, which description is
incorporated herein by reference.
2. TITLE DEED; NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES. The Premises are to be
conveyed by a quitclaim deed running to Purchaser, or to the nominee designated by Purchaser
by written notice to the Town at least seven days before the deed is to be delivered as herein
provided. The Town makes NO REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY by said deed or hereby
or otherwise that the title conveyed shall be good, clear or marketable title thereto; or that the
Premises may be used for any particular purpose; or that the Premises complies with any
applicable laws, statutes, codes, regulations or other legal requirements; or that the Premises will
be assessed for purposes of real estate taxes on the basis of the purchase price set forth herein; it
being understood that Purchaser shall accept the Premises "AS IS, WHERE IS." However, the
Purchaser shall only be required to purchase the Premises if the same has good, clear record and
marketable title, subject only to matters of record which do not interfere with the Purchaser's
proposed development of the Premises. In the event Purchaser's title examination discloses title
deficiencies in said parcel or any portion of the remainder of said land to be included in the
conveyance the Town agrees to use reasonable efforts and due diligence, in cooperation with the
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Purchaser, to clear or perfect said defective titles in a timely manner. For purposes of this
paragraph, "reasonable efforts and due diligence" shall not require the Town to spend more than
$1,000, including reasonable attorneys' fees. The terms of this paragraph shall survive the
delivery of the deed.
3. PURCHASE PRICE. The agreed purchase price for the Premises is Three hundred and
five thousand dollars ($305,000) of which ten per cent, thirty thousand five hundred ($30,500) is
to be paid upon the signing of this Agreement and the balance, two hundred seventy four
thousand five hundred dollars ($274,500.00) is to be paid at the time of delivery of the deed in
cash, bank, or certified checks. All checks shall be made payable to the "Town of Reading ".
4. DEPOSIT. All deposits made hereunder shall be held by the Town Treasurer in an
interest - bearing account using the Town's tax ID number and shall duly be accounted for at the
time of performance of this Agreement. It is agreed that in the event the sale is consummated, all
accrued interest on said deposits shall be divided equally between the Town and the Purchaser.
In the event the Purchaser lawfully withdraws from this Agreement, the entire deposit plus all
accrued interest shall be refunded to Purchaser forthwith and in such event this Agreement shall
become null and void without further recourse to the parties hereto. In the event the Purchaser
defaults, all accrued interest shall be paid to the Town together with the deposit, as set forth in
Paragraph 10, below.
The terms of this paragraph shall survive the delivery of the deed.
5. TIME FOR CLOSING. Such deed is to be delivered at the Registry of Deeds, unless
otherwise agreed upon, on May 15, 2013 at 11:00 a.m.
6. TOWN'S RIGHTS. If the Town shall be unable to give title or to make conveyance, or
to deliver possession of the Premises, all as herein stipulated, the Town shall use reasonable
efforts to remove any defect in title, or to deliver possession of the Premises, as the case may be,
in which event the Town shall give written notice thereof to Purchaser at or before the time for
performance hereunder, and thereupon the time for performance hereof shall be extended for a
period of ninety (90) days. As set forth in Paragraph 2, above, "reasonable efforts" shall not
require the Town to expend more than $1,000, including reasonable attorneys' fees.
7. FAILURE TO CURE. If at the expiration of any extended time the Town shall have
failed so to remove any defects that required said extension, then any payments made under this
agreement and all accrued interest shall be forthwith refunded and all other obligations of all
parties hereto shall cease and this Agreement shall be void without recourse to the parties hereto.
8. PURCHASER'S ELECTION. If the Town shall not be able to deliver possession of and
title to the Premises as herein provided, then Purchaser shall have the election at either the
original or any extended time for performance to accept such title and possession as the Town
can deliver. If Purchaser so elects, it shall pay the full sales price.
10. ACCEPTANCE. The acceptance of a deed by Purchaser or its nominee as the case may
be, shall be a full performance in discharge and release of every agreement and obligation herein
contained or expressed, except such as are, by the terms hereof, to be performed after the
delivery of said deed.
11. PURCHASER'S DEFAULT. If Purchaser shall fail to fulfill Purchaser's agreements
herein, all deposits made hereunder by Purchaser and all accrued interest thereon shall be
retained by the Town as liquidated and exclusive damages for any breach of this Agreement by
Purchaser.
12 CONSTRUCTION. This instrument is to be construed as a Massachusetts contract, is to
take effect as a sealed instrument, sets forth the entire contract between the parties, is binding
upon and inures to the benefit of the parties hereto and their respective heirs, devisees, executors,
administrators, successors and assigns, and may be canceled, modified or amended only by a
written instrument executed by both the Town and Purchaser. The captions and marginal notes
are used only as a matter of convenience and are not to be considered a part of this Agreement or
to be used in determining the intent of the parties to it. The parties agree that in any action
concerning this Agreement the rule of contractual interpretation that ambiguities shall be
construed against the draftsman shall not be applied. The terms of this paragraph shall survive
the delivery of the deed.
13 "AS IS, WHERE IS ". Purchaser acknowledges that Purchaser has not relied upon any
warranties or representations of the Town or of any person acting on behalf of the Town, and that
Purchaser agrees to purchase the Premises "AS IS, WHERE IS," with no liability on the part of
the Town for any condition or defect of the Premises, whether or not known to exist by the Town
or any representative of the Town. The terms of this paragraph shall survive the delivery of the
deed.
14. INCORPORATION BY REFERENCE. All of the terms and conditions set forth in the
IFB with respect to the sale of the Premises and Purchaser's Proposal in response thereto are
hereby incorporated herein by reference, including any restrictions on the use of the Premises set
forth in the RFP.
15 TAXES. Pursuant to G.L. c. 44, §63A, Purchaser shall pay, at the time of the closing, a
sum of money representing real property taxes due on the Premises during the balance of the
municipal fiscal year (which runs from July 1 to June 30) and, if the closing occurs during the
second half of the fiscal year, Purchaser shall pay the taxes due on the premises for the whole of
the next fiscal year as well. Such taxes shall be paid pursuant to a pro forma tax bill to be issued
by the Town and delivered at the closing to Purchaser and calculated on the basis of the purchase
price.
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10. ACCEPTANCE. The acceptance of a deed by Purchaser or its nominee as the case may
be, shall be a full performance in discharge and release of every agreement and obligation herein
contained or expressed, except such as are, by the terms hereof, to be performed after the
delivery of said deed.
11. PURCHASER'S DEFAULT. If Purchaser shall fail to fulfill Purchaser's agreements
herein, all deposits made hereunder by Purchaser and all accrued interest thereon shall be
retained by the Town as liquidated and exclusive damages for any breach of this Agreement by
Purchaser.
12 CONSTRUCTION. This instrument is to be construed as a Massachusetts contract, is to
take effect as a sealed instrument, sets forth the entire contract between the parties, is binding
upon and inures to the benefit of the parties hereto and their respective heirs, devisees, executors,
administrators, successors and assigns, and may be canceled, modified or amended only by a
written instrument executed by both the Town and Purchaser. The captions and marginal notes
are used only as a matter of convenience and are not to be considered a part of this Agreement or
to be used in determining the intent of the parties to it. The parties agree that in any action
concerning this Agreement the rule of contractual interpretation that ambiguities shall be
construed against the draftsman shall not be applied. The terms of this paragraph shall survive
the delivery of the deed.
13 "AS IS, WHERE IS ". Purchaser acknowledges that Purchaser has not relied upon any
warranties or representations of the Town or of any person acting on behalf of the Town, and that
Purchaser agrees to purchase the Premises "AS IS, WHERE IS," with no liability on the part of
the Town for any condition or defect of the Premises, whether or not known to exist by the Town
or any representative of the Town. The terms of this paragraph shall survive the delivery of the
deed.
14. INCORPORATION BY REFERENCE. All of the terms and conditions set forth in the
IFB with respect to the sale of the Premises and Purchaser's Proposal in response thereto are
hereby incorporated herein by reference, including any restrictions on the use of the Premises set
forth in the RFP.
15 TAXES. Pursuant to G.L. c. 44, §63A, Purchaser shall pay, at the time of the closing, a
sum of money representing real property taxes due on the Premises during the balance of the
municipal fiscal year (which runs from July 1 to June 30) and, if the closing occurs during the
second half of the fiscal year, Purchaser shall pay the taxes due on the premises for the whole of
the next fiscal year as well. Such taxes shall be paid pursuant to a pro forma tax bill to be issued
by the Town and delivered at the closing to Purchaser and calculated on the basis of the purchase
price.
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16 EXECUTION OF DOCUMENTS. Purchaser or, at the Town's election, any nominee of
Purchaser under ¶ 2 hereof, shall execute and deliver any and all documents which the Town
may reasonably request be so executed and delivered in connection with the transaction
contemplated hereby, and shall do so promptly upon receiving such request, whether at or before
the time of closing, including without limitation an affidavit pursuant to M.G.L. c. 60, §77B and
a disclosure of beneficial interest form pursuant to M.G.L. c. 7, §40J. The Town shall cause to
be executed and delivered at the Closing any and all documents reasonably and customarily
required by the Purchaser's institutional lender or the Closing attorney, provided that any
representations set forth therein are true. The terms of this paragraph shall survive the delivery
of the deed.
17 NOTICE. Any notice or other communication hereunder shall be deemed to have been
duly given (a) when hand delivered or (b) two (2) days after having been mailed by registered or
certified mail, return receipt requested, postage and registration or certification charges prepaid,
as follows:
if to the Town to: Peter Hechenbleikner
Town Manager
16 Lowell Street
Reading Massachusetts 01867
with a copy to: Judith Pickett
Brackett & Lucas, Counselors at Law
19 Cedar Street
Worcester, MA 01609
if to Purchaser: Chuha Construction Company, Inc.
44 Bryant Street
Malden, MA 02148
Attn: David M. Chuha
with a copy to:
or to such other address or addresses as may from time to time be designated by either party by
written notice to the other. The terms of this paragraph shall survive the delivery of the deed.
18 STANDARDS. Any matter or practice arising under or relating to this Agreement which
is the subject of a practice or title standard of the Massachusetts Real Estate Bar Association
shall be governed by such standard to the extent applicable. The terms of this paragraph shall
survive the delivery of the deed.
19. BROKER. The Town and Purchaser represent and warrant to each other that they have
not contacted any real estate broker in connection with this transaction and were not directed to
each other as a result of any services or facilities of any real estate broker. Each party (the
"Indemnifying Party ") agrees to indemnify the other party (the "Indemnified Party ") and to hold
the Indemnified Party harmless from any claim, loss, damage, cost or liability for any brokerage
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commission or fee asserted against the Indemnified Party as a result of any breach of the
representations and warranties set forth in this paragraph by the Indemnifying Party. The terms
of this paragraph shall survive the delivery of the deed.
20. FIDUCIARY LIABILITY. If the Purchaser executes this Agreement in a representative
or fiduciary capacity, only the principal or the Estate represented shall be bound, and neither the
person so executing for the Purchaser, nor any shareholder or beneficiary of any trust, shall be
personally liable for any obligation, express or implied, hereunder. Under no circumstances shall
the Selectmen or the Town Administrator be personally liable for the Town's obligations
hereunder.
21. ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS. I have received a copy of the Purchase and Sale
Agreement. This is a legally binding contract. If not understood, seek competent advice.
WITNESS OUR HANDS AND SEALS on and as of the date set forth above.
SELLER:
TOWN OF READING,
Acting by and through its
Board of Selectmen
By:
James E. Bonazoli, Chairman
By:
John Arena
By:
Ben Tafoya
By:
Daniel A. Ensminger
By:
Marsie K. West
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BUYER:
CHUHA CONSTRUCTION COMPANY,
INC., Purchaser
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David M. Chuha, President
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COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS
Middlesex, ss.
On this day of May, 2013, before me the undersigned notary public personally
appeared, James E. Bonazoli, John Arena, Ben Tafoya, Daniel A. Ensminger and Marsie K.
West, as the members of the Board of Selectmen for the Town of Reading proved to me through
satisfactory evidence of identification, which were
to be the persons whose names are signed on the preceding or attached document, and
acknowledged to me that they signed it voluntarily for its stated purpose.
Notary Public
COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS
Middlesex, ss.
On this day of May, 2013, before me the undersigned notary public personally
appeared David M. Chuha, President of Chuha Construction Company, Inc., proved to me
through satisfactory evidence of identification, which was , to
be the person whose name is signed on the preceding or attached document, and acknowledged
to me that he signed it voluntarily for its stated purpose.
Notary Public
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Board of Selectmen Meeting
March 12, 2013
For ease of archiving, the order that items appear in these minutes reflects the order in
which the items appeared on the agenda for that meeting, and are not necessarily the
order in which any item was taken up by the Board.
The meeting convened at 7:00 p.m. in the Selectmen's Meeting Room, 16 Lowell Street,
Reading, Massachusetts. Present were Chairman Stephen Goldy, Vice Chairman Ben
Tafoya, Secretary Richard Schubert, Selectmen John Arena and James Bonazoli, Office
Manager Paula Schena, Human Resource Administrator Carol Roberts, Town Moderator
Alan Foulds, Stephen Crook.
Reports and Comments
Selectmen's Liaison Reports and Comments - James Bonazoli noted that he and Bill
Brown interviewed design architects for the cemetery garage. There were two candidates
and they recommended Weston and Sampson. The Selectmen will need to discuss the
best location at a future meeting.
Stephen Goldy noted that he received a letter from the Superintendent of Schools
regarding an Institute session being held on April 11 th and 12th and if anyone wants to
go they should contact Paula Schena.
Public Comment - Bill Brown noted that next Saturday is Home Day at the Highland
School.
Discussion /Action Items
Discuss Town Manager Interviews and Possible Appointment of New Town Manager —
John Arena noted that he was pleased to hear Bob LeLacheur speak about his work
outside of Reading to see how he utilized his skills. He found his background very
illuminating of his intellect, honesty, and ethical core.
Richard Schubert noted that Bob's story was like the start to an autobiography. He found
it interesting to hear his perspective and he feels that Bob brings a lot to the table. Mr.
Schubert also noted that he spoke with people who work with Bob and they reaffirmed
his qualifications.
Ben Tafoya noted that he enjoys working with Bob and it is very clear that he knows the
community. Bob has a deep financial background. He is an amiable guy and also a great
candidate.
James Bonazoli noted that Bob faired well in his communication to the community, and
in his leadership and vision for Reading. His narrative was helpful too.
Stephen Goldy noted that Bob's narrative was helpful and Bob's emergency management
delegation shows he has faith and trust in staff.
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Stephen Goldy noted that the Board received material today regarding court cases that
John D'Agostino is involved in.
James Bonazoli noted that Mr. D'Agostino had leadership qualities and the subcommittee
wanted the Board to see what else is out there. He's a change agent and has handled
some difficult situations very well.
Ben Tafoya noted that it was important for the Board to see Mr. D'Agostino's
background, but he has severe doubts that he is an appropriate fit for Reading.
Richard Schubert noted that Mr. D'Agostino did an adequate job explaining, but he has
enough doubt not to move him forward.
John Arena asked if the email material, etc. was known at the time of screening. James
Bonazoli indicated his background was explained, but the emails, etc. were not. John
Arena noted he admires Mr. D'Agostino for putting his hat in the ring but he does not
suggest he be Reading's next Town Manager.
Richard Schubert noted that Kerry Speidel was smart, energetic, calm and confident. He
called Lunenberg and spoke with the Superintendent of Schools, Director of Public
Works and the Vice President of the Board of Selectmen. He heard confirmation of her
skills in budgeting. She has a collaborative working style and avoids micromanaging. He
feels she is a very capable candidate.
Ben Tafoya noted that he respects the depth of experience that Kerry brings from the
Finance area. She is smart and likeable but has no direct experience with Reading.
James Bonazoli noted that he went to Lunenberg. He found out she worked hard for an
override but it failed because the benefit of it was not fully communicated. Ms. Speidel
is very committed to her community. He feels we have two good candidates.
John Arena noted that Ms. Speidel was direct and well spoken. He feels she is a strong
candidate.
Stephen Goldy noted that Ms. Speidel's outsourcing to regionalization and her
management style would fit Reading.
Ben Tafoya thanked the Board for the opportunity to serve on the search committee. He
noted it would be great to have both candidates, but each one wants to be a leader.
John Arena noted that continuity is important. Bob LeLacheur noted that his next 100
days will be like the previous 100 days. He feels consistency and predictability will be
supplied by the person with the longest track record with Reading. He is inclined to vote
for Bob.
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Richard Schubert noted that the Town is not looking for any drastic change. He has more
of a comfort level with Bob to stay on the path we've been on, but he also likes Kerry and
is on the fence.
James Bonazoli noted that Heidi Bonnabeau sent an email to the Selectmen today
indicating she supports Kerry Speidel. James Bonazoli questioned whether we need
outside the box change. He feels Bob knows the areas we need change in and can see if
faster than Ms. Speidel will. There will be a lot of loss of information with retirements in
Public Works but Bob has the information because he lives here.
Stephen Goldy thanked the Screening Committee for their work. He indicated he feels
strongly for both candidates. He noted that Bob has significant private sector experience
and that is important. He also brings insight to goals and he is in favor of Bob.
Richard Schubert noted that Bob brings historical institutional knowledge and there
would be minimal change with Bob. Kerry would bring a fresh perspective.
Stephen Goldy noted that when the top level is changed there will be change even if it is
Bob. Richard Schubert noted that someone in the community is closer to the path.
John Arena noted that if Reading had a core problem then he would look for change, but
we don't. He's looking for our next leader and there would be less start up time with Bob.
Ben Tafoya moved that the Board unanimously appoint the Town Manager and it was
agreed the vote should be unanimous.
Richard Schubert indicated he was looking for more discussion because they are both so
close. He also noted that the comfort level that exists with Bob is important.
James Bonazoli noted that he thinks Bob is the right candidate and he has a proven track
record.
A motion by Tafoya seconded by Schubert that the Board of Selectmen
unanimously recommend Bob LeLacheur as the new Town Manager of Reading as
of June 1, 2013 was approved by a vote of 5 -0 -0.
Stephen Goldy noted that Carol Roberts needs to work with Town Counsel on a contract.
Ben Tafoya indicated a subcommittee needs to be appointed to work out the details and
report back to the Board of Selectmen.
A motion by Schubert seconded by Bonazoli to establish a subcommittee to
negotiate a Town Manager contract was approved by a vote of 5 -0 -0. John Arena
and Ben Tafoya will serve on the subcommittee.
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A motion by Schubert seconded by Tafoya to adiourn the meeting at 8:15 p.m. was
approved by a vote of 5 -0 -0.
Respectfully submitted,
Secretary
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Board of Selectmen Meeting
March 19, 2013
The meeting convened at 7:00 p.m. in the Selectmen's Meeting Room, 16 Lowell Street,
Reading, Massachusetts. Present were Selectmen Chairman Stephen Goldy, Vice
Chairman Ben Tafoya, Secretary Richard Schubert, Selectmen John Arena and
James Bonazoli, student representative Eric Johnson, Town Manager Peter
Hechenbleikner, Assistant Town Manager /Finance Director Bob LeLacheur, Library
Director Ruth Urell, DPW Director Jeff Zager, members from Patch, the Advocate and
the Daily Times Chronicle, and residents Angela Binda and Bill Brown.
Reports and Comments
Town Manager's Report - The Town Manager reviewed his report. He asked if the Board
wished to appoint three residents as members to the Library Building Committee from
the applications received, or to wait until after the results of the April 2, 2013 election.
After a brief discussion the Board agreed to not presume the outcome of the election and
to wait until April to begin to appoint those members.
Personnel and Appointments
Town Accountant Appointment — A motion by Schubert seconded by Tafoya that the
Board of Selectmen reappoint Sharon Angstrom as Town Accountant effective April
1, 2013 with a term expiring March 31, 2014, or until a successor is named, was
approved by a vote of 5 -0 -0.
Discussion /Action Items
Presentation — Retiring Members of the Board of Selectmen - Mr. Goldy and Mr.
Schubert both received street signs to commemorate their years of service to the
community. They both gave short remarks thanking their fellow Board members, Town
staff and especially the voters that gave their trust to each one of them over the years.
Mr. Bonazoli, Mr. Tafoya and Mr. Arena thanked each one of them in turn for their years
of service, their dedication to the community, and their friendship while on the Board.
_Approval — Statement of Interest — Killam School - Mr. Hechenbleikner reviewed a
revised scope of the Killam project recently approved by the School Committee.
A motion by Tafoya seconded by Schubert that be it "Resolved: Having convened
in an open meeting on March 19, 2013, the Board of Selectmen of the Town of
Reading, in accordance with its charter, by -laws, and ordinances, has voted to
authorize the Superintendent to submit to the Massachusetts School Building
Authority the Statement of Interest Form dated April 8, 2013 for the J. Warren
Killam Elementary School located at 333 Charles Street which describes and
explains the following deficiencies and the priority category(s) for which an
application may be submitted to the Massachusetts School Building Authority in the
future:
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Priority 5: Replacement, renovation or modernization of school facility
systems, such as roofs, windows, boilers, heating and ventilation systems, to
increase energy conservation and decrease energy related costs in a school
facility,
Deficiency: The current classroom windows are original to the school which
was constructed in 1969. These are single pane, non - insulated glass and
transite panels which are in poor condition offering little protection from air
and water infiltration into the space. These conditions are leading to a
substandard learning and teaching environment as classroom temperatures are
difficult to regulate. In addition, the inefficient windows require district funds
that could otherwise be directed to instructional priorities to be used for
increased energy costs.
Priority 6: Short term enrollment growth.
Deficiency: Shifting enrollments in the district, most notably a larger
Proportion of students entering full day kindergarten as opposed to half day
kindergarten and an increase in the number of children requiring special
education services, is impacting space needs in most of our elementary schools,
including I W. Killam Elementary School. In addition, housing trends in
Reading in general and in the Killam district in particular have led to an
increased number of new students enrolling in the Killam School this year. To
accommodate increased enrollments, the school has had to consolidate art and
music into one classroom and consolidate special education program space to
make classrooms available for core academic instruction. At least one grade
level will have sub - optimal class sizes due to the lack of additional space. These
space constraints are also hindering the district from fully implementing its
educational program of full day kindergarten for all students.
The Board of Selectmen of the Town of Reading hereby further specifically
acknowledges that by submitting this Statement of Interest Form, the
Massachusetts School Building Authority in no way guarantees the
acceptance or the approval of an application, the awarding of a grant or any
other funding commitment from the Massachusetts School Building
Authority, or commits the Town of Reading, Reading Public Schools to filing
an application for funding with the Massachusetts School Building
Authority."
The motion was approved by a vote of 5 -0 -0.
The Board asked that a review of Performance Contracting be done at a future Town
Meeting in November 2013, and also an update on solar projects.
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Approval of Notice of Taking — "Old" Pearl Street — A motion by Schubert seconded
by Tafoya that the Board of Selectmen approve the notice of taking of Lot A and
Lot B portions of Old Pearl Street, was approved by a 5 -0 -0 vote.
Town Manager Screening Committee — A motion by Tafoya seconded by Bonazoli that
the Board of Selectmen accept the final report of the Town Manager Screening
Committee, and the Screening Committee is hereby discharged and disbanded with
the Board's thanks and appreciation, was approved by a 5 -0 -0 vote.
Close the Warrant - Special Town Meeting - Mr. Hechenbleikner summarized the
situation at the old Eric's Greenhouse property. The applicant wants to build a new
facility for Alzheimer's patients and will apply to ZBA for a variance, and if that fails he
will ask a Special Town Meeting to consider making some changes.
_A motion by Tafoya seconded by Bonazoli that the Board of Selectmen close the
Warrant for the Special Town Meeting consisting of four Articles to take place on
Thursday April 25, 2013 at 8:00pm in the Performing Arts Center at Reading
Memorial High School, 62 Oakland Road, Reading MA, was approved by a 5 -0 -0
vote.
Close Warrant — Special Election - Mr. Hechenbleikner explained that the next motion is
for the Special Primary Election to beheld on April 30, 2013.
A motion by Tafoya seconded by Schubert that the Board of Selectmen close the
Warrant for the Special State Primary Election to take place at Reading Memorial
High School Hawkes Field House on April 30, 2013, was approved by a 5 -0 -0 vote.
Hearing = Application by Fit by Catarina 335 Main Street for Waiver of Hours of Retail
Operation - As no one was present for the Hearing by 8:20pm, the Hearing was continued
to April 9, 2013 at 8:00 p.m.
A motion by Schubert seconded by Tafoya that the Board of Selectmen continue the
Hearing for Fit By Catarina, 335 Main Street, to April 9, 2013 at 8:00pm, was
approved by a 5 -0 -0 vote.
Hearing — Change of Manager - Macaroni Grill - Mr. Schubert asked Mr. Tervail, the
applicant, if the staff had undergone TIPS training for the serving of alcohol, and he
replied that they had. Mr. Tervail apologized to the community for past violations of
health codes and stated they had all been corrected under the new management.
A motion by Tafoya seconded by Schubert that the Board of Selectmen approve the
Change of Manager for Mac Acquisition of Delaware LLC d/b /a Macaroni Grill, 48
Walkers Brook Drive, from John O'Brian to Darren Tervail, was approved by a 5-
0-0 vote.
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Approval of Minutes
A motion by Tafova seconded by Bonazoli that the Board of Selectmen approve the
minutes of February 12 2013, was approved by a 5 -0 -0 vote without any changes.
A motion by Tafova seconded by Bonazoli that the Board of Selectmen approve the
minutes of February 13 2013, was approved by a 5 -0 vote without any changes.
A motion by Tafova seconded by Bonazoli that the Board of Selectmen go into
Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to labor negotiations regarding
health insurance, and for the approval of minutes, not to come back into Open
Session, was approved unanimously by a roll call vote of all members.
Respectfully submitted,
Secretary
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THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS
Number: 2013 -2
TOWN OF READING
Fee: $50.00
This is to certify that Christine Kelley, President, Reading Education
Foundation, Inc., 62 Oakland Road, Reading .
IS HEREBY GRANTED
A SPECIAL ONE -DAY LICENSE
FOR THE SALE OF ALL ALCOHOL
TO BE SERVED ON THE PREMISES
FOR A CHARITY AUCTION
TO BE HELD ON MAY 4, 2013
NORTHEAST YOUTH BALLET SCHOOL,
32 LOWELL STREET,
BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 7:00 P.M. TO 11:00 P.M.
Under Chapter 138, Section 14, of the Liquor Control Act.
Holders of one day licenses shall provide a bartender and /or servers who are trained
and authorized to make decisions regarding continued service of alcoholic beverages
to attendees. There shall be no self service of any alcoholic beverage at any event
approved as a one day license.
This permission is granted in conformity with the Statutes and Ordinances relating
thereto and expires at 11:00 p.m., May 4, 2013, unless suspended or revoked subject to
the following conditions:
1. Liquor to be purchased from authorized distributor.
Liquor to a stored on site onl before and after eve t.
JAJG.�
Date Issued: April 11, 2013
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
STATE HOUSE, BOSTON, MA 02133 -1054
JAMES J. DWYER
REPRESENTATIVE
30TH MIDDLESEX DISTRICT
April 10, 2013
Erica McNamara, Executive Director
Reading Coalition Against Substance Abuse
62 Oakland Road, Room 107
Reading, MA 01867
Dear Erica,
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Committee:
Ways S Means
Financial Services
Public Safety
Steering, Policy 6 Scheduling
ROOM 254, STATE HOUSE
TEL: (617) 722 -2220
FAX: (617) 626 -0831
As you may be aware, the House of Representatives voted on Monday, April 8, 2013 on a
Transportation Finance Reform Bill. In that bill, there were provisions related to increasing the
taxes on cigarettes /cigars and raising the taxes on smokeless tobacco.
After reviewing the legislation and listening to concerns raised by constituents, I chose to vote no
against the Transportation Finance Reform Bill, However, I wanted to explain my reasoning in
order to reassure any members of the Reading Coalition Against Substance Abuse that I have a
continued commitment to smoking cessation. I chose to vote against the cigarette tax on the basis of
two major concerns; where was the revenue from the tax going and what types of programs would
the revenue be spent on?
First, the revenue in the proposal would have not been earmarked for a specific program, but
placed into the Commonwealth's "General Fund" which can be drawn on for funding of any
program. I strongly believed that this wasn't sound policy because the funding generated could
have gone to, to be simply put, anything.
Secondly, the revenue in the proposal, while not earmarked for any specific program, would be
meant to go towards transportation. My argument is that the most beneficial and common sense
programs that we should have targeted this funding for would have been smoking cessation; public
health, preventive health measures, and wellness programs.
I hope that the members of the board can understand my reasoning. Please know that 1 will
continue to advocate for increased funding /awareness for tobacco cessation efforts.
Sincere
ames ). Dwyer
State Representative
30th Middlesex District
Woburn- Reading
CC: Julianne DeAngelis, RCASA Outreach Coordinator, via email
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READING PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Preparing Reading's Youth to Be Respectful and Productive
John F. Doherty, Ed.D. 82 Oakland Road
Superintendent Reading, Massachusetts 01867
Telephone 781 -944 -5800
Patricia A. de Garavilla Fax 781- 942 -9149
Assistant Superintendent
April 9, 2013
Massachusetts School Building Authority
40 Broad Street, Suite 500
Boston, MA 02109
Attn: Statement of Interest
1013 APR 10 AN If: 03
Citizens of a Global Society
Mary C. DeLai
Director of Finance & Operations
Elizabeth Conway
Human Resources Administrator
.Enclosed, please find Reading Public Schools' Statement of Interest to participate in MSBA's 2013
Repair Program. The candidate school is the J.W. Killam Elementary School. The primary goals of the
proposed project are to improve energy efficiency and to address short term enrollment growth.
This submission includes:
• A copy of the Statement of Interest with the two signed certification pages with original signatures
• The certified vote of the Reading Board of Selectmen authorizing the submission of the Statement of
Interest
• A copy of the minutes of the School Committee meeting, including the text of the vote, at which the
Committee voted to authorize the submission of the Statement of Interest, signed by the Chair of the
School Committee with original signature
• The Closed Schools report, with required original signatures
• A copy of the Educational Facilities Planning Report prepared by Frank Locker Educational Planning
dated May 2012
We thank you in advance for your consideration of this Statement of Interest.
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Cc: S tate Senator Katherine Clark
State Representative Bradley H. Jones, Jr.
State Representative James J. Dwyer
Peter Hechenbleikner, Town Manager
Karen Janowski, School Committee Chair
Reading Board of Selectmen
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The Reading Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, age or disability.
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FAX: (781) 942 -9071
Email: townmanager @ci.reading.ma.us
Website: www. readingma.gov
April10, 2013
Phil Pacino, Chairman
Reading Municipal Light Board
230 Ash Street
Reading MA 01867
Re: Appointment of Interim General Manager
Dear Mr. Pacino:
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TOWN MANAGER
(781) 942 -9043
This letter to the Reading Municipal Light Board is to bring to the Board's attention my concern
about the validity of votes taken by the RMLB on March 27, 2013 related to the Interim General
Manager's position.
On February 20, 2013, three members of the RMLB met and discussed the appointment of an
Interim General Manager of the RMLD until such time as a permanent replacement to retired
GM Vinnie Cameron can be appointed. Mr. Soli made a motion that "the RMLD Board of
Commissioners pursuant to Commonwealth of Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 164,
Section 56 appoint the troika of Bob Fournier, Jane Parenteau, and Kevin Sullivan to the
position of Interim General Manager." The motion was defeated by a vote of 1 -2 -0. Ms. West
then made a motion that "the RMLD Board of Commissioners pursuant to Commonwealth of
Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 164, Section 56 appoint Kevin Sullivan to the position of
Interim General Manager" and that motion was approved on a vote of 3 -0 -0.
On March 27, 2013, at the end of the meeting, the RMLB entered into discussion about the
Interim General Manager's position, even though that item was not on the agenda. With little
debate, the RMLB considered a motion by Ms. Snyder that "the RMLD Board of Commissioners
pursuant to Commonwealth of Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 164, Section 56 appoint
senior staff on a rotating basis to the position of Interim General Manager with Mr. Sullivan and
Ms. Parenteau in those roles, and that Ms. Parenteau be appointed for the 3 month period
starting April 1 to May 1." The motion was approved by a vote of 3 -0 -1 (the motion was
amended to provide an April 15 start date.)
There are two concerns with the process that resulted in this action, and in consultation with
Town Counsel, I believe that the March 27, 2013 motion on this matter is null and void.
1. The motion on March 27 was virtually the same as the motion of February 20 that failed.
Under Roberts Rules of Order, the action on March 27 would be considered a
reconsideration. There was no motion to reconsider. A motion to reconsider must be
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made by someone on the prevailing side of the initial vote (Mr. Pacino or Ms. West) and
the motion to reconsider takes a 2/3 vote.
2. Of greater concern is that this action was not taken in accordance with Section 3 -5 of the
Reading Home Rule Charter. The 3rd paragraph reads: "The Municipal Light Board shall
hire the General Manager of the Reading Municipal Light Department and set his
compensation; the General Manager shall serve at the pleasure of the Board and may
be removed by vote of a majority of the entire Board after notice and hearing" There is
no evidence of any notice or hearing. The appointment of the Interim General Manager
on February 20 was done under the section of the MGL that addresses the appointment
of General Managers — there is no separate section that deals with an Interim General
Managers. Therefore the action of the RMLB on March 27 was to remove the (Interim)
General Manager who was appointed on February 20, and the process included in the
Charter was not followed.
My concern is not whether the RMLD could take the action that they did on March 27, but that
they did not follow the process required by Charter.
I therefore ask that the RMLB acknowledge that their decision on March 27 is not legal and that
the action of March 27 be declared by the Board to be void. If you choose to rotate the Interim
General Manager position, I request that you do so after notice to the existing Interim General
Manager, and a hearing on his removal from that position.
Thank you for your attention.
incerely,
Peter I. Hechenbleikner
Town Manager
cc: Board of Selectmen
Town Counsel
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From: Hechenbleikner, Peter
Sent: Tuesday, April 16, 2013 10:20 AM
To: 'Ned Murphy'; Reading - Selectmen; James Bonazoli forwarding account; John Arena at
Home; Tofoya, Ben; Town Manager; Robbins, Richard; Cormier, Jim
Subject: RE: Motorcycle Noise in Reading Ctr at Rts 28 & 29
Ned
Thanks you for your email.
I am forwarding this to the Police Chief for his review and comment. I know that he is out of the office
this week, so it will need to await his return.
Peter I. Hechenbleikner
Town Manager
Town of Reading
16 Lowell Street
Reading MA 01867
Please note new Town Hall Hours effective June 7, 2010:
Monday, Wednesday and Thursday: 7:30 a.m - 5:30 p.m.
Tuesday: 7:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Friday: CLOSED
phone: 781 -942 -9043
fax 781 - 942 -9071
web www.readingMa.gov
email townmanager( ci.reading.ma.us
Please let us know how we are doing - fill out our brief customer service survey at http://readingma-
survey.virtualtownhall. net /survey /sid /l 9ab55aed08fbc96/
From: Ned Murphy [ mailto:nedmurphy(a)hotmail.com]
Sent: Sunday, April 14, 2013 10:27 AM
To: Reading - Selectmen; James Bonazoli forwarding account; John Arena at Home; Tofoya, Ben; Town Manager;
Robbins, Richard
Subject: Motorcycle Noise in Reading Ctr at Rts 28 & 29
Dear Honorable Officials of the Town of Reading:
Thank you in advance for considering my request for stricter enforcement of motorcycle noise requirements
set by the Commonwealth.
There appears to be a painful disregard of the laws by countless motorcyclists who roar through our town via
Routes 28 and /or 129. Throughout the motorcycle- riding months, the operators who flout these laws seriously
compromise our rights to a relatively peaceful existence. Making matters worse, these violators are unlikely to
be residents of the town and contribute nothing to Reading's benefit.
All I ask is that our police conduct periodic decibel level monitoring at this intersection in particular. Hopefully
the word will get out in the motorcycle community that they must respect the quality of life all our residents
and officials are striving to maintain and improve.
Please see the pasted noise limit requirements below. I will greatly appreciate feedback.
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Respectfully,
Edward J Murphy
28 Salem St #1
Reading, MA 01867
Massachusetts
A motorcycle may not exceed a noise limit of 82 decibels when measured at a speed of 45 mph or less.
A motorcycle may not exceed a noise limit of 86 decibels when measured at a speed of over 45 mph.
Ned Murphy
Cell: 978 - 852 -7999
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Dawn Travalini
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Vegetation Strategy
40 Sylvan Road, Waltham, MA 02451
781 - 907 -2448
April 13, 2013
CERTIFIED MAIL — Return Receipt Reauested
Peter Hechenbleikner
Town Manager
Town Hall, 16 Lowell Street
Reading, MA 01867
Dear Peter Hechenbleikner:
In a letter sent in November 2012, you received notification that National Grid would carry out late
winter - spring mechanical control, cut surface (CST) or basal treatment; a summer selective
foliage treatment; and, as necessary, summer and fall CST and basal treatments on rights -of-
way, which pass through your municipality. Information on National Grid's approved Yearly
Operational Plan (YOP) and maps showing the rights -of -way to be treated were included with that
letter.
The current Vegetation Management Plan (VMP) and approved 2013 YOP are posted at the
following websites (hard copies available upon request):
http: / /www.nationalaridus.com /non html /National Grid VMP 2009- 2013.pdf
http: / /www.nationalgridus.com /non html /FINAL %202013 %20YOP.pdf
Although you already received and reviewed copies of the YOP map(s) with the original
notification please let us know if there are any additional sensitive areas located on or near the
rights -of -way. Please advise us as soon as possible so we can establish permanent records and
implement appropriate field protective actions. We particularly rely on this process to collect
corrections to the public wells and to record the location of private wells.
Commonwealth of Massachusetts recommended herbicides for use in sensitive areas listed in
Section 7 (pages 13 -15) of the YOP will be selectively applied to target vegetation by
experienced, Massachusetts' licensed /certified applicators that walk along the rights -of -way using
backpack equipment. Copies of the manufacturers' herbicide labels and fact sheets are also
included in the YOP, Appendices 7 and 8.
Treatment Periods*
January 7, 2013 - June 3, 2013
June 3, 2013 - October 11, 2013
October 11, 2013 - December 21, 2013
CST
Foliar
CST
Basal
CST
Basal
Basal
* The exact treatment dates are dependent upon weather conditions and field crew progress.
In compliance with 333 CMR 11.06- 11.07, no herbicide applications will occur before the
conclusion of the 45 day YOP review period, the 21 day treatment notice and the 48 hour
newspaper notice. At the end of these review periods, which can run concurrently, no application
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shall commence more than ten days before nor conclude more than ten days after the treatment
periods listed above.
The work will be performed by one of the following companies:
Vegetation Control Service, Inc
2342 Main Street
Athol, MA 01331
(978) 249 -5348
Lucas Tree Experts
12 Northbrook Drive
Falmouth, ME 04105
(800) 339 -8873
Lewis Tree Service, Inc
300 Lucius Gordon Drive
West Henrietta, NY 14586
(585) 436 -3208
This informational 21 -day notification is in compliance with Chapter 132B, section 6B of the
Massachusetts General Laws, 333 CMR 11.05 -11.07 Rights of Way Management and Chapter
85, Section 10 of the Acts of 2000. National Grid's vegetation management program is subject to
federal and state regulations only. By statute, local permits or rulings are not applicable.
For inquiries concerning safety of the herbicides, please contact:
Director of Rights -of -Way Programs
Massachusetts State Pesticide Bureau
Department of Agricultural Resources
251 Causeway Street, Suite 500
Boston, MA 02114-2151
Telephone: (617) 626 -1781
Please contact me if you have any questions about the application and monitoring of the
vegetation control program.
Sincerely,
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Dawn Travalini
Lead Vegetation Strategy Specialist
cc: Board of Health
Conservation Commission
Lewis Tree Service, Lucas Tree Experts or Vegetation Control Service
Massachusetts Pesticide Bureau
Municipal Water Supplier(s)
Municipality: Reading
ROW #(S): 1245
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TOWN OF DUDLEY
MASSACHUSETTS
OFFICE OF THE BOARD OF SELECTMEN
71 West Main St, Dudley, Massachusetts
Jonathan Ruda, Chairman
Steven Sullivan, Vice -Chair
Peter Fox, Clerk
Paul Joseph
John Marsi
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April 10, 2013
Dear Chairman and Members of the Board:
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Town Administrator
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The Worcester Telegram and Gazette recently reported what we have all known for some time. Of 352
cities and towns in the Commonwealth, 110 communities are unable to meet the financial mandates of the
Chapter 70 law -in particular, the "catch -up" provision. The reasons have very little to do with poor local
government management and oversight and have everything to do with the simple fact that the "Chapter
70 Formula" is unsustainable. "Proposition 2 %2 " makes it unlawful for us to raise property taxes to meet
the Chapter 70 requirements. In most cases, the only options left are deep cuts to local services.
Recently, the Dudley Board of Selectmen, with the conceptual support of our school district neighboring
town of Charlton, filed legislation through our local State Representative Peter Durant to begin the
process of addressing a problem that can't be solved at the local level. We are asking for your immediate
support in allowing the conversation about the unsustainable Chapter 70 formula to begin on Beacon Hill.
The text of the legislation is simple:
The commoutnealtb of juaggarbuattg
An Act relative to establishing a limit for the municipal revenue growth factor...
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives in General Court assembled, and by the authority of the
same, as follows:
Chapter 70 of the General Laws is hereby amended by inserting after section 6 the following
section: -
Section 6A. Preliminary local contribution shall be the municipality's minimum required local
contribution, increased or decreased by the municipal revenue growth factor; provided however, that any
contribution over 2.5 per cent shall require an override vote by the town at a ballot election.
If regional school district requests an additional contribution over the permitted 2.5 per cent, all of
the municipalities affected by said increase shall be required to vote on the override at a ballot election.
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A majority of the municipalities must vote yes for the override to carry. In the event of a tie, the override
shall fail.
The intent of this bill, an act that we hope will continue as a bipartisan effort, is to allow for a
conversation to begin at the state level about the "man- made" economic crisis that is caused by a law that
requires cities and towns to increase spending at a level that outpaces the ability for local government to
raise taxes and revenue to meet the mandate. There is however a ten day cutoff for other legislators to
cosponsor the bill and the Dudley Board of Selectmen is asking for and urging you to conta
representative and state senator and request that they cosponsor the proposed bill. ct your sta to
This must be accomplished no later than April 13, 2013. please do it today -this opportunity
coalition in address significant spending requirements that are outside our control oe not ome often
and will disappear without widespread support.
I, the entire Dudley Board of Selectmen, Representative Peter Durant and the Dudley Town
Administrator, Peter Jankowski are available to answer any questions that you may have relative to this
important collaborative effort. Your support in contacting legislars
us to make meaningful change in the economic condition of our communities. is the only way for all of
Sincerely,
t a an uda, Chairman
and of Selectmen
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FAX: (781) 942 -9071
Email: townmanager@ci.roading.ma.us TOWN MANAGER
Website: www. readingma.gov (781) 942 -9043
March 26, 2013
Colonial Manor Realty
127 Franklin Street
Reading, MA 01867
Dear Reading Realtor:
Attached is a copy of a press release regarding a residential property that the
Town is offering for sale. This is a public bid process, which is fairly tightly
regulated by State Statute.
We are not able to offer a commission to a broker for bringing in a successful
bidder, and I know that commissions are how realtors make their living. However
we are sending this to Reading realtors in addition to other advertising and
publicity, in the event that one of your clients might be interested in this property
— they might have a home. that they will need to sell, and that could generate a
commission.
I would appreciate it if you would circulate this. among the brokers in your office,
and hope that through this and other means we will be able to sell this property
and get it back on the tax rolls, and get the money into the Town's hands to be
used for ongoing improvements to the community.
Thanks for your assistance..
Sincerely,
Peter I. Hechenbleikner
Town Manager
PRESS RELEASE
Single Family house lot for sale
The Town of Reading is advertising the availability, through public bid, of a single family house lot for
sale on Lothrop Road in Reading.
The property in question has 31, 814 square feet of land, or approximately 3/4 of an acre. The lot is
not sub - dividable, and can only be used for purposes of a single family house lot. The lot, is heavily
wooded, and has all utilities available to it. It is located in an established and very desirable
residential neighborhood of Reading.
The site has a variance for lot width (it has only 40 feet of frontage on Lothrop Road), and the bid
packet includes the 21 E environmental study for the property, which shows no environmental issues.
A Title review has also been done and is included in the packet.
The minimum bid price is $250,000. Bids are due on April 10 at 10 am in Town Hall, 16 Lowell
Street. The Town intends to award the sale within 30 days of the bid, to the highest qualified bidder.
Closing is anticipated within 90 days of the bid award.
For details of this offering, and a copy of the bid package, please email pschena(cDci. reading. ma. us ..
Bid packets can be emailed or picked up in the office of the Town Manager.
For further information contact
Peter I. Hechenbleikner
Town Manager
16 Lowell Street, Reading MA 01867
781 - 942 -9043
townmanager @ci.reading.ma.us
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Property Location
136 Haven Street
Map -Lotid
16 -380, 21 -33, 21 -34
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Assessed Value (fy12)
$1,740,100
Parcels 16 -380, 21 -33, and 21 -34 are on the comer of Sanborn Street and Haven Street. They function as one
property largely taken up by the Post Office building and related parking. There are approximately 62 parking spaces
plus a loading zone and dumpster space. There is a pedestrian ramp on Sanborn Street leading to a side door and
steps leading to the front door from Haven Street. There is also a small lawn on the Haven Street side. The rear lots
(21 -33 and 21 -34) are nearly level while the front lot (16 -380) slopes to the southwest towards the driveway entrance
on Haven Street.
The parcels are in the Business B zoning district and are within two overlay districts: the Downtown Smart Growth
District and the Mixed Use Overlay District. The combined lot size is approximately 42,160 square feet. Parcel
16 -380 has 186 feet of frontage on Haven Street. There is about 240' of frontage on Sanborn Street.
The southerly most part of the building was built in 1913. The building is on Reading's List of Historic Structures.
Control
United States Postal Service (16 -380) and US.
General Services Administration (21 -33, 21 -34)
Utilities
The building is served by Town water and sewer.
Zoning: Business B plus overlay districts 1913 portion
of building
Min. lot size Frontage Setbacks
N.A. N.A. Front Side Rear
Max. bldg. ht. N.A. N.A. 20'
45'
Max Lot
85%
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