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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2009-03-10 Board of Selectmen HandoutTOWN MANAGER'S REPORT Tuesday, March 10, 2009 • Spring leaf collection is cancelled due to FY 2009 Budget constraints • The Compost center will be closing at 4 PM on Saturdays beginning in April, again due to budget constraints • I have laid off the Assistant Building Inspector due to budget constraints and lack of work. • RFD will not respond to car lockouts unless a child is inside - due to budget constraints • Walkable Reading - " Spring Spruce-up" is being planned for April 25 through May 2 • The date of the Community Organizations Seminar is March 19, 2009 in the Selectmen's meeting room, Town Hall. The Health has sent out the invitations • DPW Director hiring process • Meeting on March 9 re zoning amendment - Smart Growth - • Town Election - April 7. Only precincts 1 and 4 have at least the eight people running for the 8 seats in each precinct. If anyone is planning to run as a write-in for town meeting, please notify the Town Clerk's Office so that we can add their names to the tally sheets. This makes it easier for poll workers at the end of the night when tallying. • Town Meeting -April 27 • New Businesses in Reading o Ristorante Pavarotti o Swiss Baker o Wayside Bazaar site - Restaurant coming soon o Portion of Eastern Bank site - Meat and Poultry shop o Salem 5 Bank • A 2BR affordable housing Unit at Sumner Cheney Place is available - cost is $234,200. • We understand from the MBTA that they have done some work on the Ash Street grade crossing protection, and that it is the first priority project to be completed this year. • Next Board of Selectmen - Office hour at 6:30 on o April 14 - James Bonazoli Dates and Events: • March 26 - Adopt and Island Kick-off (Thursday - non Board of Selectmen meeting night) • Rabies Vaccination - March 28 - 2 to 4 PM at DPW garage - cats from 2-3, dogs from 3 to 4 D • Dogs must be, licensed by April 1, and you can get the dog licensed at the rabies clinic. • The Compost Center opens April 3, 2009 • April 7 - Local Election • April 27 - Town Meeting begins Seminar for volunteer organizations - March 19Library House Tour - May 3 • Household Hazardous Waste Collection - at the Reading DPW - May 16 • Viewing Platform dedication - Bare Meadow - May 16 • Friends and Family Day - June 20 D Mar 10 09 12:01p !Cara Fratto 781-944-5487 p.2 Kara Fratto 58 Oak Street • Reading, Massachusetts 01867 (781) 205-4895. kara.fratto@gmaii.com Bar Membership Massachusetts Certifications LexisNexis and Westlaw Certified; CPCS Children and Family Law Trial Panel; CPCS Bar Advocates Trial Panel Program Education SUFFOLK UNIVERSITY LAW SCHOOL, Boston, MA Juris Doctor, cum laude, May 2006 Class Rank: Top 10% Honors: Most Distinguished Oral Argument, First Year Legal Practice Skills Class Honorable Mention, Legal Practice Skills Best Brief Competition Jurisprudence Awards in Criminal Law and Corporations Dean's List (All Semesters) Activities: Sports & Entertainment Law Association, President Student Bar Association, Third Year Day & Second Year Evening At-Large Representative Third Year Day/Fourth Year Evening Moot Court Trial Competition, Participant SUFFOLK UNIVERSSTY, Boston, MA Masters of Science in Political Science, January 2004 Professional Politics Concentration; Phi Sigma Alpha Honor Society, Member. SALEM STATE COLLEGE, Salem, MA Bachelors of Science, nnagna corm laude. May 2002 Major: Political Science; Criminal Justice Concentration. Publications 't'axation of Professional United States Athletes in both the United States and Canada. 14 Sports Lawyers Journal 29 (Spring 2007). Interview with Professor Marshall S. Shano. author of Compensation for Victims oFTerrorism. Volume 17, No. 1 Bimonthly Review of Law Books 5 (January/February 2006). Professional Experience KARA M. I+RATTO, ATTORNEY AT LAW, Woburn, MA Sole Proprietor; September 2008-Present Represent clients in all matters in child welfare and juvenile delinquency proceedings, research and advise pro se litigants in the litigation of their cases; drafting and filing, arnicus briefs. MASSACHUSETTS,IU VENILE COURT DEPARTMENT, Western Massachusetts Counties Judicial Law Clerk, September 2006-August 2005 Review and analyze evidence to research and draft judicial findings and memoranda for the .fudges of the Juvenile Court Department; assist .fudges with trial preparation, draft bench memoranda regarding issues of law, including legal issues related to evidence, child custody and visitation, criminal lacy and procedure., and constitutional law: draft jury instructions and questions for voir dire: supervise and supervise and train judicial interns to research and draft judicial findings and memoranda. SUFFOLK UNIVERSITY LAW SCHOOL, Boston, MA Research Assistant, Prgfc,..~sor _l.lichuel Rustad, August 2005-May 2006 Researched and surveyed consumer law topics; edited completed chapters; provided recommendations for topics and examples in EverWay Consumer Law; edited law review articles. LAW OFFICES OF THOMAS J. BARRETT, Salem, NIA Latin Clerk, February 2005-May 2006 Developed litigation strategies; researched complex legal issues. Drafted and answered memoranda of law, complaints, interrogatories, and document requests. LAW OFFICES OF IANNELLA & MUMMOLO, Boston, MA Paralegal, January 2004-December 2004 Drafted and answered complaints and discovery documents; conducted intakes with clients; maintained and organized case files and assisted in the preparation of client cases. UNITED STATES CONGRESS, Washington, DC Legislative Intern, Offlce gf'C'or7vressinan Charles BUSS. .1Line 2003-August 2003 Composed constituent letters and researched constituent concerns. Robert Ferrari VD9 HAR 10 AM 10: 26 20 Crosby Road Reading, MA 01867 March 9, 2009 Ms. Paula Schena Office of the Town Manager Town of Reading MA Dear Ms. Schena, This is a response to your letter dated March 4, 2009, noting my application for appointment to the Reading Telecommunications and Technology Advisory Committee, and my subsequent interview before the Board of Selectmen meeting on March 10, As a follow-up to your request, attached is my Professionals Skills Summary which will serve as a description of my qualifications for this committee. Please also be advised that I am a resident as well as registered voter in the Town of Reading. Sincerely, ' l.n''~ _Nk Robert Ferrari Enclosure: Professional Skills Summary- Robert J. Ferrari Professional Profile Robert J. Ferrari - 20 Crosby Road, Reading MA 01867 TEL: 781-944-6308 - Cell: 617-686-6317 - bob.ferrari8230.verizon.net - Linked-In Profile: Bob Ferrari Management Skills and Accomplishment Highlights Uniquely skilled technology marketing, consulting, and supply chain executive Business Planning & Development ❑ Product Marketing with demonstrated ability to implement Consulting ❑ Business Transformation ❑ Market Research strategic business objectives, drive Supply Chain Management ❑ Software Implementation business development, revenue and other business objectives. A take- Business Development, Marketing and Business Strategy charge leader, mentor and change a Developed and executed industry specific high-impact marketing agent, articulate and effective plans accelerating revenue growth, profitability, brand identity communicator, with proven small, mid- a Leveraged permission-based and web-centric marketing strategies market and large company experience (Web 2.0) to drive web site traffic and lead generation e Provided leadership for worldwide product marketing messaging and Experience Highlights positioning, successfully meeting each of three year individual management and group revenue objectives Vice President, Marketing and Business a Identified and filled gaps in geographic channels, product Strategy - Optiant, Inc. development, and go-to-market strategies Privately held supply chain optimization software provider challenged with revenue Business Acumen, Functional, Domain Skills and Knowledge and profitability growth. a Unique and broad based experience spanning advanced business processes and information technology implementation Global Research Practice Director- IDC a Multi-industry exposure and business strategy awareness. Deep Manufacturing Insights experience in high-technology industry innovation, supply chain Start-up research group within IDC with management and other business processes global business growth plan a Knowledge of business start-up business objectives, channel, alliance and partnership strategy and practice Global Director, Marketing and Business a Supply chain business process knowledge of supply sourcing, Development - SAP AG advanced planning, analytics, risk management, global trade, Global provider of ERP and enterprise logistics and transportation management software Information Systems Implementation, Outsourcing of Business Research Director, Supply Chain, Processes, Partner Development Procurement and ERP IT Applications - e Managed and consulted in implementations of Salesforce.com, AMR Research, a top-tier industry analyst Microsoft CRM, SAP Supply Chain, Oracle ERP, Clarify CRM firm a Designer of my own personal web site and Internet blog e Advised clients, facilitated customer panel discussions, and Education, Training and delivered customer presentations on areas of supply chain and Certifications procurement business process outsourcing e Built channel and geographic partnerships with Hewlett Packard, MBA - Babson College CSC Consulting, Deloitte Consulting, and other companies BSBA - Northeastern University a Implemented IT as well as business support programs in sales and operations planning, order fulfillment, materials, customer service APICS Certifications: and inventory management business processes CSCP - Certified Supply Chain Internal, External, Team and Management Communications Professional CPIM - Certified in Production and a Effective collaborator, mentor, coach and problem-solver within Inventory Management diverse and fast-paced environments e A quick learner, open to new thinking, with a strong work ethic Supply Chain Operations Reference a Current author of growing readership Internet blog, Supply Chain Matters ( www.theferrariaroun.com/bloal ) (SCOR) Model v9.0 9 Page 1 of I Hechenblelkner, Peter From: Tim Kutzmark [timkutzmark@comcast.net] Sent: Monday, March 09, 2009 3:11 PM To: Reading - Selectmen Subject: Celebration of Unity for Town of Reading - March 13 March 9, 2009 Dear Board of Selectmen: The Unitarian Universalist Church of Reading will host a Celebration of Unity for the Town of Reading from 6:15-6:45 PM on Friday, March 13th. The Unitarian Universalist Church is located at 239 Woburn Street in Reading (01867). As you may be aware, Fred Phelps and his Westboro Baptist Church of Topeka Kansas will be protesting at the Reading Memorial High School's Production of "The Laramie Project" this Friday, March 13. This service of celebration will serve as a peaceful alternative to any protest that may occur. Reading clergy members will offer a vision of love, peace and understanding in this short service with music, readings, and reflections. We extend this invitation to you to join us as a demonstration of support for both the residents of Reading and as a celebration of the youth at Reading Memorial High School. The Celebration of Unity is another way to send the message that there is no place for hate in this town. If you are planning on attending the Celebration of Unity, we'd like to acknowledge your presence during the service. Please let us know if you intend to be present, so we can announce your name. RSVP to Rosemary Fiori, Office Administrator, at uucr@uureading.org or call Rosemary at 781-944- 0494. After the Celebration of Unity ends at 6:45 pm, we are encouraging folks to head over to Reading Memorial High School to attend the play that evening. Sincerely, Rev. Tim Kutzmark Minister Unitarian Universalist Church of Reading "May the long time sun shine upon you, A# love surround you, And the pure light within you Guide your way on." Rev. Tim Kutzmark Unitarian Universalist Church of Reading tirrt)tzma rk@ comcast, net 3/9/2009 0 Federal Stimulus Questions Schena, Paula From: Hechenbleikner, Peter Sent: Monday, March 09, 2009 4:13 PM To: Oldfield, Cynthia (HOU) Cc: Schena, Paula Subject: RE: Follow-up: Federal Stimulus Questions Cynthia Page 1 of 4 Thanks for the opportunity to send in questions for Brad to ask of Jeff Simmons when they meet. Hopefully consolidating the questions will make this very process simpler for all involved. Here are the questions we have, to date. • Will State staff be able to do their normal work while the State is gearing up to spend stimulus money on State projects? For example, Reading submitted the 75% design for our West Street project several months ago, and it has not yet been reviewed by MHD. Will projects like that be stalled in limbo while MHD staff are working on getting MHD projects out? If so, this seems to unfairly penalize local projects. An alternative would be to fund projects like this directly to the Towns, and not involve the state - and therefore not requiring State approval. • The appearance is that State projects are being funded almost to the exclusion of local projects. Is this the case? Have projects been objectively reviewed - if so it would appear that the State is the only agency that can get projects shovel ready, bid, and creating jobs in a transparent manner. Hopefully this is not the case although most of the projects that been publicized seem to be state projects. • Is the SRF going to be modified to meet the federal standard such that a percentage of each project or a percentage of the total projects will be done with grants, rather than only loans? • What is the timeline for each of the funds? • How much of the Fed money will be used to balance the state budget? • Will the DESE be the department ready to answer all questions regarding the education money from the ARRA? • Will the state decrease the circuit breaker money once the districts receive the addition IDEA money? I have not heard from all departments, but this is the list I have to date. I may have some additional comments to submit tomorrow, but this should be a good part of the list. As to communication, it is probably easier for you to funnel all communication through me and I can then distribute it to our list. If you'd rather do it directly I'll have our Office Manager start to work on an email list. Thanks for all that Representative Jones is dong on this matter, and thank you to all the staff also. Pete Hechenbleikner Town Manager 3/9/2009 Federal Stimulus Questions Reading Town Manager's report From: Oldfield, Cynthia (HOU) [mailto:Cynthia.Oldfield@state.ma.us] Sent: Thursday, March 05, 2009 2:10 PM To: Balukonis, Greg; Gustus, Bill, Hechenblelkner, Peter; Singer, Ira Subject: Follow-up: Federal Stimulus Questions Page 2 of 4 I'd like to just clarify on the email that Mike just sent out to you regarding the stimulus plan and why we are looking for this information. Rep. Jones and I have received a growing list of questions from various town officials/committee members regarding this plan. As you know, it is a very long and complicated plan in which the state'is expected to receive billions of dollars. However, with that, the state is still in the very beginning stages of understanding this complicated legislation, and the regulations and rules that go along with it. In the anticipation of learning more information Rep. Jones will be meeting next week with the Director of Infrastructure Investment, who is Governor Patrick's "right hand man" to the stimulus plan. If you, or anyone else in the town, have any questions you still have please feel free to email me a list of questions. After the meeting is finished I will then send out the questions and corresponding answers to the whole group of and I can provide the responses next week to everyone I have on the distribution list. And speaking of distribution lists---As we all know email is the easiest ways to communicate these days. I'm hoping to receive from the request below an updated list of town officials and committee members emails along with other information so as soon as we receive information I can make sure everyone receives everything we can get to them. In conclusion, please: 1. Send me an email with questions you have about the stimulus plan by Monday 2. Forward the below email to every official or committee member in your town. We'd like to everyone's questions and we don't have everyone's email! Thanks for your patience. -Cynthia Cynthia E. Oldfield Director of Local Affairs Office of the House Minority Leader Representative Bradley H. Jones, Jr. State House, Room 124 Boston, MA 02133 T: (617) 722-2100 F:(617)722-2390 evnth i a. oldfield(a-),hou. state. ma. us `A Please Consider the Environment Before Printing this Email 3/9/2009 Federal Stimulus Questions From: Harris, Michael R. (HOU) [mailto: Michael. R.Harris@state.ma. us] Sent: Thursday, March 05, 2009 12:05 PM To: GBalukonis@northreadingma.gov; William-gustus@town.lynnfield.ma.us; Ira S. Singer; townmanager@ci.reading.ma.us Cc: Oldfield, Cynthia (HOU) Subject: Federal Stimulus Questions Good Morning, Page 3 of 4 With the Federal Stimulus money coming to the Commonwealth, the multitude of questions that officials from cities and towns across the state is staggering. In order to better answer the questions of officials in his district Rep. Jones would appreciate it if you could ask town officials to submit their questions by Monday March 9th in an email to Cynthia Oldfield in his office. Her email address is Cvnthia.oldfieldna.state.ma.us. Rep. Jones would appreciate it if you could request questions from: Yourself finance director Board of Selectmen School Committee Finance Committee School Superintendent Fire Chief Police Chief DPW Town Clerk Community Planning Commission Any other department you would like. Along with your questions, if you could also send a distribution list, if one exists, of all of the town officials. If you could include their: First Name Last Name IOU 3/9/2009 Federal Stimulus Questions Page 4 of 4 Home Address Primary Phone Secondary Phone Preferred Email Department/Committee Position Term Expires If no list exists please ask officials to submit that information along with their questions. Thank you very much, -Mike Harris Michael R. Harris Legislative Aide Office of the House Minority Leader Representative Bradley H. Jones, Jr. State House, Room 124 Boston, Ma 02133 (617) 722-2100 michael.r.harris@state.ma.us 0 3/9/2009 Page 1 of 1 ` ~U' 1 Hechenbleikner, Peter From: Oldfield, Cynthia (HOU) [Cynthia.0ldfield@state.ma.us] Sent: Monday, March 09, 2009 11:34 AM To: Hechenbleikner, Peter; Scribner, Andrew; Cormier, Jim Subject: Re: The Public Safety Answering Point and Regional Emergency Communication Support Grants Attachments: Support Grants.xls Gentlemen, Representative Jones has been notified of the Public Safety Answering Point and Regional Emergency (,ommunication tenter Support and Incentive Grant distributions, which are attached. This grant reirnburses primary, regional and regional secondary public safety answering points and regional emergency communications centers for allowable expenses related to enhanced 9-1-1 personnel and equiprnent costs. Reading has been awarded $4.0,011 in total grant funding. Regards, C:yntl~ia Cynthia E. Oldfield Office of the 1-louse Minority Leader Representative Bradley H. Jones, Jr. 617-722.2100 3/9/2009 Page 1 of 2 Schena, Paula From: Hechenbleikner, Peter Sent: Monday, March 09, 2009 1:51 PM To: Reading - Selectmen Cc: Schena, Paula Subject: FW: BACKGROUND DOCUMENTS FOR THE 1-93/1-95 RFR Town Manager's report From: cnj4@aol.com [mailto:cnj4@aol.com] Sent: Monday, March 09, 2009 12:50 PM To: Bob. Frey@state.ma. us; jcorey@cityofwoburn.com; Schubert, Rick; Anthony, Camille; jebarnes@mit.edu; bruen-n-bruen@comcast.net; Katherine.Clark@state.ma.us; dac@cummings.com; jcosgrove@mbta.com; rnrchambercom@aol.com; kdonnelly@senate.state.ma.us; Jennifer.Solomon @state. ma. us; rep.jamesdwyer@hou.state.ma.us; jgallagher@mapc.org; william.gordon@fta.dot.gov; rgrover@ci.stoneham.ma.us; josh ua.grzegorzewski@fhwa.dot.gov; ehamblin@aol.com; Brad ley.Jones@state. ma. us; George. Katsoufis@verizon.net; anthonykennedy@comcast.net; akinsman@aaasne.com; cleiner@massport.com; Jason. Lewis@state. ma. us; rmayo@mass-trucking.org; tmclaughlin@cityofwoburn.com; wba@woburnbusinessassociation.com; paulderman@verizon.net; dragucci@ci.stoneham.ma.us; maureen@northsuburbanchamber.com; Elliot.Schmiedl@state.ma.us; sueandmikes@comcast.net; rstinson@wakefleld.ma.us; dansullivan@assetleasing.com; etarallo@cityofwoburn.com; Richard.Tisei@state.ma.us; billwhome@verizon.net Cc: Ruth.Alfasso@state.ma.us; michael.a.chong@fhwa.dot.gov; Andrea. Cru pi@state. ma. us; mdraisen@mapc.org; tharwood@cityofwoburn.com; Town Manager; Tomasz.Janikula@fhwa.dot.gov; Diane. Madden @state. ma. us; E. RYAN. Mcneill@state.ma.us; john.mcvann@fhwa.dot.gov; pmedeiros@sigcom.com; Cynthia.Oldfield@state.ma.us; Tafoya, Ben Subject: BACKGROUND DOCUMENTS FOR THE I-93/1-95 RFR Bob, I checked the Brief Scope for the Request for Response (RFR) and also did a quick look at the RFR and noticed that apparently there are at least two missing documents that should be made available to potential responders to the RFR. These documents are: 1. Memorandum from the Reading Board of Selectmen entitled, Town of Reading Position on Interstate Routes 95 and 93 Interchange Improvements, sent to Bernard Cohen, Secretary of Transportation, May 16, 2007. 2. Letter from the Town of Reading Conservation Commission, addressed to Secretary Ian Bowles, Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs, October 9, 2007. The first document provides a thoughtful list of recommendations, such as transit and transportation demand management improvements, and highway component suggestions. This document notes that, "The Town does not endorse either of the alternative plans because they do not meet the goals of the study. Specifically, these alternatives do not eliminate all property takings, do not minimize noise impacts and do not minimize visual impacts on properties in Reading." Cleary, these issues were not resolved by the feasibility study and require further work before pushing on to that 25 percent design phase. 3/9/2009 i3 Page 2 of 2 The second document points out that "MassGIS maps used in the ENF to identify wetlands do not depict all of the wetlands known to exist in Reading, nor presumably in the other towns where work is proposed." Additional issues are raised on environmental impacts related to noise barriers, guardrails, drainage systems, pumping ground water and surface water where depressed roadways are proposed. Storm water recommendations are discussed. I suspect other review documents were written by public officials (e.g., Representative Brad Jones). My apologies if you referenced these documents in a publicly accessible source and I simply overlooked them. These documents represent important statements from public officials, who participated in 45 Task Force.meetings over a four year period and, therefore, ought to made available to potential responders to the RFR and the public in the interest of transparency. I also checked your email distribution and did not notice the inclusion of Francis Fink of the Reading Conservation Commission. Her email address is ffink@ci.reading.ma.us Regards, Jeff Dr. Jeffrey Everson Principal Investigator, Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Member: PRESERVE, 1-93/1-95 Task Force 781-944-3632 (home) 781-684-4247 (work) 339-227-0585 (cell) A Good Credit Score is 700 or Above. See vours in lust 2 easv steps! 3/9/2009 l~ From Congressman Tierney: Recovery Act Priorities Schena, Paula Page 1 of 3 From: Hechenbleikner, Peter Sent: Monday, March 09, 2009 1:30 PM To: Ferrari, Michael Cc: Jones, Bradley - Rep. (HOU); Jim Dwyer (jjdwyerw4@yahoo.com); (albert.turco@state.ma.us) Subject: RE: [POSSIBLY SPAM) From Congressman Tierney: Recovery Act Priorities Attachments: Reading MA Energy Savings Pert Contracting Project 8jan09.doc; Project Info West Street Roadway.doc; Washington Park Project.doc Michael Thanks for the email. We appreciate the assistance of Congressman Tierney and his entire staff in helping Cities and Towns navigate this very complex process of accessing ARRA funds. The potential positive impact of this program is great for the nation and its economy, and for local governments. Of course, the potential for the program not completely meeting its goals is also great, and that is why we appreciate your direct involvement. You will find that Reading has a well earned reputation for spending money wisely, completing work in a timely and cost effective manner, and running our local government operations transparently - all very important aspects to the success of the ARRA program. In response to your request, the following is the list of the top 3 ranked projects fro the Town of Reading, along with the requested information about each. In addition, I am copying you on the complete submittal for each of these projects that was submitted to the Lt. Governors office. Project Project type Requested Funds Description Priority and Funding received to Name Amount date 1 - Energy Energy $3 million Town funds This project has started with an investment grad Savings to $5 committed to energy and water use audit of all Reading Town Performance million date- School buildings. The audit will be done by Apri Contracting $120,000 2009. The ESCO will then contract with a variet vendors to complete the priority work, including ; number of trades. Energy savings will accrue to Town after the cost of improvements are accour for. 200 jobs created in a variety of construction trades. 2 - West Transportation $ Town funds This project will reconstruct an "urban minor arte Street 7,500,000 $434,161.91 roadway from the Woburn City line to Willow Str Roadway to date, for and several intersections will be redesigned and Reconstruction project signalized. In addition to the reconstruction of tt design roadway surface, curbs and sidewalks will be installed. This roadway carries over 20,000 veh per day, and is a major walking route for 2 public schools and one parochial school. 150 jobs will I created. 3 - Infrastructure $ 625,000 $60,000 Modifications are needed to revitalize one of Washington - Park available in Reading's major parks which include a small tot Park Modernization Town funds playground, 90' Baseball Diamond, and one tens Restoration one multi-purpose court, and one basketball cou Project The plan also includes a walking path around thi perimeter of the playing area to help encourage traffic to downtown Reading and encourage wall The full master plan for the park is available on-I htto://www.cl.readina.ma.us/Paaes/ReadinaMA 45 jobs will be produced ~S 3/9/2009 From Congressman Tierney: Recovery Act Priorities Page 2 of 3 Please let me know of any other information that you might require. We look forward to working with the Congressman and staff on this program, and Hope that Reading may play a role in this economic recovery process. Peter I. Hechenblelkner Town Manager From: Ferrari, Michael [mailto:Michael.Ferrari@mail.house.gov] Sent: Thursday, March 05, 2009 7:48 PM To: Town Manager Subject: [POSSIBLY SPAM] From Congressman Tierney: Recovery Act Priorities Importance: Low Dear Manager Hechenbleikner, I hope this note finds you well. Please find below for your review a letter from Congressman Tierney which follows up on his meeting last week with you and local officials regarding opportunities for assistance through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have questions or if I can be of additional assistance. Sincerely, Michael Ferrari Michael Ferrari Senior Legislative Assistant Congressman John F Tierney (D-MA) 2238 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 202.225.8020 (phone) 202.225.5915 (fax) Dear Manager Hechenbleikner, Thank you for taking the time to attend last Friday's briefing on the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). I hope you found the session helpful as you prepare your municipal budget and examine opportunities for pursuing ARRA funds. Assistance under the Act will flow by formula through existing federal programs, the state fiscal stabilization account, and by competitive grant programs. In advocating for direct local access to funds and maximum flexibility, Congress used existing formulas and competitive grant processes where feasible. Of course, that non-education portion of the stabilization fund left to the Governors' discretion (about 18%) will require local/state cooperation as governors attempt to fairly disburse funds. Similarly, any remaining allocations to states, and a number 3/9/2009 V10 From Congressman Tierney: Recovery Act Priorities Page 3 ,of 3 of infrastructure items which traditionally use federal funds but are administered through state auspices, will continue to be allocated to regions or communities by and through the state. That is why I was so pleased that Governor Patrick's made his representative available for last week's meeting. As Governor Patrick's Director of Infrastructure Investment, Jeff Simon, noted, the Commonwealth expects to receive an estimated $2 billion in infrastructure funding under the ARRA. As Mr. Simon stated, the Commonwealth will evaluate projects under consideration for discretionary funding, in part, on the basis of the following criteria: (1) "Shovel-readiness" - The project has completed the design-phase and all permits and required authorizations have been obtained so that it can get out on the street quickly; (2) Tangible Job Benefits - The project has the ability to jump-start the economic cycle and create sustainable long-term jobs;. (3) Transparency - The project features an honest commitment to efficiency and its progress can be tracked and monitored online; and (4) Regional Diversity. In January, Lt. Governor Murray's Municipal Task Force received project lists from communities from across the Commonwealth, many of which were copied to my office. A number of meeting attendees, while recognizing that the Commonwealth would be determining allocations of those funds, nonetheless suggested that I might have some opportunity for advocacy on your behalf with our state partners. If such an opportunity were to in fact arise, it would be helpful to know of your top 3 priorities. Additionally, given the uncertainty of the amount of available funds, you may wish to give consideration to projects that fall into the high, medium, and low cost ranges. Finally, I would ask that you bring to my attention any energy projects that include a "green jobs" or workforce investment component that have a potential regional, statewide or national reach. As always, I will seek occasion to be helpful to communities and having this information on hand would be beneficial. I would ask that you provide the essential details of your priority projects, including the name and type of the project (e.g. transportation, water infrastructure, energy, school modernization), requested funding amount, funds such project has received, or could be combined with, from any other source (including the municipality), and a brief description of the project detailing how it conforms to the state criteria enumerated above. Please return your project list to Michael Ferrari (Michael.Ferrari(_ mail.house.aov) in my Washington, DC office by COB on Fridav. March 13. 2009. Finally, I look forwarding to being back in touch with you as my office works to organize a grants workshop in the coming weeks. Thank you for your assistance in this effort. Sincerely, John F. Tierney Member of Congress 3/9/2009 a DEADLINE JANUARY 8th at 2:00p.m. Commonwealth of Massachusetts Mobilization for Significant Infrastructure Investment Projects that will be shovel-ready within 180 days and completed within 2 years Municipality: Town of Reading / Reading Public Schools Contact person: Mary C. DeLal, Director of Finance Phone number: (781) 944-5800 E-mail address: mdelai@reading.kl2.ma.us Project Title Energy Conservation and Municipal Infrastructure Improvement through Energy Savings Performance Contracting I Project Description The proposed Energy Savings Performance Contracting (ESPC) project provides distinct benefits to the Town of Reading and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts with respect to the established funding priorities. These include: • Energy efficiency (reduction in reliance on foreign fossil fuel supplies); • Infrastructure renewal; • Environmental stewardship (reduction of carbon emissions); and • Economic growth and development (creating jobs and preventing municipal and school layoffs). Using the ESPC methods established under MGL Chapter 25A, Section 11 i, the Town of Reading has recently completed a Request for Qualifications process to engage an Energy Services Company (ESCO) to perform an Investment Grade Audit (IGA) of fifteen municipal facilities (eight school buildings and seven municipal buildings) and intends to then enter into an Energy Services Agreement (ESA) to implement energy efficiency upgrades, renewable energy technologies, demand management solutions and energy infrastructure renewal in most, if not all, of its municipal and school buildings. The project has been approved and endorsed by all necessary governing bodies of the Town including the Reading School Committee and nearly unanimous support of Town Meeting in November of 2008 (copies of certified votes attached). In response to our solicitation, the Town received responses from seven of the leading national ESCO's and has selected NORESCO, based in Westborough, Massachusetts as the firm with whom it intends to partner in the project. The terms of the IGA Agreement are anticipated to be finalized and the Agreement executed on or about January 26, 2009 with the IGA expected to commence on or about February 1, 2009. The anticipated completion date of the IGA is mid- to late-April, 2009. Once the IGA is complete, the Town will select a comprehensive package of projects to be implemented. Noresco has identified a preliminary list of energy efficiency improvements, infrastructure renewal strategies and renewable energy technologies viable for the Town buildings including: • Energy efficient lighting retrofits and lighting conservation measures (occupancy sensors, lighting management controls, daylighting strategies, etc.) • Replacement and upgrade of energy management controls and installation of demand-ventilation controls • Replacement and upgrade of mechanical equipment (boilers, air handler units, unit ventilators, compressors, chillers, etc.) • Replacement and upgrade of fans and motors • Building envelope improvements (improved insulation, window replacement, roof replacement, etc.) • Installation of water saving devices • Solar photovoltaic Noresco will, through the comprehensive IGA, identify and present to the Town a proposed scope of work to include any and all potential energy and water saving projects that could be implemented by the Town. 10 Typically, the scope of work resulting from the IGA is at the 30 to 50% design stage. The Town will select the projects that yield the highest economic value during the month of May so that the ESCO may proceed with ordering equipment, hiring sub-contractors, and initiate project mobilization stages to allow for a June 1, 2009 construction start date. The Town fully intends to include locally-based alternative energy generation (most likely geothermal or solar) as part of this project. The Town would utilize the resources provided under the Green Communities Act and would aggressively pursue technologies manufactured by Massachusetts-based firms. Based on Noresco's preliminary benchmarking assessment of the Town's facilities, the Town anticipates implementing a comprehensive energy and infrastructure renewal project valued in the range of $3,000,000 to $5,000,000 depending upon the payback period for the selected ECM's and the length of time for which the Town is comfortable financing the project. The comprehensiveness of the project will be impacted by the level of external funding the Town is able to secure. Such potential sources, other than the stimulus funds being contemplated herein, include: • Massachusetts Technology Collaborative Funding (particularly for solar or geothermal projects) • Funding available through the MA DOER Green Communities Act • Reading Municipal Light Department • National Grid • Emission Reduction / Renewable Energy credits • Demand Response • Private investment in renewable assets on public property owned by Reading • Private grant funding **Please note in the description whether or not this project is being considered for state or federal funds outside of the potential federal stimulus. If so, please provide the program or agency you've applied to. Cost $3,000,000 - $5,000,000 The exact scope of the project will dictate the final cost and the scope selection will depend upon available external funding, financing terms available at the time of borrowing, and length of time for which the Town is comfortable financing. The Town will solicit public and private funding (discussed above), however, it does anticipate borrowing for a portion of the project cost as well. Will the requested federal funding be leveraged with any other public or private funding? If yes, please explain: Under a traditional ESPC, the Town would be limited in its ability to invest in energy infrastructure and renewable energy projects as the investment potential will be strictly tied to the energy savings potential. The requested funding would be leveraged with the potential energy savings to enable the Town to maximize its investment in energy infrastructure and renewable energy projects. Project Schedule Expected start date: June 1, 2009 Expected date of completion: December 31, 2010 Has the project been 100% designed? No If no, when will design be complete? Using the Performance Contracting methods established under MGL Chapter 25A, Section 111, the design will be at approximately 30-50% at the time of construction. Construction will proceed using a design-build process. Has the municipality authorized the funding for the project? Town Meeting authorized the Town to borrow an amount up to $120,000 to fund the initial IGA process and use of consultants to assist with contract negotiations. Further Town Meeting approvals will be required and will be sought during Annual Town Meeting in April to the extent the Town wishes to finance the project through debt authorization. Is the project fully permitted? Not at this stage. If no, when will it be fully permitted? Permitting will occur during the mobilization of the subcontractors in June 2009. Is project intended as a design/build or is it sufficiently permitted to allow work to start? It is intended as design/build. Has the project gone out to bid? Yes. In accordance with MGL Chapter 25A, Section 11 i, the Town issued its solicitation, conducted a rigorous review and evaluation process and selected Noresco to provide comprehensive energy management services. If no, when do you anticipate the project going out to bid? See above. Have you awarded a contract to begin work? See above. If no, when will you award? See above. Economic Impact How manyjobs will be produced with this project? Please specify construction jobs as well as permanent jobs. A preference for.local sub-contractors will be specified as part of the terms of the construction agreement. The following local trades are anticipated as necessary for project work: Electrical Mechanical (HVAC) Plumbing Energy management controls Carpentry Sheet-metal Insulation Window replacement/glazing Roofing Weatherization specialist Water conservation specialists Specialty engineering/design consultants Renewable energy specialists Given that the project scope will likely include work on fifteen municipal and school buildings representing almost one million square feet of building space and a construction time frame of 18-24 months, it is estimated that this project will result in the employment of over 200 individuals. Will your municipality be able to fully fund the operations of the new or updated facility with local government operating funds? Based on preliminary estimates, this project is likely to reduce energy consumption, and thereby expenditures, by 20%-25% potentially. The facility improvements would allow for substantial moderation of anticipated increases to the facilities' operating budget, thereby enhancing the town's ability to fund the operation of its facilities while freeing up resources for other critical municipal needs such as critical public safety and teaching positions. Additional Information If your project is energy efficiency or clean energy oriented, please see page 3 and the excel spreadsheet attached to the request e-mail. Requested information provided below. (5) 3 Energy Use Data Entity Town of Reading Town of Reading Town of Reading Town of Reading Town of Reading Town of Reading Town of Reading Town of Reading Town of Reading Town of Reading Town of Reading Town of Reading Town of Reading Town of Reading Town of Reading Building Alice M.Barrows Elementary School Birch Meadow Elementary School Joshua Eaton Elementary School J.Warren Killam Elementary School Wood End Elementary School Arthur W. Coolidge Middle School Walter S. Parker Middle School Reading Memorial High School Town Hall Police Station Senior Center West Side Fire Station Main Street Fire Station Reading Public Library DPW Garage Building Souare Feet 60,000 58,500 56,000 57,000 52,000 96,000 97,800 300,000 15,648 29,430 5,670 6,410 10,114 27,648 42,142 Square feet of Usable Roof Space** . 27,800 58,284 55,400 56,660 36,535 95,300 45,040 140,588 8,470 9,810 1,800 2,900 3,470 6,000 40,800 Barrows Elementary School Birch Meadow Elementary School Joshua Eaton Elementary School Coolidge Middle School Parker Middle school Reading Memorial High School Senior Center Reading Public Library Electricity Natural Gas Year kWh Expenditure! therms Expenditure 1964" 362,580 $43,258 40,583 $65,363 1964* 228,480 $27,0851 56,598 $90,582 1947* 270,869 $33,4791 37,905 $61,214 1969 363,760 $45,428 53,318 $86,690 2003 384,480 $46,398 23,851 $39,107 1962* 554,400 $65,9351 63,930 $102,110 1927* 693,800 $81,7851 65,500 $103,010 1954* 2,690,208 $304,834 142,443 $220,586 1919* 256,240 $30,594 10,160 $17,644 1999 347,840 $39,284 14,398 $24,306 1920* 66,040 $8,410 5,086 $8,927 1935 45,813 $5,4651 6,435 $11,037 1995 139,800 $15,824 8,127 $14,451 1895* 320,160 $37,3071 11,200 $18,778 1972 242,040 $28,717 31,216 $50,728 * Renovated 2005 1993 1994 2000 1998 2005-07 1995 1984 #2 Oil gallons Expenditure N/A NIA N/A N/A NIA N/A N/A N/A N/A NIA N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A NIA NIA NIA N/A N/A NIA N/A N/A N/A NIA N/A N/A NIA 4 Energy Use Data (continued) #4 Oil #6 Olt Propane Steam Other Entity Building gallons Expenditure gallons Expenditure -gallons Expenditure Volume Expenditure Volume Expenditure Town of Reading Alice M.Barrows Elementary School N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A NIA N/A N/A N/A Town of Reading Birch Meadow Elementary School N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Town of Reading Joshua Eaton Elementary School NIA N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Town of Reading J,Warren Killam Elementary School N/A N/A N/A NIA N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Town of Reading Wood End Elementary School NIA N/A NIA N/A N/A NIA N/A N/A N/A N/A Town of Reading Arthur W. Coolidge Middle School N/A N/A N/A NIA N/A NIA N/A N/A N/A N/A Town of Reading Walter S. Parker Middle School N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Town of Reading Reading Memorial High School N/A NIA N/A N/A N/A N/A NIA N/A N/A N/A Town of Reading Town Hall N/A N/A NIA N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Town of Reading Police Station N/A N/A NIA N/A NIA N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Town of Reading Senior Center NIA NIA N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Town of Reading West Side Fire Station N/A N/A N/A NIA NIA N/A N/A N/A NIA N/A Town of Reading Main Street Fire Station N/A N/A N/A NIA NIA N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Town of Reading Reading Public Library NIA N/A N/A N/A NIA N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Town of Reading DPW Garage NIA NIA N/A N/A N/A NIA N/A NIA N/A N/A 5 Potential Energy Savings kWh Elec $ Gas Gas $ Total $ kWh per Elec $ per MBtu per Gas $ per Total Energy Total $ per Cost per Cost per Savings Savings Savings Savings Savings Entity Building So Ft _ Sq Ft Sq Ft Sq Ft Cost So Ft kWh Therm Estimate Estimate Estimate Estimate Estimate Town of Reading Alice M.Barrows Elementary School 6.0 $0.72 68 1 $1.09 ( $108,621 $1.81 $0.12 1 $1.61 1 01 $0 4,6001 $7,400 $7,4001 Town of Reading Birch Meadow Elementary School 3.9 $0.46 97 ' $1.55 + $117,667 + $2.01 $0.12 1 $1.60 1 01 $0 21,5001 $34,400 $34,40 Town of Reading Joshua Eaton Elementary School 4.8 $0.60 68 $1.09 1 $94,693 $1.69 1 $0.12 1 $1.61 1 01 $0 4,300' $6,900 0 $6,900 Town of Reading J.Warren Killam Elementary School 6.4 ( $0.80 94 $1.52 1 $132,118 $2.32 1 $0.12 $1.63 1 01 $0 19,1001 $31,100 $31,100 Town of Reading Wood End Elementary School 7.4 $0.89 46 $0.75 ( $85,505 $1.64 1 $0.12 $1.64 1 46,0001 $5,600 0 $0 $5,600 Town of Reading Arthur W. Coolidge Middle School 5.8 1 $0.69 67 1 $1.06 1 $168,045 $1.75 1 $0.12 $1.60 1 01 $0 6,300 $10,100 $10,1001 Town of Reading Walter S. Parker Middle School 7.1 $0.84 67 1 $1.05 1 $184,795 $1.89 1 $0.12 1 $1.57 1 58,0001 $6,800 6,8001 $10,700 $17,5001 Town of Reading Reading Memorial High School 9.0 $1.02 47 1 $0.74 1 $525,420 $1.75 1 $0.11 1 $1.55 1 290,0001 $32,900 01 $0 $32,90D1 Town of Reading Town Hall 16.4 $1.96 65 $1.13 1 $48,238 $3.08 1 $0.12 $1.74 1 131,0001 $15,600 8001 $1,400 $17,000 Town of Reading Police Station 11.8 1 $1.33 49 ( $0.83 $63,590 $2.16 1 $0.11 1 $1.69 1 112,0001 $12,600 01 $0 $12,600 Town of Reading Senior Center 11.6 1 $1.48 90 1 $1.57 1 $17,337 1 $3.06 1 $0.13 1 $1.76 1 21,0001 $2,700 1,7001 $3,000 $5,700 Town of Reading West Side Fire Station 7.1 1 $0.85 100 1 $1.72 1 $16,502 1 $2.57 1 $0.12 1 $1.72 1 01 $0 2,6001 $4,500 $4,500 Town of Reading Main Street Fire Station 13.8 ( $1.56 80 $1.43 $30,275 $2.99 1 $0.11 1 $1.78 1 59,0001 $6,700 2,1001 $3,700 $10,400 Town of Reading Reading Public Library 11.6 $1.35 41 $0.68 1 $56,085 $2.03 1 $0.12 1 $1.68 1 99,0001 .$11,500 01 $0 $11,500 Town of Reading DPW Garage 5.7 1 $0.68 74 1 $1.20 ( $79,445 1 $1.89 1 $0.12 1 $1.63 1 01 $0 5,9001 $9,600 $9,6001 7.6 62 816,000 $94,400 75,700 $122,800 $217,200 Q Proposed Energy Conservation Projects * Pro ects listed will hi ve defined scope & budget by April 30, 2009 and be sho% Description of project; Entitv Proiect Name Location work to be done i Lighting Improvements ESPC Energy Barrows' I New High Efficiency Motors Reading Efficiency Elementary Project School ESPC Energy Efficiency Birch Meadow Reading Project Elementary School ESPC Energy Eaton Reading Efficiency Elementary Project School ESPC Energy Killam Reading Efficiency Elementary Project School ESPC Energy Wood End Reading Efficiency Elementary Project School ESPC Energy Coolidge Middle. Reading Efficiency School Project ESPC Energy Parker Middle Reading Efficiency School Project ESPC Energy Reading Reading Efficiency Memorial High Project School Weatherstripping and Air Sealing Pipe Insulation HVAC Controls & Recommissioning Lighting Improvements Pipe Insulation New Windows Heating System Improvements Lighting Improvements Weatherstripping and Air Sealing Pipe Insulation HVAC Controls & Recommissioning Lighting Improvements Weatherstripping and Air Sealing Pipe Insulation New Windows HVAC Controls & Recommissioning Lighting Improvements Pipe Insulation HVAC Controls & Recommissioning Lighting Improvements Weatherstripping and Air Sealing Water Conservation New DHW Boilers Pipe Insulation HVAC Controls & Recommissioning Solar PV Power Lighting Improvements New High Efficiency Motors Weatherstripping and Air Sealing Water Conservation New DHW Boilers Pipe Insulation HVAC Controls & Recommissioning Solar PV Power HVAC Recommissioning New DHW Boilers Water Conservation Solar Wall(s) for Air Heating Solar Water Heating et-ready by M Project Status Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning 1 Planning Planning Planning Planning I Planning I Planning ) Planning Planning 1 Planning Planning I Planning I Planning I Planning I ey 31, 2009 Proiect Cost 1 $25,0001 $6,0001 $20,0001 $4,0001 $24,0001 $12,0001 $4,0001 $500,0001 $200,0001 $9,0001 $20,0001 $4,0001 $15,0001 $9,0001 $20,0001 $4,0001 $435,0001 $48,0001 $4,000) $4,0001 $12,000) $6,0001 $20,0001 $3,0001 $80,0001 $5,0001 $24,000) $500,0001 $45,0001 $10,0001 $20,0001 $3,0001 $80,0001 $5,0001 $36,0001 $500,0001 $100,0001 $140,0001 $5,0001 $340,0001 $140,0001 Annual Avoided Energy Volume i Annual Avoided I Energy Electricity Natural Gas Expenditures 28,800 kWhl 0 Thermsl $3,460)) .2,100 kWh) 0 Thermsl $2500 0 kWh 1,400 Thermsl $2,2401 0 kWh) 400 Thermsl $64011 6,000 kWhi 1,800 Thermsl $3,6000 6,000 kWhl 0 Thermsl $72011 0 kWhJ 400 Therms] $6401) 0 kWhJ 6,200 Thermsl $9,92011 0 kWhl 22,000 Thermsl $35,200)1 6,000 kWhJ 0 Thermsl $7200 0 kWhJ 1,400 Thermsl $2,2401 0 kWhl 400 Thermsl $64011 0 kWhJ 2,400 Thermsl $3,84< 1 6,000 kWhl 0 Thermsl $72011 0 kWh) 1,400 Therms) $2,2401 0 kWhl 400 Thermsl $64011 0 kWh( 5,400 Therms( $8,6401 2,040kWhI 20,000 Thermsl $32,2401 3,000 kWhl 0 Therms) $36011 0 kWh) 400 Therms) $640(1 1,000 kWhJ 1,100 Thermsl $1,88011 6,000 kWh) 0 Thermsl $72011 0 kWh) 1,400 Thermsl $2,2401 0 kWh) 150 Themnsl $2400 0 kWh1 3,000 Thermsl $4,8001( 0 kWh) 600 Thermsl $960)) 0 kWhJ 1,800 Thermsl $2,8800 60,000 kWh) 0 Therms( $7,2000 48,000 kWhJ 0 Therms) $5,7600 3,500 kWhl 0 Thermsl $420 0 kWhl 1,400 Thermsl $2,244 0 kWh) 150 Thermsl $240 0 kWh1 3,000 Thermsl $4,8001 0 kWh) 600 Thermsl $9601 10,000 kWhJ 3,000 Thermsl $6,0000 60,000 kWh( 0 Thermsl $7,20011 235,000 kWh) 0 Therms $28,2000 0 kWh) 6,000 Therms $9,6000 0 kWh1 250 Therms $4000 0 kWh 11,200 Thermsl $17,9201 0 kWh 4,800 Thermsl $7,68011 Projected Avoided Energy Volume IProjected Avoided Energy Electricity Natural Gas Expenditures 576,000 kWhl 0 Thermsl $69,2001 42,000 kWh) 0 Thermsl $5,0001 0 kWhl 28,000 Thermsl $44,8001 0 kWhl 8,000 Thermsl $12,8001 120,000 kWhl 36,000 Thermsl $72,0001 120,000 kWh) 0Thermsl $14,4001 0 kWh 8,000 Thermsl $12,8001 0 kWh 124,000 Thermsl $198,4001 0 kWh 440,000 Therms( $704,000 120,000 kWhJ 0 Therms] $14,400 0kWhl 28,000 Thermsl $44,800 0 kWhl 8,000 Thermsl $12,800 0 kWhJ 48,000 Thermsl $76,800 120,000 kWhl 0 Thermsl $14,4001 0 kWhl 28,000 Thermsl $44,8001 0 kWh) 8,000 Thermsl $12,8001 0 kWh[ 108,000 Thermsl $172,800 40,800 kWhl 400,000 Therm sl $644,800 60,000 kWhJ 0 Thermsl $7,2001 0 kWhl 8,000 Therms[ $12,8001 20,000 kWh) 22,000 Thermsl $37,6001 120,000 kWhi 0 Thermsl $14,4001 0 kWhl 28,000 Therms $44,8001 0 kWh1 3.000 Therms $4,8001 0 kWhl 60,000 Therms $96,0001 0 kWh[ 12,000 Thermsl $19,200 0 kWh) 36,000 Thermsl $57,600 1,200,000 kWh[ 0 Thermsl $144,0001 960,000 kWh) 0 Thermsl $115,2001 70,000 kWhJ 0 Thermsl $8,4001 0 kWh1 28,000 Thermsl $44,8001 0 kWh[ 3,000 Thermsl $4,8001 0 kWhl 60,000 Thermsl $96,000 0 kWhi 12,000 Thermsl $19,200 200,000 kWhJ 60,000 Thermsl $120,000 1,200,000 kWh[ 0 Thermsl $144,0001 4,700,000 kWh) 0 Thermsl $564,000 0 kWhJ 120,000 Therms) $192,0001 0 kWh) 5,000 Thermsl $8,000 0kWhJ 224,000 Therms) $358,400 0 kWhl 96,000 Therms] $153,6001 7 Proposed Energy Conservation Projects (continued) * Pro ects listed will have defined scope & budget by April 30, 2009 and be shove(-ready by M Description of project; Project Entity Proiect Name Location work to be done Status Lighting Improvements i Planning New High Efficiency Motors 1 Planning Water Conservation ( Planninq ESPC Energy 1 Pipe Insulation ) Planning Reading Efficiency Town Hall Project 1 Plug load Controllers 1 LCD Monitors & PC Controls HVAC Controls & Recommissioning 1 New Windows 1 Lighting Improvements i New High Efficiency Motors ESPC Energy 1 Water conservation Reading Efficiency Police Station Project 1 Pipe Insulation 1 Plug load Controllers HVAC Controls & Recommissioning ESPC Energy Reading Efficiency Senior Center Project ESPC Energy West Side Fire Reading Efficiency Station Project ESPC Energy Main Street Fire Reading Efflciency Station Project ESPC Energy Reading Public Reading Efriciency Library Project ESPC Energy . Reading Efficiency DPW Garage Project Lighting Improvements New High Efficiency Motors 1 Water Conservation Pipe Insulation Plug load Controllers HVAC Controls & Recommissioning 1 HVAC Controls & Recommissioning l water conservation Pipe Insulation Plug load Controllers Solar Water Heating 1 Lighting Improvements HVAC Controls & Recommissioninq Water Conservation Pipe Insulation 1 Plug load Controllers Solar Water Heating I Lighting Improvements New High Efficiency Motors 1 Water Conservation 1 Pipe Insulation 1 Plug load Controllers 1 LCD Monitors & PC Controls New Windows HVAC Controls & Recommissioning Heating System Improvements HVAC Recommissioning 1 Plug load Controllers I Pipe Insulation (Totals Planninq Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning I ay 31, 2009 1 Annual Avoided Energy Volume I Annual Avoided Projected Avoided I Energy Volume 1Projected Avoided Energy ( Energy Proiect Cost Electricity Natural Gas Exoenditures Electricity Natural Gas Expenditures $20,0001 31,000 kWhJ 0 Thermsl $3,7201 620,000 kWhl 0 Thermsl $74,400 1 $4,0001 1,700 kWh) 0 Thermsl $20011 34,000 kWhJ 0 Thermsl $4,000 1 $2,0001 0 kWhJ 100 Thermsl $1601 0 kWhJ 2,000 Thermsl $3,200 1 $2,0001 0 kWh) 300 Thermsl $4801 0 kWhJ 6,000 Therms) $9,600 1 $1,0001 1,100 kWh1 0 Thermsl $13011 22,000 kWhJ 0 Thermsl $2,6001 1 $2,0001 1,000 kWh) 0 Thermsl $12011 20,000 kWhJ 0 Thermsl $2,400 1 $36,0001 30,000 kWhJ 1,100 Thermsl $5,3601 600,000 kWh) 22,000 Therms] $107,200 1 $200,0001 0 kWhl 1,600 Thermsl $2,56011 0 kWh1 32,000 Thermsl $51,200 1 $40,0001 60,000 kWh) 0 Thermsl $7,200(1 1,200,000 kWh) 0 Thermsl $144,000 1 $8,0001 3,400 kWhJ 0 Thermsl $41011 68,000 kWhJ 0 Thermsl $8,200 1 $2,0001 0 kWhJ 100 Thermsl $1641 0 kWh) 2,000 Thermsl $3,200 $2,0001 0 kWhJ 300 Thermsl $48011 0 kWhJ 6,000 Thermsl $9,600 $1,0001 1,100 kWh1 0 Thermsl $13dl 22,000 kWhJ 0 Thermsl $2,600 $36,0001 10,000 kWhJ 0 Thermsl $1,20011 200,000 kWhl 0 Thermsl $24,000 1 $12,0001 22,000 kWh) 0 Therms) $2,6401 440,000 kWh) 0 Therms) $52,8001 $2,0001 1,100 kWh) 0 Thermsl $1301) 22,000 kWhJ 0 Thermsl $2,6001 $2,0001 0 kWh( 100 Thermsl $16011 0 kWh[ 2,000 Thermsl $3,200 $2,0001 0 kWhl 300 Thermsl $4841 0 kWh[ 6,000 Thermsl $9,600 $1,0001 1,100 kWh) 0 Thermsl $1301 22,000 kWhJ 0 Thermsl_ $2,600 $16,0001 10,000 kWh[ 1,200 Thermsl $3,1200 200,000 kWhJ 24,000 Thermsl $62,40 $7,0001 0 kWh1 500 Thermsl $8001 0 kWh1 10,000 Thermsl 0 $16,000 $2,0001 0 kWhJ 100 Thermsl $1601 0 kWh[ 2,000 Thermsl $3,200 $2,0001 0 kWhJ 300 Thermsl $48d1 0 kWh) 6,000 Therms) $9,600 $1,0001 1,100 kWhJ 0 Thermsl $13d1 22,000 kWh[ 0 Thermsl $2,600 $70,0001 0 kWhJ 1,800 Thermsl $2,8841 0 kWhl 36,000 Thermsl $57,600 $21,0001 22,000 kWh) 0 Thermsl $2,640 440,000 kWh[ 0 Thermsl $52,800 $32,0001 18,000 kWh[ 1,000 Thermsl $3,760 360,000 kWhJ 20,000 Thermsl $75,200 $2,0001 0 kWhl 100 Thermsl $160 0 kWhJ 2,000 Thermsl $3,2001 $2,0001 0 kWh1 300 Thermsl $4841 0 kWh) 6,000 Therms) $9,6001 $1,0001 1,100 kWh) 0 Thermsl $1341 22,000 kWh[ 0 Thermsl $2,6001 $100,0001 0 kWhJ 3,800 Thermsl $6,0801 0 kWh) 76,000 Thermsl $121,6001 $16,0001 17,000 kWh) 0 Thermsl $2,0401 340,000 kWh[ 0 Thermsl $40,8001 $8,0001 2,500 kWhJ 0 Thermsl $3001 50,000 kWh) 0 Thermsl $6,0001 $3,0001 0 kWhJ 150 Therms) $24011 0 kWh) 3,000 Thermsl $4,8001 $2,0001 0 kWhJ 300 Thermsl $48011 0 kWh) 6,000 Therms $9,600 $1,0001 1,100 kWhJ 0 Therms[ $1301 22,000 kWhJ 0 Therms $2,6001 $2,0001 1,000 kWh( 0 Thermsl $1200 20,000 kWh) 0 Therms $2,400 0 $300,0001 0 kWh[ 2,400 Thermsl $3,8401 0 kWhl 48,000 Therms $76,80 $58,0001 10,000 kWh! 0 Thermsl $1,2001 200,000 kWh! 0 Thermsl $24,000 $150,0001 0 kWhJ 4,000 Thermsl $6,4000 0 kWh[ 80,000 Thermsl $128,000 $60,0001 O.kWh1 1,900 Thermsl $3,04011 0 kWh1 38,000 Thermsl $60,800 $1,0001 1,100 kWh( 0 Thermsl $13011 22,000 kWh) 0 Thermsl $2,600 $2,0001 0 kWh 300 kWhl $48dl 0 kWh1 6,000 Thermsl $9,600 $4,635,0001 731,840 kWhJ 124,500 Thermsl $287,0001 14,636,800 kWhJ 2,490,000 Thermsl $5,740,0001 Energy Conservation Project Summary Summary By Project Type Description of project; work to be done Heating System Improvements HVAC Controls & Recommissioning HVAC Recommissioning Weatherstripping and Air Sealing Water Conservation LCD Monitors & PC Controls Lighting Improvements New High Efficiency Motors New Windows New DHW Boilers Pipe Insulation Plug load Controllers Solar PV Power Solar Wall(s) for Air Heating Solar Water Heating Totals Project Status Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Project Cost $350,0001 $304,000+ $160,000 $100,000 $24,0001 $4,0001 $219,0001 $38,000' $1,435,0001 $300,0001 $44,000) $7,0001 $1,000,0001 $340,000( $310,000) $4,635,000 Annual Avoided Energy Volume Electricity 0 kWh 97,040 kWht 235,000 kWh' 0 kWhJ 0 kWhJ 2,000 kWh 255,800 kWh 14,300 kWh' 0 kWh 0 kWh) 0 kWhJ 7,700 kWh1 120,000 kWh 0 kWh 0 kWh Natural Gas 26,000 Therms 33,900 Therms 1,900 Therms 7,000 Therms 1,200 Therms 0 Therms 0 Therms 0 Therms 15,600 Therms 12,000 Therms 5,300 Therms 0 Therms 0 Therms 11,200 Therms 10,400 Therms Annual Avoided Energy Expenditures $41,600. $65,8801 $31,240.' $11,2001 $1,920) 1 $2401 $30,7001 $1,7101 $24,960 $19,200 $8,4801 $910 $14,400, $17,920+' $16,6400 $287,000 Benefits Projected Avoided Energy Volume Electricity 0 kWh 1,940,800 kWh 4,700,000 kWh 0 kWh 0 kWh 40,000 kWh 5,116,000 kWh 286,000 kWh 0 kWh 0 kWh 0 kWh 154,000 kWh 2,400,000 kWh 0 kWh 0 kWh Natural Gas 520,000 Therms 678,000 Therms 38,000 Therms 140,000 Therms 24,000 Therms 0 Therms 0 'therms 0 Therms 312,000 Therms 240,000 Therms 106,000 Therms 0 Therms 0 Therms 224,000 Therms 208,000 Therms Projected Avoided Energy Expenditures - $832,000 $1,317,600 $624,800 $224,000 $38,400 $4,800 $614,000 $34,200 $499,200 $384,000 $169,600 $18,200 $288,000 $358,400 $332,800 9 r Intl) READING PUBLIC SCROOLS Prep n•iuf,,Rcadlu;'s Youth 1'n Re Wr ductive, Tc rormed, Intl V.-jideut Uid9um lu A global Soddy I'a(ric,6 5dir11jid.Jr„Jd. 82O:i1 ijwJRjia,: !:!Iparlrfan crr Rcadn.,;, tvL.wl .LLikALY tiAt hfi; I e.ltT,l'ur1? ?.3 7 -iA~:?-c gl;,,;; Fa:t'3 I-x'12-9. i 9 .10110 V, DDlu,:rtp ,C k5 fs4:176' lkR975rfT.7 Alltry C, DcLai F'7ra; -.,re Af.lltei. rlc~ulini u21 Septeruher 28, 200'S. the? 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COMINfttt:c 4.0110d On u mution. b'+' Mr. Caruso. seconded. 5Y Mrs. C:ibhs, do reouest HkAt tTel artiQlt! Te,2 4rdint 1h4! f tudinto ofeneruv immo earns 1►P Dlgrctl on the.'+ll}vember 2008'1'm n Aleetimi '4Varrunt as riuilinud in the S'uncr%ntt.ntlt:nl:'S meffl 7rnndum dated Semtember S. NCR. Motimi carries 6- (t, fir. ~~r~-~ _ lX}Ytl'11:It IStf~jt3h~l!llli7, .l S ttirerintimLILn!. (if Schools Reattng ESPC Project t;~: ¢I c:xilAiltt Ttm P.enrliny, Mhlir ti(;iml!; rbxa;n:;r rli v °ir i a rt.^. ui Yq; U3t[z ~J:;icr.. <rdn-, ?fr, a :i•.IWl. cutUncusl •ni6t., :xtunl mimminn. 1 Town of Reading 1 6 Lowell Street ' Reading, MA 01687-2685 •4 "z~°r 7~v'U Pry FAX: (7+11) 9A?. !w170 }1q•~._tt; w~~+-r:Lres~dingmFr~us SUBSEQUTNT TORN ME ETINC November 1.0.2008 TOWN C'L RTt (781)442-9050 ART'ICIE 9-Onmo-:iott b.y Charles Roobutwn, Chairmnm ol'the Schiittl ~'t1mmF11eo, iL ua.4 Vok"d thin N.tslim a.sF. 1 D,t'DO N! 4ippmppriFntod to pNY k,04I~ (WTIl FkinP CTWIvY Fm.l ;irriil~r impn,vt:Fnc m.m Ln Tiwvn myned huildinwn, imiuding the coxis tyi'C+ MM1Lint xeraitXX, audit:., plan";, tiocumemui, c4ust rxtimut 4; hiddine:4e°viceh tu-id all reluted empdnse, iricidtmial lhe.mlrr taint neces;at.. in c.omi-ation dw vowirh, sald smtt to be Cxpenclcd Ley aad under dic d'l=tion at q, c Superintendent of Sdtools and the foWn Managor, as appropriate; that F;n mrcl this approprktion, the Trcasi mv, ,%ith the npproval of the Sclccimun, is mithotixed it) barrow said 11MOUnt tinder anti pursuant to t:haplcx 44, Set .imi 7(3.A..) of flit; Gunmal L.rmvs, or pursounl to tiny othcx;:uabling, aulborif , mitcl rr;F issuc bands or nctks of the Tow+:i 1huck)m, and Ibat the School COrnnutice, Rau(] of &;lcctin"m, Sui uintcrttlcn.t of Stiltcols, ToNvr N;la nagcr., Dr any other a..; oy Or iylleeial of the Toixw n, is uutboriJed to apply ICIT dl Ggmit or g .r'.us Ul he ust-d io &17-FY dit C4141 of all. for any pant of said ellergy and similar finprovetnams; anti that the Superintendent of Schools and-or the ` O'Lva N-fallager is authorisecl -o enter uito my and :ill contracts ;amid agroemeats as nia.v be mx -csaat'y to car-.y ouc the 1}ttl'poscs of this vote. ?1 a vote Ng it iml t3~ t-alyd an lire r;fl'rntatttiuc S wined in thtt ririr,tJ Vt A tme copy. Atrlb Jthns61) ' TOW-6 CIL Rearing °SPC Project it zIZ DEADLINE JANUARY 8th at 2:00P.m. Commonwealth of Massachusetts Mobilization for Significant Infrastructure Investment Projects that will be shovel-ready within 180 days and completed within 2 years Municipality: Town of Reading Contact person: George J. Zambouras, Town Engineer Phone number: 781-942-6683 E-mail address: gzambouras@cLreading.ma.us Project Title West Street Roadway Reconstruction Project Description The project will reconstruct West Street from the Woburn city line to the intersection of Summer Avenue and Willow Street. The project will include new sidewalks, granite curbing and drainage improvements, new traffic signals, improvements to traffic signings and pavement markings along West Street and traffic signal improvements to the intersection of Woburn Street and Summer Avenue,. The project limits encompass 7,500 feet (1.4 miles) along West Street. The project has been submitted as a TIP project. **Please note in the description whether or not this project is being considered for state or federal funds outside of the potential federal stimulus. If so, please provide the program or agency you've applied to. Cost $7,500,000 Will the requested federal funding be leveraged with any other public or private funding? If yes, please explain: Yes the Town has funded the design, Project can be supplemented with public funding if needed. Project Schedule Expected start date: May 2009 Expected date of completion: December 2010 Has the project been 100% designed? No If no, when will design be complete? March 1, 2009 Has the municipality authorized the funding for the project? Funded Projects Design Costs Is the project fully permitted? No If no, when will it be fully permitted? March 2009 Is project intended as a design/build or is it sufficiently permitted to allow work to start? Requires NOI, ENF and CE Has the project gone out to bid? No If no, when do you anticipate the project going out to bid? April 1,2009 Have you awarded a contract to begin work? No If no, when will you award? April 30, 2009 Economic Impact How many jobs will be produced with this project? Please specify construction jobs as well as permanent jobs. Approximately 160 jobs will be produced, 45 of which will be construction related jobs and an additional 115 support jobs for utility companies, miscellaneous manufacturers and suppliers of project materials. Will your municipality be able to fully fund the operations of the new or updated facility with local government operating funds? Additional Information If your project is energy efficiency or clean energy oriented, please see page 3 and the excel spreadsheet attached to the request e-mail. If your project is transportation oriented, please respond to the following questions: Note - For roadway projects, respondents may wish to consult Chapter 2 of the MassHighway Project Development and Design Guidebook at httD://www.mhd.state.ma.us/downloads/desianGuide/CH 2 a.odf before completing this section. Project type: (check all that apply) transit, X roadway resurfacing, X roadway reconstruction, X streetscape improvements/sidewalks, multiuse path construction, bridge maintenance, bridge rehabilitation, bridge replacement, X safety improvements, X traffic signalization Other. Functional class of roadway, if applicable: West Street - Urban Minor Arterial Location of project: (Route and/or Street name(s)) West Street. and intersection of Woburn Street and Summer Avenue If applicable, has the proposed project been approved by MassHighway's Project Review Committee (PRC)? Yes, X No If yes, assigned MHD project tracking # 601705 Project design status, pre-25%, 25%, X 75%, 100% Has a public hearing been conducted to explain the project and gather comments/feedback? X yes, _ no If yes, please provide date of last public hearing Januarv 30. 2008 Is the proposed project included within the regional MPO Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)? X ves, no, uncertain Project included within universe of projects, not on active TIP funded list) Is project being designed to MHD design standards? X yes, no, uncertain Indicate the anticipated Right-of Way work involved: none, X temporary easements, , permanent easements, takings, ROW work is substantially complete Is the environmental permitting process underway? _X._ Yes, No, substantially complete Anticipated MEPA documentation required for the project: X Environmental Notification Form ENF Environmental Impact Report EIR None Anticipated NEPA documentation required for the project: X Categorical Exclusion CE (assume will be reauired for Federal Fundina) Environmental Assessment EA Environmental Impact Study EIS None 0 DEADLINE JANUARY 8t" at 2:00p.m. Commonwealth of Massachusetts Mobilization for Significant Infrastructure Investment Projects that, will be shovel-ready within 180 days and completed within 2 years Municipality: Town of Reading Contact person: George J. Zambouras, Town Engineer Phone number: (781) 942-6683 E-mail address: azambouras al ..ci.readina.ma.us Project Title Washington Park Restoration Project Project Description Modifications are needed to revitalize a one of major parks which includes a small tot playground, 90' Ball Diamond, and one tennis, one multi purpose and one basketball court. The plan also includes a walking path around the perimeter of the playing area to help encourage foot traffic to downtown Reading and encourage walking. The full master plan for the park is available on-line of htto.llwww.ci.readina.ma.us/Paaes/ReadinaMA Recreation/washinaton. **Please note in the description whether or not this project is being considered for state or federal funds outside of the potential federal stimulus. If so, please provide the program or agency you've applied to. Cost $625,000 Will the requested federal funding be leveraged with any other public or private funding? If yes, please explain: Yes, project can be supplemented with public funding if needed from the Capital Improvements program. Project Schedule Expected start date: May 1, 2009 Expected date of completion: December 1, 2010 Has the project been 100% designed? Yes If no, when will design be complete? Has the municipality authorized the funding for the project? No. However a small amount of capital improvements funding may be voted at April 2009 Town Meeting.. Is the project fully permitted? Yes If no, when will it be fully permitted? N/A Is project intended as a design/build or is it sufficiently permitted to allow work to start? It is sufficiently permitted to start work. Has the project gone out to bid? No If no, when do you anticipate the project going out to bid? April 1, 2009 Have you awarded a contract to begin work? No If no, when will you award? April 20, 2009 Economic Impact How many jobs will be produced with this project? Please specify construction jobs as well as permanent jobs. Approximately 45 jobs will be produced, 25 of which will be construction related jobs, an additional 20 support jobs for utility companies, miscellaneous manufacturers and suppliers of project materials. Will your municipality be able to fully fund the operations of the new or updated facility with local government operating funds? Yes Additional Information If your project is energy efficiency or clean energy oriented, please see page 3 and the excel spreadsheet attached to the request e-mail. If your project is transportation oriented, please respond to the following questions: Note - For roadway projects, respondents may wish to consult Chapter 2 of the MassHighway Project Development and Design Guidebook at htto://www.mhd.state.ma.us/downloads/desianGuide/CH 2 a.odf before completing this section. Project type: (check all that apply) transit, roadway resurfacing, roadway reconstruction, streetscape improvements/sidewalks, multiuse path construction, bridge maintenance, bridge rehabilitation, bridge replacement, safety improvements, traffic signalization Other Functional class of roadway, if applicable: Location of project: (Route and/or Street name(s)) If applicable, has the proposed project been approved by MassHighway's Project Review Committee (PRC)? Yes, No If yes, assigned MHD project tracking # Project design status, pre-25%, 25%, 75%, 100% Has a public hearing been conducted to explain the project and gather comments/feedback? _yes, If yes, please provide date of last public hearing Is the proposed project included within the regional MPO Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)? ves, no, uncertain Is project being designed to MHD design standards? yes, no, uncertain no Indicate the anticipated Right-of Way work involved: none, temporary easements, _ permanent easements, takings, ROW work is substantially complete Is the environmental permitting process underway? Yes, No, substantially complete Anticipated MEPA documentation required for the project: Environmental Notification Form ENF Environmental Impact Report EIR None Anticipated NEPA documentation required for the project: Categorical Exclusion CE Environmental Assessment EA Environmental Impact Study EIS None J `.ICN-IN SHEET FOR..THE BQARD OF SELECTMEN MEETING DATE: f- •l0 v2o O y NAME ADDRESS (Please print) Lc kdU'-W7,J'f _n (~4tc(,4 4(-v ~(c /V • J