CPA Projects Database

The front façade of Masonic Hall is very deteriorated and out of compliance with current ADA code therefore it must be updated to be included in the design plans. Without this update access to the second may be difficult to accomplish because the front of the building won’t be able to support such a structure.

The upgrades would consist of all new teepads constructed of pressure treated lumber, stone dust and concrete paver blocks to provide a safe stable permanent pad that will require much less maintenance in the future. We will also be installing benches at each teepad for those waiting. Upgrades to the basket areas will include landscape wall bricks and rocks around the base of the baskets. We would also like to purchase maintance tools to keep at the course for volunteer use.

Project for the Select Board to engage a firm to undertake a reuse feasibility study for the Russell School.

Funds approved for the Hadley Historical Commission's project for four signs with historical information and images, an update to the West Street Walking Tour, and a new audio driving tour.

continued critical exterior repairs to the historic Smith Charities Building at 51 Main Street

a preservation assessment of Historic Northampton's significant clothing and accessories, textiles, and furniture collections to ensure their long-term preservation and public accessibility

The restoration of the exterior of the Grange Hall/Center School No. 1, located at 26 School Street, listed on the Massachusetts Register of Historic Places, to include a new roof, siding and trim repairs, handicap accessible ramp repairs, exterior painting, and general landscape improvements in an effort to stabilize the exterior of the building.

Appropriate up to $175,000 to enable the Fire Association to complete the restoration of the original 1947 town Mack fire truck

Obtain an assessment of the entire Middle Cemetery to determine where the most urgent areas for restoration. Ancestors of Lancaster's founding families are buried here as well as no less the 37 Revolutionary soldiers and 14 Civil War soldiers.

Replacement of the fencing surrounding the baseball fields. The current chain-link fence has holes and creates safety concerns. The replacement fence will be rubber/vinyl coated, that is more suited to an athletic and the users.

Phase II continues the work to improve walking trails at the Oak Grove Farm recreational/conservation property owned by the Town of Millis and overseen by the Oak Grove Farm Commission. Phase II provides additional funding for improvements to trails crossing or near wetlands as required by the Department of Environmental Protection and the town Conservation Commission.

Sleeper Property CR (ATM Article 18)

Appropriate $69,965 from the Community Preservation Open Space/Recreation Reserve and $29,035 from the Community Preservation General Fund, total of $99,000, to be used by the Town of Hull to undertake the design and construction of new playground facility at the Hampton Circle Playground located on Moreland Ave at Map 36/Lot 48

Appropriate $30,000 from the Community Preservation General Fund to be used for an Open Space/Recreation project to be used by the Town of Hull to undertake the design and construction of a 30’ x 30’ “sails’ shade structure at L Street Field located at N Street and Nantasket Avenue Map 15 Lot 141 and Map 15 Lot 14

Appropriate $69,965 from the Historic Resource Reserve and $430,035 from the Community Preservation General Reserve, total of $500,00, and bond $1,000,000 to be used by the Town of Hull for the Village Fire Station Historic Preservation and Rehabilitation construction located at 129 Spring Street Map 06/Lot 062

There are two town playgrounds in Westport, The Annex Playground, built in 1994 and the Bicentennial Playground, built in 1999. Both aging playgrounds are in urgent need of help. They are outdated and not in compliance with current standards, such as accessibility and safety code standards. Most play structures can last between 8-10 years before they need to be replaced. The Annex Playground is 28 years old and the Bicentennial Playground is 23 years old. The Annex Playground has various issues that include, splintered or cracked wood planks and deck boards, rotting wood posts on the swing sets, railroad ties sticking out of the ground, crack and/or worn plastic chains on the tire swing, log hole plugs missing, as well as missing hardware and corrosion. The Bicentennial Playground has various issues that include, rotted stairs within the playground structure, rusted metal, missing swings, broken mats under the swings, rusted or missing bolts and no handicapped parking. The Recreation Department is asking for $350,000 from the CPA. If approved, the Recreation Department plans a total replacement of the Annex Playground. They would demolish and remove the old playground, prepare the land for a new playground and install a new up to date playground. They would also upgrade the Bicentennial Playground by removing and/or replacing parts of the playground that need replacing or repair. If possible, with the assistance of other funding sources, demolish and replace with a new updated playground.

This project will permanently protect 29 acres of forest along Snell Creek at 559 Main Road. The property will be open to public access.

The project proposal is vital to the preservation of the north el and associated north outbuildings of the Historic Westport Town Farm located at 830 Drift Road. While the main house, barn several outbuildings and 40 acres are maintained by the Trustees of Reservations, the North el and several adjacent outbuilding are the responsibility of the Town and administered by the Westport Historical Commission. The funds requested are for critical repairs and will help guarantee the continued preservation of these important structures. The CPA funds, if approved, will help restore and/or replace the east and west eave soffit, fascia and gutters. Stabilize screen/storm door by removing deteriorated paint and making door water tight. Re-shingle outhouse sidewalls and roof, replacing trim, re-paint carriage shed and tin roof and replace existing gas hot water heater.

The Woodlawn Cemetery Chapel and its surrounding 16 acres of land were gifted to the Town in 1936. Over the years, the Chapel has accommodated many memorial services and has been the site of numerous weddings. Due to accessibility concerns, the Chapel has remained closed to the public since 2016. The funds will fund a final design for the construction of an accessible entrance.

The funds will help pay for the project’s sustainability efforts, including solar panel installation and electric vehicle charging stations. The development at 362-364 Main Street consists of 41 units of elder/disabled affordable rental housing at 362-364 Main Street. The entire development cost will be approximately $24,000,000 and the Community Preservation funds will leverage millions in state and private financing. The wait list for affordable senior housing in Acton continues to grow. The Acton Housing Authority currently has 99 local senior households on its waiting list. The project has been previously supported through Community Preservation Funds in 2020 and 2021 in the amount of $1,000,000.

Jenks Conservation Land, acquired by the Town in 1973, has a deteriorating concrete culvert that is undersized in its capacity and poses a serious safety risk to pedestrians during dangerous flood conditions. Upgrading the culvert is critical to maintain climate resiliency of the area. Funds will be used for Phase 1, which consists of engineering services that will develop three viable options for the Town’s consideration to be used in Phase II: Permitting and Construction Documents and Phase III: Construction. Phase 1 funding is critical to assess the culvert and determine the best path moving forward.

The Isaac Davis Monument commemorates the sacrifices of the Acton Minutemen at the Battle of the North Bridge in Concord on April 19, 1775. Acton residents will be celebrating the 250th Anniversary of the Revolutionary War in 2025. CPA funds will be used to rehabilitate this historic monument in time for the anniversary. Funding includes repointing and repairs to the Isaac Davis Monument, professional cleaning and waterproofing to graves, plaques, and other objects on the Town Common, restoration of the 13 granite markers along the Isaac Davis Trail, and restoration of the Isaac Davis plow.

18 Windsor Ave is on the Massachusetts State Register of Historic Places and located within the West Acton Historic District. The existing fire escape causes rain water to splash onto the south side of the building, generating decay of the exterior siding. The funds will be used to repair the exterior siding, and repaint and install gutters to prevent moisture damage to the exterior siding.

$1,030,000 will be appropriated from the Open Space Set-Aside Fund to fund the purchase of a Conservation Restriction and long-term monitoring of the 56.85-acre property at 549 Main Street associated with the purchase of the property by the Acton Water District.