CPA Projects Database

To construct handicapped accessibility structures for public access to the historic Adams Family crypts located beneath the now United First Parish Church.

For continued restoration of the United Methodist Church

For continuation of restoration of the Union Methodist Church

Additional funds for preservation of the Historic Methodist Church Building.

Repairmore of the church's stained glass windows

For the restoration and preservation of stained glass windows and frames at the historic United Methodist Church at Graniteville and any other related costs.

To fund historic preservation activities at the Unity Church

“Universal Access Trails Feasibility Survey”. To see if the Town will vote, pursuant to G.L. c.44B, to appropriate from the Community Preservation Fund Community Preservation Open Space/Recreational Land Reserve Account the amount of $30,000.00 (Thirty Thousand Dollars) to fund a study for the identification of the optimum location for, and the design and development of, a Universal Access Trail to be created on existing Conservation and Active Recreational Town Lands, including the costs incidental and related to the engineering, legal, permitting, and development of the ultimate location; the study shall include, but is not be limited to, preparation of an analysis of the potential physical, environmental, and property ownership constraints, as well as the opportunities and advantages affecting different sites for the development of trails, and will be developed in relation to the existing 2019 Open Space Linkage Analysis report (OSLA) and Trail grading, materials, and amenities, and designed to accommodate universal access, including access for wheelchairs and those who are visually impaired; said trail will be developed for the broader goal of establishing a community open space network and an economic development plan to attract visitors to the area by highlighting Georgetown’s natural splendor as well as to enhance the quality of life for Georgetown residents and visitors; and further, to authorize the Board of Selectmen, Parks and Recreation Commission, and Conservation Commission, to enter into all agreements and execute any and all instruments for any grants to defer the costs associated with this study; any funds from this appropriation remaining unspent after a period of 3 (Three) years from the date of the approval of this article will be returned to the Community Preservation fund only after a vote by the Community Preservation Committee determining that it is unlikely the remaining appropriated funds will need to be spent to this effect; or take any ot

Built in 1805-06 the Meetinghouse is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is the oldest standing church in Gloucester. It is an often-cited example of a design popularized by an early American architect, Asher Benjamin. the 155-foot lantern tower lighted at night is an iconic symbol of the City and has guided mariners in to Gloucester Harbor for more than 200 years. The Meetinghouse hosts dozens of public events each year including theatrical and musical performances, lectures, benefit events and group meetings. The Sanctuary and other areas where these events are held are now inaccessible to persons unable to navigate stairs. CPA funding will help make this historically important building accessible to persons with disabilities, through the installatin of a platform lift elevator to serve both a downstairs Vestry and the 300 seat main Sanctuary above. Lavatories for use by persons with physical disabilities will also be constructed.

Contract with an engineering firm and/or land use consultant to review the conservation land on University Avenue in order to: (1) report on the feasibility of constructing a trail through the property; (2) identify site features and potential issues; (3) flag wetland resource areas as necessary; (4) evaluate potential connections to abutting or nearby properties: (5) consider infrastructure needs such as access and parking; and (6) provide an initial trail design and layout for a recreational walking trail through the property.

Phase II Scanning of Heritage Resources

Search for unknown owner land parcels for open space

Funding for consultant to update Easton's affordable housing production plan

Bring playgrounds to Mass handicap regs

update the Marion open space acquisition criteria

5 year update of Open Space and Recreation Plan

Update Open Space and Recreational Plan

Update Tyngsborough Housing Plan

Allocate $60,000 for an update of the Norfolk Open Space and Recreation Plan

To Update 30 Year Old Historic District map & build inventory of Carlisle's Historic District, along with digital photographic file & an illustrative rendering of the Historic Town Center.

Updating the information to the Town of Southwick's Master Plan in concerns to the housing section.

To upgrade the surface of the existing B2B Trail from dirt to stone dust in the area between Pye Brook Lane and the Boxford/Topsfield Town line.

Upgrades made to the paint and exterior door area, to bring back up to historical standards.

Final gap funding to complete the restoration of the 1912 Comfort Station building in Uphams Corner a 1900-square-foot, severely distressed building that has been vacant for nearly 40 years. Built by Dorchester architect William Besarick, it served as public bathrooms for commuters traveling on an expanding streetcar network.