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The Town will purchase a 25,000 sq. ft. parcel of the 584 North Main Street property for the purpose of adding parking at the conservation area known as Powers Farm. The parking will be re-enforce turf, not paved. The project also includes a small amount of landscaping to provide privacy for the residents of the property.

The Rent property will serve as the main and much needed access point to Powers Farm and the Norroway Pond. The property is also rich with agricultural land that could be used in the future for community agricultural activities. The property will be the location of a new community recreational area that all residents can enjoy. This property, with the Powers Farm and Norroway Pond will provide an opportunity to see wildlife, observe farm animals, fly a kite and play on a playground all in one location. Whereas the request will provide needed access to Powers Farm and Norroway Pond. A kiosk will be placed to educate the public about the value of open space and the rules to use the open space; information about the history of the land will also be on the kiosk. The property will include a gravel parking area for residents to park their bikes and cars and to use the property. The property has rich soil that could be used for community gardens in the future. What a great way to support additional and needed recreational and physical health opportunities for families and young people in Randolph.

The Town will significantly enhance the amount of open green space on Memorial Parkway. Currently the stretch of roadway is all asphalt in a high-travelled location known for accidents. The general goal is to continue to improve the quality of life in Town through aesthetic enhancements while improving safety. Concurrently, the project allows for significant pedestrian safety improvements, right in front of the High School. The Town has acquired $2.4 million to make other improvements throughout the square in the form of successive PWED grants, this request augments our efforts to improve downtown Randolph. The design plan includes grass, trees, bushes and flowers. This project will transform the Memorial Parkway area and hopefully bring a greater appreciation for what open space can bring to the design elements to roadway projects. Concurrently, the open space enhances pedestrian safety in front of the high school, affords opportunity for sustainable use (solar lamps, etc.) and educational offerings at the high school level (native plant species, water conservation, composting, sustainable urban gardening, etc.).

This remediation of Norroway Pond will continue hydro-raking; remove invasive vegetation from the Park's Atlantic White Cedar Swamp, as well as, evaluation and implementation of treatment & aeration of the water.

The Historical Commission, working with a sign maker will create a new sign to replace a 40 year old, existing sign behind Stetson Hall that indicates historical places and dates; that is in dire need of repair. The sign will be similar to other existing Town signs.

The Open Space & Recreation Plan (OSRP) is filed with the State and allows the Town of Randolph to be eligible for OSRP-required grant proposals. This project will finish the OSRP that was started in 2017. The OSRP is supposed to be one outcome of the Master Plan, focusing on the "Open Space and Recreation" recommendations of the Master Plan. The Master Plan was completed in 2017, but there was no Master Plan Implementation Committee until 2022, and the OSRP component remains incomplete.

This project will include the tear down of the existing North Randolph Fire Station at 920 North Main Street, dumpsters for the removal of materials, cleaning and creation of a park at the .28 acre parcel of land at 920 North Main Street, after the completion of the new Fire Station. The plot will then serve as a wonderful open space, green park.

Pickleball is one of the fastest growing sports in Randolph, going from 3 players to 50 players in 2 years. Currently players use the basketball courts inside the Intergenerational Community Center and the outside courts at Belcher Park when the weather is nice and the Recreation Program is not already using them. This project creates 3 permanent, outdoor courts adjacent to the Community Center, to be used just for Pickleball. Players will bring their own equipment, and the nets would remain up.

The Powers Farm proposed land purchase is an active farm that abuts Norroway Pond (town property) to the west which is an 8.21 acre site. The Powers Farm would provide a vital connection and link between the town’s pond and the proposed community park off of North Main Street. Powers Farm is a combination of fields, forest and wetland. The property has natural and scenic qualities and its highest value is the view looking east to west where wonderful sunsets can be seen with unspoiled views of the woodland that abuts the town pond. The Powers land purchase would expand the amount of contiguous open space already protected. The town pond sits on an 8.21 acre site which is linked to 24 acres across Grove Street to the south. After all the properties are assembled the town will have 41 acres of contiguous protected open space. The Powers Farm land purchase in conjunction with the 2.7 acre site adjacent to Powers Farm is an exciting land protection opportunity that when all said and done could protect 71 contiguous acres of open space.

Powers Farm is a unique farm because the property is used for hay, raising farm animals (goats and cows) that use the fields to graze. Mr. Powers sell’s goats, beef and eggs, he will retain the farmhouse, barns and some fields in order to continue his farming operation. A portion of the fields will be fenced into corrals to prevent people from disturbing the animals while they are grazing but at the same time allow people to observe the farm animals.

This project meets all six goals of the Open Space & Recreation Plan. Specifically, it will protect existing open space lands and acquire new lands that safeguard Randolph’s natural resources and provide active and passive recreational opportunities. It will also expand the amount of contiguous open space. The project will provide necessary links between the town pond and a town park and provide public access to conservation and recreational facilities for all citizens.

This phase of the project will incorporate the recommendations outlined in the conceptual master plan including: Provide additional points of access to the property; Install permanent restroom facilities; Develop and install trail signage; Improve trail surfacing and provide additional trails; Provide improved access to Norroway Pond; Repair and reuse existing cottages/sheds at Norroway Pond; and Develop agricultural uses that support community needs. Additionally, it will address recommendations for immediate repairs and property management to ensure protection of the existing ecosystems while allowing for public use and enjoyment including: general vegetation control; pond vegetation and shore management; dam repairs; vegetated screening. The Town is applying for grant assistance through the Mass. Cultural Council to repair and repurpose the two cottages and surrounding area

In 2009, the CPC and the Town funded the purchase of the Powers Farm for conservation and passive recreational purposes only and for the undisturbed enjoyment of open space by all residents. The property is a combination of fields, forest and wetland that have natural and scenic qualities. The purchase provides a vital connection and link between the Town’s pond and the proposed community park off of North Main Street. The Town Manager and Town Planner created a plan for Powers Farm, using information from the UMASS study. The Phase One funding will begin the creation of a community park area. The first phase will consist of creating parking, restroom facilities, picnic pavilions, barbecue areas, walking trail and benches around the pond, a small swing set area and open lawn areas for toss, frisbee, kite flying and soccer. The preserved land will be a great open space for the residents to get together and enjoy outdoor activities. Whereas this request would start the process to make this land accessible and useable for residents creating a positive impact on present and future generations of our Town by creating walking trails, a community garden, picnic pavilions, and other endless potential uses, we are excited to endorse this project funding. Also, the picnic pavilions and barbecue area will be available for rent by permit and these revenues will be used to support the upkeep and future development. This will be an ongoing project for the CPC and the Town. It will be enjoyed for generations to come.

The Friends of the Randolph Dog Park are seeking to enhance the foliage and create a natural buffer between the Dog Park and the neighbors on Ledge Hill Road. The funding will purchase 20 full-grown, White Pines that will be planted and maintained by the Friends of the Dog Park.

The CPA funded the creation of the Randolph Dog Park back in 2011 and supported improvements/maintenance over the years. The dog park is in need of some fencing repairs and replacements around the perimeter and within the park itself. Mulch and stone will be added throughout the park to replace that which has worn away over time.

With the current climate and effects from the COVID-19 Global Pandemic hitting the residents of Randolph particularly hard, the Town partnered with the United Way, South Shore Stars, and NeighborWorks Housing Solutions to create the Randolph Resiliency Fund. This fund has been very helpful in assisting residents with their rent, utility payments and even food. Unfortunately, the number of those affected by the pandemic continues to grow and the need of assistance is in great demand. Due to constraints by the Community Preservation Act, all funding received will be earmarked for rental assistance only.

The Town lost tennis courts that were converted to basketball courts and the existing courts located at the Middle School and the Young School have fallen in disrepair. This project will level out all surfaces, repair cracks and fill with an acrylic sealant at both locations. Courts will then be repainted, relined and poles holding the net will be repaired.

As part of the Conservation Commission’s efforts to preserve and protect the Town’s natural resources and open space, this project will solve the current flooding of this section of the Reservoir Walk. The DPW will be utilized to assist the Conservation Commission in the installation of new culvert drain pipes and rip rap along with improved grading to eliminate soil erosion and sediment deposits.

The Town has had a demand for bocce and shuffleboard courts and other low-impact activities for residents of all ages. The location for the outdoor activities is on Pleasant Street near the Ice Rink, the Gazebo, Imagination Station, youth baseball and softball fields at the Randolph Intergenerational Community Center. A shuffleboard and two bocce courts along with four outdoor chess/gaming tables would provide social and recreational activities for users of all ages and abilities.

This project supports the Town's participation in a Shared Housing Services Organization (SHSO) to track, administer, support, and promote affordable housing. The Shared Housing Services Organization (SHSO) is a collaboration with seven other communities to augment existing staff capacity by providing the expertise and staffing needed to manage and monitor the affordable housing track on a continual basis. The SHSO would provide Monitoring Services to ensure and enforce compliance of existing affordable housing restrictions with the goal of preserving the affordable units, provide local support value-added responsibilities focusing on assisting specific projects and locally sponsored unit creation development and administration, and regional services which will provide training, workshops and referrals of resources to existing owners and renters by connecting them to programs and services available regionally.

The Hebrew Senior Life Organization would like to expand their Simon Fireman Community here in Randolph. This project provides for a 45-unit wing addition that will provide long-term, deed-restricted, service enriched, affordable housing to income eligible senior residents; many from Randolph. This funding is only a portion of the funds needed to build the unit (total cost is $18,885,703) with the majority of funding coming from grants and loans from the federal and state government. A deed restriction will be put into place.

To preserve and restore one of the Town’s oldest historic buildings, allowing it to be utilized for a variety of community and cultural purposes.

Installation of historically appropriate copper gutters, brackets and downspouts to the main building, porch and addition at Stetson Hall. This funding will be used to apply for a matching grant from the State to reimburse the Town for up to 50% of the appropriation.

The parking lot area at Stetson Hall is in dire need of repair. The building holds many functions attended by residents and needs to be repaired to ensure the safety of the public. The project has been reviewed by the DPW Superintendent and he recommended removal of the existing pavement, some leveling, repaving and lining and striping. The parking lot and handicap access have become safety concerns; the DPW Superintendent will be overseeing this project along with the Stetson Trustees and the CPC Committee.

To preserve and restore one of the Town’s oldest historic buildings, allowing it to be utilized for a variety of community and cultural purposes.

To update renovation plans to meet current building codes.