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Summary Form 2.2 26-Mack Park Size: General Description: Facility Type and Grades: Grading Legend 2.00 1 = Inadequate 1.63 2 = Poor 3.00 3 = Good 2.21 4 = Excellent Site Inventory: X X x X x X X x x X General Site Conditions: N/A Marginal Good Excellent x X X RECOMMENDATIONS: Replace guard rails and bollards at top of slopes Renovate or remove abandon structures Very steep site - difficult to accomdate accessibility Handrails and stairs do not meet current codes Community garden access is remote and difficult Develop walking path/trail network Walls at entry and perimeter require repair and renovation Formalize parking and drives (striping, signage, Lighting) Address: Dog Park (On-Leash) Baseball / Softball Field Pool Dog Valet Restrooms / Porta Potty Playground Community Garden Spray Park Bike Parking Monument Basketball Court Building/Structure Site is located at one of the highest elevations in the City of Salem. Site is shared with the Parks and Recreation department which controls several buildings and equipment storage on site. Softball field is at high point with steep slopes in all directions Open Space Overall Grade: Playground Dog Park (Off-Leash) General Site Conditions Hard Courts Skate Park Average Score Rectangular Field 30 Grove Street 25.80 acres Date of Evaluation 2.0 Tennis Courts Lighting Designated Parking Safety and Security (site lighting, fencing, play surfacing/structures, etc.) Appearance (Welcoming entrance, landscaping/natural surface, special element, e.g. spray park, social gathering space, etc.) General Accessibility (condition of walkways, legibility of signage, clarity of rules, trip hazards, bike corrals) Average Score = Inadequate x Table and Chairs 1/21/2015 ADA Compliance (walkways, ramps at appropriate grades, ADA Parking, gates restrooms and equipment accessible) Equipment & Serviceability (furnishings, play structures, water fountain, buildings, restrooms, furnishings, trash and recycling bins, sports equipment, site drainage, athletic lighting. X Score ---PAGE BREAK--- Athletic Field Evaluation Form 3.4 26-Mack Park 1st & 3rd Base L Field R Field C Field Backstop 60' 190' 190' 190' Yes N/A Inadequate Poor Good Excellent X X X X X x x X X x x X X Older lighting system Older score board Bleachers require maintenance/repair No pedestrian/spectator lighting Field Grade: Comments Recommendations Site Lighting Spectator Seating (condition, size, accessibility, etc.) Drainage Geometry Stand of Turf Average Score = 3.4 Athletic Lighting (reported adequacy, lack of spill / glare, general condition, etc.) Infield Condition (Infield material, base paths, etc.) Baseball/Softball Dimensions: 1/21/2015 Softball - lighted with amenities 1 High School Girls and Youth Softball Leagues Date of Evaluation Type of Field: Number of Fields: Typical age of users: Safety (Run-outs, lack of obstructions, etc.). Support Equipment (bases, dugouts, batting cages, players benches, etc.) Planarity (playing surface - lack of dips, heaves, holes, etc.) Striping (Completeness, visibility, condition) Fencing (Perimeter fencing, backstops, outfield fencing, etc.) Irrigation (condition, coverage, reported adequacy) ---PAGE BREAK--- Hard Court Evaluation Form 1.6 26-Mack Park N/A Inadequate Poor Good Excellent X X X X x X X X X X X 1.6 Number of Courts: 1 Playing Dimensions Geometry Condition of Structure and Surfacing (cracks, delamination, etc.) Planarity (playing surface - lack of dips, heaves, holes, correct slopes, etc.) Striping (Completeness, visibility, condition) Fencing (Perimeter fencing, backstops, outfield fencing, etc.) Court Hardware Safety (Run-outs, lack of obstructions, etc.). Support Equipment (bases, batting cages, goals, players benches, etc.) Average Score = Athletic Lighting (reported adequacy, lack of spill / glare, general condition, etc.) Site Lighting Spectator Seating (condition, size, accessibility, etc.) Court Grade: Date of Evaluation 1/21/2015 Type of Court: Basketball Typical age of users 12 & up Type of Structure Type of Surfacing N/A Asphalt court with faded coloring Length: Width: 78' 42' disappearing down adjacent slope Comments Recommendations Requires extensive renovation Renovate Court Fence at top of slope inadequate to keep balls from Repair backstops ---PAGE BREAK--- Playground Evaluation Form 3.0 26-Mack Park N/A Inadequate Poor Good Excellent X X X x X 3.0 Difficult due to adjacent slopes Older benches Maintain surfacing Average Score = Comments Recommendations No accesible path or access Minor renovations required Equipment Serviceability (play structures, spray parks, seating, etc.) Safety and Security (see attached check list) Appearance (Welcoming entrance, landscaping/natural surface, special element, e.g. spray park, social gathering space, etc) General Accessibility (condition of walkways, legibility of signage, clarity of rules, trip hazards, bike corrals) ADA Compliance (walkways, ramps at appropriate grades, ADA parking, gates, restrooms, and equipment accessible) Depth of Surfacing: inadequate Playground Grade: Date of Evaluation 1/21/2015 Intended Age Group of Users: 6-12 Type of Surfacing: Wood Chips ---PAGE BREAK--- P X 1 c) P P P P P P P P P P P P P x P d) P P P P 2 P a) P P e) P P P P P P P P P P x b) P P P P 36 P 46 0.783 36.0 Equipment is Stable/secure Free of head entrapment Free of loose handholds/rails Free of excessive slopes / slip hazards Free of electrical equipment nearby Free of sharp objects / broken glass, etc. Adequate Shade / Sun protection Free of exposed footings Smooth surfaces Free of metal rust/wood rot Spray Parks / Water Features Adequate non-slip surfaces Good play area visibility Free of loose screw/bolts Adequate perimeter fencing Free of broken parts Adequate Lighting Free of entanglement hazards Legend: Playground Safety Evaluation Form 26-Mack Park Slides Free of broken glass/litter Free of loose steps or rails Good drainage / free of ponding Adequately smooth surfaces General Equipment continued… Free of trip hazards (holes, rocks) Free of loose nuts/bolts Good visibility for supervision Free of loose step/ring/rung Free of standing water of 2” or greater Hardware in good condition Adequate surfacing below Capped ends / Free of sharp ends Swings Free of pinch, crush, or shearing points S-hooks are closed Free of equipment greater than 7ft high Adequate chains/seats/hangers Equipment Free of broken parts Composite Play Structures Equipment is stable Free of missing/broken parts Free of mold / signs of bacteria Free of protrusions Adequate lubrication Smooth surfaces Free of worn/frayed cables Adequate surfacing Climbing Apparatus Grading = Passing Condition = Inadequate Condition = Feature not present (blank box) % Score (Passing / Total) shown as decimal Score out of 4 Score X 4) Adequate handhold size # Of Passing Items Adequate Surfacing # of Total Items Free of loose nuts/bolts Anchors and footings are secure ---PAGE BREAK--- Mack Park Page 1 of 2 Softball Field Basketball Court Softball bleachers Open Space Concrete bollards ---PAGE BREAK--- Mack Park Page 2 of 2 Parking Area Historic Monument Southern access stairs to neighborhood North slope and open space Former Estate building All pictures January and August, 2015 ---PAGE BREAK--- Gale Associates, Inc . Engineers Planners 163 LIBBEY PARKWAY I WEYMOUTH, MA 02189 P [PHONE REDACTED] F [PHONE REDACTED] www.gainc.com Boston Baltimore Orlando San Francisco MANSELL PLAYGROUND USE: SCHOOL ZONE: RESIDENTIAL CONSERVATION (RC) AREA: 1.20 ACRES FACILITIES: BASKETBALL COURT OPEN SPACE BIKE PARKING DOG PARK: ON-LEASH PLAYGROUND PARKING - ON STREET WETLANDS: NO NAT. HERITAGE AREA: NO FLOOD ZONE: NO MANSELL PLWY LANGDON ST PROCTOR ST GALLOWS HILL PARK ATHLETIC FACILITIES: BASKETBALL COURT ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- Summary Form 2.6 27-Mansell Park Size: General Description: Facility Type and Grades: Grading Legend 2.60 1 = Inadequate 2.63 2 = Poor 2.61 3 = Good 4 = Excellent Site Inventory: X X X x General Site Conditions: N/A Marginal Good Excellent X X X X Equipment & Serviceability (furnishings, play structures, water fountain, buildings, restrooms, furnishings, trash and recycling bins, sports equipment, site drainage, athletic lighting. ADA Compliance (walkways, ramps at appropriate grades, ADA Parking, gates restrooms and equipment accessible) General Accessibility (condition of walkways, legibility of signage, clarity of rules, trip hazards, bike corrals) Appearance (Welcoming entrance, landscaping/natural surface, special element, e.g. spray park, social gathering space, etc.) Average Score = Basketball needs minor renovations, no accessible route to amenities Open field area is unevenly graded and is not suitable for athletics use Mansell is generally considered part of Gallows Hill Park. RECOMMENDATIONS: 2.6 Table and Chairs 1/21/2015 Date of Evaluation X Score Tennis Courts Lighting Designated Parking abandoned water fountain Inadequate Safety and Security (site lighting, fencing, play surfacing/structures, etc.) Overall Grade: Basketball Court Dog Park (Off-Leash) General Site Conditions Skate Park Average Score Rectangular Field 50 Proctor Street 1.20 Acres Address: Dog Park (On-Leash) Baseball / Softball Field Pool Dog Valet Restrooms / Porta Potty Playground Community Garden Spray Park Bike Parking Monument Basketball Court Building/Structure A PARK WITH BASKETBALL COURT AND OPEN GRASS FIELD CONTIGUOUS WITH LOWER GALLOWS HILL PARK Open Space ---PAGE BREAK--- Hard Court Evaluation Form 2.6 27 - Mansell Park N/A Inadequate Poor Good Excellent X X X X X X X X X X X 2.6 Number of Courts: 1 Court Grade: Date of Evaluation 1/21/2015 Type of Court: Basketball Court Typical age of users All Ages Type of Structure N/A Type of Surfacing Acrylic color coat on asphalt base Striping (Completeness, visibility, condition) Playing Dimensions Length: Width: Geometry Condition of Structure and Surfacing (cracks, delamination, etc.) Planarity (playing surface - lack of dips, heaves, holes, correct slopes, etc.) Repair and resurface asphalt Fencing (Perimeter fencing, backstops, outfield fencing, etc.) Court Hardware Safety (Run-outs, lack of obstructions, etc.). Support Equipment (bases, batting cages, goals, players benches, etc.) Athletic Lighting (reported adequacy, lack of spill / glare, general condition, etc.) Site Lighting Spectator Seating (condition, size, accessibility, etc.) Average Score = Comments Recommendations Water fountain not functional Maintain backstops Relocate/bury exposed utility manholes Maintain bollards at Mansell Dr. ---PAGE BREAK--- Mansell Park Page 1 of 1 Play structure (Lower Gallows Hill Park) Basketball court and field (Mansell Park) Field and bollards at Mansell Dr. Abandoned Water fountain All pictures August, 2015 ---PAGE BREAK--- Gale Associates, Inc . Engineers Planners 163 LIBBEY PARKWAY I WEYMOUTH, MA 02189 P [PHONE REDACTED] F [PHONE REDACTED] www.gainc.com Boston Baltimore Orlando San Francisco MARY JANE LEE PARK USE: NEIGHBORHOOD PARK ZONE: RESIDENTIAL MULTI-FAMILY (R3) AREA: 0.732 ACRES FACILITIES: BASKETBALL COURT SPRAY PARK TABLES BENCHES TENNIS COURT DOG PARK: ON-LEASH PLAYGROUND PARKING - ON STREET PARK UNDER CONSTRUCTION WETLANDS: NO NAT. HERITAGE AREA: NO FLOOD ZONE: NO PALMER ST PRINCE ST PARK ST ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- Summary Form 2.7 28-MARY JANE LEE PARK Size: General Description: Facility Type and Grades: Grading Legend 2.40 1 = Inadequate 3.00 2 = Poor 2.80 3 = Good 2.73 4 = Excellent Site Inventory: X X X X X x X General Site Conditions: N/A Marginal Good Excellent X X X x Lighting Designated Parking Benches Average Score = Inadequate x Appearance (Welcoming entrance, landscaping/natural surface, special element, e.g. spray park, social gathering space, etc.) General Accessibility (condition of walkways, legibility of signage, clarity of rules, trip hazards, bike corrals) ADA Compliance (walkways, ramps at appropriate grades, ADA Parking, gates restrooms and equipment accessible) Equipment & Serviceability (furnishings, play structures, water fountain, buildings, restrooms, furnishings, trash and recycling bins, sports equipment, site drainage, athletic lighting. Table and Chairs 4/23/2015 RECOMMENDATIONS: PARK UNDER CONSTRUCTION WITH NEW SPRAY PARK, BENCHES FENCING; Date of Evaluation NEWER PLAYSTRUCTURE, BASKETBALL COURT SURROUNDING AREA HAS LOTS OF LITTER "PARK & RECREATION RULES" SIGN VANDALIZED Score 2.4 Tennis Courts Safety and Security (site lighting, fencing, play surfacing/structures, etc.) Overall Grade: Dog Park (Off-Leash) General Site Conditions Skate Park Average Score Rectangular Field 41 PALMER STREET 0.732 Acres Hard Courts Playground Address: Dog Park (On-Leash) Baseball / Softball Field Pool Dog Valet Restrooms / Porta Potty Playground Community Garden Spray Park Bike Parking Monument Basketball Court Building/Structure NEIGHBORHOOD PARK UNDER CONSTRUCTION WITH NEW SPRAY PARK, EXISTING PLAYGROUND, BASKETBALL COURT Open Space ---PAGE BREAK--- Hard Court Evaluation Form 3.0 28-MARY JANE LEE PARK N/A Inadequate Poor Good Excellent x x x x x x x x x x x 3.0 Basketball Standards need maintenance/paint Comments Typical age of users Type of Structure Type of Surfacing Asphalt with colored surface Length: Width: Court Grade: Date of Evaluation 4/23/2015 Type of Court: Number of Courts: half court basketball Playing Dimensions Geometry Condition of Structure and Surfacing (cracks, delamination, etc.) Planarity (playing surface - lack of dips, heaves, holes, correct slopes, etc.) Striping (Completeness, visibility, condition) Fencing (Perimeter fencing, backstops, outfield fencing, etc.) Court Hardware Safety (Run-outs, lack of obstructions, etc.). Support Equipment (bases, batting cages, goals, players benches, etc.) Average Score = Athletic Lighting (reported adequacy, lack of spill / glare, general condition, etc.) Site Lighting Spectator Seating (condition, size, accessibility, etc.) Recommendations half court basketball Other paved play area converted to parking ---PAGE BREAK--- Playground Evaluation Form 2.8 28-MARY JANE LEE PARK N/A Inadequate Poor Good Excellent x x x x x 2.8 Depth of Surfacing: Inadequate Playground Grade: Date of Evaluation 4/23/2015 Intended Age Group of Users: Type of Surfacing: Sand Equipment Serviceability (play structures, spray parks, seating, etc.) Safety and Security (see attached check list) Appearance (Welcoming entrance, landscaping/natural surface, special element, e.g. spray park, social gathering space, etc) General Accessibility (condition of walkways, legibility of signage, clarity of rules, trip hazards, bike corrals) ADA Compliance (walkways, ramps at appropriate grades, ADA parking, gates, restrooms, and equipment accessible) Average Score = Comments Recommendations Play equipment in generally good condition Maintain & remove grafitti Spray park not evaluated - under construction Sand Play surface is not adequate for safety Trim trees for lighting and security ---PAGE BREAK--- P X 1 p c) p p p p p p p p x p p p p x p d) p p x p 2 x a) p p e) p p p p p p p p p p x b) 28 46 0.609 28.0 = Passing Condition = Inadequate Condition = Feature not present (blank box) % Score (Passing / Total) shown as decimal Score out of 4 Score X 4) Adequate handhold size # Of Passing Items Adequate Surfacing # of Total Items Free of loose nuts/bolts Anchors and footings are secure Smooth surfaces Free of worn/frayed cables Adequate surfacing Climbing Apparatus Grading Free of missing/broken parts Free of mold / signs of bacteria Free of protrusions Adequate lubrication Free of loose nuts/bolts Good visibility for supervision Free of loose step/ring/rung Free of standing water of 2” or greater Hardware in good condition Adequate surfacing below Capped ends / Free of sharp ends Swings Free of pinch, crush, or shearing points S-hooks are closed Free of equipment greater than 7ft high Adequate chains/seats/hangers Equipment Free of broken parts Composite Play Structures Equipment is stable Slides Free of broken glass/litter Free of loose steps or rails Good drainage / free of ponding Adequately smooth surfaces General Equipment continued… Free of trip hazards (holes, rocks) Legend: Playground Safety Evaluation Form 28-MARY JANE LEE PARK Good play area visibility Free of loose screw/bolts Adequate perimeter fencing Free of broken parts Adequate Lighting Free of entanglement hazards Adequate Shade / Sun protection Free of exposed footings Smooth surfaces Free of metal rust/wood rot Spray Parks / Water Features Adequate non-slip surfaces Equipment is Stable/secure Free of head entrapment Free of loose handholds/rails Free of excessive slopes / slip hazards Free of electrical equipment nearby Free of sharp objects / broken glass, etc. ---PAGE BREAK--- Mary Jane Lee Park Page 1 of 1 New construction Playground area beyond construction Swings Play structure New construction, play structure, court beyond New fencing along street construction fence) ---PAGE BREAK--- Gale Associates, Inc . Engineers Planners 163 LIBBEY PARKWAY I WEYMOUTH, MA 02189 P [PHONE REDACTED] F [PHONE REDACTED] www.gainc.com Boston Baltimore Orlando San Francisco McCABE PARK USE: MARINA ZONE: RESIDENTIAL CONSERVATION (RC) AREA: 4.90 ACRES FACILITIES: BUILDING / STRUCTURE OPEN SPACE BENCHES SITE LIGHTING MONUMENT DOG PARK: ON-LEASH PARKING 34 SPACES 35 BOAT SPACES WETLANDS: YES NAT. HERITAGE AREA: NO FLOOD ZONE: YES KERNWOOD AVE DANVERS RIVER ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- Summary Form 1.7 29-McCabe/Kernwood Park Size: General Description: Facility Type and Grades: Grading Legend 2.00 1 = Inadequate - 2 = Poor - 3 = Good - 4 = Excellent - 1.33 - 1.67 Site Inventory: X X X X X X X General Site Conditions: N/A Marginal Good Excellent X X X Address: Dog Park (On-Leash) Baseball / Softball Field Pool Dog Valet Restrooms / Porta Potty Playground Community Garden Spray Park Bike Parking Monument Basketball Court Building/Structure Boat launch with parking. Site hosts a utility substation and overhead electric lines. A path turns to pavement which leads to an open space area with grills and a picnice table Open Space Overall Grade: Playground Community Garden Open Space Dog Park (Off-Leash) General Site Conditions Hard Courts Baseball/Softball Field Multi-Purpose Rectangular Field Skate Park Average Score Rectangular Field 96 Kernwood Ave 4.9 Acres Table and Chairs 1/23/2015 Perimeter park areas have great potential and great views of harbor. COMMENTS Parking area will Need repaving in 5 years Date of Evaluation X X Very popular boat launch in good condition. Score 2.0 Tennis Courts Lighting Designated Parking Safety and Security (site lighting, fencing, play surfacing/structures, etc.) Average Score = Formalize porta-potty area and access, provide accessible version. Perimeter park areas have great potential and great views of harbor. Inadequate Appearance (Welcoming entrance, landscaping/natural surface, special element, e.g. spray park, social gathering space, etc.) General Accessibility (condition of walkways, legibility of signage, clarity of rules, trip hazards, bike corrals) ADA Compliance (walkways, ramps at appropriate grades, ADA Parking, gates restrooms and equipment accessible) Equipment & Serviceability (furnishings, play structures, water fountain, buildings, restrooms, furnishings, trash and recycling bins, sports equipment, site drainage, athletic lighting. ---PAGE BREAK--- Open Space Evaluation Form 1.3 29-McCabe/Kernwood Park N/A Inadequate Poor Good Excellent x x X x x x 1.3 Safety and Security (site lighting, clear visibility, fencing, etc.) Open Space Grade: Date of Evaluation 4/24/2015 Address 96 Kernwood Ave Total Size 4.9 acres General Description of Use Picnic and open space Maintenance (well-maintained, mowed, paths cleared, etc.) Appearance (Welcoming entrance, landscaping, special element, e.g. monument, gathering space, etc.) General Accessibility (condition of walkways, legibility of signage, clarity of hours/uses, trip hazards) ADA Compliance (walkways, ramps at appropriate grades, ADA parking, gates, seating areas accessible) Adequate Seating Areas (benches, landscaped seating, tables, etc.) Average Score = Comments Recommendations TRAIL NOT MAINTAINED, ERODED, PRIMITIVE REDEVELOP AND PROMOTE OPEN SPACE SECTION OF PARK BENCHES AND GRILLS NOT MAINTAINED CONSIDER DEVELOPING EDGE OF PARKING AREA AS USABLE TRAILS OVERGROWN/IMPASSABLE IN LOCATIONS Opens space as great location/potential Steep and inaccessible areas ---PAGE BREAK--- McCabe Park and Marina Page 1 of 2 Edge of Parking area Boat Launch Pier to Marina Entrance signs and gates Ticket / Guard Booth Memorial in open space ---PAGE BREAK--- McCabe Park and Marina Page 2 of 2 Gravel path from boat launch to open space Paved walk at open space Walk condition (typical) Open space field & grills Open space views of boat launch area Open Space views of harbor All Pictures January and August 2015 ---PAGE BREAK--- Gale Associates, Inc . Engineers Planners 163 LIBBEY PARKWAY I WEYMOUTH, MA 02189 P [PHONE REDACTED] F [PHONE REDACTED] www.gainc.com Boston Baltimore Orlando San Francisco McGLEW PARK USE: PARK ZONE: RESIDENTIAL CONSERVATION (RC) AREA: 2.4 ACRES FACILITIES: SOFTBALL FIELD BASKETBALL COURT OPEN SPACE TENNIS COURT USED AS STREET HOCKEY STREET LIGHTING MONUMENT DOG PARK: ON-LEASH PLAYGROUND PARKING - ON STREET WETLANDS: NO NAT. HERITAGE AREA: NO FLOOD ZONE: NO BALCOMB ST RIDGEWAY ST CRESSEY AVE NORTH ST ATHLETIC FACILITIES: BASKETBALL COURT TENNIS COURT 60' BASELINE SOFTBALL FIELD 200' RF 200' LF FENCED ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- Summary Form 1.7 30-McGlew Park Size: General Description: Facility Type and Grades: Grading Legend 1.40 1 = Inadequate - 2 = Poor 2.20 3 = Good 1.83 4 = Excellent 1.40 1.71 Site Inventory: X x X x x X General Site Conditions: N/A Marginal Good Excellent x X Lighting Designated Parking Average Score = Inadequate Table and Chairs 1/23/2015 Observations Off street parking and entry is poorly marked. Gate blocks less able. Date of Evaluation x X Park elements (play equip and tennis/street hockey) in very poor shape - appear abandoned water fountain abandoned, not functional fencing (perimeter and interior) in generally poor condition Score 1.4 Tennis Courts Safety and Security (site lighting, fencing, play surfacing/structures, etc.) Appearance (Welcoming entrance, landscaping/natural surface, special element, e.g. spray park, social gathering space, etc.) General Accessibility (condition of walkways, legibility of signage, clarity of rules, trip hazards, bike corrals) ADA Compliance (walkways, ramps at appropriate grades, ADA Parking, gates restrooms and equipment accessible) Equipment & Serviceability (furnishings, play structures, water fountain, buildings, restrooms, furnishings, trash and recycling bins, sports equipment, site drainage, athletic lighting. x Overall Grade: Playground Dog Park (Off-Leash) General Site Conditions Hard Courts Baseball/Softball Field Multi-Purpose Rectangular Field Skate Park Average Score Rectangular Field North Street 2.4 Acres Address: Dog Park (On-Leash) Baseball / Softball Field Pool Dog Valet Restrooms / Porta Potty Playground Community Garden Spray Park Bike Parking Monument Basketball Court Building/Structure Main entrance off of North Street, site is generally flat and host to various active recreational opportunities. Several dog walkers were present at time of visit. Former tennis courts now hosts street hockey court (appears abandoned) Open Space ---PAGE BREAK--- Athletic Field Evaluation Form 2.2 30-McGlew Park 1st & 3rd Base L Field R Field C Field Backstop 60' 162' 162' 172' Yes N/A Inadequate Poor Good Excellent x x x x x X X X x X X x X Safety (Run-outs, lack of obstructions, etc.). Support Equipment (bases, dugouts, batting cages, players benches, etc.) Planarity (playing surface - lack of dips, heaves, holes, etc.) Striping (Completeness, visibility, condition) Fencing (Perimeter fencing, backstops, outfield fencing, etc.) Irrigation (condition, coverage, reported adequacy) 1/23/2015 60' Softball Field 1 Youth Softball Leagues Date of Evaluation Type of Field: Number of Fields: Typical age of users: Field Grade: Comments Recommendations Site Lighting Spectator Seating (condition, size, accessibility, etc.) Drainage Geometry Stand of Turf Average Score = 2.2 Athletic Lighting (reported adequacy, lack of spill / glare, general condition, etc.) Infield Condition (Infield material, base paths, etc.) Baseball/Softball Dimensions: back stop in fair condition - rusting Players benches and fence in fair condition outfield fence in poor condition turf has many weeds, poor grass cover No spectator safety fencing Lawn and infield maintenance ---PAGE BREAK--- Hard Court Evaluation Form 1.8 30-McGlew Park N/A Inadequate Poor Good Excellent X x x X X X X X X x X 1.8 Comments Typical age of users 12 & up Type of Structure Type of Surfacing N/A Asphalt with color coating Length: Width: Court Grade: Date of Evaluation 1/23/2015 Type of Court: Street Hockey Number of Courts: 1 Playing Dimensions Geometry Condition of Structure and Surfacing (cracks, delamination, etc.) Planarity (playing surface - lack of dips, heaves, holes, correct slopes, etc.) Striping (Completeness, visibility, condition) Fencing (Perimeter fencing, backstops, outfield fencing, etc.) Court Hardware Safety (Run-outs, lack of obstructions, etc.). Support Equipment (bases, batting cages, goals, players benches, etc.) Average Score = Athletic Lighting (reported adequacy, lack of spill / glare, general condition, etc.) Site Lighting Spectator Seating (condition, size, accessibility, etc.) Recommendations Very poor condition consider abandonment Requires complete renovation Fence and pavement are beyond functional ---PAGE BREAK--- Hard Court Evaluation Form 2.8 30-McGlew Park N/A Inadequate Poor Good Excellent X X X X x X X X X x X 2.8 Color coating very faded Backstops need maintenance, paint Court pavement in good condition Consider renovation Fencing (Perimeter fencing, backstops, outfield fencing, etc.) Court Hardware Safety (Run-outs, lack of obstructions, etc.). Support Equipment (bases, batting cages, goals, players benches, etc.) Athletic Lighting (reported adequacy, lack of spill / glare, general condition, etc.) Site Lighting Spectator Seating (condition, size, accessibility, etc.) Average Score = Comments Recommendations Geometry Condition of Structure and Surfacing (cracks, delamination, etc.) Planarity (playing surface - lack of dips, heaves, holes, correct slopes, etc.) Striping (Completeness, visibility, condition) Playing Dimensions Length: Width: 94' 50' Typical age of users 12 & up Type of Structure N/A Type of Surfacing Asphalt pavement with faded color coating Number of Courts: 1 Court Grade: Date of Evaluation 1/23/2015 Type of Court: Basketball ---PAGE BREAK--- Playground Evaluation Form 1.4 30-McGlew Park N/A Inadequate Poor Good Excellent x x X x x 1.4 Depth of Surfacing: N/A Playground Grade: Date of Evaluation 1/23/2015 Intended Age Group of Users: Multipe Age Groups Type of Surfacing: Earth, Grass Equipment Serviceability (play structures, spray parks, seating, etc.) Safety and Security (see attached check list) Appearance (Welcoming entrance, landscaping/natural surface, special element, e.g. spray park, social gathering space, etc) General Accessibility (condition of walkways, legibility of signage, clarity of rules, trip hazards, bike corrals) ADA Compliance (walkways, ramps at appropriate grades, ADA parking, gates, restrooms, and equipment accessible) Average Score = Comments Recommendations Located at the park entrance, the playground area is a Total replacement/reconstruction natural thoroughfare for all park users. This could present a safety concern for kids running from the swing set to the play structure. Lack of play surfacing is a hazard Older non-serviceable equipment Aesthetically blighted ---PAGE BREAK--- P X 1 X c) P x X P P x x x x P P x x x P d) P X x P 2 x a) P P e) x P P P x x x P P P x b) x P P P 19 x 46 0.413 19.0 = Passing Condition = Inadequate Condition = Feature not present (blank box) % Score (Passing / Total) shown as decimal Score out of 4 Score X 4) Adequate handhold size # Of Passing Items Adequate Surfacing # of Total Items Free of loose nuts/bolts Anchors and footings are secure Smooth surfaces Free of worn/frayed cables Adequate surfacing Climbing Apparatus Grading Free of missing/broken parts Free of mold / signs of bacteria Free of protrusions Adequate lubrication Free of loose nuts/bolts Good visibility for supervision Free of loose step/ring/rung Free of standing water of 2” or greater Hardware in good condition Adequate surfacing below Capped ends / Free of sharp ends Swings Free of pinch, crush, or shearing points S-hooks are closed Free of equipment greater than 7ft high Adequate chains/seats/hangers Equipment Free of broken parts Composite Play Structures Equipment is stable Slides Free of broken glass/litter Free of loose steps or rails Good drainage / free of ponding Adequately smooth surfaces General Equipment continued… Free of trip hazards (holes, rocks) Legend: Playground Safety Evaluation Form 30-McGlew Park Good play area visibility Free of loose screw/bolts Adequate perimeter fencing Free of broken parts Adequate Lighting Free of entanglement hazards Adequate Shade / Sun protection Free of exposed footings Smooth surfaces Free of metal rust/wood rot Spray Parks / Water Features Adequate non-slip surfaces Equipment is Stable/secure Free of head entrapment Free of loose handholds/rails Free of excessive slopes / slip hazards Free of electrical equipment nearby Free of sharp objects / broken glass, etc. ---PAGE BREAK--- McGlew Park Page 1 of 2 Entry Gate from Street Entry Drive from street Swings and park (looking east) Basketball Court Tennis / street hockey Playscape ---PAGE BREAK--- McGlew Park Page 2 of 2 Tennis / Street Hockey Tennis / Street Hockey Swings Abandoned water fountain Perimeter fencing Softball Backstop All Pictures January and August 2015 ---PAGE BREAK--- Gale Associates, Inc . Engineers Planners 163 LIBBEY PARKWAY I WEYMOUTH, MA 02189 P [PHONE REDACTED] F [PHONE REDACTED] www.gainc.com Boston Baltimore Orlando San Francisco McGRATH PARK USE: PARK ZONE: RESIDENTIAL CONSERVATION (RC) AREA: 22.77 ACRES FACILITIES: RECTANGULAR FIELD BASKETBALL COURT SOCCER FIELD OPEN SPACE DOG PARK: ON-LEASH PORTA POTTY PLAYGROUND PARKING 104 SPACES WETLANDS: YES NAT. HERITAGE AREA: NO FLOOD ZONE: NO VISTA AVE MARLBOROUGH RD SPRINGSIDE AVE MOONEY RD ATHLETIC FACILITIES: UPPER FIELD TENNIS COURT 60' BASELINE SOFTBALL FIELD 200' RF 200' LF FENCED ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- Summary Form 3.6 31-McGrath Size: General Description: Facility Type and Grades: Grading Legend 3.80 1 = Inadequate 3.50 2 = Poor 3.38 3 = Good - 4 = Excellent 3.63 3.60 3.60 - - 3.58 Site Inventory: X X x x x X X x x x General Site Conditions: N/A Margina l Good Excellent X X X X X Score 3.8 Tennis Courts Safety and Security (site lighting, fencing, play surfacing/structures, etc.) Lighting Designated Parking Benches Average Score = Inadequate Appearance (Welcoming entrance, landscaping/natural surface, special element, e.g. spray park, social gathering space, etc.) General Accessibility (condition of walkways, legibility of signage, clarity of rules, trip hazards, bike corrals) ADA Compliance (walkways, ramps at appropriate grades, ADA Parking, gates restrooms and equipment accessible) Table and Chairs 1/20/2015 RECOMMENDATIONS: Date of Evaluation Equipment & Serviceability (furnishings, play structures, water fountain, buildings, restrooms, furnishings, trash and recycling bins, sports equipment, site drainage, athletic lighting. Overall Grade: Playground - Younger Children Community Garden Open Space Dog Park (Off-Leash) General Site Conditions Hard Courts - Basketball Baseball/Softball Field Multi-Purpose Rectangular Field - West Skate Park Average Score Rectangular Field 46 Marlborough Road 22.77 Acres Multi-Purpose Rectangular Field - East Playground - Older Children Address: Dog Park (On-Leash) Baseball / Softball Field Pool Dog Valet Restrooms / Porta Potty Playground Community Garden Spray Park Bike Parking Monument Basketball Court Building/Structure An active recreation park that includes two popular youth soccer fields, two playscape areas and adequate, paved off street parking. This park is also popular with walkers who use the narrow gravel walk that follows the perimeter of the park. Open Space ---PAGE BREAK--- Athletic Field Evaluation Form 3.5 31-McGrath Length: 330 N/A Inadequate Poor Good Excellent X x x X X X X x X x X X 210 10 Field Grade: Date of Evaluation 1/20/2015 Type of Field: Multi-Purpose Rectangular (MPR) Number of Fields: 1 Typical age of users: MPR Field Dimensions: Width Run-Out Average Score = 3.5 Planarity (playing surface - lack of dips, heaves, holes, etc.) Striping (Completeness, visibility, condition) Fencing (Perimeter fencing, gates, etc.) Irrigation (condition, coverage, reported adequacy) Safety (Run-outs, lack of obstructions, etc.). Support Equipment (goals, players benches, etc.) Athletic Lighting (reported adequacy, lack of spill / glare, general condition, etc.) Site Lighting Spectator Seating (condition, size, accessibility, etc.) Drainage Geometry Stand of Turf minor bare spots at high wear areas Some divots/low spots in turf Maintainenance Comments Recommendations ---PAGE BREAK--- Athletic Field Evaluation Form 3.4 31-McGrath Length: 330 N/A Inadequate Poor Good Excellent X x x x X X X X X X X X some minor divots/low spots in turf Maintenance Bear spots at typical high wear areas Spectator Seating (condition, size, accessibility, etc.) Drainage Average Score = 3.4 Comments Recommendations Site Lighting Geometry Stand of Turf Planarity (playing surface - lack of dips, heaves, holes, etc.) Striping (Completeness, visibility, condition) Fencing (Perimeter fencing, gates, etc.) Irrigation (condition, coverage, reported adequacy) Safety (Run-outs, lack of obstructions, etc.). Support Equipment (goals, players benches, etc.) Athletic Lighting (reported adequacy, lack of spill / glare, general condition, etc.) 210 10 Field Grade: Date of Evaluation 1/20/2015 Type of Field: Multi-Purpose Rectangular (MPR) Number of Fields: 1 Typical age of users: MPR Field Dimensions: Width Run-Out ---PAGE BREAK--- Hard Court Evaluation Form 3.6 31-McGrath N/A Inadequate Poor Good Excellent X X X X X X X X X X X 3.6 Comments Recommendations Overall in excellent condition Some settling/puddling on Asphalt Monitor Backstops not Salem standard - new style Typical age of users 12 & up Type of Structure Type of Surfacing N/A Asphalt court without color coating Length: Width: Number of Courts: 1 Playing Dimensions Court Grade: Date of Evaluation 1/20/2015 Type of Court: Basketball Geometry Condition of Structure and Surfacing (cracks, delamination, etc.) Planarity (playing surface - lack of dips, heaves, holes, correct slopes, etc.) Striping (Completeness, visibility, condition) Fencing (Perimeter fencing, backstops, outfield fencing, etc.) Court Hardware Safety (Run-outs, lack of obstructions, etc.). Support Equipment (bases, batting cages, goals, players benches, etc.) Average Score = Athletic Lighting (reported adequacy, lack of spill / glare, general condition, etc.) Site Lighting Spectator Seating (condition, size, accessibility, etc.) ---PAGE BREAK--- Playground Evaluation Form 3.6 31-McGrath N/A Inadequate Poor Good Excellent x X X x X 3.6 Depth of Surfacing: 3+ inches Playground Grade: Date of Evaluation 1/20/2015 Intended Age Group of Users: 3-6 years old Type of Surfacing: Wood Chips Equipment Serviceability (play structures, spray parks, seating, etc.) Safety and Security (see attached check list) Appearance (Welcoming entrance, landscaping/natural surface, special element, e.g. spray park, social gathering space, etc) General Accessibility (condition of walkways, legibility of signage, clarity of rules, trip hazards, bike corrals) ADA Compliance (walkways, ramps at appropriate grades, ADA parking, gates, restrooms, and equipment accessible) Average Score = Comments Recommendations Site is in excellent condition Wood chip surfacing has settled Add Wood Chips / maintain ---PAGE BREAK--- P X 1 P c) P P P P P P P P P P P P x P d) P P P P 2 P a) P P e) P P P P P P P P P P x b) P P P P 34 x 46 0.739 34.0 = Passing Condition = Inadequate Condition = Feature not present (blank box) % Score (Passing / Total) shown as decimal Score out of 4 Score X 4) Adequate handhold size # Of Passing Items Adequate Surfacing # of Total Items Free of loose nuts/bolts Anchors and footings are secure Smooth surfaces Free of worn/frayed cables Adequate surfacing Climbing Apparatus Grading Free of missing/broken parts Free of mold / signs of bacteria Free of protrusions Adequate lubrication Free of loose nuts/bolts Good visibility for supervision Free of loose step/ring/rung Free of standing water of 2” or greater Hardware in good condition Adequate surfacing below Capped ends / Free of sharp ends Swings Free of pinch, crush, or shearing points S-hooks are closed Free of equipment greater than 7ft high Adequate chains/seats/hangers Equipment Free of broken parts Composite Play Structures Equipment is stable Slides Free of broken glass/litter Free of loose steps or rails Good drainage / free of ponding Adequately smooth surfaces General Equipment continued… Free of trip hazards (holes, rocks) Legend: Playground Safety Evaluation Form 31-McGrath Good play area visibility Free of loose screw/bolts Adequate perimeter fencing Free of broken parts Adequate Lighting Free of entanglement hazards Adequate Shade / Sun protection Free of exposed footings Smooth surfaces Free of metal rust/wood rot Spray Parks / Water Features Adequate non-slip surfaces Equipment is Stable/secure Free of head entrapment Free of loose handholds/rails Free of excessive slopes / slip hazards Free of electrical equipment nearby Free of sharp objects / broken glass, etc. ---PAGE BREAK--- Playground Evaluation Form 3.6 31-McGrath N/A Inadequate Poor Good Excellent x X X x X 3.6 Type of Surfacing: Wood Chips Playground Grade: Date of Evaluation 1/20/2015 Intended Age Group of Users: 6-12 years old Comments Recommendations Depth of Surfacing: 3+ inches Safety and Security (see attached check list) Appearance (Welcoming entrance, landscaping/natural surface, special element, e.g. spray park, social gathering space, etc) General Accessibility (condition of walkways, legibility of signage, clarity of rules, trip hazards, bike corrals) ADA Compliance (walkways, ramps at appropriate grades, ADA parking, gates, restrooms, and equipment accessible) Equipment Serviceability (play structures, spray parks, seating, etc.) Average Score = Site is in excellent condition Wood chip surface has settled Add wood chips / maintain ---PAGE BREAK--- P X 1 P c) P P P P P P P P P P P P x P d) P P P P 2 P a) P P e) P P P P P P P P P P x b) P P P P 34 x 46 0.739 34.0 = Feature not present (blank box) Playground Safety Evaluation Form 31-McGrath Legend: = Passing Condition = Inadequate Condition General Equipment continued… Free of broken glass/litter Free of loose steps or rails Free of trip hazards (holes, rocks) Slides Good drainage / free of ponding Adequately smooth surfaces Good play area visibility Free of loose screw/bolts Adequate perimeter fencing Free of broken parts Adequate Lighting Free of entanglement hazards Adequate Shade / Sun protection Free of exposed footings Hardware in good condition Adequate surfacing below Capped ends / Free of sharp ends Swings Free of pinch, crush, or shearing points S-hooks are closed Free of equipment greater than 7ft high Adequate chains/seats/hangers Equipment Free of broken parts Composite Play Structures Equipment is stable Smooth surfaces Spray Parks / Water Features Free of metal rust/wood rot Adequate non-slip surfaces Equipment is Stable/secure Free of excessive slopes / slip hazards Free of head entrapment Free of electrical equipment nearby Free of loose handholds/rails Free of sharp objects / broken glass, etc. Free of loose nuts/bolts Good visibility for supervision Free of loose step/ring/rung Free of standing water of 2” or greater Free of missing/broken parts Free of mold / signs of bacteria Free of protrusions Adequate lubrication Free of worn/frayed cables Adequate surfacing Climbing Apparatus Free of loose nuts/bolts Anchors and footings are secure Smooth surfaces Grading Score out of 4 Score X 4) Adequate handhold size # Of Passing Items Adequate Surfacing # of Total Items % Score (Passing / Total) shown as decimal ---PAGE BREAK--- McGrath Park Page 1 of 3 North Field South Play area and parking North Play scape and benches North Picnic area North Field South Field ---PAGE BREAK--- McGrath Park Page 2 of 3 North Storage / Playscape / Picnic area Gravel Path (between fields) South Field South Field South Field (at parking area) South field bare spots ---PAGE BREAK--- McGrath Park Page 3 of 3 Basketball court North Play area South Play Area Parking at South Play area Perimeter fencing at street Western perimeter fence and path All Pictures January 2015 ---PAGE BREAK--- Summary Form 3.6 31-McGrath Size: General Description: Facility Type and Grades: Grading Legend 3.80 1 = Inadequate 3.50 2 = Poor 3.38 3 = Good - 4 = Excellent 3.63 3.60 3.60 - - 3.58 Site Inventory: X X x x x X X x x x General Site Conditions: N/A Margina l Good Excellent X X X X X Score 3.8 Tennis Courts Safety and Security (site lighting, fencing, play surfacing/structures, etc.) Lighting Designated Parking Benches Average Score = Inadequate Appearance (Welcoming entrance, landscaping/natural surface, special element, e.g. spray park, social gathering space, etc.) General Accessibility (condition of walkways, legibility of signage, clarity of rules, trip hazards, bike corrals) ADA Compliance (walkways, ramps at appropriate grades, ADA Parking, gates restrooms and equipment accessible) Table and Chairs 1/20/2015 RECOMMENDATIONS: Date of Evaluation Equipment & Serviceability (furnishings, play structures, water fountain, buildings, restrooms, furnishings, trash and recycling bins, sports equipment, site drainage, athletic lighting. Overall Grade: Playground - Younger Children Community Garden Open Space Dog Park (Off-Leash) General Site Conditions Hard Courts - Basketball Baseball/Softball Field Multi-Purpose Rectangular Field - West Skate Park Average Score Rectangular Field 46 Marlborough Road 22.77 Acres Multi-Purpose Rectangular Field - East Playground - Older Children Address: Dog Park (On-Leash) Baseball / Softball Field Pool Dog Valet Restrooms / Porta Potty Playground Community Garden Spray Park Bike Parking Monument Basketball Court Building/Structure An active recreation park that includes two popular youth soccer fields, two playscape areas and adequate, paved off street parking. This park is also popular with walkers who use the narrow gravel walk that follows the perimeter of the park. Open Space FOR MEMORIAL PARK - SEE B - BENTELEY SCHOOL ---PAGE BREAK--- Gale Associates, Inc . Engineers Planners 163 LIBBEY PARKWAY I WEYMOUTH, MA 02189 P [PHONE REDACTED] F [PHONE REDACTED] www.gainc.com Boston Baltimore Orlando San Francisco PALMER COVE USE: PARK ZONE: RESIDENTIAL CONSERVATION (RC) AREA: 7.2 ACRES FACILITIES: BASEBALL FIELD BASKETBALL COURT BUILDING / STRUCTURE BIKE PARKING TABLES BENCHES TENNIS COURT (ABANDONED) FIELD & COURT LIGHTING DOG PARK: ON-LEASH REST ROOMS (IN BUILDING) PAVED PLAY AREA WETLANDS: YES NAT. HERITAGE AREA: NO FLOOD ZONE: YES LEAVITT ST CHASE ST SALEM ST PRINCE ST PIONEER TERRACE ATHLETIC FACILITIES: BASKETBALL COURT 90' BASELINE BASEBALL 310 RF 310'LF FENCED, LIGHTED, DUGOUTS BLEACHERS TENNIS COURT (ABANDONED) ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- Summary Form 3.1 33-Palmer Cove Park Size: General Description: Facility Type and Grades: Grading Legend 2.80 1 = Inadequate 2.83 2 = Poor 3.80 3 = Good 3.14 4 = Excellent Site Inventory: x X x X X x X X x x x x General Site Conditions: N/A Marginal Good Excellent x x x x x Address: Dog Park (On-Leash) Baseball / Softball Field Pool Dog Valet Restrooms / Porta Potty Playground Community Garden Spray Park Bike Parking Monument Basketball Court Building/Structure Waterfront neighborhood park with baseball field, basketball, community garden, street hockey and a waterfront walk. The baseball field is the High School Varsity field Open Space Overall Grade: Dog Park (Off-Leash) General Site Conditions Hard Courts Baseball/Softball Field Skate Park Average Score Rectangular Field 30 LEAVITT STREET 7.2 Acres Table and Chairs 4/23/2015 Formalize community garden areas RECOMMENDATIONS: Abandon / Remove former tennis court Date of Evaluation Renovate baseball field and amenities (esp. dugouts and spectator seating) Provide accessible walkways to park elements Renovate / improve shore front walkway - Provide pedestrian lighting in lieu of cobra heads Score 2.8 Tennis Courts Safety and Security (site lighting, fencing, play surfacing/structures, etc.) Lighting Designated Parking Street Hockey Average Score = Inadequate Appearance (Welcoming entrance, landscaping/natural surface, special element, e.g. spray park, social gathering space, etc.) General Accessibility (condition of walkways, legibility of signage, clarity of rules, trip hazards, bike corrals) ADA Compliance (walkways, ramps at appropriate grades, ADA Parking, gates restrooms and equipment accessible) Equipment & Serviceability (furnishings, play structures, water fountain, buildings, restrooms, furnishings, trash and recycling bins, sports equipment, site drainage, athletic lighting. ---PAGE BREAK--- Athletic Field Evaluation Form 2.8 33-Palmer Cove Park 1st & 3rd Base L Field R Field C Field Backstop 90 310 320 400 N/A Inadequate Poor Good Excellent X X x X X x x X X X x X X Maintain irrigation and field areas Maintain/renovate field amenities Formalize/renovate specator seating and access. Field lighting will need renovation within 5 years Irrigation boxes visible; condition unknown Outfield 50% turf, 50% weeds, uneven Safety netting along 1st base line Dugouts good condition, poor aesthetics Field Grade: Comments Recommendations Site Lighting Spectator Seating (condition, size, accessibility, etc.) Drainage Geometry Stand of Turf Average Score = 2.8 Athletic Lighting (reported adequacy, lack of spill / glare, general condition, etc.) Infield Condition (Infield material, base paths, etc.) Baseball/Softball Dimensions: 4/23/2015 Baseball Field (High School Main Field) 1 Date of Evaluation Type of Field: Number of Fields: Typical age of users: Safety (Run-outs, lack of obstructions, etc.). Support Equipment (bases, dugouts, batting cages, players benches, etc.) Planarity (playing surface - lack of dips, heaves, holes, etc.) Striping (Completeness, visibility, condition) Fencing (Perimeter fencing, backstops, outfield fencing, etc.) Irrigation (condition, coverage, reported adequacy) ---PAGE BREAK--- Hard Court Evaluation Form 3.8 33-Palmer Cove Park N/A Inadequate Poor Good Excellent X X X X X X X X X x 3.8 minor surface cracking Number of Courts: 1 Playing Dimensions Geometry Condition of Structure and Surfacing (cracks, delamination, etc.) Planarity (playing surface - lack of dips, heaves, holes, correct slopes, etc.) Striping (Completeness, visibility, condition) Fencing (Perimeter fencing, backstops, outfield fencing, etc.) Court Hardware Safety (Run-outs, lack of obstructions, etc.). Support Equipment (bases, batting cages, goals, players benches, etc.) Average Score = Athletic Lighting (reported adequacy, lack of spill / glare, general condition, etc.) Site Lighting Spectator Seating (condition, size, accessibility, etc.) Court Grade: Date of Evaluation 4/23/2015 Type of Court: Basketball Typical age of users Type of Structure Type of Surfacing Asphalt court with color coating - lighted Colored Asphalt Length: Width: Comments Recommendations Verify court lighting condition Newer condition with newer lighting and amenities formalize spectator seating and access ---PAGE BREAK--- Hard Court Evaluation Form 1.8 33-Palmer Cove Park N/A Inadequate Poor Good Excellent X X X X X X x x x 1.8 Asphalt is heaved, cracked and has multiple patches for street hockey - Unusable for tennis Fencing and asphalt in very poor condition Fence is bowed, rusted and bent This court is abandoned for tennis but is used regularly Abandon, remove or redevelop Tennis court Fencing (Perimeter fencing, backstops, outfield fencing, etc.) Court Hardware Safety (Run-outs, lack of obstructions, etc.). Support Equipment (bases, batting cages, goals, players benches, etc.) Athletic Lighting (reported adequacy, lack of spill / glare, general condition, etc.) Site Lighting Spectator Seating (condition, size, accessibility, etc.) Average Score = Comments Recommendations Geometry Condition of Structure and Surfacing (cracks, delamination, etc.) Planarity (playing surface - lack of dips, heaves, holes, correct slopes, etc.) Striping (Completeness, visibility, condition) Playing Dimensions Length: Width: Typical age of users Populary used as a street hockey court Type of Structure Type of Surfacing Asphalt with color coating Number of Courts: 1 Court Grade: Date of Evaluation 4/23/2015 Type of Court: Tennis ---PAGE BREAK--- Palmer Cove 1 of 2 Park conditions Park Conditions – ball field Park Conditions - ballfield Park conditions – ballfield and parkingt Dugout Netting along first base line ---PAGE BREAK--- Palmer Cove 1 of 2 Left field line, bleachers, field light pole Basketball court Abandoned tennis/street hockey Abandoned tennis courts / Streethockey Outfield turf Outfield and Community Garden (left) All photos April 2015 ---PAGE BREAK--- Gale Associates, Inc . Engineers Planners 163 LIBBEY PARKWAY I WEYMOUTH, MA 02189 P [PHONE REDACTED] F [PHONE REDACTED] www.gainc.com Boston Baltimore Orlando San Francisco SCHOOL ST PATTEN PARK USE: PASSIVE PARK ZONE: RESIDENTIAL TWO FAMILY (R2) AREA: 0.08 ACRES FACILITIES: OPEN SPACE BENCHES TENNIS COURT DOG PARK: ON-LEASH PARKING - ON STREET WETLANDS: NO NAT. HERITAGE AREA: NO FLOOD ZONE: NO BUFFUM ST BARR ST ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- Summary Form 2.9 34-Patten Park Size: General Description: Facility Type and Grades: Grading Legend 2.75 1 = Inadequate - 2 = Poor - 3 = Good - 4 = Excellent - 3.00 - 2.88 Site Inventory: X x General Site Conditions: N/A Marginal Good Excellent X X X X X Lighting Designated Parking Benches Average Score = Inadequate Appearance (Welcoming entrance, landscaping/natural surface, special element, e.g. spray park, social gathering space, etc.) General Accessibility (condition of walkways, legibility of signage, clarity of rules, trip hazards, bike corrals) ADA Compliance (walkways, ramps at appropriate grades, ADA Parking, gates restrooms and equipment accessible) Equipment & Serviceability (furnishings, play structures, water fountain, buildings, restrooms, furnishings, trash and recycling bins, sports equipment, site drainage, athletic lighting. Table and Chairs 1/23/2015 RECOMMENDATIONS: Consider removing concrete trash receptacles - not needed, added maintenance cost Date of Evaluation Score 2.8 Tennis Courts Safety and Security (site lighting, fencing, play surfacing/structures, etc.) Overall Grade: Playground Community Garden Open Space Dog Park (Off-Leash) General Site Conditions Hard Courts Baseball/Softball Field Multi-Purpose Rectangular Field Skate Park Average Score Rectangular Field Corner of Buffum and School Street 0.08 Acres Address: Dog Park (On-Leash) Baseball / Softball Field Pool Dog Valet Restrooms / Porta Potty Playground Community Garden Spray Park Bike Parking Monument Basketball Court Building/Structure Small open space area with benches at corner of intersection Open Space ---PAGE BREAK--- Open Space Evaluation Form 3.0 34-Patten Park N/A Inadequate Poor Good Excellent x x x x x x 3.0 Total Size .08 Acres General Description of Use Small 'pocket park' with benches Open Space Grade: Date of Evaluation 1/23/2015 Address Corner of Buffum and School Street Maintenance (well-maintained, mowed, paths cleared, etc.) Appearance (Welcoming entrance, landscaping, special element, e.g. monument, gathering space, etc.) General Accessibility (condition of walkways, legibility of signage, clarity of hours/uses, trip hazards) Safety and Security (site lighting, clear visibility, fencing, etc.) ADA Compliance (walkways, ramps at appropriate grades, ADA parking, gates, seating areas accessible) Adequate Seating Areas (benches, landscaped seating, tables, etc.) Recommendations Very small street corner pocket park Consider removing precast trash receptacles to reduce Average Score = Comments maintenance and remove an 'attractive' nusiance Maintain wood on benches ---PAGE BREAK--- Patten Park 1 of 1 Park benches, path trash receptacles Lawn Conditions Intersection at street Park sign Trees/street lighting Lawn Conditions All photos April 2015 ---PAGE BREAK--- Gale Associates, Inc . Engineers Planners 163 LIBBEY PARKWAY I WEYMOUTH, MA 02189 P [PHONE REDACTED] F [PHONE REDACTED] www.gainc.com Boston Baltimore Orlando San Francisco PEABODY STREET PARK USE: URBAN PARK ZONE: CENTRAL DEVELOPMENT (B5) AREA: 0.379 ACRES FACILITIES: BUILDING / STRUCTURE OPEN SPACE BIKE PARKING TABLES BENCHES SITE LIGHTING DOG PARK: ON-LEASH PLAYGROUND PARKING - ON STREET HARBOR WALK WETLANDS: YES (NORTH) NAT. HERITAGE AREA: NO FLOOD ZONE: YES SALEM HARBOR WALK PEABODY ST ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- Summary Form 3.6 35-PEABODY STREET PARK Size: General Description: Facility Type and Grades: Grading Legend 3.60 1 = Inadequate 3.60 2 = Poor 3.60 3 = Good 4 = Excellent Site Inventory: X X X X x X X x General Site Conditions: N/A Marginal Good Excellent X x x x x Lighting Designated Parking Benches Average Score = Inadequate Appearance (Welcoming entrance, landscaping/natural surface, special element, e.g. spray park, social gathering space, etc.) General Accessibility (condition of walkways, legibility of signage, clarity of rules, trip hazards, bike corrals) ADA Compliance (walkways, ramps at appropriate grades, ADA Parking, gates restrooms and equipment accessible) Equipment & Serviceability (furnishings, play structures, water fountain, buildings, restrooms, furnishings, trash and recycling bins, sports equipment, site drainage, athletic lighting. Table and Chairs 4/23/2015 RECOMMENDATIONS: SHADE STRUCTURE DAMAGED - SKATEBOARD DAMAGE ON WALLS Date of Evaluation GAME TABLES AND BENCHES THROUGHOUT PARK TREES ON MOUNDS HAVE EXPOSED ROOTS - OVERGROWN REQUIRES GENERAL PRUNING NO IDENTIFYING CITY PARK SIGN Score 3.6 Tennis Courts Safety and Security (site lighting, fencing, play surfacing/structures, etc.) Overall Grade: Playground Dog Park (Off-Leash) General Site Conditions Skate Park Average Score Rectangular Field 15 PEABODY STREET 0.379 Acres Address: Dog Park (On-Leash) Baseball / Softball Field Pool Dog Valet Restrooms / Porta Potty Playground Community Garden Spray Park Bike Parking Monument Basketball Court Building/Structure Salems newest Park is a small waterfront park with links to harbor walk. Park amenities include some play equipment, game tables and benches, walks, and a shade structure. Open Space ---PAGE BREAK--- Playground Evaluation Form 3.6 35-PEABODY STREET PARK N/A Inadequate Poor Good Excellent X X X X X 3.6 Depth of Surfacing: Playground Grade: Date of Evaluation 4/23/2015 Intended Age Group of Users: Type of Surfacing: RUBBER Equipment Serviceability (play structures, spray parks, seating, etc.) Safety and Security (see attached check list) Appearance (Welcoming entrance, landscaping/natural surface, special element, e.g. spray park, social gathering space, etc) General Accessibility (condition of walkways, legibility of signage, clarity of rules, trip hazards, bike corrals) ADA Compliance (walkways, ramps at appropriate grades, ADA parking, gates, restrooms, and equipment accessible) Average Score = Comments Recommendations ---PAGE BREAK--- P X 1 P c) P P P P X P P d) P P 2 a) e) b) P P P P 14 P 46 0.304 14.0 = Passing Condition = Inadequate Condition = Feature not present (blank box) % Score (Passing / Total) shown as decimal Score out of 4 Score X 4) Adequate handhold size # Of Passing Items Adequate Surfacing # of Total Items Free of loose nuts/bolts Anchors and footings are secure Smooth surfaces Free of worn/frayed cables Adequate surfacing Climbing Apparatus Grading Free of missing/broken parts Free of mold / signs of bacteria Free of protrusions Adequate lubrication Free of loose nuts/bolts Good visibility for supervision Free of loose step/ring/rung Free of standing water of 2” or greater Hardware in good condition Adequate surfacing below Capped ends / Free of sharp ends Swings Free of pinch, crush, or shearing points S-hooks are closed Free of equipment greater than 7ft high Adequate chains/seats/hangers Equipment Free of broken parts Composite Play Structures Equipment is stable Slides Free of broken glass/litter Free of loose steps or rails Good drainage / free of ponding Adequately smooth surfaces General Equipment continued… Free of trip hazards (holes, rocks) Legend: Playground Safety Evaluation Form 35-PEABODY STREET PARK Good play area visibility Free of loose screw/bolts Adequate perimeter fencing Free of broken parts Adequate Lighting Free of entanglement hazards Adequate Shade / Sun protection Free of exposed footings Smooth surfaces Free of metal rust/wood rot Spray Parks / Water Features Adequate non-slip surfaces Equipment is Stable/secure Free of head entrapment Free of loose handholds/rails Free of excessive slopes / slip hazards Free of electrical equipment nearby Free of sharp objects / broken glass, etc. ---PAGE BREAK--- Peabody Street Park 1 of 1 View into park from street Damaged shade structure Game tables Play area with rubber surface Water fountain and receptacle Leaning tree(s) All Photos April 2015 ---PAGE BREAK--- Gale Associates, Inc . Engineers Planners 163 LIBBEY PARKWAY I WEYMOUTH, MA 02189 P [PHONE REDACTED] F [PHONE REDACTED] www.gainc.com Boston Baltimore Orlando San Francisco PICKMAN PARK USE: PARK ZONE: RESIDENTIAL CONSERVATION (RC) & RESIDENTIAL ONE FAMILY (R1) AREA: 3.01 ACRES FACILITIES: BASKETBALL COURT BUILDING / STRUCTURE OPEN SPACE BIKE PARKING COMMUNITY GARDEN TABLES BENCHES MONUMENT DOG PARK: ON-LEASH BEACH PLAYGROUND PARKING - ON STREET WETLANDS: YES NAT. HERITAGE AREA: NO FLOOD ZONE: YES JACKMAN FIELD LINCOLN RD MONROE RD PIERCE RD BUCHANAN RD SUNSET RD ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- Summary Form 2.7 36-PICKMAN PARK Size: General Description: Facility Type and Grades: Grading Legend 2.40 1 = Inadequate 3.00 2 = Poor 2.60 3 = Good 4 = Excellent 2.67 Site Inventory: X X X X X X X X X General Site Conditions: N/A Marginal Good Excellent X X X X Lighting Designated Parking Benches Average Score = Inadequate Appearance (Welcoming entrance, landscaping/natural surface, special element, e.g. spray park, social gathering space, etc.) General Accessibility (condition of walkways, legibility of signage, clarity of rules, trip hazards, bike corrals) ADA Compliance (walkways, ramps at appropriate grades, ADA Parking, gates restrooms and equipment accessible) Equipment & Serviceability (furnishings, play structures, water fountain, buildings, restrooms, furnishings, trash and recycling bins, sports equipment, site drainage, athletic lighting. Table and Chairs 4/24/2015 REMOVE FORMER TENNIS COURTS (USED AS COMMUNITY GARDEN) AND FORMALIZE GARDEN USE. RECOMMENDATIONS: REMOVE OLDER DETERIORATED BENCHES, TABLES MAINTAIN PLAY SURFACING Date of Evaluation X PROVIDE ACCESSIBLE ROUTE CONNECTING ALL ELEMENTS REPAIR TIMBER WALL AT BEACH, CONSIDER BLOCK / CONCRETE SHADE STRUCTURE HAS NEWER ROOF BUT NEEDS AESTHETIC REPAIRS Score 2.4 Tennis Courts Safety and Security (site lighting, fencing, play surfacing/structures, etc.) Overall Grade: Playground Dog Park (Off-Leash) General Site Conditions Hard Courts Skate Park Average Score Rectangular Field 20 LINCOLN ROAD 3.01 Acres Address: Dog Park (On-Leash) Baseball / Softball Field Beach Dog Valet Restrooms / Porta Potty Playground Community Garden Spray Park Bike Parking Monument Basketball Court Building/Structure Mid size nieghborhood park with shade structure, play areas and a community garden Open Space ---PAGE BREAK--- Hard Court Evaluation Form 3.0 36-PICKMAN PARK N/A Inadequate Poor Good Excellent X X X X X X x x x x 3.0 Comments Recommendations SOME CRACKS Typical galvanized backstops and standards - servicable but rusting. NO ADA ROUTE TO COURT Typical age of users Type of Structure Type of Surfacing Asphalt base with color coating Length: Width: Site Lighting Spectator Seating (condition, size, accessibility, etc.) Court Grade: Date of Evaluation 4/24/2015 Type of Court: BASKETBALL ADJACENT SLOPE DRAINS DIRECTLY ONTO PAVEMENT Number of Courts: 1 Playing Dimensions Geometry Condition of Structure and Surfacing (cracks, delamination, etc.) Planarity (playing surface - lack of dips, heaves, holes, correct slopes, etc.) Striping (Completeness, visibility, condition) Fencing (Perimeter fencing, backstops, outfield fencing, etc.) Court Hardware Safety (Run-outs, lack of obstructions, etc.). Support Equipment (bases, batting cages, goals, players benches, etc.) Average Score = Athletic Lighting (reported adequacy, lack of spill / glare, general condition, etc.) ---PAGE BREAK--- Playground Evaluation Form 2.6 36-PICKMAN PARK N/A Inadequate Poor Good Excellent x X X X X 2.6 Depth of Surfacing: Playground Grade: Date of Evaluation 4/24/2015 Intended Age Group of Users: 5-12 Type of Surfacing: WOOD FIBER Equipment Serviceability (play structures, spray parks, seating, etc.) Safety and Security (see attached check list) Appearance (Welcoming entrance, landscaping/natural surface, special element, e.g. spray park, social gathering space, etc) General Accessibility (condition of walkways, legibility of signage, clarity of rules, trip hazards, bike corrals) ADA Compliance (walkways, ramps at appropriate grades, ADA parking, gates, restrooms, and equipment accessible) Average Score = Comments Recommendations NO ADA ROUTE TO PLAY AREAS PROVIDE ADDITIONAL WOOD CHIP SURFACING REMOVE OLDER, NON-COMPLIANT INDEPENDENT PIECES MAINTAIN WOOD TIMBER EDGING ---PAGE BREAK--- P X 1 X c) P P P P P P P P P P P X P d) P P P 2 P a) P P e) X P P P P P P P P X X b) 25 46 0.543 25.0 = Passing Condition = Inadequate Condition = Feature not present (blank box) % Score (Passing / Total) shown as decimal Score out of 4 Score X 4) Adequate handhold size # Of Passing Items Adequate Surfacing # of Total Items Free of loose nuts/bolts Anchors and footings are secure Smooth surfaces Free of worn/frayed cables Adequate surfacing Climbing Apparatus Grading Free of missing/broken parts Free of mold / signs of bacteria Free of protrusions Adequate lubrication Free of loose nuts/bolts Good visibility for supervision Free of loose step/ring/rung Free of standing water of 2” or greater Hardware in good condition Adequate surfacing below Capped ends / Free of sharp ends Swings Free of pinch, crush, or shearing points S-hooks are closed Free of equipment greater than 7ft high Adequate chains/seats/hangers Equipment Free of broken parts Composite Play Structures Equipment is stable Slides Free of broken glass/litter Free of loose steps or rails Good drainage / free of ponding Adequately smooth surfaces General Equipment continued… Free of trip hazards (holes, rocks) Legend: Playground Safety Evaluation Form 36-PICKMAN PARK Good play area visibility Free of loose screw/bolts Adequate perimeter fencing Free of broken parts Adequate Lighting Free of entanglement hazards Adequate Shade / Sun protection Free of exposed footings Smooth surfaces Free of metal rust/wood rot Spray Parks / Water Features Adequate non-slip surfaces Equipment is Stable/secure Free of head entrapment Free of loose handholds/rails Free of excessive slopes / slip hazards Free of electrical equipment nearby Free of sharp objects / broken glass, etc. ---PAGE BREAK--- Pickman Park Page 1 of 2 Shade structure with roof Independent play area Play structure Tree damage adjacent play structure Swings, worn surfacing Old table ---PAGE BREAK--- Pickman Park Page 2 of 2 Basketball court pavement Community gardens (old tennis court area) Timber wall and steps to beach Beach from path to Salem State ballfield All Photos April 2015 ---PAGE BREAK--- Gale Associates, Inc . Engineers Planners 163 LIBBEY PARKWAY I WEYMOUTH, MA 02189 P [PHONE REDACTED] F [PHONE REDACTED] www.gainc.com Boston Baltimore Orlando San Francisco JEFFERSON AVE SAINT ANNE'S PARK USE: PASSIVE PARK ZONE: RESIDENTIAL TWO FAMILY (R2) & BUSINESS NEIGHBORHOOD (B1) AREA: 0.145 ACRES FACILITIES: OPEN SPACE BENCHES MONUMENT DOG PARK: ON-LEASH PARKING - ON STREET WETLANDS: NO NAT. HERITAGE AREA: NO FLOOD ZONE: NO READ ST LAWRENCE ST PARALLEL ST ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- Summary Form 2.3 37-SAINT ANNE'S PARK Size: General Description: Facility Type and Grades: Grading Legend 2.25 1 = Inadequate 2.25 2 = Poor 3 = Good 4 = Excellent Site Inventory: X X X X General Site Conditions: N/A Marginal Good Excellent X X X X X Lighting Designated Parking Benches Average Score = Inadequate Appearance (Welcoming entrance, landscaping/natural surface, special element, e.g. spray park, social gathering space, etc.) General Accessibility (condition of walkways, legibility of signage, clarity of rules, trip hazards, bike corrals) ADA Compliance (walkways, ramps at appropriate grades, ADA Parking, gates restrooms and equipment accessible) Equipment & Serviceability (furnishings, play structures, water fountain, buildings, restrooms, furnishings, trash and recycling bins, sports equipment, site drainage, athletic lighting. Table and Chairs 4/24/2015 EXPOSED LEDGE OBSERVED AT NORTH END COMMENTS: ADJACENT BITUMINOUS WALK ON JEFFERSON AVENUE HEAVED BY TREE ROOTS Date of Evaluation BITUMINOUS WALK TO CENTER PLANTER BED IN POOR CONDITION STONE EDGE AROUND PLANTER BED SHOULD BE RESET, LOWERED FLUSH WITH ADJACENT WALK DAMAGED TREE ON LAWRENCE STREET SHOULD BE REMOVED Score 2.3 Tennis Courts Safety and Security (site lighting, fencing, play surfacing/structures, etc.) Overall Grade: Dog Park (Off-Leash) General Site Conditions Skate Park Average Score Rectangular Field 279 JEFFERSON AVENUE 0.145 Acres Address: Dog Park (On-Leash) Baseball / Softball Field Pool Dog Valet Restrooms / Porta Potty Playground Community Garden Spray Park Bike Parking Monument Basketball Court Building/Structure SMALL TRIANGULAR 'GREEN'. TREES ALONG JEFFERSON AVENUE WITH BENCHES. WWI MONUMENT AT SOUTH END. CENTRAL PLANTER BED Open Space ---PAGE BREAK--- Saint Anne’s Park Page 1 of 1 Overall view of park Monument Center bordered plant bed Benches along street Exposed ledge Damaged tree All Photos April, 2015 ---PAGE BREAK--- Gale Associates, Inc . Engineers Planners 163 LIBBEY PARKWAY I WEYMOUTH, MA 02189 P [PHONE REDACTED] F [PHONE REDACTED] www.gainc.com Boston Baltimore Orlando San Francisco SALEM COMMON USE: URBAN PARK ZONE: RESIDENTIAL CONSERVATION (RC) AREA: 9.30 ACRES FACILITIES: BASKETBALL COURT BUILDING / STRUCTURE OPEN SPACE TABLES BENCHES SITE LIGHTING MONUMENTS DOG PARK: ON-LEASH PLAYGROUND WALKING / JOGGING PATH PARKING - ON STREET WETLANDS: NO NAT. HERITAGE AREA: NO FLOOD ZONE: NO STATE HIGHWAY 1A OLIVER ST MALL ST WILLIAMS ST BROWN ST HOWARD ST STATE HIGHWAY 1A S WASHINGTON SQUARE WASHINGTON SQUARE E ANDREW ST BRIGGS ST BOARDMAN ST FORRESTER ST ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- Summary Form 3.5 38-SALEM COMMON Size: General Description: Facility Type and Grades: Grading Legend 3.40 1 = Inadequate 3.67 2 = Poor 3.40 3 = Good 3.67 4 = Excellent 3.53 Site Inventory: X X X X X X X X X General Site Conditions: N/A Marginal Good Excellent X X X X X VERY CLEAN, FREE OF LITTER, DOG WASTE FOR SUCH A HEAVILY USED PARK. SOME GLASS AT PERIMETER ALONG STREETS. RECOMMENDATIONS: HEAVILY USED OPEN PARK. JOGGING, PLAYGROUND, BASKETBALL, OPEN PLAY, WALKERS, DOGS EVERY DAY Date of Evaluation ORNAMENTAL PERIMETER FENCE BEING REPAIRED WITH GRANT FUNDING SOUTHWEST ENTRANCE PLAZA IN DEEP SHADE; SURFACE BEYOND PAVER CIRCLE IS STONE DUST, A BIT UNDEFINED SOME TREES REQUIRE HEAVY PRUNING OF DEAD LIMBS, POSSIBLE REMOVAL Score 3.4 Tennis Courts Safety and Security (site lighting, fencing, play surfacing/structures, etc.) Lighting Designated Parking Overall Grade: Playground Open Space Dog Park (Off-Leash) General Site Conditions Hard Courts Skate Park Average Score Rectangular Field WASHINGTON SQUARE 9.3 Acres 4/22/2015 Address: THE MAIN TOWN 'GREEN' WITH SIDEWALKS, EXPANSIVE OPEN LAWN AREAS, PLAYGROUND, BASKETBALL COURT, CENTRAL STRUCTURE, WALKING PATHS Restrooms / Porta Potty Playground Community Garden Spray Park Bike Parking Monument Basketball Court Building/Structure Open Space Table and Chairs Benches Dog Park (On-Leash) Baseball / Softball Field Pool Dog Valet SITE FURNISHINGS CONDITION, POOR TO VERY GOOD - REPLACE / REPAIR AS NECESSARY WOODEN ARCH STRUCTURE AT N.E. CORNER IN POOR CONDITION, ROTTED / DAMAGED WOOD CENTRAL STRUCTURE IN GOOD CONDITION; SOME CONCRETE DAMAGE / DETERIORATION SITE FURNISHINGS CONDITION, POOR TO VERY GOOD - REPLACE / REPAIR AS NECESSARY Average Score = Inadequate Appearance (Welcoming entrance, landscaping/natural surface, special element, e.g. spray park, social gathering space, etc.) General Accessibility (condition of walkways, legibility of signage, clarity of rules, trip hazards, bike corrals) ADA Compliance (walkways, ramps at appropriate grades, ADA Parking, gates restrooms and equipment accessible) Equipment & Serviceability (furnishings, play structures, water fountain, buildings, restrooms, furnishings, trash and recycling bins, sports equipment, site drainage, athletic lighting. ---PAGE BREAK--- Hard Court Evaluation Form 3.7 38-SALEM COMMON N/A Inadequate Poor Good Excellent X X X X X X X X X X X 3.7 Comments Recommendations FEW LARGE CRACKS NO ADA ROUTE TO COURT Typical age of users Type of Structure Type of Surfacing COLORED ASPHALT, NEWER Length: Width: Athletic Lighting (reported adequacy, lack of spill / glare, general condition, etc.) Site Lighting Spectator Seating (condition, size, accessibility, etc.) Court Grade: Date of Evaluation 4/22/2015 Type of Court: BASKETBALL BACKBOARDS RUSTED (STANDARD GALV METAL) Number of Courts: 1 Playing Dimensions Geometry Condition of Structure and Surfacing (cracks, delamination, etc.) Planarity (playing surface - lack of dips, heaves, holes, correct slopes, etc.) Striping (Completeness, visibility, condition) Fencing (Perimeter fencing, backstops, outfield fencing, etc.) Court Hardware Safety (Run-outs, lack of obstructions, etc.). Support Equipment (bases, batting cages, goals, players benches, etc.) Average Score = ---PAGE BREAK--- Playground Evaluation Form 3.4 38-SALEM COMMON N/A Inadequate Poor Good Excellent X X X X X 3.4 Depth of Surfacing: Playground Grade: Date of Evaluation 4/22/2015 Intended Age Group of Users: 2-5 AND 5-12 Type of Surfacing: RUBBER Equipment Serviceability (play structures, spray parks, seating, etc.) Safety and Security (see attached check list) Appearance (Welcoming entrance, landscaping/natural surface, special element, e.g. spray park, social gathering space, etc) General Accessibility (condition of walkways, legibility of signage, clarity of rules, trip hazards, bike corrals) ADA Compliance (walkways, ramps at appropriate grades, ADA parking, gates, restrooms, and equipment accessible) Average Score = Comments Recommendations STRUCTURES GENERALLY IN GOOD CONDITION; OBSERVED INSPECT AND MAINTAIN ON REGULAR BASIS SEVERAL LOOSE BOLTS (ROPE LADDER) ADA ACCESSIBILITY COULD BE INCREASED (MADE MORE INCLUSIVE) ALONG ENTIRE EDGE ALONG PATH ELMINATE SMALL (2 FT.) GRASS STRIP ---PAGE BREAK--- Open Space Evaluation Form 3.7 38-SALEM COMMON N/A Inadequate Poor Good Excellent X X X X X X 3.7 Total Size General Description of Use OPEN LAWN AREAS FOR GENERAL PLAY Open Space Grade: Date of Evaluation 4/22/2015 Address WASHINGTON SQUARE Maintenance (well-maintained, mowed, paths cleared, etc.) Appearance (Welcoming entrance, landscaping, special element, e.g. monument, gathering space, etc.) General Accessibility (condition of walkways, legibility of signage, clarity of hours/uses, trip hazards) Safety and Security (site lighting, clear visibility, fencing, etc.) ADA Compliance (walkways, ramps at appropriate grades, ADA parking, gates, seating areas accessible) Adequate Seating Areas (benches, landscaped seating, tables, etc.) Recommendations OPEN LAWN AREAS USED DAILY FOR VARIETY Average Score = Comments OF PLAY AND RECREATION BY ALL AGES Maintain lawn areas regularly, core aerate, fertilize and lime topdress and overseed Maintain walkways and benches. Adjust gravel areas to use patterns ---PAGE BREAK--- P X 1 P c) P P P P P P P P P P P P P P d) P P P 2 P a) P P e) P P P P X P P P P P P b) P P P P 35 P 46 0.761 35.0 = Passing Condition = Inadequate Condition = Feature not present (blank box) % Score (Passing / Total) shown as decimal Score out of 4 Score X 4) Adequate handhold size # Of Passing Items Adequate Surfacing # of Total Items Free of loose nuts/bolts Anchors and footings are secure Smooth surfaces Free of worn/frayed cables Adequate surfacing Climbing Apparatus Grading Free of missing/broken parts Free of mold / signs of bacteria Free of protrusions Adequate lubrication Free of loose nuts/bolts Good visibility for supervision Free of loose step/ring/rung Free of standing water of 2” or greater Hardware in good condition Adequate surfacing below Capped ends / Free of sharp ends Swings Free of pinch, crush, or shearing points S-hooks are closed Free of equipment greater than 7ft high Adequate chains/seats/hangers Equipment Free of broken parts Composite Play Structures Equipment is stable Slides Free of broken glass/litter Free of loose steps or rails Good drainage / free of ponding Adequately smooth surfaces General Equipment continued… Free of trip hazards (holes, rocks) Legend: Playground Safety Evaluation Form 38-SALEM COMMON Good play area visibility Free of loose screw/bolts Adequate perimeter fencing Free of broken parts Adequate Lighting Free of entanglement hazards Adequate Shade / Sun protection Free of exposed footings Smooth surfaces Free of metal rust/wood rot Spray Parks / Water Features Adequate non-slip surfaces Equipment is Stable/secure Free of head entrapment Free of loose handholds/rails Free of excessive slopes / slip hazards Free of electrical equipment nearby Free of sharp objects / broken glass, etc. ---PAGE BREAK--- Salem Common Page 1 of 3 Entry plaza (southwest corner) Cinder path with metal edging, exposed roots Pathways through common Ornamental lighting Structure in center of common Historic archway ---PAGE BREAK--- Salem Common Page 2 of 3 Benches and receptacles Damaged benches Ornamental perimeter fence, damaged Neighborhood youth pick-up sports Concrete walks Cinder walking / jogging path Dog waste bag station ---PAGE BREAK--- Salem Common Page 3 of 3 Basketball court pavement Benches, tables adjacent court / play structure Accessible entrance path Loose hardware Swings Washer potential entanglement All Photos April 2015 ---PAGE BREAK--- Gale Associates, Inc . Engineers Planners 163 LIBBEY PARKWAY I WEYMOUTH, MA 02189 P [PHONE REDACTED] F [PHONE REDACTED] www.gainc.com Boston Baltimore Orlando San Francisco SALEM MARITIME HISTORIC SITE USE: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE ZONE: RESIDENTIAL TWO FAMILY (R2) AREA: 6.41 ACRES FACILITIES: BUILDING / STRUCTURE OPEN SPACE TABLES BENCHES MONUMENTS SELF-GUIDED AUDIO TOUR DOG PARK: ON-LEASH REST ROOMS PARKING- ON STREET WETLANDS: YES NAT. HERITAGE AREA: YES FLOOD ZONE: YES DERBY ST ORANGE ST HODGES CT HERBERT ST UNION ST PALFREY CT KOSCIUSKO ST DANIELS ST WHARF ST CONGRESS ST PEABODY ST ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- Summary Form 3.6 39-SALEM MARITIME HISTORIC SITE Size: General Description: Facility Type and Grades: Grading Legend 3.60 1 = Inadequate 3.60 2 = Poor 3 = Good 4 = Excellent Site Inventory: X X x X X X x General Site Conditions: N/A Marginal Good Excellent X X X X X Address: Dog Park (On-Leash) Baseball / Softball Field Pool Dog Valet Restrooms / Porta Potty Playground Community Garden Spray Park Bike Parking Monument (SHIP) Basketball Court Building/Structure Salem's Maritime historic site is a waterfront open space park with historic markers and activities. Includes lawn areas, stone dust walks, brick walks and benches. This park is operated and maintained by the National Park Service Open Space Overall Grade: Dog Park (Off-Leash) General Site Conditions Skate Park Average Score Rectangular Field AKA DERBY WHARF 193 DERBY STREET 6.41 Acres Table and Chairs 4/23/2015 - REPAIR STORM DAMAGE/EROSION AT TOP OF WHARF SEA WALL RECOMMENDATIONS: STONE DUST PATH MIGRATING BEYOND STEEL EDGING Date of Evaluation WEAR PATHS OF COMPACTED SOILS, STONE DUST, LACK OF TURF CAUSES SOME EROSION ON STEEPER BANKS SOME MARKERS / DISPLAYS ARE OFF THE PATH AND IN LAWN AREAS; FOOT TRAFFIC COMPACTS SOIL AND KILLS TURF - MAINTAIN TURF AND PROVIDE FORMAL PATHS AT HIGH WEAR AREAS Score 3.6 Tennis Courts Safety and Security (site lighting, fencing, play surfacing/structures, etc.) Lighting Designated Parking Benches Average Score = Inadequate Appearance (Welcoming entrance, landscaping/natural surface, special element, e.g. spray park, social gathering space, etc.) General Accessibility (condition of walkways, legibility of signage, clarity of rules, trip hazards, bike corrals) ADA Compliance (walkways, ramps at appropriate grades, ADA Parking, gates restrooms and equipment accessible) Equipment & Serviceability (furnishings, play structures, water fountain, buildings, restrooms, furnishings, trash and recycling bins, sports equipment, site drainage, athletic lighting. ---PAGE BREAK--- Salem Maritime Historic Site Page 1 of 1 Picnic table area Informational signs and receptacles Erosion between path and see wall Cinder path edging Erosion Erosion All Photos April 2015 ---PAGE BREAK--- Gale Associates, Inc . Engineers Planners 163 LIBBEY PARKWAY I WEYMOUTH, MA 02189 P [PHONE REDACTED] F [PHONE REDACTED] www.gainc.com Boston Baltimore Orlando San Francisco SALEM WILLOWS PARK USE: PARK ZONE: RESIDENTIAL CONSERVATION (RC) AREA: 24.62 ACRES FACILITIES: BUILDING / STRUCTURE OPEN SPACE BIKE PARKING TABLES BENCHES SITE LIGHTING MONUMENT BEACHES WHARF DOG PARK: ON-LEASH DOG VALET REST ROOMS PARKING- MULTIPLE LOCATIONS WETLANDS: YES NAT. HERITAGE AREA: YES FLOOD ZONE: YES ATHLETIC FACILITIES: TENNIS COURTS BASKETBALL COURT ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- Summary Form 3.0 40-SALEM WILLOWS PARK Size: General Description: Facility Type and Grades: Grading Legend 3.20 1 = Inadequate 3.33 2 = Poor 3.33 3 = Good 3.38 4 = Excellent 2.00 3.05 Site Inventory: x X X x X X X x X X X X X X General Site Conditions: N/A Marginal Good Excellent X X X x X Repair sea wall at west shoreline. Regularly maintain piers and docks. Improve handicap access with beach ramps, and elimiating grade changes at pavilions Lighting Designated Parking Benches Average Score = Inadequate Appearance (Welcoming entrance, landscaping/natural surface, special element, e.g. spray park, social gathering space, etc.) General Accessibility (condition of walkways, legibility of signage, clarity of rules, trip hazards, bike corrals) ADA Compliance (walkways, ramps at appropriate grades, ADA Parking, gates restrooms and equipment accessible) Equipment & Serviceability (furnishings, play structures, water fountain, buildings, restrooms, furnishings, trash and recycling bins, sports equipment, site drainage, athletic lighting. Table and Chairs 4/23/2015 Consider converting tennis to parking, consider demolishing obsolete buildings and creating additional park area RECOMMENDATIONS: Replace heaved and damaged walks as needed Date of Evaluation Replace older benches…aim to provide uniform bench style Maintain existing buildings regularly Consider formalizing additional parking in the central sections of the park Score 3.2 Tennis Courts Safety and Security (site lighting, fencing, play surfacing/structures, etc.) Overall Grade: Dog Park (Off-Leash) General Site Conditions Skate Park Average Score Rectangular Field 200 FORT AVENUE 24.62 Acres Open Spaces Basketball Tennis Field Address: Dog Park (On-Leash) Baseball / Softball Field Beach Dog Valet Restrooms / Porta Potty Playground Community Garden Spray Park Bike Parking Monument Basketball Court Building/Structure Salem Willows is a large, varied, historic amusment park / city park with a collection of buildings, 2 beaches, tennis, basketball, open spaces and an 'arcade' area. Open Space ---PAGE BREAK--- Open Space Evaluation Form 3.3 40-SALEM WILLOWS PARK N/A Inadequate Poor Good Excellent x x x x x x 3.3 Total Size General Description of Use Open lawns and picnic areas Open Space Grade: Date of Evaluation 4/23/2015 Address Maintenance (well-maintained, mowed, paths cleared, etc.) Appearance (Welcoming entrance, landscaping, special element, e.g. monument, gathering space, etc.) General Accessibility (condition of walkways, legibility of signage, clarity of hours/uses, trip hazards) Safety and Security (site lighting, clear visibility, fencing, etc.) ADA Compliance (walkways, ramps at appropriate grades, ADA parking, gates, seating areas accessible) Adequate Seating Areas (benches, landscaped seating, tables, etc.) Recommendations Aim to provide uniform style amenties Eliminate grade changes that limit accessiblitiy Average Score = Comments e.g. bench types Uniform directional signage throughout. -provide more park-like alternatives existing tennis and basketball remove metal guard rails and 'mafia' blocks Provide Handicap parking south Maintain trees - plant replacements Improve central park areas around ---PAGE BREAK--- Athletic Field Evaluation Form 2.0 40-SALEM WILLOWS PARK Length: N/A Inadequate Poor Good Excellent x X x X x x x x x x x X Field is not graded properly for athletics use. Great location, existing infrastructure Large, irregularly graded area used Regrade field area and formalize for athletics use. occasionally for sports install drainage and fill Rugby plays here Spectator Seating (condition, size, accessibility, etc.) Drainage Average Score = 2.0 Comments Recommendations Fencing (Perimeter fencing, gates, etc.) Irrigation (condition, coverage, reported adequacy) Safety (Run-outs, lack of obstructions, etc.). Support Equipment (goals, players benches, etc.) Athletic Lighting (reported adequacy, lack of spill / glare, general condition, etc.) Site Lighting Geometry Stand of Turf Planarity (playing surface - lack of dips, heaves, holes, etc.) Striping (Completeness, visibility, condition) Typical age of users: MPR Field Dimensions: Width Run-Out Field Grade: Date of Evaluation 4/23/2015 Type of Field: Open Field Area south Number of Fields: 1 ---PAGE BREAK--- Hard Court Evaluation Form 3.4 40-SALEM WILLOWS PARK N/A Inadequate Poor Good Excellent X X X X X X X x x x x 3.4 These courts are in relatively good condition replace perimeter fence Good location to focus tennis usage - based on existing infrastructure and adjacent uses. Shub/vine growth in fencing onto courts Fence in poor conditon, bent rusting provide alternative access mid-court Provide alternative accessible entry update lighting Spectator Seating (condition, size, accessibility, etc.) Average Score = Comments Recommendations Athletic lighting appears inadequate/out of date Repair adjacent parking to prevent drainage Fencing (Perimeter fencing, backstops, outfield fencing, etc.) Court Hardware Safety (Run-outs, lack of obstructions, etc.). Support Equipment (bases, batting cages, goals, players benches, etc.) Athletic Lighting (reported adequacy, lack of spill / glare, general condition, etc.) Site Lighting Geometry Condition of Structure and Surfacing (cracks, delamination, etc.) Planarity (playing surface - lack of dips, heaves, holes, correct slopes, etc.) Striping (Completeness, visibility, condition) Playing Dimensions Length: Width: Typical age of users Type of Structure Type of Surfacing Asphalt base with colored surface Court Grade: Date of Evaluation 4/23/2015 Type of Court: TENNIS (three courts) Number of Courts: 3 ---PAGE BREAK--- Hard Court Evaluation Form 3.3 40-SALEM WILLOWS PARK N/A Inadequate Poor Good Excellent X X X X x X X x x x x 3.3 provide formal obstacles to prevent vehicles from parking on courts Color surfacing in v. poor condition maintain backstops Standard backstops Spectator Seating (condition, size, accessibility, etc.) Average Score = Comments Recommendations Asphalt in good condition Repair and resurface asphalt Fencing (Perimeter fencing, backstops, outfield fencing, etc.) Court Hardware Safety (Run-outs, lack of obstructions, etc.). Support Equipment (bases, batting cages, goals, players benches, etc.) Athletic Lighting (reported adequacy, lack of spill / glare, general condition, etc.) Site Lighting Geometry Condition of Structure and Surfacing (cracks, delamination, etc.) Planarity (playing surface - lack of dips, heaves, holes, correct slopes, etc.) Striping (Completeness, visibility, condition) Playing Dimensions Length: Width: Typical age of users Type of Structure Type of Surfacing Colored Asphalt Court Grade: Date of Evaluation 4/23/2015 Type of Court: BASKETBALL Number of Courts: 1 ---PAGE BREAK--- Salem Willows Park page 1 of 6 NORTH PAVILION AREA – SALEM WILLOWS PARK Entry plaza from parking Main parking north Exposed roots, pavilions beyond Restroom building Path with benches overlooking water Beach (west) ---PAGE BREAK--- Salem Willows Park page 2 of 6 NORTH PAVILION AREA – SALEM WILLOWS PARK Concrete Band shell Fishing Pier Beach (north) Historic concession/arcade Access to beach (north) via stairs Overlook at northernmost point ---PAGE BREAK--- Salem Willows Park page 3 of 6 NORTH PAVILION AREA – SALEM WILLOWS PARK Walks and concession building Buildings, walks, tables & benches, fountain CENTRAL COURTS AND SHORELINE – SALEM WILLOWS PARK Drive and open field parking above court area Basketball court Tennis courts Grass drainage area between courts ---PAGE BREAK--- Salem Willows Park page 4 of 6 CENTRAL COURTS AND SHORELINE – SALEM WILLOWS PARK Tables, compacted soil under trees Ramp / Beach access west West shoreline access to beach West shoreline sea wall at beach Parking for docks - west West shoreline and picnic pavilion ---PAGE BREAK--- Salem Willows Park page 5 of 6 SOUTH FIELDS & BEACH AREA – SALEM WILLOWS PARK South field area South Field area & Deadhorse beach Dead Horse Beach Dead Horse Beach Dead Horse Beach All photos April or August 2015 ---PAGE BREAK--- Salem Willows Park page 6 of 6 PARK BUILDINGS – SALEM WILLOWS PARK Typical Picnic pavilion (north) Restroom Building Boat Charter Shack Concession building Vendor Shack North - Marina/dock shack ---PAGE BREAK--- Gale Associates, Inc . Engineers Planners 163 LIBBEY PARKWAY I WEYMOUTH, MA 02189 P [PHONE REDACTED] F [PHONE REDACTED] www.gainc.com Boston Baltimore Orlando San Francisco MAY ST SPLAINE PARK USE: PARK ZONE: RESIDENTIAL MULTI-FAMILY (R3) AREA: 1.85 ACRES FACILITIES: LITTLE LEAGUE FIELD BASKETBALL COURT BUILDING / STRUCTURE TABLES BENCHES LIGHTING MONUMENT DOG PARK: ON-LEASH PLAYGROUND PAVED PLAY AREA PARKING - ON STREET 2 DESIGNATED HC SPACES WETLANDS: NO NAT. HERITAGE AREA: NO FLOOD ZONE: NO SALEM FIVE BANK SALEM HEIGHTS CVS PHARMACY-PHOTO ATHLETIC FACILITIES: BASKETBALL COURT 60' BASELINE SOFTBALL 155' RF 150'LF ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- Summary Form 3.5 41-Splaine Park Size: General Description: Facility Type and Grades: Grading Legend 3.20 1 = Inadequate 3.11 2 = Poor 3.71 3 = Good 3.80 4 = Excellent 3.46 Site Inventory: X X X x X X x x X x General Site Conditions: N/A Marginal Good Excellent X X X X X Lighting Designated Parking Benches Average Score = Inadequate Appearance (Welcoming entrance, landscaping/natural surface, special element, e.g. spray park, social gathering space, etc.) General Accessibility (condition of walkways, legibility of signage, clarity of rules, trip hazards, bike corrals) ADA Compliance (walkways, ramps at appropriate grades, ADA Parking, gates restrooms and equipment accessible) Equipment & Serviceability (furnishings, play structures, water fountain, buildings, restrooms, furnishings, trash and recycling bins, sports equipment, site drainage, athletic lighting. Table and Chairs 1/21/2015 RECOMMENDATIONS: Clean up trash on hillside next to apartment complex. The site is otherwise well kept. Visitors requiring parking nearby Date of Evaluation face some difficulties. Maintain wood chip safety surfacing at swings Score 3.2 Tennis Courts Safety and Security (site lighting, fencing, play surfacing/structures, etc.) Overall Grade: Playground Dog Park (Off-Leash) General Site Conditions Hard Courts Baseball Field Skate Park Average Score Rectangular Field 23 May Street 1.85 Acres Address: Dog Park (On-Leash) Baseball / Softball Field Pool Dog Valet Restrooms / Porta Potty Playground Community Garden Spray Park Bike Parking Monument Basketball Court Building/Structure A recently renovated park with varied uses and multiple age groups serviced. Memorials and passive recreation opportunities including a community garden available. Parking is challenging for users that don't live in close proximity to park. Open Space ---PAGE BREAK--- Athletic Field Evaluation Form 3.1 41-Splaine Park 1st & 3rd Base L Field R Field C Field Backstop 60' 180' 160' 170' Yes N/A Inadequate Poor Good Excellent X x x X X X X X X X X X X Safety (Run-outs, lack of obstructions, etc.). Support Equipment (bases, dugouts, batting cages, players benches, etc.) Planarity (playing surface - lack of dips, heaves, holes, etc.) Striping (Completeness, visibility, condition) Fencing (Perimeter fencing, backstops, outfield fencing, etc.) Irrigation (condition, coverage, reported adequacy) 1/21/2015 60' Baseball Field 1 Little League Date of Evaluation Type of Field: Number of Fields: Typical age of users: Field Grade: Comments Recommendations Site Lighting Spectator Seating (condition, size, accessibility, etc.) Drainage Geometry Stand of Turf Average Score = 3.1 Athletic Lighting (reported adequacy, lack of spill / glare, general condition, etc.) Infield Condition (Infield material, base paths, etc.) Baseball/Softball Dimensions: Some safety concerns are possible due to proximity of adjacent venues and foul balls Undersized field - too small for regulation play ---PAGE BREAK--- Hard Court Evaluation Form 3.7 41-Splaine Park N/A Inadequate Poor Good Excellent X X X X X X X X X x X 3.7 Non-standard backstops with galv. Post and clear backstop boards and single hoops Comments Recommendations Site is in excellent condition Typical age of users 12 & up Type of Structure Type of Surfacing Asphalt paving, no color coat Length: Width: 72' 42' Site Lighting Spectator Seating (condition, size, accessibility, etc.) Court Grade: Date of Evaluation 1/21/2015 Type of Court: Basketball Number of Courts: 1 Playing Dimensions Geometry Condition of Structure and Surfacing (cracks, delamination, etc.) Planarity (playing surface - lack of dips, heaves, holes, correct slopes, etc.) Striping (Completeness, visibility, condition) Fencing (Perimeter fencing, backstops, outfield fencing, etc.) Court Hardware Safety (Run-outs, lack of obstructions, etc.). Support Equipment (bases, batting cages, goals, players benches, etc.) Average Score = Athletic Lighting (reported adequacy, lack of spill / glare, general condition, etc.) ---PAGE BREAK--- Playground Evaluation Form 3.8 41-Splaine Park N/A Inadequate Poor Good Excellent x X X X X 3.8 Depth of Surfacing: 1 inch Playground Grade: Date of Evaluation 1/21/2015 Intended Age Group of Users: 3-6 Years Old Type of Surfacing: Ruber Mat Equipment Serviceability (play structures, spray parks, seating, etc.) Safety and Security (see attached check list) Appearance (Welcoming entrance, landscaping/natural surface, special element, e.g. spray park, social gathering space, etc) General Accessibility (condition of walkways, legibility of signage, clarity of rules, trip hazards, bike corrals) ADA Compliance (walkways, ramps at appropriate grades, ADA parking, gates, restrooms, and equipment accessible) Average Score = Comments Recommendations Maintain wood chips at swings ---PAGE BREAK--- P X 1 X c) P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P d) P P P P 2 P a) P P e) P P P P P P P P P P P b) P P P P 38 P 46 0.826 38.0 = Passing Condition = Inadequate Condition = Feature not present (blank box) % Score (Passing / Total) shown as decimal Score out of 4 Score X 4) Adequate handhold size # Of Passing Items Adequate Surfacing # of Total Items Free of loose nuts/bolts Anchors and footings are secure Smooth surfaces Free of worn/frayed cables Adequate surfacing Climbing Apparatus Grading Free of missing/broken parts Free of mold / signs of bacteria Free of protrusions Adequate lubrication Free of loose nuts/bolts Good visibility for supervision Free of loose step/ring/rung Free of standing water of 2” or greater Hardware in good condition Adequate surfacing below Capped ends / Free of sharp ends Swings Free of pinch, crush, or shearing points S-hooks are closed Free of equipment greater than 7ft high Adequate chains/seats/hangers Equipment Free of broken parts Composite Play Structures Equipment is stable Slides Free of broken glass/litter Free of loose steps or rails Good drainage / free of ponding Adequately smooth surfaces General Equipment continued… Free of trip hazards (holes, rocks) Legend: Playground Safety Evaluation Form 41-Splaine Park Good play area visibility Free of loose screw/bolts Adequate perimeter fencing Free of broken parts Adequate Lighting Free of entanglement hazards Adequate Shade / Sun protection Free of exposed footings Smooth surfaces Free of metal rust/wood rot Spray Parks / Water Features Adequate non-slip surfaces Equipment is Stable/secure Free of head entrapment Free of loose handholds/rails Free of excessive slopes / slip hazards Free of electrical equipment nearby Free of sharp objects / broken glass, etc. ---PAGE BREAK--- Splaine Park Page 1 of 2 Park Entry Play area Play areas Basketball Court Shade Structure Softball Backstop ---PAGE BREAK--- Splaine Park Page 2 of 2 Softball Players Bench Playscape and surface Swings and Wood Chip Surface Play Equipment and rubber surface Path to adjacent housing S All Pictures April and August 2015 ---PAGE BREAK--- Gale Associates, Inc . Engineers Planners 163 LIBBEY PARKWAY I WEYMOUTH, MA 02189 P [PHONE REDACTED] F [PHONE REDACTED] www.gainc.com Boston Baltimore Orlando San Francisco DERBY ST SWINIUCH PARK USE: URBAN POCKET PARK ZONE: BUSINESS NEIGHBORHOOD (B1) AREA: 0.03 ACRES FACILITIES: BENCHES STREET LIGHTING MONUMENT DOG PARK: ON-LEASH PARKING - ON STREET WETLANDS: NO NAT. HERITAGE AREA: NO FLOOD ZONE: NO BENTLEY ST HARDY ST YE OLDE PEPPER COMPANY ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- Summary Form 3.4 42-SWINIUCH PARK Size: General Description: Facility Type and Grades: Grading Legend 3.40 1 = Inadequate 3.40 2 = Poor 3 = Good 4 = Excellent Site Inventory: X X X X General Site Conditions: N/A Marginal Good Excellent X X X X X Address: Dog Park (On-Leash) Baseball / Softball Field Pool Dog Valet Restrooms / Porta Potty Playground Community Garden Spray Park Bike Parking Monument Basketball Court Building/Structure Very small corner pocket park with memorial stone, landscaping and granite benches. Open Space Overall Grade: Dog Park (Off-Leash) General Site Conditions Skate Park Average Score Rectangular Field 128 DERBY STREET 0.03 Acres Table and Chairs 4/23/2015 RECOMMENDATIONS: GENERALLY NEEDS MAINTENANCE OF FLOWER BEDS AND WEEDING OF STONE EDGE ALONG SIDEWALK. Date of Evaluation WOODEN POST IN PLAZA BROKEN (BUT NOT STOLEN). Score 3.4 Tennis Courts Safety and Security (site lighting, fencing, play surfacing/structures, etc.) Lighting Designated Parking Benches Average Score = Inadequate Appearance (Welcoming entrance, landscaping/natural surface, special element, e.g. spray park, social gathering space, etc.) General Accessibility (condition of walkways, legibility of signage, clarity of rules, trip hazards, bike corrals) ADA Compliance (walkways, ramps at appropriate grades, ADA Parking, gates restrooms and equipment accessible) Equipment & Serviceability (furnishings, play structures, water fountain, buildings, restrooms, furnishings, trash and recycling bins, sports equipment, site drainage, athletic lighting. ---PAGE BREAK--- Swiniuch Park Page 1 of 1 View facing north View facing east Plant bed areas Memorial, bench at tree, damaged post Memorial plaque All Pictures April 2015 ---PAGE BREAK--- Gale Associates, Inc . Engineers Planners 163 LIBBEY PARKWAY I WEYMOUTH, MA 02189 P [PHONE REDACTED] F [PHONE REDACTED] www.gainc.com Boston Baltimore Orlando San Francisco WILLOW BEACH USE: BEACH ZONE: RESIDENTIAL ONE FAMILY (R1) AREA: 0.16 ACRES FACILITIES: BEACH (CLOSED) PARKING- ON STREET WETLANDS: YES NAT. HERITAGE AREA: NO FLOOD ZONE: YES WILLOW AVE MESSERVY ST GREEN ST ATHLETIC FACILITIES: BASKETBALL COURT 60' BASELINE SOFTBALL WITH ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- Summary Form 1.0 43-WILLOW BEACH Size: General Description: Facility Type and Grades: Grading Legend 1.00 1 = Inadequate 1.00 2 = Poor 3 = Good 4 = Excellent Site Inventory: X General Site Conditions: N/A Marginal Good Excellent X X Lighting Designated Parking Benches Average Score = Inadequate Appearance (Welcoming entrance, landscaping/natural surface, special element, e.g. spray park, social gathering space, etc.) General Accessibility (condition of walkways, legibility of signage, clarity of rules, trip hazards, bike corrals) ADA Compliance (walkways, ramps at appropriate grades, ADA Parking, gates restrooms and equipment accessible) Equipment & Serviceability (furnishings, play structures, water fountain, buildings, restrooms, furnishings, trash and recycling bins, sports equipment, site drainage, athletic lighting. X Table and Chairs 4/23/2015 RECOMMENDATIONS: Area appears closed to public Date of Evaluation X X limited access No real facilities. Fence and gates in poor condition Score 1.0 Tennis Courts Safety and Security (site lighting, fencing, play surfacing/structures, etc.) Overall Grade: Dog Park (Off-Leash) General Site Conditions Skate Park Average Score Rectangular Field 24 WILLOW AVENUE 0.16 Acres Address: Dog Park (On-Leash) Baseball / Softball Field Beach Dog Valet Restrooms / Porta Potty Playground Community Garden Spray Park Bike Parking Monument Basketball Court Building/Structure SMALL RIBBON OF BEACH SURROUNDED BY PRIVATE PROPERTY. ONLY ACCESSIBLE FROM END OF CITY STREETS. FENCED OFF WITH GATES. Open Space ---PAGE BREAK--- Willow Beach Park Page 1 of 1 Beach area fenced off from access Narrow beach Stairs to beach, fenced off access Photos April 2015 ---PAGE BREAK--- Gale Associates, Inc . Engineers Planners 163 LIBBEY PARKWAY I WEYMOUTH, MA 02189 P [PHONE REDACTED] F [PHONE REDACTED] www.gainc.com Boston Baltimore Orlando San Francisco WINTER ISLAND RD WINTER ISLAND PARK USE: PARK ZONE: RESIDENTIAL TWO FAMILY (R2) AREA: 27.10 ACRES FACILITIES: BUILDING / STRUCTURE OPEN SPACE BEACH CAMPING BIKE PARKING TABLES BENCHES STREET LIGHTING MONUMENT RESTROOM DOG PARK: ON-LEASH PLAYGROUND MARINA BOAT LAUNCH WETLANDS: YES NAT. HERITAGE AREA: YES (WINTER ISLAND LIGHT) FLOOD ZONE: YES CAT COVE HALFTIDE ROCK SMITH POOL SOUTH CHANNEL ABBOT ROCK ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- Summary Form 2.9 44-WINTER ISLAND PARK Size: General Description: Facility Type and Grades: Grading Legend 3.00 1 = Inadequate 2.75 2 = Poor 2.83 3 = Good 2.86 4 = Excellent Site Inventory: X X X X X X X X X X X General Site Conditions: N/A Marginal Good Excellent X X X X X CONTINUE TO PURSUE MASTER PLANNING OBJECTIVES (2011 - BY OTHERS) POPULAR CAMP GROUND. OVERALL CIRCULATION, DIRECTIONAL SIGNAGE, APPEARANCE, MAINTENANCE VERY GOOD Lighting Designated Parking Benches Average Score = Inadequate Appearance (Welcoming entrance, landscaping/natural surface, special element, e.g. spray park, social gathering space, etc.) General Accessibility (condition of walkways, legibility of signage, clarity of rules, trip hazards, bike corrals) ADA Compliance (walkways, ramps at appropriate grades, ADA Parking, gates restrooms and equipment accessible) Equipment & Serviceability (furnishings, play structures, water fountain, buildings, restrooms, furnishings, trash and recycling bins, sports equipment, site drainage, athletic lighting. Table and Chairs 4/23/2015 RENOVATE RESTROOMS/SHOWERS, CAMP OFFICE, CAMPSITES AND FUNCTION HALL TO IMPROVE ACCESSIBILIT RECOMMENDATIONS: CONTROL INVASIVE SPECIES AND WEED GROWTH THROUGHOUT PARK Date of Evaluation REPURPOSE/RENOVATE HISTORIC HANGER & COAST GUARD BARRACKS UNIFY BENCH TYPE/MODELS / FORMALIZE SEATING AREAS BETWEEN PARKING AND SHORELINE Score 3.0 Tennis Courts Safety and Security (site lighting, fencing, play surfacing/structures, etc.) FOOT PATHS ARE UNIMPROVED, UNMAINTAINED, Overall Grade: Playground Open Space (Coastal) Dog Park (Off-Leash) General Site Conditions Skate Park Average Score Rectangular Field 50 WINTER ISLAND ROAD 27.1 Acres Address: Dog Park (On-Leash) Baseball / Softball Field Beach Dog Valet Restrooms / Porta Potty Playground Community Garden Spray Park Bike Parking Monument Basketball Court Building/Structure LARGE MULTI-USE WATERFRONT PARK WITH CAMPING, PICNIC AREAS, BEACH, BOAT LAUNCH, PIER, PLAYGROUND AS WELL AS HISTORIC BUILDINGS, A FUNCTION HALL AND A HISTORIC FORT & LIGHTHOUSE Open Space ---PAGE BREAK--- Playground Evaluation Form 2.8 44-WINTER ISLAND PARK N/A Inadequate Poor Good Excellent X X X X 2.8 Depth of Surfacing: Playground Grade: Date of Evaluation 4/23/2015 Intended Age Group of Users: 5-12 Type of Surfacing: WOOD FIBER Equipment Serviceability (play structures, spray parks, seating, etc.) Safety and Security (see attached check list) Appearance (Welcoming entrance, landscaping/natural surface, special element, e.g. spray park, social gathering space, etc) General Accessibility (condition of walkways, legibility of signage, clarity of rules, trip hazards, bike corrals) ADA Compliance (walkways, ramps at appropriate grades, ADA parking, gates, restrooms, and equipment accessible) Average Score = Comments Recommendations METAL PINS IN PLASTIC EDGING STICKING UP DRIVE ALL PINS DOWN WALK PAVEMENT TO SURFACING NOT ADA COMPLIANT ADA RAMP TO STRUCTURE DOES NOT MEET SURFACING DEPTH OF SURFACING HAS SETTLED, IS INADEQUATE PROVIDE ACCESSIBLE WALK FROM PARKING REGRADE, ADD EDGING OR RUBBER MATS TO HOLD ADD WOOD CHIPS TO REQUIRED DEPTH SURFACING ---PAGE BREAK--- P X 1 X c) P P P P P P P P X P P X P d) P P 2 a) P e) P P P P P P X X P X b) 20 46 0.435 20.0 = Passing Condition = Inadequate Condition = Feature not present (blank box) % Score (Passing / Total) shown as decimal Score out of 4 Score X 4) Adequate handhold size # Of Passing Items Adequate Surfacing # of Total Items Free of loose nuts/bolts Anchors and footings are secure Smooth surfaces Free of worn/frayed cables Adequate surfacing Climbing Apparatus Grading Free of missing/broken parts Free of mold / signs of bacteria Free of protrusions Adequate lubrication Free of loose nuts/bolts Good visibility for supervision Free of loose step/ring/rung Free of standing water of 2” or greater Hardware in good condition Adequate surfacing below Capped ends / Free of sharp ends Swings Free of pinch, crush, or shearing points S-hooks are closed Free of equipment greater than 7ft high Adequate chains/seats/hangers Equipment Free of broken parts Composite Play Structures Equipment is stable Slides Free of broken glass/litter Free of loose steps or rails Good drainage / free of ponding Adequately smooth surfaces General Equipment continued… Free of trip hazards (holes, rocks) Legend: Playground Safety Evaluation Form 44-WINTER ISLAND PARK Good play area visibility Free of loose screw/bolts Adequate perimeter fencing Free of broken parts Adequate Lighting Free of entanglement hazards Adequate Shade / Sun protection Free of exposed footings Smooth surfaces Free of metal rust/wood rot Spray Parks / Water Features Adequate non-slip surfaces Equipment is Stable/secure Free of head entrapment Free of loose handholds/rails Free of excessive slopes / slip hazards Free of electrical equipment nearby Free of sharp objects / broken glass, etc. ---PAGE BREAK--- Open Space Evaluation Form 2.8 44-WINTER ISLAND PARK N/A Inadequate Poor Good Excellent X X X X X X 2.8 Total Size General Description of Use GENERAL OPEN AREAS ALONG SHORELINE Open Space Grade: Date of Evaluation 4/23/2015 Address Maintenance (well-maintained, mowed, paths cleared, etc.) Appearance (Welcoming entrance, landscaping, special element, e.g. monument, gathering space, etc.) General Accessibility (condition of walkways, legibility of signage, clarity of hours/uses, trip hazards) Safety and Security (site lighting, clear visibility, fencing, etc.) ADA Compliance (walkways, ramps at appropriate grades, ADA parking, gates, seating areas accessible) Adequate Seating Areas (benches, landscaped seating, tables, etc.) Recommendations SMALL GAZEBO OVERLOOKING OCEAN NEAR FORMALIZE TRAILS AND WALKWAYS FOR ACCESS AND Average Score = Comments MARINA AND DOCKS EROSION CONTROL MANY TYPES OF BENCHES, OLD TO NEW, ALL PROVIDE TEMPORARY ACCESSIBLE PANELS/AMENITIES AT IN GOOD CONDITION BEACH DURING SEASON FOR BEACH ACCESSIBILITY (DEAD HORSE AND WAIKIKI PROVIDE BEST ACCESSIBIBLE BEACHES) ---PAGE BREAK--- Open Space Evaluation Form 3.3 44-WINTER ISLAND PARK N/A Inadequate Poor Good Excellent X X X X X X 3.3 OCCASSIONAL GRILL AT CAMP SITES LARGE PAVILION AND ADJACENT ARBOR PROVIDE 2 OR 3 ACCESSIBLE CAMP SITES. DESIGNATED HC PARKING PURSUE MASTER PLAN OBJECTIVES PICNIC TABLES AT AREA ABOVE PAVILLION FORMALIZE PERIMETER WALKING PATHS ADA Compliance (walkways, ramps at appropriate grades, ADA parking, gates, seating areas accessible) Adequate Seating Areas (benches, landscaped seating, tables, etc.) Average Score = Comments Recommendations Maintenance (well-maintained, mowed, paths cleared, etc.) Appearance (Welcoming entrance, landscaping, special element, e.g. monument, gathering space, etc.) General Accessibility (condition of walkways, legibility of signage, clarity of hours/uses, trip hazards) Safety and Security (site lighting, clear visibility, fencing, etc.) Total Size General Description of Use GENERAL OPEN AREAS INTERIOR Open Space Grade: Date of Evaluation 4/23/2015 Address ---PAGE BREAK--- Open Space Evaluation Form 3.0 44-WINTER ISLAND PARK N/A Inadequate Poor Good Excellent X X X X 3.0 SHARED WITH CAMPGROUND CAMPGROUND BIKE RACK ON PATH AT BEACH ENTRANCE PROVIDE TEMPORARY ACCESS/WALK PANELS DURRING SEASON OUTDOOR SHOWER AVAILABLE FOR ACCESSIBLITY. SHALLOW SLOPE OF BEACH MAKES THIS ADJACENT RESTROOM & SHOWER BUILDING A BETTER LOCATION FOR ACCESSIBLE BEACH ACCESS. ADA Compliance (walkways, ramps at appropriate grades, ADA parking, gates, seating areas accessible) Adequate Seating Areas (benches, landscaped seating, tables, etc.) Average Score = Comments Recommendations Maintenance (well-maintained, mowed, paths cleared, etc.) Appearance (Welcoming entrance, landscaping, special element, e.g. monument, gathering space, etc.) General Accessibility (condition of walkways, legibility of signage, clarity of hours/uses, trip hazards) Safety and Security (site lighting, clear visibility, fencing, etc.) Total Size General Description of Use WAIKIKI BEACH Open Space Grade: Date of Evaluation 4/23/2015 Address ---PAGE BREAK--- Open Space Evaluation Form 2.2 44-WINTER ISLAND PARK N/A Inadequate Poor Good Excellent X X X X X 2.2 MARKERS / SIGNS IN FAIR CONDITION; SOME MOISTURE INSIDE CASES, SOME FADING WOOD R.R. TIE STEPS DOWN TO LIGHT HOUSE ARE IN POOR, HAZARDOUS CONDITION NO MAJOR SIGN ALONG MAIN DRIVE UNIFY SIGNAGE GRAPHICS AND TYPES THROUGHOUT PARK UNEVEN, GRAVEL / DIRT PATH IN TO SITE FORMALIZE AND IMPROVE WALKING TRAIL SYSTEM PATH AROUND SITE IS COMPACTED EARTH PURSUE MASTER PLANNING OBJECTIVES (2011 MASTER PLAN) ADA Compliance (walkways, ramps at appropriate grades, ADA parking, gates, seating areas accessible) Adequate Seating Areas (benches, landscaped seating, tables, etc.) Average Score = Comments Recommendations Maintenance (well-maintained, mowed, paths cleared, etc.) Appearance (Welcoming entrance, landscaping, special element, e.g. monument, gathering space, etc.) General Accessibility (condition of walkways, legibility of signage, clarity of hours/uses, trip hazards) Safety and Security (site lighting, clear visibility, fencing, etc.) Total Size General Description of Use FORT PICKERING AREA Open Space Grade: Date of Evaluation 4/23/2015 Address ---PAGE BREAK--- Winter Island Park Page 1 of 5 Park Entry / guard shack Path to beach, bike rack, shade structure, shower Outdoor shower at beach Waikiki Beach For Pickering ammunition bunker Fort Pickering earthworks ---PAGE BREAK--- Winter Island Park Page 2 of 5 Fort Pickering earthworks View from main parking toward camp Light house Worn trail down towards marina Dingy rack at main parking area Camp sites with grills ---PAGE BREAK--- Winter Island Park Page 3 of 5 Pier Boat launch Coast guard hanger / Main parking Main parking Surfacing edging Surfacing edging ---PAGE BREAK--- Winter Island Park Page 4 of 5 Accessible ramp into structure above surfacing Path to play area Function area tables Playscape Picnic Pavilion and function area Signage at entry drive ---PAGE BREAK--- Winter Island Park Page 5 of 5 WINTER ISLAND BUILDINGS Guard Shack Picnic Pavilion Camp Restrooms/Showers Picnic pavilion (at parking) Historic Coast Guard Hanger Function/events building Missing photos: Harbor Master shack, historic coast guard barracks All Photos April and August 2015 ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- Gale Associates, Inc . Engineers Planners 163 LIBBEY PARKWAY I WEYMOUTH, MA 02189 P [PHONE REDACTED] F [PHONE REDACTED] www.gainc.com Boston Baltimore Orlando San Francisco HEIGHTS USE: PARK ZONE: RESIDENTIAL ONE FAMILY (R1) AREA: 15.0 ACRES FACILITIES: SOFTBALL FIELD BASKETBALL COURT OPEN SPACE SITE LIGHTING AT SCHOOL DOG PARK: ON-LEASH PLAYGROUND PARKING 106 SPACES AT ADJACENT SCHOOL WETLANDS: YES NAT. HERITAGE AREA: NO FLOOD ZONE: NO PURITAN RD WITCH WAY PIONEER CIR RD BEDFORD ST FREDERICK ST BELLEVIEW AVE BRENTWOOD AVE HILTON ST ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- Summary Form 3.3 Heights Size: General Description: Facility Type and Grades: Grading Legend 3.60 1 = Inadequate - 2 = Poor 3.40 3 = Good 3.29 4 = Excellent 3.00 3.32 Site Inventory: X X X x General Site Conditions: N/A Marginal Good Excellent X X X X X Address: Dog Park (On-Leash) Baseball / Softball Field Pool Dog Valet Restrooms / Porta Potty Playground Community Garden Spray Park Bike Parking Monument Basketball Court Building/Structure An Elementary school with a Baseball field located to the north and a larger playground and basketball court on the south end of the site. Open Space Overall Grade: Playground Dog Park (Off-Leash) General Site Conditions Hard Courts Baseball/Softball Field Multi-Purpose Rectangular Field Skate Park Average Score Rectangular Field Frederick Street 15 Acres Provide accessible curb cuts and ramps at drives. Maintain playground equipement and safety surfacing (wood chips) Score 3.6 Tennis Courts Safety and Security (site lighting, fencing, play surfacing/structures, etc.) Equipment & Serviceability (furnishings, play structures, water fountain, buildings, restrooms, furnishings, trash and recycling bins, sports equipment, site drainage, athletic lighting. Table and Chairs 1/20/2015 RECOMMENDATIONS: Maintain baseball grass surface and players areas Date of Evaluation Lighting Designated Parking Benches Average Score = Inadequate Appearance (Welcoming entrance, landscaping/natural surface, special element, e.g. spray park, social gathering space, etc.) General Accessibility (condition of walkways, legibility of signage, clarity of rules, trip hazards, bike corrals) ADA Compliance (walkways, ramps at appropriate grades, ADA Parking, gates restrooms and equipment accessible) ---PAGE BREAK--- Athletic Field Evaluation Form 3.4 Heights 1st & 3rd Base L Field R Field C Field Backstop 60' 200' 160' 234' Yes N/A Inadequate Poor Good Excellent X X X x X X X X X X X X X Consider taller fence at left outfield to prevent balls from going off adjacent slope Maintain/confirm irrigation operation Field is in good conditions with minor maintenance needs Maintain turf and fencing Galvanized chain link fencing Field Grade: Comments Recommendations Site Lighting Spectator Seating (condition, size, accessibility, etc.) Drainage Geometry Stand of Turf Average Score = 3.4 Athletic Lighting (reported adequacy, lack of spill / glare, general condition, etc.) Infield Condition (Infield material, base paths, etc.) Baseball/Softball Dimensions: 1/20/2015 Baseball/Softball 1 Youth Date of Evaluation Type of Field: Number of Fields: Typical age of users: Safety (Run-outs, lack of obstructions, etc.). Support Equipment (bases, dugouts, batting cages, players benches, etc.) Planarity (playing surface - lack of dips, heaves, holes, etc.) Striping (Completeness, visibility, condition) Fencing (Perimeter fencing, backstops, outfield fencing, etc.) Irrigation (condition, coverage, reported adequacy) ---PAGE BREAK--- Hard Court Evaluation Form 3.3 Heights N/A Inadequate Poor Good Excellent X X X X X X X X X X 3.3 Standard basketball standards and backstops black vinyl CLF Number of Courts: 1 Playing Dimensions Geometry Condition of Structure and Surfacing (cracks, delamination, etc.) Planarity (playing surface - lack of dips, heaves, holes, correct slopes, etc.) Striping (Completeness, visibility, condition) Fencing (Perimeter fencing, backstops, outfield fencing, etc.) Court Hardware Safety (Run-outs, lack of obstructions, etc.). Support Equipment (bases, batting cages, goals, players benches, etc.) Average Score = Athletic Lighting (reported adequacy, lack of spill / glare, general condition, etc.) Site Lighting Spectator Seating (condition, size, accessibility, etc.) Court Grade: Date of Evaluation 1/20/2015 Type of Court: Basketball Typical age of users 12 & up Type of Structure Type of Surfacing N/A Asphalt court with color coating Length: Width: Comments Recommendations Court and surfacing in good condition few, if any cracks In good condition Repair damaged gates and fence ---PAGE BREAK--- Playground Evaluation Form 3.0 Heights N/A Inadequate Poor Good Excellent X X X X X 3.0 Type of Surfacing: Wood Chips Playground Grade: Date of Evaluation 1/20/2015 Intended Age Group of Users: 6-12 years old Comments Recommendations Depth of Surfacing: 3+ inches Safety and Security (see attached check list) Appearance (Welcoming entrance, landscaping/natural surface, special element, e.g. spray park, social gathering space, etc) General Accessibility (condition of walkways, legibility of signage, clarity of rules, trip hazards, bike corrals) ADA Compliance (walkways, ramps at appropriate grades, ADA parking, gates, restrooms, and equipment accessible) Equipment Serviceability (play structures, spray parks, seating, etc.) Average Score = Saftey surfacing settled, too low Maintain safety surfacing walk from parking is marginally accessible Maintain equipment regularly repair walk and provide ramp at drive. ---PAGE BREAK--- P X 1 X c) P P X P X P P P P P P P P x P d) P P X P 2 P a) P P e) P P P P P P P X P P x b) P P P P 31 x 46 0.674 31.0 Equipment is Stable/secure Free of head entrapment Free of loose handholds/rails Free of excessive slopes / slip hazards Free of electrical equipment nearby Free of sharp objects / broken glass, etc. Adequate Shade / Sun protection Free of exposed footings Smooth surfaces Free of metal rust/wood rot Spray Parks / Water Features Adequate non-slip surfaces Good play area visibility Free of loose screw/bolts Adequate perimeter fencing Free of broken parts Adequate Lighting Free of entanglement hazards Legend: Playground Safety Evaluation Form Heights Slides Free of broken glass/litter Free of loose steps or rails Good drainage / free of ponding Adequately smooth surfaces General Equipment continued… Free of trip hazards (holes, rocks) Free of loose nuts/bolts Good visibility for supervision Free of loose step/ring/rung Free of standing water of 2” or greater Hardware in good condition Adequate surfacing below Capped ends / Free of sharp ends Swings Free of pinch, crush, or shearing points S-hooks are closed Free of equipment greater than 7ft high Adequate chains/seats/hangers Equipment Free of broken parts Composite Play Structures Equipment is stable Free of missing/broken parts Free of mold / signs of bacteria Free of protrusions Adequate lubrication Smooth surfaces Free of worn/frayed cables Adequate surfacing Climbing Apparatus Grading = Passing Condition = Inadequate Condition = Feature not present (blank box) % Score (Passing / Total) shown as decimal Score out of 4 Score X 4) Adequate handhold size # Of Passing Items Adequate Surfacing # of Total Items Free of loose nuts/bolts Anchors and footings are secure ---PAGE BREAK--- School Page 1 of 2 Ball field North – backstop and safety fence Ball field North Ball Field North Ball Field North 1st base line Ball Field North Access to Play area (south) ---PAGE BREAK--- School Page 1 of 2 Play Area south Play area south Play Area south Basketball court south Basketball court South Play Area South Photos April and August 2015 ---PAGE BREAK--- Summary Form 3.4 46-Hawthorne Boulevard Islands Size: General Description: Facility Type and Grades: Grading Legend 3.40 1 = Inadequate 3.40 2 = Poor 3 = Good 4 = Excellent Site Inventory: X X X X General Site Conditions: N/A Marginal Good Excellent X x x x X Address: Dog Park (On-Leash) Baseball / Softball Field Beach Dog Valet Restrooms / Porta Potty Playground Community Garden Spray Park Bike Parking Monument Basketball Court Building/Structure Urban boulevard island, including ornamental lighting, monuments, bike share station, mature trees and ornamental landscape and orientation signs on south end. Open Space Overall Grade: Dog Park (Off-Leash) General Site Conditions Skate Park Average Score Rectangular Field Hawthorne Blvd. Islands Essex to Derby Street Table and Chairs 4/23/2015 COMMENTS Large trees and ornamental plantings Date of Evaluation Multiple monuments and orientation signage Concrete walks around perimeter Score 3.4 Tennis Courts Safety and Security (site lighting, fencing, play surfacing/structures, etc.) Lighting Designated Parking Benches Average Score = Inadequate Appearance (Welcoming entrance, landscaping/natural surface, special element, e.g. spray park, social gathering space, etc.) General Accessibility (condition of walkways, legibility of signage, clarity of rules, trip hazards, bike corrals) ADA Compliance (walkways, ramps at appropriate grades, ADA Parking, gates restrooms and equipment accessible) Equipment & Serviceability (furnishings, play structures, water fountain, buildings, restrooms, furnishings, trash and recycling bins, sports equipment, site drainage, athletic lighting. ---PAGE BREAK--- COLLINS COVE WALKING PATH From Salem Bike Routes Map ---PAGE BREAK--- Summary Form 3.3 47-Collins Cove Walking Path Size: General Description: Facility Type and Grades: Grading Legend 3.60 1 = Inadequate 3.33 2 = Poor 3.27 3 = Good 4 = Excellent Site Inventory: X x X X X General Site Conditions: N/A Marginal Good Excellent X x X x X Address: Dog Park (On-Leash) Baseball / Softball Field Beach Water Fount. (abandoned) Pvc conc. Restrooms / Porta Potty Playground Community Garden Spray Park Bike Parking Monument Basketball Court Building/Structure A waterfront walk between seawall and adjacent residences with asphalt walkway, ornamental lighting, benches and a small beach area on the west end. Open Space Overall Grade: Dog Park (Off-Leash) General Site Conditions Skate Park Average Score Rectangular Field Shoreline between collins and sxtella ln. Open Spaces Table and Chairs 8/8/2015 RECOMMENDATIONS: Maintain Seawall west Date of Evaluation Consider converting lighting to cut off lighting (reduce glare) Consider expanding linkages to other pathways NE. Score 3.6 Tennis Courts Safety and Security (site lighting, fencing, play surfacing/structures, etc.) Lighting Designated Parking Benches Average Score = Inadequate Appearance (Welcoming entrance, landscaping/natural surface, special element, e.g. spray park, social gathering space, etc.) General Accessibility (condition of walkways, legibility of signage, clarity of rules, trip hazards, bike corrals) ADA Compliance (walkways, ramps at appropriate grades, ADA Parking, gates restrooms and equipment accessible) Equipment & Serviceability (furnishings, play structures, water fountain, buildings, restrooms, furnishings, trash and recycling bins, sports equipment, site drainage, athletic lighting. ---PAGE BREAK--- Open Space Evaluation Form 3.3 47-Collins Cove Walking Path N/A Inadequate Poor Good Excellent x x x x x x 3.3 Asphalt walks in need of repair (west) Repair heaved and cracked walks, provide linkages to Seawall in need of maintenance (west) adjacent Ayube bike path Beach in generally good condition Repair accesible ramps ADA Compliance (walkways, ramps at appropriate grades, ADA parking, gates, seating areas accessible) Adequate Seating Areas (benches, landscaped seating, tables, etc.) Recommendations Water fountain (abandoned) west Remove abandoned water fountain. Average Score = Comments Maintenance (well-maintained, mowed, paths cleared, etc.) Appearance (Welcoming entrance, landscaping, special element, e.g. monument, gathering space, etc.) General Accessibility (condition of walkways, legibility of signage, clarity of hours/uses, trip hazards) Safety and Security (site lighting, clear visibility, fencing, etc.) Total Size General Description of Use Open lawn, asphalt walk and beach Open Space Grade: Date of Evaluation 8/8/2015 Address ---PAGE BREAK--- Gale Associates, Inc . Engineers Planners 163 LIBBEY PARKWAY I WEYMOUTH, MA 02189 P [PHONE REDACTED] F [PHONE REDACTED] www.gainc.com Boston Baltimore Orlando San Francisco SALEM HIGH SCHOOL USE: SCHOOL ZONE: RESIDENTIAL CONSERVATION (RC) AREA: 16.86 ACRES FACILITIES: BASKETBALL COURT TENNIS COURT BOWDITCH SCHOOL FIELD 165 x 300 UPPER FIELD 180+ x 330 LOWER FIELD 170 x 270 PLAYGROUND BUILDING / STRUCTURE PEDESTRIAN LIGHTING PARKING 339+ SPACES WETLANDS: YES NAT. HERITAGE AREA: NO FLOOD ZONE: NO HIGHLAND AVE ATHLETIC FACILITIES: BASKETBALL COURT TENNIS COURTS MULTIPURPOSE RECTANGULAR FIELDS 1ST ST WILLSON ST VALLEY ST CROWDIS ST OLD RD BOWDITCH SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL BOWDITCH SCHOOL FIELD LOWER FIELD UPPER FIELD ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- Summary Form 2.3 A-Salem High School Size: General Description: Facility Type and Grades: Grading Legend 2.60 1 = Inadequate 3.00 2 = Poor 1.86 3 = Good 1.57 4 = Excellent 2.26 Site Inventory: x x X x X X General Site Conditions: N/A Marginal Good Excellent X x x x x Lighting Designated Parking Benches Average Score = Inadequate Appearance (Welcoming entrance, landscaping/natural surface, special element, e.g. spray park, social gathering space, etc.) General Accessibility (condition of walkways, legibility of signage, clarity of rules, trip hazards, bike corrals) ADA Compliance (walkways, ramps at appropriate grades, ADA Parking, gates restrooms and equipment accessible) Equipment & Serviceability (furnishings, play structures, water fountain, buildings, restrooms, furnishings, trash and recycling bins, sports equipment, site drainage, athletic lighting. Table and Chairs 8/8/2015 RECOMMENDATIONS: Renovate tennis. Consider courts as community focus with lights and higher level maintenance Date of Evaluation Provide accessible pathways and parking to fields Renovate Multipurpose fields to provid proper dimensions, irrigation and amenities Score 2.6 Tennis Courts Safety and Security (site lighting, fencing, play surfacing/structures, etc.) Overall Grade: Dog Park (Off-Leash) General Site Conditions Skate Park Average Score Rectangular Field 77 Wilson Street 61.5 Acres Basketball Tennis Field Address: Dog Park (On-Leash) Baseball / Softball Field Beach Dog Valet Restrooms / Porta Potty Playground Community Garden Spray Park Bike Parking Monument Basketball Court Building/Structure Salem high is a large school site which contains a large bank of tennis courts, basketball, and two multipurpose rectangular fields on site. The high school property also contains Bowditch intermediate school (reviewed separately) Open Space ---PAGE BREAK--- Athletic Field Evaluation Form 1.6 A-Salem High School Length: N/A Inadequate Poor Good Excellent x x x x x x x x x x x X smaller dimension SE field is used by school. Has adequate dimensions, in poor Complete renovation, remove fencing, explore expansion occasionally for sports to regulation size/dimensions NE field is not usable, overgrown, uneven Spectator Seating (condition, size, accessibility, etc.) Drainage Average Score = 1.6 Comments Recommendations Site Lighting Geometry Stand of Turf Planarity (playing surface - lack of dips, heaves, holes, etc.) Striping (Completeness, visibility, condition) Fencing (Perimeter fencing, gates, etc.) Irrigation (condition, coverage, reported adequacy) Safety (Run-outs, lack of obstructions, etc.). Support Equipment (goals, players benches, etc.) Athletic Lighting (reported adequacy, lack of spill / glare, general condition, etc.) Field Grade: Date of Evaluation 8/8/2015 Type of Field: natural turf multipurpose rectangular fields Number of Fields: 2 Typical age of users: High School MPR Field Dimensions: Width Run-Out SE approx 320'x210' NE approx 170x270 ---PAGE BREAK--- Hard Court Evaluation Form 1.9 A-Salem High School N/A Inadequate Poor Good Excellent x x x x x x X x x x x 1.9 Courts are unusable, cracks and weeds Fencing is rusted, bent and broken Central location and parking - consider these Net posts are bent, heaved courts as focus community courts with Adjacent parking, easy access Lighting and amenities Total renovation Fencing (Perimeter fencing, backstops, outfield fencing, etc.) Court Hardware Safety (Run-outs, lack of obstructions, etc.). Support Equipment (bases, batting cages, goals, players benches, etc.) Athletic Lighting (reported adequacy, lack of spill / glare, general condition, etc.) Site Lighting Spectator Seating (condition, size, accessibility, etc.) Average Score = Comments Recommendations Geometry Condition of Structure and Surfacing (cracks, delamination, etc.) Planarity (playing surface - lack of dips, heaves, holes, correct slopes, etc.) Striping (Completeness, visibility, condition) Playing Dimensions Length: Width: Typical age of users High School Type of Structure Type of Surfacing Asphalt base with colored surface Number of Courts: 5 Court Grade: Date of Evaluation 4/23/2015 Type of Court: TENNIS (three courts) ---PAGE BREAK--- Hard Court Evaluation Form 3.0 A-Salem High School N/A Inadequate Poor Good Excellent X X x x x X x x x x x 3.0 Better locations nearby any renovation will require installation of accessible pathway Some surface cracking and fading surface or renovate surfacing and fence Rusting fence on hill…difficult accessibility Spectator Seating (condition, size, accessibility, etc.) Average Score = Comments Recommendations Remote location (attractive nusiance?/security?) Consider abandonment due to remote location Site Lighting Geometry Condition of Structure and Surfacing (cracks, delamination, etc.) Planarity (playing surface - lack of dips, heaves, holes, correct slopes, etc.) Striping (Completeness, visibility, condition) Fencing (Perimeter fencing, backstops, outfield fencing, etc.) Court Hardware Safety (Run-outs, lack of obstructions, etc.). Support Equipment (bases, batting cages, goals, players benches, etc.) Athletic Lighting (reported adequacy, lack of spill / glare, general condition, etc.) Playing Dimensions Length: Width: Typical age of users High School Type of Structure Type of Surfacing Asphalt with colored surfacing Number of Courts: 1 Court Grade: Date of Evaluation 4/23/2015 Type of Court: BASKETBALL ---PAGE BREAK--- Salem High School Page 1 of 1 High School Tennis Courts High School Tennis Courts High School Tennis Courts Photos April and August 2015 ---PAGE BREAK--- Gale Associates, Inc . Engineers Planners 163 LIBBEY PARKWAY I WEYMOUTH, MA 02189 P [PHONE REDACTED] F [PHONE REDACTED] www.gainc.com Boston Baltimore Orlando San Francisco SALEM HIGH SCHOOL USE: SCHOOL ZONE: RESIDENTIAL CONSERVATION (RC) AREA: 16.86 ACRES FACILITIES: BASKETBALL COURT TENNIS COURT BOWDITCH SCHOOL FIELD 165 x 300 UPPER FIELD 180+ x 330 LOWER FIELD 170 x 270 PLAYGROUND BUILDING / STRUCTURE PEDESTRIAN LIGHTING PARKING 339+ SPACES WETLANDS: YES NAT. HERITAGE AREA: NO FLOOD ZONE: NO HIGHLAND AVE ATHLETIC FACILITIES: BASKETBALL COURT TENNIS COURTS MULTIPURPOSE RECTANGULAR FIELDS 1ST ST WILLSON ST VALLEY ST CROWDIS ST OLD RD BOWDITCH SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL BOWDITCH SCHOOL FIELD LOWER FIELD UPPER FIELD ---PAGE BREAK--- Summary Form 3.1 B-Bowditch School Size: General Description: Facility Type and Grades: Grading Legend 3.40 1 = Inadequate 2.80 2 = Poor 3.17 3 = Good 3.12 4 = Excellent Site Inventory: x x X General Site Conditions: N/A Marginal Good Excellent X x x x X Address: Dog Park (On-Leash) Baseball / Softball Field Beach Dog Valet Restrooms / Porta Potty Playground Community Garden Spray Park Bike Parking Monument Basketball Court Building/Structure Middle school adjacent to High School building with fenced multipurpose field and Playscape area Open Space Overall Grade: Dog Park (Off-Leash) General Site Conditions Skate Park Average Score Rectangular Field 79 Wilson Street On Salem High School Property Playscape Field Table and Chairs 8/8/2015 RECOMMENDATIONS: Maintain playscape equipment and safety surfacing Date of Evaluation Review accessiblity of field, existing 'ramp' may require safety rail, landings at top Field is fenced and usage seems to be restricted to school use Score 3.4 Tennis Courts Safety and Security (site lighting, fencing, play surfacing/structures, etc.) Lighting Designated Parking Benches Average Score = Inadequate Appearance (Welcoming entrance, landscaping/natural surface, special element, e.g. spray park, social gathering space, etc.) General Accessibility (condition of walkways, legibility of signage, clarity of rules, trip hazards, bike corrals) ADA Compliance (walkways, ramps at appropriate grades, ADA Parking, gates restrooms and equipment accessible) Equipment & Serviceability (furnishings, play structures, water fountain, buildings, restrooms, furnishings, trash and recycling bins, sports equipment, site drainage, athletic lighting. ---PAGE BREAK--- Athletic Field Evaluation Form 3.2 Length: 360' N/A Inadequate Poor Good Excellent x x x X x x x x x x x x 160' Field Grade: Date of Evaluation 4/23/2015 Type of Field: Fence multipurpose rectangular field area Number of Fields: 1 Typical age of users: MPR Field Dimensions: Width Run-Out B-Bowditch School Site Lighting Geometry Stand of Turf Planarity (playing surface - lack of dips, heaves, holes, etc.) Striping (Completeness, visibility, condition) Fencing (Perimeter fencing, gates, etc.) Irrigation (condition, coverage, reported adequacy) Safety (Run-outs, lack of obstructions, etc.). Support Equipment (goals, players benches, etc.) Athletic Lighting (reported adequacy, lack of spill / glare, general condition, etc.) Spectator Seating (condition, size, accessibility, etc.) Drainage Average Score = 3.2 Comments Recommendations Irrigation not evident ramp' north may need rail for safety Perimeter fencing controls use Regrade field area and formalize for athletics use. Sized as a middle school size field install drainage and fill Normal wear at goal mouths ---PAGE BREAK--- Playground Evaluation Form 2.8 B-Bowditch School N/A Inadequate Poor Good Excellent X x X X X 2.8 Depth of Surfacing: 3+ inches Playground Grade: Date of Evaluation 1/20/2015 Intended Age Group of Users: 6-12 years old Type of Surfacing: Wood Chips Equipment Serviceability (play structures, spray parks, seating, etc.) Safety and Security (see attached check list) Appearance (Welcoming entrance, landscaping/natural surface, special element, e.g. spray park, social gathering space, etc) General Accessibility (condition of walkways, legibility of signage, clarity of rules, trip hazards, bike corrals) ADA Compliance (walkways, ramps at appropriate grades, ADA parking, gates, restrooms, and equipment accessible) Average Score = Comments Recommendations Saftey surfacing settled, too low, in places Maintain safety surfacing no curb cut from parking area Maintain equipment ---PAGE BREAK--- P X 1 p c) P P p P p P x P P P P P P x P d) P X 2 a) P e) P P P P P P P X P P x b) 25 46 0.543 25.0 Free of trip hazards (holes, rocks) Slides Playground Safety Evaluation Form B-Bowditch School Legend: = Passing Condition = Inadequate Condition = Feature not present (blank box) General Equipment continued… Free of broken glass/litter Free of loose steps or rails Good drainage / free of ponding Adequately smooth surfaces Good play area visibility Free of loose screw/bolts Adequate perimeter fencing Free of broken parts Adequate Lighting Free of entanglement hazards Adequate Shade / Sun protection Free of exposed footings Hardware in good condition Adequate surfacing below Capped ends / Free of sharp ends Swings Free of pinch, crush, or shearing points S-hooks are closed Free of equipment greater than 7ft high Adequate chains/seats/hangers Equipment Free of broken parts Composite Play Structures Equipment is stable Smooth surfaces Spray Parks / Water Features Free of metal rust/wood rot Adequate non-slip surfaces Equipment is Stable/secure Free of excessive slopes / slip hazards Free of head entrapment Free of electrical equipment nearby Free of loose handholds/rails Free of sharp objects / broken glass, etc. Free of loose nuts/bolts Good visibility for supervision Free of loose step/ring/rung Free of standing water of 2” or greater Free of missing/broken parts Free of mold / signs of bacteria Free of protrusions Adequate lubrication Free of worn/frayed cables Adequate surfacing Climbing Apparatus Free of loose nuts/bolts Anchors and footings are secure Smooth surfaces Grading Adequate handhold size # Of Passing Items Adequate Surfacing # of Total Items % Score (Passing / Total) shown as decimal Score out of 4 Score X 4) ---PAGE BREAK--- Bowditch School Page 1 of 1 Bowditch Playscape Bowditch Playscape Settled Surfacing at transfer point Photos August 2015 ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- Athletic Field Evaluation Form 1.9 C-BENTLEY SCHOOL/MEMORIAL PARK/IRZYK MEMORIAL PARK Length: N/A Inadequate Poor Good Excellent X X X X X X X X X X X ELIMINATE DRAINAGE SWALE WEST FOR ADDITIONAL AREA TURF IN VERY POOR CONDITION, WET, BARE AREAS FIELDS SHOULD BE REGRADED TO CREATE BETTER SURFACE ENTIRE FIELD SLOPES IN ONE PLANE, FLAT, ALL DRAINAGE, ELMINATE STANDING WATER TO PROMOTE SURFACE DRAINED, TOO GREAT A DISTANCE BETTER TURF ESTABLISHMENT Comments Recommendations Athletic Lighting (reported adequacy, lack of spill / glare, general condition, etc.) Site Lighting Spectator Seating (condition, size, accessibility, etc.) Drainage Average Score = 1.9 Planarity (playing surface - lack of dips, heaves, holes, etc.) Striping (Completeness, visibility, condition) Fencing (Perimeter fencing, gates, etc.) Irrigation (condition, coverage, reported adequacy) Safety (Run-outs, lack of obstructions, etc.). Support Equipment (goals, players benches, etc.) Geometry Stand of Turf Field Grade: Date of Evaluation 4/23/2015 Type of Field: Multi-Purpose Rectangular (MPR) (SHARED BASEBALL) Number of Fields: 2 Typical age of users: MPR Field Dimensions: Width Run-Out ---PAGE BREAK--- Athletic Field Evaluation Form 2.2 C-BENTLEY SCHOOL/MEMORIAL PARK/IRZYK MEMORIAL PARK 1st & 3rd Base L Field R Field C Field Backstop 90' Y N/A Inadequate Poor Good Excellent X X X X X X X X X X X X X RE-CUT ALL EDGES, RAKE MATERIAL REMOVE LIP AT OUTFIELD EDGE INFIELD EDGES OVERGROWN WITH TURF OUTFIELD LIP CREATES WET SPOT AT 2ND BASE AREA NO PLAYERS SAFETY FENCE OR BENCHES BACKSTOP RAILS NEED REPAIR Field Grade: Comments Recommendations Site Lighting Spectator Seating (condition, size, accessibility, etc.) Drainage Geometry Stand of Turf Average Score = 2.2 Athletic Lighting (reported adequacy, lack of spill / glare, general condition, etc.) Infield Condition (Infield material, base paths, etc.) Baseball/Softball Dimensions: 4/23/2015 BASEBALL 1 Date of Evaluation Type of Field: Number of Fields: Typical age of users: Safety (Run-outs, lack of obstructions, etc.). Support Equipment (bases, dugouts, batting cages, players benches, etc.) Planarity (playing surface - lack of dips, heaves, holes, etc.) Striping (Completeness, visibility, condition) Fencing (Perimeter fencing, backstops, outfield fencing, etc.) Irrigation (condition, coverage, reported adequacy) ---PAGE BREAK--- Summary Form 2.3 C-BENTLEY SCHOOL/MEMORIAL PARK/IRZYK MEMORIAL PARK Size: General Description: Facility Type and Grades: Grading Legend 2.80 1 = Inadequate 1.88 2 = Poor 2.22 3 = Good 2.30 4 = Excellent Site Inventory: X X X X X X X X X General Site Conditions: N/A Marginal Good Excellent X X X X Address: Dog Park (On-Leash) Baseball / Softball Field Pool Dog Valet Restrooms / Porta Potty Playground Community Garden Spray Park Bike Parking Monument Basketball Court Building/Structure BALL FIELDS PLAYGROUND AND MEMORIALS CONTIGUOUS WITH MEMORIAL AND IRYZK PARKS Open Space Overall Grade: Dog Park (Off-Leash) General Site Conditions Baseball/Softball Field Multi-Purpose Rectangular Field Skate Park Average Score Rectangular Field 17 FORT AVENUE 7.4 Acres Table and Chairs 4/23/2015 RECOMMENDATIONS: ADJACENT AND CONTIGUOUS WITH MEMORIAL AND IRZYK PARKS Date of Evaluation X SURROUNDING STONE COLUMNS AND FENCE ALONG STREET SIDES LEANING, DAMAGED AT CORNER ACROSS FROM FIREHOUSE DRAINAGE SWALE ON WEST SIDE LIMITS PLAY. TURF IN POOR CONDITION, MUD AND BARE SPOTS Score 2.8 Tennis Courts Safety and Security (site lighting, fencing, play surfacing/structures, etc.) Lighting Designated Parking Benches Average Score = Inadequate Appearance (Welcoming entrance, landscaping/natural surface, special element, e.g. spray park, social gathering space, etc.) General Accessibility (condition of walkways, legibility of signage, clarity of rules, trip hazards, bike corrals) ADA Compliance (walkways, ramps at appropriate grades, ADA Parking, gates restrooms and equipment accessible) Equipment & Serviceability (furnishings, play structures, water fountain, buildings, restrooms, furnishings, trash and recycling bins, sports equipment, site drainage, athletic lighting. ---PAGE BREAK--- Bentley School 1 of 3 Ball field with school playground beyond First base line and backstop Infield / outfield lip Poor drainage/bare spots Worn turf Poor turf growth, wet area ---PAGE BREAK--- Bentley School 2 of 3 Pedestrian entrance paved play area, bike rack Timber border between path and surfacing Swing hardware (correct) Swing hardware (s-hook, entanglement) Exposed footings Safety surface under swings ---PAGE BREAK--- Bentley School 3 of 3 Basketball court Bench and table at basketball court Park Signage – Irzyk Park Signage – Memorial Park? Basketball Court & lighting Park Signage – Irzyk Memorial Photos April 23, 2015 See also Irzyk Park. (Memorial Park included here) ---PAGE BREAK--- AYUBE BIKE PATH FROM SALME BIKE PATHS MAP 2014 ---PAGE BREAK--- Summary Form 4.0 E-Ayube Memorial Drive Bike Path Size: General Description: Facility Type and Grades: Grading Legend 4.00 1 = Inadequate 4.00 2 = Poor 3 = Good 4 = Excellent Site Inventory: X X X General Site Conditions: N/A Marginal Good Excellent X x X x x Address: Dog Park (On-Leash) Baseball / Softball Field Beach Dog Valet Restrooms / Porta Potty Playground Community Garden Spray Park Bike Parking Monument Basketball Court Building/Structure Wide asphalt paved bike path with landscaped/lawn edges Open Space Overall Grade: Dog Park (Off-Leash) General Site Conditions Skate Park Average Score Rectangular Field East side of Ayube Mem. Drive from bridge street to March Street (Curtis Memorial Park) Table and Chairs 8/8/2015 RECOMMENDATIONS: Additional signage for end points and connectiions with collins cove Date of Evaluation Encourage development of connections with other pathways Score 4.0 Tennis Courts Safety and Security (site lighting, fencing, play surfacing/structures, etc.) Lighting Designated Parking Benches Average Score = Inadequate Appearance (Welcoming entrance, landscaping/natural surface, special element, e.g. spray park, social gathering space, etc.) General Accessibility (condition of walkways, legibility of signage, clarity of rules, trip hazards, bike corrals) ADA Compliance (walkways, ramps at appropriate grades, ADA Parking, gates restrooms and equipment accessible) Equipment & Serviceability (furnishings, play structures, water fountain, buildings, restrooms, furnishings, trash and recycling bins, sports equipment, site drainage, athletic lighting. ---PAGE BREAK--- CANAL STREET BIKE PATH ---PAGE BREAK--- Summary Form 3.2 F-Canal Street Bike Path Size: General Description: Facility Type and Grades: Grading Legend 4.00 1 = Inadequate 3.20 2 = Poor 3 = Good 4 = Excellent Site Inventory: X X General Site Conditions: N/A Marginal Good Excellent X x X x x Address: Dog Park (On-Leash) Baseball / Softball Field Beach Dog Valet Restrooms / Porta Potty Playground Community Garden Spray Park Bike Parking Monument Basketball Court Building/Structure Developed asphalt and gravel off street bike path with links to Marblehead bike path, Salem State Open Space Overall Grade: Dog Park (Off-Leash) General Site Conditions Skate Park Average Score Rectangular Field Layfayette street to Canal Street adjacent to Salem Sta Table and Chairs 4/23/2015 RECOMMENDATIONS: Date of Evaluation Score 4.0 Tennis Courts Safety and Security (site lighting, fencing, play surfacing/structures, etc.) Lighting Designated Parking Benches Average Score = Inadequate Appearance (Welcoming entrance, landscaping/natural surface, special element, e.g. spray park, social gathering space, etc.) General Accessibility (condition of walkways, legibility of signage, clarity of rules, trip hazards, bike corrals) ADA Compliance (walkways, ramps at appropriate grades, ADA Parking, gates restrooms and equipment accessible) Equipment & Serviceability (furnishings, play structures, water fountain, buildings, restrooms, furnishings, trash and recycling bins, sports equipment, site drainage, athletic lighting.