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ENVIRONMENTAL NOTIFICATION FORM
INSTRUCTIONS
The attached Environmental Notification Form (ENF) is intended to provide the Secretary
of Environmental Affairs and the general public with relatively early notification that projects
are being planned which may or may not have significant impacts on the environment. The
purpose of the ENF is to identify general types of impacts from a project as best as one can
without having to perform final design or detailed analysis. The ENF is intended to identify
those projects which may have significant impact potential,and, if so, to identify which types
of impacts are significant and which are not. Through this process, the scope of any further
environmental studies can be limited simply to those issues of concern, and the project pro-
ponent need not investigate those factors which are not at issue.
The process to be followed is fairly straightforward. The project proponent should fill out
the ENF as accurately and completely as possible, given the preliminary state of project
development. Then there will be a public review process and a determination by the Secre-
tary whether or not an Environmental Impact Report (FIR)will be required, and if so,what
topics should be covered. The Secretary will use information submitted by the project propo-
nent in Section I.E., "Areas of Potential Impact", as the initial basis for determining the scope
of an EIR, and which alternative should be studied.
The ENF itself is not meant to be a comprehensive environmental analysis of the project.
In most cases, a best professional estimate based on available data, practice and information
will suffice. More detailed information on specific items may be requested during the review of
the ENF to help in performing a satisfactory environmental evaluation. The degree of accu-
racy will vary from project to project. If you have any questions about the degree of accuracy
desirable for an ENF, call the MEPA unit (727-5830) for advice and for any other questions in
filling out the form.
The sequence of procedures that proponents are advised to follow is:
1. Begin preparation of the ENF at a relatively early stage of project development.
2. Determine likely state permits and financial assistance.
3. Consult with affected agencies and assemble information useful in completing the ENF
and finding out whether the project may be exempt from the MEPA process.
4. Publish the intent to submit an ENF, in a newspaper of local circulation in each commu-
nity affected by the proposed project,or in a newspaper of regional or statewide circula-
tion if an affected community is not served by a local publication. A sample form is avail-
able as Section 11.29 of the MEPA regulations. The notice should be published no more
than 30 days before submitting the ENF.
5. Complete ENF and submit, with original U.S.G.S., to: Executive Office of Environmen-
tal Affairs, 100 Cambridge Street, Boston, MA 02202,Attention: MEPA UNIT. Send
copies of the ENF and map to all participating agencies and to other appropriate entities
as specified in Section 11.24 of the MEPA regulations.
The proponent is reminded that submitting an incomplete ENF or failure to transmit ENFs
to all appropriate parties may result in having to resubmit the ENF and to repeat the review
process.
ENVIRONMENTAL NOTIFICATION FORM
I. SUMMARY
A. Project Identification School at Calzetta Farm Property
1. Project Name
Address/Location Unknown at this date
City/Town Nortfi Andover, MassaMusetts
2. Project Proponent North Andover School ommittee
Address North Andover MA 01845
3. Est. Commencement 7-1-90 . Est. Completion
Approx. Cost $ Status of Project Design 45 %Complete.
4. Amount(if any)of bordering vegetated wetlands,salt marsh,or tidelands to be dredged,
filled, removed, or altered(other than by receipt of runoff)as a result of the project.
acres less than 5(%are feet.
5. This project is categorically included and therefore requires preparation of an EIR.
Yes No X ?
B. Narrative Project Description
Describe project and site.
The proposed project will provide a new 71,000 square feet elementary school (grades 1-5)
for the Town of North Andover. It will be located on a fifteen acre site bounded by Johnson
Street to the west, Abbott Street on the east and residential areas to the north and south.
The new school will accomodate 650 students and appropriate staff, and will provide a
gymnasium, recreation fields and 100 parking spaces for school and commmunity use.
Copies of the Complete ENF may be obtained from (proponent or agent
Name: Dan Eccles Firm/Agency: DiNisco Letsch & Assocs
Address: 87 Summer St. Boston, MA. Phone No. 1-617-426-2858
02110
1987 THIS 1S AN IMPORTANT NOTICE. COMMENT PERIOD IS LIMITED.
For Information, call (617) 727-5830
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C. List the State or Federal agencies from which permits or other actions have been/will be sought:
Agency Name Permit Date filed; file no.
Town of North Andover
Planning Board
Board of Appeals
Conservation Commission
D. List any government agencies or programs from which the proponent will seek financial assistance
for this project:
Agency Name Funding Amount
School Building Assistance Bureau 63%
E. Areas of potential impact (complete Sections Il and III first, before completing this section).
1, Check all areas in which,in the proponent's judgment,an impact of this project may occur.Positive
impacts, as well as adverse impacts, may be indicated.
Construction Long Term
Impacts Impacts
Inland Wetlands. ..... . . . .. . . . . . .. . . .. .. . . .. ... .. .. X
Coastal Wetlands/Beaches, . . .. . . . .. . .. .. . . .. ... . .
Tidelands. . . ... . . .. . . . .. .. . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . .. .... . ..
Traffic. . . ... .. . . . . . . .. .. . .. . .. . .. . . . ... .. .. ... .... . . X X
Open Space/Recreation. . . . . . . .. . . . . .. . . . . .. . . . ...
Historical!Archaeological . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . .
Fisheries/Wildlife. . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. . .. .. .. .. . .
Vegetation/Trees. . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . .. .. . .. .. .. ... . _X
Agricultural Lands. . .. . .. . . . ... .. . . .. . . .. .. .. .. .. .. X x{
Water Pollution. .. ... . .. . . . . .. . ... ....... .. .. .. .. ..
Water Supply/Use.. . ... . . . . .. . ... . . .. .. . .. .. .. . .. . X X
Solid Waste. ... . . .. ... . . .. ... . . . . . .. .. .. ...... .. .. . x
Hazardous Materials. . . . .. .. . . . .. . . . . .. . .. . .. . . . . .
Air Pollution. . .. . .. ... . . .. . . . . .. .. .. . .. ... .. .. . .. . .
Noise. . .. . .. . . . . . . .. .. . . . .. . . . .. . .. .. ... ..... .. . .... x
Wind/Shadow. .. . .. . .. . ..... ... ... ........... .. ....
Aesthetics. . . . .... . . . . .. . .. . . . . .. . .. .. .. . . .. .. . .. . .
Growth Impacts. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . .. .. . . . ... . . .. . .
Community/Housing and the
Built Environment. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . .. . .. . . ... . .
Other(Specify)
2. List the alternatives which have been considered.
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F. Has this project been filed with EOEA before? No _ X Yes EOEA No.
G. WETLANDS AND WATERWAYS
1. Will an Order of Conditions under the Wetlands Protection Act (c.131s.40) or a License under
the Waterways Act (c.91) be required?
Yes X _No
2. Has a local Order of Conditions been:
a. issued? Date of issuance ; DEQE File No.
b. appealed? Yes ; No .
3. Will a variance from the Wetlands or Waterways Regulations be required? Yes ;
No X _- .
R. PROJECT DESCRIPTION
A. Map; site plan. Include an original 81/2 x 11 inch or larger section of the most recent U.S.G.S.
7.5 minute series scale topographic map with the project area location and boundaries clearly
shown. If available,attach a site plan of the proposed project.
Site Plan is Attached
B, State total area of project: 15 acres.
Estimate the number of acres (to the nearest 1/10 acre) directly affected that are currently:
1. Developed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 acres 6. Tidelands .... . ... . . . . ... . 0 acres
2. Open Space/ 7. Productive Resources
Woodlands:'Recreation 0 acres Agriculture . . . . . .. . . . . . . 12 acres
3. Wetlands . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . 3 acres Forestry �L acres
.. .. . . . .. . . . . . . .
4. Floodplain .. . . . . . . . . . .. . Q ___ acres 8. Other .... . .. . .. . . . . . . . . . acres
5. Coastal Area . .... ....... 0 acres
C. Provide the following dimensions, if applicable:
Existing Increase Total
Length in miles . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. .. . . . .. .. ... . .... .... .... .
Number of Housing Units .. . .. . . .. . . .. . ... . .. . .. . . ... .
Number of Stories . .... .. ... .. ..... .... .. . .... .. .. . .. .. 0 2
Gross Floor Area in square feet .... . .. ... .. .. .... .. ... Q 71,000 71,000
Number of parking spaces . ... .. .. ........ ...... ....... _, 123, var. pending
Total of Daily vehicle trips to and from site
(Total Trip Ends) . . .. . .. .. . . . . . .. . . . .. . ... . ... . .. . . .... 0 �59�_ - -593
Estimated Average Daily Traffic on road(s)
serving site . . .. . . .. . . . . .... . . .. . .. . . .. . .. .. . ... .
1, Abbott Street 400 300 700
2. Johngon Street 600 300- — gnfl
3.
D. TRAFFIC PLAN. If the proposed project will require any permit for access to local roads or
state highways, attach a sketch showing the location and layout of the proposed driveway(s).
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III. ASSESSMENT OF POTENTIAL ADVERSE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS
Instructions: Explain direct and indirect adverse impacts, including those arising from general
construction and operations. For every answer explain why significant adverse impact is
considered likely or unlikely to result. Positive impact may also be listed and explained.
Also, state the source of information or other basis for the answers supplied. Such
environmental information should be acquired at least in part by field inspection.
A. Open Space and Recreation
1. Might the project affect the condition, use, or access to any open space and/or recreation
area?
Explanation and Source:
No, Source: Richard Doucette, Conservation Commissioner Town of North Andover
2. Is the project site within 500 feet of any public open space,recreation, or conservation land?
Explanation and Source:
No. Source: Richard Doucette, Conservation Commissioner Town of North An-
dover
B. Historic and Archaeological Resources
1. Might any site or structure of historic significance be affected by the project? (Prior
consultation with Massachusetts Historical Commission is advised.)
Explanation and Source:
No,The nearest site or structure of historic significance is the
Abiel Stevens house at 280 Salem Street (3/4 mile away) and the Hiram Mills House
300 Chestnut Street (1/2 mile away) Source: Massachusetts Historical Commission.
2. Might any archaeological site be affected by the project? (Prior consultation with
Massachusetts Historical Commission is advised.)
Explanation and Source:
No, there are no archeological sites near the project site. Source: Massachusetts
Historical Commission.
C. Ecological Effects
1. Might the project significantly affect fisheries or wildlife, especially any rare or endangered
species? (Prior consultation with the Massachusetts Natural Heritage Program is advised).
Explanation and Source:
No, the Massachusetts Natural Heritage Program is not aware of any fisheries or wildlife,
including rare and endangered species that would be effected by the project.
Source: Jay Copeland, Massachusetts Natural Heritage Program.
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2, Might the project significantly affect vegetation, especially any rare or endangered species
of plant? (Prior consultation with the Massachusetts Natural Heritage Program is advised.)
(Estimate approximate number of mature trees to be removed: Q )
Explanation and Source:
No, the Massachusetts Natural Heritage Program is nor aware of any rare or endangered plant
species that would be effected by the project.
Source: Jay Copeland, Massachusetts Natural Heritage Program.
3.Agricultural Land.Has any portion of the site been in agricultural use within the last 15 years?
If yes,specify use and acreage.
Explanation and Source:
Yes, ther are presently 12 acres suitable for agricultural use of which 1.3 acres are used
as a peach orchard and 4.3 acres for vegetables.
D. Water Quality and Quantity
1. Might the project result in significant changes in drainage patterns?
Explanation and Source:
There will be significant changes in drainage patterns due to the increase of paved surfaces,
however, all sheet runoff will be collected in retention basins and will remain on site.
Source: Nui Chitaschbat, William Pressley and Associates
2.Might the project result in the introduction of any pollutants,including sediments,into marine
waters, surface fresh waters or ground water?
Explanation and Source:
All storm drainage will be collected and retained on site. Sanitary drainage is collected by
municipal sanitary drainage system which is associated with the Greater Lawrence
Sanitary Sewer District. Some surface runoff may impact wetland area.
Source: William Hmurciak, Town of North Andover Engineering Department
3. Does the project involve any dredging? No X Yes Volume . If 10,000
cy or more, attach completed Standard Application Form for Water Quality Certification,
Part I (314 CMR 9.02(3), 9.90, DEQE Division of Water Pollution Control).
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4. Will any part of the project be located in flowed or filled tidelands, Great Ponds, or other
waterways?(Prior consultation with the DEQE and CZM is advised.)
Explanation and Source:
No, the project is located in the Ipswich River basin. The nearest flood plain is the
Ipswich River.
Source: Bruce Bouck, DEQE Division of Water Supply, Water Supply Protection
Atlas Handbook 1982
5. Will the project generate or convey sanitary sewage? No Yes __X___
If Yes, Quantity: 11,550 gallons per day
Disposal by: (a) Onsite septic systems . .... ...... ............... Yes No
(b) Public sewerage systems (location; average and peak daily flows to
treatment works) ............ .. . ..... ..... .. .. ... .. Yes X No
Explanation and Source:
The sanitary sewage generated by the project will be disposed of via a 6" forced main on
Abbott Street to the Town owned 8" line on Marbleridge Road. The sewer line is associated
with the Greater Lawrence Sanitary Sewer District. The average flow will be 11,550 gal/day
assuming 650 users at 15 gal/user/day and 600 spectators at 3 gal/user/day.
Source: Gene Kingman, R.W. Sullivan Inc.
6. Might the project result in an increase in paved or impervious surface over a sole source
aquifer or an aquifer recognized as an important present or future source of water supply?
Explanation and Source:
No, the project is not located on a present or a future aquifer site.
Source: Bruce Bouck, DEQE Division of Water Supply, Water Supply Protection
Atlas Handbook 1982
7. Is the project in the watershed of any surface water body used as a drinking water supply?
Explanation and Source:
No.
Source: Bruce Bouck, DEQE Division of Water Supply, Water Supply Protection
Atlas Handbook 1982
8. Are there any public or private drinking water wells within a 1/2-mile radius of the proposed
project?
Explanation and Source:
Ther are two (2) wells within one-half(1/2) mile radius that the Town of North Andover
knows of(records not kept prior to 1985).
Source: Stephanie Foley, Town of North Andover Board of Health
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9. Does the operation of the project result in any increased consumption of water?
Approximate consumption 12,700- - gallons per day. Likely water source(s) Municipal
Explanation and Source:
Consumption of water will be aproximately 12,700 gal/day. This is assuming 650 users at 15
gal/day and 600 spectators at 3 gal/day with an additional factor of ten percent.
Source: Gene Kingman, R.W. Sullivan Inc.
E. Solid Waste and Hazardous Materials
1. Estimate types and approximate amounts of waste materials generated, e.g., industrial,
domestic, hospital, sewage sludge, construction debris from demolished structures. How/
where will such waste be disposed of?
Explanation and Source:
Construction debris will be removed by the General Contractor prior to completion of
the project, as part of contract requirements. Normal trash will be generated by the
project when in operation. Trash is estimated to be 10 cubic yards/week and disposed
of by the Town of North Andover and by a contracted disposal company twice weekly.
Source: Fred Rex, North Andover Public Schools
2. Might the project involve the generation, use, transportation, storage, release, or disposal
of potentially hazardous materials?
Explanation and Source:
No, the project involves that of an elementary school facility. This type of facility involves
no use or storage of hazardous materials beyond normal cleaning substances used in normal
maintenance. The hot water and space heating for the facility will, however, be provided
by the use of natural gas.
Source: Fred Rex, North Andover Public Schools
3. Has the site previously been used for the use, generation, transportation, storage, release,
or disposal of potentially hazardous materials?
Explanation and Source:
No.
Source: Bruce Bouck, DEQE Division of Water Supply, Water Supply Protection
Atlas Handbook 1982
F. Energy Use and Air Quality
1. Will space heating be provided for the project? If so, describe the type, energy source, and
approximate energy consumption.
Explanation and Source.-
Yes, natural gas fired hot water heating will provide space heating for the project. Natural
gas will be provided by the local natural gas company through the gas line located at Johnson
Street.
Source: Alan Fates, Fates, Letendre and Ziobro
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2. Will the project require process heat or steam? if so,describe the proposed system, the fuel
type, and approximate fuel usage.
Explanation and Source:
No.
Source: Alan Fates,Fates, L.etendre and Ziobro
3. Does the project include industrial processes that will release air contaminants to the
atmosphere? if so, describe the process (type, material released,and quantity released).
Explanation and Source:
No.
Source: Alan Fates,Fates, Letendre and Ziobro
4.Are there any other sources of air contamination associated with the project(e.g.automobile
traffic,aircraft traffic, volatile organic compound storage,construction dust)?
Explanation and Source:
Air contamination by automobile or bus traffic will be increased because there is nothing at
present on the site. Emissions from the facility itself are likely to be insignificant and any
construction dust will be controlled by wetting per contract.
5. Are there any sensitive receptors (e.g, hospitals, schools, residential areas) which would be
affected by air contamination caused by the project?
Explanation and Source:
No.
Source: Chris Huntress, Environmental Planner,Town of North Andover Planning Dept.
G. Noise
1. Might the project result in the generation of noise?
(Include any source of noise during construction or operation, e.g., engine exhaust, pile
driving, traffic.)
Explanation and Source:
Temporary construction noise from operation of heavy landscaping equipment and delivery
trucks will impact the immediate and surrounding sites for a period of 18 months.
Source: Chris Huntress, Environmental Planner, Town of North Andover Planning Dept.
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2. Are there any sensitive receptors (e.g., hospitals,schools,residential areas)which would be
affected by any noise caused by the project?
Explanation and Source:
During construction of the project, the surrounding residential areas may be effected by
construction noise.
Source: Chris Huntress, Environmental Planner, Town of North Andover Planning Dept.
3. Is the project a sensitive receptor, sited in an area of significant ambient noise?
Explanation and Source:
The project is located next to a working farm and surrounded by residential neighborhoods
which generate little noise.
Source: Chris Huntress, Environmental Planner, Town of North Andover Planning Dept.
H. Wind and Shadow
1. Might the project cause wind and shadow impacts on adjacent properties?
Explanation and Source:
No.
Source: Chris Huntress, Environmental Planner,Town of North Andover Planning Dept,
1. Aesthetics
1. Are there any, proposed structures which might be considered incompatible with existing
adjacent structures in the vicinity in terms of size, physical proportion and scale, or
significant differences in land use?
Explanation and Source:
The proposed structure will be significantly larger than surrounding buildings, but due to it's
siting the visual impact to surrounding properties will be minimal. There will, however, be a
significant change in land use from agricultural to educational facility.
2. Might the project impair visual access to waterfront or other scenic areas?
Explanation and Source:
No.
Source: Chris Huntress, Environmental Planner, Town of North Andover Planning Dept.
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1V, CONSISTENCY WITH PRESENT PLANNING
Discuss consistency with current federal, state and local land use, transportation, open space,
recreation and environmental plans and policies. Consult with local or regional planning
authorities where appropriate.
The land use proposed is consistent with the Town of North Andover planning policies, no
complications/inconsistencies are expected.
Source: Chris Huntress, Environmental Planner,Town of North Andover Planning Dept.
V. FINDINGS AND CERTIFICATION
A. The public notice of environmental review has been/will be published in the following
newspaper(s):
(NAME) North Andover Citizen (Date) October 20 or after
Lawrence Eagle Tribune October 20 or after
B. This form has been circulated to all agencies and persons as required by 301 CMR 11.24.
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ignature of erson preparing
Date Signature of esponsible Officer Date SENF (if different from above)
or Project Proponent
Dr. George Blaisdell Supt. of Schools Martin A. Kretsch
Name (print or type) Name(print or type)
North Andover Schools Address87 Summer St.
Address
North Andover MA.
Telephone Number I- 3 Telephone Number
1-617-426-2858
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FORMS OF NOTICE
(1) PUBLIC NOTICE OF ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
PROJECT: School at Calzetta Farm Property
(Brief description of project)
LOCATION: Address unknown at this date
PROPONENT: North Andover Public Schools
The undersigned is submitting an Environmental Notification Form ("ENF") to the Secretary of Environmental
Affairs on or before October 20, 1989
(Date)
This will initiate review of the above project pursuant to the Massachusetts Environmental Policy Act ("MEPA",
G.L. c. 30, secs. 61, 62-62H). Copies of the ENF may be obtained from:
DiNisco Kretsch & Assoc. Inc. 87 Summer St. Boston MA. 02110 c Dan Eccles
(Name.address,phone number of proponent or proponent's agent)
Copies of the ENF are also being sent to the Conservation Commission and Planning Board of U=b Andover ,
(Municipality)
where they may be inspected.
The Secretary of Environmental Affairs will publish notice of the ENF in the Environmental Monitor, will receive
public comments on the project for twenty days,and will then decide,within ten days,if an Environmental Impact
Report is needed.A site visit and consultation session on the project may also be scheduled. All persons wishing
to comment on the project, or to be notified of a site visit or consultation session, should write to the Secretary
of Environmental Affairs,100 Cambridge Street,Boston,Massachusetts 02202,Attention:MEPA Unit,referencing
the above project.
By Dr. George Blaisdell
(proponent)
Suet. of Schools