The Watershed Team defined the following list of goals and
priorities in 2002, prior to the initiation of this Action Plan’s process. It
represents a snapshot of the priorities at the time, as well as a major source
of input for the list of issues in the Action Plan. Restore and Protect the Water Quality of the North Coastal
Watersheds’ Rivers, Streams, Lakes, Ponds and Coastal Marine Waters. Proposed actions
for the next five years: ·
Elimi ·
Elimi ·
Implement recommendations of DEP’s 1997/1998
Water Quality Assessment of the North Coastal Watersheds ·
Reissue major NPDES permits recommend inclusion
of receiving monitoring requirements into permits. ·
Update minor NPDES permits. ·
Implement Phase II MS4 compliance in all
municipalities in the watershed. Proposed actions
for the next five years ·
Implement best management practices within Town
Line Brook subbasins to address nonpoint pollution sources. ·
Implement Beaches Bill to provide timely
monitoring and protect the public health. ·
Monitor water quality from stormwater drainage
from ·
Continue and expand stormwater monitoring
through regular bacterial sampling of streams and outfalls in the Salem Sound
watershed. ·
Work with Salem Sound municipal and community
partners to uncover the sources of this nonpoint pollution and remediate the
problems. ·
Assist MDMF to conduct sanitary surveys of the
Rumney Marsh shellfish growing areas. ·
Ground truth “Sites of Concern” data base Priority Project ·
Incorporate Sites of Concern database into 2002
North Coastal Watersheds Assessment Report. ·
Incorporate EPA bacterial survey of Smallpox
Brook into 2002 North Coastal Watersheds Assessment Report. ·
Develop TMDLs for NCW targeted subwatersheds. ·
Conduct assessment study on thermal discharge
impacts in ·
Work with DEP/ Phase II coordinators, Regional
planners and municipal officials to develop funding mechanisms for funding
Phase II storm drainage improvements and maintenance as recommended in. Phase
II compliance. Project # 01-09/MWI Priority
Project. Proposed actions
for the next five years ·
Conduct a survey of coastal marine waters for
invasive species ·
Evaluate the effectiveness of Purple Loosestrife
eradication measures ·
Target salt marsh areas for restoration and
elimination of Phragmites australis ·
Prioritize findings from synoptic surveys of
1997/1998 to develop remediation plans. ·
Review current information on 303d waterbodies
list in watershed Build a Sense of Stewardship within the watershed. Proposed actions for the next five years ·
Partner with SRWC, USGS and Gomez and Sullivan
to conduct Visioning conference on the ·
Develop a dialogue with local Chambers of
Commerce ·
Renew contacts with major industries within
watershed Proposed actions for the next five years ·
Provide logistical and / or technical support
for local activities. ·
Advise team membership of grant opportunities
provide letters of support for local projects which are consistent with Tea ·
Support local cleanup projects. ·
Attend MCM/NS monthly workshops for Boards of
Health and Conservation Commissions. ·
Attend monthly meetings of regional planning
organizations where possible. (at the municipal level and with the public at large) Proposed actions for the next five years ·
Continue Partnership with Project Link ·
Apply for Roundtable funding to conduct a series
of workshops for local boards to effectively address Chapter 40B ·
Revisit with the assistance of MAS/NS water
supply report card. ·
Support circuit rider positions for local boards
of health, conservation commissions Improve the Watershed’s Physical Characteristics and
Functions Proposed actions for the next five years ·
Implement recommendations by GeoSyntec Town Line
Brook ·
Complete hydrological study of ·
Evaluate suitable methods to reduce flooding in ·
Upgrade drainage infrastructure of Saugus River
downstream of LWSC Diversion to include removal of downed tree limbs, collapsed
drainage structures at Spring and Water St Lynnfield, excess sediments in
Rt128/Rt95 culvert collapsed retaining wall downstream of Rt 128/Rt95 and above
Salem Street culvert. ·
Evaluate the feasibility of reestablishing the
original Linden Brook crossing under Rt 1 and the development of Overlook Ridge
on the Malden/Revere boundary ·
Complete hydrological study of Town Line Brook
as part of GI RECONN proposal ·
Complete hydrological study of ·
·
Reengage Smallpox Brook stream team, MHD and
Fisheries and Game officials to establish remediation plans to improve flowage,
reduce the proliferation of the invasive species Phragmites sp. as bordering
vegetated wetlands. Proposed actions for the next five years ·
Conduct a comprehensive natural resource
assessment of the Reedy Meadow revisit feasibility of designating Reedy Meadow
as an ACEC with DCR (DEM) ·
Conduct feasibility / cost benefit analysis
study to improve the functionality, responsiveness and the safety of operating
the Town Line Brook self regulating tide gates. ·
Implement a limited dredging of Town Line Brook
between Trifone Brook and SRTs to increase flood storage and improve flood
routing, incorporate enhancement of spawning habitat for anadromous fish into
overall remedial plan. Support Sustainable Growth in the Watershed. (including implementation to ensure protection of watershed
resources and environment) Proposed actions for the next five years ·
Support the Green Neighborhood ·
Fund a regional circuit rider position on the to
assist municipalities in promoting zoning / planning boards in acceptance of
Conservation Subdivision design as an alternative to Standard Subdivision
planning. ·
Resubmit as a Priority funded project a series
of regional training sessions for local ZBAs, Planning Boards and other
municipal officials on Comprehensive Permitting Chapter 40b. ·
Fund a comprehensive assessment of land use at
the subwatershed scale for the North Coastal Watersheds link “Sites of Concern”
database into Assessment Report. Proposed actions for the next five years ·
Revisit with the assistance of MAS/NS water
supply report card. ·
Conduct a watershed wide assessment of DEP’s
Comprehensive Survey of Public Water Supply This topic will be considered by the NCW Team and developed
accordingly. This topic will be considered by the NCW Team and developed
accordingly. This topic will be considered by the NCW Team and developed
accordingly. Appendix D: Previous Goals
Goal 1: Restore and Protect Water Quality
Objective 1.1 Minimize point sources of pollution
throughout the watershed
Objective 1.2 Identify and minimize nonpoint sources
of pollution throughout the watershed.
Objective 1.3 Remediate and prevent the spread of
invasive species
Goal 2: Build a Sense of Stewardship
Objective 2.1 Expand the membership of the North
Coastal Watersheds Team
Objective 2.2 Strengthen regional and local watershed
advocacy groups and activities
Objective 2.3 Promote environmental education and
awareness
Goal 3 Improve Physical Functions
Objective 3.1 Reduce flooding events
Objective 3.2 Improve and enhance ecosystem
functions
Goal 4 Support Sustainable Growth
Objective 4.1 Continue regional land use planning
Objective 4.2 Plan for adequate water supply to meet
growth in demand
Objective 4.3 Redevelop abandoned and under utilized
properties.
Goal 5 Implement the Grow
Objective 5.1 Preserve open space and BIO Map core
areas
Objective 5.2 Provide for regional recreation
opportunities