34 IBC/MPC: FEASIBILITY STUDY • NUMBER 2: KEY VENUE PLAN • 1 DECEMBER 2014 4.1 LOCATION AND USAGE B 44% A 19% E 16% C 14% D 6% Land Control Diagram Diagrammatic Map Land Owner Diagram Diagrammatic Pie Chart 2 B: UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE 3 4 5 1 6 7 698,400 SF 17,793 SF 87,306 SF 42,638 SF 15,795 SF 47,385 SF A: GILLETTE COMPANY 393,160 SF 8 C: COMMONWEALTH OF MASS MBTA/HIGHWAYS 9 23,856 SF 274,176 SF 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 129,872 SF 15, 232 SF 3,717 SF 15,211 SF 14,325 SF 59,522 SF 214,840 SF D: MASS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION E: MASS CONVENTION CENTER AUTHORITY 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 10 8 1 11 12 13 14 15 16 # PRIVATE ENTITY # PUBLIC ENTITY [TAX EXEMPT] INFLUENCE AREA Proposed IBC/MPC Is the proposed IBC/MPC an existing facility? If so, how many square meters of space exist? Not applicable Boston 2024 proposes the IBC and MPC will operate in state-of-the-art facilities designed to easily adapt to future commercial demands generated by the adjacent and thriving Innovation District Current Ownership Who owns the land? The proposed site is controlled by five principal owners: A Gillette Company - 9 acres B United States Postal Service - 20.9 acres C Commonwealth of Massachusetts, the MBTA and Commonwealth of Massachusetts Highways - 6.8 acres D Mass Department of Transportation - 3 acres E Mass Convention Center Authority - 7.5 acres
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34 IBC/M P C: FE A SIB IL IT Y S T U DY • NUMBER 2: KE Y V ENUE PL A N • 1 DECEMBER 2014
4.1 LOCATION AND USAGE
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Proposed IBC/MPC
Is the proposed IBC/MPC an existing facility? If so, how many square meters of space exist?
Not applicable . Boston 2024 proposes the IBC and MPC will operate in state-of-the-art facilities designed to easily adapt to future commercial demands generated by the adjacent and thriving Innovation District .
Current Ownership
Who owns the land?
The proposed site is controlled by five principal owners:
A Gillette Company - 9 acres
B United States Postal Service - 20.9 acres
C Commonwealth of Massachusetts, the MBTA and Commonwealth of Massachusetts Highways - 6.8 acres
D Mass Department of Transportation - 3 acres
E Mass Convention Center Authority - 7.5 acres
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Number of Facilities
Do you propose one facility for both, or two facilities?
Boston 2024 proposes two new state-of-the-art media facilities for the IBC and MPC .
Proposed Location
Where is the proposed location?
Both the International Broadcast Center and the Main Press Center will be located in the heart of the South Boston Waterfront approximately 2 miles from the Athletes’ Village . The proposed buildings will be adjacent to the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center, which will contain four competition venues hosting six sports . With a close proximity to the Convention Center hotels this location provides members of the media with first class accommodations just steps from the IBC and MPC. The entire venue is 27 acres including areas for ceremonies, broadcast, operations and transportation .
Current Use
What is the current use of the site/facility?
The principal parcels are used as follows:
• The Gillette company uses 9.0 acres for surface parking.
• The United States Postal Service uses 20.9 acres for surface parking and operations.
• The Commonwealth of Massachusetts MBTA/Highways uses 6.8 acres for the South Boston Bypass Road.
• The Massachusetts Department of Transportation owns 3.0 acres which are currently unused.
• The Massachusetts Convention Center Authority uses 7.5 acres for the service, maintenance and mechanical access for the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center.
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Utility Infrastructure
What existing utility infrastructure would serve the IBC/MPC?
The South Boston Waterfront has extensive sewer, water and storm water facilities . The Boston Convention and Exposition Center is currently undergoing a $1 billion expansion, which will include new utility infrastructure connections . In addition, the South Boston Waterfront is planned for 17 million square feet of new office and mixed use development, and the Boston Water and Sewer Commission has been making new capacity improvements to serve the district . We do not anticipate any utility capacity or line extension issues for the IBC and MPC in the context of the growing South Boston Waterfront .
We have recently engaged with CDM Smith, a leading Cambridge-based engineering firm to provide a study of available electrical power .
Facility Contract
If existing, can the facility be contracted for use for one year prior to the Games?
Boston 2024 proposes the IBC and MPC will be new buildings . The two media venue buildings will be completed and ready for use one year prior to the opening of the 2024 Olympic Games .
Building Metrics
How many floors/square meters are planned for the IBC? for the MPC?
The IBC and MPC will be located in two separate, but side-by-side, buildings . The IBC will be built over the South Boston Bypass Road and will have two floors totaling 700,000 sf. The MPC will have five floors totaling 300,000 sf.
Transit Infrastructure
What existing transport infrastructure serves the site/facility?
The proposed IBC/MPC site is located in the South Boston Waterfront Precinct adjacent to and over the South Boston Bypass Road . The site has interstate access and egress located immediately to the north via the I-90/I-93 interchange . The South Boston Bypass Road is proposed as a dedicated Olympic route providing direct access between the Olympic Stadium (1 mile away) and the University Cluster via I-90 . Transit access to the IBC/MPC is conveniently located 0 .6 miles west of the site at South Station and immediately north of the site via the Silver Line/World Trade Center station . Summer Street provides access to the downtown, featuring existing taxi cab stands . World Trade Center Boulevard provides immediate access to the vibrant South Boston Waterfront area .
Additional Transport Infrastructure
What additional transport infrastructure is planned?
Adjacent to the IBC/MPC site is the so-called “Track 61,” which is a planned rail connection between Beacon Yards (West Station) and the South Boston Waterfront . This service is expected to be operational before 2024 . When operational, this service will provide a direct rail connection between the Waterfront and University Clusters . A transport hub and parking are also planned in conjunction with the IBC/MPC on the north side and proximate to the site . Bicycle and pedestrian improvements are currently in design development along Summer Street between the site and South Station .
4.2 TRANSPORT
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4.3 LEGACY
Planned Post-Games Use
What is the planned post-Games use?
Both the IBC and MPC will be permanent buildings . We have planned IBC conversion for science, technology and innovation workspace for the Innovation District . The MPC will be designed to convert the 300,000 sf to office space supporting the expanding Innovation District . The overall IBC and MPC planning strategy for the Olympic Games
anticipates the legacy uses by following the City of Boston’s Seaport District 100 Acre Master Plan . The balance of the temporary IBC and MPC support space will revert back to development parcels and open park space . In all options, the transit infrastructure provided for the Olympic Games is utilized including the planned rail connection between Beacon Yards (West Station) to the South Boston Waterfront .
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Status: Additional
Location: South Boston Waterfront
Acreage: 27 ac
Planned Capacity: 1,000,000 sf
Owners: USPS, Gillette Company Massachusetts Convention Center Authority Commonwealth of Massachusetts Massachusetts Department of Transportation
Venue Access/Use: The Boston 2024 Partnership has engaged all owners regarding the access and use of this land. Representatives of the Commonwealth and the MCCA have been supportive of the Olympic planning efforts and use of the land.
Intended Tenants/Post-Games Use: The IBC/MPC facilities will be converted to commercial uses following the Games to support the South Boston Waterfront’s growing innovation culture. The Seaport District 100 Acre Master Plan, and temporary support areas for the IBC/MPC will be returned to open spaces and development parcels. Improved public transportation, commercial and residential growth and the legacy of the Olympics in the district would ideally position such parcels for innovative, cultural and community uses.
Financing Body: Joint
Construction Timeline: 36 - 42 months
Anticipated Hurdles: We will pursue omnibus state legislation to coordinate permitting at the local and state levels. This legislation will carefully consider land use, zoning, transportation, historic preservation, cultural celebration, environmental protection and economic benefits to ensure the successful implementation and integration of Games infrastructure. Land control is an important consideration for this site; we are working closely with the owners to reach a mutually beneficial arrangement.
Accessibility Options: The IBC/MPC will be served by the Olympic Route Network via I-90/I-93 and the South Boston Bypass Road. The IBC/MPC will be within walking distance of South Station, providing easy access to the Commuter Rail, Amtrak’s Northeast Corridor and the Red Line.
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