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proposed project had already been discussed with the Conservation Department. In response to a question from resident Bob Pressman, Ms. Simmons explained that the current surface was exhibiting wear and that its warranty would soon expire. The Committee asked her to address the issue of warranty vs. “usable life”, since it did not seem necessary to replace the surface if it did not pose a safety risk. Ms. Simmons explained that the current synthetic turf presently did not present a safety risk, but did have signs of degradation. She said “crumb rubber” had been put down in sections where the use was particularly noticeable, but that this was a temporary measure. The new surface proposed for Field 1 would have a 10-year warranty, compared to the 5-year warranty of the current surface. Mr. McSweeney stated that he felt Lincoln Park was “tremendously successful”, but noted that lack of parking is an issue. He questioned whether additional parking spaces could be created as part of the FY14 project. Ms. Simmons said that 300 spaces had been in the initial design, but that due to neighborhood concerns, the total had been reduced to 100 spaces. As part of their presentation, the Recreation Department noted that similar requests would be made for CPA funding in FY15 and FY16 for the rehabilitation of Fields 2 and 3. 8.Review of Project Applications by Various Boards and Committees – Ms. Rice noted that the FY14 applications for historic preservation funds will be sent to the Historical Commission for comment. Applications are typically sent to the Planning Board as well. Mr. Wolk asked that the Conservation Commission be included on this list. 9.Upcoming Meetings – The next scheduled meeting of the CPC will be thth November 15, followed by one on the 29. The Committee decided that projects can be presented to the Town at the Town Meeting Members Association meeting prior to Town Meeting. CPC members felt there was little reason to have a CPC hearing for the projects since such hearings are not required by the statute and have been poorly attended in the past. The Needs Assessment Public Hearing, th is which required by the statute, was tentatively scheduled for December 19 at 7:00 pm. The Committee will seek a warrant article to make a change to the CPA Town By-law so that this hearing does not have to be held annually. This hearing has also been poorly attended. 10.Greeley Village Entrance Door Project, $190,734 – Steve Keane, the Director for the Lexington Housing Authority met with the CPC to request $190,734 in funds for the purchase of front doors at Greeley Village. The project involves the replacement of 25 entrance doors and their associated flooring and doorbells. The doors are 40 years old, and many allow water to infiltrate the front doorway area during heavy storms. Mr. Keane explained that the Housing Authority would also be seeking funding for the project from the state Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) which would consider contribution to the project costs once the project was approved for CPA funding. This may reduce 4