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,S US Mop pQ` 1 775 ` �(3 APRIL 11- k /NG'V Use of Bikeway for Amazing Revolutionary Race and Ein Plein Air: The committee agreed to recommend to the BoS approval for use of the Bikeway for the Amazing Revolutionary Race in the early afternoon of Thursday, May 9, during Revolutionary Revelry month. The event would be scavenger hunt for middle and high school students along the Bikeway from the Visitor's Center to the Munroe Center. It is being held as part of Bike Walk `n Bus Week, and a bike safety station will be part of the events. The committee also agreed to recommend that the Ein Plein Air event can again take place along the Bikeway, but with reservations; namely that artists and observers stay well off the bike path. The committee will advise that the wider sections of the Bikeway be used, where there is plenty of green space. Status of Bikeway Wayfinding and Bike Map: Toole Design Group is seeking input via a Wiki Map to determine most popular access points on the bike path. They are planning a public event closer to Spring. The front of the Bikeway features points of interest within a half mile of the Bikeway as well as trails off the Bikeway. The back of the map will include information about the Bikeway as well as map inserts of each of the three town centers. Liaison Reports: The Recreation Committee is doing strategic planning, talking to various user groups and determining how the Recreation Department can improve services to citizens. Other business: Patria reported that the bike corral and parklet will be installed for the season on Mass Ave on May 1. The plan will likely feature a raised platform with tables and chairs in the center section and bike racks on either end. The meeting was adjourned at 8:28 pm. Record of the Discussions of Friends of Lexington Bikeways: Treasurer's Report: FoLB has received $350 in donations. Twenty vests were purchased for $123.60. Garfield Street Access Project (status): We are still seeking a Boy Scout to undertake this project. Bikeway Steps to the Town Offices Project (status): We have a Boy Scout lined up but work has not yet started. Patriot's Day: Marita met with Laurel Carpenter, Greg Shenstone, and Don Grant to plan for the Sunday, April 14th parade. Marita signed up cyclists. Each will wear a vest and a helmet; decorating your bike is optional. Bob Hausslein will build a boardwalk on wheels with the help of Greg. Don will order a banner and coordinate the Conservation Stewards.