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Yes, we do plan to host events for 100+ individuals. We would like to eventually create parking for up to 50 vehicles by converting some of the existing property to parking space (to the right of the farmstand when facing the farmstand) 10. Will you be willing to attend regular or periodic meetings of the Town's Community Farming Committee to provide operational updates? Are you prepared to work closely with the Community Farming Committee ( "Committee "), which will be the Town entity directly overseeing all farm operations? This coordination will include having a representative attend Committee meetings, which may well be monthly during at least the first year of farm operations, and in any case will be at a frequency responsive to issues that may arise. Yes, we are willing to work closely with the Community Farming Committee. We ask that the schedule of these meetings be considerate of the farming schedule. Our hope is that the relationship with the Committee is more than a monthly report, but also collegial and productive in helping us negotiate local issues and networking with Lexington residents and local partners. 11. Please describe any capital improvements you plan for the farm over the life of the lease. Do the terms of the lease present any obstacles to capital improvements that you otherwise might plan to make? Please describe any long term capital plans for the facility relative to buildings and equipment. - Farmstand — we will pay for an inspection prior to signing the lease, so that we have a specific budget and a plan to maintain the structure - Water — possibly improve the waterflow by putting in a new pump, tubing - Gazebo — construct a 3- season structure to host events, classes - Structures to house animals in our `farmland' — pens, fences, small sheds /housing - Tractors and other mechanized equipment - Other equipment, implements, and tools - Solar panels to power equipment, electric tractor - Driveways - Storage for equipment 12. Are you prepared to provide the Committee with a single point of contact with respect to all aspects of farm operations? - Yes — Elizabeth Almeida 13. Are you prepared to include in the Operational /Site Plan specific limitations on the scope of operations and activities at the farm? Although the draft lease included in the RFP is unclear on the point, the final negotiated Operational /Site Plan is intended to be an enforceable part of the lease. 9