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Ms. Shaw and other Committee members expressed concern about the number of proposed seating places, they did not think that there was adequate seating in the alley. Mr. Johnson said that Bank of America had expressed some concerns about additional seating which could pose a safety threat to their facility. Ms. Tintocalis added that there is the possibility of utilizing seasonal installations in the alley to help keep the space fresh. Such installations may include moveable furniture that would increase the number of seats. Mr. Pressman asked about the period of time specified in the agreement that the property owners would allow the space to be utilized by the Town. Ms. Tintocalis responded that the time period is 30 years. There was also discussion about the proposed lighting and how accessibility for those with disabilities was being addressed. The CPC voted in favor of the project (8 -1) as a placeholder for an amount not to exceed $350,000, subject to acceptance by all parties of the legal agreement between the Town, Bank of America and Condo Association. Mr. Pressman opposed. Ms. Tintocalis reported that the deadline for acceptance of the agreement is December 10tH 5) Antony Park- Return Interview- Dave Pinsonneault, DPW Operations Manager, appeared before the Committee for a second time regarding the proposed Antony Park project. Mr. Pinsonneault was called back because the CPC had additional questions about the project for which $60,000 is requested in CPA funds. Mr. Pinsonneault responded directly to a list of questions that had been submitted by Mr. Wolk and then additional discussion ensued. Mr. Pinsonneault mentioned that the DPW was brought in after the Board of Selectmen authorized the Tourism Committee to build the park in honor of Lexington's sister city, Antony, France. CPA funds are required to complete the project due to private fundraising being at a standstill. Donors are not unwilling to contribute more money to the project but they wish to see progress made before those funds are donated. Mr. Horton recognized that the DPW was 'stuck' with a partially completed project and mentioned that it was a lesson to be learned about the control of privately raised funds for such projects. Mr. Wolk objected to the handling of the project, noting that it was inappropriate to reimburse such mismanagement. Ms. Fenollosa voiced objection to the design of the proposed park, pointing out that Tower Park is rural in nature and such a stylized design would appear out of place. The Committee approved the project in a straw poll, 7 -2. Mr. Wolk and Ms. Fenollosa opposed. The meeting was adjourned at 4:59 PM. The following documents were submitted at the meeting: 1) Greeley Village Rear Door and Porch Preservation Project 2) Revised Lexington Housing Authority Greeley Village Rear Door and Porch Preservation Project 3) Grain Mill Alley PowerPoint Presentation