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-2- and how operating costs for such a "structure" would be handled. Also to be explored is the degree of increase in parking fees for the "structure" which would be accept- able to the Chamber. Mr. Bowen expects to receive info on criteria, etc. from the State in the near future and urged the Committee to proceed as quickly as possible with the proposal . Discussion followed on the question of meters or nb meters as has been done in Arlington, and whether increased parking fees could discourage people from coming to the Center. The Chamber of Commerce 1986 Parking Utilization Study was referenced. The Cham- ber had seen need for another, more formal study and had suggested Town participation with matching $3,000 funding. Chamber representatives will check is such a study is still needed. In any case it should be deferred until the burned out area is rebuilt. Mrs. Bogen suggested that a term other than "Parking Garage" be used i .e. "Off- Street Parking Facility" , "Deck". "Deck" seemed to be favored by most of the Commit- tee. Members all agreed on commitment to a more efficient use of existing space which would be very beneficial to the banks , medical facilities and shops in the area. The Commuter bikepath would also be taken into consideration as to location of a facility. Once groundwork is done, the committee would then go to the Selectmen for funding a feasibility study, possibly in June. The Chamber of Commerce may be approached to see if matching funds are available. Mr. McSweeney will explore the possibility of avail- able monies from the Town authorized Parking Meter funds. Mrs. Frick referred to a parking garage in Medford which was constructed with 90% from the State. The Parking and Traffic subcommittee will be responsible for the compiling of all available infor- mation to be presented to the LCC for review and recommendation. JAYWALKING/CROSSWALKS The committee was in accordance that education on the existing laws would be in order before enforcement of the laws could be implemented. As this would be a joint venture between the Chamber of Commerce and the Town, several options towards this educational goal would be possible such as handouts , posters placed in store windows , signs at the crosswalks . The Chamber , Mary Hastings , will be responsible for the handouts , posters in windows - the Town for crosswalk signs. Jointly responsible for newspaper coverage. A contest will be conducted in the schools via the Art Department for signage design referring to jaywalking , etc. A smaller contest will be conducted referring to "No bike riding or skateboarding in the Center" . Selection will be done by reps of the Chamber, School Dept. and the LCC. SODIUM LIGHTS/POSTED LIGHTS Mr. Bowen reported on the existing 12 posted light fixtures which are in need of new internal bulbs. He noted that the 3 similar lights located at Lexington Square facility are more functional and pleasing but also more expensive. The matter was referred to the Design sub committee.