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viewing stations. There are serious root issues and paths are subject to weather in terms of being slippery with mud. In our discussion, we acknowledged the challenges to making all sections of Willard Woods fully accessible. Lack of accessibility means being able to going around the meadow, but we might miss the pine groves and the pond. We reinforced the need for HP parking at the site. It was also mentioned that the forests had a very high level of amount of the combustible fuel on the ground. It was also suggested that there needs to be separation of pathways for walking and biking. Other issues discussed included the bridge over the stream near Brent Wood Drive is the only bridge capable of handling vehicles. Bump rails for safety will be included. Grading is not a big issue on the UA pathways proposed but due to the amount of ecological disturbance; a UA trail from North St to Diamond MS is not possible. Amber needs feedback by the end of July so the final plan can go to the Conservation Commission regarding two initial aspects: the restoration of the meadow; the engineer- advised UA trail and parking. We voted to support the conceptual plan phase. We approved the concept unanimously with two concerns noted: • the concern about the stretch from Brent Road straight through Willard Wood where bikes and pedestrians would share the path • the proposal for a spur of the pathway for the second phase of project. Victoria will write a letter summarizing the concerns and the vote. Opening on Commission Michael Martignetti is stepping down which creates a new opening on the commission. Update on DEI Officer hiring Martha Duffield has been hired as the town's first Chief Equity Officer and will start at the end of July. Additional new business and updates on new projects Hasting School—Pavement Concern Francine went to Hasting School to review traffic routes for the buses reported a dip in the pavement and wondered if there should be another marker to signal the change in sidewalk. Janet and Francine are going to check to see if this could be a problem. Temporary Outdoor Use Complaint A complaint was registered about the outdoor seating at Rancatore's located at the corner of Waltham Street and Massachusetts Avenue. Approval was granted by the Town for two chairs per table to allow sufficient sidewalk clearance for pedestrians and wheelchairs. A customer moved a third chair to a different table blocking the sidewalk and declined to move and make room when asked by Lexington resident in a wheelchair. Jim Kelly will reach out to the store to see what can be done. We also recognize that this period of time seems to have brought out the worst in people, and we thank them for their effort to remind their customers of the guidelines. Next Meeting: August 17Th Minutes submitted by Sue Cusack 2