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2 39 MARRETT ROAD, LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS 02421 measurement of 70 decibels at 100’ as being equivalent to the noise level that is generated by a highway. His hope is that the noise consideration is factored in during the planning for this project. Richard Petrasso, resident of 39 Parker Street, loves pickleball and plays the sport. The problem is that at Gallagher, there is only twelve (12) meters between the courts and the abutters. Mr. Petrasso encouraged the Committee to find the right location for pickleball in Lexington. Hal Miller-Jacobs, resident of 17 Swan Lane, is an avid pickleball player. He participates in two groups with 15+ members each and he indicated that no one plays nor wants to play pickleball at Gallagher. Mr. Miller-Jacobs thanked the Committee for recognizing seniors and the excellent exercise that pickleball provides for seniors. He thanked Peter Coleman, Assistant Director of Recreation, for the installation of windscreens and pickleball line markings at the courts. Mr. Miller-Jacobs emphasized that Lexington needs dedicated pickleball courts as several surrounding communities, such as Burlington and Woburn, have these amenities. In his opinion, the Adams Courts would be a wonderful location since there are no abutters at this park. 3. Recreation Committee Email Correspondence – Lisa O’Brien Lisah Rhodes reported that ten emails were received about finding an alternative location for pickleball in Lexington instead of the Gallagher Courts. Other emails received were concerning the Lexington High School softball banner on the outfield fence at Center #2, the water fountains at Lincoln Park, and modifications to the traffic plan at Lincoln Park. 4. Recreation & Community Programs Report The May Recreation & Community Programs Report is attached to the meeting minutes. A series of shows hosted by Brett Outchcunis during the month of May that promote Skills for Life was highlighted. The department received two grants from the Dana Home Foundation this year: one to support the Forever Fit program ($19,800) and one to support the Drums Alive program ($2,500). The grant reception will be held on Wednesday, May 18th. The outdoor tent at the Community Center will be delivered on Wednesday, May 18th. Kate DeAngelis, Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, recently became certified in Youth Mental Health First Aid and Peter Coleman, Assistant Director of Recreation, was recently recertified as a Certified Pool Operator (CPO). The kickoff meeting for the Open Space and Recreation Plan (OSRP) will be held on Tuesday, May 17th. 5. Liaison Reports The May Liaison Reports are attached to the meeting minutes. 6. Bike Park/Pump Track – Mike O’Connor, resident This item has been moved to the June Recreation Committee meeting. 7. Athletic Field Feasibility Study – Melissa Battite Melissa Battite, Director of Recreation and Community Programs, provided the Committee with an update on the Athletic Field Feasibility Study. A copy of the presentation slides, which was prepared by Weston & Sampson, is attached to the meeting minutes. The project mobilized in Fall 2021 and Weston & Sampson will present the final report at the June Recreation Committee meeting. Ms. Battite reported that there were no real surprises when it comes to big picture findings. Several fields drain poorly based on their location and some of the options that were presented to staff were deemed non-starters due to such factors as being located in a settled neighborhood or parking limitations at the site. Once the final report has been received, it will be up to the staff and Committee to determine how the improvements can be built into the Recreation 5-Year Capital Plan. Ms. Battite recognized the various groups that filled out the survey that helped compile the information in the final report, which included cricket, ultimate frisbee, baseball, lacrosse, soccer, and the Lexington Public Schools.