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It was asked if the HDC had purview on panel selection and the “light levels” under the canopy and one of the PBC Liaison noted that the HDC’s purview is anything in view from a public way, which would be what is seen below the canopies. – It was pointed out that the bi-facial solar panel option leaving space between panels (in lieu of openings) would pick up production (architect to review), and it was noted that this type of panel would soon be industry standard. It was also recommended that a model for all day shadows be brought to the next presentation. To allay HDC concerns about a ‘dark cave’, Jon suggested doing some light meter readings at an existing gapped installation to establish lumens, and provide a photo. Point of observation made that the area under the pedestrian canopy could be used as booth space for the farmers market. Although it was pointed out that the Low Canopy may not be effective if a canopy or other structure was placed on fletcher field. Tecton concluded that discussions would be ongoing with the HDC. Integrated design policy discussion (IDP) For those not familiar with the “Integrated Design Policy”, this combines health and sustainability (including energy and resilience concerns) with design. The Chair provided a brief history on the development of the current Integrated Design Policy and stated that it would be helpful to gain any insight from Tecton, from the architect’s perspective of working with the policy, such that lessons learned might be helpful to the Town moving forward. Tecton’s feedback 1. Be specific with your expectations 2. It might be helpful to have someone from each of the various groups be represented at meetings. 3. Representatives from another group must take the information back to their group so that the “wheel is not reinvented” at every meeting. 4. Need to step back and see how the Policy affects the whole project, not just the building. Variations of group meetings were discussed as well as the need to involve other committees thru the process. Tecton suggested that design requirements be set so limits are clear, rather than ‘striving for’ parameters. Also, for clarity, alternating review meetings with different stakeholders bring stress to the project process, information and comments from various committees should be brought up together, in one combined conversation. Celis commented that the SLC would be making recommendations on the changes or updates to the IDP. Jon suggested that both committees should be involved in the editing of this policy and perhaps there needs to be a joint meeting to do so. Jon also recommended that the Stake Holder group be identified in advance for the upcoming High School project. The meeting ended at 6:50 PM Motion to adjourn, made and 2nd.