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Members explored the role of Advocates for the emergency services with the police: • Kim questioned how they were paid and Melissa explained that they were under a regional state contract with the DMH. Further discussion about the model used in Watertown with more collaboration with Advocates for a Jail Diversion program. Melissa explained that we share a jail diversion program with other towns. There was further discussion about the added stress during this period and the difficulty in finding available hospital beds. Lexington does have a relationship with the Elliot Center for crisis work although the position is currently not filled. Committee returned to the best way to proceed. • Doug mentioned the pilot program with the police that Melissa had suggested as a possible option. • There was further discussion about their being more areas of concern that had not been mentioned in our last meeting. • It was decided that a working meeting would take place on April 27 with Doug's placing the HS time on the May 10 Board Agenda. Leslie also reported on the possibility of adding a new member to the committee when Lea Elkin resigns. Doug reported that new procedures are in place for committee assignments and the need for more applicants. • Publicize to diversify the reach and involvement • Application on town web site • Select Board will review Applicants and Appoint 4. Next meeting date—Tuesday,April 27,2021, 7pm 5. Adjournment-The meeting was adjourned at 8:43.