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J-9 t.OMMON CARRIER LICENSES - LEXPRESS Upon motion dul_j made and seconded, it was %-oted to approve the application of A- Connoisseur Transportation for f ix Common Carrier Licenses for the transportation of passengers for hire by LEXPRESS along the routes as outlined by the Town, to remain in effect throughout the term of the contract between the Town and A- Connoisseur Transportation for a mini -bus service, not longer than December 31, 1993. STUDENT GOVERNMENT DAY Mr, white referred to his "Proposal for High School Government Day ", in which he had outlined the objectives and design of the program. This year's program will provide students with more sophisticated hands -on experience. Eighteen positions will be available, increased over last gear's offerings because of interest shown at that time in an expanded program. The Manager reviewed the proposed calendar of events for the student officials beginning in late January with orientation and dis uribut ion of information on current issues; select ion of jobs and issues by students and work by the students and staff on a particular problem; development of strategy for presentations to the Board of Selectmen; meeting of student school committee led by a, student superintendent to develop strategies for mock board meeting; mock School Committee /Board of Selectmen meeting; ,attendance at a session of the Actual Town Meeting; and a luncheon/presentation of certificates to participants. Mr. White asked the Board's endorsement of the program, as presented. Mrs. Smith felt that it was an excellent idea and hoped it can be continued and expanded upon ex--en more i.e. a course on Town government given in the schools. She asked that if possible, interest be generated in appointments as student Planners, which, she noted, was omitted from the list of positions available because of lack of interest in planning a.cti`-ities last year. Mr. Eddison commended the Manager for giving greater depth in time and opportunities to students in this year's program. All Board members agreed that the Manager should go forward with his plans. STREET RESURFACING BIDS Mr. white reported that bids for the street resurfacing programs had been opened recently and that the results of the bidding were alarming. The three bids submitted had exceeded preliminary projections due, the ?Manager felt, to uncertainty in the repaving industry caused by the Middle East crisis. T.4e requested that the Selectmen Note to reject all bids submitted. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was Noted to reject all bids submitted for the street resurfacing program, opened on December 13, 1990, as recommended by the Town Manager. The project will be rebid, hopefully in the Spring, when o ° 1. prices have become more stable.