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Regional Planning continued from previous page Lexington's MAPC representative and other Lexington representatives participated in several MAPC /MAGIC forums on Smart Growth and Mixed Use Overlay dis- tricts, Affordable Housing Options, Impact of Local Zoning on Housing and Commercial Development, Zoning Reform, Expedited Permitting, Low - Impact Development (LID) Tools and Strategies, Suburban Mobility, a Parking Toolkit, and transportation issues in the regional long -range transportation plan. Lexington and MAGIC maintain a direct voice in trans- portation planning and project selection through the Historic Districts Commission Historic Districts Commission ROLE: To promote the educational, cultural, economic, and general wel- fare of the public through the preser- vation and protection of historic buildings, places, and districts. APPOINTED by the Selectmen for overlapping 5 -year terms: two candi- dates nominated by the Lexington Historical Society, one candidate nominated by the Arts and Crafts Society, Inc., one candidate nominat- ed by the Trustees of the Cary Memorial Library, and one selected at large by the Selectmen. Boston MPO and its Regional Transportation Advisory Council. Richard Canale represents MAGIC on trans- portation issues as the subregion's representative to the Regional Transportation Advisory Council. Gail Wagner, the Lexington Transportation Coordinator, represents Lexington on the Advisory Council. In addition, Lexington resident, Barbara Lucas represents the MAPC on the Boston MPO and its Planning and Program Committee, of which she is Vice - Chair. Front Row Left to Right: Carl Oldenburg, Ian Adamson, Cbairman Joespb Welcb, Clerk Amy Casparius, Alfonso Hernandez, Lynn Hopkins, Second Row: Robert Warshawer, Paul Ross. Chair Joseph Welch, Ian Adamson, Lynn Hopkins, Alfonso Hernandez and Daniel Griffin Jr.; associate commissioners: Carl Oldenburgh, Robert Warshawer, Paul Ross, and Marilyn Fenollosa Ian Adamson ended his term as a commissioner after 10 years of service. The Commission has benefited immensely from his contribution over the years. HEARINGS: Hearings 136: 63 Formal, 36 continued, and 37 informal. Issued: 76 Certificates of Appropriateness, 1 denial, and 1 extension of time. HIGHLIGHTS: • The Commission continues to work with the architectural team for the Supportive Living, Inc. housing in the historic Lexington Press building at 9 Oakland Street. They requested and received approval to extend their Certificate of Appropriateness until August 2008. This hearing will remain open until the project is completed. • The Commission has determined the appropriateness of construction documents and materials for the construction of the new 3- story, wood framed, 30 -unit Lexington Commons condominium (now know as Lexington Place) at the former Battle Green Inn location. Construction shall occur over a 16 -month time frame. This hearing will remain open until the project is complete. The Commission has determined the appropriateness of plans for the construction of a house at 3 Hancock Avenue to replace one destroyed by a gas explosion and fire in 2005. • Commissioners continue to give special time to applicants when guidance is needed. The Commission continues to work on signage issues in the business districts and design issues for Town properties. JANUARY FORMAL HEARINGS There were no formal hearings for January. CONTINUED HEARINGS 475 A & B Massachusetts Avenue - Robert Gulick received approval for roofing. Certificate Number 2007C -1 continued on next page 2007 Annual Report, Town of Lexington Page 61 0 0 0 G Q Lo