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Minutes for the Meeting of March 4, 2004 2 The Board expressed its concern about the destruction of the wooded slope where the new independent living units would be built. Mr. Galaitsis questioned the wisdom of building more independent units, as the new people who come to live in them will, in turn, increase the need for support services as they age. Mr. Freehling indicated that industry-wide data were used in planning this project. Mr. Peach commented that the plan includes revegetation of the disturbed land. Town Officials Comments and Questions: Mr. Donald Graham, chair of the Transportation Advisory Committee, commended Brookhaven for its shuttle bus service and other traffic mitigation measures. But he urged them to help support Lexpress and restore the Town transportation coordinator position. Mr. Patrick Mehr, Town Meeting Member, Pr.3, asked what the public benefit of this proposal is and if it is really necessary. Mr. Harden indicated that Brookhaven is a part of our community. It fills a void in Lexington's housing spectrum, an importance that was validated by the 1986 Town Meeting that approved the original rezoning. Mr. Mehr objected to the destruction of a portion of Brookhaven's environment. Audience Comments and Questions: About 25 Brookhaven residents were present, some who support the project and some who oppose it. Their concerns had to do with the amount of disruption of the site and to the residents and the necessity of increasing the number of independent units to pay for the new wellness amenities. The amount of disturbance to the landscape was of high concern to many. Selectman McKenna expressed her opinion that there should be a contribution to a town -wide transportation coordinator as well as perpetual, escalating contributions toward Lexpress. On a motion duly made and seconded, the Board voted unanimously to Aourn at 11:35 p.m. ohn L. Davies, Clerk