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Bikeway Plowing: We decided to continue to raise funds for Bikeway plowing since the plowing was done so efficiently last year. Bikeway Usage Guidelines: George distributed a draft of suggested Bikeway guidelines to help the committee when considering requests for use of the Bikeway (e.g., for large events, to post signs, etc.). He outlined the most important factors in making a decision on Bikeway use. We determined that safety should be the overriding factor. Jerry suggested that any special use “should not disrupt general use of the Bikeway.” Closing off any section of the Bikeway for special events might jeopardize safety. It was also agreed that “requests need to include a plan for dealing with traffic….” George solicited additional comments and will incorporate our suggestions in the next draft. We discussed whether the guidelines would be an internal document or part of the town’s policy manual. Stew stated that the town already has some policy guidelines: when an individual or group asks to use the Bikeway, the Town Manager’s office consults the LBAC and the police. Peggy mentioned that Norm Cohen has reached out to get help developing policies to guide the Selectmen; George will attend the meeting with her on November 3. Adams Art Grant: We agreed to be one of the sponsors of the Adams Art Grant, which the Tourism Committee is seeking to underwrite a “cultural tourism” program. Some of the money from the grant would be used to publish a bike and walking map to various cultural sites in and around Lexington. Laurel will try to attend the October 21 meeting that Dawn has called. The meeting was adjourned at 8:55 pm. Record of the Discussions of the Friends of Lexington Bikeways Treasury: Bob Hausslein reported a balance of $6,192.67, which includes a $1,000 contribution from Shire (for two earlier road races) and a $25 donation from Amy Weinstock. Moving Together 2010 Conference: Laurel, Peggy and Bob Hausslein attended the meeting. Both perceived a gap between the state DOT administrators and what is actually happening on the local level. The State apparently sometimes violates its own standards for road widths and has narrowed road lanes to 10 feet 6 inches. The new Massachusetts drivers’ manual will have more information about road rules for bicyclists. Bike Corral: Peggy reported that the Farmers’ Market would like to have corrals once a month next season. We thanked Steven Kruse for designing our new banner. We will get an additional banner from VistaPrint.