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Lexington Historical Society New Boiler and Oil Tank for Buckman Tavern The Lexington Historical Society is seeking funding for a new boiler for Buckman Tavern, and for the removal of the underground oil tank at the Tavern, to be replaced by a new tank in the basement. The current boiler is over 30 years old, and an energy audit done pro Bono by local experts last year recommended boiler replacement. In addition to avoiding possible failure of the boiler, a new one should be more energy efficient. Boiler replacement is part of a larger project the Society has been undertaking to improve energy efficiency at Buckman Tavern, including insulating pipes and attic areas, Although there is no evidence of leakage, removal of the buried oil tank is important due to the potential costs and problems that a leak would cause on this visible and heavily used area of town -owned land. Maintaining an adequate heating system at Buckman Tavern is important to the use of the building for visitors and events, and boiler failure could lead to freezing pipes that would jeopardize the historic fabric of the building. Specifications and quotations for a new boiler and removal /replacement of the oil tank have been obtained and the project can be carried out as soon as funding is available. The new boiler will cost $7200, asbestos removal is $1435, and the removal /replacement of the oil tank is $4100, for a total project cost of $12,735. Arlex Oil Corporation is contributing $2050 toward the cost of the oil tank replacement and the Society is requesting $10,685 in CPA funding for this project. Buckman Tavern is Town -owned and leased to the Historical Society long -term. The Society is responsible for all day- to- day expenses of running the Tavern, including heating costs, as well as routine maintenance and repair. The Town has made capital improvements to the Tavern from time to time, most recently paying for the cost of a new roof. This partnership has worked well, The Community Preservation Committee recommends funding this request.