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ARTICLE 8 (e) Project: Battle Green Monument Restoration CPA Category: Historic Resources Amount Requested: $50,000 Amount Recommended: $50,000 CPC Vote: (9-0) Project Description: The Battle Green area is one of the most highly visible and historically significant areas in Lexington. The historic monuments in and around the Battle Green are an important part of the history of Lexington and of the nation. These monuments are beginning to show signs of wear; cracks are beginning to appear, there is water damage and discoloration, and in some areas, wording on the monuments has worn off. This project is proposed by the Department of Public Works so that each monument can be inspected and the necessary repair and restoration work can be undertaken. The primary monuments to be restored are the Obelisk, Minuteman Statue, Minuteman Monument and the Common flagpole. A conservator will be hired to assist and th oversee the project. This work will be completed in preparation for the Town’s 300 year celebration in 2013. Project Goals and Objectives: Properly inspect and assess the condition of each monument, Prescribe the proper treatment of each monument, Repair and restore the monuments so they will be stable and aesthetically pleasing, Conduct work compatible with the Battle Green Master Plan. Project Benefit: Lexington's history needs to be preserved for the present and for the future. The area in and around the Battle Green is important both to the residents of Lexington and to the citizens of the United States. Failure to address the needed repairs will result in the continued deterioration of the monuments which will impact the residents and tourism in Lexington. This project will rehabilitate and repair existing monuments in the Town Center, restoring their structural integrity and proper finish in preparation for the Town's 300th year celebration in 2013. Funding Request: This FY 12 funding request for this project is $50,000. 12