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DESIGN ADVISORY COMMITTEE TOWN OF LEXINGTON Meeting Minutes: October 5, 2005 Present: Bahig Kaldas, John Frey, Carl Oldenburg (acting chair), Alenka Slezak, Colin Smith, Betsy Whitman Scribe: Alenka Slezak Call to Order: The meeting was called to order at 7:40PM by Carl Oldenburg Approvals: Minutes of the September Ò05 meeting were approved with a minor typographical correction. Presentations/Review: Captain Parker Arms Apartments A proposal for a sign at the corner of Waltham St. and Worthen Rd. was discussed. There was not a representative present to answer any questions. Based on the paperwork that was submitted, it was determined that the information was insufficient to make any conclusions; however, there are some comments/questions of note, as follows: -What materials, colors and finishes are being proposed? -Consider the size/scale of the sign. -There was no mention of lighting Î so we presume this will be an unlit sign. -There is some concern as to the safety issue with respect to li pertains to the proposed location. Also, might it be too distracting for drivers going by as there is lots of information on the sign at a very busy intersection? It may be preferable to locate the sign further down Worthen Rd. toward the entrance to the apartment complex. General Discussions: Improving Signage Application Process It might be helpful to reference the existing website for signage guidelines in order to further educate applicants what the town requirements are. Additionally, perhaps the booklet could be a part of the hand-out together with the application form as standard procedure. Carl/Colin plan to communicate this with office staff.