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Julien Icher stated that 25 markers have already been installed across US. Julien talked of the tour history and the connection with the Revolution. Bill Poole praised the work of Marsha Baker Dave P stated that the CVS area is prohibitive because of the ongoing streetscape work Questions: date, time needed for all to be installed Avram: Battle Green not a possibility? Julien spoke to his feeling that Lafayette is significant and should be placed on the Green George outlined the connection with Emery Park for the marker and the Depot where the banner could be placed It was suggested that an entire meeting be devoted to the Battle Green Master Plan (approved 2011). Bebe advised inviting Dawn McKenna, Chair of the Tourism Committee, because of her knowledge of the plan. Linda asked for a walkabout of the proposed marker spots John Frey Memorial Marker: A Proposal from the Lexington Tree Committee, Jim Wood, Chair, Tree Committee George Gagliardi, Bike Committee; Chris Filadoro, DPW; Red oak trees to memorialize John Frey for his service on the Tree Committee and numerous further committees have already been planted on Arbor Day. The Tree Committee wishes to install a flush mounted granite stone (3 feet by 1 by 4) adjacent to one of the trees. The monument, created by the Newton Memorial Art Company, will have the following inscription: THREE RED OAKS DAEDICTED TO JOHN W. FREY LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT FALSA FOUNDING MEMBER AND CHAIRMAN TREE COMMITTEE 2001-2018 BIKE COMMITTEE 24 YEARS WITH SEVICE ON 9 OTHER COMMITTEES The current cost of the stone with engraving is just under $1400 . It will be paid for by the Tree and Bike Committees. Chris stated that lawn maintenance would not be a problem. Avram stated the need for a process to honor Lexingtonians going forward. Chris mentioned the options of trees and benches, and John's wish for trees. Chuck mentioned the need to document on a map where a monument stands. Doug approved and indicated that the marker approval needs to go to the Selectboard. Bebe spoke in favor of the need to honor John for all his contributions to the Town.