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lawn mowers. Secondly, there had also been recently articulated concerns about the decibel ratings of GLB's and how these ratings were confusing (e.g., whether measured "at the ear" or at 50 ft). Dan stated that Article 10 did not affect landscape equipment other than GLBs. However, given the possibility that these issues could continue to result in confusion over what noise level was permitted, Dan discussed a potential Motion which would have the effect of removing all references to noise in Article 10. He briefed those in attendance on the background to the proposed 78 dB limit and the fact that the NAC had deliberately set the limit at 78clB, unlike other local Towns (some of whom have lower dB limits)to ensure that most GLBs remained legal. Dan also noted on the issue of enforcement by the Town, Acting Chief of Police McLean had stated that enforcement of permitted dates and times of GLB usage was preferred to an enforcement approach based on noise levels and the interpretation and measurement thereof. Motion Dan moved that all references to sound/noise levels in the current Article 10 be removed.The motion was seconded by Nick and after deliberation and consideration by the Committee a rollcall vote was taken, and the Motion was approved unanimously. b. Phaseout Date for GLBs Dan noted that the Lexington Board of Health recently endorsed Article 10. Vicki then spoke to the issue of phasing out GLBs in Lexington. She noted that the State of California has now resolved to ban all GLB's state-wide as of 2024. She stated that it appeared fair to provide local landscapers with more time to run down/depreciate their gas-powered equipment. She suggested that adding an extra year prior to phase-out (moving the phase-out date to 2025)would be appropriate. Mark added that the intent of the extension would be to provide a further year to local landscapers following the CA ban. Dan referenced a recent discussion with a landscaper, the latter of whom indicated that while he recognized the inevitability of a conversion to BLBs and other equipment, he was also nervous about the date of conversion coming too soon. Nick noted that if a change was made to the phaseout period, the NAC's materials online and those that had been sent to Town Meeting members (and others)would need to be re-sent. Vicki observed that, in her view, local residents were more interested in knowing that a phaseout will eventually take place, even if the current date were to be extended. The Committee discussed the possible change and after deliberation the following Motion was made: