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Lexington Center Committee October 13, 1988 PRESENT: Mrs. Battin, Mary Hastings, Ed Barsamian, Dave Wells, Bob Ossman, Bill Bowen. Also attending were Selectman Ieo McSweeney; Richard White, Town Manager, Police Chief Paul Furdon, Jacqueline Bateson, Steve Crowne, President of Chamber of Commerce; Donna Corrazini, Acting Executive Director of Chamber of Commerce; Esther Arlan, No. Lexington Rep. , Jere Frick, MAPC Rep., Liz Banks, Lexington Minute Man and Fay Bussgang. MINUTES: The minutes of the September 8, 1988 meeting of the L.C.C. were accepted as amended. CROSSWALK ENFORCEMENT Liz Banks was commended for the good articles in past Minute Man. Notices were sent to all students in schools regarding this issue at the time of the poster contest. However, despite prior educational efforts there has been noted a slacking off by motorists and that more jaywalking seemed to be taking place. It was suggested that enforcement be increased for motorist crosswalk violations. Rick White We have a vibrant, active Center, which sometimes results in motor and pedestrian violations. The Police must take a positive role in the Center. Education of the citizenry is the key. It is very difficult to enforce Jay Walking Law as it is also bad for businesses in the area. A period of Public Safety Awareness should be considered. The police have to enforce all laws not specific laws. There were 200 citations issued last year alone. The duties of the Center Officer have not been specifically described in writing. These duties have been reviewed by the Chief and a high priority has been placed on: Pedestrian use of the Center Crosswalks Elimination of double parking Courtesy Proper Pedestrian Awareness Use of the Walk/No Walk signals Implementation of all Police Department Regulations Service Image projected by officers, protection of all communities' citizenry Education process to make the area better place to shop, work, etc. Good signage regarding the rules of the Town The new cross walk on Waltham St. will help somewhat. Chief Furdon Non residents are more apt to break the cross walk law. Less than 25% of the violations are committed by Lexington residents. The 200 citations issued last year are a lot for one violation. There has been more cruiser control on the crosswalks being done. One time Safety program not preferred - continuous, steady education and enforcement. Bill Bowen Placing signs at the entry spots to the Center on Bedford, Woburn, Waltham Sts. and Mass. Ave. warning motorists that Lexington enforces the Cross Walk Law.