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2 Street, and Longwei Su, resident of 29 Parker Street, both expressed their support for Mr. Petrasso’s statement. 2.Meeting Minutes st Renen Bassik moved to approve the minutes from the June 21 meeting and Lisa O’Brien seconded the motion. The Recreation Committee voted 5-0 to approve this motion. Rick th DeAngelis moved to approve the minutes from the July 19 meeting and Christian Boutwell seconded the motion. The Recreation Committee voted 5-0 to approve this motion. 3. Recreation Committee Email Correspondence Claire Sheth reported that emails were received about Bill H.3948, which is a proposed bill in the Massachusetts legislature that if passed, would ban the use of municipal funds for synthetic turf fields. The emails expressed opposition to the proposed bill. Ms. Sheth added that email from the Lexington Pickleball Club (LPC) had been received. LPC has seen its membership continue to grow, the monthly open houses have been successful, and LPC is working with Grace Chapel about potential use of its gym this fall. An email was received about access to Sutherland Park. Emails were also received from the Parker Street abutters concerning the noise dampening measures that will be taken at Gallagher and referenced the possibility of legal action being pursued if the new Gallagher Courts are lined for pickleball. 4. Review Proposed Ad Hoc Land Acquisition Working Group Policy Wendy Manz, resident of 3 Captain Parker Arms and representative from the Housing Partnership Board, presented a draft of the Ad Hoc Land Acquisition Working Group Policy Recommendation to the Committee. A copy of the draft recommendation, with suggested edits from the Conservation Commission’s Land Acquisition Subcommittee, is attached to the meeting minutes. Ms. Manz explained that Conservation has been well-organized and acted very rapidly when new parcels of land become available in town. The purpose of the proposed Ad Hoc Land Acquisition Working Group is to work collectively with representatives from Conservation, Housing, Lexington Public Schools, and Recreation when reviewing the possible acquisition of a property and then make a recommendation to the Select Board. It is believed that this will be a fairer approach regarding potential acquisitions and uses. Ms. Manz stated that the policy recommendation has been reviewed by Conservation and she is looking for suggestions and recommendations from the Committee before this document goes before the Select Board in September. Rick DeAngelis, Chair of the Recreation Committee, thought that the policy is a great idea as it provides a focus on this topic. Members of the Committee then had the opportunity to provide input, feedback, and suggested edits. One suggestion was for the policy to state a member/designee from each Committee (does not need to be the chair). Including a definition of the scope of the group was also mentioned. Renen Bassik asked when it is necessary to form a working group and thought it would be beneficial for the policy to be as specific and positive as possible. Christian Boutwell, Vice Chair of the Recreation Committee, thanked the Housing Partnership for including Recreation in the conversation and asked who will chair this ad hoc group. Ms. Manz said that is still to be determined and also stated that the group may not include a Select Board member. The ad hoc group will have the authority to make recommendations and then the Select Board will make the final decision. Members of the Committee expressed their excitement for moving forward with this collaborative effort. Melissa Battite, Director of Recreation and Community Programs, added that there is often internal competition and conflict for the same land among Town departments, boards, and committees. Having a bigger picture approach will be beneficial for all parties involved. Ms. Manz concluded by saying that she will send the revised version to the Committee before it is presented to the Select Board in September. 39 MARRETT ROAD, LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS 02421