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In the wake of the Tourism Committee voting 8-1 to recommend that the Select Board rename the Visitors' Center the Lexington Information Center, the Center Committee voted 6-0 to recommend that the Select Board rename the Visitors' Center the Lexington Information Center. The rationale is be consistent with international practice and to signal to Lexington residents that the Center is a resource for them as well. For some time the Economic Development Office has focused on increasing tax revenue, now is the time to focus on improving the retail mix in the Center. Casey noted that in registering vacancies it would be helpful to require landlords to explain why the vacancy has persisted. Bulpan is closing or has already closed. The landlord seems to be actively marketing the Vinebrook Space and some work is being done on the interior. Cakeniche is coming into the old Dunkin Donuts space on Edison Way. Bank of America should be done with its structural renovations soon. Landscaping will commence in the Spring. Jill informed us that Select Board is reviewing the entire Police Station rebuild and location. Should it move to 173 Bedford Street. Should the whole building be knocked down. What kind of design would be best for entirely new building in the current location. The Hosmer House is going to be moved elsewhere. If anyone wants to move it and maintain the structure somewhere in Lexington, they can have it for $1. The Center Committee voted informally 5-0 (no quorum) to urge the Select Board to keep the Police Station in its current location.