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SELECTMEN'S MEETING 6
December 11, 1989
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Monday,
December 11, 1989, in the Selectmen's Meeting Room, Town Office Building, at
7:30 p.m. Acting Chairman Eddison, Mr. Dailey, Mr. McSweeney; Mr. Cohen, Town
Counsel; Ms. Radway, Asst. to the Town Manager; Mrs. Snow, Executive Clerk,
were present. Mr. Marshall and Mr. White arrived later in the meeting.
PUBLIC HEARING, EDISON, MARRETT ROAD
)[r. Eddison opened a public hearing on the petition of Boston Edison
Company for permission to install conduit in Marrett Road at its intersection
pith Waltham Street.
Edward Chisholm, representing the Edison Company, explained the need for
the work to provide service to the new Mobil Station.
There being no questions or comments in favor or in opposition, the
Chairman declared the hearing closed.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
petition, plans and orders of the Boston Edison Company for the purpose of
installing ten feet of conduit in the following area:
Marrett Road -- southerly approximately 137 feet southeast of Waltham
Street, a distance of about ten feet.
NUCLEAR WEAPONS FREEZE COMMITTEE
Lester Arond and other members of the Lexington Committee for a Nuclear
Weapons Freeze, met with the Board to request approval of their request for
insertion in the 1990 Annual Town Meeting ballot of a question proposing cuts
in military spending by the federal government in order to reduce the deficit
and fund economic, environmental and social needs.
Mr. Arond pointed out the interconnecting of state and federal budgets'
adverse impact on local budgets and read the proposed question for the ballot.
Carolyn Tiffany reported on a State committee for a nuclear freeze which
is sponsoring a campaign to allow citizens to have a voice in the allocation
of state and federal funds.
Mr. Eddison said he was supportive of the stated objectives but was
troubled by having a question on the local ballot, the subject of which is not
directly connected with the running of the Town and by the precedent which
would be created regarding other questions, as they are submitted for
insertion on the ballot. He added that if he thought the inclusion of the
question would increase voter participation, he would be more inclined to
favor the request.
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addition of questions on the ballot because of the precedent which would be
formed and that he would not support the request.
Mr. McSweeney agreed, on the basis of precedent.
Mr. Cohen explained procedures under statute which must be followed
which require ten signatures on such a petition to the Selectmen. If the
Selectmen do not approve, the petitioners have 90 days in which to obtain the
signatures of 10% of the registered voters (1,800 signatures).
Motion was made to approve the insertion in the 1990 ballot as proposed
by the Lexington Committee for a Nuclear Freeze, and seconded for purposes. _ P of
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Mr. Dailey and Mr. McSweeney repeated their opposition to the creation
of a precedent and to the inappropriateness of the question on a local bailt.
Mr. Marshall joined the meeting at that time and Mr. Eddison recapped
the proceedings for his information.
Mr. Marshall said he would support the placing of the question on the
ballot.
Motion having been made and seconded, it was voted 3 to 1, with Mr.
Marshall voting in favor, to disapprove the request of the Lexington Committee
for a Nuclear Freeze for insertion of a question on the ballot for the 1990
Town election.
MINUTES
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the minutes
of the Selectmen's meeting on November 13, 1989.
APPOINTMENTS TO LEXHAB
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to reappoint the
following to the Lexington Housing Assistance Board for terms of office to
expire on December 5, 1991:
Marshall Derby, 23 Suzanne Road
Donald Wilson, 36 Fern Street
Lynda Wik, 56 Robbins Road
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HANSCOM FIELD WORKING COMMITTEE
Mr. Eddison reported on the request by the Hanscom Field Advisory
Committee for formation of a Working Committee to monitor Hanscom's "FAR Part
150 Study", working in conjunction with the consultant who has been hired to
do the "Noise Control and Combatibility Planning Study" at Hanscom Field. He
recommended that Frank Sandy, also endorsed by John Taylor, H.F.A.C. be
designated as Lexington's representative.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to appoint Frank Sandy,
353 North Emerson Road, as Lexington's representative on the Hanscom Field
Working Committee.
CONGRESSMAN MARKEY, CATV
The Board reviewed a draft letter prepared by the CATV/Communications
Advisory Committee to Congressman Markey, expressing the Town's support of an
immediate overhaul of the Cable Communications Policy Act of 1984, as proposed
in a policy adopted by the National League of Cities. Mr. Eddison felt that
the Committee should be commended for the excellent composition of the letter,
to be signed by the Selectmen.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the letter
to Congressman Markey, as prepared by the Cable TV and Communications Advisory
Committee.
EXTENSION OF HOURS, SHERATON
Mr. Eddison referred to the Board's approval of requests for extensic
of hours for the service of liquor at the Sheraton Lexington Inn on Decemb41.
2, and December 8, approved by the Board at its meeting on November 27. At
that time, it was noted that no reasons for the requested extensions had been
offered and the Board had declined to act on two additional requests pending
receipt of that information, which had since been supplied.
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Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the request
of the Sheraton Lexington Inn for extension of hours on December 14, 1989 and
on December 16, 1989, for Christmas Parties of local business firms.
RENEWAL OF LICENSES FOR 1990
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the renewal
of licenses for 1990, as listed below:
Common Victualler
Alexander's Pizza Bel Canto Restaurant
180 Bedford Street 1709 Mass. Avenue
Brigham's Store #86 Cory's of Lexington
38 Bedford Street 20 Waltham Street
Fife & Drum Grill Fife & Drum Restaurant
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748 Marrett Road 748 Marrett Road
Roy Rogers Restaurant Lexington Golf Club, Inc.
Route 128N 55 Hill Street
The Lexington Club One Merian
475 Bedford Street 1 Meriam Street
The Kitchen, Inc.
363 Mass. Avenue
Coin Operated Video Game Machines
Josiah Willard Hayden Recreation Centre, Inc. (4)
24 Linclon Street
Veterans of Foreign Wars #3007 (2)
2 Hayes Lane
Lexington Lodge B.P.O Elks #2204 (3)
959 Waltham Street
Lexington Knights of Columbus Members Association (1)
177 Bedford Street
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Class 111 Class 1
John P. Carroll Lexington Toyota Sales, Inc.
31 Allen Street 409 Mass. Avenue
Auto Engineering Lim. Partnership
436 Marrett Road
Entertainment
Hartwell House, Inc.
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A Yankee Line, Inc. Boston Tours, Inc.
370 West First St. , 89 Arcadia Avenue
South Boston, MA Waltham, MA
James H. McCarty Limousine Service, Inc.
P.O. Box 327
694 Mechanics Street
Leominster, MA
COMMON VICTUALLER LICENSE. NEW ASIA RESTAURANT
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
application of Sally Loh, President, New Asia Restaurant, Inc. , d/b/a New Asia
Restaurant, 211 Mass. Avenue, Lexington, pending final approval of the
premises by the Health Director and issuance of an Occupancy by the Building
Commissioner.
PROJECT D.A.R.E.
Ms. Radway, acting as Town Manager in Mr. White's absence at a ■eetin '.
in Burlington, referred to the combined efforts for the past several years of
the School and Police Departments and the Human services Committee in
combatting substance abuse in the schools.
Sgt. Joseph O'Leary, Chief Furdon of the L.P.D. members of the School
Committee and Human Services Committee were present to request the support of
the Selectmen of participation in Project D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance
Education).
Ms. Radway noted the many hours spent by these groups in studying the
issues, who now felt that D.A.R.E. is the first program worth pursuing.
sgt. O'Leary referred to the Memorandum of Understanding developed by
the Town, the Police and School Administration which clarifies the
responsibilities of those in authority and the procedures to be followed once
a problem is identified. He noted the benefits gained in this way but
stressed that the major thrust should be in preventing substance abuse by
means of education, starting at an early age in the schools.
Sgt. O'Leary proposed the employment of a full-time D.A.R.E. officer,
working with 5th grade students for one hour a week for 17 weeks, to reinforce
each child's ability to develop self-esteem and stand up to negative peer
pressure. This officer would need to attend an 80-hour training, class, which
is given locally.
In an evaluation of the effectiveness of the program nationwide, it h
been shown that the age of the onset of drug abuse had become higher;
substances used were less potent; students were more apt to identify friend
with problems; and that students tend to behave better and perform better
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academically.
Sgt. O'Leary reported that soon, more than 100 Massachusetts communities
will be participating in D.A.R.E. and gave examples of the successes
demonstrated. He said the aim would be to develop a positive relationship
between Police and students and would also involve parent and teacher
participation. He advocated adoption of the program as supported by Police
and teachers in participating communities.
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After completion of the 17-week program, students would be given a
Certificate of Accomplishment or possible a tee-shirt or hat in acknowledgment
of their efforts. He expressed hope that a Lexington officer could be
enrolled in the June training class, to start in the schools in September.
Mr. Eddison thanked Sgt. O'Leary for his excellent presentation.
In response to questions from the Board, Sgt. O'Leary reported that
there appeared to be no difference in effectiveness of the program in blue
collar and higher class towns.
Mr. McSweeney applauded the spirit shown in the working together of the
School Dept. , Police Dept. , the Town Manager and many other groups on the
issue. He agreed that education is the key solution and hoped the program
could be implimented in all grades. He expressed support of the proposal.
Mrs. Woodworth, Chairman of the School Committee stated that her
Committee strongly supports the program and thanked Sgt. O'Leary for his
efforts on behalf of the School Department.
Chief Furdon said he was totally committed to D.A.R.E. and foresaw
substance abuse as the biggest problem to be faced in the '90s. He was
concerned with the matter of funding in view of cut-backs expected but
promised that if he can get near full strength staffwise, he would go ahead
100%. He said he would put education ahead of enforcement as the most
effective tool to combat the problem.
Mr. Marshall noted that thought must be given to funding the program.
He felt that procedures for evaluating the successfulness of the program
should be developed and saw the need to measure its long-term effectiveness.
Sgt. O'Leary outlined procedures used in Los Angeles and said that those
methods would be used here. He referred to overwhelming successes in Towns in
the area and proposed visits from representatives of those communities.
Sgt. O'Leary felt that funding of the program should be the
responsibility of the Police Dept. which would amount to $45,000 for 1 1/2
officers. (The equivalent of one D.A.R.E. position). He pointed out that the
Federal Government had indirectly assisted by providing a training center in
this area, in addition to the California center.
Mr. Dailey viewed acceptance of the program as a major commitment and
saw the need to ascertain its level of effectiveness before making a decision.
Mr. Eddison noted that there was no need for a decision that night. He
thanked Sgt. O'Leary for his thoughtful and informative presentation to the
Board.
Mr. White joined the meeting at this time.
TMMA/SPECIAL TOWN MEETING
Iris Wheaton and Ephraim Weiss, representing the TMMA Executive Board,
met with the Selectmen for a discussion of procedures at the September '89
Special Town Meeting.
As a result of expressions of concerns, Mrs. Wheaton and Mr. Weiss had
been instructed by their Board, to confer with the four major Boards:
Selectmen, School Committee, Appropriation, and Capital Expenditures
Committee, in an effort to ensure smoother proceedings at future town
meetings.
The TMMA Executive Board had felt that confusion among Town Meeting
members had been the result of decisions made before hand by the four major
Boards on the issues to be resolved, and that no explanations had been given
as to how these positions had been determined.
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No options had been presented and Mrs. Wheaton felt that little information
had been made available. She asked for suggestions as to how avenues of
communication can be opened among the four Boards and the Town Meeting
members. Because all decisions seemed to have been made in advance of the
Meeting, Mrs. Wheaton felt that an appearance of collusion among the Boards
had resulted.
Mr. Eddison noted that many had not been happy with the way the Special
Town Meeting had gone. He asked that Mrs. Wheaton clarify her allegation of
apparent collusion. He explained that the Board's usual practice was to
confer with the School Committee and Finance Committees before any Town
Meeting and pointed out that these discussions had taken place in open session
to which Town Meeting members were welcome. He disagreed that these
conferences could be interpreted as colluding.
Mr. Weiss said that Town Meeting members had wanted the opportunity to
base their votes on understanding of the issues, not on the recommendations
presented to them by the four Boards. He asked that effort be made to give
the basis for reaching decisions and that alternatives on courses to foil be
given.
Mr. Cohen pointed out that the Special Town Meeting had been unique,_
that the issues at hand had been previously explored thoroughly in the
presence of all the members at the 1989 Annual Town Meeting and that those
same issues were being reconsidered at the Special Town Meeting.
Mr. Dailey strongly objected to the use of the term "colllusion" as
applied to the Selectmen's actions and felt that information and advice had
been offered freely to Town Meeting members.
Mrs. Wheaton again said that she was present as instructed by the
Executive Board which had perceived the Special Town Meeting procedures to be
of concern, - that there had been insufficient information available and too
little time in which to thoroughly understand the issues.
She offered the assistance of the TMMA to work with the Boards to help
prevent a recurrence of the situation.
COMPOSTING/RECYCLING UPDATE
Richard Spiers, Director, DPW, was present to give an update on the
recycling program. He reported that in the five months since July 1st,
tonnage of trash to be disposed of had been reduced by 26%. Including leaf
collection, the reduction had been 29%.
Last year, 2,200 cubic yards of leaves had been collected and in 1989,
the amount had increased to 5,000+ cubic yards. He noted the cooperation of
merchants in the distribution/sales of biodegradable leaf bags and of
residents in complying and participating in the collection program, which )
made it so successful.
Mr. Spiers proposed next to implement mandatory recycling of Christml
trees which would be collected and chipped on the spot, for use in public •m'
planting areas, and plans to begin this collection in January.
Mr. Spiers reported that on November 1, Waste Management had provided
him with a list of residents who regularly include recyclables in their trash.
The Waste Management Task Force would like to begin to enforce the recycling
regulations on January 2nd. The collector would not pick up trash of
residents who blatantly violate the regulations. He asked the Selectmen's
endorsement of this procedure.
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING " r
December 18, 1989
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Monday, December
18, 1989, in Estabrook Hall, Cary Memorial Building, at 7:30 p.m. Acting
Chairman Eddison, Mr. Marshall, Mr. Dailey, Mr. McSweeney; Mr. White, Town
Manager; Mr. Cohen, Town Counsel; Ms. Radway, Asst. to the Town Manager; Mrs.
Snow, Executive Clerk, were present.
PUBLIC HEARING, EDISON, MARRETT ROAD
Mr. Eddison opened the Public Hearing on the petition of Boston Edison
Company for permission to install conduit in Marrett Road.
Edward Chisholm, representing Boston Edison Company, explained that the
purpose of the work would be to provide underground service, as requested by
the customer, to #482 Marrett Road.
There being no questions or any comments in favor or in opposition, Mr.
Eddison declared the hearing closed.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
mom petition, plans and orders of Boston Edison Company for a grant of location
for five feet of conduit in the following area:
Marrett Road, southwesterly approximately 77 feet southeast of Tufts
Road, a distance of about 5 feet.
PUBLIC HEARING, BOSTON EDISON, MILITIA DRIVE
Mr. Eddison opened the Public Hearing on the petition of the Edison
Company for permission to install pipes in Militia Drive.
Mr. Chisholm explained that the purpose of the work is to allow for
modernization and reconstruction of existing underground electric facilities
and to improve reliability.
There being no question or comments on the petition, Mr. Eddison
declared the hearing closed.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
petition, plans and orders of Boston Edison Company for a grant of location to
install pipes in Militia Drive in the following areas:
Militia Drive - approximately 226 feet northwest of Worthen Road, a
distance of about 205 feet - pipes and build one manhole #26018.
Militia Drive - install about 29 feet of pipes from proposed manhole
#26018 in a southeasterly direction.
Militia Drive - install about 25 feet of pipes from proposed manhole
#26028 in a northwesterly direction.
Militia Drive - install about 35 feet of pipes from proposed manhole
#26018 in a northwesterly direction.
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
Mr. White spoke of the need in current times to identify and address
problems of Town employees and to prevent them from becoming major obstacles
in their work and personal lives.
The Manager noted the efforts of the past two years relative to
substance abuse and the need to address its negative impact on the workplace.
In the fall of this year work was begun with the heads of the three unions,
management, clerical, the Human Services Committee and Library staff to
articulate and identify a model employee assistance program.
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Such a program had been developed and Robert Ebersole, Revenue Officer, was
present to outline its procedures which would offer employees and their
families professional, confidential referral help with personal problems that
would include marital or family discord, financial or emotional stress, legal
difficulties, alcohol or drug problems, or other job-related or personal
difficulties.
Ed Kendall, DPW Union Leader, stressed the need for confidentiality and
described the three suggested pathways for using the program: self-referral,
union referral and supervisor referral. He noted that breach of
confidentiality by the EAP provider would be cause for termination of the
Town's contract and that any employee or supervisor who violates the
provisions of confidentiality would be subject to server disciplinary action.
In response to an RFP, 10 proposals had been received from providers and
it had been decided to award the contract to Common Health, and Arlington firm
who appears to be the best qualified. An EAP Committee consisting of 7
members is to be charged with overseeing the program and to meet with the
provider to discuss issues related to the ongoing maintenance of the EAP.
In response to questions regarding Common Health's qualifications, Mr.
Ebersole provided information on the firm's background and performance record.
He explained that trained social workers would act as a clearing house for
employees, with no cost for visits, and would refer them to appropriate mew
sources of help, if necessary.
Mr. Kendall noted that although employees had not been given information
on the program, Union Leaders are receptive of it, as he felt all employees
would be.
Mr. Dailey questioned the basis of the decision to go forward with such
a program and asked if there had been evidence of a need for it to date.
Mr. White said that although there were no statistics to indicate a
need, Lexington as a typical community, would probably have the same ratio of
those with problems affecting productivity as has been shown in studies done
nationwide. He explained the cost benefits to be realized for an expenditure
of about $10,000.
Mr. Marshall expressed his support of the program as a way to funnel
people into getting help. He requested a quarterly report on how the program
is being received and how widely it is being used in the various Town
departments.
Mr. White will provide such reports to include an evaluation of the
firm's compliance with the contract.
NORTHGATE COMPREHENSIVE PERMIT
Members of the Planning Board and the Conservation Commission, and many
interested citizens of both Lexington and Waltham, were in attendance for the
presentation by representatives of Northgate and Stockard & Engler of
preliminary concepts of a proposal for a mixed income housing development,
under Comprehensive Permit, on Waltham Street at the Waltham line.
Robert Engler explained that the point of the presentation was to ter
indicate where Northgate is in the planning process and to focus on site
planning issues. Density high enough to make rental housing work for the
developer will be necessary. Mr. Engler projected that the Northgate density
would be similar to that at Katandin Woods on Wood Street, or about 220 units
on the 18 acre site.
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John Winslow, architect, reviewed site issues to be addressed with the
Board, such as topography, visibility of the site, access and wetland areas.
He displayed four plans showing layouts of units of varying heights which took
issues into consideration: a development with low building but covering more
ground, which would be a less severe visual impact on surrounding areas; a
layout of buildings of 5 or 6 story height; a plan showing concentrated
development in the center of the site (4 or 5 stories); and a plan focussing
on townhouses in the development to accommodate more family living.
Mr. Engler noted that his firm is in the midst of procedures that will
be very lengthy and requested input from those with experience in land use
planning to aid in the process of formulating plans for the development.
He further explained that at this point, the amount of space to be left
open is unknown.
Regarding the rental fee structure, some rents will be dictated under
the law. The market rate rents have not as yet been determined.
In answer to questions about density, Mr. Engler felt that it would be
comparable to Emerson Gardens and Katandin Woods or about 12 units per acre.
alm,. Northgate would be willing to enter into an agreement regarding permanent
affordability of units.
Discussion continued on questions about the height of buildings, the
ratio of 1, 2 and 3-bedroom units and the need for provision of adequate
storage space. Mr. Engler pointed out that at this stage it was not possible
to give definitive answers on those details.
In answer to a Waltham resident's question about the involvement of
affordable housing in the development, Mr. Engler noted it is needed and that
its inclusion would allow a higher density. The developer had preferred to
construct mixed income housing on the site, which he felt would work well.
An area resident referred to the number of cars now accessing onto
Waltham Street and expressed concern about the additional impact of cars from
the proposed development. Mr. Engler stated that traffic studies will be
performed and that the information will be made available.
Mention was made about existing water problems to the west of the site.
Deborah Kassman asked if consideration could be given to keeping buildings off
the west part of the parcel so as not to exacerbate the condition.
Reference was made to the plans of the City of Waltham to raise the
level of Hardy's Pond and the additional impact of runoff from the
development. Mr. Engler noted that permission can be denied to the developer
if the proposed project would adversely affect the health and safety of
residents. The developer will have the responsibility of notifying Waltham
residents and officials of information meetings and hearings scheduled.
Jacqueline Davison suggested that the tall buildings be located on the
dam Waltham side of the site to lessen the visual impact on residents in
Lexington.
Questions were asked of Mr. Engler regarding paved parking areas in
addition to under-building garages; possible devaluation of surrounding
properties; the option of petitioning the Town Meeting for a rezoning; the
diverting of drainage away from the wetland. With regard to threat of runoff
onto surrounding properties, Mr. Engler referred to the powers of the
Conservation Commission to protect property owners.
Mr. Engler spoke of the many meetings to come as plans are firmed up and
offered to meet with both Lexington and Waltham residents during the planning
process.
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Mr. Eddison thanked the developers for the information provided at this
early stage in the procedures.
RENEWAL OF LICENSES
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve applications
for renewal of various licenses, to expire on December 31, 1990:
Common Victualler
Bellino's Bakery, Inc.
141 Mass. Avenue
Harold Butler Enterprises d/b/a Denny's Restaurant
438 Bedford Street
Friendly Ice Cream Corp.
60 Bedford Street
Friendly Ice Cream Corp.
1060 Waltham Street
The Hartwell House, Inc.
94 Hartwell Avenue
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Pine Meadows Country Club, Inc.
255 Cedar Street
Lodging House
Wild Acre Inn
50 Percy Road
Bentley College, Wellington House
Middlesex County Hosp. , Walnut Street
Bentley College, Wellington Lodge
Middlesex County Hosp. , Walnut Street
Bentley College, Wellington Cottage
Middlesex County Hosp. , Walnut Street
Innkeeper
Catch Penny Limited S/P Acton Partnership d/b/a
Days Inn Lexington
440 Bedford Street
BATTLE GREEN INN
Mr. Eddison referred to the recommendation of George Smith, Director of
Public Health, that the application of the Battle Green Inn be approved ..r
subject to correction of an asbestos problem in the underground parking garage
on the premises and that the Innkeeper's License be held in the Selectmen's
Office pending Mr. Smith's approval.
Because of the seriousness of the situation, Mr. Marshall suggested that
the application be disapproved pending removal of the asbestos.
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Mr. Dailey proposed that the license be approved for two months conditional
upon provision of evidence that work on the asbestos removal is proceeding as
quickly as possible.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
application for renewal of Innkeeper's License for WHH Company d/b/a Battle
Green Inn, 1720 Mass. Avenue, to expire on March 1, 1990. Renewal for the
remainder of 1990 will depend on a favorable report from the Health Director
on the removal of asbestos.
MINUTES
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve, as
presented, the minutes of the Selectmen's Meeting on November 27, 1989.
LIGHTING OPTIONS COMMITTEE
Mr. Eddison referred to a Charge to the Lexington Lighting Options
Committee which had been prepared by Mrs. Smith and listed possible candidates
for appointment, to that committee.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adopt the Charge to
the Lexington Lighting Options Committee, as presented, and to appoint the
following as members:
Myla Kabat Zinn, 58 Oak Street
Peter Kovner, 12 Independence Avenue
John Davies, 18 Prospect Hill Road
Don Olson, 30 Forest Street
Since the Charge had specified that there be 5 to 7 members on the
Committee, other applicants will be sought for future appointment.
Members of the Lexington Lighting Options Committee were also designated
as Special Municipal Employees.
ASSOCIATE MEMBERS, D.A.C.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to appoint the
following as Associate Members of the Design Advisory Committee, with terms of
office to expire on September 30, 1990:
Elaine Adler 3 Sunny Knoll Terrace
Robert Ossman 35A Wachusett Drive
JANUARY MEETING SCHEDULE
It was agreed that the Board will plan on meeting on January 8,' January
10, January 22, January 25, J anuary 29, and January 31, 1990, to accommodate
the budget review process.
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EXTENSION OF HOURS, VERSAILLES
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the request
of Isaac Dray for extension of hours on December 31, 1989, to 1:00 a.m. at the
Versailles Restaurant, 1777 Mass. Avenue.
COMMITMENT OF CHARGES
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
Commitment of the following Charges:
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November Cycle 9 Water Charges -- $1831.57
November Cycle 9 Sewer Charges •- $1996.59
December Cycle 9 Water Charges - $81,758.38
COUNCIL ON AGING APPOINTMENT
Mr. White requested the approval of the Selectmen of his appointment of
Sumner Harris to fill the unexpired term of Terrence Gent on the Council on
Aging, and outlined Mr. Harris' qualifications for the position.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to appoint Sumner
Harris, 91 Burlington Street, to the Council on Aging for a term of office to
expire on June 1, 1991.
Mr. Eddison asked that thought be given to representation on the Council
of persons of minority races.
SKYVIEW ROAD AFFORDABLE HOUSING
Peter Kelley, donor of a ranch style house that is to be moved to Town
owned land on Skyview Road requested that the Selectmen publicly acknowledge
transfer of the house to the Town.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to do so.
SUNDAY SHOPPING HOURS
John Theriault, Director of the Chamber of Commerce, was present moo
regarding the Chamber's request to the Chief of Police to be allowed to open
on Sunday, December 24th, at 10 a.m. , rather than at Noontime, to allow
shopkeepers more opportunity for business on the last shopping day before
Christmas.
Mr. White gave the position of the Chief who had denied the request
based on past policy. Chief Furdon had felt that a precedent would be set if,
after many past denials of similar requests, the merchants were allowed to
ripen early. He supported the Chief's view but asked the Board for direction
on the matter.
Mr. Marshall said that he would no overule the Chief's decision but felt
that in this one instance, support should be given to the merchants by
allowing the early opening. He did not see it as precedent setting.
Mr. Dailey said that he was pleased that Chief Furdon had taken that
stand on the matter, but that if permission were to be granted, he would want
the minutes to state that no precedent was being created by the action.
Mr. Theriault said that the granting of permission would not be the
basis of a precedent in his written request to the Board.
It was agreed to request that the Town Manager ask Chief Furdon if he
would reconsider his decision to deny the Chamber's request.
Upon motion duly made and seconded it was voted to adjourn at 9:42
p.m.
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Motion was made and seconded to support the enforcement program and to
encourage the newspaper to publicize the procedures planned.
Mr. Marshall proposed high visibility in the enforcement process and to
go to the imposition of fines, if it seems necessary. He suggested that
merchants be publicly thanked for their cooperation in the leaf bag
distribution.
Mr. McSweeney suggested that there also be publicity on the amount of
money saved as a result of the recycling program which might serve to increase
public participation. Mr. Spiers agreed to prepare an information flyer for
mailing to residents.
Motion having been made and seconded, it was voted to authorize
proceeding with the enforcement phase of the recycling program, beginning on
January 2, 1990.
ARTICLE 5 TRANSFERS
+1.* Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve transfer of
funds from Article 5, FY90, to meet personnel requirements in the following
Departments:
Selectmen (2) Town Manager (5 f.t. , 1 p.t. )
Temp. Help & Overtime (2 p.t. ) Clerical Pool (1 p.t. )
LEXPRESS (2 p.t. ) Town Clerk (4)
Board of Appeals (1) Planning (3 f.t. )
Conservation (1 f.t. , 1 p.t. ) Recreation (1 f.t. , 1 p.t. )
Comptroller (4) Assessors (4)
Treasurer/Collector (6) Health (3)
Dog Officer (1) Police C.B. (48, Admin. (15)
Fire C.B. (53) , Admin. (7) Bldg./Insp. (4 f.t. , 2 p.t. )
DPW Veterans (1)
CoA (4) Library
Board of Registrars Elections
APPOINTMENT, BOARD OF HEALTH
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
appointment by the Town Manager of Barbara Marshall, 8 Bertwell Road, to the
Board of Health to fill the unexpired term of Linda Roemer.
SEWER CHARGE. LIEU OF BETTERMENT. 171 GRANT STREET
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
assessment of a sewer charge in lieu of betterment in the amount of $4,007.29,
,m` against property owened by Karl Kasabian at 171 Grant Street.
MBTA ASSESSMENT
Mr. Dailey reported on communication from Anne Larner, MBTA Executive
Director, regarding legislation which would allow significant increases in
MBTA assessments for each town.
Mr. Dailey had spoken with Senator Kraus to inform him of the Board's
concern about the possibility and to request him to oppose passage of the
bill.
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HEAVY TRUCKING BAN. ADAMS STREET
Mr. White reported to the Board on the meeting of the Burlington
Selectmen that evening, regarding the proposed Adams Street ban on heavy
trucking, which had been initiated by Adams Street residents in 1983. Since
that time, Lexington Selectmen have tried to work jointly with Burlington
Selectmen to implement the ban.
The State requires that in order to ban trucks from a street, an
alternate route must be provided. Maple Street had been suggested but it was
found that the bridge on Maple Street was inadequate to withstand the weight
of trucks. Woburn Street had also been considered in 1983.
Mr. White felt that, if banned from Adams Street, most trucks would use
Route 128, but that Woburn Street residents would experience some increase.
The Board agreed that the Manager should refer the matter back to the
Traffic Safety Advisory Committee for an analysis of the destinations of the
trucks which would be diverted from Adams Street.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 4 to 0 by roll call
vote, Mr. Eddison, Mr. Marshall, Mr. Dailey, Mr. McSweeney, to go into mow
Executive Session for discussion of matters concerning litigation, land
acquisition and collective bargaining the disclosure of which could adversely
impact the interests of the Town, and with no intent to resume open session.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 10:25
p.m.
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