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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2005-05-BOS- minSelectmen's Meeting May 2, 2005 A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held Monday, May 2, 2005, at 6:00 p.m. in the Selectmen's Meeting Room. Chairman Krieger, Mr. Kelley, Mr. Pagett, Mr. Cohen and Mr. Manz; Ms. Vine, Acting Town Manager and Ms. Manning, Clerk were present. Selectmen Concerns and Liaisons Mrs. Krieger said the Selectmen of the four towns surrounding Hanscom Air Force Base (HAFB) have been meeting regarding the future of the base. Several items discussed at these meetings pertain to planning opportunities and were presented at recess during Town Meeting last night. There will be forums held to keep communities informed about activities associated with the closing of the Base. Town Manager Ms. Vine provided each Board member with a copy of the Recreation Department Volunteer and Community Service Manual. Ms. Vine would like to see the town develop a larger process for recruiting volunteers. Ms. Vine also complimented Karen Simmons for the work she did putting this guide together. Consent Agenda Mr. Hadley, Public Works Director, said he hopes the Selectmen will sign the Proclamation for the annual Department of Public Works (DPW) Week May I5th — May 23 rd , in tonight's Consent Agenda. The DPW will hold its third annual open house on Thursday, May 19 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the DPW Facility. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to accept the resignation of Dawn McKenna from the Policy Manual Committee, effective immediately. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to appoint Jacquelyn Hawkinson to the Condo Conversion Board. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the Lexington Memorial Tree Program's Memorial Fund. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to sign the proclamation proclaiming May 15 to 23, 2005 as DPW Week. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the request of the History Channel to film on the Battle Green as they discuss the American Revolution for a show called HistoryCENTER on Friday, May 6, 2005 for two hours between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Selectmen's Meeting — May 2, 2005 Town Manager Search Mrs. Krieger reminded everyone where the Board was in this process. Each Selectmen is working on checking a list of references for the two finalists. There was a site visit to Provincetown on Friday, April 29 . There is a site visit scheduled for Weston on Wednesday, May 4, 2005. There are also two public meeting scheduled, one on Tuesday, May 3, from 5:00 p.m. — 7:00 p.m. with Carl Valente and one Thursday, May 5, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with Keith Bergman. These meetings will give the community an opportunity to meet each of the candidates. The Board has a meeting posted for Friday morning May 5, 2005 to make a decision between the two finalists for Town Manager. Liquor License Transfer Hearing — Ixtapa Cantina Nicolas Felici, representing Ixtapa Cantina, requests that the liquor license currently held by the Athenian Restaurant be transferred to his client. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the application and issue a license for the transfer of an all- alcoholic license from Athenian Restaurant to Green Pepper, Inc. d /b /a Ixapta Cantina, 177 Massachusetts Avenue. Article Positions Article 29 — Supplementary Appropriations for Authorized Capital Improvement Projects The Board unanimously supports this article. Mr. Kelley will be offering an amendment to Article 29(d), which would require that any debt issued under this vote shall not be issued as exempt debt. The Board voted 4- 1(Kelley) not to support Mr. Kelley's amendment. Article 30 — School Capital Projects and Equipment & Article 31 Maintain and Upgrade School technolM The Board agreed not to take a position on either article until after the School Committee's presentation of these article. Article 35 — Supplementary Appropriations for Current Fiscal Year (FY 2005) The Board unanimously supports this article. The Board decided to cancel the meeting scheduled for Wednesday, May 4, 2004. Selectmen's Meeting — May 2, 2005 Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted by roll call Mr. Cohen, Mr. Kelley, Mr. Pagett, Mr. Manz and Mrs. Krieger to go into executive session for the purpose of potential litigation and contract negotiations with no intent to return to open session. A true record, Attest; Lori Manning Clerk Selectmen's Meeting May 6, 2005 A special meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Friday, May 6, 2005, at 8:30 a.m. in the Selectmen's Meeting Room. Chairman Krieger, Mr. Kelley, Mr. Pagett, Mr. Cohen, Mr. Manz; Ms. Vine, Acting Town Manager; and Lynne Pease, Executive Clerk were present. Town Manager Finalist The purpose of the meeting was to advance a single candidate for Town Manager. Over the past two weeks the Board has gone through an intensive effort to consider the two finalists, which included site visits and public meetings. The Town was fortunate to have two strong candidates who both would serve the Town very well. In selecting a candidate that would best fit Lexington Mrs. Krieger looked for a candidate who has a strong financial background, who values competency and who is willing to push staff to excellence, one who is regarded highly for his ability to gather trust and cooperation and to be an advocate for the staff, one who comes from a background where there is collaboration with the school and cooperation with the school administration, one who is committed to a collaborative process, and who shows enthusiasm for local government. Mrs. Krieger's feels Carl Valente is the best fit for Lexington. Mr. Kelley concurs that Carl Valente is the best candidate. He had an opportunity to speak to each of the four candidates individually and also was part of the two site visits. He thanked the Committee for its hard work prior to bringing the four great candidates forward to the Selectmen. He feels the Town Manager candidate needs to have a great fiscal background and a commitment to open collaboration with staff and committees. Mr. Pagett stated he was Chair of the Interim Search Committee and a member of the Regular Search Committee. The Selectmen took care to formulate a search committee that represented virtually every group and every philosophical position in Town and one of the real pleasures of working with the committee was the level of cooperation, camaraderie and good humor which permeated the search. For all the reasons Mrs. Krieger and Mr. Kelley have articulated, Mr. Pagett concurs with their conclusion that Mr. Valente is the candidate to move forward and negotiation with for the position of Town Manager. Mr. Cohen concurs with everything said. It was a difficult decision. The site visits were very revealing and there were wonderful things said about each candidate. Mr. Valente will serve the Town well. Selectmen's Meeting — May 6, 2005 Mr. Manz believes a Town Manager needs the following attributes: ability to not just manage but lead a large staff that can achieve the productivity level we need, ability to work with Selectmen and other Boards and Committees as required, and the ability to hire and appoint good people for staff and boards /committees. Mr. Manz concurs that Mr. Valente is the right choice. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to enter into negotiations with Carl Valente for the position of Town Manager in Lexington. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to have Mr. Kelley and Mr. Cohen negotiate contract with Mr. Valente. A true record, Attest: Lynne A. Pease Executive Clerk Selectmen's Meeting May 16, 2005 A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held Monday, May 16, 2005 at 7:30 p.m. in the Selectmen's Meeting Room. Chairman Krieger, Mr. Kelley, Mr. Pagett, Mr. Cohen, Mr. Manz; Ms. Vine, Acting Town Manager; Mr. Lahey, Town Counsel and Ms. Manning, Clerk were present. Reorganization of the Board Ms. Manning opened the meeting. The first order of business was the reorganization of the Board. Ms. Manning asked if there was a nomination for Chairman. Mr. Manz nominated Mrs. Krieger. Mr. Pagett stated that he was surprised this reorganization was being done. He said that the day following the election he had received a telephone call that indicated a majority of the Board had decided on the Chair and that Mrs. Krieger would assume that role. He was also informed that at the end of Town Meeting the Board would be reorganized and another member of the Board would become Chair at that time. Mr. Pagett suggested it would be useful if members of the Board stated why this change was being made. Mr. Pagett also questioned why the Board was being reorganized if Mrs. Krieger was going to remain the Chairman. Mrs. Krieger responded that the Board was reorganizing because it said it would reorganize after Town Meeting, and it was her understanding that another member of the Board would become Chairman. During the intervening time there has been no indication that another Board member wanted to become Chairman so she has agreed to continue as Chair for the balance of the year. Mr. Pagett asked if members of the Board were solicited to see if they were interested. Mr. Cohen said that prior to the announcement made Friday, May 13, 2005 regarding Base closings he had assumed that the Hanscom issue would be paramount within the Town. Because Mrs. Krieger had the most experience with this issue she should remain the Chairman. Although it appears that Hanscom will not be closed he continues to support Mrs. Krieger as Chairman. Mr. Cohen also pointed out that a reorganization of the Board is supposed to take place after Town Meeting. Mr. Pagett said he is not opposed to Mrs. Krieger remaining as Chairman; however he feels this situation is indicative of inadequate communication amongst Board members. Mr. Pagett hopes that during her time as Chairman, Mrs. Krieger will make a special effort to keep all members of the Board informed as to what is happening. There were no further nominations. Upon motion duly made, it was voted that Mrs. Krieger will remain Chairman. Selectmen's Meeting — May 16, 2005 Mrs. Krieger stated that she feels the Board has accomplished a fair amount over the past few months. The Town has embarked on two capital projects: the renovation of the School Administration Building and the DPW facility. Most importantly the Town is presently in negotiations with a new Town Manager. The Board is ready to take steps in working with the Town Manager to fill staffing gaps such as the Comptroller /Finance Director position. The Board will need to continue to monitor activities at Hanscom and begin work on the FY07 budget and establish goals for the next year. Mrs. Krieger stated that she accepts Mr. Pagett's challenge to improve communications among the Board. However, she reminded the Board that if the Board is going to be successful in working together, members must continue to recognize the strengths that each of them bring to the Board. Public Comment Mr. Boulet, representing the Committee for Sustainable Lexington, was at the meeting to tell the Board about a local campaign the group is initiating on Discovery Day. The program is called Change a Light in Lexington. The goal of the program is to get every resident to swap out at least one regular incandescent light bulb for a long lasting energy efficient compact fluorescent light bulb. Mr. Boulet went on to say that the compact Fluorescent bulbs use 1/3 of the electricity to produce the same amount of good quality light. Mr. Boulet explained that the New England Grass Roots Environmental Fund is funding the campaign, in cooperation with NStar. Compact florescent light bulbs are available at Lexington Ace Hardware, Walgreens and Stop & Shop. Mr. Boulet said his group would like the Board's endorsement for its program. Mrs. Krieger said the Board supports energy conservation and is prepared to wish the group well in convincing Lexington residents to change a light bulb. Mrs. Krieger reminded the audience that Discovery Day is Saturday, May 28, 2005. Selectmen Concerns and Liaisons Reports Mrs. Krieger had three topics to cover. First Mrs. Krieger gave a brief announcement regarding the BRAC Process. On Friday, May 13, it was announced that Hanscom Air Force Base (HAFB) was registered as a gain. There will be a realignment of approximately 1100 jobs to be created at Hanscom, divided between civilian and military positions. Details of the changes will be posted on the Town's web site. Mrs. Krieger told the audience this is incredibly good news, but not definite news. The Board of Selectmen, as well as the Boards for the other HATS communities, will continue to work toward keeping HAFB as a gain on the list. Selectmen's Meeting — May 16, 2005 Next Mrs. Krieger said two events related to the Middlesex Hospital land had taken place the previous week. On Wednesday, May 11, there was a hearing with the Bonding Capital Expenditures State Assets Legislative Committee, looking into legislation with regard to the disposition of state property. There are currently three Bills that are germane to Lot 1. The first is a Bill that is being proposed by Representatives Kaufman and Stanley as well as Anne Paulson of Belmont, which calls for the transfer of Parcel 1 to the Division of Conservation and Recreation. The other two Bills call for a high degree of local control in the disposition of state property, particularly for large parcels. There was also a briefing by Sasaki Associates. Sasaki Associates is doing the planning work for Parcel 1, for the Department of Capital Asset Management. They presented the initial findings in regard to the potential for development of Parcel 1. The proposal is for a fairly dense development proposal. Sasaki Associates will present the proposal to the public on June 13, 2005. Lastly, Mrs. Krieger reminded the Board that back in December it had voted to recommend that the Planning Board begin Phase One of the Marrett Road /Spring Street intersection. The Planning Board has just awarded the contract for Phase One. This part of the project should be completed by the end of June. Town Mangers Report Ms. Vine informed the Board that the Town received word from FEMA that it will be receiving the full seventy five percent reimbursement for the severe snowstorm that occurred in January. The Town will be receiving approximately $148,000. Consent Agenda Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to ratify the poll vote taken on May 3, 2005 to allow the History Channel to film on the Battle Green on Thursday, May 5, 2005 between the hours of 1 and 4 p.m., instead of Friday, May 6. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the request from the Lexington Historical Society for a one -day liquor license to have a fundraising event on Friday, May 20, 2005 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Depot Building. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the request from the Lexington Players for a one -day liquor license for a 10 anniversary gala and fundraising event on Saturday, June 18 from 8:00 p.m. tol2:00 midnight at the Depot Building. Upon motion duly made and seconded it was voted to approve the request from BOLD for a one - day liquor license for a silent auction on Thursday, June 9, from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Depot Building. Selectmen's Meeting — May 16, 2005 Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve and sign the Request for Public Entertainment on Sunday for the July 4 th Carnival (being held Sunday, July 3rd) Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to appoint Ella Bayliss to the Lexington Council for the Arts for a three -year term to expire September 30, 2008. One -Day Liquor License — Shake it for Shelter Jodi Hill, Executive Director, Parenting Resource Associates was at the meeting to request approval of a one -day liquor license for the fourth annual Shake it for Shelter to be held Saturday, June 11 from, 7:30 to 12:00 midnight. Mrs. Krieger told Ms. Hill there had been some concerns regarding noise and the late hour from some nearby residents during last year's event. Mrs. Krieger also said the Police Department had indicated that they had not been notified about the event last year. Ms. Hill addressed those concerns and assured the Board that they had arranged for police coverage for last years event and the police department decided not to cover the event. This year they have worked to ensure there will be two police officers at the event. Representatives from Parenting Resources are going to meet with the two officers prior to the event. Ms. Hill also assured the Board that the volume of the music would be lower this year. Mr. Pagett suggested that the event end earlier thanl2:00 midnight. Mr. Kelley agreed and suggested the event end at 11:00 p.m. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the request from Shake it for Shelter for a one -day liquor license for a fundraiser to be held Saturday, June 11 from 7:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. at the Hayden Lower Field. Health Benefits Review Committee Deborah Strod and Richard Dougherty, Co- Chairs of the Health Benefits Review Committee gave the presentation of the draft Report of the Health Benefits Review Committee. Ms. Strod began the presentation with an introduction to the report. She reviewed the current status, history and trends of health benefits in Lexington, the components of the health benefits, the participant population and a history of changes to health benefits. Mrs. Krieger told the audience that the members of the School Committee and Appropriation Committees were in the audience. Mr. Diaz called the meeting of the School Committee to order. Selectmen's Meeting — May 16, 2005 Mr. Dougherty said the committee is offering the following recommendations: • Implement a Carve Out Pharmacy Benefit Program • Institute claims and enrollment audits • Review premium structure and plan design changes • Consider separate plan for out -of -state enrollees • Expand health promotion locally • Develop a clear strategy to expand case management • Continue to consider alternative providers, stop -loss levels and insurance vs. self - insurance as part of the rebidding process • Review implementation of the Health Benefits Review Committee draft report dated March 23, 2005 on an ongoing, perhaps quarterly basis • Explore implementation of consumer driven health plans • Implement strategy for expanded case management and health promotion • Exclude group purchasing in tandem with review of premium structure and plan design Mr. Dougherty reviewed the advantages and disadvantages of each of the committee's recommendations. Mrs. Krieger said the Board appreciates the complexities of this topic. She believes the Board of Selectmen should work together with the School Committee to determine which options should be pursued. Mrs. Krieger also pointed out both Boards are in transition; a new superintendent, town manager and comptroller will be starting within the next few weeks and out of courtesy for these employees the Boards need to involve them in these discussions as well. She thanked the Health Benefit Review Committee for its recommendations. In closing Mr. Dougherty said the committee will follow up on the legal requirements of a few of its recommendations as well as make a few additions in the Tables contained in the report. 2020 Vision Committee Update Mrs. Krieger suggested that members of the Appropriation and School Committees stay for this presentation. Mr. Enrich, representing the 2020 Vision Budget Committee, was before the Board to present what the committee feels are four very important recommendations on improving the budget process and communications and to communicate the importance of the Board of Selectmen, Finance Committees and the Task Force joining together to address these recommendations and discuss ways to move forward. Selectmen's Meeting — May 16, 2005 The committee's recommendations on improving the budget process and communications are: 1. Create a Financial Policy Review Committee 2. Expedite the Collaborative Budget Development Process 3. Implement a comprehensive annual communications plan 4. Create a metrics Review Committee Mrs. Krieger stated that the four areas of recommendations are areas that the Board takes seriously and she is confident the School Committee and Finance Committees do also. In response to the suggestion the Board of Selectmen put together a finance committee to review policies, Mrs. Krieger stated this is something the board intends to do once it gets through this transition period. Mrs. Krieger thanked the committee for its efforts. Home Rule Petition — Property Tax Exemption Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to send the Home Rule Petition — An Act Relative to Certain Real Property Tax Exemption in the Town of Lexington — to all of Lexington's legislators. Side Walk Permits Ms. Vine informed the Board that Candy Castle has requested to put out seven tables with two chairs each. Ms Vine said this is a courtesy request because the tables are placed on Candy Castle's own property. Ms. Vine is also asking the Board to approve the issuance of a permit to Pete's Coffee & Tea for two outside tables with two chairs at each table. Mr. Manz commented the Commission on Disability remains concerned about, and hopes there is some control over, the spread of tables. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to provide a permit for two outside tables with two chairs at each to Pete's Coffee & Tea. Limousine License Renewals Mr. Pagett asked if the police had commented on these applications. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the application and issue, subject to police approval, a Limousine License to Sebouth Boyadjian d /b /a Boyadjian, 447 Lowell Street. Selectmen's Meeting — May 16, 2005 Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the application and issue, subject to police approval, a Limousine License to Kip P. Farris, 158 Maple Street. Minutes Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 3 -0 -2 (Cohen, Manz) to approve, as amended by submitted corrections, the minutes of December 15, 2004. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve, as amended by submitted corrections, the minutes of April 6, 2005, April 8, 2005, April 11, 2005 and April 13, 2005 and May 6, 2005. Executive Session Minutes Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 3 -0 -2 (Cohen, Manz) to approve the executive session minutes of December 15, 2004 and January 10, 2005. A true record, Attest: Lori Manning Clerk Selectmen's Meeting May 23, 2005 A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Monday, May 23, 2005, at 7:30 p.m. in the Selectmen's Meeting Room. Chairman Krieger, Mr. Kelley, Mr. Pagett, Mr. Cohen, Mr. Manz; Ms. Vine, Acting Town Manager; Mr. Lahey, Town Counsel and Ms. Manning, Clerk were present. Town Manager Report Ms. Vine informed the Board that she had received notification that the Town has once again received the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award by the Government Finance Officers Association. Ms. Vine thanked the prior Town Manager and Comptroller as well as Mr. Young, Budget Officer for the work they did preparing the FY05 budget. Consent Agenda Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the adjustment of water /sewer charges from 12/1/04 to 12/21/04 of $98, 920.68. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the Acting Town Manager's appointment of Donald A. Chisholm to both the Recreation Committee and the Council on Aging. Bertucci's Restaurant Corporation d /b /a Bertucci's Brick Oven Pizzeria Liquor License — Change of Manager Mr. Mitchelson, Attorney, and Mr. Normandin, proposed manager, were present. They are requesting the Board approve their application for a Change of Manager. Mr. Normandin is TIPS certified. The Board discussed where liquor is served, indoors as well as on the patio. Whether or not seating inside needs to be reduced to allow the outside seating; it does not. They also discussed the need for Bertucci's to submit requests for assistant managers for the Board's approval. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the application and issue a license for a change of manager for an all alcoholic liquor license for Bertucci's Restaurant d /b /a Bertucci's Brick Oven Pizzeria, 1777 Massachusetts Avenue. Buca Restaurans 3, Inc. d /b /a Vinny T's of Boston Liquor License — Change of Manager Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the application and issue a license for a change of manager for Buca Restaurants 3, Inc. d /b /a Vinny T's of Boston, 20 Waltham Street. Selectmen's Meeting — May 23, 2005 Home Rule Petition Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to send the Home Rule Petition — An Act To Simplify and Facilitate the Establishment of a Municipal Lighting Plant by the Town Lexington — to all of Lexington's legislators and authorize the Chair to send a letter of support of the General Law HR3294. Public Hearing for Grant of Location, Boston Edison Company d /b /a NSTAR Electric Mr. Hadley, Director of Public Works, said there was no representative from NSTAR at the meeting. He asked the Board to table the discussion for a future meeting. Mrs. Krieger suggested putting it on the meeting agenda for June 27, 2005. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to continue the hearing to June 27, 2005. Public Hearing for Grant of Location, Verizon The Department of Public Works/Engineering has reviewed the petition, plan and orders for a Grant of Location for conduit to be owned and used by Verizon New England, Inc. The work has been requested to relocate existing overhead service connection to 1361 Massachusetts Avenue to underground at the customers request. Abutters have been notified. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the petition of Verizon New England Inc. to lay and maintain underground conduits and manholes, with the wires and cables to be placed therein, under the surface of Massachusetts Avenue form existing Verizon pole #57- 95, on the northerly side of Massachusetts Avenue, place conduit in an east - northeasterly direction, a distance of 20 feet ( ±) into private property at 1361 Massachusetts Avenue. Facilities Maintenance Committee Draft Charge Mrs. Krieger reviewed the draft and recommended membership for this committee with the Board. Board members agree that the Charge needs to be broadened. Mrs. Krieger said she will ask the School Committee and the Permanent Building Committee for their input and come back to the Board with revised language. Selectmen's Meeting — May 23, 2005 Comptroller Search Committee The Board reviewed a list of members and timetable developed from the last search. Ms. Vine said she would like the Board's permission to begin advertising the position. Mrs. Krieger suggested that Ms. Vine go forward with the advertising. Former members of the committee should be contacted to see if they would be willing to serve on the committee again. Cemetery Policies, Procedures and Fees Mr. Hadley began the discussion by saying Dave Pinsonneault has prepared a memorandum outlining the present and proposed changes in fees that need to be approved by the Board of Selectmen. Cemetery fees, with the exception of the charges for grave boxes and burial vaults have not been increased since 1992. The proposed fee changes include a 20% increase for all services. Policies and procedures governing Lexington cemeteries, which govern the sale of graves and interments at both the Westview and Monroe Cemeteries, have also been updated. Mr. Pinsonneault was present to answer questions. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the proposed fee increases and "Rules and Regulations for Westview Cemetery" effective July 1, 2005. Goals and Objectives Ms. Vine reminded the Board that back in October the Board had decided to work on goal item numbers 1 — 22. Ms. Vine said that she has prepared an update on what has been accomplished so far. She asked if any Board members had questions. Mr. Pagett commented that no real progress has been made on item number 9, Parking Issues and Facility Parking. The Board agreed to keep that item on the top of the list of objectives for next year. Mr. Pagett asked if staff could start pulling together previous parking studies and give a summary of information contained in those reports to the Board. Mrs. Krieger suggested that discussions regarding next years goals be centered around four topics: 1.) advance a budget that ensures a balanced set of services, 2.) continue to implement the recommendations of the Comprehensive Plan 3.) continue to develop a sense of community and 4.) seek opportunities to reduce municipal expenses and enhance revenues. Mrs. Krieger will be meeting with each Selectmen to discuss their priorities for next year. The goal setting session is tentatively scheduled for Tuesday, August 2, 2005. Selectmen's Meeting — May 23, 2005 Minutes Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the minutes of January 10, 2005 and January 12, 2005. Nome Barriers, Mrs. Krieger began the discussion by stating that discussion would take place in two parts. The first part would take place during the open session and will give abutters and neighbors the opportunity to express their concerns regarding this issue. The second part of the discussion will be held during executive session. At that time the Board will discuss in detail with resident expert, Anthony Galaitsis, what the next step should be for the Town. Mrs. Krieger said it is her understanding that the state did an analysis involving noise measurement. As a result of that analysis they decided it was not cost effective to install noise barriers at that intersection. Several abutters expressed their disappointment with the result of the most recent analysis and their dissatisfaction with they way the state reacted to their concerns. Mrs. Krieger said it is clear that the neighbors have a very strong case. She said many of Lexington's citizens live near highways, as they surround the Town. However, to have the highway encroach even more as a result of expansion causes what she believes to be an intolerable situation. The data presented tonight regarding the highway study shows a number of discrepancies. When the Board goes into executive session the Board will consider what the next step for the Town will be and certainly the Board is very receptive to the comments made tonight. Executive Session Upon motion duly made and seconded it was voted by roll call Mr. Cohen, Mr. Kelley, Mr. Pagett, Mr. Manz and Mrs. Krieger to go into executive session for the purpose of potential litigation and contract negotiations with no intent to return to open session. A true record, Attest; Lori Manning Clerk