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1993
Annual Report
Board of
Selectmen
Set Policy
Board ofAppeals
Fence Viewers
Historic Districts
Commission
Housing Assistance
Board
Town Celebrations
Committee
Trustees of Public
Trusts
Director of Guides
Advisory and ad hoc
Committees
Town of Lexington
Government Organization
Housing
Authority
Executive
Director
Comptroller
Town Counsel
Town
Moderator
Committees:
Appropriation
Capital
Expenditures
Cary Lectures
Representative to
Regional Vocational
School Committee
Registrars of Voters
Executive Clerk
❑ Paid Employees
School
Committee
Superintendent
Staff
School
Volunteers
Town Manager
Board of Health
Conservation
Commission
Council on Aging
Historical
Commission
Recreation
Committee
Youth Commission
Planning
Board
Planning
Director
Local Building Code
Board of Appeals
Permanent Building
Committee
Westview Cemetery
Developement
Committee
MAPC
Representative
❑ Unpaid Volunteers
Town
Meeting
Members
Appropriate
Legislate
Town Clerk
Revenue Officer
Health Director
PublicWorks/
Engineering Director
Chief of Police
Fire Chief
Building
Commissioner
Town Assessor
Board of Asessors
Conservation
Administrator
Recreation Director
COA Director
Table of Contents
Finances at a Glance
1993 Lexington Overview
Town Report Committee
Government/Administration
Board of Selectmen
Bikeway Committee
Reevaluation Committee
MAPC
Traffic Safety Committee
Personnel Advisory Board
HATS
Hanscom Advisory Committee
Town Manager
Town Clerk/Board of Registrars
Moderator
Town Meeting
Elections
TMMA
Education
Lexington Public Schools
Minuteman Tech
Cary Memorial Library
Department of Public Works
DPW /Engineering
Waste Management Committee
Public Safety
Fire Department
Police Department
Police Manual Committee
Board of Health
Environment
Board of Appeals
Lexington Center Committee
Planning Board
Conservation Commission
Permanent Building Committee
Building/Inspection
Design Advisory Committee
Lighting Options Committee
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Life Quality/People
Recreation Department
LEXPRESS
Lexington Housing Authority
LexHAB
Fair Housing Committee
Council on Aging
Cary Lectures
Human Services Committee
Historic Districts Commission
Historical Commission
Waspam
Sister City Committee
Town Celebrations Committee
Battle Green Guides
Cable Advisory Committee
Veterans' Services
Youth Commission
Legal
Town Counsel
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Trustees of Public Trusts
Appropriation Committee
Capital Expenditures Committee
Revenue Officer
Comptroller
Board of Assessors
Retirement Board
Financial Data
Directory
Town Meeting Members
Town Officers and Committees
Voters' Information
Gazetteer
Telephone Information
Emergency Numbers
Town Offices
School Dept.
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Inside
Back
Cover
Financial reports, with the exception of Retirement funds are based on the fiscal year that
ended June 30, 1993. All other statistics, unless otherwise noted, are based on the 1993
calendar year.
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page I
The eoverphotograph shows one of
the mile markers on the Jack Eddison
Memorial Bikeway. The markers
were the work of sculptor Marty
Cain. Photo and design by Fred
Wischhusen
1993 Revenue Sources
Residential Real 35,118,167
-. Estate
,ial Real 6,766,005
ite
al Real 2,371,722
ite
Property 1,110,058
a.ceiptS 4,830,742
to 4,562,621
Funds 476,088
Surplus 377,625
9 Funds
water 4,131,449
Sewer 5,115,792
ecreation 1,067,279
Sources $67,947,748
Note: Enterprise revenues are collected outside the tax levy. They are shown here in scale to traditional
revenue sources. Enterprise expenses are shown similarly at the bottom of Operating Expenses.
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 2
1993 Operating Expenses
Personnel 26,687,567
Education Expenses & Equipment 1,242,475
/ Contracted Services 3,298,886
MM Tech 550,803
31,779,731
. Benefit costs have been reclassified to each respective group.
Personnel
Admin. Expenses
Highways
D P. Parks & Grounds
Refuse Collection
Town Building Maint.
iblic Safety Police Fie
& Health Health
_ibraPersonal Services
ry Expenses
Legal
2,941,390
593,230
685,230
55,289
1,807,926
201,223
6,284,288
2,851,678
2,752,422
165,993
5,770,093
1,018,432
223,554
1,241,986
Town Counsel 183,159
Town Clerk 119,810
Bd. of Registrars 12,659
Elections 26,697
345,325
r rise Water 3,175,697
p Sewer 3,980,427
Recreation 755,330
7,911,454
Total Operating Expenses $63,497,245
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 - Page 3
Planning Board
134,290
onment
Building & Zoning
184,293
Board of Appeals
27,932
Conservation Comm.
66,310
Historic Dist. Comm.
2,385
415,210
Council on Aging
199,388
'eople
Veterans
Human Services
57,824
76,999
Celebrations
9,144
LEXPRESS
209,085
552,440
Executive
332,942
Nnment
Legislative
5,353
Financial
695,904
State & County Assess.
948,203
1,982,402
Employee Pensions
3,033,873
Employee Insurance'
658,503
Kpenses
Funded Debt
1,077,250
Interest
674,374
Exempt Debt
1,667,537
Organizational Exp.
102,779
7,214,316
r rise Water 3,175,697
p Sewer 3,980,427
Recreation 755,330
7,911,454
Total Operating Expenses $63,497,245
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 - Page 3
1993 Lexington Overview
v The town lost four dedicated and
stalwart practitioners of good
Y government during the year. As
reported elsewhere, Selectmen John
d* C. Eddison and Jacquelyn R. Smith
died in office. Elizabeth Clarke,
v town meeting member, and her
husband Eric Clarke, former Planning
+ Board Chairman, also died in 1993.
Both Clarkes served many years on
numerous boards, unselfish and
skilled volunteers.
i w 3 b
oy The net result was labeled "encouraging," but
more input is needed, especially from residents
+ who traditionally grumble about town matters
over their morning coffee but never speak up in
+ public. See "Strategic Planning" in the
Selectmen's report for details.
a
The barricade with the highest profile was the
b one erected at the dangerous intersection of
Bedford Street and Harrington Road. Aconcrete
e'► barricade went up, was loudly panned, got
decorated with flowers, then came down;
4 officials are still looking for a solution to traffic
flow there.
What a year! One thing after another cropped
up to send town officials and citizens to the
barricades. And as Lexingtonians have come
to expect, response and corrective actions were
taken with dispatch
In no special order, there was the Hanscom
airport expansion scare; two established groups,
HATS II and Hanscom Advisory, aided and
abetted by new recruits from homes under the
airfield's landing patterns, rose up to protest
reports Hanscom might become a far noisier
neighbor than it is now. The issue is expected
to smolder for years to come.
A number of homeowners looked at their
property reevaluations and stomped down to the
Assessors Office in full cry; the outcome is
recorded in detail in the Selectmen's report
under "Reevaluation Committee."
The Jack Eddison Bikeway officially opened to
wide acclaim and unexpectedly heavy use by
bikers, runners, walkers, toddlers, amblers, dogs,
one llama and, unfortunately, some vandals, who
tore up plantings and damaged nearly all the
handsome stone mile markers. The bikeway
committee is working hard to come up with
ways to instill more civilized behavior in
bikeway users.
Out of the struggle over the budget came a Town
Meeting Resolution to put together a set of core
values to help the town assign long range budget
priorities. Selectmen dove into the task by directing
broad based community discussions to generate
input from many citizens of diverse interests.
Other issues getting special attention included
a hard look at insurance/benefits costs and a
scrutiny of state plans to carve a major road
improvement out of sensitive land at the
intersection of Routes 128 and 2A.
The 1993 budget deliberations marked a major
victory; town and school officials worked
together to agree on a budget before Town
Meeting. It took a new and welcomed degree of
cooperation between town and schools to achieve
a compromise that headed off a potential override.
The whole money scene was again clouded by
events beyond the town's control, chiefly the
continuing recession which knocked down
occupancy rates, valuations and tax revenues
from commercial and industrial properties.
Selectmen hope to do something about low
occupancy rates too (see their report).
Town hall officials did something about costs
by refinancing several long term loans; the
efforts will save over one million dollars in
interest charges.
In other actions, a well prepared group of fifth
graders from Fiske school made a strong case
at Town Meeting for a law requiring bikers
under 18 to wear helmets; some thought the
presentation was superior to others they had sat
through in Town Meeting.
The Building Inspector noted a phenomenon:
contractors applying for permits to demolish
small homes so they could replace them with
bigger - far bigger - homes. How much bigger?
Well here's a clue; so far in the 1990's, the
median size of all homes being built is more
than double the size of homes built in the 1940's.
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 4
A sign of continued high land costs and strong
demand; the town is tops on the list of desirable
Boston area communities in which to live.
So houses get bigger, the overall population
shrinks (slightly), the elderly population continues
to grow, and the schools brace for an increase in
the number of pupils in the lower grades.
Here's hoping Strategic Planning will help the
town meld these diverse interests.
On the personnel front, Police Chief Paul Furdon
retired after 41 years of distinguished service,
and Recreation Director Joan Halverson after 15
years. Halverson was succeeded by her assistant,
Maggie Whitesell, and Furdon's replacement is
expected to come from the ranks too.
See the school reports for cheerful reading, the
Fire Department for data on its calls for help,
which broke the 3,000 mark, and the Police
Department which fielded, among other
complaints, 623 calls about raccoons.
Town Report
It took a few years, but nearly total
computerizaton finally arrived at Town Report.
Thanks to committee member Jeanette Webb,
the bulk of the report was assembled
electronically, freeing members from arduous
hours of cutting, pasting and sniffing rubber
cement.
The committee was also lucky to have former
member Fred Wischhusen step forward with a
handsome cover photo and design.
Otherwise, the committee labored shorthanded
and would like to hear from citizens well - versed
in town affairs and/or nifty with PageMaker to
volunteer their time and talents.
Members: Bob Morrison, chairman, Winifred
Friedman, Jeanette Webb, Bob Halfman, John
Ayvazian, Stan Casazza and photographer Ray
Barnes.
Board of Selectmen
The Board of Selectmen
suffered profound losses
during the year with the
deaths of Jacquelyn R.
Smith and John C. Eddison.
Mrs. Smith and Mr.
Eddison had served as
selectmen for seven and
nine years respectively.
Mrs. Smith was serving her
fourth term as chairman at
the time of her death.
Their dedication and
effectiveness as members
of the board made them
extraordinary contributors
to the town's betterment.
This was the first time in
memory a sitting member
of the board died while in
office. The loss of two
such dedicated members
caused avoid which will
be hard to fill.
Board of Selectmen: Seated, Dan Fenn, Leo McSweeney, Chairman William Dailey, Executive Secretary Sally Peters,
Dan Busa and Betty Eddison. Standing: Town Counsel Norman Cohen and Town Manager Richard White. Fenn,
Busa and Eddison are the newcomers elected in 1993. Photo: Ray Barnes.
A third member of the
board, Paul Marshall, de-
cided that three terms were enough and declined
to run for reelection.
In the Spring elections, Daniel P. Busa, Jr., and
Dan H.Fenn, Jr., were elected to the board. Betty
Eddison was elected in a special fall election to
fill the third seat on the board, and William J.
Dailey, Jr., was named chairman
During the year, special attention was given to
maintaining a level of quality service that
residents have come to expect. This task,
coupled with the need to maintain a relatively
stable tax structure, created a real challenge.
In order to accomplish this mission, it was even
more important there be a strong, cooperative
effort between the Board of Selectmen and the
School Committee. The board was especially
pleased we were able to present a budget to the
1993 Town Meeting that was acceptable to the
schools; it is our intent to present future budgets
which are agreed upon by both boards.
In an effort to control costs,the town refinanced
a portion of its debt and realized projected
savings of $1,100,000.
As a part of the bonding process, it was necessary
for Moody's rating service to examine the town's
financial position; we are pleased we maintained
our AAA rating. It is important that this rating
be kept so that we may obtain the most favorable
rates on any future bonding that may occur.
Additionally, we rebid our insurance package;
due to favorable conditions in the marketplace,
we were able to place our coverage for a three
year term at a premium which will result in
annual savings of approximately $100,000.
The board is concerned with reductions
occurring in the assessments on our commercial
property. About five years ago the commercial/
industrial properties were contributing
approximately 33 percent of our tax base. That
figure is now closer to 24 percent and reflects
the decrease in the market values of our
commercial properties at a time when the value
of residential properties are either holding
steady or increasing.
The reduction in commercial property values also
reflects the increasing vacancies occurring in
some of our commercial space, as defense - related
activities either diminish in scope or disappear.
In an effort to stimulate the occupancies of these
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 5
buildings with new, environmentally sound
businesses, the board is appointing a committee
to examine ways we can encourage firms to
come to Lexington.
This committee will include representatives of
the Planning Board and will be asked to propose
steps the town can take to become more
attractive to firms which may be looking for
space. The committee's goal will not be to
encourage new development, although that may
occur if appropriate, but rather to find ways to
fill existing space.
Special attention is being given to improving
our free cash position. During the last several
years, the available free cash has been spent
down to a level where a small free cash balance
is being maintained.
This is not a situation the town should allow to
exist any longer. As a result, the board adopted
a position which calls for steps to increase the
free cash balance. This effort will take the
cooperation of all town departments and will
require special attention from Town Meeting.
Board of Selectmen (continued)
Strategic Planning Committee
A resolution passed at the 1993 Town Meeting
proposed that the selectmen schedule " ... a
program of community discussions in
cooperation with civic, religious, business,
school and other community organizations, to
debate and clarify core values and program
priorities to guide the town's budgeting process."
It was hoped that input would be received from
residents not normally vocal in town matters. The
information gathered at these meetings could then
be used to assist in the budget planning process.
Following the close of Town Meeting, an ad hoc
group was assembled and the selectmen
requested that the group provide advice as to
the process which should be followed to
implement the resolution.
This group, first known as "The Steering
Wheel," then as the "Strategic Planning and
Implementation Group," met Thursday mornings
through the summer. It recommended a series
of ten community gatherings held at various
locations around town, with volunteer
professional facilitators leading the sessions.
The meetings were held in the Fall, and the
results judged to be rewarding. It became evident
there were wide ranging differences among
residents as to what was most important.
Comments were heard concerning the difficulty
some people are having keeping their homes in
the face of rising taxes. Others were concerned
that the quality of life in Lexington could well
deteriorate if sufficient funds were not made
available. Others were very concerned that the
level of excellence in the schools be maintained;
a myriad other equally important thoughts were
expressed.
A report summarizing these gatherings was
prepared, and public hearings held relating to
the report. It was generally thought the
gathering provided beneficial information and
were worthwhile.
It is now envisioned that focus groups will be
assembled to identify and discuss values
thought to be most important.
After the results of these discussions have been
assembled, a survey will be sent to about 1,000
residents, selected at random, to get a more
detailed analysis of core values.
Selectmen envision that all the information
developed through these efforts will be made
available to interested committees and all
residents and will be useful in both long and
short range budget considerations.
The advisory group which organized this effort
included 20 people from several major boards and
committees, the schools, League of Women Voters,
TMMA,and one "interested citizen." Another 10
volunteer facilitators ran the input meetings.
The town has benefited greatly from the work
of the many volunteers who staff our committees.
The work of these groups is invaluable; without
their efforts the level and quality of service now
being provided could not be maintained.
William J. Dailey, Jr., Chairman
Minuteman Commuter Bikeway Committee: Front, Chairman Tom Fortman, Sandra Shaw
and Mike Sacco. Rear. Selectman Liaison Betty Eddison, Marita Hartsom, Richard Canale, Bob
Sawyer and John Frey. Not shown, Jerry VanHook and Angela Frick. Photo: Ray Bames.
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 6
Bikeway Committee
The highlight of the year was the official opening
on May 30 of the Minuteman Commuter Bikeway.
After nearly 20 years of planning and construction,
the Lexington portion of the bikeway was
dedicated to the memory of Jack Eddison.
Jack had been one of the bikeway's strongest
advocates and spent much of his time as
chairman of the Minuteman Commuter Bikeway
Committee (MCBC) while a selectman. Betty
Eddison accepted a plaque at the dedication,
naming the Lexington portion the "John C.
Eddison Memorial Bikeway."
The MCBC managed several other accom-
plishments in 1993. It published a brochure
featuring historic and current points of interest
along the route. Twenty thousand copies were
printed and are available at the Visitors' Center.
A Rules of the Road committee met often with
the Lexington Bicycle Safety Committee plus
citizens from Bedford and Arlington and agreed
on rules, now posted on signs along the route.
The next project: guidelines for bikeway use
by outside organizations.
The Lexington Friends of the Minuteman
Commuter Bikeway was established and is now
discussing with the MCBC bikeway extensions
through Bedford, Concord, and Cambridge, as
well as amenities along the route.
Of primary importance at the end of 1993 was a
proposal by the state to replace three railroad
bridges along the route with concrete box
culverts. The committee strongly opposes this
proposal; it believes safety to the users would
be greatly compromised, and plans to work with
the state on alternatives.
MCBC advises selectmen on all matters relating
to the bikeway to serve the best interests of the
town, its citizens and neighboring communities.
This includes monitoring completion, operation,
maintenance and security as well as promoting
harmonious use by a variety of users.
Members: Tom Fortmann, chairman; Jerry
VanHook; Marita Hartshorn; Sandra Shaw,
Recreation Committee representative; John
Frey; Richard Canale, Planning Board represen-
tative; Angela Frick, Conservation Commission
representative; Bob Sawyer; Michael Sacco; and
Betty Eddison, selectmen's liaison.
Reevaluation Committee
In the Spring of 1993, based on a proposal by
Geza Szonyi, the selectmen formed the Assessors
Ad Hoc Reevaluation Committee to answer
public criticisms of the assessing process.
The Town Manager appointed the following to
the committee: Neal Boyle, Dan Busa, Paul
Chernick, Leonard Colwell, Clark Cowen,
Pauline Fennel, Michael O'Sullivan, Geza
Szonyi and Joe Volante.
Also named: the Board of Assessors; Robert Foster,
Robert Leone and Sarah Robinson, Assessor
Harold Scheid and Comptroller John Ryan.
By August, the committee was broken into four
subcommittees to tackle issues agreed to be of
most concern.
The first subcommittee, consisting of Leonard
Colwell and Clark Cowen, prepared a handout
for the public to answer major questions about
the assessment and abatement process.
The second subcommittee, consisting of Pauline
Fennel and Michael O'Sullivan, surveyed
assessment and abatement procedures in the
neighboring towns of Andover, Bedford,
Dedham, Needham, Wellesley and Winchester.
The survey results suggested that Lexington's
assessment process is more accurate and that
our staffing level is lower than most of the towns
compared.
The third subcommittee, consisting of Dan
Busa, Neal Boyle and Joe Volante, addressed
the thorny question of improving services
rendered by the Assessor's office, to reduce the
number of citizen complaints. This
subcommittee also prepared a handout that
answered the most common questions asked
about the assessment and abatement process.
The fourth subcommittee consisting of Paul
Chernick and Geza Szonyi developed a guide
which the average citizen can use to calculate
his own assessment.
The two documents prepared by the subcommittees
are available at the Assessors Office.
Over the year, the committee accomplished a
number of its objectives:
• First, the assessment process and computation
was publicly explained for the first time;
• Second, most of the problems previously
identified in the assessment computation
were eliminated;
• Third, taxpayers now have access to
straightforward descriptions of the
assessment and abatement process;
• Fourth, assessors now notify taxpayers in
advance of large increases in assessments
so that any errors can be corrected before
tax bills are prepared, and finally,
• The relationship of the Assessor's Office
with the public was improved.
Daniel P. Busa, Chairman
MAPC
Throughout the year, the Metropolitan Area
Planning Council (MAPC) represented the
interests of Lexington and other communities
in the region on a number of critical planning
issues.
In August, MAPC initiated a public information
process for review and comment on the Regional
Transportation Plan, a long -range document that
lays out future transportation investments in the
region. MAPC's involvement led to a final draft
reflecting local needs.
Other transportation planning initiatives MAPC
participated in included coordinating local
review of amendments to the Transportation
Improvement Program, the State
Implementation Plan for Air Quality and the
Program for Mass Transportation.
MAPC also participated in the federally required
reclassification of local roads, hosted an
informal forum on air quality, coordinated
several transportation projects and took part in
an electric vehicle pilot program to demonstrate
the viability of alternative fuel vehicles.
As the lead agency for the development of the
Overall Economic Development Program
(OEDP) for the region, MAPC brought together
local officials and the region's business
community to develop priorities. The Economic
Development Administration approved the
program, qualifying the projects in it for public
works grants. Project funding totaled $1.8 million.
Lexington has one project listed in the program.
Lexington's representative to MAPC is Assistant
Planner Joseph A. Marino.
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 7
Traffic Safety
In 1993, the Traffic Safety Advisory Committee
held nine meetings and considered 28 items
regarding traffic signals, stop signs, speed limits,
pedestrian crosswalks, tour bus parking, satellite
parking for Center employees and improving
safety at the Harrington Road/Bedford Street
intersection.
Many items were submitted to the selectmen
by citizens and referred to the committee for
review and recommendations.
Recommendations made by the committee
included input from town departments, the
Lexington Center Committee, Design Advisory
Committee and the Chamber of Commerce.
Selectmen make the final decisions.
Among the approved recommendations were;
the test closure of Harrington Road, crosswalks
on Worthen Road, stop signs on Greenwood
Street, yield signs on Mass. Avenue, speed limit
signs on Hartwell Avenue, a guard rail on Winter
Street and the removal of parking spaces at
crosswalks in the Center to improve visibility.
Committee members who served in 1993: Peter
Chalpin, P.E., chairman, DPE, Dr. Eric T.
Clarke, Myla Kabat -Zinn, William Mix, Police
Captain James Kilmartin, Ronald Marble and
Roy Murphy.
Personnel Advisory
The expertise of the Personnel Advisory Board
was called upon for two major issues during
1993: to help rewrite the town's harassment
policy and to work with the town on a Family
Medical Leave Act Policy.
These items have been carried over to 1994 and
expanded to include a comprehensive rewrite
of the town's Personnel Policies and Procedures
manual.
In addition to these issues, the board was
represented by Chairman Jason Berger on the
Town Manager's Ad Hoc Police Chief Advisory
Committee to help develop a process for
selecting the town's next Police Chief.
Current membership: Jason Berger, chairman,
Vahe DerManuelian, Charlotte Evans, Janet
Perry, Evelyn Silber, Laurie Peck, Katherine
Page and Lewis M. Rambo.
HATS
As he did with so many projects that benefited the
town, Jack Eddison took a leading role in reviving
the Hanscom Area Towns group known as HATS.
Eddison was succeeded by Dan H. Fenn, Jr., as
Lexington's HATS representative when Fenn
was elected to the Board of Selectmen. The
other members are Robert DeNormandie,
chairman, of Lincoln, Betsy Anderson, Bedford
and Lee Wood, Concord.
This was a tumultuous year for those working
on Hanscom- related issues. From the start, it
was clear that these issues, like dandelions, were
not going away. Consequently, responding to
the initiative of People Against Hanscom
Expansion (PAHE), the HATS towns, in various
ways, set aside funds to pay for possible legal
and technical services and are seeking a
modified administrative structure to let us, on a
unified basis, deal with upcoming issues.
A number of such matters arose this past year.
Among them were the need to reconcile HATS
and Massport views on procedures for the
ongoing noise study; dealing with the Strategic
Assessment Report from the state which seemed
to point to a substantial expansion of
commercial use at Hanscom - an approach since
rejected by Massport; a proposal to run special
commuter charters out of Hanscom; establishing
relations with the new leadership at Massport;
Town Manager
The Town Manager is the chief Executive
Officer of the Town; administers the policies and
procedures of the Board of Selectmen, enforces
by -laws and actions passed by Town Meeting;
prepares the budget and manages the daily
operations of all Town departments.
Finances
The Town maintained a payroll of $11,352,066
for the fiscal year ending June 30,1994 (FY94)
covering 266 full time and 69 parttime
employees. The total appropriated Town Budget
for Fiscal Year 1994 is $72,528,216.
and a review of possible changes in the Massport
Master Plan which shapes Hanscom.
Through all this, HATS took great pains to make
sure that the Air Force realizes it continues to
be a welcome neighbor for all four towns. Our
focus is on the civilian use; Hanscom continues
to be the second busiest airport in New England.
HATS also continued to be the focal point for
other area -wide concerns such as the extension
of the bike path to the Old North Bridge in
Concord, important area -wide transportation
studies and the establishment of close working
relationships with citizen groups such as PARE.
Particularly notable in this regard was the fall
rally organized by PAHE and other groups
which called attention to the area's historical
and natural resources and the threat which a
significant expansion of Hanscom civilian
activities would pose.
Overall, for those of us in Lexington, the most
important development was the growing
realization in the community that Hanscom is not
just a North Lexington issue, but one which
powerfully affects the entire community. It is
important that we continue to be alert because
this is one matter which is going to be with us in
some form or another as far ahead as we can see.
Dan H. Fenn, Jr.
Finding enough resources to properly fund
budget or service demand continues to consume
an inordinate amount of staff and citizens' time.
Personnel reductions, reorganization,
consolidations, privatization and spending
freezes are cliches to staff and citizens alike.
The FY94 budget was constructed without need
for an override. It is very unlikely that an
override can be avoided in FY95.
An increasing school enrollment requires that
the Town make more classrooms available.
Opening more classrooms will result in the
reopening of the Hastings School and hiring
more teachers, aides, custodians, secretaries and
administrators. Increasing class size is a
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 8
Hanscom Advisory
Last year, the Hanscom field Advisory
Commission (HFAC), in cooperation with the
Hanscom Area Towns Committee (HATS11), the
League of Women Voters and the citizens group
People Against Hanscom Expansion, made a
strong committment to address the impact
Hanscom Field has on our community.
Along with Bedford, Concord and Lincoln,
Lexington Town Meeting allocated funds to hire
legal and technical expertise to deal with Hanscom.
This unified effort gave a strong voice to shared
concerns about airport expansion. In particular,
this past year HFAC provided a critical forum
for airing concerns about the potential expansion
of Hanscom into a major regional airport.
Public meetings continue to be held;
participating are community representatives,
airport management, business pilots and
residents of Bedford, Acton, Concord, Carlisle,
Lincoln and Lexington.
Joan Goldman
reduction in program or educational service that
troubles many in the community. The budget
may be balanced in 1995 and Hastings reopened
with a minimum of disruption and effect on the
tax levy.
But Lexington's fiscal stability is very much at
risk. Our appetite for local government services
exceeds our ability to pay for them For the
foreseeable future, the cost of doing municipal
business in Lexington will continue to increase
at a faster rate than our ability to raise new
revenue.
Already Lexington has one of the highest
proportionate school age populations in Greater
Town Manager (continued)
Boston while also having a population with the
highest average age in Massachusetts, outside
of Cape Cod.
In addition, commercial /industrial values
continue to decrease while residential values
increase. This shift in value results in larger
real estate increases for the town's residential
property owners. The recently passed Education
Reform Act, while potentially beneficial
economically for the State's poorer
communities, offers very little new revenue for
Lexington. Additional investments must be
made to the Town's physical infrastructure. No
tax levy funds have been spent on capital
projects for over three years.
Meeting the demands for an increasing school
age population, reinvesting in the Town's
infrastructure and managing the growth of the
tax levy is an impossible balancing act.
Environment
Lexington's mandatory curbside recycling
program, first in the state, continues to grow.
The costs of providing trash collection services
have stabilized. Timely bidding and sharp
negotiating skills by DPW Director Dick Spiers
resulted in a reduction in the total overall cost
of the Town's waste management efforts.
The State Department of Environmental
Protection is beginning to close many
contaminated landfills in the state.
The North East Solid Waste Committee's
( NESWC) marketability will increase as these
landfills close. The more trash collected at the
NESWC facility, the lower the tipping fee.
Town staff continues to examine the way
curbside trash and recycling programs are
administered, operated and financed.
Enterprise Funding
The Massachusetts Water Resources Authority
(MWRA), as a condition of membership,
mandates that member cities establish enterprise
accounting systems for water and sewer
services. As a result, all operational, direct and
indirect, and capital costs for the water and sewer
services offered by the DPW must be funded
through fees paid for by the people who
consume or use these services. Water and sewer
rates continue to climb steadily due to increases
in MWRA assessments. Water conservation
programs, sewer inflow /infiltration efforts and
a block rate fee structure continue to help the
town reduce its water consumption, which has
decreased six years in a row..
Although water and sewer bills have been
increasing at alarming rates, Lexington's
combined water /sewer bill is 20 percent below
the average rate for all MWRA communities.
Most, if not all, of the increase in the water /sewer
rates is a resultof increased MWRA assessments
and prudent investments in the Town's water and
sewer systems infrastructure.
The Recreation Enterprise account was created
four years ago with a goal to have users pay for
the programs provided. As a result, all recreation
programs are self - supporting. Not one cent of
the tax levy supports Recreation Department
activities.
Revenue from the Pine Meadows Golf course
generates enough surplus to allocate funds for
Recreation capital improvement programs. In
the future, some financial accommodation must
be made to support the DPW park and field
maintenance program.
Infrastructure
The Town continues to invest in its capital assets;
unfortunately, 100 percent of that investment
was made via enterprise funding.
Property Tax Revenue
Total residential valuation for 1993 increased
by 2.27 percent. Most the valuation decreases
were in the commercial category. The tax rate
set in 1993 was $14.16 for residential and $27.11
for commercial /industrial properties per
thousand dollar valuation. Total valuation for
all property is $3,053,724,200.
The continued decline in commercial property
values is of tremendous concern. The selectmen
are planning to appoint a special ad hoc com-
mittee to evaluate this phenomenon and make
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 9
specific action recommendations to sustain com-
mercial/industrial property values. Continuation
of this trend will increase the residential tax rate
at a pace much higher than 2 1/2 percent
regardless of legal property tax limitations.
Personnel
The town experienced an overall work force
turnover of 5.6 percent in 1993. Police Chief
Paul Furdon, Recreation Director Joan
Halverson and Inspectional Services principal
clerk Lorraine Salto are doing their best to make
the necessary pace adjustments in their new
found retirements. Brian Gilbert assumed the
duties of Parks and Grounds Superintendent in
February. Brian's interpersonal skills were pro-
ven when he acquired trees through negotiated
donations and a successful grant application.
Collective Bargaining
The Fire, Dispatcher and Public Works contracts
are settled through FY94; negotiations for Police
are ongoing. The Town rates all employee
performance and does not provide automatic
step increases for its non -union work force.
Non -union employees received average merit
increases of 2 percent for FY94.
Inquiries and comments regarding the admini-
strative operations of town government are
encouraged. Special thanks are extended to all
citizen volunteers. Incredible performance is
provided by our volunteers together with a dedi-
cated and extremely talented professional staff.
Richard J. White, Town Manager
Town Clerk / Board of Registrars
Two interesting local elections were held in 1993
The Annual Town Election saw a hotly contested
race for two Selectmen's positions. With 39%
of eligible voters participating, Daniel Busa and
Dan Fenn, Jr., drew the top numbers, while
Elizabeth "Betty' Eddison, running as a write -
in candidate, finished third in a field of five.
On the same ballot, voters backed a School
Committee action that had made condoms
available at the high school. A citizens' group
opposed to the action gathered enough signatures
to place a non - binding referendum question on
the ballot. The vote was 3,007 in support and
2,512 against the committee's decision.
A Special Election was held on September 14
to fill a vacancy on the Board of Selectmen
caused by the death of Jacquelyn Smith. Betty
Eddison, running this time on the printed ballot,
won. Thirty seven percent of the registered
voters turned out.
The local voting precincts were redrawn
according to mandates from the state and will be
implemented for the 1994 Annual Town Election.
Longtime Town Meeting Members have seen
such changes in the past, and will recall not only
boundary changes, but an increase in the
number of precincts.
Currentlaw creates Lexington's voting precincts
based on the general population figures from
the Federal Census of April 1, 1990. Named in
the clerk's office somewhat unaffectionately as
the ORPLE factor (using oranges to arrange
apples), the law is based on the "one man, one
vote" determination. Although Lexington will
retain nine precincts, some boundaries which
define the precincts will be changed to meet
these state - mandated standards:
• No precinct may have more than 4,000
residents - that's residents, not voters.
• The population of each precinct must be within
a range of five percent of the 4,000 average.
• Each precinct must be compact and contigu-
ous without protruding fingers or long tails.
• All boundaries must always coincide with
Federal census block boundaries as shown on
official Federal census maps. In general, these
boundaries are the center lines of streets or
other defined boundaries such as streams or
other bodies of water, railroad tracks, power
lines or other visible geographic figures.
• Nursing homes and other institutions are to
be included in the count.
The new precinct boundaries were prepared after
many months of work by the Town Clerk's
office, Planning Department and MIS
Department. It was accepted by the selectmen
on March 15, 1993, then submitted for final
approval by the State Local Election Districts
Review Commission, as required by law.
Lexington's Representative Town Meeting Act
states that::
A member who ... is so removed by a
revision of precincts shall not retain
membership after the next annual
election as an elected member from the
precinct from which he is removed.
This means that Town Meeting Members whose
precincts changed will have to run for election
in their new precincts at the Annual Town
Election on March 7, 1994. Town Meeting
Members who moved within town and those
whose terms were scheduled to end in March,
1994, will have to run at the same time.
In other Town Clerk matters, association
continued with the Lexington /Concord
Collaborative which printed a Lexington and
Concord map and guide. A second issue of the
Lexington Map of Historical and Cultural
Attractions was produced with help from the
Council for the Arts.
The Town Clerk served as a representative to
the Secretary of State's Task Force seeking to
work out a way to implement the National
Motor Voter bill signed by the President last year.
The clerk will also work on this measure as a
member of the Massachusetts Town Clerks
Legislative Committee.
Bebe Fallick, Town Clerk
Number of Registered Voters
as of 8/24/93
Republican 3,342
Unenrolled 7,569
Democrat 8,288
The " Unenrolled" are voters who do not wish
to be committed to any political party. For years,
they called themselves "Independent." But in
January 1991, an Independent Party came into
being, forcing the uncommitted to take on the
unenrolled label.
Vital Statistics
Births 226
Marriages 197
Deaths 323
Moderator
The Moderator continued to work with boards,
committees, the TMMA and concerned citizens
to improve the Town Meeting process.
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 10
The following practices were continued
• A pre -Town Meeting planning session with the
Moderator, article sponsors, Town Counsel,
Town Clerk and finance committee chairmen
to review timing and procedural matters, to
anticipate scheduling difficulties, audio/visual
requirements, probable amendments and
potential areas of disagreement;
• A two -hour workshop for new Town
Meeting members was held by the
Moderator, Town Counsel, chairmen of the
Planning Board, TMMA, Appropriation
and Capital Expenditures Committees to
answer questions, clarify financial and
planning terms and concepts, and explain
legal issues and parliamentary procedures;
• A post -Town Meeting critique was held to
identify measures for increasing physical
comfort, improving procedures and
decreasing session length.
The Moderator sent written instructions to
sponsors of citizen articles to help them prepare
for Town Meeting. She wrote a newspaper
article explaining the protocol regarding citizen
participation. The description of Town Meeting
practices and procedures and a summary of
Lexington's parliamentary procedures were
updated and distributed.
As a member of the Legislature Committee of
the Massachusetts Moderators' Association, the
Moderator helped develop a library of materials
useful to fellow moderators. She was elected
Secretary of the Association.
Times are bleak for municipal government;
choices are limited and the consequences are
often unpalatable. Despite fiscal constraints,
Town Meeting members worked diligently and
thoughtfully with boards and committees.
The Moderator thoroughly enjoyed working
with the diverse, intelligent, enthusiastic and
committed members of Town Meeting, boards
and committees. The quality of Lexington's
citizen participation is unparalleled, the
dedication of its staff unequaled.
Margery Battin, Moderator
1993 Annual Town Meeting
The 1993 Town Meeting began on March 29, held nine sessions, then
LINE
USE
AMOUNT
adjourned on May fifth. Sessions averaged two hours, 45 minutes, except
for the last which ran a little over an hour and a quarter.
1100
Public School Education
$ 29,064,743
Also see Misc. School, Art. 19.
All sessions were called to order by Town Moderator Margery M. Battin
1200
Minuteman Tech
681,657
at 8:00 pm in Cary Memorial Hall. The late Town Meeting members
2110/2140
Employee Benefits
7,325,235
Frederick Frick and John Eddison were honored with a moment of
silence, as was Matthew Santosuosso. The section of the Minuteman
Pensions, Insurance, Unemployment
Bikeway that runs through Lexington was named The Jack Eddison
2210 /2240
Debt Service
3,684,836
Bikeway underArticle 42, which passed unanimously at the firstmeeting.
2310
Reserve Fund
600,000
In addition, Lexington High School Merit Scholar finalists were
2320
Salary Adjustments
200,000
recognized and French and Mexican students welcomed.
3000
DPW Personal Services
2,108,019
$20,000 to be transferred from
As is usually the case, most of the debate centered around the budget.
Parking Meter Fund; $176,008
Specific items that generated extensive debate were:
from Cemetery Trust Funds.
• Cost of health insurance for public employees;
3000
DPW General Expenses
3,441,916
• Privatization of service - namely ambulance service;
Includes trash collection. $96,436 to
• Enterprise funds;
be transferred from Parking Meter Fund.
Also see Article 9.
• DPW budget;
3600
Water Department
4,409,932
• Clarity of the budget process;
Transfer from Water Enterprise Fund.
• Minuteman Tech budget.
3700
Sewer Department
6,122,563
Transfer from Sewer Enterprise Fund.
Town Meeting passed a resolution which endorsed developing a budget-
4100
Combined Dispatch
182,677
planning process that would involve as many citizens as possible.
4200
Police Department
2,667,292
The meetings are reported in summary for quick reference. The official
$103,564 to be transferred from
minutes are available in the Town Clerk's office.
Parking Meter Fund
4300
Fire Department
2,730,559
Article Action Summary
5100
Cary Memorial Library
1,171,488
5200
Recreation
959,655
Annual Town Election, Art. I
Transfer from Recreation
See Elections.
Enterprise Fund.
Reports, Art. 2
5300
Celebrations
12,506
Reports were presented, accepted and placed on file from the
5400
LEXPRESS
255,850
Appropriation Committee, Capital Expenditures Committee, Cary
$80,000 to be transferred from
Lecture Committee, Conservation Commission, Health Dept., LexHAB,
Parking Meter Fund
Planning Board, School Committee and Town Manager.
6100
Council on Aging
191,194
Appointments to Cary Lecture Committee, Art 3
6200
Veterans
60,267
Unanimously adopted, March 31.
6310
Human Services
78,257
The Moderator to appoint a committee of three to run the Cary Memorial
Lectures. The Moderator also appointed Raymond Culler Member
7110
Building Inspection
165,440
Emeritus for Life, in recognition of his past service to the committee.
7120
Board of Appeals
25,909
Operating Budget, Art. 4
7 130
Conservation
62,661
Adopted April 7.
7140
Historic Districts Commission
3,150
Monies for all town departments. All amounts to be raised on the tax
7150
Health & Nursing
125,875
levy unless otherwise noted.
7170
Animal Control
34,622
7210
Planning Dept.
121,047
8100
Selectmen
41,102
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1993 Annual Town Meeting (continued)
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For authorized capital improvements.
AMOUNT
8120 Town Manager
$ 203,814
Sewer Installations, Art 11
$ 210,000
8130 Town Manager
191,370
Adopted April 12.
To be transferred from Water Enterprise Fund.
To be transferred from Sewer Enterprise Fund.
145,218 Zoning By -Laws
Jurisdictional
Of that amount, $40,000 to be transferred from
Golf in Residential Zone, Art 24
8141 Town Report
4,800
Sewer Infiltration Removal, Art 12
350,000
8210/8220 Legislative
6,810
Adopted April 12.
Jumbo house setbacks.
Miscellaneous Committees
Indefinitely postponed, May 3.
Treasurer authorized to borrow, and Selectmen
to issue notes in anticipation of state reimburse-
Minor Zoning Bylaw Revisions, Ark 26
authorized to seek MWRA, State or Federal funds.
Adopted May 3.
8310 Comptroller
286,768
8320 Treasurer
72,748
Pine Meadows Golf Course, Art 15
50,000
For master plan including rebuilding hole #5.
8330 Assessor
140,099
Adopted April 26.
8340 Data Processing
37,500
To be transferred from Recreation Enterprise Fund.
8410 Legal
225,000
Pine Meadows Golf Course, Art 16
30,000
Also see Article S.
For maintenance equipment.
8420 Town Clerk
105,906
Adopted April 26.
8430 Board of Registrars
26,175
To be transferred from Recreation Enterprise Fund.
8448 Elections
38,847
Center Pool Complex, Art 17
50,000
Rehabilitation.
Under Article 4, a resolution was passed outlining a
Adopted April 26.
budget- planning process that would involve
To be transferred from Recreation Enterprise Fund.
community organizations, town committees and the
Town Meeting Members Association.
Playgrounds, Art 18
50,000
For equipment and improvements.
To be transferred from Recreation Enterprise Fund.
Other Appropriation Articles
Miscellaneous School, Art 19
450,000
Supplementary Appropriation, Art 5
$ 40,000
Remodeling, rebuilding and extraordinary repairs.
Adopted April 12.
Adopted April 26.
To add $40,000 to line item 8410, Legal.
To be borrowed.
Amount to be transferred from receipts
reserved for appropriation.
Facilities Study, Art 20
200,000
To determine physical plant needs
Prior Years' Unpaid Bills, Art 6
of all town and school buildings.
Indefinitely postponed, April 12.
Adopted April 26.
Amount to be borrowed.
Supplementary Appropriation, Art 7
For authorized capital improvements.
Funds to Reduce Tax Rate, Art 43 250,000
Indefinitely postponed, April 12.
Adopted May 5.
To be transferred from the Unreserved Fund Balance.
Water Mains, Art 8
1,190,000 Total Appropriation $ 70,$83,507
Adopted April 12.
To be transferred from Water Enterprise Fund.
DPW Equipment, Art 9
145,218 Zoning By -Laws
Adopted April 12.
Of that amount, $40,000 to be transferred from
Golf in Residential Zone, Art 24
Water Enterprise Fund, $40,000 from Sewer
Defeated, April 28.
Enterprise Fund.
Zoning Bylaw, Art 25
Street Improvements, Art 10
Jumbo house setbacks.
Adopted April 12
Indefinitely postponed, May 3.
Treasurer, with Selectmen approval, authorized
to issue notes in anticipation of state reimburse-
Minor Zoning Bylaw Revisions, Ark 26
ments, and Selectmen to accept highway funds
Adopted May 3.
from all sources.
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 12
1993 Annual Town Meeting (continued)
Zoning Bylaw, Art. 27
Disabled persons.
Indefinitely postponed, May 3.
Zoning Bylaw, Art. 28
Drainage.
Indefinitely postponed, May 3.
Zoning Bylaw, Art. 29
Change of zone on Maguire Rd.
Indefinitely postponed, May 3.
Zoning Change, Art. 30
Change from RO, One Family, to RD, Planned
Residential District, of 5.1 acres off Lowell St.
Adopted as amended, May 3.
Zoning Change, Art. 31
Change from CM, Commercial Manufacturing, to
CD, Planned Commercial District, of 9,900 sq. ft.
at Westview St. and Maguire Rd.
Defeated April 28.
Marrett Road, Art. 38
A resolution: Selectmen to name committee to
study and report on traffic problems in area of
Mass. Ave, Rt. 2A and entries to Minute Man
National Park and Minuteman Tech.
Adopted May 3.
General By -Laws
Surface Water Disposal, Art. 32
Indefinitely postponed, May 3.
Motorized Vehicles, Art. 33
Vehicles forbidden use of sidewalks and the Jack
Eddison Bikeway.
Adopted May 3.
Sale of Tobacco to Minors, Art. 34
An amendment to General By -Laws further
limiting access to tobacco products by minors.
Adopted May 3.
Early Retirement, Art. 35
Defeated May 5.
Bicycle Helmets, Art. 36
Helmets would be required for those under 18.
Referred back to Selectmen for study, April 12.
Appropriation Committee Report Distribution, Art. 37
Adopted May 3.
Other Actions
Agreement with Bedford, Art. 13
To furnish water through Lexington facilities.
Adopted April 12
NESWC, Art 14
Indefinitely postponed, April 12.
Muzzey Condo Repairs, Art. 21
Indefinitely postponed, May 3.
Brook Cleaning, Art. 22
Indefinitely postponed, April 26.
Hanscom Field Study, Art. 23
Selectmen authorized to use $10,000 from Line Item
8130 if a state grant for a study is not forthcoming.
Adopted April 26.
Release of Easement, Art. 39
John Benson Rd.
Adopted May 3.
Transfer of Lot, Art. 40
Lot on Phillip Road fromSchool Department to
Selectmen.
Adopted May 3.
Amend Quitclaim Restrictions, Art. 41
On Muzzey condos.
Indefinitely postponed, May 3.
Lexington has 199 Town Meeting representatives.
Ten at -large members include the five members
of the Board of Selectmen, the Moderator, Town
Clerk, Town Counsel, School Committee
chairman and the representative to the Legislature.
Twenty one representatives are elected from each
of the town's nine precincts for terms of three
years or to fill unexpired terms.
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 13
1993 Annual Town Election — March 3, 1993
Selectman
> Daniel P. Busa, Jr.
>Dan H. Fenn, Jr.
Elizabeth B. Eddison
Nicholas D. Samosuosso
John Hayward
all others
Moderator
Margery M. Battin
all others
School Committee
>Joseph J. Dini
Sheldon A. Spector
all others
Planning Board
> Richard L. Canale
James A. Nicoloro
all others
4,031
3,787
2,440
1,766
1,116
8
4,821
16
3,635
3,229
4
3,996
1,619
3
Lexington Housing Authority
>John E. Ryan 4,094
all others 1
Referendum
Continue condom availability in
the high school?
Yes: 3,007 No: 2,512
Town Meeting Members
Precinct One
527
> James A. Cataldo
415
> Nancy M. Adler
365
>Marsha F. Byrnes
355
>Albert P. Zabin
354
>Paul G. Topalian
347
>John E. Curry
294
>Sam V. Nablo
268
>Rona G.Cohen
246
Paul Nesbeda
243
Daniel Ziedelis
204
all others
5
Precinct Two
>Christina J. Welch
527
>Carolyn C.Wilson
492
> Daniel A. Lucas
470
>John R. Holt
435
>Leonora K. Feeney
400
>Paul H. Lapointe
398
>Evelyn S. Lees
David W. Burke
all others
Precinct Three
>Gloria V. Holland
>Ruth F. Souza
>John P. Carroll
>Erna S. Greene
>Eric Jay Michelson
> Richard L. Neumeier
>Francis W.K. Smith
>Don J.J. Cordell
Paul 1:. Keane
all others
Precinct Four
>Donald A. Chisholm
>Lois J. Coit
>Margaret F. Rawls
> Nicholas Santosuosso
>Martin K. White
>Peter David Enrich
>Ronald W. Cowell
>L. Gail Cowell
>Arthur C. Smith
Thorne Griscom
all others
Precinct Five
>Elaine Dratch
>Wallace Cupp
>John Hayward
>Ephraim Weiss
>Joseph F. Gilbert, Jr.
> David G.Williams
>Frank E. Kirkland
>Andrew Friedlich
Richard Corazzini
all others
Precinct Six
>Morton G. Kahan
>H. Bigelow Moore
> David G.Miller
>Peter Diamond
>Ronald B. Pawliczek
>William B. Simmons
> Michael R.Barry
Jonathan T. Longley
Edward G. Simone
Warren Roberts
all others
395
313
2
449
420
405
400
366
331
308
298
297
11
577
541
525
510
484
484
477
467
415
332
7
490
475
464
438
432
422
393
120
78
13
547
494
462
389
384
356
356
340
330
239
3
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 14
Precinct Seven
>Catherine M.D. Abbott
488
>Jacquelyn H. Ward
436
>Martha C. Wood
435
>Robert M. Farias
416
>John E. Taylor
406
>Audrey J. Friend
406
> James C. Wood, Jr.
361
Anjan Mukherjee
323
Richard T. Howe
322
all others
1
Precinct Eight
> Richard A. Michelson
519
>Roger F. Borghesani
494
>Florence E. Connor
481
>lone D. Garing
454
>Maria Constantinides
420
>Margaret Schwartz
415
>Jack Sannanian
361
Michael Sacco
296
Charles Hornig
260
Gera Szonyi
185
all others
5
Precinct Nine
> Elizabeth B. Eddison
423
>Janice A. Kennedy
420
>Alice J. Adler
389
>Isabel H. Mroczkowski
349
> Richard Schaye
340
> James A. Hester, Jr.
338
> Michael E. Schroeder
325
all others
36
39 percent of registered voters
voted
Winners designated by >
Special Election
Sept. 13, 1993
Selectman
> Elizabeth B.Eddison 3,259
Nancy M. Cannalonga 3,160
Stephen J. Tripi 735
37.5 percent of registered voters voted
TMMA (Town Meeting Members Association)
The Town Meeting Members Association
(TMMA) is open to all Town Meeting members
and has two primary purposes: to provide
information that can help Tow Meeting operate
more efficiently in addressing the issues that
come before it; and to represent the institutional
interests of Tow Meeting during portions of the
year that it is not in session.
TMMA is directed by an Executive Board
comprised of three officers from each precinct
and four board officers elected at the TMMA's
annual meeting in March.
Consistent with its annual practice, TMMA
prepared and distributed a warrant information
booklet in advance of Town Meeting. In
addition, the Association held three information
meetings focusing on the budget and other major
issues in the warrant, as well as a special
information meeting focusing on the activities
of the Department of Public Works.
TMMA also conducted its customary pre -Town
Meeting bus tour for Town Meeting members,
visiting sites of proposed rezoning articles and
capital improvement projects. It hosted its annual
orientation session for new members and provided
each newcomer with a packet of background
materials about Lexington's governance.
For a second year, TMMA took the town's fiscal
situation and its budgetary decision - making
processes as its primary area of concern. The
Association played a major role in guiding and
monitoring the implementation of the Resolution
passed by the 1993 Town Meeting calling for a
more open, reflective and deliberative process
for preparing the 1995 budget.
Among the most visible fruits of the Resolution
and the implementation activities were the series
of "community conversations" held during the
fall concerning Lexington's core values and
program priorities; the preliminary steps toward
the possible initiation of a strategic planning
process and a special TMMA information
meeting in November to allow an early
discussion of the 1995 budget.
A TMMA working group, chaired by Alan
Levine, also undertook a comprehensive review
of the fiscal materials provided to Town Meeting
members before and during Town Meeting, to
determine what improvements might be
desirable. The working group concluded that
current practices are generally quite successful
in providing timely and useful information, but
recommended additional work in several
specific areas. Follow -up work concerning
reporting on the Enterprise Funds has begun,
and the Board hopes to address other
recommendations in 1994.
Aside from fiscal and budgetary issues, TMMA
was active during 1993 on a wide range of
topics, including review of possible by -law
amendments affecting Town Meeting
procedures, follow -up on Town Meeting's action
concerning proposed widening of Route 2A, and
endorsement of state legislation to deter lawsuits
intended to chill political participation. The
Board also continued to monitor the activities
of various town boards and committees through
the appointment of liaisons.
Chairman
Vice - Chairman
1993 -1994 Executive Board
Peter Enrich (Prec. 4) Clerk
Casimir Groblewski (Prec. 7) Treasurer
Jeanne Krieger (Prec. 3)
(Isabel Mroczkowski) (Prec. 9)
Precinct
Chairman
Clerk
Alternate
One
James Nicoloro
Marsha Byrnes
James Cataldo
Two
Edna Welch
Daniel Lucas
Evelyn Lees
Three
Samuel Berman
Jeanne Krieger
Vicky Schwartz
Four
Carol Hartman
Ruth Thomas
Donald Chisholm
Five
Andrew Friedlich
Marjorie Daggett
John Hayward
Six
Alan Lazarus
David Miller
Magdalena Himmel
Seven
Myron Miller
Audrey Friend
James Wood
Eight
Alan Levine
Steven Hurley
Elizabeth Bryant
Nine
Fred Rosenberg
Louise Kava
Elizabeth Eddison
TMMA Executive Committee: Standing, Don Chisolm , Jim Niccoloro, Betty Eddison, Isabelle Mroczkowski, Andy Friedlich, Carol
Hartman, Peter Enrich, Marsha Byrnes. Seated, Jeanne Krieger, Audrey Friend, Cas Groblewski, Alan Lazarus, AI Levine, Fred Rosenberg
and Sam Berman. Photo: Ray Barnes.
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 15
School Committee
The year that passed since the 1993 Town
Meeting was marked by harmony and
cooperation toward the goal of improving the
quality of education within the financial
constraints of the current financial and political
climate. The School Committee is pleased with
the progress the administration made in
improving management and budgetary controls.
We were particularly pleased that we, with a bit
of luck, were able to spend $35,000 less than
the Town Meeting appropriation. We returned
this money to the general funds.
In July, the School Committee held its annual
review of the prior year and set goals for the
year ahead. The goals were five in number, but
quite ambitious. We recognized that few of them
could be accomplished in one year. They were:
1. to improve the school system's record of
minority recruitment and hiring,
2. to implement the Town Meeting resolution
directing the School Committee and other
major Town Boards and financial advisory
committees to develop a planning process
for this budget,
3. to open Hastings School without detracting
from the existing educational program of
the Lexington Public Schools,
4. to engage and serve the greater community
with educational opportunities,
5. to explore and foster educational restruc-
turing in the schools.
The major effort of the School Committee and
the administration focused on planning for the
continued increase in student enrollment. Our
projections continue to prove accurate, and pupil
enrollments continue to increase at the rate of
over 3 percent a year. The School Committee
again reaffirmed its 1991 decision to reopen
Hastings School as the best means of dealing
with the growing student body. All the
elementary schools are now overcrowded and
will become more so in the next few years.
Opening Hastings is clearly the only effective
strategy which is both educationally and fiscally
sound to deal with this problem. The challenge
is to help the community understand that opening
Hastings at the cost of underfunding and
damaging the education program is no solution.
A critical part of the planning process was
redistricting. The School Committee and the
Superintendent recognized that few decisions
cause parents more concern and generate more
emotion than redistricting. The process that we
chose depended on complete openness and the
use of public comment, suggestions and
criticism. All were in plentiful supply and
extremely helpful. Eschewing a fixed formula,
we sought to balance the need for efficient use
of building space, with a respect for the integrity
of neighborhoods, and a desire to keep families
close to the local schools. The redistricting plan
that we finally selected was necessarily a
compromise. Although the plan did not please
everyone, we think that the public recognized
that their concerns were heard and respected,
and that the information and suggestions that
they gave us were used. We are grateful for the
help, courtesy and good humor that virtually
everyone showed.
The opening of Hastings will give us an
opportunity to increase the number of minority
people on the staff. The administration will
make a determined effort to reach minority
teachers and to hire the best teachers for our
students. We have adopted the goal of increasing
the diversity of our faculty because we believe
it is right to give minorities truly equal
opportunities to teach in a first rate school
system, and also because we know that diversity
is good for our children.
School Commtteee: Front Polly Woodworth, Albert Zabin and Lois Coit. Rear, Joseph Dini, Chair-
man John Oberteuffer, School Superintendent Jeffrey Young. Dini is the only newcomer. Not present
student representatives Cristina Post, Monica Kung and Rupa Mukherjee. Photo: Ray Barnes.
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 16
School Committee School Superintendent
(continued)
We have worked with the Selectmen and other
financial boards to achieve a rational budget
process focusing on long term needs as well as
other immediate needs of the Town. John
Oberteuffer, School Committee Chairman, has
been active in the strategic planning process for
the Town. We worked to help other boards
become aware of the needs of the schools, even
as we sought to understand the other require-
ments of Town Government.
The School Committee sees Lexington as a
community of learners of all ages, and it seeks
to expand learning opportunities for all citizens.
The Adult and Community Education program
will provide new program offerings and seek
new avenues for revenue raising.
One of our major long -range goals is to
restructure the school program to meet the
learning needs of all students. Initial steps have
been taken. A Hastings Advisory Committee
of parents and faculty has outlined a new vision
for elementary education in Lexington,
incorporating the best ideas from educational
theory, research and practice. At Lexington
High School a team of teachers, administrators
and parents has begun planning for the twenty -
first century high school. Following their
participation at a statewide conference, this
group has begun work on restructuring which
will help Lexington retain its status as one of
the premier high schools in Massachusetts.
There is still much to do to improve the schools.
We firmly believe that a truly excellent school
system is always looking for ways to become
better. Most citizens apparently share this belief.
Their support and that of parents, staff and Town
Meeting is what has made the schools as good
as they are. We have come a long way since the
teachers' strike of 1987. Where there was
conflict, anger, and distrust, there is now a well
functioning team. Differences in opinions and
interests, even deeply held, are now treated as
problems to be solved rather than as sources of
conflict. Widespread confidence in the
administration's management has replaced
doubt about its ability to handle both people and
finances. The Town has every reason to be
proud of its schools and the people to whom it
has entrusted the education of its children.
John Oberteuffer, Chairman; Lois Colt,
Joseph Dini; Polly Woodworth; Albert Zabin
The accomplishments of Lexington staff and
students in 1993 once again proved the school
system's reputation for excellence in education.
Many of these achievements are detailed in the
report below. Central to the schools' planning
efforts, however, was the establishment, after a
thorough and intensive process of community
involvement, of Core Values for the Lexington
Public Schools. These values represent a set of
shared beliefs of the school community and will
be used to inform decision - making and long -
range planning in the coming years.
Individuality and Diversity
A diverse population, by definition, comprises
individuals with different backgrounds, needs,
interests, and aspirations. Schools in Lexington
should be structured to afford children and adults
opportunities to explore and express their
individuality and to appreciate the individuality
of others. Hence, learning experiences should
address the gifts, talents, and special needs of
every student, and teachers should practice
diverse methodologies in an effort to challenge
students of all ability levels. Academic
excellence can be achieved only when all
students know that their teachers hold high, yet
realistic (and explicitly stated), expectations for
them; teachers can best communicate these
expectations when they are able to know and
understand the individual learners within the
diverse student population. Valuing individuality
does not mean promoting selfishness, but rather
helping all members of the school community
learn to respect human differences.
Shared Responsibility
In order to flourish in today's society, students
must learn to work together to explore ideas and
solve problems. Schools are the public
institutions best suited to help children
understand the power of community,
collaboration, and communication. It is our
responsibility to engage them in experiences
which nurture these habits and also to model
these behaviors. Consequently, parents,
teachers, and administrators should
communicate openly and honestly so that
children can benefit from the partnerships that
will evolve when the defensiveness that
sometimes hampers relationships can be
confronted and overcome. The spirit of
collegiality, cooperative learning, community
service, citizenship, and common enterprise
should be promoted for children and adults
throughout the school system.
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 – Page 17
Continuous Improvement
Regardless of the current level of attainment,
school programs as well as student and
professional performance should always be
improving. An environment that fosters
experimentation, persistent innovation, risk -
taking, and continuing growth leads to a healthy
school culture which, in turn, produces a positive
place in which to teach and learn. Students and
faculty should be lifelong learners who develop
the habit of inquiry —we should try new
approaches to problem - solving and understand
that some experiments will not work.
Alternative assessments to measure the efficacy
of the educational program are essential to
provide students with the best possible feedback
so that they can continuously improve their
performance in school. Likewise, a strong
system for the supervision and evaluation of
staff, combined with a solid professional
development program, will lead to more
effective teaching and learning. Feedback loops
and constant communication among students,
parents, teachers, and administrators are
necessary to help guide all improvement efforts.
This past year has seen many excellent student
and faculty accomplishments. Among them are:
DRAMA
At the Emerson College High School Drama
Festival, Lexington High School received the
"Outstanding Production" Award.
In the Boston Globe State High School Drama
Festival - State Finals, the High School received
the award for "Outstanding Original Production."
MUSIC
The High School Orchestra under the direction
of Janet Haas and the High School Jazz Combo
under the direction of Jeffrey Leonard were
selected by competitive audition to perform at
the Eastern Division In- Service Conference of
the Music Educators' National Conference in
Springfield, MA in March.
The Jazz Combo also received a Gold Medal at
the International Association of Jazz Educators'
State Festival and was awarded a Silver Medal
at the Massachusetts Jazz Educators' State
Finals. Musicians Brett Sroka and Jason Davis
School Superintendent (continued)
were individual award winners at the Berklee
College Jazz Festival. Senior Tanya Frank was
selected by competitive audition for
membership in the All- Eastern Chorus.
Seventeen High School musicians were selected
by competitive audition for the Massachusetts
All -State Ensembles.
The High School Concert Band was awarded a
Silver Medal at the Massachusetts Instrumental
Conductors' Association State Music Festival.
VISUAL ARTS
All seventeen students who entered the Boston
Globe Scholastic Arts competition received
awards. Hadley Langosy's Photography
Portfolio was also selected for entry in the
National Scholastic Arts Awards competition in
New York.
Bowman students Rachel Tornheim, Katie
Parrish, and Kristen Garfield, along with their
visual arts instructor Brenda Sullivan, were
honored as first place winners in the Grade 4 -6
category in the Nutcracker 100th Anniversary
Banner Competition.
NATIONAL MERIT
SCHOLARSHIP FINALISTS
Seventeen High School students were
recognized as National Merit Scholarship
Finalists: Prabahan Basu, Raymond H. Deck,
Susan F. Gorman, Jason Handwerker, Courtney
D. Harter, Tetsu Inada, Hong Kwon, Matthew
S. Lippert, Matthew E. Liston, Daniel N. Marx,
Mandira Mehra, Dan Michaelson, Adam A.
Seeger, Shana E. Seldin, Matthew C.
Stephenson, Luca R. Struble, Daniel E. Tenpas.
DEBATE
Joshua McCarthy and Daniel Marx won the
Harvard Debate Tournament. Lexington was
one of 160 teams from throughout the United
States participating. Roopom Banerjee and
Joseph Wallerstein tied for the New England
Championship in the Lincoln - Douglas Debate.
Li -Cheng Wang and Matthew Stephenson
placed second at the Harvard Round Robin to
which the nine strongest teams in the nation were
invited. Susan St. Pierre and Amy Lang won
the Princeton University Invitational.
LIBRARY MEDIA
Lexington's school libraries continue to help
students and teachers learn about electronic
research tools, while maintaining their
commitment to books and literature.
Caryn Werlin and Luree Jaquith traveled to
Poland and Russia with an American Library
Association group to study school libraries in
Warsaw, St. Petersburg, and Moscow.
Martha Stanton, Coordinator, Instructional
Materials and Services, and cable TV Specialist,
Wendy Wilson were invited to present papers at
the International Conference of Education and
Technology at MIT in March.
Three High School entries won awards in the
Massachusetts School Library Media
Association and Massachusetts Educational
Television Student Video Contest. Junior Brian
Nordemo won second place in the
Entertainment/Fiction category. Seniors Eric
Lee and Andrew Blumsack won Honorable
Mentions in the Documentary format division.
The High School has placed in the contest every
year for the past four years and this year had the
highest number of winning entries in the High
School Division of the contest.
Cary Library's Director of Children's Services
and the Bowman School Librarian exchanged
jobs for the 1993 -94 school year, providing rich
insights for both institutions into the other's
operations.
FOREIGN LANGUAGE
High School teacher Sandra Macey was
appointed to the Board of Directors of the
American Association of Teachers of French.
Coordinator Mary Alice Samii was appointed
to the Board of Directors of the Massachusetts
Foreign Language Association and the
Massachusetts Certification Review Panel.
Forty five students earned awards for their
national and state placements in the Foreign
Language National Examinations in French,
German, Latin and Spanish.
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 18
SCIENCE
The number of students exhibiting research
projects as part of the High School and Science
and Engineering Fair has increased significantly
over the past few years. In 1990, 1991 and 1992
the Lexington science fair participants competed
successfully at both the regional and state
Science fairs taking the top prizes, including the
honor of representing Massachusetts in the
International Science and Engineering Fair
competition.
High School students excelled in the Region IV
Science Fair Competition. This competition
incorporates 92 school districts and this year
involved over 200 science projects. For the
fourth consecutive year, Lexington students
dominated this event, taking 6 of the 12 top
places including first and second places. For
the fourth consecutive year, a Lexington student
represented Massachusetts in the International
Science and Engineering Fair held in Biloxi,
Mississippi.
Sirshendu Roopom Banerjee, Lexington High
School senior, was the overall winner in the
Regional Science Fair and represented the State
in the International Competition. Jason Harris
took second place and competed with other
regional winners at the Museum of Science for
the second spot in the international science fair
competition. Other Lexington students who
received honorable mention and advanced to the
State Science Fair competition include: Rupa
Mukherjee, Yvonne Ou, Rachel Kleinman,
Michael Sung, Michael Tsung, Daan
DeBrouckere, Chuck Doerr, John Lin, Johanna
Bobrow, and Ngozi Uzogara.
At the Massachusetts State Science Fair held at
Massachusetts Institute of Technology, thirteen
Lexington students received awards. The State's
top two awards went to Rachel Kleinman and
Michael Sung. These two Seniors each received
a $5,000 college scholarship as recipients of the
State Fair's prestigious award, the Alice J.
Kennedy Memorial Scholarship.
U.S. Chemistry Team
During this year's competition among 160
students that advanced to the Northeast Section
of the American Chemical Society's Avery A.
Ashdown Examination, three Lexington
students, Timothy Shiau, Omri Traub, and
Elizabeth Meharry received honorable mention.
School Superintendent (continued)
National Science Bowl
The team fielded by the High School took first
place in the Department of Energy New England
Regional Science Bowl at MIT. This win
qualified the team to compete in the Third
Annual National Science Bowl.
The national competition included forty -four
teams from all over the United States and its
territories. This was the first year the MIT
sponsored a New England team for the National
Science Bowl and it was a leaming experience
for all. Lexington's team included seniors
Michael Sung (Team Captain), Adam Seeger,
and Linda Warren, along with juniors Timothy
Shiau and Victor Karkar.
U. S. Physics Team
This year sophomore, Jonathan Weinstein
qualified for the United States Physics Team.
Each year the American Association of Physics
Teachers sponsors a competition to select
members for the team which will represent the
United States at the Annual International Physics
Olympiad.
High School teachers Mark Rodriguez and
Charles O'Reilly have been working with BBN
scientists to develop software and lessons to
teach science and modern physics. Several
teachers from the elementary, middle and high
schools presented workshops and seminars at
the National Science Teachers Association
Convention held in Boston in March. Margaret
Schwartz and Judy Masselam continue to run
workshops under the auspices of the College
Board to assist teachers from schools in New
England in setting up AP programs in biology
and chemistry. Winston Yelland is currently
participating in a three -year training program
sponsored by the American Meteorological
Society and the National Science Foundation.
As one of 55 teachers from around the country,
Winston is designated as the A.M.S.'s
Atmospheric Education Resource Agent for
Massachusetts. His responsibilities include
promoting science education through the
meteorological sciences. David Olney made a
presentation at MAST Convention, a STARS
Workshop, and a meeting of physics teachers.
Clarke Middle School
Students from each grade level competed
successfully in the 1993 National Science
Olympiad.
Grade 6 ranked 5th overall in Massachusetts,
and 140th in the country. Grade 7 ranked 1st in
Massachusetts, and 40th in the country. Grade
8 ranked 1st in Massachusetts, and 3rd in the
country.
Bruce Mallory and Sumner Richards received
a grant of $12,000 from the General Telephone
and Electronics Growth Initiative for Teachers
Fund to build a solar collector and have students
use the mathematical concepts of geometry,
percentages, estimation, linear equations along
with the scientific understandings of electricity
to investigate the efficiency and feasibility of
solar collectors.
Students competed successfully at the MIT
Junior.Solar Sprint Competition in all categories.
Speed Category: Students took 1st Place overall.
Design Category: Students took 4th Place.
Keegan Uhl and his team took 1 st Place overall
in the competition.
Diamond Middle School
Laura Krich was the overall state award recipient
of the Presidential Award for Excellence in
Science and Mathematics Teaching in
Secondary Science Teaching for 1993.
MATHEMATICS
Again this year the High School mathematics
team excelled in the various competitions. At
the Worcester Polytechnic Institute Mathematics
Competition, the team composed of Jonathan
Weinstein, Peter Jung, Kenny Shei, and Xi Lian
Yan finished in 1st Place.
Massachusetts Association of Mathematics
Leagues Olympiad Competition (MAML)
Level I Finalists were: Jonathan Weinstein,
Kenneth Shei, Sergiu Troie, Matt Liston, Adam
Seeger, Xi Lian Yan, Peter Jung, Selim Berker,
Ping -Cheng Wu and Tun Shiau. Certificates of
Merit went to: Hao Xie, Christopher Unkel,
Arivand Mani, Matt Lippert, Christopher Amar,
Trevor Uhl, Matt Nichols, Yvonne Ou, Tetsu
Inada, Prabahan Basu, Jean Park, Peter Ouyang,
Roopom Banerjee, and Joyce Lee. Outstanding
Achievement, 2nd Place in Level 1 went to
Jonathan Weinstein.
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 19
American High School Mathematics
Examination (AHSME)
Honor Roll Winners and American Invitational
Mathematics Examination (AIME) Qualifers
included: Jonathan Weinstein, Kenneth Shei,
Christopher Unkel, Rahul Biswas, Peter Jung,
Timothy Shiau, Selim Berker, Susan Park and
Peter Ouyang. Math Magazine Award went to
Jonathan Weinstein. Certificates of
Achievement for High- Scorers, Grade 10 or
below were given to: Johnathan Weinstein,
Kenneth Shei, Rahul Biswas, Alan Wu, Peter
Jung, Christopher Unkel, Peter Ouyang, and
Jean Park.
At the USA. Mathematical Olympiad, Jonathan
Weinstein finished 7th in the nation.
Continental Calculus League
Students who competed were: Kenny Shei, Matt
Lippert, Jason Handwerker, Sergiu Troie,
Matthew Stephenson, Roopoom Banerjee, Xi
Lian Yan Aravind Mani, Peter Jung, Tetsu Inada,
Selim Berker, Linda Warren, Adam Seeger,
Michael Sung, and Chris Amar.
Mandelbrot Competition
The Lexington Team took 7th place in the nation
and the 8th place individual award went to
Jonathan Weinstein. The team participants
included: Timothy Shiau, Peter Ouyang, Susan
Park Xi Lian Yan, Selim Berker, Peter Jung, Alan
Wu, Jean Park, and Kenny Shei.
In the New England Mathematics League,
Lexington took 1 st Place in the Region and 2nd
in New England. The competition's high scorers
were Jonathan Weinstein and Peter Jung.
In the Greater Boston Mathematics League
(GBML), Lexington was the 1993 North
Division Champion, 2nd in League and Playoff
Champion. High scorer included: Peter Jung,
Kenny Shei, Xi Lian Yan, Jonathan Weinstein
and Tun Shiau.
Lexington finished as 1993 League Runnerup in
the Massachusetts Mathematics League (MML).
Participants included: Tun Shiau, Jonathan
Weinstein, Xi Lian Yan, Selim Berker.
School Superintendent (continued)
Massachusetts All -Star Team (ARML)
High School students Selim Berker, Jean Park,
Timothy Shiau, Peter Jung, Kenneth Shei, and
Jonathan Weinstein were named members of the
Massachusetts all star team (ARML).
For the third year Mr. Rahman was chosen to be
a test corrector for the Advanced Placement
exams. Mr. Rahman also was the recipient of
the of the E. M. Slick Award, one of 20
nationwide. This prestigious award is presented
by the Mathematical Association of America. In
part this award is due to the outstanding work
done by Mr. Rahman in developing an excellent
mathematics team.
Clarke Middle School
MATHCOUNTS: Clarke students placed 4th in
the state.
Intermediate Mathematics League of Eastern
Massachusetts: The Clarke team placed 3rd
among 34 teams in the league.
Continental Mathematics League: Clarke students
placed in the top 5 percent at each grade level
among two hundred school participants.
Mathematics League of New England: Eighth
grade students placed 1st; Seventh grade
students placed 2nd; and Sixth grade students
placed 13th.
Diamond Middle School
Diamond students placed well in all the
mathematics competitions.
The Math Team took 1st Place in top cluster as
a team.
Five eighth grade students placed in the top 20
and seventh grader, Ram Gowda, placed 3rd
among all seventh graders
MATHCOUNTS: Diamond took 2nd place in
Massachusetts. Three of the students competing
were among the top 10 students. Felicia Kuo
was the top female student in Massachusetts.
MATHCOUNTS National Finals: Peter Litwack
was one of four students in Massachusetts who
won an all- expense paid trip to Washington, D.C.
to participate in the Mathcounts National Finals.
New England Math League: Diamond Grade 7
placed 3rd overall in New England among 301
schools.Diamond Grade 8 placed 7th overall
among 305 schools.
Two seventh graders, Eun Young Choi (3rd) and
Ram Gowda (9th) were in top 10 among
thousands of students:
Eighth grader Peter Litwack placed 3rd among
thousands of other eighth graders.
National Math League: Among over 1000
schools, Diamond placed 8th in pre - algebra, 20th
in algebra, and 18th in grade 6 mathematics.
Tim Attanucci ranked 1st in the United States in
pre - algebra; Dan Myung ranked 3rd in pre- algebra;
and Ram Gowda ranked 10th in algebra I.
SOCIAL STUDIES
An exciting partnership was formed between the
Council on Aging and the Social Studies
Department that culminated in the production
of a videotape entitled, Lexington Remembers:
World War II. Over 45 elementary, middle and
high school students participated in an oral
history project. Intimately involved in the
project were Cable TV Specialist Wendy Wilson,
Lexington High School Social Studies
Department Chair Mary Gillespie, Fine Arts
Coordinator Walter Pavasaris, and Linda Vine
and Diana Grammont from the Council on
Aging. Students spent many weeks training as
interviewers and subsequently interviewed
residents who lived in town or served during
World War 11. The aforementioned videotape
was unveiled at the Lexington Historical
Society's annual meeting. It has since been
shown on cable.
At each elementary school, Clarke Middle
School, and the High School, students and staff
are involved in a global telecommunications
project sponsored by the Copen Family
Foundation and the ELNA Project. Students in
grades 4 -12 have the opportunity to plan,
propose and complete a project designed to
foster global interdependence. Alliances have
been formed with schools in Alaska, Amsterdam,
Barcelona, California, Moscow, New Mexico,
and New York with additional partnerships being
forged weekly. The Barcelona connection
represents an integrated effort between the Social
Studies and Foreign Language Departments.
This effort is partially funded by a grant from
the Lexington Education Foundation.
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 20
Both staff and students earned awards and
nominations recognizing significant
contributions and achievements. High School
sophomore Yukiko Sekino placed first in the
regional and state National History Day
competition. She represented Massachusetts at
the national competition at the University of
Maryland. Suram Krishnamurthy, John Ramsey,
and Maayan Keshet also represented the High
School in the regional competition with Maayan
advancing to the state level. Carey Schwaber, a
student at Clarke Middle School, won the state
DAR Essay Contest.
Katherine Westfall placed second in
Massachusetts in the United States Institute for
Peace Essay Contest. Adam Rzepka represented
the High School and Lexington Lions Club in
the Massachusetts Regional Lions Speech
Contest. Sarah England represented the
Northeast Region in the State Citizen Bee
Contest held in Boston. Ivan Chan and Shen
Kiat Lim served as student directors of the High
School Social Studies Oral History Program
(separate from the COA project). Shen Kiat Lim,
Tun Chang, Lora Schwartz, and Doug Shen
represented the High School at the Academic
Bowl Competition.
Diamond Middle School teacher Richard Kollen
served as a delegate to the National Council for
the Social Studies annual House of Delegates
meeting in Washington, D.C. John Papadonis,
Social Studies Coordinator, is President -Elect of
the Massachusetts Council for Social Studies and
serves as a member of the Steering Committee
for the National Council on the Social Studies.
High School teacher Mary Keenen received an
award from the National Gallery of Art for her
proposal on how to use their new video disk in
American History.
Bowman Elementary School celebrated its 25th
anniversary with special events all year long.
Bowman teachers Mary Marden and Elizabeth
Nasson were selected to participate in Project
Best at Lesley College which recognizes
excellent teachers particularly in Math and
Science. Steven Levy was voted 1992
Massachusetts Teacher of the Year and Judith
Darata was nominated by her colleagues and
selected by a systemwide committee as
Lexington's Outstanding Teacher of 1993.
School Superintendent (continued)
Bridge Elementary School teachers Jo -Anne
Granger and Susan Gordon received a grant
from the National Geographic Society to
produce the Bridge Geography Fair.
Estabrook Elementary School teacher Nancy
Gordon was elected treasurer of the
Massachusetts Association for Supervision and
Curriculum Development.
In the spring of 1993, Estabrook's School
Council, through the efforts of its Cultural
Diversity Design Team, was awarded a $5,700
grant by the Lexington Education Foundation
to train staff, parents, and students in creative
conflict resolution strategies. The grant has been
used to employ staff from the Boston area
Educators for Social Responsibility. The
training has focused on understanding the nature
of conflict and ways to resolve it. Thirty -four
Estabrook staff as well as teachers from other
Lexington schools participated in the training.
Parent workshops are scheduled for the 1993-
94 school year.
Fiske School Guidance Counselor Freyda Siegel
was named "Special Elementary School
Counselor of the Year" by the Massachusetts
School Counselors Association.
Fiske second grader Maxwell Rasbold- Gabbard
received the Federation for Children with
Special Needs First Annual Friendship Award.
Lexington High School Guidance Counselor
Richard Conant published a children's book
entitled "The Race to Save Christmas."
Lexington High School teacher George Mechem
was nominated by his colleagues and selected
by a systemwide committee as "Teacher of the
Year" for 1992 -93.
CLARKE MIDDLE SCHOOL
Jonas Clarke Middle School was designated by
the United States Department of Education as a
1992 -1993 Blue Ribbon School of Excellence.
6th graders Abbe Barg, Molly Powers, and Kate
Zollars were winners in the 1993 poetry contest
sponsored by The American Academy of Poetry.
Sixteen eighth graders were New England and na-
tional winners in the 1993 American Association
of Teachers of French Contest. Eric Rosenbaum
placed third in New England and U.S.A.
SPECIAL EDUCATION
In addition to funds budgeted for special
education from the school budget each year, the
school system also receives funds that flow from
the federal government to the state and then to
the towns to support special education programs.
These funds are received each year based upon
our special needs count in December.
In 1993 -1994 Lexington will receive $329,550
in 94 -142 federal funds and $30,975 in federal
law 89 -313 funds.
A portion of the 94 -142 funds have gone to a
project that will help us with the integration and
inclusion of special needs students at all levels.
The grant is called: Restructuring Schools for
the Integration of all Students $178,861
The School System has made a commitment to
fully integrate all youngsters with moderate to
severe special needs. This grant will foster a
swifter move toward the goal of full inclusion.
The services provided by the grant will range
from providing supplies for curriculum
modification, to instructional support in an
integrated preschool, to weekly consultation
with staff, to training staff to develop a training
model for paraprofessionals working with
children with special needs. Children in all
schools will be affected directly or indirectly.
Other grants:
Transition Program $98,760
The Transition Program will identify special
needs students who require extra help to make
the "transition" from high school to employment
or appropriate post - secondary education and
training. They will receive vocational
assessment and instruction in career exploration,
career planning, job seeking and job retention.
Students who are "work ready" will work at
suitable job sites for work experience and/or
skill training and will receive supervision and
counseling. Program career /vocational
resources will be used to serve educational
special needs students when possible.
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 21
Project Enhance $31,366
The population served by this program is
classified primarily as learning disabled. The
primary objective of this classroom is to provide
both academic and social support to the students
as they integrate into the mainstream setting at
the school.
A $20,563 contribution to the retirement system
under Chapter 661 is included in the total of
$329,550 of appropriated funds.
Public Law 94 -142:
1992 -1993 funding was $269,150.
Public Law 89 -313
Project Mainstream (Fund 9286) $30,975
Project Mainstream serves those students who
have been placed in early intervention programs,
in private day or residential setting and are now
placed in apublic setting (Lexington orcollabora-
tive). Its primary goal is twofold: 1) to provide
for a smooth transition from early intervention
or private collaborative or public setting; 2) to
provide the most appropriate public setting that
allows for and maximizes integration and main-
streaming into the regular education program.
The services under the grant are both indirect
and direct, ranging from consultation to parents,
principals, regular and special class teachers, to
assessment to diagnostic prescriptive teaching,
curriculum design and modification, to
development and writing of educational plans,
to sensitivity awareness training and behavioral
management of individual students, to tutorial
support in regular education classrooms, to
social skill groups for children in transition.
A $1,111 contribution to the retirement system
under Chapter 661 is included in the total of
$30,975 of appropriated funds)
Public Law 89 -313:
1991 -1992 funding was $44,225.
School Superintendent (continued)
Public Law 94 -262
Early Childhood Special Education Allocation
Grant Program, Integration of Young Children
with Special Needs (Fund 9287) $40,000
Lexington Public Schools plan to continue its
efforts at providing high quality, developmentally
appropriate, integrated private and public
preschool programs for the vast majority of its
three and four year olds. Allocation funds will
support the staff in the public integrated
preschool serving three year olds transitioning
from Early Intervention, services of the Early
Childhood Coordinator, preschool staff
consultants to enhance collaboration between the
public early childhood team and private
preschool staff, training for private preschool
director and staff, and support groups for parents.
Early Childhood:
1991 -1992 funding was $30,550.
Other Special Education Grants
Commonwealth Inservice Grants
1. Lexington PAC Parent Training Series
(Special Needs Parent Advisory Council)
$2,210
2. Skillful Inclusion for Lexington Three &
Four Year Olds (Early Childhood Staff)
$1,550
3. Home School Partnership in Special
Education: $4,800
94 -142 Discretionary Funds
Strengthening Pre - referral and Integration
$7,000
ATHLETICS
The High School continued its successful ways
in athletics during the 1992 -1993 school year.
Three teams captured league championships:
boys' cross country in the fall, girls' indoor track
and boys' basketball in the winter.
Nine varsity teams qualified for post season play
in the state tournament while ten other teams
qualified individual student athletes for sectional
state level competition. These include the
following teams: boys' and girls' cross country,
boys' and girls' basketball, boys' and girls'
indoor track, boys' and girls' swimming,
wrestling, baseball, golf, boys' and girls'
lacrosse, boys' and girls' outdoor track, field
hockey, softball and boys' and girls' tennis.
Several student athletes received individual
recognition for outstanding performances:
Becky Dennison was a Boston Globe and Herald
All- Scholastic in cross country and indoor track.
The girls' indoor track two -mile relay team of
Cara Attanucci, Chloe Hill, Jessica Williams and
Becky Dennison set a new state record. Johann
Jack was a Boston Globe and Herald All -
Scholastic in indoor and outdoor track. Rashad
Wilson was a Boston Globe and Herald All -
Scholastic in football and basketball. John Wells
was a Boston Globe and Herald All - Scholastic
in baseball. Corey Hendrickson was a Boston
Globe and Herald All - Scholastic in lacrosse.
METCO
This year 288 Boston resident students attended
Lexington schools, the same number as the
previous year. METCO is funded by the
Massachusetts Department of Education which
reimburses Lexington for staff salaries,
transportation, special education, and
multicultural programs.
Enrollments
Student enrollments continue to rise and are
projected to follow the same pattern for the
foreseeable future. As of October 1, 1993 the
student population in grades K -12 totaled 4929.
Projections indicate that by September, 1997 the
Lexington schools will enroll 5607 students, an
increase of 678 students, or 13.8% systemwide.
Actual Projected
92193 93194
Bowman
533
580
Bridge
528
555
Estabrook
562
597
Fiske
373
405
Harrington
422
440
Total Elementary
2418
2577
Clarke Middle
620
648
Diamond Middle
495
521
Total Middle
1115
1169
Lexington High
13%
1413
Grand Total
4929
5159
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 – Page 22
As enrollments continue to rise, the number of
available classrooms remains constant. In 1993/
94 the school system operated at full capacity,
without a single elementary school classroom
to spare. In order to accommodate increasing
enrollment, the School Committee voted to re-
open the Maria Hastings School in September,
1994 as a sixth neighborhood elementary school.
An advisory committee of staff and community
members developed a set of educational
guidelines for Hastings as well as for elementary
education in general throughout Lexington. A
redistricting plan will assign students to new
buildings for 1994/95, and the School
Committee will begin planning for the next
space crunch —this time at the middle schools.
FY95
The process of developing the school budget
begins in earnest shortly after the beginning of
the school year. Following consultations with
the School Committee and the Town Manager,
the Superintendent asks teachers, principals, and
coordinators to start listing, in priority order,
their needs and requests for the following year.
While the School Committee develops its values
and priorities for the coming year, the
administration prepares a proposed budget. This
document is presented to the School Committee
in mid - December and is analyzed and modified
through the winter leading up to Town Meeting.
There is much time set aside for public input
into the school budget through a series of open
School Committee meetings.
For the FY95 budget, the fiscal constraints
facing the town are exacerbated by the rising
enrollments and the need to open Hastings
School as described above. A variety of program
changes will be considered as the administration
and School Committee strive to create a
spending plan that is both fiscally and
educationally responsible.
Dr. Jeffrey M. Young
Superintendent of Schools
School Expenditures by Line Item
Personnel Services
1989 -1990
1990 -1991
1991 -1992
1992 -1993
Administrative Offices
381,316
363,271
343,174
336,176
Principals and Assistants
870,333
869,786
911,452
957,187
Supervisors /Coordinators/Department Heads
785,871
858,787
723,214
571,270
Classroom Teachers
11,897,753
12,645,506
13,430,885
14,314,334
Degree Changes
7,000
7,000
28,872
28,750
Severance Pay
38,628
65,000
84,000
58,420
Special Needs Staff
1,646,433
1,758,915
1,859,951
1,953,213
Tutors
129,915
209,683
657,482
594,847
Stipends (Extra Duty)
138,849
111,707
97,138
69,919
Nurses
179,207
178,932
146,352
153,136
Instructional Materials Specialists
384,050
380,019
394,015
400,046
Guidance Counselors
705,783
603,340
672,676
690,526
Psychologists
115,621
95,948
98,982
100,362
Doctors
0
15,685
16,430
27,668
Aides
447,688
498,478
362,802
431,987
Special Needs Assistants
213,421
198,099
209,(}95
185,918
Secretarial and Clerical
909,992
982,063
1,005,875
1,007,985
Computer Center Technical
35,903
39,392
41,621
43,978
Computer Center Student Programmers
12,500
10,100
11,209
6,646
Custodians and Maintenance
1,311,193
1,473,699
1,536,249
1,583,063
Switchboard
18,818
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Crossing Guards
60,000
63,000
64,585
67,059
Workers' Compensation
53,092
24,192
FICA
182,679
211,647
Sub -Total
20,290,274
21,428,410
22,932,430
23,818,329
Expenses
Fuel
239,800
257,580
292,629
308,147
Vehicle Parts, Gas, Oil
5,000
6,000
4,441
3,352
Towels
800
800
0
0
Office Supplies
88,661
110,698
120,355
80,449
Teaching Supplies
370,266
376,186
335,714
334,355
Other Supplies
119,023
147,864
121,129
148,068
Textbooks
219,665
240,986
162,764
191,170
Library Books and Cataloging
44,353
45,300
45,275
29,131
Periodicals and Newspapers
10,834
18,860
14,532
10,210
Recruiting Materials
4,700
4,700
3,926
5,194
Program of Studies
2,500
2,650
0
0
Report Cards/Progress Reports
1,950
2,466
0
237
Handbooks
5,158
7,773
4,078
2,600
Professional Books and Subscriptions
6,200
10,392
6,224
5,264
Student Publications
9,250
9,350
4,970
2,085
Film Rental
6,150
7,578
1,997
2,309
Media Purchase
22,663
43,921
17,602
10,522
Computer Software
46,098
48,144
32,925
23,793
Repair of Plant (Supplies)
62,531
72,830
79,674
79,138
Repair of Grounds (Supplies)
1,000
7,200
1,287
1,710
Sub -Total
1,266,602
1,421,278
1,249,522
1,237,734
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 - Page 23
School Expenditures by Line Item (continued)
Equipment Purchase and Rental
1989 -1990
1990 -1991
1991 -1992
1992 -1993
New Equipment
229,473
307,654
234,862
59,387
Replacement of Equipment
81,471
115,562
69,247
15,771
Sub -Total
310,944
423,216
304,109
75,158
Contracted Services
Consultant Services
279,893
321,455
323,639
314,101
Special Testing
8,800
8,300
20,023
30,853
Built -in Items (Repair of Buildings)
112,598
157,988
125,832
90,124
Electrical (Repairs)
30,000
38,450
25,358
28,734
Plumbing (Repairs)
20,000
20,500
21,364
18,451
Heating (Repairs)
11,000
29,000
34,583
45,136
Painting
30,000
27,150
23,354
27,583
Roofing (Repairs)
5,000
10,000
6,000
7,859
Glass (Repairs)
10,000
6,350
9,035
6,000
Other Property Services (Repairs)
24,000
28,070
17,622
21,984
Mop Rental
4,750
5,365
0
6,308
Electricity
472,900
500,965
481,547
522,551
Water
20,500
58,850
57,911
93,596
Gas (Bottled and Natural)
5,600
5,500
9,800
13,119
Telephone
115,247
124,130
112,672
103,757
Insect Control
2,900
5,250
4,315
3,885
Elevator Service and Repair
5,200
5,600
3,337
5,369
Pupil Transportation
Regular
456,000
386,600
401,565
478,986
Special Needs, in Town
130,500
105,000
96,942
72,093
Special Needs, outside
156,124
120,000
109,584
89,488
Field Trips
11,146
19,644
5,582
3,070
Other Transportation
125,093
141,156
98,855
72,933
Travel and Meetings Intrastate
63,795
73,010
16,255
11,498
Travel Out of State
72,500
76,012
22,056
1,077
Travel Within Lexington
7,500
7,168
5,637
7,551
Printing
21,165
19,887
3,362
7,540
Newsletter
23,611
11,879
8,127
7,068
NEASC Evaluation
250
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- - --
- - --
Equipment Service and Maintenance
218,748
245,032
259,170
200,620
Tuition Special Needs
1,143,841
1,067,926
884,594
794,504
Membership
31,026
38,524
36,277
39,552
Other General
80,602
76,644
72,471
150,006
Equipment Rental
207,909
23,490
Sub -Total
3,700,289
3,741,405
3,504,778
3,298,886
Grand Total
25,568,109
27,014,309
27,990,839
28,430,107
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 - Page 24
Summary of Outside Funding
These funds enable the school system to provide services beyond the scope of the regular budget.
Applications are filed for 1993 -94 funds as soon as guidelines and due dates are known. The total below does
not include PTA and other support group fundraising estimated annually at $250,000.
Grants Area Lexington Use Amount
Federal
PL 89 -313
Special Education
PL 94 -142
Special Education
PL 94 -142
Early Childhood
PL 97 -35
Chapter 1
PL 97 -35
Chapter 2 Block Grant
PL 100 -297
D.D.Eisenhower/Title II
State
Chapter 636 METCO
Comprehensive Health Education
and Human Services
Drug Free Schools and Community Act
Federal /State
Commonwealth Inservice Institute
Special Needs
Special Needs
Special Needs
Special Needs
Special Needs
Mainstream
30,975
Lexington Special Services
329,550
Mainstream for Preschool
40,000
Reading
63,931
Instruction/Technology
15,184
Math /Science
10,496
882,767
Smoking Cessation 142,059
Life Skills 20,480
Working Toward Inclusion
7,000
Psychological Consultation
2,210
Skillful Inclusion
1,550
Home School Partnership
4,800
Clay Observation
1,175
Total Outside Funding 1,552,177
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 25
Minuteman Tech
Minuteman Tech earned two significant awards
last year, one from the United States Department
of Education, the other from the state's
Biotechnology Research Institute and the
Biotechnology Council.
The national award named the school's
Electromechanical Manufacturing Technology
and Biomanufacturing Technician Training
programs as the most Outstanding Vocational
Educational programs in the Northeast.
The state awards went to the Biomanufacturing
Technology Program, named the number one
training program in the area. The program has a
100% placement record. The program's first
graduates are currently studying biotechnology
at the University of Mass achusetts/Lowell.
Last year, 23 staff members were trained in a
new Total Quality Management (TQM)
curriculum for students. By June of 1995, every
Minuteman Tech graduate will have completed
this new curriculum. Minuteman is one of the
first schools in the country to offer the course.
Results of the statewide curriculum testing
program issued late in 1992 showed Minuteman
students scoring above students from all other
vocational schools in the state in four fields;
reading, math, science and social studies.
In June, Minuteman earned a Master
certification from the National Institute for
automotive Service Excellence. The school's
Auto Body Repair program trained 110 paint
technicians for the DuPont Company which
donated $26,000 in equipment, software and
materials.
Students also won awards at the New England
Flower Show and Newbury College's Culinary
Exposition, to name a few.
In cooperation with the Lexington Rotary Club
and LexHAB, Minuteman construction students
completed their third home in Lexington for low
income families.
Lexington's representative on the Minuteman
School Committee is Nyles N. Barnert, chairperson.
Lexington Graduates
Class of 1993
Eric Asetta
Auto Mechanics
Michael Baker
Machine shop; Malik
Ferguson
Cosmetology
Jenna Yerardi
Cosmetology
Steven Frissore
Electrical Wiring;
Robert Horton
Drafting;
Jason MacGugan
Culinary Arts
Jennifer Rizzo
Culinary Arts
Saphaedra Miller
Welding
Derek Palmer
Graphic Communications
Brian Sargent
Electromechanical Technology
Melanie Shanks
Auto Body
Lexington Enrollment
1991 1992 1993
All grades
45 47 45
Minuteman's budget for the year was $9,801,866,
an increase over last year of $306,331.
Lexington's assessment was $550,803.
Minuteman Tech: Graphic Communications senior Eric Arsenault of Lexington, right, demonstrating the fine points of offset
press operation to sophomore Daniel Fertitta of Lexington, left. Photo: Minuteman Tech.
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 26
Cary Memorial Library
One hundred twenty five years ago, Cary Memorial Library was
established as the town's free public library. An 1868 Town Meeting vote
accepted Maria Hasting Cary's founding gift and guaranteed town tax
support. This town action continued a revolutionary tradition of library
access, since the 1827 Town Meeting had voted to set up the new Republic's
first tax - supported library, this one called a "Juvenile Library." In its 125th
year, Cary Library recorded 477,729 patron visits, a record high. Total
home circulation was 595,589 items.
The print collection now includes 210,722 volumes, including 58,546
children's titles. The non -print collection has 14,062 items: 10,436 audio
and 3,449 video.
Services
Last year, the library continued its outreach program to make new readers
lifelong users and to make library services easier to access.
Cary's vacation period children's programs, coordinated with the
Recreation Department, included 548 events: story hours, films and crafts.
The library also coordinates services with the schools. In this respect, plans
are being made to have Children's Supervisor, Donna Polhamus, exchange
positions next year with Bowman School Librarian, Catherine Cote.
The federally funded literary program based in the Branch Library and
coordinated with the Eastern Massachusetts Literacy Council saw 277
volunteer tutors help 339 people in learning to read and write English.
Dial -in access to holdings and status of items in the Metro- Boston Library
Network, of which Cary is a member, is now available through personal
computer and modem. The number is 859 -7506. Instructions are available
at the library.
Other noteworthy events included an AIDS information program,
coordinated with the Health Department, for which the library prepared a
display and reading list, renovating the Branch Library, installing five
new copy machines for the public and a 25th anniversary exhibit in the
Piper Gallery honoring artists who have contributed so much to the pleasure
of visiting the library over the years.
Gifts and Grants
The library continues to thrive on the dual support of town appropriations
and the remarkable degree of generosity extended by citizens and
organizations.
Four new permanent memorial funds were established:
• The Margaret F. Kinley Fund for books on English
Literature and New England history and literature $ 1,565
• The Edward C. Stone Fund for library material $ 1,500
• The John C. Eddison Fund for library material $ 1,500
• The Wilson/Fuery Family Fund in memory of
Florence Schofield for children's books for the Branch $ 2,810
than ever for the development of the Library's collections, since most
books and periodicals are purchased with Trustee funds.
Gifts were received from a wide variety of individuals and organizations:
The Lions Club donated $1,150 for its sight - saving program — the large
type books collection, tapes and videos.
The Friends of the Library raised $13,147, plus dues of $3,350 for new
materials, a museum membership program and the acquisition of wo new
CD -ROM data bases; Moody's for business and Granger's for poetry.
The Preschool PTA donated $950 to the Children's Library for materials.
Numerous smaller donations were made to enhance the collections.
Special book collections were presented by the Japanese Association of
Greater Boston and the Foundation for Iranian Studies.
Among the noteworthy gifts was the original artwork for sketches of the
main and branch libraries by Lexington artist Ruth Wathen -Dunn. Note
cards with reproductions of this art are available for purchase.
The following grants were awarded:
Mass. Port Authority, for additional student help: $ 2,160
U.S. Dept. of Education for Literacy Program: 34,939
Mass. Board of Library Commissioners for
reimbursement of building renovations: 10,000
State Aid grants for collection development: 21,228
Volunteers
The Library also enjoyed strong support from many volunteers.
Friends of the Library prepare Cary's Newsletter and are active in the
book sale, the Lexington Author Series and Children's programs.
A number of high school students do their community service at the library.
The Field and Garden Club redesigned and replanted the front entry and
helped with other plantings and decorations.
The Trustees also acknowledge the work of the Executive Advisory and
Finance committees.
Special note must be made of the death of three strong Cary supporters
this year:
• Elizabeth H. Clarke served on the board and the executive and advisory
committees for many years. She was trustee president during planning
for the 1975 expansion and renovation.
• John C. Eddison was a board member and was serving on the
Finance Committee where his sage advice was much appreciated.
The New Century Fund for additions to the permanent endowment now Jacquelyn R. Smith was serving on the Executive Committee and
stands at $115,292. The total endowment of $1,028,294 is more critical will be remembered as an active patron and Friend of the Library.
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 27
Cary Memorial Library (continued) Library Trustee Funds, Statement
Planning
The library is planning a renewed emphasis on endowment fund raising.
Proceeds are to be used for developing both collections and staff, and
acquiring new technology.
In light of scarce resources and increasing use, the success of this effort
will determine whether or not Cary is able to maintain the quality of services
residents have demanded and enjoy.
The library has completed a long range plan which will be updated in
conjunction with two recently approved town wide programs: The Strategic
Planning Process and The Facilities Study of School and Town Buildings.
Cary's five year plan already notes the need for new carpeting and new
furnishing, particularly in the main Children's Library.
Emphasis in these programs will be on space planning and public service.
Executive Committee, elected by Board of Trustees:
Rev. Peter H. Meek, chairman
William J. Dailey, Jr., Vice Chairman
Rev. Brian S. Dixon
John A. Oberteuffer
Dan H. Fenn, Jr. (replaced Jacquelyn R. Smith, 6/15/93)
Advisory Committee, appointed by Executive Committee
Theodore Mairson, Chairman
Edwin B. Cox
Stephen A. Krensky
Audrey J. Friend
John P. Packard
Ione D. Garing
Ann Wallace
Timothy P. Hart
Nancy R. Winsten
Director, appointed by Trustees
Robert C. Hilton
Students from Clarke Middle School on their indoctrination tour of
Cary Memorial Library. Photo:Joyce Feamside.
Balance on hand 6/30/92
Lexington Savings
$
55,032
Receipts
Book Rentals
2,255
Books Sold
13,147
Copy Service
6,283
Fines /fees
101,046
Friends of Library
3,350
Investment Income
49,722
Sub Total, Receipts
$
175,802
Transfers In
Federal Govt., for Literacy
$
32,750
LSCA/NELINET
1,946
Lions Club
1,150
Preschool PTA
950
MMD Trust
53,937
Frick Fund
3,647
Kinley Fund
1,000
Stone Fund
1,000
Wilson/Fuery- Schofield Fund
2,500
Eddison Fund
1,000
Sub Total, Transfers In
$
99,879
Total Receipts, Transfers In
and July 1 balance
$
330,713
Expenses
Children's Program
$
2,099
Custodial Mileage
2,440
Exhibits
1,634
Friends of the Library
5,863
Library Materials
112,773
Miscellaneous
2,607
NELINET/MBLN
64,637
Professional Improvement
2,494
Shelving
534
Sub Total Expenses
$
195,081
Transfers Out
Lexington, for Literacy Grant
$
32,750
To Bear Steams
9,601
Sub Total Transfers Out
42,351
Total Expenses and
Transfers Out
$
237,431
Balance on Hand 6/30/93
Lexington Savings
$
93,282
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 - Page 28
Library Trustee Funds, Portfolio
Equities
Shares
Name
Value
625
AFLAC, Inc.
$ 17,734
300
ATT
18,900
200
Bristol Myers Squibb
11,575
600
Coca Cola
25,800
300
Exxon
19,838
400
First Union
19,400
200
General Electric
19,125
600
Goodyear Tire
25,350
1,000
Health Care Prop
29,250
300
ITT Corp.
19,425
400
Johnson & Johnson
17,900
200
MBIA
10,825
200
JP Morgan
11,225
400
Proctor & Gamble
18,400
200
Royal Dutch Petro
17,525
300
Schlumberger
18,863
800
State Street Boston
28,700
200
Tambrands
9,300
300
Telephonos de Mexico
14,025
500
Thermo Electron
29,688
Sub Total, Equities $ 449,386
Bonds /Notes
Face Value
Name
Value
4,000
Northern Pacific
400
Book Purchase
1/l/9794%
$ 3,870
100,000
Federal Natl. Mtge Assn
300
Goodwin Musical
5/11/98 @8.15 percent
112,438
100,000
Pepsico Inc. Notes
300
War Parents Book Memorial
10/1/98 07.75 percent
108,972
100,000
Warner Lambert
1,000
Caira Robins
9/1/98 @8 percent
109,904
100,000
Federal Natl. Mtrge Assn
1,000
Sarah Elizabeth Raymond
11/10/99 08.35 percent
114,688
100,000
U.S. Treasury Note
1,000
Sue Medeiros
2/15/96 08.75 percent
111,250
3,000 U.S. Treasury Note
11/15/98 @ 9 percent 3,838
Bear Steams Cash Acct. 13,948
Sub Total, Bonds/Notes $ 578,908
Total Portfolio $ 1,028,294
Library Benefactors
The investment portfolio on this page had its genesis in 1868 when Maria
Hastings Cary gave $400 to the town to establish a public library, provided
the town supported it with annual appropriations. Since that time the
citizens and organizations listed below have established their funds in the
amounts shown.
Prudently invested, those original gifts are now worth $918,600. The
income is used chiefly for books and other materials.
Citizens may support the library in one of three ways; by making a
contribution to any of these named funds, by establishing their own fund
with a minimum gift of $1,500 or by contributing to the library's New
Century Fund in any amount.
Leroy & Geneva Brown
$ 4,000
Beals
1,100
Maria Hastings Cary
400
Book Purchase
1,000
Alice Butler Cary
2,958
Jane Phinney
300
Goodwin Musical
1,100
Laura M. Brigham
3,100
George W. Sarano
300
War Parents Book Memorial
1,800
Nelson W. Jenny
2,000
Pauline Burbank Peirce
1,000
Caira Robins
300
Wellington Library
1,100
Emma Ostrom Nichols
1,000
Sarah Elizabeth Raymond
2,528
Abbie C. Smith
1,000
Lewis L. Hoyt
1,000
Sue Medeiros
949
Pearl Toback Feld
666
Ann E. Ferry
3,370
The Rev. Harold T. Handley
1,938
Beryl M. Safford
1,484
James Stuart Smith
11,072
Warren Sherburne
4,020
Edith J. Childs
300,810
New Century Fund, general*
85,704
New Century Fund, in honor of:
Manfred Friedman
3,175
John N. Pierce
2,113
William F. Buckley
5,125
Robert Wendell Hannam
2,700
Evelyn & Samuel Borshay
3,000
Margaret F. Kinley
1,565
Edward C. Stone
1,500
Frederick C. Frick
3,600
John C. Eddison
1,500
Wilson/Furey/F. Schofield
2,810
Stanley Hill Amer. Legion Post
2,500
Total $ 465,587
*New Century Fund Total $115,292
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 - Page 29
DPW (Department of Public Works) / Engineering
Even before 1993 began, Department of Public
Works /Engineering managers presented a
budget report to the Board of Selectmen that
raised warning signs regarding the condition of
the Town's streets and equipment. Budget cuts
in recent years in both the street resurfacing and
equipment replacement programs had put these
important Public Works programs way behind
schedule.
The severe winter of 1993 made them prophets
as potholes appeared earlier and more numerous
than in previous years, and the frequent and
heavy snow storms began to take their toll on
the equipment. Potholes are created by water
getting into the imperfections in the pavement
and then expanding and contracting as the
freeze /thaw cycles occur, causing a gradual
deterioration of the pavement. In winter a
temporary bituminous "cold patch" is used to
fill the holes until the asphalt plants begin
operations in the early spring. Depending on
the weather and road conditions, the same
pothole can be patched several times in a season
or even in a week in some cases.
The year began with the DPW staff hosting an
"Evening of Public Works" in January where
managers explained their roles in the community
to over 100 Town Meeting and committee
members, Town staff and citizens.
In February the Public Works Department
welcomed Brian Gilbert on board as the new
Parks and Tree Superintendent succeeding Dale
Gaasland who left to fill a similar position in
Minnesota. Brian, who was the City Forester
in Boston and came to Lexington with a wealth
of experience and energy, has made a significant
contribution in many areas already.
In between storms, DPW employees found time
to renovate the Visitors' Center, paint the ceiling
and walls and replace a tile floor in Cary Hall,
and paint the cells in the Police Station. These
and other similar projects have proven to be a
welcome respite to the DPW employees as they
get an opportunity to use their craftsmanship
and /or learn new skills while providing
considerable savings for the Town.
Although two more positions were removed
from the Highway Division and one more from
the Engineering Division in 1993, another
maintenance responsibility was added to the
Public Works Department as use of the very
popular John C. "Jack" Eddison Commuter
Bikeway continues to increase.
Privatization remains a buzz word in Lexington
as officials and residents continue to search for
ways to reduce costs. Refuse and recyclables
collection, traffic light maintenance, and a
portion of the snow plowing operation were
successfully privatized, while street line painting
and sign maintenance were put out on contract
in 1993 with less satisfactory results.
Privatizing can save money in some areas and
the review of cost reduction methods will
continue. However, it should be understood that
in most instances full-time employees have a
pride in the community that contractors lack.
Each of the Public Works divisions operates both
independently and cooperatively with each other
and other Town departments as you will note in
the following reports.
Engineering Division
The Engineering Division works to maintain the
quality of life in Lexington by design
improvements to the water supply, the sewage
collection system, the storm water drainage
system and the roadways.
In addition to the design of the five major
construction projects listed below, the division
supplies over forty different services. These
services include preparing street, precinct and
assessor maps, laying out recreation fields,
determining tree ownership, supplying
addressing and property line information,
investigating traffic issues, administrating the
street lighting program, assisting the Planning
Board and the Conservation Commission, and
performing site investigation for affordable
housing.
These services and projects are performed by a
staff of three engineers, a Computer Aided
Design and Drafting (CADD) operator, a
surveyor and a construction inspector. All
design and mapping projects are computer
generated.
This year was the ninth year of the water main
cleaning and lining program, and the ninth year
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 30
of the street resurfacing program. Both are
twenty year programs that have done much to
maintain and improve the infrastructure of the
community. In 1993, the Engineering Division
designed five capital construction projects
totaling almost a million dollars, as follows:
Contract 93 -1 $378,923
Street Resurfacing
Bardon Trimont, Inc.
3.5 miles of streets
Contract 93 -2 $231,116
Water Main, Cleaning & Lining
Biszco Contracting Corp.
Phase IX, Marrett Road
5800 feet of 6" cast iron
Contract 93 -3 $55,675
Irrigation System
Lawhorn Irrigation, Inc.
Pine Meadows Golf Course
7400 feet of sprinkler piping
Contract 93 -4 $164,265
Street Resurfacing
Bardon Trimont, Inc.
1.2 miles of streets
Contract 94 -2 $45,877
Collection Sewer Replacement
F.M.A. Construction Co. Inc.
Vine Brook Road
600 feet of 8" sewers
Highway Division
The Highway Division is responsible for the
safety and maintenance of 280 lane miles of
streets and sidewalks, drains and brooks, leaf
composting, and recycling and rubbish
complaints.
In 1993, over 1,000 tons of asphalt was used by
the division on various street maintenance
operations. Potholes were on the rise this year
as a result of recent reductions in the street
resurfacing program and because of all the
precipitation received during the winter. In
addition to repairing potholes, the hot topping
crew installed new handicap access ramps at the
Lincoln Street park and on Worthen Road
between the town pool and the Hayden
Recreation Center. They also constructed new
DPW / Engineering (continued)
asphalt berms on sections of Woburn Street,
Trotting Horse Drive, and Vinebrook, Follen,
Tower and Whipple Roads.
Two major drain repairs were required as a result
of blockages caused by willow trees whose roots
had infiltrated pipes behind Castle Road and
Winston Road, causing storm water backups and
significant erosion problems. The willows were
removed by the Tree Division and over 300 feet
of drain pipe replaced. A new drain system was
also installed on North Street connecting several
catch basins that previously had been only dry
wells and were not tied into the Town's drainage
system. The drain /construction crew also
repaired or rebuilt 45 catch basins and manholes.
Two men were on loan to the Engineering
Division as inspectors for the street resurfacing
contract which again concentrated on fewer and
smaller streets as a result of funding constraints.
A second resurfacing contract was let later in
the summer to repave streets where a new sewer
main had been installed the previous year.
The yard waste composting program was
expanded this year to include brush of 1 inch or
less in diameter in accordance with new state
regulations. Over 6000 cubic yards of leaves
and yard waste is collected annually at our
Hartwell Avenue recycling site and the material
is composted for use in roadside repair and
various park projects. Some compost is
available at no cost to residents.
In an effort to reduce costs through an alternate
provider of service, the division contracted out
street line painting and street sign maintenance
this year. Over 440,000 feet of centerline and
21,000 feet of crosswalks and stoplines were
painted by a private contractor, while over 160
street signs, traffic signs and parking meters
were replaced by another contractor. The
division will continue to closely monitor
performance under these contracts to determine
if these methods of privatization will be
continued and permanently added to the list of
services already provided by outside contractors,
including catch basin cleaning and traffic signal
maintenance.
Snow Removal
While under the supervision of the Highway
Division, the town's snow removal program
involved the entire DPW operations staff plus
30 private contractors for snow plowing. The
winter of 1992 -93 saw a significant increase in
snowfall. The total was 74 inches, exceeding
the last two years' combined snowfall.
There were 27 snow and ice storms, twelve of
which required plowing. Two of these storms
were blizzards, each with greater than 17 inches
of snow which necessitated over 20 hours of
plowing to clear the streets, sidewalks and
parking lots. The division used 6300 tons of
sand and salt mixture for snow and ice control.
The costs to successfully combat these storms
unavoidably exceeded the snow removal
appropriation and forced a spending freeze on
virtually all DPW purchases after February.
Equipment
The Equipment Division maintains the
Department of Public Works equipment fleet
which is currently valued at $4,286,785. This
division also provides preventive maintenance
and minor repairs on all Fire and School
Department vehicles.
All vehicles and equipment are serviced and
checked under a computerized Scheduled
Preventive Maintenance Program involving
periodic lubrication, adjustment, inspection and
cleaning of all equipment.
In the past year a computerized diagnostic
machine was purchased for the mechanic shop.
The machine will test and locate any problems
on all computerized vehicles.
Under the Vehicle Restoration Program, 11
DPW vehicles were repaired and painted.
All employees in this division are skilled in
welding, sheet metal design, fabrication, and
constructing parts to a finished product. These
skills allow the mechanics to repair vehicles,
heavy construction equipment and snow plows.
In support of other DPW divisions, the
maintenance division will also construct special
projects in the shop if it is cost effective.
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 31
Building Maintenance
The Building Maintenance Division is
responsible for custodial services, preventive
maintenance, and minor repairs or renovations
of Town -owned buildings.
During 1993, repairs made to Cary Hall included
replacing flashing and slates on the roof,
repointing the handicap access ramp, and
installing a new vacuum pump on the steam
heating system. In the Town Office Building,
an emergency lowering devise was installed on
the elevator. At the Public Works complex,
underground fuel tanks were altered to comply
with new state regulations.
At the request of the division superintendent,
the Visitors' Center exterior was painted by
members of the Middlesex County Work
Release Program. Under the direction of the
Building Maintenance staff, with donations of
materials from the business community, and
support and direction from the Chamber of
Commerce and the Lexington Center
Committee, Park and Highway Division
employees renovated the main lobby and sanded
and resealed hardwood floors on the second
floor of the Visitors' Center.
The following projects were completed under
the guidance of Building Maintenance staff:
Park and Tree staff continued the sanding,
scraping and painting of the ceilings and walls
in Cary Memorial Building, which they began
last year, and also painted the cell blocks in the
Police Station; Park and Highway staff installed
a new floor in the Director's Room in Cary Hall;
staff from the Park Division stripped and
refinished miscellaneous office furniture from
the Town Office Building and Cary Hall,
restoring for use many pieces that were in
disrepair.
Division staff also assisted in the Lexington
Public Buildings Facility Study, authorized by
1993 Town Meeting for the preservation and
upgrade of all public buildings in Lexington.
This study will serve as a basis for determining
maintenance and replacement priorities for years
to come.
DPW / Engineering (continued)
Park Division
The Park Division is responsible for the
maintenance and general care of over 600 acres
of town and recreation lands, including all parks
and community playgrounds, sports fields, and
other public and school properties. They assist
the Conservation Department by utilizing the
division's manpower and equipment to maintain
vegetative growth under Conservation
jurisdiction.
The staff of 15 full -time employees routinely
mow and trim grass, line fields for a variety of
sports activities, and maintain sports turf through
cultural practices and a fertilizer program. They
also perform construction and /or maintenance
of sports fields, signs, trails, pathways,
playground apparatus, site furniture and the
town pool and reservoir complexes. The removal
of rubbish from these areas is included in their
daily scheduling.
In 1993 a number of additional construction and
maintenance projects were completed including:
reestablishment of turf cover at the Harrington
School soccer fields and the high school football
field; renovation of Lincoln #2 multi -use field;
reconstruction of the Center #4 baseball infield;
rebuilding of the Fiske School backstop with
the addition of player bench wings and canopy
to reduce injuries and accidents from foul balls;
and, at the request of the golf course
management, construction of a new tee at the
golf course.
The Parks staff also assumed responsibility for
roadside mowing, coordinating their operation
with the Tree Division's roadside brush control
program.
According to the pool consultant's report, repairs
at the complex were undertaken by in -house
staff to defray expected contractor costs. During
the winter, Park staff assist with snow removal
operations, cut back trails and assist other
divisions including Building and Tree
Maintenance. The dewatering process at the Old
Reservoir is ongoing.
Tree Maintenance Division
The Tree Maintenance Division is responsible
for the care and preservation of all woody plant
vegetation in parks, along streets, and on all
public properties owned by the town. By
conservative estimates, the division maintains
between 9,000 - 10,000 street trees, all invasive
roadside brush along the town's 130 miles, all
formal and informal shrubbery plantings, all
trees in parks, playgrounds, cemeteries and on
school properties. The division's operation
addresses emergencies as its highest priority and
resolves residents' requests as quickly as
demand allows.
Preventative tree and roadside brush
maintenance is carried out on a precinct by
precinct basis; cultural procedures such as
fertilization and watering of newly planted trees
are addressed when conditions dictate. In an
effort to maintain the existing American Elm
Population, the division continued to provide
protection from Dutch Elm Disease through
sanitary pruning and removal practices. A weed
control program was administered to address
unsightly weeds growing along curb sides,
invading baseball diamonds, and under
recreation viewing stands including the football
facility. In particular, poison ivy controls were
applied on town land where the weed created
an ongoing nuisance.
In 1993, the Tree Division removed 19 dead,
diseased or hazardous trees. The process
included the chipping of the stump, loaming,
fertilizing and seeding of the area. Thirty trees
were planted upon the request of homeowners
and as part of beautification efforts. The division
also was recipient of a $25,000 state grant
proposal. The intent of the proposal is to plant
19 trees in the spring of 1994 according to the
goals of an ad hoc tree committee. The division
set up and removed the holiday lighting in the
center area. The recycling of Christmas trees is
an annual program which collects and chips over
3900 trees, and the by- product, wood chips,
were bid and sold for the highest bulk price.
Cemetery Division
The Cemetery Division is staffed by 6
employees who are responsible for the operation
and maintenance of 33 acres of grounds and all
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 32
buildings and equipment for the town's four
cemeteries: Westview, Munroe, Colonial and
Robbins.
Division staff prepare for and complete
interments, set head stones, and sell burial lots,
grave boxes and vaults.
For the period January 1, 1993 through
December 6, 1993, there were 3 interments in
Munroe Cemetery and 155 at Westview
Cemetery. At Westview, 64 lots were sold
totalling 82 graves. Sixty -four deeds were
issued for graves and 106 foundations for flush
markers were approved and markers set.
This past year the two gazebos at Munroe
Cemetery were painted in their original
Victorian colors and the asphalt roofs of both
gazebos were replaced with cedar shingles.
Water /Sewer Division
The Lexington Water /Sewer Division is part of
the organizational team of the Department of
Public Works. The superintendent oversees 12
employees whose general responsibilities
include providing quality drinking water to
Lexington as well as ensuring the proper and
safe discharge of wastewater. This is done by
maintaining the complete water and sewer
infrastructure.
The water infrastructure consists of 154 miles
of water main, 1,500 hydrants, 3,400 hydrant
and street control valves, and approximately
10,000 residential control valves located on the
property line. There are 4 main water
transmission lines serving Lexington: A 16" line
at Summer Street, a 16" main in East Lexington
on Massachusetts Avenue which travels up to
Pleasant Street, a 12" main at Watertown Street
and a 24" main on Concord Avenue.
In the sewer infrastructure are 120 miles of street
line sewers, 34 miles of trunk line sewers and
the 9 pump stations. The division also
participates in snow removal operations.
Water conservation and maintaining equitable
billing for all consumers were again major
priorities in 1993. The Board of Selectmen
voted to continue the 8 block rate structure,
DPW / Department of Public Works (continued)
which has proven to be a successful tool to lower
consumption. The average residential
consumption was lowered from 104 hundred
cubic feet (HCF) TO 100 HCF. This past year
the Selectmen voted to include two - family
houses in the per unit basis billing category.
The FY94 Massachusetts State budget included
$20 million dollar rate relief for Massachusetts
Water Resources Authority (MWRA)
communities. The impact for the Town of
Lexington was a reduction of our MWRA
assessment of $267,678 which saved the
ratepayer of Lexington between $15.00 and
$85.00 depending on the amount of water
consumed. The FY93 average water /sewer bill
of $398.70 was lower than the average bill of
$545.00 for all MWRA communities.
The division is divided into three sections: the
distribution section, sewer maintenance section
and the construction section. All employees are
cross trained to perform any function in all
aspects of the division's responsibilities.
The distribution section consists of 5 employees
who are responsible for responding to all service
calls from residents, repairing curb and water
control boxes, installing water meters, taking
water samples, performing hydrant
maintenance, maintaining and updating the
water gate location records. They oversee the
cross - connection control program, investigate
all water bill complaints, mark out services for
contractors and the gas company, and assist the
Engineering Division by researching and
locating utility pipelines, and giving input to
design decisions.
The sewer maintenance section consists of 3
employees who are responsible for
implementing the sewer main flushing program
for 154 miles of pipe, and operating and
maintaining the 9 sewer pump stations. The
employees have the technical knowledge to
trouble shoot any electrical problems with relay
or pressure switches. Each of the pump stations
have two pumps and motors which are hooked
up to an alarm system that notifies Public Works
if there is a problem. A sewer maintenance crew
is dispatched day or night to identify and correct
the problem.
The construction section consists of 4 employees
who are responsible for the lead water service
replacement program; installing new and
replacing defective control valves; overseeing
the hydrant replacement program; and replacing
sewer mains and sewer services.
The division responds to emergencies such as
water breaks and sewer blockages on a 24 -hour
basis. In 1993, they responded to 21 water main
breaks and 8 water service leaks; replaced 40
lead services with copper; replaced 6 fire
hydrants; installed 190 water meters; and
repaired 73 water curb /gate control valves.
Thirty-two sewer main blockages and 21 sewer
service blockages were responded to and
resolved.
Water /Sewer Division staff continued its
objectives of providing safe quality drinking
water, ensuring the safe and proper discharge
of wastewater, encouraging water conservation
and monitoring an equitable billing system for
ratepayers.
Parking Program
Lexington Center's parking program is the
responsibility of the Public Works Department.
In addition to curbside and off -street parking
meters which are enforced by the Police
Department, parking is available at the Meriam
Street attended lot accessible through Depot
Square. All day permit parking, for employees
working in the Center and those taking public
transportation to Boston, is available in the
attended lot and three other conveniently located
lots —at the Church of Our Redeemer, the
Lexington Arts & Crafts Society and behind the
School Administration Building.
A contract for managing the Meriam Street
attended lot is held by LAZ Parking, Ltd., which
is in the last year of a five year contract. Annual
off -street parking permits are sold at the DPW
office in the Town Office Building beginning
each February. Currently, there are 100 permit
spaces at the Meriam Street lot, 30 spaces leased
from the Church of Our Redeemer, 27 spaces
available at the School Administration Building
lot, and 20 spaces leased from the Lexington
Arts & Crafts Society.
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 – Page 33
An ongoing challenge is to improve the mix of
all -day and short -term parking as well as to
increase the overall parking capacity in the
Center. While FY93 operating expenses for the
parking program totaled $85,076, income from
all sources totaled $251,981.
DPW/Engineering Department Statistics
Richard E. Spiers, Director
Public Works/Engineering
Waste Management
The Waste Management Committee's charge
from the selectmen is to monitor and offer
counsel on the Town's comprehensive waste
management program.
Of special interest to the committee in 1993 were:
• lowering trash disposal cost,
• the new contract with BFI involving
additional recyclables and new instructions,
• helping with Hazardous Waste Day,
• exploring less expensive ways to dispose of
used motor oil and other materials,
• encouraging participation by apartments,
condos and schools in recycling,
• advocating the purchase of recycled
products in order to increase the market for
recycled materials.
Committee members: Mary Miley, chairman
December -June; Katherine Fricker, co -chair
after June; Jacqueline Weinstock, co- chairman
June - December; Regina Blaber; Magdalena
Himmel; William Redpath; Richard Reibstien;
and Frances Ludwig, school liaison. Jacquelyn
Ward served as an associate member until
October.
FY92
FY93
FT Personnel
88
86
Payroll
$2,537,314
$2,727,526
Expenses
$2,848,270
$3,342,898
Capital Approp.
$4,670,000
$ 680,000
Water Enterprise
$2,583,857
$3,140,561
Sewer Enterprise
$2,819,503
$3,969,107
Richard E. Spiers, Director
Public Works/Engineering
Waste Management
The Waste Management Committee's charge
from the selectmen is to monitor and offer
counsel on the Town's comprehensive waste
management program.
Of special interest to the committee in 1993 were:
• lowering trash disposal cost,
• the new contract with BFI involving
additional recyclables and new instructions,
• helping with Hazardous Waste Day,
• exploring less expensive ways to dispose of
used motor oil and other materials,
• encouraging participation by apartments,
condos and schools in recycling,
• advocating the purchase of recycled
products in order to increase the market for
recycled materials.
Committee members: Mary Miley, chairman
December -June; Katherine Fricker, co -chair
after June; Jacqueline Weinstock, co- chairman
June - December; Regina Blaber; Magdalena
Himmel; William Redpath; Richard Reibstien;
and Frances Ludwig, school liaison. Jacquelyn
Ward served as an associate member until
October.
Fire Department
This year's most significant fire occurred in a
single family dwelling late at night. The couple
occupying the Lowell Street house barely escaped
when fire broke out in the top of the cellar stairway
and in the hallway on the main floor. The building
received extensive damage. Both occupants were
treated and released from a local hospital. Their
pet cat, which was found unconscious by fire-
fighters, was successfully revived.
The important lesson to be learned from this fire
is the critical need of maintaining smoke
detectors in working condition. In this case the
detector did not work. The batteries were
missing, and the occupants were fortunate to
have awakened in time to escape.
The department advocates changing batteries in
smoke detectors each fall when the clocks are
changed back to standard time. Our ongoing
campaign of "Change Your Clock ...Change
Your Batteries" is made in conjunction with the
Energizer Battery Company and the
International Association of Fire Chiefs.
Record Number of Calls
The department responded to a record high
3,019 calls for assistance during the year of
which 1,455 were for emergency medical
services. As with many suburban fire
departments, ambulance service is an integral
part of the department's services. Dual trained
personnel handle both ambulance and
firefighting duties. Of the over a thousand calls,
1,097 people required transportation to an
emergency room. Department ambulance
personnel also delivered one new baby. The
department's total runs and ambulance calls
represents a 12% increase over the previous year.
Training is an essential part of any professional
organization. Four days of professional
development instruction for the officer corps was
delivered by Dr. Larry Ritcey, a nationally known
management consultant on the faculty of the
National Fire Academy. During this seminar,
topics addressed included leadership, motivation,
accountability, communications and teamwork.
The department also conducted a 12 -hour
program for each firefighting crew in rescue
techniques for removing victims from
automobile crashes. Known as "auto
extrication," this vital training is essential to the
speedy and safe removal of injured people. This
instruction is also part of the ongoing
recertification requirements to maintain
Emergency Medical Technician status.
This year the department also underwent its bi-
annual basic recertification course conducted by
a paramedic from the North Suburban Advanced
Life Support Consortium.
Budget
The department continues to cope with fiscal
constraints. Layoffs were avoided during the
tight budget times by the overall strategy of
keeping as few people as possible on the payroll, .
to save benefits costs. The department used its
remaining off -duty firefighters on an overtime
basis to fill vacancies due to sickness, injuries
and vacations. Analysis showed that $80,000
was saved this way instead of filling the six
vacant positions.
Joint Dispatching
The department's professional dispatch personnel
continued to work with counterparts in the police
department to institute a new combined dispatch
center to be located at the police station. All of
the fire department's full -time and part -time
dispatchers will be assigned to the new center
some time in the summer of 1994.
During the year a Joint Police and Fire
Dispatching Committee worked on equipment
and staffing needs for the center. Requests for
proposals were advertised, and in early fall a
designer /architect was selected to prepare
specifications for construction to begin after
approval of funds by the 1994 Town Meeting.
The committee also selected a communications
consultant to assist in equipment and staffing
plans for the new center, which will be the town's
primary emergency answering point for the new
statewide enhanced 911 telephone system.
In 1993, the department's two fire stations were
part of a town - school study by Archetype to
determine physical plant needs. The main fire
station is the last major town -owned building
to receive attention. The project is under the
supervision of the Permanent Building
Committee, whose members were actively
engaged in this review.
In late fall, the department replaced the
emergency generator at the East Lexington Fire
Station, because this essential piece of
equipment was starting to wear out.
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 34
Other equipment replaced by the department
included the shift commander's vehicle, a multi-
purpose utility station wagon with four - wheel.
The new vehicle has the advantage of higher
clearance for off -the -road operations like brush
fires. It also has improved driveability during
snow and ice storms, and increased road
carrying capacity along with trailering.
The department also replaced all face masks for
self contained breathing apparatus. This state -
of-the art mask includes speaking diaphragms
for better verbal communication while being
worn. In addition the fit has been improved by
using three sizes rather than the old "one size
fits all." Less fogging is achieved by an integral
nose cup and one way exhalation valve.
The department also had all air cylinders
hydrostatically tested. These cylinders contain
4,500 psi and are due to be replaced in FY97.
This replacement is mandated by the federal
Department of Transportation Regulations.
Uncovering Hydrants
In 1993 the department largely completed its
hydrant marking program. Residents will notice
yellow reflective bands on telephone polls. The
numbers on the bands indicate how far the
hydrant is from the telephone pole. Double bands
indicate the hydrant is located across the street.
Last year the department had to undertake some
major hydrant shoveling efforts during the
heavy snows. Many days were spent uncovering
hydrants buried during plowing operations. The
department urges residents to assist in this effort.
Uncovering your neighborhood fire hydrant can
make a vital difference during an emergency
after a heavy snow fall.
Department personnel were also very busy
during the year inspecting underground tanks
that residents chose to remove. The Fire
Prevention Bureau also managed the contract
for upgrading Town and school underground
storage tanks. This included installation of
overfill protection and spill containment devices.
Our future plans call for another round of
retesting of all tanks owned by the town and
school department.
The department also coordinated the town's
applications for federal reimbursement of
damages and costs incurred by the December
1992 and March blizzards. The Town received
Fire Department (continued)
maximum reimbursement due to the excellent
record keeping of the Police, Fire and Public
Works Departments.
The first week of October saw Fire Prevention
Week which was topped off by our Annual Open
House activities. Excellent weather brought out
hundreds of local residents to view the
equipment and talk to personnel. A highlight
was the regional hazardous materials truck
staffed by a team of firefighters from all of the
Metropolitan Boston fire departments.
Lexington's Lieutenant Peter Torode serves as a
charter member of this team and, at times,
instructor of this group of 40 highly trained
technicians. Their role includes approaching and
mitigating toxic and other hazardous material
leaks, using special encapsulated clothing.
The Haz/Mat truck was purchased and equipped
by the state, member communities of our
Metrofire Mutual Aid group, and donations from
Police Department
This summer the Police Department bid farewell
to Chief Paul Furdon who retired after over 40
years of service. Beginning his career in 1952,
Paul was promoted through the ranks to Captain
by 1966. As a Captain, he served as the Detective
Bureau Commander and Police Prosecutor at the
Concord District Court. He distinguished himself
by handling difficult cases with great skill, being
particularly adept at prosecuting while also
recommending fair and just dispositions.
In 1982, Paul was promoted to Chief. During
his tenure, he was a forerunner in advancing
community policing. He promoted programs
which reached out to prevent crime and juvenile
delinquency. These included:
• D.A.R.E. (Drug and Alcohol Resistance
Education),
• crime prevention programs,
• a "Memo of Understanding" with the School
Department to prevent substance abuse and
violence involving students,
• appointment of Youth Officers,
• development of a diversion program for
youths who might otherwise be taken to
court and charged with criminal misconduct,
• the Bike Patrol, and
• "Park, Lock, and Walk" patrols.
some local industries. The
cost to buy, staff and
maintain this resource
would be prohibitive for
any individual communi-
ty. By bonding together in
a regional effort, costs are
shared in an equitable and
reasonable manner. As in
the past some local insur-
ance agencies donated
bicycles that were given as
door prizes to children
during the Open House.
One personnel change is
to be noted. Firefighter
Mel Webb retired after
serving in the department
for 25 years.
John D. Bergeron
Fire Chief
Firefighters clearing snow from a hydrant after one of last winter's
storms. Residents can help protect their own homes by adopting"
and shoveling out nearby hydrants. Photo: Fire Department.
Chief Furdon continually sought out new and
innovative ways to improve efficiency and
effectiveness while wrestling with the fiscal
constraints caused by the recession. He
computerized operations at the police station and
initiated the Accreditation Program.
Chief Furdon's greatest legacy can be seen in
the younger officers who remain to carry on his
work. He believed strongly that the
department's best contribution to the community
was hard and skillful work by dedicated,
educated and well trained professionals who take
pride in their efforts and in the community. Paul
promoted officers who believed in this work
ethic, and then led by example. His leadership
will be missed.
Personnel Changes
On Chief Furdon's retirement, Lt. Christopher
Casey was appointed Acting Police Chief. He
will serve in this position until a permanent
police chief is appointed in 1994.
In the spring, Lt. Allen McSherry retired from
the department after 34 years of service, and
Richard W. Ham was promoted to Sergeant.
Sergeant Ham attended the Command Training
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 35
program at Babson College, and serves the Town
as a patrol supervisor.
Police Accreditation
Achieving accredited status, at the state and/or
national level, is an important goal for our
department. To date, 65 new or revised policies
have been promulgated. One important area
addressed this year was our procedures for
handling citizen complaints to ensure that the
highest level of professional integrity by fairly
and impartially investigating all complaints.
Enhanced 911 and Caller ID
The first installations of enhanced 911 in
Massachusetts will begin in January 1994 with
every community receiving service by the end
of 1995. Lexington's preliminary planning and
preparation work for this service has been
completed. Our "Municipal Plan," outlining
how Lexington will use and implement 911, was
adopted by the state as the model for other
communities. A major component of this plan
is the construction of a new combined police/
fire dispatch center.
In July, the department installed Caller ID devices
on all incoming phone lines. This equipment
Police Department (continued)
displays a caller's phone number. It can then be
used to call back individuals who have hung up
without speaking or been disconnected and may
need help. Caller ID provides a "safety net" until
the implementation of enhanced 911.
Combined Dispatching
For the past two years, a Joint Police and Fire
Dispatching Committee has worked closely with
other town officials to combine police and fire
dispatching operations. With funds approved by
the 1993 Town Meeting, design and communica-
tions consultants were hired to review Lexington's
needs, prepare plans, and formulate a budget.
When approved, this project will renovate the
police station's existing desk and dispatch area,
and replace the aging police and fire radio systems
to improve emergency dispatching.
The department also studied the need for other
renovations to the station. Plans were prepared
for a ramp to the front of the building to make it
handicap accessible; also for renovating and
repairing the jail cell and locker room.
D.A.R.E.
The most notable interaction between the
department, our youth, and the schools has been
the D.A.R.E. program. There was outstanding
participation by students, parents, teachers and
police officers in a variety of D.A.R.E. events.
The more popular extracurricular activities
include the "Fishing Day" at the Old Res, a
bowling day, and the annual "Fun Night." On
Patriots' Day, the marching students were led
by the very special General Motors D.A.R.E.
ZR -1 Corvette.
In school, the program graduated 350 fifth grade
students at the end of the 1992 -93 school year.
A new middle school program was introduced
to the seventh grade class, with a shorter
refresher course for the sixth grade. In
September, Officer Brian Spencer began his
fourth year of instruction, which has been made
possible by continuing support and generous
contributions from the community.
Crime and Incident Response
The level of reported crime in Lexington
decreased by approximately 3 %. The breaking
and entering of homes and businesses decreased
8% (7) and motor vehicle breaks decreased 62%
(55). Lexington Detectives participated in a
regional task force which successfully captured
several Oriental rug thieves. These individuals
were responsible for more than 80 house breaks
in Lexington over the past several years.
In 1993, the department responded to more
domestic abuse situations growing from the
community's increased awareness of domestic
violence. The department responds with a
variety of remedial actions, including mediation
and referral to professional services, as well as
criminal complaints. Where there is evidence
of violence or a violation of a protective order,
the offender is arrested.
Although the number of police service calls
continues to climb each year, the recent outbreak
of rabies resulted in the most dramatic increase
in 1993. Officers were dispatched to 639 animal
control calls (an increase of 430 calls).
Community Policing
This year, the department expanded its program
of directed police patrols at important areas of
community activity. For example, the Bike
Patrol unit was enlarged to seven officers who
logged approximately 20 hours each week
patrolling the bike path, business areas,
playgrounds, and elderly housing.
Similarly, cruiser officers logged over 600
directed patrol assignments in 1993. Commonly
referred to as "Park, Lock, and Walk" patrols,
officers exit their cruisers and patrol on foot in
designated neighborhoods, recreation areas and
business districts. A business "lock -up"
program was also initiated which had patrol
officers monitoring retail establishments at
closing time as a crime prevention strategy and
to increase merchants' sense of safety.
At the end of 1993, a citizen survey was
distributed to a random sample of approximately
2,100 residents. Citizens and police
representatives together drafted this survey to
measure community perceptions of safety in
Lexington, as well as to get feedback on the
quality of policing services. The results of the
survey, which will be available in January 1994,
will be used as a planning tool to ensure that
policing efforts are compatible with community
needs and values.
Christopher Casey
Acting Police Chief
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 36
Police Chief Paul Futdon retired in June after
more than 40 years of distinguished service
with the department. Photo: Police Dept.
Police Department (continued)
Motor Vehicle Accident Analysis
FatalAccidents ............................................ ............................... 3
Accidents With Injuries ........................... ............................... 239
Accidents With No Injuries ..................... ............................... 558
PersonsKilled .............................................. ............................... 3
Persons Seriously Injured .......................... ............................... 23
Persons With Minor Injuries ...................... ............................... 98
Persons Complaining of Pain .................. ............................... 201
Motor Vehicle Accident Types
Motor Vehicle vs Pedestrian ...................... ............................... 13
Motor Vehicle vs Bicycle .......................... ............................... 11
Motor Vehicle vs Fixed Object .................. ............................... 88
Motor Vehicle vs Parked Vehicle ............... ............................... 77
Motor Vehicle Overturned in Road ............. ............................... 1
Motor Vehicle vs Motor Vehicle .............. ............................... 603
Other........................................................... ............................... 7
Total 1993 Accidents ............................. ............................... 800
1993 High Accident Locations (10 or More Accidents)
Bedford St @ Hartwell Av .........................
............................... 28
Bedford St @ Rte 95/128 ..........................
............................... 23
Marrett Rd @ Mass Av (MM Tech) ..........
............................... 22
MassAv @ Maple St .................................
............................... 17
Rte95/128 @ Rte 2 ...................................
............................... 16
Bedford St @ Eldred St .............................
............................... 14
Waltham St @ Marrett Rd .........................
............................... 14
Waltham St @ Concord Av ........................
............................... 13
Hartwell Av @ Maguire Rd .......................
............................... 13
Rte 95/128 by Bedford St ..........................
............................... 13
Lowell St @ Woburn St .............................
............................... 13
Bedford St @ Worthen Rd ........................
............................... 12
Maple @ Lowell @ Winchester ................
............................... 12
LowellSt @ East St ..................................
............................... 11
Mass Av @ Pleasant St ..............................
............................... 11
Bedford St @ Harrington Rd .....................
............................... 10
Bedford @ Hill @ Revere .........................
............................... 10
arridr
1600
1200
800
400
0
83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 93
NOTE: Starting in 1991, accident statistics reflect only those accidents
which meet or exceed state mandated reporting levels.
111
111
•111
•111
111
Es
83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 93
Complaints and Calls for Service
AccidentCalls ......................................... ............................... 942
Animals (sick, injured, or other) ..............
............................... 636
Alarms; Home or Commercial .............
............................... 1,755
Alarms -All Others ..................................
............................... 771
Reports of Fire Investigated ....................
............................... 122
Medical Assistance ..................................
............................... 645
Assist Motorist ......................................
............................... 1,155
Missing Persons Investigated ....................
............................... 25
Disturbances & Disputes .........................
............................... 396
Building & Person Checks ......................
............................... 637
Suspicious Activity Reports ....................
............................... 629
Other Calls for Service ........................
............................... 3,365
Total.................................................. ............................... 12,155
Parking Enforcement
# Issued Fines
Parking Violations 2,467 $ 39,105
Parking Meter Violations 6,667 $ 33,335
Total 9,134 $ 72,440
Civil Motor Vehicle Infractions
Motor Vehicle Citations Issued
Warnings
Offenders
Fines
Red Light Violations
546
$ 10,080
Stop Sign Violations
132
2,400
Failure to Use Care
211
3,800
School Bus Violation
5
1,000
Unregistered Motor Vehicle
170
11,600
Speeding
687
60,850
Turning Violations
504
7,335
Crosswalk Violation
105
1,665
Other Violations
877
13,490
Total
3,237
$ 112,220
Motor Vehicle Citations Issued
Warnings
444
Civil Infractions
2151
Criminal Complaints
243
Arrests
70
Total 2908
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 37
Police Department (continued)
Summary of Serious Offenses
Other Criminal Court Cases
# Serious
# Persons
Charged
Operating MV to Endanger
Classification
Offenses
Charged
Operating MV w/o License
50
Rape
0
0
88
1000
Assaults (including weapons)
43
52
Liquor Law Violations
800
Robbery
1
2
4
600
Burglary - Breaking and Entering
74
6
Narcotic Drug Law Violations
18
Larceny - Theft - except vehicle
295
82
400
Motor Vehicle Theft
19
8
200
Total
432
150
0
Other Criminal Court Cases
Criminal Court Summary
Arrests w/o Warrant
Persons
Arrests with Warrant
Charged
Operating MV to Endanger
28
Operating MV after Loss of Lic/Reg
161
Operating MV w/o License
50
Operating MV Under Influence
42
Operating MV w/o Insurance
88
Using a MV w/o Authority
8
Disorderly
9
Liquor Law Violations
55
Malicious Damage/Vandalism
19
Forgery
4
Receiving Stolen Property
12
Domestic Protective Order Viol.
18
Narcotic Drug Law Violations
18
Criminal Court Summary
Arrests w/o Warrant
152
Arrests with Warrant
82
Criminal Summons
343
Clerk/Judge Hearing
64
Private Complaints
30
Total
671
300
250
200
150
100
50
0
83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91
83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 93
50
40
30
20
10
0
83 84
85
86
87
88
89
90
91
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 - Page 38
92 93
92 93
Police Department (continued)
Acting Police Chief Christopher Casey, right, in headquarters with, from left, Lt. Robert Raposa,
Dispatcher William Ryan and Patrolman Robert Leslie. Photo: Police Department.
Stolen and Recovered Property
Type of Property
Currency, Notes, Etc.
Jewelry and Precious Metals
Clothing
Motor Vehicles
Computer Hardware/Software
Radios, Stereos, VCRs, etc.
Bicycles
Household Goods
Miscellaneous
Total
Stolen
$ 28,906
513,490
5,838
142,700
12,467
14,406
19,202
24,001
80,449
$ 841,459
Police Manual Committee
Guidelines are necessary in any organization to
effectively achieve its purposes. This is
especially true for police departments. Policies
and procedures are the means by which the Chief
of Police assists and guides police discretion in
accomplishing objectives. The Police Manual
Committee functions in an advisory capacity to
the chief and town government in the
development of policies and procedures.
Recovered
$ 4,770
65,778
1,020
165,200
5,100
2,742
2,260
350
25,695
$ 272,915
Larcenies - Reported
/1
411
11 — _ - _
11
/1
I
:. 87 88 •. •1 91 92 93
In the latter part of 1993, the police department
presented each committee member a package
of 40 new or revised policies. These materials
cover a wide spectrum of topics and reflect the
department's sincere desire to comply with the
professional standards outlined by the
Commission on Accreditation for Law
Enforcement Agencies.
In the near future, the committee looks forward
to reviewing the department's revised
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 39
procedures for handling internal discipline and
citizen complaints. New communications
procedures will also be forthcoming with the
implementation of a combined police and fire
dispatching center.
Committee members are: William Dailey, Jr.,
Edith Flynn, William Hays, and Gerald McLeod.
Board of Health
The Board of Health is mindful of its mandate
to protect health and prevent disease by caring
for people.
Our efforts span the alphabet on issues ranging
from AIDS to Zoonotic Disease. These concerns
are addressed in a broad range of programs
which include communicable and chronic
disease, quality of life issues addressed through
housing issues, elderly health risks and the
insults to our air, water, food and land.
In contrast to the organizational stability of
1992, 1993 was a year of constant change for
the town's health agency due to the loss of
several key people.
Associate Board member Mary Jane Kemper
completed her term of service. Stan Finkelstein
departed the Board in August and his vacancy
was filled by Richard Vladimer. In October,
long term Board member Donald Goldmann
resigned his position on the Board and was
replaced by Martha Wood. Also in October,
Lorraine Salto, Secretary to the Board and
Health Department for the past six years, retired.
Lorraine's position was filled by Carol Joyce.
George Smith, Jr., continued as Health Director
and Stanley Sosnicki as Sanitarian.
We will miss our colleagues and wish them well
in their new endeavors.
Significant 1993 Health and
Environmental Programs
STDs /AIDS - Related Diseases: Although
AIDS is a top concern, it is difficult to decide
what actually can be done to help in the crusade
against the spread of AIDS. The Board of Health
does not have an active role in tracking or
documenting AIDS cases. Local education is
one of the best things that we can do. Possibly
one of the most challenging aspects of the AIDS
epidemic is separating fact from fiction. As
widespread and far reaching as this disease is,
too many people are left uncertain as to what is
real and what is rumor.
Community Health and Education
Programs: Through the annual flu clinic and
vaccine distribution program, 2200 residents
were immunized against the telling effects of
influenza. Weekly elderly clinics were
continued. The Board also co- sponsored the
Glaucoma clinic, the preschool hearing and
vision screening, the annual rabies clinic for
dogs and four clinics for cats. Newspaper
articles were written and published, and related
health fact sheets made available to the public.
By -Law to Limit Access to Tobacco by
Minors: The 1993 Town Meeting passed the
By -Law to "Limit Access to Tobacco by
Minors" which provides local regulations for
restricting the sales of tobacco to minors. This
important by -law was developed by Martha
Wood and supported by the Board of Health.
Among its more important operational features
are restrictions placed on sales of tobacco to
minors in general and through vending machine
sales. The location of vending machines in local
commerce is now more effectively controlled.
Housing Inspection Program: Inspections
were conducted to ensure the habitability of
housing within the town. Dwelling units must
be dry, warm, safe, clean and free of toxic
substances and disease vectors such as rodents
and vermin. Twenty sanitary code inspections
were initiated in 1993. One court complaint was
initiated and one house condemned as unfit for
human habitation. Order letters were issued
citing code variations and /or violations of
housing code requirements.
Lead Hazards: Several lead paint inspections
were conducted during the year. Health
Department staff audited 76 lead paint hazards
abatement projects. One renovation was closely
monitored where a child under six was
potentially at risk for lead exposure.
Asbestos Hazards: Plans for 52 asbestos
hazards abatement projects were approved in
1993. Three illegal removals were noted and
one instance of illegal dumping required
remedial response. In all, over 150 inspections
were completed.
Environmental Incidents: In 1993 the Health
Department staff investigated 45 environmental
incidents. The Health Director, Lexington's
Hazardous Waste Coordinator, investigated each
of these situations to ensure implementation and
coordination of reports and response in a
cooperative effort of town, state and federal
agencies.
Problems included oil releases, spills,
environmental accidents and leaking fuel
systems at commercial and private residences.
In 1993 The Department of Environmental
Protection announced a new initiative that will
place a more direct burden of responsibility on
property owners for and /or creating conditions
leading to environmental degradation. This new
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 40
program requires that environmental cleanup
will be undertaken, utilizing the services of
licensed cleanup professionals with less
dependence on State personnel.
Food Service Programs: Several new
establishments opened and others changed
ownership. Complaint investigation continued
throughout the year. Several alleged food -bome
illnesses were investigated. In addition, food
samples were collected and submitted to the
State Food & Drug Laboratories for analyses.
Swimming and Bathing Places: Due to one
of the hottest summer seasons in the last few
years, extra attention was given to Lexington's
public /semi public swimming areas. Water
samples were collected often at pools and the.
"Old Res." Close monitoring was the key. Three
pools had to be closed temporarily for code
variations. Plans were received for one new pool
at a new apartment complex under construction.
A continuing problem is the lack of trained and
certified lifeguards. Enforcement actions,
warnings as well as facility closures, were taken
where necessary.
Sewage Disposal: In 1993 the State Department
of Environmental Protection finalized draft
regulations relating to subsurface sewage
disposal. These new regulations will place
serious burdens and restrictions on the
construction, use and maintenance of all on -site
sewage disposal systems. A January 1, 1994
implementation date is anticipated.
Massachusetts Department of Public Health
Tobacco Control Program: In 1993 the
Lexington Board of Health, in conjunction with
the Bedford Board of Health, applied for and
was awarded a $65,000 grant to conduct tobacco
control programs. Funds are to be made
available from revenue being generated from
an increase in the State's cigarette excise tax
and an increase in the wholesale price of
wholesale tobacco products. This money must
be used to develop programs and initiatives
designed to reduce tobacco use among
Massachusetts residents of all ages and the
prevention of smoking initiation and smokeless
tobacco use.
Rabies Comes to Town: In February,
Lexington confirmed its first case of raccoon
rabies. The staff worked extensively with local
veterinarians, the Animal Control, Police, and
Public Works Departments to establish
procedures for responding to calls concerning
Board of Health (continued)
potentially rabid animals. Concerns about rabies
required a change in the Board of Selectmen
Regulations regarding times that rubbish could
be placed at curbside. Educational literature was
developed and mailed to all residents. Also in
February, a new State Law was passed requiring
that all cats be vaccinated against rabies. To
assist residents the Board of Health sponsored
four rabies clinics for cats. During the year,
sixteen raccoons and one skunk tested positive
for rabies. Lexington is now considered endemic
for this potentially fatal disease. Concerns about
rabies will exist throughout 1994.
Biosafety Committee: The use of biotechnology
continues to grow at a slow but steady pace within
Lexington. Lexington's Biosafety Committee
(LBSC) was extremely busy throughout the year
reviewing engineering designs, practices,
procedures and containment concepts that were
to be employed by Biotech companies seeking
permits from the Board of Health.
The committee met with representatives from
Autoimmune, Inc., and Fuji Immunopharma-
ceuticals, Inc., two companies seeking to locate
within the Town. Upon careful review of
applications from these concerns, the LBSC
recommended that both companies be granted
permits to operate in Lexington. The Board
concurred and permits were granted. Another
permitted company, Repligen -Sandoz Research
Company, reorganized and is now working
under the new name of Sandoz Chemical
Biotech Research Company. The LBSC also
recommended that Robert Burrows, Charlotte
Perry- Dougherty and Nathan Thorne Griscom
be appointed to the Institutional Biosafety
Committees for Sandoz Chemical, Autoimmune
and Fuji respectively.
In 1993 Harry Orf continued as Chairman of
the LBSC. Iclal Hartman and Health Director,
George A. Smith continued as members of the
committee. Dan Fenn and Stan Finkelstein
resigned and were replaced by Janice Pero and
Richard Vladimer.
Household Hazardous Waste Collection: On
October 26, 1993 Lexington conducted its 12th
annual household hazardous waste collection
day, sponsored by the Boards of Selectmen and
Health, The Waste Management Committee and
the League of Women Voters.
This collection was conducted by a new
contractor, Chemical Waste Management
Company. As in the past our collection
continues to be New England's largest one day
event. This collection saw 1200 residents
participate and a record amount collected, 170
barrels - 55 and 30 gallon drums.
Over the past 12 years 119155- gallon drums of
household wastes have been collected.
The board wishes to thank other agencies and
individuals for their continued cooperation and
assistance. In particular residents Linda Behar,
Faye Van Wert, Jeanne Krieger and Veterinarian
Howard Smith; and Edward Wirtanen, Robert
T. Cooper, Walter Galvin, David Black and John
Locke; the Health Directors of Gardner,
Framingham, Arlington, Bedford and Brookline
respectively.
East Middlesex Mosquito Control Project:
The East Middlesex Mosquito Control Project
conducts a program in Lexington consisting of
mosquito and wetland surveillance, larval
mosquito control, ditch maintenance and public
education. The Project participates as a
component of the State's Vector Control Plan
to Prevent Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE).
Mosquito populations in 1993 varied
considerably due to changing weather. Melting
snow and heavy rains resulted in the worst spring
flooding since 1987. The timing of the flooding
caused a late May and early June mosquito
population that was 237% above normal.
Abnormally dry weather beginning in May and
extending through August resulted in low
mosquito populations for the remainder of the
summer. EEE was not a threat in 1993.
The Project's larval control program relies on
the non toxic, biological larvicide, Bti (Bacillus
thuringiensis var. israelensis). A helicopter was
used in April to apply Bti granules over 194
wetland acres. Field crews using portable
sprayers applied Bti to 2.15 wetland acres when
high densities of larvae were found breeding in
stagnant water.
The goal of ditch maintenance is to reduce the
suitability of a wetland to produce mosquitoes.
This is accomplished by removing obstructions
to restore flow and reduce the time stagnant
water will remain in the wetland. Field crews
maintained 1,182' of the ditch by Hayden Ave.
The Project's public education program is
designed to develop and awareness within the
public and the private sectors as to their roles in
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 41
mosquito control. The Project serves as a
resource to residents, municipal officials and the
local media on controlling mosquitoes, breeding
sites and mosquito borne diseases.
George A. Smith, Jr., R.S. Director of Public
Health/Mosquito Commissioner
Animal Control
Kathy Fox, Lexington's Animal Control Officer
(ACO), enforces state and local dog control
laws, serves as the Town's Animal Inspector and
maintains the town's dog pound.
A prime area of concern throughout 1993 were
issues relating to rabies. In February, the first
case of raccoon rabies was identified in
Lexington. Subsequent cases resulted in
Lexington and its environs as being endemic for
rabies. Because of the health and safety
concerns relating to rabies, the ACO spent
considerable time and resources on this
potentially fatal disease. All bite and scratch
reports reported to the Health Office were
investigated. Much time was spent in the
quarantine of suspect animals, collecting and
submitting animal specimens to the State Rabies
Lab and conducting vaccination clinics.
As of February 1993, a new state law mandated
the vaccination of all cats against rabies. To
help residents meet their obligation under this
new law, four cat vaccination clinics were held.
At the end of the year, sixteen raccoons and one
skunk were confirmed as being rabid. It is
expected that problems with rabies in the wild
animal population will continue throughout
1994.
Another problem that required the intervention
of the ACO was an influx of "wild turkeys" into
the town. While not wild in the true sense of
the word, these turkeys have become a nuisance
problem in different areas of Lexington and will
likely have to be monitored by the ACO.
Rabies is potentially a very serious health and
safety problem. The most likely "bridge"
between rabies and humans is pets; it is very
important for all residents to have their pets
vaccinated against this disease. People with
other types of domestic animals, such as horses
and goats, should consult their veterinarians
about having their animals inoculated. Dog and
cat owners are advised to vaccinate their pets
against distemper as well.
Board of Health (continued)
Immunization Clinics
1991
1992
1993
Flu clinic — Town emplyees
97
95
205
Flu clinic — Chronically ill
52
50
108
Flu clinic — 65+ years
1593
1934
1897
Diagnostic Clinics
21
28
35
Glaucoma eye screening
272
301
346
Diabetes
214
233
250
Additional Clinics
320
320
320
Influenza clinic (make —up)
1
1
1
Elderly clinics
48
52
52
Rabies clinic
1
2
5
Public Health Nurse
The following services and investigations were
performed by personnel of the VNA of Cambridge
on behalf of the Health Department
Complaints & Nuisances
Environmental Complaints
Air pollution
Water pollution
Noise pollution
Epidemiological Investigations
Foodborne
Waterborne
Food Service Establishments
Restaurants
Markets
1991 1992 1993
Complaints & Nuisances
1991
1992
1993
Elderly Health Promotions
48
52
52
Communicable Disease
29
69
96
Tuberculosis follow —up
4
7
7
Environmental Samples Collected
21
28
35
Milk samples analyzed
4
3
0
Pool water bacterial analyses
360
300
320
Pool water chemical analyses
320
320
320
Drinking water chemical analyses
4
2
5
Bacterial swab testing
11
7
6
Food samples analyzed
22
14
17
Asbestos related
14
10
7
Paint samples analyzed
12
12
11
Complaints & Nuisances
Environmental Complaints
Air pollution
Water pollution
Noise pollution
Epidemiological Investigations
Foodborne
Waterborne
Food Service Establishments
Restaurants
Markets
1991 1992 1993
Complaints & Nuisances
1991
1992
1993
Drainage (water /sewer)
12
15
10
Housing complaints
18
17
23
Garbage /rubbish complaints
147
151
233
Rodents
21
28
35
Sewage disposal
14
16
11
Food, milk & drinking water
85
76
93
Mosquitoes & biting insects
111
118
104
Swimming pools
28
21
13
Drugs & devices
14
14
0
Smoking in restaurants
6
6
9
Insect infestations
61
40
56
Smoking in the workplace
18
15
32
Environ.Anspection Statistics
29
30
30
Food service estab. — kitchens
262
242
237
Mobile food servers
14
14
14
Temporary food service
63
58
58
Lead paint inspections
14
3
9
Vending machine facilities
24
24
24
Asbestos abatements
203
211
156
Occupied buildings
28
20
16
Police lock —up
4
4
4
Summer day camps
10
10
8
Day care centers — kitchens
18
18
18
Day care centers — lead paint
2
2
0
Theaters
6
6
6
Housing inspections
22
11
28
Structures condemned
1
2
0
Demolished
0
0
0
Rehabilitated
0
1
0
Insufficient or no heat
3
5
6
Nursing home inspections
12
12
12
Rest home inspections
2
2
2
Public, semi — public pool/" Old Res"
168
142
142
Rubbish vehicles /Septage haulers
70
70
70
Environmental events
48
52
34
17
21
30
Licenses & Permits
1991
1992
1993
73
41
58
Animal permits (inc. poultry)
27
25
30
5
6
3
Burial permits
194
176
191
Installers /disposal works
6
5
5
18
21
28
Food establishment permits
178
173
175
14
14
9
Mobile food servers
3
3
3
Funeral directors licenses
4
4
4
45
48
53
Market registrations
29
30
30
17
12
15
Milk license — dealer's
1
1
7
Milk license — store
94
71
71
Milk license — vehicle
2
2
2
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 42
Board of Health (continued)
Licenses & Permits
1991
1992
1993
Communicable Diseases
1991
1992
1993
Motel license
3
3
3
Scarlet Fever
1
0
4
Nursing Home permits (FS)
6
4
4
Shigella flexneri
1
1
0
Rest home permits (FS)
2
1
1
Tuberculosis
4
7
7
Portable toilet permits
8
4
4
Yersiniosis
0
1
1
Recreation camp permits
5
5
8
Rubbish disposal permits
26
27
16
Animal Control Statistics
Sewage disposal permits
22
22
22
Licensed canine
1860
1961
1972
Swimming pools (to operate)
23
24
24
Rabies Clinic Dogs
69
67
65
Wading pools
6
6
6
Cats
0
0
453
Whirlpools (Special purpose)
1
1
1
Animal Bites
Septic tank installation
Canine
13
17
28
Repair
2
0
0
Feline
3
5
5
New
2
2
1
Other
3
0
1
Syringe licenses
1
2
4
Trailer permits (temporary)
0
0
1
Inspection of Livestock
Frozen desserts
5
3
7
Horses
32
31
31
Catering permits
6
7
5
Beef cattle
2
2
2
Temporary food permits
66
60
65
Goats
24
24
24
Methyl alcohol license
22
21
24
Deer
15
15
15
Asbestos abatements
68
65
51
Lab facilities
1
1
1
rDNA permits
1
2
3
Barns and facilities
19
19
19
Massage Establishment
3
3
5
Poultry
11
11
11
Massage Therapist
7
6
10
Tanning Salon
0
1
1
Canine Data
Leash law violations
47
31
24
STD's and AIDS are reported
to Lexington by the
Unlicensed dog violations
237
325
223
State. There have been an aggregate total of
Unlicensed dog notices
526
830
820
eleven cases of AIDS reported
from 1984 to date.
Complaints of violations filed
STD's /AIDS
1991
1992
1993
in Concord District Court
0
25
0
Gonorrhea
5
4
8
Syphillis
1
0
1
Complaints
Chlamydia
17
13
19
Biting Dogs
19
21
30
AIDS Aggregate
9
9
11
Dog hearings IAW Chapter 140
0
0
1
Dogs picked up and redeemed
Communicable Diseases
at the shelter
28
25
21
Animal bites
20
22
30
Dogs killed by cars
1
5
2
Campylobacter
11
20
3
Dogs released to Humane Society
0
0
0
Chicken pox
18
20
20
Dogs adopted
2
4
1
Giardiasis
5
6
6
Deer killed by cars
0
0
4
Hepatitis
3
8
11
Measles
0
0
0
Meningitis
3
0
10
Salmonella
5
5
4
Purtussis
0
0
2
Fifth Disease
0
0
2
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 43
Board of Appeals
During 1993 the Board dealt with 73 petitions,
almost exactly the same number as in 1992. Of
these, 21 sought variances from dimensional
controls. There were 45 applications for special
permits, six requests for determinations that a
proposed change from a special permit was minor
and did not require a hearing, and one appeal
from a decision by the Building Commissioner.
The largest number of special permit applications
dealt with free- standing or hanging signs. Ten
such permits were granted, one was withdrawn
and another continued to 1994. The Board
recognizes the valuable contributions made by
the Design Advisory Committee in reviewing
and working with applicants prior to the hearings.
Six applications involved serving food or
beverage or providing take -out food. All were
for new businesses and all were granted for a
period of one year - as is the custom of the Board
regarding new establishments that meet all other
requirements, including impact upon the
surrounding neighborhood. One application,
which was granted, was for permission to sell
coffee at a bookstore.
The remaining special permit applications, all
of which were granted, included: three home
offices, one new and two renewals; two antenna
locations; three expansion of nonconforming
residences and one expansion of a recreational
facility; a minor revision to a comprehensive
permit; two common driveways; one to
demolish and replace a nonconforming shed;
two for accessory apartments; two for operation
of recreational facilities, one new and one
renewal; one to reduce landscape requirements;
two concerning nurseries, one renewal and one
expansion; five involving various aspects of
commercial establishments, including two
renewals; and one special permit with site plan
review of a large development previously
approved by Town Meeting.
Of the requests for variances, 18 were granted,
two denied and one withdrawn. In all cases
where a variance was granted, there was a
finding of hardship resulting from soil
conditions or the shape or topography of the lot.
The appealed decision by the Building
Commissioner was overturned.
For most of the year, regular members were
Anne R. Scigliano, chairman; Francis W. K.
Smith, vice - chairman; John J. McWeeney;
Robert V. Whitman; and Edwin P. Whittemore.
During November, Anne Scigliano reached the
end of her second five -year appointment, and
was replaced by Robert F. Sacco, who had
previously been an associate. Francis Smith
became chairman, and John McWeeney, vice
chairman. Associates were Nyles N. Barnert,
Eric T. Clarke, Natalie H. Riffin, Arthur C.
Smith, Judith J. Uhrig and (from November)
Joseph A. Campbell and Lynne C. Wilson.
Elinor Greenway is the administrative clerk.
Petitions heard by the board of appeals in 1993
are listed in the order in which hearings were
scheduled. Decisions may have been subject to
conditions. For details please see the decisions
on file with the Town Clerk.
January
45 Hartwell Ave., MIT/Lincoln Lab. A special
permit for a free - standing sign was granted.
2 Cutler Farm Rd., Alex Wiedmann.
Variances from front and side yard setbacks were
granted for a carport.
32 Waltham St., Dagwood's Deli. A special
permit for a new restaurant in Lexington Center
was granted for one year. (Expires 1/31/94).
Land abutting 8 Dee Rd., Appeal of John
Schoppet. An appeal was granted and the
decision of the Building Commissioner that two
lots have been combined by use was overturned.
February
90 Hancock St., Harold and Helen Millican.
A special permit for a recreational facility, an
enclosed swimming pool, was renewed for five
years. (Expires 2/13/98).
10 Muzzey St., Beverly Bitarelli. A special
permit to sell coffee at the Darrow Bookstore
was granted.
8 Bicentennial Dr., Charles Tang. A special
permit for a satellite antenna in the front yard
was granted.
277 Bedford St., Mobil Oil Corp. Variances
from dimensional controls to install a canopy at
the Heritage Mobil Station were granted.
277 Bedford St., Mobil Oil Corp. A special
permit to modify the landscape screening
requirement at Heritage Mobil was granted.
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94 Hartwell Ave., Hartwell House. The board
determined that the proposed enclosure of the
patio is minor and a public hearing will not be
required.
Land off Waltham St., Trammel Crow
Residential. A comprehensive permit was
modified, based on revised plans, for a
residential development of 198 rental units on
18 acres to be known as Lexington Ridge.
March
121 Hartwell Ave., Varian Vacuum Products.
The board determined that the proposed
enclosure of a hazardous materials storage area
is a minor revision to the special permit and a
public hearing will not be required.
26 Barberry Rd., Norman and Betty Paul.
A special permit for a home office was renewed
for five years. (Expires 2/24/98)
47 Coolidge Ave., Barry and Eleanor Elkin.
A variance from the front yard setback to extend
the entry way was granted.
8 Minute Man Ln., Roland and Valeria
Clarke. A variance from the front yard setback
to add an entry way /foyer was denied.
3 Forest St., Alice Hecht and Richard Burck.
Variances from the front and side yard setbacks
for bay windows were granted.
443 Lincoln St.,Albert Piantedosi. A variance
to allow the temporary parking of vehicles
within a fenced in area was extended for five
years. (Expires 3/1/98)
7 White Pine Ln., Joy Gila Lindsley. A
special permit for a home office was granted
for one year. (Expires 4/30/94)
April
927 and 945 Waltham St., Nicholas
Cannalonga. A special permit to operate a
nursery and roadside stand was granted for two
years. (Expires 4/24/95)
33 Marrett Rd., Museum of our National
Heritage. A special permit for a free - standing
sign to announce new exhibits was granted.
329 Marrett Rd., Ann Bergin. A special permit
for a free - standing sign was granted.
1 -3 Sherman St., Battle Green Realty. A
variance to increase the net floor area in a
nonconforming three -unit dwelling was granted.
Board of Appeals (continued)
8 Carmel Cir., New England Construction 21 Ledgelawn Ave., Susan and Don Amsel. A
Corp. Aspecial permit for a common driveway special permit to expand a nonconforming
was granted. dwelling was granted.
475 Bedford St., The Lexington Club. A
special permit for a satellite antenna on the roof
was granted.
3 Forest St., Alice Hecht and Richard Burck.
A variance from the front yard setback for a
chimney was granted.
64 Shade St., Sharlene and Francis Alspaugh.
A variance from the front yard setback to add a
second- story overhang was granted.
46 Bedford St., Shell Oil Co. A variance from
the front yard setback to install a canopy at a
gasoline station was granted.
46 Bedford St., Shell Oil Co. A special permit
for additional signage on the canopies was granted.
141 Massachusetts Ave., Joseph Valerio. A spe-
cial permit for a Dunkin' Donuts satellite franchise
was granted for one year. (Expires 9/1/94)
May
186 Bedford St., Eliot Community Human
Services. A special permit for a free - standing
sign was granted.
297 Bedford St., Nancy Butters. A special
permit for a home office was renewed for tive
years. (Expires 5/1/98)
85A Pleasant St., Isaac and Lill Silvera. A spe-
cial permit for a common driveway was granted.
June
1729 Massachusetts Ave., Steve's Ice Cream.
The board determined that an extension of
operation hours is a minor revision to the special
permit and a public hearing is not required.
82 Ward St., Georgi Bland. A variance from
the side yard setback for a deck was granted.
200 Follen Rd., Allen Hearn and Nancy
Nolan. Special permits to convert a one - family
to a two - family dwelling by expanding over a
nonconforming garage were granted.
20 Middleby Rd., Tova and Ron Cohen.
Variances from the front yard setback for front
steps and a porch were granted.
2 Grove St., Philip and Mary Hamilton. A
special permit to demolish and replace a
nonconforming shed was granted.
149 Old Spring St., Chinese Bible Church. A
request for signage was withdrawn with the
board's approval.
199 Massachusetts Ave., Nick's Place. A
special permit for a new restaurant was granted
for one year. (Expires 9/1/94)
Board of Appeals: Seated, Judith Uhrig, Anne Scigliano, Administrative Clerk Elinor Greenway
and Natalie Riffin. Standing, Edwin Whittemore, Vice Chairman John McWeeney, Chairman
Francis Smith, Robert Whitman and Robert Sacco. Photo: Ray Barnes.
33 Taft Ave., Shawn and Rosalind Seitz. A
special permit was granted to expand a
nonconforming dwelling.
20 Chase Ave., Carol and Ronald Monzillo.
A variance from the front yard setback to replace
and extend a front porch was granted.
482 Bedford St., Beth Israel and Children's
Hospitals. A special permit to install two
standing signs was granted.
150 East St., Doran Farms. A special permit
was modified to use property at 168 and 172-
174 East Street to mature potted plants to sell at
Doran Farms. (Expires 12/31/94)
August
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 45
700 Waltham St., John P. Carroll. A special
permit to pick up and keep cars on the premises
was renewed for five years. (Expires 7/18/98)
959 Waltham St., Lexington Lodge of Elks.
A special permit was modified to install a walk -
in cold room at the rear of the lodge building.
577 and 581 Marrett Rd., Con -Rel, Inc. A
special permit to allow office and yard storage
facilities in the CS District was granted for five
years. (Expires 9/30/98)
137 Massachusetts Ave., Chicken Express &
Seafood. •A special permit for a take -out -food
establishment was granted for one year. (Expires
10/1/94)
September
108 -110 Bow St. and Abutting Vacant Lot,
Vanda and Frank Ponte. Variances to relocate
the lot line between two nonconforming lots
were denied.
21 Moreland Ave., Joseph Fournier. A special
permit was granted to expand a nonconforming
dwelling.
475 Bedford St., The Lexington Club. A special
permit was granted for a free - standing sign.
19 Utica St., Richard M. Corazzini. A
variance was granted from the 2.5 -story
residential height restriction to add dormers and
create a third floor.
428 Lowell St., Stephen A. O'Neill. A variance
from the setback to a side street was granted for
a garage with second floor addition.
Board of Appeals (continued)
987 Waltham St., Lexington Ridge. A special 55 Hill St., Lexington Golf Club. A variance
permit to install construction signage larger than from the front yard setback for an addition to
allowed in the bylaw was granted. the clubhouse was granted.
482 Bedford St., Beth Israel and Children's 55 Hill St., Lexington Golf Club. Special
Hospitals. A variance from the side yard setback permits to expand the clubhouse and modify the
to install a bulk oxygen storage tank was granted. transition area screening were granted.
80 Bedford St., James and Mary Johnston.
A special permit for an accessory apartment in
the coachhouse was granted.
October
55 Gleason Rd., Daniel Crovo. A variance
from the front yard setback for additions to a
nonconforming dwelling was granted.
442 Marrett Rd., Joseph Bridge Realty Trust.
A special permit for a free - standing sign was
granted.
315 Woburn St., Thrifty Car Rental. A
special permit to operate a car rental service at
Countryside Plaza was granted.
12 Glen Rd., Richard and Christine Lunt. A
variance from the side yard setback for an
attached garage with room above was
withdrawn with the board's approval.
1707 -Rear Massachusetts Ave., Overall
Music. A special permit for a projecting sign
was granted.
1666 Massachusetts Ave., Lexington Square
Pizza and Restaurant. A special permit for a
restaurant was renewed for one year and the
hours extended. (Expires 12/31/94)
321A Woburn St., Changhai. A special permit
for a Chinese take out food service at
Countryside Plaza was granted for one year.
(Expires 12/31/94)
178 Lowell St., Mediplex of Lexington. The
board determined that the proposed additional
beds in the Alzheimer unit is a minor revision
and a public hearing is not required.
November
135 Maple St., Antoinette Hitchcock. A
variance from the side yard setback for a carport
was granted.
16 Lake St., Richard and Karen Bechtel.
Variances from the rear yard setback and setback
to a side street for additions were granted.
December
321A Woburn St., Changhai. The board
determined that the extension of the Sunday
operating hours is a minor revision and a public
hearing is not required.
2 Forbes Rd., Loral. The Board determined that
the proposed extension of the shipping /receiving
deck and relocation of a storage shed is a minor
revision and no public hearing is required.
987 Waltham St., Lexington Ridge. The
hearing for a special permit for two standing
signs as permanent signage was continued to
January 1994.
Vacant Land Between 673 and 753 Waltham
St., Carroll Brothers. Special permits to
operate a recreational golf facility in the RO
District to be known as Stone Meadow Golf and
to install a free - standing sign were granted.
Vacant Lot on Lowell Street, Woodhaven
Realty Trust. A special permit with site plan
review (SPS) for a 62 -unit condominium
development to be known as Locke Village was
granted.
Lexington Center Committee
The Lexington Center Committee is appointed
by the selectmen to assist in matters pertaining
to Lexington Center.
This past year was marked by the death of Jack
Eddison, our selectman representative of many
years and our guiding light. Jack possessed
inexhaustible energy and enthusiasm which he
combined with an ability to get things
accomplished. He loved Lexington and
especially the center and worked hard and
effectively to maintain it as a vibrant place for
all to enjoy! His contributions over the years
are immeasurable.
During this past year LCC addressed issues
ranging from bikeway safety, Emery Park
design, Battlegreen signage, traffic safety,
Lexpress parking and benches. LCC worked
with several other active committees including
Design Advisory Committee, Chamber of
Commerce, Historic Districts Commission,
Transportation Advisory Committee and all
others who strive to make Lexington a good
place to live and work.
Installing benches in Lexington Center
continued. This project has been well received
and Steve Hurley of our committee deserves a
lion's share of the credit. This past year Steve
worked with Boston Edison Co. to pave the
sidewalk in front of their building with brick
and improve the plantings. Additionally, two
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 46
new benches were installed along this stretch
of sidewalk.
Working with the Buckman Tavern Committee
and Guy Doran, a beautiful circular bench was
installed at the Tavern. This bench encircles a
large tree and provides a wonderful spot to pause
while touring the Battlegreen area.
The Emery Park project is ongoing and difficult
to resolve. The Americans for Disabilities Act
requires handicap access to Lexpress buses.
This in turn requires safety for people with
disabilities using Lexpress. Bob Ossman and
Steve Hurley have been active in working on
this sensitive issue and seeking to find solutions
to accommodate all the interested parties. All
agree that Emery Park is a treasure to preserve
for the town.
Parking is an ongoing project and this past year
the Lexington Chamber of Commerce took an
active roll in assessing the problem and
searching for solutions. LCC will work with
the Lexington Chamber to implement as many
of their solutions as is possible.
Committee Members: Ed Barsamian, Carla
Fortman, Fay Bussgang, Steve Hurley, Morton
Kahan, Bob Ossman, Judith Uhrig, Les Savage,
Marjorie Weertz, Leo McSweeney, selectmen's
representative and David Wells, Chairman.
Planning Board
There was little development activity during
1993. Not a single definitive subdivision plan
(the final approval stage) was approved. Four
sketch plans and two preliminary subdivision
plans were approved.
New Development Regulations
On November 15, 1993, after two and one half
years of review and revision, the Planning Board
voted to adopt new Development Regulations.
The design standards of the Subdivision
Regulations had not been thoroughly reviewed
since 1964. The new Development Regulations
include: new Subdivision Regulations; new
Rules for when the Planning Board acts as
special permit granting authority under the
Zoning By -Law; and new standards to
determine the adequacy of the grade and
construction of an unaccepted street for
construction of a new house.
Three characteristics of the proposed
Development Regulations are the most
significant changes from the 1986 and 1964
Regulations they replace:
• There are specific schedules for prompt
action + by the Planning Board and the
applicant/developer + in the plan review and
plan execution stages. These schedules
require a business -like and professional
approach by both the applicant/developer
and the Planning Board and the Town's
professional staff.
A greater emphasis on
consumer protection. The
buyers of a house will have
greater assurance they will
move into a finished product.
• Improved design standards that
place a greater emphasis on site
planning sensitive to the
natural features of the land.
Zoning Amendments
The Planning Board proposed, and Town
Meeting approved, one amendment to the
Zoning By -Law dealing with deviations from
Town Meeting approved plans in the RD,
Planned Residential, and CD, Planned
Commercial districts.
Part A lowered from ten percent to five percent
the allowable increase in floor area to qualify
for being considered a minor revision. The
added language says that developer cannot
increase the number of dwelling units in the
approved RD district.
Part B gives a more precise definition of what
is not allowed in a revision to a special permit
in an RD district. The added sentence says: an
increase in either net floor area or the maximum
number of dwelling units cannot qualify as a
minor revision to final or definitive plans.
Members and Staff
In the 1993 Annual Town Election, Richard L.
Canale was elected to a five year term on the
Planning Board. Jacqueline B. Davison, Clerk,
will serve until 1997; Edmund C. Grant, until
1996; Robert H. Domnitz, Vice Chairman, until
1995. David G. Williams, Chairman, has
completed seven years of service.
The following members served as the Board's
representatives to other committees: Richard
Canale to the Hanscom Area Towns Committee
(HATS II) composed of members from Bedford,
Concord, Lexington and Lincoln; Robert
Domnitz to the Cambridge Reservoir Watershed
Advisory Committee; David Williams to the
Metropolitan State Hospital Land Use Task
Force and the Lexington Center Committee;
Robert Domnitz to the Lighting Options
Committee; Richard Canale to the Minuteman
Commuter Bikeway Committee; and Jacqueline
Davison as liaison to the Lexington Center
Committee, the Metropolitan State Hospital
Land Task Force and the Design Advisory
Committee. Robert Bowyer, Planning Director,
served on the Ad Hoc Advisory Committee on
Transportation. Joseph Marino, Assistant
Planner, served as staff to the Metropolitan State
Hospital Land Use Task Force.
Staff: Robert A. Bowyer, Planning Director
Joseph A. Marino, Assistant Planner
Elissa Tap, Clerk
Subdivision Plans: Webb and Woburn
669 Massachusetts Ave.
Planning Board: From left Assistant Planner Joseph Marino, Planning Director Robert Bowyer,
Jacqueline Davison, Robert Domnitz, David 1M1Uams and Richard Canale. Not pictured, Staffer Elissa Tapp.
Photo: Ray Barnes.
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 47
Conservation Commission
The Lexington Conservation Commission
marked its 30th anniversary last year as
interpreter and enforcer of federal laws, state
regulations and local bylaws relating to wetlands
protection and conservation. The commission
works with homeowners and developers,
guiding them in preventing damage to wetlands,
open space, and watershed drainage areas. In
1993 the commission, under its regulatory
responsibility, acted on 12 Notices of Intent, 11
Requests for Determination, two Enforcement
Orders, and three Emergency Certifications.
In its role as protector of open space and
wetlands the commission also works with
neighboring towns and the City of Cambridge
and the State Highway Department.
The commission oversees more than 1200 acres
of conservation land acquired, mainly in past
years, through purchase and gifts. The
recreational value of these lands is enhanced
through protection, maintenance and education
by the following groups: 1) the Citizens for
Lexington Conservation which lobbies and
educates for conservation measures and has been
called `the environmental conscience of the
town'; 2) the Conservation Stewardship
Committee which provides many hours of
volunteer work in maintaining the physical
condition and upkeep of conservation land; 3)
the Community Garden Program headed by
Associate Conservation Commissioner Paul
Riffin which manages citizen vegetable and
flower gardens on conservation land; and 4) and
a summer crew of college students employed
by the Conservation Commission which spends
the summer building, maintaining and repairing
trails, bridges, signs, etc. on conservation land.
The crew this year consisted of Andrew
McWeeney, Eric Adler and Michael Broderick.
The fiscally lean years have had an impact on
the land acquisition program and the
commission has had to rely on the generosity of
landowners to acquire land. The Lexington
Nature Trust Fund, which depends on donations,
is used for management, acquisition and
beautification of open space in Lexington.
In addition, the Gordon /Sousa Trust was
established to maintain the Juniper Hill
Conservation area. Mr. Hugh Gordon and Mr.
& Mrs. Richard Sousa worked with David
Williams in establishing and funding the trust.
This is the first private trust for maintenance of
conservation land, but we hope it is not the last.
As town monies become scarce, the town must
rely more on the generosity of its citizens.
Lexington is truly blessed with people who
contribute their resources to help maintain the
quality of life in Lexington.
The commission holds biweekly meetings to
review proposals for development which may
impact wetlands, to take care of the quasi -
judicial charge of the commission and to discuss
land management and environmental protection.
A major accomplishment of the commission this
year was the completion of the Brook Cleaning
and Watershed Management Study which
produced several lay and technical manuals on
the subject and initiated action on brook
management.
The commission consists of Chairman Joyce
Miller, Vice - Chairman Robert Stewart, and
members Angela Frick (serving her 25th year),
Lisa Baci, Richard Wolk, David Langseth, and
Philip Hamilton. Marilyn Nordby continues as
Conservation Administrator and Linda Gaudet
as Administrative Assistant.
Conservation Commission: Front, Lisa Baci, Robert Stewart Chairman Joyce Miller and Richard Wolk. Rear, Angela Frick,
Administrator Marilyn Nordby and Secretary Linda Gaudet. Photo: Ray Barnes.
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 48
Conservation Land Inventory
Summary 1964 - 1993 Year(s) Reimbursements Net Cost
Voted /Given Acres Total Cost Federal State to Town
Total Land Acquisition 1123.3 $5,227,786 $335,406 $1,199,031 $3,693,349
Precinct 1
Cataldo Reservation
'74'84*
5.4
6,150
6,150
Great Meadow Expansion
'74'82
1.9
3,857
3,857
Lillian Road at Munroe Brook
'92
1.1
transfer
-
Orchard Crossing
188189#
8.5
gift
-
Whipple Hill
'63'66- 7'74'77*
119.6
142,489
47,487 35,020
59,982
Precinct 2
Bowman Park Expansion
'75
1.2
18,000
9,000
9,000
Daisy Wilson
'78
8.0
75,995
37,997
37,998
Dunback Meadow (portion) **
'65-6'72'77-8-9'80-1 *# 60.8
374,147
87,100 87,050
199,997
Liberty Heights
'74*
5.5
9,596
4,618
4,978
West Farm
'66'76'77'85*
12.8
323,000
12,100
310,900
Precinct 3
Brookhaven
189#
3.3
gift
-
Concord Avenue Area
'71,'79#
29.9
102,890
49,534
53,356
Dunback Meadow (portion) **
See Precinct 2
109.7
Hayden Woods
'69'77 -8'81*
78.9
152,598
68,304 38,540
45,754
Juniper Hill
'70'72'74#
28.4
120,413
56,872
63,541
Metropolitan State Hospital
'73#
6.2
gift
-
Philbrook Terrace
189#
2.0
gift
-
Waltham Line
'77*
12.0
transfer
-
Waltham Street Farms
'72'76 -7 *#
41.5
300,450
154,225
146,225
Precinct 4
Upper Vine Brook
'72'75 -6
25.7
121,443
55,803
65,640
Precinct 5
Lower Vine Brook/Pinard Woods
'68- 9'75'78 - 9'81'85 *#
98.5
339,235
42,069 147,200
149,966
Munroe Brook Pond
'85#
3.1
gift
-
Pheasant Brook Estates 1
'85'89#
4.6
gift
-
Pheasant Brook Estates II
190#
29.7
gift
-
Shaker Glen
'73
16.8
85,636
41,143
44,493
Tower Park Expansion
'87
2.3
180,000
180,000
Precinct 6
Chiesa Farm
'76'85
23.1
1,592,500
46,125
1,546,375
Hammer Hill
'79
0.9
gift
-
Parker Meadow
'76'79'80
17.7
237,000
60,000
177,000
Willard's Woods Expansion
'64'66'67'79*
36.2
116,786
32,906 17,997
65,883
Woodland Bird Sanctuary
'89#
7.2
gift
-
Precinct 7
Burlington Strip
'71'77*
8.6
106,097
106,097
Paint Mine
'75'77*
35.5
8,811
2,000
6,811
Simonds Brook North
'70'76 -7'82#
57.7
291,736
38,526 131,600
121,610
Simonds Brook South
'68'70'79
20.7
49,028
19,014 12,006
18,008
Turning Mill Pond
'77'78'85#
9.7
5,000
5,000
Turning Mill Road
'89#
4.4
gift
-
Precinct 8
Hastings Sanctuary
'71
1.7
6,000
6,000
Meagherville
'66'77 *#
40.0
gift/transfer
-
Meaghervdle Lots
191#
0.4
gift
-
Poor Farm
'83*
10.7
transfer
-
Valley Road
'82*
3.2
transfer
-
Precinct 9
128 Greenbelt
'78*
11.7
transfer
-
Bates Road
191*
9.3
transfer
-
Cranberry Hill
'77
24.6
73,929
15,201
58,728
Fiske Hill
'78'84*
10.2
transfer
-
Idylwilde
'75
9.4
200,000
100,000
100,000
Katandin Woods
'77'80
33.3
185,000
85,000
100,000
Katandin Woods
'89#
4.2
gift
-
Tophet Swamp
'81*
25.5
transfer
-
part Town-owned transfer
part gift
* *Dunback Meadow, the largest piece of town conservation land, is located in
both precincts 2 and 3. See precinct 2 for cost.
Another 150 acres are protected by
restrictions and easements given to the town by residents.
The largest are: Munroe Brook, 65.7
acres; Tophet Swamp/Kiln Brook, 34.3 acres; Potter's Pond,
15.1 acres; and Vine Brook, 9 acres. The others are small tracts
ranging on down to 0.1 acre. Boston Edison Company licenses 26.4 acres.
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 - Page 49
Permanent Building Committee
Responsibility for constructing town buildings
rests with the Permanent Building Committee
(PBC). Working with the Town Manager and
the departments using the structures, the
committee oversees preparing bid documents,
selecting contractors, fulfilling contract
obligations by vendor and town, and settling
differences over performance and payment.
The needs of police, fire and the schools were
top on the committee's agenda as the year opened.
Fire facility modernizations had already been
identified. But as Town Meeting approached,
communication and dispatch consolidation of
both police and fire became a primary concern
in order to prepare the town for enhanced 911
service phase -in due for 1994
By year's end, committee members had toured
an exemplary dispatch facility in Portsmouth,
Building / Inspection
Last year it was noted that a new Department of
Inspectional Services was created. This new de-
partment was formed by combining the former
Building Department, Board of Appeals, Board
of Health, Animal Control, Conservation Com-
mission and Historic Districts Commission. All
of these offices were relocated to Room G -11
in the Town Hall.
The primary goal of this reorganization was to
provide a one -stop permitting agency which can
more effectively handle all questions which deal
with obtaining permits. Towards this goal, several
new documents have been created to assist home-
owners and new business owners to better under-
stand the permitting process. Also, many permit
applications have been combined and the use of
computers has been increased to reduce the
amount of paperwork necessary and to hopefully
make the permitting process less overwhelming.
The Building Division is responsible for
enforcing the State Building Code, Uniform
State Plumbing and Gas Code and the State
Electrical Code. This involves plan review,
permit issuance, inspection of all building,
electrical, plumbing, gas and mechanical
construction in the Town, including new
structures, additions, alterations and repairs.
A high level of construction continued in 1993.
Single family home construction continued in
subdivisions at Pheasant Brook Estates, Carriage
Drive, Royal Circle, Taylor Lane, and Orchard
Crossing, along with several single family
NH and selected contractors to prepare plans
and specifications, so that 1994 Town Meeting
can act on the go -ahead for combining
communications and dispatch facilities at the
police headquarters.
PBC requested the 1993 Town Meeting to
appropriate funds to study school plant and
programs. Town Meeting's response was to
more than double the amount; it expanded the
committee's assignment to encompass a study
of all town buildings except the Center Pool
Complex, all for $200,000.
The schools' study began at the end of the 1992-
93 school year and was virtually completed
before year's end. This study will form a basis
for capital and maintenance planning and
shaping the fit between school program and
facilities. A similar study of 18 town buildings
is well underway, promising similar results in
structures constructed on scattered sites. A new
phenomenon has cropped up involving the
demolition of existing houses and the
construction of new larger houses on scattered
sites. A total of 27 permits were issued for the
construction of single family houses in both
subdivisions and on scattered sites.
Perhaps of most interest is a permit issued for
Lexington Ridge, located on Waltham Street at
the Waltham/Lexington town line. This is a large
apartment complex consisting of 198
apartments, 30 garage bays, 29 carport spaces,
a clubhouse and a recycling center. The
clubhouse was completed in 1993. Occupancy
of the dwelling units is expected to occur in 1994.
time for 1994 and future Town Meeting action.
In getting timely and conscientious work from
the consultants and architects, the committee has
been aided immensely by John Moynihan of the
school department, the chiefs of Fire and Police,
the Engineering Department and citizens with
expertise in electronics.
At this time the committee and Town Manager
are rethinking the operating relationships between
staff and volunteers, particularly in light of the
resignation December 31 of long -time committee
member and chairman William P. Kennedy.
Committee members in 1993: Chairman William
P. Kennedy, Theodore M. Edson, Peter D.
Johnson, John Kennedy, James J. Scanlon, Daniel
L. McCabe, schools; Mary Lou Touart, schools
and library; Acting Police Chief Christopher
Casey and Fire Chief John D. Bergeron.
The Building Division is also responsible for
enforcing the State Architectural Access Board
regulations involving handicapped accessibility
to buildings. Any issues regarding requirements
for handicapped accessibility are handled by this
division.
The Sealer of Weights & Measures works under
the jurisdiction of the Building Division to
determine the accuracy of all weights and
measuring devices in commercial and public use
within the Town.
Steven R. Frederickson, P.E.
Director of Inspectional Services
Building Commissioner
BUILDING INSPECTION DEPARTMENT
Calendar Year 1993 Annual Report
PART I —Total Permit Activity
Year Bldg. Elec. Llbg/Gas All Construction* Family Family
Alterations
1993 792 857 698 $29,674,410 27 7 **
709
1992 789 790 716 $17,256,673 27 —
651
1991 777 875 690 $16,052,092 25 5
642
1990 743 768 708 $16,259,415 25 5
642
1989 782 859 749 $21,540,312 36 0
709
*Actual construction valuation is higher * *Lexington Ridge (198 apartments)
PART II — Explicit Breakdown of Building Permits
New Units - Residential 29 (2 access. apt.) Repairs /Alterations
258
New Units - Commercial — Stoves
11
Additions - Residential 179 Swimming Pools
5
Additions - Commercial 134 Roofing /Siding
160
Miscellaneous l34 Garages /Carports
21
Sheds
17
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 50
Design Advisory Committee
The Design Advisory Committee (DAC) was
appointed by the selectmen to assist it and the
town in applying professional design standards
to new structures, renovations and landscape
improvements.
DAC was greatly saddened when its founder,
Jack Eddison, passed away. He was our greatest
supporter and source of savvy advice. We miss
him, but the memory of him continues to inspire
us. DAC is fortunate to have his wife Betty as
our new liaison to the selectmen.
Planning for the improvement of Emery Park/
Depot Square progressed under a Study Group
co- chaired by Don Olson and Steve Hurley.
Olson prepared an early plan sketch last summer,
reflecting town input to that point.
This plan is being presented to as many groups
as possible to get feedback. Response to the
plan was mostly favorable, but itmetopposition
from a majority of the Field And Garden Club
members and others who objected to
LEXPRESS encroaching onto the park. The
Study Group is exploring alternatives that might
be acceptable to all groups.
DAC and the Lexington Center Committee
continue to explore more possible locations for
donated teak benches and will soon make
recommendations for sites in the Center and East
Lexington. DAC members assisted in designing
a new hexagonal tree bench and brick paving at
Buckman Tavern memorializing the Doran
Family `100th anniversary, and in locating four
standard teak benches, a steel trash container and
brick paving in front of the Boston Edison
building on Mass. Ave.
The DAC reviewed 19 Board of Appeals applica-
tions and made design recommendation on signs,
architectural details and landscaping. Included
was the Lexington Ridge rental housing project
on Waltham Street, where DAC was instrumental
in softening the impact of a large community
building by recommending more detail on the
facade facing Waltham Street, better color and
Design Advisory Committee: Front, Chairman John Frey, Clerk Betsy Whitman, Selectman
Liaison Betty Eddison and Barbara Hulshizer. Rear, Hubert Murray, Alternate Carl Oldenberg,
Tom Coffman and Steve Hurley. Photo: John Frey.
judicious landscape screening as well as Lighting Options
reducing the size and amount of signage.
Committee members continue to advise on the
bikeway in terms of safety, final punch list
inspection, planting and plant removal
recommendations, and a bridge replacement.
The Tree Committee, a small group of interested
citizens including several DAC members,
worked closely with Brian Gilbert, the town's
new Superintendent of Trees and Parks, to get
grants for street tree planting and administration.
Gilbert got a $23,000 grant from the Small
Business Administration and another $2,000
from the MASS ReLeaf Program.
Committee members: John Frey, chairman,
Elizabeth Whitman, clerk, Karen Bechtel,
Thomas Coffman, Barbara Hulsizer, Steven
Hurley, Hubert Murray, Margaret Read and John
Vinton.
Associates: Gary Larson, Don Olson, Robert
Ossman, Carl Oldenburg and Walter Pierce.
Liaison members; Elizabeth Eddison,
selectmen, Jacqueline Davison, Planning Board,
Vivian Berman, Arts Council, Myla Kabat -Zinn,
East Lexington Association.
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 51
The Lexington Lighting Options Committee
(LLOC) continued to advise selectmen on street
light issues.
The LLOC is working to achieve an energy
efficient street lighting system that will preserve
the nighttime character of the town.
The past year, LLOC designed a demonstration
project of color- corrected, energy - efficient street
lights which will be installed on a number of
streets. The committee was assisted by Ripman
Lighting Consultants and resident Paul
Chernick, and with the cooperation of the
DPW's Engineering Department and Boston
Edison.
From this project, recommendations will be
made to the selectmen regarding a townwide
changeover to more energy efficient lights.
Members: Myla Kabat -Zinn, chairman, John
Davies, Peter Kovner, and Don Olson.
Recreation Department
1993 brought change to the Recreation
Department. Joan Halverson, the Recreation
Director who had been with the Department since
1978, left the department and moved to
Pennsylvania. Margaret Whitesell, the Program
Coordinator, was appointed Acting Director for
the interim period before the selection of a new
Director. After a nationwide search which
attracted 210 applications, Margaret Whitesell
was hired to fill the position starting on December
13. The Recreation Committee and staff look
forward to working with the new Director.
Also, during 1993, Frederick DeAngelis was
appointed to the committee to fill the vacancy
which occurred when Margaret Keeping
resigned. Early in the year, the committee
welcomed a new Parks Superintendent, Brian
Gilbert. Brian regularly attends the Recreation
meetings helping to create a stronger bond of
cooperation between DPW and Recreation.
The Recreation Department, which is funded
through its Enterprise Fund, attempts to set fees
that will make programs self - supporting without
jeopardizing participation. The increase in fees
over the past several years coupled with a
softening economy has created increased
requests for scholarship aid, traditionally met
through the fee structure. With scholarship
requests now totaling several thousand dollars,
the Committee will seek donations from local
bus inesses and service groups to meet the needs.
Four times a year, the Recreation Department
mails a seasonal program brochure to every
Lexington household. Activities for
preschoolers through adults are included, and
the committee is planning to add specific
programs for senior citizens in 1994. Programs
offered range from summertime swimming
lessons and "Camp for All" to singing and skiing
in the winter. Youth swimming lessons at the
pools were so popular during the summer of
1993 that the Department
intends to offer lessons at the
Old Res next summer in order
to accommodate more
children in the "Learn to
Swim" program. Programs
for all ages and abilities are
fully enrolled as Lexington's
citizens take advantage of the
wide range of opportunities
offered by the Department.
The Recreation Committee,
staff, and Parks Department
are all concerned with the
condition and safety of the playing fields,
playgrounds and open spaces which are
overseen by Recreation. Ongoing
improvements are essential to provide our
citizens with quality recreation areas. Changes
mandated by the Americans with Disabilities Act
(ADA) must be considered by the committee
when upgrading is planned. Fortunately,
revenue from Pine Meadows Golf course gives
Recreation some funds for capital
improvements. For example, the Marvin Street
play area was improved consistent with ADA
guidelines during 1992. Plans for improving
the Garfield Street play area and making it
accessible are underway. Improvements to
Center Community Playground which will
increase its accessibility are planned for the
future. The committee has completed a survey
required by the ADAregarding the accessibility
of all town recreation facilities.
To date, only the upgraded Marvin Street area
conforms to ADA requirements, but the
committee will continue its work to improve the
accessibility of other areas.
Because the center pool complex is fourteen
years old, and the Department is concerned that
regular maintenance and needed rehabilitation
not be neglected; CBI Consulting was hired to
study the complex. The results showed
approximately $80,000 of immediate
maintenance and replacement needs and more
than $90,000 in future needs. With help from
DPW, work that needs to be done immediately
should be completed before the pool reopens in
1994. Some work will he done in- house, while
electrical, plumbing and cement work will be
contracted out. Because of DPW's assistance,
the cost of the needed work should be held to
the $50,000 requested for the pool in
Recreation's 1993 Warrant article.
The Lincoln Park Subcommittee continues to
make improvements to the area with the support
of private donations. A handsome granite sign
now identifies the park at the Lincoln Street
entry and additional plantings were added. The
Lexington Field and Garden Club was very
generous in supporting this ongoing project.
Again in 1993, half of the profits from their
garden tour and party were donated to The
Teresa & Roberta Lee Fitness - Nature Path.
Fund raising plans are being developed for a
new section of boardwalk which will be
designed specifically for citizens who are
visually impaired.
Pine Meadows Golf Course had a very
successful year in 1993 because of the ideal
golfing weather during July and August and the
course being maintained in first -rate condition.
The revenues from Pine Meadows offset some
of the DPW costs attributed to Recreation and
also some program costs. The additional
revenue will also enable Recreation to make
some much needed improvements to
playgrounds and fields. Without these enabling
funds our facilities could not be made accessible
and safe for all our citizens. We must continually
upgrade Pine Meadows in order to keep the
course in satisfactory condition and continue to
attract golfers. During 1993 a new automated
irrigation system was installed on holes 6, 7, 8,
and 9 as well as the practice green. In hopes of
improving play and increasing revenue Levy,
Eldredge and Wagner Associates were hired to
prepare a Pine Meadows Master Plan. This plan
will give the Recreation Committee many
options for improving the playability and
revenue potential of Pine Meadows.
The Recreation Committee and staff invite input
from citizens and other boards as we try to
provide for the recreational needs of all
Lexington residents. Our meetings are usually
held the third Wednesday evening of each
month. The Recreation committee consists of
four members, they are: Harvey Lowell, Don
Chisholm, Sandra Shaw, and Rick DeAngelis.
Recreation Committee: Rick DeAngelis, Lynne Wilson, Sandra Shaw Harvey Lowell and Maggie Whitesell, former
Program Coordinator who replaced Joan Halverson as Administrator in the Fall. Photo:Ray Bames.
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 - Page 52
Recreation Department — Score Card
Recreation Enterprise Income FY93
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 53
1989
1990
1991
1992
1993
Fees
$124,190
$172,548
$397,037
$415,025
$445,718
Reimbursements
0
0
0
0
Revolving Fund
7,139
7,310
10,000
0
Gift Fund
* *63,542
18,794
6,919
6,128
$550
Carryover
28,558
0
Interest
21,226
27,291
$20,230
Golf Course
533,521
522,837
$517,630
Start Up
50,000
0
Total
$194,871
$198,652
$1,047,261
$971,281
$984,128
* *Committee fund raised for Lincoln Park Fitness Path
1993 Programs
Attendance
Cost
Income
Sport Clinics
611
$14,223.09
$32,290.00
Summer Preschool Programs
239
$6,656.42
$8,793.34
Tennis Tournaments
76
$731.98
$470.00
Summer Youth Classes
37
$207.00
$172.00
LABB Activities 1
$462.76
$1,967.18
Adult Gym Programs
204
$2,259.56
$6,485.75
Tennis Reservations
181
$3,514.64
$6,862.00
Youth Tennis Lessons
399
$3,048.62
$7,179.00
Mens Summer/ Fall Basketball
22 teams
$3,689.89
$4,245.00
Ballfields
$20,177.16
$27,334.00
Office Expenses
$112,875.66
$20,230.15
Pool Expenses
5570 tags, 684 /day
$117,798.61
$163,045.60
Res Expenses
416 /day
$23,860.43
$7,522.00
Camp For All
180
$28,899.05
$38,019.33
Youth Golf Lessons
20
$0.00
$300.00
Pine Meadows Golf Course
$299,406.67
$517,629.30
LABB Activities 2
$896.96
$14,277.97
Adult Tennis
198
$3,941.00
$9,060.00
Fall Soccer Clinic
404
$9,153.00
$19,975.00
Field House Morning Program
33
$864.56
$2,511.00
Women's Aerobics
75
$6,905.29
$8,902.75
Spotlight Special Needs
126
$8,424.04
$5,879.00
Adult Programs
389
$8,024.50
$12,157.00
Thursday Ski
162
$14,159.45
$16,459.00
Friday Ski
203
$21,926.15
$25,119.00
Baseball Clinic
100
$4,123.46
$7,197.07
School Year Youth
217
$4,077.50
$5,706.00
School Year Preschool
466
$10,062.94
$13,679.00
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 53
LEXPRESS
The Transportation Advisory Committee (TAC)
continued to evaluate the town's transportation
needs while overseeing the services which
operate in Lexington. Since the town contracts
for both LEXPRESS (its minibus service) and
chair car transportation, the committee focused
on these services.
LEXPRESS connects the residential
neighborhoods with Lexington center, schools,
recreations centers, shopping areas and the
Senior Center. Three buses operate on six
routes, from 7:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. weekdays
and 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Saturdays.
Saturday service is from Labor Day through
June. The chair car service provides door -to-
door transportation for residents who are
mobility limited.
During 1993, LEXPRESS was provided by
Joseph's Limousine Service. With Joseph's
contract ending at the close of the calendar year,
bids from vendors interested in providing the
service were solicited and reviewed. The contract
was awarded to Mini Coach of Boston, which
included new, wheelchair accessible vehicles as
part of its proposal. As 1993 came to a close, the
committee looked forward to providing a wheel
chair accessible service and complying with the
Americans with Disabilities Act.
In FY93, LEXPRESS provided 121,556 rides.
Senior citizens accounted for 21% of those rides,
adults 17 %, and youth 62 percent.
The number of rides taken in FY93 was down
3% from the previous year due to a number of
factors. As the year began, riders were adjusting
to fare increases averaging about 30%. Also,
during the winter months heavy snow was
particularly disruptive for senior riders. Ridership
began to rebound during the second half of FY93
as student ridership steadily increased and senior
citizens returned to using the system.
Lexington's lift- equipped door -to -door van
service was provided by Share -A -Ride, a non-
profit corporation located in Lexington.
Lexington's contract allows for 16 hours of service
two days a week. In 1993, qualified residents took
1,250 rides primarily to medical appointments,
the Senior Center or shopping areas.
The TAC was disappointed that Hudson Bus
Lines discontinued commuter service to Boston
in the fall of 1993. However, the two MBTA
buses that serve the town end at Alewife, where
subway service is available to the city.
Additionally, a new Woburn -to -Logan service
was started by MasspoM providing an attractive,
inexpensive alternative to driving to the airport.
Throughout the year, TAC members have
assisted the Transportation Coordinator Barbara
Lucas in the varied tasks of the position and have
acted as a liaison to the Board of Selectmen and
Town Meeting. The committee welcomes
residents interested in working on transportation
issues or in marketing the services.
Over many years, the Committee benefited
greatly from the input of Jacqueline Smith, the
selectmen's liaison to the committee. Her death
in the spring of 1993 left a void still felt.
However, TAC is already finding that Betty
Eddison, recently appointed to take her place,
has quickly absorbed the issues and is a strong
supporter of public transportation.
Members: Sara Arnold, chair, William Mix, co-
chair, Elizabeth Andrews, Sally Castleman,
Donald Graham, Fred Rosenberg, Nicholas
Santosuosso, Carole Sonduck.
LEXPRESS STATEMENT FY1993
Expenses
Cost of buses
$
314,270.00
Personnel
29,301.00
Benefits
5,180.00
Marketing /Adrrmin.
3,858.74
LEXPRESS Gross Cost
$
352,609.74
Chair Car Service
14,000.00
Total Expenditures
$
366,609.74
INCOME
Farebox/tickets /passes
$
81,375.00
Miscellaneous
1,313.12
Total Fare Revenue
82,688.12
MBTA Grant
80,000
Town of Lexington
203,921.62
Total Revenue
$
366,609.74
1993 Appropriation
225,727.00
Expended
203,921.62
BALANCE
$
21,805.38
LEXPRESS: From left, Fred Rosenberg, Carole Sonduck, ElizabethAndrews, Nicholas San tosuosso, Chairman Sara Arnold,
Transportation Coordinator Barbara Lucas and William Mix. Not pictured, Sally Castleman, Donald Graham and Student
Representative Alison Green. Photo: Ray Barnes.
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 54
Lexington Housing Authority
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Lexington Housing Authority: Front, Betty Flynn and Leona Martin. Rear, John Ryan, Executive
Director Rita Sullivan and Chairman Don Wilson. Photo: Ray Barnes.
The Lexington Housing Authority is a corporate
political body comprised of five members
serving five year terms; four are elected and one
appointed by the Governor through the
Executive Office of Communities &
Development (E.O.C.D.)
The LHA operates under Chapter 121B, and has
the authority to sell tax- exempt bonds or finance
through Federal, State or private sources in order
to provide housing for people with low income.
The local housing authority was established in
1965 and completed, in 1968, its first project,
the William Roger Greeley Village, named for
the maker of the motion establishing the
authority.
Since that time, the LHA mission has expanded
to include various State and Federal programs
which provide rental assistance to low income
families and handicapped individuals.
Rental assistance programs for those qualifying
are administered by the LHA. Landlords re-
ceive rental payments from tenants and the LHA.
In 1993, students from Minuteman Tech again
provided many hours of valued home care to
seniors in the three villages. The school
provides professional supervision and training.
Well- elderly clinics are also held monthly in
each village.
Federal and State governments fund the LHA
payroll and expenses, plus construction and
refurbishing costs. Rents are applied to operating
costs of LHA properties. Since LHA properties
are not taxed, the authority makes an in lieu of
payment to the town.
LHA's ongoing responsibilities include:
Greeley Village; 25 buildings with four
apartments each plus a community building.
State program of 100 subsidies for the elderly.
Vynebrooke Village; four buildings with 12
apartments each plus a community building,
maintenance office and garage.
State program of 48 subsidies for elderly and
handicapped.
Countryside Village; five buildings with 12
apartments each plus a community building
which also houses the LHAoffice, maintenance
workshop and garage. Federal program of 60
subsidies for elderly and handicapped.
State MRVP Programs; nine rental subsidies
for elderly, handicapped and/or family. This
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 55
program was increased by 12 new certificates
from the Department of Mental Health.
State 705 Program: rental subsidy for one low
income family.
State 689 -1: rental subsidies for eight disabled
persons.
State 689 -2: rental subsidies for two
handicapped units.
State 689 -3: rental subsidies for six disabled
persons.
Federal 067 Programs: rental subsidies for 17
single family LHA -owned homes.
Parker Manor Condos: seven units of family,
handicapped and elderly housing; LHA owned.
Bedford Street: duplex house for families;
LHA owned.
Elected authority members: Donald Wilson,
chairman, Nicholas Santosuosso, vice chairman,
Leona W. Martin, treasurer, John E. Ryan,
assistant treasurer. Elizabeth Flynn is the state -
appointed member and Rita L. Sullivan the
executive Director.
LexHAB
This year, LexHAB, the Lexington Housing
Assistance Board, finished a four bedroom
home on Banks Avenue in conjunction with
Minuteman Tech and the Lexington Rotary
Club. The house was built on a tax title lot in
continuation of our scattered site development
program.
Also, last year's Town Meeting authorized the
transfer of land on Phillip Road, from school
use (the land was part of the Bowman School
site), to the selectmen for scattered site housing.
That site, combined with an adjacent tax title
lot, allowed LexHAB to begin the permit
process for two houses.
After much study, the Conservation
Commission granted its approvals. However,
an appeal was filed at the State level, delaying
our building schedule. At this point, LexHAB
has not received final approval from the
Department of Environmental Protection.
LexHAB is working on another site in case all
LexHAB
(continued)
approvals are not in place
prior to September when
the next Minuteman Tech
cycle could begin.
LexHAB now owns 32
dwelling units:
• 26 attached units; six
one - bedroom, 19 two -
bedroom and one three -
bedroom in three
developments;
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LexHAB: From left, Ellie Klauminzer, David Eagle, Marshall Derby, William Hays and Joan Wall. Not pictured,
Donald Wilson, Gerald Howell, Martha Wood and John O'Donnell. Photo: Ray Barnes.
• Six single family houses; two three- bedroom
and four four - bedroom units.
In addition to its development role, LexHAB
represents the town in three ways: it administers
the resale restrictions on owners of units in the
Muzzey condominiums, it serves as the
reporting board for privately developed rental
projects which include affordable units and it
comments on proposed developments with
affordable components.
LexHAB was created in 1984 by Town Meeting
and an act of the state legislature to provide
affordable housing for low and moderate income
families without many of the legal constraints
placed on the Lexington Housing Authority. It
is appointed by the selectmen. Members:
Marshall Derby, chairman, David Eagle,
William Hays, Gerry Howell, Eleanor
Klauminzer, Donald Wilson and Martha Wood.
Joan Wall continues as the able office manager.
Fair Housing
The charge of the Board of Selectmen to the
Fair Housing Committee, before it was
mandated on September 13, 1993 to become the
Fair Housing and Human Relations Committee,
was to "identify and monitor factors which may
impact fair housing in Lexington." Under its
expanded charge, the Committee's `overriding
purpose is to achieve community enrichment as
contributed by citizens with different
backgrounds and heritages."
Further added to the charge was the following
statement: "The committee's human relations
agenda calls for the fair and equitable treatment
of all citizens irrespective of group membership.
Unfair acts that may require redress include: the
use of racial, religious or ethnic epithets or
derogatory remarks; hostile application of rules,
regulations and laws based on a person's
membership in a particular group; restriction of
freedom and threats to safety."
Fair Housing Committee: Front, Leona Martin, Florence Batufin and Marion Kitson. Rear, Oscar
Liu and Chairman Gem Weathers, Photo: Ray Barnes.
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 56
By way of implementing its new charge, the
Committee undertook a review of the School
Department's METCO program and affirmative
action procedures and met with the new Acting
Chief of Police.
Housing Advocacy Met State
The Fair Housing and Human Relations
Committee identified need for low and moderate
income housing for certain groups of Lexington
residents on the former Metropolitan State
Hospital property. These groups included: the
disabled (mentally ill, developmentally
disabled, mobility impaired and sensory
impaired), the elderly, minorities and town
employees.
In advocating for this housing, the committee
obtained support from the Lexington Housing
Authority, the Enablement Committee, the
Human Services Committee and LexHab.
Further, the committee described, in conjunction
with the Alliance for the Mentally Ill, a "vision"
of how the greater Lexington community could
relate to the housing at Met State. The vision
included such components as: community
gardens, a privatized art and hobby center,
outdoor performing arts, a fitness center, a day
care center for children and elderly and a
transportation pick up service.
Members
During 1993, the Fair Housing and Human
Relations Committee included the following
members: Gerri Weathers, Chair; Florence A.
Baturin, James R. Brannon, Peter G. Brown,
Mary Haskell, Nicole T. Herrmann, Marion
Kilson, Hsi -ching Liu, Leona W. Martin; and
Robert Pressman.
Council on Aging
In the past five years, the Council on Aging
Board and the Senior Center staff have strived
to enhance the services provided at the Senior
Center for both the frail and active older adults.
Many of the COA's in -home services, such as
Meals on Wheels, Social Day Care and the
Senior Health Monitor Program, are growing
to meet the increasing demands of the 85 +
population.
The following services are offered by the Senior
Center:
Meals on Wheels: Provides two daily meals to
clients who find it difficult to meet their
nutritional needs. In 1993, 108 people used this
service, 13 more than in 1992.
Senior Health Monitor: Brings medical and
social support to Lexington senior citizens who
would be at risk of losing independence without
this help. Under this program, a nurse visits
weekly, offering medical assessment and health
monitoring as well as emotional support.
The social worker acts as case manager,
arranging for additional services as needed. In
FY93, 61 seniors benefited from this program.
In addition, another 245 received case
management and outreach information from the
social worker.
SPANS: The Student Pals &
Neighborly Seniors program, con-
tinued its valuable intergenerational
activities, including one in which
high school students volunteer to
help with leaf raking, snow removal
and grocery shopping. An
Intergenerational Committee,
comprised of representatives of the
public schools, COA and the
community at large, was formed; its
initial focus will be to identify
existing programs and develop
priorities for future projects.
Supper Club: A weekly evening
meal of soup, sandwich, salad, fruit
and milk will rotate between the
Senior Center and the Greeley,
Vynebrook and Countryside villages.
Supplementing the daily hot lunch
program at the Senior Center, the
Supper Club was designed to serve elders who
cannot come to the Center for a meal or
activities.
The Scholarship Fund, founded by the Friends
of the Council on Aging (FCOA), was nourished
by $15,000, raised at a FCOA- sponsored
auction held in April. Many thanks to Peter and
Beverly Kelley, chairpersons.
Minuteman Cane Award: Woodruff "Woody"
Brodhead, 81, received the Minuteman Cane
Award, presented each year to an elder for
outstanding contributions over the years to the
town.
A partial listing of Woodie's activities include
Town Meeting member, Board of Appeals, Boy
Scouts, Red Cross, Community Nursery School
and FISH. The Senior Center and Beacon
Communications sponsor the award.
In March, the COA board and Town Managers
office held a hearing for service providers and
residents to identify strengths and weaknesses
in the service network for elders. The following
list of conclusions and recommendations was
presented to the Town Manager:
1. Work toward improving health care quality
issues for elders, including emphases on
education on hospice, euthanasia "right to
die," elder abuse and alcohol. Increase
linkage with other health agencies.
2. Encourage congregate housing and assisted
living arrangements;
3. Investigate developing a housing mainten-
ance program;
4. Improve COA interaction with the two
major recreation sources, the Recreation
Committee and Hayden.
5. Distribute information from the town
demographic study on trends in the town's
aging population.
The COA Board: Barbara Rubin, Kevin Grimes,
Bob Cushman Edmund Grant, Frank Chen,
Clark Cowen, Eugene Isotte, John Curry and
Jackie Davison.
The FCOA Board: Jackie Davison, president,
Peter Kelley, vice president, Kitty Cullen, Lynn
Lees and Edith Harrington.
Council on Aging: Front, Barbara Rubin, Frank Chen, Director Linda Crew Vine. Rear, Clark Cowen, Kevin
Grimes and John Curry. Notpictured, Monica Chang, Edmund Grant and Eugene Isotti. Photo: Ray Barnes.
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 57
Cary Lectures
In 1911, two Lexington sisters, Suzanna Cary
and Eliza Cary Farnham, left a sum of money
to the town. The Isaac Cary Educational Fund
was incorporated in 1921 with a twofold
purpose: to provide annual scholarships to
Lexington's young people, and to "provide
lectures upon such educational useful subjects
as may promise benefit to the community."
The resulting Cary Lecture Series, free to all
residents, is now in its eighth decade.
In the 1992 -1993 season, the Cary Lecture
Committee presented three varied and well -
attended programs.
The first, in September, was a double bill featur-
ing Lexington native Roger Hinchliffe singing
"Sweden's Greatest Songs" and the Harvard Din
and Tonics a cappella singing group.
The January program featured Harvard biologist
and two -time Pulitzer Prize winning author and
Lexington resident Edward O. Wilson who
presented an informative show and talk on
biodiversity. Professor Wilson was observed
surrounded by young people awakened to
environmental concerns. He gave
encouragement and inspiration to those
considering careers in environmental science.
The March program featured a return visit from
Mandala Folk Dance Ensemble, 35 dancers in
costume performing dances from 15 countries.
The committee: Bonnie Meek,
chair, Dana Regillo, Donald
Gillespie and Georgia T. Smith.
Human Services Committee
The Human Services Committee last year
undertook a youth needs assessment beginning
with an analysis of relevant 1990 U.S. Census
data. Further data was sought from the School
Department, Police Department, RePlace peer
counselors, Support Committee for Battered
Women, Recreation Department, Hayden
Recreation Center, single parents, the clergy and
others.
The Lexington Human Services Fund continued
to be a resource for residents experiencing
emergencies which could not be allayed through
customary channels. In FY93, total
expenditures amounted to $7,002.
Examples of assistance, with the fund acting as
a partial resource supplemented by other helping
organizations, included carpentry work to make
living quarters accessible for a disabled man and
providing dentures for a disabled woman. An
elderly woman was assisted in obtaining a water
heater.
Income consisting of transfers from public
trusts, donations from concerned Lexington
citizens and organizations and interest amounted
to $8,327. At the end of the fiscal year, the Fund
had a balance of $9,579.
Concern for the plight of battered women in
Lexington was translated into action as the town
undertook staff training to alert participants of
legal remedies and human services resources
while heightening awareness about the family
dynamics of this form of domestic violence. In
relation to the growing problem of domestic
violence, $5,400 was included in the RePlace
budget to train and prepare its staff and peer
leaders to provide violence prevention
workshops.
The total RePlace budget was $67,800 providing
in addition: short -term counseling, crisis
intervention, outreach and community
education, a child assault prevention program
and peer leadership. The Town awarded the
Central Middlesex Association for Retarded
Citizens (CMARC) a grant of $10,670 to enable
disabled clients to work in industrial settings.
Renee Cochin and Donna M. Hooper were co-
chairpersons of the Committee until Mrs.
Cochin's resignation in February after which
Ms. Hooper continued as chairperson. Other
members of the Committee were Rosalyn L.
Gittleman, Eva S. Glick, Eva Havas, Ann W.
Irving, Ruth J. Liberman, Dennis T. Murakami,
Jeanne S. Luongo, Richard W. Safford and
Jolley Anne Weinstock.
Human Services Committee: Seated, Eva Glick, Donna Hooper, Coordinator Stephan Baran and Rosalyn
Gittleman. Standing, Eva Havas, Richard Safford, Anne Weinstock and Jeanne Luongo. Photo: Ray Bames
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 58
Historic Districts Commission
The Historic Districts
Commission is responsi-
ble for granting Certifi-
cates of Appropriateness
for exterior architectural
changes to all buildings
in the four historic
districts: Battle Green,
Hancock - Clarke,
Munroe Tavern and East
Village. Changes include
signage, color, additions
and renovations to
buildings and fences.
During 1993, the com-
mission, appointed by
the selectmen, was contacted by two property
owners for permission to demolish houses. St.
Brigid's Parish in the Battle Green District
requested permission to demolish the house at
1989 -1991 Mass. Ave. After the initial formal
hearing and a continued hearing, St. Brigid's
withdrew its petition.
Associate Elizabeth Cotton, and Jack Ryan. Not pictured, Linda MacAulay, Walter Pierce, Associate Walter Bergler, Jr.
Photo Ray Bames.
The second request was by a realtor marketing
the house at 516 Mass. Ave., corner of Oak St.
The commission discouraged the realtor from
submitting a formal application for demolition.
The commission hopes property owners realize
that ownership brings with it both advantages
and responsibilities, and will take steps to ensure
that properties are preserved.
Fifty -two petitions were granted in 1993,
including two new houses, a satellite dish, four
benches, 12 signs and a handicap ramp. The
bulk of the other petitions granted were for
additions, renovations and color changes. One
garage demolition was granted.
The commission expresses appreciation to
residents and business owners in the historic
districts for their support in maintaining the
attractiveness of our historic districts.
Commissioner Stephen M. Politi served his third
year as chairman. Other commissioners were
Walter S. Pierce, Richard S. Morehouse and
Clark Griffith. Associate Commissioners;
Walter H. Bergler, Jr., Elisabeth B. Cotten and
new appointees Joann Gschwendtner and Mark
DiNapoli.
Three long term, knowledgeable and effective
members retired - Linda J. McAulay, Jack E. Ryan
and Molly H. Nye. Chris Gelling is the clerk.
Historical
Commission
The Lexington Historical Commission, appoint-
ed by the Town Manager, oversees demolition
requests for historic properties outside the four
historic districts. In 1993, it granted 11 demoli-
tion permits and counselled several interested
parties about the demolition delay ordinance.
The commission accepted, with regret, the
resignation of Isabella Hagelstein. Members:
Martin Gilman, chairman, Alfred Mattes,
Virginia Nicholson and Brucia Witthoft.
Waspam
Last February, Matt Foti and John Fobert
traveled to Waspam, Nicaragua to deliver and
distribute 17 cartons of school supplies collected
in Lexington. They also helped repaint
Waspam's elementary school, hang doors on
classrooms and fence in the school yard.
To expand operations of the sawmill which the
committee gave to Waspam in 1991, Matt and
John moved it to a tree nursery managed by a
Burlington, VT. sister city project in Puerto
Cabezas. The sawmill will stay there for one year,
when proposals for new sites will be studied.
The Waspam Committee continued to focus on
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 59
educational needs of the Waspam area. Projects
were initiated to provide the salary for a school
teacher and school supplies were collected for
future shipments.
An outreach program continued in Lexington
as Donna Bosco and Matt Foti visited various
community groups to share news of Waspam
and discuss the committee's work.
Sister City
The Lexington Dolores Hidalgo Sister City
Committee completed another year of cultural
and goodwill exchanges with Dolores Hidalgo,
birthplace of Mexican Independence.
Lexingtonians hosted a delegation from Dolores
Hidalgo for our 4th of July celebrations, and in
September, members of the Lexington
committee attended Independence Day
festivities in Dolores Hidalgo.
Participants in the exchange attended cultural
events, visited historical sites and shared mutual
feelings of friendship and interest in their
respective countries.
Residents interested in being involved in the
Sister City program can get information at La
Tienda, 7A Meriam Street, the nonprofit shop
selling Mexican handicrafts, clothing and
jewelry. La Tienda is staffed by volunteers and
provides funding for the program.
Town Celebrations Committee
Town Celebrations Committee: Rear, Robert Shuster, Erik Carlson,
Chairman Pat Flynn, John Graham, Paul Jenkins, Secretary John Hayden
and David Taylor. Front, Sandra Lucente, Julie Miller, Vice- Chairman Dawn
McKenna and Jean Coates. Photo: Paul Jenkins.
In addition to running the town's traditional
observances on Patriot's Day, Memorial Day
and Veterans' Day, the Town Celebrations
Committee last year initiated a World War II
Commemorative program.
In April, the committee presented a WWII
commemorative flag and plaque to the
selectmen at Town Meeting as part of the
Department of Defense's recognition of
Lexington WWII veterans.
Lexington thus became one of the first
commemorative communities in New England
to be recognized for its contributions to WWII.
Three more WWII celebrations are scheduled
for each of the next five years.
In addition, the committee sponsored a
September 19 band concert at Hastings Park by
the Army Band from Fort Devens, and a
Veterans Breakfast on October 20 at the Non -
Commissioned Officers Club at Hanscom.
Patriot's Day, April 19
The Reenactment of the Battle of Lexington was
staged at dawn by the Lexington Minutemen and
the British 10th Regiment, followed by several
pancake breakfasts.
The Youth of Lexington Sunrise Parade was led
by Chief Marshal Kevin Clinton, President of the
High School Class of 1993, assisted by Aides Eric
Lee, Kim Harter and Michelle Conceison. The
First Division Marshal was Lee DiMasco and the
Second Division Marshal Mandira Mehra.
Committee Chairman Winston Flynn opened the
morning's 218th anniversary of the Battle of
Lexington ceremonies at the Battle Green. Vice
Chairman Dawn McKenna was the Master of
Ceremonies, Selectman William J. Dailey Jr.,
read the Governor's Proclamation and
Selectman Leo McSweeney presented the
Outstanding Youth of Lexington Award to
Michelle Conceison.
The White Tricorn Hat Award was presented by
Lion's Club President Donald B. White to
Marion K. Fitzpatrick and the Cecil B. Harris
Award for the "most improved musician in the
high school band' went to Elizabeth S. Mackie.
Neil Cronin and a committee from the Lexington
Minutemen judged the floats in the afternoon
parade. The winners were:
• Youth Division, 1st prize, Lexington Girl
Scouts; 2nd prize, DARE
• Commercial Division, 1st prize Mahoney's
Rocky Ledge; 2nd prize Wilson Farm.
Chief Marshal for the afternoon parade was O.
Joy Sen, and Chief of Staff, Jean Mahar. The
committee thanks the many businesses and
organizations that contributed to the parade's
success.
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 60
Memorial Day
Memorial services at Westview Cemetery
preceded the morning parade to Munroe
Cemetery. Commemorative services were held
at Cary Hall and Colonial Cemetery.
Veteran's Day
The November 11 parade was led by Chief
Marshal Cecil Jones, of VFW Post 3007. Battle
Green ceremonies included a Veteran's Day
poem read by Liz Dubin, president of the high
school class of 1994 and the national anthem
by the high school band.
The Committee: Pat Flynn, chairman, Dawn
Mckenna, vice chairman, John Hyden,
Secretary, Eric Carlson, Jean Coates, John
Graham, Paul Jenkins, Sondra Lucente and
Robert Shuster. Subcommittee members:
Marian Snow, Julie Miller and David Taylor.
Guides
No accurate count is made of the number of
people who visit the Lexington Common each
year. However, about 00000 people signed in at
the Visitors' Center in 1993, and it's estimated
that number is about half of the total visitors.
On the Common, the busy period is during the
fall foliage season. During this time it is
customary to have seven or eight tour buses
parked nearby. Despite the closing of
Harrington Road and the corresponding change
in the traffic pattern around the Common, the
tour business continues to thrive.
Five experienced guides returned last year and
five new members were indoctrinated. All are
volunteers licensed by the selectmen.
The staff: Cornelius Cronin, Kenneth M. Smith,
Geddes Golay, Paul Karger, Wesley Karger, Dan
Leavitt, Larry Liff, David Ly, Caleb Neelon and
Paulo Ribeiro.
S. Lawrence Whipple, Director of Guides
Cable Advisory
The Cable Television and Communications
Advisory Committee continued its functions,
namely:
• to oversee the cable licensee - A -R Cable
Services; Inc.;
• to represent the town in contractual
relationships with the licensee;
• to be ombudsman for cable system users;
to oversee the use of the Institutional Trunk
connecting municipal and school buildings;
• to analyze and advise on communications
within the town.
CATV provides six types of service not offered
by commercial'IV These include redistribution
of local broadcasts, cable entertainment
programs and local access. It also supplies
digital and video communication between town
agencies at significant cost- savings to the town.
In the future, the cable system could provide
additional safety and utilitarian services, since
about 65 percent of the town's residences and
over 500 locations in town buildings are already
hard -wired into the system.
Re- regulation of rates and service levels
mandated by Congress in 1993 had a shaky start.
The committee had to deal with many changes
and uncertainties. Cablevision was swamped
with subscriber inquiries and has not been able
to keep up with required changes or provide
adequate response to subscriber requests.
Since the cable industry remained unregulated
through September and since state and federal
regulatory powers have not yet come fully into
effect, the town has had no control over
subscriber rates or service levels. Both town
and Cablevision await decisions from the
Federal Communications Commission.
In 1993, the town completed the first year -and-
a -half under a new understanding worked out
in 1992 with Cablevision on operating standards
and funding of town digital communications
facilities. Cablevision also completed its first
year -and -a half under new ownership. Most
operating personnel and all past agreements
remained in place.
The CATV license renewal process was started.
The current license expires in 1996, and the
renewal process takes up to three years.
An attempt was made to increase public access
to cable coverage of local events, but more
volunteers are needed.
The Youth Commission participated in many community projects, including visiting at the Dana
Home on Valentine's Day and the Senior Center on Thanksgiving, singing Christmas carols at
nearby nursing homes and helping at the Food Pantry. From left, Brian Skinner, Andrew Levine,
Lisa Baker, Donna Ryan, Beth Lager, Brian Spencer, Chairman Nancy Barter, Co- Chairman
Mike O'Connell and Jen O'Connor. Not pictured, Secretary Meredith Freeman, Holly Ciampi,
Beverly Ray, Liz Dubbin, Chris Kelley and Leo Molle. Photo: Ray Barnes.
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 61
Finally, the committee addressed the issue of
town communications, including the
institutional net which connects all town
facilities, technical consulting on fire and police
dispatch and expansion of fiberoptic public
utility cabling in town.
The committee: Julian Bussgang, chairman, John
Cunha, Lionel Fray, Jane Gharibian, Theodore
Mairson, Sara Schuman, William Spencer,
Martha Stanton, Julie Triessl and Caleb Warner.
Leo McSweeney is the selectman liaison.
Veterans' Services
Veterans benefits are provided by the town un-
der Mass. General Law, Ch. 115.
Funds are available through appropriations from
the State legislature so that the town is reim-
bursed for 75% of what it spends.
The Human Services Coordinator, acting as
Veterans Clerk, is responsible for administer-
ing benefits in Lexington. All expenditures are
approved by the town's Veterans Agent and an
authorizer in the State Office of the Commis-
sioner of Veterans Services.
Assistance for food, fuel, housing, living ex-
penses, medical bills and pharmacy expenses is
given in response to unexpected crises such as
physical disability or unemployment. In addi-
tion, long -term living and medical expenses are
disbursed for elderly veterans and widows of
veterans according to budgets prescribed by the
State legislature.
Eleven veteran's households received financial
assistance in FY93.
Appropriated FY93 $50,075
Expenditures FY93 $33,029
(75% reimbursement by the Commonwealth).
Town Counsel
December 31, 1993
12.
Pursuant to Section 5 of Article XXI of the Gen-
eral By -Laws of the Town of Lexington, I hereby
submit my report in writing as Town Counsel
for the period from January 1, 1993 to Decem- 13.
ber 31, 1993. The report is divided into the sev-
eral sections required by the By -Laws.
(a) All actions by or against the Town which
were pending January 1, 1993. 14.
1. John H. Shea vs. Ruth Morey, et als,
Middlesex Superior Court No. 80 -4984.
Appeal from decision of the Board of Ap-
peals upholding decision of the Building
Commissioner denying a building permit. 15.
2. Town of Lexington vs. Donald G. Jones d/b/a
New England Steel Building Company, Dis-
trict Court of Central Middlesex No. 820084.
Suit for damages arising out of installation of
insulation in Public Works building.
16.
3. Town of Lexington et al vs. John Sellars,
Middlesex Superior Court No. 86 -3169. Pe-
tition for contempt for violation of court or-
ders relating to enforcement of zoning bylaws.
4. Richard Hamilton et al vs. Joyce A. Miller
et als, Land Court No. 122701. Appeal from
an order of conditions issued by the Con- 17.
servation Commission.
5. Elena Massimilla vs. Zoning Board of Ap-
peals et als, Land Court No. 123 -774. Ap-
peal from a decision of the Board of Appeals
upholding the denial of a building permit.
6. J.P. Construction Co., Inc. vs. Town of Lex- 18
ington et al, Middlesex Superior Court No.
87 -4111. Action to contest the awarding of
a bid.
7. Bedford Construction Co., Inc. vs. Town of
Lexington et als, Land Court No. 125 -883.
Petition to establish a right of way.
8. Town of Lexington vs. Denis Carroll, Land
Court No. 82830. Petition to foreclose tax lien.
9. Town of Lexington vs. Heirs of Jessie
Bullock, Land Court No. 82829. Petition
to foreclose tax lien.
Harold Nahigian vs. Town of Lexington,
Land Court No. 128641. Action to have
certain provisions of the Zoning By -Law
declared invalid.
Harold Nahigian vs. Town of Lexington,
Land Court No. 134529. Appeal from de-
cision of the Planning Board denying a de-
finitive subdivision plan.
Town of Lexington vs. Briggs Associates,
Inc. et als, Middlesex Superior Court No.
90 -3507. Action for damages arising from
the continued leaking of the high school
field house roof.
Nicholas DeFelice et al vs. Anne R.
Scigliano et als, Middlesex Superior Court
No. 88 -3716. Appeal from decision of the
Board of Appeals granting variance to al-
low construction and operation of an auto-
mobile repair facility.
Nicholas DeFelice et al vs. Anne R.
Scigliano et als, Land Court No. 147228.
Appeal from decision of the Board of Ap-
peals upholding decision of the Building
Commissioner which would permit con-
struction and operation of an automobile re-
pair facility.
Lexington Ridge Associates vs. Anne R.
Scigliano et als, Middlesex Superior Court
No. 90 -8642. Appeal from decision of
Board of Appeals imposing certain condi-
tions on the construction of low and mod-
erate income housing.
Lexington Ridge Associates vs. Lexington
Board of Appeals, Housing Appeals Com-
mittee No. 1990 -13. Appeal from decision
of Board of Appeals imposing certain con-
ditions on the construction of low and mod-
erate income housing.
19. Eldorado Transportation Corp. vs. Town of
Lexington et als, Middlesex Superior Court
No. 90 -7624. Action challenging the award
of a bid.
20.
10. Michael Brennan et als vs. Natalie H. Riffrn
et als, Middlesex Superior Court No. 88-
5716. Appeal from decision of the Board 21
of Appeals granting special permits and
variances to allow construction and opera-
tion of a repair facility.
11. Harold Nahigian vs. Judith Uhrig et als,
Land Court No. 128641. Appeal from de-
cision of the Planning Board disapproving
a definitive subdivision.
Karsten Sorensen et als vs. Robert M. Gary
et als, Middlesex Superior Court No. 91-
2207. Appeal from decision of the Board
of Appeals upholding the ruling of the Build-
ing Commissioner that a lot was buildable.
City of Waltham vs. United States Postal
Service, United States District Court No. 91-
11277 -Y. Intervention in action seeking de-
claratory and injunctive relief to prevent the
construction of a regional postal facility.
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 - Page 62
22. Barbara J. Melideo et als vs. Town of Lex-
ington, Middlesex Superior Court No. 91-
3566. Suit for damages which alleges that
rescue squad was negligent in responding
to a person involved in an automobile acci-
dent and who subsequently died.
23. Paula Street vs. Golf Facilities Management
Co. et al, Middlesex Superior Court No. 91-
7606. Suit for damages which alleges that
plaintiff was hit by a golf ball as a result of
negligently laying out a golf course.
24. David Bakst - Brewsters, Inc. - ... and 12
additional plaintiffs vs. Board of Assessors,
Appellate Tax Board Nos. 192133,
191351.... Petitions for abatement of 1991
real estate taxes.
25. Christina Gelev Wilson et al vs. The Town
of Lexington et als, Land Court No. 156555.
Complaint to quiet title.
26. Richard Hamilton et al vs. Anne R.
Scigliano et als, Land Court No. 178752.
Appeal from a decision of the Board of
Appeals upholding decision of the Build-
ing Commissioner that a lot is not buildable.
27. Town of Lexington vs. Daniel Donovan, Dis-
trict Court of Central Middlesex No. 92-47 -
CV0473. Action to recover veteran's ben-
efits for which the recipient was not entitled.
28. Peter VanDaam et al vs. Town of Lexing-
ton et als, Middlesex Superior Court No.
92 -6230. Action for declaratory judgment
to determine whether a social security num-
ber is necessary as a condition of employ-
ment by the Town.
29. Town of Lexington vs. Boston Edison Com-
pany, DPU No. 92 -92. Petition to intervene
in rate setting proceeding as it relates to
streetlights.
30. D. Joyce Altman - David Bakst - ...and 12
additional plaintiffs vs. Board of Assessors,
Appellate Tax Board Nos. X262046,
196161.... Petitions for abatement of 1992
real estate taxes.
(b) All actions brought by or against the
Town during 1993:
1. John H. Shea, Trustee vs. Jacquelyn R.
Smith et als, Land Court No. 41427. Peti-
tion for contempt in connection with a land
registration matter and to clarify the status
of the frontage of plaintiff's lot.
2. Jaime Vazquez vs. Town of Lexington et al,
Plymouth Superior Court No. 93 -342. Suit
for damages by an employee of a contractor
alleging negligence in the directing of traffic.
Town Counsel (continued)
3. John Carroll vs. Planning Board et als,
Middlesex Superior Court No. 93 -1621.
Appeal from decision of the Planning Board
to withhold consent to a rehearing by the
Board of Appeals on an application for a
special permit.
4. CharlesAnthony Construction Company, Inc.
vs. D.E.R., Inc. et als, Middlesex Superior
Court No. 93 -1840. Suit by subcontractor
against general contractor for payment for
labor and materials expended on town project.
5. Bernard J. Rothmel et als vs. Zoning Board
of Appeals et als, Middlesex Superior Court
No. 93 -4189. Appeal from decision of the
Board of Appeals modifying the grant of a
special permit.
6. John Wilson vs. Town of Lexington et als,
Middlesex Superior Court No. 92 -5585.
Suit for damages allegedly sustained at a
softball game on a town field.
7. Town of Lexington vs.Nils L. Nordberg and
Maureen F. Bussey, District Court of Concord
No. 9347CV0445. Suit for judicial review
of a final administrative decision of the De-
partment of Employment and Training award-
ing unemployment compensation to a school
crossing guard during summer months.
8. Margaret Adams vs. Town of Lexington et
al, District Court of Quincy No. 93CV 1347.
Suit for damages allegedly sustained by a
fall on a town sidewalk.
9. Joel A. Adler - Praveen K. Amar - ... and 38
additional plaintiffs vs. Board of Assessors,
Appellate Tax Board Nos. F2086797,
X270398.... Petitions for abatement of 1993
real estate taxes.
(c) All actions settled or disposed of during
1993:
1. John H. Shea vs. Ruth Morey, et als,
Middlesex Superior Court No. 80 -4984.
Appeal from decision of the Board of Ap-
peals upholding decision of the Building
Commissioner denying a building permit.
Decision for the Town.
2. Town of Lexington et al vs. John Sellars,
Middlesex Superior Court No. 86 -3169.
Petition for contempt for violation of court
orders relating to enforcement of zoning
bylaws. Decision for the Town.
3. J.P. Construction Co., Inc. vs. Town of
Lexington et al, Middlesex Superior Court
No. 87 -4111. Action to contest the awarding
of a bid. Case dismissed with prejudice.
4. Town of Lexington vs. Denis Carroll, Land
Court No. 82830. Petition to foreclose tax lien.
5. Michael Brennan et als vs. Natalie H. Riffm
et als, Middlesex Superior Court No. 88-
5716. Appeal from decision of the Board
of Appeals granting special permits and
variances to allow construction and opera-
tion of a repair facility. Decision of the
Board of Appeals overturned.
6. Harold Nahigian vs. Judith Uhrig et als,
Land Court No. 128641. Appeal from de-
cision of the Planning Board disapproving
a definitive subdivision. Appeals Court
decision required Planning Board to ap-
prove subdivision.
7. Harold Nahigian vs. Town of Lexington,
Land Court No. 128641. Action to have
certain provisions of the Zoning By -Law
declared invalid. Appeals Court decision
upheld validity of Town's subdivision rules
and regulations.
8. Harold Nahigian vs. Town of Lexington,
Land Court No. 134529. Appeal from de-
cision of the Planning Board denying a de-
finitive subdivision plan. Appeals Court
decision required Planning Board to ap-
prove subdivision.
9. Nicholas DeFelice et al vs. Anne R.
Scigliano et als, Middlesex Superior Court
No. 88 -3716. Appeal from decision of the
Board of Appeals granting variance to al-
low construction and operation of an auto-
mobile repair facility. Decision of Board
of Appeals overturned.
10. Nicholas DeFelice et al vs. Anne R.
Scigliano et als, Land Court No. 147228.
Appeal from decision of the Board of Ap-
peals upholding decision of the Building
Commissioner which would permit con-
struction and operation of an automobile
repair facility. Decision of Board of Ap-
peals upheld.
11. Lexington Ridge Associates vs. Anne R.
Scigliano et als, Middlesex Superior Court
No. 90 -8642. Appeal from decision of
Board of Appeals imposing certain condi-
tions on the construction of low and mod-
erate income housing. Case dismissed.
12. Lexington Ridge Associates vs. Lexington
Board of Appeals, Housing Appeals Com-
mittee No. 1990 -13. Appeal from decision
of Board of Appeals imposing certain condi-
tions on the construction of low and moder-
ate income housing. Decision for the Town.
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 - Page 63
13. Karsten Sorensen et als vs. Robert M. Gary
et als, Middlesex Superior Court No. 91-
2207. Appeal from decision of the Board
of Appeals upholding the ruling of the
Building Commissioner that a lot was build-
able. Decision of Board of Appeals upheld.
14. City of Waltham vs. United States Postal
Service, United States District Court No.
91- 11277 -Y. Intervention in action seek-
ing declaratory and injunctive relief to pre-
vent the construction of a regional postal
facility. Decision of United States Court
of Appeals to permit the project to proceed.
15. Paula Street vs. Golf Facilities Management
Co. et al, Middlesex Superior Court No. 91-
7606. Suit for damages which alleges that
plaintiff was hit by a golf ball as a result of
negligently laying out a golf course. Case
dismissed.
16. David Bakst - Brewsters, Inc. - ... and 12
additional plaintiffs vs. Board of Assessors,
Appellate Tax Board Nos. 192133,
191351.... Petitions for abatement of 1991
real estate taxes. Eight cases withdrawn,
settled or tried.
17. Town of Lexington vs. Boston Edison Com-
pany, DPU No. 92 -92. Petition to intervene
in rate setting proceeding as it relates to
streetlights. Town intervened and settle -
ment reached.
18. D. Joyce Altman - David Bakst - ...and 12
additional plaintiffs vs. Board of Assessors,
Appellate Tax Board Nos. X262046,
196161.... Petitions for abatement of 1992
real estate taxes. All cases withdrawn,
settled or tried.
19. John Carroll vs. Planning Board et als,
Middlesex Superior Court No. 93 -1621.
Appeal from decision of the Planning Board
to withhold consent to a rehearing by the
Board of Appeals on an application for a
special permit. Case withdrawn.
20. Joel A. Adler - Praveen K. Amar - ... and
38 additional plaintiffs vs. Board of Asses-
sors, Appellate Tax Board Nos. F2086797,
X270398.... Petitions for abatement of
1993 real estate taxes. One case withdrawn.
Respectfully submitted,
Norman P. Cohen, Town Counsel
Trustees of Public Trusts
The Trustees of Public Trusts are responsible for the
administration, investment and income disbursement of 41 trusts
bequeathed or donated to the town for specific public purposes.
These purposes cluster around five distinct areas which mirror the
donors interests and wishes; i.e., All Purpose, Beautification,
Celebration, Human Services and Scholarship. In addition,the
trustees are responsible for the perpetual care funds held separately
for Munroe and Westview Cemeteries.
The oldest trust was established in, 1873, and three in 1993. They
were:
Scholarship funds to honor the lives of Sangwook Alm, a
1989 Lexington High School graduate who died while
mountain climbing, and Bettie Clarke who was heavily
involved in a diverse number of political, educational and
social organizations in town, and;
this philanthropy is being funneled through mechanisms like the
trustees which offer tax advantages, continuity, local
involvement and administration in perpetuity.
Any citizen or organization may create a trust with a gift of
$5,000 or more. The trustees welcome inquiries.
What follows is a brief description of each trust, the principle
balance, income balance and disbursement, if any. "Principle
balance" refers to the original gift plus accumulated capital gains;
"Income balance" refers to unspent dividends and interest minus
disbursements.
The "Blossom Fund" for beautification projects in memory
of Jack Eddison, catalyst and champion for many projects ALL PURPOSE
that have made Lexington unique.
The Dorothea Schmidt - Penta Memorial Scholarship Fund,
formerly managed at the High School, was transferred to the
trustees. The fund was established in 1980 in memory of Mrs.
Schmidt - Penta, a High School teacher at the time of her death.
The 41 trusts, although established for various purposes,
collectively represent the love the donors and/or individuals
being honored had for Lexington and its citizens, and their goal to
contribute to the town's betterment. The funds dispersed honor
the town as well as the donors, long after the trust is established.
Knowing that a trust is in perpetuity and that gifts will be used to
their utmost is a most satisfying reward.
The total market value of the 41 trusts as of June 30, 1993 was
$563,688. During fiscal 1993 the trustees responded to a number
of requests by distributing amounts to specific areas of need
Beautification $9,358
Human Services 3,600
Scholarship 6 ,300
In addition, $79,677 was dispensed from the Lexington Education
Foundation for educational grants.
Interesting requests honored during the year included cleaning and
protectively coating the Minute Man statue, purchasing trees for
beautifying East Lexington, and repairing and painting the two
gazebos in Munroe Cemetery in authentic Victorian colors.
The total value of the cemetery trusts was $1,283,516;
disbursements totaled $82,730.
The rate of philanthropy in this country is increasing due to the
fact that wealth is being acquired and spread to a generation of
socially conscious individuals who realize they can make a
difference; that one can and should give back to society. Much of
Alan Flelds; chairman
David G. Williams
Thomas Taylor
1992 -1993
George. L. Gilmore Fund -- Established 1950, the income to be used as
the Town may from time to time vote; and if at any time special use arises
to which in the opinion of the Selectmen the principal of said fund may be
applied, then the principal of said fund may be applied upon the vote of the
Town meeting.
Disbursements $ 1,216.00
Principal balance $17,208.93
Income balance $41,532.44
Jack Eddison Blossom Fund -- Established 1993, three - fourths of the
annual net income to be used to help preserve the character and green
spaces of Lexington and its Bikeway, through maintenance, new projects
and the planting of flowers and trees.
Principal balance $13,316.12
Income balance $ 224.28
Frederick L. Emery Fund -- Established 1936, the income is to be used
by the Lexington Field and Garden Club for the work of grading, grassing
and keeping in order grass borders lying between sidewalks or footpaths
and the driveways on public streets, and in otherwise beautifying the
public streets, ways and places in said Town, preference be given to said
objects in order stated.
Disbursements $ 344.01
Principal balance $5,112.77
Income balance $ 323.71
Geneva M. Brown Fund - -The income is to be used for improving and
beautifying the common and the triangular parcel of land in front of the
Masonic Temple.
Principal balance $3,201.42
Income balance $6,740.28
Colonial Cemetery Fund - -The income provides for repairs and upkeep
at the cemetery.
Principal balance $2,066.85
Income balance $1,232.85
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 64
Trustees of Public Trusts (continued)
Orin W. Fiske - Battle Green Fund -- Established 1899, income of
this fund is to be used for the maintenance of the Lexington Battle Green or
the monuments erected thereon.
Disbursements $500.00
Principal balance $520.32
Income balance $ 99.07
Charles E. French Colonial Cemetery Fund -- Established 1905,
the annual income thereof to be devoted to the care of the older pan of the
cemetery in which repose the remains of Rev. John Hancock and wife.
Principal balance $4,126.41
Income balance $2,113.42
Hayes Fountain Fund -- Established 1895, the income is to be used for
the perpetual care of the fountain and grounds immediately around it.
Principal balance $1,043.62
Income balance $1,061.51
Everet M. Mulliken Fund -- Established 1948, the income shall be
used under the supervision of the proper town authorities, for the care of
Hastings Park in said Lexington.
Principal balance $ 6,336.73
Income balance $10,285.05
Teresa and Roberta Lee Fitness Nature Path -- Established 1990,
the income, and, if necessary, the principal, are to be used by the Town of
Lexington Recreation Committee for the work of grading, planting,
beautifying and maintaining the Teresa and Roberta Lee Fitness Nature
Path.
Principal balance $12,809.31
Income balance $ 2,458.69
Lexington Nature Trust Fund -- Established 1992, the income and if
necessary the principal, is to be used by the Town of Lexington
Conservation Commission for the acquisition, promotion and
management of its properties.
Principal balance $10,935.22
Income balance $ 1,364.73
Lexington Community Playground -- Established 1991, the income,
and, if necessary, the principal, are to be used by the Town of Lexington
Recreation Committee for the work of repairing and maintaining the
Lexington Community Playground.
Disbursements $3,179.27
Principal balance $5,308.19
Income balance $1,238.29
Edith C. Redman Trust -- Established 1928, the income only therefrom
to be used and applied for the care and maintenance of the Lexington
Common; known as the "Battle Green'.
Principal balance $522.23
Income balance $514.75
George O. Smith Fund -- Established 1903, the income thereof to be
expended by the Field and Garden Club in setting out and keeping in order
shade and ornamental trees and shrubs in the streets and highways in said
town, or the beautifying of unsightly places in the highways.
Disbursements $ 137.60
Principal balance $2,045.12
Income balance $ 129.50
George W. Taylor Flag Fund -- Established 1931, the income to be
used for the care, preservation and replacement of said flagpole (on the
Battle Green), or for the purchase of new flags; any balance of income from
said fund to be used for the care of Lexington Common.
Principal balance $2,065.04
Income balance $1,145.29
George W. Taylor Tree Fund -- Established 1931, the income is to be
expended for the care, purchase and preservation of trees for the adomment
of said town.
Disbursements $ 680.92
Principal balance $4,166.97
Income balance $3,568.64
Albert Ball Tenney Memorial Fund -- Established 1950, the income
is to be used to provide nightly illumination of the Lexington Minuteman
Statue.
Disbursements $2,600.00
Principal balance $9,248.37
Income balance $ 992.98
William Tower Memorial Park Fund - -The income thereof to be
applied by said town, in each and every year for the care, maintenance and
improvements of Tower Park.
Principal balance $13,089.03
Income balance $40,667.16
American Legion Celebrations Fund -- Established 1982, the
income of this fund is to be used towards defraying the town's cost for the
Patriots' Day, Memorial Day and Veterans' day celebrations:
Principal balance $4,127.72
Income balance $2,177.17
Leroy S. Brown Fund -- Established 1940, the income is to be used
towards defraying the expense of an appropriate and dignified celebration
of the anniversary of the Battle of Lexington.
Principal balance $5,176.75
Income balance $3,548.1
HUMAN SERVICES
Beals Fund -- Established 1891, the income of this fund is to be expended
for the benefit of worthy, indigent, aged man and women over sixty years
of age, American -bom.
Disbursements $ 700.00
Principal balance $2,084.89
Income balance $1,568.53
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 65
Trustees of Public Trusts (continued)
Bridge Charitable Fund -- Established 1880, the income from said trust
fund shall be annually distributed among the deserving poor of Lexington
without distinction of sex or religion.
Disbursements $ 2,500.00
Principal balance $30,772.95
Income balance $ 5,511.76
Friends of the Lexington Council on Aging, Inc. -- Established
1992. Income, when requested, shall be used to provide programs and
services to benefit older adults in the Town of Lexington. Principal may
also be used for programs and services but also may be used for capital
improvements to the Senior Center.
Principal balance $71,349.59
Income balance $ 6,756.68
Jonas Gammell Trust -- Established 1873, the income is to be expended
by the board of public welfare and by two ladies appointed annually for the
purpose by the selectmen in purchasing such luxuries or delicacies for the
town poor, wherever located, as are not usually furnished them, and shall
tend to promote their health and comfort.
Disbursements $100.00
Principal balance $519.53
Income balance $367.79
Elizabeth Bridge Gerry Fund -- Established 1885, the income from
said trust fund shall be distributed to the deserving poor of Lexington
without distinction of sex or religion.
Principal balance $2,059.57
Income balance $ 881.23
Harriet R. Gilmore Fund -- Established 1892, the income is to be
expended for the benefit of poor people in Lexington.
Disbursements $ 300.00
Principal balance $ 534.72
Income balance $ 948.60
Lexington Human Services Fund -- Established 1990, to be funded
by transfers from other funds administered by the Trustees as well as
private contributions, to provide funds for the Lexington Human Services
Committee in its mission to help individuals in need.
Disbursements $6,558.64
Principal balance $4,261.94
Income balance $5,316.72
SCHOLARSHIP
Sangwook Ahn Memorial Scholarship Fund -- Established 1992,
three- fourths of the annual net income is to be awarded to a Lexington High
School senior whose life encompasses a joyful display of zest, a respect
for all, a striving for excellence and service towards others.
Disbursements $ 200.00
Principal balance $8,381.44
Income balance $ 131.42
Hallie C. Blake Fund -- Established 1920, the income is to be expended
annually in cash prizes to two seniors (a boy and a girl) of Lexington High
School, who by example and influence have shown the highest qualities of
leadership, conduct and character and who possess in the largest measure
the good will of the student body.
Disbursements $ 300.00
Principal balance $5,117.75
Income balance $ 296.30
Anne E. Borghesani Memorial Scholarship Fund -- Established
1990, three- fourths of the annual net income is to be awarded to a woman
in the senior class of Lexington High School who has demonstrated a
commitment to the community.
Disbursements $ 500,00
Principal balance $10,634.01
Income balance $ 247.48
Robert P. Clapp Fund - -The income to be used to provide two prizes
for pupils of Lexington High School, one for excellence in speaking and
the other for excellence in composition.
Principal balance $1,006.06
Income balance $ 264.41
Bettie Clarke Scholarship Fund -- Established 1993, three- fourths of
the annual net income to be awarded to a Lexington senior at Lexington
High School or Minuteman Regional Vocational Tech, who joyously,
intelligently and creatively participates in community public service, and
has demonstrated a respect for all points of view.
Principal balance $2,368.00
Charles E. French Medal Fund -- Established 1905, the income is to
be used annually to purchase silver medals (or scholarship) to be
distributed to pupils in the senior high school for the best scholarship.
Disbursements $ 100.00
Principal balance $2,870.75
Income balance $ 488.75
Harrington Memorial Fund - -To the school committee of the Town of
Lexington for scholarships for needy children.
Disbursements $ 1,900.00
Principal balance $46,225.46
Income balance $ 3,411.00
Richard Isenberg Scholarship Fund -- Established 1986, three -
fourths of the income of this fund is to be awarded annually to a member of
the junior or senior class of Lexington High School who has demonstrated
excellence in sports writing.
Disbursements $ 500.00
Principal balance $8,950.66
Income balance $ 444.25
Lexington Education Foundation -- Established 1989, the fund is to
be used to promote sound, innovative approaches to enhance excellence in
education by funding projects in areas of creative program development,
innovative materials and instructional resources. Included in this fund is
the Charles Lyman Weld Fund -- Established 1946, the entire fund,
both principal and income are available upon a vote of the town; for
educational pruposes or the chapel at Westview Cemetery.
Disbursements $ 87,062.20
Principal balance $ 11,729.97
Income balance $19,717.10
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 66
Trustees of Public Trusts (continued)
Elsa W. Regestein Fund - -The income to be expended for awards to
100 Thermo Electron Corp
$ 5,937.50
members of the senior class of the Lexington High School.
All balances as of 06/30/92
100 Shares Royal Dutch Petroleum Company
Principal balance $1,027.92
NY Registry SH Paz N Gldr 5
$ 9,275.00
Income balance $ 350.07
Government
Dorothea Schmidt -Penta Memorial Scholarship Fund- -
100 Shares Texaco
$ 6,325.00
Established 1980; this scholarhip will not be awarded until the principal
100 Shares Schlumberger Limited
$ 6,337.50
balance reaches $5000, at which point three- fourths of the income will be
6.0% 11/15/94
$ 65,924.21
awarded to a Lexington High School senior planning to enter the field of
200 Shares Comerica Incorporated
$ 5,925.00
health service.
45,000 U.S. Treasury Notes
200 Shares First Union Corp.
$ 9,700.00
Principal balance $2,661.02
3.875 02/28/95
$44,944.20
Income balance $ 77.10
100 Shares Chubb Corporation
$ 8,687.50
400 Shares Health Care Property Investors
$11,700.00
Mary and August Schumacher Trust Fund -- Established 1988,
Inc
200 Shares Johnson & Johnson
three- fourths of the income is to be used annually to fund two scholarships,
of equal value, to seniors at Lexington High School who have been
100 Shares ITT Corporation
$ 8,525.00
accepted at an accredited college, have worked diligently on academic
300 Shares Mattel Inc.
$ 7,725.00
studies while perhaps not being in the top 10 percent of the class and who
1,000 Federal Home Loan Mortgage
have a need for funds to obtain a college education.
Corporation
$598,210.21
5 Shares Picturetel Corporation
PFD 7.90%
$26,875.00
Disbursements $ 2,100.00
115 American Telephone & Telegraph
$ 7,245.00
Principal balance $27,126.64
50,000 U.S. Treasury Notes
Income balance $ 3,090.11
5.125% 02/28/98
$50,304.50
50,000 U.S. Treasury Notes
F. Foster Sherburne and Tenney Sherburne Fund -- Established
9.00% 05/15/98
$58,547.00
1956, the net income from said fund shall be awarded annually to assist in
the education of such deserving young men or women domiciled in said
25,000 Federal Home Loan Banks
Town of Lexington.
9.150% 03/25/97
$28,609.25
Disbursements $ 1,400.00
50,000 Federal National Mortgage Assn
Principal balance $25,595.23
9.250% 04/10/97 Debenture
$52,093.50
Income balance $ 1,926.95
35,000 Federal National Mortgage Assn
7.0% 08/12/02
$36,575.00
Ella A. Stone Fund -- Established 1890, the accrued interest is to be
paid to the school committee who are to employ it in aiding needy and
20,000 Ford Motor Credit Company NT
deserving young women of Lexington in obtaining a higher education.
9.30% 03/15/95
$21,500.00
Principal balance $2,054,87
22,206.86 Fidelity Institutional U.S.
$22,206.86
Income balance $ 653.38
Government
TOTALPRINCIPAL $426,654.86
Pooled Endowment Account for 41 Funds
Income securities and cash
All balances as of 06/30/92
13,453.67 Fidelity Institutional U.S.
$13,453.67
Principal securities and cash
Government
300 Shares Coca Cola Company
$12,900.00
65,000 U.S. Treasury Notes
6.0% 11/15/94
$ 65,924.21
300 Shares Conagra Incorporate
$ 7,575.00
45,000 U.S. Treasury Notes
150 Shares Tambrands Incorporate
$ 6,975.00
3.875 02/28/95
$44,944.20
100 Shares Pfizer Incorporated
$ 6,700.00
50,000 U.S. Treasury Notes
8.5% 05/15/95
$49,605.47
200 Shares Johnson & Johnson
$ 8,300.00
TOTAL INCOME
$171,555.35
300 Shares Mattel Inc.
$ 7,725.00
TOTAL MARKET VALUE OF ACCOUNT
$598,210.21
5 Shares Picturetel Corporation
$ 111.25
115 American Telephone & Telegraph
$ 7,245.00
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 67
Trustees of Public Trusts (continued)
Munroe Cemetery Fund - Perpetual Care Fund
Disbursements
Principal securities and cash
40,000 U.S. Treasury Notes
7.75% 11/15/93
50,000 Federal National Mortgage Assn
9.0% 10/11/99 Debenture
63,284.37 Fidelity Institutional U.S.
Government
TOTAL PRINCIPAL
Income securities and cash
124,016.16 Fidelity Institutional U.S.
Government
TOTAL INCOME
TOTAL MARKET VALUE OF ACCOUNT
Wectview Cemetery Perpetual Care Fund
Disbursements
Principal securities and cash
100 Shares Bankamerica Corporation
300 Shares Baybanks Incorporated
400 Shares Comerica Incorporated
300 Shares First Union Corporation
300 Shares Morgan J.P. & Company
1,000 Shares State Street Boston
Corporation
200 Shares Suntrust Banks Incorporated
800 Shares American General
Corporation
200 Shares American International
Group Inc
$ 9,425.00 Income Securities and cash
$ 25,300.00 173,212.030 Fidelity Institutional U.S. Gov. $173,212.03
TOTAL INCOME $173,212.03
$ 25,800.00 TOTAL MARKET VALUE OF ACCOUNT $1,299,206.61
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 68
50 Shares Ameritech Corporation
$ 4,018.75
$ 864.00
500 Shares FPL Group Incorporated
$ 19,062.50
2,000 Federal Home Loan Mortgage
Market Value
Corporation PFD 7.9%
$ 53,750.00
50,000 U.S. Treasury Bond
$ 40,643.60
11.50% 11/15/95
$ 58,218.50
125,000 U.S. Treasury Notes
$ 53,593.50
6.0% 10/15/99
$129,316.25
$ 63,284.37
50,000 U.S. Treasury Notes
9.0% 05/15/98
$ 58,547.00
$157,521.47
100,000 Federal Home Loan Banks
9.00090 10/11/99
$107,187.00
100,000 Federal Home Loan Banks
$124,016.16
7.00% 08/12/02
$104,500.00
50,000 Ford Motor Credit Company NT
$124,016.16
9.3% 03/15/95
$ 53,750.00
$281,537.63
100,000 Ford Motor Credit Company
8.0% 01115199 N/C
$108,164.00
100,000 Bankers Trust New York
$ 82,730.00
7.125% 07/31/02
$104,738.00
5,000 Hocking Valley Railway
Company
$ 4,525.00
4.5% 07/01/99 1st Cons Mtg
$ 4,537.50
50,000 GTE Corporation DEB
$ 12,900.00
8.85% 03/01/98
$ 56,144.50
$ 11,850.00
106,223.080 Fidelity Institutional U.S.
$106,223.08
Gov.
$ 14,550.00
$ 20,362.50
TOTALPRINCIPA-
$1,125,994.58
$ 35,125.00
$ 9,425.00 Income Securities and cash
$ 25,300.00 173,212.030 Fidelity Institutional U.S. Gov. $173,212.03
TOTAL INCOME $173,212.03
$ 25,800.00 TOTAL MARKET VALUE OF ACCOUNT $1,299,206.61
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 68
Appropriation Committee
In the Spring of 1993, Town Meeting was called
upon to evaluate, analyze and vote upon a
number of serious issues. Concerted effort by
both elected and appointed boards and by Town
Meeting forged sufficient compromises to
present a balanced budget. Town continues to
be plagued by stagnant revenue growth,
restricted State Aid, increasing school
enrollment, and escalating health costs.
However, town leaders are finding innovative
ways to deliver services more efficiently.
In its Annual Report, the Appropriation
Committee emphasized the three major budget
busters which affected the FY94 budget and will
continue to do so for the next five years. These
are rapidly escalating health and benefit costs,
increasing school enrollment, and wage and
salary increases. The Committee also expressed
concern about the proposed strategy to postpone
capital expenditures for infrastructure.
Specific committee recommendations to Town
Meeting were:
• that the requested appropriation for health
insurance be reduced by $400,000 and that
all parties be required to achieve those
savings;
• that the School Committee develop a long -
range plan to deal with enrollment growth
and salary increases; and
• that more opportunities to achieve savings
through privatization and regionalization be
explored.
In the matter of health insurance benefits, Town
Meeting agreed with the Appropriation
Committee and voted to reduce the health care
appropriation by $400,000, setting aside that
amount in the Reserve Fund for disbursement
by the Appropriation Committee if the savings
are not realized. A health care committee has
been meeting diligently in an effort to realize
some of the improvements that need to be made.
The recommendation for a long range school
plan did not require specific Town Meeting
action. The Appropriation Committee will
monitor the issue and expects the new
superintendent to prepare such a plan.
The proposal to privatize the ambulance service
was rejected by Town Meeting. The committee
was split on this issue, but is committed to
seeking cost reduction through privatization and
regionalization. Some committee members
support revisiting this issue.
FY95 Concerns
Revenue: State aid is projected to rise modestly.
Local revenues (excise taxes, fees, investment
income) should resume a gradual upward trend,
while cash reserves, although higher, remain
below safe levels. The primary source of new
revenue continues to be the tax levy.
As commercial values continue to fall and
residential values stabilize, the tax burden will
shift further to the homeowner. Residential taxes
are projected to rise 10 percent even if the
approved budget is within the limitations
prescribed by Proposition 2 1/2.
Expenses: The budget busters for FY95 will
consume our primary attention.
Health Care: The Ad Hoc Benefits Committee
is examining various options to reduce health
care costs to both the town and employees. We
are not optimistic that significant progress will
be made quickly. It is crucial that this years
Coalition Bargaining achieve real savings.
School Enrollment: Increasing elementary
school enrollment prompted the School
Committee to recommend reopening Hastings
as an elementary school. The cost of reopening
Hastings will be $1.1 million in capital costs,
plus $1.2 million in operating costs. The
Appropriation Committee instigated an
evaluation of adding classrooms to existing
schools rather than reopening Hastings. A
broader investigation of all options is required.
Wage and Salary Increases: The teachers have
a 3.1 percent increase in their base salary plus
step increases, as part of their contract extension
made two years ago. In order to arrive at a
budget, there will be great pressure for the other
town employees to settle for much lower
increases. Dealing with this disparity will be
extremely difficult.
Debt Service: Lexington enjoys an excellent
credit rating (AAA). We have, however, one of
the highest debt per capita ratios of comparable
towns. Debt service for FY95 will be $1.8 million
in the operating budget plus $1.6 million for Pine
Meadows for a total of $3.4 million. There is
also considerable pressure to bond more projects
which would further increase debt service.
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 69
Proposition 2 1/2 Override: Early financial
projections indicate a predisposition to seek
another override this year. Even so, there is much
work needed to reduce the budget gap, either to
balance the budget or to bring the override request
to a minimum. With residential tax increases in
excess of 10 percent from reclassification, we
must choose between eliminating some of our
desirable but non - essential programs or
increasing taxes even higher.
Concerns for the Future
Schools: The Schools have tremendous
challenges facing them as they strive for
excellence. Meeting those challenges must be
accomplished within the realm of financial
reality. Overall enrollment is projected to
increase over the next four years at 4.7 %, 3.7 %,
3.2 %, and 1.5 %. Those increases alone will
strain our anticipated revenue stream.
It simply is not possible to maintain class size
and existing programs, and to grant annual pay
raises within the revenues allowed. This will
be the most critical financial issue in the town
for the next few years. Debates on class size,
roles of administrators and specialists, wages,
benefits and physical facilities have serious
ramifications for the quality of Lexington
education and the cost of delivering it.
Collective Bargaining: The Appropriation
Committee recommended the inclusion of the
Town Manager in School negotiations to achieve
an equitable balance between school and
municipal salaries. The Town Manager's
participation in the process has now been
ensured through the Commonwealth's School
Reform legislation. It now remains to be seen
how effective this will be, and how fiscally
responsible future contracts are.
Capital Expenditures: We supported the
Capital Expenditures Committee initiative to
survey all town facilities, municipal and school,
as the first step in a comprehensive, long -range
planning process. Recent neglect of our
infrastructure should be corrected by devoting a
greater percentage of our resources to
maintaining our facilities. This requirement must
be addressed for FY95 and continued annually.
Health Care: The rapidly developing program
for universal health care will undoubtedly affect
the way services are eventually delivered in
Lexington. The process between now and then
Appropriation Committee (continued)
however, will require great diligence and Overall local revenue and state aid growth, however, will only be moderate, leaving the tax levy as
cooperation to reduce our health care cost while the major source of revenue. The limited expectations of revenue growth make it vitally important
maintaining service levels. It is necessary, feasible, to control expense levels and to seek ways to deliver services more efficiently.
and must be pursued with haste and determination.
Privatization/Regionalization: There is a need
to reinvent the way we provide services to the
community. There are many opportunities to
improve some services by either contracting
private providers or joining with other towns in
regional solutions. The Committee asked the
Selectmen, School Committee, and the Capital
Expenditures Committee to participate with us
in exploring and developing private or regional
solutions.
Revenue: As the economy improves, we should
see some improvement in local revenue, but new
construction will not compare with the 1980's.
As commercial property vacancies drop
however, values should improve, relieving the
tax burden on the residential home owners. An
important source of revenue will be state funding
for schools. Although the bulk of the aid will
go to poorer communities, a serious
commitment by the State would assist all
schools, including ours.
The seriousness of the budget gap is evident in the following projection:
As of May 7, 1993, excluding Enterprise Funds ($ in thousands):
FY95
FY96
FY97
FY98
FY"
Revenue
$ 59,968
$ 61,413
$ 62,898
$
64,425
$ 65,996
Expenditures
60,486
63,499
64,542
66,650
70,050
Shortfall
($ 518)
($ 2,086)
($ 1,644)
($
2,225)
($ 4,054)
As of November 17,1993: Revenue $ 59,878
Expenditures 64,691
Shortfall ($ 4,813)
In 1993 members were: Chairman George Burnell, Catherine Abbott, Roger Borghesani, Christina
Coughlin, Marilyn Mairson, Sam Nablo, Paul LaPointe, Jane Pagett, Michael O'Sullivan, Ruth
Souza and John Ryan.
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Appropriation Committee: Seated, Christina Coughlin and Chairman George Burnell. Standing,
foreground, Ruth Souza and Catherine Abbott, standing, rear, Paul LaPointe, Jane Pagett, Sam Nablo,
Roger Borghesani and Comptroller John Ryan. Not pictured, Marilyn Mairson and Ex- Officio Member
Michael O'Sullivan. Photo: Ray Barnes.
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 70
Capital Expenditures Committee
The Capital Expenditures Committee consists
of five members appointed to staggered three -
year terms by the Moderator. The purpose of
the committee is to promote cost - effective
maintenance of the Town's infrastructure and
to promote cost- effective maintenance of the
Town's infrastructure and to provide citizens and
Town Meeting with a clear, concise, and
comprehensive picture of all capital requests,
so that Town Meeting can make well - informed
decisions on capital issues.
Capital issues include all elements of the
municipal and school infrastructures supported
by both the tax levy and Enterprise Funds. The
committee monitors the maintenance of the
capital inventory and studies and evaluates the
replacement and acquisition of new capital items.
We are well aware of the need for budgetary
restraint and continue to evaluate the town's
infrastructure with an eye to the relative urgency
of capital requirements. We consider not only
the town's overall financial position, but also
the quality of life expected by residents.
Immediate financial relief to the current fiscal
situation is not apparent. The committee,
however, unanimously agrees that the
infrastructure of the Town must not be neglected.
We expect that the combined town and school
building study being conducted by the
Permanent Building Committee with Archetype
Associates will provide us with additional
necessary data to allow us to look at total capital
requirements in the order of their importance.
Capital Expenditures Committee: Rear, Chairman Nicholas
Canalonga and Secretary Ronald Grammont. Front, Vice - Chairman
Paul Hamburger, Gloria Holland and Karen Dooks.
Among the proposed FY94 projects supported
by the Capital Expenditures Committee at the
1993 Town Meeting were:
• Water main replacement at Pleasant St. and
Walnut St. $800,000; and at Bartlett Ave.
$140,000. Both expenditures are to be fund-
ed by Water and Sewer Enterprise Fund.
• Replace or reline water mains, phase 10 of
a 20 -part program. $250,000 is funded by
Water and Sewer Enterprise Fund.
• DPW equipment, $253,000, of which
$173,000 from tax levy and $80,000 funded
by Water and Sewer Enterprise Fund. Only
the $80,000 was approved by Town Meeting.
• Street improvements of $500,000 funded
from anticipated Chapter 90 funds.
Sewer lines at Bartlett Ave. and Vinebrook
Rd. $210,000, bonded by the Sewer
Enterprise Fund.
• Water infiltration removal $350,000 funded
by MWRA. Of this amount 25% a grant
and 75% a five year interest -free loan. Our
recommendation of support was contingent
upon receipt of MWRA funding.
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 71
The committee will continue to:
• Encourage continued development of and
monitor changes to our long term capital plan.
• Encourage town and school officials to
establish an inventory of capital resources,
and to estimate the depreciation and
maintenance cost of each significant item.
• Review and make recommendations to
Town Meeting on all capital - related articles.
• Monitor the status of approved capital
projects.
• Promote early and good communications
among interacting committees on all Town
Meeting capital articles.
Members in 1993: Nicholas A. Cannalonga,
Chairman; Paul E. Hamburger, Vice - Chairman;
Ronald G. Grammont, Secretary; Karen A.
Dooks, and Gloria V. Holland.
Revenue Officer
The Revenue Office has three distinct
responsibilities:
• Treasury management, which involves the
receipt and disbursement of all town funds,
all borrowing and debt administration and
investment of idle cash to produce
investment income;
• Tax collection, which involves billing and
collecting all real estate, personal property
and motor vehicle excise taxes, water and
sewer bills and accepting parking ticket
payments and other miscellaneous town bills;
• Benefits coordination, involving admini-
stering the town's group health and life
insurance programs, deferred compensation
plans and Section 125 cafeteria benefits plan.
Treasury Management
Calendar year 1993 was a banner year for the
town in the area of refinancing existing debt.
On July 15, the town borrowed $3,300,000
through the state's Water Pollution Abatement
Trust to refinance debt originally issued on July
8, 1992 for the North Lexington Pumping
Station. This refinancing will save the town's
sewer ratepayers $694,393 over the life of the
10 year bond.
On December 3, the town issued $8,155,000 in
debt, of which $6,465,000 was used to refinance
bonds originally issued in 1985 for school
buildings and land conservation. Since the original
bonds were issued at 65.3 percent and the new
bonds at 3.78 percent, the town will save $413,437
over the remaining eight years of the bonds.
In connection with both issues, Moody's Investor
Service reaffirmed its highest rate of Aaa for the
town's debt. Lexington is one of only 28 cities
and towns nationwide that carry this rating. The
benefit of this high rating is realized in lower
interest cost on the town's long term debt.
The only short term borrowing were bond
anticipation notes, repaid by the proceeds of the
December bond issue, and state aid anticipation
notes. These latter support road improvement
projects and are repaid by reimbursement from
the state. The town did not borrow for cash flow
purposes.
Collections
The town began billing and collecting real estate
and personal property taxes on a quarterly basis
in FY92 and continued this schedule in FY93.
This change improved cash flow, which
contributed to interest earnings and prevented
the need for tax anticipation borrowing.
Motor vehicle excise bills are prepared and
mailed based on information provided by the
Registry of Motor Vehicles. Each vehicle
registered in Lexington is billed once each
calendar year. Most excise bills are mailed out
in February; a few are sent out during the rest
of the year to owners of newly registered cars.
Water and sewer bills are mailed out in June
and December.
Property tax collections as of June 30, 1993 were
$46,980,764 and motor vehicle excise tax
collections totaled $2,276,259.
Requests for municipal lien certificates,
documents required whenever a property is sold
or refinanced, continued at an all time high, as
low interest rates prompted many residents to
refinance their mortgages, many for a second
time in as many years.
Benefits Administration
In recognition of the growing complexity and
costs of administering the benefits programs
for employees, as well as the importance of
emphasizing wellness programs, the town
reorganized the payroll function and staffing to
create a Benefits Coordinator position, and
appointed Rosemary Ducharme to the position.
This position provides more intensive analysis
of health insurance claims and allowed the town
to bring in -house the administration of the
Section 125 Cafeteria Plan at a reduced cost to
both town and employees.
The coordinator also provided critical support
to the ad hoc Benefits Review Committee whose
mission is to stabilize the town's health care
costs, and initiated wellness related programs
that offer the potential for future savings on
health insurance costs.
The town now offers one indemnity health
insurance plan on a self- insured basis and four
Health Maintenance Organization plans
Maureen G. Valente, Revenue Officer
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 72
Comptroller
On July 8, 1992, the town issued permanent fi-
nancing debt in the amount of $4,840,000. A
major portion of the issue ($3.3 million) was
for costs associated with the North Lexington
Sewer Pumping Station.
In the Spring of 1993, the Comptroller's De-
partment, in conjunction with the Revenue De-
partment, Engineering Department and Town
Counsel, prepared to enter a loan agreement with
the state through the Massachusetts Water Pol-
lution Abatement Trust. The process involved
was similar to that which the town goes through
when it issues permanent debt, including a credit
rating review by Moody's Investor Service.
The result of this effort was a net savings of
$694,000 to the town's sewer rate payers. The
savings are due to a more favorable interest rate
along with a commitment by the commonwealth
to make contract assistance payments over the
life of the loan.
In November, the town underwent a similar re-
financing of the school and conservation debt,
originally issued in 1986. At that time, the town
sold advance refunding bonds in a competitive
sale.
Lexington was the second community in the
state to do so. Andover sold its bonds on No-
vember 9 and Lexington sold its bonds on No-
vember 18. The town received five bids, with
a low bid of 3.78 percent.
Between the two refinancings, total savings will
amount to more than $1,100,000 over the life
of the loans.
John J. Ryan, Comptroller
Board of Assessors
The Assessor's Office is the town's
financial arm responsible for discovering,
listing and valuing taxable properties.
To meet this charge, the office activities
center around maintaining an extensive
property database, using that data to
estimate property values, develop tax rate
options, compute taxes and defend
valuations.
The office also serves the public by
sharing valuable property data with
homeowners, real estate brokers,
appraisers and builders.
In 1993, the office continued to build a
reliable database and develop computer
Property Class
tools capable of efficiently accessing that
data. Plans to improve data quality through
a periodic property inspection program
had to be shelved for lack of funding.
Work is proceeding to upgrade the
database to Paradox for Windows. This
will allow for the storage, maintenance
and retrieval of graphic and photographic
images as well as tabular data.
The Assessors office worked with an
appointed citizens advisory committee to
develop brochures designed to help the
public understand the assessment process.
To provide taxpayers with advance notice
of new valuations, the office began a value
ABSTRACT OF ASSESSMENTS
FISCAL YEAR 1994
Number of Parcels
Single Family
8,734
Condominiums
701
Two Family /Duplex
198
Three Family /Triplex
12
Multi -unit
12
Land
676
Miscellaneous Residential
23
Commercial
424
Industrial
40
Agricultural Land (61A)
2
Recreational Land (61B)
7
Mixed Use Res /Corn
20
Personal Property /Utilities
448
Totals 11,297
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 73
notification program. By making
valuations available early in November,
the office can resolve valuation problems
before tax rates are set and bills mailed in
January. As a result, there was a marked
drop in the number of abatements filed for
Fiscal Year 1994.
The three - member Board of Assessors,
appointed by the Town Manager,
establishes policies and operating
strategies. They are Dr. Robert Leone,
Robert Foster and Sara Robinson.
Harald Scheid - Town Assessor
Assessed Value
$2,386,608,000
123,862,000
44,880,000
3,327,000
30,057,000
28,876,000
9,456,000
294,952,000
77,172,000
61,000
1,850,000
9,467,000
43,156,200
$3,053,724,200
Board of Assessors (continued)
FISCAL 1994 RECAPITULATION
I. AMOUNT TO BE RAISED
ESTIMATED RECEIPTS FROM STATE
A.
APPROPRIATIONS
1. Cherry Sheet Estimated Receipts
4,853,382.00
1. Total Appropriations as Certified by Town
2. Cherry Sheet Estimated Charges
Open Space
Clerk to be Raised by Taxation, Chapter
(Prior Year Overestimates)
7,929.00
41, Section 15A
$ 70,269,942.00
8,138,394.89
2. Total Appropriations Voted to be Taken
1. Local Receipts (Schedule B)
5,304,244.09
from Available Funds
0.00
B.
OTHER LOCAL EXPENDITURES
FREE CASH AND OTHER REVENUE SOURCES
49,156,200
1. Debt and Interest Charges
0.00
$48,686,561.91
2. Final Court Judgements
0.00
0.00
3. Total of Overlay Deficits of Prior Years
0.00
516,088.00
4. Offsets to Cherry Sheet Estimated
FREE CASH USED SPECIFICALLY TO REDUCE THE
Receipts
1,259,575.00
C.
STATE AND COUNTY CHARGES
TOTAL ESTIMATED RECEIPTS AND REVENUE FROM
1. Cherry Sheet Estimated Charges
890,838.00
D.
OVERLAY RESERVE FOR TAX ABATEMENTS AND
STATUTORY EXEMPTIONS
350,000.00
E.
TOTAL AMOUNT TO BE RAISED
72,770,355.00
II. ESTIMATED RECEIPTS AND REVENUE FROM SOURCES
A.
ESTIMATED RECEIPTS FROM STATE
LEVY BY CLASS
VALUATION
1. Cherry Sheet Estimated Receipts
4,853,382.00
$37,286,069.52
2. Cherry Sheet Estimated Charges
Open Space
0.0000
(Prior Year Overestimates)
7,929.00
B.
LOCAL ESTIMATED RECEIPTS
8,138,394.89
300,199,000
1. Local Receipts (Schedule B)
5,304,244.09
2,092,132.92
2. Enterprise Funds (Schedule C)
13,152,150.00
C.
FREE CASH AND OTHER REVENUE SOURCES
49,156,200
TOTAL
APPROPRIATED FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSES
$48,686,561.91
$3,053,724,200
1. Free Cash
0.00
2. Transfer
516,088.00
D.
FREE CASH USED SPECIFICALLY TO REDUCE THE
TAX RATE
250,000.00
E.
TOTAL ESTIMATED RECEIPTS AND REVENUE FROM
OTHER SOURCES
24,083,793.09
III. TAX RATE SUMMARY
A. TOTAL AMOUNT TO BE RAISED 72,770,355.00
B. TOTAL ESTIMATED RECEIPTS AND REVENUE FROM
OTHER SOURCES 24,083,793.09
C. NET AMOUNT TO BE RAISED BY PROPERTY
TAXATION 48,686,561.91
D. CLASSIFIED TAX LEVIES AND RATES
CLASS
LEVY%
LEVY BY CLASS
VALUATION
Residential
76.5895
$37,286,069.52
$2,633,197,000
Open Space
0.0000
0.00
0
Commercial
16.7120
8,138,394.89
300,199,000
Industrial
4.2961
2,092,132.92
77,172,000
Personal Property
2.4024
1,169,964.58
49,156,200
TOTAL
100.0000
$48,686,561.91
$3,053,724,200
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 - Page 74
TAX RATES
$14.16
0.00
27.11
27.11
27.11
Retirement Board
The Retirement Board is responsible for
Contributory Retirement System: 12/31/93
investing the assets of the Lexington Retirement
System in a manner which will assure adequate
funding of its long term pension liabilities at the
Comparative Asset Allocation'
lowest possible cost to taxpayers. The 1993
returns were positive and competitive, producing
Asset Type World
Capital Markets
Lexington
a time- weighted total return of 11 percent to
Cash
8,8%
5.0%
portfolio assets.
As fiduciaries, the board has carefully
Bonds
* Domestic
18.8%
35.9%
0.0
established an asset allocation policy using a
* International
19.0
37.8%
35.9%
mixture of stocks, bonds, international funds and
Subtotal
cash equivalents to make up the portfolio. The
Stocks
returns were achieved within the guidelines of
* Domestic -Large
18.2%
50.5%
a conservative but forward - looking investment
* Domestic- Mid/Small
5.0
0.0
policy.
* International
29.2
8.6
Subtotal
54.2%
59.1%
William M. Mercer completed the actuarial
valuation report and the board has reviewed its
Real Estate
0.8%
0.0%
0.0
contents. Results indicate that investment
Venture Cap /Other
0.2
activities are having a lasting contribution in
100.0%
100.0%
stabilizing the fiscal condition of our retirement
Total
system.
In 1993, Employee Representative Robert W.
Asset Mix:
Cunha ran unopposed for reelection to a three -
year term on the board. The other two members
Asset Class
are appointed member Robert Gary and
Comptroller John Ryan. The Board is fortunate
Cash Reserves
1,712,276
to have the continuing service of Barbara Glynn
Core Equities
17,447,837
2.951,425
who most efficiently handles the details.
International Equities
12,403,734
Fixed Income
$34,515,272
Accounting functions, which had been
Total Account
performed by an outside consultant, have been
brought in -house to achieve improved
Annualized Investment
Returns
accountability at a lower cost.
lyr
2yr 3yr
4yr 5yr
1993 saw the retirement of 11 employees from
U.S. Equities Only 8.6
Equities 34.2
8.8 16.3
da
10.5 11.9
town service with annual pensions totaling
Fixed Income 10.9
Fixed d Income
9.5 12.5
9.5
11.9 12.5
11. 12.
$175,394. We wish these employees well in
Total Account 11.0
9.7 14.6
11.2 11.8
their retirement and thank them for all their years
of dedicated service to the town.
Appraisal Summary by Sector
Robert W. Cunna, chairman
Cash and Cash Equivalents:
$1,712,276
John J. Ryan
Robert M. Gary
Fixed Income Securities
Governments
3,999,983
Mortgage .Backed
3,051,935
Corporate
5,351,816
Total Fixed Income Securities
12,403,734
Equities
Consumer Stable
29142,000
Consumer Cyclical
1,485,888
Services
3,373,025
Finance & Utility
3,102.431
Energy
1,219,375
Industrial
6,125,119
International
2,951,425
Total Equities
$20,399,262
Total Assets Under Management
$34,515,272
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 - Page 75
Combined Balance Sheet
June 30, 1993
Assets
Cash and Investments:
Cash
Temporary investments
Other investments
Total
Property Taxes Receivable:
Fiscal 1994
Current year's levy
Prior year' levies and deferred
Total
Other Receivables and Tax Titles:
Motor vehicle excise
User charges and liens
Special assessments - current
Special assessments -long term
Departmentals
Tax titles
Due from other governments
Other
Total
Due From Other Funds
property and Equipment - Net
Amount to be Provided For:
Repayment of long -term obligations
Retirement of bonds
Repayment of grant and bond
anticipation notes
Total
Total Assets
General Special Capital Enterprise Treasurer Long Term
Fund Revenue Projects Funds Trusts Debt Total
$5,627,989 $203,108
$5,627,989 $203,108
$0 $2,375,734 $1,606,335
852,129
$0 $2,375,734 $2,458,464
$9,813,166
852,129
$0 $10,665,295
$23,143,836
$424,004
$23,143,836
318,885
$0
318,885
209,717
$31,404,842
209,717
$23,672,438 $0
$0 $0 $0
$0 $23,672,438
$304,664
$101,068,360
$304,664
3,591,467
3,591,467
1,350
1,350
331,842
331,842
291,608
291,608
709,394
709,394
22,281
33,078
55,359
0
$1,661,139 $0
$0 $3,624,545 $0
$0 $5,285,684
$1,663,551
$816,287 $102,074
$2,581,912
$40,439,751
$40,439,751
443,276 424,004
17,556,000 17,556,000
867,280
$443,276
$424,004
$0
$0
$0
$17,556,000
$18,423,280
$31,404,842
$2,290,663
$816,287
$46,440,030
$2,560,538
$17,556,000
$101,068,360
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 - Page 76
Combined Balance Sheet
June 30, 1993
Liabilities and Fund Balances
Liabilities:
Warrants payable
Accrued expenses
Accrued payroll
Reserve for abatements
Deferred revenues
Deposits and other liabilities
Due to other funds
Due to other governments
Bond and grant anticipation notes
payable
Other
Total Liabilities
Fund Balances:
Contributed capital
Retained earnings
Retained earnings reserved
Fund balances:
Unreserved
Reserved for expenditures
Reserved for encumbrances
General Special Capital Enterprise Treasurer Long Term
Fund Revenue Projects Funds Trusts Debt Total
$648,330
$316,126
$4,471 $129,261
$5,342 $1,103,530
485,065
27,622
47,890
560,577
234,293
$31,404,842
$2,290,663
234,293
24,949,701
$2,560,538
$17,556,000
24,949,701
59,586
26,772
852,129 938,487
1,328,207
1,249,509
2,577,716
443,276
424,004
5,074,000
17,556,000 23,497,280
$28,148,458
$767,752
$4,471 $6,527,432
$857,471 $17,556,000 $53,861,584
2,581,471 1,226, 342
250,000
424,913 296,569
811,816
$35,586,840
4,325,758
1,703,067
$35,586,840
4,325,758
0
5,510,880
250,000
1,533,298
0
0
Total Fund Balances
$3,256,384
$1,522,911
$811,816
$39,912,598
$1,703,067
$0
$47,206,776
Total Liabilities and Fund Balances
$31,404,842
$2,290,663
$816,287
$46,440,030
$2,560,538
$17,556,000
$101,068,360
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 77
Revenues /Expenditures and Fund Balances
June 30, 1993
Fund Types
Governmental Fudiciary Combined Totals
Special Capital Expendable Memorandum Only
General Revenue Projects Trust 1993
Revenue:
Property taxes
$46,980,764
$2,633,426
$46,980,764
Intergovernmental
3,590,211 2,355,390
4,320
5,949,921
Motor vehicle excise tax
2,276,259
Public safety
2,276,259
Departmental and other
2,837,361 1,883,036
598,710
5,319,107
Interest
188,968
33,737
222,705
Special assessments
78,058
122,704
78,058
Total Revenue
$55,951,621 $4,238,426
$0 $636,767
$60,826,814
Expenditures:
Education
$28,800,449
$2,633,426
$866,341
$32,300,216
Public works
6,009,702
179,359
6,189,061
Public safety
5,530,881
318,427
166
5,849,474
Pension
2,400,189
2,641,004
Repayment of bond and grant
2,400,189
General government
2,505,539
122,704
4,600,989
7,229,232
Culture and recreation
1,174,472
57,121
9,052
1,240,645
State and county assesssments
936,268
936,268
Health and human services
435,134
102,459
529,694
1,067,287
Debt service (includes $1336860
0
Transfers from(to) other funds
(2,833,732)
(354,897)
interest expense)
3,418,558
2,206,177
Total Other (Uses)
3,418,558
Other, net
$850,000
$5,394,806
$3,260,192
0
Total Expenditures $51,211,192 $3,413,496 $866,341 $5,139,901 $60,630,930
Other Financing Sources (Uses):
Continued appropriations
($122,989)
($122,989)
Proceeds of bonds and grant
anticipation notes
0
1,101,004
1,540,000
2,641,004
Repayment of bond and grant
anticipation notes
0
(774,000)
(690,000)
(1,464,000)
Transfer from reserve for
abatements
0
Transfers from(to) other funds
(2,833,732)
(354,897)
5,394,806
2,206,177
Total Other (Uses)
($2,956,721)
($27,893)
$850,000
$5,394,806
$3,260,192
Excess (Deficiency) of Revenues
Over Expenditures
$1,783,708
$797,037
($16,341)
$891,672
$3,456,076
Fund Balance,-Beg. of Year
$1,472,676
$725,874
$811,395
$811,395
$3,821,340
Fund Balance, End of Year $3,256,384 $1,522,911 $795,054 $1,703,067 $7,277,416
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 78
Statement of Revenues, Expenditures & Fund Balances - Special Revenue
June 30, 1993
Balance Transfers/ Balance
July 1, 1992 Adjustments Encumbrances Expenditures Revenue 'June 30, 1993
School lunch
Total
Highway
DPW grant 6/7/82
Chapter 637 Acts of 1983
Chapter 811 Acts of 1985
Chapter 90 contract 33645
Highway layout
Ch 91 of 1991 contract 34133
CH. 90 FY 92
CH. 90 FY93
MA 34856
Total
Other Special Revenue
Spring St/Hayden Ave
Hutchinson
Needy Family
Traffic imp- N.Lex.
Traffic imp- S.Lex.
Youth
LWV "Vote Today" Flag
Fitness
School Smoke Detection
Hats II
Benches
Countryside Beautification
Legal Receipts Reserved Approp.
N.O.I. Fees/Local Share
Affordable Housing
Insurance Recovery Police
Suicide Prevention Grant
Off Duty Detail - Police
Lexington D.A.R.E.
Off Duty Detail Fire
Heart Defib Program
Other Special Revenue (continued)
Insurance Reimb Fire
Training robot
$53,937
$705,195
$727,283
$76,025
$53,937
$0
$0
$705,195
$727,283
$76,025
$30,704
$30,784
($80)
(1,322)
(1,322)
129
0
129
46,155
(1,750)
37,042
0
7,363
49,690
49,690
39,199
68,238
107,437
0
(206,025)
424,004
282,482
200,233
384,579
119,843
86773
86773
0
181603
181603
0
($41,470)
$672,095
$282,482
$643,872
$471,352
$175,623
$80,000
$80,000
875
875
100
100
5
5
80,000
80,000
1,781
1,781
66
66
5,132
150
2,629
550
2,903
30
30
(4,100)
3,000
2,000
(5,100)
2,942
10,846
14,982
7,078
1,020
883
40000
40000
137
6,908
1,568
8,476
(909)
(909)
4,778
41,119
38,629
2,288
1,313
1,313
(41,378)
342,753
335,213
(48,918)
930
7,860
10,373
3,443
2,961
963
3,633
1,634
1,925
3,017
9,900
9,900.
3,017
115
1,853
1,853
115
489
500
11
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 - Page 79
Statement of Revenues, Expenditures & Fund Balances - Special Revenue
June 30, 1993
Sale of Cemetery Lots
Off Duty Custodian
Insurance Reimb DPW
Traffic Signs and Fences
Trees
Hydrants
Parking Meter
Parking Permits
Parking Lots
Off Duty Detail DPW
COA- Social Day Care
COA Transportation Grant
Meals on Wheels
DEA Formula Grant
MBTA Grant
United Way Phase Eleven
State Aid to Libraries
Literacy Grant
Literacy Grant
Updating Reference Collection
County Dog Fund
Munroe Paving
Bikeway
Cable T.V.
Total
School Special Revenue
Off Duty Custodian
D.A.R.E.
Adult Education
Summer Language 91
Gov Alliance Against Drugs
Project Enhance 190
Comp Health Henn Svcs
Project Mainstream 90
School Imp Council 90
Early Childhood Ed 90
Project Mainstream 91
Driver Ed
Lox Spec Svcs 91
School Special Revenue (continued)
Balance Transfers / Balance
July 1, 1992 Adjustments Encumbrances Expenditures Revenue June 30, 1993
$430,906
$15,210
26,916
21,429
300
306
4,982
614
141
(739)
204
10,083
690
($13,307)
(21,429)
739
293 11776 11,483
25000 50000 25,000
$14,087 $1,070,325 $1,094,231 $427,418
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 - Page 80
$16,298
38,902
38,903
1
3,466
6,539
3,072
(1)
12,220
300
6,200
18,120
5,913
333
6,246
571
306
300
871
14,283
3,101
17,384
158,353
176,374
18,021
39,876
69,618
29,742
0
133,888
73,521
65,378
125,745
2978
2,978
24,471
3,008 33,163
37,140
25,440
(2,077)
1,029 5,634
5,139
(3,601)
12,588
52,443
48,298
8,443
270 (270)
11,219
11,219
0
0
80,000
80,000
0
3053
3500
447
20,327
20,441
21,826
21,712
14,226 (14,000)
125
101
1,213
33,159
32,750
804
3497
9000
5,503
1,020
0
1,020
3,065
3,065
$430,906
$15,210
26,916
21,429
300
306
4,982
614
141
(739)
204
10,083
690
($13,307)
(21,429)
739
293 11776 11,483
25000 50000 25,000
$14,087 $1,070,325 $1,094,231 $427,418
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 - Page 80
$16,298
$15,164
$14,076
3500
2328
($1,172)
123,968
120,125
23,073
0
300
306
4,982
614
141
0
204
50,292
55,284
15,075
690
Statement of Revenues, Expenditures & Fund Balances - Special Revenue
June 30, 1993
Balance Transfers / Balance
July 1, 1992 Adjustments Encumbrances Expenditures Revenue June 30, 1993
School Bus Tickets
1,779
1,779
0
Lost Books
16,211
16,211
Athletics
25,357
235,589
263,498
53,266
SAT
1,012
1,012
Drama Foundation
15,157
12,352
8,960
11,765
Block Simms
13,059
11,000
2,059
Eisenhower Science 91
689
689
Insurance Reimb School
16,802
5,509
22,311
Horace Mann
209
209
Mastery in Learn -Drama
2
2
Susan Spencer Memorial Fund
780
780
Language Arts 92
3,240
2,142
2,142
3,240
Spec Needs Spec Pot
(252)
(252)
Spec. Summer Lang
(800)
(800)
School Imp Council
3,605
3,605
Metco 89
358
358
ECIA Block Grant 89
53
53
Horace Mann
200
200
Professional Development
3,025
3,025
Transition 90
1,260
1,260
Desk Top Publishing
8,184
8,184
Ed. Tech. Grant
3,009
3,009
Life Earth Science
159
159
Mid Application Lab
1,288
1,288
Summer Language Low Inc
2,044
2,044
Drama Teach Meth
50
50
School Special Revenue (continued)
Sch. Imp. Council 88
2,359
2,359
Govt Alliance Against Drugs
11,830
11,830
Computer Foundation
230
230
Sch. Imp. Council 89
2,058
2,058
Comp Tech 90
(4,608)
(4,608)
Mainstream Spec Need Teach
100
100
Desk Top Publishing 90
66
66
Early Child Alloc 90
3,681
3,681
Project deep 90
(1,647)
(1,647)
Teacher Math Eisenhower 90
5,266
5,266
Challenge Grant
22,050
22,050
Health & Fitness Ed
(519)
(519)
Metco FY 92
11,694
11,694
0
Project Enhance FY 92
1,499
1,470
29
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 - Page 81
Statement of Revenues, Expenditures & Fund Balances - Special Revenue
June 30, 1993
Balance Transfers / Balance
July 1, 1992 Adjustments Encumbrances Expenditures Revenue June 30, 1993
Proj Mainstream FY 92
Lox. Special Svcs. FY 92
Transition FY 92
Block/Simms FY 92
Eisenhower FY 92
Instructional Materials FY 92
Restruc Schls Integration
Integ. Yng Chld Spec Nds FY 9
Bridge to Full Inclusion FY 92
Health Ed Life Skills FY 92
Lexington Education Foundation
Project Inclusion
DARE Gov Alliance FY 92
Materials Foundation
Lox Summer Camp
Lox Special Services
Project Mainstream 93
Block Grant 93
Drug Free Schools 93
CH 1 FY93
Early Childhood Ed FY 93
Intensive Special Ed
PAC Parent Training FY93
Per Pupil Ed FY93
FY 93 Metco
Eisenhower FY 93
Preref & Integration FY 93
Home Sch Partnership 93
Diamond Band
Teacher of the Year
Total
Special Revenue Fund Total
3,929 3
3,393 3
386 9
922
2,773 2
2,773 0
0
2,353 2
2,492 1
139 0
0
684 5
533 1
151
3,626 3
3,626 0
0
3 1
1,000 1
1,003
3,268 3
3,268 0
0
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 - Page 82
Comptroller Schedule of Appropriations
June 30. 1993
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 - Page 8:
Carry
Total
1994
Account
Budget
Transfer
Expended
Forward
Expended
Balance
Budget
Selectmen
Personal Services
$30,000
$387
$30,387
$30,387
$0
$30,502
Expenses
11,050
9,700
9,700
1,350
10,600
Election P. S.
12,400
12,399
12,399
1
Election expense
14,200
12,522
12,522
1,678
Town Manager
Personal Services
208,980
12,074
221,054
221,054
0
189,758
Expenses
(9,317)
20,402
9,573
22
9,595
1,490
14,056
Temporary Help & OT
32,340
29,454
29,454
2,886
38,400
Clerical Pool
11,248
1,265
12,335
12,335
178
13,000
Police & Fire Medical
35,400
60,000
104,826
104,826
(9,426)
35,430
Out of State Travel
2,000
2,000
2,000
0
4,030
Professional Services
68,010
68,010
68,010
0
68,010
Director of Guides
1,500
750
750
750
1,500
Tuition & Training
13,720
13,720
13,720
0
16,000
Travel in State
12,250
5,738
5,738
6,512
15,000
Art.5 of 92
226,000
(189,144)
36,856
36,856
0
200,000
Art. 20 of 93
200,000
Appropriation Committee
Expenses
735
718
718
17
735
Reserve Fund
Expenses
250,000
(249,800)
0
200
600,000
Finance
Personal Services
472,866
15,979
488,828
488,828
17
353,663
Expenses
62,062
96,167
154,673
2,585
157,258
971
183,452
Law
Legal Fees
185,000
40,000
183,159
41,841
225,000
0
185,000
Town Clerk
Personal Services
101,137
12,056
112,983
112,983
210
103,276
Expenses
2,500
2,367
248
2,615
(115)
2,630
Election P.S.
25,921
25,391
25,391
530
20,922
Election Exp.
6,825
4,306
4,306
2,519
17,925
Registration
Personal Services
1,806
1,730
1,730
76
1,825
Expenses
28,950
13,854
13,854
15,096
24,350
Conservation Commission
Personal Services
54,249
1,931
56,179
56,179
1
56,181
Expenses
7,708
2,312
2,312
5,396
6,480
Planning Board
Personal Services
117,990
117,206
117,206
784
114,447
Expenses
6,450
5,812
5,812
638
6,600
Board of Appeals
Personal Services
$24,565
$617
$25,179
$25,179
$3
$25,179
Expenses
730
571
571
$159
730
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 - Page 8:
Comptroller Schedule of Appropriations
June 30, 1993
Misc. Boards & Comm. 6,075 4,635 4,635 1,440 6,075
Library
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 - Page 84
Carry
Total
1994
Account
Budget
Transfer
Expended
Forward
Expended
Balance
Budget
Public Works
Personal Services
2,296,275
55,245
2,339,256
2,339,256
12,264
2,033,074
Expenses
3,147,521
171,477
3,593,748
16,222
3,609,970
(290,972)
3,516,861
Art. 14 ATM 92
85,076
76,698
5,923
82,621
2,455
Art. 9 of 93
65,218
Town Reports
Expenses
4,800
4,413
4,413
387
4,800
Police
Personal Services
2,380,167
31,000
2,417,085
2,417,085
(5,918)
2,398,642
Expenses
251,394
221,289
221,289
30,105
253,650
Fire
Personal Services
2,292,793
220,091
2,512,883
2,512,883
1
2,531,341
Expenses
150,759
35,000
184,069
483
184,552
1,207
199,218
Dispatch
182,677
Building & Zoning Officer
Personal Services
136,979
25,038
162,016
162,016
1
161,140
Expenses
4,098
4,098
4,098
0
4,300
Dog Officer
Personal Services
24,874
625
25,496
25,496
3
25,398
Expenses
5,725
3,945
507
4,452
1,273
9,224
School
0
Art. 28 of 91
2,897
5,559
5,559
Pers. Svcs. & Exp.
28,476,431
28,249,645
180,478
28,430,123
46,308
29,064,743
Vocational
550,803
550,803
550,803
0
681,657
Board of Health
Personal Services
92,629
4,051
96,680
96,680
0
95,391
Expenses
22,824
20,209
444
20,653
2,171
22,984
Rabies Clinic
3,249
3,199
50
3,249
0
Visiting Nurse
7,500
3,898
3,102
7,000
500
7,500
Council on Aging
Personal Services
78,346
9,419
87,765
87,765
0
84,726
Expenses
97,978
93,309
93,309
4,669
106,468
Human Services
Replace
66,542
66,542
66,542
0
67,800
Veterans P.S.
19,328
580
19,810
19,810
98
19,812
Expenses
50,393
35,066
10,101
45,167
5,226
40,455
Develop. Disabled
10,457
10,457
10,457
0
10,457
Lexpress
Personal Services
$30,135
$29,301
$29,301
834
$32,005
Expenses
195,592
174,604
1,355
$175,959
19,633
223,845
Misc. Boards & Comm. 6,075 4,635 4,635 1,440 6,075
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Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 - Page 84
Comptroller Schedule of Appropriations
June 30. 1993
Account
Budget
Transfer
Expended
Carry Total
Forward Expended
Balance
1994
Budget
Personal Services
933,539
9,170
942,709
942,709
0
947,669
Expenses
208,411
7,189
215,599
215,599
1
223,819
Historical Comm.
$54,136,166
($3,431,035)
$50,286,698
$376,842
$50,663,540
$51,040,382 $7
Expenses
2,750
2,385
150 2,535
215
3,150
Public Celebration
$424
$415
$415
$9
Expenses
9,506
9,144
9,144
362
12,506
Debt Service
280
150
150
130
Principal
2,332,250
2,246,000
2,246,000
86,250
2,576,000
Interest
1,188,468
(57,774)
1,172,558
1,172,558
15,910
1,108,836
Pension/Retirement
2,825
2,825
2,825
0
Noncontrib.
160,000
182,146
182,146
(22,146)
160,000
Contributory
2,166,058
51,985
2,218,043
2,218,043
0
2,228,728
Insurance
Expenses
4,524,269
(3,873,839)
537,645
12,730
550,375
100,055 4,861,507
Art. of 92
100,000
36,255
63,745
100,000
0
Total General Fund
$54,136,166
($3,431,035)
$50,286,698
$376,842
$50,663,540
$51,040,382 $7
General Fund Prior Year
Selectmen
$424
$415
$415
$9
Town Manager
784
125
125
659
Police & Fire Med.
280
150
150
130
Finance
21,050
20,976
20,976
74
Salary Adjustments
57,774
(57,774)
0
0
Registration
2,825
2,825
2,825
0
Conservation
2,573
2,397
2,397
176
Art. 17 of 77
2,019
2,019
2,019
0
Planning
Police
7,496
7,375
7,375
121
Art. 37 of 89
1,908
252
1,656
1,908
0
Fire
18,488
18,383
18,383
105
Art. 22 of 91
20,000
47
19,953
20,000
0
Art. 26 of 90
17,964
7,631
7,631
10,333
Art. 30 of 89
1,211
0
1,211
Art. 26 of 87
1,760
0
1,760
Animal Control
1,383
1,000
1,000
383
Public Schools
82,229
22,038
22,038
60,191
Public Works
52,940
22,112
22,112
30,828
Art. 21 of 90
31,933
7,499
24,434
31,933
0
Board of Health
3,353
3,200
3,200
153
Visiting Nurse
1,436
0
1,436
Council on Aging
165
0
165
Lexpress
6,960
5,764
5,764
1,196
Total Prior Year(s)
$336,955
($57,774)
$122,189
$48,062
$170,251
$108,930
Enterprise Funds
Sewer
Personal Services $157,250 $118,031 $118,031 $39,219 $190,980
Expenses 4,403,172 ($166,635) 3,637,684 201 3,637,885 598,652 5,534,129
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Comptroller Schedule of Appropriations
June 30, 1993
Account
Budget
Transfer Expended
Carry
Forward
Total
Expended
Balance
1994
Budget
Debt Service
530,370
213,995
424
213,995
316,375
397,454
Art 12 of 92
25,000
23,488
23,488
1,512
336,118
Art. 20 of 91
3,267,314
1,893,714
1,373,600
3,267,314
0
1,373,600
Art. 24 of 90
3,721
1,734
1,988
3,722
(1)
1,988
Art. 9 of 93
191,284
66,993
258,277
0
40,000
Art. 11 of 93
2,603
4,847
7,450
0
210,000
Art. 12 of 93
250,000
250,000
0
350,000
Total Sewer Fund
$8,386,827
($166,635) $5,888,646
$1,375,789
$7,264,435
$955,757
$8,098,151
Water
Personal Services
Expenses
Debt Service
Art 16 of 89
Art. 16 of 91
Art. 16 of 90
Art. 16 of 88
Art. 11 of 92
Art. 12 of 92
Art. 9 of 93
Art. 8 of 93
Total Water Fund
Recreation Fund
Personal Services
Expenses
Art. 24 of 91
Art. 23 of 91
Art. 31 of 87
Art. 16 of 92
Art. 19 of 92
Art. 15 of 93
Art. 16 of 93
Art. 17 of 93
Art. 18 of 93
Total Recreation
$344,743
$310,474
$310,474
$34,269
$416,949
3,150,588
(666,540)
2,479,028
424
2,479,452
4,596
3,656,865
351,118
351,118
351,118
0
336,118
29,703
282
29,468
29,750
(47)
29,468
219,776
201,923
17,853
219,776
0
17,853
258,277
191,284
66,993
258,277
0
66,993
7,450
2,603
4,847
7,450
0
4,847
250,000
250,000
250,000
0
250,000
35,000
35,000
35,000
40,000
1,190,000
$4,361,655
($666,540)
$3,536,712
$119,585
$3,656,297
$38,818
$6,044,093
$324,711
$282,914
$282,914
$41,797
$335,039
617,327
(92,000)
448,223
448,223
77,104
624,616
20,881
12,951
7,930
20,881
0
36,575
25,212
11,363
36,575
0
11,363
30,780
15,027
15,753
30,780
0
15,753
75,000
61,825
13,175
75,000
0
13,175
50,000
18,680
9,420
28,100
21,900
31,320
30,000
29,945
29,945
55
30,000
50,000
50,000
$1,185,274
($92,000)
$894,777
$57,641
$952,418
$140,856
$1,031,266
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Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 87
Balance Sheet - General Long Term Debt
June 30,1993
Assets Liabilities
Amount to be Provided: General Long Term Debt Payable
Payment of Bonds $17,540,000 Inside Debt Limit:
Conservation $1,020,000
Land Acquisition $7,012,500
Outside Debt Limit:
School $9,507,500
Total Assets $17,540,000
Debt Statement Including Interest
Purpose of Loan
Total Liabilities $17,540,000
Date of Rate of Amt of Balance New Principal Balance Interest Due in FY94 Year of
Issue Interest Issue 7/1/92 Issue paid 1993 6/30/93 Paid 1993 Principal Interest Maturity
General:
Conservation 8/86 6.3% $1,770,000 $1,145,000 $125,000 $1,020,000 $68,104 $125,000 $60,292 2002
Land Acquisition 12/88 6.7% $10,000,000 $7,000,000 $1,000,000 $6,000,000 $435,000 $1,000,000 $368,500 1998
Land Acquisition 5/91 5.9% $500,000 $500,000 $500,000 $27,422 $0 $27,422 1999
Land Acquisition 5/91 5.9% $850,000 $681,250 $168,750 $512,500 $36,366 $168,750 $26,050 1997
Total General
$13,120,000 $9,326,250 $0 $1,293,750 $8,032,500 $566,892 $1,293,750 $482,264
School:
School Renovation 8/86 6.3% $11,870,000 $7,870,000 $800,000 $7,070,000 $470,010 $800,000 $420,010 2001
School Renovation 5/91 5.9% $1,226,000 $1,065,750 $168,250 $897,500 $57,550 $152,250 $48,568 1999
School Renovation 7/92 4.2% $640,000 $640,000 $640,000 $16,360 $130,000 $24,178 1999
School Renovation 7/92 4.2% $850,000 $850,000 $850,000 $21,737 $187,000 $31,700 1999
School Renovation 7/92 4.1% $50,000 $50,000 $50,000 $1,267 $13,000 $1,786 1997
Total School $13,096,000 $8,935,750 $1,540,000 $968,250 $9,507,500 $566,924 $952,250 $468,578
Total Long Term Debt $26,216,000 $18,262,000 $1,540,000 $2,262,000 $17,540,000 $1,133,816 $2,246,000 $950,842
Directory
TOWN MEETING MEMBERS
Edna M. Welch, 10 Bird Hill Rd.
Frank E. Kirkland, 662 Lowell Ar.
Members at Large
Alan B. Wilson, 33 Oak St.
Ephraim Weiss, 462 Lowell St.
Margery M. Battin, 15 Paul Revere Rd.
Donald D. Wilson, 36 Fern St.
David G. Williams, 1433 Mass. Ave.
Daniel P. Busa, Jr., 6 Farm Rd.
*Replaced Clarke 6/10/93
Precinct 5 — Term Expires 1995
Norman P. Cohen, 56 Coolidge Ave.
* *Died 5/93
***Replaced Widnall 9/27/93
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Howard Cravis, 6 Rogers Rd.
William J. Dailey, Jr., 1 Bushnell Dr.
Andrew J. Friedlich, 22 Young St.
Stephen W. Doran, 1 Taylor Ln.
Precinct 3 — Term Expires 19%
Paul E. Hamburger, 18 Cooke Rd.
Elizabeth B. Eddison, 20 Nickerson Rd.
John P. Carroll, 29 Allen St.
Carol A. Liff, 19 Douglas Rd.
Bernice H. Fallick, 4 Diehl Rd.
Erna S. Greene, 25 Bridge St.
Paul Newman, 35 Grant St.
Dan H. Fenn, Jr., 59 Potter Pond
Gloria V. Holland, 38 Webster Rd.
Samuel L. Powers, 7 Dunham St.
Leo P. McSweeney, 84 Shade St.
Eric Jay Michelson, 46 Munroe Rd.
Charles T. Vail, 66 Woburn St.
Precinct 1 — Term Expires 19%
Richard L. Neumeier, 2 Pitcairn Pl.
Precinct 5 — Term Expires 1994
Nancy M. Adler, 22 Village Circle Rd.
Francis W. K. Smith, 4 Clematis Rd.
Cynthia L. Blumsack, 15 Holmes Rd.
Marsha F. Byrnes, 3 Blodgett Rd.
Ruth F. Souza, 542 Concord Ave.
Marjorie M. Daggett, 9 Burroughs Rd.
John E. Curry, 33 Sanderson Rd.
Precinct 3 — Term Expires 1995
Leona W. Martin, 19 Thoreau Rd.
Sam V. Nablo, 15 Fiske Rd.
Robert N. Cohen, 10 Grassland St.
Sam Silverman, 18 Ingleside Rd.
Paul G. Topalian, 46 Circle Rd.
Bruce Collier, 2 Barberry Rd.
Melinda D. Vinton, 11 Leonard Rd.
Albert P. Zabin, 1 Page Rd.
Don J. J. Cordell, 76 Grassland St.
Mary Kathryn Wolf, 116 East Emerson Rd.
Precinct 1— Term Expires 1995
Marjorie K. Madoff, 27 Normandy Rd.
JoAnn B. Wortman, 45A Ridge Rd.
John R Breen, 8 Crescent Hill Ave.
Marilyn K. Mairson, 29 Lawrence Ln.
Precinct 6 — Term Expires 19%
Joseph J. Dini, 16 Sanderson Rd.
Mary Edna Neumeier, 2 Pitcairn Pl.
Michael R. Barry, 159 Burlington St.
Nancy C. Gordon, 10 Fiske Rd.
Adrienne D. Santamaria, 11 Hutchinson Rd.
Peter Diamond, 15 Franklin Rd.
Barry E. Sampson, 8 Brandon St.
Precinct 3 — Term Expires 1994
Morton G. Kahan, 44 Hancock St.
Robert F. Walton, 27 Maple St.
Samuel Berman, 11 Barberry Rd.
David G. Miller, 17 Oakland St.
James S. Wilson, 155 Emerson Gardens Rd.
Jaqueline B. Davison, 86 Spring St.
H. Bigelow Moore, 50 Hancock St.
Precinct 1— Term Expires 1994
Elizabeth C. Haines, 279 Concord Ave.
Ronald B. Pawliczek, 25 Flintlock Rd.
Joel A. Adler, 22 Village Circle Rd.
Paul E. Keane, 17 Woodcliffe Rd.
William B. Simmons, 82 North St.
Chaur -ming Chou, 27 Whipple Rd.
Jeanne K. Krieger, 44 Webster Rd.
Precinct 6 — Term Expires 1995
Rena C. Cohen, 10 Peachatree Rd.
Vicky L. Schwartz, 3 Lawrence Ln.
Robert H. Domnitz, 14 Oakland St.
Jean W. Cole, 23 Whipple Rd.
Caleb Warner, 546 Concord Ave.
Catherine S. England, 34 Grant St.
Paul Nesbeda, 10 Blodgett Rd.
Precinct 4 — Term Expires 19%
Magdalena W. Himmel, 66 Hancock St.
James A. Nicoloro, 4 Winship Rd.
Donald A. Chisholm, 166 Lincoln St.
Alan J. Lazarus, 22 Woodland Rd.
Ruth J. Walton, 27 Maple St.
Lois J. Coit, 32 Vine Brook Rd.
John A. Oberteuffer, 14 Glen Rd. South
Judith L. Zabin, 1 Page Rd.
Ronald W. Colwell, 127 Kendall Rd.
Sara F. Schoman, 11 Hancock Ave.
Precinct 2 — Term Expires 19%
Peter David Enrich, 35 Clarke St.
Robert V. Whitman, 5 Hancock Ave.
Leonora K. Feeney, 4 Moon Hill Rd.
Margaret F. Rawls, 9 Winthrop Rd.
Precinct 6 — Term Expires 1994
John R. Holt, 736 Mass. Ave.
Nicholas Santosuosso, 2 Washington St.
Marshall J. Derby, 23 Suzanne Rd.
Paul H. LaPointe, 224 Follen Rd.
Martin K. White, 50 Bloomfield St.
Edmund C. Grant, 27 Grove St.
Evelyn S. Lees, 29 Tower Rd.
Precinct 4 — Term Expires 1995
Joyce A. Miller, 17 Oakland St.
Daniel A. Lucas, 3 Tower Rd.
Nyles Nathan Barnert, 142 Worthen Rd.
Jane Pagett, 10 Oakmont Cir.
Christina J. Welch, 41 Locust Ave.
Nancy M. Cannalonga, 120 Kendall Rd.
Edith Sandy, 353 North Emerson Rd.
Carolyn C. Wilson, 33 Oak St.
L. Gail Colwell, 127 Kendall Rd.
Frank Sandy, 353 North Emerson Rd.
Precinct 2 — Term Expires 1995
Christina E. Coughlin, 17 Outlook Dr.
Sheldon A. Spector, 26 Suzanne Rd.
*Eric T. Clarke. 29 Moon Hill Rd.
Sandra J. Shaw, 51 Wachusett Dr.
Precinct 7 — Term Expires 19%
John T. Cunha, 17 Holland St.
Ruth S. Thomas, 10 Parker St.
Catherine M. D. Abbott, 38 Eldred St.
Robert W. Cunha, 10 Stevens Rd.
Judith J. Uhrig, 15 Vine Brook Rd.
Robert M. Farias, 21 Eldred St.
Karen A. Dooks, 5 Mohawk Dr.
Precinct 4 — Term Expires 1994
Audrey J. Friend, 84 Fifer Ln.
Myla Kabat -Zinn, 58 Oak St.
Lisa A. Baci, 18 Fair Oaks Ten.
John E. Taylor, 11 Linmoor Ter.
William W. Welch, Jr., 10 Bird Hill Rd.
Nicholas A. Cannalonga, 120 Kendall Rd.
Jacquelyn H. Ward, 15 Robinson Rd.
* *William S. Widnall, 22 Summit Rd.
Katherine G. Fricker, 93 Marrett Rd.
James C. Wood, Jr., 51 Gleason Rd.
*Died 9/18/93
Carol B. Hartman, 16 Bloomfield St.
Martha C. Wood, 51 Gleason Rd.
* *Resigned 9/17/93
Peter C. J. Kelley, 24 Forest St.
Precinct 7 — Term Expires 1995
Precinct 2 — Term Expires 1994
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Arthur C. Smith, 131 Worthen Rd.
John P. Attanucci, 191 Grove St.
***C. Grattan Baldwin, 12 Locust Ave.
Karsten Sorensen, 1 Vine Brook Rd.
Neal E. Boyle, Jr., 23 Pine Knoll Rd.
*David W. Burke, 754 Mass. Ave
Precinct 5 — Term Expires 19%
George A. Burnell, 4 Eaton Rd.
* *Elizabeth H. Clarke, 29 Moon Hill Rd.
Wallace Cupp, 141 Woburn St.
Theodore D. Chuang, 11 Carriage Dr.
Ellsworth H. Fisher, 8 Great Rock Rd.
Elaine Dratch, 2 Maureen Rd.
Renee T. Cochin, 7 Partridge Rd.
Manta B. Hartshorn, 28 Locust Ave.
Joseph F. Gilbert, Jr., 231 Woburn St.
Michael J. O'Sullivan, 12 Aerial St.
John Hayward, 358 Woburn St.
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Directory (continued)
Linda Horowitz, 123 Blake Rd.
Myron L. Miller, 46 Eldred St.
Precinct 7 —Term Expires 1994
Marsha E. Baker, 46 Burlington St.
Clark A. Cowen, 104 Fifer Ln.
Casimir R. Gmblewski, 23 Dewey Rd
Fred M. Martin, 29 Dewey Rd.
Jeanette P. Webb, 7 Eaton Rd.
Iris G. Wheaton, 5 Hadley Rd.
Polly Woodworth, 26 Bertwell Rd.
ELECTED TOWN OFFICERS
Board of Selectmen
William J. Dailey, Jr., Chinn.
1994
Daniel P. Busa, Jr.
1996
Elizabeth B. Eddison
1995
Dan H. Fenn, Jr.
1996
Leo P. McSweeney
1995
Moderator
Steven Hurley
Margery M. Battin
1994
Lexington Housing Authority
Margaret Read
Donald D. Wilson, Chinn.
1994
Leona Martin
1997
John E. Ryan
1995
Nicholas Santosuosso
1996
Elizabeth Flynn (State)
1997
Planning Board
Elizabeth B. Eddison, Sel. Liaison
David G. Williams, Chinn.
1994
Richard L. Canale
1998
Jacqueline Davison
1997
Robert Domnitz
1995
Edmund C. Grant
1996
School Committee
1998
John Oberteuffer, Chinn.
1995
Lois Coit
1995
Joseph Dini
1996
Polly Woodworth
1994
Albert Zabin
1994
APPOINTED BY SELECTMEN
Town Manager
Richard J. White 1996
Comptroller
Design Advisory Committee (DAC)
John J. Ryan
1995
Town Counsel
Karen Bechtel
Palmer & Dodge
Thomas Coffman
Norman P. Cohen
1994
Executive Clerk
Steven Hurley
Sara I. Peters
1994
Fence Viewers
Margaret Read
Martin Gilman
1994
William H. Sullivan
1994
Keeper of the Lockup
Judi Ozuransky, Arts Council Liaison
Acting Chief Chris Casey
Vivian Berman, Arts Council Liaison
Registrars of Voters
Mary Abegg
Luanna E. Devenis
Connie Foster
Bernice H. Fallick, Clerk
Director of Guides
S. Lawrence Whipple
Board of Appeals
Francis W.K. Smith, Chinn.
John McWeeney, V.Chmn.
Robert F. Sacco
Robert V. Whitman
Edwin P. Whittemore
Board of Appeals Associates
Nyles N. Barnert
Joseph A. Campbell
Natalie Riffin
Arthur C. Smith
Judith Uhrig
Carolyn C. Wilson
Representative to MWRA
James P. Reilly
1994
1994
1994
1994
1994
1994
Joint Regional Transportation Committee
Policy Advisory Group to MAPC
Donald Graham, Lexington Rep.
Bridge Charitable Fund
Alan S. Fields 1994
Thomas Taylor 1994
David Williams 1996
Cable TV & Communications AdvisoryComm.
Jane B. Gharibian, Co -Chmn.
Design Advisory Committee (DAC)
1994
John Frey, Chinn.
1993
Karen Bechtel
1995
Thomas Coffman
Lionel L. Fray
Barbara Hulsizer
Theodore Mairson
Steven Hurley
Sara F. Schoman
Hubert Murray
William T. Spencer
Margaret Read
Martha Stanton
John Vinton
1997
Elizabeth Whitman
1994
Judi Ozuransky, Arts Council Liaison
1998
Vivian Berman, Arts Council Liaison
1995
Jacqueline Davison, Pin. Bid. Liaison
1996
Elizabeth B. Eddison, Sel. Liaison
1994
1994
1994
1994
1994
1994
Joint Regional Transportation Committee
Policy Advisory Group to MAPC
Donald Graham, Lexington Rep.
Bridge Charitable Fund
Alan S. Fields 1994
Thomas Taylor 1994
David Williams 1996
Cable TV & Communications AdvisoryComm.
Jane B. Gharibian, Co -Chmn.
1995
Caleb Warner, Co -Chmn.
1996
Julian J. Bussgang
1995
John T' Cunha
1995
Lionel L. Fray
1995
Theodore Mairson
1996
Sara F. Schoman
1995
William T. Spencer
1996
Martha Stanton
1994
Julie Triessl
1994
Leo P. McSweeney, Selectman Liaison
Condominium Conversion Board
1995
Diane T. Lund, Chinn.
1995
Catherine H. Deans
1996
Daniel J. Griffin, Jr.
1996
Thomas Gouzoule
1995
Marjorie Weerts
1994
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 89
DAC Associates
Gary Larson
Carl C. Oldenberg
Don H. Olson
Robert Ossman
Walter Pierce
Fair Housing Committee and Human
Relations Committee
Gerri C. Weathers, Chinn.
Florence A. Baturin
James R. Brannon
Peter Brown
Marion D. de B. Kilson
Mary Haskell
Nicole T. Herrmann
Hsi -Ching Liu
Leona Martin
Robert Pressman
Stephen Baran, Staff Liaison
Selectman Liaison
Gammel Legacy Trust
Elizabeth M. Flynn
Leona W. Martin
1994
1994
1994
1994
1994
1994
1994
1994
1994
1994
1994
1994
1994
1994
1995
1994
1994
1995
1995
1995
1994
1994
1995
1994
1994
1994
Hanscom Area Towns Committee (HATS H)
Dan H. Fenn, Jr. (Selectman Rep.)
Richard Canale (Planning Board Rep.)
Joan C. Goldmann (HFAC liaison)
Robert Stewart (Conservation Rep.)
Hanscom Field Advisory Commission (HFAC)
Joan C. Goldmann - Lex. Sel. Rep.
1996
Michael Germer - Alt. Lex. Rep.
1996
Graydon Wheaton (N. Lex. Assoc.)
1996
Hanscom Field Working Committee
Frank Sandy
Historic Districts Commission (HDC)
Stephen M. Polifi, Chinn. (Library)
1995
Clark L. Griffith (L.H.S.)
1998
Linda McAulay (Arts /Crafts)
1994
Richard S. Morehouse (B /Sel.)
1997
Walter S. Pierce (Historic Dist.)
1996
HDC Associate Members
Walter H. Bergler (Lib.Trustee)
1993
Elisabeth Cotten(Arts/Crafts)
1994
Joann Gschwendtner (Hist.Soc.)
1998
Mark DiNapoli (Arts /Crafts)
1998
Directory (continued)
Human Services Committee
Minuteman Commuter Bikeway Committee
Transportation Advisory Committee
Donna Hooper, Chmn.
1996
Thomas Fortmann, Chmn.
1994
Sara Arnold, Chmn.
1994
Rosalyn S. Gittleman
1994
John Frey
1995
William F. Mix, Co -Chmn.
1995
Eva S. Glick
1995
Angela Frick, ex officio
Elizabeth Andrews
1994
Eva Havas
1994
Marita Hartshorn
1994
Sally Castleman
1995
Jeanne S. Luongo
1996
Michael Sacco
1995
Donald M. Graham
1996
Richard W. Safford
1996
Robert Sawyer
1994
Fred D. Rosenberg
1995
Jolley Anne Weinstock
1995
Sandra Shaw, ex officio
Nicholas Santosuosso
1996
Leo P. McSweeney, Selectman Liaison
Jerrold H. VanHook
1995
Carole O. Sonduck
1994
Human Services Enablement Subcommittee
Richard L. Canale, ex officio
Selectman Liaison
Robert J. Harris, Chmn.
Elizabeth Eddison, Selectman Liaison
Trustees of Public Trusts
Patricia Kane
Personnel Advisory Board
Alan Fields
1998
Cari Luterman
Jason Berger, Chmn.
1994
Thomas Taylor
1999
Richard W. Safford
Vahe DerManuelian
1995
David Williams
1996
Marion Shepp
Charlotte H. Evans
1994
Waste Management Advisory Committee
G
Gary Strong
Katherine H. Page
1996
Katherine G. Frisker, n.
1996
Thomas McKinnon
Laurie Smith Peck
1996
Jacqueline Weinstock, Co -Churn.
, Co-Ch
1994
Lexington Center Committee
Perry
Janet M. Pe
1995
Magdalena Himmel
1996
F. David Wells, Chmn.
1995
Lewis M. Rambo
1994
Mary W. Miley
1996
Edward Barsamian
1996
Evelyn Silber
1996
William M. Redpath
1996
Fay Bussgang
1994
Police Manual Policy Committee
Richard Reibstein
1994
Carla Fortmann
1994
William J. Dailey, Jr., Sel. Liaison
1994
Francis A. Ludwig, School Liaison
1995
Steven Hurley
1995
Edith E. Flynn
1994
Jacquelyn Ward, Associate
Morton Kahan
1994
William C. Hays
1994
Daniel Busa, Selectman Liaison
Robert L. Ossman
1996
Gerald L. McLeod
1994
Lester Savage
1995
Chris Casey, Acting Chief
1994
APPOINTED BY MODERATOR
Judith Uhrig
Marjorie Weerts
1995
1995
Town Celebrations Committee
Appropriation Committee
Leo P. McSweeney, Selectman Liaison
Winston E. Flynn, Churn.
ur
1994
George Burnell, Chmn.
1994
Dawn McKenna, V. Chmn.
1996
Catherine Abbott
1995
Lexington Council for the Arts
Eric Carlson.
1996
Roger Borghesani
1995
Melinda Vinton, Chmn.
1993
C. Jean Coates
1995
Christine Coughlin
1995
Vivian Berman
1996
John Graham
1996
Paul LaPointe
1996
Ellalou Dimmock
1995
John Hayden
1996
Marilyn K. Mairson
1996
Joyce C. Feamside
1995
Paul W. Jenkins
1994
Jane Pagett
1996
Robert Frank
1994
Sondra Lucente
1996
Sam Nablo
1994
Donald Langosy
1993
Robert W. Schuster
1996
Ruth Souza
1994
Judi Ozuransky
1995
Town Celebrations Subcommittee
John J. Ryan, Ex- officio
Isham Peugh
Samuel a Powers
1995
1995
Marion H. Snow
1994
Capital Expenditures Committee
Margaret A. Warner
Wn,
1996
Julie Miller
1994
Nicholas A. Cannalonga, Chmn.
1995
Elizabeth Selectman Liaison
David C. Taylor
1994
Karen Dooks
1996
Town Report Committee
Ronald Grammont
1994
Lexington Housing Assistance Board (LexHAB)
Robert Morrison, Churn.
1994
Paul E. Hamburger
1996
Marshall Derby, Chmn.
1995
John Ayvazian
1994
Gloria Holland
1995
David F. Eagle
1994
William C. Hay
1994
Ray Barnes
1994
Cary Lecture Committee
Howell
Gerald Howell
1996
Stanley Casazza
1994
Barbara Meek, Churn.
1994
Eleanor nzer
1996
Joyce Fearnside
1994
Donald Gillespie
1994
Donald D. Wilson
1995
Winifred Friedman
1994
Dana Regillo
1994
Martha Wood
1995
Robert Halfman
1994
Georgia Smith
1994
Leo P. McSweeney, Selectman Liaison
Jeanette Webb
1994
Regional School District Committee
Lexington Lighting Options Committee
Traffic Safety Advisory Committee
(Minuteman Tech)
John Davies
Peter M. Chalpin, Chmn.
1994
Nyles N. Barnert, Lexington Rep.
1994
Myla Kabat -Zinn
Chief of Police
1994
Peter Kovner
Myla Kabat -Zinn
1994
APPOINTED BY TOWN MANAGER
Don H. Olson
Capt. James Kilmartin, L.P.D.
1994
Assistant Town Manager
Ronald E. Marble
1994
Julia D. Novak
Metropolitan State Hospital Land Task Force
William F. Mix
1994
Leo P. McSweeney, Chmn.
Roy J. Murphy
1994
Town Clerk
Joyce Miller
Bernice H. Fallick
Natalie Riffin
David Williams
Revenue Officer
Maureen Valente
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 90
Directory (continued)
Planning Director
*Robert A. Bowyer
*With approval of the Planning Board
Assistant Planner
Joseph Marino
Health Director
George A. Smith, Jr.
Director of Public Works/Engineering
Richard E. Spiers
Town Engineer
Francis X. Fields
DPW Manager of Operations
Joe Medlin
Superintendent of Highways and Drains
David F. Turocy
Superintendent of Parks & Trees
Brian Gilbert
Superintendent of Water and Sewer
William P. Hadley
Superintendent of Cemeteries
Warren M. Monsignore
Superintendent of Building Maintenance
Frederick B. Sweet
Superintendent of Equipment
Robert H. Lesley
DPW Administrative Assistant
Pauline D. Burke
Acting Chief of Police
Christopher Casey
Fire Chief
John D. Bergeron
Assistant Fire Chief
John T. McDonough, Jr.
Animal Control Officer
Kathy P. Fox
Building Commissioner
Steven R. Frederickson
Electrical Inspector
William E. Corcoran
Mechanical and Plumbing Inspector
Joseph F. Doherty
Sealer of Weights & Measures
David Ferrick
Conservation Administrator
Marilyn Nordby
Council on Aging Director
Linda Crew Vine
Recreation Director
Margaret Whitesell
Dir. of Veterans Services/Veter. Graves Officer
John J. Ryan
Human Services CoordinatorNeterans Clerk
Stephen Baran
William P. Kennedy, Jr., Chmn
LEXPRESS Coordinator
Theodore M. Edson
Barbara Lucas
Peter D. Johnson
Civil Defense Director
John F. Kennedy
John D. Bergeron
James J. Scanlon
Board of Assessors
*Daniel McCabe
Robert A. Leone, Chinn.
1996
Robert N. Foster
1995
Sara Robinson
1994
Harald M. Scheid, Town Assessor
Richard B. Wolk
Constables
George D. Anderson
1995
Richard W. Ham, Jr.
1994
Roy J. Murphy
1995
William J. Young
1996
Biosafety Committee
Robert Burrows
1994
Nathan Thorne Griscom
1994
Iclal Hartman
1995
Harry W. Orf
1994
Janice Pero
1996
Charlotte Perry- Dougherty
1994
*George A. Smith, Jr.
*Richard D. Vladimir
*Board of Health Rep.
MAPC Representative
Joseph A. Marino
Myla Kabat -Zinn, Alternate
Local Emergency Planning Committee
John D. Bergeron, Convenor
Permanent Building Committee
1996
William P. Kennedy, Jr., Chmn
1996
Theodore M. Edson
1994
Peter D. Johnson
1995
John F. Kennedy
1996
James J. Scanlon
1994
*Daniel McCabe
1996
* *Mary Lou Touart
1994
*Appointed by School Committee
1996
* *Appointed by Library Trustees
1995
TOWN MANAGER APPOINTED WITH
SELECTMEN'S APPROVAL
Board of Health
Barbara Marshall, Chun.
1996
Donald A. Goldmann
1994
Richard D. Vladimer
1995
Conservation Commission
Joyce A. Miller, Chmn.
1994
Lisa A. Baci
1995
Angela E. Frick
1996
Philip Hamilton
1994
David Langseth
1996
Robert C. Stewart
1995
Richard B. Wolk
1996
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 91
Council on Aging
Robert Cushman, Chun.
Monica Chang
Frank W. Chen
Clark Cowen
John Curry
Edmund Grant
Kevin C. Grimes
Eugene J. Isotti
Barbara Rubin
Historical Commission
Martin A. Gilman, Chinn.
David R. Kelland
Virginia Nicholson
Brucia Witthoft
Recreation Committee
Carolyn C. Wilson, Chinn.
Donald A. Chisholm
Frederick DeAngelis
Harvey D. Lowell
Sandra Shaw
Brian Gilbert, Ex- Officio
Lincoln Street Subcommittee
Kristine Burton
Donald Chisholm
Richard Kirk
Brian McNally
Nell Walker
David G. Williams
Carolyn Wilson
Youth Commission
Nancy L. Barter, Chmn.
Michael O'Connell
Brian Spencer
Donna Ryan
Leo McSweeney, Selectman Liaison
Youth Members (1993 -94)
Lisa Baker
Holly Ciampi
Liz Dubin
Meredith Freeman
Chris Kelley
Beth Lager
Andrew Levine
Margot Minardi
Leo Molle
Jenn O'Conner
Scott Perry
Beverly Ray
Brian Skinner
Youth Awards
Stephen M. Politi, Chun.
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Voters' Information
Voter Registration: Residents may register at the Town Clerk's office on any business day from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The town clerk will provide
additional registration sessions (including one Saturday) in advance of each election; times will be published in the local paper.
Voting Places: Precinct 1, Harrington School Precinct 4, High School Precinct 7, Estabrook School
Precinct 2, Bowman School Precinct 5, Cary Memorial Hall Precinct 8, Central Fire Station
Precinct 3, Clarke Middle School Precinct 6, Diamond Middle School Precinct 9, Maria Hastings School
How to Contact Your Representatives
President of the United States Lexington Gazetteer
William Jefferson Clinton (D)
Office of the President, The White House, Washington, D.C. 20500
Settled 1642, incorporated as Town of Lexington 1713
United States Senators
Edward M. Kennedy (D) Phone: 617 -565 -3170 Population
Room 2400, JFK Federal Building, Boston, MA 02203
Phone: 202 - 224 -4543; 315 Russell Senate Office Building, Washington,
D.C. 20510
John F. Kerry (D) Phone: 617 -565 -8519
1 Bowdoin Square, 10th Floor, Boston, MA 02114
Phone: 202 - 224 -2742; 421 Russell Senate Office Building, Washington,
D.C. 20510
United States Representative, 7th Congressional District
Edward J. Markey (D) Phone: 617 - 396 -2900
Room 101, 5 High Street, Medford, MA 02155
Phone: 202 - 225 -2836; 2133 Rayburn House Office Building, Washing-
ton, D.C. 20515
Governor
William F. Weld (R) Phone: 617- 727 -3600
Room 360, State House, Boston, MA 02133
Governor's Executive Council, 6th District
Dorothy Kelly Gay (D) Phone 617 - 727 -2756 Ext. 6
One Avon Street, Somerville, MA 02143
State Senator, 4th Middlesex District
Robert A. Havern (D) Phone: 617- 722 -1432
Room 513, State House, Boston, MA 02133
35 Bartlett Avenue, Arlington, MA 02174
House of Representatives, 15th Middlesex District
Stephen W. Doran (D) Phone: 617 - 722 -2040
Room 162, State House, Boston, MA 02133
Phone: 617 - 861 - 7566;1 Taylor Lane, Lexington, MA 02173
Lexington Office Hours - First Thursday of the month:
9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m., Selectman's Office, Town Office Building
10:30 a.m. - 12 noon, Senior Center, 1475 Massachusetts Avenue
Middlesex County Commissioners
Edward J. Kennedy (D), Chairman
Thomas J. Larkin (D)
Francis X. Flaherty (D)
Phone: 617 - 494 -4100; Superior Court House, 3rd Floor,
40 Thorndike Street, Cambridge, 02141
1993 Census
1992
1991
1990
1989
1988
1987
1985
1980
1970
1960
1950
29,538
29,892
29,697
30,225
29,677
29,294
29,361
29,224
29,479
31,886
27,691
17,335
Area of town in acres
10,650.42
Area of town in square miles
16.64
Extreme length in miles
5.80
Extreme width in miles
4.85
Highest elevation (feet above mean sea level)
374.
Lowest elevation (feet above mean sea level)
110.
Town -owned conservation land in acres
1,123.3
Public streets (accepted) in miles
125.05
Public streets (unaccepted) in miles
12.12
Condominium and private drives
4.75
State Highways
18.98
Trunk sewers
34.09
Street sewers
121.79
Water mains
155.56
Assessed valuation Fiscal Year 1993
Residential/Open Space
$2,633,197,000
Commercial
300,199,000
Industrial
77,172,000
Entire town real estate value
$3,010,568,000
Personal Property
43,156,200
Total town, including personal property
$3,053,724,200
Tax Rate per $1,000 (Fiscal Year 1993)
Residential/Open Space $14.16
Commercial/Industrial 27.11
Personal Property 27.11
Town of Lexington ANNUAL REPORT 1993 — Page 92
Police: 862 -1212 Fire: 862 -0270
Ambulance: 862— 0270 (emergency only) Public Works: 862 -1618
On all calls, give name and address, describe the problem and make sure the message is uunderstood.
Emergency signals on town fire whistle
4444 —Alert Warning: Turn on your radio or television to receive emergency information 2222 Final Warning
Inspectional Department
861 -2343
Housing Authority
861 -0900
Public Works Garage
862 -1618
Animal Control
861 -2740
(Countryside Village)
201 Bedford Street
861 -2540
Clarke Middle School
861 -2450
Highway
861 -2759
Animal Shelter
861 -2701
Human Services/
861 -2742
Mechanics
861 -2760
3:30PM -4:30PM
861 -2703
Veteran's Agent
861 -7151
Park and Tree
861 -2758
Board of Appeals
861 -2707
LEXPRESS
861 -1210
Water and Sewer
861 -2757
Billing
861 -2779
Building/Inspection
861 -2711
Library(Main)
862 -6288
Purchasing
861 -2721
Conservation
861 -2726
Library (Branch)
862 -2773
Recreation
861 -2762
Health Department
861 -2700
Personnel
861 -2777
Retirement
861 -2720
Board of Selectmen
861 -2708
Planning Board
861 -2745
Tax Collector
861 -2765
Cemetery Department
861 -2718
Police Department
862 -1212
Treasurer's Office
861 -2768
Comptroller's Office
861 -2722
Public Works Admin.
Town Hall
861 -2752
Town Clerk's Office
861 -2770
Council on Aging
861 -0194
Engineering
861 -2731
Town Manager
861 -2776
Fire Department
862 -0270
Non Emergency
862 -0272
Administrative Office & Receptionist 861 -2580 Estabrook School 861 -2520
Senior High School
861 -2343
Fiske School
861 -2530
Adult Education
862 -8043
Harrington School
861 -2540
Clarke Middle School
861 -2450
Minuteman Tech.
861 -6500
Diamond Middle School
861 -2460
Community Education
861 -7150
Bowman School
861 -2500
861 -7151
Bridge School
861 -2510
No School Recorded Message
862 -7581
Holidays for Town Offices, Libraries and Trash Collection
New Year's Day, Martin Luther King's Birthday, President's Day, Patriot's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day,
Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans' Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
Following a holiday, all trash collection will be one day later that week.