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DESIGN ADVISORY COMMITTEE
TOWN OF LEXINGTON
Meeting Minutes:
October 5, 2005
Present:
Bahig Kaldas, John Frey, Carl Oldenburg (acting chair), Alenka Slezak, Colin Smith,
Betsy Whitman
Scribe:
Alenka Slezak
Call to Order:
The meeting was called to order at 7:40PM by Carl Oldenburg
Approvals:
Minutes of the September Ò05 meeting were approved with a minor typographical
correction.
Presentations/Review:
Captain Parker Arms Apartments
A proposal for a sign at the corner of Waltham St. and Worthen Rd. was discussed.
There was not a representative present to answer any questions. Based on the paperwork
that was submitted, it was determined that the information was insufficient to make any
conclusions; however, there are some comments/questions of note, as follows:
-What materials, colors and finishes are being proposed?
-Consider the size/scale of the sign.
-There was no mention of lighting Î so we presume this will be an unlit sign.
-There is some concern as to the safety issue with respect to li
pertains to the proposed location. Also, might it be too distracting for drivers going by as
there is lots of information on the sign at a very busy intersection? It may be preferable
to locate the sign further down Worthen Rd. toward the entrance to the apartment
complex.
General Discussions:
Improving Signage Application Process
It might be helpful to reference the existing website for signage guidelines in order to
further educate applicants what the town requirements are. Additionally, perhaps the
booklet could be a part of the hand-out together with the application form as standard
procedure. Carl/Colin plan to communicate this with office staff.
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Chairmanship
Colin Smith graciously accepted the position of Chairmanship, ef
Carl offered to provide assistance during the transition and to continue to attend meetings
as a liaison. Colin agreed to store past records from DAC activities but requested that
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Carl continue to be the keeper of said items until o/a November when his office is
being moved.
New Members Drive
There was a brief discussion how to possibly attract additional members to the DAC.
John had a recommendation for a female landscape architect and i
her regarding this matter to see if she may be interested.
Adjournment:
The meeting was adjourned at approximately 8:40PM.
Next Meeting:
Scheduled for Wed., November 2, 2005 @ 7:30PM.