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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2013-Executive-Session-Minutes-ReleasedEXECUTIVE SESSION January 7, 2013 PRESENT: Chairman Mauger, Mr. Kelley, Mr. Cohen, Mr. Manz; and Mr. Burnell; Mr. Valente, Town Manager, Ms. Casey, Human Resources Director; Ms. Stevens, Management Intern; and Ms. Pease, Executive Clerk. Executive Session Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 by roll call to go into executive session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining strategy related to the AFSCME DPW Union and Library Union. Further, the Chairman declared that an open meeting discussion may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the Town. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 by roll call to go into executive session to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property at 33 Marrett Road. Further, the Chairman declared that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Town. Collective Bargaining Mr. Valente reviewed the Total Compensation for comparable communities for Library Technicians, Librarians and Librarian Department Heads positions in anticipation of negotiations with the Library Union. Two language issues will be looking for: use of volunteers and a change to how vacation is granted. Mr. Valente reviewed the Total Compensation for comparable communities for W4BH and W10 DPW positions in anticipation of negotiating with the AFSCME DPW Union. There are no substantive language issues that need to be bargained. Mr. Kelley asked for information on the average overtime for Lexington employees, which the Human Resources staff will prepare. Ms. Casey and Ms. Stevens left the meeting. 33 Marrett Road Mr. Valente, Mr. Kelley and Mr. Cohen met with Mr. Pace, Anderson & Krieger, to start the process of getting an offer together, which needs to be completed in the next 15 days. A majority of the Selectmen think $8 million is right price, but the appraisals need to be reviewed. Mr. Valente will try to arrange a meeting with both appraisers who submitted appraisals on the property this week and the Selectmen will discuss the offer again at their January 14 meeting. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 by roll call to return to open session, only to adjourn. A true record; Attest: Lynne A. Pease Executive Clerk EXECUTIVE SESSION February 4, 2013 PRESENT: Chairman Mauger, Mr. Kelley, Mr. Cohen, Mr. Manz; and Mr. Burnell; Mr. Valente, Town Manager, Mr. Addelson, Comptroller; Mr. Kalivas, Budget Officer; Ms. Pease, Executive Clerk; and Mr. Pato. ALSO PRESENT: All Appropriation Committee (AC) members except Mr. Michelson, Ms. Garberg and Mr. Neumeier; All Capital Expenditure Committee (CEC) members except Mr. Lamb and Ms. Masterman; and All Community Preservation Committee (CPC) members, except Mr. Wolk. Executive Session Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted by roll call unanimously by all those present to go into Executive Session to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property at 33 Marrett Road. Further, the Board of Selectmen Chairman declared that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Town. 33 Marrett Road Mr. Valente updated the AC, CEC, and CPC members on the possible purchase of 33 Marrett Road. Proposals are due February 12 at noon and the Scottish Rite is expected to make a decision by March 1. A couple of changes since last discussed are: a portion of the pine grove will not be included in the purchase because they intend to turn into parking; they are interested in keeping the house; they are open to sharing parking; they are open to continuing the landscaping/snow removal; and they have no problem with the addition of a 2nd egress. They have several interested parties and expect the Town proposal to be one of 4-6 proposals. The Scottish Rite has indicated they would not want to see affordable housing on the property. Two appraisals were done: Foster - $7.7 million based on a 50-50 split using existing building for institutional purpose and the rest residential; Avery - $4.9 million based on demolishing buildings and using for all residential. Appraisals were done using a basic by-right plan done by a Town consultant. The current proposed offer will be $8 million with an option to lease back the house. The offer will not include any specific uses. Mr. Addelson presented a model to help determine CPA revenue over several years that would support this purchase and other demands of CPA funds. Model does not include possible funding increase from State. Executive Session – February 4, 2013 Asked if purchase would go to residents for a vote, there is not enough time so Town Meeting representatives will need to represent the citizens. The outcomes possibilities are: Scottish Rite does not accept bid, they accept bid as proposed, they have questions and the Town works with them to come up with satisfactory offer; and last possibility is take the land by eminent domain, which has not been discussed whether a good idea or not. Documents Presented 1. Preliminary Financial Analysis (Impact of 33 Marrett Road Financing on CPA Funds), February 4, 2013. 2. Proposed Draft Letter of Intent to Purchase Real Estate (33 Marrett Road) Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted by roll call unanimously to adjourn from the executive session. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 8:50 p.m. A true record; Attest: Lynne A. Pease. Executive Clerk EXECUTIVE SESSION February 8, 2013 PRESENT: Chairman Mauger, Mr. Cohen, Mr. Manz; and Mr. Burnell; Mr. Valente, Town Manager, Mr. Addelson, Ms. Pease, Executive Clerk; and Mr. Pato. Executive Session Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 4-0 by roll call to go into Executive Session to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property at 33 Marrett Road. Further, the Chairman declared that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Town. 33 Marrett Road Mr. Valente presented the final Letter of Intent to purchase approximately 10 acres at 33 Marrett Road at a purchase price of $8 million. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 4-0 to approve and sign the Letter or Intent to purchase the Scottish Rite property at 33 Marrett Road. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 4-0 to return to open session. A true record; Attest: Lynne A. Pease Executive Clerk EXECUTIVE SESSION February 11, 2013 PRESENT: Chairman Mauger, Mr. Kelley, Mr. Cohen, Mr. Manz and Mr. Burnell; Mr. Valente, Town Manager, Mr. Addelson, Assistant Town Manager for Finance and Ms. Chabot, Assistant to the Executive Clerk; and Mr. Pato. Executive Session Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 by roll call to go into Executive Session to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property at 33 Marrett Road. Further, the Chairman declared that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Town. 33 Marrett Road Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 by roll call to take a confirmatory vote to approve and sign the Letter of Intent to purchase the Scottish Rite property at 33 Marrett Road. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted adjourn at 9:50 p.m. A true record; Attest: Diana B. Chabot Assistant to the Executive Clerk EXECUTIVE SESSION February 25, 2013 PRESENT: Chairman Mauger, Mr. Cohen, Mr. Kelley; and Mr. Burnell; Mr. Valente, Town Manager, Mr. Addelson, Comptroller; Ms. Pease, Executive Clerk; and Mr. Pato. Executive Session Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 4-0 by roll call to go into Executive Session to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property at 33 Marrett Road. Further, the Chairman declared that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Town. ALSO PRESENT: Capital Expenditure Members Mr. Lamb and Mr. Kanter; Appropriation Committee Members Mr. Parker, Mr. Bartenstein, Mr. R. Cohen, Ms. McLeish and Mr. Levine; Community Preservation Members Mr. Adler, Ms. Krieger, Mr. Wolk and Mr. Pressman. 33 Marrett Road Mr. Valente updated those present on the possible purchase of 33 Marrett Road. He was contacted by the Scottish Rite and told that Lexington was a low bidder and they suggested Lexington discuss a joint venture with the highest bidder (North Shore Developers). Mr. Valente, Mr. Kelley and Mr. Cohen met with the developer’s local realtor, but were unable to meet with the developer prior to this meeting. Mr. Valente asked for the groups thoughts on a potential joint proposal with North Shore Developers. A majority of the group would like to know more about how much housing is planned for a joint proposal, but were more interested in buying the property on our own. There was discussion about what would be an acceptable price from the Town. Mr. Valente, Mr. Kelley and Mr. Cohen have a meeting scheduled for Wednesday, February 27, with the North Shore Developer representative, which will provide answers about what a joint proposal might look like. This group decided to meet again on February 28, at 6:00 p.m. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 4-0 to return to open session at 9:20 p.m. A true record; Attest: Lynne A. Pease Executive Clerk EXECUTIVE SESSION February 28, 2013 PRESENT: Mr. Kelley, Mr. Cohen (acting as chair), and Mr. Burnell; Mr. Valente, Town Manager, Mr. Addelson, Comptroller; Ms. Chabot, Assistant to the Executive Clerk; and Mr. Pato. ALSO PRESENT: All Appropriation Committee (AC) members except Ms. Garberg, Mr. Neumeier, and Ms. Schonfeld; Mr. Kanter, Capital Expenditures Committee (CEC); and All Community Preservation Committee (CPC) members, except Mr. Wolk. Executive Session Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted by roll call unanimously by all those present to go into Executive Session at 6:00 p.m. to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property at 33 Marrett Road. Further, Mr. Cohen, acting as Chairman, declared that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Town. 33 Marrett Road Mr. Kelley updated the group on proposals made by other interested parties in the purchase of 33 Marrett Road and explained the reasoning behind increasing the Town’s offer from $8 million to $10.5 million. The Town would acquire the land that the Commander’s house sits upon, but the Scottish Rite would have the option to lease back the house. The group discussed sources of funding for the purchase of the property. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 16-1 (Ms. Manz opposed) to endorse the purchase of the property at $10.5 million with the only constraint being the arrangement for the Commander’s house and that there would be a subsequent meeting with the Community Preservation Committee to get their recommendation for the allocation to the categories for the Community Preservation Funds’ contribution to the purchase price. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted by roll call unanimously to adjourn from the executive session. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 7:05 p.m. A true record; Attest: Diana B. Chabot Assistant to the Executive Clerk EXECUTIVE SESSION March 11, 2013 PRESENT: Ms. Mauger, Chairman, Mr. Kelley, Mr. Cohen, Mr. Manz and Mr. Pato; Mr. Valente, Town Manager, Mr. Addelson, Comptroller; Ms. Pease, Executive Clerk. Executive Session – AFSCME Building Maintenance Union Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted by roll call 5-0 to go into executive session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining strategy related to AFSCME Building Maintenance Union. Further, the Chairman declared that an open meeting discussion may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the Town. ALSO PRESENT: Ms. Casey, Human Resources Director, and Ms. Stevens, Management Intern. Mr. Valente updated the Board on a tentative agreement with the AFSCME Local 1703 Building Maintenance Union. It is a proposed two-year agreement for FY2013 and FY2014 that includes 2% increase in both years and $200 added to each step in FY2013. Language/contract changes include adding a new custodian to work Friday through Tuesday to decrease overtime on weekends, grandfathering the Building Foreman position until retirement and requirement for advance notice when an employee wants to take vacation. Housekeeping items include: voluntary flex work schedule, direct deposit, special events detail rate and performance evaluation tool. The Selectmen support the proposed agreement. Ms. Casey and Ms. Stevens left the meeting. Executive Session – 33 Marrett Road Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted by roll call 5-0 to go into executive session to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property at 33 Marrett Road. Further, the chairman declared that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Town. ALSO PRESENT: Mr. Kanter, Capital Expenditures Committee. The Board discussed how to finance the possible purchase of 33 Marrett Road and how to move forward with the Special Town Meeting on Monday, March 18 since the Town’s offer has not been accepted yet by the Scottish Rite. A public meeting needs to be scheduled to provide information on the possible purchase to Town Meeting Members and citizens. Executive Session – March 11, 2013 Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted by roll call 5-0 to return to open session at 11:32 p.m. A true record; Attest: Lynne A. Pease Executive Clerk EXECUTIVE SESSION March 27, 2013 PRESENT: Ms. Mauger, Chairman, Mr. Kelley, Mr. Cohen, Mr. Manz and Mr. Pato; Mr. Valente, Town Manager, Ms. Casey, Human Resources Director; and Ms. Chabot, Assistant to the Executive Clerk. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted by roll call 5-0 to go into executive session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining related to the DPW Union. Further, the Chairman declared that an open meeting discussion may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the Town. AFSCME Local 1703 – Public Works Mr. Valente updated the Board on a tentative three year agreement with the AFSCME Local 1703 Public Works Union for FY2013, FY2014 and FY2015. The agreement includes a 2% base wage increase for all three years. There is also a proposed increase in the stipend paid for the first license from $200 to $400 in 2014 and from $400 to $600 in FY2015. And starting in 2014, employees who work on Patriots’ Day will receive double time for hours worked. Approximately 25 employees work on Patriots’ Day. The Selectmen support the proposed agreement. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted by roll call 5-0 to return to open session at 7:02 p.m. A true record; Attest: Diana B. Chabot Assistant to the Executive Clerk EXECUTIVE SESSION April 24, 2013 PRESENT: Chairman Mauger, Mr. Kelley, Mr. Cohen, Mr. Manz, Mr. Pato; Mr. Valente, Town Manager; Ms. Chabot, Assistant to the Executive Clerk. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 by roll call to go into Executive Session at 6:30 p.m. to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property at 33 Marrett Road. Further, the Chairman declared that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Town. 33 Marrett Road The Board discussed the Purchase and Sale Agreement for 33 Marrett Road, specifically the section pertaining to the Historic Preservation Restriction. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted by roll call 5-0 to authorize the Town Manager to negotiate with the Scottish Rite the Purchase and Sale Agreement with the following conditions: A. Buyer agrees, after the Closing Date, to impose a perpetual Historic Preservation Restriction on the Property. B. Buyer agrees to limit development on the property indicated on Exhibit G in green for 25 years maximum. If the Scottish Rite sells the surrounding property during that period, the development limitation will expire. C. That limit does not transfer to any future buyer of the Scottish Rite property. The Selectmen and Town Manager will meet again in Executive Session on April 29, 2013 at 6:00 p.m. to discuss the result. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 by roll call to return to open session at 8:00 p.m. A true record; Attest: Diana B. Chabot Assistant to the Executive Clerk EXECUTIVE SESSION April 29, 2013 PRESENT: Ms. Mauger, Chairman, Mr. Cohen, Mr. Manz and Mr. Pato; Mr. Valente, Town Manager, and Ms. Pease, Executive Clerk. Executive Session Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 4-0 by roll call to go into executive session to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property at 33 Marrett Road. Further, the Chairman declared that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Town. Mr. Valente stated that the Scottish Rite reviewed the Purchase and Sale Agreement and is fine with the proposed changes to the restriction language in paragraph 33. Mr. Manz would prefer the deed restriction be for 10 years but will go along with the proposed 25 years. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 4-0 by roll call to return to open session at 6:10 p.m. A true record; Attest: Lynne A. Pease Executive Clerk EXECUTIVE SESSION May 6, 2013 PRESENT: Ms. Mauger, Chairman, Mr. Kelley, Mr. Cohen, Mr. Manz and Mr. Pato; Mr. Valente, Town Manager, and Ms. Pease, Executive Clerk. Also Present: Mr. Addelson, Comptroller and Mr. McWeeney, Chair of the Economic Development Advisory Committee. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 by roll call to go into executive session as authorized under c. 59, ss. 5 and 60 to discuss potential tax exemption (Exemption 7) and to discuss the value of real property (Exemption 6). Further the Chairman declared that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Town. Mr. Valente explained that UniQure, a company from the Netherlands, is considering space on Hartwell Avenue for a manufacturing facility and would like the Town to consider tax increment financing (TIF). Since the Selectmen do not have a lot of information yet, they agreed to provide a letter saying that they would consider a TIF and bring it before a Special Town Meeting quickly. Staff will draft a letter for the Board’s signature. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to discuss and approve a statement of interest regarding UniQure TIF on Hartwell Avenue. The Selectmen will schedule a meeting for Thursday, May 9, at 9:00 a.m. to discuss and sign the proposed letter. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 by roll call to return to open session. A true record; Attest: Lynne A. Pease Executive Clerk EXECUTIVE SESSION May 9, 2013 PRESENT: Ms. Mauger, Chairman, Mr. Kelley, Mr. Manz and Mr. Pato; Mr. Valente, Town Manager, and Ms. Pease, Executive Clerk. Executive Session Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 4-0 by roll call to go into executive session to discuss strategy with respect to Litigation, Mauri A. Niininen and Marji-Tiitta Koivunen vs. Lexington Board of Appeals and to reconvene in Open Session only to adjourn. The Chairman also declared that an open meeting discussion may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the Town. Mr. Valente explained that the Board of Appeals turned down an application for extending the height of a ham radio antenna tower and did not know federal law allowed. Legal Counsel and the Board of Appeals recommend taking the action out of the court system and trying alternative dispute resolution programs. If successful the Board of Appeals would reopen the hearing so that the neighbors understood the reasons for approval. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 4-0 by roll call to approve to resolve this litigation through alternative dispute resolution programs. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 4-0 to return to open session. A true record; Attest: Lynne A. Pease Executive Clerk EXECUTIVE SESSION May 20, 2013 PRESENT: Ms. Mauger, Chairman, Mr. Kelley, Mr. Cohen, Mr. Manz and Mr. Pato; Ms. Vine, Deputy Town Manager, and Ms. Pease, Executive Clerk. Also Present: Mr. Addelson, Comptroller, Mr. Lent, Assessor, Mr. Cohen, Appropriation Committee, Mr. Canale, Planning Board, Ms. McCall-Taylor, Planning Director and Ms. Tintocalis, Economic Development Director. Executive Session UniQure TIF Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 by roll call to go into executive session as authorized under c. 59, ss. 5 and 60 to discuss potential tax exemption (Exemption 7) and to discuss the value of real property (Exemption 6) regarding a potential TIF agreement for UniQure. Further, the Chairman declared that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Town. And further, to reconvene in open session to discuss a scheduling of a Special Town Meeting. Mr. Addelson reviewed what has been discussed with UniQure regarding a possible TIF. The Town is waiting for UniQure to respond to the initial presentation of a 5% TIF. The TIF Negotiating Team needs to confirm UniQure’s position on incentives needed. A quick timeline is very important to UniQure. The proposed date for a Special Town Meeting to discuss a possible TIF is June 17. The TIF Negotiating Team should meet with UniQure as soon as possible to discuss with them that we would like them in Lexington for the long-term, what can be offered without requesting a TIF and how we can help expedite the permitting process. Mr. Lent, Mr. Cohen, and Ms. Tintocalis left the meeting. Medical Marijuana Mr. Canale and Ms. McCall-Taylor explained that the June 17 Special Town Meeting is the first opportunity since the State Medical Marijuana Regulations came out to discuss how the Town should regulate. The article on the Special Town Meeting will give the Town one year to set up a Town regulation. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to return to open session at 9:35 p.m. A true record; Attest: Lynne A. Pease Executive Clerk EXECUTIVE SESSION May 30, 2013 PRESENT: Ms. Mauger, Chairman, Mr. Kelley, Mr. Cohen, Mr. Manz and Mr. Pato; Mr. Valente, Town Manager, and Ms. Chabot, Assistant to the Executive Clerk. Also Present: Mr. Addelson, Comptroller; Ms. Tintocalis, Economic Development Officer; Ms. McCall-Taylor, Planning Director; Mr. McWeeney, Chair of the Economic Development Advisory Committee; Mr. Cohen, Appropriation Committee; Mr. Canale, Chair of the Planning Board, and Mr. Hornig, Planning Board. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 by roll call to go into executive session as authorized under c. 59, ss. 5 and 60 to discuss potential tax exemption (Exemption 7) and to discuss the value of real property (Exemption 6). Further the Chairman declared that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Town. Discuss Potential Tax Exemption Regarding TIF for UniQure Mr. Valente and Mr. Addelson presented two tax increment financing (TIF) models proposed by UniQure, and a possible counter proposal by the Town. The Selectmen discussed the counter proposal and the TIF negotiating team gave their thoughts. Ms. Mauger polled the Board regarding going forward with the counter proposal. Mr. Pato, Mr. Cohen, Ms. Mauger and Mr. Manz were in favor of going forward with the counter proposal. Mr. Kelley abstained. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 by roll call to return to open session at 11:02 p.m. A true record; Attest: Diana B. Chabot Assistant to the Executive Clerk EXECUTIVE SESSION June 3, 2013 PRESENT: Ms. Mauger, Chairman, Mr. Kelley, Mr. Cohen, Mr. Manz and Mr. Pato; Mr. Valente, Town Manager; and Ms. Pease, Executive Clerk. LMEA Memorandum of Understanding Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 by roll call to go into Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to coalition bargaining related to the Lexington Municipal Employees Association. Further, the Chairman declared that an open meeting discussion may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the Town. Also Present: Mr. Addelson, Comptroller and Ms. Casey, Human Resources Director. Ms. Casey reviewed the recommended LMEA Salary Structure that becomes effective July 1, 2014 and the proposed 3-year tentative agreement for FY2013 – FY2015 that includes a base wage increase of 2% per year. The Agreement includes language/contract changes and housekeeping/non-substantive changes. All of the Selectmen approve of the proposed 3-year agreement for the Lexington Municipal Employee Association (LMEA). Discuss Potential Tax Exemption Regarding TIF for UniQure Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 by roll call to go into executive session as authorized under c. 59, ss. 5 and 60 to discuss potential tax exemption (Exemption 7) and to discuss the value of real property (Exemption 6) regarding a potential TIF agreement for UniQure. Further, the Chairman declared that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Town. Also Present: Mr. Addelson; Mr. Canale, Planning Board; Ms. McCall-Taylor, Planning Director; Mr. Cohen, Appropriations Committee; and Ms. Tintocalis, Economic Development Director. Mr. Valente reviewed where we are in negotiating a TIF with UniQure. They have requested a TIF that is front-loaded and have agreed to a clawback agreement if they leave before the 10 years and will repay the TIF. A formal proposal was given to them. The group discussed how best to present the proposed TIF to Town Meeting. Mr. Canale stated that to get broad support from the Planning Board they would like the Selectmen to set a goal to have a TIF policy in place by a certain date. They also request that the Selectmen work toward a 5-year plan rather than year-by-year for TIF requests. Executive Session – June 3, 2013 The Selectmen feel the policy is that no TIF be given that is over 20% and that each case be discussed individually when it comes up. There has to be a management approach that looks at the area being considered for a TIF and how the company fits into that area. Mr. Canale would like to discuss a TIF policy at Goal Setting. Ms. Mauger suggested that the Planning Board provide the Selectmen with a suggested policy or ideas for a policy. The Selectmen all support the proposed TIF. The Selectmen will need to review and approve an Economic Opportunity Area for the proposed parcel on Hartwell Avenue for UniQure at the meeting on June 10. Mr. Valente will work with UniQure and Town Counsel on the TIF package. Request to Purchase Town Right of Way Near 114 East Street Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 by roll call to go into executive session to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property of the Town’s right-of-way near 114 East Street. Further, the Chairman declared that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Town. The Selectmen discussed the request of Mr. Ohmart to obtain approximately 3,000 square feet from the Town right of way fronting his property at 114 East Street to allow him to subdivide the property to build a retirement home on the back half of his property and then sell the existing home and barn. The Board will discuss again at the June 10 meeting. Documents Presented 1. Confidential - Tentative 3-year Agreement for the Lexington Municipal Employee Association (LMEA) for the period FY2013 to FY2015. 2. Confidential – UniQure: Tax Increment Financing Models, dated 6/3/13. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to return to open session at 10:45 p.m. A true record; Attest: Lynne A. Pease Executive Clerk EXECUTIVE SESSION June 10, 2013 PRESENT: Ms. Mauger, Chairman, Mr. Kelley, Mr. Cohen, Mr. Manz and Mr. Pato; Mr. Valente, Town Manager, and Ms. Chabot, Assistant to the Executive Clerk. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 by roll call to go into executive session to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property of the Town’s right-of way near 114 East Street (Exemption 6). Further, the Chairman declared that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Town. Right-Of-Way Near 114 East Street The Board continued its discussion regarding a request by a property owner to purchase the Town’s right-of-way to allow the creation of a buildable lot. Mr. Manz gave multiple reasons not to grant the applicant’s request. Mr. Cohen, Mr. Kelley and Mr. Pato agreed that this is not something the Board is interested in pursuing. Ms. Mauger abstained. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 by roll call to return to open session at 9:14 p.m. A true record; Attest: Diana B. Chabot Assistant to the Executive Clerk EXECUTIVE SESSION June 17, 2013 PRESENT: Ms. Mauger, Chairman, Mr. Kelley, Mr. Cohen, Mr. Manz and Mr. Pato; Mr. Valente, Town Manager; and Ms. Pease, Executive Clerk. Executive Session Police Dispatch Agreement Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 by roll call to go into executive session to discuss strategy with respect to coalition bargaining related to the Public Safety Dispatchers Union. Further, the Chairman declared that an open meeting discussion may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the Town. And further that the Board will reconvene in Open Session. ALSO PRESENT: Ms. Casey, Human Resources Director Ms. Casey, Human Resources Director, reviewed the tentative 3 year agreement for AFSCME Local 1703-Public Safety Dispatchers. The tentative agreement is for FY2013 to FY2015 and includes a 2% increase to base wage each year and language regarding direct deposit, longevity and personal leave. All Selectmen support the proposed agreement. Ms. Casey left the meeting. Litigation Settlement for Marine & Shale Superfund Site Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 by roll call to go into executive session to discuss pending litigation regarding the Marine and Shale Superfund Site settlement. Further, that as Chairman I declare that an open meeting discussion may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the Town. Mr. Valente explained that Town Counsel has advised that the Town agree to this settlement regarding waste that was hauled in 1988 from 201 Bedford Street and ended up in Louisiana and now the Louisiana Department of Environmental Protection is going after responsible parties to pay for cleanup of the site. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 by roll call to agree to the proposed settlement of the Marine Shale Processors Site PRP Group, dated April 25, 2013, in the amount of $4,000, and authorize the Town Manager to sign the settlement documents as negotiated and approved by Town Counsel. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 by roll call to adjourn at 6:25 p.m. A true record; Attest: Lynne A. Pease Executive Clerk