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Town of Lexington
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The Cover
Citizens of Lexington will feel a lift at the
cover rendition of one of Lexington's cher-
ished landmarks . . . . Buckman Tavern . . .
and presently the headquarters of the Lexing-
ton Historical Society. The drawing was done
by Philip B. Parsons . . . one of Lexington's
best known artists. Mr. Parsons has taught,
demonstrated, and exhibited widely in eastern
Massachusetts and in New Hampshire. He is
a member of the Boston Water Color Society
and of the Guild of Boston Artists. Of late he
has tended to spend more of his time in teach-
ing, with emphasis on water color as a medium.
His name is almost synonymous with that of
the Lexington Arts and Crafts Society of which
he was president in 1937 - 1938, and at which
he has taught for many years. He and Mrs.
Parsons have been residents of Lexington
since 1934
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For the Year 1967
Part I
Part I
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TOWN BOARDS AND COMMITTEES
Board of Selectmen • 5
Structure of Town Government Committee14
Town Celebration Committee . . . 15
Cary Memorial Library , . , , , , 39
Cary Lecture Committee . 41
Town Report Committee . • 3
Recreation Committee •
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Planning Board . . 22
Conservation Committee . 24
Board of Appeals • •• , , 84
Permanent Building Committee 72
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PROTECTION OF PEOPLE AND PROPERTY
Police Department . . . 43
Fire Commissioners . . . . • 48
Civil Defense • 50
Inspections - Regulatory , 51
TOWN SERVICES
Battle Green Guides . 42
Board of Health . . . . , 27
Board of Public Welfare • 30
Regional Refuse Disposal Planning Committee 35
Veterans' Services . . . . . . 34
Cemetery Commissioners . . 37
Lexington Housing Authority 33
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT. . . . . . . . . , . 69
SCHOOL DEPARTMENT . , . . • 55
TOWN CLERK . . . , . 81
FINANCIAL . . .
Town Treasurer83
Tax Collector . . 82
Comptroller 78
Appropriations Committee . , , , , 76
Capital Expenditures Committee . . 76
Retirement Board . 52
Trustees of Public Trusts . . 75
Board of Assessors , , , 73
Summarized Operating Expenses80
Town Debt and Interest • , •
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TOWN OFFICERS AND COMMITTEES . . • 85
TOWN MEETING MEMBERS . , , , 93
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS . . . 96
(Statistical Details Relating to These Offices are Contained in Part II)
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Wins Award
Executive Assistant Gray
reported to the Board of Se-
TOWN REPORT COMMITTEE lectmen at their Monday even-
ing meeting that Lexingtonhas
What is the function of a town report? been awarded third prize for
this year's issue of the Town
Report, in an annual contest
There are many who believe it is a compilation of detailed finan- sponsored by the Mass. Se-
cial and operating data, invaluable for the guidance it gives the town meet- lectmen's Association.
ing members in appraising trends and in comparing year-to-year per- Lexington Minute-Man
form ance of the various town boards, departments, and committees. September 21,1967
Thus it also serves as an essential source document for future historians.
The town report committee accepts this viewpoint, though with the observation that it tends to
be of greatest value to "management" and of much less interest to the "stockholders."
There are just as many people who believe that the annual report is an invaluable op-
portunity for town government to communicate with all of its citizens that an informed
citizenry is essential to good government tha The annual town report should be a read-
able report on stewardship, emphasizing problems faced, decisions made and unsolved prob-
lems still under attack. We accept this viewpoint, also, but with the observation that readability
without the bone and sinew of needed detail, would be thin fare
We have sought to converge these two viewpoints by recognizing that the report must
appeal to two quite different audiences. We have therefore prepared Part I for the attention
of the general public and as was done last year, plan to have it delivered to every residence
in town. This is intended as a "State of Lexington" message from the respective town boards,
departments and committees. We have added another section, Part II, for the use of town
meeting members and others interested in the detail of finance, balloting, town meeting min-
utes, departmental operating details, and the like. Those citizens who wish a copy of the
combined Parts I and II can obtain one at the office of the board of selectmen.
The responsibility of the town report committee has been to act as coordinator but
never as censor. We have allocated space and offered suggestions but the scope of each re-
port and the division between photographs, charts and the written word has been the decision
of the respective departments.
The 1967 annual report continues the effort started with the 1966 report of gaining
readability without loss of essential detail. In addition to emphasis on content, we have sought
to make the report worthy of Lexington in appearance. Citizens deeply interested in town
government would retain on their bookshelves, in any event, all town reports as source docu-
ments. We have sought to make the 1967 report so attractively displayed that all citizens
would want to retain their copy to show to out-of-town visitiors or to send to friends or rela-
tive s.
Costs comparisons are of interest but not wholly valid In 1965 (last year of the old
type report) the 700 copies were printed on a letter press. In 1966 we typed the report used
offset printing, used fewer but larger pages and printed 10,200 copies. Naturally, cost per
copy in 1966 was less than it was in 1965. The detail follows
1964 1965 1966
Personal Services (Secretarial) - - 1,063 47
Supplies - - 244.84
Printing of Report 2,734 60 2,323 00 4,235.35
Total Cost $2,734.60 $2,323.00 $5,54.3.66
Number of Copies 700 700 10,200*
Cost per Copy $ 3.90 3.22 .5z4
*9500 copies of Part I and 700 copies of Part II
Louis A Zehner, Chairman
Wallace B. Baylies Alford Peckham
Elizabeth H. Clarke Frank H. Totman
Albert Gray, Jr Ex-Officio
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The Selectmen Report upon the Developments
and the Challenges in
THE STATE OF LEXINGTON
In his book, "One Man's America," Alistair Cooke tells this
story On the 19th of May, 1780, in Hartford, Connecticut, the skies
at noon turned from blue to gray and by midafternoon had blackened
over so densely that, in that religious age, men fell on their knees
and begged final blessing before the end came. The Connecticut
House of Representatives was in session. And as some men fell
down in the darkened chamber and others clamored for an imme-
diate adjournment, the Speaker of the House, one Colonel Davenport,
came to his feet. And he silenced the din with these words: "The
Day of Judgment is either approaching or it is not. If it is not, there
is no cause for adjournment. If it is, I choose to be found doing my duty.
I wish, therefore, that candles be brought. Let us be about our business."
To our fellow citizens we emphasize that there is no opportunity for adjournment. To
those who are concerned with building and maintaining good government in Lexington, and
with the difficult and burdensome tasks in the years ahead, we ask that you bring us candles
to illuminate our way and to share in your government to the utmost
The two hundred and fifty-fourth year since our incorporation as the Town of Lexington
is now history. As we enter the gate of a new year, we are reminded of lines by a little known
poet• "And I said to the man who stood at the gate of the year, 'Give me a light that I may head
safely into the unknown ' "
As we look back, our view is one of a continuing process of government of, by, and
for the people who are our fellow townsmen. We are reminded that the march of matters
which require decisions, week in and week out, is the implementation of responsibility called
for in the by-laws of our town. "The selectmen shall have the general direction and manage-
ment of the property and affairs of the town in all matters not otherwise provided for by law ,,
Many of the matters which require deliberation and decision are continuing responsi-
bilities. Many others are major concerns which may be brought to a conclusion Still others
relate to town affairs and issues that are new and will occupy our attention and concern in
the months and years ahead.
A dynamic community with an active citizenry is a strong community. Here, in our
part of this great nation, we must come to grips with conditions not theory The need for co-
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operation among our citizens with their government has never been more important and
necessary
In our report for 1966, the first to be presented in a more popular format, we empha-
sized the nature of the changes which have occurred in Lexington. The new conditions which
require new thinking, new decisions, and perhaps a new outlook have reflected our population
growth and all that this means in terms of community services, public safety, protection and
education. We urged restraint, not reaction, in the approach to our fiscal affairs We urged
wise and timely adjustment to change in the interests of the greatest good for the greatest
number, the major and unceasing problem and challenge of government in Lexington.
These changes and the challenge they present for all of us continue and will continue
for many years to come. They are more fully and definitively developed in the several re-
ports of the various boards, committees, and commissions reporting on their past year's
stewardship Particular problems and matters of public concern, and some of the issues and
alternatives which confront us as a citizenry, should be studied in greater depth It is one of
the purposes of this new reporting approach to communicate more effectively among all of
our town governmental agencies and with our people.
Appearance and Environment
During the past year we have seen the completion of an initial phase of the beautifica-
tion of Lexington's center, subsequent to the widening of Massachusetts Avenue and the change
in the frontage lines of privately-owned property. For more than fifty years the town has
discussed the "widening of Massachusetts Avenue " The objective of providing a scenic and
uniformly attractive approach to our historic Green is nearer to full realization. Private
interests have worked diligently to make their places of business more attractive and appeal-
ing for those of us who live here, for those who may be interested in moving here, or for those
visiting with us and our families.
The concept of a leisurely mall or promenade with appropriate plantings and land-
scaping will continue to enhance the image of Lexington with the passing years. We applaud
the work of the committee which devoted so much time and effort on behalf of the town and the
business community to bring this dream to reality There is yet more to be done in the years
ahead to extend this worthwhile improvement.
As we consider the appearance of the town and the environment which we are proud to
call Lexington, we are reminded again of the pressures occasioned by the expanding metro-
politan area of which we are in reality a part. How can we continue to enjoy the benefits and
attributes of a town with its open spaces, its outdoor recreational opportunities, and the kind
of environment which many of us have been able to enjoy in former years? The work of our
planning board, recreation committee and conservation commission is directly related to
these considerations which add up to the quality of a community.
One of the major questions being asked is that of the destiny of the Great Meadows
We have been and are deeply concerned about this matter as are many interested citizens.
Again, the alternatives, the desirability of maintaining this area "as it is" and its significance
for other open space uses will be a continuing item on the agenda of town affairs
The open area on Lincoln Street, which extends from the Bridge School site on Middleby
Road to Worthen Road opposite the public playground and high school complex, is now under
Five Year Trends in the Office of the Board of Selectmen
1963 1964 1965 1966 1967
Personal Services 21 215 85 28,269 69 30 029 37 27,568 64 31 588 49
Expenses 5,220 29 7,454 09 4 831 73 4,989 22 5,186 93
Staff as of Dec 31 4 4 4 4
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survey in preparation for the development of this land as a part of our recreational facilities
for the town Again, this is a project which represents the thinking and planning of many
citizens over many years. Their concern on behalf of their town will soon become another
impossible dream come true
A number of areas, recommended by the conservation commission and voted by the
town meeting, are in the process of being acquired for the perpetual use and enjoyment of
our citizens. We are convinced that a reasonable balance of open space areas reflecting the
opportunity for outdoor recreation, natural conservation and enjoyment of our residents will
enhance the quality of life in this metropolitan area for many years to come and serve to
conserve our spiritual as well as economic values.
Health and Recreation
Looking a'-lead, we are concerned with those management measures which must be
taken to improve and maintain adequate safeguards for the public health and to insure proper
sanitation controls As the population increases, not only in Lexington but also in our neigh-
boring communities, we must work with others to solve inter-related problems among the
cities and towns.
We are pleased that one of our citizens has been elected chairman of the newly-formed
regional refuse disposal planning board. The board included eighteen capable representatives
L from the contiguous communities of Bedford, Concord, Lexington, Lincoln, Waltham and
rr Weston The board has constituted itself in accordance with enabling legislation of the Com-
monwealth and is exploring specific measures for the future disposal of solid wastes. More
effective disposal of sewage wastes has been accomplished in cooperation with the Town of
Bedford and HanscomField authorities.
The several agencies concerned with daily matters of public health have been diligent.
We have observed that the town's investment in public recreational facilities has been used to
the fullest under an effective program of the recreation committee. More recreation workers
have handled a record number of children, youth and adults We commend the committee for
its efforts to communicate more effectively with the town.
Here, again, is evidence of improving inter-agency cooperation and communication
within the town. Many valuable endeavors have been made possible because of effective work
on the part of the recreation committee, department of public works, school department,
planning board and conservation commission The Lincoln Street recreational development is
such an example. Our agencies working with the intent of the town meeting bring about prog-
ress for the good of many
The Selectmen's Committee on Air Polution is another example of citizen participa-
tion which will command our attention for many years to come. A public awareness of these
associated problems is nationwide in scope. We are locally concerned and have taken steps
to control those immediate problems which can be controlled locally.
' Public Works and Public Safety
Among the continuing concerns related to our public safety and protection are traffic
conti of and flow, parking, measures for effectively safeguarding our citizens lives and pro-
perty from the ravages of fire, natural calamity or criminals, and the implementation of
those regulations which may be necessary in a well-ordered community
An improvement in the appearance of our public works center on Bedford Street is
already apparent The improvement in the effectiveness and efficiency of the department
from the benefits of such a structure are virtually completed. After delays which made
necessary the authority of the bonding company to assure completion upon default by the
builder, the committee responsible for this project was completing its work of double-checking
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The Visitors Center 1
The Visitors' Center near Buckman Tavern is proving especially worth-
while both in welcoming visitors and in providing comfort facilities. It
was opened on April 17, 1966 and by year end, 45,466 visitors had signed
the guest book In 1967, 59,264 signed the guest book. The capital cost
of the building with its now completed furnishings was paid for by the I
town, and an anonymous civic leader contributed foundation plantings
native to the region. As a community service the Lexington Chamber
of Commerce continues to staff the information booth as it did the I
booth formerly at the corner of Bedford and Meriam Streets
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prior to formal acceptance of the building by the end of 1967. The maintenance of our public
ways, utilities and the removal of snow have also become greater responsibilities.
The separation of the office of the town engineer, who is responsible to the superin-
tendent of public works, is another step in specialization of town services reflecting growth
in the business of town government in Lexington.
Police protection and traffic control have been major concerns for many years. We
are confident that effective progress has been made and that still greater progress is as-
sured in the months ahead. With the passage of the necessary legislation by the General
Court, we have been able to add qualified police officers who are non-resident and we anti-
' cipate that more will be added.
Our police department is making every effort to keep abreast of national trends,
modern police technology and in the training and equipment of officers to be effective guard-
ians of the public interest We are gratified by the acquisition of a new communication con-
! sole and modern mobile communication equipment which enables our police department to be
in simultaneous contact with both the state police and inter-city police radio networks. We
view this as a major step forward.
The studies of road and street locations, the flow of traffic from our residential areas
within the town, as well as the town's responsibility to its citizens in terms of access to con-
tiguous communities throughout the metropolitan area are unsolved, persistent and essential.
We refer in particular to the matter of Worthen Road. Public debate has raised the
question as to whether this inner-community by-pass artery should be completed. It will re-
main for the town meeting to appraise this problem carefully in the near future
With the anticipated opening of the new shopping center at Burlington in 1968, new
pressures are certain to influence a variety of matters related to the public safety and pro-
tection. The flow and density of traffic will require careful observation as it begins to alter
present patterns. A difference in degree often brings about a difference in kind and the best
planning of today may be obsolete tomorrow. Wherever new roads or buildings are created
new pressures will invariably result from their use
Closely related to these issues are matters of the general public welfare, not only of
our citizens but of our visitors. We have observed the expanded usefulness of the new visi-
tors' center. We are cognizant of the need for effective planning in relation to the anticipated
impact upon our town and its facilities when we come to the year 1975 and the observance of
the 200th anniversary of the Revolutionary War along this historic battleroad
Closely related to matters of traffic control in Lexington, now and in the future, is
the entire question of public transportation both here and in the metropolitan area. Not only
are our residents employed along the electronics highway of the nation, Route 128, but they
are also employed in the inner city. Certainly the welfare and economy of our community
is dependent on the capability for the efficient conveyance of its people.
We would commend the work of our fire-fighting forces, both the commissioners and
the men. Not only is Lexington's equipment and training maintained at a high level, but those
extra calls which arise beyond the call of duty deserve recognition. The service rendered
by our men when an ambulance is called for has been singular and the source of many sin-
cere words of appreciation from our citizens.
Finance and the Business of Our Government
An account of the stewardship of a board of selectmen should not be less than that of
business and industry in the private sector. The trust of the public weal is associated with
the private financial affairs of each of our citizens. In our past report we urged responsi-
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Juvenile Responsibility
Last March the 1966 annual town report was delivered to
each residence by the Boy Scouts of the town. With so
much attention nationally focused on the misdeeds of young
people, the town report committee is happy indeed to ac-
knowledge the efficiency with which the Scouts planned and
executed what they regarded as a civic duty and which they
did without cost to the town. Their action reflects a degree
of responsibility which made their parents and their com-
munity proud of them.
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"We would re-emphasize that our concerns are no longer
insular We are actively involved with our neighbors in other cities
and towns We are interdependent, and as time goes on we will be
faced with those inevitable economic pressures which suggest work-
ing with others yet more closely for our mutual advantage Such
areas as transportation, sanitary refuse disposal, conservation,
air and water pollution, and a variety of other matters will surely
command the best of a board of selectmen for many years to come."
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f bility and restraint - not reaction on the part of our several agencies which make up the
government of Lexington. We do so again.
For as we consider the greatest good for the greatest number, the needs and desires
for public services and accomplishments, we must recognize that the privilege of taxation
must come from the consent of the governed in a democratic and free society. The assets
of town business are represented in the assessed valuation of taxable property as well as in
the intangible values. We have again seen an increase in the number of building permits is-
sued in comparison with the previous year and increased activity in the construction of valu-
able industrial properties, particularly along Hartwell Avenue
The liabilities of our town are reflected in the bonded indebtedness as well as in the
costs of doing business, of providing the daily services from a town office and in the several
departments We are concerned that our career employees be properly and adequately paid
for their labors. These employees who serve us in time of need, who look after our children
and guide them in their formative years, and who staff our offices are essential in the main-
tenance of good, orderly and business-like government
We must be alert to the opportunity to eliminate waste, either in terms of manpower
or materials, as a part of this stewardship If taxation on an ever-rising, inflationary spiral
is inevitable, as some economists tell us, then we must be sure that our investment in town
services and capital expenditure is soundly made and administered
The tax rate of Lexington continued to be one of the highest in the commonwealth. We
believe that we have made effective, overall progress in terms of our public utilities, educa-
tional facilities, and in the necessary public services We also believe that in the years ahead
we may be relatively more fortunate than some communities which are now beginning to ex-
perience the pressure of growing populations and mardatory major investments
We must, however, bear in mind that many of our residents have fixed or relatively
less affluent income opportunities and that many are rearing larger families.
As we study the balance sheets and operating statement of the year's town business,
we know that our income must come from ourselves, either directly or through state and
federal channels We believe that our people want high standards of quality in government
and its services. We believe that they will value community improvements and investment
1 for their safety, protection, general welfare, recreation and education. But we must caution
that these things must be accomplished only with a sense of reasonable balance and good
judgment
Prudence in fiscal affairs will require that we take into account the inevitable
depreciation of many of our public buildings and equipment. The desire for new investment
must be analyzed in terms of comparative costs and the relative values received from one
course of action or from alternatives.
r The questions of population density, public services required, public services de-
sired, and alternative actions are vital considerations to be spot-lighted in our anticipated
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long range financial study of the town. Such a study may offer appropriate guidelines for
our future planning and judgment.
We must take into account the forth-coming report of the structure of government
committee and the unknown effect of recent home rule legislation passed by the General
Court. We have been reasonably far-sighted in anticipating some of the issues which will
have a bearing on our financial affairs in the near future.
The questions of a town manager and of more adequate town office space will be key
matters for discussion in the months immediately ahead.
Our Career Employees
The business of serving as a full-time, career government employee is often difficult
at best Many dedicated, loyal and highly capable persons have given a full measure of devo-
tion to Lexington through the years
We accepted with deep regret the resignations of a number of faithful career employ-
ees during 1967 Their contributions to the town's well-being far exceeds the knowledge of
most citizens Dedication, competence and faithfulness have characterized their tenure and
the town has been enriched by their performance.
As our town enterprise has expanded, many functions have been too great for the time
and energy of one person The position of town clerk has been separated from the responsi-
bilities of town treasurer during 1967 Increased financial control has been made possible
with the appointment of a town comptroller. These steps are intended to provide a more ef-
fective and business-like government in the best interest of our people.
We have been aided immeasurably by the work of our salary review board as we ap-
proach the new dimensions of collective bargaining and the desire to properly compensate our
employees Our goals in these areas must be commensurate with those in other institutions
and industry if we are to keep pace with these changing times and the need to secure and hold
employees of the best possible capability
Conclusion
No message on the "State of Lexington" can be completely comprehensive nor exhaus-
tive
in its content It remains for the citizen to pursue further in the several reports of the
various agencies, boards and committees to secure greater detail and insight into the chal-
lenges of his government and its operations
It has been our purpose to state some of the highlights, the challenges and opportunities
before us to keep Lexington attractive as a good place to live, as a community with an out-
standing provision for public safety and protection, with effective agencies to deal with our
health and recreation, as a community with good business acumen and a sound financial policy,
and as a town that appreciates its career employees.
For some these will appear as the annual generalities of being for all the good things
and as being against all the bad For the perceptive citizen, it means the unending quest for
good government on the part of fellow citizens who recognize that we live in a changing world
and that we are all "the government."
We would re-emphasize that our concerns are no longer insular We are actively
involved with our neighbors in other cities and towns. We are interdependent, and as time
goes on we will be faced with those inevitable economic pressures which suggest working
with others for our mutual advantage. Such areas as transportation, sanitary refuse disposal,
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conservation, air and water pollution, and a variety of other matters on the horizon will sure-
ly command the best of a board of selectmen for many years to come.
We recognize that our citizenry is largely concerned with the affairs of the region, the
nation and the world in its daily work. We are fortunate in the quality of our people who will
insist on quality in their government. We are well aware of the demands upon us as citizens
of this nation in a world that has problems before it far greater than ours.
We are convinced that the answers to the difficult problems of our society and our
community in our time do not lie in emotion and heat, but rather in good judgment and light
as we pass through the gates of a new year. Let the candles be brought there is no
cause for adjournment.
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Structure of Town Government Committee
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The structure of town government committee was created by vote of the 1966 town
meeting and charged not only with studying the structure of the town's government but also
with preparing an official report on our findings and recommendations and drafting the legis-
lation necessary for their implementation 1
We have, with town officials, employees and citizens, attempted to reach a common
understanding of present and potential problems in Lexington's government Criteria which
have guided our assessment of problems and the adequacy of proposed solutions include ad-
ministrative operating efficiency, citizen participation, policy coordination, responsiveness 1
of the government to the electorate and an adequate system of checks and balances
The problems delineated below are no indictment of competent, dedicated citizen par-
ticipants and employees but exist because of inherent weakness in the present structure
There has been almost universal agreement among those consulted that administrative de-
centralization is one of the most serious problems facing us and can only increase as theI
town grows larger, services expand and government operations become more complex Citi-
zen participation is neither as widespread, effective nor relevant as it should be. One of the I
most pervasive organizational difficulties is the lack of liaison and coordination among the
existing boards and committees. Plans are implemented slowly or not at all The town
meeting needs more continuous information, analysis of issues and advice to discharge its
responsibilities.
We propose to help rectify the above by an improved form of administration - - - a i
Selectmen - Manager Plan, which we are presenting to the town meeting in March and, if
accepted, to the voters in 1969 to go into effect in 1970. Administrative authority would be
centralized in the hands of a professional manager releasing the selectmen to concentrate on
broad issues of public policy and the solution of mayor town problems Freeing the selectmen
from administrative detail and centralizing policy making agencies under them would allow
them to effect coordination among all aspects of planning. physical, social, economic, metro-
politan and regional. They would be able to consider broader planning issues and to develop
more completely integrated policies and programs. 1
The primary strength of the Manager Plan is the unification of powers in the town j
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Arthur E. Bryson, Jr., Stephen T. Russian, Harriet Reiman, Margery M Battin, Chairman; Alan Adams
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meeting and the selectmen rather than in their piecemeal distribution among several boards,
committees, commissions and departments. It is hoped that "simplyfying the complicated
snarl of semi-independent and unrelated administrative officers, boards and commissions in
the town and definitely locating responsibility for town activities will assist the voters in all
of their contacts with the town 1 * We hope to ensure that the government remains responsive,
accountable, easily accessible and clearly visible to the voter
*Massachusetts Federation of Taxpayers, The Manager Plan in Massachusetts Towns
Town Celebrations Committee
The committee had a reasonably quiet year. The selectmen gave us no celebrations
to handle other than those we have been regularly committed to. The activities associated
with those celebrations are summarized below
Patriots Day
The miserable weather (cold, snowy, and wet) that greeted us on the morning of April
19th convinced us that we should cancel the morning parade. Consequently, neither the morn-
ing parade nor the customary Battle Green ceremonies took place The Lion's Club presented
their White Tricorn Hat award to Mr. Donald E. Nickerson during special ceremonies later
in the day. The weather did not, however, interfere with the memorial services conducted
jointly by the Lexington Minutemen and the Daughters of the American Revolution, the Lions
Club Road Race, nor the arrival of Revere and Dawes at the Battle Green.
By 2 00 P M. the weather had improved, but only slightly. The temperature had
climbed to the high forties, and the snow had changed to occasional drizzle.
The afternoon parade, considerably reduced from its usual size, left East Lexington
on schedule. Mr. William P. Brenchick, Jr , the Chief Marshal, was preceeded by the
Spirit of '76, under the direction of Mr. Douglas Maxner, and the motorcade of the town's
guests for the day
Winners of the Chamber of Commerce trophies for the best floats were the Lexington
Jaycees in the civic division, and the Battle Green Chapter, Order of DeMolay in the youth
division.
We are indebted to our friends and neighbors at Hanscom Field. They provided the
blankets which our guests used on the reviewing stand to help ward off the raw weather.
Memorial Day
Members of the Town's Veterans' organizations and of the Lexington Minutemen
boarded buses at 9.00 A.M. for the trip to Westview Cemetery. After brief memorial ser-
vices, they returned to Munroe School for the annual parade. Raymond E Lewis, Past Com-
mander of Stanley Hill Post No. 38, American Legion, served as Chief Marshal of the parade,
which left Munroe School at 10.00 A.M The parade stopped at Munroe Cemetery for cere
monies which included the reading of General Logan's Order of the Day for the first Memorial
Day by Mr. Rufus McQuillan, placing wreaths by the Gold Star Mothers, and a recitation of
Lincoln's Gettysburg Address by Alan Van Egmond, a senior at Lexington High School.
After the customary stops at Cary Hall, the "Old Burying Ground," and the memorial
monument on the Battle Green, the parade assembled around the flag pole for the main ob-
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servance, which included an address by the Honorable Lincoln P. Cole, Jr., Chairman of the
board of selectmen.
We included as many of the town's youth groups as possible in this year's parade to
make up for, in part, the cancellation of the April 19th sunrise parade. We will continue to
invite them for future Memorial Day parades.
U.S.S. Lexington
We again assisted the members of the U.S.S. Lexington (CV-2) Minute Man Club with
their annual memorial for shipmates lost during the Battle of the Coral Sea. We are particu- (
larly thankful for the help of Father Gaudette of St. Brigid's Roman Catholic Church, the Rev.
Kenneth E. Peterson of the First Baptist Church, and to Sergeant Lawrence Stone of the
Lexington Minutemen.
United Nations Day
Observance of United Nations Day included a flag raising ceremony on the Battle
Green at 7 00 A.M. The Rev. Father Martin U. McCabe of the Sacred Heart Roman Catholic
Church gave the invocation, and the Rev Dr Stanley S. Harakas of the Greek Orthodox
Church gave the benediction.
The Lexington Rotary Club presented prizes to the winners of the Lexington League
of Women Voters' United Nations Day essay contest. The Lexington Lodge of Elks also pre-
sented prizes to the winners of the League's poster contest. Keith Winnard and Joanna
Cazden won the essay contest prizes, and Ann Jones, Candie Chase, and Dario Coletta won
the poster contest prizes. The Lexington Lions Club continued their practice of providing
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Front Row, L. to R. — Betsy Severance, Publicity Chairman, Marilyn Hall, Recording Secretary, 1
Raymond Barnes, Chairman, Eleanor Litchfield, Corresponding Secretary,
Back Row, L. to R. — Tony Sperduto, Leo Gaughan, Vice Chairman, Jim Broderick, Ralph Lord, 1
Bernie Belcastro
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United Nations Flags to the town's schools, by presenting one to Mr. William D. Perkins,
Principal of the Bowman School.
Mr. Goodrich, Principal, and the teachers and pupils of the Bridge School presented
a United Nations Day program to accompany the planting of a United Nations tree at the
Bridge School. The tree was provided by the Lexington Jaycees and the program took place
on the lawn of the school
Veterans Day
Servicemen of all wars were remembered by a parade beginning at 10 00 A M. from
the Munroe School, under the command of Chief Marshal Wallace W. Ormiston, Commander,
Post 3007, Veterans of Foreign Wars. The parade assembled on the Battle Green for cere-
monies which included an address by the Honorable Ronald C. MacKenzie, State Senator,
Seventh Middlesex District. All units were dismissed at Cary Hall, following a review of
the parade by Chief Marshal Ormiston and his staff.
General
The Committee enjoys the cooperation of all town departments and organizations.
We would, however, particularly like to thank the park department and the police depart-
ment We would be lost without their invaluable help
Total expenses for all of the committee's celebrations amounted to $4,682.99 for
1967 This compares with $4,668.84, $5,137.61, $4,737.00 and $5,399.86 for the years 1963,
1964, 1965 and 1966, respectively.
Raymond B. Barnes, Chairman
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since 1954 are listed below
1954 Edwin B Worthen
1955 Albert Burnham
1956 John Garrity
` 1957 Rev Harold T Handley
1958 William E Maloney
1959 Dr Fred S Piper
1960 William R Greeley
1961 Thomas S Grindle
f 1�` 1/4 1962 Albert G FrothKeefe
\\ 1963 Miss Margaret Keefe
1964 Mrs Eleanor B Litchfield
1965 Msgnr George W Casey
1966 Joseph 0 Rooney
r 1967 Donald E Nickerson
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The committee met twelve times and went on seventeen field trips. There were also
meetings with the board of selectmen, planning board, appropriation committee, Senior
Citizens, school department, American Legion, public works and engineering departments,
Lions Club and other local private organizations
Future planning and immediate requirements for expansion and improvement of
facilities and programs was considered by the committee plus conducting the recreation
program under the direction of the recreation director.
Special field trips were taken with the board of selectmen, school committee, engi-
neering and park departments, public works and town meeting members. These field trips
were made to consider further development of the Sutherland Heights and Rindge Avenue
areas, the Marvin Street and Baskin sites, completion of the Poplar Street play lot, a new
instructional pool at the Center, filling in the Lincoln Street (old dump site) and the Hart-
well Avenue section of town owned land Also for purchase of more land adjacent to the
Harrington development for future completion of a major playground in that section of
Lexington. The development of a playing field at Bowman School was also discussed plus
installation of a backstop. Future development of the Lexington Reservoir for recreational
purposes and filling in the North Street sand pit to establish a recreation site in that area of
Lexington were also taken under consideration.
Two backstops were installed at the Bridge School field plus a basketball court at
Sutherland Heights, a backstop at Harrington and development of the Poplar Street area was
completed. An outdoor basketball set-up was put in at the Baskin area, and the Lincoln
Street area was filled in and now awaits further development. The Marvin Street area is l
now under development by the park department. ,
Lights were installed at the Center playground, all purpose play area (basketball and
skating) and Kinneens playground for skating on Burlington Street. The lights were gifts i
from the Lexington Lions Club and Lexington's High School Class of 1935. The committee's
policy is to develop recreation areas in Lexington on public lands in many sections of the
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town. Further development of these areas will depend upon the use and interest shown by
the citizens of said areas.
Near future planning involved the completion of the Marvin Street play lot, lighting
tennis courts at the Center, one more backstop for the Harrington area, new swings and
slide at the Center playground, completion of the new instructional pool at the Center, a
basketball court for the Rindge Avenue play lot, loaming and seeding of the Lincoln Street
(old dump site), enlarging the Baskin play lot and further development of the Bowman School
field
The recreation committee is working jointly with the planning board on a ten year
plan for future recreation facilities for the citizens of Lexington and traveling to neighboring
towns discussing recreational needs with recreation department heads of these towns.
IPThe recreation program was expanded as follows•
1. Basketball program and instruction during playground summer season.
2. Evening basketball program for citizens during summer season.
3. New intermediate girls program during winter season.
Lexington's recreation programs, under the direction of Ben W. Bertini, Director,
are as follows. Summer playgrounds - Center, East (Adams), Harrington, Hastings and
North (Parker) open for nine weeks - Monday - Friday, June, July and August. The retarded
and emotionally disturbed childrens program at Franklin School is also held at the same time.
The swimming pool at the center is open for ten weeks during June, July and August -
Sunday - Saturday and includes evening swimming plus daily instructions with time allowed
for free swimming. Tennis lessons are given daily at the East, Center and North playgrounds
where tennis courts are available. Arts and crafts sessions are held daily at all playgrounds.
Basketball lessons, a new program, was introduced during the summer of 1967 at all play-
grounds.
CThe Lexington Softball League for men is also conducted by the recreation committee
from May through September under the direction of the recreation director.
The Autumn programs for fifth and sixth grade boys and girls are held on Saturday
mornings September, October and November with the boys playing soccer and the girls
playing field hockey.
The Winter programs for fifth and sixth grade boys and girls are held on Saturday
mornings December - April featuring rope climbing, basketball, gymnastics, mat exercises
` etc., in the high school gymnasium and field house and the Muzzey Junior High gymnasium,
/1 The intermediate boys program for the Winter is also held on Saturday mornings
December - April at the Diamond Junior High gymnasium and includes basketball, gymnas-
tics, etc.
The intermediate girls program (NEW) introduced in 1967 is held at the Bridge
Five Year Trends in the Office of the Recreation Committee
{F 1963 1964 1965 1966 1967
Personal Services[r 14,434 15 17,427.50 20,341 74 22 863 50 24 373 50
7,495 05 Expenses 5,728.00 5,599 97 5 745 25 6,780 22
Staff as of Dec. 31 1 1 1 1 1
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L to R. — Robert Davison, Richard Sparrow, Paul Hanson, Vincent Hayes, Benedict Bertini
(Director of Recreation Programs), and Robert Bond (Chairman of the Committee)
School gymnasium, featuring gymnastics, basketball, games etc., on Saturday mornings
December - April.
The retarded and emotionally disturbed childrens program includes bowling, basket-
ball, singing, dancing rope climbing etc., is held on Saturday mornings December - April at
the Franklin School. At the conclusion of the program, these children are then driven to the
Hayden pool for an hours swim.
Men's physical fitness classes at the high school gymnasium and field house features
basketball, volley ball, weight training, running, jump rope, agility drills, etc. 1
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field house runs October through April and also features basketball, running and light exer- 1
cises to make the body beautiful, etc.
Badminton for adults was extended another month at the Muzzey Junior High gym_za- !
sium, October through May, and functions on Tuesday and Thursday evenings.
Ice skating areas available when weather permits are Adams, Harrington, Center '
(all purpose play area), Kinneens, Fiske, Old Reservoir, Sutherland Heights, Franklin and
Hastings.
Golf lessons are given every Spring during March and April in the high school field
house on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings and are sponsored by the recreation committee
under the direction of the recreation director and golf pro.
Reservations for various recreation areas in the town may be reserved at the recre-
ation office in the Town Hall. These include tennis courts, the cinder track at Center, ath-
letic fields throughout the town and Willards Woods. All persons using Willards Woods 1
picnic area who wish to use the fireplaces in the area, must obtain a permit from the fire 1
department. Over six thousand reservations have been issued in less than four years.
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Planning Board
Massachusetts General Laws provide that the annual report of a town planning board
must contain information regarding ' the condition of the town, plans and proposals for its
development and estimates of the cost thereof "
With 1965 median income per household of $14,689, Lexington residents are near the
top of income range of Metropolitan Boston and Massachusetts municipalities According to
Massachusetts Taxpayers Association our tax rate is also high, only eight cities and five
towns among 351 Massachusetts municipalities have adjusted tax rate higher than Lexington
The accompanying table shows Lexington's position among neighboring or comparable towns
along Route 128
Rezoning more land for business and industry will not in itself change the land use or
reduce the tax rate Vacant land in Lexington now includes the following four acres zoned
for retail business, 177 acres zoned for research and offices and about 182 acres zoned for
light manufacturing. We encourage entrepreneurs seeking Lexington location to use land
already zoned, rather than attempt rezoning of additional residential land. This policy has
proven successful, stimulated largely by the planning board-sponsored relaxation of lot size
and yard requirements in Hartwell Avenue area.
The following new firms have located in Lexington since 1966 Amicon, Hewlett-
Packard, Honeywell, Instrumentation Lab and Weston-Rotek The Ginn Company has an-
nounced
its intention to build in Lexington and several other research and office operations
of the same high caliber are now negotiating and may be expected to announce the move to
Lexington in 1968.
As a general policy, until the available land already zoned for industry and business
is largely utilized, the planning board does not expect to support proposals for additional
rezoning unless there is assured immediate demand which cannot be met by land already
zoned non-residential, unless the rezoning proposal is for a location and a type of use which
will not be seriously detrimental to the surrounding areas, either now or in the future, and
is in a location such that it will not put extra heavy demand on town services or streets, com-
pared to other areas which could be utilized.
The implementation of this policy is intended to control and guide the development of
the town in a desirable manner and according to long-range plans
It is the belief of the planning board that Lexington should consider what it can do to
help alleviate the housing situation in core cities in metropolitan Boston The board is
studying zoning amendments designed to facilitate moderate-income housing. To the extent
that such housing may be provided by individual lots, the planning board believes that such
small lot developments must be properly planned with adequate nearby open space and that
the continued building on small lots laid out long before the emergence of modern concepts of
decent housing is not the answer.
Green open spaces are one of the most desirable characteristics of Lexington. Their
preservation is an important task and an urgent one, as pressures for land development make
it economically feasible to build on sites considered unbuildable ten to fifteen years ago The
Five Year Trends in the Planning Board
1963 1964 1965 1966 1967 1
Personal Services 7,533.81 9 320 83 12,373 86 13,061 58 17,355 17
Expenses 7,704 47 5,009 25 5,232 14 6 445 41 3,535.84
Staff as of Dec 31 1 1/2 1 1/2 1 1/2 1 1/2 1 1/2
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practical value of open space, swamps and trees for control of micro-climate, flooding and
erosion, as well as its aesthetic value, have been recognized by the town and resulted in
votes authorizing open space acquisitions. Our ability to negotiate and to purchase has been
lagging behind the authorizations. The planning board proposes that more emphasis be
placed on utilization of professional assistance to carry out the land acquisition program. It
is believed that otherwise many essential purchases will be lost or else the price will in-
crease beyond what the town is willing to pay. The saving due to the early acquisition at a
lower price will be much greater than the cost of a negotiator.
The urban beautification committee, authorized on recommendation of the planning
board, has met with town officials, landscape architects and representatives of the U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development. It has become obvious that Lexington is
committed in the years to come to increased expenditures for certain new programs having
beautification aspects, such as the improvement of the center, or the landscaping and the
development of playfields in the former Lincoln Street disposal area. The committee is con-
tinuing its studies and will present an interim report to the 1968 Annual Town Meeting.
iThe long range study, a federally supported study carried out by the consulting firm
of Metcalf and Eddy, is expected to be completed in the near future The results and recom-
Cmendations will be distributed to town boards and officials, to town meeting members and
will be available to other interested citizens prior to the 1968 Annual Town Meeting. Assist-
ing Metcalf and Eddy were citizen study committees. 1. Population and Housing, 2 Schools
C and Education, 3 Roads and Circulation, 4. Public Works, 5 Recreation, Conservation,
Parks, 6. Historic Values and Tourism, 7. Economic Resources, Tax Base, 8. Municipal
Services and Buildings, and 9. Future Land Use. The planning board wishes to especially
Ithank Mr. Robert V. Whitman, general chairman of the citizens planning organization, and
` the members of the above committees who contributed material essential to the study.
1 In 1967 the planning board held forty-three meetings, one public information meeting
1111 and twenty-five advertised public hearings on zoning amendments and land subdivisions In
addition to endorsing fifty-three plans requiring no public hearing and approval, the planning
board has approved six residential subdivisions with ninety new lots and 1.35 miles of new
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streets There are now twenty-nine subdivisions in Lexington in various stages of develop-
ment and the construction of streets and utilities in these subdivisions is secured by bonds
and bank deposits amounting to $601,500. It must be noted that while the number of new
house lots approved each year is not as large as ten to fifteen years ago, there are many
more problems connected with the approval and construction of new subdivisions because
they are frequently located on lands by-passed years ago because of soil, drainage or legal
problems.
In summation it can be stated that Lexington is a town of which its residents can be
justly proud, but continued planning and work are needed to ensure that it remains a town
worthy of this pride.
Equalized Tax Rates and Related Factors
Property
Growth Population Persons per Adj Tax Rate Value per
1955 65 1965 Sq Mile '65 1965 1967 Capita
LEXINGTON 41.0 31,388 1,905 42.60 47.00 6100
Arlington 11 3 52,482 10,132 33 90 36 30 5400
Bedford 22.9 10,787 786 32 60 35 90 8000 1
Belmont 0 28,794 6,273 22.50 23.60 8200 1
Burlington 272 7 19,473 1,645 31.50 40.50 6350
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Dedham 24.1 26,618 2,535 24 10 32 00 6200 1
Lincoln 51.3 4,463 307 26 40 32 10 10300
Needham 35 9 29,303 2,344 26.10 27 40 9650 1
Newton 2 3 88,514 4,945 34.40 37.90 7500
Norwood 37.6 28,978 2,768 30 00 30.40 5700
Wakefield 15.6 25,571 3,479 28 70 29 10 6250 1
Waltham 14 0 57,134 4,604 33.00 34.00 6200
Wellesley 20 9 26,297 2,617 25.50 28.40 9850 i
Westwood 43 0 12,123 1,087 31.50 36.00 7400
Wilmington 62.2 15,261 893 37 00 34 00 6450
Winchester 19 4 21,634 3,667 30.80 33.60 8100 1
Woburn 35 9 35,149 2,733 38 30 38 60 5000 i
AVERAGE 46 0 30,200 3,100 31.05 32.90 7200
(Source• 1965 State Census and Massachusetts Taxpayers Association, property value per capita is de-
rived by dividing the total personal and real estate valuation by 1965 population and is high for towns in
which industry and business represent a large segment of the total tax base, and for towns composed pre- •
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Conservation Commission
The Lexington Conservation Commission submits herewith the annual report. . its
fourth . for the calendar year 1967.
The Lexington Conservation Commission was created in November, 1963, by vote of
the town meeting. Its purposes are to promote, develop and conserve Lexington's natural re-
sources, including wetlands, streams, woodland, open space areas, ponds, wildlife and flora
preserves, and those naturally attractive features which characterize the beauty and appeal of
our community. The commission's scope of operation is defined by statutes of the Common-
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wealth. The commission is one of 268 municipal conservation commissions in the Common-
wealth.
It is noteworthy that the degree of cooperation with and from other town boards is now
high and is still increasing. Outstanding is the work of the planning board staff in developing
a draft plan for open space acquisition, the general sentiment recognizing the need for and
desire of a more rapid land acquisition program, and the narrowing of arguments to prices
and methods of accomplishment now that the principle of intent is understood and accepted.
It is appropriate to review some of these purposes here. Simply stated, a necessary
cornerstone of a town environment that features the natural beauty and pleasures of open
space, woods, streams, and ponds, interspersed among the industrially, commercially, and
residentially developed areas, must be a land acquisition program. It is clear that the public
must own some right to most of the land of interest in order to keep it open It is also clear
that Lexington's land acquisition program must be prosecuted and completed quickly, while
the land is still open. Many hundreds of acres, preferably over a thousand acres, of the thou-
sands still open in Lexington, should be purchased.
More specifically, among the results we can have•
Broad greenbelts, fairly well connected, several miles long, suitable in total
and in part for many active and passive outdoor uses, including hiking, pic-
nicking, bicycle riding, horseback riding, and even simply escaping from
"modern progress" without leaving the town boundaries
Safeguarded wetlands, which regulate the flow of streams and minimize the
incidence of flooded basements, cracked foundations, and town expense for
flood control.
Natural "centers of blocks in already built-up areas," which provide the
amenities of nature to neighborhoods that might otherwise be without them.
Safeguarded streams and streambanks, not ditched or buried in culverts,
and accessible to the public.
Continuation of farming, through sale-and-leaseback or through cash pay-
ments and reduced taxes resulting from conservation easements.
The commission has also bent its efforts to protect the town's natural resources in
ways other than purchase. In one case, unfortunately, it was unsuccessful in its efforts to
prevent the Massachusetts Department of Public Works from unnecessarily circumnavigating
the hill at Peacock Farms with a Route 2 access road; however, intercession by the Massa-
chusetts Department of Natural Resources at the commission's request did lead to a require-
ment for creating some natural barriers by landscaping.
Land Acquisition Projects and Financial Grants
During the year significant actions were taken on several land acquisition projects.
State grants in aid were received to defray twenty-five percent of the purchase costs of three
parcels• (1) four acres on top of Whipple Hill, known as the Rossetti Land, (2) ten acres
connecting the Swenson Farm with the town-owned Tower recreation land and Bowman School
land, otherwise known as the "Church" land and formerly owned by the Trinity Covenant
Church, and (3) eleven acres off Oak Street, comprised of back land of the West Farm. Final
state aid approval was received on a fourth parcel of twenty-four acres located at Redcoat
Lane and Hathaway Road, and connecting the Diamond Junior High School schoolyard with
Willard's Woods. These state grants-in-aid are for fifty percent of the non-federal portion
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of the purchase cost. Application is made for fifty percent federal aid on each of the intended
open-space purchases. In cases where both federal and state aid are received (two so far-
Swenson Farm and Church land) the financial aid can total seventy-five percent. (See part
two of the 1966 town report for excerpts from federal and state law pertaining to conditions
on such grants). If no federal aid on a project is received, and the present shortage of fed-
eral funds is expected to affect Lexington this way at some time, state approval will still
yield a total of fifty percent aid.
It is emphasized that the town still retains full control over the land, subject only to
the conditions to which it agrees before accepting any grant. These conditions act to protect
the open space from being usurped for some other originally unintended use without full con-
sideration by town, state and federal governments. The commission feels that the positive
value of these safeguards outweighs the slight loss of full flexibility in future use.
Final federal approval of the Church land application led to the filing of final papers,
$8,000 is expected early in 1968.
The town meeting approved three acquisition projects and rejected one. (1) Additional
funds were voted for the Redcoat-Hathaway land, based on additional appraisals received and
upon results of additional negotiations. The previous town meeting had voted less than the
requested funds, and had asked for the additional actions as a condition for consideration of
any additional funds (2) Additional funds were voted for purchase of the approximately thirty-
two acres remaining unpurchased from the Whipple Hill authorization of March 1966 The
selectmen provided basic appraisal data on which the town meeting based its decision. (3) Six
acres adjoining Willards Woods and adjoining the five acre previous Harrison 111 conservation
purchase were funded and approved for purchase. (4) The purchase of eight acres of lowland
near Grove Street and Route 128 was rejected by the town meeting.
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The existing town charter approved under the provisions of a Legislative Act of 1945,
provides that the board of health shall consist of three members appointed by the board of
( selectmen to three year staggered terms with one term expiring consecutively each year
Present board members are Rufus L. McQuillan, Chairman, Dr William L Cosgrove,
and Dr. Charles G. Colburn Mr McQuillan is completing his twenty-third year as chair-
man and board member. The board employs a director of public health, a clerk-stenographer
and two part time employees, a dental hygienist and a veterinarian as animal inspector
Professional services obtained by contract are, public health nursing from the Lexington
Visiting Nurse Association, part time physician and dentist services for clinics, and labora-
tory service for routine sanitation tests. Board meetings are held the first Friday of the
month and are open to the public
1967 has been a year of changes in the organization of the board of health. Mr.
James F. Finneran, director of public health since 1962, was stricken with a heart attack
early in the Spring and after resuming his duties, found he was unable to carry on and sub-
` matted his resignation. Regretfully his resignation was accepted by the board, and they
take this opportunity to commend Mr. Finneran for his excellent work.
It was with deep regret the board received the resignation of Mr James M. West,
as a member of the board Mr West served for the past six years and the members of the
board would like to extend to Mr. West their thanks and appreciation for his willing and
faithful service.
The tragic death of Dr. Carl R Benton, town veterinarian, left still another vacancy
in the organization Dr. Benton was appointed animal inspector for the town in 1953 and
performed his duties faithfully and well By the first of September the organization of the
board of health was once again at full strength, with the appointment of Dr. Charles G.
Colburn to the board, Mr. Robert Heustis of Acton, had been hired as director of public
health, and Howard A Smith, D.V M was appointed animal inspector for the town
Communicable Disease Control
Diseases prescribed as dangerous to the public health are required to be reported
to the board of health by the attending physician, parent or guardian.
A biological station for vaccines prepared and distributed by the Massachusetts
Department of Public Health is maintained in the health department for practicing physi-
cians. These vaccines, anti-toxins, serums and other biological products provide physi-
cians the means to control communicable diseases from early childhood through adult life.
Specimen kits are also stocked for physicians use in obtaining laboratory confirmation of
communicable diseases
The wide-spread use of these vaccines, at public clinics and by private physicians,
has proven most effective in controlling diseases which were prevalent a few years ago.
The board realizes that this control cannot be accepted complacently, therefore annual
clinics are conducted for poliomyelitis, diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis (whooping cough) and
measles immunization. A flu clinic is conducted annually for town employees to prevent an
outbreak resulting in a curtailment of town services.
The nursing service continues their fine supervision of patients and contacts under
the communicable disease control law. This work proved most effective this year, when a
person with active pulmonary tuberculosis came in close contact with over sixty young
people When the active case was reported to the health department it became the duty of
the department and the nursing service to check all contacts and arrange for testing and re-
testing to assure that this disease had not been transmitted to the contacts. For the first
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time in a number of years two patients were hospitalized with active tuberculosis To help
prevent a resurgence of this disease the state health department has made available tuber-
culin tine tests for clinic use This testing is done by the school health services in the r
schools (grades one through nine) under the sponsorship of the health department
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The Lexington Lions Club continued their eye-screening programs under the sponsor-
ship of the board of health. The pre-school eye-testing program for the detection of defi-
ciencies in visual acuity and muscular balance was held for the sixth consecutive year. The
one-day glaucoma screening program continues as a model program for neighboring towns
This year more than five hundred people were screened and again a number of eye disorders
were referred for further study.
The dental health program conducted in conjunction with the school health services
screened all elementary grades for defects and sent notices to parents when a visit to the
dentist was indicated
Clinical treatment is provided when financial hardship prevents parents from ob-
taining needed corrective work Education in dental health, a major part of the program,
has become a part of the classroom curriculum A lecture-demonstration type series is
used in the classroom supplemented by visual aids. The use of experimental animals in
the classroom last year proved most effective. In the lower grades, individual buttons and
classroom banners with commendations still prove to be the most effective way in promot-
ing group acceptance of good dental health practices
The Mystic Valley Children's Clinic, located at 186 Bedford Street, is a community
child psychiatric clinic organized through a partnership arrangement between the Depart-
ment of Mental Health and the Mystic Valley Mental Health Association. Over 300 new
families have been admitted to the clinic each year for the past four years. The whole gamut
of childhood emotional illness is seen including phobias, depressions, and psychosomatic
illnesses, learning and reading problems, and behaviour disturbances of various degrees of
severity which may or may not have led to police or court involvement
Approximately ten percent of all children seen at the clinic are mentally retarded
and of these the great majority are seeking admission to the pre-school nursery clinics in
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r Arlington and Woburn The clinic was the initial force which stimulated Head Start pro-
grams in this area
Treatment of the emotionally disturbed children, guidance for their parents and
consultation to others in the community concerned with children and their problems, con-
tinue to be the main purposes of the clinic The clinic staff of ten is also involved in an
extensive training and teaching program both within the clinic and in the community
This year the clinic became a full active member of the American Association of
Psychiatric Clinics for Children, a designation granted only to those clinics whose staff
meets rather stringent requirements of training and whose work is judged to be of high
quality.
The increase in the detection of rabies in small ground animals in Massachusetts
has led the town veterinarian to initiate a "spot-checking" program in such animals as
skunks, bats, etc , besides the usual quarantining of dogs Residents are urged to report
all animal bites, and when a wild animal is involved to save the fresh carcass for labora-
r tory testing to be done at the State Wasserman Laboratory in Jamaica Plain
The rabies clinic conducted by the town veterinarian has proven to be the most ef-
fective means of controlling rabies A modified live-virus vaccine is now being used and
will provide dogs innoculated an effective immunity for two years Plans by the board of
health are now being made to replace the annual May clinic for rabies immunization with
r two separate clinics, one in the Spring, the other in late Fall with the addition of one Satur-
day as a clinic day
The burning of leaves as regulated by the air pollution committee proved effective
in the control of odor and smoke this Fall This committee continues to meet on a regular
basis and will from time to time make suggestions to home owners and businessmen on
/ methods of controlling air pollution in residential areas
1The board is pleased with the success and steady growth of membership of the
senior citizens group which was organized in 1965 under their sponsorship Mr McQuillan,
representative and organizer of this group, has been discussing plans to include in the health
department's established programs additional services geared to the senior citizen
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Environmental Health and Sanitation
During the past year regular inspections were made of all facilities licensed by the
board of health to assure that the terms and conditions of the permits issued by the board
t were complied with. Violations were brought to the attention of the parties concerned and
corrective action was initiated with their cooperation License renewal is based on previ-
ous satisfactory experience which in most cases justifies continued approval
In accordance with the general laws licenses may be revoked at any time under emer-
gency conditions which affect the public health and after the permiters have been granted a
hearing for repeated and continued violations
We have adopted a procedure that requires that all persons making applications for
Five Year Trends in the Health Department
1963 1964 1965 1966 1967
Personal Services 10 642 38 11 114 45 11 612 50 12 445 00 13,732 17
Expenses 11,163 33 11,418 41 9 756 96 7 820 07 10,747 33
Staff as of Dec 31 2 2 2 2 2
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license and permits required by the general laws and local regulations, be familiar with
and demonstrate an understanding of the public health reasons for these regulations in their
particular area of concern. This procedure will reduce the number of violations and corn-
plaints and motivate those involved to provide the leadership and training that their asso-
ciates and employees expect.
In addition to their duties as members of the board, supervising the operation of the
health department, each member represents the board on other various health boards and
committees in town. Mr. McQuillan is a member of the Lexington Visiting Nurse Associa-
tion Board, the Air Pollution Committee and Senior Citizens Club. Dr. William L. Cosgrove
supervisor of the dental clinic is responsible for hiring the personnel to operate the clinic
and establishing policies for the dental health program Dr Charles G Colburn is the rep-
resentative to the Mystic Valley Mental Health Association and the director has been desig-
nated to meet with the school health services and other regular meetings of the school
physicians and nurses. Board members and staff have attended meetings and conferences 1
of their respective professional associations related to public health.
Local boards of health have continued to show concern and seek information on the 1
vast amount of legislation enacted and proposed on the federal and state level as it affects
local boards of health and the public Recent legislation has classified the major rivers,
streams and tributories affecting public water supplies and has established regulations and
procedures to be followed as to their use and alterations by private or public agencies.
Mental health districts have been designated throughout the commonwealth to provide co-
ordinated facilities and services on a regional basis Medicare and Medicaid programs
continue to be amended on an expanded level to include more services and greater allowances
for services provided
The state health department has revised their mandatory immunization regulation
which previously required only smallpox vaccination for admittance to schools to include
diphtheria, pertussis, tetanus, measles and poliomyelitis immunization, unless excused for
religious or health reasons certified by proper authorities
Our existing policies and programs have to be reviewed on a continuing basis to
avoid duplication by other agencies and to evaluate the need for public health service on the
community level and to assure that the objectives of the board of health are achieved
Board of Public Welfare
The Lexington Public Welfare Agency administers five categories of assistance, 1
namely medical assistance, old age assistance, disability assistance, aid to families with
dependent children and general relief. The first four categories are commonly known as
"federal" programs of assistance inasmuch as the federal government provides a major
share of the expense of these federal programs
Of the total caseload, 98 percent receive assistance under one of these programs
Five Year Trends in Public Welfare Administrative Expenses
1963 1964 1965 1966 1967
Personal Services 8,028.00 8,121 00 8,500 00 8,781 00 12,497 00
Expenses 740 44 564 80 625 00 625 00 625 00
Staff as of Dec 31 4 4 4 4 4
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Cases, Expenditures, Reimbursements and Net Cost
Reimbursements
Cases Federal-State Net Cost
Category Aided Expended And Individuals to Town
1 General Relief 16 $ 7,854.74 $ 968 26 $ 6,886.48
Old Age Assistance 63 44,077 12 39,467 75 4,609.37
Aid to Families with
Dependent Children 34 53,760 12 38,461.22 15,298 90
Disability Assistance 7 5,650.81 3,958 08 1,692 73
Medical Assistance 246 217,465.73 173,695 54 43,770.19
Administration 5 29,730.11 22,352 99 7,377.12
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General relief accounts for two percent of the caseload and is taken care of by the state
and local funds
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sistance and to abolish local offices and establish fifty community centers around the state
r This is to go into effect July 1, 1968. It is not known when the local offices will close and
when the community centers begin to operate,
� Medical assistance category has advanced rapidly this past year and is under much
discussion as to the availability of funds to carry on in its present form Many cities and
towns have had to ask for additional appropriations to carry them through the year and the
budgets for the coming year show a great increase over the present year. Most of the ex-
pense is for dental and medical care for children under twenty-one years of age whose
r parents, according to the exemptions set forth by the state department of public welfare,
E are unable to care for these expenses Two hundred and thirty-four applications were made
to this office from June 1, 1967 through November, 1967, with approximately fifty percent
Cof them being eligible
Old age assistance is designed to assist needy persons sixty-five years of age and
` over who have resided in the commonwealth for one year immediately preceding the date
of application, to remain in their own homes or the homes of children or others and care
for their own needs. Federal pays $50 00 per case per month, the state pays seventy per-
cent of the balance and the town pays the remainder.
Disability assistance is designed to care for persons from eighteen years of age
to sixty-five years of age who are disabled and who may remain disabled for six months
or more The state medical review team has the final say as to the eligibility of the dis-
abled person. Federal pays $50.00 per case per month, the town pays twenty-five percent
and the state pays the remainder, if any.
Aid to families with dependent children is designed for the care and support of
t children who have been deprived of parental support by reason of the unemployment of the
bread-winner or by the death, illness, divorce, separation or desertion of the parent or
parents Primarily, it is designed to keep the children in the home rather than to be placed
in an institution. Federal pays $22.00 per eligible person per month, the state pays thirty-
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General relief is the one assistance program administered by the board of public 1
welfare which is locally controlled. This assistance is given needy persons who do not '
qualify for one of the federal programs or are in need of immediate assistance while await-
ing approval for one of the federal programs. The state pays twenty percent of the total
amount spent and the town pays the balance 1
All medical expenses incurred under any of the four federal programs are paid for
under the medical assistance (Medicaid) program and reimbursed to the town in the amount
of fifty percent by federal, sixty-six and two thirds of the balance by the state and thirty-
three and one third by the town 1
It is again difficult to ascertain, with any degree of accuracy, what the future holds 1
in store for welfare programs. No doubt changes will be made in the administration of the 1
programs but when they will be made or what they will consist of is not known at this time.
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Lexington Housing Authority plans to complete the construction of William Roger
p Greeley Village . . . . 100 low-rent apartments for the elderly . . . . ready for occupancy by
late summer, 1968.
Construction of the 100-apartment development started last August It had been origi-
nally anticipated (1966 Annual Town Report) that William Roger Greeley Village would be built
in two phases. first, 48 apartment units and the community building, and subsequently, 52 ad-
ditional apartment units. Unit costs as bid for the first phase proved too high, and the total
development was accordingly re-bid.
I William Roger Greeley Village consists of 26 buildings, 22 of which are structured in
Cpairs of four apartments each, three are separate and contain four apartment units, and the
last building is the community building The community building will contain the offices of
Lexington Housing Authority, a maintenance shop and laundry facilities on its first floor, the
upper floor is for relaxation and social functions.
Dwellings are planned for single and double occupancy. Dwellings for two persons may
p be occupied by the following combinations• (a) A married couple, (b) Two men or two women,
(c) A brother and a sister, and (d) An eligible tenant and a necessary non-elderly person
To be eligible for admission, a person must meet all of the following requirements.
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in the armed forces of the United States and who has been honorably dis-
charged and providing application has been made for citizenship), and i
after May 15, 1957 aliens eligible to receive Old Age Assistance.
3, A person must be of low income . . . . annual net income less than the amount
necessary to enable that person to maintain decent, safe, and sanitary housing. ,
4 A person must be in need of good housing.
Temple E Scanlon is Chairman of Lexington Housing Authority. Other members of
Lexington Housing Authority are• Burton L. Williams, Vice Chairman, Albert W Hruby,
Treasurer, William A Melbye, Contracting Officer, and Joseph 0 Rooney, Assistant Treas-
urer. Officers are elected by the members and serve until the next annual meeting in April
1968 Executive Director for Lexington Housing Authority is Stillman P Williams, who is
also serving for the construction period as Clerk of the Works
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Activity in the office of the Lexington Veterans Benefits since January 1, 1967 through j
November 30, 1967 has increased over 1966 in all phases of its different departments. Also
this year there was a considerable increase made by the state office to the budget for re-
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The following table compares numbers of families aided, benefits paid, State reim- 1
bursements and net cost to the town during the last two years. 1
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Ordinary Benefits $ 10,627 26 $ 25,734.53 1
Medical 6,841 08 10,477.28
Fuel 1,120.60 3,288.99
Total Payments $ 18,588 94 $ 39,900.80 1
Reimbursement by State 9,294.47 19,850 40 i
Cost to Town $ 9,294 47 $ 19,850.40 1
Under Chapter 115 of the Massachusetts General Laws we have processed forty-nine
(49) applications This involves investigation by the Director of Veterans Benefits in Lexing-
ton and also by the state These investigations are of a continuous nature, if the recipient I
is on the rolls permanently The recipient of veterans benefits is eligible for ordinary
benefits and medical assistance set forth in the state directives of Chapter 115, therefore
each individual has to be checked out thoroughly to ascetain his or her eligibility.
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Five Year Trends in the Veterans' Benefits Office
1963 1964 1965 1966 1967
Personal Services 2,933.46 3,000 00 2,999.94 3,086 21 4,530 80
Expenses 10,915.88 9,941 89 10,337.41 18,751 93 34,424 52
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connected disability pensions for fourteen veterans and or their dependents, burial allowance
for nine widows, also under Title 1t38. We assisted a number of veterans to apply for as-
sistance for education under the new G I Bill
Part of this office's duties involve the grave registration, which requires recording
(t all veterans who are interred in Lexington cemeteries All graves are decorated on
Memorial Day, and inspected to see that they are in good condition There were twenty
veterans interred in 1967 Each grave received a flag, and if needed a headstone was filed
for
Bernard J. Belcastro, Director
Refuse Disposal Planning Committee
Pursuant to the vote of the 1967 annual town meeting the moderator, on May 16, 1967,
appointed a Regional Refuse Disposal Planning Committee consisting of three residents.
On May 18, 1967 this committee met with similarly appointed three-man committees
representing the towns of Bedford, Concord, Lincoln, Weston and the City of Waltham. Act-
ing upon the authority of the enabling legislation (General Laws, Chapter 50, Sections 44A -
44K) these committees voted unanimously to join together to form the West Suburban Regional
Refuse Disposal Planning Board, the duties of which, as prescribed by the enabling legislation,
are to investigate and study the methods of refuse disposal and to prepare an agreement for
submission to the participating communities.
At the special town meeting held inJune, 1967, the sum of $3,000.00 (the maximum al-
lowable under the enabling legislation) was appropriated as Lexington's share of the expense
of the board A like sum was appropriated by each of the other communities, making a total
sum of $18,000 00 that became available for the board's expenses.
Upon its organization, the board voted to create four committees as follows. (1) En-
gineering, (2) Site Selection, (3) Finance, and (4) Legal These committees meet at the call
of their respective chairmen, and the full board meets on a regular basis at least once a
month to receive and discuss the reports of the committees.
Initial investigations by the engineering committee indicate that unless an inordinate
amount of volunteer time can be devoted by board members to the studies and investigation
required, it will be difficult for the board, with a limited budget of $18,000 00, to suggest a
solution accompanied by plans and back-up data for the refuse disposal problems of the re-
gion. Accordingly, initial application for a grant of $36,000.00 from the U.S Department of
Health, Education, and Welfare was made in August of 1967.
This application was rejected in November 1967 without prejudice to the right of the
board to re-apply. At its November meeting the board voted to re-submit its application for
these funds to aid in its study and investigation To date, the appropriated funds have been
kept intact.
It is anticipated that the earliest likely date for submission to the participating com-
munities of a final report with detailed plans and a draft agreement will be the Spring of 1970.
Arnold B Briggs Richard H. Soule
William R. Whalon, Chairman
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The Cemetery Commissioners submit their Annual Report for the year 1967.
Colonial Cemetery. In addition to the periodic cutting, trimming and raking, several
damaged fence rails were repaired and one diseased tree was cut down and hauled away to
the town dump.
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Robbins Cemetery• This cemetery received the regular cutting and raking and in
/' addition, many old headstones were straightened
Westview Cemetery• Forty graves were tamped, loamed and seeded Twenty-seven
sunken graves were raised, loamed and seeded The pine trees along Bedford Street showed
much improvement with a great deal of new growth evident The mulching program started
in 1966 is beginning to pay off The benches were repaired and painted before being set out
this Spring Approximately four hundred new graves have been staked out in the Vale of
t Rest section and a similar number in the Sunnyside section The backhoe has been used in
the rear of Sunset pushing back the top soil and leveling off in preparation for an extension
in this area A section was set aside for baby burials in the Sharay Olam section Grading,
loaning and seeding was necessary in order to prepare this area Several yews were re-
moved from the Sunnyside section and planted in the Sunset section, where shrubbery was
needed The department also planted two dogwood, one red maple and a flowering crab.
Munroe Cemetery. Seven monuments, upset by vandals, were placed back on the
foundations Fifteen sunken graves were raised, loamed and reseeded Weed killer was
applied to all the gravel roads within the cemetery to try to keep the weeds under control
Lexington Cemetery Commisioners
EJames L. Grant, Chairman
John C Graham James R Sherman
Five Year Trends in the Cemetery Commission
(*Includes One Part Time Employee)
1963 1964 1965 1966 1967
Personal Services 37,000.00 38,500.00 40,130 67 42,589 99 44,772 01
Expenses 5,645 88 5,728.00 4,367.71 4,949 46 12,073 85
Staff as of Dec 31 7 7 7 7 7
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The magic word that winged wonder starts,
The garnered wisdom that has never died.
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From the Facade of the Brooklyn Public Library
Cary Memorial Library
"The number of books is uncommonly large and exceedingly well chosen. . . .frequenters
of the library. . . .thronged the reading-room, and kept the young lady at the desk incessantly
busy recording the books they borrowed and returned."
Thus runs a description of Cary Library written by William Dean Howells in 1882
prior to the publication of A Modern Incident which established his reputation as the leading
American novelist of his era, and which was probably written in part at Cary Library. It is
a description of excellent library service.
Through the foresight of many citizens and trustees "consisting of the selectmen, the
school committee, and the settled ministers of the town for the time being," Lexington has
continued to enjoy excellent library service to the present, a fact to be commemorated next
year, 1968, the centennial of the town's acceptance of Maria Cary's 1868 founding gift of
$1,000. A centennial committee of citizens, trustees and advisory board members under the
chairmanship of Mrs. Shirley Stolz has begun to plan the celebration of this important event
in the town's intellectual and social history.
Although we will pause to celebrate a proud past, the present and future of library
service should be of even greater concern to the town. Several innovations in circulation and
book processing procedures -- photographic charging machines and a mechanized book-order
file -- were initiated this year after town meeting approval. This equipment has given the
library the capacity to handle an increasing volume of activity without the present necessity
for an increase in regular staff size
Other important 1967 developments include the building of back files of periodicals
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on microfilm with the use of state aid funds, and a renaissance of children's library service
under the able direction of our new Supervisor of Children's Services, Mrs. Rita Aberbach.
Periodical indexing and copying services have been improved; together with the developing
microfilm collection this means we are now able to offer better reference service in this in-
creasingly important area of library research
Service to children is taking into account Lexington's well-developed system of school
libraries which allows it to be primarily directed toward serving the individual needs of all 1
children rather than responding to book needs generated by the recurring needs of the cur-
riculum. These services are primarily recreational and motivational, but also include assist-
ance on special assignments. Services to pre-schoolers and pre-school story hours are also
being emphasized
The future needs and program of the library are outlined in a survey "Challenge of
Excellence" by Kenneth Shaffer, Director of Simmons School of Library Science, which was
submitted to the board in 1966, and has been under discussion during the year The cardinal
recommendation of this report is the long-term development of a strong book collection that
will nearly double in size during the next twenty to twenty-five years
Although the survey does not include a building program, it strongly recommended
that one be drawn up as soon as possible in order that the library might continue to expand
and meet "the challence of excellence." Accordingly the expansion needs of the library are
currently being studied by the library staff.
Professor Shaffer estimated that the projected size of the collection and supporting
services will require an addition nearly the size of the present structure. At the present rate
of growth, there will be a critical shortage of shelving space by 1971. This information has
been passed on to the capital expenditures committee so that the library's needs can be con-
sidered in relation to over-all town planning. Our book stock (118,454 vols. or 3.8 per capita)
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f is relatively small for the heavy circulation (13.3 per capita) in Lexington. Expansion would
be mandatory even without the expected increase in population during the next twenty years.
/ The present appropriation is $7.11 per capita The most important expense item is
books and related library materials. The appropriation for this in 1967 was $30,685, to this
has been added $17,000 out of an estimated $20,000 in trustee funds, and $6,923 in state aid,
f` for a total of $54,608 That is, twenty-two percent of the library's total budget is for new
books and related materials. The minimum standard for communities the size of Lexington
for purposes of state aid is thirteen percent. That the library exceeds this figure by mne
percent is a measure of its effectiveness in supplying library service to the town
Five-year Trends in the Cary Memorial Library
1963 1964 1965 1966 1967
Personal Services 110,007 89 132,891.40 143,377.10 144,001.11 154,180.20
Expenses 46,479.81 55,489 69 51,920 21 57,664.59 66,650.86
Staff as of Dec. 31 18 23 23 23 24
Cary Lecture Committee
The thirty-ninth annual report of the Cary Lecture Committee covers the 1967-1968
season and the period of months from November through April. Provided under the wills of
Elizabeth Cary Farnum and Susanna E. Cary, the current series includes five programs
"Africa and the West - A Frustration and a Hope" was the title of the first lecture
given by Dr James H Robinson, executive secretary of Operation Crossroads - Africa, Inc.
of New York An edifying and stimulating address dramatized the increasing importance of
Africa in the world's economy and society in the years ahead
The second program was "Amahl and the Night Visitors" and skillfully portrayed by
nearly 100 school youth of Lexington during two evening performances on December 8 and 9.
The program was directed by Mr. Paul Ciano and Miss Louise T. Cavalieri of the Lexington
school system.
The third program on January 19 featured Dr. Arturo Arnaiz Freg, professor of his-
tory at the University of Mexico and president of the Society of Mexican Historians. The il-
lustrated lecture featured the history culture and people of Mexico with reference to Dolores
Hidalgo, Lexington's "Sister City." The program was arranged in cooperation with the Lex-
ington Sister City Committee in affiliation with the People-to People Program.
Another original program in the Cary Series is scheduled for March 16 in cooperation
with the Cambridge Opera Workshop, Inc "Deceit Outwitted" a comic opera in two acts by
Joseph Haydn (1773) and its performance is believed to be a New England premiere
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The concluding event of the Series, "A Battleroad Festival" on April 20, is an evening
with our heritage and music in cooperation with the Concert Band of Concord, the Middlesex
Brass Quintet and the Acton Minuteman Company, with members of the Lexington Minuteman
Company serving as hosts. The event was planned as part of the Patriots' Day weekend in
cooperation with the Town Celebrations Committee.
The committee expresses its appreciation to Mr. Charles H. Cole, architect, and Mr.
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Dow Pickering, theatre consultant, for their assistance in appraising the condition of the Cary
auditorium stage in terms of its maintenance and facility for theatrical productions and their
recommendations for necessary repairs and alterations
The expenses incurred by the Cary programs are defrayed by appropriation from the
trustees of the Isaac Harris Cary Educational Fund
Charles E Parks, Chairman
Mrs. Frederick Frick Alford S. Peckham
Battle Green Guides
The 1967 tourist season for Lexington Guides was extremely active. Five new guides
were appointed and the total number of guides working on the Green for the season was eleven
The average of the combined work hours by the guides rose to thirty-seven hours per
day and in most cases there were guides available to the tourists when needed
Canada's Expo 67 did much to increase the activity on the Battle Green during the
season and kept those guides on duty busy.
The procedure of wearing name plates and Tricorne hats is still in effect as is the
interviewing of any prospective guides before they take out the examination papers.
The director made his usual daily calls at the Battle Green and is happy to report no
difficulties. I am sorry that it was not feasible to have a group picture of all of the guides
but the picture shown is representative of the fine young people who served last summer.
Leon A. Burke, Jr , Director of Guides
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1James F. Corr
1 Every police force is challenged with the increasingly difficult task of enforcing laws
and of combatting organized crime Stated in simple terms the basic needs are
1 An earnest dedicated staff, paid salaries and afforded working conditions which
insure holding good men and which permit a recruiting program competitive
with non-police job opportunities. Only by continually attracting young men of
high caliber, who want to make law enforcement their life work, can we maintain
the level of personnel competent to do the job.
2 A training program which builds a staff of professionals who are smarter than
the criminals that oppose them Effective police departments are developed slow-
ly, over the years. The great need is to keep ahead of our problems so that we
can cope with them as they evolve. To do this, the police department must be
kept staffed and trained in advance of actual need. It would be critically serious
if this building for future needs were not a basic part of the police department's
overall program
3. Sound administration and adequate facilities of equipment and of quarters to sup-
plement the efforts of good men carefully trained, a carefully thought out patrol
program which emphasizes mobility and fast action >n getting to pressure points
and which insures adequate patrolling at all other times
4 Implicit in all of this is an acceptance on the part of the taxpayers that if the force
is to be kept modern and if Lexington is to have the protection of people and pro-
perty to which the citizens are entitled the town must be willing to pay the cost.
We constantly strive for economy in our operation and for the elimination of fat.
We insist, though, that budget economies ought never forbid growth of the bone and
CHART 1
POLICE OFFICERS
TOWN OF LEXINGTON
INATIONAL AVERAGE *lc)MEN PEI? THOUSAND
I DEPAraT/v1ENT STRENGTH SHOULD BE 6O8MEN
SIE F SI C21ME 2EPOraTS 33,000
11 POPULATION TREND— _27920 43
17,335
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1955 '56 57 58 59 1960 '61 62 '63 64 '65 '66 '67
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b.45 '''-22.0r sinew needed to serve an increasing
3173 3240 3224 population and to handle law enforce-
2706 2609.7 — ment that is becoming constantly more
complex.
The year 1967 witnessed an +
increasing amount of serious crime
1956 '57 '58 59 1960 G1 '62 '63 '64 '65 e6 67 within the boundaries of Lexington as
LINE INDICATES POPULATION GIEOWTH can be seen from various charts
ESTIMATE * throughout this report Once again,
we ask for the eyes and ears of every
12 $23.07700 306731E citizen in our continuing effort to com-
A2REST bat these trends We are ever mind-
A22ESTS cLocrc ful that a police department can not I
9(TheEVERr3function properly without the assist- JINCLUDING SUMMONSES OUR5 $16.075.00 ance of its towns people
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FINES PAID BY DEFENDANTS' 59139 00 176' As can be seen from Chart #1,
54.00F.091313 the department made a long stride
1 forward when it was able to recruit
P73 1005 836 966 938 nine additional patrolmen from a
neighboring community as a result of
39556 special legislation. The effect of this
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port.
1956 '57 56 '59 1960 '6I '62 '63 '64 '65 '66 '67
ESTIMATE'IE We offer a demanding, inter-
esting, often exciting, sometimes
dangerous profession to the qualified
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young men who possess the talent and
ACCIDENT CLOCK integrity we cherish. We know that no
ACCIDENTS 9 3 matter what future technological ad-
INVESTIGATED-2EDO2TED 2.6 EVE 2Y vancements are made in the field of r
TO LEXINGTON POLICE 24 HOURS 926 930 9— police science, our most valuable J
En 866 — P73 — asset will always be the dedication
'73 794 — and competence of the men who serve
618 660 in our ranks.
610
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ass 484 — Recruitment is still a critical
problem in Lexington inasmuch as
only one man qualified for appointment
as a result of the state-wide civil
service examinations held in March of
1955 '56 57 '58 '59 1960 '61 '62 '63 '64 '65 G6 '67 1967. This is not just Lexington's
-71EESTIMATE problem but one of the entire state.
During 1967, for example, only 277
men qualified out of 992 who took the
examination for all cities and towns 1
VALUE OF P2OPE2TY 2EPO2TED STOLEN ANDRECOVE2ED in Massachusetts. These figures cut
INCLUDES BU2GLAQIES,AUTOTNEFT, LA2CEN1E5 ETC those of the previous year in half
With this in mind, we hope
I.STOLEN 02ECOVE2ED that the town meeting of 1968 will ap-
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prove our police cadet program as we
$162,911 9155,000 feel that Lexington needs to take this
x103721* step toward inducing qualified young
579418 592,122 men to serve in our ranks. Under the
$64,694
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I program, high school seniors will be selected to attend Northeastern University. This effort
is geared to the needs of the future in a society that becomes increasingly more complex.
During 1967, our officers were trained in proficiency with the polygraph, the breath-
alyzer,' the resuscitator, and in other related scientific areas of law enforcement and public
safety. From schools and training sessions in New York, Illinois, and many parts of Massa-
chusetts, they brought back outstanding records of accomplishment in police education. But
passing their knowledge along to other members of the department became an awkward task
due to the varied working hours of our men For this reason, among others, we are planning
an in-service training program around a video-tape replay system which will extend the class-
1 room far beyond its current limits. One of the most important tasks which a police adminis-
trator must face is that of providing in-service training in areas that are constantly subject
to change. We place it in high priority for 1968.
The disturbing losses of past years put protection from house burglaries high on our
priority list for 1967. We had become well acquainted with the professional housebreaker
through experience and we knew that our only hope in dealing with him was through a more
effective system of patrol
And so, 1967 saw the division of Lexington's sixteen square miles into four quadrants,
each patrolled by a well-marked, radio-equipped police cruiser. We added a fifth cruiser and
manned it with a patrol supervisor who strengthened our defense in housebreak-prone neigh-
borhoods and served as a back-up man at the scene of accidents and other emergencies.
We have seen, from this added patrol, an encouraging reduction in housebreaks, but
we are, by no means, satisfied with the statistics. Eight hundred dollars represents the aver-
age loss in each case, and simple arithmetic will indicate that one additional cruiser has al-
ready given the town double its money's worth Our projections show a decrease in total
burglaries over last year by six. Thus, forty-eight hundred dollars would have paid for two
I additional cruisers instead of one. We are moving toward a goal of six patrol sectors. With
1967 C21ME CLOCKS OFFENSES KNOWN TO POLICE
12 12 (NOT INCLUDING T2AFFIG) 518�IE
OFFENSES 432 450 460
450 408
323
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1 4 EVE2Y 1 HOUSEBQEAK
241-10u1296 EVE12Y 28 DAYS
6 1962 63
'64 65 66 67
BUI GLA2Y 134 131 127*
119 128 f
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24HOU2S 2dHOu2S AUTO THEFT
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one patrol in each precinct, we would then be in a position to deal yet more effectively with
the problem.
The space age has given us a different kind of space problem. When our present 1
police-town office building was on the drawing board, someone forgot to think about 1967.
This year's clerical burden calls for an additional secretary, but without room for t
another desk, this will be impossible. Three desks already fill the office used by our detec-
tives, and we are wondering just where the fourth one will go. We have no adequate juvenile
detention facilities, our cell block is far removed from where it should be. Lack of space has
forced our fingerprint desk into a hallway already cluttered with tables and chairs, and a base-
ment corridor is filled with the lockers of policemen who have no other place to store their
raincoats and boots.
As far as lost bicycles, stolen property, court evidence, spare tires, ammunition,
traffic signs, and practically everything else is concerned, you will find them in a room orig-
inally planned for the storage of office supplies. Our space problem is unlike that of our coun-
try. For us, there appear to be no new space horizons at 1575 Massachusetts Avenue
Sometimes minor incidents draw attention out of proportion to the overall scope of
departmental duties Such was the case in 1967 when some teen agers rebelled at enforce-
ment of town regulations regarding loitering. Muscle and bluster have no place in modern
police administration, patience and understanding certainly do. But if I concede these points,
I wish parents would as readily concede that easy family dicipline and modern permissiveness
condoned for young children are likely to breed problems of adjustment later on. When these
children become teen agers and encounter an outside-the-family world of laws, incidents
inevitably erupt. It would be a mistake for a police chief to permit teen agers to observe the
regulations they wished to observe and as flagrantly as they might disobey their parents, to
disobey the regulations they didn't like. If existing laws and regulations are regarded as too
stringent the proper course is for the town to amend them, not for the police department to
ignore them
Our purpose always, is to serve Lexington's 33,000 citizens with all the competence,
courage and integrity that we possess We look hopefully forward to a year of continued pub- 1
lic awareness of problems still to be overcome and of cooperation from all citizens in helping
meet those problems. To a town which has always refused to tolerate a second rate police de-
partment, we pledge our best efforts, as we have in the past, to provide Lexington with the
physical security and the peace of mind that can be afforded by no other agency. ;
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1964 249,637.17 21,600 57
1965 271,909 10 31,362 17 I
1966 291,550 45 48,262.12 1
1967 383,602.28 50,648.88
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The past year can be considered a "good" year for the fire department in the sense
that there were no major injuries to firefighters in the line of duty, there were some very
effective fast arrests of incipiently dangerous fires, and continued progress is being made in
improving the skills and equipment available to the department.
There were moments of anguish, however, loss of life in fire can never be rational-
ized, and complete loss of a structure to fire, although unavoidable, nevertheless represents
a defeat at the hands of the adversary.
Operations for the year involved about the same number and types of runs in the re- 1
cent past. Fortunately, the number of serious fires remained small as the combined result
of the nature of the structures and occupancies in the town, an active fire prevention program,
and quick detection and extinguishment in a number of cases. On ,
"In considering manpower at least one occasion the resources of the department were taxed
needs it is well to remem- to the limit in coping with a major fire, extensive use was made
ber that round-the-clock, of mutual aid apparatus from neighboring towns at the scene of
seven days a week staffing the fire and for covering Lexington stations during the emergency.
adds to 168 hours. With the Fire alarm system modernization is well underway with
present work week and al- the substantial completion of new watch room and fire alarm in-
lowing for sickness and Va- stallation at headquarters The balance of the project, which
cations, between three and involves splitting of existing overloaded alarm circuits and re-
four men are required on placing dangerously old portions of the alarm system wiring,
the payroll for every man will be spread over a number of years, but also is well started
�� with the splitting of one circuit, installation of a new cable on
on duty. Bedford Street from headquarters to Hartwell Avenue, and pre-
parations for making municipal fire alarm service available to
each of the industrial plants locating in the Hartwell Avenue area.
Building and equipment contribute no more problems than one can reasonably expect
with items that are in use twenty-four hours each day and are one year older. Constant in-
spection, maintenance and repair are the watchword. The department is nearing the end of
the post-war equipment acquisition cycle and, in addition, will need to consider additions of
auxiliary units as increasing amounts of work, which were formerly subcontracted, are un-
dertaken by department personnel
The department is equipped with three large first-line pumpers, first line aerial
ladder truck, rescue, two brush fire and general purpose pumpers, reserve aerial ladder
truck, ambulance, autos, and utility truck, and has in effect, the civil defense engine and
rescue in reserve.
Training is to manpower as maintenance and repair are to equipment. Typically for
a stand-by emergency organization, constant training is necessary to insure proficiency in
all of the skills required of the firefighter. During the year, Lexington officers and men re-
ceived special recognition for their performance in courses in advanced first aid as related
to operation of the ambulance, and basic and advanced firefighting and fire prevention courses.
Personnel include the fifty-one permanent members of the department and the ten
call firemen. The effective growth in manpower in the department has been static during a
period when the population of the town has increased by twenty-five percent
The shortage of on-duty personnel is becoming a critical problem, and the town must
Five Year Trends in the Fire Department I
1963 1964 1965 1966 1967 1
Personal Services 265,053 43 290,204 16 325,305.40 341,998 23 386,765 25
Expenses 42,763.20 30,111.13 35,451 67 33,225 59 35,348 77
Staff as of Dec 31 43 48 49 51 51
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` William P. Fitzgerald Walter F Spellman Fred C Bailey Stanley E. Robbins
be prepared to provide funds for growth in this area commensurate with the general expan-
sion of local activity. No amount of elaborate equipment can compensate for the lack of an
I alert, well-trained fire fighter, particularly in the area of rescue and safety of life.
In considering this problem it is well to bear in mind the requirement for seven-day-
a-week staffing, around the clock: 168 hours. With the present work-week, and allowing for
sickness and vacations, between three and four men are required on the payroll for every
man on duty at one of the stations.
and quick detection and extinguishment in a number of cases On at least one occasion the
resources of the department were taxed to the limit in coping with a major fire, extensive
use was made of mutual aid apparatus from neighboring towns at the scene of the fire and
1 for covering Lexington stations during the emergency.
Fire alarm system modernization is well underway with the substantial completion
t of the new watch room and fire alarm installation at headquarters. The balance of the pro-
ject, which involves splitting of existing overloaded alarm circuits and replacing dangerous-
ly old portions of the alarm system wiring, will be spread over a number of years, but also
is well started with the splitting of one circuit, installation of a new cable on Bedford Street
from headquarters to Hartwell Avenue, and preparations for making municipal fire alarm
service available to each of the industrial plants locating in the Hartwell Avenue area.
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. Five Year Trends in the Civilian Defense Office
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Personal Staff
Year Services Expenses as of Dec. 31 *
1963 6,658 61 6,916 09 1
1964 6,559 58 11,754 65 2
1965 7,323 38 10,664.20 2
1966 8,944.38 11,293 34 2
• 1967 8,861 66 8,189 02 2
Arthur E Burrell
*Part time staff converted to man-year equivalents
Work continued during 1967 on the development of the community shelter utilization
plans and natural disaster contingency plans. Supplies for a fourteen day shelter stay have
been prepositioned in buildings which provide shelter space for 25,749 Lexington residents
Additional shelter spaces up to a total of 48,547 spaces are available if needed.
A major development in the Lexington program occurred in August when the board of
selectmen created a separate civil defense advisory council and appointed the following mem-
bers. Dr. Howard, Kassler, Chairman; Irving Mabee, selectman representative, Robert
Farwell, school committee representative, Milton Bretscher, appropriation committee repre-
sentative; Robert Bittenbender, town meeting member; and Arthur E. Burrell. The duties of
the advisory council had been exercised in the past by the board of selectmen. The council is
authorized under the town's civil defense by-law to advise the selectmen and the director of
civil defense
In cooperation with the University of Massachusetts, the department of civil defense
conducted an Emergency Operations-Center Training Program in Cary Hall on May 25th. The
purpose of the exercise was to provide key town government personnel with experience in
large scale disaster operations and point out the vital need for close cooperation among all
participating activities. The exercise was rated a success by the University of Massachusetts .
instructors and turned into a true test during a driving storm when a large section of the town
lost its power and the auxiliary fire department was called in to provide emergency power for
the exercise.
A special town meeting in June restored part of the fund cut from the expense budget 1
in March and enabled the department to continue the operation of the warning system and to
re-schedule repair and maintenance programs that had been discontinued.
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John B. Byrne, Jr. Plumbing and Gas Inspector
Robert K Jeremiah Wiring Inspector
Mrs. Anne E. Miller Senior Clerk
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F what the inspection department problems are relative to the enforcement of the present
E local codes as delegated to the department I emphasize the word "local" because the past
year has seen a great deal of activity in the uniform code aspect of building and housing
codes, both on a state, regional and national level. Although this is something that we on
the local level play only a small part in formulating, the effect would be felt nevertheless
On the state level there are a number of proposals for a uniform state code One
committee headed by Senator Samuel Harmon is making a study under a special commis-
sion, another group comprised of people representing the New England states is working
on regional proposals. These groups are composed of people representing industry, the
building trades, manufacturers and representatives of the various building officials asso-
ciations
of New England, plus representatives of the legislatures
The most drastic and far reaching proposals for changes are on the federal level
Title VIII of the Low and Moderate Income Housing Act of 1968 (H R 12142) was introduced
in Congress on August 7, 1967, and is still pending
This provides that the secretary of the department of housing and urban development
shall develop and publish a national building code designed to permit the use of modern
architectural and engineering techniques in order to reduce the cost of housing
The requirement is for the agency to develop the code within one year after passage
of the act, and states that no community may receive "subsidy, aid or assistance" from any
agency of housing and urban development, unless that community has conformed to the uni-
form code within three years of its adoption or unless a variance has been granted by the
secretary of housing and urban development.
1Suchaid would include, but not be limited to sewer and water facility grants, open
space grants, urban renewal programs, and federal housing administration insurance
` At the present time we here in Lexington are using uniform codes that are state
wide in regard to plumbing and gas installations and electrical work We also, under
I Chapter 143, Section 3B, used the board of standards building code which applied to certain
public and semi-public buildings. These are all rather recent developments, and the trend
towards unification of codes is continuing, and as mentioned above has reached the federal
level
The enactment of uniform codes whether state, regional, and especially federal,
` always carries with them certain requirements relative to their administration Under the
Five Year Trends in the Inspector's Office
i 1963 1964 1965 1966 1967
I Personal Services 19,374 31 20,350 84 21,138 21 21,627 93 22,749.24
C Expenses 1,755 06 1,711 19 2,328 03 2 226 96
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federal housing code, for instance, the number of inspectors per thousand of population of
a community is spelled out.
What has developed in our educational, public welfare, and health departments would
without question apply in the building code enforcement field. These trends and the factors
involved are brought out here, because with code unification will come controls, and what
was once a strictly local matter will be an extended arm of another larger governmental +
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The Town of Lexington Contributory Retirement System, which exists under Sections i
1 through 28 of Chapter 32 of the General Laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, pro-
vides
for pensions and disability payments to all regular employees, except teachers, who
have their own plan. The funds of the system, which come from the five percent deductions
made from employees regular salary and wages are invested in securities legal for savings
banks in Massachusetts. In 1967, interest of 3 8 percent was credited to members accounts.
Each year, town meeting appropriates an amount of money to cover the towns share of retire-
ment allowances.
During 1967, the board of retirement held twelve meetings. Retirement records for
all new employees were initiated, withdrawals were processed for those who resigned, and
pensions were processed and paid for all who retired A cost of living increase was computed
and paid, in accordance with Chapter 408 of the 1967 Acts of Massachusetts General Court, for
all retirees who had retired prior to December 31, 1964.
George P. Morey, Chairman
Walter F. Spellman Richard M. Perry,
Ex-Officio
"The Money Tree"
Near 1303 Massachusetts Avenue stands an
elm tree, which cut uown, would permit
sr widening the street to conform to state
specifications thereby qualifying the
;� - highway for state assistance in reconstruc-
tion costs. The hitch The tree was of
Yr singular beauty and was there when the
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men on the Common in 1775.
The warrant article relating to this deci-
sion was roundly debated in the 1967
town meeting and resolved in favor of fore-
going state aid and of sparing the tree.
Perhaps that says something about
Lexington's attitude toward aesthetic and
ti historical values, as opposed to material
values, as seen by town meeting members 1
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/ The superintendent's report will elaborate on the successful implementation of the
kindergarten program, further work on the dilemma of the slow achiever and the under-
achiever, our several federal-aided programs, and on the need for a third junior high school
II These represent significant areas of attention by your school committee during the past year.
In many ways 1967 was a year of review. Critical reviews of administration salary
levels, the guidance program, the summer reading program, the elementary french program,
and work with bright underachievers were some of the items considered.
1This is a community with enormous and varied talents. Our fellow citizens have been
generous in their offers of assistance to the school system, and in May a procedure for fur-
I ther utilization of such talent was formalized. The school committee adopted a set of guide-
lines for the appointment and functioning of citizens advisory committees which will be very
helpful in the future. The first of these committees was appointed in the fall to consider the
issue of vocational and technical education and its implications for Lexington. That committee
is now at work and we are confident that its findings and recommendations will be of value
Our greatest opportunity may lie in the area of collective bargaining, which was made
mandatory by the Acts of 1965 A considerable amount of time was required for this function
during the year, and we expect to sign a contract with the Lexington Education Association
early in 1968 This contract will, in general, formalize relationships which have existed for
some time.
Those continuing relationships are in many ways unique, and therein lies the oppor-
tunity for leadership in a period when there is so much evidence of dissent nationally among
this group of public employees. The mutual efforts of your school committee and our excel-
lent, highly motivated professional staff can set an example for others to follow in this sensi-
tive area.
With the continued support of our staff and an interested, vigorous citizenry, we hope
to make further progress toward our goal of the fullest possible development of each child in
the system.
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1 Robert H Farwell, Elizabeth H Clarke, Secretary; Logan Clarke, Jr , Chairman, Vernon Page,
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On facing page• The first day at kindergarten.
Report of the School Superintendent
In this, my fourth annual report as superintendent of your public
a , -. schools, I will discuss four major areas, 1) kindergarten, 2) the profes-
�; g � sional library, 3) the third junior high school, and 4) the slow achiever
report.
With the opening of the Bowman elementary school in September
we were finally able to house all pupils in grades K-6 (kindergarten through
sixth) in the elementary schools and to reduce to eight the number of
Rudolph J Fobert classes of thirty or more pupils.
At Long Last - A Public Kindergarten
In September, 652 eager and enthusiastic five-year olds began their first public school
experience in kindergarten.
The curriculum which they are now enjoying was developed during the spring and
summer by a committee composed of the following persons• Drs. Gilbert Berry and Lester
Goodridge, Jr , Co-chairmen, Helen Evangelista, Harriet Furlong, Miriam Ivok, Sandra
Kavigian, Nancy Rosenthal and Lucille Turner.
In developing this new program, the members of the committee visited a number of
outstanding kindergarten programs in Massachusetts and other states, discussed the most
recent developments in early childhood education with recognized leaders at the university
level, reviewed the latest research findings, and attended state, regional and national con-
ferences on this subject. The goals of the program are stated primarily in behavioral terms
Specific activities are included in the guide to assist teachers in achieving these goals. Rec-
ognizing the special needs of five-year olds, the program is designed to begin the early lan-
guage development which is essential for success in first grade Many opportunities are also
provided for other cognitive learnings and for the social and emotional development of each
child. Teachers are encouraged to conduct activities in a climate which permits children to
express themselves freely and to experiment with their environment
As these five-year olds experience the new curriculum, our teachers are meeting
regularly to evaluate the logically developed program to assess its validity. They share
their observations and conclusions about the activities and suggest revisions for re-writing
the guide. Wherever possible their suggestions are being incorporated into the present guide.
In 1969 the total curriculum will be reviewed, analyzed and revised to make it more effective.
On behalf of the 652 children who are presentlenjoying this new opportunity, and the
thousands of children yet to come, we are grateful to the citizens who have given us the op-
portunity to add this important year to our public school system.
We shall do everything possible to make it an exemplary program.
The Professional Library
"If the explosion of knowledge has implications for the student, what are the implica-
tions for the teacher?"
Since arriving in Lexington one of my objectives has been to provide opportunities
for the personal and professional improvement of our staff. An effective way to achieve this
goal is to develop library resources which are specifically designed to meet their needs. In
1965, with the opening of the new student library, we were able to convert the former facility
into a library for professional staff With limited local funds we purchased books, magazines
and curriculum guides and studies to assist us in improving our curricula. We also bought
materials to help staff members who were engaged in graduate study or who were interested
in improving their teaching background and techniques.
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In 1966, under the auspices of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act, we
submitted and received a federal grant of $12,500 to develop our professional library into a
demonstration center for New England.
In 1967, we received an additional federal grant of $25,000 to further improve the re-
sources in this center. With the $37,500 we have been purchasing a collection of books and
I other materials for professional staff unmatched by any public school in New England.
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At present, the holdings include over 6,000 items from a variety of materials such as
books, pamphlets, subscriptions, films, film strips, microfilm, microfiche, transparencies
I and records We have also purchased the complete set of research abstracts from the Edu-
` cational Resources Information Center
The availability of these resources merely provides the opportunity for the growth
11 and development of our staff. To increase the use of these resources I appointed a faculty
advisory committee composed of Margaret Kinley, Clifford Baker, Alice Atamian, Lyn McLane,
William Read, Margaret Scrogin, Emily Page and Sara Jaffarian. This committee has been
I assigned the following tasks
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1. To assist in locating appropriate materials for the library.
2 To make the total staff aware of this library and develop
1 ways of encouraging every staff member to become a user
3. To suggest procedures which would facilitate staff use.
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I have been encouraged by early reports from our librarians on staff use of this fa- f
cility. Circulation figures indicate an average monthly use of 800 to 1000 titles, I
Miss Sara Jaffarian, Coordinator of Instructional Materials, is also working closely
with the Cary Memorial Library to coordinate our collection with theirs so that unnecessary
duplication will be avoided. This cooperation will permit us to offer a much wider selection
of materials for staff and community use We are presently serving a number of citizens who I
have a need for these specialized resources.
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During the next several years we will receive many visitors from New England and 1
other sections of the country who will be referred by the Massachusetts State Department of 4
Education and the United States Office of Education. We plan to demonstrate to them the value I
of including this type of facility in a public school setting.
A New Junior High School in 1971
Our projections based on the actual enrollments of October first re-affirmed the need
for an additional junior high school in 1971
These projections were similar to those developed independently by Metcalf & Eddy
and Eric T. Clarke The following trends were noted
1 Enrollments in grade one will continue to decrease resulting
in decreasing enrollments in grades one through six
2 Enrollments in grades seven through twelve will continue to
increase through 1973.
3 There will be approximately 3000 or more pupils in grades
nine through twelve from 1971 through 1975.
Since our high school was designed to house a maximum of 2700 pupils, the 3000 or
more pupils expected in grades nine through twelve will force us to move grade nine out of
the high school.
We considered and rejected the possibility of increasing the capacity of the high
school because of cost, availability of land, adequacy of heating plant, long-range enrollment
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1 forecasts, and other factors.
C The decision to build the third junior high school of 900 pupils expandable to 1200
was duetoour immediate and long-range need
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Immediate Need
During the past three years lack of classrooms have forced us to house some sixth
graders in the junior high schools and some eighth graders in the high school. The splitting
of a grade into two educational levels was an emergency measure to meet a building crisis,
and was never considered as a solution to our housing problems As an emergency measure
for one or two years, splitting a grade might be tolerated, but it is educationally undesirable
to continue with this temporary arrangement for long periods of time It is also undesirable
to plan a building program with the provision that pupils in the same grade will be assigned
to different educational levels.
Since it would require assigning annually some ninth grade pupils to the junior high
schools and others to the high school for a period of approximately ten years, we rejected the
idea of building a junior high school of less than 900 pupils Therefore, it was decided that
all pupils in grades seven, eight and nine would be housed in the junior high school buildings,
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Lexington's service organizations sponsored last September a luncheon for the teachers newly added to
the staff of the school system, That action bespoke pleasing recognition of educational values by the town's
businessmen and evidenced the community type of support which has helped advance the school program
The school committee is grateful indeed to the Lexington Chamber of Commerce, to the Junior Chamber
of Commerce, and to the Kiwanis, Lions and Rotary Clubs.
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The following illustrates the need for a 900-pupil junior high school.
Enrollments
Capacities Grades 7, 8 & 9
Muzzey Junior High School 700* 1970 - 2428
Diamond Junior High School 900 1971 - 2435
New Junior High School 900 1972 - 2383
Total 2500 1973 - 2300
1974 - 2270
*Reduced from 800 to provide for special facilities. 1975 - 2240
Long-Range Need - Phasing Out Muzzey
Eventually we must face the problem of phasing out Muzzey Junior High School How-
ever, at this time it was decided not to do this Recent alterations to Muzzey, plus a reduction
of the enrollment from 800 to 700, to expand the library and provide other special facilities,
will make Muzzey servicable through the 70's.
In planning the new junior high school for an eventual enrollment of 1200 pupils, we
have provided the opportunity to phase out Muzzey at a later date. According to the Metcalf &
Eddy projections at saturation (1985-90), the additions to both Diamond and the new junior
high school could provide the expanded capacity for enrollments in grades seven, eight and
nine in the 80's
Unless there is an unexpected increase in the birth rates, which have been decreasing
steadily since 1960, or significant increases in the number of children per dwelling, we should
be able to convert Munroe into a school administration building in 1972 and phase out Hancock
in 1973. 111
We have developed the educational specifications for the building which have been
approved by the school committee As with Bridge and Bowman, the instructional materials
center is the heart of the academic building. We have also begun to describe and define the
types of functions which will be conducted in the school. Visits to schools in other parts of
the country have convinced us of the open access concept of the instructional materials center
to related classrooms. We are working closely with the architect and the new permanent
school building committee to provide the number and types of spaces which will facilitate the
educational program.
In March of 1968 the permanent school building committee will request $125,000 to
develop final plans and specifications for this additional junior high school.
The Slow Achiever - A Progress Report
In 1966, I appointed a committee to study the status of children classified as slow
achievers. More specifically, the committee was directed to 1) review basic research find-
ings on slow achievers, 2) identify and describe the status, characteristics and needs of these
types of students in our schools, and 3) make recommendations to improve the educational
opportunities for these children.
The committee of Dr. Constance C. Murray, Chairman, Marcia Berg, Bertrand
Bouchard, Robert Davenport, Patricia McSweeney, and Margaret Llewellyn-Jones produced a
200 page report which we are using to develop new programs and activities for slow achievers.
In considering the alternatives, we discussed and rejected the notion of mounting a
standardized systemwide program in which slow achievers would be grouped together at each
level. We decided to make the staff aware of the characteristics and needs of these children'
and to assist each school in designing its own program.
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During the year the principals and staff of our elementary and secondary schools
developed 41 activities and services specifically designed for slow achievers. The activities
ranged from a student-teaching-student project to a case study approach which involved a
team of teachers, administrators and specialists.
We have also continued the pilot class of 20 bright under-achievers which we organ-
ized in 1965. Mrs. Anne Harvey, who taught the class in 1965, has returned to assume this
responsibility. As a result of the information we have acquired through working with and
studying the learning patterns and other characteristics of children in this class, we have or-
ganized a second class of younger bright under-achievers under the direction of Miss Judith
Wiggin who taught Mrs. Harvey's group in 1966
The most encouraging feature of this focus on slow achievers is the enthusiastic re-
sponse from teachers, specialists and principals. I am especially pleased with the creative
types of materials, approaches and techniques they have produced.
During the next year we plan to assess the effectiveness of these programs and dis-
I seminate the more promising ones to other schools in Lexington.
We will continue to work in this area with the hope of providing these children with a
more successful and satisfying experience in school.
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No. of
Location Principal Opened Classrooms Additions
Adams School
739 Massachusetts Avenue H. William Geick 1913 16 1931
Bowman School
Philip Road William D. Perkins 1967 23 - -
Bridge School
55 Middleby Road Dr. Lester E. Goodridge, Jr. 1966 23 - -
Joseph Estabrook School
117 Grove Street Leo A. Cohen 1961 23 - -
Fiske School
34A Colony Road Augustus W. Young 1949 19 1954
Franklin School
7 Stedman Road Mrs. Ethel B. Bears 1931 18 1956
Hancock School
33 Forest Street William C. Terris 1891 8 - -
Harrington School
146 Maple Street Donald E. Johnson 1956 20 1958
Maria Hastings School
2618 Massachusetts Avenue Dr. Gilbert W. Berry 1955 20 1958
Munroe School
1403 Massachusetts Avenue Miss Margery McKenney 1904 10 1915
Parker School
314 Bedford Street Miss Hilda L. Maxfield 1924 13 1950
William Diamond Junior High
99 Hancock Street John M. Hibbard 1959 30 - -
Muzzey Junior High 1926
1475 Massachusetts Avenue Santo L Marino 1902 30 1958%
Lexington Senior High 1956
251 Waltham Street Charles C. Johnson 1953 ** 1964
1965
* Renovated
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- - As of October 2, 1967, the total number of Lexington children attending school,
grades K-12, was 9,613.
- - Of this total, 9,110, or 94.8 per cent, were enrolled in the Lexington Public Schools.
- - Total professional staff of the Lexington Public Schools (Administrators, principals,
department heads, coordinators, specialists, classroom teachers) numbers 592
256 or 43.2 per cent have a master's degree
93 or 15.7 per cent have 30 hours of graduate study beyond a master's
7 or 1.2 per cent have a doctorate
- - Of the 1967 Lexington High School graduating class of 508,
359 or 70 per cent went on to further education
246 or 48 per cent went on to four-year colleges
- - Sixteen Lexington High School students were semi-finalists in the 1967-68 National
Merit Scholarship program, and 27 more received commendation.
- - The current staff-pupil status of the Lexington Public Schools is as follows
ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS
1 Staff Number Enrollment Staff-pupil Ratio
1 Principals 11 5150 1.468
1 Classroom Teachers (1-6) 179 4462A 1 24.9
Kindergarten Teachers 16.5 652 1 39.5
Special Class Teachers 5 36 1.7.2
Art Specialists 9 5150 1.572
Music Specialists 9 5150 1.572
Phys. Ed. Specialists 9 5150 1.572
Instructional Mat. Sp. 9 5150 1.572
Reading Specialists 6 5150 1.858
French Specialists 9 3104B 1.345
Science Specialists 4 5150 1 1288
Math Specialists 3 5150 1.1717
ICounselors 9 5150
SECONDARY SCHOOLS (Enrollment 3960)
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Principals 3 1.1320
Assistant Principals 5 1.792
( Classroom Teachers 252 1.15.7
1 Instructional Mat. Sp. 6 1.660
Reading Specialists 4 1 990
Social Worker 1 1 3960
Counselors 14 1.283
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Town of Lexington Anoropriation
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Commonwealth of Massachusetts
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Salaries
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Operating Expenses
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Vocational Education
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Making Your School Dollar Make Sense
The accompanying pie charts present, in simplified form, a breakdown of the funds received in
1967 for support of the schools, and an indication of the relative amounts expended for the various
segments of the school budget. The following is a detailed accounting of actual revenue and
expenditures as of December 31, 1967.*
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Receipts
Chapter 70 School Aid
$810,406.40
Chapter 71 Transportation 135,853.96
Chapter 69-71 Special Education 79,151 00
Adult Education 1,890.00
Vocational Education Transportation 1,034.25
$1,028,335.61 13.1%
Federal Government
PL 874 $177,620.00
PL 864-III 9,886.84
PL 864-V 23,201.69
ESEA Title III
Performing Arts 8,180.00
Metco 19,844.80
$238,733,33 3.0%
Town of Lexington Approoriation
Personal Services
$5,498,754.00
Expenses 988,674.00
Out-of-State Travel 10,950.00
Athletics 74,586.00
Adult Education 11,340.00
Vocational Education 10,290.00
$6,594,594.00 83 6%
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{ Tuition, registration charges, and gate receipts
1 Adult Education $5,803.50
1 Athletics 9,633.13
E Miscellaneous Receipts 6,192.77
Tuition-Out-of-Town-Adult Education 216.00
Day School 4,285.58
1` $26,130.98 .3%
Totals $7,887,793.92 100.00%
* Not including special projects.
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Expenditures 1967
Personal Services $5,780,706 70 83.9%
Expenses 984,809.39* 14.3%
Out-of-State Travel 10,795.56 2%
Athletics 83,577.45 1 2%
Adult Education 18,378 09 .3% 1
Vocational Education 7,858.57 .1%
Totals $6,886,125.76* 100.00%
* Not including special projects.
In addition to these figures, all of the special projects described in the section on outside
resources involved total funding by the agencies with which the public schools are associated
Five Year Summary - School Budget
1963_ 1964 1965 1966 1967
Expenditures $4,285,687.73 4,758,439.76 5,454,886.65 6,131,722.10 6,886,125.76
-Transfers and
Receipts 91,999.78 66,066 72 213,540.24 371,056.75 359,026.41
-Income and
Reimbursement 462,011.51 450,298.24 464,969.60 556,122.90 1,037,139.96
Net Cost $3,731,676.44 4,242,074.80 4,776,376.81 5.204,542.45 5,489,959.39
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Lexington's Newest Elementary School
In September of 1967, the halls of Lexington's newest elementary school echoed
with the sounds of excited and enthusiastic students. The Bowman School was named for
the descendants of Nathaniel Bowman, who having left England in 1630, became one of
Watertown's earliest settlers. In 1649, he founded a homestead in present Lexington,
where two of his grandsons were important in the guidance and organization of the
town. From these two men came the descendants who devoted their lives to the leader-
ship and growth of Lexington. In 1901, Mrs. Sarah Bowman Van Ness gave the tract of
land on Pleasant Street known as Bowman Park to the town. Not far from this park
stands the new Bowman School.
Designed by the architectural firm of Clinch, Crimp, Brown and Fisher, the
Bowman School was built for flexible grouping and individualized instruction. General
contractor for construction of the building was Grande and Son. Educational specifica-
tions developed by Superintendent Rudolph J. Fobert and his staff, were approved by the
School Committee. In the designing of the school, the architectural firm worked closely
with the Standing School Building Committee.
In addition to the twenty-three regular classrooms, the Bowman School has a
music room; and auditorium-gymnasium; an all-purpose room which serves as cafeteria and
large group instruction area, an instructional materials center incorporating library,
faculty offices, and materials production facilities, a learning laboratory with facilities
for arts and crafts, and science, and an administrative, health and conference area.
Many classrooms have operable dividers for flexible grouping.
Of the total appropriation of $1,544,000, equipment costs were $115,000, and site
development cost $318,830. On September 7, 1967, the Bowman School opened its doors to
an enrollment of 625 students in grades K-6.
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1964 462,193.46 534,224 32 996,417.78
1965 476,473 84 501,830.54 978,304.38
1966 419,715 99 538,682.21 958,408 20
1967 480,775.33 555,006.05 1,035,781 38
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The year 1967 will go down as the one with the greatest number of internal changes
in the Public Works Department in a long time. John J. Carroll, superintendent for eight
years resigned as of August 14th to enter into a new career. The assistant superintendent
left the town to become superintendent of public works in a neighboring community. In the
fall of 1967, our assistant town engineer returned to school to further his education. During
I the summer of 1967, an Assistant Superintendent, Thomas Wenham was hired by the board of
selectmen.
The board of selectmen, during this period of time, as a further internal change de-
cided that the positions of superintendent of public works and town engineer would be divided
into separate positions rather than one man holding both In December of 1967, John J Mc-
/` Sweeney was hired as town engineer. Albert Gray, Jr,, Executive Assistant to the board of
selectmen was appointed as acting superintendent until a superintendent was hired
1, The beautification project for Lexington Center in front of the old Hunt Block and
Baker Block is at this writing practically completed with the exception of some additional
pedestrian lighting which will be installed in the spring.
The remodeling and additions to the town barn are again in the final stages of comple-
tion and the building is being put to good use by the public works department
I would like to cover briefly some of the activities of the department during the past
year.
Construction
Highways. During the past year the following streets were reconstructed under
betterments• Kendall Road, Laconia Street, Lake Street and Payson Street. The final sec-
tion of Massachusetts Avenue which included the famous "tree" was also completed. Massa-
chusetts Avenue has now been reconstructed from the Arlington line to Lexington Center.
Under our reconstruction projects, Blossomcrest Road was completed and Philip Road
started, - to be completed in the spring of 1968.
Sanitary Sewers• The sewer lateral construction program continued at its projected
l pace A total of $275,360,00 was approved at the annual town meeting for this work. In addi-
tion, to keep up with the demand for trunk sewers, a total of $252,500 00 was approved for
trunk line construction. The lateral sewer was advertised in three separate contracts and
by the end of the year the work was 100 percent completed. The trunk sewers were designed
f during the year and the work will be completed in the spring of 1968. In addition to the usual
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lateral and trunk funds appropriated each year, an additional$250,000 00 was approved to take
care of subdivisions that are approved between town meetings. During this period, there were
three such subdivisions under consideration.By making the trunk lines available now the sub-
dividers will be required to install at the time of subdivision construction the necessary
lateral sewers. This will in the long run save the town many thousands of dollars by the ad-
vance planning
Storm Drains• During the year additional storm drainage was installed on Lowell
Street, just north of Haskell Street for a distance of about 300 feet. This has been a trouble
area for a long time Sections of Burlington Street and Grant Street storm dra ns were in-
stalled to correct flooding problems that have existed for a long period of time.
Water Mains. Funds were appropriated for the construction of a 12 inch water main
on Hartwell Avenue This project will be completed by the spring of 1968 Several small
mains were installed to replace old mains on various streets in town.
Sidewalks. As has been mentioned for a period of years, sidewalk installation re-
mains one of our more serious problems. The policy has been to construct sidewalks in
areas were children are required to walk to school and where certain traffic hazards exist.
Funds were provided for sidewalks to be built on Pleasant Street from Massachusetts Avenue
to Watertown Street, Middle Street from Lincoln Street to Marrett Road, Tufts Road from
Marrett Road to Phinney Road and a pedestrian connector from present walk to Philip Road.
The entire sidewalk problem is under study by the board of selectmen, public works depart-
ment and the planning board. The increase in traffic on many of the streets requires a long
look at the present policy as to its adequacy to meet current and future conditions.
Maintenance
Highways The highway division of the department maintains over 110 miles of ac-
cepted streets. in addition to this the department plows, sands and salts over 30 miles of
streets, accepted and unaccepted. Maintenance is a continual problem; each year over 4400
catch basins are cleaned of sand and other debris. The two street sweepers operated by the
department are in continual operation when weather permits. Sweeping is carried on during
winter months during good weather to prevent a build-up of sand on the streets which would
make the job that much harder during the spring clean-up. The department conducts two
types of street resurfacing, seal coating,which is a combination of asphalt and stone chips,
and the application of a bituminous concrete material. The resurfacing program is carried
out on a planned program each year so that we will gradually reach the point of resurfacing
all of our older streets. We have been having an increasing problem with vandalism of street
signs and other highway signs This creates an inconvenience for our citizens in addition to the
cost of replacing the necessary signs. I am sure you are familiar with the problems of snow
plowing and snow removal which must be carried on during the winter months The depart-
ment has each year been using an increasing volume of salt to attempt to keep the pavements
bare for the convenience of the citizens using our streets
Sewer During 1967 the town purchased a new type sewer cleaner. It is planned that
now the sewer cleaning program will be set up on a regularly scheduled basis In the past,
due to the lack of the kind of equipment, the sewer cleaning was done on an emergency basis
In the future this program will be carried on a regular scheduled basis throughout the year.
Water During 1967 a separate water division was created in the public works depart-
ment. This division now will have the sole responsibility for the maintenance of the water
system. Programs of improvements in maintenance procedures are being developed as
standard operating procedure. A program of installing remote reading meters in locations
that have been hard to obtain readings has been started It is planned that all new installation
will be of the remote reading type. Over a period of years, it is planned to convert all meters
to the remote reading type
Parks• All parks, playgrounds, recreation and conservation areas are maintained by
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the park division. The activity in this division has increased rapidly during the past several
years. During 1967 new basketball courts were added at Baskin Playground, Sutherland Road,
Center Playground, Adams School, new playgrounds have been added at Bridge School, Har-
rington School, Baskin Playground and, in the process of construction, play areas at Poplar
Street and Marvin Street One of the problems faced by the division is the need for additional
{ personnel which will be requested in the 1968 budget. The planned expansion of recreational
activities in town will require an increase in personnel if we are to maintain our recreational
grounds the way they should be for the benefit of all citizens. The maintenance of the athletic
field for the school program is our responsibility and these programs are expanding each
year. During snow time the members of this division work with the highway division, plowing
and sanding the various streets in town. After a storm the park division takes care of the
skating areas and other winter recreational areas.
Trees. The biggest problem faced by this division is the lack of equipment to do an
adequate job There are thousands of trees in Lexington in need of pruning. Again this year
we are requesting an aerial sky bucket to speed up this process. One of the best methods of
keeping our trees healthy is adequate pruning, which we are not in a position to do now.
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above report. This division works closely with all other divisions of the public works depart-
ment supplying them with all necessary engineering data to permit proper construction and
maintenance. The type of work done consists of establishing grades, streets lines, construc-
tion drawing and easement surveys, just to mention a few. It would be impossible for the
public works department to operate efficiently without the aid of the engineering division.
One thing that has become apparent during the year is the lack of personnel to carry on ef-
fectively all the functions of the division. Because of this lack of personnel, a great deal of
the engineering work had to be referred to consultants. The budget request for 1968 will
carry a request for additional engineering personnel so we may do a greater variety of en-
gineering work within our own organization. The division works very closely with the plan-
ing director and the planning board regarding all new subdivision and reviews all the plans
submitted and renders a report to the planning board containing its recommendation. All
{ assessors maps are brought up to date each year making all necessary changes
The Future — What Does it Hold?
The thing that certainly we can see is the need for additional personnel to carry out
the proper functions of the department The 1968 budget will contain a request for additional
men for the various divisions of the department, vehicle maintenance, park and tree division,
highway division and engineering division The volume of work, as with most growing organ-
ization, is increasing each year and we must move with it. Each year we add new streets,
sewers, water mains and equipment. Several of the items discussed in last years report
have already been put into effect; a separate water division has been created and a planned
sewer cleaning program started. Now that the town barn is completed, it is anticipated that
all town vehicles will be maintained by the vehicle maintenance section of the department.
I am sure it is apparent to everyone that our traffic problems are increasing Studies
are being made constantly by the department as to ways of better handling the volumes of
traffic in Lexington. It is anticipated that during 1968 a portion of Adams Street from East
Street to the Burlington line, will be reconstructed under Chapter 90. Lowell Street from
Woburn Street to Maple Street will be put out to contract in 1968. This is the final leg of
Lowell Street to be done. We will recommend in the 1968 budget the continuance of providing
adequate street lights on streets carrying high volumes of traffic.
Problems faced by the public works department of several years ago are the same ones
we face today and will face tomorrow, but with adequate planning, a lot of hard work and co-
operation by everyone concerned, the challenge will be met.
Albert Gray, Jr , Acting Superintendent
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Permanent Building Committee
The permanent building committee was voted into being at the March 1967 town
meeting as a result of a proposal by the structure of government committee It was to be
available when authorized by town meeting in each instance, to handle on behalf of the town
the construction of school buildings and all other town buildings and recreational facilities
and additions or alterations to same, including original equipping and furnishing. At that
time, the school committee designated the new planning building committee to build a pro-
posed junior high school. Initial funds were appropriated by town meeting for that purpose
The permanent building committee, consisting of five members and two non-voting
members representing the using authority, has been at work since last June. It has hired a
firm of architects for the junior high school and preliminary plans are now complete so that
final plan and specifications funds can be requested of the March 1968 town meeting. Mem-
bers of the committee include Thomas Taylor, Charles Spaulding, Mark Moore, Barbara
Harvell and Robert Hargrove, Chairman. John Barnaby and Mary Louise Touart are school
committee appointees to the committee.
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flying on the Battle Green was photographed from the top of a fire department
ladder truck The photograph had world wide distribution through the Associated
Press, the United Press, the Armed Service Overseas News Service and the Air
Force News Service
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Increased Valuation
I The increased valuation for 1967 over 1966 is $8,358,650, which is the greatest increase
in the history of the town. This increase is due to two sources, first the increase in research
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and development facil ties and secondly, the increased value in the new dwell>ngs By years
the increase from 1962 to 1967 is shown below:
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169,279,
I 1963 1965 179,091,350 1967 192,651,950
Revenue Raised
h This year, the assessors committed to the tax collector the following revenue to be
collected.
Real Estate $ 8,615,917.80
Personal Propert
438,723.85
956,570.43
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Farm Annual Excise 44.38
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Betterments and Interest 123,784 93
Total $10,135,021.39
The total cost of operation, to run the town for 1967, was $13,748,752 38, which indi-
cates $3,613,730.99 comes from other sources.
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L. to R — William L. Potter, F William Smith, Willard73 P Grush, Chairman, Cornelius P Cronin, Clerk
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other communities where government or college property of high value is located.
In Lexington, the valuation of exempt property owned by the United States Government,
the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, the town, churches and parsonages, charitable corpora-
tions, schools, and the county, is $49,647,400 or 20.3% of the grand total
The new Minute Man National Park has taken 100 acres out of taxation and many build-
ings were moved off the land, some of them to other sites in the town
Ten Highest-Paying Taxpayers
Assessed
The ten highest-paying taxpayers are• Valuation
1. Boston Edison Company $5,642,600
2. Raytheon Company 4,275,200
3. Itek 3,775,400
4 New England Tel. & Tel. Company 2,221,700
5. Kennecott Copper Company 1,732,600
6. Emerson Gardens 1,009,050
7 Capt. Parker Arms 989,750
8. Mystic Valley Gas Company 958,900
9. Systems Development Corporation 682,850
10. The Burroughs Corporation 621,400
Tax Rate
The tax rate is fixed by the assessors, after the March annual town meeting has ad-
bourned
The tax rates, since the revaluation program in 1962, are shown below•
1962 $39 80 1964 $38.60 1966 $43.60
1963 38.80 1965 44.00 1967 47.00
Lexington's experience in higher taxes is a universal trend throughout the Common-
wealth and other states.
Exemptions
Exemptions from taxation, for certain persons who qualify, have long been allowed in
Massachusetts.
In addition to the exemptions allowed to veterans, a recent law allows persons over 70
years of age, whose property is assessed for less than $20,000, and whose income, if single,
does not exceed $4,000, and if married, not over $5,000 for the preceding year, to have an
exemption of $350 off their real estate tax bill if they have lived in Massachusetts for ten years
and owned property for five years consecutively. Other exemptions are allowed for certain
widows and blind persons.
Abatements 1
Abatements pertain to over-valuation of real estate and must be filed on or before
October 1st of the year to which the application pertains.
Five Year Trends in the Assessors' Office
1963 1964 1965 1966 1967
Personal Services 22,814.70 21,801 22 22,941 05 24,464 71 26,104.08
Expenses 22,193 45 2,802.97 2,755.29 2,397 58 2,542 19
Staff as of Dec 31 4 4 4 4 4
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Trustees of Public Trusts
Over the years, residents have bequeathed or donated to the Town of Lexington
sums of money to be held in trust, with the stipulation that the income earned on the funds
be used for a specified public purpose, usually one close to the heart of the donor
On January 1, 1968, such funds numbered thirty-one, with a total book value of
$3.72,092.42 . Five of these are charitable in nature,five related to parks and highway plantings,
six to scholarships, six to maintenance of specific cemetery lots, six to maintenance of
the common, and three are miscellaneous in nature
Prior to 1910, administration of these funds was loose, and the funds gradually be-
came co-mingled with the general funds of the town and were used to meet current ex-
penditures. In 1910, the town sponsored legislation permitting it to borrow sufficient funds
to restore these trusts funds to their original amounts The legislation likewise provided
that future administration of the trust funds be entrusted to a board of three citizens to be
designated "Trustees of Public Trusts." These three trustees, who serve without com-
pensation, are elected for six year terms, one of which expires every second year
I The town subsequently delegated to these trustees responsibility for administering
the perpetual care funds of the Westview and Monroe Cemetaries
The terms of the Bridge Charitable Fund provide for administration by three trus-
tees to be appointed for similiar staggered terms b7 the Board of Selectmen. The select-
men customarily appoint the most recently elected 'Trustee of Public Trusts" to the open
position The Bridge Trustees likewise serve without compensation
The trustees have the dual responsibility of making prudent investment of the princi-
pal of the trusts under their care and of scrupulously observing the instructions of the be-
quest or the town article which made the funds available.
The trustees meet about four times a year The town appropriates $400 00 annually
to cover administrative expenses, largely clerical
In investing the principal, they seek to obtain the highest return possible with due
regard for safety of principal and within the limitations imposed by law
In some cases, the narrow stated purpose of the bequest has created a serious prob-
lem for the trustees in making distributions of the accumulated income to eligible recipients.
Illustrative of this would be trusts established to "purchase such luxuries and delicacies for
the town poor as are not furnished them, and as shall tend to promote their health and com-
fort" or to be used "for the benefit of the worthy indigent men and women over sixty years
of age, American born, whether in the Almshouse or not."
These cases provide a good example of the effect of changing times, and the prob-
lems faced by donors in making bequests which the passage of time will not make obsolete.
George P Morey, Chairman
William R McEwen Gaynor Rutherford
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Appropriation Committee
Objectives of the Committee
Many people feel that the appropriation committee's function is to "hold the line" on
expenditures Such is not our function as we see it. As long as the expenditures are within
the capability of the town as far as finances go, and as long as the project is well planned
and conceived, and the town seems likely to get its money's worth" the position of our com-
mittee would probably be positive The elected officials — selectmen, school committee and
town meeting members — and the people they appoint, are responsible for the projects pro-
posed, the salaries paid, the buildings built and all expenditures of the town except those
dictated by state and federal programs of which Lexington is a part.
Among the responsibilities of our committee are the considerations of priority among
projects. As priority items in 1967 the appropriation committee favored such projects as
advanced planning and increased spending for sewers, a sharp increase in the number of
men on the police force, and higher salaries for town employees.
It has opposed on a priority basis land acquisition costs above a certain dollar amount,
new personnel in several departments and an increase in the amount spent for street con-
struction.
Cost of Government
One idea to be kept in mind when thinking of how Lexington's tax rate has changed in
the past few years, is the service nature of town government. All the functions of Lexington's
officials and employees are service in nature — water, police, fire, schools. None of them
produce goods.
Prices of services have risen sharply in the past ten years and it is often a good idea
to look at the Lexington tax rate in relation to other services. The following table is of in-
terest
Index - 1957-1959 = 100
Consumer Lexington All Medical
Year Price Index Tax Rate(a) Services Services Transportation
1955-7 95 75 94 92 93
1960 103 102 106 108 104
1965 110 131 118 122 111
1966 113 130 122 128 113
1967 116 140 128 136 116
(a) Figures prior to 1965 are estimates because of reassessment
Capital Expenditures Committee
The capital expenditures committee is charged with the responsibility of making a
five year projection of capital expenses, without the overall program itself being an undue
burden in any one year. These projections are for those "non-recurring" expenses, all as
differentiated from the annual appropriations, as determined by the appropriation committee
The capital expenditures committee has concentrated its efforts towards fostering
greater communication between the various groups that are planning long range programs
for the town. We submitted a tentative budget to these parties on December 1, in order to
give some insight into the financial implications of proposed projects It was our intention
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f that this budget would provide a guideline in the preparation of articles to be submitted tobthe
town meeting in 1968. This completed report is a
on subsequent discussions through late December
The capital budget presented is subject to further refinement as specific proposals
come into final form We believe, however, that the program outlined in the annual report
meets the needs of the town, and represents the maximum expenditure that should be approved
in 1968. Should there be any specific proposals presented to the town meeting which differ
substantially from the budget figures, the capital expenditures committee submits a supple-
mentary report to the town meeting at the appropriate time.
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L. to R. — Jack L. Mitchell, Van T. Boughton, Jr., Hugh M. Chapin, Chairman
Margaret F. Rawls, John F Cogan, Jr
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IFront Row, L to R — John H. Blaisdell, Donald R Grant, Frank T Parrish, Chairman,
Ruth F Souza, Robert M. Gary, Richard M. Perry, Comptroller,
Back Row, L. to R. — Milton H. Bretscher, Louis A Zehner, Edward E. Furash, George Kolovson
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Five Year Trends in the Accounting Department
n Personal Staff
Year Services Expenses as of Dec. 31
1963 13,885 37 1,443 50 3
1964 14,816 00 864.43 3
1965 15,511,99 1,687.71 3
1966 25,417.41* 1,948 92 4*
1967 28,334.77 1,438.49 6**
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** Payroll and check writing functions added 12/1/67) JI
The normal functions of the comptroller's department continued during the year 1967.
Over 14,250 vouchers were prepared in payment of services performed, or merchandise pur-
chased by the various boards, departments and committees With the division of the town
clerk and treasurer's office in December, the payroll check writing, employee earnings record
preparation and related monthly and annual payroll and tax reporting functions were trans-
ferred to this office. The preparation of checks in payment of town obligations was also in-
cluded in this transfer
The general financial records of the town were maintained and our annual audit of the
previous years accounting records was performed early in the year by the Commonwealth of
Massachusetts Bureau of Accounts Auditors. Financial statements and budget reports were
prepared monthly and distributed to all concerned A detailed classification analysis was
prepared of all town receipts and expenditures. Retirement records for all new employees
of the town were initiated, withdrawals were processed for those who resigned, and pensions
were processed and paid for all who retired. A cost of living increase was also computed and
paid for retirees who had retired prior to December 31, 1964.
In 1968 it is anticipated that this office will prepare over 22,300 payroll checks for
employees paid on a weekly basis, and over 20,500 payroll checks for those paid on a semi-
monthly basis. Based on past performances, we should process approximately 14,500 vouch-
ers and an equal number of checks in the settlement of these accounts. If past trends con-
tinue, we will no doubt be asked to furnish more reports and data, as current financial
information becomes a must in guiding the future progress of the town Changes in our payroll
check writing, budgeting and accounting procedures will be studied in a continuing effort to
streamline and improve our methods. It is anticipated that we will begin a study of the feas-
ability of using electronic data processing in an effort to cope with our increasing amount of
paper work.
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1 1967 Operating Statement
Cash on Hand - Jan. 1, 1967 791,634 43
rReceipts Expenditures
Taxes(Prop State&Farm) 10,655,127.90 General Government 1,091,645 30
Licenses & Permits 29,340 20 Protection of Per-
Fines 16,632 45 sons & Property 941,738 01
Gifts & Grants 1,219,682.74 Health & Sanitation 727,235.40
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Commercial Revenue Highways 1,
(State Income & Corp ) 1,082,093.38 Wel. & Vets. Benefits 395,405.95
Departmental 601,029 05 Schools 7,879,800.90
Public Service 496,881 01 Library 281,498 40
Cemeteries
32,573.45 Parks, Recreation
Interest 81,711 30 and Unclassified 316,575 42
Refunds 46,583 17 Pub Sery Ent 58,926 60
Bond Premiums & Interest 1,375.42 Cemeteries 54,627.63
Miscellaneous 55,714 90 14,318,744 97 Debt Services 1,600 832 40
Refunds 97,282.09
Miscellaneous 51,627 96
14,318,744 97 14,508,497 03
Cash on Hand - 12/31/67 601 882 37
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Total To To
Account Approp. Transfer Avail Expend. E & D 1968
Selectmen 48,192.00 3,250 00 51,442. 00 47,260 00 3,583 46 598.50
Town Clerk & Treas 34,948 00 -- 34,948.00 34,050.18 897 82 --
Trustees of Public
Trusts 400.00 -- 400 00 325.00 75 00 --
Board of Appeals 4,563 00 -- 4,563.00 4,095.04 467 96 --
Planning Board 22,440.00 -- 22,440 00 20,891 01 1,538.49 10.50
Insurance 136,000 00 12,912 27 148,912 00 148,606 24 306.03 --
Printing Town Rep 6,000 00 -- 6,000.00 5,548.39 451 61 --
Law 23,500.00 -- 23,500 00 19,046 01 52 39 4,401 60
Elections 7,939 00 -- 7,939 00 6,944.90 994.10 --
Board of Registrars 5,188 00 -- 5,188 00 3 283.53 1,904 47
Committees 11,050 00 425.00 11,475 00 10,449 28 1,025 72 --
Recreation 31,900.00 -- 31,900 00 31,868 61 31 39 --
Collector 24,829 00 -- 24,829.00 24,786 30 42 70 -- 1
Comptroller 41 164.00 330.00 41,494 00 41,470 96 23 04 -- J
Assessors 30,476 00 -- 30,476 00 28,829.02 1,646.98 --
Health 25,975 00 2,213 02 28 188.02 27,266 81 711 21 210 00
Dental Clinic 8,220 00 -- 8,220 00 5,708 23 2,511.77
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Police 451,165 00 400.00 451,565 00 437,315.37 14,031.63 218.00
Dog Officer 1,550 00 -- 1,550.00 1,476.28 73 72
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Fire 430,871.00 -- 430,871 00 423,293 21 2,469 12 5,108 67
Civil Defense 18,225 00 -- 18,225 00 17,275 68 949.32 --
Inspection 29,484.00 -- 29,484.00 23,952.90 5,424.00 107.10
Weights & Measures 2,045 00 -- 2,045 00 2,045 00 --
Public Welfare 182,322.00 -- 182,322.00 180,968 74 1,353 26 --
Veterans' Benefits 26,947 00 13,500 00 40,447 00 38,955.32 1,491.68 --
Cemeteries 57,491.00 -- 57,491 00 56,845 86 645 14 --
Library 223,336 06 -- 223,336,06 220,831 06 2,505.00 --
Retirement Board 66,100 00 75 00 66 175.00 66,175.00 --
Education 6,508,668 00 -- 6,508,668 00 6,441,173 26 64,494 74 3,000 00
Debt 1,592,333 00 8,500.00 1,600,833 00 1,600,832 40 60 --
Public Works 1,246,281.00 12,344 71 1,258,625.71 1,214,333.80 17,782 90 26,509.01
Accounts Total 11,299,602.06 53,950 00 11,353,552,06 11,185,903 43 125,580 78 42,067 85
Articles Total 3,952,196 98 21,050 00 3,973,246 98 2,211,456.26 38 653.48 1,723,137.44
Grand Total 15,251,799 04 75,000 00 15,326,799 04 13,397,359 49 164,234 26 1,765,205 29
(A detailed schedule is available in Part II of this report )
TOWN DEBT AND INTEREST - SUMMARY STATEMENT
Amount of Principal Balance Interest i
Original Issue Paid in 1967 12/31/1967 Paid in 1967
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Library 295,000 00 15,000 00 130,000.00 4,350.00 I
Town Office 215,000 00 10,000 00 90,000.00 3,000 00
Street-Sewer-Library 490,000.00 27,000.00 200,000 00 7,718.00
Street and Sewer 225,000 00 20,000.00 20,000 00 1,160.00
Public Works Building 328,000 00 35,000 00 293,000.00 13,650 00 1
Total 1,553,000 00 107,000.00 733,000 00 29,878 00 I
School 15,222,000 00 784,000.00 8,642,000 00 273,522.25
Street 730,000 00 60,000.00 310,000 00 10,570 00 1
Sewer 3,405,000 00 166,000.00 2,076,000 00 41,286 75
Water 990,000 00 _ 71,000.00 313,000 00 10,745.00
Total 20,347,000 00 1,081,000 00 11,341,000 00 336,124 00
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Five Year Trends*
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Year Services Expenses as of Dec 31
1963 22,979 62 1,945 71 5
1964 24,630 10 2,414.38 6
1965 20,643.77 2,298.62 6
1966 25,579 01 2,499 60 6
., 1967 31,525.71 1,948.64 6*
; *Effective December 1, the offices of the town clerk and
town treasurer were separated but the report above re-
flects the expenses for both departments for 1967. Two
people were transferred to the comptrollers office Dec. 1
As the year progressed perhaps the most significant development in my work in 1967
was the growing conviction that the combined duties of town clerk and town treasurer, with
the help available, was more than I could perform to my own satisfaction and with the attention
both jobs required
At mid year, I recommended to the selectmen that the jobs be separated and that I be
f relieved of my duties as town treasurer. This recommendation was met and effective Decem-
ber 1, Mr. Paul G. Yewell became town treasurer on a part time basis. The data relating to
five year trends cover the twelve months operating costs for both town clerk and town treas-
urer and include the expenses for the one month Mr. Yewell held the office
The growth in the duties of the town clerk seems directly related to population growth
Births, deaths, marriage, voting registrations, all these and many more continue to increase
t the work load The detail of all this is covered in my statistical report contained in Part II.
Suffice it to say that I share with my staff the pride in keeping abreast of essential
C duties but I recognize that some postponable duties have necessarily been pushed aside, par-
` ticularly filing Attention must now be concentrated on this My 1968 budget request includes
funds for microfilming. I hope to release space in the active files by microfilming and mov-
ing to dead storage material not frequently referred to.
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` Registered voters decreased from January 1 to December 31 from 14,883 to 14,586
This seeming oddity is probably explained by 1967 not being an election year and newcomers
ito Lexington did not trouble to register We look for a significant increase in the registration in
1968 when there will be registrations for the town election, the presidential primary, the
state primary and the November election. Even though we had a relatively light burden as
far as registrations were concerned, we nevertheless in 1967, had to certify to about 1500
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signatures for petition or questions to appear on the 1968 ballot
I Prior to each election, the election law requires that residents in each precinct have
available one evening precinct registration date. The selectmen have authority to cancel
this at their option, insofar as town elections are concerned, if residents do not avail them-
I selves of the opportunity Only 24 citizens registered for the town elections at these precinct
registrations in 1967 and at my recommendation the selectmen voted their elimination
I
I Residents wishing to register may do so at my office on any working day from 8 30 A.M.
to 4.30 P M Also they may register at my office prior to each election on a Saturday morn-
ing and in an evening session during each of the three weeks prior to the closing of registra-
tion . . . these days to be specified in local newspaper advertisements.
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Five Year Trends
Personal Staff•
Year Services Expenses As of Dec 31
1963 18,011.05 10,548 52 4
1964 18,520.68 7,793.18 4
• 1965 18,933 80 8,041 33 4
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1966 19,195.00 2,436 05 4
1967 20,554 00 2,068 35 416/40
Ethel U Rich
Collection of real estate taxes in 1967, as a percentage of the total amount collectable
increased one percent over 1966 . . from 97 to 98 percent Real estate taxes abated for
eligible over age 70 property owners increased from $20,230 to $80,500. This was due to an
increase from $14,000 to $20,000 in the assessment of residences eligible for exemption
Analysis of Committments, Collections and Outstanding Taxes
1966 1967
Outstanding January 1 $ 423,146.31 $ 342,637.90
Committed for current year 9,693,539 40 10,875,600 39
Total Collectable 10,116,685 71 11,218,238 29
Collected, abated, apportioned or transferred 9,774,047.81 10,926,881 90
Balance on December 31 342,637.90 291,356.39*
Percentage of real estate collections 97% 98%
Abatements-for veterans 42,902 40 46,906 00
Abatements for over age 70 20,230.40 80,500 00
*Does not include water rates for the six months ending Dec. 31, 1967, due to non committment.
"Warrants," in the terminology of the town tax collector are instructions to collect
sums of money "committed" by authorized town bodies or individuals
The warrants for real estate, personal property taxes, motor vehicle excise taxes and
committments for sewer, street, sidewalk and water betterments are issued from the asses-
sors' office. The superintendent of public works commits water rates, sewer and water
house connections, in lieu of betterments and water miscellaneous, which consists of turning
meters on and off, repairing meters, such as a frozen meter, etc.
Real estate and property taxes are due July 1st of any year However, this statement
has variations, since some years the bills are not in existence before the middle of July or
August, which happened to be the case this year If you pay your real estate or personal
property taxes on or before November 1st of the year in which they are issued, you are with-
in the law Otherwise a penalty of six percent interest will be added, dating back to October
1st of that year.
The total committments and warrants to December 1, 1967 amount to approximately
$10,700,000. Of this amount some $8,850,000 has been received against the total committed,
thus leaving around a three percent balance due at this time.
Motor vehicle excise taxes are billed from Boston on I.B.M. machines and sent out to
the assessors' office, which in turn prepares a warrant for the collector, along with the bills,
to be mailed and collected. The betterments, sewer, street, sidewalk and water are prepared
in the town engineer's office, committed by the public works department to the assessors'
who then prepare a list which is given to the collector for collection, either in cash, or you
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may have the privilege of carrying this betterment over a period of five years, ten years,
fifteen or twenty years, which is then added to your real estate tax and may be paid with
ryour taxes.
The certificate of municipal liens is a form that the lawyers ask for when property
is sold and transferred to a new owner. This gives the complete status of the properties in
question The charge is $3.00 which is turned over to the treasurer each week. At this
writing $2,586 00 has been given to the treasurer
Receipts for each day are turned over to the treasurer and a copy of the daily work
is given to the comptroller for his records.
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=pit_ ilialIn Lexington, the offices of town clerk and town
• treasurer have traditionally been held by one person . . .
.;+ sivir, „.
nce 1965 by Miss Mary McDonough.
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That she might give all her attention to her expanding
duties as town clerk she recommended to the selectmen in
mid 1967 that the two offices be separated and that she be re-
== _ - lieved of her duties as town treasurer. The recommendation
was accepted but the problem of finding a successor delayed
x — the "change in command" until December 1 when Paul G.
Mary R. McDonough Paul G. Yewell Yewell assumed the treasurership on a part time basis.
Associated with the change was a realignment of responsibilities, with preparations
of the payroll moving to the office of the comptroller. The treasurer retained all other
traditional duties of the office, particularly the acceptance of all money belonging to the town
(notably from the tax collector) and the payment of all bills.
From the receipts, the treasurer meets the general payroll, pays all bills that are
due, invests any surplus in approved securities at the highest available rate of interest, and
pays all debt obligations as they mature.
The comptroller receives a record from the treasurer itemizing all town receipts
and he issues warrants authorizing all expenditures
The town has been able to obtain interest rates on its investments ranging from
4 1/8% to 5 1/2%. Borrowing has become more expensive this year as is evident by the in-
creasing interest rates. The fact that, again this year, the tax-payers have been prompt in
payment has meant that the town has been able to cover all expenses and take advantage of
investment opportunities that it could not otherwise have done. Thus interest earned for
funds invested in 1967 amounted to $43,805.53.
Expenses for the town treasurer for 1967 are included with those of the town clerk.
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Board of Appeals
Because the record of our 1967 activities and decisions is contained in Part II of
this report, we limit this space to observations
Since it was created in 1934 the volume and variety of the board's work has in-
creased greatly but probably not more than for other Lexington boards and committees
A sign by-law has been added and findings and determinations are necessary in connection
with newly created zones These require reasonable cooperation with the opinions and
decisions of the planning board and historic districts commission The trend changes in
zoning presented to the town meeting seems to be "subject to the approval of the board of
appeals."
The appeals board has the triple responsibility of granting relief in warranted cases,
defending the town against ill-considered requests and checking the actions of other boards
and departments. It has considerable latitude in making decisions but must be sure they
are justified by our zoning, building and sign by-laws
Controversial petitions make it nearly impossible to please both sides Perhaps
that is why membership on the board of appeals is not an effort to win a popularity con-
test. Our members are largely long-time servants of Lexington who desire to be fair in
making their decisions and who hold the development and maintenance of the town as their
primary function
We wish to express our sorrow at the death of our long-time member Lewis L Hoyt
We valued his sound opinions.
Donald E. Nickerson, hairman
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L to R —Howard H. Dawes, George P. Wadsworth, Charles T. Abbott, Donald E. Nickerson, Chairman
George C. Sheldon, Louise M. Macomber, Secretary
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ELECTED TOWN OFFICERS
March, 1967 to March, 1968
I Board of Selectmen Lincoln P Cole, Jr , Chairman 1969
{ Levi G Burnell 1968
Irving H. Mabee 1968
Robert Cataldo 1969
Allan F Kenney 1970
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I Town Clerk Mary R. McDonough 1968
I Town Treasurer *Mary R. McDonough 1968
I **Paul G. Yewell 1968
I 'Resigned
` **Replacing Miss McDonough
1 Collector of Taxes Ethel U Rich 1968
Moderator Robert B Kent 1968
I Trustees of Public Trusts George P Morey, Chairman 1970
William R. McEwen 1968
I Gaynor K Rutherford 1972
` School Committee Logan Clarke, Jr , Chairman 1970
i Robert H Farwell 1968
Vernon C. Page 1968
1 Elizabeth H Clarke 1969
Austin W Fisher, Jr. 1970
, Planning Board Roland B Greeley, Chairman 1968
Natalie H Riffin 1969
Evert N Fowle 1970
( Francis T Worrell 1971
Erik H Lund 1972
Cemetery Commissioners James L Grant, Chairman 1970
John C Graham 1968
I James R Sherman 1969
Constables John J. Shine, Jr 1970
*Paul E. Furdon 1970
**Guy Busa 1970
I *Resigned **Replacing Paul E Furdon
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Lexington Housing Authority Temple E. Scanlon, Chairman 1970
Authorized November 25, 1963 Burton L Williams 1969
I Albert H Hruby 1971
I Joseph O. Rooney 1972
William A. Melbye (State) 1970
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APPOINTED BOARDS AND COMMITTEES
{
By-Law Committees
Appropriation Committee Frank T. Parrish, Chairman 1968
George Kolovson 1968
*Allan F Kenney 1968
**Milton H Bretscher 1968
Louis A. Zehner 1969
* Donald Noyes 1969
Ruth F Souza 1969
***Edward E. Furash 1969
Donald R Grant 1970
Robert M. Gary 1970
John H Blaisdell 1970
*Resigned
**Replaced Allan F. Kenney
***Replaced Donald Noyes
Board of Appeals Donald E. Nickerson 1972
(Acting under Building and *Lewis L Hoyt 1968
Zoning By-Laws) **Haward H Dawes 1968
George P. Wadsworth 1969
George C. Sheldon 1970
Charles T Abbott 1971
*Deceased
**Replacing Mr. Lewis Hoyt
Board of Appeals Ruth Morey 1968
(Associate Members) Robert H. Farwell 1968
Logan Clarke, Jr. 1968
John H Blaisdell 1968
George W. Emery 1968
Woodruff M Brodhead 1968
Capital Expenditures Committee Hugh M. Chapin, Chairman 1968
Authorized March 26, 1955 Margaret F. Rawls 1968
Van T Boughton, Jr. 1969
Jack L. Mitchell 1969
John F. Cogan, Jr. 1970
Civil Defense Advisory Council
Authorized May 8, 1967
Dr. Howard Kassler, Chairman
School Committee Representative Robert Farwell
Selectmen Representative Irving Mabee
Appropriation Committee Representative Milton Bretscher
Town Meeting Member Robert Bittenbender
Civil Defense Director Arthur E. Burrell
Hunting Committee Vincent E. Hayes
Authorized March 23, 1964 George C. Sheldon
Aiden L Ripley
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Appointed Boards and Committees (Cont'd.)
Recreation Committee Robert E Bond, Chairman 1969
Authorized November, 1956 Vincent E. Hayes 1968
Paul Hanson 1968
Robert T. Davison 1969
Richard S. Sparrow 1970
Benedict E Bertini, Director
Town Celebrations Committee Raymond B Barnes, Chairman 1968
Authorized March 26, 1956 Ralph V Lord 1968
Bernard J Belcastro, Jr. 1968
Anthony Sperduto 1969
Eleanor B Litchfield 1969
( Elizabeth C. Severence 1969
Marilyn L. Hall 1970
Leo Gaughan 1970
James W Broderick 1970
Standing Committees
Assessors Willard P. Grush, Chairman 1968
** William L Potter 1969
* Lewis L Hoyt 1969
F William Smith 1970
* Deceased
**Replacing Mr Lewis Hoyt
Board of Fire Commissioners Fred Coolidge Bailey, Chairman 1970
► William P. Fitzgerald 1968
Stanley E Robbins 1969
Board of Health Rufus L McQuillan, Chairman 1968
*James M West 1967
Dr. William L Cosgrove 1969
**Dr Charles Colburn 1970
Dr Ivan G Pyle, Consulting Physician
*Resigned
**Replacing Mr. West
Board of Public Welfare Howard H Dawes, Chairman 1968
Robert K. Taylor 1968
Robert P Trask, Jr 1968
David F. Toomey 1968
Martin A Gilman 1968
Board of Retirement George P. Morey, Chairman 1968
{ Walter F. Spellman 1969
Richard M. Perry, Ex-Officio
Bridge Charitable Fund George P Morey, Chairman 1970
William R McEwen 1968
John F Cogan, Jr. 1972
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Appointed Boards and Committees (Con't )
Committee on Lectures under Wills of Charles E Parks, Chairman
Eliza Cary Farnham and Susanna E. Cary Angela E Frick
Authorized March 20, 1967 Alford S. Peckham
Conservation Commission Jules P Sussman, Chairman 1968
Authorized November 25, 1963 Leslie H. York 1969
*Alford S Peckham 1969
Francis W.K. Smith 1970
Aiden L Ripley 1970
Paul E Mazerall, Ex-Officio
*Resigned
Gammel Legacy Income Trustees Margaret L West 1968
James E. Collins 1968
Historic Districts Commission Wilbur M. Jaquith, Chairman 1972
George E Graves 1968
Philip B. Parsons 1969
Ruth Bevan 1970
Max H. Straw 1971
Elizabeth Flynn, Secretary
Historic District Commission Donald White 1968
Associates George W. Emery 1969
Permanent Building Committee Charles H. Spaulding 1968
Authorized March 20, 1967 Thomas G. Taylor 1969
Barbara Harvell 1969
Robert G. Hargrove 1970
Mark Moore, Jr. 1970
Standing Plumbing and Building Robert W Custance, Chairman 1970
By-Law Committee George E. Bullock 1968
Authorized November 25, 1963 Perry D Lord 1969
Richard W Souza 1969
Leo Dunn 1970
Standing School Building Committee Robert G. Hargrove, Chairman 1968
Authorized March 25, 1967 John F. Barnaby, Vice-Chairman
Thomas G. Taylor, Sec.-Treas.
Mary Louise Touart
Charles H Spaulding
Anne Wallace
Town Report Committee Louis A Zehner, Chairman 1968
Wallace B Baylies 1968
Elizabeth H. Clarke 1968
Albert Gray, Jr., Ex-Officio 1968
Alford S Peckham 1968
Frank H. Totman 1968
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Ad Hoc Committees
Air Pollution Committee Calvin Y Sing, Chairman
Allan F Kenney
William P. Fitzgerald
Lt James J. Lima, Jr.
R L McQuillan
Newton E. Bennett
Mrs Erna S Green, Secretary
Dog Leash Law Committee Wallace B. Baylies, Jr.
Authorized March 24, 1965 Oscar R. Carlson
Burt E Nichols
Dr. Howard A. Smith
Donald B. White
General By-Laws Committee Allan Green, Chairman
Authorized March 18, 1963 Levi G. Burnell
John F. Cogan, Jr.
Ruth Morey
Martin A Gilman
Committee on Public Facilities Leslie H York, Chairman
in or near the Battle Green District Levi G. Burnell
Authorized March 18, 1963 Ruth Morey
Philip B. Parsons
George Kolovson
Regional Refuse Disposal Planning William R. Whalon
Committee Arnold B. Briggs
Authorized March 20, 1967 Richard H Soule
Structure of Town Government Committee Margery M Battin
Authorized March 21, 1966 Arthur E. Bryson
Alan G. Adams
Stephen T Russian
Harriet V. Relman
Study of Historic Districts of Lexington Wilbur M Jaquith
George C. Sheldon
Charles T Abbott
Natalie H. Riffin
Town-Wide Beautification Committee Stuart 0 Dawson
Authorized March 20, 1967 *Florence M. Cook
Herbert W. Eisenberg
Dr Norman Friedman
Lilah H. Grossier
George W. Emery
Natalie H Riffin
Paul E Ma zerall
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APPOINTED OFFICERS
Director of Civil Defense Arthur E. Burrell 1968
Gas Inspector John B. Byrne, Jr 1968
Town Counsel Donald E. Legro 1968
The above are established by the general by-laws of the town
Animal Inspector * Dr Carl R Benton 1967
Dr Howard A Smith 1968
* Deceased
Assistant Town Clerk Rita McNamara 1968
Assistant Town Treasurer *Rita McNamara 1968
Eleanor H. Sullivan 1968
*Resigned
Building Inspector Donald K. Irwin 1968
Burial Agents Douglass Funeral Service
Louis H. Spencer
Alice M. McCarthy
David Fudge & Son, Inc.
Comptroller Richard M. Perry 1969
Dog Officers Dr Howard A. Smith 1968
Carl A Carlson 1968
Engineer *John J Carroll 1968
**John J. McSweeney 1968
*Resigned
**Replacing Mr. Carroll
Assistant Engineer *Robert L. Higgins 1968
*Resigned
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Appointed Officers (Cont.)
{
Executive Assistant, Selectmen Albert Gray, Jr, 1968
Executive Clerk, Selectmen Hazel J. Murray 1968
{ *Marguerite L. McCausland 1968
**Eleanor M. McCurdy 1968
*Retired
{ **Replacing Mrs. McCausland
Fence Viewers John J. Garrity 1968
Rev. Harold T. Handley 1968
Field Drivers James F. Corr 1968
Carl A. Carlson 1968
Forest Warden William P. Fitzgerald 1968
Insect Pest Control Paul E. Mazerall 1968
Lockup Keeper James F Corr 1968
Park Department Superintendent Paul E. Mazerall 1968
Plumbing Inspector John B Byrne, Jr 1968
Public Works Superintendent *John J. Carroll 1968
*Resigned
{ Public Works Assistant Superintendent *Guy V. Colella 1968
**Thomas M. Wenham 1968
*Resigned
**Replaced Guy V. Colella
• Registrars of Voters Raymond E Lewis 1969
Timothy Sullivan 1970
Ralph H. Elvedt 1968
Sealer of Weights and Measures *Ralph E. Chadwick 1968
**Bernard J. Belcastro 1968
* Deceased
**Replacing Mr Chadwick
Tree Warden Paul E Mazerall 1968
Director of Veterans Benefits and Services Bernard J. Belcastro, Jr 1968
Veterans' Graves Officer Bernard J. Belcastro, Jr. 1968
Wire Inspector Robert K. Jeremiah 1968
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Lord, when we are wrong make us willing to change, and when we are
right, make us easy to live with. — Peter Marshall
There are two kinds of fools. One says, "This is old, therefore it
is good. The other says, This is new, therefore it is better."
— Dean Inge
We make harmony in our pluralistic society by orchestration, not
by the suppression of difference. — Lyman Bryson
In the whole history of law and order, the longest step forward was
taken by primitive man when, as if by common consent, the tribe
sat down in a circle and allowed only one man to speak at a time.
— Curtis Bok
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TOWN MEETING MEMBERS AT LARGE
` Levi G. Burnell 3 Whittier Road
Robert Cataldo 14 Aerial Street
Lincoln P. Cole, Jr. 16 Hill Street
James L Grant 44 Ivan Street
Allan F. Kenney 10 Burnham Road
Robert B Kent 15 Patriots Drive
Donald E. Legro 84 Gleason Road
Irving H Mabee 25 Highland Avenue
Mary R. McDonough 3 Baker Avenue
PRECINCT ONE
TERM 1970
Tracy W Ames 81 Emerson Gardens Nancy D Hudson 58 Laconia St
Arthur E Burrell 2 Thoreau Rd Philip Marshall 21 Blueberry La
Daniel P Busa 82 Lowell St Sumner E. Perlman 10 Tyler Rd,
Helena R. Butters 1445 Massachusetts Ave Haskell W Reed 76 Lowell St
Austin W Fisher, Jr 1303 Massachusetts Ave David F Toomey 9 Spencer St.
William Hammer 15 Fiske Rd
TERM 1969
J Keith Butters 1445 Massachusetts Ave Jack L Mitchell 16 Peachtree Rd.
James Cataldo 43 Rindge Ave Lotte E Scharfman 23 Whipple Rd
Wallace Cupp 141 Woburn St. Jules P Sussman 15 Holmes Rd
Homer J Hagedorn 17 Fiske Rd Weiant Wathen-Dunn 44 Maple St.
Franklin C. Hudson 58 Laconia St. Ephraim Weiss 462 Lowell St
Howard M Kassler 11 Winchester Dr
TERM 1968
Lois W. Brown 37 Maple St. Nathaniel Hartwell 353 Woburn St
Sanborn C Brown 37 Maple St Joseph P. Marshall 110 Woburn St
Alfred S. Busa 38 Circle Rd. William F Mason 156 Vine St
Logan Clarke, Jr 19 Burroughs Rd Francis B. McNamara 9 Joseph Rd.
Anne G Fisher 1303 Massachusetts Ave, Robert S Wilson 33 Bartlett Ave
Roland B Greeley 1359 Massachusetts Ave
PRECINCT T W O
TERM 1970
J Harper Blaisdell,Jr 12 Plymouth Rd Thomas G. Taylor 64 Marrett Rd
Frank E Douglas 220 Follen Rd, Frank H Totman, Jr 46 Moreland Ave
Rosemary Fitzgerald 9 Smith Ave Alice F Tryon 100 Pleasant St.
Donald L MacGillivray 37 Charles St Alan B. Wilson 23 Pleasant St.
Rufus L. MacQuillan 35 Tower Rd Jason H Woodward 11 Robbins Rd
James E Storer 69 Pleasant St
TERM 1969
Eric T Clarke 29 Moon Hill Rd Betty S Jones 64 Bloomfield St.
John F. Downey, Jr 22 Locust Ave. Harold E Roeder 6 Churchill Lane
Elizabeth M Flynn 310 Concord Ave Douglas T. Ross 33 Dawes Rd
Angela E. Frick 17 Smith Ave Judith J. Totman 46 Moreland Ave.
William C Hays 44 Moreland Ave. *Benjamin W White 18 Peacock Farm
, Alan S Hodges 21 Dawes Rd Rd
* Resigned 7/7/67
TERM 1968
Charles T Abbott 26 Richard Rd Elizabeth H Clarke 29 Moon Hill Rd
Van T Boughton, Jr. 56 Robbins Rd, Vernon C Page 12 Independence Ave
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PRECINCTTWO (Continued)
TERM 1968
Aiden Lassell Ripley 52 Follen Rd Mary Louise Touart 5 Compton Cir.
George E Rowe, Jr 214 Follen Rd. Georgia H. Williams 196 Follen Rd
Gordon E. Steele 12 Smith Ave Sidney B Williams 196 Follen Rd.
Milton L. Gould 36 Webster Rd *Alvin L. Schmertgler 23 Peack Farm Rd
*Replacing B W White
PRECINCT THREE
TERM 1970
Alan G Adams 15 Somerset Rd. Albert S Richardson, Jr. 3 Wingate Rd
Robert A. Bittenbender 85 Meriam St Shirley H Stoltz 2139 Mass. Ave.
W Scott Cooledge, III 30 York St J. S. Nason Whitney 21 Woodland Rd
Joseph M Cronin 49 Vaille Ave Stillman P Williams 9 Sheridan St
John J Garrity 30 Garfield St Charles A. Winchester 57 Hancock St
Donald R Grant 23 Somerset Rd.
TERM 1969
Shirley D Bayle 6 Stratham Rd Alford S. Peckham 67 Reed St
Cnarles H Cole, II 4 Franklin Rd Richard H Soule 16 Hancock St.
Charles F Gallagher, Jr 188 Adams St Charles H Spaulding 61 Meriam St
Frederick R Hartstone 44 Hancock St Francis T Worrell 183 Cedar St
Wilbur M. Jaquith 42 Somerset Rd Leslie H York 24 Hancock St
William R Page 25 Oakland St
TERM 1968
John R. Bevan 56 Hancock St H Bigelow Moore 50 Hancock St
Oscar R Carlson 23 Hayes Ave. Donald E Nickerson 49 Somerset Rd
Hugh M. Chapin 3 Juniper Place Frank T Samuel, Jr. 8 Burnham Rd.
**Herbert W. Eisenberg 55 Hancock St Martin I. Small 22 Hancock St
Ernest A Giroux 10 Oakmount Cir. Donald B White 73 Hancock St
George E. Graves 33 Adams St *Allan F. Kenney 10 Burnham Rd
* Resigned 3/7/67 ** Replacing A F Kenney
PRECINCT FOUR
TERM 1970
*Edward R Bellone 142 Worthen Rd Joseph D Rooney 222 Waltham St
Carl Blake 4 Wachusett Cir Richard W Souza 542 Concord Ave
Arthur Bryson, Jr 20 Loring Rd Frank L Stevens, Jr 11 Winthrop Rd
Jacqueline B Davison 86 Spring St Alfred P Tropeano 25 Vine Brook Rd.
Robert G Hargrove 5 Loring Rd William H Whalon 14 Benjamin Rd
Edward T Martin 13 Sherburne Rd
*Resigned 8/15/67
TERM 1969
Wallace B. Bayhes, Jr 50 Spring St Eric B. Kula 66 Spring St
Joseph A Campbell 260 Marrett Rd. Donald P Noyes 261 Waltham St
Evert N. Fowle 12 Winthrop Rd William L. Potter 21 Fair Oaks Terr.
Martin A Gilman 56 Bloomfield St. Margaret F Rawls 9 Winthrop Rd
Allan Green 17 Moon Hill Rd Norman J Richards 32 Sherburne Rd.
Robert H. Kingston 4 Field Rd
TERM 1968
Otis S. Brown, Jr 3 Bond St Frank T. Parrish, Jr. 20 Benjamin Rd
Carl E Bryant 12 Fair Oaks Dr. Harriet V Relman 4 Bennington Rd
Richard K. Eaton 40 Percy Rd Natalie H. Riffin 6 Field Rd
Malcolm R Gavin 24 Normandy Rd. Lee E Tarbox 17 Highland Ave
Thomas S Grindle 29 Bloomfield St Burton L. Williams 17 Dane Rd
Erik L Mollo-Christensen 10 Barberry Rd. *Joseph A Tram 11 Slocum Rd
*Replacing E R Bellone
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r TERM 1970
Gabriel Baker 2 Linmoor Terr Stephen T Russian 47 Turning Mill Rd
Edwin A Bennett 52 Grove St Temple E Scanlon 62 Ledgelawn Ave.
Robert E Bond 6 Demar Rd Phyllis E. Thomas 55 Ivan St
HoNard L Levingston 358 Emerson Rd. Frederick E Tucker 66 Blake Rd
Eleanor Bradford Litchfield 12 Emerson Gardens Sumner P. Wolsky 1 Park St
George P. Morey 90 No Hancock St
ETERM 1969
G Richard Beamon 58 Ledgelawn Ave Richard Kimball 60 Gleason Rd.
J. Haskell Casey, Jr 17 Liberty Ave. Christine H Meyer 11 Blake Rd
R Roy Edward Cook 5 Ledgelawn Ave Ernest E Outhet 25 Ivan St.
William P. Fitzgerald 65 Liberty Ave Paul B. West 70 Gleason Rd.
Barbara M. Harvell 131 Burlington St. Allen Lee Whitman, Jr 31 Turning Mill Rd
Kingston L Howard 5 Gould Rd
TERM 1968
Stanley A Brown 11 Flintlock Rd Michael A. Miller 5 Partridge Rd
Howard H. Dawes 10 Bernard St. John H Millican, Jr 90b Hancock St
1 John T Harvell 131 Burlington St. Ruth Morey 90 No. Hancock St.
George A. Kolovson 10 Dewey Rd Charles E Parks 10 Hawthorne Rd
William A Melbye, Jr 10 James St. Robert V Whitman 9 Demar Rd.
Robert E. Meyer 11 Blake Rd
PRECINCT SIX
TERM 1970
t Earl F Baldwin, Jr. 24 Deering Ave John F Manley 53 Forest St
Margery M Battin 15 Paul Revere Rd James M McLaughlin 55 Asbury St
1 Richard H Battin 15 Paul Revere Rd George R Medeiros 20 Middleby Rd.
John F. Cogan, Jr. 29 Patterson Rd. Daniel E Power 2236 Mass Ave
George E Cooper 191 Lincoln St. Donald J Shaw 6 Barrymeade Dr.
' Robert H Farwell 7 Thoreau Rd
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TERM 1969
1
Leon A Burke, Jr 5 Frances Rd. Richard A Michelson 54 Asbury St
1 Raymond J Culler 209 Lincoln St Richard I. Miller 30 Patterson Rd
Joseph J Downey 1 Stimson Ave. Richard M Perry 16 Ellison Rd
f Charles G Esterberg, Jr. 10 Barrymeade Dr Alfred L Viano 6 Audubon Rd.
*James F Flynn 3 Minute Man Lane Marlin E Whitney 43 Wood St
James W Lambie 22 Shade St. 29 Patterson Rd
*Died 11/15/67
` TERM 1968
1 James E. Brown 34 Middleby Rd Gary J Margolius 159 Shade St
1 Harold T Handley 1880 Mass Ave Henry J Mascarello 29 Lincoln St
/ David E Humez 21 Parker St Burt E. Nichols 9 Tufts Rd
` Donald K Irwin 20 Clarke St David A Somers 21 Paul Revere Rd
Robert C Johnson 60 Wood St Stanley E Toye 30 Balfour St.
1 Erik Lund 19 Ellison Rd *Mary T Cogan 29 Patterson Rd
*Replacing J F. Flynn
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Acknowledgements
As was true also in 1966, the finest thing that can be said of Lexington's 1967 annual
report is that it has been a community effort Whatever acceptance the report earns will
accrue from the skills and interests of many people.
A citizens' committee has directed policy Philip B Parsons drew the cover rendi-
tion of Buckman Tavern, which literally invites people to open the book and to examine the
report Alford S. Peckham, a member of the committee, collaborated with the selectmen in
their perceptive message on "The State of Lexington." In a change of pace from the conven-
tional group-photographs, Mrs. Elinor Lynch drew the pen and ink sketches of the selectmen.
Alan G Adams, publisher of the Minute-Man, gave us free range of his photographic file and
most of the photographs relating to 1967 happenings are from his collection Norman Wilson
in charge of photography at the Minute-Man gave us the beautiful photograph used on the
frontispiece and the one of the Colonial Cemetery . . . . plus much patient technical counsel.
Dan Merrill, also on the Minute-Man staff gave the picture of the flag and of the Scouts in
front of the Battle Green. Stanley Marshman took the interior photograph of the Lexington
Arts and Crafts building The picture of the intent youngsters on page 61 is the work of
Marjorie Lenk And the Boy Scouts, in an evidence of civic interest, voluteered to distribute
copies of the report to each residence in Lexington All of the foregoing was without cost to
the town Finally, the town boards and committees cooperated with helpful interest and com-
petence in preparing their individual annual reports.
More than just a compilation of source material, more than just a readable booklet,
the committee has sought to incorporate in this annual report the desire of town government
to develop better communications with all the citizens We solicit your suggestions for the
1968 report
Town Report Committee
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Table of Contents
Part II
Page
FINANCIAL
Balance Sheet 3
Statement of Comptroller. . . 8
Schedule of Receipts 9
Schedule of Expenses 11
Appropriation Accounts 18
Town Debt and Interest 25
Trustees of Public Trusts 26
Assessors 37
ELECTIONS
Annual Town Election . . . • . 40
Report of Board of Registration 43
Report of Town Clerk . . . 44
Report of Town Treasurer . . . 47
TOWN MEETING MINUTES 48
TOWN BOARDS AND COMMITTEES
Cary Memorial Library 66
Historic Sites Commission . . 107
Recreation Committee 70
Conservation Commission 75
TOWN SERVICES
Veterans' Services • 119
Cemetery Commissioners 65
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS 111
LEGAL
Board of Appeals , , , , , , , , 101
Town Counsel 120
PROTECTION OF PEOPLE AND PROPERTY
Fire Commissioners 82
Regulatory Inspectors . . • • . 90
Police Department . . 85
SCHOOL DEPARTMENT 93
JURY LIST 109
INDEX TO TOWN MEETING ARTICLES 119
2
BALANCE SHEET - DECEMBER 31, 1967
General Accounts
Assets Liabilities and Reserves
Cash Payroll Deductions
In Treasury 601,882.37 Blue Cross-Blue Shield 7,138 81
Invested (Time C D.) 2,450,000 00 Group Insurance 312 67 7,451,48
Advances for Petty Guarantee Deposits
Treasurer 150 00 Sewer House Connections 20,288 55
Collector 150 00 300 00 Water House Connections 10,456 42 30,744 97
Accounts Receivable W
Taxes Agency 9
Levyof 1966 County - Dog Licenses 34 25 9
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'State - Sporting Licenses (56 50) n
Real Estate 35,053 63 - Sale of Lands of Low Value 5,480.19 5,457 94 0
Levy of 1967 Tailings - Unclaimed Checks 306.08
Personal Property 1,964 60 tl
Real Estate 112,420 70 149,438,93 Special Gifts for Schools H
Motor Vehicle Excise Elementary School Library 23.28 1
``' Levy of 1965 70 Summer Reading Clinic 1,359.68
Levy of 1966 1,584 38 Music Project 593.35111
Levy of 1967 26,824 69 28,409 77 Slow Achiever Project 4,390.87 n
Pupil-Parents Counseling 908 44 LI
Special Assessments METCO 5,140 00
Business and Office Education 506.40 W
Sewer B U Supervision of Counselers 16 47 tttt
Unapportioned Diagnostic and Consulting Service 3,400 00
Vocational Education-Practical Arts 810.00 17,148 49
Added to Taxes 142,783 15 `
Levy of 1966 406 05
Bequest - Perpetual Care
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Levy of 1967 939 35 Westview Cemetery1,560.00 o)
Street Trust Fund Income
Unapportioned 49,564 65
Jonas Gammel Charity 9.00
Added to Taxes Albert Tenney Memorial 543 62
Levy of 1966 298 94 Hayes Fountain Fund 6 72
Levy of 1967 703.46 Taylor Flag Fund 5 67
Hilton-Monroe Cemetery 385.15
Sidewalk Raymond-Monroe Cemetery 125 00
Unapportioned 20,413 14 Cemetery Perpetual Care
French-Colonial 223.06
Added to Taxes Tower-Colonial 60 03
Levy of 1965 14 38 Monroe 630
Levy of 1966 52 70 Westview 27 69 1,392 64
Levy of 1967 110 55
BALANCE SHEET - DECEMBER 31, 1967
Assets Liabilities and Reserves
Special Assessments (Cont'd.) Revolving Funds
Water School Lunch 5,465 41
School Athletics 2,100 87
Unapportioned 4,895 50 School Adult Education 2,596 26 10,162.54
Added to Taxes
Federal Grants
Levy of 1966 17 35 Disability Assistance
Levy of 1967 17.35
Committed Interest Administrative 855 24
Assistance 1,417.40
Levy of 1966 413 82 Aid to Dependent Children td
Levy of 1967 866 55 221,496.94 y
Administration 3,959 28 r
Tax Titles and Possessions Assistance 11,735 18 a
Titles 10,053 47 Old Age Assistance n
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Possessions 16,311 54 26,365 01
Administration 9,961 34
Assistance 11,892 20 m
Departmental �
Selectmen 2,003 00 Medical Assistance for Aged tri
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Administration 3,02 5.89
Sewer Assistance 10,726 12 '
House Connections 2,237 46 C7
Aid to Education
Rates 1,776.45 n
Aid to Dependent Children 1,130 00 Public Law 864 Title V 06 hh
Old Age Assistance 769 05 Curriculum Res. and Dev. 3,663 04 57,235 75 4
Disability Assistance 34.05 td
Medical Assistance 6,365 61 Appropriation Balances tii
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Veterans Services (11,689.65) General 417,276 71
Cemetery-Westview 165 00 Sewer 834,515.59 ca
Water Street, Sidewalk & Drains 237,609 60
Liens Added to Taxes School 200,974 85 co
Library 6,268 88
Levy of 1966 347 94 Water 68,559.66 1,765,205 29
Levy of 1967 932 32
Overestimates
Rates 10,099.19 Metropolitan Sewerage 19,557.56
House Connections 1,217 23 County Tax 15,794 75 35,352 31
Miscellaneous 98.27 12,694.95
Unprovided for or Sale of Real Estate 32,388 30
Overdrawn Accounts Sale of Lots and Graves 64,224 41
Underestimates
Parks and Reservations 5,847 11 Reserve Fund - Overlay Surplus 55 16
M.B.T A 596 23
MDC 6,675.00 13,118 34
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BALANCE SHEET - DECEMBER 31, 1967
Assets Liabilities and Reserves
Chapter 90 Overlay Reserved for Abatement
Highway Const -County 5,321.12 Levy of 1962 21,752.35
Highway Const -State 10,642 25 Levy of 1963 66,422 55
Highway Maint -County 1,500.00 17,463 37 Levy of 1964 20,379.78
Levy of 1965 (3,557.63)
Levy of 1966 21,954 12
Levy of 1967 30,039 25 156,990 42
Reserve for Petty Cash 300.00
Revenue Reserved Until Collected bd
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Motor Vehicle Excise 28,409 77 t"
Special Assessment 221,496 94 z
Tax Title 10,053.47 ()
Tax Title Possession 16,311 54 t9
Water 12,694 95 co
Aid to Highways 17,463.37 M
Departmental 2,790 97 309,221.01 t9
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Receipts Reserved for Appropriation
U, Parking Meter 13,021 40 0
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Surplus Revenue 1,015,742 46 r
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D E F E R R E D REVENUE ACCOUNTS
Apportioned Assessments Apportioned Sewer Assessment Revenue co
Not Due Due in 1967 - 1986 Inclusive 480,715.46 ',
Sewer 480,715.46
Street 244,674 53 Apportioned Street Assessment Revenue
Sidewalk 16,360.16 Due in 1967 - 1986 Inclusive 244,674.53
Water 6,443 11 748,193.26
Suspended Assessments Apportioned Sidewalk Assessment Revenue
Sewer 20,740.80 Due in 1967 - 1986 Inclusive 16,360.16
Sewer-Town Owned Land 673 17 Apportioned Water Assessment Revenue
Street 2,647.69
Street-Town Owned Land 1,110,00 Due in 1967 - 1986 Inclusive 6,443.11
Sidewalk 1,529.71
Water 6,113.71 32,815.08 Suspended Sewer Revenue 20,740 80
BALANCE SHEET - DECEMBER 31, 1967
Assets Liabilities and Reserves
Suspended Sewer Revenue
Town Owned Land 673 17
Suspended Street Revenue 2,647 69
Suspended Street Revenue
Town Owned Land 1,110 00
Suspended Sidewalk Revenue 1,529 71
Suspended Water Revenue 6,113 71
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rn General 3,131,000 00 Sewer 2,171,000.00 C7
Outside Debt Limit Street 375,000 00
School 15,000 00 ()
General 8,627,000 00 Library 190,000.00
Public Service Enterprise 313,000.00 Town Office Building 90,000 00
Public Works Building 290 000.00
Water 283,000 00 3,131,000 00 %h
Outside Debt Limit
School 8,627,000 00
Public Service Enterprise 313,000 00 rn
12,071,000.00 12,071,000.00
TRUST AND INVESTMENT ACCOUNTS
Trust and Investment Funds In Custody of Trustees of Public Trusts
Cash & Securities in Custody of Welfare Funds
Trustees of Public Trusts 348,021 78 Beals Charitable 4 804 19
Trustees of Bridge Harriet R Gilmore 1,394 42
Charitable Fund 24,070 64 Jonas Gamel Charitable 782 49
Trustees of Library 39,260.94
Chairman of School Committee 1,796.51 School Funds
Town Treasurer 23,086 23
Hallie C Blake Prize 1,233 23
Charles E French Medal 4,422 56
Ellen A Stone 2,108 01
F Foster & Tenney Sherburne 25,800 23
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Cemetery Funds Z
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Emma L. Fiske Flower 459.23 Z
Charles E French Colonial 2,946.88 C
Herbert Hilton Monroe 5,698 54 til
Harry S. Raymond Monroe 2,006 82 0)
Louise E Wilkins Flower 77.60 4
Charles Lyman Weld 2,553 82 Z
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Orrin W. Fiske Battle Green 642 98 0
Geneva M Brown 3,802.17
Frederick L Emery 6,448.70 y
Hayes Fountain 1,598 63 m
Everett Milliken Hastings 7,830 83
George O. Smith 3,222.65
George W Taylor Flag 2,002 54
William A. Tower Memorial 11,546.89
Albert Ball Tenney Memorial 5,945 15
William Tower Fund Principal 20 00
Perpetual Care
Colonial 1,831 03
Monroe 56,056.02
Westview 166,193.27
Leroy Brown - Patriots Day 7,388.39
George L. Gilmore Fund 15,045 85
George Taylor Tree 3,057.20
TRUST AND INVESTMENT ACCOUNTS
In Custody of Trustees Bridge Fund
Samuel J Bridge Charitable 21,815 99
Elizabeth B Gerry Charitable 2,254 65
In Custody of Cary Library
General Investment Fund 39,260 94
In Custody of Chairman School Committee
Mathew Allen Memorial Fund 180 64
George E Briggs School Fund 20.08
Robert P. Clapp School Fund 1,036 72
Margaret B Noyes Book Fund 559 07 1"3
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To the Honorable Board of Selectmen a
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In accordance with the provisions of the General Laws, Chapter 41, Section 61,
I submit herewith the financial reports of the town as of December 31, 1967 y
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Balance Sheet as of December 31, 1967
Appropriation Balances as of December 31, 1967
Receipts for 1967 in Detail
Expenditures for 1967 in Detail
Municipal Indebtedness as of December 31, 1967
I have verified the cash balance of the Town Treasurer, and the accounts of
the various Trust Funds of the Town.
Richard M Perry, Comptroller
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ISchedule of 1967 Receipts
` General Revenue
Taxes School (Continued)
Local Building Assistance 350,059.35
SLght Savings, Deaf, Retarded 9,071 66
Property 8,998,532.77 Adjustment Counselors 1,600 00
Tax Title Redemption 3,901 43 Trans Retarded and Handicapped 19,844.80
P Farm Animal Excise 46.63 Summer Program for Handicapped 27,310 00
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Lieu of Taxes 3,604 18 Other School 95,541 00
Special Education 79,151.00
From the Commonwealth Co-op Research 4,000 00
Performing Arts 8,990.00
Income Diagnostic 3,400 00
a. Valuation Basis 836,542.58 Other Purposes
f b Education Basis 810,406 40
c. Loss of Taxes 1,885.61 Meal Tax 5,692 80
Library Aid 6,922.75
Corporation 208 30
Total Gifts from State 740,823.69
Total Taxes 10,655,127 90
' Grants from County
Licenses and Permits
Dog Fund 2,763.06
Alcoholic 10,545 00
All Other 18,795 20 Commercial Revenue
Total Licenses and Permits 29,340 20 Special Assessments
Fines and Forfeits Sewers 70,997 64
Street and Sidewalk 44,739.86
Court Fines 16,632.45 All Other (Water) 3,903 49
Grants and Gifts Total Special Assessments 119,640.99
Grants from Federal Government Privileges
Public Assistance
Motor Vehicle Excise 949,921.06
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Disability Assistance 4,155 22 Parking Motor Fines
Aid to Dependent Children 30,903 00
31,413.86
a. On-Street 12,531 33
f` Old Age Assistance
Medical Assistance 111,417 20 Total Privileges 962,452 39
School Departmental
Public Law 864 Title III 9,886.84 a. General Government
Public Law 864 Title V 23,201 69
Public Law 874 177,620,00 Selectmen 26 50
( Vocational Education (Barden) 8,384 00 Assessors 1,180 53
l Other - Music Research 25,104 00 Town Clerk 3,845.40
{ Planning Board 78 00
` Other Purposes Board of Appeals 1,866 00
Other - Dividend on Insurance 780 84
' Conservation 52,400 00
1 Civil Defense 1,610.18 Total General Government 7,777 27
Total Grants from b Public Safety
/ Federal Government 476 095.99
Police 1,190 00
Grants from State Fire 4,971.01
Sealer of Weights & Measures 331 60
School Dog Officer 132.00
ETransportation 135,853 96 Total Public Safety
1 Food Service 88,927 37 6,624 61
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SCHEDULE OF 1967 RECEIPTS
Departmental (Continued) Public Service Enterprises
c. Health Sanitation and Hospitals Water
Health Sale of Water 474,624.79
Miscellaneous Liens 20,129 35
Dental Clinic 135 00 House Connections 1,771 13
Other (Premature child care) 172 63 Miscellaneous 355.74
Sanitation Total Public Service Enterprises 496,881 01
Sewer Rates 18,139 77 Cemeteries
Sewer House Connection 2,066 17
Sale of Lots and Graves 9,281 50
Total Health Sanitation & Hospital 20,513 57 Care of Lots and Graves 14 818.75
Miscellaneous 8,473 00
d Highways
Total Cemeteries 32,573 45
General (Chap 679) 17,550 43
State and County 74,745 17 Interest
Total Highway 92,295.60 On Taxes and Assessments 37,197 28
On Motor Vehicle Excise 687 26
e Public Assistance On Investment Funds 43,805 53
Miscellaneous (Tax Title) 21.23
General Refief 790 06
Disability Assistance 1,189 97 Total Interest 81,711 30
Aid to Dependent Children 16,726 95
Old Age Assistance 9,370 14 Municipal Indebtedness
Medical Assistance 59,299.08
Anticipation Loans 3,800,000 00
Total Public Assistance 87,376 20 Serial Loans
f Veterans' Services a General 750,000 00
Premium from Bond Issue 583.75
Reimbursement for Relief 11,668 65 Interest from Bond Issue 791 67
Miscellaneous 6,678.70
Total Municipal Indebtedness 4,551,375.42
Total Veterans' Services 18,347 35
Agency Trust and Investments
g Schools
Agency
Tuition from Individuals 14,653.65
Tuition from Mun. and State 1,776 68 Licenses from State 4,651 00
Sale of Books & Supplies 3,224.38 Dog Licenses from County 4,782.75
Miscellaneous Deposits from Services 46,281 15
Rentals 1,991 00 Payroll Deductions
Food Services 312,097.71
Athletics 9,963 75 a Federal Withholding Tax 1,088,326 43
Fire Loss Insurance 2,563 24 b. State Withholding Tax 138,370.93
Other 1,002.87 c Group Insurance 90,946.86
d Time Certificate of Deposit 6,500,000 00
Total School 347,273.28 Total Agency Trust and Investments 7,873,359 12
h Recreation Refunds
Motor Vehicle Excise 8.25
2,348 00 a General Government 47 00
Program for Handicapped 1,544 86 b Public Safety 414 52
c Highways 13,263.50
Total Recreation 3,892 86 d Public Assistance 16,630 67
Unclassified e Veterans' Benefits 861.25
f Schools 1,896 19
Rental of Ambulance 4,456 00 g Libraries 100 40
Miscellaneous 11,847 85 h Unclassified 13,361 39
State Withholding Tax Comp. 624.46 Total Refunds 46,583 17
Total Unclassified 16,928 31 Total Receipts 26,686,392.19
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General Government General Government (Con't )
Appropriation Committee Registration (Con't.)
Expenses Expenses
f Supplies 216 63 Supplies 19 60
Services 2,716.11 2,932 74 Services 4,652 00
Printing 3,323 35 7,994 95
Selectmen Furniture & Fixtures 412 95
Personal Services 31,588 49 Board of Registrars
Clerical Pool 6,733 12 1966 Carryover 866 00
Expenses
Selectmen 1,065 76 Law Department
( Supplies 1,814 97 Personal Services 4,000 00
Services 2,306 20
Out of State Travel 350 00 5,536.93 Expenses
Special Fees 7,657.40
Articles SpecialCoun. Fees 2,941.00
( 2 - 1967 Buckman Tavern 17 64 General Expenses 4,447.61 15,046 01
83- 1967 General By Laws 1,094 50 Special Counsel -
35- 1964 General By Laws 68 00 1964 Carryover 286.60
Municipal Insurance 1966 Collector of Taxes
Carryover 36,293 61
Personal Services 20,554 00
Director of Guides 1,000 00 Expenses
Printing Town Report 5,548 39 Supplies 356.40
Services 1,711.95 2,068.35
Town Insurance Metered Mail 2,163 95
Real Estate 69,662.27
Emp Gr & Bl Cross 78,943 97 148,606 24 Assessor's Dept
Personal Services 26,104.08
{ Police & Fire Med. Exp 2,401.50 Expenses
Town Comptroller Supplies 551.32
Personal Services 28,334.77 Services 1,560.12 2,111.44
Furniture & Fixtures 430 75
Expenses
Supplies 521 18 Out of State Travel 182 75
{ Services 917.31 1,438.49 Assessor's 1966
Rep to Off Equip 2,925 06 Carryover 189 89
Capital Expenditures 8,522.64
Out of State Travel 250 00 Supt. of Public Works
Comp 1966 Carryover 426 96 Personal Services 50,100 43
( Town Clerk & Treasurer Expenses 1,854 64
Personal Services 31,525 71 Public Works Dept.
Expenses Personal Services 480,755 33
Supplies 723 91
Services 1,141 28 1,865 19 Town Offices & Cary
Memorial Bldg.
Furniture & Fixtures 83 45 Personal Services 20,245.07
Out of State Travel 500 00
Foreclosure & Red 8 00
Expenses
Vital Statistics 67 83 Supplies 8,223.19Services 19,526 28 27,749 47
Registration Town Officers 1966
rr Personal Services 1,820.53 Carryover
Article 72 - 1965
Public Fac. Bldg. 1,059.89
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General Government Protection of Persons & Property (Con't)
Engineering Fire Department
Personal Services 74,623 34 Personal Services 386,765.25
Expenses Expenses ,
Supplies 1,014.95 Supphes
Services 1,328 04 Automotive 4,736.66
Equipment 898 02 3,241.01 Fuel 2,233,96
Eng 1966 Carryover 234.88 Public Safety 4,028 01
Clothing 2,520.13
Board of Appeals Other 10,151.47 23,670 23
Personal Services 2,603,00 Services
Expenses Communications 1,351.79
Public Safety 1,600.94
Supplies 171.53 Other 7,105.56 10,058.29
Services 1,099 61 1,271 14 Equipment
Furniture & Fixtures 220 90 Automotive 2,036 00
Planning Board Furn. & Fixtures 318.44 2,354.44
Personal Services 17,355.17 Out of State Travel 445 00
Expenses Article 38 - 1967
Ambulance 7,878 00
Supplies 629 34 Article 40 - 1966 5,856.43
Services 2,508.72 3,138.06
Furniture & Fixtures 397.78 Fire Department
1966 Carryover 708.31
Planning Board 1966 '
Carryover 69 43 Forest Fire 1966
Carryover 500.00
Total General Government 1,091,645.30 Relocate Fire Alarm
Art 35 Carryover 1,279 56
Relocate Fire Alarm
Protection of Persons & Property Art, 36 Carryover 2,815 54
Police Department Civil Defense
Personal Services 383,602.28 Personal Services 8,861 66
Expenses Expenses
Supplies Supplies 2,221 14
Automotive 10,580.18 Services
Public Safety 2,067.66 Communications 2,635.43
Uniforms 11,127.95 Other 2,980 29 5,615 72
Other 4,662 65 28,438 40 Equipment
Services Communications 203 70
Communication 3,933 08 Furn. & Fixtures 123.00 326.70
Reps, to Auto Equip. 1,651.35 Out of State Travel 225 00
Tuition 2,086 00
Other 2,566 87 10,237.30
Equipment Inspection Department
Automotive 10,838 45 Personal Services 22,749 24
Other 1,396.57 12,235.02 Expenses
Out of State Travel 2,795.17 Supplies 371.73
Article 39 - Radio Services 572.70 944.43
Station 8,209.84 Out of State Travel 80 78
Police Department Inspection Dept,
1966 Carryover 340 16
1966 Carryover 121 85 I
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( Protection of Persons & Property (Con't ) Health and Sanitation (Con't )
Weights and Measures Sewer Maintenance
Personal Services 1,500.00 Expenses
Expenses Supplies 2,932 71
Supplies 545 00 Services 18,256.32 21,189 03
Insect & Suppression Sewer Services
Expenses 1,438 97 Expenses
Supplies 4,360.86
Shade Tree Services 2,819 13 7,179 99
Expenses Dental Clinic
Supplies 5,591.62 Personal Services 5,175 00
Services 1,765 33 7,356.95
{ Expenses
Dutch Elm Disease
{ Supplies 62.18
Expenses Services 340.68 402 86
Supplies 1,072.07 Equipment and
Services 13 00 1,085.07 Educational 130.37
Dog Officer Articles - 1967
Personal Services 750.00 9 Sewer Construction 55.07
Professional Services 726 28 14 Sewer Construction 226,416.66
Total Protection of 15 Sewer Construction 652.50
Persons & Property 941,738 01 16 Sewer Construction 26 35
17 Sewer Construction 861 80
Health and Sanitation
Articles - 1966
Health Department
4 Sewer & Water Const. 21,610 80
Personal Services 13,732.17 14 Sewer Construction 122,990 51
Expenses 15 Sewer Construction 46,379.77
Supplies 327 29 16 Sewer Construction 37,700.00
Services 17 Pumping Station 101,126 56
Professional 4,820.18
Other 1,745 69 Articles - 1965
Hospital Services 2,102.67 8,668 54 14 Sewer Construction 1,219 20
Equipment 16 Sewer Construction 1,707.21
Automotive 1,200 00
Furn. & Fixtures 551.50 1,751 50 Article - 1963
Health Engineering 613 02 Sewer Construction 1,350 00
Dog Clinic 985 33
Total Health & Sanitation 727,235 40
Animal Inspection 1,188 96
Sanitary Land Fill 30,048.73 Highways
Garbage Collection 57,291 63
Public Facilities 2,354 55 Public Works Bldg
Article 29-1967 Mos- Expenses
quito Control 8,100 00 Supplies 11,265 99
Article 35-1967 Mental Services 4,736.87 16,002 86
Health 5,650.00 Public Works Bldg
Article 3-1961 Refuse 1966 Carryover 484 00
Disposal 350 00 Art 2a- 1966 P W. Bldg. 45,039 16
Art 2b- 1966 P.W. Bldg. 202,344 79
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Highways (Con't ) Highways (Con't )
Highway Maintenance Snow Removal
Expenses Expenses
Supplies 50,752.58 Supplies 35,606 39
Services 5,101 79 55,854.37 Services 34,469 06 70,075.45
Articles - 1967 Rep, to Equip. 10 658.22
10 Reconst Mass Ave. 13,565.01 Snow Removal 1966
26 Laconia Street 6,516 76 Carryover 9,261 67
44 Street Acceptance 500 00
52-55 Street Construction 80,673.09 Traffic Regulation
59 Blossomcrest Road 20,000 00 and Control
60 Street Construction 1,166.76 Expenses
62 Grove Street 800.00
Highway 1966 Carryover 3,938.45 Supplies 3,896.36
Services 1,560 64 5,457 00
Articles - 1966 Traffic Regulation
22 Highway Construction 58,522.59 1966 Carryover 588 48
23 Highway Construction 2,360 60
52 Beautification Mass Ave 36,199 95 Street Lights 79,300 00
Articles - 1965 Street Signs 1,305 38
21 Highway Construction 47,139.78 Total Highway 1,014,290 97
22 Highway Construction 1,358.53
28 Street Options 524 00
49 Street Construction 150.00 Welfare
65 Mass. Ave.Const. 724 00
Article - 1967 Public Welfare
18 Drain Construction 7,384 72 Administration
Personal Services 12,497.00
Article - 1966
Expenses
18 Drain Construction 23,975 45 Supplies 76 38
Article - 1965 Services 397 84 474 22
17 Drain Construction 1,387 83 Aid and Expenses
Article - 1967 Personal Services 2,901 00 1
19 Sidewalk 392.24 Expenses
Services
Article - 1966 Hospital 4,439 02
19 Sidewalk 31,172 05 Medical 124.65
Fuel & Clothing 182 07 4,745 74
Article - 1965
18 Sidewalk 1,428 58 Disability Assistance
Aid and Expenses 2,400 00
Road Machinery Federal Grants 4,010 69 6,410 69
Expenses Aid to Dependent Children
Supplies 50,121.55 Aid and Expenses 31,800.00
Services 3,270 21 53,391.76 Federal Grants 25,123.25 56,923 25
Art 24 1967 Rd Mach 82,499 03
Rd. Mach 1966 Carryover 734 41 Old Age Assistance
Art 24 1966 Rd Mach 41,414 00 Aid and Expenses 18,000.00
Federal Grants 25,919 13 43,919 13
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SCHEDULE OF 1967 EXPENSES
Welfare (Coni.) Schools (Coni.)
Medical Assistance Operation & Maint
Aid and Expenses 108,000 00 of Plant
Federal Grants 120,579.60 228,579.60 Salaries
Veterans' Benefits Custodians 314,134 16
Maintenance Men 48,063 28
Administration
Heat 56,173 76
Personal Services 4,530 80 Athletics 145,050.30
Expenses
Supplies
Contractual Serv. 91,546 58
Supp & Materials 27,493.20 682,461 28
2 54.50
Services
Aid and Expenses
449 50 704 00 Rental of Buildings 540 00
Transportation to Non-
cash Grants 22,943 99 Public Schools 16,751 32
Hospital Care 6,031 82 Acquisition of Assets
Medical and Dental 2,785.57
Other 1,680 64 33,442.02 Equipment 71,358.42
' Graves Registration 278.50 Out of State Travel 10,759.56
`F Total Welfare and Vocational Education 7,858 57
I. Veterans Benefits 395,405 95
Adult Education 18,378 09
Schools Music Project 29,010.25
Administration Summer Reading Project 33,243 71
Salaries - Adminis 106,364 36 Curriculum Research
Salaries - Clerks 72,093 39 and Development 19,595.81
1Expenses 24,066.70 202,524.45
Performing Arts Program 10,225 00
Instruction
k Salaries Pupil-Parents Counseling
Program 691.56
1 Coon &Dept.Heads 213,777 46
Principals 280,447 84 Business and Office{ Equip-
Teachers 4,076,662.48 ment Program 6,797 60
f Librarians 106,054 17
Guidance Couns 192,658 73 Articles - 1967
Psychologists 22,129.95 4,975 00
Secretaries 232,829 01 74 New Junior High School
91 School Fence 875.00
Textbooks 76,618.27 Articles - 1964
Contractual Sery 18,384 87
Supp. & Materials 268,595 04 7 Bowman School 500,635 82
Expenses 10,874.85 5,499,032.67 6 Bridge School 24,626 46
Other School Services Articles - 1963
Salaries 2 Secondary School 8,535.10
Attendance 30,814 72 42, 43 & 44 School Sites 41,331 64
{ Nurses & Doctors 56,808.99 7,478,808.14
I Food Service 19,841 52 Total School
Drivers 8,026.55
I Library
Psychiatrists 8 768.46
Personal Services 154,180 20
1 Contractual Sery 160,580 84
I Supplies & Materials 3,455 95 Expenses
Programs with Others 303.80 288,600.83 Supplies 8,692 42
Services 20,675.73
I1 Books & Subs. 30,861 60 60,229 75
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Library (Con't ) Unclassified (Con't )
Equipment Historic Dist Comm d
Office 5,334 24 1966 Carryover 109 50 1
Furn & Fixtures 1,086 87 6,421 11 Articles - 1966
Articles - 1967 14 Conservation 41,640.00
43 Library Improve 5,696 00 15 Conservation 3,360 00
61 Library Land 48,000.00 49 Town Gov't Comm 55 00 jJ
81 Conservation 12,263 00
Articles - 1966 88-89 Conservation 24,200.00
90-91 Conservation 16,675 00
34 State Aid 147 59 96 Conservation 1,000.00
State Aid to Libraries 6,823 75 Articles - 1964
Total Library 281,498 40 9 Conservation 767.73
21 Conservation 9,802 83
Parks, Recreation and 31 Conservation 18,596.42
Unclassified
Article - 1963
Parks 29 Conservation 3,358.58
Expenses 1
Supplies 18,183 26 Total Parks, Recreation a
Services 12,580 39 30,763 65 and Unclassified 316,575.42
Article - 1967 Public Service Enterprises
Center Playground 850 00 Water Maintenance +
Personal Services 2,995 30
Article - 1966 Expenses
Poplar St Playground 671 20 1
Supplies 21,903 69 y
Recreation Services 8,769 70 30,673 39 1
Personal Services 24,373.50 Water Services
Expenses Expenses
Supplies 8,188 39 1
Supplies 4,152 91
Services 3,342 20 7,495 11 Article - 1967
Unclassified 13 Water Construction 13,393.58 ?
Pensions Article - 1966
Fire 11,543.53 1
Police 24,260 08 35,803 61 13 Water Construction 3,357 63
Trustees of Public Article - 1963
Trusts 325.00 30 Water Construction 318.31
Capital Exp Comm 54 60
Standing School Bldg Total Public Service 58,926.60 1
Committee 483.20
Cemeteries
Permanent Bldg. Comm. 90.35
Personal Services 44,772 01
Town Celebra Comm. 4,682.99 Expenses
Historic Dist. Comm. 1,380.27 I'
Supplies 3,162.75
Conservation Comm. 825.13 Services 1,843 26 5,006 01
Board of Retirement 66,175.00 74,016 54 Equipment 6,793 75
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79 Conservation 10,593.75 29 Westview Development 3,061 87
80 Conservation 180 00
Total Cemeteries 54,627 63 1
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Miscellaneous
Refunds
Interest on Debt Real Estate Tax 61,572 36
School 273,522.25 Interest & Costs 511,89
Street 10,570 00 Motor Vehicle Ex Tax 30,305.38
Sewer 42,637 13 Inspection 1 50
Street & Sewer 1,160 00 Sewer 2,455.82
Street & Library 7,718 00 Street & Sidewalk 11 41
Library 4,350.00 Water 2,182 61
Public Works Bldg. 13,776.00 Board of Appeals 40.00
Town Office Bldg 3,000 00 Personal Property Tax 183 12
Water 10,745.00 Accts Rec Selectmen 18.00 97,282 09
Tax Anticipation 42,354 02 409,832 40
Dog Licenses 4,767.50
Maturing Debt Sale of Lots Land 153.00
Sewer 151,000 00 Accrued Int on Loans 791.67
Water 71,000.00 Premium on Loans 582 75
Streets 60,000 00 Perpetual Care Fund 12,335.00
Street,Sewer & Library 47,000.00 Tenney Fund 37 03
Town Offices 10,000 00 MDC Sewer Rates 6,675.00
Public Works Bldg 38,000.00 Federal W/H Tax 1,093,707 95
Library 15,000 00 State W/H Tax 138,370.93
School 799,000 00 1,191,000 00 Blue Cross&Group
Insurance 83,835 34
Total Debt & Interest 1,600,832 40 Sporting Licenses 4,707.50
State & County Assess 636,714 41
Athletics 83,92 3.07
Investments
Time Cert of Deposit 6,550,000 00 2,066,601 15
Tax Anticipation Loans 3,800,000 00 26,876,140 80
School Lunch Program
Personal Services 150,261 60
Supplies 250,411 74 400,673 34
RETIREMENT BOARD
The board of retirement received $65,000 from the town in 1967, as the town's share of paying
allowance to members who had retired During the year, six members applied and were granted retire-
ment Four beneficiaries were also added, due to people receiving retirement allowances from the con-
tributory retirement system
Due to the late date at which year-end amortized value of bonds held, is received from the state,
a balance sheet of the financial condition as of November 30, 1967 is submitted.
Assets Liabilities
Bonds $ 991,748 71 Annuity Savings Fund $ 359,859.56
Stocks 218,675.44 Annuity Reserve Fund 132,610 48
Cash 32,459 71 Military Service Fund 2,602.55
Accrued Interest 782 74 Pension Fund 231,845.08
(P/L) on Sale of Investments 295.25 Expense Fund 1,201 82
Refunds 18,403 58 Employee's Deductions 113,356 79
Annuities Paid 15,958 73 Investment Income 35,186.08
Expenses Paid 1,133 21
Pensions Paid 80,204.99
Total Assets $1,359,662.36 Total Liabilities $1,359,662 36
George P Morey, Chairman
Walter F Spellman Richard M Perry
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Account Expenditures & Trans 12/31/67 E & D 1968
Selectmen
Personal Services 31,588 49 35,142.00 3,553 51 3,553 51
Expenses 5,186.93 5,200 00 13.07 13.07
Clerical Labor Pool 6,733 12 6,750 00 16 88 16 88
Out of State Travel 350 00 350.00
Fire and Police Medical 2,401 50 3,000 00 598 50 598 50
Director of Guides 1,000.00 1,000 00
Town Clerk and Treasurer
Personal Services 31,525.71 32,208 00 682.29 682.29
Expenses 1,948 64 2,040.00 91 36 91 36
Vital Statistics 67.83 100,00 32.17 32.17
Out of State Travel 500 00 500 00
Foreclosure and Redemption 8 00 100 00 92 00 92.00
Trustees of Public Trusts
Administration 325.00 400 00 75.00 75.00
Board of Appeals
Personal Services 2,603 00 2,603.00
Expenses 1,492 04 1,960 00 467.96 497 96
Planning Board
Personal Services 17,355 17 17,590.00 234.83 234 83
Expenses 3,535.84 4,850.00 1,314 16 1,303.66 10.50
Insurance
Group 78,943.97 79,250 00 306.03 306.03
Muncipal 69,662 27 69,662.27
Printing Town Report 5,548 39 6,000 00 451 61 451 61
Law
Personal Services 4,000 00 4,000 00
Expenses 4,447 61 4,500.00 52 39 52 39
Special Fees 8,500.00 8,500 00
Special Counsel Fees 2,098 40 6,500 00 4,401 60 4,401 60
Elections
Jurisdiction Selectmen 6,120.31 7,054 00 933 69 933.69
Jurisdiction Town Clerk 824 59 885 00 60 41 60 41
Board of Registrars
Personal Services 1,820 53 3,725.00 1,904 47 1,904.47
Expenses 1,463.00 1,463 00
Committees
Appropriation Committee 2,932.74 3,200 00 267.26 267.26
Capital Expenditures Committee 54 60 75 00 20.40 20.40
Standing School Building Committee 483 20 500.00 16.80 16 80
Permanent Building Committee 90.35 300 00 209.65 209.65
Town Celebrations Committee 4,682 99 5,000 00 317 01 317 01
Historic Districts Commission 1,380 27 1,400 00 19 73 19.73
Conservation Commission 825.13 1,000 00 174.87 174 87
Recreation
Personal Services 24,373.50 24,400 00 26.50 26 50
Expenses 7,495 11 7,500.00 4 89 4.89
Collector
Personal Services 20,554.00 20,554 00
Expenses 2,068.35 2,075 00 6.65 6 65
Metered Mail 2,163 95 2,200.00 36 05 36.05
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Total Approp Balance To To
Account Expenditures & Trans. 12/31/67 E & D 1968
Comptroller
/' Personal Services 28,334 77 28,337 00 2.23 2.23
Expenses 1,438 49 1,440 00 1 51 1.51
Out of State Travel 250.00 250 00
Office Machines-Capital Outlay 8,522 64 8,523 00 36 .36
Office Machines-Mat and Repair 2,925.06 2,944.00 18 94 18 94
Assessors
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Personal Services 26,104 08 26,661 00 556.92 556.92
Expenses 2,542.19 2.615 00 72 81 72 81
1 Professional Services
1,000.00 1,000 00 1,000 00
Out of State Travel 182 75 200 00 17 25 17.25
I Health
Personal Services
13,732.17 13,925 00 192 83 192 83
Expenses 10,747 33 11,100 00 352.67 142 67 210.00
Out of State Travel 250 00 250 00 250 00
l Engineering 613 02 613 02
r Animal Inspection 1,188 96 1,270 00 81 04 81.04
Rabies 985.33 1,030 00 44 67 44 67
Dental Clinic
1 Personal Services 5,175.00 7,420 00 2,245 00 2,245 00
1 Expenses 533 23 800 00 266 77 266.77
Police
Personal Services 383,602 28 397,000.00 13,397.72 13,397.72
I Expenses 50,648.88 50,650 00 1 12 1 12
Parking Meter 269 04 500.00 230.96 12 96 218 00
Out of State Travel 2,795.17 3,415 00 619 83 619.83
Dog Officer
1 Personal Services 750 00 750 00
Expenses 726.28 800.00 73 72 73 72
i Fire
Personal Services 386,765.25 388,221.00 1,455.75 1,455 75
Expenses 35,348,77 41,400 00 6,051 23 942.56 5,108.67
f Ambulance 635.19 650.00 14.81 14 81
Out of State Travel 445 00 500 00 55 00 55.00
Forest Fires 99.00 100.00 1.00 1 00
Civil Defense
Personal Services 8,861.66 9,800.00 938 34 938 34
1 Expenses 8,189.02 8,200 00 10 98 10.98
Out of State Travel 225 00 225.00
Inspection
` Personal Services 22,749 24 27,884 00 5,134.76 5,134.76
Expenses 1,122 88 1,400 00 277 12 170 02 107.10
{ Out of State Travel 80.78 200.00 119.22 119 22
(I Weights and Measures
Personal Services 1,500.00 1,500.00
` Expenses 545 00 545.00
Public Welfare
Personal Services 12,497 00 12,497 00
Administration 625 00 625 00
I Aid and Expenses 7,646.74 9,000.00 1,353.26 1,353 26
Disability Assistance 2,400 00 2,400 00
Aid to Dependent Children 31,800.00 31,800.00
Old Age Assistance 18,000 00 •18,000.00
Medical Assistance to the Aged 108,000.00 108,000 00
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Total Approp Balance To To
Account Expenditures & Trans. 12/31/67 E & D 1968
Veterans' Benefits
Personal Services 4,530 80 4,893.00 362.20 362 20
Administration 704.00 1,454.00 750 00 750.00
Aid and Expenses 33,442 02 33,500.00 57.98 57 98
Graves Registration 278 50 350.00 71 50 71.50
Soldiers Burials 250 00 250 00 250.00
Cemetery
Personal Services 44,772.01 44,780.00 7 99 7.99
Expenses 12,073 85 12,711.00 637.15 637 15
Library
Personal Services 154,180 20 156,684.00 2,503.80 2,503.80
Expenses 66,650.86 66,652.06 1 20 1 20
Retirement Board
Accrued Liability and Expenses 66,175.00 66,175.00
Education
Personal Services 5,437,709.74 5,498,754 00 61,044 26 61,044.26
Expenses 984,809 39 988,674.00 3,864.61 864 61 3,000 00
Out of State Travel 10,795.56 10,950 00 154.44 154.44
Vocational Education Tuition
and Transportation 7,858.57 10,290.00 2,431.43 2,431 43
Debt
Interest on Debt 409,832 40 409,833 00 .60 .60
Maturing Debt 1,191,000 00 1,191,000.00
Public Works
Personal Services 480,755 33 480,755.33
Superintendent Public Works
Personal Service 50,100.43 56,090 00 5,989 57 5,989.57
Expenses 1,854.64 1,889.00 34.36 34 36
Out of State Travel 200 00 200 00 200.00
Engineering
Personal Services 74,623 34 78,976 00 4,352.66 4,352.66
Expenses 3,999.47 4,000.00 .53 53
Town Offices and Cary Memorial
Personal Services 20,245 07 20,246.00 .93 .93
Expenses 27,749.47 34,650 00 6,900 53 6,900.53
Public Works Building
Expenses 16,491.36 17,575.00 1,083 64 1,083 64
Highway Maintenance
Expenses 71,525 05 81,650.00 10,124 95 10,124 95
Road Machinery
Expenses 53,391.76 53,400.00 8 24 8 24
Snow Removal
Expenses 99,773.07 100,919 38 1,146.31 1,146.31
Traffic Regulation and Control
Expenses 5,999.52 6,000 00 .48 .48
Street Lights
Expenses 79,300 00 79,300.00
Street Signs
Expenses 1,489.89 1,500.00 10.11 10.11
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Total Approp Balance To To
Account Expenditures & Trans 12/31/67 E & D 1968
Sewer Maintenance
Expenses 23,741.08 23,749.00 7.92 7 92
Garbage Collection
Expenses 57,291 63 62,600.00 5,308 37 100.04 5,208 33
Sanitary Land Fill
Expenses 37,649 48 42,900 00 5,250 52 5,250 52
Water Maintenance
Expenses 38,909.21 39,878 00 968.79 968.79
Water Services
Expenses 9,473 03 9,500 00 26 97 26 97
Park
Expenses 30,763.65 32,680.00 1,916 35 17 15 1,899 20
Insect Suppression
Expenses 2,302.22 2,700.00 397.78 397 78
Shade Tree
Expenses 10,250.73 10,300.00 49.27 49.27
Dutch Elm Disease
Expenses 3,099 82 3,200 00 100 18 100.18
Public Facilities
Expenses 2,354.55 2,768 00 413.45 267 40 146 05
11,185,903 43 11,353,552 06 167,648 63
1967 Articles
2 Buckman Tavern Repro & Reconst 17 64 25,000 00 24,982 36 24,982 36
6 West Suburban Reg. Refuse Dis. 3,000.00 3,000.00 3,000 00
8 Traffic Study Bedford St Hartwell 16,000 00 16,000 00 16,000.00
9 No. Lexington Pumping Station 55.07 28,000 00 27,944 93 27,944 93
9 Reserve Fund (Orig amt $75 000)
10 Reconst & Paving Mass Ave 13,565 01 14,000 00 434 99 434 99
11 Police Pensions 24,260 08 28,500.00 4,239.92 4,239,92
11 Fire Pensions 11,543 53 17,514 00 5,970 47 5,970 47
12 Instruct. Pool (See Art. 68 Add ) 10,000 00 10,000 00 10,000 00
13 Water Mains 14,840 34 82,400 00 67,559 66 67,559.66
14 Sewer Mains 226,509 16 275,360 00 48,850 84 48,850 84
15 Sewer Main Volunteer Way 652.50 72 500.00 71 847.50 71,847 50
16 Sewer Main Constr Hartwell Ave 26 35 180,000 00 179,973 65 179,973.65
17 Sewer Constr Misc. Trunk 861.80 250,000.00 249,138.20 249,138 20
18 Drains 10,025.85 18,400 00 8,374.15 8,374 15
19 Sidewalks 392 24 31,000 00 30,607 76 30,607.76
20 Curbings 5,000 00 5,000 00 5,000 00
21 Chap 90 Highway Maint 4,500 00 4,500.00 4,500.00
22 Chap. 90 Constr. Lowell St. 60,000.00 60,000.00 60,000.00
24 Road Machinery Equipment 82,499 03 82,500 00 97 .97
26 Laconia Street 6,516 76 23,000 00 16,483 24 16,483 24
29 Mosquito Control 8,100 00 8,100 00
30 Appraisal and Options 2,500.00 2,500.00 2,500 00
33 Westview Cemetery Development 4,000.00 4,000.00 4,000 00
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Total Approp Balance To To
Account Expenditures & Trans. 12/31/67 E & D 1968
1967 Articles Continued
35 Mystic Valley Childrens Clinic 5,650.00 5,650.00
37 Engineering Service Sewer Maint 10,000 00 10,000 00 10,000 00
38 New Ambulance 7,878 00 8,000 00 122.00 122.00
41 Police Academy 1,400 00 1,400 00 1,400 00
43 Branch Library - Improv & Renov 5,696 00 7,000 00 1,304 00 1,304.00
44 Land Acquisition 500.00 500.00
52 -55 Land Acquisition Const of Ways 80,673.00 88,900.00 8,226.91 8,226.91
59 Street - Blossomcrest Road 20,000.00 20,000 00
60 Street - Phillips Road 1,166 76 30,000 00 28,833 24 28,833.24
61 Library - Land & Building 48,000 00 48,000.00
62 Land - Grove Street 800.00 800.00
63 Land Marrett Road 10,000 00 10,000 00 10,000 00
65 Land - Peacock Farms 2,000 00 2,000 00 2,000 00
69 Spectator Stands 850 00 850.00
68 Instructional Pool(See Art. 12 of 6/67) 20,000 00 20,000 00 20,000 00
74 New Junior High School 4,975 00 20,000 00 15,025 00 15,025.00
75 Beautification Committee 200.00 200.00 200.00
77 Conservation Fund 2,000 00 2,000 00 2,000 00
78 Conservation Land - Whipple Hill 50,000.00 50,000.00 50,000.00
79 Conservation Land - Pihl 10,593 75 11,300 00 706 25 706 25
80 Conservation Land - Kingston Homes 180.00 16,000 00 15,820.00 15,820.00
83 General By Laws Com. Exp. 1,094.50 1,300 00 205 50 205 50
91 Fence - Adams School 875 00 875 00
1966 Articles
Municipal Insurance Carry-Over 36,293 61 37,837.65 1,544.04 1,544.04
Planning Board-Carry-Over 69 43 69 43
Board of Registrars P S Carry-Over 866.00 866.58 .58 .58
Historic Dist. Comm. Carry-Over 109 50 109 50
Comptroller Exp Carry-Over 426 96 426 96
Assessors Exp Carry-Over 189.89 189.89
Police Exp Carry-Over 340.16 340.16
Fire Carry-Over Expenses 708.31 735 00 26 69 26 69
Forest Fires Carry-Over 500 00 500 00
Inspection Exp Carry-Over 121.85 121 85
Engineering Exp Carry-Over 234.88 263 97 29 09 29 09
Town Offices and Cary Memorial
Exp Carry-Over 4,724 25 4,724 25
Public Works Bldg Exp Carry-Over 484 00 543 84 59 84 59.84
Highway Maint. Carry-Over 3,938.45 3,938 45
Road Machinery - Carry-Over 734 41 734.41
Traffic Reg & Contr Carry-Over 588 48 5,863 87 5,275 39 5,275 39
Snow Removal - Carry-Over 9,261.67 9,261.67
2A Public Works Bldg 45,039.16 65,855.00 20,815.84 20,815 84
2B Public Works Bldg 202,508 04 214,819 83 12,311 79 12,311.79
4 Sewer,Water Mains, Conduits & Dr 21,610 80 38,557 72 16,946 92 16,946 92
13 Water Mains 3,357 63 3,357.63
14 Conservation Committee 41,640.00 41,640 00
15 Playground, Street Etc 3,360 00 3,360 00
14 Sewer Mains 122,990.51 123,793 15 802 64 802 64 1
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` Total Approp Balance To To
Account Expenditures & Trans. 12/31/67 E & D 1968
` 1966 Articles Continued
15 Sewer Mains, Bedford St 46,379 77 56,688 75 10,308 98 10,308 98
16 Sewer Mains, Emerson Rd 37,700 00 38,200 00 500 00 500.00
17 Sewer Mains, Mill Brook Rd 101,126 56 102,792 40 1,665 84 1,665 84
18 Drains 23,975.45 28,309.53 4,334.08 4,334.08
19 Sidewalks 31,172 05 31,172 05
f 22 Chap 90 Hgwy Const Mass. Ave 58,522 59 94,200.86 35,678.27 35,678 27
23 Street, Lowell St 2,360 00 2,360 00
24 Equipment Public Works 41,414.00 41,947.47 533.47 533 47
I 30 Westview Cemetery Devel 4,000 00 4,000 00 4,000 00
34 Improving Library Services 147 59 147 59
b 36 Town Office Bldg. Plans & Specs. 2,000.00 2,000.00 2,000 00
I 38 Cary Memorial Bldg & Town Office
Emergency Power 10,000.00 10,000.00 10,000.00
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39 Radio Comm Pur & Install 8,209 84 37,000 00 28,790 16 28,790 16
40 Central Fire Sta. Fire Alarm 5,856.43
36,000.00 30,143.57 30,143 57
41 Playground - Harrington School 46 29 46 29 46 29
f 46 Playground - Winter St. 3,000.00 3,000.00 3,000.00
47 Playground - Poplar St 671 20 1,000 00 328 80 328 80
49 Town Government Committee 55.00 2,721.05 2,666.05 2,666 05
50 School Land - Highland Ave 60,000.00 60,000 00 60,000 00
51 Land - Lowell & Woburn Sts 15,000 00 15,000 00 15,000.00
52 Center Beautification 36,948 35 60,000.00 23,051 65 23,051 65
7 4 & 78 Street Constr. Sundry Sts. 473 71 473.71 473 71
81 Conservation Fund-Land
I Winchester, Arlington Line 12,263.00 13,975.00 1,712 00 1,712 00
88 & 89 Conservation Fund West Farm 24,200 00 24,200 00
C 90 Conservation Fund Roberts 16,675 00 17,000 00 32! 00 325.00
96 Old Reservoir - Marrett Rd
1,000.00 1,000.00
1965 Articles
14 Sewer Mains 1,219 20 43,830.84 42,611.64 42,611 64
16 Sewer Mains, No. Lexington 1,707 21 159,563 93 157,856 72 157,856.72
17 Drains 1,387 83 1,387 83
` 18 Sidewalks 1,428.58 3,800.47 2,371.89 2,371.89
21 Chap 90 Hgwy Const Mass Ave 47,139 78 58,938 00 11,798 22 11,798 22
22 Lowell St 1,358 53 1,598 81 240 28 240 28
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' 28 Street Options 524 00 1,480 00 956 00 956 00
29 Westview Cemetery Development 3,061 87 3,525.53 463 66 463 66
f 31 Sewer Mains-Woodhaven 8,337 06 8,337 06 8,337.06
34 Front Entrance of Cary Library 4,000 00 4,000 00 4,000 00
35 Relocate Fire Alarm - Spring St. 1,279.56 2,564 00 1,284.44 1,284.44
1 36 Relocate Fire Alarm - Waltham St 2,815 54 4,476 20 1,660 66 1,660 66
34-48 Land Acquisition 900 79 900 79 900.79
I 49-55 Street Construction 150 00 280 60 130 60 130 60
65 Widening Mass. Ave. 724.00 7,373.50 6,649.50 6,649 50
1 72 Public Facilities Construction 1,059 89 1,059 89
75 Valleyfield St. - Land 3,000.00 3,000.00 3,000 00
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APPROPRIATION ACCOUNTS - 1967
Total Approp Balance To To
Account Expenditures & Trans. 12/31/67 E & D 1968
1964 Articles
Special Counsel Carry-Over 286 60 286 60
6 Bridge School 24,626.46 29,267.89 4,641.43 4,641.43
7 Bowman School 500,635 82 576,157 99 75,522 17 75,522.17
99 6 8 64 Conservation General Fund 767 73 1,426.11 658.38 658.38
16 Sewer Mains 7,730 67 7,730 67 7,730 67
21 Conservation Fund - Soil Survey 50 13 50.13 50.13
21 Chap 90 Hgwy Construction 9,802 83 9,802 83
31 Reimbursing Subdividers 18,596.42 25,000.00 6,403.58 6,403.58
35 Town General By-Laws 68 00 68 00
43 Estabrook School Recreation 1,000.00 1,000.00 1,000.00
1963 Articles
2 New Secondary School 8,535.10 19,611.58 11,076.48 11,076.48
2 Kiln Brook 30,000 00 30,000 00 30,000 00
15 Sewer Construction 1,350.00 1,350 00
27 Street Options 1,850 00 1,850 00 1,850 00
29 Reimbusing Subdividers 3,358 00 3,358 00
30 Water-Grove St & Rte 128 318.31 318 31
41 Civil Defense Alarm System 92 50 92 50 92 50
45 Land Acquisition-Meagherville 10,000 00 10,000.00 10,000 00
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29 Hartwell Ave 6,000 00 6,000 00 6,000.00
37-38-39 Willard Woods, Summer St. 10,850.00 10,850.00 10,850.00
42-43-44 School Sites, Land Acq 41,331 64 47,778 92 6,447 28 6,447 28
1961 Articles
3 Dump Site Acquisition 350 00 5,952.44 5,602.44 5,602 44
1960 Articles
6 Water Construction 24" Main 1,000,00 1,000 00 1,000 00
50 Estabrook Elementary School 9,033.53 9,033.53 9,033.53
1958 Articles
4 Diamond Junior High School 15,228.96 15,228.96 15,228.96
1956 Articles
17 Junior High Sites 10,450 00 10,450 00 10,450 00
36 Library Addition 6,268.88 6,268 88 6,268 88
TOTALS 13,397,359.49 15,326,799.04 1,929,439.55 164,234.26 1,765,205.29
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' Town Debt and Interest
Rate of Amount of Principal Balance Interest
Date School Interest Original Issue Paid in 1967 12/31/67 Paid in 1967
12-01-47 Elementary Land 1.5 % 22,000.00 1,000 00 0 00 15 00
' 12-01-47 High School Land 1 5 % 25,000 00 1,000.00 0 00 15 00
{ 6-01-48 Fiske School 1.75% 500,000 00 25,000.00 25,000.00 656.25
8-01-51 High School 1 75% 1,740,000.00 85,000 00 340,000.00 7,437 50
I 8-01-50 Parker School 1.75% 100,000.00 5,000 00 15,000.00 350 00
( 5-01-53 High School Completion 2 2 % 160,000 00 5,000.00 30,000.00 715.00
1-01-54 Fiske School Addition 2.1 % 310,000.00 15,000,00 105,000 00 2,362.50
I 8-01-54 Hastings School 1 8 % 700,000 00 35,000.00 245,000.00 5,040 00
10-01-55 Harrington School 2.3 % 700,000 00 35,000.00 280,000 00 7,245.00
12-01-55 High School Addition 2.4 % 775,000.00 39,000 00 307,000.00 8,304,00
9-01-56 Franklin Addition #1 3 0 % 470,000 00 25,000.00 195,000 00 6,600 00
11-15-57 Harrington & Hastings
Addition 3 6 % 180,000 00 10,000 00 80,000.00 3,240 00
I 8-01-57 Franklin Addition #2 3.4 % 60,000 00 3,000.00 30,000 00 1,122 00
( 8-01-58 Muzzey Alterations 2 9 % 330,000.00 30,000 00 30,900.00 1,740 00
8-01-58 Diamond Jr, High 2.9 % 2,050,000 00 105,000.00 1,105,000 00 35,090.00
I 7-15-60 Estabrook School 3.6 % 1,045,000.00 55,000 00 660,000.00 25,740 00
4-11-63 Secondary School 3 0 % 3,200,000 00 160,000.00 2,560,000 00 79,200.00
2-16-65 Bridge School 3.0 % 1,345,000.00 70,000 00 1,205,000.00 37,200 00
I 1-01-66 Bowman School 3 5 % 1,510,000 00 80,000.00 1,430,000 00 51,450.00
I Total School 15,222,000 00 784 000 00 8,642,000 00 273,522 25
I General Purposes
9-01-56 Library 3 0 % 295,000 00 15,000.00 130,000 00 4,350.00
9-01-56 Town Office 3 0 % 215,000 00 10,000.00 90,000 00 3,000.00
I 8-01-57 Street-Sewer-Library 3 4 % 490,000 00 27,000 00 200,000 00 7,718 00
1 8-01-58 Street and Sewer 2.9 % 225,000 00 20,000 00 20,000.00 1,160 00
/ 8-22-66 Public Works Building 4 2 % 328,000.00 35,000 00 293,000.00 13,650 00
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Total Gen. Pur 1,553,000 00 107,000 00 733,000 00 29,878.00
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7-15-60 Construction 3 6 % 120,000 00 10,000.00 30,000 00 1,440.00
12-01-61 Worthen Road 2 8 % 310,000 00 30,000 00 120,000 00 4,200 00
6-01-65 Massachusetts Avenue 2.9 % 200,000.00 20,000.00 160,000 00 4,930.00
Total Street 730,000.00 60,000 00 310,000 00 10,570 00
Sewer
6-01-48 Trunk Construction 1 75% 275,000 00 10,000 00 85,000 00 1,575.00
3-01-50 Trunk Construction 1 75% 190,000 00 5,000.00 65,000 00 1,181.25
8-01-51 Trunk Construction 1.75% 95,000.00 5,000 00 15,000.00 350 00
' 8-01-52 Sunnyfield 2 0 % 175,000 00 5,000.00 75,000 00 1,600.00
' 8-01-54 Trunk Construction 1 8 % 100,000 00 5,000.00 35,000 00 720.00
7-15-60 Trunk Construction 3.6 % 330,000.00 15,000 00 195,000.00 7,560 00
12-01-55 Trunk Sewer 2 4 % 400,000 00 20,000.00 160,000 00 4,320.00
' 12-01-55 Trunk Construction 2.4 % 70,000.00 3,000 00 24,000.00 648 00
7-01-56 Various Sewers 2 3 % 45,000 00 3,000.00 12,000 00 345 00
8-01-59 Sundry Sewers 3.9 % 100,000.00 5,000 00 60,000.00 2,535 00
5-15-59 Shade Street Weston 3 4 % 210,000 00 10,000.00 120,000.00 4,250 00
2-01-64 Woodhaven 3 1 % 500,000 00 25,000 00 425,000 00 13,562.50
5-01-65 Trunk Construction 2 4 % 165,000.00 55,000 00 55,000.00 2,640 00
' 8-01-67 Trunk Construction 3 8 % 750,000.00 --- 750,000.00 ---
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Total Sewer 3,405,300.00 166,000 00 2,076,000 00 41,286 00
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Water
6-01-47 16" Mains 1.5 % 100,000.00 4,000 00 20,000.00 330 00
8-01-54 6" - 16" Mains 1 8 % 100,000 00 5,000.00 10,000 00 270 00
12-01-61 24" Mains 2.8 % 420,000 00 40,000 00 160,000.00 5,600 00
7-01-56 6" - 16" Mains 2 3 % 110,000.00 7,000 00 28,000 00 805 00
8-01-57 6" - 16" Mains 3 4 % 260,000 00
15,000.00 95,000 00 3,740 00
r Total Water 990,000 00 71,000 00 313,000 00 10,745 00
t Grand Total 21,900,000 00 1,188,000.00 12,074,000 00 366,002 00
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Trustees of Public Trusts
Orin W. Fiske--Battle Green Trust Fund
The income of this fund is to be used "for the maintenance of
the Lexington Battle Green or the monuments erected thereon."
Corpus $ 500.00
Principal--Deposit Cambridge
Savings Bank $ 500.00
Accumulated Income--Deposit
Lexington Savings Bank
Balance 1-1-67 $ 112.54
Income Receipts 30.44
Balance 12-31-67 142.98
The Beals Fund
The income of this fund is to be expended "for the benefit of
worthy, indigent, aged, Men and Women over sixty years of age,
American Born."
Corpus 2,000.00
Principal-Deposit Lexington
Savings Bank 2,000.00
Accumulated Income--Deposit
Lexington Savings Bank
Balance 1-1-67 2,594.54
Income Receipts 209.65
Balance 12-31-67 2,804.19
HALLIE C. BLAKE PRIZE FUND
It is believed that, "the income is to be expended annually
in two cash prizes to the two seniors (a boy and a girl) in each
successive graduating class of the Lexington High School, who by
example and influence have shown highest qualities of leadership,
conduct and character and who possess in the largest measure the
good will of the Student Body."
Corpus 1,118.34
16 Shares Amer. Tel & Tel 1,026.15
Principal-Deposit Lexington
Savings Bank 92.19
Accumulated Income--Deposit
Lexington Savings Bank
Balance 1-1-67 135.44
Income Receipts 79.45
Less-Disbursements 100.00
Balance 12-31-67 114.89
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 Masonic Temple."
Corvus
p3,000 Interstate Power Co. 2,958.00
5 First Mortgage Bonds due
51-87 2,865.00
Principal-Deposit Lexington
Savings Bank 93.00
Accumulated Income--Deposit
Lexington Savings Bank
Balance 1-1-67 852.54
Income Receipts 193.63
Disbursements for Town 202.00
Balance 12-31-67 844.17
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TRUSTEES OF PUBLIC TRUSTS
( Leroy S. drown Fund
The "income therefrom used towards defraying the expense of an
appropriate and dignified celebration or observance by said Town
of the anniversary of the Battle of Lexington fought in said
1 Lexington on the nineteenth day of April, 1775."
' Corpus 5,000.00
1/ $5,000 U.S. Treasury Bonds
/ 32% due 6-15-83 5,000.00
,ccumulated Income Lexington
Savings Bank
Balance 1-1-67 2,101.55
Income Receipts 286.84
Balance 12-31-67 2,388.39
Cemetary Trust Funds -- Munroe
Corpus
Principal-Lexington Savings 42,610.00
Bank (Various Deposits) 33 610.00
Principal-Warren Institution
for Savings (Various Deposits) 9,000.00
Accumulated Income--Deposit
Lexington Savings Bank
Balance 1-1-67 11,392.34
Income Receipts 2,053.68
Balance 12-31-67 13,446.02
Colonial Cemetary
Corpus 1,400.00
( Principal-Lexington Savings
Bank (Various Deposits) 1,400.00
Accumulated Income--Deposit
Lexington Savings Bank
Balance 1-1-67 355.51
Income Receipts 75.52
Balance 12-31-67 431.03
Frederick L. Emery Fund
lThe income is to be used by the Lexington Field and Garden Club
for the work of "grading, grassing and keeping in order grass borders
f lying between side walks of footpaths and the driveways on public
streets, and in otherwise beautifying the public streets, ways and
places in said Town, preference to be given to said objects in order
stated."
Corpus 5,011.25
10 Paid-Up Shares Lexington
Federal Savings and Loan
Association 2,000.00
$1,000 Interstate Power Co.
r 5% 1st Mortgage due 5-1-87 990.00
$2,000 Virginia Electric and Power
Co. 42% 1st Mortgage
Bonds due 12-1-87 2,000.00
' Principal--Deposit Lexington
Savings Bank 21.25
Accumulated Income--Lexington
Savings Bank
Balance 1-1-67 1,171 .88
Income aeceipts 262.57
11 Balance 12-31-67 1,437.45
27
TRUSTEES OF PUBLIC TRUSTS
Emma I. Fiske Flower Fund
For the preservation and care of a specific cemetary lot.
Corpus 300.00
Principal--Deposit Lexington
oavings Bank 300.00
Accumulated Income--Deposit
Lexington Savings Bank
Balance 1-1-67 142.11
Income Receirts 20.12
Less-Disbursements 3.00
Balance 12-31-67 159.23
Charles E. French Colonial Cemetery Fund
The "annual income, thereof to be devoted to the care of the
o1clAr part of the cemetary in which repose the remains of Rev. John
Fancock and wife. The vault enclosing their remains to receive due
care."
Corpus 1,961.65
$2, 000 Chicago Great Western
Railway 40 1988 1,565.00
Principal--Deposit Lexington
Savings Bank 396.65
Accumulated Income--Deposit
Lexington Savings Bank
Balance 1-1-67 847.19
Income Receipts 138.04
Balance 12-31-67 985.23
Charles E. French Medal Fund
The income is to be used annually to purchase silver medals
to be distributed to pupils in the enior High and in the Junior
High School "for the best scholarship (military and mechanic arts
not included)."
Corpus 2,519.26
$2,000 Baltimore and Ohio
Equipment Trust Series GG
3 5/8% due 1-1-71 1,735.78
$1,000 Chicago Great Western
Railway 4% 1988 782.50
Principal--Deposit Lexington
Savings Bank .98
Accumulated Income--Deposit
Lexington Savings Bank
Balance 1-1-67 1,747.28
Income Receipts 193.70
Disbursed for awards 37.68
Balance 12-31-67 1,903.30
28
TRUSTEES OF PUBLIC TRUSTS
Jonas Gemmel Trust
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 as shall tend to pro-
mote their health and comfort."
Corpus 500.00
Principal—Deposit Lexington
Savings Bank 500.00
Accumulated Income--Deposit
Lexington Savings Bank
Balance 1-1-67 272.85
Income Receipts 34.14
Less-Disbursements 24.50
Balance 12-31-67 282.49
George I. Gilmore Fund
"To the Town of Lexington, . . . the sum of Ten Thousand Dollars
($10,000), the income therefrom to be used as the Town may from time
to time vote; and if at any time special use arises to which in the opin-
ion of the Selectmen the principal of said Fund may be applied, then
the principal of said fund may be so applied upon vote of the Town
Meeting authorizing same."
Corpus 8,886.65
40 Shares Boston Edison 1,636.15
25 Shares Standard Oil of N.J. 1,857.72
$5,000 Georgia Power Co.
First Mortgage 4 3/8% 4,312.50
$1,000 Chesapeake and Ohio
4j% 1992 880.00
Principal--Deposit Lexington
Savings Bank
Balance 1-1-67 200.28
Income--Deposit Lexington
Savings Bank
Balance 1-1-67 5,471.29
Income Receipts 687.91
Balance 12-31-67 6,159.20
Harriet R. Gilmore Trust for the Benefit of the Poor
The income is to be expended under the direction of the Board
of Public Welfare "for the benefit of
poor people in said Lexington,
whether the same shall be inmates of the Alms House in said Town or
otherwise."
Corpus 500.00
Principal--Deposit Lexington
Savings Bank 500.00
Accumulated Income--Deposit
Lexington Savings Bank
Balance 1-1-67 833.58
Income Receipts 60.84
Balance 12-31-67 894.42
29
TRUSTEES OF PUBLIC TRUSTS
Hayes Fountain Trust Fund
The "income is to be used for the perpetual care of the fountain
and grounds immediately around it."
Corpus 862.72
Principal--Deposit Lexington
Savings Bank 862.72
Accumulated Income--Deposit
Lexington Savings Bank
Balance 1-1-67 666.16
Income Receipts 69.75
Balance 12-31-67 735.91
Herbert Hilton Fund
for the preservation and care of a specific cemetery lot.
Corpus 4,577.47
Principal--Deposit Lexington
Savings Bank 4,577.47
Accumulated Income--Deposit
Lexington Savings Bank
Balance 1-1-67 948.78
Income Receipts 251.29
Less-Disbursements 79.00
Balance 12-31-67 1,121.07
Everett Iii. Mulliken Fund
The "income--shall be used under the supervision of the proper
Town Authorities, for the care of Hastings Park in said Lexington."
Corpus 4,895.00
$5, 000 Central Maine Power Co.
1st Mortgage 4 7/8o Bonds
due 5-1-87 4,812.50
Principal--Deposit Lexington
Savings Bank 82.50
Accumulated Income--Deposit
Lexington Savings Bank
Balance 1-1-67 2,570.21
Income Receipt' 365.62
Balance 12-31-67 2,935.83
Henry S. Raymond Fund
For the preservation and care of specific cemetery lots.
Corpus 1,500.00
Principal--Deposit Lexington
Savings Bank 1,500.00
Accumulated Income--Deposit
Lexington Savings Bank
Balance 1-1-67 132.02
Income Receipts 87.80
Less-Disbursements 13.00
Balance 12-31-67 506.82
Sarah E. Raymond Library Fund
"The income only from said fund shall be used for the purchase
of books for the public library of said Town of Lexington, now known
as the Cary Memorial Library."
Corpus 500.00
Principal--Deposit Providence
Institution for Savings 500.00
30
TRUSTEES OF PUBLIC TRUSTS
Edith C. Redman Trust
The "income only therefrom to be used and applied for the care
and maintenance of the Lexington Common, known as "Battle Green".
Corpus 500.00
Principal--Deposit Lexington
Savings Bank 500.00
Accumulated Income Deposit
Lexington Savings Bank
Balance 1-1-67 336.35
Income Receipts 35.11
Less-Disbursement 270.00
Balance 12-31-67 101.46
F. Foster Sherburne and Tenny Sherburne Fund
"The net income from said fund shall be awarded annually or
oftener to educate or assist in the education of such deserving young
men or women domiciled in said Town of Lexington at the time of any
such award as shall be selected by "a committee consisting of the
Superintendent of Schools, the minister of the First Congregational
Unitarian Society in Lexington, and the Chairman of the Board of
Selectmen." It is the purpose of this Fund to continue the long es-
tablished practice of . . . F. Foster Sherburne, during his lifetime,
and thus to enable young men and women to obtain an education in a
well recognized College or University of higher education. The
beneficiaries shall be selected without regard to their race, color,
sex or religious beliefs, consideration being given not only to their
scholastic ability but also to their character, habits and financial
needs, and such awards shall be solely for the payment of tuition.
Corpus 24,702.57
$4, 000 Chicago Great Western
Railway 40 1988 3,150.00
$2,000 Interstate Power Co.
1st Mortgage 5 1/8%
5-1-89 1,970.00
$10,000 Niagara Mohawk Power
4 3/4% 1990 9,900.00
$5,000 No. Pacific Railway
4% 1997 4,362,50
$5,000 Columbus and Southern
Ohio Electric Company 4
Bonds due 3-1-87 4,926.51
Principal--Deposit Lexington
Savings Bank 393.56
Accumulated Income--Deposit
Lexington Savings Bank
Balance 1-1-67 1,082.52
Income Receipts 1,215.14
Less-Disbursements,
Scholarships 1,200.00
Balance 12-31-67 1,097.66
31
TRUSTEES OF PUBLIC TRUSTS
George 0. Smith Fund
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."
Corpus
$4,000 South Pacific Co.--1st 2,507.65
'507 65
Mortgage 2 3/L% Bond Series
F due 1-1-96 2,335.44
Principal--Deposit Lexington
Savings Bank 172.21
Accumulated Income--Deposit
Lexington Savings Bank
Balance 1-1-67 605.00
Income Receipts 110.00
Balance 12-31-67 715.00
Ellen A. Stone Fund
The interest, as it accrues, is to be paid "to the School
Committee who are to employ it in aiding needing and deserving young
women of Lexington in getting a good school education."
Corpus 2,006.25
$2, 000 Virginia Electric and
Power Company 41% 1st
Mortgage Bonds due 12-1-87 2,000.00
Principal--Deposit Lexington
Savings Bank 6.25
Accumulated Income--Deposit
Lexington Savings Bank
Balance 1-1-67 284.35
Income Receipts 97.41
Less-Disbursements
Scholarship 280.00
Balance 12-31-67 101.76
George W. Taylor Flag Fund
The "income to be used for the care, preservation and replace-
ment 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."
Corpus 2,006.25
$2, 000 Virginia Electric and
Power Company 42 1st
Mortgage Bonds due 12-1-87 2,000.00
Principal--Deposit Lexington
Savings Bank 6.25
Accumulated Income--Deposit
Lexington Savings Bank
Balance 1-1-67 378.66
Income Receipts 102.38
Less-Disbursements 484.75
Balance 12-31-67 - 3.71
32
TRUSTEES OF PUBLIC TRUSTS
George W. Taylor Tree Fund
The "income...is to be expended for the care, purchase and
preservation of trees for the adornment of said Town."
Corpus 2,006.25
$2, 000 Virginia Electric and
Power Company 4i% 1st
Mortgage Bonds due 12-1-87 2,000.00
Principal--Deposit Lexington
Savings Bank 6.25
Accumulated Income--Deposit
Lexington Savings Bank
Balance 1-1-67 918.76
Income Receipts 132.19
Balance 12-31-67 1,050.95
Albert Ball Tenney Memorial Fund
The income is "to be used to provide nightly illumination of
the (Lexington Minute Man) Statue."
Corpus 4,531.80
$4,000 Hocking Valley
4 Bonds due 1999 3,870.74
Principal--Deposit Lexington
Savings Bank 661.06
Accumulated Income--Deposit
Lexington Savings bank
Balance 1-1-67 1,149.08
Income Receipts 264.27
Balance 12-31-67 1,413.35
William Augustus Tower Memorial Park Fund
The "income thereof to be applied by said Town in each and
every year for the care, maintenance and improvement of 'Tower Parkt."
Corpus 9,863.44
Less-Loss on Sale 4M U.S. Treas. Bonds 880.00 8,983.44
$2,000 New England Power
Company 4% 1st Mortgage Bonds 1,510.00
$2,000 Western Mass. Electric Co.
4 3/8; 1st Mortgage Series C 1,590.00
$10,000 South Pacific Co. 1st
Mortgage 2 3/4o Bonds Series F
due 1-1-96 5,750.00
Principal--Deposit Warren
Institution for Savings 113.44
Principal--Deposit Lexington
Savings Bank
Receipts 3,120.00
Disbursements 3,100.00
Balance 12-31-67 20.00
Accumulated Income--Deposit
Lexington Savings Bank
Balance 1-1-67 2,038.71
Income R&Laipts 557.97
Less-Disbursements 33.23
Balance 12-31-67 2,563.45
33
TRUSTEES OF PUBLIC TRUSTS
Westview Cemetery--Perpetual Care
Corpus
Balance ]141,652.01
Proceeds on Bond Registration Adjustment - 108.69
Town of Lexington 12,200.00
Gain on Sale 1,377.03 155,120.35
$28,000 Columbus & Southern Ohio
Electric Company 42 Bonds
due 3-1-87 27,6148.29
$1,000 Oklahoma Gas & Electric
3 7/8% Bonds due 1988 872.50
$15,000 North Pacific Railway
Co. Prior Lien. Mortgage
14% Bonds due 1-1-97 12,414.51 17
$15,000 Missouri Pacific Equip-
ment Trust Certificates 5 1/8%
Series M due 10-15-69 14,913.10
$5,000 Alabama Power Co. 1st
Mortgage 14 5/8% Bonds due
5-1-87 4,543.75
$12,000 Chicago Great Western
Railway 1st Mortgage 14
Bond Series A due 1-1-88 9,2141.05
$14,000 Hocking Valley
4 Bonds due 1999 3,870.74
$ 2 6 ,000 Alabama Power Co. 1st
Mortgage 3 7/8% Bonds due
1-1-88 5,085.00
$10,000 Great Northern Railway
3 1/8% 1990 6,751.25
$1,000 Idaho Power Company L
Bonds due 1-1-87 972.50
$3,000 Central Maine Power 3 5/8%
Bonds due 3-1-83 2,550.00
210 Shares First National Bank
of Boston 13,055.00
125 Shares Morgan Guaranty
Trust Co. 10,5147.22
295 Shares State Street Bank
and Trust Co. 11,070.00
255 Shares Shawmut Assoc. Inc. 12,236.13
$15,000 Northwes' -rn Bell Telephone Co.
14 3/8% Debentures due 3-1-2003 11,006.25
$5,000 General Telephono Co. of Calif.
42i 1st Mortgage due 9-1-86 3,993.75
Principal-Deposit Lexington
Savings Bank
Balance 1-1-67 229.19
Receipts 31,356 25
Disbursements 27,236.13
Balance 12-31-67 4,349.31
Accumulated Income--Deposit
Lexington Savings Bank
Balance 1-1-67 9,931.83
Income Receipts 6,1141.09
Less-Disbursement to
Town 5,000.00
Balance 12-31-67 11,072.92
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TRUSTEES OF PUBLIC TRUSTS
Charles Lyman Weld Fund
The entire fund, both principal and income, are available upon
a vote of the Town "for educational purposes or Chapel at Westview
Cemetery."
Corpus 2,553.82
Principal--Deposit Lexington
Savings Bank
Balance 1-1-67 2,44.37
Income Receipts 111.45
Balance 12-31-67 2,553.82
Louise E. Wilkins Flower Fund
Corpus 77.60
Principal--Deposit Lexington
Savings Bank
Balance 1-1-67 76.19
Income Receipts 3.41
Less-Disbursement 2.00
Balance 12-31-67 77.60
TRUSTEES OF PUBLIC TRUSTS
George P. Morey, Chairman
William R. McEwen Gaynor Rutherford
Bridge Charitable Fund
"The annual income accruing from said Trust Fund shall be
annually distributed or expended at Christmas, or in December or
January, or other suitable time, at the discretion of the Selectmen...
among the deserving poor of said Town of Lexington without distinc-
tion of sex or religion."
Corpus $14,930.73
$1, 000 Virginia Electric and
Pwer Company 42 1st Mortgage
Bonds due 12-1-87 $1,000.00
$4,000 South Pacific Co. 1st
Mortgage 2 3/4% Bond Series
F due 1-1-96 2,300.00
$10,000 North Pacific Railway
3% 2047 6,162.50
82 Shares First National Bank
of Boston 4,995.81
Principal-Deposit Lexington
Savings Bank
Balance 1-1-67 472.42
Accumulated Income--Deposit
Lexington Savings Bank
Balance 1-1-67 $9,251.46
Income Receipts 1,214.39
Less-Disbursements 3,580.59
Balance 12-31-67 6,885.26
Trustees Bridge Charitable Fund
George P. Morey, Chairman
William R. McEwen Gaynor Rutherford
35
TRUSTEES OF PUBLIC TRUSTS
Elizabeth Bridge Gerry Fund
To be held and used for the same purposes as the Bridge
Charitable Fund.
Corpus $2,254.65
$1,000 Virginia Electric and
Power Company 144,1% 1st
Mortgage Bonds due 12-1-87 $1,000.00
Principal--Deposit Lexington
Savings Bank 754.65
Principal--Deposit Lexington
Savings Bank 500.00
Trustees of Elizabeth Bridge Gerry Fund
George P. Morey, Chairman
William R. McEwen Gaynor Rutherford
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I
REPORT OF THE BOARD OF ASSESSORS
i
k
1967 Recapitulation
Town
Total appropriations as certified by town clerk to
be raised by taxation, Chapter 41, Section 15A . $12,024,513.57
I Total appropriations voted to be taken from avail-
able funds 738,849.82 $12,763,363.39
i Deficits due to abatements of prior years 1,021 00
Offsets to Cherry sheet Estimated Receipts 92,563 61
Tax and Assessments
1 1967 1966
State Estimates Underestimates
State parks and reservations 29,719 82 $4,453 03
State audit of municipal accounts 8,935 21
State examination of retirement system 1,557 08
Met planning council 1,370 77
Mass. Bay Transportation Authority 46,542.73 1,438 93
Elderly retiree program 2,110 39
` Motor vehicle excise tax bills 2,725 65
M.D.C. charges for water-sewer connection 303,477 67
I
$396,439 32 $5,891 96 $ 402,331 28
Tax and Assessments
County
County tax $264,101 30 $47,640 04
County hospital assessment 5,082 76
$269,184.06 $47,640 04 316,824 10
Overlay of current year 172,649 00
Gross amount to be raised $13,748,752 38
Estimated Receipts and Available Funds
Total estimated distribution and reimbursement from local aid fund $ 2,414,422 31
IIII Motor vehicle and trailer excise 722 016 07
I Licenses 21,984 25
Fines 3,343 00
Special Assessments 143,536 96
General government 7,223 78
Protection of persons and property 1,682.00
Health and sanitation 17,078 23
School (local receipts of school committee) 26,798 05
Recreation 1,161 00
Public service enterprises (such as water department) 424,195 85
Cemeteries (other than trust funds and sale of lots) 6,299.50
Interest on taxes and assessments 112,768.81
Farm animal excise 44 38
In lieu of taxes Cambridge and Arlington 1,154 91
Unclassified 40,590 90
Total estimated receipts $ 3,944,300 00
1
1 Overestimates (from Cherry Sheet) $ 10,960 91
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I
I,
REPORT OF THE BOARD OF ASSESSORS
Amounts voted to be taken from available funds
Date of Vote
$144,953 39 6/20/66 Excess and deficiency and other
421,846 00 3/20/67 Other accounts
94,500.00 3/27/67 Excess and deficiency and other
17,550 43 3/31/67 Chapter 679 Acts of 1965
7,000.00 4/03/67 Article 81 of 1966 town meeting
53,000 00 6/12/67 Excess and deficiency account
$738,849 82 738,849 82
Total available funds $ 749,810 73
Total estimated receipts and available funds $4,694,110 73
Net Amount to be Raised by Taxation on Property $9,054,641.65
Personal property valuation $ 9,334,550 Tax Rate $ 438,723 85
Real estate valuation 183,317,400 $47 00 8,615,917.80
Total $192,651,950
Total taxes levied on property $9,054,641 65
Items Not Entering into the Determination of the Tax Rate
Betterments and Special Assessments Added to Taxes
Commited
Amount Interest
Apportioned sewer assessments $47,879 91 $19,305 20 $ 67,185.11
Apportioned sidewalk assessments 1,934 25 634.60 2,568 85
Apportioned street assessments 23,756 19 9,742 61 33,498 80
Apportioned water assessments 728 50 284.11 1,012 61
Water liens added to taxes 19,519.56 19,519 56
$ 123,784 93
Total Amount of 1967 Taxes on Property and of Assessments and Liens
Added to Taxes as Committed to Tax Collector $9,054,641 65
TABLE OF AGGREGATES
Number of Parcels Assessed
Total
Bills on personal estate 270
Bills on real estate 9552
Bills on farm animal excise 5
Value of Assessed Personal Estate
Stock in trade $ 129,350
Machinery 269,550
Live stock 4,750
All other tangible personal property 8,930,900
Total Valuation of Assessed Personal Estate $ 9,334,550
Value of Assessed Real Estate
Land exclusive of buildings $ 44,585,600
Buildings exclusive of land 138,731,800
Total Valuation of Assessed Real Estate $183,317,400
Total Valuation of Assessed Estate $192,651,950 00
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REPORT OF THE BOARD OF ASSESSORS
Taxes for State, County, and City or Town Purposes, Including Overlay
On personal estate $ 438,723 85
On real estate 8,615,917 80
Total Taxes Assessed $9,054,641 65
Number of Livestock Assessed
General Farm Animals
Horses 42
Cows 3 16
Fowl 110 6700
All other 4 1
Number of Acres of Land Assessed 7629
Number of Dwelling Houses Assessed 7921
Property Exempt from Taxation
Value of Real Estate $47,736,060
Value of Tangible Personal Estate 1,911,400
it Total Value of Exempt Property $49,027,160 00
Recapitulation of Commitments Fiscal Year of 1967
on Motor Vehicle and Trailer Excise
Date of Number of Commission's
Commitment Commitment Vehicles Value Excise
13 1/31/67 1386 $ 1,752,390 $ 39,334 00
14 2/14/67 345 398 730 7,570 00
15 2/28/67 750 00
16 4/21/67 249 419,225 6,774 10
17 6/08/67 2 650 20 63
1 3/14/67 3612 2,671,670 176,330 22
2 4/05/67 2675 2,235,600 147,549 60
3 5/01/67 2826 2,116,470 139,687 02
4 5/24/67 3711 2,653,820 175,152 12
5 6/21/67 1627 1,770,585 104,107 36
6 8/14/67 1097 1,105,895 54,292 20
7 9/25/67 1021 1,257,245 56,740 60
8 10//0/67 462 562,365 23,129 16
9 11/20/67 672 788,535 25,133 42
19685 $17,733,180 $956,570 43
Willard P Grush, Chairman
William L. Potter F William Smith
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1
Annual Town Election, March 6, 1967
The following places were designated as the voting places for the various precincts Precinct One,
Harrington School, Precinct Two, Adams School, Precinct Three, Cary Memorial Hall, Precinct Four,
High School, Precinct Five, Central Fire Station, Precinct Six, Maria Hastings School The polls were
declared open in each precinct at seven o'clock A M and remained open until eight o'clock P.M
Registered Voters by Precincts Votes Cast by Precincts
Precinct One 2,698 Precinct One 730
Precinct Two 2,348 Precinct Two 778
Precinct Three 2,173 Precinct Three 844
Precinct Four 2,148 Precinct Four 944
Precinct Five 2,658 Precinct Five 983
Precinct Six 2,394 Precinct Six 702
Total 14,419 Total 4 981
Precinct Precinct Precinct Precinct Precinct Precinct
1 2 3 4 5 6 Totals
SELECTMAN
Arthur E Bryson, Jr 261 321 310 455 393 276 2,016
Franklyn J Crosby 19 33 25 55 24 23 179
Allan F. Kenney 367 389 465 397 528 357 2,503
Gerard S Marsan 46 18 21 18 7 24 134
Blanks 37 17 23 19 31 22 149
Totals 730 778 844 944 983 702 4,981
Allan F Kenney was elected Selectman for three years
TOWN CLERK
Mary R McDonough 600 652 737 801 818 608 4,216
Blanks 130 126 107 143 165 94 765
Totals 730 778 844 944 983 702 4 981
Mary R McDonough was elected Town Clerk for one year
TOWN TREASURER
Mary R McDonough 575 635 724 764 791 596 4,085
Blanks 155 143 120 180 192 106 896
Totals 730 778 844 944 983 702 4,981
Mary R McDonough was elected Town Treasurer for one year li
SCHOOL COMMITTEE for three years
Austin W Fisher,Jr 375 435 456 534 526 355 2 681
Logan Clarke, Jr 436 474 548 665 633 451 3,207
Albert S Richardson,Jr. 307 314 397 380 470 341 2,209
Blanks 342 333 287 309 337 257 1 865
Totals 1,460 1,556 1,688 1,888 1,966 1,404 9,962
Austin W Fisher, Jr and Logan Clarke, Jr were elected to the School Committee for three years
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ANNUAL TOWN ELECTION
Precinct Precinct Precinct Precinct Precinct Precinct
1 2 3 4 5 6 Totals
{
SCHOOL COMMITTEE for one year
Nancy D Hudson 375 340 343 437 387 260 2,142
Vernon C. Page 302 406 467 452 545 415 2,587
Blanks 53 32 34 55 51 27 252
Totals 730 778 844 944 983 702 4,981
Vernon C Page was elected to the School Committee for one year
PLANNING BOARD
Franklyn J. Crosby 177 139 138 179 294 123 1,050
{ Chipman P. Ela 102 103 89 97 108 79 578
Erik Lund 298 398 463 537 477 408 2,581
Blanks 153 138 154 131 104 92 772
Totals 730 778 844 944 983 702 4,981
Erik Lund was elected to the Planning Board for five years
MODERATOR
Robert B Kent 533 593 693 753 783 566 3,921
Blanks 197 185 151 191 200 136 1,060
Totals 730 778 844 944 983 702 4,981
Robert B Kent was elected Moderator for one year
COLLECTOR OF TAXES
Ethel U Rich 592 639 726 799 813 607 4,176
{ Blanks 138 139 118 145 170 95 805
Totals 730 778 844 944 983 702 4,981
Ethel U Rich was elected Collector of Taxes for one year
CEMETERY COMMISSIONER
[ James L Grant 533 581 692 731 776 564 3,877
Blanks 197 197 152 213 207 138 1,104
Totals 730 778 844 944 983 702 4,981
James L Grant was elected Cemetery Commissioner for three years
{ CONSTABLE
John J. Shine, Jr 517 559 658 688 718 540 3,680
Guy D Busa 489 544 610 675 702 516 3,536
Blanks 454 453 420 525 546 348 2,746
Totals 1,460 1,556 1,688 1,888 1,966 1,404 9,962
John J Shine, Jr , and Guy D Busa were elected Constables for three years.
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ANNUAL TOWN ELECTION
Precinct Precinct Precinct Precinct Precinct Precinct
1 2 3 4 5 6 Totals
LEXINGTON HOUSING AUTHORITY
Daniel F Coughlin 59 69 86 94 84 55 447
Edward H Fitzgerald, Jr 149 99 111 107 165 104 735
William A Melbye, Jr 108 118 137 175 154 126 818
Joseph 0 Rooney 292 310 399 412 444 327 2,194
Blanks 122 182 111 156 136 90 797
Totals 730 778 844 944 983 702 4,981
Joseph 0 Rooney was elected to the Housing Authority for five years
TOWN MEETING ELECTION - PRECINCT ONE
*Tracy W Ames 346 *Philip Marshall 340 John J Campobasso,Jr 225
*Arthur E Burrell 408 Allen Mottur 285 Vincent A. McCrossen 237
*Daniel P Busa 448 *Sumner E. Perlman 328 Robert S Wilson 314
*Austin W Fisher, Jr 451 *Haskell W Reed 412 Blanks 2,737 ,
*William Hammer 315 *David F. Toomey 380
*Nancy D Hudson 470 *Helen R Butters 334
*Elected for three years.
TOWN MEETING ELECTION - PRECINCT TWO
*J Harper Blaisdell, Jr 369 *Frank H Totman, Jr 395 Melvin G Holland 227
Walter A Coyle, Jr 290 *Jason H Woodward 362 *James E Storer 352
*Frank E Couglas 367 Elsie A Dorain 282 *Alice F Tryon 343
*Donald L MacGillivray 359 Chipman P Ela 185 *Alan B. Wilson 434
*Rufus L McQuillan 333 Bessie R Ezekiel 262 ***Milton L Gould 318
***Alvin L Schmertzler 318 *Rosmary Fitzgerald 329 Blanks 3,935
*Thomas G Taylor 335 **William C Hays 319 I
*Elected for three years **Elected for two years *Elected for one year
TOWN MEETING ELECTION - PRECINCT THREE
*Alan G. Adams 532 *Stillman P Williams 441 Joyce A. Miller 312
*Robert A Bittenbender 487 *Charles A. Winchester 442 *Albert S Richardson,Jr 433
*John J Garrity 408 *W Scott Cooledge, III 419 ***Frank T. Samuel, Jr 362
*Donald R. Grant 450 Vern Countryman 257 **Charles H Spaulding 385
**Frederic R Hartstone 365 *Joseph M. Cronin 435 Blanks 4,587
*Shirley H Stolz 461 Herbert W Eisenberg 318
*J S Nason Whitney 466 George V Kotelly 256
*Elected for three years. **Elected for two years ***Elected for one year.
TOWN MEETING ELECTION - PRECINCT FOUR
*Edward R Bellone 371 *Edward T. Martin 491 Richard J Foley 144
Carl Blake 480 *Joseph 0 Rooney 412 Robert M Gary 257
Apollo C Bougas 141 Charles E. Scribner 302 Kenneth M Knobel 196
Robert M Briber 191 *Richard W Souza 368 ***Harriet V Relman 355
*Arthur E Bryson, Jr 631 *Alfred P. Tropeano 356 George E Rowe 280
Richard P Cromwell 272 *William R Whalon 384 *Frank L Stevens, Jr. 365
William J.Dailey, Jr 281 Harry G Berglund 214 Joseph A Trani 324
*Jacqueline B Davison 435 Frederick J. Conroy 210 Blanks 3,366
*Robert G Hargrove 359 William T Donahue 143
*Elected for three years ***Elected for one year.
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BOARD OF REGISTRATION
TOWN MEETING ELECTION - PRECINCT FIVE
*Gabriel Baker 608 *Stephen T Russian 576 H Gordon Buchanan 306
*Edwin A Bennett 508 *Temple E Scanlon 551 Martin L Hagerty 344
*Robert E Bond 558 *Phyllis E Thomas 472 ***William A Melbye, Jr 359
*Howard L. Levingston 451 *Frederick E Tucker 455 Camille B Skov 301
*Eleanor Bradford Litchfield 558 *Sumner P Wolsky 410 Irvin G Stiglitz 289
*George P Morey 459 ***Stanley A Brown 380 Blanks 5,214
*Elected for three years. ***Elected for one year
TOWN MEETING ELECTION - PRECINCT SEX
*Earl F Baldwin, Jr 390 *John F Manley 368 ***Garry J. Margolius 337
*Margery M Battin 400 *George R Medeiros 364 *James M McLaughlin 366
*Richard H Battin 419 *Daniel E Power 442 ****Stanley E Toye 314
*John F Cogan, Jr 397 *Donald J Shaw 405 Blanks 4,162
*George E. Cooper 382 ****Mary T Cogan 314
*Robert H Farwell 429 **Joseph J Downey 339
*Elected for three years. **Elected for two years ***Elected for one year ****Tie for one year
Board of Registration
The Town Clerk's Office was open daily throughout the year plus nine evening and Saturday dates
, for registration of new voters
Total number of voters as ofJanuary 1, 1967 14,883
Voters taken off as of February 14, 1967 - 947
New voters registered as of February 14, 1967 + 483
Total number of voters as of February 14, 1967 14,419
New voters registered as of May 18, 1967 + 49
Voters taken off as of May 18, 1967 - 40
Total number of voters as of May 18, 1967 14,428
New voters registered as of December 31, 1967 + 161
Voters taken off as of December 31, 1967 - 82
Total number of voters as of December 31, 1967 14,507
Total voters taken off in 1967 1,069
Total new voters for 1967 693
Mary R. McDonough, Clerk
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Report of Town Clerk
Following is the report of the Town Clerk for the year 1967, including all licenses issued and fees
collected, fees collected being turned over to the town
Dog Licenses
Male Dog Licenses Issued 1,048 @ $ 2.00 $2,096 00
Female Dog Licenses Issued 243 @ 5 00 1,215 00
Spayed Female Dog Licenses Issued 952 @ 2 00 1,904.00
Spayed Female Dog License Issued (Seeing Eye Dog) 1 @ No charge --
Kennel Licenses Issued 5 @ 10.00 50.00
Kennel Licenses Issued 1 @ 25 00 25.00
Kennel Licenses Issued 1 @ 50 00 50 00
Transfer Licenses Issued 1 @ .25 .25
Total $5,340 25
Total Number of Dog Licenses Issued 2,252
Total Fees Turned Over to Town $562.75
Sporting Licenses
Resident
Citizen Fishing Issued 428 @ 5 25 2,247.00
Citizen Hunting Issued 196 @ 5 25 1,029 00
Citizen Sporting Issued 123 @ 8.25 1,014.75
Citizen Minor Fishing Issued 71 @ 3 25 230 75
Citizen Female Fishing Issued 56 @ 4 25 238 00
Citizen Trapping Issued 4 @ 8 75 35 00
Alien Fishing Issued 1 @ 9 75 9.75
Archery Deer Stamps Issued 6 @ 1 10 6 60
Duplicate Licenses Issued 2 @ 50 1 00
Citizen Sporting Issued 30 @ Free
Citizen Fishing - Old Age Asst. Issued 1 @ Free
Non Resident
Citizen Fishing Issued 1 @ 9 75 9 75
Special Fishing Issued 1 @ 5.25 5.25
Citizen Hunting Issued 1 @ 16 25 16 25
Total $4,843 10
Number of Licenses Issued 921
Total Fees Turned Over to Town $221 10
Other Licenses, Financing Statements, Terminations, Etc.
Marriage Licenses Issued 232 @ 2.00 464 00
Marriage Licenses Issued 56 @ 4 00 224.00
Financing Statements Recorded 1,677 25
Terminations Recorded 51.00
Certified Certificates 1,333 00
Miscellaneous 137 00
Pole Locations 174 00
Gasoline Permits 23 @ .50 11 50
Summary
Dog Licenses Issued 5,340 25
Sporting Licenses Issued 4,843.10
Marriage Licenses Issued 688 00
Financing Statements Recorded 1,677 25
Terminations Recorded 51.00
Certified Certificates 1,333.00
Miscellaneous 137 00
Pole Locations 174.00
Gasoline Permits 11 50
Total Receipts for 1967 $14,255 10
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MARRIAGES BY MONTHS ---1967
Groom's Bride's Groom's Bride's Groom's Bride's Groom's Bride's
Months Totals First First Second Second Third Third Fourth Fourth
January 12 9 9 3 3 0 0 0 0
February 10 8 9 2 1 0 0 0 0
March 11 10 10 1 0 0 1 0 0
April 24 20 19 4 5 0 0 0 0
May 24 19 22 4 1 1 1 0 0
June 52 49 49 3 3 0 0 0 0
July 29 25 24 4 5 0 0 0 0
August 34 28 31 6 3 0 0 0 0
September 38 35 36 3 2 0 0 0 0
October 23 18 19 5 4 0 0 0 0
November 26 22 22 3 4 1 0 0 0
December 19 15 18 4 0 0 0 0 1
Totals 302 258 268 42 31 2 2 0 1
Number of Marriages Recorded 302
Residents 326
Non-Residents 278
Solemnized in Lexington 155
Solemnized in Other Places 147
Age of Oldest Groom 85
Age of Oldest Bride 74
Age of Youngest Groom 18
Age of Youngest Bride 16
1967 Deaths Jan. Feb. Mar. Apr. May June July Aug. Sept. Oct. Nov. Dec. Total
Male 20 23 18 18 20 16 18 18 20 21 20 12 224
Female 24 20 24 24 16 17 22 15 19 24 13 11 229
Residents Died in Lexington
Male 0 7 3 2 5 2 2 3 4 3 1 0 32
Female 6 4 4 4 1 2 3 2 6 5 2 6 45
Non-Residents Died in Lexington
Male 9 9 9 10 7 6 10 5 11 10 14 11 111
Female 11 9 14 14 12 10 16 10 8 14 10 4 132
Residents Died out of Lexington
Male 11 7 6 6 8 8 6 10 5 8 5 1 81
Female 7 7 6 6 3 5 3 3 5 5 1 1 52
Children Under One Year
Male 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 2
Female 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2
Between One and Ten
Male 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2
Female 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Between Ten and Thirty
Male 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 1 2 3 1 0 9
Female 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2
Between Thirty and Sixty
{ Male 4 1 2 3 1 4 2 4 5 1 5 2 34
Female 1 2 3 4 3 1 6 1 5 1 2 1 30
Between Sixty and Ninety
Male 16 20 14 12 17 12 13 12 12 15 13 9 165
Female 17 15 15 18 11 14 15 14 12 21 10 9 171
Over Ninety
Male 0 2 2 1 1 0 1 1 1 2 1 1 13
Female 5 1 4 2 2 2 1 0 2 2 1 1 23
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BIRTHS BY MONTHS
1967
(Still Births Excluded)
In Lexington Out of Lexington Totals
Months Totals Males Females Males Females Males Females
January 22 0 0 12 10 12 10
February 32 0 0 17 15 17 15
March 33 0 0 17 16 17 16
April 30 1 0 11 18 12 18
May 37 0 0 21 16 21 16
June 36 0 0 15 21 15 21
July 27 0 0 18 9 18 9
August 34 0 0 11 23 11 23
September 25 0 0 11 14 11 14
October 12 0 0 7 5 7 5
November 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
December 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Totals 288 1 0 140 147 141 147
Mary R McDonough, Town Clerk
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Report of Town Treasurer
{ Following is the report of the Town Treasurer for the year 1967•
Cash on hand January 1, 1967 $ 791,634 43
Receipts during year 1967 26,686,388 74
27,478,023 17
Expenditures 1967 per warrants 26,876,140.80
Cash on hand January 1, 1968 601,882 37
(Included in the above receipts and expenditures is the
amount of $6,543,805 53 for invested cash)
Report of Tax Title Account
Number of Tax Titles on hand January 1, 1967 35
Number of New Tax Titles added during 1967 + 8
43
Number of Tax Titles Released during 1967 - 2
Number of Tax Titles Disclaimed during 1967 - 1
Number of Tax Titles on hand January 1, 1968 40
Total Amount 10,008 18
Summary of Town Treasurer's Cash
Total Amount Invested during year 1967 6,350,000 00
Total Amount Interest earned on Investments during 1967 43,805 53
Newton Waltham Bank & Trust Company 11,368 67
Lexington Trust Company 14,677 88
Cash on Hand 323,830.06
New England Merchants National Bank of Boston 244,005.76
State Street Bank and Trust Company 1,000 00
First National Bank of Boston 1,000.00
Boston Safe Deposit and Trust Company 5,000.00
Depositors Trust Company 1,000 00
Balance December 31, 1967 $601,882 37
Stabilization Fund
Home Savings Bank, Boston, Mass
Balance as of December 31, 1966 19,704,47
Interest added for 1967 1,145 59
Balance as of December 31, 1966 21,745 43
Lexington Federal Savings and Loan Association
Balance as of December 31, 1966 2 377 60
Interest added for 1967 113 77
Balance as of December 31, 1967 $ 2 600.16
Paul G Yewell
Town Treasurer
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Town Meeting-March 20, 1967
Foreword• These reports on the 1967 regular and special town meetings have been
condensed from the records of the town clerk. They are not intended as an official
record to establish the legality of the proceedings nor to report upon the debate but
as a succinct statement of the actions taken which formally bound the town They
include all main motions and all amendments that were proposed and passed We
have omitted the detail related to such parliamentary maneuverings as votes on the
previous questions, motions to recess and to adjourn that were rejected, reports of
individual tellers when voting results were doubted, motions that were ruled out of
order, and rejected motions to lay on the table or to postpone indefinitely Citizens
interested in such information will find the detail readily available in the official
minutes at the office of the town clerk
Meeting called to order by the Moderator, Robert B Kent, at 8 02 P M There were 196 town
meeting members present Invocation offered by Rev Henry H. Clark
Article 2 The following committee chairmen separately presented reports for their respective
committees and moved that these reports be accepted and placed on file All these motions were voted
unanimously
Frank T Parrish, Jr. for the Appropriation Committee
Hugh M. Chapin for the Capital Expenditures Committee.
Charles E Parks for the Committee on Cary Lectures
Margery M. Battin for the Structure of Town Government Committee
Aiden L Ripley for the Hunting Safety Committee
Article 3 That a committee of three be appointed by the moderator to have charge of the lectures
under the wills of Eliza Cary Farnham and Suzanna E. Cary for the current year Carried unanimously
Article 4 This article relates to the appropriations and transfers covering all operating town
departments and committees which were voted at the town meeting of March 20, 1967 To avoid dupli-
cation, these appropriations and transfers are omitted from the minutes of the meeting but are included
in complete detail in the same schedule of this report which lists also the expenditures that were made
from these appropriations, the balances unexpended at year end and the expenditures, transfers, and
balances involving all other appropriation articles (Article 4 was completed at 10 35 P M.)
Article 5 VOTED To establish the salary and compensation of the town treasurer, town clerk and town
collector of taxes at the following annual rates:
Town clerk $10,000 00
Town treasurer 1,500 00
Town collector of taxes 8,900 00
The increase over the rates established last year to become effective April 1, 1967, and to raise and
appropriate therefor the sum of $19,650 00 Carried unanimously
Article 6 VOTED That the town treasurer, with the approval of the selectmen, be authorized to
borrow money from time to time in anticipation of the revenue of the financial years beginning January 1,
1968 and January 1, 1969, and to issue a note or notes therefor payable within one year, in accordance with
the provisions of General Laws, Chapter 44, Section 4, and to renew any note or notes as may be given
for a period of less than one year, in accordance with the provisions of General Laws, Chapter 44, Section
17 Carried unanimously
Article 7 POSTPONED This article relating to excess and deficiency funds was postponed
indefinitely.
Article 8 POSTPONED This article relating to unpaid bills was postponed indefinitely
Article 9 VOTED To raise and appropriate the sum of $75,000 00 for the reserve fund.
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Article 10 VOTED: That the board of selectmen be authorized to petition the director of
accounts of the state for an audit. Carried unanimously
Article 11 VOTED That the sum of $26,500 00 be raised and appropriated for pensions for
retired members of the police department, and their dependents, and that the sum of $17,514.00 be raised
and appropriated for pensions for retired members of the fire department, and their dependents, under
Chapter 32 of the General Laws. Carried unanimously.
Article 12. VOTED That the selectmen be authorized to appoint one of their members to the
board of appeals in accordance with Section 4A of Chapter 41 of the General Laws Carried unanimously
Article 13. VOTED That the selectmen be authorized to install water mains not less than six
inches but less than sixteen inches in diameter in such accepted or unaccepted streets as the selectmen
may determine, subject to the assessment of betterments or otherwise, and to take by eminent domain,
purchase or otherwise acquire any fee easement or other interest in land necessary therefor, and to
raise and appropriate for such installation and land acquisition the sum of $82,400.00. Carried unanimously.
James F Flynn moved that the meeting be adjourned until Wednesday, March 22, 1967 at 8 00 P.M.
Carried 10 52 P.M.
Adjourned Town Meeting-March 22, 1967
Article 14. VOTED. That the selectmen be authorized to install sewer mains, subject to the
assessment of betterments or otherwise, in such accepted or unaccepted streets or other land as the
selectmen may determine, in accordance with Chapter 504 of the Acts of 1897 and all acts in amendment
thereof and in addition thereto, or otherwise, and to take by eminent domain, purchase or otherwise ac-
quire any fee, easement or other interest in land necessary therefor, and to appropriate for such in-
stallation and land acquisition the sum of $275,360 00 of which $10,360.00 is to be raised in the current
tax levy and the balance of $265,000 00 is to be provided by the issue of bonds or notes of the town, and
the treasurer, with the approval of the selectmen, be authorized to borrow the sum of $265,000.00 and
to issue bonds or notes of the town therefor, to be payable in accordance with the provisions of Chapter
44 of the General Laws, as amended, within twenty years from their dates. Carried by voice vote
Article 15. VOTED That the selectmen be authorized to install a sewer main or mains in such
locations as the selectmen may determine from an existing trunk sewer located about 1,500 feet north-
west of Bedford Street to a new subdivision to be located off Volunteer Way near Rangeway, and to ap-
propriate for such installation and land acquisition the sum of$72,500 00 of which $2,500 00 is to be
raised in the current tax levy and the balance of $70,000 00 is to be provided by the issue of bonds or notes.
Carried unanimously.
Article 16 VOTED. That the selectmen be authorized to install a sewer main or mains in such
locations as the selectmen may determine from an existing sewer main on the westerly side of Route 128
at the Boston and Maine Railroad track, thence to and along Hartwell Avenue, and to appropriate for such
installation and land acquisition the sum of $180,000 00 of which $5,000 00 is to be raised in the current
tax levy and the balance of $175,000 00 is to be provided by the issue of bonds or notes of the town
Adopted by voice vote of 152 to 7
Article 17 VOTED: That the selectmen be authorized to install trunk sewers in such accepted
or unaccepted streets or other land as the selectmen may determine, subject to the assessment of
betterments or otherwise, in accordance with Chapter 504 of the Acts of 1897, as amended, or otherwise,
and to take by eminent domain, purchase or otherwise acquire any fee, easement or other interest in
land necessary therefor, and to appropriate for such installation and land acquisition the sum of
$250 000 00 of which $10,000 00 is to be raised in the current tax levy and the balance of $240,000 00 is
to be provided by the issue of bonds or notes of the town, and the treasurer, with the approval of the
selectmen, be authorized to borrow the sum of $240,000 00 and to issue bonds or notes of the town there-
for, to be payable in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 44 of the General Laws, as amended, with-
in twenty years from their dates Carried unanimously
Article 18. VOTED: That the selectmen be authorized to install drains in such accepted or un-
accepted streets or other land as the selectmen may determine, including the widening, deepening or
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altering the course of brooks, streams and water courses and the construction of new channels in said
other land, in accordance with Chapter 263 of the Acts of 1926, as amended, or otherwise, and to take by
eminent domain, purchase or otherwise acquire any fee, easement or other interest in land necessary
therefor, and to raise and appropriate therefor the sum of $18,400 00 Carried unanimously
Article 19 VOTED That the selectmen be authorized to construct concrete, bituminous con-
crete or other sidewalks, at such locations as they shall determine, where the abutting owner pays one
half of the cost, or otherwise, and to raise and appropriate therefor the sum of $31,000 00 Carried
unanimously.
Article 20 VOTED That the selectmen be authorized to install curbing at such locations as they
may determine, and to raise and appropriate therefor the sum of $5,000.UU. Carried unanimously.
Article 21. VOTED- That the sum of $4,500.00 be raised and appropriated for Chapter 90 high-
way maintenance Carried unanimously.
Article 22 VOTED That the sum of' $60,000.00 be raised and appropriated for reconstruction
of Lowell Street between Woburn Street and Maple Street under Chapter 90 highway construction
Carried unanimously
Article 23 POSTPONED- This motion relating to street construction was indefinitely postponed
by unanimous vote
Article 24 POSTPONED: This motion, with accompanying amendments, was postponed to the
next session of the town meeting.
Article 25 VOTED To enlarge the scope of the road machinery fund by crediting to said fund
an amount based on hourly rental for the use of motorized equipment of the department of public works
when used on various projects carried on under the direction of said department or other departments
of the town, the amount of said charge not to exceed the amount allowed by the state for the use of simi-
lar equipment. Carried unanimously
Article 26 POSTPONED This motion relating to supplementary appropriations was indefinitely
postponed
Article 27. VOTED That the selectmen be authorized to install street lights in such unaccepted
streets as they may determine prior to the final adjournment of the 1968 Annual Town Meeting. Carried
unanimously
Article 28 POSTPONED: This article relating to removal of overhead wires on Meriam Street
was inderiniteiy postponed
Article 29 VOTED- That the sum of $8,100 00 be raised and appropriated for the improvement
of lowlands and swamps and the eradication of mosquitoes under Section 4A of Chapter 252 of the General
Laws Carried unanimously
Article 30. VOTED That the selectmen be authorized to obtain appraisals on and options for
land or rights therein that they desire to recommend be acquired by the town as locations for future
streets or for playground or recreational or school purposes and that the selectmen be authorized on
behalf of the town to acquire by purchase, eminent domain, or otherwise, such lands or rights therein
for such purposes as are or may be included in options obtained by the selectmen, and to raise and ap-
propriate for such appraisals, options and land acquisitions the sum of $2,500.00, Carried unanimously
James F Flynn moved that the meeting be adjourned to Monday, March 27, 1967 at 8 00 P.M.
Carried by voice vote. 10.52 P M
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Adjourned Town Meeting-March 27, 1967
Meeting called to order by the Moderator, Robert B Kent, at 8.02 P.M There were 182 town
meeting members present Invocation offered by Rev Richard W Lund
Article 24 The Moderator read the motion and two amendments that were presented under this
article at the Adjourned Town Meeting held March 22, 1967 and were postponed to the first order of
F business at this meeting
Motion as amended To appropriate the sum of $82,500 00 for the purchase by or with the approval
of the selectmen of equipment for the department of public works and to provide for payment thereof by
transfer from the excess and deficiency account Passed by voice vote
Article 31 MOTION That the planning board be authorized to obtain appraisals on and options for
land or rights therein that it desires to recommend be acquired by the town as locations for future streets
or for playground or recreational or other public purposes, and that the selectmen be authorized on be-
F half of the town to acquire by purchase, eminent domain or otherwise, such lands or rights therein for
such purposes as are or may be included in options obtained by the planning board, and to raise and ap-
propriate for such appraisals, options and land acquisition the sum of $1,000 00 Lost by vote 92 to 88
Article 32 POSTPONED This motion relating to conservation was indefinitely postponed by
unanimous vote.
Article 33. VOTED That the sum of $4,000 00 be appropriated for the development of Westview
Cemetery and that said sum be provided by transfer from the Westview Cemetery Sale of Lots Fund
Carried unanimously
Article 34 POSTPONED This article relating to subdivisions was indefinitely postponed by
unanimous vote
Article 35 VOTED That the sum of $5,650 00 be appropriated to be expended under the direc-
tion of the board of health for providing cooperative complementary facilities to the out-patient clinic of
the Mystic Valley Children's Clinic established in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 123 of the
General Laws in cooperation with the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health, and for providing
payment for services rendered or to be rendered by such clinic Carried unanimously
Article 36. MOTION That the selectmen be authorized to enter into a contract for a study of
F traffic conditions in such locations as the selectmen may determine on Bedford Street, Hartwell Avenue
and Wood Street, and to raise and appropriate therefor the sum of $26,000 00. Lost by voice vote
Article 37 VOTED That the selectmen be authorized to retain engineering services to prepare
plans for sewer mains in such accepted or unaccepted streets or other land as the selectmen may deter-
mine, and to raise and appropriate therefor the sum of $10,000 00 Carried unanimously
Article 38 VOTED To appropriate the sum of $8,000.00 for the purchase by the selectmen of a
new ambulance and that, in addition, the selectmen be authorized to turn in the present ambulance to ap-
I ply toward the purchase price, and that said sum of $8,000.00 be provided by a transfer from the excess
and deficiency account Carried by a vote of 93 to 82
Article 39 VOTED To accept Section 95A of Chapter 32 of the General Laws of Massachusetts,
as amended by Chapter 727 of the Acts of 1965, which is an act authorizing the selectmen in towns to act
on behalf of towns with respect to certain annuities to the widow and children of any official or employee
who was retired or pensioned under the provisions of any non-contributory retirement law or who was
qualified for retirement under the provisions of such law but died before being retired and who had no
rights under any such law to elect that benefits thereunder be paid to a survivor Carried unanimously.
Article 40. VOTED To raise and appropriate the sum of $2,000 00 for the payment of a pension
to the widow of the late John W Rycroft under Section 95A of Chapter 32 of the General Laws Carried
unanimously
Article 41 VOTED To raise and appropriate the sum of $1,400 00 to pay the necessary expenses
of a member of the police department while attending the National Police Academy conducted by the
Federal Bureau of Investigation at Washington, D C Carried unanimously
Article 42 VOTED To appropriate the sum of $6,922 75 received in 1967 as state aid to public
libraries to be used by the trustees of Cary Memorial Library in improving and extending library ser-
vices in Lexington Carried
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Article 43 VOTED To raise and appropriate the sum of $7,000.00 for improvements and
renovations at the East Lexington Branch Library Carried unanimously.
Articles 44 - 49; Presented by Levi G. Burnell, with each article voted on separately All were
approved by unanimous voice vote and provided for establishment of the following town ways and for the
respective acceptance of their lay-outs as town ways
Article 44 Hadley Road from Eldred Street, a distance of 792 feet.
Article 45 Longfellow Road from Hawthorne Road to Whittier Road
Article 46 Whittier Road from Longfellow Road a distance of 758 feet
Article 47 Tricorne Road from Marrett Road a distance of 557 feet
Article 48 Tyler Road from Winchester Drive a distance of 1215.49 feet.
Article 49 Phinney Road from Fairbanks Road a distance of 750 feet
Article 49 VOTED To raise and appropriate for land acquisition and for construction of the
ways enumerated in Article 44 - 49 the sum of $500 00 Carried unanimously.
Article 50 - 57 These articles involved acceptance and establishment of town ways with au-
thority for the selectmen to acquire the necessary land:
Article 50 Crescent Road from Watertown Street to Green Lane postponed indefinitely by voice vote
Article 51 Ewell Avenue from Eastern Avenue to Deering Avenue postponed indefinitely by voice vote.
Article 52 Kendall Road from Marrett Road a distance of 320 feet. Carried by voice vote.
Article 53 Lake Street from Massachusetts Avenue to Columbus Street. Carried by voice vote
Article 54 Payson Street, from Bridge Street to Grassland Street Carried by voice vote.
,,,Article 55 Valleyfield Street from Bridge Street a distance of 1240 feet. Carried by voice vote
Article 56 Blossomcrest Road from Worthen Road to Meadow Brook Avenue. Lost by vote of 83 to 78.
Article 57 This article relating to Emerson Road was indefinitely postponed by voice vote.
Articles 52, 53, 54 and 55 VOTED: To raise and appropriate for land acquisition and for con-
struction the sum of j?0,250 00 Carried unanimously
James F Flynn moved that the meeting be adjourned to Thursday, March 30, 1967, at 8 00 P.M.
Carried unanimously. 10:57 P.M
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Adjourned Town Meeting-March 30, 1967
Meeting called to order by the Moderator, Robert B Kent at 8.02 P.M There were 176 town
meeting members present. Invocation offered by Rev. Nathan W. Goff
Article 58 VOTED AGAINST. To establish as a town way and accept the lay-out of, as a town
way, Laconia Street from Lowell Street a distance of 1150 feet
Article 59 VOTED To accept the alteration and relocation of Blossomcrest Road from Allen
Street a distance of 723 feet, the sum of $20,000.00 of which $2,449 57 is to be raised in the current tax
levy and the balance provided by appropriation of $17,550.43 received from the state under Chapter 679
of the Acts of 1965
Article 60 VOTED. To establish as a town way and accept the lay-out of, as a town way,
Philip Road from Follen Hill Estates to Minute Man Highlands, appropriate for the construction of said
street and for land acquisition the sum of $30,000 00
Article 61 VOTED That the selectmen be authorized on behalf of the town to purchase, take by
eminent domain or otherwise acquire for library and other public purposes a parcel of land with the
buildings thereon now known as and numbered 12 Clarke Street in Lexington, and abutting upon the Cary
Memorial Library site, and to raise and appropriate for such acquisition the sum of $48,000 00. Carried
138 to 19.
Article 62 VOTED That the selectmen be authorized on behalf of the town to purchase, take
by eminent domain or otherwise acquire for playground, recreation and other public purposes a parcel of
land situated on the northeasterly side of Grove reet in Lexington shown as Lot 9 on a plan entitled
"Plan of Land in Lexington, Massachusetts," dated April 18, 1952, drawn by Albert A Miller and Wilbur
C Nylander, Civil Engineers and Surveyors, and recorded in Middlesex South District Registry of Deeds,
Book 7898, Page 161, and to raise and appropriate for the acquisition of said land the sum of $800 00.
Carried 155 to 3.
Article 64. Robert Cataldo moved that this motion on Worthen Road be postponed indefinitely
Carried unanimously
Article 63. VOTED That the selectmen be authorized on behalf of the town to purchase, take
by eminent domain, or otherwise acquire for street purposes, and other public purposes, a parcel of land
situated on the northerly side of Marrett Road, shown on a plan entitled Plan of Land in Lexington,
Massachusetts," dated January 24, 1967, John J Carroll, Town Engineer, a copy of which plan is on file
in the office of the town clerk, and to raise and appropriate for the acquisition of said land the sum of
$10,000 00 Carried 116 to 46.
Article 65 VOTED That the selectmen be authorized on behalf of the town to purchase, take
by eminent domain, or otherwise acquire for playground recreation, nature preservation and other public
purposes, a parcel of land containing 19,988 square feet, more or less, and shown as Lot A on the sub-
division plan of Peacock Farms, Section Six, dated July 7, 1966, revised August 27, 1966, September 15,
1966 and September 22, 1966, registered as Land Court Plan 27502B, and to raise and appropriate for
the acquisition of said land the sum of $2,000.00. Carried unanimously
Article 66 POSTPONED by unanimous vote, article relating to land on Tufts Road.
Article 67 POSTPONED by unanimous vote, article relating to land on Freemont Street
Article 68 VOTED To raise and appropriate the sum of $20,000 00 for the installation of an
instructional pool at the Center Playground Carried by voice vote
Article 69. VOTED To raise and appropriate the sum of $850 00 for two sections of spectator
stands at the Center Playground. Carried by voice vote.
Article 70. To raise and appropriate the sum of $2,500 00 for a topographical survey and plan
of the so-called dump area on Lincoln Street Indefinitely postponed 100 to TO
Article 71. POSTPONED by unanimous vote, article relating to loaming Baskin Playground
Article 72. This article relating to school land was indefinitely postponed by unanimous vote.
Article 73 VOTED To establish a permanent building committee to be available when author-
' ized by the town to retain architectural services, prepare plans and specifications, obtain bids, let con-
tracts, and supervise the construction of school buildings and all other town buildings and recreational
facilities and additions to the foregoing and the original equipping and furnishing of the same and also the
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making of alterations in and renovations to such buildings and facilities Such committee shall consist of
five registered voters of the town to be appointed by an appointing authority consisting of the moderator,
chairman of the board of selectmen and chairman of the school committee. Meetings of the appointing
authority shall be called by the moderator No regular member of the committee shall be an elected
official or employee of the town Town meeting members shall not be deemed elected officials for this
purpose The first appointments to the committee shall be for the following terms One member to serve
for one year, two members to serve for two years and two members to serve for three years Terms
shall expire on April thirtieth, except that members shall continue in office until their successors have
been appointed and qualified The first year of the terms of members first appointed shall expire on
April 30, 1968, whether such appointments are made before or after May 1, 1967. Upon the expiration of
the term of a member, his successor shall be appointed for a term of three years Vacancies shall be
filled for the balance of unexpired terms The board or committee for which such a building or facility
is being planned or constructed shall appoint two non-voting representatives to the committee who shall
be entitled to participate in the activities of the committee only with respect to the particular building or
facility for which they are so appointed and only for the time during which the committee is exercising
its function with respect to such building or facility The plans and specifications for all such construc-
tion, additions, alterations, renovations, equipping and furnishing in each instance shall be subject to the
approval of the board or committee for which such a building or facility is being planned or constructed.
If any regular member of the committee shall cease to be a resident of the town of Lexington or shall
become an officer of the town by election and qualification as such or shall become an employee of the
town, he shall forthwith cease to be a member of the committee The committee shall choose its own
officers Carried unanimously.
Article 74 VOTED; That the permanent building committee to be appointed under authority of
the vote adopted under Article 73 of the warrant for the 1967 Annual Town Meeting be authorized on be-
half of the town to retain professional services and prepare preliminary plans, specifications and cost
estimates for the construction of a new junior high school building on the parcel of land situated on and
off Marrett Road that was acquired for school, playground and other public purposes under the authority
of the vote adopted under Article 3 of the warrant for the Special Town Meeting of June 7, 1965, and that
the sum of $20,000.00 be appropriated therefor, and that payment be provided by the current tax levy
Carried by voice vote
Article 75. VOTED To establish a town-wide beautification committee to study and prepare
a program for the improvement and beautification of streets malls, parks, playgrounds and other public
places, lands and buildings owned by the town and places of historic interest in the town, and to report
its findings and recommendations, including methods of financing such program, to a future town meeting,
not later than the 1968 Annual Town Meeting, and to raise and appropriate the sum of $200 00 for the ex-
penses of said committee Such committee shall consist of seven registered voters of the town, including
one member or designee of each of the board of selectmen, the planning board and the historic districts
commission, and the remaining four members to be appointed by the moderator Carried 103 to 52.
Motion that meeting be adjourned to Monday, April 3, 1967 at 8 00 P M Carried by voice vote
at 1040 P M
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Meeting called to order by the Moderator, Robert B Kent at 8 05 P.M. There were 176 town
meeting members present Invocation offered by Rev Edward J Gaudette.
Article 76 VOTED To amend the zoning by-law by striking out subsection (e) of Section 3,
subsection (e) of Section 4, subsection (e) of Section 5, subsection (d) of Section 8, and the designation T1
in subsection (a) of Section 7 Carried unanimously
► Article 77 VOTED: That this article be taken up after Article 81.
Article 78. VOTED• That the conservation commission be authorized to purchase or otherwise
acquire in the name of the town, and that the selectmen be authorized on behalf of the town to take by
eminent domain, upon the written request of the conservation commission, for conservation purposes as
provided by Section 8C of Chapter 40 of the General Laws, all or any part of a parcel of land believed to
contain 32 acres, more or less, situated in East Lexington and bounded northwesterly by other land of the
town, northeasterly by the Lexington-Winchester town line, and southeasterly by the Lexington-Arlington
town line, said parcel being the land substantially as described by two deeds recorded in Middlesex South
District Registry of Deeds, Book 9596, Page 406, and Book 9442, Page 113, and all or any part of a parcel
of land on the southwesterly side of Winchester Drive, bounded southwesterly by other land of the town
and believed to contain 8,000 square feet, more or less, and being the land substantially as described in
a deed recorded in Middlesex South District Registry of Deeds, Book 9962, Page 441, and to appropriate
therefor the sum of $50,000.00, and provide for payment by the transfer of $7,000.00 from the unexpended
balance of the appropriation to the conservation fund which was made under Article 81 of the warrant for
the 1966 Annual Town Meeting and by raising the balance of $43,000 00 in the current tax levy Carried
116 to 48
Article 79. VOTED- To raise and appropriate an additional sum of $11,300 00 to be used in con-
junction with money appropriated under Article 14 of the warrant for the Special Town Meeting held on
June 20, 1966, for the land acquisition authorized under said Article 14. Carried 99 to 59
Article 80 VOTED To authorize the conservation commission to purchase or otherwise ac-
quire in the name of the town, and to authorize the selectmen to take by eminent domain, upon the written
request of the conservation commission for conservation purposes as provided by Section 8C of Chapter
40 of the General Laws, all or any part of a parcel of land believed to contain 6 5 acres, more or less,
being described in a deed from Nathan Ribock to Kingston Homes, Inc , dated May 20, 1965 and recorded
with Middlesex South District Deeds in Book 10824, Page GO8, and to raise and appropriate for said land
acquisition the sum of $16,000.00. Carried 145 to 14
Article 81. MOTION To authorize the conservation commission to purchase or otherwise
acquire in the name of the town and to authorize the selectmen to take by eminent domain, upon the
written request of the conservation commission for conservation purposes as provided by Section 8C of
Chapter 40 of the General Laws, all or any part of a parcel of land containing 7 97 acres as shown on a
plan entitled "Plan of Land in Lexington, Massachusetts," dated November 24, 1946, by r red A Joyce,
Surveyor, all as described in a deed from Edwin B. Worthen et al, dated May 26, 1944, recorded in
Middlesex South District Deeds, Book 6944, Page 539, and to raise and appropriate for said land acquisi-
tion the sum of $14,000 00 The vote, 90 in favor and 78 opposed,lacked the necessary two-thirds and the
( motion was declared lost
Article 77 VOTED To raise and appropriate an additional sum of $2,000.00 to the conservation
fund, established by vote under Article 9 of the warrant for the Special Town Meeting held June 8, 1964.
Carried unanimously
Article 82. VOTED To establish an unpaid committee to be known as the Regional Refuse Dis-
h posal planning committee, consisting of three residents of the town to be appointed by the moderator, and
to authorize said committee to act under the provisions of Sections 44A to 44K, of Chapter 40 of the
General Laws, as amended. Carried by voice vote
Article 83. VOTED To amend the general by-laws of the town by substituting therefor general
by-laws as prepared and recommended by the general by-laws committee acting under the provisions of
the vote adopted under Article 31 of the warrant for the 1963 Annual Town Meeting, a copy of which gener-
al by-laws entitled "General By-Laws of the Town of Lexington" and dated 1967, together with supple-
mental notations thereto dated February 28, 1967 is on file in the office of the town clerk and excepting
that Article XI Section 1 shall read as follows
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ARTICLE XI
BOARD OF APPEALS
Section 1 The board of appeals established under the zoning-by law shall
act as the board of appeals under the subdivision control law, being Section
81K to 81GG inclusive of Chapter 41 of the general laws, and any acts in
amendment thereof or in addition thereto.
and to raise and appropriate the sum of $1,300.00 in the current tax levy for
the preparation, printing and publishing thereof Carried unanimously.
Article 84 POSTPONED This article relating to town accountant was indefinitely postponed.
Carried unanimously
Article 85 VOTED That the time for filing of the findings and recommendations of the com-
mittee called the structure of townovernment committee established under Article 49 of the warrant for
the 1966 Annual Town Meeting be extended to the 1968 Annual Town Meeting Carried unanimously.
Article 86 VOTED To amend the building by-law by inserting in ARTICLE III thereof between
the definitions of "Superintendent of Public Works" and "Veneer" an additional definition to read as follows
SWIMMING POOLS
Every outdoor artificial pool of water capable of having a depth of two feet or more at any point,
and having a surface area of more than one hundred square feet, and used for swimming or bathing,
whether excavated or above ground, together with bathhouses, equipment and appurtenances used therewith
Carried unanimously.
Article 87 VOTED To amend the building by-law by adding at the end thereof ARTICLE XXIV
to read as follows
SWIMMING POOLS
Section 1 Swimming pools are hereby declared to be structures subject to the provisions of
the building by-law and subject also to the following
A. No swimming pool or part thereof, including the excavation therefor, shall hereafter
be installed, constructed, altered or repaired until a permit therefor has been issued by the building in-
spector and unless such permit is infull force and effect, except for ordinary repairs necessary for the
upkeep or maintenance of any such swimming pool
B Every swimming pool shall be completely surrounded by a fence or wall not less than
four feet in height. Each such fence or wall shall be so constructed as not to have openings, holes, or
spaces larger than four inches in any direction, except for doors and gates and except for picket fences
where the space between pickets shall not exceed four inches
C All gates for openings through such enclosure shall be not less than four feet in height
and shall be equipped with a self-closing and self-latching device for keeping the gate or door securely
closed at all times when not in actual use, except that the door of any dwelling which forms a part of the
enclosure need not be so equipped
D If intended for use during the hours of darkness, suitable illumination shall be pro-
vided which shall be shielded from shining upon any street or adjoining property Underwater pool lights
shall be twelve volts or less and must be supplied from an isolating transformer.
E Every swimming pool shall be equipped with a permanent ladder or steps which per-
mit exit from the swimming pool water
F Spring boards are not permitted unless located in an area of the swimming pool which
has a water depth of seven feet or more Carried by voice vote
Article 88 VOTED To amend the building by-law by inserting the words "or two" between the
words "one'and'story" in the second sentence of Article XVII, Section 9, paragraph A under the sub-
caption "Bearing Partitions and Exterior Walls Carried unanimously
Article 89 VOTED To amend the building by-law by striking out of Article XXII, Section 2, the
second paragraph which reads•
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"The walls and ceiling shall be metal lathed and plastered to make a minimum thickness
of three-fourths of an inch," and by substituting therefor a new second paragraph to read
as follows:
[ "The walls and ceiling shall have a fire resistance rating of at least one hour " Carried
unanimously
Article 90 VOTED• To raise and appropriate, under the authority of Section 2 of Chapter 417
of the acts of 1966, the sum of $653 39 to cover disbursements from the appropriation under Article 11
[ of the warrant for the Special Town Meeting held on November 25, 1963 in excess of the amount then
available in said appropriation Carried unanimously
Article 91 VOTED To raise and appropriate the sum of $875 00 for the erection of approxi-
mately three hundred and fifteen lineal feet of chain link fence, including one twelve-foot double gate, on
the Adams School Playground, said fence to run generally north and south, adjacent and parallel to the
existing Boston and Maine railroad tracks Carried unanimously
Article 92 POSTPONED: That the board of selectmen be directed to apply for admission to
the Metropolitan Air Pollution Control District under the provisions of Section 142B of Chapter 111 of
the general laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Postponed indefinitely by voice vote
Article 93 POSTPONED This motion to appropriate from available funds towards reduction of
the tax rate was postponed indefinitely by unanimous vote.
[ Article 2. Frank T Parrish, Jr., Chairman of the Appropriation Committee estimates that the
tax rate will be $48 00.
Lincoln P Cole, Jr. moved that this meeting be dissolved Carried unanimously at 11.25 P.M.
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Special Town Meeting June 12, 1967
The meeting was called to order by the Moderator, Robert B. Kent, at 8 03 P M There were
168 town meeting members present Invocation offered by Rev John Hogan
Article 1. Frank T. Parrish, Jr presented the report of the appropriation committee which was
voted to be accepted and placed on file. Carried unanimously
Hugh M. Chapin presented supplemental report of the capital expenditures committee which was
voted to be accepted and placed on file. Carried unanimously
Article 2 VOTED To appropriate, subject to validation by or authority of the general court,
the petition to the general court therefor being hereby approved, the sum of $25,000 00 for remodeling,
reconstructing or making extraordinary repairs to Buckman Tavern, and to provide for payment by trans-
fer from the Excess and Deficiency Account Carried unanimously
Article 3 VOTED That in addition to money already appropriated, the sum of $3,200 00 be
raised and appropriated for Civil Defense - expenses for the balance of the year 1967. Carried by voice
vote
Article 4. VOTED: That in addition to money already appropriated, the sum of $700 00 be raised
and appropriated for conservation commission - expenses for the balance of the year 1967 Carried by
voice vote
Article 5, That in addition to money already appropriated, the sum of $1,086 00 be raised and
appropriated for cemetery department - personal services for the balance of the year 1967. Lost by
voice vote
Article 6 VOTED To raise and appropriate the sum of $3,000 00 for the purpose of meeting the
town's share of the expenses of the west suburban regional refuse disposal planning board formed by the
regional refuse disposal planning committees of the towns of Lexington, Bedford, Concord, Lincoln and
Weston and the city of Waltham, pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 40, Section 44B, of the general
laws Carried by voice vote
Article 7 VOTED To raise and appropriate the sum of $300.00 for expenses of the permanent
building committee, authorized by vote adopted under Article 73 of the warrant for the 1967 Annual Lown
Meeting Carried unanimously
Article 8. VOTED That the selectmen be authorized to enter into a contract for a study of traffic
conditions in such locations as the selectmen may determine on Bedford Street, Hartwell Avenue and
Wood Street, and to raise and appropriate therefor the sum of $16,000 00 Carried 98 to 57
Article 9 VOTED That in addition to money appropriated under Article 16 of the 1965 Annual
Town Meeting, the sum of $28,000 00 be appropriated for the installation of a sewer main or mains, and
the acquisition of land or interest therein necessary therefor, in such locations as the selectmen may
determine from the existing North Lexington Pumping Station to the existing sewer main located in
Hamilton Road, and to provide for payment therefor by transfer from the Excess and Deficiency Account
Carried unanimously
Article 10. VOTED To raise and appropriate the sum of $14,000 00 for the reconstruction and
permanent paving of a portion of Massachusetts Avenue Carried by voice vote
Article 11 VOTED• That Article 11 be referred to the board of selectmen with the request that
they investigate further means of cooperating with the Town of Arlington with respect to the future uses
of the so-called Great Meadow located in the Town of Lexington and owned by the Town of Arlington, that
they consult with the various officers, boards, and appointed committees and commissions of both towns
for this purpose, and that they report to the next Lexington Town Meeting their findings together with
recommendations for action by the Lexington Town Meeting Carried unanimously
Article 12 VOTED That in addition to money appropriated under Article 68 of the warrant for
the 1967 Annual Town Meeting, the sum of $10,000 00 be raised and appropriated for the installation of
an instructional pool at the Center Playground Carried unanimously
Article 13 To establish as a town way and accept the layout of as a town way Emerson Road
from Adams Street a distance of 410 feet, more or less, westerly, as laid out by the selectmen under the
Betterment Act and shown upon a plan on file in the office of the town clerk, dated April 10, 1967 and to
authorize the selectmen to take by eminent domain, purchase or otherwise acquire any fee, easement or
other interest in land necessary therefor, and to raise and appropriate the sum of $30,000 00 for the
construction of said street and for land acquisition Lost by voice vote
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Article 14. VOTED to amend the zoning by-law by adding at the end of paragraph (c) of Section
9 thereof, under the caption USE OF LAND, the following new sentence Without limiting the generality
of the foregoing, outdoor storage of two or more unregistered automobiles, except where expressly
authorized in a special permit issued by the board of appeals for an automobile sales or repair business,
or an accumulation in the open or discarded items not used or intended to be used by the occupant of the
property shall be deemed to be a junk yard. Carried 130 to 1
Article 15 VOTED To amend the zoning by-law by striking out the second paragraph of Section
14 thereof under the caption BOARD OF APPEALS and substituting in place thereof the following new
paragraph•
An appeal to the board of appeals under general laws, Chapter 40A, Section 13, shall be taken
within thirty days from the date of the order or decision which is being appealed, by filing a notice of
appeal, specifying the grounds thereof, with the town clerk Carried unanimously
Article 16 POSTPONED. To amend the zoning by-law by striking out the entire Section 15
thereof and by inserting in place thereof the following new Section 15•
SEVERABILITY OF PROVISIONS
The invalidity of any section or provision of this by-law, or in the administration thereof, as it
applies to one or more lots or areas of land shall not invalidate its application to any other lot or area
of land nor any other section or provision hereof. Mr. Greeley moved for indefinite postponement which
was carried unanimously
Article 17 VOTED To amend the zoning by-law by striking out the text of Section 18 thereof
under the caption PENALTY FOR VIOLATION and substituting in place thereof the following
Whoever violates any provision of this by-law shall be punished by a fine not exceeding fifty
dollars for each offense, except that the penalty for the removal of earth materials in violation of this
by-law shall be as provided for in the general by-laws of the Town of Lexington. Every day a violation
continues after its abatement has been ordered by the town shall constitute a new offense Carried
unanimously
Article 18. To amend the zoning by-law by redesignating as paragraph c paragraph b of sub-
section 1 of Section 8 (c) thereof under the caption C 2 Districts and by adding a new paragraph b to read
as follows:
b For each lot indoor or outdoor parking area on the lot, available and accessible for parking
of motor vehicles, containing not less than fifty percent of the area of such lot, provided, however, that
for any lot upon which any building is located on May 24, 1967 such parking space may be the lesser of
fifty percent of the area of such lot or the area of such lot that was available for parking on May 24, 1967,
whether or not said area was used for parking.
The provisions of this paragraph b. shall not apply to the district described in paragraphs 2. and
4. in subsection (d) of Section 4 hereof under the caption C2 - General Business Districts. A vote of 88
in favor and 72 opposed lacked the necessary two-thirds and the article was declared not adopted
Article 19. POSTPONED To amend the zoning by-law by striking out paragraph f of subsection
2. of Section 8 (a) thereof under the caption AREA, FRONTAGE AND YARD REGULATIONS and by adding
at the end of said Section 8 (a) a new subsection 6 (as set forth in Article 19 of this meeting) A motion
to lay Article 19 on the table was carried by voice vote
Article 20. VOTED To amend the zoning by-law by striking out the figures "60,000" and "175"
as they appear in paragraph a. of subsection 1 of Section 8 (k) under the caption CS Districts and by
substituting in place thereof the figures "15,500" and "125", respectively, so that said paragraph a shall
read as follows
a A lot containing an area of not less than 15,500 square feet and a frontage of not less than 125
feet on the street designated as the frontage street. Carried unanimously
Article 21 To amend the zoning by-laws as follows•
a By striking out the description of district 4 in subsection (c) of Section 4 thereof under the
caption C 1 - Local Business Districts and by inserting in place thereof the following
4. A district on the northeasterly side of Bedford Street beginning at the intersection of said
northeasterly line of Bedford Street and the southeasterly boundary of the land of Town of Lexington
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(public works garage lot), thence northeasterly along said boundary 168 feet thence southeasterly along
the northeasterly boundary of lots 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 shown on plan recorded in Middlesex South District Regis-
try of Deeds, Book 6826, Page 504, and along an extension of said boundary to the southeasterly boundary
of land now or formerly of the Metropolitan Equipment and Service Company, Inc., a distance of 620 feet,
more or less, thence southwesterly along said southeasterly boundary of land now or formerly of the
Metropolitan Equipment and Service Company, Inc., a distance of 165 feet, more or less, to the north-
easterly line of Bedford Street, thence along said line of Bedford Street northwesterly a distance of 635 8
feet, more or less, to the point of beginning.
b. By adding a new subsection (k) of Section 4 thereof to read as follows
(k) CS - Service and Trade Districts
1 A district on the northeasterly side of Bedford Street beginning at the intersection of said
northeasterly line of Bedford Street and the southerly line of the right of way of the Boston and Maine Rail-
road Company, thence along said right of way of the Boston and Maine Railroad Company generally south-
easterly a distance of 1,585 feet, more or less, thence southwesterly a distance of 1,030 feet, more or
less, to a point in the southeasterly boundary of land now or formerly of the Metropolitan Equipment and
Service Company, Inc., said point being in line with the rear boundary of lots 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 as shown on plan
recorded in Middlesex South District Registry of Deeds, Book 6826, Page 504, extended southeasterly,
thence along said extension and along the rear boundary of said lots 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 northwesterly a distance
of 620 feet, more or less; thence southwesterly along land of the Town of Lexington (public works garage
lot) a distance of 168 feet to Bedford Street, thence northwesterly along the northeasterly line of Bedford
Street a distance of 507 feet, more or less, to the point of beginning It was unanimously voted to post-
pone this article indefinitely
James F Flynn moved that the meeting be adjourned to Thursday, June 15, 1967 at 8.15 P.M.
Carried unanimously at 11 15 P M
Adjourned Town Meeting, June 15, 1967
Meeting called to order by the Moderator, Robert B. Kent at 8 17 P.M. There were 170 town
meeting members present. Invocation offered by Rev Harold T Handley
Article 22 POSTPONED Proposal to amend the zoning by-law on business districts
Article 23 VOTED To amend the zoning by-law by striking out paragraph 2 in subsection (g)
of Section 4 thereof under the caption A 1 - Garden Apartment Districts. Carried unanimously
Article 19 Following a favorable vote for reconsideration the following motion (as amended) was
offered ana voi r U To amend the zoning by-law by striking out paragraph f of subsection 2 of Section
8 (a) thereof under the caption AREA FRONTAGE AND YARD REGULATIONS and by adding at the end of
said Section 8 (a) a new subsection 6. to read as follows
6 The board of appeals may grant a special permit for exceptions from the area and front-
age provisions contained in subsection 1. of this Section 8 (a) for any tract of land of ten acres or more to
be subdivided, subject to the requirements and conditions described below
Subdivision of land in accordance with the provisions of this subsection shall be known and
may be referred to as Planned Unit Development.
a. The general objectives of planned unit developments are to encourage:
1 Preservation of open space for conservation, outdoor recreation or park purposes
2 Better utilization of natural features of the land through a greater flexibility of design.
3. More efficient provision of municipal services
b The number of building lots in any tract of land for which a special permit is issued shall not
exceed such number of lots, usable for building and conforming to the area and frontage requirements
specified in Section 8 (a) 1 hereof, as could be contained in eighty-five percent of the area of the tract to
be subdivided
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c. At least twenty-five percent of the total area of such tract shall remain unsubdivided, and
• except as provided below, unbuilt upon, and shall be used for conservation, outdoor recreation or park
purposes.
1. Such unsubdivided land may be in one or more parcels of a size and shape appropriate for
its intended use as determined by the board of appeals after consideration of the recommendations by the
planning board.
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2. Such unsubdivided land shall be conveyed to and accepted by the Town of Lexington or to
all home owners within such tract jointly or to a trust, the beneficiaries of which shall be the home owners
within such tract Such trust shall have as one of its purposes the maintenance of such land for conser-
vation, recreation or park purposes.
it The future ownership of such unsubdivided land, which may differ from parcel to parcel,
shall be specified by the board of appeals as a condition of the special permit
3 When such unsubdivided land is conveyed to persons other than the Town of Lexington, the
town shall be granted an easement over such land sufficient to ensure its perpetual maintenance as con-
` servation, recreation or park land
4 Access at least forty feet wide shall be provided to each parcel of such unsubdivided land
from one or more streets in the subdivision.
5 A maximum of twenty percent of such open land may be devoted to paved areas and struc-
tures used for or accessory to active outdoor recreation, and consistent with the open space uses of such
land
d. The following minimum standards shall be observed with respect to any reduction of street
frontage or lot area permitted in a planned unit development
1 Street frontage may be reduced to not less than 120 feet, and lot area may be reduced to
not less than 20,000 square feet
2. Street frontage may be further reduced on curves in accordance with the provisions of
subsection 7 of Section 8 (g) of this by-law
e. The petition for a special permit for a planned unit development shall be accompanied by a
preliminary subdivision plank a copy of which shall also be submitted to the planning board In addition to
the information required by rules and regulations of the planning board to be shown on preliminary sub-
division plans, such plan for a planned unit development shall show the following
1 Soil culture of the land such as wooded, pasture rock outcrops or swampy.
2. Proposed landscaping and use of land which is to be reserved for conservation, recreation
or park use, including any proposed structures thereon
f The planning board shall submit in writing to the board of appeals its report and recommen-
dation as to said petition for special permit, to include the following
1. Its determination as to the number of lots usable for building
2 A general description of the tract in question and surrounding areas
3 An evaluation of the appropriateness of the proposed development and the extent to which
it accomplishes the objectives of planned unit development.
4 Recommendations for the granting or denial of the special permit, including recommen-
dations for modifications, restrictions or requirements to be imposed as a condition of granting the
special permit.
g The board of appeals shall not take any action on a petition for a permit for a planned unit
development until the planning board shall have submitted its written recommendations to the board of
appeals or forty-five days shall have elapsed from the date of submission of the preliminary subdivision
plan and application for special permit In determining whether to grant a special permit for a proposed
planned unit development which meets the minimum standards stated herein, the board of appeals shall
consider:
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1 The report and recommendations of the planning board
2 The general objectives of planned unit development.
3. The existing and probable future development of surrounding areas
4. The appropriateness of the proposed development in relation to topography, soils and
other characteristics of the tract in question
h. Where its decision differs from the recommendations of the planning board, the board of ap-
peals shall state in its decision the reasons therefor.
i Nothing contained herein shall in any way exempt a proposed subdivision from compliance
with the rules and regulations of the planning board, nor shall it in any way affect the right of the board
of health and of the planning board to approve, with or without conditions and modifications, or disapprove
a subdivision plan in accordance with the provisions of such rules and regulations and of the subdivision
control law
J. The planning board shall not recommend and the board of appeals shall not grant a special
permit for the subdivision of land into lots having the reduced area and frontage, as provided for in this
subsection, if it appears that because of soil, drainage, traffic or other conditions the granting of such
permit would be detrimental to the neighborhood or to the town or inconsistent with the purposes of plan-
ned unit development. In granting a special permit, the board of appeals shall impose such additional
conditions and safeguards as public safety, welfare and convenience may require, either as recommended
by the planning board or upon its own initiative
k Subsequent to a special permit granted by the board of appeals under the provisions of this
subsection 6, and the approval of a definitive plan of a subdivision by the planning board, the location of
side and rear lines of lots in such subdivision may be revised from time to time in accordance with ap-
phcable
provisions of other laws and regulations but any change in the number of lots, the lines of streets,
the reserved open space, its ownership or use or any other conditions stated in the original special permit
shall require a new special permit issued in accordance with the provisions of this by-law Carried
unanimously
Article 24 MOTION: To amend the zoning by-law by striking out the words "The foregoing pro-
visions in Section 8 (a) 1. as to area, frontage and side yards only shall not apply to the following " as Ill
they appear at the beginning of paragraph (a) 2. of Section 8 thereof and subparagraphs a ,b., c., d. and e.
thereunder any by inserting in place thereof the following paragraph (a) 2 and subparagraphs a , b , c ,
d and e
2 The foregoing provisions of Section 8 (a) 1. as to area, frontage and side yards only shall not
apply to any lot lawfully laid out by plan or deed duly recorded, or shown on a plan endorsed by the plan-
ning board as not requiring approval under the subdivision control law, for a periodof five years from the
date of such recording or endorsement, whichever is earlier, provided such lot has an area of at least
5,000 square feet and a street frontage of at least fifty feet, and provided that at the time of such record-
ing or endorsement such lot complied with the area and frontage requirements of this by-law in effect at
the time of such recording or endorsement, nor shall said provisions of Section 8 (a) 1 as to area, front-
age and side yards apply to the following
a. Any lot lawfully laid out and recorded by plan or deed prior to March 18, 1929, provided such
lot contains an area of at least 5,000 square feet and a street frontage of at least fifty feet, and provided
further that if such lot has a frontage of less than 100 feet or an area of less than 10,000 square feet and
at any time on or after June 15, 1967 is held in common ownership with one or more contiguous vacant
lots, all having frontage upon a common street, said provisions as to area, frontage and side yards shall
apply to the extent that it is possible by combining such lots
b Any lot lawfully laid out and recorded by plan or deed on or after March 18, 1929 and prior to
August 8, 1938, provided such lot contains an area of at least 7,500 square feet and a street frontage of at
least seventy-five feet, and provided further that if such lot has a frontage of less than 100 feet or an area
of less than 10,000 square feet and at any time on or after June 15, 1967 is held in common ownership
with one or more contiguous vacant lots, all having frontage upon a common street, said provisions as to
area, frontage and side yards shall apply to the extent that it is possible by combining such lots
c. Any lot lawfully laid out and recorded by plan or deed on or after August 8, 1938 and prior to
December 4, 1950, provided such lot contains an area of at least 12,500 square feet and a street frontage
of at least 100 feet
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d Any lot situated outside the area described in Section 8 (a) 1.b., lawfully laid out and recorded
by plan or deed on or after December 4, 1950 and prior to November 30, 1953, provided such lot contains
an area of at least 15,500 square feet and a street frontage of at least 125 feet
e For any lot lawfully laid out and recorded by plan or deed, provided such lot complied with
area and frontage requirements in effect at the time of such recording and has an area of at least 5,000
square feet and a frontage of at least fifty feet on a public way or a way shown on a plan approved under
the subdivision control law, the board of appeals may grant a special permit for an exception to the pro-
visions of Section 8 (a) 1 as to area and frontage only, where a substantial area in the vicinity of such
lot has been developed and built upon and the residences in such area have been constructed on lots gener-
ally having no more area and frontage than such lot, and where substantial financial hardship as to the
owner of such lot would result from the requirement of larger area and frontage than generally prevail in
the area Notwithstanding the granting of such permit, the side yard requirements set forth in Section 8
(a) 3. shall be applicable By a vote of 101 to 55, less than the required two-thirds, the motion was de-
clared not adopted
Article 25 POSTPONED That the selectmen be authorized to construct a bituminous concrete
or other sidewalk within the location of Concord Avenue from the westerly terminus of Benjamin Road to
Waltham Street, including related work as required, where the abutting owner pays one-half the cost, or
otherwise, and to raise and appropriate therefor the sum of $20,000 00 Indefinitely postponed by voice
vote.
Article 26 VOTED To establish as a town way and accept the layout of as a town way, Laconia
Street from Lowell Street a distance of 1150 feet, more or less, southerly and easterly Carried by voice
vote
Article 27 VOTED To amend the zoning by-law of the Town of Lexington, Section 4 (j) C 4
Small Office Districts, by adding at the end the following paragraph
A district on the northerly side of Worthen Road bounded and described as follows SOUTHEAST-
ERLY by Worthen Road by five courses measuring respectively, twenty-five feet, one hundred eleven and
63/100 (111 63) feet, three hundred forty-eight and 26/100 (348 26) feet, one hundred nineteen and 2/100
(119 02) feet, and ninety-two and 97/100 (92.97) feet, NORTHEASTERLY by land now or formerly of First
National Stores, Inc , and Custance Brothers, Inc., four hundred seventy-six and 82/100 (476 82) feet,
NORTHWESTERLY by land of Town of Lexington, Lexington Housing Authority, eight hundred fifty-seven
and 98/100 (857 98) feet, SOUTHWESTERLY by land of Arthur C. and Florence B. Ruge, three hundred
thirty-seven and 93/100 (337.93) feet, NORTHWESTERLY by land of said Arthur C and Florence B Ruge,
twenty-five (25) feet, and SOUTHWESTERLY by land of Grace Chapel, Inc., four hundred fifty (450) feet,
more or less, to the point of beginning. By a vote of 120 to 37 (more than the necessary two-thirds) the
motion was adopted.
Article 28. VOTED To amend the zoning by-law adding in paragraph 2 of subsection (j) of
Section 5 thereof under the captions C 4 Districts the following new subparagraph d
d. Funeral homes
Carried unanimously.
Article 29 VOTED To amend the zoning by-law by adding at the end of Section 4 (b) under the
caption H 2 -Two Family Dwelling Districts the following new district
5. A district on the southwesterly side of Massachusetts Avenue extending from the westerly
line of Oak Street to the easterly line of Pleasant Street and for a depth of 100 feet throughout Carried
unanimously.
Article 30 VOTED To amend the zoning by law so as to change certain land from an R 1 One
Family Dwelling District to a CN Neighborhood Business District, by adding in Section 4, Geographical
Descriptions of Districts, at the end of paragraph 1 in subdivision (1) CN Neighborhood Business Districts,
the following additional description
This district shall also include the land on the northerly side of North Hancock Street commenc-
ing at the point of beginning of the land described in the preceding paragraph, thence northerly along the
easterly boundary of said land described in the preceding paragraph a distance of 108.96 feet to the Lot
12 referred to in said preceding paragraph, thence easterly along the southerly lot line of said Lot 12 and
then continuing on the same course a total distance of twenty-nine feet, more or less, to a point, thence
southerly in a straight line, running in part along the westerly boundary of the lot shown on plan entitled
"Land on North Hancock St., Lexington Belonging To Heirs Of Olive J. Smith," recorded in said Registry
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of Deeds in Book 3214, End, a distance of 119 feet, more or less, to a point in the northerly sideline of
North Hancock Street, and thence westerly along the northerly sideline of North Hancock Street a distance
of forty-two feet, more or less, to the point of beginning. More than two-thirds voted in favor (110-28)
and the motion was declared adopted. 11 48 P M
Article 31 To amend the zoning by-law of the Town of Lexington, Section 4 (h) C 3 Special Com-
mercial Districts, by adding the following at the end of said Section
"A district on the southerly side of the Cambridge Concord Highway (Route 2), bounded and de-
scribed as follows
SOUTHWESTERLY by land now or formerly of Lexington Investment Trust by four courses
measuring respectively, one hundred sixty-three (163) feet, one hundred tiity-live uo5) feet, three hun-
dred sixty-three (363) feet, and three hundred nineteen (319) feet, thence by the Northern Circumferential
Highway and the Cambridge Concord Highway by six courses measuring respectively, NORTHWESTERLY,
twenty-two (22) feet, NORTHEASTERLY, three hundred seventeen and 9/10 (317.9) feet, NORTHEASTERLY,
ninety-nine (99) feet and three hundred sixty and 8/10 (360.8) feet, NORTHWESTERLY, thirty-three (33)
feet, and NORTHEASTERLY, three hundred fifty-six and 5/10 (356 5) feet, thence EASTERLY by Spring
Street by two courses measuring respectively, one hundred forty-two and 5/10 (142.5) and one hundred
fifty (150) feet, and SOUTHERLY, five hundred fifty-four (554) feet to the point of beginning." Declared
lost by voice vote.
Lincoln P Cole, Jr moved that the meeting be dissolved Carried unanimously at 12 08 A.M
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I I Cemetery Commissioners
The Cemetery Commissioners submit their Annual Report for the year 1967.
Munroe Cemetery•
There were fourteen interments this year. Five foundations for head
stones were approved and set.
.destview Cemetery.
There were one hundred and eighty six interments for the year. Ninety -
seven lots, ten s, n.,le graves and five baby y graves were sold. Ninety five
deeds for lots purchased were issued. One Hundred and nine foundations for
flush markers were approved and set.
The following funds were collected and committed to the Town Collector.
Munroe Cemetery
Annual Care 42.75
Interments 344.00
Green & Lowering Device 66.00
'`iscellaneous Receipts 14.45
hI $5o7.20
.destview Cemetery
Sale of Lots 8,767 50
Sale of Sin^le Graves 288.00
Sale of Baby r'raves 120.00
Perpetual Care 9,813.00
Interments 5,056.00
Green I lowering Device 876.00
Foundations 976.00
Tent 210.00
Saturday Burial Fee 675.00
iiscellaneous Receipts 98.75
$26,880.25
The Cemetery Comn.issioners take this opportunity to acknowledge with thanks
the assistance and cooperation given to the department by the officials of
the Town, the members of the various departments andthe personnel of the
Cemet-ry Department.
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Cary Memorial Library
Herewith is presented the Report for 1967 of the Treasurer of the Board of
Trustees of Cary Memorial Library
Balance on hand January 1, 1967 $ 1,942 88
Receipts
Fines, etc $14,180 17
Transfer from General Investment Account 1,405 31
Gift--Lexington Savings Bank 120.00
Copying Service 310.50 16,015 98
Total Income $17,958 86
Expenditures
Books $13,113 60
Dues 239 31
Conference Expenses 928 19
Exhibits 586 30
Miscellaneous 688 49
Recruitment 81 00
Tufts Work-study Program 127 47 15,764 36
Balance on hand December 31, 1967 $ 2,194 50
The December 31, 1967, indicated balance is on deposit at the Lexington Trust Company.
East Lexington Branch Library
Balance on hand January 1, 1967 $ 917.95
Receipts
Fines, etc $ 1,809 10
Transfer from General Investment Account 742.16 2,551 26
Total Income $ 3,469 21
Expenditures
Books $ 3,240.16
Dues 2 00 3,242 16
$ 227 05
The December 31, 1967, indicated balance is on deposit at the Lexington Trust Company
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General Investment Account
Balance on hand January 1, 1967 $2,485 69
Income 2,464.97
$4,950.66
Transfer to General Fund 2,147.47
Balance on hand December 31, 1967 $2,803.19
The above balance is divided as follows
General Fund $1,754 49
Alice Cary Fund 189.35
Jane Phinney Fund 19 20
Goodwin Musical Fund 70.40
Laura M Brigham Fund 198 40
War Parents Memorial Fund 115 20
Sarah E. Raymond Fund 128 00
George Walter Sarano Fund 19.20
East Lexington Branch Library 308.95
$2,803 19
The above indicated balance is on deposit in the General Investment Account in
the Lexington Savings Bank
Development Fund
Balance on hand January 1, 1967 $3,375.73
Interest
154 02
Balance on hand December 31, 1967 $3,529 75
The above indicated balance is on deposit in the Development Fund Account in
the Lexington Savings Bank
Funds
General $14,802 44 War Parents Book Memorial $ 1,800 00
Leroy S. and Geneva Brown 4,000.00 Nelson W Jenney 2,000 00
Beals 1,100 00 Pauline Burbank Pierce 1,000.00
Maria Cary 400.00 Caira Robbins 300 00
Book Purchase 1,000 00 Wellington Library 1,100.00
Alice Butler Cary 2,958.50 Emma Ostrom Nichols 1,000 00
Jane Phinney 300 00 Sarah Elizabeth Raymond 2,000.00
Goodwin Musical 1,100.00 Abbie C Smith 1,000 00
Laura M Brigham 3,100 00
George W Sarano 300.00 $39,260 94
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Cary Memorial Library
Board of Trustees
Selectmen School Committee
Levi G Burnell -;-•Mrs Elizabeth H Clarke
Robert Cataldo Logan Clarke, Jr
Lincoln P. Cole, Jr Robert H. Farwell
Allan F Kenney -'-Austin W Fisher, Jr
--'-`Irving H Mabee Vernon Page
Settled Ministers
Rabbi Haskell Bernat - Temple Isaiah
The Rt Rev. Msgr George W Casey - St Brigid's Church
Rev Henry H Clark - Hancock Congregational Church
*Rev Calvin V French - Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints
Rev Nathan Goff - Grace Chapel
Rev. Harold T. Handley - Church of our Redeemer
The Rev Dr Stanley Harakas - St Nicholas Church
Rev Richard E Harding - Lexington Methodist Church
Rev Richard W Lund - Pilgrim Congregational Church
Rev. Martin U. McCabe - Sacred Heart Church
Rev. Bill Mclninch - Church of Christ
Rev. Kenneth E. Peterson - First Baptist Church
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Rabbi Herbert Rosenblum - Temple Emunah
Rev Floyd Taylor - The First Parish Church
Advisory Committee
Thomas S Grindle Mrs. Ruth Morey
Theodore Mairson Mrs Shirley Stolz, Chairman
Mrs Mildred Marek Hermon Swartz
Miss Millicent J. Taylor
'Executive Committee
-'President
President
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Recreation Committee
The following table compares the attendance on Lexington's playgrounds and pool during the last
three years
1965 1966 1967
Playgrounds 15,679 15,886 15,549
Arts and Crafts 6,360 6,928 6,972
Swimming Pool 22,016 34,831 37,907
Despite four days of rain and a two day holiday over July 4th weekend, resulting in a six day
loss during the 1967 summer season, attendances managed to hold up well Playground attendance was down
slightly by 337 while arts and crafts rose a bit by 44 Pool attendance, however, continued to soar as a
result of more mixed free swimming hours, with an increase of 3,076 to a record high of 37,907 for the
Town of Lexington's Municipal Pool
It is the Recreation Committee's policy, under the Recreation Director, to qualify as many child-
ren as possible for swimming in the deep pool, thus enabling them to enjoy a family swim with their parents
and other adults during the evenings and Saturday and Sunday afternoons Water safety is also taught at
the pool so that children may be qualified to swim in other deep water areas.
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Attendance Figures at the Playgrounds Were as Follows
Center 4,443
East (Adams 3,388
North (Parker) 2,238
Hastings 3,543
Harrington 1,937 f
15,549
Inter-playground activity was again held at the Center Playground where the major facilities
were used Volley ball matches for girls were scheduled on Monday and Wednesday mornings followed by
free swimming in the pool Junior and Senior boys baseball games were played on Tuesday and Thursday
mornings with free swimming and water polo matches in the pool at the completion of the games. All the
events were held in the cool mornings, giving the participants the opportunity to report back to their
respective playgrounds for the afternoon sessions, North (Parker) has been reduced to a junior play-
ground because of the small size of the field All children over 12 years of age report to another near-
by playground
Tennis instructions were also held in the mornings at the Center, Adams and Parker playgrounds
where tennis courts were available, and continued to be very popular to both children and adults Inter-
playground basketball games were held on Monday and Wednesday afternoons and set a new attendance record.
1
Participation Attendance of Major Activities were as Follows
Boys' Baseball(Junior and Senior) 1,050
Girls' Volley Ball 490
Boys' Basketball 602
Tennis Instructions 861
Retarded and Emotionally Disturbed Children's Program - at Franklin School
The program for retarded and emotionally disturbed children was again held at the Franklin
School with time off for swimming at the Municipal Pool at the Center every day from 11 00 A.M to
12 noon. The children were also encouraged to swim in the deep pool, and many did so plus diving off the
diving board The children were then returned to Franklin for the afternoon sessions which included
bowling, field trips, arts and crafts, nature walks and regular playground activity
The program
a) Nine weeks - Monday, June 26, 1967 through Friday, August 25, 1967
b) Monday through Friday - 9 00 A M - 11 00 A,M• - Franklin
c) Monday through Friday - 11 00 A M - 12 00 noon - swimming in pool at Center
d) Monday through Friday - 12 30 P M - 2 30 P M - Franklin
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Attendance 34 enrolled - daily average 24
Activities - See saws, bowling, jungle gym, arts and crafts, story telling, singing
indoor and outdoor games, daily swimming, marching, nature walks, acting in plays,
some afternoon sessions include field trips etc
Note• Transportation from Franklin to the pool and back to Franklin was supplied
free of charge by the C & W Bus Transportation Incorporated.
1. The swimming pool opened on Thursday, June 22, 1967 and closed on Friday, August 25, 1967,
The playgrounds opened on Monday, June 26, 1967 and closed on Friday, August 25, 1967
2 Lexington Recreation Twi-Night Basketball League - A new program was introduced during the
summer of 1967 Twi-night basketball under lights at the Center all purpose play area ran for seven
weeks and was open to all boys and men interested in participating. Three leagues A, B, & C were formed
depending on the age and size of the basketball players, with play-offs in the final week
a) Attendance enrolled 135 - nightly average 103
3 Lexington Softball League
a) Eight teams - Lincoln Lab (Champions), Public Works, Hancock, Oldex, Shoemaker &
Jennings, McSweeney's Painters, Jefferson Jets and Weston Instruments.
b) Statistics - 91 games - 160 players - daily average 48
c) Diamonds - Fiske, Hastings
4 Autumn Program - Boys Soccer - Sept , Oct., Nov.
a) Fifth and sixth grade boys - 9 00 A.M. - 11.00 A.M Saturday mornings
b) All matches at Center playground
c) Attendance - 694 - Average per Saturday 99
5. Autumn Program - Girl's Field Hockey & Soccer - Sept., Oct., Nov
a) Fifth and sixth grade girl's - 9 00 A M - 11 00 A M - Saturday mornings.
b) All matches at Center playground
c) Attendance 251 - Average per Saturday 35
6 Winter Programs
a) Fifth and sixth grade girl's - Saturday morning gym classes
1 Girl's at Muzzey Junior High Gymnasium - 9 00 A M - 11.00 A.M. -
December 3, 1966 through April 8, 1967
2 Attendance - 1140(New Record) - Average per Saturday 71
3 Activities - Rope climbing, volley ball, basketball, group games, obstacle courses,
mat exercise, modern dancing, square dancing, relays, punchball, parellel bars, side
horse, stunts, swedish box etc
b) Fifth and Sixth Grade Boy's - Saturday morning gym class
1 Boys at High School Gymnasium & Field House - 9.00 A M - 11 00 A.M -
December 3, 1966 through April 8, 1967.
2 Attendance 1733(New Record) - Average per Saturday 115
3 Activities - Relays, rope climbing, basketball, gymnastics, tug- b-war, mat
exercises, etc
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c) Intermediate boys ( Junior High age - 7th, 8th, 9th grades) Saturday morning gym class.
1 Boys at Diamond Junior High School Gymnasium - 9-00 A,M - 12 00 noon - December
3, 1966 through April 8, 1967
2. Attendance 1169 - Average per Saturday 73
3 Activities - Relays, basketball, gymnastics, mat exercises
d) Retarded and Emotionally Disturbed Children's Program - Saturday mornings
1 Boys and girls at Franklin School - 9.30 A M. - 11.30 A M - Swimming in Hayden Pool -
12.00 noon - 1-00 P.M. - December 3, 1966 through April 8, 1967.
2. Attendance 251 - Enrollment 22 - Average per Saturday 15. 1
3 Activities - Basketball, bowling, ropes, mat exercises, musical games, coasting and
sledding (when snow is on the ground), nature walks,(weather permitting), square
dancing etc. - swimming in the Hayden Pool at the conclusion of program at Franklin
School
e) Badminton - Tuesday and Thursday evenings at Muzzey Junior High School gymnasium -
7-30 P M. - 10.00 P M - October 18, 1966 through May 23, 1967
1. This program is for adult men and women of the Town of Lexington (18 years and over).
Instruction in badminton is also offered by volunteers of the Lexington Badminton
Association
2 Attendance 709 - an Average of 16 per session for 44 sessions
3 Thursday evening sessions were added to this program in order to accommodate the
Tuesday overflow, The program was also extended from April 5, 1967 to May 23, 1967
f) Ladies Exercise Classes - Tuesday evenings at the High School Gymnasium and Field House -
7 30 P M - 9 00 P.M - October 18, 1966 - April 11, 1967.
1. Activities - Exercises to music toward improving muscular fitness, the figure and co-
ordination, basketball and running in the Field House, gymnastics etc.
2 Attendance - 449 - an average of 21 for 21 sessions.
g) Men's Exercise Classes - Monday and Thursday evenings at the High School gymnasium and
Field House - 7.30 P.M. - 9.30 P M - October 17, 1966 through April 13, 1967
1 Activities - basketball, calisthenics, track, weights, volleyball etc
2 Attendance - 1775 - an average of 40 for 44 sessions.
h) Spring Program - Golf Instructions
1 Lexington residents - 7-00 P.M. - 9.00 P M - seven Tuesday evenings and seven Wed-
nesday evenings - February 28, 1967 through April 12, 1967.
2 All instructions given in High School gymnasium
3 Total enrollment 100 - an average of 25 per class.
4. Activities - Instructions for beginners, high handicappers, intermediate and advanced
golfers Orientation on golf, including grip, stance, body position and pivot plus
the proper use of each golf club toward improvement in the game
7 Facilities
a) Playgrounds
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1. Center - (including enclosed diamond), equipment building, three senior baseball
diamonds, four Junior diamonds, one football field with stands, one track with field
events area, eight hard top tennis courts, a practice tennis court, playground equip-
ment, sand box, horse shoe pits and one all purpose play area with lights for
basketball, ice skating etc
2. Hastings - one junior baseball diamond, one basketball court, large open area, play-
ground equipment, limited use of indoor facilities
3 East (Adams) - one Junior baseball diamond, one senior baseball diamond, two hard
top tennis courts, one outdoor basketball area (hard top) also used for all purposes,
playground equipment, horse shoe pits, limited use of indoor facilities of Adams
School, one large ice skating area also lighted for evening skating.
4 North (Parker) - two hard top tennis courts, two junior baseball diamonds, hard top
basketball court, hard top play area, limited use of Parker School indoor facilities.
5. Harrington - one Junior baseball diamond, playground equipment and horse shoe pits,
outdoor basketball court, limited use of indoor facilities of Harrington School
b) Play Areas
1. Baskin - one baseball and football area (Junior size) - can also be used for other
activities, one hard top (outdoor) basketball court.
2 Diamond Junior High - large athletic field, one major baseball diamond, one Junior
baseball diamond, outdoor basketball facilities
3 Fiske - two junior baseball diamonds, playground equipment, outdoor basketball
court, hard top play areas, ice skating area
4 Franklin - one Junior baseball diamond, outdoor basketball court, ice skating area.
The Retarded Children's summer program uses two rooms at Franklin School and the
winter program for these same children uses the gymnasium plus the adjoining play
areas outdoors whenever possible
5 Kinneen's - small basketball area, Junior baseball diamond, playground equipment,
ice skating area lighted for evening skating
6 Rindge Avenue Area (New) - one baseball and football area (junior size), can also
be used for other activities
7. Sutherland (Liberty Heights) - one Junior baseball diamond and football area - can
be used for other activities - one outdoor hard top basketball court, one ice
skating area
c) Municipal Swimming Pool (Wire Fence Enclosure)
1. One large 35' x 75' pool - 3' at shallow end and 8y at deep end
2. One small 35' x 35' pool - 0 to 21' deep.
3. Two locker buildings - one for girls and one for boys
d) Picnic Area
1 Willard's Woods - entry road, parking area, three fireplaces - reservations by
permit only, fire laws to be observed, five tables.
e) Ice Skating Areas
1. Center - one area (all purpose area) - lighted for evening skating
2 East (Adams) - one large area divided by board partition to seperate hockey players
from free skaters - lighted for evening skating.
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3 Franklin - one area
4 Fiske - one area
5 Harrington - one area
6 Hastings - one area
7. Kinneen's - one large area divided by board partition to separate hockey players
from free skaters - lighted for evening skating
8 Reservoir - one small area separated by dike from main body. Ice patrollers re-
strict hockey to delineated areas at designated times - lighted for evening skating
9 Sutherland (Liberty Heights) - one area
f) Indoor
1. Senior High School Field House and Gymnasium, Muzzey Junior High, Diamond Junior
High and Franklin School Gymnasiums with permission of the Lexington School Committee
2 Rooms for various meetings - by permission of the Lexington Board of Selectmen and
Police Department
8 Permits Issued
Senior, Junior and elementary schools for girls and boys sports activities, boy scouts,
girl scouts, cub scouts, brownies, Grace Chapel, St, Brigids J F K , Youth Group, Ledgemont
Laboratory, Kennecott Copper Corporation, Town Baseball Team, Legion Baseball Team, Little
League, Minute-Man Baseball League, Lexington Softball League, Suburban Tennis League,
Promenaders, Battle Green Chapter of DeMolay, Lions Club, Prof, Schrock (M I T ), Lexington
Tennis Association, Itek, Lincoln Lab, Weston Instruments, Burroughs Corporation, Systems
Development Corporation, Raytheon, Spring Tennis League, Fiske School P.T.A., New England
Tennis Association, Lexington Paul Revere Tennis Committee and Women's Tennis League
Respectfully submitted,
Recreation Committee
Robert E. Bond, Chairman
Vincent E Hayes
Richard S Sparrow
Paul Hanson
Robert Davison
Benedict W. Bertini, Director
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Conservation Commission
The Lexington Conservation Commission submits herewith part two of its annual report
for 1967
The following tables summarize major operations of the Commission during 1967 and the
status at year-end
Summary of New Funds Appropriated for Conservation Commission
Articles by the Town Meeting during 1967
Operating Expenses, March and June, Article 4 $ 1,000
Conservation Fund, March, Article 77 2,000
Whipple Hill purchase, 32 acres, additional funding for Art 82, 1966, under Art 78,
1967 ($50,000 total included $7,000 transfer) 43,000
Redcoat Lane purchase, 23 acres, additional funding for Art 14 of June 1966, under
Art 79 of March, 1967 11, 300
Longfellow Road purchase 6. 5 acres, March, Art 80 16, 000
Total of New Appropriations in 1967 $73, 300
Cash Reimbursements Received During 1967 under State Grand-in-Aid Programs
*West Farm, 25% of $24,200 for 11 acres, voted March, 1966, purchased March, 1967 $ 6, 050
*Church Land, 25% of $16,000 for 10 acres, voted March, 1966, purchased March, 1967 4, 000
*Whipple Hill, 25% of $11,788 for 4 acres, voted March, 1966 and 1963, purchased Feb , 1967 2,947
Swenson Farm, 25% of $158,200 for 58 acres, voted March and June, 1965 purchased mid-
1965 (total 1966-67 reimbursement = 75% on Swenson Farm) 39, 550
Total cash reimbursements received in 1967 $52, 547
Approvals Received on State and Federal Grant-in-
Aid Applications for which Funds not yet Received
Church Land, 50% of $16, 000 for 10 acres, see above (to be disbursed early in 1968) $ 8,000
(federal)
Redcoat Lane, 50% of non-federal portion of $50 984 voted June, 1966, and March, 1967,
purchased mid-1967, State (disbursement expected mid-1968) (State) 25,492
''West Farm additional 25% 6,050
*Church
,050
'Church Land, additional 25% 4 000
*Whipple Hill, additional 25% 2,947
Total approved-unpaid grants as of 31 December 1967 $46,489
*50% federal applications are pending, and if not approved, the State will reimburse an
additional 25%, or total of 50% State aid instead if 75% combined State-Federal aid
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CONSERVATION COMMISSION
Actual Conservation Land Purchases During 1967
Name Acres Cost
West Farm 11 $ 24,200
Church Land 10 16,000
Whipple Hill 4 11,788
Redcoat Lane 23 50,984
Totals 48 $102,972
With one small exception, every Conservation Commission purchase funded by the Town
Meeting before 1967, was consumated by the end of 1967 the exception is a small parcel on Winchester
Drive whose purchase is an involved task because of the change in Town boundaries a few years ago
The funding situation for the federal grant program has not improved substantially from
the situation reported last year Three federal applications are still pending and two more are about to
be submitted, pending completion of appraisals Some other towns in Massachusetts are beginning to
report rejections. The State grant-in-aid program appears to be in better shape. It has been operating
successfully for several years now
In response to many questions, selected excerpts from the applicable State and Federal
conservation reimbursement laws were reprinted here last year Two questions, especially, concerned
the degree of control that could be exercised by State and Federal governments over the use of the land,
and the desirability of giving up any of the Town's nearly total flexibility of open-space usage in exchange
for financial help It is noteworthy that some communities regard these safeguards as positive benefits,
and have even offered to accept the restrictions for only a token grant of a dollar
Discussion at inter-board meetings and at Town Meeting suggest that the breadth of purpose
in conservation land purchase and land use is still not substantially understood by many in Town govern-
ment Readers are referred to the 1966 Town Report, part 2, pp 82 and 83, and specifically to reprinted
excerpts from the General Laws, Ch 132A, Section II, subsections 2B and 2D, pertaining to authorized
uses of land on which State aic4 is received Some feeling has been expressed that Commission purchases
should be restricted to broad areas "unsuitable" for building, of marginal recreational value, to be used
by few people. Although significant portions of the land sought by the Commission may include such ,
characteristics, the Commission does not intend to limit considerations to such lands. For example,
Commission plans will include the purchase of buffer strips between existing residential development and
major highways. Such land may be "developable" in a narrow engineering sense, but is "unsuitable"
from the standpoint of good environmental planning, i.e with respect to engineering in a broader and
more professional sense Moreover, parcels of only a few acres which have special esthetic, recre-
ational, hydraulic, botanical, or other natural resources attributes valuable to the community, will be
recommended for purchase when these attributes outweigh their value to the existing community for
residential or for other development
One of the many principles the Commission employs in dealing with owners of Lexington
land requires emphasis The Commission feels that all landowners must be treated fairly and treated
alike, whether rich or poor, and whether resident in Lexington or in Australia No special concessions
should be granted in negotiations because the owner lives in Town or because the owner is not rich.
Even a Town Meeting member or other Town officer must be treated with the same impartiality as others
It is hoped and expected that the Town Meeting and other boards will treat the Commission's proposals
with the same principles of impartiality as the Commission uses with respect to land ownership and
price
Jules P Sussman, Chairman
Francis W. K Smith, Vice Chairman
Aiden L Ripley Leslie H York
Stanley A. Brown Paul E Mazerall, Ex-Officio
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Board of Health
The Board of Health submits the following report for the year ending December 31 ,
1967.
Organization and Meetings
The present Board of Health is composed of Mr. Rufus L. McQuillan, Chairman,
Dr. William Cosgrove and Dr. Charles Colburn. It meets the first Friday of every month,
with the exception of the month of 4ugust at 7:00 P.M. in the Selectmen's Room of the
Town Office Building. In 1967 eleven (11 ) regular meetings and one (1 ) public hearing
were held.
James F. Finneran Director of Public Health
James F. Finneran Milk Inspector
*James F. Finneran Inspector of Slaughtering
Robert C. Heustis Director of Public Health
Robert C. Heustis Milk Inspector
*Robert C. Heustis Inspector of Slaughtering
Dorothy M. Jones Clerk
Dorothy M. Jones Agent
Hazel J. Murray gent
*Dr. Carl R. Benton Animal Inspector
*James F. Finneran Assistant Animal Inspector
*Dr. Howard A. Smith Animal Inspector
Isabel S. Finneran, R D H Dental Hygienist
John R. Condon Collector of Milk Samples
Paul F. O'Leary (Metropolitan State Hospital ). . Special Agent
Charles S. Karr (Metropolitan State Hospital ). . Special Agent
Dr. Wm. McLaughlin (Metropolitan State Hospital ). . Special Agent
*r:pproved by the State Department of Public Health
Robert C. Heustis replaced James F. Finneran, August 1967.
Dr. Howard A. Smith replaced Dr. Carl R. Benton, May 1967.
Communicable Diseases
Animal Bites 129
ChicLenpox 44
Encephalitis 1
German Measles 7
Hepatitus, Infectious 13
Measles 5
Meningitis 1
Mumps 57
Salmonelli 12
Scarlet Fever 19
Streptococcal Sore Throat 240
Tuberculosis 2
A total of 654 cases of communicable diseases were reported in 1967. According
to lath all communicable diseases must be reported by the attending physician or by
parent or guardian.
Lexington Visiting Nurse Association
The Lexington Visiting Nurse Association made 1116 house visits on behalf of the
Health Department. These calls were as follows:
Communicable Diseases 174
Tuberculosis 146
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Health Supervision:
Infants under 1 year 247
Pre-school children 523
School children 26
Immunization Clinics
Diphtheria-Tetanus Clinic 319
Poliomyelitis Oral Sabin Vaccine Clinic 598
Influenza Clinic (Town Personnel Only) 321
Measles Prevention Clinic 99
Rabies Innoculation Clinic for dogs 896
Detection Clinics
Tuberculin Tine Test 455
Glaucoma Eye Screening Clinic 594
Pre-school Eye Screening Clinic 196
Medical Emergency Service
The Medical Emergency Service has proved very satisfactory. Any person can
obtain a physician in case of emergency 24 hours a day by calling the Police Department,
Fire Department or dialing 862-3282.
Report of the Dental Hygienist
Dental screening examinations were completed in all the elementary schools.
During the Fall term there were 5064 children examined and 525 defect notices mailed.
All those requesting dental clinic services were sent a special form letter
informing them of Medicaid Aid (title 19). Therefore, from September to December there
were no clinic days.
The Dental Health Program included:
Classroom Talks (grades 1-6) 266
School Visits 213
Conferences 53
Oral Prophylaxis 74
Luride Treatments 63
X-rays 32
Operative report of the Dental Clinic, January to June only
PATIENTS 316
Elementary Schools 314
Junior High Schools 2
FILLINGS 461
Deciduous 202
Permanent 259
EXTRACTIONS 2
Deciduous 2
Permanent 0
TREATMENTS 63
EXAMINATIONS 81
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Clinic Days (A.M. only) 38
Appointments 316
Completed 75
Mystic Valley Children's Clinic
The operational report for Lexington residents is as follows-
Total number of applications (all towns) 375
LEXINGTON RESIDENTS:
Application for clinical services 96
Cases carried over January 1, 1967 16
Diagnostic and other interviews 937
Interview Hours by Staff 1083
Additional Staff Hours on Cases 1833
Hours Staff Consultation to Community Agencies . . . 198
Total Staff Hours for Lexington Residents 3114
REFERRAL SOURCES
Schools 31 Medical 29
Social & Legal Agencies . . 13 Self & Friends . . . 23
Report of the Inspector of Animals
The function of the town veterinarian is to, 1 . examine and quarantine any animal
that has inflicted a wound to a human, 2. to inspect annually all livestock in the town,
3. to conduct the annual Rabies Clinic, and 4. to be available to the Board of Health
for consultation concerning any problem arising that involves the animal population that
can transfer any disease to our human population.
In our town of Lexington, and in most other progressive towns in Massachusetts,
annual Rabies Clinics are held. This year 896 dogs were innoculated against Rabies at
the annual clinic.
We are more fortunate than our other New England states in that we are not real-
izing any outbreaks of Rabies. The only positive cases that have been recognized has
been in the bat population, the number in Massachusetts has been 5 in 1967, the nearest
reported case has been in Bedford, Massachusetts.
As of May 1967 the policy of the Rabies Clinic has been changed. A modified live
virus is used which induces an immunity for at least two years, thus animals innoculated
this year are recommended to return to the clinic in 2 years. With these changes our
annual clinic will be given bi-annually, in the Spring and in the Fall .
In an effort to have a control of all animals the Board of Health accepted a
' recommendation, by myself, to spot check stray wild animals such as skunks, etc. that
have been killed on our roads here in Lexington, and to send the carcass to the State
Department of Public Health, Wasserman Laboratories, Jamacia Plain, Mass.
There were 129 animal bites reported from January 1 to December 31, 1967, 113
canine bites and 16 other animal bites such as moles, rabbits, chipmunk, squirrel,
hamsters and one bat. The animals were either quarantined or the heads sent to the
Wasserman Laboratory for testing. All were reported as negative.
A decline of 20% has been realized in dog bite incidences this year. I believe
this to be the result of the adopting and enforcing of the modified leash law.
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The annual inspection of all livestock was made during the month of December,
the following number of animals were examined:
Cows, bulls & steers 21 Sheep 2
Horses and Ponies 91 Goats 4
Twenty-nine barns and housing facilities were inspected and all were in satis-
factory condition.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank the Board of Health and its staff
for assisting me in my first year as town veterinarian. Also, I would like to thank the
Police Department for their continued help in taking the numerous injured animals to
veterinary hospitals, and in particular, dog officer, Sgt. Carl Carlson for his excellent
performance in handling the many complaints and responsibilities that go with this
assignment.
I would also like to pay special tribute to my late colleague and former town
veterinarian whose untimely death was a tragic occurence to all his many friends and
our Town.
Sanitation: Food, Milk and Water
All eating establishments, food markets, and bakeries were inspected for mainten-
ance of sanitary standards and for proper methods of storage, preparation, and dispensing
of foods. Multi-use utensils used in eating establishments were subject to routine
analysis to determine compliance with the regulation for bactericidal treatment. Of the
157 samples collected and tested 12.81% were over the accepted standard for bacteriolo-
gical cleanliness. Notices were sent to the establishment operators and re-sampling
carried out to determine correction of deficient bactericidal treatment.
93 random samples representative of milk products sold by licensed dealers were
collected for analysis. All samples were negative for the presence of phosphatose
indicating satisfactory pasteurization process. 35 samples exceeded the legal standards
for a colony plate count, and 59 samples exceeded the standards for the coliform test.
Written notices were sent to dealers and resampling of products was carried out to
determine that corrective action had been taken.
25 water samples were tested on request of residents, 20 samples from brooks and
streams, 3 private wells and 2 requests to test the municipal water supply. Field tests
were made at all of the 11 licensed public and semi-public swimming pools to determine
compliance with the regulation for residual chlorine and hydrogen-ion concentration (PH).
38 applications were received for private sewage disposal systems. This included
alterations, repairs and new construction.
Plans for 9 new subdivisions of land were submitted for Board of Health approval
as required by law. All of these subdivisions will be serviced by municipal sewage
systems. 8 were approved subject to providing proper drainage and 1 was disapproved due
to poor drainage conditions.
Complaints and Nuisances
84 complaints of conditions deemed detrimental or hazardous were received during
1967. A breakdown of complaints received is as follows:
7 Eating and Food Establishments
28 Exposed sewage wastes
19 Rubbish and garbage nuisances
10 Drainage problems
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7 Animal and Fowl complaints
2 Noxious weeds and odors
5 Insect and rodents
3 Housing deficiencies
2 Air pollution
Ail complaints were investigated and evaluated and correction obtained by written
notice to property owners and occupants. One case was settled through court action.
Other Inspections
13 Day Care Centers (Nursery and Kindergarten Schools) were inspected prior to
renewal of required licenses. 2 Convalescent and Nursing Homes were inspected and
approved prior to certification by the Board of Health.
Licenses
The Board granted licenses and permits as follows:
Animal Permits (including poultry) . . 50 Milk License-Vehicle . . . 20
Child Care Center Licenses . . . . . 12 Nursing Home Approval . . 2
Disposal Works, Installers Permits . . 15 Oleomargarine Permits . . 22
Food Establishment Permits . . . . . 38 Recreation Camp License . 1
Funeral Directors Licenses . . . . . 6 Rubbish Disposal Permits . 12
Garbage Disposal Permits . . . . . . 4 Septic Tank and Cesspool
Massage License . . . . . . . . . . 1 Permits . . . 38
Methyl Alcohol Permits . . . . . . 6 Sewage Disposal Permits. . 8
Milk License-Store . . . . . . . . 45 Swimming Pool Permits . . 12
A permit is required for keeping horses, cows, goats, swine and poultry. All
residents are urged to comply with the regulation in this regard.
Board of Health Receipts
Child Care Centers $180.00 Milk License-Vehicle $ 10.50
Dental Clinic Fees 135.00 Oleomargarine Permits . . . . 12.00
Disposal Works Installers Recreation Camp License . 3.00
Permits 30.00 Reimbursement, Premature Infant 172.63
Food Establishment Permits 36.00 Rubbish Disposal Permits . . . 28.00
Garbage Disposal Permits 2.00 Septic Tank and Cesspool
Massage License . . . . 5.00 Permits 190.00
Methyl Alcohol Permits . . . 6.00 Sewage Disposal Permits . . 24.00
Milk License-Store . . . . 22.50 Swimming Pool Permits . . . 27.50
Board of Health Expenses
Advertising $ 140.38 Mystic Valley Health Clinic . $5,650.00
Buriel of Animals 174.00 Office Supplies 217.53
Clinic & Health Services . 1,478.61 Printing . 372.87
Dental Clinic 533.23 Rabies Clinic 985.33
Emergency Service 321 .60 Premature Infant Care . 345.27
Engineering 613.02 Sundry (meetings, dues, etc). 132.32
Laboratory Equipment . . 511 .50 Transportation 422.82
Lexington Visiting Nurse . 4,000.00 Tuberculosis Care 1,967.40
The receipts are not available for use by the Board of Health but revert to the
Excess and Defiency Account.
R. L. McQuillan, Chairman
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Fire Commissioners
The Board of Fire Commissioners submits herewith Part II of the annual report of the fire
department for the calender year ending December 31, 1967
A total of 1481 alarms were answered as recorded in the following tabulation
Bell Alarms
Accidental 11 Grass, Brush and Woods 18
Auto 6 Sprinkler 1
Buildings 86 Dump 5
Faulty Fire Alarm 14 Truck 2
False 45 188
Still Alarms
Accidents 32 Emergency Edison 20
Animal Rescue 18 False Calls 5
Assistance 78 Investigation 51
Automobile 45 Needless 6
Buildings and Misc 68 Grass, Brush and Woods 195
Bus 1 Oxygen 70
Dump 67 Fire Prevention 20
Emergency Service 40 Truck 22
738
Mutual Aid
Lexington To To Lexington From:
Arlington 21 Arlington 8
Bedford 4 Belmont 1
Air Force Base 2 Waltham 5
Concord 1 14
Waltham 13
Woburn 2
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While covering Lexington Stations While covering out of town stations•
Arlington answered 1 Lexington answered 1
Belmont answered 1
Second Alarms Struck for 1967 -2
Veterans Memorial Ambulance Summary
Total runs during 1967 512 Bell Alarms 188
Total mileage during 1967 7320 Still Alarms 738
Mutual Aid 43
Total runs 969
Ambulance runs 512
1481
The apparatus traveled a total of 10,525 miles and used the following in extinguishing fires during
1967
79,000 ft of 3/4 inch hose Number of lights used
11,750 ft. of 1 and 1/2 inch hose Feet of cable used 7700
14,850 ft of 2 and 1/2 inch hose Feet of ladders used 1662
3,350 ft of 3 inch hose Total hours pumped 102 hrs 14 min.
Elapsed time of bell alarms 111 hrs 54 min
Elapsed time of still alarms 421 hrs. 15 min
Elapsed time of mutual aid 37 hrs 10 min
Total hours pumped•
570 hrs. 19 min
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Fire Losses for Year 1967*
Value of buildings involved by fire $769,200 00
Estimated loss of buildings involved by fire 33,605.00
Estimated loss of contents 23,091 00
Loss paid on buildings 32,711.22
Loss paid on contents 21,516 00
*Twelve reports are as yet incomplete
Fire Prevention and Inspections
The following inspections were conducted during the year and are considered an important factor
in keeping the fire loss at a minimum
Applications received for storage of oil 115
Applications received for blasting permits 87
Applications received for gas tank removal 3
Inspections made and permits issued:
Fuel Oil 100
Blasting New - 14 Renewals - 73 87
Gas Tank Removal 3
Blasting Locations Inspected 204
Underground tanks approved - fuel oil 36
General Inspections
Public and Mercantile 1504
Fire Alarm boxes inspected and tested quarterly 968
(242 boxes in service)
Extinguishers checked and refilled 1035
Batteries in fire alarm room tested weekly
Emergency generators and lighting systems
checked weekly
Special Inspections and Surveys
Department of Public Health - quarterly 20
Nursing Homes 23
Homes for the Aged 11
Churches and Church Property 51
Lexington Public Schools 202
Nursery Schools 20
Co-operating with State Fire Marshall 30
Requests for Information 507
Inspections of New Construction 86
Complaints Investigated and Corrected 77
Reinspections of all Types 156
Training Officers' Report
1 Various phases of firefighting procedures and skills conducted weekly by company officers
2 Extensive outside fireground training and skills conducted from May through October.
3 Academy Training:
A. Eleven privates graduated and received diplomas in fire fighting courses at the
Central Massachusetts Fire Training Academy at Framingham, Massachusetts.
(Four privates graduated from Basic Fire Fighting Course - seven privates
graduated from Advanced Fire Fighting Course.)
B Two lieutenants graduated and received diplomas for officers courses at Central
Massachusetts Fire Training Academy in Framingham, Massachusetts.
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C One lieutenant passed Red Cross First Aid Instructors Course and attended a
course on advanced instruction of the initial emergency care and transportation
of the sick and injured at the Harvard Graduate School of Business Administration.
4 Training officers and company officers attended regular monthly meetings and seminars of fire train-
ing programs throughout the state
Miscellaneous
The necessary funds were appropriated to allow the following projects to be completed in 1967•
1. Purchase of new Chief's car
2 Purchase of new Veterans' Memorial Ambulance
3 Existing old wires were replaced with new cable on Bedford Street from Worthen Road
to Hartwell Avenue, setting the stage for tying-in the Hartwell Avenue industrial area
and splitting the North Lexington circuit
4. Replaced old fire alarm wire with new cable along length of Spring Street and on
Marrett Road from Spring Street to Hudson Road
Fred C Bailey, Chairman
William P Fitzgerald Stanley E Robbins
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Police Department
January 1st - December 31st, 1967
Animals Cared For (Sick, Inured or Dead) 107
Animals Cared For (Stray) 40
Automobiles Reported Stolen 23
Automobiles Recovered 28
Automobiles Tagged (Parking Violations) 4,172
Bicycles Reported Stolen 137
Bicycles Recovered 60
Buildings Found Open 237
Committed to Insane Hospitals 16
Fire Alarms Responded To 192
Injured or Sick Persons Assisted 281
Lost Dogs Reported 360
Lost Dogs Returned to Owners 120
Messages Delivered 96
Missing Persons Investigated 72
Public Utilities Notified of Defects 182
Reports and Complaints Investigated 5,303
Speed Checks 1,167
Street Lights Reported Out 144
Sudden Deaths Investigated 18
Transients Accommodated 21
Vacant Houses Reported 730
Total Mileage Recorded on Car #30 8,124
Total Mileage Recorded on Car #31 70,943
Total Mileage Recorded on Car #32 77,224
Total Mileage Recorded on Car #33 73,118
Total Mileage Recorded on Car #34 78,974
Total Mileage Recorded on Car #35 32,176
Total Mileage Recorded on Car #36 9,610
Total Mileage Recorded on Car #37 13,276
Total Mileage Recorded on Car #38 16,336
Total Mileage Recorded on Car #39 12,309
Automobile Accidents
► January 74
February 116
March 120
April 69
May 68
June 67
July 77
August 62
September 65
October 85
November 126
December 100
Total 1,029
Personal Injury Accidents 399
Fatal Accidents 9
Persons Injured 575
Persons Killed 7
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Assault
Assault (Indecent) 4 4 3 1 1 1 1 1
Assault and Battery 10 10 2 8 2 1 3 1 5
Begetting 1 1 1 1
Breaking and Entering 10 10 1 9 10
Breaking and Entering
and Larceny 9 9 1 8 5 1 2 1
Conspiracy
Drunkenness 85 4 89 4 34 51 $190 8 4 15 7 2 53
Escapees 2 2 1 1 2
Fraud 1 1 1 1
Larceny, Check 1 1 1 1
Larceny 35 1 36 11 9 16 2 1 8 1 2 22
Larceny (Attempted) 7 7 3 4 1 2 4
Lewdness 5 5 3 2 1 1 3
Malicious Damage to
Property 1 1 1 1 1
Manslaughter
Non-Support 7 7 3 4 1 1 1 2 1 1
Rape
Robbery Suspicion of 1 1 1 1
Runaway 6 6 12 8 1 3 7 1 2 2
Truant
Fugitive from Justice
Trespassing 4 4 4 35 1 3
Receiving Stolen Property
Narcotic Drug Law,
Violations 10 10 2 8 2 1 3 4
Indecent Exposure 4 4 2 2 2 2
Procuring Alcohol for Minor 2 2 2 2
Violation of Zoning Laws 8 8 8 80. 8
Unlawful Sale of Alcohol 1 1 1 300 1
Operating to Endanger 83 12 95 1 15 79 1060 49 7 4 35
Operating with View Obstructed 22 3 25 6 19 265 25
Operating after Rev, of License
or right to Operate 16 16 2 14 470 11 4 1
Operating an Uninsured Car 27 27 1 6 20 525 20 2 1 4
Operating an Unregistered Car 35 1 36 1 8 27 460. 32 4
Operating without License 56 8 64 3 24 37 490. 1 49 2 1 11
Operating without Sticker 93 30 123 48 75 935 119 4
Operating under Influence 38 2 40 6 34 655 18 10 2 10
Hit and Run, Personal and/or
Property 11 1 12 1 5 7 120 5 3 2 2
Refusing to Stop 14 5 19 8 11 180 12 2 5
Speeding 895 198 1093 6 335 761 13485 5 1073 1 14
Violation Law of Road 92 16 108 1 41 66 980. 103 1 4
Violation of Probation 2 2 2 1 1
Violation Town Ordinance 197 87 294 134 150 2229 268 16
Violation Traffic Signal 263 75 338 69 269 1830. 1 332 5
Violation Park. Meter Reg. 110 28 138 44 94 250 1 118 19
Violation of a Stop Sign 116 40 156 63 93 880. 155 1
Violation of School Bus Law 22 17 39 13 26 305. 39
Allowing an Improper Person
to Operate 3 3 3 20 3
Using a M.V. w/o Authority 7 2 9 4 4 4 1 1 7
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Attaching Wrong Plates 6 6 1 5 $ 15 6
Improper Equipment
Operating w/o License
in Possession 40 7 47 17 30 335 45 2
Operating w/o Registration
in Possession 52 15 67 1 27 39 390 61 1 5
Transporting Goods on the
Lord's Day
Possession of Burglary Tools 3 3 3 3
Unlawful Discharging,Firearms 5 5 2 3 40 4 1
Unlawful Possession of Dan-
gerous Weapons 1 1 1 1
Disorderly Conduct 7 7 2 7 50. 2 1 4
Habitual School Offender 1 1 1 1 1
Vagrancy 4 4 1 3 3 1
Vandalism 5 5 4 5 1 5
Abroad at Night Time 3 3 3 1 2
Selling Milk w/o Permit 1 1 1 1
Arson 1 1 1 1
Contributing to Del of Minor 3 3 2 1 1 2
Peeping Tom 1 1 1 1
Suspicion 1 1 1 1
Disturbing the Peace 9 9 6 3 140 7 2
Stubborn Child 1 1 2 1 2 1 1
Abortion 1 1 1 200. 1
Possession of Harmful
{ Magazines 1 1 1 1
Selling of Harmful Magazines 1 1 1 1
Fail to Pay Overtime 1 1 1 1
Missing Persons 1 1 2 1 1 1 1
Possession of Brass Knuckles 1 1 1 50 1
Possession of Dangerous
Weapon 1 1 1 50 1
Mentally Disturbed 2 2 2 2
Loitering 4 4 4 50 3 1
Hawkers and Pedlars 1 1 1 1
Dog Violation 1 1 2 2 20 2
Throwing Litter on Street 1 1 1 20 1
Dumping Violation 9 9 1 8 90. 9
Threatening 3 3 1 2 1 1 1
Removal of Gravel w/o Permit 2 2 1 1 50. 2
Receiving Stolen Property 1 1 1 1
Annoying Telephone Calls 1 1 1 1
Lodgers 2 2 1 1 2
Violation of Weekly Wage Law 1 1 1 1
Delinquent 1 1 1 1 1
Possession of High Explosives 1 1 1 1 1
Violation of Board of Health
Rules 1 1 1 1
Failing to Produce License 2 2 1 1 75 2
Racing 2 2 1 1 50 2
Permitting Unregistered Motor
Vehicle to be operated 1 1 1 1 1
Permitting Uninsured Motor
Vehicle to be operated 1 1 1 1 1
Failing to Dim Lights 1 1 1 10 1
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LEXINGTON POLICE REPORT FROM January 1 - December 31, 1967
Arrests Statistics Dispositions
OFFENSES a a -o .-d >, o -d -o
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Leaving Motor Vehicle
Running Unattended 13 13 4 9 122. 13
Showing License of Another 1 1 1 1
Alcohol in Motor Vehicle
by Minor 16 16 2 7 7 140 9 7
Backing up on State Highway M 2 2 2 25. 2
Minor w/Alcohol in Possession 7 7 2 5 40 4 3
Operating w/o Head Lights 1 1 2 1 1 20. 2
Failing to Display Plates 6 6 3 3 35. 5 1
Operating Motor Cycle w/o
Proper Head Gear 17 1 18 6 12 120. 1 15 2
Possession of Forged License 1 1 1
Throwing Glass on Street 1 1 1 10 1
Spilling on Highway 6 6 6 50 6
Operating w/o covering on 6
Sand 1 1 1 10 1
Delivering Alcohol to Minor 1 1 1 1
Operating Motor Cycle w/o
Valid License 3 3 2 1 20 2 1
Passenger on Motor Cycle
w/o Head Gear 2 2 1 1 10 2
Operating Unregistered
Motor Cycle 2 2 1 1 100 1 1
Operating Uninsured Motor
Cycle 2 2 1 1 100 1 1
Operating w/ Jr License
after 1:00 A.M. 1 1 1 1 10. 1
Operating with Faulty Brakes 1 1 1 10 1
Refusing to name Owner of
Motor Vehicle 1 1 1 10 1
Incorrect Address on
Registration 1 1 1 1
Using Motor Vehicle w/o
Authority a/Suspension 2 2 2 30. 2
Totals 2590 566 3156 62 1062 2060 $28141 26 35 2690 41 13 33 11 307
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LEXINGTON POLICE DEPARTMENT AUTOMOBILE ACCIDENT ANALYSIS - 1967
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February 116 36 30 0 0 0 41 55 2 98 16 2 0 50 0 3 0 41 14 12
March 120 81 39 0 0 0 42 58 2 95 23 2 0 51 0 9 0 57 14 14
April 69 52 17 0 0 0 32 45 2 53 14 2 0 35 0 8 0 39 8 8
May 68 55 13 2 1 1 30 43 4 52 12 4 1 39 1 4 0 24 6 6
June 67 48 19 1 0 1 32 57 5 54 8 3 0 50 1 4 0 30 4 4
July 77 57 20 1 0 1 38 50 5 55 17 5 0 31 1 14 0 37 7 7
August 62 40 22 0 0 0 25 33 3 48 11 3 0 22 0 8 0 34 3 6
September 65 43 22 2 0 2 19 22 3 46 16 3 0 15 2 4 0 34 5 5
October 85 63 22 2 0 2 29 40 5 68 12 4 0 25 2 11 0 43 10 9
November 126 76 50 2 1 1 41 58 4 102 20 3 1 47 0 8 1 59 11 11
December 100 61 39 1 0 1 44 68 2 80 17 2 0 56 1 10 0 52 16 15
Total 1029 707 322 11 2 9 403 578 38 806 184 34 2 455 8 97 1 485 107 105
LEXINGTON POLICE DEPARTMENT AUTOMOBILE ACCIDENT ANALYSIS - 1967
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Regulatory Inspection
Summary of Building Permits
No of
Permits Amount
Single Family Dwellings . . 136 $2,784,000 00
Two Family Dwellings 1 20,000 00
Additions and Alterations 175 1,046,298 00
Garages . . . . 16 38,970 00
Carports . . . . . . . . . 2 2,000 00
Service Stations 1 20,000 00
Signs25 9,633 00
Re-roofing . . 17 15,840 00
Commercial Buildings . . . . 4 2,698,200 00
Swimming Pools23 91,710 00
Tool Sheds . . . 14 3,039.00
Road Stands . . 1 20,000 00
Grain Tank . . . . 1 900 00
Re-locate Dwellings3 30,000.00
Re-locate Buildings . . . . 2 350 00
Accessory Buildings 3 12,500 00
Demolitions . . . . 8 6,995 00
Fire Damage Repairs . 2 23,000 00
Housing for Elderly 1 765,000.00
(Two Permits - #372 - 372A) . (1)
Total . . 436 $7,588,435 00
1967 saw a decrease in the total number of permits issued, but a 21 percent increase in the num-
ber of single family dwellings over 1966.
Looking back five years to 1962 when 136 single family homes were built also, we find a marked
increase in the cost estimate per unit. This averages out to 4 8 percent per year, well over the national
average.
The Hartwell Avenue CMI district saw two more buildings started, one for the Hewlett Packard
Company and the other for Instrumentation Laboratories.
The housing for the elderly, the William Roger Greeley Village, with its 100 apartments got under
way and it is expected to be completed next summer
Lexington center had continued changes with the new addition to the Federal Savings Bank Build-
ing, a second story on the telephone building, and new store fronts and alterations on a number of stores.
Late in the year a permit was issued for the demolition of the old car barn building on Bedford
Street, long a landmark in town
There were 76 complaints received relative to zoning, signs, board of appeals and historic dis-
tricts decisions, that were investigated Three of the investigations developed into court cases, two in-
volving gravel removal and the other, business use in a residential area
Overall it was an active year with commercial construction again making up a large percentage
of the total
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WIRING INSPECTOR
Robert K. Jeremiah
I herewith submit my report for the year ending December 31,
1967.
Number of Permits Granted - - - - 718
Cash Received from Permits - - -82,162.00
Summary of Electrical Permits
New Buildings 137
Oil Burners 121
Electric Ranges 19
Additions 106
Hot Water Heaters Installed 2850
Alterations
Electric Dryers i�5
Temporary Services 32
Dish Washers Installed 11
Electric Garbage Disposals 12
Post Lights Installed 6
Gas Burners Installed 41
Gasoline Pumps 3
Air Conditioning Units 11
Flood Lights Installed 8
Commercial Installations
6
Re-Locations of Buildings 23
Swimming Pool Wiring
Outdoor Signs 6
Electrical Heating Installed 12
New 100 Amp. Services 81
Fire Alarm Systems 6
New 200 Amp. Services 16
Circulating Pumps 10
Temporary Festoon Lighting 3
Electric Gutter Cables
Electric Kiln 2
Emergency Lighting 3
Hood Fans
Pumping Stations 1
Ice Making Machines 1
Fire Inspections 6
The year 1967 has shown an increase in new build-
ings and a rise in Electrical Permits issued.
With the building of the Hewlett Packard Building,
the Amicon Building, additions to the Telephone Building,
the Fairlawn Nursing Home, the Pine Knoll Nursing Home, and
the Lexington Indoor Tennis Court, and the drive by Boston
Edison to increase the services to the homes, and with the
re-locations of five buildings, it has been a busy year.
An inspection was made at the Pine Knoll Nursing
Home, the Grey Nuns Nursing Home, the Fairlawn Nursing Home,
and the Hancock House Nursing Home.
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PLU:rriNG A'I2 GAS I'T PECPJR
John B. Byrne,Jr.
I herewith submit my report for the year ending December 31,
1967.
Number of Plumbing permits 420
Cash Received from Permits 4,1,212.75
Summary of Plumbing Permits
Fixtures Permits
\ew Installations 2401 lbl
Alterations 359 147
Peolacements 162 112
Permits Cancelled 3 1
2q2 21
Complaints 24
"lumber of Gas Permits 319
Cash deceived from Permits .437.50
Summary of Gas Permits
Fixtures Permits
New Installations 202 b7
Alterations 172
Replacements 101 100
Permits Cancelled
470 3
Complaints 11
S'ALFR OP WPTG-P'S AflD 'nAP?1RES
Bernard J. Belcastro
I herewith submit my annual report for the year
ending December 31, 1967.
Scales Adjusted Sealed Condemned
100 lbs. to 5,000 lbs. 3
10 lbs. to 100 lbs. 10 52
10 lbs. or less 6
Weagnts:
Weights each 56
;`eters
Inlet-One inch or Less 30 114
fore than one inch
Volumetric 9easures:
Liquid, one gallon or under 8
Totals
239
Sealing Fees paid Town Treasurer $365.60
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REPORT OF THE SCHOOL DEPARTMENT
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
1 9 6 7
Personal Services
1967 Appropriation for Salaries $5,498,754.00
Paid from PL-874 $181,475.31
PL-864 III 65,331.46
PL-864 V 49,242.30
Perf. Arts 10,225.00
Metco 19,796.80
R E D 16,926.00
342,996.87
$5,841,750.87
Expenditures
General Control
Administration $106,364.36
Sec. & Clerks 72,093.39
Expenses of Instruction
Coordinators & Dept. Heads 213,777.46
Sec. & Clerks 30,325.98
Principals 280,447.84
Sec. & Clerks 163,334.76
Teachers 4,076,662.48
Special Class Assts. 16,203.15
Librarians 106,054.17
Sec. & Clerks 8,142.88
Guidance 192,658.73
Sec. & Clerks 11,869.93
Psychologists 22,129.95
Sec. & Clerks 2,952.31
Attendance 30,814 72
Health
Nurses & Doctors 56,808.99
Transportation
Pupil Transportation 8,026.55
Food Services
Supervisors 19,841.52
Operation & Maintenance
Maintenance Men 48,063.28
Custodians 314,134.16
Total Expenditures for Salaries 5,780.706.61
Unexpended Balance $ 61,044.26
Expenses
1967 Appropriation for Expenses $ 988,674.00
Expenditures.
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Expenses (continued)
General Control
School Committee & Supt's Office 14,066.70
Expenses of Instruction
Supv. Supplies & Expenses 10,874.85
Principals 32,269.23
Teaching 82,572.14
Teaching (Spec. Areas) 78,859.28
Textbooks 76,618 27
Library Books E Supplies 53,518.05
Audio Visual Supplies & Expenses 24,556 98
Psychological 16,384.87
Educational TV 2,000.00
Other School Services
Psychiatrists, Health Supplies 6 Exp. 8,768 46
Transportation 160,580.84
Food Services 2,785.29
Student Publications 670.66
Operation of Plant
Custodial Supplies & Misc. 28,421.59
Fuel 56,173 76
Utilities 145,050.30
Maintenance of Plant
Repairs to Grounds 1,706.72
Repairs to Bldgs. 75,862.63
Repairs to Equipment 14,115.23
Fixed Charges
Rental of Buildings 540.00
Community Services
Transportation to Non-Public Schools 16,751.32
Acquisition of Fixed Assets
Title III 13,927.51
Replacement of Equipment 15,206 80
New Equipment 42,224.11
Programs with Others 1
Transfer of Funds 303.80
Total Expenditures for Expenses 984,809.39
Unexpended Balance $ 3,864.61
Total Expenditures, Salaries 6 Expenses $6,765,516.00
Income 6 Reimbursement
Tuition 4,285.58
Comm of Mass
School Funds, Chapter 70 810,406.40
Transportation, Chapter 71 135,853.96
Special Classes 79,151.00
Rentals 6 Misc. 6,192 77 1.035,889.71
5,729,626 29
Less Personal Services paid from PL-874, 864,
Perf. Arts, Metco 6 R & D accounts 342.996.87
Net Cost Salaries & Expenses 1967 $5,386,629.42
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Segregated Budgets 1967
Vocational Education - Tuition and Transportation
1967 Appropriation $10,290.00
Expenditures•
Tuition - Day Classes $5,877.87
Evening Classes 400 40 $6,278 27
Transportation 1.580.30
Total Expenditures 7 858.57
Unexpended Balance $2,431.43
Net Cost*
Expenditures 7,858.57
Reimbursement from Comm of Mass.
Transportation - 1/2 of expenditures
for school year ending June 1966 1,034.25
Net Cost $6,824.32
Vocational - Adult Education
Appropriation George Barden Cash Total
On hand, 1/1/67 $1,200.00 $1,550 85 $2,750.85
Receipts 1967 1.11 340 00 1.890.00 5 803.50 19.033.50
Total $11,340 00 $3,090.00 $7,354.35 $21,784.35
*Expenditures 1967 11 340 00 2.280.00 4 758.09 18.378.09
810.00 2,596.26 3,406.26
*Expenditures 1967•
Salaries of Director $1,300.00, Instructors $15,066.00,
Clerical $263 25, and Custodians $991.36 $17,620 61
Supplies $289.01, Texts $13 93, Equipment $178.07,
Repairs $90.97 and Printing $185.50. 757.48
$18,378 09
Total Expenditures $18,378 09
Less Cash, State Funds, Tuition
paid to Town 7,254 09
Net Cost $11,124.00
LUT-OF-STATE TRAVEL
1967 Appropriation $10,950 00
Expenditures 10,795.56
Net Cost for 1967 $ 154 44
ATHLETIC BUDGET
7UNIOR AND SENIOR {IGH SCHOOLS
Balance January 1, 1967 $ 1,459.19
Town Appropriation ... • 74,586.00
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ATHLETIC BUDGET (continued)
Admissions.
Football .. .. 7,038.77
Basketball 2,004 00
Gymnastics 590.36
$ 85,678.32
Girls' Boys' Diamond Muzzey
Expenditures. Senior Senior Jr. High Jr. High
Football 23,391.47
Cross Country995 10
Basketball 7,897.99 1,413.48 1,321.08
Hockey 7,971.74
Track 3,821.24
Baseball 5,111.44 1,474.08 1,713.20
Tennis. . 685.23
Golf 853 42
Soccer 4,190.88
Gymnastics 1,496.79
Wrestling 1,067.75
Indoor Track2,092.29
Swimming 2,175.37
Field Hockey1,952.85
Basketball 1,534.12
Cheerleaders367.10
Softball 825.20
Tennis 581.90
Gymnastics ... 1,198.27
Lacrosse 1,057.06
General Misc4,994.46 12.00 6.94
Director Athletics 1,600.00
Equipment Manager 625.00
Faculty Manager 312.50 287.50
Doctors' Salaries 550.00
7,516.50 69,520.17 3,212 06 3,328.72
Total Expenditures 83,577 45
Unexpended Balance $ 2,100.87
Food Services Program
Income
Cafeteria Sales 310,206.39
Other Income 3,165.99
Subsidies State 33,192.56
Federal 55,734.81
$402,299.75
Previous Cash Balance 3,824.32
Credited from Town Funds -
$406,124.07
Expenditures
Food 231,922 14
Labor 151,111.75
Equipment -
Other Equipment Replacement $ 370.43
Service 1,393.53
Express 6,584.10
Insurance 136.00
Mileage 649.54
Supplies Cleaning 2,119.00
Linen 2,004.40
Office 73.29
Paper 3,865.44
Postage 137 50
Miscellaneous 306.22
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Food Services Program (continued)
$ 17,639.45
$400,673.34
Current Cash Balance 5,450.73
Cash on Hand 180.00
Amount due from State and Federal Funds 34.401 16
Cash Value $ 40,031.89
Value of Inventories 10 407.48
$ 50,439.37
Accounts Payable 43,660.08
Operational Balance 6,779.29
Miscellaneous Data
Gratis Lunch Value 10,953.06
Commodity Value 81,846.05
Commodity Value-Home Economics Classes 217.39
Supplies Purchased-Home Economics Classes 433.84
*Matchinm Fund
Supervisory Salaries $ 18,931.52
Equipment New Schools 25,706.00
Gas 3,148.00
Electricity 16,159.00
Water 172.45
Office Equipment 23.35
Telephone 1,061.92
Repair Existing Equipment 1,765.14
Food Truck Expenses 221.69
Food Supplies 7,418 96
Expendable Equipment New Schools 3,245.63
Heavy-Duty Equipment, New Schools 1,607.95
*A Federal requirement wherein the State must account for each $ 79,461.61
Federal dollar to be matched by $3.00 from sources within the Commonwealth.
Federal Funds from PL-874
Balance January 1, 1967 $ 3,855.31
Reimbursement Received 177,620 00
$181,475.31
Expenditures
Personal Services 181,475.31
Unexpended Balance - 0 -
Federal Funds from PL-864
Title III
Balance January 1, 1967 $ 55,444.62
Reimbursement Received 9,886.84
$ 65,331.46
Expenditures
Personal Services 65,331.46
Unexpended Balance - 0 -
Federal Funds from PL-864
Title V _
Balance January 1, 1967 $ 26,040.61
Reimbursement Received 23 201 69
$ 49,242.30
Expenditures. 49 242.30
Personal Services
Unexpended Balance - 0 -
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Performing Arts
Balance January 1, 1967 $ 2,045.00
Reimbursement Received 8,180.00
S 10,225 00
Expenditures
Personal Services 10,225.00
Unexpended Balance - 0 -
Metco
Balance January 1, 1967 $ 5,092.00
Reimbursement Received 19,844.80
24,936.80
Expenditures
Personal Services 19.796.80
Unexpended Balance 5,140.00
Curriculum Development L Research
Balance January 1, 1967 $ 23,258.85
Expenditures.
Personal Services $16,926.00
Expenses 2,669.81
19.595,81
$ 3,663.04
Summer Reading Program
1966
Balance January 1, 1967 $ 3,184.26
Expenditures.
Refund to Comm. of Mass. -3,184.26
Unexpended Balance - 0 -
Summer Reading Program
1967
Federal Funds Received $ 27,310.00
Expenditures. 25.950.32
Unexpended Balance $ 1,359.68
Music Research
Balance January 1, 1967 499.60
Received 29,104.00
Expenditures 29,603.60
29,010 25
Unexpended Balance
$ 593.35
Slow Achiever
Federal Funds Received $ 8,500.00
Expenditures. 4 109.13
Unexpended Balance $ 4,390,87
Pupil-Parent Counseling Program
Federal Funds Received $ 1,600.00
Expenditures 691.56
Unexpended Balance $ 908.44
Business b Office Equipment
Federal Funds Received $ 7,304.00
Expenditures• 6,797.60
Unexpended Balance $ 506 40
Miscellaneous
Library Award $ 23.28
BU Counseling 16.47
Diagnostic & Consulting Services $ 3,400.00
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BOARD OF APPEALS
The Board of Appeals scheduled ninety petitions during the year 1967 Of these three were with-
drawn by the respective petitioners, eight were yearly renewals and seventy-nine were brought before the
board for hearing
Following is a listing of these hearings and the decisions rendered in each case:
1. Nicholas Cannalonga - permission to continue to operate a roadside stand under the trade name
of Wagon Wheel Nursery on property located at 927 Waltham Street, Lexington, to be used for
the sale of nursery products grown on said land, also to sell Christmas trees, wreaths, etc. in
the appropriate season. Granted
2. Mystic Valley Mental Health Association, Inc - permission to install an exterior fire escape
from the southwest third floor rear window of the building at 186 Bedford Street to provide a
second exit from the third floor, required by safety regulations to permit use of the third floor
for consultation rooms and offices in accordance with the board of appeals permit dated Febru-
ary 1, 1966 Granted
3 Burton R Liebman - to vary the zoning by-law in order to maintain existing buildings at 24
Locke Lane, the overhang of which has a 28 5 setback instead of the required 30 feet, and to
permit 12 feet extension of present building to the garage with same 28 5 feet setback Granted.
4, Jonah Kalb - to vary the Lexington zoning by-law in order to maintain at 17 North Street a
building on e corner of which is 10 feet from the side line instead of the required 15 feet, also
to erect a wing, foundation of which would conform to the by-law but one corner of overhang
would require a 16 inch variance, and to construct a deck in rear of present house and garage
one corner of which would be 11 feet from the side line instead of the required 15 feet Granted
5 Ralph H Hall - to vary the Lexington zoning by-law to permit the removal of 10 3 feet of exist-
ing garage located at 75 Hancock Street, leaving existing building with 7 feet rear yard and pro-
posed 5 feet side yard Granted to maintain the existing garage with 7 feet rear yard with the
understanding that the proposed 5 feet side yard should be 10 feet
6 Thomas A Rosse - A finding and determination that a proposed one-story building be used for
administrative offices, research and development, and light manufacturing to be located on the
westerly side of Hartwell Avenue between Maguire Road and Wood Street, consisting of twenty
acres, will constitute a desirable development, not detrimental to the area Granted.
7 Richard A Currier - permission to lease to Davey Tree Export Company of Kent Ohio space
in the rear of building at 394 Lowell Street, Lexington, to be used for the purpose of office and
storage of equipment and supplies pertaining to the landscape business. Granted
February 14, 1967
8 New England Telephone and Telegraph Company - for permission to construct and use a second
floor addition approximately 46 feet by 70 feet on the existing automatic dial telephone exchange
building at 73 Waltham Street within the C 2 district Granted
9 Honeywell, Inc - for a finding and determination that a proposed Research and Development
Facility to be occupied by Honeywell, Inc , and to be located on Lot 5 (Forbes Road) in Minute
Man Research Park, Lexington, will constitute a desirable development, not detrimental to the
area Granted
10 Nicholas A Cannalonga - for permission to extend the present building at Wagon Wheel Nursery,
927 Waltham Street, 22 feet by 26 feet to be used for storage and display purposes only. Granted.
11 Trustees Hartwell Westview Trust - to vary the Lexington zoning by-law in order to permit
parking spaces for vehicles within a 15 foot portion of the 25 foot side yard area in the north-
westerly boundary at the rear of a building constructed for Weston Instruments, Inc at the
corner of Hartwell Avenue and Westview Street Granted
12 William D Lanning - to vary the Lexington sign by-law in order to erect a sign at 1762 Massa-
chusetts Avenue which would be 18 inches by 10 feet, 6 inches, or larger than that permitted
Granted
13 Robert M. Adam - to vary the Lexington zoning by-law in order to erect a two-story addition
at 63 Spring Street which will have 5.7 feet side yard instead of the required 7 5 feet Granted
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14 Church of Christ - for permission under the sign by-law to demolish present sign and replace
with a new one at 319 Lowell Street. Granted
15 Wilson Farm, Inc - permission to demolish existing roadside stand and construct new stand
at 10 Pleasant Street which will be further back from the road. Granted
16 Mark Moore, Jr - to vary the Lexington zoning by-law in order to construct a house on Lot
C, Tavern Lane as shown on a "Plan of Land in Lexington, Massachusetts," dated December
9, 1966 by Albert A Miller and Wilbur C Nylander, duly recorded at Middlesex County Regis-
try of Deeds Granted.
17. Lexington Housing Authority - for a finding and determination by the board of appeals that the
10 acre development of the Lexington Housing Authority located in an A 1 district and to be
known as William Roger Greeley Village including the portion previously approved by the
board of appeals, constitutes a desirable development not detrimental to the neighborhood and
the town the number of paved parking spaces to be at least fifty (one-half of the proposed
number of dwelling units) with additional space provided along the access roads within the
development and on unpaved grass areas to bring the number of parking spaces up to 100.
Granted
18 Robert O. Tillinghast - to vary the Lexington zoning by-law in order to reduce the area of
Lot C at 859-861 Massachusetts Avenue by 254 square feet to be added to Lot A, and to main-
tain a garage in its present location with insufficient side and rear yards, and to construct a
two-family dwelling on Lot A as shown on plot plan submitted. Granted
April 4, 1967
19. E.L.Sharkey for permission to continue the use, and extend for two years beginning March 30,
1967, of the premises known as Lot 11, 16 Hazel Road, as the site of microwave transmitting
equipment, including specifically a long-range calibration unit The land is owned by the un-
dersigned and leased to Raytheon Company on a two-year basis. Granted for two years
20 Dr William C. Graham - to vary the sign by-law in order to maintain present sign in front of
office at 21-A Muzzey Street. Granted for two years
21 Ella Brehm - to vary the sign by-law in order to erect a free standing sign, 2 feet by 1 1/2
feet, on aluminum post to be used for directional purposes The address of the property in-
volved is 1640-44 Massachusetts Avenue and 1 Wallis Court Granted with the following con-
ditions The sign shall be located from the back side of the post and extend over the fence
which adjoins a post so that there will be no overhang above the sidewalk and it shall not be
lighted later than 8 30 P,M
22 Adams Pool Corporation, Sumner J Foster, President - for approval for the building of a
neighborhood pool for recreational purposes at 316 Emerson Road. Granted
23 Frederick F. Bird - to vary the zoning by-law in order to build an extension to present house
at 2685 Massachusetts Avenue which would be 14 2 feet from the side line instead of the re
quired 20 feet Granted for 18 feet instead of the requested 14 2 feet
24. Vine Brook Swim Corporation - to vary the Lexington zoning by-law in order to use Parcel
"A" located at the rear of 157 East Street for the building of a neighborhood pool for recrea-
tional purposes, which parcel is shown on a plan entitled "Saddle Club Estates, Section III,"
dated March 1, 1967 Wilbur C Nylander and Albert A. Miller, C E 's, which parcel does not
have the required frontage and therefore requires a variance Denied.
25 Todd Realty, Inc. for permission to subdivide a parcel of land containing 12 8 acres, more
or less located next to 157 East Street, into lots of not less than 20 000 square feet and hav
ing a frontage of not less than 120 feet (cluster zoning), each in accordance with Section
8(a)2 f of the Lexington zoning by-law, all as shown on a plan entitled "Saddle Club Estates,
Section III," dated March 1, 1967, made by Wilbur C Nylander and Albert A Miller, C E 's
Denied
April 18, 1967
26 Alfred Busa - to vary the Lexington zoning by-law in order to maintain a dwelling on Lot 8
Circle Road, Green Valley, Section 7, said lot having a frontage of 124 50 feet instead of the
required 125 feet Granted
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27. Charles L Devoe - to vary the Lexington zoning by-law in order to construct at 14 Winthrop
Road a side porch having a side yard of 10 feet instead of the required 15 feet Granted
28 Janet L. Legere - to vary the Lexington zoning by-law in order to build a house at 16 Grape
vine Avenue which will have a side yard of 7 15 feet instead of the required 10 feet Granted
29 S & A Realty Trust (Ralph Hall) - to vary the Lexington zoning by-law in order to relocate
a lot line between 75 and 73A Hancock Street and remove, if required, part of existing garage,
or to permit a variance of 6 7 feet side yard instead of the required 10 feet Denied
30 Arthur and Patricia Millican - to vary the Lexington zoning by-law in order to build a one-
car garage extension to present house at 90A Hancock Street which would be 10 feet from the
side line instead of the required 15 feet. Denied
May 23, 1967
31 George Avakian - to vary the Lexington zoning-by-law in order to erect a two-car garage on
property at 181 Marrett Road which would have a 5 foot side yard instead of the required 15
feet Denied
32 Mark Moore, Jr - to vary the Lexington zoning by-law in order to construct a house on Lot
C, Tavern Lane which has insufficient frontage Granted
33 Garry J and Mary R. Margolius - to divide Lot 196A at the intersection of Weston Street and
Shade Street into two lots, neither of which would have the required area and frontage
Granted
34 Thomas F and Patricia J Connors - to maintain the house at 119 Lowell Street on Lot 43A
which has frontage on Lowell Street of 141 52 feet and an area of 13,790 square feet Granted.
35 Ray Howland, Jr - for permission to construct and operate a nursing home on a parcel of
land situated on Bryant Road and Emerson Road as shown on a plan filed with petition
Granted
June 13, 1967
36 Ralph H Hall - to vary the Lexington zoning by-law in order to relocate lot line at 75 Hancock
Street which will result in Lot 1 having an area of 6,400 square feet instead of the required
15,500 square feet and frontage of 48 feet instead of the required 125 feet Granted
37 Harry Knight - to vary the sign by-law in order to erect a sign approximately 3 1/2 feet by
7 feet on property at 235 Bedford Street. Denied.
38 Carmine and Rose Ciriella - to vary the Lexington zoning by-law in order to divide Lot E at
4 Stedman Road into two lots, neither of which would have the required frontage or area,
namely, each would have 87 75 feet frontage instead of the required 150 feet and 15,113
square feet area instead of the required 30,000 square feet Denied
39 David J Myerson, M D - permission to use the finished basement space at his home, 11
Moon Hill Hoad, as a professional office. Denied
40 Harvey W. Newgent - requested to vary the sign by-law in order to erect a sign 20 feet high
by 9 feet long on the second floor at 1762 Massachusetts Avenue which is larger than that
allowed Granted.
41 Lexington Indoor Tennis Club Corp. - for permission to enlarge the club house and to include
a swimming pool on property located between numbers 459 and 505 Bedford Street Granted
42 Trustees, Hartwell-Lexington Trust - for a finding and determination that a proposed 24,500
square foot building located on a 5 8 acre lot, to be occupied by Hewlett-Packard Company
and located on the southeasterly side of Hartwell Avenue and the southwesterly side of Hinchey
Road will constitute a suitable development and will not result in substantial detriment to the
neighborhood Granted
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July 25, 1967
43 Carl and Leota L Janke - to vary the Lexington zoning by-law in order to erect an addition
to the house at 30 Vine Brook Road which will provide a side yard of 18 feet plus or minus at
the widest point to 3 feet plus or minus at the narrowest point, because of the angular bound-
ary, instead of the required 15 feet. Granted on the condition that no portion of the addition
shall be closer than 10 feet to the side line
44. William F. Schreiber - to vary the Lexington by-law in order to build a one-family house on
a 2 8 acre parcel of land at the junction of Turning Mill Road and Gould Road with 64 27 foot
frontage instead of the required 150 foot. Granted subject to the following conditions• 1. That
the house shall be located as shown on the engineered drawing and approximately 275 feet
from Turning Mill Road. 2. This variance is granted with the condition (which is to be re-
corded and run with the land so as to bind future owners) that no portion of the 2 82 acres
may be subdivided, or sold, and no further building may be erected thereon except upon the
approval of the planning board of a definitive subdivision plan
45. Perry A. Miles - to vary the Lexington zoning by-law in order to construct an open deck at
3 Dewey Road, one corner of which would extend to a point eight feet from the existing lot
line instead of the required 15 feet Denied
August 22, 1967
46. Dunfey Corporation - to add the word "Sheraton" to existing "Lexington Motor Inn" sign lo-
cated on the roof of the premises at 727 Marrett Road, Lexington Granted
47. Muzzey Corporation - to vary the Lexington zoning by-law to allow the use of the premises
at 24 and 26 Muzzey Street, which is in an R 1 district, for professional office use Denied
48 Frank L Martin - to vary the Lexington zoning by-law in order to build a 22 foot by 24 foot
two-car garage at 140 Adams Street, five feet from boundary line with 136 Adams Street in-
stead of the required 15 feet Denied
49. R.J. Foley Realty Trust - to vary the Lexington zoning by-law in order to subdivide lot at
45 Percy Road (corner of Percy Road and Highland Avenue) into two lots, one of which would
have sufficient area and frontage and one of which would have 12,850 square feet area and
104.20 feet frontage Granted
September 12, 1967
50 Thomas J Driscoll - to vary the Lexington zoning by-law in order to permit the reduction of
area of the lot at 20 Cedar Street from 20,350 square feet to 12,150 square feet which is less
than the required 15,500 square feet The remaining land will be added to lot at 11 Lake
Street to increase its area from 8,400 square feet to 16,600 square feet and its frontage from
80 to 160 feet Granted
51. Hartwell Westview Trust - a finding and determination that a proposed 80,000 square foot
building, located on a 14 03 acre lot, located on the northwesterly side of Hartwell Avenue
between Hartwell Avenue and Westview Street, bounded on the northeast by a 4 18 acre parcel
of land belonging to Amicon Corporation, bounded on the southeast by a 5 0 acre parcel be-
longing to Systems Development Corporation and bounded on the southwest by the B & M RR.,
all as shown on plan submitted with application, will constitute a suitable development, and
will not result in substantial detriment to the neighborhood Granted
52 Thomas A Rosse - for a finding and determination that a proposed 100,000 square foot build-
on a 20 acre lot located on the westerly side of Hartwell Avenue between Maguire Road and
Wood Street to be leased to Instrumentation Laboratory, Inc , will constitute a suitable de-
velopment and will not result in substantial detriment to the neighborhood Granted
53 Edward H Bohemier - to vary the Lexington zoning by-law in order to erect a swimming
pool on property at 7 Cummings Avenue which would have a 10 foot rear yard instead of the
required 15 feet Denied
54. John H Millican - for permission to continue retail sale of nursery stock and allied products,
such as small hand tools and plant containers, at 93 Hancock Street, and also to sell Christ-
mas trees, wreaths, etc., from December 10 to December 24 inclusive. Granted
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55. Donna Realty Trust - to vary the Lexington zoning by-law in order to permit the construction
of a house on a lot containing 5,655 square feet, located at corner of Simonds and Dexter
Roads which would have a side street side yard of 17 feet instead of the required 20 feet
Denied.
56. John Seppa - to vary the Lexington zoning by-law in order to maintain a garage at 5 Bryant
Road which has a 29 foot setback instead of the required 30 feet and to erect a porch, one
corner of which will have a setback of 24 feet instead of the required 30 feet Granted
October 3, 1967
57 Wilbur E. Cheever and Edward J Kelly - to vary the zoning by-law with respect to street
frontage and lot size in order to permit an exchange of land at 266 and 268 Bedford Street.
Granted.
58 Eric W. Johanson - to vary the Lexington zoning by-law in order to reduce property at 28
Volunteer Way from 19,232 square feet to approximately 18,000 square feet and to add to lot
at 8 Skyview Road thereby increasing this lot from 9,202 square feet to approximately 10,400
square feet Granted
59 L Robert Swift for Honeywell, Inc - to vary the Lexington zoning by-law in order to change
the minimum yard depth from the required 100 feet to the side line of Forbes Road to 79 feet
Granted.
60. Ida G. Krebs - to erect a dwelling on part of lots Al2, A5 and A6, with a frontage of 65 22
feet and 73 30 feet and an area of approximately 6 8 acres on Concord Avenue as shown on
plan submitted, said dwelling to be used as a school for tutoring students with a maximum of
thirty-two students at any one time. Denied
61. To vary the Lexington zoning by-law in order to relocate two-car garage at 10 Bloomfield
Street, which would have a side yard of 10 feet instead of the required 15 feet. Granted for
12 feet instead of the requested 10 feet
October 31, 1967
62. Follen Church - for permission to sell Christmas trees at 764 Massachusetts Avenue from
December 8 through December 23, 1967. Granted
63 Sacred Heart Parish - for permission to erect a free standing wooden sigh of colonial design,
approximately 6 feet by 3 feet, to be located in front of the Parish Center at the intersection
of Follen Road and Massachusetts Avenue. Granted
64 Robert B. and Mary A Newman - to vary the Lexington zoning by-law in order to maintain
an existing garage at 17 Moon Hill Road, the roof and overhang of which has insufficient side
and front setback Granted.
65 Bruce C. McGee - for permission to continue the operation of a linoleum business with ad-
ditional office space for rental purposes within the main building at 703-705 Massachusetts
Avenue Granted.
66 Busa Realty Trust - permission to subdivide a parcel of land containing 12 8 acres, more or
less, located next to 157 East Street, into lots of not less than 20,000 square feet and having
a frontage of not less than 120 feet (planned unit development) in accordanc with Section 8(a)
6 of the Lexington zoning by-laws Granted.
67 Joseph Maurano - to vary the Lexington zoning by-law in order to permit the addition of a
garage to the existing house at 10 Cushing Street which would have a side yard of 6 feet at
one corner instead of the required 15 feet. Denied
68. Donna Realty Trust - to construct a house on a lot located at the corner of Dexter and Simonds
Roads which has insufficient frontage and area but which would have the required setbacks
Granted
November 21, 1967
69. Norbert F and Victoria M. Todtenkopf - to vary the Lexington zoning by-law to permit the
existing building at 59 Bridge Street to remain with side yards of 7.2 feet and 7 1 feet respectively in-
stead of the required 7 5 feet. Granted
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70 Gerald W Jones - to vary the Lexington Zoning by-law in order to maintain house at 5 Leroy
Road one corner of which has 11 feet side yard instead of the required 12 feet, and to erect
an addition one corner of which would have 7.8 feet side yard instead of the required 12 feet
Granted for 9.5 feet instead of the requested 7 8 feet
71 John H Bellinger - to vary the Lexington zoning by-law in order to reconstruct a two-car
garage at 922 Massachusetts Avenue approximately 5 feet from the side lot line instead of the
required 10 feet. Granted
72. Raymond and Joan Bell - to vary the Lexington zoning by-law in order to maintain house at 1
20 Woodcliffe Road which has a 27 foot front setback and to erect a new entryway 5 feet by
8 feet which will not project any further than the existing platform and steps but which has
a front setback of 22 feet instead of the required 30 feet. Granted to maintain, denied to cover
entryway
73 Pasquale P. Barbieri - to vary the Lexington zoning by-law in order to extend the existing
automobile service facilities by adding a 50 foot extension to existing building, plus seventeen
additional parking spaces, in rear of 153 North Street at the southeasterly corner of Lowell
Street, 30 feet of which would extend into R 1 district. Also to vary the side yard requirement
from 20 feet to 10 feet, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts having taken this land for high-
way purposes. Granted
74. Adolph Cuccinello - to vary the Lexington zoning by-law to (1) subdivide two lots of land at
92 Bridge Street into two different sized lots, one of which would have 80 feet frontage and
9,360 square feet of area, the other of which would have 126 25 feet frontage and 6,509 square
feet of area, (2) permit the existing house to have a 7 1/2 foot side yard on the new lot to be
formed, (3) permit the construction of a house on the new vacant lot to be created to have a
side yard of 7 1/2 foot. Denied
75 Lexington Trust Company - for permission to hang a double face sign, 1 foot byt3 feet by 10
inches under the marquee at 44 Bedford Street at the shopping center known as "Lexington
Plaza." Granted
76 Dunfey-Lexington Trust - for a finding and determination on the site plan accompanying peti-
tion for additions to the building and automobile parking areas of the Sheraton-Lexington
Motor Inn at 727 Marrett Road, Lexington. Granted
December 19, 1967
77. Edwin J Breslin - to vary the Lexington zoning by-law in order to construct a walk-in re-
frigerator, approximately 10 feet by 13 feet, to be attached to existing building at 2219 Massa-
chusetts Avenue which is presently being used for a non-conforming use. Granted.
78 Arthur F. Douglass - for a finding and determination for approval to erect a Funeral Home
in C 4 district on Worthen Road (between First National Store and Grace Chapel) Also for
approval for four platforms outside exterior doors, and two bay windows, also narrow band
of wood trim on side elevations which would extend outside line of building. Granted
79 Trustees of Hartwell Westview Trust - for a finding and determination that a proposed
80,000 square foot building, located on a 14 033 acre lot, located on the northwesterly side of
Hartwell Avenue between Hartwell Avenue and Westview Street, bounded on the northeast by
a 4.18 acre parcel of land belonging to Amicon Corporation, bounded on the southeast by the
B & M RR, all as shown on plan submitted, will constitute a suitable development, and will
not result in substantial detriment to the neighborhood Denied
80 Coca-Cola Bottling Company of New England - with respect to the construction of a proposed
80,000 square foot type II building of noncombustible, unprotected materials, fully sprinklered
on a 14.033 acre lot, which is located on the northwesterly side of Hartwell Avenue as shown
on plot plan submitted, and which the owners have contracted to sell to petitioner, to grant
the following variances of the building by-law, a) to permit the construction of such building
with an allowable area limitation of 40,000 square feet in one or more areas between fire
walls therein, and b) to permit construction of such building (or such portion or portions
thereof as may be determined to be a garage or garages) exclusively in accordance with the
rules and regulations of the Department of Public Safety of the Commonwealth of Massachu-
setts insofar as the said rules and regulations apply to the construction of garages. Denied
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81. Robert 0 Tillinghast - to vary the Lexington zoning by-law under Section 5(b)1. in order to
permit a four family unit in remodeled barn in rear of 465 Massachusetts Avenue Denied.
Also serving on the Board of Appeals as associate members were Mrs Ruth Morey, Robert H.
Farwell, Logan Clarke, Jr , J Harper Blaisdell, Jr., Woodruff M. Brodhead and George W Emery.
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Donald E Nickerson, Chairman
Charles T Abbott George C Sheldon
Howard H Dawes George P. Wadsworth
Historic Sites Commission
The Historic Districts Commission reports that it held 25 meet-
ings during 1967 at which 64 hearings were conducted in connection
with 66 applications for certificates of appropriateness or permits
for demolition or removal. The work of the Commission again in-
creased substantially over the preceding year with the number of
applications before the Commission in 1967 being 54% more than in
1966 1967 represents the first full year of the Commission's ac-
tivities under the expansion of areas within our historic districts
and it is interesting to note that 40 of the 68 new applications re-
ceived during 1967 pertained to premises in the expanded areas
There follows a statistical analysis of the Commission's activities
for 1967
(a) Applications before Commission in 1967
Applications pending 1/1/67 9
Applications received during 1967 68
Total applications before Commission 77
Applications disposed of during 1967
Certificates of appropriateness issued 61
Certificates of appropriateness denied 1
Permits for demolition or removal issued 4
Permits for demolition or removal denied None
Applications withdrawn 3 69
Applications pending 12/31/67
(b) Applications before Commission by Districts
Hancock-Clarke District 7
Battle Green District 56
Munroe Tavern District 7
East Village District 7
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(c) Summary of applications disposed of during 1967
Certificates issued
Residential premises
New dwellings 8 1
New garage 1
New fence 1
Aluminum siding, windows and doors 7
Change in shingles 1
Change in location of new dwelling 1
Color changes 2 21
Commercial premises
New fence 1
Additions and changes to existing
buildings 7
Signs 31 39
Church premises
Sign 1 61
Certificates denied
Sign 1
Permits for demolition or removal issued
Dwelling and barn 1
Barns 2
Garage 1 4
Applications withdrawn
Alteration in dwelling 1
Fence 1
Sign 1 3
Total Z-7
The Commission expresses its appreciation to Mrs. Elizabeth L.
Adam who withdrew as Clerk during the year and was replaced by Mrs
Elizabeth M. Flynn Messrs Carl E. Bryant, George W. Emery, Munroe
H. Hamilton and Donald B. White acted as Associate Commissioners during
the year
Wilbur M Jaquith, Chairman
Ruth Bevan Philip B Parsons
George E Graves Max H. Straw
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Jury List
Richard E. Allen 480 Mass. Ave Thomas J. Goblick 51 Vaille Ave.
Joseph R. Altieri 8 Hutchinson Rd. Hoyt S. Grant, Jr 15 Turning Mill Rd
Rod J. Ames 3 Rolling Lane John L. Grant 23 Butler Avenue
Glen K. Armstrong 64 Hancock St. George W. Greenlaw, Jr 176 Grant St.
Lawrence B. Arnold 11 Ledgelawn Ave. Paul E Hamburger 18 Cooke Rd
Robert W. Arthur 40 Garfield St David J. Harrigan 41 Williams Rd.
Nils Attemann 56 Adams St. Peter Harris 21 Benjamin Rd
William L. Bade 4 Bowser Rd. Keith W. Harrison 16 Bennington Rd
Ulmont F Bailey 4 Brent Rd. Daniel I. Harwood 14 Whittier Rd.
Sidney P. Barg 30 Dexter Rd. Astrid E Haussler 12 Larchmont Lane
Richard E Barthelemy 34 Grant St. Robert A Hendrickson 136 Grant St.
Donald H. Bates 12 Hayward Ave Forrest E. Hodgdon 9 Leroy Rd
Lowell S Bensky 10 Blake Rd. Donald H. Houghton 50 Coolidge Ave.
Ralph R. Berggren 29 Greenwood St. George A Horner, Jr. 96 Hancock St.
Robert J. Bertini, Sr. 130 East St Nancy D. Hudson 58 Laconia St.
Stanley I. Blank 10 Butler Ave George M Hurley 114 Adams St
Richard B. Blomfield 11 Patterson Rd. Lawrence B. Hunt 8 Hancock Ave.
► Henry Blumenthal 122 Reed St. John R Jackson 24 Webster Rd.
Charles D. Bracken 63 Reed St David E. James, Jr. 9 Phinney Rd.
Frederick P Brehm 55 Baskin Rd. Charles L. Japps 118 Reed St.
Marvin L Brooks 7 Woodland Rd Arnold E. Jeltsch 52 Liberty Ave
Rodney A. Brooks 62 Dexter Rd. Richard R. John, Jr. 19 Saddle Club Rd.
Stanley C. Brown 342 Marrett Rd Anthony G. Johns 16 Cutler Farm Rd
Donald C Bruster 40 Woodland Rd. Edwin R. Johnson 4 Watson Rd.
Robert L. Cady 9 Marlboro Rd. Joseph E Johnson 13 Hathaway Rd
John R. Campbell 100 Bertwell Rd Daniel A. Jones 30 Colony Rd.
Nathaniel M. Channen 5 Deering Ave. Earl A Jones 185 Cedar St.
Donald H. Cohen 26 Dane Rd. Frank L. Jones 11 Red Coat Lane
James R Collier 3 Chandler St. Richard I. Jones 18 Constitution Rd
E. Crawley Cooper 283 Marrett Rd. Morton G Kane 49 Eldred St.
Harry Cram, Jr 759 Waltham St. Herbert Karsh 27 Thoreau Rd.
Alvin Cronig 65 School St. Matthew J. Kavanagh 160 Emerson Rd
Charles B. Crowley 34 Justin St. Edward J. Kearney 10 Walnut St.
Thomas F. Culhane 19 Red Coat Lane Claude M Kellett 11 Ross Rd.
John P Defandorf 32 Williams Rd. Thomas H. Kelley 55 Bertwell Rd.
Michael A. DeSesa 62 Freemont St. Melvin J. Kelly 24 Homestead St
Rogers B Downey 6 Berwick Rd. Richard M Kestler 9 Prospect Hill Rd.
Robert J. Downing 27 Deering Ave Howard R. Kinner 14 Thoreau Rd.
Robert A. Drainoni 479 Waltham St. Earl C Klaubert 12 Minute Man Lane
Joseph E. Dratch 16 Holmes Rd. Milton M. Klein 54 Burlington St.
Robert M Earsy 67 Harding Rd. Robert C Kley, Jr 99 Burlington St.
Charles J. Egan 11 Coolidge Ave Norman A. Koss 15 Fulton Rd
John F. Egan 47 Wachusett Dr George V. Kotelly 48 Vaille Ave.
Walter R. Ellis 3 Hill St. Albert E. Landers 15 Constitution Rd.
Robert D. Enzmann 29 Adams St Thomas H. Lavin 22 Demar Rd.
Frederick D. Ezekiel 75 Allen St. Edwin L. Lawson 42 Arcola St.
Gary J. Fallick 4 Diehl Rd Harry Lerner 10 Angier Rd.
Herbert W Feinstein 5 Young St. Irving Lessin 12 Diamond Rd.
Stanislaw Feld 6 Hickory St Leonard H. Levine 21 Lillian Rd.
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Richard A. Finn 6 Blueberry Lane Philip L. Levins 25 Munroe Rd.
Robert N. Fisher 12 John Poulter Rd. Irwin G Levitan 4 Essex St
William D. Fitzgerald 292 Waltham St E. Conrad Levy 68 Meriam St.
Irwin S Forman 9 Fessenden Way Ralph M. Lewis 7 Manning St.
Charles C. French 15 Pine Knoll Rd Sidney G. Lindsley 45 Eldred St
Michael J Furey 4 Bowker St. David M. Link 4 Gerard Terr.
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Aaron A Galvin 15 Barberry Rd. Jordan Loftus 21 Hathaway Rd
Robert Garber 6 Frost Rd John A. Loring, Jr. 545 Bedford St
M Louise Geary 8 Rowland Ave. Joe A. Lowry 1 Longfellow Rd.
P. Spencer George 13 Munroe Rd. Robert M Lurie 4 Tufts Rd.
Albert Glickman 6 Burroughs Rd Emilio Lyons 4 Hickory St
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JURY LIST - 1967 - 1968
Norman R MacInnis 37 Normandy Rd. Arthur G. Slade 52 Webb St
John E. Marques 10 Richard Rd Burton H. Smith 31 Fuller Rd.
Joseph D. Mason 37 Tyler Rd. William L Sovie 517 Bedford St.
William E McCallum 245 Bedford St Allan I. Spear 8 Millbrook Rd.
Paul M. McCarthy 56 Harding Rd. Donald B. Sparrow 26 Wyman Rd.
Thomas F McDonald 27 Watertown St. William T. Spencer 32 Hancock St
Robert McKenna 25 Homestead St William R Stern 10 Adams St.
Leon F. Michelove 1 Cooke Rd. David G. Stevens 48 Grove St
Joseph D. Minsky 9 Abernathy Rd. Donald W. Stevens 58 Bridge St
Francis T Monahan 4 Brown Rd. John W Stitt 16 Fair Oaks Dr.
Harold I Morian, Jr. 9 Millbrook Rd. Richard S. Stone 60 Baskin Rd.
Robert R. Morrison 76 Blake Rd. George W. Sutton 37 Winthrop Rd.
William F. Mottla 24 Pine Knoll Rd. Carl B. Swanton, Jr. 66 Harding Rd.
Robert H. Moulton 146 Burlington St Edward T. Swasey 7 Jackson Ct
Hans Mueller 35 Lawrence Lane Richard L Swimmer 21 Barnes Pl.
John P. Mullen 21 Adams St Erwin Taenzer 11 Lantern Lane
Julian S. Natanson 5 White Terr. Joseph L Taishoff 138 Burlington St
Edward Neidorf 34 Shade St. Arthur R. Taverna 17 Ingleside Rd. i
Michael J. Nich, Jr 63 Harding Rd Charles H. Taylor, Jr 9 Eldred St.
Denis U Noiseux 18 Highland Ave. Henry R Thies 162 Marrett Rd
Henry Novak 53 Turning Mill Rd. Warren J Thorburn 2 Fulton Rd
Keith Onanian 320 Massachusetts Ave. Lawrence L. Tierney 76 Buckman Dr.
Stephen J. Packard 11 Trotting Horse Dr. Walter P. Tierney 110 Concord Ave
Chester C Palmer 91 Grove St. Douglas B Tiffany 109 Reed St.
Harry G Pars 42 Winthrop Rd. John P. Tossberg 21 Nichols Rd
John H Pettibone 118 Blake Rd. Frank H. Totman, Jr. 46 Moreland Ave
Richard F. Phelps 34 Fair Oaks Dr David A. Treffs 17 Deering Ave.
William T. Phipps, Jr 8 Myrna Rd. Joseph W. Tripe 40 Vine St.
George G. Pick 20 Tyler Rd Roger Trudeau 7 Volunteer Way
Frank D. Pierom 57 Cary Ave. Frederick E. Tucker 66 Blake Rd.
Joseph M. Pilato 4 Holmes Rd Jack F. Underwood 3 Burroughs Rd.
Richard M. Raia 14 Robbins Rd. Robert L Upton 80 Cedar St
L Thomas Rand 7 Hunt Rd H. Jerrold VanHook 89 Meriam St.
Norman W. Rasmussen 57 Ledgelawn Ave Melvin R. VanVoorhis 17 Thoreau Rd
Eleanor Redick 38 Adams St. John J Waldhauer 96 Burlington St.
Glen M. Reem, II 351 Lincoln St. Thomas A. Wall 8 Taft Ave
Joseph F Regan 40 Fair Oaks Dr. Daniel J Walsh, Jr. 54 Buckman Dr
William N. Reid 4 Farmcrest Ave James P. Walsh 19 Bertwell Rd. 1
Nicholas Reinhardt 10 Eliot Rd. John Wanamaker 53 Vaille Ave.
Peter L Richman 22 Barberry Rd Robert F Ward 3 Loring Rd.
Gerald F Ross 22 Suzanne Rd. Kenneth D Warnock 7 Fulton Rd.
Bernard J. Rothmel 4 Burroughs Rd William E Warren 52 Farmcrest Ave
Robert F Rowland 26 Demar Rd Floyd G. Webb 39 Locust Ave. I
Jules Rudolph 5 Winchester Dr Robert P. Weber 58 Taft Ave
John B Sampson 47 Burlington St. Sheldon M Weisman 240 Grove St.
F. William Sarles, Jr. 54 Ledgelawn Ave. Omar C. Wheeler 343 Bedford St
Robert A. Scannell 38 Downing Rd. Forrest S White 38 Liberty Ave
Robert J. Schwartz 1355 Massachusetts Ave. Raymond H Whittaker 80 Burlington St.
Richard W Schwenz 3 Brown Rd William J. Wiles 21 Deering Ave
Charles S. Scimeca 104 Kendall Rd. Lloyd N. Wilkinson 304 Concord Ave.
Robert C Scott 32 Woodland Rd Herman Woebcke 22 Crescent Rd
William J. Scouler 144 Simonds Rd. Charles E Woodward 51 Bertwell Rd.
Earl A. Scruton 95 No. Hancock St. Joseph B. Workman 63 Emerson Gardens
Harold E. Searles 59 Liberty Avenue John Wylder 9 Foster Rd.
Norman I Sebell 25 Somerset Rd. George L. Wyman 12 Ross Rd
Norman L. Seltzer 17 Blake Rd. John E. Wyman 191 Grove St ,
Erwin B Shaw 24 Burroughs Rd.
Albert D. Sikes 14 Somerset Rd
Lawrence H. Shanks 10 Hillcrest Ave.
Ernest Simpson 511 Concord Ave.
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Department of Public Works
i In accordance with Article XXII, Section 1, of the By-Laws of the Town of Lexington, I submit
herewith the annual report covering the work of the Public Works Department during the year 1967.
Since part A is a narrative report, part B will be almost entirely devoted to statistics
The following table shows comparison of employee personnel as of December 31st over the past
il five years.
1963 1964 1965 1966 1967
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{ Administration 3 3 3 3 3
Engineering 9 10 9 11 9
Clerical 6 6 6 6 7
Park Department & Shade Tree 16 16 15 18 19
Custodians 3 3 3 3 4
rF Public Works Department 36 39 42 45 49
L73 77 78 86 91
Street Construction - Sundry Streets
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Contractor - Belli Brothers
Amount - $155,568 00
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Drainage
Location Length Length Size
Lake Street 555' 298' 12"
Valleyfield Street 1240' 70' 12"
208' 15"
68' 18"
) Payson Street 357'
Kendall Road 320' 70' 12"
Laconia Street 1150' 745' 12"
Philip Road 920' 456' 12"
r 315' 18"
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86 Miles - 4,542 Feet 2,232 Feet
Included in the contract awarded to Be11L Brothers was the reconstruction of a part of Mass-
achusetts Avenue,
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Drainage
Location Length Length Size
Massachusetts Avenue 550' 137' 12"
Street Construction - Capital Outlay
Drainage
Location Length Size
Blossomcrest Road 202' 12"
Chapter 90 Construction
A contract was awarded to Belli Brothers Incorporated in the amount of $129,757.50 for the re-
construction of Massachusetts Avenue from Marrett Road to Woburn Street The work was completed this year
Chapter 90 Maintenance
A contract was awarded to Essex Bituminous Concrete in the amount of $39,550 00 for the resur-
facing of certain streets Included in this contract was the resurfacing of Waltham Street from the High
School driveway to Forest Street
Location Length
Waltham Street 1580'
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DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
Garbage Collection
On May 19, 1965 a contract was signed with Stanley Roketenetz, Incorporated to collect garbage
for a three year period beginning June 1, 1965 and ending May 31, 1968
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Street Lighting
In 1967 the following street lights were installed and removed.
Twenty eight - 800 lumen incandescent lights, sixteen - 2500 lumen incandescent lights, one -
4000 lumen incandescent lights were removed during the year Nine - 1000 lumen incandescent, eighty three
- 3500 lumen MV, one - 7000 lumen MV, forty one - 11,000 lumen MV, three - 20,000 lumen MV, five - 35,000
lumen MV lights were installed, so currently lamps in service are as follows 1
800 lumen incandescent 785
1000 lumen incandescent 1,239
2500 lumen incandescent 91 ,
3500 lumen MV 99
4000 lumen incandescent 31
6000 lumen incandescent 28
7000 lumen MV 4
10,000 lumen incandescent 5
11,000 lumen MV 246
20,000 lumen MV 56
35,000 lumen MV 5
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Snow Removal 1
There are two basic costs of snow removal
First, there are the costs which can be directly attributed to each storm such as snow plowing,
sidewalk plowing, removal of snow from business areas, etc., and the salting and sanding that is done
directly before, during and after the storm All these costs are lumped together and referred to as the'
cost of a particular storm. ,
Secondly, there are the many other costs which occur during the year such as sanding and salting I
in ice storms, quick freezes, which require such as chains, plows, plow blades, bolts, etc Many of these
latter expenditures occur during the summer months We prepare for the winter many months before it arrives
Last year the Selectmen voted not to plow any more churches or synagogues. This move will allow 1J
the Department of Public Works to spend a little more time on the public streets, rather than rushing the
job to get churches and synagogues plowed out for services
At the height of each storm, the Department of Public Works has approximately 60 Town men working,
30 pieces of Town equipment and 19 pieces of hired equipment
The accompanying tables indicate the days and the amounts that snow was recorded and the cost 1
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breakdown for each storm
Jan. 7 - Trace Mar 5 - 1.1" May 7 - Trace J
29 - Trace 6 - 1 0" Nov 7 - Trace
31 - 0 5" 7 - 10 9" 9 - Trace {
0 5„ 9 - 0.3" 14 - Trace
15 - 6 8" 15 - 4.0"
Feb 1 - Trace 16 - 2.0" 22 - 1.0"
2 - 2 6" 22 - 2 0" 5.0"
7 - 9 7" 23 - 0.3" Dec 11 - Trace
19 - Trace 24 4" 23 - 3.0"
20 - 1 0" Apr 3 - Trace 24 - Trace
21 - 1.0" 5 - Trace 28 - 13.5"
23 - 8 7" 6 - Trace 31 - 3 5"
27 - 1 2" 7 - 4 1" 20 0"
28 - Trace 18 - Trace
24.2" 19 - Trace TOTAL 78 2" i
4.1"
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DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
Snow Removal
1 Cost of Major Storms
Inches Town Labor Cost
Storm of Hired Town Employee's Repairs to
I Date Number Snow Equipment Equipment Wages Equipment TOTAL
February 3-6 1 2 6 $ 2,457 03 $ 1,741 38 $ 3,338.63 $ 431 14 $ 7,968 18
February 7-9 2 9,7 6,810 76 2,696 75 8,411 47 582.10 18,501.08
February 23-26 3 8 7 5,357 96 2,131.00 6,186 17 160 04 13,835 17
February 27-28 4 1 2 829 50 1,548.48 283 09 2,661 07
March 7-10 5 11 9 9,639.01 3,242.35 8,329 52 633 22 21,844 10
March 15-19 6 8 8 6,791 25 2,795.00 5,714.08 478 67 15,779 00
March 20-24 7 2 3 822 50 2,189.76 316 57 3,328 83
November 15-16 8 4 0 806,89 1,262.80 3,887 28 182 70 6,139.67
December 23-27 9 3 0 1,304 75 926 25 2,959.37 209 85 5,400 22
December 28-31 10 17.0 9,913 58 3,458 25 11,397 68 1,423.40 26,192.91
69.2 $43,081 23 $19,905 78 $53,962 44 $ 4,700,78 $121,650.23
2. Cost of sand purchased.
! Material cost - 4795 75 tons 5,275 33
Other costs - Trucking 560.00
3 Cost of salt and calcium chloride purchased , ,
Material cost - 1541.45 tons . . , 24,973.34
Trucking 370 00
4, Cost of Weather Services . , . 425.00
5 Cost of tools and equipment purchased
Blades, moldboard, labor for overhaul, etc , , 5,851 72
6 Plow and Frames4,806,50
7 Sanding and salting for ice conditions and small storms, putting on chains and plows,
putting out and filling sand boxes, putting up snow fences, digging out hydrants
and repairing plows . . . . . . . . 6,565 76
1967 TOTAL REMOVAL COST $170,477,88
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Cost of Snow Removal Operations
Misc Sanding,
Inches Repairs to
Storm of Plowing Equipment„
Date Number Snow Plowing Lifting Walks Chains, etc TOTAL
February 3-6 1 2 6 $ 4,058 94 $ 2,358 78 $ 311 79 $ 1,238.67 $ 7,968.18
February 7-9 2 9 7 9,368.02 7,245.16 608.85 1,279 05 18,501 08
February 23-26 3 8 7 7,418 83 5,113 10 466.90 836.34 13,835 17
February 27-28 4 1 2 1,256,33 202 38 1,202 36 2,661 07
March 7-10 5 11 9 9,942 06 10,207.39 700.64 994.01 21,844 10
March 15-19 6 8.8 10,415 93 3,632 87 627 03 1,103.17 15,779.00
March 21-24 7 2 3 951 00 176.95 2,200 88 3,328 83
November 15-16 8 4 0 3,717 84 531.11 370.41 1,520,31 6,139 67
December 23-27 9 3 0 3,791 75 57 00 217 61 1,333.86 5,400.22
December 28-31 10 17 0 13,211 25 9,847,32 756.07 2,378 27 26,192 91
69 2 $64,131,95 $39,169.68 $4,261 68 $14,086 92 $121,650 23
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DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
Traffic Regulation and Control
Some of the breakdowns in this budget include painting street lines, crosswalks and other
traffic control markings, making and installing all kinds of traffic signs, maintenance of existing traffic
lights and installation of new lights The approximate number of linear footage painted is shown below
Center Lines 102,500 Ft
Crosswalks 9,520 Ft.
Curbing . . . . 962 Ft
Parking Tees . . 160
Do Not Enter 7
Stop Signs and Lines . . . , 51
Bus Stops 7
Boys 37
Slow Signs 19
Do Not Park , . . 7
Road Machinery
The following equipment was purchased during 1967. j
1 Dump Trucks (2) I
22 Truck Mounted Compressor (1)
3 Truck Mounted Sewer Cleaner (1)
4 Sidewalk Tractor (1)
5. Front End Loader (1)
6 Street Roller (1)
7 International Farm Tractor (2)
8. Gang Mower (1)
9 Sewer Trash Pump (1)
10 New Plows (4)
Sidewalk Construction - 1967
Contractor - Bernard J Lazaro
Location Length
Rindge Avenue 40'
Vinebrook Road 65'
Massachusetts Avenue 115'
220 Feet
Drain and Brook Cleaning
In 1967 there were 4,405 catch basins cleaned Approximately 2,960 feet of brooks were cleaned
during 1967.
Drain Construction Town Labor and Equipment
Location Length Size
Lincoln St 450' 12"
Burlington St 351' 12"
Hawthorne Rd 247' 12"
Lowell St. 151' 12"
1199 Feet
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DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
Street Construction (At No Cost to Town)
Drainage
Location Length Length Size
Brent Road 653' 225' 12"
Paddock Lane 645' 125' 12"
882' 15"
Worthen Road 1000' 320' 12"
Nickerson Road 1683' 1231' 12"
240' 18"
Morgan Road 223' 72' 12"
4204 Feet 3095 Feet
Sidewalk Construction
Included in the contract awarded to Belli Brothers are the following sidewalks
Location Length
Valleyfield Street 1235'
Laconia Street 1015'
Blossomcrest Road 815'
Kendall Road 220'
3285 Feet
Pavement Maintenance
The following list of streets were sealed by Town Forces in 1967
Location Length
Edgewood Road 860'
Coolidge Avenue 680'
Underwood Avenue 560'
Munroe Road 1800'
Normandy Road 1540'
Woodcliffe Road 1880'
0 Hudson Road 1000'
Paul Revere Road 990'
School Street 2560'
Hancock Street 1500'
Wood Street 2240'
Taft Avenue 1160'
16,770 Feet
Pavement Maintenance
The following list of streets were resurfaced under a contract awarded to Essex Bituminous
Concrete in the amount of $39,550 00 This contract was started but will not be completed until 1968.
Location Length
Oak Street 1736'
Wilson Road 779'
North Street 6279'
8794 Feet
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DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
Water Division - General Information
Range of Static Pressure in Mains 40 to 120 pounds
Length of Pipe in Streets 144 62 miles
Number of Services 8,307
Number of Hydrants 1,340
Total Water Consumption in 1967 1,452,281,000 gallons
Average Daily Consumption in 1967 3,978,900 gallons
Average Daily Consumption in 1967 per capita 127 gallons
Cost of Water per Year $174,273 72
Extent of Distributing System December 31, 1967
Size of Pipe Length of Feet
4" 16,378
6" 335,464
8" 201,994
10" 22,461
12" 145,302
16" 27,253
24" 14,084
762,936 Total
1967
6" 1,540
8" 3,168
12" 1,000
5,708 Total
Hydrant Installation
Hydrants in service January 1, 1967 1,328
Hydrants installed in 1967 12
Hydrants in service December 31, 1967 1,340
Water Construction. Town Labor and Equipment
Location Size Length Hydrants
King Street 6" 372' 1
Vine Street 8" 491' 2
Manley Court 6" 467' 1
Valleyfield Street 6" 36' _
26 Miles 1,366 Feet 4
Water Construction At No Cost to Town
Location Size Length Hydrants
Brent Road 8" 653'
Paddock Lane 6" 665' 2
Worthen Road 12" 1000' 3
Nickerson Road 8" 1749' 3
Morgan Road 8" 275'
82 Miles 4,342 Feet 8
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DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
Water Treatment
During 1967 the department continued treating Lexington's water system with "Calgon", a chemical
used for control of rusty water
Broken Mains
Size of Main
Blake Road 6"
Bedford Street , .
12"
Cushing Street 6"
Demar Road 6"
Forbes Road 10"
Grant Street . . . 8"
Grove Street (2 times) 12"
Hillcrest Avenue (2 times) 8"
Kendall Road 6"
Lake Street. . . , 12"
Lincoln Street 10"
Lowell Street 12"
Massachusetts Avenue 8"
Valleyfield Street 6"
Sewer Division - General Information
Lexington is part of the North Metropolitan Sewerage District
Area tributary to existing sewer systems 956 57 Acres
Total length of trunk line sewers 23 18 Miles
Total length of street line sewers 78,70 Miles
Total number of house connections 5,894
Amount expended for maintenance , , , . $43,362,95
1968 sewer assessment rate 17 91
Number of sewer services installed 177
Number of sewer services repaired 18
Sewer Maintenance
Pumping Stations. The Myrtle Street pumping station was checked every day including running the
standby generator weekly Our smaller stations at Brigham Road, Byron Avenue, Constitution Road, Patterson
Road and Worthen Road were checked semi-weekly, including North Street.
Routine Cleaning of Mains Approximately 14,600 feet of sewer mains were cleaned of sand, silt,
gravel, roots, and debris during the year
The North Street pumping station was the latest pumping station to be added to our sewer system
It is now in full operation with many houses in the Burnham Farm area and Westwood Road section connected
to public sewer,
Last Spring we had a major breakdown on our main pumping station, The pumping operation of the
pumping station had to be substituted while repairs were made
Sewer Construction Town Labor and Equipment
Location Length Size
Manley Court 75' 8"
Sewer Reconstruction Town Labor and Equipment
Location Length Size
Grant Street 584' 8"
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DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
Sewer Construction
Contractor - R A Buccella
Amount - $49,697 00
Location Size Length
Emerson Road 8" 1270'
Burnham Road 8" 760'
Brown Road 8" 945'
2975 Feet
.56 Miles
Contractor - Great Northern Construction Company
Amount - $119,100 00
Location Size Length
Hillcrest Avenue 8" 1740'
Laconia Street 8" 1055'
Dewey Road 8" 1690'
Burlington Street 8" 1895'
6380 Feet
1 21 Miles
Contractor - Avon Construction Company
Amount - $58,385 00
Location Size Length
Lowell Street 12" 860'
Blossomcrest Road 8" 660'
Lake Street 10" 520'
Ward Street 8" 640'
2680'Feet
51 Miles
Contractor - J D'Amico Incorporated
Amount - $103,155.00
Location Size Length
Adams Street 8" 425'
Westwood Road 8" 765'
Westwood Rd to Suzanne Road 8" 367'
Grant Street 8" 483'
North St to Emerson Rd (along VineBrook)8" 1380'
3420 Feet
65 Miles
Force Main - North St to Grant St
(along VineBrook) 8" 3239 Feet
.61 Miles
Pumping Station at North Street
Sewer Construction• At No Cost to the Town
Location Size Length
Nickerson Road 8" 1556'
Paddock Lane 8" 966'
2522 Feet
48 Miles
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Veterans' Services
I respectfully submit my report of the Department of Veterans' Services for the year ending
December 31, 1967.
The office of the Lexington Veterans' Benefits since January 1, 1967 through December 31, 1967
has done an increase of business over 1966 in all phases of its different departments Also this year
there was a considerable increase made by the state office to the budget for recipients and medical ex-
penses
Under Chapter 115 of the Massachusetts General Laws we have processed forty-nine applications
This involves investigation by the Director of Veterans Benefits in Lexington and also by the state
This office also does Veterans Service work. Under Title #38 of the U.S. Code we have filed for
TOP service connected and non-service connected disability pensions for fourteen veterans and or their de-
pendents, burial allowance for nine widows, also under Title #38 We assisted a number of veterans to
apply for assistance for education under the new Vietnam bill
Bernard J. Belcastro, Director
Index to Town Meeting Articles
Note Please turn to section on town meetings for action taken on articles indexed below. "S" preceding
a number refers to special town meeting
General Government Protection of People and Property (Con't )
Appeal Board 12, S15 Fire
Building Committee, Town 73, S7' Police 41
By-Laws 83, 84 Refuse Disposal (Regional) 82, S6
Elections 1 Regulatory (See also Planning Board)
General Laws 39 86-89, S14-S24, S27-S31
Town Government, Committee
on Structure of 85 Public Works
Reports, Town Officers and
Committees 2, 3, S1 Construction
Curbings 20
Financial Equipment 24, 25
Highways 21, 22
Appropriations, General 4, 5, 93 Parking, Public 72
Appropriations, Supplemental 26, Sewers 14-17, 37, S9
40, 77, 90, S2-S8 Sidewalks 19, S25
General 6 - 10 Streets 23, 44-60, 64, S10, S13, S26
Pensions, Police and Fire Depts 11, 40 Street Drains 18
Street Lights 27
Health, Board of 29, 35 Traffic 36, S8
Water 13
Historic Districts
Wiring, Underground 28
Library, Public 42, 43
Land
Planning, Recreation and Conservation Acquisition (See also Conservation) 61, 62,
Beautification, Town 75 63, 65, 66, 67
Conservation 32, 77-81, S4 Conveyances
Planning Board (Including Zoning Exchange
By-Law Amendments) 31, 34, 75, Option Fund 30
76, S14 - S24, S27-S31 Survey and Study 70, S11
Recreation 68, 69, 71, S12
Regional 82, 90, S6, Sll Schools (See also, Appropriations, General) 72, 74,
90, 91
Protection of People and Property
Cemetery Department 33, S5
Civil Defense S3
Communications
Emergencies (Ambulance) 38
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Town Counsel
Pursuant to Section 6 of Article XX of the General By-Laws of the Town of Lexington, I hereby submit
my report in writing as Town Counsel for the period from January 1, 1967 to December 31, 1967. The report
is divided into the several sections required by the By-Laws
(a) All actions by or against the Town which were pending on January 1, 1967.
1. Lillian R Gale vs Edward W Gourdeau, Sr , an employee of the Town, Third District Court of
Eastern Middlesex No 3359 of 1962 Suit for alleged property damage arising out of a motor vehicle acci-
dent
2 Alfred P Tropeano et al, Trustees of Lexington Professional Building Trust, vs. Board of Asses-
sors, Appellate Tax Board No X-151876, transferred to Formal Procedure No. 39088, and No X-158820, trans-
ferred to Formal Procedure No 41683. Petitions for abatement of 1962 and 1964 real estate tax.
3 First National Stores, Inc vs. Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No X-153726, transferr-
ed to Formal Procedure No 39934, No X-156089, transferred to Formal Procedure No. 40470, and No X-158974,
transferred to Formal Procedure No 41737 Petitions for abatement of 1962, 1963, and 1964 real estate tax.
4 First National Stores, Inc vs Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No 43901 Petition for
abatement of 1965 real estate tax
5 William J Shields et al vs Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No, X-154758, No 40308,
No 41635 and No 44493, Petitions for abatement of 1962, 1963, 1964 and 1965 real estate tax.
6 Frank L Stevens et al vs, Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No X-154759, transferred to
Formal Procedure No 39942, No 40346, No 41634 and No 44495, Petitions for abatement of 1962, 1963,
1964 and 1965 real estate tax
7 James Lettieri et al vs Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No X-154846 Petition for
abatement of 1962 real estate tax
8 Fred Corazzini vs Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No X-154842, transferred to Formal
Procedure No 39964, and No. X-156106, transferred to Formal Procedure No 40508 Petitions for abatement
of 1962 and 1963 real estate tax
9 M Joseph Carroll et al vs, Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No X-154856, Petition for
abatement of 1962 real estate tax
10 Thomas A. Napoli et al vs Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No X-154858 and No. X-156108,
transferred to Formal Procedure No 40510 Petitions for abatement of 1962 and 1963 real estate tax
11 Mary I Napoli vs Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No. X-154859 and No X-156110, trans-
ferred to Formal Procedure No 40512 Petitions for abatement of 1962 and 1963 real estate tax
12 Fred E Hersom, Jr et al vs Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No 39969, No 40307, No.
41637 and No 44494. Petitions for abatement of 1962, 1963, 1964 and 1965 real estate tax.
13 Michael J Carroll et al vs Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No X-154872 Petition for
abatement of 1962 real estate tax
14 Charles E. Clark et al vs. Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No 39968 and No. 40309,
Petitions for abatement of 1962 and 1963 real estate tax.
15. Robert J Sorrentino et al vs Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No 39970, No 41633 and
No 44490 Petitions for abatement of 1962, 1964 and 1965 real estate tax
16 Robert P Outerbridge et al vs. Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No 39972,-No. 40304,
No 41636 and No. 44492 Petitions for abatement of 1962, 1963, 1964 and 1965 real estate tax
17 Alfred H. Maxwell et al vs Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No 39931, No 40305 and No.
41632 Petitions for abatement of 1962, 1963 and 1964 real estate tax
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18 David L. Gennaro et al vs. Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No X-154867, No 40310, No
41630 and No 44491 Petitions for abatement of 1962, 1963, 1964 and 1965 real estate tax
19 M Joseph Carroll et al vs Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No X-154869 Petition for
abatement of 1962 real estate tax
20 William L. Nussbum et al vs. Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No 39998, No 41631 and
No 44496 Petitions for abatement of 1962, 1964 and 1965 real estate tax
21 Lillian N Pearce vs Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No 39999, No 40306, No 41629
and No 44497 Petitions for abatement of 1962, 1963, 1964 and 1965 real estate tax,
22 Lexington Golf Club vs Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No X-154980, transferred to
Formal Procedure No. 40015, No. X-156235, transferred to Formal Procedure No 40513, No X-159035, trans-
ferred to Formal Procedure No 41847, and No X-162109, transferred to Formal Procedure No 43693. Peti-
tions for abatement of 1962, 1963, 1964 and 1965 real estate tax
23 Jordan L Raskind, p p a vs Eugene T Muller, a fireman, Middlesex Superior Court No 253958
Action to recover for alleged personal injuries and property damages as the result of a motor vehicle acci-
dent Case transferred to Fourth District Court of Eastern Middlesex.
24 Alice C. Monahan et als vs. Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No. X-154978, No. X-159157
and No X-162561 Petitions for abatement of 1962, 1964 and 1965 real estate tax
25 Alice C Monahan et als vs Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No X-154979, No X-159156
and No X-162562 Petitions for abatement of 1962, 1964 and 1965 real estate tax.
26 Emerson Gardens Realty Corp vs Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No 41485 and No.
43892 Petitions for abatement of 1963 and 1965 real estate tax
27 William L. Potter et als, Trustees of Walnut Farm Trust, vs, Town of Lexington, Middlesex
Superior Court No 257097 Petition for assessment of damages arising from the taking by eminent domain
of an easement for 24" water main
28 Albert DeVincent et al vs Town of Lexington, Middlesex Superior Court No 257066 Petition
for assessment of damages arising from the taking by eminent domain of certain land for a part of a school
site
29 Adolph Krol et al vs Town of Lexington, Middlesex Superior Court No. 257067. Petition for
assessment of damages arising from the taking by eminent domain of certain land for a part of a school site
30 Franziska Porges Hosken vs. Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No, 41391 and No 41575
Petitions for abatement of 1963 and 1964 real estate tax
31 Jenney Manufacturing Company vs Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No X-156062, trans-
ferred to Formal Procedure No. 40426, No. X-158645, transferred to Formal Procedure No. 41551, and No
43704 Petitions for abatement of 1963, 1964 and 1965 real estate tax
32 Edward H Hinds, Trustee of Hinds Realty Trust, vs Town of Lexington, Middlesex Superior
Court No 262882 Petition for assessment of damages arising from the taking by eminent domain of a trunk
sewer easement,
33 City of Boston vs. Town of Lexington, Municipal Court of the City of Boston Action to recov-
er for assistance to several persons alleged to have residence in the Town of Lexington
34 Edward H. Hinds, Trustee of Hinds Realty Trust, vs Town of Lexington, Middlesex Superior Court
No 265320 Petition for assessment of damages arising from the taking by eminent domain of a trunk sewer
easement
35 Lexington Coal and Oil Co , Inc vs Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No 41691 and No.
43896 Petitions for abatement of 1964 and 1965 real estate tax.
36 Wayne R Maguire et al vs Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No X-158914 Petition for
abatement of 1964 real estate tax
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37 Metropolitan Pipe and Supply Company vs. Oliver Killam, Jr., Town of Lexington et als, Middlesex
Superior Court No 25996 Equity Suit by a supplier of materials against the Town's contractor, the Town
and the Standing School Building Committee to obtain payment of amount alleged to be due from the contractor.
38. Edward H. Hinds, Trustee of Hinds Realty Trust, vs. Town of Lexington, Middlesex Superior Court
No 267706 Petition for assessment of damages arising from the taking by eminent domain of a trunk sewer
easement
39. Frank D Walker et al vs. Town of Lexington, Middlesex Superior Court No 268540. Petition for
assessment of damages arising from the taking by eminent domain of a trunk sewer easement
40 Paul Nesbeda et als vs Town of Lexington, Middlesex Superior Court No 273108 Petition for
assessment of damages arising from the taking by eminent domain of a sewer easement
41 Daniel F Coughlin et al vs Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No X-162376, transferred
to Formal Procedure No. 43890. Petition for abatement of 1965 real estate tax
42 Harold J Crumb et al vs Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No X-162483, transferred to
Formal Procedure No. 44075. Petetion for abatement of 1965 real estate tax.
43 Benjamin DelGaudio et al vs. Inhabitants of the Town of Lexington, Middlesex Superior Court No.
275851 Petition for assessment of damages arising from the taking by eminent domain of a sewer easement.
44. Hugo R Maienza, James Stevens and Joseph A Trani, Trustees of The 1775 Realty Trust vs. Board
of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No X-162694, transferred to Formal Procedure No 44284 Petition for
abatement of 1965 real estate tax
45 Roy Johnsen and Ethel M Johnsen vs Richard P McDonnell, an employee of the Town, Middlesex
Superior Court No 277829 Suit for alleged personal injuries, property damage and consequential damages
arising out of a motor vehicle accident
46 Guille Steel Products Co , Inc. vs. Grande and Son, Inc., Town of Lexington et al, Middlesex
Superior Court No 27119 Equity Suit by a sub-contractor against the Town's contractor, the Town, and
the contractor's surety company to obtain payment of amount alleged to be due from the contractor
47 Carl Uraneck, p p a. vs. James J. Lima, Jr. and Guy D. Busa, police officers, Middlesex Superior
Court No 271554 Action of tort for personal injuries
48 Charles P McEnroe vs Alfred L. Viano, Chairman of School Committee, Middlesex Superior Court
No 280576 Suit for alleged tortious ratification of illegal act of Administrative Assistant of Lexington
Schools
49. Charles P. McEnroe vs Dr Austin W Fisher, member of School Committee, Middlesex Superior
Court No 280577 Suit for alleged tortious ratification of illegal act of Administrative Assistant of
Lexington Schools
50 Charles P McEnroe vs. Elizabeth H. Clarke, member of School Committee, Middlesex Superior
Court No 280578 Suit for alleged tortious ratification of illegal act of Administrative Assistant of
Lexington Schools
51 Charles P McEnroe vs Charlotte Lichterman, member of School Committee, Middlesex Superior
Court No 280579. Suit for alleged tortious ratification of illegal act of Administrative Assistant of
Lexington Schools
52 Charles P McEnroe vs James R Maclnnes, Jr , employee of the Town, Middlesex Superior Court
No 280580 Suit for alleged illegal and negligent discharge of plaintiff from position with Town of
Lexington
53. Charles P. McEnroe vs Town of Lexington, Middlesex Superior Court No. 280581 Suit for alleg-
ed breach of contract of employment.
54 Charles P. McEnroe vs Robert H Farwell, member of School Committee, Middlesex Superior Court
No 280582 Suit for alleged tortious ratification of illegal act of Administrative Assistant of Lexington
Schools
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55 Catherine I Geanacopulos et al vs the Inhabitants of the Town of Lexington, Middlesex Superior
Court No, 281785. Suit for personal injuries and consequential damages arising from alleged sidewalk de-
fect
56 Harley L Hansen et als vs Lincoln P Cole, Jr , et als, members of the Board of Selectmen,
Middlesex Superior Court Equity No, 27444, Bill in equity to enjoin the Selectmen, the Superintendent of
Public Works and The Town's contractor from entering upon land of the petitioners in which a slope ease-
ment was taken
57 Diran M Semonian et al vs Town of Lexington, Middlesex Superior Court No, 281551. Petition
for assessment of damages arising out of a taking by eminent domain of a drain easement
58 Francis Donahue, Jr, vs Town of Lexington et al, Middlesex Superior Court No 283196 Suit
against the Town and its contractor for personal injuries and property damage alleged to have been sustain-
ed during street construction
59 Athena Kutrubes vs Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No X-165872, transferred to Formal
Procedure No 46480 Petition for abatement of 1966 real estate tax.
60 Richard A Michelson et al vs Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No X-165873, transferr-
ed to Formal Procedure No, 46481, Petition for abatement of 1966 real estate tax
(b) All actions brought by or against the Town during 1967.
1 Lexington Golf Club vs Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No. X-166103, transferred to
Formal Procedure No, 46698 Petition for abatement of 1966 real estate tax
2 Lexington Coal & Oil Co. , Inc, vs. Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No 46735 Petition
for abatement of 1966 real estate tax
3 Town of Lexington vs Joseph A Goodwin, Middlesex Superior Court No 27780 Equity Suit to en-
join violation of Zoning By-Law
4 Harold J. Crumb et al vs. Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No X-166270, transferred to
Formal Procedure No 46812 Petition for abatement of 1966 real estate tax
5 Robert P. Outerbridge et al vs Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No 46764 Petition for
abatement of 1966 real estate tax
6. Arlex Oil Corporation vs Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No, 46737, Petition for abate-
ment of 1966 real estate tax.
7 Arlex Oil Corporation vs Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No, 46738, Petition for abate-
ment of 1966 real estate tax
8 Arlex Oil Corporation vs, Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No 46739 Petition for abate-
ment of 1966 real estate tax
9 Emerson Gardens Realty Corp vs Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No 46736 Petition
for abatement of 1966 real estate tax
10 Daniel F Coughlin et als vs Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No X-165724, transferred
to Formal Procedure No 46353 Petition for abatement of 1966 real estate tax.
11 First National Stores, Inc vs Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No, 47670 Petition for
abatement of 1966 real estate tax
12 Alice C Monahan et al vs. Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No X-167885 Petition for
abatement of 1966 real estate tax
13 Alice C. Monahan et al vs Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No X-167886 Petition for
abatement of 1966 real estate tax
14 Roger H Weede et al vs Town of Lexington et als, Middlesex Superior Court No 285869, remand-
ed to District Court of Central Middlesex No 24343 Action of tort for personal injuries and property
damage
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15 Laurence H Moore, Trustee of Great Road Realty Trust, vs. Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax
Board No X-167058, transferred to Formal Procedure No 48046 Petition for abatement of 1966 real estate
tax.
16. Alfred P Tropeano et al, Trustees of T & N Realty Trust, vs, Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax
Board No X-168594, transferred to Formal Procedure No, 48450 Petition for abatement of 1966 real estate
tax
17 Thomas DiSilva, Trustee of DiSilva Family Trust, vs Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No.
X-168713, transferred to Formal Procedure No 48517 Petition for abatement of 1966 real estate tax
18 Thomas A, DiSilva vs Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No X-168714, transferred to Formal
Procedure No 48518 Petition for abatement of 1966 real estate tax.
19 Vincent G DiSilva et al vs Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No X-168715, transferred
to Formal Procedure No 48519 Petition for abatement of 1966 real estate tax
20 Vincent G DeSilva et al vs Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No, X-168716 Petition for
abatement of 1966 real estate tax.
21 Edward W McGrory et al vs Town of Lexington et ala, Middlesex Superior Court No 287285
Action of tort for personal injuries arising out of a fall in Cary Hall
22 William D. Adler et al vs. Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No X-168830, Appeal from
denial of exemption from a portion of 1966 real estate tax.
23 Rolla M Tryon et al vs Town of Lexington et al and counterclaim of defendant Jean Presho vs
Town of Lexington et al, Middlesex Superior Court No 28126 Equity Bill in Equity to enjoin owner of ad-
jacent land from obstructing ditch and counterclaim for injunction against Town and plaintiffs and for
damages
24 William R Moore et als vs Board of Appeals et als, Middlesex Superior Court No 28142 Equity
Appeal from decision of Board of Appeals granting special permit for nursing home
25 Lawrence C Bradshaw et al vs Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No X-169038 Appeal
from denial of exemption from a portion of 1966 real estate tax
26 ,ernes D Eplett et al vs Town of Lexington, Middlesex Superior Court No 289980 Action of
tort for property damage arising out of alleged sewer break
27 Robert L Johnson et al vs. Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No X-169296, transferred
to Formal Procedure No 48936 Petition for abatement of 1967 real estate tax
28 Alfred P Tropeano et al, Trustees of Lexington Professional Building Trust, vs, Board of Ass-
essors, Appellate Tax Board No X-169188, transferred to Formal Procedure No, 48851 Petition for abate-
ment of 1967 real estate tax
29 Athena Kutrubes vs Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No. X-169298, transferred to Formal
Procedure No 48938 Petition for abatement of 1967 real estate tax
30 Richard A Michelson et al vs Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No X-169297, transferred
to Formal Procedure No, 48937. Petition for abatement of 1967 real estate tax
(c) All actions settled or disposed of during 1967
1 William J. Shields et al vs. Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No X-154758, No, 40308,
No 41635 and No 44493, petitions for abatement of 1962, 1963, 1964 and 1965 real estate taxes Appeals
withdrawn by appellants when assigned for trial.
2 Frank L Stevens et al vs Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No X-154759, transferred to
Formal Procedure No 39942, No 40346, No. 41634 and No 44495, petitions for abatement of 1962, 1963, 1964
and 1965 real estate taxes Appeals withdrawn by appellants when assigned for trial.
3 M Joseph Carroll et al vs Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No X-154856, petition for
abatement of 1962 real estate tax. Appeal withdrawn by appellants when assigned for trial.
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4 Michael J Carroll et al vs Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No X-154872, petition for
abatement of 1962 real estate tax Appeal withdrawn by appellants when assigned for trial
5 Charles E Clark et al vs Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No 39968 and No. 40309, peti-
tions for abatement of 1962 and 1963 real estate taxes Appeals withdrawn by appellants when assigned for
trial
6 Robert P Outerbridge et al vs Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No 39972, No. 40304, No
41636, No 44492 and No 46764, petitions for abatement of 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, and 1966 real estate tax-
es Appeals withdrawn by appellants when assigned for trial
7 Alfred H Maxwell et al vs Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax No 39971, No 40305 and No 41632,
petitions for abatement of 1962, 1963 and 1964 real estate taxes. Appeals withdrawn by appellants when
assigned for trial.
8 David L Gennaro et al vs. Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No X-154867, No 40310, No
41630 and No 44491, petitions for abatement of 1962, 1963, 1964 and 1965 real estate taxes. Appeals with-
drawn by appellants when assigned for trial
9 M Joseph Carroll et al vs. Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No X-154869, petition for
abatement of 1962 real estate tax Appeal withdrawn by appellants when assigned for trial.
10. William L Nussbum et al vs Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No 39998, No. 41631 and No.
44496, petitions for abatement of 1962, 1964 and 1965 real estate taxes Appeals withdrawn by appellants
when assigned for trial.
11 Lillian N Pearce vs. Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No 39999, No 40306, No 41629 and
No 44497, petitions for abatement of 1962, 1963, 1964 and 1965 real estate taxes. Appeals withdrawn by
appellant when assigned for trial
12 Emerson Gardens Realty Corp vs Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No 41485, No 43892 and
No 46736, petitions for abatement of 1963, 1965 and 1966 real estate taxes Appeals withdrawn by appel-
lant on partial abatement of 1965 tax
13 William L. Potter et als, Trustees of Walnut Farm Trust, vs Town of Lexington, Middlesex
Superior Court No 257097, petition for assessment of damages arising from the taking by eminent domain of
an easement for 24" water main Case settled when assigned for trial
14 Albert DeVincent et al vs Town of Lexington, Middleses Superior Court Nio 257066, petition for
assessment of damages arising from the taking by eminent domain of land for a part of a school site Case
tried and damages assessed by the Court.
15 Adolph Krol et al vs Town of Lexington, Middlesex Superior Court No 257067, petition for assess-
ment of damages arising from the taking by eminent domain of land for a part of a school site Case tried
and damages assessed by the Court.
16 Wayne R Maguire et al vs. Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No X-158914, petition for a-
batement of 1964 real estate tax Appeal withdrawn by appellants after it was restored to the active list
following dismissal for lack of prosecution
17 Hugo R Maienza et als, Trustees of the 1775 Realty Trust, vs. Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax
Board No X-162694, transferred to Formal Procedure No 44284, petition for abatement of 1965 real estate
tax Appeal withdrawn by appellants when case reached for trial.
18 Lexington Coal & Oil Co , Inc vs Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No. 41691, No 43896
and No 46735, petitions for abatement of 1964, 1965 and 1966 real estate taxes. The 1964 and 1965 appeals
were tried and were settled at the close of the evidence The 1966 appeal was withdrawn by the appellant.
19 Roy B Johnsen et al vs Richard P McDonnell, an employee of the Town, Middlesex Superior Court
No 277829, remanded to District Court of Central Middlesex No 23657-607 Suit for alleged personal in-
juries, property damage and consequential damages arising out of a motor vehicle accident Case tried and
finding for plaintiffs entered for personal injuries and property damage, and finding for defendant on
count for consequential damages
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20 Guille Steel Products Co , Inc, vs Grande and Son, Inc , Town of Lexington et al, Middlesex
Superior Court No 27119 Equity, Suit by a subcontractor against the Town's contractor, the Town and the
contractor's surety company to obtain payment of amount alleged to be due from the contractor Suit dis-
missed as to the Town on Town's motion.
21 Harley L Hansen et al vs Lincoln P Cole, Jr et als, members of the Board of Selectmen,
Middlesex Superior Court Equity No 27444, Bill in Equity to enjoin the Selectmen, the Superintendent of
Public Works and the Town's contractor from entering upon land of the petitioners in which slope easements
were taken Case tried and injunction issued against the respondents
22 Arlex Oil Corporation vs. Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No 46737, petition for abate-
ment of 1966 real estate tax Appeal withdrawn by appellant
23 Arlex Oil Corporation vs Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No. 46738, petition for abate-
ment of 1966 real estate tax. Appeal withdrawn by appellant.
24 Arlex Oil Corporation vs, Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No 46739 Petition for abate-
ment of 1966 real estate tax Appeal withdrawn by appellant
25 Roger H Weede et al vs Town of Lexington et als, Middlesex Superior Court No. 285869, remanded to
District Court of Central Middlesex No, 24343-690. Action tort for personal injuries and property damage
Cases settled during trial on payment to passenger for personal injuries by Town's insurer and insurer for
other operator, and payment by the Town of a portion of the property damage claim
26. William D. Adler et al vs Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No X-168830, appeal from de-
nial of exemption from a portion of 1966 real estate tax, Appeal tried and decision entered for appellants
27 Lawrence C. Bradshaw et al vs Board of Assessors, Appellate Tax Board No X-169038, appeal from
denial of exemption from a portion of 1966 real estate tax. Appeal tried and decision entered for appell-
ants
(d) The amounts received by the Town Counsel as compensation and disbursements for services not
covered by the regular salary of the Town Counsel during 1967.
Services
Miscellaneous claims against the Town 275 00
Miscellaneous claims by the Town 950 00
Takings and settlements of land damage claims 3085 00
Tax title sales 110 00
Special conveyancing - Subdivisions 1380.00
Town of Lexington v Joseph Goodwin 75 00
Albert DeVincent et al v Town 410 00
Francis Donahue, Jr v Town 140 00
James Eplett et al v. Town 35 00
Katherine I Geanacopulos et al v Town 150.00
Guille Steel Products v, Grande & Son and related cases 245 00
Harley Hansen et al v Town 145.00
Arnold Jacobs v, Cary Library 50 00
Roy Johnsen et al v Town et al 140.00
Adolph Krol et al v Town 340 00
Edward McGrory et al v. Town et al 135.00
William R Moore et als v Board of Appeals et al 150 00
Paul Nesbeda et al v Town 120 00
William L Potter et als v. Town 45 00
Diran M Semonian et al v Town 40 00
Mary L Spears et al v, Town 20 00
Roger H Weede et al v Town et al 200.00
Rolla M Tryon et al v Town et al
and counterclaim Jean Presho v Town et al 260 00
Total $8500 00
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Disbursements
Appellate Tax Board, transfer fees 55 00
Lexington Coal & Oil Co v Assessors-
Official stenographer 76 80
Lexington v Goodwin - Entry fee 5 00
Service of subpoena 7.50
Order 5 00
Service of order 7 50
Uraneck v. Busa et al- Transcript 37 80
Geanacopulos v Lexington - Deposition 28.00
General office expense 2,400 00
Total $2,622 60
Special Counsel Fees
Norman J. Richards, Esquire
Services in Wayne R. Maguire et al v. Assessors 25 00
Services in Ali=ce Monahan et al v Assessors 25.00
Services in Adolph F Krol et al v. Town 300 00
Services in Albert DeVincent et al v Town 300.00
Services in Lexington Coal & Oil Co. v. Assessors 115 00
Donald E. Legro, Esquire
Special services in Appellate Tax Board matters 1,620 00
Total $2,385 00
Donald E Legro
Town Counsel
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LEXINGTON
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"The Birthplace of American Liberty"
Population 1965 Census - 31,388
Highest elevation -- 385 feet above mean sea level
Lowest elevation -- 110 feet above mean sea level
Settled -- 1642 -- Cambridge Farms
Incorporated as a Town - 1713
Valuation -- $192,651,950.00
Tax Rate -- 1967 -- $47.00 M4
Area of town in acres 10,650,42
Area of town in miles 16.64
Extreme length in miles 5.8
Extreme width in miles 4.85
Public Streets: (miles)
Accepted 106.99
Private Streets:
Unaccepted 29.31
Paper Streets 9.50
State Highways 17.10
Trunk Sewers 23.18
Street Sewers 78.70 �#
Water Mains 144.62
Voter Registration: Residents who have lived in the town for six months and in
the commonwealth for twelve months may register at the town clerk's office on t;
any business day from 8:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. Additional registration sessions
in advance of each election will be provided at times to be announced by the town
clerk. The town clerk's office will be open for registrations at a time and hours
to be announced for one Saturday prior to each town election and for two Saturdays
prior to each state election or primary election.
Voting Places: Precinct 1, Harrington Schc,ol; Precinct 2, Adams School; Pre-
cinct 3, Cary Memorial Hall; Precinct 4, High School; Precinct 5, Central Fire
Station; Precinct 6, Maria Hastings School.