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Home My WebLink About2015-05-20-REC-minFrederick DeAngelis, Chairman Lisah Rhodes Wendy Rudner Sandra Shaw Ruixi Yuan Town of Lexington Recreation Committee Recreation Committee Minutes of Meeting of May 20, 2015 Tel: (781) 698 -4800 Fax: (781) 862 -2747 A meeting of the Recreation Committee was held on Wednesday, May 20, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. in the Parker Room of the Town Office Building. Members Present: Rick DeAngelis, Wendy Rudner, Lisah Rhodes, and Sandra Shaw Members Absent: Ruixi Yuan Staff Present: Karen Simmons, Director of Recreation and Community Programs, Chris Filadoro, Superintendent of Public Grounds, and Peter Coleman, Assistant Director of Recreation Others Present: Suzie Barry, Board of Selectmen liaison, Tom Shiple, Lexington United Soccer Club, Michael Schroeder, Lexington Little League, and Albert Montgomery (49 Outlook Drive) The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. The meeting acted on the following: 1. Meeting Minutes from April 29, 2015 The Recreation Committee voted 2 -0 -1 to approve the minutes of April 29, 2015. 2. Citizens and Other Boards - None 3. Liaison Reports Sandra Shaw reported that the Bike, Bus, and Walk Week went very well this year. Events included a Bike Smart safety clinic at the Bridge School on May 14th and a Bikeway breakfast on May 15th which approximately 250 people attended. Recreation staff and three police officers assisted with Bike Smart and Karen Simmons thanked both the Police Department and the Bicycle Advisory Committee for their assistance with this safety clinic. 4. Concept of Walkway — Old Reservoir to Bridge School Albert Montgomery, resident at 49 Outlook Drive, expressed his interest in having an ADA- accessible walkway that would lead from the Old Reservoir parking lot to the Bridge School. Mr. Montgomery stated that there is currently no handicap access from the Old Reservoir parking lot on Marrett Road to the Old Reservoir or the Bridge School. Mr. Montgomery did recognize the many specific details that this project would require. Rick DeAngelis stated that a dialog between the Recreation Committee, School Committee, and Board of Selectmen should occur on this topic before moving forward as a project of this magnitude would need to be accounted for in the 1625 MASSACHUSETTS AVENUE • LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS 02420 2 Town's 5 -year capital plan. Karen Simmons, Director of Recreation and Community Programs, expressed her concerns about having the teachers park in the Old Reservoir parking lot as that would prevent recreation users from parking at that location. She also indicated that an ADA study of the Town's recreation infrastructure will be completed in the fall. This study will include a transition plan which the Recreation and Community Programs Department will refer to and incorporate into its 5 -year capital improvement plan in the future. 5. Little League Scoreboard — Center #2 and Center #4 Michael Schroeder, President of Lexington Little League, provided an update on the Center #2 and Center #4 scoreboard proposal that was presented to the Committee at its March meeting. Proofs of both scoreboards were distributed and Mr. Schroeder stated that both scoreboards would be completely solar- powered. Contributions toward the scoreboards had been made by the Town of Lexington Recreation & Community Programs Department, Lexington High School Softball Boosters, Lexington Little League, and the Moms on the Mound Softball League and after installation, the scoreboards would be gifted to the Town for all organizations to use. At Center #4, the scoreboard will be located beyond the left field fence and at Center #2, the scoreboard will be located down the right field foul line. Rick DeAngelis, chairman of the Recreation Committee made the following motion: The Recreation Committee supports and approves the proposal as submitted by Lexington Little League for the installation of a scoreboard at Center #2 and Center #4, given that all necessary permits with the appropriate agencies are obtained, per the review of the Director of Recreation and Community Programs. Sandra Shaw seconded the motion. The Recreation Committee voted 4 -0 to approve. 6. Update on Lincoln Park Light Feasibility (LUSC) Tom Shiple, Lexington United Soccer Club, provided an update on the light feasibility project at Lincoln Park. LUSC has been working with the consultant Sanborn, Head & Associates. The main issues that have been raised to date are the manner in which to provide electricity to the light poles and the feasibility of lighting additional fields in the future. With the renovation of Lincoln #2 scheduled to begin in June, Mr. Shiple inquired about the possibility of installing the conduit (to be paid for by LUSC) while the project was ongoing. Mr. Shiple indicated that Sanborn has not approached the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) as of this meeting and it is his hope that a report from Sanborn with the preliminary design and feedback from DEP will be ready for the Recreation Committee to review prior to its next meeting. 7. Community Center Update Karen Simmons, Director of Recreation and Community Programs, provided the committee with the following update on the Community Center: • The Recreation and Community Programs Department and Lexpress are scheduled to move on June 17, 2015. • The equipment for the cardio room is being delivered on June 15th and the equipment for the billiards rooms will be delivered on Jun 16th • All furniture has been ordered. The Friends for the Council on Aging has made a donation to cover the cost of the mansion furniture and a grant from the Dana Home will be for senior wellness programs and a personal trainer. • While the move is taking place, the Department will remain open for business and the specific moving plan is still being finalized. 8. Lincoln # 1 Update Karen Simmons, Director of Recreation and Community Programs, reported that Lincoln # 1 came back online on Saturday, May 9th and has been open for use since that date. Ms. Simmons 3 indicated that the Town was still awaiting final paperwork from the installer and reiterated to the Recreation Committee that the company that installed this field is different from the company that installed the field at Lincoln #lthat the Town rejected in 2014. 9. Recreation Report Karen Simmons, Director of Recreation and Community Programs, reported on the following: • The Board of Selectmen goal setting will be held on July 1" and items from the committee must be submitted by June 12, 2015. Members of the Recreation Committee expressed their concern about the potential of losing athletic fields during the upcoming school renovation projects, specifically at the Hastings School. Suzie Barry, Board of Selectmen liaison to the Recreation Committee, stressed how important it is for the Recreation Committee to advocate to the School Committee and Board of Selectmen about its desire to protect the existing Recreation infrastructure and its interest in adding additional athletic fields in the future. • The issue of crumb rubber used in synthetic turf fields has been in the news in recent months and Ms. Simmons distributed a letter from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to the Town of Medway on this issue. In summary, the letter stated that "scientific literature continues to suggest that exposure opportunities to artificial turf fields are not generally expected to result in health effects." This letter is posted on the Department's website and the rubber infill from the newly installed Lincoln #1 is being tested. • With the reorganization of the Department, two current staff members have recently received promotions. Melinda Corssino has been promoted from Administrative Assistant to the new Community Center Office Manager position and Peter Coleman has been promoted from Recreation Supervisor to Assistant Director of Recreation. Both Ms. Corssino and Mr. Coleman will officially begin in their new positions on May 25, 2015. The Recreation Supervisor and Administrative Assistant positions are currently being advertised and the deadline to apply is during the last week of May. Recruitment for evening clerks and building supervisors at the Community Center will begin in mid -June. • A traffic study at the Bridge School has been ongoing over the course of the year. A memo from Mary Ellen Dunn, Assistant Superintendent, as well as a traffic flow concept map and draft of the safety procedures, were distributed to the Recreation Committee • The State has conditionally approved the Open Space and Recreation Plan. Revisions and additions must still be made in order for the Town to be eligible to apply for grants. This 7- year document will be valid until 2022. • Pine Meadows is in great condition and despite the winter that we had, the course is financially ahead of where it was last year at this time. 10. Parks Report Chris Filadoro, DPW Superintendent of Public Grounds, reported on the following: • Start-up at the Town Pool is ongoing as the facility will open for the season on Saturday, June 6h. The Garrity Pool was pressure washed prior to being repainted this year. • The bid opening for the Clarke soccer field renovation project will be held on Thursday, May 2151. It is anticipated that the project will take place during the summer and the field will be offline until Spring 2016. • The next construction meeting for the Worthen Road practice field project will be held on Friday, May 22nd • On Sunday, May 171h, members from Temple Isaiah assisted with the annual clean -up at the Old Reservoir. • There are areas at Center #4 where the sod burned out quickly, although the field is looking slightly better now. 4 • The harsh winter caused significant issues with the irrigation systems at the parks as over $20,000 was spent on irrigation repairs this spring. • At Lincoln, there is a leak in the main water line that needs to be repaired, which is impacting the functionality of the water fountains. The next meeting of the Recreation Committee is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, July 15, 2015 at 5:45 p.m. at the Pine Meadows Golf Course, 255 Cedar Street, Lexington. The May 20, 2015 Recreation Committee meeting adjourned at 8:12 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Peter Coleman, Assistant Director of Recreation The following documents /exhibits used at the meeting are attached: • Access Walkway to Old Res Parking Lot Handout • Design Proofs for the Center #2 and Center #4 Scoreboards • Letter from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health on Rubber Infill in Synthetic Turf Athletic Fields • Bridge Traffic Study Memo, Traffic Flow Concept Map, and Procedures (draft) 5/20/15 Access Walkway to OId Res Parking Lot Plan View Slope 1% Slope — 5% Slope of 200' boardwalk 1.5% A Montgomery Access Walkway to OId Res Parking Lot Elevation View— Segment 1 246 300' 1B L 50' easement in #12 Outlook Segment 1B is level But requires easement Slope —1.5% 1A . P2a4r9king 240 Red dotted line Indicates elevated boardwalk with handrails Solar lighting every 75' Slope —10% A Montgomery Fax: 605.697.4746 L LAYOUT FOR LEXINGTON HIGH SCHOOL GRAP. .:' APPROV, File Number: '234460 Extension: 57855 ono: 605.692.0200 1111111111 11% C p DAKTRONICS Letter Visibility Chart Letter height Maximum Reading Distance 3 inches 4 inches 6 inches 8 inches 9 inches 10 inches 12 inches 15 inches 18 inches 24 inches 30 inches 36 inches 42 inches 48 inches 54 inches 60 inches 100 feet 150 feet 200 feet 350 feet 400 feet 450 feet 525 feet 630 feet 750 feet 1000 feet 1250 feet 1500 feet 1750 feet 2000 feet 2250 feet 2500 feet Note: These values are only accurate with Red or Black on a White background. All other colors will lose long- distance readability at a rate dependant on their hues and values. SL-41116 ge 4 111/05/14 NuuuU �NNpuu� ulllN l "'( iii Uj��Il 'i llf� "f"1„,(�1li "I `f r CHARLES D. BAKER Governor KARYN E. POUTO Lieutenant Governor March 23, 2015 The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Executive Office of Health and Human Services Department of Public Health Bureau of Environmental Health 250 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 -4619 Phone: 617 -624 -5757 Fax: 617- 624 -5777 TTY: 617- 624 -5286 Stephanie Bacon, Health Agent Office of Board of Health 155 Village Street Medway, MA 02053 Dear Ms. Bacon: MARYLOU SUDDERS Secretary MONICA BHAREL, MD, MPH Commissioner Tel: 8178248008 www.mase.govldph Thank you for your letter of February 24, 2015, in which you requested that the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, Bureau of Environmental Health (MDPH /BEH), evaluate health concerns related to the use of crumb rubber infill material for artificial turf fields in Medway, Massachusetts. As you are likely aware, our office had previously evaluated this issue in a series of letters to the Town of Needham Board of Health in 2008, 2011, and 2013. In response, MDPH /BEH staff have evaluated more recent information on potential exposure opportunities to artificial turf components, including crumb rubber infill, and evaluated health concerns, including cancer, in relation to exposure to such turf. Recent media reports on soccer players, particularly goalies that have played on artificial turf, and the incidence of some cancers have been expressed. These reports raised concerns about the possible association between playing on crumb rubber fields and the development of cancers, notably, non - Hodgkin's lymphoma, Hodgkin Lymphoma, and osteosarcoma. We also evaluated information you provided on the content of the specific products used in Medway. Our review is summarized below. Updated Literature Review Our previous evaluations noted that crumb rubber infill has been found to contain chemicals, including polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), volatile organic compounds (VOCs), and metals. We further stated that although these chemicals are in the material itself, information available at that time did not suggest significant exposure opportunities to the chemicals in the materials such that we would expect health effects. We noted that the most relevant study on this topic at the time was a study conducted by the California Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (CA OEHHA). Since that time, the CA OEHHA conducted additional evaluations of chemical concentrations in air above crumb rubber turf fields under active use (CA OEHHA 2010). Air samples were taken above fields and analyzed for VOCs and metals. Results suggested that adverse health effects were unlikely to occur from inhalation of VOCs or metals in particulates above these fields. To assess the potential for skin infections due to bacteria or to skin abrasions on these fields, tests for bacterial contamination were performed and the frequency of skin abrasions was assessed. Researchers found fewer bacteria detected on the artificial turf compared to natural turf, suggesting that the risk of infection to athletes using these fields was actually lower. However, more skin abrasions were observed in athletes using artificial turf fields than natural turf fields, and the study authors made various recommendations to help prevent skin abrasions (e.g., protective equipment or clothing) and prompt treatment of skin abrasions. In another study, the state of Connecticut conducted air sampling at four outdoor artificial turf fields with crumb rubber infills (most relevant to Medway) under summer conditions (Simcox et al. 2011). Air measurements were taken using stationary air sampling monitoring devices as well as personal samplers (placed on people using the fields). They concluded that exposure opportunities to turf contaminants were not associated with elevated health risks and suggested that their findings were consistent with other studies available at the time. A letter prepared by the Connecticut Department of Public Health reiterates these conclusions (CTDPH 2015). A 2014 study by researchers at the Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in New Jersey evaluated opportunities for exposures to PAHs, semivolatile organic compounds (SVOCs), and heavy metals from exposures to artificial turf fibers and crumb rubber infills by measuring these constituents in simulated body fluids (digestive fluids, lung fluids, sweat) that represented different routes of exposure (ingestion, inhalation, dermal). This bioaccessibility study aimed to provide a better measure of the actual amount of these contaminants that might be absorbed into the body after exposure. The researchers found that PAHs were routinely below the limit of detection and SVOCs that have environmental regulatory limits to use for comparison were identified at levels too low to quantify. Some metals were detected but at concentrations at which health risks were low, with the exception of lead from the field sample collected. That sample indicated lead at levels in the simulated digestive fluids that the authors reported could result in blood lead levels above the current U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reference value for blood lead in children (5 ug /dL). It should be noted that the lead concentration of the materials used in this study included a sample of turf fiber with a lead concentration of 4,400 mg/kg. This level contrasts with information on the Medway artificial turf components, which reportedly either contained lead at 39 mg/kg (crumb rubber infill) or had no lead (turf fibers) (see discussion later in this letter). Based on the lead result from this one field sample, the authors suggested that components of artificial turf fields should be certified for low or no lead content prior to use. Overall, however, the authors concluded that opportunities for exposure to constituents in these fluids presented very low risk among all populations that would use artificial turf fields (Pavilonis et al. 2014). A study conducted in 2010 in the Netherlands assessed the exposure of soccer players to PAHs after playing sports on a rubber crumb field. Urine testing in participants indicated that uptake of PAHs by the participants following exposure to artificial turf with rubber crumb infill was minimal. If there is any exposure, the authors reported, uptake is minimal and within the normal range of uptake of PAHs from environmental sources • and /or diet observed in healthy individuals (van Rooij and Jongeneelen 2010). It is probably worthwhile to also note that MDPH/BEH reviewed testing data for artificial turf for the Town of Needham, as reported in our letters of 2011 and 2013 to the Needham Board of Health. The Town of Needham contracted with an environmental testing firm to conduct environmental tests including, air measurements of volatile organic compounds taken in the laboratory and heavy metals (arsenic, cadmium, chromium, lead, mercury, selenium, zinc) content of crumb rubber materials. Our review and conclusions for that testing, did not indicate exposures of health concem. Material in Medway MDPH /BEH reviewed available information provided by the Medway Board of Health regarding the specific materials used in the Medway fields. These included the APT Gridiron turf system and Liberty Tire Recycling 10 +20 BM Rubber Crumb Brantford, ON, Among the materials provided for these products were statements or test results for various constituents in these products. APT submitted a written statement dated October 29, 2014, that reported that the APT Gridiron turf systems (essentially the grass fibers of the artificial turf) are manufactured and installed without the use of any lead or heavy metals. They reported that this included all materials used for the turf fibers and backings. No other documentation about this product, including any testing results, was provided to support this statement. With respect to the 10 +20 BM Crumb Rubber infill product, laboratory testing results were provided for this product, although it is not clear whether the testing was for the materials specifically used in turf applied in Medway. Testing was conducted for metals content as well as emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOCs). It appears that testing included the following: (1) testing for VOCs emitted into a confined air space in the laboratory after heating the product to 73 degrees F; and (2) content testing for eight heavy metals, including lead. The laboratory compared results to criteria established by the Greenguard certification program, part of Underwriters Laboratory, that uses among its criteria for certification health -based levels derived by the CA OEHHA. Testing results for metals content of the product indicated a lead concentration of 39 mg/kg, which is Tess than the current Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) limit of 100 mg/kg for lead in children's products (Ulirsch et al. 2010). No other metals were detected. Test results measuring emissions off - gassing from heated material were provided in measurements that cannot be compared to any health -based standards or guidelines and thus, MDPH/BEH did not further evaluate this information. Typically, when certain products raise health concems, health agencies review Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS). An MSDS provides information on health risks associated with use of the product. An industry group, Synthetic Turf Council, provides a sample template MSDS for crumb rubber infill material (Synthetic Turf Council 2014). Although this sample MSDS is not specific to any particular product, it appears to be applicable to crumb rubber infill in general. In the section under "Hazardous Ingredients," the MSDS notes that the product can contain fine fibers that may cause irritation symptoms (e.g., itching, irritation of mucous membranes, eye irritation). The MSDS notes that the crumb rubber material is generally thought to be a nuisance dust. Concems About Cancer Among Soccer Players As noted earlier in this letter, some recent news reports suggested that the incidence of cancers among soccer players, particularly goaltenders exposed to artificial turf, might be atypical. These reports included many cancer types, but some focused specifically on NHL, Hodgkin Lymphoma, and osteosarcoma in three individuals. We thought it would be helpful to provide additional information on cancers in general and known risk factors for NHL, Hodgkin Lymphoma, and osteosarcoma. Cancer in General Understanding that cancer is not one disease, but a group of diseases, is very important. Research has shown that there are more than 100 different types of cancer, each with separate causes, risk factors, characteristics and patterns of survival. A risk factor is anything that increases a person's chance of developing cancer and can include hereditary conditions, medical conditions or treatments, infections, lifestyle factors, or environmental exposures. Although risk factors can influence the development of cancer, most do not directly cause cancer. An individual's risk for developing cancer may change over time due to many factors and it is likely that multiple risk factors influence the development of most cancers. In addition, an individual's risk may depend on a complex interaction between their genetic make -up and exposure to environmental agents, including infectious agents and /or chemicals This may explain why some individuals have a fairly low risk of developing a particular type of cancer as a result of an environmental exposure, while others are more vulnerable. Cancers in general have long latency or development periods that can range from 10 to 30 years in adults, particularly for solid tumors. In some cases, the latency period may be more than 40 to 50 years. It is important to note, however, that latency periods for children and adolescents are significantly shorter than for adults. Hodgkin Lymphoma Hodgkin Lymphoma is most common in young adults between the ages of 15 and 40, especially in individuals in their 20s. Among adolescents, it is the most common type of cancer. Hodgkin Lymphoma occurs specifically in a type of B lymphocyte (or white blood cell) called the Reed- Sternberg cell while other lymphomas (non- Hodgkin's types) occur in different cells. Established risk factors for Hodgkin Lymphoma include: exposure to the Epstein -Barr virus (EBV); a previous diagnosis of mononucleosis (mono is caused by the EBV); family history; and certain hereditary conditions (such as ataxia telangiectasia) associated with a weakened immune system. The Epstein-Barr virus is very prevalent in the general population. Even though most of us have been exposed to the virus (which remains latent in our bodies), most people do not develop mononucleosis or Hodgkin Lymphoma. EBV is thought to account for about 20% or 25% of the diagnoses of classical Hodgkin's in the US. Higher socioeconomic status is also a possible risk factor. This is thought to be due to delayed infectious exposures in childhood. Occupational exposures as risk factors have been studied extensively and none have emerged as established risk factors. Likewise, there is very little evidence linking the risk of Hodgkin Lymphoma to an environmental exposure, other than the EBV. Non - Hodgkin Lymphoma (NHL) NHL refers to a diverse group of cancers that are characterized by an increase in malignant cells of the immune system. Each subtype of NHL may have different risk factors associated with its development. The specific cause of NHL in most individuals is unknown. Although some types of NHL are among the more common childhood cancers, more than 95% of diagnoses occur in adults. Incidence generally increases with age, and most diagnoses occur in people in their 60s or older. Established risk factors for NHL include a weakened immune system, associated with various medical conditions, and exposure to various viruses. An increased risk is faced by individuals taking immunosuppressant drugs following organ transplants; individuals with autoimmune disorders, such as rheumatoid arthritis and lupus; and individuals who have taken certain chemotherapy drugs for other cancers. Several viruses have been shown to play a role in the development of NHL, including the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), the human T -cell leukemia/lymphoma virus (HTLV -1), and the Epstein -Barr virus. Exposure to high -dose radiation (for example, by survivors of atomic bombs and nuclear reactor accidents and possibly by patients who have received radiation therapy for a previous cancer) may pose an increased risk. Some studies have also suggested that exposure to chemicals such as benzene and certain herbicides and insecticides may be linked with an increased risk of NHL. Smoking has been associated in some studies with certain types of NHL. Osteosarcoma Osteosarcoma is a type of malignant bone cancer which accounts for about 2% of childhood cancers in the United States. It is the most common type of cancer that develops in bone and comprises about 66% of malignant bone tumors in children in Massachusetts. Most osteosarcomas occur in children and young adults between the ages of 10 and 30. Teenagers comprise the most commonly affected age group and are at the highest risk during their growth spurt. However, osteosarcoma can occur in people of any age, with about 10% of all osteosarcomas occurring in people over the age of 60. Established risk factors for osteosarcoma include certain inherited syndromes (such as retinoblastoma, the Li- Fraumeni syndrome, and others) and certain bone diseases (such as Paget disease of the bone and hereditary multiple osteochondromas). Individuals with these syndromes and bone diseases have an increased risk of developing osteosarcoma. People who have received radiation treatment for a previous cancer may have a higher risk of later developing osteosarcoma in the area that was treated. Being treated at a younger age and with higher doses of radiation both increase the risk. Because the risk of osteosarcoma is highest between the ages of 10 and 30, especially during the teenage growth spurt, experts believe that there may be a link between rapid bone growth and the risk of a bone tumor. Children with osteosarcoma are often tall for their age, which supports the link with rapid bone growth. Other than radiation, there are no known lifestyle or environmental risk factors associated with osteosarcoma. Asides from these risk factors, the causes of most osteosarcomas are unknown. Summary In summary, the scientific literature continues to suggest that exposure opportunities to artificial turf fields are not generally expected to result in health effects. Testing results on the crumb rubber infill indicated lead content less than CPSIA statutory limits established for children's products. For the turf fibers, APT provided a statement that this material did not have lead used in its manufacture, but no additional documentation was provided. With respect to cancer concems reported in media stories, it is important to note that the reports of cancers were of a wide variety of different types, each with its own set of risk factors. In addition, our staff reviewed cancer incidence data for the Town of Medway. The Massachusetts Cancer Registry (MCR) is a population -based surveillance system that began collecting information in 1982 on Massachusetts residents diagnosed with cancer in the state. All newly diagnosed cancer cases among Massachusetts residents are required by law to be reported to the MCR within six months of the date of diagnosis (MGL, c.111, s.111 B). This information is kept in a confidential database and reviewed for accuracy and completeness. Available information on the occurrence of cancers in children living in Medway indicates no diagnoses of Hodgkin Lymphoma, NHL, or osteosarcoma have been reported to the MCR in a search of their files from 2006 to the present. Although it is possible that a very recent diagnosis may not yet have been reported to the MCR, the fact that there are no reports of such cancers is reassuring. Although available resources cannot support MDPH conducting environmental testing of this material, we would be happy to assist the Town of Medway in developing a sampling and analysis plan as well as provide technical support in interpreting results, similar to the assistance that we provided to the Town of Needham. As we stated in our letters to Needham officials, while available information does not indicate exposure opportunities of health concern, MDPH/BEH continues to recommend common sense ways to minimize any potential exposure to chemicals that may be contained in synthetic turf fields made of crumb rubber. MDPH /BEH suggests washing hands after playing on the field and before eating, particularly for younger children with frequent hand -to -mouth activity, and taking off shoes before entering the house to prevent tracking in any crumb rubber particles. Also, there are studies that indicate heat levels on artificial turf fields may rise as outdoor temperatures increase (New York State 2009). Thus, for protection of the players, MDPH /BEH recommends increasing hydration, taking frequent breaks, and watering down the field to cool it on hot days to prevent the potential for burns or heat stress. Finally, based on recent work in Califomia, MDPH /BEH recommends that steps be taken to minimize the potential for skin abrasions (e.g., protective equipment) and that skin abrasions be treated promptly to prevent potential infections. We hope this information is helpful to you and Medway residents. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at 617- 624 -5757. Sincerely, K. Condon, Associate Commissioner Director, ureau of Environmental Health References American Cancer Society. 2015a. Detailed Guide: Hodgkin disease. Available at http: / /www.cancer.oro/ cancer /hodokindisease /detailedouide /index. Last updated March 4. American Cancer Society. 2015b. Detailed Guide: Non - Hodgkin lymphoma. Available at http: / /www.cancer.oro/ cancer / non- hodgkinlymphoma /detailedquide /index. Last updated March 11. American Cancer Society. 2015c. Detailed Guide: Osteosarcoma. Available at http: / /www.cancenoro/ cancer/ osteosarcoma /detailedouide/index. Last updated January 6. 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Bioaccessiblity and Risk of Exposure to Metals and SVOCs in Artificial Turf Field Fill Materials and Fibers. Risk Anal. 34;44 -55 Simcox, NJ; A Bracker; G. Ginsberg; B Toal; B. Golemblewski; T. Kurland; and C. Hedman. 2011. Synthetic Turf Field Investigation in Connecticut. J Tox Environ Health, Part A. 74(17):1133 -1149. Synthetic Turf Council. 2014. Guidelines for Crumb Rubber Infill Used in Synthetic Turf Fields. Printed October 2010, Revised October 23, 2014. Atlanta, GA. Ulirsch, G; K Gleason; S. Gerstenberger; D Moffett; G. Pulliam, T ahmed; and J. Fagliano. 2010. Evaluating and Regulating Lead in Synthetic Turf. Environ. Health Perspect., 118.1345 -1349. von Rooij, DJ, and PJ Jorgeneelen. 2010. Hydroxypyrene in urine of football players after playing on artificial sports field with the crumb rubber infill. Int Arch Occup Environ Health, 83(1):105 -110. DOI: 10.1007/s00420- 009 - 0465 -y. Lexington Public Schools 146 Maple Street + Lexington, Massachusetts 02420 Mary Ellen N. Dunn. Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Business Operations Chief Procurement Officer - School Department Tel: (781) 861-2580 Fax: (781) 863-5829 mdunn@sch,ci.lexington.ma.u4 To: Paul B. Ash, Superintendent From: Mary Ellen Dunn, Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Business Operations Date: May 19, 2015 Re: Bridge Elementary School — Traffic Mitigation Plan Update CC: Margaret Colella, Principal Mark Corr, Chief of Police John Wilson, Fire Chief David Kucharsky, Planner (Chair, Transportation Safety Group) Over the summer and throughout the school year, members of the Bridge Community, Bridge Safe Routes to Schools, public safety, municipal departments, and a traffic engineer met to work out both long term and short term solutions to our traffic congestion. The interim plan being presented to begin at the start of the 2015/2016 school year is designed to mitigate idling and traffic congestion on Middleby Road, provide for efficient and safe ival and dismissal procedures, allow for emergency access at all times, safety for all while on the Bridge School property. Information regarding the time line is available at http://lps.lexingtonma.org/Page/4394 Bridge Elementary School hosted a PTA Parent Forum on May 8, 2015 to announce the attached plan, rules, and implementation timetable. Feedback and questions were discussed and the PTA is pulling together a information campaign that requires an extension of the bus registration up to June 5 for the Bridge Community. The Town Wide Transportation Safety Group met on May 12, 2015 and be its review of the plan at its regularly scheduled meeting. Members are in the process of reviewing traffic signage and line painting changes on Middleby Road that will need to be presented for approval to the Board of Selectmen, and DPW and Recreation reaction to a su!:estion of making the path from the Reservoir parking lot off Marrett Road more substantial to allow for plowing in the winter and handicap access during the summer. The School Department has requested the following from the Police Department at the Transportation Safety Group meeting on May 12 1. Move Downing Street Crossing Guard to the new Parent Drop Off/Pick Up entrance at existing crosswalk; 2. Issue s: e edict as Grove Street for Estabrook: "No queuing on Middleby Road."; and 3. Input for temporary signage as provided for Estabrook during their implementation. Response to the inquiries made at the Transportation Safety Group meeting on May 12, is expected at their next meeting on June 23, 2015. The plan still requires Superintendent and School Committee support for final implementation. Presentation to School Committee for their acceptance of the plan will be done by Mary Ellen Dunn, Meg Colella, Principal, Erin Maguire, Assistant Principal, and Shawn Newell, Assistant Director of Public Facilities. DRAFT 4.30.2015 Bridge School Traffic Procedures Safety is our Top Priority 2015/2016 Front Circle Procedures Bus Drop Off 8:00-8:45am • Bus drop off in right lane, within fenced area • Students exit bus, walk along Front Sidewalk to the playground • During inclement weather, students exit bus, enter the school through the Fifth Grade Door 17 and Front Door 1 Bus Pick Up 3:15-3:30pm • See dismissal procedures explained below •When Bridge is holding special events in the classro stargn a t8:15am) parking will be permitted along the right side of the Front CircI. The en gn.cy lane must remain clear, and parking ivill be prohibited on ss and le idt c is, Front Circle ii Restrictions within th , 'n ii, 8:00am-8:45am (M-F), 3:00pm-3:30er (M, T W ,;", 12:30pm (Th) • No parking within the Front CM10,Lot • Left lane for emergency ,,nd f),.,aSSing dewalk ■ • elOinit ili Visitor access to Front Parking acew alk ,,,,,,in, le , ane only Visitors that park must walk chil • 9:00am-3:00pm / '14 f' • Visitor parkinw designa spots along circle • , ..;Live Dro 0,■'%, h , Vy, edires-Side and Back Parkin Lots 8:15am-8:30am Ca4:5";enter,:„Bri g fMql Side Lot follow arrows/signage to the designated • "a.ck a/Oin'Otot dents exiiltht si, 4e 6f the car, proceed down sidewalk to playground inclement, eather, students exit car on right side, enter the building tIMM ' e Bacl, oor 6 and Fourth Grade Door 9, proceed to cafeteria 8:30am-8:4 » • StudentS xtt r on right side, enter building through the Back Door 6 and Fourth Grade Doqf 9, proceed to class After 8:45am • Students must be dropped off in Front Circle Lot, within the right side of the fence, proceed into the building through the Front Door 1, sign in, and proceed to class 3:OOpm • Side Parking Lot will be opened after 3:OOpm • No idling will be allowed on Middleby Rd. (Police will enforce new signage) • When queue for Live Pick Ups is full, cars will not be permitted into the Bridge Side Lot until space is available