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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2022-05-23 SB-min Select Board Meeting May 23, 2022 A remote participation work session meeting of the Lexington Select Board was called to order at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, May 23, 2022 via hybrid meeting services. Ms. Hai, Chair; Mr. Lucente; Vice Chair, Mr. Pato, Mr. Sandeen; and Ms. Barry were present, as well as Mr. Malloy, Town Manager; Ms. Axtell, Deputy Town Manager; and Ms. Katzenback, Executive Clerk. Ms. Hai stated that the meeting was being conducted via Zoom as posted, with the agenda on the Town’s website. EXECUTIVE SESSION 1. Exemption 3: Discuss Strategy with Respect to Collective Bargaining - Lexington Police Patrolman's Association (LPPA) & Fire Union Ms. Barry recused herself from this item. VOTE: Upon a motion duly made and seconded, by roll call, the Select Board voted 4-0 to move into Executive Session regarding Exemption 3: Discuss Strategy with Respect to Collective Bargaining - Lexington Police Patrolman's Association (LPPA) & Fire Union at 6:35 p.m. The Board returned to Regular Session at 7:11 p.m. Ms. Barry retook her seat on the Board. PUBLIC COMMENT Dawn McKenna, speaking as chairman of the Lexington Tourism Committee, stated that she hopes the Board will require that people attend at least one meeting of the committee prior to submitting an application for consideration for membership to a committee. She asked if the Board might consider sending applications to the various committees for people who have applied, so that they can be reviewed. Committees might then invite applicants to a meeting, to see what skills they might have to bring to the groups. SELECT BOARD MEMBER CONCERNS & LIAISON REPORTS 1. Select Board Member Concerns & Liaison Reports Ms. Barry explained that a Board member is needed to volunteer to sit on the Hanscom Area Towns (HATS) Committee. HATS is comprised of a member of the Select Board from Lexington, Lincoln, Bedford, and Concord. The chair is rotated every year. That vote will take place in June. Ms. Barry also pointed out the Recreation Department report and all of the great programming that it highlights. She also noted that the Semiquincentennial Commission (Lex250) will have a booth at the th 2022 Discovery Day to promote the celebration that is being held in April 2025 to commemorate the 250 anniversary of the Battle of Lexington. TOWN MANAGER REPORT Mr. Malloy stated that the Board of Health has been getting requests from some residents to consider reinstating a mask mandate. Joanne Ballenger, Director of Public Health, is not recommending a mandatory mask mandate at this time. She is recommending that there be a notice placed on the Town website that himself and the Select Board strongly encourage wearing of masks in certain settings and to continue to follow other sound public health interventions such as getting vaccinated, increasing ventilation, and having activities outside, and testing as appropriate. Mr. Malloy noted that the streetlight poles in the downtown area have been being used to hold banners for certain Town events. During the construction project, many of these poles will need to be removed, and so June will likely be the last month that banners will be hung until construction is complete. Electronic signs will be used to notify residents of certain events, such as the upcoming debt exclusion vote, in absence of being able to hang banners. CONSENT AGENDA 1. Town Manager Committee Reappointments To approve the Town Manager's reappointments of Sudhir Jain, Susan Rockwell and Julie-Ann Shapiro to the Council on Aging and Frederick DeAngelis to the Recreation Committee. DOCUMENTS: Jain Reappointment Application, Rockwell Reappointment Application, Shapiro Reappointment Application, DeAngelis Reappointment Application 2. Select Board Committee Appointment & Reappointments To appoint Jonathan Silverstein to the Lexington Housing Assistance Board (LexHAB) for a three-year term set to expire on May 31, 2025. To reappoint Bob Burbidge and Henry Liu to the Lexington Housing Assistance Board (LexHAB) both for a three-year term set to expire on May 31, 2025. To reappoint Ed Adelman as a Full Member of the Historic Districts Commission representing the Lexington Historical Society for a five-year term set to expire on December 31, 2025. To reappoint Anne Eccles as a Full Member of the Historic Districts Commission as the Select Board nomination for a five-year term set to expire on December 31, 2026. DOCUMENTS: 2022 Lexington Housing Assistance Board (LexHAB) Application - J. Silverstein 3. Approve Select Board Meeting Minutes To approve and release the Select Board Meeting minutes of May 9, 2022. DOCUMENTS: DRAFT 05092022 Select Board 4. Approve One-Day Liquor Licenses To approve two One-Day Liquor Licenses for Spectacle Management to serve beer and wine in the lobby of Cary Memorial Building, 1605 Massachusetts Avenue, for the purpose of two events as follows: Roger McGuinn Concert on Wednesday, June 8, 2022 from 6:30pm to 10:30pm and Jesse Cook Concert on Friday, June 24, 2022 from 7:00pm to 11:00pm. To approve a One-Day Liquor License for Wilson Farm, Inc. to serve wine for the purpose of their "Dinner in the Field" Fundraiser to be held outside in the fields of Wilson Farm, 10 Pleasant Street on Thursday, June 23, 2022 (with a rain date of Friday, June 24, 2022) from 5:30pm to 9:00pm. 5. Approve 95/99 Hayden Avenue Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) To approve the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) as attached and to authorize the Select Board to sign said MOU. DOCUMENTS: 95/99 Hayden MOU for Execution 6. Approve Entertainment License To approve an Entertainment License for the Lexington Farmers' Market, Worthen Road Practice Field, for the purpose of providing recorded music and live musical performances for patrons of the market to take place every Tuesday from May 31, 2022 through October 25, 2022 from 2:00pm to 6:30pm under a tent in the back corner of the field away from Worthen Road. DOCUMENTS: Lexington Farmers' Market - Overview of Request & Map for Entertainment License, Lexington Farmers' Market - List of Musicians/Performers VOTE: Upon a motion duly made and seconded, by roll call, the Select Board voted 5-0 to approve the Consent Agenda. ITEMS FOR INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION 1. Update from Communications Advisory Committee on PEG Access Provider Procurement Rita Vachani, CAC Member & Ken Pogran, Chair of Communications Advisory Committee addressed the Board. Ms. Vachani explained that the contract with Lexmedia is structured as a six-year grant agreement, in three two-year terms. The first two-year term will be complete at the end of June this year. The intention is to renew the second two-year term starting July 1. She noted that the questions for the Board include what level of service it wants Lexmedia to continue to provide over the next two years. Secondly, how will Lexmedia be funded during those that two-year period. She explained that the PEG Account balance of $1M can fully fund the gap in funding through FY26 without supplemental Town funding. Option 1, to use the PEG Account to level services, will require Town funding to go from $0 in FY26 to $350,000 in FY27 (at the start of the new contract) and continue to grow year‐over‐year thereafter. Option 2, to level services using the Town supplemental funding, will retain the balance in the PEG account of $300K at the end of FY28. This option grows Town funding more gradually from $100K in FY24 to $300K in FY28. The PEG account balance provides a “cushion” to better manage the potential risk of Verizon early termination and technology shifts. Option 3, to reduce services using the Town supplemental funding, will see a 10% reduction in expenses starting in FY25. This option retains the balance in the PEG account of $300K at the end of FY28. This option grows Town funding more gradually, from $100K in FY24 to $250K in FY28. It will also allow for better managed risk of Verizon early termination and technology shifts. In reviewing these options, the Board needs to decide if it is comfortable with the upcoming two-year lease renewal. Ms. Vachani noted that Lexmedia put together a proposal in case the Board decides to reduce the budget by 10%, including certain governmental meetings and school sports/concerts coverage lost. Mr. Malloy stated that his recommendation is to go with Option 2. Option 2 allows for a phased in approach, allowing for a smoother transition, and the retention of some of the fund balance. Ms. Hai agreed with Mr. Malloy’s recommendation and noted that the Board has previously stated that it does not want to see a reduction in Lexmedia services. Mr. Lucente stated that he does not believe the Board wants to move in a direction that reduces the public’s access to information. He noted that there are likely creative ways to raise funds and do additional programming to generate revenue or sponsorships. Mr. Pato also agreed with moving toward Option 2 and looking for additional funding from other sources. Ms. Barry agreed with pursuing Option 2. She also asked if there is an existing Town space which could be retrofitted for Lexmedia in order to reduce lease costs. Mr. Sandeen agreed with Option 2 and voiced his interest in the possibility of moving Lexmedia services into the new high school in terms of reducing costs and allowing high schoolers additional opportunities to get involved. Mr. Pogran explained that there's some possibility for supplemental funding with a really aggressive underwriting and sponsorship campaign. However, this will not be a complete replacement for funding from the Town as the revenues continue to decline. He also noted that it is likely not practical to consider moving Lexmedia from the Avalon building for an interim period before moving it into the new high school, as the facility is well retrofitted, and it will likely incur additional costs. David Kanter, 48 Fifer Lane and Precinct 7 Town Meeting Member, asked about the decline over time of the current PEG revenue. Mr. Pogran stated that this has a lot to do with cord cutting and the advent of streaming services. The PEG revenue is a tax on the cable television revenues from providers. Cable television is the only part of the service that has that tax on it, by federal law. The Town does not have the ability, for example, to put a tax on a cable providers’ internet revenue. It is just a cable television revenue and cord cutting is the reason for the decline. DOCUMENTS: Update from CAC - Peg Provider 2. Proclamation Request - National Gun Violence Awareness Day Jodi Goodman and Rita Schneur addressed the Board. Ms. Goodman explained that on January 21, 2013 Hadiya Pendleton marched in President Obama's second inaugural parade. One week later, Hadiya was shot and killed on a playground in Chicago. Soon after this tragedy Hadiya’s friends commemorated her life by wearing orange, the color hunters wear in the woods to protect themselves and others. Wear Orange is now observed every June and 1,000s of people wear the color orange to honor Hadiya and the more than 40,000 people who are killed with guns and approximately 85,000 people who are shot and wounded every year. Ms. Schneur noted that Moms Demand Action is a volunteer grassroots organization with over 400 members in Lexington. VOTE: Upon a motion duly made and seconded, by roll call, the Select Board voted 5-0 to approve and sign a proclamation recognizing June 3, 2022, the first Friday in June, as National Gun Violence Awareness Day in the Town of Lexington. DOCUMENTS: 2022 National Gun Violence Awareness Day Proclamation 3. Proclamation Request - Quock Walker Day Sean Osborne, Association of Black Citizens of Lexington (ABCL) Historian, explained that the is the second year the ABCL will be hosting Quock Walker Day. The group is requesting a proclamation from the Board at this time. Legislation for this has been passed by the Senate and will hopefully be passed be the House prior to June 8, 2022. In response to a question from Mr. Kanter, Mr. Osborne explained that, if passed into legislation, this will become a recognized day but not a State holiday. Activities in Town on that day would be encouraged but not required. VOTE: Upon a motion duly made and seconded, by roll call, the Select Board voted 5-0 to approve and sign a proclamation recognizing July 8, 2022 as Massachusetts Emancipation Day aka Quock Walker Day in the Town of Lexington. DOCUMENTS: 2022 Massachusetts Emancipation Day aka Quock Walker Day Proclamation 4. Request for Service Station Freestanding Sign - 1095 Massachusetts Avenue Ms. Hai explained that Mr. Issa, the owner of the Lexington Auto Care Service Station, located at 1095 Mass Ave, is requesting approval to place a sign on the Town-owned land, which is located at corner of Mass Ave and Maple Street. As the land is owned by the Town, approval of the Select Board is required. The Historic Districts Commission has issued a certificate of appropriateness, and the Zoning Board of Appeals has also issued its approval. Mr. Issa stated that moveable signs he uses are not attractive. Due to the style of the building, it is not possible to place a sign on the building itself. This sign was designed to look nicer and fit the space. VOTE: Upon a motion duly made and seconded, by roll call, the Select Board voted 5-0 to approve the placement of a free standing sign on Town-owned land at the corner of 1095 Massachusetts Avenue and Maple Street in accordance with the Zoning Board of Appeals decision of April 14, 2022 and Historic District Certificate of Appropriateness dated April 7, 2022; further authorize the Town Manager to develop and execute, with Town Counsel guidance, an agreement for this use on said Town owned land. DOCUMENTS: Documents for Request to construct freestanding sign, ZBA Approval - 1095 Massachusetts Avenue Decision, HDC Certificate of Appropriateness 5. Joint Meeting - Select Board and Ad Hoc Stone Building Feasibility/Re-Use Committee  Ad Hoc Stone Building Feasibility/Re-Use Committee Report and Recommendations The Board opened its joint meeting at 8:07 p.m. Jeff Howry, Ad Hoc Stone Building Feasibility/Re-Use Committee, opened the group’s meeting by roll call: Christina Burwell, Melinda Nasardinov, Lester Savage, Mark Manasas, and Jaclyn Anderson. Ms. Nasardinov stated that the Stone Building is located at 735 Mass Ave, near the intersection of Pleasant Street and East Lexington. The building long served as a branch library, but it has been closed to the public since it was damaged by water in 2007. The Committee's charge is to preserve the Building and explore constructive reuse by researching market demand and feasibility for alternative uses of the building, thereby supporting future Town investment to restore the building. The Stone Building was built in 1833 by Eli Robins to serve as a lyceum, lecture hall, and residence. The Stone Building was built in the form of a Greek temple, with Doric columns across the front, and was decorated with motifs of the Greek Revival style both inside and out. The Stone Building would become the site of abolitionist activity. The building also became the site of religious services for the residents of East Lexington. The Stone Building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places for its architectural merit, as an example of Greek Revival architecture, and for its association with the Robin's family and the development of East Lexington. Ellen Stone, a Robin's family descendent, sold the building to the Town in 1892, and later donated the money back to the Town. After serving as a branch library for more than a century, the building was damaged by water when a pipe burst in 2007. In 2009, the Town hired a team to prepare the Historic Structures Report and Recommendations for Rehabilitation and Reuse. After more than a decade, some of the information it contains needs to be updated due to changes in building code and cost estimates. After being unused for 15 years, the building is relatively stable, but in need of restoration and rehabilitation in order to be usable. Ms. Nasardinov explained that the authors of the 2009 report recommended a new construction in the same location as the missing back part of the building, in order to accommodate fully accessible restrooms, elevator and stairs. Overall, the building is approximately 3,000 s.f., including the passageways. Ms. Nasardinov explained that the Committee held a public forum to generate ideas for the space and then another to receive feedback on the comments that emerged. It also received some detailed proposals for concepts, including two proposals focused on using the building as an abolition museum and center for racial justice, one proposal for a telephone museum focusing on technology, and one for a modern-day coffeehouse. Out of all this work, certain themes emerged. The Committee heard many people expressing interest in the significance of the building and the history it represents, the importance of the building as a gathering space with rooms for classes, lectures and performances, and the importance of an inclusive space where topics of the day could be discussed. The suggestions were broken down into 11 categories, with the top five concepts being history museum; intercultural center; center for racial, social, and environmental justice; branch library; and 21st century lyceum. Any use of the building needs to match the restrictions Ellen Stone included in the deed. Many of the concepts that emerged from the research fit well with what Ellen Stone envisioned more than a century ago. The building was given to the inhabitants of the Town of Lexington and was to be forever held and maintained under the direction and management of the Trustees of the Cary library. The Cary Library Board of Trustees voted not to pursue a municipally funded branch library in the Stone Building. Ms. Nasardinov stated that the overarching theme of the proposed vision is for a 21st century Lyceum. This would include lectures, cultural events, and programs. It would consider present day social issues such as diversity, equity and inclusion, environmental, social, and racial justice. It would incorporate modern technology and engage with audiences beyond the walls of the Stone Building. Another component of the vision includes a casual drop in space, likely on the first floor, with comfortable seating for reading and socializing. When not in use for lectures and programs, the Lyceum space on the second floor could be used as a meeting room for community organizations, discussion groups or similar gatherings. Other amenities might include print media resources, restrooms for visitors and bike path users, a small cafe or vending machines, and use of the surrounding outdoor space. There are tremendous opportunities to develop place-based education programs in support of existing social studies, history, and civics curriculum for Lexington students as well as those in neighboring towns. Potential partners include local organizations, schools, and Town municipal departments. Ms. Nasardinov stated that the funding needed to bring this vision to life falls into two categories: restoration and operation, including staffing, programming, and maintenance. Community Preservation Act funds make the most sense for the restoration of the building. Other grants may also be available to support restoration. For operational expenses, the Committee anticipates that some ratio of Town nonprofit and/or community organization collaboration will be needed. It's possible that a nonprofit might lease the building from the Town at a below-market rate and run the programming. There is likely to be some income from programming and fees, and possibly from event rentals or the lease of office space. The Town will need to take an active role in the incubation of the new lyceum, by appointing or hiring a coordinator to oversee this first phase. This person will lead restoration efforts, together with facilities and other Town departments; build community engagement and awareness; develop preliminary programming such as outdoor interpretation at the site; lead fundraising efforts; and explore possible operational models. Some or all of these steps might involve an existing or newly formed nonprofit. as well as collaboration with community partners. Once the coordinator is in place, the Committee’s recommended next steps are for the Town to make the needed updates to the existing historic structure report and prepare for CPA funding to restore the building. Mr. Lucente stated that he believes this building needs to be kept alive by restoring it and bringing it back to its glory. He asked that the Board make decisions and take swift action this evening on this item to keep it moving forward. He encouraged the Board to look into CPA funding as a first step. Mr. Pato noted that he took a straw poll of the Trustees regarding the proposed potentials uses for the Stone Building and there were no concerns raised. He is concerned that there is no room in the operational budget for significant program improvements for this space. He believes an early investment could be to create a public/private partnership of some form that will go forward and move forward these activities. He also supports seeking the use of CPA design funds. He noted that there is not a coordinator position for this item listed in the FY23 budget. Ms. Barry suggested that the Board ask Mr. Malloy to take their thoughts on this item and come back with distinct suggestions. Mr. Sandeen stated that he supports a plan to present this for CPA design funding. Ms. Hai asked Mr. Malloy to brainstorm some creative ways to find someone who can be the champion of this project. Mr. Malloy agreed and noted that he would work to bring suggestions to the Board within a month. Many of the committee members spoke to the importance of this building and the opportunities it presents to all in the community. Mr. Kanter, Vice Chair for the Capital Expenditures Committee, stated that before one can reasonably go forward to ask for design funds, one needs to know what the structure will be expected to be designed for, which falls back upon what the Select Board may decide. He questioned the urgency of seeking funding. Ms. McKenna, Chair of the Tourism Committee, spoke of the Tourism Committee’s enthusiastic support for this building’s progress. She urged the Town Manager, under the Board’s direction, put forward a champion for this project. Elaine Ashton, formerly of 32 Cliff Avenue, spoke of the building being a national treasure and asked that the momentum for this project be continued. VOTE: Upon a motion duly made and seconded, by roll call, the Select Board voted 5-0 to accept the report of the Ad Hoc Stone Building Feasibility/Reuse Study Committee, dated May 19, 2022. Mr. Howry adjourned the Ad Hoc Stone Building Feasiblity/Reuse Committee’s meeting. The Board closed the joint meeting at 8:52 p.m. DOCUMENTS: Presentation, Ad Hoc Stone Building Feasibility/Re-Use Committee Report The Select Board returned to their regular meeting to take the next item on their agenda. 6. Request to Name Lexington Fire Headquarters Rob Green, President of Lexington Firefighters Local 1491, addressed the Board. He explained that the request is that the Select Board, under its authority, name the new fire headquarters at 45 Bedford Street, the Senator Kenneth J. Donnelly Fire Headquarters. He explained that Kenny served on the initial building committee and was way ahead of his time in recognizing the disproportionate impact that cancer was having on firefighters. Kenny recognized very early that firehouse design was an intricate part of the problem causing occupational cancer. In addition to the dangers firefighters face when called to service, firehouses across the State are a detriment to their health. Kenny continued to advocate for the replacement of fire headquarters and many other firehouses across the Commonwealth, until he himself succumbed to occupational cancer in 2017. The new fire headquarters in Lexington is designed with occupational safety in mind. Generations of Lexington firefighters, their families, and citizens they serve will benefit from Kenny's early and continued advocacy. Kenny lead an impressive career that touched so many lives and continues to impact the Lexington Fire Department and the community as a whole. It is only fitting the new fire headquarters be named the Senator Kenneth J. Donnelly Fire Headquarters. He thanked the support of Assistant Speaker of the US House of Representatives Congresswoman Katherine Clark, State Senator Cindy Friedman, State Representatives Michelle Ciccolo and Ken Gordon, as well as former State Rep. Jay Kaufman. Jay Kaufman stated that “Kenny” was universally appreciated, respected, and loved. He was an incredible leader. Putting Ken Donnelly’s name on this building, would speak to the importance of public service, and would be a call to public service – a reminder to all of us that we too, are capable of a kind of selfless devotion and service that were exhibited in his role as a firefighter and in his role as a union leader. Mr. Lucente stated that he would be comfortable referring this item to the Monuments & Memorials Committee for further discussion. Mr. Pato stated that naming a facility should be a high bar, which is easily met here. While the Monuments & Memorials Committee has a role in this, naming facilities is within the purview of the Select Board. He believes the Board should move forward and vote to accept this proposal. Ms. Barry agreed with Mr. Pato. She believes the proposal is a fitting tribute to Ken Donnelly. Mr. Sandeen agreed that the Board can move forward with this item. He noted that Jay Kaufman raised a question regarding if the word “Senator” should be included in the name of the facility. He believes this option can be left up to the proponents of this item. Ms. Hai stated that the Board seems to support this item and asked that Mr. Green consider and work with Mr. Kaufman regarding if the title should be placed in front of the name for the facility. VOTE: Upon a motion duly made and seconded, by roll call, the Select Board voted 5-0 to accept the proposal from the Executive Board of Lexington Firefighters Local 1491 to name the new Fire Headquarters at 45 Bedford Street the "Senator Kenneth J. Donnelly Fire Headquarters,” with or without the title Senator as the proponents submit. DOCUMENTS: Request Letter to Name Fire Headquarters, Letter of Support - Senator Friedman, Letter of Support - State Rep. Ciccolo, Letter of Support - Congresswoman Clark, Letter of Support - Former State Rep. Kaufman, Naming of Facilities and Placement of Memorials Policy 7. Review and Approve Building Department Fee Schedule Kat Labrecque, Management Analyst, stated that building activity has remained steady, despite market fluctuation, and material and labor shortages. These fees have not been updated since 1993. A comparative analysis was completed, using surrounding communities, and found that the Town’s fees were significantly lower in some cases, mostly because they haven't been updated in several years. Overall, staff feels that the updated fees proposed are fair and comparable with other communities. Staff was very intentional to make sure these new fees don't burden or significantly impact Lexington residents. Most of the fees will really impact commercial projects, which have been benefiting from very low permit fees. If approved, staff would notify contractors, the community, and others of the increases, giving about 90 days or more for implementation. In the future, the plan is to update fees more regularly, ideally on an annual basis. Ms. Labrecque stated that the proposal looks to increase both the residential and commercial building permit fees. Residential dwellings would increase slightly from $12 to $13 per $1,000 in valuation, and commercial and multiuse fees are proposed to increase from $12 to $15. Regarding residential plumbing and gas permit fees, these are proposed to increase from $30 to $60 for the first fixture and then from $7 to $15 for every additional fixture. For commercial projects fee increases are proposed from $30 to $150 for the first fixture, and then $15 for each additional fixture. Commercial projects represent a significant amount of staff time, especially as the Town continues to seek out new life science research and development tenets. Regarding the electrical permit fee, the proposal is for a secondary fee of $10 per $1,000 for project valuations over $10,000. Also, for the commercial side, a maintenance permit fee increase is proposed for a business with an employed licensed electrician, for maintenance purposes, from $150 to $250 annually. The typical cost of a residential solar array is approximately $30,000, so when applying the new fee increase, this proposal increases the building permit by about $30. There will be a small increase of less than 10% in revenue, in terms of residential permits and fees. Mr. Lucente asked if the proposed fees will cover the costs. Jim Kelly, Building Commissioner, explained that all fees collected help support all of the Town departments that have a role in processing permits. Ms. Labrecque explained that an 8% change from 1993 to 2022 seems quite small. Mr. Lucente noted that costs continue to go up each year. He noted that, per the Brown Book, the Town took in $3.2M in license and permit fees in FY21. Mr. Sandeen stated that building and construction costs have increased by leaps and bounds over the last couple of years. He asked if the proposed costs are correlated to these increases at all. Mr. Kelly stated that the proposal is trying to keep permit increases at a reasonable parallel rate. Mr. Malloy stated that fees are supposed to relatively meet what the expenditures are for certain types of programs, such as building inspections, or plumbing inspections. He noted that, over the last five years, the Town has taken in approximately $3M million/year on average for licenses and permits. The department budget for Land Use, Health, and Development for FY23 is approximately $2.8M. He does not believe the proposed increases are out of line when reviewing these figures. VOTE: Upon a motion duly made and seconded, by roll call, the Select Board voted 5-0 to amend the Building Department Fee Schedule as recommended in the attached April 28, 2022 memorandum. DOCUMENTS: Building Department Fee Schedule Update 8. Discuss Temporary Suspension of Permitting for Special Events on Battle Green Mr. Malloy stated that he spoke with Dave Pinnsoneault who agreed that it is a good idea to temporarily suspend any, not already permitted, external events through the end of this construction season. The end of this current construction season is likely around November 15, 2022. Next spring, work in the roadways around the three intersections around the Battle Green will begin. VOTE: Upon a motion duly made and seconded, by roll call, the Select Board voted 5-0 to temporarily suspend external events on the Battle Green during construction, to be reviewed on/about November 15, 2022. ADOURN Upon a motion duly made and seconded, by roll call, the Select Board voted 5-0 to adjourn the meeting at 9:34 p.m. A true record; Attest: Kristan Patenaude Recording Secretary