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Select Board Meeting
December 19, 2022
A remote participation meeting of the Lexington Select Board was called to order at 6:31 p.m. on
Monday, December 19, 2022 via remote participation. Ms. Hai, Chair; Mr. Lucente; Vice Chair, Mr. Pato,
Ms. Barry, and Mr. Sandeen were present, as well as 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.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
None at this time.
SELECT BOARD MEMBER CONCERNS AND LIAISON REPORTS
1. Select Board Members Concerns and Liaison Reports
Ms. Hai noted that she and Mr. Lucente met, along with the Economic Development staff and members of
Lexington Minuteman, with the French Consul General and his Education & Culture Manager.
Mr. Pato stated that he did not file a correspondence report this week, due to time. The Board received
five or six messages from the public to be included in the January report, several of which were for items
to be discussed today.
DOCUMENTS: Select Board Concerns and Liaison Reports - December 19, 2022
TOWN MANAGER REPORT
1. Town Manager Weekly Update
Ms. Axtell stated that she had nothing further to include at this time.
DOCUMENTS: Weekly Update 12-9-22, Weekly Update 12-16-22
CONSENT AGENDA
1. Application: One-Day Liquor Licenses – Spectacle Management, Inc., 1605 Massachusetts
Avenue
Handel & Haydn Society
The Moody Blues' John Lodge Performs Days of Future Passed
To approve two One-Day Liquor Licenses for Spectacle Management, Inc. to serve beer and wine in the
lobby of Cary Memorial Building, 1605 Massachusetts Avenue, for the purpose of two events as follows:
Handel & Haydn Society Concert, Saturday, January 28, 2023 from 7:00pm to 11:00pm and The Moody
Blues' John Lodge Performs Days of Future Passed Concert, Saturday, February 18, 2023 from 7:00pm to
11:00pm.
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2. Battle Green Use/Walk Request - 10 Annual Martin Luther King Jr. (MLK) Day of
Service
To approve the request of the Town Celebrations Committee/MLK Day of Service group for the 2023
Lexington MLK Day Commemoration on Monday, January 16, 2023, to include use of the Battle Green
and a walk along Massachusetts Avenue to the Cary Memorial Building.
DOCUMENTS: 2023 MLK Day Event
3. Approve Select Board Meeting Minutes
To approve and release the Select Board meeting minutes of:
November 2, 2022
November 7, 2022
November 14, 2022
November 28, 2022
DOCUMENTS: DRAFT 11022022 Select Board, DRAFT 11072022 Select Board, DRAFT 11142022
Select Board, DRAFT 11282022 Select Board
4. 2023 Class II License Renewals
To approve the 2023 Annual Class II License Renewals for the following businesses:
CLASS II
Lexington Auto Center, Inc. - 1095 Massachusetts Avenue
Lexington Auto Service, Inc. - 39 Bedford Street
5. 2023 Common Victualler License Renewals
To approve the 2023 Annual Common Victualler License Renewals for the following businesses:
COMMON VICTUALLER
Akame Nigiri and Sake - 1707 Massachusetts Avenue #2
Alexander's Pizza - 180 Bedford Street
Beijing Chinese Dining - 1709 Massachusetts Avenue
Clay Oven Indian Restaurant - 1666 Massachusetts Avenue
CoCo Fresh Tea and Juice - 1764 Massachusetts Avenue
Dunkin Donuts - 10 Woburn Street
Dunkin Donuts - 141 Massachusetts Avenue
Dunkin Donuts - 277 Bedford Street
Dunkin Donuts - 323 Marrett Road
Inn at Hastings Park - 2013-2027
Massachusetts Avenue Ixtapa Cantina - 177 Massachusetts Avenue
Lexington Golf Club - 55 Hill Street
6. 2023 Entertainment License Renewals
To approve the 2023 Annual Entertainment License Renewals for the following businesses:
ENTERTAINMENT
Beijing Chinese Dining - 1709 Massachusetts Avenue
Clay Oven Indian Restaurant - 1666 Massachusetts Avenue
Inn at Hastings Park - 2013-2027 Massachusetts Avenue
7. 2023 Innholder License Renewals
To approve the 2023 Annual Innholder License Renewal for the following business:
INNHOLDER
Inn at Hastings Park - 2013-2027 Massachusetts Avenue
8. 2023 Liquor License Renewals
To approve the following 2023 Annual Liquor License Renewals:
ALL ALCOHOL/ RESTAURANTS
Beijing Cuisine - 1709 Massachusetts Avenue
Clay Oven Indian Restaurant - 1666 Massachusetts Avenue
il Casale - 1727 Massachusetts Avenue
Ixtapa Cantina - 177 Massachusetts Avenue
Royal India Bistro - 7 Meriam Street
Via Lago - 1845 Massachusetts Avenue
ALL ALCOHOL/ INNHOLDER
Aloft Hotel - 727 Marrett Road – A
Element Hotel - 727 Marrett Road – B
Inn at Hastings Park - 2013-2027 Massachusetts Avenue
WINE/MALT
Akame Nigiri & Sake - 1707 Massachusetts Avenue Unit #2
Fiorellas - 25 Waltham Street
Marios - 1733 Massachusetts Avenue
Upper Crust - 41 Waltham Street
CLUBS
Knights of Columbus - 177 Bedford Street VFW - 2 Hayes Lane
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. Lexington Citizens' Academy Graduation
James Robinson, Management Fellow, reviewed Lexington Citizen’s Academy, now in its 14th year. At
Lexington Citizens' Academy, residents meet once a week in the evenings to learn about local
government, specifically, the role each department plays in serving the public. The goal of the program is
citizen engagement, and the program is designed to connect residents with the Select Board and Town
staff, as well as encouraging participation on Town committees/boards and as Town Meeting Members.
Nancy White, Lexington Citizen’s Academy participant, stated that this experience exceeded her
expectations. The focus on excellence in Lexington runs through all of the Town Departments.
Ms. Hai announced the 2022 Citizen’s Academy graduates: Sarah Morrison, Nancy White, Purvi Mavchi,
Pamela Thornton-Richter, Alexis Porras, Jon Wakelin, Theresa Carilli, Michelle Race, Matt Tierney, Jay
Luker, Nandini Kshatriya, Julie Barker, Ravi Gudipati, Barbara Tarrh, Shilpa Atnoor, Kathryn Roy, Jenny
Xieyi Cai, Gunjan Goswami Sinha, Qiumei Du, Laura DeAmato, Norbert DeAmato, Nanette Byrnes,
Vlad Antohi, Melissa Talal, Mark Steere, Raquel Leder, Dahua Pan, Samuel Ang, Kiruthika
Ramakrishnan.
The Board offered its thanks and congratulations to the graduates.
DOCUMENTS: 2022 Lexington Citizens' Academy List of Graduates
2. Review Draft Article List for 2023 Annual Town Meeting
Kelly Axtell reviewed the draft article list for the 2023 Annual Town Meeting. The draft warrant will be
signed on January 23, 2023, and presentations on the articles will also begin that evening. Presentations
will carry through the months of February and into March 2023 as needed in preparation for the annual
town meeting. Annual Town Meeting begins on March 20, 2023.
DOCUMENTS: 2023 ATM DRAFT ARTICLE LIST
3. Review and Approve Transportation Safety Group Recommendations for Amendments to
§192 Traffic Rules and Orders
§192-53(D) (2) Obedience to Traffic Control Signals – Red
o No Right on Red for Massachusetts Avenue and Maple Street Intersection
§192-69 Twenty-Mile-Per-Hour School Zones
o 20 MPH School Zone on Concord Avenue for the Cotting School
§192-10 Schedule 7 Traffic Signs and Signals
o Stop Sign on Alcott Road at Thoreau Road
o Stop Sign on Wood Street at Hartwell Avenue
o Stop Sign on Stedman Road at Allen Street
Sheila Page, Coordinator for the Transportation Safety Group, explained that there are five
recommendations of amendments to Chapter 192: Traffic Rules and Regulations. Regarding the
recommendation for a 20-mph school safety zone at the Cotting School, one of the State requirements is
that the school safety zone include a crosswalk. Two years ago, the Cotting School installed the crosswalk
and so the Transportation Safety Group is now recommending this safety zone, with six signs to signify
this.
Mr. Pato stated that the Board received one public comment in support of this recommendation. Ms. Hai
noted that the School also submitted a letter of support.
Ms. Page explained that the Group received two requests over a two-month period for a No Right on Red
sign, to be posted at the intersection of Maple Street and Massachusetts Ave. The No Turn on Red sign is
proposed to be pedestrian activated. This will be an LED-illuminated sign. An additional sign is proposed
across the intersection as well. This will be considered a pilot program for this type of sign.
Mr. Pato noted that he has had difficulties crossing this intersection as a pedestrian and supports the
proposal. He explained that he Board received two public comments on this item. One dealt with a
concern with this impeding the flow of traffic. However, the Group has explained that this light will only
turn on when activated by a pedestrian.
Mr. Sandeen stated that recent studies show that permitting Right Turn on Red may have some negative
impacts for pedestrians and bicyclists. He asked if Town staff has data on trends for crashes, injuries, and
fatalities for pedestrians and bicyclists due to Right Turn on Red.
Ross Morrow stated that, while he does not have any data, he has witnessed first-hand several near misses
occurring at this intersection, due to cars turning red on right when pedestrians are present.
Catherine Sullivan stated that, 3-5 years ago, she was so close to having been hit by a car at this
intersection that she called the police. This exact same thing also happened to her approximately two
years ago. She supports this proposal.
Ms. Page explained that the Group received a number of requests from cyclists regarding a few stop sign
proposals, at the intersections of Wood Street at Hartwell Avenue, Stedman Road at Allen Street, and
Alcott Road at Thoreau Road.
Mr. Lucente suggested putting the line further out onto Hartwell Avenue at the intersection, due to sight
liens at this location. Ms. Hai requested that this treatment be considered.
Mr. Pato stated that one public comment letter opposed to the stop sign at Wood Street and Hartwell
Avenue was received.
VOTE: Upon a motion duly made and seconded, by roll call, the Select Board voted 5-0 to amend
Chapter 192 of the Code of Lexington as follows:
§ 192-53(D) (2) Obedience to traffic control signals – Red
No driver of a vehicle facing a circular red signal indication shall make a right turn where the official
traffic signs are installed and maintained prohibiting such turn at the following intersections:
Street Direction of Travel At Intersection of
Maple Street Southbound Massachusetts Avenue
Massachusetts Avenue Westbound Maple Street
VOTE: Further to amend Chapter 192 of the Code of Lexington as follows:
§192-69 Twenty-mile-per-hour school zones:
School Street Limits Time
Cotting School Concord Avenue Between 481 Concord 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Avenue and 411 Concord Monday through Friday
Avenue
VOTE: Further to amend Chapter 192 of the Code of Lexington as follows:
§192-10 schedule 7: Stop signs and YIELD Signs
STREET LOCATION REGULATION
Alcott Road at Thoreau Road Stop
Stedman Road at Allen Street Stop
Wood Street at Hartwell Avenue Stop
DOCUMENTS: TSGPresentation on Recommendations, Memo on Right Turn Prohibition, Maple Street
- Right Turn Prohibition, Memo on Stop Signs, Stop Signs, Memo on School Zone, School Zone, Cotting
School Letter of Support - Traffic Regulation School Zone for Cotting School on Concord Avenue, Phil
Press Letter of support for Traffic Regulations Cotting School
4. Discuss Inviting Public Back Into the Select Board Meeting Room
Ms. Hai stated that the Select Board has had preliminary discussions regarding a return to in-person
meetings. With the addition of both a free-standing air purifier and the CO2 monitor to the Select Board
Meeting Room, the Select Board will consider resuming in-person attendance for Select Board meetings
effective Monday, January 9, 2023. Drill session will be run to make sure that the IT in the room will
work well, and a second owl is proposed to be added to the room.
Mr. Lucente stated that other committees in Town are meeting in-person, remotely, and hybrid. He
believes this Board needs to experiment more with a true hybrid solution, to set an example for other
groups.
Mr. Pato stated that he supports opening meetings up to the public, though he encouraged those who do
attend to wear masks. He stated that he plans to continue to attend remotely at this time, due to breathing
issues. He stated that he has a concern with how speaking requests from those who are remote will be
integrated with requests from those present in the room.
Ms. Hai noted that Board members will have to have a strict attendance to raising hands, instead of
jumping in.
Mr. Sandeen agreed with Mr. Pato’s concerns regarding fairness and equity of being able to speak
whether in-person or remote.
Ms. Barry stated that the public needs to be let back into Board meetings.
The Board agreed that it did not need a vote on this item, but that it in addition to offering remote
attendance, the Board would plan to include public in-person attendance at Select Board meetings,
beginning January 9, 2023.
5. Review and Approve Tree Removal Near Minuteman Bikeway and Lexington Police
Station
Ms. Hai explained that that this item is related to the actual reconstruction of the parking lot behind the
Police Station. This is not a project related to the solar installation. The project to reconstruct the adjacent
and integrated parking lot surrounding the Police Station itself will have an impact on trees in the parking
lot. An initial tree hearing was held on November 14, 2022, and several concerns were raised by both
residents and committee members regarding the proposal. A new proposal was agreed upon by the Public
Facilities Department, and the Tree Committee, which is being presented this evening.
Mike Cronin explained that, as part of the scope of work for this project, the architect moved the edge of
the parking lot on the north side, adjacent to the bike path, back to the property line. In some cases, this
equated to 6” if space, and in some cases, this equated to a couple of feet. Unfortunately, that impacted
some trees directly, but also the root structure of a series of trees. 15 trees were tagged as part of the
original scope to be removed. The original scope had 164 parking spaces, as approved by the Board of
Selectmen. Through a redesign, this was increased to 165. This includes all existing parking, and nine
parking spaces inside the building. If the proposed tree well is approved, an additional 4-5 spaces will be
removed, for a total of 160-161 parking spaces on site.
Chris Filadoro explained that the trees proposed to be selected for removal were posted, advertised, and a
Tree Hearing was held. Several members of the community spoke of their objections to the project. He
stated that the Tree Hearing was closed with 9-10 objections heard. After further discussion, a revised
proposal was submitted.
Ms. Hai noted that the Tree Committee is fully in support of this new proposal, which reduces the
removal from 16 trees to eight trees.
Mr. Cronin noted that several trees which were scheduled for removal were able to be relocated to the
outer edge of the field.
Ms. Hai noted that, pre-construction, approximately 11 of the 169 parking spaces were being used by
people other than staff. The proposed 160-161 parking spaces will still allow for adequate parking by staff
but may reduce the number of spaces open to others. Additional spaces in the area may need to be sought
for this purpose.
Mr. Sandeen asked how this proposal will impact the solar installation. Mr. Cronin stated that a decision
on this item, either way, will not impact the solar project.
Mr. Pato expressed concern with the loss of additional parking. The bump out which will result in the loss
of additional spaces will only save three trees. The other trees, saved by this adjusted design, remain
whether or not the spaces are lost. He suggested a modified plan which preserves the trees but does not
create the additional bump out. The three trees in that area could be removed or left to see if they survive.
Mr. Cronin agreed that one of these three trees will be removed, but the other two could be left to
potentially survive.
Mr. Filadoro stated that he would be concerned that work near this root system would eventually lead to
the removal of all three trees in this area anyway. He stated that he supports the original plan, and that the
Town has done a very good job as stewards of the land to save and preserve as many trees as possible.
The bump out could still lead to a loss of parking, due to stress on the root system. The three trees in this
area cannot be transplanted, due to size.
Mr. Lucente noted that this project makes the Police Station much larger, with a potential for more staff in
the building at a future time. This would require additional parking. The Town values its trees, but also
has an obligation to allow for parking for employees.
Howard Cloth, 19 Sherman Street, stated that he is concerned that the Town is proposing to cut down
trees for parking spaces, and/or solar panels. The parking lot could have been designed so as not to affect
the trees on the verge of the bikeway in the first place. He also has an issue with the large communication
tower proposed, approximately 100’ away from his back porch.
Pamela Lyons, 51 Grant Street, urged the Select Board to adopt the alternative plan provided by the
Director of Public Facilities and supported unanimously by the Tree Committee. There are approximately
500 parking spaces in Lexington Center, but mature trees are priceless. The Parking Management Plan
effectively created additional parking spaces in Lexington Center that are essentially not counted. The
Town can easily afford to lose five parking spaces in order to preserve eight priceless trees. She urged the
Select Board to utilize the Parking Management Group for discussions like this, for both its institutional
and practical knowledge of parking and Lexington Center.
Ted Page, 6 Fletcher Avenue, expressed concern regarding the proposed communications tower. He noted
that, per the plans, the scale of this is looks approximately the size of a 747 from tail-to-nose. This would
be located over a residential neighborhood. He stated that this proposal has not been fully vetted by his
neighborhood. Some of his neighbors are horrified and believe that more thought needs to be given to
possible effects of property values in the area. He urged the Board to consider that this neighborhood
deserves a hearing to better understand the scale and scope of this, and its effect on the neighborhood. He
supports the Police Department in every possible way; however, he wants to know how the Police are
going to serve and protect the neighborhood from a gigantic tower over its houses.
Ms. Hai stated that, while she hears the concerns being raised regarding the communications tower, this
item is to discuss the trees on the site.
William Erickson, 31 Sherman Street, stated that his property directly abuts the bike path. He is
concerned with the whittling away of the separation from a residential neighborhood to both the Police
Station and the activities surrounding it, such as Massachusetts Avenue. He noted that all of the parking
spaces located on the north of this plan do not have access to a sidewalk. The parking spaces that run
along the south, adjacent to Fletcher Park, have a sidewalk, and he is unclear what function that's
providing. He suggested moving those spaces 4’-5’ down, to alleviate this project pressing against
residential lot lines. He stated that the proposal for this Police Station seems to break every vital zoning
law. He encouraged the Board to stick with the plan that was agreed to by the Tree Committee.
Mr. Cronin noted that the sidewalk along Fletcher Park will be utilized as part of the perimeter walking
area for this project, and also for certain activities, such as a summertime farmer’s market. People will
also be able to use the sidewalk to access a crosswalk, which will lead them into the front of the Police
Station.
Nancy Sofen, 3 Abernathy Road and member of the Tree Committee, stated that having this discussion at
this point in the process, speaks to the fact that the Town needs to consider green infrastructure much
earlier in the planning process for any Town buildings. She applauded Mike Cronin for walking the site
with members of the Tree Committee and reconsidering the design this late in the process. She concurred
with the Tree Committee's unanimous opinion in support of this modified plan. The eight trees proposed
to be removed are very small trees and, in general, are not in very good condition. Their removal may
actually benefit other trees nearby. The eight trees slated to be saved are large trees. If the Board agrees to
pursue a modified plan, she urged Mr. Cronin to attempt to save a couple of the large black locust trees.
In response to a question from Ms. Hai, Mr. Cronin explained that, if the tree well does not survive, it
would not be a complicated process to change the area to parking spaces.
Gerry Paul, 43 Highland Avenue and Chair of the Tree Committee, thanked Mr. Cronin for his
responsiveness to resident and Committee concerns. He noted that it is difficult to replant for three mature
trees in order to offset the carbon sequestration lost. He agreed with the proposal to try to keep the three
tree well trees and reclaim the area for parking spaces if these do not survive.
Mr. Sandeen stated that he supports the plan agreed upon by the Public Facilities Department, and the
Tree Committee. Ms. Hai agreed.
VOTE: Upon a motion duly made and seconded, by roll call, the Select Board voted 5-0 to approve the
removal of 8 trees on Town property located at 1557-1625 Massachusetts Avenue as per the attached
plan.
DOCUMENTS: Tree Committee Recommendation, Tecton Plan
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6. Update on Possible Monument for the 250 Anniversary of the Battle of Lexington
Ms. Barry explained that in June 2022 Howard Wolk offered $250,000 to help initiate the process of a
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monument to commemorate the 250 Anniversary of the Battle of Lexington. Investigating a possible
monument is deliverable #4 in the charge to the Semiquincentennial Commission (Lex250) from the
Select Board. The Board did not voice any objection to Mr. Wolk moving forward with further
investigation of a monument and suggested he form a small group to do so. Mr. Wolk took the Board’s
advice and has been meeting with a small group (2 members of the Semiquincentennial Commission and
3 community members) to discuss the possibility of a monument and where it would be located. The
group has looked at multiple locations and consulted with Mr. Pinsonneault, DPW Director and would
like the Board’s feedback on the possibility of the monument being placed in Belfry Park at the corner of
Massachusetts Avenue and Clarke Street. There is no proposed design yet and the small group has not yet
officially discussed this location with any other Boards or Committees but wanted to see if the Board had
any strong objections to the location before further discussions and before issuing a Request for Artists.
The small group feels it important for any potential artists answering the Request for Artists to understand
the location so they can design their project with the space in mind.
Mr. Lucente noted future accessibility issues for this location. Also, this area is not very large and
contains an existing monument. He asked about the size of another monument for this location. Finally,
he suggested that the group engage the neighbors regarding potential issues.
Mr. Pinsonneault explained that there will be some accessibility improvements to this area as part of the
Streetscape project. Tree clearing or replanting will be taken into account, if this location is selected.
Mr. Pato asked what this memorial will be commemorating. He stated that he does not feel a compulsion
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to create a monument only for the 250 Anniversary. He echoed Mr. Lucente’s concerns with the
proposed location.
Mr. Sandeen echoed Mr. Lucente’s and Mr. Pato’s comments. He stated that he would like to see this
displayed visually.
Ms. Hai also expressed concern with accessibility to the site.
The Board took a three-minute recess.
7. Review and Approve Parking Enforcement in Lexington Center
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Ms. Hai explained that this is a continuation of the discussion from the December 5 meeting on parking
enforcement in the Center. The Center Committee since voted unanimously to recommend that the Town
return to parking enforcement as was in place pre-pandemic as of February 1, 2023 (when new permits
are issued). Sean Dugan should put information out through all the normal channels and, during the week
before, electronic sign boards will be posted at entrances to the Center indicating when Parking
Enforcement will begin.
Ms. Barry suggested that the Parking Management Group go door-to-door to explain this to businesses
located in the Center.
In response to a question from Mr. Sandeen about how many total vehicles are typically parked in the
center, Police Chief Michael McLean noted that, as of last week 1,365 Senior Parking passes have been
issued, with an average of 15 vehicles with Senior Parking passes parked in the center per day. Spots are
being turned over and enforcement is being done to make sure there is equal access available.
Mr. Lucente agreed with additional outreach to Center businessowners regarding this item, along with the
Town’s parking program in general.
VOTE: Upon a motion duly made and seconded, by roll call, the Select Board voted 5-0 to re-establish
parking enforcement as it was previously enforced prior to the COVID pandemic, in the Center area as of
2-1-23.
DOCUMENTS: Parking Map, Parking Memo - Chief of Police
8. Review and Approve Sidewalk Rentals to Restaurants in Lexington Center
Ms. Hai explained that this is a continuation of the discussion from December 5, 2022, regarding the fees
charged to establishments that use public sidewalks for outdoor dining. Mr. Malloy attended the
Lexington Center Committee meeting and the group voted unanimously to recommend establishing new
rates and performance standards.
Ms. Hai stated that she appreciates the balance proposed of benefiting community members by giving
them place to gather, while also furthering efforts to boost the businesses in Town, by giving them
expansion opportunity, and significantly lowering their fees.
Mr. Pato stated that he believes the fees proposed are low enough not to create any inhibitors for the
robust use of sidewalks by businesses. He has one concern regarding the fee proposed for the parklet, as
this did not originally belong to any business; it was a parklet for the community. He requested that this
item be removed from the vote, as he does not want to dedicate the parklet to any businesses in particular.
Mr. Lucente noted that there has been a lot of interest from businesses to use the parklet. Mr. Sandeen
agreed with Mr. Pato’s concerns about charging fees for the parklet that has historically been open to the
public. He would like to see more parklets. He suggested that if multiple businesses are requesting a
parklet, that he would consider a fee for the businesses requesting access to a parklet. This will need to be
discussed further.
VOTE: Upon a motion duly made and seconded, by roll call, the Select Board voted 5-0 to set a fee for
rental of public sidewalks for outdoor dining in the Center at the following rates:
Up to 10 outdoor seats on public sidewalks $100 per year
Over 10 seats on public sidewalks $250 per year
9. Review and Approve Ad Hoc Transportation Committee Charge
Bridger McGaw, 9 Mariam Street and Precinct 6 Town Meeting Member, asked if it will be free to ride
the shuttle buses, while the study group reviews how fares impact utilizations and how revenue generated
would be impacted through fares. Ms. Hai stated that this would not be a purview of this Committee. Mr.
McGaw agreed. He stated that this decision should be made prior to formation of this Committee.
VOTE: Upon a motion duly made and seconded, by roll call, the Select Board voted 5-0 to create an Ad
Hoc Transportation Committee to study Lexpress as per the attached Committee Charge and to report
back to the Select Board prior to December 31, 2023.
DOCUMENTS: Revised Ad Hoc Transportation Committee Charge
ADJOURN
VOTE: Upon a motion duly made and seconded, by roll call, the Select Board voted 5-0 to adjourn the
meeting at 8:53pm.
A true record; Attest:
Kristan Patenaude
Recording Secretary