HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-03-06 SB Packet - Released SELECT BOARD MEETING
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Select Board Meeting Room, 1625 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA 02420- Hybrid Participation*
6:30 PM
AGENDA
CONSENT AGENDA
1. Approve Bedford Street and Hancock Street Road Closures Request- Lexington
Minute Men& Lexington Historical Society for Patriots' Day Event
• Arrival of Paul Revere and William Dawes at Hancock-Clarke House
Reenactment
2. Application: Battle Green Permit- Town Celebrations Committee, Battle Green, 0
Massachusetts Avenue
• Patriots' Day 2024 Ceremonies & Road Closure for Morning Parade on
Massachusetts Avenue
• Road Closure for Afternoon Parade on Massachusetts Avenue
3. Applications: Battle Green Permits - Lexington Minute Men, Battle Green, 0
Massachusetts Avenue
• Rehearsal for Civilian Evacuation
• Dress Rehearsal for the Battle of Lexington Reenactment
• Annual Reenactment of Lexington Minute Men Regrouping Before Parker's
Revenge Skirmish& Road Closure for Marching on Massachusetts Avenue
• Battle of Lexington Reenactment& Road Closure for Marching on
Massachusetts Avenue
4. Approve Communications Advisory Committee's Request for Authorization to
Negotiate Cable Television Renewal License With Verizon New England Inc.
5. Application: One-Day Liquor License- Lexington-Waltham Lodge of Elks #2204,
959 Waltham Street
• Breast Cancer Fundraiser
6. Approve Parade and Massachusetts Avenue Road Closure Request- Lexington
Little League
• Annual Little League Parade
7. Approve and Sign Water and Sewer Finals and Adjustments
8. Approve Lowering the Battle Green Flag in Honor of David Williams
9. Application: Battle Green Permit- Lions Club of Lexington, Inc., Battle Green, 0
Massachusetts Avenue
• 110th Annual Patriots' Day 5-Mile Road Race& Road Closure for Portion
of Road Race on Massachusetts Avenue
ITEMS FOR INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION
1. Select Board Work Session- Presentation: Community Chairette on Lexington 6:35pm
Center Revitalization Report
2. Select Board Work Session- Discuss Lexington Human Rights Committee 7:05pm
(LHRC) and Complaints
• Complaint About Member's Actions
• LHRC Incident Response Process
• Discussion on How to Proceed
3. Select Board Work Session- 2024 Annual Town Meeting 8:05pm
• Presentation-ATM 2024 Article 41: Massachusetts Bay Transportation
Authority
• Review Draft Select Board Report to Town Meeting
• Select Board Article Discussion and Positions
4. Approve 2024 Compost Site Rates 8:15pm
5. Select Board Work Session-Approve Expenditure of Funds for Gift of Cash 8:25pm
Received for 250th Anniversary of the Battle of Lexington Monument
6. Approve Increase to Outdoor Dining Permit Fee 8:35pm
ADJOURN
1. Anticipated Adjournment 8:40pm
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AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
LEXINGTON SELECT BOARD MEETING
AGENDA ITEM TITLE:
Approve Bedford Street and Hancock Street Road Closures Request - Lexington Minute Men
& Lexington Historical Society for Patriots' Day Event
PRESENTER: ITEM
NUMBER:
Joe Pato, Select Board Chair
C.1
SUMMARY:
Category:Decision-Making
The Lexington Minute Men and the Lexington Historical Society are requesting that Bedford Street from
Massachusetts Avenue to Hancock Street and Hancock Street to Adams Street be closed to all but resident
emergency traffic from 10:00pm on Sunday,April 14, 2024 to no later than 12:30am on Monday,April 15,
2024 for the reenactment of the arrival of Paul Revere and William Dawes at the Hancock-Clarke House. This
is an annual event as part of Patriots' Day weekend. This event will not require the use of the Battle Green.
The Police Department, Department of Public Works, Town Manager's Office and Fire Department have no
objections to this request.
SUGGESTED MOTION:
To approve the Lexington Minute Men and the Lexington Historical Society's request for Bedford Street from
Massachusetts Avenue to Hancock Street and Hancock Street to Adams Street be closed to allbut resident
emergency traffic from 10:00pm on Sunday,April 14, 2024 to no later than 12:30am on Monday,April 15,
2024 for the reenactment of the arrival of Paul Revere and William Dawes at the Hancock-Clarke House.
Move to approve the consent.
FOLLOW-UP:
Select Board Office
DATE AND APPROXIMATE TIME ON AGENDA:
3/6/2024
ATTACHMENTS:
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On behalf of the Lexington Historical Society and the Lexington Minute Men,
request is respectfully made that appropriate steps be taken in order to close off portions
of Bedford Street and Hancock Street for our special program on April 14-15, 2024.
As we have done for many years, the Society and the Minute Men are preparing
to produce a reenactment of the arrival of Paul Revere and William Dawes at the
Hancock-Clarke House. The actual program is intended to begin at approximately 11:30
p.m. with interpreters and minutemen at the House awaiting news of the activity of the
Regulars in Boston. Paul Revere and then William Dawes will ride down Hancock Street
from the Buckman Tavern area and arrive at the Hancock-Clarke House where they will
converse with the occupants and then return to their staging area near Buckman.
In order to accomplish all of this and to ensure public safety, we request that
Bedford Street from Massachusetts Avenue to Hancock Street and Hancock Street to
Adams Street be closed to all but resident emergency traffic from 10:00 p.m. on Sunday,
April 14th to no later than 12:30 a.m. on Monday, April 15th.
For further information from either organization, you may contact Sue Rockwell
home phone
We are delighted to provide this annual gift to the town and are very proud of the
fact that it has become a welcome permanent addition to our normal Patriots' Day
weekend in Lexington. We appreciate your cooperation in that endeavor.
Very truly yours,
LEXING ON HISTORICAL SOCIETY THE LEXINGTON MINUTE MEN
By By
Anne Lee, President James J. Lee, Captain Comffianding
P.O. Box 514 - Lexington, MA 02420 - 781.862-1703
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AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
LEXINGTON SELECT BOARD MEETING
AGENDA ITEM TITLE:
Application: Battle Green Permit - Town Celebrations Committee, Battle Green, 0
Massachusetts Avenue
PRESENTER: ITEM
NUMBER:
Joe Pato, Select Board Chair
C.2
SUMMARY:
Category:Decision-Making
Town Celebrations Committee:
The Town Celebrations Committee requests Select Board approval for the closure of Massachusetts Avenue from
the driveway at Cary Memorial Building west to Bedford Street, Bedford Street to Harrington Road and midway
down Harrington Road to the Battle Green to allbut emergency traffic for the Patriots' Day morning parade on
Monday,April 15, 2024 as outlined in the attached letter dated January 31, 2024. They are requesting the closure
of Massachusetts Avenue from approximately#409 (Lexington Toyota) westerly to Bedford Street, Bedford
Street to Harrington Road, Harrington Road to Worthen Road, and Worthen Road to the Town Pool parking lot
for the afternoon parade. This is an annual request.
The Town Celebrations Committee has also requested permission to use the Battle Green on Monday, April
15, 2024 from 8:00am to 9:00am for the purpose of holding Patriots' Day-related ceremonies following the
morning parade.
The Police Department, Department of Public Works, Town Manager's Office and the Fire Department have
no objections to this request.
SUGGESTED MOTION:
To approve the Town Celebrations Committee request for road closures as described in the attached letter
dated January 31, 2024 to all but emergency traffic for the Patriots' Day morning and afternoon parades as well
as the use of the Battle Green for ceremonies following the morning parade on Monday, April 15, 2024 from
8:00am to 9:00am, and subject to working out all of the details with the Lexington Police Department,
Lexington Fire Department, Department of Public Works and Town Manager's Office.
Move to approve the consent.
FOLLOW-UP:
Select Board Office
DATE AND APPROXIMATE TIME ON AGENDA:
3/6/2024
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The Select Board
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Re: Request to hold the traditional Parades and outdoor Battle Green Ceremonies on Patriots'
Day, April 15, 2024
Dear Select Board Members:
At its Jan 10, 2024 regular meeting, the Town Celebrations Committee voted unanimously to hold
the traditional Parades and Outdoor Ceremonies this coming Patriots' Day, April 15th. We request
your approval to plan to this outline. Specifically:
* Morning Parade:
- Use of Cary Memorial Building driveway to line up for the morning parade at 7:OOam for
parade kick-off at 7:30am.
- Use of Massachusetts Avenue from the driveway at Cary Memorial Building west to Bedford
Street, Bedford Street to Harrington Road and midway down Harrington Road to the Battle
Green.
* Ceremonies on the Battle Green:
- Use of a small podium, reviewing stand, microphone, and speaker system from 8:00 am to
9:00 am (approximately).
* Afternoon Parade:
- Permission to block off the Town Pool parking lot by 2:OOpm on Worthen Road to provide
parking and enable ease of loading for vehicles associated with the parade, in particular for
trailers associated with the equine units.
- Use of Massachusetts Avenue at 2:OOpm to 4:OOpm from approximately#409 (Lexington
Toyota)westerly to Bedford Street, Bedford Street to Harrington Road, Harrington Road to
Worthen Road, and Worthen Road to the Town Pool parking lot. Also, the parking lot of the
Lexington High School for the PM parade line-up and disassembling.
The Town Celebrations Committee is scheduling a meeting with the appropriate Town agencies
and other organizations significant to the Patriots' Day activities to work out all the details.
Respectfully submitted,
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Glen Bassett/Geetha Padaki, Co-Chairs
AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
LEXINGTON SELECT BOARD MEETING
AGENDA ITEM TITLE:
Applications: Battle Green Permits - Lexington Minute Men, Battle Green, 0 Massachusetts
Avenue
PRESENTER: ITEM
NUMBER:
Joe Pato, Select Board Chair
C.3
SUMMARY:
Category:Decision-Making
Lexington Minute Men:
The Lexington Minute Men are requesting the use of the Battle Green for their participation in Patriots' Day
events on the following dates and times as outlined in the attached letter dated February 2, 2024:
• Saturday, March 30, 2024 for a dress rehearsal of the Civilian Evacuation Event from 1:30pm to 3:00pm
• Saturday,April 6, 2024 for a dress rehearsal of the Battle of Lexington Reenactment from 9:00am to
4:00pm(Rain Date: Sunday,April 7, 2024 from 9:00am to 4:00pm)
• Saturday,April 13, 2024 for the annual reenactment of regrouping of the Lexington Minute Men and
march to Lincoln for Parker's Revenge skirmish from 9:00am to 10:30am(the event will last
approximately 30 minutes on the Green followed by a march on Massachusetts Avenue to Fiske Hill at
Old Massachusetts Avenue- a road closure is requested for the marching portion on this event)
• Monday,April 15, 2024 for the annual reenactment of the Battle of Lexington from 1:00am to 1:00pm
(Rain Date: Saturday,April 20, 2024 from 1:00am to 1:00pm)
The Police Department, Department of Public Works, and Fire Department have no objections to these
requests.
SUGGESTED MOTION:
To approve the Lexington Minute Men requests for the use of the Battle Green for Patriots' Day events as
detailed in the attached request letter dated February 2, 2024 as follows:
• Saturday, March 30, 2024 for a dress rehearsal of the Civilian Evacuation Event from 1:30pm to 3:00pm
• Saturday,April 6, 2024 for a dress rehearsal of the Battle of Lexington Reenactment from 9:00am to
4:00pin(Rain Date: Sunday,April 7, 2024 from 9:00am to 4:00pm)
• Saturday,April 13, 2024 for the annual reenactment of regrouping of the Lexington Minute Men and
march to Lincoln for Parker's Revenge skinnish from 9:00am to 10:30am(the event will last
approximately 30 minutes on the Green followed by a march on Massachusetts Avenue to Fiske Hill at
Old Massachusetts Avenue- a road closure is requested for the marching portion on this event)
• Monday,April 15, 2024 for the annual reenactment of the Battle of Lexington from 1:00am to 1:00pm
(Rain Date: Saturday,April 20, 2024 from 1:00ain to 1:00pm)
Move to approve the consent.
FOLLOW-UP:
Select Board Office
DATE AND APPROXIMATE TIME ON AGENDA:
3/6/2024
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Re: LMM Spring 2024 Use of Battle Green
To the Honorable Board:
The Lexington Minute Men Company respectfully requests the use of the Battle Green
for the following dates and purposes:
Saturday March 30, 1:30- 3pm. Rehearsal of the Civilian Evacuation Event
which is part of the Patriots' Day activities. Please seem the Patriots' Day event timeline below for
details.
- Saturday April 6, 9am -4pm. Dress Rehearsal for the Battle of Lexington
Reenactment. There will be no musket firing on the Green during this rehearsal, though please note
that one musket will be fired from Buckman Tavern (as is customary) to initiate the action.
Sunday, April 7, 9am -4pm. Provisional "rain date" for the April 6 rehearsal.
Saturday, April 13, 9am - 10:30am. Annual reenactment of the Lexington
Minute Men regrouping and marching to Lincoln for the Parker's Revenge skirmish. Proceedings on
the Green last approximately 30 minutes, followed by a march up Mass. Ave. to Fiske Hill at Old Mass.
Ave. Please note that the Company requests a police escort at 9:45am from the Green up Mass. Ave.
to Fiske Hill, as part of the Parker's Revenge March. The Company wishes to register its continuing
thanks for this annual service by the Police Department.
"Standyourground—Don't fire unless fired upon; But if they mean to have a warLet it begin
here."
April19, 1775— Captain Parker
Board of Selectmen -2- Feb. 2, 2023
Monday, April 15 (Patriots' Day), lam - 1pm. Annual Reenactment of the Battle
of Lexington. Held nearly every year since 1971, the Reenactment includes musket firing on the
Green during the Battle, after a single shot from Buckman Tavern initiates the action. See below for
timeline.
3-4:30am—4 to 6 men patrol the Common and Buckman Tavern grounds
5:05-5:15am—Small company of minutemen drill on the Common
5:15-5:30am—Civilian Evacuation —Civilians to be staged at the Lexington Visitors
Center and near the Common and will exit across Harrington Road.
5:30am —Capt. Parker sends Thaddeus Bowman down Mass Ave to scout for British
Regulars.
5:55am —Thaddeus Bowman returns to warn of the British Regulars approach.
6:OOam — British Regulars arrive and the battle ensues.
- Saturday, April 20, lam - 1pm. Provisional "rain date" for the April 15
Reenactment.
We will be in contact with the Police Department, Fire Department, Department of Public
Works, Town Celebrations Committee, and Visitors' Center to coordinate the Reenactment and other
events with them.
We are grateful for the strong support always offered by the Selectmen and hope that this
request will be granted. It is always an honor and a pleasure to be of service, continuing to keep alive
the traditions of Lexington and the memory of the town's first casualties in the War for
Independence.
On behalf of CPT James J. Lee III, our unit's 77th and present commander, I do remain
Yours in Liberty,
2LT Dan Gipson, Adjutant
Lexington Minute Men
"Stand yourground—Don't fire unless fired upon; but if they mean to have a war Let it 6egin
here."
Apri(19, 1775— Captain Parker
AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
LEXINGTON SELECT BOARD MEETING
AGENDA ITEM TITLE:
Approve Communications Advisory Committee's Request for Authorization to Negotiate
Cable Television Renewal License With Verizon New England Inc.
PRESENTER: ITEM
NUMBER:
Joe Pato, Select Board Chair
C.4
SUMMARY:
Category:Decision-Making
Verizon's cable television renewal license expires in October 2026 and Verizon notified the Town in October
2023 that they wished to renew their license. The Town is required to begin negotiations within six months of
Verizon's notification(April 2024). Attached please find a letter from the Cable Advisory Committee asking
for permission to begin negotiations.
SUGGESTED MOTION:
Move that the Communications Advisory Committee be authorized to conduct the process of negotiating a
Renewal Cable Television License with Verizon New England, Inc.
FOLLOW-UP:
DATE AND APPROXIMATE TIME ON AGENDA:
3/6/2024
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
CACiequest Rickup Matoial
Communications Advisory Committee
Request for a Select Board Motion re:
Renewal of the Cable Television License of
Verizon New England
February 2024
The Select Board is the issuing authority for Cable Television Licenses in the Town
of Lexington.Verizon's current Cable Television Renewal License with the Town
expires on October 29, 2026*. By federal and state law and regulation, negotiations
for a renewal license may start between 36 and 30 months prior to the expiration
date. Verizon notified the Town on October 30, 2023 that they wish to renew their
license. The Town must begin preparation for negotiations within six months of
Verizon's notification—i.e., by April 30, 2024.
By its committee charge,the Communications Advisory Committee ("CAC")
"advise[s] the [Select Board] on all aspects of wired and wireless communication
and data services to and within the Town," and specifically, "when stipulated by the
[Select Board], represent[s] the Town in negotiations and during contractual/
license relationships with providers of those services." In keeping with this charge,
the CAC is prepared to conduct the Verizon license renewal process on behalf of the
Town, as it has done with past Cable Television License renewals—most recently,
Comcast in 2024,Verizon in 2021-2022, and RCN in 2019.
Accordingly, the CAC requests that the Select Board pass a motion substantially
similar to the following:
"Moved,that the Communications Advisory Committee be authorized to
conduct the process of negotiating a Renewal Cable Television License with
Verizon New England, Inc."
The following information is provided in support of this request.
*Verizon's current renewal license is for a five-year term.This is a departure from typical industry
practice,with cable operators typically requesting ten-year renewal terms,the maximum allowed.
We expect Verizon will again request a five-year renewal term.
Request for Motion Authorizing License Negotiations with Verizon February 2024
Page 2
Regulatory requirements and our plan
Federal and state laws and regulations (the "Rules") specify a two-phase "Formal
Process" for Cable Television License renewal. This Formal Process is designed to
protect both parties' rights and to help ensure a renewal license is executed before
the current license expires. However,the Rules also encourage the parties to a
license renewal to engage in informal discussion and negotiation,which can often be
less cumbersome and take less time and effort to reach a successful conclusion.
To protect the Town's rights according to the Rules, and because Verizon has
formally notified the Town of its intent to renew its Cable Television License,the
CAC will initiate the Town's side of the Formal Process while concurrently engaging
with Verizon in informal discussion and negotiation.
The process
The Board's direction to the CAC will mark the initiation of the first phase of the
Formal Process,Ascertainment. This phase encompasses:
- Reviewing the cable operator's performance under the current license, and,
- Determining the cable-related needs and interests of the community.
The CAC has found in the past that a good way to do this is to:
1. Request input from the Town Manager and the Superintendent of Schools, to
determine if there are any changes in the Town's and Schools' needs for cable
television services, and
2. Solicit written comments and hold a public hearing or meeting, to enable
residents to comment on the operator's performance under the current
license and to suggest changes and improvements.
The Rules require that Ascertainment be completed no later than six months prior
to the expiration of the license—Le., April 2026. However,this would be a tight
schedule leaving little time for Verizon and the Town to come to agreement on the
terms of the Renewal License. To maximize the time available for actual license
negotiations, the CAC intends to begin Ascertainment activities this coming fall,
following completion of the Comcast license renewal effort that is currently
underway.
If informal discussions result in agreement on the terms of a Renewal License, all
that remains is for the Board to approve the proposed new terms, conduct a public
hearing regarding the new license terms (as required by the Rules), and then,
together with Verizon, execute the license.
Request for Motion Authorizing License Negotiations with Verizon February 2024
Page 3
However, if the parties are not able to agree on terms of a renewal license through
informal discussion, completion of Ascertainment marks the beginning of Phase 2 of
the formal process, Negotiation. During the Negotiation phase,the CAC would ask
the Town Manager to issue a formal Request for Proposal (RFP) to Verizon. Verizon
would then have 30 or 45 days to respond with a license proposal, and the Town
would have a period of four months for negotiation, after which the CAC would
bring its recommendations to the Board.
Regardless of whether a renewal license is agreed upon via informal discussions or
via the formal process, a public hearing must be held on the new terms, as noted
above. Following this hearing,the Board must decide whether or not to grant the
renewal license. If the renewal license is granted,the Board and the operator will
execute the final document. If the Board decides not to renew,however,the
operator may initiate legal proceedings against the Town. It is therefore important
that the Town meet the milestones of the formal process spelled out in the Rules,to
protect its rights under the law and to avoid any appearance of fault.
Time frame
As noted above,the CAC plans to begin activities of the Ascertainment process this
fall. Although the Rules require that Ascertainment be completed six months prior
to expiration of the current license (April 2026), we prefer to allow substantially
more time for informal discussion,while still leaving adequate time for any formal
RFP/proposal/negotiation process, which can take five months or more.
On the other hand,we do not want to execute a Renewal License too early. With
two-and-a-half-years until expiration of the current license, much can happen in the
technical and regulatory environments. By delaying formal completion of
Ascertainment to the summer or fall of 2025 (12 to 15 months prior to expiration),
we can ensure any RFP incorporates our latest understanding of the direction of the
cable industry,while allowing sufficient time to negotiate final language and execute
the renewal license before the current license expires.
Respectfully submitted,
/signed/
Kenneth T. Pogran
Chair, Communications Advisory Committee
AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
LEXINGTON SELECT BOARD MEETING
AGENDA ITEM TITLE:
Application: One-Day Liquor License - Lexington-Waltham Lodge of Elks #2204, 959
Waltham Street
PRESENTER: ITEM
NUMBER:
Joe Pato, Select Board Chair
C.5
SUMMARY:
Category:Decision-Making
Lexington-Waltham Lodge of Elks #2204:
The Lexington-Waltham Lodge of Elks 42204 is requesting a One-Day Liquor License to serve beer in the rear
parking lot of the Lodge of Elks, 959 Waltham Street, for the purpose of a Breast Cancer Fundraiser on
Sunday,April 21, 2024 from 1:00pm to 6:00pm. All drinks will be served and consumed in the rear parking lot
of the Lodge of Elks.
SUGGESTED MOTION:
To approve a One-Day Liquor License for the Lexington-Waltham Lodge of Elks #2204 to serve beer in the
rear parking lot of the Lodge of Elks, 959 Waltham Street, for the purpose of a Breast Cancer Fundraiser on
Sunday,April 21, 2024 from 1:00pm to 6:00pm.
Move to approve the consent.
FOLLOW-UP:
Select Board Office
DATE AND APPROXIMATE TIME ON AGENDA:
3/6/2024
AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
LEXINGTON SELECT BOARD MEETING
AGENDA ITEM TITLE:
Approve Parade and Massachusetts Avenue Road Closure Request - Lexington Little League
PRESENTER: ITEM
NUMBER:
Joe Pato, Select Board Chair
C.6
SUMMARY:
Category:Decision-Making
The Lexington Little League is requesting approval for the Annual Little League Parade and road closures for
the parade route. They are requesting that Massachusetts Avenue from Muzzey Field to Muzzey Street and
then Muzzey Street to Lexington High School be closed to all but resident emergency traffic from 8:30am on
Saturday,April 27, 2024 to no later than 11:00am for the the Annual Little League Parade Opening Day. Parade
participants will gather at 8:30am at Muzzey Field and step off at 9:00am. The parade will end at the LHS
Football Field for their ceremony as outlined in their attached letter dated February 8, 2024.
The Police Department, Recreation Department, Department of Public Works, Fire Department, Town
Manager's Office and Engineering Department have reviewed this request and have no objections. Police will
provide an escort during the parade. Fire will provide a fire engine to lead the parade, if needed. Engineering
stated that construction will be cleaned up for the weekends.
SUGGESTED MOTION:
To approve the Lexington Little League request for the Annual Little League Parade and the road closures
request for Massachusetts Avenue from Muzzey Field to Muzzey Street and then Muzzey Street to Lexington
High School be closed to allbut resident emergency traffic from 8:30am on Saturday, April27, 2024 to no later
than 11:00am for the Annual Little League Parade as outlined in their letter dated February 8, 2024, subject to
working out the details with Town Departments.
Move to approve the consent.
FOLLOW-UP:
Select Board Office
DATE AND APPROXIMATE TIME ON AGENDA:
3/6/2024
ATTACHMENTS:
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February 8, 2024
Jill Hai
Chairperson, Select Board
Town of Lexington
Town Office Building
Lexington, MA 02420
Dear Ms. Hai,
The Lexington Recreation Department and Lexington Little League are in the early stages of planning for
the Annual Little League Parade to kick off the 2024 Little League season. The anticipated date is
Saturday, April 27, 2024 gathering at 8:30am at Muzzey Field and starting walking the parade route at
9:00 am.
As in years past, the route will follow Massachusetts Ave. through the town center, turn left on Muzzey
Street. As we did last year, we would like for the parade to end at the LHS football field rather than the
Fitzgerald Field/Little League Center#4 ball field off Park Drive.The football field lends us much more
space and the stands provide seating for players and families during the open ceremony.This also helps
us maintain the field conditions at C4,where we plan to have opening day games following the parade.
We have included the request for use of the LHS football field on this date as part of our field request
submission to the Recreation Department. We are also going to be working again with the Recreation
and Community Programs Department to use the concession stand at the field. We used it last year to
sell snacks to the parade attendees and keep it open for the games that immediately followed. It was a
big hit and a great way to keep families around to stay and watch the games.
We are still in the early stages of planning the events at the field. In previous years we had Wally from
the Boston Red Sox and an opportunity to take team pictures with the actual World Series Championship
trophy. We will also again invite the LHS Baseball and Softball teams, most of whom are former Little
Leaguers,to come and cheer on their young counterparts.
The rally concludes at 11:OOam and we plan on having baseball and softball games immediately follow at
C2 and C4.
We will of course abide by all requirements as set forth by Federal, State, and Local bodies including the
Lexington Board of Health. Given the time it takes to organize this event we are submitting our request
for approval early to allow time for proper planning and execution.
We would greatly appreciate approval from the Select Board to hold these activities as described above.
Furthermore,we would be honored if you and/or any other Board members would join us in the parade
and opening ceremony.
Thank you for your time and consideration. If you have any questions or concerns feel free to contact me
at anytime.
Respectfully,
Mike Finkenzeller
President, Lexington Little League
CC: Melissa Battie, Director of Recreation and Community Programs
Peter Coleman, Assistant Director of Recreation
Cathy Severance, Office Manager/Special Events Coordinator—Town Manager's Office
Stacey Prizio, Department Assistant Office of the Select Board
AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
LEXINGTON SELECT BOARD MEETING
AGENDA ITEM TITLE:
Approve and Sign Water and Sewer Finals and Adjustments
PRESENTER: ITEM
NUMBER:
Joe Pato, Select Board Chair
C.7
SUMMARY:
Category:Decision-Making
The Water and Sewer Division is requesting that the Select Board approve and sign the following Water and
Sewer Finals:
Water and Sewer January 2024 Finals $3,066.40
The Water and Sewer Division is also asking that the Select Board approve and sign the Water and Sewer
Adjustments as recommended by the Water and Sewer Abatement Board (W SAB) on February 8, 2024 in the
amount of$46,865.32.
SUGGESTED MOTION:
To approve and sign the attached Water and Sewer Finals for January 2024.
To approve and sign the attached Water and Sewer Adjustments as recommended by the Water and Sewer
Abatement Board on February 8, 2024 in the amount of$46,865.32.
Move to approve the consent.
FOLLOW-UP:
Treasurer/Collector
DATE AND APPROXIMATE TIME ON AGENDA:
3/6/2024
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
Department of Public Works
55�N Town of Lexington
t i Water and Sewer Enterprise Funds
FISCAL YEAR 2024
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FINALS GRAND
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JANUARY 2024
WATER $ 2,346.38 $2,346.38
SEWER $ 720.02 $720.02
TOTAL: $3,066.40 $3,066.40
To the Collector of Revenue for the Town of Lexington:
You are hereby authorized and required to levy and collect of the persons named
in the list of water/sewer charges herewith committed to you and each one of his/her
respective portion herein set down of the sum total of such list. Said sum being:
Ifiree thousandsixty six 40/100
And pay the same into the treasury of the Town of Lexington
and to exercise the powers conferred by law in regard thereto.
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS SELECT BOARD MARCH 6, 2024
Treasurer/Collector, Director of Public Works, Water/Sewer Billing
FY 2024
ADJUSTMENTS TO WATER/SEWER
AS RECOMMENDED BY THE WATER AND SEWER ABATEMENT BOARD
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It is the recommendation of the Water and Sewer Abatement Board that the Town Collector be authorized to waive interest that has accrued on the
bills included herein,Unless stated here otherwise,from the due date of the bill until 30 calendar days after the dote of written notification to
applicant of the Selectmen's action,
THE SUM SET AGAINST THEABOVE ACCOUNTS IS HEREBY ADJUSTED,
WATER SEWER TOTAL
$ (11,123,78) $ (35,741.54) $ (46,865.32)
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AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
LEXINGTON SELECT BOARD MEETING
AGENDA ITEM TITLE:
Approve Lowering the Battle Green Flag in Honor of David Williams
PRESENTER: ITEM
NUMBER:
Joe Pato, Select Board Chair
C.8
SUMMARY:
Category:Decision-Making
The Select Board is being asked to approve the lowering of the Battle Green flag on Friday, March 8, 2024, or
a date set by the Select Board Chair, to honor the memory of David Williams, who passed away recently. Mr.
Williams was a longtime member of the Lexington community and was heavily involved in Town boards and
committees, in Town Meeting as a former Town Meeting Member and was a dedicated Trustee for the
Trustees of Public Trusts. He worked diligently to raise money for various trust and scholarships funds and
did so with a strong passion for conservation, education and the arts.
SUGGESTED MOTION:
To approve the lowering of the Battle Green flag on Friday, March 8, 2024, or a date set by the Select Board
Chair, to honor the memory of David Williams.
Move to approve the consent.
FOLLOW-UP:
Select Board Office
DATE AND APPROXIMATE TIME ON AGENDA:
3/6/2024
AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
LEXINGTON SELECT BOARD MEETING
AGENDA ITEM TITLE:
Application: Battle Green Permit - Lions Club of Lexington, Inc., Battle Green, 0
Massachusetts Avenue
PRESENTER: ITEM
NUMBER:
Joe Pato, Select Board Chair
C.9
SUMMARY:
Category:Decision-Making
Lions Club of Lexington, Inc.:
The Lions Club of Lexington, Inc. requests permission to hold the IIOth Annual Patriots' Day 5-Mile Road
Race on Monday,April 15, 2024 with an awards ceremony on the Battle Green at the conclusion of the road
race from approximately 10:15am to 10:30am. They are requesting use of the Battle Green from 10:15am to
11:15am, where the road race will start and end. They are requesting that Massachusetts Avenue from the Battle
Green to Marrett Road to Lincoln Street and back to the Battle Green be closed to all but resident emergency
traffic from 9:OOam to approximately 10:15am for the road race.
The Police Department, Department of Public Works and Fire Department have no objections to this request.
SUGGESTED MOTION:
To approve the request of the Lions Club of Lexington, Inc. to hold the 110th Annual Patriots' Day 5-Mile
Road Race on Monday, April 15, 2024 from 10:15am to 11:15am with an awards ceremony on the Battle
Green at approximately 10:15am to 10:30am and to approve the road closure request for Massachusetts Avenue
from the Battle Green to Marrett Road to Lincoln Street and back to the Battle Green be closed to all but resident
emergency traffic from 9:OOam to approximately 10:15am for the road race, subject to working out all of the
details with the Lexington Police Department, Lexington Fire Department, Department of Public Works and
Town Manager's Office.
Move to approve the consent.
FOLLOW-UP:
Select Board Office
DATE AND APPROXIMATE TIME ON AGENDA:
3/6/2024
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
D I.Jons Club ofiLinington In.c.I.Iattk.,0-con Use&Road Closure Request Matekial
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THE LIONS CLUB OF LEXINGTON, INC.
P.O. Box 71 Lexington, Massachusetts, 02420
NAI° "Birthplace of American Liberty"
www.lexingtonlions.org
February 8, 2024
Town of Lexington
Select Board
1625 Massachusetts Ave.
Lexington, MA 02420
Dear Board Members;
The Lexington Lions Club will be sponsoring the 110"Annual Patriots Day 5-
Mile Road Race on Monday, April 15, 2024 We are requesting the use of the Battle
Green for the awards ceremony at the conclusion of the Road Race. The awards
ceremony begins at approximately 10:15AM and will last approximately 15 minutes.
Thanks for your consideration of this request. If you have any uestions lease
contact me at 17 Vine Brook Rd, Lexington, MA 02421; Cell Phone:
Very truly yours,
Douglas M. Lucente
Treasurer and Road Race Co-Chair
See attached.
Road Race Route & Details
cc: Town Manager
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• Monday,April 15,2024
• Race Starts at 9:00am(By Lexington Minutemen firing muskets)NEW TIME
• Adjacent to the Battlegreen,Lexington,MA
• (1900 Mass Ave,Lexington,MA—for mapping purposes)
Registration:
Please Visit the"HOW TO ENTER"Registration Page at www.lexingtonlions.org
Race Packets:
Runners who have pre-registered may pick-up their race packets on race day at registration beginning at 8:00am
Team Registration:
Teams must have a minimum of 4 Runners.
Timing Chip:
Your timing chip is included in your race packet and must be placed on the top of your shoe and securely weaved/tied
through your shoelaces.In order to receive an official time for the race you must be wearing the chip as you cross both
the Start and Finish lines.
Age Group Awards & Other Trophies:
• Currier Cup*- 1st Place Overall Finisher
• Team Competition- 1st Place Team
• Sgt Norman Carlson Award- 1 st Lexingtonian
• Age 12&Under- 1 st&2nd Place Male,1 st&2nd Place Female
• Age 13—19- 1 st&2nd Place Male, 1 st&2nd Place Female
• Age 20—29- 1 st&2nd Place Male, 1 st&2nd Place Female
• Age 30—39- 1 st&2nd Place Male, l st&2nd Place Female
• Age 40—49- 1 st&2nd Place Male, l st&2nd Place Female
• Age 50—59- 1 st&2nd Place Male, l st&2nd Place Female
• Age 60&Up- l st&2nd Place Male, I st&2nd Place Female
*Currier Cup Trophy
The Currier Cup is a Special Silver Cup that is presented to the first place finisher of the race by the family of the first
Place finisher of the First Patriots Day Road Race in 1914 Ralph"Curlie"Currier.
Fees:
Mail-in and On-Line Pre-registration is$25.
Day of Race registration is$35.
Water Stops:
There are 4 water stops along the race route.Close to each mile marker.
Refreshments:
Refreshments and fruit are served at the end of the race.
AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
LEXINGTON SELECT BOARD MEETING
AGENDA ITEM TITLE:
Select Board Work Session- Presentation: Community Charrette on Lexington Center
Revitalization Report
PRESENTER: ITEM
NUMBER:
Dr. John Mullin; Dr. Zenia Kotval
I.1
SUMMARY:
Category: Informing
*Public comments will not be taken for this item as it is a work session topic.
In November, the Town held a community planning charrette to obtain input on what the community envisioned
for an active, successful town center. Dr. John Mullin and Dr. Zenia Kotval coordinated the charrette and will
be presenting the attached final report. The Select Board has made this a major goal to work on over the next
two years, to be led by Select Board Member Doug Lucente.
SUGGESTED MOTION:
FOLLOW-UP:
DATE AND APPROXIMATE TIME ON AGENDA:
3/6/2024 6:35pm
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LEXINGTON SELECT BOARD MEETING
AGENDA ITEM TITLE:
Select Board Work Session- Discuss Lexington Human Rights Committee (LHRC) and
Complaints
PRESENTER: ITEM
NUMBER:
Board Discussion
I.2
SUMMARY:
Category: Brainstorming
*Public comments will not be taken for this item as it is a worksession topic.
Over the past several weeks, the Board received a number of messages regarding the social media posts shared by
a member of the Human Rights Committee (HRC). At the 2/26 meeting of the Board, these concerns were
reiterated during the public comment section of the Board's meeting.
In parallel in mid-January, the Human Rights Committee received a formal complaint about these actions and
the chair of that committee engaged their process of creating an incident response team and evaluating the
complaint.
The Select Board is committed to making Lexington a welcoming, inclusive, and safe community for everyone,
treating all people fairly and fully embracing the unique contributions of all Lexington residents. We reject all
forms of intolerance and bigotry including acts of antisemitism, racism, Islamophobia, homophobia, or other
forms of hostility, intimidation, or harassment.
At tonight's meeting, the Board will:
1. Hear the status of the incident response activity from the chairs of the Human Rights Committee.
2. Discuss how to proceed in response to the incident response status report and assign follow-up actions.
3. Discuss the role of the Human Rights Committee and how it is perceived.
4. Discuss the recommendations for professional facilitation.
Some correspondents have shared concerns about bringing human rights complaints to the HRC. While the
HRC has a function to report civil rights violations to appropriate government agencies, they are not a
commission, and they are not tasked in their charge with investigating these violations. Individuals who do not
want to report violations through the HRC may direct their concerns to the Massachusetts Commission
Against Discrnnination<https://www.mass.gov/orgs/massachusetts-commission-against-discrnnination>, the
Town's Chief Equity Officer(hshah@,lexingtonma.gov) or to the Lexington Police Department.
SUGGESTED MOTION:
FOLLOW-UP:
DATE AND APPROXIMATE TIME ON AGENDA:
3/6/2024 7:05pm
ATTACHMENTS:
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Status Report on LHRC Complaint
Received Regarding a Member's Social
Media Posts
To: Lexington Select Board
From: LHRC Chairs
Date: 3/03/2024
Opening Statement
We, the current Chairs of the Lexington Human Rights Committee (LHRC), want to
acknowledge several things ahead of this report. First, we wish to state unambiguously our
commitment to the core values of freedom from bigotry, hatred, intolerance, disrespect, and
destructive conflict in our community. We also respect and recognize both our diversity and our
commonalities within this community. And, we believe in the practice of engagement through
respectful, civil, public discourse and debate.
Additionally, as reviewers of this complaint, we recognize our limitations in fully appreciating the
depth of anguish experienced within our Jewish, Israeli, Arab, and Muslim identifying
communities as we are outsiders to these lived experiences. As such, we recognize the
increased responsibility we have for our own continued education and relationship-building to
resist the forces that dehumanize these and all other marginalized identities.
Report - Background information
On January 16, 2024, a formal complaint was submitted to the Lexington Human Rights
Committee (LHRC), alleging antisemitic posts by a member of the LHRC. In the complaint, the
individual (reporter) claimed their religious/ethnic rights were violated and asked for the removal
of the LHRC member. Also, when we met with this individual, they raised an additional concern
about the ability of the LHRC to effectively serve all members of the community when there was
a member who did not appear to model the committee's stated values of:
* freedom l om jd,-jotry,, hatred, intolerance, disrespect, and destructive conflict arriong its
citizens.
Respect,,,,and recognizes both our diversity ity and our coanmona lities.
Engages ages Jn rep=:; ee;tful, civil, public discourse and debate,.
The reporter provided screenshots of the social media posts.
The Lexington Human Rights Committee Chair and Vice Chair have received additional emails
from community members stating similar concerns regarding identical Facebook posts. These
were not formally sent through the LHRC complaint portal and, therefore, did not trigger a
separate review process. While earlier concerns were made starting in October, efforts were
already underway to address this through researching approaches for calling in and dialogue for
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healing. Additionally, the Select Board informed us that they were also receiving emails about
this issue. We understand that there continues to be growing concern and a sense of urgency
by some members of the public looking for a resolution. The process we have been following is
described below.
Process of review by LHRC Chair and Vice Chair
The LHRC is charged' with helping other organizations and Town departments address conflict
through consultation and mediation with the parties involved and reporting civil rights violations
to appropriate government agencies. To that end, the committee (LHRC) has created a process
for reviewing complaints lodged formally through the complaint portal on its website. When a
formal complaint is lodged, the standard process for addressing these incidents is described in
a document on the LHRC website, "How We Handle Com taints."
• The Chair of the LHRC determines if the complaint is a civil rights issue. At this point, no
other committee members are notified.
• If there is a civil rights issue, the Chair creates an incident response team (IRT) by
assigning two LHRC members to review the complaint, gather the facts of the incident,
and determine the next steps.
• At no point are other LHRC members informed about these complaints unless the
complainant and all parties involved wish to publicly share this information at the
completion of the review process. This is not a process where the committee deliberates
or discusses the complaint together.
Because the complaint from Jan 16, 2024, directly involved a committee member, it was
determined (in consultation with the Select Board Liaison and Chair) that the LHRC Chair
and Vice-Chair should form the IRT. Prior to initiating a review process, we consulted the
Town Counsel about holding an executive session of the committee, to enable LHRC
members to discuss this issue in private and were advised this was not possible. We also
discussed a desired outcome of a resolution that brought a sense of repair and healing to
the community2, with emphasis on having a professionally facilitated dialogue including all
parties.
The following steps were taken to respond to the complaint. The complainant will be referred to
as the `reporter', and the LHRC committee member who is the focus of the complaint shall be
referred to as the subject of the complaint (SoC).
• An initial meeting was held by the IRT and Select Board Liaison with the SoC. At our
invitation, they were accompanied by supporting friends. We relayed that a formal
complaint had been submitted about this committee member's social media content and
that a review process had begun. Our goal was to gain a better understanding of their
(SoC) perspective and intentions. All parties in the meeting agreed on a desire for
community healing through dialogue and believed that it was important for the Lexington
community to not be polarized by differing views of the Israel-Gaza War. It was agreed that
the IRT and SoC would reconvene a week later to discuss next steps.
• The second meeting was held with the IRT, Select Board liaison, SoC, and a supporting
friend. The SoC said they wished to stay on the committee. They agreed to prepare a
statement for the LHRC meeting on Wednesday, February 14, 2024. This also provided an
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opportunity for the remaining LHRC members to be formally made aware of the complaint
and review of their colleague.
• The IRT and Select Board liaison also met with the reporter to listen to their concerns and
the remedies that they were seeking. The reporter expressed serious concern for the
conduct of the SoC, and they also shared that they had strong reservations about the
legitimacy of the LHRC given the apparent lack of action and acknowledgment of the
perceived misconduct of the SoC. The reporter believed the posts were divisive and
harmful in nature and therefore, not consistent with LHRC's stated goals and values.
Other Actions from the Incident Response Team (IRT)
• Met and are continuing to meet with leaders of the Jewish and interfaith community.
• Reached out to the Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC), the Bard Center for the
Study of Hate, and The Council of American-Islamic Relations Massachusetts (CAIRMA)
• Exploring options for creating a dialogue.3,a,5
What We Learned
1. Members of the Jewish and Israeli communities have shared their belief that these posts
are harmful and offensive to their community. They questioned whether the SoC and the
LHRC would be capable of defending community members' human rights in a fair and
objective manner, given the bias they perceived in the content.
2. The SoC noted that their posts were not intended to be disparaging of the Jewish
community or faith but rather a commentary on state and government actions.
3. The SoC and others shared that the Muslim community feels pressured to be silent
instead of expressing their perspective of support for innocent people in Gaza and
Palestine.
4. Some members of the Muslim community feel that a show of support for the Palestinian
people is often misinterpreted as hatred towards Israeli or Jewish people when that is
not the intention.
5. Some in the Jewish community observed a sense that the Israel-Gaza War gave an
excuse to be antisemitic, whether directly or in coded language.
6. Some in the Muslim community shared that the conflict has also led to a rise in
Islamophobia.
7. Some in the Jewish community feel that their pain is frequently disregarded for political
expediency, and often they are framed as oppressors in DEI frameworks instead of
finding support and solidarity with other marginalized groups.
Findings
1. The social media posts were made on a personal account. The posts did not mention the
LHRC or claim to represent the views of the LHRC.
2. The SoC did not dispute that these were their posts.
3. The IRT found the posts have made it difficult for individuals on the LHRC and in our
community to feel comfortable working with the SoC and, by extension the LHRC as a
whole.
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4. The IRT found that some of these posts did conflict with the values of the LHRC and
they communicated this concern on multiple occasions to the SoC.
5. The SoC continues to post content on their social media platforms that appear to
suggest they are refusing to pause and consider a differing perspective which is an
important aspect of the work of LHRC members.
6. Removal of a member of the LHRC is outside the scope of the committee, per the LHRC
charge. This action can only be undertaken by the Select Board.
7. Freedom of Speech and Expression is protected by the First Amendment. This includes
perceived hate speech.
Recommendations
A. The IRT recommends creating a process to address situations that arise if a Town
committee member's conduct/character is called into question. This process should
protect the dignity and privacy of the people involved.
B. The IRT suggests that a standardized norm or policy on social media postings and public
comments by members of all Town committees be considered. We also recommend a
task force be created to explore this work.
C. There is a need for community healing. The IRT recommends a professionally facilitated
dialogue to address the Israel-Gaza War and how we can come together to support one
another as a community with respect and dignity.
D. The IRT recommends that a separate professionally facilitated dialogue between
members of the public who are impacted be held before taking into consideration the
ability of the SoC to remain on the LHRC.6
E. The IRT recommends the Town support additional and continuing programming to
combat antisemitism, Islamophobia, and all forms of hate.
F. The IRT recommends that the LHRC build a diverse and multicultural collective to
address `hate' across all identities in response to a common theme of`hate incidents'
leading to a sense of the targeted community bearing the pain in isolation.'
G. There is no formal training for LHRC members on conducting a complaint review. We
recommend supporting the LHRC by providing access to training that builds their skills
and knowledge of civil and human rights and conflict resolution.
H. The IRT reaffirms its commitment to its core values: freedom from bigotry, hatred,
intolerance, disrespect, and destructive conflict, respecting and recognizing both our
diversity and our commonalities, and the importance of engaging in respectful, civil,
public discourse and debate. The IRT also reaffirms that antisemitism, Islamophobia,
and doxxing are never acceptable. And the IRT recommends the LHRC also reaffirm
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AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
LEXINGTON SELECT BOARD MEETING
AGENDA ITEM TITLE:
Select Board Work Session- 2024 Annual Town Meeting
PRESENTER: ITEM
NUMBER:
Kunal Botla, Transportation Advisory
Committee; Board Discussion I.3
SUMMARY:
Category: Informing
*Public comments will not he taken for this item as it is a work session topic.
2024 Annual Town Meeting
Kunal Botla, Transportation Advisory Committee Member, will update the the Select Board on Article 41:
Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority.
The Select Board will review and discuss the draft Select Board Report to Town Meeting.
The Select Board will discuss articles and take positions for 2024 Annual Town Meeting.
SUGGESTED MOTION:
FOLLOW-UP:
DATE AND APPROXIMATE TIME ON AGENDA:
3/6/2024 8:05pm
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Town of Lexington
Motion
2024 Annual Town Meeting
ARTICLE 41 MASSACHUSETTS BAY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY
That Town Meeting does and hereby resolves as follows:
WHEREAS, Lexington is a community within the Massachusetts Bay Transportation
Authority (MBTA) service area; and
WHEREAS, the residents and community of Lexington, Massachusetts depend on
consistent and reliable public transportation from the MBTA for the well-being and
economic prosperity of our community; and
WHEREAS, on January 10, 1977, the last train ran on the Lexington Branch from
Lexington to North Station; and
WHEREAS, in June 1967, route 67 was extended from Arlington Center to Alewife
station and all service in Lexington was discontinued; and
WHEREAS, in June 1998, route 62 and 76 Saturday service were merged into one
route; and
WHEREAS, on March 17, 2020, in response to the global COVID-19 pandemic, bus
services on routes 62, 76, and 62/76 were reduced, along with various other MBTA
services; and
WHEREAS, the bus service on routes 62, 76, and 62/76 has not been restored to pre-
pandemic levels; and
WHEREAS, despite challenges faced by Lexington commuters and student pass
holders due to poor service, service remains reduced on 62, 76, and 62/76 buses; and
WHEREAS, routes 62, 76, and 62/76 have Saturday frequency of over 60 minutes
and no Sunday service; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Lexington was the first in the Commonwealth, pursuant to the
Multi-Family Zoning Requirement for MBTA Communities (Section 3A of M.G.L. c. 40A),
to
Town of Lexington
Motion
2024 Annual Town Meeting
successful amended, zoning regulations to increase the number of transit-friendly residential
units; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Lexington has been recognized for its recent zoning amendments; and
WHEREAS, the Town ofLexington relies on MBTAservice as a crucialpublic transportation
resource; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Lexington is not unique in being adversely impacted by MBTAservice
cuts and disruptions; and
WHEREAS, the MBTA plays a pivotal role in achieving town and state sustainability goals;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Meeting of Lexington, Massachusetts,
calls upon the Governor and General Court to take immediate and decisive action to address the
issues plaguing MBTA services in our community and across the Commonwealth; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Meeting urges the Commonwealth to allocate
suff¢ient funding and resources to enhance the infrastructure, maintenance, and overall
reliability of MBTA services in Lexington and across the Commonwealth; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Meeting encourages the General Court to
collaborate with local stakeholders, including residents, businesses, and the MBTA, to develop
and implement effective solutions to improve public transportation services; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town of Lexington requests services to provide frequent,
reliable service along Massachusetts Avenue with convenient connections to the Red Line
through enhanced service by expanding hours, frequency, and coverage of existing routes; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town of Lexington requests MBTA service be improved within
the timeframe by which resident occupancy of new construction permitted by the zoning overlay districts
adopted in accordance with the Multi-Family Zoning Requirement for MBTA Communities is anticipated
so that the residents can depend on MBTA service.
Acopy of this resolution shallbe sent to the Governor, the Lieutenant Governor, members of the
General Court representing the Town of Lexington, the MBTABoard of Directors, the MBTA
General Manager, and the Secretary of Transportation.
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Motion
2024 Annual Town Meeting
ARTICLE 18 RESCIND PRIOR BORROWING AUTHORIZATIONS
MOTION: That the unused borrowing authorities as set forth below be and are hereby rescinded:
Town Amount to be
Meeting Article Project Description Rescinded
Land Acquisition Bond
1999 ATM 34 (Conservation) $3,000,000
(03/04/2024)
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Town of Lexington
PROPOSED CONSENT AGENDA
2024 Annual Town Meeting
ARTICLE 6 Appropriate for Senior Services Program
ARTICLE 10 APPROPRIATE THE FY2024 COMMUNITY PRESERVATION COMMITTEE
OPERATING BUDGET AND CPA PROJECTS
b) Archives and Record Management-$20,000
j) Projected Debt Service-$1,788,900
k) Administrative Budget-$150,000
ARTICLE 11 APPROPRIATE FOR RECREATION CAPITAL
ARTICLE 12 APPROPRIATE FOR MUNICIPAL CAPITAL
a) Transportation Mitigation
c) Ambulance Replacement;
d) Equipment Replacement;
e) Sidewalk Improvements;
f) Hydrant Replacement;
g) Townwide signalization
h) Stormwater Management Program;
k) Network Core Equipment Replacement;
1) Municipal Technology Improvement Program
m) Network Redundancy&Improvement Plan;
n) Network Technology Improvements
o) Scanning-Electronic Document Management;
q) Street Improvements
ARTICLE 13 APPROPRIATE FOR WATER SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS
ARTICLE 14 APPROPRIATE FOR WASTEWATER SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS
ARTICLE 15 APPROPRIATE FOR SCHOOL CAPITAL PROJECTS AND EQUIPMENT
ARTICLE 16 APPROPRIATE FOR PUBLIC FACILITIES CAPITAL PROJECTS
a) Public Facilities Bid Documents;
b) Public Facilities Interior Finishes;
c) School Paving and Sidewalks;
d Public Facilities Mechanical/Electrical/Plumbing Replacements;
ARTICLE 17 APPROPRIATE TO POST EMPLOYMENT INSURANCE LIABILITY FUND
ARTICLE 20 APPROPRIATE FOR PRIOR YEARS' UNPAID BILLS (IP)
ARTICLE 21 AMEND FY2024 OPERATING, ENTERPRISE AND CPA BUDGETS
ARTICLE 22 APPROPRIATE FOR AUTHORIZED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS (IP)
ARTICLE 28 SELECT BOARD TO ACCEPT EASEMENTS
ARTICLE 30 PROHIBITION OF SINGLE USE FOOD CONTAINERS (Citizen Petition) (IP)
ARTICLE 44 AMEND GENERAL BYLAWS—CHAPTER 100 PUBLIC WAYS AND PLACES
Citizen Petition IP
ARTICLE 53 AMEND ZONING MAP - 507 BEDFORD STREET (Owner Petition) (Refer to PB)
ARTICLE 54 AMEND ZONING MAP - 509 BEDFORD STREET (Owner Petition) (Refer to PB)
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SELECT BOARD
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SELECT BOARD REPORT TO THE
2024 ANNUAL TOWN MEETING
MARCH 18, 2024
Select Board:
Joseph N Pato, Chair; Suzanne E. Barry, Vice-Chair; Douglas M. Lucente;
Jill I. Hai; Mark D. Sandeen;
Kim Katzenback, Executive Clerk
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Table of Contents
Message from the Select Board Page
Select Board Goals Page
Budget and Finance Planning Page
Lexington High School Project Page
American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Page
Social Racial Equity Initiatives Page
Municipal & School Building Projects Page
Update on Recent Home Rule Petitions Page
2025: The 250th Anniversary of the Battle of Lexington Page
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March 2024
.Message frotn. the Select Board.
The Select Board has prepared this written report to Annual Town Meeting 2024 under Article 2.
This report contains an update to Town Meeting on issues and topics the Board felt would be of
interest to Town Meeting Members. This year we have --- insert outline of content.
Include a context setting overview of how some key issues relate to each other (e.g., LHS
Project and current articles in the ATM as well as items to come to Town Meeting in the
near future (Article 97 land swaps)).
Should you have any questions or comments regarding this report, the Board encourages you to
get in touch with any member of the Board. Select Board meetings are generally held Monday
evenings at 6:30pm in the Select Board meeting room of the Town Office building, and via zoom.
Board members' office hours as well as the Select Board meeting packets are posted at
https://www.lexingtonma.gov/755/Select-Board. We can be reached via email (below) or by
calling the Select Board Office (781-698-4580) to schedule a phone conversation or meeting.
• Joe Pato, Chair:.jpato@lexingtonma.gov
• Suzie Barry, Vice-Chair: sbarry@lexingtonma.gov
• Jill Hai: Thai@lexin tog nma.gov
• Doug Lucente: dlucente@lexin tog nma.gov
• Mark Sandeen: msandeen@lexin tog nma.gov
Respectfully submitted,
Lexington Select Board
Joseph N. Pato, Chair
Suzanne E. Barry, Vice Chair
Douglas M. Lucente
Jill I. Hai, Chair
Mark D. Sandeen
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Select Board. Goals
During the fall of 2023,the Select Board engaged Jon Wortmann to interview staff and Town Committees
to gather input for the upcoming two-year goal set. The Select Board met on October 11, 2023 to review
these aspirations and identified the Board's top priorities. Each goal was assigned to one member of the
Board with a second member volunteering on some to assist as needed. During November and
December Board members worked with Mr. Wortmann to identify measurable actions against those
goals.
All goals will be continually reevaluated under core shared principles including:
• Our commitment to fostering a diverse,inclusive,and equitable community that
thrives on the principles of respect, dignity, and fairness.We recognize that diversity
enriches our community,brings together unique perspectives, and strengthens our
ability to effectively serve our residents.
This includes our ambition to:
o Increase and broaden diverse participation in our professional ranks and civic activities
o Welcome all people in Lexington
o Consider health in all decisions
o Provide recreation facilities for all
o Honoring our rich historic traditions and taking pride in Lex250th celebration events
o Diversifying the commercial tax base to reduce financial burdens on residents
allowing more to remain and lower the barriers for new residents to call Lexington
home.
o Our commitment to being a sustainable and resilient community for all where we
strive to:
■ Reduce greenhouse gas emissions,
■ Create cleaner indoor and outdoor environments,and
■ Ensure all members of our community have access to the tools they need to
■ Be resilient in a changing climate.
Goal #1: Enhance community vibrancy by increasing diversity of housing stock in size,
accessibility, and price (primary:Jill Hai assistant: Mark Sandeen)
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Goal #2: Recognize and minimize issues around construction preserving quality of life
(primary: Joe Pato, assistant: Mark Sandeen)
Update:
■ Proposed revisions to the noise by-law to remove ambiguities about construction
techniques and the need for mitigation plans for consideration as Article 29 at the
Annual Town Meeting 2024.
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■ Revised Noise Advisory Committee charge and began process to reconstitute the
committee. When formed, the committee will be tasked to create a process for revising
the noise by-law to establish noise limits appropriate to location or activity and clarify
enforcement to be completed no later than Annual Town Meeting 2025.
■ The Tree Committee has brought 3 articles to Annual Town Meeting 2024 (34,35, and
36) providing additional protections for trees related to construction activities.
Goal #3: Create a more vibrant downtown (primary: Doug Lucente, assistant:Jill Hai)
Update:
■ Prioritizing Initiatives: The Select Board anticipates the final report and
recommendations from consultants on March 6th,stemming from the community
workshops held in Fall 2023 titled "Lexington Center: The Journey Forward." These
insights will be instrumental in refining and prioritizing our downtown revitalization
efforts.
■ Diversifying Alcohol Uses: Progress is underway to allow more varied alcohol-related
experiences. Proposed bylaw amendments to allow Craft Beverage Establishments are
encapsulated in ATM Article 49,pending a favorable decision from the Town
Meeting. Subsequent actions will involve the Select Board re-evaluating our alcohol
policies to support this diversification.
■ Streamlining Business Signage: Enhancements to the sign bylaw, aimed at simplifying
signage processes for businesses, are detailed in ATM Article 47. These changes await
final adjustments by the Planning Board and a positive vote at the Town Meeting,
marking a significant step towards a business-friendly downtown.
■ Tourist-Focused Social Media Initiatives: In alignment with our goal to enhance
downtown vibrancy, the Semiquincentennial Commission has partnered with a
communications firm. This collaboration focuses on leveraging social media
campaigns designed to attract tourists, especially during the 250th-anniversary
celebrations,further enriching our downtown's appeal.
These initiatives collectively represent our commitment to transforming Lexington's downtown into a
more engaging, accessible, and vibrant community hub.
Goal #4: Improve communication efficiency in Board meetings and with staff
(primary:Joe Pato, assistant: Suzie Barry)
Update:
■ Working with staff to revise procedures for requesting an item on the Select Board
agenda. Guidelines for submission materials include logistical information,requested
action, as well common areas of concern that Board Members will want to see
addressed. Completion expected by end of Spring 2024.
■ Exploring how to integrate the above procedures with new agenda management
software that will replace the now obsolete Novus Agenda package.
Goal #5: Transition to 100%renewable energy
(primary: Mark Sandeen)
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Update:
■ There are approximately 18 MW of solar energy systems currently installed in
Lexington.
■ There were 3.6 MW of new solar energy systems added in Lexington during 2023.
■ Approximately 55 million kWh of Lexington's commercial electricity usage is
currently provided from 100% renewable energy sources.
■ The Town of Lexington has established the HeatSmart Advisor program to provide
Lexington residents who express an interest in converting their HVAC systems to heat
pumps with the educational resources, advice and consultation to empower them to
make the transition with confidence. The program is now in its second year.
■ There are currently 1,505 electric vehicles (6.2%) and 2,692 hybrid vehicles (11.3%)
registered in Lexington versus 19,889 internal combustion vehicles (82.5%) according
to the Massachusetts DOT vehicle census as of January 1, 2024. There were 431
additional electric vehicles registered in Lexington in the last year. There were 358
additional hybrid vehicles registered in Lexington in the last year.
■ The Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources approved Lexington's
application to participate in the 10 Communities Demonstration Project with a start
date of March 21, 2024.
■ The first year of Building Energy Use Disclosure Data has been published on the
Town website. -https://www.lexingtonma.gov/1645/Building-Energy-Use-
Disclosure
■ Complete Net Zero Police Station- Construction is underway for the solar canopy
structure,which is expected to be completed by the Fall of 2024.
■ Establish Net Zero design standards for the new high school design-The School
Building Committee has established design standards with the high school design
team for a highly efficient,net-zero, all-electric high school.
■ Establish High Performance Building standards for existing municipal buildings -The
Select Board approved the High-Performance Buildings Policy on December 18,2023.
■ Complete Network Geothermal Feasibility Study -The Town of Lexington was
awarded a grant to complete this study and expects to issue a report by the end of
2024.
■ Develop the Getting to Zero Emissions Transportation Plan
■ Develop Town's Fleet Charging Infrastructure Plan-Initial discussions are
underway.
■ Curbside Composting for one third of Lexington residents -The Select Board has
approved the use of ARPA composting from 2,000 households
to 4,000 households or approximately one third of Lexington residents.
■ Become a Climate Leader funds to expand curbside Community
Goal #6: Advance age-in community initiatives for Lexington seniors
(primary: Doug Lucente)
Update:
While there has been no notable advancement on these initiatives by the Select Board at the local level, at
the state level,Governor Healey has filed the Municipal Empowerment Act,which introduces several
measures that could indirectly support Lexington's age-in-community initiatives. Key components
include:
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■ A new local-option means-tested property tax exemption for seniors,allowing cities
and towns to offer additional property tax exemptions to qualifying seniors based on
specific income and asset levels,residency duration, and homeownership.
■ Extension of the local option for personal exemptions to seniors,blind persons, and
others, allowing those whose domiciles are held in trusts or other arrangements to
qualify for exemptions.
■ Authorization for municipalities to increase existing senior property tax exemptions
beyond the current$500 limit.
These measures,if passed by the legislature,could provide a framework for Lexington to advance its
age-in-community initiatives, offering financial stability and support for seniors to maintain
independent living in their homes.
Goal #7: Raise community awareness and engagement with the high school project
(primary: Suzie Barry, assistant:Joe Pato)
Update:
■ Working with the School Building Committee to publish and inform the community
of community meeting information and updates on the Town website and in Link to
Lexington e-newsletter with clear reference to LHS Project website.
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The Select Board is committed to ensuring fiscal responsibility and sustainable growth through careful
budget and financial planning for FY2025,focusing on preserving the Aaa bond rating,avoiding operating
overrides, and planning for significant projects like the new Lexington High School. The FY2025 budget,
developed without a Proposition 21/2 Operating Override, supports the Board's vision for Lexington,
emphasizing staffing,environmental initiatives,capital improvements,and infrastructure maintenance to
achieve a balanced financial plan that aligns with community priorities.
Staffing-The budget incorporates staffing expansions to address the operational needs arising from new
town bylaws and to continue investments in environmental initiatives, such as electric vehicles and
enhancing our food waste and composting program. Specifically, it funds new roles such as an Assistant
Superintendent of Public Grounds and a part-time Code Enforcement Officer, in response to the
requirements of new tree and noise bylaws, as well as fire and mechanical inspectors due to the uptick in
development from zoning bylaw modifications. These additions reflect the town's commitment to
managing increased service demands while adhering to stricter regulations.
Capital Improvement and Infrastructure-The Capital Improvement Program is designed to make timely
investments in town assets, enhancing public services. The FY2025 Capital Budget includes funds for the
new Lexington High School and allocates $6.0 million for renovations at 173 Bedford Street. This
renovation is crucial for reorganizing town assets in light of the high school project and will make the
building suitable for the School Administration staff during the construction period. The work involves
installing an elevator,replacing the HVAC system, adding a sprinkler system, and reconfiguring interior
spaces. Additional updates will be required after the Lexington Police Department relocates,especially to
improve accessibility,fire protection,and new electric HVAC systems.
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Aaa Bond Rating-The Town of Lexington has maintained an Aaa credit rating,which is the highest credit
rating a municipality can receive. This rating, affirmed by Moody's Investors Service, reflects the town's
strong fiscal management, characterized by conservative budgeting, a sizeable and wealthy tax base,
healthy reserves and liquidity, and voter support for debt exclusions. Holding an Aaa rating allows the
town to borrow funds at the most favorable interest rates, providing significant financial advantages for
managing the town's debt and financing its projects.
Capital Stabilization Fund-The Capital Stabilization Fund (CSF) underwent a policy revision in Fall 2021
to allocate new levy growth from specified commercial and industrial development to the CSF,rather than
it becoming part of general revenue. This strategy aims to preserve levy capacity for managing sudden
increases in debt service for major capital projects, such as high school construction. For FY2025, the
budget maintains this approach,with$4,036,373 transferred to the CSF from the tax levy,consistent with
FY2024. This amount is expected to increase as new levy growth is calculated for FY2025, with an
additional transfer planned for the Fall 2024 Special Town Meeting. After this budget cycle, the CSF
balance will exceed$36.0 million. The CSF plays a crucial role in our fiscal strategy, setting aside new tax
levy growth for future capital projects. This foresighted approach allows us to build reserves for
forthcoming capital endeavors, particularly the renovation or reconstruction of Lexington High School.
Our commitment to this fund has not only provided tax relief to citizens by alleviating debt service
excluded from Proposition 21/2 but also prepares us for significant capital projects ahead.
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As we approach the conclusion of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding period,we are pleased
to present an update on the allocation and utilization of ARPA funds in our community. The Town of
Lexington was allocated a total of $9,903,381 in ARPA funds, aimed at addressing the impacts of the
COVID-19 pandemic and fostering recovery across critical sectors.
As of February 5, 2024, the Select Board has approved spending totaling$9,110,345. The funds have been
allocated to the following initiative areas:
• Economic Stimulus &Resiliency: The largest portion, approximately 37% of the funds,was
earmarked to support our local economy,including bolstering the cultural sector, aiding small
businesses,enhancing community events,updating digital platforms, improving public spaces,
and fostering bikeway mobility and engagement.
• Public Health& Safety: With 26% of the funding,this area focused on bolstering the town's
health department and public safety measures in response to the pandemic.
• Housing: 16% of the funds were allocated to address housing needs, ensuring support for those
affected by the pandemic in securing stable housing.
• Pandemic Response: 13% of the funds were directly used for pandemic-related expenditures,
including testing,vaccination programs, and other immediate health needs.
• PIRs (Program Improvement Requests): 6% of the funds have been utilized for enhancing the
Food Waste Program, acquiring a new electric vehicle for the Health Department, and
formulating an ADA Town Building Self Evaluation and Transition Plan.
• Food Insecurity: A smaller,yet crucial 2% of the funds addressed food insecurity, ensuring that
residents affected by the pandemic have access to necessary resources.
The Participatory Budgeting (PB) process implemented in the previous year, which actively engaged our
citizens in the decision-making process, leading to impactful community projects. However, given the
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stipulation that all ARPA funds must be committed by December 31, 2024, the continuation of the PB
process will not be feasible this calendar year.Further,it is important to note that,despite concerted efforts,
the initiative to establish a Dog Park will not proceed due to the inability to identify a suitable location
within the time frames for ARPA spending. We extend our gratitude to all residents who participated in
the PB process, contributing valuable insights and demonstrating the strength of our community's
collective vision.
With an available balance of$899,974, the Select Board is dedicated to navigate the final phase of ARPA
fund allocation and utilization,the Select Board remains committed to ensuring that these resources are
deployed in a manner that maximizes benefits for our community, adhering to the guiding principles of
transparency, equity, and strategic impact.
Lexington High. c:hool l roj ct
During 2023 the Lexington High School Building Committee (SBC) was involved in the steps outlined by
the MSBA in Module 2 Forming the team. This phase of the project is where the Owner's Project Manager
(OPM) and the Design team are selected. The OPM selection process concluded in May with the selection
of Dore + Whittier. The SBC then worked with the MSBA's Designer Selection Panel and ultimately
selected SMMA as the preferred Designer for the project in October 2023.
The feasibility phase,MSBA Module 3,began in earnest in November 2023 and will continue through End
of May 2024. In this phase a minimum of three options must be identified. At least one option for repair
only, renovation, and new construction must be identified. The project team has begun to seek feedback
from the multiple town groups, committees, boards, and departments through focus group discussions
which are intended to be implemented in a 3-step approach, meeting 1 - Listen to feedback from
stakeholders. Meeting 2, the design team will report back what they heard and clarify with the
stakeholders. Meeting 3 will be to have these focus groups make a recommendation on elements and
attributes of the project that the SBC should consider.
Detailed information about the project is publicly available at: https://Ihsproject.lexingtonma.org The
current expected timeline for the LHS Project are illustrated below - with the next major funding action
by Town Meeting expected to occur at a Special Town Meeting near the end of 2025 followed by a town-
wide debt exclusion vote. Occupancy in the new or renovated facility is expected at the end of this decade
or early in the next.
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Social Radal Equity Initiatives
The Select Board recognizes that social and racial injustice has deep roots.The Board has made a proactive
and ongoing commitment to engage in comprehensive and ongoing community conversations to better
understand community needs and to consider diversity, equity, and inclusion in policies and plans, all
with the goal of making Lexington a truly equitable community for all.
The Select Board has adopted Diversity, Equity&Inclusion as one of its goals,including a commitment to
develop and implement a comprehensive racial equity plan, consider racial and other equity impacts in
all decisions and planning processes, and incorporate the goals of Town Meeting's systemic racism
resolution in each department's goals and objectives.The Select Board recognizes that accomplishing these
goals will require a budgetary commitment to training and continuous improvement and has
recommended establishing a budget for accomplishing these goals.
The Chief Equity Officer (CEO) leads the Town in achieving these goals. The CEO is in the process of
updating job descriptions and expanding posting locations with the goal of encouraging a broader
applicant pool for Town staff positions. The CEO is also working with senior leadership to incorporate
more effective interviewing techniques with these goals in mind.
The CEO has initiated an internal equity audit in collaboration with an independent diversity,equity and
inclusion consulting organization.During this process 120 staff members participated in training sessions,
65 staff members participated in focus groups on racial identity, disability, management, women, and
LGBTQIA+ topics that were open to all staff. In addition,40% of town staff answered a survey on equity
issues.
The CEO has started a compensation study, in collaboration with an independent human resources
consultant, considering internal pay equity and to ensure that salary ranges and benefits remain
competitive for all staff.
The CEO, in collaboration with the Police Chief, held six Coffee and Conversation with the Chief events,
with a total of over 40 residents having an opportunity to discuss community concerns with the Police
Chief.
The CEO collaborated with the Sustainability&Resilience Officer to develop a framework used by senior
leadership to consider Sustainability and DEI in staff's day-to-day operational decisions and long-term
planning processes. This framework has been presented to the Select Board who encouraged a broad and
inclusive community-wide focus for these initiatives.
Update on .Munidpal and. School Building .1.3rojects
The Board continues to address the issues of maintaining and improving our municipal and school
building infrastructure.The following section includes the current status of Lexington's building projects.
The Lexington High School building project is covered in the Lexington High School section of this report.
Westview Cemetery Administration Building
Start Date:April 2022
Project Completion Date: August 2023
Project Budget:$4,330,000
Funding:ATM 2017-Article 12o /ATM 2020-Article 16k/ STM 2021-1 Article 7
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Design funding of $270,000 was approved at ATM 2017. Initial construction funding of $3,290,000 was
approved at ATM 2020 under Article 16k. Initial construction bids came in higher than the appropriated
amount. As a result, Town Meeting approved additional construction funding of$770,000 at STM 2021-1
under Article 7. Construction was completed and the building occupied in August 2023. During a
significant winter storm,a 100-foot pine tree fell on the building. Fortunately,no one was injured,however
the building did sustain minor damage. The roof has been temporarily patched and remains water tight.
The roof, insulation, decking, and drip edge will be replaced when temperatures are warmer. A solar
energy system will be installed in compliance with the Towri s net zero renewable energy policy goals.
Construction of the solar energy system is expected to be completed during the summer of 2024.
Lexington Police Station
Appropriation: $34,517,622
Status: Construction underway
Estimated Project Completion Date:Fall 2024
Funding:ATM 2018-Article 14/ STM 2021-1 Article 5a/STM 2022-1 Article 2/ ATM 2023 Article 16(i)
The new Police Station facility is being constructed in compliance with the Towri s Integrated Building
Design and Construction Policy and will be solar ready in furtherance of the Towri s net zero renewable
energy policy goals. The building design and construction includes all of the infrastructure necessary to
support onsite solar energy generation and energy storage systems designed to reduce the building's
energy consumption and peak demand charges,while improving the building's resilience in the event of
power outages, and enabling high speed electric vehicle charging for the Police Department's electric
vehicle fleet.
The solar energy canopy design went through an extensive public process to secure approval of a design
that is appropriate for the neighborhood and meets the requirements of the Historic Districts Commission.
The Historic Districts Commission issued a Certificate of Appropriateness in November 2023.
Construction of the footings for the canopy have begun. Solar canopy and energy storage system
construction is expected to be completed by the Fall of 2024 with a goal of having the solar canopy project
completed at the same time as the Police Station to maximize efficiencies with the site contractor.
Old Reservoir Bath House Renovation
Appropriation: $620,000
Funding:ATM 2019-Article 14g
Initial bids received by the Town exceeded the appropriation approved by Town Meeting. The
Department of Public Facilities and Recreation Department staff proposed design changes and
procurement alternatives to lower overall project costs. DPF went out to bid a second time and the bids
received were still well above the appropriation approved by Town Meeting. The Recreation Committee
is reviewing the current status and deliberating on next steps for this project.
Center Bathroom&Maintenance Building Renovation
Appropriation: $780,000
Project Completion Date: October 2024
Funding:ATM 2020-Article 16b / ATM 2021-Article 16g/ ATM 2022-Article 10e
2020 Annual Town Meeting approved$100,000 in design and engineering funds for the Center Bathroom
building renovation project. At the 2021 Annual Town Meeting,the Select Board recommended indefinite
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postponement of warrant article 16g requesting $915,000 in construction funding to a future Town
Meeting. 2022 ATM approved warrant article 10e requesting $680,000 in funding for this project. The
renovation of the Center Bathroom facility was completed October 2024.
U.Pdaleon-Recent .1.1'am.e .Rule Petitions
There are six home rule petition requests approved at recent Town Meetings that remain under
consideration by the legislature.No final action has been taken by the legislature on any of these petitions.
• STM 2020-2: Article 6 - Authorize Special Legislation Development Surcharge for Community
Housing (Citizen Petition)
Bill H.4314 (malegislature.gov) An Act authorizing a development surcharge for community
housing in the town of Lexington
Status: Reported favorably by the Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government.
Referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling, reported out for second
reading. Second reading on 7/31/2022 and ordered to a third reading. No further action by the
end of the legislative session.
Refiled in the 193rd (Current) session of the legislature as Bill HD.3088.
https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/HD3088
Status: House referred to committee on revenue 2/16/23,Senate concurred;Hearing 7/17/23
accepting written testimony only; House reporting date extended to 4/30/24 pending Senate
concurrence.
This may be mooted if Governor Healey's Affordable Homes Act is adopted, which includes a
provision for local adoption of real estate transfer fees. The Select Board and Housing Partnership
have each voted unanimous support for the Real Estate Transfer Fee local option. More
information and financial analysis can be found here:
https://www.mass.gov/info-details/the-affordable-homes-act-transfer-fee-
analysis#::text=The To 20Affordable%20Homes%20Act%o20includes,homeYo 20price%2C%o20whic
Never%20is%20greater
• ATM 2021: Article 26 - Petition General Court to Amend Legislation Regarding Permanent
Transportation Funding
Bill H.3892 (malegislature.gov) An Act authorizing the town of Lexington to establish transit
improvement districts
Status: Referred to Joint Committee on Transportation,reported favorably after study. No further
action by the end of the legislative session.
Refiled in the 193rd (Current) session of the legislature as Bill H3704.
https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/HD2481
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Status: House referred to the committee on Transportation 3/30/23, Senate concurred;Joint
hearing scheduled 1/10/24
• ATM 2021:Article 29-Clean Heat-Authorize Special Legislation to Regulate Fossil Fuel
Infrastructure and Adopt Bylaw Amendment Enabling Legislation
Bill H.3893 (malegislature.gov)An Act authorizing the town of Lexington to adopt and enforce
local regulations restricting new fossil fuel infrastructure in certain construction
Status: Referred to Joint Committee on Telecommunications,Utilities and Energy
No further action by the end of the legislative session.
The need for this home rule petition has been largely made moot by Chapter 179 of the Acts of 2022
authorizing a demonstration program for municipal regulation of fossil fuels in new construction.
Lexington received approval to become one of the Participating Communities in the Department
of Energy Resources (DOER) Demonstration Project. The acceptance did suggest certain updates
to Lexington's bylaw to comply with DOER's regulations and those revision are included in the
warrant for this Town Meeting as Article 38.
• ATM 2021:Article 36 -Authorize Special Legislation-Development Surcharge for Affordable
Housing (Citizen Petition)
Bill H.3891 (malegislature.gov) An Act to establish a surcharge on specific commercial
development activities for the purpose of funding the creation of community housing
Status: Passed by the House but did not reach a third reading in the Senate. No further action by
the end of the legislative session.
Refiled in the 193rd (Current) session of the legislature as Bill HD.3085.
https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/HD3085
Status: House referred to committee on revenue 2/16/23,Senate concurred;Joint hearing
scheduled for 7/25/23 written testimony only. Reporting deadline extended to 4/30/24.
• STM 2022-2:Article 3-Amend General Bylaw to Allow Remote Participation at Hybrid Town
Meetings
Bill H.4876 (malegislature.gov) An Act authorizing the town of Lexington to allow remote
participation at town meetings
Status: Reported favorably by the committee on Election Laws and the committee on House
Steering,Policy and Scheduling. Concluded a second reading and ordered for a third reading. No
further action by the end of the legislative session.
Refiled in the 193rd (Current) session of the legislature as Bill HD.118.
https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/HD118
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Status: House referred to committee on Election Laws 2/16/23, senate concurred;Joint hearing
scheduled 6/21/23;reporting deadline extended to 3/19/24.
• STM 2022-3:Article 14-LEXHAB Reorganization
Filed in the 193rd (Current) session of the legislature as Bill HD.119. An Act reorganizing the
Lexington Housing Assistance Board,Inc https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/HD119
Status:Filed as H3775 in the 193,d(Current) session of the Legislature. Transmitted to the Secretary
of State on 3/22/23 and returned to the House from the Secretary of State on 4/12/23. Referred to
the committee on housing on 4/13/23;joint hearing 6/26/23;reported favorably out of committee
and referred to House Steering, Policy and Scheduling on 10/18/23; House second reading and
ordered to third reading on 11/20/23;House third reading and passed to be engrossed on 12/7/23.
Senate read on 12/11/23;Senate second reading and ordered to third reading 1/18/24. Technical
suggestions by Senate counsel scheduled for discussion 3/12/24.
• STM 2023-1 Article 9 Rank Choice Voting for town wide offices
Filed as H.4223 in the 193,d (Current) session of the legislature.An Act Establishing Ranked Choice
Voting for Certain Offices in the Town of Lexington. Referred to House committee on Election
Laws 12/21/23,Senate concurred. House reporting date extended to 3/19/24.
025. '.rh.e 250th-Anniversary of the Battle of Lexington
The Semiquincentennial Commission (Lex250) continued their work on helping the Town of
Lexington plan events for the 250th Anniversary of the Battle of Lexington. The
Semiquincentennial Commission-Lex250 continues to meet at least twice a month and
accomplishments in the past year include: forming a collaborative partnership with the towns of
Arlington,Lincoln,Concord and Minuteman National Historic Park so as to coordinate schedules
and resources. This also included signing an Inter Municipal Agreement (IMA) among the four
town to share in services in relation to the planning of events. The collaborative 2501h towns met
quarterly in 2023 and now meet every other month in 2024. Working with the collaborative
towns, identified Saturday, April 19, 2025 as the day the majority of large events will take place
in Lexington. Selected and hired a public relations firm to handle publicity,crisis communication
and dedicated website build and management. Added five additional members to the
Semiquincentennial Commission-Lex250 with experience in fundraising, transportation
planning, publicity and security as we all as added a second Select Board Member. Attended the
America250 Press Conference in Boston for the 250th Anniversary of the Boston Tea Party and
also attended the quarterly meeting of REV250 the state level group coordinating events related
to the 2501h anniversary. Held a successful community meeting update and information gathering
session in late January 2024 at the Community Center.
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AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
LEXINGTON SELECT BOARD MEETING
AGENDA ITEM TITLE:
Approve 2024 Compost Site Rates
PRESENTER: ITEM
NUMBER:
Dave Pinsonneault, Director of Public
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SUMMARY:
Category:Decision-Making
Staff will present proposed compost site rates for the upcoming season.
SUGGESTED MOTION:
Move to approve the proposed compost site rates as presented.
FOLLOW-UP:
Staff will follow-up with all the groups that use the Compost Facility.
DATE AND APPROXIMATE TIME ON AGENDA:
3/6/2024 8:15pm
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LEXINGTON SELECT BOARD MEETING
AGENDA ITEM TITLE:
Select Board Work Session-Approve Expenditure of Funds for Gift of Cash Received for
250th Anniversary of the Battle of Lexington Monument
PRESENTER: ITEM
NUMBER:
Jim Malloy, Town Manager
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SUMMARY:
Category:Decision-Making
*Public comments will not be taken for this item as it is a work session topic.
Howard Wolk, who was raised in Lexington, has donated $250,000 to the Town for the purpose of developing
a monument to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the first battle of the American Revolution. The Select Board
has approved the site (the front portion of the Belfry property) and the Town Manager and Town Counsel
developed the attached Intent to Gift Agreement with Mr. Wolk. At this point in time, Mr. Wolk has made the
first payment and substantial progress is being made on selecting the artist and moving this project forward.
Prior to being able to use the funds, the Select Board approval is required to utilize the funds for the purpose
of the donation under MGL Ch. 44, §53A.
SUGGESTED MOTION:
Move to approve the use of the $250,000 donation from Howard Wolk for the purpose of establishing a
monument for the 250th anniversary of the first battle of the American Revolution.
FOLLOW-UP:
Town Manager's Office
DATE AND APPROXIMATE TIME ON AGENDA:
3/6/2024 8:25pm
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WTENT TO GIFT AGREEMENT
This Dornatiorn Agreement (this"Agreement")is made as ofthe19 day of Decernnber, 2023.
by and between Howard Wolk, a natural person having an address of 22 Pe➢hannn Road, Weston,
Massachusetts, 02493 (the "Donor"), and the Towrn of Lexington„ having an address of 1625
Massachusetts AvenYnne, Lexirngtorn, Massaclnrrsetts 02420 (the "'Town'), acting by and tluorrgh its
Town. Manager.
WHEREAS, the Town, through its Sernni uincentennial Commission, is currently planning
its celebration ol'the 250th anniversary ol'the Bathe of Lexington and wishes to build a monument
(the "Mornrunnernt") as Part of that celebratiorn;
WHEREAS, Donor has of'f'ered to donate $250,000 for the creation of,such a 111onurnnent;
WHEREAS, pursuant to M.G.L. c. 44, ti 53A, a department of any town may accept grants
or gifts oI' funds frornn an individual, and may expend such funds for their agreed-upon purpose
with the approval ol'the Select Board,
WHEREAS, Donor and the Town wish to enter into an agreement to rnroernorialize the
al'orernnentioned commitment of Donor;
NOW,THEREFORE, the parties hereto agree as l'ol:lows:
l. Donation. Pursuarnt to 1 ornor's offer to the Towrn to donate ' 2w50,000, Donor hereby
undertakes and cornnrnroits to donate such funds, to be used by the Town for the
cornnmissioning, design, and installation of a monument memorializing the 250"'
anniversary of the Battle of Lexington. The Select Board (the "Board") sha:ll.
promptly determine,in its reasonable discretion,il'it wishes to accept said donation
rrporn receipt.of Dornor's offer to donate the fiunds. if the Board elects to accept the
donation of the funds, Donor shall consummate mate the donation by depositing such.
funds with the Town Treasurer. As set forth in M.G.L. c.44, § :53A„ the funds shall
them be held as a separate account, and may be expended as a:f oresaid without
l'urther appropriation. Any interest on the grant funds may remain with and become
a part ol'the grant account and may be expended as part ol'the grant without further
appropriation. Donor waives any claim to ownership in or of the monument. The
parties acknowledge that the funds will be coming f'rornn a donor advised fund under
the direction of the Donor and thus must comply with any provisions related
thereto, not inconsistent with the terms of this Agreement.
2. Term.The terrnn of this Agreement is one (f) year frornn the date hereof', which terrn.
may be externded by rnnrrtrral cornsernt of the parties (the "Term"). If the doiiatioii is
not made or the'Town dynes not accept the donation prior to expiration of'the Term,
this Agreement shall be void and without el'f'ect.
3. Monument Selection. Donor agrees and acknowledges that the 'Town may select
the artist, design, and location ol'the monument built with the donated funds. The
Town agrees and acknowledges that Donor will serve on the Monument Selection.
Committee, and that Donor retairns the ability to veto the Towrn's selectiorn of am
artist or design, provided that such a veto is made in good faith and based upon a
reasonable objection. II'Donor wishes to veto such selection, he will do so within
seven days of the Towii's official selectioii of the desigii. If Donor invokes this veto
power, the Town shall have seven days to select an alternate design and artist.
Donor waives any claim to direct the design, construction or location of the
monument once the final design is selected and he has not vetoed it.
4. Monument Construction.
(a) The Monument must be completed and installed by April 1, 2025, but
Donor may extend this deadline at his discretion. Should the project not be
completed by said date, Donor reserves the right to stop payment at that
date.
(b) The Town shall reserve a portion ol'the total funds received pursuant to this
agreement to contract f'or a bronze plaque to be placed at the site of the
Monurnent containing(1) the artist's iiame, (2) the title of the work, and(3)
"Gill of Howard "Walk". Before installing this plaque, the Town shall
obtain the approval ol'the Donor,provided that il'the plaque is not approved
Donor's remedy shall be to waive the reoltuiremeiit for a pla(ILic and iio other
rernedy.
5 Payment Structure. Donor shall deposit $250,000 with the Town treasurer in the
l'ollowing installments:
I. $25,000 within ten (10) days ol'the selection of'senii-finalists.
1 $100,000 within ten (10) days ol'the execution ol'a contract or
agreement with selected artist
3. $100,000 within ten (10) days of'completion and installation of'the
work within the agreed time frarne
4, $25,000 within ten (10) days ol'the completion ol'any agreed-upon
l'ollow-up work related to the project or site
6. Miscellaneous.
(a) Donor represents and warrants to the Town that Donor is authorized to enter
into this Agreement and to donate the l'unds to the Town.
(b) The covenants and agreements herein contained shall bind and inure to the
bevel ol'the Town and Donor and their respective successors and assigns,
except as otherwise provided herein.
(c) This Agreement shall be governed and construed in accordance with the
laws ol'the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereunto set their hands and seals as
ol'the date first set l'orth above.
DONOR:
Howard Wolk.
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TOWN:
Town ofl-exington, acting by and through its
Town Mangyer
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Town Manager
1/31/24, 11:44 AM General Law-Part I,Title VII,Chapter 44,Section 53A
Part I ADMINISTRATION OF THE GOVERNMENT
Title VII CITIES, TOWNS AND DISTRICTS
Chapter 44 MUNICIPAL FINANCE
Section 53A GRANTS AND GIFTS; ACCEPTANCE AND EXPENDITURE
Section 53A. An officer or department of any city or town, or of any
regional school or other district, may accept grants or gifts of funds from
the federal government and from a charitable foundation, a private
corporation, or an individual, or from the commonwealth, a county or
municipality or an agency thereof, and in the case of any grant or gift
given for educational purposes may expend said funds for the purposes of
such grant or gift with the approval of the school committee, and in the
case of any other grant or gift may expend such funds for the purposes of
such grant or gift in cities having a Plan D or Plan E form of government
with the approval of the city manager and city council, in all other cities
with the approval of the mayor and city council, in towns with the
approval of the board of selectmen, and in districts with the approval of
the prudential committee, if any, otherwise the commissioners. In the case
of grants from the federal government or from the commonwealth, a
county or municipality or agency or instrumentality thereof, upon receipt
of an agreement from the grantor to provide advance payment or
reimbursement to the city, town or district, the officer or department may
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spend the amount of the advance payment, or the amount to be
reimbursed, for the purposes of the grant, subject to the approvals
required by this section. Any advance payment or reimbursement shall be
applied to finance the grant expenditures; provided, however, that any
expenditures outstanding at the close of the fiscal year after the fiscal
year in which the grantor approved the agreement shall be reported by the
auditor or accountant of the city, town or district, or other officer having
similar duties, or by the treasurer if there be no such officer, to the
assessors, who shall include the amount so reported in the determination
of the next annual tax rate, unless the city, town or district has otherwise
made provision therefor. Notwithstanding the provisions of section fifty-
three, any amounts so received by an officer or department of a city, town
or district shall be deposited with the treasurer of such city, town or
district and held as a separate account and may be expended as aforesaid
by such officer or department receiving the grant or gift without further
appropriation. If the express written terms or conditions of the grant
agreement so stipulate, interest on the grant funds may remain with and
become a part of the grant account and may be expended as part of the
grant by such officer or department receiving the grant or gift without
further appropriation. Any grant, subvention or subsidy for educational
purposes received by an officer or department of a city, town or school
district from the federal government may be expended by the school
committee of such city, town or district without including the purpose of
such expenditure in, or applying such amount to, the annual or any
supplemental budget or appropriation request of such committee;
provided, however, that this sentence shall not apply to amounts so
received to which section twenty-six C of chapter seventy-one of the
General Laws, and chapter six hundred and twenty-one of the acts of
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nineteen hundred and fifty-three, as amended, and chapter six hundred
and sixty-four of the acts of nineteen hundred and fifty-eight, as
amended, apply; and, provided further, that notwithstanding the foregoing
provision, this sentence shall apply to amounts so received as grants
under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965, (Public Law
89-10). After receipt of a written commitment from the federal
government approving a grant for educational purposes and in
anticipation of receipt of such funds from the federal government, the
treasurer, upon the request of the school committee, shall pay from the
General Fund of such municipality compensation for services rendered
and goods supplied to such federal grant programs, such payments to be
made no later than ten days after the rendition of such services or the
supplying of such goods; provided, however, that the provisions of such
federal grant would allow the treasurer to reimburse the General Fund for
the amounts so advanced.
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AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
LEXINGTON SELECT BOARD MEETING
AGENDA ITEM TITLE:
Approve Increase to Outdoor Dining Permit Fee
PRESENTER: ITEM
NUMBER:
Jim Malloy, Town Manager
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SUMMARY:
Category:Decision-Making
In December 2022, the Select Board discussed outdoor dining permit fees and where the Town stood relative
to other communities. The Town Manager undertook a review of fees charged by Cambridge, Somerville,
Needham, Arlington, Waltham, Burlington, Bedford and Danvers. At the December 19, 2022 Select Board
meeting, the following fees were established for 2023:
• Up to 10 outdoor seats on public sidewalks $100 per year
. Over 10 seats on public sidewalks $250 per year
. $3,750 for the parklet once we have acquired a new parklet
Prior to the pandemic, the Town had a practice of increasing these fees by 2.0%per year. The Town Manager
is recommending a 2.0% increase consistent with the Town's pre-pandemic practice.
SUGGESTED MOTION:
Move to approve a 2.0% fee increase for outdoor dining permits effective for permits in 2024, so the permit
fees are:
• Up to 10 outdoor seats on public sidewalks $102 per year
• Over 10 seats on public sidewalks $255 per year
• $3,825 for the parklet once we have acquired a new parklet
FOLLOW-UP:
Town Manager's Office
DATE AND APPROXIMATE TIME ON AGENDA:
3/6/2024 8:35pm