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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1999-04-12-ATM-min ADJOURNED SESSION 1999 ANNUAL TOWN MEETING — April 12, 1999 The adjourned session of the 1999 Annual Town Meeting was called to order by Moderator Margery M. Battin, at 8:00 p.m., in Cary Memorial Hall. A quorum of 186 members was present. 8:00 P.M. The Moderator reviewed procedural issues and explained the meeting would begin with reports under Article Two from the Strategic Planning Committee, Recreation Committee, and Hennessy Field Committee, to be followed by reconsideration of Article 14, then Articles 27 through 40, with Article 16 being taken up before Article 30. It is expected that Reconsideration will be moved for Article 6A3 on April 14. ARTICLE 2: REPORTS OF TOWN OFFICERS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES 8:02 p.m. Peggy Perry, 35 Lawrence Lane, reported on the efforts of the Strategic Planning Committee, a steering committee charged with long range goal setting. Lexington 20/20 Vision is an inclusive and practical process for realizable goals. 8:09 P.M. Sandra Shaw presented a report of the Recreation Committee. 8:14 p.m. Steven Colman, Hennessy Field Committee Chairman, moved that the Report of the Hennessy Field Committee be accepted and placed on file. Following a unanimous voice vote, the Moderator declared the report Accepted and Placed on File. Mr. Colman outlined the field challenges faced by the town, immediate demand for additional fields, and reported the most appropriate use of the Hennessy Field is conservation purposes. The Committee unanimously recommends transfer of the Hennessy Field to the Conservation Commission, building of a new field at the Harrington School, and improved maintenance practices and use policies at all fields. ARTICLE 14: HOME RULE PETITION: MANSIONIZATION 8:21 p.m. Peter Kelley, pr.4, moved Reconsideration of Article 14. 8:22 p.m. Mr. Kelley explained the reasons for reconsideration of the article, that he saw it as a threat to personal freedoms and personal property rights. 8:27 p.m. Selectman Peter Enrich reported four of the five Selectmen opposed reconsideration, stating the issue had previously been carefully debated and thoroughly discussed. 8:28 p.m. Fred Merrill, Planning Board Chairman, reported the Planning Board was unanimously opposed to reconsideration and stated no new information had been introduced. 8:29 p.m. James Barry, pr. 1, questioned the impact of this evening's action on hearings being conducted tomorrow by the State Legislature. Selectman Enrich explained the Town will prepare legislation for enactment based upon the expressed desires of town meeting. 8:30 p.m. Bruce Collier, pr.3, spoke in opposition to reconsideration. 8:31 p.m. Robert Cohen, pr.3, spoke in support, citing the article could destroy individual property rights. 8:33 p.m. Jacqueline Davison, pr.3, spoke in opposition to reconsideration. 8:34 p.m. Leo McSweeney, pr.9, spoke in favor of reconsideration. 8:34 p.m. Following a voice vote, the Moderator declared the motion NOT ADOPTED and Reconsideration did not prevail. Adjourned Session —1999 Annual Town Meeting — April 12, 1999 ARTICLE 27: SANITARY SEWERS 8:35 p.m. Presented by Selectman Catherine Abbott. -------------------------- MOTION: That the Selectmen be and they hereby are authorized to install sewer mains and sewerage systems in such accepted or unaccepted streets or other land as the Selectmen may determine, subject to the assessment of betterments or otherwise, in accordance with Chapter 504 of the Acts of 1897, and acts in addition thereto and amendments thereof, or otherwise, and to take by eminent domain, purchase or otherwise acquire any fee, easement or other interest in land necessary therefor; to appropriate for such installation and land acquisition the sum of $300,000 and to raise such amount the Treasurer with the approval of the Board of Selectmen is authorized to borrow $300,000 under G.L. Chapter 44 §7(1); and to authorize the Selectmen to apply for, accept, expend and borrow in anticipation of federal and state aid for such sewer projects. --------------------- - - - - -- 8:35 p.m. Catherine Abbott explained the Selectmen's support and reported the Selectmen unanimously recommended approval. 8:37 p.m. Charles Hornig, Chairman, Capital Expenditures Committee, reported the Committee's unanimous support. 8:38 p.m. The Moderator reported the Appropriation Committee's unanimous support. 8:38 p.m. Martin Long, pr. 6, questioned town underwriting sewer on undeveloped lots, and spoke in opposition to the motion. 8:39 p.m. John Hayward, pr. 5, called the Question. 8:39 p.m. Following a voice vote on the motion for the main question to now be put, the Moderator declared the motion ADOPTED and the main question now put. 8:39 p.m. Following a voice vote, the Moderator DECLARED, with more than the two - thirds vote required, the motion ADOPTED. 8:40 p.m. Charles Hornig, Capital Expenditures Committee, served Notice of Reconsideration on Article 27. ARTICLE 28: WATER MAINS 8:40 p.m. Presented by Selectman Catherine Abbott. -------------------------- MOTION: That the Selectmen be and they hereby are authorized to install new or replacement water mains and line and reline water mains in such accepted or unaccepted streets or other land as the Selectmen may determine, subject to the assessment of betterments or otherwise, and to take by eminent domain, purchase or otherwise acquire any fee, easement or other interest in land necessary therefor; to appropriate $315,000 for such installation and lining and land acquisition; and to raise such amount $315,000 be transferred from the Water Enterprise Fund; and to authorize the Selectmen to apply for, accept, expend and borrow in anticipation of federal and state aid for such water projects. --------------------- - - - - -- 8:42 p.m. Ms. Abbott presented background on the article and reported the Board of Selectmen unanimously supports approval. 8:43 p.m. The Moderator reported the Capital Expenditures Committee and Appropriation Committee unanimously support approval. 8:43 p.m. David Rudner, pr.2, questioned and complimented Public Works Director George Woodbury on efforts taken to address impacts of accumulation of cement in pipes and increased pH levels of water. 8:44 p.m. Senior Engineer David Carbonneau explained the quality control steps taken by the Town and the positive results achieved in addressing water quality. 8:46 p.m. Following a unanimous voice vote, the Moderator declared the motion ADOPTED. Adjourned Session —1999 Annual Town Meeting — April 12, 1999 8:46 p.m. Charles Hornig, Capital Expenditures Committee, served Notice of Reconsideration on Article 28. ARTICLE 29: PINE MEADOWS IMPROVEMENTS 8:46 p.m. Presented by Donald Chisholm, Recreation Committee. ------------------------------ MOTION: That the sum of $170,000 be appropriated to make improvements in the Pine Meadows Golf Course as determined by the Recreation Committee with the approval of the Board of Selectmen, and to raise such amount $170,000 be transferred from the Recreation Enterprise Fund. -------------------------------- 8:46 p.m. Mr. Chisholm explained the Committee's plans and needs at Pine Meadows. 8:49 p.m. Shirley Stolz, Capital Expenditures Committee, reported the Committee unanimously recommends passage of the article. 8:50 p.m. The Moderator reported the Appropriation Committee' unanimous support. 8:50 p.m. Selectman Catherine Abbott reported unanimous support of the Board of Selectmen. 8:51 p.m. Following a unanimous voice vote, the Moderator declared the motion ADOPTED. 8:51 p.m. Charles Hornig, Capital Expenditures Committee, served notice of reconsideration on Article 29. ARTICLE 16: TRANSFER OF HENNESSY FIELD PROPERTY TO CONSERVATION COMMISSION 8:51 p.m. Presented by Selectman Jeanne Krieger. ------------------------------- MOTION: That the Town transfer the care, custody, management and control of the land acquired by an order of taking dated June 25, 1962 and recorded in the Middlesex South Registry of Deeds Book 10065, Page 405 and known as Hennessy's Field, to the Conservation Commission for conservation purposes as provided by Section 8C of Chapter 40 of the General Laws, as amended. -------------------------------- 8:51 p.m. Mrs. Krieger spoke in support of the transfer to conservation and of the incompatibility of soccer at the Hennessy meadow location. Mrs. Krieger reported unanimous support of the Board of Selectmen for this article. 8:53 p.m. Steven Colman, Planning Board, reported the Planning Board's unanimous support. 8:54 p.m. Joyce Miller, Conservation Commission, reported the Conservation Commission unanimously supports the transfer to Conservation. 8:54 p.m. Sandra Shaw, Recreation Committee, reported the Committee did not take a vote on the Article. 8:55 p.m. Ephraim Weiss, pr. 5, questioned the position of the School Committee needs for new elementary school sites. 8:56 p.m. School Committee Chairman Barrie Peltz reported the Committee had chosen to take individual positions on this article and that future school site needs had not been seen as germane to this vote. 8:56 p.m. Bruce Collier, pr.3, spoke in support. 8:58 p.m. Deborah Brown, pr.7, presented a few slides in support of the Hennessy field transfer to Conservation. 9:01 P.M. Following a voice vote, the Moderator DECLARED the motion ADOPTED Adjourned Session —1999 Annual Town Meeting — April 12, 1999 by more than the required two - thirds vote. ARTICLE 30: ATHLETIC FIELD DEVELOPMENT 9:02 p.m. Presented by Donald Chisholm, Recreation Committee. -------------------------- MOTION: That the sum of $165,000 be appropriated to construct an athletic field and to make improvements to existing recreational facilities as determined by the Recreation Committee with the approval of the Board of Selectmen; and that to meet this appropriation the Treasurer with the approval of the Board of Selectmen is authorized to borrow $165,000 under G.L.c.44, §7(25), such borrowing to constitute a general obligation of the town although it is the intent of the town to pay debt service on this borrowing from the Recreation Enterprise Fund. -------------------- - - - - -- 9:02 p.m. Mr. Chisholm presented rationale and plans for Harrington School field development. 9:11 P.M. Shirley Stolz, Capital Expenditures Committee, reported the majority of the Committee supports the article. 9:14 p.m. Selectman Jeanne Krieger reported four of the five Selectmen supported the motion. 9:15 p.m. Dawn McKenna presented the Minority Report of the Board of Selectmen, stating passage places the Recreation Committee in diminished capacity to fund Article 31. 9:16 p.m. Nancy Adler, pr. 1, questioned the availability of and Town usage of Christian Academy fields. Mr. Chisholm explained filed unavailability. Recreation Director Karen Simmons explained current discussions with Christian Academy and field unavailability for Town usage. Mr. Chisholm also referenced usage of Hanscom AFB fields. 9:18 P.M. David Rudner, pr.2, questioned the immediacy of need for the proposed field at Harrington School and the net increased capacity from Article 31. 9:19 P.M. Don Chisholm explained the portion of Article 31 dealing with multi -use fields is primarily fields at Clarke and Diamond Middle Schools and that the Harrington situation will provide for more maneuverability of fields. 9:22 p.m. Scott Burson, pr.4, spoke in support. 9:24 p.m. Joyce Miller, pr. 7, served Notice of Reconsideration of Article 16. 9:25 p.m. Marianne Lazarus, pr.6, questioned field irrigation costs. Don Chisholm explained irrigation and borrowing needs. 9:28 p.m. Frank Sandy, pr.6, raised a question on future school site plans to Mrs. Peltz. 9:29 p.m. Barrie Peltz, School Committee Chairman, explained the elementary school plans currently on file all call for additions to existing buildings. No new sites are viable or practical. 9:30 p.m. Martin Long reported the School Committee's unanimous support. 9:30 p.m. Kenneth Reich, pr.4, questioned funding and yearly payments to be made from the Enterprise fund. Mr. Chisholm expressed the Recreation Committee's agreement to funding demands. 9:32 p.m. Mr. Reich questioned landscaping needs and tree removal, affect on drainage, and valuing tree preservation. Brian Gilbert, Superintendent of Parks, explained the remaining work required with siting fields, adjacent wetlands issues, and need to present to the Conservation Commission any plans for work within 100 ft. of wetlands. 9:34 p.m. Don Chisholm explained the Recreation Committee is dealing with Harrington School representatives, has not yet had discussions with the Conservation Commission, and of Adjourned Session —1999 Annual Town Meeting — April 12, 1999 the possibility they may not have to be within the 100 ft. buffer zone. 9:35 p.m. Andrew Friedlich, pr.5, reported his sense that the Principal at Harrington School favored the project, and also commented on lacrosse cleat damage to fields. 9:36 p.m. Ephraim Weiss, pr.5, spoke in opposition. 9:37 p.m. David Kanter, pr.7, moved the question. 9:37 p.m. Following a voice vote, the Moderator declared the main question now put. 9:3 8 p.m. Following a voice vote, the Moderator DECLARED the Motion ADOPTED by more than the required two - thirds vote. 9:38 p.m. Charles Hornig, Capital Expenditures Committee, served Notice of Reconsideration of Article 30. ARTICLE 31: ATHLETIC FIELDS IMPROVEMENTS 9:39 p.m. Presented by Richard Neumeier, Recreation Committee. -------------------------- MOTION: That $1,700,000 is appropriated to make improvements to the athletic facilities at Clarke Middle School, Diamond Middle School and Lexington High School as part of the school projects voted under Article 2 of the warrant for the November 9, 1998 Special Town Meeting; that to meet this appropriation the Treasurer with the approval of the Board of Selectmen is authorized to borrow $1,700,000 under G.L. c.44, §7 or Chapter 645 ofthe Acts of 1948 as amended; and that the Permanent Building Committee is authorized to take any other action necessary to carry out this project. -------------------- - - - - -- 9:39 p.m. Mr. Neumeier explained need for field improvements and reasons for support. 9:45 p.m. Shirley Stolz reported the Capital Expenditures Committee's unanimous support and recommendation. 9:46 p.m. Paul Hamburger reported the Appropriation Committee's unanimous support. 9:47 p.m. Catherine Abbott reported the Board of Selectmen's unanimous approval for the Article but that member Dawn McKenna would like the Recreation Committee to cover the costs out of Enterprise Funds. 9:48 p.m. Selectman Dawn McKenna reported on her wish to have the Enterprise Fund cover the costs of the project but of her support of the Article. 9:50 p.m. Robin DiGiammarino reported the School Committee had voted four to one in favor of Article 31 and commented on the collaboration between town and school departments with overlapping needs. 9:51 p.m. Sam Silverman, pr.5, questioned the wording of the article, issue of increased borrowing over past years, and impact on total debt. Town Manager Richard White explained the Town received again a AAA rating from Moody's. Finance Director John Ryan explained all debt service approximates $4,000,000. 9:55 p.m. David Kanter, pr.7, requested Town Counsel's confirmation as to what this commits the Recreation Department to for funding. Town Counsel Norman Cohen urged Town Meeting not to get into the habit of stipulating where funds come from to pay off bond issues - that it's not good for bond rating. 9:56 p.m. David Kanter, pr.7, questioned how the obligations for the Library were handled. Town Counsel Norman Cohen explained the Town appropriated the whole amount. 9:58 p.m. William Frawley, pr. 3, questioned if it was common to bond a 20 year project and that the school bond was predicated on 40 year requirement for improvements. Town Counsel Norman Cohen explained that it could be bonded for 20 years as it would be part of Adjourned Session —1999 Annual Town Meeting — April 12, 1999 the entire project, taken as a whole. 10:00 P.M. Bruce Collier, pr.3, questioned the 20% town share to be covered by the School Department. 10:01 P.M. Nicholas Cannalonga, pr.3, questioned obligation if no reimbursement is received. 10:01 P.M. Following a voice vote, the Moderator DECLARED, with more than the required two - thirds vote, the Motion ADOPTED. 10:01 P.M. Charles Hornig, Capital Expenditures Committee, served Notice of Reconsideration of Article 31. ARTICLE 32: SCHOOL TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM 10:02 p.m. Presented by Fred Rosenberg, School Committee. -------------------------- MOTION: That the sum of $600,000 be appropriated for the purchase of computer hardware and software; and that to meet this appropriation the Treasurer with the approval of the Board of Selectmen is authorized to borrow $600,000 under G.L.c.44, §7. -------------------- - - - - -- 10:04 p.m. Mr. Rosenberg explained the plans for this year's computers and technology integration in the schools. 10:04 p.m. Karen Dooks, Capital Expenditures Committee, reported the Committee's unanimous recommendation for passage. 10:04 p.m. The Moderator declared the unanimous support of the Appropriation Committee. 10:04 p.m. Dawn McKenna reported unanimous support of the Board of Selectmen. 10:04 p.m. Alan Lazarus, pr. 6, questioned what becomes ofthe computers being replaced. Mr. Rosenberg explained those computers being replaced are quite old. 10:05 p.m. Following a voice vote, the Moderator DECLARED, with more than the required two - thirds vote, the Motion ADOPTED. 10:06 p.m. Charles Hornig, Capital Expenditures Committee, served Notice of Reconsideration of Article 32. ARTICLE 33: SCHOOL CAPITAL PROJECT 10:06 p.m. Presented by Susan Elberger, School Committee. -------------------------- MOTION: That the sum of $1,505,000 be appropriated for remodeling, reconstructing and making extraordinary repairs to school buildings and for the purchase of additional equipment therefor; that to meet this appropriation the Treasurer with the approval of the Board of Selectmen is authorized to borrow $1,505,000 under G.L. c.44, §7 or Chapter 645 of the Acts of 1948 as amended; and that the Permanent Building Committee is authorized to take all action necessary to carry out this project. -------------------- - - - - -- 10:06 p.m. Susan Elberger explained the basis of the article. 10:08 P.M. Karen Dooks reported unanimous support of the Capital Expenditures Committee for Article 33 and explained the Committee was concerned about the condition of the elementary schools. 10:09 P.M. Ron Pawliczek reported unanimous support of the Appropriation Committee. 10:09 P.M. Dawn McKenna report unanimous support of the Board of Selectmen. 10:09 P.M. Following a voice vote, the Moderator DECLARED, with more than the Adjourned Session —1999 Annual Town Meeting — April 12, 1999 required two - thirds vote, the Motion ADOPTED. 10:10 P.M. Charles Hornig, Capital Expenditures Committee, served Notice of Reconsideration of Article 33. ARTICLE 34: LAND ACQUISITION BOND 10:10 P.M. Presented by Philip Hamilton, Conservation Commission. -------------------------- MOTION: That $3,000,000 is appropriated for acquiring land for open space and conservation purposes, including outdoor recreation, as provided by G.L.c.40, §8C as amended; that to meet this appropriation the Treasurer with the approval of the Board of Selectmen is authorized to borrow $3,000,000 under G.L.c.44, §7(3); provided, however, that this appropriation and the expenditure of funds pursuant thereto shall be limited to the acquisition of such land and /or interests in land as may be approved by a two - thirds vote of an annual or special town meeting. -------------------- - - - - -- 10:10 P.M. Phil Hamilton explained demands on land acquisition and past acquisitions. He expressed a need to show landowners the town is committed to a land acquisition program and a need to build land acquisition into future budgets. Passage of this motion does not obligate any future Town Meeting. 10:17 p.m. Joyce Miller, Conservation Commission Chairman, explained the need to act and provide for future land acquisitions. 10:19 P.M. Shirley Stolz, Capital Expenditures Committee, reported unanimous support of the Committee. 10:19 P.M. Paul Hamburger, Appropriation Committee, reported after considerable discussions with the Conservation Commission, a majority of the Committee is against passage of the Article. Mr. Hamburger explained the Committee feels there are large expenditures looming in front of the town expressed concern if Town Meeting votes the article they are sending a message which is not likely to be practically implemented. 10:20 p.m. Elizabeth Eddison reported unanimous support of the Board of Selectmen. 10:21 p.m. David Kanter, pr.7, spoke in opposition and of the town's facing unfunded infrastructure requirements. 10:22 p.m. Marianne Lazarus, pr.6, spoke in support. 10:24 p.m. Thomas Diaz, pr.2, questioned the fiscal meaning of the article. Selectman Peter Enrich explained if there are no purchases this has no impact on the budget and that any purchases must be brought before Town Meeting for a two - thirds vote to purchase. 10:25 p.m. Sam Berman, pr.3, questioned if the $3,000,000 carried into the future. Mr. Hamilton replied that it did so. 10:26 p.m. Charles Hornig, pr. 8, informed the membership he is part owner of one of the possible pieces of land and will abstain from voting. 10:26 p.m. Jacqueline Davison, pr.3, spoke in support. 10:27 p.m. Ira Bernstein, pr.2, questioned if funding provides assurances to owners. Mr. Hamilton responded that it gives hope. 10:28 p.m. Kenneth Reich, pr.4, spoke in opposition and questioned impact on bond rating. Town Counsel Norman Cohen informed the membership it had no impact until the Town actually borrows. 10:29 p.m. Following a voice vote, the Moderator called for a standing vote on Article 34, which was tallied as follows: Precinct Yes No Abstain 1 11 2 2 4 6 Adjourned Session —1999 Annual Town Meeting — April 12, 1999 3 12 3 4 11 5 5 11 6 6 10 4 7 9 5 8 9 3 9 10 5 At -Large 15 4 1 TOTAL 102 43 1 10:32 p.m. With more than the required two - thirds vote, the Moderator declared the Motion ADOPTED. 10:32 p.m. Karen Dooks served Notice of Reconsideration of Article 34. ARTICLE 35: LAND ACQUSITION 10:32 p.m. Presented by Joyce Miller, Conservation Commission -------------------------- MOTION: That this Article be Indefinitely Postponed. -------------------- - - - - -- 10:32 p.m. Following a voice vote, the Moderator declared the Article Indefinitely Postponed. ARTICLE 36: TOWN BUILDING INSPECTION 10:33 p.m. Presented by Ephraim Weiss, pr. 5. -------------------------- MOTION: That the Town instruct the Town Manager to ensure the inspection of each Town building in the Town whose replacement value exceeds one million dollars and to issue a summary annual inspection report, including estimates of the condition and life expectancy of each structure and its major components and of all major systems in the building, as well as an estimate of costs of necessary repairs, replacement and annual maintenance; that $5,000 be appropriated for such purpose and that such amount be raised in the tax levy. --------------- ------------------ 10:33 p.m. Mr. Weiss explained the motion intent and need to maintain the infrastructure, and to project anticipated future needs for a Proposition 2 1/2 override to cover costs to address infrastructure needs. 10:37 p.m. Paul Hamburger, Appropriation Committee, reported the Committee's opposition to the motion, explaining that sufficient studies have been done and the Board of Selectmen can do what is needed without this Article. 10:38 p.m. Selectman Chairman Peter Enrich reported that the stewardship of capital assets and infrastructure are among the Board's most important responsibilities and he welcomes Mr. Weiss' attempt to keep the Board of Selectmen focussed on the needs. However, the Board of Selectmen is unanimously opposed to the motion. Mr. Enrich explained the plans to embark upon, after town meeting, an overall survey of the town's facilities use and needs. Town staff will conduct careful analysis of our ability to meet cash capital needs, including use of a set of measures addressing concerns which are raised by Mr. Weiss. 10:41 p.m. Paul Lapointe, Appropriation Committee, presented a Minority Report ofthe Committee, and expressed the need for a systematic assessment of and audit one's own facilities. Mr. Lapointe values the motion as a demonstration project. 10:43 p.m. Fred Rosenberg, School Committee, reported the Committee's unanimous opposition. Though the Committee agrees with the need to address all of the town's buildings, the schools are under the jurisdiction of the School Department. The School Department has brought forward plans for some buildings, with others in the works. 10:45 p.m. Sam Berman, pr.3, spoke in support and of the need to present to Town Meeting a list of needs and estimated costs. 10:46 p.m. David Kanter, pr.7, spoke in opposition. 10:47 p.m. William Frawley, pr.3, spoke in favor. 10:48 p.m. Bruce Collier, pr.3, spoke in opposition. Adjourned Session —1999 Annual Town Meeting — April 12, 1999 10:50 p.m. Ephraim Weiss, pr.5, addressed some issues raised, including School Committee jurisdiction over buildings and of his previously raising these issues many years prior. 10:53 p.m. Following a voice vote, the Moderator declared the Motion NOT ADOPTED. ARTICLE 37: TOWN COMPREHENSIVE CULTURAL RESOURCES SURVEY 10:53 p.m. Presented by Robert Whitman, pr.8. -------------------------- MOTION: That $12,000 be appropriated to enable the Town to receive a grant from the Massachusetts Historical Commission for the Lexington Historical Commission to upgrade, correct and make additions to the Town Comprehensive Cultural Resources Survey, and that such amount be transferred from receipts reserved for appropriation; provided, however, that no expenditure hereunder shall occur until the Board of Selectmen has determined that such grant will be received. ---------------------------------- 10:53 p.m. Mr. Whitman requested the Moderator recognize Thomas Taylor of the Historical Commission who presented the need for the Town to match a grant from the Massachusetts Historical Commission for compilation of a historical survey. Mr. Taylor also reviewed previous surveys conducted and plans for surveying the late 19 and early 20 century structures, approximately 450 properties. This survey, for which a 60% grant is available, will assist in demolition delay since properties listed in inventory must request a public hearing before demolition may be authorized. 11:00 P.M. Paul Hamburger, Appropriation Committee, reported the majority of the Committee supports the motion. 11:00 P.M. Dawn McKenna reported the unanimous support of the Board of Selectmen. 11:01 P.M. Following a unanimous voice vote, the Moderator declared the motion UNANIMOUSLY ADOPTED. ARTICLE 38: Y2K 11:01 P.M. Presented by Selectman Jeanne Krieger. --- --------------------------- MOTION: That $15, 000 be appropriated to fund any unforeseen expenses relating to Y2K problems, and that such amount be transferred from receipts reserved for appropriation. ---------------------------------- 11:01 P.M. Mrs. Krieger summarized the Town's efforts to address any possible operational issues as the year 2000 and new millenium approach. 11:01 P.M. Mrs. Krieger reported the Selectmen's unanimous support for the motion and for the competence of the myriad of teams the Town has organized for preparations for the year 2000. 11:03 p.m. Paul Hamburger reported unanimous support ofthe Appropriation Committee for Article 38. 11:05 p.m. Following a unanimous voice vote, the Moderator declared the Motion UNANIMOUSLY ADOPTED. ARTICLE 39: STABILIZATION FUND 11:05 p.m. Presented by Selectman Dawn McKenna. -------------------------- MOTION: That this article be Indefinitely Postponed. --------------------- - - - - -- Adjourned Session —1999 Annual Town Meeting — April 12, 1999 11:05 p.m. Following a voice vote, the Moderator declared the Motion ADOPTED. ARTICLE 9: ZONING BY -LAW, CN and RO to CD, 903 WALTHAM STREET 11:05 p.m. Presented by Stacey P. Bridge - Denzak, Planning Board. -------------------------- MOTION: That this article be Indefinitely Postponed. -------------------- - - - - -- 11:06 p.m. Following a voice vote, the Moderator declared the Motion ADOPTED. ARTICLE 40: USE OF FUNDS TO REDUCE TAX RATE 11:07 p.m. Presented by Selectman Peter Enrich. --------------------------- MOTION: That the sum of $1,585,562 be appropriated to reduce the tax levy for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1999, and that such amount be transferred from the Unreserved Fund Balance. --------------------------- 11:08 P.M. Paul Hamburger, Appropriation Committee, summarized estimated Free Cash before Town Meeting, Free Cash committed during Town Meeting, and estimated $832,698 post Town Meeting Balance. Mr. Hamburger reported the Appropriation Committee unanimously supports the Article. 11:09 P.M. Following a unanimous voice vote, the Moderator declared the Motion UNANIMOUSLY ADOPTED. 11:09 P.M. Selectman Chairman Peter Enrich moved that the 1999 Annual Town Meeting be DISSOLVED. Following a voice vote, the Moderator declared the MOTION ADOPTED. A true copy. Attest: Donna M. Hooper, Town Clerk