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PUBLIC MEETING MINUTES
Conservation Commission
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AGENDA Monday, October 7th, 2024, 6:30 p.m.
This Conservation Commission meeting was held remotely via Zoom, an online meeting
platform. Public Participation via calling in or using your computer was encouraged.
Commissioners Present: Duke Bitsko, Kevin Beuttell, Alexandra Dohan, Philip Hamilton
(Chair), Jason Hnatko, and Ruth Ladd (Vice-Chair); Not present: Thomas Whelan
Staff Present: Karen Mullins, Conservation Director; Not Present: Megan Downer, Department
Assistant
6:30 PM New Business/Pending Matters
Land Use Permit Request: Chiesa Farm, LUPA-24-21, Use of Chiesa Farm for filming on
10/17/2024 at 8am, Andrew Gerzon
Mr. Andrew Gerzon, applicant, presented and stated that he is a filmmaker and is proposing to
film a scene at Chiesa Farm for the film he is currently working on. The scene consists of two
actors sitting in a field talking and would be filmed with a small camera crew. Mr. Philip
Hamilton, Chair, asked for clarification on the schedule for the day of filming. The crew would
setup for the scene at approximately 8am and is estimated to use the land for 4 hours.
On a motion by Ms. Ladd and seconded by Ms. Dohan, the Commission voted 6-0 by roll call
vote to approve the land use permit request.
Record of Vote as Follows:
Kevin Beuttell – Aye
Duke Bitsko – Aye
Alex Dohan – Aye
Philip Hamilton – Aye
Jason Hnatko – Aye
Ruth Ladd – Aye
Conservation Plan Modification/Insignificant Plan Change: 2 Farm Rd (Formerly 4 Lillian Rd),
CPM-24-6, DEP #201-1306
Mr. Fred Russell, civil engineer, presented and stated that the proposed changes include
reconstructing the existing retaining wall, extending the approved permeable paver walkway,
adding a permeable paver walkway from the driveway to the patio in the rear of the property, and
constructing a 2-foot high retaining wall in the backyard.
On a motion by Mr. Beuttell and seconded by Mr. Bitsko, the Commission voted 6-0 by roll call
vote to approve the insignificant plan change.
Record of Vote as Follows:
Kevin Beuttell – Aye
Duke Bitsko – Aye
Alex Dohan – Aye
Philip Hamilton – Aye
Jason Hnatko – Aye
Ruth Ladd – Aye
Request for Extension to Order of Conditions: 25 Peacock Farm Rd, DEP #201-1188, OpenGov
EXTO-24-4, CNOI-20-16, One year extension from 11/4/24 to 11/5/25
Ms. Karen Mullins, Conservation Director, stated that the owner has not begun their project and
is requesting an extension in order to complete the project.
On a motion by Ms. Dohan and seconded by Mr. Beuttell, the Commission voted 6-0 by roll call
vote to approve the extension to the Order of Resource Area Delineation by one year.
Record of Vote as Follows:
Kevin Beuttell – Aye
Duke Bitsko – Aye
Alex Dohan – Aye
Philip Hamilton – Aye
Jason Hnatko – Aye
Ruth Ladd – Aye
Request for Certificate of Compliance: 107 Blossomcrest Rd, OpenGov COC-24-19, CNOI-24-
29, DEP #201-1304
Ms. Mullins stated that the project includes a monitoring period for survivability of plantings and
that additional information is required prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance,
including a plant list and additional spot grades added to the plans.
Request for Certificate of Compliance: 31 Fairlawn Ln, DEP #201-1214, OpenGov COC-23-32,
CNOI-21-8
Mr. Richard Kirby, LEC Environmental, presented and stated that a partial Certificate of
Compliance was previously issued and the final monitoring of the restoration area has been
completed successfully.
On a motion by Mr. Hnatko and seconded by Ms. Dohan, the Commission voted 6-0 by roll call
vote to issue the full Certificate of Compliance pending a final site visit by Ms. Mullins.
Record of Vote as Follows:
Kevin Beuttell – Aye
Duke Bitsko – Aye
Alex Dohan – Aye
Philip Hamilton – Aye
Jason Hnatko – Aye
Ruth Ladd – Aye
Request for Certificate of Compliance: 21 Hathaway, OpenGov PCOC-24-18, CNOI-23-26
Mr. Kirby presented and stated that he will forward to the Commission photographs of the items
requested to be completed, including the trench drain for the patio, inspections ports at final
grade and the Y connection to the downspout.
On a motion by Ms. Ladd and seconded by Mr. Bitsko, the Commission voted 6-0 by roll call
vote to issue the partial Certificate of Compliance pending a site visit by Karen Mullins.
Record of Vote as Follows:
Kevin Beuttell – Aye
Duke Bitsko – Aye
Alex Dohan – Aye
Philip Hamilton – Aye
Jason Hnatko – Aye
Ruth Ladd – Aye
Vote to Issue Order of Conditions: 4 Milk St, DEP 201-1329, OpenGov CNOI-24-22
On a motion by Ms. Ladd and seconded by Mr. Beuttell, the Commission voted 6-0 by roll call
vote to issue the Order of Conditions.
Record of Vote as Follows:
Kevin Beuttell – Aye
Duke Bitsko – Aye
Alex Dohan – Aye
Philip Hamilton – Aye
Jason Hnatko – Aye
Ruth Ladd – Aye
Vote to Issue Order of Conditions: 92 Hill St, DEP 201-1332, OpenGov CNOI-24-24
On a motion by Ms. Ladd and seconded by Mr. Bitsko, the Commission voted 6-0 by roll call
vote to issue the Order of Conditions.
Record of Vote as Follows:
Kevin Beuttell – Aye
Duke Bitsko – Aye
Alex Dohan – Aye
Philip Hamilton – Aye
Jason Hnatko – Aye
Ruth Ladd – Aye
1359R Enforcement Discussion
Ms. Mullins stated that this parcel site is on the northerly side of the bike path and is surrounded
by wetlands. In April 2023, filling on the parcel was reported and stopped and then enforcement
was ordered to remove the fill and provide the Commission with a restoration plan. Mr. Seth
Donohoe, Dillis and Roy, has submitted a proposed restoration plan. Ms. Ruth Ladd,
Commissioner, stated that during the site visit it was determined by Mr. Donohoe that the
restoration plan will be revised to properly address the unpermitted filling.
7:00 PM Continued Public Meetings/Hearings
Notice of Intent: 33 Woodpark Circle
OpenGov Permit# CNOI-24-26, DEP #201-1334
Applicant/Property Owner: Mark and Linda Adler
Project: Construction of an accessory dwelling within the 100-foot Buffer Zone to Bordering
Vegetated Wetlands
Documentation Submitted:
Notice of Intent: 33 Woodpark Circle; Prepared for: Mark & Linda Adler; Prepared by:
Williams & Sparages LLC; Date: 9/3/2024
WPA Form 3: Notice of Intent Application; Locus: 33 Woodpark Circle; Prepared for:
Mark & Linda Adler; Prepared by: Williams & Sparages LLC; Date: 9/3/2024
Permit Site Plan; Prepared for: Mark & Linda Adler, 33 Woodpark Circle; Prepared by:
Williams & Sparages; Signed and Stamped by: Peter M. Blaisdell Jr., Civil PE #41613;
Date: 7/25/2024; Last Revised: 8/30/2024
Mitigative Drainage Analysis; Prepared for: Mark & Linda Adler, 33 Woodpark Circle;
Prepared by: Williams & Sparages; Date: 7/25/2024;
Watershed & Soils Map; Prepared for: Mark & Linda Adler, 33 Woodpark Circle;
Prepared by: Williams & Sparages; Signed and Stamped by: Peter M. Blaisdell Jr., Civil
PE #41613; Date: 7/25/2024; Last Revised: 8/30/2024
Photos representative of the site; Not Dated
Bordering Vegetated Wetland Determination Form: Wetland; Prepared for: Mark &
Linda Adler, 33 Woodpark Circle; Prepared by: Thorson Akerly; Not Dated
Bordering Vegetated Wetland Determination Form: Upland; Prepared for: Mark & Linda
Adler, 33 Woodpark Circle; Prepared by: Thorson Akerly; Not Dated
Previous Meeting Date: 9/23/24 (no testimony)
On a motion by Ms. Dohan and seconded by Mr. Beuttell, the Commission voted 6-0 by roll call
vote to continue the hearing to the 10/21/2024 meeting, at the applicant’s request.
Record of Vote as Follows:
Kevin Beuttell – Aye
Duke Bitsko – Aye
Alex Dohan – Aye
Philip Hamilton – Aye
Jason Hnatko – Aye
Ruth Ladd – Aye
Notice of Intent: 20 Brent Rd
OpenGov Permit# CNOI-24-25, DEP #201-1333
Applicant/Property Owner: Town of Lexington
Project: Construction of a universally-accessible trail network with upgrades to existing trails,
new trail segments, a new boardwalk trail segment, new pond overlook, upgrades to the existing
driveway and parking area, and invasive species management at Willard’s Woods.
Documentation Submitted:
Notice of Intent: Improvements to Willard’s Woods Conservation Area; Locus: Parcel
76-11A and Parcel 70-61; Prepared for: Town of Lexington; Prepared by: Kyle Zick
Landscape Architecture, Inc.; Date: 8/20/2024
WPA Form 3: Notice of Intent Application; Locus: Parcel 76-11A and Parcel 70-61;
Prepared for: Town of Lexington; Prepared by: Kyle Zick Landscape Architecture, Inc.;
Date: 8/20/2024
Description of Proposed Work; Prepared for: Willard’s Woods Conservation Area;
Prepared by: Kyle Zick; Date: 8/18/2020
Pre-Development Watershed Map: Figures 1 and 2; Prepared for: Willard’s Woods
Conservation Area, Town of Lexington; Prepared by: Woodard & Curran; Date: July
2024
Checklist for Stormwater Report: Signed and stamped by: Kevin McCaffrey, PE #46776;
Date: 7/10/2024
Construction Documents; Prepared for: Town of Lexington, MA; Prepared by: Kyle
Zick, Landscape Architecture, Inc.; Date: 8/20/2024
Supplemental Documentation Submitted:
Engineering Comments; Date: 9/9/2024; Engineering Comments 2; 9/25/2024;
Engineering Comments 3; Date: 10/7/2024
Stormwater Management Report; Prepared for: Town of Lexington, MA Willard’s
Woods Conservation Area; Prepared by: Kyle Zick Landscape Architecture, Inc.; Signed
and Stamped by: Kevin McCaffrey, Civil PE No. 46778; Date: July 2024; Revised:
October 2024
Sheet L3.1, Grading Plan; Prepared for: Willard’s Woods Conservation Area; Prepared
by: Kyle Zick Landscape Architecture, Inc; Date: 10/2/2024
Memorandum; Subject: Stormwater Comments on Willards Woods Materials, 20 Brent
Road; To: Lexington Conservation Commission; From: Tracy Hudak, KZLA; Date:
10/3/2024
Overlook Revisions: 75% Construction Documents; Prepared for: Town of Lexington,
MA; Prepared by: Kyle Zick, Landscape Architecture, Inc.; Date: 10/2/2024
Comments received from Abutters and Users of Willard’s Woods
Previous Meeting Dates: 9/9/24, 9/23/2024 (no testimony)
Ms. Tracy Hudak, Kyle Zick Landscaping, presented and Mr. Kevin McCaffrey, Woodard &
Curran, was also present. Ms. Hudak stated that the project has been developing since 2020 and
has been presented in many public hearings since. All requirements from the Town engineering
department have been addressed. The proposed overlook at Mill Pond has been relocated toward
the existing gate and fence to address comments by the Commission during their site visit.
Ms. Ladd suggested removing the proposed boardwalk from the submitted proposal. Ms. Mullins
stated that the path between the UA trail and bridge over the stream is outside of the scope of
work is therefore not required to be ADA accessible. She suggests there be a steward project at
this location to install a boardwalk crossing instead. Mr. Duke Bitsko, Commissioner, asked to
clarify if the boardwalk section being removed from the plans would result in a change in the
alignment or layout of the main path. Ms. Hudak clarified removal of the boardwalk would not
change the alignment or layout. Mr. Jason Hnatko, Commissioner, asked if the observation
platform is included in the boardwalk project that is not funded or included in the funded path
around the Mill Pond. The observation platform is funded as part of the path around Mill Pond.
Ms. Ladd stated that the project does not include paving of the trails and the only paving
proposed is in the existing parking lot and entrance to the parking lot.
Mr. Bridger McGaw, Precinct 6 Town Meeting member, Vice-chair of the Economic
Development Committee and Chair of the Town Meeting Members Association, stated concern
for the funding approach to the project. Mr. McGaw suggested renaming the project on the
public hearings from 20 Brent Road to Willard’s Woods and notifying abutters again. He also
expressed concern for the project to result in a change of regulations for dog owner utilization of
the space and supports the elimination of the boardwalk.
Mr. Jeff Clayman, 10 Frost Road, stated that he utilizes Willard’s Woods often and is concerned
about tree damage and harm to the existing waterways due to the use of construction equipment.
Mr. Clayman suggested off-road wheelchairs would address accessibility concerns. Mr. Clayman
stated that building structures out of pressure treated lumber could lead to leeching of chemicals
to waterways and cause an uncertain amount of damage. He also noted this project would require
upkeep over time.
Ms. Bonnie Karshbaum, abutter to Willard’s Woods, expressed concern for the impact of the
project to wildlife in the area.
Ms. Lana Panasyuk, 28 Saddle Club Road, stated concern that the flooded area in the direction of
the wood bridge would be increasing disturbance to the wetland as it is walked through. Ms.
Panasyuk also stated that the plans lack access to the water for dogs for drinking purposes. She
asked how much money has been budgeted for this project, what has been spent and what will be
spent in the future.
Ms. Maria LoConte, 4 Rolf Road, expressed support for the removal of the boardwalk from the
proposed plans and suggested the installation of benches throughout Willard’s Woods.
Mr. Bruce Kaser, 20 Hathaway Road, expressed interest in an in-person meeting regarding the
proposed project.
Mr. Ted Lyman, 7 Longfellow Road, stated that a collection of data by users of Willard’s Woods
has been submitted to the Commission for review. Mr. Lyman stated he does not support the
boardwalk or overlook platform proposed and prefers limiting the amount of fencing installed to
allow wildlife to move freely.
Ms. Jill Baker, 7 Nichols Road, expressed concerns for the cost of the project and that many
users of Willard’s Woods are not in support of the proposed project.
Ms. Anjali Mehta, 5 Granger Pond Way, stated interest in efforts to keep the area as wild as
possible for wildlife.
Ms. Anne MacDonald Broun, 50 Hancock Street, thanked the Commission for listening to the
public’s concerns and supporting the removal of the boardwalk from the proposed plans. Ms.
MacDonald Broun also stated interest in a public meeting in person regarding this hearing.
Mr. Bernie Gunther, 26 Brent Road, asked if there will be a water management plan for Mill
Pond due to the inclusion of an observation platform at Mill Pond in the proposal. Mr. Gunther
also asked for the reason for the paths being increased in width to 10 feet.
Ms. Liz Fray, 7 School Street, also asked for clarification on the reason for the proposed width of
the paths and stated it would be disruptive to the surrounding areas. Ms. Fray stated support for
inclusion of benches and asked the Commission to confirm there will be no change to the dog
regulations for the area.
Mr. Erich Jacobs, 7 Hill Street, stated that many frequent users of Willard’s Woods were not
given direct notification of the project’s hearings and suggested an in-person hearing.
Mr. Biju Nair, 16 Henderson Road, asked for clarification on how users will receive information
on the outcome of the hearing.
Ms. Katie Nill, 9 Todd Road, expressed concern for the alteration of the area for wildlife that is
unable to be predicted and supports keeping a natural state for wildlife.
Mr. Hamilton stated he would like to continue the hearing to allow for opportunity for the
Commission to review the survey and data collected by residents and forwarded to the
Commission. He also stated that the project has been funded through the Community
Preservation Act.
Ms. Hudak stated that for ADA accessibility, paths need to be a minimum of 5 feet wide, and to
allow for bicycles to pass, the paths need to be a minimum of 6 feet wide. The portion of the
proposed plan that is 10-foot wide is required for fire truck access. Ms. Hudak stated that much
of the proposed fencing would be temporary to allow for vegetation regrowth and would still
provide enough space for small critters to pass under. Mr. Beuttell stated that there are no current
plans to change any of the use regulations for the area. Mr. Bitsko asked Ms. Hudak to address
the notion of harm to wildlife during construction. Ms. Hudak stated the type of machinery used
for the project would need to be small due to the area restrictions and would be restricted to
reduce any harm to wildlife.
On a motion by Mr. Beuttell and seconded by Mr. Bitsko, the Commission voted 6-0 by roll call
vote to continue the hearing to the 10/21/2024 meeting, at the applicant’s request.
Record of Vote as Follows:
Kevin Beuttell – Aye
Duke Bitsko – Aye
Alex Dohan – Aye
Philip Hamilton – Aye
Jason Hnatko – Aye
Ruth Ladd – Aye
Notice of Intent: 52 Turning Mill Road
OpenGov Permit# CNOI-24-23, DEP #201-1331
Applicant/Property Owner: Jeong-Ju Cho
Project: After the fact approval for the construction of a pergola over an existing driveway within
the 100-foot Buffer Zone to Bordering Vegetated Wetlands.
Documentation Submitted:
WPA Form 3 Notice of Intent Application; Prepared for: Jeong-Ju Cho, 52 Turning Mill
Road; Prepared by: Richard Kirby, LEC Environmental; Date: 8/9/2024;
Notice of Intent Application; Prepared for: Jeong-Ju Cho, 52 Turning Mill Road;
Prepared by: Richard Kirby, LEC Environmental; Date: 8/20/2024;
Pergola Site Plan; Prepared for: Prepared for: Jeong-Ju Cho, 52 Turning Mill Road;
Prepared by: Henderson Consulting Services; Stamped and Signed by: Scott P.
Henderson, Civil PE #51845; Date: 7/28/2024
Supplemental Documentation Submitted:
Wetland/Buffer Zone Restoration & Mitigation Planting Plan; Prepared for: 52 Turning
Mill Rd; Prepared by: LEC Environmental Consultants; Date: 8/13/2024; Revised:
8/30/2024
Waiver Request for Notice of Intent Application; Locus: 52 Turning Mill Rd; Prepared
by: Nicole Ferrara, LEC; Date: 9/17/2024
Previous Meeting Date: 9/9/24, 9/23/2024 (no testimony)
Ms. Nicole Ferrara, LEC Environmental, presented and stated that the proposed pergola is
intended to protect the homeowners’ cars from falling branches and tree limbs. Ms. Ferrara
stated that an invasive species management and restoration plan is proposed. The homeowners
are willing to record a deed restriction to prohibit the installation of a roof or impervious
covering to address the Commission’s concern of the pergola being covered at any point. Mr.
Beuttell asked for a detailed plan to be submitted of the pergola.
On a motion by Mr. Beuttell and seconded by Mr. Hnatko, the Commission voted 5-0 by roll call
vote to continue the hearing to the 10/21/2024 meeting, at the applicant’s request.
Record of Vote as Follows:
Kevin Beuttell – Aye
Duke Bitsko – Aye
Alex Dohan – Recused
Philip Hamilton – Aye
Jason Hnatko – Aye
Ruth Ladd – Aye
Abbreviated Notice of Resource Area Delineation: 251 Waltham St
OpenGov Permit# CORD-24-2, DEP#201-1326
Applicant/Property Owner: Town of Lexington
Project: Confirmation of the boundaries of the Bordering Vegetated Wetlands (BVW), Isolated
Land Subject to Flooding (ILSF), and Isolated Vegetated Wetlands (IVW, Code)
Documentation Submitted:
WPA Form 4A: Abbreviated Notice of Resource Area Delineation Application;
Submitted by: Michael Cronin, School Building Committee, on behalf of the Town of
Lexington; Date: 7/30/2024
Wetland Resource Area Assessments, Lexington High School, Lexington, MA; Prepared
by: Julia Stearns, Senior Wetland Scientist/Staff Specialist, and Dennis Lowry, Principal
Wetland Ecologist; Date: 7/25/2024
Memorandum; Subject: Re: Lexington High School; To: Karen Mullins; From: Erin F.
Prestileo, PE, SMMA; Date: 7/30/2024
Existing Conditions Plan; Prepared for: Lexington High School; Prepared by: SMMA;
Signed and Stamped by: Erin F. Prestileo, Civil PE No. 50224; Date: 7/30/2024
Supplemental Documentation Submitted:
Existing Conditions Plan; Prepared for: Lexington High School; Prepared by: SMMA;
Signed and Stamped by: Erin F. Prestileo, Civil PE No. 50224; Date: 7/30/2024; Last
Revised: 9/9/2024
ANRAD Submission Revisions Letter; Prepared by: Erin Prestileo, SMMA; Date:
9/9/2024
Previous Meeting Date: 8/19/2024, 9/9/2024, 9/23/2024 (no testimony)
Representatives for this hearing were not present due to an anticipated lack of quorum. A
quorum is present and the Commission can vote to close the hearing based on the submitted
changes. Ms. Lana Panasyouk, 28 Saddle Club Road, asked for clarification on whether or not
construction for the project will be required to work around the resource areas. Ms. Mullins
stated that the Town has a greater definition for wetlands than the State and the Commission has
reviewed the delineation and has provided their suggestions for changes to the flags.
On a motion by Mr. Beuttell and seconded by Ms. Ladd, the Commission voted 5-0 by roll call
vote to close the hearing.
Record of Vote as Follows:
Kevin Beuttell – Aye
Duke Bitsko – Aye
Alex Dohan – Abstain
Philip Hamilton – Aye
Jason Hnatko – Aye
Ruth Ladd – Aye
Notice of Intent: 24 Turning Mill Road
OpenGov Permit# CNOI-24-19, DEP #201-1330
Applicant/Property Owner: Murali Pathivada
Project: The construction of an addition within the 100-ft buffer zone to Bordering Vegetated
Wetlands
Documentation Submitted:
WPA Form 3 Notice of Intent Application; Prepared for: Murali Pathivada, 24 Turning
Mill Road; Prepared by: Zoe Chang, MP Design Consultants; Date: 7/16/2024;
Site Plan Single-Family Home; Prepared for: Murali Pathivada, 24 Turning Mill Road;
Prepared by: MP Design Consultants; Stamped and Signed by: Carlos Ferreira, Civil PE
#41423; Date: 3/13/2024
Stormwater Management Memo; Prepared for: 24 Turning Mill Road; Prepared by: MP
Design Consultants; Stamped and Signed by: Carlos Ferreira, Civil PE #41423; Date:
7/15/2024
Supplemental Documentation Submitted: None
Previous Meeting Dates:8/5/2024, 8/19/2024 (no testimony), 9/9/2024 (no testimony), 9/23/2024
(no testimony)
On a motion by Ms. Ladd and seconded by Ms. Dohan, the Commission voted 6-0 by roll call
vote to continue the hearing to the 10/21/2024 meeting, at the applicant’s request.
Record of Vote as Follows:
Kevin Beuttell – Aye
Duke Bitsko – Aye
Alex Dohan – Aye
Philip Hamilton – Aye
Jason Hnatko – Aye
Ruth Ladd – Aye
New Business/Pending Matters, Continued
Ms. Mullins stated that the landscape contractor for 9 Fairfield Drive, Mr. Edson Krefta, is at the
hearing to discuss his proposed plan modifications which have not been submitted to the record.
Ms. Mullins stated the pool deck elevation has increased in height resulting in the grading around
the pool changing and the bench wall has changed to a retaining wall. She also stated that the
proposed pergola location has shifted closer to the wetlands to address Zoning restrictions.
The Commission recorded a straw vote during this meeting and once submitted, the application
will be reviewed at the next hearing.
On a motion by Ms. Dohan and seconded by Mr. Bitsko, the Commission voted 6-0 by roll call
straw vote to approve the plan modifications.
Record of Vote as Follows:
Kevin Beuttell – Aye
Duke Bitsko – Aye
Alex Dohan – Aye
Philip Hamilton – Aye
Jason Hnatko – Aye
Ruth Ladd – Aye
Schedule site visits for 10/21/2024 Meeting
The site visits will be scheduled for Saturday 10/19/2024 starting at 9:30am.
Approve Minutes: 9/9/2024 and 9/23/2024
On a motion by Ms. Ladd and seconded by Ms. Dohan, the Commission voted 6-0 by roll call
vote to approve the 9/9/2024 meeting minutes.
Record of Vote as Follows:
Kevin Beuttell – Aye
Duke Bitsko – Aye
Alex Dohan – Aye
Philip Hamilton – Aye
Jason Hnatko – Aye
Ruth Ladd – Aye
On a motion by Ms. Ladd and seconded by Ms. Dohan, the Commission voted 6-0 by roll call
vote to approve the 9/23/2024 meeting minutes.
Record of Vote as Follows:
Kevin Beuttell – Aye
Duke Bitsko – Aye
Alex Dohan – Aye
Philip Hamilton – Aye
Jason Hnatko – Aye
Ruth Ladd – Aye
FY 2026 Budget Development Update
Ms. Mullins stated that the operating budget and capital budget were due in September and have
been submitted. The operating budget included level service and a program improvement request
for a tailgate lift for the town truck for safety purposes while loading and unloading the lawn
mower. The FY26 request, including the Connector path from Cotton Farm into the Community
center, has been submitted along with the Rangeway trail realignment into Simons brook.
Reports: Bike Advisory, Community Gardens, Community Preservation Committee,
Enforcement Updates, Greenway Corridor Committee, Land Acquisition, Land Management,
Land Steward Directors, Tree Committee, and Open Space & Recreation Plan
Mr. Hamilton reported that the Tracer Lane parcel on the Cambridge Reservoir in Lexington was
purchased by the City of Cambridge and will not be developed.
On a motion by Ms. Dohan and seconded by Mr. Beuttell, the Commission voted 6-0 by roll call
vote to adjourn the meeting.
Record of Vote as Follows:
Kevin Beuttell – Aye
Duke Bitsko – Aye
Alex Dohan – Aye
Philip Hamilton – Aye
Jason Hnatko – Aye
Ruth Ladd – Aye
Respectfully Submitted via Video Recording,
Megan Downer
LUHD Department Assistant
Approved: 11/18/2024
Archived: 11/26/2024