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Town Manager’s Office
Tel: (781) 698-4540
Steve Bartha, Town Manager
Fax: (781) 861-2921
Kelly Axtell, Deputy Town Manager
To: Select Board
From: Steve Bartha, Town Manager
Date: December 6, 2024
Subject: Weekly Update
LAND USE HOUSING & DEVELOPMENT:
Planning:
On December 11, the Planning Board will hold a continued public hearing on the 312 unit proposal
from Boston Properties for 17 Hartwell Ave. and open the public hearing for the 25 unit proposal at
185, 187-189 Bedford Street.
On November 20, the Planning Board approved the proposal from Cabot, Cabot & Forbes for 200 units
with a commercial component at 331 Concord Ave.
The public hearings for the proposal at 231 Bedford St. was continued to January 15, and the hearing
for 217-241 Massachusetts Avenue was continued to January 30.
There was a great turnout at November 19 open-house for the Hartwell/Bedford 25% design project at
the Community Center. Attendees added comments and suggestions on rolled out plans (as shown in
the photo), shared preferences for plant species and hardscaping, and asked questions to staff and the
consultant VHB. The project team is attending the Conservation Commission meeting on December 2,
2024 to gather feedback on the proposed design; and a virtual public meeting will be held on
December 10, 2024 to gather feedback from Wood Street neighborhood residents on future
improvements to the roadway.
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LIBRARY:
The Library would like to that the Cary Library Foundation for their tireless work in support of the
library. In addition to raising capital funds for our Lower Level renovation project, the Foundation
raises money annually to underwrite library events, programs, materials and special projects. This
funding is the icing on our cupcake! And the sprinkles!
The Librarys Teen Leadership Council has created an Around Lexington Scavenger Hunt for all ages.
Beginning this week, test your knowledge of Lexington by answering the weekly questions. Use the QR
code (or print in library) to submit answers for a chance to win a prize!
Many thanks to all the organizations around town who are hosting library events while our spaces are
offline this year. Some December in person events are included below:
o
Monday, December 9 from 6:30 8:30 at the
Beaded Felt Stars Adult Craft
Lexington
, 39 Marrett Road, Lexington. Registration is required for this hands-on
Community Center
workshop.
o
Friday, December 13 from 3:00 4:00 at the
Adult Writers Group
Lexington Community
, 39 Marrett Road, Lexington. This is an informal group for adult writers interested in
Center
sharing work and making connections. This group meets monthly.
In addition to these great in person offerings, we have a full calendar of virtual programs including:
o
Tuesday, December 10 from 7:00 8:00 . Join Nassa Solar System
Europa Clipper
VIRTUAL
Ambassador for a talk about how the Europa Clipper will study the habitability of Jupiters
moon. Register to receive a link.
o
-Pounding, Family Driven Mysteries: A Conversation with Laura Dave Wednesday,
On Pulse
December 11 from 2:00 3:00 VIRTUAL. Join NYT bestselling author Laura Dave for a
conversation about her newest book, The Night We Lost Him. Register to receive a link.
This year the Youth Services team at the library is offering a full range of childrens programs in
Estabrook Hall (on the Lower Level of the Cary Memorial Building). Check the librarys calendar each
month for a full list of dates/times. There are virtual programs for kids as well.
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Town Manager’s Office
Tel: (781) 698-4540
Steve Bartha, Town Manager
Fax: (781) 861-2921
Kelly Axtell, Deputy Town Manager
MEMORANDUM
TO:
Select Board
FROM:
Steve Bartha
DATE:
November 12, 2024
RERE
: Acting Town Manager
As required by Section 6 of the Selectmen-Town Manager Act, I am designating Kelly Axtell as
Acting Town Manager in my absence (e.g., out of town). If Kelly is also unavailable on the same days
that I am, I designate Carolyn Kosnoff as Acting Town Manager. If approved by the Select Board, this
designation will remain in effect unless I notify the Board in writing of a change. Thank you for your
attention to this matter.
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SELECT BOARD MEETING
October 25, 2024
A meeting of the Lexington Select Board was called to order at 9:00a.m. on Friday, October 25, 2024, via A meeting of the Lexington Select Board was called to order at 9:00a.m. on Friday,
October 25, 2024, via
a remote meeting platform.a remote meeting platform.Mr. Lucente, Chair; Mr. Pato, Ms. Barry, Ms. Hai, and Mr. Sandeen, were Mr. Lucente, Chair; Mr. Pato, Ms. Barry, Ms. Hai, and Mr.
Sandeen, were
present, as well as Ms. Axtell, Interim Town Manager;present, as well as Ms. Axtell, Interim Town Manager;and Ms. Katzenback, Executive Clerk.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Dawn McKenna, 9 Hancock Street, stated that the community strives for constant improvement and, as a
result, many times public comments come across as being against something that has been done. In that result, many times public comments come across as being against something that has
been done. In that
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light, she noted that the work being done by the 250 Committee deserves a special thank you. She stated Committee deserves a special thank you. She stated
that she saw Town employees, residents, and visitors participating in the recent drone show. She that she saw Town employees, residents, and visitors participating in the recent drone
show. She
recognized all who came together to make the event possible. recognized all who came together to make the event possible.
Olga Guttag, 273 Emerson Road and member of the LHS For All group, thanked the Board for paying a Olga Guttag, 273 Emerson Road and member of the LHS For All group, thanked the Board
for paying a Olga Guttag, 273 Emerson Road and member of the LHS For All group, thanked the Board for paying a
lot of attention to the High School project and to the MBTA zoning. She urged the Board to ask the lot of attention to the High School project and to the MBTA zoning. She urged the Board
to ask the lot of attention to the High School project and to the MBTA zoning. She urged the Board to ask the
Building Committee to slow down the project and support Article 8. The current project has the same Building Committee to slow down the project and support Article 8. The current project
has the same Building Committee to slow down the project and support Article 8. The current project has the same
problem as the original project, in that the enrollment is impossible to project. She would like to make problem as the original project, in that the enrollment is impossible to project.
She would like to make problem as the original project, in that the enrollment is impossible to project. She would like to make
sure that the Town builds a school that is neither too small, nor too large. sure that the Town builds a school that is neither too small, nor too large.
SELECT BOARD MEMBER CONCERNS AND LIAISON REPORTS SELECT BOARD MEMBER CONCERNS AND LIAISON REPORTS SELECT BOARD MEMBER CONCERNS AND LIAISON REPORTS
1. Select Board Member Announcements and Liaison Reports Select Board Member Announcements and Liaison Reports Select Board Member Announcements and Liaison Reports
Ms. Barry shared an email she sent to Ms. Axtell on behalf of the Semiquincentennial Commission Ms. Barry shared an email she sent to Ms. Axtell on behalf of the Semiquincentennial Commission
Ms. Barry shared an email she sent to Ms. Axtell on behalf of the Semiquincentennial Commission Ms. Barry shared an email she sent to Ms. Axtell on behalf of the Semiquincentennial
Commission
Lex250 and the Drone Show Working group thanking those involved in the event. Lex250 and the Drone Show Working group thanking those involved in the event. Lex250 and the Drone Show
Working group thanking those involved in the event. Lex250 and the Drone Show Working group thanking those involved in the event.
Ms. Hai stated that she was recently in Lexington’s sister city of Antony France, where she was able to Ms. Hai stated that she was recently in Lexington’s sister city of Antony France,
where she was able to Ms. Hai stated that she was recently in Lexington’s sister city of Antony France, where she was able to
deliver a personal invitation to the Mayor and his staff to attend next April’s Semiquincentennial deliver a personal invitation to the Mayor and his staff to attend next April’s Semiquincentennial
deliver a personal invitation to the Mayor and his staff to attend next April’s Semiquincentennial
celebrations. celebrations.
Mr. Pato stated that, at last Monday's Select Board meeting, Ms. Hai asked a question regarding costs that Mr. Pato stated that, at last Monday's Select Board meeting, Ms. Hai asked
a question regarding costs that Mr. Pato stated that, at last Monday's Select Board meeting, Ms. Hai asked a question regarding costs that
were integrated into the estimated cost for the High School building project. This question was sent to the were integrated into the estimated cost for the High School building project.
This question was sent to the were integrated into the estimated cost for the High School building project. This question was sent to the
consulting staff and the response was that all costs for field replacement, ground improvements, and legal consulting staff and the response was that all costs for field replacement,
ground improvements, and legal consulting staff and the response was that all costs for field replacement, ground improvements, and legal
fees for Article 97 are covered within the overall budget. The differences in construction costs at different fees for Article 97 are covered within the overall budget. The differences
in construction costs at different fees for Article 97 are covered within the overall budget. The differences in construction costs at different
locations are integrated into the costs. locations are integrated into the costs.
DOCUMENTS:
Announcements and Liaison Reports Announcements and Liaison Reports
TOWN MANAGER REPORT TOWN MANAGER REPORT
1. Town Manager Weekly Update
Ms. Axtell stated that the Town’s Department of Public Works was recognized by the New England
Chapter of the American Public Works Association as the Outstanding Department of the Year at the fall
conference. She noted that the elementary students recently voted through the Town Clerk's office for the
dog tag license. Out of a total number of 969 students voting, 473 students voted for the winner of the
acorn shape.
DOCUMENTS
: Weekly update 10.18.25
CONSENT AGENDA
1. Request to Amend: One-Day Liquor License – Galaray House, 1720 Massachusetts Ave
'First Friday' Art Event - Thursday, December 5, 2024, from 5:00pm - 8:00pm.
To approve the amended hours on Galaray House's One-Day Liquor License for their 'First Friday' event
to now read December 5, 2024, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
2 Approve: One-Day Liquor License – Spectacle Management, Inc., 1605 Massachusetts Avenue
Cary Hall Concert Series:
November 11, 2024 - Jesse Cook
November 24, 2024 - Daniel O'Donnell
December 11, 2024 - Big Bad Voodoo Daddy
December 12, 2024 - Irish Tenors
December 20, 2024 - Canadian Brass
To approve five One-Day Liquor Licenses for Spectacle Management, Inc. to serve beer and wine in the To approve five One-Day Liquor Licenses for Spectacle Management, Inc. to serve beer
and wine in the To approve five One-Day Liquor Licenses for Spectacle Management, Inc. to serve beer and wine in the
lobby of Cary Memorial Building, 1605 Massachusetts Avenue, for the purpose of their concert series. lobby of Cary Memorial Building, 1605 Massachusetts Avenue, for the purpose of their
concert series. lobby of Cary Memorial Building, 1605 Massachusetts Avenue, for the purpose of their concert series.
3. Approve: One-Day Liquor License – Monroe Center for the Arts, 1403 Massachusetts Avenue Approve: One-Day Liquor License – Monroe Center for the Arts, 1403 Massachusetts Avenue Approve:
One-Day Liquor License – Monroe Center for the Arts, 1403 Massachusetts Avenue
Off Beat Tap Company- Seasonal Suites Jazz Event: Friday, November 1, 2024, from 7:30 Off Beat Tap Company- Seasonal Suites Jazz Event: Friday, November 1, 2024, from 7:30 Off Beat Tap
Company- Seasonal Suites Jazz Event: Friday, November 1, 2024, from 7:30 Off Beat Tap Company- Seasonal Suites Jazz Event: Friday, November 1, 2024, from 7:30
pm - 9:00 pm.
To approve a One-Day Liquor License for the Monroe Center for the Arts, 1403 Massachusetts Avenue, To approve a One-Day Liquor License for the Monroe Center for the Arts, 1403 Massachusetts
Avenue, To approve a One-Day Liquor License for the Monroe Center for the Arts, 1403 Massachusetts Avenue,
to serve cocktails from 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm on Friday, November 1, 2024. to serve cocktails from 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm on Friday, November 1, 2024. to serve cocktails from 7:30 pm to 9:00
pm on Friday, November 1, 2024. to serve cocktails from 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm on Friday, November 1, 2024.
4. Approve: One-Day Liquor License – Access Sports America, 453 Concord Avenue Approve: One-Day Liquor License – Access Sports America, 453 Concord Avenue Approve: One-Day Liquor License
– Access Sports America, 453 Concord Avenue
Fundraiser - Thursday, November 14, 2024, from 6:00 - 9:00 pm. Fundraiser - Thursday, November 14, 2024, from 6:00 - 9:00 pm. Fundraiser - Thursday, November 14, 2024, from 6:00 -
9:00 pm.
To approve a One-Day Liquor License for Access Sports America, 453 Concord Avenue, to serve beer To approve a One-Day Liquor License for Access Sports America, 453 Concord Avenue, to
serve beer To approve a One-Day Liquor License for Access Sports America, 453 Concord Avenue, to serve beer To approve a One-Day Liquor License for Access Sports America, 453 Concord
Avenue, to serve beer
and wine from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm on Thursday, November 14, 2024. and wine from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm on Thursday, November 14, 2024. and wine from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm on Thursday, November
14, 2024. and wine from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm on Thursday, November 14, 2024.
5. Approve Select Board Minutes Approve Select Board Minutes Approve Select Board Minutes
September 19, 2024, Summit September 19, 2024, Summit September 19, 2024, Summit
September 23, 2024, Select Board September 23, 2024, Select Board September 23, 2024, Select Board
October 7, 2024, Select Board October 7, 2024, Select Board
To approve and release the following minutes: To approve and release the following minutes:
September 19, 2024, Summit September 19, 2024, Summit
September 23, 2024, Select Board September 23, 2024, Select Board
October 7, 2024, Select Board October 7, 2024, Select Board
DOCUMENTS:
DRAFT 09192024-Summit Minutes, DRAFT 09232024 Select Board Minutes, DRAFT
10072024 Select Board Minutes
6. Approve and Sign Eagle Scout Commendation Letters – Marc Haddad & Thomas Trout
To approve and sign a letter of commendation congratulating Marc Haddad and Thomas Trout of BSA
160 for attaining the highest rank of Eagle in scouting.
DOCUMENTS:
Eagle Letter - Thomas Trout, Eagle Letter - Marc Haddad
7. Approve Town Manager Committee Reappointment Commission on Disability - Victoria
Buckley
To confirm the Interim Town Manager's reappointment of Victoria Buckley to the Commission on
Disability with a term set to expire October 30, 2027.
8. Approve and Sign Proclamation – National First Responders Day National First Responders Day
- Monday, October 28, 2024.
To approve and sign a proclamation recognizing October 28, 2024, as National First Responders Day in To approve and sign a proclamation recognizing October 28, 2024, as National First
Responders Day in
the Town of Lexington.
DOCUMENTS:
2024 First Responders Day October 2024 2024 First Responders Day October 2024 2024 First Responders Day October 2024
VOTE
: Upon a motion duly made and seconded, the Select Board voted by roll call 5-0 to : Upon a motion duly made and seconded, the Select Board voted by roll call 5-0 to : Upon a motion
duly made and seconded, the Select Board voted by roll call 5-0 to : Upon a motion duly made and seconded, the Select Board voted by roll call 5-0 to approve the
Consent Agenda.
ITEMS FOR INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION
1. Grant of Location - National Grid - 73 Waltham Street Grant of Location - National Grid - 73 Waltham Street Grant of Location - National Grid - 73 Waltham Street
Extension of gas main from Vinebrook Road onto Waltham Street Extension of gas main from Vinebrook Road onto Waltham Street Extension of gas main from Vinebrook Road onto Waltham Street
Service line from extension to back of 73 Waltham Street Service line from extension to back of 73 Waltham Street Service line from extension to back of 73 Waltham Street
Mr. Lucente opened the public hearing at 9:17am. Mr. Lucente opened the public hearing at 9:17am. Mr. Lucente opened the public hearing at 9:17am.
Mr. Lucente explained that National Grid is seeking a Grant of Location in the Town's right of way to Mr. Lucente explained that National Grid is seeking a Grant of Location in the Town's
right of way to Mr. Lucente explained that National Grid is seeking a Grant of Location in the Town's right of way to
install approximately 175’ of 6” plastic main extending from the existing 6” plastic main in Vine Brook install approximately 175’ of 6” plastic main extending from the existing 6” plastic
main in Vine Brook install approximately 175’ of 6” plastic main extending from the existing 6” plastic main in Vine Brook
Road to Waltham Street and install up to approximately 240’ of 2” plastic service extending around the Road to Waltham Street and install up to approximately 240’ of 2” plastic service
extending around the Road to Waltham Street and install up to approximately 240’ of 2” plastic service extending around the Road to Waltham Street and install up to approximately 240’
of 2” plastic service extending around the
western side of the building at 73 Waltham Street from the proposed main extension 6” plastic main in western side of the building at 73 Waltham Street from the proposed main extension
6” plastic main in western side of the building at 73 Waltham Street from the proposed main extension 6” plastic main in western side of the building at 73 Waltham Street from the proposed
main extension 6” plastic main in
Waltham Street, Lexington. This grant of location request from National Grid is related to Verizon’s Waltham Street, Lexington. This grant of location request from National Grid is related
to Verizon’s Waltham Street, Lexington. This grant of location request from National Grid is related to Verizon’s Waltham Street, Lexington. This grant of location request from National
Grid is related to Verizon’s
project to install a Fuel Cell at the rear of 73 Waltham Street. Engineering has reviewed this application project to install a Fuel Cell at the rear of 73 Waltham Street. Engineering
has reviewed this application project to install a Fuel Cell at the rear of 73 Waltham Street. Engineering has reviewed this application
and has no objections to work being done in the right of way. National Grid will be required to get all and has no objections to work being done in the right of way. National Grid will
be required to get all and has no objections to work being done in the right of way. National Grid will be required to get all
necessary permits from Town Departments related to this grant of location work. necessary permits from Town Departments related to this grant of location work. necessary permits from
Town Departments related to this grant of location work.
Mr. Sandeen asked if Verizon has applied for building and electrical permit. He asked if there has been a Mr. Sandeen asked if Verizon has applied for building and electrical permit.
He asked if there has been a
fire safety review, or an emergency management plan approved. He asked if the Health Department fire safety review, or an emergency management plan approved. He asked if the Health Department
reviewed the plans to store hazardous materials on site, which are required for this installation. He asked reviewed the plans to store hazardous materials on site, which are required
for this installation. He asked
if Verizon has informed the neighboring businesses and local residents of their plans to install something if Verizon has informed the neighboring businesses and local residents of their
plans to install something
that is essentially a power plant in the center of Lexington. Mary Mulroney, National Grid, explained that that is essentially a power plant in the center of Lexington. Mary Mulroney,
National Grid, explained that
the grant is needed in order to then apply for permits. She noted that Bloom Energy will be the company
doing this work.
John Livsey, Town Engineer, stated that staff does not have concern with the work proposed in the
roadway and will be issuing a permit, if the grant is approved. The permit will give specific requirements
for road repairs and etc. The Engineering Department has no oversight or jurisdiction on the fuel cell
concerns. This would be handled by the Building Commissioner.
Ms. Barry asked about the timeline for the project, if action is not taken by the Board this evening. She
asked for additional information from Verizon.
Ms. Katzenback stated that there is no precursor of having an approved grant of location before the
applicant can apply for the building and electrical permit. The Building Commissioner recommended the
applicant apply. Staff and National Grid tried to pass this information along to Bloom Energy but it is
unclear if they have yet applied.
Mr. Lucente, upon hearing from Mr. Livsey, stated that there appears to be time for the Board’s questions
to be answered before voting on this item. It was agreed that the Board would not take action on this item
at this time.
The hearing was closed at 9:31am.
DOCUMENTS:
National Grid Grant of Location Peition, PlansNational Grid Grant of Location Peition, Plans
2. Noise Bylaw Special Permit - Pleasant Street
Mr. Lucente opened the hearing at 9:32am. He explained that the DPW-Engineering Division along with Mr. Lucente opened the hearing at 9:32am. He explained that the DPW-Engineering Division
along with Mr. Lucente opened the hearing at 9:32am. He explained that the DPW-Engineering Division along with
the contractor Unified Construction is nearing completion of the Pleasant Street roadway, sidewalk, and the contractor Unified Construction is nearing completion of the Pleasant Street
roadway, sidewalk, and the contractor Unified Construction is nearing completion of the Pleasant Street roadway, sidewalk, and
intersection improvements project.
Mr. Livsey stated that the limits of this work are along Pleasant Street, from Follen Road to Watertown Mr. Livsey stated that the limits of this work are along Pleasant Street, from
Follen Road to Watertown Mr. Livsey stated that the limits of this work are along Pleasant Street, from Follen Road to Watertown Mr. Livsey stated that the limits of this work are along
Pleasant Street, from Follen Road to Watertown
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Street. The current intent is for the top course paving to occur during the day on Monday, November 4Street. The current intent is for the top course paving to occur during the day on
Monday, November 4Street. The current intent is for the top course paving to occur during the day on Monday, November 4Street. The current intent is for the top course paving to occur
during the day on Monday, November 4.
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However, the request is to secure Sunday, November 3However, the request is to secure Sunday, November 3 from 5pm-7am as a backup date. The hearing from 5pm-7am as a backup date. The
hearing
notice was delivered to abutters within 300’ of the proposed work area as well as advertised in the notice was delivered to abutters within 300’ of the proposed work area as well as
advertised in the notice was delivered to abutters within 300’ of the proposed work area as well as advertised in the
Lexington Minuteman Newspaper. In advance of paving, all abutters will be notified of the exact date and Lexington Minuteman Newspaper. In advance of paving, all abutters will be notified
of the exact date and Lexington Minuteman Newspaper. In advance of paving, all abutters will be notified of the exact date and
there will be an interactive information page available. there will be an interactive information page available. there will be an interactive information page available.
Mr. Pato noted that the audible rumble strips for people crossing with visual impairments are set at a Mr. Pato noted that the audible rumble strips for people crossing with visual impairments
are set at a Mr. Pato noted that the audible rumble strips for people crossing with visual impairments are set at a
diagonal on the intersection of Pleasant Street and Follen Road, which leads them into the middle of the diagonal on the intersection of Pleasant Street and Follen Road, which leads
them into the middle of the diagonal on the intersection of Pleasant Street and Follen Road, which leads them into the middle of the
intersection instead of to the crosswalk. Mr. Livsey explained that there is no legal requirement for this to intersection instead of to the crosswalk. Mr. Livsey explained that there
is no legal requirement for this to intersection instead of to the crosswalk. Mr. Livsey explained that there is no legal requirement for this to
be perpendicular to the road crossing. This is done whenever physically possible but oftentimes, the angle be perpendicular to the road crossing. This is done whenever physically possible
but oftentimes, the angle be perpendicular to the road crossing. This is done whenever physically possible but oftentimes, the angle be perpendicular to the road crossing. This is done
whenever physically possible but oftentimes, the angle
of the street coming into it keeps this from being perfectly square and forces it to be skewed. of the street coming into it keeps this from being perfectly square and forces it to be
skewed. of the street coming into it keeps this from being perfectly square and forces it to be skewed. of the street coming into it keeps this from being perfectly square and forces
it to be skewed.
Mr. Sandeen expressed concern with the proposed road construction noise occurring that late into the Mr. Sandeen expressed concern with the proposed road construction noise occurring
that late into the Mr. Sandeen expressed concern with the proposed road construction noise occurring that late into the
night, but is encouraged by fact that this is only a backup plan. night, but is encouraged by fact that this is only a backup plan. night, but is encouraged by fact that this is only
a backup plan.
Ms. Barry asked about the detour proposed for this work. Mr. Livsey agreed that this is a difficult area to Ms. Barry asked about the detour proposed for this work. Mr. Livsey agreed
that this is a difficult area to
detour, but staff has done this before successfully. Ms. Barry noted that she has concerns with this detour detour, but staff has done this before successfully. Ms. Barry noted that
she has concerns with this detour
during the day. While she is also concerned about the noise at night, it may be a balance with the during the day. While she is also concerned about the noise at night, it may be a balance
with the
significant detour needed during the day. She would be in favor of the night work. Ms. Hai agreed. Mr. significant detour needed during the day. She would be in favor of the night work.
Ms. Hai agreed. Mr.
Livsey explained that the priority cannot be swapped due to the temperatures needed (40 degrees and Livsey explained that the priority cannot be swapped due to the temperatures needed
(40 degrees and
rising) in order to complete the work.
The Board asked that all major entities impacted by this proposal have it made clear to them that this
work will likely take place in the daytime and with the least amount of impact possible.
The hearing was closed at 9:47am.
VOTE
: Upon a motion duly made and seconded, the Select Board voted by roll call 5-0 to approve : Upon a motion duly made and seconded, the Select Board voted by roll call 5-0 to approve
a
Noise Bylaw Special Permit for DPW-Engineering/Unified Construction for evening work to be
conducted during the hours between 5:00pm Sunday, November 3, 2024, to 7:00am Monday, November
4, 2024.
DOCUMENTS:
Noise bylaw waiver request
3. Liquor License Amendment - Lexington Liquors Corp - 7 Depot Square - DBA Change and
Pledge of License
Mr. Lucente explained that Lexington Liquors Corp, located at 7 Depot Square, has submitted all the
necessary paperwork needed to request a change of their D/B/A name from Lexington Liquors to
Lexington Market and Liquors on their All Alcohol Package Store Liquor License and also for their Lexington Market and Liquors on their All Alcohol Package Store Liquor License and also
for their
request for a pledge of license and inventory as collateral for their bank loan. The applicant has confirmed request for a pledge of license and inventory as collateral for their bank
loan. The applicant has confirmed
that while the store name is being updated to include the word ‘Market,’ their business model is still an that while the store name is being updated to include the word ‘Market,’ their
business model is still an
Alcohol Package store, selling some pre-packaged food items. The applicant affirms they will continue to Alcohol Package store, selling some pre-packaged food items. The applicant affirms
they will continue to
comply with the Select Board Alcohol Regulations for Package Stores. comply with the Select Board Alcohol Regulations for Package Stores. comply with the Select Board Alcohol Regulations
for Package Stores.
Mr. Matthew Porter, legal counsel for the applicant, explained that this is a rebranding. Liquor sales will Mr. Matthew Porter, legal counsel for the applicant, explained that this is
a rebranding. Liquor sales will Mr. Matthew Porter, legal counsel for the applicant, explained that this is a rebranding. Liquor sales will
still be well above 50% of the gross sales.
VOTE
: Upon a motion duly made and seconded, the Select Board voted by roll call 5-0 to approve the: Upon a motion duly made and seconded, the Select Board voted by roll call 5-0 to approve
the: Upon a motion duly made and seconded, the Select Board voted by roll call 5-0 to approve the: Upon a motion duly made and seconded, the Select Board voted by roll call 5-0 to approve
the
Lexington Liquors Corp application for a change of D/B/A to amend their All Alcohol Package Store Lexington Liquors Corp application for a change of D/B/A to amend their All Alcohol
Package Store Lexington Liquors Corp application for a change of D/B/A to amend their All Alcohol Package Store Lexington Liquors Corp application for a change of D/B/A to amend their
All Alcohol Package Store
Liquor License to Lexington Liquors Corp d/b/a Lexington Market and Liquors at 7 Depot Square; and Liquor License to Lexington Liquors Corp d/b/a Lexington Market and Liquors at 7 Depot
Square; and Liquor License to Lexington Liquors Corp d/b/a Lexington Market and Liquors at 7 Depot Square; and Liquor License to Lexington Liquors Corp d/b/a Lexington Market and Liquors
at 7 Depot Square; and
further to approve the Lexington Liquors Corp application for the Pledge of License and Inventory. further to approve the Lexington Liquors Corp application for the Pledge of License
and Inventory. further to approve the Lexington Liquors Corp application for the Pledge of License and Inventory.
DOCUMENTS:
Liquor Amendment Application, Copy of Store Layout PlanLiquor Amendment Application, Copy of Store Layout PlanLiquor Amendment Application, Copy of Store Layout Plan
4. Discussion on the Building Decarbonization Roadmap Discussion on the Building Decarbonization Roadmap Discussion on the Building Decarbonization Roadmap
Maggie Peard, Sustainability and Resilience Officer, explained that one of the requirements to become a Maggie Peard, Sustainability and Resilience Officer, explained that one of the
requirements to become a Maggie Peard, Sustainability and Resilience Officer, explained that one of the requirements to become a
designated Climate Leader Community is to have a municipal decarbonization roadmap – a plan to show designated Climate Leader Community is to have a municipal decarbonization roadmap
– a plan to show designated Climate Leader Community is to have a municipal decarbonization roadmap – a plan to show
how the Town will achieve net zero emissions by 2050 for its own operations. She, along with staff from how the Town will achieve net zero emissions by 2050 for its own operations. She,
along with staff from how the Town will achieve net zero emissions by 2050 for its own operations. She, along with staff from how the Town will achieve net zero emissions by 2050 for
its own operations. She, along with staff from
Facilities, Public Works, Fire, and Police Departments, have been working with PowerOptions to develop Facilities, Public Works, Fire, and Police Departments, have been working with
PowerOptions to develop Facilities, Public Works, Fire, and Police Departments, have been working with PowerOptions to develop Facilities, Public Works, Fire, and Police Departments,
have been working with PowerOptions to develop
a roadmap that is focused on fleet and building decarbonization. a roadmap that is focused on fleet and building decarbonization. a roadmap that is focused on fleet and building decarbonization.
Michelle Gardiner, PowerOptions, presented the roadmap draft. Michelle Gardiner, PowerOptions, presented the roadmap draft. Michelle Gardiner, PowerOptions, presented the roadmap draft.
Mr. Sandeen stated he felt that the roadmap draft is excellent and is especially pleased with the priorities Mr. Sandeen stated he felt that the roadmap draft is excellent and is especially
pleased with the priorities
that have been established, including identifying the charging infrastructure needed to accompany the that have been established, including identifying the charging infrastructure needed
to accompany the
Town’s Fleet Electrification Plan. Mr. Sandeen suggested that Level 2 charging infrastructure has a Town’s Fleet Electrification Plan. Mr. Sandeen suggested that Level 2 charging infrastructure
has a
broader charging range than stated in the draft document. Mr. Lucente agreed that there are some broader charging range than stated in the draft document. Mr. Lucente agreed that there
are some
assumptions in the roadmap regarding government subsidies and funding, but there is a question as to assumptions in the roadmap regarding government subsidies and funding, but there
is a question as to
what may happen if those incentives disappear. He asked how the roadmap will be adapted in the future
based on upcoming technology. Ms. Peard noted that the roadmap should likely be reexamined on a
regular basis during the capital planning process. Ms. Gardiner agreed that every three years may be a
reasonable review timeline.
DOCUMENTS:
Lexington Climate Leader Roadmap
5. Special Town Meeting - 2024-1 - Article 9: Resolution - Design Process of Crematory at
Westview Cemetery (Citizen Petition)
Anil Ahuja and Sanjay Padaki presented Article 9. This is a request for Town Meeting to indicate to staff
to explore a crematory at Westview Cemetery. The four points for this Article are that cremations
continue to increase throughout the US compared to what was reviewed during the Ad Hoc Committee
report; cremations offer a more economic option to residents; there is an increasing local need for a
crematory; and a local crematory will afford all residents an equitable right. There were nearly 300
signatures obtained for this Citizen’s Petition.
Ms. Barry stated that, having served as the chair of the Ad Hoc Crematory Committee, she appreciates an
update on the need for crematory services in the area and everyone who signed the Citizen’s Petition,
however, she is concerned about a Citizen’s Petition requesting design funding for a capital structure that
is not in the current capital plan. There is instead an opportunity to discuss bringing this item into the is not in the current capital plan. There is instead an opportunity to discuss
bringing this item into the
capital plan by reconstituting the Ad Hoc Committee to bring new information forward. capital plan by reconstituting the Ad Hoc Committee to bring new information forward.
Mr. Pato stated that this is not a budget request at this time. This is a request for Town leadership to Mr. Pato stated that this is not a budget request at this time. This is a request
for Town leadership to
develop a budget request. There seems to be community interest and need, and this is a worthy request develop a budget request. There seems to be community interest and need, and this
is a worthy request develop a budget request. There seems to be community interest and need, and this is a worthy request
that he supports.
Ms. Hai stated that it feels appropriate to revisit the Ad Hoc Committee’s results at this time. It is unclear Ms. Hai stated that it feels appropriate to revisit the Ad Hoc Committee’s
results at this time. It is unclear Ms. Hai stated that it feels appropriate to revisit the Ad Hoc Committee’s results at this time. It is unclear
if this proposal is the best way to do that. She would like a Committee to update the research prior to if this proposal is the best way to do that. She would like a Committee to update
the research prior to if this proposal is the best way to do that. She would like a Committee to update the research prior to
bringing this forward.
Mr. Lucente stated that, while chairing the Ad Hoc Committee, he learned about what it takes for this Mr. Lucente stated that, while chairing the Ad Hoc Committee, he learned about what
it takes for this Mr. Lucente stated that, while chairing the Ad Hoc Committee, he learned about what it takes for this Mr. Lucente stated that, while chairing the Ad Hoc Committee,
he learned about what it takes for this
type of business to be fiscally sustainable. He would need to know more about what has changed with the type of business to be fiscally sustainable. He would need to know more about
what has changed with the type of business to be fiscally sustainable. He would need to know more about what has changed with the
economics of this type of business in order to move forward. economics of this type of business in order to move forward.
Mr. Sandeen agreed with Mr. Lucente’s comments. He stated that the accelerating trends presented by the Mr. Sandeen agreed with Mr. Lucente’s comments. He stated that the accelerating
trends presented by the Mr. Sandeen agreed with Mr. Lucente’s comments. He stated that the accelerating trends presented by the Mr. Sandeen agreed with Mr. Lucente’s comments. He stated
that the accelerating trends presented by the
proponents are compelling. However, his recollection from the previous Ad Hoc Committee report on this proponents are compelling. However, his recollection from the previous Ad Hoc Committee
report on this proponents are compelling. However, his recollection from the previous Ad Hoc Committee report on this proponents are compelling. However, his recollection from the previous
Ad Hoc Committee report on this
topic was that establishing a crematorium would be difficult from a business perspective. He would like topic was that establishing a crematorium would be difficult from a business perspective.
He would like topic was that establishing a crematorium would be difficult from a business perspective. He would like
to take another look at the business case to see whether the trends justify moving forward. He would also to take another look at the business case to see whether the trends justify
moving forward. He would also to take another look at the business case to see whether the trends justify moving forward. He would also
like to hear from Town staff regarding potential construction costs. like to hear from Town staff regarding potential construction costs. like to hear from Town staff regarding potential
construction costs.
Mr. Padaki stated that the design appropriation for FY26 came up at the Appropriation Committee Mr. Padaki stated that the design appropriation for FY26 came up at the Appropriation
Committee Mr. Padaki stated that the design appropriation for FY26 came up at the Appropriation Committee Mr. Padaki stated that the design appropriation for FY26 came up at the Appropriation
Committee
meeting yesterday. It appears as though it may be too late to include this in the FY26 budget. There was a meeting yesterday. It appears as though it may be too late to include this
in the FY26 budget. There was a meeting yesterday. It appears as though it may be too late to include this in the FY26 budget. There was a
proposal to amend that language in the motion. From a business model perspective, given the costs proposal to amend that language in the motion. From a business model perspective, given
the costs proposal to amend that language in the motion. From a business model perspective, given the costs
differences between a burial and a cremation, this will never be a financially sustainable model. Thus, the differences between a burial and a cremation, this will never be a financially
sustainable model. Thus, the differences between a burial and a cremation, this will never be a financially sustainable model. Thus, the
capital investment needs to be justified in other ways, such as the trend increases in cremations. capital investment needs to be justified in other ways, such as the trend increases
in cremations. capital investment needs to be justified in other ways, such as the trend increases in cremations.
Mr. Lucente stated that the proposed FY27 appropriation in the motion seems reasonable. Ms. Barry and Mr. Lucente stated that the proposed FY27 appropriation in the motion seems reasonable.
Ms. Barry and
Ms. Hai agreed with advancing this to FY27 and suggested including language regarding reconstituting Ms. Hai agreed with advancing this to FY27 and suggested including language regarding
reconstituting
the Ad Hoc Crematory Committee to update their work. the Ad Hoc Crematory Committee to update their work.
DOCUMENTS:
Article 9 Crematory Motion, Article 9 Crematory Presentation
6. Special Town Meeting 2024-1 - Select Board Article Positions
The Board discussed Article positions and the concept of a report to Town Meeting.
Mr. Pato stated that the Board has been hearing concerns from members of the community regarding
growth of the Town. In order to better communicate with the community on this topic, he recommended
drafting a scope of concerns and potential approaches to be taken. He also suggested that the report to
Town Meeting could include responses from Board members in writing on the Citizen’s Petition Articles.
Mr. Sandeen and Ms. Hai suggested that the report focus on a recognition of the scope of the issues we
will be addressing, allowing for additional opportunity for public feedback, while not addressing what
will be done as this may yet be premature.
Ms. Barry noted that the Board should advise the Planning Board if it plans to make a statement regarding
MBTA Communities. She suggested that a communication portal could also be created for this item.
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The Board agreed to review a draft report at its November 8 meeting.
The Board agreed to place Articles #2 and #6 onto the Consent Agenda.
Regarding Article 7, all Board members took a ‘yes’ position, except for Mr. Sandeen who remained a Regarding Article 7, all Board members took a ‘yes’ position, except for Mr. Sandeen
who remained a
‘wait.’
DOCUMENTS:
Select Board Working Document - Positions STM 2024-1 Select Board Working Document - Positions STM 2024-1 Select Board Working Document - Positions STM 2024-1
ADJOURN
VOTE
: Upon a motion duly made and seconded, the Select Board voted by roll call 5-0 to adjourn at : Upon a motion duly made and seconded, the Select Board voted by roll call 5-0 to adjourn
at : Upon a motion duly made and seconded, the Select Board voted by roll call 5-0 to adjourn at : Upon a motion duly made and seconded, the Select Board voted by roll call 5-0 to adjourn
at
10:58am. 10:58am.
A true record; Attest:
Kristan Patenaude
Recording Secretary
SELECT BOARD MEETING
November 8, 2024
A meeting of the Lexington Select Board was called to order at 9:00a.m. on Friday, November 8, A meeting of the Lexington Select Board was called to order at 9:00a.m. on Friday, November
8,
2024, via a remote meeting platform.2024, via a remote meeting platform.Mr. Lucente, Chair; Mr. Pato, Ms. Barry, Ms. Hai, and Mr. Mr. Lucente, Chair; Mr. Pato, Ms. Barry, Ms. Hai, and
Mr.
Sandeen, were present, as well as Steve Bartha, Town Manager, Kelly Axtell, Deputy Town Manager; Sandeen, were present, as well as Steve Bartha, Town Manager, Kelly Axtell, Deputy Town
Manager;
and Ms. Katzenback, Executive Clerk.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Peter Kelley, 24 Forest Street, confirmed that he would be able to speak on Article items #7 and #8 later Peter Kelley, 24 Forest Street, confirmed that he would be able to speak on
Article items #7 and #8 later
in the meeting.
SELECT BOARD MEMBER CONCERNS AND LIAISON REPORTS SELECT BOARD MEMBER CONCERNS AND LIAISON REPORTS
1. Select Board Member Announcements and Liaison Reports Select Board Member Announcements and Liaison Reports Select Board Member Announcements and Liaison Reports
Mr. Sandeen stated that yesterday at the Community Preservation Committee (CPC) meeting, Town Staff Mr. Sandeen stated that yesterday at the Community Preservation Committee (CPC) meeting,
Town Staff Mr. Sandeen stated that yesterday at the Community Preservation Committee (CPC) meeting, Town Staff
submitted a financial analysis showing that the projected CPA revenue for this year will be approximately submitted a financial analysis showing that the projected CPA revenue for this
year will be approximately submitted a financial analysis showing that the projected CPA revenue for this year will be approximately
$8.1M, including the State match Staff also prepared a summary of this year's applications for CPA Staff also prepared a summary of this year's applications for CPA Staff also prepared
a summary of this year's applications for CPA
funding totaling approximately $13.1M. This is a difference of approximately $5M. The Capital funding totaling approximately $13.1M. This is a difference of approximately $5M. The Capital
funding totaling approximately $13.1M. This is a difference of approximately $5M. The Capital funding totaling approximately $13.1M. This is a difference of approximately $5M. The Capital
Expenditures Committee also previously recommended that CPC avoid incurring debt to fund these Expenditures Committee also previously recommended that CPC avoid incurring debt to fund
these Expenditures Committee also previously recommended that CPC avoid incurring debt to fund these
projects.
Mr. Sandeen stated that the Affordable Housing Trust met yesterday with Town Counsel in Executive Mr. Sandeen stated that the Affordable Housing Trust met yesterday with Town Counsel
in Executive Mr. Sandeen stated that the Affordable Housing Trust met yesterday with Town Counsel in Executive Mr. Sandeen stated that the Affordable Housing Trust met yesterday with
Town Counsel in Executive
Session to discuss parcel 68-44. The Affordable Housing Trust is expected to schedule additional Session to discuss parcel 68-44. The Affordable Housing Trust is expected to schedule
additional Session to discuss parcel 68-44. The Affordable Housing Trust is expected to schedule additional Session to discuss parcel 68-44. The Affordable Housing Trust is expected
to schedule additional
executive sessions over the next two weeks on the same topic, prior to making a recommendation to the executive sessions over the next two weeks on the same topic, prior to making a
recommendation to the executive sessions over the next two weeks on the same topic, prior to making a recommendation to the
Select Board.
Ms. Barry stated that the Recreation Committee met three times this week. At their third meeting, Ms. Barry stated that the Recreation Committee met three times this week. At their third
meeting, Ms. Barry stated that the Recreation Committee met three times this week. At their third meeting, Ms. Barry stated that the Recreation Committee met three times this week.
At their third meeting,
Wednesday night, they were unable to reach quorum and were planning to discuss the amendment Wednesday night, they were unable to reach quorum and were planning to discuss the amendment
Wednesday night, they were unable to reach quorum and were planning to discuss the amendment Wednesday night, they were unable to reach quorum and were planning to discuss the amendment
proposed for Article Seven. This will instead be discussed on Tuesday. proposed for Article Seven. This will instead be discussed on Tuesday. proposed for Article Seven. This will
instead be discussed on Tuesday. proposed for Article Seven. This will instead be discussed on Tuesday.
Ms. Barry congratulated Sal Frelick for successfully winning his first Golden GloveMs. Barry congratulated Sal Frelick for successfully winning his first Golden GloveMs. Barry congratulated
Sal Frelick for successfully winning his first Golden Gloveduring his first full
year in Major League Baseball for Milwaukee Brewers. year in Major League Baseball for Milwaukee Brewers. year in Major League Baseball for Milwaukee Brewers.
Mr. Lucente noted that this is the Board’s first official meeting with Town Manager Bartha. The Board Mr. Lucente noted that this is the Board’s first official meeting with Town Manager
Bartha. The Board
welcomed Mr. Bartha. welcomed Mr. Bartha.
TOWN MANAGER REPORT TOWN MANAGER REPORT
1. Town Manager Weekly Update
Mr. Bartha stated that he has met with a few Staff members and is excited to continue in the position and
meet additional Staff members.
DOCUMENTS
: Weekly Update 11-1-24
CONSENT AGENDA
1. Approve One-Day Liquor License – First Parish in Lexington, 7 Harrington Road
Voices on the Green Event: Friday, November 22, 2024, from 6:00pm - 9:30pm.
To approve a One-Day Liquor License for the First Parish in Lexington to serve beer and wine at7
Harrington Road on November 22, 2024, from 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm.
2. Accept Select Board Committee Resignations
Greenways Corridor Committee - Yifang Gong
Town Celebrations Committee - Yifang Gong
To accept the resignation of Yifang Gong from the Greenways Corridor Committee & the Town
Celebrations Committee, effective immediately.
DOCUMENTS:
2024 Resignation - Greenways Corridor & Town Celebrations Committee From Y. 2024 Resignation - Greenways Corridor & Town Celebrations Committee From Y.
Gong_Redacted
3. Approve and Sign Proclamation – Employee Recognition Day Approve and Sign Proclamation – Employee Recognition Day Approve and Sign Proclamation – Employee Recognition Day
Employee Recognition Day- Tuesday, November 26, 2024. Employee Recognition Day- Tuesday, November 26, 2024. Employee Recognition Day- Tuesday, November 26, 2024.
To approve and sign a proclamation for Employee Recognition Day to honor all Town employees and to To approve and sign a proclamation for Employee Recognition Day to honor all Town employees
and to To approve and sign a proclamation for Employee Recognition Day to honor all Town employees and to
recognize those employees with 10, 15, 20, 25, 30 and 40 years of service. recognize those employees with 10, 15, 20, 25, 30 and 40 years of service.
DOCUMENTS:
Employee Recognition Day Employee Recognition Day
VOTE
: Upon a motion duly made and seconded, the Select Board voted by roll call 5-0 to : Upon a motion duly made and seconded, the Select Board voted by roll call 5-0 to : Upon a motion
duly made and seconded, the Select Board voted by roll call 5-0 to : Upon a motion duly made and seconded, the Select Board voted by roll call 5-0 to approve the
Consent Agenda.
ITEMS FOR INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION ITEMS FOR INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION ITEMS FOR INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION
1. Update on Lead and Copper Replacement Program Update on Lead and Copper Replacement Program Update on Lead and Copper Replacement Program
Dave Pavlik, Superintendent of Water and Sewer,Dave Pavlik, Superintendent of Water and Sewer,Dave Pavlik, Superintendent of Water and Sewer,and Tyler Schmidt, Environmental Partners,
updated and Tyler Schmidt, Environmental Partners, updated
the Board on the steps Staff is taking to stay in compliance with DEP on Lead and Copper. Specifically, the Board on the steps Staff is taking to stay in compliance with DEP on Lead
and Copper. Specifically, the Board on the steps Staff is taking to stay in compliance with DEP on Lead and Copper. Specifically, the Board on the steps Staff is taking to stay in compliance
with DEP on Lead and Copper. Specifically,
there was discussion regarding the material survey of the Town’s water services, and the requirements for there was discussion regarding the material survey of the Town’s water services,
and the requirements for there was discussion regarding the material survey of the Town’s water services, and the requirements for there was discussion regarding the material survey
of the Town’s water services, and the requirements for
residential notification and other regulations that the Town is required to meet. The EPA’s new Lead and residential notification and other regulations that the Town is required to meet.
The EPA’s new Lead and residential notification and other regulations that the Town is required to meet. The EPA’s new Lead and
Copper Rule revisions took effect on October 16, 2024. Among those new rules was a requirement to Copper Rule revisions took effect on October 16, 2024. Among those new rules was a requirement
to Copper Rule revisions took effect on October 16, 2024. Among those new rules was a requirement to
submit an initial inventory of all of the materials of the water services to buildings to Mass DEP by that submit an initial inventory of all of the materials of the water services to
buildings to Mass DEP by that submit an initial inventory of all of the materials of the water services to buildings to Mass DEP by that
same date. The survey was submitted on behalf of the Town and Lexington is compliant with the Lead same date. The survey was submitted on behalf of the Town and Lexington is compliant
with the Lead same date. The survey was submitted on behalf of the Town and Lexington is compliant with the Lead
and Copper Rule revisions. and Copper Rule revisions.
Mr. Schmidt reviewed the public materials associated with this project, including an interactive map. Mr. Schmidt reviewed the public materials associated with this project, including
an interactive map.
DOCUMENTS:
LCRR GR Letter Template, LCRR RR Letter Template, LCRR unknown Letter LCRR GR Letter Template, LCRR RR Letter Template, LCRR unknown Letter
template, Lexington LSLR project memo
2. Update on Stone Building and Next Steps
Mike Cronin, Director of Facilities, explained that, at Annual Town Meeting 2023, $400,000 was
appointed through Article 10a for the hiring of an architect to help identify uses for the Stone Building.In
the fall of 2023, Spencer Preservation Group was hired and has been working on this project.
Lynne Stanley and Doug Manly, Spencer Preservation Group, presented an update to the Board. There
have been several ideas submitted for this building. The second floor could be restored for
community/lyceum space, with the building updated to meet code requirements. There is concern for
creating a sustainable operating system for the building. A catering kitchen on the second floor would
help to support functions in the space. The project could be divided into three phases: The first phase
would address the structural and building repairs in the main block, as well as building the “L” addition.
This is estimated at just over $2M, with the assumption of construction in 2026 and 2027. The next phase
would be the internal work in terms of infrastructure, an elevator, mechanical, electrical and fire
protection, and utilities at just over $3.1M. Phase three would be the interior fit out and site work at
$844,000. This results in a combined budget total of $6,060,100. If all done in a single project, the cost
could be $5,471,233.
Mr. Cronin provided a review of several options that the Town had considered a couple years ago. There Mr. Cronin provided a review of several options that the Town had considered a
couple years ago. There
were some original suggestions as to what next steps might be. One idea was to put out an RFP indicating were some original suggestions as to what next steps might be. One idea was to
put out an RFP indicating
what the use might be and how the user group would want the facility to look and operate. Another what the use might be and how the user group would want the facility to look and operate.
Another
request was to determine whether the user group could contribute to the capital expenses needed to request was to determine whether the user group could contribute to the capital expenses
needed to
modify the floor plans for the proposed operation to happen. Another option to consider is whether there modify the floor plans for the proposed operation to happen. Another option to
consider is whether there modify the floor plans for the proposed operation to happen. Another option to consider is whether there
is a possibility that the Town wants to have the entire responsibility to staff this facility. is a possibility that the Town wants to have the entire responsibility to staff this facility.
is a possibility that the Town wants to have the entire responsibility to staff this facility.
Mr. Sandeen stated that the Select Board has been struggling with the chicken and egg nature of this Mr. Sandeen stated that the Select Board has been struggling with the chicken and
egg nature of this Mr. Sandeen stated that the Select Board has been struggling with the chicken and egg nature of this
request and that he has some concerns with appropriating funds prior to having a tenant identified. He request and that he has some concerns with appropriating funds prior to having
a tenant identified. He request and that he has some concerns with appropriating funds prior to having a tenant identified. He
discussed the option of issuing an RFP to select a tenant. He stated that the Town has a precedent and a discussed the option of issuing an RFP to select a tenant. He stated that the
Town has a precedent and a discussed the option of issuing an RFP to select a tenant. He stated that the Town has a precedent and a
successful model for addressing this type of situation from LexFarm10 years ago. We first selected a successful model for addressing this type of situation from LexFarm10 years ago.
We first selected a successful model for addressing this type of situation from LexFarm10 years ago. We first selected a successful model for addressing this type of situation from
LexFarm10 years ago. We first selected a
tenant for the property and then asked them to develop a business plan, so that we could understand tenant for the property and then asked them to develop a business plan, so that we
could understand tenant for the property and then asked them to develop a business plan, so that we could understand tenant for the property and then asked them to develop a business
plan, so that we could understand
whether we had a sustainable business model going forward. whether we had a sustainable business model going forward.
He has concerns with appropriating funds prior to having a tenant identified. His first concern is – He He has concerns with appropriating funds prior to having a tenant identified.
His first concern is – He He has concerns with appropriating funds prior to having a tenant identified. His first concern is – He
would like to see a sustainable financial business model for the facility. His second concern is – if we would like to see a sustainable financial business model for the facility. His
second concern is – if we would like to see a sustainable financial business model for the facility. His second concern is – if we would like to see a sustainable financial business
model for the facility. His second concern is – if we
design the facility with the multiple options presented today without a tenant – we might pick the wrong design the facility with the multiple options presented today without a tenant
– we might pick the wrong design the facility with the multiple options presented today without a tenant – we might pick the wrong design the facility with the multiple options presented
today without a tenant – we might pick the wrong
option and then have to redo the facility or have the tenant move into a facility that they feel constrains option and then have to redo the facility or have the tenant move into a facility
that they feel constrains option and then have to redo the facility or have the tenant move into a facility that they feel constrains
their viability.
Finally, one significant advantage of proceeding with an RFP to select a tenant before allocating funds – Finally, one significant advantage of proceeding with an RFP to select a tenant
before allocating funds – Finally, one significant advantage of proceeding with an RFP to select a tenant before allocating funds – Finally, one significant advantage of proceeding
with an RFP to select a tenant before allocating funds –
is that the tenant organization may be able to raise funds from private sources to cover some of the cost of is that the tenant organization may be able to raise funds from private sources
to cover some of the cost of is that the tenant organization may be able to raise funds from private sources to cover some of the cost of is that the tenant organization may be able
to raise funds from private sources to cover some of the cost of
the renovation and operation of the facility. He would strongly support doing an RFP to select a tenant, the renovation and operation of the facility. He would strongly support doing
an RFP to select a tenant, the renovation and operation of the facility. He would strongly support doing an RFP to select a tenant,
and then have that tenant guide us through the process. The Integrated Building Design and Construction and then have that tenant guide us through the process. The Integrated Building
Design and Construction and then have that tenant guide us through the process. The Integrated Building Design and Construction
Policy also requires that the building occupant participate as a stakeholder as the Town moves through the Policy also requires that the building occupant participate as a stakeholder
as the Town moves through the Policy also requires that the building occupant participate as a stakeholder as the Town moves through the
design phases of a building construction project. design phases of a building construction project. design phases of a building construction project.
Ms. Barry and Ms. Hai echoed Mr. Sandeen’s comments and stated that the Town should look for an Ms. Barry and Ms. Hai echoed Mr. Sandeen’s comments and stated that the Town should look
for an
RFP, business plan, and a private entity with the ability to either contribute, raise, or garner funds in their RFP, business plan, and a private entity with the ability to either contribute,
raise, or garner funds in their
own grant writing capacity. own grant writing capacity.
Mr. Pato agreed and stated that he does not believe the Town should proceed with a capital expense until
there is a clear plan to move forward with a partner. The building will need to be stabilized until there is
an agreed use for the facility.
Mr. Lucente stated that he believes this is one of the rare historic assets of Lexington that needs to be
preserved. He is concerned that if the building sits and continues to deteriorate, a user may not be found.
Active preservation of this building could help find an individual group interested in it.
There was discussion on the Board that this project should be pulled from the CPC for this spring prior to
the RFP process. Ms. Hai stated that she does not support going forward with construction. However,
part of a successful RFP can be having available plans that show a viable path forward.
Ms. Barry noted that there is some Semiquincentennial money at the federal level for preservation grants
and this building would qualify. The Town may want to look further into this.
Dawn McKenna, 9 Hancock Street, stated that she believes the Town needs to make a commitment to pay
for the building that it owns. The Town could apply for the CPA money, and in the meantime, put out an
RFP explaining that it wants a lyceum use that will attract people for economic support of the Town.
There are grants that could be sought for this work.
Mark Manassas, President of the Lexington Lyceum, stated that his group has a long list of potential Mark Manassas, President of the Lexington Lyceum, stated that his group has a long
list of potential
grants and would love to partner with the Town to bring this building back to life. It would be nice if the grants and would love to partner with the Town to bring this building back
to life. It would be nice if the
CPC could find money to defray potential costs that could arise from some of those grant applications. CPC could find money to defray potential costs that could arise from some of those
grant applications. CPC could find money to defray potential costs that could arise from some of those grant applications.
Christina Burwell, 6 Albemarle Avenue, stated that there is a wonderful fusion to be had in incorporating Christina Burwell, 6 Albemarle Avenue, stated that there is a wonderful fusion
to be had in incorporating Christina Burwell, 6 Albemarle Avenue, stated that there is a wonderful fusion to be had in incorporating
history and public engagement with this building. There could also be a great partnership for economic history and public engagement with this building. There could also be a great partnership
for economic history and public engagement with this building. There could also be a great partnership for economic
development, in doing some wonderful civic work in this building with a private partner. An RFP might development, in doing some wonderful civic work in this building with a private
partner. An RFP might development, in doing some wonderful civic work in this building with a private partner. An RFP might
not be the way to start, instead of first taking care of the building. not be the way to start, instead of first taking care of the building.
Bridger McGaw, 89 Marion Street, Vice Chair of the Economic Development Advisory Committee and Bridger McGaw, 89 Marion Street, Vice Chair of the Economic Development Advisory Committee
and Bridger McGaw, 89 Marion Street, Vice Chair of the Economic Development Advisory Committee and Bridger McGaw, 89 Marion Street, Vice Chair of the Economic Development Advisory Committee
and
Chair of the Town Meeting Members Association, stated that he is skeptical that the Town has not started Chair of the Town Meeting Members Association, stated that he is skeptical that
the Town has not started Chair of the Town Meeting Members Association, stated that he is skeptical that the Town has not started
a grant writing process, and does not have a grant writing strategy drafted for this project yet. He does not a grant writing process, and does not have a grant writing strategy drafted
for this project yet. He does not a grant writing process, and does not have a grant writing strategy drafted for this project yet. He does not
believe the CPC money should be committed without understanding the long term plan for CPC believe the CPC money should be committed without understanding the long term plan for CPC
believe the CPC money should be committed without understanding the long term plan for CPC
priorities.
Janel Showalter, 46 Paul Revere Road and Vice President of the Lexington Lyceum Advocates, stated Janel Showalter, 46 Paul Revere Road and Vice President of the Lexington Lyceum Advocates,
stated Janel Showalter, 46 Paul Revere Road and Vice President of the Lexington Lyceum Advocates, stated
that she supports the idea that a future tenant of this building also help with its funding. However, it is that she supports the idea that a future tenant of this building also help
with its funding. However, it is that she supports the idea that a future tenant of this building also help with its funding. However, it is
hard to attract funding if the Town does not seem to be behind the project. She recommended moving hard to attract funding if the Town does not seem to be behind the project. She recommended
moving hard to attract funding if the Town does not seem to be behind the project. She recommended moving
forward with the CPC application in order to get others to commit to the building. forward with the CPC application in order to get others to commit to the building. forward with the
CPC application in order to get others to commit to the building. forward with the CPC application in order to get others to commit to the building.
Betsey Weiss, 8 Dover Lane and Housing Partnership Board, stated that the Stone Building is a worthy Betsey Weiss, 8 Dover Lane and Housing Partnership Board, stated that the Stone Building
is a worthy Betsey Weiss, 8 Dover Lane and Housing Partnership Board, stated that the Stone Building is a worthy
building. However, at the present time, there are pressing housing and recreation field needs. These need building. However, at the present time, there are pressing housing and recreation
field needs. These need building. However, at the present time, there are pressing housing and recreation field needs. These need
to be the priority. An RFP should find a tenant in order to pursue specific grants and plans for this to be the priority. An RFP should find a tenant in order to pursue specific grants
and plans for this to be the priority. An RFP should find a tenant in order to pursue specific grants and plans for this
building.
A majority of the Board agreed that the project should be removed from the CPC applications. The A majority of the Board agreed that the project should be removed from the CPC applications.
The
majority would like to see an identified participant for the building through an RFP process before majority would like to see an identified participant for the building through an RFP
process before
moving forward with funding. moving forward with funding.
DOCUMENTS:
Stone Building presentation
4. Public Hearing and Vote: FY2025 Water and Sewer Rates – The Board took up this agenda item
at this time.
Mr. Lucente opened the public hearing at 10:15am.
Carolyn Kosnoff, Assistant Town Manager for Finance, stated that this is the second and final meeting on
the proposed water and wastewater rates for FY2025. This item is for the purpose of setting FY2025
water and wastewater rates. Two alternatives of proposed rates in the presentation, along with the
projected impact on rate payers based on levels of consumption. Alternative #1 represents rates calculated
based on the Enterprise Fund budgets and projected usage/consumption for the current fiscal year. In
FY2025 this calculation would result in a slight decrease in water rates and an increase in wastewater
rates. Alternative #2 proposes to leave the FY2025 Water rates flat at the FY2024 rate, and the same
increase in calculated Wastewater Rates as in Alternative #1. The proposed rates in each alternative
remain the same as advertised and presented at the public hearing on October 21, 2024.
There was no public comment at this time.
Mr. Lucente closed the public hearing at 10:17pm.
VOTE
: Upon a motion duly made and seconded, the Select Board voted by roll call 5-0 to : Upon a motion duly made and seconded, the Select Board voted by roll call 5-0 to : Upon a motion
duly made and seconded, the Select Board voted by roll call 5-0 to the proposed
FY2025 water and wastewater rates as shown on page 3 of the presentation as follows: FY2025 water and wastewater rates as shown on page 3 of the presentation as follows:
Residential/WaterSewer
Commercial/Industrial
Tier 1 $5.06 $10.27 $10.27
Tier 2 $7.59 $16.78 $16.78
Tier 3 $10.02 $26.69
Irrigation$10.02N/AN/A
Municipal $3.92 $3.68 $3.68
Hanscom/Lincoln Labs $7.46 N/AN/A
VA Hospital $8.92 $8.92 N/AN/A
Bedford-water $3.77 $3.77 N/AN/A
Flat Sewer Rate (Annual)Flat Sewer Rate (Annual)N/A$470.03 $470.03
DOCUMENTS: DOCUMENTS:
FY2025 Water and Sewer Rate Propsal FY2025 Water and Sewer Rate Propsal FY2025 Water and Sewer Rate Propsal FY2025 Water and Sewer Rate Propsal
7. Follow-up Discussion from Lexington High School Project Summit and Potential Guidance to Follow-up Discussion from Lexington High School Project Summit and Potential Guidance to Follow-up
Discussion from Lexington High School Project Summit and Potential Guidance to Follow-up Discussion from Lexington High School Project Summit and Potential Guidance to
School Building Committee – School Building Committee – School Building Committee – The Board took up this agenda item at this time.The Board took up this agenda item at this time.
The Board held a follow-up discussion from the Lexington High School Project Summit including a The Board held a follow-up discussion from the Lexington High School Project Summit including
a The Board held a follow-up discussion from the Lexington High School Project Summit including a
discussion regarding potential guidance on: discussion regarding potential guidance on:
1) Field House Options 1) Field House Options
2) Bloom or Weave design 2) Bloom or Weave design
3) Request to Delay or not the SBC vote 3) Request to Delay or not the SBC vote
Mr. Pato explained that the SBC is currently proceeding on the assumption of an attached field house as Mr. Pato explained that the SBC is currently proceeding on the assumption of an
attached field house as
part of the base plan and needs guidance for either a renovated existing field house or an expanded
renovated field house.
Ms. Barry asked if it was correct that the proposed location on the existing property for an all new field
house would cause the building to not be open to the public during school hours. She stated that this
would give her pause, as a larger field house would be a separate ballot question, and she believes the
community will want access to this. She is leaning toward an ad/reno for the field house. Mr. Pato stated
that any policy for use would have to be established moving forward.
Mr. Sandeen stated that he is in favor of renovating, but not the expanded renovation on the site as is
currently being presented. He would also like to preserve the option to bring to the Town an approval for
a new small standalone field house, but only if the town vote on the fieldhouse was done concurrently
with the high school approval vote. He would not be in favor of renovating the field house now and then
tearing it down for a new structure in the future.
Ms. Hai stated that she is not in favor of reserving space for a new build. She is in favor of a renovation
but is opposed to reserving separate space on the plan for a future building.
Mr. Lucente stated that he supports as ad/reno field house, and he does not support reserving room
elsewhere on the property for a future field house.
Mr. Pato stated that he is inclined toward a renovation of the existing field house as it stands and would Mr. Pato stated that he is inclined toward a renovation of the existing field
house as it stands and would
be open to reserving a smaller/medium spot elsewhere on the field. be open to reserving a smaller/medium spot elsewhere on the field.
The Board discussed the proposed design options.
Ms. Barry stated that she is reserving her position on this item until information on the Article 97 land Ms. Barry stated that she is reserving her position on this item until information
on the Article 97 land Ms. Barry stated that she is reserving her position on this item until information on the Article 97 land
becomes clearer.
Ms. Hai stated that she believes the Bloom option satisfies the combination of efficiency, cost, Article 97 Ms. Hai stated that she believes the Bloom option satisfies the combination
of efficiency, cost, Article 97 Ms. Hai stated that she believes the Bloom option satisfies the combination of efficiency, cost, Article 97 Ms. Hai stated that she believes the Bloom
option satisfies the combination of efficiency, cost, Article 97
land, and utility.
Mr. Sandeen stated that he believes Bloom is the better option of the two. Mr. Sandeen stated that he believes Bloom is the better option of the two. Mr. Sandeen stated that he believes
Bloom is the better option of the two.
Mr. Lucente expressed a preference for the Weave option. Mr. Lucente expressed a preference for the Weave option. Mr. Lucente expressed a preference for the Weave option.
Mr. Pato explained that the unanimous straw vote of the School Building Committee was to proceed with Mr. Pato explained that the unanimous straw vote of the School Building Committee
was to proceed with Mr. Pato explained that the unanimous straw vote of the School Building Committee was to proceed with
Bloom.
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The Board discussed potentially pausing the vote to be taken on November 12The Board discussed potentially pausing the vote to be taken on November 12The Board discussed potentially
pausing the vote to be taken on November 12The Board discussed potentially pausing the vote to be taken on November 12.
Dawn McKenna, 9 Hancock Street, stated that, in terms of the field house, the only question is whether to Dawn McKenna, 9 Hancock Street, stated that, in terms of the field house, the
only question is whether to Dawn McKenna, 9 Hancock Street, stated that, in terms of the field house, the only question is whether to
leave the option open during the schematic design phase for a new building. If Board members change leave the option open during the schematic design phase for a new building. If Board
members change leave the option open during the schematic design phase for a new building. If Board members change
their mind between now and next fall, they do not have to continue with that idea. But if they say no now, their mind between now and next fall, they do not have to continue with that
idea. But if they say no now, their mind between now and next fall, they do not have to continue with that idea. But if they say no now,
they have foreclosed any opportunity for that discussion. She urged the Board to support the ad/reno, they have foreclosed any opportunity for that discussion. She urged the Board to
support the ad/reno, they have foreclosed any opportunity for that discussion. She urged the Board to support the ad/reno,
leave space for the 72,000 s.f. and allow for time for additional discussions in the coming weeks. leave space for the 72,000 s.f. and allow for time for additional discussions in the
coming weeks.
Peter Kelly stated that moving forward at this time is a terrible mistake for the community. The Town is Peter Kelly stated that moving forward at this time is a terrible mistake for
the community. The Town is
too divided in what seems to be an appropriate path to renew the school. He stated that he believes the too divided in what seems to be an appropriate path to renew the school. He stated
that he believes the
project should stay on the campus. He noted that placing any part of the project on the fields would project should stay on the campus. He noted that placing any part of the project
on the fields would
require a unanimous vote of the Select Board.
Taylor Singh, Hancock Street, stated that, in terms of fluidity of this process, the SBC, formed by the
Select Board over two years ago, has gone through a steady, transparent process to get to where the
project is today. The group meets almost every Monday at noon and information can be obtained through
those meetings. It is unclear what other information could be gleaned through a delay of this process at
this time.
Ms. Barry exited the meeting at 10:47am.
3. Public Hearing: Tax Classification Presentation
Mr. Lucente opened the public hearing at 11:11am.
Ms. Kosnoff presented the FY2025 tax classification options and preliminary tax rates for the Board's
consideration. It is proposed that the Board vote on the FY2025 tax classification options at an upcoming
meeting scheduled for November 18, 2024. At that time, the Board will take four votes, which are
described in the memorandum in the attached Fiscal Year 2025 Tax Classification Packet. The votes are
to:
Establish a residential factor;
Determine whether to adopt the Open Space Discount; Determine whether to adopt the Open Space Discount;
Determine whether to adopt the Residential Exemption and, if so, the percentage (up Determine whether to adopt the Residential Exemption and, if so, the percentage (up
to 35%);
Determine whether to adopt the Small Commercial Exemption Determine whether to adopt the Small Commercial Exemption
The Town’s levy limit for FY25 is approximately $256,398,000. For FY25, the total assessed value is The Town’s levy limit for FY25 is approximately $256,398,000. For FY25, the total
assessed value is The Town’s levy limit for FY25 is approximately $256,398,000. For FY25, the total assessed value is
approximately $18,487,000,000. FY25 was a recertification year with the Department of Revenue.approximately $18,487,000,000. FY25 was a recertification year with the Department of Revenue.approximate
ly $18,487,000,000. FY25 was a recertification year with the Department of Revenue.If all
of the options were left the same as they were in prior years, for FY25 a flat tax rate would calculate to of the options were left the same as they were in prior years, for FY25 a flat
tax rate would calculate to of the options were left the same as they were in prior years, for FY25 a flat tax rate would calculate to
$13.87 per $1,000, compared to $13.83 per $1,000 from last year. $13.87 per $1,000, compared to $13.83 per $1,000 from last year.
In order to finalize the tax rate, which deals with who in Town is carrying the load for the tax levy, there In order to finalize the tax rate, which deals with who in Town is carrying
the load for the tax levy, there In order to finalize the tax rate, which deals with who in Town is carrying the load for the tax levy, there In order to finalize the tax rate, which
deals with who in Town is carrying the load for the tax levy, there
are four options the Board has in shifting the rate. The first is a selection of a shift factor, the second is a are four options the Board has in shifting the rate. The first is a selection
of a shift factor, the second is a are four options the Board has in shifting the rate. The first is a selection of a shift factor, the second is a
selection of open space, the third is a residential exemption of up to 35% of value for the residential selection of open space, the third is a residential exemption of up to 35% of
value for the residential selection of open space, the third is a residential exemption of up to 35% of value for the residential
owner occupied properties in Town, and an option to exempt up to 10% of small commercial properties. owner occupied properties in Town, and an option to exempt up to 10% of small commercial
properties. owner occupied properties in Town, and an option to exempt up to 10% of small commercial properties.
Regarding the shift factor, a maximum shift would increase the amount of the levy born by the CIP class Regarding the shift factor, a maximum shift would increase the amount of the levy
born by the CIP class Regarding the shift factor, a maximum shift would increase the amount of the levy born by the CIP class Regarding the shift factor, a maximum shift would increase
the amount of the levy born by the CIP class
and reduce the amount borne by the residential class. At a full 1.75 shift, the CIP tax rate would be $24.27 and reduce the amount borne by the residential class. At a full 1.75 shift,
the CIP tax rate would be $24.27 and reduce the amount borne by the residential class. At a full 1.75 shift, the CIP tax rate would be $24.27
per $1,000, and the residential would reduce to $12.23 per $1,000. The Town has been following a 1.75 per $1,000, and the residential would reduce to $12.23 per $1,000. The Town has
been following a 1.75 per $1,000, and the residential would reduce to $12.23 per $1,000. The Town has been following a 1.75
shift for several years. The second option regarding open space is not truly applicable in Town. For the shift for several years. The second option regarding open space is not truly
applicable in Town. For the shift for several years. The second option regarding open space is not truly applicable in Town. For the
third option, the Board has the choice to exempt up to 35% of a home value on the residential class. This third option, the Board has the choice to exempt up to 35% of a home value on
the residential class. This third option, the Board has the choice to exempt up to 35% of a home value on the residential class. This third option, the Board has the choice to exempt
up to 35% of a home value on the residential class. This
only applies to owner-occupied residences and would shift the burden to the non-owner occupied homes. only applies to owner-occupied residences and would shift the burden to the non-owner
occupied homes. only applies to owner-occupied residences and would shift the burden to the non-owner occupied homes. only applies to owner-occupied residences and would shift the burden
to the non-owner occupied homes.
A previous committee published a report on this option in 2019. The fourth option in setting the tax rate is A previous committee published a report on this option in 2019. The fourth
option in setting the tax rate is A previous committee published a report on this option in 2019. The fourth option in setting the tax rate is A previous committee published a report
on this option in 2019. The fourth option in setting the tax rate is
whether to adopt a small commercial exemption. This deals with exempting up to 10% of small whether to adopt a small commercial exemption. This deals with exempting up to 10% of small
whether to adopt a small commercial exemption. This deals with exempting up to 10% of small
commercial properties. The value of those parcels has to be less than $1M and the business operating out commercial properties. The value of those parcels has to be less than $1M and
the business operating out commercial properties. The value of those parcels has to be less than $1M and the business operating out
of that parcel would have to have ten or less employees. This would shift the tax levy to other rate payers of that parcel would have to have ten or less employees. This would shift
the tax levy to other rate payers of that parcel would have to have ten or less employees. This would shift the tax levy to other rate payers
in the ommercial industrial classes. in the ommercial industrial classes.
Ms. Hai stated that, regarding reexamining the residential exemption, the Board should acknowledge that Ms. Hai stated that, regarding reexamining the residential exemption, the Board
should acknowledge that
the Town is facing a lot of new development, and that the size and average price point may be changing the Town is facing a lot of new development, and that the size and average price
point may be changing
as more multifamily units come online. She suggested that the Board reexamine the residential exemption as more multifamily units come online. She suggested that the Board reexamine
the residential exemption
at a point in the future. She stated that she would not look to adopt any of the three optional criteria listed at a point in the future. She stated that she would not look to adopt
any of the three optional criteria listed
and would support the continuing 1.75 shift.
Howard Cloth, 19 Sherman Street and member of the former Ad Hoc Residential Property Tax
Exemption Study Committee, stated that it has been over six years since the Committee presented the
report to the Board. The rationale for the recommendation not to adopt the residential exemption still
remains. He noted that he wasnot aware of any progress having occurred on two of the remaining eight
amelioration recommendations that the report also included, specifically a solution to the obstacle
otherwise qualified senior residents face when they are blocked from obtaining a tax deferral by a
company holding either their mortgage or an equity loan. Also, the recommendation for an age based
property tax freeze for seniors.
Jay Luker, 26 Rindge Avenue, stated that he is against the residential exemption. This will inevitably be
subsidizing relatively wealthy homeowners on the backs of renters.
Mr. Lucente closed the public hearing at 11:45am.
DOCUMENTS:
FY2025 TaxRate Classification Presentation, FY2025TaxRateClassificationOptions
The Board took a five minute recess.
5. Discussion on Housing Partnership Board Request to Send a Letter Regarding Bill H2740 & Discussion on Housing Partnership Board Request to Send a Letter Regarding Bill H2740 &
H2741
Wendy Manz, Chair of the Housing Partnership Board, stated that the Chair of the Lexington Affordable Wendy Manz, Chair of the Housing Partnership Board, stated that the Chair of the
Lexington Affordable
Housing Trust had suggested that the Housing Partnership Board send a letter to Speaker Mariano of the Housing Trust had suggested that the Housing Partnership Board send a letter to
Speaker Mariano of the Housing Trust had suggested that the Housing Partnership Board send a letter to Speaker Mariano of the
MA House of Representatives in support of the Affordable Housing Trusts' request that the House take up MA House of Representatives in support of the Affordable Housing Trusts' request
that the House take up MA House of Representatives in support of the Affordable Housing Trusts' request that the House take up
Lexington's two pending home rule petitions: H2740 and H2741, which authorize Lexington to impose Lexington's two pending home rule petitions: H2740 and H2741, which authorize Lexington
to impose Lexington's two pending home rule petitions: H2740 and H2741, which authorize Lexington to impose
certain surcharges on commercial and residential home sales, before the end of the current legislative certain surcharges on commercial and residential home sales, before the end of
the current legislative certain surcharges on commercial and residential home sales, before the end of the current legislative
term. The Housing Partnership Board has voted in favor of doing so, contingent on the authorization of term. The Housing Partnership Board has voted in favor of doing so, contingent
on the authorization of term. The Housing Partnership Board has voted in favor of doing so, contingent on the authorization of
the Select Board.
VOTE
: Upon a motion duly made and seconded, the Select Board voted by roll call 4-0 to : Upon a motion duly made and seconded, the Select Board voted by roll call 4-0 to : Upon a motion
duly made and seconded, the Select Board voted by roll call 4-0 to : Upon a motion duly made and seconded, the Select Board voted by roll call 4-0 to : Upon a motion duly made and seconded,
the Select Board voted by roll call 4-0 to approve the
Housing Partnership Board’s request to send a letter regarding Bills H2740 & H2741 to the Housing Partnership Board’s request to send a letter regarding Bills H2740 & H2741 to the Housing
Partnership Board’s request to send a letter regarding Bills H2740 & H2741 to the
Massachusetts House of Representatives and or the Massachusetts State Senate, with an endorsement of Massachusetts House of Representatives and or the Massachusetts State Senate, with
an endorsement of Massachusetts House of Representatives and or the Massachusetts State Senate, with an endorsement of
the contents from the Select board
DOCUMENTS:
Draft HPB letter to Speaker MarianoDraft HPB letter to Speaker MarianoDraft HPB letter to Speaker Mariano
6. Review Proposed Parking Fee Exemption Program for Public Lot Electric Vehicle Charging Review Proposed Parking Fee Exemption Program for Public Lot Electric Vehicle Charging Review
Proposed Parking Fee Exemption Program for Public Lot Electric Vehicle Charging
Stations
Maggie Peard, Sustainability & Resilience Officer, explained that, through the Center Employee Parking Maggie Peard, Sustainability & Resilience Officer, explained that, through the
Center Employee Parking Maggie Peard, Sustainability & Resilience Officer, explained that, through the Center Employee Parking Maggie Peard, Sustainability & Resilience Officer, explained
that, through the Center Employee Parking
Program, employees of businesses in the Town Center can opt-in for alternative parking payment options Program, employees of businesses in the Town Center can opt-in for alternative
parking payment options Program, employees of businesses in the Town Center can opt-in for alternative parking payment options
in the public lots. They can purchase a $250 annual parking sticker that allows for long term parking in in the public lots. They can purchase a $250 annual parking sticker that allows
for long term parking in in the public lots. They can purchase a $250 annual parking sticker that allows for long term parking in
the Depot Square Lot, the NStar Lot, or the metered spots on Waltham St designated for “all day” the Depot Square Lot, the NStar Lot, or the metered spots on Waltham St designated for
“all day” the Depot Square Lot, the NStar Lot, or the metered spots on Waltham St designated for “all day”
parking. Alternatively, Center employees can purchase a $15 annual Pay-As-You-Go parking sticker that parking. Alternatively, Center employees can purchase a $15 annual Pay-As-You-Go
parking sticker that parking. Alternatively, Center employees can purchase a $15 annual Pay-As-You-Go parking sticker that
provides a reduced rate of $1/day in the Depot Square Lot. Both of these options provide an option for provides a reduced rate of $1/day in the Depot Square Lot. Both of these options
provide an option for
greatly reduced parking fees compared to the $0.50/hour rates in most lots. Currently, employees enrolled greatly reduced parking fees compared to the $0.50/hour rates in most lots.
Currently, employees enrolled
in one of these program would still be charged the $0.50/hour rate if they drive an EV and are parked to in one of these program would still be charged the $0.50/hour rate if they drive
an EV and are parked to
charge at an EV charger. Town staff request approval from the Board to waive the parking fee at the EV charge at an EV charger. Town staff request approval from the Board to waive the
parking fee at the EV
chargers in the NStar and Depot Lot for Center employees who are enrolled in the Center Employee chargers in the NStar and Depot Lot for Center employees who are enrolled in the Center
Employee
Parking Program. They would still be charged for electricity. If approved, staff will include instructions
for how to receive waived parking at EV chargers on the parking program application and website. Proof
of participation in the program would be required to receive the waived parking.
VOTE
: Upon a motion duly made and seconded, the Select Board voted by roll call 4-0 to : Upon a motion duly made and seconded, the Select Board voted by roll call 4-0 to approve
waiving the parking fee at the Electric Vehicle chargers in the NStar and Depot Lot for center employees
enrolled in the Center Employee Parking Program.
DOCUMENTS
: 2024 Parking Program
8. SpecialTownMeeting2024-1
Select Board Report
The Board reviewed the report and agreed that the report is written form was appropriate.
Select Board Article Discussion and Positions
Article 3 - Establish, Dissolve and Appropriate To and From Specified Stabilization Funds: Mr. Lucente
is a yes, Mr. Pato is a yes, Ms. Hai is a yes, Mr. Sandeen is a yes.
Article 4 - Amend FY2025 Operating Enterprise and CPA Budgets: Mr. Lucente is a yes, Mr. Pato is a
yes, Ms. Hai is a yes, Mr. Sandeen is a yes.
Article 5 - Appropriate for Authorized Capital Improvements: Mr. Lucente is a yes, Mr. Pato is a yes, Ms. Article 5 - Appropriate for Authorized Capital Improvements: Mr. Lucente is
a yes, Mr. Pato is a yes, Ms.
Hai is a yes, Mr. Sandeen is a yes.
Article 7 - J. Krieger amendment: Mr. Lucente is a wait, Mr. Pato is a yes, Ms. Hai is a wait, Mr. Sandeen Article 7 - J. Krieger amendment: Mr. Lucente is a wait, Mr. Pato is a yes,
Ms. Hai is a wait, Mr. Sandeen
is yes.
Regarding Article 7, Ms. Kreiger explained that her intention was very simple. It was to clarify that the Regarding Article 7, Ms. Kreiger explained that her intention was very simple.
It was to clarify that the Regarding Article 7, Ms. Kreiger explained that her intention was very simple. It was to clarify that the
Recreation Committee would come forward with both a design for a synthetic field as well as a grass Recreation Committee would come forward with both a design for a synthetic field as
well as a grass Recreation Committee would come forward with both a design for a synthetic field as well as a grass
field. She would like the Town to have time to evaluate both. field. She would like the Town to have time to evaluate both.
Peter Kelly suggested that the Board and Town Meeting maintain the operation at the Harrington School Peter Kelly suggested that the Board and Town Meeting maintain the operation at
the Harrington School Peter Kelly suggested that the Board and Town Meeting maintain the operation at the Harrington School Peter Kelly suggested that the Board and Town Meeting maintain
the operation at the Harrington School
such that it is. The Harrington site is the only reasonable site to accommodate anything that the School such that it is. The Harrington site is the only reasonable site to accommodate
anything that the School such that it is. The Harrington site is the only reasonable site to accommodate anything that the School such that it is. The Harrington site is the only reasonable
site to accommodate anything that the School
Department will need in order to address enrollment changes in the next 5-10 years. The Town should not Department will need in order to address enrollment changes in the next 5-10 years.
The Town should not Department will need in order to address enrollment changes in the next 5-10 years. The Town should not
spend any money on something that does not appropriately lend itself to the use suggested. spend any money on something that does not appropriately lend itself to the use suggested.
spend any money on something that does not appropriately lend itself to the use suggested.
Article 8 - Delay Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) Filing Resolution (Citizens’ Article 8 - Delay Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) Filing Resolution (Citizens’
Article 8 - Delay Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) Filing Resolution (Citizens’ Article 8 - Delay Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) Filing Resolution (Citizens’
Petition): Mr. Lucente is a wait, Mr. Pato is a no, Ms. Hai is a no, Mr. Sandeen is a no. Petition): Mr. Lucente is a wait, Mr. Pato is a no, Ms. Hai is a no, Mr. Sandeen is a no. Petition):
Mr. Lucente is a wait, Mr. Pato is a no, Ms. Hai is a no, Mr. Sandeen is a no. Petition): Mr. Lucente is a wait, Mr. Pato is a no, Ms. Hai is a no, Mr. Sandeen is a no.
The Board discussed this Article. The Board discussed this Article.
Peter Kelly explained that this is a non-binding Article. He stated that he believes there should not be Peter Kelly explained that this is a non-binding Article. He stated that he believes
there should not be Peter Kelly explained that this is a non-binding Article. He stated that he believes there should not be Peter Kelly explained that this is a non-binding Article.
He stated that he believes there should not be
building on the fields. The project should be phased. There needs to be more time for discussion on this building on the fields. The project should be phased. There needs to be more
time for discussion on this building on the fields. The project should be phased. There needs to be more time for discussion on this building on the fields. The project should be phased.
There needs to be more time for discussion on this
item.
Article 9 - Resolution - Design Process of Crematory Westview Cemetery (Citizens’ Petition): Mr. Article 9 - Resolution - Design Process of Crematory Westview Cemetery (Citizens’ Petition):
Mr. Article 9 - Resolution - Design Process of Crematory Westview Cemetery (Citizens’ Petition): Mr.
Lucente is a wait, Mr. Pato is a yes, Ms. Hai is a wait, Mr. Sandeen is a wait. Lucente is a wait, Mr. Pato is a yes, Ms. Hai is a wait, Mr. Sandeen is a wait. Lucente is a wait, Mr.
Pato is a yes, Ms. Hai is a wait, Mr. Sandeen is a wait.
DOCUMENTS:
Select Board Working Document - Positions STM 2024-1, DRAFT - STM 2024-1 Select Board Working Document - Positions STM 2024-1, DRAFT - STM 2024-1
Article 1 Select Board Report, Art 3 stabilization funds motion, Art 4 amend budgets motion, Art 5 Article 1 Select Board Report, Art 3 stabilization funds motion, Art 4 amend budgets
motion, Art 5
authoirzed cap improvements motion, Art 7 harrington fields motion, Amendment Art 7. Krieger, Art 8 authoirzed cap improvements motion, Art 7 harrington fields motion, Amendment Art
7. Krieger, Art 8
MSBA delay motion, Art 9 crematory motion updated 11.4
ADJOURN
VOTE
: Upon a motion duly made and seconded, the Select Board voted by roll call 4-0 to adjourn at : Upon a motion duly made and seconded, the Select Board voted by roll call 4-0 to adjourn
at
12:48pm. 12:48pm.
A true record; Attest:
Kristan Patenaude
Recording Secretary
SELECT BOARD MEETING
November 13, 2024
A meeting of the Lexington Select Board was called to order at 6:00p.m. on Wednesday, November 13, A meeting of the Lexington Select Board was called to order at 6:00p.m. on Wednesday,
November 13,
2024, via a hybrid meeting platform.2024, via a hybrid meeting platform.Mr. Lucente, Chair; Mr. Pato, Ms. Barry, Ms. Hai, and Mr. Sandeen, Mr. Lucente, Chair; Mr. Pato, Ms. Barry, Ms.
Hai, and Mr. Sandeen,
were present, as well as Mr. Bartha, Town Manager; Ms. Axtell, Deputy Town Manager;were present, as well as Mr. Bartha, Town Manager; Ms. Axtell, Deputy Town Manager;and Ms.
Katzenback, Executive Clerk.
ITEMS FOR INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION
1. Special Town Meeting 2024-1
Select Board Article Discussion and Positions
Regarding Article 7, Mr. Sandeen remained a wait. It was noted that Ms. Kreiger may be withdrawing her Regarding Article 7, Mr. Sandeen remained a wait. It was noted that Ms. Kreiger
may be withdrawing her
amendment, now that the associated language has been included in the main Article. Mr. Sandeen stated amendment, now that the associated language has been included in the main Article.
Mr. Sandeen stated amendment, now that the associated language has been included in the main Article. Mr. Sandeen stated
that if Ms. Kreiger pulls her amendment, he will become a yes. that if Ms. Kreiger pulls her amendment, he will become a yes. that if Ms. Kreiger pulls her amendment, he will become
a yes.
Regarding Article 8, Mr. Lucente remained a wait. Ms. Barry confirmed that she is a no on this Article. Regarding Article 8, Mr. Lucente remained a wait. Ms. Barry confirmed that she
is a no on this Article. Regarding Article 8, Mr. Lucente remained a wait. Ms. Barry confirmed that she is a no on this Article.
Regarding Article 9, Mr. Lucente stated that the wording regarding the “planned crematory” concerned Regarding Article 9, Mr. Lucente stated that the wording regarding the “planned crematory”
concerned Regarding Article 9, Mr. Lucente stated that the wording regarding the “planned crematory” concerned
some Board members. The Board was comfortable doing a study of this item but was less comfortable some Board members. The Board was comfortable doing a study of this item but was less
comfortable some Board members. The Board was comfortable doing a study of this item but was less comfortable some Board members. The Board was comfortable doing a study of this item
but was less comfortable
with a study that has in it a disposition of what that study would be. The proponents explained that the with a study that has in it a disposition of what that study would be. The proponents
explained that the with a study that has in it a disposition of what that study would be. The proponents explained that the with a study that has in it a disposition of what that study
would be. The proponents explained that the
language was submitted because the Town originally designed Westview Cemetary with an intent to language was submitted because the Town originally designed Westview Cemetary with an
intent to language was submitted because the Town originally designed Westview Cemetary with an intent to
eventually add on a crematory. Mr. Lucente stated that a study is needed to determine if it is the right eventually add on a crematory. Mr. Lucente stated that a study is needed to
determine if it is the right eventually add on a crematory. Mr. Lucente stated that a study is needed to determine if it is the right
time to include a crematory and the appropriate location for it. The existing language limits the study in time to include a crematory and the appropriate location for it. The existing
language limits the study in time to include a crematory and the appropriate location for it. The existing language limits the study in
some ways.
Mr. Pato stated that he does not believe this motion as a resolution constrains the Board in moving Mr. Pato stated that he does not believe this motion as a resolution constrains the
Board in moving Mr. Pato stated that he does not believe this motion as a resolution constrains the Board in moving
forward but does give the opportunity to hear from Town Meeting about the sensitivity to the time lapse, forward but does give the opportunity to hear from Town Meeting about the sensitivity
to the time lapse, forward but does give the opportunity to hear from Town Meeting about the sensitivity to the time lapse,
and to the change in demographics and need in the community. He continues to support this. and to the change in demographics and need in the community. He continues to support this.
and to the change in demographics and need in the community. He continues to support this.
Ms. Hai suggested that the Board could propose a study committee and ask Town Meeting simply to IP Ms. Hai suggested that the Board could propose a study committee and ask Town Meeting
simply to IP Ms. Hai suggested that the Board could propose a study committee and ask Town Meeting simply to IP Ms. Hai suggested that the Board could propose a study committee and
ask Town Meeting simply to IP
this Article. Me. Lucente agreed that this could be taken up on a future agenda and the proponents could this Article. Me. Lucente agreed that this could be taken up on a future agenda
and the proponents could this Article. Me. Lucente agreed that this could be taken up on a future agenda and the proponents could
then make a decision on their Article. The proponents agreed to consider this or consider amending the then make a decision on their Article. The proponents agreed to consider this or
consider amending the then make a decision on their Article. The proponents agreed to consider this or consider amending the
Article language. Article language.
DOCUMENTS: DOCUMENTS:
Select Board Working Document - Positions STM 2024-1, Art7revisedmotion Select Board Working Document - Positions STM 2024-1, Art7revisedmotion
ADJOURN
VOTE
: Upon a motion duly made and seconded, the Select Board voted by roll call 5-0 to adjourn at : Upon a motion duly made and seconded, the Select Board voted by roll call 5-0 to adjourn
at : Upon a motion duly made and seconded, the Select Board voted by roll call 5-0 to adjourn at
6:23pm. 6:23pm.
A true record; Attest:
Kristan Patenaude
Recording Secretary
Lexington Board of Assessors
Sandra Pentedemos, Administrative Assessor
Cheryl Draper, Administrative Assistant
Lexington Comptroller’s Office
Carolyn Kosnoff, Assistant Town Manager for Finance
Lexington Human Services
Dana Bickelman, Director of Human Services
Michelle Kelleher, Senior Services Director
July 24
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OWN OF EXINGTON
TSG
RANSPORTATION AFETY ROUP
1625 Massachusetts Avenue
Lexington, Massachusetts 02420
Contact: Sheila Page
781-698-4560
Assistant Planning Director
https://www.lexingtonma.gov/transportation-safety-group
spage@lexingtonma.gov
Date: October 24, 2024
To: Kelly Axtell; Interim Town Manager
Cc: Kim Katzenback, Executive Clerk Select Board
John Livsey, Town Engineer
Ross Morrow, Assistant Town Engineer
Carol Kowalski, Assistant Town Manager for Land Use, Health and Development
Chief Mike McLean, Police
Captain Chris Barry, Police
Fr: Transportation Safety Group
RE: Recommended Traffic Regulation Amendments
Stops on Coach Road at Volunteer Way and Rangeway at Volunteer Way
Stop on Hickory Street at Augustus Road
Parking Prohibition on Ledgelawn Avenue
Requested Action:
Vote to amend Traffic Rules and Orders: Chapter 192-10 Schedule 7 Stop Signs and Yield Signs to
add:
stop signs and lines on Coach Road at Volunteer Way and Rangeway at Volunteer Way
stop signs and lines on Hickory Street at Augustus Road;
Vote to amend Traffic Rules and Orders Chapter 192-18 Schedule 1 Parking Locations and
Prohibitions to prohibit parking on Ledgelawn Avenue near the intersection of Bedford Street.
Background:
Stops on Coach Road at Volunteer Way and Rangeway at Volunteer Way
The idea of the traffic control at the Coach Road / Volunteer Way / Rangeway intersection originated
by a resident request. Volunteer Way to Rangeway to Skyview Road to Winter Street is a popular
cut-through route which makes the dominate path of this intersection between Volunteer and
Rangeway. Meaning the dominate traffic is making a turn at this intersection Given the wide
expanse and angle of intersecting streets, the travel right-of-way is not clear. In addition, a resident
noted and TSG observed drivers travelling between Volunteer and Rangeway cut the corner as they
make the turn, potentially conflicting with pedestrians or other cars. Cutting the corner is especially
difficult for pedestrians because there is little offstreet area for pedestrian refuge, particularly at the
southwest corner. TSG recommends a stop sign at this location. In addition, TSG is proposing a short
double yellow center line along Volunteer on the north side of the intersection and a tear drop and
double yellow line on Rangeway to help driver stay in their lanes.
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Stop on Hickory Street at Augustus Road
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The idea of the stop sign originated by resident request. At a intersection, typically, a stop sign is
not needed when a less travelled street intersects a through street with more traffic. In this case, it is
not obvious to the drivers which street carries the dominant traffic. Because the sightlines are
hindered by vegetation, TSG felt that the stop control should be on Hickory Street. TSG recommends
that a stop sign is appropriate in this location.
Parking Prohibition on Ledgelawn Avenue
A few residents of Ledgelawn Avenue requested that parking be prohibited near the intersection of
Bedford Street. When drivers park too close to the intersection, it is difficult for the residents to get
intersection. Because of the large corner rounding on the southern corner, 20 feet does not allow
enough clearance for safe maneuvering around a parked car. Prohibiting parking near the intersection
will provide more room for maneuvering.
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VOTED
IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF CHAPTER 689 OF
1986 OF THE GENERAL LAWS, THE TRAFFIC RULES AND
ORDERS OF LEXINGTON, ADOPTED BY THE BOARD OF
SELECTMEN ON NOVEMBER 13, 1967, NOW CHAPTER 192 OF
THE CODE OF LEXINGTON, ARE HEREBY AMENDED BY ADDING
THE FOLLOWING TO
§ 192-10 SCHEDULE 7: STOP SIGNS AND YIELD SIGNS
STREETLOCATIONREGULATION
Rangewayat Volunteer WayStop
Coach Roadat Volunteer WayStop
HickoryStreet eastboundat Augustus RoadStop
HickoryStreet westbound at Augustus RoadStop
DATE OF PASSAGE
SELECT
BOARD
ATTEST TOWN CLERK
VOTED:
IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF CHAPTER 689 OF
1986 OF THE GENERAL LAWS, THE TRAFFIC RULES AND ORDERS
OF LEXINGTON, ADOPTED BY THE BOARD OF SELECTMEN ON
NOVEMBER 13, 1967, NOW CHAPTER 192 OF THE CODE OF
LEXINGTON, ARE HEREBY AMENDED BY ADDING THE FOLLOWING
TO:
CHAPTER 192-18 SCHEDULE 1 “PARKING PROHIBITED OR
RESTRICTED”
LOCATION SIDE FROM TO REGULATION
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Ledgelawn South Bedford Street Approximately 120 NO PARKING
Avenue feet east to between
the properties of 3
& 5 Ledgelawn
Avenue
Ledgelawn North Bedford Street Approximately 120 NO PARKING
Avenue feet east to between
the properties of
253 Bedford Street
& 2 Ledgelawn
Avenue
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DATE OF PASSAGE _______________________________
SELECT
_______________________________
BOARD
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ATTEST TOWN CLERK
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Avenue
Legdelawn
and Coach Road at and Coach Road at
Street at Augustus RoadStreet at Augustus Road
Way
Rangeway
Hickory
on
Stop on Volunteer Stop Parking Prohibition on Parking Prohibition on
Recommended Traffic Recommended Traffic
Regulation AmendmentsRegulation Amendments
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Transportation Safety Group Transportation Safety Group Transportation Safety Group
SEMIQUINCENTENNIAL COMMISSION (Lex250)
Members:
16 Members
Appointed by:
Select Board
Length of Term:
Following the completion of all planned activities in 2026.
Meeting Times:
As determined by the Commission.
Provide for a minimum of three community meetings (one daytime/one
evening/one weekend day) to solicit public comment within the first 18
months of the Commission’s formation.
Quorum:
Quorum shall be a majority of members serving.
Description:
To evaluate, make recommendations and coordinate the Town-wide activities to be
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held to commemorate the 250 Anniversary of the Battle of Lexington (which will take place in
April 2025) and other historical events related to the founding of our Country. And to further the
coordination of the Town’s events with local, state, regional and federal events.
Deliverables:
As part of its study and investigation, the committee shall develop a
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comprehensive plan for celebrating and promoting the 250 anniversary of the Battle of
Lexington to include:
1. Identify funding needs
2. Identify potential sources of funding including but not limited to:
a. Commemorative Memorabilia
b. Public / Private Partnerships
c. Gifts and Grants (private, State and/or Federal)
3. Identify opportunities for individuals or organizations to participate in celebrations
with a commitment to diversity, inclusiveness, and opportunity at all levels and
activities
4. Investigate opportunities for a possible permanent memorial
5. Transportation-related issues
6. Marketing and communication
7. Determine what sub-committees or additional staffing requirements (event planning)
may be necessary and seek proper approval from the Select Board
8. Updates will be presented to the Select Board at least Quarter
Criteria for Membership:
Appointments will be made by the Select Board. The Select Board
will also designate a Chair.
Members from each of the following Boards or Committees will serve on this committee:
Select Board (2 Members)
Tourism Committee (1 Member)
Town Celebrations Committee (1 Member)
Along with representatives from each of the following groups:
Civic/Community Group Representative
6 Community Members with a background or interest in history, event
planning, logistics, transportation, security, fundraising and/or publicity
Local Museum or Historical Organization Representative
Lexington Public School Representative
Local Business Representative
Music & Arts Community Representative
Reenactment Community Representative
Staff support as appropriate from the following departments:
Department of Public
Works, Economic Development Office, Cary Memorial Library, Fire Department, Police
Department, Town Manager’s Office, Department of Public Facilities
Ex Officio/Liaisons (non-voting):
Appropriation Committee
Capital Expenditures Committee
Prior to serving as a member of this Committee, appointees are required to:
1. Acknowledge receipt of the Summary of the Conflict of Interest Statute. Further, to
continue to serve on the Committee the member must acknowledge annually receipt of
the Summary of the Conflict of Interest Statute. Said summary will be provided by and
acknowledged to the Town Clerk.
2. Provide evidence to the Town Clerk that the appointee has completed the on-line
training requirement required by the Conflict of Interest Statute. Further, to continue to
serve on the Committee, the member must acknowledge every two years completion of
the online training requirement.
Ref:
Adopted by the Board of Selectmen on January 13, 2020
Amended by Select Board on January 25, 2021
Select Board voted to: increase number of members from 11 to 15; add “Quorum:
Quorum shall be a majority of members serving”; update Criteria for Membership to
increase the number of Community Members from 2 to 6; update the background
options for the Community Members to include: "...transportation, security, fundraising
and/or publicity” on July 24, 2023
Select Board voted to: increase number of members from 15 to 16; add a second Select
Board Member to the membership on November 27, 2023
Town of Lexington
P
LANNING
Abby McCabe, Planning
Director
D
EPARTMENT
Meghan McNamara, Assistant
1625 Massachusetts Avenue
Planning Director
Lexington, MA 02420
Tel (781) 698-4560
planning@lexingtonma.gov
www.lexingtonma.gov/planning