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SELECTMEN'S MEETING
October 16., 1972
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Select-
men's Meeting Room on Monday evening, October 16, 1972, at 7 30 p.m.
Chairman Kenney, Selectmen Riff in, Bailey, Brown, Mr. Cohen, Town
Counsel; Mr. O'Connell , Town Manager; Mr McSweeney, Director of Public
Works; Mrs Mascetta, Acting Executive Clerk, were present.
At 7 30 p.m. hearing was declared open upon the petition of the
New England Telephone Company and Boston Edison Company for the in-
stallation of Hip Guy and Anchor on Carriage Drive at Pole 417/1 .
Mr Dunn, representing the Telephone Company, and Mr. Pratt, represent-
ing Boston Edison, were present.
Hip Guy/ Chairman Kenney stated that notices of the hearing were sent to
Anchor petitioner, property owners, and abutters as listed on the petitioner's
Carriage plan and also filed with the Director of Public Works.
Drive Recommendation was submitted by Mr. Coscia, Department of Public
Works Manager, that permission to install said Hip Guy and Anchor be
granted as the pole was previously anchored to a tree which has been
removed and plan submitted with the petition is satisfactory.
There being no one appearing in favor or in opposition, the
Chairman declared the hearing closed.
Motion by Selectman Bailey, seconded by Selectman Brown, and
unanimously voted to grant permission to the New England Telephone
Company and Boston Edison Company for the installation Carriage
Drive, southwesterly, approximately 35' from Grove Street, off
Pole 417/ 1, one ( 1) Hip Guy and Anchor.
At 7 32 p.m. hearing was declared open upon the petition of the
New England Telephone Company for the installation of underground
conduit on Hayden Avenue. Mr. Dunn, representing the Telephone Com-
pany, was present.
Chairman Kenney stated that notices of the hearing were sent to
the petitioner, owner of the property, and abutters as listed on the
Underground petitioner's plan and also filed with the Director of Public Works.
Conduit Recommendation was submitted by Mr. Coscia, Department of Public
Hayden Ave. Works Manager, describing the intentions of the New England Telephone
Company and indicated that the location is satisfactory and that per-
mission be granted for this installation subject to the condition
that the New England Telephone Company must reserve ducts for the alarm
system to the Hayden Avenue sewerage pumping station and for future
fire alarm signals.
Lloyd Grace of the Kennecott Copper Corp, an abutter, was present
to view the plan. Mr. Dunn offered to explain the installation and
made a copy of the plan available to Mr. Grace.
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There being no one else present with any questions and no one appear-
ing in favor or in opposition, the Chairman declared the hearing closed.
Motion by Selectman Brown, seconded by Selectman Bailey, and
unanimously voted to grant permission to the New England Telephone Com-
pany to lay and maintain underground conduit and manholes as follows
Hayden Avenue, from Spring Street, southeasterly, then easterly, approx-
imately 2,280' of underground conduit, also three (3) manholes 54/ 145,
54/146, and 54/147 subject to the condition that the New England Tele-
phone Company must reserve ducts for the alarm system to the Hayden
Avenue sewerage pumping station and for future fire alarm signals.
Mr. O'Connell introduced the members of the newly organized Em-
ployee Advisory Safety Board Present and introduced were Mr. William
Casey of the School Department, Captain James J. Lima, Jr. of the
Police Department; Deputy Roy E Cook of the Fire Department; Mr. David
Hughes, Administration, and Mr. Norman Stolz, Brewer t Lord Insurance
Agent. This Board will serve in an advisory capacity to reduce hazards Employee
and injuries on the job. Through this Board it is hoped to improve Advisory
conditions by developing an awareness by paying more attention to Safety
safety, such as safety procedures, safety devices, use of safety cloth- Board
ing. Safety ought not to be put on a money basis, but the amount of New
our yearly insurance must be considered for it is a great amount Our
accident record is fair but improvements can be made. Safety govern-
ing agencies look toward the future and it is appropriate that the Town
address itself to what is now in existence.
Mr. O'Connell advised the Board that bids had been received for
the contract for the construction of sanitary sewers under Article 20 Award of
of the 1970 Annual Town Meeting in Westwood Road, Mill Brook Road, Contract
Suzanne Road, Emerson Road, Brent Road, and Concord Avenue. There Sanitary
were 15 bids received, the three low bids were received from Grandview Sewer
Contracting, Inc., Roslindale, Massachusetts, in the amount of
$137, 138, Andreassi Brothers, Inc. , West Roxbury, Massachusetts, in
the amount of $145,507, and A.R. Belli , Inc , Newtonville, Massachusetts
in the amount of $165,470.
Mr McSweeney has recommended that the bid be awarded to Grandview,
low bid.
Motion by Selectman Bailey, seconded by Selectman Brown, and
unanimously voted that the contract to construct sanitary sewer under
Article 20 of the 1970 Annual Town Meeting in Westwood Road, Mill
Brook Road, Suzanne Road, Emerson Road, Brent Road, and Concord Avenue
be awarded to Grandview Contracting, Inc. in the amount of $137, 138.
Mr. O'Connell 1 would like to inform the Board that the Public Public
Works Department has made great progress into the backlog of sewer Works
work. Mr. Coscia and I are impressed by the work that has been done Performanc
There was work done in difficult areas but the finished jobs look very Commended
good. 1 just wanted to make the Board aware of this; I feel that com-
mendation is due.
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Request for Mr. O'Connell advised the Board that he has received a request
Permit Lions from the Lions Club to hold their annual carnival on July 1 through
Club Carnival July 4, 1973. The reason for the early request is to ask for first
1973 consideration. It is Mr. O'Connell's opinion to hold on any reply
and review the entire past record of such events.
Mr. O'Connell presented to the Board for review a Request for
Request for Transfer from the Reserve Fund by the Health Department, Personal
Transfer of Service Account, for the amount of $925. Mr. O'Connell explained
Funds Health that due to illness Mr Belcastro was unable to work for 42 days and
Dept. Personal was entitled to pay. An additional man was needed to cover the
Service Acct. daily duties and the funds requested are to cover this expense.
Motion by Selectman Bailey, seconded by Selectman Brown, and
unanimously voted to authorize the Chairman to sign the Request for
Transfer from the Reserve Fund for the Health Department, Personal
Service Account, in the amount of $925.
Mr. O'Connell submitted and explained the following Requests
Requests for for Transfer of Funds
transfer of
Funds Account #5450, Public Works Road Repair Account for the amount
of $6,000; current balance is $7,900.
This problem goes back to the budget decision, previously made
Public Works by the Board early in 1972 near the end of the snow season. $4,000
Acct. #5450 had to be spent at that time to replace equipment but there was no
attempt made to change the budget. Since that time there have been
two big major repairs needed on heavy equipment. Current mainten-
ance costs approximately $900 each week. This predicted amount of
$6,000 to carry us through the rest of the year is more than the
normal amount expended in this area.
Account #5700, Sewer Maintenance, for the amount of $15,000;
current balance is $1 .98.
Public Works Mr O'Connell explained that most of this additional cost will
-Account #5700 be offset by the recovery expected under the new pumping station
contract. When the new pump station will be in operation we will
deduct 7 months expenses due to a run-over period in the contract.
To maintain the present station the Town has been put through addi-
tional costs in renting additional pumps, chemicals for odors, etc.
Right now $15,000 is needed; about $13,000 of this we would expect
to recover.
Account #5850, Sanitary Landfill , for the amount of $20,000;
current balance is $6,700.
Mr O'Connell reported that the balance represents the amount
Public Works held for the recycling proposal , alteration and construction pro-
Account #5850 grams.
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( I) $10,000 to cover additional costs incurred by Citation from
the State Department of Health
(2) $10,000 as funds to provide study to determine what the Town
should do and how it should go about reaching solution to
solid waste violations, wet land areas, drainage of surface
water
In these areas Mr McSweeney has advised that we must have engi-
neering studies to comply with the State requirements. He has a
proposal from an engineering firm, but the first step is this $10,000
transfer request.
Mr McSweeney I feel that this should be done this year because
of the urgency of time. I am reluctant to let this matter wait. I
received a Citation from the State Department of Health last February
and have not had a chance to meet with those involved. I 've had to
take each step as it comes.
Selectman Bailey The Sanitary Landfill budget was increased be-
cause of needs expected at that time. If this issue would have been
brought up early in May, I may have been able to grasp this a little
better.
Mr. O'Connell If we would have come before you in May, we would
not have known what amount of money would be needed.
Chairman Kenney Would you expect this firm to have the study
completed in time for a recommendation to be made at Town Meeting in
March?
Selectman Brown Is it so that even if we are in violation of
the State Regulations for the Disposal of Solid Wastes by Sanitary
Landfill , we are in less violation than our neighboring Towns?
Mr. O'Connell This is so, but we are now seeing the result of
the pressure by the State on the Town.
Selectman Bailey As 1 recollect, the Sanitary Landfill was not
on our list of priorities.
Chairman Kenney I feel that there should be a re-order of
priorities; which of these items are postponable and in what order.
The Board agreed to hold on these requests until there is further
discussion with the State relative to our financial position at this
-time.
Chairman Kenney greeted those present relative to the School
Street sidewalk and explained lightly the background of the initiating
of the sidewalk installation to its present status. School St.
Chairman Kenney read a memorandum submitted by Mr. McSweeney, Sidewalk
Director of Public Works/Engineering, which referred to an informa-
tional meeting held on September 5, 1972 and tree hearings held on
September 25, 1972. It was noted that none of the original petitioners
for this sidewalk were present at either the informational meeting or
the tree hearing, and, of those present, none spoke in favor of the
proposed sidewalk.
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The memo further indicated that based on the opposition of the
residents and physical obstructions to the construction, ' he Public
Works Department recommends that this project be deleted from Con-
tract #72-3-E.
Mrs. John W. Steiner, 22 Estabrook Road I am speaking not
only for myself but for concerned residents of the conditon of School
Street. School age children must cross School Street on their own
with no assistance. We want something to be done before a traffic
fatality occurs, not afterward. Some few years ago this was consid-
ered a residential area but the character of the street has changed;
the parents are concerned, School Street is now a thoroughfare. Our
survey taken June 24, 1972 showed 162 cars that passed along School
Street and 65 to 72 children that had to cross to get to school .
The Town's survey showed approximately 300 automobiles and 62 children.
There was significant information provided to show the need for a
sidewalk on School Street and this was voted at Town Meeting. Then
we read about the reversal of this approval to construct a sidewalk.
What this boils down to is do you consider the lives of our children
first of the lives of trees, etc.
Chairman Kenney Do you feel that the children should cross at
one location such as they do on Grant Street, or perhaps have the
assistance of a Police crossing guide?
Mrs. Robert Freeman, 24 Estabrook Road On the side of School
Street where there is no sidewalk, I find it very difficult to walk
because the banks along the street end abruptly at the side of the
street. There is no place to walk other than on the street. There
is just no flat surface off the street in sections. At noontime
this street is very busy with traffic.
Mr Erik Lund, 23 Nickerson Road; My children travel this way
to school . 1 travel this way to work and it is a bad situation.
There is no sidewalk and no crossing guide.
Mrs. Steiner One child was hit by a vehicle; it was not fatal .
This child was educated to safety procedure. This situation is very
dangerous especially for new children in the area.
Mrs. Bruce C. McGee, 69 SchoolSt: lhavefour children who use
this route for school . The problem is crossing the street. I have
asked the Police to patrol this area. The children do not use the
sidewalk that is there now. Another sidewalk will not be the answer;
it will not stop speeding.
Mr. Peter J Coccoluto, Jr., 15 Nickerson Road; 1 have been be-
fore the School Committee on this matter. The problem is crossing
School Street. It is the School Committee's feeling that a gathering
place is necessary with a crossing guide at a specific location.
Another sidewalk is not a necessary first step. The sidewalk on one
side of the street is fine and rarely used.
Mrs. Michael Cardillo, 38 School Street The problem in this
area is that the Town does not patrol the street as they should. I
see no need for another sidewalk but I do see a need for better
patrols on School Street.
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Mr Joseph J. Downey, 1 Stimson Avenue I have observed that
children ccoss private lawns and Church property then disperse in
various locations across the street. Again the problem is crossing
the street; a sidewalk is not the answer Perhaps a ( lasing tight
properly installed would be effective.
Mrs. James J. Scanlon, 66 School Street Eastern Avenue, Ewell
Avenue, Grandview Avenue, School Street, Stimson Avenue are all in-
volved. The installation of lights and sidewalk may help Most
children will not go to a common collection point, they will cross at
any point along the way. Children must be indoctrinated as to how to
cross a street.
Mrs. George R. Heine, 29 Eastern Avenue It has been said by
some of you present that children will not pay attention to a crossing
guide but I feel that they do.
Mrs. John C. Dunnicliffe, 26 Deering Avenue In the winter there
are sometimes mounds of snow 8 to 10 times the height of a child.
Perhaps a sidewalk is not the solution but we should strive for some
solution that is effective.
Mr Robert Freedman, 24 Estabrook Road We have been here listen-
ing to discussion on how the installation of this sidewalk would work
and how it would not work. I don't think it is for us to sit here and
try to decide what children would do or would not do. I am shocked at
the traffic condition in this area. The children do not have a chance
with this dangerous condition, especially in the winter. Some posi-
tive decision should be made then go ahead with it for the good and
safety of the children.
Mr. Coccoluto. We have argued about the need for this sidewalk,
listening to views as to why the sidewalk is or is not a necessity.
This is neither arbitrary or capricious because you have failed to
measure conditions. There seems to be no system for weighing condi-
tions. The width of the road should be considered, also winter
conditions and the amount of traffic
Chairman Kenney I value your thoughts but this situation is
just not that clear cut as you can see here tonight.
It was noted that should this sidewalk be built it will abut the
street leaving no place whatsoever to put the snow during the winter.
There were those who expressed concern that well established trees
may be destroyed for the installation of this sidewalk.
Selectman Bailey: It is evident that we have a substantial prob-
lem and it appears that the installation of a sidewalk is not the
solution.
Selectman Brown I am puzzled because I do not understand what
this is all about as I am a new member of the Board. I was at Town
Meeting when this sidewalk was voted. 1 was not at the sidewalk
hearing because I was at the Selectmen's Meeting. 1 really do not
know what brought on this shift that is before the Board this evening.
Mr. O'Connell 1 will supply all information to Mr. Brown. This
is an unusual situation that we are handling. This has grown from an
unusual situation, it does not follow the regular standard procedure.
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Selectman Riff in suggested that perhaps there should be guides
located at specific locations where most needed.
Chairman Kenney: Perhaps the Board should again review this
request and take the matter under advisement.
Mr McSweeney The Police Chief feels that he could not cope
with additional crossing guides, he would prefer the sidewalk. From
the engineering point of view, the installation of this sidewalk may
necessitate a land taking of some few feet, we are not positimeā¢at
this time therefore I will hold on comments.
Selectman Bailey questioned the possibility of the installation
of a pedestrian light at School Street at Massachusetts Avenue, how
effective it might be and what procedures would be necessary for
its installation. This light could be operated only during the
school season.
The Board agreed to take the matter under advisement for further
review at this time.
A letter received from Mrs. Edward E. Furash, 15 John Poulter
Road, informing the Board that Saturday, October 21, is "A Day for the
President". A rally will be held at Anthony' s Pier 4 in Boston and
a cavalcade of cars will leave there to travel through the State.
This cavalcade will arrive in Lexington at approximately II 45 a.m.
on October 21 . It is their request to stop at the Lexington Green
and have the political candidates represented make two minute
speeches. The participants would then continue on to Concord, Acton,
Request for etc.
Permit to The Board discussed the issue of political activities on the
Use Green and consideration was given to other locations in the area
Lexington that might be appropriate that would be satisfactory to the Massachu-
Green setts Federation of Republican Women for holding this event.
Chairman Kenney Without taking direct action on this request,
the Board would like to discourage the use of the Green for political
activities and offer appropriate alternatives.
It was agreed that Chairman Kenney will contact Mrs. Furash by
telephone to explain the position and policy in question and make
alternative suggestions that may be acceptable to this group for
their speech making.
It was moved by Selectman Bailey, seconded by Selectman Rift in
and unanimously voted at 9.00 p.m. to go into Executive Session for
Executive the purpose of discussing, deliberating or voting on matters which,
Session if made public, might adversely affect the public security, the
financial interests of the Town or the reputation of a person.
After discussion of matters of interest to the Town, it was
voted to go out of Executive Session and resume the regular session
of the meeting at 9 30 p.m.
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Chairman Kenney read a request from Mr. Harold MacDonald, President
of the Lexington Golf Club for permission to lease or purchase property
shown on Assessors' Map 058, Lot 019, (Town-owned) for expansion of
their facilities and programs. Their immediate use would be for a
teaching and practice area. Every effort would be made to maintain the
natural character of the referred site.
Mr. O'Connell I have spoken with Mr. Spiros of the Golf Club
and he indicated that they are looking into their budget and wondered
if the Town would allow them to purchase, lease or otherwise acquire
the right to use this land for expansion. This matter has come up
before with the Town. This Board of Directors of the Club wanted
again to look into this. It was my suggestion that they simply make
their request again with the Board. This area was specifically being Lexington
considered for veterans' housing, but assuming that this is not the Golf Club
case if the Town has some flexibility to act on this If it is the Request to
case that the Town is still reluctant to lease the land, then this Lease
request can be denied. I would suggest that this situation be ex- Property
plored.
Chairman Kenney Should we consider the views of other Town Boards
in this matter.
Selectman Riff in Would the Golf Club still be interested after
some time, such as 3 years or 5 years from now.
Mr. O'Connell Yes, they would be. There are 18 acres of land
involved in this area and Mr. Spiros expressed strong interest in use
of some of this area for purposes of practice range perhaps for some
fee to the Town.
Mr. Brown Would this not require a Board of Appeals hearing?
The Board agreed to request of the Planning Board their advisory
opinion on this matter. Mr. MacDonald, President of the Golf Club to
be so advised.
Mrs. Lois Brown, Chairman of the Planning Board met with the Board
to advise that the Subregion Intertown Liaison Committee voted to ex- SILC
tend an invitation to the Town of Lexington to become a member, whereas Lexington
it has beenonly an observer for the past few years. Mrs. Brown further Member-
advised that the Planning Board sees the need for regional planning in ship
the areas of mass transportation, refuse disposal , Bicentennial and
road systems such as the proposed Hartwell Avenue connector. It is the
recommendation of the Planning Board that Lexington become a full mem-
ber of SILC at this time.
Two years ago Lexington was welcomed as an observer by SILC. The
Board of Selectmen at that time felt that we should not become a member.
The SILC By-Laws were outlined as to organization. Mrs. Brown noted
that essentially in the area of regional planning they cover many areas
over which we have no jurisdiction. It is the feeling of the Planning
Board that as we are in a SILC region we should become active members
in order to participate fully in regional and State activities. Lexing-
ton can become a member of SILC by the majority vote of the Board of
Selectmen, in turn, SILC will accept Lexington as a new member by a
majority vote.
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Motion by Selectman Brown, seconded by Selectman Riff in and
unanimously voted to appoint two members to the Subregion Intertown
Liaison Committee.
Chairman Kenney suggested to Mrs. Brown to submit nominees to
be considered for appointment Mrs. Brown in turn requested the
Board to submit nominees for consideration.
Mr. John R. Caswell , Chairman of Subregion Intertown Liaison
Committee, to be advised of Lexington's acceptance of their invita-
tion to join SILC.
An amendment to the Lexington Traffic Rules and Regulations was
submitted to the Board and explained by Mr. McSweeney, Chairman of
the Traffic Safety Committee. The change on December 26, 1966 was
to be on a temporary basis for two months, now, nearly six years
Amendment to later, this is still in effect. This amendment as presented will
Traffic Rules make the change permanent and legal .
& Regulations It was moved by Selectman Bailey, seconded by Selectman Riff in
and unanimously voted that the amendment to the Lexington Traffic
Rules and Regulations be accepted as follows
By deleting from Article VII , Section 1 , Schedule 05 the follow-
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Location Direction From To
Clarke Street Northerly Forest Street Mass. Ave.
Muzzey Street Southerly Mass. Ave. Forest Street
Raymond Street Westerly Muzzey Street Clarke Street
And by adding to same
Location Direction From To
Clarke Street Northerly Raymond Stteet Mass. Ave.
Muzzey Street Southerly Mass. Ave. Raymond Street
Chairman Kenney read a request from Berman's Market Inc. for ap-
Berman' s proval of transfer of stock.
Market Motion by Selectman Bailey, seconded by Selectman Brown and
Transfer of unanimously voted to approve the request of the transfer of 50 shares
Stock of stock presently owned by Edward I . Berman, President of Berman's
Market, Incorporated, 55 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington to Joel G.
Berman, son of Myer Berman and current manager of Berman's Market,
Incorporated.
The Board agreed to submit necessary forms for approval by the
Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission.
Request for Chairman Kenney read a request from Mr. A. Purney Acker for ex-
Sewer Exten- tension of sewer from its present location at 32 Hayes lane to 27 Hayes
sion - Hayes 'Lane, an approximate distance of 150 feet.
Lane The Board agreed to refer this request to the Engineering Depart-
ment for recommendation. Mr. Acker will be so advised.
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Mr. O'Connell informed the Board of a request from the American
Field Service for permission to display a set of foreign flags around
the Lexington Green from November I through 6, 1972.
Mr. O'Connell expressed a reservation in grantingthis permis-
sion for a period of a full week It is not only a matter of expense, Request for
but the practical problem is that flags cannot be displayed for any Permit to
length of time without theft unless there is constant patrol . It is Display
disgraceful that we can no longer leave flags on public display Flags at
because of the increased vandalism, and this is especially so for Lexington
flags. Green
Mr. McSweeney It seems that a watchman is necessary. Weekdays
are somewhat better than Sundays.
After some discussion, it was moved by Selectman Bailey, seconded
by Selectman Brown and unanimously voted that the American Field Ser-
vice be granted permission to display a set of foreign flags around
the Lexington Green for one day providing that someone is available
to oversee the area to discourage vandalism.
Mr. O'Connell will contact Miss Laurie Yaffee, President of
American Field Service, to explain the decision of the Board.
Chairman Kenney read the recommendation submitted by the Planning
Board relative to the status of the Vine Brook Bridge, as follows
That the bridge not be removed for the present but remain chained and Vine Brook
posted. The Planning Board feels that a properly located footbridge Bridge
may be a desirable feature; its usefulness and location should be
evaluated later, when the homes now under construction on Fairfield
Drive are occupied and pedestrian patterns become clear.
The Board is waiting further word from the Conservation Commis-
sion.
It was agreed that no action will be taken on the matter of the
Vine Brook bridge at this time.
Chairman Kenney read the request for abatement of sewer better-
ment from Mrs. Beatrice I . Bergstrom, 497 Concord Avenue. The length
of the driveway is more than 600 feet and very low. The cost of con-
necting to the sewer line would be too costly. Mrs. Bergstrom feels
that she should not have to pay the betterment of $1,411.33 for this Sewer
service that she cannot use. Betterment
A memorandum submitted by Mr. Martin, Assistant Town Engineer, Deferment
explained the details involved. 497 Concord
Mr. McSweeney suggested that the Board allow a deferment on Avenue
this betterment.
Motion by Selectman Brown, seconded by Selectman Bailey and
unanimously voted that under the provisions of Chapter 159 of the Acts
of 1950, to extend the time for payment of $1 ,411 .33 sewer betterment
assessment levied against property owned by Mrs. Beatrice I . Bergstrom
and located at 497 Concord Avenue, without interest, until said land
or any part thereof is sold or severed, whichever event occurs first,
or until the expiration of three years from the date hereof.
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Sign Warrant It was moved by Selectman Bailey, seconded by Selectman Riffin and
State unanimously voted to sign the Warrant for the State Election to be held
Election on November 7, 1972 and to set the hours for opening and closing of
the polls from 7 00 a.m. to 8 00 p.m.
It was moved by Selectman Bailey, seconded by Selectman Riffin
Liqqor and unanimously voted to authorize the Chairman to sign the Liquor
I .D. Card Identification Card for Robert William Armstrong, Jr., 89 Hill Street.
It was moved by Selectman Riffin, seconded by Selectman Brown and
Minutes unanimously voted toe accept the minutes of the meeting of September 18,
1972, regular and executive session.
It was moved by Selectman Bailey, seconded by Selectman Brown and ,
unanimously voted to sign the Memorandum of Agreement with the State
Sign State Department of Public Works to construct a Class 1 Bituminous Concrete
Agreement Pavement Type I-I ; install drainage and otherwise improve a section
Sewer Road- of roadway in Lexington being known as East Street. The work to begin
way at at a point about 200 feet east of Lowell Street about Station 6+65 and
East Street extend in a westerly direction to about Station 37+50 at Grant Street.
Chairman Kenney reported to the Board that there have been numer-
ous reports of complaint relative to dumping activity at the Cataldo
Farm on Bow Street. The complaints are related to the substances
that are dumped It has been expressed that the complainants see no
objection to the filling of this area in question with clean fill.
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Dumping at Our local Board of Health does issue a permit under Regulations Chap-
Cataldo ter VI , Section six, to dispose of waste material of any description.
Property A violation notice was mailed to Mr. Cataldo on October 3, 1972
Bow Street ordering him to stop using his land for dumping and asked him to file
for a permit from the Board of Health. Three site inspections were
made since that time to determine compliance with this order.
The Board agreed that Mr. Cataldo be advised to file request
with the Board of Health for necessary permit and that stipulation be
made by the Board of Health fillet only clean fill be dumped.
W.H. Lyon Realtors, Inc. submitted their findings on an on-the-
Awards of site inspection and appraisal of damages which may result from the
Damages taking by the Town of sewer and construction easements as shown on
Sewer Ease- a plan entitled "Plan of Sewer Easements from Maple Street to Woburn
ments Maple Street" dated July 28, 1972, as requested by Mr. McSweeney, Director
to Woburn of Public Works/Engineering.
Sts. The Board reviewed same and the recommendations for awards as
submitted by William J. Martin, Assistant Town Engineer.
It was moved by Selectman Bailey, seconded by Selectman Brown
and unanimously voted the award of damages in the Woburn Street to
Maple Street Trunk Sewer Easement Order of Takings as follows
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IBenjamin Franklin Homes, Inc , Maple Street No damages since
this makes sewer available to a large tract of subdividable land.
George Hamparian, 253 Woburn Street No damages by reason that
the permanent easement falls only in that portion of the lot
where the zoning by-law already prohibits any uses that would
normally be restricted by an easement.
Edward H. and Doral Stacey, 245 Woburn Street No damages since
their property is affected in the same manner as Hamparian.
Lester H. Fogg, off Woburn Street No damages since this is all
back land and of little value other than for open space
It was moved by Selectman Bailey, seconded by Selectman Brown and
unanimously voted to adjourn the meeting at 10 35 p.m.
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