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Home My WebLink About2025-05-21-REC-min-attam here to discuss Valley and the possible conversion of it to Tennis Only if USTA funding is obtained to fill the funding gap. I represent residents who play pickleball independently with friends and family, either in addition to or instead of, the greatly appreciated matches organized by LPC. We understand that the bid came in over budget and additional funding is needed to replace the courts which are at their end of life. However, we believe that using special interest group funds which would restrict resident usage raises significant legal, ethical and equity concerns. There is already tennis court overcapacity as evidenced by unfilled reservation slots at Gallagher, especially in the first half of the day. Yet, residents seeking to play PB outside of sessions organized by LPC struggle to reserve courts, as capacity is severely limited, particularly in the mornings and evenings. Restricting Valley to Tennis Only would exacerbate this inequity. Valley accounts for approximately 47% of court time available for PB on PlayLocal. It has essentially been the only option for independent play since the middle school has Clarke, we were booted from Gallagher, and LPC and LexRec contracted for all mornings and many late afternoon/evenings at Adams, leaving very few courts available for independent groups. Taking private donations from outside special interest groups with restrictions, such as those required by the USTA funding, would require the town to restrict access to taxpayer funded facilities on public land, taking away the rights of one group of taxpayers (pickleball players) to play on their own courts. We have already lost the rights to play at a multimillion dollar court complex funded by our tax dollars due to hypothetical concerns about PB noise in a location where PB had been played for years without complaint, and noise from other sports is as loud and frequent, if not more so, than from PB. We urge you not to accept funding which would restrict court access to Tennis only and to keep access as it is now, even if that means delaying Valley renovations to sometime in the future when funding can be obtained. Pre -Assigned Court Time Where PB is Permitted -Weekdays Clarke Courts Valley Courts Adams Courts __ Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri Mon Tues Wed Th Fr Mon Tues Wed Th Fri 8a 9a School LPC 10a lla 12p Ip 2p 3p 4p Rec RCC Tenns Tenns'" Sp Rec Adpty 6p 1 3 7p 1 2 3 4/28/25 Esteemed Recreation Committee, We hope all is well with you and your families I am reaching out today to provide a review of our success through the 2024 LHS Girls Soccer Sponsorship Program and to ask for your support for the 2025 Sponsorship Program. In 2024, we were able to secure sponsorship from five businesses local to Lexington for six banners. These were: Lexington Dental Associates, Compass Real Estate, Omar's World of Comics & Bistro, Theater Pharmacy, and MA France Bakery & Delicatessen. Through these five businesses, we were able to raise $5,750 which accounted for 1/3 of the Girls' Varsity Booster Club budget for 2024! Needless to say, it was a tremendous success which you supported and championed. Given its first-year accomplishments, we come to you with the ask to renew your support for the LHS GVS Sponsorship Program for 2025. As it is currently stipulated in your initial letter of recommendation (attached), we would once again be seeking the creation and display of eight banners for all LHS Girls Varsity and JV teams. We are working with Melissa B. and the vendor (Activitas) for a solution that would fit the newly outfitted Lincoln 1 field, the Girls' home field. If you have any questions or concerns please reach out as I would be glad to present and discuss the plan once we have it drawn up. Thank you for your time and attention. 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We appreciate the Committee's consideration of this request for inclusion on the May 21, 2025, meeting agenda. Our youth cricket program serves dozens of young athletes in Lexington & beyond, fostering physical fitness, teamwork, and community engagement through the sport of cricket. We were recently featured in the news media, including in the Boston Globe and WGBH. Our adult cricket (125+ members, > 50% Lexington residents, Tier 4) and youth cricket (>25 kids, Tier 2/3) programs have been extremely well-received and are quite popular in Lexington and neighboring towns, and we anticipate demand to continue increasing in the near future. To ensure the smooth operation of our program, we require a secure, onsite storage solution for essential equipment, including stumps, balls, bats, protective gear, and a portable tent. A dedicated storage shed will eliminate the need for offsite transportation of equipment, streamline setup and breakdown processes, and protect our gear from weather-related damage, ensuring its longevity and availability for participants. GBos Cricket is happy to cover all expenses that occur as part of this storage shed installation. Pictures of the proposed shed are shown below for your reference: Greater Boston (GBos) Cricket Foundation GRFATER BOSTON CRICKET FOUNDATION We propose the installation of a vertical outdoor storage shed with the following specifications: 1 0 • Exterior Dimensions (rough): (6-8)ft W x (3-4)ft D x (6-8)ft H • Capacity: 100-200 cubic feet • Construction: All-weather resin, providing water resistance and UV protection • Color/Style: Neutral color (e.g., beige or gray) to blend with the surrounding environment • Example Model: Suncast Extra -Large Vertical Outdoor Storage Shed (or comparable model) We propose placing the shed on Crumb Field where we create a temporary `backyard pitch' solution every year to run an introductory program for young kids (ages 6-10 years). This location ensures accessibility for our program volunteers while minimizing interference with other recreational activities. We are open to working with the Recreation Department to identify the most suitable placement to meet site requirements. The shed would be delivered and removed each year as a temporary installation on Crumb Field (please see pictures of identified location below), for use in the summer (June through August) for the duration of our youth program. We hope to find a similar suitable location on the newly designed fields post -LHS construction where a cricket field is being planned & designed in the new LHS plan. We are happy to work with the Recreation Committee and Department of Public Works to decide the best location for this shed that minimizes interference with any field maintenance work. We look forward to the opportunity to discuss this proposal at the May 21, 2025, Recreation Committee meeting. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions of need any further information. Sincerely, Kartik Shah Founder & President www.GBosCricket.com 00 .fie®�,,,® �e Lexington RECREATION &COMMUNITY rnocknms 2025 Badminton Overview Table Of Contents Badminton Program History 4WEBadminton Overview Badminton Equipment and Courts Department Improvements Badminton Program Attendance Badminton in Other Communities Badminton Program History • Fall 2015 - Adult Badminton first offered o One night per week • Winter 2022 - Adult Badminton program expanded o Two nights per week • Winter 2025 - New equipment purchased o Upon request, three new badminton nets were purchased Badminton Overview • Breakdown of programs offered: o Programs offered two nights per week ■ 20 participant maximum each night ■ $100 registration fee (one session a week, entire program) o Programs are offered in the fall, winter, and spring • Badminton registrations by_year: o 2022 - 61 unique participants o 2023 - 62 unique participants o 2024 - 55 unique participants Badminton Equipment and Courts • Badminton Equipment Provided: o Racquets and birdies ■ Participant input is considered when purchasing equipment o Nets and equipment are set up by the gym attendant • Badminton Courts: 0 3 regulation badminton courts for doubles play ■ 12 total players at a time o Lines are taped preseason by Recreation staff o 3 SwiftNet badminton nets ■ Portable (not in ground) ■ Easy set up and break down, stronger than previous nets Department Improvements • Winter 2024 - Attendance tracked digitally o Gym attendants take attendance at the door o Recreation staff monitor attendance numbers for trends and other informational purposes o Paper attendance sheets have been eliminated • Winter 2025 - Attendance has been tracked digitally for 50 programs o Programs include adult and youth, and vary from adult sports to youth STEM prograr Badminton Program Attendance • Fall 2024 Attendance: • Monday -12.60 average • Thursday -10.88 average • Winter & Spring 2025 Attendance (through 5 15)_ • Monday -10.11 average • Thursday -10.88 average Badminton Program Attendance • 2024 and 2025 Badminton Attendance to date (5L15). o 506 attended * 348 absent * 11.50 participants per session • Winter 2025 Registration Numbers: • Monday - 21 registrations • Thursday - 20 registrations • Spring 2025 Registration Numbers: • Monday - 15 registrations • Thursday - 20 registrations Badminton in Other Communities Lexington--. Nights Monday & Thursday Wednesday & Friday Monday & Tuesday 7:00-9:00pm 6:30-9:30pm 8:00-10:00pm $100 - resident $185 resident and non-resident Price $110 -non-resident $25 drop in - depending on $115 resident and non-resident availability Session Length 10 weeks 10 weeks October -June -30 weeks Equipment provided Equipment provided Details SwiftNet system Equipment provided In -ground net system (installed Taped lines by Needham Public Schools) Thankyou.' Town of Lexington Adams Court LPC Relining Project Proposal •Obective1BM.�G Provide a better Pickleball experience for players in Lexington • Visible lines with enough contrast for a safe and fun experience • Better utilization of existing space to accommodate the growing demand Creative solution: LPC led, fund, private project Objective Provide a better Pickleball experience for players in Lexington • Visible lines with enough contrast for a safe and fun experience • Better utilization of existing space to accommodate the growing demand Constraints 9 Complete first phase this year to benefit players during the 2025 outdoor Mr.WeIrel • Maintain balance of Tennis and Pickleball across all existing sites �,�.�� ..hw,� *INC Example of Color -Blocked Courts Be A - Full Surface Treatment v�y��NGTOy ro m Patch existing and growing cracks, eliminate "bird baths", repaint Tennis and Pickleball lines B - Pickleball Lines Only Add high contrast Pickleball lines Both options: Remove and replace N" in fencing M IN Left: painting project drawing • 6 color -blocked pickleball courts w/ rollaway nets • 2 lined tennis courts w/ permanent nets Above: Bedford John Glenn Middle School as example [*See Appendix for additional court layout variations] 7 ut Painting Project Drawing: • Add new Pickleball lines in yellow o 6 color -blocked pickleball courts w/ rollaway nets • Align lines with existing tennis lines to avoid confusion o 2 lined tennis courts w/ permanent nets [*See Appendix for additional court layout variations] 8 Proposal Overview Options Est. Cost Funding Source Pros Cons Option A - Full Surface Treatment $30K LPC (in • Good short term Unknown longevity with aging collaboration playable surface surface / end -of -life Patch existing and growing cracks, with for both sports eliminate "bird baths", repaint Tennis LexRec?) and Pickleball lines • Fewer lines and colors Option B - Pickleball Lines Only $10K LPC • Fair short term Multiple lines and colors improvement for Add high contrast Pickleball lines Pickleball • Smaller investment LPC's Progress (as of May 18, 2025) • Detailed vendor selection process for fence and repainting work o On site meetings • Obtained quotes o Reference checks o With advice from Peter and Claire on requirements • Court layout plan o See diagrams • Established funding source with LPC budget IN v�*INGT0 AX.�'G • LPC supports making Valley Tennis -only to option USTA grants, and designate Adams to be Pickleball-only with 6 courts • Recognizing the successful pilot from summer 2024, and for the town to offer equitable play facilities for both sports, LPC recommends altering the Option B proposal o LPC to repaint Adams for Pickleball-only, summer 2025 o Keep Tennis nets so the facility could be used for casual tennis o Not fix cracks at this time • Accelerate Adams courts rebuild within Rec Comm 5 year plan (to FY28) • Availability of Tennis and Pickleball courts throughout the town: Gallagher Valley Clarke Adams 10 Tennis only 2 Tennis only r 2 PB reservation only 6 PB only 4 dual use 11 Company Fence Paint 6 Courts +Crack repair Reference Notes FENSU (1) $2,000 Waltham Ins paperwork close RELIABLE Fence $2,964 Asphalt Line Striping (3) $3600 Paint primarily Premier Sealcoating (2) $5,200 -$7,200 $4800 $25,000 Done local work (holding up or not?) Sports Tek (3) $9600 Worked with Lex, Not responsive East Coast Sport Surfaces Seal Pro (1) $2400 $28,025 Checked NY based. Most professional (1,2,3) indicate preference 12 v�y��NCToy r ❑ Select Option A, B, or C ❑ LPC ❑ Select Vendor ❑ Schedule Work ❑ Paperwork with Town ❑ RecCo m m / Town ❑ Notify public ❑ Final Approval 13 • Additional variations on layout for Options A & B MI ,r Bedford John Glenn Middle School: 6 color -blocked pickleball courts w/ rollaway nets 2 lined tennis courts w/ permanent nets 15 3) W. �r. � �® a Lexington RECREATION & COMMUNITY P ROG RA.N 5 Town of Lexington Recreation and Community Programs Melissa Battite, CPRP Tel: 781-698-4800 Director of Recreation and Community Programs Fax: 781-861-2747 Recreation & Community Programs May 2025 Report Save the Date & FYI • On May 6th from 6:30-8:30pm Christine, Tom, Kate, Michelle, Dana, and Susan presented to the 15 residents who are students in the Lexington Civic Academy. • Thursday, May 22nd— Center Recreation Playground Community Meeting #1 • Saturday, May 24th — Discovery Day • Tuesday, May 27th — Lexington Farmers' Market opens for the season • July is National Park & Recreation Month. On Monday, April 29, 2025, the Lexington Select Board signed a Proclamation to recognize National Park & Recreation Month in Lexington. The Department will host a community table at the July 11t Farmers Market to promote and share information on programs and services. Pine Meadows Golf Club • New Logo for 2025 0 309 submitted logos from 43 different designers around the world. o Thank you to all the Recreation staff for providing valuable constructive criticism in the 3 surveys we sent out to narrow down the choices during this busy time of year. Now is the fun part to order all the new SWAG for golf. ..�► MEADOWS;EP�IN: www.lexingtonma.gov/recreation recdept @ lexi ngton ma.gov 39 MARRETT ROAD, LEXINGTON, MA 02421 (office) 1625 MASSACHUSETTS AVENUE, LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS 02420 (moil) Recreation Committee Membership Interviews for the vacant seat on the Committee are underway. Claire Sheth, Renen Bassik and Melissa Battite are conducting the interviews and expect to have a recommendation for placement sometime in May. Two member terms are due to expire at the end of May 2025, Rick DeAngelis and Renen Bassik. Both members have expressed interest in remaining on the Committee and have reapplied. During the Monday, May 19th Select Board meeting, the consent agenda included the reappointments for 3 additional years. Thank you both for your continued service. The School Committee has decided on our member roles and liaison assignments for 2025-2026. Kathleen Lenihan and Sarah Carter will be the SC liaisons to the Recreation Committee this year. The 2025-2026 Select Board Committee Liaison Assignments & Membership which will be effective on 7/1/2025 includes Doug Lucente as the liaison to the Recreation Committee. Also FYI, effective July 1, 2025, Jill Hai will be Select Board Chair and Joe Pato will be Select Board Vice Chair. Programs & Services • Spring programs are underway. This includes such programs as Adaptive Quickball, Spring NFL FLAG Football League, Adult Softball League, and Moms on the Mound Softball. • A series of orientations and trainings with summer staff will take place over the next month as we prepare for the start of summer programs on Monday, June 23rd Parks, Fields, & Facilities Aquatics • The Town Pool will open for the season on Monday, June 2nd and the Old Reservoir will open on Saturday, June 7th • DPW and Weston & Sampson will be finalizing their preseason prep at the aquatics facilities before the end of the month. • While the majority of positions have been filled, there is still a need for additional lifeguards are recruitment for this position will continue. Athletic Fields The batting cage next to the Center #1 baseball field was recently repaired. The summer field schedule should be completed by the end of the month. Hard Court Surfaces • The Massachusetts State Track Coaches Association (MSTCA) hosted a large invitational track meet at the Center Recreation Complex on Saturday, May 10th. Between 900-1,000 athletes competed. Despite the rain, the meet ran smoothly. Cape & Island has been completing repairs at the Center Track in recent weeks. One of the glass backboards at the Farias Basketball Courts was vandalized on Wednesday, April 9th. A replacement backboard was ordered and installed on Friday, April 25tH DPW assembled and delivered six new portable pickleball nets to Clarke earlier this month. Playgrounds • A replacement slide for the Lincoln Park Playground was ordered on April 28th and should be delivered and installed within the next montn. The previous slide that was broken has been removed and the opening has been blocked off until the replacement slide is installed. • The routine playground inspections will resume this month. Budget & Capital Two NRPA Grants received: • The National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), with the support of the RRF Foundation for Aging, announced a grant opportunity that will provide funding, training, and technical assistance to develop and advance strategies to increase social and intergenerational connectedness and improve healthy aging. The goal of this grant is to build upon research and findings in NRPA's Healthy Aging Framework to elevate and demonstrate the essential role of parks and recreation in supporting people as they age in place in their communities. Lexington Recreation and Community Programs was one of four park and recreation agencies awarded to receive $17,500 coupled with training and technical assistance to implement one or more eligible strategies in the Healthy Aging Framework and participate in an evaluation throughout a six-month project period. Christine Dean is the lead on this project and will work with Senior Serives to create and implement an intergenerational gardening program this summer. • We're thrilled to announce that the Lexington Recreation & Community Programs Department has been selected by the National Recreation and Park Association to participate in the Million Coaches Challenge. We're committed to building positive experiences for our young people — which means training our coaches, staff and volunteers in how to support positive youth development. Through the Million Coaches Challenge, we're receiving access to no -cost training from the US Soccer Foundation, which will help build a future where our youth know how to work together, celebrate success, manage failure and are equipped with the skills they need to thrive. Lincoln Park Fitness Stations The Lincoln Park Subcommittee met on Wednesday April 16. During that meeting the group reviewed various options and manufacturers of outdoor fitness equipment while Christine provided insight into the current use of the facility at the Community Center. Greenfields Outdoor Fitness was chosen at the Community Center based on the options for accessible and mult-age use. The Committee has been in communication with the local Rep from Greenfields and had a preliminary site vist on May 14 to discuss options. The LPSC would like to keep 15 stations and use the existing footprints to replace the stations with comparable implements that will fit in the space. Initial discussions suggest that installation will be likely be via concrete footings vs. pouring full pads. Lincoln Park Boardwalks The preliminary survey from the surveyor was received in early April, a site walk and once all of the info is gathered, plans for permitting will begin. It is anticipated that filing the Notice of Intent for the 5/20 submission date which puts us on the 6/10 hearing date with a likely 2nd meeting on 6/24. Following that, will include finishing up construction documents and then put this out to bid. Turf Recycling Presentations On April 10, 2025, staff from Recreation, Public Works, Sustainablity and Health participated in two Turf Recycling Presentations. Each presentation was held at the Community Center and laste 60 minutes. In addition to Town staff and presenters (in person/hybrid), professional staff from Activitas, Inc joined the discussions. The new technology continues to evolve and opportunities to further reduce the environmental impacts associated with the disposal of synthetic turf products. Center Playground Replacement Project —Town staff had a site visit with the playground designer and installer on Wednesday, May 7th. Two community meetings have been scheduled to gather feedback and review proposed designs with the community. They have been scheduled for Thursday, May 22nd and Tuesday, June 24th. The design survey has launched and is currently live. Valley Courts — the bid results came in overbudget. Staff have applied for a grant through the United States Tennis Association (USTA). If the grant is approved, then the project would be able to move forward. One condition of the USTA grant is for courts to be lined only for tennis. Staff spoke with representatives from the Lexington Pickleball Club (LPC) and they expressed support for this concept, meaning that if the grant is approved, the Valley Courts would only be lined for tennis once they are reconstructed. A final decision about this project is expected to be made by the end of May. Fiske Field Renovation — the fields reopened for permitted use as of Thursday, May Stn Harrington New Fields Construction Project — the schematic design is nearing completion and full design will begin in the coming months. Lincoln Field #2 —the contractor (RAD Sports) is scheduled to mobilize on Monday, June 16tH Pine Meadows Golf Clubhouse Renovation — renovation is ongoing. Bowman Field Renovation — the survey work will begin in the coming weeks. Once the survey is completed, next steps will be determined. Community Center Shade Structure: In 2022 ARPA funding was requested under the Public Health category and approved for Outdoor Shelters for Programming (permanent shade shelters) in the amount of $160,000 (up to). The Recreation & Community Programs Department had submitted a request for outdoor shelters to be located at the Community Center and the Town Pool. Two shades were installed at the Town Pool in November 2024 and two more are scheduled to be installed at the Community Center in May 2025. A 20x20 cantilever shade will cover the outdoor ping pong table and a 45x34 4 -post shade will cover the outdoor fitness equipment. Tent: Installation of our seasonal tent took place on May 14 and will be available for rentals and programming through October. Bocce Court: In Fall 2024 Ryan Zhang from Troop 119 in Lexington approached the Recreation and Community Programs Department with a proposal to construct a Bocce Court at the Community Center for his Eagle Scout Project. Ryan presented his plan to install a 30x6 foot court to the Recreation Committee on November 20, 2024. Mr. Zhang has worked with Tom throughout the process of coordinating with Dig Safe, DPW, and the Historical Society. Fundraising for the materials has completed and the Bocce court installation is complete. Play Equipment: In September 2024 the LexRec was notified that they were the recipient of the Great Play Giveaway promotional contest for a free playground (thanks for your entry, Ann)! Upon further review, the additional freight and construction costs not covered by the program exceeded what could be funded without proper progression through the Capital Planning process. As an alternative, the Department was offered a $5000 voucher to be used towards any play structure or equipment manufactured by BCI Burke. Staff reviewed a number of options and ultimately chose an outdoor sports product, P6Ball, to be installed at the Community Center. This product will provide a play amenity for elementary -aged children and will be an asset to our seasonal programs and summer camps. With the help of DPW, we anticipate installation in mid-June. Art: We received a grant through the Massachusetts Council for the Arts last year to fund the murals downstairs and a photo installation on the main level. The metal photo prints have arrived and will be installed soon! The black and whites were taken by Lexington Resident, Rebecca Titemore in 1987. Marketing & Building Use • 203 (91 unique) reservations totaling 1,220 hours • Visitation totaled 15,479 • DPW/DPF/IT completed 16 work orders to help keep the building safe and usable for the public. • Registration 0 460 Registrations 0 194 Memberships o $847 donated to the Rec Scholarship Fund • Online brochure views reached 1,986 reads for an average of 4 minutes. • May Constant Contact had a 71% open rate (10,639) and 5% click rate (725). Programming • 32 students from Clarke and Diamond attended the Middle School Half Day Trip on May 6th to Kimball Farm. They enjoyed bumper cars, bumper boats, mini golf, an arcade, ice cream and more. • There was an Egg Hunt on April 5th with over 120 children registered between the ages of 2-8. View the Instagram video for a recap. • April Break went well with a Chess program (8 students), Dungeons & Dragons (6 students), and a Metrocraft/Public speaking course (14 students). A fun addition to the D&D course was that we took a field trip on the LexPress to Omar's World of Comics where the kids chose a minuature to paint later in the week. • Youth Spring classes have started up, classes are Chess, Martial Arts, Table Tennis, Archery, Junior Golf, Pickleball, and D&D. Spring will end the first or second week of June. 2025-2026 Select Board Liaison Assignments Committee/Board 2025 Board Liaison Assignment Effective July 1, 2025 change from prev year Battle Road Scenic Byway Committee Doug Lucente yes Economic Development Advisory Committee Doug Lucente yes Fund for Lexington Board (1 of 2) Doug Lucente Lexington Center Committee Doug Lucente yes Monuments and Memorials Committee Doug Lucente yes Recreation Committee Doug Lucente yes Semiquincentennial Commission (Lex250) Doug Lucente Small Business Round Table Doug Lucente yes Tourism Committee Doug Lucente yes Town Celebrations Committee Doug Lucente yes Youth Commission Doug Lucente Appropriation Committee Jill Hai yes Capital Expenditures Committee Jill Hai yes Cary Library Executive Board (2 of 2) Jill Hai Historic Districts Commission Jill Hai yes Historical Commission Jill Hai yes Lexington Housing Assistance Board (LexHAB) Jill Hai MAGIC Jill Hai Munroe Center for the Arts Board Jill Hai yes School Committee Jill Hai yes Town Report Committee Jill Hai yes Ad Hoc Crematory Study Committee II Joe Pato Cary Library Executive Board (1 of 2) Joe Pato yes Commission on Disability Joe Pato Fund for Lexington Board (2 of 2) Joe Pato Greenways Corridor Committee Joe Pato Noise Advisory Committee Joe Pato School Building Committee (MSBA) Joe Pato School Master Planning Advisory Committee* Joe Pato Sustainable Lexington Committee Joe Pato Traffic Safety Group Joe Pato Tree Committee Joe Pato Affordable Housing Trust Mark Sandeen Bicycle Advisory Committee Mark Sandeen Board of Health Mark Sandeen Community Preservation Committee Mark Sandeen Hanscom Area Towns Committee Mark Sandeen Human Rights Committee Mark Sandeen Permanent Building Committee (PBC) Mark Sandeen School Master Planning Advisory Committee* Mark Sandeen Communication Advisory Comittee Vineeta Kumar yes Council for the Arts Vineeta Kumar yes Council on Aging Vineeta Kumar yes Design Advisory Committee Vineeta Kumar yes Economic Development Advisory Committee Vineeta Kumar yes Housing Partnership Board Vineeta Kumar yes Small Business Round Table Vineeta Kumar yes Transportation Advisory Committee Vineeta Kumar yes Vision for Lexington Committee Vineeta Kumar yes Effective July 1, 2025 CONTACT INFORMATION: Jill Hai jillhailex@gmail.com Joe Pato jpato@lexingtonma.gov Doug Lucente doug.lucente@gmail.com Mark Sandeen msandeen@lexingtonma.gov Vineeta Kumar vkumar@lexingtonma.gov Lexington M5-2025 RECREATION &COMMUNITY Town of Lexington ..��. Recreation and Community Programs Melissa Battite, CPRP Tel: 781-698-4800 Director of Recreation and Community Programs Fax: 781-861-2747 We're thrilled to announce that the Lexington Recreation & Community Programs Department has been selected by the National Recreation and Park Association to participate in the Million Coaches Challenge. We're committed to building positive experiences for our young people — which means training our coaches, staff and volunteers in how to support positive youth development. Through the Million Coaches Challenge, we're receiving access to no -cost training from the US Soccer Foundation, which will help build a future where our youth know how to work together, celebrate success, manage failure and are equipped with the skills they need to thrive. The Million Coaches Challenge As leaders in delivering diverse and engaging youth programs, park and recreation agencies play a crucial role in shaping positive experiences for young people. Yet, some staff and volunteers may feel uncertain about how to best support social and emotional well-being, promote positive youth development and create inclusive spaces where every child feels welcome. That's where the Million Coaches Challenge steps in! In 2024, NRPA proudlyjoined the Million Coaches Challenge to help the Susan Crown Exchange achieve a powerful goal: equip one million coaches with essential youth development skills by 2025. Through the MCC initiative, NRPA is partnering with leading national training organizations like the Center for Healing and Justice Through Sport, How to Coach Kids, Positive Coaching Alliance and the United States Soccer Foundation to offer high-quality, no -cost training programs at park and recreation agencies. These programs are specifically designed to empower park and recreation professionals, staff and volunteers with the tools and strategies needed to foster positive, inclusive environments where every child can thrive. With foundational support from the Susan Crown Exchange, plus additional support from ESPN to expand the reach and impact of the program, we're not just preparing coaches — we're building a future where kids learn to work together, celebrate their successes, overcome challenges and develop the skills they need to succeed in life. "Creating Community Through People, Parks & Places" www.Iexingtonma.gov/recreation recdept@lexingtonma.gov 39 MARRETT ROAD, LEXINGTON, MA 02421 • t: • =JII'9• Training courtesy of the U.S. Soccer Foundation • June 14th from 9:30am - 11:30am Location: Lexington Community Center (39 Marrett Road, Lexington MA 02421) • Sign-up for the in-person session here! Questions: email cschroeder@lexingtonma.gov SCAN ME 101 0 k Understanding you, your youth, and the community • Developing your team code/culture Modeling and teaching empathy • Making the connection • Strengthening the connection • Sustaining the connection • Honoring the connection �� • Participants receive a Coach -Mentor Certificate of Completion from the U.S. Soccer Foundation upon completion! IF *ia�, AIR A Y000" %__ Hosted By:Lexington RKRF.ATION &COMMUNITY V It0G RA %15 f@@ussoccerfoundation NRPA NATIONAL RECREATION f AND PARK ASSOCIATION 4w Supported by: MILLION suson crown © COACHES CHALLENGE '. (?� x1 am ej qussoccerfoundation.org/cmt NR pA NATIONAL RECREATION AND PARK ASSOCIATION Million Coaches Challenge NRPA Grantee Marketing and Media Toolkit 2025 Congratulations on being selected to receive a grant through the Million Coaches Challenge (MCC) initiative. The National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) looks forward to supporting your agency as you train youth sports coaches, camp counselors, agency staff, volunteers and other youth -serving professionals in positive youth development. This toolkit includes messaging that will support talking about your participation in the challenge. It will also help you spread the word about training opportunities for youth sports coaches and other youth -serving professionals in your community. We thank you in advance for your efforts to ensure leaders working with young people have the skills, knowledge and confidence to support positive youth development! Your points of contact for promoting your grant and/or for questions about this toolkit are: Brian McFadden NRPA Program Manager 703.858.2184 1 bmcfadden@nrpa.org Charissa Hipp NRPA Marketing and Engagement Manager 703.858.2158 1 chipp@nrpa.org • Toolkit Overview.............................................................................................................................................2 • Background Information.................................................................................................................................3 • The Million Coaches Challenge...................................................................................................................3 • Funder Acknowledgement..........................................................................................................................3 • Branding and Logo Usage............................................................................................................................4 • Key Messaging.................................................................................................................................................4 • Sample Website/Newsletter Language...........................................................................................................5 • Social Media Guidance....................................................................................................................................6 • Sample Social Media Posts About Your Award...........................................................................................6 • Sample Social Media Posts to Recruit Training Participants.......................................................................6 • Sample Emails to Recruit Training Participants...........................................................................................7 0 Million Coaches Challenge Graphics and Videos............................................................................................9 • About Photos..................................................................................................................................................9 2 • Tips for Gathering Stories From Coaches........................................................................................................9 THE MILLION COACHES CHALLENGE As leaders in delivering diverse and engaging youth programs, park and recreation agencies play a crucial role in shaping positive experiences for young people. Yet, some staff and volunteers may feel uncertain about how to best support social and emotional well-being, promote positive youth development and create inclusive spaces where every child feels welcome. That's where the Million Coaches Challenge steps in! In 2024, NRPA proudly joined the Million Coaches Challenge to help the Susan Crown Exchange achieve a powerful goal: equip one million coaches with essential youth development skills by 2025. Through the MCC initiative, NRPA is partnering with leading national training organizations like the Center for Healing and Justice Through Sport, How to Coach Kids, Positive Coaching Alliance and the United States Soccer Foundation to offer high-quality, no -cost training programs at park and recreation agencies. These programs are specifically designed to empower park and recreation professionals, staff and volunteers with the tools and strategies needed to foster positive, inclusive environments where every child can thrive. With foundational support from the Susan Crown Exchange, plus additional support from ESPN to expand the reach and impact of the program, we're not just preparing coaches — we're building a future where kids learn to work together, celebrate their successes, overcome challenges and develop the skills they need to succeed in life. FUNDER ACKNOWLEDGEMENT The National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) is the leading nonprofit organization dedicated to building strong, vibrant and resilient communities through the power of parks and recreation. Through the Susan Crown Exchange's Million Coaches Challenge initiative, NRPA partners with leading national training providers to deliver high-quality training programs focused on social and emotional learning and diversity, equity and inclusion. With foundational support from the Susan Crown Exchange and additional support from ESPN to broaden the program's impact, NRPA is not only equipping park and recreation agencies with essential coach training but also actively supporting the recruitment and retention of coaches. By leveraging its extensive network of park and recreation professionals, youth sports coaches and youth sports partners, NRPA and our partners are ensuring that communities have the skilled, committed coaches they need to foster positive experiences for young athletes. BRANDING AND LOGO USAGE Please note, if you wish to use NRPA, Susan Crown Exchange or ESPN's logos on materials outside of the assets provided in this toolkit, you need to obtain written approval through NRPA. Logo usage requests should be sent to Charissa Hipp (chipp@nrpa.org) and should be sent at least four weeks in advance to allow for approval. Logo usage may not be granted in all cases. KEY MESSAGING Coaches Shape the Youth Sports Experience Each year, fewer kids play sports. In 2019, 26 million youth played organized sports. The average child today spends fewer than three years playing a sport, quitting by age 11, most often because the sport just isn't fun anymore. It doesn't have to be this way. A good coach can play a transformational role in a child's experience. With a reach of 40 million youth annually, park and recreation agencies are well positioned to positively impact youth — but we need to ensure coaches, staff and volunteers have training, tools and support to do so. While most coaches recognize the key role they play in promoting youth development and social and emotional skills, they often don't feel supported in doing so. In fact, less than one third of the country's six million coaches have been trained in youth development practices. This is a missed opportunity and is why [Agency Name] has joined the Million Coaches Challenge. • Through intentional coaching strategies, youth in sport can experience physical and psychological safety, build community with others and develop supportive relationships. • When coaches effectively teach social and emotional learning (SEL) and youth development principles, they create a supportive and understanding environment where athletes feel valued and connected, leading to reduced dropout rates and stronger commitment to the team. • Athletes who experience coaching that includes SEL are more satisfied with their sports experience, feeling supported not just as players but as individuals, which deepens their connection to the game. • Parents are more likely to trust and support coaches who prioritize their child's overall well- being. When they see their children thriving emotionally as well as athletically, it fosters stronger, more positive relationships between parents and coaches. We can't take quality youth coaching for granted. Combining physical activity, play and collaboration, sports are a meaningful way to foster youth development and build key social and emotional skills like teamwork, empathy and problem solving. These skills help kids thrive on the field, in the classroom and in life. Research also shows that basic features of sport make it the ideal setting to help young people develop the attributes such as social skills, the ability to work with others, a positive self-concept and the desire to serve their community for long-term success in school, work and life. Social and emotional learning (SEL) helps young athletes develop resilience, cope with stress and build a strong sense of self-awareness — skills that are crucial in managing the pressures of competition and maintaining overall well-being on and off the field. Diversity, equity and inclusion- (DEI) focused training enables coaches to foster an inclusive environment where every athlete can fully participate and feel a sense of belonging. Together, we can build a future where our kids know how to work together, celebrate success, manage failure, and are equipped with the skills they need to thrive — because a good coach can change everything. NRPA's Million Coaches Challenge Commitment Park and recreation agencies provide a wide array of high-quality, engaging youth programming. In these settings, park and recreation staff, youth sports coaches, enrichment instructors and community volunteers play a key role in creating positive experiences for young people. Reaching 40 million youth annually, park and recreation agencies are uniquely positioned to promote social and emotional learning (SEL) and diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) in support of positive youth development. While park and recreation leaders are committed to creating positive experiences for young people, they may not have foundational skills, competencies or confidence to promote positive youth development, support social and emotional well-being, or to create inclusive environments where all can participate. Others may be looking to enhance and build upon their existing knowledge and skills to become even stronger leaders. Well-rounded, thoughtful and forward-looking staff and volunteer training programs can help ensure all leaders working with young people have the skills, knowledge and confidence to support positive youth development. That's why NRPA joined the Susan Crown Exchange's Million Coaches Challenge. The Susan Crown Exchange created the Million Coaches Challenge as part of envisioning a world in which all young athletes have access to coaches who are well -versed in youth development and skill - building techniques that help kids succeed on and off the field. NRPA's participation in the Million Coaches Challenge will ensure park and recreation leaders working with young people have the skills, knowledge and confidence to support positive youth development. Through this initiative, NRPA will connect park and recreation agencies to high- quality training curriculum from Center for Healing and Justice Through Sport, How to Coach Kids, Positive Coaching Alliance and the United States Soccer Foundation. Through the Million Coaches Challenge, NRPA will identify successful, replicable coach training program models in parks and recreation to be shared with the field at large. We're thrilled to announce that [Agency Name] has been selected by the National Recreation and Park Association to participate in the Million Coaches Challenge. At [Agency Name], we're committed to building positive experiences for our young people — which means training our coaches, staff and volunteers in how to support positive youth development. Through the Million Coaches Challenge, we're receiving access to no -cost training from [Training Organization], which will help build a future where our youth know how to work together, celebrate success, manage failure and are equipped with the skills they need to thrive. SOCIAL MEDIA GUIDANCE Connect with NRPA, the Susan Crown Exchange, the Million Coaches Challenge and ESPN on the following platforms, and please tag NRPA as noted: • Facebook: @National Recreation and Park Association and @Susan Crown Exchange and @ESPN • X: @NRPA News and @SCEFDN and @MillionCoaches and @ESPNCitizenship • Instagram: @NRPA and @MillionCoaches and @ESPNCitizenship • YouTube: NRPA • Linkedln: NRPA and Million Coaches Challenge .r. >=,s SAMPLE SOCIAL MEDIA POSTS ABOUT YOUR AWARD *Feel free to adapt the language below for various social media platforms. Be sure to update the handles and use #MillionCoachesChallenge when appropriate. Using hashtags amplifies our message and makes social conversations trackable. Exciting news! [Agency Name] is proud to be part of the #MillionCoachesChallenge with the [@National Recreation and Park Association]! We're committed to promoting positive youth development through SEL and DEI training for our coaches and staff working with youth. With support from the [@National Recreation and Park Association] and its partners [@Susan Crown Exchange] and [@ESPNCitizenship], we're excited to join the #MillionCoachesChallenge. We've joined this initiative to equip coaches with the tools they need to create positive, inclusive experiences for youth in sports. We're thrilled to announce that [Agency Name] has been selected by the [@National Recreation and Park Association] to participate in the #MillionCoachesChallenge! We'll receive no -cost training from national leading training partners to enhance our skills in social and emotional learning (SEL) and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) for staff who work with youth. Learn more about these training opportunities here: [link]. Sports should be a lifelong passion, not a short-lived experience! We're excited to join [@NRPA] and the #MillionCoachesChallenge to ensure every young athlete has access to inspiring coaches. SAMPLE SOCIAL MEDIA POSTS TO RECRUIT TRAINING PARTICIPANTS *Feel free to adapt the language below for various social media platforms. Be sure to update the handles and use #MillionCoachesChallenge when appropriate. Using hashtags amplifies our message and makes social conversations trackable. Ready to take your coaching skills to the next level? Through the #MillionCoachesChallenge, we're offering free training to enhance coaches' skills and provide high-quality youth sports experiences in our parks. Learn more and sign up today: [URL to training information] Thanks to the #MillionCoachesChallenge, we're partnering with the [@National Recreation and Park Association] to offer free training to help coaches and volunteers lead with confidence, inspire and positively impact young athletes in our park and recreation programs. Learn more and register at [URL]. Coaches play a crucial role in the lives of youth athletes, both on and off the field. That's why we're working with the [@National Recreation and Park Association] to provide essential coach training to ensure kids have access to high-quality sports experiences at our park and recreation facilities. Through the #MillionCoachesChallenge, we're offering free top -tier training to coaches and volunteers. Learn more and register here: [URL]. It's time to rewrite the playbook for youth sports! We joined the #MillionCoachesChallenge, to equip coaches with the skills to shape the future of our young athletes. Together, we can create a brighter future on and off the field. -Learn more and register at [URL]. Coaches are more than instructors; they're mentors and role models! With support from the [National Recreation and Park Association] and their partners [Susan Crown Exchange] and [@ESPNCitizenship], we're on a mission to empower coaches with the knowledge to help kids thrive. We had to be part of this game -changing movement! Learn more and register for free training at [URL]. We believe in a world where every young athlete has access to coaches who nurture their potential. We joined the #MillionCoachesChallenge to make this vision a reality and offer no -cost training for our coaches and volunteers. Learn more and register for training at [URL]. Youth sports can build character, but it starts with great coaches. We joined the [National Recreation and Park Association] and its partners [@Susan Crown Exchange] and [@ESPNCitizenship] to empower more coaches with the skills to shape the leaders of tomorrow. Together, we can make a difference! Learn more and register for free training at [URL]. SAMPLE EMAILS TO RECRUIT TRAINING PARTICIPANTS Email #1 Subject: Transform Your Impact - Free Certification Training This Saturday! Hey [Youth Development Champions/Coaches/Parents]! Amazing opportunity alert! N- Ready to supercharge your impact on young people's lives? We've got something incredible for you - professional training from [Training Provider Name] that usually costs $[X], but it's ALL YOURS for FREE! Get ready to discover: • Game -changing techniques that spark youth engagement Powerful leadership strategies that inspire confidence Fresh approaches to building inclusive, dynamic environments • Proven methods that transform young lives BONUS: Walk away with a professional certification! Why You'll Love This: You're already making a difference, but imagine taking your impact to the next level! This hands-on training gives you the exact tools and strategies you need to create those breakthrough moments with young people. The Details (Mark Your Calendar!): • Date: [Insert Date] • Time: [Insert Time] • Location: [Insert Location] • Bring: [Insert items if needed] 4 Spots are filling up fast! Don't miss out! Ready to Jump In? Register Here: [Insert Link] Questions? We're excited to help! Contact [Name] at [Email/Phone] See you Saturday! [Organization Name] [Logo] Email #2 Subject: Elevate Your Coaching Game: Join Us for Youth Development Training This Saturday! Dear Coaches, Are you ready to take your coaching skills to the next level and make a lasting impact on the lives of young athletes? Join us this Saturday for an exclusive training session designed to enhance your youth development skills and empower the next generation of players. What You'll Gain: • Advanced Coaching Techniques: Learn innovative methods to engage and inspire young athletes. • Leadership Development: Cultivate the skills needed to lead with confidence and build a positive team culture. • Youth Empowerment: Discover strategies to encourage personal growth, resilience and a love for the game in every player. K Why Attend? As a coach, you play a crucial role in shaping the future of sports. This training will equip you with the tools and insights needed to foster a supportive and inclusive environment that promotes both athletic and personal development. Event Details: • Date: [Insert Date] • Time: [Insert Time] • Location: [Insert Location] Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your coaching toolkit and connect with fellow coaches who share your passion for youth sports. RSVP Today: [Insert Registration Link] We look forward to seeing you there and working together to build a brighter future for our athletes. Million Coaches Challenge Videos Videos and social clips about the Million Coaches Challenge including a short overview video that can be used in webinars or in presentations: http://bit.ly/3U4oKHk Interviews with Coaches Video clips of interviews conducted with coaches: https://bit.ly/3FXWcec As part of your receipt of a grant, we'll be asking you to share photos with NRPA. The Million Coaches Challenge and/or NRPA may use these photos for marketing and communications purposes. When taking and providing photos, please keep the following in mind: • Make sure photos are high resolution (you can check by right clicking an image, going to image properties and looking at the image details). Photos should also be between 500 KB and 3 MB (larger is fine) and JPEG or PNG format. Try to capture people in your photos. Photos of people are much more compelling than photos without people. You should have a signed photo/video release form for anyone in your photos. Make sure photos reflect the community around the project. Below are tips for gathering your stories from coaches to celebrate and highlight the importance of the individuals teaching our youth valuable life skills through sport and many other activities. Utilize video or written interviews to gather youth development tips, strategies and lessons around what works to change the game for coaches. Ask coaches these questions about how they are thinking about their practice: • How do you incorporate youth development approaches in your coaching? • What changed for you, as a coach, as you more deliberately considered youth development and social and emotional strategies? • What advice would you have for coaches who want to make a difference with young people, beyond athletic performance? Once you have the videos, edit the clips together to: • Make the case for integrating youth development practices into sports with decision -makers. Ground your trainings. Use as conversation starters with your coaches. 10 CENTER PLAYGROUND Let your voice be heard, share feedback and learn more about the capital project to replace . . . . . . . . . . theplayground at the Center f Recreation Complex! byi 0 n https://www.[exingtonma.gov/527/ Capital -Projects COMPLETE THE DESIGN SURVEY LEXINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOL 146 Maple Street .a Lexington, Massachusetts 02420 Phala Chea, Ed.D. Coordinator of English Language Education PreK-12 April 3, 2025 Christine Dean Community Center Director Dear Christine, (781) 861-2580, ext. 68017 (781) 863-5829 (fax) email: pcheaelexinatonma.ora On behalf of LexELPAC (Lexington English Learner Parent Advisory Council), we want to thank you for your time and contribution to making our first LexELPAC Resource Fair last night a huge success! We had over 50 families join us last night to learn about all the resources and support available to students and families in our community. We could not have done it without your presence. We are most grateful for your time, willingness, and good cheer to share information about your organization. We are incredibly fortunate to live in a town where these kinds of services and support are available to our families and students. Thank you for helping us showcase them to our families. We hope to provide this opportunity again next year. Please let us know if you would like to join us. And if you have any suggestions to improve the event, please let me know. Thank you again and warm regards, 61" C w Phala Chea and LexELPAC Leadership Team. eA+ 4 Lexington RECREATION & COMMUNITY TO: Steve Bartha, Town Manager CC: Kelly Axtell, Deputy Town Manager Melissa Battite, Director of Recreation and Community Programs FROM: Christine Dean, Community Center Director DATE: April 25, 2025 SUBJECT: Outdoor Amenities at the Community Center The outdoor space at the Community Center continues to be an extension of our year-round services. Since the Community Center sidewalk and patio improvements were completed in spring 2022, offering outdoor, accessible programming has become more and more popular. As a Town property, managed and operated by the Recreation and Community Programs department, I am excited to share the 2025 updates scheduled for the campus. Seasonal Tent: The temporary 20 x 40 foot event tent is expected to be delivered and installed in the rear parking lot in early May and will remain through October. Shade Structures: In 2022 ARPA funding was requested under the Public Health category and approved for Outdoor Shelters for Programming (permanent shade shelters) in the amount of $160,000 (up to). The Recreation & Community Programs Department had submitted a request for outdoor shelters to be located at the Community Center and other Outdoor Recreation Facilities such as the Pool, Reservoir, and Golf Course for creating additional programming space protected from the sun. This was not on the original recommended list from the SMT but was added at the request of the Select Board as a means of providing safe, covered, outdoor space. Two shades were installed at the Town Pool in November 2024 and two more are scheduled to be installed at the Community Center the first week of May 2025. A 20x20 cantilever shade will cover the outdoor ping pong table and a 45x34 4 -post shade will cover the outdoor fitness equipment, similar to the ones pictured below. Bocce Court: In Fall 2024 Ryan Zhang from Troop 119 in Lexington approached the Recreation and Community Programs Department with a proposal to construct a Bocce Court at the Community Center for his Eagle Scout Project. Ryan presented his plan to install a 30x6 foot court to the Recreation Committee on November 20, 2024 and the Committee expressed their support for the project. Mr. Zhang has worked with Tom Romano, Youth and Family Program Coordinator, throughout the process of coordinating with Dig Safe, DPW, and the Historical Society. Fundraising for the materials has completed and the Bocce court is scheduled to be installed in late April. BCI Burke Play Equipment: In September 2024 the Lexington Recreation and Community Programs Department was notified that they were the recipient of the Great Play Giveaway promotional contest for a free playground. Upon further review, the additional freight and construction costs not covered by the program exceeded what could be funded without proper progression through the Capital Planning process. As an alternative, the Department was offered a $5000 voucher to be used towards any play structure or equipment manufactured by BCI Burke. Staff reviewed a number of options and ultimately chose an outdoor sports product, P6Ball, to be installed at the Community Center. This product will provide a play amenity for elementary -aged children and will be an asset to our seasonal programs and summer camps. The product cost is $4,657 which will be covered by the voucher. An additional $1,100 of freight will be funded out of the Community Center Gift Fund. Additionally, we have the support of the Department of Public Works to install the equipment. Once confirmed, delivery is expected to take 7 — 8 weeks with an anticipated installation in mid-June. The Recreation Committee voted at the April 8, 2025 meeting to accept the BCI Burke P613all sports equipment this spring. Liz Mancini has confirmed that there are no issues with the Town accepting the voucher from a Purchasing perspective. Please contact me for additional information and or any questions. Thank you. 2 Important Update for Board/Committee Members Dear Board/Committee Members, Please note that in accordance with the approval from the State Legislature on X date, the Select Board voted on March 6, 2025, that the Town Website would be the primary posting location for all legal notices for the Town. This new procedure will be in effect as of Monday, March 31, 2025. The Select Board Office has forwarded the text below to the Lexington Minuteman newspaper for inclusion in the March 27th publication. Notification of Primary Means of Publication Town of Lexington Upon Massachusetts State. Legislature's approval of the act allowing "print free" digital legal notices in the Town of Lexington, The Lexington Select Board voted 5- 0 to set the Town of Lexington's website, Lexingtonma.gov, as the primary Means of Publication for the posting of legal notices, effective March 31, 2025. Wherever the Town of Lexington, its Committees, Departments, Boards, Commissions, or Officers, were previously required to publish a legal notice in a newspaper or newspaper of general circulation, this requirement will now be satisfied by publishing the legal ad primarily to the Town of Lexington's Website. Town of Lexington's legal notices from March 31, 2025 and forward will be posted to the Town's website and will be accessible from a location on the home page of the website. For any questions about where to find the legal notices, contact the Town Clerk's Office at clerk@lexingtonma.gov Douglas M. Lucente, Chair Select Board Please be advised that effective March 31', any legal notices, public hearings, or legal matters traditionally requiring newspaper publication must be forwarded to the Clerk's posting email at clerkpostings@lexingtonma.gov It is essential to ensure that your documents are sent to the specified email address in a timely manner to facilitate proper advance posting/notice requirements, record- keeping, and compliance with our updated procedures. Additionally, when forwarding these documents, it is imperative that you indicate in your email that the information pertains to a legal notice or public hearing, as we are unable to review each Agenda/Posting individually. 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A, Une Any questions or concerns regarding this process should be directed to the Town Clerk's Office at clerk@lexingtonma.gov Presentation to the Board of Health Save Lexington Wildlife April 15, 2025 Purpose of Presentation • Reduce or eliminate the improper disposal of monofilament fishing line at the Lexington Old Reservoir What is the problem • Fishing enthusiasts at the Old Res frequently and improperly dispose of monofilament fishing line. • This poses a significant danger to wildlife, humans, and pets What is happening to wildlife Ei • Entanglement and Injuryto Wildlife What is happening in Lexington - Chronic Problem Lexington Police Department - MA October 4, 2023 • Q This morning we received a call for an owl caught up in fishing line at the Lexington Old Reservoir. Officers arrived and located the tangled up owl hanging over the water. With help from Lexington Firefighters Local 1491 the owl was cut down and brought to a local animal hospital to have the fishing line removed. 111, ai Me vw rtes pleese remove caugnt up nsning une IT pOSSIDIe mid Rec d.eel In Y monofilament Recycling Bin Keep our waterways. tongle-ft-ee Please recycle your us( monofilament fishing line f =or more information on monofilar, recycling visit www.boatus.org NO MOO No asT w o No ', Proposed Solution • Install 2 to 3 monofilament recycling bins around the Lexington Reservoir at key Locations • Inform and educate the community of the existence and usage of the bins • National program with boatus.org • Regional program supported by Mystic River Watershed Association, Woburn Horn Pond, and Wakefield �� + �Iteelln,�rrrlRen�cle[ � 4lonnfilamrnl r + � Itradint, Bin ' 111 APcpnrrlirirnans J tiouile (ree � 3' k Please recycle your used <" moofdamentftiagline here! ,�.� •%'e, � y a,r '' to m�e h'amaG.rmmarlkvmr x L K��' ,.�� Rt�(.�YA wM2000a01f, 11 �roamns.uo».9-Nu r� ^�c r. 44, -m is e� � , w'` " .� ; ,1•, f ;':�+.�. yr , � .,✓'� ^'.i'.., � •.• �, F. * Potential Locations Key entry points from Bridge n4 School and Marrett Road parking tot The ReSF FV. 01� t S e. 0 « :r x • $200 for 2 signs and 2 bins Cost • Covered by donations and sponsorship Installation • Community Volunteers led by Save Lexington Wildlife • Install spring/summer 2025 Maintenance Community Volunteers Led by Save Lexington Wildlife r� Once per month, seasonallyvariable Request • Board of Health to support/approve the installation and maintenance of the monofilament recycling bins by Save Lexington Wildlife From: Lexington, MA boards@granicuslabs.com Subject: Renen Bassik has submitted an application for Recreation Committee Date: April 8, 2025 at 12:59 To: Selectboard@lexingtonma.gov, recreationcmte@lexingtonma.gov USE CAUTION: This email came from outside the Town of Lexington. Do not click links, open attachments or respond to the email unless you recognize the sender, you are expecting the communication and you know the content is safe. A new application for Lexington MA Boards and Committees has been submitted. Applicant: Renen Bassik Boards Applied For: Recreation Committee Link: https://Iexingtonma.granicus.com/apps/boards/applicants/?id=1771192 From: Melissa Battite mbattite@lexingtonma.gov &, Subject: Re: Add alternate for replacing the lights on Lincoln 2 Date: April 9, 2025 at 08:50 To: Peter Coleman pcoleman@lexingtonma.gov Cc: Tom Shiple tshiple@gmail.com, Recreation Committee recreationcmte@lexingtonma.gov Sorry Tom - I had my numbers off. It's been a long week. :) Melissa On Apr 8, 2025, at 9:39 PM, Peter Coleman <pcoleman@lexingtonma.gov> wrote: Hi Tom, For the Lincoln #2 project, the alternates are as follows: 1. Spectator Seat Wall 2. Path Improvements 3. Lighting Upgrades 4. Storage Upgrades The last two alternates (#3 and #4) were not accepted and we will be moving forward with Alternates #1 and #2. Have a good night. Thanks, Peter Peter Coleman, CPRP, CPSI, CYSA I Assistant Director of Recreation Spring & Summer 2025 Program Registration is Ongoing! Town of Lexington I Recreation and Community Programs A: 39 Marrett Road I Lexington, MA 02421 P: (781) 698-4803 1 F: (781) 861-2747 <image001.jpg> <image002.pog> <image003.jpg2 <image0olipg> Creating Community Through People, Parks & Places From: Tom Shiple <tshiple@gmail.com> Sent: Tuesday, April 8, 2025 9:35 PM To: Melissa Battite <mbattite@lexingtonma.gov> Cc: Peter Coleman <pcoleman@lexingtonma.gov>; Recreation Committee <recreationcmte@lexingtonma.gov> Subject: Re: Add alternate for replacing the lights on Lincoln 2 USE CAUTION: This email came from outside the Town of Lexington. Do not click links, open attachments or respond to the email unless you recognize the sender, you are expecting the communication and you know the content is safe. Melissa, the February minutes showed lights as #3. 1 guess the numbering got changed later. Thanks for clarifying. Regards, Tom On Tue, Apr 8, 2025 at 4:09 PM Melissa Battite <mbattite.@ exingtonma.gov> wrote: Hi Tom, I am awaiting the numbers on the cost savings from the 2017 to 2025 LED fixtures. Once I hear back, I will pass that information along. In addition to a cost savings, it would also bring all the lighting system into a closer end of life to each other when thinking about life cycle and replacement. The Lincoln 2 project has been awarded and alternates #4 and #5 exceeding the project budget and will not move forward with the other three alternates. Please let me know of any additional questions Thanks Melissa From: Tom Shiple <tshiple@gmail.com> Sent: Monday, April 7, 2025 4:01 PM To: Melissa Battite <mbattite@lexingtonma.gov>; Peter Coleman <pcoleman@lexingtonma.gov>; Recreation Committee <recreationcmte@I exingtonma.gov> Subject: Add alternate for replacing the lights on Lincoln 2 USE CAUTION: This email came from outside the Town of Lexington. Do not click links, open attachments or respond to the email unless you recognize the sender, you are expecting the communication and you know the content is safe. Hi Melissa and Peter, In the 2/26/25 Rec meeting minutes it's written: a. Review of the Lincoln Field #2 Design — Activitas Meg Buczynski from Activitas provided the Committee with a status update on the Lincoln #2 project. The project schedule, site plan, and cost estimate are attached to the meeting minutes. This project is currently out to bid. There was a good turnout at the pre-bid meeting on Tuesday, February 25'. The bid opening is scheduled for Thursday, March 13' at 12:00pm. Pending the results, the project is scheduled to mobilize on Monday, June 1611 i. The project consists of the base bid plus four alternates. The base bid calls for the replacement of the turf field, installing tension netting at the ends of the field, relocating the controller for the scoreboard table, and landscaping and planting work. Ms. Buczynski anticipates the project being two months of work. The first alternate is to install a seat wall similar to the one at Lincoln #1. The second alternate is to rework the gravel pathway back behind the field and make a connection between the pathway and team areas for accessibility. The third alternate calls for the replacement of the lighting fixtures with LED lights. The fourth and final alternate is to fence off an area by the softball outfield fence and install storage areas. This is thought to be more of a long-term consideration. As we know, and as is reported on the last page of the 2025 Annual Report On Recreation Capital Projects, these lights were installed in 2017 and have an anticipated end of life in 2036. I was wondering what the motivation is for replacing the lighting fixtures with LED lights. Clearly the LED lights use less power, which ,n — ---A fk;- . 1 r.... i...... 4k— A__ __4n +k— 4L.....r k-kl- n...;. + ;n 01 GaV IA k—+ ie. Il............ +—A + -- ;--+---V) io a yvvu to I[[ i — uvni ujo Nivj— uwui non- t—L 11- I—IJ io N—j--t. io w —urx. vv nai - U- —P-- IOlul 11 vii J11V-1i Iona Has a contract been awarded yet and a decision made on this alternate? Thanks for your time, Tom When writing or responding, please be aware that the Massachusetts Secretary of State has determined that most email is a public record and, therefore, may not be kept confidential. F-7 Ral Lexington 6ft.1lA +t{a,YL ;:nMnilXl}T U,Wr.*AI From: Peter Coleman pcoleman@lexingtonma.gov e Subject: RE: Add alternate for replacing the lights on Lincoln 2 Date: April 8, 2025 at 21:39 To: Tom Shiple tshiple@gmail.com, Melissa Battite mbattite@lexingtonma.gov Cc: Recreation Committee recreationcmte@lexingtonma.gov Hi Tom, For the Lincoln #2 project, the alternates are as follows: 1. Spectator Seat Wall 2. Path Improvements 3. Lighting Upgrades 4. Storage Upgrades The last two alternates (#3 and #4) were not accepted and we will be moving forward with Alternates #1 and #2. Have a good night. Thanks, Peter Peter Coleman, CPRP, CPSI, CYSA I Assistant Director of Recreation Spring & Summer 2025 Program Registration is Ongoing! Town of Lexington I Recreation and Community Programs A: 39 Marrett Road I Lexington, MA 02421 P: (781) 698-4803 1 F: (781) 861-2747 ts 2x;O law p Lexin on Creating Community Through People, Parks & Places From: Tom Shiple <tshiple@gmail.com> Sent: Tuesday, April 8, 2025 9:35 PM To: Melissa Battite <mbattite@lexingtonma.gov> Cc: Peter Coleman <pcoleman@lexingtonma.gov>; Recreation Committee <recreationcmte@ lexi ngtonma.gov> Subject: Re: Add alternate for replacing the lights on Lincoln 2 USE CAUTION: This email came from outside the Town of Lexington. Do not click links, open attachments or respond to the email unless you recognize the sender, you are expecting the communication and you know the content is safe. Melissa, the February minutes showed lights as #3. 1 guess the numbering got changed lni-nr ThnnLc fnr �lnrifxaina iuLc1. iiiui ii\o 1v1 �Iui 11 Y11 is. Regards, Tom On Tue, Apr 8, 2025 at 4:09 PM Melissa Battite <mbattite.@ exingtonma.gov> wrote: Hi Tom, I am awaiting the numbers on the cost savings from the 2017 to 2025 LED fixtures. Once I hear back, I will pass that information along. In addition to a cost savings, it would also bring all the lighting system into a closer end of life to each other when thinking about life cycle and replacement. The Lincoln 2 project has been awarded and alternates #4 and #5 exceeding the project budget and will not move forward with the other three alternates. Please let me know of any additional questions Thanks Melissa From: Tom Shiple <tshiple@gmail.com> Sent: Monday, April 7, 2025 4:01 PM To: Melissa Battite <mbattite@lexingtonma.gov>; Peter Coleman <pcoleman@lexingtonma.gov>; Recreation Committee <recreationcmte@lexingtonma.gov> Subject: Add alternate for replacing the lights on Lincoln 2 USE CAUTION: This email came from outside the Town of Lexington. Do not click links, open attachments or respond to the email unless you recognize the sender, you are expecting the communication and you know the content is safe. Hi Melissa and Peter, In the 2/26/25 Rec meeting minutes it's written: a. Review of the Lincoln Field #2 Design — Activitas Meg Buczynski from Activitas provided the Committee with a status update on the Lincoln #2 project. The project schedule, site plan, and cost estimate are attached to the meeting minutes. This project is currently out to bid. There was a good turnout at the pre-bid meeting on Tuesday, February 25'. The bid opening is scheduled for Thursday, March 13' at 12:00pm. Pending the results, the project is scheduled to mobilize on Monday, June 16t1 i. The project consists of the base bid plus four alternates. The base bid calls for the replacement of the turf field, installing tension netting at the ends of the field, relocating the controller for the scoreboard table, and landscaping and planting work. Ms. Buczynski anticipates the project being two months of work. The first alternate is to install a seat wall similar to the one at Lincoln #1. The second alternate is to rework the gravel pathway back behind the field and make a connection between the pathway and team areas for accessibility. The third alternate calls for the replacement of the lighting fixtures with LED lights. The fourth and final alternate is to fence off an area by the softball outfield fence and install storage areas. This is thought to be more of a long-term consideration. As we know, and as is reported on the last page of the 2025 Annual Report On Recreation Capital Projects, these lights were installed in 2017 and have an anticipated end of life in 2036. I was wondering what the motivation is for replacing the lighting fixtures with LED lights. Clearly the LED lights use less power, which is a good thing. I see from the project documents that the probable project cost is $156K. What is the expected return on investment? Has a contract been awarded yet and a decision made on this alternate? Thanks for your time, Tom When writing or responding, please be aware that the Massachusetts Secretary of State has determined that most email is a public record and, therefore, may not be kept confidential. From: Tom Shiple tshiple@gmail.com Subject: Re: Add alternate for replacing the lights on Lincoln 2 Date: April 8, 2025 at 21:35 To: Melissa Battite mbattite@lexingtonma.gov Cc: Peter Coleman pcoleman@lexingtonma.gov, Recreation Committee recreationcmte@lexingtonma.gov USE CAUTION: This email came from outside the Town of Lexington. Do not click links, open attachments or respond to the email unless you recognize the sender, you are expecting the communication and you know the content is safe. Melissa, the February minutes showed lights as #3. 1 guess the numbering got changed later. Thanks for clarifying. Regards, Tom On Tue, Apr 8, 2025 at 4:09 PM Melissa Battite <mbattite@lexingtonma.gov> wrote: I Hi Tom, I am awaiting the numbers on the cost savings from the 2017 to 2025 LED fixtures. Once I hear back, I will pass that information along. In addition to a cost savings, it would also bring all the lighting system into a closer end of life to each other when thinking about life cycle and replacement. The Lincoln 2 project has been awarded and alternates #4 and #5 exceeding the project budget and will not move forward with the other three alternates. Please let me know of any additional questions Thanks Melissa From: Tom Shiple <tshiple@gmail.com> Sent: Monday, April 7, 2025 4:01 PM To: Melissa Battite <mbattite@lexingtonma.gov>; Peter Coleman <pcoleman@lexingtonma.gov>; Recreation Committee <recreationcmte @lexingtonma.gov> Subject: Add alternate for replacing the lights on Lincoln 2 USE CAUTION: This email came from outside the Town of Lexington. Do not click links, open attachments or respond to the email unless you recognize the sender, you are expecting the communication and you know the content is safe. Hi Melissa and Peter, In the 2/26/25 Rec meeting minutes it's written: a. Review of the Lincoln Field #2 Design — Activitas Meg Buczynski from Activitas provided the Committee with a status update on the Lincoln #2 project. The project schedule, site plan, and cost estimate are attached to the meeting minutes. This project is currently out to bid. There was a good turnout at the pre-bid meeting on Tuesday, February 25'. The bid opening is scheduled for Thursday, March 13' at 12:00pm. Pending the results, the project is scheduled to mobilize on Monday, June 16t1i. The project consists of the base bid plus four alternates. The base bid calls for the replacement of the turf field, installing tension netting at the ends of the field, relocating the controller for the scoreboard table, and landscaping and planting work. Ms. Buczynski anticipates the project being two months of work. The first alternate is to install a seat wall similar to the one at Lincoln #1. The second alternate is to rework the gravel pathway back behind the field and make a connection between the pathway and team areas for accessibility. The third alternate calls for the replacement of the lighting fixtures with LED lights. The fourth and final alternate is to fence off an area by the softball outfield fence and install storage areas. This is thought to be more of a long-term consideration. As we know, and as is reported on the last page of the 2025 Annual Report On Recreation Capital Projects, these lights were installed in 2017 and have an anticipated end of life in 2036. I was wondering what the motivation is for replacing the lighting fixtures with LED lights. Clearly the LED lights use less power, which is a good thing. I see from the project documents that the probable project cost is $156K. What is the expected return on investment? Has a contract been awarded yet and a decision made on this alternate? Thanks for your time, Tom When writing or responding, please be aware that the Massachusetts Secretary of State has determined that most email is a public record and, therefore, may not be kept confidential. From: Melissa Battite mbattite@lexingtonma.gov Subject: RE: Add alternate for replacing the lights on Lincoln 2 Date: April 8, 2025 at 16:09 To: Tom Shiple tshiple@gmail.com, Peter Coleman pcoleman@lexingtonma.gov, Recreation Committee recreationcmte@lexingtonma.gov Hi Tom, I am awaiting the numbers on the cost savings from the 2017 to 2025 LED fixtures. Once I hear back, I will pass that information along. In addition to a cost savings, it would also bring all the lighting system into a closer end of life to each other when thinking about life cycle and replacement. The Lincoln 2 project has been awarded and alternates #4 and #5 exceeding the project budget and will not move forward with the other three alternates. Please let me know of any additional questions Thanks Melissa From: Tom Shiple <tshiple@gmail.com> Sent: Monday, April 7, 2025 4:01 PM To: Melissa Battite <mbatbte@lexingtonma.gov>; Peter Coleman <pcoleman@lexingtonma.gov>; Recreation Committee <recreationcmte@lexingtonma.gov> Subject: Add alternate for replacing the lights on Lincoln 2 USE CAUTION: This email came from outside the Town of Lexington. Do not click links, open attachments or respond to the email unless you recognize the sender, you are expecting the communication and you know the content is safe. Hi Melissa and Peter, In the 2/26/25 Rec meeting minutes it's written: a. Review of the Lincoln Field #2 Design — Activitas Meg Buczynski from Activitas provided the Committee with a status update on the Lincoln #2 project. The project schedule, site plan, and cost estimate are attached to the meeting minutes. This project is currently out to bid, There was a good turnout at the pre-bid meeting on Tuesday, February 25'. The bid opening is scheduled for Thursday, March 13' at 12:00pm. Pending the results, the project is scheduled to mobilize on Monday, June 16t1i. The project consists of the base bid plus four alternates. The base bid calls for the replacement of the turf field, installing tension netting at the ends of the field, relocating the controller for the scoreboard table, and landscaping and planting work. Ms. Buczynski anticipates the project being two months of work. The first alternate is to install a seat wall similar to the one at Lincoln #1. The second alternate is to rework the gravel pathway back behind the field and make a connection between the pathway and team areas for accessibility. The third alternate calls for the replacement of the lighting fixtures with LED lights. The fourth and final alternate is to fence off an area by the softball outfield fence and install storage areas. This is thought to be more of a long-term consideration. As we know, and as is reported on the last page of the 20255 Annual Report On Recreation Capital ProieCtS, these lights were installed in 2017 and have an anticipated end of life in 2036. I was wondering what the motivation is for replacing the lighting fixtures with LED lights. Clearly the LED lights use less power, which is a good thing. I see from the project documents that the probable project cost is $156K. What is the expected return on investment? Has a contract been awarded yet and a decision made on this alternate? Thanks for your time, Tom When writing or responding, please be aware that the Massachusetts Secretary of State has determined that most email is a public record and, therefore, may not be kept confidential. From: Tom Shiple tshiple@gmail.com Subject: Add alternate for replacing the lights on Lincoln 2 Date: April 7, 2025 at 16:01 To: Melissa Battite mbattite@lexingtonma.gov, Peter Coleman pcoleman@lexingtonma.gov, Recreation Committee recreationcmte@lexingtonma.gov USE CAUTION: This email came from outside the Town of Lexington. Do not click links, open attachments or respond to the email unless you recognize the sender, you are expecting the communication and you know the content is safe. Hi Melissa and Peter, In the 2/26/25 Rec meeting minutes it's written: a. Review of the Lincoln Field #2 Design — Activitas Meg Buczynski from Activitas provided the Committee with a status update on the Lincoln #2 project. The project schedule, site plan, and cost estimate are attached to the meeting minutes. This project is currently out to bid. There was a good turnout at the pre-bid meeting on Tuesday, February 25'. The bid opening is scheduled for Thursday, March 13' at 12:00pm. Pending the results, the project is scheduled to mobilize on Monday, June 16t1 i. The project consists of the base bid plus four alternates. The base bid calls for the replacement of the turf field, installing tension netting at the ends of the field, relocating the controller for the scoreboard table, and landscaping and planting work. Ms. Buczynski anticipates the project being two months of work. The first alternate is to install a seat wall similar to the one at Lincoln #1. The second alternate is to rework the gravel pathway back behind the field and make a connection between the pathway and team areas for accessibility. The third alternate calls for the replacement of the lighting fixtures with LED lights. The fourth and final alternate is to fence off an area by the softball outfield fence and install storage areas. This is thought to be more of a long-term consideration. As we know, and as is reported on the last page of the 2025 Annual Report On Recreation Capital Projects, these lights were installed in 2017 and have an anticipated end of life in 2036. 1 was wondering what the motivation is for replacing the lighting fixtures with LED lights. Clearly the LED lights use less power, which is a good thing. I see from the project documents that the probable project cost is $156K. What is the expected return on investment? Has a contract been awarded yet and a decision made on this alternate? Thanks for your time, Tom From: Lexington, MA boards@granicuslabs.com Subject: Adam Blauer has submitted an application for Recreation Committee Date: April 24, 2025 at 22:22 To: Selectboard@lexingtonma.gov, recreationcmte@lexingtonma.gov USE CAUTION: This email came from outside the Town of Lexington. Do not click links, open attachments or respond to the email unless you recognize the sender, you are expecting the communication and you know the content is safe. A new application for Lexington MA Boards and Committees has been submitted. Applicant: Adam Blauer Boards Applied For: Recreation Committee Link: https:Hlexingtonma.granicus.com/apps/boards/applicants/?id=1898560 From: Nelson Ortiz cybernelsonjose@gmail.com �f Subject: LHS Girls Soccer Program: 2025 Sponsorship Program Date: April 28, 2025 at 13:03 To: Recreation Committee recreationcmte@lexingtonma.gov Cc: Melissa Battite mbattite@lexingtonma.gov, Peter Coleman Pcoleman@lexingtonma.gov USE CAUTION: This email came from outside the Town of Lexington. Do not click links, open attachments or respond to the email unless you recognize the sender, you are expecting the communication and you know the content is safe. Esteemed Recreation Committee, We hope all is well with you and your families. I am reaching out today to provide a review of our success through the 2024 LHS Girls Soccer Sponsorship Program and to ask for your support for the 2025 Sponsorship Program. In 2024, we were able to secure sponsorship from five businesses local to Lexington for six banners. These were: Lexington Dental Associates, Compass Real Estate, Omar's World of Comics & Bistro, Theater Pharmacy, and MA France Bakery & Delicatessen. Through these five businesses, we were able to raise $5,750 which accounted for 1/3 of the Girls' Varsity Booster Club budget for 2024! Needless to say, it was a tremendous success which you supported and championed. Given its first-year accomplishments, we come to you with the ask to renew your support for the LHS GVS Sponsorship Program for 2025. As it is currently stipulated in your initial letter of recommendation (attached), we would once again be seeking the creation and display of eight banners for all LHS Girls Varsity and JV teams. We are working with Melissa B. and the vendor (Activitas) for a solution that would fit the newly outfitted Lincoln 1 field, the Girls' home field. If you have any questions or concerns please reach out as I would be glad to present and discuss the plan once we have it drawn up. Thank you for your time and attention. Be well and have a good day, Nelson Ortiz Girls' Soccer Program volunteer Lexington, MA M:781-698-7057 May 20, 2024 'r,.. Q..l..,.a n,......] RECREATION COMMITTEE Frederick DeAngelis, Chair I Christian Boutwell, Vice Chair I Lisa O'Brien Claire Sheth I Carl Fantasia I Weiwei Li I Renen Bassik Tel: 781-698-4800 Email: recreationcmtena,lexin onma.gov Web: www.lexingtonma.gov/511/recreation-community_proezams Town of . Lexlng ton Massachusetts May 20, 2024 'r,.. 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Applicant: Frederick J DeAngelis Boards Applied For: Economic Development Advisory Committee I Recreation Committee I School Master Planning Advisory Committee Link: https://Iexi n gton ma. g ran i cu s.com/apps/boards/applicants/?id=1770821 From: Peter Coleman pcoleman@lexingtonma.gov Subject: Re: LUSC Survey on Lincoln Fields Date: May 2, 2025 at 05:38 To: Recreation Committee recreationcmte@lexingtonma.gov Cc: Melissa Battite mbattite@lexingtonma.gov, Christian L. Boutwell Ph.D. CBOUTWELL@mgh.harvard.edu Hi Renen, Yes, LUSC did notify Melissa and me ahead of time that they were going to be distributing this survey. Thanks, Peter Peter Coleman, CPRP, CPSI, CYSA Assistant Director of Recreation Town of Lexington Recreation & Community Programs On May 1, 2025, at 10:02 PM, Recreation Committee <recreationcmte@lexingtonma.gov> wrote: Saw this survey going around town, thought it would be interesting that they're collecting this info https://docs.ggogle.com/forms/1FAInOLSfXyzhDBnnydUNshlVNx_mR4anQaeh3zd5a6 LYTvP_RmzPYaQ/viewform When writing or responding, please be aware that the Massachusetts Secretary of State has determined that most email is a public record and, therefore, may not be kept confidential. From: Recreation Committee recreationcmte@lexingtonma.gov Subject: LUSC Survey on Lincoln Fields Date: May 1, 2025 at 22:02 To: Melissa Battite mbattite@lexingtonma.gov, Peter Coleman pcoleman@lexingtonma.gov, Boutwell, Christian L., Ph.D. CBOUTWELL@mgh.harvard.edu Saw this survey going around town, thought it would be interesting that they're collecting this info http.a:/&gcL.gaogle.com/forms/d/e/1 FAIpQLSfXyzhDBnnycIUNshlVNx_mR4anQaeh3zd5a6L YTvp_RmzPYaQ/viewform