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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1966 467 SELECTMEN'S MEETING January 3, 1966 A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Selectmen' s Room, Town Office Building, on Monday, January 3, 1966, at 7:30 P.M. Chairman Cole, Messrs. Burnell, Cataldo, Sheldon and Mabee were present. Mr. Legro, Town Counsel, Mr. Gray, ExecutiveAssistant , Mr. Carroll, Superintendent of Public Works, and Miss Murray, Executive Clerk, were also present. The Chairman, with referenne to the minutes of the Board meeting on December 27, 1965, said the Board would recall that Mrs. Battin and Mr. Baylies were in relative to the Town Report. He said some things did not get Minutes into the minutes that they intended to have in. He read the following statement which was prepared by Mrs. Battin: "The Selectmen had no objection to a By-Law which would stipulate the time by which the finance committee report should be available before annual and special town meetings. Further, such reports should be in writing to Town Meeting Members before special as well as annual town meetings. The warrant committee suggested as dates either five or seven days before the annual business meeting and three days before special town meetings. They also mentioned the value to the citizens of newspaper publication of the report before special town meetings ." Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to include the statement, as read, in the minutes of the Selectmen' s Meeting held on December 27, 1965. The Chairman said, to correct the motion as it now appears, contains the time of 7.30 A.M. His statement was in reference to the property at 572 Massachusetts Avenue discussed by the Board at its meeting on December 20, 1965. He said he recalled that was the original motion, Motion but he called attention to the fact that there would be #572 Mass. no one available. Avenue Mr. Sheldon said Mr. Cataldo made the motion. Mr. Cataldo said that was his original motion. Mr. Burnell stated, as he recalled it, there was no time specified. Mr. Sheldon explained that , at the time, he did not realize he was voting for 7:30 A.M. The Chairman said 7:30 A.M was mentioned. Mr. Burnell said his recollection was that it was a facetious remark. co 468 Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to correct the motion to "simply tearing down the house" . Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Minutes to approve the minutes of the Selectmen' s Meegings held on December 11, 1965, December 20, 1965 and December 27, 1965. Mr. Gray reported receipt of a Certificate for Payment, in connection with the Public Facilities Building, in the Cert. of amount of $5,596.45, for the period from Novanber 1, 1965 Payment to December 1, 1965. Upon motion duly made and aegenAed, it was voted to authorize the Chairman to sign the Certificate of Payment in the amount of $5,596.45 as submitted by Mr. Gray. Mr. Gray reported receipt of a final bill for archi- tect' s services, in connection with the Public Facilities Architect' s Building, in the amount of $h24 .74. bill Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize payment of the architect' s bill (C. Harry Erickson) in the amount of $424.74 as submitted by Mr. Gray. Mr. Gray reported receipt of a report on the Glides, Report submitted by Mr. Leon Burke , of the first meeting he held. Mr. Gray referred to letter received from Mrs. Franklyn Jones, Chairman of the Recreation and Education, Minute Man Association for Retarded Children, Inc. , in regard to a Retarded -recreation program for mentally retarded children of Lexington. children He said he met with Mrs . Jones today and she furtished recreation him with some information and literature for the Board to look over. He stated this involves more than recreation. She is talking about a complete change in the type of edu- cational program offered by the School System. Mr. Sheldon asked who sponsored this, and Mr. Gray replied she had been to the School Department, and there is more educational involved than there is recreation. He said he would like permission from the Board to discuss this with Dr. Fobert. Mr. Sheldon said he would still like to know what the sponsorship is . Mr. Gray said this is a private group. Mr. Sheldon asked, not sponsored by the State? Mr. Gray replied, not as he understood it from Mrs. Jones. Mr. Sheldon said he agreed with Mr. Grays suggestion, and he thought the Board should work with the School Department . The Chairman suggested, and the Board agreed, that Mr. Gray discuss this with the proper school authorities in the School Department and see what action the Board should take. 469 Mr. Carroll said he wanted to give the Board a shoot report that has to do with rate increases forhired equip- ment which he hoped the Board would look at during the week and discuss next week if there were any questions. Snow He gave a copy of his report to the members of the Board, removal and the Chairman said the substance of it is, it will cost rates more money. (The report was on hired equipment rates for snow removal) . Mr. Carroll said yes, it would cost more money if the Board agreed. Mr. Sheldon asked if Mr. Carroll was in favor or opposed, and Mr. Carroll replied he thought the rates should be increased. The subject was held over for one week. Mr Carroll said his next item concerned Kiln Brook, On March 25, 1963, the Town appropriated $30,000 for widen- ing Kiln Brook. He said he finally obtained a couple of plans from the State and basically, they are almost the same except one is better than the other and one costs more than the other. He explained Scheme A, by use of a plan, and stated this is the one he was recommending. He said it does the job more correctly and costs more money. He explained the problem is the transmission line and the State found out the cost of doing anything to that line was pro- ' hibitive, $75,000 or $100,000 to relocate it . He said there would be a brook that is going to be about three or four feet deeper than the present swamp and it will go under the transmission line at a point he indicated on the plan. He said there will also be a bypass which will go above. The one going under will be in pipe. He informed the Board tljat wt en there is a storm of high intensity, the water will overflow, and he pointed out the point at which the brook will overflow. He explained the brook is designed for a storm that would happen once in 100 years but it will only be able to take that type of storm when the channel is built up. In the meantime, the capacity of the brook will be for a twenty-five or thirty year storm and then the brook will overflow if there is a very severe storm. He explained the swamp would act like a sponge. The State contributes one half and the total cost , not including engineering and contingencies, is $52,000. He said 20% for engineering and contingencies would bring it over the amount available. He said the project can be reduced by having the Town do some of the provh^wtthout having it go out to contract. He said he would like the Board' s approval to proceed on Scheme A, then he can go ahead with the State. He also informed the Board it is the Town' s responsibility to make the takings. The Chairman asked if Mr. Carroll wanted a vote of the Baord as to which scheme to use. CJ 470 o CI Mr. Carvoll replied Scheme B is the solution that takes the brook over the Tennessee gas transmission line. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve Scheme A as presented by Mr. Carroll . The Chairman said, as the Board would remember, he had not answered the letter received from the insurance Insurance agents in their questionidlgg of the insurance. He read a reply he proposed to send and the Board had no objection to the Chairman signing it . The Chairman read a letter from the Standing School Building Committee requesting insertion of an article in Article the warrant for the Annual Town Meeting requesting an appropriation of approximately $17,500 for completion of the alterations to the high school buildings. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to insert the article in the warrant, as requested. Notice was received from the State Department of Natural Resources, advising it has been determined that an appropriation of $8,000 should be made for Insect Peat Control and an appropriation aof $15 ,000 should be made for Dutch Elm Disease Control. Letter, received December 17, 1965 from William A. Melbye, President of the Lexington Senior Citizens ' Club, seeking financial assistance from the Town for recreation Senior of the club members, was held over from last week. Citizens' Mr. Legro advised unless there was a By-Law creating funds a Council for Aging, in his opinion, there is no power to appropriate money for this purpose . The Chairman asked if it could be done under recre- ation; there are two items - personal services and expenses/ He asked if they wished to spend it for recreation, and there is recreation under this , would that be all right. Mr. Gray said Mr. Hoyt , a member, felt money could be included in the recreation budget for recreational purposes . The Chairman asked if $500 could be put in the recre- ation budget for recreation for Senior Citizens . Mr. Legro advised he did not believe so. The Chairmanshked if the recreation budget could pay for Senior Citizens' trips . Mr. Legro replied if it is in thepremise of recreation. He said most of the appropriation for recreation is for the general purpose of recreation and it is not designated what it is for. The Chairman asked if it were not designated, would they be outside the law if the Recreation Committee used funds for this purpose . 471 Mr. Legro said something of that nature would be in the scope of recreation. Mr. Cataldo said he thought the question shouldbbe asked as to where this is going to stop. He said the Veterans have asked for money and the Chamber of Commerce has asked for money. He asked if the Board was going to take the stand of allowing this and nothing else. He explained he was not opposed to the project . Mr. Sheldon said the yardstick would be if it is townwide and open for all Mr. Cataldo said Senior Citizens is fine; then the Board goes Veterans townwide and maybe other organizations. Mr. Burnell said he thought it could be accomplished when the Board goes over the budget for recreation rather than to say it will increase the budget by $500. He said the Board could encourage the Recreation Committee to es- tablish a recreation program for the Senior Citizens. Mr. Sheldon said that would meet with his approval . Mr. Legro advised the Board did not want to do this for a particular group. This is another group that is townwide. Request was received from the Boston Edison Company for permission to locate one pole on Town land off Waltham Street . Pole Mr. Carroll explained this is in reference to the location parking lot . Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the request The Chairman read a letter from Carroll Bros . , 31 Allen Street, requesting deferment of $1132.50 water Carroll betterment assessment for three years. deferred Mr. Carroll submitted a plan and said it was his assessment understanding that Mr. Higgins has talked to the Carroll Brothers. The Town installed a water main last year which Mr. Carroll indicated on the plan. He explained they want to defer all of the betterment on their pro- perty with the exception of 135 feet where they have a barn. They want to run water into the barn. The Chairman asked what Mr. Carroll recommended, and be replied he recommended deferment. He said this particular instance is what the Act was originally in- tended for . Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted under the provisions of Chapter 159 of the Acts of 1950 to extend the time for payment of $930.00 water better- ment assessment levied against Lot 4 Allen Street, without interest, until said land or any part thereof is built upon, sold, or until the expiration of three years from the date hereof, whichever event occurs first. 472 CI The Chairman read a letter from Mark Moore, Jr , Chairman of the Christmas Lighting Committee, Chamber Public of Commerce, requesting permission to store the ligbbss Facilities in the basement of the Public Facilities Building. He Building asked if permission were granted, would a precedent be established. Mr. Burnell said before the Board gives permission, it should wait until the building is open and have an opportunity to make some rules regulating the use of the building. The Chairman said he would hold this request for another time and he would like to do this in conjunction with the Public Facilities Building. The Chairman read a letter from Albert R.Turcotte, Jr. , Chairman of the New England Chapter #3, U S S. Lex- ington CV-2 Minuteman Club, relative to replacing the Plaque aluminvn plaque given to the Town with a bronze plaque to be placed on the Common. Mr. Gray explained the plaque would be mounted where- ever the Board wanted it The Chairman recalled action on this was deferred until the Public Facilities Building was completed. Mr. Gray said as far as where it will be placed, the Board could hold its decision over. The Chairman read a letter from the Planning Board Traffic stating it shares the Selectmen' s opinion that the Plan- Study Hing Board Director should be a member of the Traffic Committee Study Committee because of long-range planning implications of the committee' s recommendations . The Board has advised Mr. Zaleski of the arrangement. Letter was received from the Conservation Commission relative to the Kingston Homes' Development adjacent to Land adjac- Willard' s Woods cent to The Chairman said if the Board had no objection, he Willard' s would hold this over for one week as he had to leave the Woods meeting in a few minutes to return to the Legislature. Mr. Sheldon mentioned that each member of the Board had received a copy. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to certify the character of Emilius R. Ciampa, 10 Blueberry Cert of Lane, who has applied to the State for a Certificate of Inc. Incorporation. Satisfactory character references were received from the Chief of Police. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to certify the character of Susan R. Thomas, 23 Patterson 473 Road, who has applied to the State for a Certificate of Incorporation. Satisfactory character references were Cert. of received from the Chief of Police. Inc . Memo was received from the State Group Insurance Commission on the subject of Recommendations Relating Medicare to Medicare as Applied to Chapter 32B of G.L. The Chairman asked Mr. Gray to read the material and give the Board a report on the subject. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to defer action on the appointment to the Board of Appointmen+ Assessors for one week. The Chairman read a letter from the Board of Health, with refernce to applications received by the Selectmen Common for renewal of Common Victualler licenses, listing the Victualler food service establishments that were issued permits by the Board of Health under the provisions of the Sanitary Code, Article X, Part II Regulation 32.1. The Chairman said he thought they should also be conforming to Regulation 33.1. The Chairman said he thought it was only fair to say he did see the records the Board of Health has over there ' and Mr. Gray was with him. The dates in their files, to his memory, do not conform to the dates in the letter. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the following licenses : Wildacre Inn 50 Percy Road Lodging House Finard Motels Inc. 1720 Mass. Ave. Innholder Licenses Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the following licenses : James H. McManus 399 Lowell St. Comm.Vict. Anthony' s Restaurant 2Y Waltham St. A Cap. Bob' s Seafoods,Inc. 50Mass .Ave. " ft Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the following licenses: William R. Callahan Taxi Driver Richard B Johnson if " John C. Lyon " ft Raymond E. Murphy Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the following licenses: Robert M. Bjorkgren Taxi Driver ' George W. Blaisdell " t1Robert E. Ross ft " Timothy J. Quinlan " 47 4 cZ Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant a Taxi Driver License to Theodore B. Stokes. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of dis- cussing, deliberating,or voting on matters which, if made public , might adversely affect the public security, Executive the financial interest of the Town, or the reputation Session of any person. The Chairman left the meeting at 8:51 F.M. to attend a Legislative Session Mr. Burnell conducted the meeting for the remainder of the evening Following discussion with Town Counsel relative to a building permit , it was voted to resume the open meeting. Chief Corr and Mr. Burrell, Director of Civil Defense, met with the Board. Mr. Gray submitted copies of a Town of Lexington Radio Communications Cost Study and read the following: "As a result of the increased use of the present Local Government Radio System and complaints of inter- ference from many outside towns, a committee was appointed by the Board of Sele&bganto investigate the long-range radio communications needs of all Town Departments Appointed to the committee were : Execu*ive Assistant, Al Gray, Civil Defense Director, Arthur Burrell, Public (Radio Com- Works Superintendent, John Carroll, Police Chief, James Corr, and Fire Chief, Bernard Belcastro. This Committee has held several meetings and spelled dut present and long-term needs of all departments. Chief Corr said the basic mistake the Town made was to go municipal frequency in the beginning He said all day long all they hear is different cities and towns reading letters down in Franklin. He said the man on the desk is always turning this down so he can talk to a citizen or on the telephone. Then he forgets to turn the volume up and the cruisers can't reach the station. He said he feels the department should be on its own fre- quency and not have all this interference. He said the Fire Department and Highway Departments are probably tired of listening to the Lexington Police Department. He said the radio is tied up every hour for a good five minutes, during which time the Fire and Highway Departments can't transmit. He said there would be no difficulty in going into a police frequency but by going to a police frequency, the Fire and Highway Departments can' t go on with the police. Mr. Sheldon asked if all other talk of other police departments would be out , and Chief Corr replied, completely. Mr Burrell said the thing they have not talked about is a new operating position which ties in all of the activities 475 for the dispatcher, telephone , burglar alarms, monitoring. (Chief Corr said they have many requests for a 1029 from cars asking for registration numbers. This area would include all the registrations because they would be right at the fingertips of the dispatcher At the present time, the man has to get up from his desk, get the information and then walk back to this disk He wpuld be able to sit in the console and not disturb the man on the desk. Mr Gray explained this involves changes in most departments. The Public Works Department would have addi- tional units that Mr. Carroll wants and needs They could be the ones now being used by the Police Department. Mr Sheldon asked if it was the intention that this would be done in stages and if some part of it would appear in next year' s budget. Mr. Gray replied the recommendation of the committee was that the committee would like to ask the Board to insert an article in the warrant for the entire project. He said Mr. Carroll was not present when the committee voted this. He explained the first stage would be so big the committee felt it would be better to do the whole project at once. Mr. Burrell said the Board could partially put this in and not go to private line . He has purchased a lot of equipment and has been having trouble with interference from other towns. The equipment can' t be converted to take advantage of private line. Mr. Gray reported the committee met this afternoon and went over this with the Chairman of the Board of Fire Commissioners and he thought he was talking for them this evening. He said Chief Belcastro certainly felt very strongly that this should be done and he thought the Chief was very much in favor of this. Mr. Burnell asked if this was something the Board wanted to vote on this evening or wait until it has a vote from the Fire Commissioners and also wait until the Chairman of the Board is present. Mr. Sheldon said he thought the Board should wait for an expression of opinion from the Chairman of the Beard of Selectmen and from the Fire Commissioners . He said he would also like an opportunity to absorb some of the repott . He said it is obvious this would help the police. He said the Fire Department could be left out and the rest go ahead. He said without being negative about this , he thought the Board should wait until it hears from the Fire Commissioners. Mr. Sheldon suggested that Mr Gray make sure the Board hears from the Fire Commissioners before next Monday' s meeting. Mr Mabee asked about the dollar volume of the equip- ment that is useless now. yr. Gray replied, none 476 cl Mr. Burrell stated everything is compatible to the new situation and nothing will be thrown away. Messrs. Corr and Burrell retired at 8:45 P.M Mr. Leslie York, Chairman of the Public Facilities Building Committee, met with the Board, and read a letter from C. Harry Erickson, architect, to which was attached the final requisition for payment to the General Contractor, less 5%, which is to be withheld for 14.3 days according to the contract . The letter stated that the building is now Public copplete and ready for occupancy, has been inspected by the Facilities Building Inspector, and an Occupancy Permit issued Building Mr. York said the financial report he had is that there is $1,000 for furnishings that has not been spent. Aside from that, with credits and charges, there is $1,656.67. There are some electrical fixtures yet to be purchased and one other item which the Historic Districts Commission has withheld as far as shutters on the building are concerned. The Commission approved the plans and wants to pass final judgment with reference to the shutters He said there are sufficient funds for these He said, taking out the fixtures, there will be $1,000 to cover shutters estimated at $600. He said the furnishings, as far as he knew, will be draperies, etc . Mr. Mor* turned over three master keys to the building. Mr. Burnell said there were a few minor defects and asked if these would be taken care of. Mr. York said $2500 is being held for forty-three days. This will not be paid until these small items are taken care of. He said the furnishings, as far as the information center is concerned, will be taken care of by the Chamber of Commerce. Mr. Sheldon asked if he had any recommendations about accepting the building . Mr. York replied the furnishingssshould be in before it is opened formally. Mr. Sheldon inquired about the Chamber of Commerce plans for furnishing. Mr York said they are being held up because the Com- mittee said the contractor was responsible for the building. Mrs. Morey asked since when the furnishings were up to the Chamber of Commerce. Mr York explained he was referring to furnishings for the infommation center. Mrs. Morey said she understood the Committee wanted some cooperation from the Historical Society in furnishing something of an interesting nature . She said the Society is also going to ask the Selectmen to request the Library Trustees to release the diarama. 477 1Mr. York said he meant the Chamber of Commerce responsi- bility was within the guard rail. Mr. Sheldon suggested that the Committee continue to coordinate these things and the Board can then determine on a date for acceptance and formal opening. Mr. Burnell asked if the Board would take action tonight to accept Mr. York' s report. Mr. York said the Board was assuming the responsi- bility for the building for which the contractor has been responsible. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to accept the report, bring the building to completion, furnishing and all; that the keys be turned over to Mr. Carroll and that a further report be received on coordinating with the Chamber of Commerce on what it is going to furnish. Mr. Carroll asked if the building would be open every day, and Mr. Sheldon replied in the negative. Mr. Carvoll said if the committee was going to do any work in the building , it would need a key, and he returned one to Mr York. Mrs . Morey said she would also like a key. Mr. Cataldo suggested that Mr. Carroll keep a record of who has keys to the building. 111 Mr. York said he thought the recommendation was good, that the Selectmen set up a schedule for the building. Mr. Gordon Steele, Chairman, and Mrs. Ruth Morey, of the School Sites Committee , met with the Board. Mr. Steele submitted a plan entitled "Plan of Pro- posed School Site, Lexington, Mass. Scale 1" = 100" Dec. 7, 1965, Albert A Miller Wilbur C. Nylander, Civil Engtrs. and Surveyors, Lexington, Mass." Mr. Steele said they had in mind, in the acquisition of the school site from Judge Cotton' s land, which he indicated on the plan, through the Ashley property and the Holt property to Highland Avenue He said they were pretty much in agreement on the price that they will sell these parcels to the Town for The committee thinks the overall cost will be $60,000 or $70,000 for about nineteen acres. The section owned by Holt is a key piece because the Committee expects Highland Avenue will be an access to the school building. Mr. Holt has lotted two house lots and has potentially three lots He said, nevertheless, it is a key piece. He said this segment would cost more per acre. Mr. Steele said Mr. Abbott and Mr. Holt suggested that the Town, through the Board of Selectmen, continue Highland Avenue a distance of 330 feet and put in this road with no betterments. Mr. Holt would give the Town the IIright to the right piece for a part of the school site. He C.J 47 S CI said the thought was if the Town would extend Highland Avenue with no betterments, the total cost of this piece to the Town would be less than if it purchased it as it is . Mr Sheldon said Mr Holt would be assessed betterments when the street went through. Mr. Steele said he suggested putting in this road with no betterments. Mr. Cataldo said if Mr. Holt says no betterments, he must mean no betterments when the road goes in. Mr. Steele said that is what Mr. Holt specified, no betterments. He said if the Town did not take this over, he would have three lots. He said for the Board' s early consideration, the committee wants it tothink in terms of the possibility of extending this road with no betterments . Mr. Sheldon asked about the purpose of the road, and Mr. Steele said the committee wants it for one access. He said the Committee expects, by the time the school site will be needed, Pelham Road will be extended as a potential access. He said they have a setback of 130 or 110 feet from probable Worthen Road. He said if the Board does not put in Highland Avenue with no betterments, the Town will have to pay considerably more for this land. Mr. Carroll said be has agreed a road could be built, but it would be expensive . Mr. Mabee said, as he understood it, Mr. Steele was saying the purchase hinges on no betterments. The Chairman said the committee would present some figures to the Board next week, and if possible , Mr. Abbott will bring them in. He said this should be on next week' s agenda. Charman Hayes, Mr. Sparrow, of the Recreation Com- mittee, and Ben Bertini met with the Boadd relative to the Committee' s 1966 budget. Mr. Sheldon asked if Mr. Gray had been over the Personal Services budget. Mr. Gray replied there were no changes in the classi- fications . There is more of a program for the mentally retarded which is the basic change in the budget. He said as far as the figures are concerned, they are all right assuming the Board agrees to the program. Mr. Cataldo said MH 1, MH5 and MW3 had been changed. Mr. Bertini explained the mentally retarded was a ten weeks of a morning summer program from nine to twelve. The committee feels there are older boys and girls in the group who can be going to afternoon programs in the summer . That is one increase . Mr. Cataldo said the leader and assistant were going from part-time to full-time . 479 Mr. Bertini said they are going to an all day session. Mr. Cataldo asked about MHS. Mr. Bertini explained that is the hourly rate. He is asking for another assistant the MHS is an hourly rate of $1.50. He stated by putting the assistant in MWL , she will he paid only 495 instead of $600 a year, and by putting the leader MW8, she will receive $50 a week next year. She will be paid $600 a year instead of $900. She will work six hours a day six days a week. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the Recreation Committee Personal Services budget, as submitted, in the amount of $22,866.50. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the Recreation Committee Expenses budget, as submitted, in the amount of $6,285.00. Mr. Gray stated the Board hid received a request from the Senior Citizens agroup for an appropriation, and the appropriate place seems to be in the Recreation budget. Mr. Cataldo asked if the committee could tome up with a program to put the Senior Citizens in the recreation budget . The Chairman said the Board is asking the committee now if it has, or will plan to have, a recreation program for Senior Citizens. Mr. Bertini asked if this was similar to the Golden ' Age group. Mr. Sheldon explained the group will arrange its own program, and what the Board is asking for is money to pay for their trips. He said there seems to be no way bedgetwise except in the Recreation budget. Mr. Cataldo suggested that William A. Melbye, who signed the letter for the Senior Citizens' Club, meet with the Recreation Committee. He explained the Town cannot give this group money, it has to give them a program. Mr. Hayes said he could see no objection to going along with $500 . Mr. Cataldo explained $500 could not be earmarked just for Senior Citizens The Board wants a program for this amount of money. The Chairman read the letter from Mr.Melbye. Mr. Bertini said all he could see was arranging the bus trips. The peopb take care of the events they want themselves, and the Recreation department in other towns takes care of arranging them. Mr. Mabee said the Veterans' organization in Town may be coming in. Mr. Bertini said working with this group did not seem to be too much, but it was up to the committee. Mr. Hayes said he thought the committee should talk to them and find out what they want and what it can do and can't do and take it from there . 480 CI aus Mr. Sheldon said the Expenses budget had been ap- proved without any allowances for this item, and if the committee could come back in a week, the Board could adjust it. He said the committee should talk to this group. Mr. Cataldo said according to Town Counsel, a specific amount of money cannot be included just for the Senor Citizens' Club It has to be substantiated with a program. He said the committee would have to make it clear to this group that it has to be a prggram. The Chairman szid the Board seems to be unanimous that some kind of a program he started through the Recreation Committee for this age group. Mr. Hayes said as long as the committee knows what they want, it will do it. The Chairman asked if the committee could have a report for the Boad by next Monday. Consideration was given to -the committee' s article items, and Mr. Sheldon asked if the committee was actually ready to move on all the neighborhood play lots. Mr Hayes replied the committee has been interested in play lots and the Planning Board has also been interested. He explained the committee has been to these areas and looked them over . He said Mr. Carroll, Mr Mazerall and Mr. Bertini have also looked at the lots. Mr. Miabee asked about resurfacing the track. Mr. Hayes said he would like to see this in Mr. Carroll's budget . The Chairman asked if $1,000 would turn this into a first-class track. Mr. Hayes replied it will be a resurfacing and the lanes will be widened ao there will be a full set of lanes all the way around. Mr. Cataldo asked if this track was in the location it will be in the master plan. Mr Hayes replied in the negative. The Chairman said in the original plan it was going to stay here . He understood when Worthen Road came along, it is crowded now. Mr. Hayes said it is not a good track to hold Middlesex League Track meets on. If the fellows are to be timed, there is a handicap. Mr. Cataldo asked if the track was going to remain where it is now and how much it would cost to do it right. Mr.Hayes replied this is a figure he received from Doc Abed and Mr . Mazerall. This is just for resurfacing the track. Mr. Cataldo asked how long this $1,000 would last. Mr. Sparrow said Doc Abell saidthis would hold for five or six years The new tracks cost $20,000. 481 Mr. Sheldon said the real question is whether the Town wants to buy the whole concept . In taking the first step, obviously it is going to take the third and fourth. This must be sold to the Appropriation Committee and the Town. He said in going the whole way, the amoujt is about a quarter of a million dollars . Mr. Cataldo said it would be $100,000. Mr.Hayes said it is $100,000 for the land aow owned and land acquisition would be additional. Mr. Sheldon said these items should all go on the warrant and the Town should have an opportunity to vote on it . Mr. Cataldo said there would be eight articles. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to insert articles in the warrant for the following items: 1. Harrington Playground Step #1 in the development of a major playground $10,000 2. Multiple Use Area - Baskin Playground Blacktop for basketball, skating,etc. boundary fence 1,500 3 . Center Playground Track (Resurfacing) 1,000 4. Diamond Playground Backstop 750 5. Hb!ghborhood Play Lots Rindge Avenue - foaming & Seeding 3,000 Marvin Street - Clearing & Leveling 3,000 Poplar Street - Clearing & Leveling 1,000 Mr. Hayes said according to the master plan for the Center Playground, the courts are going in the field next to the High School. He talked to Mr . Cole some time ago about tennis. In order to put tennis courts in this ball- field as planned, it will be necessary to take a major ballfield from the school, and Mr Cole said he did not want to do that. He said the tennis courts have been planned in the long-range planning. The committee hopes to come in next year with plans for tennis courts but they will have to go on the ballfield. The Chairman asked if this was according to the plan the Board has . Mr. Gray replied as far as locationAs concerned, but not timing. Mr. Cataldo stated the School Department and everyone concerned was told that the dump area could not be started and nothing there would be done until the master plan was drawn for the ishole dump. The School Department came back 482 et cr with a plan stating they wanted it here. The School De- partment got the hill and there is an acre of land just sitting there. Now they want to go across the street and start a project for which there were no plans. He said they were told at the time . He said, at this time, he could not see going to the dump. The dump bas to settle before any amount of money is spent on it. He said they were told very definitely to prepare plans to make it do for a few years, and every time the Board talked to it, the School Department agreed it wanted the hill and it was told at the time nothing was going across the street. He said this land will have to settle for seven years . Mr Hayes said he would have to find out if they want to give the committee this ballfield. Mr. Gray said it was agreed there was a need for the tennis courts and the only place they could put them was in the ballfield. The School Committee agreed. Mr. Cataldo said they wanted the hill. The recreation committee retired at 10:03 F.M The Chairman said on this problem they have, it is just a matter of following the plan as formed. All they have to do is live with it . Mr. Gray said they have been told this . Further consideration was given to the Bard of Health Expenses budget. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to reduce the item for tuberculosis care from $1,225.00 Budget to $1,000 and approve the budget in the amount of $8,625.00. Mr. Gray said the Director said last year the Board of Health requested $2,000. Mr. Gray said they had not spent any money in 1965 and the Director said that was correct. The understanding was that the Appropriation Committee would be asked to consider a transfer if it became necessary. Further consideration was given to the Inspection Department, Personal Services budget. Mr. Gray explained that funds would have to be in- Budget eluded for the first three months of the year. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve $438.00, instead of $1750 requested, for the item of Gas Inspector- Part-time and to approve the budget in the amount of $22,972.00 Further consideration was given to the Inspection Department Expenses budget. Mr. Gray said some provision should be made for transportation for the Building Inspector. He said a suggestion was that one of the use police cruisers could be used. 483 Mr. Cataldo said to do his job this man should be out on the street 80% of the time and he thought he should hve a Town car with a radio. He said the Board was hiring this man to get more results. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Budget to reduce the item for Car Allowance for Plumbing Inspector from $540.00 to $135 00 and to include an amount of $345 00 for a trade-in police car. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the budget in the amount of $2,235.00. Upon motion duly mde and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing, deliberating, or voting on matters which, if made public , might adUersIy affect the public security, the financial Executive interest of the Town, or the reputation of any person. Aession Fol4owing discussion with a representative of the Planning Board, relative to an item involving that Board, it was voted to resume the open meeting. Upon mUtion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 10:55 P.M. A true record, Attest: / e tiv Cler , Selectrt; CJ 484 cr ret SELECTMEN'S MEETING January 10, 1966 A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Selectmen' s Room, Town Office Building, on Monday, January 10, 1966, at 7:30 P M. Chairman Cole, Messrs. Burnell, Cataldo, Sheldon and Mabee were present. Mr. Gray, Executive Assistant, Mr. Carroll, Superintendent of Public Works, and Miss Murray, Executive Clerk, were also present. At the request of the Town Clerk , the Board drew four Jurors jurors. Those drawn were John R. Butler, 55 Meriam Street, Leo W. Kritzick, 33 School Street, Clement H. Cleary, 15 Ellison Road and Charles W. Adams , 12 Unmoor Terrace. Mr. Gray reported he received a bill from William A. Halsey, Architect for the Public Works Building, for Architect ' s $2,000, which has been approved by the Committee. bill Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the bill and authorize payment of $2,000. Mr. Gray reported he had a petition, signed by fifteen residents , requesting insertion of an article in the warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in March, re- questing the Town to pass an ordinance requiring fencing of swimming pools. Mr. Sheldon said he knew nothing about this article Article but there is a qudstion of legality. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to insert the article , subject to the verification of the signatures by the Town Clerk . Mr. Gray areported that the Public Works Building Committee held a meeting last Friday morning with the architect, Mr. William A. Halsey, and the committee is recommending the figure of $325,000 as the amount to be requested at the Town Meeting. Mr. Gray reported receipt of a letter from the Board of Fire Commissioners requesting insertion of an article in the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting to cover reno- vation and modernization of the fire alarm system, and an appropriation of $36,000. Mr. Sheldon said he would like to know if this can be done over a three-year period and how much of it can be done now to be effective. He said he supposed the 485 Article could be inserted and discuss this part of it later. He said he did know there is a need for this, but he was under the impression it could be done on a three-year basis Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to insert an article in the warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in March. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to insert all articles seasonably filed with the Board Articles of Selectmen with the proper number of valid signatures in the warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in March, 1966 Mr. Gray stated that the Lexington Lions Club would like permission to use the enclosed field on July 2, 3, Enclosed and L , 1966. field Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted that the request be granted. Mr. Carroll said, with reference to articles in the warrant, he would like the Board to consider expanding Drainage the scope of the article usually included for drainage. Article It now gives the Board the right to install drains in such unaccepted or public streets as the Board may deter- ' mine He suggested that the article include widening and deepening channels in public lands as the Board may determine . He reported that Town Counsel has agreed this can be done. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to enlarge the scope of the drainage article as recommended by Mr. Carroll. Mr. Carroll referred to the property at $72 Massachu- setts Avenue, recently demolished, and said three or four 572 Mass . months ago, he took out the hot water tank and all the Avenue plumbing facilities and stored them in the barn. He has had two people look at the items and their opinions are that the total aaount Of higaliabf-is not cobra than $100. Mr. Cataldo said, as far as the electric heater is concerned, the Red Cross is looking for a hot water system for its building, and he suggested that the Red Cross be advised that the heater is available if they can use it. Mr. Carroll said he thought he could use the hot water heater in the Calgon pits. Mr. Cataldo suggested, if Mr Carroll cannot use the heater, that the Red Cross be contacted. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted that if the Town has any use for the hot water heater, and other items, they are to be used by the Town; failing that, 486 cr ct they are to be given to charitable organizations such as the Red Cross. If the organizations are not interested, Mr. Carroll is to take bids and obtain the beat price he can to dispose of them. Mr. Wilbur Jaquith, Chairman of the Historic Dis- tricts Study Committee, met with the Board and said he would like to present an article for the warrant for the 1966 Annual Town Meeting dealing with the present Historic Districts and the addition of new districts. He said the proposed program is the same one discussed with the Board last spring. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to insert an article to petition the General Court for the enactment of legislation amending Chapter 447 of the Acts of 1956, as amended by Chapter 185 of the Acts of 1956, to provide for the creation of an additional Historic District and extension of the existing Historic District. Letter from Mrs . Franklyn L. Jones, Chairman, Re- creation and Education Committee of the Minute Man Associ- ation for Retarded Children, Inc. , relative to programs Retarded for the retarded children, was held over children Mr Gray reported he discussed this with Dr. Fobert, Superintendent of Schools, and he was familiar with the program. He will have Dr. Mundy get in touch with Mrs. Jones. Dr. Fobert told him they have a committee that receives many requests for a change in curriculum and this is probably the way to handle this . He told Dr. Fobert the Board of Selectmen would wait to hear from him. Mr. Gray said he talked to Mrs. Jones today and she is going to contact Dr Mundy The Chairman asked if it was understood by all con- cerned now that this is in the proper place Mr. Gray replied in the affirmative, and said Mrs . Jones understands it. The subject of the. Act pertaining to Hospital, Surgical, Medical and other Health Insurance (Medicare) was held over. Mr. Gray said it was going to require a lot more analysis . He explained the State is trying to set up a program whereby it will give the employee over sixty-five the same program he now has at a lesser cost. Part of this has not yet been enacted by the Senate. The Chairman said the billl would have to be refiled or admitted as a late filed bill with a 4/5 vote. Mr. Gray said he did not think there was any action to be taken by the Board at this time. A radio Communications Cost Study, submitted to the Board at its last meeting, was held over. 487 Mr. Gray read a letter from the Fire Commissioners. Mr. Gray reported that Chief Corr is anxious to have an article in the warrant to revamp the radio system. Mr. Sheldon said he also discussed this with Chief Corr and be understood leaving the Fire Department out Radio Com- does not affect the Police and Public Works Departments . munication These two departments can come in at a later dare and Cost Study this reduces the request by $11,000. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to insert an article in the warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in March, 1966, to provide for revision of the present readio system. At 8:00 P.M. , Mr. Gabriel Baker and Mr. Mark Moore, Jr. , met with the Board The Chairman, addressing Mr. Baker, said he knew this has been in negotiations with his attorney and with the Town Counsel and asked if anything was going to be discussed pertaining to anything between the attorneys. Mr. Baker replied in the negative. He said he and Mr. Moore would like to know what the timetable is for demolishing the building He said they did not want to lose any business and the tenants would like to know the time. Mr Moore said when he knocks the front of the store down, Mr Baker will lose some business and be does not want to lose it until he has to. He said he wants the maximum time before he has to have the twenty-seven feet knocked down. He asked how long Mr. Baker could stay there as he is . He said Easter is coming up and Mr. Baker wants to buy now. He was supposed to go down to New York last week. He asked what the time was the Board could give him before he knocks the front down. He said Mr. Baker did not want to knock it down and then have it sit there . Mr. Cataldo moved for .Jcecutive Session. The Chairman said Mr. Baker was not represented by Counsel, Town Counsel was not present, and rather than take chances of violating any action of the Town Counsel or Mr. Baker' s attorney, the Board would go into Executive Session Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing, deliberating or voting on matters which, if made public, Executive might adversely affect the public security, the financial Session interest of the Town, or the reputation of any person. Following further discussion with Mr. Baker and Mr Moore, it was voted to resume the open. meeting. 48S C/ Mr. Gray reported that he received a call from the Executive Committee of the Town Meeting Members Association regarding the content of the Town Report. The Chairman said this is a proposal by the Town Meeting Members that next year there be a committee appointed Town by the Selectmen to review the Town Report to find any Report possible ways to facilitate its publication and make re- commendations as to its content. He said he understood the Board had no objection to appointing such a committee, and they suggested several names. Mr. Cataldo said the Board agreed with the Committee. He suggested that the Board get a list of names together and go over it some night when the agenda is not as long as it is this evening. The Chairman said this would not have any effect this year and suggested that the subject be held over for another week He said he would review the names again. The Chairman read a letter from the Itek Corporation informing the Board it plans to enlarge the parking area at the rear of its facilities at Maguire Road as part of a facilities expansion program. Itel] Parking Mr. Carroll informed the Board this is under Chapter 220 of the Acts of 1965 and within ten days after receipt of a proper application, the Board of Selectmen has to hold a hearing. The Chairman said the hearing could be held at a Board meeting providing all parties concerned are notified. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted, pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 220 of the Acts of 1965, to hold a hearing in the Selectmen' s Room, Town Office Building, on Monday, January 17, 1966, at 8:00 P.M. relative to plans of the Itek Corporation to enlarge the parking area at the rear of its facilities at Maguire Road, Lexington, Massachusetts, as part of a facilities expansion program. Mr. Carroll' s proposed rates for Contract Plowing, a 1Contract copy of which was submitted to each member of the Board Plowing rates lat week, was held over. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the following rates for Contract Plowing sub- mitted by Mr. Carroll: 1 ) That the hourly rate for 10-wheel trucks would be $11.00 per hour. (Our present rate schedule contains a basic hourly rate plus a longevity amount of 50 per hour per year. Therefore at present we are paying for 1-wheel trucks at rates ranging from $10 30 per hour to $11,05 per hour. The present average rate for 10-wheelers works out to be $10 76 per hour. Since we hire 13 of them, we are increasing the total amount to be paid 221 Hour for plowing by $3.12. 489 2. ) That 10-wheel trucks would be paid $12.50 per hour for overtime hours These hours would be 5 p.m. to midnight and from midnight to 8 A.M on weekdays and all day on Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays. (This rate is obviously made up of the $11.00 in Section 1. ) plus $1.50 per hour to compensate for overtime that the contractor will pay to his drivers. I would like to point out here that the con- tractors requested that this figure be $1.68 per hour which is one-half of the union truck drivers' hourly rate of $3.35 per hour . However, I told them that since most of the contractors did not pay union wages that it would not be fair to ask the Town to tie itself to union wages. They agreed to the $1.50 figure. ) 3.) An hourly rate of $10.00 per hour for hauling snow. (The present rate is $9.50 per hour. The con- tractors requested that they be paid $1.50 per hour for overtime work on hauling - or above the $10.00 - but I told them that I could not in good conscience request this of the Board because this work is relatively easy on the trucks) . 4. ) That contractors who supply their own plows be paid $2.00 per hour above any plowing rate. (The present rate is $1.50 per hour. The con- tractors also requested that the Town be responsible for the repair of their - the contractors - plows. On this I emphatically said "NO" I However, I do feel that the $2.00 figure is very fair as far as the Town is concerned The inc±ease will total up to only $3.00 per hour because only 6 trucks supply their own plows.) The Chairman read a letter from the Standing Plumbing and Building By-Law Committee requesting the insertion of Articles five articles in the warrant for the Annual Town Meeting. Building & Mr. Carroll said he had written two letters to the PILU bing Board in regard to changing the Plumbing By-Laws to re- By-Law quire installation of garbage disposals in new homes. The Chairman said he thought this was a matter to be followed up, but he did not believe it would be ready for this warrant . The Chairman read a letter from the Board of Cemetery Commissioners with reference to changes in the Personal Services budget 490 cr et The Chairman said this letter does not give the Bard any more information than it originally had. Cemetery Mr Gray said he left it that Mr. Graham would budget let him know when he could meet with him to discuss this budget Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to request the Cemetery Commissioners to meet with the Board on Monday, January 17, 1966, at 9:00 P.M. The Chairman read a letter from the Cemetery Com- missioners requesting a transfer of $346.00 from the Cemetery Estimated Receipts Ledger, credited on March 22, 1965, Bill to the Cemetery Department Expense Account to enable payment of a bill rendered by the Security Fence Company for repairs to a damaged fence., Mr. Gray stated it was his understanding that the Appropriation Committee had recommended that the Com- missioners pay this bill, and if the expense account was short, a transfer from the Reserve Fund would be con- sidered The Chairman asked Mr. Gray to check this . The Chairman read a letter from Mr. Irwin, Building Inspector, advising the Board that the Lexland Construction Corporation filed, on January 7, 1966, plans for a one-story commercial building on Lots 3-C and 1.4.-C, which will be numbered 420 Lowell Strdet . Providing all requirements are met, he assumed it would be proper to issue a permit for this building . The Chairman skid he would answer the letter and say his assumption was correct He said he did not think this was any different than the plans by Lexland for the first building. The Chairman read a letter from the Town Treasurer, together with a list of bids received for the $1,510,000 Moreland Avenue School loan. Mr Cataldo said, in view of the information received relative to 376 empty spaces, he thought the Board should discuss the subject with the Standing School Building Com- mittee and the School Committee, to find out whether or not this Moreland Avenue School should be built He said he could not see building a second school this year knowingit will be more than half empty He suggested that the School Committee review its enrollment and see if this is the thing to do. The Chairman asked if the bond bids were subject to the same time restrictions as construction bids Mr. Gray replied he did not think the Board would have more than a week at the most. 4[91 Mr. Mabee said if the Board handles this on the basis of holding it up, it would probably be rejecting the bids. Mr Cataldo explained he was not saying this is the action to take, but he would like more information Dr. Fobert and Mr Viano, Chairman of the School Committee, met with the Board The Chairman explained that the Board had received bids gor the Moreland Avenue school ieonstruction and the question arose as to the necessity of this school at the present time. Dr Fobert explained there was a misunderstanding because of what was written in the paper . He said people thought there would be 370 empty sapees but this is not the fact. There was a lengthy discussion on the subject, follow- ing which the Board voted unanimously to approve the bid of 3 50% at 100 303 submitted by Kidder, Peabody & Co. and Associates for the $1,510,000 Moreland Avenue School Loan, Messrs . Fobert and Viano retired at 9:10 P. M. Mr. Stephen Ells, Conservation Commission, met with the Board The Chairman said he had another petition for articles in the warrant . Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to insert the Conservation articles in the warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in March, subject to the varifineation of signatures Mr. Ells said the article to which the Chairman re- Article ferred relative to the Old Reservoir on Marrett Road, was a citizens' article and not a Conservation Commission article. The Commission expects to discuss this with the Recreation Commission. He said if they feel it is not a worthwhile project, they would withdraw the article, but would like an opportunity for the Recreation Committee to see it between now and Town Meeting . Letter from the Conservation Commission, with reference to the Kingston Homes' subdivision adjacent to Willard' s Woods, was held over. The Chairman said the Commission thought it was within the Board' s power to deny this by using the Hatch Act. Mr. Ells said if the petition was severe enough, he believed the Board could deny the request for a subdivision. He stated usually the Hatch Act is to impose conditions Kingston to protect in the interest of flood control The regu- Homes sub- lation provides an alternate procedure for the developer. division The Chairman said normally subdivisions go before the Planning Board and they have not applied to the Selectmen. 492 co' cz Mr. Ells said approval for the Hatch Act does not come via the Planning Board. He said some towns have held joint hearings with the Planning Board so as soon as the Planning Board is aware there is a Hatch Act involved, they inform the Selectmen and have one joint hearing with the Conservation Commission, Board of Health, Planning Board and Selectmen. Mr. Sheldon inquired as to the status of this appli- cation with the Planning Board. Mr. Carroll said they have filed a preliminary sub- division plan. The Chairman, addressing Mr. Gray, suggested that he act as agent for the Board of Selectmen and see that this is coordinated. He asked that he contact the Planning Board and the Building Inspector. He said before the Planning Board makes any decision on this, Mr. Gray should see that the procedures on this are followed. Mr2 Ells gave the Chairman a check for $1500, received relative to the Town' s acquisition of the Harris land Mr Mabee asked how different the Kingston Homes sub- division was from many others in Town. The Chairman replied this is a new Act. Mr. Sheldon said this is the first time the Act may apply Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant permission to the Premiere Performance Company Use of hall to use Estabrook Hall for a workshop on Saturday, Janu- ary 22, 1966, from 7:00 P.M until 10:00 P.M , subject to the established rules and regulations governing the use of Cary Memorial Building Application for renewal of a Common Victualler License • was received from the Trinity Pharmacy, 162 Bedford Street The Chairman read a letter from the Board of Health stating the Trinity Pharmacy has not applied to the Board of Health for a Food Service Permit and the manager has stated tht he does not intend to operate during the coming year The Chairman asked Mr. Gray to check this Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted License to grant a Second Class Agent' s license to Morris M Bloomberg,d b a Morris Motors, 4.00 Waltham Street Letter was received from the Planning Board ask- ing the Board to consider raising theP'lanning Director' s salary by two grades. He is currently at S-25 level, grade II, ($9950) and the Planning Board would like him raised to grade IV ($10,790 ) 493 Mr Franklyn Crosby said he talked to the Director and he had no knowledge of this letter. Mr Crosby said Planning he did not think at this time it would be appropriate Director ' s to grant a raise as he had not been here this 1®ng. salary The Chairman said this is purely administrative and would be forwarded to the Appropriation Committee for ap- propriate action. Appointment to the Board of Assessors was held over Appointmen for one week . Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing, deliberating or voting on matters which, if made public, Executive might adversely affect the public security, the financial Session interest of the Town, or the reputation of any person Following discussion pertaining to a local matter, budgets, articles and Lexington Center, it was voted to resume the open meeting Chairman Parrish, Messrs Clarke , Zehner, Gary, Carlson, Kenney and Mrs. Souza of the Appropriation Com- mittee, met with the Board to discuss 1966 budgets on which the Committee had some questions . Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted tp reconsider the action of the Board taken on the Fire and Police Medical budget . Budgets Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the sum of $500 as recommended by the Committee. It was understood that the Committee would consider a transfer from the Reserve Fund if it became necessary. With reference to the salary for the Planning Director , the Chairman stated it has been the Selectmen' s policy not to give any individual increase . Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to reconsider the action of the Board taken on the Health Expenses budget Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve $1,000 for Tuberculosis Care and to approve the total budget amount of $8,125 00 Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to reconsider the action of the Board taken on the Town Offices and Cary Memorial Building Expenses budget. Mr. Cataldo suggested that the item of $23,600 for air conditioning the Town Offices and Police Building be deferred until suhh time as it has been determined what, if any, alterations are to be made in the present Town Office Building 494 c� el At the recommendation of the Appropriation Committee the item of $10,000 for a generator was taken out of the budget and submitted as an article in the warrant . It was agreed by both groups to include $400 for a public address system for Cary Hall. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to reconsider the Public Welfare Personal Services budget. Following discussion relative to the employees in this department being under the Civil Service Salary Plan, the rate of $9,351.00 ($179 83) per week) The Appropriation Committee retired at 11:10 P M. The Chairman said the Board received a letter from the Fire Commissioners asking the Board to reconsider Fire Dept. its vote on the Personal Services Budget. He said the budget original request was for five additional men The Board approved one new man to fill vacancy caused by promotions Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to reconsider the action taken by the Board on the Fire Department Personal Services budget Mr. Sheldon moved for one man the Board originally voted for, to take care of the vacancy as a result of promotions , plus one additional man, a total of two. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was unani- mously voted to approve two additional men for the Fire Department . Mr. Gray was requested to refigure the budget and notify the Board of Fire Commissioners and the Appropri- ation Committee. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Articles to insert sixteen articles in the warrant for the Annual Town Meeting as submitted by the Planning Board. Mr Sheldon suggested that Leon Burke , Director of Guides, meet with the Board some time within the next thirty days . Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 11:35 P.M A true record , Attest: €7_, eve le , Select 495 S FCTMEN'S MEETING January 17, 1966 A regular meeting of the Board of Seldctmen was held in the Selectmen' s Room, Town Office Building, on Monday, January 17, 1966, at 7:30 P M. Chairman Cole, Messrs Burnell, Cataldo , Sheldon and Mabee were present. Mr Legro , Town Counsel, Mr. Gray, Executive Assistant, Mr. Carroll, Superintendent of Public Works, and Miss Murray, Executive Clerk, were also present. Letter was received from Mrs . David R. Israel, 5 Whitman Circle, requesting the erection of traffic signs aing Lowell Street where the Fiske School bus travels. Mr Gray reported that the Traffic Study Committee met Friday morning, discussed this request and recommended that appropriate signs be erected. Traffic Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize the erection of appropriate traffic control signs along Lowell Street, the route of the Fiske School bus Petition was received from residents of Dewey Road requesting the installation of a sidewalk on the Estabrook side of Grove Street Mr Gray reported that the Traffic Study Committee discussed this petition and took a look at the location mentioned in the petition. He said there is a sidewalk on one side of the street and there is a sidewalk on Dewey Road with a crosswalk to the opposite side of the street He said, in looking at the site, and driving both directions, there is sight distance It is a short distance from the crest of the hill, and this is a marginal situation. If a sidewalk is installed, the committee recommends that it be for a distance of 150 feet and then have a crosswalk. Sidewalk The Chairman asked if funds were available, and Mr Gray replied in the negative He stated this proposed 150 feet would cost between $500 add $600, and further reported that the committee is not convinced the children wtll use the sidewalk Mr Cataldo asked if the proposal was acceptable to the people, and Mr Gray replied it had not been discussed with the people who signed the petition Mr. Carroll said this is so minor, there is no real priority Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize Construction of a sidewalk on the Estabrook Road side of Grove Street for a distance of 150 feet with a crosswalk. Cc 496cr cta Leber was received from the Metbopolitan Building Movers Col, requesting permission to move a building from 2993 Massachusetts Avenue to a new location at Walden Pond Reservation. Mr . Carroll said he bad not looked at this, but thought Permit it would be all right and recommended that the Board approve it subject to approval by him and Chief Corr. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the Metropolitan Building Movers Co. permission to move a building from 2993 Massachusetts Avenue to a new lo- cation at Walden Pond subject to approval of the Chief of Police and Super$ntendent of Public Works, and subject to the established conditions. The Chairman read a letter from Mr. Carroll, dated January 11, 1966, relative to the Town' s share of funds distributed by the State under Chapter 679 of the Acts Chapter 90 of 1965. The Chairman said this would mean an adjustment in the Chapter 90 budget . The Chairman read a letter from Richard S . Townsend, 7 Nowers Road, suggesting that the Town provide some means of making a Public display of the names of Lexington men serving in the Armed Forces. Servicemen Mr. Cataldo suggested that this could be placed on the list the Board intends to consider relative to the uses and contents of the Public Facilities Building . Mr. Sheldon suggested this might be a subject on which the Veterans' organizations would be able to make some recommendations. Mr. Adams said he had some experience and he knew there is not a complete list available and suggested that the Veterans' Agent might be of some help on this . The Chairman said he thought the Board should refer this to the Veterans' Agent to see how difficult it is to obtain the names and having determined that, find out whether the Public Facilities Building might be a suitable place. Mr Gray reported that the Draft Board does not have sufficient clerical help to compile these lists for cities and towns . The Chairman read a letter from Mr Burrell, Director of Civil Defense, relative to the use of the second floor Public of the Public Facilities Building for temporary storage of Facilities shelter supplies . Building Mr. Sheldon questioned the advisability of using the second floor for such a purpose and asked why the basement couldn't be used. 497 IIMr. Burnell said he surely did not want to use the second floor for storage It was agreed to place the letter on file until such time as the Board establishes Rules and Regulations govern- ing the use of the building The Chairman read a. letter from the Planning Board, submitting an article for insertion in the 1966 warrant Barrymeade for laying out, as a public way, of an extension of Barry- meade Drive to the land of Busa Letter was received from the Planning Board with reference to parcels of land Town Meeting authorized the Selectmen to acquire for municipal purposes, but which have not been acquired Mr Gray reported that the land on Woburn Street has been referred to Mr Legro who has asked for additional Land acqui information He said he has the information and a letter sitions will be typed. The Chairman said the pieces number one through eleven and asked Mr Gray to prepare a statement of the status of each p rcel for the members of the Board. The Chairman read a letter from the American National II Red Cross reporting on repairs recently made to the building at 9 Hancock Street The Chairman read. a letter from the American Legion, Stanley Hill Post, #38, requesting bermission to operate a booth at Massachusetts Avenue and Mariam Street on April 19, 1966 and to conduct the Legion' s Second Annual Country Fair on Parker Field September 2, 3 and ti., 1966. April 19 Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the Legion' s request to operate a booth at Massa- chusetts kvenue and Meriam Street on April 19, 1965. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Country to grant he Legion' s request for permission to conduct its Fair Second An ual Country Fair on Parker Field September 2, 3 and LF, 19 6 Mr. urnell said he thought the Board should prescribe off-see t_ rritory and stay within it The Chairman said Mr Burnell meant areas. Mr Burnell said he thought the Board had granted use of some Town land away from the Green, and this he would not object, to, but he did think the Board should keep the stands awLy from the immediate vicinity of the Green . The Chairman asked that the members of the Board II drive around and be prepared next week to establish a policy. 498 s• The Chairman read a letter from Mr. Aiden L Ripley, resigning as a member of the Board of Appeals Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Resignation to accept the resignation with regret The Chairman said if the Board had no objection he would contact the Cgairnan. of the Board of Appeals in regard to a poasible replacement The Board had no objection Letter from John F. MacNeil, recommending Roy Cook Deputy as Deputy Chief of the Fire Department , was referred to Chief the Board of Fire Commissioners . Letter from Chester Rudnicki, 102 Prospect Street, Somerville, a candidate for United States Senate, with reference to a "new frontier for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts" , was noted and placed on file Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the Premiere Performance Company the use of Esta- Use of hall brook Hall on January 21, 1966 from 8:00 P.M until 10:00 P M , free of charge, but subject t a custodian' s charge for overtime services. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Use of hall to grant the Town Celebrations Committee the use of Estabrook Hall on January 20, 1966 from 7:30 P.M until 10:00 P.M , free of charge. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Use of hall to grant the Town Meeting Members Association, Precinct 3, the use of Estabrook Hall on January 25, 1966, from 8:00 P.M Cantil 10:00 P.M , free of charge . At 8:00 P M. , hearing was declared open, pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 220 of the Acts of 1965, relative to plans of the Itek Corporation ato enlarge the parking Itek park- area at the rear of its facilities at Maguire Road, Lexington ing hearing Massachusetts, as a part of a facilities expansion program. Notices of the hearing were mailed to the Itek Corporation, Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Public Works, and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Natural Resources Department Mr. John Kastler, representing the Itek Corporation, Mr. Tura, of the Avco Corporation, and Mr Roland Greeley, of the Planning Board, were the only persons present at the hearing. Mr Kastler submitted a letter received last Friday from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Public 499 Works,. Division of Waterways, notifying Itek that a license is required from the Department of Public Works for filling in, over or under the waters under its juris- diction commencing at the natural high water line At the bottom of the letter it stated that Kiln Brook is one of the streams coming under the license jurisdiction of the Department under Chapter 91 of the General Laws. However , no license is required unless there is encroach- ment on the brook below the normal high water line Mr. Kastler said they do not propose to encroach upon the brook and he pointed out drawing he had this eveang was the same one submitted to the Town in 1959 which pro- posed a future parking lot in this area near Kiln Brook but not encroaching upon it No one wished to speak infhvor or in opposition and the Board had no questions. The hearing was declared closed and the Chairman said the Board would take the matter under advisement and inform Itek of its decision. Messrs. Kastler and Tura retired at 8:06 P.M. Mr. Greeley said it seemed to him that the letter sub- mitted from the State waives the Department of Public Works ' interest but he doubted very much if it affected the Town' s interest under the Acts of 1965 as the Chapter is amended He said be thought the Town was very much interested in cases like this and he thought the Town of Bedford would be very much interested. Mr. Carroll said there is no question about the fact any paving will affect the runoff. The question is how much and to what extent it will affect it . In order to answer it, the Town would have to do a fantastic study The answer in this particular case would be the additional amount of runoff would be insignificant if the overall runoff is used. He said he thought the Board should ask how much it can afford without having a serious effect. The Chairman said the Board could grant this and it would not have a serious effect, but at some point, the Board would have to stop and find out what action it will have to take. Mr Sheldon said perhaps the Board should find out what the Hatch Act says and whether or not the Town is involved Mr. Legro stated he had read it very carefully a couple of weeks ago There is nothing much in the Act that is helpful. Mr Carroll said there is no question about the Act applying to this. It is marsh land. He said in his mind it definitely comes under the wet lands bill. GJ 500 CZ The Chairman said the Board could safely grant this but it should establish a policy very shortly so in future extensions in that area it can vote a little more know- ledgably. Mr. Carroll said the problem is, this is not the only area in Town to which this applies. He said the Board could not set a policy on it and should be careful, and if it sees one that appears to be dangerous to the Town, it would have to spend some money. He said in his opinion the whole of Tophet swamp could be filled in with no harm to the Town if the Town is willing to construct the neces- sary channels or pipes to take the water out of the area. He said this was not to say it would be of no harm below the Town of Lexington. He said if this is going to be used for industrial land, it may have to be piped. Mr Legro said one of the problems is to retain water rather than have it run off. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve Itek Corporation' s plans to enlarge the parking area at the rear of its facilities at Maguire Road as shown on plan entitled "Pkaposed Parking Area Itek Corporation Lexington Facility" , Aberthaw Conat. Co. Dec . 28, 1955. The Chairman said any- legislation such as the Hath Act is to maintain a balance . There was a danger of losing all wet lands and now it is left so the Selectmen in Towns and City Councils have it in their power to maintain this balance in their area. Mr. Cataldo said this is only the beginning. There are 200 acres of swamp land zoned industrial. Mr Greeley suggested that the Board might want to refer the general issue to the Conservation Commission for a policy recommendation He asked if there were areas of the Town that should be kept- oven He said he thought the Board should approve this one and ask its advisors to recommend a policy. Mr. Sheldon asked if the Board wanted to refer the general matter to the Conservation Commission for further study. Mr. Cataldo and Mr. Burail said they would rather refer this to the Planning Board. It was agreed to refer the matter to the Planning Board for a recommended policy. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant a Common. Victualler License to the Muffin House of Licenses Lexington, Inc . , d.b a. Pewter Pot, 1710 Massachusetts Avenue. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant a Taxi Driver License to Eugene T McManus , 112 Palmer Street, Arlington 5O ', Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant a Taxi Driver License to Christopher Kent Pelky, 4 .Daniels Street, Lexington. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant a Taxi Driver License to Paul Richard Connor, 273 Woburn Street, Lexington. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant a Taxi Driver License to John Leo McHugh, 46 Hamilton Road, Somerville. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to sign notices of intention to lay out as town ways the following streets : Street Suzanne Road Partridge Road notices Brigham Road Butler Avenue Dewey Road Kendall Road Juniper Place Middleby Road Mill Brook Road Wright Street Mohawk Drive Moreland Avenue Laconia Street Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the minutes of the Seldctmen' s Meeting held Minutes on January 10, 1966. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to appoint the following individuals to serve on a Town Report Committee: Louis A Zehner , Appropriation Committee; Wallace B. Baylies, Nancy Hudson, Frank H. Totman, Jack L. Mitchell, Tax Dollar Committee Town Repvth The Chairman said he would ask the School Com- Committee mittee to name one of its members as an Ex-Officio member of the committee, and Mr. Gray would also be an Ex-Officio member. Mr. Cataldo reported, with reference to the Public Works Building, that the committee had reduced the figure to $325,000. This was accomplished by taking some items out of the cost estimates. It was felt that the Public Works Department could do certain things for less money. He said the committee recommends including $13,000 in Mr. Carroll' s budget. The Chairman asked where in thleebudget the $13,000 would go. Mr Carroll replied under Public Works Building. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to include $13,000 in the Public Works Building Expenses budget for 1966 (Article 4) and to so advise the Appropri- ation Committee Mr.Legro retired at 8:45 P M 502 CI 3t3- Mr.John Graham and Mr James Grant, Cemetery Com- missioners, met with the Board relative to their Personal Services budget. The Chairman said it was the Board' s understanding when Mr Healy retired, the positions of Cemetery Super- intendent and Veterans ' Agent were to be separate. He explained the Board appointed a Veterans' Agent and under- stood the Commissioners were going to appoint a Superintendent. The Chairman said the Board has no quarrel with the Commissioners' appointment, Mr Kling, who, it understands, will receive an increase of $520, and as a working Superintendent, will have Mr. Healy' s job Mr Gray explained Mr Kling will take on the paper work and Mrs. Healy will answer questions and take calls from undertakers She will be working thirty-five hours instead of twenty-four The Chairman said Mrs. Healy helped Mr Healy in the Veterans ' Department He said he thought this could con- tinue if Mrs. Healy would answer the telephone for the Veterans' Agent Mr Gray explained she did not take the calls for the Veterans' Agent . The calls were held and Mr. Healy did most of the clerical work. Mr. Gray said he understood when he talked to Mr. Healy before he retired, all the calls go direct to the Westview Cemetery and Mr. Kling would be able to take them up there in the office Mrs. Healy would be in mornings to do the same amount of work she was going when Mr. Healy was here . All the work in the afternoon would be taken care of at an office in the cemetery. The Chairman said the Commissioners have created a part-time job and made a full-time job. He said there is also a Cemetery Superintendent, Mr. Kling, and asked what happens when he retires. He said then there would be a Superintendent and a full-time clerk which the job does not call for . Mr Cataldo said especially at 8-9. Mr Graham said Mrs Healy claims she comes over Saturdays and nights and the undertakers call her Saturdays and nights Mr. Gray said she should not be doing that, that is the Superintendent' s job. Mr Cataldo asked if Mrs . Healy was working part time now. Mr. Graham replied she works twenty-four hours, is through at one o'clock Mr. Kling takes all the calls after that. Mr Gray left the meeting with the Cemetery Com- missioners to go over the budget. When he returned, he reported that theeCemetery budget will showntwenty-four 11hours a week for the Clerk and an additional $20.00 a week for Mr Kling, the Superintendent . He also reported 503 the item for a compressor will be taken out of the Expenses budget. At 9:20 P.M. , Namara . ii57t, Wadsworth and Abbott, of the Board of Appeals, Campbell, Greeley, Fowle, Bryson and Mrs. Riff in, of the Planning Board, met with the Selectmen. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing, deliberating or voting onmatters which, if made public, Executive might adversely affect the public security, the financial Session interest of the Town, or the reputation of any person Following discussion relative to proposed change in the Building Department and enforcement of Zoning By-Laws, d3t was voted to resume the open meeting. At 10:25 P.M , Mr Kolovson and Mr . Michelson met with the Board.. Mr. Kolovson said he had a misunderstanding and really did not know where the initiative had to come from to pull off the experiment and what was required. He said he thought it _had been implicit in the summary report and he was still not sure what role they had to play other than of course they would want to analyze the results The Chairman stated that, number one , it was going Lexington to be advertised that an experiment was going to take Center place. parking ng Mr. Kolovson said they had it in the paper and it experiment was to have been done tonight The Chairman asked who was going to do it . Mr. Kolovson replied he did not see what they could do because it involves the Town agencies . The Chairman asked what it consisted of. Mr Kolovson replied five or six spaces in front of the Central Block, leaving what existed at Depot square and then taking nine spaces from the Hunt Block down towards Edison Way and remove the five spaces from Waltham Street back toward Michelson' s. The Chairman said this could be done between the Police and Public Works Departments . Mr. Gray said the Superintendent of Public Works felt any instructions should come from the Board of Selectmen. The Chairman said tomorrow he would instruct the Superintendent of Public Works and The Chief of Police the experiment will start and they will implement it. Mr. Kolovson said he would like to have it in the newspaper. 504 Mr Sheldon asked why he couldn't start griday night. Mr Adams said it should start Monday, January 2 . Mr.Michelaon said it ends February 28. 4r. Cataldo suggested that the Chairman, Mr. Kolovson, the Chief of Police and Superintendent of Public Works get together and discuss the subject Mr. Gray said he would arrange a meeting . Mr. Kolovson explained they are undertaking a drive to determine what stores they might be able to interest based on this type of experiment Mr Cataldo asked if the Board could get a cross section of the layout being proposed, with the cross section. Messrs . Kolovson and Michelson retired at 10:30 P.M. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn. A true record, Attest: / 01 ecplive / ler Selectme7 505 SELECTMEN'S MJ:TING January 2L1 , 1966 A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Selectmen' s Room, Town Office Building, on Monday, January 24, 1966, at 7: 30 P.M. Chairman Cole, Messrs. Burnell, Cataldo, Sheldon and Mabee were present. Mr. Gray, Executive Aslistant, Mr. Carroll, Superintendent of Public Works, and Miss Murray, Executive Clerk, were also present. At the request of the Town Clerk, four jurors were drawn for jury duty. The individuals drawn were Martin Axelbank, 105 Simonds Road; Thomas D. Kennedy, Jr. , Jurors 1 Childs Road; Francis A. Geary, 17 Tarbell Avenue, and Jonah Kalb, 17 North Street. Mr. Arthur Burrell, Director of Civil Defense, met with the Board and reported that one week from tomorrow, he will be testing the Civil Defense Alarm System. He said he did not know how long this would take, but each of the eighteen stations will be checked separately. There are three or four of these on school buildings and those will not be checked until after school is out . The Chairman asked Mr. Gray to see that ample notice is given as a front page news item in the Minute-man. Mr. Burrell said he would like to test these on Saturday from twelve until two for two or three weeks. The Chairman slid there should be a notice in the paper on this also. Mr. Burrell retired at 7:L1.0 P.M. Mr. Gray reported receipt of a request from the Heart Association to declare the month of February as Heart Month. Heart Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Month to declare the month of February Heart Month. Mr. Gray submitted two change orders, in connection with the Public Facilities Building; one for $500 and one for $56 which he said had been approved by the com- mittee. Change Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Orders to authorize the Chairman to sign both change orders as submitted. Mr. Gray reported that some time ago, the Board re- quested the Traffic Study Committee to make a study of the Five Forks' intersection to determine whether or not any- 5 �`' 06 alw thing should be done. He informed the Board that Mr. Carroll was requested to have a detailed study made Five Forks of the intersection. The study was made and Mr. Gray traffic said he had a copy of it , including a history of the study accidents over the past five years. This report was submitted to the State Department of Public Works by Mr. Carroll. Mr. Gray read Mr. Carroll's letter to the State and also read the reply received by Mr. Carroll. In the department's opinion, no changes are necessary in the traffic control at this intersection. He said the committee feels there is nothing further to be done at this time . Mr. Carroll said if the Board would observe the windrow of snow in Lexington Center, and the operations Snow tomorrow, and relate this to the proposal of the EDA removal for Lexington Center, it would realize why he has a very serious concern about the snow removal problem. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the petitions and sign the orders for the following pole locations, all having been approved by Mn. Carroll: Bennett Avenue, northeasterly side, at and north- westerly from Tarbell Avenue, -- Two (2) poles. Hudson Road, southeasterly from a point approxi- mately 314 feet southeast of Winston Road, -- Four (4) poles. Cutler Farm Road, southeasterly side, southwesterly from a point approximately 95 feet southwest of Hudson Road, -- Seven (7) poles. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Pole, guy to grant the petition and sign the order for the following wire & pole, guy wire and anchor location, approved by Mr. anchor Carroll: ( ' r - Albemarle Avenue, northeasterly from a point approxi- mately 44 feet northeast of Anthony Road, -- Five (5) poles. Guy wire and anchor on first pole. The Chairman read a letter from the State Department of Public Works recommending favorable action on the Traffic proposal to erect stop signs to face westbound drivers Rules & on Coolidge Avenue at Hancock Street and southbound drivers Orders on Bow Street at Massachusetts Avenue. 507 Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was unanimously voted to amend Article VIII, Section II (Isolated Stop Signs ) by adding to this section the following: Westbound drivers on Coolidge Avenue at Hancock Street. Southbound drivers on Bow Street at Massa- chusetts Avenue. Each member of the Board received, during the week, a letter from Delfino Apollonio, et als, opposing the proposed layout of Kendall Road from Marrett Road to Kendall Road 670 feet, more or less, north of Grapevine Avenue. The Chairman said the Board should acknowledge receipt of the letter and advise Mr. Apollonio that the hearing will be held Wednesday night, January 26. The Chairman read a letter from John D. Warner, Associate Commissioner, Dep-irtment of Public Works, dated January 13„ 1966, with reference to the portion of Route 2 from west of Park Avenue to the vicinity of Watertown Street . He said that Mr. Julian J. Bussgang and some of his friends from Peacock Farm area were present and that he had received a petition written by residents of Lexington protesting to the Deprtment of Public Works the needless damages to be caused by the present plan for the widening of Route 2. Mr. Bussgang said he was president of the Peacock Farms Association and very much concerned about the change at Watertown Street. He said his committee, Walter Pierce and Dave Cushman, were unanimous about the points raised in the petition. He said they were present this evening to discuss the steps they believe are needed to get the satisfactory solution. They have worked very close with t he Board' s committee headed by Mr. Cataldo and they have, at their own expense, retained a traffic Route 2 engineer to study this interchange. Mr. Bussgang read, from the petition, the requests the Association is making to the State Department of Public Works. He said the problem is one of bringing sufficient public and political pressure on the Department of Public Works for a review of the plans. He asked that the Board of Selectmen endorse unanimously the points raised in the petition by letter to the Commissioner. He said the Association would also like a meeting held very soon with the Depart- ment of Public Works to discuss this particular inter- change, regardless of what is done with Worthen Road. The Chairman said, speaking for himself, he could endorse almost all of the principles except one and that is the one connecting Worthen Road directly to Route 2. He said they would have to look back as to how Worthen Road was sold. It was sold as a connector road and not a by-pass road. 508 v cl Mr. Mabee said he was on the Plannipg Board and that is very definitely true. Mr. Bussgang said most of their proposals are not connected with Worthen Road. Mr. Mabee said in paragraph b. , no one could argue but on page 1, paragraph 1, this is what the Board never suggested when it was first presented to the Town. Mr. Catii.do said that was true seven or eight years ago. Recent discussions were to name Worthen Rodd 4 & 225. He said, with reference to paragraph a. , to replace the loop ramp by a slip ramp in the northeastern quadrant of the Watertown Street interchance, he did not think the Board could possibly go along with this one . Mr. Bussgang said he recognized that . Mr. Cataldo said the night Mr. Abend was here, he said he would have to admit engineeringwise and traffic- wise, this was not the answer. Mr. Cataldo asked it they were widening the bridge at all. Mr. Pierce replied at this scale it is difficult to say because they dontt know where the abutments are. If they do widen it at all, it would be merely fifteen feet. The Chairman said the Board had written to the De- partment of Public Works and was waiting for a reply, and it seemed to him that very shortly the Board should make an appointment. Mr. Cataldo said the Selectmen should go to the Planning Board with this layout and the petition and see what its position is and then get the answer back on 4 & 225, and then go to the State. Mr. Bussgang said there seems to be very little time left. They are going on contract in July. They have already contacted the abutters requesting permission to do borings. Mr. Cataldo said the, Board has been trying to get an answer and he thought it should have the answers before it goes in to a meeting. The Chairman said a united front w w ld have to b e presented. Mr. Cataldo said an appointment could be requested and it may be two weeks before a meeting is held. The Chairman suggested that he go in to see dom- missioner Frank Sargent in anticipation of what is coming up. Mr. Cataldo suggested that Mr. Bussgang and his com- mittee go to see the Planning Board. Mr. Bussgang said one way or another a meeting will be necessary with the Department of Public Works and it would help to have an appointment at the earliest possible time. The Chairman explained Mr. Cataldo ' s point was that there is no sense in scheduling a meeting without having complete unaniminity. He said it was fine to make the 5U9 appointment in anticipation of this unaniminity and the onus would be on Mr. Bussgang to meet with t he Planning Board. Mr. Cushman asked if the program would be that the Selectmen will plan a meeting within three weeks and in that time, his committee can get the Planning Board' s opinion on this so a meeting can be had. The Chairman replied in the affirmative and said a meeting could be arranged and in the interim, the infor- mation could be obtained from the Planning Board. Mr. Cushman asked if the Board would write to the Department of Public Works regarding the petition recom- mending that it is considering a change of the loop itself. The Chairman said the Board should answer this letter correcting the Commissioner in the fact the Board still has objections and call his attention to the letter to Mr. Sargent from the Peacock Farms Association in whose cause the Board is sympathetic and send a copy of the letter to Mr. Sargent. The group retired at 8:15 P.M. Chairman Boughton, Messrs. Chapin, Longley, Davis and Mrs . Rawls, Capital Expenditures Committee, met with the Board. Mr. Boughton presented the Board with copies of the Annual Report of the Capital Expenditures Committee, January 1, 1966, and discussed thereport with the Board. ' The Board referred to the Figure of $150,000 under conservation and said he thought the figure recommended was $75,000. Mr. Loughton said $75,000 was recommended., after reim- bursement. He explained the committee' s thought is if the Town really wants to and needs to acquire land, it should be planned for. The committee is not saying this is what the Town wants to do or not , but has put in a program which would spend a fair amount of money over the next five years . Mr. Sheldon explained his only criticism he had of this figure is that people would assume this is going to cost the Town $150,000 whereas $150,000 would cost the Town $75,000 and with Federal aid, it might be less than this. He said this figure should not be reflected in any tax figure. Mr. Boughton stated in order to be consistent with the practice to be followed, the committee has to show the amount to be appropriated. Mr. Sheldon said there should be a star showing it is expected at least one half of this figure should be re- covered. Mr. Cataldo asked if the school was coming in this year or next year. Mr. Boughton replied they plan to come in this year and ask for money for an elementary school to be open in 1969 and they will justify the need of this school starting a kindergarten program beginning in the fall of 1967. The Capital Expenditures Committee is suggesting that they don' t do this. It feels there are other things the Town needs to do and for a long time, the school construction has preempted the capital dollars of the Town. The committee' s recommend- ation that the plans be postponed is not unanimous. CJ' 510 e7 x. The Chairman said the Board would look the report over and the committee would be available if the Board has any questions. The committee retired at 8:45 P.M. Letter was received from Norman May with reference to the Mothers ' March for the March of Dimes from January 27 to January 30. The Chairman informed the Board pictures would be taken tomorrow morning at ten otclock, Lexington Minute-man Office. Letter was received from Mrs . Morey, President of the Lexington Historical Society, suggesting that when the flag now flying twenty-four hours a day on the Green has to be re- placed, that it be given to the Society to be preserved along with the last one to fly there daily before the Act of Congress took effect November, 1965. The Board had no objection. A copy of the minutes of the Minute Man National Park Commission was received from Mr. Donald E. Nickerson, and Minutes placed on file. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to certify the character of Leo P . Kutrubes, 114 Waltham Street, who Cert. of has applied to the State for a Certificate of Incorporation, Inc . satisfactory character reference having been received from the Chief of Police. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to certify the character of Raymond J. Culler, 209 Lincoln Street, and Stuart C . Broderic, 25 Fair Oaks Drive, who have applied to the State for a Certificate of Incorporation, satisfactory character references having been received from the Chief of police. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to certify the character of Harold J. Andelman, 1130 Massachu- Cert. of setts Avenue , who has applied to the State for a Certificate Inc. of Incorporation, satisfactory character reference having been received from the Chief of Police. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Use of to grant permission to the Lexington Lions Club to use hall Cary Memorial Hall for a Glaucoma Clinic on May 4, 1966. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant permission to the Minute Man Highlands Association Use of to use Estabrook Hall on February 1, 1966, subject to the hall usual limitations. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant a Taxi Driver license to John P. Chandley, 12 511 Grapevine Avenue, satisfactory reference having been IIreceived from the Chief of Police. License Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant a Common Victualler license to David Buttrick Co. , 38 Bedford Street. License Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant a Common Victualler license to William R. Moss, new manager of the Heritage Room Restaurant, 1720 Massa- chusetts Avenue. License Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the minutes of the Selectmen ' s Meeting held January 17, 1966. Minutes The Chairman asked if the Board thought it should transfer the policy in regard to stands on April 19 over to the Town Celebrations Committee. Mr. Cataldo said the Board should establish the policy on Town-owned land as the committee could not do that. Mr. Burnell said he thought it should remain where it is . The Chairman asked if the Board thcught it should establish a deadline on these. April 19 II Mr. Burnell said if the Board determines a policy, stands he did not think the time was important, and he thought picy was very important. The Chairman said one part of the policy is that on land not owned by the Town and the owners have granted permission, the Board has no objection. On Town-owned the Board has already stated that stands will not be on the Buckman Tavern land other than the Mariam Street corner. The Board does allow them on the Barnes' property and asked if it should ask the School Committee if it has any objection. Mr. Cataldo said the Boards never have. Mr. Mabee suggested a list of places available. Mr. Cataldo suggested that the Board color the areas on a Town map where it will not allow erection of a stand on town-owned land and once the area has been declared, that is it. Mr. Sheldon suggested that Mr. Gray prepare a chart for the Board' s approval The Chairman asked if the Board had given any thought to rules and regulations governing the use of the Public Facilities Building. Mr. Burnell said there are two excellent rooms in the upstairs section. Mr. Cataldo asked if the rules wouldn't depent some- Public what on the furnishings. Facilities Building 512 z ct Mr. Burnell said the Board could decide what it wants to use the rooms for and then furnish them. The Chairman said he would hold this subject over for another week. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing, Executive deliberating or voting on matters which, if made public, Session might adversely affect the public security, the financial interest of the Town, or the reputation of any person. Following discussion with Mr. John Byrne, Plumbing Inspector, it was voted to resume the open meeting. At 9:50 P.M. , Chairman Parrish, Messrs . Zehner, Noyes, Clark, Gary, Kenney and Mrs. Souza, of the Appropriation Committee, met with the Board for the purpose of discussing, budgets. Budgets were acted upon as follows: Guides ' Director Approved $1,000.00 The Appropriation Committee agreed that if a job description is established with proven accomplishments this year, it would consider increasing the budget next year. Accounting - Personal 16,450.00 ' The Appropriation Committee did not feel an increase in grade for the Accountant was justified. Planning Board - Personal The Appropriation Committee was in favor of the recommendation submitted by the Planning Board that the Director go from S 25-III to S 25-V. Mr. Sheldon informed the committee that the Board of Selectmen has told other employees they should wait for the report of the newly appointed Salary Study Committee. The Appropriation Committee, after considerable discussion, agreed to review this budget. Police - Personal The Appropriation Committee felt ten additional men in the Department was too large an increase in personnel for one year. The members of the Board of Selectmen stated their position in regard to this budget and it was stated that the Board felt so strongly about additional 2) 1e) men for the department that it was prepared to dis- cuss the subject on Town Meeting floor. The Appropriation Committee retired at 10:40 P.M. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 101,41 P.M. A true record, Attest: / ive Sele ctm 514 et SELECTMEN' S HEARING Streets January 26, 1966 The Board of Selectmen held hearings in Estabrook Hall, Cary Memorial Building, on Wednesday, January 26, 1966, at 8:00 P.M. Chairman Cole, Messrs . Cataldo and Mabee were present . Mr. Higgins, Assistant Town Engineer, and Miss Murray, Executive Clerk, were also present. The Chairman declared the hearings open at 8:00 P.M., and explained he would wait a few minutes in the event some interested persons might be late and also to give those present an opportunity to look at the plans that wwere posted on the walls The Chairman introduced Mr. Higgins, Assistant Town Engineer, and said he would furnish the necessary technical information. He explained that the hearings, required by law, are held for the purpose of making and establishing layouts of streets to be presented for ac- ceptance at the Annual Town Meeting in March. He also explained that notices of the Board' s in- tention to pass orders for the layouts and alterations or relocations, if any, were served by Constable to all property owners as they appear on the most recent local tax list. He informed those present that each person would be given an opportunity to register in favor, in opposition or to ask questions , and explained that the final decisions as to whether or not the streets would be accepted is made by the Town Meeting members. He explained that the streets were in two sets; one, the subdivision streets. These have been constructed under the subdivision control law and the other set, the older streets, will be constructed under betterments. Hearing was declared open upon the proposed layout of Brigham Road from Hancock Street a distance of 648 Brigham feet, more or less, westerly. Road No one appeared in favor or in opposition, and the hearing was declared closed. Hearing was declared open upon the proposed layout of Dewey Road from Grove Street a distance of 880 feet, Dewey more or less, easterly. Road No one appeared in favor or in opposition and the hearing was declared closed. 51_5 Hearing was declared open upon the proposed layout of Juniper Place from Meriam Street a distance of 432 feet, more or less, westerly. Juniper No one appeared in favor on in opposition and the Place hearing was declared closed. Hearing was declared open upon the proposed layout of Laconia Street from Lowell Street a distance of 170 feet, more or less, westerly. The Chairman explained there will be four articles in the warrant. One will be for the purchase by the Town of the whole corner for park and recreation. Another article, sponsored by the Planning Board, will be to rezone it to C-N and if there were any questions regarding zoning, he suggested that those with questions attend the public hearing to be held by the Planning Board. He said another article would be for the relocation of Laconia Street and the fourth article would be to abandon the present Laconia Street if the first goes through. Mr. Higgins explained the layout of Laconia Street, as it is to be presented to Town Meeting, follows pretty much where everyone drives now. The actual legal layout Laconia by the County Engineer and then later abandoned by the Street County Engineer comes to almost the exact corner of Lowell and Woburn Street. He said the other part is private and the Town will pretty much follow the paved portion. Mrs . Frank Ward, 428 Lowell Street, said she protested this. The Chairman explained this was just a hearing. Mrs. Ward said she would like to know more about it and who put the petition in. The Chairman said there is a problem in that area from the traffic angle in particular; Old Laconia Street coming out where it does, does present a problem. The owner of the property wanted to develop that and had every right to do so. If the Town Meeting votes to purchase the land, the street will have to be relocated. Mrs. Ward said it is zoned for business now. The Chairman said that was correct. Mrs. Ward asked if Green and White wanted to sell this to the Town. The Chairman replied he believed there would have to be negotiations. Mrs. Ward asked if someone else was interested in pur- chasing this. The Chairman said the people who own the property would much prefer to develop it. Many people in Town, and many people in the area, would like to see the Town purchase t his property. Mr. Howard G. VanAlstine, 438 Lowell Street, said he was talking about congestion on the corner. It took his daughter twenty minutes to come from Maple Street to his house this morning. He said he understood the Board 516 cr et wanted a commercial building on the spot with a fifty-two car parking lot in the back. He said curbing could be taken out so cars can go in there. He said every child going to the Harrington School is going through an area where there is already a problem and that is the Texaco station on the other side. He said he definitely opposed. Mr. James Allen, 435 Lowell Stre t, said he was not an immediate abutter, but lived across the street and is involved with whatever may take place or whatever changes may be made. He said he felt the same as Mr. VanAlstine about the traffic problem there. He said he was in favor of the Town purchasing this property for a park or a place for people to sit down , with trees . He said he was against anything that would create more of a hazard than already exists. The Chairman asked if the Town should purchase this, would they still leave it going out onto Woburn Street. Mr. Allen said not being an abutter , his idea is not important. He said he was more concerned with the first item, that is the Town purchasing the land for something other than commercial. The Chairman explained all these things tie in to- gether. Mr. VanAlstine said he was talking about two differ- ent things. He said if there was a park on the corner and the Town purchased it, then he could see why the Town wanted to make seventy feet of Laconia Street an accepted street. Mr. Higgins said as far as the commercial lot on the corner of Laconia and Woburn Street is ccncerned, the owner of the lot has ev ry right to build his business in there now, two separate buildings, as long as they comply with the zoning. Mr. Van Alstine said they c olld not block the street. Mr. Higgins said they can still build there now. They even have building permits already and what everyone is trying to do is to solve the problem before the buildings go in, and that is why the change in Lacinia Street. He said the owners have the right to put the buildings there. Mr. VanAlstine asked what type of building, and Mr. Higgins replied, two office buildings. Mr. VanAlstine said someone mentioned the Harvard Trust Company. Mr. Ward said hews very interested in what goes up there. The Chairman said the owners have been granted a building permit and have satisfied the Zoning By-Law. Right now they can put up two buildings on either side of old Laconia Street. Nothing can be done to stop this except rezoning, the Town purchasing the land or the subject being discussed now. Mr. Ward said he did not think the corner lot was good for a playground, and asked what privacy there would be. 517 She said there could be a lot of children and animals in I there. Mrs. Leonard Doyle, 10 Laconia Street, said she would like to know where the cars are going to enter and exit. The Ch&irman replied on the Woburn Street side. Mrs . Doyle asked if they would be using Old Laconia Street. The Chairman replied right now, yes. Mrs. Doyle asked if they could go either way. The Chairman said he understood this was correct. Mrs. Doyle asked if the street was large enough for cars going either way. The Chairman replied the layout is evidently wide enough. He explained the layout is always wider than the travelled part. Mr. Higgins stated the layout is forty feet. Mr. VanAlstine asked if they would have a chance to vote first to purchase the land and if the relocation of Laconia Street would come after it is decided to purchase the land. Mr. Higgins replied relocation comes after the decision to purchase. Someone asked if the purchase and rezoning were turned down, would the Board still relocate. The Chairman replied this he did not know. He explained the Board will have to be prepared to cross this bridge a little later. He said the Board would take it under advise- ment and if the Town does not want to purchase it or change the zoning, the people there now have every right to build. Mr. Ward asked if any of his land woihld be involved if the street was accepted. Mr. Higgins replied it would involve takings. Mr. Ward asked if someone shouldn't havettakked to him before this. Mr. Higgins explained that is what the hearing is for tonight. Mr. VanAlstine said he has an extra twenty feet on the Lowell Street side, but on the back, he was sure the road goes over one of his stakes. Mr. Higgins said that detail was on the plan. Mr. VanAlstine said if the people on the back decide they want sidewalks, he has 120 feet on Laconia Street, and he was more opposed. Mrs. Franklin Hudson, 58 Laconia Stre€:t, asked if this would be an accepted street , and the Chairman replied in the affirmative. Mrs. Hudson asked who would keep this part up if it is exchanged, the Town or Laconia Street people. She said she was talking about the relocated section. The Chairman replied it would be the Town' s obligation. Mr. Allen asked if the majority cf the people are not in favor of the Town purchasing this property for a park, how they could act in order $o induce the Board. 518 et cr The Chairman replied the people have a say ethrough their Town Meeting members, and this will come up at Town Meeting Mrs Doyle said she definitely was for leaving Laconia Street the way it is, and she agreed with Mrs. Ward, but she did not like the idea of these two buildings on Laconia Street She said the question here is whether to relocate or not, and she was opposed to relocation. Mrs. Regillo, 16 Laconia Street, said she wanted old Laconia Street open. She would like it to remain the way it is If old Laconia Street is closed and they use the one between VanAlstine' s and Ward' s, she wanted to know what happens fro that here. Mrs Hudson said it is part of Kelley' s property. The Chairman said Mr. Kelley would still have the hill. Mrs . Regillo asked what happens to the cars going up and down There is a blind corner. The Chairman said if it is relocated, that width would be greater than it is now The pavement would be twenty-four feet from Lowell Street Mrs. Regillo said that would not take care .of the blind curve The Chairman said the connection in from Lowell Street to old Laconia Street, the pavement would be twenty-four feet in width. He said the Town cannot do anything on old Laconia Street because it is an unaccepted stret and owned by the abutters. He said the Town cannot take Mrs Kelley' s hill down, so the hill would still be there Mrs. Hudson said the land the Town is buying is Mrs Kelley' s land. If the Town continued a little way along that corner and purchased the rest of her land, there is a strip in there, the Town could dut down that hill. Mr. Higgins said when the Town builds the road, it can take a slope easement for the purpose of cutting down that slope . Mrs Ward said she thought Old Laconia Street should be relocated and used as a street. The Chairman said when the abutters petition to have the Town take over Laconia Street as an accepted way, the Board will consider it He said if a petition is in by October 15, 1966, the Board would consider it. Mrs. Ward asked if the Town intended to take any of Mr. VanAlstine' s land Mr. Higgins replied the corner. Mr. Ward said he did not understand why when notices were sent out they did not explain this to them. He said before the meeting, someone should have gone to his wife and explained stattly thhtnthetTodn isndothg.lc•t$ersaid he had no idea what it intends to do from the letter The Chairman explained the notices are sent out noti- fying people of the hearing which gives them an opportunity 519 to ask any question. He explained if there were any questions that could not be answered here , he was sure the Engineering Department would sit down with anyone and discuss them Mr VanAlstine asked who the abutters were who peti- tioned for this The Chairman explained when a strat is being con- structed for public interest, it is done by the Selectmen or Planning Board' s recommendation and presented to the Town Meeting. He said the people could make up their own minds at Town Meeting. The hearing this evening pertains to the relocation of the street . Miss Edith Kaplan, 26 Laconia Street, said she was not an abutter but she was concerned because she thought a lot of the issue about old Laconia Street could be clarified if they knew what was going to be in the future on old Laconia Street. She said if old Laconia Street were closed off, it would be at the exit A building would be there and parking behind it with exits on Lowell Street. However, if this were a park area, old Laconia Street problem would be resolved and it struck her before one can make a decision about the street, it should be clarified. One would have to know exactly what is going to be done at the foot of Old Laconia Street. The Chairman explained that is why the articles will be in a sequence at Town Meeting . He said, by vote of the Town, what happens to the parcel of land will determine what will happen to the street. Miss Kaplan said if the Town does not purchase the land, then two buildings will go up with exits on Woburn Street. The Chairman said the Town could purchase for park and recreation. Then the next question would be, now does the Town move Laconia Street. If the Town does not want to purchase, but wants to change to C-N, then the present owners could put up one building , maybe in the center of the lot. He said the Planning Boaed is in favor of pur- chasing this land and the Selectmen areagoing along with it. He said a small area with benches could be called a park. It does not have to be slides and swings . Mr Wolfe said there is a group of Town Meeting members actively interested in the first of the two articles They are trying to get together and have the Town purchase this land to use it as a park, a rest area He said if there are commercial buildings on that corner, no matter where Laconia Street is , there will be trouble in the way of traffic and safety for the children He said it is an impossible situation, and it would be a disaster area if a Junior High School is built there in the future He said if the people felt very strongly as this group does, Cil 520 Aw they should contact the Town Meeting Members, join the group Mr Allen asked if there was a petition they could sign as being in favor of purchasing this land Mr Wolfe replied there is no petition. They have to convince the Town Meeting members from Precinct Onee and the rest of the area He said not all the Town Meeting members in Precinct One understand it . Mr. Ward said Mr. Wolfe was talking strictly a traffic hazard Mr Wolfe said as well as a miserable looking area. The Chairman said the meeting should be confined to the specific issue which is the relocation of the street. The Chairman read a letter from Dana A. Regillo, 16 Laconia Street, which was also signed by Mrs . Margaret Doyle and Leonard F. Doyle, 10 Laconia Street. The Chairman asked if there was anyone present in favor of the proposed layout. Mrs . Franklin C. Hudson, 58 Laconia Street, said she was in favor of buying the piece of property as a park, but second to that , take where there are plans for an exit with Laconia Street coming in; also with the new zoning that the C-N is a strict zoning. She said she was in favor of relocating the road to the Lowell Street entrance. Mr. Franklin C Hudson, 58 Laconia Street, said he also wished to be recorded in favor of the relocation He said if the first two articles are turned down, he might not vote for the relocation. The hearing was declared closed. Mr. Gerald D. Shirley, 169 Grove Street, said he had a question on Dewey Road. Dewey Road The Chairman said in order to give everyone a chance to speak, he would reopen the hearing on Dewey Road. Mr. Shirley asked if there was any change from the way they know the setup now The Chairman replied there would be no change, and declared the hearing closed. Hearing was declared open upon the proposed layoug of Mill Brook Road, from Suaanne Road a distance of 137 Mill Brook feet, more or less, easterly Road No one present wished to speak in favor or in oppo- sition and the hearing was declared closed. Hearing was declared open upon the proposed layout Mohawk of Mohawk Drive from Oak Street a distance of 377 feet, Drive more or less, easterly 521 No one appeared in favor or in opposition, and the hearing was declared closed Hearing was declared open upon the proposed layout of Partridge Road from Turning Mill Road to Turning Partridge Mill Road. Road No one appeared in favor or in opposition, and the hearing was declared closed. Hearing was declared open upon proposed alteration and relocation of Moreland Avenue from 205 feet, more or Moreland less, westerly aof Fern Street to 355 feet, more or less, Avenue westerly of Fern Street. Mr George L Stevens, 15 Moreland Avenue, was the only person present at the hearing, and he stated he was in favor of the proposed alteration and relocation. The hearing was declared closed. Hearing was declared open upon proposed layout of Suzanne Road from 375 feet, more or less, south of Mill Suzanne Brook Road to 620 feet, more or less, north of Mill Brook Road Road. No one appeared in favor or in opposition and the hearing was declared closed Hearing was declared open pon proposed layout of Butler Avenue from Carville Avenue to Butler Avenue . Butler The following persons were recorded in favor: Avenue John L. Grant, 23 Butler Avenue; Mr. and Mrs. Armstrong, 8 Butler Avenue; Stanley I Blanlc, 10 Butler Avenue. Hearing was declared open upon proposed layout of Kenull Road from Marrett Road to 670 feet, more or less, north of Grapevine Avenue . The following persons were recorded in favor: Amos J Carr, 53 Kendall Road; Nina M. White, 55 Kendall Road; Mrs. Leo M. Patrician, 47 Kendall Road; Mr. Leo M. Patrician, 47 Kendall Road; Maurice E White, 55 Kendall Road; Sylvia M. Carr, 53 Kendall Road and Alfred Antonelli, 34 Circle Road. Mr Julio Amicangelo, 61 Kendall Road, said he was definitely opposed and he had a letter from his mother authorizing him to speak for her. She lives at 75 Kendall Road. The Chairman stated the Board does have a letter from Mr. and Mrs. Amicangelo and four Apolloniossf3LJ Mr. Apollonio said he had a letter from his brother who is opposed. Mr. Apollonio said he was opposed and submitted a petition in opposition. He said they were opposed, #1, co 522 cr a at least the portion which the Town intends to pave, from Marrett Road north to Vine Brook He said the people who are in favor of paving it live in the portion from Marrett Road north to Grapevine Avenue. He said from Grapevine Avenue north to Vine Brook is owned by the Amicangelos and the Apollonios who are related. He said, as he stated in his letter to the Board, he could see no progress in this stretch of road used only by the Amicangelos and the Apollonios. He said there were not against progress A few years back they signed an easement for the trunk sewer line and also for drainage on Grapevine Avenue. He said this they did not object to, but they do object to paving a road that only the Amicangelos are used to , have access to and put up with the roughness of. He said #2, they now have a business going involving a number of the lots and there are no present plans for selling these lots , maybe within twenty years from now. He said it was a poov investment to lay out between both families $6,000 of capital that can be used, not to mention the real estate. He said the people who petitioned to have this road have two outlets. They can drive 100 feet to Marrett Rolland they can drive twenty-five or thirty feet to Grapevine Avenue . He said he could not see taking on a tremendous expense for some people who have outlets so close where he has to use this road. He said the stretch of road that has been finished is used as a drag race and to pave more of the road will invite more drag races. He said the Amicangelos, who are two, and the Apollonios, who are six, are opposed to the paving of Kendall Road; at least they are opposed from Marrett Road down to 670 feat, more or less. The Chairman asked the nature of the business, and Mr. Apollonio replied greenhouses to raise flowers. The Chairman stated it has been the policy of past Boards of Selectmen and the present Board, to grant deferment to people who have farm lands, that are granted on a three-year basis and renewed in three years. Mr . Apollonioasked if this affected the house lot and the Chairman replied in the negative. He explained a betterment would hzve to be paid on the house lot. One woman present said if the Town would pave the street down only to the Apollonio and Amicangelo properties, the people who want the street will be happy. Mr. Carr said the people would be agreeable to that as they don' t want to impose a hardship. The Chairman said the Boardvould take the matter under advisement and consider the possible alternatives in the overall public good. He said the article is already written 523 up and it will go the way it is in the warrant. He ex- plained articles in the warrant cannot be extended but they can be modified at Town Meeting. He said this would go to Town Meeting. The hearing was declared closed. Hearing was declared open upon proposed layout of Middleby Road from Lincoln Street to Outlook Drive. Mr James E. Brown, 3L- Middleby Road, Precinct Six Town Meeting Member, said he had a list of everyone in- volved except two people on Outlook Drive who are not in Middleby favor of having Middleby Road approved as an accepted Road street. The Chairman askad if the people were opposed even though this road will lead to a new school. Mr. Brown said they did not want the road repaired. It is satishctory to the people on the end of the road. They are opposed to making it a highway. He said they dontt believe in giving away the street and payiaggan exhorbitant cost, plus the fact it is to be a fifty-foot street. He said if the Town makes this a smaller street and stops taking much frontage and comes up with a cost within reason, they might not oppose it . The Chairman asked if it were less than a fifty-foot street would there be no opposition. Mr. Brown said he thought it would receive some consideration. He said the cost is another factor they must know about . They must know about the cost. Mr. Higgins explained Middleby Road is about half laid out as a fifty-foot road and the other is forty. The layout shown now makes it all a fifty-foot lot and assess- ments will be based on a rate of $10 per front foot. This is the maximum cost . If the cost is over $20 a foot, the people pay the $10.00 a foot and the Town pays the rest. He said the estimated cost of building this fifty-foot is $50 a foot so that the Town here is paying $30.00 a foot. The Chairman said the abutters on the street would be assessed $10 a foot . Mr. Brown asked why t hese people should pay $10.00 a foot when the Town put Emerson Road through for $7 20 a foot. The Chairman said $7.00 a foot was the average for all of Emerson Road He asked if Emerson Road could be built through virgin territory for $7.00, how the Town arrived at $10. 00 for a road already partially built. Mr. Higgins said he never heard of the figure $7.00 a foot and it may have been $70 a foot The Chairman said the $7.00 was the overall average because most of it was built at no cost to the Town When it went through developments, the developer put it in. 524 c ct Mr. Brown said there is a big difference between $50 and $7.00. This street, the Town wants The people don't want it. He said if the Town wants the road fur the school, it should be put up at the other end. The people don' t want the traffic or changes. Mr. George Medeiros, 20 Middleby Road, said they like the street they have and suggested bringing the street in from Marrett Road. He said they like the street they have, they want the road as it is, and they are opposed. Mr . Howell C. Rice, 50 Outlook Drive, said he would like to add his name to the petition. Mr Leo Lentini, 25 Middleby Road, asked if they all had to object if they had a petition. The Chairman replied in the negative and said he would accept the petition. Mr. Saul Adamsky, 11 Middleby Road, said this is in the warrant and asked why the meeting wasn't called before it was put in the warrant . The Chairman replied these hearings are called to give the people an opportunity to express their concern. The final determination is made by the Town Meeting members . Mr. Brown asked if this included sidewalks Mr. Higgins replied in the negative and said the sidewalks would be $1.00 per foot. The Chairman said he did not believe Middleby Road would have come up this year if there was not a school involved. He said most of the sidewalk budget goes for recommendations made by the School Committee. The safety of the children is paramount. Mr Lowe, 28 Middleby Road, asked what specifications the Town was going by to build this road Mr Higgins replied the roadway will be thirty feet wide, three inches of top and twelve inches of gravel. He said there would be some lowering due to the water main. He explained this is a domestic water main that has been in there for several years It includes a piece of sewer up the hill with a five-foot sidewalk on each side and a five-foot berm. The Chairman stated there is a thirty-foot travel way and of necessity, the taking is fifty feet wide. Mr. William Wynne, 8 Middleby Road, asked how some he was going to pay $1,000 A few years back, the Town gave kim a price of $1200 which included sewer and water. Now he will be paying for only surfacing The Chairman said the cost of doing any of these Town services is higher. Mr. Wynne said he already paid $587 on the sewer. The Chairman said he would not be paying for sewer now 52 5 Mrs. Elaine Wynne, 8 Middleby Road, said they paid $587 for 100 feet of muter When they purchased the property, it was because they did not want to be on a main road, and this will be a trhough way. She said they were satisfied with the street as it is, that they paved their part . ?pis . Josephine Crandall, 10 Middleby Road, said she remembered from the original plans for the school it was to come in from Marrett Road The Chairman said he was sure the plans are available . He said if no school was going up there , this would not be presented for acceptance this year. Mr. Lloyd Lowe, 28 Middleby Road, said he did not suppose the specifications for a road in Lexington are much different than in Burlington. He said he just built a 300-foot road in Burlington and it cost a lot less than $50. Thepaving is only $1.20 a yard and that would be $5.00 a foot. Mr. Higgins said he figured the cost exactly and it comes to $41 50 a ftet, He sand he was sorry he gave a figure of $50 00 He asked if Mr. Lowe built an existing road Mr. Lowe replied in the negative. Mr. Higgins said it is much easier to build a virgin road than to rebuild a road. Mr. Nihigian, 31 Middleby Road, said they were faced with a street because the school is going in. He said he did not expect a street, and he did not realize there would be two sidewalks. He asked why it was necessary as the other schols have only one sidewalk Mr. Higgins said some schools do have a sidewalk only on one side The Chairman said many of the answers cann be traced back to the plans of the School Committee, and it may be part of the requisite of tetting State aid. He said he was not 100% familiar with the way the State apportions its money. The schbol has to have actual control of the property to get State aid Mr. Brown said the school must have made arrangements for the street. He said at $L0 00 a foot, he could not understand why the other street was $7 20 One of the men asked if the engineer said they were going to lower the street . Mr. Higgins explained, going up the hill to Outlook Drive, the watet main is about one and a half feet deep, and that water main will be lowered. Mr. Brown said this should not involve the cost on the other end. Mr Higgins explained that, with reference to the corner lots, the abutters pay on the longer frontage. Mr. dilliam Wynne, 8 Outlook Drive, said the people on Outlook Drive are all against this and asked what the 526 er rt aft procedure is from here on. The Chairman said the opposition has been noted and he suggested that the people exert their influence on the Town Meeting members . Mr Wynne said the people on the other side of Town are more interested in the school having a street. He said he was told it would increase the value of this. houses and wailsalso told there would be a revaluation. He said he did no think this would increase the value of his house on which he has done work in view of retirement . He said if he were to sell his house, he would not get the price he should The Chairman said the hearing this evening may or may not alter the Boardts feeling. He said on the basis of what he been stated this evening, the Board would take it under advisement , discuss it with the Superintendent of Public Works, and , on this one, contact the School Com- mittee because he was positive it would insist on the street. Mr. Wynne asked if the fact 100% of the people were opposed, would this have any bearing. The Chairman replied it most certainly does Mr Wynne asked if there was any legal way to stop this, and the Chairman replied through their Town Meeting members. Mrs Wynne said if the people requested this , they would have had a petition with a certain number on the petition. This is something the Town wants and the people are 100% against it. She asked why then do the people have to pay for it. The Chairman replied it is a betterment street and they would never pay more than $10 a foot Thisiis the maximum. Mrs . Wynne said there are people on the street who cannot afford this . Mr Brown asked if they could have a notice made up that a new plan be made with a forty-foot street and one sidewalk. The Chairman said the bout is fifty feet and the travelled paths is thirty. The Chairman said this street is in the warrant and will be acted on by Town Meeting . He suggested that in considering any action the abutters might take, that they consider the engineering principles involved Mrs. Wynne said she thought the Engineering Depart- ment had taken the course of least resistance Mr Higgins explained that the Engineering Department did not take the course of least resistance at all. It did not take the easy way out . He explained the easy way would have been the way where no takings would be made. 527 Mr. Brown asked about the land takings. Mr. Higgins explained and said there are some some very large takings at the foot of the hill. The Chairman explained the Board has to make an award and determine the damages. If any abutter does not like the determination, he can negotiate to the point he believes is necessary to take legal action. The Chairman said the people had properly stated their objections, and they will be taken under advisement Mrs Wynne asked if the people would have the right to speak at Town Meeting . The Chairman explained Town Meeting members are the ones recognized in most cases, but he did not remember a case when an individual in the balcony was not allowed tp sbeakJ The hearing was declared closed Hearing was declared open upon proposed layout of Wright Street from Skyview Road to James Street Mrs. Clarice Gordon, 17 Skyview Road, said she was in favor and asked how the street is to be laid out . Mrs Higgins explained it would be twenty-four feet with an eight-foot shoulder on each side. Mrs Robert Baum, 1. Wright Street, asked how this would affect the trees. Mr. Higgins replied no trees would be taken down within the seven feet if they meet the grade of the road. Mrs. Salvatore Ciccariello, 13 Skyview Road, said she had a water problem, and it was necessary to have the septic tank emptied twice. She asked if the water problem would be relieved Mr. Higgins said there won' t be any water from the street going onto her property. He said any water in the street will not go down the driveway and any rain that falls on the driveway will not go down the street. Mrs. Baum asked how many years it would be before the sewer is installed Mr. Higgins replied not this year. The trunk sewer will be put in Winter Street in 1966 and a lateral sewer will be run up to Morris Street Mrs. Baum said they were all in favor of having the street constructed No one else wishing to speak, the hearing was declared closed The meeting adjourned at 10:00 P M. A true record, Attest: %/,.„,hdFive Cllr , Select:7a6 C.J ct SELECTMEN'S MEETING January 31, 1966 A regular meeting of the Board of Seleehean was held in the Selel.tioteee Room, Town Office Building, on Monday, January 31, 1966, at 7:30 P.M Chairman Cole, Messrs . Burnell, Cataldo, Sheldon and Mabee were present. Mr. Legro, Town Counsel, Mr. Gray, Executive Assistant, Mr. Carroll, Superintendent of Public Works, and Miss Murray, Executive Clerk, were also present. Mr Gray told the Boad he received a report from Mr Norman Stolz, of Brewer & Lord Insurance Company, advising that the insurance on the Cary Memorial Library fire will be paid in full as per the estimated damages . Library He explained the check will be made out to the Town of fire Lexington and the money will go into the Excess and damage Deficiency Account. He reported material destroyed has to be replaced and the ceiling repaired. He 're- quested, and received from Mr. Nyren, a breakdown of the funds required Mr Nyren asked to have the fire insurance check distributed, $5,020.28 Expenses, and $396.23 Salary The salary amount will be added to the part-time budget . The expenses amount will be used to pay the various bills for purchasing materials and paying for labor. He said he would like to go to the Appropri- ation Committee this evening and request that this ameunt of money be transferred to the library budget The Bard bad no objection. Mr. Gray said he received a report from Temple Emunah for permission to hold an auction on a Sunday afternoon in May, an activity which they held last year. Sunday The Chairman said the Board' s usual answer is that Auction it has no objection. He said, at this point, in time, the Board has no objection. However, it may choose a specific date and give them final action. Mr. Gray said he received a new Blue Cross contract, Blue Cross effective April 1, and he explained the increases in rates contract of 52,E in the family plan of which the Town pays half, and 200 a month in the individual plan of which the Town pays half. He explained there are sufficient funds in the budget and suggested that the agreement be referred to Town Counsel. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize the Chairman to sign the agreement when approved 1 529 by Town Counsel and certified by the Town Accountant (No copy was left with the Board) Mr Gray reported receipt of a petition, signed by merchants in Lexington Center , requesting the Board to reverse the decision to ban parking on the odd numbered side of the street in the Center Mr. Cataldo asked if Mr Gray talked to the other merchants and he replied in the negative The Chairman asked if the Board was to rescind the "No Parking" ban Mr. Mabee said he would like to have this referred toMr Kolovson and see what his peaetion would be . Mr. Cataldo said, in all fairness, he thought the Lexington ban should remain. Center Mr Sheldon said perhaps Mr. Kolovson should be Parking advised if the Board wants to discuss this with him next Monday night He said the question he would ask Mr. Kolovson, if he were present, is that this was done for a certain reason, have they found out what they wanted to know. Could anything be done by going any further Ghd Chairman said the parking ban and the condition of the streets due to the snow all occurred at the same time. He asked if the results would have been the same IIif there hadn't been any snow Mr. Sheldon said even without the ban, Mr. Carroll would have tied the center up for a while for the removal of snow. The Chairman said the petition was signed by a whole group of people who have had every opportunity to be heard previous to this . He said there may be some exceptions but most of these people never came forth at the proper time when the informal hearings were going on to voice their objections. Mr. Sheldon suggested that the petition be forwarded to Mr Kolovson so he can be thinking about it during the week and find out whether or not they want it to con- tinue He said he would like to know if they will have any more evidence if this is continued. It was agreed to invite Mr Kolovson to meet with the Board next Monday night. Mr. Gray said he received a request from the Veterans' Agent No provisions were made for expenses, which he listed, and he wants money to attend seminars for Massa- chusetts Veterans . He is also asking for $25 for associ- ation subscription and $100 for transportation to be added to his budget . Mr Gray skid he thought this would be particularly beneficial to the Agent where he is new in the position 530 cr et Upon motion duly made and seconded, itwas voted to increase the Veterans' Agent Expenses budget $100 and approve a total amount of $450 00 Mrs. George P. Morey, President of the Lexington Historical Society, and Mrs. Williams, met with the Bead. She said at the Library Committee meeting the other night, at which most of the members of the Board were present, they heard about having a showing of Mr Ripley' s pictures at Cary Hall She said she has consulted the owners of the pictures, and Mr Nyren also wanted to get them for the library. She said she thought it would be tremendous for Lexington to have the first showing outside of Worcester where the pictures are owned She said the proposal is that it be done under the sponsorship of the Historical Society, Trustees of the Library and the Arts & Crafts Society The Arts & Crafts will lend man power/ They would like to have the dates from May 17 to May 25 On Thursday night, the 19th, there would be a real nice party at Cary Hall where Mr Ripley would be in attendance and the pictures shown; a reception for Mr and Mrs Ripley She said the details of the evening is something that con- cerns them very much There are expenses concenned with putting on a public showing They would like to run it from Thursday through the following Tuesday, the hours to be determined They would like to be able to have the Thursday evening a subscription party because there will be expenses even though the hall is free. They want black tie optional and make it a nice party The rest of the time there would be no obligation . She asked if they required the subscription to kttend Thursday night would it mean they would have to pay Thursday night for the hall She said at any such party refreshments are served and they would like to have this done very nicely They want to know if they could serve refreshments of one nature or another at such a party Mrs Williams said they would have punch and cookies anyway but would like to have champagne for sale The Chairman stated the Board' s past actions have been if admission is charged and it is not open to the public , there should be a charge for the use of the hall. He said on the question of champagne, this has changed along with the Boards at different times Mrs Morey said a charge like $1 00 for a glass of champagne would not lead to any type of a rowdy party Mrs . Williams said she has been to openings at the museum and that is where she got the idea Mr. Sheldon said he was wondering what the Board' s legal rights are , serving anything like that in one of the public buildings He questioned whether the Board had the right to do thiel . 53t Mr Burnell said he did not think the Board should give permission The Chairman said Mrs Morey had posed the problem in what she would like and asked when she would like an answer. Mrs. Morey replied they would like the answer as soon as possible It is two and a half months away but they would like to know whether there will be a charge that night there would be a subscription. She said this would be pay- ing their expenses . Mrs. Williams said they did not know what the custodian' s fees would be Mr. Harrington says they must have a guard on duty all the time when the hall is not adequately covered. He will pay for the guard They would like a4.long table in the center of the hall that night with punch bowls and refreshments and they- would also like to have some music. Mr. Sheldon asked if the subscriptions would be made in advance, so theoretically there would be no charge . Mrs Morey replied they would like to have the sub- scriptions in advance and have people who are friends and admirers of Mr Ripley give them a little money Mr. Sheldon said_the subscriptions would take care of the expenses . He said if they are not charging admission at the door, that wouldput it in a little different category Mrs Morey acid only those who subscribed would be ad- mitted that Thursday night public It would not be open to the The Chairman said the best course is for the Board to take it under advisement and when it finished its agenda, it would come to a decdsion and so inform Mrs. Morey Mr. Mabee asked how long they would need a guard Mrs Morey said Mr Harrington will pay for the guard and he wants the guard all night long. Mrs. Morey and Mrs . Williams retired at 8:00 P M Messrs . Irwin, Finneran, Cronin, Chief Corr and Deputy Chief Spellman, met with the Board. Mr. Carroll suggested that the discussion to follow be in Executive Session. The Chairman said Mr Carroll was familiar with what is in Executive Session and some member of the Board may move it If the Board finds it is something that should not be in Executive Session, he would open it to the public Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing, deliberating or voting n matters which, if made public , Executive might adversely affect the public secuiity, the financial Session interest of the Town, or the reputation of any person Following discussion pertaining to salaries, it was voted to resume the open meeting . 32 cr ct Mr Legro submitted a plan and explained an article submitted by the Planning Board asking to exchange a parcel of land on Marrett Road Mr Carroll indicated on the plan the situation in- volving a water main. Mr Legro said he was merely calling to the Board' s attention that Mr Stoico said the exchange of land is worthless to him unless he makes provision for the sewer,! Mr Carroll said Mr. Soico intends to construct the sewer, and an easement would have to be granted for Stoico the drain. land ex- Mr Cataldo said all the Board has to do is have change Mr Stoico agree to give the Town an easement Mr.Mabee said he thought the Planning Board would want to know more about what he is going to do. Mr. Legro said if the Board is willing to have this article in the warrant, now is the time to do it Mr. Cataldo said the Board should have more information from the Planning Board He said he would not want to exchange land and incur other problems . Mr.Legro said he would take the subject up with the Planning Board this evening Letter from Attorney Herbert P Sfax, representing Mr. A. Purney Acker , requesting the Board to make an Claim offer in settlement for damages sustained by him as a result of the taking of property on Massachusetts Avenue, was held over for one week . This will give Town Counsel an opportunity to advise the Board. The Chairman read a letter from the Planning Board stating that the articles relative to Laconia Street need not immediately follow each other, but should appear in the following sequence : 1. Acquisition of the Lexland Realty land by Town. Laconia St 2. Rezoning of the parcel from Cl to N. article 3 Laying out of Laconia Street to Lowell Street over Kelly land. 4. Taking by Town of rights in the tEresent location of Laconia Street at Woburn-Lowell Streets corner. Mr. Legro said he had information this was the same order the Selectmen preferred He explained Mr Carroll's feeling is no matter what arrangement is made down there, the Town should undertake the work of relocating the water main. He does not want anyone else doing the work involv- ing a water main of the Town This will be a matter of getting reimbursement, and Mr. Carroll will need more money in his budget. 533 Mr. Carroll said theTown could end up building Laconia Street and installing the water main or Kobrick a could end up doing it. He said, with reference to the water maih, he definitely wants the Town to install it To do this, he will need an additional $2,000 in this Water Con- struction article and the budget should be increased $2, 000, making a total of $21,400 Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the Water Construction-Sundry Streets ' budget in the sum of $21,400, an increase of $2,000, which is the estimated cost of relocating the water main in Laconia Street. The Chairman said there are some areas of disagree- ment with the Planning Board in regard to the Laconia Street proposals. Mr Legro said there will have to be money in the article for construction of Laconia Street and at best it will be a reimbursement proposition Mr. Carroll said he thought the Board could figure on $4,000 for Laconia Street Mr. Legro retired at 9:00 P M Mr. Carroll said he thought he owed the Board an explanation of the snow removal because of the telephone calls being received by the Board The Chairman said he did not think Mr. Carroll owed the Board an explanation He said he drove around, and Lexington was in no worse condition than the surrounding towns. He said he knew the hours Mr Carroll put in, and as far as he was concerned, the first couple of days of the storm, things were not as good as the townspeople are used to, but he thought they had been corrected He asked if any member of the Board disagreed, and Mr. Mabee said he would like to hear what Mr. Carroll has to say. Mr. Carroll said they got out a little late, a matter of misjudgment He said none of them realized the snow was packing down. He said there was an unusual number of pieces of equipment break down. He said they just had a poor storm, but did as well as a lot of towns. This past Sunday, the equipment was out in sufficient time During the past week, they worked many hours trying to correct the situation on the streets In many cases, they went into the areas with front end loaders and scooped out driveways . Thursday morning at ten o'clock, there was a water main break on Bedford Street at Route 128 He said he worked 100 hours and some of the men worked 126 hours. Today there are eleven men out sick. 534 C2cr Mr Carroll said that Mrs Barbara Harvell, of the Tax Dollar Committee, requested a copy of his budget. Budgets Mr. Gray said last year the committee was given the items that were approved by the Board Mr. Cataldo suggested giving her the information on the same basis it was given last year, and the Board so agreed. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the petition and sign the order for the follow- Pole ing pole location: locations Chase Avenue, northwesterly side, southwesterly from a point approximately 105 feet southwest of Bennett Avenue, -- Two (2) poles . The Chairman said he had a letter from Henry J. Application Mascarello, 29 Lincoln Street, recommendifig someone for the position of Comptroller. He said it would be placed on file . The Chairman said there were some bills for Opinions of Value obtained bythe Coservation Com- ' Conser- mission. sThe first one of 1}5. 00 was for Harry vation bills Berglund' s opinion of value on certain parcels of land, and the second, $175.00, was for Mr. Berglund' s opinion of value on two other parcels . Upon motion duly rade and seconded, it was voted to approve the bills for payment. The Chairman read a letter from Mrs. Howard B. Asarkof, Secretary, Hancock School PTA, urging a sub- stantial increase in the number of men on the police PTA urges force . He said he would notify Mrs . Asarkof of the more police action the Board has taken in the budget and would also send a copy of her letter to the Appropriation Committee. The Chairman asked Mr. Gray ato represent the Board Hearing at a hearing to be held on February 7 by the Massachu- setts Bay Transportation Authority. Letter was received from the Alcoholic Beverages ID Cards Control Commission inquiring as to the number of ID Cards the Board has issued and what comments it had regarding this law The Chairman said he would reply that it is a good law and there have been nineteen cards issued. 535 The Chairman read a letter from Mr. Donald E. Nickerson, Chairman of the Board of Appeals, relative to appointment of a member to that Board Board of Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Appeals to appoint Mr. George C Sheldon to the Board of Appeals for an unexpired term ending March 31, 1970 Mr. Sheldon will fill the vacancy on that Board caused by the resig- nation of Mr Alden L. Ripley Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant permission to the Lexington Lions Club to hold a Heart Seminar in Cary Memorial Hall on February 9, Use of 1966 from 7:30 P. until 10: 30 P.M , free of charge, hall subject to custodian' s fee for overtime services Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant permission to the New England Vegetable Growers Association, Inc. , permission to hold its annual banquet Use of in Cary Memorial Hall on March 26, 1966 from 6:00 P M hail until midnight, subject to a charge of $35.00, plus over- time fee for the custodian The Chairman mentioned the possibility that the Annual Town Meeting could be adjourned more than two sessions Mr Cataldo said the Board should have an opittihn on what the April 1st deadline is Town The Chairman suggested, and the Board agreed, should Meetings the first session be adjourned, that the Board move to adjourn to the following Wednesday, March 23, thence the following Monday, March 28, thence the following Wednesday, March 30, if it is necessary to hold adjourned sessions Mr. Carroll retired at 9 25 P .M Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the minutes of the Selectmeb' s Meeting held Minutes on January 24, 1966. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant a Taxi Driver license to St;phen J. Nicoli, 292 License Woburn Street, Lexington With reference to rules and regulations governing the use of the Public Facilities Building, Mr. Cataldo said he thought, before any rules and regulations are Public adopted, the Board should take a look at the building Facilities Building as it exists, and see what it is actually suited for . 536 a e2 as Mr Sheldon said he agreed, but if anyone has any ideas the Board should consider them He said he thought the Board should have a statement in writing from the Chamber of Commerce as to exactly what it proposes. Mr York said the Chamber of Commerce is waiting to find out whatthe Board of Selectmen is going to do. Mr Sheldon said that is part of the picture, and the Chamber of Commerce should state what it is going to do Mr York said he would talk to the Chamber of Commerce. Mr. Cataldo said the Board should also discuss this with the Director of Guides. Mr Gray was requested to obtain a statement from the Director of Guides. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing, deliberating or voting on matters which, if made public, Executive might adversely affect the public secufity, the financial Session interest of the Town or the reputation of any person Following report of a meeting with representatives of Itek, Town Report and Plumbing Inspector, it was voted to resume the open meeting Upon motion duly made andseconded, it was voted to adjourn at 10:00 P.M A true record, Attest : A E ve ler Selectm L L� 537 II SELECTMEN'S MEETING February 7, 1966 A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Selectmen ' s Room, Town Office Building, on Monday, ebruary 7, 1966, at 7: 30 P.M. Chairman Cole, Maser . Burnell, Cataldo, Sheldon and Mabee were present. Mr. Gray, Executive Assistant, Mr. Carroll, Superintendent of Public Works, and Miss Murray, Executive Clerk, were also present. Hearing was declared open upon petition of William T. Hardy for permission to increase the storage capacity of underground gasoline tanks from 8,000 gallons to 16,000 Gasoline gallons and storage of other items incidental thereto. Storage Notices of the hearing were mailed, certificate of Hearing mailing, to the petitioner, the Phillips Petroleum Co., owners of tae property deemed to be affected as they appear on the most recent tax list, and also advertised in the January 20, 1966 issue of the Lexington Minute-man. Mr. Reuben Seth, representing the Phillips Petroleum Company, was the only person present at the hearing . He ' showed the Board pictures of what the building will look like and the Chair man explained the Board' s only concern is with the stroage . He asked how much land area there is, and Mr. Seth replied 22, 99 feet. The Chairman reported that Chief Engineer Spellman, of the Fire Department, had approved the application. The hearing was declared closed and Mr. Seth retired. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to issue a license to William T. Hardy, 915 Waltham Street, to keep, store and sell the following: 500 gallons of motor oil, 500 gallons of antifreeze and 500 gallons of chemical accessories - all above ground in metal ,containers. 16,000 gallons of gasoline , 560 gallons of waste oil, 560 gallons of fuel oil, to be used to heat the building, - all to be stored in underground tanks . The Chairman read a letter from Mr. John J. Carroll, requesting that the $119.60 balance of $307.84 of Article 4 of the 196L warrant for Traffic Regulation & L,ontrol and Funds the $1,271,.28 balance of $11,153.12 of Article 13 of the reinstat- 1965 warrant for Water Mains be reinstated from the Excess ed i and Deficiency Account. E. & D. Mr. Ci.rroll explained when he went over the aocounts I 538 with the Town Accountant, he erroneously told him to close these two accounts out. Mr. Restein, of the Accounting Department, told Mr. Carroll if he would write a letter to the Selectmen and send him a copy, he would reinstate the funds. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize reinstatement of the funds from the Excess and Deficiency Account as requested by Mr. Carroll. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant thepetition and sign the order for the follow- Poleg ing pole location: location Albemarle Avenue, southeasterly side, apRroxi- mately 450 feet northeast of Anthony Road, One pole. Letter was received from Leonard Jellis, Sr. , 115 Reed Street, a copy of which was published in the Lexington Minute-man, relative to snow removal during the last two storms. Snow The Chairman said he would reply to Mr. Jellis' letter removal The Chairman read a letter from the Stanley Hill Post #38 American Legion, advising it had intended to include a request for permission to sell balloons and novelties April 19when permission was requested to operate a refreshment boothT ie n ri b action. ��ara ad no objection. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant permission to The Premiere Performance Company Use of to conduct a rehearsal in Estabrook Hail on February 12, hall 1966 from 2:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. , free of charge, subject to a fee of $3.45 per hour for custodian' s over- time services. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant permission to Boston University Club of Arlington , Lexington and Winchester to have a lecture Use of in Cary Memorial Hall on April 15, 1966 from 7:30 P.M. hall until 11:00 P.M. , free of charge, subject to a fee of $3.65 Per hour for custodian' s overtime services. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted License to grant a Taxi Driver license to Richard P Murphy, 496 Lowell Street, Lexington . Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Minutes to approve the minutes of the Selectmen ' s Meeting held on January 31, 1966. 1 539 The Chairman referred to the streets to be laid out by the Board as town ways and reported that the people on Middleby Road contend they do not want the street and none of them asked for it. Mr. Cataldo pointed out this is being done for the school. If the School Committee feels it should be Street put in, fine; if the School Committee does not want it, Orders fine. Mr. Sheldon said if the School Committee feels it is not imperative at this time and none of the people want it, he agreed with Mr. Cataldo. Mr. Burnell said he did not see how the Board could arrive at any decision other than to accept the street. Mr. Sheldon suggested that the Chairman advise the Board next Monday how the School Committee feels about this. Mr. Carroll said this should be a vote of the School Committee and it should be on record one way or another. The Chairman asked Mr. Gray to contact the School Committee and obtain a letter from that ''ommittee stating its position in regard to the article for acceptance and construction of Middleby Road. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to lay out as town ways and sign the Orders of layout on the following streets: Suzanne Road Brigham Road Partridge Road Butler Avenue Dewey Road Kendall Road Juniper Place Middleby Road Mill Brook Road Wright Street Mohawk Drive Moreland Avenue Laconia Street Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to alter and relocate as town ways the following streets: Moreland Avenue The Chairman said, with reference to Kendall Road, that one family will bear most of the cost. He went to see them and explained their rights. Mr. Carroll said he felt Middleby Road is essential to the use of the school. There are no sidewalks on Middleby Road at the present time . He explained if Town Meeting votes not to accept this street, the Town does not have the right to put in a sidewalk because it is a private way . He also explained even if a sidewalk was constructed, it would be a waste of money because it wo.zld be costly to build a sidewalk that would tie in with the street construction. He said there are aloe some very serious drainage problems which street con- structionvduld correct or eliminate. He stated there is no other vehicular traffic way to the school, and the only way to get 'traffic in would be from Marrett Road. co 540 cr et Further consideration was given to rules and regu- lations governing the use of the Public Facilities Building. During the week the members of the Board inspected the building, and the Chairman said he thought the Board was now in a position to adopt rules and regulations. He Public said he thought the building was an ideal place for meet- Facilities ings. He said for the time being, the Board might be on Building safer ground if it approved use of these rooms for author- ized Town Committees. Mr. Sheldon asked if, beyond that, there was a need for any definite rules and regulations. The Chairman said the supervision is tinder the Super- intendent of Public Works. Mr. Carroll asked if the committees were going to meet with or without a janitor. The Chairman mentioned that committees meet in the Town Office Building without a janitor and he thought who- ever used this building could pick up a key at the Police Station. Mr. Cataldo said there should be some type of a tele- phone in the building, and if committees are going to meet there it should be a town telephone. Mr. Burnell said the committee was not in favor of having a telephone in or around the building. There is a p,iy telephone down at Fosters! and the committee thought it would not be too much of an inconvenience to walk down there. The Chairman asked if the Chamber of Commerce would not want a telephone. Mr. Burnell replied in the affirmative and said there is no jack in that area. He said of all places in the building that is where there should be a telephone and he thought this could be corrected. Mr. Sheldon asked how long-distance calls would be controlled and Mr . Kolovson said he recalled there was going to be a pay telephone there. Mr. Sheldon said he thought a pay telephone was part of a public facilities. Mr. Cataldo said there should be a telephone there, but not in a booth. Mr. Sheldon smggested that, if there is a jack there, the Chamber of Commerce could lock the telephone up at night, and if anyone at a committee meeting expected a call, he could have it made through the pay telephone. It was agreed that Mr. Carroll would implement the situation. Mr. Carroll said another problem is maintenance of the building and he will just have to work with the Chamber of Commerce. The Chairman said on the first floor, the conclave and closet should be for the use of the Chamber of Commerce. Mr. Cataldo said if the diorama is going to be there, it should be in when the building is open. 541 The Chairman said if they were satisfied the building is secure enough, he would have no objection. Mr. Burnell suggested that Mr. Gray contact Mrs. Morey, President of the Lexington Historical Society, and Mr. Nyren, Cary Library. Mr. Gray to check into the matter and report back to the Board. At 8:00 P.M. , Mr. George Kolovson and Mr. Arthur Bryson, Planning Board, met with the Board. The Chairman said many merchants in the Center sent in a petition, which he proceeded to read, requesting the Board to reverse the decision to ban parking in Lexington Center . He explained the redevelopment committee did not put the parking ban on. This was done by the Board of Selectmen. Mr. Kolovson said he thought the two main purposes of the test were #1, to evaluate as much as possible how the traffic flow improved or was not improved. Another purpose of the test was to see if banning the traffic wodld have an Parking adverse effect on the merchants. He said in as much as the ban in petition was started three or four days after the test went Lexington into effect, and under very adverse weather conditions, he Center did not think they could get a fair analysis from the mer- chants over a four or five week period and therefore he thought it would be in the best interest of everyone to drop the ban. Mr. Sheldon said Mr. Kolovson had his reaction on the second point. Mr. Kolovson said he was not agreeing with it. He said on point #1, he talked to Chief Corr today who said if parking was banned, traffic would flow better. It must be put into its proper perspective. Chief Corr said the main problem was the violators. He found it difficult unless he placed a man to prosecute all the violators. Mr. Sheldon asked if Mr. Kolovson was speaking for his committee. Mr. Kolovson replied in the affirmative and said all but one, who was not present, voted to discontinue it. They do not feel the merchants gave it a fair appraisal. The Chairman said he did not remember any of thele merchants showing up at any of the hearings . Mr. Kolovson said there were at least four meetings that called for the merchants to be present and give their viewpoints on a plan and give their viewpoints even before a plan was conterued. He said the attendance was very poor. Mr. Bryson asked if it was the Board' s intention to request that the five parking spaces be kept. The Chairman replied was it not Mr. Bryson' s under- standing that when the ban was put on it was to go from the Central Block, Depot Square exempted then all the way from the Hunt, Trani, Bakerts and down to the cross walk and five places on the other side of the street. 542 cat Mr. Bryson replied he owed Mr. Cataldo an apology because he had unjustly accused him. He sai he remembered it differently but the records bear Mr. Cataldo out. He said he voted against the experiment. The Chairman said all Mr. Kolovson was asking was that the part of the ban on the norht side of Massachusetts Avenue be lifted. Mr. Kolovson said they want to keep the ban on the south side. Mr. Mabee asked the purpose of banning the five places. Mr. Kolovson said he thought it made sense anyway. Mr. Cataldo asked if they wanted to continue it, and Mr. Kolovson said they were not experimenting with it . Mr. Carroll said the Selectmen have the right to adopt temporary rules and regulations for thirty days; otherwise it is not legal. They could also adopt rules and regu- lations making it permanent . Mr. Burnell asked if the Traffic Study Committee had discussed this. Mr. Carroll said the committee thought this should be continued permanently. Mr. Mabee asked if Mr. Kolovson was saying there has not been any experiment at all, and Mr. Kolovson replied in the affirmative. Mr. Kolovson said the experiment in regard to that particular point is not going to serve its purpose in as much as in their opinion the ban was prejudged and not given a fair time. He said as long as those merchants have stated their opinion in such a short period of time, he did not think the committee could get a fair analysis from them. Mr. Cataldo said there was not enough time to evaluate this and asked if, in Mr. Kolovson' s opinion, anything had been proven. Mr. Kolovson said they have a poor attitude on the part of the merchants . Mr. Cataldo said the Board wants to go beyond the attitude of the merchants and asked if Mr. Kolovson was telling the Board he could not get this in four weeks. Mr. Kolovson said in no period of time now would there be a fiar analysis of the effect of the ban on busi- ness. It is the attitude of the merchants. Mr. Mabee said the merchants have prejudged the situ- ation and this is basically it. In three days if a petition is received that it is not good because they are losing busi- ness, this indicates a frame of mind. Mr. Cataldo said there are some merchants involved here from whom the committee could get a good picture. The Chairman said the committee haidnbtecome up with any recommendation, parking or noxparking. Mr. Kolovson said he would like to set up an appoint- ment for two weeks from tonight with the Board. The Chairman asked if the recommendation of the committee was to lift the ban. 543 Mr. Kolovson replied mainly because he did not feel one part of the ban can be accurately appraised. Messrs. Kolovson and Bryson left the meeting at 8:20 P.M. Mr. Carroll showed slides of snow removal operations in Lexington Center. The Chairman said the subject of the petition was open for discussion. Mr. Sheldon said, in view of what Mr. Kolovson said, he did not think any further purpose would be served and he moved that the ban be lifted on the north aide, leaving the• ban on five spaces on the south side, or Waltham Street side. The Chairman asked if there was any merit in continu- ing the ban. Mr. Cataldo said he did not think the petition had any merit as far as the merchants losing money is concerned and he thought the experiment should continua. Mr. Sheldon said the Board has the merchants' reaction and he did not see any point in continuing. He said from the standpoint of snow, nothing was proved. He said he made the motion because he thought this has served its pur- pose and also because Mr. Kolovson' s committee feels it has served its purpose and should expire. Mr. Mabee asked if Mr Cataldo thought a lot could be learned by continuing the experiment and Mr. Cataldo replied only public information. Mr. Mabee said if the Board was interested only in the public reaction, maybe it could be continued for another week or two. He said his own reaction is it is easier to get in and out of there. Mr. Cataldo said the Board agreed to start this in good faith, and he did not want to say the Board was going to drop the experiment . Mr. Mabee said perhaps the Board could get better public reaction in another week. Mr. Sheldon felt that the Board has learned as much as it can. Mr. Kolovson said even the manner in which the peti- tion was sent around discouraged him. Mr. Mabee said Mr. Kolovson was looking at this from the merchants' point of view and Mr. Cataldo wants public reaction as well as merchants' reaction and he thought the Board should continue for another week. Mr. Cataldo said this is a study and a survey for which the `Down is paying $13,000 and the attitude of the merchants should be in on this from the beginning. He said he was upset because the merchants are not more interested in their own livelihood. He said if this was a study some unpaid committee was making, fine, but this is a paid study for which the Town has paid money. Mr. Mabee said he would like to amend Mr. Sheldon' s motion. 544 C4., Mr. Sheldon moved the previous question. The Chairman said he would let Mr. Carroll make a comment. Mr. Carroll said the question before the Board is, has the experiment proved enough to the Board so it will go along with parking or not. If it has not proved enough, then the experiment should continue. The Chairman said all the Chairman of the committee is doing now is telling the Board that the "no parking" ban should be lifted. He has made an appointment with the Board for two weeks from tonight, at which time he will give the committee' s recommendation to the Board. Motion was made to lift the ban, but not carried. Motion was duly made and seconded that the ban be lifted with respect to all parking except on the south side of Massachusetts Avenue in front of Blake ' s store ten days from now, February 17. Mr. Legro came into the meeting at 8:45 P.M. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Warrant to sign the Warrant for the Annual Election, March 7, 1966, and Town Meeting, March 21, 1966. Mr. Cataldo said the Board should request a meet- ing relative to Route 2. The Chairman suggested that Mr. Carroll set up a meeting with the bommissioner of Public Works. Mr. Carroll said the State usually writes and sets a date. The Chairman asked Mr. Carroll to let him know when a date has been determined so he could go in and see Commissioner Sargent ahead of time. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing, Executive deliberating or voting on matters which, if made publid, Session might adversely affect the public security, the financial interest of the Town, or the reputation of any parson. Following discussion with Town Counsel pertaining to a legal matter and question of pension, it was voted to resume the open meeting. The Chairman reported the date for the Temple Emunah Auction Auction is Sunday, May 15, 1966. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to advise Temple Emunah that the Board has no objection to an outdoor auction on Sunday, May 15, 1966, on the Temple grounds. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 9:10 P.M. A true record, Attest: /pec r'�_iv�ert�, sel®ct�n 545 SELECTMEN 'S MHTING February 14, 1966 A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Selectmen ' s Room, Town Office Building, on Monday, February 14, 1966, at 7:30 P.M. Chairman Cole, Messrs. Burnell, Cataldo, Sheldon and Mabee were present. Mr. Gray, Executive Assistant, Mr. Carroll, Superintendent of Public Works, and Miss Murray, Executive Clerk, were also present. Mr. Gray reported receipt of petition, signed by merchants in Lexington Center, declaring the action of the Redevelopment Committee in banning parking on the odd -numbered side of the street in Lexington Center has Parking affected the business income and they wish to have the decision reversed. He said the Board set a deadline of February 17, which is only three days away, and this was carried in the Lexington Minute-man. Mr. Sheldon said possibly the merchants do not under- stand there is an argument that has to do with an experi- ment in the Center and the other is for long-term traffic reasons. He said the Board might point out one ban ends in three days and the other ban may be permanent and was recommended by the Traffic Study Committee. The Chairman said the five spaces on the south side of the avenue may be permanent and the Traffic Rules and Orders will have to be changed. Mr. Cataldo said the committee was working on the Town barn project. He said doing as much work as it has done and thinking it was doing it the right way, it asked two Boards for their opinions. One opinion was from the Public Planning Board. The committee asked that Board what it Works Bldg would recommend for the existing barn site, where the barn could be moved. The Planning Board recommended R-1. Some time in the future it might recommend Tradesman Park. He said going beyond this, the committee received a letter from the Board of Assessors saying, back in June, even if the land remained in the same existing zone the Assessors' value was $140,000. Friday the committee received another .Metter stating due to the recent sales in the area, the price would be $400,000. He said this has presented a problem to the committee and it would like the Selectmen to have the Plan- ning Board in and get an answer as to what its recommendation would be for this land if the Tradesman Park does not prevail at Town Meeting and w' uld it recommend that this land be sold at any rate. Sheldon Sheldon said if it is R-1, it might be one value. Mr. Cataldo stated $35,000 is the Assessors' opinion of value on R-1; $140,000 Tradesman Park and if it remains 546 existing C-1, the Assessors' opinion of value would be $L100,000. He said the committee would like some definite answers this evening. Mr. Sheldon said he thought Town Meeting would have to give the answer. Mr. Cataldo explained the committee cannot wait until Town Meeting . The Chairman said he would ask the Planning Board up when the agenda had been completed. The Chairman read a letter from the law firm of Rich, May & Bilodeau, 1 State Street, Boston, enclosing an order of notice from the Department of Public Utilities relating to a proposed taking by eminent domain by Algonquin Gas Transmission Company of easements over lands in Lexington. The lands involved being along Route 2, as said route is being relocated by the Department of Public Works. The Chairman explained this is because of the widening of Route 2. Algonquin Mr. Carroll said he planned to attend the hearing and Gas Co. would try to convince the Department of Public Utilities easements that the pipe should be very deep. Route 2 The Chairman asked to have a copy of the letter sent to Town Counsel. Letter from Arthur E. Burrell, Director of Civil Civil De- Defense, relative to changes made in his budgets for 1966 fense was held over until later in the evening when the Appropri- budget ation Committee met with the Board. The Chairman read a letter from Chief James F. Corr, Jr. , advising that he plans to take his annual vacation from February 20, 1966 through March 5, 1966, and request- Acting ing appointment of Lieutenant Furdon as Acting Chief. Chief Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to appoint Lieutenant Paul E. Furdon Acting Chief during the period of time Chief Corr is on vacation, February 20, 1966 through March 5, 1966. The Chairman read a letter from Richard Soule, 16 Hancock Street, with recommendations relative to appoint- ment of a committee to be in charge of the 200th Anniversary of the Battle of Lexin toni He asked that a copy of the letter be sent to the Town Celebrations Committee with a request for its recommendations. He said the committee could come back with a format for the Board to follow. He said several months ago, Arthur D. Little tried to bring the World' s Fair to Boston in 1967 and atthe time, wanted to tie this celebration into it. Mr. Cataldo said at that time, the Board set up a criteria of what would be done. The Chairman said he would like to get the Town Celebrations Committee' s views. The Chairman said he would like to get the Town Celebrations Committeer9 views. X47 Mr. Cataldo suggested that Mr. Soule be advised the Board discussed the subject six months ago and has been working on it. Notice was received from the Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission relative to the sale and delivery of Package alcoholic beverages on Washington' s Birthday, Tuesday, Goods February 22, 1966. Stores Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Feb. 22 to permit the Package Goods Stores to remain open on Washington' s Birthday, February 22, 1966, from 1:00 P.M. until 11:30 P.M. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the Church of Our Redeemer permission to conduct Paper a paper drive on Sunday, April 2L1 , 1966. Drive Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant Richard K. Eaton 40 Percy Road, Lexington, per- mission to use Estabrook Hall on Saturday, March 5, 1966, Use of from 7:45 P.M. until 10 45 P.M. , free of charge, but sub& hall ject to a fee of $3.65 per hour for custodian ' s overtime services. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the Town Meeting Members Association permission to use Cary Memorial Hall on Sunday, March 6, 1966, free Use of of charge. hall Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the following licenses, satisfactory character references having been received from the Chief of Police: Licenses Edward J. S.hatjian , 1762 Mass. Ave. , Apt. 2 Intelligence Office, Macie May Anderson, 29 Bellington St. , Belmont Taxi Driver. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the minutes of the Selectmen' s Meeting held on Monday, February 7, 1966, and the street hearings on Minutes January 26, 1966. Mr. Leslie York, Chairman of the Public Facilities Building Committee, met with the Board and said there had been a request from the Council of Churches for a directory in the building so people coming from outside would know where the churches are. The committee felt it was under the jurisdiction of the Selectmen. He explained it would be in the form of a plaque and cost approximately $50. A Mr. Wark, present at t he meeting, said some time ago, they realized, in the Executive Committee of the Council of Churches, there should be something in the information building in the way of a directory for tourists giving them the time and church location. He said they would C:: 548el a: work through Harry Erickson, the architect, and have Mr. Church Howard Custance tailor it . directory The Chairman said this would be in the interior of the building. Mr. York said that was correct and the directory would be in maple and in keeping with the building. He said all the eighteen churches, all faiths and denominations would be listed and approval from each Paster will be requested. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve location of the directory proposed by the Lexington Council of Churches in the Public Facilities Building. Nr. Cataldo asked how much longer the committee needed to finish the building. Mr. York replied the electrical fixtures were finished today and the delivery on the committee' s choice of drapes will be from ;two to three weeks. He said the objective is April 1. He said he would like to see a better ex- terior arrangement of the diorama. The Chairman suggested that Mr. York attend the meet- ing Mr. Gray will set up with Mr. Nyren. Mr. Carroll submitted a set of plans, relative to Route 2 reconstruction and explained a problem pertaining to utilities, and suggested a solution. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize Mr. Carroll to proceed with his suggestion. Letter was received from Mr. Carroll relative to 1965 bill an unpaid 1965 bill to be submitted to Town Meeting for approval. Letter was received from Betty Hicks, 15 Schuyler Avenue, Latham, New York, relative to an accident that occurred at the Grove Street overpass on Route 128 on January 30, A copy of her letter to Pazzano Trucking, Waltham, Mass . , was enclosed. Mr. Carroll reported he has discusseddthes ubjeot with Town Counsel and he said the name of the contractor he gave Miss Hicks was incorrect. The Chairman su, gested that a copy of the letter be sent to Town Counsel. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the petitions and sign the orders for the follow- ing pole, guy wire and anchor locations, all having been approved by Mr. Carroll: Columbus Street, northwesterly side, southwesterly from a point approximately 92 feet southwest of Cedar Street, -- Five poles, guy wire and anchor on the fifth pole. 549 Turning Mill Road, easterly side, northerly from a point 327 feet north of Partridge Road, -- Nine poles. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to amend the Traffic Rules and Orders of the Town of Leitington, Article VIII, Section II (Isolated Stop Signs ) by adding to this section the following: Southbound drivers on Wood Street at Massachusetts Avenue. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to appoint Mr. Timothy Sullivan, 34 Baker Avenue, to Appointment the Board of Registrars for an unexpired term ending March 31, 1967. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to appoint Mr. Lewis L. Hoyt, 35 Emerson Gardens, to Appointment the Board of Assessors for a three-year term ending January 1, 1969. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing, deliberating or voting on matters which, if made public, Executive might adversely affect the public security, the financial Session interest of the Town, or the reputation of any person. Following discussion with Mr. Carroll relative to a sewage matter and sick leave for an employee, it was voted to resume the open meeting. Chairman earrish, Messrs . Blaisdell, Noyes, Clarke, Gary, Zehner, Carlson and Mrs . Sousa, Appropriation Com- mittee, met with the Board. Further discussion was held relative to 1966 budget requests and the following action taken: Department Requested Approved Selectmen' s - Out of State $ 350.00 $ 150.00 Town Clerk & Treas.-Personal 16,959.09 17,659.00 Approved $1,000 for part- time help to count coins from parking meters Treasurer - Parking Meter 150.00 60.00 Bank eill supply wrappers Planning Board - Personal 13,158.00 One step raise Planning Board - Expenses 6,800.00 Out of State Travel separate item 200.00 Town Celebrations 5,200.00 5,000.00 Accounting Out of State Travel 200.00 00.00 550 ct Department Requested Approved Police Personal Traffic Women increased only (Approp. Comm. recommendation) $135, not $150. Town Treasurer $ 8,000.00 $ 7,500.00 Town Clerk 2,000.00 1,500.00 Collector of Taxes 9,000.00 8,400.00 The Appropriation Committee retired at 10L30 P.M. Chairman Campbell, Messrs. Greeley, Bryson, and Mrs. Riffin, Planning Board, met with the Selectmen. Route 2 The Chairman referred to a letter from the Planning Board, dated February 7, 1966, with reference to Route 2, and stated the Selectmen are trying to set up a meeting with the Commissioners to go over this again. Mr. Campbell said the letter to which the Chairman referred was about ten days old. The Chairman said he did not think the Board could do any more than meet with the Commissioners again. He said it was safe to say that the teo Boards are still concurring and want to resolve it a lot better than it is now. Mrs. Riffin said that was correct. Mr. Cataldo referred to the Town barn site and said since discussing this with the Planning Board, the com- mittee received a le,.ter from the Board of Assessors and they have changed. their minds on the original opinion of value of $140,000 due to the surrounding land sales. The Assessors thing it would be up around $400,000 under the present zoning. He said the committee would like to know from the Planning Board 1), if the Tradesman Park article does not prevail, what the Planning Boardts re- commendation would be. Mr. Campbell replied it would be the same as it was last July, that it would go to R-1 Mr. Cataldo asked if the Planning Board would, at any time, recommend that this piece of property be sold under any zone. Mr. Campbell replied that is a difficult question. Mr. Catlado asked if Town meeting does not go along Town barn with the R-1, would the Planning Board recommend that site this piece of lane be sold. Mr. Greeley replied if that is worth $400,000, it is worth that in order to be used as a major shopping center . The Planning Board feels this is not a place for a shopping center and as a member of the Planning Board, he would be strongly opposed to a shopping center . Mr. Cataldo reported the figures the committee received from the Assessors were $30,000 for R-1 zone; $135,000 for C-S zone and either one of these figures would be fine, but then the Assessors come in and say $400,000 on a C'-1 basis. 551 Mr. Cambell said if the motion failed to pass, at a future Town Meeting the Planning Board would recommend to put that land into R-1 Mr. Cataldo said he would like this in a letter plus the fact would the Planning Board recommend to well with the information it has at the present time. Mr. Campbell said as it stands now, if it is not C-S, the Planning Board would unanimously want it back to an R-i. Mr. Cataldo asked if the Planning Board would write a letter to this effect, and Mr. Campbell replied in the affirmative. The Planning Board retried at 10: 5 P.M. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn. A true record, Attest: �1 3c iva "ler , Selec en t 55 SET,RCTMEN'S MEETING February 21, 1966 A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Selectmen' s Room, Town Office Building, on Monday, February 21, 1966, at 7:30 P.M. Chairman Cole, Messrs Burnell, Cataldo, Sheldon and Mabee were pre- sent, Mr. Legro, Town Counsel, Mr. Gray, Executive Assistant, Mr. Carroll, Superintendent of Public Works, and Miss Murray, Executive Clerk, were also present. Hearing was declared open upon petition of the Boston Edison Company and the New England Telephone and Telegraph Company for permission to locate two poles on Grant Street . Pole Notices of the hearing were mailed to the peti- locations tioners, owners of property as listed on the petitioners' plans and also filed with the Superintendent of Public Works. Mr. Serverson, representing the Boston Edison Com- pany and Mr. Dunn, representing the New England Telephone and Telegraph Company, were the only persons present at the hearing. Mr. Serverson explained the intention is to relocate a pole because of the new Saddle Club Road, and this will make the area look a little better . Mr. Dunn explained the proposed location on a plan and explained the work will be underground. The proposed locations were approved by Mr. Carroll. The Chairman declared the hearing closed, and upon motion duly made andseconded, it was voted to grant the petition and sign the orders for the following i/o pole locations : (Quote) . Hearing was declared open upon petition of the Boston Edison Company for permission to locate 145 feet Conduit of conduit in Spring, Street. location Notices of the hearing were mailed to the peti- tioner, owners of property as listed on the petitioner' s plan and alos filed with the Superintendent of Public Works. Mr. Serverson, representing the Boston Edison Company, was the only person present at the hearing. He explained the proposed conduit location is in connection with the reconstruction of Route 2 and this is a piece of conduit going into Raytheon. The proposed conduit location was approved by Mr. Carroll. The Chairman declared the hearing closed, and upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the11 553 petition and sign the order for the following conduit locations : , ' * Grant Street , easterly side, approximately 20 feet north of Saddle Club Road, -- One (1) pole. (one existing JO pole to be removed. ) Grant Street, westerly side, at York Street, -- One (1) pole. Spring Street, approximately 145 feet north of Hayden Avenue, a distance of about 25 feet, - conduit. Messrs. Dunn and Serverson retired. Letter was received from Ernest A. Giroux asking to be recorded in opposition to the parking ban in front of the Central Block as it has been injurious to him and to other Massachusetts Avenue tenants of the Central Block. Parking ban The Chairman said„as as the Board knew, the ban was lifted on February 17 so no further action is necessary. Appointment of two Associate Members to the Board Appointment of Appeals was held over. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant permission to the 4-H Horse Club to hold a Horse Show at Willard' s Woods on May 15, 1966, under the same Horse Show considerations previously established. Mr. Legro submitted a plan and stated in 1960 the Town adopted an order for the construction of a sewer along Route 2. In front of the land of DeNunzio, the Sewer along amount of the betterment was $3,781.43. In 1961, the Route 2 Commonwealth made a taking of this strip of land along DeVincent the front portion of the land. In 1964, the State made award another taking of this area of land, which he indicated on the plan, leaving just a small parcel, which he also indicated on the plan. Mrs . Rich reported the unpaid bill as $3,214.19 having seventeen years to run at $189.07. He explained this came up because McLaughlin Bros. repre- senting the present owners, Arthur and Raymond Del?incent, had an award of damages from the Commonwealth for these takings. He said he understood the award covers both takings. Mr. Legro had a request to waive the townts rights to any part of the jury award which he said of course he did not give. Mrs. Rich said the remaining piece is assessed for $2,500, and he wondered what the Board would like to do by way of recovering under this award. He explained the award has not been paid and he thought the Commonwealth would protect the Town as well as it could. ffe said it seemed to him ridiculous to have an unpaid betterment of $3, 214 against a piece of land worth only $2,500. He said he did not think there cz 5r 4 ca am. is any question of abating the betterment because at the time the sewer was constructed, it benefited this land and made it more valuable at the time of the taking so it is probably included in the jury award. He asked if the Board wanted to collect the entire unpaid balance. The Chairman said the Board should certainly try. Mr. Cataldo asked if they could get a building permit to build on this land. Mr. Legro replied th ,t is not the question. The entire parcel was bettered by the construction of the sewer and it would appear to him that the lot is large enough for one house. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize Mr. Legro to proceed with negotiations for collecting the full amount and report back to the Board. Mr. Carroll said, under Chapter 220 of the Acts of 1965, he wo ld like to ask the Board to consider the ree- location of a brook. He submitted a plan of the Sanitary Land Fill area and indicated where he would like to start Relocation dumping, toward the track. He said the problem is a brook of brook now coming across from Route 128 which goes under the rail- road tracks and he would like to relocate it on the north side of the tracks. He said he would like to send notices to the Department of Natural Resources and the Sate Depart- ment of Public Works and hold a hearing next Monday night. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to hold a hearing, pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 220 of the Acts of 1965, in the Selectmen' s Room, Town Office Building, on Monday, February 28, 1966 at 8:00 P.M. rela- tive to plans of the Town of Lexington , Department of Public Works, to relocate a brook on the north side of the Boston and Maine Railroad in Tophet Swamp. Mr. Cataldo said when the Town was talking to Cabot, Cabot & rorbes on that land exchange, it discusses the possibility of filling in from Hartwell Avenue and asked if this subject was to be dropped. He said this is the time to lay out the whole area. The Chairman said he thought it was worth exploring at this time. Mr. Cataldo asked if the Board wanted Mr. Carroll to look into this and report back to the Board. Mr. Carroll stated there are many problems involved. Upon motions duly made and seconded, it was voted Pole lo- to grant the petitions and sign the orders for the follow- cations inA pole locations, all having been approved by Mr. Carroll: Lillian Road, northwesterly side, approximately 29 feet northeast of Sheila Road, -- one (1) pole (One existing JO pole to be removed. ) Massachusetts Avenue , westerly side, southerly from a point approximately 63 feet south of Pelham Road, -- Eleven (11) poles. )) Massachusetts Avenue, easterly side, approxi- mately 12 feet north of Pelham Road, -- One (1) pole. Muzzey Street, northwesterly side, approximately 158 feet southwest of Massachusetts Avenue, -- One (1) pole. (One existing JO pole to be removed. ) ORDER FOR TRANSFER : Westview Street, southerly side, easterly from a point approximately 129 feet east of Maguire Road, -- Two (2) poles. Letter was received from the Planning Board relative to a drainage study of Kiln Brook. The Chairman said this is more or less for the Board' s Kiln guidance in its thinking of future decisions regarding land Brook affecting brooks or streams. study The Chairman read a letter from the Planning Board relative to its recommendations for laying out and accept- " ing streets as proposed by the Board. Street The Chairman said it would seem, at this pont, the accept- Planning Board would go along with the streets ae originally antes laid out. He said he thought there is an area of discussion prior to Town Meeting. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant a Yearly Dump Permit to the Donna Realty Trust, Dump 59 Cummings Road, Newton Center. permit Upon motion duly made and secc.nded, it was voted to grant the following licenses: Bakeri, Inc. 315 Marrett Road Common Victualler Licenses James Cosgrove Taxi Driver William Trinque Peter D. Ball " " William E. Gilpatric Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voiced to approve the minutes of the Selectmen ' s Meeting held on Minutes February 1L., 1966. At 8:00 P.M. , Mr. Frederick Conroy met with the Board. He said back in September or August, 1965, a sewer better- ment assessment was levied on the property at the corner of Marrett and Follen Roads owned by Mr. Rasor . The betterment was $2, 293.83 based upon the Town' s normal formula. he said 556 Cr cz the history behind this is the year previous the Rasors planned to connect to the Town sewer on Follen Road. At the time they felt the connection charge would be excessive, $1600. They decided not to connect and put in a septic Rasor tank or dry well. The following year when they sold the sewer property, the purchase and sales agreement called for the better- sellers to pay any existing sewer betterments. He said the betterment has been paid and the property sold to Stoico. The Rasors feel the betterment does not benefit the property. Mr. Conroy said they admit the Town could probably tie in the Present Rasor house, now owned by Strico, to the sewer put in for Tricon Road. The property is now owned by Stoieo who is presently negotiating with the Town. Mr. Sheldon asked who paid the betterment, and Mr. Conroy replied Rasor paid and he wants a partial abatement. Mr. Conroy said he discussed the matter with Mr. Carroll and there is a possivility of one lot being connected to the Town sewer. This would require fill and require a lot being laid out in that location. He said there is another Town line in back of the Rasor land which he understood Stoico will connect to. He said the Rasors should re- ceive some kind of relief, and he proposed to work up an agreement that if this property were sewered from this to the lateral that the Rasors should be entitled to a partial abatement of this betterment. Mr. Carroll submitted a plan and went over the actual details. Mr. Conroy said at the present time there is no bene- fit to the property. Mr. Sheldon asked if Stoico could be willing to sign an agreement that he would never build there. Mr. Conroy replied in the negative and said he would not think of asking him to. Mr. Legro asked the date of this betterment, and Mr. Conroy replied September 27, 1965. Mr. Sheldon, asked if Mr. Conroy wanted to negotiate an agreement that would defer this. Mr. Conroy replied he would like an abatement now. Mr. Carroll explained if someone did decide to build there, the Town would be in a very undesireable position. The Chairman said he did not , in good conscience, see how the Board could grant an abatement . Mr. Conroy said the property has not been benefited by the sewer and the Town' s position is that it has been benefited. He said the property right now has not been benefited. The Chairman said the betterment has already been paid and Stoico owns the property. He asked who pays the moneyback. Mr. onroy replied, Mr. Rasor. Mr. Legro said he had grave doubt about this. The Chairman said the Board would take the matter under advisement. 557 Mr. Legro explained they want an answer very shortly becuase the six months will be up in March. Mr. Cataldo asked how much money was involved. Mr. Carroll replied $600 Or $700. It works out about one-third. He said what bothers him is the fact the pro- perty has so recently been sold and if it had not been, he would be more inclined to say the property could not be sewered. He said knowing the circumstances, it is hard to know what will happen in the future. Mr. Sheldon said, as he understands it, there is a legal problem here and the Board should decide that first. The Chairman said the Board would wait for Town Counsel' s decision. Letter was received from Frederick J. Conroy, on behalf of Eugene F. and Mildred E. Delfino, asking the Tax Titl• Board to reaffirm its decision to sell Lot 77 at the corner of Garfield Street and Reed Street to the Delfinos . Mr. Gray said the Board discussed this with the Planning Board, and that Board had no objection. It turned out there was a question about Lot 78. Mr. Delfino would now like to purchase Lot 77 . He wants to enlarge his house. He said the Board had agreed to sell for $200 , and it was held up on Lot 78. Mr. Gray said this lot is in between so it cannot be combined to Mr. Delfino' s lot. As soon as the title is clear, he will make an offer for the other lot. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it wa. voted to sell tax title Lot 77, at the corner of Garfield and Reed Streets, to Eugene F. and Mildred E. Delfino for $200. Mr. George Kolovson, Mr. Richard Michelson, and Mr. Joseph Trani met with the Board relative to the current proposal for reconstruction of Massachusetts Avenue. Mr. Kolovson said he had something completely new and different to present that, hopefully, would satis- fy everyone. He reported the group had a qualified vote from Mr. Trani that will probably make the committee unanimous. Mass. Ave. The Chairman said it now appears the committee is recon- unanimous in this approach. struction Mr. Kolovson said that was correct and explained the proposal, by use of a plan, as follows: CURRENT PROPOSAL - MASSACHUSETTS AVENUE RECONSTRUCTION INTERIM STAGE A. From Waltham St. to Depot Sq. 1. Develop 30 foot promenade 2. Widen curb-curb from 51 feet to 60 feet ( two parking lands 4 7' & four travel lanes 3 11$' ) (movement space increased from present 38' to 461 ) 558 B. From Depot Sq. to Meriam St. 1. Develop 26' promenade (probably single row of trees ) 2. Leave curbs where they are (54' - 56' apart ) (ban parking on north at peak hours when & if necessary) ULTIMATE STAGE (when off-street parking is provided & improved) A. From Waltham St . to Muzzey St. 1. Widen south sidewalk to 14' 2. Provides one parking lane 7t & 4 travel lanes 1211" B. From Muzzey St . to the Green 1. No physical change from the interim stage 2. Parking more frequently, then finally banned C. From Waltham St. to town offices 1. Pedestrian areas to match Waltham to Depot 2. Travelled way equal to or greater than 56' Miscellany Trees on south require relocation of 8" water and 18" storm drain; not impossible to relocate but perhaps too unlikely- thus, other treatment. Ultimate beautification cost - $300,000.00 Immediate $60,000.00 adequate for Central Block to Depot Sq. to the bookstore. Mr. Cataldo observed that the Committee actually does not know what is going in there except for the trees, and Mr. Kolovson said that was right. Mr. Cataldo referred to the material the committee has at the library and said this is what people think the Town is going to get. However , if no one knows exactly what is going to be done , he did not think this was right. Mr. Kolovson explained that what is at the library will be changed to conform to the current proposal within ten days. Mr. Cataldo asked how the committee could show any- thing if it does not know what is going to be done. Mr. Kolovson said they know about the trees and side- walks. he said benches would still be a part of it. Mr. Carroll said this is a Planning Board article and the question he had is , will the appropriation allow the work to be done under the jurisdiction of the Selectmen. He said this is a very important point. He said he assumed the Board would want the work done under its juris- diction and he also assumed that if the Selectmen go along with this that it would get a breakdown of the $60,000 as soon as possible. He said without a breakdown he could not reasonably assure the Board that it can be done for $60,000. 559 Mr. Kolovson explained in arriving at the $60,000, the method used was to give it out to two different people and in both cases use the highest figure submitted. Both people felt they were very generous . Mr. Carroll said they may have left something out such as underground utilities. Mr. Mabee asked if this wasn' t something the com- mittee could work out with Mr . Carroll. Mr. Carroll said if this is going any place, the work should not get out of the Selectmen' s hands under any conditions. Mr. Mabee explained that could be taken care of in the motion. Mr. Carroll said to be sure the $60,000 is adequate, he should sit down with these people. The Chairman said at this point there is nothing substantial that has been left out of the $60,000. Mr. Kolovson said absolutely not. The Chairman said, however, it would be good to go over it with the Superintendent of Public Works. Mr. Kolovson said this could be done within a week. Mr. Cataldo said no one knows what it is going to look like and he would like a specific plan of what the Town is going to vote on so there will be no question in anyone's mind. He said the committee is asking for $60,000 and all it knows is two rows of trees and a thirty-foot sidewalk. Beyond that , no one knows. The Chairman asked if anything else had been left out with the exception of the benches, and Mr. Kolovson replied, a water fountain. Mr. Mabee said the Board does not have a perfect picture of the schools it votes on when it is voting the funds. Mr. Cataldo said in this instance, construction funds are being voted. The Chairman said he did think by Town Meeting time it would be almost imperative to have a picture of what it is going to look like. Mr. Carroll said in order for the Board and Town Meeting to actItibely, the Board must not only have a plan shown here this evening, but also a plan for the rest of the street. He said there should be a bread- down of what the $300,000 is going to do. He explained he was not saying these people are incorrect, but he wanted to be sure in his own mind. He said right off, the crown of the street has to be changed and this runs into a lot of money. The Chairman said this is something that can be re- solved when Mr. Carroll has his discussion with the committee. Mr. Carroll said he thought there should be picture plans, and Mr. Kolovson said that was a reasonable request. 560 ata• Mr. Mabee said this should be presented not only at $60,000 and not only at $300,000 but also he assumed the committee would be working with t he Planning Board and that the Town Meeting Members get the right picture which means the final off-street parking and what that is going to cost, and not presented in a piecemeal fashion. Mr. Kolovson said this is very definitely in their minds. The Chairman asked if this could be resolved between Mr. Kolovson and Mr. Carroll within a week. Mr. Carroll said they could not get to the parking lots without becoming involved with the Planning Board. Mr. Kolovson said the fact of advocating removal of the spaces in the northerly side, in his opinion, and the committee' s opinion, this will not be the factor that will necessitate off-street parking in the rear. He said if the spaces on the northerly side were to remain, the committee would still advocate parking in the rear. The Chairman said the cost could be resolved with Mr. Carroll and if the committee could be ready at least by Town Meeting time with a more exact picture of what the promenade is going to look like. Mr. Kolovson said he was lure they could be a little more specific than what is shown on this plan . The com- mittee thinks it is a very good plan and likes the idea at being able to treat the south side somewhat. He asked if there was anything else that might be required of EDA or of the committee. The Chairman said he did not think so. Mr. Kolovson retired at 8:37 P.M. Mrs. Vivian Wolfe, three boys and a girl, met with the Board. The Chairman said Mrs . Wolfe had signed an appli- cation for permission, on behalf of a group of young people, to hold a dance in Cary Memorial Hall on Wednes- Use of day, February 23. He explained that the Board insisted Cary Hall sponsorship for any juvenile dance and it also insists that police officers be in attendance and this appli- cation was submitted in rather short notice. Mrs. Wolfe said these are members of the Junior Class at the High School who want to put on a dance similar to the Buckaroos and thought it would be a good idea to use Cary Hall . They thought it would be better if they had three police officers; two outside and one inside and one adult at each exit to make sure no out- of-towners could come in. They plan on admitting only Lexington boys and girls. Mr. SLeldon asked if there would be an adult com- mittee and how many adults Mrs. Wolfe expected. Mrs. Wolfe replied there will be six men, two other mothers and herself. She said this tends to alleviate trouble. The hours will be from 8: 00 P.M. until 11:30 P.M. 561 Mr. Mabee said he subscribed to the theory behind this but before he disqualified himself, he would like to say he was wholly in favor of it but would not vote because his daughter is a member of the class. Mrs . Wolfe said the band will cost probably $150 and the kids expect soft drinks free so th&re is about $60 spent tor drinks, then there is hall rental, janitor service, ice, lowering lights and signs "No Smoking" . Mr. Burnell asked about the attendance, and Mrs. Wolfe replied they hope to have 350. Mrs. Wolfe asked how many young people the Board would allow in the hall, and the Chairman replied he thought 350 would be safe. Mr. Cataldo said he agreed this is a good use of the hall but the Town has just spent a tremendous amount of money on the hall and at the last function, there was smoking in the main hall and cigarettes were ground on the floor. He said he would not want any smoking in Cary Hall, that is the main hall. Mrs. Wolfe said this could be controlled. Mr. Cataldo said the building, being what it is, presents a real problem, and the Town has spent a con- siderable amount of money on this building. Mrs. Wolfe suggested lining the walls with chairs to prevent foot marks. Mr. Cataldo asked if this was to be just one dance, Mrs. Wolfe replied if it is successful, the kids would like to repeat it. The Chairman said Mrs. Wolfe is requesting three police officers, but if the Acting Chief of Police feels there should be more, he suggested that she go along with it. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the use of the hall for a dance on Wednesday, February 23, 1966, from 8:00 P.M. , subject to a charge of $35.00, plus $3.46 per hour for custodian' s overtime services. Mr. Mabee abstained from voting. Mrs. Wolfe and the students left at 8:55 P.M. Mr. Legro also retired. Mr. John Byrne, Jr. , Plumbing and Gas Inspector, met with the Board, Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing, deliberating, or voting on matters which, if made public, Executive might adversely affect the public security, the financial Session interest of the Town , or the reputation of any person, Following discussion with Mr. Byrne pertaining to the position of Assistant Building Inspector, Discussion with the Conservation Commission and School Sites Committee, it was voted to resume the open meeting. co 562 tr ct Abb Chairman Parrish, Messrs . Gary, Carlson, Clarke, Kenney, Blaisdell and Mrs . Souza, of the Appropriation Committee, Messrs . Chapin and Longley of the Capital Expenditures Committee, met with the Board. The Chairman said on the Structure of Government Committee, when they were originally talking, they asked for SlQ00. He said if a committee is going to do a good job, it cannot be limited by cutting down the money. Mr. Parrish said he thought $1,000 for printing is a big bill. This committee has one expense, printings and the Appropriation Committee was thinking of something in the area of6 0 $ 0 or $700. The Chairman asked the Appropriation Committee to let the Board know how it maked out. The Chairman said on the salaries for the Town Clerk, Treasurer and Collector, the way it was left the collector Salaries was not getting an increase at all , and everyone else in Town was getting up to $290. He said he was asking the Committee to reconsider and settle for $8700. Mr. Parrish reported he talked to the Collector this afternoon and the committee voted this evening to leave the salary the same. The Chairman said at the last discussion $8700 was discussed. Mr. Mabee said the Board was looking for a compromise. Mr. Parrish said he would ask the committee to reconsider. The Chairman asked if the committee had $500 in the Recreation Budget for Senior Citizens, and Mr. Parrish re- plied in the affirmative. Mr. Cataldo presented drawings, pictures and reported in detail on the Town Barn Committeets progress and re- commendation for Town Meeting , in regard to proposed alter- ations and additions to the Town Public Works Building located at 201 Bedford Street. The Appropriation Committee retired at 11:45 P.M. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session, for the purpose of discussing, Executive deliberating or voting on matters, which, if made public, Session might adversely affect the public security, the financial interest of the Town, or the reputation of any person. Following further discussion relative to Assistant Building Inspector, it was voted to resume the open meeting. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 12;03 P.M. A true record, Attest; 'ecu ve Olerk4 Solectrn 543 SELECTMEN'S MEETING February 28, 1966 A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Selectmen' s Room, Town Office Building, on Monday, February 28, 1966, at 7:30 P.M. Chairman Cole, Messrs. Burnell, Cataldo, Sheldon and Mabee were present. Mr. Legro, Town Counsel, Mr. Gray, Executive Assistant , and Miss Murray, Executive Clerk, were also present. At the request of the Town Clerk, six jurors were drawn as follows: Allen F. Dickerman, 43 Freemont Street; Jurors Frank E. Rymes, 68 Outlook Drive; Samuel Altschuler, Jr., 27 Hathaway Road; Minot E. Sampson, 5 Milk Street; James F. Masyck, 38 Raed Street, and A. Damon Marshall, 103 Gleason Road. Hearing was declared open upon petition of the Boston Edison Company for permission to locate ten feet of conduit in Grant Street. Notices of the hearing were mailed to the peti- tioner, owners of the property as listed on the petitioner' s plan and also filed with the Superinten- dent of Public Works . Conduit Mr. Stickney, representing the petitioner, was location the only person present at the hearing. He explained the conduit is a short connection going from a pole on Grant Street into Saddle Club Road to serve a new de- velopment and it will be undergroud all the way. No one appeared in favor or in opposition and the hearing was declared closed. Hearing was declared open upon petition of the Boston Edison Company and the New England Telephone and Telegraph Company for permission to locate a hip guy Hip guy and anchor on Bedford Street. & anchor Notices of the hearing were mailed to the peti- tioners, owners of the property as listed on the petitioners' plan and also filed with the Superintendent of Public Works. Mr. Stickney, representing the Boston Edison Com- pany, was the only person present at the hearing. He explained there is a strain on the pole going into Davenport' s greenhouse. There is a line going across Bedford Street pulling on it and the proposal is to take off the strain. No one appeared in favor or in opposition and the hearing was declared closed. Hearing was declared open upon petition of the Boston Edison Company and the New England Telephone and Telegraph Company pertaining to a pole on Summer Street. Pole Notices of the hearing were mailed to the petitioners, location owners of the property as lilted on the petitioners ' plans and also filed with the Superintendent of Public Works. Mr. Stickney, representing the Boston Edison Company, was the only person present at the hearing. He explained this is an existing pole owned by the Edison Company to be made jointly owned by the telephone company. It will remain in the present location. No one appeared in favor or in opposition and the hearing was declared closed. Hearing was declared open upon petition of the Pole Boston Edison Company and the New England Telephone and location Telegraph Company pertaining to ten poles on Vine Street. Notices of the hearing were mailed to the petitioners, owners of the property as listed on the petitioners' plans and also filed with the Superintendent of Public Works. Mr. Stickney, representing the Boston Edison Company, was the only person present at the hearing. He explained these are existing poles owned by the Edison Company to be made jointly owned by the telephone company. They will re- main in the present locations. No one appeared in favor or in opposition and the hearing was declared closed. Mr. Gray informed the Board that Mr. Carroll was at a Planning Board meeting and had asked him to report that he has no objections to any of the proposed locations. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the following conduit, hip guy and anchor, and pole locations: (Quote) . Mr. Stickney retired. Mr. Gray submitted a demand for payment of an ambu- lance bill sent to John Barry, 22 Bow Street, for use of Ambulance the ambulance in 1965. He reported that the Veterans' bill Agent had requested the Board to consider an abatement abated as Mr. Barry is now hospitalized and receiving Veterans' Aid. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to abate ambulance bill ")I to John Barry in the amount of $10.00. The Chairman stated he felt it wise to have some- thing in the paper relative to the referendum on the police. He read a proposed statement to which the Board had no objection. Mr. Cataldo asked if the Chairman thought the Board should contact the League of Women Voters and request that this be mentioned on Candidates' night at all Precinct Meetings. Mr. Gray was requested to contact the League. r .A 565 Letters were received from Mr. Daniel F. Coughlin, 11 Wingate Road and Mrs. Coughlin alleging damage to a motor Vehicle registered to Mrs . Coughlin by a Town truck. Claim Mr. Legro reported receipt of a copy of Mr. Coughlin's letter and said he had asked for a report on it. Letter was received from James J. McDevitt , 36 Colony Road, alleging damage to a holly tree by the Town' s snow Claim blower. Mr. Legro reported receipt of a copy of the letter and said he had asked for a report on it . The Chairman read a letter from Franklyn J. Crosby advising he would like to withdraw his request to hold a non-partisan Torch Light Parade on March 6, 1966. Torch The Chairman said because no action has been taken, Light the Board would grant the request on the withdrawal. Parade A two-page letter was received from Charles Collazzo on the subject of sidewalks. A copy of the letter had been sent to each member of the Board and to the Super- intendent of Public Works. SidewalJ Mr. Cataldo suggested that the Board obtain an answer from Mr. Carroll. The Chairman sugge.:ted, and the Board agreed, that he answer Mr. Collazzo' s letter in conjunction with Mr. Carroll and Mr. Gray. The Chairman read a notice relative to a hearing scheduled for March Li., 1966 at the Selectmen' s Office at Algonquin 10:00 A.M. upon petition of the Algonquin Gas Trnasmission hearing Company for authority to take by eminent domain in the Town of Lexington certain easements or rights of ways necessary for the construction and operation of a lateral pipeline approximately 175 feet south of Concord Avenue. The Chairman mentioned that all members of the Board had received copies of correspondence received from the Planning Board and Board of Appeals by Mr. Donald Wilson with reference to a 2-family house proposed at 556 Massa- chusetts Avenue. Mr. Sheldon said, as the special subcommittee on this situation, Mr. Wilson is not unduly upset because he was Wilson, granted permission by the Board of Appeals and understands Board of how this happened. He said it was unfortunate that the Appeals Planning Board expressed itself in the letter and unfortu- nate that a copy of the letter sent to the Board of Appeals was sent to Mr. Wilson. He reported that Mr. Wilson does take exception to what was said at the end of the letter and he did also. He said he has also discussed th1b with Town Counsel who also thinks the language could be improved. Mr. Legro said he thought the meaning was different than what was expressed. 566 �`' Mr. Sheldon said he told Mr. Wilson he would bring this matter up and after Town Meeting he would like to discuss this with the Planning Board and see that steps are taken to change that zone down there to a 2-family zone because all but two houses are already in,a 2-family zone. This would permit Mr. Qilson to erect a structure and would legalize a structure. He said this is the recommendation from the Board of Appeals to the Planning Board. He said after Town Meeting the Board could talk to the Planning Board and see that it is agreeable. The Chairman said the Board woi:ld leave it up to Mr. Sheldon to bring this up after Town Meeting. The Chairman read a letter from the Battlegreen Chapter of Women' s American Ort in regard to the ob- servance of ORT Day, March 9. The organization requested that the Board change the name of a street to "ORT Street" ORT Day for a few days . Mr. Burnell said he did not think the Board had any authority to change the name of a street. Mr. Legro said it did not have any legal authority, but it might let these people change it on their own. He advised new streets are named by the Planning Board and Town Meeting changes the names of existing streets. The Chairman said in reply to the letter he would quote from the General By-Laws and point out that some towns may not have such a By-Law. The Chairman read a letter from IBM relative to IBM the electronic voting tabulation to be used in the Braintree election on March 7. He said anyone interested could go down and observe the tabulation. The Chairman read a letter form Alliston Bl Gifford requesting permission to erect a flagp7.e and fly a flag of the United States on his property at 38 Munroe Road. Flagpole It was agreed to advise Mr. Gifford that the Board has no objection providing the Building Inspector, Mr. Irwin, is satisfied that the pole Mr. Gifford proposes to erect conforms to the Building and Zoning By-Laws. Invitation was received from the Republican Town Committee to attend a reception on March 13, 1966 at the Invitation Winchester Town Hall from 4:00 P.M. until 5:30 P.M. for Governor and Mrs. John A. Volpe. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Minures to approve the minutes of the Selectmen' s Meeting held on February 21, 1966. At 8: 00 P.M. , Mr. Leon Burke, Guide Director, met with the Board. 567 He said he assumed, through Mr. Gray, the Board had received copies of his suggested annual program. The Chairman said there was nothing in the twelve points to which he would take exception . Mr. Burke said, on the invitation of Mr. York, he inspected the facilities for guides and he thought they would be ample. He suggested one or two chairs, settees or whatever is appropriate, plus some lockers where per- Guides sonal effects could be kept under lock and key. He sug- gested five lockers in the Guide Room. He explained they don' t have to be full lockers, but whatever would fit into the budget, etc. Mr. Cataldo asked if this would be when the guide is on duty. He said the locker would not be the guide' s. Mr. Burke said five would be ample and he did not visualize any problem. He said he would like to have the lecture somewhat set down and he thought this could be done without any problems. He said he was working with a very good set of questions that can be enlarged upon. During March he will be taking the guides out one by one and will listen to their talk. Mr. Sheldon asked if this would be written up so the guides could have a copy. He said it should be impressed upon the guides that there will be no need for any elaboration and if they don't want to tell the story the way it is written, as far as he was concerned, the license would be revoked. Mr. Burke said he had a meeting December 28 and the parents attended as well as the boys. He said the atmos- phere was excellent. Mr. Burke said Mr. Worthen and then Mr. Garrity did the testing and at the time, probably knew the guide' s family and background. He said he would like it left, for this year, to have Mr. Garrity continue with the testing. He said he values his experience and thought he should continue until such time as he would like to relinquish the responsibility, at which time he would be willing to take it over The Chairman said the Board suspended one guide for the balance of the year. lir, Sheldon said he; could see no reason for reappoint- ing him if he applied. Mr. 'ourke asked for the names of the individuals whose licenses had been suspended and the reason. He said he could compare this with the list of individuals who have shown an interest this year. The Chairman said he would be seeing Mr. Burke within twenty-four hours . Mr. Burke said he would be pleased to lay out sug- gested content for the display boards on the Common and submit it to the Board for its approval. He also sug- gested making up a permanent list of guides with their telephone numbers to be placed in a binder for the woman C.) 568 rt Diss. on duty at the Public Facilities Building so if a guide 11is not available and a tourist comes in, she will have the name and number of the guides to call. He said he would leave the examination the way it is with one or two other technicalities. The Chairman said the Board would leave this in Mr. Burke' s hands. Mr. Burke said eventually it may work out where they could have contemporary or colonial costumes such as are used at Williamsburg, that would be light weight enough for the summer and not too expensive. He said he would like the guides in some type of costume and he was thing- ing tentatively of $35.00 to $50.00 for seven or eight boys, per person. The Chairman suggested that the Appropriation Com- mittee might approve this in the Town Celebrations Com- mittee budget. Mr. Gray mentioned the use of trust funds . Mr. Mabee did not feet this type of expenditure could be correctly charged to the Town Celebrations Committee budget and Mr. Gray was requested to look in to the possibility of using a Trust Fund. Mr. Burke said he would get a drawing of the sug- gested type of costume. Mr. Mabee asked if the boys had trouble establishing themselves as official guides, and if people felt appre- hensive about talking to the guides . He asked if there was anything the Board could do to help Mr. Burke or the guides. Mr. Burke replied it is important to issue the badges. There always is this problem in approaching a potential tourist, and that is why he suggested a name plate. He said he thought the name plated would be the first step. He said the boys would like to charge what they feel is a true picture for the number of hours they spend on the tour. He said in general they run between $1.50 and $2.00 with a tip. Mr. Burnell said he thought the fee should be estab- lished. Mr. Burke said when the Board established the fee back in 1940, the boys told tourists the price was what- ever they felt was proper. He said very rarely were they paid under the established fee. Mr. Burnell said he did not think the guides should have a free hand to set their own price Mr. Burke said so far they have not been abusing it. Mr. Sheldon suggested that Mr. Burke submit a fee. Mr. Mabee asked if Concord guides came to Lexington. Mr. Burke replied in the affirmative, and said he thought something could definitely be worked out. He asked if anyone had mentioned to the Board that retired gentlemen sixty-five or over might be guides in Lexington. He said over a period of years it has been the policy to have young boys. 569 Mr. Burnell said he would have no objection. Mr. Burke mentioned the fact that in Gettysburg some of the older men have done an excellent job. He said he could see wl.th the volume of people coming to Lexington, this will be a very interesting way for older retired men. Mr. Sheldon saiddhe would like to assure Mr. Burke he has the unqualified backing of the Board and not to worry about decisions on minor tln.ings. Mr. Adams mentioned the guides selling postcards. Mr. York said there will be postcards and stamp machines in the Chamber of Commerce . Mr. Cataldo asked if the Chamber of Commerce was going to be permitted to sell things. Mr. York said tourists would be disappointed if they can' t get something to take home. Mr. Cataldo asked about the merchants. Mr. York said the Chamber of Commerce has more in mind a guide book with all the points of interest, this type of thing and not souveniers. Mr. Sheldon said the saled could be restricted to postcards and the guide book. Mr. Burke said he assumed postcards were out on the green and Mr. Burnell agffeed. Mr. Cataldo said if someone wants to send a guide to the store to buy cards, fine, but the guides should not sell them. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted not to permit the guides to sell postcards or souveniers on the Battlegreen. Mr. Mabee said he was not opposed to the guides going to Concord. The Chairman said this is something Mr. Burke could work out with the guides and with Concord. Mr. Burke said when he was a guide, he started all tours at the Munroe Tavern and as the boys mature, they start to paint a picture that entices the tourists to go further. Mr. Burke retired at 8:40 P.M. The Chairman read a letter from the Appropriation Committee listing the differences between the Committee and the Board of Selectmen in articles to be submitted to Town Meeting. The Chairman said he was willing to oppose the Committee on Town Meeting floor for the $150 for police- women. Mr. Sheldon said he thought Town Meeting should decide. The Chairman said, with reference to the Collector, his own feeling was that there are general increases this year and he would be in favor of $8700. Mr. Sheldon felt it was unfair to say to that particular Town employee that there will be no raise and he was in favor of the $300. 570cl Mr. Mabee said he would go along with the $135 for the policewomen and not oppose it at Town Meeting if the Appropriation Committee would go along with the $8400 and not opppse it. Mr. Gray said the Chief informed him he did not have a waiting list of policewomen . Mr. Cataldo said the Chief and the Acting Chief told the Committee they could see no reason to go to $150 and that $135 was agreeable to them. He said with all due respect to the Committee, if the Selectmen were told this by the Department heads,they would have done the same thing. Be asked if everyone was getting the same story. Mr. Cataldo said he felt there should be a definite differential between the salary of the Town Clerk-Treasurer and the Tax Collector. Mr. Sheldon said the committee agreed the figure should be $10,000 next year. Mr. Cataldo said the committee also agreed the Collector should go to $8700 or $88-- next year. Mr; Mabee said he would like to talk to the Appropri- ation Committee once again. Mr. Cataldo said he thought there should be a greater diffentntial between the two positions. The Chairman said he would ask the Appropriation Com- mittee to meet with the Board next Monday to go over these various items. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 8:55 P.M. A true record, Attest; / cyt-f er ,( Selec me, 1 571 SELECTMEN'S MEETING March 7, 1966 A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Selectmen' s Room, Town Office Building, on Monday, march 7, 1966, at 7:30 P.M. Chairman Cole, Messrs . Burnell, Cataldo , Sheldon and Mabee were pre- sent. Mr. Legro, Town Counsel, Mr. Gray, Executive Assistant, and Miss Murray, Executive Clerk, were also present. Letter from Mr. Frederick J. Conroy, Attorney for Ned S. and Genevieve M. Rasor, with reference to a sewer Rasor betterment assessment, 80 Marrett Road, Lexington , was assessment held over. Letter from Mrs . Isabelle M. Kitson, 847 Massachu- setts Avenue, reporting damagest o her car, estimated Kitson in the amount of $103.25, caused by driving over an un- Claim covered manhole cover, was held over. Bulletin was received from the Massachusetts Depart- ment of Commerce and Development with reference to Chapter 790, Acts of 1965, an Act to establish a bureau Chap. 790 of relocation in the department of commerce and develop- Acts 1965 ment and providing for relocation assistance to persons and organizations displaced by eminent domain. Mr. Legro said the Board may be concerned about this, but not at the moment. He said he thought the Board should read it. The Chairman said the bulletin would be on file for any member of the Board desiring to read it. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the petitions and sign the orders for the follow- ing pole, guy wire and anchor locations , Mr. Gray having Pole lo- reported that they were all approved by Mr. Carroll . cations Melrose Avenue, northeasterly side, southeasterly from a point approximately 69 feet Four (4) poles. Frost Road, northerly from a point approximately 20 feet north of East Street, -- Five (5) poles, guy wire and anchor on fourth pole. Letter received from Francis L. Barry, 36 Paul Revere Road, together with two water bills for the year 1965, objecting to paying more than the total cubic feet used I/ in the year. Barry The letter was held over until the next meeting of water bill the Board when the Superintendent of Public Works would be present. 572 C"2 Atow Letter from Mr. and Mrs. Ernest B. Johnson, 45 Grove Street, and Mrs. Helen B. Baker, 46 Grove Street, opposing Grove St. the installation of a sewer in Grove Street, was held over sewer until the next meeting of the Board, when the Superintendent of Public Works would be present. Letter from Reverend Ernest B. Johnson, Jr. , Braintree, requesting exemption from the sewer better- ment for the proposed installation on Grove Street, was Grove St. held over until the next meeting of the Board when the sewer Superintendent of Public Works would be present. Letter was received from Perkins Machinery Co. with reference to the Municipal Guaranteed Bid progran Guaranteed inaugurated by the company two and one half years ago. bid progra c The Chairman stated the letter was infomative and ✓✓ he thought it should be kept on file. Mr. Legro stated the Town had this on one prior bid, but did not use it. The Chairman read a letter from the Planning Board advising that by a unanimous vote the Planning Board recommends the laying out as a town way, and acceptance and construction of Middleby Roao, including two side- walks and a pavement of a width sufficient to safely and conveniently meet the demand of traffic. The Chairman read a letter from Mr. Barron advising that on February 11, 1966 the Town received $35,100.86 as its 2/3 share of the total allotment of $52,651.29 from Chapter 90 Chapter 679, Acts of 1965. He mentioned a previous vote of the Board that if the funds came in on time, they would be used to combine with his requested amount of $60,000 for Chapter 90 construction on Massachusetts Avenue under Article 22. The Chairman read the following memorandum in regard to the Public Facilities Building: Memorandum to Board of Selectmen February 24, 1966 Re: Public Facilities Building At a meeting on February 24, 1966 attended by Lee Tarbox representing the Chamber of Commerce, Paul Mazerall, Park Superintendent, and John J. Carroll, Superintendent of Public Works, it was agreed that the building would be open as follows: Public Opening day April 1, 1966 Facilities Summer Schedule - April 1st to October 31st 11Building Weekdays - 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays- 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sundays - 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Holidays - 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Winter Schedule - November 1st to March 31st Weekdays - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays- Not open Sundays - Not open Holidays - Not open Holiday Schedule Open Closed Patriots Day - April 19th Veteran' s Day- Nov. 11th Memorial Day - May 30th Thanksgiving Day Independence Day-July 4th Christman Day Labor Day New Year' s Day Columbus Day - Oct. 12th Washington' s Birthday It was agreed by all present that a strict policy should be adopted at the beginning to discourage teenagers from hanging around the building. It was also suggested that the Selectmen might want to have an opening day ceremony or an "open house" on a Sunday after- noon to introduce the building to the public. Very truly yours, John J. Carroll Supt. of Public Works & Town Engineer cc: Chamber of Commerce - Lie Tarbox Guy V. Colella Paul Mazerall It was agreed to hold Open House on April 3, 1966 and the Chairman asked Mr. Gray to so advise Mr. Carroll, Superintendent of Public Works . Mr. Sheldon said there were no provisions to keep the building open evenings during the summer. He said he did not know if there would be enough tourist busi- ness to warrant it, he was merely raising the question. Mr. -'eon Burke , Director of Guides, said he thought the five o' clock closing would be satisfactory. He said during the summer between six and dark, there are a number of people at the Green but they seemed to be commoded here in Town. He said people there at that time of night seem to be already established for lodging. He said at six at night or thereafter, is not a suitable time for guiding because it is after supper and these people are just out to get the air. Mr. Burnell asked when the historical buildings were open, and Mr. burke replied from nine in the morning until quarter to five. 574 Cr CI Mr. Burnell said, actually, the proposed schedule would be following the established schedule. Mr. Mabee inquired as to the ceremonies for the Open House on April 3. The Chairman said he thought an official opening would lend some dignity. Mr. Cataldo asked if the building would be ready by April 1. The Chairman said the Board could accept the pro- posed schedule on a tentative basis, and Mr. Gray would be the liaison between the Selectmen and the Chamber of Commerce to see that they will be in there and change the date from April 1 to April 3. Be said if it cannot be ready by then, Mr. Gray should so inform the Board. Mr. Burnell said the furniture and draped have been ordered. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the Memorandum to Board of Selectmen February / 214., 1966, submitted by Mr. John J. Carroll, Superintendent t/ of Publid Works, Mr. Gray to be the Board' s liaison between the Board of Selectmen and the Chamber of Commerce, the official Open House to be held on April 3, 1966 unless the Board is otherwise notified by Mr. Gray that the building will not be ready on that date. A statement was received from the Metropolitan District Commission indicating the amount of water sold to all municipalities and the revenue received for the same during the previous calendar year. The Chairman read a statement from .Franklyn J. Crosby proPesting to remarks made by the Chairman at the League of Women Voters on March 2, 1966. The Chairman read a letter from the Director of Civil Civil De- Defense suggesting the following appropriations for his fense 1966 budgets: budget Personal Services Expenses Amount Requested $10,312.00 $ 12,478.00 Suggested reduction 932.00 1,158.00 New amount $ 9,3d0.00 $ 11,320.00 Warrant was received from the County Commissioners Mdsx. San, assessing the Town $3,841.10, payable on or before April 1, Assessment 1966 as its share of the maintenance, operation and repair of the Middlesex County Sanitarium for the year 1966. The Chairman read a letter from Wallace Cupp stating that he, President of Local #1491, has been delegated to act as their bargaining agent for the uniformed members 11 of the Lexington Fire Department . He stated this is in regard to Chapter #114.9 of the General Laws enacted by the 5(5 ' legislature on November 17, 1965. The Chairman said the Board is getting into an area where it will have to make a decision as to who is going to do the bargaining. He said where there is a Board between the Selectmen and the employee of the Town, they should work with these Boards; where there is not, then they should work with the Selectmen. He sutgested that all the appointed Boards be invited to meet with the Selectmen and discuss this. He explained he was saying they should go through these Boards, but he was not in any way suggesting that these Boards be the bargaining agents. Mr. Gray reported that the Massachusetts Selectmen' s Association is preparing information to be used as a guide. Mr. Sheldon asked if the Board could wait until after Town Meeting for this joint meeting suggested by the Chairman. The Chairman said the law is now in effect, and asked Mr. 1'egro if he had any comment. Mr. Legro said he thought the Chairman was taking the right approach, and one factor to be considered is the bargaining agent the Board appoints must be in a position of authority. He said the Board could not appoint someone to be a go-between to bring back reports. He said he would have some comments on it for the Board. Mr. Sheldon said he would like to wait and hear from the Selectmen' s Association and unless there is some emergency, he thought the Board could wait three weeks. The Chairman said there has been no request for a meeting with the Board. He said in this instance, he can acknowledge receipt of the letter and send a copy to the Board of Fire Commissioners. Mr. Legro advised that the Selectmen have a reasonable amount of time to come to a decision. The Chairman read a letter from Reed Kingston Taylor, expressing interest in serving on any board connected with schools and school problems. The Chairman said he would acknowledge receijap of the letter and send a copy to the School Committee. Letter was received from Arthur A . O ' Shea, Executive Secretary, Board of Selectmen in Brookline, with reference Under- to the program for placing underground all overhead public ground utility lines. Public The Chairman said there are bills in the legislature utilities now, but he has not read them. He said he thought the Board was sympathetic to the underground program, but it also knew it would cost the Town money. He agreed to acknowledge the letter. Letter, together with schedules, was received from the Group Insurance Commission, relative to the Elderly Insurance Governmental Retiree Hospital-Surgical-Medical Insurance Costs - Cherry Sheet Estimates. 576 CT Oak Mr. Gray assured the Board sufficient funds have been provided in the 1966 budget. The Chairman read a letter from Donald K. Irwin, Building Building Inspector, listing the duties performed as Insp. Administrative Head of the Department and as Building duties Inspector. Invitation eas received from the Town Celebrations Committee to participate in the early morning Patriot's April 19 Day parade, starting at 7:00 A.M. at the Adams School, and ending with exercises on the Green at approximately 8:00 A.M. It was agreed that the Board would accept the invitation. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant permission to the League of Women Voters to Use of conduct an open meeting in Estabrook Hall, March 9, 1966 hall from 9:15 A.M. until 12;00 noon, free of charge. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant permission to the Senior Citizens to conduct Use of a club meeting in the Conference Room, Cary Memorial hall Building, on March 15, 1966, from 1: 30 P.M until 3:30 P.M. , free of charge. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant permission to the Lexington Youth Baseball to Use of conduct a meeting in Estabroo4 Hall on March 18, 1966, hall from 8:00 P.M. until 11:00 P.M. , free of charge. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant permission to the Lexington Council of Churches Use of Youth Department to conduct a Hootenanny (folk songfest) hall in Cary Memorial Hall on April 17, 1966 , form 8: 00 P.M. until 11:00 P .M. subject to a charge of $35.00 Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant a Taxi Driver License to Edmund D. Aronson, License 100 Hancock Street, satisfactory character reference haviry been received from the Acting Chief of Police. Upon motion duly made and secondee, it was voted to approve the minutes of the Selectmen ' s Meeting held on Minutes February 28, 1966. Letter was received from Charles T. Abbott resign- ing from the School Sites Committee, effective April 1, Resignation 1966. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to accept the resignation. 517 The Chairman stated there is a vacancy on the Town Celebrations Committee as a result of Mr. 'ealy' s resig- nation, and he suggested appointment of the present Appointment Veterans' Agent Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to appoint Mr. Bernard J. Belcastro, Jr. , to the Town Celebrations Committee for an unexpirea term ending April 30, 1968. Mr. Sheldon reported he had bQen approached by the manager of Carroll Cut Rate store who proposes to have a younster dressed in an Easter Bunny costume who will give out lollipops in front of the store. He said this is a matter for the Board of Selectmen to decide and not Easter for the Board of Appeals. Bunny No one on the Board had any objection, and the Chair- man suggested that where the Board did not receive a request in writing, a verbal answer would be sufficient. He said he would also notify the Police Department. Mr. Burnell said when the Selectmen visited the Information Building as a Board, it was suggested that the basement be painted, and he asked if this could be done by Public Faa- Town employees and have this area available for the open- ilities ing April third. Building Mr. Cataldo said he could see no reason why it could not be done. The Chairman asked Mr. Gray to follow through on this with Mr. Carroll. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing, deliberating or voting on matters which, if made public, Executive might adversely affect the public security, the financial Session interest of the Town , or the reputation of any person. Following discussion with Mr. Willard P. Grush, Chairman of the Board of Assessors, a report from Mr. Mabee relative to t'aul Lloyd' s land, Cummings' case and a letter from Norman J. Richards with reference to Article 65 in the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting, it was voted to resume the open meeting. Chairman Parrish, Messrs . Gary, Noyes, Blaisdell, Carlson, Zehner, Clarke, Kenney and Mrs. Souza of the Appropriation Committee, met with the Board. The Chairman said he understood there are still Civil some differences between the recommendations of the two Defense Boards . He reported receipt of a letter from the budget Director of Civil Defense suggesting $9,380 for Personal Services, and $11,320.00 for Expenses. He said this would give the Committee the figure it wanted. The Chairman referred to the item for Police Women 578 atb. and said he asked Chief Corr to be present because he did not want any misunderstanding. he said he under- stood the Chief agrees with the Board of Selectmen relative to an increase in the amount. Chief Corr said the proposed increase was definitely included in the original budget . The Chairman said the amount was put in the budget at his suggestion. Mr. Cataldo said if article four is definitely to be opened up, would this be one of the items. Mr. Clarke suggested that the Appropriation Co,- mittee discuss this item among its members. Mr. Zenner asked what problems there are in re- cruiting policewomen, and Chief Corr replied there is no list and no one waiting, and there have been a couple of resignations. He reported that Elizabeth Rycroft who has been a policewoman for ton or fifteen years is going to work for a dentist . He said these girls have to be in uniform all day and it amounts to a full-time position because they cannot go anywhere. Mr. Blaisdell said he thought it was the intention of the Town to pay a fair salary and asked if the Chief would expect a great many applications if the salary was $175 or if everyone would resign if it were $90 or $100. He asked if dollars was the big factor. Chief Corr replied he thought it was . Mr. Blaisdell asked what the effect would be if the amount was only $125. Chief Corr replied he thought there would be more resignations. Chief Corr said he thought $150 was fair as the girls have not had an increase in over five years . Chief Corr retired at 9:00 P.M. Mr. Parrish said the committee has stayed with $8400 for the Collector and stated this was not the Selectmen' s Article and not the Committee ' s article. The Chairman said he thought the figure should be $8700 and polled the Board. Mr. Cataldo said he felt it should be $8700 but Budgets he thought there should be a distinct difference between the Collector and Treasurer. He said he did not think $300 is a meaningful difference. The Chairman said the Board is thinking of next year when the Treasurer and Clerk would be more efficient and should be approaching the salary of the gentleman who had the position prior to her, at which time a difference will exist. Mr. Parrish asked what the Collector' s job was worth and said at some point the job becomes wotsth a certain amcunt and the Committee feels this job is certainly not worth $8700. He said sometimes a Collector and Clerk are the same individual and get more than this. 579 Mr. Noyes said with no job schedule these people cannot go on year after year and get an increase. Mr. Gary asked what figures would be used in the motion. The Chairman said the Committee put out its book with the figures it recommends and the motion will be those approved by the Selectmen . Mr. Parrish said not in this article . Mr. Gary suggested, to avoid the unfortunate thing of Mrs. Rich having to get up on Town Meeting floor, to use the figure the Appropriation Committee recommends and then let the Selectmen offer an amendment. Mr. Noyes said this is a motion that could be offered by any Town Meeting Member. Mr. Noyes asked why this could not be held over in view of the fact there is going to be a Personnel Board. Mr. Zehner said normally they look for a margin between the two, and the committee was thinking $600. As soon as the Town Clerk and Treasurer was fixed $9,000, then the $8,700 seemed out of line. Mr. Noyes said it makes more sense to leave this to the Personnel Board to resolve. The Chairman asked if the Board was agreeable to letting the figures of ohe Appropriation Committee be used in the motion with the understanding that others will feel free to amend this motion. The Board agreed. Mr. Parrish said the committee was not very will in- formed relative to Laconia Street. The Chairman said later in the evening this would be discussed again and he hoped to have a figure that can be used. Mr. Gray asked if this could be held over for a June meeting. The Chairman said the way the building law is now, there is nothing to stop this man from going ahead with what he intends to do . He said immediately after this meeting with the Appropriation Committee the Board was going into Executive Session to discuss some financial matters of the Town. Mr. rarrish said the committee is opposed to Article 52, beautification of Lexington Center . The committee is opposed to articles 84 and 87, Worthen Road and Massachu- setts Avenue; recommending indefinite postponement to the article in East Lexington-Winchester line; in favor of the West farm; voted to oppose Article 40; voted against the Hanington playground and reduced the Road Machinery. The item for Structure of Town Government �ommitt€e was reduced to $400 by both the Selectmen and the Appropriation Committee. The Appropriation Committee retired at 10:15 P.M. 80 c2 Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing, Executive deliberating or voting on matters which, if made public, Session might adversely affect the public security, the financial interest of the Town, or the reputation of any person. Following discussion of several legal matters with Town Counsel, it was voted to resume the open meeting. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 11:00 P.M. A true record, Attest: "Exec ve lerSelector 5S_1. SELECTMEN'S MEETING March 14, 1966 A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Selectmen ' s Room, Town Office Building, on Monday, March 14, 1966, at 7:40 P.M. Messrs. Cole, Burnell, Cataldo, Sheldon, and Mabee were present. Mr. Gray, Executive Assistant, Mr. Carroll, Superintendent of Public Works, and Miss Murray, Executive Clerk, were also present . The meeting was called to order by the Executive Clerk, who stated that nominations were in order for nomination of Chairman. Upon mot on duly made and seconded, Mr. Lincoln Organization P. Cole, Jr. , was nominated for tahairman. Upon motion duly made and seconded, nominations were declared closed. Motion was duly made and seconded to elect Mr. Lincoln P. Cole, Jr. , Chairman , and the Clerk cast one ballot for Mr. Lincoln P. Cole , Jr. , Chairman of the Board of Selectmen for the ensuing year. At the request of the Town Clerk, two jurors were drawn for jury duty. Those drawn were Klaus H. Jurors Schaeffer, 58 Forest Street, and Joseph J. Marrone, 60 Cary Avenue. Mr. Gray mentioned letter, received from Leon A. Burke, Jr. , Guide Director, requesting reappointment Guides of Guides for the 1966 season. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to appoint the following Guides for terms ending April 1, 1967: William G. Nowlin, Jr. , 29 Maple Street; Robert Cherney, 252 Lincoln Street; John Graham, Jr. , 47 Bedford Street; John Corbett, 26 Bedford Street; Maribeth Leonardo, 27 Cottage Street; Ted Cody, 8 North Street and Stephen Choate, 10 Childs Road. Mr. Gray reported a conversation he had with Chief James F. Corr relative to the New England Police-Community Relations Institute to be held at the Newton College of The Sacred Heart in Newton from Sunday, April 24, 1966, Police through Tuesday, April 26, 1966. Community Mr. Gray was asked to investigate further and find Relations out what benefit such an institute would be to the Town Institute and Police Department. . 582 �, Mr. Carroll referred to Article 22 of the warrant for the AnnualTown kseting Chapter 90 construction, and Chapter 90 said he thought the Board would want to increase the Approp. amount to $95,100.82. This is due to the fact an addi- tional $17,000 will be received from the State. The Chairman asked Mr. Carroll to explain the amounts to the Appropriation Committee. Mr. Carroll said he has discussed this with Town Counsel. Mr. Carroll referred to the Snow Removal item in Snow Article 4 and reported he has already spent $79,000 Removal this year. The Appropriation Committee recommended, in its report, ancappropriation of $80,000. He said he thought an extra $20,000 should be carried and the total appropriation should be $100,000. The Board agreed and asked Mr. Carroll to speak to the Appropriation Committee. Mr. Carroll said he had been notified by Mr. Burrell, Director of Civil Defense, that there is a 3/Lb yard backhoe that can be acquired for $125.00. It is a 1954 machine in good condition and he recommended that the Backhoe Board purchase it. He explained it is not something he needs, but something the department can use. He said he would put the machine up at the dump and excavate peat, and use it to cover the dump and get grass to grow. He said he has $7,000 to repair the Erie shovel and perhaps he could spend $1,000 on this used machine anu have a better shovel. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize Mr. Carroll to purchase the 1954 3/4 yard backhoe for $125. Mr. Carroll referred to a pay telephone at the Public Facilities Building and reported the telephone company wants to do what they did with the telephone in Public Fac. Cary Building. They will make it a semi-public tele- Building phone. This means the Town pays for the installation telephone charge and guarantees them a monthly payment of $10.50. If the telephone is making money for the company, it will give the Town a commission and install a public telephone. Mr. Sheldon said he thought a telephone was very necessary wn that building and the Board agreed. Mr. Burnell said the Board should give some thought where the telephone is to be located. The Chairman said this is something Mr Carroll could work out with Mr. York. Mr. Cataldo said the telephone should not be out front. I 58 Mr. Carroll said also, in regard to the Public Facilities Building, the committee has set aside $200 for the purchase of some bricks for a walk. He said Public Fac. it is his intention to build a brick walk from the Building building to Meriam Street with his own forces . sidewalk )lr. Carroll referred to the brook at Tophet swamp and said he was going to have a hearing on it, but did not have time to get the notice in the paper. In talking to Mr. Legro, he agreed there is no need for the Board to hold a hearing when it is relocation Brook re- of a brook and the Hatch Act does not apply. He said location as far an Mr. Legro is concerned, the Town can locate a brook if it wants to, having the legal right to do so. The Chairman asked if there was an Act that covers this, and Mr. Carroll replied the Town is covered by a special drainage Act and this is on Town property. The Chairman said the Conservation Commission might take issue on this. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize Mr. Carroll to proceed with the relocation of a brook on the north side of the Boston and Maine Railroad in Tophet Swamp. Mr. F. William Smith, 59 Forest Street, met with the Board. The Chairman stated Mr. Smith had been recommended to the Board for t he position of Assessor and did come Assessor highly recommended. He said at the present time, Mr. Smith was employed by Niles Co. , Inc. Mr. Smith said he was Assistant Vice President and Manager of the Cambridge branch office. This is a Boston ompany with two or three branch offices. The business is real estate. It is a management company and does consulting and appraising work and other related fields to real estate. The Chairman asked how much management they have in Lexington, and Mr. Smith replied only the Battle Green apartments. He said Mr. Grush did not feel this would involve a conflict. Mr. Smith said he was newt o the Town and lived here fifteen months. Mr. Cataldo asked about his appraisal work, and Mr. Smith stated at times he may spend weeks and other times he may not be at it for two or three weeks. He said appraising comes into the office as a matter of course. The only two people appraising are Mr. Niles and himself. It involves all fields, commercial, residential. Mr. Mabee asked if there was an area served by the Cambridge Office. IIMr. Smith said the Cambridge office handles every- thing west of Boston and most of the company holdings are in Cambridge itself, 90% of it is in the City of Cambridge. GJ 584 Mr. Sheldon said he assumed Mr. Smith had some idea of the amount of time he had to give the Town. Mr. Smith said he did discuss that with Mr. Grush. Mr. Sheldon asked if he felt he could fit this in his schedule. Mr. Smith replied he honestly believed he could and if he can' t , he would have to be honest and say so. Mr. Mabee asked if he were a Selectman in some town, and Mr. Smith replied Walpole. Mr. Mabee asked if he had something to do with a newspaper, and Mr. Smith replied he had a short time at that work, Mr. Gataldo asked how long he had been associated with Niles, and Mr. Smith replied four and a half years. Mr. Smith said he did not seek this appointment. Mr. Grush discussed this with him and he has never walked away from a position of responsibility and if Mr. Grush thought he could do it and there was no conflict, he would be happy to take it. Mr. Smith retired at 8:17 P.M. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to appoint Mr. F. William Smith, 59 Forest Street, to the Board of Assessors for an unexpired term ending January 1, 1967. Mr. Anthony Sperduto met with the Board, said he had a petition and would like to ask the Board to consider it and give its endorsement in carrying out the citizens' committee program. The Chairman said the People-toPeople Program is one whereby one city in this country adopts a city in another country as a sister city. It has been proposed by the committee that the Board adopt the town of Dolores Hidalgo in Mexico. He said his just lends the prestige of the office of Selectmen tothe program. He explained it is necessary to have a letter from their Mayor, or equivalent position, to the corresponding position in that city. Mr. Sperduto said the committee is asking the Board to endorse this program which should be followed by a resolution by the Selectmen which the committee is preparing showing its endorsement of the program. He stated there is no responsibility on the Town or the officials but it is required that the Board of Selectmen endorse it in order to make it official. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to endorse the proposed program, submitted by the People-to People Program Committee adopting the Town of Dolores Hidalgo, Mexico, as a sister Town. Mrs . A. R. Doherty, 41 Meriam Street, three teenage of e boys and a girl met with the Board, relative to the use Cary Hall on March 10, 1966, for a dance. 85 The Chairman said he understood the group wanted to have a repeat of the program they had two weeks ago and they wanted the dance March 19 from e: 00 P .M. unti 11:30 P.M. , charging admission by invitation only. Mrs . Doherty said it was just the high school. Use of The Chairman asked how many police they had at the hall last dance, and Mrs . Doherty replied four. She said she would not be sponsoring this had she not highly approved. There will be chaperones to cover all the doors. The Chairman asked how this dance on March 19 would affect the Town Meeting. Mr. Carroll said there is always the problem of whether the hall should be cleaned up Sunday or Monday and it seemed to him sensible to clean it up on Sunday, although it could be done on Monday. The Chairman asked why the group wanted to use Cary Hall with so many schools in Town and one of the boys replied the schools insist that the boys wear ties. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the use of the hall, subject to a fee of $35.00 plus 3 .65 per hour for custodians' overtime services andP olice to be assigned by Chief Corr . Mr. Gordon Steele, Chairman of the School 'bites Com- mittee met with the Board. II He explained the committee asked him to check with School oard on the Holt property. The question came up site mainly would the Selectmen expect possibly to build a driveway down to the proper location of the school or continue Highland Avenue down to that point. He said he supposed this had to do with the acquisition of the Holt land in relation to betterments, etc. He stated no price has been agreed on as to what Mr. Holt will be paid. There was some talk about the extension of Highland Avenue t hat would make two lots available to him. The thought has since been expressed the Board might prefer just a driveway to the school property. He said he did not know how to answer this now and the Com.aittee thought he should mention it. Mr. Sheldon said that is not a condition of negotiation at the moment and Mr. Steele said he would say not. Mr. Sheldon said this question does not have to be answered as far as Town Meeting action is concerned. He said, speaking for himself, he would not like to see that made a condition of the negotiations. Mr. Steele said his personal feelings are that this is something that could be negotiated at the time the land is acquired. The Chairman asked if Mr. Steele was going to carry this at Town Meeting, and he replied in the affirmative. The Chairman asked if everything else was in order on this. Cr 2. Mr. Steele said everything else is in order. Judge Cotton will not oppose, but has not decided what he thought his land was worth. Ashley does not think the committee' s figure is enough. She would not oppose the sale if the right price comes up. Mr. Gray reported he talked to Mrs. Morey and Mr. Abbott about this and they both agreed the cost of better- ments was far too high to made any agreement . Mr. Steele said the committee felt the Board could be acquainted. Mr. Mabee asked if this was exactly the same land the committee had in the original motion. Mr. Steele replied in the negative, and submitted a plan stating it is essentially the same with a slight variation of the line. The acreage remains the same. The Chairman asked when Mr. Steele would have an amount of money to put in the motion. Mr. Steele replied as it is now the committee is saying $70,000. Based on the appraisal the committee believes it should not cost more than that and hopes it will be less. Mr. Cataldo said the last time the committee met with the Board nothing was resolved. He read in the report that the Selectmen had recommended the $70,000. He said he did not think this was true at all. Mr. Steele said this was written while he- was away and the word "Selectmen" should be taken out. Mr. Cataldo said the Board has no proposition under consideration as far as it is concerned; it has nothing. Mr. Steele said he would call the committee and see why that sentence is in there. Mr. Cataldo said the Board did not, at any time , dis- cuss what it was going to do . He said he did not think ent there was sufficient information to make an intelligent decision, but he did agree the Town should acquire the land. Mr. Sheldon asked how many sites the committee now has. Mr. Steele replied the committee is asking for dismissal possibility this site. There is a p y that the School Com- mittee thinks it shouldg et one more site . The committee has Laconia and Woburn, Meagherville, Tarbell Avenue, Vine Brook ji Road. a also mentioned the Swenson Farm and Woburn Street and Webb Street. Mr. Cataldo asked what the acreage requirement is for an elementary school, and Mr. Steele replied normally eighteen or nineteen acres. Mr. Cataldo asked how Vine Brook Road would conform. Mr. Steele replied this was acquired some previous time and the State will, under certain conditions, accept less. Mr. Mabee asked how large that site is, and Mr. Gray replied about eleven acres . Mr. Steele said the committee thought if it asked to be dismissed as a committee, a land-use committee would take care of another site if it is necessary. He explained the figure of $70,000 is based on the committee' s conver- 587 sation with the three owners and it is a reasonable figure. Mr. Cataldo said this is fair as their asking price. Mr. Steele said asking and what the committee believes they will take. It is a little higher than the committee thought it should pay. Mr. Cataldo said there is no frontage on any street and he personally could not see that amount of money. Mr. Steele said he thought there would be no problem in getting fair and reasonable cooperation on the part of the three owners. Mr. Cataldo adked why the committee was taking so much of the low land of Ashley and leaving so much of the good land of Cbtton. Mr. Steele said the closer they get to Marreit Road, the more they will have to pay for the Cotton land; the greater the damages will b e . Mr. Mabee asked if the Committee was unanimous, and Mr. Steele replied in the affirmative. Mr. Steele said the committee thinks it would be unwise to use a figure of $60,000 and then find it had to pay $70,000. He said based on their conversation, they feel $70,000 is a fair figure. Mr. Steele retired at 8:45 P.M. Letters from Mrs. Helen B. Baker, 46 Grove Street, Mr. & Mrs. Ernest B. Johnson, 45 Grove Street, and Rev. Ernest B. Johnson, Jr. , Braintree, with reference to the proposed sewer in Grove Street, were held over from the last meeting of the Board. Grove St. Mr. Carroll submitted plans and indicated the pro- sewer posed location and also pointed out the land owned by Rev. Ernest B. Johnson. He stated the two parcels on the east side should definitely not be sewered. He recommended that Mr. Johnson be advised the Board is going to assess a betterment on his property and after the betterment has been assessed, if Mr. Johnson can prove his land cannot be sewered, the Board will consider abating the betterment. With reference to Mrs. Baker and Mr. Ernest B. Johnson, Mr. Carroll explained these people feel they do not need the sewer. He recommended that these people be advised the sewer is going to be installed, that the lot upon which the house is located will be assessed as well as the other lot, but if Mr. Johnson would make a request for deferment on this lot, the Board would consider it. Letter from Mr. Francis L. Barry, 36 Paul Revere Road, relative to an overcharge of seventy cents in his water Barry bill, was held over. water bill Mr. Carroll agreed to draft a reply for the Chairman' s signature. Letter was received from George A. Lawrence, Executive Secretary, Labor Relations Commission, in regard to MCR-36- Cr Town of Lexington and International Association of Firefighters Local 1491. The commission will hold a hearing on Wednesday, March 23, 1966, at 10:00 A.M. , at the offices of the Commission located at 20 Somerset Street, Room 206, Boston. The Chairman read a letter from the Fire Commissioners advising that Private Angus McIver has been returned to Fireman limited duty and if after a trial basis, he has no further complications , he will be returned to full duty. Notice was received from the Middlesex County Select- men' s Association relative to Ladies Night, March 23, 1966, Selectmen ' s at Framingham Motor Inn. Association It is expected that the Monday night session of Town Meeting Meeting will be adjourned to Wednesday which precludes any member of the Board from attending the Selectmen' s Associ- ation meeting. The Chairman read a letter from Barbara McSorely, State Bird Chairman of the Garden Club Federation of Massachusetts, Bird relative to a proclamation proclaiming the Town to be a Sanctuary Municipal Bird Santuary. The Chairman said he would discuss this subject with Mrs. McSorely. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant permission to the Senior Wing Girl Scout Troop to use a conference room, Cary Memorial Building, every Thursday evening from March 17, 1966 through April 21 or 28, for the purpose of conducting safe boating courses . No charge will be made for the use of the room, but there will be a fee for custodian's overtime services. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant a Taxi Driver license to Paul M. Ferry, 360 Marrett License Road, satisfactory character references having been re- ceived from the Chief of Police. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Meetings to hold the Selectmen' s Meetings at 7:00 P.M. on Monday, March 21 and Monday, March 28. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to make the following annual appointments for terms ex- piring March 31, 1967, unless otherwise noted. Building Inspector Donald K. Irwin Director of Civil Defense Arthur E. Burrell Director, Veterans' Benefits & Services Bernard J. Belcastro, Jr. Executive Assistant, Selectmen Albert Gray, Jr. Executive Clerk, Selectmen Hazel J. Murray Fence Viewers Rev. Harold T. Handley John J. Garrity 589 I Field Drivers James F. Corr Carl A. Carlson Insect Pest Control Paul E. Mazerall Lockup Keeper James F. Corr Measurer of Bark and Wood Harold I. Wellington Park Department, Superintendent Paul E. Mazerall Public Works, Superintendent John J. Carroll Public Works, Assistant Superintendent Guy V. Colella Registrar of Voters (3-year term) Raymond E. Lewis Sealer of Weights & Measures Ralph E; Chadwick Town Counsel Donald E. negro Town Engineer John J. Carroll Town Engineer, Assistant Robert L. Higgins Tree Warden Paul E. Mazerall Veterans' Graves Officer Bernard J. Beloastro, Jr. Board of Appeals (5++year term) Charles T. Abbott Board of Appeals, Associate Members ---- Ruth Morey Howard J. Dawes Munroe H. Hamilton Robert Farwell Board of Public Welfare Howard H. Dawes Robert K. Taylor Robert P. Trask, Jr. David F. Toomey II Old Age Assistance Martin A. GilmanHoward H. Dawes Robert K. Taylor Robert P. Trask, Jr. David F. Toomey Martin A. Gilman Conservation Commission (3-year term) --- Stephen F. Ells John J. Garrity The Chairman stated, in the absence of any positive statement in writing from Mr. John B. Byrne, Plumbing Inspector, another letter should be written. It was Plumbing agreed to write Mr. Byrne stating that in not hearing in Inspector the affirmative, the Board must assume the negative unless otherwise advised by Friday, March 18, 1966. At 9:30 P.M. , Mr. Joseph Campbell, Chairman of the Planning Board, met with the Selectmen , and submitted a report of the Planning Board on Article 65 in the warrant for the Annual Town Meeting. He stated the Board, by a voce of three to two, supports this article. He said the basic argument is, there is adequate land zoned. The Chairman read the majority report of the Planning Board and he also read the minority report of the Board. Mr. Campbell retired at 10:00 P.M. IIChairman Sussman , Messrs . ells, Smith, Ripley and Garrity, of the Conservation Commission, met with the Board. co 500 Cr Mma The Chairman said what the Commission is interested in is the Board' s backing of the Commission' s articles. He said as usual, at his time of the year, the Board is at the point of getting information. He asked if there was any part of the discussion the Commission wanted in Execu- tive Session, and Mr. Sussman replied in the affirmative. The Chairman asked if there was any part that could be in open meeting. Mr. Sussman said the parts in open meeting will be presented Wednesday night. The Chairman said the Board would wait until Wednesday night to see those that are routine . Mr. Carroll retired at 10:05 P.M. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing, deliberating or voting on matters which, if made public, Executive might adversely affect the public security, the financial Session interest of the Town, or the reputation of any person. Following discussion with the Conservation Commission relative to conservation articles, it was voted to resume the open meeting. Chairman Fitzgerald, Messrs Robbins and Bailey, of the Board of Fire Commissioners, met with the Selectmen. The Chairman asked the Commissioners for the total amount of money requested under Article 40. Mr. Fitzgerald replied $36,000. The Chairman stated that the Appropriation Committee Fire Comm. at this time is completely negative. It is approving re Art. 40 $37,000 on the communications. He s id, as he understood it , the Commissioners are opposed to doing this in steps. Mr. Bailey said this is the kind of thing that is very easy to do in one fell swoop, and the Commissioners are very much in favor of doing it all at one fell swoop. Mr. Sheldon asked why they couldn't separate this $18,000, $18,000 or $19,000. Mr. Bailey said it could bedone this way but would cost more in the long run. Mr. Sheldon said the final $19,000 would be structural changes, shifting the rooms aroung. Mr. Bailey said if anything is spread over a three-year span, one has to look for an increase, and the Commissioners' preference is to do it all at once. The Chairman asked if the Fire Commissioners were going to carry this article, and Mr. Bailey replied in tbi*. affirmative. The Chairman asked if this was in the capital expendi- tures, and Mr. Fitzgerald replied in the affirmative. Mr. Cataldo asked if it would make any sense to wait Fire Dept. until next year and do it all at once article Mr. Fitzgerald replied they have waited a year and there is a battery situation up there that the Commissioners cannot prolong much longer . 50 Mr. Mabee said he would be in favor of $18,000 and $18,000. Mr. Cataldo said if the Appropriation Committee knew this, it would support the two-year project. The Chairman said if the Selectmen and Fire Commissioners could come to a meeting of the minds here on the $18,000 or $19,000, the Commissioners could go to the Appropriation Committee and explain the battery situation. He said it is $18,000 this year and $18,000 next year, or $19,000, depend- ing on possible increase in price. Mr. Cataldo asked if it could be finished next year, and Mr. Fitzgerald replied in the affirmative. The Selectmen and Fire Commissioners agreed on $18,000 and $18,000; the Commissioners to explain the subject to the Appropriation Committee. The Fire Commissioners retired at 10:35 P.M. Mr. George Kolovson and Mr. Arthur Bryson met with the Board. The Chairman said the Board now comes to the beauti- fication of Lexington Center and stated the Selectmen have not taken a stand as yet. He said he had looked at the information Mr. Kolovson put out, and he thought many members of the Board are in favor of the project. Some members would like a more definiteve idea of just exactly what is Beautifi- going in. He asked if it was not possible to have this cation of presentation at Town Meeting so everyone will know exactly Lex. Cantor what they are getting. Mr. Kolovson said the Chairman was asking them to fulfill one on the items included in the $60,000. Mr. Cataldo replied some specifications for landscaping. Mr. Bryson stated part of the $60,000 is going to be for the architect ' s plan . The Chairman asked if the Board of Selectmen was going to have to decide where the sidewalks and shrubs are going. Mr. Kolovson replied a plan has to be approved by either the Selectmen or the Planning Board. Mr. Bryson said he thrught keplan would be laid out by the landscape architect and brought in for approval. Mr. Cataldo said this is so vague that he thought the Town Meeting had a right to see what they are spending money on. He said his feeling is that people should know what is going to be there, and there should be no question in anyone' s mind. The Chairman said the Board of Selectmen is unani- mously in favor of the beautification of Lexington Center, but some members are questioning the details. Mr. Kolovson said the Board does not want people to come back and say this is not what they t hought the Center was goLng to look like. Mr. Bryson said this is what he intended to mention. The picture is a preliminary presentation. X92 a The Chairman said the Planning Board was going to state there will be so many trees, so many benches. Mr. Bryson said he did not think he wanted t o say so many benches Mr. Cataldo said when the detail plan does come up, it will not look like the idea people have now. The Chairman said it should be presented as the total of what is planned but at this time, the Board can' t tell them exactly where the trees, benches and shrubs will go: This will be done by a landscape architect whose renditions will be subject to the approval of the Board of Selectmen. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the proposal. Mr. Bryson and Mr. Kolovson retired at 11:05 P.M. The Chairman said he had a letter from Frank J. Ordile, 21 Woburn Street, requesting permission to farm the Swenson Farm. Mr. Cataldo pointed out the Board does not have authority Swenson to lease the land and it would have to be rented on a yearly land for basis. He said for $100 rental he questioned the advis- farming ability because of possible liability of the Town. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was votud to deny Mr. Ordile' s request to rent the land acquired by the Town from Mr. Anthony Cataldo. Upon motion duly made and seccnded, it was voted to support Article 65, a proposed amendment to the Zoning By-Law Section 4, (h) 0-3-Special Commercial Districts. Mr. Mabee abstained from voting. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to support Articles 63 and 64, proposed amendments to the Zoning By-Law R 1-One Family Dwelling Districts to a C-3 Special Commercial District. Mr. Mabee abstained from voting. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it w a voted to adjourn at 11:30 P.M. A true record, Attest: vs / ve �%lerk, Sel®ctmery� � U I 1 SELECTMEN'S MEETING lit March 19, 1966 A special meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Selectmen' s Room, Town Office Building, on Saturday morning, March 19, 1966, at 9:00 A.M. Chairman Cole, Messrs. Burnell, Cataldo, Sheldon and Mabee were present. Mr. Gray, Executive Assistant, Mr. Carroll, Superintendent of Public Works, and Miss Murray, Executive Clerk, were also present. The following persons were also present Chairman Campbell, Messrs. Greeley , Fowle, and Mrs. Riffin, of the Planning Board. Messrs. Brown , Trani, Tarbox, Scheublin, Burke, Michelson, Kolovson, Herr, King. The Chairman stated there is a problem on the article relative to beautification of Lexington Center . He said he did not think it is any concern as to how an error was made, but there is only ninety-six feet of width from Beautifi- building line to building line, and there has been much cation activity on this during the last two days . Lex. Center II/ Mr. Kolovson said he did not think anyone should lose sight of the fact that regardless of what decisions may be reached, they do not want to wash their hands free of a beautification. He said if it ends up twenty-six feet for a promenade on this side, they still want funds to work on twenty-six feet . He said they co not want to lose the purpose of the article which is to appropriate funds for beautification. He said if all they have is twenty-six feet, they are committed to do the very best they can with the area given them. He said they would hate to see the article lost and not have money to do the work. The Chairman said he felt the entire Board is committed to a beautification of the Center, the same as the Planning Board and Mr. Kolovson' s committee. Mr. Kolovson said ending up with four less feet raises the question as to whether or not four lanes of traffic, four reduced lanes, plus two parking lanes, will carry the load for an interim period. He stated they have to say that there is a possibility the interim period could be the ultimate period. He said it could not be based on the fact this is only for a year or two years. He said he guessed it was fair to say they feel the four reduced lanes, plus the parking lanes, will be an improvement in the parking situation. He said they thought it would be adequate, but they do not think it is perfect . He explained the purpose of today is to decide if they can come to a , A general conclusion on that fact or what other alterna- 111 tives exist, and what overall conclusion can be arrived at. He referred to some maps. The Chairman said it should be understood that while this is a Planning Board article, it authorizes the Select- men, and the Selectmen, as he understood it, was the only Board that can lay out streets. The Selectmen would listen to recommendations from the committee or anyone else, but the final analysis would be done by the Selectmen . He stated some people do not understand who is responsible. Mr. Kolovson submitted plans to the Board, and Mr. Herr explained in detail plans he had displayed on the wall. The plan showed the Center, hassachusetts Avenue from Edison Way to Meriam Street. He stated the proposal of the steering committee' s plan has been that there would be a thirty-foot promenade on the north side in front of the Hunt Block and Baker Juildinc and the Woolworth block. He stated that at the Central Block it would be twenty-five feet because the right of way is ninety feet rather than ninety-six feet. There would be a street width of fifty-six feet, curb to curb, through the center except a little more at Depot Square. The new understanding with regard to four fewer feet applies in this section only (which he indicated on the plan ) . The way in which a fifty-six foot street, plus thirty-foot promenade would be achieved was shown in color on the map. Mr. Herr stated this is the ultimate proposal. Mr. Sheldon said the red showed a thirty-foot sidewalk in front of the Hunt Block. Mr. Herr said that was right. This was drawn yester- day. Mr. Sheldon said it is narrower in front of Baker' s. Mr. Herr said the present sidewalk is narrower. He stated the change that having four fewer feet makes is not so much in the long-range proposal as it is in the interim stage. He said in the interim stage, it had been their hope that they could provide this promenade, having a double row of trees, and having an interim stage they would have parking on both sides of the avenue and four moving lanes of traffic, He said the scheme was then when the six spaces were removed, the sidewalk would be moved four feet. He said the question is, can they still, now with ninety-six feet, still tell people when they ask for money for beauti- fication that they can still provide the double row of trees, promenade and two lanes of parking and four moving lanes . He said if the answer to this is yes, then he thought they had clear sailing. If the answer is no, then if they want to, rathert han this mall, it is necessary to say parking will have to be banned through this portion in peak hours . He said there has been questions as to how this thirty feet was arrived at. He explained this by the drawing showing what is in front of Woolworth's now. He said they have 3 about twenty-two feet from the curb to the building; a single row of trees which leaves twenty and a half feet for the space occupied by the lower branches of the trees and for people to move. He said they got down to a thirty- four foot dimension. It was the judgment of the landscape architect this was a real minimum. They have to take care of pedestrian movement. The other thing is the edge dis- tance. If a tree grows very big at all, there will be trouble. The two trees cannot get too close together. As the dimension moves below thirty feet, it is the judgment that they will have to abandon this notion of pairs of trees set in rows. He said if they are going to come through with a double row of trees, the dimension must remain thirty feet and that leads to the question, can fifty-six feet take care of the parking. Mr. Pierce asked if not more important is the width of the street curb to curb distance. He said if the travelled way gets to be too wide, they feel the Center falls apart. The Chairman asked if he meant from an aesthetic point of view, and Mr. Pierce replied in the affirmative. Mr. Herr said twenty-nine feet is very slightly different in degree than thirty feet for a promenade than If is different in kind for the planning. Mr. Pierce said they were at thirty-four or thirty-five feet so they feel they have passed that threshhold. They have come from thirty-eight to thirty. Mr. Herr said there is no proposal at this time to make a change in front of Woolworth's. Mr. Greeley said the double row of trees in the immedi- ate future is only from Baker's. He asked if any consider- btion had been given to a narrower row of trees. Mr. Herr said it is a different design and raises a whole new issue. He said they would not be submitting there are only two alternatives as shown on that sketch. He said the thing they have talked about disappears when they go below thirty feet. Mr. Pierce said he would hate to close the door on the possibility of moving the sidewalk curb out. Mr. Cataldo said if it would be better with trees on both sides of the street . They could, under the present setup, go a single line of trees on both sides right now. Mr. Pierce said the south sidewalk is too narrow now. Mr. Cataldo said they knew below thirty feet they can't have the parallel row of trees. He said they could land- scape this side and go sixteen feet on the other side. Mr. Pierce said there was even talk of moving the north curb back. Mr. Cataldo said all he was saying is they said they can't visually bring them closer together. He said they could be brought much closer together. The Chairman said there is a definite conflict between the width of the sidewalk and the pavement. There are two points of views. Mr. Sasaki is adamant on the thirty feet. The Board has experts whose views it values too. One is J c.4 4 2r the Superintendent of Public Works and he felt sixty feet was the minimum. He said the Board has someone from Whitman & Howard, a Mr. King. He feels sixty feet is the minimum that will be recommended for this. He said he thought the Board of Selectmen would be divided. The Chairman said he thought, in view of the presentation made last year and the Board's commitment to the Town, he felt the Board was committed to at least sixty feet, four lanes of travel, the emphasis being on traffic and the com- mittee' s view is on aesthetics. Mr. Campbell said on page fourteen of the book, they have four feet to pick up. Mr. Herr explained a drawing, of which he gave each member of the Board a copy, and said it was recommended to duplicate on the north what is already on the south. Mr. Michelson said he thought the traffic would also flow twenty-eight feet in the other direction. Mr. Campbell said he denied that. The Chairman said the situation now is not even the way it should be; one can live with almost nothing. An effort is being made to create something that is at least safe and better than what now exists. Mr. Cataldo said everyone is failing to recognize that half of the middle lane is over the sixteen feet. He said here they have twenty-eight feet where the white line is with sixteen feet to spill over. He said no one wants to see the Center like the Central block right straight through. Mr. Fowle asked if the Board of Selectmen was in general agreement with the idea of the thinking on page ]4. The Chairman replied the Board has gone along with the report of the committee that on-street parking will be eliminated when off-street parking is provided to replace it. Mr. Pierce said he did not think they were trying to push aesthetics in place of traffic safety. There was real resistance this year to removing parking on the north side now. He said that is why they are not doing interim solution. It comes down to, are they ready to live with the interim period with a less perfect solution. The Chairman said Mr. Cataldo stated there is no guarantee that the interim period will be changed. Mr. Kolovson said they had no guarantee that the off-street parking is going to be provided. The Chairman said if the Board goes along with the interim with no hope it will eventually be better, it will be doing the people of the Town a disservice. Mr. Pierce said it seemed to him to subscribe to what they would like to see, there has to be strenuous thinking and planning. To buy this interim scheme that is being proposed, they h.hve to hang their hat on the acceptance of the next stage . L. 5 Mr. Kolovson said the situation that confronts them is the one of thirty feet as opposed to twenty-six feet. There isn't anything that can 't be done with thirty-six feet that can 't also be done with the twenty-eight feet. He said thirty feet is the barest they cap go. He said he thought, in all conscienceness, they have to give the Town the alternative between thirty and what thirty will achieve. He said he assumed the Selectmen will have to state what twenty-six feet would provide. He said they thought the situation can work out with fifty-six feet. The other side of this case is that sixty feet is the only situation. The Chairman said with twenty-six feet the Center can be beautified. It can 't be beautified to the same extent it could at thirty feet. Mr. Greeley said the traffic could go through under either condition. The Chairman said the Board's advisor tells it sixty feet is the minimum. He stated on the design they will give seven feet for parking and the Board is advised eight feet is the minimum. Mr. Greeley said he thought the opinion of the experts was just as valid as the unexpressed opinion. Mr. Carroll went to the wall map and stated there is no missing four feet; the ninety-six feet always existed. He said the traffic does not occupy twenty-eight feet, it is a little more than twenty-eight feet. He said they do need, as far as he was concerned, the half width of the road. He said the decision has to be made whether t his is going to be sixty feet or something less than that. He said he questioned the statement that in the future when additional parking is made available, they will try to reduce the pavement in front of Woolworth's. He said he could not see in the report any proposal to supply addi- tional parking to help these properties here. He said as far as he was concerned, they have to think of the entire width of the avenue as fifty-six feet or sixty feet. Mr. King said he had looked into this problem at Mr. Carroll's invitation. He said they asked if there was any possibility, in his mind, of reducing this width from sixty feet and still provide four lanes and parking. He said it could be done but he recommended sixty feet as a safe and practical minimum. He said he preferred twelve foot moving lanes because they are safer. He said the eight-foot parking area he considered to be a minimum. He stated a car travelling by a parked car will automatically stay away from the parked car. It requires more clearance. He said traffic t 3 travelling easterly along this street passes over the sixteen feet and encroaches on the opposite lane. He said he thought the Traffic figures presented were very optimistic and he thought the maximum to be attained is between 1400 and 500 vehicles per hour. He said if the traffic is t o be accommodated reasonably and safely, the sixty foot is a safe minimum. He said it is the most desirable. ar C Mr. Campbell said his point ever since this started is the problem of Massachusetts Avenue is eastbound. He said the elimination of parking should be on the south side. He said if it is insisted upon, then they should have the parking width so one can drive in and out without backing in;. Mr. King said it would be most desirable if they eliminated parking entirely but he did not think it was practical. Mr. Pierce said the steering committee and advisors would be in complete agreement with Mr. King. The solution originally proposed twelve-foot travelled lanes. The question here seems to be, is this an interim solution or a permanent solution. He said they were after the same dimensions Mr. King is talking about. This is being re- garded as a permanent solution. He said if it is , he did not think it works. Mr. Herr said the difference between the interim solution and the permanent solution is paint. The movement will not involve reconsideration. He said they maintain the same point of view expressed by Mr. Campbell. The major problem is eastbound. Mr. Carroll said if the Board of Selectmen feels it might in the future not eliminate parking on the north side of the street, then there will be change in curbing if the fifty-six foot is used. The Chairman said Mr. Carroll said sixty-four feet is recommended but sixty feet is the minimum. Mr. Greeley said in the long range, it would be sixty- four feet, not sixty. Mr. Carroll said the Town could have an adequate width with sixty feet and the curbing would not change in the future. Mr. Fowle said if the group was considering a permanent solution for the Avenue , four moving lanes and two parking, he would not be in favor of a sixty-foot Width but would think sixty-four feet would be better . He said at the present time, there is a lack of parking space for the stores on the north side of the avenue. Mr. Kolovson said the opinion of the merchants ex- pressed at a large gathering, was that they were willing to accept the "No Parking" on one side of the avenue if adequate parking is provided. He said the Board would not find the opposition of removal of parking from one side of the avenue. He said the feeling of the merchants is they will not fight that the parking remain on the avenue. Mr. Fowle asked if there was adequate parking in the rear for the stores on the south side now. The Chairman said he thought everyone was aware of all the facts . Mr. Kolovson said he thought many other features went into the vote for the widening of Massachusetts Avenue. He said he thought many other things were being accomplished be- sides improvement of the center. 7 Mr. Cataldo said there is no question but there were other things being accomplished. The Chairman declared a fifteen minute intermission at which time the Board of Selectmen left the room to give the Planning Board and the steering committee an opportunity to discuss the subject . When the meeting continued, Mr. Kolovson said their position would be stated by Mr. Greeley. Mr. Greeley said they were unequivocally in favor of the long-range, fifty-six foot pavement, one lane of park- ing, beautification. They thought that the most economical and straightforward step in that direction would be to start off with the fifty-six foot pavement and go ahead immediately with the beautification project . He said they realized this would mean inconvenience and maybe some traffic difficulty depending on lanes and parking. He said the Selectmen have told them that they are in favor of a sixty-foot pavement. He said they would support that and support the article for beautification rather than run the risk of losing this. The Chairman asked what the motion was. Mr. Greeley replied that the Town Meeting appropriate $60,000.00 for beautification between Grant Street and Meriam Street. The Chairman said the motion at the present time has approximately thirty-foot sidewalk. Mr. Fowle skid it might be more effective for the Chairman of the Board of Selectmen to make a joint statement. The Chairman asked if the Planning Board had taken a vote. Mrs . Riffin replied two believe in fifty-six foot wide and parking. If everyone is united on the sixty foot, they will go along with the sixty foot hoping some day it will be fifty-six feet. The Chairman asked if the Planning Board was unani- mous in agreement with the Selectmen on sixty feet. Mrs. Riffin replied in the political sense. The Chairman asked if it was going to take this posi- tion. Mr. Campbell said the Planning Board supported the Selectmen unanimously. The Chairman asked for the committee 's attitude. Mr. Kolovson said he voted against this approach but the majority of the committee present voted for it with another exception and there will be one more exception. He said he doubted a minority report would be issued. The Chairman read the motion that had been drawn for the Town Meeting and stated it would have to be changed almost entirely in content. The Chairman said as far as a statement was concerned from the Board of Selectmen, he saw no reason why the Board could not agree on this. CA; 0 J Mr. Cataldo said Mr. Greeley stated on the basis of when adequate parking would be supplied. Mr. Greeley said he did not think anyone was ready to say it should be twenty-six feet or ten feet. Mr. Fowle said the Board was committing itself to the width of the north sidewalk plus a curb line will be set on the north. The Chairman said the committee would meet with the Selectmen and the Planning Board and see if it cannot come up with some plan. He said while the Selectmen recognize all this is within their authority, they don't intend to be arbitrary . Mr. Mabee explained the Board is just trying to pin down the sixty feet and leave everything else as open as it can. Mr. Greeley said the Selectmen feel they must pin down the sixty feet in order to get this through. Mr. Kolovson said he would prefer to pin down the sixty feet than twenty-six feet. The Chairman said he wondered if Town Counsel would rule the Board would be forever prohibited from ever making it less than sixty feet without a Town Meeting. Mr. Cataldo said if this is not tied down, after last year, the Town Meeting would not support the Board. He said the Board should tie it down and he thought the figure should be sixty feet. He said if Town Meeting is going to vote money for parking space and parking garage, it will vote to change it to sixty feet. The Chairman said the Board could take out "approximately thirty feet in width". Mr. Greeley suggested that the Board be prepared with an amendment providing that the distance between the curb shall be approximately sixty feet. Mr. Herr said when the Board pins this down, it should state as to which blocks it is being pinned down. The Board of Selectmen agreed on four moving lanes and one parking lane. The group retired at 11 :40 A.M. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to LVNA have Mr. Mabee continue as the Board' s representative to the Lexington Visiting Nurse Association. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the Senior Wing Girls Scout Troop permission to Use of meet in the second-floor conference room in the Police room Building on Thursday nights from March 2L. through April 21 or 25. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing, Executive deliberating or voting on matters which, if made public, Eectn might adversely affect the public security, the financial 9 interest of the Town, or the reputation of any person. 111Following discussion pertaining to the Inspections Department, it was voted to resume the open meeting. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to hold a meeting of the Board on Wednesday, March 23, 1966 , at 7:00 P.M. Meeting Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to appoint Mr. Logan Clarke, Jr. and John H. Blaisdell Associate Members of the Board of Appeals for terms Appointment ending March 31, 1967. These appointments will fill the vacancies caused by Mr. Duffyts death and Mr. Sheldonts appointment as a regular member of the Board. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 11:55 A.M. A true record, Attest: ' �- ^ Exec tiv Cler , Select1ien 60. r t CO 10 ar cn SELECTMEN'S MEETING March 21, 1966 1 A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Selectmen's Room, Town Office Building, on Monday, March 21, 1966, at 7:00 P.M. Chairman Cole, Messrs. Burnell, Cataldo, Sheldon and Mabee were present. Mr. Legro, Town Counsel, Mr. Gray, Executive Assistant, Mr. Carroll, Superintendent of Public Works, and Miss Murray, Executive Clerk, were also present. The Chairman read a telegram sent by the School Committee to Congressman and Senators on the subject of amendment to reduce PL 874 Funds, and suggested that the Board send a telegram supporting the Committee. Letter was received from Thomas F. Coughlin, Inc., requesting repairs to a vehicle owned by John J. McCarthy, Claim 10 Crescent Hill Avenue , which was alleged to have been damaged by a car driven by Mr. John J. Carroll. Mr. Legro said he would keep the Board informed. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was veiled to approve the following pole, guy wire and ane4or lo- Pole cations, subject to approval of Mr. Carroll: locations Chase Avenue, northwesterly side, southwesterly from a point approximately 106 feet, southwest of Bennett Avenue ,-- Two poles. Guy wire and anchor on second pole. Letter was received from the Labor Relations Com- mission relative to a hearing to be held on Friday, April 1, 1966, at 10:00 A.M. , 20 Somerset street, Room Hearing 206, Boston, pertain tg to a petition of the Lexington Schools Custodian Association. Mr. Legro advised the Board he had written the School Committee on this subject. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Bond approve Surety Bond No. 89-81-91 in the amount of $3,000 on behalf of Constable John B. Shine, Jr. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve Official Bond No. 1019236 in the amount of Bond $107,600.00 on behalf of Mrs. Ethel U. Rich, elected Tax Collector. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Bond to approve Annual Bond No. 8029675 in the amount of $1,800 on behalf of Miss Mary R. McDonough, elected Town Clerk. 11 Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted ' to approve Annual Bond No. 8029674 in the amount of $91,4.00 on behalf of Miss Mary R. McDonough, elected Town Treasurer. Letter was received from Cornelius P. Cronin, Chairman, 19th of April Committee, Chamber of Commerce, asking the Board of Selectmen to designate one of its Float members to act as a judge for the float competition. judge Mr. Mabee agreed to participate in the program and act as a judge. Request was received from the Lexingtcn Civil Rights Committee, Mrs. W. C. Turchinetz, relative to having a food stand in the driveway of 1508 Massachu- Stand setts Avenue on April 19. April 19 The Board had no objection. Request was received from Daniel J. Lehan, on behalf of the Lexington Sea Scouts, for permission to Stand sell food from a trailer in the driveway between Trani' s April 19 Liquor Store and Charles ' card shop on April 19. The Board had no objection. Request was received from Edward Fitzgerald, Past Commander , Lexington Post #3007, V.F.W. , requesting per- mission to operate a food stand April 19. The Chairman said he understood the stand was to Stand be attthe Esso station, and suggested that no action be April 19 taken until Mr. Fitzgerald has a definite location. The Chairman read a letter from Richard Kimball, 60 Gleason Road, restating his interest and desire to serve as a member of the Board of Fire Commissioners. Applicant Fire Comm. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the Lexington Choral Society permission to conduct a rehearsal in Cary Hall on Saturday, April 9, Use of Hall 1966, from 9:00 A.M. until 4.:00 P.M. , subject to the established rules governing the use of the building. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the Lexington Choral Society permission to conduct a series of concerts in Cary Hall on June 3, t and 5, subject to the established rules governing the use of the building . Use of Hall Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the Lexington 4.-H Town Committee permission to hold a demonstration judging in the conference room, Cary Memorial Building, on May 12, 1966, subject to Use of Hall the established rules governing the use of the building. 12 Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Minutes to approve the minutes of the .Selectments Meeting held on March 7, 1966. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant request received from the Premiere Performance group for permission to use the lectern in Estabrook Hall from Tuesday, March 22, until Monday, March 29. Mr. Gray submitted final certificate for payment on the Public Facilities Building in the amount of Cert. of $2,483.80. Paytt. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Pub. Fac. to approve the bill subject to approval and final ac- Building ceptance of the Public Facilities Building Committee . Mr. Gray reported receipt of a bill in the amount of $500 for an appraisal made by R.M.Bradley & Co. Appraisal on the property owned by Lexland Construction Corporation and located at the northwest intersection of Lowell and Woburn Streets. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize payment of the bill. Mr. Gray reported that Chief Corr had been talking to him, now that the referendum has been voted on, he Civil Ser- would like the Hoard to write Civil Service. vice Exam The Chairman said the Board could do this once the budget is acted on. Mr.. Gray said as soon as the Town meeting is com- pleted, he would take the necessary steps . In the absence of negotiations, the Board voted unanimously to amend the figure in Article 50 of the Warrant to $50,000. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Meeting to hold a Selectmen 's Meeting on Wednesday, March 23, 1966, at 7:00 P.M. Upon motion duly made and secondeQ, it was voted to adjourn at 7:45 P.M. A true record, Attest: ) —�cu ive Llerk, Selec en y. \\/,/A /VI ti 11 i3 SELECTMEN'S MEETING March 23, 1966 A special meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Selectmen 's Room, Town Office Building, on Wednesday, March 23, 1966, at 7:00 P.M. Chairman Cole, Messrs. Burnell, Cataldo, Sheldon and Mabee were present . Mr. Legro, Town Counsel, Mr. Gray, Executive Assistant, and Miss Murray, Executive Clerk, were also present . Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of dis- cussing, deliberating or voting on matters which, if Executive made public, might adversely affect the public security, Session the financial interest of the Town, or the reputation of any person. Mr. Richard M. Perry, 16 Ellison Road, applicant for the position of Comptroller, met with the Board. Comptroller Following discussion with Mr. Perry, and a con- versation with Mr. Gordon Steele, Chairman of the School Sites Committee, it was voted to resume the open meeting. Mr. Cataldo said the barn article had passed and asked if the Board wanted the same committee to continue. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize the committee, appointed under authority of Article 13 of the November 23, 1964 Town Meeting, to continue under authority of Article 37 of the March 23, 1966 Town Meeting to retain professional services and prepare final plans and specifications and to obtain bids for the construction and original equipping and furnish- ing of alterations and additions to the Town Public Works Building located at 201 Bedford Street. The Chairman read a letter from William H. Hamilton and Marilyn H. Hamilton advising that Article 85 was placed in the warrant against their wishes after they had discussed at length with the Conservation Commission Hamilton its desire to purchase their land on the corner of land - - Worthen Road and Massachusetts Avenue. The Hamiltons Article 85 asked for assistance from the Board. Mr. Sheldon said the Board does not know what the Conservation Commission is going to do; it may move for indefinite postponement. Mr. Cataldo asked if the Town took a small parcel of land for Conservation, would the taking hold up in court, and Mr. Legro rpplied as long as it is taken for conservation purposes, he thought it would. 14 ``' Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to sign contract, submitted by Town Counsel, between the Town and the Massachusetts Hospital Servicq, Inc. and the Massachusetts Medical Service. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 7:53 P.M. A true record, Attest: Y/ -✓ �, / it ve erk/6�lee m 1 sk TT 4)1/ 1 L.. 15 SELECTMEN'S MEETING March 28, 1966 A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Selectmen's Room, Town Office Building, on Monday, March 28, 1966, at 7:00 P.M. Chairman Cole, Messrs. Burnell, Cataldo, Sheldon and Mabee were present. Mr. Legro, Town Counsel, Mr. John Carroll, Superintendent of Public Works, Mr. Gray, Executive Assistant, and the Acting Clerk were also present. At the request of the Town Clerk, three jurors were drawn as follows: George Grayson, 5 Suzanne Road; Jurors Thomas D. Crockett, 5 Liberty Avenue; Joseph DiMarzo, 14 Diana Lane. Mr. Gray reported that the Public Facilities Build- ing was scheduled to hold Open House next Sunday. In talking with Mr. York, it will not be complete, with Open draperies and furnishings, to hold Open House. Mr. House Gray had talked with Mrs. Morey who told him the other Pub. Fac. historical houses would be opening on the 16th of April. Building Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to postpone Open House for the Public Facilities Building, scheduled for April 3, 1966, to April 17, 1966, Mr. Gray to so advise Mr. Adams and have a notice in the Lexington Minute-man. The Chairman read a letter from Mr. Legro, Town Counsel, confirming his opinion concerning the appoint- Assistant went by the Board of Selectmen of an Assistant Building Building Inspector. Inspector The Chairman stated that the letter substantiates the contention of Mr. Byrne. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to give this matter further consideration after Town Meeting. Notice was received from the Department of Public Utilities relative to the petition of the Vermont Transit Company, Inc. , to allow them to operate motor vehicles for the carriage of passengers for hire over routes in a number of communities, passing through a section of Lexington. Hearing No action was taken by the Board with regard to the petition, but Mr. Gray was requested to attend the hearing to be held on Tuesday, April 5, 1966 at 10:00 A.M. at the new State Office Building, 100 Cambridge Street, 12th floor, Boston. Notice from the Labor Relations Commission relative to the International Association of Firefighters, Local Local 1191 #11+91, was read by the Chairman. Mr. Legro requested that a copy of the form be sent to him. 16 co . N Letter was received from Louis J. DeLuna, 257 Concord Turnpike, Lexington, with regard to water problem on Water Wellington Lane Avenue. The matter was referred to Mr. Carroll,, Superintendent of Public Works, who stated he would send Mr. DiLuna a petition to fill out, and consideration would be given in next year's budget. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to amend the Traffic Rules and Regulations as follows: ARTICLE VIII (Isolated Stop Signs) By adding to this section the following: Southbound drivers on Hancock Street at Adams Street. The Chairman read a letter from Miss Edna G. Sanford, Counselling Consultant, Lexington Public Schools, relative to camping privileges for some of the school children. She mentioned her hope that the Bridge Fund might be made avail- able for the needs of these children. It was the consensus of the Board that the disposition of this Fund is at the discretion of the Trustees of Public Trusts. Mr. Gray was requested to arrange a meeting with Miss Sanford. Letter was received from William G. Nowlin, Jr. , 29 Maple Street, relative to selling post cards while serving in his capacity as a guide. Guide - Mr. Sheldon stated at the meeting when the Director Post Cards of Guides was present, he understood. the Director was op- posed to the sale of post cards. Mr. Cataldo stated Mr. Burke was pleased that the Board made the decision they did, and he felt the Board had no authority to legally give him permission. Mr. Burnell felt the letter should be referred to Mr. Burke, and Mr. Mabee said Mr. Burke should make these decisions. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to send a copy of Mr. Nowlin' s letter to Mr. Burke for his opinion as Director of Guides. The Chairman read a letter from William R. Page, on behalf of Troop 122, Boy Scouts of America, relative to planting seedlings in suitable areas in the Town, as has Tree plant- been their custom in past few years. ing Mr. Carroll was requested to take this matter up with Mr. Mazerall, Tree Warden and advise the Chairman of his decision. 17 Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to sign Certificate of Incorporation on behalf of Cert. of Mayer S. Goldman, 30 Stimson Avenue, Lexington, satis- Inc . factory character reference having been received from the Chief of Police, James F. Corr Letter wa reoeived from W. H. Lyon, 55 Waltham Street, sing that permission had been given to the Lexington Chapter, Veterans of Foreign Wars, to have a stand at the entrance to the parking lot immediately April 19 adjacent to Bateman' s Department Store, subject to the Board' s approval. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted voted to advise Mr. Edw and D. Fitzgerald, Jr. , Past Commander, Lexington Post #3007, Veterans of Foreign Wars, that the Board of Selectmen has approve the location as stated in Mr. Lyon' s letter Letter was received from Thomas F. Ryan, on be- half of St. Brigid and Sacred Heart Parishes, for per- Pappr mission to conduct a paper drive on May 1, 1966. Drive Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the request . Letter from Mr. Joseph M. Vitale, Secretary, Order of the Sons of Italy, for permission to sell novelties on a stand located at 1833 Massachusetts Avenue on April 19, 1966. The Board had no objection. Invitation was received from Company C, First Bat- talion 110th Armor, Massachusd;ts National Guard, and the Concord Minutemen, to attend their Annual Patriots' Day Ball on Monday evening, April 18, 1966. Invitation Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to thank them for their invitation and state that if it is at all possible, the Board will be represented The Chairman read an invitation from the Concord Board of Selectmen to participate in the 191st Annual Concord Patriots' Day Parade Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to advise the Concord Selectmen that` Town Celebrations C ommittee exercises and our own Town activities pre- clude any participation on the part of the Selectmen . A "Coffee Day" decl:3ration from the Easter Seal Society for Crippled Children was read by the Chairman, Coffee Day requesting support of this day by the community. declare- - IIThe declaration was signed by the Chairman and ation given to the Lexington Minute-man for publication 18 n Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant permission for "The Unknowns" to hold a dance tress of on April 16 and April 22, 1966, from 8:00 P.M. until Cary Hall 11:30 P.M. , subject to the required number of chaperones and adequate police protection. There will be a charge of $35.00 for the use of the hall, plus a fee of $3.65 per hour for custodian's over- time services. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the following licenses: Licenses Frederic B. Hubley, 1 Stetson Street Auctioneer Robert N. Cann, 48 Hancock Street Auctioneer Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Minutes to approve the minutes of the Selectmen' s Meetings held on Marc# ]4, March 19, March 21, and March 23. Members of a group met with the Board relative to Article 52 of the Warrant , Beautification of Lexington Center . The Chairman stated that Mr. Eric Clarke had called him the night before, and that he, the Chairman, had stated the decision had been made by the Board of Select- men, the Planning Board and the Revitalization Committee. Mr. Clarke stated he had been working with the group for the past two months, and he thought the compromises had been pretty good and felt that when the last 100 feet became 96 feet, it brought up to a point where the group was trying to make good compromises. He felt he would like to get all sides to the point where they would dis- cuss the problems involved and keep both sides fluid. They want to keep a large numberiof people happy and knew they would not satisfy everyone . Mr. Clarke feels the Board of Selectmen has frozen its attitude; that the Board is going to sit on its 60 feet prerogative; that there is no further point in talking and would like to fight it. He asked if the Board would entertain further discussion. A discussion followed relative to traffic, parking and the dimensions for the street and sidewalk %he Chairman stated the Board had met with the com- mittees and given them every chance. He stated he did not feel the Board had been remiss. It is the only authority and is the one that can be the "fall guys" on this. What- ever decision is made is up to the Board, and it is willing to discuss matters with anyone. Mr. Sheldon stated it seemed to him that there is no footage in the motion; vote for beautification. It is not a subject for debate and leave the details to be worked out; have it the way the motion is worded 19 Mr. Cataldo stated he felt they would get into problems He felt the people should be given a sort of commitment ; that they would have to mention dimensions . He stated he wouldn' t want to go to Town Meeting that we would possibly move from the 60 feet. Mr. Sheldon stated it would be most unfortunate to debate on these details at the meeting. Mr. Mabee said he did not think there was any doubt but that the Board is very strong. It should not make any bones that the Board was unanimous. Once the matter is voted, it would listen to them all. The Board would certainly rely on the people. The Chairman read a statement he had prepared for Town Meeting as follows: "At this point in time , in view of all the information and advice from experts available to us, the Board of Selectmen believes that a vehicular travelled way of 60 feet is neces- sary to provide four travel ways, plus two parking lanes. Following the same advice, we believe a travelled way of 56 feet is necessary for four travelled ways and one parking lane. We further believe that when adequate off-street parking is provided, we will be able toremove one parking lane and ' reduce the vehicular travelled way to 56 feet. The Board of Selectmen will give the committee the opportunity to refute or rebut the advice of our experts or to advance any information that they believe we should consider in order to review our position." The Chairman stated the details could be worked out later and open up the subject again. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to hold a special meeting of the Board on Wednesday evening, March 30, 1966, at 7:00 P.M. , in the Selectmen's Room, Town Office Building . The meeting adjourned at 7:55 P.M. A true record, Attest: Acting erk, Selectmen w! �r 6 20 n SELECTMEN'S MEETING March 30, 1966 1 A special Meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Selectmen's Room, Town Office Building, on Wednesday evening, March 34 / at 7:00 P.M. Chair- man Cole, Messrs. Burnell, Gia .o and Mabee were present. Mr. Legro, Town Counsel, Mr. Gray, Executive Assistant, and the Acting Clerk were also present. Mr. Jules Sussman, Chairman of the Conservation Commission, met with the Selectmen. Mr. Sussman stated, first of all, he hoped the Commission had the support of the Selectmen at least on the two articles on which it had options, the West Articles property and the property on Marrett Road. He stated 82 and 83 the Commission had an appointment with the owners of the property on top of Whipple Hill a week from Monday. The Board suggested waiting for the June Town Meet- ing, and if negotiations failed, the Town would take the property by eminent domain. The only advantage in waiting would be to get the price down. Articles 82 and 83 were discussed at length. The Board agreed to support Article 82. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing, Executive deliberating or voting on matters which, if made public, Session might adversely affect the public security, the financial interest of the Town, or the reputation of any person. Following a discussion with regard to Article 87, it was voted to resume the open meeting. With further reference to Article 83, Mr. Mabee stated if Whipple Hill is voted through, the Board should take a stand and give Mr. Sussman some real authority; write him a letter and give him the intentions of the Board. Mr. Cataldo stated no one has ever questioned the Commission as to how they negotiated. The Chairman said that could be done without any problem. Mr. Sussman stated he would have to get two appraisals or Opinions of Value. Mr. Legro stated he had some questions in connection with Middleby Road and Laconia Street, and asked why the motion wasn't under the Betterment Act. Discussion was held relative to Articles 80, 79 and 76. Article 80, Indefinite Postponement; Article 79 is O.K. going along with it; Article 76, Middleby Road. 1 Mr. Legro stated, with regard to Middleby Road, you 11 either reject or accept the motion. Mr. Van T. Boughton, Chairman of the Capital Expendi- tures Committee, came into the meeting. He questioned if there was some way that money could be saved on the streets, and asked how urgent it was to do Kendall Road, as that would be a saving of $22,500.00. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 7:55 P.M. A true record, Attest: ///';/ 4 Acting Clerk, Selectmen f c-t Ace 'ts I , 1 SELECTMEN'S MEETING April t , 1966 ' A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Selectmen's Room, Town Office Building, on Monday, April 4, 1966, at 7:30 P.M. Chairman Cole, Messrs. Burnell, Cataldo, Sheldon and Mabee were present. Mr. Legro, Town Counsel, Mr. Gray, Executive Assistant, Mr. Carroll, Superintendent of Public Works, and Miss Murray, Executive Clerk, were also present. Mr. Gray stated the Board had agreed to wait until after Town Meeting to write for a Civil Service list. He said the Board should now write for tie list and he would ask Civil Service to set up an examination for Patrolmen Captain. and Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Captain to authorize Mr. Gray to take whatever steps are neces- sary, through the Division of Civil Service, for ten additional patrolmen. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to request the Director of Civil Service to hold an examination for the position of Captain in the Lexington police Department. Mr. Gray said the Article which concerns the appropri- ation for the communications system was passed, and asked Communi- how the Board would like to proceed in regard to specifi- cations cations for bids. system The Chairman said the committee is more familiar with this and, at his suggestion, it was agreed to have the committee follow this through. Mr. Gray said he took bids Friday afternoon on Police car the purchase of six new police cars, and read the bids following: Rowe Chevrolet, Inc. $8,35.00 Lawless-Mawhinney Motirs, Inc. 9,777.12 Porter Square Dodge; Inc. 9,139.96 Dunn Ford Sales, Inc. 9,374.00 Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to accept the low bid of $8,235.00 net , submitted by Rowe Chevrolet, Inc. Mr. Gray said that Mr. Michelson, of the Chamber of Commerce, gave him wording, which he submitted to the Board, for the plaque to be placed at the base of the flag on the Common. No one on the Board expressed any Plaque opposition to the proposed wording. 23 1 Mr. Gray informed the Board that there was a pole on the Hancock School property that was damaged and taken down by the Boston Edison Company. The Boston Edison Pole at Company would like to take the pole over and maintain it. Hancock He said he checked with Mr. Carroll who advised him that School he had no objection. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to execute an instrument, prepared by the Boston Edison Company, and submitted by Mr . Gray, assigning allrights, title and interest in one pole on the northeast side of Forest Street on Hancock School land. Later in the evening, during Executive Session, Town Counsel advised the Board on the subject, pointing out that this is not under the Selectmen' s jurisdiction and the Board would have to obtain Town Meeting permission to grant an easement, similar to the action taken at the Harrington School. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to rescind the vote to execute the instrument, prepared by the Boston Edison Company, and submitted by Mr. Gray, assigning all right, title and interest in one pole on the northeast side of Forest Street on Hancock School land. Mr. Gray stated, in talking with the Civil Defense Director, the possible additions or renovations as far as the Town Office facilities are concerned, there are funds available for a feasibility study from the Federal Govern- Town Office ment which would be a grant of $2,000 to the Town to see renovation what space within the new space could be used for Town & Civil office operation and in an emergency for Civil Defense. Defense He said this would not commit the Town at all and after the feasibility study, the Federal Government will partici- pate. Mr. Cateldo suggested that the committee look into the subject first. Th.b Chairman asked if the Board had any authority to take advantage of such a grant, and whether or not it would require a vote of Town Meeting. Mr. Legro replied there is a statute covering suOh a subject but he would have to check it. Mr. Gray said he would get the statute and infor- mation from Mr. Burrell and refer it to Mr. Legro. Mr. Cataldo reported that the Town Barn Committee recommends that the Board of Selectmen retain William A. Halsey as the architect for the alterations and additions to the Town Barn. Upon motion duty made and seconded, it was voted to retain William A. Halsey, architect, for the alter- Town Barn ations and additions to the Town Barn as authorized by architect vote of Town Meeting under Article 37 of the Annual Town Meeting. 24 Iar CI Mr. Cataldo said the Town Barn Committee had a contract it would like to refer to Town Counsel. He reported Mr. Halsey would like to go on a fixed fee basis rather t han on a pereentae basis. He is going to design many things in this building that Mr. Carroll's department will do, and in ail fairness, he thought this should be a fixed fee basis contract with a pro- vision in it as to what the fee is going to be. He said he had a payment schedule he would like Town Counsel to look at. The contract and payment schedule were given to Mr. Legro for his recommendations. Mr. Cataldo stated that the committee has a meeting scheduled for Friday morning and he would appreciate re- ceiving some information in time for that meeting if possible. Letter was received from attorney Rudolph Kass, representing the Airways Transportation Company. On May 11, 1964, the Board granted a license to the Company to operate motor vehicles over certain public ways in Lexington in order to enable it to furnish limousine passenger service from Logan Airport to Hanscom Field and return. Mr. Kass requested the Board to supplement Airways the previous license by permittingit to operate on the Trans. Co. Yankee Division Highway (Route 12 ) from the Waltham line license to Concord Turnpike (Route 2) Mr. Legro explained this merely established a route. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the Airways Transportation Company a supplement license to operate motor vehicles for the carriage of passengers for hire over Yankee Division Highway (Route 128) from the Waltham line to the Concord Turnpike (Route 2) intersection with Yankee Division Highway. Letter was received from the Town Clerk to which was attached a copy of a claim received from William P. Mezzetti, 39 Pleasant Street, Quincy, Mass., relative to Grande & Son, Claim Inc. Mr. Legro advised he had a copy and this is not any- thing that concerns the Board. The Chairman read a letter from Timothy J. Delaney, Jr. , 15 Wilhemina Avenue, Burlington, requesting permission to move a house from Belmont to Baskin Road and a house Move house from Arlington to Baskin Road if he is the successful permit bidder on April 7, 1966. The Chairman suggested that this be referred to Mr. Carroll to look at and also check with the Chief of Police. Mr. Carroll pointed out+ bids will not be opened until April 7. The Chairman asked if it was going to be the Board's policy to grant permits to move housds before t hey are acquired. He said he thought the Board's answer should be, if Mr. Delaney acquires the house, he should formally l5 make application through his mover for a permit. It was agreed to advise Mr. Delaney to contact Mr. Carroll for an informal opinion; if he actually acquires one of the house*, submit a formal application for a permit to move it. Letter was received from John D. Beckwith, Project Chairman of the Lexington Jaycees, requesting permission Jaycee to insert Emergency Medical Number stickers in the water stickers bills. The Board had no objection. The Chairman read a letter from Lee E. Tarbox, Secretary of the Chamber of Commerce, relative to the respon- sibilities of the Chamber in operating the Information Square in the Public Facilities Building. Mr. Cataldo questi< ned the first point raised about Information the Chamber having sole authority in that section. He Square said he did not think the Board should give them sole Pub. Fac. authority for the Chamber to do exactly what it pleased. Building Mr. Mabee said there should be a way out for the Selectmen if this does not work out right and there are complaints; the Board should have some recourse. The Chairman said the Chamber's intent is to pro- vide a service for the tourists. Mr. Cataldo said he still wanted the Board to have the right to change anything it does not think is right. He pointed out that the Board has had a problem with these people before relative to their interpretation and attitude. Mr. Sheldon said all that is necessary is to add a few words such as "subject to the approval of the Board of Selectmen". It was agreed to advise the Chamber of Commerce that the Board would include, at the end of the second paragraph in its letter , another sentence, viz: "The Board of Selectmen reserves the right to periodically review the operation". The Chairman read a letter from Franklin P. Hudson with further reference to the basement at Countryside, Basement at and said he would write Mr. Hudson. Countryside Mr. Sheldon said it was his understanding this matter will never be settled until the Town takes the owner of tlhe property to court. Mr. negro informed the Board he had talked to Mr. Irwin about this two weeks ago, and at that time, he was going to look at the property again. It was agreed that the Chairman would act as a committee of one to pursue the complaint further. II The Chairman read a letter from Phyllis L. Coe, Regent, Lexington Chapter National. Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution, relative to presenting the Town 26 C"1 with a gift of a flag for the Public Facilities Building. D.A.R.Flag The Chairman suggested, and the Board agreed, that Pub. Fac. the flag be presented the day the building is formally Building opened, April 17, 1966. Letter was received from Stephen Ells advising he is unable to accept reappointment to the Conservation Commission as for personal reasons he will be moving away from Lexington before the end of the summer. At the request of the Massachusetts Bar Association Law Day Committee on Public Relations, it was voted to proclaim May 1, 1966 as Law Day USA in the Town of Lexington. Letter was received from David G. Rich, 37 Kendall Road, requesting permission, on behalf of the Battle Green April 19 Chapter, Order of DeMolay, to sell ice cream bars along the parade route on April 19. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the request. Letter was received from C. W. Bryant, 2 Hilltop Avenue, requesting permission, on behalf of the Battle Green Chapter, Order of DeMolay, to operate a concession April 19 stand in Mr. Baker' s store on Massachusetts Avenue, April 19. The Board had no objection. Letter was received from Donald E. Earnshaw, Lex- ington Esso, 10 Woburn Street, requesting permission to April 19 sell candy, popcorn, balloons and novelties on the station premises. The Board had no objection. Application for a Yearly Dump Permit was received Dump from Carl S. Erickson, 196 Mishawaum Road, Woburn. permit Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant Mr. Erickson a Yearly Dump Permit. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted License to renew Mr. Joseph A. Belcastro's license as an auctioneer. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant a taxi driver license to Paul G. Cunningham, License 133 Bedford Street, Lexington, satisfactory character reference having been received from the Chief of Police. Notice was received from the Massachusetts League Conference of Cities and Towns relative to a conference to be heed on April 13 at the Statler Hilton Hotel in Boston. Mr. Gray said he planned to attend. 27 Upon motion duly made and seconded it was voted to approve the minutes of the Selectmen's Meetings Minutes held on March 28 and March 30. Mr. Leon A. Burke, Jr. , Director of Guides, met with the Board and stated he had received a copy of letter written t o the Board by William G. Nowlin, Jr. , Sale of in which he expressed his feelings relative to the post cards sale of post cards or other literature by the Guides. by guides Mr. Burke said he could appreciate Mr. Nowlin' s pre- dicament but he would think it would be in the best interest of the Town, having conversed with other interested people, that the Selectmen would stand by their original vote. He said he would certainly re- commend that the Board abide by the vote it previously passed because it is in good taste. He said the first concern of the guide is the lecture on the Common. The Chairman said he would write Mr. Nowlin and tell him the Board established a new procedure and has no intention of letting the bars down. Payment of the salary for the Director of Guides was discussed briefly and it was agreed to pay him on a quarterly basis. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant permission to the Senior Citizens to use Estabrook Hall on April 7, 1966 from 2:00 P.M. until Use of hall 4:00 P.M. for a Board Meeting. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant permission to "The Unknowns" to conduct a dance in Cary Memorial Hall on Saturday, April 23, 1966, from 8:00 P.M. until 11: 30 P.M. instead of April 22, 1966. Use of hall Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to hold the SelectmenA:s Meeting the week of April 18 on Wednesday, April 20, 1966, at 7: 30 P.M. Meeting Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing, deliberating or voting on matters which, if made public, might adversely affect the public security, Executive the financial interest of the Town, or the reputation of Session any person. Following discussion with Town Counsel pertaining to legal matters, and a parcel of land which the Town might be interested in acquiring, it was voted to resume the open meeting. Mr. Legro retired at 9:25 P.M. 28 Messrs. Campbell, Fowle, Worrell and Mrs. Riffin of the Planning Board, Mr. Zaleski, Planning Director, and representatives of the Peacock Farm area met with the Board to discuss the ramp and location of Route 2 in that area. The Chairman explained his inability to attend the meeting last Tharsday because of a previously scheduled committee meeting, and stated Mr. Cataldo attended the meetirE as the Board' s representative. Mr. Cataldo said the Commissioner came out and Mr. Route 2 Roberts was there representing the Peacock Farm people. He said the plan on display is an alternative these people are proposing. He asked the Commissioner just how serious he could consider this and his reply was, if the Town Boards officially approve this as an alternative, it would be given serious consideration. Mr. Fowle said there was no Planning Board representa- tive at the meeting and asked how that Bord was overlooked. Mr. Cataldo explained the Selectmen were invited by Mr. Bussgang. Mr. Carroll explained the plan and stated the change would cost $238,000 for everything. He stated that, in his opinion, this boils down to whether or not the Board is willing to spent $238,000 in the next couple of years if the State is willing to go along with this. Mr. Zaleski reported that Mr. Horgan said once the present interstate system is completed and they have money, they would do Watertown Street themselves and they would pay0 for the Pleasant Street rotary. 5 � y Mr. Campbell said the Planning Board would approve this basically because it feels Pleasant Street and Watertown Street are going to have to be dealt with if not now within the next five years. This also will give the Town some type of solution as far as Emerson Road is con- cerned. The members of the Planning Board present were all recorded in favor of the slip ramp. Mr. Cataldo said he could see the slip ramp if it can be done engineeringwise, and there is no difference in the safety factor. He stated all the Board is saying this evening is it approves this and will ask Commissioner Sargent to accept it . All members of the Board of Selectmen were recorded in favor of the slip ramp. Mr. Carroll said the next decision is how this is to be handled and he suggested that the plan be taken into the Commissioner. Mr. Cataldo said it should be taken in by Thursday. The Chairman offered to deliver it , and Mr. Carroll said an appointment should be made for two or three people to go in. It was agreed that the Chairman, Mr. Cataldo , Mr. Carroll and Mr. Zaleski would go in to see the Commissioner. 29 The Board also agreed to write the Commissioner a letter relative to the condition of the Public Works Depot on Route 128 The Planning Board retired at 10:10 P.M. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 10:12 P.M. A true record, Attest : / / rlarec iv ' Clerk, Sele en s �_G i to 1 kr 1 30 C3 SELECTMEN'S M H.:E;T ING April 11, 1966 A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Selectmen's Room, Town Office Building, on Monday, April 11, 1966, at 7:30 P.M. Messrs. Cataldo, Burnell, Sheldon and Mabee were present. Mr. Gray, Executive Assistant, Mr. Carroll, Superintendent of Public Workd, and Miss Murray, Executive Clerk, were also present. Mr. Cole arrived at 7:50 P.M. In the absence of Mr. Cole, Mr. Cataldo acted as Chairman. Mr. Gray stated he received a letter from the Veterans' Agent reporting his typewriter had collapsed and the estimated cost for repairs is $49.60. It would Veterans' cost him $189.25 with a trade to buy a manual typewriter. Agent The Chairman asked if the machine was broken down typewriter completely, and Mr. Gray replied it cannot be used. Mr. Sheldon suggested that a used machine be trans- ferred to the Veterans ' Department and a new one be purchased. The Chairman suggested that the Veterans ' Agent use the machine in Mr. Gray's office and in the mean- time Mr. Gray would come back to the Board with a report as to where a new electric typewriter can be used. Mr. Gray read a letter from the Planning Board stating it believes that unless the right of way of Worthen Road north of Marrett Road and extending as Right of far as the land of Ashley is secured now, the construe- way Worthen tion of houses in the area may make a future acquisition Rd. north extremely costly. The Planning Board recommended that of Marrett the Selectmen begin as soon as practicable negotiations Road for the acquisition of this strip of land and it re- quested that an article be inserted in the warrant for the next town meeting for purchase of the land or authority to take it by eminent domain. Mr. Carroll said there is no question about the fact the town should acquire a piece of land here to block any development of the area, but he questioned whether or not the Board should go to the extreme of acquiring 500 feet. He stated if 500 feet is acquired, the Town will not get whoever owns the property to develop it and that is the whole idea of Worthen Road. He said this is something the Board should look at very carefully but he did not think the area acquired should be back any further than 100 feet . The Chairman said when this subject was discussed with the Department of Public Works, a different treat- ment of Marrett Road and Worthen Road was considered. v J 31 He said before any layout is made, something should be designed and discussed with the Department of Public Works. Mr. Carroll said it would be better going into Town Meeting with some plan of what the Board wants rather than say just a ten-foot strip. It was suggested that the Planning Board be advised the Selectmen want to work on this, and the Chairman said the Board should come up with a plan and then go into the Department of Public Works. Mr. Gray read a letter from the Planning Board re- commending the extension of Outlook Drive to Marrett Road and requesting that the Selectmen insert an article in the warrant for the next Town Meeting to lay out and con- Outlook struct that portion of Outlook Drive between its present Drive southerly limit and Marrett Road. It was agreed to include an item in the 1967 budget and also to include the extension of Outlook Drive in the list of streets to be presented at the Annual Town Meeting in March, 1967, Mr. Gray read a three-page report, dated April 11, 1966, from the Traffic Stuffy Committee relative to the problem of vehicles exiting from Eldred Street onto Bedford Street. The Committee recommended that the Board request the State Department of Public Works to install a flashing yellow light. Mr. Burnell said he did not think this was any solution to the problem. He said the Board could see by the other suggestions that there is still no solution to this problem at Eldred Street, He said he thought a trip light would be the best solution and he hoped some sort of signs back toward Route 128 would alert people so they would avoi* rear-end collisions. He said putting in the yellow flash- ing light was a waste of money and it would not prove anything. The Chairman asked how long it would take to get a flashing yellow light after the Board petitioned the State. Mr. Carroll replied he thought it would be done this year. Mr. Cole arrived at the meeting at 7:50 and conducted the meeting for the remainder of the evening. Mr. Cataldo reported there has been some talk about developing the rest of that land and perhaps the Board should look at the whole problem . Mr. Carroll said he was not sure throwing the traffic at the intersection of Hartwell Avenue and Bedford Street was a good solution. He said there really is not the problem here that people think there is. The two things the people in the area have said are, #1, it is a dangerous intersection. The statistics do not bear that out in the number of accidents, and #2, they claim 12 traffic has to wait there. He said a count was made there and he has three rolls of film that do not bear this out. The State says there are thousands of inter- sections much worse than this one. If the people think it is as serious as they do, they could find alternate routes. He reported that the committee feels the Board should not request something that would definitely cause rear-end collision and Chief Corr can show wherever there are traffic lights, there are rear-end collisions. He said the State just will not install traffic lights here. Mr. Gray reported the committee had gone over this again at the request of the Chairman of the Board of Selectmen. Mr. Mabee asked if the State differentiated between a trip light and asked if it would approve a trip light. Mr. Carroll said the State claims the rush hour traffic coming out of Eldred Street will keep the light working con- tinually. He said the problem is there is fast-moving traffic coming off Route 128. The cars will jam on their brakes and immediately there is a rear-end problem. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to petition the State Department of Public Works for the installation of a flashing yellow light at the Eldred Street and Bedford Street intersection. Mr. Gray reported that Mrs. Morey telephoned a few minutes before the Selectmen ' s Meeting and asked if there is a planned program for the opening of the Public Facili- ties Building, and if so, she would like a copy. She also asked about the sign. The Chairman said there is no planned program. It is just Open House. Mr. Carroll said he thought he was supposed to do something about a sign. It was agreed to put both church signs and the Public Facilities Building sign on one structure. The Chairman said the Board agreed to permit the Council of Churches to place a sign inside the building and now there is some question as to the exact location. He said he understood it was to be placed between the two windows on the left as one goes into the building. Mr. Burnell said his thought was itutuld go to the right of the counter there. He said before any more signs are put in there or plaques are placed on the wall, particularly this one, the Board shoald look at the possibility of placing this at the end of the bookcase, the back seotion of the information ---. The Chairman said he thought, personally, it would be better between the two windows. In any event, open house is Sunday and they want the sign in by then. Mr. Adams adked about the hours for the open house. Upon motion duly made andsecon ded, it was voted to establish the hours for Open House on Sunday, April 17, 1966, from 1:00 P.M. until 5: 00 P.M. 33 It was finally agreed to let the Chairman decide where the sign is to be placed. Mr. Mabee pointed out if no one likes the location, the sign can always be placed somewhere else Mr. Gray reported that Mrs . Morey mentioned the diorama and he said the price for the base is $600 She suggested that it be moved now and placed in the building for Open House and for April 19. He said at some appropri- ate time when money is available, the base can be put on. He said he has discussed moving it with Mr Nyren. Mr. Burnell said he believed the committee wants the diorama on the wall at the base of the stairs on the northwest side . He said for the moment, he would suggest that it be set up not against the wall that faces Bedford Street but the wall that faces the church on the back wall between the base of the back stairs and the wall. This still leaves the larger part of the floor open for circu- lation. The Board had no objection and asked Mr. Gray to make arrangements to have the diorama moved and also to call Mr. Wark in regard to the Council of Churches ' sign. The Chairman read a letter from the Chamber of Com- merce regarding the arrangements for the operation of the Information. Information Square in the Public Facilities Building. Square - The Chamber agreed that the Board of Selectmen and the Pub. Fac. Superintendent of Public Works would be the only persons Building to whom the Chamber of Commerce would be responsible. Notice was received from the Alcoholic Beverages Commission relative to the sale and delivery of alcoholic Package beverages on Patriots' Day, April 19. Goods Store Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to request all "Package Goods" Stores"i+iay sell and deliver alsmhblix beverages until eleven-thirty o'clock P.M. on Monday, the night before the holiday Letter was received from Kenneth Garland, 33 Wyman Road, questioning a charge made to him for the use of the ambulance. Ambulance The Chairman reported Mr Garland called him on other ramifications of the accident , and said he would answer the latter A list of Town Meeting Members and the areas in which they indicated interest was received from Mary Lou Touart, Clerk of the Town Meeting Members Association. "to remain closed for the entire day. "Package Goods" stores 34 Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Town Meet- to call a Special Town Meeting on Monday, June 20, 1966, ing at 8:00 P.M. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Warrant to close the warrant for the Special Town Meeting to be held on June 20, 1966, May 2, 1966. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Bond to approve bond #632130 in the amount of $1,000 on behalf of the Executive Clerk to the Board of Selectmen . Letter was received from Rev. Harold T. Handley April 19 requesting approval to erect a stand on the lawn of the Recboby, 1888 Massachusetts Avenue, on April 19. The Board had no objection. Letter was received from 'William F. Bongiorno requesting permission, on behalf of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, to sell balloons from property of the Colonial Garage on April 19. The Board had no objection. Letter was received from Dr. Zolot requesting April 19 permission, on behalf of the Lexington Jaycees, to set up a booth on April 19 in the library driveway, next to the Douglass Funeral Home. Mr. Gray said he asked Dr Zolot if he meant the library driveway or Douglass ' driveway and apparently they want both The Chairman said if the Library Trustees want to grant permission, the Board would have no objection. Mr. Gray was requested to contact Dr. Zolot by tele- phone . Letter was received from George D. Comley, request- ing permission, on behalf of the 4-H Clubs of Lexington, April 19 to sell popcorn bars April 19. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the request . Letter was received from Mrs. Robert B. Kent re- questing permission, on behalf of the Lexington Roxbury April 19 Summer Day Camp. to sell balloons on April 19. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the request. Application was received from Frank T. Samuel requesting permission, on behalf of the New England Use .of ;Hall LaCrosse Officials Association, to conduct a meeting in Estabrook Hall on April 25, 1966, from 7:45 P.M. until 11:00 P.M { 35 Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the use of the hall subject to a fee of $3.95 per hour for custodian 's overtime services. Application for position of Comptroller was re- ceived from Edward F. Monaghan, P.O.Box 358, Route 2, Comptroller Arnold, Maryland. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to renew Mr. Robert Rockwell 's Auctioneer License. License Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant Yearly Dump Permits to the following: Mead Bros. Tree Service, Inc. Bedford John A. Carrier Watertown John A. Colette Bedford Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the minutes of the Selectmen's Meeting held on April 14, 1966. Minutes Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to sign the following Sidewalk Orders: IIBedford Street, on the northerly side from the Boston and Maine Railroad a distance of 1136 Sidewalk feet, more or less , easterly; Orders Blossom Street, from Concord Avenue a distance of 67 feet , more or less, northerly; Oak Street on the northerly side from Ellis Street a distance of 260 feet, more or less, easterly; Revere Street on the easterly aide from Bedford Street to Hancoc)c Street a distance of 1972 feet, more or less; Worthen Road on the easterly side from Massachusetts Avenue a distance of 600 feet, more or less , northeahterly. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to sign the following Street Orders; Brigham Road from Hancock Street a distance of 614.8 feet, more or less , westerly; Dewey Road from Grove Street a distance of 680 feet, more or less, easterly; Juniper Place from °Mariam Street a distance of 432 feet, more or less , westerly; Mill Brook Road from Suzanne Road a distance of 137 Street feet, more or less, easterly; Orders Mohawk Drive from Oak Street a distance of 377 feet, more or less, easterly; 36 Partridge Road from Turning Mill Road to Turning Mill Road; Susanne Road from 375 feet, more ae less, south of Mill Brook Road to 620 feet, more or less, north of Mill Brook Road. Mr. Gray reported he had scheduled a meeting with Meeting Gordon Steele, Chairman of the School Sites Committee, for Thursday morning. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it pias voted to make the following appointments: NAME COMMITTEE TERM Robert E. Bond Recreation April 30, 1969 Eleanor B. Litchfield Town Celebrations April 30, 1969 Anthony Sperduto " " April 30, 1969 Elizabeth C. Severance " " April 30, 1969 Stanley E. Robbins Fire Commissioners May 1, 1969 George E. Bullock Standing Plumbing & Building By-Law April 30, 1960 Perry D. Lord " " April 30, 1969 Richard W. Souza " " April 30, 1969 Carl A. Carlson Dog Officer May 1, 1967 Dr. Howard A. Smith a " May 1, 1967 Mr. Gray reported receipt of an American flag, given by the Daughters of the American Revolution, for the Public Flag D A R Facilities Building. The Board was opposed to placing the flag on the build- ing and instructed Mr. Gray to advise Mrs. Coe that the Board feels, with the flag flying on the Green on a twenty- four hour basis, it would be more fitting to have a flag inside the Public Facilities Building. The Chairman read a letter from Mr. Carroll advising that an additional $22,300 is needed to complete the Article various items of work which the contractor is doing for the State in constructing Town utilities under Route 2. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to insert an article in the warrant for the Special Town Meeting to be held on June 20, 1966. The Chairman read a letter from Miss Marcia Dane, 11 Vine Brook Road, requesting installation of a sidewalk Sidewalk and shoulder in front of her dwelling. Mr. Carroll said he would take care of this request. 37 The Chairman read a letter from Mrs. Robert Doran, daughter of the late John A. Wilson, relative to a bill for a sewer assessment on his property on Fern Street. Mr. Carroll submitted a plan and stated this sewer was installed last year, and it does not go through the Wilson sewer Wilson land. In assessing betterments for the sewer, betterment to make sure he did not miss the property, an assessment was made against the McGann and Wilson properties. He said it might be a good idea to discuss this with Mrs. Doran. He agreed to contact her. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the petition and sign the order for the follow- Pile ing JO pole Locations: locations Lowell Street, westerly side, southerly from a point approximately 75 feet south of North Street, -- Twenty-five poles. (Twenty-five existing JO poles to be removed. ) Instrument was received from the Boston Edison Company for the Board's signatures relative to granting an easement transferring ownership of one pole on Hillside Edison Avenue. easement Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the easement and sign the instrument. ' Mr. Cataldo questioned the Board' s authority to grant the easement and referred to a similar situation relative to utility poles on the Hancock School property. Mr. Gray was requested to check into this further. The Chairman read a letter from Harold P. Sinclair, 590 Lowell Street, claiming damage in the amount of $150 Sinclair for the loss of shade trees in connection with slope easements taken on Lowell Street. He also complained about the condition in which the contractor left his driveway. The Chairman said he would refer the letter to Town Counsel and have an appraisal made. The complaint about the driveway would be taken up with the contractor by Mr. Carroll. The Chairman read a letter from Abbott Engineering, Inc. , 296 State Street , Boston, relative to the Town paying for street lights on the newest section of Route 2.. Mr. Carroll said this letter was applicable only Route 2 to the section of Route 2 presently being designed and lighting there is very little of it in Lexington. He did not think there Was any necessity for the Town to become involved. Mr. Mabee said illumination is needed for the intersection of Massachusetts Avenue and Route 2A. 6 1 38 At 9:00 P.M. , Messrs. Kolovson, Tarbox, Trani and Brown met with the Board relative to Lexington Center. The Chairman explained the Board had invited the original Revitalization Committee in because it felt some definite steps have to be taken on implementing the vote of Town Meeting, and stated the Board has some reservations. He said the Selectmen are too busy to meet on a continuing basis with people trying to plan the center. It felt the Revitalization Committee has served its purpose up to this point and it was suggested that the Board appoint a new committee to interview arca- Committee tecta, finalize plans, submit the manes of at least three Revitali- architects to the Board. zation of Mr. Trani asked who would serve on this committee. ILex Center The Chairman said this would be for the Board to decide and his suggestion would be the Chairman of the Board or his designee, Superintendent of Public Works, Executive Assistant to the Board, someone from the Plan- ning Board, one member from the original Revitalization Committee and one member from the expanding committee. These people could go back to the groups they represented. Mr. Kolovson said his only concern would be that all groups that have had a part in this development thins far would continue to have an interest in what is taking place. Mr. Mabee asked who else in his group Mr. Koloveen would be interested in having on this committee. Mr. Kolovson replied the Board's suggestion comprised the general committee. He said they started a year ago, at which time a committee to study the revitalization was appointed. After Town Meeting and the study was voted on, he thought it was at that time they asked that the steering committee be expanded with specific names. When they came back, they were asked that the committee be enlarged. He said they operated after that point with a larger committee. Mr. Mabee asked if the Chamber of Commerce was well represented. Mr. Tarbox replied originally it was represented by two members. He said the main point, as far as he is concerned, is that the committee be made up of people in- terested in keeping this thing going along. The Chairman said this would be a working committee. Mr. Cataldo said two different jobs are being dis- cussed. The Committee the Board is talking about tonight is t o get Massachusetts Avenue designed and beautified, and make recommendations to the Board. This committee of five or six could meet with all interested groups. It could talk to the Chamber of Commerce and the merchants. Mr. Mabee said there is $60,000 to be spent. The matter to be resolved is of beautification vs Massachusetts Avenue. This is what the committee will make recommendations on to the Board of Selectmen . It will make a recommen- dation as to how the problem of the width vs beautification and recommend architects. Mr. Kolovson said they have been preoccupied with this for nine months and maybe the width takes in ten pages out of 100 in the study. There is a great deal more in the study that they have not been able to give to the Board because of the time factor. He asked if the new committee was to handle rezoning recommendations and new sign by-laws. The Chairman said it is his understanding if this committee is created, it will be to implement the vote of the Town Meeting as far as the $60,000 is concerned. The Revitalization Committee , so-called, would continue to explore and develop further ramifications of the center. Mr. Tarbox said this would be an operational committee for the $60,000. The Chairman said the functions of this new committee would be to get all the details worked out and come back to the Board with recommendations. Mr. Cataldo said the new committee would operate the same as the barn committee, and all decisions would be made by the Board of Selectmen. Mr. Kolovson said he personally thought this was a fair way of carrying on with the job. Mr. Tarbox said he had no objections. Mr. Brown said he agreed with t he intent but asked if a step was being taken to branch out with another committee. The Chairman said the committee will come to the Board of Selectmen with recommendations, but also will keep other groups informed as to proceedings. He explained the Selectmen want to avoid having meetings with t hirty or forty people. Mr. Mabee said the idea is good, but he knew, and all present knew, there was a terrific diversion of opinion on what constitutes beautification and what constitutes a travelled way. There should be a balance of diversions of opinion and it should not be heavily weighted one way or another. The Chairman said if it were left to him, he would suggest the Chairman of the Board, or his designee, Super- intendent of Public Works, Executive Assistant, Mr. Kblovson, because he has been Chairman. Then there was the expanded committee and he said he thought there should be a woman, and he suggested Mrs. Scharfman, a representative of the design advisory group, and Mr. Greeley of the Planning Board, who was very interested. Mr. Mabee said the Board of Selectmen has a very heavy hand with Mr. Gray, Mr. Carroll and the Chairman . He said the Selectmen are already committed and on record and he would like to see a real diversion of opinion. Mr. Caia1do said the Chairman was talking about seven or eight people and the only way it was possible to get people together on the barn committee was to start every morning at eight o'clock. 40 Mr. Mabee said he thought the idea was good, but he wanted to be on record as being cautious about the weight of the committee. Mr. .K9lovson said he would hope this could be entered/if1 'ehe proper spirit. Mr. Mabee said three members of this committee have already taken a very strong position and are on record. Mr. Cataldo said the Board is committed to sixty feet, four lanes of travel and two parking. The Chairman stated the Board did say, on the basis of information available to it , it was committed to a travelled way not less than sixty feet but he also made the statement at Town Meeting this was the Boardts position until and unless it is refuted or rebutted by experts who did not agree with the Board. Mr. Cati1do said there was a good understanding at Town Meeting what the position was going to be . Mr. Mabee said the Board agreed before Town Meeting that it would disagree. The Chairman said the statement he read at Town Meeting was one in which he felt the whole Board concurred. Mr. Kolovson said he thought it would be most unfortu- nate if the people on this new committee could not work together in the proper spirit. Mr. Cataldo said this was fine if it would not take six months. Mr. Kblovson said he did not see how it could take six months. Mr. Tarbox said no matter what the committee thought it would still end up with the Selectmen. Mr. Mabee said there is no point in having a com- mittee unless the Board takes some of its recommendations to heart. Mr. Tarbox said if the Selectmen have individually made up their minds, no matter what the committee does, it will still be in the Selectments hands to settle. The Chairman said the door had been left open and asked what was wrong with the balance of the committee. Mr. Kolovson said more important to him is the spirit in which the new committee is going to work. He disliked to start discussing about balances. Mr. Mabee said he voted with the Board of Selectmen for a sixty-foot right of way. He said if this committee comes back and says it wants to consider something other than sixty feet, he would take another look at it. Mr. Carroll said the beautification experts have to have an open mind also. Mr. Kolovson said he hoped he could speak on behalf of Mr. Sasaki, and for himself, he would enter into this in the right spirit. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to appoint the following individuals to serve on an Im- plementation Committee: Messrs. Cole, Gray, Carroll, 41 Kolovson, Seharfman, Sasaki and Greeley; Mr. Cole to act as Chairman. The group retired at 9:33 P.M. Mr. Cataldo expressed strong opposition to the makeup of the committee. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing, deliberating or voting on matters which, if made public, Executive might adversely affect the public security, the financial Session interest of the Town, or the reputation of any person. Following discussion pertaining to the sewer system and drainage with Mr. Carroll, it was voted to resume the open meeting. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 10:15 P.M. A true record, Attest; � xec�5tivelerelectn qtr 1 42 5Z SELECTMEN'S MEETING April 20, 1966 1 A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Selectmen's Room, Town Office Building, on Wednesday, April 20, 1966, at 7:30 P.M. Messrs. Burnell, Cataldo, Sheldon and Mabee were present. Mr. Gray, Executive Assistant, Mr. Carroll, Superintendent of Public Works, and Miss Murray, Executive Clerk, were also present. In the absence of the Chairman, Mr. Burnell conducted the meeting until the Chairman arrived at 7:50 P.M. At the request of Miss Mary R. McDonough, Town Clerk, Juror one juror, George A. Davidson, 6 Revere Street, was drawn for jury duty. Mr. Carroll mentioned the possibility of obtaining Federal aid for the trunk sewers and asked the Board to Federal authorize him to sign a preliminary inquiry form to find aid for out if the Town is eligible. trunk Upon motion duly and seconded, it was voted to sewers authorize Mr. Carroll to sign a preliminary inquiry form relative to Federal aid for trunk sewers. Mr. Carroll reported on bids taken for three pickup trucks as follms: Rowe Chevrolet, Inc. $5,779.00 Truck bids Automotive Service 6,205.56 Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to accept the low bid of $5,779.00 net received from Rowe Chevrolet, Inc. Mr. Carroll reported on bids taken for a car to Bid on be used by him as Superintendent of Public Works as car for follows: Supt. Rowe Chevrolet, Inc. $2,070.00 Dunn Ford Sales 2,300.00 Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to accept the low bid of $2,070.00 net received from Rowe Chevrolet, Inc. Mr. Carroll reported on bids taken for fill for Dump fill the dump as follows: IIbids Acme Sand & Gravel 85,E per cubic yard Trebino 98X " " " Ruggiero $1.08 " Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to accept the low bid of 851i per cubic yard received from the Acme Sand & Gravel Company. The Chairman read a letter from Peter M. Hose' , 23 Suzanne Road, requesting the Town to convert an open ditch into a covered culvert. Mr. Carroll submitted a plan and indicated the parcel of land involved with the exchange of land with Castoldi. He explained, with reference to Castoldi' s first subdivi6 sion, there was a brook that ran down to "here" from west to east. The Town made him put a pipe in and he boxed it through his subdivision. This left an open brook through Town land. He said in the second subdivision, Hose' re- again this was Town land, and he was required to box it quest to to the main brook which heft an open ditch. Mr. Hose' pipe ditch acquired from Castoldi this parcel Al and he is talking about ten or fifteen feet on his own land. Mr. Carroll said if the Board decides to do this, it should go from "here" to "here". He said he was not sure there is any benefit to the public at large, and he would say there is not . He said he f elt the benefit is to Mr. Hose' and he did not think the Town should pipe it . Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to deny Mr. Hose's request. The Chairman read a letter from Henry Chin Park, requesting permission to move a building from 740 Concord Turnpike, Belmont, to Hayes Lane, Lexington. Mr. Carroll advised this man has already been told to contact a mover and have the mover contact him so he Permit could go over the route. He said the best thing to do is to have the Chairman write and tell Mr. Park to get in touch with him, Mr. Carroll. Mr. Cataldo said he felt the Board should not allow the mover to go through the Center again. Mr. Carroll said he thought Mrl Cataldo should qualify that in what time the Board wants the house to go through the Center. He said Mr. Mazerall has looked at this and said he did not anticipate any difficulty with trees. Mr. Cataldo explained he was not referring to trees; the last time, the stores were without electricity. Mr. Carroll said he could advise the mover that the Board does not want any interruption of service to the merchants in the Center . The Chairman read a letter from Mr. Irwin, with reference to property at 475 Massachusetts Avenue, Basil L. Cummings, stating prior to Town Meeting and as a result Cummings ' of further complaints, the Chairman asked to be reminded property again of the existing problem as he expected the Board to take action under Chapter 139 of the General Laws. 44 CAD N4 The Chairman asked Mr. Gray to have the file on this available for the next Board meeting. 11Mr. Gray stated the first step would be to have Mr. Irwin make another inspection. The Chairman read a letter from Mr. Irwin, enclosing copy of letter he sent to Town Counsel regarding Country- Countryside side property. The Chairman said within the next two or ,three days, he would sit down with Mr. Irwin and discuss the subject. The Chairman read a letter from Doris M. Coughlin, 11 Wingate Road, stating that she has not received a reply to her letter of February 211., 1966. The Chairman reported that on March 1, adknowledge- Coughlin ment was made, and he stated in the letter a complete claim report would be submitted to Town Counsel, and this has been done. Form notice was received from the State Department of Natural Resources relative to the use of pesticides. Pesticides Mr. Gray explained the memorandum is merely a warn- ing to cities and towns to use care in the pesticides they use. The Chairman read a letter from the Board of Fire Commissioners stating if and when the Police Department Police radios are changed, the Commissioners would like con- radios sideration in obtaining one. The Chairman stated these radios have been spoken for by the Public Works Department. Mr. Gray said it was agreed that the eight units would go to the Department of Public Works. The Chairman read a letter from the Planning Board with reference to the Central Business District, dated April 15, 1966, stating it is that Board's hope that the Central Selectmen would not decide any major steps without giving Business the Planning Board an opportunity to study them and make District recommendations. The Chairman said he thought there had been some misunderstanding relative to the purpose of the committee. He said the revitalization committee is still in existence, and the new committee was formed as a committee to bring back all the information to the Board of Selectmen so it can make a dthcision; it is only collecting and corrglating information to bring back to the Board. He said he would answer the Planning Board as in the past the Selectmen will continue not to work in the dark and keep it enlightened as to whatever is proceeding under the Board's jurisdiction. The Chairman read a letter from R . Lindsay Shives, AIA, Still River, Massachusetts, relative to the proposed II enlargement of the present Town Office Building. The 45 Chairman sugLested that the letter be referred to the com- I/ mittee that will be handling this. Certificaticn of Representatives was received from the Labor Relations Commission in the matter of the Town of Lexington and International Association of Fire Fighters Local 1491. An election by secret ballot was conducted Local on March 30, 1966 with the following results: 1491 Total number eligible 47 Total ballots cast 40 Ballots ca t for the Union 38 Ballots cast against the Union2 Ballots protested 0 Blabk and void ballots 0 Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to certify the character of Karl G . Fredrikson, 48 Golden Avenue, satisfactory references having been received Cert. of from the Chief of Police. Mr. Fredrikson has applied Inc. to the Secretary of State for a Certificate of Incorporation Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to certify the character of Phyllis Buda Norton, 22 Crescent Hill Avenue, satisfactory references having Cert. of been received from the Chief of Police. Miss Norton Inc. has applied to the Secretary of State for a Certificate of Incorporation. Letter was received from Alford S. Peckham re- questing permission, on behalf of the Lexington Youth Baseball Leagues, to hold a parade on Saturday, April 30, Parade 1966, and asking a member of the Board to participate. The Chairman agreed to represent the Board. Upon motion duly made and secnnded, it was voted to grant the request. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the Lexington Science Engineering group per- mission to fold a dinner meeting in Cary Memorial Hall Use of on May 5, 1966, from 6:30 P.M. until 11:00 P.M. , free hall of charge, subject to custodian's fee of $4.18 per hour for overtime services. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the Lexington Sons of Italy permission to con- duct on-duct a banquet and dance in Cary Memorial Hall on June Use of 18, 1966, from 4:00 P.M. until 12:00 midnight, subject to hall a charge of $35.00, plus custodian's fee of $4.18 per hour for overtime services. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the Senior Citizens Club permission to hold 46 pliao meetings in Cary Memorial Hall on the third Monday of each month, beginning in September, from 1:00 P.M. until 4:30 P.M. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Permit to grant a Yearly Dump Permit to Nelson F. Fleming, Old Bedford Road, Concord. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Minutes to approve the minutes of the Selectmen 's Meeting held on Monday, April 11, 1966. Mrs. A. R. Doherty, a gentleman and two teenagers, met with the Board relative to the use of Cary Memorial Hall on April 16, 1966, by the "Unknowns". The Chairman stated he received a report of the last time the group used the hall. According to the report the door to the ladies ' toilet had been ripped off and a piece of marble torn from the wall. Broken coke bottles were found in the yard and some of the group went into the hall at four o'clock, whereas the appli- cation specified eight o' clock. One of the boys said he knewthe girl= who knocked the door down and it was an accident. The door came off the beginning of the night, and it was part way off when they came in. He said if it meant they would have to pay for it, they would, although they did not do the damage, but were using the hail. He said they only had five coke bottles missing. They found two on the floor and two were taken by the band, which left one. He said if there were bottles broken on the ground, they would have picked them up, and he did not think those bottles were theirs. Mrs. Doherty said they offered to help clean up and were told by the janitor he did not need them. The Chairman asked what time they went into the hall and one of the boys replied about quarter to six. He said they were renting the hall from eight until eleven and he figured they would have to go in to set it up. Mr. Mabee explained the custodian figures the use of the building is from eight until eleven if that is what is on the application. He said very definitely the group should include in the application the setup time. He said the custodian should open the door, let the group in„ know who they are and help them set up. The Chairman asked about the condition of the door. Mr. Carroll replied the door was taken off. It apparently had been taken off at some previous time and it was not put back properly and could have come off accidently. The Chairman asked about the condition of the other doors, and Mr. Carroll replied he did not look atihem. A gentleman, who did not give his name for the record, said he was a chaperon at the dance and this door came off in the ladies' room. One of the other doors is ready to come off. He said these doors consist of a strip of 47 marble which is about four inches wide, one inch thick and five feet long which is screwed into the dowel. There should be lead dowels, and he said it is quite likely that the door will fall off within a week with normal use. Mr. Burnell and Mr. Sheldon said they had no objection to giving the group another chance. The Chairman explained when he received the report, he tentatively cancelled the use of the hall for Saturday night. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to instruct the Chairman to remove the cancellation and the Chair so instructed, so did. Mr. Cataldo advised the next time something like this happens, it should be brought to the custodian's attention immediately and then there will be no problem. He said in this instance, the custodian did not know under what conditions the incident occurred. Mr. Mabee mentioned the time requested for next Saturday and pointed out the custodian would have to be paid for whatever time he is on duty. One of the boys said they would change it to 6:00 P.M. until midnight. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to accept the change in the hours, the building to be open from 6:00 P.M. until midnight. The group retired at 8:20 P.M. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing, Executive deliberating or voting on matters which, if made public, Session might adversely affect the public security, the financial interest of the Town, or the reputaion of any person. Meesrs. Parrish and Blaisdell of the Appropriation Committee met with the Board. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to resume the open meeting. No business was transacted. Mr. George H. Matheson, Jr. , President of Manhattan Builders, Inc. , met with the Board. Mr. Matheson said he bought the land on the entrance to the parking lot and he understood the overhang was to go to the end of the Manhattan Building but finds it should go to the end of the present building he just built. He said he would like to have the Board look at the finished product and consider the possibility of not continuing it. He asked the Board to review what has been done, to see if it would be practical to leave it as it is. Mr. Carroll said the agreement stated Mr. Matheson is to cover the entire length of the easement beyond the building. Mr. Matheson agreed. 48 N The Chairman read from the agreement "That it will promptly erect and forever maintain, in accordance with the provisions of the Lexington Building By-Law from time to time in effect and in accordance with the provisions of any laws or by-laws enacted or adopted in place thereof, a roof or roofs over all portions of the "101 Easement" described in paragraph A hereof that are not covered by any extension of building permitted under the preceding paragraph hereof. Such roof or roofs shall be subject to the same height limitations as specified herein for the aforesaid extension or extensions." Mr. Cataldo said he thought the Board should release Mr. Matheson from the front part and t ake a look at the back part. Mr. Sheldon said he would like to look at it. Mr. Matheson said as far as _the lighting goes, he put in twelve lights. He has six now on with a time clock and six additional ones boxed off. Mr. Matheson retired. Messrs. Parri::h and Blaisdell, of the Appropriation Committee, met with the Board. Uppn motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Executive to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing, Session deliberating or voting on matters which, if made public, might adversely affect the public security, the financial interest of the Town, or the reputation of any person. Following discussion involving the Accounting Department, Inspections Department, awards of damages on the various streets, submitted by Mr. Carroll, it was voted to resume the open meeting. Messrs. Parrish and Blaisdell retired at 9:10 P.M. Mr. Carroll returned to the meeting and referred to street takings for 1966 and informed the Board there are fourteen. The Chairman said he thought one motion would cover Street it as long as it covers them specifically. takings Mr. Carroll read the awards recommended by him and Town Counsel as follows: Middleby Road Owner Lot No. Damages Alexander M. & Louise A. Hahigian, h/w 36 $ 25.00 Ralph J. & Dora E. Frissore, h/w C none Howell C. & Janet F. Rice, h/w 153 500.00 Otis J. & Hannah M. Conner, h/w 154 150.00 1 Thomas E. & Lorette A. Rafferty, h/w 37 300.00 49 Moreland Avenue Owner Lot No. Damages George L. & Demetra A. Stamens, h/w 1 none Daisy G. Wilson none Laconia Street Frank E. & Catherine Ward, h/w 7 50.00 Howard G. & Audrey S. VanAlstine, h/w 8 50.00 Agnes T. Kelly 100.00 Butler Avenue Richard D. & Viola D. Tracey, h/w B 25.00 Janet L. Cameron 511-512-513 25.00 David C. & Margaret A. Hatfield, h/w 322-323-324 25.00 Henry W. & Arlene V . Dooley, h/w A 25.00 Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to make takings and award damages as recommended by town Counsel and the Superintendent of Public Works. The Chairman said that Dennis Slone called in regard to Route 2. The Chairman told him he would check with Commissioner Sargent 's office and get a commitment from them whenthey make a decision to give the Board time to Route 2 take any further steps it may want to. He said the only other step is with the Federal Bureau of Roads and having a hearing. Mr. Carroll suggested that a member of the Board, or Mr. Gray, and he go in to see Jack Gardner to find out if he has made any progress. The Chairman said to ask him if he has made any decision. Mr. Carroll said he would bring back a report to the Board Monday night. Mr. Cataldo asked in what capacity Dr. Slone called and the Chairman replied he is the one many people consider as Spokesman for the group. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 9:45 P.M. II A true record, Attest: ' , � GGA ecvrilh^tiv Clerk Selec men r 1 50 ra SELECTMEN'S MEETING April 25, 1966 1 A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Selectmen's Roam, Town Office Building on Monday, April 25, 1966 at 7:30 P.M. Chairman Cole, Messrs. Burnell, Cataldo, Sheldon and Mabee were present. Mr. Legro, Town Counsel, Mr. Gray, Executive Assistant, Mr. Carroll, Superintendent of Public Works, and Miss Murray, Executive Clerk, were also present. Mr. Leon A. Burke, Jr., Director of Guides, met with the Board and introduced Gerald Silva, applicant for a Guide's License. He stated Mr. Garrity had tested him and found him to be qualified and he also Guide interviewed him. license The Chairman told the applicant he would be one of the first impressions of Lexington to most people coming into town. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant Gerald Silva, 9 Longfellow Road, a Guide License. The Chairman presented the license and badge. Messrs. Burke, Silva and his father retired at 7:30 P.M. Hearing was declared open upon petition of the Boston Edison Company and the New England Telephone and Telegraph Company for permission to locate one pole on Freemont Street. Pole Notices of the hearing were mailed to the location petitioners, owners of property as listed on the petitioners' plans and also filed with the Superin- tendent of Public Works. Mr. Lewis Jones, representing the Boston Edison Company, was the only person present at the hearing. He explained the proposed location. The Chairman read a letter from Warren S. Little, $7 Freemont Street, stating he favored the proposed location and thought it was the result of hismequest to the Boston Edison Company. The hearing was declared closed. Hearing was declared open upon petition of the Boston Edison Company and the New England Telephone and Telegraph Company for permission to locate one pole on Larchmont Lane. Notices of the hearing were mailed to the petitioners, owners of the property as listed on the Pole petitioners ' plans and ales filed with the Superinten- location dent of Public Works. 51 Mr. Lewis Jones , representing the Boston Edison Company was the only person present at the hearing. He explained the proposed location. The hearing was declared closed. Hearing was declared open upon petition of the Boston Edison Company and the New England Telephone and Telegraph Company for permission to locate one pole on Hudson Road. Notices of the hearing were mailed to the peti- tioners, owners of the property as listed on the Pole petitioners' plans and also filed with the Superinten- location dent of Public Works. Mr. Lewis Jones, representing the Boston Edison Company, was the only person present at the hearing. He explained the pole is to be moved towards the eorner• of the street but will remain in front of the same abutter. The hearing was declared closed. Hearing was declared open upon petition of the Boston Edison Company and the New England Telephone and Telegraph Company for permission to locate one pole on Dane Road. Notices of the hearing were mailed to the peti- tioners, owners of the property as listed on the Pole petitioners' plans and also filed with the Superinten- location dent of Public Works. Mr. Lewis Jones, representing the Boston Edison Company, was the only person present at the hearing. He explained this pole had been requested by the Town so that a street light could be placed in this location. The hearing was declared closed. Mr. Carroll, Superintendent of Public Works, was recorded in favor of all the proposed pole locations. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the petitions and sign the orders for the following j/O pole locations : Freemont Street, westerly side, approximately 176 feet north of Constitution Road, -- One pole; Larchmont Lane, northeasterly side, approximately 256 feet northwest of Revere Street, -- One pole; Hudson Road, northeasterly side, northwesterly from a point ap roximately 35 feet northwest of Winston Road, -- One pole. (One existing JO pole to be removed. ) ; v 9 Dane Road, northeasterly side, approximately 27 feet northwest of Sherburne Boad, -- One pole. Mr. Jones retired at 7:40 P.M. Mr. Gray reported that a representative of the Algonquin Gas Transmission Company furnished the Town with a $15,000 bond apparently for some land takings. Algonquin He recommended that it be referred to Town Counsel gas bond and said he understood the takingswere on private property. Mr. Gray stated that he received a letter from the Planning Board advising that the Massachusetts Planning Federation of Planning Boards will hold its annual Boards ' meeting at the Lexington Motor Inn on May 7, 1966. annual The topic of the meeting will be the laying out and meeting acceptance of streets. He said the Planning Board would like to have a member of the Board of Selectmen, or anyone involved with street acceptances, attend. Mr. Gray stated that he received a request from Chief Corr to insert an article in the warrant for the June 20, 1966 Special Town Meeting to see if the Town will vote to accept Section 20C, Chapter 90 of the General Laws. This is the so-called visible parking ticket law. Article Mr. Legro advised it is similar to the system used in Boston. Fines can be taken care of without criminal records, and they are paid direct to the court. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted that the matter of acceptance of Section 20C, Chapter 90 of the General Laws be placed in the forthcoming warrant for the June Town Meeting. Mr. Gray said the time period has almost expired for the Sergeants' list and he would like to write in for the list. Sergeants ' Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted list to authorize Mr. Gray to request the Division of Civil Service to send the Board the Sergeants ' list. Mr. Legro said he had, for the Board' s execution, an agreement between the Town and the architect for the Public Works Building for preliminary work. Architect 's Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted agreement to execute the agreement as submitted by Town Counsel. No copies were left with the Board. Mr. Carroll referred to sidewalk construction for this year and statedtwo of the sidewalks approved were Grant Street, a distance of 2,800 feet, from East Street Il 533 to Busa's Farm, $5,400 and Colony Road, a distance of ' 600 feet, from Grant Street to Fiske School Drive, $1,800. He said in trying to set up the sidewalk work for this year he had added a couple of the sidewalks approved to street contract on which Whitman & Howard is going to do Sidewalk the engineering work. He said he would like to add these contract two sidewalks to Lazzaro's contract of last year . He is finishing the sidewalks now and it will work out very well. He explained he would not have to adveltize for a small contract and they would be done quickly at the unit price in the original contract with Lazzaro. He suggested that the sidewalk be constructed on the side of the street opposite Busa' s. The Board questioned the location proposed and the Chairman said Mr. Carroll had not made a final determination yet and he thought Mr. Carroll should look at this again. Mr. Carroll reported he went to see Jack Gardner, State Department of Public Works, about the problem of Route 2 and asked him what he had done. Mr. Carroll said he has done almost nothing since the meeting with Commissioner Sargent. He has worked on traffic counts and the only thing he would say is "this intersection is going to be tight". He recognized there will be a Route 2 problem at the intersection of Worthen Road and Pleasant Street. He has not done any work on costs and no one has ' given him a directive to do any work. Mr. Carroll said he did talk to Dr. Slone_ today and he was very much upset but said he would not do anything until Mr. Carroll talked to the Board. The Chairman said Dr. Slone., shouldn't do anything. The Chairman asked Mr. Grty to make a note for him to call Commissioner Sargent. Letter was received from Mrs. Faye J. Kenney, 46 Grapevine Avenue, listing alleged damaLes to her house caused by construction of a new house next door. The Chairman reported he had talked to Mrs. Kenney Claim before the letter was received. He went over to see the property and there seems to be no liability on the part of the Town. He suggested to Mrs . Kenney that she contact her own counsel. Mr. Gray reported as far as the Building Inspector is concerned, there are no violations of the Building By-Laws. The Chairman said he would write to Mrs. Kenney and refer to his meeting with her. Order D.P.U. 15166 Algonquin Gas Transmission Company was received from the D.P.U. Algonquin Mr. Legro advised this is a report of the find- ings of the D.P.U. and the Town has a separate agreement 15166 as a result of the hearing from the Algonquin Gas Trans- 54 mission Company that it will construct the gas line as it crosses public ways in a manner that the Town asked for. He said he had a copy of this Order. He said the Board should keep in mind the Town has the agreement and is now waiting for a copy of the final plan. The Chairman read a letter from Richard Harding, 83 Hill Street, relative to the installation of a sanitary sewer. He asked Mr. Carroll to send a petition out for signatures. Mr. Carroll explained this would be for next year as it involves the installation of a trunk sewer. The Chairman read a letter from Frederick D. Ezekiel, 75 Allen Street, relative to having connecting pipes from his lot line to the Wellington Lane Connector Dry Sewer. Sewer Mr. Carroll reported he was having his Engineering Department prepare a petition to have this sewer put in next year's budget. He said he would obtain a price from the State contractor to see if the Town can get the services in from the side of the road. He said he would reply to Mr. Ezekiel's letter and give the Board a copy'. The Chairman read a letter dated April 19, 1966, from troland B. Greeley relative to his appointment by the Board to the Implementation Committee on Lexington Center. Mr. Greeley felt the Planning Director should bear the same relationship to the Committee as Mr. Gray and Mr. Carroll. Appointment The Chairman said perhaps a better approach would be, where Mr. Gray and Mr. Carroll are on the committee, to put Mr. Zaleski on and he would be the one to keep the Planning Board informed. He said he thought it should be understood this committee is not a decision making committee. It is to collect and correlate information and get it to the Board of Selectmen which is, and will remain, the decision making body. Mr. Sheldon said in the interest of peace and harmony the Board might as well appoint Mr. Zaleski. The Chairman suggested Mr. Zaleski in place of Mr. Greeley. Mr. Sheldon said be thought Mr. Greeley would be of some value on the committee. The Chairman explained a committee exceeding seven in number is apt not to work as efficiently as a smaller number. Mr. Burnell said he w ould put both Mr. Zaleski and Mr. Greeley on the committee. Mr. Cataldo said if the Chairman did not want to work with a committee of eight he should write the Planning Board and so advise it. Mr. Mabee said it is important to have a represen- tative from the Planning Board and suggested that it de- cide who that is to be. 55 Mr. Cataldo reported that Mr. Campbell, Chairman of i the Planning Board, said Mr. Zaleski was going to be on the committee regardless. Mr. Mabee said it is important that the Planning Board be represented and he sug ested that that Board make a choice. It was agreedt hat the Chairman discuss the subject with Mr. Campbell. Letter was received from Hideo Sasaki advising it will not be possible for him to serve on the Implementation Committee on Lexington Center due to the fact he will be out of the country for the next three months. He recom- mended that Walter Pierce serve in his stead. Implementa- Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted tion Comm. to appoint Mr. Walter S. Pierce to serve on the Implementation Committee on Lexington Center. Invitation was received from Leslie H. York, to attend a Board meeting of the TMMA to be held May 12, Tmma meetke 1966, 8:00 P.M. at the home of Alan G . Adams, 15 Somerset Road. Letter was received from the School Committee , dated April 15, 1966, inviting the Board to a meeting on II ppednesday, April 27, 1966 at 8:00 P.M. in the school Kinder- administration building to discuss the kindergarten issue. garten The Chairman read a letter from Nicholas Johnson, Maritime Administrator, U.S. Department of Commerce, Maritime relative to National Maritime Day, Monday, May 23, 1966. Day It was agreed to issue a statement in the Lexington Minute-man calling attention to the President' s Proclamation of National Maritime Day. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant permission to the Ad Hoc Committee to conduct a Use of panel discussion on Vietnam in Cary Memorial Hall on May hall 6, 1966 from 7:30 P.M. until 10:30 P.M. , subject to the established rules and regulations governing the use of the hall. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant permission to The Premiere Performance Company Use of to conduct a poetry workshop in Estabrook Hall on May 7, hall 1966 from 7:00 P.M. until 10:00 P.M. , subject to the established rules and regulations governing the use of the hall. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant permission to the Senior Citizens Club to con- Use of duct a meeting in the Conference Room, Cary Memorial room Building, on May 6, 1966 from 1:00 P.M. until L.:00 P.M. 5ar Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant request, received from the Simon W. Robinson Lodge for permission to change the proposed route of March on June 5, 1966. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted License to deny application for Taxi Driver License filed by denied William Ivarson, Jr. , 26 Cottage Street, Lexington. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant a Taxi Driver License to Ernest F. White, 81 Woburn Street, Lexington, satisfactory character reference having been received from the Chief of Police. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to sign street Orders on the following streets accepted by Streetvote of Town Meeting: Orders Butler Avenue from Carville Avenue to Baker Avenue Middleby Road from Lincoln Street to Outlook Drive Wright Street from Skyview Road to James Street Moreland Avenue from 205 feet, more or less westerly of Fern Street to 355 feet, more carless, westerly of Fern Street Laconia Street from Lowell Street a distance of 170 feet, more or less, westerly. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing, deliberating or voting on matters which, if made public, Executive might adversely affect the public security, the financial Session interest of the Town, or the reputation of any parson. Following discussion relative to accounting matters it was voted to resume the open meeting. Mr. Richard M. Perry, af:plicant for position of Comptroller, met with the Board. The Chairman said Mr. Perry was still interested in the position and Mr. Perry replied in the affima- tive. The Chairman said the Board was disposed at this time to make a motion, he believed. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to appoint Mr. Perry to the position of Comptroller at t he rate of salary as discussed. The Chairman said according to the Act the term runs from April 1 for three years and., addressing Mr. Comptroller Perry, he said he was appointed to fill the unexpired appointed term that will end in 1969, which would be at the rate of $12,000, the details of the classification to be worked out. He said Mr. Perry could give his employer two weeks ' notice and asked when the Board could expect him. Mr. Perry said usually notices are two: weeks, starting on Monday. 57 Mr. Sheldon asked if he wanted to start to work May 16. Mr. Perry replied in the affirmative and said he wo#ld wait until This Friday before he gave notice which would give them two full weeks. Mr. Perry retired at 8:30 P.M. Messrs. Lewellen, Benoit, Maier, Selectmen of the Town of Bedford, and Mr. Burdick, Town Engineer of Bedford, met with the Board. Mr. Carroll had plans placed on the wall and said he thought the gentlemen from Bedford recognized the fact there is a problem that exists because the Town of Bedford is pumping sewage into the Town of Lexington. He stated the most important part of the 1953 agreement is that it limits the Town of Bedford to pumping 800 Bedford gallons a minute. He said at a meeting in December, sewer 1965 it was pointed out to the Bedford Board that Lexington thought the Town of Bedford was exceeding 800 gallons a minute. Subsequently Bedford installed a new meter at the Bedford-Lexington line. He said he pre- sumed it was obvious to the Bedford Selectmen that they were exceeding that particular flow. Mr. Carroll said he would not say this happens constantly but it has be- come, in really wet weather , something that happens every day. He explained the Bedford sewage is being delivered to, a 14" force main, picked up by a gravity sewer and delivered to the pumping station. It is then pumped over the hill to the beginning of the trunk capacity sewer then to the MDC. He stated that in rainy weather the pumping station cannot handle the flow from Lexington's lines and Bedford's lines. The sewage backs up in Lexington's lines and it overflows in the Tophet Swamp and eventually gets back into Bedford, raw sewage into the Shawsheen River. Mr. Carroll said Town Meeting was asked for $166,000 to conttruct a parallel force main to the existing force main. The Town Meeting has not been asked for, but it is planned in the future to request money to increase the actual pumps in the pumping station and it is felt that the Town of Bedford is doing the Town of Lexington an injustice because it is pumping more than 800 gallons a great deal of the time, and number two, because Bedford has exceeded the limits of the agreement which was made a few years ago in which it was outlined the limits where the Town of Bedford could construct its system. He said the map of the Town of Bedford showed the system and said the two parcels referred to in the 'MDC agreement were shown in yellow. The blue and red lines show the location of the Town of Bedford's sewer systffmm He said as far as he knew, at t his point, it was not a coincidence that the Town of Bedford's sewer system is outside the agreement lines it has with the MDC. 58 ar n what ggdfafe449 yaffn f Mr. Carroll had any figures on Mr. Carroll said he had some charts and read to the group that on February 15 Bedford was pumping 1,000 gallons 1 II a minute for half of the day; another day up to 1100 gallons; another day up to 1200 gallons. He said apparently Bedford has the same problem Lexington has, infiltration in the system. The sewage has to overflow some place in the Town of Lexington system and flows into Bedford as raw sewage. Mr. Cataldo said the Board had discussed this with the Bedford Board a year ago and Bedford was going to come up with some recommendations as to how to cope with this. Mr. Lewellen said he thought Bedford was going to listen to Lexington and asked if Mr. Carroll wast talking for the MDC. Mr. Carroll replied in the negative. Mr. Lewellen asked what the Board would like to say about the MDC and Bedford's agreement. Mr. Cataldo said the Board could not talk about the MDC but it could be concerned about Bedford extending over areas. He said Lexington has spent millions of dollars on the system and when the previous meeting adjourned, it was his understanding that Bedford was going to come up with some recommended gallonage figures, but nothing has been heard from them. He said the Lexington Board was not going to let this situation continue, and it is spending considerable money on the system. He said Bedford was fortunate to be able to connect in the beginning and should not abuse the privilege. He said Lexington would like to cooperate but was not going to let this continue as far as he was concerned. He said the Board would listen to what Bedford proposes to do. He said Bedford was going to supply Lexington with gallonage figures and it was left that Bedford would come up with a figure it thought would take care of it in the near future. Mr. Lewellen said if that was true it slipped his mind. Mr. Sheldon said the Boards have to live together and Bedford has to come up with a figure. Lexington can consider that figure and see w here it leads to . He said Bedford knows where its sewers are going tc go. It may want a five year, ten year or maybe fifteen year projection. Mr. Lewellen said this does not seem the practical way to do it. He said outflow goes in increments. Any reasonable increment is based on a pipe size and pump size. He said Bedford could choose a figure that would make Lexington put in a larger figure. Mr. Catildo said the Board could not take Mr. Carroll's time to figure this and he Ahought Bedford should live within the agreement. Mr. Lewellen said he was on the original committee and there was no limitation given t o the sewer Committee which became the Public works. They had no knowledge of any limitation being contemplated either to flow or area. Then included in the act was the specification that the Selectmen of Lexington and Bedford would negotiate the 5 contract. Then a limitation of under 800 gallons a minute showed up in the agreement which was never spoken of. He said one of the Selectmen would not sign it. He said he felt the Selectmen had the agreement for limitation but the Board of Public Works does not. He said he proposed that Bedford try to work out something and it is not trying to hold this up. He said he was willing to help solve Lexington's problem. He said the 800 gallons a minute was put in because Lexington had an 800 gallon pu â–ºp, and when Bedford protested it was said this was something temporary. He said he thought Hugh Dunstan and Mr. Burns said this. From the very first time the pump started, it went more than 800 gallons. It has done this every year since 1953 so it is nothing new. Mr. Cataldo said it is causing some severe problems. Mr. Lewellen said they are caused by Lexington' s own sewage because that is what has grown. He said Lexington got into the sewer business and he did not think it could get out. Any court will agree Lexington can 't stop anyone from getting sewer service once they get into it. Mr. Catlado said Lexington extended service to Bedford for 800 gallons a minute and that is right in the contract. Mr. Legro said he did not care which Boards in':the Town had anything to do with this . The Boards authorized to contract are the two Boards of Selectmen. There is a written agreement between the two Towns. The contract says a maximum rate of flow of 800 gallons a minute; it being always understood that was the ability of the Town of Lexington. This was the reason for the limitation and there is a limitation of 800 gallons a minute. He stated that is all Lexington contracted to take and all Bedford had the right to contribute. He said when Bedford violates that, it violates the contract. He said if they were going to determine whether an agreement is binding on the Town of Lexington or if Lexington can get out of the sew€.r business then he thought he had something to say. Mr. Lewellen said he proposed that Mr. Legro suggest to him what Lexington is ready to do . He said Bedford is not complaining about the situation. Mr. Cataldo said evidently Lexington has been taking more than it is required to take since 1953, and it wants to get this settled. He said Lexington is not going to spend money designing to solve Bedford's problem. He said at the time, it was left Bedford would give Lexington projected figures and Lexington would tell what it would cost to rework the system to take Bedford's gallonage. Mr. Sheldon said he did not see what objection Bedford has to projecting its own needs. He said this Board in effect was saying, how much of a problem is this going to create for Lexington. He asked if there was a I limitation that Mr. Carroll would accept. Mr. Carroll replied it would require a study which _ I 60 at would cost the Town of Lexington a lot of money. He said Lexington system of sewers in the future is going to have to have relief by parallel sewers and he did not know what the Town would need, but he could not set a limit because Bedford could exceed that limit in the future without knowing it. He said Bedford would have to make a study and find out what it wants. He said Lexington might be able to say it would take 3,000 if Bedford would pay for a relief sewer; one-half of it or three-fourth, what- ever the case may be. Mr. Cataldo said anything over the 800 gallons is too much right now, and Bedford will have to be prepared to pay for study, design and construction. He explained the reason Lexington is trying to get Bedford's figures is so it can design the force main. Mr. Burdick said Bedford has no problem from its side on the 800 gallons a minute and Mr. Carroll disagreed. Mr. Lewellen said they have to look at it this way. Is it cheaper for them to lay new mains to cut out infiltration or pay. The Chairman said according to the agreement the maximum rate of flow shall at no time exceed 800 gallons. Mr. Lewellen said it should not take much time to get the figures. Mr. Burdick said he would get on it right away and keep in touch with Mr. Carroll. It was agreed to meet with the Bedford Selectmen in Bedford on Wednesday, June 8. Mr. Cataldo suggested that it be left so Mr. Carroll and Mr. Burdick could get together and then decide on what night the two Boards would meet. The Bedford Selectmen and their engineer retired at 9:20 P.M. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Executive to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing, session deliberating, or voting on matters which, if made public, might adversely affect the public security, the financial interest of the Town, or the reputation of any person. Following discussion with Mr. Carroll pertaining to sewers, department personnel, discussion with Mr. Legro pertaining to legal matters, it was voted to resume the open meeting. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 10:08 P.M. A true record, Attest: j:// xecutive Clerk Selecmen 61 SELECTMEN'S MEETING 1 II May 2, 1966 A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Selectmen's Room, Town Office Building, on Monday, May 2, 1966 at 7:30 P.M. Messrs . Burnell Cataldo, Sheldon and Mabee were present. Mr. Legro, Town Counsel, Mr. Gray, Executive Assistant, Mr. Carroll, Superintendent of Public Works, and Miss Murray, Executive Clerk, were also present. In the absence of the Chairman, Mr. Burnell conducted the meeting until the Chairman arrived at 7:40 P.M. At the request of the Town Clerk five jurors were drawn. Those drawn for jury duty were: Robert H. Hinckley, 2 Baskin Road, John Butler, Jr., 510 Jurors Waltham Street, Daniel P. Barba, 34. Gleason Road and Ernest E. Larkin, 8 Wachusett Drive. Hearing was declared open upon petition of the Boston Edison Company and the New England Telephone and Telegraph Company for permission to locate one pole on Franklin Road. Pole Notices of the hearing were mailed to the location petitioners, owners of property as listed on the petitioners ' plans and also filed with the Superin- tendent of Pgblic Works. Mr. Robert Dunn, representing the New England Telephone and Telegraph Company, was the only person present at the hearing. He explained this is an existing pole. The petitioner is just changing ownership being joint where it was single, owned by the Boston Edison Company. No one wishing to speak in favor or in opposi- tion, the hearing was declared closed. Upon mbtion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the petition and sign the order for the following j/o pole locations: Franklin Road, southwesterly side, approximately 125 feet southeast of Somerset Road, -- One pole. (This is an existing pole, no new pole to be set. ) Mr. Gray stated that Mr. York, Chairman of the Public Facilities Building Committee, has some final Pub. Fac. bills he would like approved. He read the bills as Bldg. Mlle follows: Baker' s $155.38; John P. Whalen Furniture approved Col, $195.00; Grover-Cronin, $L1.9.90; S. B. Green 6Z & Co. , Inc. $200.00. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve all the bills for payment . Mr. York, who was present at the meeting, said the only item remaining is the shutters. Mr. Burnell asked about lockers for the guides, and Mr. York stated money is available and he is wait- ing to hear from Mr. Burke, Director of Guides. Mr. Gray reported that the Traffic Study Committee is recommending no parking on Massachusetts Avenue on the southerly side from Waltham Street westerly for a distance Traffic of 125 feet. R & R Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to amend the Traffic Rules and Orders of the Town of Lexington, Article V, Section 2 (No Parking) by adding to this section the following: Massachusetts Avenue - on the southerly side of Massachusetts Avenue from Waltham Street westerly for a distance of 125 feet. Mr. Gray reported receipt of a letter from Lauri A. Lindell asking if the Town would be willing to sell him Lot 60 (Assessors ' Map 21}) on Bridge Street. The Chairman asked if this was a tax title lot and Mr. Gray replied in the affirmative stating that no apprisal has been made. The Chairman stated the Board's policy has been, in a matter like t his; someone shows an interest in the tax title land and the Board gets the Planning Board's opinion then it advertises and states interest has been shown in this piece of property and bids will be received. He said in this case, Mr. Lindell appears to be the only abutter, but the Board would still follow this . Mr. Lindell, present at the meeting, said these houses which he bought from the State, one lot has a frontage of 50.49 feet which is on the curve. According to the rules if it is more than 50 feet that piece may need another zone. Therefore, he would have to have ten feet from the property line to the exterior wall of the house which he does not have unless he removes part of the house or the sun'vorch of one of the houses. The Chairman said if he obtained this lot he would make one lot by incorporating it with a lot Mr. Lindell already owns. Mr. Lindell said he would retain one 50 foot lot and make the other 100 feet. Mr. Cataldo asked how long Mr. Lindell could wait. Mr. Lindell stated the State requires the h. uses have to be moved within sixty days and he has less than sixty days. The Chairman asked first for a motion to approach the Planning Board. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to refer the subject to the Planning Board for its recommendation. The Chairman asked, if the Planning Board advises the Selectmen it is advisable to sell, for a motion to advertise for bids. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to advertise for bids providing the Planning Board is in favor of selling this lot. Mr. Gray reported receipt of a letter from Mr. Irwin, Building Inspector, with reference to Daniel P. Curtin. Mr. Legro explained there is a problem of the Curtin new CN zoning and he was trying to work out the solution of the problem with counsel for the applicant. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant an extension of thirty days on the building permit to Daniel P. Curtin for the erection of a building at 429 Marrett Road. Mr. Legro said he had an agreement between Buse. Realty Trust and the Town of Lexington for the purchase and sale of tax title lots on Circle Road. He explained it provides for payment of $4,000 at the time of conveyance, payment fbr pro forma taxes by the purchaser Circle Road and agteement to construct the ways and services in tax title Circle Road. It also provides for giving a bond which lot he has received. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to sign the agreement as prepared and presented by Town Counsel. Mr. Legro said, in connection with this, he had a deed for the conveyance of the twenty lots first involved in the agreement. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was vottd to sign the deed for the conveyance of the twenty lots first involved in the agreement, as prepared and submitted by Mr. Legro. The Chairman referred to a letter, dated April 25, 1966, received from Daniel A. Lynch, relative to a re- quest from Connors Bros . , Inc, for permission to transfer Connors its liquor license from 1700 Massachusetts Avenue to an Bros. Liq. enlarged store consisting of its present location of 1700 License Massachusetts Avenue and the adjoining premises now numbered 1702 Massachusetts Avenue. Mr. Legro said he thought the question was wheth:,r a hearing was required, and in his opinion, no hearing is re- quired. He reported he called Mr. Lynch today and he is in agreement. This requires notice in the Minute-man and prior approval of the Alcoholic Beverages Commission. He said to his knowledge this had not been received. Mr. Lynch sent the Alcoholic Beverages Commission a copy of this and he will pursue it. He said then the applicant must send notices, registered mail, to the abutters and fi 4 2C file with this Board an affidavit. The Chairman asked for a motion to publish notice of the application when the Board has received prior ap- proval of the Alcoholic Beverages Control and due evidence that the abutters have been notified. Mr. Legro explained the Board can publish the notice first, but cannot take action until it receives prior approval. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to publish a notice of the application in the Lexington Minute-man. Mr. Carroll said there were problems the Board dis- cussed last week involving the Metropolitan District Com- MDC mission. He said he called the head of the Sewer Divi- sion of the MDC and he suggested that Mr. Carroll meet with him first before the Board meets with the Commissioners. Mr. Carroll reported he looked at the sidewalk on Grant Street and Colony Road again. He said he thought it should be on Busa's side of Grant Street all the way to East Grant St. Street and on Colony Road it should remain on the school Colony Rd. side. He said if the Board had no objection, he would sidewalks notify people in the area that the sidewalk will be put in. The Board had no objection. At 8:00 P.M. , Chief James F. Corr met with the Board. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing, Executive deliberating or voting on matters which, if made Session public, might adversely affect the public security, the financial interest of the Town, or the reputation of any person. Following discussion relative to police personnel, it was voted to resume the open meeting. The Chairman stated the Board called Chief Corr in for one of two things. One thing, there are two positions for Lieutenants open in the Police Department, and four men have passed the examination: Martin, Lima, Dooley and Morelli. He said the Chief was recommending at this time that the Board fill two vacancies. The Chief said that was correct. The Chairman said the Board is aware of the background of these four men and their position in the Police Depart- ment, and asked the Board what its pleasure was. Police Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was unani- Lieutenants motsly voted to appoint James J. Lima, Jr. , to position appointed of Lieutenant in the Lexington Police Department Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was unani- mously voted to appoint Robert G. Martin to the position of Lieutenant in the Lexington Police Department. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to have both appointments effective Friday,. May 6, 1966. 4 65 Chief Corr said he would ask the Board to consider allowing the Police Department to purchase an air condi- tioner for the front office that would entail the man at the desk twenty-four hours a day. He said there is no air conditioning whatever at this time, no air venti- Air con- lation. He said the department does not own a fan and ditioner he thought about buying a couple of fans to move the air. The cost of two fans would run over $100. He said a week ago an air conditioner could be purchased for $210 or a difference of $90., and it seemed unwise to ask the Board to purchase two fans when for an additional $60 or $70 he could purchase an air conditioner. The Chairman said the Board had heard the Chief' s request to reconsider its action of last week in denying him the right to purchase an air conditioner. Mr. Sheldon asked what plan was proposed to keep everyone happy if the Board granted this request. Chief Corr said if he bought two fans it did not seem wise to spend $110 or $120 for two fans only because the Board has to keep someone happy. He said every de- partment has at least one good-sized fan and the police do not. Mr. Burnell explained the Board denied the Chief's request last week because it could not continue this in the other departments. He said the Board was looking forward to the new building and air conditioning would, hopefully, be put in. He said it was on the basis of not being able to carry this through the rest of the offices that the request was denied. Mr. Carroll said a good fan could be purchased for 30. He said for the past two years, he has requested $28,000 to air condition all offices in both Town Office Buildings, and each year the Board approve it conditionally and then took it out. He stated what the Board is saying is, one office should not get something the other offices don't have. The Chairman said the Board would take the matter under advisement and let the Chief know. Chief Corr retired at 8:14 P.M. Later in the evening, upon motion duly made and seconded, it was unanimously voted not to reconsider its action of last week in denying Chief Corr permission to purchase an air conditioner for the front office. Mr. Carroll referred to the item in the budget pro- viding money to purchase chairs for Cary Memorial Hall Chairs for and had a sample to show the Board. Cary Hall Motion was made that the green chair be put ouC for bid, the color to be determined later. Mr. Carroll had a sample Captain's chair which the salesman had recommended for the Selectmen ' s Room. At the invitation of the Chairman, representatives 66 N4 of the League of Women Voters, and other interested spectators, tried both samples, those for Cary Hall and Chairs for the sample for the Selectmen's Room. In their opinion, Selectmen's the chairs were not comfortable. Room Mr. Cataldo suggested that Mr. Carroll find out where the showroom is and then the Board could go and look at the manufacturer' s samples. It was so agreed. The Chairman said he would like to make whatever Chairs for haste possible to get the chairs for the June Town Meeting, Cary Hall in the interest of the Town Meeting Members who have to sit in them. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to put the green chair out to bid, the color to be determined later. Letter was received from George W. Greenlaw, Jr., 176 Grant Street, in which he referred to the proposed sidewalk construction in front of his house. Mr. Greenlaw was concerned about a large maple tree in front of his house that might have to be moved. Sidewalk Mr. Carroll said it is now planned to construct the sidewalk on the other side of the street, and the Chairman said he would so advise Mr. Greenlaw. Letter was received from Leonard H. Doppler, 8 Augustus Road, with copy of a letter he sent to the Planning Board concerning the unsafe conditions that exist on Agustus Road. Mr. Carroll said the letter should be referred to Augustus the Planning Board. Mr. Gray reported he talked to Mr. Zaleski, and the Planning Board has already written to the bonding company to ask them to do something about an unfinished portion. The Chairman said he would write Mr. Doppler to the effect the matter is being checked out. Request was received from Porter & Desmond request- ing permission to move a building from 136 Concord Avenue, Arlington, to Welaster Road, Lexington. Permit Mr. Carroll stated he had not checked this out yet. Upon motion duly made and seccnded, it was voted to grant permission, subject to the approval of Mr. Carroll, Chief Corr and Mr. Mazerall. The Chairman read a letter from Francis W. Sargent, Commissioner, dated April 28, with reference to the Route 2 alternate design suggested for the Watertown Street • interchange. The Commissioner advised that it is felt the greatest overall public benefit would best be achieved by maintaining the design as originally proposed by the Department . He said it is the Department's intention to proceed with completion 67 of the design contract on the existing basis. The Chairman said Friday morning he called Commissioner Sargent. He saw him and was assured the Commissioner had given the word to have this reviewed. He said it had not been reviewed at the lowest level. The Chairman said thes letter, dated April 28, 1966, was written after he saw the Commissioner. He said at t his point in time, it would appear that the Department of Public Works is intent to follow its original action on the ramp as originally designed. Mr. Cataldo pointed out that April 28 was Thursday. Dr. Dennis Slone, spokesman for the Peacock Farm Corpo- ration, was present at the meeting and said the group has kept in close contact with this matter . He said Mr. Cole and Mr. Carroll informed them that a review had essentially not taken place. He said it is the opinion of the people close to this matter there were no definite engineering obstacles to this design and no engineering design and no engineering objection had been voiced. He said he has come to the conclusion this is apolitical or expedient design, p p g s and he would like to ask the Board of Selectmen to take this matter further and go to the Bureau of Public Roads locally and nationally, if necessary. He said if the Board accepts this decision of Commissioner Sargent, he would ask the Board's permission or support for allowing the Association to carry this further to the Bureau of Public Roads. He said the Association has already committed more than $1,000 for payment of consultants.. He asked the Board to take this to the Bureau of Public Roads for review and if not, give the Association support in carrying on this fight. The Chairman said, in fairness to the State, this plan was not completely given to them because the Board suggested something similar to this. Mr. Carroll said in his opinion they did not review the plan. Mr. Catildo stated that at the meeting down at Peacock Farm, he asked the Department of Public Works if it would consider this proposal very seriously to save time. He was assured at that time if the officials of the Town supported it, the State Engineering Department would give it very serious consideration. He said under this schedule, he could not see that it was considered. Mr. Carroll said he did not think the State did any- thing. He said he could not prove this, but he knew how they worked. He said Jack Gardner had nothing but traffic counts that he worked on, on his own; He said it is im- possible on a project of this size to arrive at the under- standing of costs without going into it very deeply. The Chairman said the Board should get the attached memorandum referred to in Commissioner Sargent' s letter, as it may have some bearing on it . Mr. Catildo asked how the Board should go about carry- ing this to the Bureau of Public Roads. The Chairman said the Board could ask for a meeting with Hanson and a representative of the Department of Public Works. ar Mr. Cataldo said, with all due respect to the Com- missioner, he should be told because the const&deration which was promised has not been given, the Board would give him another chance. The Chairman said he could tell the Commissioner the Board is disposed to go to the Bureau of Federal Roads. Mr. Sheldon said in all fairness the Commissioner should be told. The Chairman asked Mr. Gray to call Commissioner Sargent and ask for the memorandum mentioned in his letter to the Board. He said he would then write to the Com- missioner that the Board seriously doubts thorough study has been given to the proposal it made, and it is the Board' s intent to follow this through further. The Chaifman read a letter from John C. Warner , Associate Commissioner, Department of Public Works, dated April 26, 1966, advising it is expected preliminary plans specifications and estimates in regard to Kiln Brook, Kiln Brook will be received from the Consulting Engineer about May 1, 1966. After a review and acceptance, the De- partment of Public Works will forward a set of the plans to the Town Engineer so the Town may proceed to acquire necessary land easements. Letter was received from Albert R. Hill, 14 Lillian Road, expressing a desire to acquire part of a parcel of land deeded to the Town by Antonio Busa. The Chairman said he thought this would have to go Land on to a Town Meeting. Lillian Rd. Mr. Sheldon said the Board would have to decide what this parcel was purchased for. Mr. Cataldo said the Board should determine whether it has a particular use for this parcel. Mr. Carroll said he told Mr. Busa he would insist on an easement for that brook of 120 feet wide. Mr. Busa ended up with two lots he did not want and said he wanted the Town to take that parcel. It was acquired for purpose$' of maintaining the brook. He said he could see someone acquiring title subject to some easements for drainage purposes, plus the fact they could not build on them. The Chairman asked Mr. Gray to check this and he said he would advise Mr. Hill that the Board is investi- gating the possibility and will be in touch with him in the future. Letter from Jules P. Sussman, Chairman of the Con- servation Commission, relative to appointments to that Commission was held over until the next meeting of the Board. Mr. Cataldo said he very definitely felt there should be someone on the Commission who knows about land and he l _ 69 did not think it desirable to have too many attorneys on the Commission. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to certify the character of Priscilla Pennock, 7 Hill Street, satisfactory character references having been Cert. of received from the Chief of Police. Miss Pennock has Inc. applied to the Secretary of State for a Certificate of Incorporation. The Chairman read a letter from Walter S. Pierce advising he would accept the appointment to the Imple- mentation Committee on Lexington Center. Letter was received from Mrs. Rich, Collector of Taxes, to which was attached a list of ambulance bills she would life the Board to abate. The Chairman said past precedent has been that when the bills have been outstanding too long, the Board had abated them. Ambulance Mr. Sheldon add he did not like to condone the charges practice of people not paying for the ambulance because they don't choose to. He said as far as any precedent for the future is concerned, if the Board is not going to make an effort to get these bills paid he wanted to I/ know why anyone should pay. He said he thought col- lections would go up noticeably if the Board took one or two of these people to the Small Claims Court. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to abate the list of ambulance charges committed in 1959 and 1960 submitted by Mrs. Rich, Collector of Taxes. Mr. Gray was requested to give the Board a report of the other outstanding bills. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the following licenses: Edward J. Sahatjian Intelligence Office Licenses Emanuel Sugerman n n Isabelle Kitson Public Carriage William M. Belcher " " Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize the Chairman to sign a Liquor Purchase I.D. I.D. Card card for Daniel B. Miller, 405 Marrett Road. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to issue Yearly Dump Permits to Phillip Chiumiento, Dump Permits Woburn, and Miller's Real Estate, Weymouth. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize the Executive Clerk to send out Jury Jury list Questionnaires to the list of names submitted for the Jury List. 7U Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Minutes to approve the minutes of the Selectmen' s Meetings held on April 20, 1966 and April 25, 1966. The Chairman read six proposed articles, submitted by the Conservation Commission, to be inserted in the Articles warrant for the Special Town Meeting in June. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to include the articles in the warrant. The Chairman read a letter from the Board of Health dated April 28, 1966, together with suggested article that Board wants inserted in the warrant for the Special Town Meeting in June. The Chairman said his only concern is this is not in conformity with the General By-Laws if he read them right. Mr. egro said he thought the Chairman had read the By-Laws correctly. He said the first part of the article Article is a policy matter the Selectmen should decide. He was concerned about the second portion "to expend available appropriations for such action". If the Board of Health is talking about the Law Department budget, he has some- thing to say because he has 126 hours on this case, and if there is availbble money, he thought it should go where work has been done. The Chairman said he had no fear of facing Town Meet- ing with this article. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was unani- mously voted to deny the Board of Health' s request because the proposed article does not conform to the General By- Laws of the Torn. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to insert an article in the warrant for final plans and Article specifications and to obtain bids for the construction and original equipping and furnishing of alterations and additions to the Town Public Works Building. The Chairman asked if all *ambers of the Board had looked at the roof on the Matheson building located on Waltham Street. Mr. Mabee was the onlymember who had not had an opportunity to look at it. The Chairman stated the original agreement was that the roof would go all the way over the walk way. Mr. Matheson now wants to be relieved of this portion of the agreement. He said the Board felt at the time it should go the length of the entire new building. He now wants Matheson relief. Building Mr. Cataldo said when the Board first proposed that it be covered, it was for the express purpose to protect it from the weather. He said the agreement has provisions to get this done and asked why it isn't being done. The Chairman asked if the Board was going to insist that the agreement be lived up to. 71 Mr. Cataldo said the Board was going to release him from the front. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was unani- mously voted to require Manhattan Builders, Inc. , to put the roof over the entire easement with he exception of the front portion, from the front of the existing building to the street line. Mr. Robert Spear came into the meeting at 9:45 P.M, and registered a complaint about an excavation on Ward Street. The Chairman said he did discuss this with Mr. Spear on the telephone this evening and told him he would look into it in the morning. He said the Board would check the matter and see that the law will be obeyed. Mr. Spear retired at 9:50 P.M. The Chairman read six articles submitted by the Planning Board for insertion in the warrant for the Special Town Meeting to be held on June 20, 1966. Articles Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to insert all six articles in the warrant. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 10:00 P.M. A true record, Attest: i / v €ee ive ( lerk,` Select�f'n Ad( `VroJ1 I a. 1 72 ac n SELECTMEN'S MEETING May 9, 1966 ' A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Selectmen's Room, Town Office Building, on Monday, Mir 144 1966, at 7:30 P.M. Chairman Cole, Messrs. Cataldo, Sheldon and Mabee were present. Mr. Legro, Town Counsel, Mr. Gray, Executive Assistant, Mr. Carroll, Superintendent of Public Works, and Miss Murray, Executive Clerk, were also present. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of dis- cussing, deliberating or voting on matters which, if Executive made public, might adversely affect the public security, Session the financial interest of the Town, or the reputation of any person. Following discussion with Town Counsel pertaining to legal matters, it was voted to resume the open meeting. At the request of the Town Clerk, one juror was Juror drawn: Francis J. Caliri, 18 Butler Avenue, was drawn forjz`y u duty. Mr. Leon Burke, Director of Guides, introduced License Jayne Gillespie, 4 Fairland Street, applicant for a Guide License. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant a Guide license to Jayne Gillespie, 4 Fairland Street. Mr. Gray gave each member of the Board a report on ambulance billing and collections for the period 1961 Ambulance to April, 1966. collections The Chairman asked Mr. Gray to send a copy of the report to Town Counsel. Mr. Gray said there was a question regarding the appropriation for the Recreation Committee and its Senior Citizens ' program. He stated that somehow, going over the r esults of Town Meeting, $500 was not Transfer included in the Recreation Committee Expenses budget. He called Mr. Parrish who said he did have a note in his budget book for this amount but it was not included in the total. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to request the Appropriation Committee to transfer the sum of $500 from the Reserve Fund to the Recreation Committee Expenses Account. Mr. Gray said he had another request for a transfer to the Clerical Labor Pool. 73 The Chairman said the labor pool has been used to provide necessary work. Mr. Gray explained there was additional help in the Accounting Department and this transfer should carry through for the balance of the year. Transfer Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to request the Appropriation Committee to transfer the sum of $3,000 from the Reserve Fund to the Clerical Labor Pool. Mr. Carroll reported that he and Mr. Gray met with Mr. Sulesky, Director of the Sewerage Division, MDC and discussed the problem with the Town of Bedford. Mr. Sulesky agreed Bedford is outside the area. He agreed Bedford to write a letter to the Town of Bedford informing that sewer town of this fact and also stating that the MDC wanted the agreement honored and does not want any more sewer installations outside the area without first negotiations being held with the Commission and the Town of Lexington. Mr. Carroll said they discussed various solutions to the entire problem of the sewer between Lexington, Bedford and the MDC. Bedford is the last remaining town only partially served by the MDC and any further negotiations will be on the fact the entire town of BedeSrd will have to be served. He said the sewer will be extended toward Bedford to pick them up, in which case Bedford will have to come toward the MDC. Mr. Carroll said there might be a situation where Lexington will still carry the sewer through. He suggested that construction of the force main be held up until same more definite information is available as to what is going to happen. He said the sewer t o which he was referring is the one from the pumping station to Hamilton Road, $166,000. The Chairman asked how long this would have to be postponed, and Mr. Carroll replied he did not know; it will depend on what happens in the discussion with Bedford and MDC. He said he had not yet been contacted by the Town of Bedford. Mr. Cataldo suggested that a letter be written to Bedford stating the Board would meet withthem two weeks from tonight. Mr. Gray suggested t hat a copy of the letter be sent to the MDC. The Chairman suggested that the MDC be invited to the meeting. It was agreed to arrange a meeting for two weeks from tonight, a letter to be sent to Mr. Sulesky also, inviting him to be present. Mr. Carroll reported construction has startz,d on the Arlington-Lexington relief sewer and he thought he had everything in order to collect money for the Woodhaven Trunk Sewer. 74 Mr. Cataldo asked if the Town could get a check in now, would it be figured on this year' s tax rate. The Chairman replied in the negative. Mr. Gray explained this was not used as an estimated receipt. The Board of Assessors have not yet sent in a report. He said this could be included in the estimated receipts and he would call Mr. MacKinnon. Mr. Cataldo said perhaps the Board should go after this check before the figures are submitted. Mr. Gray said he would find out from Mr. MacKinnon if this check comes in before the -report goes to the State if it can be used. Mr. Carroll reported bids on sweepers. He reported six were received but he has not made a decision. He is Sweeper having a demonstration after which he will made a recom- bids mandation to the Board. Mr. Carroll submitted a drawing of the proposed sign for the corner of Meriam Street and Massachusetts Avenue Sign for the Public Facilities Building and the churches. The Board felt the concept of the sign was good. Mr. Gray reported he received a telephone call today from Mrs. Turchinetz who wants to hold a concert on Use of June 11 at Hastings Park. She wants to sell tickets in Hastings advance and at the park the night of the concert. He said Park he did not think the Town could give permission to anyone to sell tickets for admission to park land. The Chairman asked if Town Counsel says this is per- missible, the Board would have any objection. Mr. Cataldo said he thought the Board should be very careful before it starts this and should know what the liabilities might be. Mr. Mabee asked why the Board didn't suggest that the group use Cary Hall, and if they sell tickets, they will have to pay for the use of the hall. Mr. Gray was instructed to check this out with Town Counsel and to offer the use of Cary Hall if it is free that night. Letter was received from the Attorney General's Roeksalt office advising the Board of a meeting to be held on meeting May 13, 1966 in regard to the purchase of rocksalt. The letter stated it is essential that a representa- tive of the Town be present. It was agreed that Mr. Gray and Mr. Carroll would represent the Town. The Chairman read a letter from Dennis Slone, Acting Chairman for the Peacock Farm Association, requesting the Board to seek a review and reconsideration of the loop Route 2 aspect of the Route 2 and 14.-225 interchange by requesting the Division of Conservation Services (attention of Mr . nH Brace Gullion) to direct their attention to the conservation aspects of this case. Mr. Slone was present at the meeting and stated he was talking to a Mr. Foster who said they would look at this and request the Department of Public Works to consider this with them if the Board of Selectmen would write a letter to him requesting such a review. He asked if the Board of Selectmen would give him a copy of the letter from Commissioner Sargent with the attached memorandum. He also asked the Board to instruct the Superintendent of Public Works to release to him the proposal which was unani- mously voted to be accepted. He said the group intends to request Kennedy, Morse and other sources to pursue this and attempt to obtain a review of this from the Bureau of Federal Roads in Washington. Mr. Carroll said he had copies of the plan available and told Dr. Slone he could have a copy if the Board wanted him to. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize Mr. Carroll to give Dr. Slone a copy of the proposal he requested. The Chairman said the Board would give Dr. Slone a copy of Commissioner Sargent' s letter and a copy of the memorandum. Mr. Cataldo said rather than waste everyone' s time, the Board should go to Mr. Gullion and ask if it will do any good to follow this route. Dr. Slone said Mr. Gullion told him if the Board would give the group a request to put this on the review committee, he would proceed. The Chairman said he thought the best chance was the Bureau of Public Roads and not Conservation. Mr. Cataldo said the Board would have to ask Mr. Gullion for a review with the Department of Public Works . Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to write a letter to Mr. Gullion. The Chairman read a letter from Herbert S. Kassman, 5 Stonewall Road, to which was attached a petition for Sidewalk construction of a sidewalk along the portion of Concord Avenue westerly of Waltham Street. Dr. Olga Leary Wells, 140 Concord Avenue, was present at the meeting and submitted a petition opposing the con- struction of a sidewalk. She said the signatures were Concord Avg those of eighteen residents on Concord Avenue in the stretch involved and many feel very strongly that it would destroy the last lingering rural territory. She said they are financially unable and unwilling to put the sidewalk in. The Chairman stated there are no funds in the budget I 11 for a sidewalk in the area this year. He explained the normal procedure is to consider it in next year ' s budget N Cj and take into consideration the School Committeets comments in regard to the need here as compared to the need in other areas in Town. Mr. Gray reported that the Superintendent of Schools called him and said this is not a high priority sidewalk as far as the School Department is concerned. The Chairman said there are no funds this year and the earliest it could be considered would be when budgets are discussed for the Annual Town Meeting next March. Dr. Wells asked how those who do mot want the side- walk will know it is going to be considered. The Chairman replied the Board would keep a file on this. Mr. Carnll said this will automatically go into his budget for next year. He said it is not Wise at this point to determine which side of the street the sidewalk will go. Dr. Wells asked if the Town would have to take more land if the sidewalk is put in, and Mr. Carroll replied in the negative. Dr. Wells retired at 8:25 P.M. The Chairman read a letter from Helge A. Anderson asking what steps are necessary to improve the sidewalk Sidewalk at 251 Marrett Road. Mr. Carroll said he would take a look at it. He has already received a call from Mr. Anderson and told him he would look at it. I/ Petition, signed by all residents on Plainfield Street, was received protesting the use of the street as a parking lot for tenants of apartments on Massachusetts Avenue, et al. Mr. Sheldon stated if the Chairman would write Mrs. Malaguerra, he could explain what has been discussed. He said the use of visible parking tickets is going to be voted on, and there will be graduated parking fines. The Chairman said he would explain this matter is being studied by the Traffic Study Committee and the Board does expect recommendations from Town Meeting in June . The Chairman read a letter from Mr. Robert Jeremiah, Wire Inspector, stating he is working for M.B. Foster in Waltham and his electrical contractor is doing the Kennecott Copper addition in Lexington. Occasionally Mr. Jeremiah will be working at the Kennecott Copper job and he asked to have Francis Agresti, 4 Foster Road, cover for him. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to appoint Francis R. Agresti, 4 Foster Road, Lexington, substitute Wire Inspector, to inspect the wiring in the Kennecott Copper adltibn in Lexington; it being understood financial arrangements are to be made between Mr. Agresti and Mr. Jeremiah. 77 Letter was received from the Stanley Hill Post #38 requesting the Board to install an Honor Roll on the lawn in front of Cary Hall, listing the names of Lexington men Honor Roll now serving in the Armed Forces of the United States. Mr. Sheldon felt this was a subject that deserved some study and if something is to be done , it should be fairly inclusive. He suggested a committee consisting of the Chairman of the Board, Mr Cataldo, and Mr. Adams to consider the matter. Mr. Cabaldo said possibly this could be incorporated in the library at the High School. The Board agreed with Mr. Sheldon' s suggestion. Letter was received from the Stanley Hill Post #38 requesting the Board to install an Honor Roll on the lawn in front of Cary Hall, listing the names of Lexington men now serving in the Armed Forces of the United States. Honor Roll Mr. Sheldon felt this was a subject that deserved some study and if something is to be done,it should be fairly inclusive. He suggested a committee consisting of the Chairman of the Board, Mr. Cataldo and Mr. Adams to consider the matter. Mr. Cataldo said possibly this could be incorporated in the library at the High School. The Board agreed with Mr. Sheldon' s suggestion. Letter was received from the Stanley Hill Post #38 requesting the Board to name the Public Facilities Building the Veterans' Memorial Building. Mr. Cataldo said he, as a veteran, would be op- Public Fac- posed. ilities It was decided that the committee to study the Building subject of an Honor Roll would also consider this request. The Chairman read a letter from the Board of Health advising that due to an early evening appointment, it will not be able to meet with the Board on May 16 until nine o'clock. The Board of Health also requested information as to whether the meeting would be open or executive Board of session and what problems would be discussed. Health The Chairian said he would advise the Board of Health it is his tope that the meeting will be open and the main problem of discussion will be the problems entailed with the B.L. Cummings Milk case, and other problems that the Board may want to discuss at the time. Names suggested for the Conservation Commission were Leslie York, William Ray and Alfred Peckham. Actual ap- Appoint- pointments were held over until the next meeting of the ments I Board. II 78 CZ C? Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Bond to approve Public Official Bond No. 86-72-23 in the amount of $3,000 on behalf of Paul E. Furdon, Constable. Application for a recreational program for handi- capped children,received from the Department of Edu- cation, was referred to the Recreation Committee. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Poppy Drive to grant the Veterans of Foreign Wars permission to hold the annual Buddy Poppy Drive on Thursday and Friaiy, May 19 and May 20. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Lioenses to grant the following licenses: Louis A.Guadagnino Bowling n It It Sunday Bowling Lexington Cab Company Public Carriage Bertram P. Gustin Auctioneer Paul F. Driscoll Taxi Driver Minute Man Cab Co. Public Carriage Ralph J. White Taxi Driver ' Use of hall Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant permission to the Prom-Manaders Club to conduct a dance in Cary Hall on May 28,1966 from 8:00 P.M. until 11:00 P.M. , subject to a charge of $35.00, plus $4.15 per hour for custodiants overtime services. Upon motion dulymade and seconded, it was voted p to grant permission to the Board of Health to hold a Use of hail Polio Vaccine Clinic in the Conference Room, Cary Memorial Building, on May 25, 1966 from 2:00 P.M. until 11.:00 P.M. , and onMay 28, 1966 from 10:00 A.M. until noon. Mr. Cataldo reported he attended a meeting in Waltham Regional onrtherregibnai ineineratdrt Everyone agreed to have a Incinerator subcommittee to lookiinto the possibility of a regional incinerator He said the suggested site was the Massachusetts Broken Stone. Mr. Cataldo told the group he would be in favor of having a representative there to look into this further to see what could be accomplished. He said he would let them know if the Board is willing to participate in a study. A 500-ton incinerator would cost $2,000,000. It was agreed that the Board should be represented at the next meeting. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Minutes to approve the minutes of the Seleotments Meeting held May 2, 1966. 79 Mr. Cataldo said, with reference to the Public Facilities Building, last year he agreed to supply the shrubs. However, a landscape design has been submitted which he would prefer not to be associated with. He said he understood this was under the Board's jurisdiction now, and akked how the Board wanted to handle the landscaping. He said he had a layout at home submitted by Harry Erickson. Mr. Sheldon suggested that Mr. Cataldo bring the layout in for the Board to look at. Letter was received from the Lexington Historical Society nominating Max. H. Straw, 88 Hill Street, and George Emery, 47 Somerset Road, for appointment to the Historic Districts Commission. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing, deliberating or voting on matters which, if made public, might adversely affect the public security, the financial Executive interest of the Town, or the reputation of any person. Session Following report given by Mr. Sheldon on a parcel of land the Town might be interested in, it was voted to resume the open meeting. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 9:10 P.M. A true record, Attest: /1 xecative Clerk, Selectmen r IA e,'_ . F eti.s 1 80 n SELECTMEN'S MWTING May 16, 1966 A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Selectmen's Room, Town Office Building, on Monday, May 16, 1966, at 7:30 P.M. Chairman Cole, Messrs. Burnell, Cataldo, Sheldon and Mabee were present. Mr. Legro, Town Counsel, Mr. Gray, Executive Assistant, Mr. Carroll, Superintendent of public Works, and Miss Murray, Executive Clerk, were also present. Mr. Leon Burke, Director of Guides, introduced Guide John Harvell, applicant for a Guide license. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant a Guide License to John Harvell, 131 Burlington Street, Lexington. Mr. Burke, Mr. Harvell and his father retired. Mr. Legro said two weeks ago, the Boston Edison Company presented a grail: of easement for the Board to sign for a pole on the Hancock School property. He said Pole lo- he had a revised form which is just a permit in which cation the company agrees to remove the pole within sixty days Forest St. after notice. Mr. Legro said he thought it was in proper form for the Board to sign. He reported also that he spoke to Dr. Fobert because this involves school property. He suggested that the Board sign the revised form this evening, return it to him, and he would get the consent of the School Committee . Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to sign the form submitted by Mr. Legro permitting the Boston Edison Company to locate a pole on Hancock School property. Mr. Legro said he aldo had a revised form for lo- Pole lo- cation of an Edison pole on Hillside Avenue, to be signed cation and returned to him. Hillside Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Avenue to sign the form submitted by Mr. Legro permitting the Boston Edison Company to locate a pole on Hillside Avenue. Mr. Legro submitted a contract which he prepared for the Board's signature, between the architect for the work Contract on the Town barn and the Town of Lexington. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to sign the contract as submitted. All copies were taken by Mr. Legro. Mr. Carroll referred to a letter received by the Board dated April 5, 1966, from Mrs. Robert E. Doran, relative to a sewer betterment assessment levied against property of her late father, John A. Wilson, Fern Street. P y Mr. Carroll reported he balked to Mrs. Wilson and Wilson he presented a plan of the land and indicated the location sewer of the sewer. He said he advised Mrs. Wilson that if an betterment abatement were granted and in the future she wished to con- nect with the sewer, she would have to pay a charge in lieu of betterments. However, she renewed her request for an > abatement. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to abate the sewer betterment assessment levied on property of John A. Wilson, in the amount of $1,121.22, committed November 22, 1965. Mr. Carroll said, with reference to the Woodhaven trunk sewer, that he had contacted Mr. Rockewell, foreman of the Department of Public Health and Welfare, who stated his department is satisfied that the Metropolitan Dict Woodhaven Commission relief sewer is on the way. Mr. Carroll/We sewer Town will receive 90% payment which amounts to $130;730.0 and can expect payment within five weeks. The Chairman said this would not have any bearing on this year 's tax rate. Mr. Gray stated it could if it can be used as an estimated receipt. He reported contacting Mr. Schwartz, of the Division of Accounts, who said he wanted a copy of the grant form that the Federal government sent out to the Town and a copy of the Town Meeting vote. He said he would take those in tomorrow and a decision would be made within a couple of days. Mr. Sheldon said he thought it would be good financial strategy to let this go into next year's tax rate. The Chairman suggested that t he Board wait for an answer from the Division of Accounts. Mr. Mabee concurred with Mr. Sheldon and said he would just as soon see this carried over for next year . Mr. Carroll reported that Calgon treatments have im- proved the water supply but have not eliminated the rust problem. He said he has been contacted by the Warren Cook Company, Inc. about a material similar to Calgon who made an offer which he read to the Board. The company will give the Town a six months ' supply, and at the end of six months if the Town is not completely satisfied, it won't have to pay. He reported the Town of Arlington has gone through this and has decided to pay for the treatment and continue to use the product. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize Mr. Carroll to made whatever arrangements are necessary for using the' product, recommended by him, on a trial basis. Mr. Carroll reported that he and Mr. Gray went in to see Mr. Garrett, now head of the local Bureau of Roads. Route 2 He also submitted a plan, in connection with Route 2, and co N C'Z reported that Mr. Garrett does not like the idea in any interchange of not providing for a turn. Mr. Carroll said, with reference to the subject of conservation, Mr. Garrett 's assistant pointed out that it would be possible for more people to enjoy the beauty of this particular piece of land if there was a loop around it . His feeling was that the proposal was not acceptable. Mr. Carroll said he tried to advance the case for conser- vation but it did not seem to prevail. Going further, he did encourage them to believe that the Federal government would pay for a portion of the construction of Watertown Street from the end of whatever new ramp is to be constructed to the intersection of Pleasant Street. He said they would also pay for a section of Pleasant Street. Mr. Gray said the Bureau of Federal Roads has already approved the original design. Mr. Carroll said Mr. Garrett believes it will be built the way the State proposed to build it. The Chairman asked if the Board didn't agree to write to the Congressmen and Senators. Mr. Carroll replied in the negative, and said the Board wanted Mr. Garrett's advice first. Mr. Gray said he and Mr. Carroll did state the people in Peacock Farms were interested and Mr. Garrett said his report to Washington would be the same as it was to him and Mr. Carroll. His report will remain as explained to him and Mr. Carroll on what he considers good engineering and good road design. The Chairman asked for the Board's thinking on writing the Senators and Representatives. Mr. Cataldo recalled the Board had agreed not to con- tact anyone until after it talked to Commissioner Sargent. Mr. Cataldo said after the Chairman talked to Commissioner Sargent and hethougtat it would do any good to write the Congressmen, to go ahead. Mr. Sheldon said he would dislike very much to jeopardize the 90% contribution in which the whole Town is interested. Mr. Mabee asked if Mr. Gray felt the Board had ex- hausted every phase on a straight engineering basis, and Mr. Gray replied in the affirmative. Mr. Mabee asked if Mr. Carroll felt they had merit in their rejection, and Mr. Carroll replied he thought he had to admit that all the way through. The Chairman said the Board knows the Peacock Farm group is going to pursue this from a conservation aigle and asked if there was any change of opinion. Mr. Gray replied he did not know whom they know. It was left that the Chairman would call Commissioner Sargent in the morning and if there is anything negative in the c'ommissioner 's approach, he would come back to the Board; if not, he will go ahead. J f The Chairman read a letter from William K. Talley, 15 Diamond Road, asking for information as to the procedure and requirements for placing a Peferendum question on the ballot in the next election relative to the METCO action taken by the School Committee. The Chairman said he assumed it would have to be at the November election. Mr. Legro asked if the Board wanted to assume a stand on action to be taken not directly in the interest of the Town. He said if the Board resolved this in the affirma- tive, the only method he knew would be special legislation to authorize it. METCO The Chairman said the answer is there is no measure at t his time to place it on the ballot for the November election. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the petition and sign the order for a j/o pole Pole lo- location on Grove Street, southeasterly side, approxi- cation mately 385 feet southwest of Dewey Road. Petition was received for the acceptance of Lake Street from Massachusetts Avenue to Columbus Street, and the installation of a sewer. Street & The Chairman stated the normal procedure is to Sewer refer this to Mr. Carroll. Letter was received from John M. Belding and Dorothy S. Belding, 1106 Massachusetts Avenue, relative to filling a swimming pool. Mr. Sheldon reported he had discussed this with these people at length. They asked him an impossible Filling question, "Will there be water restrictions?" swimming The Chairman said this would be up to the MDC. pool Mr. Carroll mentioned the fact Mr. Cataldo suggested a couple of weeks ago that the MDC be approached and he did call Mr. O'Toole but had been unable to contact him. The Chairman said the Board cannot predict what the action of the MDC will be, and at this particular time, there is no water ban. Mr. Sheldon suggested that Mr. Cataldo's suggestion be pursued. The Chairman said Mr. Carroll should contact Mr. OtToole and in the meantime he would tell these people there is no ban on at the present time, but the Board cannot predict any action of the MDC, but will attempt to get a statement from the MDC and let them know. The Chairman read a letter from the Planning Board with further reference to the acquisition of land for Worthen Road, north of Marrett Road. Mr. Cataldo said there is nothing going in the warrant for the June Town Meeting, and the Chairman agreed. Mr. Sheldon said there would be something int he fall. 84 C'3 Letter was received from Commissioner Sargent, Department of Public Works, relative to screening the Department's maintenance area at the junction of Routes 2A and 128. The Chairman reported t hat last Friday morning, he and Mr. Cataldo met Mr. Pine and Mr. Mistretta. Plans are on the way to beautify this area. Civil Service certification was received for two policemen. The Board had filed a requisition for ten. The Chairman reported that on Thursday he went to Civil Ser- see Miss Campbell at the Division of Civil Service and vice list she is looking into the subject of appointing men who do not live in Town. He stated he should have her reply by tomorrow and suggested holding the matter over for one week. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Appoint- to appoint the following individuals to the Civil Defense ments organization, as requested by Mr. Burrell: Auxiliary Firemen Robert Eaton, 12 Battle Drive, Arlington William D. Field, 57 Gleason Road, Lexington Kenneth Garber, 161 Bedford Street, Lexington Operators, Communications Section Warren Aulenback, 28 Richard Road, Lexington Robert Charlantini, 67 Valley Road, Lexington John Garland, 514. Gleason Road, Lexington Barry Johnson, 20 Spring Street, Lexington Bartlett P. Murphy, 70 Ward Street, Lexington Roy Nonnemaker, 2151 Mass. Avenue, Lexington Herbert Tetreault, 4 Longfellow Rd. , Lexington John K. Weiser, 21 Liberty Avenue, Lexington Bruce Stacey, 245 Woburn Street, Lexington Peter Brunn, 23 Richard Road, Lexington Further consideration was given to appointments to the Conservation Commission. Upon motion duly made and seconded, Leslie H. York, William R. Whalon and Alford S. Peckham were nominated. Conserve- Upon motion duly made and seconded, nominations tion Ap- were closed. pointments Secret ballots were cast resulting in five votes for Alford S. Peckham; four votes for Leslie H. York; one vote for William R. Whalon. Alford S. Peckham and Leslie H. York were appointed members of the Conservation Commission for three-year terms expiring March 31, 1969. 85 Notice was received f1;om the Massachusetts Select- men's Association of the May Meeting - Ladies Night - on May 25, 1966, at the Belmont Country Club. Invitation was received from the V . F. W. to attend the Post's Installation on Saturday, May 21, 1966. Invitation The Chairman agreed to represent the Board. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to renew Stephen T. Russian's license as an Auctioneer. License Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize the Chairman to issue a Liquor Purchase Identification Card to Sandra E. Krevis, 26 Preston Road, I.D. Card satisfactory evidence of her age having been received • Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to sign an Order for the construction of a sidewalk on Colony Road on the northerly side from Grant Street a Sidewalk distance of 849.60 feet westerly. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to sign and Order for the construction of a sidewalk on Sidewalk Grant Street, Easterly side from East Street a distance of 2940 feet, more or less, to Saddle Club Road. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the minutes of the Selectmen 's Meeting held Minutes on May 9, 1966. Mr. Gray said he had a bill, in the amount of $9,000, submitted by the architect for work done to date on the Town Barn building and explained the com- mittee recommended that it be approved for payment. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Architedt's to authorize payment of $9,000 to William A. Halsey for bill ap- work done on the alterations and additions to the Public proved Works Building. The Chairman read a letter from Leslie H. York, Chairman of the Town Meeting Members Association, advis- ing the Board of the Association' s warrant information TMMA meeting to be held on Monday, May 23, 1966, in the meeting Science Lecture Hall at the High School. Mr. Sheldon said he was told by a member of the Lexington Golf Club that next to the fourth hole, there is a small water storage pond. which is maintained to provide water for the golf greens. This pond is near the houses on Reed Street, and this member, as do other members, feels it is a hazard because the pond has been Golf Club deepened. These people feel the club should be requested pond or to be forced to put a fence around the pond. Mr. Sheldon reported he told this individual the first step 06 tV C'3 would be to have Mr. Irwin go up and then submit a report to the Board as to whether or not he thinks a hazard exists. The Chairman said he would so inform Mr. Irwin tomorrow. The Chairman stated the Board did have a meeting scheduled with the Board of Health. However, Mr. McQuillanis Health grandson was killed in an airplane accident, and the meeting meeting has been postponed. He said it would probably be held two weeks from tonight. Mr. Cataldo said he felt the Board of Selectmen should write the McQuillans a letter of condolence, the Chairman to sign it. At 8:30 P.M. , Messrs. Leslie H. York and Lee E. Tarbox met with the Board. Mr. Tarbox explained he received a telephone call from Mr. York to attend the meeting and present a few ideas on Public the new information building which has now been open for a Facilities month. He said there is nothing at the present time to Building indicate to tourists what the building is for or how to get to it. He submitted several pictures. Mr. Burnell said his recollection was that the Historic Districts Commission recommended that the sign be placed in about the spot where the walk comes in from Massachusetts Avenue, but nothing on the building. The Chairman explained the Board has applied to the Historic Districts Commission for a hearing and showed Mr. Tarbox and Mr. York a drawing of the proposed sign. Mr. Tarbox felt that a small sign near the monument would be helpful. Mr. Sheldon suggested that the proposed sign be tried out first. The Chairman said if this sign does not accomplish what the Board thinks it should, then the suggestion made by Mr. Tarbox could be pursued. Mr. Mabee said there should be something on the build- ing. Mr. Tarbox asked if there was any objection to having the word "information" over the door. Mr. Mabee had no objection, and Mr. Sheldon suggested a sign sidewalk level in front of the building, at the rig#t of the front door. Mr. Cataldo said he thought the old Information building should be moved once the sign is erected on the new building. Mr. Tarbox said the Chamber has to keep the small building there until the new building has proper signs. Mr. Mabee said sooner or later the Board has to identify this building and he could not see putting it off. Mr. Cataldo asked if the name Public Facilities Build- ing be retained. Mr. Charles Parks, present at the meeting, said he would like to see a sign designed and placed at the edge 87 1 of the walk leading out onto Meriam Street and labelled Tourists' Center, in colonial lettering. He said he would also like an arrow at the end of Meriam Street and Massa- chusetts Avenue. Mr. Tarbox said many of the tourists get out on the Common and walk down as far as the Minuteman, and many of them will not get down to the point where they even see the information booth down there now. He said that is why he feels a small sign close to the Minuteman will notify many people of the existence of the building. Mr. Adams said he agreed with Mr. Tarbox, there should be a sign on or in front of the building which should be large enough to be seen for same distance. Mr. Sheldon suggested that the Chairman attend the meeting with the Historic Districts Commission and see what can be approved to save time; for instance, would the commission approve anything at the base of the monu- ment. Mr. Mabee said he would like to get the Historic Districts Commission's feeling about "Tourists ' Center" which is basically designed for tourists. Mr. Gray reported that Mr. York has a change order in regard to the blinds on the Public Facilities Building, which he wants the Board to approve. Change Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Order to approve the change order as submitted by Mr. York. Mr. Cataldo submitted a proposed plan, prepared by the architect for landscaping at the Public Facilities Public Building, and said he would like something a little Facilities different himself. landscap- ing Mr. Cataldo was disturbed by the fact the Town spent $60,000 for the Public Facilities Building and the in- terior was not as attractive as it might be. He mentioned the base of the diorama and said he thought the diorama was in the wrong place. The Chairman suggested that Mr. Nickerson be asked to take a look at it and give the Board an estimate of what it would cost. Mr. CatIldo said he also thought the furnishings should be extended. The Chairman asked about money, and Mr. Cataldo said Mr. York made the statement he had a balance of $600 c Mr. York said the lockers for the guides ' room have not been ordered. Thh Chairman asked how much money Mr. York was going to need, and he replied he did not know but would like to come back with the answer. The Chairman said he would write Mr Nickerson and ask him to take a look at the base. It was agreed #1, Mr. York to report the actual balance in the account, and #2, ask Mr. Nickerson to look at it and give the Board his recommendations. Mr. Cataldo said there should be curbing from Massachu- * Mr. Sheldon suggested that Mr. Cataldo prepare a plan and bring it in next onday night. 88 setts Avenue to the railroad tracks, and the Board agreed. Mr. Irving Goldberg, present at the meeting, referred to Adams Street alongside the Fiske School where two ball- fields were put on the playground. He said there is a sidewalk running down Adams Street and a grass strip the Town has graded and seeded. He asked if something could be done to prevent cars from being driven over that strip. Grass strip Mr. Carroll said he would be very leery of putting a Adams St. curbing there because the street is so narrow now. He suggested that the Traffic Study Committee take a look at it and make recommendations to the Board. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing. Executive deliberating or voting on matters which, if made public, Session might adversely affect the public security, the financial interest of the Town, or the reputation of any person. Following discussion with Town Counsel pertaining to legal matters and a land report from Mr. Gray, it was voted to resume the open meeting. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 9:20 P.M. A true record, Attest: L ecuuive r;C`lerk Selectr-en L I L 89 SELECTMEN'S MEETING May 23, 1966 A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Selectmen's Room, Town Office Building, on Monday, May 23, 1966, at 7:30 P.M. Chairman Cole, Messrs. Burnell, Cat .ldo, Sheldon and Mabee were present. Mr. Legro, Town Counsel, Mr. Gray, Executive Assistant, Mr. Carroll, Superintendent of Public Warks, and Miss Murray, Executive Clerk, were also present. Hearing was declared open upon petition of the Boston Edison Company and the New England Telephone and Telegraph Company for permission to locate hip guys and anchors on Emerson Road. Notices of the hearing were mailed to the peti- tioners, owners of property as listed on the petitioners' plans and also filed with the Superintendent of Public Works. Mr. Serverson, representing the Boston Edison Company, was the only person present at the hearing. He explained Hip, guy at present Emerson Road is fed from Adams Street and the & anchor petitioner wants to make a loop out of it. He said the location poles will actually be on Town property. 11 No one wishing to be heard in favor or in opposition, the hearing was declared closed. Later in the evening when Mr . Carroll, Superintendent of Public Works, arrived he advised the Board he had no objection to the proposed locations. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted - to grant the petition and sign the order for the following hip guy and anchor location: Emerson Road, from a pole located on north- easterly side, approximately 115 feet northwest of East Street, -- one hip guy and anchor. Emerson Road, from a pole located on north- easterly side, approximately 266 feet northwest of East Street, -- One hip guy and anchor. Hearing was declared open upon petition of the Boston Edison Company and the New England Telephone and Telegraph Company for permission to locate one pole on Henderson Road. Notices of the hearing were mailed to the peti- tioners, owners of property as listed on the petitioners ' plans and also filed with the Superintendent of Public Works. IIMr. Serverson, representing the Boston Edison Company was the only person present at the hearing. He explained 90 co CIthis is a change of ownership from Boston Edison to a JO Pole pole; nothing is to be moved. location No one wishing to be heard in favor or in opposition, the hearing was declared closed. Later in the evening when Mr. Carroll, Superintendent of Public Works arrived, he advised the Board he hhd no objection to the proposed change in ownership. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the petition and sign the order for the following JO pole location: Henderson Road, northwesterly side, approxi- mately 140 feet souPhwest of Burlington Street, -- One pole. (This is an existing pole, no new pole to be set. ) Mr. Serverson retired at 7:35 P.M. Mr. Leon Burke, Director of Guides, introduced Mr. Peter Harvell and Mr. Eric Gordon, applicants for Guide licenses. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to issue a Guide License to Peter Harvell, 131 Burlington Licenses Street. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to issue a Guide license to Eric Gordon, 35 Peacock Farm Road. Mr. Gray reported receipt of a notice from the Div- Civil ision of Civil Service of a hearing to be held on June 10, Service 1966 to reconsider the salary ranges established for positions hearing the duties of which require full time or part time on pro- grams relative to old age assistance, etc. , the salaries of which are reimbursed to cities and towns where the require- ments of State and Federaistatutes are met. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to have Mr. Gray attend the hearing. Mr. Gray submitted a bill in the amount of $2,000 for architectts services in connection with the Public Architect + s Works Building. He explained this amount covered work bill done to date on the final plans and specifications. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the bill for payment. Mr. Gray referred to application, received from Connors Bros. Inc. for a transfer of Package Goods Store Liquor license and stated Mr. Riley of the Alcoholic Beverages License Commission advised him the Board of Selectmen would have transfer to act on the application first and then send it in for approval. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve Connors Bros. Inc . transfer of Package Goods Store license from 1700 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, to an enlarged store consisting of its present location of 1700 Massachusetts Avenue and the ad oinin emi s s now numbered 1702 Massachusetts Avenue; the nuthber of the 91 enlarged store to be 1700 Massachusetts Avenue. The Chairman read a letter from Merwin L. Hathaway 1404 Massachusetts Avenue, requesting permission to make a connection with the existing storm drain pipe line that runs down Massachusetts Avenue in front of his house. Connection Mr. Carroll stated he looked at t his today and it is to storm going to cost more than Mr. Hathaway thought it would, drain He said the drain is across the street and it will cost an additional $300, but he would approve it . The Chairman said if Mr. Hathaway is willing to pay, Mr. Carroll would have no objection and he did not think the Board woad object. Mr. Cataldo asked who would be responsible if some- thing happened to the drain. Mr. Carroll said the house is so high he did not think there would be any trouble. Mr. Cataldo asked about digging up the street if the drain didn(t work. Mr. Carroll replied the Town would have to do the work and charge Mr. Hathaway. Mr. Cabldo asked if the Board had ever given similar permission to cross the street, and Mr. Carroll replied, not on Massachusetts Avenue. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to aughorize connection, requested by Mr. Hathaway, to II the storm drain. Mr. Gray said the Board, at its last meeting, asked for the balance in the Public Facilities Building Account. He reported there is $460.17 in the building account and Balance in $599.72 in the fund for equipment and furnishings. These Public Rae. funds are unincumbered. The only item to come out of this Building would be the lockers. Account Mr. Cataldo reported he and Mr. Nickerson went up to the building today and Mr. Nickerson is going to draw some sketches for the base of the diorama. Mr. Gray said, with reference to the pond at the Lex- ington Golf Club, he asked Mr. Irwin to investigate this and according to him, there is nothing that he can do under the existing by-law. Mr. Sheldon explained his intent was to see if in Mr. Irwin0s opinion this was a hazard. Mr. Gray stated Mr. Irwin does not think it is, and the people living right next to it are not complaining. In their opinion there is no hazard. Mr. Gray said Mr. Burrell, Director of Civil Defense, wanted to bring a matter up in Executive Session. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Executive to go into Executive Session for the purpose of diseussir Session deliberating or voting on matters which, if made public, 92 CI might adversely affect the public security, the financial interest of the Town, or the reputation of any person. The Chairman said the Board would be in Executive Session ten or fifteen minutes to take up some items on the agenda. Following discussion with Mr. Byrne, Plumbing Inspector, relative to his vacation, and a conference with Mr. Perry, Comptroller, it was voted to resume the open meeting. Mrs. Totman met with the Board axd:referred to Article 7 in the Warrant for the March, 1966, Town Meeting, pertaining to fencing swimming pools, and said she wanted to know what happened and why this item will not be in the June Town Meeting. Fencing The Chairman stated the March meeting ended the last swimming of March. The Town Clerk notified the Building By-Law pools Committee April 15, and in the time allotted, it could not come up with a fencing law as the Warrant closed May 2. He said the Board was signing the Warrant this evening so, roughly, three weeks prior to signing the Warrant, it has to be closed to give the clerical help and counsel sufficient time. He said the only answer the Board can give is, in the time allotted, it couldn't be done. Mr. Gray said this is substantially what the Chairman of the committee told him. They felt there was not enough time and he had not called a meeting. He said this is a complicated subject and not as simple as some may have thought it was. Mrs. Totman asked if the Board felt fencing pools was impossible or if something could be done about it. The Chairman said they are not hazards in the sense an open well is a hazard; these are fairly visible. He said it is a hazard many people feel should be corrected and to that extent, it is a hazard. Mrs. Totman asked when the committee would start meeting and work on this. Mr. Gray said the chairman of the committee did not say when it would be meeting, but it will start work on it. Mrs. Totman said the intent was to do something this summer and asked if there was anytzing in the present By-Laws that could take care of this. The Chairman said he thought she needed a legal interpre- tation at this point, and if she requested the Board in writ- ing for such an interpretation through Town Counsel, the Board would ask for it. Mr. Legro advised there is nothing in the By-Laws now that authorizes any official of the Town to require the fencing of pools. Mrs. Totman asked about the possibility of a pre- liminary report coming in. The Chairman said he thought that was beyond the scope of the article unless the Committee came in with a definite plan. He said it could voluntarily file a report of progress under Article 2. Mrs. Totman asked if the Selectmen could ask the Committee to file a report, and the Chairman said it probably could. He said he hoped the Committee would have a report for the Annual Meeting. Mr. Burrell, Director of Civil Defense, was present at the meeting and said the problem he has is storage space. He has been offered one of the 200 bed emergency hospitals. He explained that on May 16, the Massachusetts Hospital Association completed an agreement with the State Civil Defense whereby it assumes the administration and operation. The problem he is faced with immediately is storage, and he would like some feeling from the Board as to whether t his should be acquired for delivery when the space is available in the Public Warks Building. He stated the Town would not be involved with any cost for putting it in place. The Town will have to provide electricity and would be responsible for the normal care on any property. The Chairman asked about medical supplies. Mr. Burrell explained this includes thirty days/ supplies. Mr. Sheldon asked if there would be a sdcurity problem. Mr. Cataldo said the second floor could be locked. Mr. Burrell stated there are no narcotics, just basic drugs, and this has not been a problem. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize Mr. Burrell, Director of Civil Defense, to apply for a 200 bed hospital granted through Federal Funds. Mr. Burrell said he has a problem of storing supplies that are going up to the new Public Works Building, and he is looking for temporary storage. He said his original suggestion was t he basement of the Public Facilities Building. The Chairman asked how many feet he would need, and he replied, 3,000 cubic feet. C. D. Mr. Cataldo suggested that the Park Department barn storage be used for the summer. Mr. Carroll said he would look at it, but that barn is really filled. Mr. Burrell said the most convenient place is the back section of Cary Hall which is not being used. Mr. Burnell said he wanted to be recorded as being opposed to the use of any part of the basement of the Public Facilities Building for storage of any kind. Mr. Cataldo said he was opposed to backing a truck up and carrying materials down to the cellar. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize Mr. Burrell, Director of Civil Defense, touaae the basement in the rear of Cary MemorialBBuilding for storage Mr. B urrell retired at 8:25 P.M. Mrs. Totttan asked about this coming up at a fall Town Meeting, and the Chairman said the Board would prefer not to have a fall meeting. 94 Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing, deliberating or voting on matters which, if made public, Executive might adversely affect the public secu±tty, the financial Session interest of the Town, or the reputation of any person. Following discussion with the Superintendent of Public Works, Mr. A. E. Sulesky, Dir_ctor of Sewerage Division and C hief Sewerage Engineer of the Metropolitan District Com- mission and a Mr. Hayes, it was voted to resume the open meeting. Chairman Lewellen, Messrs. Benoit, Perkins and Maier, S electmen of Bedford, and Mr. Burdick, Bedford Town Engi- neer, met with the Board. The Chairman stated the problem that exists is the Bedford sewer and he realized Bedford was not to come ib with any possible solution to the problem until some time in June . In the meantime, it was his understanding that Bedford Bedforld's engineer and Lexington 's engineer would meet sewer However, to date nothing has been heard from the Bedford engineer. Mr. Lswellen said they have a Town meeting June 7 and with Town Meetings it takes time, including time of the engineer. He has had his assistant compile some information. Mr. Burdick said he guessed Lexington was intereted in what he is trying to do. He stated what he had in mind is to find out what the ultimate needs will be. He stated he has to get information on what they have now and find out what the future plans are, residential and industry, and also tie in any areas he feels might be pulled out for other purposes. He is in the process of preparing a plan to show this area, and this will also show the areas sewered. He said he would try to determine, on the growth of the Town, what the requirements will be over a period of five, ten or fifteen years and this takes quite a bit of study, and has to be reviewed by many people in the Town familiar with the development of the area The Chairman said he was sure Lexington understood Bedford's concern of the problem as it pertains to Bedford, but at the present time , Bedford has an agreement with Lexington which Lexington contends is not being lived up to and Bedford does exceed 800 gallons a minute. He said he understood if a contract were renegotiated, Bedford would have two methods . One method would be a relief line up to Bedford for which Bedford would have to pay the full cost if Lexington derived no benefit, and the other you'd be timing Lexington's line to convey sewage to the MDC. He read a letter from Mr. Sulesky to the Town of Bedford dated May 9. 1966 95 Mr. Lewellen said Bedford is willing and anxious to 11 pay its way, and is not operating any differently today than it did the first day. He said the 800 gallons a minute is normal in his view and 1200 has been hit with great regularity in the spring runoff. He said it would prophbly be better if the overflow of water was removed, and the other way would be to arrange for a larger capacity and then dump the clear water in the system. He said Bedford has not made up its mind as to what is practical or what is desirable. Mr. Sulesky said all he knew was a new contract is needed because the old one is no longer valid. He said the old formula is not equitable and excess infiltration in the system should be corrected. Mr. Lewellen said when the system was built, there were cracks and someone put cement around the cracks instead of putting in new pipes. Mr. Sulesky advised excessive infiltration would cost the Town of Bedford money. The Chairman asked if the magnitude of the problem was such that it required a consulting engineer. Mr. Burdick replied he has been in touch with them and he is working on information which is something he has to get anyway. He stated as soon as he gets this data on the plan and has a chance to review it, he will be in touch with them and work together from then on. Mr. Sheldon asked if Bedford had definitely retained an outside consulting firm. Mr. Lewellen stated they have engaged the firm of Haley & Ward of Waltham and have a contract. Mr. Cataldo said Lexington is trying to find out how long this condition will exist. Mr. Burdick said if everything goes well he should be in a position to talk with the engineering firm within a week or ten days and, depending on the availability of per- sonnel, he should have something to discuss with Lexington four weeks after that. Mr. Cataldo asked what information Bedford was coming back with. Mr. Burdick replied he was trying to set something up. He said after the plan is ready, he would need a perimeter; then there is field information which he has to get and data on pumping. He also hopes to make some flow tests. Mr. Cataldo asked if this could all be done in three weeks. Mr. Burdick replied not all, part of it. He said he could handle it if he had the manpower. Mr. Cataldo said the Board wants to know what is g€i.ng_ to be done about the excess sewage. Mr. Lewellen said it was not excess, and Mr. Catildo pointed out it is over 800 gallons. Mr. Lewellen said the contract more or less says Lex- ington will take the sewage. 96 CI Mr. Cataldo explained it was at 800 gallons. The Chairman said there are still only two ways to solve this problem. One way is to ge through the system 111 and the other is having a relief sewer going up to Bedford and if that is done, Lexington would be assessed only if it was of value to Lexington and no assessment would be made if it was of no value to Lexington; then the entire assess- ment would be against Bedford. Mr. Sulesky said that was correct. He said, with reference to Bedford's contract with the MDC, almost from the beginning Bedford has gone beyond the area and violated the contract. He said Bedford had no right to go beyond the area, and by doing so, the contract is no longer valid. One of the Bedford Selectmen said they realized they have a problem which has become more of a problem than it had been in the past, and they were asking the Lexington Board to give them some time to do the necessary groundwork. The Chairman said the Board had no objection to giving the Town of Bedford time assuming it would work in good faith. Mr. Sulesky said #1, he wanted to be sure the Town of Bedford has faced up to its problem; if it thinks it has faced the problem, defined and recognizes the responsibility, fine. Secondly, he wanted to know how soon plans can be made to do something about it. He said he wanted A) Bedford to recognize the problem, and B) , have some constructive plans to solve it. Mr. Lewellen said there were no problems until recently, and asked why they should get very busy on a problem they did not have. Mr. Carroll pointed out .that this was called to Bedford's attention in December, 1964. Mr. Legro advised the 800 gallons mentioned is because that was the limit of the capacity of Lexington 's system to take. Mr. Carroll said any sewer design made should be ultimate. Mr. Sulesky said if this is to be three parties, the Commission would not get into the picture until the othertwo parties have some agreement. The Chairman said he could see no point in another meet- ing until the first of July, which, as far as he could see, would be the earliest Bedford would have any facts. Mr. Carroll explained the reason for expanding Lexing- ton's system is not for Lexington only but also because of Bedford. Mr. Cataldo pointed out Lexington would not have to enlarge its system if Bedford decides to go direct to the MDC. It was agreed that the Bedford Board of Selectmen would meet with the Lexington Board of Selectmen at the latters 's meeting on Monday, July 25, at 8:30 P.M. The Bedford group, Messrs. Sulesky and Hayes retired at 9:55 P.M. 97 Mr. Cataldo and Mr. Gray left to attend the TMMA Information Meeting. Mr. Carroll said he would like to take two days of his vacation on June 2 and 3. The Board had no objection. Mr. Carroll explained the difficulty he has in hiring a part-time custodian for the Public Facilities Building and asked for permission to pay $1.85 an hour. Custodian Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize Mr. Carroll to pay $1.85 an hour to the custodian for the Public Facilities Building. Mr. Carroll said there is a piece of land over at the High School, next to Worthen Road, and there is peat. This is school property. He said if he were to go in there and Peat excavate this peat from time to time, he could use it as loam and would like to work out some arrangement with the School Department to replace the peat. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize Mr. Carroll to present this to the School Depart- ment for presentation to the School Committee. Mr. Carroll said he would like to point out to the Board now the Town owns the land at Countryside, he would like the Board to think what should be done about it. Countryside 11Mr. Legro advised that some pictures should be taken first. The Chairman suggested that Mr. Carroll take some pictitsres and then notify Town Counsel. Mr. Legro asked if Mr. Carroll thought this should be made safe, particularly in regard to fallen trees and rats. Mr. Carroll replied he would take some pictures and then submit a proposal to the Board of what he thinks should be done. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to sign the Warrant for the Special Town Meeting to be held on June 20, 1966. Warrant Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grantermission to the Mystic Valley Gas Company to Gas Main locate a 4-inch high-pressure welded steel gas main in Adams Street to serve the home at 98 Adams Street. Petition was received for installation of a lateral sewer line, diff the trunk line to be installed, to serve #7, #8, #9 Westwood Road. Sewer Mr. Carroll said he would send out a formal petition. Petition was received from residents of Blossomcrest Road asking the Board to consider installation of sewer L 98 c.4' lines for the area. Mr. Carroll explained these people want the main to go in in conjunction with work being done by the State, and it will take about a month to make a study. The Chairman said he would advise the petitioners this has been referred to the Town Engineer for a study which would probably take a month. Letter was received from the Metropolitan Building i`overs Co. requesting permission to move two buildings from Belmont to new locations on Bridge Street. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Permit to grant the request, subject to approval from the Planning Board relative to the sale of a tax title lot upon which one of the housed will be placed. Memorandum was received from Mr. Carroll, dated May 18, 1966, on the subject of water restrictions. The Clerk was instructed to send a copy to Mr. Water ban John M. Belding, 1106 Massachusetts Avenue, who had written to the Board on May 8, 1966 inquiring, about a possible water ban this summer. Schedule of the proposed summer meetings of the Planning Board was received. Summer Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted I meetings to hold regular meetings of the Board of Selectmen on Monday, June 6; Monday, June 20; Monday, June 27; Monday, July 11; Monday, July 25; Monday, August 8; Monday, Augnst` 22, and Monday, September 12. nvi I tation was received from the Town Celebrations Committee inviting the Board to participate in the Invitation Memorial Day Parade, on Monday, May 30, 1966. The Chairman said he would represent the Beard. Certification and report from the Divisioncof Civil Ser- Civil Service, dated May 11, 1966, certifying Francis vice report J. Smith, Jr. , and Anthony Augustine, was held over from the last meeting of the Board. The Chairman reported he had checleavVith Chief Corr. It was decided to take no action. Letter was received from Mr. Irwin, Building In- spector, stating he would like to take his vacation the day a week, on Fridays, beginning late June or early July. Vacation He will arrange to have a substitute inspector as he has done in the past. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve Mr. Irwin's arrangement. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Cert. of to certify the characters of R.A.J. Gildea, 6 Parker Inc. Street, Eric T . Clarke, 29 Moon Hill Road, Margaret F. Mann, 5 Pelham Road, Astrid E. Haussler, 12 Larchmont Lane, Charlotte R. Lichterman, 5 Constitution Road, and Warren M. Haussler, 12 Larchmont Lane, all applicants 99 for Certificates of Incorporation. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize the Charman to sign Liquor Purchase Identi- I.D. Cards fication cards for Janet May Branch, 91 Grant Street and James P. Sachetti, 10 Cherry Street. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to renew Starrett Assoociates, Inc. Intelligence Office License license. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the minutes of the Selectments Meeting held on May 16, 1966. Minutes Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to sign a Sidewalk Order for the installation of a tide- walk on the northf-rly side of Raymond Street from Muzzey Sidewalk Street to Clarke Street, a distance of 389.50 feet, Orders Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to sign a Sidewalk Order for the installation of a side- walk on the southerly side of Vine Brook Road at house number eleven. Mr. Alvin Schmertzler, 23 Peacock Farm Road, met with the Board, who said he represented the people who Route 2 picketed Commissioner Sargent's meeting today. Mr. Schmertzler said the reason he asked the Chairman if he could come in to the meeting tonight was the result of the conversation with Commissioner Sargent. He said the Commissioner discussed at great length the proposal not submitted by the Town. Mr. Schmertzler said the people are concerned the proposal they submitted is not the one he had and he may not have seen the one made up by Mr. Carroll and the engineer the group employed. He said he would like to know who went to the last meeting with the Department of Public Works and presented the proposal the Board Approved. He said he felt the Town has been embarrassed. The public statements were most critical of a plan that would make all these people look foolish. He said he would appreciate the Board letting him know who want to the meeting when the plan was presented and the name of the people who received it so his group can clear itself and the Board and possibly the Commissioner. He said he knew the lowest engineering level had seen it. The Chairman said he talked to Coxwaissioner Sargent today and he did not know if it was a slip on the Com- missioner's part. He referred to the tighter loop. He is aware of the slip ramp and he is not shutting the door. The Chairman said the Commissioner assured him he would still talk to the Selectmen if they wanted to come in. 1U0 He said the Commissioner has no objection to having the plan reviewed by the Bureau of Public Roads but he wants the initiative to come from the Selectmen. He said the111 Board has written to Gullion. Mr. Schmertzler asked if the Board would have any objection if he called Gullion. The Chairman said he had no objection. He said at this point he has not written to the Representatives or Senators, and any time the Selectmen want to talk to Co,- missioner Sargent, they can go in. He said hs has talked to him several times and he had to say the department has been very fair as far as its time allotment is concerned. He said it may be the Commissioner is not technically aware of all the facets of the plan as proposed. He said when he talked to the Commissioner before on the slip ramp from the point of conservation, he did not think it had much merit. He said the Bureau of Public Roads has seen the plan of the slip ramp proposal. He said he thought the people of Peacock Farms were aware of the fact the Board of Selectmen is concerned and they should be aware of the fact the Board does not condone picketing. He said he did not remember who went in with the slip ramp proposal, Mr. Schmertzler said if Commissioner Sargent acknow- ledges he has seen it and knows what it is, then the things the group is concerned about don't have to be pursued. The Chairman said he could get a letter from him to that effect. Mr. Schmertzler said what concerned the group was that no matter what was said, the Commissioners went off constantly. He said two other things have come to the group's attention. Mr. Hogan insists that a three-page letter was sent to the Board. The Chairman said he explained this that the Board never did receive a three-page memo, and it may be that he was referring to another problem which was a three-page memo. He said he could clear this up. He explained the Board did receive a three-page memo, but it *as not on this, it was related to the DPW maintenance depot. Mr. Schmertzler said there seems to be an opinion that t he Town is trying to get something from the State to which it is not entitled in thew ay of funds for the roads. The Chairman said he cleared this before with the Commissioner. He said there are misunderstandings but he thought they could all be resolved and he would take the points up with t he Commissioner if Mr. Schmertzler would give them to him. Mr. Schmertzler said he would have them typed and see that the Chairman received them. Mr. Schmertzler retired at 10:40 P.M. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing, lot deliberating or voting on matters which, if made public, might adversely affect the public security, the financial interest of the Town, or the reputation of any person. Executive Following discussion with Town Counsel of two claims, Session it was voted to resume the open meeting. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 10:45 P.M. A true record, Attest: —,E eeutivS Clerk, Select n � P 3 f 1 102 C') I VOID 1 ion SELECTMEN'S MEETING May 31, 1966 A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Selectmen' s Room, Town Office Building, on Monday, May 31, 1966, at 7:30 P.M. Chairman Cole, Messrs. Sheldon, Cataldo and Mabee were present. Mr. Legro, Town Counsel, Mr. Gray, Executive Assistant , Mr. Carroll, Superintendent of Public Works, and Miss Murray, Executive Clerk, were also present. Mr. Legro stated last week the Board referred to him the contract for the purchase of voting machines. Voting He reported he had redrafted the agreement, primarily machines to eliminate what he thought was unneeessary involve- agreement ment, the risk of loss on the Town from the time of signing the agreement until the time of delivery. He said he had not talked to the representative of the company, but planned to do so. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to sign the agreement as submitted by Mr. Legro. Both copies were taken by Mr. Legro. Mr. Legro said he had a deed from the Town to Hugo R. Maienza, et al, Trustees of The 1775 RHalty Trust for parcels A and B; Parcel A being Depot Square and Deed Parcel B being Edison Way. He said he thought he was ready now to compbte conveyance. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to execute the deed as submitted by Mr. Legro. Letter was received from A. Morris Kobrick, attorney for Lexland Construction Corp. , dated May 25, 1966, in regard to sttlement of damages arising out of the taking Lexland of the land at the corner of Woburn and Lowell Streets . settlement A copy of the letter was sent to Mr. Legro, Town Counsel. Mr. Legro stated, in accordance with the vote of the Board, he was in the process of obtaining the papers and would try and get this on the warrant for next Monday' s meeting. Mr. Gray reported receipt of a bill from Raymond International Inc. , in the amount of $135.00 for test borings at the Public Works Building, in connection with Bill for the proposed addition and alterations. borings Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve payment of the bill, in the amount of $435.00, as submitted. 1.04 CAD n Mr. Gray reported receipt of a bill, in the amount of $4000, received from William A. Halsey, architect for Architect' s the Public Works Building. bill Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize payment of $4.,000 for professional services to May 27, 1966. Mr. Gray reported receipt of a request from the Lexington Liquor Mart, Inc. , for a change in the Manager from Victor B. Lithciardi, now deceased, to Josephine Licciardi. He explained he had contacted the Alcoholic Lexington Beverages Commission and all that is required is approval Liquor Mart by the Board of Selectmen. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to issue a new Package Goods. Store license to the Lex- ington Liquor Mart, Inc. , 184.9 Massachusetts Avenue, Josephine Licciardi, Manager. Mr. Gray said, at the request of Mr. Sheldon, he had Mr. Irwin, Building Inspector, make an inspection of the premises at 475 Massachusetts Avenue known as the Cummings' property to determine its condition. Mr. Cummings' Irwin' s inspection showed it is in the same condition it ' hearing was a year or six months ago. Mr. Gray said he bad a copy of the procedure to be followed, given to him by Mr. Legro, Town Counsel, which he read to the Board. He said on the basis of the Building Inspector' s report, it was his recommendation that the Board authorize a bearing on this building under Chapter 139, Section 1 of the General Laws. The Chairman said the first thing is to call a hear- ing and notify all parties . Mr. Legro advised written notice comes after the hearing. He said his problem was, and from his recollection, the owner was in and made some statements about it, and he thought the Board gave him a period of time. He said it seemed to him it would be better to hold a hearing, the Board make its detertination and then send a notice. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to amend the summer schedule by adding Monday, June 13, 1966. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to hold a hearing on the Cummings' property Monday, June 13, 1966. Mr. Gray requested permission to be absent from the Board' s meeting on June 13 so that he could attend his daughter' s graduation. The Board granted his request. Mr. Gray reported he checked with the Department of Taxation relative to the Federal grant on the Woodhaven 105 Sewer project. Mr. MacKinnon advised him that this could not be used to reduce this year' s tax rate. Mr. Carroll reported the Cemetery Department would like to run a water service into the old burying ground between #11 Harrington Road and #1949 Massachusetts Avenue. He said there is a right-of-way along Mrs. Whalents pro- perty and he believed the Town has rights in it and also Water ser- the people at 1949 Massachusetts Avenue have rightd in it. vice - Old He statdd to keep from digging the driveway, he proposed burying a five-foot easement through the existing right-of-way. ground He reported one of the Cemetery Commissioners contacted Mrs. Whalen and she will grant an easement to the Town, but he did not know if the Selectmen were involved or if this was something to be handled by the Cemetery Com- missioners. He said his department became involved be- cause someone had to draw a plan. Mr. Legro advised the easement would come to the Town and be under the control of the Selectmen unless it was placed in other hands . He said if the work is to be done by the Department of Public Works, he would think it should be in the Board of Selectmen. The Chairman asked if this was something Mr. Carroll could work out with Town Counsel. Mr. Carroll replied in the affirmative and said he thought the Board should know of the problem. Mr. Carroll stated last week some gentlemen from Cabot, Cabot & Forbes came in to see Mr. Gray. They were proposing construction of a building on Hartwell Avenue, northwest of Hartwell Avenue, near the Westview Street connector . They do not have access to any sewer main He said the Town put water and sewer in that area two or three years ago. At that time, it was indicated to the Town they would develop that particular corner. He ex- plained the sewer and water mains were placed where it was thought the construction was going to be at that time. He said the sewer is about 240 feet short of their pro- perty line, and the lot has been assessed for the sewer. The problem is how do they get sewer to the property. He said the amount of money available in the 1964 sewer account is an unencumbered balance of $39,000. The amount of money available in the 1965 sewer account is an unencumbered balance of $33,000. He explained he was going to recommend that the Board consider sewers this year that were rejected in the 1966 budget. He stated he was trying to say there are sufficient funds in the carryover budget if the Board wants to use it to construct this sewer which will cost $5,002. He explained the sewer goes towards the railroad tracks anddown to Route 128, almost to this piece of property. 0 N Mr. Cataldo asked if the main in Westview Street was large enough. Mr. Carroll replied it is a 12" main. Mr. Gray said these people are going to meet with the Planning Board right away and the business should be in there by October. He stated it will be a 30,000 square foot building and an application has already been filed with the Board of Appeals for a hearing as soon as possible. The concern is Western-Rotek. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize Mr. Carroll to proceed with the installation of the sewer to serve the proposed building, subject to them going ahead with the Building. Mr. Carroll reported on bids for chairs and chair Chair bids trucks for Cary Memorial Hall. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to accept the low bid of $3,038.37 net submitted by Pettingill and Pear. Mr Carroll reported on bids for a sweeper, and recommended the purchase of two three-wheel Wayne sweepers Sweeper bids from Casey & Dupuis at its net bid of $22,200. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to accept the net bid of $22,200 received from Casey & Dupuis Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing, deliberating or voting on matters which, if made public, Executive might adversely affect the public security, the financial Session interest of the Town, or the reputation of any person. Following discussion with Town Counsel pertaining to legal matters, and with Mr. Carroll relative to the Economic Opportunity Act, it was voted to resume the opera meeting. Mr. Legro retired at 8:14 P.M. Letter was received from^the Metropolitan Building Movers Co. requesting permission to move a building from Permit 67 Rose Road, Belmont, to 7 Webster Road, Lexington. Mn. Carroll said he thought this would be all right Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant a permit to the Metropolitan Building Movers Co. to move a house from Belmont to 7 Webster Road, subject to the usual conditions. Notice was received from the State Department of Public Works with reference to a hearing to be given by the Department in the Concord-Carlisle Regional High School on June 8, 1966, at 8:00 F.M. relative to the 1O7 proposed reconstruction of Auto Route 2 with some relo- cations as a limited access State highway in the towns of Acton, Concord, Lincoln and Lexington, The Chairman asked Mr. Carroll and Mr. Gray to attend. Letter was received from Mrs. Gerald A. Guild, Tower Hill, Brimfield, Mass. , stating during a visit to the Common she noticed the flag was not flying. Flag Mr. Leon Burke, present at the meeting, stated that on the day to which Mrs. Guild referred, some repairs were being made to the pole. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to appoint the following individuasl as Operators in the Civil Defense Communications, as requested by Mr. Burrell C. D. in a letter dated May 20, 1966: Jeffrey W. Duncan, 85 appointment Woburn Street, Robert E. Ganshirt, 48 Fletcher Avenue and Kenneth Shufelt, 192 Burlington Street. Invitation to attend Flag Day ceremonies on Tuesday, June lL , 1966, at 7:00 A.M. was received from the Lexington Invitation Lodge of Elks No. 220k. Letter was received from the Stanley Hill Post #38, Inc. , requesting permission to conduct a Country Fair on September 2, 3 and 5, rather than September 2, 3 and L , as Fair previously requested. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the request. Request was also received from the Stanley Hill Post, #38, Inc. for permission to conduct it second annual Horse Horse Show Show in Willard Woods on Sunday, October 2, 1966. Upon motioh duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the request. Letter was received from Tarlow Associates (WHIZ) advising they are presently preparing a formal application to wire the Town with a Community Antenna Television System. Mr. Carroll retired at 8:18 p.M. Letter was received from Commissioner Charles H. W. Foster, Department of Natural Resources, advising Director Route 2 Gullion had discussed with him the Board' s reque tcommuni- cation with respect to the proposed interchange at Route 2. He said the department would be more than pleased to review the miter. He has akked the Director to continue to be responsible for this project. CO N I OS 2CCI Application for permission to conduct a dance in Cary Hall on June 27, 1966 was received from Paul Ferravesi 1468 Massachusetts Avenue, a member of the group known as "Dimensions" . ![r. Ferrasesi said Albert Hvuby was the Use of sponsor. He explained the dance is to raise funds with Cary Hall which to buy equipment for the "Dimensions" , a group of five musicians; four in High School and one attending Northeastern University. It was left that the group would find out exactly what it is going to do and how; then return to the Board at which time further consideration will be given the application. Application for permission to conduct a meeting in Estabrook Hall on June 14, 1966 from 8:00 P M. until 11:00 P.M. was received from the Lexington Mental Health Use of hall Association. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant permission to use the hall, free of charge, but subject to a fee for custodian' s overtime services. Taxi Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted license to grant Kenneth P. Kelley, Jr. , 11 Cedar Street, a license to operate a Taxicab within the limits of the Town. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted I.D. Card to authorize the Chairman to sign a Liquor Purchase Identi- fication Card for Wayne A. Fisher, 48 Blake Road, satis- factory evidence of his age having been received. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Minutes to approve the minutes of the Selectmen' s Meeting held on May 23, 1966. Mr. Cataldo reported receipt of a letter from Dr. DeNormandie regarding a meeting of the group study- ing the subject of waste disposal. A meeting will be held on June 7, but he said he would not be able to attend and he thought the Town should be represented. Meeting The Chairman asked Mr. Cataldo to give all the in- formation to Mr. Gray, and if he, the Chairman, could not make it, Mr. Gray would. Mr. Gray said the By-Law Committee was meeting that evening. The Chairman asked Mr. Gray to ask Mr. Carroll to attend the meeting, representing the Town of Lexington. Mr. Cataldo reported on the proposed landscaping for the Public Facilities Building. He said before any 109 planting is done, he would like to have the brick wall extended beyond the end of the building which would cost approximately $50. He said he would like to have an item included in next year' s budget for additional walks. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authovite Mr. Carroll to extend the brick walks beyond the end of the Public Facilities Building. At 8:1. 0 P.M. , Mr. Legro , Town Counsel, Messrs. Sussman, Peckham, York and Smith of the Conservation Commission, and Mr.Mazerall, Park Superintendent, met with the Board. The Chairman asked if the Town would lose the right to Federal reimbursement if takings were made by eminent domain. Mr. Legro replied this was his understanding from the Conservation Commission. Nowehe understands they have a He saidhe had no answer at all; whatever new ruling. � , the he had came from Conservation Commission. The Chairman said if the Town takes the land for conservation purposes but by eminent domain it does not lose Federal reimbursement. Mr. Sussman said if the same procedure is used that Conser- has been used in the past as if it were not going to be vation taken by eminent domain and give the proper 90 day' s notice, then the Town is entitled to receive Federal funds if everything else is in order. He said it is his feeling and hope that when this program is funded again by the Great and General Court, the rules will be changed and the Town will be able to receive both State and Federal funds. This would not be retroactive. He said he has taken the proper caution of applying for both State and Federal funds and received a letter of consent from both before asking the Board to consider the purchase. Mr. Cataldo asked Mr Sussman to tell the Board ex- actly what the commission will have to do. Mr. Sussman explained he applies for State and Federal reimbursement He asks them to please send him letters of consent indicating the commission may proceed with the purchase without prejudice to the application. If there is any need to proceed with the purchase before the com- mission receives full approval of the application, the commission then sends a letter to the Selectmen asking that the land be taken. He said if he starts now, assum- ing a vote of the Town Meeting authorized it, and he put in the application, it might be a matter of a few months before he receives authorization to proceed with the purchase without prejudice. He said at that point he can ask to make the purchase. The Chairman asked to what extent the Town was obligated when it received Federal funds ; how much control it has 110 CO ri covering this land. He asked if people from all over the country could go in there and picnic there. Mr. Sussman said the Town is covered by the Civil Rights Act of 1964. In addition to that, the Town must allow others to use theland if they do so within the scope of the regulations that the local Conservation Commission establishes. It may establish regulations, issue permits and charge prices. c The Commission has not yet considered regulations, but it will. Mr. Cataldo asked if the Town could deny anyone the use of this land. Mr. Sussman said if it is within the scope of the regulations, the people are orderly, applied for permits, paid for the permit, etc. , then he did not think they could be denied the use. ZQr. Legro asked to what extent the use could be limited. Mr. Sussman replied almost as extensive as the imagination can conceive; structures on the land can be limited. He said the land is under control of the Con- servation Commission which should set up designs for the proper use of the land. Mr. Cataldo said if Lexington people were permitted to do certain things, people from Arlington could not be denied a permit to do the same thing. He asked if the 4-H Club had a permit to conduct a horse show, could the commission deny people from Arlington doing the same thing if they applied for a permit . Mr. Sussman said the permit would be $5.00 a year and everyone of them apply for a $5.00 permit; then it is not in use for another purpose, and third the commission can find no other conflict then it might be one of the uses allowed only at the discretion of the commission. Mr. Cataldo asked if Arlington people could be denied the use of the land if they met all the conditions. Mr. Sussman replied he was not sure at this point, but it is quite possible the commission could not. Mr. Gray said it was his understanding that where the Federal Government is involved, it might be that the use of the land could not be restricted to any .iresidents. He said his understanding of the Act is, if Federal funds are involved, the commission cannot deny the use of the land to any citizen regardless of where he lives. Mr. Sussman said that was correct except for use and differential charges. He said the commission is allowed to charge a nonresident considerably more than it would charge a resident . The Chairman asked if Mr. Sussman had any prices on the various parcels yet and he replied in the affirmative. 1 111 I He stated that on Whipple Hill, Rosetti owns something over four acres. The total amount of land is thirty-six acres. For the thirty-six acres the commission has a proper opinion of value of $3,000 an acre which would mkke it $108,000. There is $21,000 in the Conservation Fund and this leaves $87,000 The option with Rosetti is $2800 an acre and Mr. Berglund' s suggested price is $3,000. Mr. Rosetti does not own nineteen acres but owns something over four acres . Mr. Hamilton from Arlington owns something over fourteen acres of the nineteen acre parcel. He said there have been some discussions but he was not at liberty to indicate his statements. He said he had a strong feeling Mr. Hamilton is not, at this moment, willing to sell the land for any- thing near $3,000 an acre. Mr. Sheldon asked if this was part of the thirty-ax acres. Mr. Gray replied he has thirty-one acres. The Chairman asked if the total price for Whipple Hill was $108,000, and Mr. Sussman replied approximately $108,000. Mr. Mabee pointed out the most recent land the Town acquired in that general neighborhood was owned by the Goodriches, and he wanted to know if the commission had in- vestigated the cost per acre of that land and differentiate to him why this land under consideration now is so very much more. He said it is land of similar terrain, outcrops on it and is reasonably unaccessible. He said it was his recol- lection it was one-quarter to one-third per acre the cost the Commission is talking about. He said keeping in mind the bulk of the land on Whipple Hill was given the Town for $1.00 because if *as unbuildable. He said this trend is what worries him about conservation. Mr. Sussman said one of the things he has observed is that land which one would call unbuildlble some years ago has now become economically feasible to develop. The commission also has Mr. Ber lund' s opinion of value indicating that it was worth about $3,000 an acre. Mr. Cataldo said he would like to see the opinion of value . Mr. Sussman said it is asserted by the owner he has access from Winchester. The commission is in the process of making further investigation on its own to find out just what the rights are of the subdivider and the rights of the Planning Board where the rights have to be through another town. Mr. Cataldo asked why the commission was coming in at this Town Meeting if it doesn't have everything squared away. Mr. Sussman said the commission is in the process of having this squared away, and stated the developers from Winchester are coming closer and closer. .12 CADalt N Mr. Cataldo pointed out a taking could not be made for months to begin with. Mr. Sussman said that was correct, and right now they do have an option to buy and have the money to buy the land. The Chairman asked how much money, altogether, the commission was coming in to this Town Meeting for. Mr. Sussman replied $155,000, including additional money for Whipple Hill, money for the Hathaway Road and Red Coat Lane land. The Chairman said what the Commission is getting is $1 00 on the tax rate, and asked if it was the polic$ of the Commission to come in every year for $1.00 on the tax rate. Mr. Sussman replied the Commission has no policy. Mr. Sheldon said it has been rumored there has been some problem regarding the West property based on the type of vote passed at Town Meeting. Mr. Sussman said the only truth is yes it is true it has been rumored. The rumor is false. The people have not yet had a chance to act on the application. He said the Commission sees nothing wrong with the way it has been done. Mr. Sheldon said in the Commissioner' s opinion there is nothing wrong in the way it handled this which would prevent the Town from getting Federal funds. Mr. Sussman said that was correct; otherwise they would have done it differently. The Conservation Commission retired at 9:25 P.M. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing, deliberating or voting on matters whihb, if made public, might adversely affect the public security, the financial interest of the Town, or the rep.tbation of any person. Following general discussion regarding the cherry sheet with the Board of Assessors, Messrs. Grush, Hoyt and Smith, it was voted to resume the open meeting. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 9:55 P M. A true record, Attest: �� e tiv Cler , Select n 1 113 SELECTMEN'S MEETING June 6, 1966 A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Selectmen' s Room, Town Office Building, on Monday, June 6, 1966, at 7: 30 F.M. Chairman Cole, Messrs. Burnell, Cataldo and Sheldon were present. Mr. Legro, Town Counsel, Mr. Gray, Executive Assistant, Mr. Carroll, Superintendent of Public Works, and Miss Murray, Executive Clerk, were also present. Hearing was declared open upon petition of the New England Telephone and Telegraph Company for per- mission to locate underground conduit and manholes in Massachusetts Avenue. Notices of the hearing were mailed to the peti- tioner, owners of the property as listed on the peti- tioner' s plan and also filed with the Superintendent Conduit of Public Works . hearing Mr. Robert Dunn, representing the petitioner, explained the petition is for conduit along Massa- chusetts Avenue from Marrett Road to Woburn Street. 111 He advised the reason for this at this time is, later on he believed the street will be resurfaced under Chapter 90. This conduit will not have to be disturbed for twenty-five years and it is planned to go on the side- walk all the way. Mr. Cataldo asked if anything wasgoing on private property and Mr. Dunn replied in the negative. He stated it will all be in the street, the public way, and none of it will be on private property. The Chairman said no private property is involved, and Mr. Dunn stated it is all in the public way. Mr Mr. Joseph S. Broussard, 1358 Massachusetts Avenue, said he had no objection but when the sewer was put in Percy Road, it was not going to be on private property but it took several years to get the property back in shape. The lawn was ruined and the sidewalk never put back. The Chairman read a letter from Victor A. and Gabrielle E. Lewinson, 1 Hunt Road, stating they would like to be assured their property will not be injured by the work, or will be returned to its present condition after the work; otherwise, they had no objection. Mr. E. Arnold Nelson, 1387 Massachusetts Avenue, said when any promise is made to restore the property or a street to its original condition, if it were kept, dverything 114rl am would be find. He said ten years ago when the telephone company tore up Massachusetts Avenue past his place, that section of Massachusetts Avenue was never restored for years. He said it seemed to him whether the telephone company, the town, or anyone else tears up the street, it should be replaced. Last winter was particularly bad on Wood Street, Waltham Street and the contractor never put it back in place again. He said he wished there was some way &to get the contractors to put the streets back in their original condition. The Chairman explained Massachusetts Avenue is going to be resurfaced, so it will be in the same condition it is below Marrett Road. Prior to doing this, the Town notifies all utility companies to get 'anything they want done before the street is resurfaced. Mr. Nelson asked how long the street would be torn up. Mr. Dunn replied the entire street will not be torn up at once. As soon as the contractor places so many feet of conduit, he will backfill. He said the entire job would last from six weeks to two months . The Chairman explained no one individual would be inconvenienced for six weeks, but only for the time it takes to go past his property. Mr.Hawley K. Rising, 1430 Massachusetts Avenue, asked on which aide of the street the work would be done, and Mr. Dunn replied the northerly side. Mr. Rising asked howI close this work would coincide to the resurfacing. Mr. Carroll stated bids would go out about the middle of August or the first of September. Mr. Dunn said the telephone company would be out of there by then. The hearing was declared closed at 7:43 P.M. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the petition and sign the order for the follow- ing conduit and manhole locations: Massachusetts Avenue: From M.H. 54/20 northwesterly, northerly, northwesterly, then westerly, approxi- mately forty seven hundred and twenty (4720) feet of underground conduit; also five manholes. Massachusetts Avenue: From new manhole 54/8B, westerly, then southerly, approximately eighty-nine ( 89) feet of underground conduit. Massachusetts Avenue: From new mahole 54/11A, south- westerly, approximately thirty seven ( 37) feet of underground conduit 15 Massachusetts Avenue: From new manhole 54/17A, south- westerly, approximately thirty-six (36) feet of underground conduit. Mr. Gray reported receipt of a bill, in the amount of $4,000 received from William A. Halsey, architect for Architect' e the Public Works Building, for professional services to bill June 3, 1966. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize payment of $4,000 to William A. Halsey for professional services to June 3, 1966. Mr. Gray reported he had contacted the Building In- spector today and asked what an inspeettbon be made of the Goodwin property located on Bartlett Avenue. He ex- Goodwin plained this was on the barn that is supposed to be in barn poor condition. A report will be available for the next meeting of the Board. Mr. Robert Wilson, 33 Bartlett Avenue, said there was a fire on Mr. Goodwin' s property three years ago and this barn was partially destroyed. He has done nothing since that time and it is supported by makeshift barrels . He said this is a permanent danger to his children. The Chairman said the building is being investi- gated by the Building Inspector and a report will be sub- mitted to the Board next week. Mr. Wilson said the other complaint is about junk cars and that is being taken care of. He said this is a danger to his children and anyone else in the neigh- borhood. Mr. Carroll said the law permits the Superintendent of Public Works to remove cars from public or private ways if he thinks the cost of moving them is greater than the value of the car, and also from private property if there is a request from the owner. He said his approach has been if he goes into the business of moving cars which have been put there by the person who owns the property, the Town may find itself in trouble He said what might happen is some boy will be buying cars, stripping them and then asking the Town to take the cars to the dump. He explained the Town cannot go onto Mr. Goodwin' s pro- * Mr. Sheldon asked if the owner could be requested to abate this nuisance if it is a nuisance. Mr. Legro advised a petition has been prepared, is ready for the Building Inspector' s signature and will be ready this week for the Superior Court and he thought much of this discussion was mute. *perty unless he asks it to and even then he did not think the Town should move the cars. 116ac cr) It Mr. Carroll referred to the sewer main, Winter Street trunk sewer, and said it is necessary to go across the Armory property on Bedford Street. He wrote to the Com- monwealth of Massachusetts Adjutant General' s office and asked for the right or permit to go across the property. He received a reply to his letter stating he had no statutory authority and suggested that the Town Counsel prepare and file special legislation. Mr. Carroll ,said he was asking the Board to ask its Representative if he would petition the Legislature to accept a late filed bill to have the Armory grant the Town this easement. The Chairman said if legislation goes through and is opposed, it would have serious effect. Mr. Legro said the letter came from Major General Ambrose. The Chairman said there have been many late filed bills this year; all of them submitted and many have gone through. He reported, as a Representative, he did oppose the National Guard this week. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to direct Town Counsel to prepare the necessary legis- lation to authorize the Town of Lexington to locate a sewer main through property of the National Guard Armory, 459 Bedford Street, Lexington. The Chairman said he would file it Mr. Carroll submitted a color chart for the Board' s Chair color use in selecting a color for thechairs to be purchased for cary Memorial Hall. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to use the color combination recommended by Mr. Carroll, bronze and mocha. Mr. Sheldon said he thought the sign on Waltham Street indicating parking is supposed to point out the new entrance to the parking area, and he did not think Parking it adequate. People have mentioned this to him and he has been watching it. He stated he thought a stranger coming into Town might be a little confused. Mr. Sheldon said he was not bringing the subject to the Board' s at- tention as a complaint, but would like to suggest that a study be made. Mr. Burnell said this was the result of a study. Mr. Carroll said he would take a look at it. Mr. Ralph DiNunzio, 91 Pleasant Street, and a large group of residents from the area of Bowman Park, met with the Board. Mr. James E. Storer, 69 Pleasant Street, Chairman of the Committee for the Preservation of Bowman dark, with reference to Route 2, said an alternate plan had 117 been submitted by the Peacock Farm Group. He said he would like a statement as to the Board' s position on these proposals. The Chairman said Mr. Carroll, Town Engineer and Superintendent of Public Works, would explain the second proposal as there may be some misunderstanding. He said, to his knowledge, the slip ramp will not do anything differ- ent to the traffic. Mr. Carroll said the title of the committee would indicate to him the slip ramp is not the question. Mr. DiNunzio said they are not only opposed to the traffic problem, they are ppposed to any land taking on that stretch of Pleasant Street. Mr. Cataldo pointed out that regardless of what happens at Peacock Farms, it will have no bearing on this. Mr. Storer asked what action the Planning Boad and Board of Selectmen had taken. The Chairman replied, with reference to the slip ramp, the Board would give it approval as it stands and he thought the Conservation Commission had also approved it. Mr. Carroll, by use of a map placed on the wall, ex- plained the interchange proposed by the State, and stated the Town became involved because of the fact it wanted to find a good solution to what to do with the end of Worthen Road. He explained one of the proposals made to the State regarding the extension of Worthen Road and traced it on the plan. He informed the group that the State, for various reasons, turned this down for engineering and financial pur- poses At that time, the State suggested a proposal for the Town' s 1prpblexq pf Worthen Road which he also traced on the plan. He explained that, out of the Peacock Farm problem came a plan which is a slip ramp which does not go around the hill. The turn of traffic coming from Belmont going west on Route 2 is eliminated. He said he thought both Boards feel something has to be done to solve the problem of what to do with the end of Worthen Road. This plan involves reconstruction of a section of Watertown Street and a section of Pleasant Street. Mr. Storer, with reference to Bowman Park, said one of the beauties of the vicinity will be wiped out . Mr. Carroll explained this is merely a preliminary plan at 100 scale and it is not a designed plan. Mr. Storer said he was an engineer and to him it reads there will be some terrific land takings. Mr. Carroll said, certainly; there will be a connection between Pleasant Street and Watertown Street. There would be some minor ramp work through a portion of Bowman Park. Mr. Storer asked how Mr. Carroll felt knowing that Bowman Park was given to the Town. The Chairman replied Mr Carroll is the Town Engineer 118 and the Selectmen are the policy making Board. He said at this moment, the loop plan is still the one opposed by the Department of Public Works, and the Bureau of Natural Resources is reviewing the plan, but whether it would have any effect on the Department of Public Works, is another question. Mr. Storer asked what the Boat and Planning Board had done officially in respect to this proposal. The Chairman replied the Selectmen are in favor of the slip ramp proposal, and this is also the Planning Boardls position. He said he understood the Chairman of the Plan - ning Board, as an individual, has written a letter stating he is going along with the loop plan. Mr Storer said these is rx:thing in this plan which suggests that the bottleneck witll.be removed. He said several years ago, Emerson Road w&.s studied and engineered and asked what reasons have come up since then to remove Emerson Road from the Town planning. The Chairman replied if there is any reason at all, it has been the Town Meeting refusing to vote for the segments of Emerson Road. Mr. Carroll explained that when Worthen Road was con- ceived, Route 2 was not a limited access road. Early in 1950 when the road was originally conceived, the Board of Selectmen contacted the State Department of Public Works and said it would like an interchange to take Worthen Road directly onto Route 2. The State would go along with that if the Town built the road immediately. The Board, at that time, felt the amount of money involved was too much to akk the Town to spend. Mr. Storer said he must admit the attitude he got from the State was not that it objected or approved, but there was no justification in them considering it until Worthen Road became a reality. It was useless to dis- cuss the issue until Worthen Road was worked out. Mr. Carroll said the State said the Town would hage to pay something like $700,000. He said the letter did not say absolutely no, but did say the Town would have to pay $700,000. The engineer did not like the design and had many objections, there were all kinds of grade problems. He said each time he talked about Worthen Road, they said Worthen Road did not exist. Mr. Cataldo said the Board of Selectmen has spent many hours, months, on this very thing, and this is the first time the people in the area have come forth. He said this has been written up in the Lexington Minute-man and there have been many meetings with the Department of Public Works. He said every group that comes in says it has talked with the Deprtment of Public Works and if this group would give the Board the names of the individuals 11. 9 it had talked to, the Board would sit down with them. One of the men present said they had talked to Sargent, Brown and Gardner who said they did not want to go along with the proposal of the Planning Board of Worthen Road coming into Pleasant Street, or widening Pleasant Street. He said he talked to Commissioner Sargent about Worthen Road and he said there was no point in arguing because it did not exist. He said this is the impression he got. Mr. Cataldo explained that regardless of what happens at the slip ramp, the Board wants to solve the entire problem now; it wants to construct Pleasant Street and Watertown Street regardless of what happens, including Worthen Road. Mr. Carroll said the estimited cost isroughly $238,000. He said he did not know whether the Town will pay, the State( pay a portion or not ; this is something that would have to be worked out. The Chairman said all the meetings have been public; no closed meetings were held and all have been reported by the press. He said the people in the Peacock Farms area approached the Board. He said he could understand the peoples' concern but he would appreciate it if they would not accuse the Boats of clandestine meetings. Mr. Carroll explained the estimate of $238,000 in- cluded taking one house. Mr. Brook said the group had assisted in electing The Board and he would feel happy if, as their representa- tives, the Board would let them know certain things were being talked about. The Chairman explained this has been a problem for some time, and Mr. Brock, as an individual, has known the problem of Rate2existed. Mr. Brook said at no time did he hear anything about Bowman Park. The Chairman said this was recent; in fact, just the past month. He emphasized this is a preliminary proposal and may not be the solution to Worthen Road. Mr Brook said most of the people are going to see that it %tll not come to fruition. Mr. Cataldo pointed out that the discussion is about two separate problems. He said the Board of Selectmen was asked by the State if it would consider the semicircle as a possible solution to Worthen Road and this had nothing to do with the slip ramp. Mr. Storer asked if this was an approved plan or not . TheChairman replied an approved plan is one finally acceptable to all parties concerned. This is a prelimi- nary concept. Mr. Storer said widening the street will not solve the traffic and even widening the circle will not solve the problem. 120 ['S The Chairman said he did not want anyone to leave the meeting with the idea this is a proposal that will be a remedy. At the moment the slip ramp only iv what the Board has approached the State Department of Public Works with. He said the Board of Selectmen is not a Planning Board. He said he did not want anyone to think the plan on the wail is what is going to happen. Following further questions, answers and a variety of comments, the Chairman stated the Board had created a Route 3 Committee when Route 3 was a problem which continued on Route 2, and he did not think Mr. Cataido, Chairman of that Committee, would have any objection if the Bowman Park group wanted to work with this committee and keep up with whatever changes are made. Mr Storer said he would definitely be in contact with Mr. Cataldo. The group retired at 9:25 P.M. Chief James F. Corr met with the Board. The Chairman read the list of patrolmen eligible for promotion to Sergeant, and upon recommendation of Chief Sergeants Corr, it was unanimously voted to appoint Lloyd L. appointed Faulkingham, Jr. , John P. Costello and George W. Porten, the three top men on the list, to position of Sergeant ef- fective Friday, June 10, 1966. Chief Corr retired at 9:33 P.M. The Chairman said the Peacock Farm group has requested Mr. Carroll to meet with it when the group meets with the State regarding Route 2. The Board had no objection. The Chairman read a letter from the Board of Health Cummings advising that Mr. Cummings has discontinued distribution of milk in Lexington, due to the fact he has sold his milk business to Suj.nyhurst Dairy of Stoneham. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to appoint the following individuals Special Police for terms expiring March 31, 1967, as requested by Chief Corr: SPECIAL POLICE OFFICERS - 1966-1967 Acheson, Eugene A. 2634 Massachusetts Ave. Resident Adams, Adam A. 23 Charles Street Resident Adams , Alan G. 15 Somerset Road Resident Adams, Bertram H. Jr 127 Wyoming Ave. , Malden M I.T. Linc. Lab. Anderson, Carl 41 Ledgelawn Avenue Civil Defense Baker, Ramon C. 14 Stratham Road Resident 1 ° 1 i ,SPECIAL POLICE OFFICERS 1966-1967 (cont' 3. Bailout Sidney R 38 Highland Avenue Resident Barnes, John E. 26 Kenmore Road, Malden BeIiT nLincoln Lab. Barnes, Raymond E. 59 Gleason Road Resident Barrett, Elliott J. 92 Middle Street Resident Barry, John M. 34 Forest Street Resident Belcastro, Francis 75 Williams St. , Arlington Firefighter Bentley, Thomas F. 264 South Road, Bedford Custodian Bevington, Alfred 130 Marrett Rodd Firefighter Blodgett, John School Dept. Blubeau, Joseph School Dept. Breland, Barry 111 Page Road, Bedford Bedford Police Brunn, Ewart N. 40 Downing Road Resident Burke, Thames M. 151 East Street Firefighter Burnell, Levi G. Jr. 3 Whittier Road Selectmen Burrell, Arthur E. 2 Thoreau Road Civil Defense Dir. Bussey, Francis 216 Concord Avenue Firefighter Carroll, John J. 54 Lincoln St. , Dedham Supt. Public Works Casey, William P. 1063 Massachusetts Ave. School Department Cataldo, Robert 14 Aerial Street Selectman Carew, Walter 3 Pleasant St. , W.Concord Lincoln Police Colbert, Edward P. 6 Tewksbury Street Resident Cole , Lincoln P. Jr 16 Hill Street Selectman IICormier, Joseph G Jr 53 Loomis St. , Bedford Bedford Police Dearborn, Horace N. 16 Stratham Road Civil Defense Dearborn, Murray G. 16 Stratham Road Resident Delfino, Nicholas J. School Department Dooley, Henry W. ?7 Baker Avenue Resident Doughty, George, Jr. 75 Paul Revere Road School Department Doyle, Charles 23 Highland St . , W Concord Lincoln Police Emery,Alan 441 Lowell Street Firefighter Eriksson, E. Alden 41 Preston Road Resident Ernst, Karl 37 Eldred Street Resident Ewers, Joseph E. 12 Old Coach Rd. , Weston M.I .T. Lincoln Lab. Finney, Charles A. 36 Albemarle Avenue Resident Flack, Clifford F. 41 Outlook Drive Resident Flaherty, William 4 Spencer Street Firefighter Foley, Harold J. 11 Freemont Street Firefighter Freeman, George 13 Grant Street, Concord Police Employee Fullerton, Dennis 2400 Massachusetts Ave. Firefighter Gallagher, Edward T. 8 Spring Lane, Maynard M.I T. Lincoln Lab. Garland, John A. Jr. 54 Gleason Road Resident Goodfellow, Arthur L. 12 Edge St . , Ipswich M.I.T. Lincoln Lab. II Gray, Albert, Jr. Harvard Road, Stow Executive Assistant 122 N CI Hallett, Richard Walden St ., Concord Lincoln Police Hitchcock, Hale H 10 Marina Rd. , Chelmsford M.I.T. Linc.La Heimlich, Oscar 796 Massachusetts Avenue School Dept. Jefferson, Charles E. 8 Alcott Road Civil Defense Jenson, Edmund M. 46 Fern Street Civil Defense Jones, Cecil 36 Woburn Street Civil Defense Kelley, Kenneth, Jr. 11 Cedar Street Firefighter Kleinberg, Edward F. 41 Moreland Avenue Resident Langone, Frank School Dept. Larson, Charles 10 Maple St. , Bedford Bedford Police Lewis, Raymond E. 11 Hancock Avenue Civil Defense Mabee, Irving H. 25 Highland Avenue Selectman MacDonald, Charles 24 Bernard Street Civil Defense Maloney, William E. 289 Bedford Street REsident MacLean, Ralph D. 9 Spring Street Resident Mazerall, Paul 20 Wilson Road Park Superintenden' McCarron, Francis 5 Hillside Terrace Firefighter McDonald, Walter School Department McDonnell, Edward T. 62 Lm St . , Bedford Cary Library McHugh, Michael Great Road, Acton Lincoln Police McNeany, Thomas 22 Springs Road, Bedford Bedford Polio Mercer, Charles R. 6 Park Street Resident Moretti, Joseph A. 8 Rindge Avenue Civil Defense Muller, Eugene T. 24 Ewell Avenue Firefighter Muller, Leonard E. 19 Fairbanks Road Firefighter Nickerson, Douglas I. 44 Paul Revere Rd Firefighter Nutt, Alfred 45A Ridge Road School Department Pekins, George 28 Chase Avenue Firefighter Pezzulo, Michael School Department Pierpont, Wilfred D.Jr. 4 Taft Avenue Civil Defense Pike, Herbert Charles St. , Bedford Bedford Police Pittman, Robert 10 Putnam Road, Bedford Bedford Police Prescott, Robert 6 Forest Street REsident Redman, James 7 Dunham Street Resident Redmond, James J. 9 Utica Street Firefighter Reed, Haskell W. 72 Lowell Street Civil Defense Richardson, Earl W. 18 Winter Street Resident Ricker, Edward 69 Woodland Road,Bedford Bedford Police Ritter, Julius C. 13 Pine Knoll Road Civil Defense Ryan, Thomas School Department Ryan, William J 21 Grant Place Civil Defense Ryder, Howard D. 2 Wilson Road M.I .T. Lincoln Lab. Samuel, Frank T. Jr. 8 Burnham Road Resident I 123 II Minders, Robert W. 295 Marrett Road Resident Savage, David T. 9 Manley Court Firefighter Sheldon, George C. 6 Plainfield Street Selectman Scarfo, Arthur W. 85 Farnham St. , Belmont Belmont Police Snyder, John 177 Concord Rd. , Bedford Bedford Police ShOman, Robert 14.4 Loomis St , Bedford Bedford Police Spellman, Walter 276 Massachusetts Avenue Fire Chief Spiers, William L. Jr. 185 Lowell Street M.I.T. Lincoln Lab Stevens, Edward P. School Department Stevens, Raymond School Department Sullivan, Thomas School Department Swan, Duncan F. School Department Turner, Gerald C. 9 Hillside Terrace Civil Defense Vinsec, Robert J. 310 Boston Post Rd. , Wayland M.I.T. Lincoln Lab Walsh, James V. 152 Bedford Street Resident Walsh, John 10 Ames Avenue Firefighter Walton, Robert E. 5 Spencer Street Firefighter Washburn, Arthur E. 1061 Massachusetts Ave. Firefighter Whiting, William 3J4 Lowell Street Firefighter Wright, Glenn 67 Simonds Road Resident 1 IIYewell, Paul G. 6 Leeland Terrace Resident Young, Stanley R. 86 Winter Street Resident Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant permission to the residents of Dane and Foster Block Roads to hold a block party on Saturday, June 25, 1966 Dance between the hours of 7:00 P.M. and 11:00 P.M. The Chairman read a letter from Robert N. Frazer, Innkeeper, Battle Green Inn, Inc. , requesting permission to photograph the Diorama, with glass removed, and to Diorama use the photograph on the cover of its new brochure. photographs The Board had no objection but did stipulate that the photograph be taken under the supervision and direction of Mr. Carroll. Letter was received from Sumner Richards, Chairman of the Faculty Ticket Committee, relative to tickets for the Graduation Exercises at the High School Athletic High School Field on Wednesday, June 15, at 5:00 P M , or in case graduation of rain, Thursday, June 16, at 5:00 P.M. The Chairman asked the clerk to request ten tickets for the Board. II 124 N CI List of unlicensed dogs was received from the Town Clerk. Dog Warrant Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to issue a dog warrant to the Dog Officer directing him to se& out, catch and confine all dogs within the Town which have not been licensed; collared or harnessed, and tagged, as required by Chapter 114.0, Section 151A of the General Laws. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to accept the report of the Committee, authorized Honor Roll by the Board on May 9, 1966, to study the Stanley Hill Vet' s . MBm. Post #38, American Legion' s request for an Honor Roll on the uilding lawn in front of Cary Memorial Building, and its request to name the Public Facilities Building the "Veterans' Memorial Building" . Mr. Paul Ferraresi, and two friends, known as the Use of hall "Dimensions" , met with the Board to discuss further the use of Cary Hall on June 2L , 1966, for a dance. Mr. Cataldo said he would be opposed to granting the application for the use of the hall without Mr. Hruby, a sponsor mentioned by Mr. Ferraresi, being present at the Bpard' s Meeting to make sure everyone understood ex- actly what the Board wants. The Chairman told the boys to have Mr. Hruby meet IIwith the Board next Monday night at 7:45 P.M. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant a license to the New Englander Coach Lines, Inc. License to operate busses upon the following highways in the Town of Lexington: Between the Waltham City-Lexington Town line, and the intersection of Massachusetts Highways 128 and 2, over Massachusetts Highway 128, in- cluding access roads to and from Massachusetts Highway 2. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted License to grant a Taxi Driver License to Ernest A. Rogaris, 55 Bow Street, Arlington, satisfactory character refer- ences having been received from Chief Corr. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted License to deny application for a Taxi Driver License received Idenied from John P. Lyons, 21 Montague Street, Arlington. Mr. Cataldo submitted a plan entitled "Proposed Plantings at Front of Public Facilities & Information II Building, Buckman Tavern Grounds, Lexington, Mass." L t Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Informatioi to approve the proposed plantings, and to accept with Building thanks Mr. Cataldots generous offer to contribute all Landscaping the plantings. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing, deliberating or voting on matters which, if made public, might adversely affect the public security, the financial interest of the Town, or the reputation of any person. Following discussion relative to Hobbs River Basin and oath of office for Town Meeting Members, with Town Counsel, it was voted to resume the open meeting. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 10:33 P.M. A true record, Attest: E1e tiv Cleik, Sele men °c yK 1 126 SELECTMEN'S MF;F;TING June 13, 1966 A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Selectmen' s Room, Town Office building, on Monday, June 13, 1966, at 7:30 P.M. Chairman Cole, Messrs . Cataldo, Sheldon and Mabee were present. Mr. Carroll, Superintendent of Public Works, and Miss Murray, Executive Clerk, were also present. Hearing was declared open upon petition of the Boston Edison Company and the New England Telephone and Telegraph Company for permission to locate two poles on Wood Street . Notices of the hearing were mailed to the peti- Pole tioners, owners of the property as listed on the peti- locations tioners ' plans and also filed with the Superintendent of Public Works. Mr. Pratt, representing the Boston Edison Company, was the only person present at the hearing. Mr. Pratt said the petition is to place the poles as near the lot line as possible. Mr. Carroll said this was being done at his request. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the petition and sign the order for the follow- ing i/o pole locations: Wood Street, southwesterly side, approximately 355 feet northwest of Alpine Street One pole (One existing JO pole to be removed. ) Wood Street, northeasterly side, approximately 225 feet northwest of Alpine Street One pole (One existing JO pole to be removed. ) Mr. Carroll said his item concerned the recommen- dation of the Traffic Study Committee to the Board. The first was for the Board to consider installation, on the present traffic lighting standards on Bedford Street, of four oversized red lights . The Chairman asked if he meant at Worthen Road. Mr. Carroll replied Worthen Road and Bedford Street; it will be facing Lexington Center. This is an attempt to try and solve some of the difficulties there have been at that station. He said the figure he had was $578.00, including siren and Klaxon bell. The Board agreed to accept the recommendation of the Traffic Study Committee without the siren. II I 127 A letter was received from Robert C. Jackson, dated June 2, 1966, with further reference to the proposed sidewalk construction on York Street. Mr. Carroll said if Mr. Jackson would like to in- York Street spect the sidewalk with him, he would be very glad to sidewalk do it. The Chairman asked if Mr. Carroll wanted him to answer Mr. Jackson that Mr. Carroll would be in contact with him. Mr. Carroll replied in the affirmative. Letter, dated June 9, 1966, was received from Mr . Carroll, to which was attached a letter from the Federal Woodhaven Water Pollution Control Administration on the Woodhaven Trunk Sewer Trunk Sewer. He said it appears $130,700 is on the way. He said Mr. Carroll did not think the Town would be re- ceiving the $14.,556 for some time. Mr. Carroll said he did not think the third leg of the Metropolitan District Commission trunk sewer would start for some time. Letter was received from the Brookline Board of Selectmen relative to a hearing on Monday, June 20, 1966, at 8:00 P.M. relative to the possible formation of a Underground State-wide organization to consider the subject of under- utility ground utility wires. wires The Chairman said due to the Special Town Meeting, the Board could not have a representative attend the hearing. He said he would advise the Brookline Selectmen that Lexington is interested and would like a copy of the minutes of the meeting on June 20. Mr. Cataldo asked Mr. Carroll to check with the utility company to find out what it will entail to go Underground underground on Meriam Street to beyond the parking lot. utilities The Chairman read a letter from Hayes-Bickford Lunch System, Inc. , advising it would like to build a restaurant on the premises adjacent to Dr. Short's on Common Waltham Street, but before spending an estimated Victualler $100,000 would like a letter from the Board stating license that when the building is up, the Board will grant a common victualler license. Mr. Sheldon said when the Town Meeting voted to rezone that property, it was evident it knew a restaurant would be put there and approved it on that basis. He said the Board could encourage them to proceed on the theory it would expect to grant a license. The Chairman said he would advise them that when the restaurant is constructed and it conforms to the health laws, and meets all requirements, the Board would have no objection. 12Sco ZIC CI Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Dance to grant permission to Mrs . Aaron A. Galvin to hold a square dance on Barberry Road the evening of July 2, 111 1966, or July 4 in the event of inclement weather. Mr. A. H. Hruby and two boys, members of the "Dimensions", met with the Board relative to the use of Cary Memorial Hall for a dance. Use of The Chairman said he presumed Mr. Hruby knew there hall had been some problems in the past at which time damage was done to the hall. He asked if there would be any adult supervision. Mr. druby said sixteen adults have offered to act as supervisors and he understood there would be two police officers availablit that night and, hopefully, there will be four. Chief Corr is working on this now. He said he would also be there. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant "The Dimensions" the use of Cary Memorial Hall for a dance on June 24, 1966 from 7 00 P.M. until mid- night, subject to a charge of $35.00, plus a fee of $4.18 per hour for custodian' s overtime services. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Taxi to deny a second application for a Taxi Driver license Driver received from William L. Iverson, Jr. , 26 Cottage Street, license Lexington. denied The Chairman said the Board has reached the point where it has to make hard and fast rules, and it should let the companies know the record, and choose the time they want. If they have a serious record of more than two violations, they must have a clean record for five years before the Board considers giving them a taxi driver license. Mr. Cataldo suggested that Mr. Gray draw up a set of rules. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Minutes to approve the minutes of the Selectmen' s Meeting held on June 6, 1966. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of dis- Executive cussing, deliberating or voting on matters which, if Session made public, might adversely affect the public security, the financial interest of the Town, or the reputation of any person. Following reference by the Chairman to the pro- perty at 475 Massachusetts Avenue, motions for Town Meeting on June 20, and appraisals received from the Conservation Commission, it was voted to resume the open meeting. 129 At 8:00 P.M. , hearing was declared open in regard to the condition of the property located at 475 Massa- chusetts Avenue, Lexington, believed to be owned by Cummings' Bevel L. Cummings, 48 Wildwood Avenue, Arlington, and hearing Mrs. Ada H. Melick, 48 Wildwood Avenue, Arlington . The Chairman stated notices of the hearing were sent to both owners that a hearing would be held this evening at 8:00 P.M. in the Selectmen' s Room. He asked if there was anyone present representing Mr. Cummings and Mrs . Melick. No one was present representing either of them. The Chairman said the Board would hear the Building Inspector and present in evidence the findings of the Building Inspector. Mr. Donald K. Irwin, Building Inspector, stated there have been no basic changes than in his complete report and pictures the Chairman had in front of him. He said he checked the property at eleven o' clock this morning, and reported as follows: the barn front - one upper window out, one lower window out; main house- - upper right window out, front second floor, two glasses broken out, glass broken at front door; right upper side - glass out, two lower blinds covering windows, broken glass in sash; rear - two windows out; entrance can be gained through at least three places; cesspool to rear of house uncovered; dry well partially covered with an old electric stove. The Chairman stated, since the Inspector's report of January 4, 1965, there has been no substantial im- provement at all, and asked if itnwould be safe to say there has been more deterioration. Mr. Irwin replied in the affirmative. The Chairman asked if there had been any more evidence of fire since 1965. Mr. Irwin replied, not to his knowledge. The Chairman said the Board does have on record that there has been no improvement of the property and more deterioration, and for the record he had Mr. Irwin's report, dated Arril 22, 1966. Mr. Irwin submitted three pictures taken of the property on April 22, 1966, to substantiate his report. The Chairman asked if, in Mr. Irwin ' s opinion, this house could be described as a general nuisance, and Mr. Irwin replied there is no question about it. The Chairman asked if anyone present wished to speak at the hearing of the so-called red house owned by Bavel L. Cummings and Mrs . Ada H. Melick. No one present spoke. The Chairman declared the nearing closed and said the Board would take the matter under advisement and consult with Town Counsel to see what steps can be taken to correct the situation. 130 N At 8:40 P.M. , Mr . Bevel L. Cummings came into the Selectmen' s Meeting. The Chairman stated that the hearing was held and the Building Inspector had left, but he would see that Mr. Cummings had a copy of the minutes. Mr. Cummings said he planned to be present but was in Boston. The Chairman said the hearing was held, taken under advisement and if Mr. Cummings liked, the Board would give him a transcript of the hearing . Mr. Cummings asked if there was anything the Board wanted of him, and the Chairman replied not at this point; the Board would give him a transcript. Mr. Cummings retired. The Chairman said the Board received a report from Mr. Irwin, dated June 7, 1966, in regard tot he two-car Goodwin garage on property of Joseph Goodwin, 9 Pearl Street. property Mr. Irwin said that was correct. The Chairman asked if Mr. Irwin would recommend that t he Board hold a hearing on this piece of property. Mr. Irwin replied that he did. He said there have been a number of neighborhood complaints regarding this and other problems. He reported that Town Counsel felt this particular one should be handled separately under Chapter 139. He said although it is a separate item, it is a whole part of the picture. The Chairman said at the present time, the action Mr. Irwin had in the District Court was on the cars. Mr. Irwin said automobiles and condition of the materials stored. He stated it is in Superior Court, a bill of complaint . He said he did not know when it was coming up and is being handled by Town Counsel. Mr. Cataldo asked if Mr. Irwin thought the outcome of that hearing would have any effect on tais Mr. Irwin replied he was sure there will be some effect . Mr. Cataldo said perhaps the Board should wait. The Chairman read a letter from Town Counsel, dated June 10, 1966. Mr. Sheldon said from the letter it meant Town Counsel was willing that a hearing take place. The Chairman said he thought so, but he would like Town Counsel's recommendations first before scheduling a hearing. He said, in any event, all the steps that the Town must take have been taken and any further steps should be taken under Town Counsel. Mr. Irwin said that was correct . It was agreed to hold this over and consult with Town Counsel. Mr. Robert Wilson, Bartlett Avenue, said he wanted to know what Mr. Irwin's recommendation is. He said he would like to put up a fence. 131 The Chairman said Mr. Irwin will not make his re- commendations until the Board holds a hearing which it will have to schedule under Chapter 139. Mr. Wilson asked if the Board could advise him what he should do to follow this. The Chairman said the Board could keep him notified of the progress. Letter was received from Miss McDonough, Town Treasurer, advising it is necessary to borrow $1,000,000. in anticipation of taxes. She reported a list of bids received on $1,000,000, borrowing, notes to be dated June 20, 1966 and payable November 1L., 1966. Borrowing Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the bids of the New England Merchants National Bank of Boston of 3.04 for $500,000. and 3.09 for $250,000. and to approve the bid of the First National Bank of Boston of 3.09 for $250,000. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to renew John Rutherford' s Guide license. License Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to accept the supplemental list of jurors. Jury list Mr. Arthur Burrell, Director of Civil Defense, met with the Board, and referred to a letter, dated June 10, 1966, which he sent to the Board. He stated what it said is that he is satisfied that the contract for the installation of the warning system has been satisfactorily completed and he recommended to the Board that it accept Warning the system and send the Town's half of the cost to the system State so the bills can be paid. He said the State Treasurer is holding funds now. The Chairman asked where the key would be in case one of them goes off. Mr. Burnell replied they don't go off. This is a telephone problem and he would make arrangements to maintain these. He laid whether he would go on a regular contract or not he did not knew, but again he was talking reimbursement of 50%. He said the Fire Department should be shown how to pull the fuses. The Chairman asked about the ikabiLiby df the servile man Mr. Burrell replied this is what he is working on now. The Chairman said a service contract has not been issued yet. Mr Burrell said the company that has been doing adjustments on these for the manufacturer understands the problem is a little more acute than normal and it may cost the Town a little money, but he thought it was worth it. 132 N Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted ' to accept the Civil Defense Outdoor Warning System sub- ject to the warranty conditions in the contract. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize payment of $11,907.50 - funds having been appropriated under Article 41 by vote of Town Meeting on March 25, 1963 Mr. Burrell said he has been active for anumber of years in the National Civil Defense Council and he would like to be a candidate for National President this October. The requirements are that the candidates secure the official support of the appointing authority Nat ' l C.D. The Chairman said this is what the Board did last Council year. Mr. Sheldon asked if this would affect Mr. Burrell 's local duties . Mr. Burrell replied the time he puts in this will not come out of the Town time. Mr. Cataldo asked how much this would take Mr. Burrell out of town, and he replied there are eight national meetings, maybe some two or three days and one is a west coast meeting. Mr. Cataldo said he had no objection, was merely curious. The Chairman said the Board would write the same letter it did last year Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted toosupport Mr. Arthur E. Burrell in his candidacy for National President of the National Civil Defense Couneil. The Chairman said he received a petition from the people on Lowell Street , from North Street on. They Lowell St are requesting the Board to give every consideration to moving Lowell Street over because it is too far this way and trees will be cut down. Mr. Carroll told the Board no trees will be cut. The Chairman said he would have a copy of the petition sent to Mr. Carroll and would bring the subject up again next week. The Chairman said he received a letter from Mrs. George H. Macbeth, 507 Waltham Street, which he thought should be held over for Town Counsel The Chairman reported receipt of a bill in the amount of $2,000. submitted by William A. Halsey, architect on Architect' s the Public Works Building project. bill Upon motion dull( made and seconded, it was voted to authorize payment of $2,000. to William A. Halsey for professional services to June 10, 1966. 1.33 Letter was received from the City of Waltham, dated June 10, 1966, together with minutes of the Regional Refuse Study Committee Meeting held May 25, 1966 in Waltham. The next meeting of the subcommittee is tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, June 22, 1966, at 8:00 P.M. in the Weston Town Hall. Inciner ato Mr. Cataldo suggested that the questionnaire, enclosed in the letter, be given to Mr. Carroll to answer. He said he thought the Board should appoint someone to the com - mittee but he would go to one more meeting and see in what direction this is going. The Chairman said if Mr. Carroll could not make it, someone in the Engineering Department could. Mr. Carroll said he thought this was a policy-making matter. Mr. Cataldo agreed to attend the next meeting. The Chairman said he received a letter from the Manhattan Builders regarding the extension of the roof on the building on Waltham Street. Manhattan Mr. Cataldo sail the Board did not want to go beyond building the building line and it released them from the front and should have released them from the front and back of the Stevens ' building. He said the intention was to go to the limit of the Stevens ' building, front and back. Mr. Kolovson and Mrs . Scharfman, of the Implementation Committee for Lexington Center, met with the Board. The Chairman read the following, received from Mrs . Howard Scharfman: The Implementation Committee for Lexington Center recommends that Scheme I, planting peninsulas and parking alcoves, be adopted by the Board of Selectmen as the first step in beautifying Lexington Center. The committee further suggests that the Town continue to work towards the goals of Scheme II for the entire length of the Center by pro- viding: Lexington Center 1 additional off-street parking 2. additional parking around Emery Park 3 adequate solution for snow removal 4 plantings and/or other amenities for the south side of Massachusetts Avenue Mr. Cabroll stated this is a concept rather than afinal plan. He said he had a variation of the plan which he did not think the committee had seen as a group. He said this 134 3 a;:a. was Scheme A2 and nothing would be done this year. He 11stated that if the committee goes along with this, it is the intention of the committee to interview khthitects. Then the idea would be to draw what the ground rules are and eventually it would have architects working with the engineer. Mr. Sheldon asked if the committee unanimously re- commended this plan, and the Chairman replied in the affirmative. Mr. Cataldo said if no constructionecould be done this year he thought the most sense would be made to design the complete job and next March go to Town Meeting for all the money. The Chairman asked what would be the earliest con- struction could be started, and Mr. Carroll replied it is almost an impossibility to do any woWc this year. The Chairman said he did not think any of the Board had any objection to broadening the concept He said at this point the Board does approve the concept as submitted. Mr. Cataldo said the next job would be to interview architects and come back and discuss it with the Board. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the concept as recommended by the Implementation Committee for Lexington Center. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing, deliberating, or voting on matters which, if made public, Executive might adversely affect the public security, the financial Session interest of the Town, or the reputation of any person. Following discussion relative to Bowman Park and Route 2 construction, it was voted to resume the open meeting. At 9:30 P.M , representatives of Bowman Park area and Peacock Farms area met with the Board. Dr. Hershel Jick, Trotting Horse Drive, stated in view of thelact the Department of Natural Resources is coming out this week at the invitation of the Board of Selectrpsm, he would like to suggest a position his Route 2 group is going to take with them concerning the problem of the intersection of Route 2 and Watertown Street, and would like the Board' s opinion. He said if the Board feels it has merit, his group would like the Board' s support. If not, they would like to know what the Board' s position is regarding that intersection. Dr. Jick read the following statement: The conservation issues in Peacock Farm Valley have been presented many times and the Board of Selectmen are fully aware of them. It has been 135 II generally agreed that these arp of sufficient magnitude to preclude the buil ing of the proposed loop ramp unless this ramp is efinitel needed to allow traffic from Belmont o go west on Route 2. The following considerations c*st grave doubt on the need for this access at this intersection: (1) The vast majority of car' wishing to go west on Route 2 at this intersectio qâ–º come from either Belmont Center, Waverley Squar¢, or points very close. This results from the 11 extraordinarily few houses between these central pints and the inter- section. (R) There are four different Ways of getting from Belmont Center to Route 2 going west even without the proposed ramp: one via Park Ave. access, two via Pleasant St. access , and oe via Waltham St. access. Of these four at leaSt two are as good or better than the Winter St . - Watertown proposed access . (See attached list.) (3) There are four different ways of getting onto Route 2 going west from Waverlejy Sq. without using a Watertown St . Access : two via the Waltham St . access II and two via the Pleasant St. Access . Another method for going west would utilize Trapelo Rd. to 128. (4) The traffic estimated at maximum rush hour for 1980 wishing to go west at Watertown St . is one car per 20 seconds, a very low figire A recent traffic count at this intersection at 5 :00 F.M. on a Monday revealed an average of 2.5 cars/min. turning left onto Route 2 from Winter St. If these cars were equally divided between the alternate four routes this would mean an extra 3/k of a car per minute increase at the maximum rush hour in 1980. (5) If these data are accurate there is grave doubt whether the elevated loop ramp is necessary at all. We therefore urge the elimination of this loop and the substitution of an off ramp; or a complete traffic survey which describes the habits or cars coming from Belmont Center and Waverley Sq. , which identifies these cars now taking Winter St. to get ontRoute 2 going west ani which justifies the construction of this large, expensive, destructive ramp if in fact any justificati )n is present. 1.36 ' cn DISTANCE FROM BELMONT CENTER TO INTERSECTION OF ROUTE 2 AND WALTHAM STREET ROuTE 2 OTHER TOTAL 1. Via Park Avenue access 2. 75 0 9 3.65 (mi.) 2. Via Concord Ave. andWaltham St. 0 3 70 3.70 3. Via Concord Ave. and Pleasant St. 0.8 3.1 3.90 *14 Via Winter St. and Watertown St. (if ramp installed) 1.4 2.6 1E.O 5. Via Winter St. and Pleasant St. 0.8 3.4 4.2 In order of shortest distance *Proposed loop ramp construction DISTANCE FROM WAVERLEY SQUARE (MILL. ST. AND TRAPELO RD.) TO WALTHAM STREET AND ROUTE 2 ROUTE 2. OTHER TOTAL 1 Via Trapelo Rd. and Waltham St. 0 3.3 3.3 2. Via Mill St. , Concord Ave. , and Waltham St. 4 3.3 3.3 3. Via Mill St. , Concord Ave. , and 0.8 2.7 3.5 Pleasant St. *4. Via Mill St. , Winter St. , and Watertown St. 1.4 2.2 3.6 5. Via Mill St. , Winter St. , and Pleasant St. 0.8 3.0 3.8 Proposed loot ramp construction 1 137 The Chairman said Dr. Jick' s stand was no off ramp is necessary at the intersection of Watertown Street and Route 2. Dr. Jick said, more specifically, no westbound access is necessary for cars coming from Belmont. He said the slip ramp would provide this, He said he was aware of the fact if that loop were built, some cars would take it and if the loop is not built, the cars will have to go some place else. He said this involves a very few cars The Chairman said there would be no out for Bowman Park. Dr. Jick said his group feels what goes on at this intersection is none of its business and it has disengaged itself from that intersection Mr. Cataldo said the Board has talked six months about taking that access out of there and the Department of Public Works Would have no part of it The Chairman asked Mr. Cataldo what he thought the chances would be if the Board went in with a plan, like the one submitted this evening by Dr. Jick, in view of the fact the Bureau of Natural Resources will review the whole program. Mr. Cataldo replied he would not see how they could reverse their decision where they justified their posi- tion before, but there was nothing to say the Board could not try again. The Chairman said, in fairness, the Department of Public Works should be informed. He said it appealed to him because of the fact it does not cut up Bowman Park, and he, personally, felt very strongly the Board should not use any part of Bowman Park for the reconstruction of Route 2 Dr. Jick said he was asking the Board for support in having the Department of Natural Resources look into this proposal. The Chairman said he had no obdOction, but if Dr. Jick was going to the Department of Natural Resources, the Department of Public Works should be made aware of this. Dr. Jick said the Department of Natural Resources said definitely it wn>ihld talk to the Town and the De- partment of Public Works. The Chairman said tomorrow is the day mentioned to him that they were going to look at this, but the Board has received no rntices. One of the gentlemen said this is based on the slip ramp and no loop The Chattman said as he saw the plan, it does have the slip ramp Mr. Cataldo said he could not support it if it is 1_:8 n by itself. He could not support it in the light of building a slip ramp, and to take care of the Belmont traffic, they would have to construct a rotary at Bowman Park. He said he could not support it by itself If the Department of Public Works said it would construct the slip ramp and in so doing would have to construct the rotary at Pleasant Street and Watertown Street, he would not accept it. Dr. Jick said he was asking support for the posi- tion that with four alternate routes, people will find them. The Chairman said Dr. Jick was requesting the State to conduct a traffic count and he did not know if, from the point of time, that could be done. Dr. Jick said he didn't either; the Department of Natural Resources is here . If they recommend that the Department of Public Works should do a traffic count, he thought the Department of Public Works would do it. The Chairman said the only traffic counts he heard was 183 cars an hour. Mr. Sheldon said his opinion was the same as Mr. Cataldo' a. The Chairman said Mr Sheldon could go along with this unless they put the condition in that there would have to be a rotary at Bowman Park. Mr. Eric Clarke said he did not think that was a good position for the Board of Selectmen to take. He said the Board should present the Town ' s argument and let the State defend Belmont' s position. One gentleman present asked if the people on Watertown Street had been notified of the Board' s approval this evening. He said some citizens who have been affected may not have been notified and the Board is discussing something for approval. The Chairman replied when the Board is laying out a street, it has a hearing prior to Town Meeting This is not anything that entails Town Meeting at all. This is the State which has had hearings on Route 2, and the hearings are held well in advance. He said as for the questions, has the Board notified anyone, it has not. He said in the matters affecting the street where the Town has unilateral action, the Board does notify the people. One of the gentlemen said he understood the Board is going to support the slip ramp but the support of the rest of Watertown Street has not been asked of the Board. The Chairman said the Board is concerned for the good of all the citizens. At the present time, this would appear this would be the one to hurt the least number and there would be no properties taken . He said there could possibly be no change in the width of the pavement 139 of Watertown Street. Mr Carroll said he would not want to make that statement . Mr. Cataldo explained it would depend on how the Board accomplishes a solution to Worthen Road. One gentian said a group met with the Board last ;week and his group was not aware of the Tpwn' s planning and from action the Board of Selectmen made, it would take Bowman Park. He said he had no objection to Traffic counts. He said a system of traffic flow was being made and before he would offer a question, one of the things he would ask of the plan by Dr. Jick was to what extent has the Planning Board given to widening and improving that street. Secondly, the amount of traffic going down Concord Avenue; maybe it is only a car every thirty seconds. It is a busy street. He asked if the Planning Board thought this would overload Concord Avenue . He asked if the Planning Board had been asked that question. He said he thought a vote at this time for a slip ramp might be all right now, but how about ten years from today. He said he had no feeling for the merits of this plan pro or con, but thought the Selectmen should ask the Planning Board about this . The Chairman said earlier this evening the Board determined the Planning Board was not meeting, and these are questions quite properly placed before the Planning Board. He said Concord Avenue has been widened all the way. The gentleman said the Board was still on formal vote The Chairman said at this point in time ho metioh has been made. Mr. Cataldo said at this time the Board is not prepared to make a motion and support it He said he had stated he could support it under the conditions as he sees it now and he would like to discuss this with Mr. Carroll. The gentleman said he thought this should be con- sidered through the Planning Board and asked if the Selectmen thought they did not need the advice of the Planning Board to make a decision this evening. 'the Hbadmman said the Planning Board is not meeting this evening. Mr. Sheldon said the Board would advise the Plan- ning Board of what action is taken. The Chairman said the question is whether the Board should wait until the Planning Board does meet two weeks from tonight which will be too late for this particular problem. The gentleman said he was concerned about the best possible solution. Mr. Cataldo said this is the main reason till Board won' t make a motion, and it should discuss this because 140 cn there are many things going into this decision. The Chairman said the Board is getting close to a final decision from the Department of Public Works and The Bureau of Natural Resources. One of the gentlemen said they have to make a strong recommendation that the slip ramp plan not en-'3 danger Bowman Park. The Chairman said he was willing to go on record that at no time does he want Bowman Park used as a means to solving the traffic problem created by the recon- struction of Route 2 and/or the construction of Worthen Road. He said he did not know if the Board would go along with this . Mr. Mabee said he would hate to see it go, but he did not want to subscribe to it; just see that every effort is made to preserve it. He said he would like to leave it at the moment. 1¢r. Sheldon said, from what he knows now, he did not think he would vote for any plan that would disturb Bowman Park, but he would not commit himself for the rest of his life; this he was not prepared to do, and he thought there were better solutions. He said he was concerned about the fact future Boards cannot be committed and he did not know what the conditions would be ten years from now. Mr. Mabee said he thought the slip ramp would have a difficult time getting through. Mr. Carroll said to a certain extent the door is now open to Worthen Road that won't affect Bowman Park, but will take some houses He said when the bids are taken on Route 2, as far as he could see, the Town is committee for a final solution of Worthen Road to an extensive housing taking or the problem at Bowman Park. He said this is something the Town will have to consider as a long-range plan. The Chairman said the fact is, Bowman Park land necessitates legislative action. Mr. Cataldo suggested that the Board continue with its agenda, other appointments, and take this matter under advisement. One of the gentlemen asked if the Board was on record as being in favor of taking Bowman Park. He said the Board is officially on record as accepting the alternate plan reached by the Department of Public Works which does take Bowman Park Mr. Cataldo explained there is no such plan; there is a concept. He said the Board is on record as being in favor of the concept which is a rotary at Pleasant Street and Watertown Street. The gentleman said that is Bowman Park. 1411 Mr. Cataldo explained it could circle Bowman Park,there is no question The Chairman said the Board has gone on record as a concept involving the area known as Bowman Park. He said he was , at this point, in favor of going on record that at no time does he want Bowman Park used as a means of solving the traffic problem created by the recon- struction of Route 2 and/or the construction of Worthen Road. He said the Board was ready to take this under advisement and it would take it under advisement. A woman, present at the meeting, asked what effect the Hatch Act law has on Hatch' s Pond. The Chairman replied het uld have to get advice from the people more knowledgeable of the Act. Mr. Carroll explained if there were any filling of Hatch' s Pond, the Board would have to call a public hearing and due notice would be given the Department of Public Works and the Department of Natural Resources. The group retired at 10:45 P.M. Messrs. Parrish, Blaisdell, Clarke, Gary, Zehner and Mrs.Souza of the Appropriation Comthittee, and Mr. Perry, Comptroller, met with the Board. Town Mr Cataldo reported the low bid on the Town Barn MeetinFr was $347,658, and this is a shortage of approximately$60,000 or $70,000 The Board will have to request $380,000. minimum at the June 20 Town Meeting Motions for the June Town Meeting were discussed briefly, and it was agreed to move for indefinite poatponement of Article 12, and to request an appropri- ation of $45,000. under ARticle 14. Mr. Jules P. Sussman, Chairman of the Conservation Commission, came into the meeting and the Chairman re- ported to him what action the Board plans to take on the Conservation Articles Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to move for indefinite postponement of Article 12 Mr. Sussman will request Town Meeting to appropri- ate $90,000. The Appropriation Committee, Mr. Perry and Mr. Sussman retired at 11:40 P M. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing, deliberating or voting on matters which, if made public, Executive might adversely affect the public security, the financial Session interest of the Town, or the reputation of any person I 142 Cal Following discussion with the Board of Assessors and 111 a discussion relative to the proposed reconstruction of Route 2, it was voted to resume the open meeting. Mr. Mabee said the only thing he was agreeing to do is to withdraw the approval of the earlier plan and re- consider all aspects from the beginning. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to rescind the Boardts action approving the alternate plan entitled "Route 2 Watertown Street Exit Ramp and Pleasant Street Connector, dated April 5, 1966 John J. Carroll Town Engineer, Lexington, Mass. , which involves a slip ramp and the traffic circle around Bowman Park. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted that the Board restudy in detail all aspects of the Route 2 Watertown Street Interchange and the related Worthen Road, Pleasant Street and Watertown Street concepts. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 11:55 P.M. A true record, Attest: ec ive'Cler , Select en 143 SELECTMEN 'S MEETING June 20, 1966 A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Selectmen' s Room, Town Office Building, on Monday, June 20, 1966, at 7:00 P.M. Chairman Cole, Messrs. Burnell, Cataldo, Sheldon and Mabee were present. Mr. Legro, Town Counsel, Mr. Gray, Executive Asdstant, Mr. Carroll, Superintendent of Public Works , and Mies Murray, Executive Clerk, were also present. Mr. Carroll presented a check, received from the Federal Government in the amount of $130, 700.00, in con- nection with the Woodhaven Trunk Sewer. Woodhaven Sewer Mr. Carroll said he would like the Board' s per- mission, in the Center, to have the Engineering Department start detail surveys from Waltham Street back to Winthrop Road for anything that might be needed in beautification of the Center. The Board had no objection. The Chairman referred to the following statement, a copy of which was given to each member of the Board: "We believe that a slip ramp from Route 2 to Water- town Street will suffice for traffic entering Lexington at this point. We believe that there are enough alternate routes from Belmont Center and Waverley Square providing westbound access to Route 2 to eliminate the necessity for a loop at Route 2 and Watertown Street. We strongly believe that the gateway to Lexington Route 2 from Route 2 along Watertown Street should be dis- statement turbed as little as possible from an aesthetic stand- point and that Bowman Park should not be used as a means to providing a solution to the overall traffic problem. We also believe that the Department of Public Works should provide access to Route 2 for Worthen Road now that it is in the process of designing the next section of the Route 2 reconstruction." He asked if the Board went along with the statement. !1±t. Cataldo said it has already been read at a meet- ing this morning. 44 ar Mr. Gray reported the question was raised, by Mr Storer, as to whether or not this was an official statement from the Board of Selectmen, and he told him it was Letter from Mrs. George H. Macbeth, 507 Waltham Street, relative to a deed for Lot 27, was held over. The Chairman stated this was held over from last week to discuss with Town Counsel Mr. Legro said Mrs . Macbeth has had the deed for quite a while. He guessed she sent it back to her attorney, Mr. McLaughlin, who never sent it to him. Mabbeth Mr. McLaughlin returned the deed to Mrs. Macbeth for deed to her acknowledgement, but as of today, Mr McLaughlin has Lot 27 not received the dedd. Mr. Legro said he has the check Waltham St. and Agreement for Judgment, and he was just waiting for the deed. He advised there is nothing the Board can do unless it waats to send someone down to take her acknow- ledgment The Chairman said the subject of the Goodwin pro- perty on Pearl Street was held over to be discussed with Town Counsel He said Town Counsel had received a copy of the Building Inspector' s letter of June 7, 1966, and Goodwin asked for his opinion garage Mr. Legro replied he thought he wrote to the Board and suggested if it had a hearing, it be kept separate from the other matter. The Chairman said this particular matter is about a two-car garage. Mr. Legro said it is some sort of a structure down there, close to the lot line. The Chairman said Town Counsel suggested that the Board proceed under Chapter 139 of the General Laws and asked if the Board was agreeable. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to hold a hearing on Monday, July 11, 1966, at 8:00 P.M. in the Selectmen' s Room. The Chairman, with refdrence to the hearing held last week in regard to the Cummings' property at 475 Massachusetts Avenue, said Mr Cummings was not present. He said he did arrive at 8:14.0 P.M. and at that point, Cummings ' the Chairman told him the hearing was over and he would 475 Mass. receive a transcript of the minutes Avenue Mr Legro advised it would have been much better if Mr. Cummings had been heard. He said if the Board finds the building dangerous, it should proceed and take its chances 143 The Chairman said his own personal opinion is at the very least it is an eyesore, and in his opinion it was considerably more than that. Mr. Legro recalled that the Board held a hearing before. It will have the testimony of the Building Inspector and can issue an order, have it attested by the Town Clerk and served by Constable. The Chairman asked Town Counsel to draft an order. He said the Board could order Mr. Cummings to have the building removed and asked what a reasonable time would be. Mr. Legro asked if the Board wanted the building removed. Mr. Cataldo wanted to know if the Board could say removed or n made safe. Mr. egro asked if the Board wanted to back up a determination that it has to be removed. That, almost without question, leaves it with Superior Court. Mr. Cataldo asked what ground the Board would be on. Mr. negro said he should think the Board would want to specify what alterations should be made, the things that should be done to the building. He said it should specify the particular things it wants to have done; the things that are wrong with it to make it safe and the alternative to remove the building and then give Mr. Cummings suffi- II tient t ime to do either of the two things. The Chairman said the Building Inspector should come in with a recommendation of what should be done to make the building safe. He asked Mr. Gray to come in with the necessary information as to what must be done to make the building safe. Petition was received, signed by residents on Lowell Street, requesting that the proposed construction of a section of Lowell Street be changed to the eastward to preserve shade trees. Lowell St. Mr. Carroll said he had not seen the plans but did construe- not think there are very many trees to come down. He tion said he would look at this and advise the Board next week. The Chairman read a letter from Mrs. Robert R. Williams, 19 Ward Street , relative to the installation Request of a sanitary sewer from the corner of Garfield and Ward for sewer, Streets to #19 Ward Street . Ward St. Mr. Carroll said he would have a formal petition sent to Mrs. Williams. Letter was received from William Coughlin, 19 Rawson Avenue, dated June 14, 1966, relative to a flood- Drainage ing condition in his driveway, garage, laundry and playroom. CJ 146 N C7 Mr. Carroll explained the situation by use of a plan and said he would look into the matter and attempt to arrive at a satisfactory solution. The Chairman read a letter from Mrs. Hannah M. Conner, 54 Outlook Drive, stating she was not at all satisfied Conner with the award made by the Board for taking in Lot 154 award on Middleby Road. He said he would refer the subject to Town Counsel. The Chairman read a letter from the Cemetery Com- missioners advising that on June 9 the Commissioners voted Cemetery to advance one employee' s classification from W-2-6 to personnel W-3-6 which would necessitate an increase of $152 in Personal Services for the balance of the year. The Chairman said he did not know when the Board had approved, in the past, any change of classification in the middle of the year when funds were not available. Mr. Gray stated this is a reclassification of an em- ployee. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to advise the Cemetery Commissioners that it is the Board' s policy to make all personnel changes at the Annual Town Meeting, and suggest that they incorporate this in the budget for next year. The Chairman read a letter from the Cemetery Com- missioners requesting a transfer of $3!}6 to the Cemetery Department Expenses Account to enable the department to pay the Security Fence for repairs made to a damaged fence Cemetery at Westview Cemetery. fence Mr. Gray reported the Board has already approved this once, the fence has been repaired and the company is asking for payment. He said he did not know what the Ap- propriation Committee did on this. The Chairman asked Mr. Gray to follow this through. Letter was received from the 1"linute Man Cab complain- ing about the lack of taxi registration plates on cars Taxicabs being used by the Lexington Cab Company. Mr. Gray was requested to look into the matter and discuss it with Chief Corr. Letter was received from DL;niel A. Lynch, attorney for Connors Bros . Inc . , advising that at a meeting of the Stockholders of Connors Bros. Inc. , held on May 19, Connors 1966, it was voted to amend the Articles of Organization Bros. Inc. by changing the name of the corporation from Connors Bros. Inc. to Vinebrook Corporation. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted that the Board's records be changed to indicate the change of name of the licensee and that this change be given to the Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission. 147 Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted I to grant Taxi Driver Licenses to Thomas Bresnahan, Licenses 65 Varnum Street, Arlington, and Arthur M. Maxner, L62 Waltham Street, Lexington. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant a license to Minute Man Cab Co. for an addi- License tional taxicab, registration 4576. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the Middlesex County Extension Service to hold discussions in the conference room, Cary Memorial Build- Use of hail ing, on Wednesdays June 22, June 29, July 6 and July 13 from 9:45 A.M. until noon, free of charge. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the Lexington Chamber of Commerce permission to hold a luncheon for new teachers in Cary Hall on September 1, 1966, from 11:30 A.m. until 1:30 P.M. , free of charge. Use of hall Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the Lexington Field and Garden Club permission to conduct meetings in Estabrook Hall on October 13, 1966, January 18, 1967, February 8, 1967 and April 6, 1967, Use of hall free of charge but subject to a fee of $3.95 per hour for clustodian's overtime services. II Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the minutes of the Selectmen 's Meeting held Minutes on June 13, 1966. I At 7:45 P.M. , Messrs. Sussman, Ripley, Smith and York, Conservation Commission, met with the Board. Mr. Sussman said he had an opinion of value on Conservation 1 the land at t he end of Hathaway Road and Red Coat Lane articles which supports the option. It supports it up to the amount of $56,000. Mr. Cataldo asked who gave the opinion of value, and Mr. Sussman replied Bernard Singer. The Chairman said the Commission was in a position to support its figures and this leaves the Appropriation ommittee and Selectmen still supporting the $45, 000. e said the Board would have to contact the Appropriation Committee and see if it wants to change. Mr. Smith advised the Board he called Mr. Parrish over the weekend. The Chairman said, with reference to Whipple Hill, the Appropriation Committee, Selectmen and Capital IIExpenditures Committee are in agreement to postpone this 148 article. Mr. Sussman said his Commission was about to take a vote on it. The meeting adjourned at 7:55 P.M. to true record, Attest: ecivilerk Selector d' 4� Vy I I 149 1 SELECTMEN"S MEETING June 27, 19(06 A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Selectmen! s Room, Town Office Building, on Monday, June 27, 1966, at 7:30 P.M. Chairman Cole, Messrs . Burnell and Mabee were present. Mr. Legro, Town Counsel, Mr. Gray, Executive Assistant, Mr. Carroll, Superintendent of Public Works, and Miss Murray, Execu- tive Clerk, were also present. Mr Gray asked the Board to request the Appropri- ation Committee to transfer $200 for the Police Department Expenses Account to operate the Xerox machine. He ex- plained so many departments and committees have been using this machine the Chief is running over the appropriation in his budget. Transfer Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to request the Appropriation Committee to transfer the sum of $200 from the Reserve Fund to the Police Depart- ment Expenses Account. Mr. Gray asked the Board to request the Appropri- ation Committee to transfer $1,000 to the Clerical Labor Pool, and explained an extra girl has been hired to work on the switchboard during the vacation months . He ex- plained additional funds are needed in this account for Transfer the clerical help in the Veterans' Department . Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to request the Appropriation Committee to transfer the sum of $1,000 from the Reserve Fund to the Clerical Pool Expenses Account. Mr. Gray reported that a representative of Dunn & Bradstreet, Inc. , discussed a Degree of Risk service that would cost about $570, and asked the Board to consider it for next year' s budget. Mr Carroll said he thought it would be a great help to him and other departments He said he could obtain a 100 ratings a year and thought it would be worthwhile for the Town t have the service Mr. Mabee asked if a low bidder could be excluded if he had a low rating in the Dunn & Bradstreet report. Mr. Gray replied the Board would know where it stood. He asked if it wouldn't pose a problem to exclude the low bidder in fact because he had a low rating. He stated I/ 150 he subscribes to Dunn & Bradstreet in his own business and finds it interesting, but of no help. Mr. Adams, present at the meeting, agreed with Mr. Mabee. The Chairman asked if there had been instances when the Town has had trouble, and Mr. Carroll replied there have been contractors who have given some trouble on the Degree of job. Risk Ser- The Chairman asked if this could have been avoided, vice and Mr. Carroll replied he did not know, but thought the Board should consider the service. The Chairman said the Board would defer action until it discusses budgets. Mr. Mabee suggested that, in the meantime, all possi- ble arguments be obtained because he has not found the service to be very helpful. Mr. Gray submitted a bill for $1,000 received from Architect' s the architect on the Town Barn and stated it is the final bill payment for work done previous to the bidding. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize payment of $1,000 to William A. Halsey, architect, for professional services rendered to June 17, 1966 - final statement under Article 2A of Agreement, dated ninth of May, 1966. Mr. Gray reported the Police Department has received the cruisers, and the car that will be used in the Building Department is being checked out by the chief mechanic of Inspectors' the Town. This car will be assigned to the Building De- Car partment to be used by the Plumbing Inspector, Wire In- spector and Assistant Building Inspector when one is appointed by the Board. The Chairman said a letter to this effect should be written to the departments involved. Mr. Gray stated he would write such a letter tomorrow. Mr. Gray reported that the Town Barn Committee unani- mously agreed that the contract should be awarded to the low bidder, John Tocci & Sons, Inc. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to award the contract for the alterations and additions to the Public Works Building to John Tocci & Sons , Inc. , 550 Pleasant Street, Watertown, Mass. , the low bidder, in the amount of $347,658.00. Mr. Gray asked the Board to approve signing the con- tract, subject to approval as to form. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to sign the contract between the Town of Lexington and John Tocci & Sons, Inc . , for alterations and additions to the Public Works Building, in the amount of $347,658.00, subject to Town Counsel ' s approval of the contract as to form. 151 Mr. Legro explained the contract would not be pre- sented until signed by the contractor, insurance certi- Barn con- ficates are ready, etc. tract Mr. Mabee asked if the contractor wanted a letter awarded of intent, and Mr. Gray replied he wanted a letter that the contract has been awarded. Mr. Gray said he had some Blue Cross-Blue Shield Srms to be signed which he would refer to Town Counsel. Blue Cross He explained these are amendments due to Medicare. Blue Shieli Mr. Carroll reported on the bids taken on sewer work, Contract #2, and said the low bidder was Crognale Construction Co. Inc . He recommended that the Board Sewer award the contract to the low bidder. contract Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to award the contract for sewer work, Contract #2, to Crognale Construction Co. , Inc. , at its bid of $73,376.50. Mr. Carroll had three pictures taken of the property on Worthen Road, and suggested that the Board write a First Nat'l letter to the First National Stores asking that the area Store area be landscaped. The Chairman said there is no legal obligation on their part. Mr. Carroll agreed and said he would suggest that the Board write a letter. Mr. Carroll asked that the Board allow him to hire two part-time girls for the summer. He said he has had a problem with sickness and vacations , and he could Add' 1. help use two more girls. He said he has sufficient funds Public Work in his budget. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize Mr. Carroll to employ two part-time clerks for the summer months. Upon motion duly made and seconded,it was voted to go into Executive Session for' the purpose of discussing, deliberating or voting on matters which, if made public, Executive might adversely affect the public security, the financial Session interest of the Town, or the reputation of any person. Following discussion with Mr. Legro pertaining to certain legal agreements, it was voted to resume the open meeting. Messrs. Giroux, Brown, Adams, Robert Neiley, Mr. Leitch, met with the Board. Mr. Neiley said they are designing a building to go 152cc at the corner of Massachusetts Avenue and Meiiam Street; it covers all of the block. He submitted a plan and said 111 the problem is a wooden telephone pole with wires, etc. , which he indicated on the plan. He said there is also a pole up the street where Mr. Cole' s building is. They would like to see the wires on these poles put underground. They have talked about this with the Boston Edison Company and received a price quoted which is quite high. He said he thought he better not give the price which depends on Underground how much concrete conduit has to be constructed and hose many wiring feet. He said there would be a good deal of money involved. Mariam St. He said if some way could be found, through the office of the Town, to get this done, hh would appreciate it. Mr. Carroll said he had talked to the Boston Edison Company and this is being investigated. He has been in- formed that the Town will have to pay for it . The Chairman said in order to consider this at all, the Board would have to know something about the cost and the degree of cooperation the Board could expect from the property owners. Mr. Burnell said he thought the Board should get some figures on this . Mr. Adams said the Board had established a precedent by putting the wires underground in Lexington Center. The Chairman said he thought the sense of the Board is it would like more information to be obtained by the Superintendent?:of Public Works. He said he would like more facts and figures. Mr. Carroll said he is working on that now. The group retired at 8:20 P.M. The Chairman read the letter, received last week, from Nrs, Hahhatil Conner in which she expressed dissatisfaction Conner with the award the Board made in connection with a taking claim made on April 25, 1966. Mr. Legro submitted a plan and indicated Mrs. Conner' s property. He suggested that the Board defer any action until Mr. Carroll has given him move information. The Chairman read a report, dated June 24, 1966, re- ceived from Mr. Irwin, Building Inspector, in regard to Bavel L. Cummings' property at 1465-475 Massachusetts Avenue. Cummings ' The Chairman said the Board held a hearing, of which property Mr. Cummings had been notified. He did not attend the hearing but received a copy of the minutes. He asked what action the Board wanted to take. Mr. Legro advised the Board must make a determination that the building is a nuisance and dangerous to the public. He said he thought the Board would want to consider first, specifying what work is to be done to make it safe, and if 1 ,J ) he does not do that, demand that the building be torn down. He suggested that the Board hold the matter over for one week, and asked that a copy of Mr Inwin' s report be mailed to him. Notice of Intent was received from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Department of Natural Resources, rela- tive to increasing the storage capacity of Hobbs Brook Reservoir, primary source of water supply for the City Hobbs Brooli of Cambridge, to compensate for loss of storage due to Reservoir highway construction. The Chairman said the City of Cambridge intends to do some excavating and enlarge the reservoir. The City of Waltham is, or has had, a hearing on this Mr. Legro reported that the City Council is meeting tonight to discuss this. The Chairman said the problem is whether the Board wants to follow the same procedure as Waltham and set up a hearing. He said it would be his suggestion to hold a hearing in the morning if possible, and if the Board was agreeable, he would schedule a hearing for July 5, 1966, at 9:00 A.M. He said he would also notify the Planning Board and Conservation Commission. Messrs. Grant, Jaquith, York, Straw, Mrs Morey and Mr. Tarbox met with the Board. Mr. Grant explained the meeting had to do with the signs on the Buckman Tavern grounds . The Historic Dis- tricts Commission, received a request from the Public Facilities Committee for permission to erect an additional sign at the foot of Meriam Street. The commission wondered at the time how many signs should be around the Battle Green grounds He said that request for a hearing was continued while the commission came in to talk with the Board. He said a suggestion was made that an effort be made to reduce the number of signs as much as possible by erecting a new, sign at the corner or Meriam Street which would serve to direct people to the new building and to the parking area. He said recently the commission received a request from the Town for permission to erect a sign "Public Facilities and Information Building" in one size lettering and then under- neath an arrow and in smaller type of the same design directions to the Episcopal church and the Greek Orthodox Church. Mr. Tarbox, representing the Chamber of Commerce, said the Chamber thought it advisable to have a sign at the foot of Meriam Street. There was considerable discussion pertaining to signs and locations of signs. Mr. Mabee suggested that a committee be formed to study the subject of signs. 154 2E Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to appoint a committee to study the subject of signs, consisting of Mr. Tarbox, Chamber of Commerce; Mr. Carroll, Superintendent of Public Works; Mr. Jaquith of the Historic Distorics Commission; Mrs. Morey, Lexington Historical Society; Charles Parks as an interested citizen. Mr. Jaquith said he would like this committee, or some other committee, to try and eliminate some of the signs around the Common. The Chairman said it would be his hope that the only thing this committee would do is the Public Facilities Building sign. upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize an extension of time within which the Ext. of Historic Districts Commission has to act upon the time Hist. application of the Town of Lexington for a certifi- Dist. sign cate of appropriateness relative to the erection of a sign at the corner of Meriam Street and Massachusetts Avenue , until July 29, 1966. The Chairman read a letter from Mrs . Franziska Porges Hosken, 187 Grant Street, relative to a tree posted for removal in connection with the proposed construction of a sidewalk on Grant Street. Mr. Carroll said he had personally looked at the tree. There are five other trees in front of Mrs. Hosken' s Tree property. He said he could get the sidewalk around the removal tree but it would definitely be on her property and in his opinion, the Town would not be getting a first-rate job, and it could be dangerous to the children. He said a hearing was held and Mrs. Hosken was advised she could petition the Board within twenty-four hours and the Board would have to make a decision. He said his recommendation is that the tree come down. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go along with Mr. Carroll' s recommendation and authorize the Tree Warden to remove the tree Petition relative to the proposed construction of Lowell Street, between North Street and the Burlington line, was held over from the last meeting of the Board. Lowell St . Mr. Carroll reported he is planning to remove construction twenty-two trees. If he was to move the road five feet easterly, it would save only four trees and would cost considerably more money. He said he felt very strongly the road should be laid out as shown on the plan. 155 The Chairman read-a letter from the Planning Board, with refrence to Minute Man Highlands, Sec. IV Dudley Street, advising that the Planning Board had approved bill received from Partridge Associates in the amount Partidge of $3,697.39. Associates' Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted bill to approve for payment bill received from the Partridge Associates in the amount of $3,697 39 and to authorize Mr. Carroll, Superintendent of Public Works , to process the bill for payment. Letter from the Adams School P T.A. signed by Mrs. Howard S. Yaffee, et als, regarding erection of a Adams P T.A fence to protect the children from the railroad tracks, fence was referred to Mr. Gray and Mr Carroll The Chairman reported receipt of a letter from the Town Clerk to which was attached a copy of resignation School from Charlotte R. Lichterman as a member of the School Committee Committee resignation The Chairman said it would be his intention to call a meeting for the purpose of filling this vacancy. The Board has to give the Committee seven days ' notice and the Committee told him it would waive the seven days ' notice . It was agreed that the Chairman would contact Mr. Viano, Chairman of the School Committee, to determine when a meeting of the two groups can be held. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted License to deny application for a Taxi Driver license received denied from Vincent Fay, Jr. , 11 Bacon Road, Bedford. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant a Yearly Dump Permit to Living Alum Co. , Newton. Dump permits Upon motion duly made and seconded, It was voted to grant a Yearly Dump Permit to Republic Rubber Co. , Inc. West Newton. The Chairman said Mrs . Morey had just given him a note in regard to spppointments to the Historic Districts Commission. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to appoint Max H. Straw a regular member of the Historic Appointment Districts Commission for a term expiring January 1, 1971. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to reappoint Mrs Ruth Bevan a regular member of the Historic Districts Commission for a term expiring January 1, 1970. 156 co Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to sign the following Sewer Orders: Sewer Orders Wright Street Cushing Street Winter Street Grassland Street Bridge Street Valleyfield Street Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Minutes to approve the minutes of the Selectmen' s Meeting held on June 20, 1966. The Chairman reported receipt of a telephone call this evening from Mrs. Battin and she wanted to know if the Board had taken a stand on the report of the Structure Town Gov't. of Town Government Committee. report It was agreed that each Selectmen would act inde- pendently and send whatever comments he may care to make directly to Mrs. Battin. The Chairman said Mr. William L. Ivarson, Jr. , 26 Cottage Street, was present at the meeting. He was denied a Taxi Driver license about two weeks ago. Taxi Driver The Chairman explained bakically the reason for license denying Taxi Driver licenses is because the applicants do not have a good traffic record. He said the Board is charged with the protection of the public. Mr. Ivarson said he was working as a dispatcher and would like a license to drive a taxi if he has to. The Chairman said Mr. Ivarson' s request for the Board to reconsider would be taken under advisement. No motion was made to reconsider. Mr Carroll submitted proposed amendments to the Traffic Rules and Orders prohibiting parking on certain Traffic sections of Massachusetts Avenue, Worthen Road, and Bedford Street. Formal amendments to the Traffic Rules and Orders will be prepared for the Board' s signature. Mr Charles Parks returned to the meeting and said the committee appointed earlier in the evening to consider signs would like an extension of time to report from July 11 to July 25. The Chairman suggested that the committee use all possible dispatch to arrive at a decision by July 11. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 9:50 F.M. A true record, Attest: _FskecUtivevOlerk,( SelectBen 1i7 SELECTMEN'S MEETING July 11, 1966 A regitlar meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Selectmen' s Room, Town Office Building, on Monday, July 11, 1966, at 7 30 P .M Chairman Cole, Messrs Burnell and Cataldo were present. Mr. Legro, Town Counsel, Mr Gray, Executive Assistant, Mr. Carroll, Superintendent of Public Works , and Miss Murray, Executive Clerk, were also present. Hearing was declared open upon petition of the Boston Edison Company and the New England Telephone and Telegraph Company for permission to locate one pole on Summit Avenue Notices of the hearing were mailed to the petitioners, owners of the property as listed on the petitioners ' plans and also filed with the Superintendent of Public Works. Pole Mr. Dunn, representing the New England Telephone location and Telegraph Company, and Mr Blake, representing the Boston Edison Company, were the only persons present at the hearing. Mr Dunn explained it is proposed to relocate a pole which is now on private property out to the public way in line with other poles . Mr. Carroll had no objection, and the hearing was declared closed. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the petition and sign the order for the follow- ing JO pole location: Summit Avenue, northeasterly side, approximately 53 feet southeast of Follen Road, -- One pole (One existing JO pole to be removed. ) Hearing was declared open upon petition of the New England Telephone and Telegraph Company for permission to locate conduit and manholes in Bedford Street, Hartwell Avenue and Maguire Road. Oonduit & Notices of the hearing were mailed to the petitioner, manhole owners of the property as listed on the petitioner' s plans, locationf and also filed with the Superintendent of Public Works. Mr. Dunn, representing the petitioner, was the only person present for the hearing. He explained most of the work is in preparation for services to Itek It is proposed to go from Bedford Street about fifty feed to Hartwell Road. It will be along the sidewalk location ' instead of the travelled way. Mr. Gray reported that representatives from Cabot, Cabot and Forbes came in to look at the plan today and had no objection. Mr Carroll had no objection, and the hearing was declared closed. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the petition and sign the order for the follow- ing conduit and manhole locations: Bedford S.tdt®et Juncti-on pf Hartwell; Avenue l- south- (State Highway) e.e.stelrilly from, '4 H. 5.4711. .,, approxi- mately 50J feet of underground conduit Hartwell Avenue : From Bedford Street, southerly, then westerly, approximately 2696 ' feet of underground conduit; also three ( 3) manholes. Maguire Road; Northwesterly from Hartwell Avenue approximately 895' feet of under- ground conduit; also, one ( 1) manhole. Mr. Carroll reported on bids taken for resurfacing streets and recommended that the contract be awarded to Contract the low bidder, William P. Capone Corporation. awarded Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to award the contract for resurfacing of streets to William P. Capone Corporation, low bidder, at the cor11 - rected bid price of $59,185.00 Mr. Carroll reported on bids taken for streets, drains and sidewalks and recommended that the contract be awarded to the low bidder, T.D. Sullivan and Sons. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to award the contract for streets, drains and sidewalks to T.D Sullivan & Sons , the low bidder, at the bid price of $166, 709.50. Mr. Legro said that a gentleman from the Boston Edison Company just brought in two forms for the poles Pole at the Moreland Avenue School Site He said he thought locations they were in good form if the Board wanted to authorize the Chairman to sign them He stated he would then present them to Dr. Fobert for the School Department, and stated they are needed by the contractor to continue his work on the Moreland Avenue School. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize the Chairman to sign the Boston Edison forms as submitted by Town Counsel Mr Legro said he had the contracts for sewer work 11 between Crognale Construction Co. , Inc , Roslindale and the Town He said he thought they were in good form 159 with one or possiblytwo additional instruments. He Sewer forhim to contract suggestedthat the Board sign the contracts hold until all the required instruments have been re- ceived by him Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to sign the sewer contract between Crognale Construction Col, Inc. and the Town of Lexington as submitted by Town Counsel. All copies were taken by Mr. Legro. Mr. Legro said he had the contract between John Tocci & Sons, Inc. and the Town for the construction of the Public Works Building. He said he had today returned the in- Public surance certificates to the contractor and he is to replace Works them. He said he would like to hold the contaacts for Building final verification from bond counsel. Contract Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to sign the Public Works Building contract between John Tocci & Sons, Inc. , to be held by Town Counsel subject to all requirements being met. All copies were taken by Mr. Legro. Mr. Cataldo reported, with reference to the proposed Public Works Building, that there were no bids on the sprinkler system and he would like the Board to authorize the architect to go out for three qualified bidders. He Sprinkler _ read a letter to the architect, Mr. Halsey, that he said bids he would like to have the Chairman sign. He explained no one bid at the time the subcontractors bid and an allowance of $16,500 was carried in the general bid. He reported that, according to the architect, this is normal and legal procedure. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize the Chairman to sign the letter, subject to the approval of Town Counsel. Hearing was declared open upon application of the Standing School Building Committee for permission to store 10,120 gallons of No. 5 fuel oil in an underground tank on premises located on Moreland Avenue Fuel oil Notices of the hearing were mailed, certificate of hearing mailing, to the petitioner and owners of the property deemed to be affectSd as they appear on the most recent tax list, and also advertised in the June 30, 1966 issue of the Lexington Minute-man No one was present in favor or in oppgsition The application was approved July 8, 1966 by Walter F Spellman, Chief Engineer, Lexington Fire Depart- ment The Chairman declared the hearing closed, and upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant a_. license to the Standing School Building Committee to store 10,120 gallons of No 5 fuel oil in an underground tank on premises located on Moreland Avenue. fi N ['Z Mr Cataldo referred to the layout of the new Public Works Building and reported another entrance is proposed. Entrance to He explained the committee would like another entrance Public Wrks.which will be right across from Sunny Knoll Avenue. He Building stated this portion of the work would be done by the Town. He said they would like to start right away and wanted the Board to know what is being done. Mr. Carroll explained this is the plan Mr Halsey originally submitted but the committee never got around to showing it to the Board. The Board had no objection, and upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize the con- struction of a second entrance as proposed by the com- mittee. Mrs. Hannah M. Conner' s letter, expressing dis- satisfaction with the award the Board made in connection Conner with the Middleby Road taking made on April 25, 1966, was Claim held over from the last Board meeting, at the suggestion of Mr. Legro, who was waiting for further information from Mr. Carroll. Mr Legro requested that the matter be held over again until he has obtained the necessary information from Mr. Carroll. Letter was received from H.C.Rice and Janet F. Rice, 58 Outlook Drive, stating the $500 awarded by the Board as damages for a taking made on Middleby Road on April 25, 1966, was unfair. Mr. Legro suggested that the Board hold this over until its next meeting, at which time he hopes to have a report from Mr. Carroll. Letter was received from E.M.MeGrory, 44 Parker Street, stating while attending an affair of the Lex- ington Lodge, Sons of Italy, his wife fell and was injured at Cary Memorial Hall. He claimed the injury was due to McGrory negligence. claim Mr. Legro said he had received a copy of the letter and has requested Mr. Carroll to give him a report. The Chairman said most everyone knew the Board held a hearing regarding the Hobbs Brook Basin He said it was held because the Board recommended it, add held even Hobbs Brook though a hearing was not necessary. He said it would Basin appear that the removal of sand and gravel from the area would have to be on permission by the Board of Appeals. The City of Cambridge has been notified verbally lby Town Counsel and in a letter from the Board. He said other people thought it would be a recreational area. Many townspeople do not want to have Cambridge expand the so-called water basin. He said he did not know how much validity these arguments would have, but the Board 161 could go on record one way or another He said other than notifying the City of Cambridge regarding digging gravel out, he did not know what the Board could do other than request that the area be preserved for recreation. Mr Cataldo said when this does go to the Board of Appeals, the Selectmen would be there and could go on record as to what it wants preserved He said the Board would let them know it doesn't want them to just go ahead and do this. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted that the Board be represented at any hearing before the Board of Appeals, or any Board, on the removal of gravel from the Hobbs Brook basin Mr. Legro said last dednesday afternoon there was a meeting in the City Council Chambers in the City of Waltham. The City Solicitor of Waltham, City Solicitor of Cambridge, Superintendent of the Water Department and an expert, Dr. Woodworth, was there to give any technical answers. He said Lexington was represented by him, Mr. Carroll, Mr. Gray, and the Chairman of the Conservation Commission. He explained it was principally an infor- mation meeting. He said they saw copies of the contract between the City of Cambridge and DeMatteo and today he received a copy of the contract He said it was indi- cated they intend to replace the water storage lost through the construction of Route 128 and 2. They were requested not to prove any of the islands and the Superintendent of the Water Department agreed that he would not He said it was left a study would be made. He met afterwards with the City Solicitor of Waltham and the City Solicitor of Cambridge. No conclusion was arrived at. He stated it developed from the plan most recently prepared, the greater part of the excavation is proposed in the Town of Lexington. He said they discussed the question of them providing for the eliminating of traffic going into Lincoln Street They agreed to make a study and report back. He explained the contractor is supposed toprovide temporary access roads from the excavation site to highways They agreed to make a study and report back whether trucks hauling gravel could be eliminated from Lincoln Street The Chairman said the City of Cambridge-has a problem and has to enlarge the basin. Mr. Carroll said he did not think it has to, and he thought it was taking this opportunity. The Chairman asked if Mr. Carroll didn' t think it was necessary with the water resources' problem Mr. Carroll replied Cambridge does not now receive all its water from this reservoir. It is not suffering because of this 50,000,000 gallons. It is suffering financially because when they draw water from the MDC, it has to pay for it. Mr. Legro said they stated frankly this is of finan- cial advantage to them I62 n Mr. Cataldo said they should come up with much more information Mr Legro said last Friday they did not have enough preparation. Mr. Cataldo said there is no substantial reason for taking that fill out. There are other ways to increase the gallonage without taking that out. The Chairman said the Board was justified in opposing any excavation in the Hobbs Brook Basin and is on record to this effect right now. At 8:00 P .M , hearing was declared open on the con- dition of the property located at 9 Pearl Street, supposedly owned by Joseph Goodwin Mr. Donald K. Irwin, Building Inspector, said his report contained about the same information he sent to the Board. He said, as a result of complaints from neighbors , he and the Fire Chief visited the premises and took some pictures. He stated this is a two-car garage. Four or five years ago, there was a fire there and the garage was damaged. At one time, there was limited effort to make some repairs on the garage. In the meantime, nothing more has been done except temporary covering on the roof of the garage. He said it is full of all kinds of materials; automobile parts, tires, old iron, etc. The structure is nonconforming in its location He said it is restorable but would take some work It needs a new roof and some repairs on the right-hand side. Mr Legro reported the telephone call received by him a few moments ago was from Frank Goodwin, son of Joseph Goodwin, who said it appeared Joseph Goodwin was not able to attend the hearing because of illness. Mr. Legro told him the hearing would be held at 8:00 P.M. and sug- gested that someone be present to represent him. The Chairman said a full transcript of the hearing would be sent to Mr. Goodwin. Mr. Legro reported the son admitted his father did receive a notice Mr. Irwin reported Mr. Goodwin, Sr , called him this morning to inquire what time the hearing would be. The Chairman said he took it Mr. Irwin' s recommen- dation was that the building be put in a safer state. Mr. Irwin said it could be removed completely and he believed it could be repaired. He pointed out Mr. Goodwin could not build in the same location again without a Board of Appeals' hearing. Mr. Andrew Sutherland, 31 Bartlett Avenue, asked to look at the pictures taken by Mr. Irwin and also submitted some pictures he had taken. The Chairman asked if he was presenting the pictures as evidence, and Mr. Sutherland replied in the affirmative . He said he wanted to be on record that something be done about this . 163 Mr. Robert Wilson, 33 Bartlett Avenue, said it has been three years since the fire and Mr. Goodwin has not done anything to clean it up. He has scaffolding on his house which has been there for two years He said he thought some action has to be taken. He said he did not think the people in the neighborhood could sell their properties if they tried, and he did not think a bank would give a mortgage. He said the complaint was origi- nallyfiled in the early1 0' s and nothingdone. He 95 said he hoped something would be done this time, and immediately Mr John Shea, 21 Bartlett Avenue, said he agreed with Mr. Wilson' s views. Mrs. Florence Burgholzer, 11 Pearl Street; Mr. William deMontigny, 41 Bartlett Avenue; Mrs Marie Sutherland, 31 Bartlett and Mrs. Ann Shea, 21 Bartlett Avenue were all recorded as being in favor of some action being taken. The hearing was declared closed and the Chairman said the Board would take the matter under advisement Later in the evening, Mr G,odwin' s son, Frank Goodwin, and Mr Goodwin came into the meeting The Chairman atated the Board held a hearing at 8:00 P.M. , notice of which was sent to Mr Goodwin. He said he would not reopen the hearing, but would send a transcript of the hearing to Mr. Goodwin' s father. Mrs Goodwin said she is not living there at the present time The mail comes to that address , but she does not receive it. The Chairman said there was testimony to the effect this building is in a dilapidated condition and the re- commendation to the Board from reports and Building In- spector is that something should be done. He stated the Board has not made any decision yet. He asked Frank Goodwin if he knew whether his father has any intention of restoring the building, a two-car garage. Mr. Cataldo asked if they were going to tear the garage down. Mrs. Goodwin said she did not know. The Chairman said he wouldsend a tcript of everything said to Mr Goodwin so he will know what went on. He said he would send a copy to Frank Goodwin, 2 Martin STreet, Burlington, and 1'o Mr Joseph Goodwin Mr. Frank Goodwin said he expected to clean out the junk and take it in his hands. He said his father does not want the responsibility of cleaning it up. Mr. Gray said he had a letter from Northeastern University asking if the Board would be interested in a clerk working in the Selectmen' s Office on a 90/3/10% basis, similar to the program for the engineering students . He said he did not know whether the clerk would be male or female. Mr. Burnell asked what Mr. Gray proposed doing with this individual. 164 n Mr. Gray said he thought the Board would have to determine that. Mr. Cataldo asked what they were looking for. Mr. Gray replied these are people majoring in govern- ment who will go into State or Federal government whenthey finish college. This is similar to Mr. Carroll ' s program. Student Mr. Burnell said the Board would not want to do this Clerical unless it was serving a purpose for the Board or the Town. help Mr. Cataldo siid he world be in favor of taking it. Mr. Gray stated if the Board decides, after the appli- cation is filed, it does not want them, it does not have to take them. Mr. Cataldo said the Board could get the tax title land taken care of. The Chairman said help could be used especially at Town Meeting time. Mr. Gray said th_9 clerk would be paid from the Clerical Labor Pool. Mr. Burnell said he had reservations and would like to know a little more about it. Mr. Cataldo said he would be in favor of submitting the application and when it comes back, the Board can decide whether it will take them or not. Mr. Burnell said if there is a program of something that is necessary, he would go along with this. The Chairman said there are Federal monies available to the tune of 90%. The Town would only assume 10% of the cost. Mr. Burnell asked if the college specified any partic- ular type of work this individual would perform. Mr . Gray said it could be anything the Board wanted her to do. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to file an application. Mr. Gray said he had a letter from the Planning Director recommending that the Xerox machine be placed in Xerox this building, and Chief Corr is agreeable to the transfer. machine He said the police give that machine excessive use, but he has not discussed this with the Chief. The Chairman suggested that Mr. Gray discuss this with the Chief and have a report for the next Board meeting. Mr. Burnell said he would like to see an organized program for machines. Mr. Gray said one of the problems is the fact there are two buildings, and the other problem is the lack of spaces. Mr. Cataldo said this is a subject that can be pur- sued when the new building is being planned. Mr. George Bedoian, 171 Grant Street, met with the Board. Mr. Bedoian said his appearance is in connection 165 with a letter sent out on May 12, 1966 in which the Superintendent of Public Works and Town Engineer, John Carroll, €elllightened him about a contract signed and awarded by the Board for the construction of sidewalks on Grant Street. He said, at that time, he was in Colorado. He has discussed this with Mr. Coscia, Mr. Higgins and Mr. Carroll. He said there is a betterment imposed here. They requested an easement for the purpose of the construction of the sidewalk. He said hefailled their attention to several things about this particular property. He said if a sidewalk is not cleared after a storm, the owner has to clean it or pay the penalty of the law. He said if he were absent or away on business, he could not attend to this. He said he has been assured the Town intends to keep the sidewalk clear, but he is not sure five or ten years from now, that may not be changed, and he would be subject to the penalty of the law. He said the abutters on both sides of his property do not care for the sidewalk and he is convinced, economically, it is not feasible because it will detract from what the developer, Mark Moore, had in mind. He said he did not feel he should be represented this evening by counsel, and he felt he paid sufficient taxes to have the wisdom of the Town Counsel. He said he wanted the Board to look over the general area. He said it is proposed to put a sidewalk between a brick wall that has been there thirty years and there will be less than five feet. They will have to come between the brick wall and the many trees. He said he doubted if they could get a tractor through there without destroying the trees. He said he consulted with renowned architectural firms specializing in this field and they advised him the work in connection with constructing a sidewalk would affect the value of the property. They made suggestions that some concession might be made having to do with the betterment cost. He said he thought it would be more beneficial to have the sidewalk on the other side of the street. The Chairman explained most sidewalks are put in at the request of the School Committee to satisfy safety of the children. When the Board decides to put in a sidewalk, the Engineering Department looks it over and decides, on the basis of merit, on which side of the street the sidewalk should go. As far as the snow plowing goes, for some time now the Town has plowed the sidewalks where the children go to school. He asked how much of an ease- ment the Town was taking. Mr. Carroll said there was discussion as to which side of the street this sidewalk should go. It was his re- commendation that the sidewalk should go on the other side. He said the work is being done by a contractor right nowt He said the sidewalk on both sides of Mr. Bedoiants property to a great extent has already been done. He said in his opinion it would not be feasible to construct a section of a sidewalk on the opposite side of the street. He said X66 c he had pictures of the wall, bushes and trees. The wall is just about on the street line all along the street. He said the distance from the face of the brick wall to the one side of the trees varies from six to seven feet, and the sidewalks are constructed five feet wide so there definitely will be room for a sidewalk plow to go between the trees and the wall. He said he did feel there would be some potential danger in regard to the shrubs. He said there might be a good chance of damage to the shrubs which are on Town property. They are planted on Town property. Mr. Bedoian said not all of it. Mr. Carroll stated the slope easement is on a piece of property where there is no wall. There is a chain link fence about four feet high, and Mr. Bedoian told him he ob- jected to the slope easement and he informed him a sidewalk could be constructed without a slppe easement, but it would not be as good looking as it would be if the sloping were done. He said he was willing to construct the sidewalk without any slope easement whatever. Mr. Bedoian said sidewalk construction has been stopped up to the other side of Todd Road, and none of the sidewalk has been constructed at the Pellegrino property. Mr. Carroll submitted a plan and pictures. Mr. Bedoian said he would like the Board to consider the possibility, before any further work is done, of con- structing the sidewalk on the other side. The Chairman said Mr. Bedoian was asking the Board to reconsider the whole problem; it would take the utter under advisement and let him know. Mr. Bedoian retired. The Chairman asked if the Board wanted to discuss the subject further, and Mr. Cataldo said there is nothing to discuss. The Board voted to construct the sidewalk in that area. The Chairman asked if, based on all the facts at this particular time, the Board wanted to move for reconsideration. No motion for reconsideration was made. Mr. Lee E. Tarbox, Chairman of the committee appointed by the Board to study the subject of signs, as related to the new Information Building, met with the Board and read the report of the committee. The Chairman said this is something the Board will have to act on very quickly. He asked if the committee made a unanimous recommendation, and Mr. Tarbox replied in the affirmative. Mr. Tarbox retired. Mr. Cataldo said he thought the signs were too large and he did not like the proposed name of the building. Mr. Burnell said he hoped the present small Information Building could be moved to the Town barn and the Chamber of Commerce decide what it wants to do with it. Mr. Carroll said the building is owned by the Chamber 167 of Commerce and removal would have to go before the Historic Districts Commission. Mr. Cataldo suggested reducing the size of the sign for the building to two feet and have it placed between the side of the building and the window on the right side. Informs.. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted tion to file an application with the Historic Districts Commission Bldg. for a Certificate of Appropriateness relative to the removal signs of the Belfry information building located at the corner of Massachusetts Avenue and Meriam Street, owned by the Chamber of Commerce. The Chairman asked Mr. Carroll to find out tomorrow what size will fit between the door and the window and that will be the size the Board is going to recommend. Upon motion duly made and secondeyl, it was voted that the new so-called Public Facilities Building be known as "Tourists ' Center". Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to place a hanging sign "Tourists ' Center" on the Buckman Tavern side of the tree. Mr. Gray said the application now before the Historic Districts Commission shoald be withdrawn. The Chairman said he would notify the Chamber of Commerce that the Board has applied to the Historic Dis- tricts Commission for removal of their Belfry information building. Mr. Alan G. Adams said he hoped to start construction of his new building before the end of this month and he wanted permission to temporarily close off Depot Place bedause of the limited area in which the contractor will have to work. He submitted letters from John F. MacNeil and the Minute Man Park Realty Trust approving the temporary closing of the road. Mr. Gray reported that the Traffic Study Committee has no objection to the proposed closing. Mr. Carroll explained it would be almost impossible to construct the building without giving them some area. Mr. Legro advised there is usual procedure for closing a way. There will have to be permits and a bond given. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize closing Of Depot Place for a period not ex- ceeding three months providing access for abutting tenants is made available and the necessary legal requirements are met. Mr. Adams said the National Newspaper Association of Boston is coming to Lexington at 10145 A.M. on Sunday and the Chairman of the Board has agreed to be present. Newspaper He extended an invitation to the other members of the Associa- Board. He said he would like to serve coffee from a table tion ' to be placed in back of Buckman Tavern . I68 CIUpon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize the Chairman to handle this in the manner in which he deemed best. Letter was received from Edward J. Hibbs, Com- missioner, Department of Public Works, relative to Route 2. It is the feeling and intention of the Depart- ment that the design with the loop ramp proceed inasmuch as no alternate proposal adequately satisfies the engineering requirements. Route 2 The Chairman reported he talked to Commissioner Ribbat office today, and it has the report from the Natural Resources. He said he has not seen it, but was told the report backs up the Department of Public WoRI . He stated people from the Peacock Farm area asked75.f he would arrange a meeting for them with the present Com- missioner. The Commissioner will meet with them, not more than two or three . He said Dr. Slone wants a re- presentative from the Board to attend this meeting. The Chairman said there is a history to the school crossings in the- summertime. Lately there has been some complaint because of no crossing guards at Adams School and the other schools. He said most of the Board is aware of the history of this. When the kindergarten was first established, it was with the understanding the parents would take t he responsibility of getting the IIchildren to and from school. The ensuing year, the PTA paid the police. Last year, the Town put it in the budget money to cover the number of school crossings for which they could get ladies to work. The School Committee said there were nine but only five would work. This year before the budget was determined, no police ladies would work and this was conveyed to Mr. Maclnnes of the School Department by Chief Corr. He said, at the present time, there are no school crossing guards at these different schools. Policewomen Mrs. Arthur Smith, 51 Follen Road, met with the Board for Kinder- and said she did talk to Chief Corr. Last year they got gartens two ladies. He did not ask them this year because of the difficulty last year. She said Parker School has its regular crossing guard, and she is on duty. Mrs. Smith called one of the regular crossing guards herself. She was not willing to but had friends who might do it. The pay is $15 a week. This is why the ladies don't feel they want to do it. She said although the regular crossing guards may not be willing to do this, there may be womann a vailable, not particularly regular crossing guards, who would be willing to serve, and if the money is available, something could be done. The Chairman asked if the Adams School PTA would be willing to pay the cost of a crossing guard. If so, the Board would have no objection if the PTA can get a cross- ing guard. 169 Mrs. Smith said before this comes up again next year, perhaps a survey could be made of the policewomen with the idea they could suggest some of their friends. Petition for construction and acceptance of Valleyfield Street was referred to Mr. Carroll. Petitions Petition for installation of a sewer in the area of Route 2, Waltham Street, town line of Waltham and Route 128 was referred to Mr. Carroll. Letter was received from Melvin Rosenthal, 126 Grant Street , relative to a drainage problem. Mr. Carroll submitted a plan and indicated the pre- perty at the corner of York and. Grant Streets. He said York Street is a private way. A great deal of water comes down York Street and ends up in a catch basin at Mr. Rosenthal's house. Mr. Carroll' s suggestion was that maybe he could put in a couple of catch basins on York Street and tie them into the catch basin on the northerly corner. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize Mr. Carroll to install two catch basins on York Street to be tied into the catch basin now located on the northerly corner. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adopt the following amendment to the Traffic Rules and Orders, Town of Lexington: Traffic Rules AMENDMENT TO THE TRAFFIC RULES AND ORDERS TOWN OF LEXINGTON, ADOPTED BY THE BOARD OF SELECTMEN, JULY 11, 1966 ARTICLE V Section 2 (No Parking) By adding to this section the following: Massachusetts Avenue - On the southerly side of Massachusetts Avenue from Waltham Street westerly for a distance of 125 feet. Worthen Road - On the southerly side of Worthen Road from Bedford Street westerly for a distance of 500 feet. Worthen Road - On the northerly side of Worthen Road from Bedford Street westerly for a distance of 455 feet. 170 ac N can /5/ Lincoln P. Cole, Jr. Board /s/ Levi G. Burnell of /s/ Robert Cataldo Selectmen Adopted July 11, 1966 A true copy, Attest : [s/ Hazel J. Murray Executive Clerk, Seectmen July 12, 1966 Then personally appeared the above-named Hazel J. Murray, Executive Clerk, Board of Selectmen, and acknowledged the foregoing to be her free act and deed, before me. /s/ Mary R. McDonough Notary Public Commission expires September 15,1967, AMENDMENT TO THE TRAFFIC RULES AND ORDERS TOWN OF LEXINGTON, ADOPTED BY THE BOALD OF SELECTMEN, JULY 11, 1966. ARTICLE V Section 2-A (Parking prohibited during certain hours) By adding to this section the following: Bedford Street - No person shall park a vehicle between the hours of 8:00 A.M. and 6:00 P.M. on the westerly side of Bedford Street from Harrington Road to the railroad tracks. Bedford Street - No person shall park a vehicle between the hours of 8:00 A.M. and 6:00 P.M. on the easterly side of Bedford Street from I Hancock Street to the railroad tracks. 171 /s/ Lincoln P. Cole, Jr. Board /s/ Levi G. Burnell of /s/ Robert Cataldo Selectmen Adopted July 11, 1966 A true copy, Attest: /s/ Hazel J. Murray Executive Clerk, Selectmen July 12, 1966 Then personally appeared the above-named Hazel J. Murray, Executive Clerk, Board of Selectmen, and acknowledged the foregoing to be her free act and deed, before me. /s/ Mary R. McDonough Notary Public Commission expires September 15, 1967 A copy of a memo from Mr. Gray to the Board was sent to each member, suggesting change in procedure for agenda. Mr. Cataldo said he did not think any decision Agenda such as proposed should be made until all members of the Board were present. Request for permission, received from the Metro- politan Building Movers Co. , to move a building from 740 Concord Turnpike, Belmont, to 7 Hayes Lane, Lexington, was held over. Permit Mr. Carroll said he had not looked at this himself and asked that it be held over until the next meeting. Mr. Cataldo pointed out that wo .ld mean a delay of another two weeks. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the request, subject to Mr. Carroll' s approval and also subject to the established conditions for the removal of buildings. Request was received from the Merry Contracting Ser- vice, Duxbury, for permission to move a building from Beatrice Circle, Belmont, to Webster Road, Lexington. Permit Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the request subject to the established con- ditions for the removal of buildings. 172 N Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing, Executive deliberating or voting on matters which, if made public, Session might adversely affect the public security, the financial interest of the Town, or the reputation of any person. Following discussion with Town Counsel pertaining to legal matters, it was voted to resume the open meeting. Mr. Carroll referred to the Chapter 90 construction of Massachusetts Avenue and discussed the wall at Pelham Road and the sidewalk along the wall up to Percy Road. He said, with reference to relocation of the wall, he has discussed this with the State and the proposed re- Chapt. 90 location will cost $40,000. It will require a slope construction easement and allow a maximum speed of forty miles an Mass. Ave. hour, providing sight distance for cars coming out of Pelham Road. He has been advised by the State there is an excellent chance this can be paid for entirely by the Federal government under a safety program. He said if the Board goes along with this idea, he asked that the Board write a letter requesting this be included in the State 's safety program. He explained the Town would not receive any funds this year. He plans to leave t his portion of the Chapter 90 construction from Pelham Road to near Wardrobe's driveway. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to leave the construction of that portion of Massachusetts Avenue from Pelham Road to near Wardrobe's driveway, a distance of approximately 500 feet, out of the Chapter 90 contract and come back with this particular section for next year; and to apply for Federal funds under the safety program. Mr. Carroll referred to the construction of a side- walk on the section of Massachusetts Avenue between Pelham Road and Percy Road on the south side. He said he felt the sidewalk should be constructed on this side of the avenue. He said he had a very strong feeling there should be a sidewalk there. Mrs. Morey is concerned about the Munroe Tavern. There are about six trees on the Town property, not out on the Town way, and there is a steep slope up to the trees. He said he does not propose to remove any of the trees whatever. The sidewalk can be built in front of the trees and have a fairly steep slope or a very low retaining wall could be built, something in the order of one foot, which will drop the level of the sidewalk down. He said Mrs: Morey indicated to him she had some feelings on the matter. Mr. Wardrobe is con- cerned about the fact a sidewalk is being proposed in this area. Mr. Carroll said the hedge is about four or five feet out on the Town way all along. Mrs. Morey said the base of the trees are three feet up from the level of the road, and to construct a side- walk would necessitate some root cutting. Mr. Brisson 173 told her any construction there might damage the trees. She said she was also concerned about the fact this is a charming section of the Town and it does not seem to her there is much need of widening and putting in a sidewalk. She said she could see putting in a curbing because it defines the street. She said the children going to school use Tavern Lane and coming from the other direction they go down Pelham Road. She suggested complete clearance of the shrubs on the wall and said this would give better visibility. Mr. Carroll said there is a sixty-four inch elm and a twenty-four inch elm in front of Mr. Fisher' s house and he requested that they be removed. He said the street is thirty-six feet wide and he would like to maintain a width of forty feet . Mr. Carroll said if the Board decides it wants to postpone a decision on the safety program, he will have to tell the State to leave out this section on the contract or put it in. He said the sidewalk decidion can be held off, and the Board could take a look at it . He said he thought a decision should be made within the next couple of weeks. Mr. Legro retired at 10:55 P.M. The Chairman referredt o the motion as originally made . Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to leave the original motion as it is. Mrs. Morey and Mr. Adams were recorded as being opposed to the proposed sidewalk construction in front of Munroe Tavern. It was decided to hold any decision pertaining to the sidewalk over. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adopt an Order of Notice, regarding the property of Order of Bevel L. Cummings and Ada H. Melick located at 465-475 Notice - Massachusetts Avenue , subject to further consideration Cummings of the Order of Notice by Town Counsel. Letter was received from the First National Stores, Inc. , relative to the grass strip adjacent to its pro- First Nat 'l party on Worthen Road. It is intended to see what can Stores be done to landscape the area. Letter was received from the Christian High School requesting the erection of a sign "Christian High School" at Bartlett Avenue and Lowell Street . Sign The Chairman asked the Superintendent of Public Works to take care of this . Letter was received from the Cemetery Commissioners requesting a transfer of $500 to the Personal Services Transfer Account to take care of the overtime work caused by so CO17 4 CI many funerals on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to request the Appropriation Committee to transfer the sum of $500.00 from the Reserve Fund to the Cemetery Department - PErsonal Services Account. Letter, dated July 1, 1966, was received from the Planning Board advising that it is planned this summer to move ahead with a codification and rearrangement of the Zoning By-Laws . The Board asked for any comments Zoning or suggestions the Selectmen might have. By-Law A copy of the letter had been mailed to the Board. Mr. Burnell and Mr. Cataldo said they had read it and had no recommendations. The Chairman asked Mr. Gray to read the letter. Letter was received from The American Legion, Stanley Hill Post No. 38, Inc. , with reference to the Veteranst Memorial proposed for Emery Park. The Legion wants to be represented. Veterans ' The Chairman said he woad advise the Legion when Memorial it comes time for the Board to take definite action, the Legion will be notified. Request was received from Mr. Otis S. Brown, on behalf of the residents of John Poulter Road, Viles and Bond Roads, for permission to block off Viles Road for a period of about four hours commencing at 3:00 P.M. on Pe-mit Saturday, August 27, 1966. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the request. Mr. Carroll referred to the Laconia Street water Laconia St. ijroblem and said he had money for a water main in that water main "street. Now he feels it is not necessary to spend the money this year. Mr. Carroll submitted a sketch of the Adams School Adams School property and reported how each parcel was acquired. He fence said the parcel of land to be considered is under the jurisdiction of the Selectmen and not the School. At the last meeting of the Board, the request for erection of a fence, received from Mrs. Howard S. Yaffee, to protect the children, was referred to Mr. Carroll and Mr. Gray. It was the opinion of the Board that a definite attempt would have to be made to get up the banking onto the rail- road tracks. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to deny the request made by Mrs Howard S. Yaffee, Adams School P.T.A. I 175 Mr. Carroll said he would like totake bids on trucks and requested the Board's permission to increase the size of the trucks as requested in his budget, and said he had funds available because the trucks already purchased were less than his estimate. Trucks The Chairman asked how much more money the heavier trucks would cost, and Mr. Carroll replied about $1500 each. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant Mr; Carroll' s request. Additional Mr. Carroll said he had four foremen in the Highway, foreman Sewer and Water Division, one of whom has suffered a for Pub. heart attack within the last month, and he does not know Works how long he will be out. He said he has come close to reaching his full complement of men, within two of the number he has been authorized to hire. There are twenty- eight men in this division working under four foremen. He has a foreman for seven employes and wants to have four-man crews. He asked the Board to Live him permission to appoint another foreman. The Chairman asked if this wasn 't something that should be taken up at budget time, and Mr . Carroll replied in the negative. The Chairman mentioned that the Board had denied a similar request received from the Cemetery Commissioners * positions other than at budget time. Mr. Cataldo said the Board could go on the basis that one of the six men should have been a foreman. Mr. Burnell suggested that this foreman be put on the basis of a temporary appointment. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize Mr. Carroll to appoint a temporary foreman, the appointment to be made permanent at budget time. Letter was received from the Board of Fire Coi- missioners with suggested regulations governing the use of the ambulance. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Use of to amend the Rules and Regulations governing the use Ambulance of the Veterans' Memorial Ambulance by adding a new Section 3 to read as follows : 3. Such other cases as may be from time to time specifically authorized by the Director of Public Welfare, and such other requests as may be from time to time required by the Police Department in the performance of its duties. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to certify the characters of David J. Myerson, 11 Moon Cert. of IIHill Road; Courtney B. eCazden, 27 Peacock Farm Road; Inc. Dean E. Nicholson, 7 Sherburne Road, all who have applied to the Secretary of State for Certificates of Incorporation. Satisfactory character references on all three were received from Chief Corr. *and said the Board has a policy of not creating any new 1.76 N Jury List Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adopt the 1966-1967 Jury List.as fi l rte.• License Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant a Taxi Driver License to Edward Franklin Fraser, Jr. , 11 Lanark Road, Arlington. Mr. Gray reported receipt of an application from Mae DeFelice, 286 Ridge Street, Arlington, for a Common Comm. Viet. Victualler License at 46 Massachusetts Avenue . He said license she also wants a permit to have a three-piece orchestra on Friday and Saturday nights. He said he checked with the Chief and under Chapter 140, Section 183A, the li- censing authority would be the Board of Selectmen. He said this address is a C-2 zone and places of entertain- ment in a C-2 zone have to go before he Board of Appeals. He suggested that he write her a letter and tell her to apply to the Board of Appeals. Further consideration is to be given to the appli- cation for a Common Victualler license at the next meet- ing of the Board, at which time Mr. Gray will have dis- cussed subject with the Board of Health. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 1 to approve the minutes of the Selectmen' s Meeting held on June 27, 1966. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 12:05 A.M. A true record, Attest: Eec+ ive"Olerkl, Select ocpt J i} f0 177 SELECTMEN'S MEETING July 25, 1966 A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Selectmen' s Room, Town Office Building, on Monday, July 25, 1966 at 7:30 P.M. Chairman Cole, Messrs. Burnell, Cataldo, Sheldon and Mabee were present . Mr. Legro, Town Counsel, Mr. Gray, Executive Assistant, Mr. Carroll, Superintendent of Public Works, and Miss Murray, Executive Clerk, were also present. Hearing was declared open upon application of Itek Corporation for permission to store 20,000 gallons of No. 5 fuel oil and 510 gallons of No. 2 fuel oil under- ground on premises at 10 Maguire Road. Notices of the hearing were mailed, certificate of mailing, to the petitioner and owners of the property de med to be affected as they appear on the most recent local tax list, and also advertised in the July 7, 1966 Fuel oil issue of the Lexington Minute-man. storage Mr. Thomas A. McManus, Facilities Engineer of the Itek Corporation, and Mr. Richard Bacharik were the only persons Present for the hearing. The applications were approved on July 8, 1966 by Chief Engineer Walter F. Spellman. No one wished to be recorded in opposition, and the hearing was declared closed. Upon motion duly made and seconded it was voted to grant the petition and issue licenses to the Itek Corporation for the storage of 20,000 gallons of No. 5 fuel oil and 510 gallons of No. 2 fuel oil in underground tanks on premises located at 10 Maguire Road. At 7:35 P.M. hearing was declared open upon petition of the New England Telephone and Telegraph Company for permission to locate conduit in Grant Street. Notices of the hearing were mailed to the petitioner, owners of the property as listed on the petitioner's plans, and also filed with the Superintendent of Public Works. Mr. Robert Dunn, representing the petitioner, was the only person present for the hearing. He explained Undergroun this would be a vote of confidence. The petitioner conduit is putting in a new underground system up around Saddle Club Road and the petition for Grant Street is to meet the underground cables. The Edison Company had the ground open and Mr. Carroll advised the t elephone com- pany it would be all right to proceed while the ground was open. No one appeared in opposition. l i Erb Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the petition and sign the order for the follow- ing telephone conduit: Grant Street : Junction of Saddle Club Road, from pole 117/29, southwesterly, approxi- mately 20 feet. Mr. Legro stated he had a contract for street and sidewalk work between the Town and William P. Capone Corporation. Street & Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to sidewalk sign the contract as submitted by Town Counsel. All contract copies were taken by Town Counsel. Mr. Legro stated he had a contract for streets, Streets, drains and sidewalk work, for which the award has been drains & made. This has one or two minor things he would like sidewalk to correct and if the Board wanted to sign it, he would contract hold it . Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to sign the contract between the Town and T.D.Sullivah & Sons as submitted by Town Counsel; Town Counsel to hold the contract until the instruments are perfected. Mr. Legro said he had the Blue Cross - Blue Shield contract which he had reviewed. There are still a Blue Cross number of items he would like to check out, but in Blue Shield order to save time he suggested that the Board authorize the Chairman to sign the contract subject to his approval. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize the Chairman to sign the Blue Cross - Blue Shield contract, subject to approval of the contract by Town Counsel. Mr. Gray reported receipt of a request from the Director of Veterans ' Services for a transfer of %5,000 to his department1:s Aid & Expenses Account. Transfer An explanation of the request was also read by Mr. Gray. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the request for a transfer of $5,000.00 from the Reserve Fund to the Veterans ' Services Aid and Expenses Account. Mr. Gray reported receipt of a bill in the amount of $911.21 from William A. Halsey, architect for the Architect 's Public Works Building. payment Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize payment, as provided for in the contract, of $911.21 to William A. Halsey. Mr. Carroll reported he had received a call today from the State Department of Public Works that the City of Cambridge has applied for permission to get an access 179 onto Route 2. He stated the State Department of Public Works does not like to go against the wishes of the Town of Lexington and the local district group would like a letter from the Board, if it is so inclined, asking that permission be denied. The Chairman asked what the ramific tions would be if the request were denied. Hobbs Brool Mr. Carroll replied the contractor could go onto Basin Lincoln Street. The Chairman said the Board could not deny access to Lincoln Street. Mr. Legnn explained the Board is not talking about denying them access. It can regulate the use and it can officially limit the trucking. Mr. Carroll said this would have to be done through the State Department of Public Works. The Chairman said if the City of Cambridge does not apply for a permit from the Board of Appeals, the Selectmen will have to take some action. Mr. Carroll reported no gravel has been removed. Mr. Mabee said if gravel is going to be removed, he would prefer t hat it be carried out Route 2. Mr. Legro explained the contractor is looking for an access from Route 2 which is a limited access highway. Mr. Cataldo pointed out the contract runs for three years. It was agreed to request the State Department of Public Works to refrain from issuing a p rmit for direct access onto Route 2 until such time as the Lexingt, n Board of Appeals has acted on the matter. Mr. Carroll reported on bids taken for the purchase of five trucks and recommended that the Board accept the bid submitted by Automotive Service Company of Arlington. Truck bids Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to accept the low bid, submitted by the Automotive Service Company, in the net amount of $4.0,793.00 Mr. Carroll said the Board had asked him to check into the cost for underground wires on Meriam Street from Massachusetts Avenue up Meriam Street. The estimated cost is $2800. He said he knew the Board wanted to go beyond the parking lot but he has not been able to get Meriam St. the estimate. He wast old it might be very expensive underground to go across the railroad tracks. He explained the wires $2800 goes just to the other side of the railroad. Mr. Cataldo said he had suggested going to Oakland Street and asked Mr. Carroll to get a figure. Mr. Carroll said Charles Cole, the architect, is interested in planning for the electric services to Alan Adams ' new building. He will call Mr. Jones of the Edison Company and arrange a meeting with Mr. Cole. Mr. Cataldo pointed out an underground installation could not be made without funds being appropriated by a vote of Town Meeting. ISO _ w C7 Mr. Carroll said he had some easement plans he would like the Board to look at the vote to authorize Town Counsel to draw up the taking orders. He stated the plans were for Lowell Street, Middleby Road and a drain easement on Middleby Road. He submitted a plan entitled "Plan of Slope Easements Middlety Road, July 21, 1966". He said he would have Middleby Rd. appraisals made, and Mr. Higgins is meeting with the people taking Order from Middleby Road tomorrow night and the people on Lowell Street Thursday night. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize Town Counsel to draw the necessary taking order for Middleby Road. Lowell St. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted taking order to authorize Town Counsel to draw the necessary taking order for Lowell Street . Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Middleby Rd. to authorize Mr. Carroll to work with Town Counsel in drain ease- the preparation of a taking order for the drain easement ment on Middleby Road. Letter was received from Frances Ryan, 35 Grant Street, stating she fell on the sidewalk on Grant Street, and hoped some action would be taken in regard Complaint to the condition of the sidewalk. Grant St. Mr. Legro, who received a copy of the letter, sidewalk said it looked to him like a request for a sidewalk and he did not believe it was a claim letter. Mr. Carroll said as he understood it, it was the dirt sidewalk on the Edison side of Grant Street. He said there is a perfectly good sidewalk on the other side of the street . The Chairman said he would advise Miss Ryan that the Board does not, at this time, contemplate construction of a sidewalk. However, it would consider it if the residents in 'the area petition for one. Lowell St. Letter was received from Richard H. Soule with widening reference to the proposed widening of Lowell Street from North Street to the Lexington-Burlington line. In reply to questions asked by Mr. Soule, Mr. Carroll stated that the street is to be closed; notices will be sent out as near two weeks in advance as possible; it is not possible to do the work after Halloween and correcting tie drainage problem is part of the construction. Letter was received from Vernon C. Page, for the Follen Follen Church, relative to a water problem in the boiler Church room of the church, caused by tree r oots in the pipes11 drainage and catch basins. 181 Mr. Carroll said he had not looked into this yet and suggest d that the h Board hold it over for the neat meeting. The Chairman read a letter from Nicholas Skopelites relative to the erection of a swimming pool at the rear of his house, 3 Shrbila Road. Mr. Carroll said Mr. Skopelites had to obtain a building permit for the pool. Mr. Irwin, Building Swimming Inspector, asked Mr. Carroll about it because the pool pool is going to be over a sewer easement on Mr. Skopelites 3 Sheila Rd property. Mr. Carroll said if this man has to have a building permit there should be something on the record. He said he wanted to make sure permission came from the Board because this could be a precedent type of thing. He said the Town does not permit anyone to erect a buildithg over a sewer easement and he was concerned if at some time the sewer might have to be dug up. He said if the Board feels this is not important, he would not object. He said he felt something might happen three years from now and the man living there then might say he had a building permit and ask the Town to put the pool back. Mr. Sheldon said this could be covered by an agreement binding future owners. Mr. Carroll suggested that the Board could give him permission to put the pool up this year on a temporary basis. Mr. Legro said he would like to look into this. The Chairman asked Mr. Carroll to work something out with Town Counsel. Mr. Skopelites, present at the meeting, said the pool is portable and can be moved at any time, and he was willing to take the financial responsibility of moving the pool any time the Town wants him to. The Chairman explained the Board was concerned because if Mr. Skopelites sold the property to another owner, there would have to be a binding agreement on him and other owners as well. Mr. Skopelites asked if he could put the pool in this year on a temporary basis. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant Mr. Nicholas Skopelites, 3 Sheila Road, permission to erect a portable swimming pool on his property on a temporary basis, Town Counsel to prepare an agreement for the protection of the Town in the event the sewer under the pool might have to be dug up at some future time. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing, Executive deliberating or voting on matters which, if made public, Session might adversely affect the public security, the financial interest of the Town, or the reputation of any person. Following discussion with Mr. Carroll and Mr. Robert Jones, of Whitman & Howard, relative to the subject of the Town of Bedford dumping into the Lexington sewer system 182 ac and with Mr. Carroll relative to the appointment of a temporary working foreman, it was voted to resume the open meeting. At 8:30 P.M. Messrs. Lewellen, Pittman, Perkins, Benoit; Maier and Burdick, Bedford Selectmen and Engineer, met with the Board. Mr. Lewellen said he had his Engineer' s report and a copy for each member of the Board. He said he did not know how much the Board would want to consider the report this evening. He said if the Board had any Bedford questions Mr. Burdick would answer them. He said he sewer imagined the Board would want to refer the report to its experts. He stated the Bedford Selectmen asked their engineer to look at it and see what he believes Bedford would need as an ultimate, forty or fifty years from now. He said there is quite a difference between this ultimate and what Bedford is delivering. The Chairman said it would be safe to say this document requires some study on Lexington' s part . Mr. Scurto, from the Badford Air Base said he was not officially representing the base, but it goes on record asking for a minimum of 1,000 gallons a minute and if it is acceptable to the Town and the MDC and the price is right, he would recommend it . Mr. Cataldo said first the Board wanted to know the requirements, and second what does Lexington do with what it is being faced with in the next two years. He said there is an existing problem and asked what is to be done about that. Mr. Lewellen replied he did not have an answer to that. The request was for the ultimate use Bedford would want to make of the sewer system and that is what he has. Mr. Cataldo asked about the peak flow now, and Mr. Carroll replied 1400 gallons a minute. Mr. Burdick said that was peak and Bedford. is not in any position at the moment to make any changes until it finds out what Lexington proposes. He said Lexington must have a plan in mind and in the meantime Bedford has no way to control its flow. Mr. Lewellen said these flows have been occurring fourteen years and the quantities have increased because the pump runs longer. The peak flows are the same. Mr. Carroll said he would take exception to that. Mr. Pittman said it has been more frequent of late. Mr. Cataldo said Lexington cannot stand two years of these flows. Mr. Sheldon asked if Mr. Carroll, given time to think this over, could give any reasonable interim answ r to the Town of Bedford. Mr. Carroll said he t h, ught there was an answer. He said it will have to be decided whether or not it will 183 be worthwhile to accomplish the answer being discussed, moneywise. Mr. Cataldo pointed out the Town of Bedford has a contract for 800 gallons and it was made clear at the last joint meeting Bedford was to come up with an answer of what to do with the immediate problem and nothing has been done in this area. Mr. Lewellen said that was correct. Mr. Mabee said the gentleman from the Air Force says his estimate of 1,000 gallons a minute was based on the size of the force main. Bedford has made a study of the entire town and come up with a figure of 3300. He asked if Mr Scurto' s estimate of 1,000 took in expansion or if the Air Force would come in later for more. Mr. Scurto replied the Air Force does not like to plan more than three years ahead but he could not see how it would exceed 1,000 gallons in the next fifty years. The Chairman said in the interim prriod Bedford could have more than 1,000 gallons coming in a minute. Mr. Burdick said it seemed to him Lexington could come up with a plan to handle what Bedford's requirements are and what Hanscom Field requirements are and what it will cost. The Chairman said Lexington could not go into this until it had Bedford' s figures but this still does not answer the question of the immediate problem. He said Mr. Cataldo' s concern is what does the Town of Lexington do in the interim period. Mr. Cataldo said the Board asked for these figures in 1964. Mr. Carroll said there are a great number of problems to be solved as to whether a study is going to be made, who will make it, the cost, etc. Mr. Cataldo said the Board could not do anything before the March Town Meeting and it would take a year to get the money and a year for construction. Mr. Lewellen said Lexington is the one with the problem and suggested putting in a larger pump. Mr.. Carroll said this goes far beyond the pump. He suggested t hat Mr. Jones, from Whitman & Howard, read the report and come back to the Board at its next meeting with what he thinks may be a way to solve the problem and how much it will cost. The Board agreed. The Chairman said the Board was in agreement to take Bedford' s report and see if it can come up with some figure and some solution. Mr. Lewellen said Lexington has the right to charge Bedford what should be charged for the services rendered. Mr. Carroll asked what would happen if Lexington dropped it down to the 800 gallons; the next long-range step is two years and Lexington cannot wait two years. He said it cannot II handle more than 800 gallons . l __ 1_84 N C1 11:y Mr. Maier asked if the pumping station was overflowing. Mr. Carroll replied it is not overflowing tonight, but overflows in periods of wet weather and there have been overflows this year. He said before the pumping station, overflows occurred ten or fifteen times a year. Mr. Cataldo said Lexington has to stop servicing its people until it builds a force main because Bedford is dumping the sewer down here. He said this is not right to Lexington' s citizens . Mr. Maier said t he problem is one of long duration and was acute four years ago. At the present time both Boards are apparently working for a good long-term solution. The Chairman said neither Board can come up with an interim solution at this meeting and the best thing is for Lexington to evaluate the report. He said if the Board has its experts evaluate t his and come in with their information then the Board can come closer to a solution rather than to discuss it this evening. He said Bedford would hear from the Lexington Board in the reasonable near future. The Bedford Board of Selectmen and Town Engineer retired at 9:00 P.M. Mr. Louis DiLuna met with the Board and stated that, Wellington due to the construction of Route 2, there is a problem of Lane Ave. people on Wellington Lane Avenue finding their way out. He said going to Boston they have to go to Waltham Street and out to Route 2. He said if the Town would accept Wellington Lane Avenue and Meadowbrook Road it would make it easier for these people. They would like the Town to accept Wellington Lane Avenue. The Chairman explained, with reference to acceptance of any street, that the people on the street first get a petition and present it to the Board. It then goes into the budget for consideration. Mr. DiLuna said this is serious for the children going to the Bowman School and Mr. Carroll had advised him to meet with the Board. Mr. Carroll submitted a plan and pointed out the areas mentioned by Mr. DiLuna. The Chairman said if Mr. DiLuna would get the necessary petition signed, at the earliest it could be considered by Town Meeting would be next March and that has to be done prior to any roads being accepted, after a public hearing and money is voted. Mr. DiLuna said he would contact Mr. Carroll, and he retired at 9:10 P.M. Mr. Lee E. Tarbox met with the Board and submitted Public the following summary of recommendations relative to signs Information in connection with the Tourist ' s Information Center: Center be- 1. Building to/named "Battle Green Information Center". 185 2. A 60" x 24" ground sign, as per sketch, be placed beside front door. 3. Arrow sign to remain near walk at base of statue. 4. A sign approximately 211 " x 12" as per sketch, be hung from tree near path to Center . 5. No change in Meriam Street signs be made at present time. 6. We suggest signs be designed by a specialist for suitability to location. (Mr. Jaquith suggests Mr. Philip Parsons) . The temporary signs that have been in use have unquestionably greatly increased the attendance at the Center. We urge the placement of these recommended permanent signs as soon as possible. Respectfully submitted, Committee Lee E. Tarbox, Chairman John J. Carroll Wilbur Jacquith Ruth Morey Charles Parks The Chairman said when the Board met with the Committee the members of the Board present did agree "Tourists ' Center" would be the most applicable name. Mr. Tarbox said tonight the committee thought Visitors ' Center would be a little better . The Chairman said the Board did feel the sign on the building was too lar;_e and that it did not fit in the overall picture. Taking item #1, the Board agreed on the name "Visitors ' Center" and the committee had no objection. In regard to item #2 the Boad a, reed on the size of 30" x �4" Mr. Cataldo was recorded in opposition to the large letters. He felt a considerable sum of money had been spent on the building and the lettering should compliment the building. He also pointed out before t he Board took any further action it would have to rescind all the votes of two weeks ago. The Chairman asked, for the sake of the record, if anyone wished to move for reconsideration of the matter of the sign. - Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to reconsider all the Board' s votes on the signs around the Visitors ' Center" . Mr. Cataldo was recorded in opposition. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to name the building "Visitors ' Center". 111 Upon motion duly m.de and seconded, it was voted to accept a sign 30" x 2L." with 5" letters to be placed he ground at the right of the door as one faces the A. D 6 building. The Chairman and Mr. Cataldo wore recorded in opposition. In regard to item #3, an arrow sign to remain near the walk at the base of the statue, the Chairman said this was not germane to the discussion at this moment. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted that a sign approximately 2L." x 12", as per sketch, be hung from the tree near the path to the Center. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to make no change in the Meriam Street signs at the present time. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted that the signs be designed by Mr. Philip Parsons. The Chairman said he would like to leave it with Mr. Gray and Mr. Carroll to contact Mr . Parsons . Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted that the committee be discharged with thanks. The committee retired at 9:45 P.M. The Chairman said he had three letters, one from Mrs . Ruth Morey, one from Mr. Aiden L. Ripley and one from Erik Lund relative to the proposed reconstruction of Reconstruc- Massachusetts Avenue particularly in front of the Munroe tion of Tavern. Mass. Ave. Mrs. Morey said Mr. Lund and Mr. Ripley were away on vacation and any decision to change Massachusetts Avenue should be waived very carefully because once it is changed it cannot be put back. She stated she was speaking for the Historical Society and there is a possibility the trees will be damaged by cutting back and a retaining wall would be necessary. She said she did not think the need for a sidewalk on that side of the street has been justified, and other people who live in the area have come here tonight because their interest has been aroused and they were not aware that in voting Chapter 90 funds for resurfacing Massachusetts Avenue there would be any change in the size of the street . The Chairman said to clear up any misunderstanding or misinformation he would try and explain what is being considered and what has been voted. Number one, the Board has the assurance of the Superintendent of Public Works that no trees in front of Munroe Tavern will be destroyed. No trees will be cut down to make way for the sidewalk. He said Mr. Carroll suggested a sidewalk cutting along the Munroe Tavern property going down to Pelham Road. He said the Board has excluded from the contract the section from Pelham Road 500 feet up to near the Wardrobe property. There is a possibility the Town can get $40,000 in Federal aid, under the Safety Program, so the work could be done at no cost to the Town. Mrs. Austin Fisher, Jr. said there is not neon for a sidewalk on that side of the street. 18 If The Chairman said there is a path that indicates 111 there has been, a fcot path. Mr. Fisher asked what recourse citizens have to get a full hearing on this so it it is not necessary it will not be done. He said they feel it is not necessary. Mrs. Irene Wardrobe sicshe thought when sidewalks were put in the abutters applied for them. The Chairman explained there is no private property involved. Mr. Carroll stated if the Board tries to improve the traffic condition on Massachusetts Avenue, the wall would have to be moved back, but this could be done without a sidewalk. Mrs. Wardrobe asked w$yit is a hazard to have the wall there and Mr. Wardrobe said he would lose four trees when the sidewalk is put in. Mr. Carroll emphasized that Mr. Wardrobe would not lose any trees at all. Mr. Henry Mascarello, Precinct Six, asked, with reference to Mr. Fisher, if there could be some kind of a hearing, an opportunity to hear more people. The Chairman said he would say this is as close to a hearing as one would get. He said there are present interested citizens as abutters and some not abutters and explained that legally the Boa2d does not have to have a I/ hearing on anything such as this. If a tree is going to be taken down, there would have to be a hearing at the tree. He said he was talking about the right-hand side of the street . Mrs. Fisher said she could not see a traffic problem there. Mrs. Harvell also spoke in opposition. Mr. Fisher, Sr. was opposed. One individual present said she was an abutter and would be interested in seeing the trees maintained or replaced in a similar size. The Chairman said the Town does have a program of replacing trees around Town. Mr. Carroll pointed out the Town could not replace an 8t tree. The Chairman said the decision for the sidewalk has not been made. The decision has been made to leave out of the Chapter 90 project 500 feet north of Pelham Road. This will not be in the contract. He said the Board would explore what it understands will be a good chance to get $40,000. He said the Board has not taken a vote on the sidewalk. Mr. Fisher asked to be notified of any further discussion on the sidewalk. Mrs. Morey said the plans were submitted to the Selectmen at its last meeting a three-man Board. She did not think any of the people have seen those plans and she did not think any action should be taken on anything such as this without a hearing. She said if the lett,rs were not written to the paper no one wculd have known about this. 188 cso The Chairman explained that for years the Board of Selectmen has put in sidewalks and has put in roads without hearings . Mr. Cataldo said everyone is creating a problem that does not exist. The Board of Selectmen does not want to ruin that area any more than anyone else does. Before anything is done on that curve there will be a landscape plan, but this is quite a way off. He said the Board should not get into the design of that curve at this time, but once there is a design it should be discussed. He stated there will be nothing done in that section as of right now, at least for a year. He said the people could be assured they will be notified of the plans and the release in the press created a lot of problems that do not exist. Mr. Carroll asked if the trees on Mr. Fisher' s side of the street were to be included in the contract. He said a public hearing would have to be held. If there is objection at the time of the hearing the Board can make a decision or the Board can decide tonight whether it wants the trees taken down or not. He explained the width of the avenue now is 36' and the width below it is 401 . There are two trees involved. The Chairman said this is something the Board should consider, whether it makes Massachusetts Avenue 4.0' wide or not. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted not to construct a sidewalk between Percy Road and the Wardrobe property, but to include in the contract paving and curbing only at this time from Percy Road to the Wardrobe property and also to include in the contract removal of the two trees to widen Massachusetts Avenue in the area of the Fisher property. At 10:20 P.M. the Planning Board met with the Selectmen. Mr. Campbell, Chairman, said the Planning Board did not know if the Selectmen discussed Hobbs Brook Basin or not . Hobbs The Chairman advised that the Board had previously. Brook Mr. Campbell read a letter from the Planning Board to Commissioner Ribbs, Department of Public Works, dated July 25, 1966 relative to the r eport of the Department of Natural Resources submitted to the Department of Public Works on July 12, 1966 regarding the design of the Route 2 Watertown Street interchange. The Chairman said this letter was almost a duplicate of one the Selectmen sent to the Department of Natural Resources. The Board of Selectmen had no objection to the letter as read by Mr. Campbell. The Chairman referred to a copy of a letter, dated July 12, 1966 from Commissioner Charles H.W.Foster, Department of Natural Resources to Commissioner Edward J. Ribbs, 189 Department of Public Works, relative to the interchange Route 2 proposed for Route 2. A co y of the letter had been mailed to each member of the Board. The Chairman read Article 96 as voted at the adjourned session of the Annual Town Meeting on March 31, 1966 as follows: "To raise and appropriate the sum of $1,000.00 for a bioengineering study of the Old Reservoir off Marrett Road in order to determine its suitability for swimming, multiple use recreation, and as a natural science park. " The Chairman said he assumed at this point the Board Vote on of Selectmen could exercise its right to implement it . Old Reser- He state the e w s some work done on this under the voir Conservation commission ane in view of the vote iself, it would be his opinion that the Recreation Committee might be the proper one to have the survey made. That committee could refer to the Conservation Commission to see what had been done. He said it would seem to him it would be the right thing for the Board to instruct the Recreation Committee to check with the Conservation Commission on information it has and then proceed with the bioengineering study. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to instruct the Recreation committee to check with he Conserve- I/ tion Commission and then proceed with the bioengineering study. The Planning Board and Mr. Carroll retired at 10:40 P.M. Letter dated July 11, 1966, was received from Joel J. Alpert, Harvard Medical School, 83 Francis Street, Boston, relative to fencing swimming pools . A copy of the letter was sent to each member of the Board. The Chairman was authorized to answer the letter in the nature of fact. Copy of letter, dated July 13, 1966, received by Mr. Jules P. Sussman from the Town of Winchester regarding Whipple Whipple Hill was received and copies mailed to each Hill member of the Board. The Board had no comment at this time . Letter was received, dated July 10, 1966, from Jules p. Sussman enclosing regulations to be followed by all Conserve - appraisers of conservation land. tion Mr. Gray explained these are requirements set by appraisal the Federal Government as far as Federal aid is concerned regulations and is a matter of information. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to 11 certify the character of Walter L. Smart, 326 Waltham Cert. of Street, who has applied for a Certificate of Incorporation, Inc. satisfactory references having been received from the Chief of Police. 190 ar Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to certify the character of Sheldon R. Ro4n, 37 Peacock Farm Cert. of Road, who has applied for a Certificate of Incorporation, Inc. satisfactory references having been received from the Chief of Police . Letter was received from the Historic Districts Hist . Dist. Commission advising that a hearing has been scheduled for Hearing Thursday, August 4, 1966 at 8: 00 P.M. on the Boardls applications for Certificates of Appropriateness. The Chairman asked Mr. Gray and Mr. Carroll to attend the hearing, Upon motion duly made and. seconded, it was voted to adopt the following changes in procedure for Selectmen' s meetings agenda: To: Board of Selectmen From: Executive Assistant Subject: Changes in procedure for agenda There are several itemsthat the Board ha h Boa d now considers each meeting on the agenda that I feel are of a routine administrative nature. I would like to suggest that the Board delegate the authority to the Executive Assistant to handle these matters, without 11them appearing on the agenda and taking time from the Board that should be devoted to matters of far greater importance. 1. If the Board approves of the standards set for the issuance of taxi driver licenses, that I be granted the authority to approve them with the approval of the Chief of Police, 2. That the use of Cary Memorial Building be taken care of by myself and Miss Murray, subject to the rules and regulations approved by the Board. Any request that is of an unusual nature would be brought before the Board. 3. That the approval to move a building be handled by me, subject to the approval of the Chief of Police and Superintendent of Public Works. Any move through Lexington Center , however, is to be brought to the Board. 4. That routine requests for sewers, water, sidewalks and streets be automatically referred to the Super- intendent of Public Works without appearing on the agenda. Individuals making request to be notified by mail of the receipt of the request. 191 5. Issuance of dump permits for those vehicles garaged outside of Lexington be handled by me, subjectto the regulations adopted by the Board. 6. Common Victualler Licenses . I feel that if the above is approved by the Board, it will reduce the number of routine items on the agenda so the Board may have more time for policy discussions. Approved July 25, 1966 Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant permission to the Lexington Lions Club to hold its annual 4th of July Carnival at the Center Playground Permit on July 2, 3 and L , 1967. Upon motion dily made and seconded, it wa voted to grant permission to the Stanley Hill Post No. 38, Inc. , American Legion to operate amusement rides and re- Permit freshment booths at the Country Fair, September t , 1966 from 1: 00 P.M. until 11 00 P.M. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant permission to the Stanley Hill Post No. 38 Inc., Use of hal. American Legion to use Cary Memorial Hall on Sunday, September 15, 1966 from 3:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. ' Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant permission to the Lexington Choral Society to Use of 1171 use Cary Memorial Hall on November 19 and 20, 1966 and May 20 and 21, 1967. Letter was received from the City of Boston Cab Public Association with reference to Chapter 273, Acts of 1966 Carriages requiring certain markings on taxicabs. It was agreed to send a copy of the letter to the holders of Public Carriage Licenses. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize the Chairman to sign Liquor Identification I.D. cards for Marc J. Scribner, Charlotte Donaldson and Bartlett F. Murphy. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant a Taxi Driver License to Colin H. Morris, 25 Fletcher Avenue, Lexington. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to sign the following sidewalk construction orders: Berwick Road on the easterly side at No. 9; Lowell Street on the westerly side line from North Sidewalk Street a distance a 1533.69 feet northerly; Middleby Orders Road on the westerly side from Lincoln Street a distance of 2080 feet, more or less, to Outlook Drive. 192 The Chairman read a letter from Mr. Irwin, Building Inspector, dated July 114, 1966, relative to atpointment of a substitute Plumbing• and Gas Inspector. Substitute Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to Inspector appoint Mr. Donald Byrne substitute Plumbing and Gas Inspector for the period of Mr. John Byrne ' s vacation from August 1, 1966 through August 12, 1966. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the minu,.es of the Selectmen' s Meeting held on July 11, 1966. The Chairman said it has come to his attention Regulations that the rules and regulations governing the Hawkers and Hawkers & Peddlers specifies the hours from 11:00 A.M. and 5:00 P.M. Peddlers He said thik affects the ice cream vendors and it seemed to him this was somewhat of a hardship. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to amend the Rules and Regulations for Hawkers and Peddlers, adopted September 12, 19149 by changing the distance in item 3. from 250 yards to 50 yards; by changing the distance in item 14. from 250 yards to 50 yards; by changing the time in item 6. from 5 00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. The Chairman read a letter fram the Town Treasurer advising that it is necessary to borrow $800,000.00 in anticipa tion of taxes and listing the bids received. Borrowing Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the following three low bids Lexington Trust Company $300,000.00 g 3.72% New England Merchants 1400,000.00 g 3.75% National Bank of Boston Boston Safe Deposit and Trust Company 100,000.00 g 3.78% Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 11:20 P.M. A true record, Attest : ecu ive lerk Select 19a ` SELECTMEN'S MEETING August 1, 1966 A Special Meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Selectmen' s Room, Town Office Building, on Monday, August 1, 1966, at 7:30 P.M. Chairman Cole, Messrs. Burnell, Cataldo and Sheldon were present. The Acting Cltrk was also present. Members of the School Committee, Chairman Viano, Messrs. Fisher and Farwell, and Mrs. Clarke, met with the Board. Thle Chairman reported that Mrs. Irving H. Mabee had called to inform him of Mr. Mabee' s illness and stated that Mr. Mabee said he would go along with the School Committee if they were unanimous in their vote. The Chairman stated that the meeting was called for the purpose of electing a member of the School Committee to replace Mrs. Charlotte Lichterman who had resigned. He stated that the normal procedure is by ballot, and declared that nominations were in order for filling the vacancy. Appointment Mr. Cataldo proposed Mr. Logan Clarke. Mr. Fisher nominated Nancy Hudson. There were no other nominations. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted that nominations be closed. Mr. Fisher stated he would like to make a few comments. He said they had two other condidates with more background and they had tried to come close to matching the person resigning and looking for someone not seeking the office. He said they felt they should be the first to tell Logan but as a replacement for Mrs . Lichterman, they needed a different kind of balance. The two candidates they had in mind were Rosemary Fitzgerald and Arthur Bryson. They were trying to do it in a constructive way. The Chairman stated he felt it would be safe to say it was without prejudice to anyone; they were all good people. Upon motion duly made and seconded, the Acting Clerk was appointed Teller. The members of the Board of Selectmen and the School Committee proceeded with the election by ballots which were collected and counted by the Teller. There were five votes for Logan Clarke and three votes for Nancy Hudson. The Chairman declared that Mr. Logan Clarke had been duly elected a member of the School Committee to serve until the Annual Town Election in March, 1967. CI Reference was made to the resignation of Karl Nyren, Director, Cary Memorial Library, and Mrs. Clarke stated they had advertised in the Library Journal. She stated that Mr. Nyren had some names he would like to propose. However they want a list with qualifications. She said things were in good condition, the staff is up to par, and they have a personnel policy. She felt the Assistant Director could carry on, that they did not want to be hasty, would take their time and get a good man. The School Committee betired at 7:45 P.M. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing, Executive deliberating or voting on matters which, if made public, Session might adversely affect the public security, the financial Following discussion relative to property on Cedar Street and matters pertaining to the Conservation Com- mission, it was voted to resume the open meeting. Mr. Sheldon reported he had just returned from the West and he was greatly impressed with the Perks. He stated they are beautiful; have hot and cold water, toilet facilities, gas stoves and everything else, in a winderness. He stated he was not advocating thitC4 but it madehim wonder if having Willards Woods, could it be made more attractive, whether people would want this. Out West it is the thing, pick cking. There are literally hundreds doing this and having fun. Mr. Burnell stated Willards Woods is a great potential area, but there is not enough money in the Recreation budget. There are a few fireplaces which are insufficient and this is about all they can put in there. He felt some money should be spent in this area that it could be used by all ages. The Chairman stated this should be given consideration and taken up with the Recreation Department. He felt it was worth looking into. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 7:58 P.M. A true record, Attest: dieting Clerk, Selectmen * interest of the Town or the reputatinn of any person. 4 Y� , 19i SELECTMEN'S MEETING August 8, 1966 A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Selectmen' s Room, Town Office Building, on Monday, August 8, 1966, at 7:30 P.M. Chairman Cole, Messrs. Burnell, Cataldo, Sheldon and Mabee were present. Mr. Gray, Executive Assistant, Mr. Legro, Town Counsel, and the Acting Clerk were also present. At the request of Miss McDonough, Town Clerk , four jurors were drawn as follows : Jurors Alfred I. Simon, 14 Hickory Street Philip P. Spenser, 65 Cary Avenue Charles E. Hill, 159 Burlington Street Roland A. Forgue, 12 Lawrence Lane At 7:30 P.M. , hearing was declared open upon the petition of the Boston Edison Company and the New England Telephone and Telegraph Company for permission to locate one pole in Paul Revere Road. Notices of the hearing were mailed to the petitioners, owners of the property as listed on the petitioners' plan, and also filed with the Superintendent of Public Works. Mr. Russell A. Pratt, Boston Edison Company, and Pole Mr. Cooley, New England Telephone and Telegraph Company, location were the only persons present at the hearing. Mr. Pratt explained the pole is to close the gap and decrease the span between the poles between Paul Revere Road and Greenwood Street. Mr. Cooley spoke in favor, and no one appeared in opposition. Hearing was declared closed. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the petition and sign the order for the follow- ing pole location: Paul Revere Road, southerly side, opposite Greenwood Street, -- One pole. Hearing was declared open upon the petttion of the Boston Edison Company and the New England Telephone and Telegraph Company for permission to locate one pole on Cambridge-Concord Highway. 1 196 3 N n Notices of the hearing were mailed to the petitioners, owners of the property as listed on the petitionerst plan, Pole and also filed with the Superintendent of Public Works. location Mr. Pratt explained this is a temporary pole during the reconstruction of the Cambridge-Concord Highway. Mr. Cooley spoke in favor, and no one appeared in opposition. The hearing was declared closed, and upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the peti- tion and sign the order for the following pole location: Cambridge-Concord Highway, northeasterly side, approxi- mately 185 feet southeast of Lawn Avenue, -- One (1) pole. Mr. Legro reported that he had another petition for a temporary pole at the Moreland Avenue School site. He stated beginning with this one, any others will go back to the Boston Edison Company. He stated these petitions are the province of the Board of Selectmen. Pole He said a vote was made, subject to this approval, at location the Selectmen' s meeting of July 11, and in case the Board hears anything about it, he has talked with Mr. Gula of the Boston Edison Company and given verbal author- ization for installation of the poles and they are waiting for the papers. The School Superintendent will forward them tomorrow to the Boston Edison Company. Mr. Pratt stated these were poles on private property. Messrs. Pratt & Cooley retired at 7:14.3 P.M. Mr. Legro referred to the Blue Cross-Blue Shield contracts which he felt should be checked in the Selectmen ' s Blue-Cross- Office. There have been substantial changes made by the Blue Shield Blue Cross, and he felt they should borne back to the Board. They are all right as to form, but are not approved as to the contents. Mr. Gray has checked with Miss McDonough, Town Clerk, and the changes are due to Medicare. Mr. Legro stated this is all right, but they have made other changes which need comparison with the other contracts. Mr. Gray was authorized to check these contracts and send them in when approved. Mr. Legro referred to Hobbs Brook Basin and stated there is a restraining order issued restraining the defendants, DeMatteo, the Water Department of the City of Cambridge, from carrying on business in the Town of Lexington by excavating, 197 stripping soil and selling it. The Judge refused to make a blanket order against removing soil on the question whether the City of Cambridge had the right to eni1rge or expand. Mr. Sheldon stated they are prevented from selling Hobbs gravel but he presumed they could take it out and give Brook it away. Reservoir Mr. Legro stated he was not sure of the position it leaves the Town in at the present time. The final form was handled by the counsel for DeMatteo, and, he presumed they will continue to remove it. There is an existing contract between the City of Cambridge and DeMatteo for thisaselling of gravel. Mr. Mabee stated there was no approach to the Board of Appeals. Mr. Legro stated from the beginning, he has asked for their legislative basis for the right, and it never came to court. He stated he doubts if it exists, as it could be produced if it did, but the court would not issue an order. The Chairman stated everything is being done to protect the Town, and all the Board can say is that it has been placed in the hands of Town Counsel. Mr. Legro stated there would be a hearing on August 18, based on this order. The Chairman inquired if at that time would the City of Cambridge be asked to bring a statute to cover this. Mr. Legro stated that he would ask that they produce this. This is just a temporary restraining order. They are taking out eighteen truckloads per hour, 7100 cubic yards per day. We have the temporary order authorizing them to remove 5,000 cubic yards per day. The Chairman stated the Town is taking the only course open to it. Mr. Legro stated he would want to consider as to how they proceed and the quantity they are removing and pro- ceed accordingly. The Chairman stated the problem has been given to Town Counsel and he will tin the steps necessary to protect the Town' s interest within reason. Mr. Gray reported he had a letter from Mr. Conroy on behalf of Mr. Melbye, James Street, for lots 1 and 2 James Street, Lot 57 on the Assessors ' map, containing an acre. Tax title He stated the Board had previously been offered $150 James Strad to $200 for these lots, and had turned them down. The Planning Board has no objection to them being sold. Mr. Melbye has not made any offer. Mr. Sheldon suggested that the Board advertise again. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted that the Board advertise these lots again. 198 The Chairman read Memorandum of Agreement, Common- wealth of Massachusetts, Department of Public Works, for Chapter 90 Chapter 90 work on Waltham Street. Agreement Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to sign both copies of the Memorandum of Agreement for Chapter 90 work on Waltham Street, 2255 feet. Both copies were checked by Mr. Legro. The Chairman read a letter from Mrs. H. Kelvin Magill, 5 Cedarwood Terrace, signifying her willingness to accept Award of the award of damages of $100 offered for the easement damages through her property. The letter was referred to Town Counsel who stated he would prepare a confirmatory deed. Letter from the Lexington Chamber of Commerce rela- tive to the opening time for Visitors' Center on Sundays was read by the Chairman. Vizitors' Mr. Sheldon asked if the Chamber of Commerce was Center in favor of keeping the building open. Mr. Burnell asked what time. Mr. Sheldon suggested trying it for the balance of the summer. Upon motion duly made andseconded, it was voted to have the Visitors' Center open on Sundays from 10:00 A.M. until 5:00 F.M. The Chairman read a letter from James B. Catalano, 643 Waltham Strat, relative to the condition of the barn Complaint located at 673 Waltham Street. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to refer this letter to Mr. Irwin, Building Inspector, and ask for his report. Notice from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Department of Public Utilities, relative to an investi- gation to be held regarding the regulations, practices, DPU Hearing equipment, appliances or service of the New England Telephone and Telegraph Company. A hearing will be held by the DPU in its hearing room, 100 Cambridge Street, Boston, Mass. , 12th floor, on Wednesday and Thursday, August 10 and 11, 1966, at 10:00 A.M. This notice was referred to Mr. Gray, Executive Assistant. The Chairman read a letter from the Commonwealth Hobbs Brook of Massachusetts, Department of Public Works , relative Reservoir to the request of the City of Cambridge for permit to Permit gain direct access onto Route 2 in conjunction with their intention to widen and deepen the Hobbs Brook Reservoir. 199 The letter informed the Board that the Board of Commissioners, at their meeting held on August 2, 1966, voted to grant this permit to the City of Cambridge. The Clerk was instructed to place the letter on file. Applications for Certificates of Incorporation were received from the Secretary of State. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Certs. of to sign the Certificates on behalf of the following Inc. individuals, satisfactory character references having been received from the Chief of Police. Harry A. Hall, III, 10 Patriots Drive Samuel McKrensky, 11 Ballard Terrace Priscilla Pennock, 7 Hill Street Hugh M. Chapin, 3 Juniper Place Bernard Bruce, 11 Chase Avenue The application on behalf of Richard L. Jenkins, 286 Bedford Street, was returned to Mr. Kevin White' s office as the Board was informed by the Police Depart- Cert. of ment that this individual now resides in Natick, Massa- Inc. chusetts. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize the Chairman to sign Liquor Purchase Identi- I. D. Card fication Card on behalf of Marlene Fraser Catron, 300 Woburn Street. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant John D. Brucchi, 63 Paul Revere Road, an Lffiaehse Auctioneer' s License. Upon motion duly y made and seconded, it was voted to approve Selectmen' s a the minutes of the Selectmen s Meetings Minutes held on July 25, 1966 and August 1, 1966, as amended. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to appoint Election Officers for 1966 - 1967, terms expiring September 1, 1967: Election Officers ELECTION OFFICERS 1966 - 1967 R Ilda J. Field R Agnes Heimlich 30 Chase Avenue 796 Massachusetts Avenue D Helen L. Perry R Marjorie E. Wirpio 16 Ellison Road 22 Bartlett Avenue I 200 G7 ELECTION OFFICERS 1966 - 1967 (CONT'D.) D Michael Lovezzola R Alice G. Marshall 242 Waltham Street 9 Independence Avenue R Mary E. Clifford R Helene L. Ignico 54 Chase Avenue 18 Outlook Drive D John McDonough R Sally S. Hooper 54 Woburn Street 282 Bedford Street D Randall W. Richards R Edna R. Anderson 67 Farmcrest Avenue 21 Leonard Road D Mary G. Oliver D Eileen J. Fradette 610 Waltham Street 35 Grapevine Avenue D Elizabeth F. Downey D Joseph O. Rooney 1 Stimson Avenue 51 Grant Street D Henry F. Meade R Dolores M. Swan 6 Raymond Street 24 Bedford Street R Nellie I. Batstone D Mary J. Ferry 49 Bartlett Avenue 50 Downing Road R Ida B. Fiske D Margaret M. Hartery 10 Spencer Street 12 Cary Avenue R Florence M. Boone D Mary A. Spellman 112 Bedford Street 24 Shirley Street D Marjorie Modoono R Mary G. McCauley 285 Woburn Street 75 Spring Street The Chairman read application from Christopher Cady, 41 Grant Street, for thtiuse of Cary Hall for a Use of dance on August 12, 1966. Cary Hall Mr. Cady had been requested to attend the meeting this evening with his sponsor to discuss the application, but as no one appeared, the Board unanimously voted to deny the application pending further information. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Executive togointo Executive Session for the purpose of discussing, Session deliberating or voting on matters which, if made public, might adversely affect the public security, the financial interest of the Town, or the reputation of any person. 2 t. Following discussion of property on Hartwell Avenue, property of Lloyd on Cedar Street, status of Mr Cummings' house, Robert' s property on 128, it was moved to resume the open meeting. The Town Report Committee, Messrs. Zehner, Chairman, Baylies, Mitchell and Mrs. Hudson, met with the Board at 8:35 P.M. Mr. Zehner stated the Committee understood its re- sponsibility was to study the Town Report and report back to the Board; then to carry on the responsibility of getting it out, and to bring into focus all the program. First of all, define the purpose and determine our ordinances; three points of ordinances and three points of purposes; 1) To use the Annual Report for Historical references and Statistical purposes 2) Town Meeting Members; 3) Co-operative report informing its stockholders and their annual report as to current purposes and problems. If we don't capitalize for communication, it loses its potential. We propose to combine these in one publication. A) Photos, charts and tables ; B) dull titninteresting part. Part A would be negative; In this part we would like to use many photographs. In the Health Department, I would like to see them use a copy of the Tombstone showing the passing in a week of a family with smallpox; Police Department, names of a few of them. The Public would like to have this information. Interfaith Meetings, photos of new buildings, photos of each committee, the Board of 1946 with the current Board, twenty years later. He stated they would pin down theresponsibility for writing the material. The report will be essentially the same but more attractive. As to cost, the only basis on which it could be held in line would be to shift to an offset job. He stated he had figures from Spaulding-Moss. A 480-page booklet printed upon folded paper, the actual process of the printing only, assuming all the typing has been done, for $1,896. 1,000 copies of A and 400 copies of B. They were careful to point out it was a budget estimate, but it is within the range of $2,000. If two colors are used on the cover, thre will be an additional charge of $45.00, $4.50 for each chart. This price is possi- ble only because of the shift to offset. It doesn' t include typing or retyping. $3300 was the appropriation last year, of which $607 is unexpended. This could be used to do typing and hiring a typewriter, and the staff could do this; probably involves hiring outside help. The problem is to process material and get it typed, the Comptroller' s balance sheet and expenses by January 5. He stated he has checked with Mr. Perry. He said they had a good committee and they would do a good job, a credit to the Town. The size of the book is unresolved, whether it would be 6" x 9" or 8-12" x 11", but he would assume the responsibility of this as Chairman. 202 ac CI Both sides will give their best to give the Town a favorable report, and he would check with the Board again to see which size to use. The committee had thought about segregating A & B and separate A, which would be distributed to more people. $14. 40 for each 100 copies if 6" x 9" and $24.00 for 100 if 81" x 11" . Mr. Gray stated a copy would be delivered to each family in Lexington. Mr. Burnell asked if the Town was obligated to mail each home a copy, and the answer was in the negative. Mr. Zehner stated the report is going to be subtle to make it positive that Lexington is a nice place in which to live. Mr. Sheldon stated he liked the idea very much. The A part can be done as indicated. The TMMA wants the B part. He stated he would be happy to read the A and forget the B. Mr. Burnell stated this would be available March 1, 8 or 15. Mr. Zehner stated this may be too hopeful, but in the committee' s relations with Mr. Perry, it found him to be most cooperative. The Chairman stated every department comes up with statistical information and asked Mr. Zehner what he would like from the Board tonight. , Mr. Zehner asked if the Board accepted the pro ram as it was outlined, and Mr. Sheldon stated he was very much in favor of it and suggested that the Board try it for one year for it can be changed or continued. Mr. Mabee said he was very much in favor of it as well, and Mr Cataldo stated there was no question in his mind, and asked about extra copies. The Chairman asked the cost of laying this out. Mr. Zehner stated again they would have to have someone to do the typing, and the Chairman said there would be the Cental of the typewriter. Mr. Gray said the cost could come out of the appropri- ation foto the report. The Chairman stated the Board would leave the matter up to the committee, that there is $600 left in the account, and asked for Mr. Legro' s opinion if this could be used. Mr. Legro said he could not answer that question. Mr. Cataldo stated he would not authorize any money until the committee comes back again. The Chairman stated if we could use this money, we would have to akk for another transfer, and Mr. Cataldo replied that today we do not know what we need. Mr. Zehner reported this is a progress report, and the committee would be cack in September or rearly October. He asked for the Board's thinking on Part A, 1,000 copies of A and 400 copies of B, $1,896. 2WI Mr. Sheldon suggested that the committee come back and give the Board an estimate and tell what it will cost. Mr. Zehner asked if the committee went to 81/2" x 11" , did the Board want to review this. The Chairman stated the Board would look forward to seeing the committee in September. The Town Report Committee retired at 8:50 P.M. Messrs . Noyes, Peckham, Gary, Kenney, York and Mrs. Souza of the Appropriation Committee, and Mr. Sussman, Chairman of the Conservation Commission, met with the Board. Mr Sussman stated some of the items pertain to certain land upon which information is best kept in Executive Session with just the Boards present. The Chairman stated the Board would like just the items which would be in open meeting. Mr. Sussman stated recently the Department of Natural Resources had changed its regulations regarding appraisals. He stated Opinions of Value are less expensive than ap- praisals, which vary. Now, the Department states it wants two appraisals with each application and it will not con- sider any application complete without. In addition, the Department of Housing and Urban Development requires legal boundaries to be submitted. In 1965 when the Conservation Commission approached the Appropriation Committee, which was its first business, it asked for money for appraisals and it was told that the only funded source should be used through the Town and that was the Option Fund. He stated Swenson' s farm went along with an application which was an Opinion of Value--perhaps because it was open space. He stated on the land of the Trinity Covenant Church an Opinion of Value from Mr. Berglund was tendered to the Church and Hunneman & Company. The Department could go ahead with the purchase at the present time. this is the last parcel they would honor. On the West Farm, Mr. Sussman stated they had an Opinion of Value from Mr. Berglund and one other had been made, and as soon as the Planning Board, subject to the review of the Engineering Department , completes the boundaries of the tit Farm, he would be able to obtain a letter of counsel from the Federal Government. He hoped he would be able to get 50% back, after the letter of counsel. The Department of Natural Resources will not consider the West Farm. He stated that the Rosetti land, Whipple Hill land, DeCarlo, Red Coat, Pihli land, which is off Hathaway Road, all require full legal boundaries otherwise the De- partment of Housing and Urban Development will not consider the applications. A lengthy discussion followed on the amounts needed for appraisals on the properties. -of Natural Resources passed on this , and the Commission 204 CAD N4 CI In speaking of the Pih .L land, it was felt that the price should be lower, and Mr Cataldo stated the parcel is not worth $3,000. The Town would have to make a taking, so why take it for Conservation. Mr. Sussman asked why the Town would forego the reimbursement . Mr. Cataldo stated he was opposed toiaking any more land for Conservation purposes , be realistic. He stated he couldn' t see an inflated figure. Mr. Bussman replied that he didn't feel they would agree to purchase land which they felt to be an inflated figure just because reimbursement was available. The Chairman asked the Appropriation Committee, as- suming the Board of Selectmen made a request of $2700 to the Fund, would they see any problems with that. Mr. Noyes asked how much was in the fund, and the reply was $1850. He stated that there is an account for which there wee no commitments and felt they should come back later when the funds are gone and then ask for a transfer. Mr. Sheldon stated the Board should see how much of this $1800 is needed, and felt these appraisals should be made now. Mr. Noyes stated the Board should decide what it wants to do and submit it to the Appropriation Committee. Mr. Sussman stated the main question is the avail- ability of funds, and the Chairman asked what amount was requested for the transfer. Mr. Legro stated he had not seen any options except the West property, and stated that the Town Comptroller had to decideckthey raise questions which the Comptroller would like to decide, and he would ask the Appropriation Committee in and the Comptroller should be here. Mr. Gray is to check with Mr. Perry tomorrow and if the Comptroller wishes, to consult with TBwn Counsel. The Chairman stated there are three items. $500 for the West property; $800 for Rosetti and $800 for Hamilton. Later in the evening, the Chairman asked for a vote of the Board. It was a tie vote, and as Mr. Mabee had retired earlier, it was decided to defer action until the next meeting of the Board. Mr. Carroll reported on bids tor grading the play- ground at the Harrington School, and suggested awarding the contract to the James W. Flett Company, Inc. , the Contract low bidder, in the amount of $4.,190.00. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to award the contract for grading the playground at the Harrington School to James W. Flett Company, Inc. , the low bidder, in the amount of $4.,190.00. 205 Mr. Legro stated the contract lacks insurance certificates, corrections that could be made and sub- mitted to the contractor for approval. In view of the two weeks, interim period between now and the next meeting, he suggested that the Board sign the contract tonight. All copies were taken by Mr. Legro. The Chairman read a letter from Vernon C. Page, on behalf of the Follen Church, with regard to a water problem, which was held over from the last meeting at Water the request of Mr. Carroll. problem Mr. Carroll stated that he had talked with Mr. Pollen Page about the problem and they will resolve it. Church Mr. Carroll stated on the problem of the Town of Bedford, he hoped the Board had the report from Whitman & Howard, and in his report, he answers the question of Mr. Sheldon as to what the interim solutions to the problems might be. 1) No new additions to the Bedford System. During the week the Town of Bedford awarded Bedford a $97,000 School contract. It is tremendously important. sewer If they continue to add to their system, the problem will be aggravated. 2) We request the MDC to enforce their Town of Bedford Agreement - that no additions be made to the system outside the MDC area. Reduce the infiltration Mr. Carroll stated he would like to have the Board consider the first two points. No additions to the Bedford sewer system. It is important, and the Board should make every effort not to add to their system in any way whatever. He thought the Board could do business with the Town of Bedford and should contact Mr. Sulesky; again strongly urge him that Bedford should not put any sewers outside the sewer area. He also felt the Board should get publicity, as much as possible, in the Bedford paper. Mr. Burnell asked if the Board knew if the area within the Agreement has been built and the reply was, two-thirds of it. Mr. Cataldo asked how the contract could be cancelled. Mr. Legro stated that woald be a matter for Executive Session. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing, deliberating or voting on matters which, if made public, might adversely affect the public security, the financial Executive interest of the Town, or the reputation of any person. Session After further discussion of the sewer problem with the Town of Bedford, it was voted to resume the open meeting at 10:50 P.M. I/ 206 C4 n The Chairman read a letter from Commissioner Hibbs, 11Deprtment of Public Works, relative to the proposed Meeting - interchange at Watertown Street and Route 2 in Lexington. Route 2 & A meeting is to be held in Commissioner Hibbs, office on Watertown Tuesday, August 16, at 2:30 P.M. Street The Chairman stated he would like a member of the Board to go in with him, and suggested Mr. Cataldo and possibly Mr. Zaleski of the Planning Board. The Clerk was instructed to confirm the meeting. Mr. Carroll referred to an easement on Winter Street. Bedford Street up to the Winter Street trunk sewer . He stated that the owners had all be contacted and were Easement - in agreement. Mr. Carroll presented the plan and showed Winter St. the location to the Board. He explained this is the trunk sewer that was authorized by the Annual Town Meeting. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to proceed as outlined by Mr. Carroll. Mr. Carroll stated he would like the Board to authorize him to have slope easements drawn from Lot 9, Easements - JohpiAZadoorian, and Lot 10, Mark Moore. This would Grant St. complete all easements on Grant Street for sidewalks. sidewalk Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize Mr. Carroll to have easements drawn up as he proposed. Mr. Carroll briefly referred to construction of the trunk sewer from Emerson Road to Burlington Street, Easements and easements that would be required. Mr. Higgins is to meet with the owners Wednesday night . Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to proceed as outlined by Mr. Carroll. Mr. Carroll stated he would like to see the State tomorrow on the North Street Trunk Sewer. The Board had no objection. Mr. Carroll reported on a meeting of the Traffic Traffic Committee. He stated there is money in the budget lights to put in Traffic lights at Massachusetts Avenue and Worthen Road. They have looked this over very care- fully with the State. They would like to reverse the "Stop" sign on Massachusetts Avenue and they think itis worth doing. They will try it on a 30 days' basis. He stated he had advertised. The traffic volume is getting larger on Massachusetts Avenue. He said they also feel there should be directional signs and that is a problem. Mr. Carroll would like to put signs signifying "Battle Green" and "Concord" . 0 207 Mr. Carroll reported on a request for a "Stop" sign at the intersection of Lillian and Anthony Roads. He Stop sign stated the visibility was good and the traffic flow was low. He stated he would not request the State to grant this. He reported that the Boston Globe had called about this. The Board was in agreement. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 11:00 F.M. A true record, Attest: cae-f e-4,--r /7f Act' g Clerk, Selectmen r L 208LIC C' SELECTMEN'S MEETING August 15, 1966 A special meeting of the Board of S lectmen was held in the Selectmen' s Room, Town Office Building, on Monday, August 15, 1966, at 7:30 P.M. Chairman Cole, Messrs. Burnell, Cataldo, Sheldon and Mabee were present. Mr. Gray, Executive Assistant, and Miss Murray, Executive Clerk, were also present. The Chairman read a letter from Miss Mary R. McDonough, Town Treasurer, relative to borrowing $325,000.00 Loan Public Works Building Loan, to which was attached a list of the bids received. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the bid of 4.20% at 100.3 1 submitted by the State Street Bank and Trust Company. The Chairman read a letter from Miss Mary R. McDonough, Town Treasurer, to which was attached Note #3410 for $3,000.00 Public Works Building Loan dated August 15, 1966, with interest at the rate of 4.20% payable to the New England Merchants National Bank of Boston. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was unanimously voted that the sale of $325,000.00 4.20 per cent Public Works Building Bonds (Nos. 1 to 65) of the Town dated August 15, 1966, payable August 15, $35,000.00 in 1967 to 1971 and $30,000.00 in 1972 to State Street Bank and Trust Company at the price of 100. 301 and accrued interest is hereby confirmed. The Chairman read a letter from the Mystic Valley Gas Company requesting permission to locate a 4-inch high pressure gas main in Volunteer Way to serve gas to 19 new homes. Gas main Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant permission to the Mystic Valley Gas Company for permission to locate a 4-inch high pressure welded steel gas main in Volunteer Way; it being understood the pro- posed location has been approved by Mr. John J. Carroll, Superintendent of Public Works. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing, deliberating or voting on matters which, if made public, might adversely affect the public security, the financial interest of the Town or the reputation of any person. I 209 Following discussion relative to the Lexington Retirement System, upon motion duly made and seconded,it was voted to resume the open meeting. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 7:18 P.M. A true record, Attest: Rkec iue,Llerk(t Selectme // J L a I • 210 coa N SELECTMEN'S MEETING August 22, 1966 A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Selectmen' s Room, Town Office Building, on Monday, August 22, 1966, at 7:30 P.M. Chairman Cole, Messrs . Burnell, Cataldo, Sheldon and Mabee were present. Mr. Legro, Town Counsel, Mr. Gray, Executive Assistant, Mr. Carroll, Superintendent of Public Works, and Miss Murray, Executive Clerk, were also present. At the request of Miss McDonough, Town Clerk, five jurors were drawn. Those drawn for jury duty were Jurors Francis X. Campbell, 8 Grandview Avenue; Paul R. Shuman, 19 Augustus Road; Kendrick Bushnell, 30 Bloomfield Street; Walter K. Ryall, 54 Simonds Road; Thomas R. Guinan, 46 Coolidge Avenue. Hearing was declared open upon petition of the Boston Edison Company and the New England Telephone and Telegraph Company for permission to lode one pole on Reed Street. Notices of the hearing were mailed to the peti- tioners, owners of the property as listed on the Pole petitioners' plans and also filed with the Superintendent location of Public Works . Mr. Dunn, representing the New England Telephone and Telegraph Company, and Mr. Pratt, representing the Boston Edison Company, were the only persons present interested in the proposed location. Mr. Dunn explained a request had been received from the subscriber to have the pole moved to the lot line. The pole is now more or less on the property line and it is proposed to move it to the lot line Mr . Gray reported that Mr. Carroll, Superintendent of Public Works, had seen the plan and has no objection. No one present wishing to be recorded in favor or in opposition, the Chairman declared the hearing closed. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the petition and sign the of'der for the follow- ing pole location: Reed Street, southwesterly side, approximately 105 feet northwest of Carley Road, -- One pole. (One existing JO pole to be removed. ) 211 Hearing was declared open upon petition of the Boston Edison Company and the New England Telephone and Telegraph Company for permission to locate poles on almonds Road. Notices of the hearing were mailed to the petitioners, owners of the property as listed on the petitioners' plans and also filed with the Superintendent of Public Works. Mr. Dunn, representing the New England Telephone Pole and Telegraph Company and Mr. Pratt, representing the locations Boston Edison Company, were thh only persons present interested in the proposed locations . Mr Pratt explained these are two stub poles and the petitioner is asking to maintain its facilities on Simonds Road. They are new poles to support the line. No one present wishing to be recorded in favor or in opposition, the Chairman declared the hearing closed. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the petition and sign the order for the follow- ing pole locations : Simonds Road, northwesterly side, approximately 145 feet Northeast of Blake Road, -- One pole . Simonds Road, northeasterly side, approximately 527 feet southeast of Blake Road, -- One pole. Messrs. Dunn and Pratt retired. Mr Gray reported receipt of a petition received from Rolla M. Tryon, Alice F. Tr/on and Jean Presho rela- tive to the connection of the storm sewer to be installed on Pleasant Street with storm sewers to be installed at the rear of properties along Green Lane, running 200 feet on the properties of TT/on, 100 Pleasant Street and Presho, 102 Pleasant Street. Dr. Tyron was present at the meeting. Pleasant The Chairman asked Mr. Carroll if he was familiar Street with the petition, and Mr Carroll replied in the negative. storm sewer Mr. Carroll reported he FB . talked to Dr. Trion and his wife and Mr. Higgins had also talked to them. He said they went down to the property and went over the proposed drain location, shown in orange on the sketch attached to the petition Mr. Carroll said Dr. Tryon pointed out there would be some damage to the property if the drain went between his house and the Presho property Mr. Carroll said, in his opinion, the damage would not be substantial. 212 [? He stated Dr. Tpyon asked him to estimate the cost of running the line as shown in green on the sketch. The difference in constructing it the way Dr. Tryon proposes and the way the Town proposes, as shown in green, is $10,000. The Chairman said, at this point, following usual pro- cedure, the Board would process this through Mr. Carroll. He said the people in the area want the drainage and the only objectors are Dr. Tryon and his wife and Mr. Presho. Dr. Tryon said he received advice from a tree expert relative to the red maples and he would lose a large number of trees. Mr. Carroll said the trees Dr Tryon is talking about are on his own property and Dr. Tyyon said ttat was correct. Mr. Carroll said he did not think he could go any further than he has. He has made a study and there is nothing to make him change his mind. The Chairman asked if the route proposed by Mr. Carroll would cause the least damage, and Mr. Carroll replied in the affirmative The Chairman explained this does not require a hearing, and the Board would take the petition under advisement. He stated a decision has been made. The Superintendent has made the decision which is the least harmful way of putting in the drain and the best the Board can do this evening is to take this under advisement. He stated Dr Tryon could accomplish more by dealing with the Superintendent of Public Works than through the Board as this is a matter that does not require a public hearing. Mr Gray read a letter from Richard M. Perry, Comptroller, requesting a transfer of $250 from the Reserve Fund to the Transfer Accounting Department Expenses Account to be used to change the type and increase the capacity of accounting machine. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve Mr. Perry' s request for a transfer of $250 from the Reserve Fund to the Accounting Department Expenses Account. Mr. Gray read a memorandum, dated August 22, 1966, Appraisals from Richard M. Perry, Comptroller, in reference to money to be spent by the Conservation Commission for appraisals of land. Mr. Gray read a letter from Mrs. Richard H. Battin Town Meet- suggesting that a room, possibly temporary use of a room ing in the Visitors' Center, be made available in which to Members file reference material in the form of Town Reports, Information Official studies, committee reports, state publications, Hardy' s reference book, etc , for use weekends and evenings by Town Meeting Members. 213 The Chairman said the Board would take this under advisement and check it out. Mrs . Battin, in her letter, requested that the Board discuss the matter with the lady members of the Town Meeting in the near future. Mr Gray said each member of the Board had a copy of proposed amendment to the Traffic Rules and Orders pertaining to penalties for traffic violations. Traffic Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Rules and to amend the Traffic Rules and Orders by striking out Orders Section 3 of Article IX in its entirety and by insert- ing in its place yhe following: AMENDMENT TO THE TRAFFIC RULES AND ORDERS TOWN OF LEXINGTON, ADOPTED BY THE BOARD OF SELECTMEN, AUGUST 22, 1966 ARTICLE IX Section 3 (Penalty) By striking out Section 3 of Article IX in its entirety and by inserting in its place the following: SECTION 3. PENALTY. ( a) Any person convicted of a violation of any rule, regulation or order made hereunder except as otherwise provided, shall be punished by a fine not exceeding twenty (20) dollars for each offense. (b) Pursuant to the authority granted by Chapter 90 Section 20C of the General Laws (Ter.Ed ) , any person violating any rule, regu- lation or order made herein regulating the parking of motor vehicles shall be punished by a fine for each offense as hereinafter set forth GROUP' A- $2.00 1 Meter Vmoiation 2 Overtime parking violation. GROUP B- $5.00 1. Within intersection 2. Upon sidewalk or crosswalk 3. Upon a roadway in a rural district 4. Over 1' from the curb. 5 Less than 10' of unobstructed lane 6 Within 10' of a hydrant 214 ca ri7. Upon a private road or across a driveway. 8. Within 20' of an intersection 9. Upon a street or highway posted no parking 10. Bus stop or taxi stand 11. Loading zone 12. Improper angle parking 13. Safety zone GROUP C- $10.00 1. All night parking 2. Snow removal /s/ Robert Cataldo Levi G. Burnell Board I . H. Mabee of George C. Sheldon Selectmen Adopted August 22, 1966 A true copy, Attest: I /s/ Hazel J. Murray Executive Clerk, Selectmen August 23, 1966 Then personally appeared the above-named Hazel J. Murray, Executive Clerk, BoaPd of Selectmen, and acknowledged the foregoing to be her free act and deed, before me. /s/ Mary R. McDonough Notary Futile Commission expires September 15, 1967 Mr. Gray said he had a request from the Tax Collector for the abatement of a list of unppid ambulance bills covering the years 1961 and 1962, totalling $656. 00. Ambulance Mr. Sheldon suggested that the bills be referred to bills a collecting agency, and Mr Cataldo suggested that they be referred to the Constable for collection. Both Mr. Sheldon and Mr. Cataldo felt those who are financially able to pay their bills, should pay them 215 Mr. Mabee suggested that the Board consider collect- ing them through the Small Claims Court. The Chairman asked Mr Grayzto screen the names and check with Town Counsel. Mr. Gray said the Board issued an order on July 14, 1966 giving Bavel L. Cummings, et al, thirty days to make certain corrections to the property at 465-L75 Massachusetts Avenue. As of today, nothing has been done to the property so he is in violation of the Order of the Board. Cummings The Chairman said he would like to hold this until Mr. Legro, Town Counsel, arrives . The subject was dis- cussed later in the evening in Executive Session. Mr. Gray said he had checked the Blue Cross-Blue Shield agreements and they are specifically related to Blue Cross- Medicare He reported there is no basic change from the Blue Shield Blue Cross-Blue Shieldagreement the Board signed last Agreement year. Later in the evening, when Town Counsel arrived, the Chairman explained that Mr. Gray reported the agreement was correct as to content and he understood Mr. Legro felt it was correct as to form. Mr. Legro said that was right. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize the Chairman to sign the Blue Cross-Blue Shield agreement as presented by Mr. Gray. Mr. Carroll said he took bids last week on the second sewer contract. The low bidder was Susi & DeSantis who Sewer bid $198,660.00 and he recommended that the contract be contract awarded awarded Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to award the second sewer contract to Susi & DeSantis, low bidder, in the amount of $198,660.00. Mr. Legro stated he had the contract between the Town and Susi & DeSantis, Inc. He explained it had jut been submitted to him and he has not had an opportunity Sewer to review it. contract Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted signed to sign the contract, for sewer work, between the Town of Lexington and Susi & DeSantis, subject to Town Counsel1s approval Mr. Legro stated he had the Whitman & Howard Contract #2 for engineering services for engineering Engineering work for streets, dvains and sidewalks. contract Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to sign the contract for engineering services between the Town of Lexington and Whitman & Howard. 216 Lie CAQ The Chairmen read a letter from Worthen H. Taylor, Director of the Division of Sanitary Engineering, Depart- Brook Street ment of Public Health in regard to the Brook Street Pumping Pumping Station Force Main The Director stated in his Station letter he understood the starting of this force main has Force Main been held up pending an agreement with the Town of Bedford. He pointed out funds made available under the Water Pol- lution Control Act are limited and priority is given only to projects that can be started within a reasonable time. Unless this project is put under construction in the near future, the Department will withdraw its priority approval. A copy of the letter was sent to the Bedford Board of Selectmen. It was agreed that Mr. Carroll would contact Whitman & Howard and after discussing the subject, report back to the Board at its newt meeting. Mr Arthur Burrell, Director of Civil Defense, met with the Board and said he was at the meeting on the Radio bids Police Department radio. This is the Police Department part of the total package that has been discussed several times. He said the reason the police Is been taken out is it is not eligible for Federal reimbursement . He said he advertised and bids were received a week ago today. General Electric Company bid $9,135; General Electric alternate bid, $8,984; Motorola Communications & Elec- tronics, Inc. , $7,786.40. Mr Burrell recommended accepting the low bid. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to accept the low bid of $7,786.40 submitted by Motorola Communications & Electronics Inc. for a new radio system for the Lexington Polios Department, and to authorize Mr. Burrell to proceed immediately with the purchase of this equipment. Mr. Burrell said he had this retirement thing. For about four years the retirement thing has been kicking Civil De- around and he finally decided he was going to get the fense answer In February, he wrote the Chairman of the Director Retirement Board for a ruling. They say it was referred retirement to the Selectmen. There is no correspondence in the files . Mr. Gray reportedhe discussed this with Mr.Morey and he said the Board had Mr. Burrell' s request, but there was a rule if one had a broker' s or agent' s in- surance license , he was not eligible. Mr. Gray said he checked with the State and there is no such regu- lation. Anyone the local Retirement Board will accept, the State will accept. He said the local Board has a ruling the employee must work twenty-five hours a week. 217 If the Selectmen certify Mr. Burrell works twenty-five = hours a week, there is no reason he could not be in the system. The Chairman said a letter from the Board of Selectmen could take care of this and he would write the necessary letter to the Board of Retirement. Mr. Burrell retired at 8:40 P.M. Report of the Regional Refuse Study Committee meet- Refuse in on June 22, 1966 was received. The next meetingof StudyComm. g the committee will be held on September 7, 1966, Concord Meeting Town Hall. The Chairman read a letter from Frank Sandy, 353 Emerson Road, requesting the Board to instruct the Depart- ment of Public Works to cease from spraying, by a fogging Spraying truck, in a manner which might be expected to affect his land without first receiving his written permission Mr. Carroll said the fogging equipment was operated by the East Middlesex Mosquito Control Commission, and if the Board would refer the letter to Robert Armstrong, Superintendent, he would see there is no .further spraying on Mr Sandy' s property. The Chairman said he would advise Mr. Sandy that his letter would be referred to the Commission. Notice was received from the Metropolitan District Commission regarding a hearing to be held on August 29, 1966, at 10:30 A.M. on the proposed revised schedule of the ratios of apportionment of debt service and maintenance costs for the cities and towns in the Metropolitan Sewer- age District. Mr. Carroll is to attend the hearing. Petition was received from the Boston Edison Company and the New England Telephone and Telegraph Company for permission to locate three poles on Worthen Road, north- Pole westerly side, southwesterly from a point approximately locations 680 feet southwest of Bedford Street. Mr. Carroll said these poles are already in but they are not all right. They should be changed as they are in a poor position as far as the sidewalk is concerned. Letter was received from Leon Stone, 25 Fairland Street, complaining about the condition of a town-owned lot , #27 Fairland Street. Complaint The Chairman referred the complaint to Mr. Carroll and requested that he take whatever corrective action is necessary. 218ar ct Letter was received from the Boston Traveler "Tell Complaint It to Joe" action line in regard to traffic on Bedford Street in the Sunnyfield area. Mr. Carroll suggested that the complaint be referred to the State. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant permission for the following block dances: Block dances Barberry Road, September 3 or 5 Benjamin Road, September 10 Minola Road, August 27 Letter was received from Charles F. Sisk, Commander of the American Legion, requesting permission to exhibit Livestock livestock during the period of time the Post' s County exhibit Fair will be held in September. denied Mr. Carroll stated he and Mr. Mazerall, Park Super- intendent, are concerned about having livestock in the Center Playground area. He said he felt the next step would be a horse show and he and Mr. Mazerall recommend that the request be denied feeling it is a bad precedent. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to deny the request on the basis that to grant it would establish an undesirable precedent. Letter was received from the Division of Civil Police Service, with reference to the Board' s requisition for examination ten patrolmen. Action on the requisition has been temporarily postponed until the results of the State- wide examination for patrolmen held on March 26, 1966 has been evaluated, at which time new examinations will be scheduled. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to certify the character of Henry E. Helms, 348 Marrett Cert. of Road, and John M. Doukas, 114 Cedar Street, who have Inc. applied to the State for a Certificate of Incorporation, satisfactory character references having been received from the Chief of Police. Notice of County tax received from the County Tax notice Commissioners, addressed to the Board of Assessors, was noted and placed on file. Letter was received from the Chamber of Commerce Luncheon inviting the Chairman to attend a luncheon to be held on September 1, 1966 to welcome new teachers employed by the Lexington Public Schools . 219 The Chairman read a letter from James E. Collins, Director of Public Assistance, requesting a transfer Transfer from the Bridge Charitable Fund to pay for summer camp for children whose families are receiving Aid to Families with Dependent Children. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to request the Trustees of Public Trusts to approve an expenditure of $256 from the income of the Bridge Chari- table Fund. The Chairman read a letter, dated August 9, 1966, received from Jules P. Sussman, Chairman of the Conser- vation Commission, requesting funds for the following Conser- parcels : vation Commission West Farm, 2 appraisals, $500.00 Funds Whipple Hill, 2 parcels, 800.00 Hathaway/Red Coat Lane 800.00 The Chairman said the Board should advise Mr. Sussman of the knowledge it now has from the Comptroller. Mr. Cataldo said he thought the Board was going to make it clear on what parcels of land it wanted the Conservation Commission to acquire and what ones it thought the Conservation Commission should not acquire. He suggested that the Board advise Mr. Sussman of the Comptrollerts ruling and that there is $1500 available in the account. Therefore, the Commission can use $500 to acquire the West Farm or Whipple Hill and he can obtain an appraisal on the Rosetti land. He said Pihl signed an option for $15,000 and the Board does not have $15,000. The Town approved $10,000. He questioned the advisa- bility of obtaining options on something the Town cannot pur- chase. He said the Board cannot make a taking without getting into liquidated damages. He said he did not feel the Town should be spending money on land for which funds are not available. He suggested that options be acquired only on land the Commission can purchase. Certificates of Appropriateness were received from the Historic Districts Commission with respect to the construction of a temporary experimental sidewalk on the Certifi- Buckman Tavern grounds on Massachusetts Avenue and with cates of respect to the erection and display of two signs on the Appropri- Buckman Tavern grounds on Massachusetts Avenue and ateness Bedford Street. Mr. Cataldo asked the Board to request the Chamber of Commerce to remove the Belfry Information Building so Mr.Mazerall can continue his seeding program 220co The Chairman reported Bertram Gustin will anation the building off and would like to be done September 10. Mr. Cataldo pointed out that Mr. Mazerall is seeding C of C all the grass and the building should be moved. He sug- Information gested that Mr Carroll contact the Chamber of Commerce Building and find out where the building can be moved. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the Chamber of Commerce permission to move the Belfry Information Building to some other town-owned land. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Polling to establish the hours for voting on Monday, September 13, hours 1966, State Primary, from 8:00 A.M. until 6:00 P.M. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted State Pri- to sign the Warrant for the State Primary Election on mary Warrant Monday, September 13, 1966. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Minutes to approve the minutes of the Selectmen' s Meetings held on August 8, 1966 and August 15, 1966 Mr. Carroll referred to the subject of underground wiring on Meriam Street and reported the cost to be Meriam St. $2,800 from Masaachusetts Avenue to the railroad track. wiring He said to carry the wires to Oakland Street, tht total cost would be $12,000 from Massachusetts Avenue to Oakland Street. Mr. Cataldo asked if the $2800 would go to the pole beyond the railroad tracks and Mr. Carroll replied in the affirmative. It was agreed that Mr. Carroll and Mr. Gray should meet with a representative of the Boston Edison Company and obtain an estimate for next year' s budget, there being no funds available for any part of the project this year Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for_thO purpose of discussing, Executive deliberating or voting on matters which, if made public, Session might adversely affect the public security, the financial interest of the Town or the reputation of any person. Following discussion with Mr. Leon Burke, Director of Guides, and various legal matters with Town Counsel, it was voted to resume the open meeting. Folbwing discussion with Town Counsel in Executive Middleby Rd. Session, upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Train to adopt an Order of Taking for a drain easement on Easement Middleby Road. 221 ' Upon motion duly made and seconded, the Board of Selectmen having considered the question of damages, voted to award Demetrios and Barbara S Sethares the sum of $200.00 by reason of the taking. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adopt an Order of Taking for sidewalk slope easements Order of on Grant Street. Taking Upon motion duly made and seconded, the Board of Selectmen having considered the question of damages in Grant St . connection with the Grant Street sidewalk slope easements , sidewalk voted to award John H & Jeannette A Asadoorian, owner easements of Lot 9, the sum of $50 by reason of the Order of Taking for slope easements. Upon motion duly made and seconded, the Board of Selectmen having considered the question of damages in Grant St connection with the Grant Street sidewalk slope easements, sidewalk voted that no damages have been sustained by Mark Moore, easements Jr. , owner of Lot No 10, and no damages would be awarded. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adopt an Order Bd Taking for slope easements on Middleby Rc II Middleby Road. Slope Upon motion duly made and seconded, the Board of Easement Selectmen having considered the question of damages in Order connection with the Middleby Road slope easements, it was voted that no damages have been sustained andnone are awarded Upon motion duly made and seconded , it was voted to sign the Order of Taking for slope easements on Middleby Road Middleby Re Upon motion duly made and seconded, the Board of Slope Easer Selectmem having considered the question of damages in Easement connection with the Middleby Road slope easements, it Order was voted that no damages have been sustained and none are awarded. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 10: 35 P.M. A true record, Attest:21/ , „Earecti pC1=rk, Sele:tmen� ,, lam 222 co at Ct SELECTMEN'S MEETING I September 12, 1966 A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Selectmen' s Room, Town Office Building, on Monday, September 12, 1966, at 7:30 P.M. Chairman Cole, Messrs. Burnell, Cataldo, Sheldon and Mabee were present . Mr. Gray, Executive Assistant , Mr. Carroll, Superintendent of Public Works, and Miss Murray, Executive Clerk, were also present. Hearing was declared open upon petition of the Boston Edison Company and the New England Telephone and Telegraph Company for permission to locate JO poles on Pleasant Street Notices of the hearing were mailed to the peti- tioners, owners of the property as listed on the peti- tioners' plans and also filed with the Superintendent Hble of Public Works. Location Mr. Cooley, representing the Boston Edison Company, and Mr. Dunn, representing the New England Telephone and Telegraph Company, were the only persons present for the hearing Mr. Cooley explained the request is due to street construction at the intersection of Wellington Lane Avenue and Pleasant Street Mr.Carroll approved the proposed location No one present wishing to be recorded in favor or in opposition, the hearing was declared closed. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the petition and sign thio Crider for the following JO pole location: Pleasant Street, northwesterly side, approximately 6 feet athMtgwest bf Willington Lane Avenue, -- One pole (One existing JO pole to be removed. ) Messrs. Cooley and Dunn retired at 7:35 P.M. Mr. Gray said he had a bill, received from Custance Blinds for Brothers, Inc . , 68 Bedford Street, in the amount of $480. Visitors' for sixteen pair of blinds on the Visitors' Center Building. Center He stated this was the agreed price and there are sufficient funds in the account to pay for the blinds. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 223 to approve the bill for payment and further to authorize the Chairman of the Board to sign the Certificate for Payment Mr. Gray said he received a request from the Veterans' Agent, Mr.Belcastro, for abatement of an ambulance bill for a veteran living on a limited pension Ambulance The Chairman suggested that the proper time to bill bring this subject up would be when the form for abate- ment has been prepared for the Board' s signature. Mr. Gray requested the Board to ask the Civil Ser- vice Commissioner to submit a list to the Town for patrolmen under authority of the Act passed permitting Patrolmen men living outside the Town. He reported that Chief Corr has the names of twelve individuals interested in getting on the force Mr. Sheldon mentioned this has not been officially cleared. The Chairman reported this is the method; Miss Mabel Campbell, Division of Civil Service, informed him that the Board request a list. Now he would send the list in and he would discuss it with Miss Campbell. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of dis- cussing, deliberating or voting on matters which, if Executive made public, might adversely affect the public security, Session the financial interest of the Town, or the reputation of any person Following discussion with Mr. Carroll, Superintendent of Public Works, relative to the Bedford sewer situation, the Green Lane area drainage and another matter of land acquisition, it was voted to resume the open meeting. At 8:00 P.M. , Chairman Lewellen, Messrs . Perkins, Benoit and Maier, Bedford Selectmen, Mr. Burdick, Engineer, met with the Board. The Chairman said as he understood it, this meeting came about because the Board received a call from Worthen Bedford H. Taylor of the State Board of Health. He seemed to sewer have the impression the Lexington Selectmen would not meet with Bedford. He said Mr. Taylor called here and was assured the Lexington Board of Selectmen would meet with Bedford at any time, and this is how this meeting came about . Mr. Lewellen asked if the Board received the letter Bedford wrote to it . The Chairman replied in the affirmative and said 224 ac Bedford had referred to both letters, August 3 and August 12 . He said he believed Bedford objected to not continuing ex- tending the sewers. Mr.Lewellen said they were under commitments and he did not believe the Town gave them that authority. He said then they run into trouble with the Department of Health. The Chairman said in the Board's letter of August 12, it asked that no further connections or additions be made to the sewer system until a new contract had been negoti- ated. This ban would apply to trunk sewers, sower laterals and crouse service connections, as well as to all sewerage works now under construction, including Contract #10 in the amount of $97,000. He said it also stated Lexington did not want any houses connected to the new sewer laterals. Mr. Lewdlen said the Board did not recognize the health problem, and the reason they extend s ewers is to meet the Department of Health requirements. The Chairman said the Board recognizes the health problem because it is a health p:oblem on the overflow. Mr. Perkins said Bedford did not ask for the meet- ing. They were in to see Mr. Taylor about the problem they have on the dump. This matter crane up and Mr. Taylor asked if they would like the three to get together. T he Chairman explained Mr. Taylor called the office here. He said he had just left and Mr. Cataldo took the call. Mr. Cataldo said actually it is immaterial to argue why Bedford is here, and explained how the meeting came about as a result of his telephone conversation with Mr. Taylor. He said Lexington has been trying to get Bedford to act on this since 1964. Mr. Lewellen said on negotiations, maybe each side should state its objectives and Bedford' s is to gain more capacity. He said they expect to pay for it . The Chairman said the Board wants to have its system up to full capacity some time . In the meantim e, it does have a contract since 1953 with the Town of Bedford on which there is a limitation of the number of gallons per- mitted per minute. He said Lexington' s is to have the number of gallons maintained until the system can accommo- date more, at which time there will have to be negotiations. Mr. Lewellen asked if the Board knew how litte effect there is in going over the 800 gallons a minute. He said they have gone aver most every month since they started. He explained one pump blocks and it leaves the flow to the other and cuts in and works. He said three different months the third pump cut in alone without the other two. Then the thing that happens is various items. The nutiaer 2 2 5' one pump tneds to drift material over to the other two and the only way it possibly can get out is to put a good rush on it. He said they are always going over the 800 gallons a minute, and that is the only way they can operate He stated by the time it gets down to Lexington' s station, it is not 800 gallons . It is the average flow. He said he understood Lexington has trouble handling it . Bedford has increased the amount of sewage it is delivering here. He said the first year they pumped in 33,000,000 and the next year was 44,000,000 gallons per year, and this is what is matching up with Lexington, not the going over 800 gallons a minute. He said in the worst month about 10% or 12% went through the second pump . Mr. Perkins said there are three pumps and any one can pump 800 gallons, and if for any reason the second pump kicks in, it may be for five minutes or three hours . When the second pump breaks in, Bedford is going over 800 gallons . He said this occurs only for a very short fraction of the day and only when there is a blockage or a wet period of time . Mr.Cataldo asked how much of the day this happened. Mr. Perkins replied it was once a month for five minutes. Mr. Carroll asked how often the people had trouble . If they have trouble two days, they want help and if the sewage tank overflows, this is the problem. He said if it only overflows fifteen times a year, Bedford' s peak flow coincides with Lexington' s peak flow. He explained that Lexington people us' the system the same time as the people doitn Bedford, morning and evening. He said Bedford could not level it off and Bedford overflows coinciditg, with Lexington's overflows makes the problem. Mr. Lewellen said the second pump does not exceed 800 gallons a minute. He said the amount of sewage that goes through the second pump is negligible. They have been working on the controls and it will pump even longer because they are trying to live up to the 800 gallons a minute. He said the trouble is the a ount of sewage, not the speed at which it goes through the pumps. Mr. Carroll said the Town of Lexington has a contract with Bedford of 800 gallons a minute, and he knew the indi- vidual involved, Mr. Burns, who knew the sewer business. He set the figure based on the fact this would even out . There is a contract limit set by reasonable people trying to figure out a solution to the problem and he thought Bedford was evading the question. Mr. Perkins said from the long-range point of view, he believed there ha., not been that much of a change, in the operation of the system. In 1953 there were going to be the same peak problems existing today because the additional 22i 2C n sewage Bedford is putting in does not come close to the schedule encountered in the peak periods. He said the additional sewage Bedford has added to the system has not changed the off-on cycle during the wet systems. Adding to the system has changed the average Lexington is getting, but he did not believe it has changed the peaks. Mr. Lewellen said the new pipe lines are transite. Mr. Carroll stated it is impossible to eliminate infiltration. Mr. Lewellen said Lexington' s consulting engi- neer built a system for them and said positively no infiltration. The Chairman said there is an agreement to handle 800 gallons a minute, and asked if the system was built w here Bedford comes in so it can handle 800 gallons. Mr. Carroll replied in the affirmative and said but not at the pumping station. He said the backup occurs at the pumping station The pumping station cannot handle the sewage so it backs up in the lines and overflows. Mr.Perkins said hyperthetically Bedford's average is lower than the 800 gallons . He asked if they never ex- ceeded 800 but pumped continually at 800, could Lexington handle it . Mr. Carroll replied Lexington would be in better con- dition. Mr.Perkins asked about giving Lexington a constant 800 gallons. Mr. Ca±roll said Lexington would be in trouble but he was not saying Lexington does not have to make improve- ments to its system. He stated funds have been appropri- ated to make improvements. The additional amount of flow of 800 gallons - this Lexington is obligated to take, as it has a contract with Bedford. Mr.Perkins said Bedford wants to do its part to im- prove the situation and wants to assist in the payment and work out the details of what has to be done. Mr. Carroll explained Lexington has already appropri- ated money to handle the 800 gallon and ready to go to contract. He said Lexington could go ahead right now and put in its force main which could block out Bedford Mr. Burdick, Bedford Engineer, asked how Lexington could plan to spend money to improve the system when it does not know what Bedford needs in the future. He said no one has told Bedford what it has to do. Mr. Cataldo said in 1964, representatives from Lex- ington went into his office trying to find out what Bedford had in mind. He said Lexington will take the 800 constant or not , and shut Bedford off. Mr. Benoit said he thought it was important to keep this discussion on a current time aspect. They brought 227 down the plan showing what they felt the ultimate gallon per minute fi ure would be Te Chai, iian said it is he desre of both Boards to correctthe s nation. He said 800 is repeatedly mentioned and said wh xt:. Bedford exceeds this figure, it does cause trouble to Lexington' s system. Mr. Carroll stated that in 1965, Lexington appropriated money for the force main. Lexington was notified by the Division of Sanitary Engineers that the funds might be withdrawn if it did not proceed with the force main. This Board has held off pending a solution of the Bedford problem. Mr. Benoit said they came in with a plan saying they expected to draw raw so many gallons a minute through the system and asked what the Board wanted them to do. Theycould then dwell on that and come back and reach a solution. Mr. Carroll suggested that the Board go into Executive Session. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing, deliberating or voting on matters which, if made public, Executive might adversely affect the public security, the financial Session interest of the Town, or the reputation of any person. Following discussion between the Board and Mr. Carroll, it was voted to resume the open meeting. The Chairman said he believed it is the purpose of both Boards to resolve this problem. The Lexington Board is willing to modify its terms in the letter to Bedford stating no further connections were to be made. If Bedford has isolated cases from a public health standpoint, con- nections will have to be made. He said there should be no problem with those if there is a commitment from Bedford that there will be no other connections. He said secondly, immediately enter into negotiations to take tare of the whole problem, and to be fruitful, they would have to begin at low level. He said it is suggested that Lexington' s Superintendent of Public Works, Bedford' s Superintendent and their engineering consultants and the MDC, as its interest may appear, and possibly the Air Force, start as soon as possible to get this resolved. He asked if this was some- thing the Bedford Board could live with. Mr. Lewellen replied he would think so. He said there are only a dozen services not connected at the moment. The Chairman said everyone understands this is a serious problem and has far reaching effects on both towns. He said he would leave the onus on Mr. Carroll to carry the first meeting. Mr. Lewollen suggested that a review date be set now. The Chairman said the policy decision is with the Board and the Board would have to make the decision. CJ 228 28 C7 111 Rey are apProadiatng Town Meeting and should try to aim for some dollar amount by December 1 at the latest. Mr. Lewellen said the group should meet on November first. Mr. Sheldon mentioned the first Monday in November is the seventh. Mr. Lewellen suggested that the meeting be postponed until after election and it was Egreed by all present to meet with the Bedford Board of Selectmen in Bedford on November 2y, 1966, at 8:00 P.M. Mr. Lewellen said there are twelve services they would connect. The Chairman asked if these services were considered Board of Health problems and Mr. Lewellen replied in the affirmative . The Chairman said he conzld see no difficulty in that. Lexington recognizes Bedford has problems too and doesn't want to stop a connection that would contribute to en- dangering public health. Mr. Maier said they would set the meeting for Wednes- dau, November 2, 1966, at 8:00 P.M. The Bedford Board of Selectmen retired at 8:50 F.M. Mr. Doppler and four other gentlemen met with the Board. Mr. Doppler said their problem concerns Augustus Road. The Chairman said the Board received a letter from the Planning Board on the same subject. He said as he Augustus understood it, it is a private way, it is a subdivision Road and the contractor has not lived up to- what he is sup- posed to do. He proceeded to read the letter, dated August 31, 1966, received from the Planning Board. The Planning Board requested the matter be treated as urgent and given immediate attention by the Selectmen and Town Counsel. Mr. Mark Lichtenstein, 9 Augustus Road, said this is an inconvenience as well as dangerous. The other day one of his neighbors hart a miscarriage. and the ambu- lance attempted to get in with difficulty. The husband wanted to attend the meeting tbs evening, but was per- suaded not to because he is up in arms about the run around. He is blaming the condition of the street for his wife' s miscarriage. He said the children walk to school and play there and all that has been done is letters and promises. He said no contruction work can be done there come November. The Chairman said he thought the Board had the com- IIplete pioture and asked if anyone on the Baud could find 229 a reason why it should not proceed. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to enforce the bonds, as recommended by tie Planning Board, to the extent necessary to complete all required work as expeditiously as possible. Mr. John Brown, 7 Blinn Road, asked how long it would take for some action. The Chairman replied Town Counsel will be made aware of this immediately. He has many things at the present time and each one is pressing. He said he could not tell when Town Counsel will actually move. He said the first thing is to notify the bonding company. Mr. Chester Kurys, 20 Augustus Road, said he was representing people on Blinn Road. They want to know what happens. He said he would like to know some date they can expect something. The Chairman said it is difficult to say here, know- ing there is going to be legal action. Mr. Lichtenstein said they have school bus trans- portation and all the roads in the area are unpaved. If Augustus Road is paved, there will be good egress and access1 Rad if tete read is mot acce*ted, ttie 2 b dren will have to walk. He asked if this has to be decided by court. The Chairman explained when a performance bond is filed, the insurance company pays some other contractor to get the work done. Mr. Carroll said he would not be at all optimistic in getting the work done this winter. Mr. Sheldon asked if the streets could be plowed and Mr. Carroll replied in the affirmative. He said the man- hole should be lowered. The Chairman said the Board would take the only steps available to it and will pursue the matter. Mr. Lichtenstein said he was an attorney and also understood how the court works and he also understood how attorneys work. The group retired at 9:00 P.M. Mr. Carroll said he had a taking Order that the Board approved a few weeks ago. Mr. Legro gave it to him today for the Board to sign. He explained it involves slope easements on property owned by Mark Moore, Jr. and John H. Grant St. & Jeannette A. Asadoorian, located on Grant Street. slope Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted easements to sign the Order of Taking for sidewalk slope easements on Grant Street as prepared by Town Counsel. Mr. Carroll reported on bids received for two salt and sand spreaders. Equipment IIUpon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 230 3 NQ n to accept the bid of $5540 submitted by the Dyer Sales Machinery h nery Company of Cambridge. Mr. Carroll referred to the sewer betterment assess- ment levied against Lot 357 Fairbanks Road owned by Hebbard Carl F. and Gertrude G. Hebbard, 18 Fairbanks Road. He sewer explained that Mr. Hebbard died and Mrs. Hebbard is betterment anxious to have the betterment abated, a sewer easement to be granted in lieu of payment of the betterment . Upon motion duly made and seeonded, it was voted to abate the sewer betterment assessment in the amount of $687.11 levied against Lot 357 Fairbanks Road, sewer easements having been granted to the Town as previously agreed upon. Mr. Carroll said last week he talked to the Planning Board about a subdivision off Volunteer Way. He sub- mitted a study plan made of the area and explained the subdivision. He said this subdivision is only 3,000 feet Volunteer away from the sewer which will be in the area in a short Way Sub- period of time. The Planning Board will tell the sub- division divider he will have to gait on his subdivision until after the March Town Meeting if the Selectmen vote to include an item in the warrant to construct the relief sewer. This would cost $60,000 to $90,000. He said it would include Rangeway, Volunteer Way and part of Sky View Road and is part of the long-range plan. Mr. Cataldo asked how much it would cost to go in at a later date to put this sewer in. Mr. Cabroll replied about $36,000. The Chairman said there still would be the original $60,000 cost and if this is not done now, it would involve $60,000 plus the $36,000. If the Board agrees now, it will only have to pay the $60,000 and the builder takes care of the $36,000. He said the Planning Board would hold this up until Town Meeting if the Board of Selectmen agrees to put this in the warrant for the March Town Meet- ing. Mr. Mabee said there are a number of houses in Town already that should be sewered and he did not like to establish a precedent. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted tp insert an article in the warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in March, 1967, for the construction of a relief sewer in the Volunteer clay area. Mr. Carroll referred to the drain easement on Green Green Lane Lane and said Mr. and Mrs. Tryon were present at the meet- drain ease- ing. He said the problem of the drain between Pleasant ment Street and Route 2 has been discussed with all of the property owners. Mr. and Mrs. Tryon miso met with the 231 Board, and last Friday, boring tests were made at the Tryon' s request. He explained to them a taking would not be made for two weeks . He asked the Board, in order to speed things up, to request Town Counsel to proceed with the drawing of the Taking Order to be submitted two weeks from tonight, with the understanding that the lo- cation of the easement on the Tryon and Presho properties would be left open, subject to more or less of an under- standing with Mr. and Mrs . Tryon this is the location best suited to theme He said he wanted some time to give Town Counsel a plan for the easement, leaving the easement on the Tryon property as open as possible, so if Mr. and Mrs. Tryon decide they don't like the location, that part can be taken up separately. Mrs. Tryon said this morning Mr. Carroll told them this would not come up tonight. Mr. Carroll said he told them the taking would not be made for two weeks. Mr. Tryon said they are not prepared to make any a commitment on the location this evening. Mr. Carroll said he did xant Town Counsel to get going on the main part of this Taking Order. Mrs. Tryon asked if this would include the portion in back of her property. Mr. Carroll replied the part he said would not be taken will not be in the taking. Mrs. Tryon said this is a plan they discovered by surprise which would drain her land and cause destruction of a large portion of trees on her land. Mr. Carroll said that has been on the plan from the very beginning. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize Town Counsel to proceed to draw a Taking Order as outlined by Mr. Carroll. The Chairman read a letter from Mr. Legro, Town Couhaeda relative to further procedure with respect to the property at 465-475 Massachusetts Avenue. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to give written notice to both owners, by certified or registered mail, return receipt requested, that unless the work and demolition required by the order of July 11, 1966 is commenced within forty-eight hours of the receipt of this notice acid pursued continuously to a prompt completion, the Board will cause such work and demolition to be performed, hold the owners thereof responsible for all expenses incurred and will enforce the penalties provided by law. 11 *and say the Board wants him to draw up a Taking Order 232 ac The Chairman read a letter from Mr. Zaleski, Planing Director, recommending acceptance of Tyler Road Tyler Road at the next Town Meeting. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to insert an article in the warrant for the Annul. Town Meeting in March, 1967, to see if the Town will vote to establish as a Town way, and accept the layout of as a as a Town Way, Tyler Road. The Chairman read a letter from Alfred P. Tropeano asking that some action be taken to correct the flooding Drainage caused to the Captain Parker Arms' site by water washing down from Waltham Street. Mr. Carroll said there is a work order on this and the work will be done shortly. Notice was received from the County Commissioners and the State Department of Public Works relative to a hearing to be held on September 21, 1966 pertaining to public roads. Mr. Cataldo said, with reference to Worthen Road, Route 2 and Watertown Street, the Board should be brought up to date on the meeting held at the Commissioners' office. He reported a meeting with the State and ad- vised it ended up he was upset with the approach being taken. He said the Board has been meeting with them over the years and they never told it how they were getting the traffic projections. Now it appears they are feeding them into a computer and they were taking into consideration future land use for land in the area. They said they would not take into consideration Worthen Road when it was suggested. They took a complete turn around on the criteria of designing the road. He said a letter was written to Commissioner Ribbs expressing the Board' s concern. He said it would be his feeling at this time that the Board write the Commissioner and ask him, #1, what information they fed into the computer to arrive at the figures, and #2, what traffic projection they came up with because of future land use and if their policy is going to be changed into future land use, Worthen Road should be taken in its entirety. He said he would also like to meet with, or write to, the Belmont Selectmen before a meeting with the Department of Public Works. He said he would like Mr. Carroll to explain to the Board where Worthen Road is now, what it is com- prised of and what the completion would entail. He said he wanted to look into completing Worthen Road in its entirety. Mr. Carroll submitted a revised estimate made in 1964 233 of the cost he said was related to the map on the black- board. Mr. Cataldo said the Board should look into a grade separation. He said, with reference to the section between Colonial Acres and Marrett Road, the Board should find out exactly what land it is going to take for the school site. Mr. Carroll said there should be something concrete to discuss with them on Worthen Road. Mr. Cataldo said #1, the Board shoed write these two letters, and #2, it should meet with the Planning Board next Monday night. If it is agreeable, then the third Monday meet with the Appropriation Committee and the Capital Expenditures p p ditures Committee. Mr. Sheldon said he thought the Board should know how the Planning Board feels, and the Board should talk to the Town of Belmont and to the Department of Public Works again. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to write to Commissioner Ribbs, State Department of Public Works, and that a conference be set up with the Planning Board and one with the Town of Belmont. 11Mr. Carroll said there is a question in his mind where Chapter 90 money should be used this year. This money could be used for #1, on Pleasant Street; #2, on Chapter 90 Spring Street; #3, on Lowell Street between Woburn Street and Maple Street. He said the other possibility is to use it on Worthen Road. With reference to the hearing on September 21, he said he could say the Town wants the Chapter 90 funds for a portion of Worthen Road or for the construction of a section of Lowell Street. He said it would then have to be decided whether or not the Board wanted to pass up the regular capital outlay funds. The Chairman asked what section of Lowell Street would be taken care of, and Mr. Carrollareplied he wants to go from Woburn Street to Maple Street as it is very bad and there should be granite curbing there on both sides. He said, in terms of importance, he wants Lowell Street done next year . He said Chapter 90 funds could be used here and the Town add to it. He said Chapter 90 funds could be used for Worthen Road and let Lowell Street go with other funds. He said if Chapter 90 funds are used br Lowell Street, money should be set aside for the Worthen Road project. He said the 1967 allotment could be set aside for Worthen Road and combined with the 1968'allot- ment. Mr. Cataldo suggested that the subject be held over until the Board finds out next Monday how the Planning Board feels. 234 N n Petition received from the Boston Edison Company Pole and the New England Telephone and Telegraph Company for location a JO pole location on Colony Road was held over at the request of Mr. Carroll. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant permsision to the Painters' Guild of the Lex- ington Arts and Crafts Society to hold an Outdoor Paint- Exhibition ing Exhibition on Sunday, October 9, 1966, from twelve noon until S:30 P .M. or in the event of inclement weather, on Sunday, October 16, 1966, during the same period of time, on the Buckman Tavern grounds northwesterly toward the small barn used by the Department of Public Works. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant permission o the National Cystic Fibrosis Research Permit FoundatioBM itea door-to-door drive on Sunday, September 25, 1966, between 1:00 P.M. and 5:00 P.M. Invitation was received from the American Legion Invitation to attend the Legion and Auxiliary Unit Installation of Officers on Sunday, September 18, 1966. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted License to grant a yearly Theatre License and a Sunday Theatre License to the Lex-mil Theatre, 1794 Massachusetts Avenue . Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to sign the fo]bwing Sewer Orders : Grove Street, from Route 128, 820 feet, more or less, Sewer southerly. Orders Blake Road from Nowers Road a distance of 527 feet, more or less, northerly to Henderson Road. Turning Mill Road from Trunk Sewer a distance of 650 feet, more or less, easterly to Demar Road . Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Appointment to reappoint Dr. William Cosgrove a member of the Board of Health for a term expiring June 1, 1969. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to appoint Albert Gray, Jr. , as Mr. Lincoln P. Cole's MBTA designee to act on behalf of the Town of Lexington on all matters coming before the MBTA Advisory Board on September 15, 1966. 1 23 i Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the minutes of the Selectmen' s Meeting held Minutes on August 22, 1966. Letter was received from Albert L. Merrifield, 26 Curve Street, commending the Recreation Committee and Mr . Bertini for the program conducted this summer Recreation for the Special Class at the Franklin School. A copy of the letter is to be sent to the Recreation Committee. Letter, dated September 2, 1966, from the Special Commission on Municipal Home Rule, was noted and placed on file. Notice from the Department of Public Utilities on petition of the Englander Coach Lines, bnc. for a Hearing hearing, was noted and placed on file. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize the Chairman to sign a Liquor Purchase I.D. Card Identification card for Edward W. Turner, Jr. , 184 Grove Street, Lexington. Letters were received from the Stanley Hill Post, No. 38, Inc. and Mr. Richard S. Townsend, 7 Mowers Road, Flags relative to displaying the flags in the Center on September 17, Constitution Day. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to display the flags in observance of Constitution Hada, September 17, 1966. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to request the Appropriation Committee to transfer the sum of $840.00 from the Reserve Fund to the Selectmen ' s Out-of-State Travel Account to cover the cost of three Transfer fares to Mexico City; Mr. Cataldo, Mr. Cole, Mr. Charles Johnson, of the School Department, officially represent- ing the Town of Lexington in the Sister City celebration of Mexico' s Independence Day in Dolores Hidalgo on September 15, 1966. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 10:15 P.M. A true record, Attest: • xecu ive lerk Selec n Q g 36,E SPITY.CTMENIS MEETING September 15, 1966 A special meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Selectmen's Room, Town Office Building, on Thursday, September 15, 1966, at 5:00 P.M. Messrs. Burnell, Sheldon and Mabee were present. Mr. Gray, Executive Assistant, Mr.Jules P. Sus=„ = • , Chairman of the Lexington Conservati• ,.i oisfn , •d Miss Murray, Executive Clerk, were al 1 •re en The meeting was called to order by Mr. Burnell, as Acting Chairman, promptly at five o'clock. The meeting was called relative to theland in the area of Whipple Hill believed to be owned by Anthony Rosetti and Carmela M. Rosetta. Upon motion duly made by Mr. Sheldon, seconded by Mr. Mabee, it was unanimously voted that the instrument for exercising the option be signed by the Board and given to Mr. Burnell. However, unless approved by Town Counsel, the option will not be exercised. A true record, Attest: Executive Clerk, Selectmen I 0) 96 n SF:T:ECTMEN'S MEETING September 19, 1966 1 A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in theSelectmen's Room, Town Office Building, on Monday, September 19, 1966, at 7:30 P.M. Chairman Cole, Messrs. Burnell, Cataldo, Sheldon and Mabee were present. Mr. Legro, Town Counsel, Mr. Gray, Executive Assistant, Mr. Colella, Assistant Superintendent of Public Works, Mr. Higgins, Assistant Town Engineer, and Miss Murray, Executive Clerk, were also present. Mr. Gray stated he received a letter from Mr. Conroy, attorney for Mr. Alfred Iodice, regarding lots 22 through 28, inclusive, as shown on plan entitled "Plan of Park Heights No. 4 Lexington, Mass. Property of W. S. Griswold" . He said the conveyance was made Tax title with the restriction that the lots were to be combined lots with other land of Iodice to form one lot and that only one building could be erected, placed or maintainedon the lot. Mr. Iodice wants to have the restriction re- moved. Mr. Gray said he had sent a copy of this letter to Mr. Zaleski and asked him to take this up with the Planning Board. Mr. Cataldo pointed out this parcel of land was purchased with the price based on the restriction and he could not see why it should be divided. The Chairman asked Mr. Gray ato check the minutes of the meeting when this was discussed. He said as he recalled it, this was the only way the Board would sell these iota to Mr. Iodice. Mr. Gray explained Mr. Conroy had mentioned this to him and he told him to write a letter which he agreed to refer to the Planning Board. Mr. Higgins said there are funds in the Engineering Department budget to send members of the department to School for school under Chapter 581 of the Acts of 1964. He ex- Engineering plained there is a surplus of money this year due to personnel three or four different reasons and he would like to send three men, under Chapter 248 of the Acts of 1964. The Chairman asked if this had been checked with the Comptroller, and Mr. Gray replied it is possible to do this. Mr. Higgins explained the school is at Boston College, is a twelve-week course in municipal admini- stration, and is conducted one night a week. Mr. Cataldo inquired about the amount of money, and Mr. Higgins stated it would be $57.50 per person for three people . 237 ' Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted, under authority of Chapter 284 of the Acts of 1964, to authorize enrollment of three men Thom the Engineering Department in the school to be conducted at Boston College, at $57.50 per person. The Chairman read a letter from Mr. D. F. MacLeod, 56 Cedar Street, with reference to his request for Stop and/or Slow signs on Cedar Street. Traffic Mr. Colella reported to the Board that the signs have been installed and were placed where, in the opinion of the Traffic Study Committee , they would do the most good. Request for JO pole locations was received from the Boston Edison Company and the New England Telephone and Telegraph Company. Pole The proposed locations were approved by Mr. Higgins. locations Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the petition and sign the order for the follow- ing JO pole locations. Butler Avenue, northeasterly side, southeasterly from a point approximately 90 feet southeast of Carville Avenue, -- Five poles. With reference to the so-called Cummings' property located at 465 - 11.75 Massachusetts Avenue, Mr. Legro re- ported receipt of a telephone call from Mr. Donald Irwin, 465-475 Building Inspector, and he had a copy of the deed sent Mass. Ave. out from the Registry which he had not received. He said apparently Mrs. Ada H. Melick had conveyed her interest and a George H. Lawless has taken title to the property. He is of Canton. Mr. Legro advised it would be well for the Board to contact Mr. Lawless before it makes any affrma- tive move. The Chairman said this is something Mr. Gray can in- vestigate. Copy of an order issued by the Bedford Board of Selectmen to the Bedford. Public Works Department rela- Bedford tive to connecting services to the sewer system was sewer received. No further services are to be connected other than those connections already committed and/or those required to be connected by the order of the Board of Health. Mr. Higgins said Mr. Carroll hadiia meeting with Mr. Burdick, Bedford' s Engineer, last Thursday and the 238 two have arrived at some area of agreement. Another meet- ing is scheduled for September 29. The Chairman read a letter from Mr. Alexander V. Zaleski, Planning Director, suggesting that the Committee Lexington on Lexington Center resume its meetings if it is to re- Center commend proposals for inclusion in the warrant for the Committee 1967 Annual Town Meeting. The Chairman said it is now down to two architects and they selected several pieces of their work to in- spect. They tried to do it all together, but due to the time schedules, this has not been possible. In any event, they are acting on this andshould be selecting an architect within the next week. He asked Mr. Gray to arrange a meeting. The Chairman read a letter from the Planning Board stating that the safety and adequacy d' streets between Massachusetts Avenue at Pleasant Street and Route 2 inter- change at Watertown Street is of concern to both Boards. The Planning Board agreed with the Board's suggestions that a detailed study of the several possible designs should be initiated now. The Planning Board recommended that money be made available for the study and that thee Town Engineer g r be instructed to undertake it as soon as possible. The Chairman reported he received a telephone call about the decision of the Planning Board and decided the best thing to do was to go down to the Planning Board meeting. His thought was a serious study should be made on the whole overall complex to see what should be done and that Board agreed. He said it would seem to him this would be a budget matter and he did not think funds were presently available. He asked if the Board had any objection ato proceeding in this manner, and there was none. Letter from the Board of Cemetery Commissioners relative to the erection of a sign on Bedford Street traffic approximately 500 feet before reaching. the entrance to Westview Cemetery, was referred to the Traffic Study Committee for study and. report. The Chairman read a letter from S. P. Wolsky, 1 Park Street, registering opposition to the proposed Airport expansion of the Laurence G. Hanscom Field Airport. expansion The Chairman said Mr. Wolsky should be told the Board would investigate and endeavor to obtain as many facts as possible to the Port Authority's proposals and plans. 1 239 The Chairman read a letter from Donald K. Irwin, Building Inspector, stating he has not used up his entire vacation period and would like permission to takd the Vacation remainder of his vacation _some time during the winter months to visit his family in Florida. Mr. Gray reported Mr. Irwin has a little over a week, but it will have to be taken before the end of the year, The Board had no objection providing Mr. Irwin took the time to which he is entitled before .peeember 31, 1966 and recommended someone to the Board for its consideration in making an appointment to take over his duties during his absence. Mr. Jules P. Sussman, Chairman of the Conservation Commission, met with the Board at 7:45 P.M. Mr. Sussman stated that in accordance with his written request of September 16, 1966, he was asking the Board to direct Town Counsel to take the necessary steps to acquire Rosetti the Rosetti land on dhipple Hill by eminent domain. He land said Mr. Rosetti advised him this evening they were putting the option renewal in the mail. He said if the Board votes to accede to his request, it should notify Mr. Rosetti txf tneAtatiaodertheetaking atid.Ibb t he , Mr. Sussman, receive a copy of the letter. Mr. Cataldo asked if the rehewal was at the same price as the old one , and Mr. Sussman replied in the affirmative. Mr. Legro asked if it was for the same eras. of land and Mr. Sussman replied in the affirmative, four acres. Mr. Mabee asked if the Board was to forget the old option or forget the renewal of another option, but just go ahead and take it. The Chairman said negotiations should be $2800 an acre, the aggeed option price for four acres , more or leas, Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into ExecutiveSession for the purpose of discussing, deliberating or voting on matters which, if made public, might adversely affect the public security, the financial Executive interest of the Town, or the reputation of any person. Session Following further discussion relative to the acqui- sition of four acres, more or less, of land located on Whipple Hill, and believed to be owned by Anthony Rosetti and Carmella M. Rosetti , it was suggested by the Chairman to purge the record and to put the Executive Session back in open meeting and then make whatever motion is necessary to acquire the land. The Chairman stated the Executive Session just held was not Executive Session and would be open to the public . He and it was a question of whether the land on Whipple 240 Hill was nineteen acres or four acres, and it is four acres. The discussion in Executive Session was as follows: Mr. Cataldo asked if he understood Mr. Sussman to say the option was in tonight' s mail. Mr. Sussman replied they called him and said they said they signed the renewal form and were mailing it . He said he did not have it. Mr. Cataldo said before the Board does anything, this renewal form should be given to Mr. Legro. Mr. Legro asked the nature of the renewal form. Mr. Sussman replied it extends all dates stated in the option by thirty days. Mr. Legro said it was his opinion this would not help a bit. It leaves the Bard in the position of having an option it cannot exercise because it doesn't have the money. He Isecited an excerpt from the option and questioned all land now owned by the owners" . Mr. Sheldon asked why the Board had to consider the option if it voted to take the land by eminent domain. Mr. Burnell said the Board does not know what it is taking and he thought the Board should start this all over again He said the Board found out what it has is not the correct type of option, and he thought there should be a new option covering the four acres. Mr. Mabee said he could not see the point of an option now. The funds are available and Mai thought the Board should vote to purchase the four acres. He said the Board should get a purchase and sale agreement. Mr. Cataldo recalled the Board had already voted this. Mr. Mabee said the Board should vote to go ahead on the basis of four acres, and according to what Mr. Rosetti says, he wants to go along on the basis of $2800. The Chairman asked if it were understood by the Rosettis it is for four acres, and Mr. Sussman replied in the affirmative. The Chairman asked what procedure should be used to take four acres of land for which the money is available. Mr. Legro said the Board could enter into a purchase and sales agreement or take it by eminent domain; it will not bind the agreement. He said an option is protection during the period when the description of the premises is being obtained. He asked if Mr. Rosetti had a deed. Mr. Sussman replied Mr. Rosetti agreed last spring to deliver a survey plan of the property. He has not done so. That is the reason it went to the last day. The surveyor has been very slow and he can 't see him until I 241 Friday because he is out of town. Mr. Sussman said he hoped the Town would create its own plan quickly or pur- chase the land very soon. The Chairman said so far nothing has come up that would require executive session, and when the Board moved out of executive session4 if nothing further develops, he would have a motion to purge the record and to put the meet= ing back in open meeting and then make whatever motion is necessary to acquire the four acres. Mr. Legro said, on the information he has, he assumed he would prepare a purchase and sales agreement and submit it to the Conservation Commission to get it signed. Mr. Mabee said Mr. Legro intimated it might be advis- able to have an option prior to the purchase and sales agreement. He asked if the Board wanted to go through getting Mr. Rosetti to agree to another type of option or should it go ahead. Mr. Legro said the only advantage he could see to an option is that it is not necessary to be quite as particular in the description of the property as it is in the purchase and sales agreement . He said if the Conservation Commission can furnish him the necessary information, a title reference, or a plan, or a deed description, then he could prepare the instrument. He said this option is for the Town to purchase up to ninetden acres if Rosetti owns it. He said he held Mr. Rosetti does not own all that much, but suppose he does. Then the Town is agreemng to pay $53,000. Mr. Mabee said the Board should go ahead with the purchase and sales agreement on the basis of four acres and have a good description. Mr. Sheldon said either Rosetti is going to sell this land or he is not. Mr. Sussman asked how long it would take if the Board can get this document signed and the land will be purchased by the Town. Mr. Legro said there should be a provisions in the purchase and sales agreement for at least sixty days and preferably ninety days. Upon mbtion duly made and seconded, it was voted to resume the open meeting. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to purge the record and to put the Executive Session back in open meeting and then make whatever motion is necessary to acquire the land. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to instruct Town Counsel to draw up the proper purchase and sales agreement at the price of $2800 per acre for four acres, more or less , at the top of Whipple Hill, based on the fact the option has been renewed for another thirty days. Mr. Sussman retired at 8:05 P.M. 242 The Chairman read a letter from the Board of Health Clinic advising it will conduct a clinic for influenza vacci- nation of all Town employees on Tuesday, September 27, and Tuesday, November 22, from 2:00 P.M. until 4:00 T.M. at Cary Hall. Letter was received from William E. Maloney re- questing permission to move a building, the replica of Permit the Old Belfry, formerly used as the Chamber of Commerce Information Booth, from its present location to a new site out of Town. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the request for permission to move the building over Bedford Street providing Mr. Maloney conforms to whatever instructions the Chief of Police and Superintendent of Public Works may make. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize the Chairman to sign a Liquor Purchase Indenti- I.D. Card fication Card for Rosemary Walsh, 54 Buckman Drive, satis- factory evidence of her age having been obtained. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 'License. +ttrIgi.Aut Ai Commantviethailer ntease to Velma W. Price and Leland A. Bartlett, d.b.a. The Colonial 'More, 856 Massachusetts Avenue. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Sewer Order to sign anOrder for the construction of a sewer in Burlington Street from House #186 to House #192. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Sidewalk to sign an Order for the construction of a sidewalk on Order the westerly side of RinAge Avenue at house numbers 14 and 18. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Minutes to approve the minutes of the Selectmen ' s Meetings held on September 12 and 15. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing, Executive deliberating or voting on matters which, if made public, Session might adversely affect the public security, the financial interest of the Town, or the reputation of any persoh. Following discussion pertaining to a legal suit, a claim and acquisition of land, it was voted to resume the open meeting. 1 24 ' At 8:45 F.M. , Mr. Louis Zehner, Chairman of the Town Report Committee, and members of his committee, met with the Board. Mr. Zehner said there was some difference of opinion within the committee as to the size of the issue. The committee discussed the matter fully and voted four to three to have the N x 11. He said this is a committee that could discuss An issue fully, and reach a decision. This it did and the recommendation is unanimous that the Town Report be changed tobe x It size. He stated there are a number of things working in favor of the larger size. It can be accomplished with no substantial differ- ence in cost. The advantage is a greater flexibility that goes in the display of photographs and the display of charts and tables. He said there is a growing acceptance for the 81 x 11 size. Some of the towns adopting the 8 x 11 are West Springfield, Methuen, Greenfield, North Andover. The issue that won first prize for the best Town Report in Massachusetts was Amherst an 81 x 11 size. He said almost without exception most reports of corpo-r rations are the larger, 81 x 11. He said Lexington tried this once and the issue of 1946 is a perfectly beautiful expression of Town happenings. He said there will be a part A, narrative and a part B, statistical. He said the committee' s thought is to print 400 copies of part B and bind that with part A. The additional copies wouldbe only part A. He said there is associated with the 6 x 9 a greater degree of dignity than would be true with an x 11. He said it is feasible to get out a dignified larger sized sheet Mr. Zehner said, as to the budget, he does not have a firm estimate but did receive from Spaulding-Moss an estimate they can print 1400 copies either 6 x 9 or 81 x 11 for $1900. Additional copies of the 811 x 11 would be $24. per 100; $240. for 1,000. He said the committee would print 7,000 additional copies for $16660 They have budgeted $600. for secretarial help. There will be graphs made and a number of photographs . The cost of the negatives is set at $200. These reports could be deliveredby the Boy Scouts or Girl Scouts and his first thought was to set down $200. as a contribution to the Boy Scouts or Girl Scouts. This is not resolved. The committee would like $45. for a two-color job and $112. for an executive typewriter. They have put in $263. to line the pages; a.total of $5,000. Mr. Zehner said it is anticipated the departments will present the material as they have in the past with the tables and graphs and photographs. He has asked Mr. Gray to make an appointment with Mr. Cole for an 244 opportunity to check with him of what the "State of the Union" message should be . He said he would rough something out which can be presented for Mr. Cole ' s thinking and then to the Board of Selectmen for it to add to or subtract from so it will be the voice of the Selectmen in the report to the Town. The committee hopes to get the Serial in on November 1. He reported he was told Spaulding-Moss wants three-week lead time from the time of the last copy until it had the report out. The committee hopes delivery to the taxpayers will be early in March. The Board of Selectmen expressed agreement to the proposed size, iN x 11. Mr. Zehner said there is a $600. balance in the Town Report account which the Comptroller said would be avail- able so the committee would be asking for $4400. The Chairman asked if there would be enough money to implement this at Town Meeting. He said Town Meeting wouldbe asked for money for a report already printed. Mr. Gray stated the $600. that can be spent in 1966 will be adequate for what will be done in 1966. The Chairman said Mr. Zehner was on the Appropriation Oommittee and could discuss this with them and get an expression of its thinking. He asked if the Board of Selectmen had any objection to the expdnditure of $5,000. Mr. Sheldon said this would be madeavailable to everyone , and he thought that was importail'. Mr. Cataldo referred to the $200 contribution sug- gested for the Boy and Girl Scouts and said he did not think this could be done. Mr. Zehner asked if it could be a payment for services. The Chairman said a contract could be made with the Boy Scontes Mr. Burnell said he did not think it could be done this way either. The Chairman said he did not think the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts would be against performing a civic service. Mr. Cataldo said, with reference to the $4400 anti- cipated request, if this were done in October, there would be no funds to work with until March. Mr. Mabee said there should be a larger appropriation so there will be money available to work with next year. Mr. Cataldo suggested that the Committee discuss this with the Appropriation Committee and see what it has to say. The Chairman said the Board of Selectmen is in complete accord with the committee. Mr. Zehner said he understood there are about 8,000 houses in town and a report will be sent to each house. The Chairman asked how the Board felt about deliver- ing the repobts to all the homes in Town and the Board felt they should be delivered. 245 ' The Chairman said. the Committee has the support of the Board of Selectman of the plan and amounts outlined. He asked the Committee to approach the Appropriation Com- mittee to get its reaction and inform that Committee that the Town Report haas the approval of the Selectmen. The Committee retired at 9:10 P.M. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of dis- cussing, deliberating or voting on matters which, if made public, might adversely affect the public security, the Executive financial affect the public security, the financial Session interest of the Town or the reputation of any person. Following discussion pertaining to a former Town employee, ECD student, Assistant Building Inspector, and possible acquisition of a parcel of land , it was voted to resume the open meeting. At 9:25 P.M. , the following members of the Planning Board met with the Board: Messrs. Campbell, Fowle, Worrell, Greeley, Mrs. Riffin and Mr. Zaleski , Planning Director. The Chairman slated he wrote a letter to Commissioner Edward J. R Ibbs, State Department of Public Works, in which he accused him of double talk principally on the basis of the traffic counts. The department stillwould not accept any traffic counts the Town projected from Worthen Road. Since then, he has written a letter to the Town of Belmont asking if that Town had any plans for widening Winter Street or if there are any plans contemplating any change in zoning or land use in this area. He called. the Planning Board' s attention to a plan on the blackboard showing Worthen Road Worthen Row in various stages of construction. Mr. Cataldo said last week the Board discussed the possibility of finishing Worthen Road in its entirety. He stated if the Selectmen are able to say to the Depart- ment of Public Works they have this under consideration and recommend to the Town Meeting that it be completed, they would have a much stronger case. He explained the purpose of the meeting this evening is to find out what the Planning Board' s thoughts are. Mr. Cataldo explained the plan on the blackboardand the various sections referred to were pointed out by the Chairman. Mr. Cataldo said he did not think the Town should take the school site until it knew exactly where the road is going. He personally felt when the Board goes into the Department of Public Works , it should consider a good , sufficient and ideal interchange at Marrett Road and strongly fight for a grade separation. He said the Selectmen would like to know if the Planning Board would support this project. Mr. Campbell asked if the Board had a preliminary cost. co 246 Mr. Cataldo replied in the affirmative but said he thought the advantages and disadvantages should be con- sidered as far as the Planning Board is concerned. Mr. Campbell said he thought it was necessary to have some idea of what this is going to cost. Mr. Cataldo explained what the various sections, as shown on the plan on the blackboard, would cost, and said the total cost was $671,400 and $482,400 if done on a developer basis. He saidthe question arose as to whether the Town should use Chapter 90 funds for this road, for one or two years only. He reported the Board had been advised it can use Chapter 90 funds. He explained these figures take into consideration owners of record as of today. He would like to see Section 7 built without any houses on it. He said he felt it would be in the best interest of the Town to do this. Mr. Worrell urged that the Town acquire land on both sides of Worthen Road so it will go through open space. The Chairmanasked the purpose of the road, and Mr. Worrell said it funnels traffic from Bedford Street to Route 2 without going through the Center. Mr. Cataldo suggested first, an outright purchase and second, impose regulations prohibiting subdividers from fronting on Worthen Road. The Chairman said if the Department of Public Works says it takes in the landuse, it is committed to this procedure. Mr. Cataldo said the primary importance of this to the Planning Board is first, should it be, and secondly, consideration of the money. Mr. Campbell said he has long recommended that this road be constructed. The Chairman said much depends on what kind of a connection the Town gets at Route 2. Mr. Fowle asked what the Board was akking Mr. Cataldo replied to finish Worthen Road in its entirety, without getting into the discussion of the connector at this point. He said the Board would go to Town Meeting in March and ask for money to finish Worthen Road. He stated whether Worthen Road is completed or not, the State will come up with a connector. Mr. Greeley said the first issue is whether the Planning Board is in favor of completing Worthen Road and there is no question at all about it. He said the second issue is the amount of cost to be borne by the Town, when it should be borne and limited access to Worthen Road. He said he did not think the Town would want to pay more than the minimum it will have to pay to get the road through unless the State will give the Town 247 a break to get traffic into Route 2. The Chairman asked if the Town shouldn't have a commitment from the 'State as to what connection the Town is going to get. Mr. Cataldo said unless the Town gets a good con- nector at Route 2, the longer it takes to develop Worthen Road, the better the Town will be. He said Worthen Road is no good without a connector. Mr. Campbell said the Department of Public Works would be advised of what is going to be recommended to Town Meeting. Ig the State will provide a suitable con- nection, a recommendation will be made to Town Meeting to com ddte Worthen Roai as judiciously as possible; if not, Worthen Road will go as it is. Mr. Cataldo sail the Board should say it is going to recommend finishing Worthen Road. The Chairman saLd the Board could say to the Depart- ment of Public Works "this is in fact a road" and ask what it proposes to do about it. He said the Board wants a connector that will do the least possible damage to the area. !fr. Greeley said the design of this connector has to be left as a bargaining point. Mr. Cataldo said if the Planning Board concurs with the Selectmen, a meeting will be arranged for next Monday with the Appropriatin Committee and the Capital Expendi- tures Committee. Mr. Mabee said he would be content, as a way to keep the expenditurelof money down at the beginning, to propose to the Town to go as far as Marrstt Road, if the State supports the Bc{ards, from Marrett Road. to Waltham Street, for instance.; Mr. Cataldo said there is nothing wrong in doing it in two or three years . Mr. Mabee stated Mr. Cataldo wants to be able to say this has the backing of the major Boards in Town and it is going to build thi,3 road. He said he, Mr. Mabee, is suggesting one section the Town does not need to rush is the section between Marrett Road and Waltham Street. Mr. Worrell felt that would be the most important section. Mr. Greeley saidlthis is an issue for Town con- sideration later on. The Chairman said at this point , the two Boards are substantially in agreement for a suitable connection at Route 2 and will propose to get money to complete the road. - W 248 e Cn Mr. Fowle read a statement prepared by the Planning Board, relative to Emerson Road, which it proposes to send to the press. The Chairman asked if it was imperative to make this statement in the immediate future. Emerson Mr. Campbell said the Planning Board felt at this Road time it should let the citizens of the Town know where the Planning Board stands. The Chairman said the Selectmen have had one reading of it and he thought they would like an opportunity to look at it andasked if the Board could have a copy to read. He said the Board could then study it and have an opportunity to concur or perhaps make suggestions. Mr. Campbell said he could see no reason why the Board couldn' t have a copy. Mr. Albert Goldman, Pleasant Street, said the Planning Board is requesting the Selectmen to concur in the study of traffic and is going to ask the Town to appropriate money for this purpose. He said he assumed the study allowed the Town Engineer and his consultants to study alternatives in the area. He said it did not seem to him that the Town Engineer should be so directed in his con- sideration of what the best alternative is . He said the Town Engineer should be free to report without this prior comment of the Board. The Chairman felt Mr. Goldman had miscon8trued the statement. He explained there is a traffic problem of which the Town Engineer is well aware. He will look into it, see what the solukt404 ; are and this is the area. It includes the traffic circle in East Lexington ,all of Watertown Street and Pleasant Street. He said they are given the problem, will have the funds and will study it. Mr. Goldman said he concurred with that and urged that the Planning Board statement not be made public. He said the Planning Board is ruling out one of the possible alternatives that might relieve this possible problem when it sees that Emerson Road between Massachusetts Avenue and Route 2 is not acceptable to the Planning Board. He said the Engineer is bound to be influenced. The Chairman said Mr. Goldman was reading something into it that may not be there. What the Board' s course will be, no one knows. He said the Planning Board has agreed to give the Selectmen a copy of the statement and the final statement may or may not be what it is now. Mr. Adams, Editor of the Lexington Minute-man asked if the statement would be released to the paper. The Chairman said he thought what the Planning Board was saying is, it is thinking of issuing a statement. Mr. Adams said this is an open meeting and the state- ment was read here . 249 The Planning Board agreed to have a copy of the statement available for the press. The Planning Board retired at 10:05 P .M. Mr. Gray said some time back, the Town sold a lot to a Mr. Wallace. He submitted a plan and said there is a small piece, which he indicted on the plan, that Mr. Wallace wouldlike to purchase, that was not in the de- Tax title seription. Mr. Cataldo said the Boardvoted to sell it to him. The Chairman said the Board had nootiVection. Mr. Gray said Mrs . Battin suggested that a room at the Tourists' Center be made available for a resources' room. Mr. Cataldo said the room in that building is not finished and the Chamber of Commerce has a very strong feeling this building should not be open during the winter. If the building is not kept open, it won' t be heated. Room for The Chairman directed Mr. Gray to tell Mrs . Battin TIOIA the continued year-round use of the building is not con- templated. There is limited space in the Town Office Building, but if the Board can find room, it will consider it. He explained until more office space is available in the Town Office Building, the Board is restricted in what it pan do. Mr. Cataldo brought up the subject of a Town Office Building Committee. Town Office The Chairman said this is a committee the Board has committee to appoint and asked each member of the Board to come in next week prepared to submit names to be considered for appointment to the committee. Mr. Higgins said there was a meeting scheduled for Wednesday afternoon relative to Chapter 90 allotments for Chapter 90 1967. He said, as he recalled it, the Board must be funds specific in its request for funds but not on the location. The Chairman asked if has had the figure for the money, and Mr. Higgins replied in the affirmative. He said for the purpose of this hearing, he would just state the amount. The Chairman said there is a possibility this money may be used for Worthen Road or Lowell Street. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 10:15 P.M. A true record, Attest., tive, Cler�t, Selec en 5( ac SRLECTMEN'S MEETING September 26, 1966 1 A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Selectmen' s Room, Town Office Building, on Monday, September 26, 1966, at 7:30 P.M. Chairman Cole, Messrs. Burnell, Cataldo, Sheldon and Mabee were present. Mr. Legro, Town Counsel, Mr. Gray, Executive Assistant, Mr. Carroll, Superintendent of Public Works, and Miss Murray, Executive Clerk, were also present. At the request of Miss McDonough, Town Clerk, three jurors were drawn. Those individuals drawn for jury Jurors duty were: William S. Doane, 19 Wheeler Road; Lyle R. Johnson, 22 Spring Street; Richard B. Shaner, 40 Williams Road. Hearing was declared open upon petition of Mr. John 3. Carroll, Superintendent of Public Works, for permission to store 5,000 gallons of gasoline and 5,000 gallons of diesel futl oil in underground tanks at 201 Bedford Street, Public Works Garage. Gasoline Notices of the hearinb were mailed, certificate of storage mailing, to the owners of the property deemed to be affected as they appear on the most recent tax list, and also advertised in the September 15, 1966 issue of the Lexington Minute man. The application was approved September 9, 1966 by Walter F. Spellman, Chief Engineer of the Fire De- partment. Mr. Cataldo explained the gasoline would be used in Town vehicles and the diesel fuel oil is also for the Town vehicles. No one present wished to be recorded in favor and the Chairman said he would declare that portion of the hearing closed. No one present wiRhed to be recorded in opposition and the Chairman said he would declare that portion of the hearing closed. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to issue a license for the storage of 5,000 gallons of gasoline and 5,000 gallons of diesel fuel oil in underground tanks located at the Public Works Garage, 201 Bedford Street. At 7:33 P.M. , hearing was deolared open upon peti- tion of the New England Telephone and Telegraph Company and the Boston Edison Company for permission to locate JO poles, guy wire and anchor on Pleasant Street. Mr. Dunn, representing the New England Telephone and Telegraph Company, and Mr. Pratt, representing the Zvi the Boston Edison Company, were the only persons present at the hearing. Pole lo- Notices of the hearing were mailed to the pati- cations tioners, owners of the property as listed on the petitioners' plans and also filed with the Superintendent of Public Works. Mr. Pratt explained the petition for relocation was due to street work at the intersection of Pleasant Street and the Concord Highway. The Chairman asked if this was due to construction and Mr. Pratt replied in the affirmative. No member of the Board had any questions. Mrs. John Mott-Smith, 108 Pleasant Street, questioned the proposed relocation and asked to see the plans. The proposed locations were explained by Mr. Dunn. Mrs. Mott-Smith said she thought she could speak for the neighbors and said if no other poles are planned than those that were there all summer, there would be no ob- jection. If there are to be any other changes, she would like to know. The Chairman explained notices are sent to the abutters on such change as this and a public hearing is held. The hearing was declared closed and upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the petition and sign the order for the following d0 poles, guy wire and anchor locations: Pleasant Street, northwesterly side, northeasterly from a point approximately 116 feet northeast of Wellington Lane Avenue, -- Five (5) poles, two (2) guy wire and anchors on 4th pole. (Eleven existing JO poles to be removed. ) Pleasant Street, southeasterly side, northeasterly from a point approximately 56 feet northeast of Cambridge-Concord Highway, -- Five (5) poles. Messrs. Dunn and Pratt retired at 7:40 P.M. Mr. Gray stated he had a discussion with the Veterans' Agent regarding the room now being used by him as an Office officer. There is another room next to the quarters for Vet- used by the Welfare Department which is about two and Brans' one half times larger. He said the Agent has part-time Agent clerical help and he realizes there is a committee appointed to look into office space, but before anything comes of this, it would be two years. He would like permission to move into that room. The Chairman asked if this is the room where the ammonia fumes are, and Mr. Gray replied in the affirmative. He said the machine would be moved. Mr. Carroll asked what Mr. Gray planned to do with the printing machine. 252 N It was agreed that Mr. Gray and Mr. Carroll get to- gether and work out some satisfactory solution. Mr. Gray reported a Mr. Lawless, who purchased the Cummings' property, called him. Mr. Lawless ' son is Cummings' coming in to see Mr. Gray this week and inform him exactly property what plans they have for the property. Mr. Gray reported it is the recommendation of the Traffic Study Committee that a taxi stand be located on the southerly side of Massachusetts Avenue from Wallis Court, fifty feet westerly. The committee also recommended that the bus stop be located on the southerly side of Massachusetts Avenue from Wallis Court, sixty feet easterly. The Chairman said Mr. Gray would notify the bus company of this if it is approved. Mr. Gray stated the Traffic Rules and Regulations give the Board authority to designate taxi stands and bus stops. He also said the Traffic Study Committee is unani- mous in its recommendation. Taxi Stand Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to designate a taxi stand on the southerly side of Massa- chusetts Avenue from Wallis Court 50 feet westerly. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Bus Stop to approve a bus stop on the southerly side of Massa- chusetts Avenue from Wallis Court 60 feet easterly. Notice was received from the Department of Natural Resources, Robert L. Yasi, Commissioner, relative to a hearing to be held October 14, 1966, at 11:00 A.M. , Room Hearing 480 State House, pertaining to the adoption of regulations under authority of Chapter 220 of the Acts of 1965. Mr. Carroll said he planned to attend the hearing and also that Mr. Gray said he would go. The Chairman read a letter from Eric T. Clarke, Clerk, Six Moon Hill, Inc. , in regard to the traffic flow on the Fern Street and Moreland Avenue approaches to Moon Hill Road. The Chairman said the Board of Selectmen has sug- gested to the Planning Board that an overall study be made of this whole area and money be put in the budget Traffic for it , and that it be done either directly under the Superintendent of Public Works or hire a cons4ltant who would be under the jurisdiction of the Superintendent of Public Works. He said he would thank Mr. Clarke for the letter, refer it to the Traffic Study Committee for the time being and then through the Traffic Study Com- mittee or through John Carroll, directly to the Committee. The Board agreed. I 23 The Chairman read a letter from the Belmont Seleotmm advising that Board has no plans, at the present time, for the widening of Winter Street in Belmont, and there are no plans for change in zoning or land use in this area. Watertown Letter was received from Commis::ioner Edward J. Ribbs, St. Route in reply to the Board' s letter of September 12, 1966, 2 Inter- regarding land use in relation to traffic projections change and the Board' s concern over a Worthen Road connection with Route 2. Mr. 1tabee said he had some misgivings about recom- mending to the Town or going before the Department of Public Works that the Town build Worthen Road. He said he would like to look into it. He said he went all through the records that he has from the Planning Board and he did not see any notation of that whatever. He recalled Mr. Carroll talking about it time and time again. He recalled the Department of Public Works stating the Town had three connections to Route 2, and tell them where it wanted then. If the Town wanted one for Worthen Road, which one would it give up. The Commissioner is now saying, in this new count, they really don't need to see a road because the State taked into consideration the future development and growth even if the read is not there now. Mr. Cataldo said Commissioner Ribbs also said he wanted a specific layout and timetable. going a ' Mr. Mabee said generally, he has some misgivings about head full-fledged on this Worthen Road. He said he was not going to rush into it and support it at the moment until he knew a lot more about it. He said it a stand was taken by the Board this evening, he probably would be opposed to it. Mrs. George P. Morey, President of the Lexington Historical Society, met with the Board. She had with her Mr. Larry Whipple. The Chairman read a letter from Mrs. Morey requesting the use of the basement room in the Visitors' Center two nights a week through the fall and winter to carry on its Use of work with the artifacts uncovered at the Hancock Clarke Visitors' site. Center Mrs. Morey said she thoug,it a letter received on Room Friday would be distributed to the Board. She stated they are working on what many of them think is quite important and last year during the winter months, they did the washing, scrubbing operation in Charles Cole' s office. His office no longer exists and they have no place to continue the operation. The Society is asking for temporary use, one night a week, maybe two nights during October, until they can get the work done . She stated the operation taken two and a half hours an evening 111 and it is a group of responsible citizens who work in the evening. 254 NQ The Chairman said the Board has been getting requests for the use of the building in the fall and winter months . The Board had decided it was going to close the build- ing in the winter months as it is not going to be manned by the Chamber of Commerce. Mrs. Morey asked if the Board planned to close the building. Mr. Cataldo replied it has not been definitely de- cided. Mr. Carroll said he thought it was decided to close the building October 30. Mrs. Morey said they have discussed this with Lee Tarbox who had expected the building would be manned all year. She said when it was discussed at Town Meeting she was sure Mr. York talked about a building that was going to be available year 'round. She said she thought Lee Tarbox still has people committed to work through the winter. She said Lee thought, and she was sure it was presented to Town Meeting, this would be avail- able through the year. The Society is requesting a place to carry on this work which it feels is very much for the benefit of the Town. The Historical Society supports the Town attractions. The Public Works keeps the grounds at- tractive and enhances the buildings. She said the work now being done is pro-Town at the Society' s expense. She said if there is an expense such as heating, the Society would like to be told so it can consider if it would be in its budget. The historical houses close the first of November. The Chairman asked if the historical houses would lend themselves to something like this. Mrs. Morey replied in the negative and said they need hot and cold water, heat and light. Mr. Sheldon slid he assumed this would go on this winter but not another winter. Mrs. Morey said this is temporary They are two- thirds done. Mr. Sheldon asked if the request was for one winter, all winter, or what. Mrs. Morey replied it will be two nights a week in October and then for one night a week. Mr. Sheldon asked if that would take November, Decem- ber and January, or what. Mr. Whipple replied it will keep them busy for one night a week all winter long. Mr. Mabee said when it was first discussed about the use of this building, before it was open, the Selectmen had reservations in their minds about making up a final policy. He said he thought the Board thought it would listen to requesttit received from the various groups. He said all the requests are reasonable and for the good of the Town. He said he thought the Board should work 255 out a policy now that it has a basis to go on, adopt it, and that is it. He said it is time to announce the policy. Mr. Sheldon suggested that the Board take Mrs. Morey' s request under advisement. Mrs. Morey said they could use the back door and go down the bulkhead stairs to the basement. The building would not be overlighted and would not attract people into it. The Chairman said whenever the public buildings are open, a custodian is there, and asked if the Historical Society would be willing to pay the custodian. Mr. Carroll said small committees have been permitted to use the buildings like that without a custodian. Mrs. Morey said she wished the Board would let her sit in with it when the policy is being discussed. Mrs. Morey and Mr. Whipple retired at 8:15 P.M. Mr. Sheldon suggested, and the Board agreed, that Mrs. Morey be told a decision would be deferred until next Monday night. Notice was received from Mr. Charles T. Pheeney that the next meeting of the Regional Refuse Study Com- mittee would be held at the BedHord Town Hall on Wednesday, October 5, at 8:00 P.M. Refuse Mr. Cataldo said he thought someone should be ap- pointed to attend these meetings. The Chairman said he would see that the meeting is covered. Mr. Carroll and Mr. Gray both said they would attend. The Chairman read a letter from Chief Corr request- ing appointment of Lieutenant Paul E. Furdon, Acting Chief, while he is attending the International Association of Acting Chiefs of Police Convention in Philadelphia. Chief of Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Police to appoint Lieutenant Paul E. Furdon, Acting Chief of Police during the time Chief Corr is out of State, October 1, 1966 through October 6, 1966, or until he retbrns to assume his duties. The Chairman reported the Committee on the Imple- mentation of Lexington Center has reached the point of Architect recommending an architect to the Board of Selectmen. The comilittee unanimously recommends Mr. John Aly of Mason & Frey, Cambridge, who is a resident of Lexington. The other architect who was considered was Vincent Merrill. The committee has seen carious work they have done. Mr. Frey is a much younger architect but they are both compe- tent. However, it is the recommendation of the committee 256 NQ that Mr. Frgy be appointed. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the committee' s recommendations . The Chairman asked Mr. Gray to see that Mr. Frey is notified and arrange a meeting. The Chairman read a notice, dated September 15, Notice 1966, received from the Appropriation Committee relative to 1967 budgets . Letter was received from Mr. Gray C. Tembly, 1.9 Wollaston Avenue, Arlington, suggest&ng that the Painted painted plywood panels around the construction in Lex- Panels ington Center be auctioned off. It was agreed to forward a copy of the letter to the owners of the property involved. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant permission to Mr. William E. Maloney to move a Permit building, approximately 12' x 16/ from Emerson Gardens to Arlex Oil Corp. , 275 Massachusetts Avenue, subject to the approval of Chief Corr and Superintendent Carroll. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Innkeeper to grant an Innkeeper' s license to the RHD Realty and Development Corp. , 1720 Massachusetts Avenue. Upon motion duly made and seconded , it was voted to grant a Common Victualler license to the Lexington Common Indoor Tennis Corp. , 475 Bedford Street, license to be Victualler held pending receipt of a favorable report from the Board of Health. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Minutes to approve the minutes of the Selectmen â–º s Meeting held on September 19, 1966. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing, deliberating or voting on matters, which, if made public, Executive might adversely affect the public security, the financial Session interest of the Town, or the reputation of any person. Following discussion relative to a parcel of land the Town might be interested in acquiring, an equity suit, land takings and an incident involving an em- ployee, it was voted to resume the open meeting. I 257 The Appropriation Committee and Capital Expendi- tures Committee met with the Board, and the Chairman said he would turn the meeting over to Mr. Cataldo. He ref4rred to the blackboard on the wall and the meeting concerns Worthen Road. Mr. Cataldo informed the group that the Selectmen had many meetings with the Department of Public Works, and at this point, has come up with nothing concrete. He said he, at least, felt a connector for Worthen Road and Route 2 is an absolute necessity. He stated the Selectmen met last week with the Planning Board, and it was felt if the Town can get a suitable connector for dorthen Road, con - struction of the road in its entirety should be considered. He reported receipt of a letter from Commissioner Ribbs, of the Department of Public Works, and stated #1, the Commissioner wants a grade plan and the location of Worthen Road. #2, he wants a construction schedule presented be- fore going any further on a connector. Mr. Cataldo said this is a must as far as he was concerned. Mr. Cataldo explained the various sections of Worthen Road as shown on the blackboard and the committee members were given prepared costs involved. He explained the estimates do not include a possible grade separation at Marrett Road. Mr. Noyes asked if the Board proposed to do this in one or ten years. Mr. Cataldo asked what the committee feitt. would be a proper schedule and stated this is the basis of the discussion. Mr. Noyes said the Town would be asked to spend three times what it would normally have to spend. He said he was in favor of the road, but the real question is, is the traffic at such a state the Town cannot wait three years or five years. He asked what the amount was carried by the Capital Expenditures Committee. Mr. Boughton replied $10,000. Mr. Cataldo explained if the Board started right now and went to the Department of Public Works for a connector, it would be three years before the Town gets it. Mr. Noyes asked what the Board' s estimate was if it took five years, that some developer might do some build- ing in the meantime and cut down the cost somewhat. Mr. Carroll reported that there is a possibility the Covenant Church will sell its property. He said from what he could see, there isn't any liklihood in the near future of the piece between Marrett Road and Colonial Acres being done. He said the last time he talked to the people in the church, they were trying to sell the piece of land. This was six months ago. 258 LTC N4 Mr. Noyes asked what the maximum time was that the Department of Public Works would stand still. Mr. Cataldo replied he would say they would accept up to three years. Mr. Chapin said the Board is talking maybe two or three years. In the cornnittee' s report two years ago, the cost, it was given at that time for the portions of the road, has gone up 20%. Mr. Carroll said that was about right . Mr. Chapin asked if it was correct to assume an addi- tional 20% or 30%. Mr. Carroll replied in the negative and said in the figures, he tried to make the estimates high enough so if the road is constructed within two or three years, the estimate would prevail. Mr. Cataldo pointed out there is a possibility of using Chapter 90 funds, but other than that , at this date he did not know of any other funds. d Mr. GBoughton asked what the relation was between this construction and the argument of various ways of coming off Route 2. Mr. Cataldo replied the Board is asking the Department of Public Works to consider a complete traffic problem from Watertown Street to Waltham Street. The Board is asking for a design of the complete area. Mr. Noyes asked if the Selectmen had the power to complete the whole road and asked if it did not need the support of the Planning Board/ The Chairman said the Selectmen would like all the support they can get. Mr. Gray stated the urgency for this is that one section of Route 2 is now under construction and the other section is under design. The Chairman said once the department goes beyond the design stage, the Town is defeated. Mr. Cataldo said the Board has to go into the Depart- ment of Public Works with some position. Mrs . Souza asked what the Town would have to give to get the connection, and Mr. Cataldo replied the Board does not know at this point. Mrs . Souza asked what the Board would like, and Mr. Cataldo replied, depending on the connection it gets at Worthen Road, will depend on what the Board wants at Watertown Street. He said once the Board knows what it is going to get for a connector, then it can make some plans. The Chairman said he hoped whatever the Board can evolve out of this, it would be in a good position to bargain with the department for a good entrance and exit there. 259 Mr. Mabee said the Town was told a long time ago there would be three connections to Route 2. The Chairman said the Town had to have Worthen Road constructed from Route 2 to Marrett Road before the de- partment would consider an entrance there. The estimate at that time was $1,000,000. Mr. Mabee said his point was, there would be three connections to Route 2, and he was only concerned about this plan ending up with four connections. He said he really doubted that four connections, at the cost this has been proposed, is worth it. He said it really changes the concept of Worthen Road as it was originally planned. The Chairman said the Board was asking for support at Town Meeting if it comes up with an acceptable solution for building Worthen Road that will tie into Route 2. Mr. Noyes asked if the Board had a tentative timetable it wants to recommend. Mr. Cataldo explained the biggest impact would be if the Board can say it is going to recommend finishing Worthen Road in its entirety at this March meeting. He said the Board is asking the two groups how can the Board get this done and the two boards support it. He explained if all boards agree to support a three-year plan, it would bring fruit at the Department of Public Works. Mr. Noyes asked, assuming there was a plan that every- one agreed on, would this mean an expenditure starting this March. Mr. Cat$ldo replied in the affirmative. Mr. Sheldon said this would be bonded over a period. Mr. Cataldo said if the Board is going to recommend the Worthen Road be constructed, maybe the advantage to the Town would be to do it in one contract and bond it. He said either way is to bea suitable connection or the y ui Town is not going ahead with it . The Appropriation Committee and the Capital Expendi- tures Committee left the meeting at 10:05 P.M. to discuss the subject. The Chairman said last week the Board agreed to do something on the creation of a Town Office Building, and his thought is that the Public Works Building Committee has been so successful, he would like to see something similar. He explained that committee had a member from the Board of Selectmen, Capital Expenditures Committee, Appropriation Committee, a representative from the TMMA, Mr. Gray and Mr. Carroll. Mr. Cataldo said the courtesy of voting was extended to the TMMA member, and Otis Brown, its representative would like to serve on this committee. Mr. York said Mr. Brown is Vice President of the TMMA and maybe Chairman next year . 260 CAD Mr. Cataldo said Mr. Brown asked for it and he told him he would bring this up to the Board. 11 The Chairman said he would leave it up to Mr. York and the Board would consider the TMMA recommendation. The Chairman said the Board should ask the other two committees whom they want to serve. Mr. Cataldo said he would serve on the committee and he would re- commend him again for this committee. It was agreed that the Town Office Building Com- mittee be of the same makeup as the Town Barn Committee, but not necessarily the same individuals. The Chairman said Mr. Cataldo would carry on, on the Town Office Building Committee. Mr. Cataldo said if the same individuals could serve on this committee, it would be of great value because it was a good working committee, it met at eight o'clock every Friday morning, and the members are familiar with much of the work. Mr. York said he would let the Board know in a day or s o. Further consideration was given to Mrs. Morays re- quest, on behalf of the Lexington Historical Society, for permission to use the basement of the Visitors ' Center. Mr. Sheldon asked whether the building was going to be open or not and what the Chamber of Commerce' s position is. Visitors' He said he was under the impression it was not to be open, Center Mr. Cataldo said the Board should set up some guide lines and see what it is going to do. Mr. Sheldon said if the building is going to be open and the Chamber of Commerce is not going to man it , this has to be resolved. He said he wanted to know how the Chamber of Commerce feels and how the Superintendent of Public Works feels about obligations in the winter on which he had not planned. Mr. Carroll said the money he has for janitor's services is sufficient if the building is open. Mr. Sheldon asked if Mr. Carroll had any objection, and he replied in the negative. Mr. Burnell said he would hope the building would be open. Mr. York said Mr. Tarbox was surprised that the building was going to be closed. Mr. Carroll said the suggestion of closing the build- ing was Mr. Tarbox' s idea. Mr. York said he would get an answer for the Board. Mr. Sheldon felt the Board should take a week to make some notes on this. The Chairman said the Board should clarify the Chamber of Commerce's position and decide upon the availability of this building. He said it may be the Board will have to say government organizations and those that are in part, including the Historical Society, subsidized to some extent by the Town. 261 Mr. Sheldon suggested that the Board advise Mrs. Morey a decision would be deferred until next Monday night, and the Board agreed. The Chairman asked about the status of the chairs for the Selectmen's Room. Mr. Cataldo said he would like to have a couple of Chairs samples for the Board to look at, and it was agreed that Mr. Cataldo would bring in two samples for next Monday. Mr. Carroll referred to the drain easement on Green Lane and said he thought Mr. and Mrs. Tryon were present and probably wanted to speak about it. Mr. Tryon said the point he would like to make is that this construction will cause a trench to be dug thrcugh "this area", which he indicated on a sketch he drew on the blackboard, none feet deep before it reaches ✓ the hardpan and possibly a similar depth through "there". He said if this trench were dug, first it would drain all of the valley and there would be an eight or nine foot trench to drain the valley. He said what would happen is that the storm sewer pipe will be laid "in Green Lane there" and then there will be sand, gravel, bank gravel drain fill for the bed of the pipe. Tiis will slow down the easements drainage of the valley. The result will be a lowering of the water table on all sides of this trench. He said hie interest in this is the fact that all of his trees in this area, needed as a sound barrier for the Route 2 traffic, and needed for the view and scheme of their home, are the red maple. The roots do not go deep and lower- ing the water table will kill all of these tiiees and impose a very serious damage on him. He said these trees could not be replaced; such trees would cost $200 or more and would come to some $27,000 for the eighty-five trees. He said he was a specialist in botany and in this particular case, has professional qualifications to state what will happen on this side to these two groups of trees, and for glia reason, they are opposed to "this" particular part of the sewer easement . Mr. Carroll stated the material on either side of the trench is peat and it is a very pervious material. He explained it is difficult to cause the water tabbe to be lowered on either side of any trench in which there is peat. He stated the flow line of the pipe along the property line for the Preshes and Tryons will be in the order of three feet below the surface of the groung. This is the base of the pipe. Mr. Tryon said when the two test holes were dug, both of them filled with water, and when his house was excavated, peat was removed and bank gravel was put in. They had to 262 C0.7 at n have a pump put in to remove the water. The Chairman asked if, when Mr. Tryon had the cellar hole dug, it lowered the water table at that time. Mr. Tryon replied in the negative and said this was an enclosed excavation. Mrs. Tryon said they would like to point out con- siderable damage has already been done. There is good evidence of damage that has already occurred, and there is every liklihood that the property will be greatly reduced in its value. She said it is also a sound barrier from Route 2, and the loss of that will depreciate the property. She said if Mr. Carroll would guarantee thempl3®tet6lower the water table, they would go along with him. Mr. Carroll said he could not guarantee anything. The Chairman said if there were a long drought, it would seem to him this could lower the water table. Mr. Carroll replied it certainly could. Mr. Tryon said the part where the red maples grow has remained wet. Mr. Carroll said the property is wet right now; there is no question about it . Mr. Tryon said if lowering of the water table can be prevented, that is the question; otherwise, those trees will die. Mr. Carroll said he would do everything he could to keep from lowering the water table. Mr. Sheldon asked if it was Mr. Carroll' s considered opinion that it would not be lowered. Mr. Carroll replied it is his considered opinion and stated he did not think it would be lowered anyway. The Chairman asked if he had had any similar situ- ation, and Mr. Carroll replied in the affirmative. He said he has found it very difficult to lower the water table in peat. The Chairman asked if there was anything further to be offered at this time and if not, the question would come on the taking orders. Mr. Legro stated he did not have the order for the Tryon or Presho properties. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adopt an order of taking for drainage easements in certain strips of land owned by Gerald and Elizabeth Boghorian, Joseph R. And Dora B. Evans, Anthony and Barbara DiPietro, Angelo and Louise DiPietro; lots 16 through 21. It was further voted that no damages are to be awarded, the Board having determined that no damages have been sustained. (See Selectmen' s Files- Easements 1966. ) Mr. Carroll said before the Board takes any action on the Tryon and Presho properties, he did tell Mr. and Mrs. Tryon he would show them a plan. 263 When the Appropriation Committee and the Capital Expenditures Committee returned to the meeting, Mr. Noyes, representing the Appropriation Committee, read the following statement: "We understand your problem and are sympathetic with your need for an ear -answer. However, before giving any definite reply, we should like the opportunity, before the end of the week, to try to convene with the other members of this committee, or, failing that, at least to communicate with the other members in an effort to obtain a consensus of opinion. We will communicate with you by the end of this week." Mr. Chapin, representing the Capital Expenditures Committee, read the following statement : "The Capital Expenditures Committee has been and is now in favor of the general concept of Worthen Road. Obviously, any support for the current project comtemplating the completion of Worthen Road by the Town is contingent upon the satisfactory solution of the eastern terminus of Worthen Road - that is, Watertown Street Pleasant Street interchanges at Route 2. Furthermore this solution must have the approval of the Planning Board. Our support is and will be contingent upon a con- sideration of priority and upon coordination of this public works project with other capital ex- pense projects of our Public Works Department. Serious consideration should be given to the reduction or the postponement of other public works capital expense projects." Mr. Noyes said his committee would like to have a copy of the letter from the Department of Public Works. °r The Chairman said Mr. Gray and the Comptroller could get together as this is an open file. Mx- Cataldo said if the committee was going to meet and would like him to attend, he would be pleased to do so. The Chairman said the Board received a letter from the Appropriation Committee regarding 1967 budgets. He Budgets said the Board would cooperate and is in favor of the early approach. The Chairman said the Public Works building Com- mittee was so successful the Board feels the time has Town Offbe come to appoint a committee for the Town Office Build- Committee ing and it is hoped that the same committee would serve. 264 ac N r, He said he would leave it with the Appropriation Com- mittee to come up with a designee. The Board hopes the same individual who served on the Town Barn Co,- mittee will be appointed, but if not, the Board would go along with the Committee's choice. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 11:00 P.M. A true record, Attest: J� tea' 17/ ecutiv Cler , Selec 1' en 14, I 1 25 S ,FCTMEN'S MEETING October 3, 1966 A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Selectmen' s Room, Town Office Building, on Monday, October 3, 1966, at 7:30 P.M. Chairman Cole, Messrs. Burnell, Cataldo, Sheldon and Mabee were pre- sent. Mr. Legro, Town Counsel, Mr. Gray, Executive Assistant, Mr. Carroll, Superintendent of Public Works, and Miss Murray, Executive Clerk, were also present. Mr. Legro said he had an Order of Taking for the slope easements on Lowell Street that the Board discussed at its last meeting and determined no betterments ; all Lowell St. except Sutherland. Slope ease Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted ments to adopt an Order of Taking of slope easements on Lowell Street in the following form: COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS MIDDLESEX, SS. TOWN OF LEXiMON At a meeting of the Board of SeleOtriftt of the Town of Lexington held on the 3rd day of October, 1966, it is ORDERED: Whereas the Selectmen are the board of officers authorized to take land by eminent domain under Chapter 79 of the General Laws in connection with the laying out, widening, altering or relocating of a public way in Lexing- ton, And NOW, THEREFORE, we, the undersigned, being a majority of the Board of Selectmen of said Town of Lexington, duly elected and qualified and acting as such, do hereby, under and by virtue of the provisions of Section 32B of Chapter 82 of the General Laws and of the provisions of Chapter 79 of the General Laws, and all acts in amendment thereof and in addition thereto, and of any and every other power and authority us hereto in any way enabling, take in the name and on behalf of said Town of Lexington the perpetual rights and easements to enter upon, remove, deposit, slope, bank and maintain upon the parcels of land hereinafter described whatever material, filling or support may be deemed necessary for the protection of the street to be reconstructed within the location of Lowell Street, a public way in said Lexington, said parcels of land being situated on the westerly and WHEREAS, the Selectmen have determined that it is neces- sary to construct slopes in certain land hereinafter described abutting on Lowell Street in Lexington in order to protect the land within the locations of said public way. CJ 264 cr x cl x. easterly sides of said Lowell Street and being shown on a plan entitled "Plan of Slope Easements Lowell St. Lexington Mass." , dated July 21, 1966, by John J. Carroll, Town Engi- neer, to be recorded herewith, to which plan reference is hereby made for a more particular description of each of said parcels of land. Said rights and easements in the above described parcels of land are taken without interference with or prejudice to the rights of the owners, except so far as is reasonably necessary in the exercise of the rights and easements hereby taken, and there is reserved to the owners and their heirs, successors and assigns, all their rights in and to the use of their land lying within said above described parcels for all lawful purposes not incon- sistent with the use thereof for all of the purposes for which said rights and easements are hereby taken. On each occasion that the Town enteresupon the land in which the aforesaid rights and easements are taken and performs any work thereon, it shall be the obligation of the Town to remove all surplus material and to leave the sur- face of the premises in reasonably as good condition as when the entry was made . Any trees upon the land included within the above described parcels of land are included within the taking. The land in which the aforesaid rights and easements are taken is believed to belong to the following namedparties, but if the names of the owners of any of said land or of any interest therein is not stated or is not correctly stated, it is to be understood that such land or interest is owned by an owner or owners unknown to us: Unregistered land Lots as Indicated. Owner on Aforesaid Plan Antonia E. Kirouac and Ruth M. Kirouac, Husband and wife Lot R 1 John E. Allen and Ruth M. Allen, husband and wife Lot B Realty Developing Company, Inc. Unnumbered Lot Owner or owners unknown Unnumbered Lot �q 267 1 No betterments are to be assessed for this improvement. Sidewalk betterments have been assessed under a prior order. And said Board, having considdred the question of damages, hereby determines that no damages have been sustained and none are awarded. WITNESS our hands at Lexington aforesaid this 3rd day of October, 1966. TOWN OF LEXINGTON By /s/ Lincoln P. Cole, Jr. /s/ Robert Cataldo /s/ Levi G. Burnell /s/ I H. Mabee /s/ George C. Sheldon Majority or the Board of Selectmen COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS Middlesex, Se. October 3, 1966 Then personally appeared the above-named Lincoln P. Cole, jr. , Levi G. Burnell, Robert Cataldo, George C. Sheldon and Irving H. Mabee, known to me to be a majority of the duly elected, qualified and acting Selectmen of the Town of Lex- ington, and severally acknowledged the foregoing instrument to be their free act and deed, before me, /s/ Donald E. Legro Notary .Public My commission expires:March 14, 1970 Mr. Legro said he had a question en a tax title lot the Board voted some time ago to convey to Eugene F. Delfino and Mildred E. Delfino, lot 77 on Reed Street. Tax title He explained this is a small lot having a frontage on Reed Street of 30 33 feet and about 100 feet depth which fronts on Garfield Street. He said in the information given to him it was stated. Mr Delfino also wanted to acquire lot 78 but the title was not clear and this lot I ac N C'] M1- CNa° would be considered later on and offered to him when the title was cleared. He explained lot 78 separates the land he now owns from lot 77 so there can't be any com- bining of lots. He statedalthough it may be impossible to construct on a thirty-foot lot , it creates a problem that confronts the Board of Appeals. As a practical matter, they can' t construct a building because the lot is only thirty feet wide and there is nothing which it can be combined with until lot 78 is clear. Mr. Gray stated the original taking of the land by the Town was not clear on lot 78. At Mr. Delfino' s re- quest, the Board agreed to sell lot 77 and when the title is clear on lot 78, the Board would entertain an offer and then this would be combined with the existing lot. Mr. Sheldon said that would be a condition of sale. Mr. Legro suggested thatthe deed bis written for a period of years, probably ninety-nine years , unless, in the meantime, it is combined with other land of the grantee. 11 Mr. Gray said this is agreeable to Mr Delfino. Mr. Legro said if that is the understanding, the deed will be so drawn. Mr. Gray saidhe had a letter from Mr. Harry E. King, 6 Scotland Road, accepting the Board' s offer of $500 in King settlement for the sewer easement through a 15 foot strip settlement of land along the southwesterly boundary line of lot 46. Mr. Legro is to prepare a confirmatory deed. Mr. Gray said he had a letter from Alfred S. Busa, requesting that the cash bond posted on Circle Road be reduced to $10,000. Mr. Carroll said the figure is correct. Mr. Legro suggested th9t this be cleared with the Busa Bond Planning Board because this portion of Circle Road was to be a second access . He said he knew the Planning Board has relaased lots on that subdivision because the Town has a substantial bond which would provide for the completion of the second access. The Chairman asked Mr. Gray to check with the Planning Board. Mr. Gray said he had a letter from Mr. MacInnes, Administrative Assistant, School Department, regarding additional poles around the Bridge School. He submitted School a plan entitled "PPreliminary Street Lighting Layouts lighting Elementary School Building, Middleby Rd. Lexington" , and indicated the proposed pole locations. The school de- partment approves the location of the poles but requests L 269 underground wiring. There is not sufficient funds in the appropriation to do this . He reporteda conversation with Mr. Crimp and said the cost is at least $70,000 and he does not feel it is necessary. Mr. Gray also mentioned a figure of $2,000. TheChairman said the school committee could find the money or ask for a transfer. Mr. Carroll said this is not a problem for the Board of Selectmen. It was the opinion of the Board this was not a :) matter to be decided upon by the Board of Selectmen, and Mr. Gray was requested to so advise Mr. Maclnnes. Mr. Carroll reported bids on Massachusetts Avenue Chapter 90 construction will be taken tomorrow. Bids Mr. Carroll reported that next Monday -:the State Department of Public ,dorks plans to close off Concord Concord Avenue and Route 2 for a period of about one month. Avenue & This is due to construction involving the construction Route 2 of a sewer main and due to the construction where the present section of Route 2 is being abandoned. He said he would take care of inserting a notice in the paper this week. The Chairman asked what hours the dump is now open. Mr. Carroll replied commencing September 30, the dump is open from eight until five, and this is in the rules and regulations which have been in effect for a couple of years. He explained two years ago, the rules were Dump rules changed so the dump would close at five beginning & regu- September 30. lations The Chairman said there seems to be a substantial amount of the populous that wants to use the dump after five. Mr. Carroll said it is dark, and this procedure has been done for three years, but it is up to the Board, and he would do whatever the Board wanted. He did recommend that the hours remain the way they are now. No member of the Board felt inclined to make a change in the present rules and regulations governing the closing hours of the dump Mr. Carroll referred to a sewer easement on Grove street and a proposed taking, which he said was west of the bridge in conjunction with the sewer mains being put Grove St. in this year. He said in order to sewer this particular sewer section of Grove Street, which he indicated on the plan, he felt it would be better to put the sewer in the rear of the properties shown on the plan. He explained all 270 ca N C, property owners have been contacted and are pleased with the location suggested. He explained a drain easement over property of Royal D. and Lois W. Chandler, and said Mrs. Chandler knows about it. In his opinion, the total damages are nominal. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize Town Counsel to prepare the necessary Order of Taking for the Board' s signature . Letter was received from Robert V. Ericson, 14.0 Shade Grandview Street, requesting permission to speak before the Board Avenue when the subject of streets comes up for discussion. His request is relative to his petition for construction of street, sewer and water in the remainder of Grandview Avenue. Mr. Donald K. Irwin, Building Inspector, met with the Board. The Chairman referred to Mr. Irwin' s letter of September 21, 1966 to the Appropriation Committee in- quiring about next year' s budget. He asked if Mr. Irwin had anything he wanted to say in regard to an Assistant Building Inspector. Mr. Irwin said he thought it should be verified Assistant just what his capacity will be. He said the Board was Building familiar with the problems regarding Board of Appeals Inspector zoning, etc. He asked if the Assistant would concentrate on that. He said if this person is going to act as a substitute, he should have the qualifications. The Chairman said if Mr. Irwin had, for instance, a master electrician, he would have to be broken in by Mr . Irwin. Mr. Irwin said he did not want to have someone be would have to break in in all aspects. The Chairman said this man would be directly under Mr. Irwin. Mr. Legro advised the Board that the Building By-Law names requirements . The Chairman read Section 2. , Article II, Assistant and Substitute Building Inspectors and said the Board would have to conform to the By-Law. Mr.Irwin said the amendment requires the Assistant to have the same qualifications as the inspector. Mr. Sheldon said he assumed Mr Irwin was preparing his budgets and he would be preparing for this man when he is appointed. The Chairman said Mr. Irwin would need some help from the Board as to the amount and he suggested that Mr. Irwin keep in touch with Mr. Gray. Mr. Irwin explained the necessity for requesting additional funds in his Expenses account and the Chair- man suggested that he get his request in for a transfer111 and the Board would process it. Mr. Irwin retired at 8:10 P.M 271 Notice was received from the Metropolitan District Commission relative to a hearing on October 21, 1966 at 11:00 A.M. on proposed improvements or extensions to the Metropolitan Water Supply System. MDC Hearin Mr. Carroll said he would find out whether it is worthwhile to attend. The Chairman read a letter from James E. Storer, Chairman of the Association for the Preservation of Bowman Park, requesting a hearing with the Board when Emerson it discusses the matter of Emerson Road. Road The Chairman said at such time as this subject is placed on the agenda, he would inform Mr. Storer. The Chairman read a letter from the Chamber of Commerce, dated October 3, 1966, in regard to the Visitors ! Center and the Chamber' s intention of keeping the Infor- mation Square open the year ' round. The Chairman explained this was brought about by various requests the Board has received for the use of the building in the evening, and this opens up for Visitors' discussion on what the ground rules for the Visitors' Center Center will be. Mr. Cataldo said the Board should limit it to Town committees , but until the building is set up , no one should use it. Mr. Sheldon was in favor of going along with Mr. Tarbox' suggestion to run into the winter months until such time as the Chamber of Commerce feels it should not be continued. The Board of Selectmen could then change the policy on this. He said as long as the building is open and manned, he could see no objection to the use requested by Mrs. Morey on behalf of the Lexington Histori- cal Society. Mr. Mabee pointed out that is not a Town Committee. Mr. Cataldo recalled other requests received from other organizations that have been denied, and if this request is granted, the Chamber of Commerce, Rotary and others should be given the same courtesy. Mr. Mabee said the building should be used as much as possible by those committees in Town performing a ser- vice, and he would be in favor of opening it up as mubh as possible as long as the building is going to be open and also having them participate in the cost of keeping it open, custodial care, heat, light, etc. Mr. Cataldo said the requets would be screened and some granted, others denied. Mr. Mabee said he would make a more definitive defi- ' nition of those able to use it, and he wouldgo along with 272 N Town Committees. He would not mind having a service group in Town use it if they paid for the heat, light and custodian care. The Chairman asked if there would be a schedule of rental fees similar to those used in renting Cary Hall and Mr. Mabee replied in the affirmative. Mr. Burnell said he did not think Town committees have been given the opportunity to use this yet. As far as he knew, there is no furniture in the two upper rooms and there is nothing to invite such people to meet there . He said there are committees working for town government who would use these rooms if they had the equipment to make it convenient for them to use the rooms . He said the first step is to get some furniture in there. He said it is a good building, anveniently located, and should be used as much as possible. Mr. Sheldon said until there is some furniture, the issue is academic as far as the upper floor is concerned. In the meantime, as far as h3 was concerned, the Board could defer the summer rules and regulations. The Historical Society request is not going to be permanent. It has a job to do and when it is done , it won't Want the space any more Mr. Burnell said he would be in favor of letting the Historical Society use the basement for this purpose under the direction of Mr. Carroll He said there may be a lot of sand involved in this washing business and dumping sand in sewer lines could block the sewer. The Chairman said the Board is in agreement that it maintain the winter hours 10:00 A.M. to_,4:00 F.M. Mr. Sheldonaid it is also agreed that the upper rooms should be ftaBitable. The Chairman said the surplus chairs in the Select- men' s Room were going to be used there Mr. York said there are a few dollars left in the building account, $700 or $800. The item for furniture was $1,000. Mr. Cataldo said some of the remaining funds should be reserved for the purpose of fixing the base on the diorama and this is something that should be done . The Chairman said he would sit down with Mr. Gray this coling week and prepare some rules for the Boa . to consider for the use of the building, and at this time, take up the request of the Historical Society. Motion was made to grant the use of the basement for this purpose to March 1, 1967, provided the Society pays for the custodian. Mr. Carroll questioned if a custodian was necessary. He did not think it necessary for a small committee . The Chairman said he would leave it up to Mr. Carroll to work this out with the Society. �7 ig Mr. York said there are quite a few things in the Information Center Mr. Burnell said the Society was going to use the rear entrance Mr. Cataldo said the Board would still be granting something now that it is basically opposed to . He said he could not see granting permission to do something the Board is not going to allow once the rules and regulations are established. He said the Board would be committing itself to things tt knew it was not going to allow at a later date. Mr. Sheldon said there are no rules and regulations yet and this request would be granted before they are set up. Mr. Carroll said if the Board is going to require a custodian, he suggested strongly that it be done on a flat fee basis because people argue about the cost of a custodian. He said the Board should arrive at a schedule of fees that would cover light, heat, etc. , plus the cus- todian fees . If it is $10.00 an hour, it is $10.00 an hour. The Chairman said the suggestion was germane to the overall problem, and at thts point, the Board is considering only the request of the Historical Society. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted that the Lexington Historical Society be granted the use of the Visitors? Center for two nights a week during the month of October and one night a week during the remaining winter months. They shall pay the janitorts fee for the number of hours the building is used until such time as the Board es- tablishes regular rates Mr Legro recommended that the Board, in allowing the use of any such building, require the users to provide insurance coverage for personal injury and property damage and provide certificates. He said for the benefit of private organizations , the Town subjects itself to the risk of liability for personal injury. The Chairman said Mr. Legro was suggesting a major policy change affecting all public buildings under the jurisdiction of tlletBoaBd of Selectmen . Mr. Sheldon said he would like to know what the cost is for such a policy. The Chairman said the Town does have liability policies on all its buildings, and Mr. Legro said not on the infor- mation given to him. Mr Gray statedit does not cover all buildings. Mr. Sheldon suggested that Mr Gray get some conclusive costsand also how many buildings are not covered. Messrs . Legro and Carroll retired at 8:35 P.M. X74 CI The Chairman read a letter from Nathan T. Sidley, President of the Lexington Democratic Club, requesting permission to maintain an election campaign headquarters on the property of the Depositors Trust Company and to post a sign on a light pole at the corner of Massachusetts Avenue and Depot Square Circle. The Chairman said the Board could vote legally if it has no objection to the trailer but the signs would have to go before the Historic Districts Commission. Mr. Cataldo pointed out that the poles belong to the Town and permission would have to be obtained from the Board of Selectmen. He said he did not think the Board could even grant permission to park the trailer. The Chairman said he would like to state the Board's position, that it is not against election headquarters for either party. Mr. Sheldon added, providing these things conform with existing by-laws and other regulations . , The Chairman saidthey needed some directions on these and if they have to go before the Board of Appeals , they would never get the trailer there because it would. not be approved until after election. He said if the bank wants ;bo give them permission, that is between the bank and this group. The Chairman asked Mr. Gray ito call Mr Sidley and explain to him that the Board can give them permission to place a sign approved by the Historic Districts Com- mission at such location as the Histrri6 District Com- mission approves; this Board has no objection to an approved sign. At 8:45 P.M. , Mr William Hamilton, 46 Asbury Street, met with the Board The Chairman read a letter from Mr Hamilton, dated September 30, 1966, stating the Town drains a tremendous Hamilton amount of water on his lot at the corner of Worthen Road drainage and Massachusetts Avenue and requesting that funds be in- cluded in the budget to lay adequate drainage pipe. Mr. Carroll said there is a question in his mind whether the Town has any specific rights into the pro- perty, and it has been doing this for many years . He said Mr. Hamilton asked if the Town wad pipe this and divide the cost. Mr. Carroll said he would like the Board to defer action on this for one week so he will have an opportuhity to get some information upon which the Board could base its decision. Mr. Hamilton had no objection. The Chairman said. if Mr. Carroll checks this out, and is in touch with Mr. Hamilton on whatever he presents to the Board, it may eliminate another meeting with the Board. 275 Mr. Hamilton saidthat would be all right and he retired at 8:45 P.M. Letter was received from Mr. Jerry Halprin, Vice President of Ruder & Finn, New York, on behalf of Tyrex, Inc. relative to a proposed proclamation designating October 9-15 as Tire Safety Week. Procla- The Board felt that the State' s safety inspection mation is adequate without any such proclamation. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to appoint the following individuals to serve as a Town Office Building Committee: Committee Mr. Robert Cataldo - Board of Selectmen Mr. John H. Blaisdell - Appropriation Committee Mr.Hugh Chapin - Capital Expenditures Committee John J. Carroll - Superintendent of Public Works Albert Gray, Jr. - Executive Assistant, Selectmen 0tie S. Brown, Jr. - TMMA Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant a Taxi Driver License to Norton P. Snow, 4 Hayden License Lane, Bedford, satisfactory character references having been received from the Chief of Police . Upon motion duly made andseconded, it was voted to sign sewer orders for Robinson Road from Grove Street easterly todistance of 1165 feet, more or less, to Sewer Turning Mill Road; Grove Street from Route 128 northerly Orders to House number 106; Demar Road from Turning Mill Road a distance of 1008 feet , more or less, northerly to Jeffrey Terrace. Mr. Cataldo said he and the Chairman met some time ago with the Department of Public Works on landscaping D.P.W. of the maintenance center. The State has taken the Maintenance Board' s recommendation and is landscaping. He suggested Area that a letter of thanks be sent to Commissioner Hibbs. Mr. Cataldo said, with reference to the Department of Public Works and 4orthen Road, that Governor Volpe Worthen spoke last Saturday and in his speech included his Road position on Worthen Road and instructed the Commissioner to answer the Board' s question and take into consideration Worthen Road . Mr. Cataldo said he felt the Board should make another appointment with Commissioner Hibbs. He suggested that the first meeting should be attended by the Board of Selectmen only. He reported receipt of a II telephone call this evening from the Belmont Board of Tui N CI Selectmen.o That Board does not want a large interchange at Watertown Street. 11 Upon motiohnduly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing deliberating or voting on matters which, if made public , Executive might adversely affect the public security, the financial Session interest of the Town, or the reputation of any person. Following discussion with Mr. Gray relative to de- partmental matters, and with Mr. Legro on legal matters, it was voted to resume the open meeting No further business to come before the Board, upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 9:55 P.M. A true record, Attest : ec iv /Clerlk, Select f.n 1 277 SELECTMEN'S MEETING October 10, 1966 A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Selectmen' s Room, Town Office Building, on Monday, October 10, 1966, at 7:30 P.M. Chairman Cole, Messrs. Burnell, Cataldo, Sheldon and Mabee were present. Mr. Gray, Executive Assistant, Mr. Carroll, Superintendent. of Public Works, and Miss Murray, Executive Clerk, were also present. Mr. Wilbur Jaquith, Chairman of the Historic Dis- tricts Commission, met with the Board. He said he would like to urge the Board to fill two vacancies on the Historic Historic Districts Commission for Associate Commissioners. Districts He explained difficulty in getting members out to hold Commission hearings and one meeting had to be adjourned because of members the inability to get a quorum. He said there is a meet- ing coming up in November and two members will not be able to sit because of being interested There has to be five for a quorum to act The Commission would like the Selectmen to arart procedure to have Commissioners I- nominated. The Chairman stated the Board has had some diffi- culty in getting the nominations and asked if perhaps the law could be changed Mr. Jaquith said it was assumed, when this was set up, it would operate efficiently. Mr Sheldon said he would be glad toact for the Bo rd. relative to the Arts and Crafts submitting two names Mr. Jiqu$th said each organization submits two candidates Mr. Sheldon asked if the names could be submitted by the Board of Directors rather than waiting for the annual meeting of the organization. He explained the Arts and Crafts Society is divided into a number of guilds , but in this case, the Board would be dealing with the President of the whole society. He agreed to obtain two names from the Arts and Crafts Society. Mr. Gray said a few weeks ago, he had a request from the Veterans ' Agent regarding quarters for a larger office. He said it seemedthat the rooms available in the Town Office for Office Building are not adaptable to use for this office. Veterans ' The reproducing machines Mr Carroll has would have to Agent be moved and there are supplies that would have to be stored. Furthermore, the State Auditors use the room he 278 CI hAd in mind during January, February and March. He said he thought the conference room in back of the Assessors' office might be used as the Assessors do not use it. He stated this room would be adequate for Mr. Belcastro and his part-time clerical help. The consultant now using this room could use Mr. Belcastro' s present office. He said the Planning Board has no objection, and if the Board of Selectmen has no objection, he would make the necessary arrangements Mr. Gray saidthe question came up of renting public buildings and insurance coverage. To cover the Town Office Insurance Building,Police, Cary, School Office Building, Red Cross, Library and Branch Library, Visitors' Center, would cost $931 In talking to Mr. Stolz, he said the concern should be the buildings used with a fee charged, for instance, Cary. To cover Cary alone would cost $400, and to add bhlb Visitors' Center Building would cost $40. These are the two where a fee would be charged. Mr. Sheldon said this would be something for next year' s budget. Mr. Gray stated many ,towns have the organization renting the building take out the insurance, and Mr. Sheldon said he thought that is too complicated. Mr. Cataldo suggested that the Board have a policy written and increase the rental fee. Mr. Gray said he would check the insurance budget. Mr. Gray reported receipt of a letter from Mr. Frank Carpenter, 94 Pleasant Street, in regard to street sweep- ings and leaves on Bowman Park. Mr. Carroll said the dumpings there is what has been swept off the street by the Town sweeper. There is a drop- off place where the material is dumped to be picked up at a later date rather than make several trips to the dump. He said there is no regular schedule for picking the material up. Mrs. Tryon said there are seven loads spread out and it does not look like the kind of dumping one would pick up later. She said this has occurred in past years and has not been collected. The Chairman asked Mr. Gray to get together with Mr. Carroll on this . Mr. Carroll said he had an Order of Taking by eminent domain on property of Tryon and Presho which Mr. Legro, Town Counsel, prepared The Chairman suggestedthat at this point, the Board had ten minutes before a scheduled appointment, and he knew that Dr Tryon wanted to speak. He suggested taking 27 � up other items and then discussing the taking order after the meeting the Board has at 8:00 o' clock with the Appropri- ation Committee. Mr. Carroll said he had an item concerning the list of new programs, etc. which the Appropriation Committee has asked for which the Board might want to discuss with Public the Committee later on. Works ' The Chairman said this is something Mr. Carroll 1967 Re- would submit to the Board and it would in turn discuss quirements it with the Appropriation Committee. Mr. Carroll submitted a four-page letter, and the Chairman eked that copies be mailed to each member of the Board. Mr. Carroll, with reference to the Hamilton pro- perty at the corner of Massachusetts Avenue and Worthen Road, said Hr. Hamilton was in last week. Since 1913, there has been a pipe flowing water onto the brook which is in the property owned by Mr.Hamilton. Since 1943, the Town storm drainage system on Massachusetts Avenue has been conn.cted to that pipe He said he did not know what was connected back in 1913 but since 1943, the Town has been dumping water into the brook. He statedto pipe the brook would cost an estimated $8,000. Mr. Cataldo saidhe would like to have this submitted to Town Counsel and ask if the Town has any legal right to dump the water. He saidhe wanted a legal opinion from Town Counsel. The Chairman asked Mr Carroll to prepare whatever facts he has and forward them to Mr Legro for his opinion. Notice was received from the Metropolitan District Commission of a hearing to be held Monday, October 17, 1966 at 11:00 A.M. , 20 Somerset Street, on the subject of "Pro- posed improvements or extensions to the Metropolitan Sewer- age System" Mr. Carroll said he has the date. The Chairman read a letter from the State Department of Public works listing bids received, covering work to be done on Massachusetts Avenue, Chapter 90. Chapter 90 Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted bid to award the contract to the low bidder, Belli Bros. Inc . , 76 Silver Lake Avenue, Newton, at the bid price of $14,282 The Chairman read a letter from Mr. Carroll advising the bill for two signs at the Visitors' Center came to $130. The balance in the account is $212.60 and with the Board' s permission, he would charge the cost of the signs to the account ac The Chairman read a letter from Mr. Carroll advising the bill for two signs at the Visitors' Center came to $130. The balance in the account is $212.60 and with Signs - the Bard' s permission, he would charge the cost of the Visitors' signs to the account . Center The Chairman said Mr. Carroll had the Board' s per- mission to charge the bill of $130 to the account being carried as the Public Facilities Building Account. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted that the Rules and Orders of the Town of Lexington , Amendment adopted on October 7, 1935 and subsequent amendments to Traffic thereto are hereby further amended as follows: Rules By adding at the end of Article VIII, Section IT the following new descriptions : Southbound drivers on Grant Street at Massa- chusetts Avenue . Southbound drivers on Cedar Street at Massa- chusetts Avenue . The Chairman read a letter, dated October 4, 1966, Transfer received from Donald K. Irwin, Building Inspector, re- questing a transfer of $227.00 from the Reserve Fund to the Inspection Department-Expenses Account . Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the request. Letter was received from the Cemetery Commissioners listing requests that will be submitted in that department' s Budget budget for 1967. The Chairman stated he thought thisEhould be referred to the first budget session. The Chairman read a letter from the Planning Board in regard to lots 22-28, Marvin Street, sold to Alfred L. Iodice and Lena E Iodice in 1963. Mr. Frederick J Conroy, attorney for Mr. Iodice, had written to the Board Tax title of Selectmen requesting that the restrictions in the deed be waived In view of the conditions of sale and the restriction to which Mr. Iodice agreed, the Board was unanimously op- posed to having the restriction waived Letter was received from the Planning Board in regard Planning Bd. to a Long Range Study to Which was attached the following Long Range preliminary memoranda submitted by Metcalf & Eddy: Study Memorandum No. 1, Area of Influence; Memorandum No. 2, Existing Land Use and Suitability; Memorandum No. 3, Population; Memorandum No. 4, Housing and Neighborhood 1 analyses. I 281 II The Chairman suggested that Mr. Gray read the memo- randa and reduce it to the basic points for the Board . In the meantime, it will be available in the Selectmen ' s Office for all members of the Board. Mr. Gray saidhe would see if Mr. Zaleski had any additional copies. The Chairman read a letter from the Alcoholic Beverages Commission, acknowledging receipt of a copy of a letter received from Stephen T. Russian to the Select- men informing the Board of modification made in the premises at 1775 Massachusetts Avenue, Joseph Trani , Inc. The Commission advised ordinarily it would hold this pendg result of action taken by the Selectmen. However, if the Board approves, the Commission will also approve the reduction in premises. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the reduction in premises of Joseph Trani, Inc. Package Goods Store . Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing, deliberating or voting on matters which, if made public, might adversely affect the public seourity, the financial Executive interest of the Town, or the reputation of any person. Session Following discussion with the Appropriation Committee and Salary Study Committee regarding the latter' s pro- posed salary schedule , it was votedto resume the open meeting. The Salary Study Committee and the Appropriation Committee retired at 9:05 P.M. The Chairman asked for a motion for opening and closing times for theolls on November 8, 1 66. Voting 9 Upon motion p duly made and seconded, it was voted hours to open the polls at 7:00 A.M. and close them at 8:00 P.M. on Tuesday, November 8, 1966 . Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to sign the warrant for the State Primary Election on Warrant Tuesday, November 8, 1966 Mr. Carroll said he had an order of taking which Town Counsel prepared on the property of Dr. and Mrs . Order of Tryon and Mr. and Mrs. Presho, Pleasant Street. He Taking reported Town Counsel had asked., if the Board votes to Drain Ease- adopt the Order, that both copies of the Order be signed. ments He said. Dr. and Mrs. Tryon wanted to speak and Mrs. Presho was also present. He submitted a plan which he said was the one Dr. Tryon wants to speak about. II 282 Dr. Tryon said he had a summary of the points he would like the Board to have, which he gave to the Board. He said the first part he would like to bring out is that the present plans for the sewer along the Green Lane pro- perties does not give any evidence it will solve the impounding of the surface water. There is a headwall at this point, which he also indicatedon the plan. He said apparently those are the only two places the surface water can enter the system. When extremely heavy rains occur, they felt there should be some provisions so water is not impounded at very high levels and has an opportunity to flow out of the valley mouth. He said there is no indi- cation on these plans that any such accommodation shall be made. Also, he wanted to point out the views of the Chair- man of the Bbpman Park Association. They feel Bowman Park needs all the water it can get and the Mimno property next to the park needs the water it can get . There are two series of catchments on Pleasant Street .tich separate this land. They do not like to see the water diverted from flowing onto the park, and in addition, he was objecting about the two pair of catchments. He said the final point he wanted to make is this 200 yard installation from this point along Green Lane properties to Route 2 brings up the same problem he discussed earlier. He saidthis can do nothing but promote drainage of this valley; as the water table is lowered that part will dry out. He said when peat dries out , it shrinks and this would lead to the alteration of the valley. In addition to damages of the trees, there is an additional problem that properties have in the back of the houses filled over the peat, and if the peat dries out , this fill will slump. He said first of all, he requested that they consider that Whitman & Howard be asked to provide alternate plans that, #1, remove the two pair of catchments, and #2, eliminate entirely the storm drain at the back of Green Lane, and #3, provide for adequate surface drainage at that same point. He asked the Board to consider this whole problem in relation to the inland wet land. Act. He said it would be appropriate if the Board could make a de- cision as if the inland wet land Acts were in effect. This Act will give protection to Beaver Brook valley. He said he did not believe this storm sewer drain is in fact a neEessary drainage. The Chairman asked from what point to what point. Dr. Tryon said he was speaking about the 200 yard line down the valley and said there is a possibility of extensions here , which he indicated on the plan It would be the drainage within the Beaver Brook valley. The Chairman said Dr. Tryon objected to the two catch- ments here, which he indicated on the plan. 283 Mr. Carroll said there are two down the street about 400 feet further and two between the Presho' s and Tryonfs properties . The Chairman asked how this all came about initially, and Mr. Carroll replied the Board of Selectmen received a petition from the residents in the area, Green Lane and Pleasant Street. Mrs. Tryon asked if the petition wasntt to drain sur- face water, and Mr. Carroll replied, certainly. Mrs. Tryon said the petition arose because this fill, the initial drainage line had been disturbed because of the fill in back which causedimpounding of surface water She said it was not an extensive impounding but a blockage of the middle drainage lines that existed before the sanitary sewer was installed. Mr Carroll saidthat was not true. The elevation of the brook and land was not substantially changed from the time the sewer was put in The elevation of the brook from this point was never distnlrbed by the Town and it is higher than the lowest point behind the Presho and Tryon houses and the houses on Green Lane. Mr Anthony Mazza said when the sewer line was put in, there was a little higher elevation and the drain was brought closer to his house. He said he did not have a water problem before the sewer line. 11 Mr. Carroll said the topography of the area was not changed. He has all kinds of profiles and it is possible something might have changed. at Mr Mazza' s house. Mr Mazza said when he signed the petition, he thought it was to get rid of a little bit of surface water. If the water is drained out of the peat, it will change His land has gone down already and this point he could prove. Mrs. Tryon said Mrs. Presho had her house moved and it was moved down to that area. There was some disturbance of the land which may have contributed to the previous disturb- ance made by the sanitary sewer trunk. It became an un- natural situation whatever the cause was . There was no water impounded. It was not a serious mater and finally taken care of by a gtoup of neighbors on a Sunday morning. She said it was not a major problem. Mr. Carroll said it was major enough for the people to get together and petition the Town. Mrs. Presho said they filled the brook and then it was dug out That brook was diverted and not pu'b back the way it was and backs into her door in the back. She said she filled behind her house and it was dug out again. She said she filled the brook and it was dug out. The flow should have been better than it was before. She said where she is now is level and the water does back up very badly 2S4 w N Mr. Sheldon, addressing Dr. Tryon, said he assumed he was in favor of no drainage whatever; tilt nothing be done . Dr Tryon replied his third point was that adequate drainage be provided. Mr Carroll saB Dr. Tryon meant an open brook. Dr. Tryon said substantially that. An adequate surface flowage from this area. There is a grade for it . Mr. Carroll stated that Mrs. Mazza saw him out there. She suggested that maybe this brook not be enclosed in a pipe. He told her if she so felt, she should contact the Selectmen, and in the meantime, he would figure open drainage vs closed piping. He did, andto put in adequate open drainage, it would cost about the same as this. He said it does not mean just digging a brook, it means a paved channel, not as free of maintenance as the enclosed pipe. Dr. Tryon asked what _depth this would be, and Mr. Carroll replied the same as the pipe; three feet by Tryon' s property, down by Route 2, ten feet. Dr. Tryon said somehow the surface drainage was adequately taken care of in the past, and he did not understand how a certain amount of surface grading could not restore the previous adequate surface problem. He said some of these people have not been in this area many years . Mr. Cataldo stated no one there before the sanitary sewer could ever say the water was held back because that whole area was covered with water, and in some instances, as much as fifteen inches. Mr. Carroll said, in his opinion, the water table in the area would not be lowered Mr. Cataldo said the level of the outlet is constant. Their land has sunk and the water will stay there until it dries out unless Mr Carroll takes care of it. He said there was always water there. He said he walked the area and this is the only answer that will solve this. Mr. Carroll said he thought this was the best solution from the Town' s point. Dr. Tryon said there can be no guarantee it will not drain the whole valley. It will have extreme adverse effect and he thought the residents should not accept the risk. Mr. Carroll said he would put in corrugated pipe and will not take out the peat at the Presho and. Tryon properties . The Chairman asked about infiltration, and Mr. Carroll said there was very little chance. Below each manhole and between each manhole he was putting in stops. The joints will be tied. Mr. Sheldon said what Dr. Tryon is really saying is, he does not want the surface water diverted because he would rather have it flowing into the area. The Chairman said he understood the brook would. be 285 three feet deep in some places , and asked how deep in other places Mr. Carroll replied it would be five, and eight or nine feet deep. He said a pipe can be put through the largest part of it . Mr. Sheldon asked if it would flow, and Mr. Carroll replied there wouldbe some standing water and there would be a maintenance problem. He explained a brook that is riprapped, one always has to consider the possibility of putting a machine and he does not like to go in with a shovel because it takes up so much space and is liable to damage. Mrs . Tryon asked how often this brook had been cleaned out in the last ten years , and Mr. Carroll replied, it has not been cleaned out at all be cause the Town does not have an easement . Mr. Cataldo asked if Mr. Carroll would recommend a riprap if it were an open brook, and Mr. Carroll replied in the affirmative. Mr. Cataldo said in some places , this brook would be nine feet deep. Mr. Carroll said it would be fourteen or fifteen feet wide at the top. Mrs. Tryon asked if it couldn' t be graded, and Mr. Carroll replied that is why it would be so wide at the top. Mrs. Presho said there is an easement between her pro- perty. It seems she has two or three easements and she did not know why. She has one in the back; two-thirds of it on the right hand side andon the left is another easement no one knows anything about . That is depreciating the value of her house Mr. Carroll explained if the drain is to go in, it is the best location, and does the least damage to both properties . He stated that Mrs Presho has an easement on the west side of the prof rty which is a water easement , and it must run to a former owner of the land . Appavently at one time there was a thought of servicing the property on Green Lane from Pleasant Street and it is not a Town easement. He said he would like the Board , if it makes this taking, to ask Town Counsel to see what can be done about helping Mrs . Presho with that problem. This easement is not being used. Alen the former owner recorded the lot , he retained the easement . The Chairman said she purchased the property with the water easement . He said he looked at the property and did not remember any large trees . Mrs . Presho said there aren' t any. Mr. Carroll said Mrs. Presho is more concerned with the easements on the property Mrs. Presho asked if the Town did not have the ease- , ment how could it alleviate the water backing up into the back yard. i I 286LAC CalMr. Carroll replied th3t_is what he is trying to correct . The Chairman said if this is done , it will relieve the problem of water backing up into her yard. Mrs. Presho said it comes into the driveway from the street and she has mud in the driveway. Mr. Goldman, Pleasant Street, said he knew the area right across from his house, and it is a very beautiful area. If the consideration is whether the Board will put in this drainage system as proposed and taking a risk there of damaging the natural beauties of the property, it will represent a cost to the Town as against the alternative of putting it down through the street , it might be a cost more excessive than the cost of the damage. He urged the Board to take the cost it knows rather than the cost it does not know and put it down through the street. Mrs. Mossman, 108 Pleasant Street, said she had to second Mr. Goldman' s point of view and the family at 106. That family and her family very much prize the brook and would like to see it retain any openness the Board can give it. The Chairman asked if it disturbed her to have a brook that could be nine or ten feet deep; if she had small child- ren wouldn' t it disturb her. Mrs . Mossman replied she has not seen this brook at its potential high and her property is fenced in by a chain link fence. The people might be willing to erect fences to protect the children rather than demolish the area. She said Mrs . Gillis lives at Route 2 end of the brook and has a growing family and has managed to cope with the hazard. Mrs. Presho said in 1954, she purchased her house at the corner of Pleasant Street and moved the house be- cause of the brook. During hurricanes , the brook was in her basement . She asked if the brook was dug out , would it do the same thing. Mr. Carroll replied if she was asking him if it would take care of a hurricane, of course not. He stated there is much more chance of water being in her basement without the drainage. He said Mrs . Presho is concerned about flooding and there would be more chance of flooding in the area if the drain is not put in. If the brook is left as it is , she will get more flooding. Dr. Tryon asked if she would get less flooding with the pipe than the surface drain he was proposing. Mr. Carroll said it should be about the same situation. He explained the choice of pipe or open brook would not change the picture of the easement on the Presho and Tryon properties, and he would not recommend an open brook there. 287 He said the easement is necessary no matter how the problem is solved . Dr. Tryon said he could take care of the property along their common land. Mr. Carroll said Dr. Tryon might sell the property tomorrow and there has to be a way for the Town to main- tain it and it has to have the right. Dr. Tryon asked if the Town was going to put in an open surface drain, would there also be catchments on Pleasant Street, and Mr. Carroll replied, certainly. The Chairman explained this is not a formal hearing, but an opportunity for citizens to express their views. The Board has received them andit is the pleasure of the Board now to take whatever action it cares to take. Mr. Cataldo said if anything at all is to be done , it should be done right at the lowest cost to the Town from the point of installation and maintenance. The people have asked for drainage and the Board is going to put it in the best way it knows how. Mr . Sheldon said either the Board does it right, or it does nothing. Mrs Tryon said she did not think a right way had been established, and asked what the right way is. Mr. Cataldo replied there is a difference of opinion as to what the end result will be. He said he would take the recommendation of the Superintendent of Public Works. He stated he has a knowledge of the area himself and with that knowledge, he agrees with Mr. Carroll. Mr. Mabee said he also agreed. The Chairman read, not aloud, the Order of Taking as prepared by Town Counsel. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted unanimously to adopt an Order of Taking by eminent domain drain easements in certain parcels of land that abut on Green Lane believed to belong to Joseph H. Presho and Jean T. Presho, h/w, and Rolla M. Tryon and Alice P. Tryon, h/w, andto award damges in the amount of $100.00 to Joseph H. Presho and Jean T. Presho and Rolla M. Tryon and Alice F. Tryon; the Order of Taking being in the follow- ing form: COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS MIDDLESEX, SS. TOWN OF LHXINTON At a meeting of the Board of Selectmen of the Town of Lexington held on the 26th day of September, 1966, it is ORDERED: Whereas at a Town Meeting duly called, warned and held on March 7, 1966, namely at an adjourned session 288 thereof duly held on March 21, 1966, in accordance with the provisions of law applicable thereto, it was unanimously VOTED: That the Selectmen be and they hereby are authorized to install drains in such accepted or unaccepted streets or other land as the Selectmen may determine, including the widening, deepening or altering the course of brooks, streams and water courses and the construction of new channels in said other land, in accordance with Chapter 263 of the Acts of 1926, as amended, or otherwise, and to take by eminent domain, purchase or otherwise acquire any fee, easement or other interest in land necessary therefor ; and to appropriate for such installation and land acquisition the sum of $34,400.00 ; and to provide for payment by transfer from the Excess and Deficiency Account ." WHEREAS, the Selectmen have determined that it is neces- sary to install a covered surface and ground water drain or drains in the land hereinafter described. NOW, THEREFORE, we the undersigned, being a majority of the Board of Selectmen of said Town of Lexington, duly elected and qualified and acting as such, do hereby, under and by virtue of the provisions of Chapter 263 of the Acts of 1926 and Chapter 79 of the General Laws , and all acts in amendment thereof and in addition thereto, and of any and every other power and authority us hereto in any way enabling, take in the name and on behalf of said Town of Lexington thepperpetual rights and easements to lay, construct, inspect, repair, renew, replace, operate and forever maintain a covered surface water and ground water drain or drains, with any man- holes, pipes, culverts and other appurtenances, and to do all other acts incidental thereto, including the right to pass along and over the land for the aforesaid purposes, in, through and under a certain strip of land in said Lexington bounded and described as follows Beginning at a point in the northerly side line of Cambridge Concord Highway (Route 2) at the southwesterly corner of lot 21; thence running South 76003'43" East along the northerly side line of said Highway,. a distance of 24.03 feet to a point; thence turning and running North 47°35' 30" East through lots 21, 20, 19, 18, 17 and 16, a distance of 613.18 feet to a point in the northeasterly side line of lot 16; thence turning and running North 42°24' 30" West along said northeasterly boundary line of lot 16, a distance of 20.00 feet to the northerly corner of said lot 16, and thence turning and running South 47°35' 30" West along the northwesterly boundary lines of lots 16, 17, 18, 19, 20 and 21, a distance of 627.1? feet to the point of beginning; all as shown and marked "20' Drain Easement Off Pleasant Street, Lexington , Mass." , dated August 5, 1966, John J. Carroll, Town Engi- neer, a copy of which is annexed hereto and made a part hereof. 289 Said rights and easements are hereby taken subject to part to an "Existing 20' Sewer Easement" taken by the Town of Lexington by order dated August 8, 1960 and registered in Middlesex South District Land Registry as Document No. 357567, all as shown and so marked on the aforesaid plan. Said rights and easements in the land included within the above description are taken without interference with or prejudice to the rights of the respective owners of the land, except so far as is reasonably necessary in the exer- cise of the rights and easements hereby taken, and there are reserved to the respective owners and their heirs, successors and assigns all their respective rights in and to the use of their lands for all lawful purposes not inconsistent with the use thereof for all purposes hereinabove mentioned. On each occasion that the Town enters upon the land in which the aforesaid rights and easements are taken and per- forms any work thereon, it shall be the obligation of the Town to remove all surplus material and to leave the premises in reasonably as good condition as when the entry was made. Any trees upon the land included within the above de- scribed strip of land are included within the taking. The land in which the aforesaidrights and easements are taken is believe to belong to the following named parties, but if the names of the owners of any of said land or of any interest therein is not stated or is not correctly stated, it is to be understood that such land or interest is owned by an owner or owners unknown to us: Registered Land Lots as Indicated Certificate Owner on Aforesaid Plan of Title Gerald Boghosian and Elizabeth Boghosian, husband and wife Lot 16 90724 Book 583 Page 174 Joseph R. Evans and. Dora B Evans, husbandand wife Lot 17 99413 Book 627 Page 63 James H Fitzpatrick and Marguerite E Fitzpatrick, husbandand wife Lot 18 103167 Book 646 Page 17 2G.) 99 CI Angelo DiFietro and. Mary Di Pietro, husband and wife Lot 19 108834 Book 674 Page 84 Pasquale R. Arigo and Margaret C. Arigo, husband and wife Lot 20 99333 Book 626 Page 183 Angelo DiPietro and Mary DiFietro, husband and wife Ft. Lot 21 78766 Book 524. Page 16 And said Board, having considered the question of damages , hereby determines that no damages have been sus- tainedand no damages are awarded. No betterments are to be assessed for this improvement. WITNESS our hands and seals in Lexington as aforesaid this 26th day of September , 1966. /s/ Lincoln P . Cole , Jr. /s/ Robert Cataldo /s/ Levi G. Burnell /s/ I. H. Mabee /s/ George C. Sheldon COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS Middlesex, ss. September 26, 1966 Then personally appeared Lincoln P. Cole, Jr. , Levi G. Burnell, Robert Cataldo, George C. Sheldon and Irving H. Mabee, known to me to be a majority of the duly elected, qualried and acting Selectmen of the Town of Lexington, andacknowledged the foregoing instrument to be their free act and deed and the free act and deed of the Town of Lex- ington, before me /s/ Donald E. Legro Notary Public My commission expires: March 14, 1970 291 The Chairman said the Board had received from the Division of Civil Service a lint of patrolmen. List #1 established in 1965 has the names of Francis J. Smith, Jr , 54 Cary Avenue, and Anthony Augustine , 26 Melrose Avenue . List #2 established in 1966 has the names of William C. Petrino, 14 Grapevine Avenue, and. Roy J. Murgiy, 7 Cherry Street. He said the Board has two weeks toact on the list and he thought the Chief of Police should be con- sulted. The Board has two weeks from October L , 1966 to get the request in He said he would follow this through with the Chief and get his recommendations and if there are any names the Chief wants to have the Board interview, he would also arrange for the interviews. The Chairman read a letter from the Planning Board advising that a group of residents is appealing the de- cision of that Board approving a subdivision known as Counsel fo: Peacock Farm, Sec. VI (Mason Street Extension) . The Planning Planning Board requested that Town Counsel be made avail- Board able to act for it in this matter. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the request that Town Counsel be made available to act for the Planning Board in this matter. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant permission to St. Brigid and Sacred Heart parishes Paper Drive to conduct a paper drive on October 23, 1966. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant a Common Victualler license to the RHD Realty Common and Development Corp to operate the Drummer Boy of Lex- Victualler ington Restaurant . Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize the Chairman to issue Liquor Purchase Identi- I D Cards fication Cards to Harry L Ritchie , 75 Appletree Lane and Catherine McSweeney, 24 Bellflower Street Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the minutes of the Selectments Meeting held Minutes on October 3, 1966. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing, deliberating or voting on matters which, if made public , Executive might adversely affect the public security, the financial Session interest of the Town, or the reputation of any person. Following discussion relative to parcels of land in which the Town might be interested and a complaint in- 1 292 volving an employee, it was voted to resume the open meeting. li; Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 10:15 P.M. A true record, Attest : 71,1xecu ivee/Clerl , Selectm'n 1 III 29i SELECTMEN'S MEETING October 17, 1966 A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Selectmen' s Room, Town Office Building, on Monday, October 17, 1966, at 7:30 P.M. Chairman Cole, Messrs. Burnell, Sheldon and Mabee were present. Mr. Gray, Executive Assistant, Mr. Carroll, Superittendent of Public Works , and Miss Murray, Executive Clerk, were also present. Mr. Cataldo, who had a previous meeting, arrived at 8:25 P M. Mr. Gray said several weeks ago, he brought up the question of abating an ambulance bill for a veteran Ambulance living on a very limited income ; the abatement having bill been recommended by the Veterans ' Agent. abated Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to abate ambulance bill #175 in the amount of $12.00 incurred by Mr. Patterson, 1970 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington . Mr. Gray said he received a bill, first appli- cation for payment, on the Public Works Building, Addi- tion and Alterations in a the amount of $58,14.2.85 which Payment the committee has approved and recommended for paymmnt . Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve payment of $58,142.85 to John Tocci & Sons, Inc. Mr Gray reported receipt of a verbal request from Mr. William E. Maloney for permission to move a building from Arlex Oil Corp. up Bedford Street to Route 128. He said he believed Mr Carroll had seen the building. Permit Mr. Carroll said it is a small building, 10* x 12'* , but he did not know if the Chief of Police had seen it or not . He suggested that the Board grant a permit subject to the Chief' s approval Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant Mr Maloney permission to move the building, subject to Chief Corr' s approval. The Chairman read a letter from the Mystic Valley Gas Company requesting ppermission to locate a gas main in Wallis Court. Gas main Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant peression to the Mystic Valley Gas Company to locate a 2-inch high pressure welded steel gas main in Wallis Court. 294 N The Chairman read a letter from Seymour Schwartz, 115 Brown Road, and Henry Delfiner, 8 Brown Road, requesting the Board to grant them relief from those parts of the sewer betterment assessments which they state exceed the charges made to the neighbors. The Chairman said Mr. Carroll had received a copy of Sewer the letter and apparently these two individuals are assessment objecting to the cost. Mr. Carroll explained the sewer is not in yet and these people have been asked to sign a petition. They want the sewer, but don' t think the assessment against their properties will be fair. He said this si something the Board cannot abate now. He submitted a plan of Brown Road and indicated the two properties, stating the estimated assessment against Mr. Delfiner' s property is $1,1831 .89 and the estimied assessment against Mr. Schwartz! property is $1,218.60. He explained the assessment of sewer betterments as required by statute and said other assessments in the area are $1,167.06; $1,255.00; $1,160. 75; $1,161.41 and $1,1618.13 Mr Sheldon said if the people are objecting, the sewer does not have to be put in. The Chairman stated the Board does not have the right to make any abatements until after the work has been done and charges made. At that time, the people have the right to petition for an abatement and the Board can consider it. Mr. Sheldon said the Board is under no obligation, nor is it making any promises to abate. The Chairman asked Mr. Carroll to compose a reply for his signature . Mr. Sheldon said the first thing to find out is how the majority of the people feel. Mr. Carroll said he believed the majority of the people on Brown Road want the sewer. Letter was received from the Metropolitan Building Request to Movers Co. requesting permission to move three buildings move 3 to L'rassland Street, coming from Arlington. buildings Mr. Carroll said he had not looked at this yet and requested that the Board not act until next week. The Chairman said the request would be held over for one week. The Chairman read a letter from Elaine Whitney, a tourist, who suggested that Hill Street be marked by a Street sign sign. Mr. Carroll said there used to be a sign there . Mr. Mabee suggested referring the subject to the Planning Board so Hill Street becomes Revere Street or Revere Street becomes Hill Street. euv Mr. Carroll said he would take care of the sign. The Chairman reviewed Mr Carroll' s recommendations in his letter of October 13, 1966, relative to street lighting, a copy of which was mailed to each member of Street the Board. lighting Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adopt the policy of installing only mercury vapor street lights in the future. Letter was received from Mr. Carroll, a copy of which was mailed to each member of the Board, relative to his 1967 new programs, additional personnel require- 1967 Budges ments and equipment purchases. P W. Dept. The Chairman said this should more properly come before the Board at its budget session. Mr. Sheldon explained Mr. Carroll is saying his budget will reflect this. The Board will have to dis- cuss it later as a budget anyway. The Chairman read a letter from Mr. Carroll advis- ing he has a balance of $15.51 in the Street Signs budget. He said he could either stop installing signs or request Transfer a transfer of $250, and recommended the latter. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve a transfer of $250 from the Reserve Fund to the Street Signs ticcount, and the Chairman asked Mr. Carroll to prepare the necessary forms. Notice was received from the Metropolitan District Commission to which was enclosed a proposed revised Sewerage schedule of ratios Table III for which a public hearing District will be held on October 27, 1966. The Chairman explained this was more for Mr . Carroll' s information and it would be available to him. The Chairman read a letter from Phyllis E. Thomas, 55 Ivan Street, stating new information had been obtained relative to the Eldred, Bedford Streets ' traffic and she requested an gopointmdnt with the Board. Traffic The Chairman said if the Board had no objection, it could make an appointment for next Monday. Mr. Sheldon questioned whether she should meet with the Selectmen or the Traffic Study Committee. Mr. Burnell said this should be a meeting with the Traffic Study committee, and in writing to her, advise that she should have an opportuhity to go over this with the Traffic Study Committee, which she has already about a year ago Mr. Gray said this has been studied at individuals ' 9E� co requests and the Board' s request several atimes within the padt year. The Committee has been back to the State three times, and each time the same answer is given. Mr Mabee asked if the new information shouldn' t be brought up at a Traffic Study Committee Meeting. The Chairman said Mrs. Thomas could have an audience with the Traffic Study Committee. That Committee will listen to any information she has and she could attend the Committee ' s meeting on Friday at 11:00 A.M. If she still wants to meet with the Board after that, an appoint- ment will be made . Certified list from the Dividion of Civil Service, dated October 4, 1966, was held over from the last meeting of the Board. The Chairman informed the Board he had received a verbal extension of time. Mr Gray said the Board would receive a written ex- tension and this is to give the Chief a chance to check the names off. The Chairman said action on the list would be held over. Letters regarding 1967 budget requests were received from the Civil Defense Department , Planning Board, Cary Memorial Library Trustees, Recreation Committee, Board of Budgets Assessors, Accounting Department, and Police Department. The Chairman said these would all be held until budget time and asked that a copy be made of each one for the Appropriation Committee. The Chairman asked Mr. Gray to replyato letter, re- ceived October 10, 1966, from the Capital Expenditures Committee, in regard to 1967 budgets The Chairman read a letter fromMr Irwin, Building Inspector, stating if the Board had no objection, he would arrange to have Mr. Soule cover his office during the Building period of time he is attending the Institute for Municipal Inspector Building Officials in Connecticut. He also said, due to a change in plans, he would like to take the remainder of his vacation period on occasional days the remainder of the vacation year. The Chairman stated the Board had no objection, and approved of this approach The Chairman read a letter from the Town Celebrations U.N. Day Committee inviting the Board to participate in the exercises at the Common on UN Day, October 24, 1966, at 7 00 A.M 1 297 IIThe Chairman read a letter from Dr William L Barnes, requesting permission to hunt on his property at 404 Bedford Hunting Street The request was referred to the Chief of Police for a permit The Chairman read a letter presented by Mr Jules P. Sussman, Chairman of the Conservation Commission, Use of requesting the use of the small meeting room in the Visitors ' Visitors' Center Building for its meetings, and for the Center purpose of storing a locked filing cabinet in the room. Mr Sheldon said this was assuming there are chairs upon which to sit. The Chairman explained he did bring to the Com- mission' s attention the fact the building is not furnished at this time . The Board still has not made any rules and regulations, but it is not going to object to Town Com- mittees using the room. Mr. Gray said there are funds in the account and he thought chairs should be purchased Mr. Sheldon suggested that Mr Carroll be asked to bring in an estimate of what he thought would be required . The Chairman asked if this shouldn' t be done through the committee. Mr. Sheldon explained he merely meant to find out what Mr. Carroll' s recommendations are. Mr. Burnell said the Board has to decide what the rooms will be used for, whether or not there will be a large table and chairs or chairs such as those in the Selectmen' s Room The Chatrmaai said the Selectmen should concern themselves with the policy of the building Mr Mabee moved that Mr Gray come in with suggested rules and regulations so the Board could vote on them next Monday evening. Mr. Sheldon suggested that the committee who was responsible for this vuilding come in with some suggestions regarding furniture. The Chairman said as far as this Board is concerned, the sense of the Board is it will approve committees and commissions of the Town using the building. This does not mean the Chamber of Commerce will have a room by itself. He said if the Conservation Commission wanted to put a file cabinet in there, that was its prerogative. Mr. Sussman stated he did not say the commission would put the filing cabinet, but it would like to. Mr. Burnell said he would hope there would not be a filing cabinet in either of those upper rooms, and if there is going to be a series of files, they could be downstairs in the basement The Chairman, addressing Mr. Sussman, said he knew what the thinking is and what the ramifications ,aee 2 93 ac Mr. Sheldon reported that Board requested him to contact the Arts & Crafts Society regarding nominees for appointment to the HIstoric Districts Commission. He did this , and the two names given him were Harold E. Searles , 59 Liberty Avenue, and S. Laurence Whipple, 15 Belfry Terrace The Chairman real a letter from the Board of Trustees of Cary Memorial Library, dated October 17, 1966, requesting the Board to direct the architect , Mr Frey, to include in his Lexington plans for the beautification of Massachusetts AVenue , the Center landscaping of the grounds at Cary Memorial Library He said , as far as he could see, there would be no objection and., addressing Mr Gray, said he had a meeting tomorrow morning on the Center Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant an Auctioneer' s license to Charles E. Parks, License 10 Hawthorne Road, Lexington, subject to receipt of a letter from the Chief of Police. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing, deliberating or voting on matters which, if made public , Executive might adversely affect the public security, the financial Session interest of the Town, or the reputation of any person. Mr Cataldo arrived at the meeting at 8 25 F.M. Following discussion with Mr. Jules P Sussman, Chairman of the Conservation Commission; advancements of certain personnel in the Department of Public Works; Grove Street easement; Assistant Building Inspector and the proposed Salary Schedule as submitted by the Salary Study Committee, it was voted to resume the open meeting. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 10: 39 P .M. A true record , Attest iv Cle k, Selec en I 299 SELECTMENTS MEETING October 24, 1966 A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Selectmen' s Room, Town Office Building, on Monday, October 24, 1966 at 7:30 P.M. Chairman Cole, Messrs . Cataldo, Sheldon and Mabee were present. Mr. Legro, Town Counsel, Mr. Carroll, Superintendent of Public Works, and Miss Murray, Executive Clerk, were also present. At the request of the Town Clerk, three jurors were drawn. Those drawn for jury duty were Lewis R. Kerlin, 54 Albemarle Avenue, Stanley Abkowitz, 32 Jurors Lillian Road, and Channing D. Morrison, 8 Diamond Road. The Chairman read a letter from Mrs . C. B. Walker, reporting injuries received when she stepped on a three-foot square steel grate covering the fountain pipes Accident at the Center tennis courts. claim Mr. Legro reported he had reviewed this with Mr. Carroll and also had some pictures. He stated the accident occurred on May 14 and advised there is no liability on the Town. He said, in fact, he did not even think there was a defect. The Chairman asked Mr. Legro to reply to Mrs. Walker' s letter . Chapter 90 contract between the Town and Belli Bros. Inc. , was held over for one week to give Town Chapter 90 Counsel and opportunity to go over the contract. contract Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve requests received from Mr. Carroll, Super- intendent of Public Works, and Mr. Bernard J. Belcastro, Transfers Veterans ' Agent, for transfers from the Reserve Fund to the Street Signs Account and Veterans' Services Aid & Expenses Account. All three copies of the applications were given to Mr. Parrish, Chairman of the Appropriation Committee. The Chairman read a letter from Erik Lund, 19 Ellison Road, stating he had been under the impression for some time that the former dump site on Lincoln Street would be developed as a town playgranbd.land recreation Dump site area, and for reasons not explained, the Board of Lincoln Selectmen had taken this land out of the jurisdiction Street of the Recreation Committee . 300 CI 11.0 The Chairman stated the Selectmen did have the Sehool Committee and Recreation Committee in over a period of time. and finally came to an agreement on a specific plan developed by Sam Snow, consultant for the Board. At that time, Septembdr 2, 1961 , the Boards were in agreement and for many reasons, the whole area has not been developed. The land is still settling and the Board did not feel buildings could go on it. Mr. Cataldo said this is definitely going to be used for recreation. Ttie COadrman said rig}t npw, Wits land is ander the Jurisdiction, of the Board of Selectmen. Even if it asked the Recreation Committee to come in with a plan, the land is still under the Selectmen' s jurisdiction. Mr. Sheldon pointed out that land still has a lot more settling to do because of the type of fill. Mr. Carroll advised a field could be put on it and propably there would be some settling but nothing serious. The Chairman asked how much longer it would take to be able to put fields on there without settling. Mr. Carroll replied 80% of the settling takes place in a couple of years in a sanitary land fill area. Mr. Sheldon said he never had any other purpose in mind for this area but recreation. The Chairman said he was in sympathy with the thought expressed in the letter that the Town does need more re- creational land. Mr. Cataldo recalled that the Board did agree with the School Committee and Recreation Committee it would be a minimum of three years before it even began to think about across the street, and in the second place, nothing could be done without a plan for that area across the street. Mr. Mabee said he was in sympathy with this and thought something should be done. He said a plain, green grass field was needed. Mr. Sheldon suggested that the Recreation Committee do something. Mr. Mabee suggested that the Board ask the Recreation Committee to come up with a plan. Mr. Cataldo felt before the Board did anything ont â–ºat side of the street, it should sit down with the School Com- mittee. He said money is also needed. The Chairman asked, if the Selectmen have been holding the land for recreation purposes, why wasn' t that committee the one to ask for some ideas. He suggested that the Re- creation Committee be asked to come in with recommendations for defeloping this land for recreation purposes. Mr. Mabee advised that the committee should be reminded the land has been settling for two years and by the time : o ! they come up with a plan, it would have been settling for three years. The Chairman said the Board could do this and assure Mr Lund the Board feels the same as he does about re- creation. Mr. Mabee suggested sending a copy of the letter to the Recreation Committee to Mr. Lund. Mr. Sheldon said Mr. Lund could be informed that the Board has requested the Recreation Committee to give the matter some study and report to the Board. Mr. Cataldo said the period of two or three years had nothing to do with the settling; it was money and a plan. He said for the Recreation Committee to come up with a plan by itself is not the answer. Mr. Mabee saidthen it should be coordinated. The Chairman said the Board has to alert the Recreation Committee to come up with its thoughts for the use of this area and the School Committee has to be involved. He said he could see nothinggwrong with proceeding with it. Mr. Carroll reported that the Traffic Study Committee discussed the problem of the intersection of Massachusetts Avenue and Worthen Rjoad. The committee voted unanimously to request the Board to extend the trial period for one more month. Traffic Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the request of the Traffic Study Committee and ex- tend the trial period for traffic control now in effect at the intersection of Massachusetts Avenue and Worthen Road for one month. Mr. Carroll reported a meeting with Mr. John Kiernan, State Department of Public Works, relative to 1967 Chapter 90. One of the thoughts suggested was to use the money for Lowell Street from Woburn Street to Maple STreet. He said he had in his mind continuing with Town money because the rest of Chapter 90 it was done that way. He thought maybe he could build some section of Blossom Street and Allen Street. Mr. Kiernan said these sections of street would not be eligible. Mr. Carroll submitted a plan and explained the areas of Blossom Street and Allen Street, and asked the Board to think about the possibility for 1967 of building Blossom Street from Allen Street a point 800 feet west; rebuilding a piece of Allen Street from Blossomcrest Road to its present widened portion and also to consider building a section of Blossom- crest Road easterly to the school driveway or to Worthen Road. He said the money he was talking about is the whole project and would be between $50,000 and $60,000. There is $17,000 coming to the Town from t e State, due December first and that can reduce this amount. The State said this money could be used for this. He said he thought he could do all of Lowell Street. 302 2C Ct Mr. Carroll reported a meeting with the Bedford Bedford group last Friday and said they were coming up with some Sewer dollar amounts he would like to discuss with the Board at its next meeting. He said a meeting had been scheduled in Bedford next Wednesday, and because the group is not quite ready, and Whitman & Howard' s representative will be away for a couple of weeks, they would like both Boards to postpone the meeting until N vember 23, 1966. The Chairman said postponement was justified. Mr. Carroll said, with the 1966 curbing money, he was going to do Meriam Street from Massachusetts Avenue up to the railroad tracks and he would like to spend the Curbing rest on Bedford Street from Revere Street to Larchmont Lane on the easterly side, and if there is anything left over, to go on the westerly side. The Board had no objection. Mr. Louis Zehner, Town Report Committee, met with the Board. A draft of Mr. Zehner' s report for the Board of Town Selectmen was mailed to each member of the Board. Report The Chairman read a letter from Leslie H. York, Chairman of the TMMA Executive Committee, urging the Board to reconsider its decision on the size of the Town Report. The Chairman also read a letter from Mr. York urging the Board to carry out the recommendation of the Town Re- port Committee to publish the annual report in two sections. Mr. Zehner stated the Appropriation Committee does not see it in the way of sending it to every householder in Town. As it stands, Mr. Parrish indicated the amount would be $600 left unexpended from last year' s report, plus approxi- mately $3!}00 Mr. Sheldon said he assumed if Mr. Zehner wanted an answer this evening, the Board would have to go into Execu- tive Session. Mr. Zehner said he wanted counsel as to additions and subtractions. He said his purpose for asking this was to get this into the work so he would have more leverage to the other Town Committees and Departments. Mr. Sheldon stated he thought everyone involved is in agreement on the report as presented by Mr. Zehner. There are two questions; the size and the number of copies to be given to the Town at large. He asked if Mr. Zehner needed an answer to these questions tonight. Mr. Zehner replied not to the second, and he understood the decision was firm as to the size. Mr. Cataldo said Mr. Zehner should get a clear indication where to go and he will have to spend some money before budget time. Mr. Zehner stated it was understood the committee would have the $600 left from the previous report and up to a total of $1500 in a transfer if this was neces- sary. Mr. Cataldo asked if this was agreed upon by the Appropriation Committee, and Mr. Qehner replied in the affirmative. 303, Mr. Sheldon said the matter of general distribution could wait and Mr. Zehner has enough money to do what he needs to do. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was unani- mously voted to approve the report as submitted by Mr. Zehner. Mr. Zehner asked if he could tell the departments and committees that the Selectmen have done their work and have them get their reports in. He said he had an idea the report would be out late in February or eatly in March. Mr. Cataldo said the Board should instruct Mr. Gray to send out a memo supporting Mr. Zehner' s stand and get these reports in by November 15, He said he realized some departments cannot be ready by November 15. He said Mr. Gray should work with Mr. Zehner in getting the reports. The Chairman said the Board had a specific request from the TMMA relative to the Board' s decision on the size of the 1966 Annual Town Report, and asked if any member of the Board was of the mind to move for reconsideration. No motion was made to reconsider. Mr. Zehner retired at 8:15 P.M. Letter was received from L.M.Titlebaum, M.D. who is building a house at 246 Concord Avenue, requesting in- Street stallation of a street light across from #247. light Mr. Carroll informed the Board he was checking this out. Letter was received from Arthur B. Cicero and Marilyn B. Cicero, 11 Cooke Road, listing facts relative to petition for sanitary sewers in Cooke Road, Douglas Road, Fulton Road, Lowell Street, East Street and Laconia Street. Sewer The Chairman said this should be attached to the petition for consideration in the 1967 budget. Petitions, copies of orders and plans were received from the Boston Edison Company for conduit and manhble locations in Saddle Club Road and Todd Road. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the petitions and sign the orders for the follow- ing oonduit locations: Conduit locations Saddle Club Road, northeasterly from Todd Road, a dis- tance of about 800 feet -- conduit. 304 CI Todd Road, northwesterly from Saddle Club Road, a dis- tance of about 370 feet - - conduit. Letter was received from the New England Telephone and Telegraph Company requesting permission to place an Anchor anchor guy in the grass plot of island at Maple and Lowell guy Streets. Mr. Carroll had no objection. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the request. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant permission to the Metropolitan Building Movers Permit Co. to move a building from Arlington to Grassland Street subject to approval of the Chief of Police, Superintendent of Public Works, and filing a bond of $5,000. Letter was received from Mrs. John Frankovich, Sewer 19 Dewey Road, with reference to petition for the installation of a sanitary sewer. The Chairman said this would be avail- able when the Board is discussing budgets. The Chairman read a letter from Mrs. Edwin B. Worthen, requesting that the Board have the vines stripped from the Monument Revolutionary Monument on the Common. It was agreed that the members of the Board would. take a look at the monument before making any decision. The Chairman read a letter from Mrs. Jack L. Mitchell requesting permission for the Voters Service Committee of the League of Women Voters to distribute non-partisan in- formation and also park a vehicle in front of the Lexington Food Market. The Board had no objection. Letter was recilived from the Board of Fire Commissioners Budget relative to budgets for 1967. The Chairman said he would put it in with the budgets so the Board can consider it at that time. Letter was received from the Lexington School Committee advising the Selectmen that the Committee voted unanimously Kinder- to establish kindergartens, effective September, 1967. A gartea copy of the communication was sent to each member of the Board. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to certify the character of Sam H. Sherman, 8 Winchester Cert. of Drive and John Blackwell, 7 Bennington Road, applicants Inc. for Certificates of Incorporation, satisfactory references having been received from the Chief of Police. 305 Invitation was received from the Veterans ' Adminis+ Invitation tration to join with the Town of Bedford in the observance of Veterans' Day, Friday, Novemberll. Notices were received from the Alcoholic Beverages Commission relative to the sale and delivery of alcoholic beverages on Tuesday, November 8, 1966. "Package Goods" Stores shall not sell or deliver alcoholic beverages during polling hours unless they are authorized to do so by vote Package of the local licensing authorities. Goods On Veterans' Day, "Package Goods" stores may sell and deliver alcoholic beverages between the hours of 1:00 P.M. and 11:00 P.M. on the holiday, and until 11:30 P.M. the night before. On Thanksgiving Day, "Package Goods" Stores shall not sell or deliver alcoholic beverages during the entire day but may sell and deliver such beverages until 11:30 P.M. the night before. The Chairman said the Board would go along with the rules of the Commission and that the "Package Goods" Stores were to remain closed during the polling hours on Tuesday, November 8, 1966. Mr. Alan G. Adams stated that the Board had granted his request for permission to close off Depot Way during the construction of his new building for a thirty-day period which would expire October 31, 1966. He requested another Extension extension of thirty days. of time Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Depot Ilk to grant Mr. Adams' request to extXnd the period of time thirty days from today. Mrs. Riffin, Messrs. Fowles Worrell of the Planning Board, and Mr. Zaleski, Director, met with the Board. Mrs. Riffin said the Planning Board felt there were Recrea- some items the Planning Board is thinking about and they tion, wanted the Selectmen to know. The first has to do with Planning recreation planning and design committee. The Planning & Design Board' s Director felt there should be a committee of the Comm. Planning Director, Recreation Director and Park Superin- tendent that would be a Selectmen's Committee and would report back to the Board of Selectmen. This committee would meet once a month and submit to the Selectmen reports, plans. If there should be a need for contracting outside services, the commtbttee should receive prior approval from the Board of Selectmen. The Chairman stated earlier in the evening, the Board had discussed the recreation problem in the Town and the- teere iln ?favor+4-PorelicrealPioriaLl tits and of expanding them. He said he would see that a copy of Mrs. Riffin' s statement was sent to each member of4Ohe Board. ValL N C"3 Mrs Riffin said the second item was a town-wide beautification program for Lexington. Mr. Zaleski has listed several points which are interesting. She ex- plained if asking for Federal Funds is to be considered, Lexington has to be considered as a whole. The Chairman said he would have copies of this made also and sent to each member of the Board. Mrs. Riffin said on December 7, there will be an in- formation meeting and the TMMA is sponsoring an information night in the Science Hall at the High School. It will be beautification and steps of implementing the plan EDA has Planning drawn up, plus step proposals for rezoning along Bedford. Board Street. This will be an informal king of discussion where option Town Meeting Members and interestedcitizens would be in- fund vited to come and give their reactions. Mrs. Riffin said the last subject was budget items for a year -`'round student and also the possibility of obtaining again for the Planning Board an option fund. Mr. Zaleski will bring to the Board figures for proposed budget items. The Planning Board would like to become involved with the Student university plans so it could have a student full-time when he is not in school. She mentioned $3,000 or $4 ,000. The Planning Board would like to have an option fund again so it could have funds available. The Chairman said the option fund did exist at one time and the Selectmen had one. It was the understanding that the option fund the Selectmen has is available to the Planning Board'. Mrs. Riffin said some land became available to the Planning Board and it was referred to the Conservation Com- mission and came to the Selectmen through the Commission. If the Planning Boadd had the fund, it could have taken the option. Mr. Cataldo asked what would have changed. He said the Planning Board had an opportunity to prnohase some land but did not come to the Board where the fund is, but went to the Conservation Commission. He said this should have come dire#tly to the Board. The Chairman said he was not aware of any difficulty in getting options from the Selectmen. He asked if Mrs. Riffin was aware of any difficutly, and she replied she was not. Mr. Fowle said he was not aware it was a Selectmen' s Planning Board option Bund. The Chairman said this was discussed at Town Meeting. Mr. Fowle said it is their feeling they would like to have its own fund. Mr. zaleski said the way the article is now worded, it does not make any mention of the Planning Board. He said he always assumed it was the Selectmen' s Fund . The Chairman explained the idea was to consolidate the fund and it woud.d be under one Board and this was agreed. 37 Mr. Zaleski said that was in 1962. Mr Legro explained the original Planning Board option required referral to the Board of Selectmen. Mr. Cataldo said no matter who goes to purchase a piece of property, it always ends up with the Selectmen going to Town Meeting, and the Selectmen should have it all squared away before going to Town Meeting. He stated it is not just having another fund. The Selectmen have to make the final purchase anyway. Mr. Fowle said that was true. It is not necessary. Mrs. Riffin asked if the Planning Board could be in- cluded in the article. The Chairman said the Board would honor the request and discuss it again with the Planning Board. Mrs. Riffin suggested that the article include the Planning Board and. Selectmen. The Planning Board retired at 8:55 P.M. Mr. Cataldo, with reference to question D on the ballot, said he thought the Board should find out or make some statement for the townspeople as to what this entails. The Chairman reported he talked with the Attorney General' s office today. That office told him they have not received the official request for a ruling yet from Question the ABC. The Attorney General' s office said the intent D on of the law was clear and they would resolve it. It was ballot left that if the Chairman felt the Selectmen should. request a ruling, he would so proceed. Mr. Cataldo said some time back, the Board agreed to have Paul Revere bowls for retiring women and visiting dignitaries. He said the Board was supposed to come back with suggestions as to a gift for men. He submitted a sample box with fountain pen which he had made up as a gift. The Board was unanimously in favor of Mr. Cataldo' s suggestion. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing, deliberating or voting on mattMrs which, if made public, might adversely affect the public Security, the finan- cial interest of the Town or the reputation of any person/ Following discussion with Chief Corr, letter from Executive attorney Daniel F. Lynch, and legal claims with Town Session Counsel, lots on Grassland Street with Mr. Carroll, a communication from Mr. Perry, and a communication from Miss Monahan, it was voted to resume the open meeting. Upon motion duly made and secodded, it was voted to appoint William C. Petrino, 14 Grapevine Avenue and Roy J. Murphy, 7 Cherry Street, Patrolmen, Lexington Police Department effective November 11, 1966 . Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 10:25 P M. -34r//61) � A true record, Attest : / " eu iv Cler , Sele en 308 SELECTMEN'S MEETING October 31, 1966 A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Selectmen' s Room, Town Office Building, on Monday evening, October 31, 1966, at 7:30 P.M. chairman Cole, Messrs. Cataldo, Sheldon and Mabee were present. Mr. Legro, Town Counsel, Mr. Gray, Executive Assistant, and the Acting Clerk were also present. Mr. John J. Carroll, Superintendent of Public Works, had a previous commitment, and arrived later in the evening. Mr. Legro stated he had an Order of Taking on Lowell Street, property of Sutherland, which was dis- cussed at the last meeting and involves a stonewall Order of and awardof damages in the amount of $100.00. Taking Mr. Sheldon sitxted this was satisfactory to the members of the Board. Mr. Legro stated he expects a confirmatory deed and release. Upon motion duly made and seconded , it was voted to sign the Order of Taking, prepared. by Mr. Legro, for property of Sutherland, Lowell Street, awarding damages in the amount of $100 00 All copies were taken by Mr. Legro . Mr. Legro submitted two copies of contract between the Town & Belli Bros. for the Board' s signature. He stated there are three or four things which were omitted, Contract normally required. He stated he had called the State but had been unable to connect with them; but in case there is an urgency, the Board could sign them and he would hold all three copies. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to sign the contract between the Town and Belli Bros. for Chapter 90 work on Massachusetts Avenue. Mr. Gray reported a request from the Board of Transfer Retirement, Mr. George P. Morey, for a transfer of $175.00 due to additional expenses, records, etc. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to request the Appropriation Committee to transfer the amount of $175. from the Reserve Fund to the Board of Retirement - Expenses Account. Mr. Gray stated he had a request for a transfer of $900.00 for the Clerical Pool. This is due to the illness of the Selectmen' s Executive Clerk and also Transfer thecoffice of the Veterans' Agent Clerk. He said this , would carry through to the end of the year. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 309 to request the Appropriation Committee to transfer the amount of $900.00 from the Reserve Fund to the Clerical Pool-Personal Services Account. Mr. Gray submitted a bill for $1,000 .00, Architect' s fee, from the office of William A. Halsey, Project 17.6% completed to September 30. Architect He stated this was the first payment to the architect. bill Mr. Cataldo said, since construction. P.W.Bldg. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to pay architect' s fee of $1,000.00 to William A. Halsey, in payment of btill of October 17, 1966 . Mr. Gray reported receipt of an invoice from The Haller Testing Laboratories, Inc. , 68 Laurel Street, Watertown in the amount of $64.00, for tests made on concretic. Mr. Mabee asked why this wasn' t part of the contract. Bill-P.W. Mr. Cataldo stated it wasn't known how many tests Building would be run, that the specifications didn't cover the tests. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to pay bill of $64.00 received from the Haller Testing Bill -P.W, Laboratories, Inc. , 68 Laurel Street, Watertown, in Building payment of tests made on concrete. In the absence of Mr. Carroll, Mr. Gray reported the Implementation Committee on Lexington Center had hired Lex. Cen- John Frey of Mason & Frey, as architect. ter Mr. Carroll hasoontraets with Whitman & Howard for Architect the work and will forward them to Mr. Legro for his perusal. The Committee suggests that Whitman & Howard be hired to do the workl The Chairman stated this architect in particular had worked with Whitman & Howard, and the committee felt this is the best way, to go ahead and hire Whitman & C- -t Contracts Howard. Whitman & Mr. Mabee reported that the Library had requested Howard that they be referred to the architect for landscaping the grounds of Cary Memorial Library as part of the project. Mr. Gray reported that was taken into consideration. Mr. Adams reported he had seeen a letter from some of the people in the Central Block on which they were raising Central the rent and taking three-year contracts. Block Mr. Cataldo stated that this is something that should not be discussed in open session at this time. The Chairman thanked Mr. Adams for this information. Mr. Cataldo stated it is official, that they are signing nothing immediately, there is nothing concrete, as yet; it will be a couple of weeks. 310 Mr. Adams stated, wig reference to Question D on the ballot, that there bad` been no public notice; that Voters should stand on their own feet. The Chairman stated that this Board has never Sales Tax officially gone on record as supporting the Sales Tax. He suggested that information be given to the Town, the local newspaper. Mr. Sheldon said he was certainly for it. The Chairman stated there was only one issue that does affect the finances of the Towh4 Mr. Cataldo moved that the Selectmen recommend the Sales Tax, and it was unanimously voted. With reference to the Liquor question on the ballot Mr. Mabee made a motion that it was for the good of the Town. The Chairman stated he did not think any motion was necessary, that he hadn't heard any person say they were not in favor of C & D. Mr. Sheldon said he would vote "Yes" on C. & D, that it was a matter of public policy; a matter of the financial welfare of the Town. However, he stated, if it is the wish of the Board to let the matter drop, he was content to let the matter drop, but he was in favor of it. The Chairman read a letter from Mr. Wilbur H. Roby, Acting Town Manager of the Town of Arlington, relative to a bill dated October 25, 1966, received for the newer betterment assessment on Maple Street in the amount of $1,850.40. Mr. Sheldon asked if it could be fixed so that it could never be built upon. Deferred Mr. Cataldo replied the Board should do what betterment is done for others, defer it for a three-year period. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to extend the time for payment of $1,850.40, without interest, until said land or any part thereof is built upon, sold orluntil the expiration of three years from the date hereof, whichever event occurs first If the land is built upon or sold, the entire amount becomes due. The Chairman stated this could be exthaded, and Mr. Legro stated that circumstances may change. Letter with reference to the roadside stand., "Sun 52 Lowell Valley FarmY , from Alice C. Monahan, 51 Lowell Street Street was read by the Chairman. The Chairman stated he had talked, with Mr Irwin, Building Inspector, and Mr. Irwin affirmed that inspections were completed, and complaints answered . Mr. Sheldon stated this was covered, by the Board. of Appeals' hearing last Tuesday night, the 25th of October , 111 and Miss Monahan should be advised to that effect. John and Rosina Busa were issued a permit to continue operation of their stand 311 Letter from Mr Jules Sussman, Chairman of the Conservation Commission, relative to an invoice from Singer Associated, 1430A Beacon Street, Brookline, for Appraisal appraisal work on the Hamilton Land, corner Worthen Road invoice and Massachusetts Avenue andon the Bayle land, corner Stratham Road and. Massachusetts Avenue, in the amount of $125.00, was received. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the amount of $125, invoice of Singer Associates. Letter from Mrs. Edwin B. Worthen, Jr. , with regard to the vine covering the Revolutionary Monument, was held over. Mr. Cataldo said he felt this vine should be trimmed a bit, but not to any great extent. Mr Sheldon suggested leaving this to Mr. Carroll, superintendent of Public Works. He felt what should be done was to preserve a fair measure of growth so the inscriptions could be seen. The Chairman felt it should be taken care of by the Public Workks Department so that the inscriptions could be readily seen and read. Upon motion duly made and seconded , it was voted to advise Mrs. Worthen that the matterlhad been ' referred to Mr. John Carroll, and he would have it trimmed at his discretion so that the inscriptions could be readily seen and read. The Chairman referred to the Civil Service Certifications . He stated that there is the position of Captain which did not come through, and if the Board passes on these now, which it should do, the fact is that there is the Captain' s vacancy to fill. The Chief requests these vacancies should be filled, and he would hold for a few minutes until Chief Corr Arrived. Chief Corr came into the meeting and stated he had hoped to have the Captain. He suggested, with regard to the Lieutenant he believed that Dooley is #1 and Morelli, #2. He asked for Sergeant, that Dooley be appft iotd. He stated he has been a patrolman since December 27, 1949, a Sergeant in October 1955, is presently the oldest of the ranking Sergeants; has been doing desk duty for two or three years. The three lieutenants will fill the desk and two shifts at night. He also asked the Board to consider Charles Withrow, #1, for Sergeant and Carlson, #2. Since April 13, 1959 he has been a patrolman, and with regard to both officers, he would advise that there have been no reprimands, no punishments. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to appoint William George Dooley a Lieutenant in the Lexington Police Department, effective November 4, 1966, at a salary of $7390. 00 per year. co 3.1.2 air Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to appoint Charles A. Withrow, Jr a Sergeant in the Lexington Police Department, effective November 4, 1966, at a salary of$6,700 per year.. The Chairman stated he felt it important that the Board know the status of its efforts to recruit outside of Lexington. He said he saw Miss Campbell and she is in the process of getting lists to send to the Board, of people to become policemen in the Lexington force. Miss Campbell says she sees no reason why we should not Jhave these lists and she is making these available to us . Letters from Mrs. George P. Morey, President of the Lexington Historical Society, Mrs. Elizabeth H. Clarke, Pres- ident, Board of Trustees, Cary Memorial Library, also Eleanor N. MacQueen, Corresponding Secretary to the Lexington Arts & Crafts Society, Inc. , nominating individuals for the vacancies on the Associate Members of the Historic Districts Commission, were read by the Chairman. The Chairman read the names of the nominees of the Lexington Historical Society and asked the Board to pick one of these; there are two who will be Associate Members. Mr. Cataldo said he would like to present the names of George Emery and Munroe Hamilton. The Chairman stated he would like to call these people . The alternate nominee is Mr. Whipple. The Chairman stated the Board has the nominations: Mr. George Emery and Mr. Munroe Hamilton, and if either declines to serve, Mr. Whipple will be appointed to serve. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to appoint Mr. George Emery and Mr. Munroe Hamilton, to serve as Associate Members of the Historic Districts Co,- mission, and Mr. ripple as an Alternate, should either nominee decline to serve . Later in the evening, Mr. Gray called Mr. Hamilton and he said he would serve if there were no Conflict of Interest. Mr. Legro left the meeting at 8:30 P.M. It was pointed out that Mr. Hamilton coulddisqualify himself on the Board. Mr. Sheldon stated he had every confidence in Mr. Hamilton' s judgment. When Mr. Carroll came into the meeting, the Chairman stated that with regard to Mrs. Worthen' s request for trimming the vine-covered monument on the Common, it was referred to him, and the Board requests trimming the monument judiciously so that the lettering can be read. Public Mr. Carroll referred to the Visitors' Center buildink. Pub. He stated that Lee Tarbox had given him information. On closing October 22, there were 138 visitors; on the 23rd, 316, 454 that weekend. October 27, 232, 73 on Sunday, a total 31.3 of 305. Mr. Carroll felt there was no need of making a change. It was voted to close the building this weekend. The Chairman stated it was open for discussion. Mr. Sheldon asked if it could be open for a couple of more weekends. Mr. Carroll asked if it would be open on Veterans ' Day, too, and the question was asked if the Chamber of Commerce was going to man it. Mr. Carroll stated on the Visitors' Center Building they were going to be in trouble . They need a transfer of $735.60 to get through to the end offthe year. He gave the Board abreakdown of figures. He stated there was one figure that had to be corrected. $1712. open for the year; WOO appropriation. Some estimates are up and some are down. Mr. Cataldo asked if this could be transferred from the original appropriation. Transfer Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to request the Appropriation Committee to transfer the sum of $750. from the Reserve Fund to the Public Facilities Building Account. The Chairman read a. letter from Elizabeth C. Whitman, 9 Deipar Road, relative to mowing the fields which are TowniMetmgg property, and asked what the problems were in mowing these Town fields. fields Mr. Carroll stated if they could get someone to mow them, if would be all right. Mr. Mabee asked if the hay could be sold, and was it O.A. Mr. Cataldo replied the hay was good, but each year it is that much poorer, and if it were possible to get it taken away. The Chairman asked Mr. Carroll to get more information on this for the Board. The Chairman read a letter from Mrs. Lawrence V. Giusti, 20 Burlington Street, complaining about the traffic at the intersection of Massachusetts Avenue and. Worthen Traffic Road. complaint The Chairman statedthis should be referred to the Traffic. Study Committee for consideration. Then Mr. Carroll stated it will run this month and then something will be dote. Letter was received from Pasquale Luongo, 14.7 Pleasant Street, relative to sewer betterment assessment on lots 10 and Pt. 11, Moreland Avenue. Mr. Carroll recommended that this be approved. Deferment Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Luongo under the porvisions of Chapter 159 of the Acts of 1950, sewer bet- to extend the time for payment of $369.30, sewer terment betterment assessment livied against Lots 10 and Pt. 11 asst. 314co CsQMoreland Avenue, without interest, until said land or any part thereof is built upon, sold orluntil the expir- ation of three years from the date hereof, whichever event occurs first. If the land is built upon or sold, the entire amount becomes due. Letter from Mrs. Monis Manning, 66 Hillcrest Avenue, requesting sewer main for Hillcrest Avenue and the accept- ance of the street, was rmlad by the Chairman. Mr. Carroll stated he would take care of this. Copy of letter from Alcoholic Beverages Com-' issio.i ABC mission relative to Liquor questions on ballot for November election was received and placed on file. Notice was received from the Alcoholic Beverages Commission relative to the provisions for the sale of Alcoholic Beverages insofar as they relate to the sale and delivery of such bevexes on Christmas Day, Monday, December 26, 1966, and New Year' s Day, Monday, January 2, 1967. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was unani- mously voted to conform. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to sign Certificates of Incorporation for the following 11individuals, satisfactory character references having been received from Chief Corr: Richard L. Jenkins, 286 Bedford Street, Lexington Archangelo Cascieri, 500 Concord Avenue, Lexington Certificate George White, 55 Oak Street, Lexington of Ineorpo- William Downe, 286 Marrett Road, Lexingtnn ration Russell E. Cutter, 32 Brandon Street, Lexington Frank Pespisa, 23 Pine Knoll Road, Lexington Carol H. Miller, 30 Patterson Road, Lexington Wallace Feurzeig, 31 Patterson Road, Lexington Ella Lou Dimmock, 29 Munroe Road, Lexington Upon motion duly made and aeoonded, it was voted License to sign Common Victualler' s license on behalf of Folsom' s Seafoods of Lexington, Inc. Upon motinn duly made and -seconded, it was voted Minutes to approve the minutes of the Selectmen' s Meeting held on October 24, 1966. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing, deliberating or voting on matters which, if made public, might adversely affect the public security, the financial interest of the Town or the reputation of any person. 315 Following discussion of a brook-and lots on Grassland Street and two planning Board reports, "it was voted to resume the open meeting. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 9:30 F.M. A true record, Attest: / /‹.42/ Fat--""4----r . bti ClOrk, Belectme,n; li16 SELECTMEN'S MEETING November 7, 1966 I A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Selectmen' s Room, Town Office Building, on Monday evening, November 7, 1966, at 7:30 P.M. Chairman Cole, Messrs. Burnell, Catildo, Sheldon and Mabee were present. Mr. Legro, Town Counsel, Mr. Carroll, Super- intendent of Public Works, Mr. Gray, Executive Assistant, and the Acting Clerk were also present. Hearing was declared open upon the application of y the Boston Edison Company for conduit location on Waltham Street. Notices of the hearing were sent to the petitioner, Conduit owners of the property as listed on the petitioner' s plan, location and also filed with the Superintendent of Public Works. A gentleman, representing the Boston Edison Company, was present at the meeting. No one from the School Department was present repre- senting that department. Mr. Carroll stated that this location was partly on School property and partly on Town property. Mr. Legro suggested that this should be checked with the School Department and also be signed by them. Mr. Carroll also felt that this should have the approval of the School Department. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted that the Board of Selectmen sign the petition, subject to the concurrence of the Superintendent of Schools. Mr. Legro referred to the City of Cambridge, Hobbs Brook Basin, matter. The -Court, as of October 31, 1966, Hobbs (he received a copy on November 2,) in substance found Brook the removal of soil was incidental to the enlargement Reservoir of the Reservoir, and it could not be said that it came within the By-Law of the Town of Lexington. Mr. Sheldon asked, Why, because they were not conducting a business? Mr. Legro stated they were eehlarging the Reservoie, He had no comment to make. The Chairman stated that the Town did lose the case. Mr. Legro stated the Judge authorized a decree to dismiss the bill. Mr. Carroll stated this matter concerns Chapter 90, Chapter 90 Lowell Street. He said he had talked to the State con- funds cerning this Chapter 90 project, whish the Board had discussed previously. Their letter of September 20 did not specify any location for this work; he had given the 1 DPW traffic counts, and the Department feels Lowell Street should be four lanes wide between Woburn Street and Maple 317 Street. He stated the roadwould be 50 feet wide which means there would have to be a taking made on either side of the road, and the question is whether the County would do it, or the Town at Town Meeting. The DPW feels the roads should be designed for the next twenty years. Mr. Carroll stated he would like the Board to write a follow-up letter for this money to be used on Lowell Street. It should be used to finish Massachusetts Avenue, but nothing to be put in the letter about the width of the road. Mr. Carroll stated that last week Mr. COole, Cataldo, Gray and he met with Dr. Fobert and Mr. EacInnes of the Maintenance School Department relative to a problem they had with School maintenance of the School groutids. They feel they should grounds purchase a gang mower, 5 reel, and put a man on full time mowing the school grounds in the summer. They asked if we could handle it and this led to further disnussion of whether or not the Town coeld handle the maintenance of all school grounds. At present, his department handles the Recreation areas and some other areas, but most of them he doesn' t. The question was asked how much personnel and equipment it would take to maintain the grounds except clearing of snow from the walks. Mr. Carroll stated gang mowing only Bridge School, Estabrook, Franklin, Hancock, Hastings, Muzzey and Sentor High School - one man and one gang mower, $9,000. The question was asked how much would it cost to take over the complete maintenance, and the answer was seven men, a pickup truck and equipment, total would be $59,500.00. Mr. Maclnnes is going to discuss this with the School Committee, and the Committee does intend to meet with the Selectmen about this problem. Mr. Sheldon stated this would mean a reduction in the School budget and an increase in Public Works' budget. Mr. Carroll stated that they are not doing a good job, and his department does a good job. The Chairman stated Mr. Cdrroll had met with Mr. Maclnnes after their meeting, and Mr. Maclnnes stated he didn' t care how the matter was handled. They are not doing the job they would like to as it is presently done by t$e custodians. Mr. Sheldon asked if there would be any conceivable reimbursement. Mr. Cataldo stated he felt it should be in the School budget. The Chairman stated a charge-back system should be established to show up where the cost belongs. He agreed that the Public Works would do a better job, and also felt that it should be charged to the School Department. Mr. Carroll stated again that Mr. Maclnnes would bring it up to the School Committee. 1 • co 318' n Public Mr. Carroll, with reference to the Town Barn, stated Works that they are in a position right naw where he felt if Building there was a snowstorm, they would be in serious trouble. That they were at least one monthaway from occupying one part of the building. He stated he had brought the subject up before about renting some part of the Maney property for $100 a month, and he would like to do it. The cost could be charged to the Public Yorks Building. The Chairman asked if Mr. Carroll had checked with Mr. Perry, the Comptroller. Mr. Mabee asked if it would be for a couple of Months, and Mr. Cataldo replied until April. Mr. Carroll stated they would like to put the summer equipment in there, that they wouldbe in trouble if they didn' t. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize the Superintendent of Public Works to reserve the space necessary until the Town building is ready. Mr. Carroll stated the contractor is far behind, that it would. be March first; part of the building would be ready by December 20. Pole Mr. Carrolliinformed the Board that he had looked at location the pole in Depot place, and he approved the location which was referred tolhim last week. Upon motion duly made andseconded, it was voted to authorize the Chairman to sign the petition. Mr. Gray stated he had a request for a transfer of 1 Transfer $10,330. 73, Interest on Town Debt, due to a shortage of cash. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to request the Appropriation Committee to transfer the sum of $10,330.73 to the Interest on TWown Debt Account. Mr. Gray reported he had received a call from Mr. Tropeano who stated there would be some buildings built in the spring between Maguire Road and the entrance to Extension Hansoom Field.. He wished an item in the budget to extend of sewer the sewer on Hartwell Avenue. Hartwell Mr. Carroll stated the sewer will cost $110,000 and Avenue Water, $75,000, very little that is assessable, as it is land that cannot be developed. Mr. Sheldon stated all that can be done is to put it in the budget. Mr. Cataldo stated there should be some assurance of a return to the town. Mr. Gray stated he would come down and talk to the Board. Mr. Sheldon stated it would be improving property with no return to the Town, and felt the whole subject should be pursued at budget time, and find out what 319 assurance will be given The Chairman read a letter from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, DPW, from Joseph Linhares, Office Conveyancer, relative to a taking made of a parcel of registered land from Frederick Heinrich and Catherine Heinrich and said Partial land was designated in the Order of Taking and Plan as release Parcel No. 12-1 and the amount of land taken was 288 Square sewer Feet of land.. Assessaat Mr. Sheldon stated that they only wanted their portion of the land cleared, just wanted a clear title. Mr. Legro said that was correct. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grantlthhe partial release of sewer assessment. The letter was referred loo Mr. Legro for his attention. Mr. Gray reported he had received a call from Mr. Conroy asking that the Ledgelawn Avenue Brook be on the Agenda for tonight. He sued he had talked with Mr. Conroy and that he was coming in. He presumed the group present Ledgelawn was from LeOgelawn Avenue. Ave. Mr. Paul Bentley, 9 Ledgelawn Avenue, stated he Brook would request the Board to take into consideration, for next year' s budget, the brook behind Ledgelawn Avenue. He felt it was a health hazard, was very likely plugged up as it usually is in the fall with leaves , etc. and 11 there were rats there . They do get a number of mosquitoes. He stated he had some pictures which the E Board might like to look at. He stated it is dangerous to the children in the area. Mr. Mabee asked when these pictures were taken and the reply was last week. Mr. Carroll asked if the Town had an easement along the brook, and stated the Town had a sewer easement but no drainage easement to his knowledge, and if the brook were to be piped, it would take a large easement. Mr. Anthony Delete, 38 Ledgelawn Avenue, stated he could verify Mr. Bentley' s statements. There are rats there, plenty of them. He said when the old coal barns were torn down, he spoke to Mr. Maloney at that time, which was twelve or fourteen years ago, and it is still not piped. He stated they disposed of the rats by putting poison out every day, that the people did not dare to leave the children out without supervision, that the rats came up to the front walk. He felt it was adking for very little The Chairman stated he assumed most of the people present lived on Ledgelawn Avenue, and asked if there was any dissention. Mr. Gary C. Koger, 55 Ledgelawn Avenue, stated there is considerable variance of opinion as to the character of the brook. He stated his house is very close to the brook, 30 to 50 feet from the rear of the house. He has kept it clean and hasn't seen any rats . There is a 3U 2C cs significant hillside and rather substantial bridge. The main point he wished to make is the scenic attraction; there is a variable flow of water He stated there has been a significant increase in the quality of the water from the time when the sewers were extended. He said he would be very interested to what extent sewerage is being pumped into the area, and to control the stream with regard to the sewerage being in it. It is an attribute worthy of preservation. The Chairman asked what percentage of the street is connected to the sewer, and Mr. Carroll replied it is very high, but there is no pollution from that specific area. The Chairman asked Mr. Conroy if he wished to speak and Mr. Conroy stated that he had just prepared the list to be put on the Agenda, that he had nothing to say. The Chairman read a letter from Elizabeth H. Muench, 33 Ledgelawn Avenue, who was very much in favor of the brook not being piped. Another resident stated that two dogs have died from that brook from eating the rats . A veterinary vouched for this, an autopsy was performed on one of the dogs, and the report was that the death was caused by poisoning from eating the carcasses of the rats. Mrs. Rossi, 15 Ledgelawn Avenue, stated her property gets flooded after a large rain storm, from the drains & underneath the Town Barn. He stated there is an ugly pool there. Mr. Bentley stated something will have to be done, that he would have to put up walls so that his children can play safely; either he would have to do it or the Town. The Chairman asked if the Town had the right to go in there, and Mr. Legro replied he would have to look and see what the situation is , and stated the Town has certain easements along Vine Brook. Mr. Carroll stated they have the drainage Act. There is one easement at #9 and one at #43. Mrs. McCallum, 245 Bedford Street, stated the men come up from the Town and throw the trash up the bank, leaves, tires, eta, Bhe has raked it up and put it in barrels. McCallum' s bank is seven or eight feet high, and comes right down towards Bentley' s property, at #9. Mr. Bentley said his bank is six feet high. The Chairman stated the Board would take the matter under advisement tnd get recommendations from the various departments. Mr. Carroll said, for the record, there should be some recording of those who are in favor of piping the brook and those who are opposed. Mr. Gray took the poll: (quote) 321. FOR PIPING Paul Bentley 9 Ledgelawn Avenue Elizabeth Bentley 9 Ledgelawn Avenue Rochelle Rossi 15 Ledgelawn Avenue Hugo Rossi 15 Ledgelawn Avenue D. McCallum 245 Bedford Street Norma Walsh 8 Ledgelawn Avenue Edward J. Walsh 8 Ledgelawn Avenue Joseph T. Mulcahy 36 Ledgelawn Avenue Kathleen L. Mulcahy 36 Ledgelawn Avenue Anthony Delsie 38 Ledgelawn Avenue Against PipinE Gary C. Koger 55 Ledgelawn Avenue Barry W. Koger 55 Ledgelawn Avenue Meredith A. Ellis 42 Ledgelawn Avenue Mr. Anthony Delsie stated that the brook has not been 1 cleaned by the Town. He stated he was hesitant when he bought the place that the Town cleaned the brook twice a year, that it has never been done. Mr. Carroll stated that the Town does not have any regular schedule to clean the brook. The Chairman stated this meeting is not a regular hearing, it is just an informational hearing. Chief Corr, Lexingbon Police Department, met with the Board. He stated there are three names on the Captain' s list. The Chairman read the names : 1) Paul E. Furdon; 2) Robert G. Martin; 3) James J. Lima, Jr. Appointment Chief Corr Stated he would make a specific recommendation that #1, Lieutenant Paul E. Furdon, be appointed Captain, effective this Friday, Novmmber 11, 1966. He was made a patrolman on October 31, 1952, fourteen years with the Department; Sergeant in 1955, and Lieutenant in 1962, Lieutenant Investigator in March, 1965. Presently Lieutenant Furdon is acting as a Captain and is e12e in charge of the Bureau of Criminal Investigation. Both of the other applicants are qualified as well, but Chief Corr asked if the Board would consider Lieutenant Furdon as Captain. Mr. Sheldon asked if there was only one appointment II at this time. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 322 el to appoint Lieutenant Paul E. Furdon to the position of Captain in the Lexington Police Department, effective Friday, November 11, 1966, subject to the approval of the Division of Civil Service. Letter from Mrs. Elizabeth C. Whitman, 9 Demar Road, Mowing relative to mowing Town fields, was held over. Town The Chairman staked this has not been checked out fields yet, and it would be held over until the next meeting of the Board as it would have to be chekked as to Conservation land.. Petition requesting accephance of the portion of Rolfe Road Rolfe Road running northerly from Fessenden Way to the petition end of the newly paved section, was received from Mrs. Uri Ra'Anan, 7 Rolfe Road, and Mrs. Martin Nissell, 8 Rolfe Road This petition was referred to Mr. Carroll, Super- intendent of Public Works, for his consideration. The Chairman read a letter from the Playground Fence - Committee of the Adams School P.T.A. relative to the Adams Board's previous letter of July 13, 1966, regarding School a fence a the Adams School Playground. playground Mr. Sheldon inquired as to the cost of the fence, and Mr. Mabee asked who built the fence attthe Muzzey Jr. High School. 111 Mr. Carroll stated the distance is about three hundred feet, and Mr. Cataldo felt it was more than that. Mr. Cataldo asked what activity is out there; that the Town is not going to enclose the four sides. He said it is not a similar situation to the other schools. He suggested writing the School Department to see what they say. He stated the charges they made in their letter are unfounded. Mr. Sheldon felt the Board should handle this. Mr. Cataldo stated the Massachusetts Avenue fence wasn' t to protect the children but to prevent the ball from rolling out. He said no ball is going to go on the railroad tracks, and even if there were a fence, the children will go around it, and he felt the arguments they presented were pointless in this case, that there was only one freight train a week. The Chairman moved for reconsideration, and stated it would not be voted on Awnight. Mr. Gray was asked to check with the School Com- mittee and to write the Boston & Maine Railroad for its schedule of trains, freight as well as passenger. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Pole to sign petition from the Boston Edison Company and locations the New England Telephone Company for the following pole locations: Worthen rRoad, northwesterly side, southwesterly from a point approximately 680 feet 323 southwest of Bedford Street, -- 1 Three poles. Letter from the Cdmmonwealth of Massachusetts, D.F.W. relative to snow removal on Route 2A, Town Gap, 0.20 Miles. The Chairman stated this tomes up each year and Mr. Carroll approves of it. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to Snow continue the arrangement whereby the State plows the removal entire length of Maple Street and the Town removes the snow from all of Massachusetts Avenue, as has been the policy in the past. The Chairman read a letter from Joseph J. Volante, 82 Lowell Street, relative to flooding conditions on Drainage, Lowell Street, in which a copy of a letter was enclosed Lowell St. to Mr. Carroll regarding this matter. Mr Carroll stated there is a culvert which has been there for several years, but it has nothing to do with the flooding conditions. He stated somewhere along the line , as he understood it, Busa on the low side uluPPed it up and it doesn' t drain as well as it fprmerly did 'There is a drainage problem on Lowell Street, but it has nothing to do with the culvert. Mr. Sheldon asled if the culvert shouldn' t be kept open. Mr. Carroll said it probably should, but felt the Town should stay clear of it , it isn' t needed; that there is no water on Busa' s side. Mr. Sheldon stated whatever Mr. Carroll recommends will correct it. The Chairman requested that Mr. Carroll prepare an answer to Mr. Volante' s letter . The Chairman read a letter from Mr. Joseph J. Volante, 82 Lowell Street, relative to a complaint regarding the Board of Appeals' action with reference to Sun Valley Farm on Lowell Street. Complaint Mr. Sheldon stated he was at the meeting, and no one was denied an opportunity to speak. The abutters are always notified, that an effort was made the night of the hearing to eliminate discussion, but no one was denied an opportunity to be heard. The Chairman stated that the Board appoints the Board of Appeals but has no control over them. Mr. Cataldo stated the Board should give the Board of Appeals a vote of confidence, and should find out if this was true. Mr. Sheldon said it should be investigated, maybe there are some who are not considered abutters. The Chairman stated he would answer both letters. l i _ In aK Statement from the Department of Public Works, Comm. of Mass . , showing the 0Ependitures made for Chapter 90 or on account of work covered by Memorandum of Agree- Memorandum ment between the Department of Public Works and the of Agreement Town of Lexington, Contract #33i83, was read by the Chairman. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to sign the agreement. Letter from Miss Barbara Gilson, 19 Parker Street, registering complaint relative to the use of Parker Field for a Carnival during the Labor Day weekend, was read by the Chairman. Complaint - Mr. Sheldon stated he felt Miss Gilson was right Use of in part of it, as far as granting a kermit, but he Parker saw no reason why the work could not be done during Field the daytime. He felt it should not extend into the evening again, that it could be done in the daytime; it was just a matter of time and money. The citizens have some rights, and the Legion should conform to rules and regulations. The Chairman stated he would answer the letter, stating that all applications for the use of the field will be taken on merit and the Board will be more stringent in the use of the field. Mr. Sheldon suggested when they apply for a permit, state there will be no erecting after 6:00 F.M. , that they were hammering at 11:00 P.M. The Chairman stated they will be stopped after that time; what they did was Unreasonable. The Chairman read a letter from Arthur E. Burrell, C. D. Director of Civil Defense, requesting the Board to appoint- appoint the following individuals as Operators in the ments Civil Defense Communications section: Paul Finnerty 229 Pollen Road Alan Hadley 31 Robbins Road Peter Nesbed.a 10 Blodgett Road James O'Neil 77 Robbins Road. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to appoint the above named individuals as operators in the Civil Defense Communications section. The Chairman read a letter from Mr. Donald E. Nickerson, Chairman of the Board of Appeals, with Resignation reference to the resignation of Mr Munroe H. Hamilton as an Associate Member of the Board of Appeals, and requesting the Board to provide a replacement. The Chairman stated he would talk with Mr. Hamilton. Mr. Sheldon said an effort should be made to retain Mr. Hamilton. 325 Letter from the Women' s American Ort, Battle 11 Green Chapter, Waltham, Massachusetts, relative to holding a bazaar on Parker Field on May 21, 1967, with an alternate date of May 28, 1967. Mr. Alan Adams stated these dated are on Sundays. Use of Mr. Sheldon asked if this didn' t come up last Parker year and Mr. Gray replied they didn' t use the field Field 1 last year. The Chairman stated that they had permission to use their own property He instructed Mr. Gray to follow this matter through, to get the hours thdy want to use the field and to inform them that we have reservations for Sunday. Mr. Burnell stated this is regional rather than local. Licenses Upon motion dulytmade andseconded, it was voted to grant the following First Class Agent' s licenses: Licenses Lexington Auto Sales, Inc. , 409 Mass. Ave. - renewal Lawless-Mawhinney Motors, Inc. 581 Marrett Rd. " Minutes Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the minutes of the Selectmen' s Meeting Minutes held. on October 31, 1966. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of dis- matters which, deliberating or voting on if made public, might adversely affect the public Executive security, the financial interest of the Town or the Session reputation of any person. Following discussion with Mr. Legro, Town Counsel, relative to an easement, Mr Carroll relative to the Visitors' Building Funds, and Lots on Grassland Street it was voted to resume the open meeting. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 9:34 P.M. A true record, Attest; t )76°/"4"Li � oni Clerk, (gelectme / II I 326co N4 SFT.F,CTMEN'S MEETING November 14, 1966 A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was heldin the Selectmen' s Room, Town Office Building, on Monday evening, November 14, 1966, at 7:30 F.M. Chairman Cole, Messrs. Burnell, Cataldo, Sheldon and Mabee were present. Mr. Carroll, Superintendent of Public Works, Mr. Gray, Executive Assistant, and the Acting Clerk were also prevent. Mr. Gray reported receipt of e. letter today from Mr. Legro, Town Counsel, which he read to the Board. Mr. Legro enclosed a copy of letter to Mr. Cronin requesting the Board of Assessors to abate the pro rata share of the 1966 taxes on the land taken from Lexland Construction Co. Inc , andalso requesting the Selectmen to abate the unpaid balance of the sidewalk betterments as follows: Sidewalk account 321, Map 46 Lot 28: Abatement Unpaid balance 1966 apportionment $5.06 Unpaid balance 1966 interest 2.63 12 years future apportionmetts Ca3 7.43 89.16 $96.85 Sidewalk account 228, Map 46 Lot 31: Unpaid balance 1966 apportionment $5.82 Unpaid balance 1966 interest 2.57 10 years future apportionments Ca3 85.67 $94.06 Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to aba#e the unpaid balance of the sidewalk betterments as outlined by Mr. Legro. Mr. Gray stated he had a bill from the Waltham Chemical Company in the amount of $195 for work Public performed as per agreement, together with a letter from Works William A. Halsey requesting that $50 be withheld from Building this amount as part had not been impregnated as the Bill sill is not yet in place. Mr. Cataldo explained that they were requested to give a recommendation of what to do, that they guaranteed to take care of the termites now and in the future. All the old wood is being treated. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize payment of this bill in the amount of $145; $50 being withheld from the total of $195. till a future date when the work will be completed. Mr. Gray read a letter from the Boston and Maine Railroad in reply to his letter relative to the rail 327 schedule of passenger and freight trains going through Lexington. His request was in connection with a letter from the Playground Committee of the Adams F.T.A. in Adams which they requested a fence be erected. School fence Mr. Gray said the Boston & Maine could not give any definite information as to the freight train going through Lexington, as the schedule is for one a day, Monday through Friday, but they have no way of knowing if it would come through Lexington except when the freight assignments were out here. Mr. Sheldon stated he thought the real question was brought up previously, that is, can a fence be run in such a way as to do any good. Mr. Carroll stated he had some information on the cost of a fence. He said from this endof the field toward Arlington, it would be 300 feet of fenee to the Tennis Court; 450 feet to the bushes which they couldn' t get around, 750 feet in all A six-foot fence, $6.00 a foot. Mr. Cataldo stated he hadlooked. at Muzzey and Adams, and he had had telephone calls with regard to it, and he had talked with parents. They agree, that because of the land being the way it is, the tracks being above the playground, the main job is to teach the children some responsibility and. discipline, that the fence would cure nothing, even going the whole 700 feet. The East Lexington playgreA d is below tie grade pf the railroad tracks and no ball is going there He felt the Board should talk with the School Department, and ask if it were their land, would they recommend a fence. He stated he couldn't see the need for a fence, and suggested that a letter be written to the School and ask them that specifixally. The Chairman stated that a letter be written to the School Committee, citing the facts , and asking *f this were their land, would they erect a fence. Mr. Carroll stated he had a note from Lee Tarbox regarding the Visitors' Center. He reported that on the 5th of November there were-164 people; the 6th, 22, Visitors' on that weekend a total of 186. Over the long weekend., Center 256 on the 11th, 45 on the 12th and 65 on the 13th 466 in all. He stated they had extended the closing on these weekends, and asked if be was to keep it open. Mr. Gray informed the Board that the transfer was granted by the Appropriation Committee, and the question was asked in view of that fact, could it be kept open. Mr. Sheldon asked if it could be run for two more weeks, and Mr. Carroll replied he did not know, that he would not like to go over his account and ask for any more money. 328 con The Chamber of Commerce wanted the big signs, and it was felt the building should not be closed. It was the consensus of the Board that it be kept open for two more weeks. Mr. Carroll stated that last year he hired some college students where they paid 10% of their salary. He stated requests have to be in early for next summer, College in order to get the 10%, and after August, it will be students 25%. He said they applied to ten colleges and ended up with two people; stated they would like to apply. Mr. Sheldon asked what classification, laborers, clerical or what. Mr. Carroll stated the problem is that you just don' t get the people. Mr. Mabee moved that the Board authorize Mr. Carroll to apply. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize Mr. Carroll to apply for college students as requested. Mr. Carroll reported that up in front of the Hunt Block, Trani' s and Baker' s, the Hunt Block is going to be done very soon as well as Trani' s . There is 26 feet which is filled with gravel, and he felt something should be done to provide some sort of access to these I/Hunt Block stores To _pave the entire 26 feet wide from Depot paving Square to Baker' s with hottop would cost roughly $750 to $1,000. It was stated that there is no choice in the matter, it should be done to protect the Town. Mr. Cataldo asked if it would take a lot of work to take the curbing out, and Mr. Carroll replied it would be a lot of work taking it out. The Chairman suggested fixing it up. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to provide access to these stores as suggestdd by Mr. Carroll. The Chairman read a letter from Robert E. Mortimer, 8 Tricorns Road, relative to a request for street lights Street and inquiring about snow plowing during the winter. lights & The Chairman stated these are normal procedures. snow The letter was referred to Mr. Carroll, Superin- removal tendent of Public Works, who stated these matters would be taken care of. Letter from Mr. Salvatore Ferraguto, 145 Laconia Street, was read by the Chairman, in which Mr. Ferraguto referred to his letter to the Board of October 6, 1965 with regard to questions he had con- cerning Laconia Street. 32 The Chairman explained the context of the letter and asked if there had been a reply. Laconia Mr. Gray reported that both he and Mr. Carroll Street missed the letter, that in the minutes of that meeting it stated he and Mr. Carroll were to see Mr. Ferraguto. The Chairman stated he would write and inform Mr. Ferraguto that he regretted he had not been contacted previously, but that Mr. Gray and Mr. Carroll would be in touch with him very shortly. Letter was received and read by the Chairman from Donald R. Marquis, Town Manager of the Town of Arlington, relative to the Board' s letter of November 15., 1966 to Maple Street him with regard to the sewer betterment assessment on Sewer Maple Street. betterment It was suggested that a letter be written explain- ing that the Town of Lexington can only legally defer a assessments for a period of three years, and at the end of the three year period, it was certain that the then Board of Selectmen would consider a request from Arlington for a deferment from the Town of Lexington. With reference to the Civil Service Certifications for eight patrolmen, Mr. Gray explained that the Board Civil had received the Somerville list, that there are twenty Service names of individuals who are interested. They will have to be checked out, and suggested that the Civil Service be requested for a two-week extension. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to request a two-week extension, to be signed by the Chairman and mailed. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to sign Memorandum of Agreement (in duplicate) , two contracts A, 1965, and B, 1966, for Chapter 90 work in the Town of Chapter 90 Lexington. contracts Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to sign the Election Returns as requested by Miss Election McDonough, Town Clerk. Returns Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was votdd to sign renewals of the following liquor licenses, Liqudâ–ºr subject to the approval of the Alcoholic Beverages licenses Control Commission: Berman's Market, Inc. 55 Massachusetts Ave. Buse Bros, Liquors, Inc. 131 Massachuse is Ave. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the minutes of the Selectmen's Meeting held Minutes on November 14, 1966. 330 N4 Mr. Gray referred to the passage of the referendum on liquor licenses. He stated he called the ABC, and this goes into effect January 1, 1967 for a two year period. Referendum Mr. Cataldo requested that a copy of the bill be procured, and asked what should be charged for a license; that the facts should be known. The Chairman stated the people of the Town want Hotels and Motels to serve liquor with their meals and in the rooms, and he thought any owner who put in a lounge would be in violation, as it would be like a tavern. Mr. Sheldon stated he would like to see the legislation, that the Town has rights in the legislation; it would be spelled cut, that the law sets forth the oper- ating proceddrey There had to be a certain number of beds. Mr. Mabee said he would like to hear from Town Counsel and see what the Board should do in granting licenses. The Chairman felt there would be no problem. Mr. Fred Beckmeier, 65 Sherburne Road, with his Mother and Father, met with the Board relative to his Cary Hall application for permission to conduct a dance in Cary rental Hall on December 10, 1966 from 6:30 P.K. to 12:00 midnight. Mrs. Beckmeier stated they had found out late this afternoon there was going to be a large affair at the school on that date, and asked if the following week were available, December 17. The Chairman asked what the purpose of the dance was, and Fred Beckmeier stated that his brother has a group in New York, and he had an idea of bringing them up here and get some publicity and interest in the group. The Chairman asked if this was a Rock and Roll Group and he replied in the affirmative. Mr. Sheldon inquired if he was just applying for this one date, and he replied at the moment he was. It was asked if this would be confined' to Lexington couples, and Fred replied they would issue mimeographed invitations which would be distributed at the High School. The Chairman explained that the Board had to be careful, that he was not sure that Lexington groups caused the trouble in the past . Mr. Sheldon asked about supervision, and Fred answered that they had a committee in school of several people and parents. The Chairman stated they would have to have adult sppervision, that there were several entrances to the dance floor, in fact six, and they would also have to have police officers. 331 Mr. Sheldon added they would have to have at least a do' en chaperones, and Mr. Cataldo asked if they had talked with the Chief of Police. The CFairman stated Fred would have to set the date and t: lk to the desk sergeant. He asked how many were expected to be at the dance, and Fred replied about thre:- hundred. Mr. S eldon stated they would have to have at least four police officers. Mr. C. taldo explained to them that Cary is a beautiful ' all, and Mrs. Beckmeier stated they hare run dances before and always found it wise to ttake out a polity for twenty-four hours' duration. The q estion was asked what type policy she referred to, and sh replied a general short-term policY. The Chairman said they would have to pick up after the dance, coke bottles, etc. Mr. Cataldo said they should have a number of police officers and chaperones, and the Board should have the list of adults. Mr. Mhbee asked if the insurance covered the physical damage that might occur , and also whatever kind of detrinlenta_ activity which might reflect on the Town; that the Board had something at stake and wanted assurance that the dance w ould be run in an adult fashion. Mr. Sheldon stated the Board had tried to be liberal, that it would affect a lot of other groups. The question was ad.ked if there is any kind of general insurance on the hall that would be in effect against unforeseen trouble, and Mr. Gray replied in the negative. The Chairman explained the charges for the hall, #35.00 plu;a the custodian' s fee, and requested that the Beckmeiers come back next Monday night, and if everything was satisfactory to the Board, it would be approved. It waa again stated that this would be by invitation only, and Mr. Sheldon said no newspaper publicity was planned, that if they had all the assurances, it would be acted on very quickly. Fred Beckmeier inquired if the date would be held for them pending these requirements, and the Chairman re- plied in the affirmative. The Chairman reported on Item four on the agenda, the meetin;3 with the Planning Board, and stated that the Planning BDard was unable to get a quorum so they would Planning not be in. Board The C:aairman asked if there was anything to be brought up in open session. Mr. Mabee inquired if there had been an opportunity Worthen to meet with Commissioner Ribbs and having met with him, Rood was there any report with regard to Worthen Road. 332 The Chairman replied there was still an exchange of letters, and Mr. Cataldo stated the Board is awaiting a letter from the Commissioner. Mr. Sheldon mentioned the budget meetings on Saturday Budget mornings, and the Chairman stated they would not be Meetings meeting this coming Saturday. Mr. Mabee asked how the reports were coming in and Town Report Mr. Gray reported he had about six, and Part A was coming in; also some of the budgets had been received. The Chairman voted a recess of five minutes, at which t line they would go into Executive Session. Mr. Carroll retired at 8:25 P.M. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing, deliberating or voting on matters which, Executive id made public, might adversely affect the public Session security, the financial interest of the Town or the reputation of any person. Following discussion with the Board of Fire Commission rs relative to promotions, the Chairmants reference to a meeting on Public Works ' Salaries, and discussion on collective bargaining, it was voted to resume the open meeting. A true record, Attest: ca-f-. 14,1 !at ' f1> C ,erk, Selectmen L 333 11 II SELECTMEN t S MEETING November 21, 1966 A rgular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the S lectmen's Room, Town Office Building, on Monday evening, November 21, 1966, at 7:30 P.M. Chairman Cole, Messrs . Hurnell, Cataldo, Sheldon and Mabee were present. Mr. Carroll, Superintendent of Public Works, Mr. Legro, Town Counsel, Mr. Gray, Executive Assistant, and the Acting Clerk were also present. Mr. Legro reported he had a proposed contract with Whitman Ec Howard for engineering work in connection with Lexington Center , also one with Mason & Frey. He stated both are rather vague as to the data to be Contracts furnished by the Town and others and perhaps as to the Lexington termination provisions; both have a maximum amount Center specified, and both are subject to cancellation by con- sideration of either party; he stated the contracts were approved as to form. He stated he had discussed them with Mr. Carroll and probably they cannot be made more specific. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 111 to sign the contracts as recommended by Mr. Legro. Mr. Legro stated the Board recently requested a partial release of sewer betterment assessment for Frederick Heinrich and Catherine Heinrich so that the Conveyancer might prepare the damages. Upon motion duly made and seconded., it was voted to sign the release as prepared by Mr. Legro. Mr. Legro stated at the Annual Town Meeting, the Selectmen were authorized to convey a parcel of land on Follen Road and Marrett Road to Louis Stoico and Catherine Stoico in exchange for another parcel. He has received a deed from Stoico and the deed for Stoicola release from a certain portion of this land; the title is domb:ful; but the deed is in proper form. Stoico Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to deed sign the deed submitted by Mr. Legro. Mr. Gray read a letter from Leroy Johnston in which he enclosed a diagram showing a portion of land adjoining Lot #1640 78 Cliffe Avenue. The letter stated this small piece of land is not included in his deed, that it belongs to the Town. Mr. Johnston would like to acquire this piece, about 1122 square feet, a little triangular II piece. 1e had assumed he owned it; he did not know hew it happened. . I _,,_,4 co N n The Chairman inquired if he would be willing to purchase the part from the Town. Mr. Legro stated someone must know how this was acquired. The Chairman stated the Town would not want to sell it and then find out it had no right to. Mr. Legro stated there are a few ways that the Town would have the right to sell it. The Chairman stated that Mr. Gray would check this out. Mr. Gray said he had a requbet from the Town Cele- brations Committee for a transfer of $500.00. Transfer The Chairman stated this is money they need, that expenses this year were up, transportation, etc. , that everything was a plus this year. The committee has bills that have to be met for past performances, $500 would clean it up. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to request the Appropriation Committee to transfer the sum of $500 from the Reserve Fund to the Town Celebrations Committee Expenses Account . Mr. Gray reported that he had received the annual letter from Brewer & Lord with r egard to the list of Insurance individuals to receive apportionments of insurance. apportion- It was stated that MacNeil has sold out to Lucas and meats Mr. Vaughan is deceased; that Lucas should be substituted for MacNeil, and that Rush bought Vaughants agency. He asked if it was the boardta wish that the apportionment be the same this year. Mr. Cataldo statdd there was a new insurance agent at Countryside, and asked if they have to be in Lexington a certain length of time; The Chairman stated they did not apply last year and the Board sets the rules. Mr. Cataldo said to see if this new agent qualifies, to check the name of the man at Countryside and see whom he represents; next week the Board would make a determination. Meeting Mr. Gray reported that the School Committee requests as many people as possible to meet with it at 8:00 P.M. this evening. Mr. Gray referred to the Town Office Building. Mr. Cataldo reported the committee had met on Town Office this project many times, and there were answers he Building would like to get from the Board. He asked how the Board wanted t o handle the Treasurerts office, would it be one department. The Chairman stated it has to be split, that office space would be provided on that basis. 336yf. p Mr. Adams stated he was authorized to speak for the Town Structure of Government Committee. He stated there are possible changes which could v;ry well affect the use of the building, may make considerable other changes. Mr. Cataldo asked if the committee recommended it, that he felt Mr. Adams should be kept informed. If Home Rule were in effect, it would still eve to be approved by the voters. Mr. Mabee suggested that problem be given to the architect, that it was flexible. Mr. Cataldo stated it could be given to the architect; what should be done was to take a look at all recommendations, all overall space. He stated the next office was the Civil Defense, that is in Cary Hall. Mr. Gray stated he would talk with Mr. Burrell about setting him up in some place. This is a policy of the Board, does the Board want to handle this. The Chairman stated this is specified to be a Control Center, and for Mr. Gray to talk to Mr. Burrell. Mr. Cataldo asked if the Cary Trustees might request that it be moved out of Cary Building. Mr. Sheldon stated they had been asked what their feeling was about expanding, on an emergency basis put nothing but Civil Defense in there. Mr. Mabee suggested seeing what the Director s&4d and asked if the Board wanted to leave it over in Cary at all. Mr. Burnell stated it should be incorporated in the new building and taken out of Cary Hall. The Chairman agreed, and said it would probably be better in the new building. Mr. Cataldo stated the Board would have to talk to the Department heads, tha8teome say they need more clerks, an Administrative Assistant,7and asked if the Board wanted to take this as a project. Chief Corr stated a full complement would be 60 men. Mr. Cataldo asked if the Board wanted to go over each department and see what the growth would be, or did it want the committee to do it and let the Board decide. The Chairman stated the committee was in a position to evaluate, and the Board could decide. Mr. Cataldo stated the committee would go back to the Heads and justify their projections. Mr. Mabee stated for the committee to give the Board what is requested and what the committee recommends. The Chairman asked if there were any objections to this procedure. At 7:55 P.M. , Mr. Gray and Chief Corr retired to attend the School Committee meeting IIMr. Legro left the meeting to attend the Planning Board meeting co 336 At8:25 P .M. , Mr Alfred P Tropeano met with the Board Mr Tropeano stated that he had met with the Board this evening to discuss sewer and water in Hartwell Hartwell Avenue. He said at the present time , he had an agreement Avenue to sell Instrumentation Laboratory, Watertown, a 60,000 sewer and square foot building He stated Itek had discussed it - water Mr Gray, Les York and Mr. Cataldo were present He stated Instrumentation Lab wants a lease, that he has been working with them. He said he had called Roberts to get information up to date but he was in Florida at the present time . During the past few weeks he had been talking with a broker that will take 25 acres but would take up a proposition only on one basis , that sewer and water would be in next year He statedif the Board could come up with a definite suggestion, he would go back to them and tell them that the Selectmen would recommend this or that. The Chairman stated the most the Board wotld recommend would be to go to Town Meeting. Mr Tropeano said he could go back to this broker and ask how much longer they would wait; that the Instrumentation Lab is firm, and asked if the Board had heard anything further from Itek Mr Cataldo repliedin the negative, very much alive. Mr. Tropeano stated he had submitted a plan so as it stands now, there would be two large buildings next year. There is water and sewer only on this side of the railroad track. Mr. Carroll stated going toward Wood Street, it would be 2800 or 2900 feet on sewer and water all the way to Wood Street, 3900 feet all the way. The betterments would be fairly small; on the left hand side a lot of land is not assessable Mr Sheldon stated there is property that is going to be developed Mr. Burnell asked how much money is involved , and Mr Carroll replied $110,000 for sewer and $75,000 for water. Mr. Tropeano stated the Town would get it back in one year. Mr. Cataldo inquired about along 128 and up, and Mr. Carroll replied it would service the whole area at a lot more cost. Mr. Cataldo asked, how much more, and Mr Carroll replied $220,000; Mr. Cataldo inquired how about across the street, how much would the Town save, and Mr Carroll replied betterments at the most would be $40,000. Discussion was held with reference to the plan which Mr Carroll submitted Mr Tropeano stated sooner or later Lexington will have to do something about the dump, that people were already complaining. He stated again that the Instru- mentation Lab wants 60,000 square feet , 150,000 more in the near future @)3 7 The question was asked what type of work they did and he replied they make fine instruments for electronics, fine precision instruments The other company is contingent on sewer, but they are not going to wait. The 66,000 feet is firm Mr. Cataldo stated the Town is very interested in having it developed , but asked how the Town is going to recommenddoing it Mr. Tropeano stated he was not going to bring in anything that wasn' t firm, that the Instrumentation Lab was the only one that is firm; if the sewer had actually been inithis would have been developed, and he felt it would be the Town' s advantage to put this in, 128 and up. Mr. Carroll stated there were a number of trunk sewers contemplated this year, Douglas Road , more or less indicated at Bedford Street, a lot of trunks in mind . Mr. Tropeano stated he would get more information and more on Itek Fred Beckmeier met with the Board relative to his request for Cary Hall on December 17, 1966 for a dance, which the Board discussed with him last meeting. He stated he had talked with the C#ief of Police Use of fill and Chief Corr would like to talk with the Board before he approved anything The Chief stated there had been a lot of trouble and couldn' t understand why it was approved. The Chairman stated the applications had been taken on merit. Fred stated the Chief stated there would have to be a minimum of four police officers . The Chairman asked about adult supervision, and Fred replied they had eight adults, and gave the Chairman the list of names . The Chairman asked Fred if he realized the expenses; there would be a charge for the hall, the police officers and the custodians and asked if his parents would agree to sign the application. The Chairman stated Mr Gray would talk to Fred and he also would contact the Chief, and the matter would be taken under advisement. Fred retired. Mr. Carroll reported he had three items concerning traffic. The first one is the service area behind. Anthony' s restaurant and Stevens ' market They have Traffic asked for a delivery area for both buildings and indi- cated on the plan, 47' width. It takes out five parking spaces . He stated he was not sure what the procedure is, whether the State had to be notified, but they would have to be notified. If the Board votes this , it will be done legally. Mr. Cataldo inquired how this was to be operated, wou? d, parking be available there, and the answer was in the negative, that other cars could not park, it was a loading and unloading zone, that they needed thiA space. Mr Gray stated the doors are located in such a way that they have to be serviced and this is a minumum number of spaces in which to do it Mr. Sheldon asked if there would be "No Parking" signs. In the municipal parking lot behind their property the loading zones, we are careful not to block them off. The Traffic Committee recommends it be approved. Upon mction duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the taking of five spaces behind Anthony' s unloading zone. The second item Mr. Carroll stated concerns the traffic movement in the Center. The Traffic Study Com- mittee has been concerned about the problem of cars coming out of Clarke Street making a left turn, traffic Traffic, flows in and around the Center , and recommends there be Lex. Center no left turn from Clarke Street onto Massachusetts Avenue. The committee suggests Forest Street and Raymond Street be made two ways with Raymond Street having "No Parking" on the south side. Cars will be going o*t Forest Street to Massachusetts Avenue . He stated the Chief is very much concerned with traffic on the Avenue, and the committee would like to try this for a 60-day trial period. Mr. Gray stated a left-hand turn has to cross three lines of traffic, that it is a very bad intersection, the accident record is high, that it causes the movement of traffic on the avenue to be slowed down. Mr. Burnell moved that the Board approve the recommendation, and upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted that traffic flow on Clarke Street, Raymond and Forest Street be amended as per the Traffic Study Committee 's suggestion, for a 60-day trial period, providing it is duly advertised. Mr. Carroll stated there was a meeting today concerning the Worthen Road and Massachusetts Avenue intersection, Traffic and they watched the traffic both Friday and today. He Worthen Rd, would like to extend the time for two more months; & Mass. #1, the committee feels that the 60-day trial period Avenue hasn't proved whether or not what they tried to do is correct. He stated it is interesting to note that in the period of the first nine months of the year, there were only four accidents , and only one since the change. The committee decided last Friday night that there was no real problem with the intersection and it may work out well, having no major problem, they would like to run it for a couple of months more. 389 0 Mr. Sheldon stated they would not have to recommend lights, and Mr. Gray stated that is the last resort as far as the committee is concerned. He stated everyone stopped at the "Stop Sign", and the Chairman said everyone seems to have more knowledge cf the intersection. Mr. Carroll stated at the last count, there was more traffic on Massachusetts Avenue. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to continue for an additional period of sixty days the Stop Signs on Massachusetts Avenue as requested by the Traffic Study Committee. Mr. Cataldo stated even if the committee recommended traffic lights, it wouldn't be able to get them. The Chairman stated that lights are under the juris- diction of the State, and Mr. Gray said only on approval of the Department of Public Utilities would they be installed, that the Board does not have the say. Mr. DiNunzio, Pleasant Street, asked if a count couldn't be made at this intersection by installing a rubber hose, and Mr . Carroll answered that in making a count you want to know whether they are coming in all directions, not where they are coming from. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of Executive discussing, deliberating or voting on matters which, if Session made public, might adversely affect the public security, the financial interest of the Town, or the reputation of any person. Following discussion with the Fire Commissioners and report from Mr. Gray it was voted to resume the open meeting at 9:05. The Chairman read a letter from Ernest Outhet requesting permission to move a house from 2883 Massa- Permit chusetts Avenue to 185 Wood Street. Mr. Carroll said the house is O.K. , that he han'nt checked with the Chief as yet. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant permission to Mr. Outhet to move a house from 2883 Massachusetts Avenue to 185 Wood Street, subject to the regular regulations, and the approval of Chief Corr. Letter, read by the Chairman, was received from the Mystic Valley Mental Health Association, Inc. , 186 Bedford Streets, relative to plowing the driveway and parking area Snow and requesting that it be included in the Town's schedule removal of snow plowing this year. Also for care of the trees on the property. The Chairman asked Mr. Carroll what problems the plowing would present, and he replied it is a matter of policy, there would be only a few hours involved as far as the plowing was concerned. He thought the only pace plowed at the present time was the Red Cross building. 340 co C'3 Mr. Mabee asked about the churches, and Mr. Carroll replied they would continue to plow this year. The Chairman asked Mr. Carroll for his recommendation. Mr. Cataldo asked how the trees could be taken care of, and stated he was against taking this on as a Town project. Mr. Sheldon inquired if the Association would be able to make reasonable arrangements with a local concern to take care of the plowing, and Mr. Carroll replied in the affirmative but said there was a lot of driveway . Mr. Cataldo said this is the same problem as the churches and schools. Mr. Mabee suggested delaying the decision until the Bo@ Id talked about the churches, and Mr. Cataldo stated the Town couldn't cancel them this year. The Chairman stated this organization is supported by five towns, and let them contribute to the cost . Mr. Cataldo stated if the Town decides to do the churches, the Board would consider it . Mr. Sheldon felt the Board should do it this year only as a temporary measure and review it and maybe cancel it next year. Mr. Carroll stated he would be willing to give advice on the trees, but could not do any work on them. It was the consensus of the Board that the Town would go along for one year until the program is reassessed. The Chairman read a letter from Mrs. Roy Johnsen, 2295 Massachusetts Avenue, relative to the installation of traffic lights at the intersection of Massachusetts Avenue and Worthen Roadl It was agreed to inform Mrs. Johnsen that the problems involved with traffic at that intersectinn have been under study of the Traffic Study Committee of the Town, that traffic lights are not under the jurisdiction of the Selectmen and have to have the approval of the Department of Public Utilities. Mr. Legro returned to the meeting at 9:20 P.M. Letter from Martin J. Quinlan, 20 Bernard Street, relative to a Safety Committee for the Town, was read by the Chairman. The Chairman stated, we do in fact have a Safety Committee which is the Traffic Committee, which has Safety been working rather arduously, and suggested that this Committee letter be referredto the Traffic Study Committee. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was so voted. The Chairman read a letter from C.A.Drainoni, 479 Waltham Street, with reference to a betterment cost for sewer. 34T Mr. Carroll presented a plan showing the location, and stated that last year a sewer was installed to Kendall Road, all betterments were assessed in the Order . His is the last lot in the previously installed sewer. As this sewer Was being installed, they ran into ledge, and he feels Mr. Drainoni should pay a betterment . The Chairman stated except that it does not go by his property; he asked how could the Town properly charge if the sewer does not go in front of his property; why is he liable for anything. Mr. Carroll replied he is available to sewer, the old sewer. At the time that was put in, he should have been assessed. He stated he wooild get a betterment from the old sewer and was never assessed, and he should pay a betterment . Mr. Cataldo asked how much the betterment was, and Mr. Carroll replied $254.00, that probably at the time the old sewer was installed, the betterment would have been around $150. He stated he is connected from the old sewer , the sewer is available to his house, that it does connect to his property line. Mr. Legro stated the Town has a right to make a charge in lieu of betterments . Mr. Carroll stated the Board may have to abate that betterment, but when this property is connected, he will have to pay a betterment. The Chairman asked Mr. Carroll to prepare a letter to Mr. Drainoni explaining the facts. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the following pole location, it having been approved by Mr. Carroll: Pole location Mohawk Drive, southeasterly side, northeasterly from a point approximately 10 feet northeast of Oak Street, -- Four (ii.) poles. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the following pole location, it having been approved by Mr. Carroll: Pole location Wright Street, easterly side, southerly from a point approximately 21 feet south of Skyview Road, -- Three (3) poles. The Chairman read a letter from Mr. Donald E. Nickerson, Chairman, Board of Appeals, relative to the replacement for Munroe Hamilton who resigned, and asking that Woodruff M. Brodhead of 21 Hayes Avenue be considered as an Appoint- Associate Member. m®nt Upon motion duly made andseconded, it was voted " 342 N to appoint Mr. Woodruff M. Brodhead, 21 Hayes Avenue, an Associate Member of the Board of Appeals to fill the vacancy caused by the resignation of Munroe Hamilton, an enexpired term ending March 31, 1967. Notice was received from the Middlesex County Selectmen 's Association of their Annual Meeting - Ladies Ladies Night, 40th Anniversary, to be held on night Wednesday, November 30, 1966, in the Stoneham Town Hall. He stated if any of the members cared to attend, to kindly make reservations with the Clerk, before November 28th. Upon motion duly make and seconded, it was voted to approve the following licenses: Licenses Vinebrook Bottle Shop, 1700 Massachusetts Avenue (renewal) Rowe Chevrolet, Inc. Agent ' s First Class (renewal L Elaine S. Myers, 27 Outlook Drive, Auctioneer' s (new) Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Abatement to sign abatement - Lexland Construction Company, Inc., which was approved at the meeting of November 14, 1966. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Rescind to rescind the vote approved at the Selectmen ' s Sewer order Meeting of June 27, 1966, for the order of Construction of a sewer in Wright Street, corrections having been made by the Engineering Department. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to sign order of construction for a sewer in Wright Sewer order Street. (See Selectmen 's Files - Sewer Orders 1966.) Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the minutes of the Selectmen ' s Meeting held Minutes on November 14, 1966. Mr. Cataldo reported that the Regional Incinerator Committee had been invited to meet in Lexington on November 30, 1966. This will be an open meeting. Executive Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was Voted Session to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing, deliberating or voting on matters which, if made public, might adversely affect the public security, the financial interest of the Town or the reputation of any person. Following discussion with the Chairman relative to notices from the Planning Board, it was voted to resume the open meeting. I 343, The Planning Board met with the Board. The ' following members of that board were present: Chairman Campbell, Mr. Zaleski, Director, Messrs. Worrell, Fowle, Greeley, and Mrs. Riffin. The Chairman stated the Planning Board had submitted to the Selectmen Highlights, Town-Wide Beauti- fication Program. He took each item separately and discussed it. #1) Underground wiring. Mr. Cataldo said this could place much more of a burden on the subdivider, $400.00 on a lot. Mr. Carroll stated if the Town had already had this long-range policy it could have been done for next year 's plans for any extensive repaving, in- cluding an allowance for specifying underground wires;- Worthen Road to Massachusetts Avenue , it is a lot of money. It was stated while everything is torn up, put the wires underground. Mr. Carroll stated nothing was being torn up, only finishing Bedford Street up to Hill Street. The Chairman statt-d it would make a blhg item of cost for the home owner, $300 a lot, depending on the plan, and will raise the cost of homes in Lexington. Mr. Campbell referred to Peacock Farm area, Section 6, and stated the figures are concrete, offer to go underground, and it will be checked and get the cost realistically. Mr. Mabee asked what was the practical approach to that . Mr. Campbell spoke of the overhead wires on Wood Street, that they blocked off vision, and he felt it was a conbination of Safety and Aesthetics . Mr. Carroll referred to the service from Massachusetts Avenue to the parking lot, Oakland Street, and said it cost $12,000. On Worthen Road, he stated the property owners did not want to pay the money that was involved, and Edison would not go underground. Mr. Zaleski stated, first of all, this is a statement of intent which the Planning Board brought to the Selectmen. He said the cost of placing wires underground wo 4ld be alleviated by Federal Financial Aid. Tlis would help somewhat, that he had read about it, what was permissable, that underground wiring is permitted expense . It was stated that the approval of Edison, DPU would have to be procured, and this would be a long drawn out process, and the question was asked if it might be 11 desirable to apply to subdivisions . Mr. Mabee stated to hold a hearing to change the subdivision laws. 344 co N t"3 It was left that this was just a statement of intent. #2) Install green islands of grass, etc. , cul-de-sac turnarounds. The Chairman stated this involved snow plowing problems, and Mr. Carroll stated the Town plows the entire cul-de-sac, plus the fact that it has the maintenance problem on the turnaround. The normal radius of a cul-de-sac is 47 feet. He stated if this program is accepted, there will be :,lore coming up, and each one is going to present a maintenance problem. People view this differently, some neighbors want to take care of it . It will end up being the Town' s problem. Mr. Worrell stated this is a statement to be put in the paper rather than worrying about the details, whether you are committed to anything, and asked if this should be deleted. The Chairman stated the Planning Board could have had this published without coming to the Board at all; that the Board has to be honest and state what it doesn't want. Mr. Fowle stated that the Planning Board solicits the Board's comments. Mr. Burnell stated it is too costly at the monent, that adding all these gardens in Town is a sizeable increase for the Park Department, and it could get along very nicely without. #3 Planting, trees , flowers, along streets. The Chairman stated this is done to some degree at the present time. #4 ) Create a design advisory group, etc. ( Historic Districts) The Chairman stated this will create more problems. Mr. Cataldo stated the Town cannot appropriate money to plant somebody's land. Mr. Fowle said something that would be desirable, and Mr. Cataldo stated how could people ' s funds be used to benefit private property. Mr. Zaleski stated he thought if the Town imposes some additional restrictions on people, it should pay for extra work that has to be done. #5 Signs The Chairman asked wao deter,qinea whether the signs are in keeping with the surroundings, and Mr. Cataldo replied it is regulatory. The Chairman stated where the Board has control, those who do not conform, can be notified. #6 Zoning By-Law The Chairman stated the screening refers to commercial districts and that is the jurisdiction of the Planning Board #7) Sign By-Laws - no comments #8) Parks - no comments . Mr. Sheldon stated he would suggest that the Planning Board state these are long-term projections 345 otherwise both boards will be deluged. Mr. DiNunzio stated he would like to address Mr. Campbell. He said there was a point brought up at a previous meeting about the North Lexington brook, and he thought that in this program the Planning Board might set up a plan for streams, and water courses in the Town. Mr. Worrell stated he would like to thank the Selectmen for having done such a fine clean-up job up in Meagherville. The Chairman stated this is a continuing process to which everyone is dedicated The Chairman referred to the second paper, relative to a "Recreation Planning and Design Committee" for the Town, and stated this is a new committee, and asked if this to be done with the Recreation Committee. Mr. Campbell stated his board had discussed this with the Recreation committee, that it is a recreation plan for Lexington. It is land acquisition for the Recreation Committee, and the Recreation Committee is quite receptive to this proposal. He stated the Planning Board is submitting a copy tonight, that specific areas of the Town should be moved in. The Chairman stated this should be loft to the Superintendent of Public Works or his designee. Mr. Zaleski stated this would be outside services, that this committee will not be shopping around far a citizen 's group, and it can go to the Selectmen for approval. The Chairman stated any comment would be withheld until the Board receives a co y of the plan. Mr. Campbell stated there are thirty parcels of land, and maybe there is a distinct void and somewhere the Selectmen and the Planning Board can get together, as no one knows where the responsibility falls, it is a void that needs filling. Mr. Cataldo stated there is an existing void, and he wondered what was responsible for the void or the money involved. He asked how much could be done and what was the Planning Board suggesting, that these are three busy people who are already overcommitted. He felt they should keep in mind spending this time, that the Town could spend $1,000,000. Mr. Campbell stated $55,000 to $60,000 a year more for recreational land, for acquisition only. Mr. Cataldo stated before anything further is done, it should be looked into. The Chairman stated that the Board would read the report and make its comments based on knowledge. The Chairman stated as the Planning Board knew, for quite some time the Board had been meeting with regard to Peacock Farm group and in the course of discussions, 346 the State was arriving at traffic counts, which were computer figures based on 1980 or beyond. Worthen Road 11 was given no consideration. He stated he had a letter from Commissioner Ribbs, which he read to the Planning Board. He stated as Chairman of the Board, it was his duty to report that the Board met with the Commissioner and presented the point of view these agencies requested. He stated he should state here and now that he was not in favor of the connection with Route 2, that he could see no reason to change his mind. Mr. Campbell asked about between 1°lassachusetts A venue and Pleasant Street; Waltham Street he could understand; and referred to the former 1775 house being taken, and five or seven homes. Mr. Bellone asked if this would negate the loop pro- posal, and Mr. Cataldo replied there has been no deal made on the loop; that will be made when Governor Volpe returns. The question was asked in what regard he would be making a decision, and asked in any way were the two connected, that they had heard about the slip ramp before. The Chairman replied one has no bearing on the other . Mr. Greeley stated these are at Pleasant Street, that the loop and slip ramp are within a mile of each other . The Chairman stated he didn 't know what the decision was. Mr. Bellone stated the loop is to get onto Watertown Street and asked if it were true that the State owns land on both sides of Route 2, and the answer was one was bought in 1952 and two in 1956. Mr. Worrell stated the slip ramps are to get traffic east from Worthen Road, Watertown Street is to allow people from Belmont to go east on Route 2. Mr. DiNunzio stated, specifically, you would go along with the figures proposed after Worthen Road is completed, and the reply was the Appropriation Committee has turned it down. The Chairman stated the point was to complete the project this year, one appropriation, and the committee couldn't see it. With the information at the time, they could not endorse it; Town Meeting has the final say. The Clerk was instructed to give a copy of Commissioner Ribbs ' letter to the Planning Board and to Mr. Adams. The Chairman stated at this point in time, this is the arnea to have the complete discussion; they could have a more informative andknowledgeable discussion in the near future. When the plans are available to the Board, they will be available to interested parties. The Planning Board retired at 10:45 P.M. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to Executive go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing, Session deliberating or voting on matters which, if made public, 347 might adversely affect the public security, the financial interest of the Town, or the reputation of any person. Following discussion with Mr. Logro regarding an award of damages, and report of an accident suit, an agreement on Rosetti land, a report from Mr. Gray with referenceuto Sowkow, agreement and request from High School student, discussion with Mr. Carroll with regard to trees, and Bedford Sewer Meeting on November 23, it was voted to resume the open meeting . Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 11:15 P.M, A true record, Attest: .42 Setif Clerk, Selectmen 1 • 348 CI SELECTMEN'S MEETING November 28, 1966 A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Selectmen 's Room, Town Office Building, on Monday evening, November 28, 1966, at 7:30 P.M. Chairman Cole, 14lessrs. Burnell, Cataldo, 1`labee, Sheldon, Mr. Legro, Town Counsel, Mr. Carroll, Superintendent of Public Works, and the Acting Clerk were also present. At the request of the Town Clerk, three jurors Jurors were drawn as follows: William J. Wiles, 23 North Hancock Street, Joseph E. Halley, 11 Swan Lane, Mr. Joseph D. Minsky, 9 Abernathy Road. At 7:30 P.M. , hearing was declared open upon the Pole application of the Boston Edison Company and the New location England Telephone and Telegraph Company for permission to locate one JO pole on Carville Avenue, southeasterly side, approximately 4 feet northeast of Butler Avenue, one existing pole to be removed. Notices of the hearing were mailed to the peti- tioners, owners of the property deemed to be affected as listed on the petitioners ' plans, and the Super- intendent uper-intendent of Public Works. Mr. Stickney, representing the Boston Edison Company, was the only person present at the hearing. He explained this was a relocation of a pole due to a cutback at the corner of Butler Avenue . This location was approved by Mr. Carroll, Superintendent of Public WorJs. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant permission and sign the order for the follow- ing JO pole location: Carville Avenue, southeasterly side, approximately 4 feet northeast of Butler Avenue, -- One (1) pole. (One existing JO pole to be removed. ) Mr. Legro reported about two weeks ago the Board Murphy authorized the purchase of a parcel of land from Mrs. land Bertha Murphy for the sum of $800.00. He stated he found in the title abstract there was an assessment of a sewer betterment, dated September 12 of this year, of $1,552.99. He stated he was not sure that the Board was aware of this at that time. Mr. Burnell stated this information on the parcel of land came to the Selectmen from the Planning Board, and was referred to the Conservation Commission. 349r Mr. Carroll stated there would be a question in his mind if it could be sewered. The Chairman stated suppose the Town wants to acquire this parcel and forget the betterment, if it wants to do this. Mr. tegro said the betterment has not been levied but has been recorded, that t he sewer betterment could be abated. Mr. Burnell asked if that was all that was required. Mr. Cataldo stated we think this couldn 't be sewered, and he would like to know if it could be, maybe it wasn' t the bargain the Board thought it was, and unless it was the buy the Board originally thought it was, it shouldn't be done this way, just find out exactly what the story is. Mr. Carroll wanted to know what Mr. Cataldo wished him to find out. Mr. Cataldo asked if the betterment would hold up. Mr. Carroll stated if the people came to ask for an abatement the Board would defer it. The sewer is not deep enough, the sewer wasn't intended. Mr. Cataldo stated if it is not the bargain we thought it was, let up put it in Town Meeting. Mr. Sheldon asked if because of the grade did he question the value. Mr. Cataldo stated on account of the grades there must be something wrong with the lot . Mr. Carroll stated there is a trunk sewer which runs across Grove Street and is quite deep. It runs through this parcel. This land could be sewered by that sewer. Tais sewer here we ate talking about is quite a bit higher than the trunk sewer. Mr. Cataldo said there would be a betterment if they connected to the trunk sewer. The Board voted to buy it, and if the value is not there, put it through Town Meeting. Mr. Burnell stated he felt the Town got a good value for $800 and he had a pretty good picture of the facts but he would be willing to withdraw the motion. Mr. Mabee stated there was a little urgency about this; if the Town didn ' t buy it , it would be sold to a builder. Mr. Legro stated he had no objection, only what he had been given to understand. Mrs. Murphy called the Planning Board and called the Conservation and they referred it to the Selectmen . Her reasons for wanting to get rid of it was the sewer betterment . She had a letter from Mr. Carroll to install the sewer and assess the betterment. That was the urgency . The Chairman stated this could be discussed next week and the Board h ve time to consider it . Mr. Cataldo suggested that Mr. Gray talk to Mrs. Murphy. 350 CI 10 Mr. Mabee stated the reason the Board didn't go to Town Meeting was there was a possibility that it would be lost. It was proper to buy it under the general article for Appraisals and options. Mr. Cataldo stated this board did not have the information. Mr. Legro stated there is no information in anyone of them. Mrs Murphy would like to do it as quickly as she can, that the only reason was the fact that it was a substantial sewer betterment. Mr. Sheldon stated tp 4ave Mr: Gray investigate. Mr. Gray stated he had a request for a transfer Transfer for the Group Insurance of $5600. There was a new contract, a change in rates, additional Town employees, items which Were not fig'red inrthe appropriation. Mr. Sheldon asked if this was the Town ' s share. The Chairman said there was no choice in the matter. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to request the Appropriation Committee to transfer the sum of $5600 from the Reserve Fund to the Group Insurance Account. Mr. Legro left the meeting to attend the Planning Board meeting at 7:45 P.M. Mr. Gray said he had a request from the Conservation Commission to purchase the New Amsterdam Casualty Company property and the West Farm, copies of which had been sent to Mr. Legro . The Chairman stated he would hold this until Mr. Legro returned to the meeting. Reference was made to the Selectmen' s meetings to be held on the 26th of December and January 2, the dates on which Christmas and New Years Day are to be celebrated Meeting this year. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to hold the meetings on Tuesday evening, December 27, 1966, at 7:30 P.M. and Tuesday evening, January 3, 1967. Mr. Carroll stated he had one item for the Board. Bids He stated he took bids today on the Pumping Station and laterals on North Street. The low bidder was J. D'Amico, Inc. of Dorchester with a bid of S103,155; Ricci & DeSantis, $105,494, and third, C. Jiustino, Inc. $112,552,50. He recommended that the bid be given to J. D'Amico, Inc. Mr. Carroll stated the bid was below the estimates, and they are very competent contractors. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to award the bid for Pumping Station and laterals on North Street to the low bidder, J. D'Amico, Inc. in the amount of $103,155. 351 Letter was received from Mrs. Elizabeth Clarke, Secretary, Lexington School Committee, which the Chai±man read to the Board, in reply to the Board's letter with regard to the Adams School P.T.A. Playground Committee' s request for a fence. Mrs . Clarke requested that this matter be referredt o the Traffic Study Adams Committee for its opinion. School PTA Mr. Burnell stated he wouldn't think it would go fence before that committee, that the decision rests with the Board. Mr. Sheldon suggested that an opinion be requested from them. Mr. Carroll stated they would come back next week with an opinion, and the Chairman asked if there was any objection. Mr. Cataldo thought it was out of the question, that the traffic committee did not have as much information as the Board. The Chairman felt it was a legitimate request from the School Committee Mr. Mabee said he felt it would be good to have the opinion of the Traffic Study Committee. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to have the Traffic Study Committee give an opinion relative to the fence requested by the Adams School P.T.A. Playground Committee. At 8:00 P.M. , Mr. Mulligan , an attorney from Arlington, representing the RHD Realty and Development Corporation, Battle Green Inn, met with the Board. He stated they were acting under the new atatute which grants to Towns and Boards of Selectmen permission to issue liquor licenses, and the Battle Green Inn is interested in obtaining a liquor license. The Battle Battle Green Inn is located across the street in the center Green of Town, has 89 or 90 motel rooms . Owners of the Inn Liquor are present here tris evening . The Inn is the holder license of a Common Victualler ' s and Innholder ' s licenses issued by the Town. He stated his client would like to serve liquor in the dining room of the Inn and also in a function room in the rear of the motel and would also like room service. He said this is the extent of the license that is requested at the present time. He submitted a plan of the setup in the dining room, and stated it is the only copy they have. This plan was drawn by a firm used by the Howard Johnson' s chain, which is experienced in laying out this type of thing. This is on the second floor in the front of the building overlooking Massachusetts Avenue . He stated the Inn could be entered by a door off Mass . Avenue on the first floor stairway which leads to the restaurant. The only changes which are proposed. All of tris area is used as a dining room. 352 co col The Chairman stated the Board was familiar with the layout. Looking at the plan he stated they woula put in a planter type of arrangement in this location and put in Tar is a bar for facilities for service in this location. The rear entrance from the second floor of the motel. This building has been inspected by Mr. Littlewood, State Building Inspector. Mr. Littlewood was out today and went over the property with Mr. DeVries. The only change which he suggested was that a glass wall with door be installed in the first floor to cut off this entrance from the lobby. As far as Mr. Littlewood was concerned, he would register his approval with the ABC. The Chairman inquired as to the seating capacity of the dining room, and the reply was 135 to 150 persons, sleeping accommodations 80 and 50, which is well over the statutory limit. The question was asked about the function room, and he stated it is located overlooking Waltham Street on the second flcor. The question was asked if there would be a bar in the function room, and the reply was the only plans are to use this as a function room. Mr. Mulligan stated he had talked with the ABC, and whatever hearings were necessary could be held prior to that date making a license effective as of January 1. He stated they were anxious to proceed. Mr . Gray stated he had checked with Mr. Riley of the ABC relative to accepting applications prior to January 1, 1967. The Chairman asked if there were any other questions, and Mr. Cataldo asked how the bar section was to be separate from the restaurant, would it have the same hours, and the reply was the hours would be the same, 7 days a week operation. The Chairman asked if it would be open during dining hours, and Mr. Mulligan replied in the affirmative. He stated they didn't contemplate this as a separate bar, food can be served at tables in the bar. It is part of the dining room, the only separation being a planter. Mr. Cataldo asked what the dining hours are, and the reply was 6: 30 A.M. to 9:00 P.M. , and would be open later for the serving of liquor. Mr. Cataldo asked what hours, and Mr. Mulligan stated they would be open later than the dining room. The Chairman stated he assumed they were familiar with the lrw w Lich was to provide the facility for the convenience of the people during dining hours, that was the intent of the legislation. Mr. Legro returned to the meeting at 8:10 P .M. ' 300 Mr. Mulligan stated att he present time there is no g call for diningafter9: 00 P.M. , but if the move is such that it could be served later in the evening, I think they would keep the restaurant open, that food would be available throughout the rooms and whenever the legal facilities are open. Mr. Mabee asked if they would serve the function room only when the room is in use for functions, otherwise it would not be open, and the reply was in the affirmative. Mr. Burnell stated it woad not be a cocktail lounge. Mr. Sheldon stated there are unanswered questions as far as the intent of the law, that all this has to be investigated. The Chairman stated he did not have any questions as to the intent of the law and the voters. It was not to be a Tavern, th t was against the wishes of the voters, or a bar room. Mr. Mabee asked that a ccpy of the plan be made available to the Board. The Chairman stated a great deal will depend on the application, and Mr. Mulligan stated they would certainly have that in mind. The intention of this meeting was a preliminary meeting to see what they have in mind. He stated they have recently taken over the management of the Inn and it is greatly improved in the short time they have been running it, and they would like to operate it on a high plane . The Chairman asked if the management had a closing hour, and Mr. Mulligan stated this is something that he would have to check with his clients, that he didn't know at this time. The Chairman stated it has been the policy of this Board to have a hearing. That waTH be the time to do these things. This is an informational approach by the Inn, that this meeting was taken in that light. Mr. Mabee asked about the length of time for the room service, and Mr. Mulligan replied he supposed that would be whenever the bar was open. The bar would be the only facility for making room service. The Chairman statedt he Board would check with motels in other towns, most of them serve liquor, and see how they operate. Mr. Mulligan thianked the Board, and they retired. The Chairman spoke to Mr. Legro and reported that while he was gone , a letter from the Conservation Coiy- mission was read and it concerns the options on the Conser- West and New Amsterdam properties. He read the options, vation New Amsterdam expires November 30; West on December 1. Options He felt the best move the Board co ld make was to refer these to Town Counsel. Mr. Sheldon stated what the Board has to do is to authorize Town Counsel to exercise the options . He 354 stated the time is very limited, and he thought it would have to vote so that Mr. Legro could proceed, otherwise new options would have to be negotiated, and it might not be easy. The Chairman asked if anyone knew about the extension of the option with the 6% interest from July 15. Mr. Gray stated the extension of 6% interest was never brought to the Board's attention. Mr. Legro said this shortness of notice does not put him under any pressure, and if the Board wishes to exercise these options, he could have the forms in tomorrow, that the extent of his work at this stage of the game. was to review these options and see what title the town would acquire. He said he had some vague recollection of it, and the fee that we acquire is subject to a life estate in the present owner. He stated he thought those things should be considered by the Board in considering whether it wants to exercise the West option; that there is no problem to prepare the form and the Board could sign it, send it registered mail by tomorrow night or Wednesday morning. The Chairman stated he knew nothing of the 6% interest. Mr. Legro stated this goes up to conveyance of title, pro rata apportionment of taxes. Mr. Cataldo stated this was a reasonable sum of $45,000 for the two parcels. He stated the Board had done this on how many parcels, and unless it is going to be stopped, you have to go along. It is nothing new. Mr. Legro stated he recently got the option on Trinity Covenant Church, before December 15. He had had no opportunity to get more information so he didn't bring this in tonight. Mr. Sheldon moved to authorize Town Counsel to exercise these options, that the Board agree to sign them subject to his further approval. Mr. Cataldo stated he would not sign an option on the West property, that maybe he was wrong. Mr. Gray stated he would like to say Mr. Perry, Town Comptroller, and Town Accountant in Concord were talking regarding whether the Town could pay for such a title and this question of less than fee came up. Mr. Gray stated he would like to check with Mr. Perry, and if Mr. MacKinnon says it is legal, the Board can do it. Mr. Cataldo stated Town funds could not be used. 355 The Planning Board submitted to the Selectmen a set of Procedural Rules of the Lexington Planning Board. The Chairman stated these were merely informative. Letter was received from the Division of Civil Service relative to a State wide examination for Police Police Entrance scheduled to be held the early part of Exam February, 1967. (Tentative Date February 4, 1967) , which would include Lexington. Chief Corr stated he was going to put an advertise- ment in the paper so no one has their name in to take the examination, and stated he was aware of the date. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to certify the character of Walter Jude and Renee Jude, Cert. of applicants for Certificate of Incorporation, satisfactory Inc. references having been received from Chief Corr. Chief James F. Corr met with the Board. The Chairman stated the Board has the police list from the Division of Civil Service so that eight patrolmen can be hired. Chief Corr said he thought there would be trouble with Civil Service, but basically, there are two lists, an existing list on the first page and half on their second list. He stated it was his intention to pick only those people suitable to the Lexington Police De- Police partment, and he did not stop with the first list. He List investigated twenty who were eligible, and statSd he had made copies of the list, which he gave to the Board. The names crossed out with red lines were found to be on the Somerville Police Department, but would be will- ing to accept appointment in Lexington, so we crossed them off. The names are graded 1, 2, 3 and 4, and as the result of our oral interview, he wished to tell the Board all wanted to become Lexington Patrolmen. He has tried to judge them with the numbers 1, 2, 3 and 4; if there is a check on the extreme right-hand side of the list, he would recommend that they be hired, eight of the nine appointments. The 9th appointment is from the #3's, James J. Hodgdon, and he would recommend that he be appointed. Chief Corr stated he did pick all eight of the first twelve names. When he asked for the ten a few months ago, he realized they would only give us two names; there are nine vacancies to bring our complement up to forty-five. Anthony R. Anecone, (#4), we do not feel he is eligible; Pino not eligible; Arthur Johnson, not eligible, he has no driver's license. 36 ac N CI Mr. Sheldon asked under the circumstances, would Chief Corr anticipate any problem not picking all the first list. Chief Corr stated under the circumstances, we are hoping Civil Service will overlook this and give us the ones we pick. He stated what he would do, if the Board accepts his recommendations, will be to sit down andwrite a letter of every man he jumped over. The Chairman stated to appoint the ones he had picked, subject to ratification by the Civil Service. He asked if the names should be given to the press. It was stated two weeks' extension had been requested so there would be time for appointments to be made next Monday night. Mr. Sheldon said to tell Civil Service this is what the Board has voted to do, that he was opposed to have this in open meeting. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to appoint the list as suggested by Chief Corr, subject to ratification of Civil Service, appointments to be effective January 6, 1967. The Chair stated it would accept a motion that all Xmas metered parking be free until Christmas. In the past, it Xmas parking has worked out well that way, and if it has some park-' publicity, it would be helpful to the merchants as well. ing Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted that all metered parking be free until Christmas, effective Thursday, December 1 to December 25, 1966. Mr. Gray returned to the meeting and stated he could notigive the Board any definite information. Mr. Perry did talk to Mr. MacKinnon but got no definite answer. Lexington is to contact him. Mr. Sheldon made a motion that Town Counsel be Conservation authorized to exercise these options unless in his opinion Options one or both should not be. Mr. Legro stated the Board's suggestion is to proceed with the option pending the report of the Director o. Accounts unless anything further would be detrimental to it, and asked what the Board would like him to do if he didn't think it should be exercised. The West option is December 1. Mr. Sheldon stated there is no question on the other at the moment. Mr. Cataldo asked if there would be enough money, that they were $5,000 out of the way. $2,000 interest a year plus the taxes. 357 The Chairman stated the Commission has gone beyond the scope of the article, - $35,000 New Amsterdam and $10,000 Pihl land. Mr. Sheldon stated he thought he knew what the intent of Town Meeting was - in favor of buying this property. He said he would hate to lose one or both of these pro- perties. The Chairman stated he was not concerned with the criticism; staying within the law, it applies to both properties. Two pieces of property for $45,000 and they are limiting it to $35,000, cutting down a lot. Mr. Mabee stated why doesn't the Bad vote on the West property. The reply was there is a question on the West property; it is the one there is a question on from the Director of Accounts. Mr. Legro asked if it was possible to get an ex- tension of time for two weeks so that there could be an opportunity to meet with the Board to discuss the terms of this option. Mr. Sheldon stated he didn't feel there would be any problem. Mr. Legro said he felt it was meet advice to get an extension of two weeks. He stated he would work with the Conservation Commission to get an extension, that there are a good many things in the option which do not please him and do not please the Board on careful scrutiny; whether the expenditure of money for this is authorized under the law. The Chairman asked on the West option is there any reason to check the Bureau of Accounts, and Mr. Legro replied he would be glad to take a look at it. Mr. Legto retired at 8:55 P.M. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing, deliberating or voting on matters which, if made public might adversely affect the public security, the financial interest of the Town or the reputation of any person. Executive Following discussion with the Capital Expenditures Session Committee and discussion with Mr. Legro relative to a legal matter, the Chairman's report on the Salary Review Board meeting, and Mr. Cataldo's reference to the Hamilton and other properties, it was voted to resume the open meeting. 358 C9 Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 11:05 P.M. j; KIP9,? A true record, Attest: �' ing CY rk, electmea The next regular meeting of the Board will be held on Monday evening, December 5, 1966, at 7:30 P.M. in the Selectmen's Room. 359 SELECTMEN'S MEETING December 5, 1966 A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Selectmen's Room, Town Office Building, on Monday evening, December 5, 1966, at 7:00 P.M. Chairman Cole, Messrs. Burnell, Cataldo Sheldon and Mabee were present. Mr. Legro, Town Counsel, Mr. Carroll, Superintendent of Public Works, Mr. Ora3 Executive Assistant, and the Acting Clerk were also present. Members of the School Committee, Chairman Viano, Dr. Fobert, Messrs. Fisher, Clarke, Farwell and Mrs. Clarke, met with the Board. The Chairman stated this meeting had been called at the request of the School Committee to discuss a few matters of interest. Mr. Viano stated he thought the committee would School like to talk with the Safety Committee, that there is Committee quite a problem at Bridge Street, Tufts Road with regard to bussing. He thought his committee would go in whatever direction the Safety Committee suggests, to discuss the problem as a group to see what could be done. Mr. Gray asked if the problem at the intersection of Marrett Road, Cary Avenue and Middle Street was due to the lack of sidewalks. Mr. Viano stated it is more from the Middle Street. area. Mr. Gray replied as far as that is concerned, side- walks will be included in this year's budget for 1967. Mr. Viano referred to the crossing at Marrett Road, and Mr. Gray stated the Traffic committee had looked at this intersection four or five times with the State DPW and it is its opinion that with the protection afforded by the crossing guard, that is the best protection that could be given. Mr. Viano stated possibly two trees could be cut down that are practically on the street line across from the walk going into the school. The Chairman asked if the School committee agreed on this, and Mr. Viano stated it did mention the trees. Mr. Gray said stop signs had been requested at Cary Avenue and they were under consideration by the State Department. 360 , t"s Mr. Carroll added "School Zone" signs and some will be replaced shortly. Mr. Viano stated there are no sidewalks on Tufts Road, a 90° intersection out of Marrett Road and it is blind. There is a bank there and a car couldn't see a child, and as soon as the snow falls, it is not clear along Marrett Road. The Chairman asked Mr. Carroll if there are side- walks, and he replied they are plowed the same as all sidewalks, and Mr. Carroll replied there is not much room. They are plowed and the State plows the road and fills in the walks that have been plowed. Mr. Viano asked Mr. Carroll if, where he had more control with his own trucks, would it be possible for him to do a little more additional plowing, and Mr. Carroll replied that he would try and do the best he could. Mr. Logan Clarke spoke of the Reservoir side of the road, and also referred to small sidewalk at the corner of Tufts Road and said it is filled in so it is not passable. Mr. Viano referred to the walkway from Marrett Road into the school, that it is a lonesome area, is rather obscured from the school area. The Chairman stated it is daylight during school hours, and Mr. Fisher stated this does not satisfy the mothers. Chief Corr said there had been no incidents reported. Mr. Viano asked if Chief Corr would say this area was unsafe, the school crossings, etc. Mr. Gray said it is not unsafe, and Chief Corr corroborated his statement. Mr. Fisher asked about other areas in the Town, and Chief Corr stated, Oak Street, Five Forks, they are all bad. The Chairman stated this is not a peculiar case, that other areas in Town are just as dangerous; the traffic study committee feels a Policewoman is adequate. Mr. Fisher stated he felt the parents were reg3esting bus transportation. The Chairman asked if(his committee believed this situation was hazardous and Mr. Viano replied there are a lot of hazards in Town. Mr. Gray stated they asked if it was unsafe, and Mr. Fisher stated if you had an eight year old, would you be happy, and said he didn' t blame these parents, that they were disturbed. 36a Mr. Viano stated they have these requests all the time, that there are a great number of people involved, and wanted to know the Board's thinking. He stated the people from the lower end of Middle Street state that crossing is dangerous. They request a traffic count at Middle Street, Weston Street and Lincoln Street. The Chairman asked if the committee was convinced that bussing children is a good policy. Mr. Viano stated they would not deviate from the policy of one mile from elementary and two miles from High School. The Chairman stated the only question is whether or not the committee agrees to accept the decision of what the Traffic Committee says, and Mr. Viano stated he did not know how he could disagree with that committee. The Chairman stated precedence has been given to the School requests for sidewalks over other sidewalks, and it would still get the same consideration it has in the past. Mr. Logan Clarke stated the committee should have anticipated the crossings before the school was built, and stated he could not in honesty say this is a hazardous situation; that there are hazards, and felt this would come up at Town Meeting. Mrs. Clarke stated she wondered whether the Safety Committee has surveyed the entire situation, that it warrants some consideration. They did not deserve any special consideration. The Chairman stated probably the onus is on the School Committee, and felt a lot of the training begins in the home, that the parents have some responsibility. Mr. Cataldo stated the Board would like to discuss the Kindergarten, that the first thing he would like to know is the interpretation of the "Educational Decision." Mr. Viano replied it is an educational question. It pertains to education in this particular instance. It is a sound program for the children of Lexington. Mr. Fisher stated the committee felt it wasoan educational decision, it was made to go ahead, and it was not a new building. It felt it was desirable as long as they had the space, that they did not feel the Kindergarten would have precedence. Mr. Cataldo stated if you had to have a new school II 4 building you would have to go to Town Meeting for it. Why is one an educational decision and other a building. 362 at N t"s Why not put this to Town Meeting. There is money involved. It has been a Town policy that any reincurred expenses should go in a special article. Mr. Sheldon stated apparently an educational decision is being made which may somehow or other become a financial decision. He asked should the decision in now be referred to the Town. Mrs. Clarke stated if we do that, we might as well turn the whole operation over to the Town Meeting. We are elected to do this for the Town and we are perfectly confident that the majority of the Town wants Kindergartens, guidance people, otherwise there is no need for a school committee. The School committee retired at 8: 10 P.M. Mr. Legro stated he had an Order of Taking for the Burlington Street trunk sewer. He said the Selectmen Order of voted some weeks ago. At that time the question of Order of Taking damages was considered, no damages on any except Lyle Taking Shufelt, 192 Burlington Street, in the amount of $200; no betterments to be assessed for this improvement. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to sign the Order of "Taking as prepared by Mr. Legro. Mr. Legro stated the Conservation Commission acquired an option to purchase the land of Trinity Covenant Church near the Swenson Farm. The option expires December 15, an appraisal of 10 acres involving $1600 per acre. He stated he had an instrument for the Board to exercise if it wishes to do so. He stated he did not have a final plan but has a ninety-day period to make the acquisition. The funds were voted under Articles 90 and 91 of the 1966 Town Meeting, and he said he knew of no reason not to sign. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to sign the instrument for the acquisition of the option for the Trinity Covenant Church as prepared by Mr. Legro. Mr. Legro stated he had a release of all claims Release relating to a water break from Ray Rochelle, on September Release 20, at 759 Waltham Street, in the amount of $152.13. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to sign the release prepared by Town Counsel. 1 Mr. Legro referred to the acquisition of lots of land of the Lyon family in Meagherville School Site, Lyon prop- Conservation properties. The offer was in the form erty of a gift but subject to 1966 taxes. He stated the Meagherville Board had no right to abate the taxes, and stated as far as the Meagherville site was concerned, the taxes could be paid for the amount of the land. Mrs. Lyon has paid the taxes and given the land to the Town. The Chairman asked if this would take Town Meeting action, and Mr. Legro stated there is no question about these two lots; that the Conservation Commission can accept gifts with the approval of the Selectmen. It is the authority of the Board to accept the gift. The Chairman asked if this could be accepted as a gift, and the reply was not without Town Meeting vote. Mr. Sheldon suggested accepting the gift of the two lots within the school site, subject to those lots which lie without the school site, being for Conservation purposes. Mr. Legro stated the Board would vote to approve it subject to that. Mr. Gray stated he had a application for payment for the Public Works Building in the amount of $46,018.95. II Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Application to pay the bill of November 10, 1966, for addition and for pay't. alterations on the Public Works Building, 201 Bedford P.W. Bldg. Street, to John Tocci & Sons, Inc. Mr. Gray presented a bill from William A. Halsey, architect, for architect's fees, Public Works Building, in the amount of $800.00. Architect's Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted bill - P.W. to pay bill of William A. Halsey, Architect, in the Building amount of $800.00. Mr. Gray submitted a change order from John Tocci Credit - & Sons, Inc. , a credit in the amount of $3,723.00. Change order Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to accept credit on the contract change order in the amount of $3,723.00. A bill, in the amount of $45.00 from Harry G. Berglund, dated January 31, 1966 for an opinion of value on the Hamilton, Mimno, and Basile properties, Opinion of IIwas presented to the Board for payment by Mr. Gray. Value bill This bill was enclosed in a letter with an explanation as to why this had been overlooked. 364 ac Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted that this bill in the amount of $45.00 for an opinion 11of value from Harry G. Berglund, be paid. Mr. Gray read a letter from the Historic Districts Transfer Commission requesting a transfer of $430 to the Historic Transfer District Commission's account. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to request the Appropriation Committee to transfer the amount of $430 from the Reserve bund to the Historic District Commission' s account. Mr. Gray read a letter from Mrs. George P. Morey, President of the Lexington Historical Society, relative to the artifacts from the Hancock Clarke House dig on display in the Lexington Room of Cary Library. Artifacts Mrs. Morey requested that when the exhibit is Artifacts Hancock removed, some portion of it might be displayed at the Hancock Clarke Visitors' Center, providing a suitable case is obtained. Clarke House Later in the evening when the Board was discussing Rouse the date for the Visitors' Center to be kept open, the letter was again discussed. Mr. Mabee stated it is a very good display, and is in a locked case. The Chairman suggested the Board allow it to be in the Visitors' 6enter providing the Society provides the case and assumes the responsibility. Mr. Cataldo said that other applicants had been denied the area of display, and that Mr. Gray was to have the ground rules for the use of the Center. Mr. Mabee felt the Board should have the ground rules. Mr. Cataldo stated nothing had ever bedn done with regard to the Diorama. The Chairman suggested that this be held over until next week until the Board can see what the ground rules are. Mr. Gray read a letter from the Traffic Study Committee relative to the fence at the Adams School, in which that committee pointed out that the erection of a fence would improve a situation, which that committee did not feel was serious at the present time. Mr. Sheldon asked what the cost would be, and Mr. Gray stated they had an estimate of $800. 365 Mr. Carroll stated he gave the estimate. Mr. Cataldo asked what good a four-foot fence would be, and Mr. Carroll replied it wouldjstop the children from going over, that they would have to put a gate in anyway. He stated they would get over a six-foot fence and get through the gate, that the four- foot fence will make the chances of a remote possibility a little less. Mr. Gray stated the committee could say a fence would not improve the situation. The Chairman asked if it would be in order to instruct the children not to climb over. Mr. Cataldo moved to deny the request. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to deny the request to erect a fence as requested by the Adams School P.T.A. Playground committee. Mr. Sheldon stated that at an earlier meeting, it was requested to see what other Towns were doing Question D as a result of Question D on the Ballot. Mr. Gray stated at the present time, he had no answers to give to the Board. Mr. Robert Wilson, Bartlett Avenue, met with the Board with permission from the Chairman, relative to the Goodwin property at 9 Pearl Street. He stated this has been going on for over ten Goodwin years, is a disgrace, and he understood a writ was Property filed in Superior Court, a year ago and again last May. Mr. Legro stated it has not been filed in Court. Mr. Wilson asked why not, that was five months ago. Mr. Legro stated five months is a short period to rectify anything with regard to the junk around there. He stated the Board held off due to the younger Goodwin agreeing to cooperate and remove the garage and to assist in the cleaning up. Mr. Wilson stated it was a great disappointment to him as well as his neighbors, and he would like to put up a fence today. The Chairman stated the point is to follow up through Mr. Irwin, Building Inspector, then Town Counsel would be notified and he could follow up. Mr. Wilson felt he had been put off, that it was being settled in Superior Court. Mr. Legro stated he was aware of any case that was being brought up, and that case was resolved; that there have been conversations about it. He said the son and X66 CO N Mr. Goodwin's wife came in and said they would cooperate so the petition was held over. If it hasn't materialized, they would have to proceed with the case. The Chairman stated the Administrative Assistant would see what the status is at the present time, and Mr. Gray will forward the information to Mr. Legro. Mr. Wilson asked when he could expect to hear from Mr. Legro, and Mr. Cataldo replied Mr. Gray would contact him. Mr. Wilson retired at 8':'45 Y.M. Mr. Carroll reported on the Visitors' Center. There were 270 on Saturday, 96 on Sunday, 248 on Friday, a total Visitors' of 614, that the number is still high. Visitors' Center Mr. Burnell felt the building should be kept open. Center Mr. Carroll felt it could be kept open for the rest of the year all right. Mr. Burnell moved to keep it open for the rest of the year, subject to the approval of the Chamber of Commerce add the personnel. Mr. Carroll asked about Christmas and New Year's Days and it was decided that the building should be closed. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to keep the Visitors' Center open for the rest of the year exclusive of Christmas and New Year's day, subject to the approval of the Chamber of Commerce. Mr. Carroll stated that he held a hearing on trees on Massachusetts Avenue today. He stated he understood there was a petition in subject to the removal of the tree. He felt the press should be told of the meeting Tree next week. Tree hearing The Chairman stated this would not be a hearing, hearing but there would be an item on the agenda. Mr. Sheldon asked the condition of the tree, if it was in good shape, and Mr. Carroll stated both trees should come down, the big tree rather than the small one. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted that an item would be put in the paper, stating the time for the discussion on the trees. Mr. Carroll said last week, Mr. Cataldo asked for more information on the Murphy land on Grove Street. He submitted a plan which he explained to the Board, which he stated was a profile of the trunk sewer which crossed Grove Street. 367: It was suggested to put an article in the warrant and let the Town Meeting decide whether to buy this land. Murphy Mr. Legro stated the Board wants to get an option, land on and he felt it was a good idea to try. Grove St. Mr. Cataldo suggested to instruct Mr. Gray to get an option for $1.00, that the Board recommends its purchase subject to the betterment being abated. Mr. George Rowe met with the Board. The Chairman stated the Jaycees were requesting the old dump site on Lincoln Street for the burning of Christmas trees. Mr. Rowe said last year they were burning on the CC & F land on Hartwell Avenue, and were looking for a place to burn them this year. The Chairman asked if there was any reason to have it there, and asked if it wasn't denied last year on the basis of liability. Mr. Rowe stated they had held it on Town-owned land in back of Hayden land. Mr. Mabee stated there was liability insurance on the dump, the new dump, and asked about the Center Playground. Mr. Carroll asked is this a legitimate use of a dump and therefore doesn' t our liability cover us if it were done at the present dump. Mr. Legro replied he thought that was correct, it is a refuse disposal. A burning day. Mr. Rowe stated it leaves a good heap of ashes. Mr. Carroll stated why not burn them, the Fire Depart- ment will supervise the burning. Mr. Mabee felt there was nothing to worry about. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted that the dump will be open for the precise purpose of burning Christmas trees, permission granted to the Jaycees. Mr. Legro retired at 9: 15 P.M. to attend another meeting. At the request of the Town Clerk, two jurors were drawn as follows: Martin Gibbs, 32 Slocum Road, and Jurors John E. Meade, 6 Baskin Road. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to sign the following Sidewalk Orders: Sidewalk Orders 368BC C'2 East Street, southerly side, from Grant Street to Burroughs Road. Grove Street, on the easterly side from Dewey Road a distance of 170 feet southerly. Marrett Road, on the northerly side of Marrett Road from a point opposite Bridge Street a distance of 183 feet, more or less, westerly. Marrett Road, on the northerly side from Waltham Street westerly to Bridge Street. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to Licenses approve the following licenses, all having been approved Licenses by the Board of Health: (Quote) * Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to sign application for Certificate of Incorporation, on behalf of Henry C. Kreide, 3 Page Road, Lexington, satisfactory character references having been received from Chief Corr. Letter from Leslie H. York, Chairman, -Town Meeting Members Association, relative to an Information Meeting to be held jointly with the Planning Board, on Wednesday Meeting evening, at 8:00 P.M. December 7, 1966, in the Science Meeting Lecture Hall at the High School, was read by the Chairman, and placed on file. The Chairman stated it had been the policy of the Board in previous years to close the Town Office Building Xmas at noon on the Friday before Xmas. Xmas closing Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to closing continue the policy, and the Town Offices would be closed at noon on Friday, December 23, 1966. Bedford Mr. Warren K. Lewellen, Chairman of the Bedford Bedford Sewer Board of Selectmen, came in to the meeting and gave the Sewer Retort Chairman the report of the Sewer Meeting held in Bedford Report on November 23, 1966. Mr. Cataldo stated he would like to move that the School Committee be requested to put the equipment of the Lexington Kindergarten in a special article for the Kindergar- 1967 Annual Town Warrant. Kindergar- ten Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted ten article to write the School Committee and state that the Board article of Selectmen unanimously requests the School Committee 369 to insert an article in the Warrant for the 1967 Annual Town Meeting for the establishment of a Kindergarten for the Lexington School System. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to Appointment reappoint Mr. F. William Smith a member of the Board of Assessors for a three-year term expiring January 1, 1970. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of dis- Executive cussing, deliberating or voting on matters which, if Session made public, might adversely affect the public security, the financial interest of the town or the reputation of any person. Following a discussion with Mr. Legro, relative to legal matters, it was voted to resume the open meeting. The Chairman referred to the date of the Warrant closing, and it was voted to close the warrant on Warrant January 3, 1967. closing Mr. Gray was instructed to advise all Boards and Commissions to this effect. * Joseph Trani, Inc. Package Goods Store Renewal Lexington Motor Inn (Innholder) Renewal David Butt*ick Co. Comm. Victualler Howard D. Johnson Co. " Hancock Market " " " Regent Delicatessen " Powder Horn Golf Course " The Colonial Store Mark Management, Inc. " Woodhaven Country Store " " " James H. McManus Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn the meeting at 11: 15 P.M. A trim record, Attest: K11"d'e' `( ti' mak, q!lectmep 7U 3r SELECTMEN'S MEETING December 12, 1966 A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Selectmen' s Room, Town Office Building, on Monday evening, December 12, 1966, at 7:30 P.M. Chairman Cole, Messrs. Cataldo, Sheldon and Mabee were present. Mr. Carroll, Superintendent of Public Works, Mr. Gray, Executive Assistant, and the Acting Clerk were also present. Mr. Gray reported he had contacted Mrs. Bertha Murphy land Murphy on Grove Street with regard to her land, and Murphy land Grove she is agreeable to sign an option. He stated he had Grove Street Street given Mr. Legro, Town Counsel, the information and he would prepare the option and submit it to Mrs. Murphy for her signature. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Licenses to sign the following COMM Victualler licenses, both Licenses having been approved by the Board of Health: Bamboo Hut Restaurant 177 Massachusetts Avenue Village Variety 93 Massachusetts Avenue Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted License to sign 1st Class Agent's license for Colonial Garage License 1668 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington. The Chairman read a letter from Richard S. Honor Roll Townsend, 7 Mowers Road, relative to an honor roll Honor Roll for Lexington servicemen. The Chairman asked Mr. Cataldo for a report. Mr. Cataldo said Alan Adams submitted a report to the Board relative to the Honor Roll, which is in Cary Hall, a book of names of World War II Veterans, and a similar book has been requested for the boys in the service now from the Veterans' Agent; a Plaque to be put in Cary Hall for the Korean Veterans' who lost their lives. The Chairman stated he would reply to Mr. Townsend's letter. I 371 Mr. Carroll reported on the Chairs for Cary Memorial Building and read a letter from the Hampden Chair Company Chairs for apologizing for the delay in shipping, which was caused Cary by a fire in their plant. Shipment will be made during the month of January, 1967. Mr. Carroll stated he hoped they would receive them at that time, especially before Town Meeting. Mr. Cataldo reported on the Chairs for the Select- Chairs men's Room, and stated these were shipped December 7th. The Chairman read a letter from the Planning Board requesting the Board to give serious consideration to a widening of Bedford Street between Hartwell Avenue and Bedford St. Route 128. Mr. Sheldon suggested that the Board have a meeting with the Planning Board, and discuss the problem. Mr. Carroll stated this points up the fact that the Traffic Committee agrees money is needed for a traffic study to be made of the whole area, Wood Street, Bedford Street and Hartwell Avenue. Mr. Gray stated this will be taken up at the next meeting of the Traffic Study Committee, that Bedford Street and Hartwell Avenue will be developed extensively, the whole complex, that there will be more industrial construction. The Chairman stated the Board would thank them for their letter, and stated it would like to arrange a meeting in the near future to discuss the problem. A letter from the Monument Realty Trust, 18 Muzzey Street, requesting the installation of a gate in the fence between its office building property at 18 Muzzey Opening in Street and the municipal parking lot, was read by the fence Chairman. Mr. Carroll stated he had contacted Mr. Boeing; he referred to this property on the plan and stated there is a new parking lot next to the property. It is for his own convenience. The Chairman thought the question was whether this was for public or private access, and Mr. Carroll replied it is a walking access. Mr. Sheldon asked what this would cost. Mr. Carroll stated this is just for an opening, not a gate. The Chairman asked what other places have access, and Mr. Carroll replied, Scribner's and the Lexington News. He designated the location on the plan. 372 ar Ct The Chairman asked Mr. Carroll what his reaction would be to this request. Mr. Cataldo asked if parking spaces would be lost, and Mr. Carroll replied in the negative, that there was no serious objection to this request. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the Monument Realty Trust's request and have an opening in the fence between its property at 18 Muzzey Street and the municipal parking lot abutting the property. A copy of letter from the Commonwealth of Massa- chusetts, Department of Public Works, to Mr. Walter Steeves, 36 Highland Avenue, relative to the excavating and back- filling of property adjacent to Route 2A, Marrett Road, was read by the Chairman. Mr. Carroll said they apparently have a policy to Steeves' police their own highway system. He said the Town has a Steeves' property crew locating the edge of the filling and relating it property to the property line. He stated he would bring in a plan next week. Mr. Sheldon asked if Mr. Steeves was proceeding, and Mr. Cataldo stated he has fill available. Mr. Carroll stated the property is right near Bacon Street. Mr. Sheldon said if the Hatch Act is involved, Mr. Steeves should be notified to stop; that there would have to be a hearing, but it is not known if there is a violation. Mr. Gray suggested that a copy of the letter be sent to Mr. Irwin. The Chairman read two requests from the Metropolitan Building Movers Co. for permission to move two buildings; one from 428 Concord Pike, Arlington, to Hardy Pond Road in Waltham, and one from 88 Spring Street, Arlington to Permit Plant Road, Waltham. Permit Mr. Carroll stated these are both all right. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the Metropolitan Building Movers permissionto move the above two buildings to their new location, subject to the regular conditions. Letter from Mr. and Mrs. Daniel A. Heighton, 62 Chase Avenue, relative to street betterment on their property at 62 Chase Avenue in the amount of $590. was read by the Chairman. 373 Mr. Carroll stated they are correct, there should Abatement be an abatement for thirteen feet for the unextended portion of pavement in front of their property and he would prepare the abatement form for the Board to sign next week. Copy of letter from Mrs. Dominic Petringa, 60 Lowell Street, to Mr. Carroll relative to drainage problem was read by the Chairman. Mr. Carroll stated he had talked to her and advised Drainage that the drainage will be in the 1967 budget, and also stated that he had written to her. Letter from Mr. Burrell, Director of Civil Defense, was discussed by the Board. Mr. Sheldon stated the Town already has a committee and Mr. Cataldo stated at the present time, it doesn't Civil really know towards what it is working; that he felt Defense they had a good working organization now and it is the intention of the committee to sit down with Mr. Burrell to have him work out the Federal and State aid problem. He stated the committee is in the midst of interviewing architects at the present time, and is meeting once a week, and it would be against the knowledge of the committee at this point. Mr. Sheldon felt it wasn't necessary. The Chairman stated Civil Defense has certain specifications they would expect in it, closeness with the committee. Mr. Cataldo said he was aware of this, and the committee has full intention of going through this. Mr. Cataldo replied Mr. Burrell can come to any meeting, and he would be glad to let him know what the committee' s thinking was. Mr. Gray said he had told Mr. Burrell that. Mr. Cataldo would be talking with him. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the Minutes of the Selectmen's meeting held Minutes on December 5, 1966. At 8:00 P.M. the Selectmen's decision on the tree at 1303 Massachusetts Avenue was held. The Chairman stated he was sure all the members of the Board had received many letters on this subject. Tree The tree hearing was held on Monday, December 5, and 1303 Massa- stated that tonight is the Selectmen' s decision, and chusetts the Board will discuss it; it is not a hearing, and Ave. the Board will ask Mr. Carroll for his opinion. 3 74 co Or. Carroll stated the process of designing the roadway, Chapter 90 Construction, pointed out the tree in question jutted out into the highway and prevented making the highway a uniform width of forty feet all the way. He stated he recommended to the Board that the tree be posted and as far as he was concerned, the tree is a potential hazard. He said there have been no cases where anyone has hit the tree but it is an obstruction. The tree is *lite old, but he was not sure of its age, and he also realized the tree is beautiful, and quite healthy. A large portion of it did come off. Their feeling is, as engineers, the tree must be treated as an obstruction from preventing the curbing going in. Anything else along the edge of the road as well, and in their opinion, in order to obtain good highway design, the tree should go. South of the location, there is the infamous curve between Pelham Road and Munroe Tavern and there is a petition into the State to have the curve straightened as an accident hazard. This has been J , approved and this hazard will be eliminated at no cost to the Town. The State is looking at the problem of elimination of the curve, flattening out the curve, and would seriously question whether they would be wise to approve Federal and State funds to eliminate an accident, and a few feet away there was another one not eliminated. He said again he was completely aware that the tree is old and beautiful, and that no accidents have occurred at that site. He said it is not feasible to push the curbing or move the road in the opposite direction and have problems on the other side of the street. Mr. Cataldo asked if Mr. Carroll could give any of the conditions that would exist, what the difference would be in the roadway, and Mr. Carroll replied the difference would be 2k feet, 37i feet wide if the tree stays. Mr. Cataldo asked if in five years from now if the tree died, how many feet of curbing would have to be replaced, and Mr. Carroll replied probably 250 feet. Mr. Cataldo also asked would it be possible to relocate the curbing, and Mr. Carroll replied in the affirmative and said it would be expensive, probably $1500 to $2,000, and also in paving the road, where it was crowned. Mr. Cataldo asked how far this contract goes toward East Lexington, and Mr. Carroll replied 100 feet beyond the tree now. Mr. Cataldo also asked if the State's position on straightening the road were accepted, could the Town take the curbing out and end up with one foot. Would this change the layout of the road at all. 375 Mr. Sheldon suggested that in view of the fact 11there were no compelling reasons for taking this tree down, that the tree not be removed. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted that the tree not be removed. Mr. Cataldo wished to be recorded in opposition. The Chairman stated he wished to make an announcement with regard to a meeting on Wednesday, December 14, 1966, at 4:00 P.M. in the office of the Department of Public Works at 100 Nashua Street when a decision will be made with regard to the intersection of Watertown Street and Route 2. This meeting is in Meeting keeping with the Governor' s promise. He told Dr. Jick, who was present,. that he could take this as a notification. Mr. Cataldo asked if the Board thought the people in Belmont should be notified. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discuss- ing, deliberating or voting on matters which, if made Executive public might adversely affect the public security, the Session financial interest of the Town or the reputation of any person. Following discussion with regard to a letter from the Conservation Commission and discussion with Mr. Carroll with regard to the Pumping Station at North Street, it was voted to resume the opening meeting. At 8:40 P.M. Mrs. Batt in, Messrs. Adams, Russian and Bryson met with the Board. Structure of Mr. Russian, betig the spokesman for the committee, Town Govern- stated that his committee was talking in terms of areas ment Comm. of Town construction. He said it has had a committee for school construction and that committee's functions are reaching a point involved in new construction within the limit of the next ten years. One additional school between now and 1971. He said it seems when school comes to an end other departments and agencies will fill the bill. He said his committee is talking of an addition to the Town Office Building, Public Works Building, and other structures will come into existence, including a third fire station. He felt they should explore the possibility of changing the whole manner in which build- ing is done by the Town if we are to establish a committee for Town construction. If you have a committee of new people going through that has to learn all the mechanics, that is a waste. What is expected of a committee -- 37'' CO 3r Ct experience can be a great help, both in total time and effort. There are innumerable instances of wasteful efforts, and we want to progress. A permanent committee should be more competent to give the best design for the least dollar. He stated they have a choice - a committee established under an article in the warrant or a By-Law committee. The Chairman stated he felt the volunteer committees have done good work. Mr. Russian stated it should be a permanent building committee, that other Towns had gone through this. He mentioned that Concord had a General Building Committee, a give-man committee hired for two-year terms. The Chair- man is an instructor at Tufts. This group is appointed by the Selectmen in that Town. Next he spoke of Brookline. The building commission is again made up of five, appointed annually. The commission is comprised of an architect, builder, and two other citizens as officials. Any project which affects any committee must have the approval of the Selectmen before it can get to Town Meeting. He stated that Brookline has an annual appointment; that the member- ship hasn't changed in ten years, there is a feeling of permanency there. The particular committee involved with the use of the proposed structure will have an ex-officio member on that committee. Wellesley, he stated, is most attractive. They have a by-law creating a permanent building committee. This committee has a five-man board and its requirement is there has to be an attorney, engineer or an architect and a building contractor, so Orme would have to qualify under these vocations. In Wellesley they have been very successful. He said there is no requirement that the agency involved has a veto power. Mr. Russian said it seems that this concept is instrumental in light of present and future needs of Lexington. As far as our committee is concerned it makes a lot of sense, and it would like to propose it at Town Meeting in March. Mr. Sheldon suggested that most of the building that will be done will be in the Public Works area; the Library is another area. He suggested that it is pretty important to be public works oriented to be sure the building you design is for Public Works and will function; that he was just saying there is another side oo it. He felt it was very important to be sure that there are people on it who know what the objectives are; that he felt the committee should think about it. 377 Mr. Cataldo felt that the Board of Selectmen should ' have control; that there should be someone to report to. Different phases involved in appointing such a committee were further discussed. Mt was finally agreed that the Structure of Government Committee would work up a more detailed proposal and submit it to the Board. The Committee retired. Mr. William Rae, Chairman of the Arlington Great Meadows Committee met with the Board. Mr. Rae submitted reports to each member of the Board. The Chairman stated the Board would like to read this Great report and give it some thought. Meadows Mr. Rae stated some money should be appropriated. $20,000 or $25,000, and would be jointly split. He stated this has been going on for twenty to twenty-five years. Mr. Sheldon asked how that much money could be spent, and Mr. Rae said the two Town Committees had worked jointly from the beginning and the committees feel the best method would be for park and recreation. In order to develop this he said they would have to know more about 1 the land, water control and watershed, and the committee felt it should be done now. Mr. Sheldon asked what assurance does the Town have that Arlington will go along with any reasonable program. Mr. Rae suggested that the Board go over the report. and iron out some of the questions that it has. The committee feels it should be developed so people can enjoy it from the standpoint of recreational purposes, a major park idea, for ball and skating. He asked that the Board come up with a recommendation, and stated if it is really interested, to keep the thing going. The Chairman said the Board would read the report and set up a meeting with the Lexington part of the committee. Mr. Rae retired at 10:00 P.M. It was suggested that an article should be put in the warrant to acquire land, areas to be taken for Worthen Road Article at Marrett Road. Mr. Cataldo stated an article should be put in for the March Town Meeting. Mr. Sheldon moved that an article be prepared for insertion in the warrant. The Chairman asked if Mr. Carroll had a plan, and he replied in the negative, not yet. Mr. Carroll stated he 378ar C'3 had never formulated any specifications, but he would have someone work on it and bring it to the Board. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing, deliberating or voting on matters which, if made public, might adversely affect the public security, the financial interest of the Town, or the reputation of any person. Foliating discussion with Mr. Carroll relative to the Bedford Sewer problem, and a report to the press relative to the appointment of nine police officers, and an item relative to Minute Man Highlands, it was voted to resume the open meeting. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 10:35 P.M. A true record, Attest: / ez''o-,C0,44tk-4-1 Act ngg C rk, electmen I 1 379 SELECTMEN'S MEETING December 19, 1966 A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Selectmen' s Room, Town Office Building, on Monday evening, December 19, 1966, at 7:30 P.M. Chairman Cole, Messrs. Burnell, Sheldon and Mabee were present. The Acting Clerk was also present. Mr. Cataldo and Mr. Gray, Executive Assistant, arrived at the meeting at 8:20 P.M. after attending the School Committee meeting. Upon request from the Town Clerk, Miss Mary R. McDonough, three Jurors were drawn for duty as follows: Mr. George A. Higley 65 School Street Mr. Daniel A. Jones 32 Colony Road Jurors Mr. Marvin L. Brooks 7 Woodland Road Mr. Legro stated he had a contract which the Selectmen had previously agreed to award to J. D'Amico, Sewer Inc. , 49 Ellison Avenue, Dorchester, Mass. , for the Contract Interceptor Sewer and Force Main, for the Board to sign. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to sign the contract submitted by Mr. Legro for the Interceptor Sewer and Force Main which was awarded to J. D'Amico of Dorchester. Mr. Legro stated he had an Order of Taking for sewer and drain easments off Grove Street in which Order of damages are awarded to Chandler; no damages to any Taking other owners because they have agreed to give deeds Grove St. and releases. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to sign the Order of Taking for sewer and drain easements off Grove Street as prepared by Mr. Legro. Mr. Legro reported he had two instruments, both of which are partial apportionments of easements in the Woodhaven Woodhaven Trunk Sewer which were authorized by Town Trunk Meeting. Sewer Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted easements to sign the instruments as prepared by Mr. Legro. e 380 n The Chairman read a letter from Mrs. Emily Dionne, 14 Walnut Street, relative to a traffic problem on Traffic Walnut Street and also requesting installation of Traffic II sidewalks. Mr. Gray stated a copy of this letter had been received by the Traffic Study Committee and the committee voted to install "Slow - Children" signs as requested. He stated with regard to sidewalks, Mrs. Dionne should be advised to petition the Board for a sidewalk to be included in the 1968 budget, as the budget for sidewalks for 1967 is already closed. The Chairman read a letter from Robert Drainoni, 479 Waltham Street, relative to the betterment assessment for sewer on his property. The Chairman suggested that this letter be held over until the next meeting of the Board, for Mr. Carroll's report. Letter from the Planning Board relative to the. installation of a pedestrian walk in Stedman Road Stedman (a "paper" street) was read by the Chairman. Stedman Road Mr. Sheldon asked how many feet were involved, Road and the Chairman stated he felt this letter should be referred to Mr. Carroll for his report next week. Letter from The Lexington Montessori School Route 2 relative to the reconstruction of the Route 2 - Route 2 Pleasant St. Pleasant Street interchange, was read by the Chairman. Pleasant St. interchange The Chairman stated he would be in touch with the interchange people and would brief them as to the discussion he had with the Board. The Chairman read a letter from the Metropolitan Appointment Area Planning Council, 44 School Street, Boston, Appointment relative to the expiration of Mr. ROand Greeley's three-year term as the Board's representative on the Metropolitan Area Planning Council. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to reappoint Mr. Roland B. Greeley as the Board's representative for a three year term on the Metropolitan Area Planning Council. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Package to approve "Package Goods" Store license for the Package Goods Lexington Liquor Mart, Inc. , Josephine Licciardi, Goods Store Manager, subjecttto the approval of the Alcoholic Store ' license Beverages Control Commission. license 381 Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the following licenses: Virginia Coleman, d.b.a. Wildacre Inn, 50 Percy Road Lodging House R.H.D. Realty and Development Corp. , 1720 Mass. Ave. Innholder R.H.D. Realty and Development Corp. , Drummer Boy Rest. Comm.Vict. Brewster's, Inc. , 913 Waltham Street " " Pine Meadows Country Club, 232 Cedar Street " " Daniel Martinez, d.b.a. Hayden Skating Arena Peter Bertolami, d.b.a. Minute Man Restaurant " " Bellino's Coffee & Donut Shop, 141 Mass. Avenue Auto Engineering, Inc. , 436 Marrett Road 1st Class Ag't Morris Motors, 400 Waltham Street 2nd Class Ag't With reference to the Common Victualler license Licenses for Daniel Martinez, d.b.a. Hayden Skating Arena, it was voted to approve this license, subject to a report from the Board of Health. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the minutes of the Selectmen's Meeting held Minutes on December 12, 1966. At 8:00 P.M. , Mr. Charles Cole representing the Historical Society, met with the Board relative to the Artifacts from the Hancock Clarke House dig. He stated the Society would like to have them on display in the main lobby of the Public Facilities Building; that they would like to store them in boxes at the present time. He stated they are anxious to have a place to keep them, that they want to take care of all the articles found in the excavation. The cellar is a very bad place to keep them and he stated many of the things found are comparable to exhibits in Williamsburg and Plymouth, and are most educational. He stated the Town has no museum, that the Society has to raise $100,000 for one to hold all these articles. They would like to store them until they get the cases, that these articles have to be under lock and key. Mr. Burnell asked if they weren't concerned about putting them in boxes, and Mr. Cole replied there is a closet in which they could lock them, that they had been given the Guide Room to use for storage; they are in open boxes now but would be put in closed boxes. 382 The question was asked about the Town's liability, and Mr. Cole replied at the present they have no insurance on them but that item would be considered. He stated the building is open only with the Janitor present, and felt they would be safe. Mr. Burnell stated he objected to storing anything in the basement of the building, that it is not for storage. Mr. Cole said within two months they would have the cases. The Chairman stated he was agreeable if this is definite that within six months theywould be out. Mr. Cole stated they putaway are all and the room is open for use, any other use. The question was asked where the headquarters were for the Historical Society, and Mr. Cole replied, Buckman Tavern, and it is very hard to control it. He stated he would like to have the Selectmen see the display thatit is of intense interest to visitors from all over the country. He stated the Society would be responsible for anything lost, that the cases would be theirs. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to allow the Historical Society to use the basement of the Public Facilities Building for the storage of the artifacts. The Chairman stated that the. Board was voting permission to store only in the basement, no permission given to use upstairs, and he asked Town Counsel if there was any liability on the part of the Town to allow this. Mr. Legro stated he didn't think there was any liability for neglect, that the Board might ask the Society to release the Town from any liability. Mr. Cole stated he would bring it up at its meeting in January. The Chairman referred to the Report on the Procedures for the use of Public Facilities Building. After discussion on the various items, it was finally agreed that the procedures would be as follows: RULES OF PROCEDURES FOR USE OF VISITORS'CENTER 1. Meeting Rooms will be available for meetings of all official Town Boards, Committees and Commissions at no charge. 2. Meeting room may be used evenings by other than official Town organizations at a specific charge. ,)t 3. At any evening meeting, there must be a custodian on duty regardless of who is using the rooms or the size of the meeting. Rules of 4. Official Town Boards, Committees and Commissions are Procedures to have priority on dates. Visitors Center 5. All arrangements for use of building are to be made through the Selectmen's Office. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to accept the rules as outlined above. Mr. Legro stated there should be insurance as there is liability. Mr. Burnell stated as soon as the furniture is in, this building will certainly be used. The Chairman stated he felt the Board could adopt this and as it goes along it can be changed. Mr. Gray stated after six months, it can be amended by the Chairman, and the Chairman stated changes will be determined by the Board of Selectmen. Mr. Cataldo suggested that Mr. Gray be instructed to have all specific changes brought to the Board of Selectmen first. The Chairman stated, with regard to the Battle Green Inn Liquor License, everything was not in order at this time, and there would not be a hearing tonight, that a Liquor hearing would be scheduled for 8:00 P.M. , January 3, License 1967 in the Selectmen's Room. s He stated there would also be a hearing on January9, 1967 on the application of the Lexington Motor Inn, Inc. for a Liquor License. Mr. Gray reported he had a request from the Cemetery Commissioners for a transfer of $1,416.80 which is due to extra expense incurred from overtime, and opening of graves. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to request the Appropriation Committee to transfer the sum of Transfer $1,416.80 to the Cemetery-Personal Services Account. Mr. Gray also requested a transfer of $400.00 to the Selectmen's-Expenses Account, due to extra advertising and miscellaneous expense. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Transfer to request the Appropriation Committee to transfer the amount of $400 from the Reserve Fund to the Selectmen' s- Expenses Account. 384 CAD ac NQ Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to Executive go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing, Executi Session deliberating or voting on matters which, if made public, ve might adversely affect the public security, the Session financial interest of the Town, or the reputation of any person. Following discussion relative to property on Cedar Street, Article in the Warrant, Stedman Road walk, Rosetti land, property on Clarke Street, Goodwin property, Cary Library maintenance, it was voted to resume the open meeting. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 9:50 P.M. A true record, Attest: C rk, electmtp I 1 385 SELECTMEN'S MEETING December 27, 1966 A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Tuesday evening, December 27, 1966, at 7:30 P.M. Chairman Cole, Messrs. Cataldo, Sheldon and Mabee were present. Mr. Carroll, Superintendent of Public Works, Mr. Legro, Town Counsel, Mr. Gray, Executive Assistant, and the Acting Clerk were also present. Mr. Gray reported he had a bill for $76.00 cover- ing the testing of concrete for the Public Works Building. He stated it had been approved by Mr. Cataldo. Public W Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted Works to pay bill from William A. Halsey, Architect, in the Building amount of $76.00, for testing of concrete for the bill Public Works Building. Mr. Gray stated he had a request for a transfer for the Veterans' Agent, Aid & Expenses. He read the letter of explanation to the Board, the amount being Transfer $200.00. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to request the Appropriation Committee to transfer the sum of $200.00 to the Veterans" Services - Aid & Expenses Account. The Chairman read a letter from the School Committee in reply to the Board's letter to them with regard to the establishment of Kindergartens. Kinder- garten He statedcthis was just for the Board's information. Mr. Cataldo stated he had talked with Dr. Fobert, and was meeting with him on Wednesday, and would ask just what the Kindergartens would mean to the tax rate and what the figures are for the budget, and alternatives if the Town does not have Kindergartens. Mr. Sheldon asked if Kindergartens are not approved, could the Munroe and Hancock Schools be closed. Mr. Cataldo asked if the Board wished him to represent it at the meeting, that he had talked with Mr. Viano but he needed to talk with the Superintendent; that this in- formation would be accepted by them as information. 3S6 3 Mr. Ma$e? felt Mr. Cataldo could represent the Board, and the Chairman stated as a matter of policy, it should be Board to Board. Mr. Sheldon said this Board is interested in the figures and he thought Mr. Cataldo should represent the Board; that he felt it should be an official request. The Chairman stated he had a communication from the Fire Department which he read to the Board. This letter requested an opportunity to have a short meeting with the Board to discuss further the Department's manpower Fire requirements. Fife Department Mr. Mabee said he felt they should be allowed to Department straighten out their difficulties, and the Chairman said he likes to give people the idea that they have had every chance to submit their cases, and in all fairness, asked for the Board's feeling as to what amount of time to give them. The Chairman stated the Board would meet at 9:00 A.M. on Saturday morning with the Fire Commissioners. Mr. Carroll stated he had requests for transfers because of snow removal in the amount of $7500. - Personal Transfer Services Account 4900, for the snowstorm of December 24 & Trans- 25, and cleaning up on the 26th, to carry them through fer the year. He stated on Snow Removal they need $16,300. That would leave them with $500 or $600. under Snow Removal. He said in an emergency, it could be taken out of any fund. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to request the Appropriation Committee to transfer the sum of $7500. to the Personal Services Account #4900 and the sum of $16,300 to the Snow Removal Account. Mr. Carroll reported he checked with Mr. Gardner today, and he has had no chance to do anything on Pleasant St Pleasant Street and Worthen Road. He submitted a plan Pleasant St & Worthen for the Board's information with regard to Route 2 and & Worthen Road Watertown Street. He said Abbott Engineering was the Road consultant for the DPW. He said at the present time there is a piece of 6" pipe under Route 2. That main has never been connected. He stated the State should be asked to put a piece of water main in the new bridge for whatever length is needed, 300 feet, at no cost to the Town. He felt the State should do something, an 8" Route 2 pipe, the Town to pay the difference. He stated on Route 2 II & Watertown the other side of Route 2, there is a section of Water- & Water- St. town Street, Bowman and Golden. It is an unaccepted town St. 387 street. Under the new setup, he felt the Town should look seriously to taking this piece and giving it to Arlington. Golden Avenue and Bowman both receive water from Arlington and pointed the areas out on the plan. The Chairman asked how many citizens lived there, and Mr. Carroll replied six or eight houses. Mr. Carroll stated it is a problem that should be considered and a decision made. The question was asked what services the Town was now giving, and Mr. Carroll replied snow plowing, and stated in the future it will be almost impossible. Mr. Cataldo stated snow plowing is the least important of all the services. The Chairman stated the Board should approach these people and asked Mr. Carroll set up a meeting, and he would meet with Mr. Carroll as well and explain the situation to them, and let them know what the problem is. Mr. Legro said it would take Town Meeting action by both Towns. At 8:00 P.M. , Messts. Russian, Adams, Bryson and Mrs. Battin, members of the Structure of Town Government Committee, Messrs. Greeley, Barnaby, Fisher and Mrs. Clarke, School Committee, met with the Board. Mr. Bryson submitted copies of Draft of Proposed Structure Article for Town Meeting, and stated this had been dis- of Town cussed with the Planning Board. He said articles were Government brought in which involved planning of the Town and Committee Center that had not been included, and were referred to them for a report. He stated this is a tentative draft. Mr. Cataldo questioned if this was the type the Government Committee should be getting into. He stated the Town has a by-law committee, and wondered if this was the intent of the Government Committee. Mrs. Battin replied Physical Planning, that they were not to revise the by-laws but get them in order. She said the committee would like to come in with the whole package; it seemed a step which should be taken now and not wait for two years. The Board discussed the various items. Mr. Cataldo stated he could not see anything that is not being done now, and Mr. Mabee said most of these are done automatically. Mr. Greeley said to put it on record and people would be aware that it is accepted procedure. 385 en Mr. Adams stated he thought it might take two years; that conservation acquisition is important. Mr. Russian stated this committee is charged with an operation to see how the Town can be governed. Structure talks about substance of procedure. This is a substance of procedural step. Mr. Sheldon stated there are two propositions: One might be termed informative and one restrictive. He stated he had no objection to the informative, that it should be done more effectively. He stated at the moment he did not like the restrictive part. Drainage is imposing a restriction on us, if you feel that restriction is needed. Going back to the informative portion, that position is very well taken, no Planning Board should be left in ignorance. The Chairman asked if the committee would say communi- cation between the Boards has improved over the years, and the answer was in the affirmative, that it is a sincere effort on the part of the committee and it feels these should be hard and fast rules. Mr. Adams stated he thought the Board should look at it that these are not set up for any present Boards. This is for future planning, that Boards do change. Mr. Cataldo asked if this should be done now, if there was any immediate need at the present time. Mr. Greeley stated he thought this is a desirable piece of codification to see how procedures work. The Chairman stated that he had every hope that practices would continue for another year, and asked if this is really of an emergency measure now. Mr. Russian stated he felt the draft made sense. Mr. Cataldo asked what areas should change which are not being done now. The items were discussed separately. Mr. Russian stated he could agree that 1 or 2 are not in any way meritorious, but he could see no major reason for not adopting it. Mr. Adams referred to item 6 and spoke of the recent meeting with the residents of the area of the North Lexington Brook. He stated this could make a definite change in the whole area. The Chairman said even on tax title, the Board advertises and checks with the Planning Board, and asked where the Planning Board was not considered. He stated he felt the Board had a good rapport. He felt none of , the items were germane at the present time, that the Boards are going to change next year. 389 Mr. Greeley stated if it is a move of good govern- , ment to proceed, it does make sense to do it sooner; if you are going to codify, the sensible thing is when you have a meeting of minds to do it before you get into trouble. Mr. Mabee said put it on paper, adopt it and then you have it. Mr. Russian said if there is a concept before you that has worth,- he said the committee is trying to do what is in the best interest of the Town. The Chairman stated he had no objection to any article whether he agreed or not. Mr. Cataldo stated he did object to including it in this form. The Chairman stated the first five are definitely Town Meeting. In the case of 6, the Planning Board should be aiprised. The Chairman stated 6 and 7 were deleted. He stated he didn't care whether the Planning Board gave a report to Town Meeting, that he would not oppose it. He said as far as putting an article in the warrant, he would vote to put the article in. He stated he would delete 6 and 7 from it. He would like to see 2 more clearly defined, that he agreed to 4. Mr. Legro stated with regard to 4, any change in that makes it impossible unless ways are laid out way in advance before budgets are prepared. Mr. Bryson suggested that the alterations would be to omit 4 through 7. Mr. Greeley felt it would be more advantageous, rather than cutting everything out, to come back later, that there would be nothing left; that there were things that affect the long range land use. Mr. Cataldo asked if this landause were left in woulc it exclude conservation lots, and Mr. Legro replied he would think it was broad enough to include it. Mr. Cataldo said they can set up rules and regulations over which there is no control. Mr. Legro said land use relatas to zoning primarily; that there is no need of leaving that in, that there is nothing in 5 that isn't already controlled by law. The Chairman asked if they still feel they wanted to put an article in, and Mr. Russian replied, yes. Mr. Mabee suggested coming in with a modified tentative draft. Mr. Russian stated they would come in with a revised article. 90 co Mr. Russian said the other item the committee wished to discuss was the permanent building committee; to see if the Town will provide for appointment of a permanent building committee, a general kind of article same as the Town has previously inserted. He stated the motion Permanent has to be a great deal more specific. The committee has Permanent Building had a meeting with the representatives of the School Building Committee Committee. The feeling was they had a good working Committee relationship with the Standing School Building Committee, and that some of the members should remain on as long as they deal with school problems, as they are people who have had experience in building schools. He stated the Town Office Building might be designed, and having members of the Appropriation Committee on it could cause criticism. He said this is not really the important item, that the Town will get more for its money, can handle a lot of detail, a job on permanent basis. To have a committee skilled in recreational activities, could save a lot of money by having qualified part time or full time Clerk of Works who could be valuable. So the committee has drafted the article. The details of power controls and the total matter of the motion would have to be ironed out to satisfy the concept and the major boards involved. He read the draft of the warrant article. He stated he thought the Planning Board is concerned with the lack of recreational facilities. Mr. Cataldo asked what is stopping them now. Mr. Bryson stated there is no implementation agency now. He said the committee had discussed this with,the Recreation Committee and they are in favor of it. Mr. Cataldo said he didn't think the committee should get into it. The Chairman said he would like to ask the School Committee if they were satisfied with the Standing School Building Committee. Mr. Mabee said a long range program excluding everyone here now, not concerned with the building programs going on today, but building programs in the Town; it makes a lot of sense. All on one committee, whatever it may be, din the long run, will be valuable. Mr. Sheldon said he felt the recreation confuses this problem. An overall building committee is not the way to do it. He said he would like to throw out recreation. He said he felt the school committee wants to have people building schools who have been on before, 1 391 Mr. Bryson said to have a committee of five, a specific committee. Mr. Adams said at the meat Town Meeting, a Junior High School, finished in 1971, will be in the warrant and stated if there is going to be a general building committee, it should be started now. The Chairman asked could the Standing Building Committee take care of this, and the reply was what was being done could not possibly be cleaned up until 1968. Mr. Fisher stated I think in ten years, the Standing School Committee has done about $11,000,000 to $12,000,000. worth of schools and has proved its worth. The School Committee would like to have them available for another school. Mr. Adams felt there should be a general building committee to handle all buildings. He stated a lot of time is spent in educating a committee, but stated Ad Hoc Committees could be used for political purposes. Mr. Russian stated a permanent building committee makes sense. He said it had worked out well in Wellesley. The Chairman said you are also agreeing how things handled in Lexington have worked out well, and stated if something is working well now, why do we have to go into something because it is working in any other Town. Mr. Russian stated this would be a committee that would reflect greater confidence of the Town; to show what kind of operation the Town is going to set into existence. Mr. Cataldo said the Board would give you the specifications, special requirements it needs, and you would go out and build, and Mr. Russian stated the committee feels as far as it is concerned, it would save the Town some money. Mr. Sheldon said there is no compelling reason for this. If there were a compelling reason and things hadn' t been done well, but to make a change just for the sake of making a change. Mr. Adams said everything has been done practically perfect, but he thought if it were examined, there have been jobs that have not been done well, and this committee could do a better job more efficiently. The Chairman asked who was carrying this article, and asked if the committee will insert this in the warrant, II that the Board didn' t care whether it was for or against it; it would put it in the warrant. Mr. Mabee stated the committee wants support. 92- CAD The Chairman stated the committee has strong feelings, and the majority of this Board is Apposed, but it is willing to put this article in the warrant. Mrs. Clarke stated it would be a more efficient use of the Town' s human resources, and felt the committee has done a good job. She was sure there had been a great deal of time given. The Chairman asked if the committee wishes at this point a vote to put this in the warrant, and Mr. Russian replied work out the mechanics of the motion, and asked if the Board would be willing to sit down with the committee, and find out how the Permanent Building Committee would function, it& makeup and who would have appointive powers, then the Board of Selectmen might support it. The Chairman said let us assume that what we worked out would be agreeable. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to insert an article in the warrant to authorize appointment of a permanent building committee, providing the article meets the Board' s approval. The Chairman read a letter from the Planning Board relative to the installation of a pedestrian walk in Pedestrian Stedman Road (a "paper" street) between Marrett Road and walk Franklin School. iStedman Rd. Mr. Carroll reported that he has it listed in his budget for 1967. Mr. Legro stated this would be a layout as a public way. The Chairman read a letter from the Planning Board relative to the appointment of a representative to the Appoint- Metropolitan Area Planning Council, and stated that sent Mr. Roland B. Greeley did not wish to be reappointed. It also recommended that Mrs. Natalie H. Rif fin be appointed as Lexington' s representative. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to appoint Mrs. Natalie H. Rif fin as Lexington's representative to the Metropolitan Area Planning Council. Letter from Robert Drainoni,. 479 Waltham Street, relative to his sewer betterment assessment, was read by the Chairman. Mr. Carroll stated this matter had been discussed Abatement before by the Board and it had agreed to abate the betterment. ¢yc Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to abate the sewer betterment assessment in the amount of $254.69 and advise Mr. Drainoni that if at some future time he wished to connect to the sewer, the charge of $254.69 will have to be paid in full. The Chairman read a letter from Mrs. Hugh Y. McLeish, 44 Fair Oaks Drive, relative to the installation of a Street street light at the intersection of Fair Oaks Drive and light Outlook Drive. Mr. Carroll stated he would take care of this. The Chairman read a letter from Mrs. Sanborn Brown, 37 Maple Street, relative to traffic control and parking in the driveway to the Adams School between the East Traffic Lexington Branch Library and side of the church buildings. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to refer this letter to the Traffic Study Committee for its consideration. The Chairman read a letter from "Tell it to Joe" relative to the stop signs at Worthen Road and Massa- Traffic chusetts Avenue. The Chairman asked that Mr. Carroll compose the reply. Letter from Mrs. Alan B. Wade, 524 Concord Avenue, relative to the need for sewer in the area, was read by the Chairman. Mr. Carroll reported he had talked with her, and Sewer advised the Board that the Trunk Sewer and Laterals are in the budget for 1967. The Chairman stated she would be advised of any further developments. Notice from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Department of Natural Resources, relative to the appropri- ations for Insect Pest Control and Dutch Elm Disease, Insect for Lexington, was read by the Chairman: $8,000.00 for Pest Insect Pest Control and $15,000 for Dutch Elm Disease Control Control. Letter from Jerome S. Kornreich, 102 Outlook Drive, relative to installation of a street light on Fair Oaks Street Drive and Outlook Drive, was read by the Chairman. light Mr. Carroll advised this matter would be taken care of. :194 NQ Petition, together with plan, from the residents of the Richard-Robbins-Plymouth-Tower Road area relative to the erection of "Children - Drive Slowly" signs was read by the Chairman. This letter was referred to the Traffic Study Committee for its consideration. Letter from the Planning Board relative to changes Planning in its Rules and Regulations Governing Subdivision of Board Land was received. subdivision The Clerk was instructed to send copies of this Regulation letter to each member of the Board. Letter from Mr. Leonard Notkin, 1 Field Road, relative to the installation of sewer in her section Sewer of Town, was read by the Chairman. Mr. Carroll reported this sewer is in his budget for 1967 for consideration. Letter from the Planning Board relative to lands it wishes acquired by the 1967 Annual Town Meeting, was Acquisition read by the Chairman. of lands This letter was referred to Mr. Gray who was requested to discuss it with Mr. Zaleski. Mr. Legro stated to get a specific area of land so that an article can be prepared. 1. Land of Lloyd, 10 acres, more or less, off Freemont Street for recreation. 2. Land of Bianchi, 2.8 acres, more or less, off Spring Street for recreation. 3. Land of D'Augusta, 8 acres, more or lesin at Railroad and Great Meadows for recreation. 4. Land of Lidberg at Adams Street for Emerson Road connection. The Chairman read a letter from the Planning Board relative to Zoning Changes which it wished to have acted upon at a Special Town Meeting. The Chairman stated basically, there would be two Town Meetings. Mr. Sheldon felt it was not a bad idea. Mr. Cataldo stated the Board had a previous discussion and the plans and specifications for the Town Office can be at the Special Town Meeting. The Chairmansaid the regular one in March, recovery from that not until the first of April, and he thought May 1 is too early, that June 1 is more practical. 3 9,j Mr. Mabee questioned rezoning every year. If the June Town Special Meeting is June, the Board will subscribe to Meeting it. The Chairman said it is the sense of the Board to have a Special Town Meeting in June, the March meeting, and Special on June 5, primarily for zoning. He stated basically the Board concurs but it does agree on the date of June 5 as being more realistic, and will give The Planning Board a definite date at its next meeting. Copy of letter to the Planning Board from Dean E. Nicholson, relative to a pedestrian easement leading from the proposed development of Ernest E. Outhet entitled "Woodbridge Estates" to Estabrook Road, was read by the Chairman. Pedestrian Mr. Legro stated this is one of three easements easement - he is considering and has given considerable thought Woodbridge to. He stated what the Chairman read is correct, it Estates has been approved; there has been a grant to the Town subdivision of a pedestrian easement running between the develop- ment and Estabrook Road, and across land of the sub- developer. One side abuts on Weiss' land. He stated there is the possibility of accepting the easement at Town Meeting, an article to be put in. Letter from Mr. Burrell, Civil Defense Director, enclosing a copy of report relative to the Natural Disaster Emergency Operating Center Exercise held in Civil October, wad read by the Chairman. Defense The Chairman requested the clerk to send copies to the Board, Public Works, Fire Commissioners and Chief of Police. Mr. Legro reported on the request for a Common Victualler license by Virginia Coleman, Wild Acre Inn. Comm. Vict. He stated he could find nothing specific in his files license as to the reason a Common Victualler license was denied her, last year. The Chairman asked Mr. Gray to check this with Mr. Finneran, Board of Health Director. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to grant the following Common Victualler licenses, Licenses both having been approved by the Board of Health: Geoffroy's Pharmacy 411 Waltham Street Comm. Vict. Pewter Pot Muffic House 1710 Mass. Ave. Comm. Vict. 4496 CO Minutes Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the minutes of the Selectmen' s Meeting held on December 19, 1966. Mr. Carroll referred to the letter from C.F. Mistretta, District Highway Engineer, relative to Chapter 90 Construction, Massachusetts Avenue, copy of which was sent to the Selectmen. Mr. Carroll stated the job has been cut back so it doesn't include the area where the tree is, over 100 feet. The question is whether or not this means the Town is going to get Federal aid for the gap. If the Town expects to share in the cost, there is a tree which they consider hazardous, which the Selectmen won' t take down. He stated all they are saying is they have ordered the construction to be done at the present time, and are not going to build the road the 100 feet, leaving out the gap. They will begin north of the tree which lengthens the gap to 600 feet for which the Town is asking Federal Aid. They are not going to recommend Federal Aid an it. Mr. Cataldo stated this is something to think about. He said he would like to see the project completed. Mr. Carroll stated he was against putting in a 14' wall, and wou'd like to get it done right. He said he was against putting in a concrete wall, it should be terraced. The Chairman asked that it be put on the agenda for the next meeting. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing, deliberating or voting on matters which, if made public, might adversely affect the public security, the financial interest of the Town or the reputation of any person. Following discussion relative to a pedestrian easement, it was voted to resume the opening meeting. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 10:35 P.M. A true record, Attest: e/4;:, ,/ ting Cl4.rk, Slectmen('