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AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
LEXINGTON BOARD OF SELECTMEN MEETING
DATE: 7/1/13 STAFF: Lynne Pease ITEM NUMBER: I.5
SUBJECT:
Center Streetscape Presentation
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
Bill Hadley, John Livsey and the consultant will make the Center Streetscape Presentation.
See attached presentation.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
RECOMMENDATION / SUGGESTED MOTION:
STAFF FOLLOW-UP:
Selectmen’s Office
Resulting roadway configuration will feed into the Streetscape Design
Collect & analyze traffic volumesCollect & analyze data on intersection crashesEvaluate future traffic Alternatives
Collection Date: Wednesday, April, 3, 2013Volumes Collected: Vehicles, Pedestrians and Bicycles
AM
PM
North-SouthEast-West
Highest volume occurs through the Core Downtown AreaGreat deal of mixing traffic
Two Lanes EB & WB
Vehicle)
< 10.0> 50.0
10.1 to15.015.0 to 25.025.1to 35.035.1 to 50.0
Unsignalized
Intersections
(Average Secondsof Delay/
Vehicle)
< 10.0> 80.0
Signalized
10.1 to 20.020.1 to 35.035.1 to 55.055.1 to 80.0
Intersections
(Average Secondsof Delay/
F
E
C
B
A
D
LOS
U
E
LEGEND
F
U
FF
PM Peak Hour Level Of Service
AM Peak Hour Level Of Service
Unsignalized IntersectionSignalized Intersection
S
U
AA
EF
S
F
U
C
U
U
F
E
AF
F
F
U
BD
U
S
E
B
D
S
C
14
8
3
Crashes Within Entire Study Area = 196
14
6
4
3
42
7
12
5
Evaluated Three 3-Lane AlternativesOne 3-Lane Alternative (Greatest Capacity)Three Alternatives
Screening Analysis:Full Analysis:Full Analysis:
PART 1 –3-Lane vs. 4-LanePART 2 –Other Alternatives
2 EB, 1 WB
1 EB, 1 WB
+ Turning Lanes
1 EB, 2 WB
(-34%)
-900 vph
2,600 vph1,700 vph
AM: 2,200 vphPM: 2,240 vph
(Mass Ave @ Waltham St)
2 EB + 1 WB >> Greatest 3-Lane CapacityExisting Peak Hour Volumes4-Lane Capacity:3-Lane Capacity:Capacity Difference:
S
F
E
LEGEND
F
F
F
U
Existing -PM Peak Hour LOSBuild -AM Peak Hour LOSBuild -PM Peak Hour LOS
Unsignalized IntersectionSignalized IntersectionExisting -AM Peak Hour LOS
FFF
S
U
AA
AA
FF
EF
S
PM
800
5,700
PM
81.2
193.9
AM
1,5005,400
U
CFDE
U
AM
58.2
181.6
F
U
F
EF
Average Vehicle Delay
Unserved VehiclesTotal Demand
Existing3-Lane
FF
AF
F
U
FFF
F
B
BD
U
S
F
BEB
D
S
CCE
Heavy traffic volume during peak hoursGreat deal of mixing trafficTraffic operations under a 3-Lane Alternative woulddegrade significantly from Existing Conditions
TS
Prohibit Mass. Avenue westbound left-turn at Battle GreenProhibit left-turn from Depot SquareSignal timing modification at Waltham StreetRemove eastbound right-turn lane at Waltham StreetRemove
westbound right-turn lane at Edison WayTraffic signal installation at Woburn Street (Concept 1)
Includes:
TS
S
E
E
LEGEND
F
E
F
U
Existing -PM Peak Hour LOSBuild -AM Peak Hour LOSBuild -PM Peak Hour LOS
Unsignalized IntersectionSignalized IntersectionExisting -AM Peak Hour LOS
FFF
S
U
AA
AA
EFDF
S
U
FF
CF
U
F
U
F
EF
AF
AF
F
U
FFF
F
C
BD
U
S
E
E
BE
D
S
EF
C
TS
Allow Mass. Avenue westbound left-turn at Battle GreenAllow left-turn from Depot SquareSignal timing modification at Waltham StreetRemove eastbound right-turn Lane at Waltham StreetRemove
westbound right-turn Lane at Edison WayTraffic signal installation at Woburn Street (Concept 1)
Includes:
S
ED
LEGEND
PM
39.746.4
F
E
F
U
Existing -PM Peak Hour LOSBuild -AM Peak Hour LOSBuild -PM Peak Hour LOS
Unsignalized IntersectionSignalized IntersectionExisting -AM Peak Hour LOS
FFF
S
U
AA
AA
AM
65.564.4
EF
EF
Average Vehicle Delay
B
S
ExistingAlt
U
CFDE
U
F
U
F
EF
CF
AF
F
U
FFF
E
B
BD
U
S
E
BEB
D
S
CCE
TS
4
Allow Mass. Avenue westbound left-turn at Battle GreenAllow left-turn from Depot SquareSignal timing modification at Waltham StreetRemove eastbound right-turn lane at Waltham StreetRemove
westbound right-turn lane at Edison WayExtend 4-Lane section between Grant Street & Woburn StreetTraffic signal installation at Woburn Street (Concept 2)
Includes:
TS
S
EC
LEGEND
PM
39.726.4
F
D
F
U
Existing -PM Peak Hour LOSBuild -AM Peak Hour LOSBuild -PM Peak Hour LOS
Unsignalized IntersectionSignalized IntersectionExisting -AM Peak Hour LOS
FFD
S
U
AA
AA
AM
65.535.9
EE
EF
Average Vehicle Delay
B
S
ExistingAlt
U
CFCC
U
F
U
EFE
BD
AF
F
U
FFF
D
B
BD
U
S
D
BEB
D
S
CCE
Heavy traffic volume during peak hoursGreat deal of mixing trafficTraffic operations under the 3-Lane Alternative woulddegrade significantly from Existing ConditionsImprovements are
possible with 4-Lane Configuration
Questions?
AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
LEXINGTON BOARD OF SELECTMEN MEETING
DATE:PRESENTER: ITEM NUMBER:
July 1, 2013 Rob Addelson, Comptroller I.6
SUBJECT:
FY2013 Year End Transfers
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The Finance Department, in consultation with other town departments, has reviewed the status of
all operating budget appropriations and has identified those departments that are in need of
transfers at year-end. There are three potential sources to finance year-end transfers:
3% Rule transfers enabled by MGL Chapter 44, Section 33B (this requires approval by
the Board of Selectmen and the Appropriations Committee)
Transfers from the Salary Adjustment Account (this requires action by the Board of
Selectmen only)
Transfers from the Appropriation Committee’s Reserve Fund (While this does not require
approval by the Selectmen, it has been the practice to seek the Board’s endorsement of
the transfers before being submitted to the Appropriations Committee)
Proposed transfers are shown on the attached table title Proposed FY2013 Year-End Transfers.
Forms requiring the signature of the Chair, upon Board approval are also attached.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
To provide supplemental funding to address potential year-end line item deficits.
RECOMMENDATION / SUGGESTED MOTION: To move to approve proposed transfers
as recommended.
STAFF FOLLOW-UP:
TMO and Finance
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$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $
$
--
Salary
Account Reserve Fund
Adjustment
$ -$ 188,265$ 17,588$ -$ -$ -$ 200$ 3,150$ -$
-$ 209,204$ 690,796
Financing Sources
--
(205,854)
$ 236,018$ 24,699$ -$ 4,593$ -$ -$ 6,315$
-$ 271,626$ 494,352$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $
$ $
$ (294,874)$ (61,059)$ (355,932)
(500,568)
1,091,534
Proposed FY2013 Year-End Tranfsers
ORIGINALYTDAVAILABLE
APPROPRIATIONEXPENDEDBUDGET
$ Retro/Buyback-$ Snow/Storm$ Snow/Storm$ COLA/Retro/Buyback-$ Premiums9,739$ COLA/Retro-$
June STM-$ June STM-$ COLA/Retro-$ Transfers from LR10,000$ 19,739$ 508,689$
938,778$ 1,447,466
Available Balance to offset Snow DeficitDPW PS106,608DPW Expenses43,470Total150,079Net Snow DeficitSnow Removal PS(188,265)Snow Removal Expenses(17,588)
Items in DeficitAmountRationale 3% TransferFire PS(236,018)DPW PS(188,265)DPW EXP(17,588)TMO PS(24,699)Property and Liability(9,739)Planning PS(4,593)Clerk PS(200)Clerk EXP(3,150)Finance
PS(6,315)Econ Dev Exp(10,000)
Remaining Balance852,084Snow DeficitSnow Removal PS213,815Snow Removal Exp877,719
Town of Lexington
3%
TO:Appropriation Committee & Board of Selectmen
SUBJECT:Request for Transfer between Departmental Line-Items
Request is hereby made for the following transfers between line-items as appropriated via vote of Annual Town Meeting in
accordance with M.G.L., Ch. 44, Section 33B
From To
Account Account NumberAmountAccount Account NumberAmount
Employee Benefits10094501 - 51905(9,800)$ Property and Liability 10092002 - 521989,800$
Insurance
Employee Benefits10094501 - 51905(10,000)$ Economic Dev Exp10018272 - 5215610,000$
Rationale
The tranfser to Property and Liability is to cover unexpected costs for insurance premiums in FY2013.
The transfer to Economic Development Expenses is to cover costs reclassified from the Liberty Ride Revolving fund.
Assistant Town Manager for Finance
Action of Board of Selectmen:
ApprovedDisapproved
Date
Chairman, Board of Selectman
Action of Appropriation Committee:
ApprovedDisapproved
Date
Chairman, Appropriation Committee
Town of Lexington
SA
TO:Board of Selectmen
SUBJECT:Request for Transfer from Salary Adjustment Account
Request is hereby made for the following transfer from the Salary Adjustment
Account as appropriated via vote of Annual Town Meeting:
$ 277,100
1. Amount requested:
2. To be transferred to:
Account Number
Account NameAmount
Fire Personal Services - Fire Suppression Reg Wages1002233151110240,000$
Town Manager Personal Services - Regular Wages100123015111012,000$
Human Resources Personal Services - Regular Wages100152115111014,000$
Finance Personal Services - Comptroller Regular Wages10013501511106,500$
Planning Personal Services - Regular Wages10017501511104,600$
Total$ 277,100
3. Present balance in Appropriation:765,978$
4. Explanation for purpose of transfer
To cover costs associated with contractual settlements and other contractual costs budgeted for in the Salary Adjustment
Account.
Assistant Town Manager for Finance
Action of Board of Selectman:
ApprovedDisapproved
Date
Transfer voted in the sum of:
Chairman, Board of Selectman
FY13 Year-End Transfers - rob's revisions 06 28 13
Town of Lexington
RF
TO:Town of Lexington Appropriation Committee
SUBJECT:Request for Transfer from the Reserve Fund
Request is hereby made for the following transfer from the Reserve Fund in
accordance with CH 40, Sec. 6 of the Massachusetts General Laws:
1Amount requested:
$210,350
2To be transferred to:
DPW - Snow Removal Personal Services1004215151110189,000$
DPW - Snow Removal Expenses100421525200018,000$
Town Clerk - Elections Personal Services100620151151200$
Town Clerk - Elections Expenses1006202521113,150$
Account NameAccount NumberAmount
3Present balance in Appropriation:$900,000
4Attach explanation for purpose and reasons why the expenditure is extraordinary
and/or unforseen.
The transfer to Snow Removal is to cover costs FY13 snow and ice costs in excess of
budget.
The transfer to the Town Clerk is to cover the costs of the June Special Town Meeting,
which had not been anticipated in the FY2013 budget.
Department Head
Action of Board of Selectman:
Date
RequestedNot-Requested
Chairman, Board of Selectman
Action of Appropriation Committee:
Date
ApprovedDisapproved
Transfer voted in the sum of:
Chairman, Appropriation Committee
FY13 Year-End Transfers - rob's revisions 06 28 13 (2)
AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
LEXINGTON BOARD OF SELECTMEN MEETING
DATE: 7/1/13 STAFF: Lynne Pease ITEM NUMBER: I.7
SUBJECT:
Approve Conservation Restrictions for 3 Stonewall Road and 26 Solomon Pierce Road
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
You are being asked to approve the attached two Conservation Restrictions which have been
approved by the Conservation Commission.
The Conservation Restrictions are attached and include a cover memo from Karen Mullins.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
RECOMMENDATION / SUGGESTED MOTION:
Motion to approve and sign a Conservation Restriction for 3 Stonewall Road.
Motion to approve and sign a Conservation Restriction for 26 Solomon Pierce Road.
STAFF FOLLOW-UP:
Selectmen’s Office
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AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
LEXINGTON BOARD OF SELECTMEN MEETING
DATE:PRESENTER: ITEM NUMBER:
July 1, 2013 Denise Y. Casey, Carl F. Valente I.8
SUBJECT:
Approve Collective Bargaining Agreement – AFSCME Local 1703, Public Safety
Dispatchers
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The Town and the Dispatchers Union have reached a three-year collective bargaining agreement
for the period of FY13-15. The Agreement provides for:
A 2% cost of living adjustment in each year of the agreement.
The association membership has voted to accept this contract settlement.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
This contract settlement is within the amount allocated in FY13 and FY14 operating budgets.
RECOMMENDATION / SUGGESTED MOTION:
Move to approve and authorize the Town Manager to sign the collective bargaining
agreement between the Town and AFSCME Local 1703, Public Safety Dispatchers for the
period of FY13-15.
STAFF FOLLOW-UP:
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AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
LEXINGTON BOARD OF SELECTMEN MEETING
DATE:PRESENTER: ITEM NUMBER:
July 1, 2013 Denise Y. Casey, Carl F. Valente I.9
SUBJECT:
Approve FY14 Cost of Living Adjustment for Non-Represented Employees
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
A 2% cost of living adjustment (COLA) for Fiscal Year 2014 is recommended for all non-
represented (non union) staff. This is consistent with the COLA agreed to with those unions who
have settled contracts for FY14.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
This cost of living adjustment for non-represented staff is within the amount allocated in FY14
operating budgets.
RECOMMENDATION / SUGGESTED MOTION:
Move to approve and authorize, as provided under Section 9(c) of the Selectmen/Town
Manager Act, a 2% cost of living adjustment for non-represented employees for Fiscal
Year 2014.
STAFF FOLLOW-UP:
TMO/Human Resources
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AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
LEXINGTON BOARD OF SELECTMEN MEETING
DATE: 7/1/13 STAFF: Lynne Pease ITEM NUMBER: I.10
SUBJECT:
Selectmen Committee:
a.Ad Hoc Cary Memorial Building Renovation Design Committee – appoint members and
Chair
b.Community Center Advisory Committee – revise charge for staff Vice Chair
c.Community Farming Committee – appoint Selectman as a Liaison
d.Town Celebrations Committee – appointment
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
Attached are the suggested members for the Ad Hoc Cary Memorial Building Renovation Design
Committee.
Attached is a revised charge for the Community Center Advisory Committee that includes a sentence for
the Town Manager to appoint a staff person as Vice Chair.
For the Community Farming Committee one of the Selectmen needs to be the Selectmen Liaison.
The Town Celebrations Committee asks that Barbara Manfriedi be appointed to the Committee as a full
member.
See attached information.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
RECOMMENDATION / SUGGESTED MOTION:
Motion to appoint __________________________ to the Ad Hoc Cary Memorial Building Renovation
Design Committee.
Motion to appoint _____________________ as Chair of the Ad Hoc Cary Memorial Building Renovation
Design Committee.
Motion to adopt the revised charge for the Community Center Advisory Committee.
Motion to appoint Barbara Manfriedi to the Town Celebrations Committee for a term to expire June 30,
2015.
STAFF FOLLOW-UP:
Selectmen’s Office
Ad hoc Cary Memorial Building Renovation Design Committee
Members: 9 Members
Appointed by: Board of Selectmen
Length of Term: Through Completion of Bid Documents
Appointments Made:
Meeting Times: One meeting per month, or as needed
Staff: Facilities Department
Liaisons:Appropriation Committee, Capital Expenditures Committee and Board of Selectmen
Description: To oversee the development of the Cary Memorial Building Renovation Design and Construction
Documents based on the previous recommendations of the Ad Hoc Cary Memorial Building Program Committee.
The work of the Cary Memorial Building Renovation Design Committee will include, but not be limited to:
1.Review the completed study for the Cary Memorial Building Renovation dated January 18, 2013.
2.Work with designer to provide feedback on the suitability of the design to achieve the identified
improvements from the January 18, 2013 report.
Criteria for Membership: To the extent feasible, the Committee shall consist of representatives from the
following organizations/users:
Lectures
Center Businesses
Performing Arts (including School Department)
Governmental Use (meetings and storage)
Town Meeting
Disabled Community
Historical Preservation/Integrity
Community/Resident
Public Access Broadcasting
The Chair shall be selected by the Board of Selectmen
Any and all recommendations of the Committee, including funding recommendations, shall be made only to the
Board of Selectmen unless the Selectmen direct otherwise. The Board of Selectmen may choose whether to
further these recommendations, including presenting the request to Town Meeting, based on the Board’s
determination of what is in the best interest of the community
Prior to serving as a member of this Committee, appointees are required to:
1.Acknowledge receipt of the Summary of the Conflict of Interest Statute. Further, to continue to serve on
the Committee the member must acknowledge annually receipt of the Summary of the Conflict of Interest
Statute. Said summary will be provided by and acknowledged to the Town Clerk.
2.Provide evidence to the Town Clerk that the appointee has completed the on-line training requirement
required by the Conflict of Interest statute. Further, to continue to serve on the Committee, the member
must acknowledge every two years completion of the on-line training requirement.
Ref: Adopted by the Board of Selectmen on June 3, 2013.
Board of Selectmen voted to designate members as Special Municipal Employees on June 3, 2013.
AD HOC COMMUNITY CENTER ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Members: 7
Appointed by: Board of Selectmen
Length of term: The Committee tasks should be completed in 3 or fewer years
Staff: Public Facilities
Liaisons: Selectmen, Departments (Recreation, Human Services, Cary Library, Town Manager, Police,
Fire, Public Facilities, Public Works, School); Committees (Permanent Building, Appropriations,
Capital Expenditures)
Description: To provide recommendations to the Board of Selectmen of how to best serve the intellectual, physical,
cultural and social needs of our diverse community by identifying services to be delivered in the Community Center, to
be located at 33 Marrett Road and as voted at the March 18, 2013 Special Town Meeting. Consideration must be given to
the timing and sequencing of providing these services, along with the implications for staffing. Proposals to upgrade the
facility should be made in a manner which is sensitive to the historic nature of the site and to maintain the Town’s
relationship with the immediate abutter(s).
Recommendations for buildings upgrades and/or renovations to accommodate such services may be referred at a future
time to the Permanent Building Committee.
Recommendations by the Committee may be organized by:
Programmatic components;
Organizational and staffing needs;
Impact on other municipal departments; and
Facility and space needs driven by the programs,
Interim recommendations to the Board of Selectmen that will allow the initial operation of the Community Center and
relocation of appropriate Town departments, shall be provided. The Committee will have completed its charge when the
Community Center is fully operational as defined by the Board of Selectmen.
Any and all recommendations of the Committee, including funding recommendations for facility upgrades or in support of
the Committee’s work, shall be made only to the Board of Selectmen unless the Selectmen direct otherwise. The Board of
Selectmen may choose whether to further these recommendations, including presenting the request to Town Meeting,
based on the Board’s determination of what is in the best interests of the community.
Criteria for Membership: The Committee shall consist of citizens with sufficient background to understand the delivery
of human services, recreation services and continuing education. Further, they should have sufficient understanding of
facility and operational management and its impact on delivering said services. The Chair shall be selected by the Board
of Selectmen and the Town Manager will select a staff member to serve as Vice Chair.
Prior to serving as a member of this Committee, appointees are required to:
1.Acknowledge receipt of the Summary of the Conflict of Interest Statute. Further, to continue to serve on the
Committee the member must acknowledge annually receipt of the summary of the Conflict of Interest Statute.
Said summary will be provided by and acknowledged by the Town Clerk.
2.Provide evidence to the Town Clerk that the appointee has completed the on-line training requirement
required by the Conflict of Interest Statute. Further, to continue to serve on the Committee, the member must
acknowledge every two years completion of the on-line training requirement.
Ref: Charge adopted by the Board of Selectmen on April 22, 2013.
Board of Selectmen voted to designate members as Special Municipal Employees on April 22, 2013.
Selectmen revised the charge to include a Selectmen liaison on June 3, 2013.
Selectmen revised the charge to include appointment of a Vice Chair on July 1, 2013.
6/27/2013
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(h) 781-860-9534cell 781-354-2996(h) 781-862-7309cell 781-254-9850(h) 781-862-0808(h) 781-861-6149cell 781-799-6002(h) 781-862-3580(h) 781-863-8035cell 781-910-8035(h) 781-862-0925cell
781-325-6658(h) 781-861-3858(h) 781-862-3058
Lexington, MA 02421Lexington, MA 02421Lexington, MA 02420Lexington, MA 02421Lexington, MA 02421Lexington, MA 02420Lexington, MA 02420Lexington, MA 02420Lexington, MA 02420Lexington,
MA 02421Lexington, MA 02420Lexington, MA 02421Lexington, MA 02420Lexington, MA 02420Lexington, MA 02421Lexington, MA 02420Lexington, MA 02420Lexington, MA 02420
liaison32 Slocum Road6/2013(w) 617-726-6039member9 Cutler Farm Road6/2013staff211 Bedford Street6/2013(w) 781-274-8980member24 Hastings Road6/2013member50 Shade Street6/2013(w) 978-562-2989liaison211
Bedford Street6/2013(w) 781-274-8355member46 Burlington Street6/2013staff211 Bedford Street6/2013(w) 781-274-8958(f) 781-863-5829liaison66 Hancock Street6/2013(w) 617-452-2402member354
Waltham Street6/2013member9 Brent Road6/2013liaison4 Philbrook Terrace6/2013liaison1575 Mass. Avenue6/2013(w) 781-862-1212liaison211 Bedford Street6/2013(w) 781-274-8960liaison186 Spring
Street6/2013liaison1475 Mass. Avenue6/2013(w) 781-860-7087liaison1625 Mass. Avenue6/2013(w) 781-862-0500x263liaison1874 Mass. Avenue6/2013(w) 781-862-1685x312
Selectmen7 members, complete tasks in 3 years or fewer
School Dept.FacilitiesChairPublic WorksFacilitiesPBCCECPolicePublic FacilitiesAppropr. ComHuman ServicesRecreationLibrary
Appointed By:Member/Terms:
Community Center Advisory Committee NameRepresenting/TitleAddressService DatesTelephone Nos.Fax
Alessandro AlessandriniMary Ellen AlessandroMark BarrettElizabeth BorghesaniMichelle L. CiccoloChris FiladoroHarry ForsdickPatrick GoddardJonathan A. HimmelLaura HussongFlorence KoplowBeth
MastermanJohn MazaerallShawn NewellGlenn ParkerCharlotte RodgersKaren SimmonsKoren Stembridge
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lvine@lexingtonma.gov*jwilson@lexingtonma.gov*leslie.zales@gmail.com*
(fh) 781-652-0031cell 617-413-6617
(h) 781-652-8669
Lexington, MA 02420Lexington, MA 02420Lexington, MA 02420
liaison1625 Mass. Avenue6/2013(w) 781-862-0500x243liaison45 Bedford Street6/2013(w) 781-862-0271x113member7 Page Road6/2013
Selectmen7 members, complete tasks in 3 years or fewer
Town ManagerFire
Appointed By:Member/Terms:
Linda VineJohn WilsonLeslie Zales
COMMUNITY FARMING COMMITTEE
Members: 5
Appointed by: Board of Selectmen
Length of term: 3 years, staggered
Meeting times: As necessary
Appointments made: September 30
Staff: Selectmen’s Office
Liaisons: Town Manager, Selectmen
The Community Farming Committee (the ‘Committee’) will monitor the operations of any entity operating a
community farm on Town-owned land. The Committee shall make regular reports to the Board of Selectmen
that include an evaluation of the operator(s):
Operational/site plan;
Educational programming;
Financial condition;
Environmental practices;
Compliance in meeting contract requirements; and
Public benefits of community farming activities
Description: The Committee shall make recommendations to the Board of Selectmen about any changes to
be made to any aspect of community farming that could further benefit the community. These community
farming activities do not include the community gardens that are located on Town-owned land under the
jurisdiction of the Conservation Commission.
Members of the Committee may also serve as members of the Evaluation Committee designated by the Town
Manager to recommend, in response to a Request for Proposals, an organization to operate community
farming activities on Town-owned land.
Any and all recommendations of the Committee, including funding recommendations for facility upgrades or
in support of the committee’s work, shall be made only to the Board of Selectmen unless the Selectmen direct
otherwise. The Board of Selectmen may choose whether to further these recommendations, including
presenting the request to Town Meeting, based on the Board’s determination of what is in the best interests of
the community.
Criteria for membership: The Committee shall consist of citizens with sufficient background to
understand the financial and operational activities of a community farm, as well as an understanding of the
benefits of community farming. The Chair shall be selected by the Board of Selectmen.
Prior to serving as a member of this Committee, appointees are required to:
1.Acknowledge receipt of the Summary of the Conflict of Interest Statute. Further, to continue to
serve on the Committee the member must acknowledge annually receipt of the summary of the
Conflict of Interest Statute. Said summary will be provided by and acknowledged by the Town
Clerk.
2.Provide evidence to the Town Clerk that the appointee has completed the on-line training
requirement required by the Conflict of Interest Statute. Further, to continue to serve on the
Committee, the member must acknowledge every two years completion of the on-line training
requirement.
Ref: The Board of Selectmen adopted the charge for the Community Farming Committee and designated
members as Special Municipal Employees on June 3, 2013.
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E-mail
mbliss@rcn.commciccololex@gmail.com*ttolivier@aol.com(h) bigwrig@aol.comrszelin@gmail.com
cell 508-878-7360
cell 781-307-7330(f) 781-674-9474cell 617-510-0779
(h) 508-878-7360
(h) 781-862-0808(h) 781-862-2974(h)781-862-4576(h) 781-862-7618
Lexington, MA 02420Lexington, MA 0242013 Barberry Road6/20139/2015Lexington, MA 02421Lexington, MA 02421Lexington, MA 02420Lexington, MA 02420Lexington, MA 02420
50 Shade Street6/20139/2014855 Emerson Gardens Road6/20139/2015(w) 617-918-1737205 Grove Street6/20139/2016(w) 781-861-909721 Hathaway Road6/20139/2016
ing Committee
Liaison1625 Mass. AvenueLiaison1625 Mass. Avenue
Selectmen5 members, 3 year staggered term, September 30
SelectmenTown Manager
Appointed By:Member/Terms:
Community Farm NameRepresenting/TitleAddressService DatesTelephone Nos.Fax
Michael D. BlissMichelle L. CiccoloThomas T. OlivierAlan WrigleyRalph S. Zelinsky
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Lynne Pease
From:Suzie Barry \[msmt4barry@verizon.net\]
Sent:Thursday, June 13, 2013 10:51 AM
To:Lynne Pease
Subject:TCC Appointment
Hi Lynne-
Please move Barbara Manfriedi from TCC Sub Committee to TCC Regular Committee. If there isn't an open spot, she can fill
out JoAnne Granger's term.
I will have more later but probably not till July.
Thanks,
Suzie
6/13/2013
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E-mail
msmt4barry@verizon.netcrogan1@verizon.netlindadixon70@verizon.netmacduff106@rcn.competercjkelley@gmail.com(w) LucentSN@lifetech.com(h) LucenteSondra@aol.comhmurphy@rcn.comwpodgorski@rcn.comchplmm@ver
izon.net(h) bobtracey33@att.net
cell 617-448-8686
(w)781-275-7951cell 781-760-4560cell 617-680-4932(f) 781-860-9770
(h) 781-862-5853(h) 781-861-7329(h) 781-862-8146
(h) 781-860-9459(h) 781-862-9166(h) 781-861-1546(h) 781-861-8395cell 781-799-8614(h) 781-862-2193(h) 781-862-0386cell 617-510-4643(h) 781-862-7835cell 781-454-5399(h) 781-674-2604cell
781-879-3964
9/2012
Lexington, MA 02420Arlington, MA24 Garfield Street9/20106/2015Lexington, MA 02421Lexington, MA 02420Lexington, MA 02421Lexington, MA 02421Lexington, MA 02421Lexington, MA 0242014 Sherburne
Road6/20016/2013Lexington, MA 02421Lexington, MA 02421Lexington, MA 02420Lexington, MA 02421
4 Fairland Street6/20016/201371 Farmcrest Avenue19916/2014(w) 781-446-28294 Lois Lane1/20136/30/2014(w) 862-123552 North Street6/20016/2013
Chair159 Burlington Street19956/2015Honorary1999Co-Secretary70 Fifer Lane9/20109/2013Liaison24 Forest Street6/2009(cell) 617-699-3993Co-Secretary22 Fairland Street6/20036/2015Vice Chair72
Valley Field Road19966/2014
Selectmen11 Members, 3 Year Term, June 30,
Selectmen
Appointed By:Member/Terms:
Town Celebrations Committee NameRepresenting/TitleAddressService DatesTelephone Nos.Fax
(2) vacancySuzanne E. BarryJean CoatesRichard CroganLinda J. DixonMary E. GillespiePeter C.J. KelleySondra LucenteJulie MillerHenry C. MurphySandra V. PodgorskiCharles H. Price, Jr.Robert
J. Tracey
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E-mail
(h) p2048j@juno.comBarbara_Manfredi@Wellesley.K12.ma.usManfredibe@gmail.comALF195068@yahoo.com(w) wmix@lexlogistics.comdbkctaylor1@verizon.net
cell 617-460-4544(f) 781-861-0010cell 781-696-1102(f) 781-862-2766
(h) 781-275-1434cell 781-316-7681
(h) 781-861-0352(h) 781-275-0774(h) 781-862-4120
Bedford, MA 01730Lexington, MA 02421Bedford, MA 01730Lexington, MA 02420Lexington, MA 02421
20 Summer Street2/20016/201328 Taft Avenue1/20136/30/2013(w) 781-446-627584 Page Road11/20106/2013153 Grove Street10/20026/2013(w) 781-541-5055x37 Kimball Road8/20106/2013cell 781-640-2068
Selectmenup to 15 Members, 1 Year Term, June 30
Appointed By:Member/Terms:
Town Celebrations Subcommittee NameRepresenting/TitleAddressService DatesTelephone Nos.Fax
(up to 10 vacancies)Paul W. JenkinsBarbara ManfrediWayne H. MillerWilliam F. MixDavid Taylor
AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
LEXINGTON BOARD OF SELECTMEN MEETING
DATE: 7/1/13 STAFF: Lynne Pease ITEM NUMBER: C.2-5
SUBJECT:
Consent Agenda
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
2.Approve the minutes of May 20, 2013, May 30, 2013, June 3, 2013, June 10, 2013 and
June 13, 2013.
3.Approve the executive session minutes of May 20, 2013, May 30, 2013, June 3, 2013 and
June 10, 2013
4.Approve Honey Dew Donuts Proclamation
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5.I have received a few requests for bench locations, including the 300 Committee, near
the TOB complex. Public Works has identified 2 locations in front of Cary Memorial
Building and 1 location in front of the Police Station, all of them along Mass. Avenue
that they think are appropriate places to install benches. Each location would provide
space for 2 benches, for a total of 6. I ask that you approve these locations.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
RECOMMENDATION / SUGGESTED MOTION:
Motion to approve the Consent Agenda.
STAFF FOLLOW-UP:
Selectmen’s Office
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Selectmen’s Meeting
May 20, 2013
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Monday, May 20, 2013, at 7:00 p.m.
in the Selectmen Meeting Room of the Town Office Building. Chairman Mauger, Mr. Kelley,
Mr. Cohen, Mr. Manz and Mr. Pato; Ms. Vine, Deputy Town Manager; and Ms. Pease,
Executive Clerk, were present.
Public Comment
Ms. Sullivan, Thoreau Road, explained that when the High School students visited Antony,
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France, this year (the 26
year students have visited Antony) the City Hall presented to the
students three books for Lexington to be kept at the Cary Library: 1) Antony – cinq siecles de
rues et de lieux-dits by Yvonne Firino (a history book about Antony’s origins to present day); 2)
Antony Des origins a nos jours by Anne Fontaine (the history of Antony through its street
names); and Hauts-De-Seine Berceau De L’Automobile by Jean Fondin (about the cradle of
automobile manufacturing in France). Each of the books has a book plate that says: “Gift to the
Town of Lexington from the Ville d’Antony, France, February 15, 2013, on the occasion of the
farewell dinner at Lycee Descartes honoring exchange students from Lexington High School.”
Ms. McKenna, Tourism Committee Chair, thanked Ms. Sullivan for spearheading the
relationship between the schools and Antony, France.
The Selectmen will send a letter of thanks for the wonderful books.
Ms. McKenna, Tourism Committee Chair, reminded the Board that the Mayor of Antony and
fourteen other Antony residents will be in Lexington for the Memorial Day weekend and hope
the Selectmen will be able to meet and greet them. They will be at Discovery Day on Saturday,
May 25, from 1-3 p.m. On Sunday, May 26, there will be a groundbreaking ceremony and
picnic at Antony Park in Tower Park beginning at 12:30 p.m. On Monday, May 27, they will
participate in the annual Memorial Day parade.
Mr. Karnofsky, Bertwell Road, raised a concern about the Community Farm RFP that he feels
will affect all potential applicants that want to operate a farm. The RFP was revised to remove
the language requiring the lessee to remove existing structures and the security deposit amount
was reduced to $30,000. He is concerned that bidders will not be able to meet the required
security deposit amount and suggested that it be removed since the requirement to remove
existing buildings has been taken out of the RFP.
The Selectmen took the information under advisement and will get back to Mr. Karnofsky for
follow-up.
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Selectmen Concerns and Liaison Reports
Ms. Mauger showed a picture of Mr. Ladd, the Head Coach for the Boys Outdoor Track Team
and the 55 team members. They did a Community Service Project on Whipple Hill this past
weekend in support of the Conservation Stewards, who are working on a comprehensive trail
improvement project to be carried out over the next two years. The Track Team carried tons of
lumber to five different areas on Whipple Hill that the Stewards will use to build hundreds of
feet of bridges and boardwalks. The Conservation Stewards were extremely grateful for the hard
work of the Track Team and their Coach. The lumber was purchased with a grant from the
department of conservation and recreation.
Town Manager Report
Ms. Tintocalis, Economic Development Director, announced the great news that Lexington
received a grant from MassDOT that will provide funding for a shuttle service on Hartwell
Avenue.
Ms. Vine provided copies of a bill filed by Senator Ken Donnelly that would increase the base
percentage of school building assistance for regional vocational school districts that have high
out-of-district enrollments by 10 percent, subject to the existing overall maximum
reimbursement percentage limit. The Selectmen were urged to contact their representatives to
support it. The Selectmen will also discuss at their next meeting on June 3.
Liquor Hearing – New Wine and Malt License – The Upper Crust
The Upper Crust submitted all the necessary paperwork and requested a new wine and malt
liquor license.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to approve the application for a new
liquor license and to issue a Common Victualler Wine and Malt Beverages Liquor License to UC
Lexington, LLC, The Upper Crust, 41 Waltham Street.
Recognition of Retiring DPW Employees
Mr. Hadley introduced and thanked seven DPW employees who recently retired, whose
combined years of services is over 287.
Chuck Corssino November 3, 1969 to November 3, 2009
Eric Huoppi April 26, 1971 to May 10, 2013
Ron Russo October 15, 1973 to January 3, 2012
Billy Shaw April 1, 1974 to October 17, 2012
Chuck Toomey August 5, 1968 to January 3, 2012
Chuck Walton November 25, 1968 to April 19, 2013
Tommy White January 31, 1972 to July 1, 2011
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Ms. McKenna stated that DPW workers are always first and last at all scenes and residents
should be very grateful.
Mr. Kelley thanked the workers for the many years of experience and commitment to Lexington.
Mr. Mauger also thanked the wives and families for their sacrifices over the years because of the
many emergencies and events.
Each of the retiring DPW workers received a gift from the Selectmen and a group picture was
taken.
Sidewalk Committee Recommendation on Winthrop Street Sidewalk
Ms. Crocker, Chair of the Sidewalk Committee, stated that on May 29, 2013 in the interest of
pedestrian safety and being identified as a major point of connectivity for local neighborhoods
with schools and the center area, the Sidewalk Committee unanimously voted to recommend to
Selectmen that the Winthrop Road sidewalk be completed from Highland Avenue to Waltham
Street.
The public hearing will be held Thursday, May 30, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. in the Selectmen Meeting
Room.
UniQure Presentation
Ms. Tintocalis, Economic Development Director, introduced UniQure, a bio-tech company based
on the Netherlands, which is proposing an expansion into the United States and is looking at two
sites along Hartwell Avenue. The company’s focus is on gene therapy. Their expansion
proposal includes approximately 50,000 square feet of research, development and clinical
manufacturing space. They want to explore what type of public-private partnership is possible
with the Town and State to facilitate their proposed expansion.
Mr. Abair, MassBio, congratulated Lexington on focusing on life sciences as part of its
economic development plan and for participating in the Bio convention last year. He wanted to
introduce Steve Gorgol from UniQure and is looking forward to the future growth of small mid-
sized companies that will bring new technologies to the marketplace, of which UniQure is one of
those companies. He also offererd MassBio support for UniQure and Lexington.
Mr. Gorgol presented a slideshow on what UniQure is working on, the benefits and who can
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benefit from Glybera, the 1 gene therapy to be approved. Glybera reduces the risk of
pancreatitis, reduces hospitalization/intensive care time, has long-term effects and will help to
reduce overall burden on health care. UniQure plans to create 75 to 100 jobs when construction
is completed.
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Discuss Proposed Center Parking Study
Mr. Michelson, Center Committee, and Ms. Tintocalis, Economic Development Director,
updated the Board on the Parking Management Group’s (a subcommittee of the Center
Committee) policy document that identifies the critical parking issues in the Center and outlines
actions to improve the parking conditions. The Group requested feedback from the Selectmen
on what the parking challenges are in the Center and discuss next steps.
The parking problems consist of: employees compete with customers for parking, payment
methods are outdated, current pricing does not reflect value, difficult and confusing to find
parking lots and people avoid the center if they cannot easily find parking. The suggested
solutions are to: create a mix of payment options and availability to encourage visitors; move
long-term parking users from high-demand areas; facilitate long-term parking in the periphery of
the center; increase parking capacity and circulation in lots and nearby streets and improve
signage, parking information and incentives for alternative modes of transportation. The Group
wants to manage the existing parking spaces we have; it does not include any additional parking
spaces.
The Selectmen all agreed with the existing parking problems. Mr. Cohen believes a major
concern is parking by employees in the center.
Next steps include posting the presented Parking document on the Town’s webpage, preparing
an RFP to send out to bid, keep updating parking data, workshops and public outreach sessions
planned after the summer. The Parking Management Group will return to the Selectmen in 8-12
months with suggested changes.
Mr. Kelley asked whether there is parking meter revenue available to help with this parking
program, if there will be costs associated with suggested parking changes and whether the Board
can get a sense of the revenue collected in the center zone and how it relates to the center
maintaining parking operation and funding some of the suggested changes.
Mr. Kanter, Precinct 7 Town Meeting Member, asked what the timeline is for the RFP and the
consultant’s work to update and is funding available to accommodate that timeline.
Ms. Tintocalis hopes to finalize the RFP and get it out to bid within the next three weeks. Funds
are available from the previous parking study to bring the recommendations to reality.
Ms. McKenna, Tourism Committee, is pleased that the RFP will include the area of the Battle
Green all the way to Woburn Street, so that it will include the visitor impact. Her data shows that
at least 100,000 come through the Visitor Center each year. Using that number, 85 percent of
people come by private auto (assume 2 per car or 40,000 cars) each year just related to visitor
services. She emphasized the need for the people counter to get a better idea of the magnitude of
visitors.
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Approve Center Parking Signage
Ms. Tintocalis, Economic Development Officer; Mr. Michelson, Center Committee; and Ms.
McKenna, Tourism Committee, presented the proposed parking signs that will improve their
visibility. The Center Committee and Tourism Committee worked with Parking Management
Group to come up with a compromise on the proposed parking signs. The HDC has approved
the proposed design and locations. The proposed parking signs are a white “P” inside a blue
circle with the traditional oxblood colored background in the current shape. They presented a
map of the eleven proposed locations.
Some of the Selectmen thought the signs could be larger. The Center Committee and Tourism
Committee will monitor feedback on the new proposed signs.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to approve the new public parking signs
to be installed in 11 locations, as presented.
Sign Warrant for Special State Election on June 25, 2013
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to sign the June 25, 2013 Special State
Election Warrant.
Discuss Anaerobic Digestion Community Meetings
Before the Anaerobic Digestion RFP is distributed it is suggested that the Selectmen hold some
community meetings. The suggested dates for the first two meetings will be June 13 at 7:00 p.m.
in Battin Hall and June 20 at 9:30 a.m. at the Library. Other meetings will be scheduled,
including for the property owners in the Hartwell Avenue area. The meetings will include a
presentation and opportunity for questions.
Liquor License – Change of Manager for Omni Crushed Grapes
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to approve the application for a change
of manager and issue an all alcoholic Retail Package Goods Liquor License to J&T Enterprises
of Massachusetts, Inc., d/b/a Omni Crushed Grapes & More, 411 Waltham Street.
Approve and Sign Eagle Letter Congratulating Brady Gambone
Mr. Manz explained with pleasure how involved scouts are in the community, including helping
move books for the Cary Library Book Sale. Mr. Gambone’s Eagle Project involved the
deconstruction and building of two bridges and walkways in the Paint Mine Conservation Area.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to send a letter of commendation to
Brady Gambone congratulating him on attaining the highest rank of Eagle in Boy Scouting.
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Selectmen’s Meeting – May 20, 2013
Off-Peak Senior Fares Pilot Extension
Ms. Rebecchi, Transportation Services Coordinator, explained that the Off-Peak Senior Fares
Pilot that started January 1, 2013 to try to increase Lexpress ridership during off-peak hours and
provide seniors, riders with special needs and Medicare cardholders free rides between the hours
of 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. has received positive response from the community. It is
recommended that the pilot program be extended through June 30, 2014. This pilot program has
the full support of the Transportation Advisory Committee and the Council on Aging Board.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was 5-0 to approve extending the Off-Peak Senior
Fares Pilot Program through June 30, 2014.
Community Farming Committee
The Selectmen were not prepared to approve the charge or appoint members to the Community
Farming Committee, so the item was deferred to the next Selectmen’s meeting.
Mr. Kanter, Precinct 7 Town Meeting Member, recommends that the charge for the Community
Farming Committee include language making it clear that there will be no financial help from
the Town.
Ms. Mauger asked the Selectmen if they wanted to revise the charge. She wants to be consistent.
Since the language regarding financial help from the Town was included in the Community
Center Advisory Committee charge it should also be in the Community Farming Committee. All
of the other Selectmen did not want to make any revisions to the charge and felt the requested
language was not needed.
Council for the Arts – Appointments
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to appoint Cristina Burwell to the
Council for the Arts to fill the unexpired term of Edwin Huberdeau until September 30, 2015.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to appoint Lynne Klemmer to the
Council for the Arts for a term to expire September 30, 2014.
Economic Development Advisory Committee (EDAC) – Charge Revisions
The proposed changes to the charge include increasing the membership from 9 to 11, adding a
paragraph under the description regarding recommendations of the EDAC, and adding a non-
voting liaison from the Center Committee.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to approve the proposed changes to the
Economic Development Advisory Committee charge.
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Selectmen’s Meeting – May 20, 2013
Town Celebrations Committee – Resignation
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to accept the resignation of Jo-Anne
Granger from the Town Celebrations Committee, effective immediately.
Water and Sewer Abatement Board – Resignation
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to accept the resignation of Maria
Constantinides from the Water and Sewer Abatement Board, effective immediately.
Consent
New Employment Agreement for Rob Addelson
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to reappoint and approve a new
Employment Agreement for Rob Addelson as Assistant Town Manager for Finance and as Town
Comptroller for a term to expire March 6, 2016.
Town Celebrations Committee – Memorial Day Ceremonies Approval
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to approve the request of the Town
Celebrations Committee for the Memorial Day Parade and Ceremonies on May 27, 2013, as
outlined in the letter dated May 15, 2013.
Executive Session
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 by roll call to go into executive session
as authorized under c. 59, ss. 5 and 60 to discuss potential tax exemption (Exemption 7) and to
discuss the value of real property (Exemption 6) regarding a potential TIF agreement for
UniQure. Further, the Chairman declared that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on
the negotiating position of the Town. And further, to reconvene in open session to discuss a
scheduling of a Special Town Meeting.
Open, Close, Set Date and Sign an Warrant for a Special Town Meeting on June 17, 2013
The Selectmen discussed the proposed articles for the June 17 Special Town Meeting. The
proposed articles are:
1.Article 2 - Approve TIF Agreement(s),
2.Article 3 - Technical Correction to Article 2 of the March 18, 2013 Special Town
Meeting – Land Purchase Off Marrett Road
3.Article 4 - Medical Marijuana Treatment Centers
Article 4 requests a temporary moratorium which would give the Town time to develop
regulations for locating Medical Marijuana Treatment Centers in Lexington.
Selectmen’s Meeting – May 20, 2013
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Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to set the date for a Special Town
Meeting for June 17, 2013.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to open and close the warrant for the 2013
Special Town Meeting scheduled for June 17, 2013.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to sign the warrant for the June 17, 2013
Special Town Meeting.
Documents Presented
1.Email from Ken Karnofsky dated May 19, 2013 regarding Concern about Community Farm
RFP.
2.Email from Carl Valente dated May 18, 2013 regarding Minuteman Budget Amendment.
3.Email regarding a Senate Bill Budget Amendment, dated May 18, 2013.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 9:45 p.m.
A true record; Attest:
Lynne A. Pease
Executive Clerk
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Selectmen’s Meeting
May 30, 2013
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Thursday, May 30, 2013, at 7:00 p.m.
in the Selectmen Meeting Room of the Town Office Building. Chairman Mauger, Mr. Kelley,
Mr. Cohen (arrived at 7:15 p.m.), Mr. Manz and Mr. Pato; Mr. Valente (arrived at 7:25 p.m.),
Town Manager; and Ms. Chabot, Assistant to the Executive Clerk, were present.
Winthrop Road Sidewalk Public Hearing
Ms. Mauger explained that prior to the hearing notices were sent out to abutters, and prior to the
notice the Selectmen received phone calls, emails, and had face to face meetings with residents
who wanted to share comments or concerns. At the hearing each person will have up to 3
minutes to speak. If anyone still feels they have not been heard they are free to email the
Selectmen after the hearing. The purpose of the hearing is for the Board to hear comments. The
Selectmen will not deliberate tonight and make a decision.
Residents who came to speak in opposition of installing a sidewalk along Winthrop Road were
Marion and Dan Krupka, 40 Winthrop Rd.; Vera Seidl, 39 Winthrop Rd.; Catherine Bauer, 44
Winthrop Rd.; Steve Perry and Lois Zizzi, 28 Winthrop Rd.; Ricky Hardy, a future abutter who
gave the address 37 Winthrop Rd., Alex Bonner, 37 Winthrop Road, and Masazumi Nagai, 42
Winthrop Rd. Ms. Mauger read the statements of Chin-o Chang, 48 Winthrop Rd. and Barry &
Jane Fanburg, 20 Sherborne Rd. Comments by those in opposition to the sidewalk included that
it was not proven to be necessary; there were no incidents or accidents in the past 10 years; it
was a poor use of taxpayer funds; neighbors were not notified or given the opportunity to express
concerns when the sidewalk was first proposed; of those directly affected 8 are in favor, 11 are
opposed and 3 are neutral; current sidewalks in the Town have fallen in to disrepair and
maintenance is expensive. The group suggested implementing traffic calming measures instead
of installing a sidewalk.
Residents who came to speak in favor of the proposed sidewalk on Winthrop Road were
Edward Dziadzio, 36 Highland Ave.; Laura Mark, 38 Winthrop Rd.; Shalini Srivastava, 50
Winthrop Rd.; Aaron Cooper, 31 Winthrop Rd.; Alyse Rubenstein, 6 Highland Ave.;
Russ Tanner, 35 Highland Ave.; Savanna Dziadzio, 36 Highland Ave.; Paul Skerker, 52
Winthrop Rd.; Mariana Tanner, 35 Highland Ave.; Jason Ross, 38 Winthrop Rd.; Allison and
Laura Kerper, 6 Winthop Rd.; Lauren Aguirre, 17 Winthop Rd.; Jane Borjas, 16 Winthrop Rd.;
Ann Groves, 18 Winthrop Rd.; Trish Green, 7 Winthrop Rd.; Ronni Skerker, 52 Winthrop Rd.;
Alan Simpson, 2 Highland Ave.; and Pamela Cohen, 12 John Poulter Rd. Comments by those in
favor of the sidewalk included that the road was not safe for walking for students and others;
there was an accident 12-13 years ago and others have experienced close calls; it is better to
prevent an accident than to wait for something to happen; cars can not see walkers especially
along the curve at Winthrop Road and Highland Avenue; a majority of people in the
neighborhood are in favor of the sidewalk; four attempts were made to contact every resident on
the street to sign the petition to install a sidewalk and self addressed stamped envelopes along
with a copy of the petition were left at homes by the organizers Laura Kerper, Trish Green and
Lauren Aguirre; the sidewalk would be installed on Town owned land.
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Ms. Mauger thanked all who attended the hearing and gave comments. She let the group know
that the proposed Winthrop Road sidewalk would be on the Selectmen’s meeting agenda for
Monday June 3, 2013 for deliberation. Ms. Mauger closed the public hearing at 8:16 p.m. The
Selectmen were in recess until 9:20 p.m.
Executive Session
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted by roll call 5-0 to go into executive session
as authorized under c. 59, ss. 5 and 60 to discuss potential tax exemption (Exemption 7) and to
discuss the value of real property (Exemption 6) regarding a potential TIF agreement for
UniQure. The Chairman declared that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the
negotiating position of the Town. The Selectmen will reconvene in open session to discuss the
June 17, 2013 Special Town Meeting and warrant.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 by roll call to return to open session at
11:02 p.m.
After a brief recess the Selectmen returned to open session at 11:10 p.m.
Discussion of the June 17, 2013 Special Town Meeting and Warrant
Ms. Mauger reported that there will be a Special Town Meeting on June 17, 2013 and the
Warrant has been sent out to all households. The Selectmen will discuss article positions at their
next meeting on June 3, 2013.
Documents Presented
1. Winthrop Road Sidewalk Proposal – Opponents Position - May 30, 2013
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to adjourn at 11:11 p.m.
A true record; Attest:
Diana B. Chabot
Assistant to the Executive Clerk
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June 3, 2013
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Monday, June 3, 2013, at 7:00 p.m. in
the Selectmen Meeting Room of the Town Office Building. Chairman Mauger, Mr. Kelley, Mr.
Cohen, Mr. Manz and Mr. Pato; Mr. Valente, Town Manager; and Ms. Pease, Executive Clerk,
were present.
Selectmen Concerns and Liaison Reports
Mr. Manz reported that the Food Truck Event was well attended and all the restaurants
downtown were full.
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Mr. Manz and Mr. Kelley attended the 300 Volunteer Event on June 2. They want to thank all
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the volunteers who worked so hard planning all the 300 events.
Mr. Kelley thanked Sam Doran, Historian, and Ryan Lennan, Veterans Agent, for their research
and work to get the necessary approvals from the government to get markers made for the graves
of five Lexington residents who served in the Civil War. They also found and contacted living
relatives.
Mr. Cohen took part in many of the Antony Sister City events over the weekend. He thanked the
Antony Sister City Group and the Tourism Committee for all their work on all the wonderful
events.
Ms. Mauger reported that a group of eight volunteers from First Parish Church spent last
Saturday helping rehabilitate the old apple orchard at Cotton Farm. They removed grass and
excess soil from the base of many of the trees and they took out brush that blocked passage
between trees. On Sunday Eagle Scout candidate Michael Amirault and his crew installed an
informational kiosk next to the parking area at Cotton Farm. All this activity is part of an
ongoing effort by volunteers to make the Cotton Farm/Upper Vinebrook Conservation Area
more attractive to visitors.
Ms. Mauger also reported that at Discovery Day on Saturday, several volunteers ran a booth to
educate Lexington residents about the Town’s three watersheds: Shawsheen River, Charles
River and Mystic River. Working closely with Emily Shadler, Conservation, and David Pavlik,
Engineering, the volunteers set up a booth with three stations:1) large map of the Town’s
watersheds and where resident’s stormwater goes; 2) an aquarium with tadpoles, fish and snails
from the Old Res and DPW’s stormwater runoff model; and 3) information material. They
estimate that over 150 residents came to the booth to learn about their watersheds and the impact
on local water quality.
Town Manager Report
Mr. Valente reported on 3 items:
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1.The Health Department will sponsor a medical waste collection on Wednesday, June
5 from 5-7 p.m. in the parking lot behind the Town Office Building.
2.Congratulations to Mr. Beaudoin, Superintendent of Environmental Services, who
was awarded the Massachusetts Environmental Health Association – Innovation
Award for his work in recycling and hazardous waste management.
3.Disappointing news received that the Governor would only release $150 million of
Chapter 90 funds, instead of the $300 million approved by the Legislature.
Greenways Corridor Committee Presentation on Greenway Plans
Mr. Abrams, Greenways Corridor Committee, presented the West Lexington Greenway Interim
Report #1 to the Selectmen. He specifically discussed the priority of the Turning Mill Road to
Lincoln Street project that they want permission to move forward on.
The Selectmen need to have a policy and procedures on how to handle easement issues along the
proposed trails. The Town Manager will coordinate getting a policy and procedures in place.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to endorse the ongoing work of the
Greenways Corridor Committee to begin the implementation process, as outlined in Interim
Report #1 and the West Greenway Master Plan.
Recognize Postal Worker – Joseph Allen
The Selectmen recognized Joseph Allen who recently retired from the Lexington Post Office
after working for the USPS for 50 years, and in Lexington since 1969. The Selectmen thanked
Mr. Allen for his great service to the residents of Lexington and presented him with a
proclamation signed by the Selectmen and a Lexington Seal pin.
Revised Senior Services Tax Work-off Guidelines
Ms. Blier, Chair of the Tax Deferral and Exemption Study Committee; and Ms. Rodgers, Human
Services Director, presented recommended revisions to the income qualification limits and
hourly payment rate of the Senior Services program.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to approve an increase in the income
qualification limit for the Senior Services program to $53,000 for an individual, with the income
limit for a couple remaining at $55,000, effective July 1, 2013.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to increase the hourly rate for the Senior
Services Program to $9.50 per hour, effective July 1, 2013.
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Preview of Hanscom Request for Grant of Location
Mr. Hadley, DPW Director, and Mr. Livsey, Town Engineer, provided preliminary information
on an upcoming Grant of Location request to install fiber that will enhance communications for
Hanscom Air Force Base. The roads that will be impacted are: Hanscom Air Force Base to
Hartwell Avenue to Wood Street to Massachusetts Avenue to Marrett Road to Spring Street to
Route 2. The work needs to be completed by October 1, 2013.
The Selectmen had concerns about the proposed route. Mr. Livsey reviewed possible options but
the current proposed route causes the least problems. The Hanscom contractor will be
responsible for repair to any streets and sidewalks. The Selectmen suggested that the Town
receive a bond in case there is a need to recover costs for services.
The Selectmen asked how this project would affect Town construction. Mr. Livsey stated that
the Massachusetts Avenue work would be delayed until next year. Other work will be
coordinated with the necessary Hanscom detours.
The Selectmen requested that they receive regular updates on construction projects.
Ms. McKenna was concerned about the Liberty Ride bus since summer is their busiest time of
year. She will connect with Engineering on how to get information on construction work to
visitors. She also suggested that Engineering connect with the Aloft and Element hotels since
both their entrances will be affected by this project.
Mr. Hadley informed the Board that work on a new water main from the Walgreens on Bedford
Street to the Bedford Street/bikeway intersection will begin on June 10 and will last
approximately three months.
Winthrop Road Sidewalk Discussion/Vote
Mr. Livsey, Town Engineer, reviewed the scope of the proposed project on Winthrop Road from
Waltham Street to Highland Street and the design of the intersections to narrow crossings and
slow vehicles that are exiting and entering at John Poulter Road, Sherburne Road and Highland
Avenue. The sidewalk will be on the even numbered side of the street, approximately 1,800 feet
and will cost approximately $100,000. The sidewalk surface will be five feet wide with a two
foot grass strip. If the project is approved by the Board, Mr. Livsey will meet with abutters if
they have any questions or concerns.
Work this summer includes paving Waltham Street starting 100 feet from the center to Winthrop
Road and continuing the existing sidewalk on Waltham Street to Winthrop Road and includes
signal improvements, proper crossings and audible detection at all four corners of the
intersection of Waltham Street and Marrett Road. It also includes installing a continuous
sidewalk on Waltham Street from the center to Winthrop Road and resetting or replacing granite
curbs.
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Answering questions about Stop signs at the end of streets intersecting with Winthrop Road, Mr.
Livsey stated that if the Selectmen approved the proposed sidewalk an exact layout of the
sidewalk and intersections will be designed for Engineering and the Traffic Safety Advisory
Committee (TSAC) to review and evaluate.
Regarding concerns at Vine Brook, Mr. Livsey stated there was enough space for the proposed
five foot sidewalk without getting near any slopes.
Questions have been asked about how the Town prioritizes new sidewalks. Mr. Livsey answered
that there are many ways, including: the Sidewalk Committee looks at or hears about certain
locations and they prioritize their own list. Engineering works with the Sidewalk Committee, but
also reviews the capital projects list, missing connectivity pieces, areas with lots of pedestrians or
near schools and businesses, and opportunities to receive grants.
Regarding maintenance of sidewalks, Engineering and Public Works consider maintenance very
important. The Highway Department has asked and received increased funding and been able to
make progress on maintenance of sidewalks. When the Roadway Analysis was done data was
collected on sidewalks to allow the Town to map them to see which have the most deficiencies.
Asked about the relationship between TSAC and the Sidewalk Committee, Captain Ferro, Police,
answered that requests to TSAC come through the Police Department. They review the requests,
discuss with other departments and committees and resolve the problem or bring before TSAC.
The Police Department received a request to look at traffic calming on Winthrop Road. There
are currently traffic counters collecting speed, volume and type of vehicles information. Traffic
calming and sidewalks are two separate issues. Captain Ferro likes the proposed plan for the
Winthrop Road sidewalk and the proposed traffic calming measures at the three intersections. He
also stated that over 90 percent of accidents with pedestrians happen when they are walking on
the street. Massachusetts has three methods that are used in tabulating and qualifying bookable
traffic accidents: damage is over $1000, someone is cited or there is personal injury. Research
done over the last 10 years show no data for Winthrop Road
Mr. Manz pointed out that there are several ways to trigger the building of a sidewalk, including
subdivisions or renovation of a single family home requiring renewal or improvement to
sidewalk and roadway; grant proposals; and citizen requests to the Sidewalk Committee. The
Sidewalk Committee is part of the process to provide input to the Selectmen. He thinks there has
been more than adequate time for all sides to be heard on the proposed Winthrop Road sidewalk.
Regarding a policy on sidewalks, the Planning Board’s view is there should be sidewalks. The
Planning Board Comprehensive Plan includes expanding sidewalks.
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Ms. Mauger discussed the great work that the committee volunteers do with no support. They do
not have the capacity or ability to schedule hearings and notify abutters. The Selectmen should
discuss options for helping committees at goal setting. She wants the committees to know the
Board appreciates all their work.
Ms. McKenna, 9 Hancock Street, grew up near the John Poulter Road intersection and her family
owned the Vine Brook land at 42 Winthrop. She offered the staff background information from
when her family sold the land. As a Town Meeting Member she looks at the cost benefit
analysis and asked why Winthrop Road was a priority when the Selectmen have a policy that a
certain percentage of residents have to agree with the sidewalk plans. She is also very concerned
about the number of projects on major roadways and visitors having a hard time getting around.
Lastly she was concerned about the Highland Avenue intersection and whether the trees and
shrubs that obstruct the visibility at that corner could be removed.
The Selectmen’s Office looked for a policy that required approval of sidewalk projects by a
certain percentage of its abutters, but did not find any such policy.
Mr. Perry, 28 Winthrop Road, is concerned about the Highland Avenue intersection design. He
also feels the 2 feet of grass will not be maintained and that the sidewalk is out of proportion to
the road.
Mr. Livsey explained that the Highland Avenue intersection design shortens the crossing and
makes the cars come to a stop to enter or leave the intersection. The design also helps with a
drainage concern.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to approve the installation of a sidewalk
on Winthrop Road, as presented.
Review Charge for Cary Building Design Committee
Mr. Johnson, Stetson Street, requested that the Selectmen consider adding the Finance
Committees as liaisons to the Committee. The Selectmen agreed. The Selectmen will also
include a liaison from the Board of Selectmen.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the Ad hoc Cary Memorial
Building Renovation Design Committee, as amended, and designate members as Special
Municipal Employees.
Approve Class II License – King’s Auto
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to approve the application and issue a
Class II license to Lihao Chen, 66 Emerson Gardens Road, provided no vehicles are stored at the
property at any time.
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Endorse Proposed Legislation on MSBA Reimbursement for Technical/Vocational Schools
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to endorse and sign a letter to the Chairs
of the Joint Committee on Education in support of Senate Bill 228, An Act Relative to Regional
School District Capital Project Funding.
Liquor License – Change of Manager for Element Lexington Hotel
The Element Lexington submitted all the necessary paperwork requesting approval of a change
of manager from Kathleen James to Michael Scavotto.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to approve the application for a change
of manager and issue an all alcoholic Innkeeper Liquor License to A&E Lexington Hotels
Operator, LLC, d/b/a Element Lexington, 727 Marrett Road – B.
Special Town Meeting Article Discussion
All the Selectmen support Article 3 – Technical correction to Article 2 of the March 18, 2013
Special Town Meeting – Land Purchase off Marrett Road.
The Selectmen will wait until the June 10 Selectmen Meeting to take positions on Article 2 –
Approve TIF Agreement, and Article 4 – Amend Zoning Bylaw – Medical Marijuana Treatment
Centers.
Committee Appointments/Resignations/Charge
Community Center Advisory Committee
The Selectmen decided they want to include a Selectmen Liaison on this Committee.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to amend the Charge of the Community
center Advisory Committee to include a Selectmen Liaison.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to appoint Mary Ellen Alessandro,
Elizabeth Borghesani, Michelle Ciccolo, Harry Forsdick, Laura Hussong, Florence Koplow and
Leslie Zales to the Community Center Advisory Committee.
Community Farming Committee
Ms. Mauger read an email from Mr. Kanter that he asked be part of the minutes:
“Thanks for the telephone message about the addition which, I gather, is to make it read
‘including funding recommendations for facility upgrades and in support of the committee's
work’. That, however, doesn't achieve the explicit exclusion that I believe is applicable and
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consistent with the understanding, all along, regarding there would be no Town funding
(operating or capital) toward the entity operating the community farming on the Busa Farm
property. (The Charge already excludes the community gardens under the jurisdiction of the
Conservation Commission.)
“While I don't know what community farming other than on the Busa Farm property would fall
under the committee's charge, and as I am not asking that the exclusion go beyond that done on
the Busa Farm property, if "facility upgrades" or even operating support might be applicable at
those other such community farming endeavors, then I recommend the addition read "including
funding recommendations for facility operations or upgrades (excluding either for the Busa Farm
property) and in support of the committee's work".
“I welcomed that the Board deferred approval of the subject charge in response to my concerns
and appreciate the Board's further consideration of the above. As I can't attend this evening's
meeting of the Board, and regardless of the Board's decision, I ask that this e-mail be made part
of the record of that meeting as if I had presented it--either spoken or in hardcopy--during that
meeting.
“P.S. During the Board's discussion of the draft RFP for proposals to operating the community
farm on the Busa Farm property, I asked that the RFP include an explicit statement that the Town
would not provide any financial support to the operation to make it a matter of record for the
proposers. I haven't checked whether that was done. As I explained at the time, I made that
request for the very same reason I'm making this request regarding the subject Charge.”
The Selectmen reviewed Mr. Kanter’s requested changes and agreed it should not be included in
the charge.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to adopt the charge of the Community
Farming Committee, as proposed, and designate members as Special Municipal Employees.
Housing Partnership Board
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to accept the resignation of Chris
Kluchman from the Housing Partnership Board, effective immediately.
Future Meetings
The Selectmen will schedule meetings for July 1, 2013, July 29, 2013, August 26, 2013,
September 9, 2013, September 23, 2013 and October 7, 2013.
Approve and Sign Eagle Letter Congratulating Matthew Schwartz
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to send a letter of commendation to
Matthew Schwartz congratulating him on attaining the highest rank of Eagle in Boy Scouting.
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Consent
Water and Sewer Commitments and Adjustments
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to approve the following water and
sewer commitments and adjustments:
Adjustments to Water/Sewer as recommended by WSAB ($1.00)
Adjustments to Water/Sewer as recommended by WSAB ($4,183.06)
Adjustments to Water/Sewer as recommended by WSAB ($46,765.71)
Commitment of Water/Sewer charges Finals April 2013 $7,334.16
Commitment of Water/Sewer charges Finals April 2013 Cycle 9 $177,041.55
Proclamation – Dolores’ Crossing
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to sign a proclamation in memory of
Dolores LeBert who was a crossing guard for 40 years primarily at the intersection of Cary
Avenue, Middle Street and Marrett Road and establish the Dolores’ Crossing at that intersection.
Proclamation – Joseph Allen – 50 Years with Post Office
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to sign a proclamation for Joseph Allen
who has worked for the United States Postal Services for 50 years.
Annual Fourth of July Carnival Dates and Lighting
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to approve the request of the Lions Club
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for the Annual 4 of July Carnival on Hastings Park from Tuesday, July 2, 2013 through
Saturday, July 6, 2013, and allowing lights to remain on until 11:30 p.m. daily from July 1
through July 6, 2013.
Tax Bill Insert – FY2014 Lexpress Schedule
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve including the FY2014 Lexpress
Schedule in the next tax bill.
One-Day Liquor License – Lexington Players/EMACT
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to approve the request of Lexington
Players to serve beer and wine at an award ceremony/theater night on Saturday, August 24, 2013,
from 6:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. in Battin Hall, Cary Memorial Building.
Use of the Battle Green – Wedding in June 2014
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to approve the request of Molyna Sim to
use the Battle Green on Saturday, June 21, 2014, for her wedding.
Minutes
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to approve the minutes of May 6, 2013
and May 9, 2013.
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Executive Session Minutes
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to approve the executive session minutes
of May 6, 2013 and May 9, 2013.
Executive Session
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted by roll call 5-0 to go into executive session
to discuss strategy with respect to coalition bargaining related to the Lexington Municipal
Employees Association. The Chairman declared that an open meeting discussion may have a
detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the Town.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted by roll call 5-0 to go into executive session
as authorized under c. 59, ss 5 and 60 to discuss potential tax exemption (Exemption 7) and to
discuss the value of real property (6) regarding a potential TIF agreement for UniQure. Further,
the Chairman declared that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating
position of the Town.
Upon motion duly made and seconded it was voted by roll call 5-0 to go into executive session to
discuss strategy with respect to potential litigation related to Shire’s compliance with the Noise
Bylaw. Further, the Chairman declared that an open meeting discussion may have a detrimental
effect on the litigating position of the Town.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to go into executive session to consider
the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property of the Town’s right-of-way near 114 East
Street. Further, the Chairman declared that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on
the negotiating position of the Town.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 10:45 p.m.
A true record; Attest:
Lynne A. Pease
Executive Clerk
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June 10, 2013
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Monday, June 10, 2013, at 7:00 p.m.
in the Selectmen Meeting Room of the Town Office Building. Chairman Mauger, Mr. Kelley,
Mr. Cohen, Mr. Manz and Mr. Pato; Mr. Valente, Town Manager; and Ms. Chabot, Assistant to
the Executive Clerk, were present.
Public Comment
Mr. Kanter, Town Meeting Member for Precinct 7, read a statement asking the Board to declare
that no Town funding – operating or capital - would be proposed by the Selectmen in support of
community farming at the Busa Farm property. Ms. Mauger will put this issue on an upcoming
meeting agenda.
Selectmen Concerns and Liaison Reports
Mr. Pato, as liaison to the Sustainable Lexington Committee, reported that the Massachusetts
Department of Energy Resources (DOER) has made some modifications in the solar incentive
programs in a surprise announcement that the Administration’s goal was met early. The
Governor has set a new goal for 2020 but the new program will have lower and rapidly declining
economic incentives. This has direct implications for the Solar Panel RFP that is being
developed by the Town. The Sustainable Lexington Committee would like to come before the
Board in the near future to explore this in more detail. Ms. Mauger will put this item on an
upcoming meeting agenda.
Mr. Manz reported that members of the Board attended the Lexington High School graduation
ceremony and were reminded of why the Town spends as much as it does on the schools. The
Selectmen were greatly impressed as always, and thank the teachers, staff and all those who
support the schools.
Public Hearing: Grant of Location – Hanscom AFB Communications
Mr. Hadley Director of Public Works, reported that the Department of Public Works,
Engineering Division, has reviewed the petition, plan and order for MSO Tech, Inc., to install
approximately 21,424+ feet of conduit from Spring Street at Route 2, to Spring Street at Marrett
Road, to Marrett Road at Massachusetts Avenue, to Massachusetts Avenue at Wood Street, to
Wood Street at Hartwell Avenue, 700 feet to a new communication handhole on Hartwell
Avenue to bring fiber optics cable communications to Hanscom Air Force Base. A public
hearing is required and abutters were notified. The contractor who performs the excavation will
be required to obtain a street opening permit. Since the petition appears to be in order the DPW
recommends that approval be granted.
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Mr. Livsey, Town Engineer, provided additional information in a letter to Mr. Wilson of MSO
Tech Inc., detailing comments to be addressed on the plans and standards to be complied with
during construction, including standards for excavation and restoration work, work hours, and
notifying abutters.
Mr. Wilson, MSO Tech. Inc., was at the meeting to answer questions from the public and from
the Board. In response to questions from the Board, he explained that the project updates and
enhances communications at Hanscom Air Force Base. The order for this work comes from
Washington, DC. The project will start as soon as possible and is scheduled to be completed
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October 1
. Once work begins along a particular length of the project then that part of the
project will be worked on until completed.
Mr. Kline, 34 Spring Street, feels as though Spring Street and area streets are being dug up all
the time. Mr. Kline wondered if an empty conduit could be put in while there is an open trench
there so the Town would not have to dig a trench every time they want to do work. Mr. Wilson
could put something extra in to assist with utilities at no cost and turn it over as property to the
Town. Ms. Mauger asked Mr. Valente to work with the DPW to see if the Town can take
advantage of Mr. Wilson’s offer. In response to Mr. Roffi, 259 Wood Street, Mr. Wilson
explained why an alternate route for this project would not work. He also described the details
of restoring the sidewalks, road and plantings when the work is completed. Ms. McKenna, Chair
of the Tourism Committee, expressed concerns about the work impacting the Liberty Ride tour
bus, and access to hotels and the historic district during the busy tourism season. Residents may
come in to the Engineering Division to review more detailed plans and contact Mr. Livsey 781-
274-8305 with any concerns or problems.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to approve the petition of MSO Tech to
construct, and a location for a line of conduits and manholes with the necessary wires and cables
therein to be located under the surface of Hartwell Ave., Wood Street., Mass. Ave., and Spring
Street. Directional bore or trench/place (2) 1 ½ inch conduits each with fiber optic cable starting
from existing communication handhole, located 325 feet Northwest of Rte. 2/ Concord Turnpike
and Spring Street intersection, then running Northeast along Spring Street then running west
along Marrett Road, then running Northeast along Massachusetts Avenue, then running North
along Wood Street, then running West along Hartwell Ave., for approximately 700 feet and the
placement of a new communication handhole on the South side of Hartwell Ave.
Sign Letter of Support for MBTA Grant
Ms. Rebecchi, Transportation Coordinator, presented the request that the Board send a letter to
urge the MBTA to continue support of Lexpress under the Suburban Transportation Grant
Program.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to send a letter to Richard Davey,
Massachusetts Department of Transportation, in support of the MBTA Suburban Transportation
Grant.
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UniQure TIF Agreement/Approve Economic Opportunity Area for 113 Hartwell Ave.
Mr. Valente presented the tentative Tax Increment Financing (TIF) agreement reached with
UniQure for 113 Hartwell Avenue. This is a ten year TIF that has been negotiated for
approximately $286,000. Most of the value to UniQure is in the first 4 years. If this were to be
approved by the Selectmen and Town Meeting the increase in value for the Town in terms of tax
revenue over the ten years would be $1,250,000. Mr. Valente feels that this is an appropriate
TIF to bring to Town Meeting and explained that about 7 years ago the Town started in a process
to try to rejuvenate Hartwell Avenue. This is the type of industry the Town is looking to see on
Hartwell Avenue; UniQure is interested in a long term lease; and in approximately five years,
UniQure is looking to expand.
As part of this process the Board is required to designate 113 Hartwell Avenue as an Economic
Opportunity Area (EOA) and the TIF applies to this specific parcel.The Board was provided
with a draft of the EOA Application and Mr. Valente went over some of the language in the
agreement.
Mr. Valente will make the TIF spreadsheet and the EOA application available on the Town
website and a link to the TMMA listserv.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to approve the 113 Hartwell Avenue
Economic Opportunity Area (EOA), pursuant to MGL c. 23A, Section 3E, and approve the
submission of an application for the approval of the 113 Hartwell Avenue EOA to the
Massachusetts Economic Assistance Coordinating Council (EACC).
Public Works Projects Update
Mr. Hadley, Director of Public Works, Mr. Livsey Town Engineer, and Mr. Pinsonneault,
Manager of Operations reviewed the DPW construction projects for the upcoming season. There
are about 45 projects that the DPW is currently involved with, funded by various sources: the
tax levy, enterprise funds, community preservation funds, revolving funds, grant funds, and state
and federal funds.
With regard to the Hartwell Avenue Organics Facility, Mr. Hadley reported that the draft RFP
was developed and distributed to boards and committees for review and comment. The RFP
team met with various boards and committees to receive input. Public meetings have been
scheduled to receive community feedback, June 13 and June 20, 2013. Mr. Kelley would like
the draft RFP to be available to the public before the hearings on June 13 and June 20. Ms.
Mauger will put this issue on a subsequent Selectmen’s Meeting agenda for discussion.
Special Town Meeting Article Discussion/Positions
Article 2 – Approve TIF Agreement(s)
The Selectmen would like to see final language before taking a position.
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Article 4 – Amend Zoning Bylaw – Medical Marijuana Treatment Centers
All of the Selectmen support Article 4.
Committee Appointments/Resignations/Charges
Community Center Advisory Committee – Appoint Chair
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to appoint Michelle Ciccolo as Chair of
the Community Center Advisory Committee.
Community Farming Committee
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to appoint Michelle Ciccolo to the
Community Farming Committee for a one year term to expire June 30, 2014.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to appoint Michael D. Bliss and Thomas
Oliver for a two year term to expire June 30, 2015.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to appoint Ralph Zalinsky and Alan
Wrigley for a three year term to expire June 30, 2016.
Communications Advisory Committee
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to accept the resignation of Jim Goell
from the Communications Advisory Committee, effective immediately.
Economic Development Advisory Committee
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to appoint Kevin McGuire to the Economic
Development Advisory Committee for a term to expire September 30, 2015.
Executive Clerk
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to reappoint Lynne Pease as the
Executive Clerk for a term to expire June 30, 2014.
Keeper of the Lockup
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to reappoint Mark Corr as Keeper of the
Lockup for a term to expire June 30, 2014.
Approve CPA Grant Agreements: Buckman Tavern and Lexington Housing Authority Doors
Mr. Valente explained that Town Meeting approved a $650,000 Community Preservation Act
(CPA) grant to the Lexington Historical Society for the restoration of the Town-owned Buckman
Tavern. These funds will cover approximately 68% of the project costs with the remainder
coming from other non-Town sources.
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Town Meeting also approved a $172,734 CPA grant to the Lexington Housing Authority for the
replacement of doors at Greeley Village. The Housing Authority anticipates receiving an
additional $18,000 from the State for this renovation project.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to approve and sign the agreement
between the Town of Lexington and the Lexington Historical Society for a grant of $650,000 in
CPA funds to be used for the restoration of Buckman Tavern.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to approve and sign the agreement
between the Town of Lexington and the Lexington Housing Authority for a grant of $172,734 in
CPA funds to be used for the replacement of doors at Greeley Village.
Approve Collective Bargaining Agreement – Town Public Works Union
The Town and the DPW union have reached a three-year collective bargaining agreement
for the period of FY13-15. The agreement provides for a 2 % cost of living agreement in each
year of the agreement; $200 added to the special license stipend in FY14 (limited to first
license); $200 added to special license stipend in FY15 (limited to first license); new language to
provide management with the discretion to place promotional candidate(s) in an “acting” role
prior to promoting an employee, to allow evaluation of the employee in the new position. The
Union membership has voted to accept this contract settlement.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to approve and authorize the Town
Manager to sign the collective bargaining agreement between the Town and the AFSCME Local
1703, Public Works Employees for the period FY13 – 15.
Consent
Sign Proclamation – Chris Kluchman – Lexington Housing Partnership
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to sign a proclamation in gratitude and
appreciation to Chris Kluchman for her many years of dedication, service and accomplishment as
Chair of the Lexington Housing Partnership.
Approve Revised Senior Service Program Regulation
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to approve the revised Rules and
Regulations Applicable to the Senior Service Program.
Approve Use of Battle Green – Flag Day
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to approve the use of the Battle Green
for Flag Day on Friday, June 14, 2013 a 7:00 p.m.
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Executive Session
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 by poll vote to go into executive session
at 9:00 p.m. to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property of the Town’s
right-of-way near 114 East Street. Further, the Chairman declared that an open meeting may
have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Town.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 9:15 p.m.
A true record; Attest:
Diana B. Chabot
Assistant to the Executive Clerk
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June 13, 2013
A meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Monday, June 13, 2013, at 6:45 p.m. in the
Ellen Stone Room of the Cary Memorial Building. Chairman Mauger, Mr. Kelley, Mr. Cohen,
Mr. Manz and Mr. Pato; and Mr. Valente, Town Manager, were present.
TIF – UniQure
Mr. Valente pointed out that there are three documents to be submitted to the Commonwealth if
Town Meeting approves the TIF. They are:
1.TIF Financing Plan,
2.TIF Financing Agreement, and
3.TIF Application Form.
The first two documents lay out the amount of the TIF, the number of new jobs that will be
created and the responsibilities of the Town and the entity receiving the RIF. After a brief
discussion in which the Town Manager noted that there was a need to make some minor changes
to the documents, the consensus of the Board was not to take a formal vote to approve the
documents until after the changes are made. The documents with the corrections in place will be
made available to Town Meeting Members. The Board will take a formal vote on June 17, 2013
prior to the Special Town Meeting. The Board did take a straw poll which indicated that there
was unanimous support for the TIF as negotiated.
It was announced that the Planning Board vote on the TIF was 2 in favor, 2 against and 1
abstention at this time.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to adjourn the meeting at 6:53 p.m.
A true record; Attest:
Norman P. Cohen
Selectman
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May 20, 2013
PRESENT: Ms. Mauger, Chairman, Mr. Kelley, Mr. Cohen, Mr. Manz and Mr. Pato; Ms. Vine,
Deputy Town Manager, and Ms. Pease, Executive Clerk.
Also Present: Mr. Addelson, Comptroller, Mr. Lent, Assessor, Mr. Cohen, Appropriation
Committee, Mr. Canale, Planning Board, Ms. McCall-Taylor, Planning Director and Ms.
Tintocalis, Economic Development Director.
Executive Session
UniQure TIF
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 by roll call to go into executive session
as authorized under c. 59, ss. 5 and 60 to discuss potential tax exemption (Exemption 7) and to
discuss the value of real property (Exemption 6) regarding a potential TIF agreement for
UniQure. Further, the Chairman declared that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on
the negotiating position of the Town. And further, to reconvene in open session to discuss a
scheduling of a Special Town Meeting.
Mr. Addelson reviewed what has been discussed with UniQure regarding a possible TIF. The
Town is waiting for UniQure to respond to the initial presentation of a 5% TIF. The TIF
Negotiating Team needs to confirm UniQure’s position on incentives needed. A quick timeline
is very important to UniQure.
The proposed date for a Special Town Meeting to discuss a possible TIF is June 17.
The TIF Negotiating Team should meet with UniQure as soon as possible to discuss with them
that we would like them in Lexington for the long-term, what can be offered without requesting a
TIF and how we can help expedite the permitting process.
Mr. Lent, Mr. Cohen, and Ms. Tintocalis left the meeting.
Medical Marijuana
Mr. Canale and Ms. McCall-Taylor explained that the June 17 Special Town Meeting is the first
opportunity since the State Medical Marijuana Regulations came out to discuss how the Town
should regulate. The article on the Special Town Meeting will give the Town one year to set up
a Town regulation.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to return to open session at 9:35 p.m.
A true record; Attest:
Lynne A. Pease
Executive Clerk
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EXECUTIVE SESSION
May 30, 2013
PRESENT: Ms. Mauger, Chairman, Mr. Kelley, Mr. Cohen, Mr. Manz and Mr. Pato; Mr.
Valente, Town Manager, and Ms. Chabot, Assistant to the Executive Clerk.
Also Present: Mr. Addelson, Comptroller; Ms. Tintocalis, Economic Development Officer; Ms.
McCall-Taylor, Planning Director; Mr. McWeeney, Chair of the Economic Development
Advisory Committee; Mr. Cohen, Appropriation Committee; Mr. Canale, Chair of the Planning
Board, and Mr. Hornig, Planning Board.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 by roll call to go into executive session
as authorized under c. 59, ss. 5 and 60 to discuss potential tax exemption (Exemption 7) and to
discuss the value of real property (Exemption 6). Further the Chairman declared that an open
meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Town.
Discuss Potential Tax Exemption Regarding TIF for UniQure
Mr. Valente and Mr. Addelson presented two tax increment financing (TIF) models proposed by
UniQure, and a possible counter proposal by the Town. The Selectmen discussed the counter
proposal and the TIF negotiating team gave their thoughts.
Ms. Mauger polled the Board regarding going forward with the counter proposal. Mr. Pato, Mr.
Cohen, Ms. Mauger and Mr. Manz were in favor of going forward with the counter proposal.
Mr. Kelley abstained.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 by roll call to return to open session at
11:02 p.m.
A true record; Attest:
Diana B. Chabot
Assistant to the Executive Clerk
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EXECUTIVE SESSION
June 3, 2013
PRESENT: Ms. Mauger, Chairman, Mr. Kelley, Mr. Cohen, Mr. Manz and Mr. Pato; Mr.
Valente, Town Manager; and Ms. Pease, Executive Clerk.
LMEA Memorandum of Understanding
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 by roll call to go into Executive Session
to discuss strategy with respect to coalition bargaining related to the Lexington Municipal
Employees Association. Further, the Chairman declared that an open meeting discussion may
have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the Town.
Also Present: Mr. Addelson, Comptroller and Ms. Casey, Human Resources Director.
Ms. Casey reviewed the recommended LMEA Salary Structure that becomes effective July 1,
2014 and the proposed 3-year tentative agreement for FY2013 – FY2015 that includes a base
wage increase of 2% per year. The Agreement includes language/contract changes and
housekeeping/non-substantive changes.
All of the Selectmen approve of the proposed 3-year agreement for the Lexington Municipal
Employee Association (LMEA).
Discuss Potential Tax Exemption Regarding TIF for UniQure
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 by roll call to go into executive session
as authorized under c. 59, ss. 5 and 60 to discuss potential tax exemption (Exemption 7) and to
discuss the value of real property (Exemption 6) regarding a potential TIF agreement for
UniQure. Further, the Chairman declared that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on
the negotiating position of the Town.
Also Present: Mr. Addelson; Mr. Canale, Planning Board; Ms. McCall-Taylor, Planning
Director; Mr. Cohen, Appropriations Committee; and Ms. Tintocalis, Economic Development
Director.
Mr. Valente reviewed where we are in negotiating a TIF with UniQure. They have requested a
TIF that is front-loaded and have agreed to a clawback agreement if they leave before the 10
years and will repay the TIF. A formal proposal was given to them.
The group discussed how best to present the proposed TIF to Town Meeting.
Mr. Canale stated that to get broad support from the Planning Board they would like the
Selectmen to set a goal to have a TIF policy in place by a certain date. They also request that the
Selectmen work toward a 5-year plan rather than year-by-year for TIF requests.
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The Selectmen feel the policy is that no TIF be given that is over 20% and that each case be
discussed individually when it comes up. There has to be a management approach that looks at
the area being considered for a TIF and how the company fits into that area.
Mr. Canale would like to discuss a TIF policy at Goal Setting.Ms. Mauger suggested that the
Planning Board provide the Selectmen with a suggested policy or ideas for a policy.
The Selectmen all support the proposed TIF.
The Selectmen will need to review and approve an Economic Opportunity Area for the proposed
parcel on Hartwell Avenue for UniQure at the meeting on June 10. Mr. Valente will work with
UniQure and Town Counsel on the TIF package.
Shire Noise Issue
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 by roll call to go into executive session
to discuss strategy with respect to potential litigation related to Shire’s compliance with the
Noise Bylaw. Further, the Chairman declared that an open meeting discussion may have a
detrimental effect on the litigating position of the Town.
Also Present: Ms. Tintocalis, Economic Development Director.
Mr. Valente and Ms. Mauger updated the Board on the tonal noise issue at the Shire 300
Building. Shire is concerned they will not be able to fix the tonal issue. Shire is looking for
answers before they decide whether to build the 100 building. The Selectmen feel the noise
consultants from the Town and Shire should try to figure out what is causing the tonal noise to
satisfy the neighbors who are affected. The Town should tell Shire that they appreciate their
effort in trying to figure out the tonal noise.
Ms. Mauger and Mr. Valente will decide how and who should get back to Shire (Mr.
Chambrone).
Request to Purchase Town Right of Way Near 114 East Street
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 by roll call to go into executive session
to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property of the Town’s right-of-way
near 114 East Street. Further, the Chairman declared that an open meeting may have a
detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Town.
The Selectmen discussed the request of Mr. Ohmart to obtain approximately 3,000 square feet
from the Town right of way fronting his property at 114 East Street to allow him to subdivide the
property to build a retirement home on the back half of his property and then sell the existing
home and barn.
The Board will discuss again at the June 10 meeting.
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Documents Presented
1.Confidential - Tentative 3-year Agreement for the Lexington Municipal Employee
Association (LMEA) for the period FY2013 to FY2015.
2.Confidential – UniQure: Tax Increment Financing Models, dated 6/3/13.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 to return to open session at 10:45 p.m.
A true record; Attest:
Lynne A. Pease
Executive Clerk
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EXECUTIVE SESSION
June 10, 2013
PRESENT: Ms. Mauger, Chairman, Mr. Kelley, Mr. Cohen, Mr. Manz and Mr. Pato; Mr.
Valente, Town Manager, and Ms. Chabot, Assistant to the Executive Clerk.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 by roll call to go into executive session
to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property of the Town’s right-of way
near 114 East Street (Exemption 6). Further, the Chairman declared that an open meeting may
have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Town.
Right-Of-Way Near 114 East Street
The Board continued its discussion regarding a request by a property owner to purchase the
Town’s right-of-way to allow the creation of a buildable lot.
Mr. Manz gave multiple reasons not to grant the applicants request. Mr. Cohen, Mr. Kelley and
Mr. Pato agreed that this is not something the Board is interested in pursuing. Ms. Mauger
abstained.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 by roll call to return to open session at
9:14 p.m.
A true record; Attest:
Diana B. Chabot
Assistant to the Executive Clerk
AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
LEXINGTON BOARD OF SELECTMEN MEETING
DATE:PRESENTER: ITEM NUMBER:
July 1, 2013 Carl Valente Executive Session
Denise Casey
SUBJECT: Exemption 3: Collective Bargaining Matters
Suggested motion for Executive Session: Move to go into Executive Session to discuss strategy
with respect to collective bargaining related to the Fire Union, the Lexington Police Association
and School union collective bargaining agreements and to reconvene in Open Session only to
adjourn. Further, the Chairman declares that an open meeting discussion may have a
detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the Town.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
Discussion regarding:
1.Update on School union contracts, as requested by the Board (see attached);
2.Update on Lexington Police Association contract negotiations; and
3.Update on Fire union negotiations/salary survey
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
NA
RECOMMENDATION / SUGGESTED MOTION:
NA
STAFF FOLLOW-UP:
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