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PLANNING BOARD MEETING
September 30, 1974
The meeting of the Lexington Planning Board was called to order at 7:30 p.m.
by the chairman Dr. Clarke with members L. Brown, S. Brown, Costello, Mac-
Kenzie, planning director Briggs, and secretary Mrs. Snow present. Also in
attendance were John Frey, D.A.C., Rosemary O'Leary, Lexington Minute -Man
and Steve Rogers, Lexington Patriot.
Jerry Martin, Asst. Town Engineer, was present for discussion of the
benefits (visual aid, safety, etc.) of installation of granite curbing
on arterial streets, divider strips, and curves on subdivision streets,
with emphasis on Woodpark Estates subdivision. He recommended either
single barrelled design at the entrance of Woodpark Estates, with granite
curb at corners, or, if double-barrelled, widening of the lanes, with
granite crub at the corners and around the two divider strips. After
WOODPARK EST.
SUBIDIVISION
discussion, it was agreed that the developer will be asked to re -design the
entrance with either single barrelled road, or omitting one of the two
median strips, with granite curb at the corners, in back of catch basins,
and around the island.
Mr. Robert Rushton, abuttor to Woodpark Estates, was present to request
access and utility easements through Lot 19 to his property, now access-
ible through land of Robinson Real Estate, which may soon be acquired by
the National Park Service. Mr. Briggs will contact the Park Service to
inquire about possible purchase of lot 19 by the Dept. of the Interior,
providing access for Mr. Rushton and others, and abandonment of the
existing access.
Discussion continued as to suggested names for the street within the
sub division. Upon a motion duly made and seconded, it was VOTED:
The name of the street shall be Woodpark Circle.
Charles Wiggin and Richard Dobroth, representing Spaulding & Slye, met
with the Board at 8:30 p.m. to discuss plans for Drummer Boy Green con-
dominium development. Revised plan, showing typical section of roads and
driveways was exhibited, and road widths and design were considered.
Proposed increase in the lenght of the cul-de-sac was noted. It was
agreed that placement and location of sidewalks, for best use of resi-
dents, will be left to the discretion of the developer. Question of
road design for 25 mph traffic was discussed. Mr. Briggs will consult
Town and State Engineers and Traffic Safety Committee, regarding flexi-
bility in requirements for 30 mph road design. Developers hope for a
November hearing on the definitive plan.
The Board discussed amount of funds needed for legal representation of
the Planning Board in the event of an appeal to Superior Court by the
B/A in the St. Brigids case. Dr. Clarke reported on his investigation
and estimates given by several attorneys. Approximately $2,000 was
considered to be adequate. In the light of Superior Court decision in
favor of the Interfaith proposal, question arose as to need for Planning
Board intervention, and resultant expenditure of funds. Dr. Clarke will
consult several lawyers as to feasibility of proceding and decision was
postponed until after a meeting with the Appropriations Committee.
DRUMMER BOY
GREEN
ST. BRIGIDS
HOUSING
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Resubmitted plan and petition to the Board of Appeals of Spring Street E.G.&G.
Trust for construciton of the E. G. & G. building at Hayden Avenue HAYDEN AVE.
was considered. It was decided that a copy of the letter, dated 8/12/74,
to the Board of Appeals, approved at the time of the prior petition, will
be sent to the B/A, with cover letter stating the Planning Board position
as unchanged.
Mr. Briggs' estimate of $30,000 for preparation of a Master Plan, and MASTER PLAN
basis for his recommendation were discussed. This amount will be sub-
mitted in a preliminary Capital Expense Budget.
The meeting adjourned at 11:30 p.m.
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Paul J. MacKenzie, Clerk