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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2025-12-15-REC-min.pdf`OV S IWOgN� OQ 1775 1Q a - F $= w 3 a s V APRIL 19, �FXI NGS�� Frederick DeAngelis, Chairman Claire Sheth, Vice Chair Renen Bassik Sean Bridgeo Carl Fantasia Andrea Jackson Weiwei Li Town of Lexington Recreation Committee Recreation Committee Minutes of Meeting December 15t'', 2025 Tel: (781) 698-4800 Fax: (781) 861-2747 A meeting of the Recreation Committee was held on Monday, December 15, 2025, from 7:00 PM to 7:59 PM in a hybrid format, with in-person attendance at the Lexington Police Station and remote participation via Zoom, pursuant to the authorization provided by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Attendance Members Present: Rick DeAngelis, Claire Sheth, Sean Bridgeo, Andrea Jackson, Weiwei Li Members Absent: Renen Bassik, Carl Fantasia Staff Present: Melissa Battite, Director of Recreation & Community Programs Peter Coleman, Assistant Director of Recreation Christine Dean, Community Center Director Public Present: Rod Cole, Kathleen Lenihan A quorum was present. 1. Call to Order and Public Comment Chair Rick DeAngelis called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM. The meeting was conducted in a hybrid format. No members of the public offered comment during the public comment period. 2. Athletic Field and Court Use Policy — Review and Vote Staff presented the revised Town of Lexington Athletic Field and Court Use Policy, noting that changes since the November meeting were primarily organizational and formatting -related, with no substantive policy changes. The revisions were intended to improve clarity and usability. Committee members expressed support for the revised format. Motion: Rick DeAngelis moved that "The Recreation Committee approves the revised Town of Lexington Athletic Field and Court Use Policy. " Seconded by Sean Bridgeo. Vote: 4-0 approved. 3. FY27 Fee Schedule — Review and Vote Melissa Battite presented the proposed FY27 fee schedule, explaining that the proposed adjustments reflect market analysis, cost increases, and sustainability needs, including absorbing increased personnel costs associated with recent townwide compensation and classification changes. The proposed fee schedule is projected to generate approximately $172,000 in additional revenue across programs and facilities. Committee members discussed the rationale for increases in certain program areas and the decision to keep other fees flat in order to maintain affordability. Motion: Claire Sheth moved that "The Recreation Committee approves the recommended FY27fee schedule as presented on December 15, 2025. " Seconded by Andrea Jackson. Vote: 5-0 approved. 4. LHS Building Project — Discussion The Committee received an update on the Lexington High School Building Project following the successful debt exclusion vote. School Committee liaison Kathleen Lenihan discussed recent schematic design updates, including athletic field layout considerations and the relocation of concession and restroom facilities farther from nearby residences. Committee members discussed community impacts, operational considerations, and ongoing coordination as the project advances. 5. Approval of November 19, 2025, Meeting Minutes Motion: Sean Bridgeo moved to approve the minutes from the November 19, 2025, Recreation Committee meeting. Seconded by Weiwei Li. Vote: 4-0 approved. 6. Liaison Reports No additional liaison reports were presented. 7. Recreation & Community Programs Department Report Staff provided highlights from the December departmental report, including: • Discussion of potential drop-in, lighted field use at Center Track and Lincoln Park. • Updates on the Harrington field conversion project, noting a revised cost estimate that remains within the overall project budget. • Program updates including winter basketball leagues, ski program operations, and upcoming summer registration timelines. • Capital project updates including Center Playground replacement and Skate Park replacement planning. • Review of departmental outreach, participation metrics, and year -in -review highlights. Committee members discussed opportunities for improved community education regarding recreation program scope, participation, and budget impacts. 8. Adjournment Motion: Andrea Jackson moved to adjourn the meeting. Seconded by Sean Bridgeo. Vote: 4-0 approved. The meeting adjourned at 7:59 PM. 39 MARRETT ROAD, LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS 02421 3 Summary of Motions # Description Moved By 1 Approve revised Town of Lexington Athletic Field and Court Use Rick Policy DeAngelis 2 Approve recommended FY27 fee schedule as presented on Claire Sheth December 15, 2025 An rove minutes from November 19 2025 Recreation Seconded By Vote Sean Bridgeo 4-0 Andrea 5-0 Jackson 3 Committee meeting Sean Bridgeo Weiwei Li 4-0 4 Adjourn meeting Andrea Sean Bridgeo 4-0 Jackson Respectfully submitted, Melinda Spencer Administrative Manager Attachments: • December 15, 2025, Recreation Committee Agenda • Revised Town of Lexington Athletic Field and Court Use Policy • FY27 Fee Schedule and supporting materials • Recreation & Community Programs Department December 2025 Report (Attachments on file.) 39 MARRETT ROAD, LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS 02421