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SELECT BOARD MEETING
Monday, August 17, 2026
Select Board Meeting Room 1625 Massachusetts Avenue*
6:30 PM
1.Select Board Member Announcements and Liaison Reports
2.Lexington High School Project Update to Board
1.Town Manager Weekly Update
1.Approve: One Day Liquor License - Munroe Center for the Arts, 1403
Massachusetts Ave
Lemonade Social: Wednesday, August 19, 2026
2.Approve: One-Day Liquor License(s) - Lexington History Museums, 13 Depot
Square & 1 Bedford Street
Intoxicating History of the American Revolution: Thursday, August 20, 2026
Annual Halloween Murder Mystery Tavern Night: Friday, October 9, 2026
3.Approve: One-Day Liquor License - Off Beat Tap Company, 1403 Massachusetts
Avenue
Seasonal Suites Tap Performance: Saturday, August 22, 2026
4.Approve: One-Day Liquor License(s) - Spectacle Management, Inc., 1605
Massachusetts Avenue
Thursday, September 17, 2026: Kenny G
Saturday, September 19, 2026: Paul Nardizzi
Friday, October 15, 2026: Neko Case
Saturday, October 23. 2026: Justin Mckinney
5.Approve: Annual Theater License Renewals - Lexington Venue
Hastings Cinema Project, Inc d/b/a Lexington Venue, 1794 Massachusetts
Avenue: 2 Theaters
6.Approve: Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) AFSCME Public Safety Dispatchers
Union
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Public comments are allowed for up to 10 minutes at the beginning of each meeting. Each speaker is
limited to 2 minutes for comment. Members of the Board will neither comment nor respond, other than
to ask questions of clarification. Speakers are encouraged to notify the Select Board's Office at 781-
698-4580 if they wish to speak during public comment to assist the Chair in managing meeting times.
SELECT BOARD MEMBER CONCERNS AND LIAISON REPORTS
TOWN MANAGER REPORT
CONSENT AGENDA
ITEMS FOR INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION
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1.Hearing: Noise Bylaw Special Permit - Town Of Lexington - Culvert Lining
Project
6:45pm
2.Discussion: Regarding Lexington Food Pantry Seeking New Operational Location
6:55pm
3.Update: Lexington High School Project Dashboard
7:05pm
4.Discussion: Update on Lexington High School Project Financing
7:15pm
5.Discussion and Direction: Trash and Recycling Collection Program Options
7:35pm
6.Presentation:“Eye on Water" Water Usage Monitoring Program
8:05pm
1.Anticipated Adjournment
8:20pm
1.Meeting Information
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ADJOURN
MEETING INFORMATION
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PRESENTER:
Joe Pato, Chair
ITEM
NUMBER:
1
AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
LEXINGTON SELECT BOARD MEETING
AGENDA SECTION TITLE:
SELECT BOARD MEMBER CONCERNS AND LIAISON REPORTS
AGENDA ITEM TITLE:
Select Board Member Announcements and Liaison Reports
SUMMARY:
Under this item, Select Board Members can provide verbal updates, make announcements, as well as
comment on any additional points or concerns.
Resources for Immigrant Rights, Travel and Protection
ATTACHMENTS:
2026-08-03-Email-Summary-revised.pdf
08172026_Select_Board_Announcements_and_Liaison_Reports.pdf
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Select Board Briefing: Email Collection
Messages received July 16 – August 11, 2026 |20 messages
Prepared from public comment emails received July 16–August 11, 2026. Message
numbers are assigned in chronological order from oldest to newest. Content generated
using Microsoft CoPilot using the prompts in Section 5.
NOTE: The issue in message #10 is in response to “an undocumented claim of a 1967
pedestrian fatality.” The previous AI summary mis-interpreted the word “reported” in the
email as a documented claim rather than an assertion made. This draft (8/16) corrects that
error.
1. Email Message Inventory
Msg.
No.
Date Subject Issues covered Town
committee?
1 July 16,
2026,
1:22 PM
9-11 Cedar Street
Historical
Commission meeting
Historical Commission process;
demolition delay; oversight;
property hardship
No
2 July 16,
2026,
4:28 PM
Safeguard Town's
relationship with
Minuteman National
Historical Park
114 Wood Street development;
vernal pool; National Park
Service administrative authority;
historic and environmental
sensitivity
No
3 July 16,
2026,
4:35 PM
114 Wood Street
deed from 1992
Deed restriction/intent for 114
Wood Street; Minuteman Park
boundary; supporting
documentation
No
4 July 16,
2026,
9:27 PM
Letter to Select Board
re SOC.pdf
High school project; wetland
permitting; Superseding Order
of Conditions; alternatives to
wetland impacts
No
5 July 17,
2026,
3:42 AM
Suggestion for
Lexington automated
trash overflow bag
retail locations
Trash modernization; overflow
bag retail access;
aƯordability/convenience
No
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Msg.
No.
Date Subject Issues covered Town
committee?
6 July 18,
2026,
8:23 AM
Urgent coyotes
problem at Poor Farm
and nearby streets
Coyote attacks; public safety;
animal control response;
immediate action
No
7 July 18,
2026,
5:09 PM
Munroe Pavilion Munroe Arts Center pavilion;
historic district concerns; noise;
lighting; traƯic
No
8 July 19,
2026,
1:06 PM
Serious and terrifying
coyote issue
Coyote incidents; wildlife
investigation; den sites;
management plan
No
9 July 19,
2026,
1:58 PM
Re: Urgent coyotes
problem at Poor Farm
and nearby streets
Coyote attacks; legal authority;
documented dog bites; public-
safety intervention
No
10 July 19,
2026,
9:23 PM
Letter from the
Bicycle Advisory
Committee
Bicycle by-law history; sidewalk
riding; state-law consistency;
historical record
Yes
11 July 20,
2026,
9:01 AM
Re: Urgent coyotes
problem at Poor Farm
and nearby streets
Coyote behavior; MassWildlife
consultation; temporary
closure/pet precautions; wildlife
protection
No
12 July 22,
2026,
12:37
AM
Low bar for trash
analysis
Trash modernization;
survey/data concerns; cart size;
fees; community feedback
No
13 July 25,
2026,
1:55 PM
Help With Monroe
Center Performing
Arts Venue Proposal
Concerns
Munroe pavilion; safety;
maintenance; traƯic/parking;
noise/lights; oversight
No
14 July 26,
2026,
7:26 PM
Munroe Center for
the Arts
Outdoor performance venue;
traƯic congestion; driver
distraction; pedestrian safety;
parking
No
15 July 27,
2026,
7:11 AM
Supplementary
submission to
MassDEP for the high
school project
High school wetlands appeal;
alternatives; parking/vehicular
circulation redesign;
schedule/cost
No
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Msg.
No.
Date Subject Issues covered Town
committee?
16 July 27,
2026,
12:36
PM
South Lexington Civic
Association request
meeting with Select
Board in September
2026 regarding traƯic
issues
South Lexington traƯic
mitigation; funding;
development impacts; meeting
request
No
17 July 29,
2026,
11:42
AM
Munroe Center
Pavilion
Munroe pavilion; visual impact;
Mass Avenue distraction;
alternative location
No
18 July 29,
2026,
12:18
PM
Housing Partnership
Board requests
regarding Ms.
Kowalski's
replacement and
Housing OƯicer
AƯordable housing staƯing;
knowledgeable housing
advocate; Housing OƯicer;
housing services
Yes
19 August
6, 2026,
12:48
PM
Munroe Arts Pavilion Munroe pavilion; historic views;
alternative performance
locations
No
20 August
11,
2026,
10:16
PM
Sustainable
Lexington support for
35- and 48-gallon
baseline cart size to
move forward
Trash modernization; 35- and
48-gallon options; waste
reduction; fiscal savings;
accommodations
Yes
2. Issue Counts
Issue Number of
messages
Munroe Arts Center pavilion / outdoor performance venue 5
Coyote activity and public safety near Poor Farm and nearby
streets
4
Trash modernization / cart size / overflow bags / public process 3
6
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Issue Number of
messages
High school wetland permitting / MassDEP SOC / alternatives 2
114 Wood Street / Minuteman National Historical Park / vernal
pool
2
Historical Commission demolition delay / 9-11 Cedar Street 1
Bicycle by-law history and sidewalk riding 1
AƯordable housing staƯing and Housing OƯicer 1
South Lexington traƯic mitigation and funding 1
3. Summary by Issue
Munroe Arts Center pavilion / outdoor performance venue: Five messages
oppose or question the proposed pavilion, citing eƯects on historic views and
district character, Mass Avenue safety and driver distraction, traƯic and parking,
noise and lighting, property maintenance, oversight, and whether alternate
locations could serve the same purpose. Supporting messages: 7, 13, 14, 17, 19.
Coyote activity and public safety: Four messages describe escalating coyote
encounters near Poor Farm, Jean Road, Lake Street, Childs Street, and nearby
areas. Residents request investigation, identification of den sites, review of animal-
control response, and a management plan. A Town staƯ response reports
consultation with MassWildlife and notes likely pup-related territorial behavior, with
temporary closure and pet precautions as likely recommendations. Supporting
messages: 6, 8, 9, 11.
Trash modernization: Three messages address the automated trash/PAAT program.
One suggests selling Lexington overflow bags at the Burlington Market Basket for
resident convenience; one criticizes survey design, analysis, cart-size choices, and
public-feedback process; and one Town committee recommendation supports
moving forward with 35- and 48-gallon baseline options, with accommodations and
transition support. Supporting messages: 5, 12, 20.
High school wetlands / SOC appeal: Two messages from a ten-citizen group
concern the high school project’s wetland permitting. They argue that the Town
should consider alternatives that avoid or minimize impacts to bordering vegetated
wetlands, including redesign of parking and vehicular circulation, and should work
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with MassDEP and the Conservation Commission rather than litigating the appeal.
Supporting messages: 4, 15.
114 Wood Street and Minuteman National Historical Park: Two messages raise
concerns about a proposed 15-unit development near a vernal pool and land
associated with Minute Man National Historical Park. The messages cite National
Park Service administrative-authority questions, environmental sensitivity, historical
sensitivity, and deed language from 1992. Supporting messages: 2, 3.
Historical Commission demolition delay: One message asks for Select
Board/Town Manager oversight of the Historical Commission after a 21-month
demolition delay for 9-11 Cedar Street, citing process concerns, alleged lack of
preparation, property condition, financial hardship, and a request to waive the
delay. Supporting message: 1.
Bicycle by-law history: One Town committee message provides historical research
on Lexington’s bicycle by-law, concluding that the present restriction on riding in
business-district sidewalks arose from alignment with state law rather than an
undocumented claim of a 1967 pedestrian fatality. Supporting message: 10.
AƯordable housing staƯing: One Town committee message asks that the
replacement for the Assistant Town Manager for Development be a strong housing
advocate and urges creation of a Housing OƯicer position to support aƯordable and
middle-market housing, fair housing compliance, resident assistance, partnerships,
policy development, and grants. Supporting message: 18.
South Lexington traƯic mitigation: One message requests a September 2026
meeting with the Select Board and Town Manager to discuss South Lexington traƯic
improvements, mitigation funding, development pressures, and concern that
resources are being diverted elsewhere. Supporting message: 16.
4. Neutral Briefing Memo for the Select Board
To: Select Board
Re: Summary of email correspondence received July 16–August 11, 2026
Purpose: To provide a neutral issue-based briefing on email messages received by the
Select Board, without identifying individual senders.
The collection contains 20 enumerated messages covering municipal operations, land use,
public safety, environmental permitting, transportation, historic preservation, housing, and
waste-management policy. Three messages came from Town committees: the Bicycle
Advisory Committee, the Housing Partnership Board, and the Sustainable Lexington
Committee.
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Key themes. The largest cluster concerns the proposed Munroe Arts Center pavilion, with
residents raising concerns about historic character, views along Massachusetts Avenue,
safety, traƯic, parking, noise, lighting, property maintenance, and governance/oversight. A
second cluster concerns reports of unusual or aggressive coyote activity near Poor Farm
and nearby streets, including requests for investigation, management planning, and
clarification of animal-control response. Trash modernization appears in both resident and
committee correspondence, with points raised about overflow-bag logistics, cart-size
analysis, resident costs, community engagement, waste reduction, fiscal impacts, and
accommodations.
Additional matters. The high school project generated two messages focused on wetland
permitting and a MassDEP Superseding Order of Conditions appeal, including suggested
alternatives intended to avoid or reduce wetland impacts. Two messages concern 114
Wood Street, the adjacent vernal pool, and questions involving Minute Man National
Historical Park and historical/environmental sensitivity. Other single-message issues
include Historical Commission process and demolition delay at 9-11 Cedar Street, South
Lexington traƯic mitigation funding, bicycle by-law history, and aƯordable housing staƯing.
5. Prompts Used to Create This Document
1. Enumerate each email message; create a table of subject, date, issues covered,
message number, and whether the message came from a Town committee; order
the table from oldest to newest; exclude sender identification.
2. Create a table of issues and the number of messages addressing each issue.
3. Summarize the email collection by issue and identify supporting messages by
message number.
4. Rewrite the collection as a neutral briefing memo for the Select Board.
5. Add a section identifying the prompts used to create the document.
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Select Board Announcements and Liaison Reports – August 17, 2026
Jill Hai, Select Board Member
Select Board Chair Joe Pato and I recently met with Planning Board members Bob Creech and
Melanie Thompson, as well as Housing Partnership Board members Nanette Byrnes and Betsey
Weiss, to follow up on their joint presentation to the Select Board earlier this spring. The
meeting focused on establishing ongoing inter-board coordination, prioritizing key initiatives,
clarifying areas of responsibility, and defining short-, mid-, and long-term objectives. All three
bodies remain unified in their support of expanding housing access in Lexington.
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PRESENTER:
Joe Pato, Select Board/School Building Committee Member
ITEM
NUMBER:
2
AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
LEXINGTON SELECT BOARD MEETING
AGENDA SECTION TITLE:
SELECT BOARD MEMBER CONCERNS AND LIAISON REPORTS
AGENDA ITEM TITLE:
Lexington High School Project Update to Board
SUMMARY:
Under this standing item, the Select Board will share general updates on the Lexington High School
Project, including progress reports, key milestones, and upcoming actions. This item is intended to
provide regular updates to the community on the project’s status and next steps.
Public comment will not be taken on this item.
For additional information and live updates, visit the project website: www.lhsproject.lexingtonma.org
FOLLOW-UP:
Select Board Office
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ITEM
NUMBER:
1
AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
LEXINGTON SELECT BOARD MEETING
AGENDA SECTION TITLE:
TOWN MANAGER REPORT
AGENDA ITEM TITLE:
Town Manager Weekly Update
SUMMARY:
Under this item, the Town Manager can provide verbal updates, make announcements, as well as
comment on any additional points or concerns.
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PRESENTER:
Joe Pato, Chair
ITEM
NUMBER:
1
AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
LEXINGTON SELECT BOARD MEETING
AGENDA SECTION TITLE:
CONSENT AGENDA
AGENDA ITEM TITLE:
Approve: One Day Liquor License - Munroe Center for the Arts, 1403 Massachusetts Ave
SUMMARY:
Category: Decision-Making
The Munroe Center for the Arts is requesting a One-Day Liquor License to serve beer, wine, and
limoncello spritz during its Annual Lemonade Social, to be held on the front lawn at 1403 Massachusetts
Avenue on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM.
The request has been reviewed by the Police Department, Fire Department, and Grounds Division, all of
whom have no concerns.
PROPOSED MOTION:
Move to approve a One-Day Liquor License for the Munroe Center for the Arts to serve beer, wine, and
limoncello spritz at the Annual Lemonade Social on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, from 6:30 PM to
8:30 PM at 1403 Massachusetts Avenue.
Move to approve the consent.
FOLLOW-UP:
Select Board Office.
ATTACHMENTS:
Lemonade Social Event Diagram.png
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PRESENTER:
Joe Pato, Chair
ITEM
NUMBER:
2
AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
LEXINGTON SELECT BOARD MEETING
AGENDA SECTION TITLE:
CONSENT AGENDA
AGENDA ITEM TITLE:
Approve: One-Day Liquor License(s) - Lexington History Museums, 13 Depot Square & 1 Bedford
Street
SUMMARY:
Category: Decision-Making
Lexington History Museums is requesting 2 One-Day Liquor Licenses for the following events:
An Intoxicating History of the American Revolution, Thursday, August 20, 2026, 6:30 PM to
8:30 PM, at the Lexington Depot, 13 Depot Square, Lexington, MA 02420. Alcohol service will
feature "First Shot Rum" served in a signature mixed punch.
Annual Halloween Murder Mystery Tavern Night, Friday, October 9, 2026, 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM,
at Buckman Tavern, 1 Bedford Street, Lexington, MA 02420. Type of liquor to be served: Beer
and wine.
The relevant departments have reviewed this request and have no objections.
PROPOSED MOTION:
Move to approve 2 One-Day Liquor Licenses for Lexington History Museums to serve rum beverages
at 13 Depot Square, Lexington, MA on 8/20/26, and to serve beer & wine at 1 Bedford Street,
Lexington, MA on 10/9/26, each from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM.
Move to approve the consent.
FOLLOW-UP:
Select Board Office.
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PRESENTER:
Joe Pato, Chair
ITEM
NUMBER:
3
AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
LEXINGTON SELECT BOARD MEETING
AGENDA SECTION TITLE:
CONSENT AGENDA
AGENDA ITEM TITLE:
Approve: One-Day Liquor License - Off Beat Tap Company, 1403 Massachusetts Avenue
SUMMARY:
Category: Decision-Making
The Off Beat Tap Company is requesting a One-Day Liquor License to serve beer and wine for the
purpose of the Seasonal Suites Tap Dance event, on Saturday, August 22, 2026 2:00 PM - 4:30 PM at
the Munroe Center for the Arts, 1403 Massachusetts Avenue.
PROPOSED MOTION:
To approve a One-Day Liquor License for the Off Beat Tap Company to serve to serve beer and wine
for the purpose of the Seasonal Suites Tap Dance event, on Saturday, August 22, 2026 2:00 PM - 4:30
PM at the Munroe Center for the Arts, 1403 Massachusetts Avenue.
Move to approve the consent.
FOLLOW-UP:
Select Board Office.
ATTACHMENTS:
Seasonal Suites DIagram.pdf
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Event Layout Diagram
Seasonal Suites
Friday, November 1, 2024 - 7:30pm to 9:00 pm
Off Beat Tap Company is hosting drinks and entertainment to debut a series of Seasonal
Suites! Guests will enjoy short suites of jazz music and tap dancing while savoring fall-
themed sweets and cocktails. Socialize with friends and neighbors amidst the sounds of
jazz standards like "Autumn Leaves" and the tap talent of Ryan Casey, Kelly Kaleta, and
Nicole Holloway.
Munroe Center for the Arts
1403 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington MA
Reception Area
Serving Area
Exit
Massachusetts Avenue
Parking Lot
Overflow Area
Entry
Foyer
Music
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PRESENTER:
Joe Pato, Chair
ITEM
NUMBER:
4
AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
LEXINGTON SELECT BOARD MEETING
AGENDA SECTION TITLE:
CONSENT AGENDA
AGENDA ITEM TITLE:
Approve: One-Day Liquor License(s) - Spectacle Management, Inc., 1605 Massachusetts Avenue
SUMMARY:
Category: Decision-Making
Spectacle Live is requesting four One-Day Liquor Licenses to serve beer and wine at Cary Memorial
Building, located at 1605 Massachusetts Avenue, for their Concert Series. The concerts are scheduled
for the following dates and times:
Thursday, September 17, 2026 from 6:30 PM to 10:30 PM - Kenny G;
Saturday, September 19, 2026 from 6:30 PM to 10:30 PM - Paul Nardizzi;
Friday, October 15, 2026 from 6:30 PM to 10:30 PM - Neko Case;
Saturday, October 23. 2026 from 6:30 PM to 10:30 PM - Justin Mckinney
The relevant departments have reviewed this request and have no objections.
PROPOSED MOTION:
Move to approve four One-Day Liquor Licenses for Spectacle Live to serve beer and wine at Cary
Memorial Building, 1605 Massachusetts Avenue, for their Concert Series on Thursday, September 17,
2026; Saturday, September 19, 2026; Friday, October 15, 2026; Saturday, October 23. 2026 from 6:30
PM to 10:30 PM.
Move to approve the consent.
FOLLOW-UP:
Select Board Office
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PRESENTER:
Joe Pato, Chair
ITEM
NUMBER:
5
AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
LEXINGTON SELECT BOARD MEETING
AGENDA SECTION TITLE:
CONSENT AGENDA
AGENDA ITEM TITLE:
Approve: Annual Theater License Renewals - Lexington Venue
SUMMARY:
Category: Decision-Making
Hastings Cinema Project, Inc. d/b/a Lexington Venue, 1794 Massachusetts Avenue, has submitted
an application, and all necessary documents, to renew two Theater Licenses for the purpose of showing
movies in Cinemas 1 and 2. Their current licenses expire on September 1, 2026.
The Fire Safety Inspection was completed and passed on July 28, 2026. A Certificate of Inspection was
issued in June 24, 2026 by the Building Inspector. The Zoning Administrator did not have any
concerns.
PROPOSED MOTION:
To approve the application and issue two Theater Licenses to Hastings Cinema Project, Inc. d/b/a
Lexington Venue, 1794 Massachusetts Avenue, for Cinema 1 and Cinema 2 to show movies from
September 1, 2026 through August 31, 2027.
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PRESENTER:
Joe Pato, Chair
ITEM
NUMBER:
6
AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
LEXINGTON SELECT BOARD MEETING
AGENDA SECTION TITLE:
CONSENT AGENDA
AGENDA ITEM TITLE:
Approve: Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) AFSCME Public Safety Dispatchers Union
SUMMARY:
Category: Decision-making
The Town and the AFSCME Public Safety Dispatchers Union have come to terms for the Collective
Bargaining Agreement within the parameters the Board had authorized.
The Board is being asked to approve the collective bargaining agreement Memorandum of
Understanding and authorize the Town Manager to sign and execute it.
PROPOSED MOTION:
To approve, and authorize the Town Manager to sign, the collective bargaining agreement
Memorandum of Understanding between the Town and the AFSCME Public Safety Dispatchers Union
for the period of July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2029.
Move to approve the consent
ATTACHMENTS:
MOU Dispatchers FY27-FY29.pdf
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Memorandum of Agreement
Between the
Town of Lexington
And
AFSCME Local 1703
Public Safety Dispatchers
The Town of Lexington and the AFSCME Local 1703 Public Safety Dispatchers, hereby agree to the
following amendments to the collective bargaining agreement dated July 1, 2026 to June 30,2029:
1. Article 2 Salary
2.1: Base Wages
Fiscal Year
Fiscal Year 2027
July 1, 2026
Fiscal Year 2028
July 1, 2027
Fiscal Year 2029
July 1, 2028
Base Wage
Increase
2.5%
2% 2%
Market
Adjustment for all
Steps
5% 3% 2%
See Attached Wage Schedule Appendix A
2. Article 32: Special Division Assignments and Other Details
Matron Duty, Traffic, Labor and Holiday and Road Work Details. Effective July 1, 2026, Matron Duty,
Traffic Detail pay and Road Job assignments will be paid in accordance with the rates established for the
Traffic Unit.
Administrative Fee- The Town of Lexington reserves the right to assign an administrative fee to the
extent authorized by state law.
Payments of extra paid details shall be made in accordance with Massachusetts General Law.
All full-time sworn officers of the Lexington Police Department will have the “right of first refusal” of
police details in Lexington. Subject to approval of the Police Chief and the Town Manager, if full time
sworn police officers of the Lexington Police Department, exercising their right of first refusal elect not
to work a detail, then the Town may use qualified police officer retirees (except disability retirees), full
time police department employees and part time police department employees and others, who are
qualified and have been appointed Lexington Police Department Traffic Officers by the Town Manager.
The “right of first refusal” for working details will pass from full-time sworn Lexington Police Officers
to Lexington Police Officers (retired), then full-time Dispatch personnel, followed by others. The Detail
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Supervisor, to the best of his or her ability, will separately assign road jobs equitably to Traffic Officers
(including Dispatchers) who request a road job(s) for any given week.
3. Article 37 Direct Deposit
Add the following:
Effective July 1, 2026, all employees must have their payroll stubs sent to an email address of their
choosing. Paper advices will no longer be provided after this date.
4. Article 15 Holidays
15.3 Memorial Day and Veteran’s Day will be added to this section.
5. Article 29 Duration
“This Agreement shall continue and remain in full force and effect from July 1, 2026 through June 30,
2029. . .”
For the Town: For the Union:
Steve Bartha Date David Cottam Date
Town Manager President, AFSCME Local 1703
Witness Date Therese Cooper Date
AFSCME Representative
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PRESENTER:
John Livsey, Town Engineer
ITEM
NUMBER:
1
AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
LEXINGTON SELECT BOARD MEETING
AGENDA SECTION TITLE:
ITEMS FOR INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION
AGENDA ITEM TITLE:
Hearing: Noise Bylaw Special Permit - Town Of Lexington - Culvert Lining Project
SUMMARY:
Category: Hearing
The Engineering Division respectfully requests that the Select Board approve a Noise Bylaw Special
Permit to allow work outside the Noise Bylaw permitted hours for the lining of a 48-inch culvert in the
Grove Street area that extends to the south side of the Route 95 bridge.
The majority of the work will be completed during permitted hours; however, additional time outside
those hours may be necessary to complete the lining process in a single day and avoid interruption of
the work. The work is anticipated to take place on a date, to be determined, in September 2026.
The culvert lining operation is anticipated to begin at approximately 7:00 AM and, under a best-case
scenario, conclude by approximately 7:00 PM. A more typical scenario may require work to continue as
late as 12:00 AM to complete the lining and curing process. The lining operation must be performed
continuously without interruption, making the additional hours necessary to complete the work once the
process has begun.
Equipment on site is expected to include a support truck, jetvac truck, TV/inspection truck, rack truck
for transporting the liners, diesel generator(s), water pump(s), and, if needed, an air compressor. After
5:00 PM, National Water Main Cleaning Co (NWMCC) will make every effort to minimize noise from
the construction site; however, some noise is expected from the equipment and crew activities required
to complete the lining and curing process.
A notice of work would be provided to all abutters via either a mailing or hand delivery to all those
within a 300-foot buffer zone of the project with a specific date once we can determine the precise day.
Constant contact and website updates will also be used to communicate.
A notice of this hearing was posted to the Town Website Legal Notice page and also delivered to the
abutters (there were minimal abutters) within the 300' of the work area.
PROPOSED MOTION:
Move to approve the Noise Bylaw Special Permit requested by the Engineering Division and National
Water Main Cleaning Co. (NWMCC) for the 48-inch culvert lining project in the Grove Street area,
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allowing work outside the hours permitted under the Noise Bylaw on a date to be determined in
September 2026. Work may begin before 7:00 AM and, if necessary, continue as late as or past 12:00
AM to complete the lining and curing process. Advance notice will be provided to abutters within 300
feet of the project once the work date is established. The permit is granted with the understanding that
the lining operation must be completed continuously without interruption.
DATE AND APPROXIMATE TIME ON AGENDA:
ATTACHMENTS:
Noise bylaw waiver request.pdf
Grove St Locus Plan.pdf
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Select Board
FROM: John Livsey, Town Engineer
DATE: August 4, 2026
SUBJECT: Grove Street Night Work
The DPW-Engineering division along with their contractor National Water Main Cleaning Co. are lining
a 48” culvert that crosses under Grove Street to the south side of the Route 95 bridge. We are requesting a
hearing to discuss the option of night work.
Listed below are the necessary details for your information.
Agenda Item/Title
Grove Street night work request
Whether a Vote of the Select Board is being requested, whether this is an update on a previous item
or if it is for informational purposes only and what you need from the Select Board (directional
guidance, approval, etc.)
A vote to allow work that will extend into night hours on a single day in September is requested. Given
that the request violates the permitted work hours established under Chapter 80, Section 4 of the Town of
Lexington Noise Control Ordinance, we are requesting a temporary waiver.
A summary explanation of what is being presented including costs and funding source, plan for
public outreach, impact on department work/goals and any alignment with the Select Board goals.
Scope of Work
The culvert on Grove Street is 183 feet in length and is buried 28 feet deep and directly abuts the Grove
Street bridge spanning Route 95. The proposed work is an ultra-violet (UV) light cured in place
fiberglass reinforced liner. This liner will extend the life of the culvert for a minimum of 50 years. The
alternative and more traditional approach to lining would be an open-cut excavation and total replacement
of the culvert. An open-cut excavation would take several months to complete, which would entail a full
road closure during those months. We have chosen this restoration method due to the limited
environmental impacts, traffic impacts and significantly reduced cost. The wetland disturbance is minor
at both the inlet and outlet of the culvert and permits are in hand. The roadway will remain open for
almost the entirety of the work with a full detour anticipated for less than a single day and not on the day
of the lining. The time to complete the work is one week as compared to three to six months for an open-
cut replacement.
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The work being performed is not without noise. The day of the liner pull the following noise generating
equipment is expected to be in use;
• 2007 Freightliner support truck – NWMCC
• 2022 Freightliner Jetvac truck – NWMCC
• 2024 Isuzu TV/inspection truck – NWMCC
• Rack truck (used to transport liners; idle/staging only) – NWMCC
• Diesel generator(s) – Sunbelt Rentals
• Water pump(s) – Sunbelt Rentals
• Air compressor (if used for liner inversion/inflation) – Sunbelt Rentals
The estimated noise level is as follows;
Estimated Noise Level (dBA), by Distance
Equipment Source 50 ft 100 ft 200 ft 400 ft
Freightliner support truck NWMCC 84 dB 78 dB 72 dB 66 dB
Jetvac truck (in operation) NWMCC 85 dB 79 dB 73 dB 67 dB
TV/inspection truck (in operation) NWMCC 80 dB 74 dB 68 dB 62 dB
Rack truck (liner transport, idle/staging) NWMCC 65–70 dB 59–64 dB 53–58 dB 47–52 dB
Diesel generator(s) Sunbelt Rentals 81 dB 75 dB 69 dB 63 dB
Water pump(s) Sunbelt Rentals 81 dB 75 dB 69 dB 63 dB
Air compressor (if used) Sunbelt Rentals 80–85 dB 74–79 dB 68–73 dB 62–67 dB
Calculated using: dB(d2) = dB(d1) − 20 × log₁₀(d2 / d1), with 50 ft as the reference distance per FHWA
Roadway Construction Noise Model (RCNM) standard equipment data. Actual field levels will vary with
equipment condition, load, terrain, and barriers between source and receptor.
General description of anticipated noise and duration:
On the day of the culvert lining operation, work is anticipated to begin at 7:00 AM and, under a best-case
scenario, conclude by approximately 7:00 PM. A more typical scenario may require work to continue
until as late as 12:00 AM to complete the lining and curing process. Equipment on-site will include a
support truck, jetvac truck, TV/inspection truck, and rack truck (used to transport liners), along with
diesel generator(s), water pump(s), and, if needed, an air compressor. After 5:00 PM, NWMCC will make
every effort to minimize noise generated from the construction site; however, some noise is expected
from the generator(s), pumps, air compressor, jetvac and inspection truck operation, and crew activities
associated with completing the curing of the new culvert liner.
It is important to note that the lining work CAN NOT be performed with interruptions. It must be
a continuous operation, and this is the reason said waiver is requested.
Costs and Funding Source
The cost of the project is approximately four hundred thousand and is a proactive approach to avoid the
more traditional open-cut culvert replacement. The open-cut replacement would likely exceed four
million dollars due to the length, depth, proximity to the Route 95 bridge and the environmental impacts.
The funding source for the lining is mainly through a MassDOT grant with limited town funding. There
is no identified funding source for an open-cut replacement. It would be grant eligible but would likely
include significant town funding as well.
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Plan for Public Outreach
A notice will be provided to all abutters via either a mailing or hand delivery to all those within a 500-foot
buffer zone of the project with a specific date once we can determine the precise day. A locus with
distances to the most proximate homes is attached. Constant contact and website updates will also be used
to communicate. Additionally, an internal email chain that reaches public safety, local transportation
services and other critical users will be sent.
Impact and Alignment of Goals
The work being proposed is in concert with the Select Board’s FY 24 - FY 25 goal 4 ‘to recognize and
minimize issues around construction preserving quality of life.’
Suggested Motion
Move to provide a temporary waiver of the Noise Control Ordinance established under Chapter 80,
Section 4 to allow a single day of night work in September for the lining of the culvert.
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PRESENTER:
Board Discussion
ITEM
NUMBER:
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AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
LEXINGTON SELECT BOARD MEETING
AGENDA SECTION TITLE:
ITEMS FOR INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION
AGENDA ITEM TITLE:
Discussion: Regarding Lexington Food Pantry Seeking New Operational Location
SUMMARY:
Category: Discussion
Usha Thakur, Manager of the Lexington Interfaith Food Pantry, and State Representative Michelle
Ciccolo will update the Select Board on the Lexington Food Pantry’s search for a new operational
location. The discussion will include the Pantry’s current space and operational needs, challenges
associated with identifying a suitable new location, and potential opportunities, ideas, and resources that
may assist with the search.
FOLLOW-UP:
Select Board Office
DATE AND APPROXIMATE TIME ON AGENDA:
ATTACHMENTS:
Presentation
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August 17th, Lexington Select Board
Lexington
Interfaith
Outreach Food
Pantry
Taskforce
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Existing Services
Weekly Pantry (Saturdays 9:30 - 1pm)Weekly Pantry (Saturdays 9:30 - 1pm)
• 150 families (550 individuals) most in person (10% deliveries)
• 200% increase since 2020
• 7 fold increase in the number of children since 2020
OperationsOperations
• Great Hall - Church of our Redeemer
• Friday set up (10am - 3pm)
• Saturday operations and complete clean up (7am - 2pm)
• 100% volunteer run
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Space Needs
Friday/Saturday Operations
• ~3,000 sq feet of open space
• Parking for at least 30 cars
• Ideally ground level
• Accessible by public transportation
• ADA Accessible
Storage
• Dedicated access to allow for sorting and restocking
• 1000 sq feet of dry storage space (ideally with shelving)
• 50 - 80 cu feet of refrigerated space
• 20 cu feet for freezer space
• Storage for shopping carts
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Earmark genesis
Filed by State Rep. Michelle Ciccolo in
State Operating Budget (FY27)
Supported by the Legislative Delegation:
Rep. Ken Gordon, Senators Cindy
Friedman & Mike Barrett
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Earmark Details -$75,000
Department of Agricultural Resources:
Line 2511-0107
All funding must be spent by -
June 30th, 2027
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Earmark Details
“Not less than $75,000 shall be expended
to the Lexington Interfaith Outreach Food
Pantry, Inc.
for operations, rent support,
feasibility studies and planning for potential
new locations and efficiency improvements
for the Lexington food pantry”
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Task Force Creation
An ad hoc committee established for the purpose of
assisting the Lexington Interfaith Outreach Food Pantry
with finding a permanent, dedicated, physical location
for its operations and spending the earmark in
accordance with the state’s appropriation.
Co-Chairs: Rep. Michelle Ciccolo and Cindy
Schlessinger, with members from across community,
civic, and town leadership with a variety of areas of
expertise.
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Task Force Membership (still in formation)
Jill Hai Megan
Holding
Bob
Burbidge Vinita Verma
John Zhao Doug
Lucente
Lester
Savage Gerry Frank
Usha
Thakrar
Carolyn
Wortman
Dana
Bickleman
With further
members
pending
Co-Chairs Rep. Michelle Ciccolo & Cindy Schlessinger
MEMBERS:
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How You Can Help
Become informed Build community
awareness Make connections
Spread the word
about timely needs
Take a volunteer
shift
Donate food or
other resources
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Next Steps:
Monthly Task Force Meetings
Check-ins with the Select Board &
other civic groups
Public fundraising campaign
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Contact Us:
michelle.ciccolo@mahouse.gov
lexfoodpantry@gmail.com
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08/17/2026 7:05pm
PRESENTER:
Mike Cronin, Director of Public Facilities
ITEM
NUMBER:
3
AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
LEXINGTON SELECT BOARD MEETING
AGENDA SECTION TITLE:
ITEMS FOR INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION
AGENDA ITEM TITLE:
Update: Lexington High School Project Dashboard
SUMMARY:
Category: Informing
In March 2026, Mike Cronin, Director of Public Facilities, demonstrated the Lexington High School
Construction Project Dashboard for the Select Board. Today, he will provide an update on the
dashboard and its ongoing development and use.
Lexington High School Construction Project Dashboard
FOLLOW-UP:
Select Board Office
DATE AND APPROXIMATE TIME ON AGENDA:
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08/17/2026 7:15pm
PRESENTER:
Carolyn Kosnoff, Assistant Town Manager for Finance
ITEM
NUMBER:
4
AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
LEXINGTON SELECT BOARD MEETING
AGENDA SECTION TITLE:
ITEMS FOR INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION
AGENDA ITEM TITLE:
Discussion: Update on Lexington High School Project Financing
SUMMARY:
Category: Informing
Staff will provide a brief update on the financing of the Lexington High School construction project,
including the first tranche of debt (i.e. municipal bond) to be issued this August, and the current market
environment. Summary slides are attached for reference.
FOLLOW-UP:
Town Manager's Office.
DATE AND APPROXIMATE TIME ON AGENDA:
ATTACHMENTS:
LHS Financing Update_8.12.2026.pdf
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Town of Lexington
Select Board Meeting
LHS Financing Update
August 17, 2026
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Town of Lexington - LHS Financing Update
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LHS Financing Schedule and Timeline
•The modeled financing plan included 5 tranches of debt over 5 years, with
Bond Anticipation Notes (BANs) issued in the Summer, and permanent
financing with Bonds in February (our past practice).
•The updated plan is to issue the first Bonds this August, and forgo the first
round BAN’s. Future tranches are likely to be bonded in June.
•Benefits of issuing permanent financing in September/June:
•Ensures a completed/fresh Audit of prior-year results
•Ensures a balanced/approved budget for new fiscal year
•Allows for projected current-year-end results
•Bond proceeds will earn interest for almost a full fiscal year before a
principal payment is due.
•Cons of issuing permanent financing in September/June:
•Debt service may differ from the current approved budget and may
need to be adjusted at the Fall Special Town Meeting. This is primarily
a concern for within-levy or enterprise debt. This would not impact
exempt debt service, only the approved amount of tax mitigation.
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Town of Lexington - LHS Financing Update
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LHS Financing – Tranche #1: $125M
•Staff are preparing the first tranche of debt ($125M) to sell the week of
August 24th, with an award of sale on August 31st.
•$125 million will cover spending from June 2026 to now, plus what we
project to spend through June 2027.
•Tranche #2 is being planned for June 2027, and will cover projected
spending through the following fiscal year 2028. Future tranches are
expected to follow a similar schedule.
•Staff and our financial advisors will continue to monitor our flow of
expenditures, market conditions, and interest rates and may adjust the
annual schedule accordingly.
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Town of Lexington - LHS Financing Update
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Current Economic Conditions
•At a recent meeting of the Federal Reserve, policy makers left interest rates
unchanged. There appears to be consideration for raising rates in the
future. Our original financing model expected rates to be trending downward
at this time.
•The yield curve currently has a steep tail – this means that shorter-term
debt (5/10/15 years) will lock a much lower interest rate than longer-term
debt (20/25/30 years).
•The 5-year spread is expected to be in the range of 25 basis points – i.e. if
30-year debt is selling at 4.15%, 25-year debt would be approx. 3.90%.
•This tranche will be structured as level payment debt service vs. the level
principal the Town typically issues. This means larger amounts of principal
will remain outstanding for longer and will skew the TIC slightly higher than
experienced in past bond structures.
•We expect the size of the issue ($125M, anticipated AAA-rated) to be an
attractive, competitive sale.
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Town of Lexington - LHS Financing Update
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Select Board Considerations
•In the current market, the rate, or True Interest Cost (TIC) of this sale, at 30
years, is expected to be slightly over our modeled rate of 4%.
•Taxpayer impact of 15 basis points on $125M (30 years at 4.15% vs. 30
years at 4.00%) adds approximately $10/year to the taxes on a home of
median value.
•To lock a TIC under 4%, the bond term would need to be reduced to 25
years. A change in term to 25 years would save the Town approximately
$19M in interest over the life of the bond.
•This would increase debt service for current taxpayers, and reduce the
impact for taxpayers from 25-30 years from now. A change in term to 25
years adds approximately $40/year to the home of median value for the 25-
year life of the bond, and reduces taxes by $500/year for the last 5 years.
•We expect to generate a material amount of interest earnings on bond
proceeds throughout the year, which will increase our Free Cash balance
as of 6/30/2027. Summit Boards and Committees will need to address how
to allocate this surplus revenue in future budgets.
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Town of Lexington - LHS Financing Update
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Lexington High School Bond Issue - Tranche #1; $125M; August 2026*
Bond Term (years)30 Bond Term (years)30 Bond Term (years)25
Bond Interest Rate:4.00%Bond Interest Rate:4.15%Bond Interest Rate:3.90%Amount:125,000,000 Amount:125,000,000 Amount:125,000,000
Year Principal Interest
Total Annual
Payment
Taxpayer
Impact*Principal Interest
Total Annual
Payment
Taxpayer
Impact*
Variance
from Model Principal Interest
Total Annual
Payment
Taxpayer
Impact*
Variance
from Model
FY2027 $0 $3,800,000 $3,800,000 $270 $0 $3,942,500 $3,942,500 $280 $10 $0 $3,705,000 $3,705,000 $263 ($7)
FY2028 $2,228,762 $5,000,000 $7,228,762 $513 $2,173,493 $5,187,500 $7,360,993 $523 $9 $3,042,145 $4,875,000 $7,917,145 $562 $49
FY2029 $2,317,913 $4,910,850 $7,228,762 $513 $2,263,692 $5,097,300 $7,360,993 $523 $9 $3,160,789 $4,756,356 $7,917,145 $562 $49
FY2030 $2,410,629 $4,818,133 $7,228,762 $513 $2,357,636 $5,003,357 $7,360,993 $523 $9 $3,284,059 $4,633,086 $7,917,145 $562 $49
FY2031 $2,507,055 $4,721,708 $7,228,762 $513 $2,455,478 $4,905,515 $7,360,993 $523 $9 $3,412,138 $4,505,007 $7,917,145 $562 $49FY2032$2,607,337 $4,621,426 $7,228,762 $513 $2,557,380 $4,803,613 $7,360,993 $523 $9 $3,545,211 $4,371,934 $7,917,145 $562 $49
FY2033 $2,711,630 $4,517,132 $7,228,762 $513 $2,663,511 $4,697,481 $7,360,993 $523 $9 $3,683,474 $4,233,671 $7,917,145 $562 $49FY2034$2,820,095 $4,408,667 $7,228,762 $513 $2,774,047 $4,586,946 $7,360,993 $523 $9 $3,827,130 $4,090,015 $7,917,145 $562 $49
FY2035 $2,932,899 $4,295,863 $7,228,762 $513 $2,889,170 $4,471,823 $7,360,993 $523 $9 $3,976,388 $3,940,757 $7,917,145 $562 $49
FY2036 $3,050,215 $4,178,547 $7,228,762 $513 $3,009,070 $4,351,922 $7,360,993 $523 $9 $4,131,467 $3,785,678 $7,917,145 $562 $49
FY2037 $3,172,224 $4,056,539 $7,228,762 $513 $3,133,947 $4,227,046 $7,360,993 $523 $9 $4,292,594 $3,624,551 $7,917,145 $562 $49
FY2038 $3,299,113 $3,929,650 $7,228,762 $513 $3,264,006 $4,096,987 $7,360,993 $523 $9 $4,460,005 $3,457,140 $7,917,145 $562 $49FY2039$3,431,077 $3,797,685 $7,228,762 $513 $3,399,462 $3,961,531 $7,360,993 $523 $9 $4,633,946 $3,283,199 $7,917,145 $562 $49
FY2040 $3,568,320 $3,660,442 $7,228,762 $513 $3,540,539 $3,820,453 $7,360,993 $523 $9 $4,814,669 $3,102,475 $7,917,145 $562 $49FY2041$3,711,053 $3,517,709 $7,228,762 $513 $3,687,472 $3,673,521 $7,360,993 $523 $9 $5,002,442 $2,914,703 $7,917,145 $562 $49
FY2042 $3,859,495 $3,369,267 $7,228,762 $513 $3,840,502 $3,520,491 $7,360,993 $523 $9 $5,197,537 $2,719,608 $7,917,145 $562 $49
FY2043 $4,013,875 $3,214,887 $7,228,762 $513 $3,999,883 $3,361,110 $7,360,993 $523 $9 $5,400,241 $2,516,904 $7,917,145 $562 $49
FY2044 $4,174,430 $3,054,332 $7,228,762 $513 $4,165,878 $3,195,115 $7,360,993 $523 $9 $5,610,850 $2,306,295 $7,917,145 $562 $49
FY2045 $4,341,407 $2,887,355 $7,228,762 $513 $4,338,762 $3,022,231 $7,360,993 $523 $9 $5,829,673 $2,087,472 $7,917,145 $562 $49
FY2046 $4,515,064 $2,713,699 $7,228,762 $513 $4,518,820 $2,842,172 $7,360,993 $523 $9 $6,057,031 $1,860,114 $7,917,145 $562 $49
FY2047 $4,695,666 $2,533,096 $7,228,762 $513 $4,706,351 $2,654,641 $7,360,993 $523 $9 $6,293,255 $1,623,890 $7,917,145 $562 $49FY2048$4,883,493 $2,345,270 $7,228,762 $513 $4,901,665 $2,459,327 $7,360,993 $523 $9 $6,538,692 $1,378,453 $7,917,145 $562 $49
FY2049 $5,078,833 $2,149,930 $7,228,762 $513 $5,105,084 $2,255,908 $7,360,993 $523 $9 $6,793,701 $1,123,444 $7,917,145 $562 $49FY2050$5,281,986 $1,946,777 $7,228,762 $513 $5,316,945 $2,044,047 $7,360,993 $523 $9 $7,058,655 $858,490 $7,917,145 $562 $49
FY2051 $5,493,265 $1,735,497 $7,228,762 $513 $5,537,598 $1,823,394 $7,360,993 $523 $9 $7,333,943 $583,202 $7,917,145 $562 $49
FY2052 $5,712,996 $1,515,766 $7,228,762 $513 $5,767,409 $1,593,584 $7,360,993 $523 $9 $7,619,966 $297,179 $7,917,145 $562 $49
FY2053 $5,941,516 $1,287,247 $7,228,762 $513 $6,006,756 $1,354,236 $7,360,993 $523 $9 $0 $0 $0 $0 ($513)
FY2054 $6,179,176 $1,049,586 $7,228,762 $513 $6,256,037 $1,104,956 $7,360,993 $523 $9 $0 $0 $0 $0 ($513)
FY2055 $6,426,343 $802,419 $7,228,762 $513 $6,515,662 $845,330 $7,360,993 $523 $9 $0 $0 $0 $0 ($513)
FY2056 $6,683,397 $545,365 $7,228,762 $513 $6,786,062 $574,930 $7,360,993 $523 $9 $0 $0 $0 $0 ($513)FY2057 $6,950,733 $278,029 $7,228,762 $513 $7,067,684 $293,309 $7,360,993 $523 $9 $0 $0 $0 $0 ($513)
$125,000,000 $95,662,872 $220,662,872 $15,667 $125,000,000 $99,772,275 $224,772,275 $15,959 $292 $125,000,000 $76,633,625 $201,633,625 $14,316 ($1,351)$4,109,403 $4,109,403 $292 ($19,029,247)($19,029,247)($1,351)
Current Market Assumptons 30-year:Current Market Assumptons 25-year:Original Model Assumptions:
*Current market interest rates and bond structure are ESTIMATED - actual results will differ.
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08/17/2026 7:35pm
PRESENTER:
Maggie Peard, Sustainability and Resiliency Officer; Dave Pinsonneault, DPW
Director
ITEM
NUMBER:
5
AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
LEXINGTON SELECT BOARD MEETING
AGENDA SECTION TITLE:
ITEMS FOR INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION
AGENDA ITEM TITLE:
Discussion and Direction: Trash and Recycling Collection Program Options
SUMMARY:
Category: Decision Making
Maggie Peard, Sustainability and Resiliency Officer; Dave Pinsonneault, DPW Director will present
two proposed options for discussion regarding the automated trash and recycling collection program.
The Board is being asked to provide feedback and direction on the proposed options, including whether
the Board supports moving forward with the two proposed program designs for the community
feedback sessions, or if any changes should be made before the next round of community meetings, and
whether there are specific aspects of the program on which the Board would like staff to seek
community input to help finalize the program design this fall.
FOLLOW-UP:
Town Manager's Office.
DATE AND APPROXIMATE TIME ON AGENDA:
ATTACHMENTS:
Presentation
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Designing a Modern,
Convenient Waste
Program for Lexington
August 17, 2026
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Key Select Board Decisions
•What size trash cart will serve as the default “baseline level of service” that will be picked up from households for no
additional fee?
•Will there be an option for households to opt for a larger or smaller cart for their “baseline level of service”? Would there be a
cost associated with choosing a larger size?
•Which fee-based overflow option(s) should the Town offer to households who have trash beyond their “baseline level of
service”? Official overflow bags, leasing an additional cart, or both?
•What process will be used to set and regularly evaluate fees for overflow trash?
•What size recycling cart will be provided to households?
•Will there be an option for households to opt for a larger or smaller or additional recycling cart?
•Decisions on Key Exceptions
•What accommodations will be made for residents with mobility challenges?
•What accommodations will be made for residents with high volumes of waste associated with a disability or medical
condition?
•Will those with a financial hardship be offered a discount or a waiver on trash-related fees? What qualifications will be
used to determine eligibility?
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Proposed Timeline
•July-August:Select Board deliberates to come up with two draft program designs based on community input
to date and the information presented tonight.
•August-September: Town Staff host a series of public meetings, presenting the two draft program designs to
the public and soliciting input.
•September-October:The Select Board reviews input from the community and uses it to propose a single,
revised program design.
•October-November:Staff negotiate contract with waste haulers using the proposed final program design.
•November-December: Staff bring back any suggested changes to the program design to the Select Board
based on negotiations with the hauler.
•December:Select Board votes to approve the final program design. Staff initiate purchase of trash and
recycling carts.
•December-July:Staff prepare for implementation, provide multiple notifications to all residents about the
upcoming changes, and host multiple community forums to introduce the new program.
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Opportunities for Additional Community Input
•Wednesday, August 26 at 6:30 pm (Community Center Dining Room and Virtual)
•Wednesday, September 2 at 6:30 pm (Virtual)
•Friday, September 4 at 9:30 am (Community Center Rm 237) -Women League of
Voters First Friday Event
•Monday, September 14 at noon (Virtual)
•Tuesday, September 15 at 6:30 pm (Police Community Room and Virtual)
A townwide mailer will be sent to all household notifying them of these meetings
and the new fees for special collection waste items that go into effect Sept 1.
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Updates
•Staff attended the July Commission on Disability meeting to begin the
discussion about the exemption policy, and will return on August 18th to
continue the conversation
•Staff have confirmed that there are two vendors that could provide 48-gallon
carts if that ends up being the selected size
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Proposed Options to Bring to Public Meetings
Option 1: 35 gallons Option 2: 48 gallons
Trash baseline Free baseline for all households: 35-gallon
cart
Free baseline for all households: 48-gallon cart
No cost option for 35-gallon cart instead
Overflow trash Additional 35-gallon carts available for lease
($100-200/year)
Overflow bags available for purchase ($2-
4/bag)
Additional 48-gallon carts available for lease
($100-200/year)
Overflow bags available for purchase ($2-4/bag)
Recycling Free and unlimited. 65-gallon carts with option to select 35-gallons. Option for a second cart upon
request with no annual fee.
Composting Free and unlimited. 13-gallon carts. Drop off locations available for overflow.
Carts New trash and recycling carts for all households. Encourage reuse of existing containers. Provide
collection of unwanted containers.
Accommodations Financial hardship program tied to utility discount rate eligibility.
Medical waste fee waiver with self-attestation through Human Services Department.
Opt-out of the cart option for those with mobility challenges (52 free overflow bags to use instead).
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MassDEP Grant Refresher
Recycling Dividends Program (RDP)
•Annual awards based on implementation of waste management best practices
•A 35-gallon program would result in $7,200/year of additional RDP grant funding
•A 48-gallon program would result in $5,400/year of additional RDP grant funding
PAYT Grant Program
•One time awards to provide start up funds for PAYT or Hybrid PAYT programs
•$30/household served by a 35-gallon cart provided by the municipality (up to $300,000)
•MassDEP take an “all or nothing” approach in awarding this grant
•More than ~10% of households opting for a larger cart or for a second cart would make the Town ineligible, even if
there is a cost associated with the additional capacity
The priority is choosing a program that works for Lexington residents. While the grants should
be kept in mind, staff recommend avoiding designing a program solely around the grant
criteria.
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Potential Additional Program Elements
The following program elements do not need to be decided on at
this stage, but can be considered:
•Providing a free roll of overflow bags to all households at the start of the
program to ease the transition
•Arranging for 1-2 “free overflow” weeks each year where overflow waste is
picked up at no cost (e.g., Thanksgiving, winter holidays)
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What We Need from the Board
Are you comfortable with bringing forward the two proposed
program designs presented tonight to the broader community for
input?
Are there any requested changes to the two options before we begin
the next round of community meetings?
Is there any specific areas you would like to solicit input from the
community on to help you finalize the program design this fall?
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08/17/2026 8:05pm
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NUMBER:
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AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
LEXINGTON SELECT BOARD MEETING
AGENDA SECTION TITLE:
ITEMS FOR INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION
AGENDA ITEM TITLE:
Presentation:“Eye on Water" Water Usage Monitoring Program
SUMMARY:
Category: Informational
Vyctoria Walsh, Utility Billing Manager, will provide an overview of the Town of Lexington's “Eye on
Water” program, a tool available to residents to monitor and track their household water usage. The
presentation will highlight how the program works and how residents can use it to better understand and
manage their water consumption.
EyeOnWater Webpage
DATE AND APPROXIMATE TIME ON AGENDA:
ATTACHMENTS:
Presentation
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AMI SYSTEM UPDATE
Vyctoria Walsh
Utility Billing and Meter Operations Manager
Lexington DPW
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STATUS UPDATE
We currently have 15,552 active accounts, both domestic and irrigation.
15,211 are on the Badger AMI system
3,628 were retrofitted
Meter replacements and new installs since 2020;
2020 –65
2021 –1,702
2022 – 6,777
2023 – 1,076
2024 – 800
2025 – 915
2026 – 245
341 have not been upgraded
107 labeled with an iron service
This leaves 2 percent of our accounts that still need an upgraded meter
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WHAT WE’RE SEEING NOW
Reduction in estimated billings
The AMI system allows us to catch meter issues before we read for billing, so we can make necessary repairs ahead of time to ensure accurate bills are being produced.
Less customer inquiries and more effective customer service
With our customer portal Eye On Water (EOW), our customers can access detailed water usage and leak alerts from anywhere they have internet or cell service. This has effectively enabled them to catch drastic leaks before they become a pricy problem. With our ability to view usage data in smaller increments, we can provide better, more detailed customer service and feedback.
Decrease in abatements (70 percent decrease in 10 years)
Again, thanks to EOW, because our customers have a better understanding of their usage, they are catching these leaks before they rack up their bills. Additionally, we have a checks and balances on the town side to confirm a leak occurred. In instances where a pipe let go or there is an isolated leak, we can almost accurately determine how much water was lost due to a leak and calculate abatements from this data.
Streamlined billing process
Having most of the community on the AMI system allows for the billing process to be done more efficiently making it easier to get bills out in a timelier manner in respect to the reading date
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CUSTOMER ENGAGEMENT
5,204 domestic and irrigation accounts have an EOW account. This puts us at 34
percent participation on the customer portal which is much higher than most
communities.
We have as a department have pushed for engagement via
Language on utility bills
Mailings
Instructions on signing up with every service appointment we go to
Instruction inserts with abatement notification letters
Emails to new residents after a final water bill is produced
Word of mouth – with every customer phone call/email we make it a point to talk about
the app and encourage people to sign up
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CUSTOMER ENGAGEMENT
We rolled out EOW in July of 2022. Sign ups since the rollout;
2022 – 2,788
2023 – 683
2024 –782
2025 – 634
2026 –317
We are looking to push our participation to at least 50 percent
Looking for more ways to get the word out and advertise
EOW webinar (8/25/26)
Open to other suggestions!
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EOW WEBINAR 8/25/26
The EOW webinar on 8/25/26 will include details and instructions on;
What EOW is
How to access and sign up
Navigating and understanding the dashboard
Catching leaks and signing up for leak alerts
Linking accounts
The additional resources the “Help” function can provide
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QUESTIONS?
Thank you!!
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