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Unless Police.................................................70 otherwise noted, financial data reports Public Facilities 72 Ta»Deero ondE»empt»n he /oh0amoxpono dinho o ----------- G dy ommd --------- 115 Public 75 year a beg Ju 20/8and ------------ Tourism Committee.........................11O ended June 30, 20t9. Recreation and Town Celebrations Committee........11O Cover Photos:David S.laboing Community Programs.......................84 Town Report Committee.................117 Retirement 87 |nterorPhotomDav S l boing —'--'--'--'--'— Transportation Advisory unless otherwise noted School Committee 88 —'--'--'--' Committee—'--'--'--'--''118 Superintendent ofSchools................O0 Tree Committee...............................118 Cover:---~— -- —'sPlace is Town Counsel O4 a TmoteeoofPub|ioTmoto 119 lOOOoquam early -----' center located at2OPelham Road Water&Sewer for the pre-kindergarten programin TOWN COMMITTEES Abatement Bo ---------. 131 the Lexington School District.The 20/20Vision Committee------'OO Youth Commission 132 buUd g o d000n* 000 rpanob --------' air source heat pumps for heating AdHoc Crematory Study..................OO Zoning Board ofAppeals.................132 and cooling,and m.energy storage AntomyVVorkingGmup-------.00 system.Construction h k Lexington's m zero energy'— ' Appropriation Committee..................O7 APPENDIX— building,began in September PPENDIX-- buildir .boganinSoptomber 2018 Bicycle Advisory Committee.............O8 FINANCIAL DATA and was completed bythe fall of2019. Capital Expenditures Committee......O8 Comptroller Schedule Net zero energy buildings combine of Appropriations 133 energy e --------- efficiency Cary ---------' .............................Enterprise Funds 137 energy ononamnmconsume on CommiooiononDioobi|dy—'--'-100 —'--'--'--' aomuch energy aucan Uoproduced Debt GemioeGummory 138 Communications —'--'-- onsite through renewable resources. Advisory Committee........................100 Revenues/Expenditures and Fund Balance 139 Community Preservation --------- Committee.......................................101 Council for the Arts.........................102 Index................................................145 419a W z APRIL 19Tt MESSAGE OF THE BOARD OF SELECTMEN Massachusetts law requires that the Board of Selectmen,prior to the annual Town Meeting,issue an Annual Report for use by the residents of the town.The 2019 annual Town Report presented here provides,among other things,financial data relating to the town for the fiscal year 2019 that covers the period July 1,2018 through June 30, 2019. In addition, the report contains highlights of the accomplishments of the many departments,boards,committees,and commissions that are responsible for the governance of Lexington. This Annual Town Report is just one of several ways by which citizens may be informed of what is going on in the town. The Town's website at www.lexingtonma.gov provides links to many other resources, including the websites for the public schools and the Town Meeting Members Association.From our Town website you can also find all budget documents as they are generated, and the minutes of all committee meetings. These provide valuable insight into the departments and committees. Meetings of the three elected boards-Board of Selectmen,School Committee,and Planning Board-are covered by LexMedia, our public, educational, governmental (PEG) access provider, and broadcast by all three of the town's cable television providers. LexMedia covers other Town meetings and events as well. For more up to the minute information, residents can register for CodeRED - the Town's emergency notification system - for texts,emails,and automated phone calls about closings,detours,and emergencies.Residents can sign up for monthly town wide news email or for periodic emails and e-newsletters from specific departments, boards, and committees. Residents can also follow the Town's social media accounts on Facebook and Twitter. The Board of Selectmen acknowledges the leadership provided by Town Manager James Malloy, his outstanding staff,and the dedicated Town employees who manage the day-to-day operations of the Town and make Lexington a special place to live, work, and visit. Of special note, however, are the countless volunteer hours provided by the citizens who make up our many boards, committees, and commissions. The Board of Selectmen extends its continued thanks,appreciation,and admiration to the many residents whose work and civic engagement makes it possible for Lexington to be a well-managed town. Douglas M. Lucente,Chair Jill I.Hai,Vice Chair Joseph N. Pato Suzanne E. Barry Mark D.Sandeen TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT oun 0000i noun muuu uuo i ilii aaaa ........... a ......ilii a........ ................ ..... aaa�a Settled 1642, incorporated as Town of Lexington 1713 , Latitude 42.26N Longitude 71.13W � Area of Town Acres 10,650.42 " Area of Town in Square Miles 16.64 Extreme Length in Miles 5.80p�' Extreme Width in Miles 4.85 Highest Elevation feet above MSL 374 �'� Lowest Elevation (feet above MSL) 110 FY2018 FY2019 Population 32,615 31,626 Public School Enrollment 7,332 7,259 Town-owned Conservation Land, Acres 1,375 1,392 Total Revenue Sources $241,464,081 $249,841,600 Total Operating Expenses $241,845,361 $249,877,016 Property Tax Bill for Home of Average Value $14,169 $14,834 Typical Annual Residential Water/Sewer Bill (120 HCF per year) $1,541 $1,638 Solid Waste Trash (tons) 8,322 8,368 Recycled Materials (tons) 4,040 3,857 Home of Average Value(single-family home) $990,000 $1,051,000 Home of Median Value(single-family home) $887,000 $939,000 Single-family homes sold 348 355 Single-family homes demolished 70 81 Permits issued for new single-family homes 69 98 Town of Lexington Moody's Credit Rating Aaa Aaa Town of Lexington 1625 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA 02420 • 781-862-0500 • www.lexingtonma.gov F2 I TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT T 0 W M G 0 V IIE':IIR I T IIE':III' T BOARD OF SELECTMEN Five members elected by the voters at large to overlapping Fiscal Strength 3-year terms:Douglas Lucente (Chair), Jill Hai(Vice-Chair), In January, Moody's Investors Service assigned a rating of Joseph Pato, Suzanne Barry, and Mark Sandeen. Michelle Aaa in advance of issuance of the Town's general obligation Ciccolo resigned from the Board effective December 31, bonds.The Town's strong financial management,conservative 2018 after being elected as a State Representative to the budgeting, adherence to formal policies, multi-year budget Massachusetts Legislature for the 15th Middlesex District. forecasting,and capital planning were noted by Moody's rat- Ms.Ciccolo served as a Selectman for more than four years.In ing outlook. Property tax revenues rose due to new growth March 2019,Mr.Pato and Ms.Barry were re-elected to 3-year in both the residential and commercial sectors. Home prices terms,and Mr.Sandeen was elected to fill the remaining year have continued to rise during the year,and the housing mar- left vacant upon Ms.Ciccolo's resignation. ket continues to be robust. The Selectmen maintained the Year of Transition split tax-rate factor at its maximum to soften the impact on residential taxpayers. The Selectmen kept their goal to have FY2019 was a year of several transitions for the Selectmen. no operating overrides and have continued this policy. The May 7,2018,Carl Valente,Lexingtons Town Manager for Selectmen have continued their policy to set aside a portion of 13 years, announced his retirement effective August 3, 2018. revenues in a fund that would be used to reduce the impact of The Selectmen-appointed Town Manager Search Screening Committee engaged the consulting firm Municipal Resources, Board ed d excludedebt on the taxpayer and to support capital projects. Selectmen Goals Inc. to guide the Committee and the Board through the Each year following the Annual Town Meeting, the search process through the summer of 2018. The committee Selectmen meet to discuss their goals for the upcoming fiscal was chaired by former Selectman Peter Kelley. It included year and to establish and confirm the guiding principles as a two current Selectmen and representatives from the School means of informing staff and helping guide the annual budget Committee,the Planning Board,the Economic Development process.During the goal setting process,input is solicited and Advisory Committee, previous Town senior management, received from staff,Board members,boards and committees, the Diversity Advisory Task Force, Town Meeting, and the and the community.After the Selectmen evaluated more than Lexington business community.The Board extends its appre- 60 sixty submissions,22 categories were put forth as priority dation to everyone who participated in the process.Upon the goals for FY2019-FY2020.The Selectmen addressed several of Town Managers retirement, Assistant Town Manager Kelly these important priorities and other important issues during Axtell served as Acting Town Manager until the new Town FY2019.Highlights of several of these are listed below. Manager was hired. After interviewing three finalists identi fied by the Town Manager Search Screening Committee,the Housing OptIons Board offered the Town Manager position to James Malloy. In an effort to foster the creation of more affordable and di- Mr.Malloy began work at the Town of Lexington on October verse residential dwelling units, in September the Selectmen 1,2018,bringing a solid municipal financial background and created the Special Permit Residential Development (SPRD) an ability to work collaboratively in a local government set- Zoning Bylaw Amendment Ad Hoc Committee.The 9-mem- ting after serving in the same role in other municipalities for ber committee was charged with gathering stakeholder input, more than three decades. Mr. Malloy quickly settled into his reviewing housing data, and drafting a statement of values role, and hit the ground running with several key initiatives so that consultants, under the direction of the Committee, that have had a positive impact on the Town. elected boards, and staff,could develop a draft zoning bylaw Stacey Prizio joined the Board of Selectmen's staff in amendment and warrant article to either revise or replace March 2019 as a Department Assistant after Morgan Steele the current Special Permit Residential Development Zoning left that role in November 2018 to move out of state. After Bylaw. The committee worked throughout the remainder of serving as Recording Secretary for several years,Kim Seibert the fiscal year reviewing the existing bylaw,projects produced stepped down from that role. since its inception, alternative zoning from neighboring At our 2019 Annual Town Meeting,the article to rename communities, and the Town's Housing Production Plan. The the "Board of Selectmen" the "Select Board" passed by a committee heard from experts on inclusionary zoning and strong majority, and the waiting period began for the state affordable housing and from the development community. legislature to enact special legislation. In April the committee held two public listening sessions to seek input from the community. The committee is expected to have recommendations to present at an upcoming Town Meeting. (continued on next page) TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 731 T 0 W M G 0 V IIE':IIR I A IIE':III' T BOARD OF SELECTMEN (continued) The Selectmen approved a Memorandum of Understanding Affordability for Residents (MOU) with National Development for the rezoning and The Selectmen have adopted a goal to minimize the burden planned development at 55-56 Watertown Street, formerly of property tax increases on residents. The Selectmen are the Belmont Country Club. The project included a 48- committed to keeping the total average residential property unit memory care assisted living facility, "Bridges;' and a tax increase spikes at or below 5%,and provide tax relief pro- 40-unit assisted living and 116-unit independent living grams to reduce the burden on seniors and other vulnerable facility, "Waterstone.' The rezoned parcels were approved at populations. Upon the recommendations of the Selectmen's the Special Town Meeting in November 2018. The project Ad Hoc Residential Exemption Policy Study Committee, addressed the need for rental housing alternatives for seniors, we will investigate options for other exemption models that increased the number of the Town's affordable units in the would require a home-rule petition to the state legislature for housing inventory, and had an incremental positive impact a means-tested and/or age-based residential exemption and to on the commercial tax revenue to the Town. continue to promote the existing programs for tax deferrals. Street Improvements Municipal and School Buildings The maintenance of the Town's roads and sidewalks is a The Board continues to address the issues of maintaining and improving our infrastructure. FY2019 was a year of con- priority for the Selectmen. The Center Streetscape Project struction for the Town.The debt exclusion vote in December encompasses the reconstruction of streets and sidewalks in 2017 has allowed for several projects to move into the con- Lexington Center along Massachusetts Avenue from Meriam struction phase. Street to the Police Station driveway. Project design funds were approved at the Special Town Meeting in November • The Lexington Fire Department Headquarters replace- 2018, and at the 2019 Annual Town Meeting the full con- ment project construction began in November 2018 and struction funding of$9,105,000 was approved. The project is expected to be completed in March 2020 with a project improvements include lighting, pedestrian, bicycle, and ve- budget of$19.9M. hicular safety improvements. Additional goals of the project • The Maria Hastings Elementary School replacement project are to make the sidewalks and crosswalks more accessible construction began in May 2018 with student relocation to and safer for people with disabilities, while renewing the the new school in February 2020.Construction is expected mid-century modern landscape. Battle Green Streetscape to be completed in October 2020,with a project budget of improvements funding will be coming in a future year. All $65.2M. Streetscape improvements for the Center and Battle Green are targeted for completion prior to the 250th Patriots' Day The Lexington Children's Place project to accommodate celebration in April 2025. preschool-aged children began construction in May 2018 with expected project completion in September 2019 with a Hartwell Avenue Zoning Initiative project budget of$15.OM. The Selectmen have continued to explore strategies with respect to economic development and zoning initiatives in Other significant projects include the following: the north section of Hartwell Avenue. Commercial property . The Visitors Center replacement project construction be- values in Lexington have been relatively flat over the last ten gan in May 2019 and is expected to be completed in March years. The Town is committed to work toward enhancing 2020 with a project budget of$5.1M. our commercial tax base, and the Hartwell North area has been determined to be one of the largest opportunities for • The Westview Cemetery Building replacement project is in economic growth. Options for the rezoning of the Hartwell the design phase with an estimated project budget of$2.8M. Avenue corridor include revised building heights, mixed- The Board formed an Ad Hoc Crematory Study Committee use, added density, parking requirement changes, and plans to help determine if the project might include a crematory. for new streetscape to improve access and walkability in the The project is expected to come to Annual Town Meeting in area. With continued growth at Hanscom Air Force Base 2020. and the MIT Lincoln Laboratory, the Town will also pursue . The Lexington Police Station building project is in the options for financing traffic improvements at the local, State design phase. The project is expected to be presented to and Federal levels. The Selectmen are committed to working Annual Town Meeting in 2020. The proposed project bud- with area residents and commercial property owners in the get is$25.OM development of any new bylaws. (continued on next page) F4 I TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT T 0 W M G 0 V Ilk':IIR ' IIIA Ilk':III' T BOARD OF SELECTMEN (continued) • The Hosmer House(formerly known as the White House), Civil SePvIce located at 1557 Massachusetts Avenue, is under consider- Since the early 1900's, the Lexington Police Department ation for relocation or renovation since the Hosmer House's has been in the state Civil Service system. This Civil Service current location would interfere with the expected location program often restricted the Town's ability to hire the best of the new Lexington Police Station. applicants for positions. This made it difficult to fill Police • Lexington High School:With severe overcrowding,outdat- Department openings, resulting in vacancies and higher ed building systems,and spaces that do not adequately sup- overtime costs. 2019 Annual Town Meeting approved with- port the academic program, Lexington High School is in drawal from Civil Service for all ranks including the Police need of replacement or renovation and expansion. To that Chief;this prospectively allows more control over personnel end, the Superintendent, with the support of the School choices,policies,requirements,and procedures for hiring and Committee and Board of Selectmen,submitted a Statement promoting officers. of Interest to the Massachusetts School Building Authority Sustainability Initiative s (MSBA) on March 17,2019,requesting state support for a future high school building project. In August 2018, the Selectmen adopted the Getting to Net Zero Emissions Plan with the goal of transitioning all of Community Engagement Lexington's residential, commercial and municipal building Communication to and from the Board is an ongoing to 100% renewable energy over the next 25 years. The goal priority. All Board members maintain office hours to meet of the plan is to improve Lexington's quality of life, health, with residents about issues or concerns they may have. For resilience,and sustainability. the fifth year in a row, the Board participated in the annual Lexington renewed the Community Choice electricity Discovery Day event as part of its community outreach. The program in January 2019,providing 100%renewable electric- Town hired its first Public Information Officer to help serve as ity to more than10,000 Lexington electricity customers at a the Town's spokesperson and to reach the diverse population savings of over$3M since the program's inception. of Lexington in an easily accessible format, promoting and With the increased popularity of electric vehicles in highlighting Town services, initiatives and events to inform Lexington, Selectmen authorized the installation of ten ad- and educate the community-at-large about our municipal ditional electric vehicle charging stations in the Lexington government. center parking lots under the terms of the Eversource Electric Vehicle charger installation program. A state grant covers Mental Health 80% the cost of the installation of the charging station; the The Board of Selectmen and the School Committee con- Town covers the remaining costs. tinued to collaborate on the topic of mental health services in Lexington. In September, the Town selected the William James Interface Referral Services as a free and confidential service available to all Lexington residents and students in Lexington schools.The service maintains a mental health and wellness referral helpline. Board of Selectmen: (left to right)Front Row:Jill Hai;Joe Pato; Suzie Barry,Chair, � �ioi.. ��, i� �"� �/ ��iimmP'f �'" � �� V 'il � 71 Kim Katzenback, Executive Clerk; Doug Lucente,Vice Chair; Mark Sandeen. i Back ROW:Stacey Prizio, Department t Jim Mallo � Y� Assistant; Town Kell Manager, j// Y Axtell,Assistant Town �........ .. :.. .:..:....,,,:;,.,;., Manager. TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT F5 I T 0 W M G 0 V Ilk':IIR ' IIIA Ilk':III' °T TOWN MANAGER Personnel FY2019 FY2020 Budget Full Time 8� 8 The FY20 budget process continued the collaborative ef- Part Time 1 1 fort among the Board of Selectmen, School Committee, Appropriation and Capital Expenditures Committees, and municipal staff. Four budget summit sessions resulted in con- ROLE: As the Chief Executive Officer of the Town, es- sensus on a balanced budget for Town Meeting consideration tablished in the Selectmen-Town Manager Act, the Town that addressed many pressing needs. The FY20 General Fund Manager administers the policies and procedures of the budget totals$229,022,571,an increase of$7,770,530 or 3.5% Board of Selectmen, enforces bylaws and actions passed by over the adopted FYI budget. Chart 1 shows the breakdown Town Meeting, proposes the operating and capital budgets, of the expenditures by use. and manages the daily operation of all Town departments.The For several years,the Town has been preparing for several Town Manager's Office also includes the Human Resources capital debt exclusion projects focused primarily on public Office. safety and school improvements. To support these projects, APPOINTED by the Board of Selectmen, James Malloy has the Board of Selectmen recommended and Town Meeting ad- served as the Town Manager since October 2018. opted the creation of a Capital Projects Stabilization Fund. In anticipation of these potential projects,the 2019 Annual Town tThe Public Information Officer position was developed and added Meeting appropriated $1,536,759 into the Capital Projects to staff in FY2019. Stabilization Fund.This reserve fund now has a balance of ap- Form of Government proximately$23.7 million. Table 1 shows the amounts voted into and out of that fund since FY16. The amounts appropri- The current Town Manager/Selectmen/Town Meeting form ated for Property Tax Relief and Other School and Municipal of government dates back to a 1968 Act of the State legis- Capital Projects help to alleviate the tax burden on residents. lature based on a plan developed by the Town Structure of Town Meeting also appropriated $1,885,486 (Article 10) Government Committee. Lexington had previously operated into the Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Trust under a Selectmen/Executive Secretary plan. The Selectmen/ Fund to help fund the liability for retiree health care costs. Town Manager Act brought major realignment of responsi- The balance as of July 1, 2019 in the OPEB trust fund was bilities including changes in methods of appointment, closer $17,659,386. supervision of administrative functions,and centralized con- Free Cash as of July 1, 2018 was certified at $13,401,094 trol of purchasing. which was appropriated to support the FY19 capital and op- erating budgets and to finance a portion of the contribution to the Capital Projects Stabilization Fund. Table 2 shows the 4-year history of the certification and uses of Free Cash. w Finance In February 2019, the Town issued $54.645 million in gen- 'I,,;,�Gp�I��C;,i�;,i p22��t1U2 , ' eral obligation bonds for capital financing, including the construction of Hastings Elementary School, Lexington Children's Place, Fire Headquarters, and various other pur- poses. The bonds were sold at a true interest cost of 3.212% and a weighted average maturity of 13.631 years. Moody's Investors Service,Inc.reaffirmed Lexington's Aaa bond rating Ij;ll X57 for this sale, citing the Town's wealthy tax base, conservative budgeting, financial management and voter support of debt 22 51.6 exclusions. In February and June of 2019, the Town issued bond anticipation notes (BANs) for a total of$8.371 million (net interest cost of 1.77%) and $4.540 million (net interest 5200M000 cost of 1.51%), respectively. These BANs funded multiple V,220,666 �2municipal and school projects including building and infra- structure construction,recreation facilities and technology. �u141 ti61 SNhIrLnJ Mwkoa l llil .,laptl �VtiVrdVf7, (continued on next page) E x,47�ss, �ra 76 1 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT T 0 W M G 0 V IIE':IIR I A IIE':III' T TOWN MANAGER (continued) FY2016 FY2017 FY2018 FY2019 FY2020 Beginning Balance $8,048,466 $16,725,947 $23,203,209 $28,597,933 $27,727,711 Amount into Capital Projects Stabilization Fund $9,447,832 $6,991,205 $7,690,398 $3,560,335 $1,536,759 Revised Balance $17,496,299 $23,717,152 $30,893,607 $32,158,268 $29,264,470 Exempt Debt Service Tax Relief $(215,000) $0 $(2,400,000) $(4,500,000) $(5,200,000) Other School and Municipal Capital Projects $(620,567) ($710,000) $(324,500) $(573,500) $0 Interest Income $65,216 $196,058 $428,826 $642,943 $450,000(est) Closing Balance $16,725,947 $23,203,209 $28,597,933 $27,727,711 $24,514,470 FY Certified FY2015 FY2016 FY2017 FY2018 Amount Certified $11,475,187 $14,087,869 $13,062,051 $13,401,094 FY Appropriated FY2017 FY2018 FY2019 FY2020 In support of operating budget $3,918,300 $3,800,000 $3,740,000 $2,900,000 Cash Capital $2,500,000 $3,350,000 $4,050,245 $4,200,000 Capital Stabilization Fund $3,100,000 $5,000,000 $502,085 $1,536,759 Retire Note for Land Purchases—Debt Service $3,050,000 $2,234,614 Set-Aside for Unanticipated Current FY Needs $200,000 $200,000 $200,000 $200,000 Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB)1 $312,318 $1,079,721 $1,079,721 $1,129,721 Getting to Net Zero $40,000 $40,000 Total Appropriated Free Cash $10,070,618 $10,287,869 $12,622,051 $12,201,094 Unallocated $618,148 $440,000 $1,000,000 1 The OPEB funding above does not reflect tax levy support of$1,200,000 in FYI 7,and$750,000 in FYI 8,FYI and FY20. In addition, the Water&Sewer Enterprise funds contributed$13,174 to OPER in FYI and FYI 9,and$5,765 in FY20. TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 77 T 0 W M G 0 V IIE':IIR I T IIE':III' T TOWN MANAGER (continued) Highlights • Worked with the Police Department to hire ten new officers • Lexington residents identified a need for improved and through the Civil Service process. consistent communication from the Town and in FY19 • With the assistance of the Wellness Coordinator, continued Annual Town Meeting approved the hiring of a Public wellness workshops and the annual Wellness Day/Benefits Fair. Information Officer. The Public Information Officer is re- sponsible for a variety of tasks related to the coordination of Organizational Initiative s communication from the Town to residents. The position The Town's Senior Management Team (SMT) continues is also responsible for advising Town staff on best commu- to maintain the organization's collaborative culture to keep nication practices involving social media and traditional municipal programs and services functioning effectively. news outlets,media inquiries,and press releases. Organizational goals are established on an annual basis. • In June 2019,after two years,the Town Manager's Office said Accomplishments and project updates include: goodbye to Rajon Hudson and welcomed Katharine Labrecque • as the new Local Government Management Fellow.as long-term planning for physical development, including the interrelated areas of land use, transportation, • On August 27, 2018, The Town adopted the Lexington economic development,housing,open space and recreation, Sustainable Action Plan, which provides the Town with a natural resources,historic resources,and public facilities. framework for identifying and prioritizing the implemen- a Expanding public communication to develop a compre- tation of programs designed to improve the quality of life for Lexington residents and improve the Towns resilience hensive and coordinated plan for communicating with and to the effects of climate change. engaging the community. • In May 2019, the Town Manager appointed Derek • Promoting a culture of shared technology applications and Sencabaugh as the new Fire Chief following the retirement Practices, governed by sound organizational policies and of Chief John A. Wilson,who had served the community Procedures and oriented toward meeting both specific and for more than 34 years. general needs. • The Town celebrated ten years of hosting Lexington • Evaluating new revenue sources to support the budget, Citizens'Academy,recognizing more than 200 graduates of Particularly the capital budget. This included the review the program.Citizens'Academy is a free 10-week program of stormwater management and sidewalk betterments as that is designed to educate and expose residents to various options for new revenue sources. Town departments and municipal operations. • Identifying best practices and safety protocols in coordina- tion with building teams to recognize the specific physical Human Resources needs of each building and office, and developing consis- The Human Resources Department spent a significant tent,regular,ongoing training for staff. amount of time in FY19 bargaining with the Town's unions. • Aligning protocols and establishing a communication pol- The Town was able to reach settlements with the follow- icy as a collaborative effort to address mental health needs ing unions through FY19: Police Superiors Association, with municipal and school staff. This goal has been part of Lexington Police Association,AFSCME Local 1703 Building an ongoing conversation to improve and expand mental Custodians, SEIU Local 888 School Crossing Guards, health services in Lexington. Lexington Municipal Employees'Association,Cary Memorial . providing regular training and coaching opportunities Library Staff Association,AFSCME Public Safety Dispatchers, for employees, and continuing to develop young profes- and AFSCME Local 1703 Building Custodians. The Town is sionals, including middle managers, to prepare for greater currently negotiating with the following bargaining units for responsibility. successor collective bargaining agreements: AFSCME Local 1703 Public Works and IAFF Local 1491 Fire Department, • Continuing to create and expand new opportunities for Other accomplishments of the Human Resources property owners to attract future tenants and employees to Department in FY19 include: ensure the viability of the Hartwell Ave commercial district and to encourage commercial development that could help • Coordinated the Town's annual open enrollment and pro- ease the residential tax burden. cessed more than 120 changes to active and retired employ ees'health,dental,and life insurance coverage. Developing new new financial guidelines to plan for specific, large capital projects that enable the Town to consistently • Completed recruitment and on-boarding for 73 position va- stabilize the tax levy. cancies throughout the organization, including one senior management position, and completed benefits enrollment *The Public Information Officer position was developed and added to for approximately 60 new School Department employees. staff in FY19. 781 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT T 0 W M G 0 V IIE':IIR I A IIE':III' T TOWN CLERK/BOARD OF REGISTRARS Personnel FY2018 FY2019 . Fulfilled numerous Public Records Requests via online pro- Full Time 3 3 gram,email,mail,and in-person. Part Time 3 3 . Increased use of document retention repository for admin- istrative use and public access. ROLE: To act as the Town's chief elections officer,recording officer, registrar of vital statistics, public rec-ords officer and • Continued to migrate Town's historic documents to public licensing officer, and to maintain records of adopted munic- repository. ipal codes,bylaws, oaths of office,resignations, and appoint- . Organized Town's Records Rooms in Cary Memorial ments.The Town Clerles Office responds to inquiries from the Building and Town Office Building. public and serves as a central information point for the Town. TOWN CLERK: Appointed by the Town Manager: ELECTIONS: Nathalie Rice (Town Clerk). Staff: Diane Sperber (Assistant . Held State Primary Election,September 4,2018. 7,636 reg- Town Clerk),Lisa Maguire(Administrative Assistant),Kelley ° Cutone-Clair and Gina Carme(hired in July 2018)(Municipal istered voters participated,35/o turnout. Clerks),and Lee Yates(Archivist). • Held State Election, November 6, 2018. 16,096 registered BOARD OF REGISTRARS: Appointed by the Board of voters participated,73%turnout. Selectmen for 3-year terms: Gordon Jones (Democrat, exp. • Held annual Town Election March 4,2019.3,616 registered 2020),Judith Moore(Democrat,exp.2022),Mark R.Vitunic (Republican,exp.2021);and Nathalie Rice(Town Clerk). voters participated, 17%turnout. HIGHLIGHTS• • Forwarded recommendations to the Board of Selectmen for annual Election Officer appointments.Election Officers • Updated Annual Town Census of Lexington's population. continue to be the backbone of elections administration. • Published Annual List of Residents and confirmed voter TOWN MEETINGS: registration. • Fall Special Town Meeting (STM-1) convened November • Published annual supplement to Code of Lexington,updat- 13,2018,Cary Memorial Building. ing bylaw changes adopted at the Annual Town Meeting. • Annual Town Meeting convened March 25, 2019, Cary • Supplied residency data for the 2020 Federal Census in Memorial Building. support of the Federal Census Bureau. • Processed and retained all appointment notifications for Town employees and Board and Committee members. • Complied with state laws regarding Ethics/Open Meeting/ Public Records compliance. Population 32,271 32,478 32,615 31,626 Vital Statistics Births 182 174 150 147 Marriages 73 71 83 73 Deaths 293 350 314 299 Licenses Dog 2,420 2,315 2,564 2,434 Raffle 14 12 15 18 Business Certificates 217 256 228 260 Flammable 26 28 31 28 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT F9 I T 0 W M G 0 V Ilk':IIR ' IIIT Ilk':III' T STATE PRIMARY ELECTION SEPTEMBER 4, 2018 Walter Fullmer [R],Kathleen Head[U],Susan Marinaro [D], Betsy Pollack[D], Sandra Shaw[D]. In pursuance of the foregoing warrant the legal voters of the Town of Lexington met in their respective voting places in PRECINCT 5: Warden: Marie Hill [U]; Clerk: Lorraine saidTown of Lexington on Tuesday, September 4, 2018 at Setterland[U];Inspectors:Robert Balaban[U],Irene Dondley said a.m. [D], Donnalee Farris [U], Wilson Menashi [D], Ethel 011in The following places were designated as the voting to [D], Gail Selian [D], Carol Snell [D], Stephen Tauber [D], cations for the various precincts: Precinct One, School Charles Wilhoite [D]. Administration Building; Precinct Two, Bowman School; PRECINCT 6: Warden: Ann Webster [U]; Clerks: Richard Precinct Three, Lexington Community Center; Precinct Bair [U], Margaret Freeman [U]; Inspectors: Norman Four, Cary Memorial Building; Precinct Five, School Cohen [U], Linda Cohen [U], Charles Freeman [R], Joann Administration Building; Precinct Six, Cary Memorial Gschwendtner [U], Jane Halverson [U], Donald Lund [R], Building; Precinct Seven, Estabrook School, Precinct Eight, Grace Murphy [D],Charles Price [U],Loyde Romero [D],E. Samuel Hadley Public Services Building;Precinct Nine,Keilty Ashley Rooney[U],Thomas Taylor [D]. Hall,St.Brigid's Church. PRECINCT 7:Warden:Alice Pierce [D];Clerk:James Wood The Election Officers and Wardens of the various precincts [D]; Inspectors: Mabel Amar [D], Marsha Baker [D]. Mary were assigned for duty as follows: Burnell [U],Suzanne Caton [D],Patricia Costello [U],Harry PRECINCT I: Warden: Josephine Bailey [U]; Clerk: Forsdick [U], Natalie Graham [U] Barbara Mix [R], Martha Richard Spillane [U];Inspectors:Cristina Burwell [D],Maria Wood[D]. Devenney [U], Adriana Forte [U], Carol Goldthwait [R], PRECINCT 8:Warden:Chet Webster [U];Clerk:Julie Sibert Louise Nolan[U],Diane Sperandio [R],Edwina Spillane [U], [U]; Inspectors: Thomas Battell [U], Theresa Battell [D], Becky Wilhoite [U]. Maureen Burns [U], Sally Lawlor [R], Lorain Marquis [U], PRECINCT 2: Warden: Rebecca Fagan Gorospe [U]; Co- Julie Miller [U], Margaret Quinn [D], Margaret Saradjian Clerks: Brian Cutler [D], Susanne Hays [U]; Inspectors: [D],Jean Shanahan [U],Alan Straus [D]. Arline Burns [U], Robert Hartshorn [D],Marita Hartshorn PRECINCT 9• Warden: Shirley Ament-Bergey [D]; Clerk: [D], Joan Lowenberg [D], Margaret Outlette [D], Lucille Michael Fenollosa [D]; Inspectors: Diane Biglow [U], Parker [U],Jyoti Rao [D]. Dorothy Bolduc [U], Ronna Casper [D], Marilyn Fenollosa PRECINCT 3: Warden: Jody Schott-Marcell [D]; Clerk: [D], Edgar Knudson [U], Lindsay Koso [U], Janet Lowther Margaret Counts-Klebe [D]; Inspectors: Mariapilar Cabrera [R], Judith Mello [U], Louis Mula [U], Elaine Quinlan [U], [D],Faith Fenske [U],Jodina Finnegan [U],William Frawley Julie Worzala [D]. [D], Shirley Frawley [D], Elizabeth Garland [D], Jacqueline The Election Officers were sworn to the faithful performance McShine [U], Frances Potter [D], Elaine Torsiello [R] Laura of their duties. The polls were declared open in each precinct Welby[U]. at seven o'clock A.M. and remained open until eight o'clock PRECINCT 4:Warden:Linda Dixon [U]; Clerk: Evangeline P.M.,at which time,after due notice,declared closed. Puopolo [U]; Inspectors: Beverly Aker [U], Mariapilar Cabrera [D], Gloria Curran [U], Anne Mary Dunn [U], 10 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT T O W M G O V IIE':IIR IIII IIIA IIE':IIII T STATE PRIMARY (continued) Election results were delivered to the Town Clerk at the Town Office Building;35%of the registered voters cast their vote.The Town Clerk tallied the results as follows: ul Iluuul uuul�llllul iuuuul Iluul uullllll (IIIIIIIIII IIII� iul Iluu�Illlllul I�uu IIIIIIIIII Ilulu�u III Iluul� III IIIIIIIIII ul�uu IIIIIIIIII uuuull Vuu lulu ul 111 uuuuu udllVul Iluuuu uuuuu(IIIIIIII III uu�l III uuuul uuuuu uuuuu uu lluul lull) lulu uu uuuuu IIII Iluuul III uu�Vul luuul Ilulu�u luau Iluuuu III IIII Iluu � IIIIIIIIII uuul III lulu IIII Precinct 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Total Total Reg. 2128 2580 2120 2522 2636 2431 2453 2368 2496 21734 Democrat 822 1039 844 1026 916 873 842 857 879 8098 Republican 167 165 132 179 235 236 195 187 175 1671 Libertarian 1 4 2 5 5 6 5 5 1 34 Unenrolled 1130 1361 1128 1299 1468 1306 1403 1313 1431 11839 All Others 8 11 14 13 12 10 8 6 10 92 PCT Applications processed Ballots Returned Ballots Not Returned/ in person and by mail &Counted Late/Undeliverable/Rejected 1 5 5 0 2 8 4 4 3 24 15 9 4 23 17 6 5 10 8 2 6 16 12 4 7 11 6 5 8 6 5 1 9 9 3 6 Totals 112 75 37 °wl tw tw ludll�IudllVul iuuuul luuul ul lullllluu luuul ul luuu�luuul ul�dul�ul ul�lu�uluuidlludllVul lul Precinct 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Total Total Reg Voters 2128 2580 2120 2522 2636 2431 2453 2368 2496 21734 Total Votes 694 1041 712 954 868 851 835 844 837 7636 Democratic 607 931 629 844 732 724 718 731 718 6634 Republican 87 109 81 109 135 124 115 113 118 991 Libertarian 0 1 2 1 1 3 2 0 1 11 Total Votes/ Registered Voters 33% 40% 34% 38% 33% 35% 34% 36% 34% 35% UIU °wt t t IIIIIIIIII IIIIIIIIII III�IIII�III IIIIIIII IIIIIIII III�IIII IIIIIIIIII IIIIIIII III IIIIIIII IIII IIIIIIIIII III�IIII IIIIIIII III Precinct 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Total Total Reg Voters 2128 2580 2120 2522 2636 2431 2453 2368 2496 21734 Total Votes 607 931 629 844 732 724 718 731 718 6634 Percent(Total Votes/TotalVoters) 29% 36% 30% 33% 28% 30% 29% 31% 29% 31% Total Registered DEMOCRATS 822 1039 844 1026 916 873 842 857 879 8098 Percent(Total Votes/Total Party) 74% 90% 75% 82% 80% 83% 85% 85% 82% 82% TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 11 T 0 W M G 0 V Ilk':IIR ' IIIA Ilk':III' T STATE PRIMARY (continued) uuui�uuuuu ui�ui�ui luau uuu�i uuIllVuiuu�dui iii iii uui�i iii uu�duiuulllVui iii uu iii Ilui�uuuuu iii iii Illlllui� uuuuuiluuui ilii Iluui Precinct 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Total SENATOR IN CONGRESS ELIZABETH A.WARREN 541 820 580 736 633 614 645 617 626 5812 ALL OTHERS 0 2 1 4 0 4 2 1 0 14 BLANK 66 109 48 104 99 106 71 113 92 1 808 GOVERNOR JAY M.GONZALEZ 345 514 442 517 433 443 458 497 427 4076 BOB MASSIE 139 229 98 163 158 139 147 108 155 1336 ALL OTHERS 0 0 0 6 7 1 0 0 0 14 BLANK 123 188 89 158 134 141 113 126 136 1208 LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR QUENTIN PALFREY 223 384 335 353 340 319 324 360 330 2968 JIMMYTINGLE 220 319 167 249 212 223 228 183 210 2011 ALL OTHERS 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 BLANK 164 228 127 242 180 182 166 188 178 1655 ATTORNEY GENERAL MAURA HEALEY 525 819 572 736 621 626 622 619 627 5767 ALL OTHERS 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 BLANK 82 112 57 108 111 97 96 112 91 866 SECRETARY OF STATE WILLIAM FRANCIS GALVIN 354 512 378 446 430 418 449 427 407 3821 JOSH ZAKIM 194 336 218 299 228 248 207 218 246 2194 ALL OTHERS 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 BLANK 59 83 33 99 74 58 62 86 65 619 TREASURER DEBORAH B.GOLDBERG 440 685 504 612 555 552 552 536 538 4974 ALL OTHERS 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 BLANK 167 246 125 232 177 172 166 195 180 1660 AUDITOR SUZANNE M.BUMP 425 661 479 598 536 525 528 515 521 4788 ALL OTHERS 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 BLANK 182 270 150 246 196 199 190 215 197 1845 REPRESENTATIVE IN CONGRESS-5TH DISTRICT KATHERINE M.CLARK 488 750 540 697 606 591 585 582 592 5431 ALL OTHERS 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 2 BLANK 119 181 88 147 126 133 133 148 126 1201 12 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT T O W M G O V Ilk':IIR ' IIIA Ilk':III' T STATE PRIMARY (continued) uuul uuuuu ui�l�ui Vlu Ilu�i IdIlVuiuuiVui ui ui lupi ui uuiVuildllVui ui li ui luuu�uuuuu ui ui 1111111� uuuuuilllui uu luuuu kmi iii luuuu ui�uuiui ui Idllluu uuui luuui uuul�� Precinct 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Total COUNCILLOR-3RD DISTRICT MARILYN M.PETITTO DEVANEY 232 337 211 318 291 271 303 301 261 2525 NICK CARTER 209 367 319 295 247 281 258 247 275 2498 ALL OTHERS 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 BLANK 166 227 99 231 194 172 157 183 182 1611 SENATOR IN GENERAL COURT- 4TH MIDDLESEX DISTRICT CINDY F.FRIEDMAN 450 711 650 576 557 547 3491 ALL OTHERS 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 BLANK 157 220 194 156 167 170 1064 SENATOR IN GENERAL COURT- 3RD MIDDLESEX DISTRICT MICHAEL J.BARRETT 523 592 566 1681 ALL OTHERS 0 1 1 2 BLANK 106 138 151 395 REPRESENTATIVE IN GENERAL COURT- 15TH MIDDLESEX DISTRICT MICHELLE CICCOLO 307 454 361 487 421 456 447 465 439 3837 MATTHEW COHEN 95 293 105 174 124 130 136 126 108 1291 JOSEPH G.LAHIFF 55 45 17 32 60 33 37 55 57 391 MARY ANN STEWART 119 101 109 108 93 80 71 56 85 822 WILLIAM JOSEPH SWEENEY 22 18 16 27 20 14 10 19 20 166 ALL OTHERS 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 BLANK 9 20 21 16 14 11 17 10 9 127 DISTRICT ATTORNEY- NORTHERN DISTRICT MARIAN T.RYAN 268 402 321 374 309 337 307 340 354 3012 DONNA PATALANO 232 353 225 317 298 261 298 247 245 2476 ALL OTHERS 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 BLANK 107 176 83 153 125 126 113 144 119 1146 CLERK OF COURTS- MIDDLESEX COUNTY MICHAEL A.SULLIVAN 431 644 465 567 516 505 486 506 507 4627 ALL OTHERS 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 BLANK 176 287 164 277 216 219 232 225 211 2007 REGISTER OF DEEDS- MIDDLESEX SOUTHERN DISTRICT MARIA C.CURTATONE 426 642 468 572 512 520 494 505 513 4652 ALL OTHERS 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 BLANK 181 289 161 272 220 204 224 226 205 1982 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 13 T O W M G O V IIE':IIR IIII IIIA IIE':IIII T STATE PRIMARY (continued) udllVul luuuul udll�Illuuul uuuul luuuul ul luuul uuidullullllluu ul uuidulludllVul ul lul ul luuu�uuuuu ul ul Illllllu uuuuulllluul uu luuuu Precinct 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Total Total Reg Voters 2128 2580 2120 2522 2636 2431 2453 2368 2496 21734 Total Votes 607 931 629 844 732 724 718 731 718 6634 Percent(Total Votes/Total Voters) 29% 36% 30% 33% 28% 30% 29% 31% 29% 31% Total Registered DEMOCRATS 822 1 1039 1 844 1026 1 916 873 1 842 857 1 879 8098 Percent(Total Votes/Total Party) 74% 1 90% 1 75% 82% 1 80% 1 83% 1 85% 1 85% 1 82% 1 82% IIIIIIIIIIII IIIIIIIIII III IIIIIIIIII(IIIIIIII IIIIIIIIII III IIIIIIII IIIIIIIII IIIIIIIIIIII III IIIIIIIII IIIIIIIIIIII III (III III�IIII 111111111111111111IIIIIIII IIIIIIIIII III 1111111 III 11111111 IIIIIIIIII III III IIIIIIIII i IIIIIIIIIII IIIIIIII IIII IIIIIIIII Precinct 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Total COUNCILOR-3RD DISTRICT Aaron H.Hutchins(Declared write-in) 0 0 0 0 4 2 1 3 3 13 ALL OTHERS 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 BLANK 87 109 80 109 131 122 114 110 115 977 SENATOR IN GENERAL COURT- 4TH MIDDLESEX DISTRICT ALL OTHERS 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 BLANK 87 109 109 135 124 115 679 SENATOR IN GENERAL COURT- 3RD MIDDLESEX DISTRICT ALL OTHERS 0 0 1 1 BLANK 81 113 117 311 REPRESENTATIVE IN GENERAL COURT- 15TH MIDDLESEX DISTRICT ALL OTHERS 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 BLANK 87 109 81 109 135 124 115 113 117 990 DISTRICT ATTORNEY- NORTHERN DISTRICT ALL OTHERS 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 BLANK 87 109 81 109 135 124 115 113 117 990 CLERK OF COURTS- MIDDLESEX COUNTY ALL OTHERS 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 BLANK 87 109 81 109 135 124 115 113 117 990 REGISTER OF DEEDS- MIDDLESEX SOUTHERN DISTRICT ALL OTHERS 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 BLANK 87 109 81 109 135 124 115 113 117 990 1 IIIIIIIIII III IIIIIIII IIIIIIIIII IIIIIIIIIII III IIII�IIIIIIIIIIII III IIIIIIIIII IIIIIIIIIII III IIII�IIIIIIIIIIII II IIII 1111111111111111111111111 IIIIIIII IIIIIIIII III 1111111 III 11111111 IIIIIIIIII III III IIIIIIIII i IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII IIII 1111111 Precinct 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Total Total Reg Voters 2128 2580 2120 2522 2636 2431 2453 2368 2496 21734 Total Votes 0 1 2 1 1 3 2 0 1 11 Percent(Total Votes/Total Voters) 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% Total Registered LIBERTARIAN 1 4 2 5 5 6 5 5 1 34 Percent(Total Votes/Total Party) 0% 25% 100% 20% 20% 50% 40% 0% 100% 32% 14 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT T O W M G O V Ilk':IIR ' IIIA Ilk':III' T STATE PRIMARY (continued) uuuuu ui ==ZFPrecinctF IdIIVui luuui luuii Illul unct 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Total SENATOR IN CONGRESS ALL OTHERS 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 BLANK 0 1 2 1 1 3 2 0 1 11 GOVERNOR ALL OTHERS 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 BLANK 0 1 2 1 1 3 2 0 1 11 LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR ALL OTHERS 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 BLANK 0 1 2 1 1 3 2 0 1 11 ATTORNEY GENERAL ALL OTHERS 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 BLANK 0 1 2 1 1 3 2 0 1 11 SECRETARY OF STATE ALL OTHERS 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 BLANK 0 1 2 1 1 3 2 0 1 11 TREASURER ALL OTHERS 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 BLANK 0 1 2 1 1 3 2 0 1 11 AUDITOR DANIEL FISHMAN 0 0 0 0 1 2 1 0 1 5 ALL OTHERS 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 BLANK 0 1 1 2 1 0 1 1 0 0 6 REPRESENTATIVE IN CONGRESS-5TH DISTRICT ALL OTHERS 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 BLANK 0 1 2 1 1 3 2 0 1 11 COUNCILLOR-3RD DISTRICT ALL OTHERS 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 BLANK 1 0 1 1 1 2 1 1 3 2 0 1 11 SENATOR IN GENERAL COURT-4TH MIDDLESEX DISTRICT ALL OTHERS 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 BLANK 0 1 1 1 3 2 8 SENATOR IN GENERAL COURT-3RD MIDDLESEX DISTRICT ALL OTHERS 0 0 0 0 BLANK 2 0 1 3 REPRESENTATIVE IN GENERAL COURT-15TH MIDDLESEX DISTRICT ALL OTHERS 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 BLANK 0 1 2 1 1 3 2 0 1 11 DISTRICT ATTORNEY-NORTHER I DISTRICT ALL OTHERS 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 BLANK 1 0 1 2 1 1 3 2 0 1 11 CLERK OF COURTS-MIDDLESEX COUNTY ALL OTHERS 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 BLANK 0 1 1 2 1 1 3 2 0 1 11 REGISTER OF DEEDS-MIDDLESEX SOUTHERN DISTRICT ALL OTHERS 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 BLANK 0 1 2 1 1 3 2 0 1 11 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 15 T 0 W M G 0 V Ilk':R I T Ilk':III' T STATE ELECTION : NOVEMBER 6, 2018 November 6, 2018 PRECINCT 4:Warden: Linda Dixon [U]; Clerk: Evangeline Puopolo [U]; Inspectors: Beverly Aker [U], Mariapilar In pursuance of the foregoing warrant the legal voters of the Cabrera[D],Ann Canter[U],Christine Collins[D],Margaret Town of Lexington met in their respective voting places in Counts-Klebe[D],Gloria Curran[U],Anne Mary Dunn[U], said Town of Lexington on Tuesday, November 6, 2018 at Kathleen Head [U], Caroline Lucas [D], Betsy Pollack [D], 7:00 a.m. Sandra Shaw[D]. The following places were designated as the voting locations for the various precincts: Precinct One, School PRECINCT 5: Warden: Marie Hill [U]; Clerk: Josephine Administration Building; Precinct Two, Bowman School; Bailey[U];Inspectors: Joanne Andrellos [R],Robert Balaban Precinct 'Three, Lexington Community Center; Precinct [D],Irene Dondley[D],Donnalee Farris[U],Susan Marinaro Four, Cary Memorial Building; Precinct Five, School [D],Wilson Menashi[D],Gail Selian[D],Lorraine Setterlund Administration Building; Precinct Six, Cary Memorial [U],Matthew Thenen [U],Stephen Tauber [D]. Building; Precinct Seven, Estabrook School, Precinct Eight, PRECINCT 6: Warden: Ann Webster [U]; Co-Clerks: Samuel Hadley Public Services Building;Precinct Nine,Keilty Richard Bair[U],Margaret Freeman[U];Inspectors:L.Susan Hall,St.Brigid's Church. Conway [U], Charles Freeman [R], Cheryl Gall [D], Sandra The Election Officers(Wardens,Clerks and Inspectors) of Gasbarro [U], Jane Halverson [U], Donald Lund [R], Ethel the various precincts were assigned for duty as follows: 011in [D], Charles Price [U], Loyde Romero [D], E. Ashley PRECINCT I:Warden: Susan Rockwell [U]; Clerk: Richard Rooney [U], Elaine Ward [U], Charles Wilhoite [D], Becky Spillane [U]; Inspectors: Diane Biglow [U], Cristina Burwell Wilhoite [U]. [D],Julia Thompson [D],Adriana Forte [U],Walter Fullmer PRECINCT 7: Warden: Alice Pierce [D]; Clerk: James [R],Carol Goldthwait [R],Mary Knight [U],Elaine Quinlan Wood [D]; Inspectors: Mabel Amar [D], Marsha Baker [D], [U],Edwina Spillane [U],Julia Steigerwald Schnall[U],Jessie George Burnell [U], Mary Burnell [U], Suzanne Caton [D], Steigerwald[U]. Patricia Costello [U], Harry Forsdick [U], Natalie Graham PRECINCT 2: Warden: Rebecca Fagan Gorospe [U]; Co- [U], Margaret Quinn [D], Carol Snell [D], Ann Strong [D], Clerks:Brian Cutler[D],Susanne Hays[U];Inspectors:Teresa Martha Wood[D]. Battell [D], Thomas Battell [U], Arline Burns [U], Robert PRECINCT 8:Warden:Chet Webster [U];Clerk:Julie Sibert Hartshorn [D], Marita Hartshorn [D], Joan Lowenberg [D], [U]; Inspectors: Maureen Burns [U], Linda Cohen [U], Margaret Outlette [D], Lucille Parker [U], Josephine Petner Norman Cohen [U], Barbara Conte [U], Dennis Johnson [D],Jyoti Rao [D],Dorothy Tutko [U]. [U], Lorrain Marquis [U], Jacqueline McShine [U], Julie PRECINCT 3:Warden:Jody Schott-Marcell[D];Clerk:Amy Miller [U], Anne O'Neill [U], Margaret Saradjian [D], Jean Rubin [U];Inspectors: Faith Fenske [U],Jodia Finnagan [U], Shanahan [U],Alan Strauss [D]. Shirley Frawley[D],William Frawley [D],Elizabeth Garland PRECINCT 9: Warden: Shirley Ament-Bergey [D]; Clerk: [D],Edgar Knudson [U], Sally Lawlor [R],Lee Minardi [D], Michael Fenollosa [D]; Inspectors: Dorothy Bolduc [U], Louis Mula [U], Susan McLeish [U], Frances Potter [D], Ronna Casper [D], Marilyn Fenollosa [D], Constance Elaine Torsiello [R] Virginia Weinberger [U], Julie Worzala Cooper[D],Harry Farrington[U],Janet Lowther[R],Angela [D]. Marcucci [U], Judith Mello [U], Clark Schuler [U], Judith Schuler [U],Francine Steiglitz [D]. (continued on next page) 16 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT T O W M G 0 V IIE':IIR IIII IIIA IIE':IIII T STATE ELECTION: NOVEMBER 6, 2018 (continued) Election results were delivered to the Town Clerk at the Town Office Building;73%of the registered voters cast their vote. The Town Clerk tallied the results as follows: t w t I uuuu Ii uiEllllui iuuuui Iglu Idlllll uuuuui uuuuui lulu uu luui: ui uu uuuuu luuu�u ui luau: ui uuuuu ui uu uuuuu uuul Vuu Ili li uuuui udllVui Iuuuu luuui uuuui ui li:ui uuul uuuuu luuui li Iglu Vuu Ili li luuui uuiVu Iuiiuii IIIIUI Idlllll uil1111 uuuli Illul IIIIIIII li u1 1111 uu luuuu u1 Precinct 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Total Total Reg. 2166 2621 2168 2535 2654 2469 2480 2391 2529 22013 Democrat 837 1038 866 1027 924 883 850 868 882 8175 Republican 167 173 135 174 229 234 197 183 173 1665 Libertarian 1 2 3 5 6 4 5 4 1 31 Unenrolled 1153 1397 1152 1315 1481 1338 1419 1328 1463 12046 All Others 8 11 12 14 14 10 9 8 10 96 IIII�IIIIIIIIIIIII IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII IIII IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII Illllllllllll�llllllllllllldlllllllllllllllll IIIIIIIIII IIIIIII�Illlllldllllllllll 111111 IIIIIIIIII VIII III�IIIIIIIII�IIIIIIIIIIIIIII IIIIIIIII Ill�lllllllilllllllllllllllllllllllllll IIII IIIIIIIIII Precinct 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Total Registere,Specialty Qualified, and UOCAVA Ballots mailed 115 144 135 155 135 127 117 129 105 1162 Voted In-Person&Counted 4 1 5 3 5 6 2 6 1 33 Returned&Counted 97 115 106 126 109 105 95 110 79 942 Rejected/Late/Not Returned 18 29 31 29 26 22 22 19 28 224 Federal Write-In Received &Counted 0 0 0 1 0 0 2 0 3 Total Absentee Ballots Counted 97 115 106 127 109 105 95 112 79 945 UOCAVA Ballots Processed 5 11 7 7 9 10 9 4 5 67 UOCAVA Ballots Received &Counted 5 10 7 6 9 10 9 3 5 64 Provisional Ballots Processed 1 1 2 0 0 1 0 1 1 7 Provisional Ballots Counted 1 0 1 0 0 1 0 1 0 4 Early Voted Ballots in Person 466 537 483 724 691 615 511 458 520 5005 Early Voted Ballots by Mail 2 1 7 1 2 2 3 2 3 23 F==F7E7F1F1 ui lu uulll 1111IIui uuuuu IIII Ii I III luuu�i a Ilui:lluu ui�Vui�ui ui�ui�uiui duiuulllVui uiPreci1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Total Total Reg Voters 2166 2621 2168 2535 2654 2469 2480 2391 2529 22013 Total Votes 1601 2009 1497 1918 1894 1786 1845 1763 1781 16094 Percent(Total Votes/Total Voters] 74% 77% 69% 76% 71% 72% 74% 74% 70% 73% (continued on next page) TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 17 T O W M G 0 V Ilk':IIR ' IIIA Ilk':III' T STATE ELECTION: NOVEMBER 6, 2018 (continued) w Iiif iGi: ui uuidui ui uuuuu uuuuu uuuuuiuuuui iiuiu ui ui lull iuilllluu ui�ui uuuuuliiuii:�uuiu uuuuu ui iiuii: Precinct 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Total SENATOR IN CONGRESS ELIZABETH A.WARREN 1172 1585 1193 1453 1353 1315 1321 1286 1300 11978 GEOFF DIEHL 362 334 245 389 453 379 426 393 398 3379 SHIVAAYYADURAI 45 62 38 38 61 62 77 56 59 498 ALL OTHERS 3 1 1 3 0 2 0 0 1 11 BLANKS 19 27 20 35 27 28 21 28 23 228 GOVERNOR/LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR BAKER and POLITO 869 1043 763 1032 1084 1047 1021 984 1008 8851 GONZALEZ and PALFREY 689 897 695 826 765 704 788 735 724 6823 ALL OTHERS 0 4 0 2 1 0 1 2 2 12 BLANK 43 65 39 58 44 35 35 42 47 408 ATTORNEY GENERAL MAURA HEALEY 1273 1686 1250 1556 1446 1422 1435 1380 1396 12844 JAMES R.MCMAHON,III 293 276 219 303 409 324 375 329 350 2878 ALL OTHERS 0 2 1 1 0 0 0 1 0 5 BLANK 35 45 27 58 39 40 35 53 35 367 SECRETARY OF STATE WILLIAM FRANCIS GALVIN 1201 1616 1211 1461 1425 1394 1368 1359 1319 12354 ANTHONY M.AMORE 252 237 200 270 351 279 343 285 325 2542 JUAN G.SANCHEZ,JR. 73 64 40 80 43 44 65 42 62 513 ALL OTHERS 0 1 0 2 0 1 0 1 0 5 BLANK 75 91 46 105 75 68 69 76 75 680 TREASURER DEBORAH B.GOLDBERG 1172 1543 1204 1423 1359 1344 1342 1276 1288 11951 KEIKO M.ORRALL 283 287 208 307 392 315 366 341 342 2841 JAMIE M.GUERIN 45 58 27 53 39 22 45 33 44 366 ALL OTHERS 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 BLANK 101 121 58 135 104 105 92 112 107 935 AUDITOR SUZANNE M.BUMP 1062 1393 1095 1290 1244 1192 1192 1177 1166 10811 HELEN BRADY 311 310 239 341 424 347 411 353 368 3104 DANIEL FISHMAN 76 115 52 93 74 99 109 73 76 767 EDWARD J.STAMAS 39 57 28 40 36 30 30 32 55 347 ALL OTHERS 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 BLANKS 113 134 83 154 116 118 103 128 116 1065 REPRESENTATIVE IN CONGRESS(FIFTH DISTRICT) KATHERINE M.CLARK 1214 1620 1229 1498 1412 1387 1383 1341 1352 12436 JOHN HUGO 315 314 233 336 431 337 399 345 367 3077 ALL OTHERS 0 1 0 1 0 2 0 1 0 5 BLANKS 72 74 35 83 51 60 63 76 62 576 (continued on next page) 18 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT T O W M G 0 V Ilk':IIR ' IIIA Ilk':III' T STATE ELECTION: NOVEMBER 6, 2018 (continued) w Iiif iGi: ui uuidui ui uuuuu uuuuu uuuuuiuuuui iiuiu ui ui lull iuilllluu ui�uu uuuuliiuii:�uuiu uuuuu ui iiuii: Precinct 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Total COUNCILLOR(THIRD DISTRICT) MARILYN M.PETITTO DEVANEY 1184 1532 1121 1406 1392 1333 1359 1302 1325 11954 ALL OTHERS 1 3 1 4 3 6 5 4 3 30 BLANKS 416 1 474 375 1 508 499 447 1 481 457 453 4110 SENATOR IN GENERAL COURT(FOURTH MIDDLESEX DISTRICT) CINDY F.FRIEDMAN 1230 1604 1492 1443 1393 1423 8585 ALL OTHERS 0 3 6 2 7 6 24 BLANKS 371 402 420 449 386 416 2444 SENATOR IN GENERAL COURT(THIRD MIDDLESEX DISTRICT MICHAEL J.BARRETT 1239 1388 1392 4019 ALL OTHERS 1 3 3 7 BLANKS 257 1 372 386 1015 REPRESENTATIVE IN GENERAL COURT(FIFTEENTH MIDDLESEX DISTRICT) MICHELLE CICCOLO 1262 1614 1239 1529 1477 1448 1447 1393 1427 12836 ALL OTHERS 0 4 0 5 2 6 7 6 5 35 BLANKS 339 391 258 384 415 332 391 364 349 3223 DISTRICT ATTORNEY(NORTHERN DISTRICT) MARIAN RYAN 1225 1584 1193 1474 1428 1364 1395 1319 1357 12339 ALL OTHERS 0 3 1 3 1 5 5 2 2 22 BLANKS 376 422 303 441 465 417 445 442 422 3733 CLERK OF COURTS MICHAEL A.SULLIVAN 1213 1547 1180 1423 1418 1337 1379 1304 1351 12152 ALL OTHERS 0 2 0 3 3 5 4 1 1 19 BLANKS 388 460 317 492 473 444 462 458 429 3923 REGISTER OF DEEDS MARIA C.CURTATONE 1201 1534 1175 1422 1401 1340 1366 1296 1351 12086 ALL OTHERS 0 1 0 13 4 4 4 1 2 29 BLANKS 400 1 474 1 322 483 489 442 475 466 428 3979 QUESTION 1 (Initiative Petition)NURSE TO PATIENT LIMITS YES 464 536 340 422 434 399 422 429 427 3873 NO 1081 1397 1086 1426 1390 1339 1354 1280 1286 11639 BLANKS 56 76 71 1 70 70 48 69 54 68 582 QUESTION 2 (Initiative Petition)CREATION OF CITIZENS COMMISSION-MONEY IN ELECTIONS YES 1241 1622 1208 1517 1415 1368 1418 1362 1353 12504 NO 315 330 254 333 412 365 378 350 376 3113 BLANKS 45 57 35 68 67 53 49 51 52 477 QUESTION 3 (Referendum)DISCRIMINATION ON BASIS OF GENDER YES 11201 1623 j 1212 1523 1397 1416 1378 1330 1333 12413 NO 359 349 256 350 447 343 437 396 416 3353 BLANKS 41 37 29 45 50 27 30 37 32 328 (continued on next page) TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 19 T O 4 G 0 V Ilk':IIR ' IIIA Ilk':III' T SPECIAL TOWN MEETING November 1 2, 2018 SpeClal TO W n Meeting Town Clerk, and the plans identified thereto as Appendices Moderator Deborah Brown called the 2018 Special Town A1,A2,A3,and A4,shall apply to said district PD-3. Meeting #1 to order at 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, November 13, Article 10 NOT Adopted by the necessary two-thirds - 106 in 2018 in the Margery Milne Battin Hall in the Cary Memorial favor,56 opposed. Building, 1605 Massachusetts Avenue.A quorum in excess of Mark Andersen,Pct.6,Served Notice of Reconsideration. (This 100 members was present. Article was reconsidered on November 14,2018,resulting in a ARTICLE 1: REPORTS OF TOWN BOARDS, positive vote on the rezoning.) OFFICERS,COMMITTEES ARTICLE 2: AMEND ZONING BYLAW MOTION:That the Report of the Appropriation Committee MEDICAL AND RECREATIONAL be received and placed on file. MARIJUANA MOTION: That the Report of the Capital Expenditures MOTION:That the Zoning Bylaw,Chapter 135 of the Code Committee be received and placed on file. of the Town of Lexington be amended as follows: Article I Adopted- by voice vote. A. Delete 4 135-3.1.7,Recreational Marijuana Moratorium. ARTICLE 9: PETITION FOR CHANGE OF B. In Section 10.1 Definitions, remove the definitions ZONING DISTRICT AND ZONING MAP of `MEDICAL MARIJUANA CULTIVATION CENTER (MMCC), `MEDICAL MARIJUANA DISTRIBUTION MOTION:That this matter be referred back to the Planning CENTER, and `MEDICAL MARIJUANA PROCESSING Board. CENTER(MMPC)'and add the following new definitions: Article 9 Adopted- by voice vote. MEDICAL MARIJUANA TREATMENT CENTER: A ARTICLE 10: AMEND ZONING BYLAY - 55 & Medical Marijuana Treatment Center or Registered Marijuana 56 WATERTOWN STREET Dispensary (RMD) as defined in Chapter 369 of the Acts of 2012. MOTION:That: MARIJUANA ESTABLISHMENT: A Marijuana (a)the Zoning Bylaw, Chapter 135 of the Code of the Town Establishment,as defined in M.G.L C.94G gl,but not includ- of Lexington,and the Zoning Map of the Town of Lexington ing a Medical Marijuana Treatment Center. be amended by rezoning the land identified as Map 3,Lot 15 (formerly a portion of the land previously identified as Map Update Table 1, Permitted Uses and Development St 1,Lot 2A) and Map 3, Lot 16 (formerly a portion of the land Standards,as follows: previously identified as Map 3,Lot 2A)on the Assessor's Map, 1. Delete row C.1.07,`Medical marijuana cultivation center'. and described in a certain metes and bounds description and 2. In row I.1.013, replace `Medical marijuana distribution certain plans on file with the Planning Board and the Town center'with`Medical Marijuana Treatment Center'. Clerk as part of a Preliminary Site Development and Use Plan dated October 17,2018 (the"PSDUP")from the current RO 3. Delete N.1.03,`Medical marijuana processing center'. One Family Dwelling District to a Planned Development 4. Add row I.1.014, `Marijuana Establishment' and amend District to be identified as Planned Development District-3 Table 1 as shown below: ("PD-3")as described in said PSDUP;and Article 2 Adopted by the necessary two-thirds-by voice vote. (b)the zoning regulations and dimensional standards identi- fied in the document entitled the "Zoning Text"provided as Tab 7 to the PSDUP,on file with the Planning Board and the TABLE 1 GC RO RS RT CN CRS CS CSX CB CLO CRO CM 1.1.014 Marijuana Establishment N N N N N N N N N N N Y� "Unless otherwise prohibited by the Town's General Bylaws 20 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT T O 4 G 0 V Ilk':IIR ' IIIT Ilk':III' T SPECIAL TOWN MEETING (continued) ARTICLE 3: APPROPRIATE FOR CENTER ARTICLE 6: AMEND FY2019 OPERATING, STREETSCAPE ENTERPRISE AND CPA BUDGETS MOTION: That the Town appropriate $550,000 to pay for MOTION:(a)That the following adjustments be made to the the costs of design,engineering and architectural services for following line items for the FY2019 budget as approved under the Center Streetscape,and for the payment of all other costs Article 4 of the 2018 Annual Town Meeting: necessary or incidental thereto and that to meet this appro- Line Item Program From To priation,$550,000 be raised in the tax levy. 1200 Regional School $2,216,217 $2,126,217 Article 3 Adopted-99 in favor,45 opposed. 6000 Human Services 10:47 p.m. Suzanne Barry,Chair,Board of Selectmen,moved Personal Services $669,089 $656,589 to adjourn Special Town Meeting 2018-1 until 7:30 p.m. on 6000 Human Services Wednesday,November 14,2018 in the Margery Milne Battin Expenses $796,195 $820,906 Hall in the Cary Memorial Building, 1605 Massachusetts 7100-7400 Land Use Personal Avenue.Motion Adopted. Services $2,014,038 $2,004,038 November 14, 2018 Special Town Meeting 7100-7400 Land Use Expenses $433,598 $443,598 #1 (2018-1) (coni.) Moderator Deborah Brown called the adjourned session and further that $12,211 be appropriated from the Transportation Network Company special revenue fund to of the 2018 Special Town Meeting #1 to order at 7:30 p.m., finance said amendment. Wednesday,November 14,2018 in the Margery Milne Battin Hall in the Cary Memorial Building, 1605 Massachusetts MOTION: (b) That the following adjustment be made to Avenue.A quorum in excess of 100 members was present. the following line item for the FY2019 budget to operate the Water Division of the Department of Public Works as ap- ARTICLE 1: REPORTS OF TOWN BOARDS, proved under Article 5(a)of the 2018 Annual Town Meeting: OFFICERS,COMMITTEES Program From To MOTION:That the Report of the Town Manager. MWRA Assessment $7,179,738 $7,128,006 Article I Adopted- by voice vote. ARTICLE 5: APPROPRIATE FOR HOSMER MOTION: (c) That the following adjustment be made to HOUSE REUSE STUDY the following line item for the FY2019 budget to operate the Wastewater Division of the Department of Public Works MOTION: That the Town appropriate $50,000 for the pur- as approved under Article 5(b) of the 2018 Annual Town pose of paying costs of a feasibility study regarding the relo- Meeting: cation or preservation of the Hammond A. Hosmer House, located at 1557 Massachusetts Avenue,including the payment Program From To of all costs incidental or related thereto;that to meet this ap- MWRA Assessment $7,634,368 $7,402,979 propriation$50,000 be raised in the tax levy Article 5 Adopted-99 in favor,58 opposed. Article 6 Adopted-155 in favor,I opposed. ARTICLE 4: TRANSFER OF PROPERTY TO LEXHAB ARTICLE 7: APPROPRIATE FOR PRIOR MOTION: That the Board of Selectmen be authorized YEARS'UNPAID BILLS to transfer custody and control of the land known as 18 Rangeway to the Lexington Housing Assistance Board, Inc. MOTION:That this article be indefinitely postponed. ("LexHAB")for one dollar and other valuable consideration, Article 7Adopted- by voice vote. on such terms and conditions as the Board may determine. Article 4 Adopted-159 in favor,2 opposed. TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 21 T 0 4 G 0 V Ilk':IIR ' IIIA Ilk':III' °T SPECIAL TOWN MEETING: (continued) ARTICLE 8: ESTABLISH AND APPROPRIATE ARTICLE 10: AMEND ZONING BYLAW-55 & TO AND FROM SPECIFIED STABILIZATION 56 WATERTOWN STREET FUNDS MOTION:That: MOTION: (a)the Zoning Bylaw, Chapter 135 of the Code of the Town a) That$145,004 be appropriated into the Capital Stabilization of Lexington,and the Zoning Map of the Town of Lexington Fund,and to meet this appropriation$145,004 be raised from be amended by rezoning the land identified as Map 3,Lot 15 the tax levy;and (formerly a portion of the land previously identified as Map b) That $94,070.36 be appropriated into the Transportation 1,Lot 2A) and Map 3,Lot 16 (formerly a portion of the land Demand Management Stabilization Fund, and to meet Previously identified as Map 3,Lot 2A)on the Assessor's Map, this appropriation $94,070.36 be appropriated from the and described in a certain metes and bounds description and Transportation Demand Management special revenue fund; certain plans on file with the Planning Board and the Town and Clerk as part of a Preliminary Site Development and Use Plan dated October 17,2018 (the"PSDUP") from the current RO c) That $4,766.00 be appropriated into the Transportation One Family Dwelling District to a Planned Development Management Overlay District (TMOD) Stabilization Fund, District to be identified as Planned Development District-3 and to meet this appropriation $4,766.00 be appropriated ("PD-3")as described in said PSDUP;and from the Transportation Management Overlay District (TMOD)special revenue fund;and (b)the zoning regulations and dimensional standards identi- fied in the document entitled the "Zoning Text"provided as d) That the Town establish an Ambulance Stabilization Tab 7 to the PSDUP,on file with the Planning Board and the Fund,for the purpose of funding the purchase of ambulances Town Clerk, and the plans identified thereto as Appendices and further that the Town accept paragraph four of Section A1,A2,A3,and A4,shall apply to said district PD-3. 5B of Chapter 40 of the Massachusetts General Laws and AMENDMENT TO ARTICLE 10• that any payments or contributions or fees approved by the Board of Selectmen for such purposes be deposited into said Moved that: Town Meeting move to Amend the motion Ambulance Stabilization fund. under Article 10 by substituting the Article 8(a)Adopted-145 in favor,11 opposed. following Motion: Articles 8(b,c,d)Adopted-158 in favor,zero opposed. "That the Article 10 matter be referred back to the Planning Board" MOTION TO RECONSIDER ARTICLE 10 Motion to Refer Article 10 back the Planning Board NOT Adopted-24 in favor, 127 opposed. Article 10 (after Reconsideration) Adopted by the necessary two-thirds-128 in favor,26 opposed. 11:22 p.m. Selectman Suzanne Barry moved to dissolve Special Town Meeting 2018-1.Motion Adopted. 22 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT T 0 W M G 0 V Ilk':IIR ' IIIT Ilk':III' T ANNUAL TOWN ELECTION: MARCH 4, 2019 In pursuance of the foregoing warrant the legal voters of the PRECINCT 6:Warden:Ann Webster[U];Clerks:Richard Bair Town of Lexington met in their respective voting places in said [U],Margaret Freeman [U];Inspectors: Charles Freeman [R], Town of Lexington on Monday,March 4,2019 at 7:00 a.m. Jane Halverson [U], Magdalena Himmel [U], Michael Levitt The following places were designated as the voting places [R],Donald Lund [R], Grace Murphy [D], Charles Price [U], for the various precincts: Precinct One, School Administration E.Ashley Rooney[U],Thomas Taylor [D],Elaine Ward [U]. Building; Precinct Two, Bowman School; Precinct Three, PRECINCT 7•Warden:James Wood[D];Clerk:Mabel Amar Lexington Community Center; Precinct Four, Cary Memorial [D]; Inspectors: Dorothy Bolduc [U], Suzanne Caton [D], Building; Precinct Five, School Administration Building; Constance Cooper[D],Carol Daniels[U],Irene Dondley[D], Precinct Six,Cary Memorial Building;Precinct Seven,Estabrook Natalie Graham [U], Charmaine King [U], Susan McLeish School,Precinct Eight,Samuel Hadley Public Services Building; [U],Ellan Siegel [U],Carol Snell [D]Martha Wood [D]. Precinct Nine,Keilty Hall,St.Brigid's Church. The Election Officers and Wardens of the various precincts PRECINCT 8:Warden:Chet Webster [U];Clerk:Julie Sibert were assigned for duty as follows: [U]; Inspectors: Dennis Johnson [U], Lorain Marquis [U], PRECINCT I:Warden: Susan Rockwell [U]; Clerk: Cristina Judith Mello[U],Julie Miller[U],Anne O'Neill[U],Margaret Saradjian [D]. Burwell [D]; Inspectors: Robert Balaban [D], Margaret Counts-Klebe [D], Carol Goldthwait [R], Lindsay Koso [U], PRECINCT 9: Warden: Shirley Ament-Bergey [D]; Clerk: Caroline Lucas [D], Ethel 011in [D], Becky Wilhoite [U], Michael Fenollosa [D]; Inspectors: Harry Farrington [U], Charles Wilhoite [D]. Marilyn Fenollosa [D],Mary Hutton [D],Janet Lowther [R], Clark Schuler [U],Judith Schuler [U],Francine Stieglitz [D], PRECINCT 2:Warden: Rebecca Fagan Gorospe [U]; Clerk: Dorothy Vincent [U],Robert Vincent [U]. Brian Cutler [D]; Inspectors: Thomas Battell [U], Arline Burns [U], Christine Collins [D], Marita Hartshorn [D], The Election Officers were sworn to the faithful performance Robert Hartshorn [D], Nancy Hubert [D], Sally Lawlor [R], of their duties. The polls were declared open in each precinct Joan Loewenberg [D],Lucille Parker [U]. at seven o'clock A.M. and remained open until eight o'clock P.M.,at which time,after due notice,declared closed. PRECINCT 3: Warden:Jody Schott-Marcell[D];Clerk:Amy Rubin [U]; Inspectors: George Burnell [U], Mary Burnell ] U], Ann Canter [U], Faith Fenske [U], Jodia Finnagan [U], ib I William Frawley[D],Shirley Frawley[D],Carolyn Koso [U], M7M7 Frances Potter [D]. PCTplicationsllots Ballots Not ocessed urned Returned/Late/PRECINCT 4:Warden: Linda Dixon [U]; Clerk:Evangeline person unted Undeliverable/ Puopolo [U]; Inspectors: Norman Cohen [U], Linda Cohen and by mail Rejected [U], Patricia Costello [U], Kathleen Head [U], Judith Mello 1 5 5 0 2 8 4 4 [U],Lee Minardi [D],Betsy Pollack[D],Loyde Romero [D], 3 24 15 9 Diane Sperandio [R],Ann Strong [D]. 4 23 17 6 PRECINCT 5: Warden: Joan Bailey [U]; Clerk: Lorraine 5 10 8 2 Setterlund [U]; Inspectors: Donnalee Farris [U], Yang Gao 6 16 12 4 [U], Susan Marinaro [D], Wilson Menashi [D], Elaine 7 11 6 5 Quinlan [U], Gail Selian [D], Sandra Shaw [D], Stephen 8 6 5 1 Tauber [D],Matthew Thenen [U]. 9 9 3 6 Totals 112 75 37 iI I =11,11101111111 di111111i 2 3 4 5 6 9 TotalPreci Total Reg. 2132 2586 2133 2512 2634 2470 2439 2377 2487 21770 Democrat 824 1026 852 1015 910 878 836 856 864 8061 Republican 160 166 127 167 226 231 190 183 173 1623 Green Rainbow 1 4 1 3 1 1 0 1 1 13 Libertarian 1 2 3 5 7 4 5 4 1 32 Unenrolled 1139 1380 1139 1311 1476 1347 1400 1326 1441 11959 All Others 7 8 11 11 14 9 8 7 7 82 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 23 T O W ll G o V Ilk':IIR ' IIIA Ilk':III' T ANNUAL TOWN ELECTION: MARCH 4, 2019 (continued) udll�IudllVui iuuuui luu�l ui luilllluu luu�l ui =11111,1 Precinct 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Total TOTAL VOTERS 2132 2586 2133 2512 2634 2470 2439 2377 2487 21770 Total Votes 298 448 288 423 415 483 419 522 320 3616 Percent 14% 17% 14% 17% 16% 20% 17% 22% 13% 17% uiklllllui iu�luu uulluu uuuu uiklllllui iuuuui uulluui lui�luu uulluu uuuuu uuuuuuuuuu uui�i iii iii uui ui�luu uuIllVui uuuuu uuuui Iluuuu uuuuu uulluuuu Precinct 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Total SELECTMAN (Vote for Not more than TWO for THREE Years) SUZANNE E.BARRY 216 305 190 321 289 374 326 375 232 2628 JOSEPH N.PATO 198 299 210 293 274 322 274 332 227 2429 Write-in 5 2 1 2 4 4 5 5 4 32 Blank Votes 177 290 175 230 263 266 233 332 177 2143 SELECTMAN (Vote for Not more than ONE for ONE Year) MATTHEW COHEN 92 197 97 110 136 122 135 172 99 1160 MARK SANDEEN 179 231 185 293 255 355 267 289 201 2255 Write-in 1 2 0 1 1 0 2 0 1 8 Blank Votes 26 18 6 19 23 6 15 61 19 193 MODERATOR(Vote for NOT more than ONE for ONE Year) DEBORAH J.BROWN 212 308 227 318 299 370 324 363 234 2655 Write-in 1 0 2 0 1 1 1 0 2 8 Blank Votes 85 140 59 105 115 112 94 159 84 953 School Committee(Vote for NOT more than TWO for THREE Years) EILEEN S.JAY 200 284 171 299 291 333 286 352 216 2432 SCOTTA.BOKUN 191 247 194 287 257 322 262 318 219 2297 Write-in 2 0 2 1 2 0 2 0 1 10 Blank Votes 203 365 209 259 280 311 288 374 204 2493 PLANNING BOARD(Vote for NOT more than ONE for THREE Years) NANCY CORCORAN-RONCHETTI 132 168 73 177 184 196 154 204 123 1411 ROBERT D.PETERS 99 190 184 169 150 196 197 200 136 1521 Write-in 1 2 0 0 1 0 1 0 2 7 Blank Votes 66 88 31 77 80 91 67 118 59 677 LEXINGTON HOUSING AUTHORITY (Vote for NOT more than ONE for FIVE Years) MELINDA M.WALKER 195 278 215 279 275 320 295 341 220 2418 Write-in 2 1 1 0 1 3 2 2 2 14 Blank Votes 101 169 72 144 139 160 122 179 98 1184 24 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT T O W M G 0 V Ilk':IIR ' IIIT Ilk':III' T ANNUAL TOWN ELECTION: MARCH 4, 2019 (continued) PRECINCT 1 —Seven for Three Years;One for Two Years;One for One Year PRECINCT 6—Seven for Three Years Total I Total Total Total *HONGBIN LUO 170 *BARRY SAMPSON 123 *tMARK SANDEEN 332 `MARGARET COUNTS-KLEBE 269 *ERIC JAY MICHELSON 170 ***YINGJIE WEI 121 *TRISHA PEREZ KENNEALY 315 *DAWN E.MCKENNA 212 *LUCY ANNE WALL 161 **BELLA D.TSVETKOVA 104 *SARA G.BOTHWELL ALLEN 302 FREDERIC S.JOHNSON 208 *LARRY D.FREEMAN 158 JAMES AVERY 88 *DEBORAH COHEN STROD 288 TODD J.CATALDO 145 *VALERIE G.OVERTON 155 MICHAEL MOLLA 86 *ANDREA J.FRIBUSH 276 Ramin Taraz 1 *BRIAN E.HEFFERNAN 139 Carol J.Sampson 6 (t See Notes below) All Others 0 Janet M.Kern 2 All Others 0 elected for:*three years Blanks 1033 elected for:*3 years,*"2 years,*`1 year Blanks 1199 PRECINCT 7—Seven for Three Years PRECINCT 2—Seven for Three Years *PATRICIA ELEN COSTELLO 276 *VIKAS KINGER 235 *MATTHEW COHEN 285 AVRAM BASKIN 124 *MARY BURNELL 259 *SOPHIA ZHAO 229 *RITA B.GOLDBERG 242 CHARLES HORNIG 109 *MARY CAUSEY HAMILTON 246 UMESH SHELAT 184 *BETSEY WEISS 236 INGRID H.KLIMOFF 109 *ROBERT D.PETERS 239 Michael David Barg 2 *KATHRYN MAYES FIELDS 233 Jeremy B.Fry 1 *GEORGE A.BURNELL 236 Yuting Tang 1 *AJAY T.JOSEPH 207 Sean D.Osborne 1 elected for:*3 years All Others 0 *MATTHEW P.DAGGETT 201 Rachel E.Reed 1 1 1 Blanks 1026 *RICKI PAPPO 194 All Others 0 PRECINCT 8—Seven for Three Years;Two for One Year elected for:*3 years Blanks 1193 *BETTY J.GAU 349 **ANDRE RADULESCU-BANU 172 PRECINCT 3—Seven for Three Years *DAVID C.HORTON 291 WILLIAM A.RIBICH 171 *JEANNE KRIEGER 225 Rena Maliszewski 39 *TERESA L.WRIGHT 290 LI HUANG 128 *MICHAEL J.MARTIGNETTI 200 Joshua F.Apgar 3 *ALAN MAYER LEVINE 285 REBECCA ANNE WEILER 128 *NANCY L.HUBERT 196 Lisa P.Boehm 1 *YU WU 251 WILLIAM A.WARD,JR. 99 *GLENN P.PARKER 190 Stephen G.Crowne 1 *MARGARET S.ENDERS 237 DAVID E.BURNS 92 *KEVIN JOHNSON 186 Cornelia C.Johnson 1 *MELINDA M.WALKER 213 TING WANG 71 *FRANKLIN E.SMITH 181 Adrian Porras 1 **LAUREN DEEMS BLACK 177 Mitchell Kase 1 *COURTNEY MCCOLLUM APGAR 155 Victor Porras 1 All Others 0 elected for:*3 years All Others 0 elected for:*3 years;**1 year Blanks 1743 Blanks 636 PRECINCT 9—Seven for Three Years;One for One Year PRECINCT 4—Seven for Three Years *THOMAS 0.FENN 207 **PAMELA KUMARI JOSHI 157 *SANDRA J.SHAW 244 CAROLINE I.KLUCHMAN 144 *MARGARET E.COPPE 206 SCOTT F.BURSON 128 *GERALD PAUL 231 Mark Connor 7 *VICTORIA LAWRENCE BLIER 195 NANCY C.COWEN 122 *LISA M.O'BRIEN 225 Heather Hartshorn 2 *CHRISTINA M.MURRAY 165 Huamao Lin 1 *THOMAS V.GRIFFITHS 223 Charla Coleman 1 *JANET M.PERRY 164 Mark S.Traficante 1 *SUSAN MCLEISH 223 Gerald McGrath 1 *RODNEY COLE 160 Mark R.Vitunic 1 *NYLES NATHAN BARNERT 219 *DILIP H.PATEL 159 All Others 0 *LAWRENCE CHAN 210 All Others 0 elected for:*3 years;**1 Year Blanks 894 elected for:*3 years Blanks 1231 PRECINCT 5—Seven for Three Years;One for Two years A true copy. *JOHN ZHIQUTANG ZHAO 257 *MARILYN M.FENOLLOSA 181 Attest:Nathalie L.Rice,Town Clerk *MELANIE A.THOMPSON 214 *M.MASHA TRABER 177 *ANDREW J.FRIEDUCH 206 GINNA JOHNSON 169 t Mark ndee1 Brent Road,elected the one-year Selectmen's seat att the March 4,2019 Annual Town Election,and *IRENE M.DONDLEY 204 LIN XU 162 thereby an at-large member of Town Meeting,declined acceptance *JEROLD S.MICHELSON 188 JYOTSNA KAKULLAVARAPU 116 of his Town Meeting Member seat in Precinct 6. Mr.Sandeen's letter indicating his desire to decline the Town Meeting member seat was All Others 0 filed with the Town Clerk on March 6,2019. elected for:*3 years Blanks 11031 Frederic S.Johnson,4 Stetson Street,as the candidate with the next highest votes in the March 4,2019 Annual Town Election for Town Meeting Member in Precinct 6,accepted the Town Meeting Member seat. His acceptance of the Precinct 6 Town Meeting Member seat was filed with the Town Clerk on March 7,2019. TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 25 T O W M G O V IIE':IIR I A IIE':III' T TOWN MEETING MEMBERS ASSOCIATION (TMMA) ROLE:To inform Town Meeting Members in advance on all Meeting members with the articles so that they can better Warrant articles, meeting procedures, and matters of town understand the issues. governance; to act as an interface between Town Meeting • and the municipal government, the Board of Selectmen, the Sponsored Warrant Information Sessions before the ATM School Committee, and other town boards and committees; and STM to familiarize members with the Warrant Articles, and give article proponents a chance to present their mate to represent the members of Town Meeting when the Town rials and receive feedback. Meeting is not in session; to improve Town Meeting proce- dures and processes; and to assist in governing Lexington . Held TMMA bus tours to view selected sites affected by the when requested or it is deemed necessary. ATM and STM Warrant articles. MEMBERSHIP:All Town Meeting Members are automatical- . Co-sponsored the 8th grade 2019 Mock Town Meeting ly members of TMMA. The Town Moderator,the Selectmen, at the middle schools in the spring, with TMMA mem- the Town Clerk,and State Legislators living in Lexington are bers assisting in the training along with volunteers from at-large members. The TMMA has an Executive Committee the League of Women Voters, the Chinese American which usually meets the second Wednesday of each month Association of Lexington, Indian Americans of Lexington, except during July,August,and months when Town Meeting the Town Moderator,the Town Clerk, and members of the is in session. The monthly meetings are open to all members Board of Selectmen. and to the public. The precinct officers, together with the TMMA officers, • Maintained a TMMA member email group (with message make up the TMMA Executive Committee and serve for archives accessible to the public at http://groups.google. one year. Precinct officers are elected prior to TMMAs com/group/lextmma) to provide a forum for informal dis- Annual Meeting (held immediately prior to the first TMMA cussions among TMMA members around Town issues. Information Session following the Town election). There are . Maintained generic email addresses for all TMMA mem- nine precincts, each of which elects a Precinct Chair, Vice- bers to simplify the process of constituents contacting Town Chair, and Clerk. Immediately after the election of Precinct Meeting members. Officers,TMMA holds its Annual Meeting of the Association to elect the TMMA Board officers, which are the Chair, • Presented information about Town Meeting and the Vice-Chair, Treasurer, Clerk, Webmaster, and Email List TMMA to newly elected Town Meeting Members and to Moderator. The Executive Committee may also appoint sub- those enrolled in the Lexington Citizens Academy. committees,working groups, or task forces from among the TMMA membership when appropriate for the purposes of the TMMA;an example was the electronic voting committee which produced a new method of voting for the 2014 Annual TMMA 2018 Executive Committee Officers Town Meeting. Chair: Ben Moroze HIGHLIGHTS: Vice-Chair: Marc Saint Louis • Maintained the TMMA website, including Executive Treasurer: Susan McLeish Committee minutes,various committee reports,and access Clerk: Brielle Meade to TMMA email archives:http://Iexingtontmma.org. Email List Moderator: Vicki Blier • Continued a paper reduction initiative to reduce the num- Webmaster: Bob Aval lone ber of print materials for Town Meeting. • Collaborated with the Town to increase the number of on- line Town Meeting materials that Members can access on their mobile devices during Town Meeting. • Compiled and published the TMMA Warrant Information Report book on all articles coming before the Annual Town Meeting(ATM)and the Fall Special Town Meeting(STM). The TMMA Warrant Information Report familiarizes Town 26 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT T 0 W M G 0 V Ilk':IIR ' IIIA Ilk':III' T TOWN MEETING MEMBERS ASSOCIATION (continued) Precinct Number Precinct Chair Precinct Vice-Chair Precinct Clerk 1 Sudhir Ranjan Valerie Overton Hongbin Luo 2 Matthew Cohen Jonathan Suber Ricki Pappo 3 Vineeta Kumar David Kaufman Margaret Storch 4 Tom Griffiths Susan McLeish Nyles Barnert 5 Nancy Corcoran-Ronchetti Andy Friedlich Melanie Thompson 6 Vinita Verma Bridger McGaw Sara Bothwell Allen 7 Ben Moroze Stacey Hamilton Tina McBride 8 Jim Osten Yu Wu Betty Gau 9 Hank Manz Tom Shiple Dilip Patel TOWN MEETING MEMBERS AT LARGE PRECINCT 2 Expiration 2020 Expiration 2021 Michael Barrett 7 Augustus Rd S. Bijan Afshartous 5 Green Ln Shirley Frawley 68 Potter Pond Suzanne Barry 159 Burlington St Michael Andriolo 29 Lawrence Ln David Kaufman 1010 Waltham St Deborah Brown 47 Robinson Rd Paul Lapointe 224 Follen Rd Letha Prestbo 470 Concord Ave Michelle Ciccolo 50 Shade St Susan London 7 Carville Ave Robert Rotberg 14 Barberry Rd Jill Hai 6 Highland Ave Barry Orenstein 132 Follen Rd Michael Schanbacher516 Concord Ave Douglas Lucente 17 Vine Brook Rd Juan Stella 5 Moon Hill Rd Amit Srivastava 16 April Ln Joseph Pato 900 Massachusetts Ave Jonathan Suber 56 Taft Ave Margaret Storch 330 Concord Ave Mark Sandeen 10 Brent Rd Expiration 2021 Expiration 2022 PRECINCT 1 Expiration 2020 Marian Cohen 8 Plymouth Rd Courtney Apgar 31 Barberry Rd John Bartenstein 46 Sanderson Rd Jason Denoncourt 18 Lawrence Ln Nancy Hubert 1010 Waltham St Ellen Basch 3 South Rindge Ave Peter Lee 770 Waltham St Kevin Johnson 283 Concord Ave Margaret Muckenhoupt 19 Whipple Rd Michael O'Sullivan 12 Aerial St Jeanne Krieger 44 Webster Rd John Rossi 40 Arcola St Margaret Ouellette 23 Tucker Ave Michael Martignetti 37 Barberry Rd Bella Tsvetkova 42 Lowell St Syed Rizvi 237 Worthen Rd East Glenn Parker 186 Spring St Albert Zabin 1 Page Rd Kenneth Shine 7 Ellis St Franklin Smith 7 Potter Pond Leslie Zales 7 Page Rd Expiration 2022 PRECINCT 4 Expiration 2020 Expiration 2021 Matthew Cohen 29 Tower Rd Alessandro Alessandrini 32 Slocum Rd Sand hya Beebee 10 Page Rd Matthew Daggett 11 White Pine Ln Michael Boudett 39 Prospect Hill Rd Jean Cole 23 Whipple Rd Kathryn Fields 9 Lexington Ave Norman Cohen 33 Forest St Robert Cunha 10 Stevens Rd Rita Goldberg 10 Independence Ave Kathryn Colburn 49 Forest St Sudhir Ranjan 50 Emerson Gdns Ajay Joseph 46 Golden Ave Katie Cutler 115 Kendall Rd Mary Ann Stewart 24 Rawson Ave Ricki Pappo 16 Blossomcrest Rd Nancy Shepard 2 Baskin Rd Yingjie Wei 14 Albemarle Ave Betsey Weiss 8 Dover Ln Ruth Thomas 10 Parker St Judith Zabin 1 Page Rd PRECINCT 3 Expiration 2020 Expiration 2021 Expiration 2022 Narain Bhatia 1010 Waltham St Gloria Bloom 17 Loring Rd Larry Freeman 218 Lowell St Bonnie Brodner 8 Trodden Path Robert Cohen 10 Grassland St Brian Heffernan 223 Lowell St Dan Fenn, Jr. 59 Potter Pond Peter Enrich 35 Clarke St Hongbin Luo 1 Cherry St Steven Heinrich 11 Potter Pond Eileen Jay 191 Waltham St Eric Michelson 45 Circle Rd Vineeta Kumar 14 Munroe Rd Charles Lamb 55 Baskin Rd Valerie Overton 25 Emerson Gdns Henry Lau 12448 Main Campus Dr Kathleen Lenihan 60 Bloomfield St Barry Sampson 8 Brandon St Stanley Yap 30 April Ln Claire Sheth 22Vinebrook Rd Lucy Wall 2 Cherry St (continued on next page) TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 27 T O W M G O V Ilk':IIR ' IIIA Ilk':III' T TOWN MEETING MEMBERS ASSOCIATION (continued) TOWN MEETING MEMBERS(CONTINUED) Expiration 2022 Brian Kelley 44 Grant St Expiration 2021 Nyles Barnert 142 Worthen Rd Jane Pagett 10 Oakmount Cir Lin Jensen 133 Reed St Lawrence Chan 10 Hilltop Ave Deepika Sawhney 6 Porter Ln Lisa Mazerall 8 Park St Thomas Griffiths 1364 Massachusetts Ave Vinita Verma 3 Graham Rd Brielle Meade 17 Manning St Susan McLeish 33 Forest St Expiration 2022 James Osten 8 Revere St Lisa O'Brien 1454 Massachusetts Ave Sara Bothwell Allen 158 Burlington St Sanjay Padaki 46 Ward St Gerald Paul 43 Highland Ave Margaret Counts-Klebe 8 Hancock Ave Jessie Steigerwald 143 Cedar St Sandra Shaw 51 Wachusett Dr Andrea Fribush 61 East St Weidong Wang 59 Reed St PRECINCT 5 Expiration 2020 Frederic Johnson 4 Stetson St Expiration 2022 Nancy Corcoran-Ronchetti 344Lowell St Trisha Kennealy 4 Brent Rd Margaret Enders 11 Kimball Rd Judith Crocker 5 Currier Ct Dawn McKenna 9 Hancock St Betty Gau 64 Ward St Anthony Galaitsis 7 Burroughs Rd Deborah Strod 10 Thoreau Rd David Horton 68 Paul Revere Rd John Hayward 358 Woburn St PRECINCT 7 Expiration 2020 Alan Levine 54 Reed St Pamela Lyons 51 Grant St Elizabeth Barnett 19 Eldred St Melinda Walker 14 Larchmont Ln Jennifer Ray 6 Fulton Rd Robert Creech 2 Grimes Rd Teresa Wright 35 Reed St Lily Yan 46 Courtyard PI Harry Forsdick 46 Burlington St Yu Wu 15 Augustus Rd Expiration 2021 Pam Hoffman 4 Rangeway PRECINCT 9 Expiration 2020 Anil Ahuja 7 Leonard Rd David Kanter 48 Fifer Ln Alice Adler 10 Nickerson Rd Aneesha Karody 38 Maple St Tina McBride 45 Turning Mill Rd Victoria Buckley 18 Bates Rd Richard Neumeier 1 Doran Farm Ln Taylor Singh 80 Burlington St Jeanne Canale 29 Shade St Marc Saint Louis 5 Brookwood Rd Expiration 2021 Pamela Joshi 88 Middle St Sam Silverman 18 Ingleside Rd Marsha Baker 46 Burlington St Hank Manz 14 Ellison Rd Lisa Smith 40 Webb St Philip Hamilton 23 Fifer Ln Wendy Manz 14 Ellison Rd David Williams 1505 Massachusetts Ave Stacey Hamilton 25 Robinson Rd Lisah Rhodes 482 Marrett Rd Expiration 2022 Ravish Kumar 7 Calvin St Expiration 2021 Irene Dondley 22 Leonard Rd Raul Marques-Pascual 4 John Benson Rd Hemaben Bhatt 8 Jean Rd Marilyn Fenollosa 10 Marshall Rd Benjamin Moroze 5 Marvin St Scott Bokun 15 Middleby Rd Andrew Friedlich 22 Young St Christine Southworth 65 Turning Mill Rd Richard Canale 29 Shade St Jerold Michelson 3 Clyde PI EXPIRATION 2022 Mollie Garberg 16 Cary Ave Melanie Thompson 360 Lowell St George Burnell 4 Eaton Rd Philip Jackson 50 Shade St M. Masha Traber 106 Maple St Mary Burnell 4 Eaton Rd Thomas Shiple 18 Phinney Rd John Zhao 10 Cooke Rd Patricia Costello 9 Preston Rd Justine Wirtanen 37 Fairbanks Rd PRECINCT 6 Expiration 2020 Mary Hamilton 23 Fifer Ln Expiration 2022 Christian Boutwell 20 Flintlock Rd Vikas Kinger 13 Donald St Victoria Blier 41 Shade St Jonathan Himmel 66 Hancock St Robert Peters 43 Fifer Ln Rodney Cole 80 School St Morton Kahan 44 Hancock St Sophia Zhao 29 Dewey Rd Margaret Coppe 12 Barrymeade Dr Bridger McGaw 89 Meriam St PRECINCT 8 EXPIRATION 2020 Thomas Fenn 15 Shade St Stephen McKenna II 9 Hancock St Robert Avallone 21 Constitution Rd Christina Murray 66 School St Dinesh Patel 22 Brent Rd Elizabeth Barrentine 100 Bedford St Dilip Patel 14 Wilson Rd Frank Sandy 353 N Emerson Rd Lauren Black 143 Bedford St Janet Perry 16 Ellison Rd Expiration 2021 Shailesh Chandra 10 Childs Rd Mark Andersen 2 Thoreau Rd Gang Chen 24 Bellflower St Bebe Fallick 4 Diehl Rd Andrei Radulescu-Bann 86 Cedar St Edmund Grant 27 Grove St Wendy Reasenberg 16 Garfield St 28 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT T 0 4 G 0 V Ilk':IIR ' IIIA Ilk':III' °T ANNUAL TOWN MEETING MINUTES: MARCH 25, 2019 March 25, 2019 §82-2.Definitions The 2019 Annual Town Meeting,held in the Margery Milne Expanded Polystyrene (EPS): A type of petroleum-based Battin Hall in the CaryMemorial Building,1605 Massachusetts plastic often referred to as "foam" or "Styrofoam." It is not Avenue, commenced with the William Diamond Fife and recyclable in local municipal programs. Common examples Drum Corps leading the Lexington Minutemen to post the of EPS include clamshell food containers,plates,coffee cups, colors, followed by the playing of the National Anthem. and meat or produce trays.EPS products are usually marked Moderator Deborah Brown called the meeting to order at with the abbreviation"PS"or a"6"inside the chasing arrows 7:35 p.m.A quorum in excess of 100 members was present. recycling symbol. ARTICLE 2: ELECTION OF DEPUTY TOWN Food Serviceware and Packaging:Serviceware and packaging MODERATOR AND REPORTS OF TOWN typically provided by Food Establishments, Retails Stores, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES and in Town Buildings or Premises,including but not limited to cups, plates, bowls, trays, clamshells, and other food and MOTION: That Barry Orenstein be approved as Deputy beverage containers, meat, fish, and produce trays, egg car- Moderator. tons and beverage coolers. Article 2 Adopted- by voice vote. Compostable: Products that are made entirely of organic ARTICLE 30: AMEND TOWN BYLAWS — materials such as wood, paper, bagasse, cellulose, or plant- based plastic that meet the American Society for Testing REDUCE/BAN POLYSTYRENE MATERIALS and Materials (ATSM) International Standard D6400, or (Citizen Article) (Articles 30 and 31 voted after its replacement, or that are Certified Compostable by the discussion of both Articles.) Biodegradable Products Institute(BPI). MOTION: That the Town amend its Code of Bylaws by add- Reusable: Products that are cleanable and durable and which ing a new Bylaw,Chapter 82,as follows: can be used more than once in their same form. CHAPTER 82. EXPANDED POLYSTYRENE Food Establishment: Any operation that stores, prepares, (EPS) FOOD SERVICEWARE AND packages,serves,vends or otherwise provides food for human PACKAGING REDUCTION consumption,as further defined in the State Food Code, 105 CMR 590.001. §82-I.Purpose and Intent Retail Store An establishment that offers the sale and display The purpose of this bylaw is to reduce and eliminate the sale of merchandise within a building. and distribution of single-use Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Food Serviceware and Packaging in all Food Establishments, Town Building or Premises:A building or land owned or used retail stores, and Town Buildings or Premises in the Town of by the Town for municipal or school purposes. Lexington.Due to the use of petroleum,benzene,styrene,and §82-3.Use Regulations. other harmful chemicals in its production,the manufacturing A. Except as expressly set forth in this bylaw, EPS Food and improper disposal of EPS could have detrimental impacts on the environment and human health. After its short-lived Serviceware and Packaging shall not be distributed or sold use, EPS is not recyclable in municipal programs, does not at Food Establishments, Retail Stores, or Town Buildings or Premises with a floor area of 10,000 square feet or more in degrade in landfills, persists for hundreds of years, and can accumulate in the environment and wildlife. the Town of Lexington on or after January 1,2020. EPS Food Serviceware and Packaging shall not be distributed or sold By restricting the sale and distribution of single-use EPS Food at Food Establishments, Retail Stores, or Town Buildings or Serviceware and Packaging in Lexington and requiring it to Premises with a floor area of less than 10,000 square feet in be replaced with,preferably,Reusable or Compostable prod- the Town of Lexington on or after July 1,2020. ucts,or non-EPS products,the bylaw will help protect public health and the natural environment,waterways,and wildlife. B.Businesses and organizations currently selling or distribut- ing EPS food serviceware and packaging materials are strong- ly encouraged to replace them with Reusable or Compostable food serviceware and Compostable packaging materials. (continued on next page) TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 29 T 4 G 0 V Ilk':IIR ' IIIA Ilk':III' T ANNUAL TOWN MEETING MINUTES (continued) §82-4.Exceptions. §83-2.Definitions In the event that compliance with this bylaw is not feasible Single-Use Plastic Beverage Straws and Stirrers: Beverage by January 1, 2020 for a Food Establishment, Retail Store, straws and stirrers made of any type of petroleum-based or Town Building or Premises (or by July 1,2020 for a Food plastic that cannot be, or are not, Compostable and are not Establishment or Retail Store or Town Building or Premises intended to be Reusable. with a floor area less than 10,000 square feet), because of Compostable: Products that are made entirely of organic either unavailability of alternative Food Serviceware and materials such as wood, paper, bagasse, cellulose, or plant- Packaging or economic hardship,the Town Manager or Town based plastic that meet the American Society for Testing Manager's designee may grant a waiver of not more than six and Materials (ATSM) International Standard D6400, or months upon application of the owner or owner's represen- its replacement, or that are Certified Compostable by the tative. The Town Manager or Town Manager's designee may Biodegradable Products Institute(BPI). provide one additional six-month waiver upon showing of continued infeasibility or hardship,as set forth above. Reusable: Products that are cleanable and durable and which can be used more than once in their same form. §82-5.Enforcement process. Food Establishment: Any operation that stores, prepares, Enforcement of this bylaw shall be the responsibility of the packages,serves,vends or otherwise provides food for human Town Manager or Town Manager's designee. The Town consumption,as further defined in the State Food Code, 105 Manager or Town Manager's designee shall determine the in- CMR 590.001. spection process to be followed,incorporating the process into other Town duties as appropriate. Any Food Establishment, Retail Store:An establishment that offers the sale and display Retail Store,or Town Building or Premises selling or distrib- of merchandise within a building. uting EPS Food Serviceware or Packaging in violation of this Town Building or Premises:A building or land owned or used bylaw shall be subject to a noncriminal disposition fine as by the Town for municipal or school purposes. specified in Section 1-6 of the Town Bylaws under MGL c.40, §21D. Any such fines shall be paid to the Town of Lexington. §83-3.Use Regulations Except as expressly set forth in this bylaw,Single-Use Plastic ARTICLE 31: AMEND TOWN BYLAWS TO Beverage Straws and Stirrers shall not be distributed or sold REDUCE/BAN SINGLE-USE PLASTIC at Food Establishments,Retail Stores,or Town Buildings and BEVERAGE STRAWS AND STIRRERS Premises with a floor area of 10,000 square feet or more in (Citizen Article) the Town of Lexington on or after January 1,2020.Single-Use MOTION: That the Town amend its Code of Bylaws by Plastic Beverage Straws and Stirrers shall not be distributed or adding a new Bylaw,Chapter 83,as follows: sold at Food Establishments,Retail Stores,or Town Buildings and Premises with a floor area of less than 10,000 square feet CHAPTER 83.SINGLE-USE PLASTIC BEVERAGE STRAW in the Town of Lexington on or after July 1,2020. AND STIRRER REDUCTION §83-4.Exceptions §83-I.Purpose and intent A. In the event that compliance with this bylaw is not feasible The purpose of this bylaw is to reduce and eliminate the sale by January 1,2020, for a Food Establishment or Retail Store and distribution of Single-Use Plastic Beverage Straws and or a Town Building or Premises, (or by July 1,2020 for Food Stirrers in all Food Establishments, Retail Stores, and Town Establishment or Retail Store or a Town Building or Premises Buildings and Premises in the Town of Lexington. The pro- with a floor area less than 10,000 square feet), because of duction and use of Single-Use Plastic Beverage Straws and either unavailability of alternative straws and stirrers or Stirrers has detrimental impacts on the environment, is not economic hardship, the Town Manager or Town Manager's recyclable in municipal programs, and requires the use of designee may grant a waiver of not more than six months fossil fuel for their manufacture. upon application of the owner or owner's representative. The By restricting the sale and distribution of Single-Use Plastic Town Manager or Town Manager's designee may provide one Beverage Straws and Stirrers in Lexington and requiring additional six- month waiver upon showing of continued those products to be replaced with Reusable or Compostable infeasibility or hardship,as set forth above. products, this bylaw will help protect public health and the (continued on next page) natural environment,waterways and wildlife. 30 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT T 4 G 0 V Ilk':IIR ' IIIA Ilk':III' T ANNUAL TOWN MEETING MINUTES (continued) B. A Food Establishment or Retail Store or a Town Building SECTION 1. Section 3 of Chapter 215 of the Acts of 1929,as or Premises may, when requested and when Reusable or previously amended,is hereby amended by striking the phrase Compostable straws are either not feasible or not available, "chairman of the appropriation committee" and inserting in distribute Single-Use Plastic Straws for persons who request its place the phrase "chairpersons of the appropriation and such straws for health-related reasons. capital expenditures committees" §83-5.Enforcement Process SECTION 2.Section 2(c) of Chapter 753 of the Acts of 1968, Enforcement of this bylaw shall be the responsibility of the as previously amended,is hereby amended by inserting after Town Manager or Town Manager's designee. The Town the phrase"appropriation committee"the phrase",the Manager or Town Manager's designee shall determine capital expenditures committee". the inspection process to be followed, incorporating the SECTION 3.This act shall take effect upon its passage. process into other Town duties as appropriate. Any Food Article 32 Adopted- 151 in favor, I opposed. Establishment, Retail Store, or Town Building or Premises selling or distributing Single-Use Plastic Beverage Straws or ARTICLE 35: AMEND ARTICLE III OF Stirrers in violation of this bylaw shall be subject to a non- CHAPTER 118 (Citizen Article) criminal disposition fine as specified in Section 1-6 of the MOTION: That Section 118-13 of the Code of Lexington Town Bylaws under MGL c.40,§21D.Any such fines shall be be amended by inserting at the end of Section 118-13.G the paid to the Town of Lexington. following sentence:"During the first 10 minutes of debate on Article 30 Adopted - 159 in favor, 2 opposed. Approved by any motion, subsidiary motions shall be entertained only at Attorney General Maura Healey May 24,2019;posted June 3, the discretion of the Moderator." 2019. Article 35 Adopted - 88 in favor, 65 opposed. Approved by Article 31 Adopted - 160 in favor, I opposed. Approved by Attorney General Maura Healey May 24, 2019; posted June Attorney General Maura Healey May 24,2019;posted June 3, 3,2019. 2019 ARTICLE 36: IMPLEMENT AN OUTCOMES- ARTICLE 3: APPOINTMENTS TO CARY BASED APPROACH TO TOWN BUILDING LECTURE SERIES PROJECTS (Citizen Article) MOTION: That a committee of four be appointed by the MOTION: Resolved, that the members of Town Meeting Moderator to have the charge of the lectures under the wills of request the Board of Selectmen and the School Committee Eliza Cary Farnham and Suzanna E.Cary for the current year. work with Town Staff and the appropriate committee(s) to Article 3 Adopted--by voice vote. develop and adopt the following two policies: ARTICLE 32: ADDITION OF THE CAPITAL A. The ongoing Integrated Building Design Policy for New EXPENDITURES COMMITTEE-RELATED PROVISIONS Construction and Renovation of Town Buildings;and TO THE REPRESENTATIVE TOWN MEETING AND B.A Building Performance Policy for Existing Town Buildings SELECTMEN-TOWN MANAGER ACTS Article 36 Adopted-142 in favor,zero opposed. MOTION:To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Board of Selectmen to petition the Massachusetts General Court 10:20 p.m. Suzanne Barry,Chair,Board of Selectmen,moved to enact legislation regarding the Town's Capital Expenditures adjournment to Wednesday,March 27,2019,7:30 p.m.,at the Committee in substantially the form below, and further to Margery Milne Hall in the Cary Memorial Building, authorize the Board of Selectmen to approve amendments to 1605 Massachuseettsfts Avenue. said act before its enactment by the General Court that are Motion Adopted. within the scope of the general objectives of the petition; or (continued on next page) act in any other manner in relation thereto. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives in General Court assembled, and by the authority of the same, as follows: TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 31 T 4 G 0 V Ilk':R I A Ilk':III' T ANNUAL TOWN MEETING MINUTES (continued) March 27, 2 019 Adjourned Session of B. Amend g 9.5.5 by inserting the words "of activities and 2019 Annual To W n Meeting uses not covered by g 9.5.6"after the words"site plan review." Moderator Deborah Brown called the second session of 2019 C. Add a new g 9.5.6 as follows: Annual Town Meeting to order at 9.5.6 Limited Review Standards. 7:33 p.m., Wednesday, March 27, 2019, at the Margery 1. The Planning Board in its Zoning Regulations shall estab- Milne Battin Hall in the Cary Memorial Building, 1605 lish reasonable standards for site plan review of educational, Massachusetts Avenue; a quorum in excess of 100 members religious,and child care uses protected under MGL c.40A g 3. was present. 2. The standards shall not be more restrictive than those ARTICLE 2: REPORTS OF TOWN BOARDS applied to activities and uses under 4 9.5.5. AND COMMITTEES 3. The standards shall address only the following areas. No MOTION: That the Report of the Board of Selectmen be applicant shall be required to file any documents not related received and placed on file. to these areas. MOTION: That the Report of the Capital Expenditures a. bulk and height of structures Committee be received and placed on file. b. yard sizes and setbacks Article 2 Adopted- by voice vote. c. lot area ARTICLE 7: APPROPRIATE FUNDS FOR THE d. open space CREATION OF A LEXINGTON ECONOMIC e. parking DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY (Citizen Article) f. building coverage MOTION:That this article be indefinitely postponed. 4. The Planning Board or its designee shall waive any stan- Article 7Adopted- by voice vote. dards which are not reasonable as applied in a particular case ARTICLE 8: FUNDING FOR or which effectively prohibit the protected use. SUSTAINABILITY ACTIONS (Citizen Article) 5. The Planning Board or its designee may impose reason- able conditions necessary to satisfy the standards not waived. MOTION:That this article be indefinitely postponed. Adopted by the necessary two-thirds-151 in favor,4 opposed. Article 8 Adopted- by voice vote. (This Article Reconsidered on April 10, 2019 and amended.) ARTICLE 9: SUSTAINABILITY DIRECTOR Approved as amended by Attorney General Maura Healey (Citizen Article) May 24,2019;posted June 3,2019. MOTION:That this article be indefinitely postponed. ARTICLE 33: RENAME"BOARD OF Article 9 Adopted-- by voice vote. SELECTMEN"TO "SELECT BOARD" (Article 33,34,and 37 voted after discussion of all Articles.) ARTICLE 39: AMEND ZONING BYLAW- MOTION: That Article 33 be adopted as printed in the LIMITED SITE PLAN REVIEW (CITIZEN Warrant. (See below) ARTICLE) To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Board of (Note:See Reconsideration of Article 39 on April 10th,which Selectmen to petition the Massachusetts General Court to en- amended this Article.) act legislation to change the name of the Board of Selectmen MOTION:To amend Chapter 135 of the Code of the Town of to the Select Board and the title of "Selectman' to "Select Lexington as follows: Board Member"in substantially the form below,and further A. Amend Table 1, Permitted Uses and Development to authorize the Board of Selectmen to approve amendments Standards, of the Zoning Bylaw by replacing the symbol `Y' to said act before its enactment by the General Court that are with the symbol'Win all columns of rows B.1.01,B.1.02 and Within the scope of the general objectives of the petition; or B.1.03. act in any other manner in relation thereto. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives in General Court assembled, and by the authority of the same, as follows: (continued on next page) 32 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT T O 4 G O V Ilk':IIR ' IIIA Ilk':III' T ANNUAL TOWN MEETING MINUTES (continued) SECTION 1. Notwithstanding any General or Special Law ARTICLE 28: CONFIRM STREET to the contrary, the Board of Selectmen of the Town of ACCEPTANCE AND TITLE Lexington shall be referred to as the "Select Board of the (PORTION OF PELHAM ROAD) Town of Lexington" and individual members of said Board shall be referred to as"a member of the Select Board." technical See Reconsideration of Article 28, April 10th for a technical correction.) SECTION 2. This act shall take effect upon its passage. MOTION:That the Board of Selectmen be authorized to take ARTICLE 34: RENAME"BOARD OF any necessary steps to confirm the establishment and accep- SELECTMEN"TO "SELECT BOARD"- tance of the layout as a Town way of the portion of Pelham GENERAL BYLAW Road from Eliot Road a distance of 526 feet, more or less westerly, as laid out by the Selectmen, all as shown upon a MOTION:That the General By-Laws of the Town be amend- plan on file in the office of the Town Clerk, dated May 1896 ed by changing all references to "the Board of Selectmen" and that the Board of Selectmen be further authorized to take or "the Selectmen" therein to the "the Select Board, "and all by eminent domain,donation or to otherwise acquire any fee, references to a member of members of said Board therein to easement,or other interest in land necessary therefor,on such "Select Board Member"or"Select Board Members." terms as the Board may determine. ARTICLE 37: RENAME"BOARD OF Article 28 Adopted by more than the necessary two-thirds-by SELECTMEN"TO "SELECT BOARD" voice vote. -ZONING BYLAW ARTICLE 29: CIVIL SERVICE WITHDRAWAL MOTION:To amend Chapter 135 of the Code of the Town of MOTION:That the Town rescind its acceptance of G.L.c. 19, Lexington,the Zoning Bylaw,as follows: g 37 and G.L.c.31,g 49(as both have been recodified in G.L. 1.In g 5.1.6.8,change"Board of Selectmen"to"Select Board". c. 31, g 52) thereby removing the Town's police force from 2.In g 7.2.4,change"Board of Selectmen"to"Select Board". the provisions of the Civil Service Laws, and the rules and 3.In g 9.2.1,change two occurrences of"Selectmen"to"Select regulations relating to the same,provided that this revocation will not affect the Civil Service status of existing personnel in Board". their current positions. Article 37 Approved by the necessary two-thirds-143 in favor, Article 29 Adopted-145 in favor,2 opposed. 14 opposed.Approved by Attorney General Maura Healey May 24,2019;posted June 3,2019. 9:59 p.m. Suzanne Barry, Chair, Board of Selectmen, moved Article 33 Approved - 145 in favor, 12 opposed. Approved by adjournment to Monday, Attorney General Maura Healey May 24,2019;posted June 3, April 1,2019, 7:30 p.m., at the Margery Milne Battin Hall in 2019. the Cary Memorial Building, 1605 Massachusetts Avenue. Article 34 Approved by the necessary two-thirds-145 in favor, Motion Adopted. 10 opposed.Approved by Attorney General Maura Healey May (continued on next page) 24,2019;posted June 3,2019. ARTICLE 2: REPORTS OF TOWN BOARDS AND COMMITTEES MOTION:That the Report of the Town Manager be received and placed on file. Article 2 Adopted- by voice vote. Kate Colburn,member, School Committee,served Notice of Reconsideration of Article 39. TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 33 T O 4 G 0 V Ilk':IIR ' IIIA Ilk':III' T ANNUAL TOWN MEETING MINUTES (continued) April 1 , 2019 Adjourned Session of 2019 Program 1000: Education Annual Town Meeting Personal Services $95,442,183 Moderator Deborah Brown called the third session of 2019 Expenses $18,111,574 Annual Town Meeting to order at 7:31 p.m.,Monday,April 1, Total Line Item 1100, 2019,at the Margery Milne Battin Hall in the Cary Memorial Lexington Public Schools $113,553,757 Building, 1605 Massachusetts Avenue;a quorum in excess of 1200 Regional Schools $2,470,131 100 members was present. ARTICLE 2: REPORT OF TOWN BOARDS, Program 2000: Shared Expenses OFFICERS AND COMMITTEES 2110 Contributory Retirement $6,405,537 MOTION:That the Report of the Appropriation Committee 2120 Non-Contributory Retirement $15,276 be received and placed on file. 2130 Employee Benefits 7:35 p.m. Glenn Parker, Chair, Appropriation Committee, (Health/Dental/Life/Medicare) $29,004,664 moved that the Report of the Appropriation Committee be 2140 Unemployment $200,000 received and placed on file. 2150 Workers' Comp. Services Motion Adopted. Personnel(MGL Ch. 40, Sec. 13A&1 3C, Ch.41, Sec. 111 F)* $887,346 MOTION: That the Report of the Minuteman Regional 2210 Property&Liability Insurance $882,304 Technical High School (MMRHS) be received and placed on file. 2220 Uninsured Losses (MGL Ch. 40, Sec. 13)* $250,000 MOTION: That the Report of the School Committee be 2310 Solar Producer Payments $410,000 received and placed on file. Article 2 Adopted- by voice vote. 2400 Debt Service ARTICLE 11: APPROPRIATE FY2020 2410 Payment on Funded Debt $8,243,590 OPERATING BUDGET 2420 Interest on Funded Debt $1,261,418 MOTION:That the following amounts be appropriated for 2430 Temporary Borrowing $348,976 the ensuing fiscal year and be raised in the tax levy or from 2510 Reserve Fund $900,000 general revenues of the Town,except where a transfer or oth er source is indicated they shall be provided by such transfer 2600 Facilities $11,732,346 or other source. Program 3000: Public Works 3100-3500 DPW Personal Services $4,240,700 3100-3500 DPW Expenses $6,242,090 Program 4000: Public Safety 4100 Law Enforcement Personal Services $6,658,382 4100 Law Enforcement Expenses $908,648 4200 Fire Personal Services $6,401,415 4200 Fire Expenses $655,357 Program 5000: Culture&Recreation 5100 Library Personal Services $2,337,652 5100 Library Expenses $511,297 (continued on next page) 34 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT T 0 W M G 0 V IIE':IIR I A IIE':III' T ANNUAL TOWN MEETING MINUTES (continued) Program 6000: Human Services and that the Town transfer the following sums to meet, in 6000 Human Services Personal Services $681,327 part,appropriations made at this Town Meeting: 6000 Human Services Expenses $777,609 a $750,000 from the Health Claims Trust Fund for line item 2130; Program 7000: Land Use, Health and Development a $638,918 from the PEG Access Special Revenue Fund for 7100-7400 Land Use, Health line items 2130,2600,and 8140; and Development Personal Services $2,010,997 • $2,234,614 from Unreserved Fund Balance/Free Cash for 7100-7400 Land Use, Health and Development Expenses $568,147 line items 2410,2420,and 2430; • $16,000 from the Betterments Fund for line items 2410, Program 8000: General Government 2420,and 2430; 8110 Selectmen Personal Services $126,144 a $64,380 from the Cemetery Sale of Lots Fund for line items 8110 Selectmen Expenses $110,588 2410,2420 and 2430; 8120 Legal $410,000 a $385,000 from the Parking Meter Fund for line items 3100- 8130 Town Report $13,688 3500 and 4100; 8140 PEG $614,476 a $50,000 from the Cemetery Trust Fund for line item 8210-8220 Town Manager Personal Services$691,484 3100-3500; 8210-8220 Town Manager Expenses $258,835 from the Transportation Demand Management/Public 8230 Salary Transfer Account Transportation Stabilization Fund for line (MGL Ch.40, Sec 13D)* $936,981 • $141,000 items 6000 and 7100-7400; Further that Line 8230 is to be transferred by the Board of Selectmen for contractual settlements within departments • $27,000 from the Center Improvement District Stabilization upon recommendation of the Town Manager Fund for line item 7100-7400; 8310 Financial Committee $8,130 • $2,900,000 from Unreserved Fund Balance/Free Cash; 8320 Misc. Boards and Committees $12,000 8330 Town Celebrations Committee $42,281 • $894,573 from the Water Enterprise Fund; 8400 Finance Personal Services $1,339,983 • $532,094 from the Sewer Enterprise Fund;and 8400 Finance Expenses $504,045 a $269,681 from the Recreation Enterprise Fund. 8500 Town Clerk Personal Services $388,120 8500 Town Clerk Expenses $126,500 Article 11 Adopted by necessary two-thirds-167 in favor,zero 8600 Information Technology opposed. Personal Services $893,490 8600 Information Technology Expenses $1,758,150 (continued onnext page) Note:Asterisk denotes a Continuing Balance Account. TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 35 T 0 4 G 0 V Ilk':IIR ' IIIA Ilk':III' °T ANNUAL TOWN MEETING MINUTES (continued) ARTICLE 19: APPROPRIATE FOR SCHOOL Personal Services $785,010 CAPITAL PROJECTS AND EQUIPMENT Expenses $508,875 MOTION: That$1,743,900 be appropriated for maintaining Debt Service $1,277,412 and upgrading the Lexington Public School technology sys- MWRA Assessment $7,414,724 tems,including new equipment in connection therewith,and Total $9,986,021 that to meet this appropriation $1,019,812 be appropriated from the General Fund unreserved fund balance and that Said sum to be funded from water receipts. the Treasurer, with the approval of the Board of Selectmen (b) That the Town appropriate the following sums of money to is authorized to borrow$724,088 under M.G.L. Chapter 44, operate the Wastewater (Sewer) Division of the Department Section 7, or any other enabling authority. Any premium of Public Works during fiscal year 2020 under the provisions received by the Town upon the sale of any bonds or notes of M.G.L.Chapter 44,Section 53F'/a: approved by this vote, less any such premium applied to the payment of the costs of issuance of such bonds or notes,may be applied to the payment of costs approved by this vote in Personal Services $355,614 accordance with Chapter 44,Section 20 of the General Laws, Expenses $432,950 thereby reducing the amount authorized to be borrowed to Debt Service $1,278,322 pay such costs by a like amount. MWRA Assessment $7,923,398 Article 19 Adopted by the necessary two-thirds-161 in favor, Total $9,990,284 1 opposed. Said sum to be funded from wastewater receipts. ARTICLE 5: ESTABLISH QUALIFICATIONS (c) That the Town appropriate the following sums of mon- FOR TAX DEFERRALS ey to operate the Recreation and Community Programs MOTION: That the maximum qualifying gross receipts Department during fiscal year 2020 under the provisions of amount for property tax deferrals under Clause 41A of M.G.L.Chapter 44,Section 53F'/a: Section 5 of Chapter 59 of the Massachusetts General Laws and Chapter 190 of the Acts of 2008 be raised to $75,000, beginning in fiscal year 2020. Personal Services $1,471,683 Article 5 Adopted-164 in favor,zero opposed. Expenses $1,481,895 Total $2,953,578 ARTICLE 10: APPROPRIATE TO POST Said sum to be funded from recreation receipts, $375,000 EMPLOYMENT INSURANCE LIABILITY from retained earnings, and a transfer of$208,859 from the FUND tax levy. MOTION: That $1,885,486 be appropriated to the town of Article 12 Adopted-154 in favor,zero opposed. Lexington Post Employment Insurance Liability Fund,as es- tablished by Chapter 317 of the Acts of 2002,and that to meet ARTICLE 13: ESTABLISH AND CONTINUE this appropriation $3,004 be appropriated from Wastewater DEPARTMENTAL REVOLVING FUNDS Fund receipts, $2,761 be appropriated from Water Fund receipts, $750,000 be raised in the tax levy, and $1,129,721 MOTION: (a) That Section 110-1 of the Code of Lexington be appropriated from the General Fund unreserved fund be amended by inserting at the end of the chart in that section,the following row: balances. Article 10 Adopted-147 in favor,4 opposed. Revolving Authorized Departmental Use of Fund ARTICLE 12: APPROPRIATE FY2020 Fund Representative Receipts ENTERPRISE FUNDS BUDGETS or Board to Spend MOTION: (a)That the Town appropriate the following sums Residential Assistant Town Engineering Expense for of money to operate the Water Division of the Department of Engineering Manager for Review Fees consulting Public Works during fiscal year 2020 under the provisions of Review Development services to M.G.L.Chapter 44,Section 53F'/a: perform engineering review (continued on next page) 36 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT T O 4 G 0 V Ilk':IIR ' IIIT Ilk':III' T ANNUAL TOWN MEETING MINUTES (continued) (b)that the Town authorize the following revolving fund lim- ARTICLE 14: APPROPRIATE THE FY2020 its for certain Town departments pursuant to the provisions COMMUNITY PRESERVATION COMMITTEE of M.G.L. Chapter 44, Section 53E '/2 for Fiscal Year 2020 OPERATING beginning July 1,2019 as follows: BUDGET AND CPA PROJECTS FUNDS REQUESTED: MOTION: That the Town hear and act on the report of the Community Preservation Committee on the FY2020 Program or Purpose for Revolving Funds FY2020 Authorization Community Preservation budget and,pursuant to the recom- mendations of the Community Preservation Committee,take School Bus Transportation $1,150,000 the following actions: Building Rental Revolving Fund $545,000 That the Town reserve for appropriation the following Regional Cache- Hartwell Avenue $20,000 amounts from estimated FY2020 receipts as recommended Lexington Tree Fund $45,000 by the Community Preservation Committee: DPW Burial Containers $50,000 c) That $20,000 be appropriated for Archives & Records DPW Compost Operations $780,000 Management and Records Conservation&Preservation,and Minuteman Household Hazardous to meet this appropriation$20,000 be appropriated from the Waste Program $220,000 Unbudgeted Reserve of the Community Preservation Fund; Senior Services Program $75,000 1) That$3,094,680 be appropriated for CPA Debt Service and Residential Engineering Review $57,600 related costs and to meet this appropriation$365,800 be ap- propriated from the Open Space Reserve of the Community Health Programs $45,000 preservation Fund, $560,000 be appropriated from the Tourism/Liberty Ride $210,000 Historic Resources Reserve of the Community Preservation Visitors Center $105,000 Fund and $2,168,880 be appropriated from the Unbudgeted Reserve of the Community Preservation Fund;and m) That $150,000 be appropriated for the Administrative Article 13 Adopted - 149 in favor, 4 opposed. Approved by Expenses and all other necessary and proper expenses of Attorney General Maura Healey May 24,2019;posted June 3, the Community Preservation Committee for FY2020 and to 2019. meet this appropriation $150,000 be appropriated from the CONSENT AGENDA Unbudgeted Reserve of the Community Preservation Fund. 9:43 p.m. Nine articles or parts thereof were taken as a ARTICLE 16;APPROPRIATE FOR CONSENT AGENDA;Articles 14(c,l,m), 16(a,d,g,j,k,l), 18, MUNICIPAL CAPITAL PROJECTS AND 20 (a-d, f) 21, 23, 24, 25, and 27. The Board of Selectmen, EQUIPMENT Appropriation Committee, and Capital Expenditures Committee had all voted unanimous support, a requirement MOTION:That the following amounts to be appropriated for the followin for inclusion in the Consent Agenda.(Note:Articles 16(9)and g capital improvements and that each amount be 27 were removed after discussion from the Consent Agenda raised as indicated: at the request of the Board of Selectmen and a Town Meeting a) Hydrant Replacement Program- $150,000 for the replace- Member.) ment of fire hydrants and all incidental cost related thereto, and that to meet this appropriation $75,000 be appropriated from Water Fund Retained Earnings and $75,000 be appro- priated from the General Fund unreserved fund balance; d) Townwide Culvert Replacement - $390,000 for the repair and replacement of culverts,and to take by eminent domain, purchase or otherwise acquire any fee, easement or other interest in land necessary therefor; and that to meet this ap- propriation$390,000 be appropriated from the General Fund unreserved fund balance; (continued on next page) TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 37 T O 4 G 0 V Ilk':IIR ' IIIT Ilk':III' T ANNUAL TOWN MEETING MINUTES (continued) j) Townwide Signalization Improvements - $125,000 for the tion therewith to enter into a loan agreement and/or security replacement of traffic and pedestrian signals and related agreement.Any premium received by the Town upon the sale roadway work and expenses incidental thereto, and that to of any bonds or notes approved by this vote, less any such meet this appropriation $125,000 be appropriated from the premium applied to the payment of the costs of issuance of General Fund unreserved fund balance; such bonds or notes,may be applied to the payment of costs k) Street Improvements-$2,616,801 for road reconstruction, approved by this vote in accordance with Chapter 44,Section repairs and resurfacing by the Department of Public Works 20 of the General Laws,thereby reducing the amount autho- and all incidental costs related thereto,and to take by eminent rized to be borrowed to pay such costs by a like amount. domain,purchase or otherwise acquire any fee, easement or ARTICLE 20: APPROPRIATE FOR PUBLIC other interest in land necessary therefor,and that to meet this FACILITIES CAPTITAL PROJECTS appropriation $2,616,801 be raised in the tax levy, and au- thorize the Town to accept and expend any additional funds MOTION: That the following amounts be appropriated for provided or to be provided by the Commonwealth through the following capital improvements to public facilities and the Massachusetts Department of Transportation; that each amount be raised as indicated: 1)Transportation Mitigation-$100,000 for the Transportation a)Public Facilities Bid Documents-$100,000 for professional Safety Group for certain traffic and pedestrian safety related services to produce design development, construction doc- improvements and to evaluate and develop construction cost uments, and bid administration services for capital projects, estimates for future capital requests and to fund the design and that to meet this appropriation$100,000 be appropriated and construction of smaller scale safety related projects, and from the General Fund unreserved fund balance; that to meet this appropriation $100,000 be appropriated b) Facility and Site Improvements - $451,740 for building from the General Fund unreserved fund balance. flooring programs,school paving and sidewalk program,and school traffic safety improvements, and that to meet this ap- propriation$451,740 be appropriated from the General Fund WASTEWATER SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS unreserved fund balance; MOTION: That: (a) the Selectmen are hereby authorized c) Municipal Building Envelopes and Systems - $203,865 to to install sanitary sewer mains and sewerage systems and fund extraordinary repairs to the foundation and original replacements thereof, and all incidental costs related there- drainage system of the Town Office Building,and that to meet to in such accepted or unaccepted streets or other land as this appropriation$203,865 be raised in the tax levy; the Selectmen may determine, subject to the assessment of betterments or otherwise, in accordance with Chapter 504 d)School Building Envelope and Systems Program-$233,448 of the Acts of 1897, as amended, or otherwise, and to take to perform annual prioritized extraordinary repairs and by eminent domain, purchase or otherwise acquire any fee, modifications to school buildings and systems, and that to easement or other interest in land necessary therefor; to ap- meet this appropriation $233,448 be appropriated from the propriate for such installation and land acquisition the sum of General Fund unreserved fund balance; $1,000,000,and to raise such amount the Treasurer,with the f)Public Facilities Mechanical Electrical System Replacements approval of the Board of Selectmen,is authorized to borrow - $605,000 for replacement of HVAC and electrical systems $1,000,000 under M.GL. Chapter 44, Section 7 or any other that have exceeded their useful life,and that to meet this ap- enabling authority; and further that the Treasurer, with the propriation the Treasurer,with the approval of the Board of approval of the Board of Selectmen,is authorized to borrow Selectmen, is authorized to borrow $605,000 under M.G.L. all or a portion of such amount from the Massachusetts Water Chapter 44, Section 7, or any other enabling authority. Any Resources Authority and in connection therewith to enter premium received by the Town upon the sale of any bonds into a loan agreement and/or security agreement; and that or notes approved by this vote, less any such premium ap- (b) $700,000 be appropriated for pump station upgrades and plied to the payment of the costs of issuance of such bonds all incidental costs related thereto, and to raise such amount or notes, may be applied to the payment of costs approved the Treasurer, with the approval of the Board of Selectmen, by this vote in accordance with Chapter 44,Section 20 of the is authorized to borrow$700,000 under M.G.L. Chapter 44, General Laws,thereby reducing the amount authorized to be Section 7 or any other enabling authority; and further that borrowed to pay such costs by a like amount; the Treasurer, with the approval of the Board of Selectmen, is authorized to borrow all or a portion of such amount from (continued on next page) the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority and in connec- 38 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT T 4 G 0 V Ilk':IIR ' IIIA Ilk':III' T ANNUAL TOWN MEETING MINUTES (continued) ARTICLE 21: RESCIND PRIOR BORROWING ARTICLE 17: APPROPRIATE FOR WATER MOTION:To see if the Town will vote to rescind the unused SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS borrowing authority voted under previous Town meetings MOTION: That the Selectmen are hereby authorized to articles;or act in any other manner in relation thereto. make water distribution system improvements,including the installation of new water mains and replacement or cleaning Article Town Meeting Project Amount to be and lining of existing water mains and stand pipes,conduct- Action Description Rescinded ing engineering studies and the purchase and installation of 2 Special Town Estabrook equipment in connection therewith, and all incidental costs Meeting 2012 Construction $224,273 related thereto in such accepted or unaccepted streets or 18A 2015 Annual Middle School other land as the Selectmen may determine,subject to the as- Town Meeting Space Mining $313,998 sessment of betterments or otherwise,and to take by eminent domain, purchase or otherwise acquire any fee, easement 2 Special Town School Facilities Meeting 2015-1 Capital Projects $547,951 or other interest in land necessary therefor; to appropriate $2,200,000 for such distribution systems improvements and 15K 2008 Annual Police/Fire land acquisition;and to meet this appropriation the Treasurer, Town Meeting Mobile $34,971 with the approval of the Board of Selectmen,is authorized to 12X 2017 Annual Ambulance borrow$2,200,000 under M.GL.Chapter 44,Section 7 or any Town Meeting Replacement $9,655 other enabling authority;and further that the Treasurer,with the approval of the Board of Selectmen,is authorized to bor- row all or a portion of such amount from the Massachusetts ARTICLE 23: APPROPRIATE TO GENERAL Water Resources Authority and in connection therewith to STABILIZATION FUND enter into a loan agreement and/or security agreement.Any MOTION:That this Article be indefinitely postponed. premium received by the Town upon the sale of any bonds or notes approved by this vote, less any such premium ap- ARTICLE 24: APPROPRIATE FROM DEBT plied to the payment of the costs of issuance of such bonds SERVICE STABILIZATION FUND or notes, may be applied to the payment of costs approved MOTION: That $124,057 be appropriated from the Debt by this vote in accordance with Chapter 44,Section 20 of the Service Stabilization Fund to offset the FY2020 debt service of General Laws,thereby reducing the amount authorized to be the bond dated February 1,2003 issued for funding additions borrowed to pay such costs by a like amount. and renovations to the Lexington High School,Clarke Middle Article 17 Adopted by the necessary two-thirds- 146 in favor, School and Diamond Middle School as refunded with bonds zero opposed. dated December 8,2011. ARTICLE 22: ESTABLISH,DISSOLVE AND ARTICLE 25: APPROPRIATE FOR PRIOR APPROPRIATE TO AND FROM SPECIFIED YEARS'UNPAID BILLS STABILIZATION FUNDS MOTION:That this article be indefinitely postponed. MOTION: Consent Agenda Adopted by the necessary two-thirds-150 in a)That$1,536,759 be appropriated to the Capital Stabilization favor,zero opposed. Fund,and to meet this appropriation$1,536,759 be appropri- ated from the General Fund unreserved fund balance;and b) That $5,200,000 be appropriated from the Capital Stabilization Fund for projects excluded from the limits of Proposition 2'/a;and c) That $1,526.13 be appropriated into the Center Improvement District Stabilization Fund, and to meet this appropriation $1,526.13 be appropriated from the Center Improvement Special Revenue Fund. Article 22 Adopted by the necessary two-thirds-143 in favor, zero opposed. (continued on next page) TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 39 T 0 4 G 0 V Ilk':IIR ' IIIA Ilk':III' °T ANNUAL TOWN MEETING MINUTES (continued) ARTICLE 26: AMEND FY2019 OPERATING, ARTICLE 16: APPROPRIATE FOR ENTERPRISE AND CPA BUDGETS MUNICIPAL CAPITAL PROJECTS MOTION: (a) That the following adjustment be made to AND EQUIPMENT the following line item for the FY2019 budget to operate the Note:Parts(a,d,j,k,and 1)were passed as part of the Consent Wastewater Division of the Department of Public Works Agenda on April 1st. Parts (g,h,i,m,n,o,and p)were taken up as approved under Article 5(b) of the 2018 Annual Town subsequently at the April 10th session. The entire motion of Meeting, and amended by Article 6(c) of the 2018-1 Special Article 16 is shown below for consistency. Town Meeting: MOTION:That the following amounts to be appropriated for the following capital improvements and that each amount be Program From To raised as indicated: MWRA Assessment $7,402,979 $7,572,486 a) Hydrant Replacement Program- $150,000 for the replace- ment of fire hydrants and all incidental cost related thereto, Article 26 Adopted- 141 in favor,zero opposed. and that to meet this appropriation $75,000 be appropriated from Water Fund Retained Earnings and $75,000 be appro- 10:11 p.m. Suzanne Barry,Chair,Board of Selectmen,moved priated from the General Fund unreserved fund balance; adjournment to Wednesday, b) Storm Drainage Improvements and NPDES Compliance April 3,2019, 7:30 p.m., at the Margery Milne Battin Hall in - $385,000 for constructing and reconstructing storm drains the Cary Memorial Building, 1605 Massachusetts Avenue. and all incidental costs related thereto, and that to meet this Motion Adopted. appropriation $385,000 be appropriated from the General Fund unreserved fund balance; April 3, 2019 Adjourned Session of c)Comprehensive Watershed Stormwater Management Study 2019 Annual Town Meeting and Implementation and Easements - $390,000 to fund wa- Moderator Deborah Brown called the fourth session of 2019 tershed storm management projects and all incidental costs Annual Town Meeting to order at 7:31 p.m., Wednesday, related thereto, and to take by eminent domain, purchase April 3, 2019, at the Margery Milne Battin Hall in the Cary or otherwise acquire any fee, easement or other interest in Memorial Building, 1605 Massachusetts Avenue; a quorum land necessary therefor; and that to meet this appropriation in excess of 100 members was present. $390,000 be appropriated from the General Fund unreserved fund balance; ARTICLE 4: REDUCE COMMUNITY d) Townwide Culvert Replacement - $390,000 for the repair PRESERVATION ACT (CPA) SURCHARGE and replacement of culverts,and to take by eminent domain, RATE FROM 3%TO 1%PURSUANT TO purchase or otherwise acquire any fee, easement or other G.L. c.44B, § 16 (Citizen Article) interest in land necessary therefor; and that to meet this ap- MOTION:That this article be indefinitely postponed. propriation$390,000 be appropriated from the General Fund Article 4 Adopted- by voice vote. unreserved fund balance; e) Center Streetscape Improvements- Construction - ARTICLE 15: APPROPRIATE FOR $9,105,000 for reconstruction of the center streetscape in- RECREATION CAPITAL PROJECTS cluding removal, replacement and restoration of the center MOTION: That (a) $75,000 be appropriated for Pine sidewalk; streetscape improvements;lighting;pedestrian,bi- Meadows Golf Course improvements, and that to meet this cycle,and vehicular safety improvements and other improve- appropriation$75,000 be appropriated from Recreation Fund ments incidental or related to such construction;and that to Retained Earnings; and (b) that $50,000 be appropriated for meet this appropriation the Treasurer, with the approval of a Recreation Community Needs Assessment and that to meet the Board of Selectmen, is authorized to borrow $9,105,000 this appropriation $50,000 be appropriated from Recreation under M.G.L. Chapter 44, Section 7, or any other enabling Fund Retained Earnings. authority. Any premium received by the Town upon the sale of any bonds or notes approved by this vote, less any such Article 15 Adopted- 157 in favor, 1 opposed. premium applied to the payment of the costs of issuance of such bonds or notes,may be applied to the payment of costs approved by this vote in accordance with Chapter 44,Section 20 of the General Laws,thereby reducing the amount autho- rized to be borrowed to pay such costs by a like amount; (continued on next page) 40 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT T 0 W M G 0 V IIE':IIR I T IIE':III' T ANNUAL TOWN MEETING MINUTES (continued) f) Automatic Meter Reading System - $5,940,000 for the i) Equipment Replacement - $1,300,000 for the cost of de- purchase and installation of a townwide Advanced Metering partment equipment for the Department of Public Works Infrastructure radio read system and other costs incidental and all incidental costs related thereto, and that to meet this or related to such installation; and that to meet this appro- appropriation $200,000 be appropriated from the Water priation$500,000 be appropriated from Water Fund Retained Fund Retained Earnings; $200,000 be appropriated from Earnings; and $500,000 be appropriated from Wastewater Wastewater Fund Retained Earnings; and the Treasurer, Fund Retained Earnings; and that the Treasurer, with the with the approval of the Board of Selectmen, is authorized approval of the Board of Selectmen,is authorized to borrow to borrow$900,000 under M.G.L. Chapter 44, Section 7, or $4,940,000 under M.GL. Chapter 44, Section 7 or any other any other enabling authority. Any premium received by the enabling authority; and further that the Treasurer, with the Town upon the sale of any bonds or notes approved by this approval of the Board of Selectmen,is authorized to borrow vote, less any such premium applied to the payment of the all or a portion of such amount from the Massachusetts Water costs of issuance of such bonds or notes, may be applied to Resources Authority and in connection therewith to enter the payment of costs approved by this vote in accordance with into a loan agreement and/or security agreement.Any premi- Chapter 44,Section 20 of the General Laws,thereby reducing um received by the Town upon the sale of any bonds or notes the amount authorized to be borrowed to pay such costs by a approved by this vote, less any such premium applied to the like amount; payment of the costs of issuance of such bonds or notes,may j) Townwide Signalization Improvements - $125,000 for the be applied to the payment of costs approved by this vote in replacement of traffic and pedestrian signals and related accordance with Chapter 44,Section 20 of the General Laws, roadway work and expenses incidental thereto, and that to thereby reducing the amount authorized to be borrowed to meet this appropriation $125,000 be appropriated from the pay such costs by a like amount; General Fund unreserved fund balance; g) Sidewalk Improvements - $800,000 for rebuilding and k)Street Improvements-$2,616,801 for road reconstruction, repaving existing sidewalks, and all incidental costs related repairs and resurfacing by the Department of Public Works thereto,and to take by eminent domain,purchase or otherwise and all incidental costs related thereto,and to take by eminent acquire any fee,easement or other interest in land necessary domain,purchase or otherwise acquire any fee, easement or therefor; and that to meet this appropriation the Treasurer, other interest in land necessary therefor, and that to meet with the approval of the Board of Selectmen,is authorized to this appropriation $2,616,801 be raised in the tax levy, and borrow$800,000 under M.G.L. Chapter 44,Section 7,or any authorize the Town to accept and expend any additional other enabling authority.Any premium received by the Town funds provided or to be provided by the Commonwealth of upon the sale of any bonds or notes approved by this vote,less Massachusetts through the Massachusetts Department of any such premium applied to the payment of the costs of is- Transportation; suance of such bonds or notes,may be applied to the payment of costs approved by this vote in accordance with Chapter 44, 1)Transportation Mitigation-$100,000 for the Transportation Section 20 of the General Laws,thereby reducing the amount Safety Group for certain traffic and pedestrian safety related authorized to be borrowed to pay such costs by a like amount; improvements and to evaluate and develop construction cost estimates for future capital requests and to fund the design h) Hill Street New Sidewalk - $1,500,000 for constructing a and construction of smaller scale safety related projects, and new sidewalk on Hill Street from the intersection at Bedford that to meet this appropriation $100,000 be appropriated Street to the intersection at Cedar Street, and all incidental from the General Fund unreserved fund balance; costs related thereto, and to take by eminent domain, pur chase or otherwise acquire any fee,easement or other interest m)Municipal Technology Improvement Program- $150,000 in land necessary therefor;and that to meet this appropriation for computer equipment,and that to meet this appropriation the Treasurer,with the approval of the Board of Selectmen,is $150,000 be appropriated from the General Fund unreserved authorized to borrow $1,500,000 under M.G.L. Chapter 44, fund balance; Section 7, or any other enabling authority. Any premium re- n)Application Implementation-$150,000 for Town software ceived by the Town upon the sale of any bonds or notes applications and related costs,and to meet this appropriation approved by this vote, less any such premium applied to the $150,000 be appropriated from the General Fund unreserved payment of the costs of issuance of such bonds or notes,may fund balance; be applied to the payment of costs approved by this vote in (continued on next page) accordance with Chapter 44,Section 20 of the General Laws, thereby reducing the amount authorized to be borrowed to pay such costs by a like amount; TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 4i T O 4 G 0 V Ilk':IIR ' IIIA Ilk':III' T ANNUAL TOWN MEETING MINUTES (continued) o) Network Core Equipment Replacement - $480,000 for That the Town reserve for appropriation the following equipment to the Town's core voice and data network,and to amounts from estimated FY2020 receipts as recommended meet this appropriation $480,000 be appropriated from the by the Community Preservation Committee: General Fund unreserved fund balance; 1. $568,600 for the acquisition, creation and preservation of p) EV Charging Stations - $40,750 for the purchase and in- open space; stallation of Electric Vehicle Charging Stations and expenses 2 $568,600 for the acquisition, preservation, rehabilitation incidental thereto,and that to meet this appropriation$40,750 and restoration of historic resources; be appropriated from the Parking Meter Fund. 3. $568,600 for the acquisition, creation, preservation and AMENDMENT: That the following words be added after support of community housing;and the word"construction:""as approved by the Commission on Disability." 4.$3,980,200 to the Unbudgeted Reserve. FINAL AMENDMENT: That the following words be added And further, that the Town make appropriations from the after the words"restoration of the center sidewalk:""with the Community Preservation Fund and other sources as follows: advice of the Commission on Disability." a) That$275,000 be appropriated for the Conservation Land Amendment to Article 16 (e) Adopted - 128 in favor, Acquisition, and to meet this appropriation $275,000 be ap- 35 opposed. propriated from the Open Space Reserve of the Community Article 16(e)as amended Adopted-121 in favor,41 opposed. Preservation Fund; opposed. b)That$138,273 be appropriated for the Willard's Woods Site Article 1 Adopted by the necessary two-thirds - 120 in Improvements,and to meet this appropriation$138,273 be ap- propriated from the Unbudgeted Reserve of the Community Articles 16(b and c)Adopted by the necessary two-thirds-149 Preservation Fund; in favor,zero opposed. c) That $20,000 be appropriated for Archives & Records 10:31 p.m.Suzanne Barry,Chair,Board of Selectmen,moved Management and Records Conservation&Preservation,and adjournment to Monday, April 8, 2019, 7:15 p.m., at the to meet this appropriation$20,000 be appropriated from the Margery Milne Battin Hall in the Cary Memorial Building, Unbudgeted Reserve of the Community Preservation Fund; 1605 Massachusetts Avenue. d) That$253,394 be appropriated for the Battle Green Master Motion Adopted. Plan, and to meet this appropriation $253,394 be appro- priated from the Unbudgeted Reserve of the Community April 8, 2019 Adjourned Session of Preservation Fund; 2019 Annual Town Meeting e) That $70,000 be appropriated for 9 Oakland Street- Moderator Deborah Brown called the fifth session of 2019 Renovation and Adaptive Re-Use,and to meet this appropri- Annual Town Meeting to order at 7:16 p.m.,Monday,April 8, ation$70,000 be appropriated from the Unbudgeted Reserve 2019,at the Margery Milne Battin Hall in the Cary Memorial of the Community Preservation Fund; Building, 1605 Massachusetts Avenue;a quorum in excess of f) That this item be indefinitely postponed; 100 members was present. g)That$620,000 be appropriated for Old Reservoir Bathhouse ARTICLE 14: APPROPRIATE THE FY2020 Renovation, and to meet this appropriation $620,000 be COMMUNITY PRESERVATION COMMITTEE appropriated from the Undesignated Fund Balance of the OPERATING BUDGET AND CPA PROJECTS Community Preservation Fund; Note: sections (c,l.and m)were taken up on April 1,2019 as h) That $70,000 be appropriated for Park Improvements- part of the Consent Agenda. Hard Court Resurfacing, and to meet this appropriation MOTION: That the Town hear and act on the report of $70,000 be appropriated from the Unbudgeted Reserve of the the Community Preservation Committee on the FY2020 Community Community Preservation budget and,pursuant to the recom- i) That $435,000 be appropriated for Park Improvements- mendations of the Community Preservation Committee,take Athletic Fields,and to meet this appropriation$435,000 be ap- the following actions: propriated from the Unbudgeted Reserve of the Community Preservation Fund; (continued on next page) 42 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT T O 4 G 0 V Ilk':IIR ' IIIA Ilk':III' T ANNUAL TOWN MEETING MINUTES (continued) j)That$302,000 be appropriated for Playground Replacement ARTICLE 2: REPORT OF TOWN BOARDS, Program- Bridge, and to meet this appropriation $302,000 OFFICERS AND COMMITTEES be appropriated from the Unbudgeted Reserve of the MOTION: That the Report of the Ad Hoc Crematory Community Preservation Fund; Committee be received and placed on file. k) That $99,700 be appropriated for LexHAB- Preservation, Article 2 Adopted- by voice vote. Rehabilitation, and Restoration of Affordable Housing, and to meet this appropriation $99,700 be appropriated ARTICLE 20(g): APPROPRIATE FOR PUBLIC from the Community Housing Reserve of the Community FACILITIES CAPITAL PROJECTS Preservation Fund; MOTION: That the following amounts be appropriated for 1) That$3,094,680 be appropriated for CPA Debt Service and the following capital improvements to public facilities and related costs and to meet this appropriation$365,800 be ap- that each amount be raised as indicated: propriated from the Open Space Reserve of the Community Preservation Fund, $560,000 be appropriated from the g)Westview Cemetery Facility Construction-That$2,800,000 Historic Resources Reserve of the Community Preservation be appropriated for the construction of a new administration and maintenance building located at the Westview Cemetery, Fund and $2,168,880 be appropriated from the Unbudgeted including the costs of demolition,architectural and engineer- Reserve of the Community Preservation Fund;and ing services, original equipment, furnishings, landscaping, m) That $150,000 be appropriated for the Administrative paving, and other site improvements incidental or related Expenses and all other necessary and proper expenses of to such construction, and that to meet this appropriation the Community Preservation Committee for FY2020 and to the Treasurer, with the approval of the Board of Selectmen, meet this appropriation $150,000 be appropriated from the is authorized to borrow $2,800,000 under M.G.L. Chapter Unbudgeted Reserve of the Community Preservation Fund. 44,Section 7, or any other enabling authority.Any premium Article 14(parts 1-4)Adopted- 157 in favor,zero opposed. received by the Town upon the sale of any bonds or notes approved by this vote, less any such premium applied to the FRIENDLY AMENDMENT to Article 14(a): payment of the costs of issuance of such bonds or notes,may a) That$275,000 be appropriated for the Conservation Land be applied to the payment of costs approved by this vote in Acquisition, designated on Map 32 as Lots 114 and 135, and accordance with Chapter 44,Section 20 of the General Laws, to meet this appropriation$275,000 be appropriated from the thereby reducing the amount authorized to be borrowed to Open Space Reserve of the Community Preservation Fund pay such costs by a like amount. and further to authorize the Board of Selectmen to take such Article 20(g)NOT Adopted-75 in favor,81 opposed. land by purchase or eminent domain; Article 14(a)as amended Adopted-163 in favor,2 opposed. ARTICLE 6: APPROPRIATE FOR CREMATION FACILITY AT WESTVIEW Article 14(b)Adopted-163 in favor, I opposed. CEMETERY (Citizen Article) Article 14(d)Adopted-163 in favor, I opposed. MOTION:That this article be indefinitely postponed. Article 14(e)Adopted-147 in favor,12 opposed. Article 6 Adopted- by voice vote. Article 14(f)to Indefinitely Postpone,Adopted-voice vote. 10:28 p.m. Suzanne Barry,Chair,Board of Selectmen,moved Article 14(g)Adopted-153 in favor,10 opposed. adjournment to Wednesday,April 10,2019, 7:30 p.m., at the Article 14(h)Adopted- 170 in favor,zero opposed. Margery Milne Battin Hall in the Cary Memorial Building, 1605 Massachusetts Avenue.Motion Adopted. FRIENDLY AMENDMENT: (continued on next page) i) That $435,000 be appropriated for Park Improvements - Athletic Fields,Diamond Middle School,and to meet this ap- propriation $435,000 be appropriated from the Unbudgeted Reserve of the Community Preservation Fund; Article 14(i)as amended Adopted-169 in favor,zero opposed. Article 14(j)Adopted-167 in favor,zero opposed. Article 14(k)Adopted-163 in favor,4 opposed. TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 43 T 4 G 0 V Ilk':IIR ' IIIT Ilk':III' T ANNUAL TOWN MEETING MINUTES (continued) April 10, 2019 Adjourned Session of 2019 ARTICLE 16: APPROPRIATE FOR Annual Town Meeting MUNICIPAL CAPITAL PROJECTS AND Moderator Deborah Brown called the sixth session of 2019 EQUIPMENT Annual Town Meeting to order at 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, Note: Sections (a-f) and (j-1) had been previously discussed April 10,2019,at the Margery Milne Battin Hall in the Cary on the April 1st and April 3rd sessions. Memorial Building,1605 Massachusetts Avenue;a quorum in MOTION:That the following amounts to be appropriated for excess of 100 members was present. the following capital improvements and that each amount be ARTICLE 2: REPORT OF TOWN BOARDS, raised as indicated: OFFICERS AND COMMITTEES g) Sidewalk Improvements - $800,000 for rebuilding and MOTION:That the Report of the Planning Board be received repaving existing sidewalks, and all incidental costs related and placed on file. thereto,and to take by eminent domain,purchase or otherwise acquire any fee, easement or other interest in land necessary Article 2 Adopted- by voice vote. therefor; and that to meet this appropriation the Treasurer, ARTICLE 38: AMEND ZONING BYLAW With the approval of the Board of Selectmen,is authorized to borrow$800,000 under M.G.L.Chapter 44,Section 7,or any AND ZONING MAP, 186 BEDFORD STREET other enabling authority.Any premium received by the Town (Owner Petition) upon the sale of any bonds or notes approved by this vote,less MOTION:That Article 38,Amend Zoning Bylaw and Zoning any such premium applied to the payment of the costs of issu- Map, 186 Bedford St,be referred back to the Planning Board ance of such bonds or notes,may be applied to the payment for further study. of costs approved by this vote in accordance with Chapter 44, Article 38 to Refer back to the Planning Board,Adopted- 160 Section 20 of the General Laws,thereby reducing the amount in favor,2 opposed. authorized to be borrowed to pay such costs by a like amount; h) Hill Street New Sidewalk - $1,500,000 for constructing a RECONSIDERATION OF ARTICLE 28 new sidewalk on Hill Street from the intersection at Bedford ARTICLE 28: CONFIRM STREET Street to the intersection at Cedar Street, and all incidental ACCEPTANCE AND TITLE (PORTION OF costs related thereto, and to take by eminent domain, pur- chase or otherwise acquire any fee,easement or other interest PELHAM ROAD) in land necessary therefor;and that to meet this appropriation MOTION:That the Board of Selectmen be authorized to take the Treasurer, with the approval of the Board of Selectmen, any necessary steps to confirm the establishment and accep- is authorized to borrow $1,500,000 under M.G.L. Chapter tance of the layout as a Town way of the portion of Pelham 44,Section 7,or any other enabling authority.Any premium Road from Eliot Road a distance of 526 feet, more or less received by the Town upon the sale of any bonds or notes westerly, as laid out by the Selectmen, all as shown upon a approved by this vote,less any such premium applied to the plan,on file in the office of the Town Clerk,dated May 1896 payment of the costs of issuance of such bonds or notes,may and that the Board of Selectmen be further authorized to take be applied to the payment of costs approved by this vote in by eminent domain,donation or to otherwise acquire any fee, accordance with Chapter 44,Section 20 of the General Laws, easement,or other interest in land necessary therefor,on such thereby reducing the amount authorized to be borrowed to terms as the Board may determine. pay such costs by a like amount; Motion to Reconsider Article 28 Adopted- by voice vote. i) Equipment Replacement - $1,300,000 for the cost of de- AMENDMENT: To strike "on file in the office of the Town partment equipment for the Department of Public Works Clerk." and all incidental costs related thereto, and that to meet this appropriation $200,000 be appropriated from the Water Amendment to Article 28 Adopted-by voice vote. Fund Retained Earnings; $200,000 be appropriated from Article 28 as amended Adopted by the necessary two-thirds - Wastewater Fund Retained Earnings; and the Treasurer, by voice vote. with the approval of the Board of Selectmen,is authorized to borrow$900,000 under M.G.L.Chapter 44,Section 7,or any other enabling authority.Any premium received by the Town upon the sale of any bonds or notes approved by this vote,less any such premium applied to the payment of the costs of issu- ance of such bonds or notes,may be applied to the payment (continued on next page) 44 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT T O 4 G 0 V Ilk':IIR ' IIIT Ilk':III' T ANNUAL TOWN MEETING MINUTES (continued) of costs approved by this vote in accordance with Chapter 44, ARTICLE 2: REPORT OF TOWN BOARDS, Section 20 of the General Laws,thereby reducing the amount OFFICERS AND COMMITTEES authorized to be borrowed to pay such costs by a like amount; MOTION:That the Report of the Planning Board be received m)Municipal Technology Improvement Program- $150,000 and placed on file. for computer equipment,and that to meet this appropriation Article 2 Adopted- by voice vote. $150,000 be appropriated from the General Fund unreserved fund balance; RECONSIDERATION OF ARTICLE 39 n)Application Implementation-$150,000 for Town software ARTICLE 39: AMEND ZONING BYLAW- applications and related costs,and to meet this appropriation LIMITED SITE PLAN REVIEW $150,000 be appropriated from the General Fund unreserved fund balance (CITIZEN ARTICLE) o) Network Core Equipment Replacement - $480,000 for MOTION:To Amend Chapter 135 of the Code of the Town equipment to the Town's core voice and data network,and to of Lexington as follows: meet this appropriation $480,000 be appropriated from the A. Amend Table 1, Permitted Uses and Development General Fund unreserved fund balance; Standards, of the Zoning Bylaw by replacing the symbol `Y' p) EV Charging Stations - $40,750 for the purchase and in- With the symbol`R in all columns of rows B.1.01,B.1.02 and stallation of Electric Vehicle Charging Stations and expenses B.1.03. incidental thereto,and that to meet this appropriation$40,750 B.Amend g 9.5.5 by inserting the words"of activities and uses be appropriated from the Parking Meter Fund. not covered by g 9.5.6"after the words"site plan review" Article 16(g) Adopted by the necessary two-thirds - 159 in C.Add a new g 9.5.6 as follows: favor,zero opposed. 9.5.6 Limited Review Standards. Article 16(h) Adopted by the necessary two-thirds - 164 in 1. The Planning Board in its Zoning Regulations shall estab- favor,zero opposed. lish reasonable standards for site plan review of educational, Article 16(i) Adopted by the necessary two-thirds - 164 in religious,and child care uses protected under MGL c.40A g 3. favor,zero opposed. 2. The standards shall not be more restrictive than those ap- Article 16(m-o)Adopted by the necessary two-thirds- 165 in plied to activities and uses under g 9.5.5. favor,zero opposed. 3. The standards shall address only the following areas. No Article 16(p) Adopted by the necessary two-thirds - 164 in applicant shall be required to file any documents not related favor,2 opposed. to these areas. ARTICLE 20(e,h) : APPROPRIATE FOR a.bulk and height of structures; PUBLIC FACILITIES CAPITAL PROJECTS b.yard sizes and setbacks; MOTION: That the following amounts be appropriated for C.lot area; the following capital improvements to public facilities and d.open space; that each amount be raised as indicated: e)LHS Field House Track Resurfacing-$250,000 to resurface e.parking;and the indoor track located in the Lexington High School Field f.building coverage. House, and that to meet this appropriation $250,000 be ap- 4. The Planning Board or its designee shall waive any stan- propriated from the General Fund unreserved fund balance; dards which are not reasonable as applied in a particular case h) Cary Library Children's Room Renovation Design - or which effectively prohibit the protected use. $100,000 for a feasibility study for renovating the Children's 5.The Planning Board or its designee may impose reasonable Room in the Cary Library,and that to meet this appropriation conditions necessary to satisfy the standards not waived. $100,000 be appropriated from the General Fund unreserved Motion to Reconsider Article 39 Adopted by the necessary two- fund balance. thirds-137 in favor, 19 opposed. Article 20(e)Adopted-164 in favor,zero opposed. Article 20(h)Adopted-161 in favor, I opposed. (continued on next page) TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 45 T O 4 G O V Ilk':IIR ' IIIT Ilk':III' T ANNUAL TOWN MEETING MINUTES (continued) AMENDMENT: 6. Notwithstanding any other provision AMENDMENT: Insert: "a)" before the current language of of this chapter, the use of land or structures for educational the main motion under the article. purposes by the Lexington Public Schools on land owned or And furthermore insert "b) - That the Town make a sup- leased by the Town of Lexington or Lexington Public Schools plemental appropriation of the $117,100, and authorize an shall not be subject to site plan review pursuant to g 9.5. increase by said amount in the appropriation made under Motion to Amend Article 39 Adopted - 120 in favor, 34 Article 10(h) of the 2018 Annual Town Meeting, for the opposed. Center Track and Field Reconstruction, so that the total ap- Article 39 as amended after Reconsideration Adopted by the propriation authorized by Town Meeting for these purposes necessary two-thirds - 139 in favor, 12 opposed. Approved as be $3,457,100 and to meet this supplemental appropriation amended by Attorney General Maura Healey May 24, 2019; that$58,550 be appropriated from the Recreation Enterprise Posted June 3,2019. Fund,and$58,550 be appropriated from the tax levy." Motion to Amend Article 27 NOT Adopted-38 in favor, 104 ARTICLE 27: APPROPRIATE FOR opposed. AUTHORIZED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS Article 27 Adopted by the necessary two-thirds-129 in favor, MOTION: That the Town make a supplemental appropri- 13 opposed. ation of$525,000 for the design and construction of a new Visitors Center,including the costs of demolition,architectur- 10:40 p.m.Suzanne Barry,Chair,Board of Selectmen,moved al and engineering services,original equipment,furnishings, to dissolve the 2019 Annual Town Meeting. landscaping,paving,and other site improvements incidental or related to such construction, and that to meet this appro- priation the Town authorize an increase by said amount in the appropriation made under Article 22 of the 2018 Annual Town Meeting, so that the total appropriation authorized by such Town Meeting actions for these purposes be$5,100,000 and further that the Treasurer,with the approval of the Board of Selectmen, is authorized to borrow said supplemental amount of$525,000 under M.G.L. Chapter 44, Section 7, or any other enabling authority. Any premium received by the Town upon the sale of any bonds or notes approved by this vote, less any such premium applied to the payment of the costs of issuance of such bonds or notes, may be applied to the payment of costs approved by this vote in accordance with Chapter 44,Section 20 of the General Laws,thereby reducing the amount authorized to be borrowed to pay such costs by a like amount. 46 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT T O W M G O V Ilk':IIR ' IIIA Ilk':III' T ELECTED TOWN OFFICIALS BOARD OF SELECTMEN(5 members-3 year terms) Douglas M. Lucente 17 Vine Brook Rd. 2020 652-8799 Suzanne E. Barry, Chair 159 Burlington St. 2022 862-5853 Jill I. Hai 6 Highland Ave. 2021 862-3776 Joseph N. Pato 900 Massachusetts Ave. 2022 674-0141 Mark Sandeen 10 Brent Rd. 2020 863-8784 MODERATOR(1 year term) Deborah J. Brown 47 Robinson Rd. 2020 861-8311 SCHOOL COMMITTEE(5 members-3 year terms) Scott A. Bokun 15 Middleby Rd. 2022 860-9791 Kathryn R. Colburn 49 Forest St. 2020 652-0580 Eileen S. Jay 191 Waltham St. 2022 860-0698 Kathleen M. Lenihan 60 Bloomfield St. 2021 863-0023 Deepika Sawhney 6 Porter Ln 2021 640-5870 PLANNING BOARD(5 members-3 year terms) Richard L. Canale,Vice Chair 29 Shade St. 2021 861-0287 Robert K. Creech 2 Grimes Rd. 2020 674-2481 Charles Hornig 75 Reed St. 2020 862-1112 Ginna Johnson 23 Ridge Rd. 2021 863-2961 Robert D. Peters 43 Fifer Ln. 2022 652-8537 LEXINGTON HOUSING AUTHORITY(4 elected members/1 appointed member-5 year term) Richard F. Perry 40 Clark St. 2020 861-6347 Nicholas Santosuosso 2 Washington St. 2021 863-1040 Melinda M. Walker,Vice Chair 14 Larchmont Ln. 2024 863-2024 Weidong Wang, Chair 59 Reed St. 2022 863-5790 (5th position, State appointed-vacant) TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 47 T 0 W M G 0 V Ilk':IIR ' IIIA Ilk':III' T SENATORS AND REPRESENTATIVES SENATORS IN CONGRESS—Statewide SENATOR IN GENERAL COURT— Edward J. Markey(D) (term 2014-2020) Third Middlesex District(PR.3,8,9) 255 Dirksen Senate Office Bldg.,Washington D.C. 20510 Michael J. Barrett(D)(term 2018-2022) Phone: 202-224-2742 Massachusetts State House, Rm 109D 975 JFK Fed. Bldg. 24 Beacon Street, Boston, MA 02133 15 New Sudbury Street, Boston, MA 02203 Phone: 617-722-1572 Fax: 617-626-0898 Phone: 617-565-8519 Email: mike.barrett@masenate.gov Elizabeth A.Warren(D)(term 2018-2024) REPRESENTATIVE IN GENERAL COURT- 309 Hart Senate Office Bldg.,Washington D.C. 20510 Fifteenth Middlesex District Phone: 202-224-4543 Michelle L.Ciccolo(D)(term 2018-2020) 2400 JFK Federal Bldg. Massachusetts State House, Rm 473F 15 New Sudbury Street Boston, MA 02203 24 Beacon Street, Boston, MA 02133 Phone: 617-565-3170 Phone: 617-722-2210 REPRESENTATIVE IN CONGRESS— Fifth District Email: michelle.ciccolo@mahouse.gov Katherine Clark(D) (term 2018-2020) GOVERNOR'S COUNCIL—Third District 2448 Rayburn Office Building Marilyn Petitto Devaney(D)term (2018-2020) Washington, DC 20515 98 Westminster Avenue,Watertown, MA 02472 Phone: 202-225-2836 Phone: 617-725-4015 ext.3 Fax: 617-727-6610 157 Pleasant Street, Malden, MA 02148 Email: marilyn.p.devaney@gov.state.ma.us Phone: 617-354-0292 GOVERNOR/LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR AUDITOR Charlie Baker/Katyn Polito(R) (term 2018-2022) Suzanne M. Bump(D)(term 2018-2022) Massachusetts State House, 24 Beacon St. Massachusetts State House, Room 230 Office of the Governor/Office of the Lt. Governor Boston, MA 02133 Room 280, Boston, MA 02133 Phone: 617-727-2075 Fax: 617-727-3014 Phone: 617-725-4005 Email: aud itor@sao.state.ma.us ATTORNEY GENERAL DISTRICT ATTORNEY—MIDDLESEX COUNTY Maura Healey(D) (term 2018-2022) Marian T. Ryan(D) (term 2018-2022) One Ashburton Place, 20th fl, Boston, MA 02108 Middlesex District Attorney's Office Phone: 617-727-2200 www.mass.gov 15 Commonwealth Avenue,Woburn, MA 01801 Phone: 781-897-8300 Fax: 781-897-8301 SECRETARY OF STATE CLERK OF COURTS—MIDDLESEX COUNTY William Francis Galvin(D)(term 2018-2022) Michael A.Sullivan(D) (term 2018-2022) One Ashburton Place, Rm 1611, Boston, MA 02108 200 Trade Center,2nd Floor, Woburn, MA 01801 Phone: 617-727-7030 Fax: 617-742-4528 Phone: 781-939-2700 Email: cis@sec.state.ma.us TREASURER REGISTER OF DEEDS—MIDDLESEX SOUTHERN DISTRICT Deborah B. Goldberg(D) (term 2018-2022) Maria C.Curtatone(term 2018-2024) Massachusetts State House, Rm 24, Boston, MA 02133 208 Cambridge St., PO Box 68, Cambridge, MA 02141 Phone: 617-367-9333 x. 620 Fax: 617-227-1622 Phone: 617-679-6300 Email: middlesexsouth@sec.state.ma.us SENATOR IN GENERAL COURT— SHERIFF—MIDDLESEX COUNTY Fourth Middlesex District(PR. 1,2,4-7) Cindy F. Friedman(D)(term 2018-2022) Peter J. Koutoujian(term 2016-2022) Massachusetts State House, Room 413D 400 Mystic Avenue, 4th Floor, Medford, MA 02155 24 Beacon Street, Boston, MA 02133 Phone: 781-960-2800 Phone: 617-722-1432 REGISTER OF PROBATE—MIDDLESEX COUNTY Email: Cindy.Freidman@masenate.com Tara E. DeCristofaro term (2014-2020) 208 Cambridge St., Cambridge, MA 02141 Phone: 617-768-5800 Fax: 617-225-0781 48 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT T 0 W M G 0 V IIE':IIR I T IIE':III' T MODERATOR ROLE:To preside over Town Meeting and to appoint mem- . Advised citizens on bers of the Appropriation Committee, Capital Expenditures the protocol regard- Committee,and the Car Lecture Series Committee. ing participation at J� ELECTED by the voters at large for a 1-year term: Deborah Town Meeting. Brown. • Nominated Barry HIGHLIGHTS• ' 'l!" Orenstein to serve as Deputy Moderator. • Presided over annual and special Town Meetings. • Appointed new and • Held pre Town Meeting planning session with article returning members sponsors, the Town Manager, the Town Counsel, the to the Appropriation Town Clerk, and the Chairs of the Board of Selectmen, Committee,the Planning Board, Community Preservation Committee, Capital Expenditures Appropriation Committee and Capital Expenditures Committee,and the Committee to review timing and procedural matters, and Cary Lecture Series Deborah Brown(Town Moderator) to anticipate scheduling issues, audio-visual requirements, Committee. and probable amendments. • Continued to serve on the Board of Directors of the • Conducted a 2-hour workshop for new Town Meeting Massachusetts Moderators Association. members in conjunction with the Town Meeting Members Association. The Town Counsel, Town Manager, Town • Served as Moderator for Lexington's annual 8th Grade Clerk and chairs of major boards and committees explained Mock Town Meeting. their roles and helped clarify financial and planning terms and concepts,legal issues and parliamentary procedures. TOWN MEETING MEMBERS ASSOCIATION (TMMA) ROLE:To inform Town Meeting Members in advance on all nine precincts, each of which elects a Precinct Chair, Vice- Warrant articles, meeting procedures, and matters of town Chair, and Clerk. Immediately after the election of Precinct governance; to act as an interface between Town Meeting Officers,TMMA holds its Annual Meeting of the Association and the municipal government, the Board of Selectmen, the to elect the TMMA Board officers, which are the Chair, School Committee, and other town boards and committees; Vice-Chair, Treasurer, Clerk, Webmaster, and Email List to represent the members of Town Meeting when the Town Moderator. The Executive Committee may also appoint sub- Meeting is not in session; to improve Town Meeting proce- committees,working groups, or task forces from among the dures and processes; and to assist in governing Lexington TMMA membership when appropriate for the purposes of when requested or it is deemed necessary. the TMMA;an example was the electronic voting committee MEMBERSHIP:All Town Meeting Members are automatical- Which produced a new method of voting for the 2014 Annual ly members of TMMA. The Town Moderator,the Selectmen, Town Meeting. the Town Clerk,and State Legislators living in Lexington are HIGHLIGHTS: at-large members. The TMMA has an Executive Committee which usually meets the second Wednesday of each month • Maintained the TMMA website, including Executive except during July,August,and months when Town Meeting Committee minutes,various committee reports,and access is in session. The monthly meetings are open to all members to TMMA email archives:http://Iexingtontmma.org. and to the public. • Continued a paper reduction initiative to reduce the num- The precinct officers, together with the TMMA officers, ber of print materials for Town Meeting. make up the TMMA Executive Committee and serve for one year. Precinct officers are elected prior to TMMAs • Collaborated with the Town to increase the number of on- Annual Meeting(held immediately prior to the first TMMA line Town Meeting materials that Members can access on Information Session following the Town election). There are their mobile devices during Town Meeting. (continued on next page) TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 49 T 0 W M G 0 V Ilk':IIR ' IIIT Ilk':III' T TOWN MEETING MEMBERS ASSOCIATION (TMMA) (continued) • Compiled and published the TMMA Warrant Information 2019 Executive Committee Officers Report book on all articles coming before the Annual Town Chair: Ben Moroze Meeting(ATM)and the Fall Special Town Meeting(STM). Vice-Chair: Marc Saint Louis The TMMA Warrant Information Report familiarizes Town Meeting members with the articles so that they can better Treasurer: Susan McLeish understand the issues. Clerk: Brielle Meade • Sponsored Warrant Information Sessions before the ATM Email List Moderator: Vicki Blier and STM to familiarize members with the Warrant Articles, Webmaster: Robert Avallone and give article proponents a chance to present their mate- rials and receive feedback. Precinct Precinct Precinct Precinct • Held TMMA bus tours to view selected sites affected by the Number Chair Vice-Chair Clerk ATM and STM Warrant articles. 1 Sudhir Ranjan Valerie Overton Hongbin Luo • Co-sponsored the 8th grade 2019 Mock Town Meeting 2 Matthew Cohen Jonathan Suber Ricki Pappo at the middle schools in the spring, with TMMA mem- 3 Vineeta Kumar David Kaufman Margaret Storch bers assisting in the training along with volunteers from 4 Tom Griffiths Susan McLeish Nyles Barnert the League of Women Voters, the Chinese American 5 Nancy Corcoran- Melanie Association of Lexington, Indian Americans of Lexington, Ronchetti Andy Friedlich Thompson the Town Moderator,the Town Clerk,and members of the 6 Vinita Verma Bridger McGaw Sara Board of Selectmen. Bothwell Allen • Maintained a TMMA member email group (with message 7 Ben Moroze Stacey Hamilton Tina McBride archives accessible to the public at http://groups.google. g Jim Osten Yu Wu Betty Gau com/group/lextmma) to provide a forum for informal dis- 9 Hank Manz Tom Shiple Dilip Patel cussions among TMMA members around Town issues. • Maintained generic email addresses for all TMMA mem- bers to simplify the process of constituents contacting Town Meeting members. • Presented information about Town Meeting and the TMMA to newly elected Town Meeting Members and to those enrolled in the Lexington Citizens Academy. 50 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT T 0 W M G 0 V Ilk':IIR ' IIIA Ilk':III' °T CARY MEMORIAL LIBRARY Personnel FY18 FY19 Adult Services Full Time 26 27* Lexington continues to show that it is a community of read- Part Time 23 22 ers who love their library. Staff assisted requests for over a thousand items from the Commonwealth Catalog and other FY78 reflects a correction in FTE value,not a change to staffing. interlibrary loan services. Residents downloaded 34% more Program improvements since FY18 added hours to cover the Teen content from digital offerings such as Hoopla, Kanopy, and Room,resulting in an increase of 0.38 full time equivalents(FTEs) Overdrive this year.Naxos Music Library and Acorn TV were for FY19 added as digital offerings. Staff continued outreach to senior groups with presentations across town and at the Senior ROLE: Cary Memorial Library's Mission is to ignite curi- Wellness Fair. osity, engage minds, and connect the community. The Cary A celebration of the Local Authors Collection included Memorial Library Board of Trustees is the governing body of a reception for authors and the unveiling of updated panels the Library.As specified by an 1868 gift from Maria Hastings that integrated names of additional authors. Library staff col- Cary,the Library Board is composed of the Town's Selectmen, laborated with the Town Archives and the Historical Society School Committee members, and the community's "settled on a widely popular program entitled"Discover Your Home's clergy." History."The World Languages collection continues to grow, APPOINTED BY the Trustees: Director Koren Stembridge. with the addition of materials in Turkish and Portuguese. Each year the Full Board elects a five-member Executive Programs that provided a perspective beyond Massachusetts Board from its membership.Members of the FY19 Executive included a screening and discussion with filmmakers of the Board included: Joseph Pato (Chair), Howard Jaffe (Vice- New Immigrant and Refugee Vision documentaries, and Chair),Suzie Barry,Claire Feingold Thoryn,and Eileen Jay. musical performances reflecting an international and diverse community. The Social Justice Book Club and the Perkins Administration School for the Blind Book Group also added a broader di- mension to library offerings. This year Cary Library marked the 150th anniversary of Maria Hastings Cary's gift to establish a public library in Lexington Youth Services and celebrated this milestone all year.The Library announced The Children's Department offered 574 programs with 21,967 its first poet-in-residence,Regie O'Hare Gibson,who penned participants. Staff also visited the public schools 99 times for a commemorative poem, "History, Culture, Memory, and activities such as Picture Book Month,Caldecott Award units, Future;which had its debut at the Library's birthday celebra- and visiting classrooms to share book recommendations and tion and Gala. demonstrate the electronic resources. The Library received an award from the Massachusetts The 2018 Summer Reading theme was "Libraries Rocle' Library Association(MLA)for the design of its new strategic with programming focused around music. A variety of con- plan.This"guiding principles"document includes a statement certs were offered by award-winning and multi-cultural art- of core values and highlights five strategic priorities:connect- ists,including Charlie Hope,winner of multiple Independent ing readers with books and information,exploring experien- Music Awards; the Sulinha Trio, a Parent's Choice Award tial learning,prioritizing accessibility, creating opportunities winner; and Rockabye Beats, a bilingual music experience. to make human connections,and upgrading critical building Annual events like Truck Day, the Fairy Tale Ball, and infrastructure. Brickmania continue to be popular with children and staff The Library again faced several unexpected closures due alike.The Fairy Tale Ball paid homage to Cary Library's 150th to power failures on Massachusetts Avenue. The Library is anniversary with a special Cary Library Princess and an ex- grateful for the patience and support of the Lexington com- panded International Storytelling Pavilion. munity and the hard work by the Town's Public Facilities and Public Works Departments during the emergency closures. Teen Services Teens continue to flock to the Library's Teen Room. Most af- ternoons,the space is filled with teens reading,studying,and For the first time,Cary Library provided more than a million socializing. Impromptu games and puzzles continue to pro- items to library users, making the Library one of the busiest vide opportunities for teen patrons to reduce stress,and there in Massachusetts. The circulation of digital items continues are other formal program offerings as well. Approximately to increase. 2,400 teens participated in art and writing workshops, craft- (continued on next page) TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 51 T 0 W M G 0 V Ilk':IIR ' IIIT Ilk':III' T CARY MEMORIAL LIBRARY (continued) ing and cooking activities,movies,and a wide variety of orga- Cary Memorial Library Foundation nized games. Twenty-eight 6th and 7th graders participated The Cary Memorial Library Foundation celebrated the 150th in the new teen book clubs. anniversary of Cary Memorial Library's founding with a gala The Teen Library Leadership Council was re-established at the Library on Saturday evening,March 23,2019.Over 500 and 25 teens met twice a month to help shape the teen experi- people enjoyed festive food, music, and entertainment. The ence at the Library.The"Cary Teens Lead the Way"program Foundation raised over $75,000 from the gala, and received was launched as a means to foster and support the amazing an additional generous endowment of$50,000. talents and ambitions of local teens. Nine applications from For the gala,Wilson Farm provided a 6 foot long model of individuals and Lexington High School clubs were accepted. Cary Memorial Library made of cake topped with a life-sized Applicants accepted to the program were mentored by Library edible book. [Courtesy of Dongxu Shan Photography] staff. Over 40 volunteers contributed 2,500 hours in support The Teen Services Department initiated a partnership of the Library Foundation. The Foundation received over with the Town's Department of Youth and Family Services to $168,000 from its Town-wide annual appeal, which is used run a regular teen wellness drop-in program called "Take a to fund library programs, additions to the collection, and Brain a Break." More than 120 teens connected with Town technology.Finally,the Library Foundation also continued to social workers. host events in its After Dark Series, a program that connects Personnel the Library and the Foundation with community groups Cary Library welcomed Meena Jain as the new Community throughout Lexington. Engagement Manager,as well as Aileen Kounaves and Nicole %r Vandeyar to Adult Services, Radhika Tayshikar to Youth Services,and Lauren Furtado to Administration. r/y Friends of Cary Memorial Library % Volunteers coordinated through the Friends of Cary Memorial Library and the Teen Services Department logged more than l'rh , ,9 4,000 hours. Those hours, coupled with money raised from book sales and dues,make it possible for the Library to offer1/0 the Summer Reading program, the Museum Pass lending program, the Brickmania event, and the See-it-Now and Read it Now high demand collections. �i Cary Memorial Library celebration cake and seal highlighting the Library's 1501h anniversary. 52 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT T 0 W M G 0 V Ilk':IIR ' IIIA Ilk':III' T FINANCE Assessor Assessor Categories for FY19 Personnel FY18 FY19 Property Description(State Use Code) No.of Parcels/ Taxable Value Accounts Full Time 6 6 Single-Family Dwellings(101) 9,030 $9,486,786,000 Part Time 0 0 Residential Condominiums(102) 1,057 $623,512,900 ROLE:The Assessing Office's primary function is to assess full Misc. Residential(103,109,Other) 36 $45,206,000 and fair market values—in accordance with Massachusetts Two-Family Houses(104) 159 $135,414,000 General Laws and regulations—of all real and personal Three-Family Houses(105) 11 $9,451,000 property in Lexington to equitably allocate Lexingtons an nual tax levy among Lexington taxpayers, and to evaluate Multiple Units/Apartments(111 125) 13 $204,187,000 any applications for abatement of such property tax. Other Resid.Vacant Land(130,131,132,&106) 549 $53,059,000 significant duties include: administration of motor vehicle Commercial Property(300-393) 419 $697,585,000 excise tax abatement and determination of taxpayer eligibility Industrial Property(400-452)("less TIF) 43 $427,370,345" for statutory exemption from (or deferral of) property taxes (including the Community Preservation Act surcharge). Agricultural Land—Chap 61A(700) 0 $0 APPOINTED by Town Manager: Gregory Johnson Recreational Land—Chap 61 B(800) 10 $15,560,000 (Chairman), Edmund Grant (Member), and Casimir Mixed Use(Resid+Comm)(012-043) 17 $23,359,000 Groblewski (Member). The Director of Assessing is Robert Exempt Properties(900) Not Counted Not Counted Lent. Total Taxable(all Real Properties) 11,344 $11,725,274,165 HIGHLIGHTS: PERSONAL PROPERTY TAXABLE ENTITIES (Use Codes:500-552)Note:as of FY16,the Board of Selectmen • As required by the Massachusetts Department of Revenue voted to render as"not subject to tax"any Personal Property (MA DOR), reviewed all real and personal property in ac-counts in which taxable PP components are valued at less than Lexington and adjusted on a "mass appraisal" basis to or"under"$1,200.00 per year("U-Value"). 698 T-axable; 129 U-Value; recognize changes and conditions in the market during 57 E-xempt;23 N-ull; 901 overall $197,125,770 the year of sales analysis (Calendar 2017). The resulting assessed values and the underlying methodologies used to determine such values were reviewed and approved by FY 2019 Levy FY 2019 Tax Tax Levy MA DOR in December 2018. Per MA DOR, FY19 was an Tax Class -% Valuation Rates/K (Rounded) "interim"year for the Town of Lexington. Residential 88.7% $10,570,638,820 $14.12 $149,257,420 • In our statistical review for the annual classification study, Commercial 6.1% $727,265,080 $27.33 $20,687,310 the single-family dwelling average assessment in Lexington Industrial 3.8% $454,259,000 $27.33 $12,414,900 in FY19 was$1,050,585,a 6.03%increase from$990,805 in TIF Reduction -0.2% $(26,888,655) $(734,870) FY18.Residential properties overall(as a class)in Lexington Subtotal 98.4% increased in assessed value by 6.21%over FY18. $11,725,274,245 $180,813,600 Personal • The "C/I/P" properties overall (as a class) in Lexington Property 1.6% $197,125,770 $27.33 $5,387,450 increased in value by 6.01% over FY18,with the following Total 100% $11,922,400,015 $186,201,050 breakout: Commercial: +3.63%, Industrial: +13.23%, and Personal:+0.63%. (continued on next page) • Land developer King St. Properties,with financial partner HCP (formerly Healthcare Property Investors), built an 8- story parking garage that will house more than 1,000 vehicles, and began construction on 75 Hayden Avenue, another life-science building in a growing campus-style setting. TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 53 T 0 W M G 0 V Ilk':IIR ' IIIA Ilk':III' °T FINANCE (continued) Comptroller Treasurer/Collector Personnel FY18 FY19 Personnel FY18 FY19 Full Time 6 6 Full Time 4 4 Part Time 0.4 0.4 Part Time 1 1 ROLE:To oversee all financial operations of the Town,which ROLE: To perform the duties of Treasurer and Collector as includes the assessing of property, collecting all accounts outlined in Massachusetts General Laws (M.G.L.), Chapter receivable, payment of all accounts payable, procurement, 41. As Treasurer,is responsible for the receipt and disburse- investment of town funds, maintaining accounting re- ment of all town funds as well as the management of invest- cords, preparation of financial statements, annual audit, ment policies and debt. As Collector, issues and collects all administration of the retirement system, and support to the Real Estate, Motor Vehicle, Personal Property and Water/ Appropriation Committee. Sewer bills as assessed. APPOINTED by the Board of Selectmen: Carolyn Kosnoff, APPOINTED by the Town Manager: Arnold Lovering, Town Comptroller; by the Town Manager: Krista Murphy, January 2008. Town Accountant. HIGHLIGHTS• HIGHLIGHTS: • Real Estate tax collections totaled $178,874,963 including • In February 2019, the Town issued $54.645 million in collections of prior year's taxes.Accounts with outstanding bonds at a true interest cost(TIC) of 3.21%.The bond issue balances were put into tax title or entered into payment was to fund various capital improvements of which $27.0 plans. million was for Hastings Elementary School reconstruc- • Personal Property tax collections totaled$5,363,946 tion, $12.6 million was for the reconstruction of the Fire Headquarters,and$9.0 million was for the construction of • Motor Vehicle Excise tax collections totaled $5,649,362. Lexington Children's Place.The sale included a premium of 'These bills were based on information provided by the $3.15 million which was applied to reduce the par amount Registry of Motor Vehicles. Overdue accounts were com- of the borrowing. mitted to the Deputy Collector,who under M.G.L.marked these accounts for license and registration non-renewal. • The Town also issued $8.371 million of bond anticipation notes in February 2019 with a premium of$102,967 paid to • Water/Sewer collections totaled$21,052,991. the Town.This issuance included the roll-over of$6.97 mil- • Investment income for all Town accounts including lion in notes from February 2018 for the land acquisitions the Other Post-Employment Benefits Trust Fund was of 171-173 Bedford Street and Pelham Road properties. $4,463,466,of which$1,781,573 was credited to the General The Town expects to pay down the principal of these notes Fund.All investments are made according to M.G.L.When over the next three years. investing the Town's money, safety, liquidity, and yield are • In June 2019,the Town issued bond anticipation notes for considered in that order. $4.540 million with a premium of$14,073 to fund various capital improvements including reconstruction of the Center Track and Field, reconstruction of the Lexington Visitors Center and procurement of capital equipment for the Lexington Public School's technology program. 54 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT T c W M G c V Ilk':IIR ' IIIT Ilk':III' T FIRE AND RESCUE Personnel FY18 FY19 • The Department continues to support fire and safety educa- Full Time 63 65 tion programs in the schools,through the senior center,and Part Time 1 1 at the fire stations. With a generous grant from the Dana Home Foundation, the Department was able to purchase ROLE: To protect lives and property of the citizens of, and 100 Knox Box key holders and continues to partner with visitors to, Lexington from emergencies involving fire, ex- the Human Services Department on numerous senior plosions, medical issues, hazardous materials incidents, and citizen programs within the community. The Department other environmental causes, whether naturally occurring or has continued to provide life safety devices to seniors who man made.This mission is accomplished through profession- cannot afford to have them installed in their homes. al emergency response and hazard mitigation,comprehensive code enforcement,and effective public education. Training APPOINTED by the Town Manager: Derek S. Sencabaugh • The Department conducted 7,400 hours of training in FY19, (Chief of Department, Emergency Management Director), maintaining a high standard of training on topics including March 2019. medical emergencies,vehicle extrication,firefighting,and a HIGHLIGHTS: vast list of other topics. • Began the construction of the new Fire Department • The Department has been conductingjoint training with the Police Department for Active Shooter and Hostile events. Headquarters on the site of the previous station. This training involves members of the Fire Department • Responded to 4,105 calls for emergency assistance, with wearing ballistic gear performing rapid triage and treat- medical emergencies accounting for 2,405,or 58.59%,of all ment of potentially seriously injured patients. emergency calls. • Training is conducted on a weekly basis,with an emphasis SIGNIFICANT INCIDENTS DURING FY18 on fundamentals of apparatus operation, hose line tech- niques, search and rescue, ladder drills, advanced medical 9/14/2018 12 Wheeler Rd. 2-Alarm House Fire skills,and new equipment familiarization. 11/16/2018 65 Buckman Dr. Kitchen Fire 12/13/2018 9 Webster Rd. House Fire • New hires are put through an intense 2-week training program 5/14/2019 36 Tower Rd. House Fire which prepares them for the Massachusetts Fire Academy. • The Department's Officers focus on fire prevention and Fire Prevention Program professional development. • The Fire Prevention Division issues permits and performs • The entire Department took part in a National Fire Protection inspections in accordance with the Massachusetts General Association hot works safety certification program along Laws and the Fire Prevention Regulations. These require- with Taking Action against Cancer in the fire service. ments are continuously revised as required per changes made by the Commonwealth.They affect such things as sprinklers, Emergency Medical Service s fire alarms,oil burners,blasting,welding,schools,health care . The Department provides advanced life support (ALS) facilities,and many aspects of new construction. paramedics to the community. Staffing two ambulances so • There were 792 permits issued for the professional instal- it can provide a rapid and high quality of care to citizens, lation of equipment, 831 inspections and re-inspections of the department continues to rely on its mutual aid partners educational or healthcare facilities, and inspections of new for backup ambulances. or re-sale homes. There were 518 plans reviewed for new . The Department continues to improve its service by pro- or renovation construction. In total, 1903 inspections were viding state of the art equipment and training in the latest performed by the Lexington Fire Department. techniques.During the annual ambulance review by Office of Emergency Medical Services, the Department received high marks for its system. (continued on next page) TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 55 T 0 W M G 0 V Ilk':IIR ' IIIA Ilk':III' T FIRE AND RESCUE (continued) Emergency Management Personnel • The Fire Chief serves as the Town's Emergency Management • Chief John A.Wilson retired in January 2019 after 34 years Director. Any man made or natural dis-aster may trigger of service to the Town.Assistant Chief Derek S.Sencabaugh enactment of the Town-wide"Emergency Plan;'where the was promoted to Chief of Department in March. The Town Manager is in overall charge of the event,advised by Department added David Feinberg, Patrick Brown, Ryan the Emergency Management Director. DeCoursey,Jacob Neilson-Phillips,James Melo,Maximilian • Tracking expenses for state and federal reimbursement for Keefe,and Timothy Stahl. incidents is a critical function of Emergency Management. • The Town utilizes"Code Red"as the emergency notification program to contact all Lexington house-holds by phone, cell phone,e-mail,etc.Complete notification takes approx- imately 20 minutes. Residents should be sure that they are enrolled in the"Code Red"emergency system(available on the Town's web site). HUMAN SERVICES Personnel FY18 FY19 c �t Full Time 6 7 Part Time 7 7 ROLE: The Human Services Department serves Lexington i ipkl residents across the lifespan.The Department provides infor- mation and resources, support, and educational programs/ services that are focused on enrichment, socialization, and overall mind/body health. The Human Services Department also assists residents in regards to basic needs,such as hous ing, food, and financial issues. The Department is made of Pictured front row: Lea Gardner-Elkin(Co-chair), Leslie Zales,Gail up four divisions: Senior Services, Veterans Services, Youth Fields(Co-chair). Back row: Elizabeth Borghessani(Liaison-COI &Family Services,and Transportation Services. The Human Doug Lucente(Board of Selectmen Chair), Martha Kurland, Pam Joshi, Services Department partners with other town departments, Melissa Interess(Human Services). Lexington Public Schools, community groups, and agencies to provide programs and services to residents. Services are . Developed Mental Health Task Force in partnership delivered in a professional, confidential, and caring manner with Lexington Public School Departments and other that respects the dignity of all. Municipal Departments in part through grant funding APPOINTED by the Town Manager: Melissa Interess, from Community Health Network Area 15 (CRNA-15). Director of Human Services since February,2019. Support for the Task Force was also provided by the Board of Selectmen and School Committee. HIGHLIGHTS: • Collaborated with Burlington and Bedford on Tri-Town • Kicked off"Lexington for All Ages"initiative in partnership with UMass Boston Gerontology Institute. Conducted a Transit Study,which helped inform priorities and needs for transit services both locally and regionally moving forward. needs assessment that surveyed residents on eight domains focused on gathering input on how to improve livability in • Provided information,referral,and social services to approx- Lexington for all ages. imately 4,960 persons over the age of 60 and 1,510 under age 60.Collaborated with Lexington Public Schools,Health, Police,and Fire on situations in need of additional supports. (continued on next page) 56 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT T 0 W M G 0 V SIE':ITR I T SIE':III' T HUMAN SERVICES (continued) • Supported and/or collaborated with the following • Engagement with the Bedford VA Medical Center remains Boards, Committees, and Groups: Council on Aging a priority for the district in order to provide veterans with Board, the Friends of the Council on Aging, the Human a seamless transition between federal, state, and local re- Services Committee, the Human Rights Committee, sources.The Lexington/Bedford Veterans'Services District the Transportation Advisory Committee, the Lexington has provided several presentations to various departments Emergency Housing Assistance Committee (LEHAC), the at the Medical Center in order to spread awareness of re- Selectmen's Tax Exemption and Abatements Committee, sources available, with a strong emphasis on Chapter 115 the Town Celebrations Committee (including the Martin financial assistance. Luther King, Jr. Day of Service Subcommittee), the Fund For Lexington Board,the School Health Advisory Council, Senior Services and the Transportation Safety Group. • Saw a steady participation rate across all programs. • Celebrated and recognized the contributions of over 100 Programs offered include support groups, drop-in discus- volunteers who work throughout the Human Services sion groups,OWLL classes,special lunches,Economic and Department.These volunteers provided an estimated 9,843 Finance series, and many more focused on physical and hours of service. mental health. Even though the overall participation rates have stayed steady there has been an increase in participa- Veterans Services tion by younger seniors,ages 65-75 as well as participation from Asian seniors,up approximately 25%from prior years. • The Lexington/Bedford Veterans'Services District was creat- 'The number of seniors served for information and referral, ed in 2013,and recertified by Massachusetts Department of SHINE (health insurance counseling), case management, Veterans Services for continued operation for the Towns of programming, and walk-in consultations has remained Lexington and Bedford through June 30, 2021. The mission steady. of Department continues to collaborate with other of the Lexington/Bedford Veterans' Services District is to town departments to address and mitigate the needs of at- support veterans and their families in need of service and to risk seniors in the community. provide information and access to services for which they are eligible under the law.The district is comprised of a full-time • Continued its partnership with Minuteman Senior Director and part-time Veterans Services Officer(VSO). Services to provide nutritious, hot lunches daily through the Community Center's Lex Cafe and/or through home • Over the last year, the Lexington office has continued to delivery of Meals on Wheels. While the number of seniors see a steady flow of local veterans in need of assistance. served in the Lex Cafe increased to 132 participants, total 'There have been over 240 face to face office visits and 900 phone calls and email contacts documented. The services meals delivered were slightly lower at 161 meals compared most commonly sought after were Chapter 115 financial to last year. assistance as well as support with benefits offered through • Hosted again special lunches and Lunch and Lecture pro- the Department of Veterans Affairs, namely benefits such gramming with guest speakers,which also included cultur- as service-connected disabilities, pensions and healthcare al outreach to the Asian and South Asian Indian communi- coordination. ties.In partnership with Minuteman Senior Services Indian lunches are offered once a month to meet the needs of the • Continued partnership with the Lexington Town diverse population. The Senior Services division continued Celebrations Committee and the Bedford Patriotic Holiday Committee to honor the local Veterans during Patriots its creativity in programming, which included a new pro- Day,Memorial Day,Veterans Day,and the annual Veterans' gram on expressive art therapy,an international film series, and increased technolo Breakfast. This included placing over 2300 American Flags gy programs. on the grave of Veterans buried in Lexington cemeteries • Continued to look for ways to utilize technology to enhance in honor of Memorial Day, coordinating and participating programming. The partnership with LexMedia has been in parades and ceremonies for both Memorial Day and strengthened with a plan to offer a quarterly show about Veterans Day,and hosting approximately 200 attendees for specific health topics. The goal is to provide outreach and the annual Lexington Veterans Day Breakfast.Additionally, information to homebound seniors who aren't able to at- the Lexington Veterans Office collaborated with the Town tend programs at the Community Center. Celebrations Committee and the Lexington Veterans (continued on next page) Association to engage Lexington High School Students for Veterans Day.This included an event at LHS where Veterans were invited to speak about their service and take part in a question and answer segment for over 150 students. TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 57 T 0 W M G 0 V Ilk':IIR ' IIIT Ilk':III' T HUMAN SERVICES (continued) • Worked closely with the University of Massachusetts • Contributed monthly educational articles featured in the Gerontology Institute to implement a needs assessment that Parenting Matters columns of the Colonial Times, which was focused on a livable Lexington for all ages. The survey featured local providers and resources. was sent to a random sample of 3000 Lexington residents . In partnership with LexPride and the Cary Memorial over the age of 50, of which over 1000 surveys were re turned. UMass also hosted two community forums,which Library,co-hosted a showing of the Gen. Silent documenta- resulted in over 50 participants.The goal of the community ry and community discussion at Cary Memorial Hall. forums and the survey was to hear from residents in regards Transportation Services to infrastructure, accessibility to programs and services, housing,transportation,and social engagement. • Led Tri-Town Transit Study with Towns of Bedford and Burlington and 3rd party consultant. Project is ongoing Youth and Family Services throughFY20. • Participated in the Student Health Advisory Committee • Conducted Senior Charlie Card events. (SHAC)and the Substance Abuse Task Force.Co-sponsored • Facilitated planning for Bike Walk N' Bus week and a presentation and discussion about vaping and e-cigarettes at Cary Memorial Hall. Collaborated with the Students staffed-related events. Against Destructive Decisions (SADD) club at Lexington • Hosted a variety of Transportation Options Workshops for High School on the mock crash, "Hidden in Plain Sight" groups in the Town. mock teen bedroom, the haunted house, and Parent Academy event at the Lexington Community Center. • Partnered with Citizens for Lexington Conservation to de- velop a series of walks for seniors that allow them to explore • Continued to provide case management and supportive conservation lands without a car by utilizing Lexpress. services to Lexington residents and their families through consultative meetings, counseling,resource referrals,crisis • Continued"Learn Lexpress"info sessions that were started stabilization,and collaboration with the counseling staff at in FY18. Lexington Public Schools. • Brought MBTA Travel Training and an RMV Driving • Assisted individuals and families in need of fuel assis- Decisions workshop to town residents. tance (in partnership with Community Teamwork, Inc.). . Participated in multiple transportation-focused meet- Identified and assisted those residents eligible for Water and ings and forums, including Transportation Safety Group Sewer discounts and other community-based programs meetings, quarterly interdepartmental meetings, and the and resources. Comprehensive Plan transportation forum to better collab- • Provided needs assessments and emergency financial orate on regional and local transportation issues. assistance to families in need. Provided Holiday program . Lexpress ridership increased by 2% over FY18 resulting assistance to over 200 Lexington residents and families. in approximately 88 additional rides each month. 64,332 Provided subsidized Lexpress transportation passes for eli- rides were taken on Lexpress in FY19. Promoted the Ride gible residents of all ages.Assisted residents with accessing Systems app for Lexpress, which provides real-time bus the Lexington Interfaith Food Pantry. arrival information and alert features and provided more • Partnered with the Recreation and Community Programs notifications via Twitter. Department on financial need scholarships for their pro- . Enhanced data collection for Lex-Connect Taxi Voucher grams.Also collaborated on Discovery Day and the End of program. 1,885 rides were taken via Lex-Connect in FY19. the Year Party at the Lexington Community Center. On average, 30 people per month buy Lex-Connect taxi • Hosted a bi-weekly drop-in group for Lexington students at vouchers. the Teen Center in Cary Memorial Library. Facilitated ed- • Offered Uber/Lyft training workshops for seniors in part- ucational discussions and information and referral services nership with trainers from the Lexington at Home group. as needed. These have been a huge success and are now offered a few • Facilitated Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) trainings for times a year. Lexington community members,senior management team • Coordinated with the MBTA to adjust placement of stops members, and Recreation and Community Programs staff. on Mass Ave after the road project completed. Some stops Provided suicide prevention training for approximately 200 were moved and some signage was replaced. staff and community members to date. 58 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT T 0 W M G 0 V Ilk':IIR ' IIIA Ilk':III' °T INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Personnel FY18 FY19 • Completed major upgrades to the Police and Fire safety Full Time 10 10 system. Part Time 0 0 • Completed installation and final testing of cloud based ROLE: To provide stable and secure core town information electronic permitting system(Viewpoint Cloud). technology systems and services to manage and support high • Completed major re-design of the Town's MUNIS Chart of quality, cost-effective IT operations and resources to munic- Accounts(technical program management). ipal departments. • Staffed and onboarded new Desktop Support Technician. APPOINTED BY THE TOWN MANAGER: Tom Case (Chief Information Officer),Dorinda Goodman(Director of • Replaced and upgraded the Town's(Municipal and Schools) Information Technology), Judith Baldasaro (GIS/Database firewalls. Ad-ministrator), David Bordenca (Network Administrator), • Completed a major upgrade to the Town's (Municipal and Timothy Goncalves (Systems and Applications Schools)primary Internet connection. Administrator), Victor Gorospe (Project Manager), Kevin Grocki (Webmaster), Julie Krakauer (Business Analyst / • Participated in the renegotiation of the Town's RCN Project Manager),Kathryn Santos(Webmaster),Christopher contract. Tran(Desktop Support Technician). • Completed and prepared three critical IT policies for launch HIGHLIGHTS: (Acceptable Technology Use,Password policy,Social Media • Priorities during this year emphasized enhanced manage policy). ment of technology related projects, upgrading current • Continued development and enhancement of the Town's systems, improving security systems, developing critical public website. IT policies,and strengthening of support systems,to better • Continued to develop the Town's Intranet (LERN — assess, coordinate, and meet organizational technology Lexington Employee Resource Network). needs. • Provided technical support and systems for the relocation • The Information Technology department supports, of the Fire station to temporary facilities at 173 Bedford maintains and manages townwide business related tech Street. nology. IT maintains the systems, networks, and services supporting all municipal departments. The department supports townwide services including the financial system (MUNIS), time keeping (Novatime), document man- agement (Laserfiche), electronic permitting (Viewpoint Cloud), facilities maintenance and management technol- ogy, emergency management websites and services, and VoIP telephone systems. IT maintains the infrastructure and security of the network and co-manages the townwide area net-work for municipal and school departments. The department manages municipal technology purchases and performs the installations and maintenance of Town IT equipment and services. Information Technology staff also provide support and training for end-users. TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 59 T c W M G c V Ilk':IIR ' IIIA Ilk':III' T LAND USE, HEALTH , AND DEVELOPMENT Building and Zoning • Continued demolition of existing houses and construction of new larger houses on scattered sites. Issued permits to Personnel FY18 FY19 demolish 81 existing houses, and issued 98 permits for the construction of new single-family dwellings.Issued 53 per- mits for roof mounted photovoltaic systems. Part Time 2 2 PERMITS ROLE: To enforce the State Building Code, Uniform State Building Permits Issued 1448 Plumbing and Gas Code, State Mechanical Code, State Fees Collected $2,016,348 Electrical Code,Architectural Access Board Regulations,and Electrical Permits Issued 1306 Lexington Zoning Bylaws. This involves plan review,permit Fees Collected $312,360 issuance,and inspection of all building,electrical,plumbing, gas and mechanical construction in the Town,including new Mechanical Permits Issued 203 Fees Collected $120,900 structures, additions, alterations, and repairs. Responsible for enforcing the State Architectural Access Board regula- Plumbing Permits Issued 938 Fees Collected $64,932 tions involving handicapped accessibility to buildings and issues regarding such requirements. The Sealer of Weights & Gas Permits Issued 782 Measures determines the accuracy of all weights and measur- Fees Collected $28,129 ing devices in commercial and public use within the Town. At the present time the Town contracts this service from the state. APPOINTED by the Town Manager: Jim Kelly (Building Conservation Office and Commissioner), Bruce Dempsey (Assistant Building Conservation Commission Commissioner), Tom Kennedy (Building Inspector), Alix Berube (Inspector of Wires), Duke LaConte (Plumbing/ Personnel FY18 FY19 Gas Inspector), Jennifer Gingras (Zoning Administrator), Full Time 2 2 Les Stucka (Alternate Building Inspector), Joe McElhinney (Alternate Inspector of Wires),Peter Maher and Larry Sweet Part Time 1 1 (Alternate Plumbing/Gas Inspectors). ROLE: To administer and enforce the Massachusetts HIGHLIGHTS: Wetlands Protection Act (M.G.L. Ch. 131, s.40) and the Wetland Protection Code of the Town of Lexington(Chapter • Issued 1448 building permits and collected more than $2 130; formerly Lexington General Bylaw Article XXXII); to million In fees. promote and protect natural resources;to protect watersheds, • Demolished old and began construction of new$4 million waterways, and wetlands; to acquire and manage open land Visitors Center with a schedule to be open for Patriots Day for passive recreation and natural habitat;and to provide cor- 2020.Demolished old Lexington Fire Station at 45 Bedford ridors for wildlife. The Commission's responsibilities include Street to make way for new $14.2 million, 25,828 square performing site visits; holding hearings and meetings with foot state-of-the-art Fire Station Headquarters Building. applicants, abutters, property managers, and committees; issuing permits;managing conservation land; and educating • Began construction of new$10 million, 19,000 square foot the public about conservation land and natural resources. Lexington Children's Place preschool,which was complet ed in September,and started construction of new$53 mil- APPOINTED by the Town Manager with the approval of the lion (estimated), 110,000 square foot Hastings Elementary Selectmen for overlapping 3-year terms:Philip Hamilton(Chair), School with demolition of old school scheduled for summer David Langseth (Vice Chair),Duke Bitsko, Richard Wolk,Alex 2020. Dohan,Kevin Beuttell,and Ruth Ladd.Associate Commissioners: David Williams and Charlie Wyman, Land Acquisition; Susan • Began construction of$28 million four story, Life Science Solomon, Tree Bylaw Committee (all former commissioners). Lab Use building adjacent to new nine story parking garage Staff: Karen Mullins (Conservation Director), Jordan McCarron at 75 Hayden Ave($327,800 permit fee was received). (Conservation Stewardship Program Coordinator),Adam Green (part-time Land Use Ranger),and seasonal interns. (continued on next page) 60 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT T 0 W M G 0 V IIE':IIR I A IIE':III' T LAND USE, HEALTH, AND DEVELOPMENT (continued) HIGHLIGHTS: Project utilizing state Recreational Trails Program Grant • Reviewed and acted on 39 Notices of Intent, of which funds; scenic vista improvements at Daisy Wilson Meadow and West Farm Conservation Areas; invasive plant man- 37 Orders of Conditions were prepared and issued; four agement for black swallow-wort, garlic mustard, Japanese Abbreviated Notices of Resource Area Delineation,of which three Orders of Resource Area Delineation were issued; knotweed, and Asiatic bittersweet at all conservation areas; long-term invasive plant management and habitat res- 37 Requests for Determinations, of which 36 Negative toration program at Cataldo Reservation under the lead Determinations of Applicability with Conditions were issued; of Conservation Steward Holly Samuels; management of four Amendments to Orders of Conditions were heard and apple orchard at Cotton Farm. Administered community issued,nine Extensions to Order of Conditions were issued, gardening program at Idylwilde Conservation Area for 111 25 Certificates of Compliance were reviewed and issued, 23 gardeners. Coordinated volunteer Steward Directors Group insignificant plan changes were reviewed and approved,two to provide leadership for care of conservation land.Managed Emergency Certificates were issued and eight Enforcement one agricultural license and one apiary permit for vegetable Orders/Violations were acted upon. Held 161 public hear- production and bee keeping on conservation land. ings/meetings during 24 regularly scheduled Conservation Commission meetings and performed over 800 on-site in- • Hosted free Spring Celebration at Wright Farm in April spections and monitoring for these and all other on-going 2019; event featured guided nature hikes, community or- projects. ganizations, and live music. Attendees participated in the • Continued to explore and draft proposed amendments to iNaturalist Boston City Nature Challenge to log the biodi- Section 5(5) Buffer Zone Performance Standard Rules for versity at Wright Farm. In addition, developed long-term orchard management plan for the Cotton Farm orchard future public hearing and adoption. under the lead of Conservation Stewards Jeff Howry and Bob • Accepted a generous gift of land at 40 and 42 Ridge Road Hausslein;hosted community orchard care workshop series (Map 61, Lots 57F and 57G) from David E. Burns and at Cotton Farm Conservation Area in collaboration with Family,expanding the Lower Vine Brook Conservation Area expert orchardist Denis Wagner. Produced and distributed by approximately 4.6 acres for public enjoyment and perma- Trail Guide to Lexingtons Conservation Land, 2019 Public nent protection of sensitive vernal pools,wetland areas and Open & Recreation Space Map, and Lexington Alive field associated upland buffer zones. guide,and Conservation Stewards brochure.Provided infor- mation on conservation projects and initiatives to the public • Managed approximately 1,400 acres of conservation land through conservation website,monthly e-Newsletter for the and approximately 60 miles of conservation trails with the Lexington Conservation Stewards distributed to more than help of three seasonal land management staff, apart-time 260 Lexington residents, community e-mail listservs, and Conservation Land Use Ranger, the Department of Public publicity in the Lexington Minuteman and Colonial Times. Works,consultants,and more than 1,000 hours of volunteer help from the Lexington Conservation Stewards; corporate • Supported Greenways Corridor Committee on Conservation volunteer groups, including Thermo Fisher Scientific's Commission prioritized projects for ACROSS Lexington Bedford Office and EDC;local religious organizations; Boy or other related projects on conservation land. Supported Scouts and Girl Scouts; and Lexington and Minuteman eight Eagle Scout projects: a boardwalk at Hayden Woods Technical High School students.Work in FY19 included com- Conservation Area, two compost bins at Idylwilde pletion of the following projects: Site design and permitting Conservation Area, picnic tables at Willard's Woods, trail- for universally accessible parking and trail improvements at head kiosks at Chiesa Farm, Lower Vine Brook, Dunback Cotton Farm by Kyle Zick Landscape Architecture utilizing Meadow,Cataldo Reservation and Paint Mine Conservation FY 18 CPA funding;installation of wayfinding trail signage at Areas. Supported Citizens for Lexington Conservation in Katandin Woods;construction of the Idylwilde Community the preparation and filing of baseline documentation and Garden expansion, which includes 40 new plots; stream conservation restriction paperwork for two recent conser- bank stabilization,grading and enhancements to the parking vation acquisitions at Meagherville and Katandin Woods and trail access at Whipple Hill's Summer Street entrance in Conservation Areas. Continued long-term deer browse partnership with the Engineering Division; construction of monitoring project at Cranberry Hill Conservation Area in new stone ramp trail at Idylwilde Conservation Area. The partnership with Minuteman Technical High School and Conservation Division continued work on the following Harvard Forest;initiated long-term deer browse survey proj- projects: Propagation of rare wildflower species at Joyce ect with Lexington High School in collaboration with the Miller's Meadow in partnership with Zoo New England and Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife. the Massachusetts Natural Heritage and Endangered Species (continued on next page) Program;Phase II of the Hayden Woods Trail Improvements TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 61 T 0 W M G 0 V Ilk':IIR I IIIA Ilk':IIII T LAND USE, HEALTH, AND DEVELOPMENT (continued) 111 01IIIIIII °°°1 °° 014iii IIIII0111 IIII III�III IIII�IIII 1111111 IIII IIIIIIII IIIIIIIII IIII�III III�III IIIIIIIIII IIIIII�III III III�IIIIIII VIII III�III��IIIIII II�III IIII�� .m � ® �� Year(s)Voted/Given Acres Total Cost Fed. Reimb. State Reimb. Net Cost to Town Total Land Acquisition 1375.1 11,414,786 335,406 1,699,031 9,375,349 Cataldo Reservation `74'84" 5.4 6,150 ---- ---- 6,150 Great Meadow Expansion `74'82 1.9 3,857 ---- ---- 3,857 Lillian Road at Munroe Brook `92 1.1 transfer ---- ---- ---- Orchard Crossing `88'89# 8.5 gift ---- ---- ---- Whipple Hill `63'66-7'74'77"'94#'95# 121.0 142,489 47,487 35,020 59,982 Bowman Park Expansion `75 1.2 18,000 ---- 9,000 9,000 Daisy Wilson `78 8.0 75,995 ---- 37,997 37,998 Dunback Meadow `65-6'72'77-8-9'80-1"# 170.5 374,147 87,100 87,050 199,997 Liberty Heights `74" 5.5 9,596 ---- 4,618 4,978 West Farm `66'76'77'85" 12.8 323,000 ---- 12,100 310,900 Brookhaven `89# 3.3 gift ---- ---- ---- Concord Avenue Area `71'79#'94# 30.7 102,890 ---- 49,534 53,356 Hayden Woods 69'77-8'81"'03 79.2 157,598 68,304 38,540 45,754 Juniper Hill `70'72'74# 28.4 120,413 ---- 56,872 63,541 Metropolitan State Hospital `73# 6.2 gift ---- ---- ---- Philbrook Terrace `89# 2.0 gift ---- ---- ---- Waltham Line `77" 12.0 transfer ---- ---- ---- Waltham Street Farms `72'76-7"# 41.5 300,450 ---- 154,225 146,225 Upper Vine Brook-Cotton Farm 11 4.2 3,800,000 500,000 3,300,000 Upper Vine Brook 72'75-6'95"'03" 48.7 121,443 ---- 55,803 65,640 Lower Vine Brook/Pinard Woods68-9'75'78-9'81'85"#'09112.0 2,431,235 42,069 147,200 2,241,966 Munroe Brook Pond `85# 3.1 gift ---- ---- ---- Pheasant Brook Estates I `85'89# 4.6 gift ---- ---- ---- Pheasant Brook Estates 11 `90# 29.7 gift ---- ---- ---- Shaker Glen 73 16.8 85,636 ---- 41,143 44,493 Tower Park Expansion `87 2.3 180,000 ---- ---- 180,000 Chiesa Farm `76'85 23.1 1,592,500 ---- 46,125 1,546,375 Hammer Hill 79 0.9 gift ---- ---- ---- Parker Meadow `76'79'80 17.7 237,000 ---- 60,000 177,000 Willard's Woods Expansion 64'66'67'79"'95"'02# 104.2 116,786 32,906 17,997 65,883 Woodland Bird Sanctuary `89# 7.2 gift ---- ---- ---- Burlington Strip `71'77" 8.6 106,097 ---- ---- 106,097 Paint Mine `75'77" 35.5 8,811 ---- 2,000 6,811 Simonds Brook North `70'76-7'82# 57.7 291,736 38,526 131,600 121,610 Simonds Brook South `68'70'79 20.7 49,028 19,014 12,006 18,008 Turning Mill Pond 77'78'85#'17# 12.6 5,000 ---- ---- 5,000 Turning Mill Road `89# 4.4 gift ---- ---- ---- Hastings Sanctuary 71 1.7 6,000 ---- ---- 6,000 Meagherville/Pine Meadow 66'77"#'95"'09 99.4 70,000 ---- ---- 70,000 (continued on next page) 62 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT T 0 W M G 0 V Ilk':IIR I IIII Ilk':IIII T LAND USE, HEALTH, AND DEVELOPMENT (continued) 1111 p all 1111111 u�u uuuuuu uu u9 1111111 �i IIIII0111 IIII III�III IIII�IIII1111111 IIII Ilullllll IIIIIIIIII IIII�III I�I�II�IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII III�IIIIIII VIII III�IIIIIIIII II�III IIII II� � � ill ,m � ® �� m � � Year(s)Voted/Given Acres Total Cost Fed. Reimb. State Reimb. Net Cost to Town Meagherville Lots `91#'93#'94# 0.5 gift ---- ---- ---- Poor Farm `83" 10.7 transfer ---- ---- ---- Valley Road `82" 3.2 transfer ---- ---- ---- 128 Greenbelt `78" 11.7 transfer ---- ---- ---- Bates Road `91" 9.3 transfer ---- ---- ---- Cranberry Hill 77 24.6 73,929 ---- 15,201 58,728 Fiske Hill `78'84" 10.2 transfer ---- ---- ---- Idylwilde 75 9.4 200,000 ---- 100,000 100,000 Katandin Woods 77'80'89#'09 37.5 255,000 ---- 85,000 170,000 Tophet Swamp `81" 25.5 transfer ---- ---- ---- Sutherland Woods `95" 24.9 transfer ---- ---- ---- Brown Homestead `95" 6.0 trade ---- ---- ---- Joyce Miller's Meadow(n/f Augusta Land) `96 8.0 150,000 ---- ---- 150,000 Hennessy's Field 99" 10.0 transfer ---- ---- ---- Hartwell Avenue 03# 4.1 gift ---- ---- ---- Myrna Road 03# 0.8 gift ---- ---- ---- North Street 05" 24.4 transfer ---- ---- ---- Wright Farm 13 12.6 2,950,000 ---- ---- 2,950,000 AIIlpart Town-owned transfer #AIIlpart gift Another 150 acres are protected by restrictions and easements given to the Town by residents.The largest are: Munroe Brook,65.7 acres; Tophet Swamp/Kiln Brook,34.3 acres; Potter's Pond,15.1 acres; Bertucci's 50 Hill Street, 12.1 acres,and Vine Brook,9 acres.The others are as small as 0.1 acre. Boston Edison Company licenses 26.4 acres. Economic Development APPOINTED by the Town Manager: Melisa Tintocalis (Economic Development Director),Casey Hagerty(Economic Personnel FY18 FY19 Development Coordinator), Katie Johnson (Visitors Center Manager), Ariel Chin (Assistant Visitors Center Manager), Full Time 3 3 and Gerry Marrocco(Liberty Ride Coordinator). Part Time 6 6 Seasonal 20 20 HIGHLIGHTS: ROLE: The Economic Development Office (EDO) works to ' Advanced the Hartwell Ave Zoning Initiative by working improve the local commercial environment,enhance Center With a zoning consultant to develop new land use policies vitality, and support the visitor-based economy. The EDO, intended to encourage redevelopment, create a sense of as a division of the Land Use, Health, and Development place, and increase commercial investment in the Town's Department,works to advance the economic goals outlined largest commercial corridor. by the Board of Selectmen and the Town Manager. The • Initiated a Center Retail Strategy by being awarded a grant EDO works on land use and transportation initiatives to through the Massachusetts Downtown Initiative to conduct create long-term commercial viability as well as supporting an analysis of existing retail conditions and collect input businesses one-on-one as they work through the permitting from users of the Center in order to identify actions to process or other issues. In addition, the EDO supports the keep the Center vibrant today and into the future. In the visitor-based economy through programs and operations upcoming year,staff plans to prioritize and implement the through the Visitors Center, Liberty Ride Trolley Tour, and recommendations. Battle Green Guide program. (continued on next page) TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 63 T 0 W M G 0 V Ilk':IIR ' IIIA Ilk':III' T LAND USE, HEALTH, AND DEVELOPMENT (continued) • Initiated a Tourism Marketing Strategy by securing a HIGHLIGHTS: marketing consultant for the first time to review existing Environmental Health destination marketing efforts, identify new opportunities, and create a marketing roadmap to increase visitorship to • Monitored water quality lab test results at the "Old Lexington which helps to support local businesses. Reservoir" bathing beach weekly and after post-rain events. This testing was done according to state regulation • Moved the Visitors Center contents and its operations (in 105 CMR 445 "Minimum Standards for Bathing Beaches" collaboration with the Town's Facilities Department) to a temporary space in Cary Memorial Building,worked to se in order to measure bacteria levels and ensure safe beach cure a new point of sale system,curated new merchandise, operation. hosted pop-up events, and hired technical experts to help • Staffed four Household Medical Waste collections and eight create audio visual content for the new building. Household Hazardous Waste collections in an effort to help • Worked with Zagster to temporarily relocate the pilot Protect groundwater and the environment and ensure safe Minuteman Bike Share Program station while the Visitors disposal of unwanted medicines and prescription drugs.As Center has been under construction and identified new a result of these programs,hundreds of pounds of hazard- sponsorship opportunities to fund the program in the ous materials and medical waste such as sharps and used syringes were prevented from entering the curbside rubbish future. and garbage collections,and unused or expired medications • Supported two projects to create short-term retail shops in were prevented from being accidentally or intentionally vacant store fronts in the Center.The goal was to transform accessed or misused. vacant storefronts into temporary retail spaces and allow • participated in an integrated mosquito management pro- new entrepreneurs to test out ideas. gram directed at reducing the mammal-biting mosquito • Continued to issue a monthly e-newsletter to share eco- population and reducing the risk of West Nile Virus(WNV) nomic development news in Lexington and promote hap- and Eastern Equine Encephalitis(EEE).Work included the penings around Town. treatment of over 4200 catch basins and 183 acres of prime • Posted regular content on Twitter (@businessLex) to mosquito habitat. In addition,mosquito survey collections were submitted to the Massachusetts Department of Public facilitate engagement and share highlights and relevant Health and tested weekly for WNV and EEE. information. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH PERMITTING AND INSPECTIONS Board of Health Permits Type #Issued* Inspection #of Personnel FY18 FY19 Food 340 Type Inspections* Pools 32 Housing(complaint only) 32 Full Time 2 2 Food inspections(includes Part Time 1 1 Camps 41 routine&complaint) 325 rDNA/biotech 22 Other(includes routine/ ROLE: To protect and promote the health of residents and Animals 19 complaint for camps, pools, those who work in or visit the Town; to develop and imple- Body Art 13 beach,etc.) 79 ment effective health policies,regulations,and programs that Nuisance/other inspections prevent disease and ensure the well-being of the community. Tobacco 15 (complaint only) 97 APPOINTED by the Town Manager: Wendy Heiger-Bernays, Beach 1 Total#inspections 533 PhD (Chair); Burt Perlmutter, MD; Sharon MacKenzie, RN; Ice Rink 1 'FY19(July 1,2018-June 30,2019) David S.Geller,MD;John Jay Flynn.Staff:Kari Sasportas,MSW, Other Permits MPH, RENS/RS (Health Director); Kammy Demello, MPH (e.g.,waste/septage, (Health Agent),and David Neylon,RN,MPH,RENS/RS(Public dumpsters, funeral Health Nurse). directors, etc.) 55 Total# Permits 539 FY19(July 1,2018-June 30,2019) (continued on next page) 64 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT T 0 W M G 0 V Ilk':IIR ' IIIT Ilk':III' T LAND USE, HEALTH, AND DEVELOPMENT (continued) Community Health and COMMUNITY HEALTH AND Emergency Preparedness EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS • Vaccinated more than 2000 individuals for seasonal influ- Communicable #of Age Group #flu vaccines Diseases cases (years) Administered enza at seven separate flu clinics,including partnering with reported in FY19 the Lexington Public Schools for a school-based vaccine ini- 4-5y 22 Babesiosis 1 tiative,the Community Center, the Chinese Bible Church, 6-12y 318 and Avalon Apartment complexes to reach vulnerable and Norovirus 2 13-18y 281 at-risk populations. Campylobacter 9 19-29y 132 • The Lexington Office of Public Health continued to col- Cryptosporidiosis 2 30-39y 152 laborate with Lexington Human Services and Lexington Cyclosporiasis 1 40-49y 336 Public Schools in the multi-year implementation phase of Giardia 2 the Community Health Network Area(CRNA) 15 Mental 50-59y 266 Group A Streptococcus Health and Wellness grant. Public Health staff continue to (invasive) 1 60-69y 221 actively co-lead the Identification and Research Advisory Haemophilus Influenzae 1 70-79y 186 Group with School Health Services staff. 80-89y 94 Hepatitis B 2 • The Lexington Office of Public Health and LPS School Hepatitis C 2 90y+ 22 Health Services successfully applied for a MassachusettsTotal 2030 Department of Public Health (MDPH) Comprehensive Human Granulocytic Anaplasmosis 1 FY19(July 1,2018-June 30,2019) School Health Services grant. The grant enabled an op- portunity to develop a pilot project to increase childhood Influenza 78 immunization rates in Lexington. The pilot project was Legionellosis 2 designed for implementation in the next fiscal year to offer Measles 1 vaccinations to students needing to catch-up on childhood Pertussis 2 immunizations,including but not limited to,students new- ly arrived to the US and without health insurance,and stu- Salmonella 6 dents arriving from other states with less stringent vaccine Tuberculosis(including requirements. latent infection) 36 • Lexington Office of Public Health staff participated as ac- Total confirmed communicable tive members of the Region 4AB Public Health Emergency disease 149 Preparedness (PREP) Coalition and the Metro Regional TY19(July 1,2018-June 30,2019) Preparedness Coalition (MRPC). Grant deliverables in- #of confirmed cases reported in cluded public health preparedness drills and exercises, including an Emergency Dispensing Site (EDS) survey Massachusetts Virtual Epidemiological Network(MAVEN) with state and regional planners. Influenza clinics were used to engage Lexington Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) volunteers and Office of Public Health staff to simulate Planning a response to a biological threat by activating an EDS to vaccinate or distribute medical prophylaxis to the popula- Personnel FY18 FY19 tion as required by the MDPH Office of Preparedness and Emergency Management(OPEM). Full Time 4 4 • Public Health staffparticipated in the Lexington Community ROLE: The Planning Board and Planning Office staff to- Resilience Building Workshop and provided local guidance gether engage in both short- and long-term planning and to the core team for Lexingtons Municipal Vulnerability oversee studies related to land use issues, which inform the Preparedness and Hazard Mitigation planning efforts. The Board, Town staff, and the public on key planning policies. Health Director contributed to national guidance on the Responsibilities include preparation and implementation of health impacts of climate change through appointments the Comprehensive Plan and other current planning initia- on the National Association of County and City Health tives, administration of the subdivision control law, admin- Official's (NACCHO) Climate Change Workgroup, and istration of site plan review,review and evaluation of special the National Environmental Health Association (NEHA) permit applications,planning and preparation of zoning ini- Climate and Health Workgroup. (continued on next page) TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 65 T O 4 G 0 V IIE':IIR I T IIE':III' T LAND USE, HEALTH, AND DEVELOPMENT (continued) tiatives and amendments for Town Meeting, conducting the Sullivan. The Committee and staff met throughout the required public hearing process for citizen rezoning propos- year and worked on regional issues and trends pertaining als,and review and evaluation of unaccepted street adequacy to Housing, Economic Development, Transportation, and determinations. other land use issues. The Planning Office, part of the Land Use, Health, and • World Cafe public outreach events,September 25, Development (LUHD) Department supports the Planning October 23,November 27 Board,the Assistant Town Manager for LUHD,and the Town Manager, among other town departments and committees, • Public meetings,League of Women Voters,October 5 supplying technical analysis for permitting activities, eco- • Stakeholder intervews begun nomic, demographic, and development trends in Lexington • planning Board and CPAC workshops,February 28 and the region.The Planning Office also responds to requests for help and information from citizens and other parties. • The Board worked with the Selectmen and Staff on the APPOINTED by the Town Manager and with approval of Hartwell Avenue Initiative. the Planning Board for the Planning Director: Julie Mercier • The Board continued to meet with proponents of several and David Kucharsky (Planning Directors for portions of projects in their conceptual phase. the year), Carol Kowalski (Assistant Town Manager for Development was name Acting Planning Director for por- ' The Planning Board and the Planning Office represented the tions of the year), Sheila Page (Assistant Planning Director Town in regional planning efforts, including the ongoing succeeding David Kucharsky after his promotion to Planning Metropolitan Area Planning Council(MAPC),Minuteman Director), Molly Belanger (new Planner replacing David Advisory Group on Inter-local Coordination (MAGIC), Fields),and Lori Kaufman(Department Assistant). Battle Road Scenic Byway, and the Boston Metropolitan Elected by Lexington citizens at the Annual Town Elections Planning Organization. for overlapping 3-year terms: Planning Board members 2018 Special Town Meeting Articles Ginna Johnson (Chair) and then Richard Canale (Chair in The following article did not advance after Public Hearing: May), Bob Creech (Vice Chair), Nancy Corcoran-Ronchetti (Clerk)and then Robert Peters(Clerk in March),and Charles • 331 Concord Avenue, proposed Planned Development, Hornig. The Board's Associate Member position, an annual Held Public Hearing,Applicant withdrew appointment made by the Board,is currently held by Michael The following articles were acted upon at the 2018 Special Leon.The Board met more than 30 times in FY19. Town Meetings(STM): HIGHLIGHTS• • 55-56 Watertown Street (Belmont Country Club) Planned • Planning Board continued working with staff and the CPAC Development(PD3)Approved on efforts to update the Town's Comprehensive Plan. • Marijuana Zoning Bylaw,Approved • The Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee (CPAC), • 7 Hartwell Avenue,Refer to Planning Board formed as a Subcommittee of the Planning Board, is 2019 Annual Town Meeting Articles made up of a diverse group of residents representing a variety of Lexington's neighborhoods and/or voting pre- The following articles were acted upon at the 2019 Annual cincts, reflecting a range of age, gender, and ethnicity of Town Meeting: Lexington's population. In addition, certain members • 186 Bedford Street,Refer to Planning Board are Town Meeting members while some possess relevant knowledge/experience in the planning elements or in pub- ' Zoning Bylaw for Limited Site Plan Review,Approved lic engagement methods. The CPAC includes the following Development Administration individuals: Sarah Felton (Co-chair), Ruixi Yuan (Co- chair),Deepak Amenani,Stacey Beutell,Hema Bhatt,Matt Approval Not Required Plan Endorsements Daggett, Marilyn Fenollosa, Camille Goodwin, Carol Sue • 37-39 Peacock Farm Road Hai, Leonard Morse-Fortier, Christian Senna, and Patrick • 8 Diana Lane • 6 Eliot Road • 124 Laconia Street • 609 and 0 Waltham Street • 241 Grove Street • 56 Blossomcrest Road (continued on next page) 66 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT T 0 W M G 0 V IIE':IIR I A IIE':III' °T LAND USE, HEALTH, AND DEVELOPMENT (continued) Conventional Subdivisions HIGHLIGHTS: • 497 Concord Avenue,Applicant withdrew • In FYI 9,TSG received and evaluated more than 62 requests • 15-17 Fairland Street,Preliminary Subdivision Plan approved ranging from improved roadway signage, traffic calming • Rangeway Extension (Map 87 Lot 37) Definitive measures, parking restrictions, and intersection improve- Subdivision,Public hearing opened ments. TSG judiciously made decisions using federal and state standards as guides.Some of the accomplishments are Site Sensitive Development summarized below. • 8 Adams Street,Endorsed with conditions • Worked with Police Department to review traffic issues • 9 Bushnell Drive,No Board action during Hastings construction. Balanced Housing Development • Refined traffic circulation recommendations for the • 15-17 Fairland Street,Endorsed with conditions Diamond Middle School. Public Benefit Development • Reviewed traffic circulation at Harrington Elementary School. • None • Installed the pedestrian activated beacon at the intersection Determination of Adequacy of Bedford and Eldred Streets. of Grade and Construction • Completed crosswalk upgrade and signal equipment sere-24 James Street ing the Munroe Center for the Arts. • 8 Diana Lane • Reviewed Hill Street sidewalk design. • 6 Morris Street • Recommended Stop signs at intersection of Freemont and • 12 Myrna Street Cedar Streets. Site Plan Review • Recommended yield sign on Sherburne Road. • Minuteman Regional High School,Conducted Public Regulatory Support Hearing • Hearing tone at 55 Watertown Street,Approved with ROLE: Regulatory Support provides administrative support to the Building, Health, and Conservation Departments and conditions • Bridges at 56 Watertown Street,Approved with conditions to the Land Use, Health and Development boards and com- missions,including the Zoning Board of Appeals and Historic Special Permit Districts Commission,and coordinates their daily operations. • None The staff, comprised of an Assistant Town Manager, Office Manager, Administrative Assistant and four Department Transportation Safety Group Assistants schedules and coordinates hearings, sets agendas, ROLE: The Transportation Safety Group (TSG) was estab- processes electronic applications and permits, maintains lished in October 2014, when the Board of Selectmen voted files, circulates petitions among town boards and officials, to dissolve the Traffic Safety Advisory Committee (TSAC)' prepares meeting notices, agendas, minutes and certificates and replace it with a Town Manager appointed working of appropriateness, determines and notifies abutters, assists group. The group meets monthly to review and act on in- at flu clinics and hazardous waste collections,communicates quiries or requests relative to traffic, transit, pedestrian, With the public, attends meetings, performs payroll and ac- bicycle, and parking safety. In addition, the group is respon- counts payable functions, makes daily deposits, and files all sible for evaluating new sidewalk and crosswalk requests. final documentation. Residents may submit a transportation safety request at: APPOINTED by the Town Manager: Carol Kowalski www.lexingtonma.gov/transportation-safety-group/pages/ (Assistant Town Manager), Sharon Coffey (Department transportation-safety-requests Assistant), Katie Luczai (Department Assistant), Francis APPOINTED by the Town Manager: TSG consists of Dagle (Department Assistant), Andrea Vinci (Department staff from Planning, Engineering, Police, Schools, and Assistant) and Lorraine Garrett-Welch(Office Manager). Transportation Services as well as liaisons from Safe Routes HIGHLIGHTS: to School, the Commission on Disability, and the Bicycle Advisory Committee. See Building Division, Conservation Commission, Board of Health, Board of Appeals, Historical Commission, and Historic Districts Commission. TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 67 T 4 G 0 V IIE':IIR I A IIE':III' T MINUTEMAN HIGH SCHOOL Grand Opening Of the New Minuteman The new Minuteman High School has been designed to Regional Vocational High School support a robust college and career academy model. The The Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony of the academy model was adopted by staff and administration to new $145 million Minuteman High School building on create smaller "schools within a school" thereby promoting October 4,2019,marked a pivotal and historic moment in the more personalized learning founded upon close relationships school's history,launching the next chapter of state-of-the-art between students and teachers. The Minuteman college and college and career academy-style education for students to career academy model integrates rigorous academics with learn essential skills for school- and work-based environ- relevant technical programming in occupational areas pro- ments for years to come. viding individual economic opportunity. It took a momentous effort over the past several years to ar- The new facility accommodates project-based learning rive where the school is today.Despite the many expected and across disciplines,requiring students to learn how to work on unexpected challenges involved with opening a widely com- a diverse team,solve problems and think critically. These are prehensive career technical high school such as Minuteman, essential 21st-century skills that students practice and apply there were many stakeholders who were unyielding in their in a variety of school-and work-based environments. determination to succeed,including Superintendent-Director As an accredited member of the New England Association Dr.Edward A.Bouquillon and Mr.Ford Spalding,Dover rep- of Schools&Colleges(NEASC),Minuteman inspires all stu- resentative to the Minuteman District School Committee and dents to attain their full potential, accelerate their learning, Chair of the Minuteman School Building Committee, who and become purposeful citizens in the global community. spearheaded the construction project. Minuteman Superintendent Dr.Edward A.Bouquillon Semi- At the forefront of the campaign for a new Minuteman for Finalist for 2019 National Superintendent of the Year years was Dr.Bouquillon,who,like so many others associated Dr. Edward A. Bouquillon, who has been Superintendent- with the school, is jubilant at the outcome - an architectur- Director of Minuteman High School since 2007,was named ally stunning building with every amenity, one that fosters semi-finalist for the 2019 National Superintendent of the Year collaboration, provides a safe and secure environment, and Award by the National Association of School Superintendents will serve as a showplace where exceptional technical and ac- (NASS). ademic learning is offered to Minuteman students for decades The award criteria included encouraging the success of to come. students and staff, creating a safe learning environment, col- "We have all built a school that knows things change;Dr. laborating with family members and people in the communi- Bouquillon said in his remarks to the audience at the cere- ty,acting in an ethical and exemplary manner,and displaying mony."We have built a school that unites the disciplines and leadership. In his nomination, Dr. Bouquillon was lauded promotes our commitment to deep integration of academics for his leadership and accomplishments, and demonstrating and high-quality career and technical education. We have inclusion, an open-minded process of working alongside built a school that lets us dream big and be brave. We have constituencies and stakeholders, innovation, boldness, and a place that gives us all a chance to answer the two critical thoughtful, dynamic leadership. In 2018, Minuteman re- questions we want our students to answer:What do I love to ceived the National Blue Ribbon School Award from the U.S. do,and what do I do well?" Department of Education—one of only three high schools in "For those of you who have been with us since the begin- Massachusetts to do so. ning;Dr.Bouquillon added,"I thank you from the bottom of (continued on next page) my heart." 68 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT T 4 G 0 V IIE':IIR I A IIE':III' T MINUTEMAN HIGH SCHOOL (continued) Minuteman Showing at Minuteman High School Students Participate Battlegreen Run in Lexington in Youth Remodeling Career Day Students and faculty from Minuteman raised about $3,000 A group of about 40 Minuteman students in the Electrical, through their participation in the 24th annual Genesis Plumbing, Carpentry and Metal Fabrication programs at Battlegreen 5K/IOK Run in Lexington on November 3, Minuteman participated in Youth Remodeling Career Day at 2019, which benefitted the Minuteman Parent Association, the Bolton Fairgrounds in Lancaster,Massachusetts.,an event the Minuteman Futures Foundation, and the Pam Briggs which allowed them to learn about careers in the remodel- Memorial Scholarship. Minuteman had 28 runners and ing industry and have mock interviews with experts. The walkers and 23 volunteers, which included Culinary Arts hands-on,practical nature of this endeavor made it especially and Design&Visual Communication students who provided valuable for the students,as did the chance for them to speak food and publicity materials, respectively, for the event. The one-on-one with representatives from prominent companies top three runners were senior Otto Rademacher of Arlington, specializing in all aspects of remodeling. Seventeen other parent Benner Ih,and Minuteman Principal George Clement. schools took part as well. Brian Crossman Named Middle School Teacher of the Year About Minuteman by MassTEC On September 27, 2019, Mr. Brian Crossman re- Minuteman is an award-winning regional career and tech- ceived the Middle School Teacher of the Year Award from nical high school and continuing education institution that the Massachusetts Technology Education/Engineering integrates robust academic and technical learning. As an ac- Collaborative (MassTEC) during that organization's annual credited member of the New England Association of Schools conference at Fitchburg State University. Crossman teaches & Colleges (NEASC), Minuteman challenges all students engineering at R.J. Grey Junior High School in Acton but is to aspire to their full potential, accelerate their learning, employed by Minuteman and is part of Minuteman's Middle and achieve success in the 21st-century global communi- School Outreach Partnership. ty. Located in Lexington in a new state-of-the-art facility, Mr. Crossman attributes his success to a strict regimen Minutemans member towns are Acton, Arlington, Bolton, of preparation, a knack for making the learning process en- Concord,Dover,Lancaster,Lexington,Needham,and Stow. joyable and memorable, and taking the time to understand students' individualized needs when they are encountering difficulties. A key tenet of his philosophy is "make it fun and real."Mr. Crossman said, "I fool them into learning. I'm talking about the fun of discovery.Kids run to my class.That's a big pleasure." TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 69 T 0 W M G 0 V Ilk':IIR ' IIIA Ilk':III' T POLICE 'r f" Personnel FY18 FY19 J % Full Time 21 Police 1 Police 50 50 J / Dispatch 9 9 pud �nN Parking Meter Maintenance 1 1 Civilian 5 5 Part Time o Jlairllfrif Crossing Guards 16 17 %io Parking Lot Attendants 7 9 0 Cadets 5 5 Animal Control I1 APPOINTED by the Town Manager: Mark Corr, Chief of (L-R)Michael Sowle,Aidan Evelyn, Michael Barry and Robert Sweeney Police since 2009. Promotions and Personnel Changes • October 2018, detectives investigated, conducted surveil- lance, and arrested a male who exposed himself to two • July 2018, Michael O'Brien and Joel Devine were hired as women on two different occasions. The investigation Patrol Officers and successfully completed the Randolph re- sulted in a subject from Newbury, MA being arrested and Police Academy on December 20,2018. charged with open and gross lewdness. • October 2018,Michael DeLuca was hired as a Patrol Officer a October 2018,detectives investigated a vandalism that also and successfully completed the Me-thuen Police Academy appeared to be a hate crime. A resident from Lincoln was on April 12,2019. identified as the person who committed the crime and was • September 2018, Officer Mitch Caspe was promoted to subsequently arrested. Major Crimes Detective. • May 2019, officers and detectives responded to a body • December 2018, Officer Chris Collins was promoted to found in a car. The resulting investigation determined that Sergeant. the victim had been murdered.Over the next several days a comprehensive and thorough investigation was conducted • November 2018,Donna Dutton was hired to the position of leading to the arrest of the victims husband. Administrative Assistant after 3 years with the Recreation Department. FYI9 Grant Funding • June 2019, Kalenteres Maracle a resident of Lexington was • The Department was awarded a Support and Incentive hired as the newest Cadet. Grant for$93,780,increased from$77,205 from the previ- ous year. The$16,575 increase was the prorated portion of Noteworthy Investigations $25,000, based on community size, awarded to communi- • July 2018, after a victim reported being stabbed multiple ties that have implemented wireless direct,where cell phone times in the head and arm, Lexington officers and detec- calls go directly to the dispatch center rather than to a re- tives investigated and arrested two residents in their early gional facility. This grant is used to offset staffing costs of 20s and charged both with assault with intent to murder, the 9 1 1 Center.The Department was also awarded$10,000 assault and battery with a dangerous weapon,and conspir- for the Training Grant and EMD/Regulatory Compliance acy to commit a felony. Grant (emergency medical dispatch). This grant is used to offset the cost of staff attending required annual training • September 2018, after several incidents of money missing and fees for these trainings. from an office at a local school,detectives set up video sur- veillance that captured an employee stealing the money.He • The Department was awarded a $12,000 grant from the was subsequently arrested and charged with larceny from a Executive Office of Public Safety and Security, Office of building. Grants and Research, Highway Safety Division. This is a federal grant provided to eligible municipal police depart- ments within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts used 70 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT (continued on next page) T 0 W M G 0 V Ilk':IIR ' IIIA Ilk':III' T POLICE (continued) for high-visibility traffic enforcement and traffic safety vehicles, each having twelve (12) outstanding tickets for a equipment. The grant provides funding to participate in total of$925.00.At this time no one is on the tow and hold four traffic enforcement campaign periods in the fiscal year. list,thus proving this program to be successful. The mobilizations focus on traffic enforcement of motor vehicle laws,including but not limited to,impaired and dis- ' The Department continues to work closely with Tecton tracted driving,speeding,aggressive driving,and occupant Architects to design a new police station. The feasibility study with Weston and Sampson to relocate and enlarge the protection. police firing range at the Hartwell Avenue composting site Programs and Initiatives/Goals and Objectives was also completed. Both programs are scheduled for 2020 • The Department's Facebook© 2019 page, Lexington MA. Annual Town Meeting approval. Police Department,has over 1896 likes and 2125 followers, and continues to grow with timely information added daily Complaints and Calls for Service(most common) or weekly. Motor Vehicle Crashes 1021 • The Department's©2019 Twitter account,@LexingtonPolice, Animal Control 272 has 2,999 followers. Alarms Residential/Commercial 1205 • The Explorer Program currently has 32 active young men B&E: mv,trailer,truck 25 and women. The program continues to grow and expand Burglary/B&E(Includes attempts) 23 as more youth become interested in law enforcement Fire Department Assists 2340 operations. The program is overseen by the Boy Scouts of All Assists 332 America,and Explorers meet monthly to learn about police Missing Person(s) 9 service and criminal justice. General Disturbance/Disputes 144 • The Department hosted the Youth Academy for a 5th year. Domestic Disputes 82 The Youth Academy had two successful summer sessions Building/Person Check 2581 and a February vacation program to expose students to a Suspicious Activity 117 broad overview of policing. These programs are free and Park Lock and Walk/Directed Patrols 312 include field trips to the court, correctional facilities, Park Total Calls for Service 13,092 Services,and other sites. Motor Vehicle Citations Issued • The Department continues to be committed to the Child Warnings 1703 Passenger Safety Program with three fully trained officers. Together they installed 60 child safety seats through sched— uled appointments and assisted with several checkpoints in Criminal Complaints 479 neighboring communities. Arrests 15 • Currently, there are five Police Cadets and one vacancy. Total Citations 3,943 Two positions are reserved for candidates who are fluent High Accident Locations(10 or more accidents) in other languages,with a focus on Mandarin, Hindi, and Bedford Street @ Harrington Road 16 Korean.One of the two female cadets speaks Mandarin and Fines Generated by Traffic Enforcement the second speaks Farsi. Civil Motor Vehicle Fines Collected (FY19) $121,308 • The crime prevention initiative continues to grow.Community Parking Violations(tickets) Issued $4,064 Resource Detective Evelyn gave several talks at businesses and Meter Revenue Collected $423,658 community events.Plans are in progress to give monthly talks Parking Fines Collected $60,555 for elderly residents at the community center. Prosecution Summary • The Town's new parking meters and parking sticker pro- Arrest without warrant 77 gram are fully operational,with 250 Pre-Paid Stickers and Arrest warrant only 21 460 Pay-As-You-Go Stickers being sold at this time. The Criminal Summons/Hearings 237 objectives of the pro-gram are to encourage voluntary Non-Criminal Marijuana Issued— 0 compliance with parking regulations by allowing center business employees to park for less money,and to improve By Law Violation 0 the availability of meters for customers and visitors.During Protective Custody— 8 FY19,two individuals had the Denver boot applied to their "Not prosecuted/non-criminal TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 71 T 0 W M G 0 V IIE':IIR I T IIE':III' T PUBLIC FACILITIES Personnel FY18 FY19 completed five LED lighting retrofit projects in municipal Full Time 84 84 and school buildings.The estimated annual savings in elec- tricity as a result of these projects is 196,479 kWh annually. Part Time 1 1 • DPF continues to coordinate the Rental Program for com- munity use of the Town and school buildings including ROLE: The Department of Public Facilities (DPF) is re- Battin Hall.The Rental Program supports the community's sponsible for the coordination and care of all Town-owned recreation,educational,entertainment,and cultural events. buildings inclusive of those under the control of the Board of Selectmen, Town Manager, Library Trustees, and School DPF Operations Committee. The Department is charged with managing the HIGHLIGHTS: efficient operation and maintenance of Town buildings, preserving building and equipment assets, and planning and The Department of Public Facilities operations division implementing capital improvements. These objectives are continues to clean, maintain, service, and repair the accomplished by establishing appropriate services in support building infrastructure and equipment in both school and of building users, implementing preventive maintenance municipal buildings. The Operations group has continued programs that result in reliable facility operation, and man- to implement preventive maintenance programs to reduce aging a 5-year facility capital plan through collaboration with emergency and reactive work orders. Reactive work orders the Permanent Building Committee (PBC) and other Town continue to decrease due to the preventive maintenance committees. program. DPF Administration • As the buildings continue to grow from additions and new construction,the need for maintenance,service,and repair HIGHLIGHTS: grows in a corresponding manner. • The Growth and Development Program continues to im- • In FY19,4,388 work orders were completed,once again up prove communication among Department employees and from the previous year. The increasing volume of work or- develop strategies to strengthen workplace relationships ders is driven by two factors: additional building stock and and teamwork. The feedback that was received from all staff capability. The added square footage from new reno- employees through focus groups uncovered opportunities vations and new construction projects requires additional for improvement and led to recommendations for em- maintenance service and repair. The Operations Division ployee training. Manny Cabral and Christopher Bouchard continues to increase its capacity to self-perform service facilitated training for DPF employees to receive OSHA-10 and repairs utilizing in-house technicians. The volume of certification. Manny Cabral guided an employee coverage work orders completed by in-house staff has increased as plan that would allow for high quality custodial service to staff continue to grow their capabilities to complete compli- be provided even during long-term employee absences. cated work through training and experience. The maintenance group explored better ways to procure . Tasks previously completed by outside vendors can now be materials,allocate work orders,and provide easier access to completed by DPF technicians,resulting in cost savings on project information. labor and material. These savings are not only realized by • Shawn Newell and Chris Bouchard continued as a members the Department of Public Facilities,but also by Recreation, of the Solar RFP Task Force with members Dan Voss and Information Technology, and Public Works departments. Mark Sandeen to support Net Zero building construction. This is one example of Public Facilities mission to be a co- Shawn has also overseen roof top solar production for FY 19, operative partner to all Town departments. which has allowed for an annual offset in utility expenses of . In addition to day-to-day building maintenance and repair, $140,000. the Operations Division oversees various building related • The Town was once again awarded a competitive grant projects. through the Massachusetts Department of Energy (continued on next page) Resources Green Communities Division to implement en- ergy conservation projects.With the funds from the grant, along with utility incentives, the Town of Lexington has 72 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT T 0 W M G 0 V IIE':IIR I A IIE':III' T PUBLIC FACILITIES (continued) Security Space-mining/Renovations • Electronic door access controls were implemented as the • In the continual efforts to best utilize space at Lexington final phase of security improvements that resulted from the High School, space-mining renovations were completed Security Evaluation at Lexington High School (LHS). The over the summer of 2018. As student enrollment has in- work was completed during the summer of 2018 and was creased, there is a need for additional counseling staff. operational for the start of the 2018-2019 school year. This project included transforming underutilized space into three offices where students can meet privately with • Closed circuit television (CCTV) camera upgrades were counselors. The project also included the addition of a completed at the Bridge, Bowman, Fiske, and Harrington multi-purpose space that can be used for a wide range of Elementary Schools. activities including college visits, career development, and School Site work small group meetings. • The Facilities Department continues to maintain and repair Capital Painting the school parking lots and sidewalks. In FY19 large sec- • The painting program continued in FY19 and consisted of tions of deteriorating concrete sidewalks were demolished painting classrooms, offices, hallways, and other common and replaced at the Fiske Elementary School. Similar work spaces in both school and municipal buildings. was completed at the Harrington Elementary school,which included the upgrading and addition of handicap ramps. Capital Flooring Additionally,the parking lots and access roads at Harrington . Under the capital flooring program, the Clarke Library were repaved and new line-striping was completed. carpet and areas of the Cary Memorial Library carpet were • The school parking lot line striping program continued replaced.Additionally,flooring work was completed in the in FY19, which included repainting all elementary and Lexington Public Schools Central Administration Building. middle school parking lots and access roads. This program Building Envelope re-establishes traffic patterns and parking spaces for safe operation of our schools. • Building envelope repairs and improvements were com- pleted at the Harrington Elementary School in FY19.Work Playgrounds was completed in two phases. Phase one included roof • Harrington playground improvements were completed in repairs above the main entrance and facade. Additionally, FY19. This included the addition of pour-in-place surfac- broken and cracked brick were replaced,and brick was re- ing and enhancements for American with Disabilities Act pointed and sealed. In phase two,brick and concrete block (ADA)compliance. was replaced, repointed, and sealed throughout the entire building. • A larger project was conducted at the Bowman Elementary School utilizing Community Preservation Act (CPA) Mechanical and Electrical System Upgrades funds. The entire playground was replaced, including the . As part of the mechanical and electrical system upgrade play structures. New pour-in-place surfacing was installed program,the chiller was replaced at Cary Memorial Library. allowing the entire playground to be ADA compliant. The new chiller replaced the existing chiller that was at the end of its life cycle. The new chiller provides more reliable cooling to the building. Audio/Visual • High-definition broadcasting upgrades were completed in the Selectman's Meeting Room at the Town Office Building. Broadcasts of committee meetings can now be made in high-definition as a result of the upgrade. The project was completed by Vincent Lerow, the Town Audio/Visual Technician. (continued on next page) TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 73 T 0 W M G 0 V IIE':IIR I T IIE':III' T PUBLIC FACILITIES (continued) DPF Project Management • Design and engineering was completed for the LHS HIGHLIGHTS• Guidance/Counseling Suite Renovations. Construction is to be completed in the summer of 2018. • The Facilities team continues to support the Maria Hastings • The capital flooring program funded the replacement of Elementary School Construction project. Walsh Brothers Construction Managers continue the construction process, the Lexington High School guidance areas, Clarke Middle in conjunction with Dore&Whittier Project Managers and School classrooms, and Cary Memorial Library. These DiNisco Design Architects. Over the past year,geothermal improvements will foster a better environment for learning wells have been drilled, and the building construction and recreational activity. progresses toward being fully enclosed with a projected • DPF has completed a total renovation of the Harrington February 2020 occupancy. parking lot as well as sidewalk repairs. The repaving of the • A ground breaking ceremony was held on June 13, 2018 lots has added safety components for the Safe Routes to and a steel topping off ceremony was held on December Schools initiative. 12, 2018. At the 2018 Annual Town Meeting, Article 14, • DPF just completed the exterior restoration of the to fund appropriate design, engineering, and architectural Harrington School with Building Envelope funds. The services through construction documents,was approved in restoration included removing 25% of the main entrance the amount of$1,862,622 for the new Police Headquarters exterior brick and fascia blocks, caulking and weather tap- project to be located at its current site.The early design and ing front entrance skylights, and removal of miscellaneous schematic design of the project has incorporated the updat- cracked blocks along with poor mortar joints throughout ed Sustainable Design Policy and continues to develop.The the complex.The restoration was finished by power washing temporary Fire and Rescue Headquarters at 173 Bedford and spray coating the entire exterior with a water repellent Street was completed in September of 2018 and Fire sealer. Department personnel moved into the new building and made it operational on October 4, 2018.Construction be- ' The Department has managed the design and engineering gan on the new Fire and Rescue Headquarters at 45 Bedford for various projects including the LHS door access controls Street in November of 2018 with a process to abate and de- upgrade, the LHS space mining and science curriculum, molish the existing building.A ground breaking ceremony and the LHS nurse's office. DPF will continues to support was held on January 4,2019 to officially begin construction. the new Visitor Center. After several meetings with all Construction has continued by G&R Construction and stakeholders and during a 2018 Annual Town Meeting, Tecton Architects. Completion is expected in the spring of Article 22 was accepted with a projected total project cost 2020. of$5,100,000. The construction project was put out to bid, and the successful bidder was L.D. Russo,whose bid came • The Lexington Children's Place project had two major in at$4,056,098.The contractor broke ground in late spring phases, the demolition of the former school building and and is estimated to complete the project by March 15,2020. site preparation which ran from April 2018 to September of 2018, and the construction of the new school by CTA Construction which began with a ground breaking ceremo- ny on September 28,2018.This project had a tight schedule targeting completion in August of 2019 to be ready for the new school year.The school did open on time,while punch list completion and landscaping have continued. • Over the summer of 2017, the LHS Nurse's (Health) Suite was renovated utilizing capital funds appropriated at the 2017 Annual Town Meeting. The renovation created an additional examination room, records storage room, and increased the size of the rest area. The renovation also included the replacement of a heating and ventilation unit that served the girl's locker room with a new energy effi- cient energy recovery ventilation unit. 74 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT T 0 W M G 0 V Ilk':IIR ' IIIT Ilk':III' T PUBLIC WORKS Personnel FY18 FY19 park and recreation professional certifications and partic- Full Time 71 72 ipates on various boards and committees regionally and nationally. The Department continues to host DPW Day Part Time 6 6 in May and participates in the Annual Citizens' Academy. Seasonal 7 7 Both DPW Director and Manager of Operations attained a Public Works Professional Management & Supervisor DPW Administration Certification, respectively. (CPWP-M & CPWP-S) issued to individuals in the public works field who have the Personnel FY18 FY19 knowledge and experience to manage organizations within Full Time 6 6 a public works department. Part Time 1 1 • The Manager of Operations sits on the Regional Cache Committee for the Northeast Homeland Security Regional Advisory Council (NERAL) which developed the re- ROLE: To manage personnel monitor all divisions within gional cache program in 2007 to provide communities DPW, monitor the annual budget; provide outreach to the with critical emergency resources that are too expensive community; supervise numerous projects; competitively bid to procure for individual municipalities, but necessary to contracts for public works services,including disposal of solid keep their citizens safe. Lexington is part of the 85 north- waste,recycling,and special collections for state-banned haz- east Massachusetts communities of NERAC and the three ardous products;and manage the Hartwell Avenue Compost Regional Cache Sites are located in Beverly, Framingham, Facility(HACF),snow plowing,and street lighting. and Lexington. APPOINTED by the Town Manager: David Pinsonneault • Provided management and administrative support for the CSFM,CPRP(Director)appointed in March 2016. regional Household Hazardous Products (HHP) facility, HIGHLIGHTS: including maintenance of the facility,accounting,and anal- ysis of statistics for the eight member towns. • Lexington Department of Public Works was the 90th agen cy in the country to be accredited by the American Public • Public Works staff worked to assist residents and the public. Works Association(APWA).Currently,there are more than The DPW receives many calls,emails,and walk-in requests 190 agencies that are accredited. To maintain this status, for public records,service and emergencies. reaccreditation takes place every four years and staff works . Provided support to various town committees, including throughout the year updating policies. the Center, Tree, Energy, Electric Utility Ad Hoc, Water/ • The Director is an active member of the New England Sewer Abatement Board, Permanent Building, Recreation, Chapter of Public Works and the New England Sports Noise Advisory Committee, Sidewalk, Transportation Turf Managers Association. Also,he holds sports field and Safety Group,CEC,BOS,Minuteman HHP committees. (continued on next page) v i I � II I " � r n Public Works Employees TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 75 T O W M G 0 V Ilk':IIR ' IIIT Ilk':III' T PUBLIC WORKS (continued) Engineering Division • Oversaw the work of MassDOT for the East Mass Ave road- way improvements from Marrett Road through Pleasant Personnel FY18 FY19 Street. Full Time 8 8 • Continued the Inflow and Infiltration investigation and Part Time 1 1 removal program. • Kept assessors and utility overlay maps updated. ROLE: To provide design, construction, and management • Continued to design infrastructure improvements and services and capital planning to the DPW,other departments, manage construction projects,including but not limited to boards,committees,and the public. the following highlighted projects: APPOINTED BY the Town Manager: John Livsey (Town Contract 18-75(multi-year contract) $2,500,000 Engineer)appointed in January 2009. Roadway Improvements HIGHLIGHTS: Contractor:Lazaro Paving • Continued water quality sampling in an aggressive effort The 2018 work of this project was substantially completed in to identify illicit discharges and remove them from the November and included approximately 3.6 miles of roadway system. Illicit discharges have been detected and removed repaving and reconstruction. This project included Tidd Cir, including the most recent removals on Munroe Road and N. Emerson Rd, Mead Cir, Diamond Rd, White Terr, Angie Massachusetts Avenue. This is part of an overall goal to Rd, Suzanne Rd, Westwood Rd, Millbrook Rd, Homestead improve water quality in Lexington. The University of St, Bellflower St, Emerald St, Balfour St, Gerard Terr, and Massachusetts at Lowell civil engineering students (the Greenwood St. "Stream Team")volunteered with the Engineering Division and made significant contributions to the water quality Contract 19-03 $1,400,000 improvement.There has been increases in the water quality Lexington Preservation Treatments of Various Roads and quantity program with the addition of interns for the Contractor:Sealcoating Inc. of Braintree MA summer of 2018 that continued through 2019. They have This was a new contract that was put out for bid.Five different significantly increased the efforts of the stormwater pro- treatments were applied this year to the roads depending on gram with mapping,sampling, and data management. The the condition of the road being treated.Fog seal is a preserva- sampling program has also been improved with additional tion treatment that uses a light application of diluted asphalt testing procedures that can significantly decrease investiga- emulsion to seal the asphalt. It is only applied to roads with tion time and quickly identify illicit connection problems. little to no distress and acts to slow the road degradation. It • Continued the implementation of the roadway manage- can add up to three years of life to a road.It was applied to 12 ment program, including updated roadway condition roads covering a total of 3.2 miles of roadway this year. The inspections, managed in an asset management software second treatment used this year was a microsurface treatment. called PeopleGIS. This allows for tablet based online street Microsurface is a mixture of aggregate, latex, asphalt emul- inventory and inspection forms, which are being used in sion,water, and cement. It is used on roads that are showing inspection of roadway conditions.Street inspection reports up to moderate distresses. It provides a new wearing surface are reflected immediately and are being used in real-time and seals and protects the existing asphalt. Before applying for decision-making. this treatment patching is done to restore any areas of asphalt that are failing.It can add up to seven years of life to a road.It • The Division has continued to play a keyrole in the improve- was applied to 27 roads totaling 8.7 miles.Another treatment ments to the Town's Geographical Information System. used was a cape seal.A cape seal actually consists of two treat- Similarly, the Division is using PeopleGIS's PeopleForms ments, a chip seal and a microsurface. It consists of a thick and MapsOnline website for other asset management in- layer of asphalt emulsion embedding small uniform stones cluding water,sewer and stormwater.MapsOnline provides covered over with a denser microsurface layer. It is used on an online platform for the town's database management and roads that show moderate distresses and provides a sealed, plays a key role in an improved Geographical Information waterproof surface that can fill cracks,restore skid resistance, System. and prevent further raveling.Patching is also done before this • Performed traffic signal installations and improvements in treatment to correct any areas with severe distresses.It can up various locations. to nine years of life.It was used on two roads totaling 1.1 miles. A new treatment this year was Cold-In-Place Recycling.This (continued on next page) 76 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT T O W M G 0 V IIE':IIR I A IIE':III' T PUBLIC WORKS (continued) treatment mills the existing roadway and mixes it with new Contract 19-04$250,000 asphalt emulsion and then places it back down again in one Whipple Hill Stream and Trail Improvements process.It recycles the existing roadway and can add up to 14 years of life to a road. This treatment was used on two roads Contractor:SumCo ECO-Contracting LLC of Peabody,MA totaling 0.75 miles. The last item on this contract was crack This contract was for removal of an old deteriorated culvert sealing which is used on all roads getting the previous treat- and replacement of a wooden footbridge on a Conservation ments as well as a number of other roads to prevent further trail. The activities involve restoring the banks of the brook, asphalt deterioration by applying a hot rubberized polymer to installing a new 36-inch diameter pipe crossing with trail seal the cracks. It can add up to two years of life to a road. It and emergency access above in the footprint of the existing was applied to 50 roads totaling 15 miles. footbridge to improve flows without impacting downstream flooding. It also included a `rock sandwich' installation on a Contract 19-58 $1,900,000 section of trail that was experiencing erosion. Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation and III Removal Contract 18-90 $386,000 Contractor:National Water Main Cleaning Company Old Res Dam Improvements This sanitary sewer rehab project focused on Sewer Basins 02 and 12. This project was completed in September 2019 Contractor:Onyx and included the following: Four excavation repairs, heavy The rehabilitation of the Old Res dam was completed in the cleaning &TV inspection of as much as 8,500 l.f. of sewer; fall of 2018 with the final punch list completed in the spring cleaning &inspection of 11,743 if of sewer, testing of 2,139 of 2019. The work included clearing the trees from the up- joints & sealing of 341 joints; cementitious lining of 1,902 stream and downstream slopes of the dam, rebuilding and v.f. of manholes; grouting and patching of 32 manholes; stabilizing the dam face, improvement the outlet, enhancing installing 12 manhole frames & covers; installing 141 l.f. of the downstream toe to prevent soil migration and improving cured-in-place short liners;installing 14,0721.f.of manhole to the walking path across the dam. manhole cured-in-place pipe;installing 25 lateral liners; and Contract 19-21 $400,000 inspection,testing and sealing of 27 service connections. Bedford Midblock and MCA Pedestrian Improvement Contract 19-67 $1,100,000 Contractor:J. Tropeano Inc. Pelham and Elliot Road sewer replacement Pedestrian improvement project included concrete and HMA Contractor: Ventresca,Inc. sidewalk,handicap ramp and crossing improvements,instal- The replacement of the sewer line on Pelham Road and Elliot lation of HAWK and RRFB pedestrian crossing signals, and Road began and anticipated completion is the fall 2019. The other improvements at Bedford St crossing near Eldred St, purpose is to eliminate historical clogging problems and and on Mass Ave adjacent to the Munroe Center for the Arts. eliminate from the towns regular flushing list and to ensure Work began in spring of 2019 and was anticipated completed a gravity sewer connection to the new Lexington Children's the summer of 2019. Place building. Contract 19-37 $120,000 Contract 19-68 $1,000,000 Pavement Markings Marshall and Constitution Road Wastewater pumping station Contractor:Markings,Inc. improvements Pavement markings contractor to maintain existing line Contractor:Defelice striping and remark newly paved roadways. Contract also The replacement of the Constitution and Marshall Road includes installing bicycle accommodations such as sharrows, pump stations are under construction and expected to be bike lanes,and remarking the Minuteman Bikeway. completed in the late fall of 2019. This includes a full replace- Culverts and Storm Drainage ment including wetwell,pumps,controls,and the addition of an emergency generator. Phase I Valleyfield plans have been completed and construc- tion is expected to commence in the spring of 2020. There is Contract 19-69 $ $1,500,000 the need for some easements to complete the work which may Water Distribution Improvements further impact the schedule. Other areas under evaluation Contractor: Five Oaks and design include the Oxbow/ Constitution neighborhood Replacement of 2,700 linear feet of water main in Hartwell which may go to construction in spring 2020. Avenue is under construction in 2019 with completion ex- (continued on next page) pected in the fall of 2019. TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 77 T 4 G 0 V IIE':IIR I T IIE':III' T PUBLIC WORKS (continued) Massachusetts Avenue at Worthen Road Design municipal curbside materials. Oversee the provision of com- Proposed Traffic Signal and Intersection Improvements posting-related services completed by private contractors; administer the contractor permit program for yard waste Contractor:Howard Stein Hudson and brush; and develop and implement marketing program Completed the design and environmental permitting effort regarding the sale of various compost/loam products. for the replacement of the traffic signal at the Massachusetts Avenue at Worthen Road intersection. The design includes APPOINTED by the Town Manager: Robert Beaudoin improvements to pedestrian accessibility, bicycle accommo- (Superintendent)appointed in September 2001. dations,stormwater treatment,and geometric improvements HIGHLIGHTS: that will increase the safety of all users. The project will be bid in fall 2019 with construction beginning in the spring of • In FY19 E.L. Harvey and Sons began a new 5-year, refuse 2020. and recycling collection contract. The contract began July 2018,the new fiscal year. They were awarded this contract Hartwell Avenue Phase 1 Design in April 2018. Proposed Traffic Signal and Bridge Reconstruction . Residents and all town buildings and public schools gener- Contractor:Stantec Consulting Services Inc. ated 8,368 tons of solid waste in FY19 at the Wheelabrator Continued the design effort to replace the bridge carrying Technologies Inc.(WTI)Waste-to-Energy Facility in North Hartwell Avenue over Kiln Brook and install a traffic signal Andover.Trash generation increased slightly in FY19 com- system at the intersection of Hartwell Ave at Maguire Rd.The pared with FY18, resulting in an increase of 46 tons. The consultant is finalizing the Notice of Intent for filing with the Town is in the final year of 5-year disposal contract with Conservation Commission and will be preparing final design WTI.Tip fees are$69.54 per ton starting July 2019. and contract documents to begin the construction bidding process this winter. • Town of Lexington recycled 3,857 tons of glass,metal,plas- tics,mixed paper,and cardboard through the curbside and Issued 260 Trench permits. drop-off collection programs In FY19. Recycling tonnage decreased by 260 tons compared with 4, 117 tons recycled Issued 145 Driveway permits. In FY18. Issued 112 Water permits Issued 111 Sewer permits. • Collected more than a ton of syringes, needles and other related medical products at four drop-off collections for Issued 9 Drain permits. Lexington residents which were diverted from trash dis- Issued 3 Right of Way obstruction permits. posal.This program is offered primarily through the Health Issued 156 ROW excavation permits. Department with assistance from the Department of Public Works. Environmental Services • Continued the curbside pick-up of TVs, computer moni- tors and other miscellaneous electronics by E.L Harvey and Personnel FY18 FY19 Sons.In FY19,a total of nearly 55,000 pounds of electronic Full Time 4 4 waste were collected from Lexington residents and mu- nicipal departments. Since 2000, Lexington has diverted Part Time 1 1 more than 2.75 million pounds (1,400 tons) of CRTs and electronic waste from trash disposal. ROLE: To manage environmental service programs, in- cluding contracted curbside refuse collection and disposal, • Clean Harbors Environmental Services completed a 3-year curbside recycling collection of mixed paper, plastic, glass collection and disposal services contract for the Minuteman and metal containers,yard waste,appliances,and drop-off of HHP Regional Facility in March 2019. The Town issued a corrugated cardboard.Manage operations of the Minuteman 1-year contract extension to Clean Harbors. The Boards of Household Hazardous Products Regional Facility (MHHP); Health, Public Works Department, and community vol- special collections of medical waste,cathode ray tubes(CRTs) unteers from eight Minuteman communities combine to and other electronics. Manage operations at the Lexington manage eight annual collections at the site. Composting Facility(LCF),including the processing and col- (continued on next page) lection of leaves, yard waste, brush, tree waste, wood chips, and other organic materials from contractors,residents, and 78 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT T 4 G 0 V IIE':IIR I A IIE':III' T PUBLIC WORKS (continued) • Processed approximately 50,000 cubic yards of yard waste- • Highway staff performed line striping of crosswalks and leaves, brush, grass clippings and wood chips delivered to STOP lines,town-wide. the Lexington Compost Facility in 2019.The rich compost ed material continued to be available for residential use, • Maintained traffic control signs and 500 parking me- ed for sale to contractors, and for use in public grounds. In ter posts and footings. FY19 the yard waste permit and punch card programs for • Maintained ten traffic control signals and 11 additional contractors generated$138,492 in revenue.Other revenues flashing signals. generated included the following: Snow Removal Operations • Marketed a variety of loam compost and new products such ROLE: Executes all snowplowing and sanding operations as leaf and bark mulch to local landscape companies,result- with DPW staff and supplementing with private contractors. ing in revenue of nearly$430,000 for the Town's Compost The Town utilizes 36 pieces of Town-owned equipment in- Revolving Fund. cluding eight sanders,and 38 pieces of hired plowing equip- • All compost facility activity in FY19 generated nearly ment with operators. $570,000, in revenue while personal services and opera tional expenses totaled$509,000(not including capital im- provement expenditures). $6.85 million in revenues from . Lexington experienced 37 snow and ice events for a total the sale of loam,compost and yard waste disposal has been accumulation of 54.5 inches during winter 2018-2019.Ten generated to fund personal services,operational and capital storms required full plowing operations by town staff and expenses at the Lexington Compost Facility. hired contractors. 5,778 tons of salt were used to treat the streets,parking lots,and sidewalks during the 37 events. • Staff continued training on using the brine tank and ma- Highway a- Highway Division chines used to pre-treat roadways in advance of storms. The Town also upgraded the brine system with blending Personnel FY18 FY19 capabilities, further enhancing its liquid technology and Full Time 13 13 used about 266,369 gallons of product. The blended brine increases the residual product on the road, reducing the Part Time 1 1 overall quantity of material used. ROLE: The Highway Division maintains the Town's accept Road Machinery Division ed streets (137 miles), sidewalks, drainage infrastructure, brooks, street signs, traffic signs and signals, and manages Personnel FY18 FY19 Snow Removal Operations. Full Time 5 5 APPOINTED by the Town Manager: Erik Gitschier Part Time 1 1 (Superintendent)appointed in November 2016. HIGHLIGHTS• ROLE: Maintain all DPW vehicles in a ready, active status. DPW equipment consists of 160 vehicles ranging from • Placed just under 675 tons of asphalt to maintain roads, sedans, pickups, and dump trucks to off-road construction sidewalks and asphalt curbing. equipment, including backhoes, front-end loaders, lawn • Oversaw contractor who rebuilt over 17,440 linear feet of mowers,and landscaping maintenance equipment. concrete and asphalt sidewalk. HIGHLIGHTS: • Repaired and rebuilt more than 214 vertical feet of catch • Upgraded diagnostic tools and database software, enhanc- basins and drain manholes in the storm drain system. ing repair efficiency. • Oversaw the cleaning of 4,589 catch basins by contractor. • Evaluated and prioritized each vehicle during the ongoing Staff swept 141 road miles using two Town-owned sweepers. preventive maintenance program for the annual replace- Oversaw line striping of roadways in the spring by a ment survey. (continued on next page) contractor. TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 79 T 0 W M G 0 V Ilk':IIR ' IIIA Ilk':III' T PUBLIC WORKS (continued) Public Grounds maintenance program; emptied public space recycling/ The Park, Forestry, and Cemetery Divisions and the Street trash barrels;installed new benches and repaired benches; Light Maintenance Program are consolidated under the su- painted, repaired, installed, and constructed picnic tables, pervision of the Public Grounds Superintendent. and trash receptacles.Maintained the Minuteman Bikeway. Performed the following: trash pickup at designated sites; Park Division mowing; maintained site amenities, drinking fountains, and irrigation systems. Performed maintenance at the Personnel FY18 FY19 Town's basketball and tennis courts; rough-cut mowing at conservation areas and roadsides; limited maintenance on Full Time 15 15 traffic islands in coordination with the Lexington Field and Garden Club.Assisted with special events such as Patriots' Day, parades, and Chamber of Commerce events; assisted ROLE: To maintain and care for more than 600 acres of the Recreation Department with various capital projects; Town,school,and recreation lands.Areas maintained include maintained planting beds and shrubs; assisted with the athletic fields, public grounds, playgrounds, tennis and bas- Teak Bench Program; performed other service requests ketball courts,trails,rights-of-way, bike paths, and pool and from Town departments, boards, commissions, and the reservoir complexes.To assist the Conservation Commission, general public. the Recreation, School and Facilities departments, youth groups and various other committees with special requests, Forestry Division projects and special Town events throughout the year. APPOINTED BY the Town Manager: Christopher Filadoro Personnel FY18 FY19 (Superintendent)was appointed in May 2011 Full Time 5 5 HIGHLIGHTS: Seasonal 2 2 • Performed day-to-day and seasonal maintenance at the pool complex; transported supplies and equipment for ROLE: To care for and preserve all woody plant vegetation departments and user groups;performed seasonal mainte- in parks, along streets, and in all public properties,with the nance at the Old Reservoir and the skateboard park,land- highest priority given to emergencies to provide support to scape improvements and cleanups at various town sites and cemetery operations as needed;to maintain trees and shrub playground inspections; repaired playground deficiencies plantings in parks, playgrounds, cemeteries, traffic islands, and basketball and tennis nets. Install and remove Parklet public right-of-ways,conservation land,recreation land,and on Massachusetts Ave. school property; to maintain 3,569 streetlight bulbs; and to • Maintain infields at baseball and softball fields throughout assist other departments and groups with aerial-lift services. town.This past year,the fields at Center one,two,three and HIGHLIGHTS: four were edged and laser graded.Performed the following activities: roadside mowing; daily ball field maintenance General Tree Care: during the playing seasons; synthetic field maintenance at . Staff responded to more than 390 requests for service and Lincoln Park; drainage improvements on turf areas, and pruned trees at the cemeteries, schools, conservation, site amenity repairs of various playfields;core aerated,over recreation and public grounds areas, and other locations seeded, top dressed,fertilized, and added soil amendment within the public right-of-ways. Removed bittersweet products to help increase turf quality of the athletic fields vine from several park and athletic field areas, cleared per the turf maintenance program; athletic field layout foliage obstructing street-lights, signs, and intersections for school, youth, adult, and recreation programs on an to improve visibility. Cleared downed trees and limbs af- overtime basis; seasonal athletic field line painting during ter storms. Cut back encroaching trees and shrubs along regular hours; constructed and repaired benches, bleach- the Minuteman Bike Path and other Town right-of-ways. ers, back-stops, and fencing. Transported goals and nets Watered trees as resources permitted; treated ten trees for sports activities and user groups. Coordinated the turf for pests and disease control of hemlock wooly adelgid, (continued on next page) 80 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT T 0 W M G 0 V Ilk':IIR ' IIIA Ilk':III' °T PUBLIC WORKS (continued) winter moth, and Emerald Ash Borer;pruned 140 trees to Cemetery Division remove hazards and improve health, structure, shape, and aesthetics. Removed 50 dead, diseased, damaged or other- Personnel FY18 FY19 wise hazardous trees,the majority of which were Elm,Ash, Full Time 4 4 and Maple trees. Ground 50 stumps,added loam to grade, and seeded the sites.Assisted with the planting of 140 new Seasonal 2 2 trees on public land (see Tree Committee report for loca- tions).Initiated the Off Berm Planting Program.Trees were ROLE: To operate and maintain 34 acres of grounds and funded through the Lexington Tree Fund account,private all buildings and equipment for four cemeteries: Westview, funding sources, and the program budget. The trees were Munroe, Robbins, and Colonial. To serve the bereaved in a planted by Town Staff and outside contractors.Assisted the professional manner. Tree Committee with the maintenance of the tree nursery. HIGHLIGHTS: • Treated for bees and wasps,as needed,at various locations. • Prepared and assisted in preparing cemeteries for special • Staff attended further training workshops on identification events including installing flags. Performed spring and fall of the Asian long horned beetle and the Emerald Ash Borer, maintenance. aerial bucket training,and chainsaw safety. • Operated and maintained the irrigation system at Westview Administration: Cemetery. Coordinated with the contractor for turf main- • Provided oversight of the Tree Bylaw, of which 1,411 sites tenance services, including fertilizing and integrated pest have been reviewed since October, 2001. A total of 1,321 management at Westview Cemetery. trees have been approved for removal, and a total of 8,860 • Continued planning for the next phase of the grave marker trees have been replanted or mitigated. Staff attended vari- repair and renovation work at Colonial Cemetery,Munroe ous educational workshops. Cemetery and Robbins Cemetery. The Community • Lexington received the 2019 Tree City USA Award for the Preservation Committee(CPC)funded this project. 30th consecutive year in the program. • Handled 184 interments and cremations in Westview • Assisted with coordination of the Tree Inventory Project. Cemetery, and three disinterments at Westview Cemetery. Dug and backfilled graves, set stones, loamed and seeded Other Projects: graves,removed trash,repaired benches and fences,main- • Inspected and replaced bulbs and sensors on Town-owned tained landscape,signs and buildings. streetlights. • Sold 69 graves at Westview Cemetery,with the revenue split • Installed and removed holiday lighting in the Town cen- between the Town(45%)and the Perpetual Care Trust Fund ter;repaired overhead traffic lights;installed and removed (55%); 110 foundations for flush markers were approved voting banners; assisted with the Arbor Day ceremony; and set.Eleven markers were removed and replaced. provided on-going assistance to the Cemetery and Park • Sold 73 grave boxes and 35 burial vaults (82% of the total Divisions;and assisted other Town departments with aeri- installed). One burial box and five burial vaults were Aur- al-lift services. chased from and installed by outside vendors for an inspec- tion fee. • Revolving Fund expense for burial containers totaled $21,130 while revenue was$45,815. Collected total revenue, including Cemetery Preparation Fees,of$390,841 ($71,453 deposited in the Perpetual Care Trust Fund). (continued on next page) TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 81 T 0 W M G 0 V Ilk':IIR ' IIIA Ilk':III' T PUBLIC WORKS (continued) Street Light Maintenance Program Water/Sewer Divisions ROLE: To proactively maintain a cost-effective lighting sys- tem that enhances public safety along Lexington roadways for Personnel FY18 FY19 vehicles and pedestrians,while considering all characteristics Full Time 14 14 of light-source quality. Part Time 1 1 HIGHLIGHTS: Seasonal 1 1 • Maintained 3,569 streetlights since March, 2000. Forestry ROLE: To serve the needs and concerns of Lexington cus- Division employees inspect and change photo-sensors and tomers, sustain quality drinking water, and provide for the light bulbs.Service calls are scheduled on an overtime basis safe and proper discharge of wastewater by maintaining the as weather permits. Calls are processed in the order they Town's complete water and sewer infrastructure and imple- are received or are prioritized according to safety concerns. menting various service programs. If the repair requires more technical expertise involving APPOINTED by the Town Manager: Ralph Pecora wiring or replacement of fixtures,an electrical contractor is (Superintendent)was appointed in September 2015. dispatched to resolve the problem. The water infrastructure consists of 154 miles of main, two • Received reports of 240 outages, of which Town staff in- water storage tanks with total capacity of 3.1 million gallons, spected 240;Town staff repaired 67 lights and the electrical 1,500 fire hydrants, 3,400 street and hydrant control valves, contractor repaired 173 lights. The response time for Town and approximately 10,500 residential service line control staff inspection and repair of lights is within 10 to 15 days.If valves located on property lines.Four main transmission lines the repair requires electrical work,the contractor response from the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority(MWRA) time could be an additional 10 to 15 days. serve Lexington:a 16-inch main on Summer Street,a 16-inch • Installed energy-efficient compact fluorescent bulbs to re- main on Massachusetts Avenue in East Lexington, a 12-inch place inefficient incandescent bulbs. A total of 1780 have main on Watertown Street, and a 24-inch main on Concord been installed to date. Avenue. The MWRA supplies Lexington with approximately 2 billion gallons of water annually. • The Town entered into a contract with Tanko Lighting to The sewer system has 120 miles of main,34 miles of trunk- develop a proposal for changing the Town's streetlights to line main, and ten pump stations,including the main pump LED lights. station at Route 128 and Bedford Street,and 4,800 manholes. • Continued to repair the energy-efficient induction light the Town also pays the MWRA to treat and dispose of theTown's sewage. fixtures. A contractor installed new ballasts to reduce the division is divided into four sections: Water the number outages. A total of 931 ballasts have been Distribution,Meter Reading and Billing,Sewer Maintenance, changed to date. and Water Sewer Construction. Employees are cross-trained • The energy expended for the new energy-efficient induc- to perform all divisional functions and also participate in tion light fixtures in FY19 was 772,977 KWH,the same as snow removal operations. FY18. Staff continues to research energy efficient lighting. Water Distribution Residents are encouraged to report outages on the dedi cated Streetlight Outage Line at 781-274-8388. Please give The Water Distribution section responds to service calls from name,contact information,address of outage,type of issue, residents, repairs curb and water control boxes, reads and installs water meters,obtain water samples,perform hydrant and pole number. maintenance, update and maintain the water control valve locations, oversees the cross-connection control program, investigate all water billing complaints,marks out services for contractors and utility companies,and assists the Engineering and other DPW divisions. (continued on next page) 82 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT T 4 G 0 V IIE':IIR I A IIE':III' T PUBLIC WORKS (continued) Water is tested weekly for coliform and other bacterial Water Sewer Construction organisms at nine sampling locations for a total of 36 sam- The water Sewer Construction division oversees the replace- ples; all samples for FY2019 tested negative for coliform. ment of hydrants,sewer mains and services,and repairs water Sampling is also done annually at selected locations to test for and sewer system leaks. lead and copper; Lexington passed the last seven test period Employees attended training seminars on water system results for these metals. Because of this, the Department of operations,MWRA procedures for drinking water sampling, Environmental Protection (DEP) dropped the requirement hydrant maintenance, and courses relating to the state cer- that Lexington replace 7% of our "suspected" lead services tification exams. Two employees are state-certified Drinking every year. The department will continue to excavate those Water Facility Operators;one is Grade 4 and the other one is services that are suspected of having a problem,whether due Grade 3. to missing information on the Water Service Card or the time frame in which they were built. HIGHLIGHTS: The Town conducted a comprehensive correlation leak de- . Repaired or replaced 67 fire hydrants as part of an ongoing tection survey on the water distribution system of the Town. program that will continue until all hydrants have been This survey was performed on approximately 154 miles of the evaluated and addressed. distribution system to reduce unaccounted for water by iden- tifying hidden and surfaced leaks. Through this survey, five • A program to assess and upgrade all the sewer pump sta- leaks were discovered thus identifying losses of 70,560 gallons tions began in 2008. All ten sewer pumping stations had per day or 25.754 million gallons per year. an evaluation and capital improvement plan report done by Meter Reading and Billing Wright-Pierce. Assisted the Engineering Division with the road-resurfacing project by providing mark-outs, materi- The Meter Reading and Billing section is responsible for als, and emergency service. Assisted Engineering with the reading water meters and managing the billing system. The Water System Replacement Program. utility manager, under the Finance Director, oversees the billing process and handles problems and complaints about • Responded to emergency water and sewer repairs day and adjustments due to estimated water bills. Since 2005 there night,keeping service interruptions to a minimum. has been an 80% reduction in adjustments. The installation of new electronic read meters has also contributed to more Repair and Replacements accurate billing. Work continues in this area to eliminate estimated reads. Water main breaks repaired 15 Sewer Maintenance Water service leaks repaired 3 The Sewer Maintenance section maintains the sewer system, Hydrants repaired 16 implements the main flushing program, and manages the Hydrants replaced 51 pump station maintenance program to ensure the safe and Service control valves repaired 11 proper discharge of wastewater. Staff also identifies any elec- Street control valves repaired 11 trical problems with relay or pressure switches. Sewer services replaced 4 Sewer services camera televised 28 Sewer main blockages repaired 12 Sewer service blockages repaired 8 Sewer manholes repaired 37 Sewer mains flushed and cleaned (feet) 114,605 Outdoor watering meters(made the change) 135 Water meters(made the change) 141 Water services 10 Sewer services 5 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 83 T 0 W M G 0 V Ilk':IIR ' IIIT Ilk':III' T RECREATION AND COMMUNITY PROGRAMS Personnel FY18 FY19 Programs and Services: Full Time 11.34 11.68 . Offered 1,040 programs to residents Part Time 301 294 . 674 Recreation Division ROLE: To provide seasonal and year-round high quality, affordable programs and services at well-maintained facili • 366 Community Center; ties through a wide variety of passive and active recreation, . 958 programs(92%)ran as scheduled(592 of 674 Recreation wellness, and leisure opportunities that meet the needs of Division for 88%;366 of 423 Community Center for 86%) the community, and to offer access to community programs and resources that promote social, emotional, and cognitive • 50,446 hours permitted on athletic fields well-being and wellness for residents of all ages and abilities. . 21,625 permitted hours on Tennis/Pickleball Courts APPOINTED by the Town Manager:Melissa Battite, CPRP, (Resident — 9,220 Recreation — 1,864 Leagues — 1,028; Director of Recreation and Community Programs. Public Schools and MIAA—9,513). The Department operates as an Enterprise whereby program . 1,515 hours of aquatic operations. and facility fees cover the direct cost of operations. There are four divisions within the department:Recreation,Community • 382 volunteers(7,321.50 volunteer hours) Center, Administrative, and the Pine Meadows Golf Club. Capital Projects Updates: With the addition of the management of the Community Center in 2015,tax levy funds support 3 FTE's of the Center . FY18 CPA Project — Town Pool Renovation (construction who are paid through the Recreation Enterprise Fund. The phase)project completed in May 2019. Department's operating budget may increase or decrease from year to year to meet changes in enrollment and facility • FY18 CPA Project — Park Improvement/Athletic Field use demands. The Director of Recreation and Community Improvement — Irrigation Upgrade Project completed in Programs,through the Recreation Committee,sets fees with September 2019. the approval of the Board of Selectmen. The Department's . FY19 CPA Project—Athletic Facility Lighting--Installation operating budget supports staff who manage and deliver of the new lighting system at the Center #1 baseball field programs and the supplies needed to operate those programs. and Center #2 softball field was completed in May 2019. Revenue generated through the Recreation Enterprise helps The lighting improvements at the Gallagher Tennis Courts, fund capital improvement projects and financially sup- Center Basketball Courts,and Irving H.Mabee Town Pool ports other Town services, including those provided by the Complex are tentatively scheduled to be completed in Department of Public Works to the aquatic facilities, tennis FY21,pending funding approval at the 2020 Annual Town courts,and golf course.In FY19,the Department contributed Meeting. $261,826 to cover the cost of recreation employee benefits and indirect services provided to Recreation and Community • FY19 CPA/Tax Levy Project — Center Track and Field Programs by other Town departments. Construction. The project began in June 2019. Substantial completion is scheduled for November 2019. HIGHLIGHTS . FY19 CPA Project — Old Reservoir Bathhouse Renovation • 190,331 total participants and attendance design and engineering phase was completed in January • Recreation Division: 55,355 2019.Construction is scheduled for Summer 2020. • FY19 Capital Project (Enterprise) — Pine Meadows • 7,411 in school year youth and adult programs and leagues Equipment. A new tees/fringe mower,bunker power rake, • 4,234 in summer programs and leagues and Lely spreader were purchased in August 2018. • 43,710 aquatics facilities attendance (continued on next page) • Community Center Division: 103,775 • 5,380 youth and adult programs and workshops • 98,395 drop-in, meetings, special events, and discussion groups • Pine Meadows Golf Division: 31,201 rounds played 84 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT T 0 W M G 0 V IIE':IIR I T IIE':III' T RECREATION AND COMMUNITY PROGRAMS (continued) Partnerships: New Initiatives and Services Classes,Workshops&Activities: • Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist(CTRS) • LexMedia • Added a part time CTRS to the staff to support and develop • Promotional video highlighting the Community Center year round inclusive and adaptive opportunities. and its amenities • Implemented an intake process for participants requesting • Summer youth video production programs support • Planned and implemented an inclusive summer program • Community Partnerships including staff hiring,all staff training and purchase of sup- LHS SADD Club and Human Services plies and equipment • Annual Haunted House offering tours of the Haunted Programming Mansion,crafts,pumpkin painting,and treats. • Offered Team Verge Winter Indoor Track at the LHS Field • Lexington Rotary,Lexington Police Department,Lexington House in Winter 2019 Fire Department, The Russian School, Human Services, . Offered Boating is Fun program at Spot Pond in Summer and Recreation and Community Programs 2018 • Annual End of the Summer Party at the Community Center . Offered Junior and Adult Golf Clinics at the Pine Meadows attracted more than 200 residents. Activities included a Golf Club in Spring 2019 food truck, DJ,prizes, Police and Fire vehicles,face paint- ers,moon bounces,and an outdoor movie. • Offered Women's Pick-Up Basketball beginning in Spring • Lexington Education Foundation,Yamaha School of Music, 2019. and Pinot'sPalette Grants & Funding: • LEF "Unplug" family event offering a morning of yoga, • Received$38,175 in grant funding,serving 58 families and dancing,music,and arts and crafts 104 individual registrations. • Lexington Police,LPS,and the Bicycle Advisory Committee • Fund for Lexington-$18,000 • Sixth Annual Bike Smart Safety Program • Funded scholarships for swim passes, summer camp and Community Stakeholders out of school time activities. Approximately$11,779 went toward swim passes/swim lessons, approximately $6,595 • Annual Open House attracted more than 200 people from toward summer camps/sports clinics/tennis/Community the community to gather information and resources for Center programs, and the remainder toward school-year summer youth activities, employment and volunteering programming. opportunities. • Dana Home Foundation- $20,175.00 • Job Skill Development and Volunteer Placement Programs • Funded Forever Fit, a cardio and weight training program • Weekly placement for three students from Cotting School that combines group classes with personal training to Lexington residents age 60 and up. This results-proven • Weekly placement for three students from Nashoba program was funded for a third straight year. Learning Group • NFL Flag Football League • Bright Ideas—$3,000 • Funded construction,installation and planting material for • 589 participants;provided 98 footballs as well as a flag belt four raised sensory garden beds at the Community Center. and jersey for each participant. These beds will be enjoyed for their aesthetic value and programming potential. (continued on next page) TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 85 T 0 W M G 0 V IIE':IIR I T IIE':III' T RECREATION AND COMMUNITY PROGRAMS (continued) • NRPA—HealthyAginginParksGrant Pine Meadows Golf Course • Funded training for three instructors to offer a Walk with • Had 382 Golf League participants (in three youth leagues Ease fitness program sponsored by the Arthritis Foundation. and 16 adult leagues) • Recreation Division: Continued to offer a variety of sports • Issued 35 Golf ID cards and non-sports programs and clinics throughout the sum mer and school year for youth and adults. • Purchased and installed new tee signs at each of the nine holes • Experienced ongoing success of Adaptive Basketball, Smart Start Basketball, Youth Basketball Clinics and Miscellaneous In-Town Basketball Leagues, High School Basketball • put the department on Instagram,adding to the social me- League, Summer Basketball League, Ski and Snowboard programs at Nashoba Valley, American Red Cross Swim dia platform, which also includes a department Facebook Lessons, Minuteman Summer Sports Clinics, Moms on Page.The tag for both is @lexrecreation the Mound and Co-Ed Softball Leagues, Youth and Adult • Saw an increase in online registration;9,431 of 28,701 total Tennis Lessons,BUDA Ultimate Frisbee Clinics,Youth and registrations were processed online in FY19, representing Teen Rock Climbing, Adult Badminton, Men's Pick-Up 32% of total transactions and accounting for $959,443 Basketball,and year-round Women's Fitness Boot Camp. (53%)of total$1,779,615 program revenue. • Increased participation in the NFL FLAG Football League, • Provided weekly practice plans through Alpha Sports for 68 Battle Green Tennis League, Pump It Up Basketball, coaches for the in-town youth basketball leagues and clinics Youth and Adult Volleyball, Youth Archery Clinics, Adult Pickleball, and Morning and Evening Drop-In Gym pro- • Facilitated six tournaments: Soccer Resort, Needham grams at the LHS Field House. Soccer Club Memorial Day Tournament,Cradle 4 A Cause, Global Premier Soccer Tournament, 1 Day Boys' Varsity • Launched the first year of the USTA Net Generation tennis Baseball Tournament,and LHS Boys Lacrosse Jamboree: curriculum for youth summer tennis lessons. • Coordinated the use of Clarke Middle School, Diamond • Provided new opportunities during the spring seasonal Middle School, and Lincoln Park fields for seven privately training to include diversity,inclusion and QPR trainings. run camps and clinics:Lexington United Soccer Club,Blue Cheetah Lacrosse Camp, Nike Lacrosse Camp, and Nike Community Center Division: Field Hockey Camp. • Operated 73 hours per week. • The newly formed Administrative Division is streamlining • Offered year-round programs, including adult and 60+ efficiencies for the Department by exploring and imple- wellness activities, a variety of enrichment classes and menting paperless procedures. clinics,family fun activities,school vacation programs,and special events. • Provided popular early release opportunities for middle school students: trips to Kimball Farm, Nashoba Valley Tubing,Boda Borg,and Launch Trampoline. • Offered drop-in activities such as crafts, painting, collage art, needle work, Bingo, discussion groups, billiards, ping pong,and work out equipment • Provided meeting space for boards, committees, civic groups,school meetings,and community forums • Generated$5,475 in fee-based reservations 86 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT T 0 W M G 0 V IIE':IIR I A IIE':III' °T RETIREMENT BOARD ROLE: To oversee, guide, monitor, and enforce the . The Board continued to broaden the system's asset allo- Massachusetts Pension Laws governing the Towns retirement cation and asset strategies. Our portfolio is made up of system;to invest the system's assets prudently for the purpose the following investments: Matthews International Fund, of providing the benefits guaranteed to the public employees which is the largest dedicated Asia-only specialist in the qualifying under the plan. United States; The Loomis Credit Asset Fund, which has ELECTED by the members of the Retirement System: Chair a broad mandate to capture opportunities in numerous Robert W. Cunhds term expires in 2020 and Joseph Foley's credit sectors such as bonds, loans and securitized assets; term ends in 2020. Monroe Capital Senior Secured Direct Loan(unleveraged) and Angelo Gordon Direct Lending Fund III rounds out APPOINTED by the Board of Selectmen: Fred Weiss to a our Fixed Income Assets; The Wellington Trust Company 3-year term ending in 2021. By the Retirement Board: Alan manages two funds:The Opportunistic Fund,which is part Fields to a 3-year term ending in the year 2021.Carol Kosnoff, of our global tactical asset allocation, and the Wellington the Assistant Town Manager for Finance, is the ex-officio Enduring Asset Fund, an infrastructure fund. Our member named by the Board of Selectmen. Domestic Equity Assets funds are the Fidelity Contrafund, HIGHLIGHTS: managed by Fidelity Institutional Retirement Services • The system consists of a combination of 466 retirees, one Company,and Rhumbline Russell 1000 Pooled Index Trust, non-contributory retiree, 774 active and 298 inactive these funds invest in an all-cap equity strategy; Fiduciary members.In 2018,32 town employees retired,28 members Management Fund (FMI), a domestic high-quality equity withdrew, 45 members transferred to another system, 39 fund. Acadian International All Cap Fund rounds out our members transferred In, 147 new members were added; international investments. The remainder of our portfolio (51 new Municipal employees and 96 new School employ- Includes the PRIT Hedge Fund which is our Absolute ees), and 16 retirees died. Currently there are 27 disability Return Asset manager and the PRIT Core Real Estate Fund, retirements. which is a value-added closed-end real estate strategy. This fund will invest a portfolio of primarily office properties in • The Retirement Board can grant a cost of living adjustment a limited set of markets. These two funds are managed by (COLA) up to 3% on the first $14,000 in a year when the the State Pension Reserve Investment Trust. Golub Cap Consumer Price Index is less than 3%.The Board granted a Partners and White Oak Summit Fund are Direct Lending 3%cost of living increase effective July 1,2019. Funds and Kayne Anderson Rudnick Is a Small - Midcap • As fiduciaries, the Board carefully established an asset-al- Equity Fund. Peoples' United Bank handles the Board's location policy using a mixture of stocks,bonds, inter-na- Institutional Custodian Bank. tional funds and cash equivalents.With the assistance of the . The Board engaged the services of Sherman Actuarial Board's investment consultant, Meketa Investment Group, Services to perform an interim actuarial valuation of the the asset-allocation policy is reviewed monthly,and neces- Retirement System in 2019. The full valuation is prepared sary adjustments are made. The success of the investment every two years pursuant to Chapter 32 of the General Laws program will continue to be determined by the extent of of Massachusetts,based on the acceptance of Section 22D. our portfolio diversification among and within asset classes Actuarial assumptions and methods are designed to pro- as well as our skill in hiring and our diligence in monitor- duce stable program costs. The Board adopted a funding ing strong investment managers. The Board is committed schedule which amortizes the unfunded liability before to long-term investment strategies, asset allocations, and 2024 with an investment assumption of 7.50%.The funding diversification of investments. The Public Employees schedule was submitted to the Public Employee Retirement Retirement Administration Commission, which has over- Commission and received its approval. The last actuarial sight over all the Massachusetts Public Pension Systems, valuation found the system to be funded at 88.2%.While it has published the latest funding ratios of the pension's is important that future taxpayers are not expected to be a funds.The report shows our system to have the sixth high- greater burden than the current taxpayers,it is equally im- est funded radio of any city/town in the Commonwealth. portant that current taxpayers not be asked to build a legacy Our system has unequivocally met the challenges rising for future taxpayers. The board takes great pride in having from the challenging market marked by extreme volatility, balanced the need to ensure that the liabilities are addressed heightened geopolitical tensions, and deteriorating global with the fact that the Town's resources must meet a variety economic conditions. This year underscores the fact that of needs. the state of the capital markets performance fluctuates and Is Influenced by many diverse factors. • The net market value of the plan as of December 31, 2018 totaled$157.9 million and as of June 30,2019 the net value of the plan totaled$175.5 million. TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 87 T 0 W M G 0 V IIE':IIR I A IIE':III' T SCHOOL COMMITTEE ROLE: To hire, supervise, and evaluate the Superintendent Policy Updates of Schools;to develop school policies;to approve the schools' Eileen Jay(Chair) and Kathleen Lenihan served as members operating and capital budgets;to advocate for school concerns of the School Committee Policy Subcommittee. The Policy to other town officials,boards,and the community;to act as a Subcommittee is charged with reviewing the policy manual liaison between the School Department and the community; and making recommendations to the School Committee on to govern Lexington Public Schools (LPS) in areas not gov- policy revisions based on legislative requirements and district erned by state or federal laws. needs. This year,the Policy Subcommittee worked with LPS ELECTED: Eileen Jay (Chair, March 2018 to June 2019), administration and a homework working group to draft revi- Kathryn Colburn (ViceChair, March 2018 to June 2019), sions to the Homework Policy that was adopted in June 2017. Alessandro Alessandrini (through March 2019), Kathleen Work began on establishing a new process for the approval Lenihan, Deepika Sawhney, Scott Bokun (elected March of long-distance and international field trips. The School 2019),Rosanna Jiang(Student Representative). Committee worked in conjunction with town committees on This year has been an active and productive year for the the development of a joint Integrated Building Design and School Committee and the Lexington Public Schools. The Construction Policy for adoption by the Board of Selectmen School Committee has closely collaborated with the new and the School Committee. This policy outlines goals for the Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Julie Hackett, to address a construction of municipal and school buildings that will re- number of significant issues, which included developing a duce energy use, meet sustainability objectives, and achieve school master capital plan,submitting a statement of interest high performance standards for health,energy,and resilience. (SOI) for a new high school, constructing a new pre-school Operating Budget and Hastings Elementary School, developing a 10-year LPS strategic plan, working on diversity, equity, and inclusion The overall FY19 operating budget for the Lexington Public (DEI), adopting a later start time at the high school for fall Schools was$108,111,445.n FY20,the School Department is 2020, preliminary planning for redistricting, and reviewing operating within a level service budget,due to financial pres- the district homework policy. sures caused by continued increases in student enrollment at the secondary level. Looking forward to FY21,the School Superintendent Committee will ask Superintendent Hackett to recommend Dr.Julie Hackett,who began her tenure as the Superintendent an operating budget that meets the needs of all students with- of Schools in Lexington on July 1, 2018, had a remarkable in the limits of the School Department's revenue allocation. number of accomplishments in her first year. Throughout As always, the School Committee will work with the Board the year she met with numerous town officials, board and of Selectmen,the Appropriation Committee,and the Capital committee members, school personnel, community groups, Expenditures Committee to present a complete FY21 operat- and various individuals in an effort to build important rela- ing budget at the 2020 Annual Town Meeting. tionships with the community. Soon after assuming the role Capital Investments of Superintendent, she introduced several major initiatives In FY19,the Town of Lexington continued to make important that progressed under her leadership. She worked with her administrative team to draft a report(DEI:A Call to Action) investments in the capital needs of its schools. Construction of a new nd a new Lexington outlining the district's efforts to address issues of diversity,eq- ChildreiA Place Hastings(CP) presch of was aongoing throughout uity,and inclusion.In order to create an educational vision for FY19. The LCP building was completed in August 2019 and the schools,Dr. Hackett created a 10-year LPS strategic plan occupied by the preschool program for the 2019-2020 school that incorporated educator, student, and community input. The strategic plan reflects the mission,core values,and vision year.Completion of the Hastings Elementary School is antic- of the school community, and sets a long-term direction for ipated during winter 2020. the replacement of Hastings was the district. In addition to leading the school master plan- necessary due to the poor condition of the existing school. ning effort to assess enrollment and school building needs, With a capacity of 645, the new Hastings will be the largest she drafted the SOI that was submitted to the Massachusetts elementary school in Lexington, able to absorb some of the School Building Authority(MSBA) for the construction of a overcrowding that is occurring at other schools.The new LCP new high school. provides a permanent home for the Town's state-mandated pre-kindergarten program, and opens space for elementary use in its prior location at Harrington School. (continued on next page) 88 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT T 0 W M G 0 V Ilk':IIR ' IIIA Ilk':III' T SCHOOL COMMITTEE (continued) In 2018, the School Committee formed a School Master deep commitment so many individuals and organizations Planning Advisory Committee, with the charge to devel- have made to support both students and staff,ranging from op a school capital master plan for the next 5-10 years. the site-based school councils to parent-teacher associations The Advisory Committee analyzed enrollment trends and (PTAs) and parent-teacher organizations (PTOs), and the forecasts, current school capacity, and capacity-expansion Lexington Education Foundation. options. In fall 2019, it will make recommendations to the A focus on mental health and social-emotional needs School Committee based on a variety of enrollment scenarios. of students has led to collaborative work with municipal Lexington High School is experiencing severe overcrowding government and departments, mental health agencies, and due to enrollment increases and its condition is deteriorating community groups. Joint meetings of the School Committee due to the age of the building. In March 2019, the School and Board of Selectmen were held to address concerns about Committee and Superintendent Hackett submitted an SOI to mental health for residents of all ages. the MSBA requesting state support for the capital improve- The School Committee is grateful for the contributions ment of Lexington High School. of many community groups to the district's work on diver- sity, equity, and inclusion in FY219, including the Human Liaison to Community and Advocate for Rights Committee, the Association of Black Citizens of the Lexington Public Schools Lexington, LexPride, Special Education Parent Advisory School Committee members serve as liaisons to more than 20 Council (SEPAC), and others. The School Committee and other groups,including the Selectmen,Finance Committees, Superintendent look forward to continued collaboration with town committees, and community groups organized to the community on diversity, equity,inclusion, and other im- support Lexington's public schools. Members appreciate the portant issues affecting Lexington's students. Lexington Public School Enrollment Principal 2018-2019 2019-2020 2019-2020 Actual Projected Actual Lexington Children's Place- Pre-Kindergarten, built 2019 Elizabeth Billings-Fouhy 69 68 Elementary Schools Bowman,9 Philip Road, built 1967 Jennifer Corduck 546 531 Bridge, 55 Middleby Road, built 1966 Margaret Colella 541 525 Estabrook, 117 Grove Street, built 2014 Lisa Riendeau 580 574 Fiske, 55 Adams Street, built 2007 Brian Baker 480 481 Harrington, 328 Lowell Street, built 2005 Jackie Daley 493 471 Hastings, 7 Crosby Road, built 1955 Louise Lipsitz 454 437 Total elementary students, grades K-5 3,094 3,067±70 3,019 Middle Schools Clarke, 17 Stedman Road, built 1972 Dane Depres 914 926 Diamond, 99 Hancock Street, built 1957 Jennifer Turner 919 902 Total middle school students, grades 6-8 1,833 1,863±25 1,828 High School Lexington High School,251 Waltham St., built 1950 Andrew Stephens 2,263 2,347±20 2,275 Total student enrollment, PK-12 7,259 7,190 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 89 T 0 W M G 0 V IIE':IIR I A IIE':III' T SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS ROLE: As Chief Executive Officer of Lexington's ten public ity curriculum for students,the route to the end product will schools, the Superintendent of Schools provides educational not be identical for every subject area. leadership through budget preparation, program develop- Curriculum audits to begin each cycle. As the first step of ment, and supervision of all academic, special education, any new review, a small group of subject area staff will audit and extracurricular programs for children in grades preK- the current curriculum for the following: bias/equity in ma- 12. The Superintendent of Schools reports to an elected terials, instructional practices, and scheduling; achievement School Committee, enforces the policies and goals of this gaps; comparison with current research,trends and external Committee, and upholds the laws and requirements deter- standards; data analysis of relevant data for the department; mined by the federal government and State of Massachusetts. and targeted planning for next steps the following summer. The Superintendent of Schools also works in cooperation These audits occur over five full days throughout the school with other communities to oversee collaborative programs year and are required to have representation from all facets of for students with identified learning disabilities. the department as well as special education,English Language APPOINTED BY the School Committee: Dr. Julie Hackett Learners, METCO and technology voices. These audits are has served as Superintendent of Schools since July 1,2018. designed to illuminate needs, gaps, and strengths before the full review begins in an effort to target and tailor the work of Curriculum and Instruction the full review. In 2006, the Lexington Public Schools launched an annual Combination with other methods of sharing/discussing/ curriculum review process that focused on one or more major participating. Having full participation in the process is es- program areas per year. The purpose of these reviews is to sential,but having all staff participate in the process during ensure both vertical and horizontal alignment of the district's the school day is not practical nor best for student learning curricula and to be certain that the curriculum is current with as it can lead to significant lost teacher time in the classroom. local, state, and national standards,while still maintaining a To be able to have everyone participate and hear all voices distinct identity.Traditionally these have been three-year re- while not drawing away from instructional time for students, views. However, after soliciting feedback from Joint Council a flexible process that combines summer work with all staff, members who represent all departments and schools, a re- a smaller representative group for working committees, and vised model was used for all new curriculum review cycles coordinating agendas with department meetings,grade level beginning in the 2018-2019 school year. Joint Council mem- meetings and other professional development time through- bers were asked what worked well with the original process, out the year was used to get the work done with efficient and what was not working, and what the ideal format would be. effective communication among staff. Much of the enormous amount of feedback has been incorpo- More structure and clear expectations for outcomes re- rated into the new model,including: quested. A revised structure for each step and the overall Flexible timing and duration of reviews. One size does not process was developed and piloted with the three depart- fit all,and this is especially true of curriculum reviews. Some ments beginning the cycle. In addition, expected outcomes, curriculum areas need more time for their reviews,especially action steps, templates and common products (e.g., School if much time has passed since the last review,or if significant Committee reports, progress reports and agendas) were de- changes have been made in relevant standards or practices. veloped through the first year of this new process. Other content areas simply need to address minor changes Coordination with professional learning. Curriculum that have occurred in the field without undertaking a full reviews often lead to implementing new content, new in- review. Additionally, the former process of scheduling all structional strategies, or both. During a review, professional curriculum review meetings during the school day over the learning is often necessary in terms of becoming acquainted course of the school year will be adjusted to include a combi- with new standards,visiting other schools and districts, and nation of during-the-school-year and over-the-summer plan- attending conferences to get a broader perspective on one's ning time. Some curricular work is best done on consecutive content area and the practices that best support learning for days, and some work must be embedded in the day-to-day all students. Part of the planning for each year of the revised happenings of instruction as new units or instructional strat- process includes recommended professional learning needs egies are implemented. Not all subject areas need to follow which are incorporated into district professional learning exactly the same process at exactly the same pace. Therefore, planning for each year as well as budget planning. while an overall structure is provided to ensure all essential needs are considered and that all reviews result in high qual- (continued on next page) 90 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT T 0 W M G 0 V Ilk':IIR ' IIIA Ilk':III' T SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS (continued) New department reviews that began in the 2018-2019 school show empathy for others, establish and maintain positive year (Performing Arts, Visual Arts and Mathematics) each relationships, and make responsible decisions.'[2]. A variety conducted and have concluded their audit year. Reviews that of data was used for professional learning to support teachers began prior to the 2018-2019 school year include Science in better recognizing and supporting student needs. as well as Physical Education, Health & Wellness. Science project-based learning—A multi-year initiative aimed at concluded its third year and integrated the Next Generation helping teachers learn to plan and implement lessons that Science Standards into the K-12 curriculum,most notably the allow students to focus on a topic deeply,over a sustained pe- science and engineering standards which focus on helping riod of time,while building the capacity for problem solving students learn to think and act like scientists - delving into and complex thinking. These projects engage students in au- inquiry, problem solving and connecting content with skills thentic situations with real-life implications and connections. and practices. It will layer on a new fourth year in SY19-20 Using a differentiated approach, professional learning was as it continues to measure the effectiveness of new units,cur- offered to teachers who were new to this form of instruction, ricular materials and instructional practices, and it incorpo- those who had incorporated it into their teaching already,and rates targeted professional development in support of same. school and district level administrators to ensure full under- Physical Education, Health&Wellness concluded its second standing of and support for the initiative. year, and after a year of research and program evaluation,it will begin the process of curriculum revision and writing as In addition, the Administrative Council and Joint Council well as incorporating some elements of the audit year that teams (all school and district wide administrators) partic- were not addressed before the new process began. ipated in sustained, targeted and coordinated professional While each curriculum review is part of a multi-year cycle, learning related to core initiatives for the year. This was a it is important to note that the work is never complete.Efforts powerful way to ensure coordination across the district, to related to professional learning, necessary refinements and obtain feedback,and to provide for rich discussion among all revisions,and required curricular and instructional supports leaders in the district. and resources are continuously ongoing. Significant struc- Committed support was continued for a large number of tured time was provided throughout the year and especially administrators and faculty members to participate in out-of- in the summer months for teachers to make these revisions district opportunities (both in-state and out-of-state) with and adjustments. educational experts and colleagues from around the country. As a result, LPS staff members were able to bring back new Professional Learning knowledge to schools and the district at large. Just a few of The Lexington Public School system remains deeply com- the outside opportunities included the METCO Director's miffed to offering all employees professional learning oppor- Conference, an Access and Equity Conference sponsored tunities to improve their knowledge and skills. A sustained by the Massachusetts Department of Education, National and focused professional learning program for staff improves Council of Teachers of Mathematics Conference, and a the quality of learning in the classroom and outcomes in the Teachers College Reading and Writing Workshop Conference. workplace. Last year, courses focused on enhancing skills in LPS faculty and staff understand the power of collaborative instructional practices,technology,and assessment,as well as teaching and learning,and consistently seek opportunities to content related offerings.A strong,in-depth series of option- learn from, and share with one another. In November each al, after-school course offerings was offered throughout the year,the Office of Curriculum, Instruction, and Professional academic year with three specific themes: Learning proudly holds its annual Lexington Learns Together Equity (in all its forms)—Defined as "[t]he fair treatment, event, an innovative all-day event that provides a unique access, opportunity, and advancement for all people, while structure in which LPS colleagues share ideas,research,best practices, questions, and passion for various subject areas at the same time striving to identify and eliminate barriers with one another. Last year all of the sessions related to eq- that have prevented the full participation of some groups[1]." uity, social-emotional learning and project-based learning. Diversity, equity and inclusion were a major emphasis in the For the first time three major outside speakers were incor- district in 2018-2019.Professional learning for staff as well as porated on these topics which provided the larger context district wide projects are focusing on these topics. for each of these focus areas. Participants were able to select Social-emotional learning—Refers to `the process through three sessions (from well over a hundred offerings) to attend which children and adults acquire and effectively apply the throughout the day. The continued positive response from knowledge, attitudes and skills necessary to understand and participants each year is overwhelming. manage emotions, set and achieve positive goals, feel and (continued on next page) TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 91 T 0 W M G 0 V IIE':IIR I A IIE':III' °T SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS (continued) Facilities Technology The Facilities team continues to support the Maria Hastings The Lexington Public Schools' Technology Department Elementary School Construction project. Walsh Brothers supports all district technology needs and is committed to Construction managers continue the construction process ensuring staff and students have appropriate, reliable access in conjunction with Dore & Whittier Project managers to hardware,communication tools,software applications and and DiNisco Design Architects. After a groundbreaking the Internet. During FY19, the district continued its work ceremony on June 13, 2018, over the past year, geothermal with 1:1 computing, providing devices to students in grades wells have been drilled,a steel topping off ceremony was held 10 and 11. Additionally,the district continued to move from on December 12, 2018, and a February 2020 occupancy is 1:1 iPad computing to Chromebooks at both middle schools, planned. along with continuing to build 1:1 infrastructure at the The Lexington Children's Place project had a tight sched- elementary level. Having a 1:1 computing environment has ule targeting completion in August 2019 for the new school helped teachers provide opportunities for students to learn year. After demolition of the former school building, site and create with technology and bring about equity in access preparation and finally construction of the new school by across the district.The increase in devices has also allowed the CTA Construction, the school opened on time while punch Technology Department to meet the demands of expanded, list and landscaping have continued. mandatory online testing.In 2018-2019,all students required In the summer of 2017, the LHS Nurse's (Health) Suite to take MCAS participated in online MCAS testing. The dis- was renovated utilizing capital funds appropriated at the 2017 trict also continued using 1:1 devices in its administration of Annual Town Meeting. The renovation created an additional the web-based version of the AIMS web reading assessment examination room, records storage room, increased the size for all the elementary schools. of the rest area, and included the replacement of a heating Mobile devices in Lexington schools grew approximately and ventilation unit for the girl's locker room with a new 20% in 2018-2019 school year, with the district moving to- energy-efficient Energy Recovery Ventilation unit. Design wards fully implementing 1:1 computing in grades 3-12 in and Engineering were also completed for the LHS Guidance/ the 2019-2020 school year. The Technology Department, as Counseling Suite Renovations. Construction was completed a result of the independent assessment that was completed in summer 2018. The capital flooring program funded the on the network, has responded by continuing to make im- replacement of the Lexington High School guidance areas provements on the network infrastructure to ensure a robust, and Clarke Middle School. These improvements will foster a responsive wireless network, and also by increasing the better environment for learning and recreational activity. network bandwidth and creating redundancy and failover DPF has completed a sidewalk repair as well as a total service for critical equipment. During the 2018-2019 school renovation of the Harrington parking lots,which has added year, the Technology Department played an integral role in safety components for the Safe Routes to Schools initia- the technology design and infrastructure planning for the tive. In addition, DPF completed the exterior restoration new Lexington Children's Place and the new Maria Hastings of Harrington School with Building Envelope funds. This Elementary School. included removing 25% of the main entrance exterior brick As part of the support offered on the technical side of 1:1 and fascia blocks,caulking and weather taping front entrance computing and in digitally enhanced learning environments, skylights,removing miscellaneous cracked blocks along with district employed field technicians supported teaching and poor mortar joints throughout the complex, and finishing learning by providing in-house repair to devices and making with power washing and spray coating the entire exterior with sure that students and teachers had equipment that operated a water repellent sealer. at the highest possible levels. In addition to the technical support, instructional support by Digital Literacy Coaches at all levels continued to provide coaching for teachers and students related to the integration of technology in all areas of the curriculum,using G-Suite tools for items such as Google Classroom, blended learning, and working across digital platforms with a continued focus on personalized learning. Digital Literacy Coaches work across elementary schools to promote "Hour of Code;' which is intended to introduce students to computer science. Digital Learning Coaches continued to partner with school counselors and librarians to promote a consistent approach with Digital Citizenship. (continued on next page) 92 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT T 4 G 0 V 1'111R I T Ilk':III' T SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS (continued) Lexington Community Education • Supported the work of the PTSA by offering LCE gift certif- ROLE:To offer lifelong learning to all by providing practical, icates to be raffled at fundraising events. creative, and enjoyable educational and enrichment oppor- . processed over 360 private music lesson registrations. tunities at a reasonable cost. Classes for adults and children are offered in the fall,winter,and spring.During the summer, • Supported the work of the Lexington Destination LCE offers the Lexplorations summer program for children. Imagination program by handling registrations and LCE is a self-sustaining,integral part of the Lexington Public administration. Schools. • Welcomed environmentalist (and LHS alumnus) Bill STAFF:Craig Hall(Director);Andrea Paquette(Manager of McKibben to speak to students during the day and the com- Programming); Amy Sullivan (Registrar); and Deniele Pozz munity in the evening under the banner of the Community (Accounts Payable). Connections series. HIGHLIGHTS: • Welcomed renowned teachers,speakers,artists,and think- • Processed over 7,000 enrollments program wide. ers including musician Eliot Fisk,poet Jane Hirshfield,au- • Planned and ran the summer Lexplorations program that thor Sharmila Sen,Holocaust survivor Dr.Anna Orenstein, received 2532 registrations. scientist Lisa Barrett Feldman,and many others. • Student Achievement Indicators • Provided approximately 5,000 community service hours to LHS student helpers during summer Lexplorations program. LEXINGTON HIGH SCHOOL:2018 -2019 SCHOOL YEAR Size of Class 554 National Merit Scholarship Program Total Postsecondary Education 96.2% 2018 Winners 4 4-year college 89.7% 2018 Finalists 19 2-year college 1.7% 2018 Commended Students 95 Non-U.S. college 4.6% 2018 National Advanced Placement Scholars 28 Prep and other schools 0.2% 2018 Advanced Placement Exams Gap Year 1.8% Total Grades Reported 1,731 Employed/Military 0.6% Number of Students 916 Undecided 1.4% Number of Subjects 23 Mean SAT Scores—Total 1,321 Advanced Placement Scholars (all levels) 408 Critical Reading/Writing 649 Grade of 5 811 Math 672 Grade of 4 549 MCAS Grade of 3 266 Grade 10 ELA(Proficient/Advanced) 99% Grade of 2 80 Grade 10 Math (Proficient/Advanced) 98% Grade of 1 25 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 93 T 0 W M G 0 V IIE':IIR I A IIE':III' T TOWN COUNSEL This report from Town Counsel covers the period from July All Actions Brought By or Against the 1, 2018 through June 30, 2019. It does not include Tax Title Town During FY19 proceedings initiated by the Town. The report is divided into three sections as required by the By-Laws: • Britton v Division of Administrative Law Appeals, Suffolk Superior Court 1884-CV-02080. Case is an appeal of a A I I Actions By or Against the Town Division of Administrative Law Appeals decision regarding That Were Pending on July 1 , 2018 veterans'benefits.Appeal was brought in July 2018. Town's motion to dismiss town defendants has been allowed, and • Finley v. Lexington Public Schools, Middlesex Superior a motion to reconsider has been denied. The case remains Court 1781-CV-01382. Complaint alleging employment pending against the state defendants. discrimination filed May 2017. Case dismissed in October 2018. • Coulter v. Evelyn; Papia, Concord District Court 1947 AC-000223; 1947-AC-000224. Application for criminal • General Mechanical Contractors, Inc. v. Bond Brothers, complaint alleging civil rights and other violations against Inc., Middlesex Superior Court 1881-CV-00065. Third individual Lexington police officers, among others,filed in Party Complaint regarding subcontractor payment issues February 2019. After show cause hearing, clerk-magistrate associated with construction of town middle school proj- denied application on May 8, 2019. Coulter filed a motion ects.Case settled in November 2018. for re-determination on June 17, 2019 with the Woburn District Court, which was denied on August 5, 2019. • Kavlakian v.Town of Lexington Conservation Commission, Middlesex Superior Court 1881-CV-00835. Case is an ap- Coulter's August 27, 2019 appeal to the Supreme Judicial Court to compel a decision by the Woburn District Court peal of the Conservation Commission's Order of Resource was denied as moot on September 23,2019. Area Delineation. Following parties'motions for judgment on the pleadings,judgment entered for the Town on June • DiMambro v. Town of Lexington Public Schools, Concord 25,2019. District Court 1847-CV-000445. Case filed regarding a • Stevenson,Trustee of the 4 Hampton Road Realty Trust v. dispute over owed wages. Plaintiff's complaint was filed in Lexington Board of Appeals,Land Court 18 MISC 000215. November 2018.Case settled July 12,2019. Case is an appeal from the Zoning Board of Appeals' de- • Mannix v.Lexington Zoning Board of Appeals,Land Court nial of request for enforcement regarding agricultural use 18 MISC 000338 (GHP). Neighbor's appeal from grant of exemption. Case was filed in April 2018. Discovery closes special permit to install amateur radio antenna. Case dis- October 31, 2019, and trial is anticipated in December missed after applicant re-designed antenna so that it did not 2019. require zoning relief. • The Maria Badaracco Trust, Middlesex Probate Court • Mirabella v.Town of Lexington,Middlesex Superior Court MI17P5894PO. Case regarding trust citation. Petition 1981-CV-01838. Tort claim for interference with advanta- was filed in November 2017 with the Town of Lexington geous relations filed against Police Department by former named as a party of interest,but case has no effect on Town's employee.Complaint filed in June 2019.Matter is pending. interest in trust property. Case continues between private • Warren v. Lexington Zoning Board of Appeals, Middlesex parties. Superior Court 1981-CV-00562. An appeal from the Zoning Board of Appeals' denial of a neighbor's appeal of the issuance of a building permit. Complaint was filed in February 2019.Discovery is ongoing. (continued on next page) 94 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT T 0 W M G 0 V IIE':IIR I A IIE':III' T TOWN COUNSEL (continued) All Actions Settled or Disposed of During FY19 • Coulter v. Evelyn; Papia, Concord District Court 1947- AC-000223; 1947-AC-000224. Application for criminal complaint alleging civil rights and other violations against individual Lexington police officers,among others,filed in February 2019. After show cause hearing, clerk-magistrate denied application on May 8, 2019. Coulter filed a motion for re-determination on June 17, 2019 with the Woburn District Court, which was denied on August 5, 2019. Coulter's August 27, 2019 appeal to the Supreme Judicial Court to compel a decision by the Woburn District Court was denied as moot on September 23,2019. • DiMambro v. Town of Lexington Public Schools, Concord District Court 1847-CV-000445. Case filed regarding a dispute over owed wages. Plaintiff's complaint was filed in November 2018.Case settled July 12,2019. • Finley v. Lexington Public Schools, Middlesex Superior Court 1781-CV-01382. Complaint alleging employment discrimination filed May 2017. Case dismissed in October 2018. • General Mechanical Contractors, Inc. v. Bond Brothers, Inc., Middlesex Superior Court 1881-CV-00065. Third Party Complaint regarding subcontractor payment issues associated with construction of town middle school proj- ects.Case settled in November 2018. • Kavlakian v.Town of Lexington Conservation Commission, Middlesex Superior Court 1881-CV-00835. Case is an ap- peal of the Conservation Commission's Order of Resource Area Delineation.Following parties'motions for judgment on the pleadings,judgment entered for the Town on June 25,2019. • Mannix v.Lexington Zoning Board of Appeals,Land Court 18 MISC 000338 (GHP). Neighbor's appeal from grant of special permit to install amateur radio antenna. Case dis- missed after applicant re-designed antenna so that it did not require zoning relief. TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 95 rOWN COMMI 2 0/2 0 VISION COMMITTEE (September 2018-May2019),Suzie Barry,Board of Selectmen, Non-Voting Chair(May 2019-present) ROLE: The role of the Lexington 20/20 Vision Committee HIGHLIGHTS: is to identify a shared vision for Lexington's future and communicate that vision to municipal decision makers. The . The Committee was formed in September of 2018 and gath- Committee seeks to engage the community to think about ered and reviewed data related to the cremation process, Lexington's long-term future, identify and assess opportuni- market trends,regulations and crematory operations. ties and challenges that may shape the Town's future, make recommendations to the Board of Selectmen, Planning • One public hearing was held in February 2019 and in April Board,and School Committee,and report progress on topics 2019,an Interim Report to the 2019 Annual Town Meeting studied. The Committee meets monthly to discuss relevant with work completed to date and items still to be addressed community trends and establishes subcommittees and task was produced. forces as needed. • Following the 2019 Annual Town Meeting,the Committee APPOINTED by the Board of Selectmen for 3-year terms: continued working on the list of items to be addressed Margaret Coppe, Andrew Dixon, Peter Enrich, Bhumip with the goal of completing a Final Report to the Board of Khasnabish, Dan Krupka, Peter Lee, Joe Pato, Carroll Ann Selectmen. Bottino, Bob Peters, Nancy Corcoran-Ronchetti, Kathleen Lenihan, Mark Manasas, Alan Wrigley, and Fernando Quezada. Staff: Raj on Hudson and Katharine Labrecque, A N T O N Y WORKING GROUP Town Manager's Office. ROLE: The Antony Sister City relationship dates back to the HIGHLIGHTS: 1980s.Its purpose is to promote,create,and nurture relation- • Continued the analysis and interpretation of the 20/20 ships between the citizens of Lexington and Antony, France, Vision Committee town-wide survey results. as well as support municipal best practice sharing and school exchanges, and to facilitate tourism, economic development, • Supported efforts of the Enhancing Communication in and cooperation. Lexington Committee to recommend methods for improv- APPOINTED: The Antony Sister City relationship is man- ing resident and municipal communications to the Board of aged by the Antony Working Group of the Lexington Tourism Selectmen. Committee, at the request of the Board of Selectmen. All • Contributed to a Board of Selectmen goal-setting exercise. interested citizens are invited to join, and are appointed by the Chair. For Open Meeting Law required quorum purpos- • Held information exchange sessions with the newly ap- es,the current members are:Dawn McKenna (Chair), Kerry pointed Town Manager and School Superintendent. Brandin, Tony and Kitty Galaitsis, George and Christina • Advanced the planning and preparation of the Lexington Gamota, Sandy Gasbarro, Fred Johnson, and Marie-Tristan 20/20 Vision Committee milestone event to be held on Rago. April 2,2020. HIGHLIGHTS: • Upon receipt of an invitation from the Mayor of Antony, AD HOC CREMATORY STUDY Selectmen Suzie Barry and Jill Hail initiated a plan for an official visit to Antony, France in September 2019. The in- COMMITTEE (A D H O C CSC) vitation to be part of the delegation extended to town staff, ROLE: The Ad Hoc Crematory Study Committee was estab- elected officials,and citizens. lished to examine public health, public safety, public works, . Supported the efforts of the Department of Public Works operational, financial, and quality of life issues associated to complete the infrastructure,hardscape, and plantings at with locating a crematory at Westview Cemetery and meeting Antony Park. the needs of deceased Lexington residents and their families. • Encouraged the continuation of informal relationships and APPOINTED: By the Board of Selectmen Narain Battia visits between Lexington and Antony residents. (Community Member), George Burnell (Economic Development Advisory Committee), Judith Crocker (Town • Continued efforts to expand participation in the Antony Meeting Member), John Flynn (Board of Health), Msgr. Sister Cities events.Lexington residents,businesses,and or- Paul Garrity (Lexington Interfaith Clergy Association), Sara ganizations are encouraged to follow the Lexington Antony Iverson (Community Member), Bridger McGaw (Town Sister Cities page on Facebook(D and subscribe to receive Meeting Member), Doug Lucente, Non-Voting Chair notices of events at:http://goo.gl/bV26Tm. 96 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT rOWN COMM APPROPRIATION COMMITTEE t ROLE:The Appropriation Committee serves as the fiscal ad- visory d visory body to Town Meeting and the Town. The Committee makes recommendations on the prudent management of the financial affairs of the Town and evaluates and supports the Town's current and long-range financial planning processes. t, ' Prior to each Annual Town Meeting, the Committee pub- lishes ub lishes a review of the annual budget adopted by the Board 1 of Selectmen, along with other warrant articles related to the finances of the Town including capital expenditures and mat- ters of fiscal policy. The Committee also publishes a review Appropriation Committee:Seated(L-R):John Bartenstein, Meg prior to each Special Town Meeting with the same scope. Muckenhoupt,Alan M. Levine,Sanjay Padaki;Standing(L-R)Lily Manhua Yan,Albert("Nick")Nichols, Eric Michelson,Glenn P. Parker, Town Meeting may not act on any motion carrying an ex- Carolyn J. Kosnoff. penditure or appropriation of money until the Appropriation Committee has made a report thereon. HIGHLIGHTS: APPOINTED by the Moderator nine members serving over- lapping 3-year terms:John Bartenstein(Chair),Alan M.Levine • The Committee published the following written reports (Vice Chair and Secretary), Ellen Basch, Eric Michelson, during FYI 9: Richard Neumeier, Sanjay Padaki, Andrei Radulescu-Banu, Lily Manhua Yan, and Carolyn J. Kosnoff (Assistant Town • Report to the Special Town Meeting 2018 1 (11/7/2018) Manager for Finance).Members are required to be registered a Report to the 2019 Annual Town Meeting(3/25/2019) voters of the Town. The Assistant Town Manager for Finance is also an ex officio and non-voting member.(Dian Helen Yang • The reports and minutes from committee meetings are ar- resigned from the Committee shortly before July 1,2018.) chived by the Town Clerles Office and can be found under Public Records on the town website. The Appropriation The following Committee membership transitions oc Committee's deliberations and recommendations during curred between August 1, 2018 and October 1, 2018: Glenn Town Meeting are recorded in the Committee's published P.Parker,appointed on August 1,2018,and assumed the role reports,and in the minutes for each Town Meeting. of Vice-Chair, after a hiatus of one and a half years; Andrei Radulescu-Banu resigned on August 2, 2018; and Albert • Over the course of the year, the Committee participated ("Nick")Nichols was appointed on September 27,2018. in budget summit meetings with the Town Manager and In January 2019, the Committee elected new officers: various boards and committees to understand the projected Glenn P. Parker (Chair), Sanjay Padaki (Vice Chair), and revenues and expenses of the Town, and to evaluate the Alan M. Levine (Secretary). John Bartenstein, Ellen Basch, budget proposed by the Town Manager. The Committee Eric Michelson, Richard Neumeier, Albert ("Nicle') Nichols, presented its findings to Town Meeting for FY19. Lily Manhua Yan continued as members and Carolyn J. . Members of the Committee acted as liaisons to town boards Kosnoff(Assistant Town Manager for Finance) continued as and committees, including a School Master Planning a non-voting member. Committee tasked to address the infrastructure needs of Ellen Basch resigned on May 30, 2019, and Richard the Lexington Public Schools,particularly Lexington High Neumeier resigned on June 30, 2019 after completing sev- School,in view of the significant increase in student enroll- eral 3-year terms. Meg Muckenhoupt was appointed to the ment at all levels over the last five to ten years. Committee during FY20(September 6,2019).The Committee group photo shows the members following these transitions. • The Appropriation Committee is appreciative of the ded- icated efforts of the Town's municipal and school staffs, whose support is vital to the Committee's work,and in par- ticular, appreciates the efforts of Recording Secretary Sara Arnold. (continued on next page) TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 97 rOWN COMM BICYCLE ADVISORY • On behalf of the Town,applied to the League of American COMMITTEE Bicyclists and was awarded Bicycle Friendly Community bronze level status for 2018-2022. ROLE: The Bicycle Advisory Committee advises the Board a Discussed issues and concerns with the Board of Selectmen of Selectmen on all matters relating to bicycle routes and regarding dockless bike share,electric bikes,bike path safe- general bicycle policy to serve the best interests of the Town ty and courtesy,and a possible 15 mph speed posting on the of Lexington and neighboring communities affected by these Minuteman Bikeway. facilities. Four liaison members are representatives of town boards and nine are interested citizens. • Provided input to the Toole Design Group and MassDOT regarding design improvements to Route 2A between APPOINTED by the Board of Selectmen for three-year terms: Lexington and Concord. Peggy Enders (Chair), Bob Dangel, Kevin Falcone, George Gagliardi, Bob Hausslein, Omar Khudari, Jennifer Melot, • Welcomed new member Omar Khudari. Lou Savarino, Mike Tabaczynski. Liaisons: Richard Canale a In conjunction with the Friends of Lexington Bikeways,the (Planning), Paul Callahan (Police), Joe Pato (Selectmen), Sandra Shaw,(Recreation). Committee: Worked with Arlington and Bedford to celebrate the 25th HIGHLIGHTS: anniversary of the Minuteman Commuter Bikeway. • Urged the Board of Selectmen to set goals for a more bike- Collaborated with Town staff to offer Lexington's seventh able Lexington by: developing a Bicycle Transportation Bike Walk`n Bus Week in May 2019. Plan as part of the 2019 Comprehensive Plan; developing safer and effective roadway accommodations; including a Hired a contractor, paid through donations, to plow the regular allowance for bicycle promotion and safety within Lexington section of the Minuteman Bikeway. the town budget. Staffed bike corrals on "bike to market days" at the • Participated in meetings and provided liaisons to the Farmers'Market. Transportation Safety Group and the Center Streetscape Received a generous donation of children's bicycle hel- working group, and took part in discussions related to the mets from Breakstone, White, and Gluck LLC, which East Mass Avenue corridor project. were distributed by the Friends of Lexington Bikeways at • Submitted recommendations to the Police Department Discovery Day. regarding bicycle incident recording and reporting. CAPITAL EXPENDITURES � - COMMITTEE ROLE: To consider all town capital matters and to make recommendations for the prudent management of the capital financial affairs of the Town,including all matters related to funding under the Community Preservation Act (CPA). To receive from town entities a list of all capital expenditures that may be required within the next 5-year period and to prompt them to undertake appropriate lannin for required future capital expenditures; to consider the relative need, timing, ,i and cost of those projects, the adequacy thereof, and the effect these expenditures might have on the financial n posi- tion of the Town; and to make recommendations thereon to those entities and to any Town-Meeting capital matter. This A % includes receiving from the Town's Community Preservation Bicycle Advisory Committee members, Lou Savarino and Kevin Committee (CPC) information on all appropriations it in- Falcone,at Discovery Day 2019 talking with children about bike safety tends to recommend to Town Meeting and to make indepen- and fitting them with the free bicycle helmets generously donated by dent recommendations thereon. Breakstone,White,and Gluck LLC. (continued on next page) 98 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT rOWN COMM Capital Expenditures(continued) APPOINTED by the Moderator to overlapping 3-year terms: C A R Y LECTURE SERIES Charles Lamb(Chair),David Kanter(Vice-Chair and Clerk), Wendy Manz,Rod Cole,Frank Smith,and Sandhya Beebee. ROLE: To provide a variety of free, educational, and enter- taining events open to all citizens of Lexington in accordance HIGHLIGHTS: with the will of the Cary sisters. • The committee reviewed and made recommendations to APPOINTED by the Moderator: Bob Russman-Halperin Town Meeting and town entities on appropriations for a (Chair), Rita Goldberg, Monica Galizzi, Maggie Pax, Kevin wide range of capital expenditures involving public works, Oye. public facilities, public safety, recreation, and school facil- HIGHLIGHTS: ity and non-facility requirements through a Special Town Meeting and the Annual Town Meeting.Of special note are: • In the 2018-2019 season,the committee presented the fol- • Townwide:Appropriations for Center Streetscape improve- lowing programs: ments;automatic (water)meter reading system;Hill Street • "Storytelling from Mesopotamia to the Moon'with Martin new sidewalk project; failed Westview Cemetery facility Puchner.Cary Hall,Saturday,October 6,2018 at 8:00 PM. construction; deposits and withdrawals from the Capital Stabilization Fund. • "Music and the Art of Possibility:Transforming Your Life" with Benjamin Zander.Cary Hall,Wednesday,December 5, • Schools:Appropriation for Capital Technology Project. 2018 at 8:00 PM. • CPA: Appropriations for multiple projects and its • "Bobby Kennedy- Now More Than Ever" with Larry Tye. Administrative Budget recommended by the CPC. Cary Hall,Saturday,March 2,2019 at 8:00 PM. • Capital Stewardship and Planning for the Future: This • "Alex the Parrot and the Mysteries of Language"with Irene Committee focused on addressing the Town's extensive Pepperberg.Cary Hall,Saturday,April 6,2019 at 8:00 PM. infrastructure, which requires continuing capital projects to provide safe conditions and quality service,meet current In the 2019-2020 season,the committee will present the fol- operating needs, enhance productivity, improve efficiency, lowing programs: and extend its useful life. Continuing special concerns in- . "Anime 101: The What,Why and How of Japanese Anime" clude other town buildings that need major updates or re- with Ian Condry. Cary Hall, Saturday, October 19, 2019 at placements,roadways and sidewalks,the water-and-waste 8:00 PM. water infrastructure,recreational spaces and facilities, and replacement of vehicles (other than cars) and other heavy • "Windfall:The World in an Age of Energy Abundance"with equipment. This Committee urged attending to the future Meagan O'Sullivan. Cary Hall, Wednesday, December 4, use and condition of unused assets (the Stone Building, 2019 at 8:00 PM. Hammond A. Hosmer House, Carriage House at the Community Center, and the Muzzy High Condominium • "Can't Help Myself:Lessons&Confessions from a Modern Unit);the enhancement of the Town's information technol- Advice Columnist" with Meredith Goldstein. Cary Hall, ogy equipment and network;the need for traffic-mitigation Saturday,March 21,2020 at 8:00 PM. measures; community (affordable) housing, conservation/ • "The Science of Happiness" with Catherine Sanderson. open-space; and connectivity projects (e.g., Greenways Cary Hall,Saturday,April 25,2020 at 8:00 PM. Corridor). • The committee's website wwwcarylecturescries.org pro- vides a central source of information about the lectures. • The aim of the committee continues to be to bring to Lexington a range of educational and cultural experiences, which might not otherwise be available. The committee welcomes suggestions for future programming. (continued on next page) TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 99 rOWN COMM COMMISSION ON DISABILITY Technical Support ROLE: To ensure that people with disabilities are fully • Consulted with Melissa Battite, Director of Recreation & integrated into all aspects of the Town and can participate Community Programs to review capital projects,programs seamlessly and without barriers. The Commission makes and services,and Lincoln Park bleachers. recommendations concerning the implementation of the • Assisted in plans for accessibility at Reservoir Bathhouse. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) within the Town. • provided assistance to Artis Senior Living concerning Members review and recommend policies as they affect those assance g g with disabilities and provide information,guidance,and tech- variance. nical assistance. • Worked with citizens to promote article for Town Meeting APPOINTED by the Town Manager: Victoria Buckley banning plastic straws. (Chair), Susan Cusack, Shaun Grady, Julie Miller, Michael . Met with Nauset Construction about 49 Waltham Street. Martignetti,Leonard Morse-Fortier,Janet Perry,and Francine Stieglitz. Compliance/Oversight Selectman Liaison: Joseph Pato. Staff Support: James Kelly, • Met with architects concerning renovations at Follen Building Commissioner; Kelly Axtell, Assistant Town Church. Manager; Committee Liaisons: Bonne Teitleman, COA; Rod Cole,CEC. • Consulted with Dr. Puschak of 175 Bedford Street, dentist office. HIGHLIGHTS: Program Development COMMUNICATIONS • Worked with Human Rights Committee, LPS and ADVISORY COMMITTEE Superintendent Julie Hackett on addressing disparate school suspensions in Lexington of students who are ROLE: To advise the Board of Selectmen on all aspects of African-American and/or have disabilities. wired and wireless communication and data services to and • Provided recommendations to town departments about ap- within the Town; to serve as ombudsman for town users of propriate sidewalk materials, curb cuts, conservation trail such services; to represent the Town in negotiations and re- projects and transportation. lationships with providers of those services; to monitor and evaluate compliance of the Lexington Public,Education, and • Presented to Council on Aging and met with Diversity Government Access Corporation; to oversee any network Advisory Task Force. which includes municipal and/or school buildings; to help • Co-sponsored two film events, "Including Samuel" and set town regulations and review applications to the Town for "Intelligent Lives"to promote inclusion. wired and wireless communications and data services;and to advise the Selectmen and other town officials on managing • Participated in Selectmen's annual goal-setting, recom- the Town's growing information handling needs and support- mending that the Board actively integrate and embrace ing networks. accessibility and inclusion into their plans,policy and deci- APPOINTED by the Selectmen for three year terms:Kenneth sion-making processes. Pogran(Chairperson;wireless services),Robert Avallone(ac- • Consulted with Massachusetts Commission for the Blind. cess provider oversight),David Becker(cable provider license negotiations,PEG financial review),David Buczkowski(cable • Defined the Commission's challenges for the future year: provider license negotiations), Smita Desai (access provider 1) to continue disability advocacy concerning the rights of oversight), Dorinda Goodman (Director, Town Information citizens with disabilities in order to ensure full inclusion Technology), Nicholas Lauriat (cable provider license ne- in town events, programs, and projects; 2) to promote gotiations, wireless application review), Benjamin Moroze universal design principles for construction projects; 3) to (wireless services,wireless application review), Ramin Taraz continue to review newly proposed private and municipal (wireless services) and Rita Vachani (access provider over- buildings; and 4) to design an action plan to expand out- sight, PEG financial review). Serving part of the year were reach efforts. Steve Iverson (access provider oversight) and P.K. Shiu. The Committee's Selectmen liaison is Mark Sandeen; Joe Pato served as Selectmen Liaison through early 2019. (continued on next page) 100 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT rOWN COMM Communications Advisory Committee(continued) COMMUNITY + HIGHLIGHTS: C O M M U N I T Y Public,Education,and Government(PEG)Access Provider PRESERVATIONOversight COMMITTEE • Reviewed LexMedids performance with respect to the con- ROLE:To review Community Preservation Act (CPA) proj- tract with the Town;reviewed and approved quarterly and ect applications for open space, affordable housing, historic annual reports and provided feedback. resources and recreation funding, and recommend eligible and worthy projects to Town Meeting. • Continued to monitor PEG funding trends in light of overall APPOINTED by the Board of Selectmen and various boards industry trends regarding numbers of cable TV subscrib- and committees, in accordance with the CPA, for two year ers, anticipated revenues from the Town's three cable TV terms: Marilyn Fenollosa (Chair) (Historical Commission), providers, and LexMedids planned capital and operating Richard Wolk (Vice Chair) (Conservation Commission), expenditures. Charles Hornig (Planning Board), Joe Pato (at-large, ap- • On behalf of the Board of Selectmen,prepared and submit- pointed by the Board of Selectmen),David Horton (at-large, ted to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) appointed by the Board of Selectmen), Jeanne Krieger (at- formal comments detailing how the FCC's proposed new large,appointed by the Board of Selectmen),Melinda Walker regulation that would count so-called "in-kind contribu- (Lexington Housing Authority), Robert Pressman (Housing tions" (such as PEG cable channels,institutional networks, Partner-ship),and Lisah Rhodes(Recreation Committee). and the like)within the statutory 5%cap on cable licensee OVERVIEW: The CPC met regularly from October 2018 franchise fees would harm communities such as Lexington. through March 2019 to review projects for presentation to the Cable Provider Interactions 2019 Annual Town Meeting. The Committee evaluated proj- ect applications submitted by Town Departments,non-profit • Concluded the license renewal negotiation process with organizations, and others and submitted its funding recom- RCN,resulting in the Board of Selectmen granting RCN a mendations to the Town Meeting. CPA funding comes from new ten-year license for the period July 2019—June 2029. an annual property tax surcharge of 3%, adopted by Town • Initiated the three-year license renewal process with Meeting in 2005 and accepted by Lexington voters in 2006. Verizon,in anticipation of expiration of the current Verizon This local surcharge is matched with State funds colected as FiOS cable television license in October 2021. part of the deeds excise tax and has previously been supple- mented with State budget surplus funds. Lexington initially Wireless Services received 100% of State matching funds in 2007 ($2,556,362) but has seen that match decline as additional communities • Continued discussions regarding improvement of wireless adopt CPA and join the funding pool. In 2018,the Town re- communications services in Lexington,including anticipat ceived a 19.80% match equaling $922,256. As of November ed"5G"services. 2018,the Town had received over$15 million in State match- • Reviewed two wireless provider cell site applications for ing funds, representing a significant portion of over $76 compliance with FCC requirements. million in CPA projects approved by Town Meeting voters through FY20. (2019 state reimbursement figures had yet to Complaints be received by the time of this report.) • Addressed two resident cable TV service complaints with (continued on next page) the relevant service providers. The CPC Committee: Front Row seated Left to Right: Marilyn Fenollosa,Gina Federico,Jeanne Krieger.Standing Left to Right: Lisah Rhodes, Dick Wolk,Joe Pato,Charles Hornig, David Horton, Bob Pressman. TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 101 rOWN COMMI Community Preservation Committee(continued) HIGHLIGHTS: COUNCIL FOR THE ARTS • Recommended ten applications for CPA funding to the ROLE:To promote and advocate for arts and cultural activities 2019 Spring Annual Town Meeting: in Lexington, providing greater awareness of opportunities - Conservation Land Acquisition(Kendall Road and around town to explore, participate, and attend artistic ini- Sherburne Road parcels) ($275,000) tiatives and reward artists through the annual Mass Cultural Council grant process. The Council administers State funds Archives and Records Management/Records by soliciting and evaluating applications for funding,distrib- uting the funds,and insuring they are properly used. Battle Green Master Plan-Phase 3 ($253,394) APPOINTED by The Board of Selectmen to 3-year terms: 9 Oakland Street- Renovation and Adaptive Re-Use Seetha Ramnath (Chair), Shubhra Chandra, Faith Lin, Supplemental($70,000) Stephen Poltorzycki, Jillian Tung, and Jill Hai (Board of Selectmen Liaison). LexHAB-Preservation,Rehabilitation,&Restoration of Affordable Housing(various sites) ($99,700) HIGHLIGHTS Old Reservoir Bathhouse Renovation($620,000) • Managed the Massachusetts Council for the Arts 2018-19 grants selection,evaluation,and distribution - Park Improvements-Hard Court Resurfacing(Adams Park) ($70,000) • Supported by 50%matching by the town for highly strategic or culturally diverse and interesting activities Park Improvements-Athletic Fields(Diamond Middle School) ($435,000) • Completed 2018 Town Survey Playground Replacement Program-Bridge School • Submitted 2020 Strategic Plan ($302,000) • Conducted Artepreneurs contest(for the next up and com- Willard's Woods Site Improvements($138,273) ing artist)over 2-year period(2019-2020 • CPA debt service payments totaling $3,094,680 were also approved by Annual Town Meeting, breaking down as COUNCIL ON AGING follows: Wright Farm Acquisition($365,800) ROLE: As an advisory board, the Council on Aging (COA) Board assists and partners with the Human Services/Senior Community Center Acquisition($917,100) Services Department staff in developing and evaluating programs, services, and activities that support and nurture Cary Memorial Building Upgrades($812,200) the interests and needs of Lexington's older adults. The COA Center Track Project($999,580) Board communicates the views of the community to the staff and Town Manager, assesses trends, and advocates for the • The CPC's customary Administrative Budget of$150,000 unmet needs of older adults and their families. was approved by Annual Town Meeting. APPOINTED by the Town Manager: Betty Borghesani • Updated and maintained the CPC website. (Co-Chair), Julie Ann Shapiro (Co-chair), Ellen Cameron • Updated the CPA Needs Assessment Report (the guiding (Vice-Chair), Bonnie Teitleman (Recording Secretary), document for CPC review of proposals) and held a public Camille Goodwin,Gerry Howell,Richard McDonough,John hearing to receive comments on December 13,2018. Zhao, Sandra Shaw, Sudhir Jain, and Jyotsna Kakullavarapu. Michelle Ciccolo served as Board of Selectman liaison to the • Compiled and published reports for submission to Annual COA Board until January 2019, at which time Suzie Barry Town Meeting. assumed this role. • Completed state-mandated reporting of all projects ap- (confirmed on next page) proved by Town Meeting during the previous fiscal year. • Monitored over 50 ongoing CPA projects. 102 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT rOWN COMM Council on Aging(continued) HIGHLIGHTS: DESIGN ADVISORY COMMITTEE • Participation in senior services and programs continued to ROLE: The committee provides the Town with design guid- increase during the fourth year of senior programs being ance on primarily Town-funded projects or Town buildings, integrated into the Lexington Community Center. signs and various public facilities. The committee is also • To keep seniors informed about town issues of interest, charged with making recommendations to enhance the at- received updates from: Phil Pennellatore of LCB Senior tractiveness of town lands,parks,recreation areas, conserva- Living regarding a proposal for assisted living and mem- tion areas,and other public spaces.In addition,the committee ory care; Susan Barrett (Transportation Manager); Gina may be asked to review and comment on proposals by private Rada (Veteran Services' District Director); Carla Koehl sector businesses and individuals where the Town's interest is from Artis Senior Living memory care facility; volunteers involved. The committee's recommendations are made to the from the Window Pane Shop and Fix-it Shop; Victoria Board of Selectmen and the Zoning Board of Appeals. Buckley (Chair, Commission on Disability); a Housing APPOINTED by the Board of Selectmen for 1-year terms: Panel including representatives from Lexington Housing Timothy Lee (Chair), Bahig Kaldas, Alenka Slezak, Richard Authority,LexHab,Lexington Housing Partnership,and the Friedson, Brigitte Steines, Steven Vincent and Caroline Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee; Alicia Grunes Fitzgerald(Members).John Frey and Bruce Creager(Associate (Human Services Nurse); Brian Savage (Police Detective) Members). Robert Creech (Planning Board Liaison); Jill Hai on community safety needs of seniors; and Sean Dugan, and Suzie Barry(Board of Selectmen Liaisons) Lexington's new Public Information Officer. • Collaborated with the Transportation Advisory Committee HIGHLIGHTS: (TAC) to monitor options for senior transportation and • Remained actively involved in the design for the Center attended TAC meetings. Streetscape as a member of the "working group." As com- • Participated in Lexington Discovery Day and in regional munity representatives,this group worked directly with the Council on Aging meetings. Town and their consultants to guide the development of the o final 25%design plans for the project. • Collaborated with Friends of the Council on Aging to en- . Reviewed and provided design guidance and recommen- sure funding of key programming, including LexConnect dations to the Zoning Board of Appeals for both new and Taxi rides, reduced class and trip fees, and promoting the updated existing signs as well as various types of wireless Older, Wiser, Lifelong Learning (OWLL) program. The communications facilities. Board also supported their Bright Ideas program, which awards grants for new initiatives for seniors. • We would also like to recognize John Frey who retired from • Partnered with UMass Boston to initiate an Age Friendly our committee and from public service this year. John has been an influential voice on our committee and many oth- Community Needs Assessment. Participated in two co- ers throughout the years and we thank him for his tireless midforums and a written survey distributed to 3,500 dedication to the Lexington community. residents. Council on Aging: - Pictured:Gerry Howell,Julie Ann Shapiro(Co-Chair), Bonnie Teitleman (Secretary), Melissa Interess(Human Services),Sandra Shaw,John Zhao,Jyotsnafjf Kakullavarapu, Sudhir Jain,Suzie Barry(Board of Selectmen), Rich McDonough. Not l;% •',Y, Present:Camille Goodwin, Elizabeth ��' Borghessani(Co- Chair), Ellen Cameron (Vice Chair). TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 103 rOWN COMM ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FENCE VIEWERS ADVISORY COMMITTEE ROLE: To arbitrate fencing disputes, in accordance with ROLE: To provide recommendations to the Board of Massachusetts General Laws,Chapter 49,Sections 1-21. Selectmen on economic development programs and pol- APPOINTED by the Selectmen: David Buczkowski (Chair icies. The Committee recommends programs pertaining and Secretary)and Hank Manz to economic development, educates Lexington taxpayers about economic development issues, provides the Board of HIGHLIGHTS: Selectmen with considerations on specific commercial devel- • It was a very quiet year for the Fence Viewers;requests for opment proposals,reviews economic development incentives Fence Viewer involvement were reduced from last year for specific commercial development proposals, and coor- from four to no complaints. dinates work with other relevant boards and committees on economic development issues to enhance effectiveness and • However,readers may recall a matter from East Lexington avoid redundancy. that was included in last year's report. It was reported that it was resolved without fisticuffs and litigation beyond the APPOINTED by the Board of Selectmen: John McWeeney report cutoff date. Unfortunately it must be reported that (Chair); Narain Bhatia (Vice-Chair); George Burnell, as of September 2019,litigation has been filed. At least the Frederick DeAngelis,Tom Dusel,David Pronchick,Lawrence parties remained civil. Smith, Sigmar Tullman, Charlie Minasian, Charles Hornig (Planning Board Liaison);Doug Lucente and Joe Pato(Board FY19 was relatively quiet in terms of participation by the of Selectmen Liaisons), and Melisa Tintocalis (Economic Fence Viewers. Perhaps, as Robert Frost so ironically said Development Director,Staff). in 1914 and we paraphrase, good fences do make good neighbors.Or as Benjamin Franklin wrote in Poor Richard's HIGHLIGHTS: Almanac, "Love your neighbor; yet don't pull down your Recommended strategies and worked with staff to support a hedge." healthy balance of commercial development in the Town: • Developed strategy for the Hartwell Zoning Initiative to FUND FOR LEXINGTON develop a community-sensitive proposal to enhance com- mercial investment and long-term viability ROLE: To raise funds from Lexington citizens to assist • Worked with a zoning consultant hired by the Town to de- Lexington residents in need,to support beautification projects, velop the proposed zoning changes for the Hartwell Avenue and to seed innovative projects for community betterment. Corridor. APPOINTED by the Board of Selectmen: Douglas Lucente • Supported a new commercial zoning district at 186 Bedford (Chair),Suzanne Barry,Rev.Paul Shupe,Alan Fields,Edmund PP g Grant,Alan Wrigley,and Norman Cohen. Street as well as large scale commercial developments at 65 Hayden Avenue,45 Hartwell Avenue, 91 Hartwell Avenue, HIGHLIGHTS: and 3 Maguire Road • Received over $24,000 in donations from 228 residents in • Attended and provided support for meetings with Hartwell FY19. Avenue property owners and stakeholders to inform and educate owners about the proposed zoning changes • Aided residents with utility,fuel and rent bills that exceeded their resources,and replenished the Human Services Fund • Reviewed a proposed ordinance that would require solar to enable the Town's Human Services Department to assist on all new commercial buildings and recommended to residents who from time to time need assistance with the the Board of Selectmen to not adopt such a policy because necessities of life. it would limit future growth of a property. Instead, the Committee recommended that the Board of Selectmen al- • Joined with the Rotary Club to distribute gift cards for Winter clothing for children in the Town during the holiday low the market to dictate what renewable energy solutions are feasible. season. • Provided Stop &Shop and Market Basket food certificates to the Human Services Department for distribution to those in need. (continued on next page) 104 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT rOWN COMMI Fund for Lexington(continued) • Provided funds for flower barrels in Lexington Center and H A N S C O M AREA TOWNS funded purchase of 14 new flower barrels for Massachusetts COMMITTEES (HATS) Avenue in East Lexington. • Funded scholarships for children of low-income families ROLE: To bring together representatives of the Towns of to enable them to participate in Recreation Department Bedford, Concord, Lexington and Lincoln to consider mat- summer swim programs and other camps. ters of common regional concern. These include,but are not limited to, issues arising out of the operation of Hanscom • Provided resources to kickstart a Dance Festival at the Airfield and the Hanscom Air Force Base. Munroe Center for the Arts to help promote inclusivity and cultural diversity in Lexington. APPOINTED by the Board of Selectmen to represent Lexington: Suzie Barry (Selectman), Nancy Corcoran- • Provided seed money to document and protect historical Ronchetti(Planning Board until March 2019),Robert Peters and architecturally significant houses in Lexington. (Planning Board March 2019-present),and Margaret Coppe. The HATS Chair rotates annually among the four Towns. Lexington chaired HATS until April 2019 at which time GREEN WAY CORRIDORS Lincoln took on Chair responsibilities. COMMITTEE HIGHLIGHTS: ROLE: To identify, actively plan and recommend the imple- • Received an update from Patrice Tedesco, Executive mentation of pedestrian, bicycle and other greenway corri- Director of Freedom's Way Heritage Association, in July dors linking town conservation, recreation and other open 2018. space parcels, and to establish links to regional trail systems • Hosted Scott Anderson,Assistant Director of MIT Lincoln and open space in neighboring communities. Labs,in September 2018. APPOINTED by the Board of Selectmen: Keith Ohmart (Chair),Malcolm Crawford,Peggy Enders,Eileen Entin,Don • Hosted Paul Regan,Executive Director of the Massachusetts Grant, Robert Hausslein, Susan Kenyon, Mike Tabaczynski, Bay Transportation Authority(MBTA) Advisory Board,in Charles Hornig (Planning Board liaison), Mark Sandeen October 2018. (Board of Selectmen liaison), and Alex Dohan (Acting • Hosted Colonel Chad Ellsworth, Commander, 66th Air Conservation Commission liaison). Base Group,Hanscom Air Force Base,in November 2018. HIGHLIGHTS: • Hosted John C. Beatty, Executive Director, Military Asset • Installed Route L connecting Dunback Meadow,Daisy Wilson and Security Strategy Task Force,in January 2019. Meadow,Upper Vine Brook,and Cotton Farm Conservation • Held a community roundtable on local public safety with properties;Tower Park and the Minuteman Bikeway. representatives from the Fire and Police Departments of the • Completed just over 30 route miles to date of approximately four Towns along with Hanscom Air Force Base participat- 40+miles planned. ing in February 2019. • Provided leadership and participated in 2019 Bike/Walk/ • Featured a conversation on 5G wireless technology withCecelia Doucette in April Bus week. • Continued the distribution of ACROSS Lexington bro- • Featured a roundtable on bicycle and pedestrian safety chures utilizing Lexington High students fulfilling their With Jackie DeWolfe, director of Sustainable Mobility Community Service hours requirement. and Michelle Danilla, Complete Streets Engineer with Massachusetts Department of Transportation,in May 2019. • Continued planning process including obtaining formal • Welcomed State Representative Michelle Ciccolo (15th permission from various town boards and committees for proposed Route K connecting West Farm, Sutherland Middlesex) and State Representative Tami Gouveia (14th Woods and Liberty Heights Conservation properties, Middlesex)in June 2019. and Route M connecting Hay-den Woods with Dunback Meadow Conservation properties. • Supervised construction of a 175-foot boardwalk built as several Eagle Scout projects on ACROSS Route H on Bridge School property. TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 105 rOWN COMM HISTORICAL COMMISSION • Applied for and was granted an MHC Survey and Planning Grant to prepare and/or correct property forms represent- ROLE: To preserve and protect historically and architectur- ing Lexington's earliest European cultural heritage (17th ally significant buildings and sites in Lexington,to advise the and 18th centuries)which will be completed in FY20. Building Inspector about issuing demolition permits for sig- nificant buildings, and to support efforts to nominate build- • Reviewed projects that requested funding under the ings for the National Register of Historic Places maintained Community Preservation Act (CPA) and provided rec- by the Secretary of the Interior. ommendations to Town Meeting. Provided input to Community Preservation Committee's annual Needs APPOINTED by the Town Manager for 3-year terms:David Assessment report.Approved town records and"Margaret, Kelland (Chair), Sam Doran, Marilyn Fenollosa, Wendall Lady Lexington"portrait as Historic Resource for purposes Kalsow,and Diane Pursley.Alternate:Katie Flynn. of the Act.Advocacy against Town Meeting warrant article HIGHLIGHTS• to reduce CPA surcharge percentage. • Maintained the Commission's web page (www.historic- ' Participated in panel"Discover Your Home's History"at the surveylexingtonma.gov) that provides public access to Cary Memorial Library. the Townwide Comprehensive Cultural Resources Survey, . Participated in the design and review process for changes which includes scanned inventory forms, period histories, to Massachusetts Avenue on the Center Streetscape Ad Hoc architectural surveys, National Register listings, building Committee. styles and other architectural and historical information; outlines the demolition delay process; and provides links • Participated as Full and Alternate members on Turning Mill to important historic preservation organizations and Neighborhood Conservation District Commission and resources. Pierce/Lockwood Neighborhood Conservation District Commission. • Worked with the Building Department to revise the hand- outs for demolition permit applicants to improve clarity of • Participated on the Historic Districts Commission Ad process. Hoc 40C Study Committee to review existing governing legislation and draft possible amendments. • Reviewed and commented on several state- or federal- ly-funded projects during the year: Massport's Update to • Participated on Hosmer House/Fletcher Park Committee to its Environmental Planning and Status Report (EPSR) on determine possible future uses of historic house and land. Hanscom Field;AT&T Mobility Communication's proposed • Provided ongoing technical guidance in response to communications tower at Follen Church; and MassDOT's resident inquiries. cable and incident detection devices from Waltham Street to Route 128. • Researched the history and architecture of several houses for which demolition applications had been presented. • Reviewed 26 applications for public hearings for demolition permits and/or removal from the inventory.Of the demoli- tion applications,two were determined to constitute prefer- ably preserved buildings and made subject to a demolition delay of a maximum of 12 months. Twenty-three other applications for partial or total demolition were ultimately permitted,due to the condition of the property,the lack of a potential purchaser, the minor nature of the demolition or the lapse of the 12-month period. One property was deemed not preferably preserved and removed from the inventory.Two properties were added to the inventory and two inventory forms were amended. 106 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT rOWN COMM HISTORIC DISTRICTS HOUSING AUTHORITY COMMISSIONROLE: To provide safe,stable,quality affordable housing for ROLE: To promote the educational, cultural, economic and low- and moderate-income persons and to deliver these ser- general welfare of the public through the preservation and pro- vices with integrity and mutual accountability; and to create tection of historic buildings,places and districts through the living environments that serve as catalysts for the transforma- development of appropriate settings for said buildings,places tion from dependency to self-sufficiency. and districts and through the maintenance of said buildings, ELECTED to 5-year terms: Nicholas Santosuosso (Chair), places and districts as landmarks of historic interest. Richard Perry (Vice-Chair), Melinda Walker (Commis- APPOINTED by the Board of Selectmen for overlapping sioner), vacant (Governor Appointee), and Caileen Foley 5-year terms: Anne Eccles (Chair),two members nominated (Executive Director). by the Lexington Historical Society, one member nominated HIGHLIGHTS: by the Arts and Crafts Society, Inc., one member nominated by the Trustees of the Cary Memorial Library,and one mem- • Administered 340 units of State and Federal affordable and ber selected at large by the Board of Selectmen. Associate low-income housing for elderly, families and disabled in- commissioners are nominated by the same agencies. dividuals, 68 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and four MRVP project-based vouchers. HIGHLIGHTS: • Continue to maintain a 100% occupancy rate for all Nous- • Held 62 hearings:42 Formal,17 Continued,three Informal. ing units. • Issued 37 Certificates of Appropriateness,zero denials,one • Awarded over $300,000 in HOME funds for the interior withdrawn. renovation project at Pine Grove Village. • Participated in the Board of Selectmen's Ad-Hoc Committee • Awarded $250,000 in Accessible Unit Funds to renovate for the Center Streetscape. three units at Vynebrooke Village for accessibility. • Consulted on design and siting issues for renovation of the • Awarded $25,000 in Technical Assistance from Lexington Police and Fire stations. Massachusetts Housing Partnership to study any vacant • Approved plans to renovate the Lexington Battle Green and land use. Clark Street. • Completed the following capital improvement projects: • Issued a Certificate of Appropriateness for a new Lexington replacing tables and benches at Greeley Village,site work at Visitors'Center. Greeley Village,tree maintenance at all locations. • Continued to consult on the design and signage issues for • Upcoming capital improvement projects include: roofing the East Lexington roadway improvement project. at scattered sites,interior renovation project at Pine Grove Village,begin feasibility study for bathroom modernization • Held three working meetings to complete an entire update at Vynebrooke Village, carpet replacement at Vynebrooke of the Historic Districts Commission's Guidelines. Village,bathroom and kitchen upgrades in family housing, • Held three public meetings with the Commission and the ramp and porch replacement at Greeley Village. Historic Districts Commission Ad Hoc Ch. 447 Revisions • Processed applications from the statewide Centralized Study Committee: two to engage with residents of the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list, enabling Districts and one for the business community. applicants an opportunity to receive vouchers from other communities. • Consulted on design and siting issues for a public safety antenna at 1625 Massachusetts Avenue. • Joined the State Public Housing Centralized Waiting List, • Issued Certificates of Appropriateness for new construction CHAMP. and separately for restoration of an existing home at 1106 • Worked with the Lexington Planning Department,LexHAB Massachusetts Avenue. and the Lexington Housing Partnership to promote the de- • Commission Chair attended a State and Attorney General's velopment of more affordable housing in Lexington. conference on Demolition by Neglect By-laws • Information and applications can be found at www.lexingtonhousing.org. TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 107 rOWN COMMI HOUSING PARTNERSHIP BOARD • Supported the Regional Housing Services Office LIP appli- cation for Jefferson Drive(Grove Street). ROLE: To promote and support affordable housing activi- ties and to recommend appropriate actions to the Board of • Voted unanimously in favor of Article 38, Amend Zoning Selectmen and the Planning Board. The Partnership seeks to Bylaw and Zoning Map, 186 Bedford Street. Ciampds pro- increase public awareness about the need for affordable hous- posed four affordable units out of 13 total units or 30%.All ing and supports land use regulations that will encourage the 13 units will count on the Subsidized Housing Index or SHI. development of affordable housing. • Maintained a website (www.lexingtonhousingpartnership. APPOINTED by the Board of Selectmen for 3-year terms: org).Website serves as a resource for individuals and fami- Jeri Foutter(Chair),Betsey Weiss(Vice-Chair)Harriet Cohen lies seeking affordable housing. (Secretary) with Mary Haskell, William Kennedy (LexHAB Liaison), Paul Linton, Wendy Manz (Capital Expenditures Committee Liaison),Richard McDonough(Council on Aging HUMAN RIGHTS COMMITTEE Liaison), Joe Pato (Selectmen Liaison), Robert Pressman, Nancy Corcoran-Ronchetti (Planning Board Liaison), ROLE:To promote a community with core values that include Melanie Thompson, Melinda Walker (LHA Designee), and freedom from bigotry, hatred, intolerance, disrespect, and Richard Wolk(Conservation Commission Liaison). destructive conflict among its citizens.The committee aims to build a stronger and more unified Town that respects and rec- HIGHLIGHTS: ognizes both the diversity and commonalities of its citizens, to confront statements and actions that conflict with the core • Discussed and reviewed a National Development presenta- values, and to foster respectful and civil public discourse. It tion for a senior housing project on Belmont Country Club carries out its mission through public advocacy, sponsoring property with 17 affordable units. educational programs,helping other organizations and town • Discussed and reviewed a Department of Housing and departments address conflict by consultation and mediation Community Development (DHCD) presentation about with the parties involved,and reporting civil rights violations Chapters 40R and 40S Massachusetts General Laws overlay to appropriate government agencies.The committee may also zoning districts. assist in planning responses to groups internal or external to the Town that advocate actions antithetical to core values. • Voted unanimously in support of Article 10 (55 & 56 Watertown Street) as proposed by National Development. APPOINTED by the Board of Selectman and Town Manager National Development proposed 21 affordable units, an to serve 3-year staggered terms: James Barry, Jr. (Lexington increase from 18 units,and above the 10%minimum. Police), Bonnie Brodner, Tanya Gisolfi-McCready, Barbara Hamilton(Lexington school senior staff),Fuang-Ying Huang, • Discussed and reviewed a Housing Choice Initiative pre- Sean Osborne,Monami Roy,Koren Stembridge(town senior sentation that designates certain communities that meet a staff),and Jeffrey Toronto. certain threshold and then rewards those communities with funding. HIGHLIGHTS: • Sponsored annual community conversation on race, with approximately 200 attendees (despite very inclement weather),the morning of the 2019 MLK Day of Service.The theme was Dismantling White Privilege and Institutional Racism in Lexington and Beyond: The 400-Year Struggle for Racial Justice.Began program with a multi-racial group consisting of two teenagers and four adults talking about encountering or combatting white privilege and institution- "' al racism in the community. 'l� �1 rtrIDtt,y � • Organized events to recognize and celebrate Lexington's first Race Amity Day,celebrated across the Commonwealth of Massachusetts on the second Sunday of June, with the goal of encouraging friendship,collegiality,civility,respect and kindness as the commonly shared ideals of the collec- Housing Partnership Board:Standing L-R: Mary Haskell, Robert (continued on next page) Pressman, Betsey Weiss,Vice Chair and Mark Sandeen, Board of Selectmen Liaison.Seated L-R: Melinda Walker and Jeri Foutter,Chair 108 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT rOWN COMMI Human Right Committee(continued) tive citizenry of Lexington. The committee recognizes that HIGHLIGHTS: the people of Lexington are its greatest asset and that the . It was a time of transition for the Committee as Charlotte community is comprised of multicultural,multiethnic,and multiracial citizens. Rodgers retired from her role as Human Services Director in November 2018,and Melissa Interess took over as Acting • Continued to work with the Lexington Public Schools and Director until her appointment in February 2019 as the Lexington Police to response to hate fueled graffiti incidents Human Services Director. at the High School. . During this past year the HSC learned more about the work • Investigated Lexington residents'discrimination complaints of the Mental Health Task Force through the participation based on age,ethnicity,religion,or country of origin. of Committee members Martha Kurland and Pam Joshi. • Participated in Lexington Discovery Day. • The Committee continued to be interested in the inaugu- ration of the William James INTERFACE Referral Service, • Worked with Lexington Public Schools to start piloting Not which it had strongly supported in its presentation to the In Our Schools at an elementary school. Joint Mental Health Summit (Board of Selectmen and • Began planning for first No Hate November events to help School Committee) the prior year. The service began with address discrimination and hate in the community(includ- strong participation, and the Committee continued to ing anti-Semitism and ableism)and to increase discussions brainstorm about ways to make the community more aware around discrimination based on many facets of identity, of the service. including ethnicity, religion, race, sexual orientation, dis- • The new Outreach Coordinator, Sharon Gunda,was intro- ability,and mental illness. duced to the Committee and described her role. The HSC • Ongoing: To continue community outreach activities so specifically recommended that this position be included in that more people know of the committee's charge,to facili- the budget through the Joint Mental Health Summits. tate conversations that grow the awareness of human rights . Melissa Interess and Tony Serio continued to update the issues in Lexington,and to train committee members,town Committee on their activities and the requests for services personnel, interested residents, and Lexington business in areas of financial need, counseling, recreation passes, owners to respond appropriately to acts of bigotry,hatred, and their participation with other town committees and the intolerance and disrespect. schools,as well as other initiatives with senior services. Current HSC goals are: HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE . To continue to review and update the charge of the HSC. ROLE:The Human Services Committee(HSC)is advisory to . To work with Town Boards and Committees to ensure that the Board of Selectmen. In that capacity the Committee rec- all segments of the Town's human service needs are being ommends human services policies, goals, and priorities and identified and addressed. advocates for needed social service programs and services in Lexington. • To continue to seek new members who reflect greater cul- APPOINTED by the Board of Selectmen: Lea Gardner tural and demographic diversity. Elkin(Co-Chair),Gail Fields (Co-Chair),Pam Joshi,Martha . To help make information about the William James Kurland,Bonnie Tenpas,Helen Walsh,Leslie Zales. INTERFACE Referral Service more widely accessible. LIAISONS AND STAFF:Doug Lucente(Selectmen liaison), Betty Borghesani(COA Board liaison),Kate Colburn,(School Committee liaison), Anthony Serio (Assistant Director of Youth and Family Services),Melissa Interess(Human Services Director). Members'Terms ending:Helen Walsh,Bonnie Tenpas. TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 109 rOWN COMMI LEXINGTON CENTER LEXINGTON HOUSING COMMITTEE ASSISTANCE BOARD (LEXHAB) ROLE:To advise the Board of Selectmen and business com- ROLE: To expand the Town's inventory of affordable hous- munity on managing change in Lexington Center in order ing for rental to families of low and moderate income,with to ensure the Center's long-term viability, while preserving preference when possible to those who work and live in its historical significance as well as the integrity of adjacent Lexington. LexHAB also administers the condominium neighborhoods. resale restrictions in place at Muzzey Condominiums and APPOINTED by the Board of Selectmen: Jerold Michelson elsewhere, and consults with Town boards when afford- (Chair), Frederic Johnson and Howard Levin (Vice-Chairs), able units are to be provided by higher-density private or Michael Boudett, Richard Brown, Katherine Huang, Jeffrey municipal housing developments,. LexHAB also develops Lyon, Pamela Lyons, Pamela Shadley, Peter Siy, David affordable housing on land designated by the town for that Tabeling. Liaisons: Frank Smith (Capital Expenditures purpose. These projects include accessible units and net-zero Committee), Bob Creech (Planning Board), and Joe Pato energy construction.LeXHAB's inventory of 72 units consists and Jill Hai (Board of Selectmen). Staff. Melisa Tintocalis of scattered site singles and duplexes, condominium units, (Economic Development and family style homes. Operating expenses are covered by rents. None of these expenses are funded under the Town's HIGHLIGHTS• operating budget. LexHAB will continue to acquire or de- velop affordable housing units in concert with the Lexington • Engaged in ongoing discussions on activating Lexington Housing Partnership and the Housing Authority so the town Center by attracting businesses, adjusting zoning regula- can maintain a 10% minimum of the total number of hous- tions, and influencing Center programing to create a wel- ing units in the town. The development of units is funded coming business community. by LexHAB and Community Preservation Act (CPA) funds • Continued work with the Economic Development Director approved by Town Meeting. and the Parking Management group on enhancements to APPOINTED by the Board of Selectmen for 3-year over- the Parking Management plan. lapping terms: William Kennedy (Chair), Robert Burbidge • Reviewed proposed Pole Banner and Street Banner policies (Vice-Chair), William Hays, Gerald Howell, Lester Savage, for Lexington Center. Martha Wood, Robert Phelan,Donna Leary, and Henry Liu. Selectmen Liaison: Suzie Barry Office Manager: Pearlene • Worked with the Planning Board to address standalone Varjabedian. automatic teller machine zoning in the central business dis- The LexHAB administrative team consists of an Executive trict. The Committee planned to bring a joint amendment Director, a Housing Manager, and an accounting function to the Special Town Meeting during the fall. performed by contractor Karen Iverson of IMK Associates • Supported the efforts to install additional electric auto- since 2007. mobile charging stations at the Depot Lot, NStar Lot, and Muzzey Street Lot. HIGHLIGHTS: • Continued to advocate for the funding and implementation Administration of the Center Streetscape based on the ad-hoc committee's . Decided at the end of the previous year that the adminis- recommendations. trative effort to manage ten-ants,properties, and projects, • Continued to communicate with the Department of Public While complying with increased regulations and over-sight, Works regarding the need for the upkeep and cleanliness of required the addition of an Executive Director. The first Lexington Center,ensuring effective use of resources. round of interviewing for an Executive Director was un- successful. A second round was initiated in Au-gust 2018. • Supported the 7th year implementation of the Parklet at Two candidates were interviewed. At its October 24, 2018 the same location as the prior year for the summer of 2019 meeting, LexHAB . approved the appointment of Patrick and the 3rd summer of street furniture and Edison lights at Goddard as Executive Director. Grain Mill Alley. (continued on next page) • Worked with David Williams to plant and maintain the flower barrels in the Center. • Continued to encourage citizens to support Lexingtons businesses in order to maintain a vital town center. 110 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT rOWN COMMI LEXIMB(continued) • Administrative staff reviewed available software packages NOISE ADVISORY COMMITTEE for managing applicants, leases, properties, and mainte- nance. Online software PHA-Web was recommended due ROLE: To advise the Board of Selectmen on issues related to its ability to establish workflows for managing leases,its to the noise by-law. The Committee (a) annually reviews ability to store documents online,and its paperless work or- the noise by-law and regulatory process, suggests updates der system. LexHAB approved the selection and a contract or amendments and,if required,proposes appropriations so was established in February.Implementation is ongoing. that the noise by-law and regulations can be effectively imple- mented,(b)works closely with other Town committees,Town Projects departments,neighborhoods dealing with noise related prob- e 241 Grove Street (Wright Farm) . The Aulson Company, lems, and the Hanscom Area Towns (HATS) Environmental LLC of Methuen, MA was contracted in the summer of Subcommittee,and(c)reviews recorded complaints and filed 2018 to renovate the 4-bedroom farmhouse for LexHAB.In complaint forms concerning disturbing noise on a quarterly addition to Aulson,Minuteman Technical High School stu- basis,and reports areas of concern to the Selectmen. dents have completed work, supervised by their teacher,as APPOINTED by the Board of Selectmen: Lee Minardi (res- part of their school curriculum. Lester Savage has overseen ident and Chair), Nick Afshartous (resident), Daniel Koretz the project for LexHAB and projects the work to be com- (resident),Mark McConnel(resident),Holly Sweet(resident, pleted and the single-family home be ready for occupancy joined in July), Richard Canale (Planning Board liaison), late winter of 2019/2020. David Pinsonneault (Department of Public Works liaison), • Lowell Street (Farmview): The project to construct six Joe Pato (Board of Selectmen liaison, January - April), and units of affordable housing on Lowell Street adjacent to Mark Sandeen(Board of Selectmen liaison,May-December) Lexington Community Farm was bid twice in 2018. In HIGHLIGHTS• February the lone responsive bid of$4,659,000 was rejected as being significantly over the appropriation of$2,684,653. • Continued its efforts to mitigate noise and air pollution In July,the same contractor bid$3,763,00 and again the bid caused by powered lawn care equipment,both gas and elec- was rejected. In May 2019 the project was bid as a modular tric, in general, and gas-powered leaf blowers specifically. construction project under Chapter 149 section 44E. The Researched the bylaws of neighboring towns with a focus project base contract was awarded to Triumph Modular on towns with best practices regarding the use of powered Construction for$2,776,530.Contracting for Landscaping/ lawn care equipment. Made a presentation to the Board of Fencing($168,012) and Solar($82,215)will be required to Selectmen in December 2018, providing an overview of a complete the project.LexHAB will investigate supplemental proposal to revise the permitted hours for powered lawn sources of funding as an alternative to funding the work care equipment and the full restriction of gas-powered leaf from LeXHAB's reserves. blowers during the summer. The committee then started the task of informing select Town departments, relevant • Vine Street: LexHAB has been holding off on developing local organizations, and the public. From this feedback a the Vine Street site until the Busa Farm project was under revised draft for noise bylaw revisions was developed. A construction. It is now anticipated that LexHAB will re- more concentrated effort to inform stakeholders and get quest design funds for Vine Street from the Community feedback will be the primary focus for the upcoming year. Preservation Committee for consideration at the next an- The date to bring the proposed bylaw changes for a vote at nual Town Meeting. Town Meeting has been moved out to the fall of 2020. • 22 Hamblen Street: LexHAB purchased 22 Hamblen Street in the fall of 2018.The 3-bedroom home has been renovat- ed with new windows,kitchen cabinets, and electrical and -r plumbing improvements at a cost of approximately$53,169. The home will be available through a lottery performed in conjunction with the Town of Lexington for occupancy b j g P Y Y Ap Z/70 v i a town employee who meets the requirements of family size �� appropriate for the home and family income not exceeding 100%of the areas median income. Noise Advisory Committee: Mark Sandeen,April Wang, Holly Sweet, Dan Koretz, Lee Minardi, Mark McConnell; Backrow: Minuteman (not an active committee member); Not pictured: Nick Afshartous. TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 111 rOWN COMM PERMANENT BUILDING • The Lexington Children's Place(LCP)is being accomplished COMMITTEE on a severely compressed schedule.DiNisco Design expedi- tiously prepared the bid documents which were put out for ROLE: To provide ongoing expertise and experience in Chapter 149 bid In Au-gust 2018. CTA Construction was managing the scope, cost, and schedule for the design and the successful bidder and broke ground on 2 October 2018. construction of selected capital building projects, including Construction Is compressed,with occupancy scheduled for hiring design professionals, obtaining construction bids, August 2019. entering into contracts for design and construction, and . UWS Construction continued its selective renovation con- overseeing the construction and commissioning phase. The tract at 173 Bedford Street,the site of the temporary home Public Building Committee (PBC) actively collaborates with of both the Fire Department and subsequently the Police Lexington's Department of Public Facilities(DPF). Station. Construction of the temporary facility was com- APPOINTED by the Town Manager for (a) 3-year overlap- pleted in mid-October 2018. Tecton Architects continued ping terms:Jonathan Himmel and Richard Perry(Co-Chairs), with the design of the permanent Fire Headquarters. G&R Phillip Coleman, Charles Favazzo, Peter Johnson, and Carl Contractors was awarded the contract for the permanent Oldenburg and (b)project specific liaisons:Peter Kelley and fire station; construction started in late Fall 2018 and is Joel Berman for the Visitors Center, Curt Barrentine and scheduled to be completed by April 2020. Thereafter, 173 Andrew Clarke for the Has-tings Elementary School, Robert Bedford Street will be vacated and readied as the Lexington Cunha and Joseph Sirkovich for the Fire Station,Hank Manz Police department's temporary home. Tecton Architects for the Lexington Community Center,and Teresa Wilson for started its Schematic Design service in May 2019 on the the Lexington Children's Place. Police Station project. HIGHLIGHTS: • The Lexington Visitors Center designed by Mills Whitaker was bid In April 2019. L.D. Russo successfully bid the • Bond Brothers of Everett was hired to renovate the Clarke project and construction activities started immediately and Diamond Middle schools. DiNisco Design provided after Patriots Day 2019,with construction scheduled to be full design services for the project,with Hill International completed prior to the Patriots Day 2020 celebrations.DPF providing Owner Project Manager (OPM) services. DPF and the PBC monitored work on behalf of the Town. and the PBC monitored the work of the Architect, OPM, and contractor on behalf of the Town. The multiple phase • The PBC prepared several Sustainability Policy drafts in collaboration with the current and former Town Managers, construction work received incremental Temporary Certificates of Occupancy until the project was completed Superintendent of Schools,select members of the Board of in September 2018. Selectmen, select members of the School Committee, and the Sustainable Lexington Committee. Although the poli- • The Hastings Elementary School project design proceeded cy being replaced dates back to 2005, Lexington has been following MSBXs Schematic Design approval. DiNisco continually refining its sustainable and resilient practices Design finished Design Development and Construction utilizing a checklist/matrix. The checklist/matrix was first Documents creating multiple bid pack-ages to dovetail with deployed on the Estabrook School project and then refined Walsh Brothers bidding and construction phasing strategy. and updated with each subsequent project--i.e.,all projects Dore&Whittier Management Partners,the project's OPM, listed in this report. The current version of this checklist/ have reviewed and reported on DiNisco Design and Walsh matrix was updated in conjunction with the Sustainable Brothers' work. Walsh Brothers commenced its onsite ac- Lexington Committee and is being used on the Police tivity in June 2018,looking toward an anticipated February Station project. 2020 occupancy. Afterschool activities were transferred to the new building. Construction will continue into the Fall of 2020 with the demolition of the old Hastings School and the balance of the site work. The building will be "solar ready"when it is turned over for occupancy. DPF and the PBC oversee the work on behalf of the Town. 112 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT rOWN COWW RECREATION COMMITTEE REGIONAL PLANNING AGENCIES ROLE: To plan and administer public parks, playgrounds, Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) athletic fields and recreational facilities in the town. The ROLE: As the regional planning agency representing 101 committee is charged with administering, expanding, and communities in the metropolitan Boston area, including promoting recreation,leisure activities, play, sports,physical Lexington, to serve as a forum for state and local officials fitness,and education for all citizens. to address regional issues. Council members collaborate in APPOINTED by the Town Manager: Rick DeAngelis the development of comprehensive plans and recommen- (Chair), Lisah Rhodes (Vice-Chair), Lisa O'Brien, Ruixi dations in the areas of population and employment, trans- Yuan,and Francesca Pfrommer. Liaisons: Suzie Barry(Board portation, economic development, regional growth, and the of Selectmen), Deepika Sawhney (School Committee). Sub- environment.MAPC is one of the 22 members of the Boston Committee:Lincoln Park. Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), which carries out the federally-mandated transportation planning process HIGHLIGHTS: for the region. MAPC is also the federally-designated eco- • Expanded Adaptive and Inclusion Services for residents of nomic development district for the region, responsible for all abilities. creating an annual economic development plan. The Council provides technical assistance and professional resources in • Continued to include recommendations from the 2017 land use, the environment, housing, transportation, water Recreation Facilities and ADA Compliance Study into the resources management,economic development,demograph- capital planning process. is and socioeconomic data, legislative policy, and interlocal • Approved and funded the following capital projects: partnerships which strengthen the efficient and effective op- Athletic Facility Lighting (CPA), Center Track and Field eration of local governments. Reconstruction (CPA/Levy), Pine Meadows Equipment APPOINTED by the Selectmen as MAPC Lexington (Rec Enterprise),and Feasibility Study of the Old Reservoir Representative for a 3-year term (2018 — 2021): Richard Bathhouse Renovation(CPA). Canale; appointed as the Alternate MAPC Lexington • Expanded programs and services, including both indoor Representative for a 3-year term(2018—2021):Sheila Page and outdoor pickleball. Seven tennis courts have been lined HIGHLIGHTS: and equipped for pickleball programming, creating multi • Supported Regional Housing Services, including use hard court facilities the WestMetro Home Consortium and MetroWest Collaborative Development. • Provided Lexington with planning data and analyses, in- cluding population,employment,and household forecasts. • Began MetroCommon 2050,Greater Boston's next regional plan. MAPC Minuteman Advisory Group on Interlocal Coordination (MAGIC) ROLE: As one of MAPC's eight subregions, to discuss and work on issues of interlocal concern. Lexington is in the Minuteman Advisory Group on Interlocal Coordination (MAGIC) subregion. Other MAGIC towns are: Acton, .. Bedford, Bolton, Boxborough, Carlisle, Concord, Hudson, ®. �t Lincoln,Littleton,Maynard,Stow,and Sudbury.MAGIC par- -„ Recreation Committee:(Back row,left to right)Suzie Barry, Liaison to ticipates in The Boston Metropolitan Planning Organization BOS,Staff: Dave Pinsonneault, DPW Director, Melissa Battite, Director through its membership on the Regional Transportation of Recreation&Community Programs,Christine Dean,Community Advisory Council. Center Director, Peter Coleman,Asst Director of Recreation,Chris Filadoro,Supt of Public Grounds.(Front row,left to right)Lisa O'Brien, APPOINTED by the Selectmen as MAGIC Representative: Lisah Rhodes(Vice Chair), Francesca Pfrommer, Rick DeAngelis Jill Hai. Appointed by the Planning Board as MAGIC (Chair) Not in photo: Ruixi Yuan. Representative:Charles Hornig (continued on next page) TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 113 rOWN COMMI S Regional Planning Agencies(continued) Boston Metropolitan Planning Organization(MPO) Battle Road Scenic Byway Committee ROLE:To conduct the federally required metropolitan trans- ROLE: To oversee and implement the Battle Road Scenic portation-planning process for the Boston metropolitan area. Byway Corridor Management Plan. The Commit-tee con- The MPO develops a vision for the region and then decides sists of five voting member entities: the Towns of Arlington, how to allocate federal and some state transportation funds Lexington, Lincoln, and Concord plus the Minute Man to programs and projects - roadway, transit, bicycle, and National Historical Park. pedestrian-that support that vision. The Boston MPO is re- MEMBERS: two or three representatives designated by the sponsible for producing three key Certification Documents: local elected officials of each of the four communities and a Regional Transportation Plan (RTP), Transportation representative from the Minute Man National Historical Park. Improvement Program (TIP), and Unified Planning Work Program(UPWP). APPOINTED in 2016 for a three-year term by the Selectmen as Lexington's Representatives to the Battle Road Scenic The Town of Lexington, represented by its Selectmen Chair Byway Committee:Richard Canale(Elected Committee Vice- Doug Lucente, continued serving its elected 3-year term Chair), Aaron Henry (replaced by Sheila Page), and Polly (2017-2020) representing the 73 MPO towns within the 101 Kienle.Selectmen's Liaison:Jill Hai city and town organization. APPOINTED by the Selectmen as Lexington's Designee: HIGHLIGHTS: Richard Canale & David Kucharsky, Alternate Designee: . Continued development of the BRSB Web presence Sheila Page. www.battleroadbyway.org through a contract with Selbert HIGHLIGHTS• Perkins Consultants. • Completed the MPO East Lexington reconstruction • Continued a formal relationship with the Freedom's Way project (80% Federal funding and 20% state funding) on Heritage Association through an MOU. Massachusetts Avenue from Pleasant Street to Marrett . Fostered inter-town and state stakeholder communications Avenue on the FFY 2016 Transportation Improvement Program. • Is considering moving the Hartwell/Bedford/Wood SCHOLARSHIP AND EDUCATION Transportation Long Range Transportation Plan project FUND COMMITTEE from 2021-2025 to the 2030-2034 time-frame as the Route 4/225 (Bedford Street) and Hart-well Avenue (Lexington) ROLE: To oversee the distribution of funds, which are col- (604619)project at$48,922,700 lected bi-annually through the tax bill solicitation, to the Lexington Scholarship Fund and the Lexington Education Boston MPO: Regional Transportation Foundation,per donor request. Advisory Council APPOINTED by the Board of Selectmen: David Williams ROLE: To provide public policy advice to the Boston MPO (Chair) with Thomas Fenn from the Lexington Scholarship members on regional transportation issues and specific MPO Committee, Riaz Adamjee (until September 30, 2018) and actions. The Council is composed of 60 representatives from Karen Orf(beginning October 1, 2018) from the Lexington cities and towns,MAPC subregions,professional transporta- Education Foundation, and Dr. Julie Hackett from the tion and planning associations,advocacy and advisory groups, Lexington School Department. transportation providers,and various state and regional agen- cies.Lexington is an ex officio non-voting member. HIGHLIGHTS: HIGHLIGHT: 57 donations were received and were allocated as follows: • Lexington maintains a voice in transportation planning • $2,990 in donations was designated and distributed to the and project selection through the Regional Transportation Lexington Scholarship Fund. Advisory Council as an ex officio nonvoting member. . $2,700 in donations Richard Canale and David Kucharsky represent the Town in that capacity. 114 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT rOWN COMMI SUSTAINABLE LEXINGTON TAX DEFERRAL AND COMMITTEE EXEMPTION STUDY COMMITTEE ROLE: To advise the Board of Selectmen on proposals that ROLE:To review and recommend to the Board of Selectmen affect Lexington's sustainability and resilience and to rec- options for the deferral or exemption of local property taxes ommend, develop, and monitor programs designed to en- under existing state law,or by home rule petition for a special hance Lexington's long-term sustainability and resilience in act of the state legislature, that might enhance or make ac- response to environmental,resource, and energy challenges. cessible the property tax relief currently available to elderly, The Committee focuses its efforts on Town, residential, and low-income,disabled or otherwise deserving residents. commercial assets,programs,and activities. APPOINTED by the Board of Selectmen: Vicki Blier and APPOINTED by the Board of Selectmen for a 3-year term: Patricia Costello(Co-Chairs),Richard Bair,Jane Current,Pam Dan Voss (Chairperson), Todd Rhodes (Vice- Chair), Celis Joshi, with Joe Pato (Selectmen Liaison), John Bartenstein Brisbin, Paul Chernick, Marcia Gens, Rick Reibstein, and (Appropriations Committee Liaison), and Carolyn Kosnoff Charlie Wyman,with Joe Pato(Selectmen Liaison). (Staff Liaison). HIGHLIGHTS: HIGHLIGHTS: • Worked to implement the Sustainable Lexington Plan • Created an insert promoting Lexingtons senior property (approved in August 2018) and to move several related ini- tax deferral program which was included with first quarter tiatives forward.As part of that process,the committee has real estate tax bills. assigned responsibilities for each of the 10 sectors to a small • provided research and input to the Residential Exemption team of committee members that is tasked with reaching out to other stakeholders and prioritizing initiatives. Policy Study Committee,which is considering the exemp- tion for Lexington property owners. • Supported the Town Manager in his efforts to hire a Town Sustainability Director who will be tasked with coordinating • Assisted the Assessor's Office in updating the Property Tax with all Town departments to consider sustainability in their Relief Programs brochure with current information on the decision making processes, implementing the Sustainable Massachusetts Circuit Breaker tax credit and the Federal Action Plan,and securing grants to support these efforts. Reserve interest rate to be used for deferrals. Also assisted • Worked with the Town Manager to establish an Integrated in revising the cover letter for property tax deferral applica- tions to clarify the change in the interest rate if ownership Building Policy that will establish a process to consider changes. energy efficiency, solar energy generation, and indoor air quality for Town buildings early in the building design pro- • Joined with the Property Tax Relief Committee of the cess.This policy will be critical to the Town's ability to make Massachusetts Council on Aging (MCOA) to follow prop- important design decisions for the new police station and erty tax exemptions and deferral legislation and programs new school buildings. offered by other communities.Presented the MCOA appeal • Ensured that the new Hastings Elementary School imple- for more fair tax deferral legislation at Support Aging in ments solar energy and energy storage systems to power its Massachusetts Lobby Day at the Massachusetts State House ground source heat pump system so that the building can on March 11. come as close as possible to achieving the goal of a net-zero . Met with the Lexington Council on Aging Board to present emissions building. current senior tax deferral and exemption programs that • Worked with Town departments to encourage residents help to keep seniors in their homes and to ask the board for to participate in curbside compost pickup (Black Earth help in communicating these programs. Composting)and recycling and to minimize the volume of . The committee continues to do research and to participate solid waste generated. in discussions with town officials to maintain eligibility • Encouraged residents to take advantage of Mass Save pro- standards for the Town's deferral program that are both grams to improve the comfort and energy efficiency of their fiscally prudent and beneficial to deserving property own- homes and to save money on home improvements. ers.A Selectman's motion to raise the eligibility standard to • Encouraged Town departments and residents to replace households with incomes of up to$75,000 was approved by fossil-fuel powered equipment with electric equipment to the Spring 2019 Town Meeting for the FY20 property tax reduce emissions, noise, and improve health. These efforts year. include the purchase of electric lawncare equipment by the DPW to care for Town property. TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 115 rOWN COMM S TOURISM COMMITTEE the same exhibit designer was hired for the interpretive rails that will be on the Battle Green and at the base of Belfry Hill. ROLE: To create economic opportunities through tourism The Historic Districts Commission approved the overall plan and foster an environment where the Town attractions, or- with a few details requiring further review.Work should com- ganizations,and businesses collaborate to enhance the visitor mence in the coming year. experience. The Committee welcomed Casey Hagerty as the new APPOINTED by the Board of Selectmen: Dawn McKenna Economic Development Coordinator focusing on tourism (Chair),Marsha Baker,Kerry Brandin,Margaret Coppe,Bebe and Katie Johnson as the new Visitors Center Manager. Fallick, Jon Himmel, Trisha Perez Kennealy, Erica McAvoy, and Wim Nijenberg. Liaisons:Doug Lucente(Selectman)re- TOWN CELEBR1TIONS placed by Jill Hai(Selectman), and Fred Johnson (Lexington Center Committee). Staff: Casey Hagerty (Economic COMMITTEE Development Coordinator). ROLE:To plan and carry out proper observances of Patriots' HIGHLIGHTS: Day, Memorial Day, Veterans Day and all such holidays and Construction of the new Visitors Center began in May 2019 special events as the Board of Selectmen may designate. with a ground-breaking ceremony. The Visitors Center APPOINTED by the Board of Selectmen for overlapping is scheduled to be completed by Patriots' Day 2020. The 3-year terms:Lorain Marquis(Chair),June Baer(Vice-Chair), Tourism Committee dedicated significant time and efforts to Kimberly Coburn, Linda Dixon, Karen Gaughan, Cerise the following endeavors: Jalelian, Sondra Lucente, Julie Miller, William Mix, Geetha Padaki, Sandra Podgorski, and Bob Tracy. Subcommittee: • Worked with stakeholders,the Board of Selectmen,finance Glen Bassett, Suzanne Caton, Wei Ding, Mary Hutton, Paul committees, and Town Meeting to address questions and W. Jenkins, Ashley Lattimore,Wayne Miller, Geetha Padaki, concerns including the movement of Visitor Operations to a temporary location in the Cary Memorial Building. Rita Pandey, Ashley Rooney, Sue Stering, David Taylor, and Samuel Zales. Members Emeriti: C. Jean Coates and • Worked with staff and outside vendors to develop program- Henry Murphy. ming for the new building. LIAISON: Jill Hai (Selectman). Staff: Gina Rada (Veterans' • Secured outside funding to reduce the burden on taxpayers. Service Officer). A Visitors Center Stabilization Fund was established to ac- HIGHLIGHTS: cept non-tax levy funds. Thus far,the project has received $200,000 in state appropriations, a grant of$200,000 from Veterans'Breakfast: Saturday,November 3,2018 the Massachusetts Cultural Facilities Fund, a $2,500 grant The Town Celebrations Committee along with Lexington- from the Community Endowment of Lexington,donations Bedford Veterans' Services Office sponsored a Veterans' from private donors, and commitments from the Lions Breakfast on Saturday, November 3, 2018 in Keilty Hall at Club and the Lexington Chamber of Commerce. Nearly Saint Brigid Church. Over 200 Veterans and guests attend- $500,000 has been raised from non-municipal sources. ed. The Rotary Club of Lexington also supported the event. Private donations can be made at www.tourlexington.us/ Newly elected State Representative Michelle Ciccolo was the visitor-center/pages/donate-our-new-visitor-center. guest speaker. The Committee provided a slide show for the The Tourism Committee continues to focus on developing veterans as well as military music and door prizes. policy geared at creating economic development opportu- Veterans Day: Sunday,November 11,2018 nities through tourism under the Economic Development Office. To that end, the Committee recommended that staff Colonel Mark Wilson, US Air Force Reserves,was the guest utilize available FY19 appropriated funds to work with an speaker. At the ceremonies inside Cary Hall, the Lexington outside consultant to develop a more comprehensive market- Police Department Honor Guard posted the Colors. ing plan applicable to a website,calendar,and logo,as well as Reverend Mason, Revolution Church, gave the Invocation events,advertising,and social media. and Benediction. Suzanne Barry presented greetings from The Tourism Committee and Department of Public Works the Board of Selectmen. Colonel Mark Wilson,US Air Force have continued work on the Battle Green Masterplan,which Reserves, led the Pledge of Allegiance. The Lexington High is being coordinated with the Visitors Center project,and School Band played the National Anthem under the direction of Justin Aramati. (continued on next page) 116 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT rOWN COWF!"rEE5 Town Celebrations Committee(continued) The highlight of the program resulted from the collabora- Memorial Day: Monday,May 27, 2019 tion between the Town Celebrations Committee and Michael The Memorial Day Parade was scheduled to be led by Jim Egbert, history teacher at Lexington High School. Both the Ramsey. Unfortunately, Jim was unable to attend and his Committee and Michael felt strongly that Lexington High speech was read by Linda Dixon. The parade also included School students would benefit from a greater understanding Lexington Veterans, Lexington Boy Scouts, and Lexington of Veterans Day and what it means to be a veteran.Due to this Girl Scouts. Members of The Town Celebrations Committee collaboration, 15 Lexington High School students submitted assisted with the laying of wreaths at several monuments and written essays. Several of these students recited their essays, memorials. General Logan's Orders of the Day were read and a number of students displayed posters. by Captain Commanding Steve Connors of the Lexington Patriots'Day:Monday,April 15,2019 Minutemen Company.Fr.Paul Sughrue from St.Brigid Parish gave the Invocation and Benediction. The National Anthem Youth parade and morning ceremonies: The Patriots' Day was played by The Lexington High School Band under the Morning Parade was canceled due to inclement weather. direction of Justin Aramati and was sung by Lorelei Marcell. Patriots' Day ceremonies were held in Cary Hall. Anthony Greetings from the Board of Selectmen were delivered by Joe Marbardy and Alessia Caira,LHS Class of 2019,and Members pato. of the Lexington Youth Commission were the Co-Masters of Ceremonies for the Morning Ceremonies in Cary Hall. Paul Shupe from Hancock Church gave the Invocation and TOWN REPORT COMMITTEE Benediction. Lorelei Marcell accompanied by the Lexington High School Band under the direction of Justin Aramanti ROLE: To compile, edit, and prepare reports and photo- sang the National Anthem. graphs for the Lexington Annual Report prior to the March The following awards were presented: Town Meeting. The annual report contains summaries of the activities of town departments, boards and committees, as • Dan H.Fenn,Jr.Award:Barry Cunha well as basic statistical, financial, electoral, and historic data • Youth Recognition Awards:Paola Kefallinos for the year. • Minuteman Cane Award:Pat Costello APPOINTED by the Board of Selectmen for a 1-year term: Nancy Cowen(Coordinator),Victoria Sax(Layout Designer), • White Tricorn Hat:Carla Fortmann David Tabeling(Photographer),with Gloria Amirault,Janice Litwin,Susan Myerow,Varsha Ramanathan,Julia Thompson, Patriots' Day Afternoon Parade: Norman Cohen served as and Shana York (Editors). Grand Marshal.The 2019 Float winners were the following: HIGHLIGHTS: • Commercial,first place:Wagon Wheel Nursery • Collected,edited,and prepared 74 reports,with additional • Commercial,second place:Mahoney's Garden Center sub-reports, and tables for the FY18 annual report includ- • Civic,first place:Lexington Minutemen ing photographs of people and events. • Civic, second place: The U.S. Submarine Veterans, • 600 copies of this report were printed by the LPS Print Marblehead Base Center and were distributed for town residents in the li- brary,community center,town hall,as well as the offices of • Youth,first place:The Girl Scouts the Town Manager, Town Clerk, and Board of Selectmen. • Youth,second place:Lexington High School Best Buddies 200 of these copies were made available to Town Meeting members prior to the Town Meeting in March 2019. • Youth, third place: Lexington Youth Commission/ • A digital copy of this report was placed in the public records Outstanding Youth Award section of the town website, and residents were alerted to this through the Lexington email group. TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 117 rOWN COMM TRANSPORTATION ADVISORY TREE COMMITTEE COMMITTEEROLE: To promote preservation and protection of public ROLE:The Transportation Advisory Committee(TAC)initi- shade trees and certain trees on private property. Work with ates and supports efforts to maintain and enhance public tran- the Tree Warden to plant trees throughout the Town and de- sit options in Lexington,and advises the Board of Selectmen velop regulations and manuals for promulgation by the Board and other town boards and committees on issues that concern of Selectmen. alternatives to single-occupancy vehicle travel. TAC works APPOINTED by the Board of Selectmen for 3-year terms: closely with the town's Transportation Manager on issues and Gerald Paul (Chair), Gloria Bloom, Jewel Kuljian, Patricia projects related to Lexpress and other transportation options. Moyer, Anne Senning, Nancy Sofen, and James Wood. APPOINTED by the Board of Selectmen for 3-year over- Liaisons:Mark Sandeen(Board of Selectmen),Robert Creech lapping terms: Hank Manz (Co-Chair), Andra Bennett (Co- (Planning Board),and Christopher Filadoro(Lexington Tree Chair), Sara Arnold, Sally Castleman, and Elaine Dratch. Warden). Liaisons:Bob Creech(Planning Board),Sudhir Jain(Council HIGHLIGHTS• on Aging),Susan Barrett(Transportation Services,Manager), and Mark Sandeen(Board of Selectmen),newly appointed. • Investigated methods to provide data concerning removal of trees not covered by the Lexington Tree Bylaw. HIGHLIGHTS: • Provided input to the Lexington Comprehensive Plan • Participated in stakeholder meetings, public forums, and Advisory Committee and the Special Permit Residential reviews related to the Efficiency & Regionalization grant Development Zoning Bylaw Amendment Committee (ad (also known as the Tri-Town Transit Study). hoc). • Advocated for keeping MBTA fares from rising. • Submitted a letter to the Board of Selectmen endorsing • Reviewed public comment on a range of transportation Lexington to become a Bee City USA affiliate. issues. • Participated in the Community Resilience Building • Participated in the MBTA Focus 40 forum. Workshop and submitted a letter of support for a grant to develop an Urban Forestry Management Plan. • Provided representation on the Transportation Safety . Developed a list of information needs for increased visibili- Group. ty of tree-related subjects. • Supported and participated in Lexington's Bike Walk N'Bus . Reviewed the landscape plan for the new Visitors Center. Week events. • Participated in the Transportation Options Open House. • Submitted comments to the Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources concerning proposed changes to the RPS • Participated in Back-to-School night events. Class I(Renewable Energy Portfolio Standard—Class I)and RPS Class 11 regulations. The Tree Committee encouraged • Attended Comprehensive Plan transportation forums. continued momentum with passage of H.853 and discour- • Attended the Future of Transportation Forum: Strategies aged retrograde changes in regulations which would allow for a Low-Carbon Region. increased wood burning. • Prepared for the 40th Anniversary Celebration of Lexpress. • Participated in Lexington Center Discovery Day. • Continued work on the fourth edition of the Lexington Tree Management Manual. • Continued work on "Best practices for tree planting in Lexington." 118 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT rOWN C WWW S TRUSTEES OF PUBLIC TRUSTS A brief description of each trust and a financial statement follow. "Principal Balance" refers to the original gift and ROLE: To administer, invest, and disburse the funds of 135 additions plus realized capital gains. "Income Balance"refers trusts,two cemetery funds,and two library funds bequeathed to unspent interest and dividends. "Disbursements"refers to or donated to the town for specific public purposes. Since funds disbursed in FY19. 1910, the Trustees' purpose has been to encourage and fa- cilitate giving locally by Lexington citizens.The Trustees help CARY MEMORIAL LIBRARY FUNDS donors with their giving today and enable their generosity Cary Memorial Library Unrestricted Fund—Established to continue after their lifetimes, supporting causes they care 2007. The income to be used to purchase books and other about and solving concerns we can't now imagine. All trusts material for the library's collection. exist in perpetuity, are used locally, and are tax deductible. Principal balance.......................................................$ 1,271,923 Any person or organization may create a named trust with Income balance...............................................................$33,915 a minimum gift of$10,000. Additions may be made to any existing trust at any time. The Trustees can accept a wide va- Cary Memorial Library Restricted Fund—Established 2007. riety of assets and can accommodate a donor's financial and The income to be used to purchase books and other material estate planning objectives. The Trustees take care of all the in accord with the terms of the named funds which comprise necessary paperwork at no cost. this fund. Appointed by the Board of Selectmen: Alan Fields (Chair), Disbursements................................................................$ 13,422 David Williams, and Susan McClements. In-vestment sub- Principal balance..........................................................$669,641 committee to support oversight: Patrick Morin and Adrian Income balance...............................................................$28,748 Jackson. HIGHLIGHTS: ALL PURPOSE FUNDS Alan S.Fields Community Enrichment Fund—Established • Total market value of the 135 trusts,two cemetery funds and 2019. To be used to fund,from time to time,projects or ini- tiatives that the Trustees,in their sole discretion,deem appro- • Trustees distributed a total of$454,314 for the following priate and beneficial to the Town of Lexington. specific areas of need: Principal balance............................................................$60,128 • All Purpose $38,780 Income balance....................................................................$660 • Beautification/Civic Improvement $106,802 Fund for Lexington—Established 1995. The income to be used in three areas: assisting those in need, beautification, • Celebration $0 and providing seed money for innovative ideas and projects. • Conservation $27,245 Donations can be earmarked for any of the three areas. • Human Services $9,500 Disbursements................................................................$34,880 Principal balance..........................................................$277,226 • Recognition $4,092 Income balance...............................................................$31,015 • Scholarship $171,418 Genesis Community Fund—Established 1998, Three- • Perpetual Care $83,055 quarters of the income to be used for scholarships and human services. • Library $13,422 Disbursements..................................................................$3,900 • Five new funds were established in FYI 9: Principal balance...................................................... $ 114,225 • Alan S.Fields Community Enrichment Fund Income balance................................................................. $482 • Carl F.and Maureen G.Valente Public Service Fund (continued on next page) • Brian Adley Scholarship Fund • Artis Benevolent Fund • Emily and Frank Smiddy Scholarship Fund. TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 119 JOS N C WW W J J S Trustees of Public Trusts(continued) George L.Gilmore Fund—Established 1950. The income to Orin W. Fiske-Battle Green Fund—Established 1899. The be used as the Trustees may from time to time vote; and if income to be used for the maintenance of the Lexington at any time special use arises to which in the opinion of the Battle Green or the monuments erected thereon. Selectmen the principal of said fund may be applied,then it Principal balance..............................................................$2,707 may be applied upon the vote of the Town Meeting. Income balance......................................................................$37 Principal balance..........................................................$ 122,259 Charles E. French Colonial Cemetery Fund—Established Income balance.................................................................$9,808 1905.The annual income to be devoted to the care of the older CIVIC IMPROVEMENT/ part of the cemetery in which repose the remains of Rev.John BEAUTIFICATION FUNDS Hancock and wife. Rick Abrams ACROSS Lexington Fund—Established 2013. Principal balance............................................................$30,620 Three-quarters of the income may be used for improvements Income balance.................................................................$2,098 to the ACROSS Lexington System. Hayes Fountain Fund—Established 1895. The income to Disbursements.....................................................................$305 be used for the perpetual care of the fountain and grounds Principal balance............................................................$50,605 immediately around it. Income balance.................................................................$2,840 Principal balance..............................................................$8,088 Battle Green Flag Pole Maintenance Fund—Established Income balance....................................................................$ 108 2007. The income to be used to provide for the perpetual Richard and Jeanne Kirk Fund—Established 2000. Up to care of the flag pole located in the center of the Battle Green three-quarters of the net income earned and if necessary the Common of Lexington. principal each year may be used for the maintenance,support Principal balance............................................................$37,620 and improvement of the Theresa and Roberta Lee Fitness/ Nature Path. Income balance.................................................................$2,459 Disbursements................................................................$77,047 Geneva M. Brown Fund—Established 1947. The income to principal balance..........................................................$670,057 be used for improving and beautifying the common and tri- angular parcel of land in front of the Masonic Temple. Income balance...............................................................$20,970 Principal balance............................................................$30,110 Teresa and Roberta Lee Fitness Nature Path—Established Income balance.................................................................$ 1,873 1990. The income,and,if necessary,the principal,to be used by the Town of Lexington Recreation Committee through the Jack and Betty Eddison Blossom Fund—Established 1993. Lincoln Park Committee for the work of grading, planting, Three-quarters of the annual net income to be used to help beautifying, and maintaining the Teresa and Roberta Lee preserve the character and green spaces of Lexington and its Fitness Nature Path. Bikeway, through maintenance, new projects, and the plant Disbursements................................................................$24,890 ing of flowers and trees Disbursements..................................................................$4,440 Principal balance..........................................................$ 101,429 Principal balance..........................................................$ 104,739 Income balance....................................................................$948 Income balance.................................................................$2,792 Lexington Community Playground Fund—Established 1991. The income to be used by the Lexington Recreation Frederick L.Emery Fund—Established 1936. The income to Committee for the work of repairing and maintaining the be used by the Lexington Field and Garden Club for the work Lexington Community Playground. of grading,grassing,and keeping in order grass borders lying principal balance............................................................$ 17,550 between sidewalks or footpaths and the driveways on public streets;and in otherwise beautifying the public streets,ways, Income balance.................................................................$ 1,314 and places in said Town, preference be given to said objects (continued on next page) in order stated. Disbursements.....................................................................$ 120 Principal balance............................................................$ 12,996 Income balance....................................................................$323 120 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT JOS N COMMIJ J S Trustees of Public Trusts(continued) Lexington Symphony/Trustees of Public Trusts Centennial William Tower Memorial Park Fund—Established 1913. Fund—Established 2010 by the Trustees of Public Trusts in The income to be applied by the Town for the care, mainte- concert with the Lexington Symphony to celebrate the 100th nance,and improvements of Tower Park. anniversary of the Trustees of Public Trusts.Three-quarters of Principal balance..........................................................$ 174,222 the annual income may be paid to the Lexington Symphony Income balance...............................................................$ 11,745 for general operating expenses, musician and staff com- pensation, facilities rental, marketing, and develop-mental CELEBRATION FUNDS expenses. American Legion Celebrations Fund—Established 1982. Principal balance............................................................$37,834 Three-quarters of the annual net income to be used towards Income balance.................................................................$2,637 defraying the town's cost for the Patriot's Day,Memorial Day, Everet M.Mulliken Fund—Established 1948.The income to and Veterans'Day celebrations. be used under the supervision of the proper town authorities Principal balance............................................................$23,161 for the care of Hastings Park. Income balance.................................................................$ 1,118 Principal balance............................................................$64,125 Leroy S. Brown Fund—Established 1940. The income to Income balance.................................................................$4,598 be used towards defraying the expense of an appropriate Edith C.Redman Trust—Established 1928.The income only and dignified celebration of the anniversary of the Battle of to be used and applied for the care and maintenance of the Lexington. Lexington Common,known as the"Battle Green." Principal balance............................................................$26,138 Principal balance..............................................................$4,780 Income balance.................................................................$ 1,289 Income balance......................................................................$64 CONSERVATION FUNDS George O.Smith Fund—Established 1903.The income to be Chiesa Farm Conservation Land Trust Fund—Established expended by the Field and Garden Club in setting out and 2000. Three-quarters of the net annual income may be spent keeping in order shade and ornamental trees and shrubs on for plantings,signage,maintenance projects,and land acqui- the streets and highways in Lexington, or the beautifying of sition of abutting land, to help preserve the character of the unsightly places in the highways. Chiesa farm conservation area. Principal balance..............................................................$6,701 Disbursements..................................................................$ 1,600 Income balance......................................................................$89 Principal balance..........................................................$ 150,934 George W.Taylor Flag Fund—Established 1931.The income Income balance.................................................................$5,362 to be used for the care,preservation,and re-placement of the flagpole on the Battle Green,or for the purchase of new flags; Dunback Meadow Conservation Fund—Established 2000. any balance of income is to be used for the care of Lexington 'Three-quarters of the net income maybe used to help preserve the character of the Dunback Meadow conservation area. Common. Principal balance............................................................$ 11,252 Principal balance............................................................$ 10,117 Income balance....................................................................$ 149 Income balance....................................................................$805 George W.Taylor Tree Fund—Established 1931.The income Angela/Jere Frick Conservation Land Fund—Established to be used for the care,purchase and preservation of trees for 2012. Three-quarters of the annual net in-come to be used the adornment of the Town. by the Conservation Commission for planting, signage, maintenance or any other project that focuses on the care and Principal balance............................................................$23,710 enhancement of conservation land. Income balance.................................................................$ 1,378 Principal balance............................................................$ 16,465 Albert Ball Tenney Memorial Fund—Established 1950. Income balance....................................................................$981 The income to be used to provide nightly illumination of the Lexington Minute Man statue. (continued on next page) Principal balance............................................................$36,398 Income balance.................................................................$2,513 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 121 JOS N C WW W J J S Trustees of Public Trusts(continued) Gordon/Souza Juniper Hill Fund—Established 1993. Beals Fund—Established 1891. The income to be expended Three-quarters of the annual net income shall be used to help for the benefit of worthy,indigent,American-born men and preserve the character of Juniper Hill Conservation Land; women over 60 years of age. such income may be spent for plantings, signs,maintenance Principal balance............................................................$ 13,435 projects,and land acquisition. Income balance....................................................................$873 Disbursements..................................................................$3,398 Bridge Charitable Fund—Established 1880. The income Principal balance............................................................$78,981 to be annually distributed among the deserving poor of Income balance.................................................................$2,888 Lexington without distinction of sex or religion. Hayden Woods Conservation Fund—Established 1998. Distributions.....................................................................$3,000 Three-quarters of the annual net income shall be used to help Principal balance............................................................$62,455 preserve the character of the Hayden Woods conservation Income balance....................................................................$894 land; such income may be used for plantings, signs, mainte- nance projects and land acquisitions. Friends of the Lexington Council on Aging, Inc.— Disbursements.....................................................................$999 Established 1992. The income,when requested,shall be used to provide programs and services to benefit older adults in Principal balance............................................................$95,952 Lexington. Principal may also be used for capital improve- Income balance.................................................................$4,305 ments to the Senior Center. Lexington Nature Trust Fund—Established 1992. The in- Disbursements..................................................................$5,000 come and, if necessary, the principal, are to be used by the Principal balance..........................................................$353,281 Town of Lexington Conservation Commission for the ac Income balance.................................................................$8,884 quisition, promotion, management and maintenance of its properties. Jonas Gammell Trust—Established 1873. The income to Disbursements................................................................$21,248 be used by the Board of Public Welfare and by two women appointed annually for the purpose by the Selectmen in pur- Principal balance............................................................$99,500 chasing such luxuries or delicacies for the town poor,wherev- Income balance...............................................................$ 16,188 er located,as are not usually furnished them,and shall tend to David G. &Joyce Miller Conservation Trust—Established promote their health and comfort. 2004.Up to three-quarters of the net in-come earned shall be Principal balance..............................................................$3,358 used,when requested by the Conservation Commission, for Income balance......................................................................$47 the promotion, beautification and management of the Joyce Miller Meadow. Jack and Sally Gardner Fund—Established 2000. Up to three-quarters of the annual income may be used to support Principal balance............................................................$ 17,219 activities endorsed by the Friends of the Council on Aging. Income balance.................................................................$ 1,265 Disbursements.................................................................... $500 Willards Woods Conservation Fund—Established 2000. Principal balance............................................................$49,844 Three-quarters of the income may be used for plantings,sig Income balance.................................................................$ 1,276 nage,maintenance projects and land acquisition costs for the Willards Woods conservation area. Elizabeth Bridge Gerry Fund—Established 1885. The in- Principal balance............................................................$ 13,705 come to be distributed to the deserving poor of Lexington Income balance....................................................................$955 without distinction of sex or religion. Principal balance............................................................$ 11,148 HUMAN SERVICES FUNDS Income balance....................................................................$502 Artis Benevolent Fund—Established 2019.To assist residents Harriet R.Gilmore Fund—Established 1892. The income to at the Artis Senior Living Facility who may need financial be used for the benefit of poor people in Lexington. assistance. Principal balance..............................................................$6,177 Principal balance............................................................$51,107 Income balance......................................................................$82 Income balance....................................................................$343 (continued on next page) 122 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT JOS N COMMIJ J S Trustees of Public Trusts(continued) Lexington Human Services Fund—Established 1990 to be Charles E. Ferguson Youth Recognition Award Fund— funded by transfers from other funds administered by the Established 1997 to fund monetary awards to the LHS stu- Trustees as well as private contributions,to provide funds for dents receiving the Lexington Youth Award at each Patriot's the Lexington Human Services Committee in its mission to Day celebration. The recipients are selected by the Youth help individuals in need. Commission. The fund was established with moneys left Disbursements..................................................................$ 1,000 to the town by Charles E. Ferguson, Town Moderator from Principal balance............................................................$25,236 1949-1969. Disbursements.....................................................................$250 Income balance.................................................................$ 1,004 Principal balance............................................................$22,695 RECOGNITION FUNDS Income balance....................................................................$392 Matt Allen Memorial Fund—Established 1944 and reestab- The Michael Fiveash Prize—Established 2014. Three quar- lished 2004. Funds to be used by the Athletic Department of ters of the annual income shall be transferred to principal. Lexington High School for annual awards to boys and girls From time to time income may be used to fund a"prize"for who have shown unusual faithfulness,effort,and sportsman- either an LHS teacher or a senior LHS student evidencing ship in each of five major sports and also for a tablet to be kept Michael's passion for the classical world. in the school as a record of these awards. Principal balance............................................................$ 19,574 Principal balance............................................................$ 13,464 Income balance....................................................................$981 Income balance....................................................................$539 Paul Foley Leadership Fund—Established 1990. This award Evelyn T. Brega Foreign Studies Scholarship Fund— is made periodically to a member of the administration,facul- Established 2017. To award a student of Lexington High ty,staff,or a volunteer in the Lexington Public School System School who is intending to pursue an education in interna- to recognize and re-ward his/her outstanding leadership in tional studies or foreign language and culture. facilitating a team approach to meeting the educational needs Principal balance............................................................$ 11,146 of students,individually or as a group. Income balance....................................................................$421 Principal balance..............................................................$9,628 Jessica Bussgang Rosenbloom Skating Prize—Established Income balance....................................................................$ 128 2018. The prize is available to a Lexington High School stu- Alice Hinkle-Prince Estabrook Award Fund—Established dent who is a member of the U.S. Figure Skating Association 2004 to place and maintain a physical memorial honoring and is engaged in competitive figure skating. Prince Estabrook, the African-American soldier and slave Principal balance............................................................$ 10,208 who fought as a Patriot on the Battle Green,and to fund peri- Income balance....................................................................$297 odically the Alice Hinkle-Prince Estabrook Award. Ellalou Dimmock Prize for Vocal Excellence Fund— Principal balance............................................................$ 15,092 Established 1997 by The Lexington Council for the Arts. The Income balance....................................................................$ 199 award recognizes a Lexington High School student, selected Lexington Education Foundation Fund—Established 1989 by the LHS music faculty,who demonstrates promising vocal to promote sound, innovative approaches to enhance excel- ability and/or promotes vocal musical performance in the lence in education by funding projects in areas of creative community. program development,innovative materials,and instruction- Disbursements ...................................................................$200 al resource. Principal balance..............................................................$9,284 Principal balance............................................................$27,978 Income balance....................................................................$216 Income balance.................................................................$2,941 Dan H. Fenn, Jr. Minuteman Fund—Established 1998. (continued on next page) Three-quarters of the annual net income to be used to fund a grant or award to an individual or group pursuing the study of colonial history,primarily of Lexington. Disbursements.....................................................................$750 Principal balance............................................................$24,273 Income balance....................................................................$657 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 123 JOS N COMMET J Trustees of Public Trusts(continued) Lexington High School Music Endowment Fund— Sangwook Ahn Memorial Scholarship Fund—Established Established 2006. 75% of the income will be distributed 1998.Three-quarters of the annual net in-come to be awarded by Friends of Lexington Music, Art and Drama Students to a Lexington High School senior whose life encompasses a (FOLMADS)to the LHS Music Department.to be used at the joyful display of zest,a respect for all,a striving for excellence, discretion of the faculty to benefit the students. and service towards others. Disbursements..................................................................$ 1,820 Disbursements..................................................................$ 1,000 Principal balance..........................................................$ 102,410 Principal balance............................................................$37,278 Income balance.................................................................$2,639 Income balance......................................................................$ 19 Millennium Arts Fund—Established 2000. Three-quarters Charles D. Aker Family Memorial Scholarship Fund— of the net income shall be paid from time to time to orga- Established 1998. Three-quarters of the annual net income nizations or individuals related to the Arts in Lexington, to be awarded to a Lexington High School senior who must Appropriateness of each grant shall be made by The Trustees have held a responsible position on a sports team(other than of Public Trust. a player)for at least two years. Principal balance............................................................$ 14,193 Principal balance............................................................$ 10,787 Income balance.................................................................$ 1,191 Income balance......................................................................$45 Jacquelyn R.Smith Memorial Internship Fund—Established Quinn Amsler Memorial Scholarship Fund— Established 1993. Three-quarters of the annual net income to be used to 2016. To fund a scholarship for a graduate of LHS or help professionals gain valuable work experience and explore Minuteman Regional Vocational Technical High School who career options within local government. is financially challenged,impacted by cancer,a medical con- Disbursements..................................................................$ 1,072 dition,or mental disability. Principal balance..........................................................$ 195,140 Disbursements................................................................. $ 1,125 Income balance.................................................................$6,643 Principal balance............................................................$52,486 S. Lawrence Whipple History Fund—Established 1996 by Income balance....................................................................$221 his many friends in honor of "Larry" Whipple. The prize Bass DiDomenico Scholarship Fund—Established 2002.An will be awarded to a Lexington resident currently attending award is to be made each year to a graduate of LHS who plans a public or private secondary school or college who has to major in music or music education. demonstrated a genuine affinity for this community and has Disbursements..................................................................$6,000 made a significant contribution to a better understanding of Principal balance............................................................$45,370 Lexington's past. Principal balance............................................................$28,655 Income balance.................................................................$ 1,084 Income balance.................................................................$ 1,200 Bathon Family Scholarship Fund—Established 2006. Three-quarters of the annual income to be used to fund a Carl F. Valente and Maureen G. Valente Public Service scholarship(s) to a Lexington resident who graduates from Fund—Established 2019 to be used for paid internships of LHS, Minuteman Tech or Lexington Christian Academy. up to one year or to support graduate academic programs for Recipients must have strong technical skills and attend Lexington residents in Public Administration. Villanova University or a post-secondary school in the N.E. Principal balance............................................................$ 10,351 states. Income balance....................................................................$ 189 Principal balance..............................................................$8,604 Scholarship Funds Income balance....................................................................$ 114 Brian Adley Scholarship Fund—Established 2019. Three- Hallie C. Blake Fund—Established 1920. The income is to quarters of the annual net income to be awarded to a be used annually in cash prizes,for example a scholarship to Lexington High School senior who was employed during the two seniors(a boy and a girl)of Lexington High School,who school year and held a leader-ship position(sports,academic, by example and influence have shown the highest qualities of or other extracurricular). leadership, conduct, and character and who possess, in the Principal balance............................................................$ 18,948 largest measure,the good will of the student body. Incomebalance......................................................................$43 Disbursements.....................................................................$250 Principal balance............................................................$ 11,634 Income balance......................................................................$52 (continued on next page) 124 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT JOS N COMMI'T'rEES Trustees of Public Trusts(continued) B O L T—Established 2000. Three-quarters of the annual in- Bettie Clarke Scholarship Fund—Established 1993. come to fund scholarships for graduating LHS students who Three-quarters of the annual net income to be awarded to a have been on either the boys or girls the track teams. Lexington senior at Lexington High School or Minuteman Principal balance..............................................................$8,928 Regional High School, who joyously, intelligently, and cre- atively participates in community public service, and has Income balance....................................................................$415 demonstrated a respect for all points of view. Anne E. Borghesani Memorial Prize—Established 1990. Disbursements..................................................................$2,000 Three-quarters of the annual net income to be awarded to a Principal balance............................................................$26,613 woman in the senior class of Lexington High School who has demonstrated a commitment to the community. Income balance....................................................................$ 133 Disbursements..................................................................$2,500 Norman P. Cohen Scholarship Fund—Established 2002. Principal balance..........................................................$ 124,642 Three-quarters of the annual net income to be awarded to a Lexington resident who is a graduate of either Lexington Income balance.................................................................$ 1,508 High School or Minuteman Regional High School and has Pauline Briggs Memorial Scholarship Fund—Established shown evidence of financial need. 2004. Three-quarters of the income may be used to fund a Disbursements.....................................................................$340 need-based scholarship to graduates of Minuteman Regional Principal balance............................................................$ 15,726 High School. Disbursements..................................................................$ 1,750 Income balance......................................................................$66 Principal balance............................................................$45,076 Miller D Chandler Crocker Family Scholarship— Established 1973. Three-quarters of the annual net income Income balance....................................................................$616 is to be awarded to a Lexington High School senior, prefer- James Cataldo Scholarship Fund—Established 2005. Three- ably one who graduated from Bridge School, has financial quarters of the income maybe used to fund need-based schol- need,loves family, and is involved in community and school arships to children of a Lexington Town Employee who have activities. graduated from either Lexington High School or Minuteman Disbursements.....................................................................$238 Regional High School. Principal balance............................................................$ 11,047 Disbursements.....................................................................$317 Income balance......................................................................$46 Principal balance............................................................$ 14,703 Nan and Ray Culler Scholarship Fund—Established 1998. Income balance......................................................................$61 Three-quarters of the annual net income is to be awarded Robert and Edith Cataldo Family Scholarship Fund in to graduates of Lexington High School who are residents of Memory of Jerie Cataldo DeAngelis—Established 2004.Up Lexington at the time of their graduation. to three-quarters of the set income shall fund scholarships Disbursements..................................................................$ 1,775 for a graduate of Lexington High School who demonstrates Principal balance............................................................$84,517 financial need and is committed to teaching,especially those with learning disabilities. Income balance....................................................................$346 Disbursements..................................................................$ 1,125 Dailey Farm Scholarship Fund—Established 2017. To fund Principal balance....................................................... $52,452 scholarships to graduates of LHS or MMRVTC (preferably) for students who are financially challenged, are planning to Income balance....................................................................$220 further his or her education in the trades or agriculture,is the Robert Parker Clapp Fund—Established 1936. Income is child of a town employee and might attend UMASS at Stock- to provide two prizes for pupils of Lexington High School, bridge or the Peterson school. one for excellence in speaking and the other for excellence in Disbursements.....................................................................$580 composition,or for scholar-ships. Principal balance............................................................$27,007 Principal balance..............................................................$3,644 Income balance....................................................................$ 116 Income balance......................................................................$49 (continued on next page) TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 125 JOS N COMMET J Trustees of Public Trusts(continued) Scott Davidson Family Scholarship Fund—Established William P. and Wilma "Billie" Q. Fitzgerald Scholarship 2008.Three-quarters of the annual net income is to be award- Fund—Established 1998 To be awarded to a Lexington High ed to a graduate of LHS who plans to attend a post-secondary School senior who has shown positive growth in his or her accredited school/college; who had a keen curiosity about athletic abilities and is recognized as a good person. science,history or music and who has made a positive contri- Disbursements.....................................................................$695 bution to his or her community,family and friends. Principal balance............................................................$32,502 Disbursements.....................................................................$250 Income balance....................................................................$ 138 Principal Balance............................................................$ 11,919 Charles E. French Medal Fund—Established 1905. The Income balance......................................................................$56 income is to be used annually to purchase silver medals (or The Dean/Hughsted Scholarship Fund—Established 2012 a scholarship) to be distributed to pupils in the senior high to fund scholarships for graduates with financial need, who school for the best scholarship. are planning to further their education at an accredited junior Principal balance............................................................$ 10,383 or community college;a college or university. Income balance....................................................................$ 139 Disbursements.....................................................................$242 Robin S.Glabe Scholarship Fund—Established 2014. Three Principal balance............................................................$ 12,555 quarters of the annual Net Income to fund scholarships for Income balance......................................................................$53 graduate of Lexington High School to further their education June Denk Fund—Established 1994. Three-quarters of the at an accredited junior or Community college, a college or annual net income is to be used to award a scholarship and university.Financial need should be considered. book selected by the Principal of Lexington High School to Disbursements.....................................................................$290 a graduating senior who either volunteered in the Student Principal balance............................................................$ 13,699 Library or made extensive use of the Student Library. Income balance......................................................................$60 Disbursements..................................................................$ 1,650 Nancy Gordon Memorial Scholarship Fund—Established Principal balance............................................................$76,948 2002. Three-quarters of the annual net in-come shall be Income balance....................................................................$324 awarded to a graduate of either Lexington High School or Earl and Elsie Dooks Scholarship Fund—Established 2000. Minuteman Regional High School who demonstrates finan- Three-quarters of the income shall fund a scholarship(s) to a cial need and is going to pursue a degree in education. Lexington High School graduate who is planning to study and Principal balance..............................................................$9,840 enter the field of teaching. Income balance....................................................................$ 129 Disbursements..................................................................$ 1,425 Mary P.Grace Scholarship Fund—Established 1998. Three- Principal balance............................................................$21,403 quarters of the annual net income is to fund scholarships. Income balance....................................................................$ 104 Disbursements.....................................................................$370 Mickey Finn Scholarship Fund—Established 1996 by the Principal balance............................................................$ 17,267 family and friends of Mickey Finn who was a President of Income balance......................................................................$74 the Lexington Little League, a coach, and mentor of many Lexington youth. The scholarship is to be awarded to a grad- Harrington Memorial Fund—To be used by the School uating senior who participated in Lexington Little League or Committee of Lexington to provide scholarships for needy Girls'Softball. children. Disbursements.....................................................................$320 Disbursements..................................................................$ 1,900 Principal balance............................................................$ 14,940 Principal balance............................................................$88,692 Incomebalance......................................................................$65 Income balance....................................................................$373 (continued on next page) 126 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT JOS N COMMI'T'rEES Trustees of Public Trusts(continued) Heritage Scholarship Fund—Established 1999. Three- LHS Class of 1953/June Wilson Kennedy Fund—Established quarters of the annual net income is to be awarded to a 2000. Beginning in 2003 three-quarters of the annual net in- Lexington High School graduate(s) who is a resident of come shall be awarded to a student who has demonstrated Lexington,has demonstrated financial need and has done his financial need and worked conscientiously and to the best of or her work conscientiously while not necessarily being in the his or her ability without necessarily achieving a high level of top ten percent of the class. academic standing. Disbursements..................................................................$6,700 Disbursements..................................................................$3,300 Principal balance..........................................................$318,576 Principal balance...........................................................$160,125 Income balance.................................................................$ 1,326 Income balance....................................................................$744 Jacqueline Toye Hoiriis Scholarship Fund—Established Lexington High School Class of 1954/Lawrence G. 2001.Three-quarters of the annual net income is to be awarded Movsessian Memorial Scholarship Fund—Established 2000. annually to a Lexington High School or Minuteman Regional Up to three-quarters of the income shall fund need-based High School graduate, who is a resident of Lexington, has scholarships to graduates of Lexington High School. been a member of the Haydenette Precision Skating Team, Disbursements.....................................................................$695 and has been accepted at a college or university. Principal balance............................................................$33,181 Disbursements.....................................................................$300 Income balance....................................................................$ 132 Principal balance............................................................$ 14,244 Lexington High School Class of 1976 Fund—Established Income balance......................................................................$65 2006. Three-quarters of the income shall fund a scholarship Richard Isenberg Scholarship Fund—Established 1986. to a graduate of LHS who contributed to the well-being of the Three-quarters of the annual net income is to be awarded an- town or who served in a leadership role. nually to a member of the junior or senior class of Lexington Principal balance............................................................$ 12,979 High School who has demonstrated excellence in sports Income balance..................................................................$ 1078 writing. Disbursements.....................................................................$830 Lexington High School Class of 1996 Scholarship Fund— Established 1996.Three-quarters of the in-come maybe used Principal balance............................................................$38,845 to fund need-based scholarships to graduates of Lexington Income balance....................................................................$ 165 High School. George E. Jansen Scholarship Fund—Established 2005. Principal balance..............................................................$9,495 Three-quarters of the income may be used to fund need- Income balance....................................................................$ 126 based scholarships to graduate of Minuteman Regional High School. Lexington Outlook Club/Bessie and Gabriel Baker Scholarship Fund—Established 1989. Three-quarters of the Principal balance............................................................$ 10,339 annual net income is to be awarded to women in the senior Income balance....................................................................$ 138 class of Lexington High School who are going to college. Gladys & Arthur Katz Scholarship—Established 2005. Disbursements.....................................................................$475 Three-quarters of the income may be used to fund need- Principal balance............................................................$21,874 based scholarships to a graduate of Lexington High School or Income balance......................................................................$90 Minuteman Regional High School. Disbursements.....................................................................$325 Lexington Outlook Club Scholarship Fund—Established 1902. Three-quarters of the annual net in-come is to be Principal balance............................................................$ 15,822 awarded to women in the senior class of Lexington High Income balance......................................................................$69 School who are going to college. LHS Class of 1938—Established 1998. Three-quarters of the Disbursements.....................................................................$830 annual net income is to be awarded annually to two seniors of Principal balance............................................................$38,641 LHS, (a boy and a girl) with financial need who have shown Income balance....................................................................$ 160 high quality of leadership and character. Disbursements.....................................................................$297 (continued on next page) Principal balance............................................................$ 13,789 Income balance......................................................................$57 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 127 JOS N COMMET J Trustees of Public Trusts(continued) Lexington Outlook Club/Maxine Francis Warnecke Arlene and Claire McDonough Memorial Scholarship Scholarship Fund—Established 1986. Three-quarters of the Fund—Established 2010. To be awarded to a graduate of annual net income is to be awarded to women in the senior Lexington High School planning to go into the field of educa- class of Lexington High School who are going to junior college tion and who has evidenced financial need. or college,who need financial assistance,and who have made Disbursements.....................................................................$750 a commitment to pursue a career in medicine or science. Principal balance............................................................$34,666 Disbursements..................................................................$6,900 Income balance....................................................................$ 146 Principal balance..........................................................$321,838 Robert & Mary McNamara Family Scholarship Fund in Income balance..................................................................$ 1387 Memory of Edward Joseph McNamara, Jr.—Established Lexington Scholarship Fund—Established 1956 to give fi- 2004. Three-quarters of the income may be used to fund nancial awards to deserving Lexington students to be applied need-based scholarships to a graduate of Lexington High to the cost of their post-secondary undergraduate education. School who was a member of the football team and a resident Disbursements................................................................$46,540 of Lexington. Principal balance..........................................................$288,230 Disbursements.....................................................................$300 Income balance.............................................................$ 146,023 Principal balance............................................................$ 12,623 Lexington Police Children's Scholarship Fund—Established Income balance......................................................................$68 2000.Three-quarters of the income to fund scholarship(s)for Leo P. McSweeney Scholarship Fund—Established 2004 to children of currently active Lexington Police officers. fund scholarships to a graduate of LHS who must be a current Principal balance............................................................$ 12,119 resident of Lexington and have demonstrated community in- volvement and preferably is a direct descendent of an elected Income balance.................................................................$ 1,733 Town official,preferably a Selectman.Up to three quarters of Lexington Police Scholarship Fund—Established 2000. the annual net income may be spent. Three-quarters of the income maybe used to fund need based Disbursements.....................................................................$261 scholarship(s) to a graduate(s) of Lexington High School, Principal balance............................................................$ 12,263 preferably those planning to enter the field of law enforcement. Principal balance............................................................$ 15,008 Income balance......................................................................$52 Income balance....................................................................$719 Srinivasu Meka Scholarship Fund—Established 1996 by the family and friends of Srinivasu Meka, a member of the LHS Christine Martin Scholarship Fund—Established 1999. Class of 1991 who died in 1994. The recipient must have at Three-quarters of the annual net income to be awarded to a least a 3.0 average, have been involved in student council or senior at Lexington High School who plans to pursue a career sports,and is planning to attend a 4-year college or university. working with children and has a history of volunteer work Disbursements..................................................................$ 1,000 and/or has been active in the fight to prevent drinking and driving. Principal balance............................................................$37,257 Disbursements..................................................................$2,000 Income balance....................................................................$ 193 Principal balance............................................................$32,173 Richard"Dick"Michelson Scholarship Fund—Established Income balance....................................................................$359 2018 by the family to honor Richard Michelson. Awarded to a student of Lexington High School or Minuteman Regional Carolyn M. McCabe Memorial Scholarship Fund— High School who has demonstrated a respect for Lexington Established 1986. Three-quarters of the annual net in-come as a"community." to be awarded to a woman in the senior class of Lexington Disbursements.....................................................................$430 High School who was a varsity athlete and who demonstrat- ed aspects of Carolyn's character, i.e,. good sportsmanship, Principal balance............................................................$20,281 inspired competition, spirit, and fun. Nominations must be Income balance......................................................................$90 made by a teammate or coach. Disbursements..................................................................$ 1,000 (continued on next page) Principal balance............................................................$92,517 Income balance.................................................................$2,914 128 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT JOS N COMMET J Trustees of Public Trusts(continued) Dominic and Assunta Modoono Family Scholarship Merion Ritter Scholarship Fund—Established 2016 by the Fund—Established 2000.Up to three-quarters of the income family of Merion Ritter. Three-quarters of the income to be earned shall fund need-based scholarship(s)to graduate(s)of used to fund a scholarship to be awarded to a graduate of LHS Lexington High School or Minuteman Regional High School. or Minuteman Regional High School who is or is planning to Recipients should have selflessly, enthusiastically, and cre- study science(preferably Environmental Science).Preference atively served their school and community. will be given to a student attending or planning to attend Disbursements................................................................$20,000 Boston College or Connecticut College. Principal balance..........................................................$952,166 Disbursements.....................................................................$240 Income balance..................................................................$4441 Principal balance............................................................$ 11,258 William Stetler Nichols Fund—Established 2015. Three Income balance......................................................................$51 quarters of the annual net income to be awarded to a gradu- Morton L. Salter Scholarship Fund—Established 2000. ate of Lexington High School with financial need who has a Three-quarters of the income shall fund need-based knowledge of and passion for literature and drama. scholarships. Disbursements.....................................................................$298 Disbursements................................................................$ 19,500 Principal balance............................................................$ 14,232 Principal balance..........................................................$206,373 Income balance......................................................................$59 Income balance....................................................................$948 James H. Nolan, Jr. Scholarship Fund—Established 2011. Dorothea Schmidt-Penta Memorial Scholarship Fund— To be awarded to a female graduate of Lexington High School. Established 1980.Three-quarters of the income to be awarded Disbursements.....................................................................$238 to a Lexington High School senior planning to enter the field Principal balance............................................................$ 10,976 of health service. Disbursements.....................................................................$200 Income balance......................................................................$46 Principal balance............................................................$ 11,105 Amanda Payson Scholarship Fund—Established 1933. Income balance......................................................................$84 Three-quarters of the annual net income shall be awarded to female graduates of LHS who demonstrate financial need. Mary and August Schumacher Fund—Established 1988. Disbursements..................................................................$9,000 Three-quarters of the income to be used annually to fund two scholarships,of equal value,to seniors at Lexington High Principal balance..........................................................$419,456 School who have been accepted to an accredited college,have Income balance..................................................................$ 1748 worked diligently on academic studies while perhaps not be- Virginia M. Powers Scholarship Fund—Established 1995. ing in the top ten percent of the class,and who have a need for Three-quarters of the annual net income to be awarded to a funds to obtain a college education. woman student with financial need who evidences a serious- Disbursements..................................................................$2,800 ness of purpose and a clear sense of responsibility, coupled Principal balance..........................................................$ 151,594 with humility and respect for others. Income balance....................................................................$577 Disbursements.....................................................................$468 Paul A. Serbin Scholarship Fund—Established 1982. To be Principal balance............................................................$21,217 awarded to a graduate of Lexington High School who is an Income balance......................................................................$88 all-around scholar,a definite achiever,well-rounded,worked Elsa W.Regestein Award Fund—Established 1933 by Marcia to earn money for college, and could be called "an unsung Dane. The income to be used for awards to a member of the hero." senior class of the Lexington High School who has done Disbursements.....................................................................$928 school work conscientiously and creditably and who, in the Principal balance............................................................$43,304 judgment of the faculty, deserves public commendation for Income balance....................................................................$ 180 carrying on at the same time, either in or out of school, a worthwhile activity or employment which has not been given (continued on next page) other recognition. Principal balance............................................................$ 11,090 Income balance....................................................................$287 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 129 JOS N COMMET J Trustees of Public Trusts(continued) Foster Sherburne and Tenney Sherburne Fund—Established Mary Sorenson Memorial Fund—Established 1969. Three- 1956. The net income from said fund is to be awarded an- quarters of the annual net income to be awarded to graduat- nually to assist in the education of deserving young men or ing seniors in need of financial assistance. women living in Lexington. Disbursements.....................................................................$248 Disbursements..................................................................$ 1,000 Principal balance............................................................$ 11,417 Principal balance............................................................$47,694 Income balance......................................................................$47 Income balance....................................................................$267 J. Stavenhagen Family Scholarship Fund—Established Shire Scholarship Fund—Established 2009. Three-quarters 2000. Up to three-quarters of the income earned shall fund of the income shall fund a scholarship to be given to a graduate need-based scholarship(s) to student(s) who have worked of Lexington High School or Minuteman Regional Technical conscientiously to the best of their ability without necessarily School. Recipient must be a resident of Lexington and be a achieving high academic standing. major in or planning to major in one of the Life Sciences. Disbursements.....................................................................$400 Disbursements.....................................................................$350 Principal balance............................................................$ 19,018 Principal balance............................................................$ 18,379 Income balance......................................................................$85 Income balance......................................................................$76 Ellen A.Stone Fund—Established 1890.The accrued interest George O.Smith Scholarship Fund—Established 1905 to be to be paid to the school committee who are to employ it in used for"furnishing of a technical education to graduates of aiding needy and deserving young women of Lexington in the high school in Lexington, who were born in that town." obtaining a higher education. The scholarship has been modified to those whose parents Disbursements.....................................................................$250 were living in Lexington at time of birth and fields of study Principal balance............................................................$ 11,505 broadened to engineering,physical science,or related fields. Disbursements................................................................$ 11,000 Income balance......................................................................$48 Principal balance..........................................................$513,800 Steven Teitelbaum Memorial Scholarship Fund— Established 2000.Three-quarters of the annual net income to Income balance.................................................................$2,205 be awarded to a male senior,graduating from LHS planning Emily and Frank Smiddy Scholarship Fund—Established to attend a two or four year college or university, and plan- 2019. To fund need-based scholarships for students grad- ning to participate in post high school athletics. Recipient uating from Lexington High School or Minuteman Tech, must have been a member of varsity athletic teams in at least intending to study STEM(Science,Technology,Engineering. two different sports,one of which must have been football or and Math). hockey. Principal balance.............................................................$10,000 Disbursements..................................................................$ 1,000 Howard A. and Elaine L. Smith Scholarship Fund - Principal balance............................................................$42,546 Established 2017. Three quarters of the income to be award- Income balance.................................................................$2,509 ed to a graduate of Lexington High School or Minuteman Technical High School who has shown financial need, the Richard S. Townsend Scholarship Fund—Established 1997 skills and initiative to merit higher education which may be to fund scholarships for male graduates of Lexington High School who have financial needs. college or a technical school. Principal balance............................................................$ 10,388 Principal balance..............................................................$9,427 Income balance....................................................................$ 139 Income balance....................................................................$ 125 (continued on next page) 130 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT rOWN C WWW S Trustees of Public Trusts(continued) Michael Wagner Education Fund—Established 1999.Three- Sevag Yazijian Memorial Scholarship Fund—Established quarters of the annual net income shall be awarded to a student 1995.Three-quarters of the annual net in-come to be awarded at Lexington High School who has done much to promote the to a Lexington High School senior planning to become a phy- art of technology in the classroom,or has aided others in the sician,who has demonstrated consistent academic improve- system to effectively utilize computer technology. ment, possessed aspects of Sevag's easy-going personality, is Disbursements.....................................................................$290 dedicated to family,friends and community, evidences a de- Principal balance............................................................$ 13,729 sire to see others happy,and shows pride in an ethnic heritage. Disbursements.....................................................................$250 Income balance......................................................................$61 Principal balance............................................................$ 11,945 Charles Lyman Weld Fund—Established 1946. The entire Income balance......................................................................$68 fund, both principal and income, are available, upon a vote of the town, for educational purposes, a chapel at Westview CEMETERY FUNDS Cemetery,or scholarships. Monroe Cemetery Fund—Income to be used in the mainte- Disbursements.....................................................................$400 nance of Monroe Cemetery. Principal balance............................................................$ 18,764 Disbursements..................................................................$9,633 Income balance......................................................................$90 Principal balance..........................................................$425,873 Edward & Virginia Williams Scholarship Fund— Income balance.................................................................$4,790 Established 2002. Up to three-quarters of the income earned shall fund need based scholarship to students who have Westview Cemetery Perpetual Care Fund—Income to be worked diligently and demonstrated excel-lent community used in the maintenance of Westview Cemetery. involvement and/or service. Disbursements................................................................$73,422 Principal balance............................................................$89,798 Principal balance.......................................................$3,336,043 Income balance.................................................................$ 1,145 Income balance...............................................................$40,636 Alan B.Wilson Memorial Scholarship Fund—Established 2008. pp Three-quarters of the annual net income to be used to award a WATER SEWER scholarship to a graduate of Lexington High School or Minuteman O( Regional Vocational Technical School. Recipient must be a resi- ABATEMENT BOARD dent of Lexington, must demonstrate financial need, and may attend a one-or two-year technical program school. ROLE:To review applications from ratepayers for abatement Disbursements..................................................................$ 1,800 or adjustment of water/sewer charges due to disputes,leaks or Principal balance............................................................$86,118 errors and make recommendations to the Board of Selectmen on abatements to be granted. Income balance....................................................................$377 APPOINTED by the Board of Selectmen for staggered 3-year Edwin B. Worthen Family Scholarship Fund—Established terms:Loren Wood(Chair),Jim Osten and William Ribich. 2010. Shall be awarded to a graduate(s) of Lexington High School who must evidence financial need, and have demon- strated an interest in Lexington History by performing com- munity service work for the Lexington Historical Society or for the town for at least two years. Disbursements..................................................................$ 1,450 Principal balance............................................................$67,672 Income balance....................................................................$287 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 131 rOWN COMM YOUTH COMMISSION ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS ROLE: To plan, promote and participate in community ROLE: In accordance with MGL Chapters 40A,40B, and 41 service and educational activities for and with Lexington's and by the Zoning Bylaw,CH 135 of the Codes of the Town of youth and teens; serve as youth leaders and role models for Lexington,the Zoning Board of Appeals has the authority to: the community;communicate current issues to town officials; take action in community projects that enhance the quality of • Hear and decide applications when designated as the Special life in the Lexington community;provide an opportunity for Permit Granting Authority. teens to serve as positive role models in the community;and . Grant, upon appeal or petition, with respect to particular develop leadership skills for our future community leaders. land or structures or to an existing building thereon, a APPOINTED by the Town Manager:Chair:Debbie Hankins, variance. Adult Advisors: Shannon DeGuglielmo, Karen Duperey, . Hear and decide appeals taken by any person aggrieved James Athens and Joseph Hankins. by their inability to obtain a permit or enforcement action SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER: Detective Kristina from any administrative officer under the provision of MGL Hankins c.40A 44 8 and 15. APPOINTED by Lexington Youth Committee (LYC) Chair: . Hear and decide comprehensive permits for low or moder- President Bess Lawrence,Vice President Kate Swan, Secretary ate-income housing by a public agency of limited dividend Anthony Mabardy , Team Captains Ishaan Khurana, Nachi or nonprofit corporation,as set forth in MGL c.40B,gg 20 Solalyappan, Kate Devine, and Patrick Kridarachkorn. to 23. Members Courtney Campbell, Millie Landis, Michael Swift, APPOINTED by the Board of Selectmen: five members for Katherine Gehring, Charles Mabardy, Rachel Harvey, Lucas five year terms and six associate members for one year terms. DiCerbo, Maria Schapfel, Zoe Toulmin, Annika Richter, The current members are: Ralph D. Clifford (Chair); Jeanne Myles Cutler, Mehr Khurana, Rebecca Wilkinson, Alessia K. Krieger (Vice Chair); Martha C. Wood (Clerk); David G. Caira, Summer Spencer, Annabel Cincotta, Max DiCerbo, Williams;Norman P. Cohen. The current associate members Hannah Cataldo,Oliver DiCerbo,Matthew Favazzo,Carolyn are: Nyles N. Barnert; William P. Kennedy; Hank Manz; Lane, Andrew Lawrence, Madelyn Lucente, Jack Maloney, James A. Osten; Beth Masterman. The Board is staffed by Elena Sabin,Marilyn Singer,Skylar Spencer,Hobie Swan and Regina Tashjian. Jennifer Gingras(Zoning Administrator);and Sharon Coffey (Administrative Clerk). HIGHLIGHTS: The Board appointed Norman P. Cohen as a full member of • Cared for the LYC Island located at the end of Park Drive the Board.Ms.Wood ended her 10-year term as a full mem- and by planting flowers and performing the spring and fall ber of the Board.The Board thanks Ms.Wood for her service. cleanup. HIGHLIGHTS: • Belmont Car Wash to raise funds to donate to the Lexington Food Pantry. The Zoning Board of Appeals acted on the following items: • Worked with Rotary Club to deliver Thanksgiving turkey • Seventy-one applications for zoning relief were heard. dinners to families in need. . Eighteen variance requests,of which 12 were approved and • Held December holiday fundraiser for children of need in six were withdrawn without prejudice. Lexington through Youth Services. . Sixty-three special permit requests, of which 50 were ap- • Cradles to Crayons donated sleepwear, worked in the proved,three were denied,and ten were withdrawn without "Giving Factory"creating children's clothing outfit packag- prejudice. es for specific age groups and gender. . Five appeals of a Building Commissioner's decision,all with • Served Valentine holiday dinners to seniors at the the Building Commissioner's decision affirmed. Community Center in February. . Two appeals of a Zoning Administrator's decision, both • Helped decorate Lexington center's retail for Halloweens with the Zoning Administrator's decision overturned. Trick or Treat Program. . One request for a Comprehensive Permit per MGL c.40B, • Patriots Day Parade distributed 8000 US flags along the which was approved. parade route. • Coordinated the Outstanding Youth Award. 132 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT \11\1\1�1��111111��I�II�� \ \ l 1 Comptroller Schedule of Appropriations June 30, 2018 Account Revised Budget Total Expended Encumbrances Expended Balance Education School Personal Services&Expenses $108,111,445 $104,248,956 $2,302,322 $106,551,278 $1,560,167 Minuteman $2,126,217 $2,126,217 $- $2,126,217 $_ Sub-Total Education $110,237,662 $106,375,173 $2,302,322 $108,677,495 $1,560,167 Shared Expenses Contributory Retirement $6,005,537 $5,940,077 $- $5,940,077 $65,460 Noncontributory Retirement $15,070 $15,067 $- $15,067 $3 State Assessment&Charges $834,614 $923,294 $- $923,294 $(88,680) Employee Benefits $28,445,872 $25,403,668 $- $25,403,668 $3,042,204 Unemployment $200,000 $137,751 $- $137,751 $62,249 Workers Compensation $2,080,187 $2,080,187 $- $2,080,187 $_ Property and Liability Insurance $30,889 $32,641 $- $32,641 $(1,752) Property and Liability Insurance $738,950 $700,145 $- $700,145 $38,805 Uninsured Losses* $1,176,713 $1,176,713 $4,940 $1,181,654 $(4,940) Sub-Total Employee Benefits $39,527,833 $36,409,543 $4,940 $36,414,483 $3,113,350 Debt Service Principal $18,810,575 $18,810,575 $- $18,810,575 $_ Interest $5,489,788 $5,489,788 $- $5,489,788 $_ Issuance Costs $- $(14,178) $- $(14,178) $14,178 Interest Short Term $608,619 $564,823 $- $564,823 $43,796 Sub-Total Debt Service $24,908,982 $24,851,008 $- $24,851,008 $57,974 Reserve Fund Expenses $900,000 $- $- $- $900,000 Sub-Total Reserve $900,000 $- $- $- $900,000 Public Facilities Personal Services School $2,183,620 $2,105,193 $174,473 $2,279,666 $(96,046) Personal Services Town $572,193 $537,106 $- $537,106 $35,087 Personal Services-Admin $1,055,432 $1,004,685 $- $1,004,685 $50,747 Expenses -School $5,370,461 $5,112,397 $140,057 $5,252,454 $118,007 Expenses-Town $1,446,222 $1,387,249 $101,509 $1,488,757 $(42,535) Expenses-Admin $105,800 $70,834 $32,848 $103,682 $2,118 Expenses-Solar $410,000 $351,839 $- $351,839 $58,161 Sub-Total Public Facilities $11,143,728 $10,569,303 $448,887 $11,018,190 $125,538 Public Works DPW Administration Personal Services $585,489 $596,793 $- $596,793 $(11,304) Expenses $38,325 $31,648 $- $31,648 $6,677 Engineering Personal Services $774,168 $771,339 $- $771,339 $2,829 Expenses $135,600 $67,232 $15,540 $82,772 $52,828 Street Lighting Personal Services $10,488 $1,519 $- $1,519 $8,969 Expenses $247,111 $194,825 $59,524 $254,348 $(7,237) Highway Personal Services $813,832 $783,742 $- $783,742 $30,090 Expenses $469,625 $404,424 $81,015 $485,439 $(15,814) Road Machinery Personal Services $263,472 $228,949 $- $228,949 $34,523 Expenses $484,584 $464,771 $15,537 $480,308 $4,276 Snow Removal Personal Services $271,382 $360,599 $- $360,599 $(89,217) Expenses $1,082,748 $978,031 $- $978,031 $104,717 Parks Personal Services $897,066 $896,224 $- $896,224 $842 Expenses $306,646 $256,399 $64,841 $321,240 $(14,593) (continued on next page) TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 133 \ 1 1 �aux�Po n�� „ �, � i ��n��, �, � �oiKu ,i - ��m�"�I, I ;,,�1 n�� r �� "wu I i n�� i �r' n a ��dR�ur��11r111Y71jij,Y��„,116 dR�ur��l�l�l�,� Ill ��u�,,,��c I�,,�,,,��i,,i �I�,,�, �R�ur��l� `\\��pj�j,�IIl'dR°'ur��,Yll Illy,.,1��„IIIIdR�ur��Il��nllf,�VG ��. �.atllYl�lull �.au�,�,.� �I�.,au,�., Il��lll°��u�:ati,iis page) Account Revised Budget Total Expended Encumbrances Expended Balance Forestry Personal Services $281,075 $280,117 $- $280,117 $958 Expenses $173,460 $132,179 $15,198 $147,378 $26,082 Cemetery Personal Services $259,051 $230,705 $- $230,705 $28,346 Expenses $76,100 $66,767 $6,904 $73,671 $2,429 Refuse Collection Expenses $963,528 $872,938 $74,813 $947,750 $15,778 Refuse Disposal Expenses $589,128 $525,231 $63,782 $589,013 $115 Recycling Expenses $1,219,087 $1,055,944 $152,685 $1,208,629 $10,458 Sub-Total Public Works $9,941,965 $9,200,374 $549,838 $9,750,212 $191,753 Law Enforcement Police Personal Services $6,342,624 $6,320,482 $- $6,320,482 $22,142 Expenses $810,403 $790,478 $19,566 $810,044 $358 Dispatch Personal Services $634,200 $612,650 $- $612,650 $21,550 Expenses $50,163 $49,344 $815 $50,159 $4 Dog Officer Expenses $62,479 $46,778 $15,885 $62,663 $(184) Sub-Total Police $7,899,868 $7,819,732 $36,266 $7,855,998 $43,870 Fire&Rescue Personal Services $6,333,586 $6,307,031 $- $6,307,031 $26,555 Expenses $614,138 $570,300 $61,964 $632,264 $(18,127) Sub-Total Fire $6,947,724 $6,877,332 $61,964 $6,939,296 $8,428 Library Personal Services $2,215,309 $2,211,884 $- $2,211,884 $3,425 Expenses $469,083 $462,459 $1,012 $463,471 $5,612 Sub-Total Library $2,684,392 $2,674,343 $1,012 $2,675,355 $9,037 Humans Services Youth&Family Services Personal Services $150,615 $82,310 $- $82,310 $68,305 Expenses $26,350 $17,940 $- $17,940 $8,410 Admin&Outreach Personal Services $186,946 $169,727 $- $169,727 $17,219 Expenses $40,900 $28,088 $- $28,088 $12,812 Comm Service/Seniors Personal Services $160,327 $132,731 $- $132,731 $27,596 Expenses $57,900 $42,577 $10,000 $52,577 $5,323 Veterans Services Personal Services $62,261 $64,877 $- $64,877 $(2,616) Expenses $104,997 $41,947 $- $41,947 $63,050 Transport Services Personal Services $96,440 $95,074 $- $95,074 $1,366 Expenses $565,179 $543,100 $189 $543,289 $21,891 Sub-Total Human Services $1,451,915 $1,218,371 $10,189 $1,228,560 $223,355 (continued on next page) 134 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT \11\1\1�1��111111��I�II�� \ \ l 1 �aux�Po n�� „ �, � i ��n��, �, � �oiKu ,i - ��m�"�I, I ;,,�1 n�� r �� "wu I i n�� i �r' n a ��dR�ur��11r111Ylljij,Y��„,116 aj�ur��lll ll�� Ill ��u�,,,��'„a�1� I�,,�,,,��i,,i �I�,,�, �R�ur��l� ��pj�j,�III'dR°'ur��'N Illy,.,1�I'„IIIIdR�ur��Ill�nllf,�VG ��. �.atll.Yl�lull �.au�,�,.� �I�.,au,�.,1 Il��lll°��u�:ati,lis page) Account Revised Budget Total Expended Encumbrances Expended Balance Land Use,Health and Development Building&Zoning Officer Personal Services $563,413 $522,958 $- $522,958 $40,455 Expenses $56,501 $23,287 $15,000 $38,287 $18,214 Regulatory Support Personal Services $458,110 $385,970 $- $385,970 $72,140 Expenses $48,601 $23,045 $10,018 $33,063 $15,538 Conservation Commission Personal Services $213,739 $205,030 $- $205,030 $8,709 Expenses $32,747 $26,039 $5,065 $31,104 $1,643 Board of Health Personal Services $232,775 $200,404 $- $200,404 $32,371 Expenses $86,261 $58,693 $11,338 $70,031 $16,230 Sub-Total Land Use $1,692,147 $1,445,426 $41,421 $1,486,847 $205,301 Planning Board Personal Services $339,463 $227,341 $- $227,341 $112,122 Expenses $52,700 $34,417 $5,154 $39,571 $13,129 Sub-Total Planning $392,163 $261,758 $5,154 $266,912 $125,251 Economic Development Economic Development Officer Personal Services $196,538 $190,809 $- $190,809 $5,729 Expenses $159,200 $122,558 $24,573 $147,131 $12,069 Sub-Total Economic Development $355,738 $313,367 $24,573 $337,940 $17,798 Board of Selectmen Selectmen's Office Personal Services $111,821 $101,786 $- $101,786 $10,035 Expenses $124,888 $87,694 $29,849 $117,543 $7,345 Law Legal Fees $410,000 $276,033 $50,000 $326,033 $83,967 Town Reports Expenses $13,688 $11,190 $5,000 $16,190 $(2,502) Sub-Total Board of Selectmen $660,397 $476,703 $84,849 $561,552 $98,845 Town Manager Organizational Dr.&Admin. Personal Services $530,507 $501,476 $- $501,476 $29,031 Expenses $107,300 $40,859 $1,100 $41,959 $65,341 Human Resources Personal Services $136,901 $145,432 $- $145,432 $(8,531) Expenses $126,535 $71,246 $17,936 $89,182 $37,353 Salary Adjustments Salary Adjustments $266,975 $266,975 $- $266,975 $_ Sub-Total Town Manager $1,168,218 $1,025,989 $19,036 $1,045,024 $123,194 Town Committees Financial Committee's Personal Services $6,630 $5,275 $- $5,275 $1,355 Expenses $1,500 $392 $- $392 $1,108 Misc Boards&Commissions Expenses $11,400 $1,877 $- $1,877 $9,523 Public Celebration Expenses $46,500 $43,948 $- $43,948 $2,552 Sub-Total Committees $66,030 $51,492 $- $51,492 $14,538 (continued on next page) TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 135 \ 1 1 �aux�Po n�� „ �, � i ��n��, �, � �oiKu ,i - ��m�"�I, I ;,,�1 n�� r �� "wu I i n�� i �r' n a ��dR�ur��11r111Y71jij,Y��„,116 dR�ur��l�l�l�,� Ill ��u�,,,��c I�,,�,,,��i,,i �I�,,�, �R�ur��l� `\\��pj�j,�IIl'dR°'ur��,Yll Illy,.,1��„IIIIdR�ur��Il��nllf,�VG ��. �.atll.Yl�lull �.au�,�,.� �I�.,au,�., Il��lll°��u�:ati,iis page) Account Revised Budget Total Expended Encumbrances Expended Balance Finance Comptroller Personal Services $555,836 $510,152 $- $510,152 $45,684 Expenses $128,173 $148,845 $- $148,845 $(20,672) Comptroller Current Year PO's Closed $235,904 $875 $- $875 $235,029 Treasurer/Collector Personal Services $325,164 $302,123 $- $302,123 $23,041 Expenses $102,755 $84,568 $2,700 $87,268 $15,487 Assessor Personal Services $502,830 $466,676 $- $466,676 $36,154 Expenses $270,825 $193,689 $51,370 $245,059 $25,766 Sub-Total Finance $2,121,487 $1,706,928 $54,070 $1,760,998 $360,489 Town Clerk Town Clerk Administration Personal Services $304,697 $303,066 $- $303,066 $1,631 Expenses $17,497 $13,898 $217 $14,115 $3,383 Registration Personal Services $825 $825 $- $825 $_ Expenses $15,492 $12,415 $3,800 $16,215 $(722) Elections Personal Services $62,000 $56,667 $- $56,667 $5,333 Expenses $70,800 $54,330 $234 $54,564 $16,236 Records Management Personal Services $30,678 $28,283 $- $28,283 $2,395 Expenses $17,204 $7,379 $150 $7,529 $9,675 Sub-Total Town Clerk $519,194 $476,863 $4,401 $481,263 $37,931 Management Information System(M.I.S.) M.I.S Administration Personal Services $847,153 $836,975 $- $836,975 $10,178 Expenses $1,464,700 $908,346 $300,356 $1,208,702 $255,998 Sub-Total M.I.S $2,311,853 $1,745,321 $300,356 $2,045,677 $266,176 Sub-Total PEG Access $600,902 $494,206 $102,879 $597,085 $3,817 Total General Fund $225,532,198 $213,993,229 $4,052,158 $218,045,387 $7,486,811 *Continuing balance accounts,Revised Budget includes carry forward amounts but excludes transfers to other funds. 136 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT \11\1\1�1��111111��I�II�� \ \ l 1 Enterprise Funds Account Revised Budget Expended Encumbrances Total Expended Balance Sewer Fund Operating Budget Personal Services $359,312 $208,773 $- $208,773 $150,539 Expenses $408,150 $264,186 $78,734 $342,920 $65,230 MWRA $7,572,486 $7,572,486 $- $7,572,486 $_ Debt Service $1,203,004 $1,134,396 $- $1,134,396 $68,608 Subtotal Operating $9,542,952 $9,179,841 $78,734 $9,258,575 $284,377 Capital Budget MWRA Grant 5/21/15 $148,393 $- $1,400 $1,400 $146,993 MWRA Grant 8/20/15 $448,149 $- $- $- $448,149 MWRA Grant 3/7/16 $244,500 $- $- $- $244,500 MWRA Grant 12/3/18 $1,170,000 $583,456 $586,544 $1,170,000 $_ MWRA Grant 2/14/19 $374,000 $41,341 $332,659 $374,000 $_ Art 17A/09 $2,590 $1,145 $1,445 $2,590 $_ Art 12A/13 $2,361 $- $2,361 $2,361 $_ Art 12A/14 $133,372 $3,250 $125,556 $128,806 $4,566 Art 12B/14 $44,902 $32,597 $12,305 $44,902 $_ Art 15A/15 $135,798 $36,423 $86,910 $123,333 $12,465 Art 15B/15 $65,003 $47,195 $17,808 $65,003 $_ Art 12A/16 $1,000,000 $908,399 $91,601 $1,000,000 $_ Art 12B/16 $800,000 $465,421 $334,579 $800,000 $_ Art 14A/17 $1,000,000 $313,356 $686,644 $1,000,000 $_ Art 14B/17 $800,000 $10,857 $789,143 $800,000 $_ Art 18/18 $1,000,000 $427,762 $572,238 $1,000,000 $_ Art 18B/18 $800,000 $- $29,947 $29,947 $770,053 Art 18B/19 $700,000 $- $373,126 $373,126 $326,874 Art 18/19 $1,000,000 $3,190 $- $3,190 $996,810 Subtotal Capital $9,869,070 $2,874,393 $4,044,266 $6,918,659 $2,950,411 Total Sewer Operating&Capital $19,412,022 $12,054,234 $4,123,000 $16,177,234 $3,234,788 Water Fund Personal Services $771,886 $684,682 $- $684,682 $87,204 Expenses $494,025 $348,694 $46,413 $395,107 $98,918 MWRA $7,128,006 $7,128,006 $- $7,128,006 $_ Debt Service $1,463,902 $1,436,995 $- $1,436,995 $26,907 Subtotal Operating $9,857,819 $9,598,378 $46,413 $9,644,790 $213,029 Capital Budget Art 11/13 $10,360 $- $10,360 $10,360 $_ Art 11/14 $80,230 $72,786 $7,445 $80,230 $_ Art 14/15 $796,201 $650,182 $146,019 $796,201 $_ Art 4/STM 15 $114,965 $80,746 $34,219 $114,965 $_ Art 10E/16 $8,607 $4,096 $4,511 $8,607 $_ Art 12B/17 $40,000 $39,600 $400 $40,000 $_ Art 12F/17 $150,000 $137,111 $12,889 $150,000 $_ Art 13/17 $1,000,000 $136,582 $863,418 $1,000,000 $_ Art 16/18 $150,000 $102,910 $47,090 $150,000 $_ Art 17/18 $1,000,000 $- $422,002 $422,002 $577,998 Subtotal Capital $3,350,363 $1,224,012 $1,548,354 $2,772,365 $577,998 Total Water Operating&Capital $13,208,182 $10,822,389 $1,594,767 $12,417,156 $791,026 (continued on next page) TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 137 \ 1 1 )II IIVse 1�°....IIt,,ir'@ds (coIrdiIrnQ,iied fIrorii plievbl,ii,s page) ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. Account Revised Budget Expended Encumbrances Total Expended Balance Recreation Fund Community Center PS $515,121 $456,848 $- $456,848 $58,273 Community Center Expenses $277,410 $237,588 $1,943 $239,532 $37,878 Personal Services $901,047 $819,011 $- $819,011 $82,036 Pine Meadows Expense $561,470 $477,896 $- $477,896 $83,574 Expenses $595,445 $505,551 $10,415 $515,965 $79,480 Subtotal Operating $2,850,493 $2,496,893 $12,358 $2,509,251 $341,242 Capital Budget Art 11/17 $55,000 $51,812 $- $51,812 $3,188 Art 15/18 $60,000 $60,000 $- $60,000 $_ Subtotal Capital $115,000 $111,812 $- $111,812 $3,188 Total Recreation Operating&Capital $2,965,493 $2,608,706 $12,358 $2,621,064 $344,429 *NOTE: The above amounts include carry forward activity but exclude transfers to other funds. **NOTE:Capital balances roll forward to the next year. Debt Service Summary FY20 FY21 FY22-49 Non-Exempt Debt Service Library $490,600 $447,800 $286,000 Community Preservation $2,095,100 $2,017,150 $6,286,250 General Government $371,676 $322,408 $520,940 Public Safety $236,950 $193,000 $837,500 School $1,064,524 $827,534 $759,634 Public Facilities-School $1,720,756 $1,601,884 $4,301,739 Public Facilities-Municipal $156,373 $151,673 $386,289 Public Works $3,155,624 $2,617,740 $7,443,989 Subtotal:Non-Exempt Debt Service $9,2915603 $8,179,188 $2058225341 Exempt Debt Service $16,319,640 $15,467,625 $196,291,139 Enterprise Fund Debt Service Water $1,185,812 $1,139,850 $3,194,779 Sewer $1,189,256 $1,140,676 $4,806,922 Recreation $- $- $_ Subtotal:Enterprise Fund Debt Service $253755068 $2,280,525 $850015701 Totals $27,986,311 $25,927,338 $225,115,182 138 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT \11\1\1�1��111111��I�II�� \ \ l 1 Revenues/Expenditures and Fund Balances: June 30, 2019 Governmental Fiduciary Combined Totals Special Community Capital Expendable Memorandum Only General Revenue Preservation Projects Trust 2019 Revenues: Property Taxes 184,238,909 - 4,895,101 - - 189,134,011 Intergovernmental 16,363,608 9,893,791 923,255 2,814,232 16,531 30,011,418 Motor Vehicle&Other Excise Tax 7,309,035 - - - - 7,309,035 Departmental Fees&Charges 3,346,189 37,775,042 - 71,702 41,192,934 Investment Income 1,781,573 48,713 114,994 2,596,356 4,541,637 Special Assessments 32,790 - - - 32,790 Payments in Lieu of Tax 619,192 - 619,192 Penalties&Interest 566,632 7,059 573,692 Licenses&Permits 2,725,133 - 2,725,133 Fines&Forfeits 187,459 187,459 Total Revenues $217,170,521 $47,717,546 $5,940,410 $2,814,232 $2,684,590 $276,327,300 Expenditures: General Government 11,005,591 1,369,199 2,603,948 1,121,383 16,100,121 Public Safety 15,768,798 1,912,064 - 5,500,934 23,181,797 Education 114,728,976 13,494,906 36,431,475 164,655,358 Public Works 7,872,921 902,291 7,230,569 16,005,782 Health&Human Services 1,497,060 256,446 - - 1,753,506 Culture&Recreation 3,915,094 25,294 21,563 5,001 3,966,951 State&County Assessments 923,294 642,047 - - 1,565,341 Debt Service 24,861,008 216,859 2,220,216 27,298,083 Pension 5,955,144 - - 5,955,144 Insurance 26,940,693 25,892,129 - 52,832,822 Total Expenditures $213,468,579 $44,711,235 $4,824,164 $50,305,925 $5,001 $313,314,904 Excess(Deficiency)of Rev over Exp $3,701,942 $3,006,311 $1,116,246 ($47,491,693) $2,679,589 ($36,987,604) Other Financing Sources(Uses): Proceeds of Bonds/BANS 354,008 59,578,620 59,932,628 Repayment of Bonds/BANS - - - Transfer from Reserve for Abatements - - - - - - Transfer from other Funds 11,784,607 2,033,309 60,000 8,581,135 5,502,066 27,961,117 Transfer to other Funds (15,417,273) (3,402,151) - - (5,415,557) (24,234,981) Total Other(Uses) ($3,632,666) ($1,368,842) $414,008 $68,159,755 $86,509 $63,658,765 Excess(Deficiency)of Revenues Over Expenditures $69,276 $1,637,469 $1,530,254 $20,668,063 $2,766,098 $26,671,161 Fund Balance,Beg.of Year $36,652,629 $14,174,957 $8,808,922 $11,092,621 $53,548,283 $124,277,412 Fund Balance,End of Year $36,721,905 $15,812,426 $10,339,176 $31,760,684 $56,314,381 $150,948,573 (continued on next page) TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 139 \ 1 1 Revenues/Expenditures and Fund Balances: Special Revenue 6.30.19 Balance Transfers/ Balance July 1,2018 Roll Forwards Revenues Expenditures June 30,2019 School Lunch $1,101,503 $ $3,245,695 $2,975,288 $1,371,910 School Lunch Total $1,102,535 $- $3,245,695 $2,975,288 $1,371,910 Other Special Revenue END OF WW1 COMMEMORATION $2,000 $ $- $1,405 $595 HANSCOM/MASSPORT LITIGATION $27,992 $ $- $- $27,992 TDM$ $52,064 $ $654,256 $94,070 $612,249 LEX ANTONY SISTER CITY $17,100 $ $- $- $17,100 SELECTMEN GIFT ACCT REVENUE $- $ $90,000 $5,000 $85,000 H.A.TS. $2,481 $ $- $- $2,481 SALE OF REAL ESTATE-RECREATION $12,690 $ $- $- $12,690 TOWN CELEBRATIONS GIFT $48,403 $ $9,380 $1,400 $56,383 VISITORS CENTER $14,813 $ $148,837 $170,310 $(6,660) MLK COMMEMORATION FUNDS $3,564 $ $810 $1,386 $2,987 COMMUNITY CTR GIFT ACCT $43,064 $ $18,450 $22,846 $38,668 ARTS-GOLDEN TRICORNE PROJECT $1,600 $ $- $- $1,600 TOWN CLOCK GIFTS $1,500 $ $- $- $1,500 INN @ HASTINGS PARK $10,000 $ $- $- $10,000 TMOD $- $ $4,766 $- $4,766 CENTER IMPROV FUND $- $ $1,526 $- $1,526 VERIZON $402 $ $- $- $402 LEXINGTON CENTER BENCHES $4,092 $- $10,000 $4,824 $9,268 MASSPORT INTERN GRANT $3,420 $- $- $- $3,420 ARCH COMM/MWRA-WATER TO $96 $- $- $- $96 PEG TV REVOLVING ACCT $1,338,459 $98,839 $632,924 $706,906 $1,363,316 LHF DOWN PYMT ASSIST PR $3,954 $- $- $- $3,954 SUPPORT OUR TROOPS GIFT $350 $- $- $- $350 SOLARIZE MA PROGRAM GRANT FY14 $487 $- $- $- $487 GRANITE FOREST PROJECT $27,600 - $71,000 $92,879 $5,721 NGRID COMM INITIATIVE GRANT $23,321 $9,955 $- $10,112 $23,164 RETIREMENT ADMINISTRATOR $- $- $152,941 $152,941 $_ FLEXIBLE SPENDING $10,167 $565 $1,531 $31,574 $(19,311) CYBER SECURITY ASSESS GRANT $15,000 $- $- $- $15,000 LEX 300TH ANNIV COMMITTEE $1,920 $- $- $- $1,920 N.O.I.FEES $94,424 $- $6,476 $- $100,900 HARDY POND BROOK $17,740 $- $- $- $17,740 CONSERVATION-OUTSIDE CONSULT $1 $- $25 $- $26 11 SUZANNE ROAD $32,340 $- $808 $- $33,149 TRUST FUND DONATIONS $- $- $664 $1,141 $(477) HAYDENWOOD TRAIL 12-19 $(6,836) $- $12,147 $7,907 $(2,596) MINUTEMAN ATH CONSULTANTS $- $- $- $1,045 $(1,045) HARTWELL AVE TRAFFIC S $5,000 $- $- $4,766 $234 ECON DEVELOPMENT INTERN $1,002 $- $- $- $1,002 LEXINGTON CTR COMMITTEE GIFTS $2,013 $- $- $- $2,013 LIBERTY RIDE-REVOLVING $12,667 $4,770 $179,041 $186,114 $10,365 TOURISM GIFT ACCOUNT/DN $116 $- $- $- $116 SHIRE/ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT $145,142 $- $- $- $145,142 GREEN COMM DOER GRANT $- $- $198,455 $196,455 $2,000 GREEN COMMUNITIES GRANT FY18 $1 $- $- $- $1 RENTAL REVOLVING FUND $266,776 $- $568,656 $480,714 $354,717 OFF DUTY DETAIL-POLICE $(348,789) $- $1,572,881 $1,624,671 $(400,579) (continued on next page) 140 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT \11\1\1�1��111111��I�II�� \ \ l 1 veI I G"im /l�"N��"� I IAl G"iiarid 136�ar mm � �I� � �.as page)) ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. Balance Transfers/ Balance July 1,2018 Roll Forwards Revenues Expenditures June 30,2019 DFCU GIFT ACCOUNT $350 $- $5,000 $4,727 $623 POLICE DEPT GIFT FUND $14 $- $- $- $14 FIREARMS RECORD KEEPING FUND $225 $3,113 $9,175 $6,800 $5,712 BULLETPROOF VEST PARTNERSHIP $6,758 $- $- $6,758 $_ OFF DUTY DETAIL-FIRE $31,403 $25 $77,004 $76,748 $31,683 FIRE DEPT GIFTS $18,977 $- $5,700 $- $24,677 FIREFIGHTER EXAM $12,363 $- $900 $566 $12,697 EMERGENCY MGMT PERF 6/18 SUP $(8,022) $ $8,022 $- $_ SAFE FY19 $- $ $5,454 $- $5,454 SAFE FY18 $26 $ $- $26 $_ SENIOR SAFE FY18 $2,573 $ $- $2,573 $_ SENIOR SAFE FY17 $1,280 $ $(1,280) $- $_ LIFE SAFETY DEV 6/17 $5,669 $ $- $2,021 $3,647 HAZMAT MATL REIMB FUND $14,379 $ $- $- $14,379 HOME COOKING SENIOR 4/15 $3,170 $ $- $- $3,170 SENIOR SAFE FY14 $48 $ $2,800 $- $2,848 FIRE HEARING OFFICER $- $ $1,666 $1,666 $- HAZ MAT RESPONSE GRANT $- $ $8,524 $8,524 $- FYI8TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT $(1,109) $ $2,287 $1,178 $- FY19 TRAFFIC ENFORCE REVENUE $- $ $909 $1,309 $(400) INSPECTION CALL BACK $1,974 $ $300 $- $2,274 NOISE EVAL BROOKHVN $35 $ $- $- $35 KEYSPAN PAVING$ $1,550 $ $- $- $1,550 DPW TREE REVOLVING $22,224 $- $67,650 $- $89,874 DPW COMPOST REVOLVING $891,356 $18,549 $564,474 $732,457 $741,922 STORM WATER PEER REVIEW $- $- $14,988 $1,774 $13,214 DPW CEMETERY REVOLVING $218,333 $1,500 $45,815 $21,130 $244,518 MISC.STATE GRANT $- $- $16,200 $8,089 $8,111 MVP GRANT 6/19 REVENUE $- $- $32,500 $22,658 $9,843 MWRA 0%INTEREST LOAN $4,421 $- $- $- $4,421 MWRALOAN/GRANT ART 33/07 $32,814 $- $31,695 $- $64,510 LEXPRESS GIFTS $12,748 $- $- $270 $12,478 MBTA GRANT $1,087 $12,393 $52,000 $65,156 $324 SALE OF CEMETERY LOTS $651,051 $- $53,726 $55,090 $649,687 DPW-RECYCLING/COMPOST BINS $- $- $1,320 $- $1,320 PARKING RECEIPTS $944,365 $- $622,881 $413,000 $1,154,246 M.M.HAZARDOUS PRODUCTS $45,651 $35,981 $171,401 $169,375 $83,657 OFF DUTY DETAIL-DPW $12,292 $- $60,560 $55,301 $17,552 REGIONAL CACHE-HARTWELL AVE $15,873 $- $22,112 $13,479 $24,507 BOH-OUTSIDE CONSULTANT ACCT $4,000 $- $7,900 $853 $11,047 HEALTH PROGRAMS REVOLVING $89,709 $- $41,128 $36,197 $94,640 PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE $(17,196) $- $53,360 $35,821 $344 CHNA 15 MENTAL HEALTH $(994) $- $- $- $(994) CHA HMCC 6/18 $2,723 $- $- $- $2,723 CHNA 15 MENTAL HEALTH 1/19 $3,730 $- $17,442 $11,340 $9,832 HUMAN SERVICES FRIENDS $6,446 $- $14,211 $10,500 $10,158 HUMAN SERVICES TAXI PROGRAM $16,583 $- $32,455 $26,090 $22,947 SOCIAL SERVICE FROG REVOLVING $50,595 $- $49,258 $52,895 $46,958 C.O.A.GIFT FUND $11,906 $- $27,189 $2,000 $37,094 YOUTH SVC-PARENTING ED EXP $2,060 $- $- $- $2,060 DEA FORMULA GRANT $209 $407 $94,567 $90,202 $4,981 (continued on next page) TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 141 \ 1 1 eveIIS IIIIGni es/l.","I"N��,)eIIS IlldftIGnii�es ard I tnirIlld 136�ar me,,,,a i pIIevbl.als page) ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. Balance Transfers/ Balance July 1,2018 Roll Forwards Revenues Expenditures June 30,2019 SENIOR OUTREACH SVC 4/14 $40,672 $1,593 $- $40,672 $1,593 EFFIC&REGION GRANT 6/19 $9,680 $75,000 $- $53,443 $31,238 VSO SPLIT W/BEDFORD $1,098 $- $41,231 $42,079 $250 STATE AID TO LIBRARIES $90,941 $- $50,296 $21,103 $120,134 CARY LIBRARY MEETING RM COMM $7,887 $- $- $- $7,887 RECREATION GIFT ACCOUNT $57,407 $- $18,750 $20,985 $55,172 INS.REIMBURSEMENT UNDER 20K $137,151 $- $17,993 $- $155,144 INS.REIMBURSEMENT>$20K $80,718 $- $39,263 $- $119,981 HEALTH INSURANCE HOLDING ACCT $590,450 $2,044 $25,934,354 $25,892,129 $634,719 MITIGATION ACCOUNT $1,786,761 $- $1,330,380 $1,215,029 $1,902,111 Rounding $6 $- $- $- $6 Fund 240 Other Special Revenue $7,804,552 $264,733 $33,989,131 $33,020,475 $9,037,942 HARBELL BETTERMENT $26,356 $- $689 $4,398 $22,646 METROWEST TRANSLATION $- $- $3,050 $3,038 $12 TRANS NETWORK RRFA $12,211 $- $16,504 $12,211 $16,505 DESIGN INTERSECT WOB $- $- $25,000 $- $25,000 HARTWELL ZONING PLAN GRANT $(16,785) $16,785 $20,875 $20,079 $796 MITIGATION PARK WOB/L $- $- $25,000 $- $25,000 META 7 GRANT SOLAR PV PROJECT $- $- $- $9,654 $(9,654) FY20 STATE 911 SUPPORT $- $- $86,940 $93,780 $(6,840) LEX KNOX HOME BOX 6/20 $- $- $18,300 $- $18,300 Fund 241 Other Special Revenue $21,782 $16,785 $196,358 $143,160 $91,765 School Special Revenue EARLY CHILDHOOD TYDINGS#262 $ $1,442 $- $1,434 $9 SPEC EDUC FROG IMP#274 $(529) $- $- $- $(529) LOST BOOKS-REVOLVING $21,883 $- $2,353 $235 $24,001 ATHLETICS-REVOLVING $53,546 $21,302 $559,077 $545,708 $88,217 ADULT EDUCATION-REVOLVING $314,272 $5,877 $1,071,183 $1,114,183 $277,149 EARLY CHILDHOOD-REVOLVING $399,543 $187 $254,743 $362,403 $292,070 METCO FEE SUPPORT-REV $8,580 $- $2,100 $8,580 $2,100 COLLEGE TESTING-REVOLVING $65,438 $1,331 $204,346 $34,408 $236,707 WORLD LANGUAGE WKBK-REVOLVING $1,528 $- $(1) $1,511 $15 ESTABROOK MORNING CLUB REVOLV $17,721 $- $15,380 $11,436 $21,665 MST GIFT ACCOUNT $450 $- $- $325 $125 PERFORMING ARTS REVOLVING $47,857 $385 $34,278 $66,649 $15,870 BOSTON UNIV HARRINGTON $511 $- $- $511 $- BU GRANT/BOWMAN 2012 $1,437 $3,241 $- $3,241 $1,437 BOWMAN LIBRARY GIFT ACCOUNT $152 $- $607 $- $759 SCHOOL GIFT ACCOUNT $15,656 $- $2,820 $908 $17,567 HARRINGTON SCHOOL GIFT ACCOUNT $1,433 $- $619 $951 $1,101 BRIDGE SCHOOL GIFT ACCOUNT $7,594 $296 $658 $296 $8,252 DIAMOND SCHOOL GIFT ACCOUNT $1,309 $- $12,500 $11,200 $2,609 FISKE SCHOOL GIFT ACCOUNT $5,760 $999 $46,474 $5,154 $48,080 CASIT ITALIAN LANG GIFT ACCT $3,302 $- $1,000 $1,135 $3,168 HASTINGS GIFT ACCOUNT $11,845 $- $18,205 $9,573 $20,477 V BURNS(UNIT D)MEMORIAL FUND $2,545 $- $- $1,523 $1,022 ESTABROOK GIFT ACCOUNT $2,090 $- $791 $372 $2,510 CLARKE SCHOOL GIFT ACCOUNT $1,317 $100 $1,934 $1,286 $2,065 CITIBANK FED CHALLENGE`07 $31 $- $- $35 $(4) (continued on next page) 142 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT \11\1\1�1��111111��I�II�� \ \ l 1 veI I G"im /l�"N��"� I IAl G"iiarid 136�ar mm � �I� � �.as page)) ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. Balance Transfers/ Balance July 1,2018 Roll Forwards Revenues Expenditures June 30,2019 TAPPLY WRITING PROJECT $991 $- $- $981 $10 ASIA SOCIETY PARTNERSHIP 8/11 $12,381 $630 $12,800 $8,600 $17,211 SCIENCE GIFT ACCOUNT $13,775 $- $- $4,064 $9,710 ALPHAGIFT $3,899 $465 $- $761 $3,603 LHS CHINESE EXCHANGE GIFT $3,900 $- $2,350 $- $6,250 TRANSPORTATION REVOLVING FUND $526,904 $717 $1,086,778 $1,124,733 $489,666 PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT GRANT $- $- $25,000 $- $25,000 CIRCUIT BREAKER-SCH SPECIAL ED $2,110,294 $- $4,528,609 $3,100,924 $3,537,979 METCO -F317-6/11 $254 $ $ $- $254 ESSENTIAL SCH HEALTH-F718-6/11 $51 $ $ $- $51 METCO -F317- 6/12 $2,045 $ $ $- $2,045 DESE METCO-F317-6/14 $(2,955) $ $ $172 $(3,127) METCO 6/15 $(111) $ $ $- $(111) METCO 6/17 $(0) $ $ $463 $(463) METCO 6/18 $(280,673) $1,451 $279,473 $252 $- MEfCO6/19 $- $- $1,597,800 $1,592,434 $5,367 FULL DAY KINDERGARTEN 6/15 $(275) $- $- $- $(275) ENHANCED SCH HEALTH 6/14 $(497) $- $- $- $(497) ENHANCED SCH HEALTH 6/16 $110 $- $- $- $110 ENHANCED SCH HEALTH 6/18 $- $3,015 $- $3,016 $(1) ENHANCED SCH HEALTH 6/19 $- $ $112,799 $112,728 $72 REM FOR SCHOOLS 01/11 $1,000 $ $- $- $1,000 FY 18 HURRICANE RELIEF $- $ $3,026 $3,026 SPED 94-142 6/18 $(153,578) $ $184,095 $32,547 $(2,030T- SPED 94-142 6/19 (2,030)SPED94-1426/19 $- $ $1,691,570 $1,632,645 $58,925 TITLE 16/17 $- $ $45 $45 $- TITLE 16/18 $(7,617) $ $9,686 $2,069 $- TITLE 16/19 $- $ $147,009 $144,872 $2,137 TITLE IIA 6/16 $39 $ $- $- $39 TITLE IIA 6/17 $- $ $253 $- $253 TITLE IIA 6/18 $(6,430) $ $7,836 $1,405 $1 TITLE IIA 6/19 $- $ $87,239 $85,798 $1,441 TITLE 1118/17 $(100) $ $100 $363 $(363) TITLE 1116/18 $(11,363) $ $12,425 $1,062 $- TITLE 1116/19 $- $ $77,362 $76,175 $1,187 EARLY CHILDHOOD 8/15 $150 $ $- $- $150 EARLY CHILDHOOD 6/18 $(7,768) $ $7,768 $6,258 $(6,258) EARLY CHILDHOOD 6/19 $- $ $31,805 $32,018 $(213) TITLE III IMMIG CF FY16 $59 $ $- $- $59 TITLE IV 6/19 $- $ $10,342 $10,342 $- SPED PROF DEV-F249-8/08 $154 $ $ $ $154 ESL CURR DEV 9/09 $90 $ $ $ $90 SPED:IDEA-F240-8/12 $(292) $ $ $ $(292) TITLE I-F305-8/12 $1,013 $ $ $ $1,013 TITLE III-F180-8/10 $200 $ $ $ $200 SPED:IDEA-F240-8/10 $(4,367) $ $ $ $(4,367) TITLE III-F180-8/11 $(460) $ $ $ $(460) EARLY CHILDHOOD IMPROV#298 $2 $ $ $ $2 DEBATE-REVOLVING $(1) $ $ $ $(1) SPED ELEC PORTFOLIOS MCAS 8/04 $900 $ $ $ $900 Early Childhood 8/06 $824 $ $ $824 (continued on next page) TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 143 \ 1 1 veS IGni /l��N�� S ld \Gniiar' I,...'tn,ir' d136�ar mt � �I� � �.as page)) ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. Balance Transfers/ Balance July 1,2018 Roll Forwards Revenues Expenditures June 30,2019 SPED FROG IMP 8/12 $41 $ $ $ $41 ARRA-EARLY CHILDHOOD 6/11 $2,587 $ $ $ $2,587 TITLE 16/15 $3 $ $ $ $3 Title 1 $(1) $ $ $(1) TITLE III-F180-8/12 $(2) $ $ $ $(2) SPED:IDEA-F240-8/11 $(4,570) $ $ $ $(4,570) Rounding $(1) $ $ $(1) School Special Revenue Total $3,185,768 $41,439 $12,145,236 $10,157,781 $5,214,771 Lexington Education Foundation LEF US HISTORY 6/19 REVENUE $ $ $4,080 $4,080 $- LEF EAST ASIAN LIT 6/19 REV $ $ $1,960 $1,785 $175 LEF NEW COMPUTER 6/19 REVENUE $ $ $2,136 $- $2,136 LEF RECESS PILOT 6/19 REVENUE $ $ $5,550 $4,945 $605 LEF NEXT GEN LIBRARY 6/19 REV $ $ $3,623 $3,140 $483 LEF STAND CURRICULUM 6/19 REV $ $ $4,080 $4,080 $- LEF ROBOTICS LEARN 6/19 REV $ $ $7,188 $6,487 $701 LEF SUMMER WORKSHOP 6/19 REVENUE $ $ $50,000 $46,129 $3,871 LEF Project BASED LEARN 6/18 $1 $13,022 $ $8,646 $4,377 LEF INTEGRATING DIVERSITY 6/18 $459 $- $ $- $459 LEF MAKER SPACE ON THE GO 6/18 $283 $- $ $- $283 LEF MAKING IT AT CLARKE 6/18 $786 $6,164 $ $5,949 $1,001 LEF SELC 6/18 $2,195 $466 $ $466 $2,195 LEF SUMMER WORKSHOP 6/18 $12,681 $ $ $ $12,681 LEF PROJECT BASED LEARN FY17 $7,650 $ $ $ $7,650 LEF PILOT INTEGRATE TECH 6/17 $1,995 $ $ $ $1,995 LEF PEER LEADERSHIP 6/17 $3,060 $ $ $ $3,060 LEF 21ST CEN MUSICIANS 6/17 $551 $ $ $ $551 LEF LEGO MINDSTORM 6/17 $2,084 $ $ $ $2,084 LEF UNDERSTAND SCIENCE 6/17 $3,825 $ $ $ $3,825 LEF MULTIDISCIPLINARY 6/17 $635 $ $ $ $635 LEF ELEM ROBOTICS 6/17 $2,926 $ $ $ $2,926 LEF SUMMER WORKSHOP 6/17 $1,312 $ $ $ $1,312 LEF MAKERSPACE 6/16 $37 $ $ $ $37 LEF ROBOTIC FROG 6/16 $608 $ $ $ $608 LEF SENSORY BASED 6/16 $426 $ $ $ $426 EARLY CHILD COMM GRANT $- $ $1,000 $ $1,000 BOWMAN COMMUNITY GRANT $120 $1,500 $5,250 $1,755 $5,115 BRIDGE COMMUNITY GRANT $248 $1,950 $5,250 $2,200 $5,247 ESTABROOK COMMUNITY GRANT $1,500 $- $5,250 $4,450 $2,300 FISKE COMMUNITY GRANT $2,488 $200 $5,250 $4,549 $3,389 HARRINGTON COMMUNITY GRANT $5,250 $- $5,250 $5,200 $5,300 HASTINGS COMMUNITY GRANT $1,512 $5,250 $5,250 $7,727 $4,284 CLARKE COMMUNITY GRANT $1,500 $- $7,500 $3,900 $5,100 DIAMOND COMMUNITY GRANT $4,605 $- $7,500 $11,750 $355 LHS COMMUNITY GRANT $8,692 $377 $11,250 $10,449 $9,869 Lexington Education Foundation Totals $67,428 $28,929 $137,367 $137,688 $96,036 Special Revenue Fund Total $12,182,065 $351,886 $49,713,787 $46,434,390 $15,812,425 144 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT I I 20/20 Vision Committee 96 H S Hanscom Area Towns Committees 105 Scholarship and Education Fund A Committee 114 Historical Commission 106 Ad Hoc Crematory Study 96 Historic Districts Commission 107 School Committee 88 Annual Town Election 23 Housing Authority 107 Senators and Representatives 48 Annual Town Meeting Minutes 29 Housing Partnership Board 108 Special Town Meeting 20 Antony Working Group 96 Human Rights Committee 108 State Election 16 Appropriation Committee 97 Human Services 56 State Primary Election 10 Human Services Committee 109 Superintendent of Schools 90 B Sustainable Lexington 115 Bicycle Advisory Committee 98 Board of Selectmen 3 Information Technology 59 T Tax Deferral and Exemption Study C L Committee 115 Capital Expenditures Committee 98 Land Use, Health, and Tourism Committee 116 Cary Lecture Series 99 Development 60 Town Celebrations Committee 116 Cary Memorial Library 51 Lexington Center Committee 110 Town Clerk/Board of Registrars 9 Commission on Disability 100 Lexington Housing Town Counsel 94 Communications Assistance Board 110 Town Manager 6 Advisory Committee 100 Town Meeting Members 26 Community Preservation M Town Meeting Members Committee 101 Minuteman Regional High School 68 Association 49 Council for the Arts 102 Moderator 49 Town Report Committee 117 Council on Aging 102 Transportation Advisory N Committee 118 D Noise Advisory Committee 111 Tree Committee 118 Design Advisory Committee 103 Trustees of Public Trusts 119 P E Permanent Building Committee 112 W Economic Development Police 70 Water&Sewer Abatement Board 131 Advisory Committee 104 Public Facilities 72 Elected Town Officials 47 y Public Works 75 Youth Commission 132 F R Fence Viewers 104 Z Recreation and Finance 53 Community Programs 84 Zoning Board of Appeals 132 Fire and Rescue 55 Recreation Committee 113 Fund for Lexington 104 Regional Planning Agencies 113 Retirement 87 APPENDIX C' Comptroller Schedule of Greenways Corridor Committee 105 Appropriations 133 Enterprise Funds 137 Debt Service Summary 138 Revenues/Expenditures and Fund Balance 139 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 145 w.,,, Pt ti y P.3 � e � t P f vAPRIL 19" Town of Lexington 1625 Massachusetts Avenue Lexington, MA 02420 781-862-0500 lexingtonma.gov I / 1 l / l �l I JJ / J / J l J E/ / 1 / 1 / I I / / / / ,r / 1 I r .........,rrrr r „rrr / / / f / / f / i / / r / i Oil I i / i / / OOOOO / / r / /rr loo o / ff � lilrrl o / / ......... ......... rrrrrr/ / � / / ........ ... . .rrrrrr. / / / / o / /. ......... rrr / a � ......_.......,,rrrr, / ,i � 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