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SELECTMEN'S MEETING
May 1, 1989 6L*4
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Monday,
May 1 , 1989 , in the Selectmen' s Meeting Room, Town Office Building , at
7:30 p.m. Chairman Smith, Mr. Marshall , Mr. Fddison, Mr. Dailey, Mr.
McSweeney; Mr. White, Town Manager; Mr.. Cohen, Town Counsel ; Ms. Radway,
Assistant to the Town Manager;`Mrs. Snow, Executive Clerk, were present.
T.S.A.C. REPORTS, TRAFFIC ITEMS
Peter Chalpin, Chairman of the Traffic Safety Advisory Committee,
was present for review of his Committee's recommendations on various
traffic items referred by the Selectmen.
MOON HILL ROAD, DR. CLAPKF
Mr. Chalpin recapped the report of the T.S.A.C. on the request of
Eric Clarke, Six Moon Hill , Inc. for installation of warning and
motorist alert signs on Moon Hill Road, at Moreland Avenue.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
recommendations of the Traffic Safety Advisory Committee that a "STOP"
s i gna and a "NOT A THROUGH WAY" sign on Moon Hill Road at Moreland
Avenue.
HILL STREET, MRS. BERTUCCI
The report of the T.S.A.C. on the request of Claire Bertucci for
installation of signage and improvements to visibility on Hill Street,
was reviewed.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
recommendations of the Traffic Safety Advisory Committee on the
installation of signs on Hill Street as follows:
Two new "CURVE" signs , one at house #64 and one just below house
#58
Three new "RUN!)ND DRI VEWAYS" signs , one at #58, one just below #58
and one at #50.
In addition, the D.P.W. will be asked to trim roadside shrubs and
trees within the Town's right-of-way in the area.
CONCORD AVENUE, S. LEXINGTON CIVIC ASSOCIATION
Mr. Chalpin reported on his Committee's meeting with
representatives of the South Lexington Civic Association to discuss
Concord Avenue traffic issues relative to safety and police enforcement.
The Commitee had submitted a 3/22/89 agenda of items in six
categories , upon which the following recommendations were made. Upon motion
duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the recommendations
Relative to Item I-R, the Committee recommended that the Mass .
D.P.W. be requested to perform radar studies to determine today's 85th
percentile speed on Concord Avenue. Pursuant to that determination, the
Town will decide what course to take regarding the Association's request
for lowered speed limit.
Item 1-C: two missing signs will be replaced: "LEFT TURN ONLY" and
"YIELD" off Route 21 and two "School" s i gnswi l l be installed at the Cotting Schoe
Regarding Item II-B, the Association's request for Radar Camera
Installation, the Committee made no recommendation, because of
procedural matters and a pending law suit.
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2_Mr. Chalpin added that all other agenda items were briefly
addressed and where possible, answers were provided on information
seeking questions.
Mr. Chain-in said he will explore possible ways to improve
visibility which is obstructed by an evergreen fence on Concord Avenue
at Pleasant Street.
PLEASANT/FERN STREETS, CROSTON
Mr. Chalpin reviewed the March 78 report of his Committee,
previously discussed by the Selectmen en April 10, and a further report,
dated April 11 , on agreement reached with Mr. Wilson and Mr. Eagle
regarding relocation of a driveway at the Wilson Farm stand. Action on
the requests of Robert Creston had been deferred on April 10, to allow
for conference on the driveway with the owners of the farm stand.
The Selectmen agreed with the recommendation of the Traffic
Committee that the existing No Parking regulation on Pleasant Street
would be extended from Fern Street to #79 Pleasant Street, on both
sides.
Also agreed to was the recommendation that a crosswalk be installed
at the Pleasant Street/Fern Street bus stops .
Regarding the recommendation for installation of a 7" high
bituminous berm sidewalk on the odd numbered side of Pleasant Street, it
was decided that the sidewalk be constructed from Fern Street to house
#23, rather than [louse #29, as proposed by the Traffic Committee. Mr.
Marshall had not been pleased with the idea of installing the sidewalk
any further than necessary and had suggested that the shorter distance
be tried as to effectiveness in deterring encroachment t).,4' cars on r..r
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residents ' lawns. Mr. Dailey had concurred with the proposal for a
shorter sidewalk to preserve the rural character of Pleasant St. as much
as possihle.
The Selectmen agreed with the Committee's recommendation that the
southernmost parking lot entrance to Wilson Farm be relocated to a point
175'+ further south and that Pleasant Street be widened approaching this
new entrance to accommodate a left turn stacking lane.
Kevin Devereaux, 21 Fern Street, said that as a lifetime resident
of the area he had seen the Wilson operation grow to the point that
Pleasant Street, as designed, is not adequate to handle the traffic it
generates. Sue Penner, Fern Street resident, saw urgent need for safety
improvements to allow pedestrians to cross Pleasant Street.
Mr. Marshall moved that the Selectmen adopt all recommendations of
the Traffic Committee, initially modifying the proposed length of the
sidewalk by extending it to #23 Pleasant Street, rather than #29 with
the option of lengthening it if it is necessary in the future.
Mr. Chalpin was in favor of the longer walk as originally proposed,
to prevent cars from driving onto the grass strip at the widened area .
Mr. Marshall 's motion was seconded and it was voted to approve
recommendations of the Traffic Safety Committee regarding the extension
of No Parking Regulations ; installation of a crosswalk; relocation of
the entrance to the Wilson parking lot 175 '+ further south, and the
widening of Pleasant Street to accommodate a left stacking lane for
turns into the lot. The sidewalk will be constructed on the odd _
numbered side of Pleasant Street to house #23 and lengthened in the
future if it proves to be necessary.
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING
May 8, 1989 .pr•
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A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Monday,
May 8, 1989, in the Selectmen's Meeting Room, Town Office Building , at
7:30 p.m. Mr. Eddison, Acting Chairman, Mr. Marshall , Mr. Dailey, Mr.
McSweeney; Mr. White, Town Manager; Mr. Cohen, Town Counsel ; Ms. Radway,
Assistant to the Town Manager; Mrs. Snow, Executive Clerk, were present.
Mrs. Smith joined the meeting later.
JOHN TAYLOR, H.F.A.C.
Mr. Eddison explained that Mrs. Smith was absent for the first
agenda item regarding Hanscom Field because of her involvement with
Massport.
John Taylor, Lexington Representative to Hanscom Field Advisory
Commission, was present to bring the Board up to date on activities and
future plans for Hanscom Field.
He outlined his perception of his role as a Commissioner and
reported on changes in aircraft activity levels in 1988 over 1987. He
saw an upward trend about which he felt that all should be concerned,
noting his observation of the beginning of awareness of the trend by
citizens.
He reviewed Massport's current plans and major objectives :
Plans for a public hearing on Night Operation Surcharge rules in
late May;
Noise Monitoring Equipment to be installed at Massport expense;
Proposal for a Noise Control and Compatability Planning Study, to
begin within 6 months;
Explore the expansion and relocation of East Coast Aerotech;
Major upgrading of Hanscom infrastructure;
Address ways to reduce the annual deficit of Hanscom operations ;
Encourage expansion of commuter operations.
Mr. Taylor felt that the Town's primary concern should be an
feasible restriction of nighttime and early a.m. hours of operation and
the protection of the citizens concerned.
The Town Manager will draft a letter to be sent by the Selectmen in
support of limiting 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. flying hours.
Mr. White referred to the Air Force' s plans for Open House on July
2nd. Although he has not reviewed details of the programs planned, he
felt that the Air Force was attempting to be cooperative about noise and
traffic related issues.
Mr. Eddison thanked Mr. Taylor for his informative presentation, and
for his ongoing efforts on behalf of the Town.
Mrs. Smith joined the meeting.
NEIL CRONIN, MINUTE MAN CANE AWARD
Mrs. Smith noted that Neil Cronin had come to the meeting prepared
to give a report on the Battle Green Guide Program of which he is
Director but asked that David Williams be allowed to speak briefly at
that time.
Mr. Williams, who was Chairman of the Minute Man Cane Award
Selection Committee gave a history of the award each year of the "Boston
Post" cane to an outstanding citizen, who had continued, past the age of
80, to contribute significantly to the Town.
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The practice has now been reactivated by his Committee, members of which
were present and were introduced.
He announced that 'fir. Cronin was the 1989 winner of the care, which
was presented to him by Alice Hinkle, Committee member.
Mrs. Smith read a resolution issued by the Selectmen in •••
acknowledgement of the event. Dorothy Boggi a , member of the Council on
Aging, invited all present to attend a reception to be given at the
Senior Center in Mr. Croni n's honor later that week.
The Selectmen congratulated Mr. Cronin and complimented the
Committee for a most appropriate choice.
MINUTES
Minutes of the Selectmen's Meeting on April 24, 1989, were approved
as corrected.
CONSENT AGENDA
VFW COIN-OPERATED MACHINES
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
application of VFW Post #3007, 2 Hayes Lane, for licenses for two coin
operated video games on the premises.
VFW POPPY DRIVE
Upon morion duly made and seconded, it was voted to give permission
to VFW Post #3007 to conduct its annual Poppy Drive on May 18, 19, and
20, 1989.
FLAG DAY REQUEST, ELKS
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to permit the
Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks , Lodge #2204, to hold Flag Day
ceremonies on the Battle Green on Wednesday, June 14, 1989, at 7:00 p.m.
TRAFFIC ITEM, RABINOWITZ, CROSSWALKS
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to refer the
letter of Rosalie Rabinowitz, expressing her concerns about Center
crosswalks and jaywalking, to the Traffic Safety Advisory Committee for
review and recommendations.
ABATEMENTS
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve
abatement of the following charges: Sewer, $1,254.72; Demand, $5.00.
FERN/PLEASANT STREETS TRAFFIC ISSUES
Discussion of Pleasant/Fern Streets traffic issues, previously
considered on May 1 , was continued. Robert Croston and other area
residents were present.
Mrs. Smith explained that it had been felt by Board members that
the May 1st discussion had been some-what rushed because of the press of
Town Meeting matters. In order to ensure that all input from neighbors
and the Board had been heard, this meeting had been scheduled.
Regarding decisions made on May 1 , it was expected that no changes would
be made. If it appeared that any part of the vote that evening was to
be amended, Mrs. Smith said that a subsequent meeting would be called,
with adequate notice to all concerned.
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omik Peter Chalpin, Chairman of the Traffic Safety Advisory Committee,
reviewed the vote of the Board, based on his Committee's
recommendations , as follows:
. The existing No Parking Regulation on Pleasant Street will be
extended crom Fern Street to #29 Pleasant Street, on both sides;
. A crosswalk will be installed at the Pleasant Street/Fern Street
bus stops;
. A 7" high bituminous berm sidewalk will he constructed on the odd
numbered side of Pleasant Street from Fern Street to house #23;
. The Southernmost parking lot entrance to Wilson Farm will be
relocated to a point 175'+ further south and Pleasant Street will
be widened approaching this new entrance to accommodate a left
stacking lane.
Mr. Chalpin referred to the agreement by the Wilsons to finance the
parking lot entrance relocation, with Town replacement of curbing at the
old location.
Mrs. Smith noted that the Police Department will be closely
monitoring the area to ensure compliance with traffic rules .
Mr. Dailey referred to the rural character of Pleasant Street and
suggested that the ambience of the street could be better maintained by
omitting "No Parking" signs beyond #23 Pleasant Street, rather than
continuina them to the Luongo Farm. He asked that the Board consider
this amendment to the May 1st vote.
Donald Wilson complimented the Board for its effort toward
alleviating traffic problems on Pleasant Street and was in complete
agreement on the concept of relocation of the entrance. He agreed with
the suggestion that "No Parking" signs be installed only to #23.
Mrs. Smith saw the need for further consideration of the issue and
asked to defer the matter to May ?2 at 8:00 p.m. She assured the
residents that the Board's May 1st decisions on the other items , would
stand.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to defer the "No
Parking" issue to May 22, 1989, at 8:00 p.m.
PARKING/BATTLE GREEN
Mr. Chalpin reviewed his January 4th memo, outlining the results of
an Engineering Dept. study of parking at the Battle Green. Data was
collected on five weekdays in the Fall .
Thic information showed that 40% of the unregulated spaces are
occupied by all-day parkers , but not by the same all-day parkers each
day. The Committee felt that there was a healthy turnover rate in the
unregulated spaces and, allthough they are usually used to capacity, the
majority of vehicles are not parked all day.
Mr. Marshall was in favor of imposing the same regulations on
Harrington Road and Mass. Avenue, in front of residences , as around the
Battle Green, which would prohibit parking all around the Green.
He noted that there is space, especially in the morning, at the
Merriam Street lot.
Mr. McSweeney saw the need for more two-hour spaces near the shops
and suggested that the all-day parking could be moved up Mass. Avenue
nearer to St. Brigidls.
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4..Mrs. Smith felt that there is a need to ask Town Meeting for
funding of a comprehensive parking study of the entire Center and
proposed that no changes he made until this broader examination of the r..�
parking issue is made.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to insert an
Article in the Warrant for the 1990 Town Meeting requestino an
appropriation for a parking study for Lexington Center and to defer
action on Battle Green parking until the results of the study are known.
COUNCIL ON AGING APPOINTMENT
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
appointment by the Town Manager of Harriet Holzman Onel l o, 237 Wood
Street, to the Council on Aging, to fill the unexpired term of Susan
Nordemo.
SEWER USE RULES & REGULATIONS
Mr. White ref ert'ed to the requirement of the MWRA for revision of
Sewer Use Pules and Regulations to ensure that all MWRA town 's
regulations are in compliance with theirs . The revisions to Lexington's
Regulations would mainly affect industry and the discharge of industrial
waste, but would not affect discharges from dwellings. Mr; White noted
that the revised regulations for Lexington had been approved by the MWRA
and asked for the approval and signatures of the Board.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adopt the
revised "Sewer Use Rules and Regulations for the Town of Lexington,
Mass." , as approved by the Mass. Water Resources Authority.
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AFFORDABLE HOUSING COMMITTEES
Mr. White reviewed his plans for staffing of the Affordable Housing
Options Committee and the Site Plan Development Committee, to he formed
as directed by the Town Meeting.
Deborah Radway and Robert Ebersole, with periodic involvement of
the Town Manager, would assist the Site Plan Committee and would support
to a lesser degree the Options Committee.
Robert Bowyer and the Planning staff would be assigned to the
Housing Options Committee and from time to time would give assistance to
the Site Plan Committee.
Mrs. Smith will prepare a Charge for the Site Plan Committee, using
as a framework points in Mr. Eddi son' s April 19th letter to Town Meeting
members.
The composition of the Site Plan Committee was discussed.
Representatives of the Planning Board, LexHAB, Housing Authority and
Conservation Commission and area residents would be involved, with
Recreation and Fair Housing Committee members as possible liaisons .
Mrs. Smith suggested that a Selectman act as Chairman of the Committee
and proposed that Mr. Marshall , if willing, act in that role.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to appoint Paul W.
Marshall as Chairman of the Pine Meadows/Meaahervi l l e Site Plan
Development Committee.
Mrs. Smith recommended that the other Selectmen also be involved
and attend meetings as often as possible. simm
Attempt will be made to appoint the members of the Committee on May
22. Membership of the Housing Options Committee was considered.
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0'"'"'" Representatives from the same Boards as would be involved on the
Options Committee, as well as one representative from each Precinct.
Mr. Marshall saw the reed for citizen involvement by people with
the ability to communicate with Town Meeting Ind to understand the
political -processes o.c Town Gkaernment apd a airs .
The newspaper will publicize the need for volunteers willing to
work on the Committee.
Mrs. Smith pointed out the need for significant input from the
Planning Board and Mr. Eddison suggested that a Selectman and a Planning
Board member co-chair the Committee. Mrs. Smith will confer with
Planning Board Chairman Uhrig to find out if her Board wishes to
participate in that way.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to appoint John C.
Eddison as either Chairman or Co-Chairman of the Affordable Housing
Options Committee.
Mrs. Smith, Mr. Dailey, and Mr. McSweeney will continue to work
together on housing goals.
AWARD TO WILLIAM KENNEDY
Mr. White informed the Board of the award to Bill Kennedy of the
Ralph W. Horne Award, presented each year to a Civil Engineer who has
contributed significantly in a municipality, state or federal post by
his activities in areas of public interest. Mr. White suggested that
the Selectmen send their expressions of appreciation and congratulations
to Mr. Kennedy on winning this distinctive honor.
BATTLE GREEN/NATIONAL PARK SERUCE
Mr. Eddison reported that the Ad Hoc Committee on Town-Park
Cooperation will meet on May 11th to explore opportunities for
cooperative efforts between the Town and the National Park Service by
inclusion of the Town's historical attractions in Battle Road
activities.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5 - 0 by roll call
vote, Mrs. Smith, Mr. Marshall , Mr. Eddison, Mr. Dailey, Mr. McSweeney,
to go into Executive Session for discussion of matters of Collective
Bargaining, with no intent to resume open session.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at
10:15 P.M.
A true record, Attest:
,ars or. H.
Snow
Executive Clerk
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Pi* SELECTMEN'S MEETING
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May 22, 1989 a
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Monday, May
22, 1989 in the Selectmen' s Meeting Room, Town Office Building, at 7:30
p.m. Chairman Smith, Mr. Eddison, Mr. Dailey, Mr. McSweeney; Mr. White,
Town Manager; Mr. Cohen, Town Counsel ; Ms. Radway, Assistant to the Town
Manager; Mrs. Snow, Executive Clerk, were present.
PUBLIC HEARING, GASOLINE STORAGE, SALTER BLDG.
Mrs. Smith opened the hearing and explained its purpose as being as
proforma procedure to regulate the storage of flammable fluids. She
referred to statements in favor of granting the license to the
petitioners from the Building Commissioner and Conservation
Administrator and the memo from George Smith, Health Director
recommending submission of a contingency plan to provide for any
spillage which might occur.
Mrs. Smith read the Legal Notice of the hearing which had appeared
in the Lexington Minute Man on May 11, 1989. The application of the
1709 Mass. Avenue Partnership Trust had requested permission for storage
of a maximum of 440 gallons of gasoline, stored in automobile gasoline
tanks , in an in-building garage at 1709 Mass. Avenue.
It was agreed that permission, if granted, should be sub,i Pct to the
Health Director's conditions.
'w't There being no other comments from the Board or the audience, Mrs.
Smith declared the hearing to be closed.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
petition of Samuel R. Kosti ck, 1709 Mass. Avenue Partnership, 359
Boylston Street, Boston, MA for permission and license for storage of
automobile gasoline in gasoline tanks of 22 automobiles (maximum amount
440 gallons) in a parking garage at the Salter Building, 1709-1727 Mass.
Avenue, Lexington.
Granting of the license was subject to the condition that the
petitioner arrange for development of a contingency plan to provide for
ary incidents of gasoline spillage which must be filed with the Fire,
Health, and Conservation Departments.
TRAFFIC SIGNAL, WALTHAM ST./BROOKSIDE AVENUE
Mr. White recapped procedures undertaken relative to the
installation of a traffic signal on Waltham Street at Brookside Avenue,
since its approval by the 1988 Town Meeting. He noted that the
Selectmen and Town Manager had recommended against passage of the
Article, since it had been shown that State DPW Warrants could not be
met and because of other s i gnat i zati on priorities.
A Warrant study was conducted by Louis Berger & Associates , Inc. on
eight of eleven traffic Warrants. Engineers Hameed Pervez and Syed
Salam were present to review their findings with the Board.
A determination had been made, that with the presence of a crossing
guard, Warrant #4 relative to gaps in traffic, could not be certified by
the Engineers. However, if a Crossing Guard were not on duty, with the
high level of traffic observed on Waltham St. there would not be
sufficient gaps and it would not be safe for children to cross, thus
Warrant #4 could be satisfied. Traffic counts had been made on normal
traffic days on Tuesdays , Wednesdays and Thursdays.
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Mr. Pervez reviewed the procedures undertaken which led to the
recommendations which were stated in the report entitled "Traffic Si Anal ....
Justification Study, Waltham Street/Brookside Avenue, Lexington, Mass."
dated November, 1988, by Louis Berger & Associates .? Regarding the
Engineer's recommendation to extend the presence of a guard by 15
minutes in the morning, Mr. Pervez added that whenever there was unusual
school activity, there should be a guard on duty, or if the Guard
schedule cannot be coordinated with extra school programs, a light
should be installed.
Mr. Dailey noted the safety and effectiveness of the Crossing Guard
for children and the aid to traffic flow of the berm opposite Brookside
Avenue. He questioned whether that efficiency could be duplicated by a
traffic signal . Mr. Pervez responded that the signal would provide
safety but would not be as efficient.
Bruce Collier quoted an October 3, 1988 letter to the Town Manager
from the State DPW which allowed for both the guard and the signal , once
the Warrant had been satisfied.
Donald Cordell asked if counts were to he made before and P, 'ter
school when there was unusual activity, but without a guard, the
Warrants could be met.
Vicki Schwartz noted that or Thursday when there is early
dismissal , the guard seems to be late and asked if the count could be
made then.
Mrs. Smith said that in the interest of safety, she would prefer to
see extended hours for the Crossing Guard ra+her than even the shortest
period without a guard. She suggested a further detailed study when ...r
there were before and after school activities seemed appropriate.
It was suggested that as soon as possible the Engineers conduct a
count at the crossing on two normal days , after the guard leaves , to
obtain data to certify Warrant #4.
Mr. White agreed that the further study will be done.
Mrs. Smith thanked the Engineers and residents who had participated
for their attendance and contributions .
PLEASANT STREET/FERN STREET TRAFFIC
The traffic concerns of the residents of Pleasant Street and Fern
Street in the vicinity of the Wilson Farms operation, which had
previously been discussed on April 10 and May 8, 1989, were reviewed.
Mrs. Smith noted that among several issues for consideration, one
item, the extent of "No Parking" on Pleasant Street remained unresolved.
The residents had been in favor of extending the restriction to #29
Pleasant Street and Selectmen Marshall and Dailey had preferred that for
the time being, the restriction end at #23. Mrs. Smith added that heavy
Police surveillance will be implemented to ensure compliance with the
regulations.
Mr. McSweeney said he agreed with the concept of ending the ban at
#23, coordinated with the location of the new entrance to the Wilson 's
parking lot.
Robert Croston, 15 Pleasant Street, acted as spokesman for the
group. He was in favor of the longer posted area because he felt that
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Donald Wilson noted the great increase in cars generally and the
fact that cars in the immediate neighborhood had increased from eight to
thirty three within past years.
Robert Berezin took issue with Mr. Wilson's observation and felt
that the problem was not with local cars but due to the impact of the
parked cars of the Wilson's customers. He said that the desire of the
neighbors was to see all the farm stand customers parking in the Wilson
lot and stressed the need for constant Police enforcement, especially on
weekends.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to implement the
"No Parking" regulation on Pleasant Street, from Fern Street to #23
Pleasant Street at a point felt appropriate by the Engineering
Department. In two months , after all the previously approved
improvements had been in place, the effectiveness of the parking
restriction will be re-evaluated.
The DPW will be requested to install the No Parking signs as soon
as possible and the Police Department will be asked for strict
enforcement of the parking restriction.
Mrs. Smith thanked the residents for their attendance and the
opportunity to become acquainted.
PUBLIC HEAPING, TELEPHONE COMPANY
Mrs. Smith opened a Public Hearing on the petition of the New
Om^ figland Telephone Company for a grant of location for installation of
conduit in Grant Street.
Robert Poudreau, representing the Telephone Company explained the
need for the work to replace overhead wires in the area .
The recommendations in favor of approval of the Director of the
D.P.W. were read by the Chairman.
Ruth Smith, 22 Grant Street asked if blasting would be necessary
for the installation. Mr. Boudreau said he saw no reason for blasting,
but that if it proved to be necessary, residents would be notified and a
Special License applied for.
Mrs. Smith (abuttor) expressed concern with interference to other
services i .e. gas , water, and with possible damage to her property. Mr.
Boudreau assured her that the project involved digging in the road
right-of-way and would not impact her property.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
petition, plans and orders of the New England Telephone Company to lay
and maintain underground conduit in Grant Street, on the northerly side
426' from Massachusetts Avenue starting at existing pole #117/53 to
existing pole #117/51. If, in order to accomplish this work, it is
found that any blasting will be necessary, said Company shall apply for
the permission of the Board of Selectmen before proceeding.
Mr. Boudreau was asked to explain the exact location of the work
within the Town right-of-way to Mrs. Smith, (abuttor) and the procedures
to be implemented.
Mr. Dailey complimented Mr. Boudreau for his years of service at
the Hayden Recreation Center and his involvement in Hayden's hockey
program.
MINUTES
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve, as
presented, the minutes of meetings of the Selectmen on April 27, May 1 ,
and May 8, 1989.
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CHANGE OF MANAGER, K. of C.
Mrs. Smith read the petition of the Knights of Columbus Members
Assoc i at i cin for approval of Charge of Managers under the Association's
Club Liquor License to Joe R. Medlin, replacing James R. Cataldo.
Mr. White said that he had reviewed the application and was
convinced that no conflict of duty or interest would result from the
appointment of Mr. Medlin, who is an employee of the Town D.P.W.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
appointment of Joe R. Medlin as Manager of the Knights of Columbus
Members Association, Inc.
APPOINTMENT OF COMPTROLLER
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to reappoint John
J . Ryan as Comptroller of the Town for a term of office to expire on May
31, 1992.
The Board expressed ;is appreciation for the fine job done by Mr.
Ryan in admirably serving the Town for the past three years.
SERVICE OF WINE, CLARKE MIDDLE SCHOOL
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to perm't the
service of wine at the Jonas Clarke Middle School on Tuesday, June 13,
1989, at an afternoon Board meeting of the J .C.S.A. (PTA) .
MEETING SCHEDULE
It was agreed that meetings of the Board would be scheduled as
follows during the summer months , subject to possible change: r.o
June 5, June 19, June 26, July 10, July 2.4, August 7, and August 21
CONSENT AGENDA
COMMITMENTS
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
Commitment of the following Charges:
Cycle 9 Water, $60,827.00; Final Sewer Bills, April , $1,090.79;
Final Water Bills , April , $1 ,044.96; Street Opening Permit fees,
$525.00.
VIDEO GAME LICENSES
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
renewal of Coin Operated Video Game machines , as follows:
Knights of Columbus Members Association, 177 Bedford Street
Lexington Lodge of Elks, #2204, 959 Bedford Street
LIMOUSINE LICENSES
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
application for renewal of Limousine Licenses for two vehicles operated
by Limousine Eighteen, LTD, 18 Fai rl and Street, Marc Shpilner,
proprietor.
ONE DAY LIQUOR LICENSE
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to ratify the poll
vote on May 18, 1989, approving the request of The Children's Center of ...r
Lexington, for permission to serve wine at a fund raiser in Cary
Memorial Hall on May 20, 1989, and its application for a One Day Liquor
License on that date.
Selectmen's Meeting -3- May 1, 1989
CONSENT AGENDA
FREEMAN, CARRIAGE DRIVE, TRAFFIC ITEM
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to refer the
request of Kathryn Freeman for a "Go Slow - Children" sign on Carriage
Drive to the Traffic Safety Advisory Committee for review and
recommendations.
EUSTIS, CROSSING GUARD, BATTLE GREEN
Upon motionduly made
and, seconded, it vas voted to refer the
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Street to James Mac I n nes , of the School Administration, for review and
response.
RESIGNATION, CHARLES STEVENS, T.A.C.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to accept the
resignation of Charles W. Stevens from the Transportation Advisory
Committee.
GRANT ANTICIPATION LOAN
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve and
execute a note for grant anticipation borrowing based on cash
requirements for water audit and leak detection purposes, in the amount
of $67,400, awarded to the lowest bidder, Century Bank and Trust.
MINUTES
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve, as
presented the minutes of the Selectmen' s Meeting on April 10, 1989.
LIMOUSINE LICENSE
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
application for renewal of Limousine License of Charles E. Parks d/b/a
Parks Limousine Service for a 1988 Ford Crown Victoria Sedan and a 1988
Lincoln sedan.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at
8:00 P.M.
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ma ion H. Snow
Executive Clerk
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Selectmen 's Meeting -5- May 22, 1989
TRANSFER, RESERVE FUND
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
transfer o-f $8,000.00 from the Reserve Fund to the Police Expense
Budget, #01-101-102.
RFP, TAXI SERVICES
Mr. White reported that Lexington Cab Company had neglected to
renew the licenses of its three remaining cabs and that no interest had
been shown in continuing to serve the Town. Since there now is only one
cab company in operation, the Town has been left with a service void.
Mr. White said he saw the need for competition in the provision of
taxi service and had submitted a draft RFP which will be sent to taxi
companies in surrounding towns to seek their interest in operating in
Lexington.
Referring to the Taxi Rules and Regulations , the Manager noted the
requirement for residency for cab operators . He asked if the Board
might see some flexibility in that area . He felt that if there was
assurance of good character of operators , there was no need for the
residency requirement, as it stands.
Mr. White suggested that five cabs in addition to the seven Arlex
taxis seemed appropriate, based on previous experience.
Mrs. Smith said she saw several areas in the Regulations that
should be revamped and felt that there was a general sense that the
residency requirements should be changed.
RTE 2A/MARRETT ROAD, INCREASED SCOPE OF SERVICES
M r. White requested an amendment of $79,420 to the original BSC
engineering contract for the Marrett Road/Rte 2A road improvement
project. He explained the need for the increase in order to complete
the 75 and 100 percent Design Plans because of higher wages to engineers
and for an increased scope of services. The amount of the additional
funding would be covered by Ch. 90 direct grant monies.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
request of Richard E. Spiers, Director, DPW/Engineering, for a Wage Cost
Adjustment and Increased Scope of Services to the BSC Group Service
Agreement in the amount of $79,420, to be funded by Chapter 90 direct
grant monies under Chapter 811 of 1985.
MWRA WATER BAN
Mr. White referred to a Notice declaring a state of public water
supply emergency to be distributed to residents and posted. The Manager
reviewed with the Board water restrictions limiting some and prohibiting
other water uses and noted that the restrictions will be strictly
enforced with eventual shut-off of water for continued violations.
Mrs. Smith requested an update on the status of wells in Lexington.
LEXPRESS CONTRACT
Mr. White reported that he had recently signed a contract extension
of 9 months with Eldorado Transportation Corp. 4or LEXPRESS services and
reviewed the conditions of the addendum to the contract covering certain
maintenance issues , downtime, insurance and inspection procedures.
The Manager noted the cooperation of DPW and Police mechanics in
the preventive maintenance procedures.
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L EXPRESS will operate a Alewife Shuttle Service on an experimental
basis until July 8, 1989, per Agreement, dated May 9, 1989. ,,,ow
The LEXPRESS Shuttle Service does not appear to conflict with the
existing MBTA runs to Alewife but the Transportation Committee will
monitor and evaluate the program to ensure compliance with terms of the
Agreement.
APPOINTMENT - CONSERVATION COMMISSION
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
appointment by the Town Manager of Marcus P. Phinney, 62 Fottler Avenue,
to the Conservation Commission, to fill the unexpired term of John
Oberteuffer.
HOUSING AUTHORITY LAND
Mr. Cohen referred to Town land at Mass . Avenue, near Oak Street,
to be transferred to the Housing Authority for the construction of
housing for families with handicapped members as authorized by Town
Meeting. The Authority plans to use a portion of the land , leaving Lot
3 unused. Mr. Cohen requested that the Board execute a Quitclaim Deed
subject to Planning Board approval of subdivision of the land.
Mrs. Smith said she would vote to sign the Deed if it can be
demonstrated that Lot 3, the unused portion, has sufficient frontage to
be buildable.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to sign a
Quitclaim Deed granting land located on Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington,
shown as "Lot 4, 25,725 s.f. on "Subdivision Plan of Land Prepared for ..w
Lexington Housing Authority" , with the understanding that Town Counsel
will retain the document until it is ascertained that Lot 3 has
buildable frontage.
MIDDLESEX COUNTY LAND USE COMMITTEE
Mr. McSweeney reported that the M.C.A.B. Land Use Committee is
issuing a new Request for Proposal on development plans owned by the
County on the Lexington/Waltham boundary. He will keep the Board
informed on progress.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 4-0 by roll call
vote; Mrs. Smith, Mr. Eddi son, Mr. Dailey, Mr. McSweeney, to go into
Executive Session for discussion of matters of litigation, with no
intent to resume open session.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at
10:05 p.m.
A true record, Attest:
Marion H. Snow
Executive Clerk