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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1990-02-BOS-min n 1 OEM SELECTMEN'S MEETING February 5, 1990 1 A regular meting of the Board of Selectmen was *held on Monday, February 5, 1990, in the Selectmen's Meeting Room, Town Office Building, at 7:30 p.m. Chairman Eddison, Mr. Marshall, Mr. Dailey, Mr. McSweeney; Mr. White, Town Manager; Ms. Radway, Asst. to the Town Manager; Mr. Cohen, Town Counsel; Mrs. Snow, Executive Clerk, were present. MINUTES Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the minutes of the Selectmen's Meeting on January 10, 1990, as presented. RESIGNATION, CATV COMMITTEE Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to accept the resignation of Phyllis S. Wilner as a member of the Cable Television & Communications Advisory Committee, effective immediately. APPOINTMENT, CATV COMMITTEE Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to appoint Julie Triessl as a member of the Cable Television & Communications Advisory Committee, to fill the unexpired term of Stella Liu to September 30, 1991. CONSENT AGENDA PROCLAMATION Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to proclaim the month of February, 1990, to be "American History Month", as requested by the Daughters of the American Revolution. ABATEMENTS Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the abatement of Water Charges in the total amount of $6,298.75, and Water Charges in the total amount of $7,113. 13. COMMITMENTS Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the Commitment of Street Opening Permit Fees in the amount of $100.00 and of Final Bills, water, January, in the amount of $302.40. RECREATION ENTERPRISE FUND Mr. White noted that under Article 8, Town Meeting will be requested to authorize the treatment of Recreation under an Enterprise Fund. At first it had been thought that only the golf course would be operated under an Enterprise Fund but now, with the Town's severe financial limitations, it has been proposed that all Recreation activities operate under the Fund. The Manager commended Joan Halverson, Recreation Administrator and the waft Recreation Committee for preparation of a schedule of increased fees, which he considered reasonable, to raise 110% of the projected total recreation costs, without the support of golf course revenue. Ms. Halverson expressed concern about the outcome if FY91 revenues prove to be insufficient to cover expenses. Mr. Marshall explained that under the Enterprise Fund system, both surpluses and deficiencies can be carried forward and that surpluses cannot be taken for other purposes. ------''''''"""`"1"mmm"""minenni••■••••••••.=••••••=1.. „ -2- woo The rational behind decisions to raise fees on various types of activities was outlined. Mrs. Wilson, Recreation Committee member raised the question of an elitist effect if fees are raised beyond the financial limits of families with several children. Mr. Dailey questioned the use of an Enterprise Fund for Recreation and felt that because of the risk of decreased participation it may not work, noting that it is not like Sewer and Water usage. Mr. McSweeney said he was concerned about the effect of increased fees on young people and said he had hoped some funds could be diverted from golf course revenue for recreation. Mr. Marshall asked that figures on a gradual move to self sufficiency be developed to allow operation under an Enterprise Fund in about three years. The Recreation Committee will work with the Town Manager to provide such a three-year plan. HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE Rene Cochin, Co-Chairman of the Human Services Committee, outlined her committee's charge and its efforts toward fulfilling its responsibilities for the past year. The Committee had concluded that providers should be requested to provide additional information to aid in monitoring programs and expenditures. to enable the committee to develop a data base for planning purposes and t" allow for evaluation of the effectiveness of programs. The Committee considered the fiscal constraints of the Town as well the lessening of federal support in preparation of the budget, while keep., . mwo in mind the social and financial costs of not maintaining human services programs. Mrs. Cochin summarized the Committee's recommended budget as follows: CMARC, level funded at $11,000; Council on Aging, increased by 8% to $171,884. to include funding for Adult Day Health and Senior Health Monitor; and RePlace, decreased by 5% to $70,200. REPLACE Richard Dougherty of the Human Services Committee reviewed the request of RePlace for FY91 funding of $76,650. , and his committee's recommendation for $70,200. The Town Manager had included $0 funding for RePlace in his proposed budget. Mr. Dougherty stressed the need to continue the preventative services RePlace offers to Lexington youth and reported that 150 local families had been served during the past years in the areas of counseling and crisis intervention and outreach. He noted that in past years, RePlace has included involvement with the Lexington Child Assault Program (LexCAPP) and has also worked with the public schools in programs such as Peer Leadership. Funding sources for RePlace were outlined including Town of Lexington, Mass. Dept. of Mental Health, the School System, client fees, and private contributions. Mr. Dougherty noted that RePlace has demonstrated a capacity to develop more outside support as shown in the increased public and foundation funding. Of the $70,200 recommended, $45,000 would be used to fund - Community Education and Outreach Services. For screening and referral services, $25,200 would be allocated. The Committee recommends changing from vim funding by a regular monthly allocation to a combination of grant and unit rate. 40.‘ Selectmen's Meeting -3- February 5, 1990 It was also recommended that RePlace and Town administrators meet to develop a billing method of tracking utilization for individual clients and families. Judith Zabin, President of RePlace Board of Trustees, presented information on staff and citizen support and described RePlace's 20-year role as a community agency committed to serving youths and families otherwise not served. She stated that prevention and early intervention are cost effective and outlined the consequences if RePlace activities are lost or curtailed. Nancy Adler, RePlace Board of Trustees, read a letter from Representative Doran, in support of RePlace and urging continuation of Town funding. Darryl Battin, LexCAPP volunteer, described the services to school children offered the Child Abuse Prevention Program and stressed the need for the continued support and back-up of RePlace. Natalie Cohen, Peer Program worker at RePlace, reported on the Hotline operation and other benefits offered to teens, which need RePlace in order to function as resources for teens in need of support and guidance. Gary Reese, Senior High School Peer Program Worker, described his experience and the help given to him by RePlace. L.H.S. Principal, David Wilson, pointed out the loss to the Town of a $42,000 Grant, given to Lexington, based on its support and work with RePlace. pmThis Grant would not continue if RePlace is eliminated. % Dan Amiralian, RePlace Board member, noted RePlace's work with drug abuse intervention in the High School and the support had been given in overcoming his addiction. William Blout, RePlace Director, felt that RePlace could still function with the decreased amount of funding recommended by the Human Services Committee. Mr. Eddison and Mr. Marshall noted the extensive number of thoughtful letters they had received and thanked the writers for their expressions of support of RePlace. Mr. McSweeney stressed that the Town Manager's proposal to eliminate funding for RePlace is not a reflection of any lack of sensitivity on his part, but rather had been done in response to the Selectmen's instructions to prepare a balanced budget with the decreased resources available. COUNCIL ON AGING Seymour Mandell of the HumamServices Committee reviewed the recommendations of his committee on the budget request of the Council on Aging for $171,664, which is supported by the Human Services Committee. He described the outreach and in-house services to elders and their families provided by the CoA, through the Lexington Senior Center. Mr. Mandell reported on sources of funding other than the Town, including State and Federal aid. The request of $171,664 from the Town represents 25% of its total requested budget of $678,967. The Human Services Committee commented favorably on the physical condition of the Senior Center, excellence of programs which appeared to have full attendance and the variety of programming offered. It was recommended 00.6 that thought be given by the CoA to possible reallocation of Town funding to support the provision of services which may have been reduced as a result of State and/or Federal assistance decreases and that consideration be given to more vigorous pursuit of the Council's fund raising efforts. -4- Mr. Marshall noted that the Council's budget request was up 8% from FY90, and questioned whether an upward trend could be expected each year. Mrs. Cochin pointed out the growing elder population which will require increased services with no foreseeable assistance from State/Federal government. ADULT DAY HEALTH PROGRAM Robert Cushman, Co-Chairman of the Human Services Committee, reviewed the needs of the Adult Day Health Program, funding of which has been transferred to the Council on Aging, which carries out the services provided, through the Cooperative Elder Services of Arlington. This program assists mentally, physically and/or frail elders who cannot receive service at the Senior Center. The Human Service Committee recommends the approval of the $3,500 request by this agency. The Committee recommended strengthening in the following areas: Improved billing/reporting system; development of a scholarship policy; and a Lexington client census/outreach program. CMARC Mrs. Cochin reported on the $11,000 budget request of the Central Middlesex Association for Retarded Citizens, which is supported by the Human Services Committee. Mrs. Cochin described the Agency's program which offers education and training to handicapped adults with the goal of assisting them to work toward competitive employment. CMARC now provides services to 19 Lexington residents, helping them to move toward economic independence and, the Committee believes, provides a valuable service to Lexington. era Mr. Eddison thanked the Human Services Committee for its hard work its careful, systematic analysis of the budget requests of providers. He noted that no decisions on the Selectmen's positions will be made until a full Board is in attendance. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 10:25 p.m. A true record, Attest: —i/7(11/9/2/ :rion • 8n Executive Clerk 4mo Om% SELECTMEN'S MEETING February 12, 1990 A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Monday, February 12, 1990, in the Selectmen's Meeting Room, Town Office Building, at 7:30 p.m. Chairman Eddison, Mr. Marshall, Mr. Dailey, Mr. McSweeney; Mr. White, Town Manager; Mr. Cohen, Town Counsel; Ms. Radway, Asst. to the Town Manager; Mrs. Snow, Executive Clerk, were present. Mrs. Smith joined the meeting later. PUBLIC HEARING, BOSTON EDISON, GROVE STREET Mr. Eddison opened the public hearing on the petition of the Edison Company for permission to install a conduit in Grove Street. Edward Chisholm representing the Company, explained that the work is necessary to provide service to Lots 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6 at Royal Circle, a new subdivision. There being no comments in favor or in opposition, Mr. Eddison declared the hearing closed. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the oim petition, plan and order of the Boston Edison Company for a grant of location for installation of a conduit in Grove Street, southerly approximately 20 feet north of Royal Circle thence turning and running southeasterly a distance of about 33 feet. SCATTERED SITE HOUSING, STEDMAN ROAD Mr. Eddison explained that a recent buyer of a house and lot on Clematis Road, had offered the house to the Town for scattered site housing, if it can be relocated to another lot in the immediate future. MarshalkDerby, Chairman of LexHAB, described a site on Stedman Road, part of the Flinklin School property, which was thought to be an appropriate location for the house, and would mean a move easily accomplished. The house, which would be placed in front of the play area, would be sited so as to allow access to the area for users of the field and for Town vehicles. The 11-car playground parking lot would be eliminated and directional signs, indicating availability of parking on the upper part of the Clarke Middle School grounds, would be installed. Daniel Deutsch, 12 Stedman Road, commented on the currently inadequate parking to accommodate Sunday users of the field and students of the Chinese School, which meets in the area. He felt that the new use would increase the overflow parking in front of residents' homes. Mr. Eddison felt that these issues could be resolved by directional signage. He explained the Town's goals to provide affordable housing to Mr. Deutsch, who had questioned the reasoning for moving the house. 00ft Mr. Derby asked that information on the availability of the unit be publicized to Town employees. ' Mr. Ciriello and Mrs. Whyte, area residents referred to previous promises by the Town for parking and road improvements which have not been done. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the request of the Lexington Housing Assistance Board for use of the Stedman Road lot for scattered site housing. at woo. -2- Mrs. Smith, who had not been present for discussion or vote on this matter because she is a resident of Clematis Road, joined the meeting at this time. MINUTES Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to accept, as presented, the minutes of Selectmen's meetings on January 22, and January 24, 1990. Board members thanked the Executive Clerk for the preparation of consistently clear and accurate minutes of their meetings. CONSENT AGENDA ONE DAY LIQUOR LICENSE, ELKS Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the application of the B.P.O. Elks for One Day Liquor License on February 16, 1990, for a birthday party, from 8:00 p.m. to 12:00 midnight. COMMITMENTS Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve commitment of the following charges: Water, January final bills, $257.25; Water, February Cycle 9 bills, $76,077.61. gam FEE ADJUSTMENTS Mr. White reviewed with the Board a schedule of proposed increases in user fees, prepared at the request of the Board to help offset the costs of programs and services. The suggested increases had been determined by comparisons with other communities' charges and were all within limits prescribed by statute. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjust fees, as follows: Copying Fees $ .20/page Taxicab Licenses $30.00 Common Victualler $25.00 Lodging House $25.00 Innkeeper $25.00 Liquor, Restaurant $3,500.00 Liquor, Clubs $ 400.00 Liquor, Innholder $3,500.00 Removal of Underground Gasoline Tanks $ 50.00 Ambulance Service, all hospitals $ 100.00 Additional charge for use of oxygen $ 20.00 Annual Fire Alarm Maintenance $ 110.00 Smoke Detector Inspection $ 25.00 Flooded basement, pumping $ 50.00/hour Hawkers'/Peddlers' License 5.00/week Bicycle License 2.00 um" Also reviewed were fee increases for the Board of Health, Recreation Department, Revenue Department and Town Clerk, which will require Town Meeting action for implementation. pmft Selectmen's Meeting -3- February 12, 1990 PARKING METER AND PARKING LOT FEES Mr. White presented an upgraded schedule of fees for parking meters and parking lot permits, for the Board's consideration. He reported that at a meeting of the Lexington Center Committee, the proposal had received unanimous support of those members present, which included several members of the Chamber of Commerce. An additional $4,000 would be raised from permits; $16,596 from Meriam Street and in excess of $100,000 from meters of the fees were to be implemented and parking use is unchanged. The Manager noted that meter permit and lot fees have not increased since they were established in 1982. Mr. White asked for the Board's approval of the new rate structure. Richard Michelson, Chamber of Commerce member, noted that permit holders have already begun to pay for permits based on the new rates, before approval had been voted by the Selectmen. Mr. White said that the rates would be adjusted to reflect the Board's decision on the matter. Discussion followed on the different types of meters i.e. short and long term, and the need for locating the shorter term meters near the stores for use by customers. It was felt that the all-day meters should be placed at the weft perimeters of the business district for use by employees and other Center business people. Mr. White plans to explore the issue with the Lexington Center Committee. Mr. Michelson noted the number of broken meters in the Center and urged better maintenance. He agreed that there is a need for removing the all-day meters from the areas adjacent to stores and installing the 30-minute meters for a faster turnover. Mrs. Battin, Chairman of the Lexington Center Committee, asked that such matters as the rate hike be referred to her committee one month before it is to be acted upon. Mr. Michelson urged that the Chamber also be notified well in advance of changes in the Center. He felt that the views expressed by the members present at the L.C.C. meeting referred to did not constitute the view of the entire Chamber. Jacqueline Bateson of the Chamber of Commerce raised concerns about the reaction of townspeople to the parking fee increases. Mr. Marshall saw the increase as a necessary first step toward improving the parking situation in the Center, noting that there is always some negative reaction to any changes. He hoped to move forward on the matter, with input from the Lexington Center Committee and the Chamber of Commerce. Motion was made and seconded, to approve the rate increase structures for parking meters and parking lot permits as presented by the Town Manager with further exploration and discussion of the Parking Strategy for the Center planned. Mr. Dailey questioned whether the proposed increases would discourage pima shoppers from coming to the Center. Mr. Michelson pointed out that there is free parking in the business districts of other communities. Mr. Marshall stressed the need to differentiate between the different types of parking by placing the lower priced permits at the furthest points and the short term meters behind the stores. Mr. Dailey was in favor of deferring the raising of fees until the whole parking issue can be addressed instead of dealing with the problem piecemeal. Motion having been made and seconded, 4-1, with Mr. Dailey voting in the negative, of the fee structure for parking meters and parking lot permits, as ' t Imp -4- Meters 15 minute $.10 1 hour 30 minute 5.15 60 minute $.25 1 1/2 hours $.35 $.50 2 hours 30 minutes 5. 15 60 minutes 5.25 120 minutes $.50 10 hours 30 minutes $.15 60 minutes 5.25 120 minutes $.75 Permits/1 year $175.00 Meriam Street lot 1/2 hour Up to 1 hours, $.25 1 to 2 hours Up to 2 hours, $.50 3 to 4 hours Up to 4 hours, $.75 mmo 4 to 5 hours to over 7 hours In excess of 4 hours, $1.00 John Theriault, Director of the Chamber of Commerce, stated that notice to the Chamber of the proposed rate changes had been inadequate and asked for involvement in such matters, earlier in the planning process. BUDGET REVIEW Mr. Eddison asked Board members to identify budget items on which they wished to have further discussion before reaching positions on financial issues. WARRANT TO THE 1990 TOWN MEETING Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to sign the Warrant to the 1990 Annual Town Meeting, as presented. EXECUTIVE SESSION Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5 - 0 by roll call vote, Mr. Eddison, Mr. Marshall, Mr. Dailey, Mrs. Smith, Mr. McSweeney, to go into Executive Session for matters of Collective Bargaining, the disclosure of which could adversely affect the financial interests of the Town, with no intent to resume open session. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 10:30 p.m. moo A true record, Attest: • Marion H. Snow Executive Clerk ) 1 ( (1-' SELECTMEN'S MEETING - I February 26, 1990 01 A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Monday, February 26, 1990, in the Selectmen's Meeting Room, Town Office Building, at 7:30 p.m. Chairman Eddison, Mr. Marshall, Mr. Dailey, Mrs. Smith, Mr. McSweeney, Mr. White, Town Manager; Mr. Cohen, Town Counsel, Mrs. Snow, Executive Clerk, were present. PUBLIC HEARING, TRANSFER OF LIQUOR LICENSE, EDDIE'S Mr. Eddison opened a public hearing on the application of Edward Jigarjian, President of Eddie's of Lexington, Inc. , for transfer of Common Victualler Liquor License from Cory's of Lexington, 20 Waltham Street. Nancy Jigarjian and Atty. Peter Mullane were present to review the proposed operation of the restaurant, which will remain structurally unchanged ,, but which will present a modified menu with moderate prices. Mr. & Mrs. Jigarjian, owners of the building at 20 Waltham Street, will operate the business. #fts Mr. Dailey questioned whether the more moderate prices would attract more customers and would result in a heavier impact on traffic and parking on Waltham Street. Mr. Mullane felt that there would be less impact because the proprietors hope to attract customers from Center businesses and pedestrians. Mr. McSweeney asked that the Jigarjians confer with the Town Manager about a suitable location for parking if valet parking is to continue. Mrs. Jigarjian said that they have plans to rent parking space on private property on Muzzey Street for that purpose. There being no further comments or statements in favor or in opposition, Mr. Eddison declared the hearing closed. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the application of Edward N. Jigarjian, President and Nancy J. Jigarjian, Treasurer of Eddie's of Lexington, Inc. d/b/a Eddie's of Lexington, 20 Waltham Street, for transfer of Common Victualler Liquor License from Lexington Restaurant Management Corporation d/b/a Cory's of Lexington, and change of Manager to Edward N. Jigarjian. REVIEW OF WARRANT ARTICLES Robert Ebersole, Revenue Officer, was present to review with the Board several articles which he had asked to have placed in the Warrant, including Article 43, Direct Deposit of Payroll; Article 44, Municipal Lien Certificate Fees; Article 45, Ambulance Fee Lien, Article 46, Provision for Quarterly Tax Bills; Article 47, Provision to Capture New Growth; Article 48, License and Permit -oft Denial for Nonpayment of Taxes; and related to Article 48, Article 49, Licenses and Permits of Delinquent Taxpayers. Regarding Article 46, pertaining to the sending of quarterly, rather than semi-annual tax bills, Mr. Marshall asked for development of a cost study to ascertain whether the extra money realized in interest would exceed the extra mailing and clerical expenses involved. Mr. White said that the concept of one mailing of a booklet with four tax payment coupons is being explored. woe -2- BUDGET REVIEWS Mr. White reviewed an alternate ("A") budget proposal, prepared at the request of the Board, which was developed with no revenue restrictions and included funding for programs not listed in his proposed "B" or maintenance budget: A $100,000 appropriation for Article 5 which would provide 4 to 5% salary increases; $59,580 for DPW which would save one engineering position, allow two stone walls to be rebuilt and repainting of the two fire stations; $78,000 to preclude closing of the East Lexington Fire Station during summer months; under General Government, $52,404 to retain a switchboard operator, and upgrade computer software; $180,000 to upgrade the Harrington School soccer field; $265,000 to allow for a 6-route LEXPRESS operation; $30,000 to allow Libraries to stay open on Sundays and open at the usual hour; $30,767 for the D.A.R.E. program; $66,783 to renovate the Police dispatch area; $35,000 to supplement the Recreation Enterprise Fund; $29,495 for weed control at the Old Res; $72,000 to fund RePlace; and $300,000 for street resurfacing. Of these items, the Manager suggested giving priority to RePlace; LEXPRESS, D.A.R.E. , Reservoir Weed Control, and the East Lexington Fire Station. Board members expressed their individual positions on priorities, as __ follows: Mr. Eddison listed LEXPRESS as the top item, RePlace for its importance to the young, weed control at the Old Res, the East Lexington Fire Station, the Library, which he felt should be open on Sundays and at the usual time in the morning. He felt that he could defend those items, which totalled $500,000+. Mrs. Smith placed LEXPRESS first, with RePlace, the Libraries, the D.A.R.E. program, Old Res weed control following and, if at all possible, to include the Engineering position and the East Lexington Fire Station. She felt that she could support a $500,000+ override. Mr. McSweeney said that he was still favoring the "B" budget and working within the funds available. He hoped that RePlace could be retained and saw value in the D.A.R.E. program, as well as weed control at the Old Res. Regarding the $35,000 proposed in the "A" budget for the Recreation Enterprise Fund supplement, he hoped that funds for that purpose could come from the Pine Meadows operation. Mr. Dailey expressed hope that the Selectmen could go to Town Meeting unified in a recommendation for a budget. He would support further exploration of the RePlace request and the East Lexington Fire Station. Regarding LEXPRESS, he said that the MBTA subsidy appears to be safe for now, but he was not assured of its continuance in the future. He hoped for action by the School Committee similar to the Selectmen's in its budget considerations. He said he was not ready to support an override, without every effort being made not to go beyond available funds. Mr. Marshall agreed that agreement should be reached on a budget to bring to Town Meeting but he felt that an override would be needed. He did not support the School's request for a 6% budget increase, $1,000,000 more than in the Town's budget. rift Selectmen's Meeting -3- February 26, 1990 He was still open on the East Lexington Fire Station and Library issues and would favor looking for some alternate transportation for seniors. He was in favor of the $35,000 supplement to the Recreation Enterprise Fund and said he would support an override. Judith Zabin, President of RePlace Board of Trustees, urged the Board to show a commitment to RePlace by including it in its recommended budget. William Blout, RePlace Director, spoke in favor of the D.A.R.E. program, but felt that some D.A.R.E. service could be accomplished by RePlace. He stressed the importance of Police involvement with RePlace. Rene Cochin, Co-Chairman of the Human Services Committee, noted that the Town's appropriation for RePlace is a small percentage of the RePlace budget, much of which is funded by the State. Without the Town funds, the State's aid would be lost and the program would end. Mr. McSweeney questioned the impact on fixed income residents of an override in addition to the extra assessment for the purchase of Pine Meadows and increased charges for water and sewer. He is in favor of keeping Lexington's quality of life but concerned that the higher tax bill might be cause for some to have to leave town. He asked that consideration be given to irma those not so affluent. Mr. Eddison said that he felt all Selectmen are sensitive to that issue but that he could defend a $1,000,000 override (for both Town and Schools) which would amount to about $45/year for a resident whose home is assessed for $200,000. The Chairman noted that the Board would be meeting on Saturday, March 3 with the School Committee and Finance Committees for further discussion of budgets. VERSAILLES SIDEWALK CAFE Mr. White noted the request from Isaac Dray, Versailles Restaurant, for permission to place tables and chairs for service of food and alcohol on the sidewalk in front of his establishment, as has been permitted in previous years. The Manager said he plans to approve the request for rental of the sidewalk area, if it meets with the Board's approval the request for rental of the sidewalk area, if it meets with the Board's approval and read the conditions of the agreement with Versailles. The clause stating "subdued" colors for furniture and umbrellas will be eliminated, as requested by Mr. Eddison, who felt it was unnecessary to restrict the more vibrant colors. Board members agreed that the Rental agreement, with a charge of $200 per month, be renewed for the summer months. CONSENT AGENDA oft PROCLAMATION, RED CROSS MONTH Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to proclaim in March, 1990, as American Red Cross Month in recognition of this outstanding organization and its contribution in adding to the quality of life in Lexington. ONE DAY LIQUOR LICENSES. ELKS Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve One Day Liquor Licenses, for various events to be held at the B.P.O. Elks #2204, 959 mom -4- March 4-March 10, 1990 Wedding Shower 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. March 10, 1990 Country/Western 7:00 p.m. to 12:00 Midnight Night March 11, 1990 Christening Party 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. March 18, 1990 Wedding Shower 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. March 24, 1990 Reunion 7:00 p.m. to 12:00 Midnight ABATEMENTS Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve abatement of Water Charges in the total amount of $1,904.05; and Sewer Charges in the amount of $2,804.34. CONSERVATION RESTRICTIONS Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve acceptance of Conservation Restrictions to be granted to the Town, as follows: Ellen & Gerald Gabrielse, 126 North Street, given in exchange for license to maintain a garage on Conservation land. Han Tae Oksoon Kim, 2 Solomon Pierce Road, Pheasant Brook Estates Grant J. & Evelyn R. Mayne, 4 Solomon Pierce Road, Pheasant Brook Estates Sheldon Corporation, Maple Tree Lane & Butterfield Road, Pheasant Brook ,,,w Estates. CONTRACT 90-7, TRAFFIC SIGNALS Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to award Contract #90- 7, installation of Traffic Signals at Lowell/North Streets, to Bell Traffic Signal Maintenance Company, Inc. , lowest bidder, in the amount of $45,553.50. ATM ARTICLE ASSIGNMENTS Mr. Eddison reviewed the outline of the Selectmen's Article assignments for the 1990 Annual Town Meeting, which he had drafted. Mr. Marshall asked that Article 8, Recreation Enterprise Fund, be assigned to Mr. McSweeney and suggested that Articles 48 and 49, which are related, both be assigned to him. Mr. Eddison asked that members let him know about any other changes they desired. MINUTES Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to accept as presented the minutes of the Selectmen's Meeting on January 31, 1990. Mrs. Smith abstained from voting due to her absence at that meeting. INNKEEPER LICENSE, BATTLE GREEN INN The report from Stanley J. Sosnicki, Health Agent, stating that Kevin McGrath, Manager of the Battle Green Inn, has contracted for removal of asbestos from the underground parking garage at the Inn, and that the work will proceed and be completed in the near future. He stated that in view of mar acceptable test results for airborne asbestos fibers, the granting of the license will pose no health threats to the occupants of the hotel. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the Innkeeper License for the Battle Green Inn, 1720 Mass. Avenue, to expire on December 31, 1990, subject to successful completion of the removal of asbestos from the parking garage area. 004 ! k Selectmen's Meeting -5- February 26, 1990 RESIGNATION, LEXINGTON CENTER QOMMITTEE Upon motion duly made and* gecorided,-it was voted to accept the resignation of Norma Bogen as a member of the Lexington Center Committee, effective March 1, 1990. MEETING SCHEDULE It was agreed that Selectmen's Meetings will be scheduled for March 5, March 12, March 19, at 7:30 p.m. , and on March 26, and March 28, commencing at 7:00 p.m. EXECUTIVE SESSION Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5 - 0 by roll call vote, Mr. Eddison, Mr. Marshall, Mr. Dailey, Mrs. Smith, Mr. McSweeney, to go into Executive Session for discussion of Collective Bargaining, the disclosure of which could prove to adversely affect the interests of the Town, with no intent to resume open session. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 9:43 p.m. Poft (g (.) A true record, Attest: alt74( Marion H. Snow Executive Clerk aft' VOID