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SELECTMEN'S MEETING
May 2, 19 8 3
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Select-
men's Meeting Room, Town Of f tce Building, on Monday�i May 2, 198-3, at
7: p .m . Chair-man Crain, Mrs. B actin , Mr. Politi , Mr. Sacco, Mr. McLaugh-
lin; Mr. Hutchinson, Town Manager; Miss Adler, Assistant to the Town Mana-
ger; Mrs-. Snow, Principal Clerk, were present
Mrs. Joan Clark, League of Women Voters, was present for discussion Hazardous
of Article 51, initiated by the League to request funding for a once -a- Household
year collection of hazardous household wastes, Waste-
Mrs. Clark referred to last year's successful collection project, the
response and resultant cost of which had exceeded early projections, and
noted that no specific money amount has been requested within the Article
for this year's program. She announce that $2,5 will be requested at
Town Meeting which, with - new lower rates and collection methods for paints
(which constituted a high percentage of wastes collected in '82) would
allow for collection of double the volume of last year's.
The new price scale was outlined by Mrs, Clark.
The League proposes that this collection be free ❑ f charge to resi-
dents, especially those disposing of highly toxic chemicals, but would be
unopposed to a user fee for those bringing in more than 5 gallons of toxi cs .
Mrs. Clark noted that endorsement of Article 51 has been sought by the
L,W.V. from both the Conservation. Commission and the Board of Health, but
that neither agency has responded to date.
George Smith, Director of Public Health, expressed support the Board
of Health of the basic concept of the collection, but reported that his
Board is awaiting more specific information and details of the program and
the amount of f unding, b efo.re taking a position on Article 51.
He reported that there have been numerous drop --offs of toxic substances
at the Health Office following the '82 collection day, which he has disposed
of.
He said there have been many inquiries from other communities on Lexing-
ton's '82 pilot project, which is considered a model throughout the country.
He noted appropriations by both Andover and Bedford for programs based on the
Lexington experience and a tri --town program to be implemented in western
Mas s achus et is .
Mrs ..Bat tin suggested that thought be given to such a cooperative among
the towns of Lexington, Concord and Bedford.
Mr. Hutchinson suggested that subsidy of the program could be undertaken
by private organizations, noting that - funding by the Town could set a prece-
dent regarding subsequent collections.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to table discussion on
support of the League's request for $2,500 f and ing to May 9, pending review
by Board members of written material distributed by Mrs. Clark and report by
Town Counsel regarding liability of the Town.
Report of the Sealer'( of weights and Measures indicating that meters in Taxicab
P all taxicabs operated by Arlex Taxi Corporation have been appropriately License
sealed, was noted. Renewals
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve renewal
of the following cabs of the Arlex Taxi Corporation:
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Registration #4221 Registration #4215
it #4213 . " #4209
it #4216 #4210
it #4214 #4211
if #4204
The vote was conditional upon periodic inspection of the vehicles
by the Lexington Police Department,
Elderly Request for installation of "elderly crossing" -signs, warning drivers
Crossing of the nearby crosswalk near the Shawmut Bank, by Madelyn Simmons, res i-
s igns ,Worthen dent of Greeley Village, was reviewed, Mrs. Simmons feels that such a
Rd. sign would make use of the crosswalk safer for the elderly, who use it
frequently,
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to refer the request
for installation of 'elderly crossing" signs at Worthen Road to the Traffic
Safety Advisory Committee for its review and recommendations.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, the minutes of Selectmen's Meet-
ings of February 28, and . March 7, 1983, were approved as presented. The
minutes of the meeting of March 14, 19 83 , were approved as amended.
Nasson The Town Manager requested the Board's approval of the request of
44 Golden Ave .Robert L. Nasson, 44 Golden Avenue, for connection to the Arlington sewer
Sewer system, prior to settling the question of betterment which he will have to
pay to the Town of Lexington. Arlington has agreed to such connection .
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the. request
of Robert L. Nasson for connection from his property at 44 Golden Avenue,
Lexington, to - the Arlington sewer system, prior to payment of the sewer
charge in lieu of betterment,
Clean -up Mr John Eddison met with the Board for discussion and report on his
Campaign efforts regarding a Clean -up Campaign in Lexington in conjunction with
Eddison Governor Dukakis' state-wide anti -lit ter program.
He listed Town agencies and organizations in support of such a cam-
paign including Conservation Commission; C.L. C . ;Lexington Field and Garden
Club; members of the School Committee and local youth groups. Mr Eddison
expressed his assurance that many other organizations will come forward in
support of the project. He asked for assistance from the Selectmen in gain-
ing help from the Chamber of Commerce, Rotary Club and local businesses, and
for direction in coordination of a committee for implementation of the pro-
gram.
He also requested that the Governor's message be read at Town Meeting
as a means of publicizing the program and speeding up involvement of the
Townspeople,
Mr. Eddison and Mr. McLaughlin agreed to assume leadership of the work
committee which will include Clifford Prentiss, Conservation Director.
Mr. Prentiss has prepared a list of Town -owned litter pick -up sites.
Mr. Hutchinson suggested contact with schools regarding cooperation
from students in_,)proper disposal of litter. He felt that this aspect of a
project to keep the Town clean should be a sustained one.
Mr. Crain will contact the Chairman of the School Committee to solicit
involvement of faculty and students.
Mrs. Sacco agreed to communicate with the business community to gain
its support.
The Lexington Minute -Man will publicize the campaign and inform inter-
ested citizens and organized groups to contact the Selectmen's office.
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Mr. Eddi s on agreed to present a summary of the Governor's message
and the plans for Lexington's program to Town Meeting,
He was thanked by the Board for his efforts to initiate the anti- -
litter , program for the Torn.
Mr. Hutchinson provided a suggested outline for presentation of
Warrant Articles and suggested that all financial Articles be taken up
at the first sessions of, Town Meeting so that budgets will be established
in ample time before the July 1 fiscal deadline. The members were in
agreement with plans to defer presentation of policy-issue Articles.
Mr. Crain will outline this scheduling for Tern Meeting members at the
outset of the Meeting.
Clean --up
Campaign
Presentation
of Articles
Mr. Crain noted that in response to questions by the Board as to the. April 19th
procedures for acknowledging assistance with the Patriots Day Celebration, Letters of
he had received a list of participants to whom the .Town Celebrations Appreciation
Committee sends letters of appreciation.
He said that the list appeared to be quite all - encompassing, but
suggested review by members for any oversights.
Angela Frick and W : Francis Smith, Conservation Commission, met with Spencer St.
the Board for discussion of potential development of the D' Augus to land Article 40
in conjunction with proposed Town construction and acceptance of Spencer
Street under Article 40. The Spencer Street project had received favor-
able recommendations of the Board.
Petitioners for the acceptance of Spencer Street were also present.
Mrs. Frick reported that the Commission has become aware, through
contact over the last several months by the land owners with the Lexington
Conservation Commission and Planning Board and the Arlington Conservation
Commission, that there has been active interest in development of the
D'Augusta land, a parcel long sought by the Commission for Town acquis i .
tion . The parcel abuts the Great Meadow and is located between two small
tracts of conservation land which are accessible by a private cart path at
the end of Spencer Street.
In the light ❑ f this possibly imminent development, Mrs. Frick ques-
tioned the expenditure of Town funds to construct the portion of Spencer
Street which would provide access to the land, when costs could be borne
by the prospective developer.
She felt there is enough evidence of development activity to postpone
consideration of acceptance of Spencer Street for this year, which would
free $15,000 for other purposes.
It was noted that a second access plan would involve demolition of an
existing house an Spencer Street for connection over that lot to the parcel.
This alternative plan had been provided to the Arlington Conservation Com-
mission at the time of inquiry regarding drainage into the Great Meadow.
In the case of - either plan, gaining of right-of-way across the railroad
tracks would be necessary.
Question was raised as to the possibility of development of the land
without acceptance and use of Spencer Street as access.
Mr. Smith noted a third alternative which would be purchase of Maple
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Street land and access from that point to the parcel.
In the case of use of Spencer Street for access, the Town Engineer
explained for clarificat -ion that according to Planning Board policy,
approval of a subdivision requires the connection of its street with an
accepted street. Therefore, if the work is not done by the Town, the
developer would have to bring Spencer Street up to grade to meet accept-
ance standards of the Town, construction costs of which would be absorbed
into the costs of the subdivision.
The Town Manager stated that the purpose of the meeting was to hear
varying points of view on the issue of whether the Selectmen should endorse
a proposal which has legitimate citizen interest, with the pass ibility that
the Town and the abuttors will have underwritten part of development
costs, or whether to defer the project for another year or two. He also
noted that from a cost standpoint, Spencer Street improvement provides a
fairly good return to the Town with an initial cost of $15, and a recovery
factor of 67% or $10,0000
In answer to comments on access ib li ty by Town service and emergency
vehicles, he responded that these vehicles can and do travel on Spencer St.
but agreed that the street should be in the category of streets for eventual
improvement.
Mr. Smith responded to a question regarding a sense of definite timing
for the. development by saying that the contacts with Arlington and Lexington
Boards would seem to indicate that development could be imminent. He added
that if development is not possible or feasible, the owners would offer the
land for sale to the Town.
Mr. & Mrs. Grano, Northwood, N.H. , owners of 24 -26 Spencer St. noted
extreme difficulty in driving on the street and asked that there be no fur-
ther delay in its construction .
In response to Mr. Barry'sinquiry as to the position of the abuttors,
it was reported that 3 out of 4 abuttors had signed a petition for the
acceptance.
All Spencer S tree t land owners present indicated their willingness to
pay betterments for improvement of the street.
Marie Walton pointed out that expenses for maintenance and repairs of
fire equipment damaged from frequent travels over Spencer to the Great Meadow
could be lessened if the road was in proper condition.
Mr. Politi noted that the D'Augusta's, who might benefit from the street
construction by the Town, have not indicated support of the petition. He
said that development of the D TAugus to land has been rumored over a number of
years but never seems to materialize. He again pointed out the need for gain-
ing right- of-way to the parcel over the MBTA land if Spencer Street were to
be used as access.
In view of possible alternative access to the parcel from Maple Street,
he questioned whether witho lding road improvement in the hope of saving $5,
is justified.
He urged the petitioners to be present at the May 4 session o f Town Meet-
ing when he expected to present Article 40.
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Mr.. Sacco noted that one reason for Selectmen support of the Spencer
Street project had been that construction bids. submitted appear to be lower
at this time than in the past few years, or than they probably would be in
future.
Mr. McLaughlin reaffirmed his support of proceeding with plans for
Spencer Street. He expressed appreciation to the Commission for the infor-
mation on development activity, but felt that plans appear to be indefinite
at this time. He asked continued vigilance on the situation.
The Chairman thanked the interested parties for their attendance and
input and the Comservation Commission for the effort expended and the back-
ground information which had been provided.
Mr. Hutchinson reported that the Actuarial Report on Lexington's Con-- Board of
tributory Retirement System, prepared by the Board of Retirement as re-- Retirement
quested by the Selectmen, has been reviewed by the Comptroller, Mr. Perry Report
and will be available for distribution at Town Meeting.
Regarding the report of the Selectmen/Town Manager Act. Review Commit ---( Sel . /Town
tee, Mrs Poli ti noted that the last phase of the report has now been com- Mgr. Act
ple to d but that there has not been sufficient time for adequate review by Report
the financial committees and Town Meeting members. Article 8
He recommended that action on the report be deferred to a Special
Town Meeting or the next Annual Town Meeting.
The members were in concurrence with Mr. Politi's . recommendation that
Article 8 be indefinitely postponed.
The report of the Review Committee will be available for distribution
to Town Meeting members.
Mr. Hutchinson has contacted Stephen Baran, Chairman of the Human S er-- CMARC
vices Committee, as requested by the Board. Mrs Baran has worked with Article 49
CMARC and has prepared a report on CMARC' s financial structure to answer
questions the Board had expressed and to ameliorate certain concerns.
Favorable recommendations of the Board had been witheld pending receipt of
this report.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, 'it was voted that the request for
funding by CMARC be reincluded in the favorable budget considerations of
the Board of Selectmen.
Mr. McLaughlin brought. up the request of Symme s Hospital Lexington Symme s Ho sp
Auxilliary for permission to hold a garage sale in Lexington on Saturday, Yard Sale
May 14 and Sunday, May 15, as advertised.
The Town Manager saw no problem with the Sunday sale, based on past
experience, and recommended that the Symmes sale be allowed with the under-
standing that Sunday sales are not to be encouraged*
It was agreed that the sale could take place on May 15, with the under
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standing that the matter of such Sunday sales is being reviewed by Town
row Counsel.
Upon mot ion duly made and seconded, it was voted to table discussion Yard Sale
Policy
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of a policy of the Selectmen on Garage and Yard Sales as requested by
Town Counsel to allow time for his review of the matter.
There was no Executive Session.
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Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 8 :45 p .m .
A true record, Attest: Respectfully submitte
Marion H. Snow
Principal Clerk
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING
!.X May 4, 1983
r A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was
Meeting Room, Town Office.-Building on Wednesday, May
Chairman Crain, Mrs. Battin, Mr. Politi , Mr. Sacco,
Mr. Hutchinson,. Town Manager; Miss Ad1e- r, .' Ass.is tan't
Mr. Cohen, Town Counsel; Mrs. Snow, Principal Clerk,
held in the Selectmen's
4 9 1983, at 7:30 p.m.
Mr. McLaughlin;
to the Town Manager;
were present.
The Chairman reported that Senator Kraus had talked to the Moderator Nat'l Merit
concerning the Senator's proposal to appear at the May 9 session of Town Scholarship
Meeting to acknowedge the accomplishments of 18 Lexington finalists in the Fund Compe-
Na tional Merit Scholarship Fund competition. ti tion
He asked whether the Board also wished to honor the students at that
time *
A representative from Senator Kraus' office, present, expressed pride
in the Lexington finalists , higher in number than from any other municipal-
ity within the Senator's district.
The members agreed that recognition by the Town, in addition to the
citation by the State Senate, would be appropriate and the Town Manager
agreed to prepare documents to be presented to the 18 students individual-
ly.
Mr. McLaughlin noted that the Charge for the Clean -up Committee had Charge,
been prepared by the Town Manager and requested review by the Board for Clean --up
consideration at a later date. Committee
Mr. Crain briefly recapped the order in which Articles are to be pre-
sented and will announce this succession of Articles at the start of Town
Meeting as follows:
It is the intent of the Selectmen to first present Financial Articles
19 - 17, Public works Articles 29 - 41, other Financial Articles 42 - 51,
followed by Articles 7, 8, 9, 11, 15 and to close on Article 52.
Under Article 2, Mr. Politi will report on the Selectmen/Town Manager
Act Review Committee's proposed revisions to the Act and will move for
indefinite postponement of Article 8.
Mrs. Battin will move postponement of Article 9, creation of LexHAB .
Presentation
of Articles
Mr. Hutchinson reported that Comptroller Perry will convent, under Retirement
Article 2, on the Report on the Contributory Retirement System, and will Fund Report
announce that the report is available for distribution at the Meeting.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5-0 by roll call Executive
vote, Mr. Crain, Mrs. Battin, Mr. Politi, Mr. Sacco and Mr. McLaughlin, Session
to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing a matter of
litigation with no intention of resuming the open meeting.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 7:42 p .m .
A true record, Attest:
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Principal Clerk
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Select-
men's Meeting Room, Town office Building, on Monday, May 9, 1983 at
7:30 P.M. Chairman Crain, Mrs. Battin, Mr. Politi, Mr. Sacco, Mr, Mc-
Laughlin; Mr. Perry, Acting Town Manager; Mr. Cohen, Town Counsel; Miss
Adler, Assistant to the Town Manager. and Miss Casey, Executive Clerk
were present.
SELECTMEN'S MEETING
. May 9, 1983
The Chairman called the meeting to order and requested a motion
which would allow the Board to recognize the National Merit Scholarship
Finalists from Lexington High School at the beginning of Town Meeting.
Upon motion duly made and it was voted to approve the
request of the Chairman to sign a proclamation to be presented to the
following students from Lexington High School who were National Merit
Scholarship finalists:
Michael L. Abegg
David K. Feurzeig
Charles P. Goodwin
Sara L. Kocher
David I. Lukas
Kathryn M. Ryder
Becky Chang
Joan M. Flanagan
Rolf B. Huber
Nikki A. Levin
Deborah D. Pierce
Lucas E. Wolf
Leah J. Diskin
Robert G. Good
David S. Hilzenrath
Anne S. Lewinson
Linda A. Rosenbaum
Christopher J. Stille
The Chairman informed the Board that Mr. Politi will also recog-
nize Amy Dockser, the recipient of the Youth Commission Recognition
Award, who was unable to be present on Patriots' Day, at the beginning
of Town Meeting.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to accept, with
regret, the resignation of Irving H. Mabee from the Board of Appeals.
Mr. Politi requested further information relative to the efforts
the Hanscom Field Commission makes in terms of notifying businesses
that there is an opening on the Commission before voting.for the ap-
pointment. He also requested information regarding the type of out-
reach they do in terms of notifying the possible pool from which nomi-
nations can be drawn and what type of screening process is used.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to table the
appointment to the Hanscom Field Commission pending information re-
quested by Mr. Politi.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
minutes of the Selectmen's meeting of March 21.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to table the
discussion of the Garage Sales.Policy with respect to the Sunday Blue
Laws until the Manager's return.
Proclamation
Nat'l, Merit
Scholarship
Youth 'Award
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Resignation
Bd . Appeals
Appointment
Hanscom.
Field. Comm.
Minutes
Garage Sales
Policy
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Article 51 The Board briefly discussed the question of whether or not to support
Hazardous Article 51 - Hazardous waste.Collection and it was decided to defer any de--
Waste Coll. vision until further information is obtained. Mrs. Clarke, of the League
of women Voters, is to be contacted to be invited to Wednesday's meeting.
The Board was also concerned relative'to the Town's liability in such a
venture.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to table the dis-
cussion relative to supporting Article 51`-- Hazardous waste Collection - un-
til Wednesday pending further information.
Refuse Coll. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted, subject to Town
Contract Meeting approval and Town Counsel approval as to form, to award the contract
for refuse collection to SCA Services, Inc. of New England, Inc.
Resurf. Cont. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve Extra
Extra work work order #2 for P. J. Keating in the amount of $7504'in connection with
Order #2 Contract #83 -1 -E -- Resurfacing Contract.
Executive Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5 -0,.by roll call
Session voted, Mr. Crain,-Mrs. Battin, Mr. Politi, Mr. Sacco and Mr. McLaughlin,
to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing a matter of
litigation with no intention of resuming the open meeting.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted. to adjourn at 7:55 P.M.
A true record, Attest:
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING
May 11, 1983 •
A meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Selectmen's Meet-
ing Room, Town Office Building, on Wednesday, May 11, 1983 at 7:30 P.M.
Chairman Crain, Mrs. Battin, Mr. Politi, Mr. Sacco, Mr. McLaughlin; Mr.
Hutchinson, Town. Manager; Mr. Cohen, Town Counsel; Miss Adler, Assistant
to the Town. Manager and Miss Casey, Executive Clerk, were present.
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M. and stated
that, as there was no formal agenda, the meeting would be open to dis-
cussion of any items the Board wished to bring up.
Mr. Sacco referred the Board to its copies of a proposed amendment Article 38
to Article 38 which had been given to the Board by Meeting Member, Fortmann
Tom Fortmann. He stated that he intended to oppose this amendment at Amendment
Town Meeting as he took exception to the phrase in the proposed amend-
ment "the Planning Board is directed to prepare for consideration by the
1384 Town Meeting." He stated that it intimated that the Planning Board
works for Town Meeting which is incorrect as the Planning Board works
for the citizens of Lexington and is an elected board.
Mrs. Battin stated that she understood Mr. Sacco's concern, but
thought it was really an issue between the Planning Board and Mr. Fort-
mann. She said that if the Planning Board had concerns it was really up
to them to take issue with it, not the Selectmen in order not to jeopar-
dize the passage of article 380
Mr. Crain pointed out that Mr. Sacco took issue with the word "di-
rect" and he agreed with him and was :also concerned about its usage.
Mr. Politi stated that he agreed with Mr. Sacco and Mr. Crain and
pointed out that this has come up before the Board of Selectmen as well
as other town boards and this may be the time to bring the matter up
and have it cleared up. -
It was agreed by the Board to have Mr. Sacco inquire of Mr. Fortmann
if he would be willing to use the word "requested" instead of "directed"
in him amendment.
Mr. Politi requested that a poll vote be taken when it comes up
for voting if Mr. Fortmann was unable to be contacted or if he was un-
willing to change his wording.
The Board met with Mrs. Joan Clark of the League of Women voters Article 51
to discuss Article 51 - Hazardous Waste Collection - sponsored by the Hazardous
League. Waste
Mr. Hutchinson informed the Board that. both the. Board of Health. and Collection
the Conservation Commission supported the request of the League for fund-
ing. He stated that he continued to recommend against this funding, due
to his concerns about future costs that are unidentifiable. He stated
that he had concerns about the Town identifying itself as the hazardous
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waste problem solver for the community and the liability of the Town that
would be involved. He stated that he felt that it would be more appropri-
ate for a civic group such as the League to fund the project and the Town
could assist them in running it. He also stated his concerns about em-
barking on such a program as people will expect another item to be funded
through the property tax. 'He pointed out that the results in costs are
unknown including the potential liability against the Town.
Mrs. Battin stated that she understood the Manager's concerns, but
felt that there was no other agency but government that has the authority
and stature to handle something as complex as this problem has become.
She stated that she was. not concerned about Town Meetings in the future
being able to control costs and programs because the Board could cease to
fund, cut back or impose user fees. She stated that she would like to see
the Town take on the program and support it for two years under the Board
of Health working with the League. She stated that the group could then
report back to the Board relative to its success and progress at the end
of the year,,
Mr. McLaughlin stated that he would be willing to support the pro-
ject for one year but not for two and felt that some kind of a fee schedule
should be instituted.
Mrs. Clark explained that this could be worked out and also the
question of whether or not the Town would like to integrate the program
with the Town of Bedford and make it a regional program.
Mrs. Battin stated that she would be willing to go along with the
one year suggestion.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to support Article
51 sponsored by the League of Women Voters at Town'Meeting for a term of
one year.
Mrs. Clark thanked the Board and she retired from the meeting.
Executive Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5 -0, by roll call
Session vote, Mr. Crain, Mrs. Battin, Mr. Politi, Mr. Sacco and Mr. McLaughlin,
to go int -o Executive Session for the purpose of discussing the purchase.,
exchange, lease or value of real property and to discuss matters of
litigation, with no intention of resuming the open meeting.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at
8:00 P.M.
A true record, Attest:
Executive Clerk
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING
May. 16, 1983
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Selectmen's
Meeting Room, Town office'Building, on Monday, May 16, 1983 at 7:30 P.M.
Chairman Crain, Mrs. Battin, Mr, Politi, Mr. Sacco and Mr. McLaughlin; Mr.
Hutchinson, Town. Manager; Mr. Cohen, Town Counsel; Miss Adler, Assistant to
the Town Manager and Miss Casey, Executive Clerk were present.
The Chairman opened the hearing on the petition of the New England
Telephone Company for permission to install approximately 505 feet of
conduit in Militia Drive and Worthen Road.
He read the petition and noted that all abutters had been not 'if ied
of the hearing.
Mr. "Chuck" O'Connor, representing the Telephone Company informed
the Board that the work was necessary to provide additional conduit and
cables in Militia.Drive. He stated that the company was proposing to
build -two additional conduits on Militia Drive from existing manhole on
Worthen Road to an existing manhole on. Militia Drive to provide addit-
ional services
No one spoke in favor or in opposition and the Chairman declared
the hearing closed.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, Mr. Crain abstaining from voting,
it was voted to.grant permission to the N. E. Telephone & Telegraph Co.
for installation of conduit in Militia Drive and Worthen Road as follows:
Worthen Road: on the Northerly side at existing manhole 54/503
located approximately 8' Southerly of Militia Drive Northerly
approximately 8' of conduit to Militia Drive.
Conduit
N. E. Tel
Worthen Rd
Militia Dr
Militia Drive: on the Westerly side -at the intersection of
Worthen Road Northerly approximately 497' of conduit to ex-
isting manhole 54/503A
Permission granted with the following stipulations:
1. Excavation in both - islands shall be hand digging
2. Grass shoulder shall be replaced with.sod
3. Bituminous concrete patches shall be by Infra-
red system
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Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the re- Battle Greel
quest of the Lexington Lodge of Elks for permission to use the Battle Elks
Green on June 13 for its annual Flag Day Ceremony. Mr. Sacco.will rep-
resent the Board at the ceremony.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, Mr.. Politi abstaining, it was One Day
voted to issue a One Day Liquor License to the RAEDACC Association of W. Liq. Lice
R. Grace & Co. for May 26 1983.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the Minutes
minutes of the Selectmen's Meeting of March 28, 1983.
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Sewer Const. Mr. Zehner, Town Treasurer, met with the Board and requested approval
Loan of a $150,000 B.A.N. Sewer Construction Loan under Article 19 of the 1978
Annual Town Meeting,
Mr. Zehner explained.that the note will be dated May 20, 1983 and
due June 16; to be refinanced with proceeds of the June 15 bond issue. He
stated that about half will be checked out on May 20 and the other half on
May 27 and recommended the lowest bidder, the Shawmut County Bank of
Cambridge at 3.47 %.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was -voted to approve the re-
quest of the Town Treasurer, to borrow $150,000 for sewer construction under
Article 19 of the 1978 Annual Town Meeting from the Shawmut County Bank of
Cambridge, the lowest bidder, at an interest rate of 3.47 %.
The Chairman thanked Mr. Zehner for his continued fine work and he re-
tired from the meeting,
Appt. Upon motion.duly made and seconded, it was voted to appoint Mr. John
Trs. Pub. Packard to the Trustees of Public Trusts to fill the unexpired term of
Trusts Gaynor K. Rutherford to May 31, 19840
Proclama- The Chairman read a request from the Battle Green Chapter, order of
Lion DeMolay to issue an "Exemplary Teacher Award" to be read at Town Meeting.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to issue the follow-
ing proclamation:
EXEMPLARY TEACHER AWARD
WHEREAS: Lexington prides itself on being the Birth -
place of American Liberty; and
WHEREAS: Continuation of American democratic govern-
.. ment depends upon an educated electorate; and
WHEREAS: Excellence in education demands excellence in
teaching; and
WHEREAS: The Battle Green Chapter, Order of DeMolay,
has named Maureen T. Sullivan as recipient of
its 1983 Exemplary Teacher Award; and
WHEREAS: Maureen T. Sullivan was nominated and selected
for this award by her peers as a symbol of the
qualities most valued in all public school
teachers;
NOW THEREFORE: The Town of Lexington commends and thanks
Maureen T. Sullivan for her exemplary service.
BOARD OF SELECTMEN
James F. Crain, Chairman
Margery M. Battin
Stephen M. Politi
Robert F. Sacco
John F. McLaughlin
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The Chairman read a request from a Town Meeting member for.the Proclamation
issuance of a proclamation for the Lexington High School Championship
Debating Team to be read at Town Meeting.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to issue the
following pro clamat ion :
WHEREAS: The Lexington High School Debating Team
has won the New England District chamion-
ship and
WHEREAS: The' Lexington High School Debating Team
has further received State and National
recognition by winning or placing in top
spots in said tournaments and
WHEREAS: We, the Board of Selectmen, believe this
deserves Town recognition and encourage-
ment
NOW THEREFORE:. We say to the students and faculty identi-
fied with this excellent effort "Well Done".
BOARD OF SELECTMEN
James F. Crain, Chairman
Margery M. Battin
Stephen M. Politi
Robert F. Sacco
John F. McLaughlin
The Chairman read the names of the members of the Debating Team
as follows: David Adler, Adrienne Della Penna, John Harkrider, Mark
Friedman, Aaron Pressman, Mark Prutsalis, Mark Passamonti, Laura Dietz.,
Gary Stone, Sam Thernstrom, Jon Putnam, Jessica Wang, Matt Jensen Mat
Palmer, Novices as follows: Ilona Fried, Suzie Delbanco, Eric Rhein -
stein, Geoff Dap ice, Mark Soukup, Sven Olsen, Joseph Choo, Janet Wong,
Chris Velis .
The Board discussed presentation of Article 7 - "-To see if the Town
will vote to authorize the Selectmen to petition the General Court for an
act to permit the Town to levy taxes to an amount not exceeding two .and
one -half per cent of the full and fair cash value , of the property values
of the Town without regard to Chapter 782 of the Acts of 1981; or act in
-any other manner in relation thereto.'-'
Mrs. - Battin who will be presenting the Article, along with Mr.' -Mc-
Laughlin, presented the Board with three options for consideration should
Article 7 not prevail.
After discussion, the consensus was that the timing for such legis-
was not good. Senator Kraus, in the audience, stated that he felt that if
the Board wanted to have more flexibility in dealing with restrictions of
2 1/2 it would be better for the Board to make this statement now and work
Warrant
Article 7
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in as much of that flexibility for themselves as possible. He stated that
there was little support for such legislation in the Senate at this time,
but the Town should make the statement. He said that it is very unclear,
what the timing is going to be in terms of what happens next year and
pointed out that it is very unlikely that there would be an increase in
local aid such as was received this year,
Mr. Politi stated that he was unable to support Article 7 in its pre-
sent form but agreed with its inclusion in the Warrant as he felt it im-
portant to voice concerns now. He stated that he flet that the Board should
continue'to struggle with the existing framework approved by the voters of
the Town and try to live within its restrictions. He stated that he was
reluctant to support Mrs. Battin's options because it called upon the Board
to work with the Mass. Municipal Association and State and County Select-
men's Associations to develop a process and file legislation to give the
towns this authority. He stated -that he would support a moiion that called
for the Board to work with these agencies in studying the issue further and
making a decision as to whether or not this legislation was in the commun-
ities' interest or not. He said that part of the strategy in dealing with
Proposition 2 1/2 is not to let the Legislature off the hook by granting
execptions or liberalizations to the Act instead of trying to keep pressure
on for reform in State-aid. He further stated that reform in State aid has
begun but there has been no reform in the tax area.
Mr. McLaughlin revised the wording and Mr. Politi agreed with the re-
vision.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to present an am-
endment to Town Meeting on Article 7 as follows:
"The Selectmen be and they are hereby authorized to petition the
General Court for an Act to permit the Town to levy taxes for an amount
not exceeding 2 1/21 of the full and fair cash values of the properties
of the Town without regard to Chapter 782 of the Acts of 1981, if the
Selectmen determine the financial outlook for fiscal year 1984 or 85 NNW
requires such action ".
Appts. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
Council on Manager's reappointments of George Harris and Dorothy Boggia to the Coun-
Aging cif on Aging for three -year terms expiring on June 1, 19860
Appts. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
Recreation Manager's appointments of Judy Marshall and Leo McSweeney to the Recreation
Com. Committee for three --year terms expiring on April 30, 1986.
Executive Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5 -0, by roll call
Session vote, Mr. Crain, Mrs. Battin, Mr. Politi, Mr. Sacco and Mr. McLaughlin, to
go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing a matter of litiga-
tion and for the purpose of discussing the purchase, exchange, lease or
value of real property, with no intention of resuming the open meeting.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 8:00 P.M.
A true record, Attest:
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Ex cutive Clerk �.■r
` SELECTMEN'S MEETING
..May 23, 1983
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen wa held in the Select-
men's Meeting Room, Town Office Building, on Monday, y 23 1983 at
7:30 P.M. Chairman Crain, Mr. Politi, Mr. Sacco, Mr. McLaughlin; Mr.
Hutchinson, Town Manager; Mr. Cohen, Town Counsel; Miss Adler, Assistant
to the Town Manager and Miss Casey, Executive Clerk were present.
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The Chairman called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M. and read a Auctioneer
request for an Auctioneer License. License
Upon motion duly made and seconded it was voted to issue a, One Day
Auctioneer License to Hossein Torabzeeh, oriental Rug Center, 6 Mt.
Auburn St., Watertown for June 11, 19830
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to accept the
resignation of Nancy C. Zarle from the Human Services Committee.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted. to refer the
request of Alfred B. Gschwendtner for a traffic study of Harrington Rd.
to the Traffic Safety Committee and the Center Revitalization Committee
for recommendations.
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Hum. Serv.
Traffic
Safety
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to accept the Traffic
recommendations of the Traffic Safety Committee to implement the follow- Safety
ing safety measures as requested by Mrs. Barbara Gryboski, Peacock Farm
Road:
1. Selective and sensitive roadside clearing for the full
length
2. Install chevrons on Peacock.Farm Road at Mason Street
3. Continue a single yellow broken centerline through the
Mason Street intersection to act as a guideline.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to table the re- Traffic
quest for an "Elderly Crossing." sign at Worthen Road and the Traffic Safety
Safety Committee recommendation-to deny the request, pending further in-
formation to be obtained by the Manager relative to regulations for the
installation of such signs.
The Manager explained that the abatements of water bills requested Water
by the Director of -DPW reflects the transf er of real estate and also the Abatements
new rate increase.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the re-
quest of the Director of D.P.W. for water abatements per the attached
list.
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Minutes Vpon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the minutes
of the Selectmen's meeting of April 4, 1983 as amended.
Versailles The Manager reported to the Board regarding the request of Mr. Sidman,
Restaurant proprietor of the Versailles Restaurant, for permission for outside dining.
Outside Mr. Hutchinson reported that the general reaction from staff was nega-
Dining tive because of the.serving of alcohol, potential blockage of walks and the
danger of setting a precedent relating to other businesses. He pointed out,
that there is also an argument for experimentation and recommended.that if
the Board approved, it should be on a 60 or 90 experimental basis.
After discussion the Board agreed to table pending further information
from Mr. Sidman who will be invited to attend the June 6 meeting.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to table the request
of Versailles Restaurant for permission for outside dining until June 6.
By -Laws The Manager reported that the have been reprinted and recom-
mended that a fee of $3.00 be required for a complete set and $.20 per page
for specific sections.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve a charge
of $3.00 for a complete set of the Town By -Laws and a charge of $.20 per
page separate sections.
Recreation Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the re-
Fees quest of the Recreation Department for anew fee schedule as follows,
effective immediately:
Activity Current Recommended Change
Learn to Swim Lessons $ 2.00 $ ^ 5.00
Advanced Life 5.00 10.00
Adult Lessons 2.00 5.00
Basic Rescue & Water Safety
& Water Safety Aid 5.00 5.00 (no change)
Season Swim Passes:
Youth /Senior 6.00
Adult 12.00
Family 36.04 (no change)
Replacement Tag. 1.00
Daily Fee:
Youth 1100 (no change)
Adult 1.00 2.00
Tennis Reservations 1.00 (no change)
Tennis Sign --in 1100 (no change)
Summer Basketball League 10.00/team 20.00/team
Coed Softball League 10.00 (no change)
Daily Field Rental 2.00 3.00
Season Permit 20.00 30.40
Proclamation Upon motion duly made and seconded, 'it was voted to the request of
the Director of Public Works/Engineering to issue the following proclama-
tion proclaiming the week of June 6 to 10th as Water Conservation Week
in Lexington:
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May 23, 1983
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS.
each year we use more and more water in our
daily lives and, if we do not use water wisely,
someday there may not be enough for .us to use;
and
WHEREAS:
the amount of water supplied by the M.D.C. i s
now exceeding the safe yield, there will be a
long range problem which can only be addressed
through conservation and new sources; and
WHEREAS
the growth in water use, incidences of contami-
nation and possible recurring drought could
result in additional demands on the system; and
WHEREAS:
all those who use water can conserve water and
achieve substantial benefits from reduced water
bills, sewer use charges and related water treat-
ment costs;
NOW THEREFORE:
be it resolved, that we, the Board of Selectmen
and Town Manager of the Town of Lexington do
hereby proclaim
June 6th to the loth, 1983
as
WATER CONSERVATION WEEK IN-LEXINGTON
and call upon all citizens and civic organizations
to acquaint themselves with the problems involved
in providing water and to recognize that a water
conservation program offers the most immediate and
most cost effective strategy to deal with helping
to relieve the burden of excessive water demand .
Upon motion duly made and seconded,, it was voted to table the request Traffic
of the Traffic Safety Committee for "No Parking" regulations on Winthrop Safety
Road pending further information from the Traffic Safety Committee and the
Center Revitalization Committee.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, 'it was voted to approve the Transfer
request of the Town Manager for a transfer from the Reserve Fund in the
amount of $5,000 to the Fire and Police Medical Account #1125.
Upon motion . duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve and Gypsy Moth
sign an agreement between the Town and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Suppression
Division of Forests and Parks, Bureau of Insect Pest Control, to par tici -- Agreement
pate in the partial reimbursement program for ground control and sup-
pression.
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Sewer The Manager referred the Board to its copies of a request from the
Gray Nuns Cray Nuns for sewer extension to #15 Pelham Road. He explained that the
Abatement plans had been reviewed and approved by our Engineering Department and
the cost of the extension would be assumed by the Gray Nuns. He recom-
mended approval for extenalo and commitment and abatement of the sewer
charge in lieu of betterment.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the re-
quest of the Gray Nuns for sewer extension to #15 Pelham Road. It was
further voted to commit and abate a sewer charge in the amount of $2,407.83.
Bonds Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the Local
Asst . Treas . of f ical Bonds for James R. Kane as Assistant Treasurer in the amount of
Tax Coll. $45, and as Tax Collector in the amount of $165
Executive Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5 -0, by roll call
Session vote, Mr. Crain, Mrs. B attire, Mr. Poli t i, Mr. Sacco and Mr. McLaughlin,
to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing a matter of
litigation with the intention of resuming the open meeting.
After discussion, the open meeting was resumed.
Cons .Res- Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to accept a gift of
trio, land with a conservation restriction from Claire W. Reed, Castle Road.
Castle Rd.
Town Counsel Mr. Cohen requested that, in view of the new Conflict of Interest Law
Palmer & that the Board vote to confirm the appointment of the law firm of Palmer &
Dodge Dodge as Town counsel.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to confirm the appoint -
ment of the law firm of Palmer & Dodge as Town .counsel .
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at
9:55 P.M.
A true record, Attest:
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6Eecu Clerk