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SELECTMEN'S MEETING
APPOINTMENT TO POLICE MANUAL POLICY COMMITT
April 2, 1986
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A regular meeting the Board of Selectmen was held on Wednesday,
April 2, 1886, in the Selectmen's Meeting Room, Town Office Building, at
7:08 p.m. Acting Chairman Eddison, Mr. Dailey, Mrs. Smith, Mr. McSweeney;
Mr. Hutchinson, Town Managers Mr. Cohen, Town Counsel; Mrs. Snow, Executive
Clerk, were present.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to appoint William Js
Dailey, Jr. as a member of the Police Manual Policy Committee, to fill the
unexpired term of John F. McLaughlin to September 84, 1986.
APPOINTMENT TO LEXINGTON COUNCIL FOR THE ARTS
Upon motion duly rude and seconded, it was voted to appoint Robert
Sartside, 20 Loring Roads to the Lexington Council for the Arts, to fill the
unexpired term of Austin Lee to September 90, 1986. Mr. Cartside's
appointment will be effective as of the date of Mr. Lee's resignation, not
as yet tendered.
QNE DAY LIQUQR LICENSE. ARTS /LEXINGTON
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
application of Arts /Lexington, Inc. for One Day Liquor License on April 12,
1986,. in Estabrook Hall, Cary Memorial Building and to permit service of
wine at that location following a concert.
WARRANT ARTICLES REVIEW
Mr. Hutchinson reviewed status and procedures on articles beginning
with Article 5, Salary Adjustments and Collective Bargaining Settlements,
through Article 1 8, Sewer Pump Station Energy Improvements,
Regarding Article Z6 Topographic Maps, the Selectmen had voted 8 - Z
for indefinite postponement. If Article 26 comes upon April 2 the Planning
Board will ask for postponement to April 7th to present a substitute motion
requesting the appropriation The intent to take up articles in order b
the Planning Board was pointed out by Mr. Dailey and Mr. McSweeney who were
not in favor of the postponement. Since the Planning Board has been heavily
involved with zoning articles, Mr. Eddison felt that it would be appropriate
to allow this departure from the schedule.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 7:45
p.m.
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' _ ELECTMEWS MEETING
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A regular mee t i n S of the Board of Selectmen was held on Monday,
April 7, 1986 in the Selectmen's Meeting Room, Town office Building, at
7:00 p . m . Chairman Marshall, Mrs Edd i so n , Mrs Dailey, Mrs, Smith,
Mr. McSweeney; Mr. Hutchinson, Town Manager; Mr. Cohen, Town Counsel;
Ms. Adler, Assistant to the Town Manager; Mrs. Snow, E x e c u t i v e Clerk, were
present.
SCHOOL COMPUTER SYSTEMS PROPOSAL
Mrs Clough, Mrs Di Bi ammar i no, and Dr. Bussgang met with the Board for
continued discussion of the Schaal Department's request under Article 28,
for funding in the amount of $135,000 for purchase of computer equipment,
Mr. Marshall questioned the wisdom of installing computer equipment
which could be used for both administrative and instructive purposes, g i v i n g
students the opportunity for access to the entire Town System. He saw other
options which would adequately handle all school needs and felt that
exploration should be made regarding equipment other than the proposed VAX
785, noting that no alternatives had been presented for the $135,000
requested.
Mr. Clough and Dr. Bussgang outlined the benefits of the VAX 785 vs..:
the current DEC - PDP 11/ 75 system adding that the VAX is the sys ost
used by universities. Also pointed out was -- hie_ corporate ca i bu t i on of
Digital in the amount of $200,000. Mr. Marshall requested evidence of
better security, investigation of other systems, and justification of the
need for the equipment. Dr. Bu ssgan S referred to the benefits of central
memory, speed of response and communication, which would be provided by the
VAX ?85.
Discussion on Article 28 was resumed by the Board later i n the
meeting.
STUDENT SELECTMEN/TOWN MANAGERS - LEXPRESS FUJDIMG
Student Selectmen and Town Managers were present for presentation of
their views on the request for FY funding for LE PRESS. Sophia Emerson,
Chairman, Stephen Glick, Michael D i Map o l i , and Brendan Murray and Town
Manager Stephen Hills., with Alternate Town Manager Helen Kurtz, took their
places at the Meeting Table for their deliberations.
Each started their positions on the options presented and several
motions were presented, none of which carried.
Michael DiNapol i moved than the system be maintained only to fill the
needs of the elderly and handicapped. The motion was not seconded.
Stephen Glick moved to support a S- -route system with funding of
$174,500 and that motion was seconded by Sophia Emerson. Brendan Murray and
Michael DiNapol i voted negatively and the motion failed,
Brendan Murray moved to support the full system with f undi ng of
$246,500. The motion was seconded by Stephen Glick. Sophia Emerson voted
against the motion and Michael Di Mapol i abstained from voting and that
motion also failed.
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The students were thanked for their efforts and interest in Town
Government and they retired from the meeting.
PROCL AMATIGN STUDENT GOVERNMENT DAY_
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to proclaim Wednesday,
April 9, 1986 as Student Government Day,
BOSTON EDI SON CONDUIT 1_�E�FORD STREET
Mr. Chisholm representing Boston Edison Company, was present for the
public hearing on that company's petition for permission to install conduit
in Bedford Street. He explained the need for the installation to provide
electric service to #57 Bedford Street. Work is scheduled to commence after
Apr st and only one half of the roadway will be opened at one time.
The r mmendation of the Director of Public Works in favor of approval
was noted. There being no ether comments favor or in opposition, the
Chairman declared the h ear i ng closed,
Upon motiou duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
petition of Boston Edison Company for permission to install approximately 76
feet of conduit in Bedford Street, approximately 93 feet north of Worthen
Road, thence turning and running east.
TRAFFIC ITEM - CENTER PLAYGROUND
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to refer the request
of Alexandra Hewer relative to traffic safety concerns near the Center
Playground to the Traffic Safety Advisory Committee for review and
recommendation.
WATER CHARGES. 12 EMERALD STREET
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve water
charges in lieu of betterment in the amount of $90.00 for property owned by
Robert Phelan at 12 Emerald Street.
TOWN WESTING ARTICLES
Wr. Hutchinson reviewed with the Board a list of items to be dealt with
at that night's session of Town Meeting. He noted the School Committee's
request to take up the School Rehabilitation Article on May 7, and
recommended this procedure to allow time for the bus tour and study by the
Permanent Building Committee.
With respect to the School Computer Systems Article, which was expected
to come up that evening, Board members unanimously expressed their views in
opposition to the current proposal.
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In the light of the three large funding articles namely; topographic
maps, school computer and LEXPRESS its was agreed that notice of
reconsideration for each article h u ld be Aftve it is voted in the
affirmative. That procedure will ave�op o s n when the school
buildings renovation article is considered.
The pine Meadows Article will be tabled to keep options open.
Regarding the LEXPRESS Article, the position of the majority of the
Board in favor of full funding, with a fall -back position for $174,500,
was noted. Mr. McSweeney will move to amend the motion to allow for
provision of transportation for elderly and handicapped only.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at
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b SELECTMEN ' S MEETING
April 9, 1956
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Wednesday,
April 9, 1956, in the Selectmen's Meeting Room, Town Office Building, at
7:00 p.m. Chairman Marshall, Mr. Eddison, Mr. Dailey, Mrs. Smith,
Mr. McSweeney; Mr. Hutchinson, Town Manager; Mr. Cohen, Town Counsel;
Mrs. Snow, Executive Clerk, were present,
REVIEW OF TOWN MEETING ARTICLES
Mr. Hutchinson and the Board reviewed sequence and strategy on Articles
expected to be dealt with at the evening's session of Town Meeting starting
with Article 33, LEXPRESS Funding. The Student Selectmen and Town Managers
will be introduced to the Town Meeting at that time.
The Town Manager requested direction on when funding for replacement of
DPW oil tanks should be brought up adding that he would like to have it
moved on that night under Article 6. The Board agreed to this procedure.
The Selectmen will move to table Article 35, School Building
Maintenance and May 7th will be recommended by the Permanent Building and
School Committees for its presentation.
Mr. Marshall suggested that Town Meeting be adjourned at the April 16th
session to May 5th, allowing for a two -week lay-off, The Selectmen will not
meet during the school vacation week, but a regular Selectmen's meeting will
be held on April 35.
Discussion followed as to scheduling of a tour of School buildings,
relative to Article 35. Selectmen will either accompany the Permanent
Building Committee on its tour, will be given tours individually or will
view the buildings on the May 4th TMMA bus tour. Mr. Hutchinson will look
into arranging a meeting with the Permanent Building Committee on Saturday,
April 36th,
CENTER FIELD LIGHTING CONTRACT 56 -10
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to allow the
withdrawal of the bid of Vigil Electric Company, low bidder, for
construction of lighting at the Center Playground and to award Contract 56-
14 to the second lowest bidder, LeVangie Electric Company in the amount of
$65,900.00, for work as described in 'Alternate A', as recommended by Walter
J. Tonaszuck, Director of Public Works & Engineering.
LOCAL GOV' T ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING
Mr. Marshall reported on his and Mr. Hutchinson's attendance at a Local
Government Advisory Committee meeting on April 5th, at which Governor
Dukakis was present. Mr. Marshall had informed the Governor of Lexington's
efforts toward fiscal responsibility, noting school closings, and had
encouraged 100% replacement of General Revenue Sharing Funds.
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He noted the efforts of the Mass. Municipal Association in urging the
Governor, as Chief Elected Offi to amend th e formula. According to
lobbyists, it appears doubtful that the Legislature will provide the
requested relief without specifi gui dance f rom the Governor.
Mr. Marshall said he felt the meeting was a useful one, adding that
Lexington was well represented by the Town Manager, as a member of the Mass.
Muni cipal Association.
EXECUTIVE 5E5SI]N
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5 - 0 by roll call
vote, Mr. Marshall, Mr. Eddison, Mr. Dailey, Mrs. Smith and Mr. McSweeney,
to go into Executive Session for discussion of matters of litigation with no
intent to resume open sessions
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 8:00
p.m.
A true record, Attest;
Marion H. Snow
Executive Clerk
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING
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A regular meeting or the Board of Selectmen was held on Monday,
April 14, 1986, in the Selectmen's Meeting Room, Town Office Building at
7:00 p.m. Chairman Marshall, Mr. Eddison, Mr. Dailey, Mrs. Smith,
Mr. McSweeney; Mr. Hutchinson, Town Manager; Mr. Cohen, Town Counsel; Ms.
Adler, Assistant to the Town Manager; Mrs. Snow, Executive Clerk, were
present.
EMERALD STREET
Mr. Hutchinson reported on progress with construction by Minute Man
VoTech /Rotary Club of housing on Emerald Street and informed the Board of a
need for adjustment of the location of the driveway. This would necessitate
a slight revision in the planning for completion of the street, but not
change in the road layout. He asked the Board's endorsement of the
procedure.
Mr. Eagle, Rotary Club, and Mr. Tonasruck, Director, DPW, explained
that to facilitate a better driveway approach a change in location of the
proposed turnaround is requested. In the interest of providing low /moderate
income housing on the lot, no hammerhead or standard turning area had been
required in the cul -de - sac, although the design will permit maneuvering of
safety vehicles. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to
approve the change in the placement of the driveway for the Emerald Street
housing project, as presented.
CONTRACT 66 6 —Es,_ HANCOCKIMI DDLE STREETS
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to execute Contract 86
awarded on March 35, 1986, to LAL Construction Co., Inc. in the amount of
#636,289.35, for street, drain and sidewalk construction on Hancock and
Middle Streets.
TRANSFER INSTATE TRAVEL
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve transfer
from the Reserve Fund to Acct. #01- 005-- 133 -5710, Instate Travel, in the
amount of #3,000. to accommodate reimbursement of mileage and Instate
meetings and conferences.
HUMAN SERVICES COMQlITTTE.- ASSESSMENT OF COMMUNITY NEEDS
Mr. Hutchinson referred to the
community needs relative to funding
by the Human Services Committee and
endorsement of a Public Hearing on
planned for May. The Committee had
letter of invitation to the hearing
comprehensive assessment of long range
and service priorities being conducted
the Committee's request for the Board's
the matter, as part of the process,
also asked that the Chairman co-sign a
to interested persons.
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Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to endorse the
proposal o f the Human Services Committee for a Public Hearing on priorities
for long -range community needs, as part of strategic planning process for
the year 2,000. The Board also voted to authorize the Chairman to co -sign a
letter of i n v i t a t i o n to the hearing.
LOCAL AID DISTRIBUTION
Mr. Hutchinson referenced the response of Governor Dukakis to a letter
from Mrs Eddi son regarding Local Aid D i s t r i b u t i o n , which stated that the
Town has received new aid in FY87 of $454 He noted that of that
amount, $290,000 is for direct educational offset items and that the amount
of new local assistance is actually +$164,00II. Mr. Hutchinson asked
approval of a draft letter to the Governor, painting out this error.
Question was raised by Mr. Eddi son as to the advisability of this
procedure and whether, in the light of future funding requests to the State
i . e. for Bedford Street construction, it might serve to antagonize the
Governor. He said he would he in favor of sending the letter if it would be
of help in getting increased aid .
Mr. Marshall was in favor o f sending the l e t t e r and said if it was not
to he sent by the Board he would personally communicate the message to the
Governor.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize the Chairman to sign the letter t o Governor Dukakis as referenced aho v e .
UPDATED SPREAD SHEET
Mr. Hutchinson reviewed with the Board an updated spread sheet
reflecting financial articles approved, with free cash adjusted
accordingly. Details of explanation to he presented to Town Meeting was
discussed.
MINUTES OF MARCH 2S 31 APRIL 2. 198E
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve as
presented the minutes of Sel ec tmen - s Meetings on March 25, March 31, and
April 2, 19$E0
SCHOOL CROSSING SIGNS HANCOCK & BURL I NGTGN STREETS DIAMOND JR . HIGH
Peter Chal p i n , Chairman of the Traffic Safety Advisory Committee, was
present for review by the Board of the Traffic Committee's recommendations
on the request of Mrs. Ashmanskas' request for signing at the Diamond Jr.
High School driveway on Hancock Street.
The Committee recommended that two *School Crossing' signs he
installed, one on Hancock Street and one on Burlington Street and that
installations be delayed until after completion of construction of Hancock
Street, to begin in a few weeks.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
recommendations of the Traffic Safety Advisory Committee on the request of
Mrs, Ashman sk as , as stated above,
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RESIGNATION, AUSTIN LEE, ARTS COUNCIL
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to accept with regret
the resignation of Austin Lee from the Lexington Council for the Arts.
PROCLAMATION - NEUROF I_BROMATOSI S AWARENESS MONTH
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to proclaim May, 1986,
as Neurofibromatosis Awareness Month in Lexington in endorsement of a
similar proclamation by , Governor Dukakis.
TRAFFIC ITEMS - REF RREL TO T.S.A.C.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to refer the following
requests to the Traffic Safety Advisory Committee for its review and
recommendations:
2 Traffic safety concerns of Mrs Temallo, Lowell Street
. Requests of School Dept., No Parking, Brookside Avenue
. Requests of Chief Bergeron: Speed limit sign, Camelia Place and STOP
signs at Worthen Road /Bedford Street traffic lights.
. Requests of Police Department: traffic safety concerns,
Lowell Street /Westminster Avenue; Bedford Street, entrance to
Middlesex Racquet & Swim Club
ROAD RECONSTRUCTION HANCOCK & MIDDLE STREETS
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
petition, plans and orders of New England Telephone Company and Boston
Edison Company for the purpose of relocating thirteen joint owned poles in
Hancock Street. This work is necessary for road construction.
A public hearing was not required.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
petition, plans and orders of New England Telephone Company and Boston
Edison Company for the purpose of relocating two joint owned poles in Middle
Street. This work is necessary for road construction.
A public hearing was not required.
TOWN MEBTING PROCEDURES
Mr. Marshall will notify the Moderator of the request of the Center
Devitalisation Committee e -to present its Lexington Center Report at the start
of that evening's session of Town Meeting,
CALDOR MALL REZONING ARTICLE
Selectmen's position on Article 4$, Caldor Mall proposal for rezoning
to CD, was considered. Mrs. Smith noted the Planning Board's support of the
Article and outlined the reasons for that position.
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Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to recommend favorably ...�
on Article 48, Mr. Marshall will inform the Town Meeting of the Board's
support.
C4NSERVATI4N COMMISSION REQUEST FOR SPECIAL TOWN MEETING
Mr Marshall noted the request of the Conservation Commission that a
Special Town Meeting he called for the purpose of presenting a proposal for
a Land Bank transfer tax for Lexington and asked that the Board stake a
decision on the request on April 18th. The Town Manager will get a read -out
from the Kass. Municipal Association on this legislation.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5 - 0 by roll call
vote Mr. Marshall, Mr. Eddi Mr. Dailey, Mrs. Smith, 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 a at
8:00 p.m.
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A regular meeting of tt/ Board of Selectmen was held on Wednesda
April 16, 1986, in the Selectmen's Meeting Room, Town Office Building, at
7:00 p.m. Chairman Marshall, Mr. Eddison, Mr. Dailey, Mrs. Smith, Mr=
McSweeney; Mr. Hutchinson, Town Manager; Mr. Cohen, Town Counsel; Mrs. Snow,
Executive Clerk, were present,
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SPECIAL TOWN MEETING
Mrs. Miller, Chairman of the Conservation Commission, was present for
discussion of the Commission's request for a Special Town Meeting, within
the Annual Town Meeting, for the purpose of presenting a proposal for a Land
Bank transfer tax for Lexington. She explained the proposed home rule
petition would provide a method for obtaining funds for acquisition of land
in the Commission's Master Plan by assessing either buyers or sellers of
property up to 1% of the selling price of property being transferred with a
$100,000 exemption for first -time buyers.' This was estimated to amount to
revenues of $500,000 - $1,000,000 yearly.
Mr. Eddison, who supported the concept in principle, said that because
of a number of questions still unresolved, he was in favor of tabling the
request or voting against it at this time.
Mr. Cohen noted the time and expense aspects involved and expressed
doubt that the Legislature would pass each such request from Lexington and
other towns. He recommended requesting favorable votes on the bill by
Senator Kraus and Representative Doran.
Mr. Marshall felt that timing would be poor with respect to the
Selectmen's focus on financial articles to be considered and would add as
element of confusion.
Mr. Hutchinson referenced a statement by Mr. Segal, Mass. Municipal
Association, that it was highly unlikely that Lexington would get a bill for
itself.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted, without prejudice,
not to support at this time the request of the Conservation Commission that
a Special Town Meeting be called within the Annual Town Meeting,
SBLECTNEN`S MINtlTES
Mr. Marshall read a letter dated April 16, 1986, from Elizabeth Banks
of the Lexington Minute -Man, requesting copies of minutes of the Board's
open meeting on April 9th, and of sections of minutes of the Executive
Session on that date which pertain to any action taken relative to Lexington
Dews construction.
Mr. Cohen reported that, based on a recent opinion by the District
Attorney, open session minutes even though unapproved and not in final form,
should be provided, according to Attorney Fabbri of the D. A.'s Office, but
that Executive Session minutes are not considered to be public record until
released by the Board after determination that their publication would not
defeat the reason for holding the executive sessions
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Mr. Marshall noted that legally, minutes must contain only a record of
date, time, place of a meeting a list of those in attendance and any action
taken, but that the Selectmen's minutes traditionally also reflect
discussion and therefore should not be given before approval since there
could be unintentional mistakes. He asked for a motion to instruct the
Executive Clerk that unapproved open session minutes are not to be provided
to the public. He noted that Selectmen's minutes are up to date and that
there is little delay in having them available.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted that minutes of Open
Selectmen's meetings are not to be released before review and approval by
the Board. Regarding Ms. Bank's request for April 9th Executive Session
minutes, they will not be made available since they are specifically
exempt,
There was discussion of scheduling of the rema ining Warrant Articles
and whether to adjourn the Town Meeting after that night's session, to April
2$ or May 5. Mr. Marshall was in favor of adjournment to April 2$.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5 - 0 by roll call now
vote, Mr. Marshall, Mr. Eddison Mr. Dailey, Mrs. Smith, Mr. McSweeney, to
go into Executive Session for discussion of matters of litigation, with no
i ntent to resume open se ssi on .
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 7:55
p.m.
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Ma ion H. Snow
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April 26, 1986
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A regular meeting ot he Board of Selectmen was hel on Saturday,
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April 26, 1986, in the Selectmen's Meeting Room, Town off ice Building, at
8:00 a.m. Chairman Marshall, Mr. Eddison, Mr. Dailey, Mr. McSweeney;
Mr. Hutchinson, Town Manager; Mr.�hen ToyINCowsel, were presents
Members of the School Committee, Approp i co ittee, Capital
Expenditures Committee and Permanent Building' Committee also attended.
The Board discussed with the above mentioned Committees the proposed
School Modernization Program being presented to Town Meeting under Article
35. No votes were taken. There was also discussion of methods of financing
the program, if approved by the Town meeting,
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING
I April 28, 1986
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A regular meeting of - he Board of Selectmen was held on Monday,
April 28, 1986, in the Selectmen's Meeting Room, Town Office Building, at
700 p.m. Chairman Marshall, Mr. Eddison, Mr, Dailey, Mrs. Smith, Mr.
McSweeney; Mr. Hutchinson, Town Manager; Mrs. Snow, Executive Clerk were
present.
MINUTES
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve, as
presented, the minutes of the Selectmen's Meeting on April 7, 1986, and to
approve as amended the minutes of April 9 14, and 16, 19862
CONTRACT 86-5-Eff LINING WATER MAINS
Upon motion duly made and seconded., it was voted to award Contract
86 -5 -E in the amount of $174,750.04 to Bisxko Contracting Corp., 20
Development Street, Fall River, MA, lowest bidder, for Phase #1 - Cleaning
and Lining Existing Water Mains,
FRANKLIN SCHOOL SELECTION CRITERIA. COMMITTEE
Mr. Marshall referenced the April 11th letter from William Hays,
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Chairman of LexHAB, informing the Selectmen of that Board's questions
regarding its role, relative to tenant selection, as designated by the
Selectmen, as a tenant selection committee, since their function in the
procedure would be only to develop criteria for GBCD's guidance in tenant
selection. Mr. Hays noted that one or tow LexHAB members would be willing
to serve on an advisory committee to GBCD comprised of others appointed by
the Selectmen.
Ms. Adler's April 14th memo to the Board had suggested a 5-member
committee with representation of the Selectmen, Planning Board, LexHAB, Fair
Housing Committee, and the original Franklin School Committee: Mr.
McSweeney added that he felt that neighborhood representation was also
important and recommended appointment of Mary Neumeier, The Board agreed to
expansion of the committee to 6 members,
Mr. Marshall agreed to serve on the Committee and suggested that Martha
Wood of the Planning Board and Leona Martin, Fair Housing Committee be asked
to serve.
John McLaughlin, member of the original Franklin School Committee, will
be contacted and Mr. Hays will be asked which LexHAB member would be willing
to represent the Board.
SEWER CHARGE. LIEU OF BETTERMENT, BOW ST. /SOUTH RINDGE AVENUE
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to table the request
of Moore Homes, Inc. for abatement of sewer connection charges in lieu of
betterments on Lots 3 and 6 at Bow Street and S. Rindge Avenue, as
recommended by the Town Manager.
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ABATEMENT OF SEWER CHARGES IN LIEU OF BETTERMENT, 989 WOBURN STREET
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to table the request
of John E. Lyons, for abatement of sewer charges in lieu of betterments for
property at 999 Woburn Strut, as recommended by the Town Manager.
TREE HEARINGS, HANCOCK STREET
The Board reviewed the recommendations of Walter J. Tonasxuck, Director
of Public Works/Engineering, based on procedures at Hearings on
March 24, 1986, that nine trees be removed in conjunction with improvements
to Hancock St. No neighborhood opposition had been expressed at the
hearing.
Upon notion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve removal of
nine trees on Hancock Street, as shown on a plan entitled "Tree Removal,
Street, Drain & Water Main Construction, Hancock Street ", dated March 19,
1986, sheet 9 of 140
ONE DAY LIQUOR LICENSE ST. BRIGID'S CHURCH
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
application of St. Brigid's Parish, for One Day Liquor License for Saturday,
May 10th, for the celebration of the 45th anniversary of Msgr. Keilty in the
priesthood.
INNKEEPER'S LICENSE ATLANTIC HOTELS INC. d b a CATCH PENNY CHALET
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
application of Atlantic Hotels, Inc., new owners of Catch Penny Chalet, 440
Bedford Street, for Innkeepers License, to expire on December 91, 1988.
ANNUAL VFW POPPY DRIVE
Upon notion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the request
of Lexington Post #9007, Veterans of Foreign Wars, for permission to conduct
its annual Poppy Drive on May 15, 18, and 17, 1996, as recommended by the
Town Manager.
CONTRACT 88 -9 -E BRICK STEP RECONSTRUCTION
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to award Contract
86-9 -E in the amount of $15,125.00 to N. Sacca & Sons, Inc. P.O. Box 445,
Arlington, MA, for brick step reconstruction between Cary Hall and the
Police Station.
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EXTRA WORX ORDER #I, J . T . & C CONSTRUCTION, ADAMS STREET
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve Extra Work
Order #1, for Adams Street Resurfacing by J. T. & C. Construction, in the
amount of #25,910.77
9HOATELSYMMES PROPOSAL, ARTICLE 47
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April 28, 1986
Mr. Marshall asked Board members if they desired to take an official
position on the Choate /Symmes proposal for a life - facility o Waltham
Street,
Mr. Dailey stated that si he represented the Ri family, owners of
the property, he would not take part in discussion of the proposal and would
abstain f rom voting on it. He had so inf ormed the Town Clerk.
Mr. Eddi expressed his support of the Article and stated his
intention to state his position as an individual, regardless of the Board's
view.
Motion was made by Mr. Eddison, seconded by Mrs. Smith that the
Selectmen take a position in support of Article 47.
pow Mr. McSweeney noted that he had reviewed the Planning Board's report
and in the light of its findings, would also support the proposal.
Mrs. Smith added that Choate /Symmes had been sensitive to neighborhood
concerns and had revised its plans accordingly by reducing the sire of the
facility to more appropriately fit the site. She said she was pleased that
Lexington residents were, within provisions of the Law, assured of
preference.
Mr. Marshall also said he plans to vote for Article 47. The four
voting members agreed that Mr. Eddison would speak for the Board.
Motion having been made and seconded, it was voted 4 to a, with Mr.
Dailey abstaining, to support Arti 47.
PUBLIC HEAR I N O N . E . TELEPHONE COMPANY LASS - A~'EN U MA►PI� S�.REET
Mr. Marshall opened the publi hearing on the petition of New England
Telephone Company for perm to install 95± feet of conduit at locations
on Mass. Avenue and Maple Street.
John Drury, representing the Telephone Company, explained the
installation plans and the need for the work to increase service to the
area,
A memorandum f rom Wal ter Tonasxuck , Director of Public Works
Engineering, recommending approval of the project was noted.
John Oalligan, 5 Maple Street, noted the narrowness of Maple Street at
that point and asked how long the work would take. Mr. Drury estimated two
days and added that plans will be coordinated with the Town Manager to
""` ensure minimal traffic disruption,
There being no other comments in favor or in opposition, the Ch ai rman
declared the hearing closed.
Upon motion duly.made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
petiti plan and orders of the New England Telephone and Telegraph Company
to lap and maintain approximately 12 feet of underground conduit in
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Massachusetts Avenue on the easterly side approximately 10' southerly of the
southerly intersection of Maple Street northerly then easterly to the
intersection of Maple Street and on Maple Street on the southerly side at
the intersection of Massachusetts Avenue easterly approximately SS feet of
conduit to existing pole 6111.
SCHOOL MODERNIZATION PROGRAM
The Chairman recapped the April 26th, 8:00 a. m. meeting at which the
Selectmen, School Committee, Finance Committees and Permanent Building
Committee discussed the School Renovations Program and methods of financing
it. He reported that Mr. Dailey is not in favor of an override of the
limits of Proposition 2 1/2 by referendum and asked for the Board's
consideration of alternative funding procedures. Chairman Clough and Mrs.
W i k of the School Committee were present.
Mr. Marshall felt that the School Committee's program should be
supported under O p t i o n 43 and that a one time override, a provision by the
originators of Propost i on 2 1/2 which is intended to be implemented for such
situations, was appropriate.
Mr. Eddi son felt that there was adequate justification for going
outside the limits of 2 1/2 to avoid impingement on other programs. He did,
however, feel that modernization of the School Administration Building
should not be included in the override at this time.
MT. McSweeney agreed on the need for renovation and modernization of
the school buildings, but based on his conversations with citizens, saw no
need to override 2 1/28
Mrs. Smith agreed with Mr. Marshall and Mr. Edd i so n that override
procedures were designed for such programs as repairs to the capital plant
and felt it prudent to proceed.
Mr. Dailey reiterated his position statement made on April 26th in
opposition to a referendum. He felt that procedure would impact basic
services and said he had seen no effort, since the start of 2 1/25 to cut
dawn on electives such as LE PRESS, Conservation acquisitions, and
recreation expenditures. He felt it unfair to fund such projects at the
expense of basic services . He agreed that the school program is necessary
but felt that with a little work it can be implemented and funded without an
override.
Motion was made by Mr. E dd i so n , seconded by Mrs. Smith, that the
Selectmen would seep to place befo r e the Town by referendum a proposal t o
place outside the limits of Proposition 2 1/2, the funding of the School
Modernization Program.
Mr. Clough stated that the School C o m m i t t e e has had a consistent record
of taking no position which would impact the operation of the Town and its
budget and expressed his support of a referendum in this case.
Motion hawing been mane and seconded, it was voted S - 2 with Mr.
Dailey and Mr. McSweeney voting in the negative, to approve the referendum
process on a proposed override of Proposition 2 112 for the funding of the
School Modernization Program. (The motion failed since it did not receive
the required two thirds vote.) WMI0
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING
April 30, 1988
A regular meeting o the Board of Selectmen was held on Wednesday,
April 30, 1988, in the Selectmen's Meeting Room, Town Office Building, at
8:00 p.m. Chairman Marshall, Mr. Eddison, Mr. Dailey, Mrs. Smith, Mr.
McSweeney; Mr. Hutchinson, Town Manager; Mrs. Snow, Executive Clerk, were
present. Also in attendance were members of the School Committee, Dr.
Pierson, Mr. Maclnnes; Permanent Building Committee; Appropriation
Committee; and Capital Expenditures Committee,
SCHOOL RENOVATION PROGRAM (ARTICLE 35?
Mr. Marshall announced that the purpose of the meeting was to be
apprised of the recommendations of the Permanent Building Committee on the
School Committee's proposed School Renovation Program {Article 35} and for
discussion of its scope before the decision process is undertaken.
He noted the vote of the Selectmen on April 28th which precluded a
referendum at this time on an override and pointed out the need for
consideration of methods of financing within the Limits of Proposition 2
$o"' 1/2. He noted that such an override could be sought at a later time if a
referendum were to be approved by a 2/3 majority of the Board of Selectmen.
He added that the two Selectmen who voted against the referendum do support
a renovation program.
Procedurally, Mr. Marshall felt that decision on which items are most
.urgently needed and the amount of financing necessary for that level should
be made first, with decisions following on the terms of financing and for
how long.
Mr. Kennedy of the Permanent Building Committee reviewed the
Committee's findings as presented in a School Needs Evaluation, dated April
28, 1988: misted were a Base Matrix (the entire proposal) and Options 1, 2,
and 3, at different levels of spending. The Committee recommended in favor
of Option 3, at $12,220,049 which, it was felt would cover costs associated
with the work identified as desirable. The School Committee had concurred
with the Committee's choice of Option 3.
Items covered for each school included:
Code Safety
Handicapped
Roof Rehabilitation
Paving
Energy Conservation
Windows
Educational Program
Program Change
Interior /Exterior Finish
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Replace Unit Ventilators /Boilers
Upgrade Generator
Sprinklers
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Mrs. Wik of the School Committee noted that restructuring of buildings
was the most costly category in the program and outlined the basis of need
for improvements to accommodate Media Centers; storage, office and computer
storage space; expansion of teach work areas for group instruction and
conferences in the various elementary schools, Jr. High Schools and the
Senior High School. She described proposals for extensive changes to the
High School Auditorium, which she felt was needed and would allow for
greater school and other uses, and for additional projects such as expansion
of the Science Labs; changes to the Soy's Locker Room and the gymnasium.
Proposed renovation of the School Administration Building, at a cost of
$385,004, was discussed, and Mr. Maclnnes of the School Dept., listed needed
improvements which would be provided by renovation and by addition at the
rear of the building. It was noted that this expenditure is not
reimbursable by SBAS, as with school building improvements.
Mr. Marshall identified two apparent issues for discussion: renovation
of the School Administration Building and installation of sprinklers in all
schools.
Discussion was continued on the School Administration Building
proposal. The Town Manager agreed that the facility was in poor shape, but
felt it should be funded as a separate capital expense and targetted 1330 or
1881 for that project.
Mr. Eddison suggested possible use of a portion of the High School for
School Administration in the light of declining School population. He was
also in favor of excluding the School Administration Building from the
renovation program.
Both the School Committee and Permanent Building Committee had agreed
to omit spr i nk 1 er i ng from, the program. Mr. McCabe, Chairman of the Capital
Expenditures Committee, said his Committee's contention is to try to do the
best ooh possible with a quality program to bring schools up to date. He
noted the Bridge School experience and advocated installation of
sprinklering to ensure safety to students. Regarding Mr. McCabe's claim,
quoting a firefighter at the scene, that children barely had time to escape
(30 seconds to a minute), the Manager responded that he had not seen this
statement in any of the reports on the fire and will investigate whether
such a report exists;
The Manager said that the Fire Chief is available for conference
regarding the level of safety provided by the proposed smoke detectors and
fire alarms. Mr. McInnes reported on the existing working alarm systems
which are proposed to be updated.
Mr. Dailey said he felt that many of the work items proposed are not
absolutely necessary and that thought should be given first to establishing
levels of spending and seeing how much can be accomplished under each.
Mr. Marshall asked School Committee members, with refernce to Option 3,
what their priorities would be at funding of $10 Million, $8 million and $8
million.
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Mr. Neiman said his C o m m i t t e e felt it count not r '
p xoritiae under the
gar i os spending leval s without compromising the program. He felt the
program proposed was sound and justified.
Discussion continued on the issue of gBAB 60% reimbursement for the
work outlined. Mrs Newman said that he believed there would be a serious
risk of losing reimbursement if major alterations are made to the ro osed
program,
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Mr. Marshall referenced the Town Ilan a r f s A r i 1 28 memo to Town
Meeting Members which gave a proposed f i n e n g o gr am for school
renovation and conservation acquisiti i � t w the o t al amount of $13,770,000.
Debt schedules showing the impact of 10, 15 and 20 year financing were
attached.
Mr. Marshall recommended the longest term, and said he could support the $12
million request
Mr. McSweeney referenced other ex p err d i t u r es such as for L EXPRESS ,
questioned the degree of real need for all items in the proposed program,
and felt it could be implemented by dropping less essential programs.
Mr. Dailey advocated consideration of a package, including conservation
purchases, of $10 The Town Manager will have cap i es of a spread
sheet based on a $10 million hand issue for Town Meeting Members.
Mrs. Smith and Mr. Eddi son expressed support for 15 year Bonding, as
recommended by the Town Manager. - - --
Mr. Marshall summari the views expressed that the p r o j eci--i-s: - a - bI e to
he financed under 2 112, although members did not agr -on- - alT - parts of the
program,
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 10:40
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A true record, Attest
Mai i o n H. gn c'�j
Executive Clerk
Selectmen's Meeting
April 28, 1986
Wednesday, April 34th, has been scheduled for a meeting f the School
Committee, Permanent Building
g Committee, and the Finance Committees with the
Selectmen for discussion of alternative financing of the Program,
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at
?:55 p.m.
A true record, Attest:
Y 4irion H. Snow
Executive Clerk