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SELECTMEN'S MEETING
,June 2, 1956
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Monday,
June 2, 1996, in the Selectmen's Meeting Room, Town Office Building, at
7:30 p.m. Chairman Eddison, Mr. Marshall, Mr. Dailey, Mrs. Smith; Mr.
Hutchinson, Town Managers Mr. Cohen, Town Counsel; Ms. Adler, Assistant to
the Town Manager; Mrs. Snow, Executive Clerk,
PUBLIC HEARING RAYTHEON COMPANY SPRING STREET
The Chairman opened the Public Hearing on the petition of Boston Edison
and New England Telephone Companies for permission to install conduit on
Bridge Street.
John Drury, representing the Telephone Company, was present to explain
the need for the installation to provide service to a new development on
Yalleyfield Road. In response to the Chairman's request for comments, Gary
Patrick, 72 Bridge Street, asked to see the plan for the installation, but
voiced no objections.
There being no other statements in avor or in opposition, the hearing
was declared closed.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
petition, plans and orders of Boston Edison Company and New England
Telephone Company for installation of approximately ten feet of conduit in
Bridge Street on the easterly side at existing pole 59/16 located
approximately 6' northerly of Valleyfield Rd.
EXEMPLARY TEACHERS AWARDS
Catherine Boyd, Bowman School Teacher and George Southwick, Lexington
High School Teacher, recipients of DeMolay 1996 Exemplary Teachers Awards,
were present by invitation of the Board. Mr. Eddison stated that it was a
privilege to recognize the excellence in teaching demonstrated by both. He
read a statement of commendation and appreciation to Ms. Boyd and Mr.
Southwick conveying the Board's high regard to them in their role as
teachers and presented each with an original copy of the Resolution.
MINUTES MAY , 7, MAY ,,.1 2 ..1.9 8 6
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the minutes
of Selectmen's Meetings on May 51 May y, -and May 12, 1996, as presented.
RESIGNATION FAIR HOUSING COMMITTEE BARAN
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to accept, with
regret, the resignation of Ste hen Baran from the Fair - .
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effective immediately. The Board expressed its thanks for his service on
the Committee and its best wishes to Mr. Baran in his new position as Human
Services Coordinator.
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APPOINTMENT OF COMPTROLLER
Mr. Hutchinson recapped the recruitment process which led to his
recommendation that John J. Ryan be appointed as Town Comptroller. He
outlined Mr. Ryan's background as Director of Finance and Administration for
the City of Peabody, and stated that he felt Mr. Ryan to he the best of all
candidates applying.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to appoint John J.
Ryan as Town Comptroller, for a term of office to expire on May 31, 1339.
REAPPOINTMENT of EXECUTIVE CLERK
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to reappoint Marion H.
Snow as Executive Clerk of the Board of Selectmen for a term of office to
expire on May 31, 13370
CLEAN WATER ACTION PROJECT RESOLUTION
James Reilly, Lexington's representative to the Mass. Water Resources
Authority Advisory Committee was present for the Board's continued
discussion of MWRA's efforts to increase water supplies and the request of
"Clean Water Action" for a Resolution in opposition to diversion of streams
into its Wachusetts and Quabb i n reservoirs.
The proposed resolution emphasised only one of several options now
under consideration for increasing the water supply and Mr. Reilly advised
the Selectmen not to foreclose any of the other alternatives. He urged
strong support for water conservation, but recommended that the Board not
endorse the "non-diversion" resolution at this time pending receipt of
information which will be developed through a series of public meetings on a
long -range MWRA water study to be held this month, which he will attend.
He informed the Board that 25 to 30% of the water extracted from the
two reservoirs is unaccounted for between the distribution system and the
communities served, due to some extent to legitimate uses such as sewer
flushing, fires and the watering of playing fields, but largely due to major
leaks which must be found.
Mr. Eddison asked that Mr. Reilly return to the Board when more
information is available after the public meetings.
PROCLAMATION,, WATER CONSERVATION WEEK
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to proclaim June 7th
to June 13th, 1336, as Water Conservation Weep in Lexington, in conjunction
with the Governor's acknowledgement of this effort, as requested by the
Mass. Water Resources Authority.
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Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to execute Contract
#88 -9-E, Brick Step Reconstruction, in the amount of $15,125.44, awarded at
a meeting of the Board of Selectmen on April 28, 1988 and subject to the
approval of Town Counsel as to form.
LIMOUSINE LICENSES
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
application of Rinn Corporation d /bta Avanti Limousine Service, 12 Hayward
Avenue, for renewal of Limousine License for one vehicle to expire on
May 91, 19879
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
application of Liberty Limousine Service, Inc., 52 Waltham Street, for
Limousine License for one vehicle, to expire on May 91, 1587.
MM SEWER CHARGESs LYONS 589 WOBURN STREET
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to abate sewer charges
in lieu of betterment, in the amount of $2,613.97, , for property at 885
Woburn Street, Lot *58 --5, inadvertently signed at a previous Selectmen's
Meeting and consequently processed, though never approved.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve sewer
charges in lieu of betterment in the amount of $1,458.19, for property at
989 Woburn Street, and to execute a notice of sewer charges in lieu of
betterment. In audition to the charge of $1,458.19, 5% interest on the
balance will be due for a period of 18 years.
TRAFFIC ITEMS TO TRAFFIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMITTEE
SCHOOL STREET AREA BRIDGE SCHOOL STUDENTS' WALKING ROUTE
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to refer the request
of James R. Maclnnes, Director of Business Services, Lexington Public
Schools, that traffic safety issues relative to the walking route of Bridge
School students from the School Street area be addressed, to the Traffic
Safety Advisory Committee for its review and recommendations.
TRAFFIC CONDITIONS ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS LWv STUDY
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Upon motion duly made and seconded,, it was voted to refer the concerns
expressed by the League of Women Voters based on a Town -wide study, to the
Traffic Safety Advisory Committee for review and recommendations. The
issues to be addressed are: lack of uniformity in the marking of school
entrances and approaches; crossing guard coverage; installation of
sidewalks; lowered speed at school entrancess
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Mr. Eddison commended the League for its report on traffic conditions
as listed above and the recommendations given. A letter will be written to
the League Chairman expressing the Board's appreciation.
EXTRA WORK ORDER #1 GRANT ST. RESURFACING
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve Extra Work
Order #1, in the amount of $26,512.12 from Article 31, 1333, to Starrett
Paving Corporation, for resurfacing of Grant Street under Contract #36 -2, as
recommended by Walter J. Tonaszuck, Director DPW /Engineer.
ABATEMENT OF SEWER AND WATER CHARGES
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve abatement
of sewer charges in the total amount of $331.10, to adjust estimates and
meter card readings and for properties not connected to town sewer; to abate
water receivables in the total amount of $124.35, to adjust estimates and ,,,
meter cards; and to abate sewer charges appearing on FY86 Real Estate bills
in the amount of $60.05, for properties not connected to Town sewer and
exempt from sewer charges.
ONE DAB' LIQUOR LICENSE W . R . GRACE
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
application of W.R. Grace Company RAEDACC, for One Day Liquor License on
June 24, 1336, at 55 Hayden Avenue, for an employee retirement party.
MAPLE, LOWELL STREETS - REQUEST FOR LOWERED SPEED LIMIT
Ruth and Bruce Lynn, 33 Maple Street, were present on behalf of Lowell
and Maple and Summer Street petitioners for lowering of the 40mph speed
limit on those streets to 35mph.
The Town Manager had received a response to his request to Secretary
Sal.vucci, D.O.T., for a State study of speed limits on the three streets
(Rtes 2A) which listed factors which led to the State's determination that
the currently posted speeds can not be lowered. The letter, from Robert L.
Shea, Traffic Engineer, State DPW, stated that at this time, 35% of cars
exceed the 40mph limit. If the limit were to be Lowered, 30% would be in
violation. Mr. Shea also stated that the sight distance is straight and can
be seen for several hundred feet in both directions on Rte. 2A.
The Town Manager, in response to Mrs. Lynn's question about recourse,
said an appeal could be made to the State to reverse its decision, but
recommended installation, on a local level, of "Caution Children" suns.
Mrs. Smith suggested that existing speed limits be enforced since 85% are
going over the limit now.
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Mr. Lynn spoke of a blind spot at an incline on Maple Street near his
home which hides the presence of children and animals who might be crossing
at that point. He disputed the logic of the State's findings and asked that
a statement of traffic conditions on Rte. 2A be presented to the State which
he felt would justify a lowered speed limit. Mrs. Lynn noted that the speed
limit on Summer Street in Arlington is 30mph and changes to 35mph in
Lexington. She felt that the Town should have more control in establishing
rates of speed on roads within its boundaries.
Questions were raised as to standards and criteria used by the State in
arriving at speed limits for roads under its jurisdiction. The Manager
suggested that, after concerns have been registered with the State, Mass.
DPW officials be invited to a meeting to explain the methodology for this
procedure. He also agreed that the Traffic Safety Advisory Committee could
be asked for its recommendations for appropriate speed limits.
Mrs. Lynn asked if the Town could investigate and make a strong
statement that speeds on all flown streets be kept under 35mph and that State
traffic engineers personally survey traffic conditions.
Mr. Eddison summarized the sense of the Board as wanting a review of
the matter by Torn staff and the Traffic Safety Advisory Committee to get
the most information possible. He pointed out the portion of Maple Street
with the blind spot, as noted by Mr. Lynn, with respect to poor sight
distance there. After this information has been gathered, the Traffic
Safety Committee, abuttors, and the State DPW Traffic Engineers would be
asked to attend a Selectmen's meeting for discussion of the situation.
STATE GRANT OF I1I CONSTRUCTION
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize the
Lexington Town Manager to act on behalf of the Town of Lexington
(hereinafter referred to as the "Applicant "), as its agent in filing
applications for, executing agreements regarding, and performing any and all
other actions necessary, to secure for the Applicant such grants and grant
payments for the design and construction of sewage treatment facilities as
may be made available to the Applicant, pursuant to the provisions of the
Massachusetts Clean Waters Act (M G.L. c.21, section 26-53, inclusive, as
amended), or other special Act of the General Court, for the construction of
the following facilities: I/I Rehabilitation Construction.
HARTWELL AVENUE/BEDFORD STREETIMARRETT ROAD
Due to the illness of both the Town Engineer and the Director of Public
Works, the Town Manager asked that the progress report on the road
improvement plans for Hartwell Avenue, Bedford Street, and Marrett Road be
postponed. He reported that obstacles have been encountered on certain
aspects of the Bedford Street plan to do with the proposed traffic light at
Eldred Street, which the State opposes.
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Regarding the Marrett Road plan, District Highway Engineer Mistretts, State
DPW, had stated a requirement, among others, for updated traffic volume data
and the widening of the driveway entering Forbes Road. All available
information on the road plans will be provided at the Selectmen's June 17th
meeting, w ith all professional staff present.
LIONS CLUB CARNIVAL
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the request
of the Lexington Lions Club for use of the Center Playground on June 34,
July 2,3,4,5 and 6, 1336, for set--up, operation and clean -up of the annual
4th of July Carnival.
CONTRACT SIDEWALK RECONSTRUCTION
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Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to award Contract 36-
7-E, in the amount of $33,313.60, to Highway Paving, Inc., North Billerica,
MA. for sidewalk reconstruction, subject to the approval of Town Counsel as mom
to bid form.
REAPPOINTMENTS TO COUNCIL ON AGING
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
reappointment by the Town Manager of Dorothy Boggia and Gladys Scanlon to
the Council on Aging. Mr. Eddison stated that he had worked with both as
liaison to the Council on Aging and had found them to be valuable and
dedicated workers on the Council. Mr. Hutchinson will convey the
compliments of the Board to Mrs. Boggia and Mrs. Scanlon.
HURRICANE GLORIA
The Manager acknowledged excellent worm of Fire Chief Bergeron in -
coordinating the application process regarding reimbursement for expenses
incurred from Hurricane Gloria. Federal and state payments to the Town
totalled $123,412, which covered most of the Town's expenses in repairing
damage to municipal trees and fire alarm equipment; and overtime incurred by
town workers during the storm.
AWARD OF MERIT - GEORGE A. SMITH
Mrs Hutchinson reported that George Smith, Health Director, will be
receiving the Certificate of Merit Award from the National Environmental •••r
Health Association for his contributions in the field of
public /environmental health. The Chairman will acknowledge this
accomplishment in a letter to Mr. Smith.
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LINCOLN I PROPOSAL
J u n e 2 , 1986
The Town Man ager n o ted the L i n co 1 n Sp ec- i al To wn Meeti scheduled fit y
,furze 16th to con �- der various op t i oaf _ , for use of 4? acres of land rear the
Lexington li Proposed uses include affordable housing and commer0i ai
dev elopment, which may he able to help fund the housing,,
Mr . Hutchinson and Mr. Eddi son wi confer with Lincoln Selectmen
regardi the proposed commercial development and the impact of the more
i n t e n s e u se or! Mar r e t t R oad traffic
TRASH COLLECTION
M r. Hutchinson reported that recent problem i th trash collect
c o ntra c tor s a t o h ave b e e n sol a th a t pi s hould be b8ck on 2
regular schedule wi thin a week. He expressed his appreciation for the
patience of the public during this period.
TRANSFERS FROM RE FLND
Upon mot ion dul v ma de and seconded, it was k)o ted to app ;roue transfer
from the Reserve Fund to the f of lowi n accounts:
Acct. 01- 06 -1=8, Electi $1 ,o30.O O
Acct, , 01- -004 -x 0 , Town Manager Expense $1
Acct. 01-20 -1 5, Repair & I'lain�tenance $2,000
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The Chairman asked for the v l ek.,i i� f the Board on permI t t I nq F�`aT l oy`; t { -_
operate from trucks on Tocsin Streets., All members agreed that the policy not
to permit such operations should he reaff irmed on the basis of traffic and
pedestrian saf e t v .
EXECUT I � �E SESSION'
Upon motio d u l y made and seconded, i t was vo ted 4 - 0 by r c-a1
vote, Mr . Eddi su , M r. Mar Mr Daile Mr Sm it h , to go i n t o
Executive Session for discussion of matters of land a c q u i s i t i o n , with no
intent to resume opens session.
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING
June 17, 1986
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Tuesday,
June 17, 1986, in the Selectmen's Meeting Room, Town office Building, at
7:34 p.m. Chairman Eddison, Mr,, Marshall, Mr. Dailey, Mr. McSweeney; Mr.
Hutchinson, Town Manager; Mr. Cohen, Town Counsel; Ms= Adler, Assistant to
the Town Manager; Mrs. Snow, Executive Clerk, were present. Selectman Smith
arrived shortly af ter the start of the meeting.
PUBLIC HEART N C r - RAYTHEON COMPANY
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The Chairman opened a public Hearing on the petition of Raytheon
Company for permission to place cable in an existing conduit on Spring
Street. Leo Lecassie, representing Raytheon Company, explained that the
installation is necessary to provide additional telephone service. Raytheon
would lease the conduit, owned by the New England Telephone Company, pending
approval by the Board of Selectmen.
There being no statements offered in f avor or in opposition, Mr.
Eddi declared the hearing closed.
pow upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 4 - 0 to approve the
petition, plans and orders of Raytheon Company for permission to place cable
in existing conduit in Spring Street in an e xisting underground conduit
which extends 62 L.F. from existing N. E. Telephone Company manhole *54/188
on the north side of Spring St. in a southerly direction to existing utility
pole #90/34, approximately 100' of Hayden Avenue. Mrs. Smith abstained from
voting since she had not been present for the entire hearing=
LINCOLN LAND PROPOSAL /MINUTE MAN NATIONAL PARK
Mr. Eddison recapped a proposal by the Town of Lincoln for development
of 47 acres in Lincoln near the Lexington line, 31 acres of which would be
used for affordable housing with the remaining 17 acres to be used for
commercial development which would provide financial support for the
housing. A buffer zone, separating the National park from the residential
development is planned as well as relocation of Old Bedford Road to reduce
traffic congestion. The plan is contingent upon rezoning of the entire
parcel to PUD zoning to allow mixed residential, and commercial use.
A Special. Town Meeting held in Lincoln on June 1 6th had approved the
rezoning and the purchase of 31 acres between the National park and
Massport . A referendum was held on June 17th for override of the l of
Prop. 2 1/2.
Mfr. Eddison suggested a meeting with the Lincoln Selectmen after the
outcome of the referendum is known. He added that Lincoln is interested in
commercial development not only for financial support for the housing, but
for assistance from the commercial developer with realignment of old Bedford
Rd. and Virginia Rd. He was not in favor of the latter process which might
be used by developers to gain re'ronings. He saw a threat regarding traffic
impact from the commercial development, which could be intensive.
Mr. Eddi reported on a meeting with National Park Service officials
regarding the future of the Park. He outlined a? ternati ve plans presented
as:
I. Minimum action on changes to the Park
2. Total reconstruction of Rte 2A and relocation out of the Park
3. An urban parkway
4. A "string of pearls" which would mean re - creat in five spots of
1 775 events.
5. Development of a variety of tour routes.
With respect to the Lincoln proposal., Mr. Eddison noted that Lincoln is
flexible and wants involvement of neighboring towns in the planning process.
Mr. Marshall said he was troubled by the traffic impact which would
result from the commercial development proposed. He also felt that
Lincoln's low- - income housing would be isolated, not integrated as in
Lexington, and therefore would not meet social goals. He questioned
locating the housing on the out - skirts of Town, near the airport.
Mr. Eddison agreed that there are mare unreso1ved questions but that
Li ncoln seems aware of that fact.
Mr. McSweeney reported that at a recent HATS meeting, no opposition was
apparent from the National. Park Services Denver Team but that the Massport
representative was not in favor of housing at that location.
The Central Transportation Planning Service (CTPS) is now conducting a
traffic count which will be ready for the next HATS meeting in September:
In Lexington, only the portion of Rte 2A from Rte 128 west to Concord will
be included.
Mrs. Smith, with reference to the new road system proposed by the
National Park Service, noted that that work would be funded by the State.
Mr. Marshall added that the Park Service should be reminded that the
automobile in these days is a major means of transportation and that the
Park should be planned such a way as to accommodate auto travel, not
exclude it.
Mr. Eddison agreed with Mr. Dailey that Lexington's main concern is
traffic impact and not the type and location of housing.
Mfrs. Smith suggested that the project be followed closely from the HATS
perspective. She added that additional housing and commercial developments
are planned for the air base and should be factored in as well.
The Board agreed that a meeting with Lincoln Selectmen should be
scheduled after the results of the Referendum are known for further
discussion of the proposal and its ramifications.
MINUTES - MAY 19
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Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the minutes
of the Selectmen's Meeting on M 1 1 98 as �.■r
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RESOLUTION - RICHARD M. PERRY
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve a
Resolution to acknowledge the appre.ciation of the Board for the excellent
service to the Town of Richard M. Perry, former Town Comptroller,
LUMBERYARD REALTY TRUST - CAMELLIA PLACE
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Mr. Hutchinson reported on administrative and engineering positions on
the proposal of Lumberyard Realty Trust for access from its property to
Camellia Pl and exiting onto Bedford Street with suggested adjustment to
the traffic signal cycle. The Manager expressed doubt that the adjustment
to the light cycle would provide a solution and asked that the proponent,
Alfred Busa, address that issue. He felt that exiting from Camellia Place
was a rational solution, but pointed out that parking spaces and training
area for the Fire Dept. would be lost. He saw need for time to work out
these aspects of the proposal.
Mr. Tonasruck, Director of Public Works /Engineering, noted that the
Fire Dept. has had problems with congestion regarding safe exiting and
,.,.. manuever i ng of fire vehicles which the impact of the new development would
compound.
Mr. McSweeney suggested widening of Camellia Place to ease exiting.
Joyce Miller, Chairman of the Conservation Commission, said she had not
seen a topographic plan of the proposed easement location, but felt that her
Commission would have trouble approving road construction over the brook
located there, which would have the potential for adverse effect.
Mr. Busa responded, that he was confident that the requirements of the
Wetland By --Law could be satisfied. He added that the Trust is willing to
cooperate, as evidenced by the traffic study submitted as requested, and
that he will work with the Conservation Commission regarding its concerns.
He stated that financially, the best time for addressing the entrance /exit
issue was during the planning process for construct of his facility, but
if that is not possible, he would have to live with the Bedford Street exit.
Mr. Eddison recommended that the Conservation Commission confer with
Mr. Busa and would give some indication as to approval or suggest some
acceptable alternative.
Mr. Marshall said he would consider the option of waiting to decide on
a solution until both the Busa and Custance developments are in operation
and their impacts. known.
Mrs. Smith saw a need for attention to the area as a whole regarding
traffic and environmental issues.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to authorize the Town
Manager to work with Mr! Busa and the Conservation Commission, and the
Planning} Board, to explore what can be done to move toward a solution.
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Mr. Dailey added that as a first step, Mr. 3usa should provide a
detailed plan showing location of the proposed easement.
APPROVAL OF APPOINTMENTS TO HANSCOM FIELD ADVISORY COMM 11.
The Board reviewed a i i st of nominees for membership on the Hanscom
Advisory Commission, representing local citizen groups, area -wide
organizations, businesses basing a ircraft at Hanscom and aviation related
businesses, submitted to the Selectmen of Lexington, Concord, Lincoln and
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Bedford for approval.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve
appointments to the Hanscom Field Advisory Commission, with terms of office
of three years, of the following;
Robert Domnitz, representing the Merriam H:.11 Association
Jane Farmer, representing the League of Women Voters
Henry Wilholm, representing Digital Equipment Corporation
Michael Lye, representing Jet Aviation
Mrs. Smith suggested that periodic conferences be scheduled with
Lexington's representative on the Commission to be kept informed of
developments at the airbase.
APPOINTMENTS - TOWN CELEBRATIONS COMMITTEE
The Board reviewed a letter from Chairman Fitzgerald of the Town
Celebrations Committee, requesting reappointment of four members whose terms
will expire on June 30th. William Fitzgerald, Raymond Flynn, Robert
Jackson, and Jean Coates were complimented as being oustanding and valuable
members with experience by service on the Committee for several. terms. It
was agreed that the Committee be expanded by appointment of 2 or 3 Associate
Members, to ensure carry -on in the planning of annual observances.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to reappoint the
f ollowi ng members of the Town Celebrations committee f or terms of of f ice to
expire on June 30, 1336;
William J. Fitzgerald, 65 Liberty Avenue
Raymond J. Flynn, 310 Concord Avenue
Robert C. Jackson, 67 Colony Avenue
C. Jean Coates 30 Donald Street
TOWN REPORT COMMITTEE AND ARTS COUNCIL APPOINTMENTS
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Mr. Eddison noted the request of the Town Report Committee that
appointment /reappointments to that committee be made by July 1st, rather
than by September 30th, because its heaviest work load period occurs in late
summer and early fall. Erna Green, will supply a list of those willing to
continue to serve and suggestions for new members.
Kerry Brandin, Chairman of the Council for the Arts, had also requested
early appointments for her Committee, to become effective on September 30. moo
The Council prepares its calendar during the summer and would like to list
any new members in it.
The Board had no objections to these adjustments.
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CENTER REVITALIZATIoff COMMITTEE
Mr. Eddison suggested that the existing Center Revitalization Committee
be discharged preparatory to the formation for a new Lexington Center
Committee to be charged with continuing the process of managing change in
the Center.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to dissolve the Center
Revitalization Committee, with appreciation for its harts work in fulfilling
its charge.
MARRETT ROAD AND NORTH LEXINGTON ROAD IMPROVEMENT PLANS
MARRETT ROAD
Dick Cooke of Boston Survey Consultants, was present to give a status
report on plans for improvements to Marrett Road. He noted the requirement
by the State DPW for an update of the 1981 traffic count, which is now being
conducted and the widening of the driveway entering Forbes Road. He
recounted the 5- -year experience of attempts to implement the improvements
inc?uding an amended plan to avoid land taking of Park Service land,
Regarding the ongoing traffic count, to be completed in 2 or 3 weeks,
certain changes have been noted i.e. more traffic on new Mass. Avenue and
less at Forbes Road. These changes may require modifications of traffic
signals cycles. He pointed out that the proposed Lincoln and Hanscom Field
developments will both impact Rte 2 traffic.
Regarding the plans for relocation of Rte ZA outside the National Park,
which he shoved on a map, he felt that that feature of the Park Service's
plans if ever implemented would be in the distant future.
Mr. Cooke estimated that it was likely to take 2 or 3 years to get
final approval of Rte ZA improvement plans by the State and Federal agencies
involved, but with constant attention, that period could he reduced to 18
months.
Mr. Marshall recapped the Board's compromise regarding the Park Service
refusal to cooperate with land taking and approval at that time of the
revised plan by State officials. He expressed frustration at yet another
delay 16 months after approval of the compromise plan
Mrs. Smith suggested that the Board authorize staff to press for quick
action by the State and F.H.A. on the plan as accepted and asking for
assistance from our Legislators in expediting the process.
Mr. Hutchinson, advised asking State officials, to meet with the Board in
30 days when the traffic count update has been completed.
Upon mo du i v made and seco i t was v o ted t author the s taff
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requested and that the Town i s sat i s f i ed wi th the Yr -fad al i gnment proposed. mood
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BEDFORD STREET
Mr, Cooke rev i eq4ed the hi story of plans for improvement with Bedford
S treet a s howed a p l a n devel s e v eral y ear �- ago, wh ich was to ha �l e
mo v ed f o rwar d is
Area residents opposed the plan, which pro;si ded ric direct access to Eldred
Street an had other features they con o bJ ec t i o n abl e , su ch as the
number of lanes and lack of green space. The North Lexington Road
Improvement StudV Committee was formed and gave its recornmendat ions for a
revis plan, which wa s. developed bkj 6SC E t acc these
recorraiendat i ores
The State did not accept the compromise p l a n , dh i of 1 y because of
traffic lights and direct access. to Eldred Street, whi it was felt would
cause back -ups during peak hours, but the State still felt that the plans
could not be approved with the Eldred Street lights.
M Cooke recapped State DPW latest requirements on the compromise,
stated in a letter dated June 4, 1986, which he said showed inconsistencies
t4i th p ri or approvals.
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C o m m i t t e e , stated that the 1 , 984 plan brad been unacceptable to all in North
L e x i n g to n e x c ep t for th b u s in e s s c He felt it imperative to push
Ir I o rwar d #r'ii ' t� 1 t he comp r orf1 i se p I an r
Mr . M r e s p onded that the -.i tuat i on shifuld be pu t i n to
p ersp ect ive and that even thoug E' reci nc t - 7 had opp osed th 1984 P lan a
large portion of the Town had accepted i t ; He felt the State' disfavor of
the Eldred Street light could be legitimate Wi th re gard to hack, -ups t the
r arr €p and that if the n evrjer p l a n i s no accep q u i ck. l v , the 1 P l a n
should be implemented,
Mr. E S on s a id he w no a t h e p tf i n t of qi } t i n up on t h e c o mpr om is e
P lan and was i ,,12 11 i ng to tr,v for i t = approval u ntil con z� i nced that the State
h ser i o u s v consi the c oncession s made becau o n
o b i ec t i O r = s . He added that he f elt the r es i der€ i s t,,io u 1 d be willing t o g i o e up
the Eldred Street lights during peak hours to have it available at other
times.
Mr. Dailey noted that a great deal of time had been spent developing a
good plan and felt that exploration should be rude as to the po i bi 1 i t ,_ of
i t s approval before g i v i n g up on : t ,
Mrs.. Smith a f elt i was cici s t e p l__l re a ll p o s s i b i l i t i e s , and
make ever} effort to get d e f i n i t i v e ar s Hier s as t n- the reasons the plan is
unacceptable. She was in agreement with Mr. Marshal v iew on the Eldred
St. light, adding that it could be a stumbling block.
Mr. Hutchinson said that at this critical point, State officials at are
app ropriate level should be met € i th and asked for spec li t i c reasons for
di and if the Eldred Street i ictht is the rmajo reason for the
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He felt that Senator Kraus and Representative Doran should also be present,
Mr . Marshall stated that he would not want to make a judgement that
rf gh t Uu t t e t th a d ea V l i n e o f t h s t a ' i s [cl i„� l d 'Li e c t at { i 1 `�'• f o r rfi � 1 -.. a
a dec i e. i on of ter all f are known,
Upon mo tion duly made and seconded, it was v oted that the Town Manager
be au thor i zed to word. with Mete o f f i c i a l s and ot h ers n ecessar f) to attemp
to determine whether t he Nor Lexington Road Improvement plan is viable i rf
the sense that components of the plan will be approved by the Mete DPW.
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The Bo a d r ev i e }re t h e r ec om d a t i o n s o f t h e E a bl em t Co i t t ee o a f
the request of Dr Zangara, 19 Muzzev Street, for relocation of handicapped
parking spaces f rom the corner of Mass. Avenue and Muzzev Street, to 19
u z e f Street, which he f wo uld be ad for h ie patients
At the time of consideration of t he req uest o rf Nov y; 3 198 th
Board had voted to accept t he r ecormen da t i o n s of the Cen ter R e v i t a l i z a t i o n
.orrm i t t ee t move t he space subject to the review and r ecorrffrien da t i o n s o f
t E a bl emen t Comrrt l t t ee on n the matter
The En abl errfen t C o m m i t t e e had recommended, i n a letter dated June 5,
1986, that the existing location of the parking space was pref s ince
it is the closest one to the Cen ter . The C ommittee sugges that an
additional 'handicapped space he prok)ided at 19 Muizey Street.
It was noted t the Center R Corm i t t ee was n w i n i n g
to have an a ddit i onal pace on Muzzeu Street designated for han dicapped
park a ng.
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t Bo o r, N � � 1 98 -W w h au tho r ize d t h e r e loc a tion of th
handi capped parking space f r orrf t he corder o f Mu z z e5i St reet a nd M a ssachusetts
Avenue to * Muzzey Street.
POLI C "(f Cf4 TRUCK VENDOR OPERATI M
M E son h a d su p € o r di n g fo a pol i r -V n o t to p
v en d i ng f r om t in h ea vv t r at f i c ar o f t he Town He exp lai n ed t
sev eral i n q u i r i e s had been made of the Selectmen • s Office for p e r m i s s i o n to
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It was agreed that t he i t errf would he tabled
SCHOOL SCE I LD I NGS 4S I ;TANG E PROCESS
M . Hu tchi nscirf repot ted on th s tatus of the submi ssi on to the Schoo.L
eu 1 1 di ngs A ssi 5ltance Board f or t undi ng of the school rano ►rat i orr pr's i ect : He
said the news that day was positive and that Lexington.. s application was on
the June 24th SBAS agenda. All Lexington school projects are proposed for
approval, with staff recommendations for 60% reimbursement.
In a nswer to questi about a g uaran tee thhat the State _ annual
appr of fundin i the future, Mr. Hutchinson thought I t un l ikely that
P the Mate would withhold approvals since it had never been the case.
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LEXINGTON MINUTE MAN REQUEST FOR MINUTES
The Town Manager aicknowledged a letter from District Attorney
Harshbarger relating to a complaint from Ms. Elizabeth Banks of the
Lexington Minute -Mans Ms. Banks alleged that the Town violated the Open
Meeting Law by failing to make public the minutes of the Executive Session
of April 9, 1988 dealing with the Mews Property. Mr. Harshbarger ruled that
the executive minutes need not be released to Ms= Banks since they deal with
litigation strategy on a pending matter.
Mr. Cohen noted that he has spent a number of hours on public records
questions as a result of Ms. Banks' frequent complaints. He stated that he
had met with an Assistant District Attorney and with counsel for the
Secretary of State. One topic of discussion concerned the Board of Appeals
and Ms. Banks' demands to see their draft conditions for the "Katandin
Woods" project. The District Attorney's office acknowledged that the Board
of Appeals is a quasi-judi body and that it may not always be
appropriate to deliberate in public session. Mr. Cohen said he hoped that
all meetings of the Board of Appeals could continue to be held in open
sessions With respect to Ms. Banks' specific request, he had agreed with
the counsel for the Secretary of State that the draft could now be released
since the decision had been filed with a copy to Ms. Banks and the appeal
period had expired;
Mr. Cohen noted that no complaints had been fi�.ed against Lexington -
under the public Records Law until Ms; Banks' began to make them.
TRAFFIC SAFE MASS . AVENUE ACCESS TP PARKING LOT Now
Mr. Hutchinson informed the Board of his request to the Traf f i c Safety
Advisory Committee for its recommendations on his proposal to close the
access to the municipal parking lot, between the 1775 Wine & Spirit Shop and
the bank. He felt that this access has created a safety hazard by cars
making illegal left turns onto Mass Avenue and driving over the sidewalk
area. He also suggested that the driveway exiting the pewter pot parking
lot be looked at,
CONSENT AGENDA
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to ratify the poll
vote of dune 12, 1988, approving the acceptance of the low hid of the Esser
County Bank on a State Anticipation Note for newer work on Marrett Road, in
the amount of $22, 177.54, dated dune 12, +988.
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MARY MC DONOUGH RECOGNITION PARTY, ONE DAY LI4UOR LICENSE
Upon mot ion duly made and seconded, it was voted to a pprove the request
of the Mary McDonough Party Planning Committee for permission to serve wine
in Cary Hall, Cary Memorial Bldg. on September .0, 1996, and to approve the
appl ication by the Commi for a One Lay Liquor License on that date.
ARMENIAN SISTERS ACADEMY. ONE DAY LIQUOR LICENSE
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
applicati for One Day Liquor License by the Armenian �' stern Academy on
June 22, 19964
TRAFFIC ITEM, LARCHMON T LANE
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to refer the request
of Jill Butler, B Larchmont Lane, for relief from safety hazards on
Larchmont Lane, to the Traffi Safety Advisory Committee for review and
recommendations.
RE VEST FOR USE OF BATTLE GREEN LEXINGTON MINUTE MEN
Upon motion duly rude and seconded, it was voted to approve the request
of the Lexington Minute Men, Inc. for use of the Battle Green for
P ON installation of officers on Sunday, June 29, 1996, at 2 :00 p.mv
ORDER OF TAKING PEARL STREET
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Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to execute an Order of
Taking for Pearl Street, established as a Town way at an Annual Town Meeting
on April 2, 1986.
FRANKLIN SCHOOL SEWER CHARGES
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve sewer
charges in lieu of betterment in the amount of $ 6 r 612,7 9 for property at 7
Stedman Road, the former Franklin School.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to abate the sewer
charge in lieu of betterment for the Franklin School property, 7 Stedman
Road, in the amount of $6,612.79, as recommended by the Director of Public
Works /Engr. because sewer was included in the price of the Franklin School
property when it was purchased from the Town.
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198 GRANT STREET., SEWER CHARGES I. LI EU O F BETTE
Upon notion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve sewer
charges in lieu of betterment in the amount of $1,588.08, for property at
198 Grant Streeet, owned by Barry Couette, 5 Raymond Street, Lexington.
CONTRACT 88 -7 -E SIDEWALK RECONSTRUCTION
Upon M0 i ors duly made and seconded, i t, was to execute Contract
#88 -7 -E, in the amount of $33,218.68, awarded on June 2, 1988 to Highway
Paving, Inc, , North Billerica for sidewalk reconstruction.
CH, 90 BOND ISSUE PROJECT
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to execute "Ch. 90
Environmental Punch Lists and Ch. 90 Project Request Forms for resurfacing
of 9,880 linear feet of existing streets In various locations in the Town,
in the amounts of $41 062 for Waltham Stree -� Marrett to Brookside and
$97,938 for Paul Rever Road, Spring Street (Marrett to Hayden).
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5--8 by roll call vote,
Mr. Eddison, Mr. Marshall, Mr. Bailey, Mrs. Smith, Mr. McSweeney, to go into 9=0
Executive Session for discussion of matters of Collective Bargaining
Strategy and of Litigation, with no in tent to resume open session.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 18 :22
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