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S 'S MEETING
April 4, 1988
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A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Monday.
April 4, 1988, in the Selectman's Meeting Roam, Town office Building, at
7:00 p.m. Chairman Eddison, Mr. Marshall, Mr. Dailey. Mrs. Smith, Mr.
McSweeney; Mr. White., Town Manager; Mr. Cohen . Town Counsel; Mrs . Snow,
Executive Clerk, were present.
ARTICLES, CAPITAL EXPEMITURES COMMITTEE
Mfrs of the Capital Expenditures Cc omittee meet with the Board
for di scus s ion of several warrant articles and clarification of the
reasoning behind the proposals.
PHILIP ROAD ARTICLE 22
Sheldon Spector asked for a better understanding as to why the
Board is proposing acceptance of Philip Road, which had not been
supported by the Town Manager.
It was explained that the Selectmen had taken this view because of
the long wait by residents for acceptance and the deterioration of the
Road, caused in part by use as school bus routes. It was also noted
that construction costs are now estimated to be samwhat lower than
originally thought. Betterment rate will be decided upon on April 50
SUPPI ARV APPRDPRIATIONS, ARTICLE 10
A mew dated 2/23/88 fran the Town Engineer stating the need for a
supplementary appropriation for authorized capital impro is (sewer
rehabilitation) was noted. It was explained that the low bid received
for the work was $150,000, requiring $50,000 in extra funding,
CONSERVATION FUND, ARTICLE 14
Mr. Eddison, who will present the Article at Town Meeting,
explained the reasons for the Board's support of the acquisition of the
railroad spur land at Hanscam Field, which Lexington and Bedford have
agreed to purchase jointly. It was felt that purchase of the land by
Massport would supply access for further development of Massport land.
,AFFORDABIE HOUSING FEASIBILITY STUDY
Robert Engler of Stockard and Engler was present to give an
overview of the draft "Affordable Housing Feasibility Study" prepared by
his firm. The study presented data on three town awned parcels: school
sites on Young Street; Sutherland Road and Marrett Road plus the Munroe
School, regarding their suitability for Town awned housing from an
economic f eas ibi lity and programttiatic viewpoint.
The report covered issues such as site analysis, density, financial
feasibility and policy issues. Mr. Engler felt housing developments
would be possible on all sites after attention had been given to prepare
them for that use.
Board members camplim,ented Mr. Engler on the excellence of the
report, which it was felt was helpful and readable, but saw the need for
-- an in -depth study by LexHAB or the Housing Authority and further
discussion of the report with the Selectmen.
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PUBLIC BEARING , N. E. TEL. A VENUE
Mr. Eddison opened a Public Hearing on the petition of New England
Telephone Company for pe to install conduit in Hartwell Avenue,
Gary Saviano, representing the Telephone Campany, explained that
the work is necessary to provide service to the Katandin W ods
development,
There being no statements in favor or in opposition, the : Chairman
declared the hearing closed.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
petition, plan and orders of New England Telephone and Telegraph Compan
to lay and maintain approximately 58 feet of conduit on the southerly
side of Hartwell Avenue starting at manhole 54/302 going in a
southwesterly direction to concrete pad.
RZE FFUUSE C'I'ION /DISPOSAL
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Mr. White reported that bids had been opened on March 23rd for the
collection, transportation and disposal of solid waste. Six bidders had
responded and two of those were chosen for interviews; Vining Disposal
Service and Waste Management of Boston North . He noted that there had
been very little difference between bid proposals from the two firms,
submitted for three -and five -year contracts. Based upon information
provided on past performance history, financial stability, performance
supervision and experience with recycling, Mr. White and the
interviewing panel recommended that a five year contract be awarded to
Waste Management of Boston North at a bid price of $3,501,234.
Attorney Kenneth Tatarian. representing Vining Disposal, stated
that since his client's bid had been lower on the five --year basis than
Waste Management's, and because of terns stated in the contract
document, the contract should be awarded to Vining.
Mr. White noted that there had been two unfavorable references from
c served by Vining, and that there was language in the
contract documents which gave him authority to select a second lowest
bidder based on his evaluation of qualifications.
Discussion continued on the savings to be realized with the
implementation of a recycling program and construction of a transfer
station within five years. Mr. White said that upon mutual consent the
contract price could be adjusted to acca modate these procedures.
Board members agreed that more time was needed to explore the
ecomanic aspects involved.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to table award of
the rubbish collection contract to April 11. at 7:00 p.m.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 7:50
p.m.
A true record,, Attest: r
Marion H , now
Executive Clerk
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S ' S N 1'ING i
April 6, 1988 :.
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A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Wednesday,
April 6. 1988, in the Selectmen's Meeting Room, Town Office Building, at
7:04 p.m. C hairman Eddison, Mr. Marshall, Mr. Dailey, Mrs. Smith, Mr.
McSweeney Mr. White, Town Manager; Mr. Cohen, Town Counsel; Mrs. Snow,
Executive Clerk, were present.
PHILIP ROAD B KiTTEMMMT RATE
Mr. Eddison noted that the Philip Road bettennent rate had been
addressed in prior discussions but not concluded. Because of time
constraints, he asked the residents present to limit their carirnents to
presentations by no more than two speakers and that the camnents be
brief.
Vicky Schwartz, who acted as spokesman, listed the concerns of
abuttors. She noted that the 20 --year old subdivision street had never
been accepted because of substandard construction although the bond had
been released by the Town. She said that residents had not been aware
of the street's status until 1984. In 198% Philip Road was laid out as
a Public Way, but the Warrant Article was withdrawn because of budget
limitations. Mrs. Schwartz referred to deterioration of the road
because of heavy use by School buses and felt that residents had a
legitimate claim to have the street constructed and accepted with a
token betterment.
One resident ccm anted that if residents had been aware that the
street was not acceptable, they could have brought action against the
developer in 1971. He said residents felt that the Town should either
bring the road up to standards or post it as a "Private Way ".
Mr. White explained the purpose and procedures involved in the
bonding process, adding that the Town accepts no responsibility for
daily inspections of road construction. He pointed out that Philip Road
does not meet Town standards at this time and felt that a dangerous
precedent would be created if no bet is were to be charged.
Motion was made and seconded to assess betterments of $14.3 41per
frontage foot (or 50% of construction cost) for construction of Philip
Road,
Mr. Dailey said he would be willing to vote for the 50% rate rather
than the cust 90% rate in view of circumstances, but would not
approve of any procedure which would make it appear that the Town is
responsible for the Philip Road situation. Mrs. Smith felt the
ctprw ase was fair since the road is used as access to the Bowman
School by school buses.
Motion having been duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve
a bettenrent rate of $14.34 per frontage foot for construction of Philip
Road.
HANSCOM FIELD
Mr. Eddison reported on his and Mr. White's March 29th visit to
Hanscom Field for discussion with Generals Chubb and Nelson of Air Force
plans for devel t at the Field.
The Air Force is planning major construction projects totalling
1, 000, 000 square feet. A large portion of the buildings s would ...r
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be located in Lexington: a 500,000 sq. foot expansion of Lincoln Lab; a
265.000 sq, foot Mitre Corporation facility. Mr. Eddison also reported
on Air Force plans for two additional office buildings . •
Mrs. Smith noted that the Air Base is one of the fastest growing
facilities in the region, and that the Field's water and sewer
infrastructure is poorly maintained. She felt that steps should be f
taken to ensure improved maintenance if Lexington is to continue to sell
the Air Force water under the current arrangement.,
MINUTES
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve as
presented the minutes of the Selectmen's Meeting on March 7 , 1988,o
CATV/ TO CONGRESSMAN MAIUM
Mr. McSween referred to the request of the CATV and
Cammni cations Canmittee that the Selectmen support the position of the
National Association of Teleca munications O fficers and Advisors (NATDA)
on the impact on catanunities of the Cable Catinunications Policy Act of '
1984, and the introduction of corrective legislation. A draft letter to
Congressman Markey,, prepared by the Cable Camtittee had been submitted
to the Selectmen,
Mr. Marshall agreed that the Congressman should be aware of
Lexington's views on the effects of deregulation, but was not in favor
of sending the letter as drafted. Mr. Marshall will revise the letter omm
for future action by the Board,
PROCIAMATION, YOUTH WEEK
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to proclaim the
week beginning May 1, 1988 as YOUTH WEED as requested by the BPO Elks,
Lodge #2204.
TRAFFIC IIMPF40VEMENT DONATION o , RAIN
Mr. ison referred in the requirement in the Special Penni.t
issued to Raytheon Corporation for expansion of its Spring Street
facility that the campany contribute to funds for traffic and safety
is Vz ovements in the Spring Street/Hayden Avenue corridor. Pursuant to
the 's canmitment to do so, a check in the amount of $80,004 had
been sent to the Town.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to accept the
$80,000 contribution from Raytheon Corporation to be deposited by the
Town Treasurer in the Spring Street/ Hayden Avenue Traffic Improvement
account.
CONSENT A CENDA
■ WATER, SEWER, DEMAND CHARGES
Upon motion duly made and seconded. it was voted to abate Demand
Charges in the amount of $1.00o Water Charges in the amount of $ 2 2.2 0 ;
and Sewer Charges in the amount of $24,00, final bills for which had
been paid twice by Hilary Harris, 54 Eldred Street.
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COMMITMENT i
OF WATER AND SEWER CTMRGES
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve
cammitment of the following
Final March Water Charges in the mount of $612.72
Final March Sewer Charges in the amount of $642.80
Miscellaneous Water Charges, April, in the amount of $25.00
1st Quarter Sewer Service rental, Hanscom
SPECIAL OLY PICS GIMM
Mr. White reported on the request by General Skaff of Fort Devens
for use of the Battle Green on April 15 for torch lighting ceremonies
beginning a "Toroth Run's preceding the Massachusetts Special Olympics to
be held at Fort Devens from April 15 to 17. The 11:00 a.m, program on
the Green would last about 30 minutes.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the use
of the Battle Green on April 15, 1988, at 11:00 a.m, for a torch
lighting ceremony, as requested by Major General Joseph J. Skaff,
Cmr anding General,, Fort Devens.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5 - 0 by roll call
vote ■ Mr. Eddison, Mr. Marshall, Mr. Dailey. Mrs. Smith, Mr. MOSureeney,
to go into Executive Session for discussion of matters of litigation,
with no intent to resunne open session.
Upon motion duly made and seconded,
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A true record, Attest:
it was voted to adjourn at 7:55
Marion H. Snow
Executive Clerk
S IFT EC 7M N S G
April 11, 1988
.A regular meeting of the Board of Se lectamen was held on Monday,
April. 11, 1988, in the Selectmen's Meeting Roam, Town office Building,
at 7:00 p.m. Chaixman Eddison, Mr.. Marshall, Mr. Dailey, Mrs. Smith,
Mr, McSweeney Mr. White., Town Manager; Mr. Cohen,, Town Counsel; Mrs.
Snow, Executive Clerk, were present.
REFUSE DIS POSAL CONTRACT
Mr. White reported on his conclusions regarding the Refuse
Collection Contract award. He referred to potential savings to be
realized fram future recycling and construction of a transfer station.
He recarinended a three year contract to allow maintenance of maxirrmun
flexibility if either recycling is approved or a transfer station is
constructed by fiscal 1 92 and that Waste Management of Boston North as
lowest and most qualified bidder be awarded a three year contract in the
amount of $2,042,361 for Base bid 1 and alternate 1A.
Motion was made and seconded to award a three year contract for
Refuse Collection and Disposal to Waste Management of Boston North, in
the amount of $2,042,361.00.
Attorney Tartarian, representing Vining Disposal Service presented
�- his client's position that they were the law bidder, and that the
wording of the bid proposal, dictated that Vining should be awarded the
' contract. Mr. Tartarian pointed out that Vi ning Is bid, taking recycling
into account, was lower than Waste Management's.
Mr. Cohen noted that the recycling data requested had been only for
informational purposes. Regarding language in the bid document which
Mr. Tartarian had questioned, Mr. Cohen said that the relevant statute
refers only to buildings and public works construction projects., not
waste collection. He believed that Waste Management's bid was camrplete
and proper and could be properly awarded to them.
Motion having been made and seconded, it was voted to award the
three- -year contract for collection, transport and disposal to Waste
Management of Boston North, 22 N. Maple St., Woburn ■ in the amount of
$2,042 ■ 361, as recaunended by the Town Manager,
SID 3MIK SERVICE, COFFEE LION
Mr. White reported on the request of Stephen Li f f , General Manager
of the Coffee Connection for a sidewalk cafe permit and his intention as
Manager to approve the request subject to the same conditions as
prevailed in 1987. The rent per month for this use of the sidewalk
would be raised from $75.00 to $100,00.
There were no objections to the Tlawn Manager's approval of Mr.
Liff's request.
CE3MCE ORDER, CONTRACr 88-1., STREET PAVING
Mr. White informed the Board that new posts for the Center Field
basketball courts had been installed by DPW work crews and that paving
of the courts is scheduled for mid-May, He noted an extension of
inplace bid price for street resurfacing by Hiway Paving for work on the
basketball court reconstruction project.
He requested the Board approval of a $21,.500 change order for work to
include sealing of all cracks, petromat placement, paving, coloring and r
lining of the court.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve Change
Order #2 under Contract #88-1, Street Paving, with Hiway Paving. Inc . ,
in the amount of $21,500.00
ENG M REPORT & PLANNING BOARD HOUSING REPORT
Planning Board members Martha Wood, Ellie Klauminzer, David
Williams. Karsten Sorensen and Planning Director Robert Bowyer met with
the Board for discussion of the draft Affordable Housing Feasibility
Report by Stockard & Engler and the Planning Boards Report on Progress
on Affordable Housing.
Mr. Eddison asked for the planning Board's reaction to the findings
of the Engler report. He noted that the Young Street and Nbnroe School
sites appeared to be most favorable fran an econanic standpoint.
Mr. Marshall thought it was good documentation of various
alternatives but that he had not reached any conclusions at that point.
He felt it would be premature to ask Town Meeting to make any decision
now without specific reccmendations and suggested f omation of an ad
hoc ccnnittee to address the study for that purpose.
Regarding the Draft Report on Progress on Affordable Housing, Mr.
Eddison felt that a sLurimary was needed to give a sense of what is being
proposed. He pointed out that the "bricklayers' proposal" had not been
included.
Mrs. Wood noted that the Planning Board feels that the report
represents a first step taward affordable housing goals.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve as
presented, the minutes of the Selectmen's Meeting on March 14, 1988
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Mr. Eddison noted that in the proposed list of membership of the
Advisory Committee on Pine Meadows, no Recreation cammittee
representation had been included. He hoped that the new cammittee would
involve the Recreation Camnittee in its procedures.
Mrs. Marshall,, Chairman of the Recreation Cannittee . asked that the
Recreation Ccmdttee mimber be included so that same recreational
facilities, other than areas for walking, might be included in a
development proposal for Pine Meadows ,
Donald Chisholm was added to the list of proposed s.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to appoint the
following as meambe~rs of the Advisory Czardttee on Pine Meadows:
William J. Dailey, Jr. Board of Selectmen
Jacquelyn. R. Smith Board of Selectmen
Joseph W. Angelo Neighborhood representation
Roger Borghesani Neighborhood representation
Nancy Madden Neighborhood representation
Lisa Baci Conservation Commission
Marshall Derby Real Estate Developer
Eleanor Klauma.nzer Planning Board
David Williams Planning Board
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Alan M. Levine
Kevin McGuire
Margaret Rawls
Donald Chisholm
Neighbor, conservationist
Investment officer
Town Meeting Manber
Recreation Committee
As suggested by Mr. Eddison, Selectmen Dailey and Smith agreed to
take the responsibility for convening the first meeting of the
Committee,
The Board also voted to appoint members of the Advisory Board cn
Pine Meadows as Special Municipal Employees,
RESIGNATION, H. F.A.C.
Mr. Eddison noted a letter of resignation received from Peter
Barker, Lexington's representative on the Hanscom Field Advisory
Commission. He spoke of the efforts expended by Mr. Barker as a
Commissioner and asked for suggestions as to his replacement.
Mrs . Smith left the meeting at this time and did not participate in
the discussion because of her involvement with Massport.
Upon motion duly made and seconded. it was voted to accept with
regret the resignation of Peter Barker as Lexington representative to
the Hanscom Field Advisory Commission, mission, effective immediately.
QUABBIN AND WARE WA PF40TECTION
Mr. Eddi son referred to a memo to the Board from Mrs. Smith
con g the request by the MDC for support of Towns within the MWRA
area for proposed regulations to protect the Quahbin Reservoir/ Ware
River Watersheds, overuse by dirt bikes and other motorized vehicles,
illegal camrrpsites, disposal of hazardous substances and the use of
motorboats at the Quabbin Reservoir and Ware River areas were noted as
having adverse affects on water quality.
Mrs. Smith suggested that a letter expressing the Board's view in
support of the NDC proposals be sent to the Superintendent of the
Quahbin Section, NDC. The letter will include bans on certain harmful
recreational activities, and will be based on a draft letter prepared by
Mrs. Smith.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 7:40
p.m.
A true record, Attest:
Marion H. Snow
Executive Clerk
S te' . ' S MEETING .
April 13, 1988 ,
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Wednesday,
April 13, 1988, in the Selectmen's Meeting Roam, Town Office Building .
at 7:00 p.m. Chairman Eddison, Mr. Marshall, Mr. McSweeney; Mr. White,
Town Manager; Mr. Cohen, Town Counsel; Mrs. Snow. Executive Clerk, were
present. Mrs. Smith and Mr. Dailey arrived later in the meeting.
NEW POLICE OFFIC.ERS
Chief F urdon was present to introduce Dana Ham and Paul Callahan,,
newly appointed as Police Officers. Captains Kilmartin and Taylor also
were present. Chief Furdon spoke of the high grades received by the men
at the Police Academy and his expectations that they will be a credit to
the Lexington Force. Members of the Board welcomed the two Officers and
offered congratulations on their accomplishments.
GIFT, STA M HILL POST
Neil Cronin, representing Stanley Hill American Legion Post #38
presented the Board with a check for $2,000.00 to be added to funds in
the American Legion Trust Fund,, the interest from which is transferred
to the Town Celebrations Committee budget for use for Patriots' Day,
Memorial-Day Day and Veterans' Day observances,
The Cha irman ri expressed the appreciation of the Board for this
generous gesture.
CLEAN & '88 CAMPAIGN
Mr. Eddison noted the request of David Williams and Charles W
for the Board's endorsement of the 1988 Clean and Green Campaign. The
campaign is scheduled for two weeks, starting April 23 with
participation by various volunteer groups on conservation lands and
school grounds.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to endorse the
1988 Clean & Green Campaign, to be coordinated by Mr. Williams and Mr.
N.E. TEL & TEL AND B0ST0N E DISON PETITION, PR0SPECT HILL PDAD
Frank Fields, Town Engineer, was present to explain the petition of
the Telephone and Edison Companies for relocation of five utility poles
on Prospect Hill, necessary to accommodate construction of sidewalk. A
Public Hearing on the petition was not required.
Upon motion duly made and seconded. it was voted to approve the
petition, plans and orders of the New England Telephone and Telegraph
Ccmpan and Boston Edi son Company for the purpose of relocation of five
poles on Prospect Hill, on the northerly side going westerly.
MAY MEETING A
It was agreed that Selectmen's Meetings would be held on May 2, May
4 , May 9, May 16, and May 23, subject to change if necessary to
coordinate with Town Meeting Sessions.
AVAILABLE LANCES ■ REPORT TO MW •_ G
Mr. White reviewed his report to Town Meeting dated April 11 on
available funds as of that date taking into consideration moneys
allocated and Articles pending or up for reconsideration.
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The written report was to be distributed to Town Meeting rs that
evening. Gross mount to be raised and expected revenues each amounted "r'
to $53,841,000.
Mr. Dailey joined the meeting at that time.
It was agreed it would be better to give a run -down on financial
status to Town Meeting on April 25, when it could be presented as
completely mpletely accurate to date.
STREET OPENING PERMIT FEES
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
camnitment of Street opening Permit Fees in the amounts of $100.00 and
$150.00.
1 CREAT2ON COMMI OPENING DAY
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
request of the Recreation Committee for permission to conduct its annual
Openin Day Parade on Saturday, April 23, 1988, canwncing at 9:30 a.m.
at Muzzey Park, and to hold g Day ceremonies at the Little League
Field.
Mrs. Smith joined the meeting at that time.
NARRANT ARTICLES
Mr . Marshall asked for the Board s position on acceptance of Philip
Road. Mrs. Smith proposed postponement of reconsideration of Article 22
until after the vacation week to allow time to clarify the Town's
P I�-� g procedures and se in bonding procedures with the intent to re-amend ..w
the Article so as to assess bettexinents,
Regarding the Planning Board's Article on small lots, Mr. Marshall
and Mr. Dailey both opposed the concept proposed.
DESIGN GUIDELINES, ARTICLE 34
Michael O'Sullivan, Chairman of the Appropriation Committee, was
present for discussion of the proposed Design Guidelines for Lexington
Center, - He reported that his committee would support extension of the
Guidelines both in scope and founding to cover other business districts
in Town i.e. East Lexington and Countryside.
Mr . Eddison noted that the East n Association would like to
expand the scope at this time rather than waiting to see results in
Lexington Center only. He said that if the Board concurred, he would
agree with this expansion and would invite a motion from the floor ■
increasing the funds to $25,000.
Mrs. Smith felt that other areas could be included without
increasing the fwnndmig for the study. Mr. Marshall said he would agree
with Mr. Eddison Is view.
PINE MEADOK CC4II
Mr. Dailey asked for clarification of the charge to the Pine
Meadows Committee. The Commit will be charged with preparing one or
more alternate plans for use of the Pine Meadows site for Town Meeting
to consider and compare with the Moore Hones proposal.
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The Car mittee would be expected to clarify and illustrate the choices
open to Town Meeting with respect to Pine Meadows and the adjoining
Meagherville school site.
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Executive Clerk
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SFT S b=ING
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April 25 , 1988
A regular meeting of the Board of SeleAren was held on Monday,,
April 25, 1988, in the Selectmen's Meeting Roan, Town Office Building at
7:15 p.m. Chairman Eddiso n. Mr. Marshall, Mr. Dailey, Mrs, Smith,, Mr.
McSweeney; Mr. White, Town Manager; Mrs, S now, Executive Clerk, were
present.
MINLTfES
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve, as
corrected, the minutes of the Selectmen's Meeting on March 21, 19 88.
Mr. Marshall abstained from voting due to his absence at the March 21st
meeting.
The Board also voted to approve the minutes of the meeting on March
28, as presented.
PHILIP ROAD ARTICLE 22
Regarding the betterment rate for Philip Road, the Chairman
proposed the option of presenting the Selectmen's decision on a
betterment rate under Article 2.
Mr. Dailey was concerned that a precedent would be set indicating
Town responsibility in keeping track of construction of subdivision
streets, He noted his request for a list of other unaccepted streets
used by school buses. Mr. Marshall stated for the record that in no
sense did the Town bear that responsibility.
Mr. Marshall felt that reconsideration should be moved before
asking the Town Manager to report on bonding procedures and then move to
assess betterments,
Mrs. Smith agreed that the record should be clear that the Town has
no responsibility over construction procedures but preferred to have the
debate before moving reconsideration. Mr. McSweene agreed that all
information was needed up front.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to ask Mr. Dailey
to move for reconsideration, working out procedures with the Moderator,
followed by the Town Manager's report and then debate.
REPORT TO TOM MEET ING, FINANCIAL STATUS
Mr. White gave an overview of his updated report on the status of
allocated funds and on articles pending or to be reconsidered, as of
April 25, 1988. The report was to be given at that evening's session of
Town Meeting.
,MUNRO SCHOOL FEASIBILITY �Y, 5
Mr. ison asked for resolution as to the Board's position on
Article 56, Munroe School Feasibility Study, as proposed by LexHAB. He
said that he didn't feel that he could support the study at this time in
the light of what has been 1 from the Engler Report. He also
pointed out the issue of the current tenants at Munroe.
Mrs. Smith said she would support neither a feasibility study for
housing or other use.
Mr. Marshall felt that the Board should keep in mind LexHkBIs
initial request for a study, which they felt was needed,
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LexHAB had not been in favor of inclusion of Munroe in the Engler
report. He agreed that the current use at Munroe is important, but vow
noted that the Engler report does not address what LexHAB wants. He
said he would support Article 56.
Mr, McSweeney agreed with Mr. Marshall based on 's statement
that the Engler report does not supply sufficient information for a
recommendation
Mr. Marshall moved to support Article 56.
Mrs. Smith said more information was needed from LexHAB as to how
the new study would differ frcm the Engler report. She added that there
should also be scene understanding on procedures to handle the issue of
displaced tenants.
Mr. Marshall withdrew his motion and moved to table further
discussion until April 25, to which LexHAB will be invited.
PINE MEADOW CCbNITZTEE
Mr. Eddison noted that in the list of candidates for appointment to
the Advisory Committee on Pine Meadows, he had not included
representation from. Cedar Street . He proposed that Ione Garing be
appointed to fill that vacancy.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to appoint Ione
Garing, 157 Cedar Street as a member of the Selectmen's Advisory
Com mittee on Pine Meadows.
It was also agreed that Margaret Schwartz would be welcomed to the
Cmuittee as Liaison with the Town Meeting Members Execu Committ
in a non - voting capacity. saw
CONSENT A GENDA
OPTION, MOONE'Y PROPERTY
Upon motion duly made and seconded,, it was voted to execute a
document to exercise the option to purchase the Mooney property shown on
Property Map 30 as Lot 37, as specified in the option dated April 1,
1988. Under the terms of the option, title to the land is to pass on or
before June 9 19880
ELKS FIAG DAY CEREMONY , BA TTIK GRJEEN
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
request of the B . P . O. E . Elks, #2204, for use of the Battle Green to
conduct Flag Day Ceremonies on Tuesday, June 14, 1985 at 7:00 p.m.
TRAFFIC ITEMS
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to refer the
requests of Katherine B. Stuart, 32 Vinebrook Road, and Cheri Smith,
56 Vine Street ■ to the Traffic Safety Advisory Committee for review and
recammendation,
COMMITMENT OF WATER CHARGES,, Sn= OPENING PERMIT FEES
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve
commitment of the following,
Cycle 9 Water Charges for April in the amount of $48,229.69
Street Opening Permits for February in the amount of $100.0 ,,,
Street opening Permits for March in the ar� xmt of $150.00
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CONSERVATION RESTRICTIONS
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve
Conservation Easements on the following parcels
North Street, Manganello land
Pheasant. Brook Estates, Lots 22 and 25
RESIGNATION,
Mr. White informed the Board of the resignation of Charles Wyman,
Conservation Administrator and noted his outstanding performance for the
4 years he has been with the Town. Board Viers agreed that he has
done an excellent job for the Commission and will be sorely missed.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 7:58
P.m.
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April 27, 19 8 8
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A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmn was held on Wednesday,
May 27, 19 8 8 , in the Selectmen's Meeting Room, Town Office Building at
7.00 p.m. Chairman Eddison, Mr. Marshall,, Mr. Dailey. Mrs. Smith. Mr.
Nb ey ; Mr . Wh ite , Town Manager; Mr . Cohen, Town Counsel; Mrs. Snow,
Executive Clerk, were present.
ARTICLE 56 MUNROE FEASIBILITY STUDY
Members of LexHAB were present for further discussion of the
proposed feasibility study of use of Munroe School for affordable
housing.
Mr. Marshall noted that at the Board's April 25th meeting, a
majority had supported Article 564, At that time, Mrs. Smith had asked
that LexHAB provide the text of its motion on Article 56 and give a
better idea of what information, in addition to that given in the Engler
Report, was needed.
Mr. Hays ■ LexHAB Chairman, presented a draft motion in two parts,
Prepared by him requesting Town Meeting approval of a study on the
feasibility of
1. Conversion of the building
2. New construction on the Munroe site
Regarding the present tenants of Munroe and the problems presented
regarding that issue, Mr. Hays said that LexHAB would not wish to evict
them but would want information on the use of the building for housing
if, in the future, it becames available, It was also felt that that
information was needed if any development is planned for the site.
Mrs. Smith asked haw the proposed study would differ f ran the
section on Munroe in the Engler Study., Mr. Derby said that the Engler
Study provided only an overview and that more specifics would be needed
for submission to Town Meeting,
Mrs. Smith questioned the need for study of Munroe at this time
when three other potential sites exist. Mr. Derby noted that LexMB is
aware of the Town's commitment to its housing goals and feels that
Munroe represents the best of the options being considered.
Mr. Marshall said that since LexHAB has its own funds which can be
spent when authorized by the Selectmen, Town Meeting approval of the
expenditure was not really required. He felt that more information on
Munroe is necessary. He pointed out that other sites being considered
will be subject to strong neighborhood opposition.
Mrs. Smith said that neighborhood opposition to Munroe for housing
must also be expected, noting the proximity of the Muzzey development.
She was not opposed of housing at Munroe in the future, but favored use
of other sites at this time.
Mr. Dailey felt that if the study is not approved, it would
eliminate Munroe from consideration for housing in the future, which he
thought was unfair.
Mr. Eddi son said he had been skeptical about the need for the study
but, based on information presented by LexHAB at the mee ting, he would
Y support it. He advocated l numbers of affordable housing units on
several sites as being most fair and most possible politically,
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Judy Neuman, Director of Arts Lexincrton & Munroe tenant, asked that
Article 55 be considered as the first item of a session so that students
and their parents can be present. Mr. Eddison will recammend this
procedure to the Town Moderator,
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 4 to 1 to support
Article 56 for the feasibility study of housing at the Munroe School.
Mrs. Smith voted in the negative.
ARTICLE 49 ■ HISTORIC DISTRIC'T'S
Roland Gubisch, Chairman of the Historical Ccmnission, was present
for discussion of Article 49 which proposed to extend the Historic
Districts to include nine outlying houses considered to be historically
significant. Mr. Gubisch noted that of 30 structures catalogued in a
recent study, nine had been built before 1790 and are located outside of
existing Historic Districts. Article 49 would protect these houses by
placing them wader Historic Districts Camiission regulations.
He reported that the Historical Ccm fission will move indefinite
postponement of Article 49. He explained other measures taken by the
C=mission to preserve such houses and asked for the support of the
Selectmen of their future of forts .
IVE SESSION
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5 - 0 by roll call
vote, Mr. Eddison, Mr. Marshall, Mr. Dailey,, Mrs. Smith, Mr. McSweeney,
to go into Executive Session for discussion of matters of land
negotiation and litigation, with no intent to resume open session.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 7:55
p,m.
A true record, Attest:
Marion H. Snow
Executive Clerk
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