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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1988-04-BOS-min -41 pmft S 'S Ni to ING \k- April kApril 4, 1988 ! A regular meeting of the Board of Selectznen was held on Monday, April 4, 1988, in the Selectmen's Meeting Roam, Town Office Building, at 7:00 p.m. Chairman Eddison, Mr. Marshall, Mr. Dailey, Mrs. Smith, Mr. McSweeney; Mr. White, Thum Manager; Mr. Cohen, 'Awn Counsel; Mrs. Snow, Executive Clerk, were present. ARTICLES, CAPITAL EXPENDITURES COMMIT= Mfrs of the Capital Dcpenditures Committee met 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 Tam 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 somewhat lower than p.. originally thought. Betterment rate will be decided upon on April 6. SUPPLEMENTARY APPROPRIATIONS, ARTICLE 10 A memo dated 2/23/88 frau the Town Engineer stating the need for a supplementary appropriation for authorized capital improvements (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 Hanscom 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. AFFORDABLE 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 owned parcels: school sites on Young Street; Sutherland Road and Marrett Road plus the Munroe School, regarding their suitability for Town owned housing from an economic feasibility and programmatic 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 then for that use. palm Board members complimented 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. -2- PUBLIC HEARING, N. E. TEL./HARTWELL AVENUE Mr. Eddison opened a Public Hearing on the petition of New England ••.r Telephone Company for permission to install conduit in Hartwell Avenue. Gary Saviano, representing the Telephone Company, 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 Company 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. REFUSE CTION/DISPOSAL 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 lase that since his client's bid had been lower on the five-year basis than Waste Management's, and because of terms stated in the contract document, the contract should be awarded to Vining. Mr. White noted that there had been two unfavorable references from aAia«anities 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 acc,Ata=Jdate these procedures. Board mEmbers agreed that more tine was needed to explore the economic aspects involved. Upon iLIJ Lion 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: C 77 /7Q1/1126-Marion H. now Executive Clerk 1 PEN SELECTMEN'S MEETING April 6, 1988 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 7:00 p.m. Chairman Eddison, Mr. Marshall, Mr. Dailey, Mrs. Smith, Mr. McSweeney; Mr.. White, Town Manager; Mr. Cohen, Town Counsel; Mts. Snow, Executive Clerk, were present. pwTT,TP ROAD BeITEME VT RATE Mr. Eddison noted that the Philip Road betterment rate had been addressed in prior discussions but not concluded. Because of time constraints, he asked the residents present to limit their comments to presentations by no more than two speakers and that the comments 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 1985, 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 commented 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 betterments were to be charged. Motion was made and seconded to assess betterments of $14.34/per 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 customary 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 comp.wmise 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 betterment 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 development at the Field. -2- The Air Force is planning major construction projects totalling 1,000,000 square feet. A large portion of the buildings planned would ...r 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.. Mts. 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 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 S el 's Meeting on March 7, 1988. CATV/IzaTta< TO CONGRESSMAN MARKEY Mr. McSweeney referred to the request of the CATV and CULII«dni.catlons Committee that the Selectmen support the position of the National Association of Teleckalaudnications Officers and Advisors (NATDAO on the impact on unities of the Cable CuLananications Policy Act of 1984, and the introduction of corrective legislation. A draft letter to Congressman Markey, prepared by the Cable Committee, 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 moo for future action by the Board. PROCLAMATION, YOUTH WEEK Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to proclaim the week beginning May 1, 1988 as YOUTH WEEK, as requested by the BPO Elks, Lodge #2204. TRAFFIC IMPROVEMENT DONATION, RAYTHEON Mr. Eddison referred in the requirement in the Special Permit issued to Raytheon Corporation for expansion of its Spring Street facility that the company contribute to funds for traffic and safety improvements in the Spring Street/Hayden Avenue corridor. Pursuant to the 's commitment to do so, a check in the amount of $80,000 had been sent to the Town. Upon notion 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 AGENDA ABATENENTS, WATER, SEWER, DEMAND CHARGES Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to abate Demand Charges in the amount of $1.00; Water Charges in the amount of $22.20; and Sewer Charges in the amount of $24.00, final bills for which had been paid twice by Hilary Harris, 54 Eldred Street. ■ Selectmen's Meeting -3- April 6, 1988 COMMITMENT OF TARTER AND SETCR CHARGES Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve commitment of the following: Final March Water Charges in the amount 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 OLYMPICS BATTLE GREEN - 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 "Torch Run" 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, Commanding 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. 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 adjourn at 7:55 p.m. A true record, Attest: 0474 WCM?:(r---- Marion H. Snow Executive Clerk � g 1 ■••■w SELECTMEN'S NtimaNG April 11, 1988 00 A regr>l a r meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Monday, April. 11, 1988, in the Selectmen's Meeting Roam, Tawn Office Building, at 7:00 p.m. Chairman Eddison, Mr. Marshall, Mr. Dailey, Mrs. Smith, Mr. &Sweeney; Mr. White, Town Manager; Mr. Cohen, Town Counsel; Mts. Snag, Executive Clerk, were present. REFUSE DISPOSAL 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 reccmmended a three year contract to allow maintenance of maximum flexibility if either recycling is approved or a transfer station is constricted by fiscal '92 and that Waste Management of Boston North as lowest and must 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 pm- his client's position that they were the low bidder, and that the wording of the bid proposal, dictated that Vining should be awarded the contract. Mr. Tartarian pointed out that Vining's 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. Cdhen 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, a s recommended by the Town Manager. SIDEWALK tVICE, COrtrz CONNECTION 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 sane 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 Town Manager's approval of Mr. Liff's request. CHANGE ORDER, CONTRACT 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. -2- He requested the Board approval of a $21,500 change order for work to include sealing of all cracks, petraraat 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 ENGLER 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 Minroe School sites appeared to be most favorable frau an economic 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 recommendations and suggested formation o f an ad hoc committee to address the study for that purpose. Regarding the Draft Report on Progress on Affordable Housing, Mr. Eddison felt that a summary 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 toward affordable housing goals. MUTES Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve as presented, the minutes of the Selectmen's Meeting on March 14, 1988. PMMEMEADOWCailhaTTLE Mr. Eddison noted that in the proposed list of membership of the Advisory Committee on Pine Meadows, no Recreation Committee representation had been included. He hoped that the new committee would involve the Recreation Committee in its procedures. Mrs. Marshall, Chairman of the Recreation Committee, asked that the Recreation Committee member be included so that some 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 members. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to appoint the following as members of the Advisory Committee 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 Klauminzer Planning Board David Williams Planning Board Selectmen's Meeting -3- April 11, 1988 Alan M. Levine Neighbor, conservationist Kevin Mire Investment officer Margaret Rawls Town Meeting Member Donald Chisholm Recreation Carmittee As suggested by Mr. Eddison, Selectmen Dailey and Smith agreed to take the responsibility for convening the first meeting of -the Carmittee. The Board also voted to appoint members of the Advisory Board on 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 Hanscan Field Advisory Cc mission. He spoke of the efforts expended by Mr. Barker as a Carmissioner 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 Hanscan Field Advisory Carmnission, effective immediately. QUABBIN AND WARE RIVER WATERSHED PROTECTION Mr. Eddison referred to a memo to the Board f ran Mrs. Smith concerning the request by the MDC for support of Towns within the MWRA area for proposed regulations to protect the Quabbin Reservoir/ Ware River Watersheds. Overuse by dirt bikes and other motorized vehicles, illegal campsites, 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 MDC proposals be sent to the Superintendent of the Quabbin Section, MDC. The letter will include bans on certain harmful recreational activities, and will be based on a draft letter prepared by Mrs. Smith. Upon notion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 7:40 p.m. A true record, Attest: VIA4- 9-4X1W- Marion H. Snow Executive Clerk 16 . f (‘ AG/1 Q (. iii SEE .'S kimr,TING April 13, 1988 VI ' i ' A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Wednesday, April 13, 1988, in the Selectmen's Meeting Roan, Town Office Building, at 7:00 p.m. Chairman Eddison, Mr. Marshall■ Mr. McSweeney; Mr. White, Town Manager; Mt. Cohen, Town Counsel; Mrs. Snow, Executive Clerk, were present. Mrs. Smith and Mr. Dailey arrived later in the meeting. NEW POLICE OFFICERS Chief Furdon 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, STANLEY 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 frau which is transferred to the Town Celebrations Committee budget for use for Patriots' Day, Memorial Day and Veterans' Day observances. p'"". The Chairman expressed the appreciation of the Board for this generous gesture. CLEAN & GREEN '88 CAMPAIGN Mr. Eddison noted the request of David Williams and Charles Wyman 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 BOSTON EDISON PETITION, PROSPECT HILL LOAD 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 Company and Boston Edison Company for the purpose of relocation of five poles on Prospect Hill, on the northerly side going westerly. MAY ivir.maNG SCHEDULE 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 C.'ES, REPORT TO ¶1t N M riNG 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. (t. -2- The written report was to be distributed to Town Meeting members that evening. Gross amount 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-dawn on financial status to Town Meeting on April 25, when it could be presented as completely accurate to date. STR=T OPENING PERMIT FEES Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the commitment of Street Opening Permit Fees in the amounts of $100.00 and $150.00. RECREATION COMMIT 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 Opening Day Parade on Saturday, April 23, 1988, commencing at 9:30 a.m. at Muzzey Park, and to hold Opening Day ceremonies at the Little League Field. Mrs. Smith joined the meeting at that time. WARRANT ARTICLES Mr. Marshall asked for the Boards 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 procedures andpurpose in bonding procedures with the intent to re-amend ..w the Article so as to assess betterments. 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 funding to cover other business districts in Tam i.e. East Lexington and Countryside. Mr. Eddison noted that the East Lexington 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 frau the floor■ increasing the funds to $25,000. Mrs. Smith felt that other areas could be included without increasing the funding for the study. Mr. Marshall said he would agree with Mr. Eddison's view. PINE MEADOW CCv MI'rirrz Mr. Dailey asked for clarification of the charge to the Pine Meadows Committee. The Committee 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 Horses proposal. ••.m 7 Selectmen's -Meeting -3- April 13, 1988 The Committee would be expected to clarify and illustrate the choices open to Town Meeting with respect to Pine Meadows and the adjoining Meagherville school site. /7 A true record, Attest: lidiU1242:CataC— Marion H. Snow { Executive Clerk woe \NV � S "S PmETING April 25, 1988 dj A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Monday, April 25, 1988, in the Selectmen's Meeting Roan, Town Office Building at 7:15 p.m. Chairman Eddison, Mr. Marshall, Mr. Dailey, Mrs. Smith, Mr. McSweeney; Mr. White, Town Manager; Mrs. Snow, Executive Clerk, were present. MINUTES Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve, as corrected, the minutes of the Selectmen's Meeting on March 21, 1988. 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 p""" 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 prove 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. McSweeney 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 T4 TOWN IvizzaING, 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. MUNROE SCHOOL FEASIBILITY STUDY, Al TIC LE 56 Mr. Eddison 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 learned 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 LexHAB's initial request for a study, which they felt was needed. -2- 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 noted that the Engler report does not address what LexHAB wants. He said he would support Article 56. Mr, MbSweeney 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 haw the new study would differ frau the Engler report. She added that there should also be some 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 MEADCM CC dw.L 1'.C:.t 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 Committee on Pine Meadows. It was also agreed that Margaret Schwartz would be welcomed to the Committee as Liaison with the Town Meeting Members Executive Committee, in a non-voting capacity. CONSENT AGENDA OPTION, MC ONE'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, 1988. ELKS FLAG DAY CEREMONY, BATTIK GREEN 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, 1988, 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 recommendation. COMMITMENT OF WATER CHARGES, STREET OPENING PERMIT rrihS 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 $100.00 ump Street opening Permits for March in the amount of $150.00 Selectmen's Meeting -3- April 25, 1988 CONSERVATION RESTRICTIONS Upon notion 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, CHARLES WYMAN Mr. White informed the Board of the resignation of Charles WNman, Conservation Administrator and noted his outstanding performance for the 4 years he has been with the Tan. 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. A true record, Attest: //2(----7/1B//ni icaeter Marion H. Snow Executive Clerk 7/' _2) SELECTMEN'S IlibraaNG )Yi - April 27, 1988 A regular meeting of the Board of Selectman was held on Wednesday, May 27, 1988, in the Selectmen's Meeting Roam, Town Office Building at 7:00 p.m. Chairman Eddison, Mr. Marshall, Mr. Dailey, Mrs. Smith, Mr. NbSweeney; Mr. White, Town Manager; Mr. Cohen, Town Counsel; Mrs. Snow, Executive Clerk, were present. ARTICLE 56, MUNROE FEASIBTTJTY 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 56. 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, LexBAB 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 0.0.0 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 becomes available. It was also felt that that information was needed if any develcpment is planned for the site. Mrs. Smith asked how the proposed study would differ fram 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 LexHAB 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. Eddison said he had been skeptical about the need for the study but, based on information presented by LexHAB at the meeting, he would support it. He advocated limited numbers of affordable housing units on several sites as being most fair and most possible politically. 1/ 02_ -2- Judy Neuman, Director of Arts Lexington & Munroe tenant, asked that Article 56 be considered as the first item of a session so that students and their parents can be present. Mr. Eddison will recommend 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 Commission, 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 under Historic Districts Commission regulations. He reported that the Historical Cammission will move indefinite postponement of Article 49. He explained other measures taken by the Commission to preserve such houses and asked for the support of the Selectmen of their future efforts. EXECUTIVE SESSION Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5 - 0 by roll call vote, Mr. Eddison, Mr. Marshall, Mr. Dailey, Mrs. Smith, Mr. McSweeney, to go into Executive Session for discussion of 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 I .rr