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SELECTMEN'S MEETING
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July 11, 1988
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Monday,
July 11, 1988, in the Selectmen's Meeting Room, Town office Building, at
7 :00 p.m. Chairman Smith, Mr, Dailey, Mr. McSweeney; Mr. White, Town
Manager; Mr. Cohen, Town Counsel; Mrs. Snow, Executive Clerk were
present.
CLASS I, LEXINGTON SUBARU, INC.
The Board reviewed the application of Charles Arbeene, who was
present, for approval of Class I License for Lexington Subaru.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
application of Charles Arbeene , Autumn Leaf Lane, Westford, MA on behalf
of Lexington Subaru, Inc., 381 Marrett Road, for Class I License to sell
second hand automobiles in conjunction with his Subaru Auto dealership
at that address.
CLASS I, AUTO ENGINEERING, LTD PARTNERSHIP
The application of Auto Engineering by Stephen E. McLane, General
Partner, for approval of Class I License for Auto Engineering, was
reviewed.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
application of Stephen E. McLane, Sole General Partner, Burnham Court,
Manchester, MA, on behalf of Auto Engineering Ltd. Partnership, 436
Marrett Road, for Class I License to sell second hand automobiles in
conjunction with his Mercedes- Benz /BMW dealership at that address.
ABATEMENT, WATER /SEWER CHARGES
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
abatement of Sewer Charges, in the total amount of $1,089.58, and
$229.60; and abatement of Water Charges in the total amount of
$1,123.36, and $212.380
CONSENT AGENDA
COMMITMENT OF CHARGES
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve
commitment of the following fees and charges 's
Street opening Permit fees in the amount of $150.00
Sewer Charges, Estabrook School in the amount of $400.00
Water Charges in the amount of $25.00
Cycle 9 Water Charges in the amount of $55,445.86
Sewer Rental, 2nd Quarter in the amount of $750.00
STREET RESURFACING CONTRACT
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to execute
Contract #89 -1, Street Resurfacing, in the amount of $631,455.00,
awarded on June 20, 1988, to Middlesex Corporation, 17 Progress Avenue,
Chelmsford.
DRAIN CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to execute
Contract #89 -3, Drain Construction, Westview Cemetery, in the amount of
$62,492.35, awarded on June 20, 1988, to C.J. Mabardy, Inc., 50 Mooney
St., Cambridge.
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ONE DAY LIQUOR LICENSE - BOSTON HIGASHI SCHOOL
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
application of the Boston Higashi School for One Day Liquor License for
service of beer and wine at 2618 Mass. Avenue (Maria Hastings School) on
Sunday, July 24, 1988, for 5 to 14 p.m.
ONE DAY 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 Licenses
on July 15, and July 26, 1988, for farewell parties for employees.
MINUTES
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve minutes
of Selectmen's Meetings on May 23, and June 6, 19880
RESIGNATION, CONDO CONVERSION BOARD
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to accept the
resignation of Nathan Becker, 28 Emerson Gardens, from the Condominium
Conversion Board, effective as of June 30, 1988.
Mrs. Smith asked that the newspaper publicize the opportunity for
candidates to fill this position and become involved in Town government.
"LEXINGTON REMEMBERS"
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to give permission
to the Bowman School PTA to sell the school's recent publication
"Lexington Remembers" in the lobby of Cary Hall preceding the TMMA loom
Information session that evening and the Special Town Meeting on
July 13th.
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PINE MEADOWS
The Board reviewed a preliminary report developed by the Planning
Department to show "Characteristics and Impacts of Alternative
Development Schenarios" of the Pine Meadows land. Housing
characteristics and impacts generated by developments since 1980 were
used as a basis for the study. Mr. White noted the extensive amount of
work done by Planning Director Bob Bowyer and his staff with the
assistance of Bill Spencer and Frank DiGiammarino of the School
Department and of the Engineering Department.
Mr. Bowyer reviewed the study which permitted comparison of
different types of dwelling units to project the impact to be expected
under the five options to be considered; Limited Development (Pine
Meadows Committee plan) ; Moore A - Cluster Development of Pine Meadows
only; Moore C3 Cluster Development to include Meagherville; a
conventional subdivision; and No Build. Effects on traffic volume and
financial data and impacts were discussed.
Mr. White noted that construction of affordable housing one the
Meagherville site under the Moore plan C3 would not mean that the Town
would give up ownership of the land. He reviewed data entitled "Town's
Affordable Housing" which showed total construction cost per unit
(including raw land cost) at $213,000. The units would be purchased by
the Town for $100,000 each.
The effect of bond payments on property taxes based on a 10 year,
$11 million bond at 6.75% interest, was outlined by the Manager.
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Mr. White again complimented Mr. Bowyer for an excellent job done
on the Housing Report.
PUBLIC HEARING, EDISON, WALTHAM STREET
Mrs. Smith opened a public hearing on the petition of the Boston
Edison Company for permission to relocate a utility pole on Waltham
Street.
A representative of the Edison Company explained that the work was
necessary to provide electric service to #1010 Waltham Street.
There being no comments in favor or in opposition Mr. Smith
declared the hearing closed.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
petition, plan and order of Boston Edison Company for the purpose of a
grant of relocation for pole 129/127 on Waltham Street, easterly side
approximately 890 feet north of the Waltham /Lexington Town Line and to
approve a grant of location for installation of approximately six feet
of conduit in Waltham Street, easterly, approximately 890 feet north of
the Waltham /Lexington Town Line.
CONTRACT #89 -2 TENNIS COURT
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to award Contract
#89 --2, Resurfacing Tennis Court, to the Middlesex Corporation, 17
Progress Avenue, Chelmsford, in the amount of $61,855.00, as recommended
by the Town Manager.
It was also voted to approve Extra Work Order #1, Tennis Courts
Resurfacing, under Contract #89 -2 with the Middlesex Corporation, for
$25,000.00 as requested by the Director of Public Works.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to award Contract
#89 -15, Skylight Replacement, Muzzey Senior Center, in the amount of
$24,764,00, to Kalwall Corporation, 1111 Candia Road, Manchester, NH, as
recommended by the Town Manager,
CONTRACT #88 -15, SKYLIGHT, MUZZEY
Mr. White referred to a Public Notice to be published on August
11th giving the final filing date for FY90 street petitions and a
schedule of the sequence for FY90 Street Acceptance procedures prepared
by the Town Engineer.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
Legal Notice and FY90 Street Acceptance time sequence schedule, as
presented.
STREET ACCEPTANCE PROCEDURES
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 3 - 0 by roll call
vote, Mrs. Smith, Mr. Dailey, Mr. McSweeney, to go into Executive
Session for discussion of matters of land acquisition, with no intent to
resume open session.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to djourn at 8:02
P.M,
A true record, Attest:
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Executive Clerk
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING
July 13, 1988 .
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A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Wednesday,
July 13, 1988, in the Selectmen's Meeting Room, Town office Building, at
7;30 p.m. Chairman Smith, Mr, Ma rshall, Mr. Dailey. Mr. McSweeney; Mr.
'White, Town Manager; Mr. Cohen, Town Counsel; Mrs, Snow, Executive
Clerk, were present.
PINE MEADOWS
Mrs. Smith noted that all information on the pine Meadows issue had
been reviewed, and asked if Board members wished to state their
positions on the matter at that time.
Mrs. Smith said that after consideration of the features of Mark
Moore's development proposal (und Article 4) vs. the implications of
an override of Proposition 2 �, she was in favor of supporting Mr.
Moore's plan, with continued negotiation concerning the golf course,
open space and affordable housing. She had taken that position in the
light of the need for an override to fund school improvements and other
Town expenses, which she saw as likely in the not too distant future.
Mr. McSweeney was in complete agreement with Mrs. Smith's views.
Mrs. Smith reported that Mr. Eddison, who was unable to attend the
meeting due to illness, had asked her to relay his position in favor of
the Mark Moore proposal. In the event that Article 4 was defeated, he
would support the Pine Meadows Committee's plan (Article 3).
Mr. Dailey said he had some reservations about the Moore proposal
but would generally support it. He would not vote for Articles 2 or 3.
Mr. Marshall was in favor of outright purchase by the Town of the
Golf Course (Article 2) and would vote for an election to decide on an
override. He felt that in future years, the wisdom of the decision to
buy the land would become even more apparent, and would express these
views at Town Meeting. If Article 2 was defeated, he would vote for the
Moore proposal.
Mrs. Smith noted the possibility, depending upon the outcome of the
Town Meeting vote that evening, of the need to meet the following
evening to vote on calling an election for the override of Proposition
2�. Because of the importance of the issues at stake, she felt that Mr.
Eddison, still confined to home, should be in attendance for the
discussion and vote and recommended that the Board's July 13th meeting
be continued on the 14th at Mr. Eddison's home.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn the
meeting to July 14, 1988, at 20 Nickerson Road, 7 Lexinton, at 7.00 p.m.
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A true record, Attest: IkEkF--,
Marion H. Snow
Executive Clerk
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING
July 14, 1988
An adjourned session of the July 13, 1988 regular meeting of the
Board of Selectmen was held on Thursday, July 14, 1988, at 20 Nickerson
Road, Lexington, at 7 :00 p.m. Chairman Smith, Mr. Marshall, Mr.
Eddison, Mr. Dailey, Mr, McSweeney; Mr. white, Town Manager, Mr. Cohen,
Town Counsel; Mrs. Snow, Executive Clerk, were present.
TOWN ELECTION
Mrs. Smith noted the need for the Board's action on a vote to call
an election for decision on an override of Proposition 2 as expressed
in the vote of Town Meeting approving purchase of the Pine Meadows Golf
Course. She noted that four affirmative votes would be required to do
So.
Motion was made and seconded to call a Town Election on Wednesday,
August 17, 1988, to vote on the following question:
"Shall the Town of Lexington be allowed to exempt from the
provisions of proposition two and one -half, so called, the amounts
required to pay for the bonds to be issued in order to purchase (i) the
land shown as Lot 63 on Assessors' Property Map 66 and (ii) the land
shown as Lot 64 on Assessors' Property Map 66, which bonds were
authorized by a vote passed at the July 13, 1988 Special Town Meeting?"
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No
Mr Dailey referred to his previous statement that he would not
support an effort to override Proposition 2 for other than funding of
basic services and said that his position had not changed on the matter.
He noted the possible need for overrides to meet necessary Town
expenses as has happened in other Massachusetts towns and felt that it
would be difficult to get the approval of the voters for a series of
overrides.
He expressed his request for the views of other members but foresaw
financial difficulties for the Town in the future.
Mr. Marshall stated that he would vote to call an election on an
override. He respected the opinion expressed by Mr. Dailey but felt
that the purchase of the land was an unusual case and well worth the
effort form a long range point of view.
He, as well as Mr. Dailey, saw possible trouble ahead relative to
the limits of Proposition 2 but felt comfortable about the immediate
future. He saw increasing pressure in the State Legislature to allow
local taxing options to towns which would relieve the situation for
communities such as Hull and others cited by Mr. Dailey which are now
having difficulties under 2
He restated his support for outright purchase of Pine Meadows with
an election on an override as an appropriate step in the procedure.
Mrs. Smith said she also was sympathetic with Mr. Dailey's views
and shared his concerns regarding subsequent overrides but felt it
necessary to support the override election so as not to disenfranchise
the voters of Lexington. She had hopes that the public will become
educated on the issues faced by towns under 2� and would agree to future
overrides if needed for town services.
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Mr. Eddison also shared Mr. Dailey's concerns relative to funding
of essential services by additional overrides but felt that the voters NNW
have every right to express themselves on the current issue of the
purchase of Pine Meadows. He said that he was still undecided on how he
will vote at an election on the question of override but would support
the calling of an election.
He noted his concern that there will now be no provision of
affordable housing on the Pine Meadows land which he felt represented an
addition to the high cost being paid for the land.
Mr. McSweeney said that he had gone into Town Meeting with many
questions on which Article to support but that after he listened to the
information presented had decided to vote for Article 4.
He felt that an override would impose financial hardships on many
citizens but that it was important to let the final decision on the
matter be made by the voters and would vote in favor of calling an
election.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 4 -- i by roll call
vote, Mrs. Smith, Mr. Marshall, Mr. Eddison, Mr. McSweeney, with Mr.
Dailey voting in the negative, to call an election on Wednesday, August
17, 1988 on the question of shall the Town of Lexington be allowed to
exempt from the provisions of proposition two and one -half, so called,
the amounts required to pay for the bonds to be issued in order to
purchase (i) the land shown as Lot 63 on Assessors' Property Map 66, and
(iii) the land shown as Lot 64 on Assessors' Property Map 66, which bonds
were authorized by a vote passed at the July 13, 1988 special Town
Meeting.
Mr. White noted the need, based on the possible ownership by the
Town of the golf course by mid - September, to implement a search for a
golf club manager. He has made contacts with other communities which
are in that situation to assist in formulating procedures.
He felt that the RFP must be prepared very carefully and asked for
input from the Board as to what type of golf course is wanted and for
definition of what services are to be provided.
He will report further to the Board as the process progresses.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 7:35
P.M.
A true record, Attest: .,
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Executive clerk
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SELECTMEN'S MEETING
July 25, 1988'
A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Monday,
July 25, 1988, in the Selectmen's Meeting Room, Town office Building, at
8:00 p.m. Chairman Smith. Mr. Eddison, Mr. Dailey, Mr. McSweeney; Mr.
White, Town Manager; Mrs. Snow, Executive Clerk, were present. Mr.
Marshall joined the meeting later.
MINUTES
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
minutes of the Selectmen's Meeting on June 20, 1988, as presented.
EXTENSION OF HOURS, SHERATON /LEXINGTON MOTOR INN
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
request of Sheraton /Lexington Inn, 727 Marrett Road, for permission to
extend hours of operation under its Innkeeper Liquor License on June 17,
1389, to 1.00 a.m.
BOSTON PROPERTIES /OLD COUNTY ROAD
The Board reviewed Mr. Eddison's draft letter to Chairman Larkin,
Board of Middlesex County Commissioners, in response to the
Commissioners' denial of Boston Properties' petitions relative to old
County Road and Winter Street in Lincoln. The letter expressed
appreciation for this action and further requested that a proposed MAPC
study of the Winter Street /old Colony Road area be expanded to include
concerns about the protection of the watershed of the Cambridge
Reservoir and the alleviation of deteriorating traffic conditions on
stretches of Rtes 2 and 128 and connecting road systems in the area
towns. Board members were in agreement that the letter to Mr. Larkin be
sent as drafted, with a copy to Senator Barrett of Cambridge.
Mr. Marshall joined the meeting at that time.
SGT. NORMAN CARLSON L.P.D.
Mr. white informed the Board of his intention to nominate Sgt.
Norman S. Carlson, Lexington Police Dept., as Lexington's candidate for
the Mass. Municipal Association's Annual outstanding Employee of the
Year Award.
He read a report from Captain Philip Taylor which outlined Sgt.
Carlson's civic activities, his high performance as a Police officer and
noted his courage and determination in overcoming a serious illness.
Sgt. Carlson thanked the Manager for this acknowledgement and spoke
of his affection for and appreciation to his fellow Police officers for
their support.
Board members endorsed Mr. white's nomination and expressed their
commendations and appreciation to Sgt. Carlson.
P ` . CONSENT AGENDA
LIMO LICENSES
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
application of Ultimate Limousine Service, 30 Forest Street for a
license to provide limousine service in one vehicle, as requested by
David H. Green, Jr.
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Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
application of Copley Limousine Service Inc, 390 Main Street, Suite
204, Woburn, for a license to permit upon any town way in Lexington
where the public has the right of access for twelve vehicles as
requested by Anthony DiFrancesco.
WARRANT, UNLICENSED DOGS
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to endorse a
Warrant to the Animal Control Officer for 554 Unlicensed Dogs in the
Town of Lexington.
APPOINTMENTS, ELECTION WORKERS
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted in accordance with
G.L.C. 54, 5.12, to appoint 55 Democratic Election Workers and 42
Republican Election Workers for terms of office to expire on September
30, 1989.
ARATFMRNTS
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
abatement of Water Charges in the amount of $111.42; of Sewer Charges in
the amount of $252.09; and Demand Charges in the amount of $5.001,
CONTRACT #89-2 TENNIS COURT RESURFACING
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to execute
Contract #89 -2, Resurfacing Tennis Courts, in the total amount,
including 'Work order #1, of $86,855.00. "We
CH. 81 FORMS, STATE AID HIGHWAYS
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to execute a
Notification in Writing of the amount the Town intends to spend in FY89
for constructing, maintaining and policing Town streets, in accordance
with Ch. 81, S.31 of the General Laws, in the amount of $2,557,672.50.
FINAL ADVISORY REPORT, MARRETT ROAD /BEDFORD STREET
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to execute a Final
Advisory Report, Chapter 90 Bond Issue Project on Marrett Road /Bedford
Street, in the amount of $10,000.00.
PURCHASING PROCEDURES MANUAL
Mr. White referred to the Board's FY89 goal of the creation of a
purchasing division to gain the benefits of central control of
purchasing. He outlined the proposed system which will maximize
purchasing opportunities and introduced Jim McLaughlin, Purchasing
Assistant and Joanne Maguire, who had worked with Mr. White and Mr.
Ryan, Comptroller, on preparation of a "Purchasing Procedures Manual ".
A combination of purchasing volume of all Town Agencies i.e. Police
and DPW for gasoline purchasing; all town buildings for heating oil, and
supplies common to all departments, would represent significant savings
per year. Mr. white noted that the relatively low costs for
implementing the system would be more than covered by the saving of
about $100,000 per year, expected.
Mr. Marshall said he endorsed the plan and asked for a report based
on findings of Dept. Heads at the Fy90 Goal Setting meeting of the
savings realized.
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He also requested that the potential for central stores be explored.
New and local area vendors will be contacted and informed of the
new process to encourage their participation.
Ms. Maguire and Mr. McLaughlin, who were present, reviewed the
"Formal Basis of Operation ". "Purchasing Procedures" and "Bidding
Procedures" as set forth in the Manual.
Mr. White commended them for their work in the setting up of the
system and the preparation of the Manual.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
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Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5 - 4 by roll call
vote, Mrs. Smith, Mr. Marshall, Mr. Eddison, Mr. Dailey, Mr. McSweeney,
to go into Executive Session for discussion of negotiations relative to
real estate, with the intent to resume open session.
Chairman Hays, and LexHAB members Derby, Eagle and Wilson were
invited to stay for the discussion.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to return to open
session at 9:10 p.m.
MUZZEY CONDOMINIUMS
Mr. Hays, LexHAB Chairman, reviewed a July 1st letter to the
Selectmen which contained a series of proposals for adjustment to the
resale price ceiling as it now appears in deeds for Muzzey condos. The
adjustment to the 4% annual resale price increase would allow for
recouping of costs to repair design faults, repairs and certain
restoration projects. He noted that LexHAB had met with the owners in
June for discussion of draft recommendations on the subject. Final
recommendations to the Selectmen, including some as suggested by the
owners, were then prepared and copies distributed to the owners. Many
of the owners were present for review, with the Selectmen, of the
recommendations.
Mr. Hays reviewed the proposed adjustment formula and outlined the
types of work and expenses which it would cover, including roof repairs,
heating system defects and sealing of windows, mortgage charges and
fees, engineering fees and costs, legal charges and fees, and, on a
case -by --case basis. heat pump components, design or structural defects
in the envelope of units; water damage from roof leaks.
Eric Michelson, Chairman of the Muzzey Condominium Trustees, was
asked for an estimate of the total amount necessary to complete the
repair work. He listed the various projects which would cost in the
range of $800,000.
Mr. Hays estimated an approximate amount of $2,350 over the resale
cap for 1-- bedroom units and about $3,500 for larger units.
Mr. Dailey calculated that about 1% for every $50,000 in costs
incurred, would be added to the original purchase price.
Mr. Michelson referred to individual concerns of unit owners and
the efforts of LexHAB and the Trustees to work with them. He noted that
the final paragraph in the draft document would cover defects which may
be discovered at a later time and, in that case, that the Selectmen may
be asked for further relief for the owners.
Mr. Michelson reported on the efforts of the trustees in exploring
financing options with the owners and with banks.
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Regarding future individual requests, as mentioned by L.'r. Hays, he
saw the possibility of defects, such as asbestos, being discovered, and
which are not covered in the proposal.
William Sullivan, Vice Chairman of the Trustees, voiced opposition
to retaining the resale cap which he`felt denied owners the flexibility
to deal with the needed repairs on their own. He felt that the owners
had been placed in an unfair situation, that the building had many
serious problems throughout and was not what the buyers had been led to
expect in a new development. He saw a worst scenario figure of
$1,500,000 for repairs.
Mr. Marshall pointed out that owners do have the option of selling
their units if they are unwilling or unable to share in the repair
costs.
Darryl Battin noted that financial impacts would vary depending on
the number of members in a family and that the option of moving would
not be possible for some who would have no place to go if they sell.
She felt that some owners may have bought elsewhere if the amount of the
additional assessment had been foreseen.
Kristin Sumner said she had known about the 4% cap when she
purchased her unit and realized that it cannot be lifted in the interest
of keeping Muzzey affordable. She supported the LexHAB proposal but was
concerned about interest charges which are not included as recoverable.
Mr. Marshall referred to the experience with sale and resale
procedures for the Hancock School condo units on which there had been no
resale price cap and which very quickly escalated in price, removing
them from the "affordable" range. He said that the Town is committed to
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keeping Muzzey affordable and retaining the resale price cap.
Mr. Hays suggested and addition to the proposal in view of the fact
that costs involved for some items are still unknown or not firm. He
asked that the phrase "subject to the approval of LexHAB or the Board of
Selectmen" be added to items I -A and I -C through I -F.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve
adjustment of the resale price formula for Muzzey condominium units as
proposed by the Lexington Housing Assistance Board, and as amended by
Mr. Hays.
Mr. Hays agreed, in response to a question from the Board, that in
most cases, adjustments for defects peculiar to individual units would
be addressed by LexHAB.
Mrs. Smith observed that the need for future discussions on Muzzey
problems was obvious since that night's action by the Selectmen did not
solve all problems and concerns, and that further meetings would be
scheduled.
She asked that unit owners remember that LexHAB and the Selectmen
will continue to work as a team and give their best efforts to resolving
the concerns of the residents.
Mrs. Smith thanked LexHAB members for their untiring efforts
through the years to fulfill their responsibilities regarding Muzzey and
address problems which have developed there.
Mr. Marshall saw the Board's action as a first step in that
direction,
In individual cases where the financial structure of the assessment
would impose hardship, he felt that assistance would be available,
however, he saw the possible requirement for asset tests, which had not
been included at the time of original purchase.
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ORDER OF CONSTRUCTION, PHILIP ROAD
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the
Order of Construction for Philip Road, a distance of 1,500 feet, more or
less, from Rockville Avenue to Worthen Road East, as laid out by the
Selectmen and as shown upon a plan entitles "Plan of Philip Road,
Lexington, Mass." dated December 21, 1987, Francis X. Fields, P.E., Town
Engineer,,
MINUTE MAN NATIONAL PARK, HAYWARD AVENUE
Mr. White reported on the meeting of Mrs. Smith, Mr. Eddison and
himself with Mr. Nash, Minute Man National Park Superintendent, at which
the General Management Plan, which included proposed acquisition of the
Hayward Avenue neighborhood, was discussed. The Manager spoke of
alternative plans to this proposed landtaking which had been proposed to
Mr. Nash, and, in the light of the proposed closing of old Massachusetts
Avenue, alternative access for the Hayward Avenue residents.
Mrs. Smith stressed the importance of settlement of the Hayward
Avenue issue before the November 1 deadline on comments on the General
Management Plan.
Mr. Eddison said he felt confident that the Hayward Avenue problem
would be worked out satisfactorily, although Mr. Nash was not able to
make an absolute commitment on the matter before decisions are made in
Washington.
A letter expressing the opposition of the Town to the plan as it
stands with regard to Hayward Avenue, and offering opportunity for
discussion of an easement along old Mass. Avenue, will be sent to Mr.
Nash by Mr. White, with a copy to Hayward Avenue residents.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at
10:25 p.m.
A true record, Attest:
Marion H. Snow
Executive Clerk