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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1988-10-BOS-min 1 0 ono SELECTMEN'S PittTNG Al October 17, 1988 ti A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held on Monday, October 17, 1988, in the Selectmen's fleeting Roam, Town Offices, at 7:30 p.m. Chairman Smith, Mr. Marshall, Mr. Eddison, Mr. Dailey, Mn MbSweeney; Mr. White, Town Manager, Mr. Cohen, Town Counsel, Mrs. Snow, Executive Clerk, were present. PUBLIC HEARING, BOSTON GAS COMPANY Mrs. Smith opened the public hearing on the petition of Boston Gas Company for permission to install a gas main in Waltham Street. A representative of the company explained that the work is necessary to provide service to Brookhaven Life Center, 1010 Waltham Street. There being no further cuLiaLcmts in favor or in opposition, Mrs. Smith declared the hearing closed. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the petition, plan and orders of Boston Gas Company for the purpose of a grant of location for installation of approximately 975 feet of 4 inch gas main in Waltham Street, as recommended by the Director of Public Works and Engineering, Richard E. Spiers. PUBLIC HEARING BOSTON EDISON COMPANY Mrs. Smith opened the public hearing on the petition of Boston PIN" Edison Company for permission to install conduit in Edison Way. Carol McManus, representing the Edison Company explained that the work is necessary to provide electric service to a newly constructed building at 1709 Mass. Avenue. There being no further comments in favor or in opposition, Mrs. Smith declared the hearing closed. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the petition, plans and orders of Boston Edison Company for the purpose of a grant of location for installation of approximately 80 feet of conduit in Edison Way, northeast of Mass. Avenue thence turning and running easterly, a distance of about 135 feet, as recLamm.nded by the Director of Public Works and Engineering, Richard E. Spiers. HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE COMMaTT= REPORT Chief Bergeron was present for review with the Board of the report of the Hazardous Waste Systems Review ammittee, which, he reported, has worked to develop policies and procedures as mandated by federal law. He introduced members of the committee which included the Town Manager, Elizabeth Banks, Peter Torrode, Richard Spiers, Phani Raj, George Smith, Paul Furdon, and Pauline Burke. He referred to the report, the purpose of which is to outline the policies and procedures necessary to identify and lessen or remove the threat to public health and safety that may result frau an accident or release to the environment involving hazardous materials. He further explained that the resources of industry, local, state or federal government may be required to cope pmm with such a situation, dependent on the magnitude of the area threatened. Of local industries contacted, he noted that 150 had responded and these responses had been reviewed under the requirements of the federal government and DEQE. /./ 5- Selectmen's Meeting _3- October 17, 1988 Mr. Kent noted that the visual impact of the proposed 17,000 to 18,000 sq. ft. facility had been an area of concern to neighbors. The owe height of the building and design of the exterior will be changed in response to that input. The building will accommodate a youth ministry and Mr. Kent listed the activities and times during the week of the uses planned. He referred to the previous function of the Old Belfrey Club, formerly on that site, and plans to transfer the Club's activities to the new facility. Mr. Kent stated that Town lease of parking spaces on site can be continued on weekdays and that it is not Grace Chapel's intent to shut off the practice. He said he would be happy to work with the Town on that issue. In response to concerns about the size and placement of the building in relationship to other area structures, a sketch will be prepared. Mr. Kent will have that information ready for presentation to interested Town Boards and Committees. A traffic study, concluding no major impact has been submitted with Grace Chapel's application to the Board of Appeals. Mr. Kent noted that a shuttle bus service to alleviate traffic conjestion will be implemented. He stated that an alternate location would be considered on the basis of a land swap, if a suitable lot could be found. Mr. Marshall, with reference to the parking issue, felt that private owners should not be expected to solve the Town's problems, although help with the problem would be welcomed. moo Mr. White stated that he saw need for comprehensive review by Town Boards of the plans of the Church, rather than information given on a piecemeal basis. He mentioned issues still not addressed such as the future use of the building, should Grace Chapel wish to give up the Youth Center and asked for cammitment to the stated use. He advised a Covenant to transfer the building to the Town if the traditional use was to be discontinued. He added that he would also want to discuss the tax exempt status of the facility before the November 17th Board of Appeals hearing. Mr. Kent said that the Church might give the Town first option to purchase, at market value, but would not be agreeable to giving the facility to the Town. Don Olson, Design Advisory Committee member, reported on his cammittee's discussion of the scale of the proposed structure in relationship to existing area buildings. Mr. Olson showed elevation and site plans and photos and made comparisons of existing buildings with the proposed facility with regard to bulk and scale. He noted that the Grace Chapel building will be sited in such a way that it will be very dominant in the area. Mr. Kent listed the positive impact the facility will have and its benefits to the youth of the Town and asked that these aspects of the proposal be considered, as well as the negative concerns which had been brought up. Further meetings with Town Boards were planned, to be scheduled when complete information is ready and all requested plans have been mad prepared. I . wax -2- Lt. Torrode, L.F.D. reported that of the responding industries, only 7 or 8 had shown levels of hazardous materials on site, sufficient to require risk analysis, as specified by EPA, and outlined procedures followed to deal with various levels of concern. Chief Bergeron stated that the committee is now attempting to get local plans in place and in future will work toward coordination of planning for emergency situations and use of equipment with neighboring towns. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve, as a general concept, the policies and procedures set forth by the Hazardous Substance Systems Review Committee, with the understanding that as need and experience dictate, they may be revised or moderated. Dr. Raj, Environmental Scientist, was introduced by Chief Bergeron. Dr. Raj'S company had worked to develop a computer program to aid the committee in responding to requests for information by the Federal Government. Chief Bergeron accepted the discs, on behalf of the committee and thanked Dr. Raj for his valuable contribution as a member of the committee. Mrs. Smith noted that citizen involvement as shcin in the committee and its work contributes in large measure to the greatness of Lexington as a town. MINUTE MAN NATIONAL HISTORIC PARK G.M. DRAFT PLAN psis Mr. Eddison referred to the November 1 deadline by which to respond to the Draft General Management Plans for the Minute Man Park and suggested a meeting with the Planning Board to attempt to develop a unified response to the Park Service on the plans. Mr. Eddison had reviewed the October 13 draft position statement of the Planning Board on the draft plan and referenced several items in the statement which he felt should be revised or expanded upon. He reported that Hayward Pond Assoc. had expressed its discomfort with the Planning Board's response on the matter of volunteer or friendly acquisition of residential land. Mrs. Smith referred to interface with the Hayward Pond neighbors and the Board's opposition to landtaking by the Park Service. She felt that the Town's efforts to oppose any takings should be continued. Mr. Marshall questioned the takeover of the "Battle Road" to convert it from a modern road to its original state and whether it might be better to disagree with the general concept now. Mr. Eddison, in the light of his work to date with the Park Service, felt that an attractive and mutually rewarding historical area could be recreated in the Park. The matter will be further discussed prior to the Nov. 1st deadline. GRACE CHAPEL/OLD BELFREY LOT PROPOSAL George Kent, representing Grace Chapel, was present for discussion 10_. of plans for construction of an education/recreation center at Forest and Muzzey Streets, as proposed by the Church. Mr. Kent stated that he was not prepared that evening to make a formal presentation of plans but would be glad to give a progress report on steps taken to modify the plans to reflect suggestions by area residents. New plans were expected to be completed during that week. -11/ -A- TAXI RATE INCREASE tom Mr. White referred to the request of Ronald Bonney of Arlex Taxi Corp. for a meter rate increase. Rates charged in surrounding towns were listed. Mr. Bonney had asked that Lexington rates be consistent with those charged in Arlington. Mrs. Smith noted that the request had came from only one of the two cab companies licensed in the Town. Julian Hermann, Suburban Diamond Taxi, expressed his opposition to the rate hike, stating that his purpose is to provide transportation which is inexpensive enough to increase business. Mr. Marshall felt that rather than establishing a uniform rate under the Town's Taxi Rules & Regulations, a meximum rate should be voted to allow for competition between the companies. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to table action on the request for taxi rate increase and to schedule a Public Hearing to amend the Taxicab Rules and Regulations. Mr. Cohen will provide information as to whether a maxim= rate would be allowed under State law. MINUTES Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve as presented, the minutes of the Selectmen's meeting on September 14, 1988. Action on the minutes of the September 26 Executive Session, held at 7:30 a.m. , was tabled. WARRANT, STATE ELECTION moo Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to sign the Warrant for the November 8, 1988, State Election. RESIGNATION, TOWN CELEBRATIONS COMMIT.= Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to accept the resignations of Nancy Cannalonga, 120 Kendall Road, and Jerry Hagerty, 17 Capt. Parker Arms, as regular members of the Town Celebrations Committee, and of Mary Ann McKenna, 47 Bridge Street, member of the Town Celebrations Subcommittee, effective immediately. ANNUAL APPOINTS Mrs. Smith read a list of appointments/reappointments to be considered and noted the request fran Mrs. Battin, Lexington Center Committee Chairman, that her committee be expanded to include two members fran the surrounding neighborhoods who have no Lexington Center business connections. Mrs. Battin had also asked that the area under the aegis of her committee be expanded. Mr. Marshall expressed opposition to inclusion of neighbors at that level of the decision making process, and felt that they might have negative views on proposals being considered. He said he would vote against expansion of the committee. Mrs. Smith noted that the L.C.C. feels strongly that viewpoints of neighbors should be heard when issues are being considered. Mr. McSweeney referred to the fact that of the current membership, several with Lexington Center business connections are also neighbors. mom Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve reappointments to committees, as follows: Selectmen's Meeting -5-- October 17, 1988 e Police Manual Policy Committee (1 -yr. term) Term Expires William J. Dailey, Jr. , 1 Bushnell Drive 9/30/89 William C. Hays 39 Locust Avenue 9/30/89 two Gerald L. McLeod 71 Spring Street 9/30/29 Edith Flynn 32 Watertown Street 9/30/89 Paul E. Furdon, Staff Lexington Police Dept. 9/30/89 Fair Housin9 Committee (1 -yr. term) Gerri C. Weathers 14 Drummer Boy Way 9/30/89 Robert Pressman 22 Locust Avenue 9/30/89 Muriel M. Spence 171 Burlington Street 9/30/89 Leona Martin 19 Thoreau Road 9/30/89 William T. Spencer 32 Hancock Street 9/30/89 Vidya Bhatia 8 Nickerson Road 9/30/89 Florence A. Baturin 11 Alcott Road 9/30/89 James R. Brannon 380 Lowell Street 9/30/89 Albert Huang 9 Freemont Street 9/30/89 Lexin9ton Center Committee ( 3-yr. term) Norma R. Bogen 13 Barberry Road 9/30/91 Carla V. Fortmann 5 Harrington Road 9/30/91 Marian M. Powell 33 Forest Street 9/30/91 Town Celebrations Committee (3-yr. term) Charles T. Hyde 97 Maple Street 6/30/91 Winston E. Flynn 32 Watertown Street 6/30/91 000, Paul W. Jenkins 19 Childs Road 6/30/91 Regarding the expansion of the geographical limits of the area of concern of the Lexington Center Committee, motion was made and seconded to expand it to include the area between the Woburn Street and Harrington Road intersections with Mass. Avenue and Forest Street. The motion did not carry, and the item was tabled. Mrs. Battin will be invited to explain further the reasons for the requests for expansion of the committee and the limits beyond the Center to be included in the committee's considerations. DESIGN GUIDELINES CONSULTANT Mr. White referenced the written recommendation of the Design Advisory Committee that the contract for development of Design Guidelines for Lexington be awarded to David Dixon and Associates and proposed that he make the award consistent with D.A.C. findings. Mr. Eddison suggested that the Selectmen properly would make that award and moved to authorize Mr. White to proceed with contracting the Dixon firm. The motion was seconded, and so voted. REEVALUATION PROCESS Mr. White noted State requirement for update of municipal property values every three years and outlined the procedures to be followed during FY89 to catiply with that requirement. Residential property is to be revalued by staff and Pak commercial/industrial property by R.M. Bradley. BROOKSIDE AVENUE TRAFFIC SIGNAL Mr. White referred to a letter received from Jane Garvey, Commissioner of Public Works regarding signalization warrant requirements for Brookside Avenue/Waltham Street, which states the need for a gap study for a school crossing which can only be measured during A.M. or P.M. peak hours, without the presence of a crossing guard. 141 -6- He reported that Louis Berger & Associates, Traffic Engineers, have completed field work for this project and will submit a draft report in __ early November. If the warrants are satisfied, the design of the traffic signals will begin immediately, with construction planned in April 1989. WOOD STREET SIDEWALK PETITION Mr. White noted the petition of Wood Street residents for construction of sidewalk between Bates Road and the Katandin Woods development and the MEM from Francis Fields, Town Engineer, on the matter. Mr. Fields estimates that the cost to fill the gap of sidewalk on Wood Street, a distance of 445 feet, would be $75,000 and recommended, that the project be postponed until the road is being resurfaced in FY91, following water main installation. Mr. Marshall requested a priority list for installation of sidewalks in the Town. FIRE STATION REROOFING CONTRACT Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to award Contract #89-6, Reroofing Fire Department Headquarters, in the amount of $15,478.00, to the lowest bidder, D & S Roofing & Sheet Metal Company, Inc. P.O. Box 86, Webster Square Station, Worcester, MA, as recommended by the Director of Public Wbrks/Engineering. ACTING TOWN MANAGER Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was votecrto ratify the appointment of Deborah B. Radway, Assistant to the Town Manager, as moo Acting Town Manager for the period beginning Saturday, October 22, through Saturday, November 5, 1988. The Selectmen welcomed Ms. Radway as Mr. White's Assistant and congratulated her upon her appointment. RECYCLING PROGRAM Mr. White gave a brief report on the initial collection of recyclable material, noting that there had been higher than expected participation. He noted that problems encountered by Crinc in the first week of the program had been due to the Columbus Day holiday & a 4-day week and the high response by residents. CRinc plans to add another truck to ensure prompt pick-up. MAC DONALD DEED, LACONIA STRLta: As requested by Town Counsel, the Board executed a Deed conveying certain land at Laconia Street to Douglas H. and Wanda I. MacDonald, 454 Lowell Street. CONSENT AGENDA CHURCH OF OUR REDEEMER Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the request of the Church of Our Redeemer for permission to carry sandwich Boards in Lexington Center advertising its annual Fall fair, to be held on October 29, 1988. moo /-40 pan Selectmen's Meeting -7- October 17, 1988 CARY LIBRARY CONTRACT Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to ratify the poll vote of Jacquelyn Smith, John Eddi son, and Leo McSweeney awarding Contract in the amount of $7,400. to D. K. Foote Co. , 777 Main St., Malden, Ma. , for work on the Cary Memorial Library. ONE DAY LIQUOR LICENSE, ARMENIAN SISTERS Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to ratify the poll vote on October 5, 1988, to approve the request of the Armenian Cultural & Educational Association for One Day Liquor License on October 8, 1988. COMM IST, SEWER CHARGES Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve commitment of the following charges: Cycle 9 Sewer Charges in the amount of $53,839.45 Sewer Service Rental, Hanscom Field, 3rd quarter in the amount of $750. APPOINTMENT OF BATTLE GREEN GUIDES Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve applications for licenses as Battle Green Guides, to expire on June 30, 1989, for: Senior Guides Lynn Harris 70 Middle St. Sandor Zapolin 46 Asbury St. Christopher Harris 19 Woodland St. Rohit Sakhujar 50 Turning Mill Rd. Elizabeth Rabkin 40 Wyman Rd. Junior Guides Nathaniel Zimmer niner 3 8 Hancock St. James Kuaal 18 Highland Ave. Heather Hammond 80 East St. Anjan Mukherjee 40 Winter St. ABATEMENT OF SEWER CHARGES Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve abatement of Sewer Charges for 8 Rangeway Road, in the amount of $139.36. CONTRACT #88-16A, MUZ ZEY Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to execute Contract #88-16A, Improvements at Muz z ey Senior Center, in the amount of $14,580, awarded on SEptember 14, 1988, to Fairway Company, Inc. SELECTMEN/PLANNING BOARD NlrxriNG Mrs. Smith announced that the Selectmen's Meeting scheduled for October 24th would be held at One Cranberry Hill, Lexington. The Board will meet with the Planning Board for discussion of means whereby the wok Town's s goals for affordable housing may be pursued and attained. EXECUTIVE SESSION Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 5 - 0 by roll call vote, Mts. Smith, Mr. Marshall, Mr. Eddison, Mr. Dailey, Mr. McSweeney, -8- Nose go into Executive Session for discussion of matters of collective bargaining and litigation, with no intent to resume open session. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 11:05 p.m. A true record, Attest: ion H. Sici Executive Clerk mai 2 000 SELECTMEN'S limn:A:NG f October 31, 1988 4 A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmdn was held on Monday, October 31, 1988, in the Selectmen's Meeting Roan Town Office Building, at 7:30 p.m. Chairman Smith, Mr. Marshall, Mr. Eddison, Mr. Dailey, Mr. McSweeney; Ms. Radway, Acting Town Manager; Mr. Cohen, Town Counsel; Mrs. Snow, Executive Clerk, were present. ANNUAL APPOINTMENTS Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to appoint the following as regular members of the Town Celebrations Committee, for terms to expire on June 30, 1991: Dawn E. McKenna 2564 Mass. Avenue Marilyn N. McWeeney 503 Concord Avenue It was also voted to appoint the following as members of the Town Celebrations Subccumittee, for terms of office to expire on June 30, 1989: Adrienne Della Penna 25 Mason Street John Hayden 4 Davis Road L.C.C. EXPANSION OF LIMITS Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to extend the geographical area of concern of the Lexington Center Committee to vim include land on Mass. Avenue from its intersection with Woburn Street to its intersection with Harrington Road, extending on the southwest side of Lexington Center to Forest Street. L.C.C. EXPANSION OF MEMAti<SHIP Motion was made and seconded to enlarge the membership of the Lexington Center Committee fram nine to eleven as requested by its Chairman, Margery Battin. The committee had felt that inclusion of residential neighbors, with no Center business connection, would provide necessary input and had asked if it could be done on a one year trial basis. Mr. Marshall said he would not vote for enlarging the committee. He saw neighbors' involvement in the early stages of proposed Center projects as a possible detriment to progress with their implementation and pointed out other opportunities in the process for their input and expressions of concern. Mr. Eddison said he was not unsympathetic with Mr. Marshall's view but would vote to go along with the enlarged committee structure for a year. Mr. Dailey saw the committee's role as exploration and initiation of improvements in the Center. He felt that if the committee became too broad based, its efforts may become stultified before they could get going. He said he would vote against the requested enlargement. Mr. MbSweeney noted that the committee has mid-day meetings and that even with the current 9-member structure, the meetings tend to become extended. He said, hover, that if the committee feels that the addition of members would be beneficial, he would go along with it on a one year basis. -2- Mrs. Smith spoke of the importance to the committee of awareness of the positions of all involved and impacted by Center related proposals mr, and felt that adding neighbors would not necessarily dilute efforts for improvements. She felt that a dimension not now present could be added and favored trying it for one year. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted 3 - 2 with Mr. Marshall and Mr. Dailey voting in the negative, to approve on a one year trial basis, expansion to eleven of the membership of the Lexington Center Committee. L.C.C. APPOINTMENT Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to appoint Fay Bussgang, 2 Forest Street, and Morton G. Kahan, 44 Hancock Street, as members of the Lexington Center Camiittee for terms of office to expire on September 30, 1989. H.F.A.B. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN Mr. Eddison referred to a letter to Colonel Seifert, Commander, dated November 4, 1988 expressing the views and concerns of the four HATS towns on the plans for major construction at Hanscom Field. The letter had requested a meeting of representatives of the four towns and top officials of the airbase, ESD, Mitre and Lincoln Lab for discussion of the issues in question. Colonel Seifert's answering letter, received October 25, 1988, had not responded to the HATS request for a four town meeting, but stated plans for a briefing session with the Town of Bedford'in November. Mr. Eddison had prepared a draft response to Colonel Seifert, ammo reiterating the 11/4 request and asked that the Board approve the letter. Approval from the other three towns had also been requested. It was agreed that four towns should have the opportunity before Air Force plans progress further and that the Board should proceed as indicated in Mr. Eddison's draft. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve the draft letter to Colonel Charles Seifert, H.F.A.B Commander, as presented. CONSENT AGENDA TRAFFIC ITEM, RONGONE, BLOOMFIELD buatezT Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to refer the request of Alfred Rongone, 63 Bloomfield Street for installation of a "No Parking" sign to the Traffic Safety Advisory Cartnittee for review and recommendation. COMMITMENTS Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to approve Commitment of the following charges: Street Opening Permit fees, August $ 487.00 Street Opening Permit fees, September $ 393.00 Water Charges, final bills, September $1,459.38 Sewer Charges, final bills, September $1,514.52 MARRraT ROAD, 25% DESIGN HEARING Mrs. Smith reported on the October 19th meeting on the 25% design plans for construction and improvements to the Marrett Road, Mass. Avenue intersection, held by the State D . j Selectmen's Meeting -3- October 31, 1988 All present had expressed favor with the plans but concerns were expressed about the two-year completion date projected. In the interest of safety, interim improvements had been suggested. It was agreed that efforts should be continued to promote improvements as quickly as possible to ensure the safety of motorists. HOUSING PintalAG Mrs. Smith announced that a meeting of the Selectmen with all Boards, Committees and Town agencies concerned with efforts toward the provisions of affordable housing has been scheduled for Monday, November 21st, at 8:00 p.m. in Estabrook Hall. RECYCLING UPDATE Ms. Radway reported on progress with the Town-Wide Recycling Program, started on October 3rd. The first month of residential pickup grossed nearly 128 tons of recyclables or about 10% of all collected waste. Richard Spiers reported on the Town office Building recycling program. He informed the Board that the collection folders had been installed for each of the 70 desks and estimated that about ilb. a day of recyclable material is discarded by each worker. The Town will share with CRinc revenue generated by about 10 tons/year. Amy Wagner of the Waste Management Task Force will meet Superintendent of Schools Dr. Geiger, for discussion of School participation in this proylaw. Mr. Marshall suggested Chamber of Commerce involvement in encouraging the partici mit -4- Mr. Eddison had prepared a draft cover letter to accompany the Planning Board's and Conservation Ccmmission's Position Statements, which covered points on which the Selectmen and Planning Board had differing views. Selectmen were in agreement that this letter should be sent, if the Planning Board did not choose to revise its statement. Referring to the Park's proposal for extension of the Park lands to include Hayward Pond area residential land, Mr. Dailey expressed his disfavor with the Planning Board's October 17th recommendation that the Park Service give consideration to voluntary and friendly acquisition of these residential properties, over time, as the owners decide to sell them, noting the emotional impact to homeowners of such a procedure. Mr. Eddison said he saw no need to disturb the integrity of that neighborhood, and suggested that screening could be used to preserve the historic ambience of the Park. He asked that the Planning Board be aware of the impact on people and their neighborhoods under this sort of a plan. He added his compliments on the excellent preparation of the position paper. Mrs. Smith said she has seen the adverse affects to a neighborhood when neighbors gradually leave and saw no need to destroy it when there is no overriding need. The Planning Board then returned to its office for further deliberations on its position. The Selectmen continued to discuss other aspects of the statement. Regarding the proposed relocation of Rte. 2A, Mr. Marshall noting that it is a busy road, said he did not feel comfortable with the concept and did not support it. He added that the Conservation Commission had also expressed its opposition. He said he felt that it would be a poor use of federal money. Mr. Eddison said he felt that the re-creation could be accomplished within limits, to show visitors what it had been like to live and fight in Revolutionary War days and if even part of the relocation could be implemented it would enhance the Park Service's capacity to recreate the 1775 ambience realistically. He said he saw that potential and asked for the Board's support. Mrs. Smith said she would endorse the relocation of certain sections of 2A if cost and environmental issues allowed. Motion was made by For. Marshall and seconded by Mr. Dailey to amend paragraph a. of the Selectmen's draft letter to the Park Service to reflect opposition to the concept of the relocation of Rte. 2A. It was voted 3 - 2 to retain the paragraph as presented, with Mrs. Smith, Mr. Eddison and Mr. McSweeney voting against the motion. The motion did not pass. Regarding paragraph c. which stated that the Town will continue to work in cooperation with the Park Service to mutually satisfactory solutions to issues involved in the plan, Mr. Marshall referred to past attempts by the Town to work with the Park Service in formulation of plans for improvements to Rte. 2A. He pointed out that at that time, mow the Park Service had not been cooperative with respect to a possible land swap. He felt that, with respect to the Rte. 2A relocation, modern needs, as well as historical needs, need to be considered, and that the Park Service should now begin to work cooperatively with the Town. Mr. Dailey asked that that view be conveyed to the Part Service. Selectmen's Meeting -5- October 31, 1988 Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to accept as prepared by Mr. Eddison, the Selectmen's letter to the National Park Service regarding the Draft General Management Plan for the Minutemar, National Historical Park. Mrs. Smith thanked the hayward Pond area neighbors for their effective efforts in procedures for opposing possible takings of land in that area. Later in the evening, the Selectmen were informed that the Planning Board had voted to withdraw from its position statement the recommendation that the Park Service give consideration to voluntary and friendly acquisition of residential properties in the Hayward Pond area, and to substitute the recommendation that no adverse results be realized in that neighborhood. HAZARDOUS HOUSEHOLD WASTE COLLECTION Vs. Padway reported on the successful October 29th Hazardous Household Waste Collection. 700 people had participated vs. 380 in the 1987 collection. 84 barrels of oils, chemicals and other hazardous materials had been removed, plus an additional 7 barrels of batteries. A great number of paint cans had been dropped off and ways are being sought to find a safer, more cost effective way of disposal. She noted that including costs of advertising and promotion, the !MIS collection had cost $2-3,000 over the $30,000 appropriated. Sane aspects of the program that must be evaluated before the '89 collection were location, allowable materials, traffic flow and hours of operation. It was noted that in the early hours of the day, there had been a one-hour wait because of a traffic back-up. Ms. Radway complimented George Smith for his work in coordinating the project in conjunction with the efforts of the League of Wbmen Voters and the D.P.W. Mr. Marshall observed that Lexington is a forerunner in recycling and spoke of the Town's efforts providing an example for other cum/amities. Upon notion duly made and seconded, it was voted to send letters of appreciation to George Smith, D.P.W. , DEQE and any others who assisted in making the collection day a success. MS. Radway suggested that the Town's effort be spotlighted at the 1989 Annual Town Meeting. SMOKING, CARY HALL Ms. Radway noted George Smith, Health Director, had asked for direction regarding the question of complete restriction of smoking in Cary Hall. She recommended that the Selectmen voted to prohibit smoking at any time in Cary Hall but might consider designating one roam for smoking during Town Meeting. Upon motion duly made and seconded, it was voted to ban smoking at any time in the Cary Manorial Building. SWENSON/ALLEN HOUSE MOVE MS. Radway reportthat the Swenson/Allen house had been successfully moved in five hours time that day, after several days of delay due to utility line relocation problems. The efforts of Frank Fields in assisting the new owners were especially noted. ow / 47 -6- mow EXECUTIVE SESSION Upon motiondulymade and seconded, it was voted 5 - 0 hy roll call vote, Mrs. Sid th Marshall, Mr. Eddison, Yr. Dailey, Mr. IvicSweenev, to go into Executive Sessicn for discussien of natters of possible litigation and land negotiations, with no intent to resume open session. Upon motion duJy rrede and seconded, _it was Nicted to adjourn at 9:44 A true record, Attest: p/A4 c,/kefm- Executive Clerk