HomeMy WebLinkAbout2009-03-16-TAC-min Transportation Advisory Committee Minutes
March 16,2009
Present: Sara Arnold, Sally Castleman, Elaine Dratch, Francine Stieglitz
Liaison: Richard Canale
Staff: Gail Wagner
Beal Corporation's Traffic Mitigation Ledgemont 3
➢ Sara and Elaine met with Carl Valente and Rob Addelson. The Town has no desire to
modify the Beal mitigation terms. As a Selectmen's advisory committee, TAC may
consider making a statement at the Selectmen's meeting on March 16.
➢ TAC will make a statement. It will emphasize the importance of mitigation funds to
maintain public transit in Lexington. Acknowledge that there are other critical town
needs to be addressed through mitigation, such as infrastructure. Inquire who will ensure
ongoing annual transportation obligations, such as membership in a TMA and commuting
reports. TAC will request updates regarding Patriot Partners' current mitigation
negotiations.
Article 48- TDM agreements mandating Lexpress contribution
➢ TAC supports the intent of the Article, but given the current political climate fears
Lexpress may get caught in the backlash resulting from competing mitigation interests.
➢ Dawn would like TAC's support, but will proceed with or without it.
➢ Dawn has consulted lawyers representing the Town. Two lawyers feel the Article is not
defendable and a third feels it has merit.
➢ Bill Levison has reviewed Dawn's numbers. Bill found them flawed since full interest
cannot be computed in light of annual budget draws that reduce the principal.
➢ Dawn will update TAC on March 17.
Prepared by Gail Wagner, Transportation Services Office, March 17, 2009.
Next TAC meeting March 17, 5:3 0pm, Ellen Stone Room in Cary Memorial Hall.