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June 6, 2022
11 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Present: Jill Hai, Douglas Lucente, Joseph Pato, Suzanne Barry, Mark Sandeen
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Water and Sewer Finals and Commitments
Approve the Consent Agenda, with the addition of the Chief Equity Officer to the COLA list
VOTE: Upon a motion duly made and seconded, by roll call, the Select Board voted 5-0 to approve the Consent Agenda, with the addition of the Chief Equity Officer to the COLA list.
From the minutes
“VOTE: Upon a motion duly made and seconded, by roll call, the Select Board voted 5-0 to approve the Consent Agenda, with the addition of the Chief Equity Officer to the COLA list..”
Review and Approve Request for Stormwater Regulation Amendment
Accept the stormwater regulations as presented to ensure compliance with the EPA MS4 permit
VOTE: Upon a motion duly made and seconded, by roll call, the Select Board voted 5-0 to accept the stormwater regulations as presented to ensure compliance with the EPA MS4 permit.
From the minutes
“VOTE: Upon a motion duly made and seconded, by roll call, the Select Board voted 5-0 to accept the stormwater regulations as presented to ensure compliance with the EPA MS4 permit..”
Akame Nigiri and Sake, 1707 Massachusetts Avenue #2
Approve the application from M Block LLC d/b/a Akame Nigiri and Sake located at 1707 Massachusetts Avenue #2 for a Restaurant Wines and Malt Beverages Liquor License for 7 days/week 11:00am-12:00...
VOTE: Upon a motion duly made and seconded, by roll call, the Select Board voted 5-0 to approve the application from M Block LLC d/b/a Akame Nigiri and Sake located at 1707 Massachusetts Avenue #2 for a Restaurant Wines and Malt Beverages Liquor License for 7 days/week 11:00am-12:00 midnight, and, once the application has also been approved by the ABCC, issue a Restaurant Wine and Malt Liquor License to M Block LLC d/b/a Akame Nigiri and Sake, 1707 Massachusetts Avenue #2 And further, to approve a Common Victualler License for M Block LLC d/b/a Akame Nigiri and Sake, 1707 Massachusetts Avenue #2 for the hours of 5:00pm to 10:00pm Tuesday through Thursday and 5:00pm to 11:00pm Friday and Saturday.
From the minutes
“VOTE: Upon a motion duly made and seconded, by roll call, the Select Board voted 5-0 to approve the application from M Block LLC d/b/a Akame Nigiri and Sake located at 1707 Massachusetts Avenue #2 for a Restaurant Wines and Malt Beverages Liquor License for 7 days/week 11:00am-12:00 midnight, and, once the application has also been approved by the ABCC, issue a Restaurant Wine and Malt Liquor License to M Block LLC d/b/a Akame Nigiri and Sake, 1707 Massachusetts Avenue #2 And further, to approve a Common Victualler License for M Block LLC d/b/a Akame Nigiri and Sake, 1707 Massachusetts Avenue #2 for the hours of 5:00pm to 10:00pm Tuesday through Thursday and 5:00pm to 11:00pm Friday and Saturday..”
Discussion on American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and Requests for Additional Funding
Approve the use of ARPA Funds in the amounts of up to $10,000 for a ramp at 15 Depot Sq., $50,000 for non-profit business grants, and $25,000 for the purpose of redeveloping the Economic...
VOTE: Upon a motion duly made and seconded, by roll call, the Select Board voted 5-0 to approve the use of ARPA Funds in the amounts of up to $10,000 for a ramp at 15 Depot Sq., $50,000 for non-profit business grants, and $25,000 for the purpose of redeveloping the Economic Development website.
From the minutes
“VOTE: Upon a motion duly made and seconded, by roll call, the Select Board voted 5-0 to approve the use of ARPA Funds in the amounts of up to $10,000 for a ramp at 15 Depot Sq., $50,000 for non-profit business grants, and $25,000 for the purpose of redeveloping the Economic Development website..”
Authorize expending an additional $300,000 out of the ARPA funds for the Economic Development Office to support small business and nonprofits locally, including those impacted from COVID-19 and...
VOTE: Upon a motion duly made and seconded, by roll call, the Select Board voted 5-0 to authorize expending an additional $300,000 out of the ARPA funds for the Economic Development Office to support small business and nonprofits locally, including those impacted from COVID-19 and the Center streetscape.
From the minutes
“VOTE: Upon a motion duly made and seconded, by roll call, the Select Board voted 5-0 to authorize expending an additional $300,000 out of the ARPA funds for the Economic Development Office to support small business and nonprofits locally, including those impacted from COVID-19 and the Center streetscape..”
Proclamation Request - Park and Recreation Month
Approve and sign a proclamation recognizing the month of July as Park and Recreation Month in the Town of Lexington
VOTE: Upon a motion duly made and seconded, by roll call, the Select Board voted 5-0 to approve and sign a proclamation recognizing the month of July as Park and Recreation Month in the Town of Lexington.
From the minutes
“VOTE: Upon a motion duly made and seconded, by roll call, the Select Board voted 5-0 to approve and sign a proclamation recognizing the month of July as Park and Recreation Month in the Town of Lexington..”
Massachusetts Avenue Road Closure Request - Hancock United Church of Christ
Approve Hancock United Church of Christ's request for a road closure of Massachusetts Avenue to vehicular traffic from Massachusetts Avenue at Bedford Street westerly to Massachusetts Avenue at...
VOTE: Upon a motion duly made and seconded, by roll call, the Select Board voted 3-0 to approve Hancock United Church of Christ's request for a road closure of Massachusetts Avenue to vehicular traffic from Massachusetts Avenue at Bedford Street westerly to Massachusetts Avenue at Harrington Road on Sunday, June 19, 2022 from 3:00pm to 6:00pm for the purpose of the Installation of Rev. Dr. Barbara Callaghan as the 12th Senior Minister on the front lawn of 1912 Massachusetts Avenue.
Yes: Hai, Lucente, PatoThe minutes say “Ms. Barry and Mr. Sandeen recused themselves from this item.” The count (3-0) matches the 3 other members present, so they are not shown voting.
From the minutes
“VOTE: Upon a motion duly made and seconded, by roll call, the Select Board voted 3-0 to approve Hancock United Church of Christ's request for a road closure of Massachusetts Avenue to vehicular traffic from Massachusetts Avenue at Bedford Street westerly to Massachusetts Avenue at Harrington Road on Sunday, June 19, 2022 from 3:00pm to 6:00pm for the purpose of the Installation of Rev. Dr. Barbara Callaghan as the 12th Senior Minister on the front lawn of 1912 Massachusetts Avenue..”
Approve Issuance of Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA) Bond
The sale of the $3,770,000 Water Bond of the Town dated June 13, 2022, to Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (the "Authority") is hereby approved and the Town Treasurer or other appropriate...
VOTE: Upon a motion duly made and seconded, by roll call, the Select Board voted 5-0 that the sale of the $3,770,000 Water Bond of the Town dated June 13, 2022, to Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (the "Authority") is hereby approved and the Town Treasurer or other appropriate Town official is authorized to execute on behalf of the Town a Loan Agreement and a Financial Assistance Agreement with the Authority with respect to the bond.
From the minutes
“VOTE: Upon a motion duly made and seconded, by roll call, the Select Board voted 5-0 that the sale of the $3,770,000 Water Bond of the Town dated June 13, 2022, to Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (the "Authority") is hereby approved and the Town Treasurer or other appropriate Town official is authorized to execute on behalf of the Town a Loan Agreement and a Financial Assistance Agreement with the Authority with respect to the bond..”
Proclamation Request - Recognition of Sr. Rabbi Howard Jaffe's Retirement
Approve and sign a proclamation recognizing the retirement of Senior Rabbi Howard L. Jaffe for his many years of service to Lexington
VOTE: Upon a motion duly made and seconded, by roll call, the Select Board voted 5-0 to approve and sign a proclamation recognizing the retirement of Senior Rabbi Howard L. Jaffe for his many years of service to Lexington.
From the minutes
“VOTE: Upon a motion duly made and seconded, by roll call, the Select Board voted 5-0 to approve and sign a proclamation recognizing the retirement of Senior Rabbi Howard L. Jaffe for his many years of service to Lexington..”
Presentation - Integrated Design Policy End of Phase for Police Station Project
Approve the final construction design for the Police Station as presented
VOTE: Upon a motion duly made and seconded, by roll call, the Select Board voted 5-0 to approve the final construction design for the Police Station as presented.
From the minutes
“VOTE: Upon a motion duly made and seconded, by roll call, the Select Board voted 5-0 to approve the final construction design for the Police Station as presented..”
ADOURN
Adjourn
Upon a motion duly made and seconded, by roll call, the Select Board voted 5-0 to adjourn the meeting at 9:06 p.m.
From the minutes
“Upon a motion duly made and seconded, by roll call, the Select Board voted 5-0 to adjourn the meeting at 9:06 p.m..”
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