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Annual Town Election is Monday, March 7 | |
The Annual Town Election is this upcoming Monday, March 7. Polling hours will be from 7 AM until 8 PM. If you are unsure where your polling location is, you can visit our website at LexingtonMA.gov/voting.
Voters will be choosing candidates for local elected office, including Town Moderator, Select Board, Planning Board, and School Committee, as well as Town Meeting Members from each of the Town’s precincts.
Additionally, voters will be asked to answer a ballot question that is in regards to action taken during the 2021 Special Town Meeting that limits the use of outdoor landscape equipment and eventually prohibits gas powered leaf blowers. To learn more about this ballot question, including what a ‘yes’ and ‘no’ vote means, visit LexingtonMA.gov/Question1
If you have any questions, please contact the Town Clerk’s Office by phone at 781-698-4558, or email elections@lexingtonma.gov
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Final Week of FREE COVID-19 PCR Testing March 5; Home Testing Kits Available | |
We are offering FREE COVID-19 PCR testing to Lexington residents age 1 and over. PhysicianOne Urgent Care will be providing the testing weekly:
- 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM Saturday March 5.
- Anyone 1 year of age or older can be tested
- Proof of residency in Lexington is required
- You must have an account with PhysicianOne to register for a test
Testing will be at the LPS Administration Building off of Lowell Street in Lexington. You must register - no walk-ins.
Find out more about the testing, including how to register, at LexingtonMA.gov/COVIDTesting
Test Kits Available
Free at-home rapid COVID-19 test kits are available thanks to funding from the federal American Rescue Plan Act.
You can pick up a test at the following locations:
- Town Office Building (Health Office) - 1625 Massachusetts Avenue
- Fire Department - 45 Bedford Street
- Police Department - 1575 Massachusetts Avenue
- Community Center - 39 Marrett Road
- Visitors Center - 1875 Massachusetts Avenue
- Public Services Building - 201 Bedford Street
Test kits are available during regular business hours (Police Dept. open 24/7) while supplies last.
For questions, contact the Office of Public Health at 781-698-4533.
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Town Manager Appoints Maggie Peard as New Sustainability and Resilience Officer | |
The Town is proud to announce the appointment of Maggie Peard as Lexington's new Sustainability and Resilience Officer. Working in the Town Manager’s Office, Peard began work on February 14. She will be working on a part-time basis until early June, and then will transition to full-time work.
In this role, Peard is tasked with leading the Town’s sustainability efforts. She will build on the progress of existing sustainability initiatives underway, while developing and administering new programs, policies and initiatives to achieve the Town’s sustainability goals. Peard’s efforts will seek to find solutions to our community’s most challenging issues surrounding climate change. These include climate adaptation, resiliency, waste reduction, and energy efficiency, among others.
Read the full announcement.
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Last Chance Until 2027 to Weigh in on Town-Wide Survey; Survey Closes March 16 | |
Make your voice heard - take the 2022 Town-Wide Survey!
Your input will make a difference in how Town leaders make decisions about our community. This survey happens every 5 years, so your next shot to weigh in won't be until 2027!
Survey will close on March 16.
This survey should take approximately 20 minutes to complete.
Take the 2022 Town Wide Survey
The survey contains questions in the areas of:
- Economic Development
- Public Education
- Climate, Environmental Health And Sustainability
- Physical Character
- Diversity, Equity And Inclusion
- Town Government
- Town Services
- Demographics
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Focus Groups
The Vision for Lexington Committee is looking for residents to participate in a focus group in late spring 2022 to more deeply explore responses to the 2022 Town Wide Survey. If you're interested, fill out this online form.
Questions?
For questions, contact Sean Dugan in the Town Manager's Office.
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Patriots' Day Parade; White Tricorne Hat Award, Nominations Open Through April 9 | |
Town Celebrations Committee (TCC) is planning an exciting, fun-filled afternoon featuring a variety of marching bands, music, eye-catching floats, hometown attractions and much more.
Would you like to participate in the parade?
Join our team of Parade Ambassadors.
This is a great way to spend the afternoon, receive a free tee shirt, and (for high school students) earn four hours of community service credits.
Open to those 12 years or older.
See all the details and signup information.
Information and updates for all Patriots’ Day Weekend events Saturday, April 16 through Monday, April 18, are listed on patriotsday.com.
White Tricorne Hat Award
Each year on Patriots Day, the Lexington Lions Club presents the White Tricorne Hat Award honoring an outstanding resident of Lexington. This year’s award will be presented on during the Patriots' Day activities on Monday, April 18, 2022. Nomination forms and any supporting letters must be received by 6:00PM April 8.
The candidate must:
- be a current resident of Lexington
- not be a major elective office holder
- be someone who has demonstrated a dedication to the principles of outstanding citizenship
- have advanced the American way of life in Lexington by giving unselfishly of his or her time and talents over the years beyond the normal bounds of his or her occupation.
Find out more on our website.
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Upcoming Events on Mobility, Pedestrian and Bike Safety | |
Understanding Mobility Options
Thu., March 24, 7PM - Virtual
Microtransit, micromobility, autonomous vehicles, on-demand, demand-response, curb-to-curb, door-to-door, so many terms! Come to this forum to learn about all these options, learn more about what is available to you now, and discuss what may be on the horizon for the region in regards to transportation options. FREE; Virtual Session. Zoom link will be sent with confirmation email once you register. Free, registration required.
Spring Pedestrian and Bike Safety Fair
Sat, March 26, 1-4 PM at the Lexington Community Center
Celebrate the arrival of SPRING and get ready to walk & bike more and do so safely! We will have free helmets and helmet fittings for youth up to age 16, courtesy of Boston Children's Injury Prevention Program. We'll also have bike lights and other giveaways so you can #BeSafeBeSeen walking and biking.
Meet with local experts, including representatives from the Lexington Bicycle Advisory Committee, MassBikes, Friends of Lexington Bikeways, Safe Routes to School, Lexington Transportation Services, and Lexington Police! Get some swag, lots of great information and safety tips, snack on popcorn and more! Advanced registration is required for all attendees so we have enough helmets and gear. This Fair is open to people of all ages & abilities. Come join our community of local pedestrian and bike enthusiasts!
Registration required. $5/person, max $20/family
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Public Info Meeting on I-95 Land Use & Transportation Study March 15 | |
Do you drive on I-95/Rt. 128? Join the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) for their first virtual public information meeting for the Route 128/I-95 Land Use & Transportation Study.
Tuesday, March 15, 2022
6:00 – 8:00 PM
Virtual Meeting via Zoom
Register to receive information about joining the meeting
The Study Team will share an overview of the Study's background and existing conditions at this meeting.
They will also introduce a Virtual Room for the public to review content and provide feedback within the Study Area. The Virtual Room is available for the duration of the Study and can be accessed here at any time: Route 128/I-95 Virtual Meeting Room.
Flyers for this event:
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2021 Annual Town Report Now Available Online | |
The 2021 Annual Town Report is now available. The report contains financial data and highlights of the accomplishments of the many Town departments and boards/committees that are responsible for the governance of Lexington.
View the 2021 Town Of Lexington Annual Report
The report covers fiscal year 2021, which was from July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021.
The Annual Town Report is a great way to stay up to date with what specific departments and boards/committees have been doing over the past year.
In accordance with Massachusetts law, the Select Board has issued the Annual Report as required prior to the Annual Town Meeting.
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EQUITY OFFICER UPDATE
Diversity, equity, and inclusion information and updates from the Town's Chief Equity Officer
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March is Women’s History Month!
“Women’s History Month had its origins as a national celebration starting in 1982 as “Women’s History Week.” By 1987, March was designated as “Women’s History Month” with annual proclamations requested and authorized by Congress for the President to proclaim March of each year as Women’s History Month. These proclamations celebrate the contributions women have made to the United States and recognize the specific achievements women have made over the course of American history in a variety of fields.” (womenshistorymonth.gov)
How is Lexington Celebrating Women’s History Month?
“LexSeeHer is a dedicated group of volunteers, who are organizing to establish the first monument to recognize women's contributions in Lexington across time. The monument will seek to convey the important economic, social, and political impact women have had over more than three centuries. It will also raise questions about what “liberty” and “freedom” have meant to women from the 18th century to the present.” (lexseeher.com)
Join their upcoming celebration of International Women’s Day on March 8, 2022 from 8:00 -9:00 pm! Register here.
Department Spotlight - Fire Department
Internally, we know we have work to do! We currently employ 34% women and 66% men, with 64% of the top 22 earners being male. That said, our various departments are trying to attract and retain top female talent.
This fall, our fire department sent its three female firefighters to the O2X Human Performance - Sponsored by Boston Fire. This 4 day event was covered in by the Town and was considered professional development. Paula, Stephanie and Laura enjoyed targeted programming with female-driven classes covering gear, and gender specific health issues as well as connection and camaraderie with other female officers around the state.
One take away from all three firefighters was that they feel well supported in Lexington. Many of the other attendees had to pay for their own transportation and lodging. Additionally, it was noted that our staff have access to training and equipment that other fire departments have to fight for.
While we are always learning, the Fire Department is working with Human Resources and myself to be proactive with attracting diversity within the department, and also retaining staff once they are here.
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