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Countdown to Lex250
Join us for the kick-off of a year-long celebration leading up to the 250th anniversary of the Battle of Lexington
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The Lex250 Commission is excited to unveil the Countdown Calendar in front of the Town Office Building, 1625 Massachusetts Avenue, which will be updated every day to reflect the amount of time remaining until the Semiquincentennial celebration.
When: Friday, April 19 - 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Where: Isaac Harris Cary Memorial Building, 1605 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA
Who: Lex250 Commission, Lt. Governor Kim Driscoll, Foreign Dignitaries, Lexington Minute Men, William Diamond Jr. Fife and Drum Corps
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Lexington Police Department Launches Blue Envelope Program | |
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The Lexington Police Department is proud to announce our participation in the Blue Envelope Program. This initiative represents a collaborative effort aimed at fostering a safer and more understanding environment for drivers with autism spectrum disorder during traffic stops.
Drivers with Autism, or other neurodiversities, will be encouraged to keep a blue envelope with them in their car. This envelope will contain the driver's essential documents—including license, registration, and a contact card. On the outside, the envelope features critical communication guidelines specifically tailored to assist law enforcement officers in recognizing and adapting their approach when interacting with a driver who has autism or other neurodiversity.
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The Blue Envelope represents a symbol of our commitment to inclusivity and understanding. It represents a step forward in ensuring that every driver, regardless of their neurological differences, can experience a sense of safety and respect on the road. Through this program, we aim to foster a culture of awareness and compassion that benefits everyone involved.
These envelopes are available at the Lexington Police Department or local State Police barracks. For more information on this program, please contact Detective Jeff Chaisson or click here.
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Members Sought for Town Manager Search Screening Committee | |
The Town of Lexington is seeking immediate interest from residents and members of the business community to serve on the Town Manager Search Screening Committee. This Committee is responsible for recommending finalists to the Select Board for consideration for appointment of Lexington's next Town Manager. | |
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The Committee will consist of:
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Two Select Board members
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One Planning Board Member
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One Business Representative
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Five Community Representatives (These members can be residents, Town Meetings members, or Board/Committee members
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The deadline to apply to be a part of this committee is Friday, April 19, 2024. Applications submitted beyond that date will not be considered. | |
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Committee work will begin by mid-May, with final recommendations being submitted to the Select Board by August 14, 2024 (unless otherwise decided by the Select Board). Meetings will be frequent and may involve several sessions lasting a half day or longer.
Committee work will include community listening sessions, resume reviews, screen interviews, and evaluation sessions. A full scope of the work expected to be completed by the Committee is detailed in the official charge, adopted by the Select Board on April 8, 2024.
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Lexington Expanding Curbside Composting Pilot Program | |
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The Town of Lexington is excited to announce the expansion of its curbside composting pilot program!
2,000 additional Lexington households will be able sign up for free curbside pickup of food waste and other compostable items. This expansion will bring the total number of participating households to 4,000.
Right now, compostable items make up 35% of Lexington's waste stream. This pilot is a critical step in reducing waste in our community.
Enrollment will open on Wednesday, May 1 at 9:00 AM and will operate on a first-come, first-serve basis. To learn more or enroll, check out Black Earth Compost Lexington.
If you don't get a spot in the pilot program, or you want to start composting right now, check out LexSort, the Town's free community compost drop-off program.
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Cyclical Inspections Underway for Residential Properties | |
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The Lexington Assessor's Office began completing cyclical inspections during the week of April 15. These inspections are required, by the State, to happen at least once every ten years.
The inspections will be completed by either a member of Town Staff or an outside contractor brought in to assist with the process. Every inspector will carry a Town ID badge.
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What does the inspection process look like?
Inspectors will knock on your door to identify themselves. If you are home, the inspector will ask you if they can perform a walkthrough of the exterior of your home, as well as the interior. You are not required to allow them inside. The exterior inspection verifies the size and condition of your home. The interior inspection helps accomplish the same verification to ensure the home is valued appropriately. The data collected during the interior inspection, which includes the current number of bedrooms and bathrooms, is also shared publicly to allow for accurate real estate records. Again, you are not required to let the inspector inside your home, however, if they cannot complete a walkthrough of the interior, they will need to estimate the current number of rooms and the condition of the home based on previous records, which could impact the overall value of the home if major changes have been made.
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What if I'm not home?
If you are not home when the inspector arrives at your property, they will complete the exterior inspection and leave behind a yellow card, like the one featured in this article. If you receive one of these cards, you can call to set up an appointment for the inspector to return. You cannot schedule your inspection ahead of time for any other reason.
Questions?
If you have any questions about the cyclical inspection process, you are encouraged to contact the Assessor's Office by phone at 781-698-4578.
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Calling All Artists: Cultural Canvas | |
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Lexington Recreation & Community Programs is partnering with Lexington Council for the Arts in search of artists to transform the Community Center's bare walls into creative and exciting wall murals! The two organizations are seeking proposed designs that celebrate our Town's history and diversity.
Submit your proposal to cdean@lexingtonma.gov or drop off your submission at the Lexington Community Center (39 Marrett Road) by Wednesday, May 1, 2024.
Artists of all experience levels are welcome and encouraged to apply!
For more information about submitting a proposal, see our news flash.
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Upcoming Events in Lexington | |
Click the calendar icons for more information on these upcoming events. | |
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Registration Open for May & June Programs from Human Services
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Lexington LifeTimes Magazine Calls for Creative Submissions | |
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Are you a 60+ resident or employee in Lexington with a knack for creativity? We invite you to share an original art piece, short story, poem, or photography project with the community by submitting your work to Lexington Lifetimes.
Lexington LifeTimes Magazine is a creative arts journal published by the Friends of the Council on Aging. The Magazine is professionally produced and published bi-annually, featuring the literary and visual art of those 60+ living or working in Lexington.
Submissions for the Summer 2024 issue are being accepted until Wednesday, May 1. See the submission guidelines and application form for more information.
Check out previous issues of Lexington Lifetimes on the Friends of the COA website.
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The following message is from Jonas Miller, Director of Communications for the Town of Lexington. | |
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Hello Lexington,
We are working hard to improve communication between Town Offices and the wonderful residents we serve. Part of our effort involves better utilizing existing resources to keep you informed and safe. One of those resources is called CodeRED. You may have heard of it referred to as "reverse 911". The program was initially designed to send out emergency alerts and notifications on a moments notice, but we've realized it can do so much more.
If you are signed up for CodeRED alerts, you may have received a message recently about HomeWorks Energy Canvassing taking place around Town. HomeWorks is an official Town partner, and they have been going door to door in different neighborhoods to promote free home energy assessments. HomeWorks has been letting us know which neighborhoods they plan to visit, and we've been sending out messages targeted specifically to those areas several hours before canvassers begin their work. These daily notifications, along with the canvassing efforts, have led to a substantial increase in households signing up for home energy assessments.
This is just one example of how we can better utilize CodeRED, but we need your help to make the most of it.
Sign up for CodeRED today!
You can opt to receive notifications by phone call, text message, email, and even mobile app notifications. You can opt-out at any time.
If you have any questions, please call 781-698-4548.
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