Waste Not, Want Not; Zero Waste Event on Feb. 16 Ft. Congresswoman Katherine Clark

Lexington state Representative Michelle Ciccolo and state Senator Jason Lewis, co-chairs of the Zero Waste Legislative Caucus, will host a forum to discuss solid waste and plastics reduction, along with other waste and recycling strategies.

Thursday, February 16, 3:30 PM

Cary Memorial Building, 1605 Mass. Ave.

Registration required

Featuring Keynote Speaker Congresswoman Katherine Clark.

Discussing legislative action at the State level:

- Representative Jeffrey Roy
- Representative Mike Day
- Senator Mike Barrett
- Senator Jason Lewis

And environmental leaders and advocates, including:

- Just Zero
- MASSPIRG
- ELM
- LexZero Waste

Lexington Man Pleads Guilty to Civil Rights Violation and Firearms/Ammunition, Criminal Harassment Charges

Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan and Lexington Police Chief Michael McLean have announced that Robert Ivarson, 55, of Lexington, pleaded guilty to charges of civil rights violation, criminal harassment and illegally possessing dozens of firearms and ammunition.

Ivarson was arrested and charged in December 2016 and pleaded guilty before a Superior Court judge on Feb. 3, 2023, who sentenced him to 7 to 9 years in state prison, followed by 3 years of probation.

Read the full press release.

Job Opportunity: Web & Digital Engagement Specialist

The Town Manager's Office is currently recruiting for a Web & Digital Engagement Specialist to manage the Town's websites, social media, and other digital engagement platforms.

Anticipated Hiring Range: $64,566 - $73,681

Full hiring range to: $88,436

This position reports to the Town's Director of Communications and plays an important role in keeping the community informed and engaged.

If you or someone you know is interested in the role, you can view the complete job description on our website.

Agenda for Feb. 13 Select Board Meeting

The Select Board's next regularly scheduled meeting is on Monday, February 13 at 6:30 PM via hybrid participation via Zoom, and in person at the Town Office Building.

Among other items, the items for individual consideration include:

- Review and Approve Police Station Solar Project Design
- 2023 Fee Schedule for Recreation & Community Programs
- 2023 Annual Town Meeting
- Joint Meeting - Select Board & Special Permit Residential Development Zoning Bylaw Amendment Ad Hoc Committee
- Presentation - Town Meeting Member Association (TMMA) Recommendations for Town Meeting Information Improvement
- Award Sale of Bonds and Notes
- Approve Final List of Participatory Budgeting Projects
- Discuss and Approve the FY2024 Recommended Budget and Financing Plan
- Review and Approve PayByPhone at Parking Meters

View the complete agenda and agenda packet.

Share Your Thoughts on Climate Action and Resiliency, Take the Resilient Lexington Survey

The Town of Lexington is developing a Climate Action & Resilience Plan, called Resilient Lexington. The Plan will build upon a solid foundation of climate leadership and complement ongoing efforts to create a sustainable future. 

You can get involved today by taking the Resilient Lexington survey. Your participation will help the planning team understand public priorities and ensure the proposed strategies are actionable.

Take the Resilient Lexington Survey

- Screen reader-accessible version

Learn more about the Resilient Lexington planning process at LexingtonMA.gov/ResilientLexington or through the Resilient Lexington Summary.

Weigh in on the Lincoln Park Master Plan; Community Webinar Feb. 16

The Recreation & Community Programs Department is currently working on a master plan for Lincoln Park. They will be hosting an upcoming webinar to share details and gather community input.

Thurs., Feb. 16 from 6:30-8 PM

Join via Zoom

The master plan will result in an independent review of the entire facility, outlining deficiencies and opportunities of all elements. There will be a final report of the findings and prioritized recommendations.

For questions, email the Recreation Dept.

Police Headquarters Construction Update

If you've driven by the construction activity at the new Police Headquarters on Mass. Ave., you've likely seen a very large crane. The crane is in the process of placing steel beams as the makeup of the building continues to take shape.

This month, crews will be working to complete installation of all footings, walls, and columns.

See a live feed of the Police Station Project from a mounted camera.

Learn more about the project on our website at LexingtonMA.gov/PoliceStation

Youth Commission Seeks Nominations for Outstanding Youth Award

The Lexington Youth Commission is seeking nominations for the Pat Flynn Outstanding Youth Award.

The Outstanding Youth Award is designed to applaud a graduating Lexington senior who demonstrates those qualities exemplified by the original award founded in 1979. The Outstanding Youth Award in Lexington showcases our youth and their excellence.

Learn more and nominate someone by visiting our website.

COVID-19 Data; New Test Kits Available at Town Buildings; Old Test Kit Expiring Soon

The Lexington Office of Public Health will update weekly COVID-19 case numbers each Friday. The data represented on the dashboard DOES NOT include at-home test results. The data only represents results of PCR and antigen tests verified through the Massachusetts Department of Public Health.

View Lexington’s case numbers

View the State’s COVID-19 dashboard

Test Kits Available

Free at-home rapid COVID-19 test kits are available at Town buildings across Lexington. Town buildings received a new shipment of tests that expire in August 2023. Old test kits that were picked up prior to mid-January 2023 are set to expire on January 26, 2023. Be sure to check the date on your test kit before using.

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 - 173 Bedford Street
- 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.

Jobs

- Heavy Equipment Operator

- Municipal Account Assistant (PT)

- Recreation Supervisor

- Senior Civil Engineer

- Senior Services Coordinator

- Sr. Economic Development Coordinator

- Firefighter

- Police Cadet

- Recording Secretary

- Library Page (Shelver) NEW

- Web and Digital Engagement SpecialistNEW

- Per-Diem Crossing Guard Assistant NEW

Visit LexingtonMA.gov/jobs for more information.