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BOARD OF SELECTMEN MINUTES July 18, 2016
CALL TO ORDER:
ChairmanRichard Vaillancourt called the meeting to order at 7:00PM at the School
Administration Building Meeting Room. The meeting was recorded.
ATTENDANCE:
The following were present: Chairman Richard Vaillancourt, Clerk Rosemary Smedile,
Licensing Commissioner, Phil DeCologero, Donald Stewart, Town Manager Andrew Maylor and Assistant
Town Manager Ray Santilli. Approximately 15 members of the public were in attendance.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Members of the North Andover Police Department led the Pledge of Allegiance. A moment of silence
was observed to honor the officers killed in Dallas and Baton Rouge.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Rosemary Smedile made a MOTION, seconded by Phil DeCologero, to approve the Open Session
Minutes of June 20, 2016 and June 30, 2016. Vote approved 4-0.
COMMUNICATIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Retirement Recognition-Gene Willis
Gene Willis, who retired on May 5, 2016, was presented with a certificate from the Board in recognition of
his many years of service.
Election Update-Joyce Bradshaw, Town Clerk
Town Clerk, Joyce Bradshaw, gave an update regarding the upcoming election. Ms. Bradshaw indicated
that early voting will be available for the first time.
Vote to open polls at 6:00AM on November 8, 2016 for the Presidential Election (taken out of order)
Town Clerk, Joyce Bradshaw requested the Board vote to open the polls at 6:00AM on November 8,
2016 for the Presidential Election.
Phil DeCologero made a MOTION, seconded by Donald Stewart, that the Board of Selectmen
approve the request of Town Clerk, Joyce Bradshaw, to open the poles at 6:00AM on November 8,
2016 for the Presidential Election. Vote approved 4-0.
MassWork grant for downtown improvements
Eric Kfoury and the Towant, Mikel Myers from TEC, provided an overview of the MassWorks
grant to fund improvements along Main Street. The plan includes upgraded traffic light at Sutton and Main
Street, reducing lane widths on Main Street and reconstructing sidewalks. In addition to the MassWorks
grant project, the town is hoping to move the street lights underground along Main Street from Merrimack
Street to Sutton Street.
CONSENT ITEMS:
Vote to approve and sign License Agreement for 2302 Turnpike Street (taken out of order)
Earthworks, Inc. is building a mixed use retail and business office commercial complex at the corner of
Sharpners Pond Road and Turnpike Street. The Special Permit from the Planning Board and the Order of
Conditions from the Conservation Commission require the developer to construct and maintain a rain
garden which will allow for treatment of storm water runoff. A License Agreement is required because the
rain garden is located on Town property. Town Counsel has approved the document.
Phil DeCologero made a MOTION, seconded by Rosemary Smedile, that the Board of Selectmen
approve and sign the License Agreement between the Town of North Andover and Gill Family,
LLC as presented. Vote approved 4-0.
Sign warrant for September 8, 2016 primary
Town Clerk, Joyce Bradshaw, requested the Board sign the warrant for the September 8, 2016 primary.
Rosemary Smedile made a MOTION, seconded by Phil Decologero, that the Board of Selectmen
sign the warrant, as presented, for the September 8, 2016 primary. Vote approved 4-0.
Request of Alexandra Coakley of the North Andover Athletic Association to use streets in North Andover
for the 6th Annual Knights on the Run road race on Saturday, October 27, 2016
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Included in the packets was a request from Alexandra Coakley of the North Andover Athletic Association
requesting to use the streets in North Andover for their annual 5K road race on Saturday, October 27,
2016 beginning at 9:30am. The race route is North Andover High School to Osgood Street to Stevens
Street to Great Pond Road to Pleasant Street to Stevens Street to Harkaway Road to Osgood back to
NAHS. All relevant departments reviewed the request and had no issues.
Rosemary Smedile made a MOTION, seconded by Phil DeCologero, that the Board of
Selectmen approve the request of the North Andover Athletic Association to use streets in
North Andover for a 5K road race on Saturday, October 27, 2016 beginning at 9:30AM, as
presented. Vote approved 4-0.
Appointments:
Nadine and Ken Delano-Poet Laureate
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Karen Klin. The Poet Laureate Committee recommended
Nadine and Ken Delano be appointed as the new Poet Laureate.
Rosemary Smedile made a MOTION, seconded by Donald Stewart, that the Board of Selectmen
approve the appointment of Nadine and Ken Delano as the Poet Laureate for a term ending June
30, 2018. Vote approve 4-0.
Christina Russell-Youth & Recreation Council
Rosemary Smedile made a MOTION, seconded by Phil DeCologero, that the Board of Selectmen
approve the appointment of Christina Russell to the Youth & Recreation Council for a term ending
June 30, 2019. Vote approved 4-0.
Cari Wahlberg-Cultural Council and Sustainability Committee
Rosemary Smedile made a MOTION, seconded by Phil DeCologero, that the Board of Selectmen
approve the appointment of Cari Wahlberg to the Cultural Council and the Sustainability
Committee for terms ending June 30, 2019. Vote approved 4-0.
Tracy Watson-Community Preservation Committee
Donald Stewart requested the Board table this item until he has had a chance to talk to Ms. Watson about
his concerns.
Donald Stewart made a MOTION, seconded by Rosemary Smedile, that the Board of Selectmen
table the appointment of Tracy Watson to the Community Preservation Committee until the
August 15, 2016 meeting. Vote approved 4-0.
Joseph Lynch-Conservation Commission
Rosemary Smedile made a MOTION, seconded by Phil DeCologero, that the Board of Selectmen
approve the appointment of Joseph Lynch to the Conservation Commission for a term ending
June 30, 2019. Vote approved 4-0.
Request of North Andover Booster Club Little League to install 2 scoreboards at Carl Thomas Fields and
accept donation of the scoreboards
Rick Green of the North Andover Booster Club Little League requested from the Board permission to
install 2 scoreboards at the fields at Carl Thomas. Commonwealth Motors of Lawrence will be donating a
check to the NABCLL for the cost of the scoreboards. Installation will be done by volunteers. All relevant
departments reviewed the request and had no issues.
Rosemary Smedile made a MOTION, seconded by Phil DeCologero, that the Board of Selectmen
approve the request of the North Andover Booster Club Little League to install 2 solar powered
scoreboards at Carl Thomas fields, waive any permit fees and accept the donation of the
scoreboards valued at $11,630.53. Vote approved 4-0.
Affordable Unit Resale-210 Chickering Road, Unit 107A (Kittredge Crossing)
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housing unit at 210 Chickering Road, Unit 107A (Kittredge Crossing) is up for sale. It is recommended
the Board not exercise its right of first refusal.
Phil DeCologero made a MOTION, seconded by Rosemary Smedile, that the Board of Selectmen
decline the right of first refusal to purchase the affordable housing unit at 210 Chickering Road,
Unit 107A (Kittredge Crossing). Vote approved 4-0.
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Accept donation from The Lowell Five Cent Savings Bank in the amount of $5,000 for 4th of July
fireworks display
The Town has received a check from The Lowell Five Cent Savings Bank in the amount of $5,000 for the
4 th of July Fireworks display.
Phil DeCologero made a MOTION, seconded by Rosemary Smedile, that the Board of Selectmen
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accept the donation of $5,000 from the Lowell Five Cent Savings Bank to be used toward the 4 of
July Fireworks display. Vote approved 4-0.
Request to surplus vehicles and equipment-DPW
Per town policy regarding surplus equipment, DPW Director, Bruce Thibodeau, submitted a request to
surplus equipment and vehicles.
Phil Decologero made a MOTION, seconded by Rosemary Smedile, that the Board of Selectmen
approve the request of DPW Director, Bruce Thibodeau, to surplus the equipment and vehicles as
per his memorandums to the Town Manager dated July 13, 2016. Vote approved 4-0.
Department of Public Works building addition
The Board discussed the final design of the DPW Building Facilities Master Plan Project. The Board
asked the Town Manager to give monthly updates of ongoing Facilities Master Plan projects.
Rosemary Smedile made a MOTION, seconded by Donald Stewart, that the Board of Selectmen
approve the design of the DPW Building Facilities Master Plan Project, as presented, subject to
the Board selecting the color of the outside of the building. Vote approved 4-0.
LICENSING COMMISSIONERS:
Phil DeCologero made a MOTION, seconded by Donald Stewart, to open a meeting of the North
Andover Licensing Commission. Vote approved 4-0.
Request of Armand Jeknavorian of St. Gregory Armenian Church for a One Day Wine & Malt License for
the annual church picnic on Sunday, September 11, 2016 from 12:00PM-6:00PM
Donald Stewart made a MOTION, seconded by Rosemary Smedile, that the Board of Selectmen,
acting as Licensing Commissioners, approve the request of Armand Jeknavorian of St. Gregory
Armenian Church for a One Day Wine and Malt License on Sunday, September 11, 2016 from
12:00PM-6:00PM. Vote approved 4-0.
Public hearing for alleged liquor violation-Hokkaido Restaurant
Donald Stewart made a MOTION, seconded by Rosemary Smedile, that the Board of Selectmen
open the public hearing for the purpose of obtaining information regarding a possible liquor
license violation by Hokkaido Restaurant, 1250 Osgood Street. Vote approved 4-0.
The Chair read the notice sent to license holder. Sgt. Staude gave a summary of the events he
witnessed. The bar manager and the owner of Hokkaido Restaurant testified they did not dispute the facts
that were presented.
Donald Stewart made a MOTION, seconded by Rosemary Smedile that Board of Selectmen close
the public hearing. Vote approved 4-0.
Donald Stewart made a MOTION, seconded by Richard Vaillancourt, that Board of Selectmen,
acting as licensing commissioners, find that on June 12, 2016 at Hokkaido Restaurant, 1250
Turnpike Street, a liquor license violation did occur pursuant to the Town of North Andover
Alcoholic Beverages Regulations Section B(4)-Hours of Operation and that a penalty of a written
warning be imposed for said violation. Vote approved 4-0.
Richard Vaillancourt made a MOTION, seconded by Rosemary Smedile, to close a meeting of the
North Andover Licensing Commission. Vote approved 4-0.
OLD BUSINESS:
None
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NEW BUSINESS:
None
PUBLIC COMMENT:
None
The Town Manager, Andrew Maylor, reported the following:
He has talked to a group about textile recycling.
The Osgood Solar project was approved by the Planning Board.
He met with a company regarding the electrical aggregation program and the next step is for the Town to
develop a plan with the state.
June 2016 Monthly Report-Fire Department
Included in the packets was the monthly report from the Fire Department
June 2016 Opiate Overdose Report
Included in the packets was the monthly Opiate Overdose Report from the Fire Department.
June 2016 Monthly Report-Police Department
Included in the packets was the monthly report from the Police Department.
ADJOURNMENT:
Donald Stewart made a MOTION, seconded by Rosemary Smedile to adjourn the meeting at
8:55p.m. Vote approved 4-0.
Laurie A. Burzlaff
Executive Assistant
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Rosemary Connelly Smedile, Clerk of the Board
Documents used at meeting:
June 20, 2016 minutes
June 30, 2016 minutes
Certificate of Appreciation
Memorandum from Town Clerk
Main Street Corridor Improvements presentation
License Agreement
Request of NAAA
Appointment applications
Request from NABCLL
Memorandum from Eric Kfoury
Copy of check from Lowell Five
Surplus request from DPW
Picture of DPW building
Request from St. Gregory Church
Hokkaido hearing documents
Fire Department Report
Opiate Overdose Report
Police Department Report
TOWN OF NORTH ANDOVER
BOARD OF SELECTMEN
120 MAIN STREET
NORTH ANDOVER, MASSACHUSETTS 01845
Richard M. Vaillancourt, Chairman
TEL. (978) 688-9510
Rosemary Connelly Smedile, Clerk
FAX (978) 688-9556
Phil DeCologero
Donald B. Stewart
Tracy M. Watson
BOARD OF SELECTMEN & LICENSING COMMISSIONERS
AGENDA
MONDAY, JULY 18, 2016
7:00 PM OPEN SESSION
SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION BUILDING
566 Main Street
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. June 20, 2016 Open Session Minutes, as written
B. June 30, 2016 Open Session Minutes, as written
IV. COMMUNICATIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
A. Retirement Recognition-Eugene Willis
B. Election Update- Joyce Bradshaw, Town Clerk
C. MassWorks grant for downtown improvements
V. CONSENT ITEMS
A. Sign warrant for September 8, 2016 primary
B. Vote to open polls at 6:00AM on November 8, 2016 for the Presidential Election
C. Request of Alexandra Coakley of the North Andover Athletic Association to use streets in North
Andover for the 6 th Annual Knights on the Run road race on Saturday, October 27, 2016
D. Appointments:
1. Nadine and Ken Delano-Poet Laureate
2. Christina Russell-Youth & Recreation Council
3. Cari Wahlberg-Cultural Council and Sustainability Committee
4. Tracy Watson-Community Preservation Committee
5. Joseph Lynch-Conservation Commission
E. Request of North Andover Booster Club Little League for permission to install 2 scoreboards at Carl
Thomas Fields and accept donation of the scoreboards
F. Vote to approve and sign License Agreement for 2302 Turnpike Street
G. Affordable Unit Resale-200 Chickering Road, Unit 107A (Kittredge Crossing)
H. Accept donation from The Lowell Five Cent Savings Bank in the amount of $5,000 for 4 th of July
fireworks display
I. Request to surplus vehicles and equipment-DPW
J. Department of Public Works building addition
VI. LICENSING COMMISSIONERS
A. Request of Armand Jeknavorian of St. Gregory Armenian Church for a One Day Wine & Malt
License for the annual church picnic on Sunday, September 11, 2016 from 12:00PM-6:00PM
B. Public hearing for alleged liquor violation-Hokkaido Restaurant
VII. OLD BUSINESS
VIII. NEW BUSINESS
IX. PUBLIC COMMENT
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A.
B. June 2016 Monthly Report-Fire Department
C. June 2016 Opiate Overdose report
D. June 2016 Monthly Report-Police Department
XI. NEXT MEETING DATE
Monday, August 15, 2016
XII. ADJOURNMENT
BOARD OF SELECTMEN MINUTES June 30, 2016
CALL TO ORDER: Chairman Richard Vaillancourt called the meeting to order at 6:00PM at the School
Administration Building Meeting Room. The meeting was recorded.
ATTENDANCE: The following were present: Chairman Richard Vaillancourt, Clerk Rosemary Smedile,
Donald Stewart, Tracy Watson, Town Manager Andrew Maylor, Assistant Town Manager Ray Santilli and
Executive Assistant, Laurie Burzlaff. Phil DeCologero was absent due to a death in the family.
Approximately 40 members of the public were in attendance.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Chairman Vaillancourt invited Jonathan, Michael and William Gray to lead the Pledge of Allegience.
COMMUNICATIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Joyce Bradshaw administered the oath of office to Charles Gray, the new Chief of Police. The Board
congratulated Chief Gray and thanked outgoing Chief Gallagher for all his hard work.
CONSENT ITEMS:
None
LICENSING COMMISSIONERS:
None
OLD BUSINESS:
None
NEW BUSINESS:
None
PUBLIC COMMENT:
None
ADJOURNMENT:
Donald Stewart made a MOTION, seconded by Tracy Watson to adjourn the meeting at 6:10PM.
Vote approved 5-0.
Laurie A. Burzlaff
Executive Assistant
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Rosemary Connelly Smedile, Clerk of the Board
North Andover, Massachusetts
Massworks Opportunities
June 27,2016
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