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BOARD OF SELECTMEN MINUTES October 11, 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, Tracy Watson, Town Manager Andrew
Maylor, Assistant Town Manager Ray Santilli and Executive Assistant, Laurie Burzlaff. Approximately 20
members of the public were in attendance.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Rosemary Smedile made a MOTION, seconded by Phi DeCologero, to approve the Open Session
Minutes of September 26, 2016 and September 27, 2016, as presented. Vote approved 5-0.
COMMUNICATIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Peter J. Gomes Citizenship Award Finalist-Kristi Hale
This matter was tabled.
Greater Lawrence Technical School upgrade to athletic fields-Superintendent John Lavoie
GLTS Superintendent, John Lavoie, provided a handout and explained the proposal for upgrades to the
athletic fields at the Greater Lawrence Technical School.
Curbside Leaf pickup
up.
Town Hall move
Assistant Town Manager, Ray Santilli, provided a copy of the press release announcing the opening of
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Town Hall on October 24.
Election update
Town Clerk, Joyce Bradshaw, gave an update about the election and early voting.
CONSENT ITEMS:
Vote to sign warrant for State Election
The Board was asked to sign the warrant for the State Election on November 8, 2016.
Tracy Watson made a MOTION, seconded by Rosemary Smedile that the Board of Selectmen sign
the warrant for the State Election to be held on Tuesday, November 8, 2016. Vote approved 5-0.
Request of James Doucett of Cambridge Sports Union to use streets in North Andover for a rollerski race
on Sunday, November 6, 2016 from 9:30AM-11:00AM
James Doucett was present to request the use of streets in North Andover for the annual Cambridge
Sports Union rollerski race on Sunday, November 6, 2016 starting at 9:30 a.m. The race route is Milk
Street to Johnson Street to Rea Street to Chestnut Street ending back at Milk Street. Approximately 20-
30 participants are expected. All relevant town departments reviewed the request and had no issues.
Tracy Watson made a MOTION, seconded by Rosemary Smedile, that the Board of Selectmen
approve the request of James Doucett to use the streets in North Andover, as presented, for the
Cambridge Sports Union annual rollerski race on Sunday, November 6, 2016 from 9:30AM to
11:00AM. Vote approved 5-0.
Halloween Trick or Treat day and hours
At the meeting on September 12, 2016, resident Brian Birchall requested the Board consider changing
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trick or treating from Monday, October 31 to Saturday, October 29. Police Chief Charles Gray has no
issues with either date but recommends the Board designate Halloween Trick or Treat hours from 5:30
p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
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Rosemary Smedile made a MOTION, seconded by Donald Stewart that the Board of Selectmen
Monday, October 31, 2016 from 5:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Vote
approved 3-2. Selectmen Watson and DeCologero opposed.
Affordable Unit Resale- 4 Harvest Drive, Unit 119 (Oakridge Village-Maplewood Reserve)
housing unit at 4 Harvest Drive, Unit 119 (Oakridge Village-Maplewood Reserve) is up for sale. It was
recommended the Board not exercise its right of first refusal.
Tracy Watson made a MOTION, seconded by Phil DeCologero that the Board of Selectmen decline
the right of first refusal to purchase the affordable housing unit at 4 Harvest Drive, Unit 119
(Oakridge Village-Maplewood Reserve). Vote approved 5-0.
Request of Patriotic Observance Committee to conduct Veterans Day Parade and Ceremony on Friday,
November 11, 2016 starting at 10:00AM
Rosemary Smedile of the Patriotic Observance Committee explained the request to hold the annual
Veterans Day Parade and Ceremony on Friday, November 11, 2016 starting at 10:00AM. All relevant
departments reviewed the request and had no issues.
Tracy Watson made a MOTION, seconded by Phil DeCologero that the Board of Selectmen
approve the request of the Patriotic Observance Committee to conduct the Veterans Day Parade
and Ceremony, as presented, on Friday, November 11, 2016 starting at 10:00AM. Vote approved 5-
0.
Fiscal 2018 Budget Policy Statement
In accordance with the Town Charter, Chapter 9-2-n or before the first day of November of each
year, the Board of Selectmen, after consulting with the Town Manager, shall issue a policy statement
relating to the budget for the ensuing fiscal year. The statement shall establish the outer limits of possible
budg
Rosemary Smedile made a MOTION, seconded by Phil DeCologero that the Board of Selectmen
approve the FY18 Budget Policy Statement as presented. Vote approved 5-0.
LICENSING COMMISSIONERS:
Donald Stewart made a MOTION, seconded by Tracy Watson, to open a meeting of the North
Andover Licensing Commission. Vote approved 5-0.
Requests from Merrimack College
One day all alcohol license for a Gala on the lawn at Austin Quad on Friday, October 21, 2016 from
6:30PM-10:00PM
One day wine and malt license for Macktoberfest on Cullen Ave on Friday, October 21, 2016 from
4:00PM-8:00PM
One day wine and malt license for a Speaker Series Reception at the Rogers Center on Monday, October
24, 2016 from 3:00PM-8:00PM
One day wine and malt license for an Onstagers Performance after party at the Rogers Center on Friday,
October 28, 2016 from 5:00PM-11:30PM
Rosemary Smedile made a MOTION, seconded by Donald Stewart that the Board of Selectmen,
acting as Licensing Commissioners, approve the four one day license requests from Merrimack
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College for events on October 21, 24, and 28, as presented. Vote approved 5-0.
Public Hearing for alleged liquor license violation
Rolfs-39 Main Street
Rosemary Smedile made a MOTION, seconded by Donald Stewart that the Board of Selectmen
open the public hearing for the purpose of obtaining information regarding a possible liquor
license violation by Rolfs, 39 Main Street. Vote approved 5-0.
The Chair read the notice sent to license holder and proceeded with the hearing. This was the first
violation for Rolfs. Lieutenant Eric Foulds read the police report. In response to a question from the
Board, 12 establishments were checked that night. Owner, Leslie Carlson, apologized for the violation
and indicated she is lookin
identifications are getting harder to catch.
Donald Stewart made a MOTION, seconded by Rosemary Smedile that Board of Selectmen close
the public hearing. Vote approved 5-0.
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The Board reviewed the guidelines for violations contained in the North Andover Alcoholic Beverages
Regulations.
Rosemary Smedile made a MOTION, seconded by Richard Vaillancourt, that Board of Selectmen,
acting as Licensing Commissioners, find that on September 14, 2016 at Rolfs, 39 Main Street, a
liquor license violation did occur pursuant to Town of North Andover Alcoholic Beverages
Regulations and 204 CMR 2.05(2) Permitting an illegality on the licensed premises, to wit: Chapter
138, Section 34, Sale or delivery of an alcoholic beverage to a person under twenty-one years of
age. Vote approved 5-0.
Rosemary Smedile made a MOTION, seconded by Tracy Watson, that the Board of Selectmen,
acting as Licensing Commissioners, impose the penalty of a written warning on North Andover
Inc. d/b/a Rolfs, 39 Main Street, for violation of the Town of North Andover Alcoholic Beverages
Regulations and 204 CMR 2.05(2) Permitting an illegality on the licensed premises, to wit: Chapter
138, Section 34, Sale or delivery of an alcoholic beverage to a person under twenty-one years of
age. Vote approved 5-0.
The Loft Restaurant-1140 Osgood Street
Tracy Watson made a MOTION, seconded by Richard Vaillancourt that the Board of Selectmen
open the public hearing for the purpose of obtaining information regarding a possible liquor
license violation by The Loft Restaurant, 1140 Osgood Street. Vote approved 5-0.
The Chair read the notice sent to license holder and proceeded with the hearing. This was the first
violation for the Loft. Lieutenant Eric Foulds read the police report. The owner James Dietz was present
and stated that he takes responsibility for the violation.
Rosemary Smedile made a MOTION, seconded by Tracy Watson that Board of Selectmen close
the public hearing. Vote approved 5-0.
Rosemary Smedile made a MOTION, seconded by Tracy Watson, that Board of Selectmen, acting
as Licensing Commissioners find that on September 14, 2016 at The Loft Restaurant, 1140
Osgood Street, a liquor license violation did occur pursuant to Town of North Andover Alcoholic
Beverages Regulations and 204 CMR 2.05(2) Permitting an illegality on the licensed premises, to
wit: Chapter 138, Section 34, Sale or delivery of an alcoholic beverage to a person under twenty-
one years of age. Vote approved 5-0.
Rosemary Smedile made a MOTION, seconded by Donald Stewart that the Board of Selectmen
acting as Licensing Commissioners impose the penalty of a written warning on Loft Steak & Chop
House, LLC, 1140 Osgood Street, for violation of the Town of North Andover Alcoholic Beverages
Regulations and 204 CMR 2.05(2) Permitting an illegality on the licensed premises, to wit: Chapter
138, Section 34, Sale or delivery of an alcoholic beverage to a person under twenty-one years of
age. Vote approved 5-0.
Orzo Café Trattoria-1077B Osgood Street
Tracy Watson 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 Orzo Café Trattoria, 1077B Osgood Street. Vote approved 5-0.
The Chair read the notice sent to license holder and proceeded with the hearing. Lieutenant Eric Foulds
read the police report. This was the first violation for Orzo. The owner, Michael Reppucci took
responsibility for the violation and stated he would be more diligent in the future.
Tracy Watson made a MOTION, seconded by Donald Stewart that Board of Selectmen close the
public hearing. Vote approved 5-0.
Richard Vaillancourt made a MOTION, seconded by Tracy Watson, that Board of Selectmen, acting
as Licensing Commissioners, find that on September 14, 2016 at Orzo Café Trattoria, 1077B
Osgood Street, a liquor license violation did occur pursuant to Town of North Andover Alcoholic
Beverages Regulations and 204 CMR 2.05(2) Permitting an illegality on the licensed premises, to
wit: Chapter 138, Section 34, Sale or delivery of an alcoholic beverage to a person under twenty-
one years of age. Vote approved 5-0.
Richard Vaillancourt made a MOTION, seconded by Tracy Watson that the Board of Selectmen
acting as Licensing Commissioners impose the penalty of a written warning on Aglio, Inc. d/b/a
Orzo Café Trattoria, 1077B Osgood Street, for violation of the Town of North Andover Alcoholic
Beverages Regulations and 204 CMR 2.05(2) Permitting an illegality on the licensed premises, to
wit: Chapter 138, Section 34, Sale or delivery of an alcoholic beverage to a person under twenty-
one years of age. Vote approved 5-0.
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The Cork Stop, Inc.-1593 Osgood Street (taken out of order)
Tracy Watson made a MOTION, seconded by Donald Stewart that the Board of Selectmen open the
public hearing for the purpose of obtaining information regarding a possible liquor license
violation by The Cork Stop, Inc., 1593 Osgood Street. Vote approved 5-0.
The Chair read the notice sent to license holder and proceeded with the hearing. This was the first
violation for The Cork Stop. Lieutenant Eric Foulds read the police report. Owner, Sophia Stamos and
Manager Frank Stamos were present and indicated Frank did and
took responsibility for the violation. A picture of the counter with the POS scanning device was given to
the Commissioners.
Tracy Watson made a MOTION, seconded by Richard Vaillancourt that the Board of Selectmen
close the public hearing. Vote approved 5-0.
Tracy Watson made a MOTION, seconded by Richard Vaillancourt that the Board of Selectmen
acting as Licensing Commissioners find that on September 14, 2016 at The Cork Stop, Inc., 1593
Osgood Street, a liquor license violation did occur pursuant to Town of North Andover Alcoholic
Beverages Regulations and 204 CMR 2.05(2) Permitting an illegality on the licensed premises, to
wit: Chapter 138, Section 34, Sale or delivery of an alcoholic beverage to a person under twenty-
one years of age. Vote approved 5-0.
Tracy Watson made a MOTION, seconded by Richard Vaillancourt that the Board of Selectmen
acting as Licensing Commissioners impose the penalty of a written warning on The Cork Stop,
Inc., 1593 Osgood Street, for violation of the Town of North Andover Alcoholic Beverages
Regulations and 204 CMR 2.05(2) Permitting an illegality on the licensed premises, to wit: Chapter
138, Section 34, Sale or delivery of an alcoholic beverage to a person under twenty-one years of
age. Vote approved 5-0.
Richdale Dairy Store-4 Main Street
Tracy Watson made a MOTION, seconded by Richard Vaillancourt that the Board of Selectmen
open the public hearing for the purpose of obtaining information regarding a possible liquor
license violation by Richdale Dairy Store, 4 Main Street. Vote approved 5-0.
The Chair read the notice sent to license holder and proceeded with the hearing. This was the 2 nd
violation for Richdale on Main Street since last year. Lieutenant Foulds read the police report. The owner,
Hasina Alam and her employee were both present. The employee took responsibility for the violation. In
response to a question from the Commissioners, the employee stated she is not TIPS certified and has
been working at Richdale for a year.
Donald Stewart made a MOTION, seconded by Tracy Watson that Board of Selectmen close the
public hearing. Vote approved 5-0.
Tracy Watson made a MOTION, seconded by Richard Vaillancourt that the Board of Selectmen
acting as Licensing Commissioners find that on September 14, 2016 at Richdale Dairy Store, 4
Main Street, a liquor license violation did occur pursuant to Town of North Andover Alcoholic
Beverages Regulations and 204 CMR 2.05(2) Permitting an illegality on the licensed premises, to
wit: Chapter 138, Section 34, Sale or delivery of an alcoholic beverage to a person under twenty-
one years of age. Vote approved 5-0.
The Board reviewed the guidelines for violations contained in the North Andover Alcoholic Beverages
Regulations.
Tracy Watson made a MOTION, seconded by Rosemary Smedile that the Board of Selectmen
acting as Licensing Commissioners impose the penalty of a 15 day suspension on Shetu Inc,
d/b/a Richdale Dairy Store, 4 Main Street, for violation of the Town of North Andover Alcoholic
Beverages Regulations and 204 CMR 2.05(2) Permitting an illegality on the licensed premises, to
wit: Chapter 138, Section 34, Sale or delivery of an alcoholic beverage to a person under twenty-
one years of age. Motion failed 0-5.
Tracy Watson made a MOTION, seconded by Rosemary Smedile that the Board of Selectmen
acting as Licensing Commissioners impose the penalty of a 10 day suspension on Shetu Inc,
d/b/a Richdale Dairy Store, 4 Main Street, for violation of the Town of North Andover Alcoholic
Beverages Regulations and 204 CMR 2.05(2) Permitting an illegality on the licensed premises, to
wit: Chapter 138, Section 34, Sale or delivery of an alcoholic beverage to a person under twenty-
one years of age. Vote approved 5-0.
Richard Vaillancourt made MOTION seconded by Tracy Watson that the Board of Selectmen
acting as Licensing Commissioners suspend the license of Shetu Inc, d/b/a/ Richdale Dairy Store
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on the following dates: October 28, 29, 30, 31, November 23, 25, December 23, 24, 29 and 31. Vote
approved 5-0.
Tracy Watson made a MOTION, seconded by Rosemary Smedile to close a meeting of the North
Andover Licensing Commission. Vote approved 5-0.
OLD BUSINESS:
None
NEW BUSINESS:
None
PUBLIC COMMENT:
None
Departmental Monthly Reports
Included in the packets were the following monthly reports: Fire Department, Opiate Overdose Report,
Police Department, Job posting/vacancy log, Capital Projects, Library, Senior Center, Report It, Building
Department and Legal Services.
Ask the Manager
There were no questions.
ADJOURNMENT:
Donald Stewart made a MOTION, seconded by Tracy Watson to adjourn the meeting at 9:25p.m.
Vote approved 5-0.
Laurie A. Burzlaff
Executive Assistant
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Rosemary Connelly Smedile, Clerk of the Board
Documents used at meeting:
Minutes of September 26 and 27, 2016
GLTS handout
Curbside leaf pick up flyer
Press release
Memo from town clerk
Election warrant
Request from Cambridge Sports Union
Halloween recommendation
Memo from Erik Kfoury
Request from Patriotic Observance Committee
Budget Policy Statement
Merrimack College license requests
Public Hearing documents-Rolfs
Public Hearing documents-Loft
Public Hearing documents-Orzo
Public Hearing documents-The Cork Stop
Public Hearing documents-Richdale
Fire department report
Overdose report
Police report
Capital projects report
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Library report
Senior center
Report IT
Building report
Legal services 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
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 11, 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. September 26, 2016 Open Session Minutes, as written
B. September 27, 2016 Open Session Minutes, as written
IV. COMMUNICATIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
A. Peter J. Gomes Citizenship Award Finalist-Kristi Hale
B. Greater Lawrence Technical School upgrade to athletic fields-Superintendent John Lavoie
C. Curbside leaf pick up
D. Town Hall move
E. Election update
V. CONSENT ITEMS
A. Vote to sign warrant for State Election
B. Request of James Doucett of Cambridge Sports Union to use streets in North Andover for a rollerski
race on Sunday, November 6, 2016 from 9:30AM-11:00AM
C. Trick or treat day and hours
D. Affordable unit resale-4 Harvest Drive, Unit 119 (Oakridge Village-Maplewood Reserve)
E. Request of Patriotic Observance Committee to conduct Veterans Day Parade and Ceremony on Friday,
November 11, 2016 starting at 10:00 a.m.
F. 2018 Budget Policy Statement
VI. LICENSING COMMISSIONERS
A. Requests from Merrimack College:
1. One day all alcohol license for a Gala on the lawn at Austin Quad on Friday, October 21, 2016
from 6:30PM-10:00PM
2. One day wine and malt license for Macktoberfest on Cullen Ave on Friday, October 21, 2016
from 4:00PM-8:00PM
3. One day wine and malt license for a Speaker Series Reception at the Rogers Center on Monday,
October 24, 2016 from 3:00PM-8:00PM
4. One day wine and malt license for an Onstagers Performance after party at the Rogers Center on
Friday, October 28, 2016 from 5:00PM-11:30PM
B. Public hearings for alleged liquor license violation:
1. Rolfs-39 Main Street
2. The Loft Restaurant-1140 Osgood Street
3. Orzo Café Trattoria-1077B Osgood Street
4. Richdale Dairy Store-4 Main Street
5. The Cork Stop, Inc.-1593 Osgood Street
VII. OLD BUSINESS
VIII. NEW BUSINESS
IX. PUBLIC COMMENT
X.
A. Departmental Monthly Reports
1. Fire Department
2. Opiate Overdose Report
3. Police Department
4. Job posting/vacancy log-Human Resources
5. Capital Projects-Assistant Town Manager
6. Library
7. Senior Center
8. Report It
9. Building Department
10. Legal Services
B.
XI. NEXT MEETING DATE
Tuesday, November 1, 2016
XII. ADJOURNMENT
BOARD OF SELECTMEN MINUTES September 26, 2016
CALL TO ORDER: Chairman Richard Vaillancourt called the meeting to order at 7:03PM 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, Tracy Watson, Town Manager Andrew
Maylor, Assistant Town Manager Ray Santilli and Executive Assistant, Laurie Burzlaff. Approximately 25
members of the public were in attendance.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Eagle Scout, Francis Hearst, led the pledge of allegiance.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Tracy Watson made a MOTION, seconded by Phil DeCologero, to approve the Executive Session
Minutes of May 23, 2016 and September 12, 2016 and the Open Session Minutes of September 12,
2016. Vote approved 5-0.
COMMUNICATIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Swearing In
Fire fighters Nic Paddellaro and Sean Powers were sworn in by Town Clerk, Joyce Bradshaw.
CONSENT ITEMS:
Accept donation of kiosk from Eagle Scout Francis Hearst (taken out of order)
Francis Hearst described his Eagle Scout Project and ask the Board to accept his donation of a kiosk that
he built and installed at the base of the trail at the Stevens Estate.
Tracy Watson made a MOTION, seconded by Donald Stewart that the Board of Selectmen accept
the donation of a kiosk from Eagle Scout Frankie Hearst. Vote approved 5-0.
Columbia Gas requests permission to excavate Main Street from Waverly Road to 70 Main Street for the
purpose of installing new gas line (taken out of order)
Kyle Benoit from Columbia Gas was present to answer any questions regarding their request to excavate
on Main Street.
Donald Stewart made a MOTION, seconded by Tracy Watson that the Board of Selectmen approve
the request of Columbia Gas to excavate on Main Street from Waverly Road to 70 Main Street.
Vote approved 5-0.
INTERVIEWS FOR TOWN COUNSEL:
Chairman Richard Vaillancourt explained the process that has taken place over the last few months in the
search for in house Town Counsel. The three candidates were recommended by the selection
subcommittee after reviewing 25 resumes and interviewing 6 candidates.
Eitan Goldberg was interviewed first. Mr. Goldberg gave an overview of his background and answered
questions from the Board.
After interviewing Mr. Goldberg, the board took up the following Consent Items while they waited for the
second candidate to be brought in.
CONSENT ITEMS (continued):
Request to surplus equipment-IT Department (taken out of order)
As per town policy regarding surplus equipment, IT Director, Chris McClure, submitted a request to
surplus IT equipment from various departments.
Tracy Watson made a MOTION, seconded by Donald Stewart, that the Board of Selectmen approve
the request of IT Director, Chris McClure to surplus equipment listed in his memorandum dated
September 12, 2016. Vote approved 5-0.
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Accept donation from Wheelabrator Technologies in the amount of $10,000 to be used for Trauma
Intervention Program Services (taken out of order)
Wheelabrator has once again generously donated $10,000 to the Town to cover the cost of the Trauma
Intervention Program of Merrimack Valley agency fee for North Andover.
Tracy Watson made a MOTION, seconded by Phil DeCologero, that the Board of Selectmen accept
agency fee to Trauma Intervention Program of Merrimack Valley. Vote approved 5-0.
INTERVIEWS FOR TOWN COUNSEL (continued):
Suzanne Egan gave a summary of her background and answered questions from the Board.
The Board took a break while they waited for the final candidate to be brought in.
Colleen Marie Mejia provided the Board with information about her background and answered questions
from the Board.
Chairman Vaillancourt invited Superintendent Jennifer Price and School Committee Chairman Brian
Gross to speak. They indicated they were happy with the process and would be happy with any one of
the three candidates.
CONSENT ITEMS (continued):
Vote to appoint Town Counsel
Rosemary Smedile indicated she prefers a person with town experience and that it is more cost effective
to have outside counsel.
Phil DeCologero made a MOTION, seconded by Tracy Watson that the Board of Selectmen appoint
Suzanne Egan as Town Counsel, subject to the Chairman and Town Manager negotiating a salary
not to exceed the range provided in the posted job description. Vote approved 3-1-1. Ms. Smedile
voted against. Mr. Stewart abstained.
Vote to approve revisions to Lake Cochichewick Boating Regulations (taken out of order)
Included in the packets were revisions to the Lake Cochichewick Boating Regulations proposed by the
Lake Study Group. Bruce Thibodeau and Peter Boynton were present to review the changes and answer
any questions.
Phil DeCologero made a MOTION, seconded by Rosemary Smedile that the Board of Selectmen
approve the revisions to the Lake Cochichewick Boating Regulations as presented. Vote approved
5-0.
Tracy Watson left the meeting at 8:40PM.
Vote to approve the Aggregation Plan to be submitted to the MA Department of Public Utilities
Included in the packets was the Aggregation Plan provide
office for 3 weeks as required by the Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities (DPU). Two comments
from residents were received. One stating he is against the Plan and the other asking about whether the
R2 rating discount will still apply, which it will. The Board needs to approve the plan before it can be sent
to the DPU for approval.
Phil DeCologero made a MOTION, seconded by Rosemary Smedile that the Board of Selectmen
approve the Aggregation Plan prepared by Colonial Power Group, Inc. Vote approved 4-0.
Request of North Andover Police Department to exclude heavy trucks from Greene Street
The North Andover Police Department is requesting the Board vote to exclude heavy trucks from Greene
Street due to the new configuration of the intersections. DPW reviewed and supports the request. The
Board was concerned with emergency vehicle access and where trucks would be rerouted.
Phil DeCologero made a MOTION, seconded by Donald Stewart, that the Board of Selectmen allow
the Town Manager to engage TEC to conduct a study of Greene Street and submit study to the
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Board for approval prior to sending to Massachusetts Department of Transportation. Vote
approved 4-0.
Approval to enter into agreement in excess of three years-PILOT and net metering credit agreement with
Osgood Solar, LLC
Included in the packets was an update of the solar projects in town along with a Memorandum of
Understanding between the Town and Osgood Solar, LLC. The Board was asked to approve the terms of
the PILOT Agreement and the Net Metering Credit Agreement and authorize the Town Manager to sign
the agreements.
Rosemary Smedile made a MOTION, seconded by Phil DeCologero, the Board of Selectmen
approve the PILOT Agreement between the Town and Osgood Solar, LLC pursuant to Article 27 of
the 2015 Annual Town Meeting and authorize the Town Manager to sign the PILOT Agreement for
a term of 20 years and approve the Net Metering Credit Agreement between the Town and Osgood
Solar, LLC pursuant to Article 29 of the 2015 Annual Town Meeting and authorize the Town
Manager to sign the Net Metering Credit Agreement for a term of 25 years, both in accordance
with the terms of the Memorandum of Understanding dated September 20, 2016. Vote approved 4-
0.
Request of Ray Santilli, Assistant Town Manager, to mark four parking spaces in front of Town Hall as
short-term parking for Town Hall business only
When Town Hall is completed there will be four parking spaces in front on Main Street. Assistant Town
Manager, Ray Santilli, asked the board to designate those four spaces as short term parking for Town
Hall business only.
Phil DeCologero made a MOTION seconded by Donald Stewart that the Board of Selectmen
designate the four spaces in front of Town Hall on Main Street as minute parking for Town Hall
business only. Vote approved 4-0.
Appointments
As requested by the Board, an RFP is being drafted to solicit proposals for Special Counsel. Until such
time as the Town has had a chance to assess the needs of the community, taking into account the hiring
of in house counsel, the Town Manager is recommending the Special Counsel appointments be extended
through the end of the fiscal year.
Special Counsel Appointment through June 30, 2017-Urbelis & Fieldsteel, LLP
Phil DeCologero made a MOTION, seconded by Donald Stewart that the Board of Selectmen
approve the appointment of the firm of Urbelis & Fieldsteel, LLP as Special Counsel through June
30, 2017. Vote approved 4-0.
Special Counsel Appointment through June 30, 2017 Kopelman & Paige, P.C.
Phil DeCologero made a MOTION, seconded by Donald Stewart that the Board of Selectmen
approve the appointment of the firm of KP Law as Special Counsel through June 30, 2017. Vote
approved 4-0.
Special Counsel Appointment through June 30, 2017 Collins, Loughran & Peloquin
Phil DeCologero made a MOTION, seconded by Donald Stewart that the Board of Selectmen
approve the appointment of the firm of Collins, Loughran & Peloquin as Special Counsel through
June 30, 2017. Vote approved 4-0.
Stacey Leibowitz to the Commission on Disability Issues
The Appointment Subcommittee is recommending Stacey Leibowitz be appointed to the Commission on
Disability Issues.
Phil DeCologero made a MOTION, seconded by Donald Stewart that the Board of Selectmen
approve the appointment of Stacey Leibowitz to the Commission on Disability Issues through
June 30, 2019. Vote approved 4-0.
LICENSING COMMISSIONERS:
Donald Stewart made a MOTION, seconded by Rosemary Smedile, to open a meeting of the North
Andover Licensing Commission. Vote approved 4-0.
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Paul Gallant of Merrimack College requests a One Day All Alcohol License for a ground breaking
ceremony on Friday, September 30, 2016 from 4:00PM-9:00PM at the Sanctuary Lounge
Donald Stewart made a MOTION, seconded by Richard Vaillancourt that the Board of Selectmen,
acting as Licensing Commissioners, approve the request of Merrimack College for a One Day All
Alcohol License for a ground breaking ceremony on Friday, September 30, 2016 from 4:00PM-
9:00PM at the Sanctuary Lounge. Vote approved 4-0.
Rosemary Smedile made a MOTION, seconded by Donald Stewart to close a meeting of the North
Andover Licensing Commission. Vote approved 4-0.
OLD BUSINESS:
None
NEW BUSINESS:
None
PUBLIC COMMENT:
None
Ask the manager
None
Job posting/vacancy log
The job posting/vacancy log was provided by the Human Resources Department.
ADJOURNMENT:
Donald Stewart made a MOTION, seconded by Phil DeCologero to adjourn the meeting at 9:15PM.
Vote approved 4-0.
Laurie A. Burzlaff
Executive Assistant
_______________________________
Rosemary Connelly Smedile, Clerk of the Board
Documents used at meeting:
Minutes of 5/2316 and 9/12/16
Resume of Eitan Goldberg
Resume of Suzanne P. Egan
Resume of Colleen Marie Mejia
Electric Aggregation Plan
Letter from Francis Hearst
Request for truck exclusion
Columbia Gas request
Lake Cochichewick revised regulations
IT Surplus list
Memorandum of Understanding/Solar memo
Letter/invoice from TIP
Volunteer form
Merrimack College request
Job posting/vacancy log
Certificate of Recognition
BOARD OF SELECTMEN MINUTES September 27, 2016
CALL TO ORDER: Chairman Richard Vaillancourt called the meeting to order at 5:10PM at the Senior
Center Conference Room.
ATTENDANCE: The following were present: Chairman Richard Vaillancourt, Clerk Rosemary Smedile,
Licensing Commissioner, Phil DeCologero, Donald Stewart, Tracy Watson, Town Manager Andrew
Maylor and Executive Assistant, Laurie Burzlaff. No members of the public were in attendance.
NEW BUSINESS:
The Board discussed the following items as part of the Strategic Planning Session for FY2018. No votes
were taken.
Finance
The Board stressed the need to sustain the AAA bond rating and a balanced budget, adhering to the
financial reserve policies adopted by the Board and Finance Committee in 2015.
Energy efficiency
The Board wants to continue to reduce or maintain energy costs. Rosemary Smedile stated although
there are now bigger buildings (Town Hall, Fire Station), the goal would be to keep energy costs the
same.
Capital
As the Town approaches the final phases of the Facility Master Plan, Richard Vaillancourt indicated that
work on the next Facility Master Plan should begin. The only municipal buildings not included in the
current Facility Master Plan were Fire Station #2, the library and the youth center. These would be
discussed as possible projects in the next Facility Master Plan.
Town documents
The Town Manager explained that the Town is in the process of recodify/updating the general bylaws,
zoning bylaws and policies. A company will be hired to recodify the bylaws and Town Counsel will be
reviewing the current policies and making suggested revisions for approval by the Board.
Economic Development
The Board discussed the need for the town to market North Andover to try to attract new businesses. The
Town Manager explained that Eric Kfoury, Director of Community and Economic Development, has been
meeting with local businesses to get their input on the concept of branding for the Town.
Downtown parking
The Town Manager indicated that parking downtown continues to be an issue even with the spaces that
were added last year. The Board instructed the town manager to research properties surrounding Town
Hall and report back to the board with options for either obtaining a right of first refusal or a taking by the
town.
Long term plan for Stevens Estate
The Board discussed the options for Stevens Estate and agreed that the Town should subdivide the
estate and sell the portion of land that the buildings are on and keep the surrounding land as open space.
Tracy Watson stressed the need for lodging in North Andover and suggested looking for a boutique hotel
with a high end restaurant.
Tree replacement program
The Board asked the Town Manager to set up the criteria for a tree replacement program where the town
would purchase and plant the trees and ask residents to take responsibility for watering them.
Board of Selectmen Minutes September 27, 2016 2
Master Plan
The Town Manager explained that Eric Kfoury and Ray Santilli are drafting an RFP for a company to work
with the Town on developing a Master Plan. It is expected that the RFP will be issued in the next month
or two and the Plan will take 2-3 years to complete.
Opioid issue
Phil DeCologero informed the Board that a new resource center has opened at the High School. The
Board would like the Town to continue to train first responders in dealing with the opioid issue and provide
outreach/education.
ADJOURNMENT:
Donald Stewart made a MOTION, seconded by Tracy Watson to adjourn the meeting at 7:00 p.m.
Vote approved 5-0.
Laurie A. Burzlaff
Executive Assistant
_______________________________
Rosemary Connelly Smedile, Clerk of the Board
Documents used at meeting:
Agenda
CURBSIDE LEAF
PICK UP for 2016
Will be the weeks of
October 31, November 14 &
November 28, 2016
LEAVES IN PAPER BAGS ONLY!!
The Truck will be on your street
ONCE EACH WEEK.
(ANY DAY not necessarily on trash day)
So bag up your leaves
(leaves ONLY please)
and put them curbside
(preferably Sunday night)
Rain or shine, leave them out
and they will be picked up.
The CYR Center will be open regular hours
EVERY DAY
except Sunday,
th
the week of December 5.
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Senior Center Monthly Report FY17
CategoryFY 17 TOTALS
Sep.
Jul.Aug.Oct.Nov.Dec.Jan.Feb.Mar.Apr.MayJun.
Community Education
Book Club 22
5710
Computer Classes 27
9612
ESA Educational Lectures 13
13
Lecture Series 245
7010966
News & Views 337
112118107
Heart to Heart 116
373742
Meetings Held @ Center
Cam Cable Meeting 36
121212
ESA Group Leaders Meetings 5
32
ESA Support Group Meetings 16
16
Merrimack Valley Philarmonic 24
888
NAMA 18
666
Women's Veteran's Group 75
252525
OE Group 225
757575
Friends Meeting 0
Triad 7
7
COA Board Meeting 12
12
Community Projects
Cuddles 317
10990118
Flea Market 0
Mr. Fix-It 24
5712
Selectmen's Breakfast 0
Congregate Meals 826
297197332
Fresh Table 343
103120120
Fitness/Exercise
General Fitness Classes 397
61157179
Zumba 226
6455107
Health Screenings
Walk In Clinic 151
603853
Foot Care 52
191617
Massage Therapist 13
445
Intergenerational
Nursing Students 9
54
Thompson School Student Social 0
Brooks School Students 0
Legal Assistance 16
2410
Senior Center Monthly Report FY17
FY 17 TOTALS
Sep.
Jul.Aug.Oct.Nov.Dec.Jan.Feb.Mar.Apr.MayJun.
Outreach / Advocacy
Meals On Wheels 4921
164016411640
Brown Bag Program 112
453631
Housing Outreach Cookouts 72
322812
Home Visits/Outreach Visits 54
41931
Office Consultation 12
57
Shine Counseling 4
4
Tax Consultant 0
Recreation
Art Class 36
1818
Bingo 626
204235187
Bowling 12
12
Bridge 852
270298284
Cards 136
454645
Chess 0
Computer Lab 119
334541
Golf 92
3557
Knitting & Crocheting 54
171819
Mahjong 36
101016
Quilting 16
457
Scrabble 44
131714
Woodcarving 63
191826
Transportation0
197
406592
Transportation (M-F) To/From Ctr.
72
212724
Transportation (Medicals)
138
445539
Transportation (Grocery)
Day Trip 63
182025
27
8910
Transportation (Social Off Site)
Socials
Socials - In House 189
3711537
Men's Breakfast 25
25
Supper Club 36
2412
Socials - Off Site 18
8010
GRAND TOTALS per Month 36593893 4026000000000 11578
PotholeWebsiteQuestion/BrokenLinkConservationIssues/Concerns
ResolvedResolvedInProcessReceivedResolvedReceivedResolvedReceivedResolvedInProcessReceived
292275.86207
PercentResolved:
TotalResolved:
NorthAndoverReportIt!
TotalReports:
CountofReportType
September2016
NotListed-OtherPolice-Traffic/Other
(non-emergency
only)
412113211211
CountofReportType
DPW-OtherDPW-TreeHealthIssues/
Concerns
InProcessInProcess
ResolvedResolvedReceivedResolvedReceivedResolvedReceivedResolvedReceived
Status
Police-Traffic/Other(non-emergencyonly)
WebsiteQuestion/BrokenLinkWebsiteQuestion/BrokenLink
ConservationIssues/ConcernsConservationIssues/Concerns
HealthIssues/Concerns
Status
CountofReportType
NotListed-OtherNotListed-Other
ReportType
DPW-Other
DPW-Tree
ReportType
Pothole
86420
141210
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,673.40$11,673.40$1,134.0010,539.4014.05%$100,925.18$513.00100,412.1866.06%
Total
$
$
$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$513.00
$11,673.40$1,134.00$100,925.18
14.05%66.06%
10,539.40100,412.18
June
$
$
$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$11,673.40$96,988.87
$1,134.0010,539.4014.05%$351.0096,637.8763.58%
May
$ $
$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$11,673.40$1,134.00$91,596.47$36.00
10,539.4014.05%91,560.4760.24%
Apr
$ $
$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$11,673.40$81,788.84
$1,134.0010,539.4014.05%$36.0081,752.8453.78%
Mar
$ $
$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$11,673.40$1,134.00$67,674.31$36.00
10,539.4014.05%67,638.3144.50%
Feb
$ $
$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$11,673.40$62,958.15
$1,134.0010,539.4014.05%$36.0062,922.1541.40%
Jan
$ $
$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$11,673.40$1,134.00$51,941.15$36.00
10,539.4014.05%51,905.1534.15%
Dec
$ $
$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$11,673.40$45,074.15
$1,134.0010,539.4014.05%$36.0045,038.1529.63%
Town of North Andover
Nov
Legal Summary
Fiscal 2017
$ $
$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$11,673.40$1,134.00$38,828.15$36.00
10,539.4014.05%38,792.1525.52%
Oct
$ $
$180.00$252.00$144.00$576.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$576.00$11,673.40$31,208.15
$1,134.0010,539.4014.05%$36.0031,172.1520.51%
Sept
$ $
$405.00$882.00$1,206.00$2,043.00$45.00$4,581.00$0.00$1,224.00$54.00$1,278.00$0.00$5,859.00$11,097.40$20,931.78
$882.0010,215.4013.62%$0.0020,931.7813.77%
Aug
$ $
$94.40$324.00$1,476.00$1,629.00$1,427.00$144.00$5,094.40$0.00$144.00$144.00$0.00$5,238.40$5,238.40$6,921.64
5,238.406.98%6,921.644.55%
July
$ $
$75,000.00$152,000.00
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Legal Services -ZBA
Total Consultants
Account
Total Kopelman
CPA Account*
Town Unions
Total Urbelis
Total Collins
FY 17 Budget/Running TotalFY 16 Budget/Running Total
Edith M Netter & Associates
Historic District Commission
American Arbitration Association
Human Resources Related
August/Cable TV Contract
Promotion Bypass - Police
Affordable Housing Trust
Community Preservation
Promotion Bypass - Fire
Town Meeting/ElectionsWater/Sewer Enterprise
General Labor Services
General Legal ServicesGeneral Legal ServicesGeneral Legal Services
Safe Routes to School
Documents & postage
Description
Negotiations - Police
Negotiations - Other
Discipline- Dispatch
Document Request
Records Requests
Negotiations - FireDiscipline - Other
Discipline - Police
Other Land Use
Discipline - Fire
Planning Board
Zoning Board
ProcurementSolar Project
Public Safety
% of Budget% of Budget
FY17 NetFY16 Net
CPA CPA
Cost Allocations
Urbelis, et. al.
Collins, et. al.
ConsultantsConsultants
Arbitration
Law Firm
KP Law
TOTAL