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SELECT BOARD MINUTES AUGUST 9, 2021
Call To Order: Chairperson Laura Bates called the meeting to order at 7:00PM in the Town Hall Select Board Meeting
Room. The open session meeting was recorded.
Attendance: Chairperson Laura Bates, Janice Phillips, Rosemary Smedile, Richard Vaillancourt, Chris Nobile, Town
Manager Melissa Murphy Rodrigues were present.
Public Comment
Ms. Bates stated there were no public comments.
Master Plan Implementation Committee quarterly report
Stan Limpert was present at the meeting to give the committee’s quarterly report. Mr. Vaillancourt asked about the metrics
and strategies. Mr. Limpert explained the committee is trying to figure out, on a case by case basis, where the committee can
be the most helpful.
Update on COVID-19
Ms. Rodrigues gave an update on COVID-19:
1) 20 cases down from 32 the week before
2) 70% of residents are vaccinated
3) 90% over 65 are fully vaccinated
4) Predominant strain is the Delta Variant, 68% in region 1 are the Delta Variant
5) Percentages are based on pool testing. Vaccinated people are having very mild symptoms so they may not be
seeking any testing.
(OUT OF ORDER) Chris Buco was present at the meeting. Mr. Buco explained that due to COVID he would like to
postpone the Crafts for a Cure fundraiser until the spring. (Agenda Item: New Business- E)
Update on Senior Center
Ms. Rodrigues gave the update on the construction steps for the new Senior Center. Ms. Bates asked about the timeline for
completion. Ms. Rodrigues stated approximately 18 months.
Confirm Town Manager appointments to the Board of Assessors
Ms. Rodrigues introduced the newest member of the Board of Assessors, Nicole Hruban (present at meeting).
MOTION: Ms. Smedile moved that the Select Board confirm the appointments of Bryan Perry to the Board of Assessors for a
term ending June 30, 2022, Christin Colwell to the Board of Assessors for a term ending June 30, 2023 and Nicole Hruban
for a term ending June 30, 2024. Ms. Phillips seconded. Motion approved 5-0.
Appointment of election officers per MGL Chapter 54, Section 12
Ms. Rodrigues explained the role of the MBTA Advisory Board and Andrew Shapiro as the representative.
MOTION: Mr. Vaillancourt motioned to move that the Select Board appoint Andrew Shapiro as the authorized designee on
the MBTA Advisory Board. Ms. Phillips seconded. Motion approved 5-0.
Request of Carol Bradstreet of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation to use streets in North Andover for the annual Great
Strides Walkathon on May 21, 2022 from 8:00AM to 12:00PM
MOTION: Ms. Smedile motioned to move that the Select Board approve the request of Carol Bradstreet of the Cystic
Fibrosis Foundation to use streets in North Andover for the annual Great Strides Walkathon on May 21, 2022 from 8:00AM
to 12:00PM. Mr. Vaillancourt seconded. Motion approved 5-0.
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Request of Diane Flahive on behalf of Neurofibromatosis Northeast to use Salem, Ingalls, Forest, Boxford, Foster,
Winter and Dale streets for the annual Coast to a Cure bike ride on September 11, 2021
MOTION: Ms. Phillips motioned to move that the Select Board approve the request of Diane Flahive on behalf of
Neurofibromatosis Northeast to use Salem, Ingalls, Forest, Boxford, Foster, Winter and Dale streets for the annual Coast to
a Cure bike ride on September 11, 2021. Ms. Smedile seconded. Motion approved 5-0.
Request of Lieutenant Matt Davis to use Veterans Park on September 11, 2021 for the 9/11 remembrance ceremony
MOTION: Ms. Smedile motioned to move that the Select Board approve the request of Lieutenant Matt Davis to use
Veterans Park on September 11, 2021 for the 9/11 remembrance ceremony. Ms. Phillips seconded. Motion approved 5-0.
Request of St. Michael Parish to hold their annual Parish Mass and Picnic at the Town Common on September 12,
2021 from 9:00AM to 5:00PM
MOTION: Ms. Smedile motioned to move that the Select Board approve the request of St. Michael Parish to hold their
annual Parish Mass and Picnic at the Town Common on September 12, 2021 from 9:00AM to 5:00PM. Mr. Nobile
seconded. Motion approved 5-0.
Request of Jeyanthi Ghatraju of the Indian Association of Greater Boston to proclaim August 15, 2021 as India Day
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MOTION: Ms. Phillips motioned to move that the Select Board proclaim August 15 as India Day. Mr. Nobile seconded
Motion approved 5-0.
LICENSING
MOTION: Mr. Nobile motioned to open a meeting of the North Andover Licensing Commission. Mr. Vaillancourt seconded.
Motion approved 5-0.
PUBLIC HEARING-Application from The Candy Dish, LLC for an all alcohol off premise package store liquor
license at 1820 Turnpike Street
MOTION: Mr. Vaillancourt motioned to move to open the public hearing for the application from The Candy Dish, LLC for
an all alcohol off premise package store liquor license at 1820 Turnpike Street. Ms. Bates seconded. Motion approved 5-0.
Melissa DiMinico and Shauna Semenza, owners of Candy Dish, were present at the meeting introducing their new business.
MOTION: Mr. Vaillancourt motioned to move to close the public hearing for the application from The Candy Dish, LLC for
an all alcohol off premise package store liquor license at 1820 Turnpike Street. Ms. Bates seconded. Motion approved 5-0.
MOTION: Ms. Smedile motioned to move that the Select Board, acting as licensing commissioners approve the application
from The Candy Dish, LLC for an all alcohol off premise package store liquor license at 1820 Turnpike Street. Ms. Phillips
seconded. Motion approved 5-0.
MOTION: Ms. Phillips motioned to move that the Select Board, acting as licensing commissioners approve the application
from The Candy Dish, LLC for an Annual Entertainment license at 1820 Turnpike Street. Mr. Vaillancourt seconded. Motion
approved 5-0.
PUBLIC HEARING- Application from Toasted Brothers North Andover, LLC d/b/a The Friendly Toast for
an all alcohol on premise restaurant liquor license at 550 Turnpike Street
MOTION: Ms. Phillips motioned to move to open the public hearing for the application from Toasted Brothers North
Andover, LLC d/b/a The Friendly Toast for an all alcohol on premise restaurant liquor license at 550 Turnpike Street. Ms.
Bates seconded. Motion approved 5-0.
Scott Pulver, owner, and Diane, acting general manager, were present at the meeting introducing their new business.
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MOTION: Mr. Vaillancourt motioned to move to the public hearing for the application from Toasted Brothers North
Andover, LLC d/b/a The Friendly Toast for an all alcohol on premise restaurant liquor license at 550 Turnpike Street. Ms.
Smedile seconded. Motion approved 5-0.
MOTION: Ms. Smedile motioned to move that the Select Board, acting as licensing commissioners approve the application
from Toasted Brothers North Andover, LLC d/b/a The Friendly Toast for an all alcohol on premise restaurant liquor license
at 550 Turnpike Street. Ms. Bates seconded. Motion approved 5-0.
MOTION: Ms. Smedile motioned to move that the Select Board, acting as licensing commissioners approve the application
from Toasted Brothers North Andover, LLC d/b/a The Friendly Toast for a Common Victualler License and an Annual
Entertainment License at 550 Turnpike Street. Ms. Phillips seconded. Motion approved 5-0.
Application from Thordori Londi of Londis, Inc. d/b/a Londis Famous Roast Beef and Pizza for a Common Victualler
License and an Annual Entertainment License at 350 Winthrop Avenue
Thordori Londi was present at the meeting.
MOTION: Mr. Vaillancourt motioned to move that the Select Board, acting as licensing commissioners approve the
application from Thordori Londi of Londis, Inc. d/b/a Londis Famous Roast Beef and Pizza for a Common Victualler License
and an Annual Entertainment License at 350 Winthrop Avenue. Ms. Phillips seconded. Motion approved 5-0.
Application for a Change of Manager from Walgreens of Massachusetts, LLC d/b/a Walgreens #10209 located at 800
Waverly Road
The manager from Walgreens, Alison Wells, at 800 Waverly Rd was present at the meeting. Mr. Nobile asked how wine
deliveries happen at their location. Ms. Wells stated they work with FedEx to distribute and their handhelds prompt them to
check IDs before a pick up is made.
MOTION: Ms. Smedile motioned to move that the Select Board, acting as licensing commissioners approve the application
for a Change of Manager from Walgreens of Massachusetts, LLC d/b/a Walgreens #10209 located at 800 Waverly Road. Ms.
Bates seconded. Motion approved 5-0.
Clarification on requirements for one day special liquor license applications
Mr. Nobile explained the process and requirements of applying for a one day special liquor license. Mr. Nobile asked
applicants to be attentive to the 30 day window so that it does not have to be rushed.
(Out of order) Applications from Kate Bibeau of The Stevens Coolidge Place for two (2) one day wine and malt liquor
licenses and waiver of police detail for a garden party on August 21, 2021 from 12:00PM to 7:00PM and a community
picnic on September 19, 2021 from 10:00AM to 6;00PM
Kate Bibeau was present at the meeting. Ms. Bibeau mentioned the 8/21 meeting will need a liquor drop off on Thursday
8/19 and a pick up on 8/26. Mr. Nobile asked about the police detail. Ms. Bates raised concern with the weeklong storage of
alcohol on premises. Ms. Bibeau stated she would speak with the vendor. Mr. Vaillancourt asked why there was a request
for a waiver of the police detail. Ms. Bibeau mentioned she felt there was not a need for the police detail. Ms. Rodrigues
stated the Police Department approved not having the detail.
MOTION: Mr. Vaillancourt motioned to move that the Select Board, acting as licensing commissioners approve the
applications from Kate Bibeau of The Stevens Coolidge Place for two one day wine and malt liquor licenses for a garden
party on August 21, 2021 from 12:00PM to 7:00PM and to allow for storage of liquor on premises from August 19-August
26th and a community picnic on September 19, 2021 from 10:00AM to 6;00PM and further move to waive the police detail.
Ms. Bates seconded. Motion approved 5-0.
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Application from Armen Jeknavorian on behalf of St. Gregory’s Church for a one day wine and malt liquor license at
159 Main Street on September 12, 2021 from 12:00PM to 6:00PM for a picnic/festival and request to waive the
application fee
MOTION: Mr. Vaillancourt motioned to move that the Select Board, acting as licensing commissioners approve the
application from Armen Jeknavorian on behalf of St. Gregory’s Church for a one day wine and malt liquor license at 159
Main Street on September 12, 2021 from 12:00PM to 6:00PM for a picnic/festival and further move to waive the application
fee. Ms. Phillips seconded. Motion approved 5-0.
Applications from Deborah Ingalls of Butlers and Bars for three one day liquor licenses for the following events in the
large event tent and request for waiver of the police details:
1. All alcohol license for a wedding ceremony and reception on August 14, 2021 from 4:00PM to 10:00PM
2. All alcohol license for a wedding ceremony and reception on September 4, 2021 from 4:00PM to 10:00PM
3. Wine and Malt license for a charity dinner on August 17, 2021 from 3:30PM to 8:00PM
Ms. Rodrigues mentioned Smolak Farms has applied for a catering license which would eliminate the need for one day
licenses. Ms. Phillips asked how it would work with police details. Ms. Rodrigues stated with a catering license they would
not need a police detail.
MOTION: Mr. Vaillancourt motioned to move that the Select Board, acting as licensing commissioners approve the
applications from Deborah Ingalls of Butlers and Bars for three one day liquor licenses for events on August 14, 2021,
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September 4, 2021 and August 17, 2021 and further move to waive the police detail for the charity dinner on August 17. Ms.
Smedile seconded. Motion approved 5-0.
Application from Tricia Dunphy of Smolak Farms for five (5) one day wine and malt liquor license from 10:00AM to
5:00PM in the Farm Stand tent on August 14 and 15, 2021 for the Peach Festival and on September 4, 5 and 6, 2021
for the Fall Festival
MOTION: Ms. Bates motioned to Move that the Select Board, acting as licensing commissioners approve the application
from Tricia Dunphy of Smolak Farms for five one day wine and malt liquor license from 10:00AM to 5:00PM in the Farm
Stand tent on August 14 and 15, 2021 for the Peach Festival and on September 4, 5 and 6, 2021 for the Fall Festival. Ms.
Phillips seconded. Motion approved 5-0.
MOTION: Mr. Vaillancourt motioned to close a meeting of the North Andover Licensing Commission. Ms. Smedile
seconded. Motion approved 5-0.
CONSENT ITEMS
A. Accept donations to Elder Services
B. Request of Kathy Shelp, Director of Elder Services to surplus property
C. Request of Fire Chief John Weir to surplus property
D. Accept donation in the amount of $2,000 from McDonalds to Youth and Recreation Services
MOTION: Ms. Phillips motioned to move that the Select Board approve and accept all consent items. Mr. Nobile seconded.
Motion approved 5-0.
APPROVAL OF OPEN SESSION MINUTES OF July 12, 2021
MOTION: Ms. Phillips motioned to approve the Open Session minutes of July 12, 2021. Ms. Smedile seconded. Motion
approved 5-0.
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TOWN MANAGER’S REPORT
Ms. Rodrigues gave the following report:
- Finance Director Lyne Savage received the finance report award
- Mosquito spraying will be August 10th
- National Night Out recognition to the Police Department
SELECT BOARD COMMENTS
- Summer concert series
- Farmers Market
ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: Mr. Vaillancourt made a MOTION, seconded by Ms. Phillips to adjourn the meeting at 8:26PM. Motion
approved 5-0.
Respectfully submitted,
Jillian A. Brothers
Executive Assistant
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Rosemary Connolly-Smedile, Clerk of the Board
Documents used at meeting:
License request
Memorandum
Letter
Application for request
Minutes
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