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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2004 Annual Town Report The cover of the 2004 Annual Town Report is dedicated to two outstanding building and renovation projects. The renovation of Town Hall Offices at 120 Main Street and the construction of the New North Andover High School both opened and re-opened their doors in 2004. The Town Hall Renovation began in August 2003 and offices returned in August of 2004. The existing building had no accessibility, no vault space, no air conditioning and severe office limitations. The project's architect, Kang Associates saw the potential and beauty of this grand old building and gave it a new life. Through a vote of the people at Town Meeting, additional Community Preservation funding, and a dedicated renovation committee led by Keith A. Mitchell, the historic flavor of the building was enhanced. The project took the building to its shell, added a three story addition, and elevator brought complete access to the entire building, the Senior Center, and the Fire Station. Two small and a large meeting room were added to enable committees and boards to meet at our Town Building. Additional office space provides better customer service and working conditions. A spacious fire-proof, climate controlled, archival vault finally provides a proper place for all the Town's documents and records. The Town Hall Decorating Committee's dedication to every detail brings the beauty and history of Town North Andover alive. This building is truly the "House of the People" and a source of great pride to our community and those who visit. HJstodcall.~ Preserxed Exlurim' Alchlxal Vault ~ I'ov.n Recolds Mark Rees and Roscmar5 Smedile Open House March 19. 2005 ~elc*me Tmon ttal] Open House Open House ReIYeshlnents TABLE OF CONTENTS North Andover Service LisUngs Our Town Town Offices Town Officers and Commi~ees Genera[ Government Board of SeLectmen and Town Manager Assessors O¢fice Town Treasurer Tow~] Clerk Community Development and Sendces Community Development and Services Animat Inspector Zoning Board of AppeaLs Building Department Conservation Commission Council on Aging Health Department Historical Commission P[annlng Department Recreation Department Stevens Memorial Library Veterans' Services Youth Services Department Division of PubUc Safety Emergency Management Fire Department Police Department Division of Public Works - Division of PubLic Works Division of Community Services 3 Affirmative Action Program 4 Commission on Disability ~ssues 9 Housing AuthoHty School Department 13 School Committee Superintendent of Schools/Schools and Departments 16 17 19 20 Financial Reports 21 Executive Summary Revenue Status 22 Revenues Status 23 Executive Summary Budget Status 25 Budget Status 26 Water FY03 Operating Results 27 Sewer FY03 Operating ResuLts 28 Stevens Estate at Osgood Hill 29 FY03 Operating ResuLts 34 School EnrolLment on October 1 35 Town Meetings and Elections AnnuaL Town Election, March 30, 2004 Annua[ Town IVleeting Minutes, May 10, 2004 37 38 39 Supplement Report on Examination of Basic Financial Statements for the Fiscal Year ended 3une 30, 2004 42 49 50 50 52 52 71 69 112 113 118 120 129 130 131 I32 North Andover Service Listings Our Town INCORPORATED April 7, 1855 SITUATION About 24 miles north of Boston Latitude 42°40" Longitude 71°7'' COUNTY Essex POPULATION 29,054 AREA Approximately 26.63 square miles ELEVATION 91 feet .847 inches above sea level at Town Building TOWN HALL Built in 1925 SENATORS IN CONGRESS Edward Kennedy (617) 565 -3170 John Kerry (617) 565-8519 REPRESENTATIVE IN CONGRESS John Tierney (508) 531-1669 STATE REPRESENTATIVES 14th Essex--Precincts 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6 David M. Torrisi (617) 722-2396 18th Essex--Precincts 7 and 8 Barbara A. Ultalien (617) 722-2100 STATE SENATORS 1st Essex Precincts 1, 4, 6, and 8 Steven Baddour (617) 722-1604 1st Essex and Middlesex Precincts 2, 3, 5, a~zd 7 Bruce E. Tan' (617) 722-1600 ASSESSED VALUATION Real Estate Only Personal Property Total $4,059,826,400 $56,331,150 $4,116,157,550 TAX RATE For the period from July 1, 2003-June 30, 2004 Residential $11.52, Commercial $12.59 TAX BILLS Tax bills are paid quarterly. Payments are due on August 1, November 1, February 1, and May 1. If unpaid by due date, interest will be added according to law from the date due to the date payment is made. Motor Vehicle Excise is due thirty days from date of issuance. Water bills are issued quarterly and are due 30 days from date of issuance. ANNUAL TOWN ELECTION Last Tuesday in March TOWN MEETING Open Town Meeting Meets in May PRECINCT VOTING LOCATIONS* All precincts vote at North Andover High School, 430 Osgood St. Polls open 7:00 n.M. until 8:00 ~'.M. Call Town Clerk's Office at (978) 688-9501 for information. *Polling locations subject to change. FIRE DEPARTMENT 124 Main Street Emergency: 911 PHONE: (978) 688-9590 FAX: (978) 688-9594 BUSINESS HOURS: 8:30--4:30 POLICE DEPARTMENT 566 Main Street Emergency: 911 PHONE: (978) 683-3168 FAX: (978) 681-1 ]72 TTY: (978) 683-3168 HOURS: 24 hours a day PUBLIC LIBRARY 345 Main St~t PHONE: (978) 688-9505 FAX: (978) 688-9507 HOURS: Hease call for hours PUBLIC WORKS 384 Osgood Street PHONE: (978) 685-0950 FAX: (938) 688-9573 HOURS: Office 8:30-4:30 SENIOR CENTER 120R Main Street PHONE: (978) 688-9560 FAX: (978) 688-9563 HOURS: 8:30-4:30 TOWN MANAGER 120 Main Street PHONE: (978) 688 -95 l0 FAX: (978) 688-9556 TOWN CLERK 120 Main Street Town Offices PHONE: (978) 688-9500 FAX: (978) 688-9557 HOURS: - Monday-Friday 8:30-4:30 SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION 43 High Street PHONE: (9'78) 794-1503 FAX: (978) 794-0231 HOURS: 8:00-4:30 North Andover High School 430 Osgood Street (978) 794-1711 North Andover Middle School 495 Main Street (978) 794-1870 Atkinson Elementary School 11l Phillips Brook Road (978) 794-0124 Bradstreet Early Childhood Center 70 Main Street (978) 794-1677 Franklin Elementary School 2 Cypress Terrace (978) 794-1990 Kittredge Elementary School 601 Main Street (978) 794-1688 Sargent Elementary School 300 Abbott Street (978) 794-3673 Thomson Elementary School 266 Waverly Road (978) 794-1545 ASSESSORS 120 Main S~'eet PHONE: (978) 688-9566 FAX: (978) 688-9556 Exemption Applications Motor Vehicle Excise Questions Property Assessments Tax Rate Information BOARD OF HEALIH 400 Osgood Street PHONE: (978) 688-9540 Communicable D/senses/nfo/Surveillance Environmental Health Concerns Food Establishment Permits/Complaints Food Sanitation Training Programs Health Screening: Blood Pressure, TB Home Visits Housing: Requirements for safe and sanitary housing Influenza Nuisance and Sanitation Complaints Public Swimming Pool Permits Rabies Vaccination Clinics: Dogs and Cats Recreational Camp Permits Subsurface Sewage Disposal: Permits and Information on Location Tanning & Massage Est. Permits Tobacco Control Program Vaccine Depot Well Drilling Permits BUILDING DEPARTMENT 400 Osgood Street PHONE: (978) 688-9545 ADA Coordinator Building Permits Building Information Demolition Permits Fireplace & Chinmey Permits Gas Permits Masonry Permits Occupancy Permits Plumbing Permits Relocating Structure Permits Replacement Door Permits Replacement Window Permits Roofing Permits Sealer of Weight and Measures Sign Permits Swimming Pool Permits Tent Permits Vinyl Siding Permits Woodstove Permits Zoning By-Law Enforcement/Questions COMMISSION ON DISABILITIES American Disabilities Act Coordinator CONSERVATION COMMISSION 400 Osgood Street PHONE: (978) 688-9530 Wetlands Information COUNCIL ON AGING-SENIOR CENTER 120R Main Street PHONE: (978) 688-9560 HOURS: Monday-Friday 8:30-4:30 Alzheimer's Identification/Intervention Program Assistance Programs Blood Pressure Clinics Choral Group Discussion Group Educational Programs Elders at Risk Fitness Programs Free Pamphlets Friendly Visitor Program Fund-Raising Handicapped Accessible Health Care Proxy Health Screenings Home Care Services Homestead Act Immunization Programs Income Tax Assistance Informational and Referral Lectures Lending Library Lunch Program Magazines and Newspapers Meals on Wheels Memorials Monthly Parties Newsletter Outreach Recreational Programs Senior/Disabled Tax Relief Program SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs for Elders) Telephone Reassurance Program Transportation Programs: Medical & Grocery ShoppingVolunteer Opportunities Weight Maintenance Program Widows/Widowers Support Group EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT SERVICES PHONE: (978) 688-4904 Auxiliary Police Disaster Services Evacuation Coordination Services Liaison for State and Federal Agencies Local Emergency Planning Committee Radio Communication Capability with Local, State and Federal Agencies EMERGENCY blEDICAL SERVICES PHONE: 911 FIRE DEPARTMENT 124 Main Street PHONE: Emergency 911 Non-Emergency (978) 688-9590 Blasting Permits Burning Permits 1/15-5/1 Fire Prevention Fire Inspection - Smoke Detectors Flammable Liquids/LP Gas Permits Oil Heat Appliance Installation Sprinkler Fire Alarm Plan Review Sprinkler Installation Underground Fuel Tank Installation/Removal Permits LIBRARY 345 Main Street PHONE: (978) 688-9505 FAX: (978) 688-9507 Anne Bradstreet Collection Book Discussion Series Books Books on Tapes Boston Globe on CD-ROM Camcorder Cassette Players Computers (PC and Mac) Conference Room Dial-Up Access Exhibits Friends of Stevens Memorial Library Geneology and Local History Handicapped Accessible Inter-Library Loan Language Tapes Large Print Books Magazines and Newspapers Meeting Room Merrimack Valley Library Consortium Member Museum Passes Music CDs On-line Periodical Database Original Art for Loan Phonedisc Photocopies (reduce and enlarge) Records Rental Books Reference Services Special Programs for Adults and Young Adults Storyhours/Children's Programs Talking Books for the Blind Tax Forms Television with Cable TV Hook-up Videos PARKING CLERK 120 Main Street PHONE: (978) 688-9550 Parking Ticket Information/Payment PERSONNEL Town Hall 120 Main Street PHONE: (978) 688-9516 Town Employment Opportunities PLANNING 400 Osgood Street PHONE: (978) 688-9535 Flood Maps Planning Board Agendas Site Plan Review Subdivision Plans Zoning By-Law Zoning Map Information POLICE DEPARTMENT 566 Main Street PHONE: Emergency 911 Non-Emergency (978) 683-3168 FAX: (978) 681-1172 TrY: (978) 683-3168 Adult Police Academy Alcohol Server Training Information Animal Control Auction Permits Bicycle Helmet Sales Bicycle Registration Burial Permits (Non-Business Hours) Business Security Surveys Car Seat Loan Program Child Identification Program Citizen Advisory Council Community Policing Crime Watch D.A.R.E. Program Detective Hot Line Firearm Permits School Safety Qnestions Student Police Academy Town Emergencies (Non-Business Hours) Traffic Control and Safety Issues PUBLIC WORKS 384 Osgood Street PHONE: (978) 685-0950 EMERGENCY (Non-Business Hours): (978) 683-3168 FAX: (978) 688-9573 HOURS: Monday-Friday 8:30-4:30 Field and Park Maintenance Boat and Fishing Permits - Lake Cochichewick Pothole and Road Hazard Repairs Public Tree Issues Recycling Permits Sewer Connections Sewer Blockages Snow Removal Regulations Street/Sidewalk Resurfacing Info. Trash & Recycling Collection Info. Water Connections Water Leaks Water Main Replacement Water Meters Watershed Information RECREATION PHONE: (978) 688-9579 Arts in the Parks/Children's Theatre Band Concerts Boys Basketball Held/Park Administration Field/Playground Permits Field Trips Girls Basketball Gifts Softball Indoor/Outdoor Skating Information Parent Guide to Children's Resources. Playground Areas Program Information/Registration Seasonai Employmen t/Vol tm teer Opportanities Sports Organization Information Tennis Court Passes Women's Softball SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION - SUPERINTENDENTS OFFICE 43 High Street PHONE: (978) 794-1503 FAX: (978) 794-0231 Art:K-12 Athletics (794-31 ~4) Community Schools Program (978-794.3080) Day Care Programs Breakfast Club Extended Kindergarten KidStop! EXCEL Enrichment Program High School SAT Prep High School Driver Education Men's Basketball Summer School Academic Remediation Camps Technology Training Computers: K- 12 (978-794-3144) Continuing Education (978-794-1711 ) English as a Second Language Literary Publications Music: K-12 Physical Education: K-12 (978-794-3144) Special Education: Pre-School-12 (978-794-1717) SCHOOL CLOSINGS When weather conditions cause schools to be closed or to delay their openings, PLEASE DO NOT CALL THE SCHOOL DEPARTMENT, POLICE DEPAKFMENT, OR FIRE DEPARTMENT. Announcements are made on GOVERNMENT ACCESS CHANNEL 22, local television stations (WBZ--Channel 4, WCVB--Channel 5, WHDH--Channel 7) and radio stations (WBZ AM, WRKO AM, WBMX FM, WCCM AM, WLLH AM WHAV AM). SELECTMEN'S OFFICE Town Hail, Second Floor PHONE: (978) 688-9510 Appointments--Boards/Commissions Selectmen's Meeting Agendas Utilities Heatings STEVENS ESTATE AT OSGOOO HILL 723 Osgood St. PHONE: (978) 682-7072 Facility Rental Information TOWN CLERK Town Hall, Main Floor PHONE: (978) 688-9500--General Information (978) 688-9501--Town Clerk Absentee Ballots Alcoholic Liquor License Appointed Committee Listing Automatic Amusement Device License Birth Certificates Bowling Alley/Billiard License Business Certificates Census Information/Jury List Certification of Petitions Class I--Dealer License Class II--Used Cars License Class [il--Junk Dealer License Common Victualler License Coordinates Annual Town Report Death Certificates Dog License--due January 1 Elected Officials Current Listing Entertainment License Fishing and Hunting License Justice of the Peace Marriage License Massachusetts Income Tax Forms Nomination Papers Notary Public Passports Raffle Permits Residential Street Listing Voter Registration TREASURER/TAX COLLECTOR Town Hall, Main Floor PHONE: (978) 688-9550 Betterments Motor Vehicle Excise Tax Payments Municipal Lien Certificates Parking Ticket Payments Real Estate Information/Payments Water/Sewer Bill Payments VETERANS' SERVICES Town Hall PHONE: (978) 682-6378 All Veteran Benefits Discharge Papers Recorded Flags and Holders for Graves Headstones and Grave Markers Veterans' Assistance YOUTH SERVICES 33 Johnson St. PHONE: (978) 682-9000/688-9515 EMERGENCY BF~.PER: (508) 38'7-4919 Crisis Intervention Information and Referral Social Programs Recreation Programs Juvenile Court Services Support Services Student-Run Services Adventure Programs Ropes Course Clothes Closet Summer Programs Job Bank Peer Mediation .loseph N. Hermann Youth Center Prevention Programs 24-Hour Emergency Response Attendance Officer Holiday Giving Program Parenting Programs Family Services Youth Concert Series Town Officers and Committees Officiats and Term Expiration Oates ACCOUNTANT~ Lyne Savage (2007) ASSESSORS, BOARD OF: David J. Minicucci, Chairperson George R. Barker, Jr. Ernest Jones (2005) (2005) (2005) CABLE W COMMITI'EE~ George I. Dague, Chairperson (2005) Thomas M. ~inelli (2006) Randy Schmid (2006) Arthur S. Fundeklian (2007) Robert S. Parker (2005) David W. Greet (2007) George Johnson (2005) COMMUNITY ACCESS & MEDIA, BOARD OF DIRECTORS David W. Greer, Chairperson~ (2006) William E Evoy~ (2007) John W. Graham~ (2006) Ramsey A. Bahrawya (2005) Nancy E. Alpert (Appt. by School Supt.) (2007) Eleanor Pye, Executive Director COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT & SERVICES, DIVISION OF2 Heidi Griffin, Director COMMUNITY PRESERVATION COMMITTEEz John Simons, Chairperson Felipe Schwarz Joanne Comerford John T. Mabon Linda E. Tremblay William P. McEvoy Ronald S. Beadrick Michael E. Coghlan Thomas P. Coppa (2007) (2005) (2006) (2007) (2007) (2005) (2005) (2007) (2006) CONSERVATION COMMISSION~ Scott Masse, Chairperson Albert P. Manzi, Jr. Deborah Feltovic Joseph W. Lynch John Mabon (2007) (2005) (2006) (2007) (2007) Sean E McDonough (2006) COUNCIL ON AGING~ John Graham, Chairperson (2005) Albert S. Movesian (2006) Maria V. Rosati (2006) William E Callahan (2007) Elizabeth Pokier (2007) James Cassidy (2007) Patricia A. Long (2005) Margaret V. Shaheen (2007) Deidre Edwards-Reid (2005) Irene O'Brien, Director, Elder Services COMMISSION ON DISABILITY ISSUES~ James F. Lyons, Jr., Chairperson (2005) Barbara Currier (2006) Donald B. Stewart (2006) Nancy D. Murphy (2006) Richard A. Catino, Jr. (2005) Brenda Pierro Savary (2007) EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY~ (i7005) Jeffrey J. Coco, Director John J. Coco, Deputy Director Richard Stanley, Police Services Officer William Dolan, Warning Services Officer Richard C. Boettcher, OIC Aux./Special Police William M. Hastings, Communications Officer lxonard Somers, Education and Training Officer John Savastano, Senior Operations Officer Richard T. Shanghnessy, Operations Officer Robert Scanlon, Operations Officer David W. Gmer, Operations Officer FINANCE COMMIITEE4 Jack Watkins, Chairperson (2006) Bernice Fink Paul Stewart Panla Porten Keith Mitchell Melinda Coppa (2005) (2006) (2005) (2006) (2007) Appointed by Selectmen Appointed by Town Manager Replacement by vote of remaining members Appointed by Town Moderator fiNANCE & ADMINISTRATION, DIVISION OF2 Linda Case)', Director fiRE CHIEFa William V. Dolnn GREATER LAWRENCE COMMUNITY ACTION COUNCID William P. McEvoy GREATER LAWRENCE REGIONAL TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT COMMITTEE REPRESENTATIVEs Mark Ford (2005) GREATER LAWRENCE SANITARY DISTRICr REPRESENTATIVEa Leonard J. Degnan (2006) BOARD OF HEALTH2 Jonathan Markey, Chairperson Cheryl A. Barezak Thomas Trowbridge, DDS, MD Francis P. MacMillan, MD, Public Health Physician Susan Sawyer, Health Director Debm Rillahan, R.N. Michele Grant, Health Inspector (2007) (2005) (2006) HISTORICAL COMMISSION~ Kathleen Szyska, Chairperson (2006) Patricia Long (2006) Anne Erickson (2007) Barbara Somers (2007) Linda Trcmblay (2005) HOUSING AUTHORITYs William P. McEvoy, Chairperson (2005) Helen Soucy (2006) Anna P. O'Connor (2007) Louise E Crawley (2006) Paul Gilligan--State Appointee (2006) Joanne Comerford, Executive Director HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR/ASSISTANT TOWN MANAGER2 Raymond Santilli INSPECTORSa D. Robert Nicetta, Bldg. Commissioner & Zoning Enforcement Officer Michael McGuire, Local Inspector James L. Diozzi, Plumbing & Gas Inspector R. David Lindsay, DVM, Animal Inspector (2005) 10 LIBRARY TRUSTEESa Arthur Lamon, Chairperson Martha Salisbury Mary Ellen Osgood William ltickey William Duff y, Jr. E. William Hansen Peter Lafond Sue Ellen Holmes, Library Director LICENSING COMMISSIONERSs Donald B. Stewart, Chairperson Rosemary Connelly Smedile James M. Xenakis Wendy D. Wakeman Mark J. T. Caggiano (2006) (2007) (2005) (2005) (2006) LOCAL ARTS COUNCILa Nancy Egan, Chairperson (2006) Joanne Parrill (2006) Brenda C. Reeve (2005) Boblg~ E. Rennie-Greer (2005) Ann Cavanaugh (2005) Gillian L. Peaflson (2007) Theresa A. Core (2007) Susan Hoffman (2007) Bonnie Wolstromer (2007) MERRIMACK VALLEY PLANNING COMMISSION Watters, John E2 (2007) Roberto Angles, Jr. (2005) (Appointed by Planning Board) OLD CENTER HISTORIC DISTRICF COMMISSION~ George Schruender, Chairperson (2006) Martha Larson (2006) Leslie Hopkins (2007) Kathleen Szyska (2007) Harry Aznoian (2005) Robert Stevens (2005) Patricia Long (2005) Richard M. Gramly, Alternate (2007) Kathleen M. Brown, Alternate (2006) Appointed by Selectmen Appointed by Town Manager Replacement by vote of remaining members Appointed by Town Moderator Elected offlcia[ PLANNING BOARD: Alberto Angles, Jr., Chairperson (2005) John Simons (2006) Richard A. Nardella (2006) Felipe Schwarz (2007) George H. White (2005) James M. Phinney, Associate (2005) Lincoln J. Daley, Town Planner POLICE CHIEFt Richard M. Stanley PUBLIC WORKS, DIVISION OFz J. William Hmurciak, Director RECREATION COUNCILt William R McEvoy, Chairperson (2006) William McCarthy (2006) Barbara Pybus (2007) John Driscoll (2005) Chris Rock (2005) Joan Heafey (2007) Thomas lppolito (2007) Keli Bannister (2006) Kal Foley (2005) REGISTRAR OF VOTERS, BOARD OFt Martha Salisbury, Chairperson (2005) Carrie Crouch (2007) Joyce A. Bradshaw, Town Clerk (Ex Officio) SCHOOL BUILDING COMMITTEE (Appointed by School Committee & Town Moderator) Louis Minicucci, Chairperson Stephen Bullis Bruce E. Baker Harold Dushame Donald O. Sternfeld Domenic Scalise Alfred M. Perry SCHOOL COMMI1TEEs Daniel J. Murphy, Chairperson (2006) Bruce E. Baker (2005) Charles C. Ormsby (2006) Alfred M. Perry (2007) Timothy Pybus (2005) SCHOOL, SUPERINTENDENT OF (Appointed by School Committee) Dr. Harry K. Hamtunian SELECTMEN, BOARD OF5 Rosemary Connelly Smedile, Chairperson (2007) Donald B. Stewart (2006) James M. Xenakis (2005) Wendy D. Wakeman (201)5) Mark J. T. Caggiano (201)6) SOLID WASTE ADVISORY COMMITTEEt Tina Klein, Chairperson (2005) Joan Kulash (2005) Karen Kline (2005) Steven Daly (2004) Mark J. Sullivan (2006) J. Leslie Young4,emire (2007) Margaret Barrett (2007) Joanne Parrill, School Liaison (2006) Mark J. T. Caggiano (Ex Officio) William Hmureiak (Ex Officio) STEVENS ESTATE, BOARD OF TRUSTEESt Albert E Cullen, Esq., Chairperson (2005) E. William Hansen (2005) Martha Larson (2005) John McGarry, Esq. (2007) Diana Headrick (2006) Alden Clayton (2006) Richard Reming (2007) Laurie Fcnnelly, Director TOWN CLERK2 Joyce A. Bradshaw TOWN COUNSED Urbelis & Fieldsteel, LLP TOWN MANAGER~ Mark H. Rees TOWN MODERATORs Charles A. Salisbury (2006) VETERAN'S AGENT & BURIAL AGENT~ Fxtward Mitchell Appointed by Selectmen Appointed by Town Manager Replacement by vote of remaining members Appointed by Town Moderator Elected Official YOUTH SERVICES, BOARD OF DIRECTORS~ Thomas Burkhardt, Chairperson (2005) Peter Breen (2005) John E Shaw, III (2007) Carrie Crouch (2006) Cathy Carol (2007) Gerald A. Sanforfl (2007) Olien Lu (2006) Ex Officio: Donald B. Stewart, Selectman James M. Xenakis, Selectman Tracy Castiglione, Police Department Richard Gorman, Youth Services Director ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS~ Ellen McIntyre, Chairperson John M. Pa]lone Joseph D. LaGrasse Richard J. Byers Albert E Manzi, III David Webster, Associate Richard M. Vaillancourt, Associate Thomas D. Ippolito, Associate (2007) (2005) (2007) (2006) (2006) (2O05) (2006) (2OO7) Appointed by Selectmen 12 GENERAL GOVERNMENT Board of Selectmen and Town Manager Selectmen Wendy Wakeman, Chair Rosemary Connet[y Smedi[e Mark J.T. Caggiano Donald B. Stewart Town Manager Mark Rees James M. Xenakis The Board of Selectmen and Tmvn Manager are pleased to submit a positive 2004 annual report for con- sideration by the residents of North Andover. Some of the highlights of year include the following: The successful completion of the renovation and ex- pansion of the North Andover Town Hall. This $3.6M project, which was partially funded with Community Preservation Act money and a Community Development grant, completely rebuilt the town hall providing desper- ately needed office and meeting room space. However, most importantly, for the first time since its construction in 1925 the building was made accessible for the physically impaired thus allowing all segments of our community to participate in their local government. The opening of the new North Andover High School. All of North Andover residents should be justly proud of the completion of this project, qn time and under budget. The new High School not only provides for a state of the art academic setting and athletic facilities that are the envy of most other schools, but it also provides the North Ando- vet with an excellent facility to conduct community events. Using Community Preservation funds, the Town ac- quired an additional 30 acres of land on Lake Cochiche- wick. This parcel, known as Half Mile Hill Summit, joins the 220 acres of land the town has acquired in the Lake Cochichewick watershed over the past ten years for the protection of our primary drinking water source and for the preservation of open space. Other uses of Community Preservation funds in 2004 included preservation of historical town records, a fire pro- tection system at the Stevens Estate and improvement to town playgrounds. One component of the Commanity Preservation program that has not yet had funding allocated for a specific project is affordable housing. Recognizing that housing issues are of significant concern to the town, both in continuing to provide a diverse housing base and addressing continuing Chapter 40B housing applications, the Board of Selectmen in 2004 created the Housing Partnership Committee to ad- vise the Town on how best to meet its housing goals. The budget in FY04-05, as has been the case in past years, was problematic with increases in fixed costs, pri- marily employee health insurance, coupled with limited revenues resulting in minimal increases in operational budgets. Both the School and Municipal departments worked diligently to improve operational efficiency and eliminate waste. This hard work resulted in no net reduc- tion in personnel levels in the town budget for FY05. Our ability to weather difficult financial times was recognized by two bond rating increases in 2004. Moody's Investors Services increased our rating from A2 to A1 and Standard & Poor increased our rating from A to A plus. Recognizing that given the constraints of Proposition 2~, the long term solution to the town's budgetary prob- lems is a strong commercial and industrial tax base, the Town wdcomed two large retail establishments to North Andover in 2004: the Eaglewood Retail mall and a new CVS drugstore, both on Rt. 114. In addition, the Board of Selectmen continued to work with the new owner's of 1600 Osgood Street, the former Lucent facility, to bring that property back to its full potential. We are particularly proud of our town departments who in recent years have exemplified the expression "do- ing more with less." Examples of this approach to en- hanced service to public include: · Providing passport processing in the Town Clerk's Office saving our citizens' time and effort in going to other communities for their applications. · An enhanced and improved recycling program resulting in our residents recycling more then ever thus saving thc town money in disposal costs while having a positive impact on the environment. · The issuance of police identification documents to those segments of the community that am at par- ticular risk - young people and Alzheimer patients. · The drafting of a Community Development Plan to provide a framework to guide the town in future de- velopment with the goals of preserving the Town's rural character, enhance economic development, 13 maintain housing diversity, and improve traffic pat- terus. · Improved fire prevention efforts through the advo- cating of residential sprinkler systems, a new fire safety house for hands-on education of children on fire safety issues and an outreach program for hous- ing numbering. The latter two initiatives received significant assistance from donors and volunteers. These examples, plus many more, show a dedicated municipal workforce partnering with the community to provide quality efficient services with limited resources. We would like to thank all town employees and the many residents in town who serve as volunteers, either on town boards or to assist in town operations, for their hard work and dedication in making North Andover such a great community to live and work. Assessors Office Garrett £. Bo[es, Chief Assessor Aggregate Value of Real Estate--12 month Aggregate Value of Personal Property Real Estate Tax Levy~12 months Personal Property Tax Lev y-- 12 month Residential Rate per Thousand C3.P. Rate per Thousand Water Lein Sewer Lein Interest (Water) Interest (Sewer) Betterment ~th Interest Chapter 80 (Sewer) Chapter 40 (Sewer) Committed Interest (Sewer) Committed Interest (Water) Water/Sewer Lien Demand Water/Sewer Lien Demand Commit Interest Buitdings and Vacant Land Assessed Single Family Condominiums Misc. Res, Two Family Three Family Four-Eight Family Vacant Land Residential/Commereial Commercial Buildings and Land Industrial Buildings and Land 6103 1402 27 448 48 50 587 42 418 83 $4,059,826,400 $56,331,150 $44,901,232.80 $976,511.17 $11.51 $12.59 $112,293.34 $137,396.39 $13,771,84 $16,993.35 $96,640.36 $7235.20 $783.41 Personal Property Accounts Chapter 61--Forest Property Chapter 61A--Farm Property Chapter 61B--Recreational Land Exempt Buildings and Land Public Utilities Utilities Valued by State 783 5 144 6 421 4 6 Town Treasurer As Town TreaSurer, I submit my report for the 12 months ending June 30, 2004. Receipts July 1, 2003 to June 30, 2004 $133,065,196.19 Disbursements July 1, 2003 to June 30, 2004 $138,306,268.99 ReconciLiation of cash DeveLoper Bond Passbooks Petty Cash Fkeet Bank Boston Safe Deposit M.M.D.T. Century Bank BankNorth, fl.A. Stoneham Savings Bank Citizens Bank Eastern Bank FLeet -Escrow accounts Century - Escrow accounts Total $105,300.00 100.00 2,005,889.69 2,216,952.45 9,832,271.49 12,798,639.61 329,248.86 706,709.58 1,023,863.28 588,556.68 1,993,658.85 2,961,315.08 $34,562,505.57 Uncollected BaLances - 3une 30, 2004 Iqotor Rea[ Personal VehicLe Estate Property Excise 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 $ 50L642.50 12,74L12 39,975.67 6,759.07 1,216.53 L744.65 (1.13) 8,418.22 1,341.90 L078.05 226,458.33 48,278.36 34,237.18 25,056.63 19,342.61 15 Town CLerk 3o)/ce Bradshaw, Cf4f4C, Town Clerk I respectfully submit my report as Town Clerk for 2004. In this Presidential Election year the Office of the Town Clerk has been faced with many challenges. Begin- ning with the Presidential Primary on March 2, thc An- nual Town Election on March 30, Annual Town Meefag in May 2004, the State Primary Election September 2004 and culminating with the Presidential Election on Novem- ber 2 my staff has risen to the challenge. This was a year of many beginnings as the opening of our High School allowed us to use that most magnificent facility for our first Town Meeting in both the Field House and in the Auditorium. We also used the High School to house voting for all fight precincts. The November Election was espe- cially challenging with almost 14,000 voters voting in one location. Without their cooperation and patience and our tireless election workers these events would not have gone on so smoothly. Over 2,600 newly registered voters were added in 2004. Our most daunting challenge was moving back to our beautifully renovated Town Hall on Main Street. Our temporary location at 400 Osgood Street served us well in bringing all our records and documents to one location. My arduous task of cataloging, individually wrapping all old documents that were not yet restored, and beginning a formal document management program took every spare moment to accomplish. Hundred year-old documents in desperate need of help have been protected. Thanks to the generosity of a $30,000 Community Preservation grant the Town's most "al risk" documents have been preserved and restored for future generations. This is only the beginning of many years of archival work ahead. A summer of night and week-end toil resulted in our triumphant return to Main Street in August. The rebirth of our wonderful build- ing to its handsome splendor has been a labor of love as we gradually get our records back, decorate, and organize. The completion of our archival vault means that finally the records of the Town of North Andover can be preserved and protected properly. Our Annual Town Election returned Selectman Rose- mary Connelly Smedile and School Committee mem- ber Alfred Perry for another three year term and Anna O'Connor to the Housing Authority for a five year term. The passing of Registrar Leo Lafond brought a void to the process of democracy in North Andover. Leo was our dedicated Tree Warden and a fixture on Election nights and at Town Meeting. He was in charge of the "Town Meeting Clicker" and certified a quorum present for many years. He is missed by all. Carrie M. Crouch joined Mar- tha Salisbury and Helen Tacy on our Board of Registrars. They and our dedicated Election workers assist me and my staff to make Elections, Census, and Town Meetings run smoothly. We recorded 349 births, 275 deaths aud 101 marriages in 2004. We continue our active passport program, licens~ ing for the Board of Selectmen, dog licensing, business certificates, and being the General Information resource for the Town. My dedicated staff of Janet Eaton, Karen Fitzgibbons, Harold Dushame (our tireless volunteer) and Deb Wilson who we share with the tax office tax keep the office running smoothly and serve our 29,000 residents so well. The spirit of cooperation between all other fie- partments and agencies of the Town al/ow us to take our limited resources and work together to get the job done. I extend our sincerest thanks and appreciation to the people of North Andover who made our revitalized Town Build- ing a reality. It is our pleasure to serve you! DIVISION OF COMMUNITY DEVELOMENT AND SERVICES Community Devetopment and Se ces Heidi Griffin, Director of Community Deve[opment The Community Development Office serves as the management arm of the Community Development and Services Division which contains 12 departments. Com- munity Development consists of the Director of Commu- nity Development, Heidi Griffin and the Administrative Assistant to the Director, Bernadette Curran. The Community Development offices moved from 27 Charles Street to 400 Osgood Street in October of 2004. The Division includes the permitting offices of Building, Conservation, Health, Planning and the Zoning Board of Appeals. The remaining departments are the Senior Center, the Youth Center, the Recreation Department, Vet- erans' Officer, the Stevens Estate at Osgood Hill and the Stevens Memorial Library. In October the Senior Center, Youth Center, Recreation Department, Veterans' Officer, Stevens Estate at Osgood Hill and the Stevens Memorial Library were reorganized to fall under the direction of the Assistant Town Manager. This will provide the Director's office time to focus more on the land use management and long range planning issues of thee town. Grants Apptied For and Received Brownfields Phase II Study Grant at Merrimack Valley Works The Town of North Andover, in cooperation with the Merrimack Valley Planning Commission, was approved for a $5,000 Phase II Grant through the Environmental Protection Agency. The Merrimack Valley Works site encompasses 169 acres. As the town continues to work in collaboration with the owners of Merrimack Valley Works towards redevelopment of the site, it was part of a re-development initiative the town requested that the site be reviewed to ensure that no contamination exists on site. There are currently at least 30 acres & this site that have never been studied, as well as additional areas in the exist- ing building. This grant will ensure that these areas are studied thoroughly. Projects Machine Shop Village 5treetscope Improvement Project The project consists of thc existing condition survey and assessment of the Machine Shop Village streetscape, and a Master Plan for upgrading the sidewalks, curbs, lighting and landscaping (trees) in the Village. The proj- ect represents a comprehensive approach to improving the streetscape of this district, which is on the National Register of Historic Places. The Community Preservation Committee approved the appropriation of $22,000 for the project. In September we went out for bid and awarded the contract to Carol R. Johnson Associates. Public infor- mational hearings were held and we will be submitting an application for implementation to begin some phases of construction work in July 2005. Histodc Old Center District Funding for the Historic Timeline Boards was ob- tained from the Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism. The grant funding involved the development of Historic Timeline Boards around the Old Center Com- mon. The Community Preservation Committee approved $205,000 for the historical landscaping of the common. The work consists of landscape improvements to the Old Center Common including grading, chip seal paving, seed- ing, flagpole installation and lighting. We continue to have public informational meetings and anticipate going out to bid in early 2005. Community Oevelopment Plan The Community Development Plan of the Town of North Andover provides a framework to guide in the de- velopment and implementation of policies that · Preserve the Town's rural New England character; · Accommodate residential housing diversity; · Provide educational excellence in the Town's public schools; · Enforce safe and efficient traffic circulation patters; · Protect the Town historical, cultural, and natural resources; · Maintain a fiscally responsible government; · Promote a self-sufficient local economy with a sus- tainable dependence on natural resources. This project was funded and completed and is avail- able on the Community Development website. 17 Community Oevelopment Website The staff at Community De~dopment has revised our portion of the Town's website to include many of the de- partments application forms online, enabling residents and contractors alike to have necessary information readily available for the permitting process. We continue to strive to make the website user friendly and updated to reflect all current projects. Zoning Task Force In response to the need for economic development the Town Manager and Community Development Director worked to establish a Zoning Task Force to work on the following economic initiatives: · As to how the town can maintain and expand the diversity of commercial and industrial businesses in North Andover; · Inventory property and determine the potential for economic development. · Recommend additional areas on the Town of North Andover map that should be utilized for commercial and industrial growth. Zoning Board of Appeals Reviews 40B APPLICATIONS: The Community Development Director Reviewed all 40B submittals for the Board of Se- lectmen; ensures coordination of comments from addition- al departments; and remain Updated on 40B existing and proposed changes to legislation. Approximately 60 lots were submitted this year and recommendations drafted to the Board of Selectmen. · Forest Glen · Wavefly Oaks · Campion Hall St~a:F SuP~ogr: In addition to ensuring implementa- tion and completion of the above projects, the Community Development Director and Administrative Assistant pro- vide professional and technical staff support, in varying degrees, to the following committees in the Town of North Andover: · Zoning Task Force Committee · Housing Partnership Committee · Community Development Plan Committee · Old Town Common Committee · Community Preservation Committee · North Andover Planning Board · North Andover Zoning Board of Appeals · North Andover Conservation Commission * North Andover Board of Health Staff Transition In November of 2004, the administrative assistant to the Community Development Department, Donna Mae D'Agats~ retired from the Town of North Andover. She had worked for the town for ten years, the majority of which were spent working in this department or other depart- ments with.in the Community Development Division. Her work ethic, knowledge, and dedication will be missed, and I wish her nothing but the best of luck in her future endeavors. 18 Animal Inspector R. David Lindsay DVt4, Inspector of Anima{s The following is a summary of the activities of the Animal Inspector for the calendar year 2004. Numbers for years before 2003 are based on previous reports. (1) Please note that figures prior to 2003 show numbers of animals released from quarantine for that year. The 2003 total reflects the total number quarantined during the year, which matches State records. (2) As of 2003, Dairy bulls are no longer separately categorized in the state's survey. (3) definition--herd: 1 or more animals. Before 2003, Dairy Herds may not have been counted if none were mi[k- ing. For ease and consistency, ! wilt use the new definition, effective 2003. (4) as of 2003, horses, ponies (and also donkeys & mutes) are no longer separate categories. A Rabies Clinic (to encourage pet rabies vaccination) was conducted on April 10, 2004. Zoning Board of Appeals Regular Board Members Wi[[iarn J. Sullivan, Chair Walter F. Soute, Vice Chair Robert P. Ford, Cterk (continuing petitions, on[y) John M. Pattone Associate Board Members 3oseph D. LaGrasse Ellen P. McIntyre Joe E. Smith Richard J. Byers The Board of Appeals held 12 regular meetings and 6 special or Under Advisement meetings during the fis- cal year 2004. The application types were 13 Variances, 5 Special Permits, 3 Findings, 16 Variance & Special Per- mits, 1 Variance & Finding, 2 Comprehensive Permits, and 1 6-month Variance extension. One of the Special Permits required a public hearing in 7 regular meetings, 2 special meetings, and 4 Under Advisement meetings. William J. Sullivan and Walter E Soule requested not to be re-appointed in June 2004, but both were willing to be available for continuing petitions. Robert P. Ford requested not to be re-appointed ia June 2003, but partici- pated in continuing petitions throughout Fiscal 2004. Zoning Board of Appeals as of September 1, 2004 Regular Board Hembers: Ellen P. McIntyre, Chair; Joseph D. LaGrasse, Vice Chair; Richard J. Byers, Clerk; Albert P. Manzi, III; John M. Pal- lone Associate Board Members: Thomas D. Ippolito; Richard M. Vaillancourt; David R. Webster 2O Building Department D. Robert Nicetta, Buitding Commissioner Zoning Enforcement Officers ~lichae[ McGuire, Local Building Tnspector 3ames L. Diozzi, Plumbing & Gas Inspector 3ames DeCo[a, Etectrica[ Tnspector 3eannine HcEvoy, Department Assistant The following comparison table indicates construction activity for the Fiscal Year 2004. The permitting process and inspection services have remained on schedule. We wish to thank those Town Departments that coop- crated in the proper enforcement of public safety and Zon- ing By-Laws. 21 Conservation Commission Scott Masse, Chairman Al. bert P. Manzi, ~lr., Vice Chairman ,Joseph Lynch, ,lr. ~ohn Mabon Deb FeEo~c Sean McDonough AEson E. Md<ay, Conservation Administrator Pameta A. Menitt, Conservation Associate ~-Donna Wedge, Administrative Assistant The Conservation Commission is comprised of seven (7) volunteer members who are appointed by the Board of Selectmen for three O) year terms. The Conservation De- partment is staffed by an Administrator, an Associate, and a Departmental Assistant who are responsible for the issu- ance of permits and providing information and assistance to residents and developers regarding the Town's natural resourees. Earlier in the year, Mrs. Julic (Parrino) Vondrak stepped down from her position as the Conservation ministrator and was hired as the Town Planner. Ms. Alison McKay, Conservation Associate under Mrs. Vondrak, was hired as the Interim Conservation Administrator and was officially hired as the Administrator ia late July. Also new to the department is Pamela Merrill, who was hired as the Conservation Associate in late August. The Conservation Commission administers the Wet- lands Protection Act (M.G.L.C. 131 S. 40) and the Town of North Andover Wetlands Protection Bylaw and Regu- lations (C. 178 of the Code of North Andover). These state and local regulations help protect valuable natural resources including North Andover's lakes, rivers, ponds, marshes, swamps, lands subject to flooding, vegetated freshwater wetlands, riverfront areas, ephemeral pools, and ephemeral pool habitats. These wetland resource areas play an important role in the following public health and safety interests: l. Protection of public aud private water supplies 2. Protection of Ground Water Supply 3. Flood Control 4. Storm Damage Prevention 5. Prevention of Pollution 6. Protection of Fisheries 7. Protection of Wildlife & Wildlife Habitat 8. Recreation 9. Sedimentation and Erosion Control In addition, wetlands provide a wealth of values to the common man. Wetland benefits can be divided into three basic categories: fish and wildlife values, environmental quality values, and socio-economic values. Destruction or alteration of wedand resource areas eliminates or mini- mizes these important functions and values. For example, drainage of wetlands eliminates all the beneficial effects of the wetland on water quality and directly contributes to 22 flooding problems. When wetlands are filled or their func- tions impaired, these benefits are lost and we all pay the price - in increased flooding and storm dmnage to streets and homes; more contamination of surface and ground- water and drinking water supplies; loss of wildlife habitat; and loss of valuable open space. Any construction (including, but not limited to, a per- manent structure, addition, deck, patio, roadway, pool, driveway, public & private utilities, etc.) or alteration of land within 100 feet of any wetland resource area or within 200 feet of a perennial stream in North Andover requires public review and a permit from the Conservation Commission. The Conservation Commission and professional staff are required to examine the potential impacts any pro- posed activity may have on identified wetland resource areas. Meetings are held twice a month for the purpose of reviewing projects and holding public hearings. In the cal- endar year 2004, the Conservation Commission reviewed and permitted 11 Requests for Determination of Applica- bility's, 61 Notice of Intents and 6 Abbreviated Notices of Resource Area Delineations, resulting in a 10% increase from the previous year. In addition, numerous Modifica- tions, Extension Permits and Certificates of Compliances were reviewed and issued. Some of the significant projects permitted in 2004 included The Town Common Under- ground Utility Project and The Old Center/Town Common Project, The Eaglewood Shops on Turnpike Street, 1003 Osgood Street, and a 40B Condominium Project off of Berry Street. Enforcement action and issuance of fines, when appropriate, continues to be an active role of the Conservation Department. ]n addition to the tremendous efforts spent on the administrative permit review process, the Department conducted hundreds of inspections for building permit ap- plications and monitoring of ongoing permitted projects. lhe Conservation Department, in efforts with the Board of Health and DPW, continue to coordinate efforts on beaver population and control, which cause damage to public and private properties and water supplies. The Conservation Department is also involved with open space issues on Town owned properties. Our efforts for the upcoming year will be focused on continuing wetland and watershed protection, web~lte ea- haneement, the creation of a complete and comprehensive database on existing and upcoming conservation files, and the creation and distribution of educational resources for public awareness. Wetlands Protection Act Regulato~ Changes Increased wetland filing fees were effective on October g, 2004. In general, the required fees doubled. The fee increases were adopted to more accurately reflect the level of effort required by DEP and local Conservation Com- missions to review projects, which have become increas- ingly complex. Coming Soon Revisions to the Wetlands Protection Act Regulations will become effective on March 1, 2005. These regulation changes will create a simplified rev/ew procedure for buf- fer zone projects meeting certain criteria, add naxrative standards for buffer zone projects, change appeal rights, and adopt maps that delineate the mouth of Coastal Rivers. Coundt on Aging Etdercare at the Crossroads Irene ~. O'Brien, Director of Eider Services Support Staff Gilda BLackstock Marge Caron 3ames Coak[ey Pauta Cruda[e Donna DeLaney Jean Guyer Board of Directors 3ohn Graham, Chairperson EUzabeth Polder, Vice Chairperson Anne Da[y, Secretary Al Novsesian, Treasurer James Cassidy Naria Rosati Robe~Koebfick EEzabeth Pettis Nancy Stevenson Patfida Long Margaret Shaheen Pau[ G/Uigan Division Name: Community Service Division Department Name: North Andover Council on Aging/Se- nior Activity Center The Council on Aging/Senior Activity Center is located at 120 R Main Street next to the town hall. The dramatic increase in the 85 plus population in North Andover, cutbacks in home care services, increased cost of medication and health care insurance, taxes and a new generation of seniors who are caregivers for their ag- ing parents, presents the Council on Aging with new chal- lenges and greater demands. The Council on Aging offers comprehensive services and programming in the area of advocacy, weekly health clinics, transportation, nutritional meals, continuing edu- cation, socialization, creative arts and information and referral. Plus: · Meals on Wheels and congregate meals served 16,539 · Walk-in Wellness Clinics served 1,127 · Recreation/Socialization 12,560 · Professional Support 986 · Outreach contact with elders 2,396 · Assistance with Medicare/Medicaid/ health insurance issues 69 · Quarterly newsletter mailed 16,000 · Medical & Grocery Transportation 984 · Geaeral Information Services 12,500 · Continuing efforts to procure state and federal grants to support on-going services as well as new initiatives · Community access point for assistance through the Aging Network of the Commonwealth of Massa- chusetts · Focused programming and services to enhance the quality of life for North Andover residents, concen- trating on individuals over the age of sixty. 23 Grant and Funding Recetved or Requested for 2004/05 Council on A9in9 Formula Grant Fiscal Year 2005 Amount of award $22,278.00 Additional revised amount awarded $2,260.00 Total $24,538.00 Formula Grant designated to support the part time position of custodian, van driver; two receptionists, 7.5 hours to Outreach and to help defray newsletter mailing cost. Helping Hands Hini Grant Amount of Award $900.00 to pumhase a computer Title 3 8 collaborative Fiscal Year 2005 VNA/Horth Andover COA Funding is managed by the VNA. $2,500.00 Project is supported through Merrimack Valley Elder Ser- vices The VNA supports a portion of the Senior Wellness Walk in Clinic 52 sessions of medical counseling. North Andover Cultural Coundl Grant Calendar year 2005 Amount of award $500.00 Support of three social pmjects Service Incentive Grant To purchase two computers $3,662.00 Waiting for confirmation on award Hobility Assistance Program Executive Office of Transportation and Construction Waiting for confirmation of $55,000 award for Handi- capped 15 passenger van Accomplishments during 2004/05 · Implemented protocol to interface with emergency services in town of North Andover. Helps to service isolated seniors by direct contact between EMT and Council on Aging. (Outreach Department) · Through Triad Program; Alzheimer's Registration, Yellow Dot Program, ID Program has been estab- lished. (Outreach Departmen0 · Collaboration with North Andover Housing to bet- ter serve low income elders (Obj. 05) (Outreach D?partment) · Distance Connection (Pilot Program) initiated by North Andover Council on Aging. To connect with children of elder parents who have moved out of the community to better serve the elders left in the community. (Outreach Department) · Medical Transport to increase the awareness of the need for transportation to medical appointments. Recruited five new drivers. (Obj. 05) (Outreach De- partmea0 · Created a Resource Guide for the Council on Aging to distribute throughout the community. Distribu- tion in spring 05. (Obj. 05) Objectives for Fiscal Year 06 · Applied for Capital Funds for the implementation of improvements to the downstairs Senior Center Activity Area. lmlxovement would be to reception area, making room for handicapped elders to sit in- side while they am waiting for their transportation. To create a hall for easy passage from one function rOom to another, relocating office space, and creat- ing storage area for tables and chairs. · Apply for Formula Grant through the Executive Of- rice of Elder Affairs for FY 06 · Apply for Service Incentive Grant FY 06 · Apply for Helping Hands Mini Grant FY 06 · Collaborate with Elder Services for Title 111 nutri- tion funding FY 06 · Collaborate with Elder service for Title 111 trans- portation funds. FY 06 · Apply for Cultural Council Art Grant Hearth Department Susan Sawyer, PubEc HeaLth Director Staff Oebra Riltahan, Public Health Nurse Pamela DelleChiaie, Admin. Assistant Michele Grant, Public Health Inspector, 10/04 Brian LaGrasse, HeaLth Tnspector unU104/0/+ Board of Hearth Members Jonathan Markey, Chairman Dr. Thomas Trowbridge, Member Cheryl Barczak, Clerk The raission of the Health Department is to protect thc public health by maintaining a comprehensive program of environmental health services, which includes inspec- tions, compliance, and enforcement activities, monitoring of environmental hazards, and consultation and guidance to citizens and governmental agencies regarding environ- mental health issues. The staff assists the Board of Health members in shaping policies, implementing programs and developing regulations that the members deem significant in the endeavor of providing a healthy environment for the citizens and workers of North Andover. The North Andover Board of Health is a three-mem- ber volunteer board, whose members are appointed by the Town Manager for three-year, overlapping terms. As a result of a vote at the 2004 Town Meeting, it will now be required that one member be a certified physician. The current board is composed of a mix of professional disci- plines: a physician, a registered nurse and a professional engineer. The Board generally .meets on the fourth Thurs- day of each month. The supporting staff of the Health De- partment consists of a full-time Health Director, a Health Inspector, Departmental Assistant and a 30-hour Health Nurse. Prevention Programs The Public Health Nurse leads the prevention program. A purchase of a cholesterol-screening device resulted in the health office sponsoring a number of opportunities for free screenings for the public. Future low cost clinics will be advertised. We continue to offer pneumonia shots to the elderly and immune compromised, maintain assistance to the homebound and manage the vaccine provider program. The usually uneventful annual influenza clinics were in- terrupted by the widely publicized national vaccine short- age in 2004. The Health Department attempted to keep its citizens abreast to the newest information regarding the shortage. In the end, over 600 flu shots were given to those citizens that met the state mandated criteria. The Health Director wants to thank the staff and the Board of Health for the professional manner in which they handled this crisis. The valuable information gathered from the man- agement of the flu crisis will be used in the planning of the emergency dispensing sites (EDS), completion of which is a major goal for 2005. Inspection Programs The Health Department continues to modernize its program with the ongoing implementation of the GEO TMS (Geographic Total Municipal Systems) technol- ogy. Led by the office assistant, new levels of data col- lection and management have been reached. The staff is committed to thc development of this program. The new technology assists with the ongoing inspection programs for compliance to state and local regulations for; food establishments, septic systems, rental housing, massage, tanning, semi-public swimming pools, recreational camps, septic trucks and trash trucks, dumpstem, beach water testing, ice-skating rinks, beavers and general nuisance complaint response. Other programs result from emerging health concerns. The West Nile bird pickup program responded to two dead bird complaints. There were no comffirmed West Nile cases in birds or humans this year in the Town of North Andover. This trend was mimicked throughout the state of MA. Conversely, the rabies virus has again emerged in North Andover. Rabid wildlife has been found in the town. Education regarding deadly rabies is planned to be a focus for the upcoming year. North Andover also continues to be part of regional health initiatives. The Healthy Communi- ties Tobacco Control Program is administered through collaboration with 8 communities and financed by a state grant. The program coordinator assisted the town restau- rants, bars and businesses through the successful transition of the new Massachusetts regulations requiring smoke free workplaces. The health director is also a member of the Greater Lawrence Bioterrorism Coalition. This post 9/11 coali- tion is funded though Federal Centers of Disease Control grants that have been provided to the state public health departments. The Federal Government has recognized that the local public health departments lack the fiscal and hu- man resources to dedicate towards the growing challenge of bioterrorism. ]n 2004, the seven-town, health depart- ment, coalition received $130,000 to be spent on items 25 that support the infrastructure of the local health depart- merits such as; emergency response training, basic office equipment needs and purchasing contents of emergency response kits. Second-year funds are required to be spent on specified items such as the development of a written Emergency Dispensing Site Plan, sponsoring a regional tabletop training centered on a biological emergency and Health and Homeland Alert Network (HAN) training. The eventual success of these endeavors requires ex- cellent connectivity within town departments. This is an extension of already good relationships between depart- merits. Inter-departmental connections successfully exist with: the police department concerning trash truck enforcement, the DPW and the WTP for s©pfic, sewer and water com- plaints, the Fire Department when responding to chemical spills, Carbon Monoxide concerns, emergency manage- ment committees and housing issues. We greatly appreci- ate that due to logistics the Town Clerk's office continues to handle burial permits for the health Department. Our dally division reAafians are strong with the Conservation staff regarding the siting of septic systems and public complaints, the Building Department staff in assisting with housing complaints, septic installations and new busi- nesses and Planning and Zoning keeping us a breast of upcoming applications. In closing, the Health Department and Board of Health Members would like to express appreciation to Heidi Grif- fin, Director of Community Development, for filling the interim opening of Health Director and continuing to sup- port the mission of this office. Historicat Commission Kath[een Szyska, President Pabricia Long, Treasurer Anne Ericson, Secretanj Barbara Somers Linda Tremblay The North Andover Historical Commission is a five person volunteer board whose members are appointed by the Selectmen and the Town Manager. The Commission generally meets on the 2nd Monday of every month. Our mission is to serve as a resource to the citizens of North Andover in matters pertaining to the history of the town and its buildings and landscapes, to sit on any town boards or committees as required by law, and to help protect documents, houses, landscapes, monuments and places of historic value to North Andover. Restoration and preservation of the stone markers in the Old Burying Ground by the Consultant Firm Fannin & 26 Lehrer of Concord continues. A brochure documemiag the history of the Old Burying Ground with a map and photos of some of the original stone markers is being produced by the Commission. The brochure will he available to the schools, the library and North Andover citizens by Fall 2005. Ongoing, as required by the Massachusetts State His- torical Commission, is the documentation and recording of North Andover's historic houses, properties and landscapes. The Historical Commission is indebted to Carol Main- had, director of the North Andover Historical Society, for her continual support and assistance throughout the year. Planning Board Planning Department Staff Heidi Griffin, Community Development Director North Andover Planning Board Alberto Angles, Chairman Felipe Schwarz, Clerk George White, Vice Chairman 3ohn Simons, Member Mary IppoEto, Planning Assistant Richard NardeL[a, Member 3ames Phiney, Associate Member The planning Department experienced some staff tran- · Avery Park Drive d~tion in calendar year 2004. In September of 2004 Julie · Coachman's Lane Vondark departed as town planner. In October of 2004 Jacki · Concord Street Byefley began assisting the department for two days a week · Country Club Circle as the Planning Consultant and the Community Develop- · Easy Street ment Director did the job the remaining three days a week. · Foxwood Drive Both Mary Ippolito and Jacki Byerley are to be · Highland View Avenue thanked for their assistance during this time of staff tran- · Morningside Lane sition from September 2004 to December 2004. Their · Russett Lane hard work ensured that the department was kept running · Stonewedge Cimle smoothly even though understaffed. · Weyland Circle The Planning Department consists of a Planning Bi- · Webster Woods Lane rector/Town Planner, a Planning Assistant, and a six mem- ber volunteer Planning Board. The Department reviews and endorses all Approval Not Required Plans M.G.L Ch. 41 Sec. 81-L and 81-P, all preliminary and definitive subdivision plans as required by M.G.L. Ch. 41 Sec. 81 - K to 81 - GG and the North Andover Subdivision Rules and Regulations, and reviews the Development Schedules for all subdivisions under Section 8.7 Growth Management. The Planning Department also~eviews applications for the following 11 different special permits, as authorized by M.G.L ch.40A and the North Andover Zoning Bylaw: Section Section Section Section Section Section Section Section Section Section Section 2.30.1 Common Driveway 4.125 R-6 Zone 4.136 Watershed Protection District 7.2.1 Access Other Than Street Frontage 7.2.2 Frontage Exception Lot 8.3 Site Plan Review 8.5 Planned Residential Development 11 Planned Development District 12 Large Estates Condominium Conversion 13 Continuing Care Retirement Center 14 Independent Elderly Housing In accordance with the North Andover Street Accep- tance Procedure, the Planning Department worked with developers on obtaining street acceptance. In preparation for the 2004 Annual Town Meeting, the Planning Depart- merit worked with developers and the Department of Pub- lic Works on obtaining street acceptance for Under M.G.L. Ch. 40A, Section 5, The Hanalng Board is responsible for advertising a public hearing for any pro- posed zoning bylaws to be voted upon at Town Meeting. In addition to holding public hearings, the Planning Board works on drafting any proposals or amendments to the zon- ing bylaw. This involves researching of other town's bylaws and regulations, reviewing publications, and assimilating gathered information into drafting new bylaws and regula- tions suited to the needs of North Andover. A significant amount of the Planning Department's staff time and effort is spent each year on keeping the bylaws up to date. At the May 2004 Town Meeting amendments were accepted to · Amend Section 4.122 of the Zoning Bylaw to delete the requirement of a special permit from the Zoning Board of Appeals to construct 2 family dwellings within the Residential 4 Zoning District and now al- low it by right with restrictions. · Addition of a new section of the Zoning Bylaw Sec- tion 4.3 Residential Adaptive Re-Use Special Permit- this allows an applicant in the R1, R2, R3 and R4 zoning disaricts which directly abut a non-residen- tially zoned district to obtain a Special Permit from the Zoning Board of Appeals to allow a residential structure to convert to a commercial use or mixed use. · Amendment to Section 4.137, the Flood Plain Dis- trict which included reorganization of sections, references to maps and correct dates, corrections to updated state agency mailing addresses and incor- porates new definitions. 27 Creation of a new section of the Zoning Bylaw, Sec- tion 15, Planned Commercial Development District- this allowed for any parcel of land to be rezoned through town meeting vote to the PCD district The Planning Department is also involved in many re- gional organizations such as the Merrimack Valley Chamber of Commerce, the H.O.M.E. Consortium, the Merrimack Val- ley Regional Planning Commission and the Merrimack Valley Regional Transit Authority. Involvement in these organizations is requked in order to receive certain services and grants. Past Year Oven~ew The Planning Department reviewed and granted seven watershed special permits, reviewed site plan special permits and reviewed nineteen requests for waivers from watershed and site plan reviews, granting four watershed waivers and seven site plan waivers. The Planning Depart- ment also started reviews on two definitive subdivisions, totaling over 50 new housing units. The Planning Board meets regularly, as needed, two Iuesdays of every month and conducts Saturday morning site visits. Planning Board Meetings are held at the North Andover Public Works Garage at 384 Osgood Street, near the High School entrance. All interested persons may ap- pear and be heard. Persons needing special accommoda- tions and/or those interested in viewing thc application materials should contact the North Andover Planning De- partmeat at (978) 688-9535. Recreation Department Wit[iam P. blcEvoy, Chairman 3oan Heafey KeE Bannister Tom IppoEto 3ohn Dfiscot[ Wi[tiam McCarthy Christopher Rock Barba~ Pybus The year 2004 was the 58th year of activities of the North Andover Recreation Department. Nine band concerts were held on the North Andover Common. The concerts were held on Sunday evenings from 6:00 v.t~.-7:30 v.t~. This year, 2004 is the 27th anni- versary of band concerts on the Common. June 27 July n July 18 July 25 Aug 1 Aug 8 Aug 15 Aug 22 Aug 26 Eddie B. Baker New Liberty Ja~ Band Continental Swing Band Oberlaendler Hofbrau Band - German Festival Music Four Guys in Tuxes Eastern Sound Polka Band Overdrive Bob Batehelder Totem Pole Band Windburn Concert Band Thc concerts are supported in part by a grant from the No~th Andover Cultural Council, a local agency supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council and by the gener- ous donors who make these concerts possible. Special events were held on the North Andover Com- mon on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday mornings beginning at 10:00 ^.M. The shows provided entertainment for young children and their parents. In the coming year, 2002, thc Children's Shows on thc Common will be in- creased from 15 to 18. 28 July 7 July 8 July 12 July 14 July 15 July 19 July 21 July 22 July 26 July 28 July 29 Aug 2 Aug 4 Aug 5 Aug 9 Aug 11 Aug 12 Royal Sorell-Ballooningeer Stage Show Donna Marie & Her Friends Gary the Silent Clown Mike Lynn-The Balloon Animal Rick Goldin - Music Programs for Children The Dan Foley Juggling Show Peter Sosna Magic Show Poz~y the Clown Janiae - Ventriloquism Wayne from Maine Mike the Hat Man Judy Pancoast-Fun Concert B.J. Hinkman-Magic Show Marcus Gayle, Music for Everyone Dan Grady-Marvelous Marionette Medley Steve Thomas Magic Lesley Smith-Magic Music Puppet Theatre In thc event of rain the shows were held indoors at the Blaisdell Performance Center at the North Andover Middle School. The shows were very well attended and we received many letters from parents. We plan to do this again in the year 2005. The 48th Year of the Skating Program on Sunday Nights continues to be a success as families enjoy these events from November through February. The above programs were under the direction of Rec- reation Director William P. McEvoy. Stevens Memoda[ Library Sue Ellen Hotmes, Director Board of Trustees William B. Duffy, ~3r., Chair Peter Lafond, Treasurer E. Wil. l. iam Hansen Arthur Larson Mary Et[eh Osgood f4artha Satisbury To the Citizens of North Andover The Trustees of the Stevens Memorial Library here- with present their 95th report, which is for the period Janu- ary 1, 2004-December 31, 2004. To the Trustees of Stevens Memorial Library: I hereby submit the 96th report of the Director: The year 2004 saw Sunday closings for the first time in over 25 years. Reduced staffing made this our only option as we endeavored to continue to offer you, our patrons, high quality, personal service. We thank you for under- standing our need to take this step, albeit very reluctantly. We hope to resume this very popular service as soon as funding allows. The Reference Department added registration software to the public internet computers (there are 16 worksta- tions) to facilitate signing patrons in to monitor time and usage of this very popular resoume (used an average of 492 times per week, 25,000 times per year), making sure that everyone has an opportunity to log on during the busiest times. Tutorials were created to assist patrons with accessing the library's website and online databases. Our Reference Staff also worked with the schools on the sum- mer reading lists, borrowing school copies of those books in order to supplement our holdings and making more materials available to the students in a timely fashion. A homework assignment form was developed by library staff in cooperation with the school librarians to assist teachers with upcoming projects making sure that the library has the needed resoumes for students. Our Children's Room staff presented over 100 pro- grams for children 3 ½ years old through grade 5, including special holiday events, storyhours and book clubs. Their web pages were improved by adding homework help links, a page for upcoming programs (as well as a profile of past events). A link to SirsDiscover, a research database for grades 1 to 9 was also added to the Children's Page. It was funded by the Northeast Mass. Regional Library System. Learning Express, a practice exam and tutorial data- base of standardized tests, available only to North Ando- ver residents, was added to our database page. Our Links Page was updated with hundreds of new, useful websites covering subjects from Art to Wealher, and more. A li- brary News Page was added to compiement our Events calendar Page. The North Andover Arts Council awarded us three programming grants for performances of Love Letters with Ted Zalewski and Belinda West, And Now...Mark Twain with Richard Clark, and Heroic Women You Can Talk To, Annie Sullivan, with Kate Carney. Money from thc Friends of the Library allowed the library to fully fund these wonderful events. A number of other well-attended programs were sponsored by the library: Ghost Stories of New England with Dan Tremblay attracted a large audi- ence of children and adults to hear stories of the super- natural around us. Gayle Heney held a Let's Write Poetry workshop for beginning and experienced poets. Annie Daigle presented her Financial Workshop for Women and new authors Bruce Andrews and Robert McCauley read from their works, Wind Spirit and All Enemies .We also began a new series of programs entitled Time Out for Se- niors for our older patrons. Funding made possible from the Community Preserva- tion Act allowed us to complete the repairs on the original main entrance to the library. Working with Tremblay Con- tractors and Colin Simson of LZA Technology Phase II of the project allowed for the removal of the granite treads. The briclovork beneath was repaired and waterproofed. The treads were then reseated. The supporting walls beneath the stairs, which had been weakened by water damage, were demolished and rebuilt. May they last for another 100 years. (We will celebrate our 100th anniver- sary in 2007) Since 2001 the number of requests for Inter-library loans increased by almost 30,000, items checked out by patrons increased by over 21,000 and the number of ques- tions answered by the Reference staff increased by 6,000. Our 16 public computer stations were used an average of 492 times per week giving us a total usage of almost 25,000 for 2004. All in all making the library a very busy place. The staff appreciated your patience as they endeav- ored to meet everyone's needs as quickly and as efficiently as possible. Our Circulation Department, our front line staff, made all of the above look easy. They checked you in and out, called you when your materials came in, registered you for library cards, booked the passes and the meeting rooms, provided our daily readers with newspapers and maga- zines, and answered all your calls with patience and grace under great time constraints. They deserve thanks and appreciation from all of us, as do the rest of the staff: our custodian for making the library and grounds look as good as they did 10 years ago when the new facility opened; the reference staff for fielding all your questions about print, non-print and online materials and the photocopier; the Children's staff for the way they assist ail ages--babies, toddlers, preschoolers, primary, elementary and middle- sehoolers, parents and teachers; our Technology Librarian who keeps those 16 public workstations (and printers and other equipment) working and makes sure we are up-to- date and on target for those changes in technology; our Technical Services Assistant who processes print and non-print materials for both children and adults and who so graciously handles our very popular book club kits; our Friends, and Trustees who support the library, advocate for our needs and make sure our activities and programs are funded; our volunteers who help us get the job done; and our Administrative Assistant, funded this past year by a grant from the Stevens Foundation, who keeps an eye on all administrative activities (especially those involving the Directo0, A very special thanks goes to Tom Madden, our Assistant Director who oversees all departments, upda~s thc web, provides publicity, creates charts, graphs and spreadsheets and generally keeps us all on target. And that target is you, our patrons and the citizens of North Ando- vet. Our main focus is to provide those materials and ser- vices needed by all of you. Your responses to our surveys, the materials you borrow and the number of times you visit the library give every indication that we are on target and have achieved the goals and objectives we set with all of you in mind. We thank you for you support. Respectfully submitted, Sue Ellen Holmes, Director Libranj Statistics ¢itcutati°n MUse6m Pa~es !nter-Librar) Loans Reference Questions Programs Offered Program Attendance Library Usage fleeting Room(s) Usage Hours Open # of Libra~ Card Hotders Ay. Weekty Computer Use Home Page Hits 1998 FYg9 FY00 FY01 FY02 FY03 4502 5010 5368 4301 5453 5152 174,539 170,308 183,855 t89,165 201~106 216,641 867 810 833 5t2~ 5751 ~6029 18,201 16,252 10,571 290 5762 162,312 599 319 3O4 6149 6209 163,456 168,881 683 6O5 3341 3352 22,532 23.285 FY04 5595 210.314 771 613 534 694 1§,283 20,467 28,988 39,I85 11,961 12,803 11,476 IL823 294 299 251 I57 6121 5,705 4382 1713 16~,821 17L427 182.750 174,773 615 581 617 5~2 3229 3,199 3217 2899 24,379 25,155 26,598 27~93 200 264 441 492 31,656 40,442 3A353 3O Repo~ of the Board of Trustees During the year 2004 thc library, and its staff, con- tinued to provide excellent service to the townspeople of North Andover as evidenced by the upward trend in our usage. The Board of Trustees thanks the staff for their hard work and efforts on behalf of all our patrons. The Board wishes to express their gratitude to William Hickey, a member of the Board who retired in November after 15 years of dedicated service to the library and the community. Thc Board of Trustees wishes to thank Harold Dushame for another gift to the Carrie Millar Dushame Memorial Fund. We appreciate Harold's continued support of the Ii- brary. The Board oversees these Endowed Funds, as well as Special Gifts. Proceeds from donors are used to purchase books, materials and equipment, to care for the bailding and grounds and to sponsor library programs and activities. Respectfully submitted, William B. Duffy, Jr., Chair Peter Lafond, Treasurer E. William Hansen Arthur Larson Mary Ellen Osgood Martha Salisbury 31 $20,44&~0 Ending Balance - 6/'30/04 $~1540,00 $48.75 $4,410.85 $~573.62 $4,800.00 ($12,g26.gO) $18.722.56 32 33 Veterans' Services North Andover-Boxford District Edward V. MitcheLL Director of Veterans Services ALan Benson, Boxfonl Town ~anager Mark Rees, North Andover Town Manager Per Chapter 115 of the General Laws, the Town of North Andover re-appointed Edward V. Mitchell to the position of District Director of Veterans Services, on May 2003 for an additional three-year term ending June 30, 2006. The Department o f Veterans ' Services is to advocate on behalf of all the Commonwealth's Veterans and provide them with quality support services and to direct an emer- gency financial assistance program for those Veterans and their dependents who are in need of benefits and services. In 1946, the Selectmen of the Towns of North Andover and Boxford voted to form a district and appointed a Dis- trict Director of Veterans' Services to carry out the provi- sions of Chapter 115 of the General Laws. The Veterans Service Officer (V SO) is located at the North Andover Town Hall on Main Street. Walk-ins are always welcome however; we recommend calling first to ensure a represen- tative is present. Office Hours Monday thru Friday 8:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. (978) 688-9552 or for urgent ma~ter~, call (978) 80% 7286, or e-mail us at subvetageat@aol.com *If necessary the V SO will make home visits. Services Provided as Directed by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts · Financial assistance · Medical Services · Educational & Burial Benefits · Property Tax Excmpfions · Veterans War Bonus · Motor Vehicle Plates (Veteran, EO.W.) · Pre-registration for internment in Veterans Cem- etery · Gold Star Mothers & Fathers Annuities · Blue Star Service Banners · Civil Service Employment & Housing Obtaining copies of discharges · Replacement of Service Medals · Burial Internment for Veteran and Spouse · V.A. Home Loans and education benefits · Life Insurance and Widows Pensions · Veterans Disability Comp & Pensions · V.A. Hospitals/Clinic Enrollment & Prescription plan · V.A. Work Study Allowance Program All of these programs are subject to eligibility accord- ing to State and Federal Guidelines. AccompLishments Assisted with thc planning of thc Annual Red Cross Salute to Veterans Breakfast Honoring our Veterans of Operation Enduring Freedom & Operation Iraqi Freedom. Provided informative lecture to the Veterans of For- eign Wars, the American Legion and the Senior Center. Coordinated the Support the Troops Care Packages program, shipping moor then 400lbs of gifts & goodies to military members serving in Iraq. Convened & Chaired the PatriOflC Observation Com- mittee in the planning of Memorial Day, Patriot Day and Veterans Day Ceremonies. Presented NAHS Diplomas to six Veterans who dropped out of school to serve in our military during war- time. Expenditures The Veterans Services salary and office expenses total $5t,250.00. The Town of North Andover apportion- ment for salary and office expenses total $50,590.99. An additional $64,343.34 was paid out for emergency finan- cial assistance with 75% being reimbursed by the Com- monwealth of Massachusetts. There was an additional $9,000.00 utilized to purchase Veterans Grave plots at Ridgewood Cemetery. 36 Veterans, we want you to receive the Benefits You and your family have earned, Contact your Veterans Service Officer Today! Youth Services Department Thomas Burkardt OEen Lu Peter Breen Gerald A. Sanford Carrie Crouch Cathy Care[ 3ohn E Shaw III www. nayouth.com The Youth Services, under the direction of Rick Gor- man, continued to provide superior quality service and a full compliment of programs consisting of support groups, court-related programming, student leadership programs, family and individual services, as well as a host of social, recreational, and adventure services. In 2004 the Youth Services served over 3,300 youth. The full-time staff consists of Rick Gorman, Executive Director, Jim Scranton, Adventure/Recreational Coordina- tor, Jenn Conway, Support Services Coordinator and Ted Schruender, Social Programs Coordinator.. Thc Joseph N. Herman Youth Center continues to thrive. The center is open six days a week for middle and high school aged youth. We also have built in time for 4th and 5th graders on Saturday mornings and afternoons. Our Summer Program is extensive and services over 1,000 youth. Adventure camps, drama programs, sum- mer league basketball, SummerFun playground programs, along with field trips and activities are filled to capacity. We presently have a membership close to 900 youth. A $75.00 yearly membership is charged, but no child is ever turned away due to inability to pay. During 2004, staff consisted of college interns, student office aides, program leaders and coordinators, as well as over 100 adult volunteers who donated at least two hours a month. The year 2004 saw The Youth Services complete The Drummond Softball and Basketball Lights Project along with major improvements to the outside of the Youth Cen- ter and playground. The following are the servicers provided over the last year: Adventure Programs · Rope Course Workshops · Mountain Biking · Adventure Leaders · Rock Climbing · Open Rock Climbing Gym · Down East Adventure · Adventure Field Trips · Land/Rock/Water · NAYS Outing Club NAYS Ropes Course Our Ropes Course is a set of carefully constructed ele- ments designed to challenge individuals using rope, cable, giant staples, and lumber. The Ropes Course is open to any group and can be customized to meet 3,our specific needs. Our Ropes Course is located in North Andover's Town Forest. Support Services · Youth Discussion Groups · Young Men's Group · High School Girls' Group · Middle School Girls' Group · Youth Tracking and Outreach · Parents Awareness Programs · Holiday Gift Drive · Thanksgiving Drive · Crisis Intervention · [aformation and Referral Services · 24-Hour Emergency Response · Job Bank · Family Mediation Services · Habitat for Humanity Social/Recreation Programs · Annual Carnival · 7th and 8th Grade TEENCO · 6th Grade TEENCO · Youth Concert Series · 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament · Fall Flag Football · Summer Basketball League · Annual Wiffleball Tournament · Youth Center Classes · Skateboard Park Committee · Black Knights Basketball Program · Annual Lip Sync Contest · Cooking Classes · Grand Stand · Skateboard Trips · Battle of Bands · Celtics Games · Red Sox Games · End of School Celebration Cookout 35 Court-ReLated Programs · Juvenile Diversion · Community Services · Scared Straight Program · Information and Referral Student-Run Programs · Youth Council · TEENCO Dance Committee · Give Back · Skateboard Committee · Concert Committee · Habitat for Humanity Special. Programs · Diversity Week · Walk for Youth · Youth Center Fundralsers · Youth Appreciation Day · C.ommunity Awards Presentation North Andover Hetds Committee Thc Youth Services Executive Director chairs the Towns Field Committee, which allocates field permits, develops policy and works on long range planning as it relates to field use. Stevens Pond The Youth Services operates Stevens Pond for the resi- dents of North Andover. 36 GENERAL GOVERNiqENT Emergency Management 3effrey 3. Coco, Director Co-Deputy Directors: Richard ~4. Stantey, Potice Chief WitEam V. Do[an, Fire Chief John J. Coco, Deputy Director Richard C. Boettcher, Commanding Officer Auxiliary Potice William Hastings, Communications Officer A special note of appreciation for John Coco, who stepped down as Director last November. John proudly served as Director for over 35 years, and continues to serve as the Deputy Director of Emergency Management. The direction he set for this department during his tenure has helped to ensure the safety of our town and it's citizens. The Communications RACES group completed the up- dating of Mobile Eec, installing communications equip- ment, which allows us to communicate with all local de- partments including Police and Fire. We continue to enjoy 100% communications throughout the whole community based on the Holt and Boston hill RACES repeaters. During September our RACES Communicators and Auxiliary police as well as Emergency Management Staff personnel as wall as other town departments again sup- ported the annual Merrimack Valley Elders Walk for life through North Andover. This operation was successfully completed without incident. Our RACES communicators continue to support monthly communications tests with MEMA to maintain communications proficiency and readiness in event of emergencies. We also conduct weekly testing of our pti- mary communications to insure readiness during emer- gency situations. Our RACES Communications Cadre lost the following individuals during this reporting period, Mr. David Lipson and Mr. Adam Zimmer, whose services will be missed. William Hastings, RACES Communications Officer, Mr. Timothy MacDonald, Mr. Steve Tessler, Mr. Robert Wil- son and Mr. Leonard Somers, and John Coco now com- prise the RACES group. With the update of the Mobile EOC we are now able to communicate with local DPW Police and Fire departments as well as MEMA, FEMA and State agencies should a disa. ster befall our community. We are awaiting completion of the painting of the new EOC in the basement of the Main Street Fire Department at which time the modular offices will be installed, new antenna coaxial cables run from the Town Building to the roof of the Fire Station and into the facility to hook up our main communications transmitters and receivers. This move has been stalled due to the schedule delays of the conlxactors who were utilizing this space while ulxlating the Town Building. The RACES and Auxiliary Police as well as the Emergency Management Senior staff contribute count- less hours of voluntary services to the town in support of any events that may require communications coverage or crowd control. We are planning on adding an additional four Auxiliary police to our cadre during 2003 to bring it up to strength. We continue to recruit RACES communicators holding valid Radio Amateur Licenses from the Federal Commu- nications Commission (FCC). We are also on the lookout for volunteers to join our Auxiliary Police group. Auxil- iary Police candidates must be over the age of 21 and able to pass a background investigation conducted by our local police department. All town residents meeting these cri- teria are eligible to apply regardless of race, sex or creed. Interested individuals may contact the undersigned at any time. As usual our thanks to the many town boards and departments including Town Manager, Mr. Mark Rees, the finance Board, Honorable Board of Selectmen, DPW, Police, and Fire Departments who can always be depended on to support our efforts including all MEMA exercises and real emergencies that may arise. My personal thanks to my Deputy John Coco and the Emergency Management Senior Staff for always being available when needed. Also Mr. William Hastings and the RACES communicators, Sgt. Richard Boettcher and the Auxiliary Police for all the voluntary services they provide to our community. Their support is greatly appreciated. 37 Fire Department WitUam V. Do[an, Fire Chief Mission Statement The North Andover Fire Department is an organiza- tion dedicated to the protection and preservation of life and property through aggressive fire suppression, fire prevention, emergency medical services, public education, hazardous materials control and containment, the mitiga- tion of other disasters, natural and manmade, and to be of assistance to the public. 2004 Overview Thc followiug mcmbcm retired from thc fire depart- meat in 2004: · FF Bruce Allen retired as the result of an on the job injury on 24 March 2004 having worked with the department since 26 April 1982 and for thc Town since 1979. · FF Terrence Joyce retired as the result of an on the job injury on 11 December 2004 having worked with the department since 3 March 1973. · FF Bernie Judge retired on 19 June 2004 having worked with the department since 10 October 1976 and prior to that for the City of Lawrence Fire De- partment. Wc wish all of them a long and healthy retirement. In October 2004 the department received two identi- cal fire pumpers. One was approved to replace Ladder 1 that did not carry a water supply. The second replaced the pumper that was totaled in a reliever accident on Route 495. These vehicles arc equipped with compressed air foam systems, which provide increased capability to extin- guish fires. The former Engine that was at Station 2 and had an aerial ladder and carried a water supply with fire pump is now our Ladder As a result of the approval of the CIP thc department was able to purchase a pick up truck to be used by the Fire Prevention Officer and for department services. This pur- chase decreased the number of vehicles in the fire depart- ment by utilizing the capability of this vehicle rather than have a car and a pickup as was done previously. The scheduled replacement of the hydraulic rescue tools was also approved in thc CIP and the department now has identical sets of tools on each of the two first response engine and a heavier duty set on the ladder to support the others and for entanglement and entrapment situations involving vehicles, machinery and other heavy objects. 38 The fire department witnesses many personal tragedies and we began our fiscal year with such a loss. That was the drowning of a young man who had recently graduated from high school and was looking forward starting col- lege. The fire department is working with the state parks division to prevent similar events. North Andover fire, police, the regional dive team and the Lawrence General Hospital paramedics responded to rescue and recover this . young man. Our chaplains and critical incident stress team provided support for our personnel while the Merrimack Valley Trauma Intervention Team (TIP) provided emotion- al support services to the friends and witnesses and family of the victim of this event. The fire department is working with state officials to improve safety at isolated areas. Our mission to serve the public would be impossible without your continued support for the tools and mining we need prior to emergencies that enable us to work to- gether when crisis occurs. Potice Department Richard M. Stantey, Chief of PoUce During 2004 a State Community Policing Grant for $11_7,088 and a Governor's Highway Safety Bureau Grant for $11,400 was received. The awarding of these grants has allowed the police department to be a pro-active partici- pant in school safety, traffic management, and community outreach programs and most importantly has continued to diligently pursue the safety of the community through increased patrols of the Town's infrastructure. Our Officers have been active in conducting a Citizen Police Academy which will be open to any North Ando- vet resident or business owner. The academy is designed to give our residents an overview of what police work is really likc and give them the opportunity to meet and in- teract with their police department in a positive manner. The academy will bc repeated in 2005 as response to this program was outstanding. In addition a program called Kids Resist Aggression Defensively (KIDRAD) was also held. This program has been committed to providing education that enhances the ability of children and parents to utilize knowledge, skills, and power to protect themselves from violence and harm. Again this program will be repeated in 2005. If you would like more information on these programs you can visit our Internet site at www.napd.us. Our web site www.napd.us also offers residents infor- mation on upcoming Town events, information on obtain- ing a firearms license, State sex offender registry informa- tion, obtaining public documents, downloadable accident reports and policing related links. In addition, our Department provides resident identi- fication cards which are particularly helpful for children ages 13-16 who travd but do nut have a valid drivers license. Residents can obtain one by contacting our Crimi- nal Investigation Division and making an appointment. In an effort to keep our in-school programs fresh and relevant we have begun the process of moving from a DARE program to a School Resource Officer Program. Officers are available and trained to handle a wider range of youth issues. As always we maintain a working relationship with other State and Federal law Enforcement agencies such as the Drug Enforcement Agency. These collaborations have led to several casts being developed involving "oxycontin" abuse and the drug "ecstasy" abuse. Traffic safety is a quintessential priority for the police department. Our traffic safety unit has prioritized trash truck mute enforcement as well as enforcement and edn- cational programs designed to reduce accidents within the community. The traffic safety unit continues to evaluate road and intersection designs offering recommendations for changes to improve the ever increasing traffic flow. Citizens can feel confident that the police department will continue to hold the safety of its residents as its prime objective and will continue to follow its mission statement which is The North Andover Police in partnership with the community strive to protect life and property under the law, with full reslaect for human dignity, and according to the highest standards of professional skill, integrity, and accountability. 39 Possession CLass D Substance 3 9 90 2~ 2 5 10 2 RMV Oocument Wotat~on Rob~ Utter Fatse Instrument Warrant Arrests Totat ~mpta~nts Issu~ Tota~ Arrests Total Summons/Hearings 1 2 55 1 1 327 4O 41 DIVISION OF PUBLIC WORKS Division of Pubtic Works J. WitLiam Hmurciak RE., Director Water Supply & Distribution--FY 2004 In Fiscal Year 2004, the following were installed as part of the North Andover Water Distribution System: 7205 feet of eight-inch water main, 22 eight-inch gate valves, 17 six4nch gate valve, s, and 26 fire hydrants. The water distribution system now consists of: 142.05 miles of main pipe; 6 twelve-inch, 2 eight-inch, and 1 six- inch check valves; 4 twelve-inch altitude valves; 5 twenty- four-inch butterfly valves; 509 twelve-inch, 4 ten-inch, 996 eight-inch, 1775 six-inch, and 4 four-inch gate valves; and lBS1 public hydrants. Size of Pipe Length of Pipe (Inches) (Feet) 24 lg17 12 258,394 10 7615 8 383,099 6 9L657 4 1260 3 160 There were installed in 2003-2004 either wholly or partially, 169 water services. Eight damaged fire hydrants were replaced and 29 water main breaks or leaks were repaired. Hydrants were inspected, repaired, flagged, and painted where necessary. As part of the Town's ongoing program to replace unlined cast iron pipe, Oliveim Construction replaced sections of Clark Street and Glenwood Street with new ductile iron pipe. Two new subdivisions, Carter Field and Peachtree, also extended the town's water distribution sys- tem. The Town's next water main project was awarded to DeFelice Corporation of Dracut. New water mains are scheduled to be installed on Sutton Hill Road, Farnum Street, Wood Lane, Bradford Street, Peters Street, Cotuit Street, Wilson Road, and Highland Terrace. The Sutton Hill Booster Pump Station was activated in FY04. The station was designed to increase water pressure for domestic use and to increase hydrant flow rates around the Sutton Hill Area. Water pressure was increased on Sut- ton Hill Road, Sandra Lane, Sutton Place, Lisa Lane, Kara Drive, Heath Road, Heath Circle, Appledore Lane and 42 Kieran Road. Improved hydrant flow tests confirmed the booster pump station is functioning as designed. Future water main work by the DeFdice Corporation and the Peachtree Development Company will expand the Sutton Hill High Service Area along a portion of Chestnut Street, Blueberry Hill Lane, Greenwood East Lane, Booth Street, and Saville Street. The Town's hydrant flow testing program began in FY03 and was completed in FY04.. Crews from the Fire Department and Water Department worked together to check pressures and hydrant flow rates for each hydrant in town. The second contract of a five-year program to replace old water meters throughout town was completed by Easton WinWater Works, Approximately 800 old meters were replaced with the new radio-read type meter. The new meters are more accurate and often allow the meter reader to obtain a reading from carbside. Drinking Water Treatment Ptant, Pumping Stations, and Water Storage Facilities In spring of this year the Department of Environmental Protection honored the North Andover Water Department for "it's outstanding performance and achievement to have placed among the top six percent (6%) of public water systems in the state". This award recognized "the effort and dedication by the Water Department to meet the ever evolving federal and state requirements, and the fact that the system also conducted many non-regulatory activities m help promote quality drinking water. It is the Depart- ment's belief that this public water system went above and beyond what is required to supply quality drinking water and should be recognized for their endeavors." The Water Treatment Plant also received an award for the thirteenth year in a row from the Massachusem Dental Sec!cry for "excellence in maintaining optimal community water fluoridation as a recognized scientific public health measure in the prevention of dental decay." In June the Water Treatment Plant sent out 11,600 edu- cational water quality reports to all residents of North An- dover. The purpose of these brochures is to keep the public informed and educated about such subjects as the water treatment process, analytical test results, system improve- ments, source water protection, water conservation, and contamination from cross-connections. Educational tours were also given throughout the year to school age children to aim this knowledge at a younger audience. Also in June, copper sulfate ~vas added to the lake as a control technique for algae. The levels of algae are care- fully watched, especially in the summer, as this can cause problems with filtration, which would increase the cost of treatment. Mailed with the water bills this year was a brochure entitled, "25 Things You Can Do to Prevent Water Waste". This was done as a requirement of the Water Management Act as part of our continued effort to educate consumers on water conservation. This year all Water Treatment Personnel were trained as "First Responders" to incidents that might occur within the water treatment field especially due to the large amount of chemicals and high voltage electricity that is part of their daily lives. This is just one examp/e of on go- ing training that all water treatment personnel go through each year to keep them abreast of the latest technology' in the water treatment field along with the latest safety meth- ods in the industry. The following lists some of the major events of the year at the Drinking Water Treatment Plant (DWTP), Wa- ter Pumping Stations and Potable Water Storage Facilities · New rubberized floor tiles were installed through- out all office, control and lab room areas. The origi- nal ones were lifting and becoming a safety hazard at the Water Treatment Plant. · The three (3) raw water pump variable frequency drives were replaced with new ones · Completed the installation of a new ABB Instru- mentation Process Control Computer System. This new up to date system has much greater operational control and function, as well as improved informa- tion storage, greater mathematical calculation ca- pability, remote station input and improved control and monitoring. · The Carbon filters were upgraded to include air 43 scour systems, which enhance the filter opera- tion and overall drinking water quality as well as reduce process water. Air Scour is presently sav- ing the need for 60,000 gals of water per filter per backwash, which is equal to an annual savings of roughly 28 million gallons per year. · Icebreakers, alignment devices and electrical heat- ing systems were installed on the traveling carriages within the Settling Basins at the Water Treatment Plant to prevent failure and damage causext by ice formation inside the Settling Basin. · Overhauled and balanced one of the 350-horse power finished water pump motors. · A motorized secarity gate was installed in Drinking WTP main roadway. · The (2) large backflow prevention devices were re- placed * The #2 Sutton Hill storage tank was drained to re,- pair the cover. Rain collection channel wrights were thrown out of alignment due to windstorms. · The steal suction pipe at Rosemont Drive Booster Pump Station was replaced with a new one due to it's corroding and leaking. · Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Water Supply approved a chlorine application system for the enhanced disinfection of water enter- ing or leaving the Bear Hill Storage Tanks. · In the Spring 2004, the Town took on ownership and operation of the new Sutton Hill Booster Pump Station. The station has significantly improved wa- ter pressure, supply, and fire protection and elimi- natext the need of individual home booster pumps in that area. · The altitude control valve at the Bear Hill Storage tank was overhauled. · Repaired #2 pump at Foxwood Booster Pump sta- tion Cross Connecb'on Control Program (CCCP) There are now 438 backflow prevemion devices reg- istered with the Town and State that require testing as compared to 388 on record in 2003. These devices, located within Industrial, Commercial, Institutional and Govern- meat establishments, protect consumers against contami- mated water traveling backwards into our potable water distribution system. The Town has also begun survey, inspection and cor- rection of residential cross connections due to improper lawn irrigation and home fire fighting back/low device systems installations. Sewage Collection & Treatment In Fiscal Year 2004, the following were installed as part of the North Andover Sewage Collection System: 1536 feet of 24-inch PVC pipe, 10,480 feet of 8-inch PVC pipe, and '70 manholes. The sewage collection system now consists of 82.7 miles of sewer main with 5218 house con- nections. Size ofSewers Length of Sewers (Inches) (Feet) 36 440 30 5461 27 4171 24 18,469 20 9547 ~8 23,992 15 2889 12 36,920 10 1~267 8 242,485 6 82,154 In FY04, P Gioioso & Sons of Hyde Park completed construction on the East Side Trunk Sewer in Walker Road and Chiekering Road. The replacement of the East Side Sewer satisfied a component of the Town's Consent Order with the Department of Environmental Protection. During FY04, RM Pacella worked on thc Phase 4A and 3D Sewer Extension Projects, and both are expected to become active in FY05. Both projects will help to protect Lake Cochichewick by eliminating septic systems in the lake's watershed. Two new subdivisions, Carter Field and Peachtree, extended the town's sewer collection system. The Carter Field Subdivision also provided a new sewer main along a substantial portion of Barker Street. A contract for the Town's next sewer extension project, Phase 4B, was awarded to Albanese D & S of Dmcut. The project includes new sewer mains to be installed in Salem Street from Lennne Drive to Dale Street, Johnson Street from Johnson Circle to Abbott Street, a small section of Dale Street, and Anne Road. Sewer Pump Stations (SPS) Seven Sewer Pumping Stations wet wells were de- greased and degritted throughout the course of this fiscal year Major overhauls were conductw~l on the pumps at the Rea's Pond, Winter Street, and Campbell Road Pumping Stations. In the Fall 2003 The construction of a new submersible pump server pump station and emergency power generator was completed at Johnson Circle. This new station re- placed the aging air compressor ejector station, which was failing to operate properly. The Town assumed responsibility of the maintenance & operation of (2) more sewer pump stations that were 44 previously privately maintained. At this time 20 sewer pump stations are now Town owned and operated. Another pump station Mechanic was added to our sewer staff to keep up with the growing responsibility for sewer pumping station maintenance. We installed a new emergency power generator at the Alcott Village sewer pump station and also repaired leaks in the concrete within the dry pump chamber. We installed an emergency bypass system at the Holly Ridge sewer pump station, and improved the grounds to make for safer off road parking and aesthetics. This bypass system will allow the staff the ability to ufililize our own portable pump to bypass the normal pumps there in the event of a major failure. We installed new, improved safe entryway and a new compressor at the Bonny Lane SPS. The staff successfully maintained Pumping Station operations without failure, under severe emergency condi- tions during the major rainstorms of April 2004. Sotid Waste Collection and Disposal Waste Management of New Hampshire completed the third year of the current contract for collection and trans- portation of solid waste. A total of 11,237 tons of solid waste was delivered to the Wheelebrator Facility on Holt Road in FY04. The total was 48 tons less than FY03, a de- crease of 0.5%. The second annual Earth Evay cleanup was held on April 24, 2004. RecycLing A total of 2,005 tons of paper, glass, tin, aluminum and plastic were recycled in Fy04. The total was 142 tons greater than FY03 an increase of 7.6%. The Town received a Municipal Recycling Grant for $6,977. The gram in- dnded recycling calendar mailem, recycling bins, stickers, composting bins, and kitchen scrap buckets. Town meeting adopted an amendment to the Town By- laws, which maintained compliance with State Waste Bans by not allowing plastic, paper and Cathode Ray Tubes in the solid waste stream. The amendment also provided the directive that visible recyclables should not be picked up at curbside. A total of 439 residents participated in two household hazardous waste days conducted by Clean Harbors. The DPW continued to provide bi-weekly curbside recycling collection, bi-monthly appliance pick-up and operate the DPW garage drop off center for recycling and the Cyr drop off center for yard waste on Sharpners Pond Road. Fall leaf pickup, spring brush cleanup and Christmas tree pickup were also conducted in FY04. The Solid Waste Advisory Committee continued ac- tivities and programs to promote and enhance recycling. The Committee developed recommendations to the Select- men that would result in cost savings to the Town through reduction in trash generated and or an increase in the rote of recycling. /he recommendations included maximizing education and outreach, increasing school recycling voluraes, imple- menting special bulky metal pickup, collecting all #1 and #2 plastic curbside, not allowing visible recyclables in the solid waste stream, and promoting composting. Street Maintenance The following streets were wholly or partially recon- structed and repaved in FY2004; Elmerest Road, Summer Street, and Summit Street. The following streets were wholly or partially resuffaced; Abbott Street, Rrst Street, Forest Street, Glenwood Street, Great Pond Road, Magno- lia Road, Main Street, Marbleridge Road, Massachusetts Avenue, Meadow Lane, and Sutton Street. Sidewalks were constructed on a portion of Chesmut Street and resuffaced along a portion of Main Street. Patching of pavement was done throughout the Town to eliminate defects and potholes. The shoulder areas along sidewalk and roadway projects were learned and seeded. Catch basins and manholes were rebuilt or repaved as required. Some drainage structures and piping was installed along Chestnut Street as part of the sidewalk construction project. Spot drainage repairs were conducted throughout Town as required. A total of 420 catch basins were cleaned by machine or by hand. Roadside lawn damage due to snow plowing operations was repaired in April. Over 15 miles of roadside brush was cut. Approximately 29 lane miles of centefline and sideline and all crosswalks were repainted. Over 280 lane miles of roadway were swept of winter sand. The Town completed construction activities within the Foxwood subdivision including underdrains, stroetlights, intersection improvements, and tree plantings. The Town is administrating and coordinating the planning and design along with the electric, telephone, and cable utilities for a project in the Old Center to replace all the overhead wires to underground. The design of the Old Center Roadway Reconstruction Project is ongoing and a major milestone was achieved by receiving 25% Design approval from the Mass High~vay Department. The Town is evaluating the Mosquito Brook watershed to determine potential drainage improvements to help alleviate flooding areas. Forestry & Tree Maintenance Our skyworker bucket truck was active in FY04. A total of 49 trees ~vere pruned, 22 were removed and l new tree was p/anted. 3100 Christmas trees were chipped in January and a large amount of brush was chipped during the curbside spring cleanup conducted in April. Our ~'ee department crews worked with the various Committees in many ways throughout the year: Christmas 45 lights were put up in the Old Center Common as well as the downtown area which made for a wonderful and fes- tive display, flags were put up along Mass. Ave and Main Street for the 4th of July celebration and veterans day, and wreaths were hung along these same streets for the Christ- mas holiday. Playground Maintenance The playground system consists of Grogan's Field, 4.7 acres; Drummond Field, 5.0 acres; American Legion Beach, 1.4 acres; Carl Thomas Playground, 4.7 acres; Ap- lin Playground, 1.8 acres; Chadwick Street Playground, acres, Reynolds Playground 3.0 acres; the Gailagher Field at the Town Farm 2.5 acres, the Cyr Recreation Area, 10.3 acres and the new Foster Farm Fields 6.0 acres. This brings the total number of acres to 43.5. The two soccer fields off Sharpners Pond Road were again improved this season thanks to the North Andover Soccer Association. North Andover Soccer Association and Lacrosse Association also provided maintenance at Sharpners, Reynolds and Foster Fields. The North An- dover Booster Club provided maintenance at Sharpners baseball, Carl Thomas, and Aplin Fields. All fields were cut weekly with the assistance of the Booster Club and the Soccer and Lacrosse Associations. In preparing for the very busy summer season, thc fol- lowing work was completed; all existing swing sets and seesaws were repaired and painted. Playground equipment was installed at all playgrounds and the bathing beach. All benches were repaired and replaced at the playgrounds as needed. Sand was spread over the bathing beach at Stevens Pond to improve the swimming area. Nuisance weeds were removed from Stevens Pond using a hydrorake. Parks & School Grounds Maintenance Thc parks area consists of the Center Common, 8.1 acres; training grounds, 1.9 acres; Memorial Park, 2.7 acres; Old Burying Ground, 1 acre; Historical Society Plot; Farrington Burying Grounds; and 20 small plots at street intersections - a total of 15 acres. All park areas were maintained, and mowed an average of once per week. All triangles at various locations were maintained and mowed. School ground areas consists of the Bradstreet Scb. ool, 1.20 acres; Thomson School, 3.00 acres; Kittredge School, 6.57 acres; Franklin School, 8.77 acres; Sargent School 15 acres; North Andover Middle School and Atkiason School, 38.34 acres; and the High School, 44.52 acres -a total of 117.40 acres. The high school acreage is not in use due to construction of the new high school. Bleachers were repaired and repainted as required, Baseball fidds, track and field facilities, field hockey, soccer, lacrosse, and football fields were maintained for competitive school events and for youth and adult athletic events. The Booster Club provided funding for improvements to the Hayes Stadium field and the practice football field. Our thanks to all the volunteer organizations for funding programs and improvements an.d for their time and effort in maintaining and improving our playing fidds. 4{5 DTVISION OF COMMUNffY SERWCES Affirmative Action Program The Town of North Andover Affirmative Action Of- fice is responsible for monitoring, reviewing, and assisting the Town Manager in the implementation of the Town of North Audover Affirmative Action Program and mak- ing quarterly progress reports to the Town Manager, the Community Development Director, and the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination. This program con- sists of four (4) plans, as follows: 1. Municipal Employment Activities Han 2. Contract Compliance and Minority/Women's Business Enterprise Hah 3. Fair Housing Plan and Fair Housing Committee 4. Town of North Andover Commission on Disabilities Issues Municipal Employment Activities Program · Assisted the Town Manager by reviewing with a sign- off, applications, requisitions, and establishing an eli- gible list. · Prepare quarterly applicant flow data, promotions, separations data. · Notify vacancy announcements for minorityffemale outreach and review the Town's workforce for ava/l- ability of qualified women and minorities for the posi- tion. · Advertise positions in the local newspaper, regional newspaper, and periodicals serving minority communi- ties. · Prepare quarterly reports for the Town Manager and Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination. · Assist in implementation of Affirmative Action Pro- grams. · Attend various state conferences for update on Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Laws. Contract Compliance and Minority/Women's Busi- ness Enterprise Program · Meet on a regular basis with the North Andover Affir- mative Action Consultant. · Orientation and update on contract compliance regula- tions on both state and federal level with consultant. · Update vendor master file purchases to readily identify minority/woman suppliers. · Analyze and evaluate the Town master vendex file to improve performance in Town professional services and vendor purchases. · Utilize SOMBA annual directory to outreach minority and female ~ntractors and subcontractors. · Notification to state office (SOMBA) of intention to bid on projects. · Quarterly analysis and evaluation of the Town of North Andover contract compliance report and minority busi- ness enterprise report in preparation for submitting to Massachusetts Ctmmission Against Discrimination and the Town Manager. · Semi-annual assessment and evaluation of the com- munities participation in the contract award activity. Preparation of a written document reflects results of analysis. Report sent to Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination and the Town Manager. · Make necessary adjustments in the semi-annual as- sessment and evaluation of the contract awards activi- ties performance Jn order to comply with the Minority/ Women's Business Enterprise contract compliance plan requirements per Town and Massachusetts Commis- sion Against Discrimination Agreements. · Preparation of annual review and update for all other Minority/Women's Business Enterprise programs ad- ministrated by the Town. Fair Housing Hah and Fair Housing Committee · The Fair Housing Committee continues to be coordi- nated by the Division of Community Development and Services. · The Town of North Andover is an active participant in the HOME Consortium. · The Town continues to work on a regional approach toward providing affordable housing options for North A ndover. 49 £omm ss on on DJsabJUty ssues 3ames F. Lyons, 3r., Chairperson Richard A. CaEno, .lt. Barbara Currier, Longest Serving Member Nancy D. Murphy Brenda Pierro Savary Donald B. Stewart, Selectmen The North Andover Commission on Disabilities (NACDI) has once again made great advancements toward ensuring that the civil rights of people with all types of disabilities are met. Commissioners have provided tech- nical assistance, access surveys, community education, trainings, meetings, and other activities to assist in this process. The Massachusetts Architectural Access Barriers (AAB) Regulations and other disability related laws and their enforcement have kept our commission very busy this year. Two major buildings projects were completed in 2004. The opening of the North Andover High School with com- plete accessibility showed cooperation and attention to all detail that the building will be a true community resource. Having a totally accessible and central voting facility al- lowed participation during this Presidential Election year. The renovation of the Town Hall Offices on Main Street was noteworthy. The addition of an elevator, new meeting space, and easy access for all citizens makes this build- ing finally open and accessible to all. The ability to use the new and modern space will allow all groups - large and small to I~ able to use this beautiful building. Many committees and boards can now meet in this central loca- tion and allow all our citizens to be able to participate in comfort. Monitoring business, existing and new, in coop- eration with the Licensing Commissioners assures that all applicable needs are met and compliance issues addresses. Working on issues as they arise in a cooperative fashion encourages new business and access for all. We plan to continue training initiatives to have our commission certified. We meet on the fourth Thursday of each in the conference room at the Town Hall at 120 Main Street. Parking and elevator access is available atthe rear of the building. If you require any special accommoda- tions for our meetings or any other public meetings please contact us through the Town Clerk's Office at (978)688- 9502. Join us at any time and let us know what we can do to help. Our mission is to increase awareness of avail- able services and nee, ds of residents with disabilities. Our Commission members are dedicated to our community and its needs and it is their hard work that makes all of this possible. Housing Authority 3oanne Comerford, Executive Director William McEvoy, Chairman Anna O'Connor, Treasurer Heten Soucy, Vice Chair Paul Gi[[igan, State Appointee As Executive Director, I am pleased to submit, on behalf of thc North Andover Housing Authority Board of Commissioners, and its Chairman, William McEvoy, the Authofity's 56th annual report for fiscal year ending September 30, 2004. This report has been prepared in ac- cordance with Chapter 12lB of the General Laws of Mas- sachusetts, which govern housing authoriti~. During the past year, the Authority provided low rent subsidized units for over 400 families. The Authority- owned Iow rent units are distributed in six elderly and two family developments, which consist of: 5O State funded Fountain Drive Bingham Way Foulds Terrace O'Connor Heights Veteran's Housing Ashland Street FederalLy funded McCabe Court Morkeski Meadows 40 units of elderly/disabled 42 units of elderly/disabled 52 units of elderly/disabled 20 units of elderly/disabled 10 units congregate housing 24 two and three bedroom family units 2 three bedroom family units 45 units of elderly/disabled 60 units of elderly/disabled In addition to owned units, the Authority also admin- isters rental subsidy programs through the use of Federal and State funds. These programs are designed to provide a subsidy for housing to eligible low-income families and el- derly individuals. The Authority currently administers 133 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and 4 Mass Rental Vouchers (MRVP). The Authority offers the Family Self-Sufficiency pro- gram (FSS) to those individuals participating in the Sec- tion 8 Housing Choice Voucher Pro.am. FSS is a HUD funded social service program that provides guidance and support to low-income families. FSS offers case-man- agement services to assist participants with education, job training, job search, childcare, transportation, credit repair, and job readiness skills. The FSS Program Coordi- nator works with families over a five-year period to help them reach their goal of economic self-sufficiency. A unique feature of the FSS program is the escrow savings account that is available to working families. The escrow account offers program participants a way to save money as their income and rent increases. Many FSS grad- uates have used their escrow funds to purchase a home. All housing administered by the Authority is subject to the following income limits: State/Federal person household $40,600 46,400 52,200 58,000 62,650 67,300 71,900 or more 76,550 The State minimum age requirement for elderly is 60, handicapped or disabled. The Federal minimum age re- quirement is 62, handicapped or disabled. The minimum head of household age for family housing is 18 o3 over. Neither program has an asset limit. Income from assets is added to total income and that must remain within the above thresholds. North Andover residents receive a pref- erence for these programs. Elderly applicants receive a preference on the State Elderly Waiting List. The Authority is currently in the design phase to con- struct four (4) to five (5) three bedroom modular units on two sites, one on Ashland Street adjacent to an existing two family building and one on May Street. Two of the units will be barrier-free. Construction of a long awaited elevator at the Morkeski Meadows development was recently completed, providing greater ease of access for the residents. We would like to thank the Senior Center for their on- going efforts in helping to make our residents aware of the many programs that are available to them. I would also like to thank the Authority's board mem- bers and the staff for their hard work and dedication. In closing, the Housing Authority wishes to express our sincere appreciation to the town departments and the citi- zens of North Andover who have supported and assisted the Authority in our continuous efforts to provide adequate affordable housing, SCHOOL DEPARTMENT School Committee Daniel Murphy, Chair North Andover enjoys a reputation as a community that values education. Equally as important, we value our students, teachers, staff and administrators. The commu- nity derives enormous benefit from a school district that prides itself on the quality of edueation that students re- ceive and the quality of instruction provided by teachers. The School Committee recently reaffirmed its primary goal of affording all North Andover students an excellent education. At the forefront of our endeavors, the School Committee is constantly monitoring the school's activities on two fronts: (1) how well are our schools and students doing; and (2) how are we measuring or assessing this growth and progress? Without quesfion~, the opening of North Andover's $51 million dollar, state-of-the-art High School in Febru- ary, 2004, has been the most exciting and visible change in the school district. A collaborative effort on the part of the community, the School Committee, the School Build- ing Committee, the School Department and various town agencies has resulted in the almost unheard of feat of completing the new High School both ahead of schedule and under budget. The High School'facilities, including new athletic complex, provides the town with outstanding facilities designed to be focal points for our community. It is our philosophy that North Andover has the capac- ity to become a more competitive school district. Specifi- cally, a major goal is not only to be recognized as one of the top school district in the Commonwealth, but to acquire this distinction (top ten porcen0 by achieving high results on nationally recognized tests and assessments (i.e., State MCAS tests, SAT scores and AP performance). Dr. Harutunian has brought to North Andover a "can do" style of le. adership that has energized the entire school system. He has worked with the School Committee to de- velop an open budget process that provides all taxpayers the ability to track school spending. When Dr. Harutanian came to North Andover, he did so with the specific pur- pose of bring our schools to a higher level. He is off to a great start! Our school buildings and fields are safe and well designed, and all our facilities are now attractive learn- ing environments. With the funding necessary to support our schools, improved communication among students, teachers, parents and administrators, and the vision of our Superintendent, the school district is poised to tackle the challenge of becoming one of the top ten districts in the Commonwealth. Superintendent of Schoots Dr. Harry K. Harutunian, Superintendent of SchooLs It is a pleasure to prepare this Annual Report of 2004 for the Town of North Andover. Since my appointment [last July 1, 2003, as Superintendent of Schools], I have followed the outline I presented to the School Committee, in which my Entry Plan was used to assess North Andover Public Schools to determine where we are as a school district. During the late summer and fall, I interviewed or talked with over 1,I00 members of the School Department, town government and the community. These meetings and discussions yielded valuable insight. Collectively, they re- affirmed that North Andover Public Schools does, indeed, have a good school system with a bright future. The entire community of North An(lover can celebrate the many accomplishments of our school district, in particular: · the smooth and almost flawless opening in Febru- ary, 2004, of the new high school; · the highest SAT scores at the high school in the past 14 years; · the 2003 MCAS district rank improving from 5?th place to 52nd place in the state; · the highest (in the last 12 years) percentage of eighth graders advancing to the Mgh school as freshmen; · opening the channels of communication about our budget process that resulted in Town Meeting's ap- proval (May, 2004) ufa level-service funded budget for FY05; · meeting the timetable for replacing four retiting principals; the smooth transition for the reassign- meat of three elementary principals, including an equally smooth transition after the resignation of a School Committee member; · supervision of the Special ]Education Department budget to the successful conclusion without a deficit at the end of the year; · growing enrollment at the high school (19% steady growth in the past 5 years); in addition, the entering Freshman Class for fall 2004 is 25% larger than the graduating Senior Class of 2004; · concentration on curriculum and instruction throughout the district that resulted in an almost universal recognition that mathematics be targeted as a priority for next year. We created a budget process that included community input and presented a level-funded budget that was enthu- siastically received for its specific clarity and readability. The result was the full approval of the level-funded budget request at the Town Meeting last May. The successful outcome of the budget process validated that the To,va of North Andover most benefits whenever productive dia- logue and honest communication occurs between admin- istrators who represent the different departments in town government. North Andover residents am strong advocates for edu~ cation and are not hesitant to approach me with their ideas about improving education in North Andover. Many local real estate agents remind us just how much potential residents to North Andover value the reputation of the North Andover School Department. Our reputation is at an all-time high, according to local realtors. In addi- tion, our District is fortunate that, collectively, the School Committee members, champions for excellence in educa- tion, are such strong role models. Conclusion It has beeu a year now since I was invitext to come to North Andover as your Superintendent of Schools. As I reflect on this past year, so many of the reasons I decided to work in North Andover have only been solidified by my having been here a full year. North Andover remains a re- markable community, where students are thriving academ- ically and athletically. Collectively, the School Committee excels in its quest to represent the community and keep public education in the forefront of the Town's priorities. The tremendous accomplishments of the School Commit- tee and tho School Building Committee only enhances the stature and recognition of this town as a community that truly values student learning and education, the students and their teachers, staff and administrators. I have already recommended to the School Committee what the District needs that will take our students and the schools to higher levels of quality performance. Support only ensures that my plan has a realistic chance of success. As you read further into the Annual Report, our adminis- trators have highlighted many of the exciting activities and programs that have occurred this past year. North Andover is now poised to take on greater academic challenges. Your continued support is vital if we are to achieve our ambi- tious goals. Curricutum and Instruction Dr. Rona[d Binkney Student learning at high levels continued to dominate the school district this past year. More than 4,300 students and 260 plus teachers have been meaningfully e~gaged in myriad academic and athletic activities across eight buildings throughout the district. Traditional indicators of success, such as standardized testing [i.e., State MCAS tests and College Board/SATs], demonstrate that, indeed, students in North Andover are learning at very high levels. Professional development remains an important do- meat of teacher learning. More than one-third of our teaching/support staff were involved in taking one or more graduate courses at a local college or university. In addi- tion, more than ten poment of the staff received a Masters degree or higher this past year. All members of the profes- sional stuff have been involved in high-quality professional development in multiple ways: district curriculum days; local/state conferences and workshops; training through local/state collaborative agencies; and, graduate work at colleges and universities. On4ine learuing and distance learning for our profes- sional staff has continued to accelerate. Teachers are tak- ing advantage of the technology available in tho district for them to grow professionally. In addition, a large percent- age of the staff [and, indeed, across the Commonwealth] has been busy working on their own l'e-certification. Teachers have been immersed in training that em- phasizes adapting teaching styles to accommodate tho diverse learning styles of students. Teachers are report- ing that students are making progress in mastery of basic skills and competeneies. This theme of "diverse learning styles of students" has been reflected in different ways throughout the district. For example, at the elementary level, teachers/staff received 20 hours of professional de- velopment work in literacy training [Reader's Workshop, Writer's Workshop, Word Study Skills]; differentiated instruction continued at the middle school level; and, "Re- search for Better Teaching: Tho Skillful Teacher" at tho High School. S3 The practically flawless opening of the new High School in February, 2004, created enormous opportuni- ties for the District to use a state-of-the-art building for multiple professional development opportunities (including on-line learning and distance learning). The size and spa- ciousaess of the building makes it an exceedingly attrac- tive site for activities and training opportunities. The federally-mandated "No Child Left Behind Act of 2001" continues to receive emphasis in the District. There remains strong, local support for attaining the five goals of the program: [1] All students will b~ proficient in math and English/Language Arts; [2] All limited English students will become proficient in reading; [3] All teach- ers will be highly qualified; [4] All schools will be saJe and drug free; and, [5] All students will graduate from high school. Throughout the United States, all students at- tending public schools and all public schools are expected to demonstrate "proficiency" in the five goals by the 2013/2014 school year. In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, the ddinition of "all students will be proficient" is determined by perfor- mance on the State's MCAS test. This past year, the com- bined MCAS test results showed improvement, moving the District from a rank of 57~ in 2002 to 52~ in 2003. As in previous years, public school students are tested in grades 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 10 in English/Language Aris, math- ematics, and science/technology. Based on the Massachu- setts Department of Education's District Progress Report of 2002, the North Andover School District achieved Ad- equate Yearly Progress in all schools and in ail disciplines assessed. Essentially, this means that our District is well on its way toward meeting the five goals as enumerated in the "No Child Left Behind Act of 2001." Mathematics was targeted as the discipline that would receive high priority in the District for the upcoming 2004/05 school year. This includes professional develop- ment training for teachers and the development of a new Curriculum Implementation Plan (including piloting in the fall). Elementary math tutors were employed during the 2003/04 school year to help students with remediation in math skills. A State grant enabled high school students to receive remediation in English/Language Arts and mathematics. In addition, North Andover Public Schools received a grant from the Northeast Consortium for Staff Development that supports teacher training in mathematics. North Andover Public Schools offered a new educa- tional initiative in the 2003/04 school year by creating three full-day kindergarten classes at the Atkinson EI- emeatary School in addition to the six half-day kinder- garten classes which continued to operate at the Bmdstrect Childhood Center. A competitive grant was awarded to the District that partially funded a regular education aide for each of the full-day kindergarten classes. This grant, fund- ed by the federal government and monitored by the Massa- chusetts Department of Education, supports the expansion of full-day kindergarten programs across the country. BradstTeet Early Chttdhood Center The 2003-2004 academic year was one of transition for kindergarten programming in the District. With the avail- ability ~ classroom space at Atkinson and the support of state grant funds and parent tuition, the possibility of full- day kindergarten became a reality. The program was initi- ated with three classrooms. Two of Bradstrcet's veteran kindergarten teachers, Janet Gaffny and Margo Perriello, transferred to the full-day kindergarten program and were joined by new hire, Katie Middlemiss. Bradstreet continued to provide half-day programming with twelve sessions serving 265 students. Zedeka DeLong was hired as a new half-day kindergarten teacher, and Katie Vozeolas, the District's lead nurse, stepped in as the afternoon nurse when Betsy Marshall was transferred to Franklin. Veteran principal, Kathy Callagy, retired at the end of October after years of service to the North Andover community. While she was very much missed, Marybeth Keane, the district's Literacy Liaison, was appointed Act- ing Principal, and the transition was a smooth one. The School Council, staff, and the Improvement Plan continued its focus on curriculum, instruction, and assess- ment. The building's Literacy Coordinator, Karen Brown, provided twenty after-school hours of professional devel- opment and hours of coaching time during the school day to support teachers as they continued to learn about and implement the literacy program. Instruction in the Lan- guage Arts has primacy in the kindergarten curriculum because strong listening, speaking, reading and writing skills are requisite for future learning across the disci- plines. During Readers' and Writers' workshops, kinder- garten students learned new skills and strategies and had the opportunity to practice them with the level of support they required. Throughout the year, data was collected to monitor progress and inform instruction. Last year, the extended Bradstreet communi~ took the proverb, "It takes a village to raise a child," to heart. Par- ents, high school students, and community members regu- larly volunteered their time to help out in classrooms and to work with students in our Literacy Support Program. The PTO, with the generous support of local business- es, did an outstanding job raising funds to spruce up the in- side and outside of the building. Monies raised allowed for the purchase of some new playground equipment, several computers, a sound system for the thc All-Purpose room, a portable piano, furniture for the library, appliances for the faculty room, and photos of kindergarten students at work and at play to adorn the wails. In addition, each teacher had a wish list and those wishes were fulfilled. New kitch- en sets, puppet theaters, tables, games, and instructional materials were ordered and seemed to arrive daily. At year's end, registrations for next year's kindergarten programming indicated even greater parent interest for the full-day program. Two of our veteran teachers, Lisa Ber- nard and Missey McManus, will join the Atkinson full-day kindergarten staff for the 2004-2005 academic year. With their moves freeing up some classroom space, three half- day sessions of preschool will be housed at the Bradstrcet Early Childhood Center next year making Bradstreet truly an Early Childhood Center. Finally, with the generous support of the community and efforts of the instructional staff, Bradstreet students had a year to remember. One that will serve them well as they move on to continue their elementary careers at their neighborhood schools. As in the past, we explore opportunities to secure ad- ditional grant funding to support our District's needs. Each year, our teachers rededicate themselves to the profession and the goal of helping students achieve maximum po- tential. Strong and powerful curriculum, instruction and assessment remain in the forefront of all our initiatives as the District continues to challenge all student learning and outcomes. Atkinson School Bette Ann Coyte, Principal The most remarkable event of this school year was the addition of three full day kindergarten classes at the Atkinson School, coupled with a decrease in the number of classes being offered at each other grade level, first through fifth. While we lamented the loss of families through partial redistricting, we celebrated the oppormni~ ties that might be developed with our new kindergarten students. Families that were interested in this full day offering paid a supplemental fee to cover the cost of extending the school day. Two teachers, Mrs. Janet Gaffny and Mrs. Margo Perriello, moved to Atkinson from the Bradstreet School. Mrs. Katherine Middlemiss was hired to complete the team. We also took advantage of a competitive grant award that helped us provide a full time assistant in each kindergarten classroom. Mr. Bill Hutehins, Mrs. Sharon Holland, and Ms. Jennifer O'Soro were highly effective additions to the kindergarten program, as was Special Education assistant, Mrs. Vicki Pollina. The full-day kindergarten drew students from all North Andover neighborhoods, providing an opportunity for all of the families to get to know people from other parts of town. Families also came to recognize the won- derfully welcoming enviromnent that is Atkinson School. Parents routinely stopped by the office to report their sat- isfacfion with the full day kindergarten program, the staff, and with the entire Atkinson School experience. We welcomed Ms. Michelle Sundermier as School Psychologist/Guidance Counselor and prepared for the June retirements of Music teacher, Mrs. Mary Snyder, and Principal, Belie Ann Coyle. Our student enrollment was maintained at just under 300 students all year long. As a result of School Improvement planniug, there were two major initiatives - the continuation of our work with-the Literacy Collaborative at Lesley University and the addition of tutors to assist intermediate students with math instruction. This was our first year of full implementation of the Lite/ney Collaborative Framework at all grades. Students were highly acclimated to the routines and rigor of the framework and so, were able to get right to work on the in- creased expectations of a higher grade level. Teachers con- tinued to receive individual coaching on topics that were mutually selected with the Literacy Coordinator. They also received an additional 20 hours of direct instruction that was designed to fine tune some of'the most important areas of the framework such as understanding how words work (Phonics Development) and compreheasioa strate- gies. The Literacy Team - teachers representing each grade, the two Literacy Coordinators, Reading Recovery teacher, and principal - met each month to share ideas, solve prob- lems, track student progress, evaluate assessment data, and create plans for the future. This team also planned a week- long celebration in conjunction with Read Across America week, a national initiative to highlight the importance of reading. Our students are learning that literacy is impor- tant, that they have a serious job to do, and that their teach- ers and families will support them as they engage in high quality learning tasks. Atkinson School students have not scored well on the math portion of the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assess- ment System (MCAS). For this reason, a team of teachers attended a Saturday workshop to learn new ways to present information with our Investigations math program. In ad- dition, three part time math tutors wexe added to our staff in order to provide individual and small group assistance with specific areas of the math curriculum, as identified by our careful analysis of the MCAS exam. Ms. Gay]e Kel- loway, Ms. Gall Oja, and Ms. Jennifer Steinberg worked with specific third and fourth graders to improve their confidence and skill with mathematics topics. They also worked closely with the classroom teachem to assure that student learning would be seamless. Our PTO assisted with this project in two separate ways. Sunshine Math was introduced as a voluntary home math experience with fun math problems. Some parents sent in weekly work pages for correction while others were content to do the problems at their own pace. We also of- feted a voluntary before and/or after school experience. Parent volunteers received training in the use of Acceler- ated Math, a management system for math practice oppor- tunities. It was offered only to fourth graders this year in 55 order to test its effectiveness before opening it up to other grades. Thc 27 students who participated were very grate- ful to thc parents who made this opportunity possible. The social life of a school community is also impor- tant. Thc Atkiason PTO paid close attention to this factor by organizing several events throughout thc year. The Holiday Social, Mother/Son Jammin' Fun, Donut Days (with Kfispy Kreme donuts at one event), and information- al PTO meetings were just some of thc special occasions that wcrc offered. Wc were delighted that thc kindemrten families who lived in other school districts entered into the lifo of this school even though their children would be here for just one year. Writers Symposium continues to be an event that seems special to Atkinson students. Once each week, a student from each class comes to the Library to read a selection from hi~ writing portfolio to the assembled group and Principal, Mrs. Coyle. The value of an authentic audience for one's writing is unquestioned when student . responses range from, "I want to revise this story so that it will be good enough for Writers Symposium," to "Mrs. Coyle will want to know that I worked hard on this story." Children are motivated when they know that we are paying attention to quality work and that what they write matters. At the end of this year, we taped a Symposium with the intent of showing it on the cable station so that the eom- mua'tty might get a sense of student wrifng abilities across all grades. In the Spring, it was announced that John McAleer, Sargent School principal, would be leaffmg Atkinson School in the next school year. The news was received with eager anticipation by the Atkia~son School Commu- nity, which recognizes Mr. McAleer's many strengths. His familiarity with North Andover and with disMct wide ini- tiatives should allow a smooth transition. As the current principal, I have enjoyed my past four years immensely. The Literacy Collaborative initiative (begun when I was principal at Kittredge) will remain the highlight of my career in North Andover. I learned a great deal about ways to shift student thinking and learning to higher levels, found ways to support teachers as they, too, shifted their thinking about student learning, and reveled in the student products and conversations that demonstrat- ed success with this approach. This is a wonderful time to be an educator - even a retired educator. I will miss the many people who have touched my life in North Andover. Franklin Etementary Schoot Pamela Lathrop, Principat Thc Franklin School opened on Wednesday, Septem- ber 3rd with 328 Students enrolled in grades one through five and five classrooms of preschool serving 85 young children. There were three classrooms at each grade level with an average class size of 22 children. The students, parents, and staff worked diligently to create a suppoxtive and caring school community. New staff members this year included Kelly Caruso as a long-term substitute in third grade and Tins Morrison joined us as a special education teacher. Both teachers did an excellent job with their students and proved to be excel- lent additions to our professional staff. In Sept~nnber the Franklin School's beloved nurse Cathy Willis passed away. During her tenure in North Andover she was an active member of the Franklin School staff. She worked with the North Andover Police and Fire Departments to create the Franklin School Crisis Plan. She worked with staff, parents and students to promote health and wellness in the school. Mrs. Willis also coor- dinated school wide events such as Pennies for Patienls, and Lee Denim Day. She was the co-chair of our annual Veteran's Day Breakfast. Mrs. Willis was an integral part of the Franklin community, whose common sense, humor and compassion will be profoundly missed by all students, staff and parents. Katie Vozeolas, lead nurse, Betsy Mar- shall, and Barbara Ann Donovan shared the responsibility of Franklin School nurse for the remainder of the school year. These three nurses did a wonderful job communicat- ing with each other, the Franklin staff and parent popu- lation. They quickly assessed the needs of the Franklin School and provided excellent health care. The Franklin School mission statement reads: The Franklin Elementary School is an involved community that promotes life-long learning and good citizenship with a curriculum that encourages excellence and meets individual student needs. The dedicated staff works hard to prove that statement every day. The teachers are com- mitted to providing sound and challenging experiences for all children. The students performed well in their daily work and on mandated tests. One hundred percent of our third grad- ers passed thc Reading MCAS in the spring. Sixty-nine students were assessed. One student scored a perfect score of 40. The average score was 33. Grade four MCAS results will be released in the fall of 2004. Past test data showed math was an area where we needed to improve. Teachers met regularly by grade-level teams to review curriculum, share ioformafton and materials, and discuss appropriate instructional practices to meet the needs of all students. Math tutors were also employed to offer remedial help to several students. The Franklin School Council met monthly beginning in August to review school wide policies and to analyze and refine the School Improvement Plan. The members for the 2003-2004 year included parents: Paul Fergasun, Donna Armstrong (co-chair), Mim Terranova, Catherine Rogers, Lynne Scott, Lisa Staff and Karen Trowbridge; staff members: Pamela Lathrop (co-chair, principal), Mary Leu Counors (pre-school), Erin Caffrey (grade one), Jnlie 56 Faye (grade three), Ellen Boutilier (grade four), Diana Ut- tley (grade four) and C~nthia Cronan (art); and community member: Susan Lucy. The School Council conducted a parent survey in December of 2003. Parents were asked to respond to ques- tions concerning communication, instructional programs, parent and community involvement, school safety and environment and school accx)untability. The results were tabalated and the information gathered was used to help .the School Council write a new school improvement plan. Keeping with district initiatives, teaching and learning expanded this school year. The past school year sixteen first graders were provided with Reading Recovery sup- port from Reading Recovery teachers, Donna Armstrong and Mary Ann Lodde. Two teachers, Denise Colman (grade one) and Carol O'Neill (grade three) served as Literacy Coordinators and continued to receive training from Lesley University. The teachers at both the primary and intermediate levels worked tirelessly to implement the Lesley University Literacy Collaborative. This initia- tive involved extensive professional devdopment. All classroom teachers were involved in 20 hours of profes- sional development in order to continue to insure complete implementation of the program. New science materials were purchased to offer the hands on approach to learning. Teachers used rubrics and authentic assessments to deter- mine student achievement. Math portfolios were kept for every student in every grade. Assessments were adminis- tered for each unit and scored with rubrics. A math check- list was created for each grade level that included all of the skills as outlined in the Massachusetts State Frameworks. Under the direction of Mary Ann Lodde, reading spe- cialist, a volunteer program was established that partnered community members with students. All volunteers were trained how to read with and to a student. Volunteers met with their assigned student once a week for forty-five min- utes. Fourteen community members participated in this program. This program helped boost students' self esteem and brought community members into the Franklin School. Cynthia Cmnan, art teacher; Jeannette Powers, guid- ance counselor; and Anne Bate, instructional technology facilitator, created the WHAT CLUB: We Have a Talent for Thinking. The WHAT club was open to students in grades 2-4. This was a pilot program designed to challenge students to think. The program ran for ten weeks and meet once every two weeks. Under the direction of Diana Utfley, Ellen Boutilicr, Erin Caffrey, and Jeanette Powers a student council was formed at the Franklin School. There were representatives from every grade. The council made an effort to get opin- ions from the entire student body and develop programs that benefitted the greater community. The Franklin School continued to work with technol- ogy. With guidance from Anne Bate each grade used tech- nology more effectively and effidently in their classrooms and with in the curriculum. The PTO has been very active and supportive under the direction of co-presidents Katie Vozeolas and Deena Zimmerman. The PTO funded programs, supported class- rooms, coordinated and published the Monday Minutes. An extensive list of PTO activities included the Welcome Back Picnic, Family Breakfast, Holiday Social, Spring Auction, Math Superstars, Book Fair, Yearbook, Family Picnic, Special Occasion Books, Fund-raising, Fun-Run, Community Involvement, and the Enrichment Programs. The Franklin School relied heavily on the support of the FrO to fund mini-grants. FrO mini grants bring numer- ous programs and events to Franklin, indading; Museum of Science Electricity program, Zoo New England presen- tation, magazine subscriptions, and books for classroom libraries. The North Andover Enrichment Council provided as- semblies and programs at 'every grade level that expanded students' school experiences. The Franklin School hdd its Art Show in March. Each student prepared one piece of artwork with an artist statement for display. All who attended enjoyed the artwork. Community Involvemem ac- tivities throughout the year encouraged the participation of Franklin students and families in helping others. Our Vet- eran's Day breakfast honored local Veterans. Students aad staff collected coats and personal care items and provided Thanksgiving dinners to area families in need. A penny drive was held to raise money for Leukemia patients. The Franklin Community continues to reach beyond the school walls to affect others positively. The Franklin School is a wonderful place to be and a credit to the hard work and dedication of the staff, stu- dents, and parents. Kittredge School 3eau Shea-I)esmond, Ed.l~., Principal Overview I am pleased to file my fourth annual report as Princi- pal of Kittredge Elementary School. During the 2003-2004 academic year, our total popu- lation increased from 188 students to 224 students. This increase was due to a partial redistricting of students from the Atkinson School to the Kittredge School. Class-size averages this year were as follows: Grade 1 23 students Grade 2 23 students Grade 3 23 students Grade 4 21 students Grade 5 22 students 57 School Coundl This past year members of th~ Kittredge School Coun- dl included staff members Kerri O'Donoghue, Gertrude Alberico, and Marsha McManus; parents Kristen Huber- dean, Kim Millica, and Linda Weeks; community member Leslie Yonng-Lemire; and Principal, Joan Shea-Desmoud. The major focus of the Council at our monthly meetings was to evaluate our progress in advancing the following three goals of our School Improvement Plan: 1) To provide a holistic educational program which enables every student to reach his or her maximum potential; 2) To advance school culture of the Kittredge School Community; 3) To increase technological awareness and pmficieucy for the entire Kittredge School Community. Educational Programs As we analyzed our instructional outcomes, the fol- lowing progress and accomplishments were noted, thereby advancing our educational programs: · Successful completion of the coaching modal in lit- eracy for all teachers · Intensive staff development for all staff in English/ Language Arts · Completion of Phase 4 of the Lesley University Lit- eracy Collaborative · Increased use of test-preparation materials in grades 3,4, and 5 · Implementation of a math tutoring program for grades 3,4, and 5 5' Increased remedial reading support for at-risk pti- mary children On a daily basis, students demonstrate hard work and an excitement for learning. Our students continue to im- prove their performance on state-mandated testing. Our most exciting academic accomplishments have been in the Englisl~/Language Arts area. AT the time of this report 87% of our third-grade children scored at the Proficient Level on the English/Language Arts MCAS tests admin- istered in April 2004. We are continuing to see the fruits of our labor resulting from the efforts of our teachers and children, as well as Our collaboration with Lesley Univer- sity School Culture/Parent Involvement: This past September, we held our fourth annual Family Fun Night. This activity brings together our families and staff and serves to strengthen the collaborative bond that is prevalent at Kittredge School. Throughout the year, our parents, staff, and children demonstrated their response 58 and commitment to community service; they participated in our annual Coat Drive, Adopt -A-Family Food Drive, and Tabs for Tots. Our social highlight of this year was out Primo Pasta Night where we all enjoyed an evening of fun, food, and conviviality. Other family celebrations in- dnded .o~ Ice Ckeam Social, Fnddrncker's Family Night, and the Winter Skating Social. Under the competent leadership of Jodi Ldbowitz and Kfisten Huberdeau, the Kittredge PT0 continued to be a vital part of our school community. As always, our par- ents generously donoXed their time and resources to work as Kittredge partners in the education of their children. Volunteers are evident throughout the building on a daily basis; many activities and programs continue through gen- erous financial contdbufons and time commitments. In May, our parents demonstrated their gratitude through par- ticipation in Teacher Appreciation Week. In June, a Vol- unteer Breakfast was held to thank our wonderful families for their continued support. Our Kittredge Community is very fortunate to be the recipient of such generosity. Technological Awareness and Profidency Technology is an integral component of our curriculum and assessment. All staff members communicate daily through e-mall. Report cards are now created clectreni- cally by each teacber. Students arc encouraged to develop computer research skills using computers in each class- room and in the "mini-lab" housed in our school library. Fifth grade children also benefited from our portable wire- less lab for curriculum projects. Challenges Because of the loss of portnble instructional and work space two years ago, we still encounter many challenges as our class sizes increase. The need for space to hold team meetings, and provide out-of-class support for children continues to be an ongoing challenge for our school com- munity. Our annual report would not be complete without ac- knowledging the dedication, commitment, and hard work of our staff members. In addition, the support provided by our families on behalf of all our children, communicates a clear message that education is important. It has beeu a pleasure to lead the Kittredge School Community for the past four years! Annie L. Sargent Etementa~J Scheot 3ohn E. HcAteer, Pdncipa[ Thc 2003/2004 proved to bca very successful year at the Sargent School. It continues to be an exciting and vibrant place for our students who continue to be chal- lenged and inspired by dedicated and committed teachers. We welcomed the following new members to our school community: Mrs. Patty Braydon (Grade 4), Karen Ante- zak (Grade 4) and Mr. Michael Plum (special Education). Best wishes go to oar four retirees: Mrs. Sally Bryan, Mrs. Mary Lou Costello, Mrs. Kay Henry and Mrs. Beverly Brown. The Literacy Collaborative Initiative continued under the facilitation of Mrs. Maureen Fennessy and Mrs. Debi ReRoberto. The Literacy Collaborative model is a com- prehensive instructional teaching model, organized around child-centered language based and process learning as well as research-based methodologies to improve reading, writing, and language instruction. The model provides long term poffessioanl development and systematic sup- port for classroom teachers. The total student population was approximately six hundred and ten (605) students. The numbers were as fol- lows: Number of Grade Level Class Size Classes 15t 24/25 5 2nd 21/22 5 3rd 23/24 5 4th 23/24 5 5th 25/26 5 The students at the Sargent School continue to perform well on the state mandated MCAS testing. In grade 3, eighty-seven percent (87%) of the students performed in the top range of Proficient for the reading test while the state average was sixty-seven percent (63%). In the fourth grade, seventy-eight (78%) of the students performed within the Advanced and Proficient levels on the English Language Arts testing which was well above the state erage of fifty-five (55%). The energy and dedication to learning are evident daily throughout the Sargent School. We are committed to serving the smdetus and the community and truly live by the motto, "where the Seeds of Knowledge are Sown". Thomson Etementary Schoo[ Nancy 3ukins, Pfindpa[ The 2003-2004 school year was a successful and excit- ing one for the Thomson School Community. The staff continued to examine ways to improve student learning and the ways we assess that learning. The FrO, School Core,cji, and Student Council supported the school com- munity in the continued development of the school's posi- tive culture. We welcomed several new staff members at Thomson this year. Ms. Leanne McGah and Ms. Kimberly Baren- holtz were new Special Education teachers, supporting students in grades three, four and five. Ms. Darcy Keeney was the new Special Education teacher in the intermediate self-contained classroom, and Ms. Stacy Wood was the long~term substitute teacher in the pr/mary self-contained classroom. Ms. Bonnie McGmne joined Ms. Eileen Shar- key as a co-teacher in 1st grade. The Thomson School participated in the fourth year of the Lesley University Literacy Collaborative, enjoying full implementation of the program. Primary and Intermediate Literacy Coordinators Eileen Sharkey and Sarah Harris provided comprehensive coaching along with 20 hours of training for the Thomson School teachers as part of the system-wide literacy initiative. We look forward to contin- ued professional development and implementation over the next few years. The Thomson faculty developed an MCAS action plan to improve student performance on the spring 2004, third, fourth and fifth grade MCAS. The plan was three- fold, targeting third grade Reading, fourth grade English Language Arts and Math, and fifth grade Science. The School Council continued to focus its efforts on the four goals of the School Improvement Plan. The goals include improving academic performance in all curriculum areas, community building, using technology to improve student learning, and school safety. The Thomson School Community continues to ap- preciate an active and supportive PTO and School Coun- cil. The highlights of the year were the Annual Father- Daughter Winter and Valentine Dances, Literacy Day, the Holiday Fair, the Fun Run., the Book Fair, and the Read-A-Thou, Walk-A-Thou. The Thomson PTO, along with the other elementary PTOs, supported The North Andover Enrichment Council, which provided a number of special programs for the students. Sandy Gleed, a parent and School Council member, organized a school wide en- richment program, which featured before and after school activities including chess club, Building Structures, and Destination Imagination. The Thomson School Student Council enjoyed its third year supporting the Spirit Days at Thomson. The staff and students continued its tradition of monthly community meetings focusing on celebrating the diversity of the school population. Finally, Ms. Carol Disney reinstated the Peer Mediation program and piloted a mentoring program for at-risk students. In January, Dr. Harry Harntunian, the new superin- tendent, announced the reassignment of Principal Nancy Jukins to the Kittredge School. An inclusive principal seamh process was begun resulting in the sdection of Ms. Kathy Kostan as the 2004-05 Thomson principal. In closing, I would like to thank all those who cantfib- uteri to the Thomson School's successful academic school year. North Andover MiddLe SchooL Lou Reste, PHncipaL I hereby submit my fifth and final annual report as principal of North Andover Middle School for the 2003L2004 school year. Enrot[ment The enrollment at North Andover Middle School went from 1,107 students on September 8, 2003 and closed at Id01 students on June 23, 2003, or a decline of six students during the school year. Anticipated enrollment for the opening of the 2003/2004 school year is 1,096 students. Staffing Thc Middle School opened the 2003/2004 school year with five fewer positions due to budget cuts the previous spring. The loss of two Spanish positions resulted in the elimination of foreign language at the sixth grade level. An academic position and a General Music/Band posi- tion were also eliminated resulting in larger class sizes. The Middle School also lost their Library teacher which resulted in thc elimination of a formal library program and exclusion from the Northeast Consortium of Libraries. The following staff members joined the NAMS staff to replace teachers who retired or left the school: Mrs. Loft Barry and Janice Rosenberg joined the Special Education Department in the eighth and sixth grades respectively. Mrs. Lisa Robar became the school's new Choral teacher· Mrs. Liz Sharp joined the eighth grade as a mathemat- ics teacher. And, Mr. Gregg Pascoe transferred from the Atkinson School to teach math and science in the sixth grade. Eleven staff members re, tired at thc end of the 2003/2004 school year. They were: Mr. Kenneth Elliot (social studies), Mrs. Ann Fitzpatrick (science, Mrs. Paula Travers (language arts), Mrs. Margi Lanzoni (math), Mrs. Patricia Martin (language arts), Mrs. Janice McLaugh- lin (language arts), Mr. Greg Mendonca (language arts), Mrs. Judith Russell (foreign language), Mrs. Brenda D'Alessandro (Teacher Assistant), Mrs. Mary Wefers (Teacher Assistan0, and yours truly. Also leaving us for other positions were Mrs. Debra Gerstein (Family and Consumer Science), Mrs. Marcia Boisvert (Band/Gen. Music), and Ms. Christy Hall (sixth gmde). Duc to a reduction in the budget, two programs in the Related Arts area were eliminated for thc 2004-2005 school year. Family and Consumer Science and Creative problem Solving will not be a part of the NAMS Related Arts program for next year. Thc Foreign language pro- gram has been revamped for the 2004/2005 school year. Eighth graders will not take either French, German or Spanish for an entire year as aa academic subject. Some eighth graders will be involved with remedial reading or mathematics. Foreign language in the seventh grade has been eliminated. Additional time has been added to the four major academic subjects as a result of the Related Arts reductions. Action Pi. an Nor~ Andover middle School students continued to make progress on the MCAS Tests. Results from the spring 2003 tests were reported in the fall. Sixth graders were tested in the area of mathematics, seventh graders took the English/language arts and long composition, while eighth graders were tested in mathematics and sci- ence. The eighth grade science scores were reported out for thc first time since the 2000 test. On the sixth grade mathematics test seventeen per- cent (17%) of NAMS sixth graders fell in the Advanced category, while thirty-four percent 04%) were proficient. This compared favorable with the State average of sixteen (16%) and twenty-six (26%) respectively. Fourteen fewer students received a warning score than a year ago. Seventh graders continued to do well on the MCAS ELA and Long Composition Tests. Ten percent (10%) felt in the Advanced category, while sixty-nine percent (69%) were Proficient. The State averages were eight percent (8%) Advanced category and fifty-seven percent (57°70) Proficient. Only two percent (2%) of NAMS seventh grad- ers received a score in the Warning category. Eighth grade mathematic scores were up from the year before and significantly higher than the State average. Twenty-one percent (21%) of NAMS students scored in the Advanced category as opposed to twelve percent (12%) at the State level. Thirty-nine percent (39%) scored in the Proficieat range as opposed to twenty-five percent (25%) at the State level. The score represented a nine percent 9%) increase in the top two categories over last year. Science scores were reported out for the first time since the 2000 test. Four percent (4%) of NAMS eighth graders scored in the Advanced category. That was the same percentage at the State level. Thirty-eight 08%) score in the Proficient range as opposed to twenty-eight (28%) at the State level. Only sixteen percent (16%) fell in the Warning category as compared to thirty-one percent (31%) at the State level. The Department of Education also released the School and District Cycle II Performance ratings. These ratings are compiled every two years and are referred to as the baseline proficiency index. Baseline performance deter- mines the amount of change per year, on average, that a school must make to achieve the goals of the "No Child Lift Behind Act." North Andover Middle School was rated as performing "Very High" in the area of English language Arts and improvement was "On Target." Mathematics per- formance was rated as "Moderate" while the improvement was also "On Target." 60 The 2003 Mid-Cycle Adequate Yearly Progress report showed that the Middle School met their targets in 34 out of 36 categories. The NAMS School Council wrote a School Improve- ment Plan focused on MCAS Improvement, especially in the area of mathematics. The NAMS PTAC supported the school community with purchases of wireless radios, video equipment and school beautification projects. NAMS staff continued to administer writing bench- marks and prompts, identifying writing exemplars at all grade levels, assessing all writing and continuing with a pre and post assessment. NAMS staff utilized the staff development days to create scope and sequence, quarterly, semester and yearly assessment tests in all major areas. NAMS also conducted the "After Hours" program again this year. Under the direction of Mr. Steven Wrigley, all students were eligible to be involved in a variety of after-school programs from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. The Andover Y.M.C.A. again operated their after-school program, '~Af- ter the Bell." This student-paid program runs from 2:00 - 6:00 p.m. The annual "Wilderness" program for sixth graders, run jointly by NAMS staff and the NA Youth Center, again proved effective in transitioning students to the Mid- dle School. The aunual "Crossroads" program for seventh graders completed its fifth year at Merrimack College in March. Again, we said goodbye to an outstanding group of eighth graders. Three hundred and seventy-seven students ~aduated in a revamped school ceremony on June 22. At this writing, only thirty-eight students were scheduled to attend a high school other than North Andover. This would mark the largest freshman class in the town's history. North Andover High Schoot Charles Darwin has said, "It is not the strongest of the species that survive, nor the most intelligent, but the one most responsive to change." Responding to change has been the salient theme at North Andover High School this academic year. And, as a community, we have not only survived, but have adapted remarkably to both a new facility and a new modus operandi. Everything, including the weather, conspired to make our transition to the new state-of-the-art high school seamless. Our final days in the old building were nostalgic, and with concerted team effort, we readied ourselves for the move, and with no loss of instructional time. On February 26, when we officially opened our doors to 1,172 students and 132 staff members, teachers had already unpacked and set up their classrooms, logged in and out of the network, and received training on the new technology now available, such as smarthoards, LCD projectors, and laptops. Students and teachers re- sponded enthusiastically to their new surroundings. With seemingly little effort, North Andover High School sue- cessfully went from the "open concept" to a traditional high school with walls. While the physical plant has changed dramatically, our collective vision and commitment to move forward remains constant. Our school culture, based upon collabo- mfioa, is stronger than ever, and as we approach our self- study for re-accreditation in 2007, we continue to explore what it m~ms to be a mission-driven school. We have already made substantial progress on drafting a clear and realistic Mission Statement, and on articulating academic, social, and civic expectations which link to the mission and can be translated into measurable performance stan- dards. The task of reviewing, revising and refining oar fundamental values and beliefs as a school will be ongo- ing, as will our focus on developing, approving, and using school-wide rubrics to assess student work. The North Aadover High School Improvement Plan for 2004-2005 enumerates the follevving goals: 1. Complete work on the development and final ap- proval of the new mission and expectations. 2. Complete the development of rubrics for the aca- demic expectations in the mission, ensuring a con- sistency in format and indicating the targeted level of achievement for each academic expectation. 3. Develop a plan to determine and report on the level of success by all students in achieving the academic expectations using school-wide rubrics. 4. Identify the indicators to be used to assess the de- gree of the school's achievement of the civic and social expectations. 5. Create a process for collating and analyzing the data gathered through the use of school-wide rubrics. 6. Complete the work begun on the written curriculum in all subject areas. The move to the new high school in February elimi- nated some of the concerns previously cited by the Com- mission on Public Secondary Schools in the areas of Curriculum and Community Resources for Learning. Closed classrooms, state-of-the-art technology, large and small group instructional areas, a modernized library, in addition to intensive professional development opportuni- ties have enabled teachers to differentiate instruction and exercise creativity in lesson planning. The ability to offer Project-Based Technology Learning, an A+ certification Program, Distance Learning, and a pre-vocational pro- gram in September of 2004 will meet the needs oft broad range of students and help fulfill graduation requirements. The approved FY05 per pupil budget reflects an increase totaling over $135,000. The reinstatement of 4 fall time teaching positions will result in decreased class size, a broader range of course offerings, remediatiou and skills review classes, and a more personalized learning environ- 61 ment for students. The move to the high school in Febru- ary 2004 also allowed for the creation of a substantially separate program that includes functional life skills and vocational training. NAHS was also commended for the addition of a full-time school psychologist, and for plans to him a Language Based Learning Disability teacher for September, 2004. NAHS takes great pride in the accomplishments of our studentS. Analysis of quantitative MCAS data indicates an increase in math from 86% of students passing in 2002 to 91% success rate in 2003. Similarly, the percentage of students passing the English Language Arts exam in 2002 jumped from 93% to 96% in 2003. Our students have done an out~tand'mg job, and we will continue to track their progress and offer the support needed to ensure continaed Success. We have also seen substantial increases in standard- ized achievement tests this year. Our SAT scores are the highest they have been in fourteen years. Quantitative analysis of our AP scores over a period of four years shows consistent overall improvement. In May 2004, NAHS administered 136 Advanced Placement Exams in nine content areas to ninety-one different students. Reports indicate that forty-one of our students opted for two or more AP exams during the two-week testing period. It is noted that six of those students took three or more AP exams, ~arning qualifying scores of 3 or better on each of them. Of the 136 scorex returned, 98 of them were qualify- ing scorex of 3, 4, or $. Globally, approximately '7~% of the 2004 AP scores returned to NAHS met the College Board's National Standard. The courses most admirably represented and the percentages of ~tudents scoring 3 or better were Calculus AB (100%), Calculus BC (100%), Chemistry (92%) and Physics (89%), followed by Biology (83%), English Literature and Composition (76%), Spanish Language (75%), French Language (67%), and U.S. His- tory (41%). In comparison with our 2003 scores, the most notable increments are cited in Chemistry (from 87% to 92%), U.S. History (from 10% to 41%) and Biology (from 75% to 83%). Calculus AB and Calculus BC have enjoyed a 100% success rate for four years running. We are proud of our collective performance on AP Exams, which hold students to a national standard. The class of 2004 enjoyed the unique distinction of being thc only NAHS graduating class to have split their senior year between two buildings. By Commencement, th, dismantling of the school in which they had spent most of their high school career was complete. Along with memories of having walked those hallways and learned in those open areas, each member of the graduating class was given a memento brick as a keepsake. Graduation was ceremoniously perfect, with students demonstrating exem- plary behavior. An impressive $5'52,650 was awarded in scholarship money, and this amount is exclusive of finan- cial aid. Post graduation plans submitted by members of the graduating class indicate that 90% of the class of 2004 plan to continue their education at either four or two year institutions of higher learning. It is with pride that the following academic distinctions are noted: · Four of our seniors were acknowledged as Com- mended Students in the 2004 National Merit Schol- arship Program. They placed among the top 5% of more than one million students who entered the competition. · Four senior members of the Math Team competed in the Worcester Polytechnic Institute Invitational Mathematics Meet. NAHS consistently places in the top one-third of all forty participating schools. This year, one of our students earned a one thousand dol- lar scholarship to WPI as a top scorer. · Once again, the NAHS Science Team competed in the 7th annual Blue Lobster Bowl at MIT · For the past eight years, NAHS students have placed among the top twelve finalists in the Ed- ward Brooke Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination Essay Competition. Once again this year, two of our juniors were each awarded $2,500 in scholarships, and three other juniors placed among the top twelve finalists. · One of our talented students represented North Andovar High School at the New England Young Writer's Conference held at Middlebury College. · One of our students was chosen to attend Boys' State, a program that invites the best and brightest juniors statewide to learn about the fundamentals of state government through participatory activities. · One of our students was selected to attend the HOBY Leadership Conference at Babson College. · Two of our distinguished students are among six recipients of the 2004 Verizon Future Leaders Scholarship. Winners are selected on academic excellence, community service, and athletic achievement. · Nineteen of our talented young artists sent submis- sions to the Boston Globe Scholastic Art Awards 2004. Four of those students placed in the presti- gious competition. · One of our students was the recipient of the Art All-State 2004 award. A second student was a semi- finalist. · A NAHS senior placed second in the Andover Art- ist Guild Scholarship competition. · Six of our students were recognized for "outstand- ing achievement in the visual arts" at the 2004 Collaborative Visual Art Awards, sponsored by the Greater Lawrence Educational Collaborative. · NAHS salutes twenty-three students who were named AP Scholars by the College Board in rec- ognition of their exceptional achievement on the college-levd AP Exams. Nationally, only approxi- mately 15% of students who took AP Exams in May 2003 performed at a high enough level to merit such recognition. · One of our hard-working seniors was a finalist in the 39th Math Olympiad Competition, competing against over four thousand participants representing 72 schools. · Two of our outstanding mathematics students placed in the Atlantic Pacific Math League Competition, a mathematics competition for level 1 and level 0 stu- dents. · Seventy-three students were inducted into the NAHS Johnson Chapter of the National Honor So- ciety. · NAHS was pleased to honor twenty-nine students at the Excellence Luncheon in the spring. These superb scholars earned A's for three terms on their report card. · Two of our Science teachers and two of our math teachers were recognized by "Who's Who Among American Teachers" for the second time in each of their careers. Only 2% of the nation's teachers are nominated more than once. · A member of the Science department garnered the title of "Distinguished Secondary Educator of 2003" by the Massachusetts Department of Education. · One of our newly retired colleagues from the math department was named Cape Ann League Assistant Coach of the Year." · One of our science teachers and a former music teacher at NAHS were recognized by MIT as edu- cators who have had a positive influence on an in- coming MIT freshman. · Thanks to funding from the North Andover High School Parent Teacher Advisory Council and the North Andover Cultural Council with assistance from the Massachusetts Cultural Council, Shake- spenre and Company marked its ten-year anniver- sary performance at NAHS. · Four NAHS band students were invited to audition for the All State Honors orchestra and choir, and one of them was chosen to participate in the All a State Honors Musical festival. · Eight of our music students were chosen to par- ticipate in the Senior Dish'ict Festival in chorus, orchestra, and band. Two of our freshmen were selected to participate in the Junior District Band Festival. The Jazz Band earned a gold medal at the Gmat East Festival in Springfield. · Three of our students were chosen to participate in the All New England Festival Chorus. · One of our gifted students participated in the All New England Festival Band in Plymouth, New Hampshire. , The 2005 National Merit Scholarship Program has identified five of our high-performing students as having met the eligibility requirements to enter the competition. Two years ago we made a commitment to foster richer relationships between faculty and students, a more mean- iagful and personalized instructional program, and a more collaborative professional culture for staff. We remain focused on those goals as we respond to the demands for systemic change. This school year, our Advisory Progrmn doubled in size. Our long-range goal is to connect every student at North Andover High School with an adult advo- cate. We will continue to organize professional develop- meat around the NEASC high school accreditation stan- dards so that our sel. f-stady becomes a document that truly guides improvement~ We are already a very good school in the process of becoming an even better one. When we invited the public to the Open House/Dedication in May 2004, the response was phenomenal. As visitors toured the new facility, the comments heard were consistently positive. We have one of the most beautiful, well-equipped high schools in the New England area, an eminently quali- fied staff, a capable, talented, and accomplished student body, and the support and trust of the community. North Andover High School has exl~rienced many sig- nificant changes this year, including moving from a build- ing that defined it since 1973. Change is difficult, but the enduring spirit of who we are as a school and a community allowed us to graft new starts into old roots. Charles Dar- win would have approved. North Andover High Schoo[ Library Janet DiGianni, High School Librarian Staff 1 Library/Media Specialist 2 Part-time library assistants (totaling 40 hours per week) 4 Student Aides Correction New books added: 318 Discarded/Withdrawn books: 1,482 Paid for: 6 Lost: 12 Total number of volumes: 15,717 63 Budget Subscription Service/on-line $5,195 Library Books $10,392 Supplies/Materials $850 Periodicals $3,749 New Equipment/Instructional $6 General Supplies $1,046 Technology Equipment $0 Contract Services $1,505 Contract Services/Texh. $495 New Equipment/Library $0 Total $23,238 Libranj Usage Cimulafion/Yearly total (number of items loaned): 2,793 books and periodicals. This number does not reflect actual usage. Throughout the school year we had many more classes than in previous years doing research and often multiple classes were researching the same topics at the same time. Therefore, books were on reserve for class use and did not circulate out of the library but were heavily used in the library. Number of classes using the library for library research and class assignments averages approximately 80 classes per month. Number of students working in the library in- dividually (e.g. on passes from a class and signed in from directed study): 16,371 Preparations for Move to New Schoot Library A complete electronic inventory of each volume in the library followed by extensive weeding, de-assessioning, and discarding of out-of-date and/or obsolete library ma- terials took place last year and during the first haft of this year in preparation for the move to the new school next year. We discarded approximately 20% of the old collec- tion. Transition The move went extraordinarily smoothly as well as the transition to the new environment. Book Fair The summer reading list was updated and expanded. Annual book fair was held in June to support the summer reading program Etementary Library Media Centers Meg Hotmes, Etementary Librarian The elementary library media program opened the school year with a staff reduction of almost 70% and a large materials budget cut as well. Because there were only 2 library media specialists to provide all services and information skills instruction to the town's K-5 popula- tion, the academic program for these children was severely impacted. The pr~ious year every elementary school_ library had been open every day during the week and the Bradstreet Early Childhood Center library had been open 3 days per week, but this year the Atkinson library was staffed by personnel 2 days; the Franklin 2 days; the Kit- tredge 1 day; the Sargent 3 days; the Thomson 2 days; and the Bradstreet I day. There was a corresponding decline in materials circulation for both students and staff. Students had fewer opportunities to develop their reading literacy skills as well as their appreciation and taste for literature and knowledge. Similarly, the reduction in in_formation skills instruction and lessons resulted in fe~ver experiences for students to learn how to find, evaluate, and use infor- mation to satis$'y their academic needs. Department of Athtetics, Health and Physical Education 3ohn W. Stephenson, Director The 2003-2004 school year saw eric new addidon to the department as Lisa Jensen joined us on the high school level. Wee continue to provide physical education to all elementary students twice a week, daily for one quarter to middle school students, and daily for one semester to high school freshmen and sophomores. Health Education is incorporated into the elementary physical education cur- riculum and also provided by the nurses for specific units of study. There is health education for both middle school students and a requirement for high school sophomores. Our programs are continually being upgraded towards the goal of being a comprehensive kindergarten to grade twelve program, Hearth Education For the past school year, North Andover received $53,628.50 from the Enhanced School Health Grant. This was the fifth year North Andover participated in ~is grant. The funds are used to support part time nurse man- agement, supplement the middle school and high school health office staffing, upgrade health office equipment and provide programming such as fifth grade drug/alcohol/to- bacco unit and the Health Matters Newsletter. ^th[etics The coaching staff and student athletes continue to work hard and represent our community to the best of their ~thility. League championships were won this year by Field Hockey, Golf, Girls' Basketball, Boys Skiing, Wrestling, Boys and Girls Lacrosse, Boys Tennis and Boys Spring lrack. The Field Hockey team went on to capture the Divi- sion Two North Sectional Championship and earned the MIAA State Sportsmanship Award. There were aim many individuals accomplishments this past year: 64 · Nicole Phelan was selected to the Best 60 Ail Star Game in Field Hockey · Mike Tilley and Matt Wentworth were selected as Eastern Massachusetts All Stars in Boys Soccer · Nick Antonelli was selected as Cape Ann Player of the Year in Golf · Alex Zahoruiko won the State Giant Slalom race in skiing and temmate · Matt Marchegiani won the Slalom race · In Wrestling Sectional Championships were won by Chris Farris, Anthony Loycano and Chris Honeycut · A new school record was set by Jori Wentworth in Baseball by batting .477 · In Boys' Lacrosse, Jim Connolly set both a school and state scoring record with 382 points and was selected as High School All-American · In Girls'Lacrosse, Alyssa Ritchie was sselected as League MVP · In Boys' Track several school records were set. Kyle Cox in the Triple Jump, the 4 X 200 team of Steve Small, Kyle Cox, Scott Driscoll and Felix Schwci- ger and the Spring Medley team of Sam Laorenza, Kyle Cox, Steve Small and C.J. Murray. In closing, 1 would like to thank the North Andover Athletic Association/Sportswagon, the high school coach- es and our student-athletes who continue to provide the ef- forts which make our program a success. On behalf of the student-athletes and coaches 1 wish to thank the citizens of North Andover for the new high school and athletic facili- ties which will serve our community with excellence in future years. Art Department Thc Finc and Performing Arts Department in North Andover completed another productive and success- ful year. Art teachers remain busy integrating the State standards, best practices in teaching, and technology enhancements into their curriculum. They have designed more challenging courses that complement thc regular classroom. This past year, the Department established a goal of developing and integrating more mathematics activities into their curriculum. This objective was designed to rein- force student learning on the State MCAS test. Probability, estimating, ratios, and statistics were State strands that received special attention. In the elementary grades, children focus on learning by doing, and then they begin exploring all aspects of the arts. Identifying and highlighting the artistic integests of each student is emphasized in the middle grades. High School students spend time in course electives that allow for im- mersion and concentration. Further, High School students develop strong discipline in their work, and they are able .~> bring an original idea to its completion. Our students arc working on portfolios at all grade levels. The profes- sional development that teachers are receiving spills over /nCo the classroom, creating a new wave of enthusiasm. Wc see evidence that students are making powerful connec- tions between the world of literacy (reading and writing) and the world of art. Students are able to express them- selves in different mediums in meaningful ways. The Art Department continues to work on curricu- lum and creating new units and activities that challenge students. The curriculum is a strong complement to the State standards. Teachers continue to use rubrics and benchmarks with their students. The Department is ex- ploring increasing more interdisciplinary courses at the High School. The continued success of the popular High School courses entitled "American Thought" and "Global Thought" challenges all teachers to explore how these courses can be replicated. The class examines rcal-world issues while making strong connections and communica- tion with academics and the arts. There remains a high priority in this Department for helping students with critical analysis, accepting challeng- ing activities, and further developing their higher-order thinking skills. They have explored grant opportunities to enrich the curriculum. The District abounds in a~t projects when student art work is displayed across the schools. An annual celebration of the arts occurred in the spring at each of our elementary schools across the District. The Department, in essence, is thriving because a healthy envi- ronment exists for the continued stimulation of the arts. Special Education 3ackLyn A. McVe~gh, Administrator of Spe6aL Education The North Andover School District provided special education and related services to approximately 530 stu- dents between the ages of 3 through 21 throughout the past school year. These students have been identified through a comprehensive referral and evaluation process described in detail in the Special Education Procedural Guidebook. In accordance with the school district's local Child Find Pro- gram, referrals for students between the ages of 3 through 21 who are suspected of having an educational disability can be made by contacting the office of the Director of Special Education or the child's principal. Our Special Education Parent Advisory Council con- tinues to expand, both in membership and in the projects they undertake. This year, they worked with oar staff to start a Best Buddies chapter at the high school, organize a parent resoume library and increase the number of stu- dents participating in Special Olympics. Monthly meetings featured speakers on issues including parents' rights, fi- nancial planning and transition, and recreational activities. Two "question and answer sessions" between parents and 55 North Andover Special Education Department staff were well attended. All students with disabilities continue to be included in state (MCAS) and district wide assessment programs. The intent of the provision is to hold high expectations for students with disabilities, and to ensure their access m the general curriculum to the maximum extent possible. A very small number of students with significant devel- opmental disabilities participate in an MCAS Alternate Assessment. The Alternate Assessment is done through a comprehensive portfolio, and it ensures that even our most challenged students' skills are being evaluated. Within each building, a full range of special education and educationally related services is available to North Andover students. Individual Teams of people knowledge- able of the student determine the services that be/she will require in order to make effective progress. These services are designed to ensure that each child's educational needs are met within the least restrictive environment. North Andover is committed to providing a developmental con- tinuum of learning experiences for all special education students along with age appropriate peers within the gen- eral education classroom to the maximum extent possible. We continue to expand our in-district program options and were successful in returning several students from out-of-district placements at the end of the year. Inset- vice training and support was provided to staff on: IEP development, changes to state special education regula- tions, transition planning for our older students, language development, social skills, autism, specially designed instruction in the ama of reading, and assistive technology. The Greater Lawrence Educational Collaborative has also provided opportunities for staff training to North Andover as well as surrounding towns in the areas of legal issues, reading and behavior management. New Special Education staff members were welcomed at all levels this year, and several valued and veteran slaff members started their retirement. The principals and administrators continue to play a very active role in the special education process as evidenced by their personal involvement in the development of Individual Education Plans and other TEAM meetings. The C.U.B.S (Children United by Special Abilities)preschool program continues to provide a safe, supportive, & nurturing environment that promotes the physical, social, emotional and cognitive development of our young children with and without disabilities. The pro- gram is currently located at the Franklin School and will expand to include sessions at the Bradstreet Early Child- hood Center in September. Project applications for federal grants were completed and submitted to the Department of Education for approval and funding in conjunction with the Consolidated Grant Application. Entitlement grants received were once again 615 allocated to support in-district programs with staffing, supplies and professional development workshops and con- ferences. An additional grant was written and approved in April 2004 that enabled us to do training on the Preschool Standards and Guidelines for both our staff as well as staff from other North Andover preschools. As always, we would like to express our sincere thanks to all administrators, staff, parents, community members aud the School Committee, for their continuing contribu- tions and support in providing for the needs of all children. School Health Services Katie Vozeo[as, RN BSN, NCSN, Lead Nurse HeaLth Office Staffing North Andover Public Schools has a dedicated health office in each school and staffs a full time registered nurse in each building. Through funding from the Enhanced School Health Grant, the district has benefited from a part time dedicated Lead Nurse position and additional part time staff nurses at the middle and high school. With the part time nurses at .6 Fl'E, each of these locations' staff- ing ratios met the minimum staffing guidelines of 1 nurse per'750 students. The integrated preschool employees a full time nurse as well, and we had one student required one on one nursing care this school year. In September 2004, we lost our colleague Cathy Willis to cancer. Health Office Activity The school health offices logged in 50,725 visits for ill- ness, injury, medications, and treatments this school, year, compared with 33,921 in 2002-2003 and 33,500 visits in 2001-2002. Note that our data collection method has changed from a manual to an automated system this school year with all student data currently being derived from the Health Office computer system. Of these visits, the nurses completed 9864 screenings, administered 10,360 medi- cations, administered hepatitis B vaccine to middle and high school students and meningitis vaccine to outgoing seniors, now required for admission to most colleges but offered by few primary care physicians. There were 832 visits by the school staff for health related issues compared with 650 last year, plus 162 blood pressure readings and 292 doses of flu vaccine administered. The health offices regularly see children with cystic fibrosis, seizure disorders, cerebral palsy, juvenile arthri- tis, in addition [o the diabetes, asthma and life threatening allergies mentioned above, plus a host of other medical conditions, which may impact their school day. There are 1092 students with special health care needs of some sort identified. Districtwide, 80.42% of the students saw their school nurse at least once during the school year, with the highest percent being the elementary population (90.75%), 74.16% at the middle school level and 68.76% in high school. The nursing staff continue to be active team members in regard to education plans and modifications instituted to maximize the educational process. There were 640 Individual Health Care Plans were implemented by the school numes and 24 comprehensive health assessments completed. Grant Funding North Andover has competed its fifth year of the five year Enhanced School Health Grant and has been granted a two year extension. At the writing of this report, legisla- tive approval for this grant is still pending but looks likely for the '03-1M school year at a dollar amount similar to this year ($53,628.50). Without the grant funding, the high school will only have 1 FTE and the middle school staff- ing will decrease to 1.2 FTE's. This year, Lead Nurse position, which had been funded the past 3 years by the Enhanced School Health Grant, was budgeted as a district funded item. Mi&fall staff- ing changes reduced the dedicated Lead Nurse hours the equivalent of .4 FTE. The reduction in Lead Nurse hours did limit our programming abilities. The Skin Cancer pilot was not continued, nor was representation on the State Asthma Surveillance board. We did complete a CHIPs program in conjunction with the Towns' annual Sheep Shearing Festival where 287 students completed the Child Identification Program, twice the number expected. Through nursing services with funding from the Enhanced School Health Grant and Safe and Drug Free School Grant, a four-lesson Drug/Alcohol/Tobacco unit was de- ycleped and administered to all fifth grades in the district. This program replaced DARE. We initiated two support groups this year. In the fall, we started a support group for families of students with diabetes. We met monthly all year and had wonderful par- ticipation form the parents and children. For the two of the meetings, we brought in speakers. In the spring, we held the initial meeting of a local chapter of the Asthma and Allergy foundation. Both groups will continue in the next school yeah Health Advisory Council This year the Lead Nurse continued to chair the Health Advisory Council, historically chaired by the Health Co- ordinator. This Council is charged with evaluating current health trends and assisting with health related policy devel- opment and did establish its mission Statement this year. This committee met 8 times this year. The Health and Food Safety Policy adopted in Feb. 2003 with a plan for full adoption in Sept. 2003 was put on hold. Community Programs Cathy Entsminger, Director As the district's user fee funded service provider for grades K through 12, we have continued to offer a broad range of activities for North Andover's parents and chil- drew}.- We serviced a total of 1629 children in the course of the year, focusing on the following areas: · Our three before and after school programs pro- vided childcare at several schools. Our Kids' Stop! and Bears' Stop! programs, held at the Bradstreet, Thomson and Sargent schools, when combined with our Breakfas~ Clubs al Franklin, Bmdstreet and Sargent, allowed children to be on site in the district from 7 AM to 6 PM., enabling parents to maintain their busy work schedules. This school year was enriched for the children with a broad variety of programs, and included visits from the Museum of Science's "Star Lab", Music and Move- ment with musician Philip Bereaud, Magic with Hat Hat Harry, participatory theater with "Once Upon a Time" and several other programs. The children also enjoyed field trips, their annual Talent Show, and Family Day. · Our "BONES" project for Kids' Stop!, done in co- operation with Tufts' School of Nutrition, was suc- cessfully concluded this year. The children received many positive benefits from thi~ study and we ap- preciate being invited to participate in it these past two years. · Our Extended Kindergarten, accredited by NAEYC, the national accreditation committee for early child- hood programs, was again filled to capacity. This program has been recognized for its high quality for young children for the last eight years. Mother Goose, The Teddy Bears' concert, and The Literary Llama programs are some of the offerings that en- riched the children's experience. · Curriculum day care was offered to help parents provide organized events for their children. · EXCEL, our enrichment program, provided a vari- ety of choices for all elementary children, with fall, winter and spring courses in Skiing, PE Plus, and Keyboarding Classes were especially popular. High school students prepared for their futures with SAT and Drivers' Ed courses. · Summer School, for grades K through 12, offered remediation, and counseling in small, interactive classes for students who needed to maintain gradua- tion credits. · Summer camps and enrichment activities provided opportunities for our students to hone their skills and investigate new areas, tennis, horseback riding, Boost Your Bear, and "Summer Action", a drama 67 study group, were outstanding highlights of the program! Town Meeting child care services were again pro- vided for free for our community. Volunteers have always been a valuable addition to our programs. Senior citizens, teenagers and college students allowed us to in truth be a "community" through their gen- erous sharing of their time, allowing our students to appre- ciate and value being citizens of North Andover. Bustness Senrices Paut P. Szymanski, Director, Management Suppoec Services The Business Services Annual Report focuses on three operational areas rdated to the day-to-day business activi- ties of the School Department. They are: Transportation, Building & Facilities and Energy. Transportation Duc to a reduction in the School Department's Fy04 Operating Budget we reluctantly revised our transportation policy and implemented a fee-for-service busing program for students in grades 7 - 12. Consistent with Massachu- setts General Law c71s68 we provided transportation, at the Town's ~xpense, for children in grades kindergarten through six who live two or more miles from their as- signed school. Students in grades kindergarten through six who live within the two mile walk-zone were eligible to participate in a paid busing program. The walker paid busing alternative is offered by our transportation contrac- tor. In addition, we implemented a comprehensive bus I. D. program for all students bused. During the 03/04 school year students were transport- ed at public expense from the following distances: MO. Of School Greater Than Students Hiddte School (fir. 6) 2.0 27 Elementary (1-5) 2.0 21g ECC/Atkinson (K) 2.0 41 St. Michael's (1(-6) 2.0 6 Number of students participating in the paid4or-service program grades 7-12:691 Number of students participating in the paid-for-service walkers program (K-6): 293 A total of eighteen buses were used to transport our regular education students to and from the high school, middle school, five eiamentary schools, Bradstreet and St. Michael's. The school district provides transportation for 68 students attending St. Michael's School to the same extent as it provides transportation to students attending the pub- lic schools. We operate a four-tier transportation system. Since 1990, the School Committee has had to make difficult policy choices concerning transportation. How- ever, in all cases the Committee has recognized the need to offer bus transportation that exceeds the minimal levels described by Massachusetts General Laws, yet remaining fiscally responsible. To that end the School Department was charged with developing alternative funding sources that would continue to support the expanding bus trans- portation needs of Our parents. As noted above we utilize eighteen buses, on a daily basis, to transport our regular education students. With a reduction in town funded transportation we have had to develop alternative funding sources to pay for bus transportation. During FY04 we used the following funding sources. We paid for twdve of the eighteen buses from our trans- portation budget. Monies collected from the grades seven through twelve paid-for-service program, paid for three ditional buses. The less than two mile paid busing program paid for two buses and the eighteenth bus was funded by the full-day kindergarten program. We added the eigh- teenth bus Jn November of 2003 due to the addition of a full-day kindergarten program at the Atkinson. Having to transport the full-day students seriously impacted our abil- ity to modify existing bus routes necessary to provide our desired level of service. The only practical solution was to add one more bus to our contracted fleet. Bu~!.ding & Fadtities Februa~ 26, 2004 was a proud day for the School De- partment for it was the first day of clnsses at our new high school. We made the move from the old to the n~w school six months ahead of schedule and with litfie disruption to the High School's daily routine. At the end of the school year the contractor had demolished the old school and was rapidly constructing a new athletic complex in its place. During the first week of July 2003, we commenced ac- tivities associated with the replacement of heating system boilers and mechanical systems at the Atkinson, Franklin and Kittredge Schools. All of the new systems were func- tioning in time for the heating season. An increased level of fire safety was experienced at the Bradstreet School when we completed the installation of a new sprinkler system. The school is now protected by not only the new sprinkler system, but a state-of-the-art heat and smoke detector system. While the new high school was being built and ementary school boilers were being replaced, central of- rice functions of the School Department were moved from the old high School to 43 High Street at the North Aadover Mills. Community Programs, Special Needs, Superinten- dent's Office and Staff, and our Technology Department were relocated July 2003. Energy The cost to heat and light our eight schools totals ap- proximately $1.2 million annually. Therefore, we make every effort to purchase electricity and natural gas at the lowest possible competitive price. As a member of the Greater Lawrence Educational Collaborative, North An- dover Public Schools participates in GLEC's, Cooperative Purchasing Program. Currently, GLEC members contract for electricity ser- vice with TransCanada Power at 5.65 cents per kilowatt- hour. This rate will remain in effect until December 2005. Prior to the expiration date of our agreement the Collab- orative will issue a public Request for Proposal (RFP) for electricity. Energy consultants will monitor the market and advise the Collaborative when the RFP should be released. In June of 2004 GLEC advertised for a new natural gas supplier. Request for Proposals were scat to six firms. Af- ter an extensive review period it was determined that the most advantageous proposal was offered by Select Energy, Inc. of Pelham, NH. GLEC approved a recommendation to enter into a two year agreement. School. Lunch Program [rika F. Murphy, O'irector of Food Services In concluding the school year 2003-04 the following information is provided: The Food and Nutrition Department served school lunches a total of 173 days. The number of reim- bursable meals served for lunch was 347,677 Broken down as follows: Lunch Paid: 326,727 Free: 16,865 Reduced: 4,075 Average meals per day: 2,010. Breakfast Paid: 4,566 Free: 871 Reduced: 0 2. Other meals served are broken down as follows: Teachers: 6,432 Free (Adult Help): 10,904. 3. The total meals served for the 2002-03 school year was 370,450. This school year found us receiving $24,621.51 (Market Value) in Government commodities. Thc to/al reimbursement of reimbursable meals: paid, free and reduced was $134,534.18. Thc breakdown of actual income received is as follows: Sales Student Meals $582,924.88 Teacher Sales $21,597.80 Student A La Carte Foods $347,506.23 Student A La Carte Milk Sales $19,881.40 Misc. Sales $18,151.59 Truck Sales $17,986.78 Grand Total Income from Sales $1,008,048.68 Ca.sh Sales School Reimbursements Total Monies Commodities (Market Value) Total $1,008,048.68 $133,002.90 $1,141,051.58 $ 24,621.51 $1,16'/,673.09 The School Year has shown a participation rate of 49%. Our net worth is as follows: Inventory $34,956.48 (Actual Cash Value) and a cash balance of $178,872.20. Closing Cash Balance Functions Receivable Claims Receivable Cash Available Accounts Payable Adjusted Cash Balance $161, 83.4° $1,709.90 $ 25,322A1 $188,615.71 $ 9,743.51 $178,872.20 The School Lunch Program installed a Point of Sale Debit Card Program at the Sargent School in October of 2003. Approximately fifty percent of the students at the Sargent School participate in this program. Students still have the option to pay with cash. We have received numer- ous e-malls from parents congratulating us on our efforts and sharing with us their gratitude for eliminating the need to search for lunch money on a daily basis. The POS has added a little convenience to their already hectic lives. Due to thc success of thc program at thc Sargent, the same system was installed in early May 2004, at the Franklin School. Approximately twenty-five percent of the students participate and many parents have expressed an interest for the fall. Since many accounts have balancing remaining, the POS system will be installed at the Middle School in early August 2004. Students entering the sixth grade who had balances at their old elementary school will be able to utilize their same POS account at the Middle School. Parents were thrilled to learn that the system would move along with their children. 69 In May 2004, the School Lunch Program introduced an "Enhanced Menu", at the Kittredge School. The pur- pose of this program was to address the growing concern of child obesity and other child related diseases. The program has proven to be a success with much help from my staff, Dr. Desmond, the Kittredge School Council, administrafmn and of course, the students. The menus focused on purchasing fresher products like fresh meats, greener salads, locally grown fruits and vegetables, as well as an increase in the milk portion. The Kittredge School has always run at approximately 60% participation, but once the Enhanced Menu became familiar to the students, participation jumped another 10% with 75% participation coming from the Enhanced Meal. Upon approval from the School Committee, I would like to incorporate the En- hanced Menu into all Elementary Schools in September. The move to the "New" High School in February 2004 went off "without a hitch". The School Lunch staff adopted the song from the old Jefferson's sitcom "We're movin' on up, to the top". Singing this song throughout the gruel- ing move from one building to the next in only eight days seemed to shed some light onto each day's tasks. Who would of thought we could sort through thirty years of foodservice equipment, recipes, smallwares, and files, de- termine what we needed and what would be replaced and still serve the students of North Andover High School on February 26, 2004, a healthy meal? WE DID!!! As always, administration was supportive, the movers were excellent and my entire wonderful staff chipped in. We are thrilled to be working with such state of the art equipment, which now enables us to be more creative with om' menus. Our sincere thanks go out to all who made this possible for our department. The catering truck did extremely well this year. We were able to provide service to the students at the High School and Middle Schools, as well as the employees at the Town Hall, Town Yard and Superintendents Of£~ce. l have recently hired a new gentleman to run the truck in the fall and he assures mc that there is more to come from this area of our department with him on our team. I look for- ward to working with him in expanding our capabilities. Our nutrient analysis for our menus is currently in place. In October 2004, students will not only receive a monthly menu, but they will also receive a nutrient analy- sis of each daily menu. This inform~ion will help to create balance in their diets as well as provide vital information to parents who are monitoring their child's food intake. In conclus'tou, I look back at a year filled with many positive advances for the North Andover School Lunch Program. I will spend my summer looking forward to a new school year that is destined for only bigger and better things for the students of North Andover. I am thrilled to be a part of it and truly enjoy working with the students, staff and administration. 70 TOWN J~£ET]NG$ AND ELECTIONS 71 Annual, Town Meeting Minutes May 10, 2004 Article Article 2. ArUde 3. Reports of Receipts, Expenditures and Special Committees. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED to accept thc 2003 Annual Town Report as the report of receipts and expenditures. Consent Articles. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED to adopt Articl~ 2 as printed in the warrant. Amend General Fund AppropriaUon for Fiscal Year 2004. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED to Amend Article 12 of thc 2003 Annual Town Meeting, General Fund Appropriation, Fisca/Year 2004, as follows: Amount Voted Under Revised Une Item Being Amended Under Article 12 Article 12 Changes Total Genera[ Government - Personnel Services 2,412,135 90,470 2,502,605 General Government - Expenses 1,199,317 62,200 1,261,517 Finance Committee Reserve Fund 200,000 -169,960 30,040 Sa[a ~y Reserve 75,000 -75,000 Public Safety - Personnel 6,472,389 45,047 6,517,436 Public Safety - Expenses 2,733,061 5,100 2,738,161 Public Works - Personnel 1,106,913 8,838 1,115,751 PubUc Works - Expe~lses 2,733,06~. 196,767 2,929,828 School Sata~ & Expense 29,923,053 250,000 30,173,053 Fixed Expenses - Debt Service Principal 5,364,825 12,810 5,377,635 Fixed Expenses - Debt Service Long Term Interest 2,495,044 94,147 2,589,191 Fixed Expenses - Debt Se~ce Short Term Interest 733,564 -175,419 558,:145 Fixed Expenses- Unemployment 400,000 -225,000 175,000 Fixed Expenses - Worker Compensation 245,000 -20,000 225,000 Artlde 4. Article 5. Tot~[ 56,093,362 100,000 56,193,362 Amend Capital Improvement Appropr~aUon for Fiscal Year 2004. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED to "Take No Action on Afl,cie 4': Amend Water Enterprise Fund Appropriation for Fiscal Year 2004. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED to amend Article 15 of thc May 10, 2003 Annual Town Meeting, Water Enterprise Appropriation - Fiscal Year 2004, by changing the total appropriated from $4,765,719 to $4,664,697 by changing the am0um of retained earnings to be transferred from $250,000 to $739,697 and the amount to be raised from water receipts be changed from $4,515,719 to $3.925,000. 72 Ar'dcte ~. Article 7. Article 8. Article Article 10. Amend Sewer Enterprise Fund Appropriation for fiscal Year 2004. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED to amend Article 16 of the May 10, 2003 Annual Town Meeting, Sewer Enterprise Fund Appropriation - Fiscal Year 2004 by changing the total appropriated from $3,918,424 to $3,408,290 by changing the amount to be raised from sewer enterprise fund receipts from $3,818,424 to $3,160,000 and changing the amount of retained earnings to be mmsferred from $100,000 to $248,290. Amend Stevens Estate at Osgood HitL Enterprise Fund Appropriation for Fiscal Year 2004. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED to amend Article 17 of the May 10, 2003 Annual Town Meeting, Stevens Estate Enterprise Fund Appropriation Fiscal Year 2004 by changing thc total appropriated from $743,577 to $487,225, by changing thc amount to be raised from Stevens Estate Enterprise Fund receipts from $678,900 to $420,000 and changing thc amount of retained earnings to bc transferred from $64,677 to $67,225. Prior Years Unpaid Bills. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED to "Take No Action on Article 8". Compensation of Elected Officials. VOTED BY CLEAR MAJORITY to adopt Article 9 as printed in thc warrant. General Fund Appropriation Fiscal Year 2005. VOTED BY CLEAR MA.IORITY to raise and appropriate funds for Fiscal Year 2005 General Fund as follows: General Government PubUc Safety School Department Greater Lawrence Technical School School Building Committee Public Works Health and Human Services Culture and Recreation Debt Service Employee Benefits Liability Insurance Finance Committee Reserve Fund State Assessments For a total appropriation of And further to transfer to the General Fund $2,324,697 $7,740,228 $30,358,718 $101,837 $26,941 $3,982,276 $707,523 $674,34g $8,757,410 $8,525,847 $308,041 $100,000 $1,311,633 $64,919,500 $747,180 from the Trash Fee Stabilization Fund $440,000 from the Bond Premium Account and $1,250,381 from free cash to reduce the tax rate. 73 Article 11. Capital Improvement PLan Appropriation Fiscal Year 2005. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED to adopt Article Il as described in thc Dina. nco Committee Report (found on gage 16), as printed in the warrant with thc following amendment: Delete item 18 "Library Stair Repair' in the amount of $z~6,000, and to meet the appropriation, the Treasurer, with the approval of thc Board of Selectmen, be authorized to borrow $3,815,537 under c]~pter 44 of thc Massachusetts General Laws, for an adjusted total appropriation of $3,815,537. FY 2005 CIP Recommendations Town Manager Board of Selectmen Finance Project Description Fund Code Committee 1 ReLocation FeasibiLity Study B/N-G 32,000 Communi~ Development Total 32,000 B/N-G 108,000 B/N-G 108,000 B/N-G 28,000 B/N-G 40,000 2 Dump Truck 3 Dump Truck 4 One Ton 4 Wheel Drive Truck S One Ton Truck DPW Fleet Maintenance Total 284,000 6 Unaccepted Roadway Improvements B/N-G 217,195 7 Drainage D/N-G 250,000 8 Sidewalk Construction B/N-G 119,400 DPW Street & SidewaLks Total 9 HydrauLic Rescue Tools B/N-G ~tO RepLacement Vehicle for Cars 3 and 6 B/N-G 586,595 84,045 37,791 Fire Total :11 Municipal Technotogy Improvements B/N-G 12 Financial Management System B/N-G 121,836 152,700 200,000 MIS Total :13 Communication Center Upgrade 14 Animal Control Vehicle B/N-G B/N-G 352,700 81,000 25,386 Po[ice Total 15 Repaying Projects 16 TechnoLogy Improvements Pick Up Trucks With PLows 8/N-G B/N-G B/N-G 106,386 174,000 97,020 58,000 School Total 32g,020 74 Town Manager Board of SeLectmen Finance Project Oescriptton Fund Code Committee 18 Library Stair Repair B/N-G 46,000 Library Total 46,000 19 4 Wheel Drive VehicLe B/N-W 25,000 20 CompLetion of Pump Drives B/N-W 60,000 21 Water SuppLy Security System B/N-W 94,000 22 Bear HiLL Reservoir Improvements B/N-W 150,000 23 I~eter RepLacement Program B/N-W 280,000 24 Water Main RehabiLitation B/N-W 600,000 25 Sutton HiLL Service Area Improvements B/N-W 323,000 26 One Ton Truck B/N-S 40,000 27 Sewer Rodder B/N-S 117,000 28 New Bonny Lane Sewer Pump Station B/N-S 314,000 Funding Recommendation Code Raise and Appropriate - General Fund Raise and' Appropriate - General Override Raise and Appropriate - Water Raise and Appropriate - Sewer Bonds/Notes - General Bonds/Notes - Water Bonds/Notes - Sewer Stevens Estate Reserve Debt ExcLuded Bonds/Notes Other Available Funds Total ALi Capital Projects B/N-G B/N-W B/N-S 0 o 0 0 1,858,537 1,532,000 471,oo0 0 o 0 3,8§1,537 75 Article ~2. Article 13. Article ]4. Article 15. Water Enterprise Fund Appropriation, Fiscal Year 2005. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED that thc Town appropriate the amount of $4,877,010, in aggregate, for the purposes listed under the column "FY05 recommendation: Town Manager, Board of Selectmen, Finance Committee" without regards to individual line items, and to operate the water enterprise fund, that $4,877,010 be raised from water receipts and from these ~gceipts $601,277 be traa~erred to thc general fund for indirect expenses and repayment of a transfer of funds from the General Fund to the Water Enterprise Fund in Fiscal Year 1999. Sewer Enterprise Fund Appropriation, Fiscal Year 2005. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED that the Town appropriate thc mount of $3,918,537, in aggregate, for the purposes listed under the column "FY05 Recommendation: Town Manager, Board of Selectmen, Finance Committee" withom regard to individual line items, and to operate the Sewer Enterprise Fund that $3,551,473 be raised from sewer receipts, that $367,064 be transferred from sewer enterprise fund retained earnings, and from these sources of funds, $209,488 be transferred to the general fund for indirect expenses. Stevens Estate at Osgood Hill Enterprise Fund Appropriation, Fiscal Year 2005. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED that thc Town appropriate the amount of $513,059, in aggregate, for thc purposes listed under thc column "Fy05 recommendation: Town Manager, Board of Selectmen, Finance Committee" without regards to individual line items, and to operate thc Stevens Estate at Osgood Hill Enterprise Fund that $475,000 be raised from Stevens Estate receipts, that $38,059 bo transferred from Stevens Estate at Osgood Hill Enterprise Fund retained earnings, and from these sources of funds, $85,959 be transferred to the general fund for indirect expenses. Establishment of Revolving funds. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED to authorize the use of a revolving escrow fund for thc Fiscal Year 2005 pursuant to chapter 44 section 53 c (1/2) of Massachusetts General Law for thc funds and pm'poses presented in the article, and that the total amount of expenditures for each revolving fund not exceed the amount detailed under thc column "FY2005 hm~t. REVOLVING ACCOUNTS Account Revolving Spending FY 2005 Number Fund Authority Use of Funds Revenue Source Limit 022-5423-3437 Youth Services Director AL[ programs Partidpants fees, $5(2,000 C0 & S and activities, Grants, Donations, expense, part and related time help [undraising proceeds New FieLd Director FieLd Field rental fees, $20,000 Maintenance DPW maintenance, Grants, Donations, upgrade and related and related Fundraising proceeds expenses 022-5590 ELder Senrices Director Senior Participants fees, $50,000 CD g, S programs, Grants, Donations, classes and and related activities Fundraising proceeds 76 Account RevoLving Spending FY 2005 Number Fund Authority Use of Funds Revenue Source Limit 022-5102 HeaLth Oep[ Director CD CLinic supplies RevoLving & S and other ..expenses 022-4306 WheeLabrator Director Air quaEity Plannin§ CD & S monitoring 022-/+307 WheeLabrator Director To enforce PubLic Safety CD & S Trash Truck regulations 022-4308 Wheelabrator Director Protection of - HeaLth CO & S health, safety, monitoring air quality CLinic partidpant $20,000 fees, Grants, donations, related Fundraising proceeds WheeLabrator Host $25,000 Service Agreement ~/heelabrator Host $20,000 Service Agreement Wheelabrator Host $40,000 Service Agreement Revolving Accounts (Massachusetts Genera[ Law Chapter 44, Section 531/2 Receipts Expenditures Account Revolving BaLance FY03 FY03 BaLance to to BaLance Number Fund 7/1/02 Receipts Expenditures 6/30/03 12/31/04 12/31/03 12/31/03 Youth 022-5423 Services $160,124 $231,522 $(183,402) $208,244 $63,826 $(137,586) $134,484 Fielzl new ~laintenance 022-5590 ELder Services $21,496 $15,033 $(32,557) $3,972 $7,285 $(2,493) $8,764 022-5102 HeaLth Dept $11,332 $8,091 $(4,707) $14,716 $7,235 $(3,846) $18,105 Wheelabrator 022-4306 Planning $81,821 $25,000 $(28,874) $77,947 $25,000 -- $102,947 Wheelabrator 022-4307 PubLic Safety $50,000 $11,800 $(14,139) $47,661 $7,500 $(37,911) $17,250 Wheelabrator 022-4308 HeaLth $74,812 $37,029 $(18,476) $93,365 -- $(66,101) $27,264 Article 16, Appropriation of Funds for Securing Veterans and Indigent Lots from Ridgewood Cemetery/ Associates. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED to "Take No Action" on Article 16. ArticLe 17. Report of the Community Preservation Committee and Appropriation from the Community Preservation Fund. VOTED BY CLEAR MA3ORITY to receive ~c report of thc Community Preservation Committee and that the Town will raise and appropriate from the Community Preservation Fund, in accordance with thc provisions 77 of Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 44b, $2,615,834 to be spent under the direction of the Community Preservation Committee as follows: Article 17 - List of Proposed Community Preservation Committee Appropriations Description Amount Category a) Machine Shop Village - Master PLan $22,000 b) Preservation of Historical Town Records $30,000 c) Stevens Library Stairs (Phase 2) $46,000 d) North Parish Church - Steeple and Foundation Restoration $141,670 e) Stevens Estate - Fire Protection System $31g,000 O Sharpners Pond Fields - Baseball $25,000 g) Gmgan PLayground $25,000 h) Half Mite Hilt Summit - Prindpa[/Interest $500,000 i) Half Mile Hilt - Principal and Interest $775,000 j) Carter Hilt- Prindpa[ and Interest $525,164 k) Reserve for Affordable Housing $202,000 L) Administration $5,000 Historic Resources Historic Resources Historic Resources Historic Resources Historic resources Recreation/Open Space Recreation Open Space Open Space Open Space Affordable Housing Administration and Operating Expenses Article 18. Article 19. Acquisition of Land ? the Land, Open Fie[ds and Woodland on the Shore of Lake' Cochichewick known as the Kettenbach Property and also "Half Mile Hill Summit". VOTED BY TWO-THIRD VOTE DECLARED BY THE MODERATOR that thc Town appropriate $2,650,000 for thc acquisition by purchase or eminent domain of a parcel of laad of approximately 30 acres of land owned by Michael L. Kettenbach, as described on Assessor's Map 35, parcels 24, 25, 33, and 34, and map 36, parcel 21, to be managed and controlled by thc Conservation Commission of the Town of North Andover in accordance with Chapter 40, Section 8c for conservadon and passive recreation purposes, and to meet said appropriation the treasurer with the approval of the Board of Selectmen is authorized to borrow $2,650,000 in accordance with Massachusetts General Laws chapters 44 and/or 44b, the Community Preservation Act, or any other enabling authority, and to issue any bonds or notes that may be necessary for that purpose, and that the town manager be authorized to file on behalf of the town of North Andover any and all applications deemed necessary under the Self-Help Act (Chapter 132a, section 11) or any other applications for funds in any way connected with the scope of this acquisition, and that the Town Manager and the Board of Selectmen and the Conservation Commission be amhofized to enter into all agreements and execute any and all instruments, including a permanent deed restriction in accordance with General Laws Chapter 184 and take any other action as may be necessary on behalf of the Town of North Andovcr to effect said purchase. Acquisition of Land - Lake Front Property Great Pond Road adjacent to Water Treatment PLant. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED to appropriate from Water Enterprise Retained Earnings $70,000 to acquire, for the purposes of watershed protection and the possibility of expanding the water treatment plant at the 78 Article 20. Article 21. Article 22. discretion of thc Board of Sdectmen, by gift, purchase, or eminent domain approximately 2.1 acres of land adjacent to the Water Treatment Plant on Great Pond Road which is a portion of land known as Map 37A, Parcel 2 shown as Parcel "A" on a plan entided, "Proposed Land Transfer Plan" dated 3/12/04, scale 1"=80', on file in the office of the Town Clerk, more particularly described as follows: Beginning at a point along the northerly street line of Great Pond Road said point being the easterly property corner of said parcel, thence running North 320 -00'-00" West, 425.00 feet to a point, thence running South 58° -00'-00" West, 200.00 feet to a point, thence running North 32° -00'-00' West, 300 f~t +/- to a point, thence running in a westerly diroetion, 182 feet +/- along the shoreline of Lake Cochichewick to a point, thence running in a southerly direction along a stone wall 423 feet +/- to a point, thence running North 58° -00'-00', East, 298 feet +/- to a point, thence running South 32° -00'-00" East, 282 feet +/- to a point, thence running North 50° -00'-00" East, 53 feet +/- to a point, said point being the point of beginning. And that the Board of Selectmen be authorized to acquire said land by gift, purchase or eminent domain and to grant an easement or right of way for travel by foot across said land and take any other action necessary on behalf of the Town of North Andover to effect said acquisition. Amend SecUon 8.8 - Adult Use Zone of the Zoning ByLaw. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED to "Take No Action" on Article 20. Procedure for Review of Proposed Trash Transfer FaciUty Agreement. VOTED BY NA3ORITY that the Town Meeting reject thc proposed Host Agreement, between the Town of North Andover and Thomson Brothers Industries, Inc. (TBI) and affiliates, execnted by the Chafirman of the Board of Selectmen in October 2003 and that Town Meeting require that any future proposed host agreement be developed in full compliance with thc provisions set forth in the Town Charter and in a manner that allows for full public discussion of any and all issues that may result from such proposed Host Agreement. VOTED to take Article 29 out of order. YES--g5 NO--gl Motion to adjourn until Tuesday May 11, 2004 at 7:00 ~'.M. in the North Andover High School Auditorium Planning Board Study of Land North of Route 125 and Sutton Street. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED to adopt Article 22 as printed in the warrant with the following amendments: Amendment by Mark J. T. Caggiano: UNANIMOUSLY VOTED to replace in all instances "Planning Board" with "Zoning Task Force': Amendment by Robert Ercolini: After paragraph 2 insert the following text: '9,11 reports and relevant supporting computer work files issued by this committee shall be made available through the Town of North Andover Web Site in a timely manner that does not interfere with the work of the Committee." YES~98 N0--84 Article 22 to read as follows: Article 22. Planning Board Study of Land North of Route 125 and Sutton Street. 79 Article 23. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED that the Town of North Andover request the Zoning Task Force to study all land and buildings located north of Sutton Street and Route 125 from its intersection with Sutton Street to the Haverhill border for thc purposes of making recommendations to Town Meeting for future land uses, zoning and any other recommendation applicable to this property. This study shall include, but not bc limited to, proposed roadway and traffic improvements and determining the highest and best usc utilization of existing buildings, including but not limited to, thc former Lucent property. The Study shall make recommendations for the Town to take any actions necessary to protect the health and safety of the people of ]%rth Andover and encourage thc highest and best used of this property. The Zoning Task Force will hold public hearings as part of this study and allow citizens, property owners, tenants and other interested partiea an opportunity to participate and comment as part of thc study. Thc Zoning Task Force shall make its recommendations resulting from thc study available sixty days prior to the May 2005 Annual Town Meeting All reports and relevant supporting computer work files issued by this committee shall be made available through the Town of North Andover Web-Site in a timely manner that does not interfere with the work of the Committee. Tax Increment Financing Plan - 1600 Osgood Street (Former Lucent Technologies). VOTED BY MA3ORITY VOTE that the Town approve a proposed Tax Increment F~nancing Han for 1600 Osgood Street (Hereafter known as the TIF Plan) and authorize the Board of Selectmen to reach an Agreement with the owner of the property, for a parcel of land and buildings thereon. The property shall be designated as a Tax Increment financing Zone. which, as defined in the TIF Plan, presents exceptional opportunities for increased economic development. As outlined in the proposed TIF Plan, the Town shall provide for an exemption of property taxes or a percentage thereof'based on the incremental increase in prol~rty value in assessed valuation of the property for a period of not more than 20 years in accordance with the requirements of Massachnsetts General Laws Chapter 23A, Section 3E, Chapter 40, Section 59, and Chapter 59, Section 5 and pursuant to 760 CMR 22.00 and 402 CMR 2.00. In return for such tan benefits, in accordance with thc proposed TIF Plan, thc owner of the property shall ensure at the above property the location and expansion of manufacturing, research and development or other like uses which increase job creation, provide higher property values, and retain and/or expand industry in the Town and the Commonwealth, and That the Town approve a Tax Increment Financing Plan (TIF) with 1600 Osgood Street, LLC that has the following components: 1. Term: 20 years 2. Schedule: The following exemption percentages will apply: Year h 90% Year 6: 70% Year ll: 25% Year 16: 1% Year 2: 90% Year 7: 65% Year 12: 20% Year 17: 1% Year 3: 85% Year 8: 60% Year 13: 15% Year 18: 1% Year 4: 80% year 9: 55% Year 14: 10% Year 19: 1% Year 5: 75% Year 10: 50% Year 15: 5% Year 20: 1% 3. Acceptable Uses: The TIF will remain in effect as long as at least 70% of the total net occupied space is occupied by firms engaged in commercial or manufacturing uses. Warehousing or distribution uses arc outside of the town's definition of commercial or manufacturing uses. The town will consider as a commercial/industrial use those warehousing or distribution uses that are appurtenant and essential to a user predominantly engaged in commercial or industrial uses at the site, defined on a square foot basis. 4. T/F Zone: The TIF Zone will consist of Assessors Map 34, Parcel 17. Any new buildings on Parcel 17 would receive tax benefits associated with the T1F in the event that the Town of North Andover Board 80 Article 24. Article 25. of Selectmen and the Planning Board, at their sole discretion, approve this building as contributing net economic benefit to the town without significant adverse impact. 1600 Osgood Street, LLC would petition these Boards to obtain their approval. Such approvals would be omside and independent of any other approvals that the town would consider in its ordinary processes of reviewing and approving real estate development. 5. TIF Commencement: The TIF would commence'in FY2006, pending approval from the Commonwealth that such a commencement is compatible with TIF regulations. Other Conditions: a. Until November 1, 2007, at no cost to the town, 1600 Osgood Street, LLC will make available and maintain the recreational fields currently utilized by the official Town of North Andover youth leagues, specifically soccer and little league. After this initial period, the use of the fields will renew on an annual basis so long as the fidds remain. b. 1600 Osgood Street, LLC will encourage furore tenants to join the Merrimack Valley Transportation Management Association. c. 1600 Osgood Street, LLC, for a per/od of up to 10 years, shall provide 5,000 square feet of office space for municipal purposes rent free. In addition office furniture can be made available for use within the space. The exact location of said office space to be determined upon further review of the space available at the time of the request. In addition, 1600 Osgood Stn~t, LLC will allow the Town to use the auditorium. And that the Board of Sdectmen are authorized to enter into any and all agreements and submit any and all applications to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts necessary to implement this TIF plan. PeUtion the 6enera[ Court to Change the Name of the Town of North Andover. To sec if the Town will vote to authorize the Board of Selectmen to Petition the General Court to change thc official name of the Town of North Andover to "Olde Andover". Motion to Adopt ,Article 24 was defeated by Majority Vote. Amend Town By4aws Chapter 17- Hnance - Add New Section to EstabLish Committee to Develop Revenue and Fixed Expense Projections for the Town's Annual Operating Budget. UNANIt4OUSLY VOTED to amend the general bylaws (Code of the Town of North Andover), Chapter 17, Finance, by adding the following new section: Section 1%9: Revenue/Fixed Costs Review Committee There is hereby created a committee to advise the town manager on revenue, other financial sources and fixed costs projections for town operating budgets. The Committee shall consist of two finance committee, the School Superintendent, the Director of Finance and Administration, and the Town Accountant. The Town Manager shall serve as an ex-officio member of the committee. The committee shall meet within thirty days but no later than December 1st of the issuance of the Board of Sdectmen budget policy statement provided for in Chapter 9, Section 2-3 of the Town Charter and shall report to the Town Manager and the Finance Committee their initial estimates for revenues and other financial sources projections and fixed expense estimates for the following fiscal year's annual operating budget within 45 days of the Committee's first meeting. The committee's report shall identify and describe all revenue and financing sources and anticipated fixed costs and shall provide a written rationale supporting estimates contained therein. 81 Article ~6. Article 27. Articte 28. 82 All reports and relevant supporting computer work files issued by this committee shall be made available through the Town of North Andover Web Site in a timely manner that does not interfere with the work of the committee. (Amended by Robert Emolini - YES 98 - NO - 84) The committee may continue to meet after the issuance of the Town Manager's Recommended Budget for the purpose of providing continued advice to the Town Manager, the Board of Selectmen and the Finance Committee regarding revenue and fixed costs projections. Amend Chapter 59 6enera[ Bylaws - Add New SecUon 7 - Presentation of Budget Artictes. UNANIHOUSLY VOTED that the Town amend the general bylaws (Code of the Town of North Andover), Chapter 59, Town Meeting, by adding thc following new section: Section 59-7: For any budgetary articles for the general fund, enterprise funds or capital projects (including amendmenm to previously approved budget articles) the Finance Committee motions shall consist only of a reading of the main motion without explanation. Pursuant to Section 9-3-3 of the Town Charter, the Board of Selectmen or their designee shall then present to the Town Meeting a report explaining the Selectmen's proposed budgets or budget amendments including a summary of revenue or other financing soumes projections and recommended expenditures. To the extent that the Board of Selectmen's recommended budget differs from thc Finance Committee motion, the Board of Selectmen shall move to amend the Finance Committee main motion. PeUtion the Genera[ Court - Amend Chapter 2 SecUon 2 of the Charter for the Town of North Andover-Warrants. VOTED to authorize the Board of Selectmen to Petition the General Court to amend Chapter 2 Section 2 of the Charter for the Town of North Andover by deleting Section 2-2 in its entirety and now reads: Chapter-2-2 Thc warrant for each town meeting shall be closed not more than sixty days, but at least forty-five days prior to the date for the meeting, provided that by unanimous vote, the Board of Selectmen may reopen the warrant in cases of emergency. And further vote to add new Section 2-2 to read: The warrant for the Annual Town Meeting shall be closed not mom than 75 (SEVENTY-FIVE) days, but at least (40)forty days prior to the date for the meeting, provided that by unanimous vote, lite Board of Selectmen may reopen the war~ant in cases of emergency. The warrant for any Special Town Meeting shall be closed not more than 40 but at least 20 days prior to the date of the meeting. YES--193 NO--/ Petition the Genera[ Court - Amend Chapter 2 Section 4 of the Charter for the Town of North Andover-Warrants. UNANI~40USLY VOTED to Petition thc Gen~al Court to amend Chapter 2 Section 2-4 Warrants of the Charter for the Town of North Andover by deleting section 2-4 which now reads: 2-2-4 The warrant for each special town meeting town shall be published in a newspaper of general circulation within the town at least seven days prior to the meeting. And vote to further amend by adding a new section 2-4 to read: The warrant for each Special Town Meeting shall have a summary of each article prepared by the Town Clerk, published in a newspaper of general circulation at least seven days prior to thc meeting; Said publication shall contain where copies of the full warrant text can be obtained, vie~ved, or requests for mailing be sent. Article 29. Artlc[e 30. ArticLe 31. Article 32. PeUtion the Genera[ Court-Amend Chapter 7 Section 8-1 Board of Health of the Charter for the Town of North Andover. VOTED to retain the memb6rship of the North Andover Board of Heahb to three members one member of which shall be a licensed physician in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. VOTE ON AMENDMENT: YES--158 NO--13 Accept Provisions of Chapter 137 (Section 1) of the Acts of 2003 -PubUc Employees 5erring in the Armed Forces of the United States. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED that the Town accept the provisions of Chapter 137 (Section 1) of the Acts of 2003. Accept the Provisions of Massachusetts Genera[ Laws Chapter 41, Section IOOB - Indemnification of Retired Po[ice Officers and Firefighters. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED that the Town accept the provisions of Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 41, Section IOOB. Amend Chapter 115 Section 5 of the Town of North Andover By Laws "Garbage, Rubbish and Refuse" - Refuse Restricted Activity. MA3ORITY VOTE to amend Chapter ! 15 of the Code of the Town of North Andover in Section 5 Refuse Restricted Activity as follows: To delete the first paragraph of Section 115-5 and replace it with the following paragraph: To maintain compliance with the State solid waste facility regulation 310 CMR 19.01'7 the Town of North Andover enacts a mandatory bylaw which states that the following will not be allowed in the garbage, rubbish and refuse/trash and the Town of North Andover directs its contracted waste hauler or any party responsible for municipal waste pickup not to pick up visible recycling at curbside, and these items will include the items in the following paragraphs: To insert the following paragraph at the end of Section 115-5: Single Resin Narrow necked plastic -All narrow-necked plastic containers of any resin type. In narrow-necked containers the diameter of the opening is smaller than the diameter of the base (e.g., a soda bottle is "narrow-necked", but a yogurt container is not). Recyelable Paper - all paper, cardboard, and paperboard products (e.g office paper, newspaper, unwaxed cardboard and cereal boxes) excluding tissue paper, toweling, paper plates, cups, and other low-grade paper products which become unusable to paper mills as a result of normal intended use. (e.g. used paper towels). Cathode Ray Tubes (CRT's) - Any intact, broken, or processed glass tube used to provide the ¥isual display in televisions, computer monitors and certain scientific instruments such as oscilloscopes. 010 CMR 19.006) A vote to reconsider at[ articLes not previousty reconsidered was denied. The meeting adjourned at I0:37 ?.M. until Monday May 17, 2004 at the North Andover High School Auditorium. 83 Article 33. 84 Petttion the Legistature-Amend Town Charter - New Section 10 - Citizen Participation Mechanisms (Right of lnltlaUve Petition and Right of Referendum). To sec if thc Town wilt vote to authorize the Board of Selectmen to petition the Massachusetts Legislature to Amend Chapter 2 of the Charter for the Town of North Andovcr by adding the following section as described below, beginning with Section 10 Citizen Petition Mechanisms; or take any other action relative thereto. Furthermore, this Amendment will be subsequently subject to approval by a favorable vote of the inhabitants of the Town of North Andover qualified to vote in elections and town affairs, at thc next annual town election after Legislative approval. The question approving thc Amendment shall appear on the ballot substantially the same as onflined in MGL, Chapter 43B: Scctiea 11. Section 10 Citizen Participation Mechanisms 2-10-1 Right of Initiative Petition; Initiative Procedures. Registered voters of the town may, by initiative petition propose to any annual or special town meeting the passage of a measure and, if such measure not be passed by said town meeting, may cause such measure to be submitted to the voters of the town for their approval thereof as hereinafter provided. However, no measure shall be proposed by initiative petition hereunder which: (1) makes a specific appropriation of money from the treasury of the town other than an appropriation to pay for the costs of a study, (2) amends the zoning map or zoning by-laws of the town, (3) increases taxes or fees, or (4) proposes the submission to the voters of the town of an amendment to the charter. An initiative petition shall set forth the full text of the measure proposed by thc petitioners, and shall be signed by nbt less than one hundred registered voters of the town, each of whom shall sign his or her laame and record his or hcr address on thc petition as thcy appear on thc list of registered voters. The initiative petition shall bc submitted to the Town Clerk prior to the town me~ting deadline for warrant articles. Upon certification of signatures, Town Clerk shall forward thc initiative petition to Town Counsel. If Town Counsel certifies that the measure proposed by thc initiative petition does not conflict with the constitution or laws of the Commonwealth, and that it includes only subjects not excluded from thc initiative by this section, thc initiative petition shall then be filed by him with thc Board of Selectmen, who shall cause the measure proposed therein to be included in thc warrant for thc annual or special town meeting as an initiative article, so designated; provided, however, that if the Town Counsel shall fall, within tea days following his receipt of an initiative petition, to notify the Board of Selectmen in writing of his reasons for not certifying the petition, that petition shall be deemed to have been certified by him, and thc Board of Selectman shall cause thc measure therein proposed to bc included in thc warrant as an initiative article, so designated. Whenever an initiative article is included in the warrant for an annual or special town meeting, thc moderator shall give to the first named signer of thc initiative article, or his designee, the privilege of making the first motion under thc initiative article, which shall be in the words of the proposal in thc article. Thc moderator shall not acc{pt any amendments or substitute motions without thc express approval of thc person offering thc first motion under the initiative article. Action under an initiative article shall be taken by majority, two-thirds or such other vote as may bc required by the nature of such action under applicable state laws. If such annual or special town meeting shall dissolve without having adopted, enacted or voted passage of the motion presented under an initiative article, but if at least one-fifth of the total number of town meeting voters voting upon the motion shall have voted in the affirmative, the original petitioners of the initiative article may complete their petition by filing with the Board of Sdeetmen an additional number of signatures of registered voters of the town which, when combined with the signatures of the 9riginal petitioners, will equal in number not less than fifteen percent of the total number of persons registered to vote in the town. Each additional signatory voter shall sign his or her name, and record his or her address upon the petition as they appear on the list of registered voters, and all such additional signatures shall be gathered not earlier than the day after which the town meeting dissolved, and shall be filed with the Board of Selectmen as set forth above not later than sixty days, exclusive of Sundays and legal holidays, following the dissolution. The Board of Selectmen shall forthwith send such signatures to the Board of Registrars for certification. If the annual or special town meeting shall have adopted, enacted or voted passage of any other separate motion as an alternative to the initiative article motion, such other motion to be designated an alternative motion by Town Counsel, the original petitioners of the initiative article may in like manner complete their initiative petition by filing with the Board of Selectmen an additional number of signatures, all as provided in the next paragraph. Within ten days after the filing of the completed initiative petition, and the Board of Registrars having certified the required number of signatures, the Selectmen shall issue a call for a special election, which shall be held within thirty five days after the issuing of that call, for the purpose of presenting to the voters the measure proposed in the initiative petition which has been acted upon unfavorably by the town meeting, and any alternative measure which may have been adopted by the town meeting, provided, however, that the election shall not be held during the exclusionary period from June 30th to September 7th. In the event a special election has been scheduled during this exclusionary period for other reasons, then the exclusionary period will not apply and the special election for the initiative petition measure will be held on the same date as the other scheduled special election. Both the initiative petition measure and any alternative measure shall appear upon the ballot to be voted upon by the voters, and shall be stated in the same language and form used in the motions acted upon by town meeting. If a majority of the voters shall vote in the affirmative, with at least twenty percent of registered votem voting, on either the initiative article motion or upon the alternative motion, the measure voted upon in the affirmative by the number of voters thus required, or the measure receiving the larger number of votes ff conflicting measures are approved shall take effect immediately or at such later time as may be specified in the measure, or if it be a by-law subject to the approval of the Attorney General, it shall take effect subject to Section 32 of Chapter 40 of the General Laws; provided, however, that any measure the passage of which shall by law require a two-thirds affirmative vote in a town meeting shall, if proposed by an initiative petition, or if it be an alternate measure adopted by the town meeting, shall require the affirmative vote of two-thirds of the voters voting at the special election called under this section. Any measure proposed by initiative petition, or adopted by affirmative vote of the town meeting, and approved by the voters of the town under this section shall, after a period of 12 months, be subject to amendment, revision or repeal by town meeting, providing that such action does not conflict with the constitution or laws of the Commonwealth. No provision in this section ~hall negate or in any way limit the right of ten or more registered voters to have an article inserted in the annual town meeting warrant at their written request, or the right of one hundred registered voters of the town to have an article inserted in a special town meeting warrant at their written request, all as provided for in Chapter 39, Section 10, of the General Laws. No provision in this section shall r~gate in any way thc Massachusetts General Laws, North Andover Charter and North Andover Bylaws governing the conduct and other requirements of special and annual town meetings. 2-10-2 Right of Referendum; l~fer~dm Procedures A vote passed at any town meeting authorizing the expenditure of fifty thousand dollars or more as a special appropriation, or establishing a new board or office or abolishing an old board or office or merging two or more boards or offices, or fixing the term of office of town officers, where such term is optional, 85 or increasing or reducing the number of members of a board, or adopting a new by-law, or amending an existing by-law, shall not be operative until after the expiration of ten days, exclusive of Sundays and holidays, from the dissolution of the meeting. If, within ten days, a petition, signed by not less than three per cent of the registered voters of the town, containing their names and addresses as they appear on the list of registered voters, is filed with the selectmen asking that the question or questions involved in such a vote be submitted to the registered voters of the town at large, then the selectmen, after the expiration of five days, shall forthwith call a special election for the sole purpose of presenting to the registered voters at large the question or questions so involved. The polls shall be opened at seven o'clock in the morning and shall be closed not earlier than eight o'clock in the evening, and all votes upon any questions so submitted shall be taken by ballot, and the check list shall be used in the several precinct meetings in the same manner as in the election of town officers. The questions so submitted shall be determined by a majority vote of the registered voters of the town voting thereon, but no action of the town meeting shall be reversed unless at least twenty per cent of the registered voters shall so vote. Each question so submitted shall be in the form of the following question, which shall be placed upon the official ballot:--'"'Shall the town vote to approve the action of the town meeting whereby it was voted (brief description of the substance of the vote and by what vote thereon if such vote was tabulated)?" If such petition is not filed within the period of ten days, the vote of the town meeting shall become operative and effective upon the expiration of said period. Absent voter ballots shall be used at such election in accordance with the provisions of chapter fifty-four. Article 33 DEFEATED as moved by Albert E Movsesian. Article 34. Amend Chapter 170 (Underground Utilities) of the General Bylaws by Expanding the Definition of Old Common Area. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED to amend paragraph D of Section 3 of Chapter 170 - Underground Utilities Bylaw by inserting after "Old Common" the words "Area: along the former Essex Street from Academy Road to Great Pond Road;"; or to take any other action relative thereto. Chapter 170, Section 3, Paragraph D now reads: D. Old Common: along Osgood Street from Bay State Road to the intersection of Andover Street. Along Andover Street from Academy Road to the intersection with Chestnut Street, along Massachusetts Avenue from 200 feet northwest of the intersection with Osgood Street through the Old Center to Salem Street and Johnson Street to Milk Street and along Great Pond Road from Academy Road 200 feet to the east toward Stevens Street. [Added by Article 21 2001 Annual Town Meeting. Approved by Attorney General September 12, 2001] Amended Section D to read: D. Old Common Area: along the former Essex Street from Academy Road to Great Pond Road; along Osgood Street from Bay State Road to the intersection of Andover Street. Along Andovex Strec! from Academy Road to the intersection with Chestnut Street, along Massachusetts Avenue from 200 feet northwest of the intexsectioa with Osgood Street through the Old Center to Salem Street and Johnson Street to Milk Street and along Great Pond Road from Academy Road 200 feet to the east toward Stevens Street. [Added by Article 21 2001 Annual Town Meeting. Approved by Attorney General September 12, 2001] Article 35. PetKSon the General Court - AuthorizaUon of Utility Easement - Drummond Playground. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED to authorize the Board of Selectmen to grant a utility easement to Massachusetts Electric Company on a parcel of land situated on the southwesterly side of Johnson Street, being shown on Assessor's Map 96 as Lot 32 with the easement being shown on a plan described as "North Andover OH to UG Commons Project" which is on file with the Town Clerk's office on such terms as the Selectmen deem to be in the best interest of the Town of North Andover and authorize a petition to the Massachusetts Legislature for special legislation to accomplish the foregoing. 86 Article 36, Article 37. PeUUon the General Court - Authorization of UtiUty Easement - Town Common Area. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED to authorize thc Board of Selectmen to grant a utility easement to Massachusetts Electric Company and Comcast of Massachusetts on a parcel of land situated on thc nortbeasterly side of Osgood Street, the southwesterly side of Massachusetts Avenue, and thc northerly side of Andover Street, being shown on Assessor's Map 59 as Lot 19 with the*easement being shown on a plan described as "North Andover OH to UG Commons Project which ts on file with the Town Clerk's office on such terms as the Selectmen deem to be in the best interest of thc Town of North Andover and authorize a petition to the Massachusetts Legislature for special legislation to accomplish the foregoing. A Ptan for Beaver Control and Associated Bytaw. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED that the Town amend the General Bylaws of the Town of North Andover by inserting a new Chapter 73 - Beaver Bylaw - Protection From Damage Due to Beaver Dams and Blockages to read as follows: CHAPTER 37 BEAVER BYLAW - PROTECTION FROM DAMAGE DUE TO BEAVER DAMS AND BLOCKAGES Section 73.1: Purpose The To~vn of North Andover hereby enacts this Bylaw, in strict compliance with Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 131, Section 80A, as amended ('Section 80A'), and all other applicable Federal and State laws, rules, and regulations (altogether, the 'Rules'), for the efficient protection of htmmn health and safety and public and private property from damage resulting from beaver or other animal-related dams and blockages. Section 73.2: Board of Health Responsible This bylaw affirms the above Rules and specified processes and directs that the Rules be followed in their word and their intent in the Town of North Andover. The emphasis shall be on creating an implementation that, consistent with the Rules, is effective and efficient and minimally burdensome on the Town and its residents and property owners over both the short and the long term. The North Andover Board of Health shall take a leadership role and primary responsibility in defining and managing that implementation. Section 73.3: Clarify interpretation of Section 80A The Board of Health will actively work to formally clarify the meaning of any portions of Sectioa 80A about which there is doubt or differing interpretation, consistent with other applicable laws, rules, regulations, and judicial decisions in Federal and State courts. Section 73.4: Responsibility of Property Owners It shall be the duty of each property owner to manage any dams or blockages on their property in accordance with all applicable laws, rules, and regulations, and so as to minimize or eliminate damage or threat to human health and safety of others. Section 73.5: Town as Property Owner As property owner, the Town is responsible for the management of dams or blockages on Town property. Section 73.6: Board of Health to Notify Responsible Parties In cases where the Board of Health determines, consistent with Section 80A, that there is a threat to human health or safety due to a dam or blockage on a particular property, the Board will immediately notify the property owner and direct that the property owner immediately resolve the problem consistent with Mass. General Laws Chapter 111, Section 123. 87 ArtJde 38, Section 73.7: Town Departments as Specialists Thc Board of Health and thc Conservaton Commission will actively assist in thc resolution of difficulties between property owners around these issues, and assist and provide guidance to private property owners in the management of their own difficulties in this regard. Section 73.8: Long Term Site Management Plans -- Thc Board of Health, working with the Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife (DFW), will take an active, leadership role in the development and approval of a comprehensive, practical, long t~rm management plan for each site where there is determined to be an issue within the scope of Section 80A. The Town will store all such plans, make available copies for use in other situations where a plan is being developed, and provide copies at cost whenever requested; preferably also making all such plans freely available on the Town website for easy reference. A long term plan shall be for a site, not an individual. As such, a long term plan may run with the land. All persons to whose property access is required to implement a long term plan, or whose property is affected by the problem, may be a part of the preparation of and agreement to such plan. A.long term plan shall be for the foreseeable future, although any plan is modifiable whenever the need arises. Such plans shall be written and shall be specific about what is to be done, who is responsible, thc geographic area of thc site, and what inspections are to be performed to verify that the plan is being followed. A long term plan should strive to minimize the number of other permits required to be obtained and kept in effect. Section 73.9: Sewer Pumping Stations In addition to continuing to work together for the protection of our sewer pumping stations and our water supply, the Division of Public Works and the Water and Sewer Departments (herein DPW+W+S) shall be knowledgeable about all waterways near or affecting sewer pumping stations. The DPW+W+S shall proactively address any site where a dam or blockage is likely to impact a sewer pumping station. Section 73.10: Fees The Board of Selectmen is authorized to establish a comprehensive foe schedule under this bylaw. Said fee schedule, to the extent allowed by law, shall supersede related fee schedules established by other town departments and/or boards. The intent of this section is to establish one unified fee structure relating to beaver control. Section 73.11: Severability If any provision of this bylaw is determined to be invalid, such determination shall not affect the validity of the other provisions of this bylaw, which other provisions shall remain in full force and effect. Amend Zoning By[aw - Section ~,.2 Phased Development. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED to amend the Zoning Bylaw of the Town of North Andover by deleting Section 4.2 Phased Development in its entirety and replacing it with the following: 4.2 Phased Development By-law 1. Intent and Purpose. The purpose of this section is to ensure that development occurs in North Andover in a strategic, orderly and planned manner that allows for the preparation and maintenance of high quality municipal services for an ever-expanding residential population, while at the same time allowing reasonable residential development during such preparation that does not infringe on the quality of life or municipal services provided for the residents of the Town of North Andover, in order to provide for high quality and reliable municipal services such as, but not limited to, fire and police protection, educational facilities and programs and available clean water resources. This section establishes a strategic development rate consistent with recent historical average development rates for residential development in order to ensure 88 that development occurs in an orderly and planned manner as it relates to the Town's ability to provide high quality and effective services for its citizens and protect its resources necessary for sustaining the present and future quality of life enjoyed by its citizens. 2. Definitions. For the purposes of this Bylaw, the following terms shall have the following meaning: (a) "Anniversary date" for each subdivision, special permit, or contiguous Form A lots under this provision shall be no earlier than the date on which all required approvals required for a building permit have been obtained. (b) "Developer" any individual who either as an individual, a beneficial owner of a real estate trust, a partner in a partnership, or an officer or owner of a corporation, requests one or more building permits for the construction of new dwelling units. (c) "Development" shall mean a single parcel or set of contiguous parcels of land held in substantial common ownership, regardless of form, at any time on or after the date of adoption of this bylaw, for which one or more building permits are sought. (d) "Phased Development Schedule" shall mean a schedule authorized by the Planning Board or its authorized designee in accordance with this Section, which outlines the maximum building permit issuance per development. 3. Regulations. (a) Beginning on the effective date of this section, no building permit for a new residential dwelling unit or units shall be issued unless in accordance with the regulations of this section, or unless specifically exempted in Section 6 below, or by the provision of MGL, s. 40A, c. 6. (b) The regulations of this section shall apply to all definitive subdivision plans, subdivisions not requiring approval, contiguous Form A lots held in common or related ownership on the effective date of this by4aw, site plan review applications, and special permits, which would result in the creation of a new dwelling unit 9r units. Dwelling units sba/1 be considered as part ora single development for purposes of development scheduling if located either on a single parcel or contiguous parcels of land that have been in the same ownership at any time on or subsequent to the date of adoption of this section. (c) For all building lots/dwelling units covered under Subsection 3(b), the Planning Board is authorized to approve a Phased Development Schedule for that lot/unit in accordance with Section 4a. (d) The request for authorization of a Phased Development Schedule shall be made on forms provided by the Planning Board. Requests will include any and all information necessary to demonstrate eligibility and compliance with these regulations, (e) No building permits for new dwelling units shall be issued until the Phased Development Schedule has been recorded in the Essex County Registry of Deeds and a certified copy of the Phased Development Schedule has been filed with both the Planning and Building Departments. {f) Upon transfer of any lot or unit subject to this section, the deed shall reference the Phased Development Schedule and state the earliest date on which construction may be commenced in accordance with the provision of this bylaw. (g) ff a proposed subdivision includes any lots that are within 500 feet of lots in another subdivision held in common or affiliated ownership, then both subdivisions shall be construed to be a single subdivision for the purposes of this Bylaw. 89 (h) 0) Lot lines for Form A lots shall be defined when the Form A lots have been approved by the Planning Board or an authorized agent. Subsequent changes in the shape or ownership of lots shall not render the provisions of this Bylaw void. Building permits shall be issued in accordance with the Phased Development Schedule. However, the Planning Board may, without a public hearing and up?n written request from the applicant, permit up to twice the allowed annual maximum permitted for that project under the provisions of this Bylaw, provided that building permits issued in succeeding years shall be limited to less than the permitted maximum, if necessary, to insure that the overall number of allowed permits is not exceeded. The Planning Board, in conjunction with the Building Inspector, shall be responsible for administering this section of the Bylaw. Accordingly, the Planning Board shall adopt and publish reasonable regulations for carrying out its duties under this section. In particular, these regulations shall address the conditions and processes for authorizing building permits on an annual basis. 4. Phased Development Schedule (a) Building permits for new dwelling units shall be authorized in accordance with the following Phased Development Schedule: Number of Units in Subdivision Development Minimum Years for Development Maximum Units for which Building Records May be Issued Per Year 1-6 I All 7-20 2 50% of total 21-34 3 33% of total 35-50 4 25% of total 51-75 5 20% of total 76-125 6 16.7% of total 126+ 7 14.3% of total No Phased Development Schedule shall exceed seven years. (b) The number of lots eligible for building permits in the first year of the development shall be prorated from the anniversary date to December 31. Fractions of .5 or greater shall be rounded up to the nearest number and fractions less than .5 shall be rounded down. (e) ff as a result of an applicant seeking approval of a second plan of development on a parcel of land for which authorizations have been previously granted, a second plan is approved, a new Phased Development Schedule shall be established. The second schedule shall supersede the first Phased Development Schedule at the time a building permit is issued based on the second plan for any lot lying wholly or partially within the parcel subject to the new development schedule. (d) The Planning Board, in approving the second plan, shall determine the number of authorizations from the first plan that would be abated based on the second plan's approval. This number shall be used by the Building Inspector in revising the authorization schedules due to abatements. 5. Requirements. (a) All definitive subdivisions, Form A approvals, special permits, and site plan review applications shall include a proposed Phased Development Schedule by the applicant. (b) Phased Development Schedules. i. Phased Development Schedules shall be determined by the Planning Bmi'd at the time of approval of any such application. Such schedules shall be included as a condition of approval of the application. 90 ii. The Building Inspector shall be authorized to issue revised Phased Development Schedules based solely on approvals granted by the Planning Board. iii. All Phased Development Schedules with approved authorization shall be recorded with the application approval decision with the Town Clerk. No building permits shall be issued pursuant to the schedule until the applicant records thoapproval decision with the Phased Development Schedule at the Registry of Deeds. 6. Exemptions. The following developments are specifically exempt from the provisions of this bylaw. a) An application for a building permit for the enlargement, restoration, or reconstruction of a dwelling in existence as of the effective date of this by-law, provided that no additional residential unit is created. b) Definitive subdivision approvals, special permits, Form A lots and site plan approvals, and development schedules made and approved prior to the date of adoption of this by-law shall be exempt from the provisions of this by-law. The Hanning Board shall have sole and exclusive authority to render all decisions on exemption requests. c) Dwelling units for Iow and/or moderate income families or individuals, where all of the follmving conditions are met: Occupm~cy of the units is restricted to households qualifying under Local Initiative Programs and the New England Fund as administered by the Massachusetts Department of Housing and Community Development. ii. The affordable units are subject to a properly executed and recorded in perpetuity deed restriction running with the land that shall limit the succeeding resale price to an increase of 10 percent, plus any increase in the consumer price index, plus the cost of any improvements certified by the Building Inspector. d) Dwelling units for senior residents, where occupancy of the units is restricted to senior persons through a properly executed and recorded in perpetuity deed restriction running with the land. For purposes of this Section "senior" shall mean persons over the age of 55. e) Development projects which voluntarily agree to a minimum 40% permanent reduction in density, (buildable lots), below the density, (building lots), permitted under zoning and feasible given the environmental conditions of the tract, and as determined and approved by the North Andover Harming Board with the surplus land equal to at least ten buildable acres and permanently designated as open space and/or farmland. The land to be preserved shall be protected from development by an Agricultural Preservation Restriction, Conservation Restric6on, and dedication to the Town, or other similar mechanism approved by the Planning Board that will ensure its protection. f) Any tract of land existing and not held by a Developer in common ownership with an adjacent parcel on the effective date of this Section shall receive a oneqfime exemption from the Development Scheduling provisions for the purpose of constructing one single family dwelling unit on the parcel. 7. Zoning Change Protection Any protection against zoning changes pr~)vided by M.G.L.c. 40A, s. 6, shall be extended to the earliest date on which the final unit in the development could be authorized under this bylaw, 8. Severability The provisions of this by-law are hereby declared severable and if any provision shall be held invalid or unconstitmional, it shall not be construed to affect the validity or constitutionality of any of the remaining. Article 39. Article 40. 92 9, Expiration The provisions of this Section 4.2 shall expire on July 1, 2009; however, by a vote of Town Meeting, before said date, the provisions of this Section 4.2 may be extended from an additional four (4) years in order to continue municipal comprehensive planning studies necessary to promote orderly growth. In the event said action is taken by Town Meeting prior to July 1, 2009, these provisions shall be construed to have lapsed on such date. Amend Zoning B~aw - Oetete Section 8.7 Growth Management. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED to adopt Article 39 as printed in the warrant and delete Section 8.7 Growth Management Bylaw of the North Andover Zoning Bylaw. Amend Zoning B~taw Sections 4A2Z Residence 4 District (Permitted Uses), Paragraph 1.4. VOTED to adopt Article 40 as printed in the warrant with the following amendment: Delete in 4.122.14- Residential 4 District Section C. 9. "Main entrances to the dwelling units shall be permitted only in the front of the structure". 4.122.14 Residence 4 District (Permitted Uses) a. One Family Dwelling. b. Two family dwellings, by special permit from the Zoning Board of Appeals in accordance with Sections 10.3 and 4.122.14.1 of this Bylaw. c. The conversion of an existing one-family to a two-family dwelling, by special permit from the Zoning Board of Appeals in accordance with Sections 10.3 and 4.122.14.1 of this Bylaw, provided that conversion from a one-family to a two-family dwelling meets the following additional requirements: 1. Ifa conversion involves increasing the size of an existing structure, tbe expansio~x area shatl not exceed 50% of the original building's gross floor area up to a maximum of 1500 s.f.. The size of the second dwelling unit can never exceed 1500 s.f. 2. There must be two parking spaces for each dwelling unit. 3. No parking/driveway shall be permitted within 10 feet of any lot line. 4. No garage or carport shall face the street unless it is located at least 10 feet behind the front fagade of the principal structure and in accordance with the dimensional setbacks outlined in Table 2 of this Bylaw. 5. The converted structure shall meet all of the dimensional requirements of the R-4 District identified in Table 2 of this Bylaw. 6. Stairways leading to the second or any higher floor shall be enclosed. 7. The principal building in a conversion to a two-family dwelling shall share a connected common wall (or floor) for at least 75% of the wall's (or floor's) surface. No unheated structure, no structure without foundation, and no structure that is enfrely or partially a garage shall be considered as meeting the 75% requirement. 8. i.) The conversion of a one-family dwelling to a two-family dwelling must not result in any portion of the post-conversion ~oofline height exceeding the pre-conversion roofline height by more than five (5) feet. ii.) The conversion of a one-family dwelling to a two-family dwelling must not significantly increase or decrease the pitch of any additional post-conversion roof area. 9. Main entrances to the dwelling units shall be permitted only in the front of the structure. The conversion of an existing dwelling to accommodate not more than five (5) residentia/unils, by special permit from the Zoning Board of Appeal~ in accordance with Sections 10.3 and 4.122.14.1 of this Bylaw. The conversion of a single family dwelling to a two-family dwelling must comply with the provisions of Sections 10.3, 4.122.14.c. and 4.122.14.1. 14.1 Special Permit Granting Criteria for Two-Family Dwdling and One-Fancily to Two-Family or Multi* Family Conversions. The Zoning Board of Appeals may approve a special permit for a proposed use of a building, dwelling or structure provided by Section 4.122.14.b., 14.c or 14.d upon finding that the application complies with the purposes of this Bylaw, and is consistent with the use of the site for the purpose permitted within the Residential 4 District. In making its decision, the Zoning Board shall consider the following criteria in addition to those listed in Section 10.31: I. Consistency with the North Andover Master Plan. 2. The degree to which the proposed use furthers the Town's interest in providing a range of housing types, where applicable. 3. The degree to which the application addresses the following design standards: Achieve compatibility with the established pattern of uses in the d/strict. The Residential 4 District consists primarily of single-family d~vellings near the Stevens Memorial Library Area and off of Massachusetts Avenue, and more compact neighborhoods with a mix of residential uses toward Waverly Road. New construction or substantial alteration of buildings must compliment and reinforce the design features of these neighborhoods. ii) Achieve design compatibility with architectural features and exterior materials of surrounding structures. iii) Preserve existing structures of historic value. Buildings, dwellings or structures listed on the National Register of Historic Places or the State Register, and are more than 50 years old as of the date of application for a special permit, may be converted, constructed, reconstructed, restored or altered only in a manner that maintains or promotes their status as listed or eligible historic resources. For purposes of zoning compliance, additions or alterations that adhere to the U.S. Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties will generally be presumed to maintain or promote such status. iv) Preserve established, mature vegetation. The right to apply for a special permit to convert an existing dwdling shall extend to any dwelling to be convened for use as a dwelling of not more than five (5) residential units, and meeting all requirements of the State and Town Statutes and Bylaws, including the Health Codes, Building Codes, Zoning Laws and Zoning Bylaws. Proof of ownership must be supplied with the application. YES--14§ NOel7 Voted May 17, 2004 93 Article 41. Amend Zoning Bylaw Section 9.3 Pre-Existing Non-conforming Single and Two FamiLy Residential Structures end Uses Jn the Residential 1, Residential 2, Residential 3, Residential 4 and Residential 6 Districts (NON-CDNFORMIN§ USES). VOTED to amend Section 9.3 of the North Andover Zoning Bylaw by changing the phrase "pre-existing non-conforming single and two family residential structures" to "pre-existing non-conforming single family residential structures" in titles and text in five (5) places, thus eliminating pre-existing non- conforming two family residential structures from the provisions of this section. Amended Section 9.3 to read as follows Existing Non-conforming Single Family Residential Structures and Uses in the Residential l, Residential 2, Residential 3, Residential 4 and Residential 6 Districts: Pre-existing Non-conforming Single Family Structures: Pre-existing non-conforming single family residential structures in the RI, R2, R3, R4 and R6 Districts, may be changed, extended or altered, provided that there is a finding by the Zoning Enforcement Officer (Building Commissioner) that such change, extension, or alteration shall not render the structure more non-conforming than the existing structure. Upon such determination, a building permit may be issued where applicable. The following circumstances shall be deemed not to increase the nonconforming nature of said structure: 1. Alteration of a structure which complies with all current yard setbacks, building coverage, and building height requirements but is located on a lot with insufficient area, where the structure after alteration will comply with all of current Bylaw requirements except for lot area. 2. Alteration to a structure which complies will all current yard setbacks, building coverage, and building height requirements but is located on a lot with insufficient frontage, where the structure after alteration will comply with all of current Bylaw requirements except for frontage. 3. Alteration to a structure which encroaches upon one or more required yard setbacks, where the structure after alteration will comply with all current bylaw requirements except for yard setbacks (the provisions of this clause shall apply regardless of whether the lot complies with current area and frontage requirements). 4. Alteration of a structure which encroaches upon one or more required yard setbacks, where the altered parg of the structure will comply with all current yard setbacks, or the alteration is to the side or face of the structure which encroaches upon a required yard setback, and the alteration does not further encroach upon the required yard setback. In either case, the altered structure must comply with current building coverage and building height requirements (the provisions of this clause shall apply regardless of whether the lot complies with current area and frontage requirements). 5. Alteration to a nonconforming structure which will not increase the footprint of the existing structure provided that existing height restrictions shall not be exceeded. In the event that the Zoning Enforcement Officer (Building Commissioner) determines that the nonconforming nature of such structure would be increased by the proposed extension, alteration, or change, the Zoning Board of Appeals may, by special permit, allow such extension, alteration, or change where it determines that the proposed modification will not be substantially more detrimental than the existing nonconforming structure to the neighborhood. Pre-existing Nonconforming Single Family Structures: No portion of this Section 9.3, Pre-Existing Non-Conforming Single Family Structures and Uses in the Residential 1, Residential 2, Residential 3, Residential 4 and Residential 6 Zoning Districts shall be construed to allow for any uses other than those expressly allowed as defined in each above listed zoning district of the Zoning Bylaw. YES~126 NOel2 Voted May 1'7, 2004 94 Article 42. Amend Zoning Bylaw Add New Section 4.3 Section Residential Adaptive Re-Use Special Permit. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED to adopt a new Section, Section 4.3 Residential Adaptive Re-Use Special Permit within the Town of North Andover Zoning Bylaw, as listed below: Section 4.3, Residential Adaptive Re-Use Special Permit Intent The Res/dential Adaptive Re-Use Special Permit is hereby established as a Special Permit in the R1, R2, R3 and R4 residential districts on lots that are directly contiguous to lots in non-residentially zoned districts established by this Bylaw. Purpose The purpose of this special permit is to encourage the creative re-use and conversion of existing residential structures adjacent to commercial and industrial parcels to a commercial use or mixed use in order to preserve historical structures, provide for additional tax revenue for the Town, provide flexibility to landowners, and to create a transition between residential and business areas. Applicability/Eligibility A lot is eligible to receive a Residential Adaptive Re-Use Special Permit based on the provisions of Section 4.3(6) of this Bylaw, only if at the time of application (and based on the Zoning Map iN effect at that time) the subject lot is: A) within the Ri, R2, R3 and R4 districts; AND B) is directly contiguous (i.e. directly touching and not separated by a roadway or another parcel) to a parcel in a non-residential district (B1-B4, ¥C, GB, I1-3 and IS). 4. Permitted uses by Special Permit include: A) Existing residential uses; B) Multi-family dwelling; C) Uses which involve historic materials or relate to the attraction provided by an historic atmosphere, such as museums, local arts and crafts shops, antique shops, wood~vorking, furniture repair, or restaurants; D) Enterprises whose principal use is the sale of agricultural products, such as greenhouses, orchards, nurseries, food co-ops, or farm products stores. E) Enterprises whose principal use is the sale of products produced in North Andover, such as local agricultural products or crafts; F) Personal service office; G) Professional offices; H) Business offices; I) Medical offices; J) Community resources such as banks, churches, schools, or libraries; K) Interior storage uses such as for boats or furniture; and L) Any appropriate combination as determined by the ZBA of the uses stated above. 5. Performance Standards, Restrict/oas & Additional Requirements A) Permitted uses shall be limited to the existing structures on the lot2 However, in addition to ZBA special permit approval for the proposed use, an applicant may apply to the ZBA for a special permit to expand the size of the existing structures by up to 25% of the footprint of the structure as it existed on the date of enactment af the Residential Adaptive Re-Use Special Permit. B) The use permitted by this Special Permit shall not be considered objectionable or detrimental to the residential character of the neighborhood due to the exterior appearance, emission of odor, gas, smoke, dust, noise, disturbance, or in any other way objectionable to or detrimental to any residential use within the neighborhood C) There will be no display of goods or wares visible from the street, with the exception of locally produced agricultural goods. Article 43. D) There shall be no exterior alterations that are not customary or harmonious with the re,sidential character of thc building. E) Any additions to the structure above must comply with the setbacks and dimensional requirements of the corresponding residential district and non-conforming uses must comply with the requirements outline in Section 9 of this Bylaw. F) No more than 25% of the existing structure may be demolished. G) A minimum of 30% of the remaining lot area most remain permeable material such as, hut not limited to, vegetation, mulch, and trees, unless specifically waived by the Planning Board during site plan review. H) Any new parking must meet the, current parking requirements as designated in Section 8.1, Off Street Parking, shall be located to the rear or side of the building, and shall be screened from the road and abutting properties to be compatth[~ with the character of the ne,ighborhood. Screening shall consist of one or more of the, following: fencing, vegetation, flora, deciduous shrubs and/or trees. l) The ZBA and Planning Board may grant spegial permits for prospective uses and site plans in order that owners may renovate for approval for specific businesses or te,nants. Evidence shall be provided that the p~oje,et is in accoMance with the current North Andover Master Plan and if applicable, with the guidelines set forth in The Secretary of the lute,riot's Standards for Rehabilitation and Guidelines for Rehabilitating Historic Buildings (Revised 1983) (36CFR67) in terms of thc re,habilitation of the building and its site. 6. Application and Approval Procedure A) la order to obtain a Re.~idential Adaptive Re-Use Special Permit, an applicant must receive a special permit from tho North Andover ZBA approving the intended use and any proposed expansion in accordance with Section 9.3(5) of this By-Law. B) After such approval has been obtained from the ZBA, the applicant must obtai~.~ a Site, Plan Special Permit from the Planning Board as referenced in Section 8.3 of the Town of North Andover Zoning Bylaw. Amend Zoning Bylaw Section 4.137 Delete and Rep[ace with FEMA Language. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED to amend Section 4.137 of the Zoning Bylaw of the Town of North Andover to incorporate revisions suggested by FEMA, incorporating their model Bylaw by updating the Massachasetts State Building Code references from 2102 to Section 310'/in all locations, updating tho NFIP State Coordinator's mailing address, noting that within Zone A of the Hood Plain Dis~'ict, the Wetlands Protection Act may require, the base flood elevation to be determined by engineering calculations, and addition of a new Section 7, Definitions. Section 4.137 should be deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following language: Amended Section 4.137 to read: 4.137 Floodplain DisUict 1. STATEMENT OF PURPOSE The purpose of the floodplain District is to: Ensure public safety through reducing the threats to life and personal injury. Eliminate new hazards to emergency response officials; Prevent the occurrence of public emergencies resulting from water quality, contamination, and pollution due to flooding. Avoid the loss of utility services which if damaged by flooding would disrupt or shin down the utility network and impact regions of the community beyond the. site of flooding; Eliminate costs associated with the response and cleanup of flooding conditions; Reduce damage to public and private property resulting from flooding waters. 96 2. FLOODPLAIN DISTRICT BOUNDARIES AND BASE FLOOD EVALUATION AND FLOODWAY DATA The Floodplain District is herein established as an overlay district. The underlying permitted uses are allowed provided that they meet the Massachusetts State Building Code, Section 3107, "Flood Resistant Construction" and any other applicable local, state or federal requirements. The District includes ail special flood hazard areas designated on the North Pmdover Hood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) issued by the Federai Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for the administration of the NEIP dated June 2, 1993 as Zone A, AE, AH, AO, A99, and the FEMA Hood Boundary & Floodway Map dated June 2, 1993, both maps which indicate the 100 year regulatory floodplain. The exact boundaries of the District may be defined by the 100-year base flood evaiuations shown on the FIRM and further defined by the Flood Insurance study booklet dated June 2, 1993. The FIRM, Floodway Maps and Flood Insurance Study booklet are incorporated herein by reference and are on file with the Town Clerk, Planning Board, Building Official, and Conservation Commission. 3. BASE FLOOD ELEVATION AND FLOODWAY DATA Floodway Data. In Zone A, AH, A99 and AE, along watemourses that have not had a regulatory floodway designated, the best available Federal, Stale, locai or other floodway data as determined by the Building Inspector, in consultation with the Director of the Division of Public Works, shall be used to prohibit encroachments in floodways which would result in any increase in flood levels within the community during the occurrence of the base flood discharge. Base Flood Elevation Date. Base flood elevation data is required for subdivision proposals or other developments greater than 50 lots or 5 acres, whichever is the lesser, within unnumbered A zones. Areas designated as flood plain on the North Andover Flood Insurance Rate Maps may be determined to be outside the flood plain district by the Building Inspector, in consultation with the Director of the Division of Public Works, if an accurate topographic and property line survey of the area conducted by a registered professional engineer or land surveyor shows that the flood plain contour elevation does not occur in any area of proposed buildings, structures, improvements, excavation, filling, paving, or other work activity. The person requesting the determination shall provide any other information deemed necessary by the Building Inspector, in consultation with the Director of Division of Public Works to make that determination, ff the Building Inspector, in consultation with the Director of the Divi~on of Public Works, determines that the Floed Insurance Rate Maps are in error, the subject area shall not be regulated as occurring within the Flood Plain District, and any such determination shail be noted on the Hood Insurance Rate Maps. Nothing in this section shall prohibit the Conservation Commission, Board of Health, or other Town officials or Board from making non-zoning determinations of the flood plain or performing their official duties. 4. NOTIFICATION OF WATERCOURSE ALTERATION If a landowner or project proponent proposes to aiter or relocate any watercourse, that person shall notify the following parties and provide evidence of such notification to every town board or official who has jurisdiction over such alteration or relocation prior to or at the time of applying for any approvai that is required to perform such aiteration of relocation: Notify in a fiverine situation, the following of any alteration or relocation of a watercourse: Adjacent Communities Bordering States NHP State Coordinator Massachusetts Off/ce of Water Resources 251 Causeway Street Suite 600-700 Boston, MA 02114-2104 97 NF1P Program Specialist FEMA Region I, Rm. 462 J.W. McCormick Post Office & Courthouse Boston, MA 02109 5. REFERENCE TO EXISTING REGULATIONS ~- The Floodplain District is established as an overlay distri'et to ali other districts. All devdopment in the district, including structural and non-structural activities, whether permitted by right or by spedal permit must be in compliance with Chapter 131, Section 40 of the Massachusetts General Laws and with the following: Section of the Massachusetts State Building Code which addresses Floodplain and coastal high hazard areas (currently 780 CMR 3107.0 "Hood Resistant Construction"); Wetlands Protection Regulations, Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) (currently 310 CMR 10.00); Inland Wetlands Restriction, DEF (currently 302 CMR 6.00); Coastal Wetlands Restriction, DEP (currently 302 CMP, 4.00); Minimum Requirements for the Subsurface Disposal of Sanitary Sewage, DEP (currently 310 CMR 15, Title 5); Any variances from the provisions and requirements of the above referenced state regulations may only be granted in accordance with the required variance procedures of these state regulations. 6. OTHER USE/DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS Within zones AH and AO on the FIRM, adequate drainage paths are required around structures on slopes, to guide floodwaters around and away from proposed structures. b. Within Zones A1-30 and AE, along watercourses that have a regulatory floodway designated on the North Andover FIRM of Flood Boundary & Floodway Map dated June 2, 1993; encroachments are prohibited in the regulatory floodway which would result in any increase in flood levels within the community during the occurrence of the base flood discharge. However, a registered professional engineer may provide proof and certification to the Building Commissioner, in conjunction with the Director of the Division of Public Works, demonstrating that such encroachments shall not increase flood levels during the occurrence of the 100 year flood, and if both the Building Commissioner, in conjunction with the Director of the Division Public Works approve this certification, such encroachments shall not be deemed to be prohibited. c. All subdivision proposals filed in accordance with M.G.L. Chapter 41, Section 81S and 81T [or any revisions to the subdivision control law referencing the submission of prdiminary or definitive subdivision plans], respectively shall be designed so that: such proposals minimize flood damage; all public utilities and facilities are located mid constructed to minimize or eliminate flood damage; and adequate drainage is provided to reduce exposure to flood hazards. Existing contour intervals of site and elevations of existing structures must be included on plan proposal; The applicant shall circulate or transmit one copy of the development plan to the Conservation Commission, Planning Board, Board of Health, Town Engineer, and Building Commissioner for Comments which will be considered by the appropriate permitting board prior to issuing applicable permits. 7. PERMITTED USES The following uses of low flood damage potential and causing no obstruction to flood flows are encouraged provided they are permitted in the underlying district and they do not require structures, fill or storage of materials or equipment: Agricultural uses such as fanning, grazing, truck farming, horticulture, etc. Forestry and nursery uses. Outdoor recreational uses, including fishing, boating, play areas, etc. Conservation of water, plants, wildlife. Wildlife management areas, foot, bicycle, and/or horse paths. g8 Temporary non-residential structures used in connection with fishing, growing, harvesting, storage, or sale of crops raised on the premises. Buildings lawfully existing prior to the adoption of these provisions. 8. DEFINITIONS. The following definitions are taken from the NFIP regulations and the Masaachusetts State Building Code, Section 3107. AREA OF SPECIAL FLOOD HAZZARD is the land in the floodplain within a community subject to a one percent or greater chance of flooding in any given year. The area may be designated as Zone A, AO, AH, A1-30, AE, A99 V1-30, VE, or V. BASE FLOOD means the toed having one percent chance of being equaled or exceeded in any given year. COASTAL HIGH HAZARD AREA means the area subject to high velocity waters, including but not limited to hurricane wave wash or tsunamis. The area is designated on a FIRM as ZONE V, V1-30, and VE. DEVELOPMENT means any manmade change to improved or unimproved real estate, including but not limited to building or other structures, mining, dredging, filling, grading, paving, excavation or drilling operations. DISTRICT means floodplain district. EXISTING MANUFACTURED HOME PARK OR SUBDIVISION means a manufactured home park or subdivision for which the construction of facilities for servicing the lots on which the manufactured homes are to be affixed (including at a minimum, the installation of utilities, the construction of streets, and either final site grading or the pouring of concrete pads) and is completed before the effective date of the floodplain management regulations adopted by a community. EXPANSION TO AN EXISTING MANUFACTURED HOME PARK OR SUBDIVISION means the preparation of additional sites by the construction of facilities for servicing the lots on which the manufactured homes are to be affixed (including the installation of utilities, the construction of streets, and either final site grading or the pouring of concrete pads). FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY (FEMA) means the agency that administers the National Flood Insurance Program. FEMA provides a nationwide flood hazard area mapping study program for communities as wall as regulatory standards for devdopment in the flood hazard areas. FLOOD BOUNDARY AND FLOODWAY MAP means an official map of a community issued by FEMA that depicts, based on detailed analyses, the boundaries of the 100-year and 500-year floods and the 100- year floodway. (For maps done in 1987 and later, the floodway designation is included on the FIRM.) FLOOD HAZAR. D BOUNDARY MAP (FI-IBM) means an official map of a community issued by FEMA where the boundaries of the flood and related erosion areas having special hazards have been designated as Zone A or E. FLOOD INSURANCE RATE MAP (FIRM) means an official map of a community on which FEMA has delineated both the areas of special flood hazard and the risk premium zones applicable to the community. ~OD INSURANCE STUDY (FIS) means an examination, evaluation, and determination of flo~l hazards, and, if appropriate, corresponding water surface elevations, or an examination, evaluation and determination of flood-related erosion hazards. FLOODWAY means the channel of a river or other watercourse and the adjacent land areas that must be reserved in order to discharge the base flood without cumulatively increasing the water surface elevation. LOWEST FLOOR means the lowest floor of the lowest enclosed area (including basement or cellar). An unfinished or flood resistant enclosure, usable solely for parking of vehicles, building access or storage in an area other than a basement area is not considered a building's lowest floor, PROVIDED that such enclosure is not built so as to render the structure in violation of the applicable non-devation design requirements of NFIP Regulations 60.3. MANUFACTURED HOME means a structure, transportable in one or more sections, which is built on a permanent chassis and is designed for use with or without a permanent foundation when connected to the required utilities. For floodplain management purposes the term "manufactured home" also includes park trailers, travel trailers, and other similar vehicles placed on a site for greater than 180 consecutive days. For insurance purposes, the term "manufactured home" does not include park trailers, travel trailers, and other similar vehicles. MANUFACTURED HOME PARK OR SUBDIVISION means a parcel (or contiguous parcels) of land divided into two or more manufactured home lots for rent or sale. 99 100 NEW CONSTRUCTION racans, for floodplain managemcut purposes, structures for which the "start of construction" commenced on or after the effective date of a floodplain management mgalation adopted by a community. For the purpose of determining insurance rates, NEW CONSTRUCTION means structures for which the "start of construction" commenced on or after thc effective date of an initial FiRM or after December 31, 1974, whichever is later. NEW MANUFACTURED HOME PARK OR SUBDIVISION means a manufactured home park or subdivision for which the construction of facilities for se{vicing the lots on which the manufactured homes arc to be affixed (including, at a minimum, thc installation of utilities, the construction of streets, and either final site grading or the pouring of concrete pads) is completed on or after the effective date of the floodplain management regulations adopted by a community. ONE-HUNDRED-YEAR FLOOD - see BASE FLOOD. REGULATORY FLOODWAY - see FLOODWAY SPECIAL FLOOD HAZARD AREA means an area having special flood and/or flood-related erosion hazards, and shown on an FI-IBM or FIRM as Zone A, AO, Al-30, AE, A99, AH, V, V 1-30, VE. START OF CONSTRUCTION includes substantial improvement, and means the date the building permit was issued, provided the actual start of construction, repair, reconstruction, rehabilitation, addition, placement, or other improvement was within 180 days of the permit date. The actual start means either the first placement of permanent construction of a structure on site, such as the pouring of slab or footings, the installation of piles, the construction of columns, or any work beyond the stage of excavations; of the placement of a manufactured home on a foundaton. For a substantial improvement, the actual start of construction means the first alteration of any wall, ceiling, or floor or other structural part of the building, whether or not that alteration affects the external dimensions of the building. STRUCTURE means, for floodplain management purposes, a walled and roofed building, including a gas or liquid storage tank that is principally above ground, as well as a manufactured home. STRUCTURE, for insurance coverage purposes, means a walled and roofed building, other than a gas or liquid storage tank that is principally above ground and affixed to a permanent site, as well as a manufactured home on fonndation. For the latter purpose, the term includes a building while in the course of construction, alteration, or repair, but does not include building materials or supplies intended for use in such construction, alteration, or repair, unless such materials or supplies are within an enclosed building onahe premises. SUBSTANTIAL DAMAGE means damage of any origin sustained by a structure whereby the cost of restoring the structure to its before damaged condition would equal or exceed 50 percent of the market value of the structure before the damage occurred. SUBSTANTIAL IMPROVEMENT means reconstruction, rehabilitation, addition or other improvement of a structure, the cost of which equals or exceeds 50 percent of the market value of the structure before "start of construction" of the improvement. This term includes structures, which have incurred "substantial damage'; regardless of the actual repair work performed. ZONE A means the 100-year floodplain area where the base flood elevation (BFE) has not been determined. To determine the BFE, use the best available federal, state, local, or other data. ZONE Al - A30 and ZONE AE (for new and revised maps) means the 100-year floodplain where the base flood elevation has been determined. ZONE AH and ZONE AO means the 100-year floodplain with flood depths of I to 3 feet. ZONE A99 means areas to be protected from the 100-year flood by federal flood protection system under construction. Base flood elevations have not been determined. ZONES B, C, AND X axe areas identified in the community Flood Insurance Study as areas of moderate or minimal flood hazard. Zone X replaces Zones B and C on new and revised maps. ZONE V means a special flood hazard area along a coast subject to inundation by the 100-year flood with the additional hazards associated with storm waves. Base flood elevations have not been determined. ZONE Vl-30 and ZONE VE (for new and revised maps) means a special flood hazard area along a coast subject to inundation by the 100-year flood with additional hazards due to velocity (wave action). Base flood elevations have been determined. Amend Zoning f4ap Parcels fronting Waverley Road and Route 114 - Assessors f4ap 27 Parcels 16,17,18,19,20,21,23,24,25,and 26. To see if the Town will vote to amend the Zoning Map of thc Town of North Andovcr for the following parcels fronting along Waverley Road and Route 114 (also known as Salem Turnpike) and totaling approximately 5.3 acres. Said parcels consisting of ten residential parcels; ArUc[e 4S. five fronting on Route 114, with street addresses of 21, 29, 35, 41, and 47; and five fronting on Waverly Road with street addresses of 768,782,792, 802 and 814, all parcels as shown on the North Aadover Assessors Map 27; as parcels 16, 17, 18, 19,20, 21, 23, 24, 25, 26. The amendment of the Zoning Map for the aforementioned parcels shall be from the current zoning designation of Residential 4 to be replaced by the zoning district General Business GB. Said parcels as shown below. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED to 'Take No Action on Artid~ 44". Amend the North Andover Zoning By[aw by Adding a New Section - Section 15 Planned Cemmerdal Development District. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED to amend the North Andover Zoning Byla~v by adding a new section, Section 15 Planned Commercial Development District, as follows: SECTION 15 - Planned Commercial Development District 15.1 OBJECTIVES The Planned Commercial Development District is intended: a. to allow considerable flexibility under a special permit in thc development of tracts of land as recommended in the Town of North Andover Master Plan in accordance the goals and objectives in the Master Plan; b. to allow a developer to propose a site development use and pian unique to a particular location; c. to provide under thc special permit process a mechanism for the Planning Board to evaluate the potential impacts of a proposed development; d. to permk a development which is compatible with the character of thc Town and which benefits economic development of the Town; 15.2 PERMITTED USES b. 15.2.1. The following uses are permitted: i. Walk-ln Bank: A free standing building with its own parking lots and excluding drive-through windows. ii. Business and other offices; iii. All uses allowed in the R-4 Zoning District as set forth in Section 4.122 of the Zoning Bylaw; The following uses are allowed only by special permit pursuant to this Section 15 of the Bylaw; PR/NCIPAL USES i. Hotel or Motel (limited to one in each 2,000 linear feet of street or highway as measured along the frontage); ii. Restaurants where the business primarily serves food to bo consumed in within the building excluding "fast food and drive through" establishments; A fast food and drive through establishment is defined as a restaurant characterized by a large carryout clientele; long hours of service [some are open for breakfast, all are open for lunch and dinner, some are open late at night or 24 hours]; and high turnover rates for eat-in customers. iii. Retail uses, provided there is no outdoor storage or sale of materials or products; 15.2.2. ACCESSORY USES v. Eating and drinking establishments within an office building for use principally by those employed within the structure; 101 102 vi. Private parking garages accessory to allowed principal uses; vii. lndoor recreational facilities such as tennis and racquetball courts as an accessory to a hotel or motel for use principally by the guests of the hotel or motd. Public memberships to the recreational facilities are not allowed. viii.No other uses shall be allowed. 15.3 DIMENSIONAL REGULATIONS Residential Dimensional requirements for the R-4 zone shall be as set forth in Summary of Dimensional Requirements (Table I1) Commercial: i. Minimum Lot Size: 150,000 s.f. ii. Height Maximum: 35 feet (a hotel only may be constructed in height to a maximum of (60 feet); iii. Street frontage: 300 feet iv. Front setback: 100 feet with the first 50 feet as a vegetative v. Side setback: 50 feet (except when directly adjacent to a residential use where it is 100 feet with a 50 foot visual buffer) vi. Rear setback: 50 feet (except when directly adjacent to a residential use where it is 100 feet with a 50 foot visual buffer) vii. Floor Area Ratio: 75:1 viii.Lot coverage: maximum of 25% ix. Contiguous Buildable Area: 75% of minimum lot size. 15.4 SPECIAL PERMIT GRANTING AUTHORITY The Planning Board shall be the Special Permit Granting Authority (SPGA) for the issuance of Planned Commercial Development District Special Permits. No structures shall be placed, constructed or modified within the Planned Commercial Development District without first obtaining a special permit from the Planning Board. This Bylaw is intended to be used in conjunction with other regulations adopted by the Town, and other zoning and general bylaws designed to encourage appropriate land use, environmental protection, preservation of the rural character and the provision of adequate infrastructure development in North Andoves 15.4.1 Procedures for Obtaining a Planned Commercial Development District Special Permit ia accordance with Section 15. A. Pre-Application Conference Prior to the submission of an application for a Planned Commercial District Special Permit, the applicant is encouraged to confer with the Town Planner to obtain information and guidance regarding the development of the parcel. After such itdtial consultation with the Town Planner, the applicant may meet before the Planning Board at a public meeting. Such pre-application consultation shall be informal, non-binding, and directed toward: · Reviewing the basic concepts of the proposal; · Reviewing the proposal with regard to the master plan and zoning bylaw; * Explaining the state and local regulations that may apply to the proposal; · Preliminary discussion shall not bind the applicant or the Board; B. Submission of a Planned Commercial Development District Special Permit Application and Plan: 1. Procedures: i. The applicant shall file eight (8) copies of the Planned Commercial Development District Pian, supporting materials, filing and outside engineering review escrow fees, and three (3) copies of the form tiffed "Planned Commercial Devdopment District Special Permit Application" to the Ar'dele 46. Plannir/g Board. The Town Planner shall certify that the plans and materials submitt~ have been time stamped by the Town Clerks Office and meet the submittal requirements. ii. The Planning Board, within sixty-five (65) days from receipt of the plan by the Town C/erk, shall determine whether the proposed project is generally consistent with criteria of the paragraph 15.1 of this Section. The Planning Board will review the plans during a public hearing process and will receive comments from the public, other Town Departments, and the applicant. iii. The applicant must follow the procedures for obtaining a Special Permit as set forth in Section 10.3 of the Zoning Bylaw. iv. If applicable, the applicant must follow the procedures for Site Plan Review under Section 8.3, Site Plan Review. 2. Submission Requirements: The Planned Commercial Development District plan shall include all of the information required under Section 8.3 (5) of the Zoning Bylaw in addition to the following: 3. Minimum requirements: The Plan, at a minimum, shall be subject to the following conditions. The Planning Board shall make a determination that the project meets all of the following criteria: a. The project is consistent with the objectives set forth in Paragraph 15.1. b. The proposed project shall not generate traffic flows that, in the opinion of the Planning Board, am excessive for the project location; further, ingress and egress for traffic flow and traffic circulation within the project are designed properly so that there will be no serious hazard to vehicles or pedestrians. c. Adequate parking facilities are provided for each use and structure in the development. d. Major facilities or functions are designed to be visually compatible with natural, historical and neighborhood characteristics of the site. e. The project does not adversely affect the natural environment to the detriment of community character. f. The project must meet the requirements of Section 8.10, Lot/Slope Requirements. 15.5 RELATIO~ TO SUBDIVISION CONTROL ACT Approval of a Planned Commercial Development District Special Permit hereunder shall not substitute for compliance with the Subdivision Control Act, nor obligate the Planning Board to approve any related definitive plan for subdivision, nor reduce any time period for Board consideration under that law. However in order to facilitate processing, the Planning Board may insofar as practicable under existing law, adopt regulations establishing procedures for submissions of a combined plan and application which shall satisfy this section and the board's regulations under the Subdivision Control Act Amend Zoning Bylaw Section 3.1 Establishment of Distr~cts (Zoning ~stdcts and Boundaries) - Adding PLanned Commercial Development District and Amending Table 1 and Table 2 of the Zoning ByLaw. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED to amend thc North Andover Zoning Bylaw by amending Section 3.1 Establishment of Districts, by adding the term "Planned Commercial Development District" to the list of Districts; and amending Table 1 and Table 2 of the Bylaw to include the uses and dimensional requirements of the Planned Commercial Development District as printed in the warrant with the following amendment: Revise Table I so as to include Art Galleries and Funeral Parlors as allowed uses by Special Permit and existing letters for all these uses should be replaced with SP*. The revised Tables are: 103 104 105 ArUde 47. Amend the North Andover Zoning Map - Parcels on Waverley Road and Turnpike Street. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED to amend the Zoning Map of thc Town of North Andovor for thc following parcels fronting along Waverley Road and Route 114 (also known as Salem Turnpike) and totaling approximately 5.3 acres. Said parcels consisting of ten residential parcels; five fronting on Route 114, with street addresses of Z1, 29, 35, 41 and 47; and five fronting on Waverley R~ad with street addresses of 768, 78~, 792, 802 and 814, all parcels as shown on thc North Andovcr Assessors Map 27; as parcels 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 23, 24, 25, 26. Thc amendment of the Zoning Map for thc aforementioned parcels shall bc from thc current zoning designation of Residential 4 to be placed by the Zoning district Planned Commercial l)evclopmont. Said parcels are shown below. Petition of Alberto Angles and others Voted May 1'/,2004 Article 48. Amend Zoning Map - Office Building 1060 0sgood Street IntersecUon of Route 125 and 133 - Assessors Map 35 Parcel 29 from I2 (Industrial 2) to Business 2 (BZ). UNANIMOUSLY VOTED to amend tho Zoning Map of the Town of North Andover to rezone the two-s~ory office building located at 1060 Osgood Street at thc intersection of Routes 125 and 133 North Andover Assessor's Map 35 Parcel 29 from I2 (Industrial 2) to B2 (Business 2). Petition of Hartin 5. Cohen and others 106 Article ~,g. Voted May 17. 2004 Roadway Acquisitions: - Coachman's Lane, Concord Street, Easy Street, Hightand View Avenue, Morningside Lane and Russett Lane To see if the Town will authorize the Board of Selectmen to acquire by gift, purchase, or eminent domain the following ways: Coachman's Lane (Off Great Pond Road). A way known as Coachman's Lane as shown on a Plan of Land entitled, "Street Acceptance Plan located in North Andover; prepared for Coachman's Lane, scale 1"=50', dated 9/1/03; prepared by Christiansen & Sergi, 160 Summer Street, Haverhill, MA 01830 on file with the Town of North Andover DPW; and to award no damages for said eminent domain taking; or to take any other acfon relative thereto. The roadway is further described as follows: Beginning at a point at the southerly street line of Great Pond Road, thence running along a curve to the left with a radius of 19.25 feet, 30.28 feet to a point of reverse curvature, thence running along a curve to the right with a radius of 263.39 feet, 119.45 feet to a point of tangency, thence running South 04°-02'-00' East, 100.00 feet to a point of curvature, thence running along a curve to the right with a radius of 816.50 feet, 113.29 feet to a point of reverse curvature, thence running along a curve to the left with a radius of 334.60 feet, 101.57 feet to a point of reverse curvature, thence running along a curve to the right with a radius of 551.98 feet, 114.80 feet to a point of tangency, thence running South 01°-33'-30'' East, 162.00 feet to a point of curvature, thence running along a CUrve to the right with a radius of 451.54, 305.39 feet to a point of reverse curvature, thence running along a curve to the left with a radius of 151.53 feet, 256.89 feet to a point of tangency, thence running South 59°-56'-30" East, 210.00 feet to a point of curvature, thence running along a curve to the left with a radius of 303.92 feet, 581.14 feet to a point of compound curvature, thence running along a curve to thc left with a radius of 100.00 feet, 12.22 feet to a point of reverse curvature, thence running along a curve to the right with a radius of 60.00 feet, 282.57 feet to a point of reverse curvature, thence running along a curve to the left with a radius of 25.00 feet, 31.84 feet to a point of reverse curvature, thence running along a curve to the right with a radius of 353.92 feet, 615.89 feet to 107 108 a point of tungency, thence running North 590-56'-30'' West, 210.00 feet to a point of curvature, thence running along a curve to the right with a radius of 201.53 feet, 341.65 feet to a point of reverse curvature, thence running along a curve to the left with a radius of 401.54 feet, 271.57 feet to a point of tangency, thence running North 01°-33'-30'' West, 162.00 feet to a point of curvature, thence running along a curve to the left with a radius of 501.98 feet, 104.40 feet to a point of reverse curvature, thence running along a curve to the right with a radius of 384.60 feet, 116.74 to a:point of reverse curvature, thence running along a curve to the left with a radius of 766.50 feet, 106.35 feet to a point of tangency, thence running North 04°-02'-00'' West, 100.00 feet to a point of curvature, thence running along a curve to the left with a radius of 213.39 feet, 96.77 feet to a point of compound curvature, thence running along a curve to the lcfii with a radius of 20.19 fe~t, 31.24 feet to a point along the southerly street line of Great Pond Road, thence running North 61°-19'-00'' East, 4~.73 feet along the street line of Great Pond Road, thence con6nuing to run along the street line of Great Pond Road, North 59%52' East, 44.31 feet to the point of beginning. Concord Street (Off Osgood Street) A way known as Concord Street as shown on a Plan of Land entitled, "Street Acceptance Plan located in North Andover; prepared for Concord Street, scale 1"=40', dated 9/1/03; prepared by Christiansen & Ser0, 160 Summer Street, Haverhill, MA 01830 on file with the Town of North Andover DPW; and to award no damages for said eminent domain taking, or take any other action relative thereto. The roadway is further described as follows: Beginning at a point at the northerly street line of Osgood Street, said point being 140.47 feet easterly of a Massachusetts Highway Bound with drill hole, thence running North 270-47'-47'' West, 776.05 feet to a point, said point being the southwesterly intersection with Bunker Hill Street, thence running North 62°-12'-13'' East, 40.00 feet to a point, thence running South 270-47'-47'' East, 779.02 feet to a point at the northerly street line of Osgood Street, thence running South 64°-38'-49'' West, 26.84 feet to a point of tangency, thence running South 700-06'-23'' West, 13.31 feet to the point of beginning. Easy Street (Off Abbott Stree0 A way known as Easy Street as shown on a Plan of Land entitled, "Definitive Subdivision Plan of Land, Abbott Meadows, North Andover, MA; prepared for S.B. Homes Inc., 345 Stevens Street North Andover, MA; prepared by Frank C. Gelinas & Associates Inc, 451 Andover Street North Andover, MA, scale 1"=~', dated January 23, 1981, revised June 11, 1981. Said plan recorded with the Essex North District Registry of Deeds as Plan No. 8690. Hi~hland View Avenue (From Chadwick Street to Furber Avenue) A way known as Highland View Avenue as shown on a Plan of Land entitled, "Street Acceptance Plan located in North Andover; prepared for Highland View Avenue, scale 1"=40', dated 9/1/03; prepared by Chrisfiansen & Sergi, [60 Sttmmer Street, Haverhill, MA 01830 on file with the Town of North Andover DPW; and to award no damages for said eminent domain taking, or take any other action relative thereto. The roadway is further described as follows: Beginning at a point at the northerly street line of Furber Avenue, said point being 180.00 feet westerly of Wentworth Avenue, thence running North 85°-26'-58'' West, 50.22 f~et along the street line of Furher Avenue to a point, thence running North 00°-48'-19'' West, 1020.18 feet to a point, said point being located along the southerly street line of Chadwick Street, thence running North 84°-31'-00'' East, 50.17 feet along the street line of Chadwick Street to a point, thence running South 00°-48'-19" g~t, 1028.96 feet to a point, said point being the point of beginning. Morning,de Lane (Off Winter Street) A way known as Moruingside Lane as shown on a Plan of Land entitled, "Street Acceptance Plan located in North Andover; prepared for Morningside Lane and Russett Lane, scale 1,'=60', dated 9/1/03; prepared by Christiansen & Sergi, 160 Summer Street, Haverhill, MA 01830 on file with the Town of North Andover DPW; and to award no damages for said eminent domain taking, or take any other action relative thereto. The roadway is further described as follows: Beginning at a point at the northerly street line of Winter Street, thence running along a curve to the left with a radius of 25.00 feet, 48.95 feet to a point of tangency, thence running North 08°-13'-02'' East, 775.00 feet to a point of curvature, thence running along a curve to the left with a radius of 25.00 feet, 39.27 feet ArticLe 50. to a point of tangcucy, thence running North 08°-13'-02'' East, 45.00 feet to a point of curvature, thence running along a curve to the left with a radius of 25.00 feet, 39.27 feet to a point of tangency, thence running North 08°-13'-02" East, 353.86 feet to a point, thence running South 81°-46'-58'' East, 45.00 feet to a point, thence turning and running South 08°-13'-02" West, 95.00 feet to a point; thence continuing to run South 08°-13'-02" West, 1,164.96 feet to a point of curvature; thence running along a curve to the left with a radius 25.00 feet, 30.27 feet to a point along the str?et line of Winter Street; thence running North 61°- 09'-30" West, 89.33 feet along the street line of Winter Street, thence continuing to run along the street line of Winter Street, North 590-36'-30'' West, 12.98 feet to the point of beginning. Russett Lane (Off Dale Street). A way known as Russett Lane as shown on a Plan of Land entitled, "Street Acceptance Plan located in North Andover; prepared for Morningside Lane and Russett Lane, scale 1"=60', dated 9/1/03; prepared by Christiansen & Sergi, 160 Summer Street, Haverhill, MA 01830 on file with the Town of North Andover DPW; and to award no damages for said eminent domain taking; or take any other action relative thereto. The roadway is further described as follows: Beginning at a point at the northerly street line of Dale Street, at a point of curvature, thence running along a curve to the left with a radius of 25.00 feet, 28.00 feet to a point of tangency, thence running North 04°-55'-30" East, 65.00 feet to a point of curvature, thence running along a curve to the left with a radius of 760.00 feet, 460.38 feet to a point of tangency, thence running North 29°-46'-58'' West, 500.91 feet to a point of curvature, thence running along a curve to the left with a radius of 540.00 feet, 490.09 feet to a point of compound curvature, thence running along a curve to the left with a radius of 25.00 feet, 39.27 feet to a point of tangency with the street line of Morningside Lane, thence turning and running North 08°- 13'-02" East, 95.00 feet along the common street line of Morningside Lane to a point of curvaXure, thence running along a curve to the left with a radius of 25.00 feet, 39.27 feet to a point of reverse curvature, thence framing along a curve to the right with a radius of 585.00 feet, 530.93 feet to a point of tangeacy, thence running South 29°-46'-58'' East, 500.91 feet to a point of curvaXure; thence running along a curve to the right with a radius of 805.00 feet, 487.64 feet to a point of tangency, thence running South 25°-32"- 40" East, 10.81 feet to a point, thence running South 04°-25, West, 49.74 feet to a point along the northerly street line of Dale Street, thence running North 87°-12'-45'' West, 6.66 feet along the street line of Dale Street to a point, thence continuing to run along the street line of Dale Street South 69°-06'-10'' West, 64.86 feet to the point of beginning. Petition of Oepartm ent of Pubtic Works Voted May 17, 2004 Roadway Acceptances: - Foxwood Drive (Off Sa[em Street) and Weytand CircLe (Off Foxwood Drive). VOTED BY MA3ORI1X VOTE to accept as a public ways Foxwood Drive and Weyland Circle as shown on a Plan of Land entitled, "Definitive and Special Permit Plan Foxwood in North Andover, Mass." Owned and Developed by Summer Street Realty Trust 733 Turnpike Street-Suite 209, North Andover, MA 01845, scale 1"=40', May 1993, Revised 12-9-93, prepared by Merrimack Engineering Services, 66 Park Street, Andover, Massachusetts 01810. Said plan recorded with the Essex North District Registry of Deeds as Plan No. 12371. Petition of Department of £ublic Works Voted May 17, 2004 109 Art'ide 51. ArUcte 52. Article 53. Article 54. Roadway Acceptance - Avery Park Drive (formerly Donna Drive). UNANIMOUSLY VOTED to accept as a Public Way: Avery Park Drive (formerly Donna Drive) as shown on a plan entitled, D~finitiv¢ Subdivision Plan of Land in North Andover, MA., prepared for TDJ Development Corp. 40 Lowell Road, Salem, NH 03079, prepared by Andover Consultants, Inc. of Methuen, MA, Plan approved 5/26/92, endorsed 2/6/96 and recorded as Plan g12784 at thc Essex North District Registry of Deeds on 316196. Petition of Domenic 3. Scalfse and others Voted May 17, 2004 Roadway Acceptance Stonewedge Circle (Off Webster Woods Lane. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED to accept as a Public Way: Stonewedge Circle as shown on a plan entitled, Stonewedg¢ Circle North Andover, MA., prepared for Campbell Forest, LLC, 231 Sutton St. Suite 2F North Andover, MA 01845, prepared by Engineering Alliance, Inc. of Sangus, MA. Plan dated 9/28199 and recorded as Plan #13712 at the Essex North District Registry of Deeds on 4/13/00. (Stonewedge Circle is off Webster Woods Lane and was originally part of the Campbell Forest Subdivision) Petition of Domen/c 3. 5calfse and others Voted May 17, 2004 Roadway Acceptance Webster Woods Lane (formerly Joanne Drive). UNANIMOUSLY V01ED to accept as a Public Way: Webster Woods Lane (formerly Jeanne Drive) as shown on a plan entitled, Definitive Subdivision Plan of Land in North Andover, MA., prepared for TDJ Development Corp., 40 Lowell Road Salem NH 03079, prepared by Andovcr Consultants, Inc. of Methu~n, MA. Plan approved 5/26/92, endorsed 2/6/96 and recorded as Plan #12784 at the Essex North District Registry of Deeds on 3/6/96. Petiffon of Oomenic 'l. Scalise and others Voted May 17, 2004 Acceptance of Fee Title and Deeds in ConnecUon with Layout of Pub[it Ways of Webster Woods Lane, Avery Park Drive and Stonewedge Ckc[e. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED to authorize the Board of Selectmen to accept fcc title and confirm the acceplance of deeds to certain lands identified as "Parcel A", "Parcel B" and "Right of Way A", each as shown on a plan entitled, Definitive Subdivision Plan of Land in North Andover, Massachusetts, Scale 1"=200', dated December 4, 1991, Revised March 12, 1992, Owner and Applicant: T.D.J. Development Corp., 40 Lowell Road, Salem, New Hampshire 03079, Engineer and Surveyor: Andover Consultants, Inc., 1 East River Place, Methuen, Massachusetts 01844? which plan is recorded with Essex North District Registry of Deeds as Plan No. 12784, the conveyance of said lands being made in connection with the layout as public ways of Webster Woods Lane, Avery Park Drive and Stonewedge Circle, and as contemplated by the subdivision approval and plans concerning said roadways. Petition of Bdan G. Vaughan and others Voted May 17, 2004 110 Articte 55. Article 56. Roadway Acceptance Country Club Qrcte (off Great Pond Road) as a PubUc Way. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED to accept as a Public Way: Country Club Circle as shown on a Plan entitled, "Definitive Subdivision Plan of Country Club Estates", designed for Marie W. Loughlin of 465 Great Pond Road North Andover, Ma 01845, prepared by Thomas E. Neve Associates, Inc of Tops'field, Ma and recorded with the Essex North District Registry of D~eds as Plan No. 13365. Petition of John 6rasso and others Voted May 17, 2004 Roadway Acceptance - DetucJa Way - off Wavertey Road. To see if thc Town will vote to accept Dducia Way (off Waverley Road) as a public way. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED to "Take No Action" on Article 56. Petiffon of Stephen Smolak and others Upon Motion Made by Rosemary Connelly Smedilc seconded by Keith A. Mitchell a UNANIMOUS VOTE to Dissolve the 2004 Annual Town Meeting was taken on May 17, 2004 at 10:07 P.M. FINANCIAL REPORTS TOWN OF NORTH ANDOVER Executive Summary Revenu..e Status ~]une 30, 2004 ' ANNUAL YEAR TO DATE YEAR TO DATE % BUDGET COLLECTED UNCOLLECTED COLLECTED Properbj Taxes 45,041,536 44,638,538 402,998 99.11% Local Receipts 7,667,348 7,785,005 (117,657) 10].53To Cherry Sheet 8,159,386 8,432,256 (272,870) 103.34% MisceUaneous Revenue 50,000 540,970 (490,970) 0.00% Transfers/Other Sources 2,686,366 2,774,801 (88,435) 103.29% Total. General, Fund 63,604,636 64,~.71,570 (566,~34) 100.89% 112 TOWN OF NORTH ANDOVER REVENUES STATUS 3une 30, 2004 ANNUAL YEAR TO DATE YEAR TO DATE BUDGET COLLECTED UNCOLLECTED COLLECTED Personal Property Tax 804,409 801,547 2,761 99.65% Rea[ Estate Tax 44,237,127 43,607,950 629,177 98.58% Roll Back Tax -- -- -- Tax Title -- 228,941 (228,941) sub-total Taxes 45,041,536 44,638,538 402,998 99.11% Local Receipts f4otor Vehicle Exdse Motor Vehicle Excise sub-total Motor Vehicle 3,577,898 3,5/+9,756 28,142 99.21% 3,577,898 3,5~9,75§ 28,142 99.21% Other Excise Hotel Room Tax -- 7,781 (7,781) Forest Products Tax -- 0 -- Farm Animal Excise 1,000 0 1,000 0.00% 3et Fuel 1,500 9,269 (7,769) 617.95% sub-total Other Excise 2,500 17,050 (14,550) 682.01% Pena[ties& Interest Penalty/Int. on Prop. Tax Penalty/Int. on Tax Title Over/Under Lien Certificates Treasurer Demand Fee sub-totaL Penalties & Interest Payment in Lieu Payment in Ueu of Taxes sub-total Payments in Lieu Refuse NESWC SoUd Waste Fees sub-total Refuse 103,000 127,027 (24,027) 123.33% 130,000 99,994 30,006 76.92% -- 317 (317) 60,000 47,160 12,840 78.60% 1,200 1,225 (25) 102.08% 294,200 275,723 18,477 93.72% 29,900 30,213 (313) 101.05% 29,900 30,213 (313) 101.O5% 1,177,975 1,156,050 21,925 98.14% 1,177,975 1,156,050 21,~)25 98.14% 113 ANNUAL YEAR TO DATE YEAR TO DATE % BUDGET COLLECTED UNCOLLECTED COLLECTED Other Cha~es Ambulance Transport Ambulance Service sub-totaL Other Charges 609,500 609,500 55g,77~' 55g,772 49,728 49,728 ~ees CLerk AppUcation Fees Cable Fees Dog Fees Town CLerk Fees Clerk Violation Fees Conservation Fees PLanning Board Filing Fees PoUce Fees Building inspection Fees PLumbing Inspection Fees Electrical Inspection Fees Host Community Fee RecycLing Fees Weights & Measures Health Department Fees sub-totaL Fees 4,200 17,050 22,000 1,000 36,000 2,500 501,650 56,567 82,384 57,250 4,000 7,875 792,476 507 16,540 22,8§1 5,700 1,749 19,689 3,027 766,396 80,235 110,957 39,068 1,711 28,334 1,096,804 (SOT) 4,200 510 (891) (5,700) (749) 16,311 (527) (264,746) (23,668) (28,573) 18,183 2,289 (20,459) (304,328) Rentals School Dept. Rentals sub-totaL Rentals 20,500 20,500 17,575 17,575 2,925 2,925 School Revenue Medicare Reimbursement School Dept. MisceLlaneous sub-totaL School Revenue 60,000 60,000 42,614 58,296 100,910 17,386 (58,296) (40,910) Libraw Revenue Ubrary Fines sub-total Revenue 7,200 7,200 8,939 8,939 (1,739) (1,739) 114 91.84% 91.84% 0.00% 97.01% 104.05% 174.92% 54.69% 121.08% 152.78% 141.84% 134.68% 68.24% 42.78% 359.79% 138.40% 85.73% 85.73% 71.02% 168.18% 124.16% 124.16% ANNUAL YEAR TO DATE YEAR TO DATE BUDGET COLLECTED UNCOLLECTED COLLECTED Recreation Bathing Beach Receipts sub-total Recreation 47,000 47,000 26,566 26;'~66 20,434 20,434 56.52% 56.52% Other Receiots Misc. Dept. Revenue Youth Services Revenue Assessor Dept. Revenue Appeals Board Receipts Police 10% Admin. Fee Police Misc. Revenue Fire Alarm Box Permit Fees Cell Tower Lease OPW Misc. Receipts Civil Defense Misc. Revenue Veterans Benefits Receipts sub-total Other Receipts 8,000 50O 3,000 22,000 5OO 10,000 27,600 2,000 12,519 86,119 7,567 3,278 2,868 26,482 316 20,200 46,484 400 6,985 114,581 (7,567) 8,000 (2,778) 132 (4,482) 184 (10,200) (18,884) (400) (4,985) 12,519 (28,462) 0.00% 655.60% 95.61% 120.37% 63.20% 202.00% 168.42% 349.26% 0.00% 133.05% License~/Permits Liquor License Other Akohol License Passport Food License Miscellaneous Licenses License to Carry Firearms Fire Permits Health Permits Gas Permits Fishing & BoaUng License sub-total Licenses/Permits 66,800 3,780 2,300 1,000 40,000 15,500 15,000 1,000 145,380 68,600 4,110 10,710 1,850 8,800 6,408 40,591 7,375 19,265 2,865 170,573 (1,8oo) (330) (10,710) 450 (8,800) (5,408) (591) 8,125 (4,265) (1,865) (z5,193) 102.69% 108.73% 80.43% 640.75% 101.48% 47.58% 128.43% 286.50% 117.33% 115 ANNUAL YEAR TO DATE YEAR TO DATE BUDGET COLLECTED UNCOLLECTED COLLECTED Fines & Forfeits Parking Hnes 12,700 8,510 4,190 67.01% Court Fines 109,000 81,73~- 27,269 74.98% FaLse ALarm F~ne 5,000 1,050 3,250 21.00% sub-total Fines & Forfiets 126,700 91,291 35,409 72.05% Investment Income Interest--Genera[ 300,000 415,705 (115.705) 138.57% sub-totaL Investment Income 300,000 415.705 (115,705) 138.57% Misc. Non-Recurring RecycUng Incentive -- 2,824 (2,824) General -- -- -- Fire Reimb. -- -- -- Misc. Non-Recurring -- 21,192 (21,192) Interest on Bond Premium -- -- -- Special Ed Circuit Breaker Aid 390,000 129,481 260,519 Surplus Lottery Aid -- -- -- sub-total Investment Income 390,000 153,497 236,503 Sub-total Local Receipts 7,667,348 7,785,005 (117,657) 101.53% Cherry Sheet Loss of Tax Vets/BUnd/ Widow 34,949 36,901 (1,952) 105.59% Loss of Tax E[der~v 32,132 38,654 (6,522) 120.30% Veterans Benefits 29,087 38,541 (9,454) 132.50% Po[ice Career Incentive 148,825 146,357 2,468 98.34% Local Aid Add. Assistance 120,549 120,549 -- 100.00% Lottery Aid 1,635,892 1,635,892 -- 100.00% Highway Fund Ch. 81 -- -- -- Extended PoLling Hours -- 1,824 (1,824) State Owned Land 144,559 144,559 -- 100.00% Surplus Lottery Aid -- -- -- Chapter 70 Aid 3,911,440 3,911,440 -- 100.00% Tuition of State Wards 3,035 -- 3,035 0.00% 116 ANNUAL YEAR TO DATE YEAR TO DATE BUDGET COLLECTED UNCOLLECTED COLLECTED School Building Assistance Trans Pupils Ch 7! Charter School Other Town State Aid sub-total State Aid MisceUaneous Revenue Trash Fee Stablization Fund Free Cash Bond Premium Sale of Fixed Assets Prior Year Refunds Insurance Reimbursements sub-total Misc. revenue Transfers/Other Sources Transfer from Stabilization Fund Transfer from Capita[ Proj. Transfer from Free Cash . Transfers from Police Grant Whee[ebrator- HeaRh Oept Whee[ebrator - Trash Truck Regulations Whee[ebrator Public Health Whee{ebrator - Public Safety Transfers from Sewer Transfers from Water Enterprise Transfers from Stevens Est. Enterprise Transfer from Spec. Revenue Free Cash Surplus Overlay sub-total other sources TOTAL GENERAL 2,098,918 8,159,386 50.000 50,000 50,000 15,000 10,000 42,500 25,000 198,500 437,000 91,900 89,080 1,427,386 300,000 2,686,366 63,604,636 2,098,918 255,458 8,432,256 50,000 490,970 540,970 81,292 15,000 10,000 42,500 25,000 198,500 437,000 91,900 146,223 1,427,386 300,000 2,774,801 64,171,570 (255,458) (3,163) (272,870) (490,970) (490,970) (31,292) (57,143) (88,435) (566,934) 100.00% 103.34% 162.58% 100.00% 100.00% 100.00% 100.00% 100.00% 100.00% 100.00% 103.29% 100.89% 117 Town of North Andover Executive Summary Budget Status 3une 30, 2004 YEAR TO DATE AD3USTED EXPENDED and CURRENT BUDGET ENCUMBERED BALANCE %SPENT GENERAL TOWN MODERATOR 150 150 0 100.00% MANAGER 232,484 232,208 276 99.88% ASST TOWN MANAGER/HR 88,927 88,514 413 99.54% DIR. FINANCE & ADMIN. 80,571 71,095 g,477 88.24% TOWN ACCOUNTANT 152,846 145,0~5 7,832 94.88% OUTSIDE AUD~ING 55,000 55,000 0 100.00% ASSESSING 352,517 334,175 18,341 94.80% TREASURER/COLLECTOR 253,585 241,709 11,876 95.32% FINANCE COMMITrEE 1~,500 11,500 0 100.00% LAW 204,606 204,582 25 99.99% MUNICIPAL INFORMA~ON SYST. 212,695 2~2,426 269 99.87% TOWN CLERK 246,124 245,860 264 99.89% COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 225,787 210,188 15,599 93.09% PLANNING BOARD 56,331 49,508 6,823 87.89°,'0 APPEALS BOARD - 19,241 19,234 6 99.97% CONSERVATION COMMISSION 81,951 78,867 3,084 96.24% M/V PLANNING 0 0 0 PUBLIC SAFETY POLICE FIRE INSPECTION SERVICES EMERGENCY MGMT. WEIGHTS & MEASURES ANIMAL CONTROL EDUCATION SCHOOL DEPARTMENT REGIONAL SCHOOLS SCHOOL BUILDING COMM. 2,274,316 2,200,030 74,286 96.73% 3,401,984 3,398,281 3,703 3,644,674 3,604,460 40,214 225,479 222,120 3,359 15,703 15,613 90 0 0 0 0 0 0 99.89% 98.90% 98.51% 99.43% 7,287,840 7,240,473 47,367 99.35% 30,173,053 30,164,333 8,720 99.97% 86,390 86,390 0 100.00%o 26,941 26,901 40 99.85% 30,286,384 30,277,623 8,761 99.97% YEAR TO DATE AD,1 USTED EXPENDED and CURRENT BUDGET ENCUMBERED BALANCE % SPENT PUBLIC WORKS ADMINISTRATION STREET & SIDEWALKS SNOW & ICE SOLID WASTE/RECYCLING STRUCTURES & GROUNDS FLEET MANAGEMENT HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES ELDER SERVICES YOUTH SERVICES HEALTH VETERANS CULTURE & RECREATION STEVENS LIBRARY RECREATION FESTIVALS COMMITrEE DEBT SERVICE STATE CHARGES EMPLOYEE BENEFITS LtABILITY INSURANCE CAPI'TAL & RESERVES TOTAL GENERAL FUND 280,635 :280,635 0 100,00% 533,559 523,320 10,239 98,080/0 554,940 581,465 (26,524) 104,78% 2,012,305 2,012,305 0 100.00% 439,947 439,947 0 100,00% 224,193 222,505 1,688 99.25% 4,045,579 4,060,177 (14,597) 100.36% 185,754 184,607 1,146 99.38% 205,392 176,686 28,705 86.02% 186,274 165,818 20,456 89~02"/o 115,287 114,655 632 99.45% 692,707 641,768 50,940 92.65% 644,382 636,628 7,754 28.80% 11,355 11,355 0 100.00% 0 0 0 655,737 647,983 7,754 98.82% 8,524,971 8,524,970 1 100.00% 1,050,826 1,050,826 0 100.00% 7,963,070 7,956,723 6,346 99.92% 296,893 294,299 2,594 99.13% 40,000 40,000 0 100.00% 17;875,760 17,866,818 8,942 99.95% 63,118,323 62,934,872 183,451 99.71% 119 120 122 123 124 125 0 0 126 "127 128 TOWN OF NORTH ANDOVER Water Year to Date Operating Results As of 3une 30, 2004 Annual Budget ATM Adjusted Y-T-D Balance % Budget Adjustments Adjustments Budget Expended Cell/Spent Interest~Pena[Ues 18,000 -- -- 18,000 16,162 1,838 89.8% User Charges 4,154,71g -- (677,719) 3,477,000 3,109,275 367,725 89.4% Water Hookups 200,000 -- (70,000) 130,000 120,800 g,200 92.9% Other Fees 143,000 -- 157,000 300,000 467,506 (167,506) Total Revenues 4,515,719 -- (590,719) 3,925,000 3,713,742 211,258 94.6% Sala~ 661,613 14,414 12,194 688,221 688,221 -- 100.0% Expenses 1,002,275 (14,415) (80,321) 907,539 825,409 82,130 gl.O% Debt 2,664,831 1 (32,895) 2,631,937 2,631,937 -- 100.0% Interfund Transfers 437,000 -- -- 437,000 437,000 -- 1.00.0% Total Expenses 4,765,719 0 (101,022) 4,664,697 4,582,567 82,130 98.2% Net Y-T-D Operating (250,000) (489,697) (739,697) (868,824) Beglnntng Fund Balance Ending' Fund Balance 1,129,128 1,129,128 389,431 260,304 Town Meeting appropriated $739,697 from fund reserve balance 129 TOWN OF NORTH ANDOVER Sewer Year to Date Operating Results As of 3une 30, 2004 Annual Budget ATIVl Adjusted Y-T-D % Balance Budget Adjustments Adjustments Budget Expended CoU/Spent Interest/Penalties 9,500 -- 9,500 10,026 (526) 105.5% User Charges 3,508,877 (648,377) 2,860,500 2,798,176 62,324 97.8% Hookup tees 100,000 100,000 144,811 (44,811) 144.8% Other Fees 200,047 (10,047) 190,000 246,356 (56,356) 129J% Total. Revenues 3,81B,424 -- 658,424) 3,160,000 3,199,369 (39,369) 101.2% Salary 267,588 (10,894) 3,153 259,847 244,084 15,763 93.9% Expenses 190,450 30 5,850 196,330 184,143 12,187 93.8% Sewer Assessment 1,446,804 -- (484,919) 961,885 961,885 -- 100.0% Settlement 56,000 -- 56,000 56,000 -- 100.0% Debt 1,759,082 196 (34,218) 1,725,060 1,725,060 -- 100.0% [nterfund Transfers 198,500, -- 198,500 198,500 -- 100.0% Transfer to CIP 26,000 -- -- 26,000 26,000 -- 100.0% Tota[ Expenses 3,944,424 (10,669) (510,134) 3,423,621 3,395,671 27,950 99.2% Net Y-T-D Operating (126,000) 10,669 (148,290) Beginning Fund 8atance Ending Fund Balance 1263,621) (196,302) 1,293,811 1,293,811 1,030,190 1,097,509 Town Meeting appropriated $248,290 from fund reserve balance 130 TOWN OF NORTH ANDOVER Stevens Estate at Osgood Hi[[ Year to Date Operating Results As of 3une 30, 2004 Annual Budget ATM -* Adjusted Y-T-D Budget Adjustments Adjustments Budget Expended Balance Col~Spent User Charges 678,900 -- (258,900) 420,000 450,656 (30,656) Other Revenue .... 4,700 (4,700) Total Revenues 678,900 (258,900) 420,000 455,356 (35,356) 107.3% 108.4% Sal. a~ 234,015 13,170 (~88,222) 158,963 158,963 -- 67.9% Expenses 417,662 15,830 (168,130) 265,362 265,208 154 63.5% Debt .... Capita[ Outlay ...... Interfund Transfers 91,900 -- -- 91,900 91,900 -- ~00.0% Tota[Expenses 743,577 29,000 (256,352) 516,225 516,071 154 69.4% Net Y-T-D Operating (641677) (2,548) (96,225) (60,715) Beginning Fund Balance Ending Fund Balance 177,405 177,405 81,180 116,690 131 SCHOOL ENROLLHENT ON OCTOBER 1 Grade 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 Kindergarten (haft day) 206 228 311 -- 274 288 327 Kindergarten (full day) 95 64 21 19 I 328 330 323 337 357 332 2 343 326 329 351 328 355 3 34/+ 337 357 348 362 352 4 340 359 349 365 356 365 5 357 359 361 354 361 367 Tntegrated Pre School 90 71 68 86 80 75 Total Kind. and Eiem. 2103 2074 2098 2136 2151 2173 6 366 387 353 362 378 357 7 392 352 372 376 364 343 8 364 365 382 365 340 3Z3 Total Middle School 1122 1104 1107 1103 1082 1023 9 355 340 312 273 260 293 10 342 320 275 256 296 261 11 313 272 262 276 258 225 12 268 248 266 247 227 215 ~3 1 Total High School 1278 1181 1115 1052 1041 994 Tota[EnroUment 4511 4359 4320 4291 4274 4190 Age of Admittance Children entering kindergarten must be five years of age on or before August 31 of the entrance year. Children entering thc first grade must be six years of age on or before August 31 of the entrance year. Any request for an exception to the established entrance age for first grade must be submitted to thc School Committee for consider- ation prioir to April 30. No School Announcements Radio broadcasts: Stations WCCM, WBZ, and WRKO TV: Channels 4, 5, and T, and local channel 98 132 TOWN OF NORTH ANDOVER, MASSACHUSETTS INDEPENDENT AUDITORS' REPORT ON BASIC FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND REQUIRED SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2004 Independent Auditors' Report To the Honorable Board of Selectmen Town of North Andover, Massachusetts We have audited the accompanying financial statements of the governmental activities, the business-type activities, each major fund, and the aggregate remaining fund informalion of the Town of North Andover, Massachusetts, as of and for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2004, which collectively comprise the Town's basic financial statements as listed in the table of contents. These financial statements are the responsibility of the Town of North Andover, Massachusetts' management Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements based on our audit We conducted our audit in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States ot America and the standards applicable to financial audits contained in GovernraentAuditing Standards, issued by the Comptroller General of the United States. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement. An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. An audit also includes assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. We believe that our audit provides a reasonable basis for our opinions. In our opinion, the financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the respective financial position of the governmental activities, the business-type activities, each major fund, and the aggregate remaining fund information of the Town of North Andover, Massachusetts, as of June 30, 2004, and the respective changes in financial position and cash flows, where applicable, thereof and the budgetary comparison for the general fund for the year then ended in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. The management's discussion and analysis (located on pages 4 through 13), are not a required part of the basic financial statements but are supplementary information required by accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. We have applied certain limited procedures, Which consisted principally of inquiries of management regarding the methods of measurement and presentation of the supplementary information. However, we did not audit the information and express no opinion on it. Our audit was conducted for the purpo6e of forming an opinion on the basic financial statements taken as a whole. The additional information on pages 57 through 59 is presented for purposes of additional analysis and is not a required part of the basic financial statements. Such information has been subjected to the auditing procedures applied in the audit of the basic financial statements and, in our opinion, is fairly stated in all material respects in relation to the basic financial statements taken as a whole. In accordance with Government Auditing Standards, we have also issued our report dated October 27, 2004, on our consideration of the Town of North Andover, Massachusetts' in~! control over financial reporting and our tests of its compliance with certain provisiom of laws, regulations, contracts and grants. That report is an integral part of an audit performed ~n accordance with Government Audiff. ng Standards and should be read in conjunction with this report in considering the results of our audit. Octaber 27, 2~]04 GOVER/q!~EIqTAL I~LINDS BALANCE SHEET JUNE 30, 2004 ASSETS General Community Stabilization Preservation Cash and shot t-tem~ investments ......................................................... $ 8,147,5S9 Receivables, net o{ allowance for uncollectible amounts: Real estate and personal property taxes ............................................. 393,601 Tax and utility liens ..................................................................... 1,068,245 Motor vehicle and other excise taxes ................................................ 201,418 Community preseawation surcharges ................................................ Departmental and other ............................................................... 188,612 Intergovernmental ........................................................................ 16,648,471 Other assets .................................................................................... 146 Tax foreclosures .............................................................................. 216,078 Investment in joint venture .................................................................. 957,944 Restricted assets: Cash and short-term investments ................................................... $ 319,631 $ 2,108,855 7,836 1,021,824 TOTAL ASSETS .............................................................................. $ 27,822,074 $ 319,63t$ 3,138,51~5 LIABILITIES AND FUND BALANCES LIABILITIES: Warrants payable ........................................................................ $ 1,171,595 Accrued payroll ........................................................................... 1,880,117 Tax refunds payable ..................................................................... 156,095 Other liabilities ........................................................................... 83,398 Liabilities due depositors ............. : ................................................. 51,334 Deferred revenue ........................................................................ 18,385,462 Accrued short-term interest ............................................................ 468,875 Short-term notes payable ............................................................... TOTAL LIABILITIES ........................................................................ 22,196,876 $ $ 1,029,658 1,921,083 2,950,741 FUND BALANCES: Reserved for: Encumbrances and cont'muing appropriations .............................. 149,346 Perpetual permanent funds ...................................................... Other specific purposes ............................................................ Unreserved: Designated for subsequent year~s expenditures .............................. 1,690,381 Designated for Investment in joint venture .................................... 957,944 Undesignated, reported in: General fund ..................................................................... 2,827,527 Spedal revenue funds ......................................................... Capital projects funds ......................................................... Permanent funds ............................................................... 319,631 187,774 TO~AL FUND BALANCES ............................................................... 5,625,198 319,631 187,774 TOTAL LIABILITIES AND FUND BALANCES ....................................... $ 27,822,074 $ 319,631 $ 3,138,51~ See notes to basic financial statements. Town of North Andover, Massachusetts Basic Financial Statements School Nonmajor Total Construction Governmental Governmental Project Funds Funds $ $ 4,101,049 $ 14,677,094 49,3?3 161,458 393,601 1,068,245 201,418 7,836 237,985 17,831,753 146 216,078 957,944 5,764,466 3,659,261 9,423,727 $ 5,764,466 $ 7,971,141 $ 45,015,827 $ 1,857,413 $ 814,886 $ 39,612,128 2,110050 41~69Z41 2,924,936 69,542,094 3,843,894 1,880,117 156,095 83398 51,334 19,415,120 468,875 43,643,261 (35,705,075) 149,346 26,908 26,908 457,211 457,211 1,690,381 957,944 2,827,527 3,078,844 3,586,249 1,126,020 (34,579,055) 357,222 357,222 (35,705,07S) 5,046,205 .. (24,526,267) $ 5,764,466 $ 7,971,141 $ 45,015,827 Town of North Andover, Massachusetts Basic Financial Statements GOVERNMENTAL FUNDS STATEMENT OF REVENUES, EXPENDITURES AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCES FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2004 Commanity General Stabilization Pr eservation REVENUES Real estate and personal property taxes ...................................................... $ 44,597,907 $ Motor vehicle and other exdse taxes ............................................................ 3,549,757 Tax and utility liens ................................................................................. 228,941 Payments in lieu of tax~ ........................................................................... 1,Z30,26~ Community preservation sur~ ............................................................ Charses for services ................................................................................. 662,256 Intergovernmental ................................................................................. 11,605,472 Penalties and interest on taxes .................................................................. 227,021 Licenses, permits and fees ........................................................................ 1,393,472 Fines and forfeitures ................................................................................. 100,230 Departmental .......................................................................................... 159,497 Con~ibufions .......................................................................................... hwestment incom~ ................................................................................. 370,720 TOTAL REVENUES ........................................................................ 64,161,.536 EXPF. NDITUR£S Current;, Gene. rid government ........................................................................... 2,150,986 Public sa[ety ....................................................................................... 7,318,587 Education .......................................................................................... 30,45~,T13 Public works .................................................................................... 4,00'1,013 H~alth and human se'~ic~ .................................................................. 641,460 Culture and recrealion ........................................................................ 644272 Pension ber~efits ................................................................................. 4.,822,4~1 Employee benefits ....................... : ...................................................... 6,2.7~,190 Property and liability insurance ............................................................ Z)5,993 . State and county charges ........................................................................... 930,8~ Debt service: Prindp~ .......................................................................................... Interest ............................................................................................. TOTAL EXPENDITURES ............................................................... EXCESS (DEFICIENCY) OF OVER EXPENDrruRES ........................................................................... (t,941,073) OTHER FINANCING SOURCES (USES) Transfers in ............................................................................................. Proceeds of bonds and notes ..................................................................... Premium from issuance of bonds and notes ................................................... 389,070 Proceeds of refunding bonds ..................................................................... Premium from issuance of refunding bonds ................................................ Transfers out .......................................................................................... (40,000) Payments to refunding bond escrow agent ................................................... TOTAL OTHER FIIqANCING SOURCES ~) ................................. 1,B96.4~5 NET CHANGE IN FUND BALANCES ............................................................ (544,588) };LIND BALANCT~ AT BEGINNING OF YEAR ................................................ 6,169,786 L018,704 886,192 3,6OO 45,O87 3,600 L9~9,9~ 660,673 5,3~7,635 3,184,401 70,007 66,102,609 731,118 3/0OO 1.218,865 3,600 1,226,090 3~6~3~ 0~s2~6) FUND BALANCES AT END OF YEAR ............................................................ $ 5,625,198 $ 319,631 $ 187,774 See notes to basic financial statements. Town of North Andover, Massachusetts Basic Financial Statements School Nonmajor Total Construction Governmental Governmental Pro}eot Funds F~Lmds $ 44~97,9~7 $,54%757 228,941 80,550 1,316,813 1,018,704 2,801,54~ 3,463,804 2,724,687 15,216,351 227,021 739,226 2,132,698 100,230 292,215 481,712 35,746 455,153 6,982,315 73,097,434 18,092,3,0 Z077,668 1,276,Ca,2 3,261,530 1,629,730 324,502 715,567 4,229,092 8,594,629 51,812,586 5,630,743 965,962 2,020,512 4,822,461 6,276,190 295,993 930,898 18,092,343 9,285,039 94,211,109 (18,092,343) (2,302,724) (21,113,675) 433~993 4..336,993 (13,755,350) (21,949,725) (35,705,075) $ 59,993 1,107408 3,871,007 8,208,000 490,970 5,464,562 5,464,562 200,505 200,.~5 (340,008) (474,683) (5,s93.o63) (5,593,065) 3,662,996 9,403,699 1,360,272 01,709,976) 3,685,933 02,816,291) $,0~,205 $ t24,52~,267~ Town of North Andover, Massachusetts Basic Financial Statements STATEMENT OF REVENUES. EXPENDITUR~ AND (3-1ANGES IN FUND BALANCE BUDGET AND ACTUAL Variance Positive/ (Ne3aave) Oa~nal F~ Bud[et ,, Budget Actual REVI~NUES Real estate and personal property taxes ................................. $ 44,613,650 $ 44,613,650 $ 44,547,979 $ (65,671) Motor vehlde and other excise ta:~es ....................................... 3,580,398 3,580,398 3,549,757 00,641) Tax and utility liens ............................................................ 228,941 228,941 Payments in lieu of taxes ...................................................... 1,207,875 1,207,875 1,236,263 28.388 Charges for services ............................................................ 609,500 609,500 577,347 (32,153) Intergovernmental ............................................................ 8,159,386 8,159,386 8,322.533 163,147 Penalties and interest on taxes ............................................. 294,200 294,200 227,021 (67,179) Licenses, permits and fees ................................................... 1396,356 1,398,356 1,393,472 (4,884) Fines and forfeitures ............................................................ 126,700 126,700 100,230 (26A70) Departmental ..................................................................... 200,319 200,319 189A97 (103221 Investment income ............................................................ 300,000 300,000 370,720 70,720 60,490,384 60,490,384 60,743,7~ 253,376 EXPENDITURES General government ...................................................... 2.304,118 2,227,794 2,150,986 76,808 Public safety .................................................................. 7~09,110 7,392,467 7,233,678 158,789 Education ..................................................................... 130,272,929 30,522,929 30,458,713 64,216 Public works .................................................................. 3,913,195 4,118,800 4,062A40 56,360 Heal~ and human services ............................................. 656,721 691,013 641,460 49,553 Culture and recreation ................................................... 652,913 658,524 644,272 14,252 Pension benefits ............................................................ 1,693,461 1,693,461 1,693,461 Employee benefits ......................................................... 6,490,665 6,245,665 6,276,190 (30,525) Property and liability insurance..; .................................... 329,828 329,828 295,993 33,835 State and county charges ...................................................... 1.046,939 1,046,939 930,898 116,041 Debt service: Pr~ipal ..................................................................... 536zt,825 5,377,635 5,377,635 Interest ........................................................................ 3.228,607 3,147,335 3,147,335 TOTAL EXPENDITURES ............................................. 63,263,311 63,452.390 62.913,061 539,.329 EXCESS (DEFICIENCY) OF REVENUES OVER EXPENDITURES ...................................................... {2,772,927) (2,962,006) (2,169,301) 792,705 OTHER FINANCING SOURCES (USES} Transfers in ........................................................................ 869,900 958,980 1,047,415 88,435 Premium from issuance of bonds and notes .............................. 389,070 389,070 Transfers out ..................................................................... (40,000) (40,000) (40,000) TOTAL OTHER FINANCING SOURCES (USES) ............ 829,900 918,980 1,396,485 477,505 NET CHANGE 1N FUND BALANCE .......................................... (1,943,027) (2,D43,026) (772,S16) 1,270,210 FLrlqD BALANCE AT BEGINNING OF YEAR .............................. 5,734,078 5,734,078 5,734,078 FUND BALANCE AT END OF YEAR .......................................... $ 3,791,051 $ 3,691,052 $ 4,961,262 $ 1.270,210 See notes to basic financial statements. Town of JVorth Andover, Massachusetts Basic FinanciaJ 5tatements STATEMENT OF FUND NET ASSETS ASSETS Current ase~s: Cash and shore-term inve$imen~ ............................................. $ Restricted c~$h and ~hort-~erm inve$~nen~ .............................. Receivables, net of allowance for uncollectible amounts: User charges .................................................................. Utility liens ..................................................................... Special assessments ......................................................... Intergovernmental ......................................................... Working capital depo~i t ......................................................... Business-T)rfm Activities - Enterprise Funds Water Sewer Osgood Hill Total 97,360 $ 1,369,749 $ 306,521 $ 1,7~5,630 $ 1,073,828 Z685,822 3,759,650 865,020 7/2,280 110,868 37,774 148,642 7,004 152,497 159~01 51~';~ 51,5~ AetivPde$. Intsvaal Service Funds 342,524 Total current assets ...................................................... 2,15i,0~0 5069,694 308,521 7,.%32~95 i15,554 Receivables, net of allowance ~r uncollectible amounts: Intergovernmental ......................................................... Capital as~ts not being depreciated ....................................... Capital assets, net of accumulated depredation ........................ 1,280,359 1,280,359 152,387 2,765,741 4,089,086 7,(107,214 21,226,544 19,381,92~ 1,357,175 41,915,642 Total noncurrent assets ................................................ 21,378,931 23,378,023 5346,261 50203,215 Total assets ...................................................... 23533,011 2B,447,7i7 5,754,782 57,735,510 415,554 LIABILITIES Curr~nt liabilities: Warfares payable ............................................................... Accrued interest .................................................................. Accrued health claims payable ................................................ Court udgments ................................... ', .............................. Short-term notes payable ...................................................... Long-term bonds and notes payable ....................................... 84,068 260,984 11,220 356,2~2 34~,536 166,416 ~Z805 399,221 913,514 56,0~0 56,000 510,(~0 346,739 856,739 1,692,839 1,204,776 2,897,615 2,453,39.3 2,101,304 11,220 4,565,847 !,2&1,050 3~6,000 036,000 11,517,333 16,308,436 27,825,769 Total current liabilities ................................................ Noncurrent liabilities: C~ri ~ud~n~nts .................................................................. Long-term bonds and notes payable ....................................... Total noncurrent liabilities .......................................... 11~17,333 16,644,436 28,161,769 Total liabilities ................................................... 13,970,656 18,745,740 11,220 32,727,616 1,254,080 FUND NEI' ASSETS Invested in capital assets, net of related debt***: ......................... 7,658,759 5,569,644 5A46,261 18,674,664 Unrestricted ........................................................................ 1,903,,596 4,132,333 297,301 6,333,230 (838,496} Total net assets .................................................................. $~9'562'355 $~9,701,977 $ 5,743,562, $~Z5,007,894 $~ PROPRIETARY FUNDS 5'TA~ OF R~ES, EXPENSES AND (2-IANGES IN FUND NET A~ETS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2004 OPERATING R~S Om'ges for servic~ .................................................................. $ Uti]iF liens .............................................................................. Special a~e~ments ..................................................................... Penalties and interest .................................................................. Employer con~ibuti~ ............................................................... I~mp[oyee contributiom ............................................................... TOTAL OPERATING REVENUES ............................................. Bosin~s-T),pe Activities - Enterprise Funds Water ~ewo' Hill Total 3,722,504 $ 3,252,209 $ 465~570 $ 7,430,~3 $ 107,973 138,682 246,655 6,049 81,742 87,791 16,~.62 21,9~3 38,065 Govenunental Internal Service 3,852,688 3,494,536 455,570 7,$ff2,794 6174~,797 OP1]RATING EXPF~/SES Co~t of service and administration ................................................ 1,415,513 385,597 381.906 2,183.016 GLSD assessment ........................................................................ 961,885 961,885 Repairs and maiv/enance ............................................................ 8~,5~6 10~,!.31 4Z,2.64 23~,9G1 Depreciation .............................................................................. 52/,199 77~,108 59,603 1,353,910 Employee benefits ..................................................................... TOTAL OPERATING EXPENSES ............................................. 2,025,218 2.228.721 483.773 4,737.712 6,884,970 OPERATING INCOME (LO~) ................................................ 1,827,470 1,265,815 (28,2~3) 3,065,082 (139,173) NONOPERATING REVENUES ~XPENSI~) Intergovernmental ..................................................................... 1,65.L782 1.65~782 Inve~raent income ..................................................................... 859 859 5.791 Inter~st expense ........................................................................ (669,843) (829,9551 0,499,798) TOTAL NONOPERATING REVENUES (E)~E/~), NET ............ (669,843) 825,686 155,843 5.791 rNCOM~ (LOSS} ~ORE TRANSFERS Transfer~ in .............................................................................. 94,675 94,675 Trm-~r~ o~t .............................................................................. (437,000) (19~,500) (91,~00) ~27,400) TOTAL TRANSFERS ............................................................ (437,000) 098,.~0) 2,?75 ~632.72~) CnANG~ ~N tONY Nrr ~srrs ...................................................... ~20,627 ~,~93,~ (2~,42~) 2_~,200 C1~,362) FUND ~ A~SETS AT BEGINNING OF YEAR ................................. 8.841,728 7,80~,976 5,768,990 22,419,694 (705,114) FUNDNETA~i~ATENDOFYEAR ............................................. $ 9.562,.355 $ 9,701,977 $ 5.743,.562 $ 25,007,894 Ss.n=~ PROPRIETARy HJNDS STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS FOR THE FrSC. AL YEAR ENDED pONE ~, 2004 Ill Payments to vendors .................................................................................... {9~5,7~9) ?ayments to employees .................................................................................. CASH FLOWS FROM NONCAPiTAL HNANCING ACTIVITIES Transfers in ................................................................................................ 94,675 94,675 Transfers out ................................................................................................ (437,Q00) (1~1,5~0) (91.9~) (727/100) ~ CASH FROM NONCAFITAL ~NANCINC AC~IV]T~S ........................... (4~?,g0O) (198,500) 2,;~5 (632.725) Proceeds from the issuance of refunding bonds ................................................... 9~LSJt~8 9~,4~8 Acquisition and construction of capital assets ...................................................... (L6~5,396) (2'304,674) (1§,1~3) (4,005,263) Prtodpel ~yment~ on bonds and notes ............................................................ {1,9~6.2~6) 0~1 ~4~90) (3,250,546) Payments to refunding e~ctow agent .................................................................. Interest er~ense .............................................................................................(725,119) ~60,7~) 0,285,890) NET ~ FROM CAPITAL AND RELATED FINANCING ACTIVITIES ............ . {3~07,333) 0,68Z~96) 05,193) {7,505,522) cAs~ FLOWS r~OM ~mmST~ ACTW~TmS NET CHANGE IN CASH AND SHORToTERM INVI~tMENTS ................................. (2,154,601) (2,1 ~0,255) 12'035 {4,332.821) CASH AND SHORT-TERM I~ENTS AT BEGINNING OF YEAR (l~clude~ $51,042 reported as restricted in the S~.wer Enterprise Fund) ..................... 3,325,789 6,2~,826 296,486 9,868,101 CASH AND SHORT-TERM 1NVES'i2vlE3q'~ AT END OF YEAR (Includes $1,073,828 and 2,685,822 reported as restrick~d ~n the w~ter 5,791 and sewer enterprise/ands, respectively) ............................................................ $ 1,171,188 $ 4,055,571 $ 308,521 $ 5,535,2~0 $ M252~ RECONCIIJATION OF OPERATING INCOME (LOGS) TO NET CASH FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES Operating income(loss) ................................................................................. $ 1,32YAgO, $ 1,265,815 S {28,21B). $ 3,0~5,D82 $ 11~9,173) Adjustments to reconcile operating income 00~s) tO net 09,883) 104,214 521,199 T/3,108 59,693 1,353.910 5,~S8 O7,~74) 03s, os4) 00o,?~) (6,050) 43,371 37,321 019,991) 2,825 (6,947) 024,313} 262,262 424,567 52,656 739/185 Court judgments ................................................................................. 41734O $--2'0~9'732 $ 1,69~,382 $~24A53 $~3,8~,567 $ 278,167 NONCASH INVESTING, CAPITAL AND FINANCING ACTIVITIBS IntergovemraentaIdebtsubsidios(MWPAT) ...................................................... $ - $ 322,851 $ Intergovernmental capitsl expense subsidies (MWPAT) ....................................... 1.331,931 Net amortization of deterred charges ............................................................... {3L21S) 6,752 . $ 322~ $ 1,331,931 (25,463) ENTERPRISE FONDS SCHEDULE OF REVENUES, EXPENSES AND CHANGES IN NET ASSETS BUDGETARY BASIS - BUDGEY AND ACTUAL FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2004 OPERATING REVENUES Charges for services ............................................................... $ Utility liens .......................................................................... Special assessments ............................................................... Penalties and interest ............................................................ TOTAL OFERATING REVENUES ................................. OPERATING ID~PENSES Cost of service and administration .......................................... GLSD assessment .................................................................. Debt service - principal ......................................................... TOTAL OPERATING EXPENDITURES ........................... OPERATING INCOME (LOC~) ....................................... NOb/OPERATING REVENUES(EXPENSES) Inter~st expense .................................................................. INCOIvIE (LOSS) BEFORE TRANSFERS ........................... TRANSFERS Trans[ers out ................................ ........................................ CHANGE IN FUND NET ASSETS ................................................ FUND NET ASSETS AT BEGINNING OF YEAR .............................. Water Fund Variance Original Final Positive/ Budset .Budget Actual 0qegative) 4,497,719 $ 3,907,000 $ 4,034,882 $ 127,$82 113,161 113,3.61 18000 18,000 16,162 0,838) 4,515,719 3,925,000 4,164,205 239,205 1,663,887 1,595,760 1,499,153 1,986,257 1,986,257 1,986,257 96,607 3,650,144 3,582,017 3,485,410 96,607 865,575 342,983 678,795 335,812 (67s,575) (64~,~0) (645,~0) 187,0~0 (302,697) 33,115 335,812 (437,o00) (437,000) (437,000) (250,000) fT:39,697) (403,885) 889,512 889,512 889,512 335,812 FUND NET ASSETS AT END OF YEAR ....................................... $ 639,512 $ 149,815 $ 485,627 $ 335,812 Town of North Andover, Massachusetts Additional Information Sewer Fund Os~;ood Hill Fund Variance Variance Original Final Posiiive/ Original Final Pc~itive/ · Budggt Budget Actual. ~l.~afive) gudg~ Budset Actual 0'/e. gative) _ 3,808,924 $ 3,150,500 $ 3,451,803 $ 301303 $ 678,900 $ 420,000 $ 455,570 $ 35,570 100,909 100,909 125,113 125,113 9,500 9,50~ 21,903 12,403 3,818,424 3,'1-60,000 3,699,728 514,038 523,041 498,706 1,446,804 961,885 961,885 1,164,289 1,164,289 1,164,289 539,728 678,900 420,000 . 455,570 35,570 24,335 680,677 424,325 424,170 155 3,125,3,31 2,649,215 2,624,880 24,335 680,677 424,325 424,170 155 693,293 510,785 1,074,848 564,063 (S~4,793) (560,575) {560,fa) 0,777) (a~2~) 31,400 35,72~ 98,500 (49,790) 514,077 563,867 0,777) (4,325) 31,400 35,725 (224,5~.) (.224,500)~ (224,500) ., (91,900) {91,900] (9t,900) (126,000) (274,290) 289,577 563,867 (93,677) (96,225) (60,500) 35,725 1,533,428 1,533,428 1,533,428 177,405 177,405 177,405 $ 1,407,428 $ 1,259,138 $ 1,823,005 $ 563,867 $ 83,728 $ 81,180 $ ~.16,905 $ 35,725 Town of North Andover, Massachusetts Additional lvJormation The 2004 Annual Report is dedicated to the opening of our new North Andover High School. Its opening in February 2004 was a tribute to the dedication of the School Building Committee's efforts and their accomplishment of a project completed six months before the scheduled date. This magnificent facility provides every resource that any educational facility could hope for. This facility combines beauty and function and is a source of pride to our community. The building has state-of-the-art classrooms, technological amenities, an auditorium with a stage and sound system to provide a perfect forum for performances and community events, and a Field House with training and athletic facilities without equal. The outdoor stadium provides a facility without equal in the area. Sports programs, arts, music, drama, and a television and radio studio can be accommodated. The Town of North Andover will benefit from the community use of the building and its grounds. Auditorium Scuts 800 "Main Strccl' High School Library Town Seal on "Main Street" Front Fagtde of Building Rear Fac,'ade o; Building Town of North Andover Directory www. townofnorthandover, com Emergency Numbers Fire Rescue or Ambulance ........................................................................... 911 Police ........................................................................................................... 911 Your Town Govemment General Information .................................................................... 978-688-9500 Accounting Office ....................................................................... 978-688-9520 Animal Control Officer ............................................................... 978-683-3168 Animal Inspector ........................................................................ 978-475-3600 Assessor's Office ........................................................................ 978-688-9566 Community Development and Services ..................................... 978-688-9533 Building Department .................................................................. 978-688-9545 Conservation Department ........................................................... 978-688-9530 Health Department ...................................................................... 978-688-9540 Planning Department .................................................................. 978-688-9535 Zoning Board of Appeals ............................................................ 978-688-9541 Emergency Management Agency ............................................... 978-688-9580 Fire Department--General Business .......................................... 978-688-9590 Housing Authority ...................................................................... 978-682-3932 Library-- Stevens Memorial ....................................................... 978-688-9505 Police Department--General Business ....................................... 978-683-3168 Public Works Trash and Recycling ............................................................. 978-6854)950 Water/Sewer Deparhnent ..................................................... 978-688-9570 Water Treatment Plant .......................................................... 978-688-9574 Recreation Department ............................................................... 978-688-9547 School Department Superintendent's Office ........................................................ 978-794-1503 Atidnson School ................................................................... 978-794-0124 Bradstreet School ................................................................. 978-794-1677 Franklin School .................................................................... 978-794-1990 High School ........................................................................... 978-794-1711 Kittredgc Schoo! ................................................................... 978-794-1688 Middle School ...................................................................... 978-794-1870 Sargent School ...................................................................... 978-725-3673 Thomson School ................................................................... 978-794-1545 Sealer of Weights and Measures ................................................. 978-688-9533 Selectmen's Office ...................................................................... 978-688-9510 Senior Citizen's Center ............................................................... 978-688-9560 Town Clerk ................................................................................. 978-688-9501 Town Manager ............................................................................ 978-688-9510 Town Moderator ......................................................................... 978-688-9510 Treasurer/Collector .................................................................... .978-688-9550 Veteran's Services ....................................................................... 978-682-6378 Youth Services ............................................................................ 978-682-9000