HomeMy WebLinkAbout2014-01-06 Board of Selectmen Minutes BOARD OF SELECTMEN MINUTES JANUARY 6, 2014
CALL TO ORDER: Chairman Rosemary Smedile called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM at Town Hall
Meeting Room.
ATTENDANCE: The following were present: Rosemary Smedile Chairman; Richard Vaillancourt, Clerk;
Tracy Watson, Licensing Chairman; Donald Stewart, William Gordon, and Andrew Maylor, Town Manager
and Ray Santilli, Assistant Town Manager.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Richard Vaillancourt made a MOTION, seconded by William Gordon, to approve the Open Session
Minutes of December 16, 2013, as written. Vote approved 5-0.
COMMUNICATIONS, ANNOUNCEMENTS,AND PUBLIC COMMENT:
Community Preservation Act(CPA)— FY14 Project Submittal Process
Town Manager Andrew Maylor stated that the CPA committee has worked together to provide and post
an application document online for anyone interested in applying for CPA funds for a project. The
Federal government has increased their funds from $400,000 to $800,000.
Communications from the Board
Money Magazine featured North Andover as one of the top communities for wealthy single individuals.
North Andover Patch has named Andrew Maylor as "Person of the Year'
CONSENT ITEMS:
Acceptance of Donation $100)from James & Maria Rosati to Police Department
William Gordon made a MOTION, seconded by Donald Stewart that the Board of Selectmen accepts the
donation from James & Maria Rosati of$100 to the Police Department for any needed service or
materials the Department may require. Vote approved 5-0.
Acceptance of Donation ($500)from Elizabeth Armstrong to Fire Department
Donald Stewart made a MOTION, seconded by Tracy Watson, that the Board of Selectmen accepts the
donation from Elizabeth Armstrong of$500 in memory of her husband, William D.Armstrong, to the Fire
Department in support of the Emergency Response Team (EMT)service. Vote approved 5-0.
Appointment as Harbor Master— Peter Boynton
MGL c102, §19 provides for the Board of Selectmen to appoint a harbor master. Although the Town does
not have a harbor, the appointed position does have specific responsibilities as a component of other
statues in regards to the Merrimack River and Lake Cochichewick.
William Gordon made a MOTION, seconded by Donald Stewart, that the Board of Selectmen appoints
Peter Boynton as Harbor Master for the Town of North Andover. Vote approved 5-0.
Police Chief Paul Gallagher contract extension
Police Chief Paul Gallagher contract expires on June 30, 2014. It is recommended the Board approve a
new two-year contract extension for the period of July 1, 2014 through June 30, 2016.
Donald Stewart made a MOTION, seconded by Tracy Watson that the Board of Selectmen approves a
two-year contract extension for Police Chief Paul Gallagher for the period of July 1, 2014 through June
20, 2016. Vote approved 5-0.
LICENSING COMMISSIONERS:
Richard Vaillancourt made a MOTION, seconded by Donald Stewart, to open a meeting of the North
Andover Licensing Commission. Vote approved 5-0.
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Jennifer Konopisos on behalf of Merrimack College requests a One Day Wine & Malt License
Request for a One Day Wine & Malt License for a reception at the Rogers Center, McCoy Gallery, on
January 23, 2014 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Rosemary Smedile made a MOTION, seconded by Richard Vaillancourt, acting as Licensing
Commissioners, approves a One-Day Wine & License for a reception at the Rogers Center, McCoy
Gallery on January 23, 2014, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Vote approved 5-0.
William Cody of Cody's Auto Sales &Service requests a Class II License at 77 Main Street
Mr. William Cody is seeking permission to do business as Cody's Auto Sales &Service at 77 Main Street.
Richard Vaillancourt made a MOTION, seconded by Rosemary Smedile, acting as Licensing
Commissioners; approve a Class 11 License for Cody's Auto Sales &Service at 77 Main Street, North
Andover. Vote approved 5-0.
2014 Entertainment License for Smolak Farms
In attendance from Smolak Farm were Michael Smolak and Ashley Piazza. Attorney Tim Schiavoni was
present representing abutters to the Smolak Farm. There was a lengthy discussion about the increased
activity of functions at the farm in recent years and the noise levels during weekend nights.
Mr. Smolak informed the Board he is working with a sound engineer to move the dance floor and music to
direct sound away from Dale Street, is installing sound proofing panels that absorb the sound, and will
meet with each DJ before an event to make sure that they follow certain protocol regarding sound
volume.
Attorney Schiavoni requested the Board grant Smolak Farm its license subject to their getting approval
from the Department of Agriculture to be in compliance with the restrictions and activities at the farm.
Rosemary Smedile made a MOTION, seconded by Richard Vaillancourt, acting as Licensing
Commissioners: to renew and approve a 2014 Entertainment License from May-December for Smolak
Farms with the following conditions: Hours shall be Monday thru Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday
and Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., and Sunday 12:00 noon to 9:00 p.m.; Smolak Farms implement
the changes as presented; and install the sound proofing panels. An exception to the Sunday hours will
be May 4, 2014 (7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.)and October 12, 2014 (12:00 noon to 10:00 p.m. Vote approved
4-1 (William Gordon opposed).
William Gordon made a MOTION, to not grant an entertainment license until the Department of
Agriculture has determined that the events at Smolak Farms are allowed and are in compliance with the
recorded restrictions. Motion failed for lack of second.
Rosemary Smedile made a MOTION, seconded by William Gordon, to close a meeting of the North
Andover Licensing Commission. Vote approved 5-0.
TOWN MANAGER'S REPORT:
Ask the Manager
The Town Manager provides responses to questions posed by members of the public and the Board
regarding general operational issues.
Capital Project Status Report
The Town Manager provided a status summary of on-going capital projects as well as a milestone
timeline through the end of April 2014. The summaries will be provided on a monthly basis
ADJOURNMENT:
William Gordon made a MOTION, seconded by Tracy Watson, to adjourn the meeting at 8:40 p.m. Vote
approved 5-0.
Adele J. Johnson
Executive Assistant
Richard Vaillancourt, Clerk of the Board