HomeMy WebLinkAbout2014-09-08 Board of Selectmen Minutes BOARD OF SELECTMEN MINUTES September 8, 2014
CALL TO ORDER: Chairman Richard Vaillancourt called the meeting to order at 7:01 PM at Town Hall
Meeting Room.
ATTENDANCE: The following were present: Chairman Richard Vaillancourt, Clerk William Gordon,
Licensing Chairman Tracy Watson, Rosemary Smedile, Donald Stewart, Town Manager Andrew Maylor,
Assistant Town Manager Ray Santilli, Executive Assistant Laurie Burzlaff.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Tracy Watson made a MOTION, seconded by William Gordon, to approve the Open Session
Minutes of August 20, 2014 as written. Vote approved 5-0.
COMMUNICATIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Welcome Home—Specialist Roger Mendel, U.S. Army
Chairman Vaillancourt welcomed home Specialist Roger Mendel, U.S. Army, who returned home to North
Andover last week from his first deployment to Afghanistan. He is the son of Teresa and Roger Mendel
of Osgood Street. The Board thanked Specialist Mendel and his family for his service.
Police Department Staff Recognition (taken out of order)
Police Chief Gallagher recognized Police Department staff, Lieutenant EJ Foulds, Lieutenant Charles
Gray, Sargent Michael Davis, Officers Jason Wedge, Robert Hillner, Eric Sewade, and Thomas Driscoll
and Communication Officers, John Wood and Natasha Hubbard, for keeping the public safe during an
incident on August 31St
New Business Recognition —2nd Round Sports
Chairman Vaillancourt recognized Gina MacAloon from 2nd Round Sports and thanked her for opening
her business in North Andover. Ms. MacAloon explained that 2nd Round Sports is a sporting goods
consignment store located on Water Street.
9/11 Remembrance Plans
Chair Vaillancourt announced this year's remembrance of 9/11 will take place in front of Town Hall on
Thursday, September 11th starting at 8:00 a.m.
Annual Board of Selectmen strategic planning meeting
Town Manager, Andrew Maylor, explained that the strategic planning meeting is the kickoff for the next
budget cycle, the product of which will be the Budget Policy Document that outlines expectations and
goals of the Board of Selectmen for FY16. Chairman Vaillancourt announced this year's Board of
Selectmen strategic planning meeting is scheduled for Monday, September 29th starting at 6:00 p.m. A
location for the meeting has not yet been finalized.
Chairman Vaillancourt reminded the public that the primary elections are tomorrow and the polls are open
from 7 am-8pm at the High School.
Introduction of new staff member
Chairman Vaillancourt introduced Matthew Egge, the new Town Planner. Town Manager, Andrew
Maylor, welcomed Mr. Egge and his expertise.
Announcement regarding storm damage
Town Manager, Andrew Maylor, explained the actions taken by the town regarding the downed trees from
the storm over the weekend. He explained the priority is not first come, first served but rather one of
safety needs. Mr. Maylor explained that work will be ongoing for the next couple of weeks and thanked
the residents for their patience as the town works to complete the process. Mr. Maylor indicated that if
there is a public tree down on a resident's property, the best thing to do is call dispatch.
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CONSENT ITEMS:
Accept Donation ($500)from Edmund and Nancy Leland to Fire Department for purchase of equipment
Chairman Vaillancourt announced that Mr. & Mrs. Lelund have again made a generous annual donation
to the Fire Department. Rosemary Smedile made a MOTION, seconded by Tracy Watson, that the
Board of Selectmen accept the donation from Edmund and Nancy Leland in the amount of$500.00
to the Fire Department for purchase of equipment. Vote approved 5-0.
Accept Donation ($10,000)from Wheelabrator North Andover to fund Trauma Intervention Program for
FY15
Chairman Vaillancourt announced that Wheelabrator North Andover has generously agreed to donate
$10,000 to pay the cost of the Trauma Intervention Program for FY15. The Board noted this has been an
annual donation. Tracy Watson made a MOTION, seconded by William Gordon, that the Board of
Selectmen accept the donation from Wheelabrator North Andover in the amount of$10,000 to fund
the Trauma Intervention Program for FY15. Vote approved 5-0.
Approve Seven (7)Year Contract between Town of North Andover and SHI International Corporation and
Tyler Technologies, Inc. for September 1, 2014 through August 31, 2021 to implement and maintain
financial software system
Town Manager, Andrew Maylor, explained that during the budget process, the town made a commitment
to upgrade the financial software to a unified system. Mr. Maylor explained that Town Meeting authorized
the Board of Selectmen to give authority to the Town Manager to enter into contracts that exceed 3 years.
Lyne Savage, Finance Director/Town Accountant, and Matt Killen, IT Director, both recommend approval
for these services. William Gordon made a MOTION, seconded by Rosemary Smedile, that the
Board of Selectmen approve the seven year contract to implement and maintain financial software
system between the Town of North Andover and SHI International Corporation and Tyler
Technologies, Inc, for September 1, 2014 through August 31, 2021. Vote approved 5-0.
Affordable Unit Resale—43 Cochichewick Drive, Unit#14 (Campion Hall)
The Citizens' Housing and Planning Association (CHAPA) notified the Town that the affordable housing
unit at 43 Cochichewick Drive, Unit#14 (Campion Hall) is up for sale. It is recommended the Board not
exercise its right of first refusal. Tracy Watson made a MOTION, seconded by William Gordon, that
the Board of Selectmen decline the right of first refusal to purchase the affordable housing unit at
43 Cochichewick Drive, Unit#14 (Campion Hall). Vote approved 5-0.
LICENSING COMMISSIONERS:
William Gordon made a MOTION, seconded by Tracy Watson, to open a meeting of the North
Andover Licensing Commission. Vote approved 5-0.
Paul Kneeland of Channel Building Company requests One-Day Wine & Malt License for corporate
anniversary party on September 19, 2014 from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Eagle East Aviation (Lawrence
Airport
Amy Broadbind and Kyle McGuire appeared on behalf of Paul Kneeland. Rosemary Smedile made a
MOTION, seconded by William Gordon, that the Board of Selectmen, acting as Licensing
Commissioners, approve a One-Day Wine and Malt License for Channel Building Company for
September 19, 2014 from 4:00 p.m, to 9:00 p.m, at Eagle East Aviation (Lawrence Airport). Vote
approved 5-0.
Adam Lawrence requests a One-Day All-Alcohol License for surprise party on September 19, 2014 from
6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at Smolak Farms (tent)
Rosemary Smedile made a MOTION, seconded by Donald Stewart, that the Board of Selectmen,
acting as Licensing Commissioners, approve a One-Day All-Alcohol License for Adam Lawrence
for surprise party on September 19, 2014 from 6:00 p.m, to 10:00 p.m, at Smolak Farms in tent.
Vote approved 4-0-1. (William Gordon abstained.)
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Ann Marie Pard requests a One-Day All-Alcohol License for wedding reception on September 20, 2014
from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at Smolak Farms (tent)
Richard Vaillancourt made a MOTION, seconded by Donald Stewart, that the Board of Selectmen,
acting as Licensing Commissioners, approve a One-Day All-Alcohol License for Ann Marie Pard
for wedding reception on September 20, 2014 from 5:00 p.m, to 10:00 p.m, at Smolak Farms in
tent. Vote approved 4-0-1. (William Gordon abstained.)
Gina Ranno requests a One-Day All-Alcohol License for wedding reception on September 27, 2014 from
4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at Smolak Farms (tent)
Richard Vaillancourt made a MOTION, seconded by Donald Stewart, that the Board of Selectmen,
acting as Licensing Commissioners, approve a One-Day All-Alcohol License for Gina Ranno for
wedding reception on September 27, 2014 from 4:00 p.m, to 10:00 p.m, at Smolak Farms in tent.
Vote approved 4-0-1. (William Gordon abstained.)
Michael Smolak of Smolak Farms requests a One-Day Wine & Malt License for a Charlie Baker
Fundraiser on September 23, 2014 from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Rosemary Smedile made a MOTION, seconded by Richard Vaillancourt, that the Board of
Selectmen, acting as Licensing Commissioners, approve a One-Day Wine &Malt License for
Smolak Farms for a Charlie Baker Fundraiser on September 23, 2014 from 6:00 p.m, to no later
than the latest hour on that evening on the entertainment license. Vote approved 4-0-1. (William
Gordon abstained.)
Rosemary Smedile made a MOTION, seconded by Donald Stewart, to close the meeting of the
North Andover Licensing Commission. Vote approved 5-0.
OLD BUSINESS:
NONE
NEW BUSINESS:
NONE
PUBLIC COMMENT:
NONE
TOWN MANAGER'S REPORT:
Police Department Report
A summary of August 2014 crime statistics was provided by Police Chief Paul Gallagher.
Fire Department Report
A summary of August 2014 Activity Report was provided by Fire Chief Andrew Melnikas.
Capital Project Status Report
Town Manager, Andrew Maylor, gave a status summary of the new Fire Station project, the School
Administration Building project and McEvoy park.
Water and High Streets-Streetlight and Roadway Improvements
A copy of the presentation done last spring for the project was provided to the Board. Town Manager,
Andrew Maylor, explained that as a capital improvement item, $2.6 million dollars is being invested over
the next 3 years and that the town is in the first phase which is to replace existing lighting with same style
lighting found at the town common.
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Job PostingNacancy Log
The Job PostingNacancy log was provided by Cathy Darby, Director of Human Resources. Town
Manager, Andrew Maylor, announced that Mary Rose Quinn, the Library Director, has resigned and the
Library Trustees by charter are responsible for hiring her replacement. The Board wished Ms. Quinn
good luck and thanked her for her service.
Town Manager, Andrew Maylor informed the Board that he is meeting with members of his staff and the
staff of the Greater Lawrence Sanitary District to go over the framework of what would be required to
create a dog park on District property.
Selectman Gordon thanked RCG, owner of the mill building on High Street, for their investment in and
commitment to the town by allowing the town to use the soccer fields behind their building.
Next Meeting
Monday, September 22, 2014
ADJOURNMENT:
Donald Stewart made a MOTION, seconded by Rosemary Smedile, to adjourn the meeting at 7:36
p.m. Vote approved 5-0.
Laurie A. Burzlaff
Executive Assistant
William F. Gordon, Clerk of the Board