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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2018-08-27 Board of Selectmen Minutes BOARD OF SELECTMEN MINUTES August 27, 2018 CALL TO ORDER: Chairman Regina Kean called the meeting to order at 7:OOPM in the Town Hall Meeting Room. The open session meeting was recorded. ATTENDANCE: The following were present: Chairman Regina Kean, Clerk Phil DeCologero, Licensing Chairman, Chris Nobile, Richard Vaillancourt, Rosemary Smedile, Town Manager Andrew Maylor, Assistant Town Manager, Ray Santilli and Executive Assistant, Laurie Burzlaff. Approximately 10 members of the public were present. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE PUBLIC COMMENT: None APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Richard Vaillancourt made a MOTION, seconded by Phil DeCologero, to table the Open Session Minutes of August 13, 2018 until the next meeting. Motion approved 5-0. INTRODUCTION OF NEW STAFF MEMBERS Joel Bedard, the new local building inspector, introduced himself to the Board. LICENSING COMMISSIONERS: Phil DeCologero made a MOTION, seconded by Rosemary Smedile to open a meeting of the North Andover Licensing Commission. Motion approved 5-0. Request for change of manager and change of beneficial interest-Jade Restaurant Yee Wong and his attorney Brian Vaughan were present to explain the request. Mr. Vaughan stated that one owner has left the business hence the need for a change of beneficial interest. Rosemary Smedile made a MOTION, seconded by Phil DeCologero that the Board of Selectmen, acting as Licensing Commissioners, approve the request for a change of manager and change of beneficial interest for the Jade Restaurant. Motion approved 5-0. Richard Vaillancourt recused himself and left the room. Request of Ashley Vaillancourt for a one day wine and malt license for an end of summer celebration at the Town Common on Thursday, August 30, 2018 from 6:OOPM-9:30PM and waiver of fee Ashley Vaillancourt and Chris Buco were present to explain their request. Mr. Buco stated that brewers would be providing sample size cups of beer and wine is being provided by a wholesaler. Rosemary Smedile made a MOTION, seconded by Regina Kean that the Board of Selectmen, acting as Licensing Commissioners, approve the request of Ashley Vaillancourt for a one day wine and malt license and a fee waiver for an end of summer celebration at the Town Common on August 30, 2018. Motion approved 4-0. Richard Vaillancourt returned to his seat. Request of Paul Gallant of Merrimack College for eight one day liquor licenses 1. All alcohol license on Thursday, September 13, 2018 from 5:OOPM-10:OOPM for a reception at the Arcidi Welcome Center 2. Wine and malt license on Friday, September 14, 2018 from 5:OOPM-10:OOPM for a block party at the Sakowich Parking Lot 3. Wine and malt license on Saturday, September 15, 2018 from 6:OOPM-11:OOPM for concessions at the Rogers Center for Performing Arts 4. Wine and malt license on Saturday, September 22, 2018 from 11:OOAM -5:OOPM for concessions at the Stadium Pavilion 5. Wine and malt license on Wednesday, September 26, 2018 from 4:OOPM-10:OOPM for a reception at the Rogers Center for Performing Arts Board of Selectmen Minutes August 27, 2018 2 6. Wine and malt license on Friday, September 28, 2018 from 4:OOPM-9:OOPM for concessions at the Football Stadium Pavilion 7. Wine and malt license on Saturday, September 29, 2018 from 11:OOAM-6:OOPM for concessions at the athletic fields 8. Wine and malt license on Sunday, September 30, 2018 from 6:OOPM-11:OOPM for concessions at the Rogers Center for Performing Arts Richard Vaillancourt made a MOTION, seconded by Regina Kean that the Board of Selectmen, acting as Licensing Commissioners, approve the request of Paul Gallant of Merrimack College for eight one day liquor licenses as presented with the hours of the events to run in conjunction with their entertainment license, if any. Motion approved 5-0. Request from JT Thomson of Notch Brewing for four one day wine and malt licenses for biergarten at the Stevens Coolidge Place on 1. Thursday, September 13, 2018 from 4:OOPM-9:OOPM 2. Friday, September 14, 2018 from 4:OOPM- 9:OOPM 3. Saturday, September 15, 2018 from 12:OOPM-7:OOPM 4. Sunday, September 16, 2018 from 12:OOPM-6:OOPM Phil DeCologero asked for the Town Manager to check with the police about the parking to make sure residents can access their streets. Kelly Cormier, 169 Andover Street, stated that she spoke with Kevin Block of the Trustees and he said the biergarten would be moved to somewhere on the property that is away from Wood Lane. Richard Vaillancourt made a MOTION, seconded by Phil DeCologero that the Board of Selectmen, acting as Licensing Commissioners, approve the request of JT Thomson of Notch Brewing for four one day wine and malt licenses as presented. Motion approved 5-0. Request of Deborah Ingalls for three one day all alcohol licenses for events at Smolak Farms: 1. Family reunion in the tent on Saturday, September 8, 2018 from 4:OOPM-10:OOPM 2. Rehearsal dinner in the barn on Friday, September 28, 2018 from 5:OOPM- 10:OOPM 3. Wedding in the tent on Saturday, September 29, 2018 from 4:OOPM-10:OOPM Regina Kean made a MOTION, seconded by Phil DeCologero that the Board of Selectmen, acting as Licensing Commissioners, approve the requests of Deborah Ingalls for events at Smolak Farms as presented. Motion approved 5-0. Richard Vaillancourt made a MOTION, seconded by Regina Kean to close a meeting of the North Andover Licensing Commission. Motion approved 5-0. CONSENT ITEMS: Accept Recycling Dividends program grant in the amount of$10,400 from the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection Included in the packets was a memorandum from DPW Director, Jim Stanford, explaining the grant that was obtained with the assistance of the Sustainability Committee which will be used for education about recycling. Phil DeCologero made a MOTION, seconded by Rosemary Smedile that the Board of Selectmen accept the grant from the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection in the amount of$10,400.00. Motion approved 5-0. Request to surplus vehicles-Police Department Included in the packets were requests from Chief Charles Gray to surplus three vehicles which will all be traded in for a new vehicle. Chris Nobile made a MOTION, seconded by Phil DeCologero that the Board of Selectmen approve the request of Police Chief Charles Gray to surplus three vehicles outlined in his memorandum dated August 21, 2018. Motion approved 5-0. Request of Columbia Gas to excavate Bayfield Drive for the purpose of gas line maintenance-reinstalling a test station Included in the packets was a request from Columbia Gas to excavate Bayfield Drive for the purpose of gas line maintenance. All relevant departments approved the request. Jesus Figuereau from Columbia Gas was present to answer questions. Board of Selectmen Minutes August 27, 2018 3 Phil DeCologero made a MOTION, seconded by Rosemary Smedile that the Board of Selectmen approve the request of Columbia Gas to excavate Bayfield Drive for the purpose of gas line maintenance as presented. Motion approved 5-0. GOVERNMENTAL REPORTS Update from Cultural Council Anna Choi, chair of the Cultural Council, provided the Board with an outline of what the cultural council does. Draft Master Plan Town Manager, Andrew Maylor, explained the process for adopting the Master Plan. Mr. Maylor asked the Board to provide feedback to his office and then the Board can vote on what comments they will send to the Planning Board. The Planning Board hopes to vote on the final plan by the end of September. The Board discussed the implementation committee and what their role will be. The Board also agreed they should establish priorities within the plan. OLD BUSINESS: None NEW BUSINESS: None TOWN MANAGER'S REPORT: Job posting/vacancy log The job posting/vacancy log was provided to the Board by the Human Resources Department. SELECTMAN'S UPDATES/COMMENTS Rosemary Smedile stated that Millie Matasso passed away. Ms. Matasso took many of the photographs that are displayed around Town Hall. Regina Kean thanked the Youth and Recreation Department for the many summer activities. ADJOURNMENT: Phil DeCologero made a MOTION, seconded by Chris Nobile to adjourn the meeting at 8:25p.m. Motion approved 5-0. Laurie A. Burzlaff Executive Assistant Phil DeCologero, Clerk of the Board Documents used at meeting: Minutes of August 13, 2018 Request of Jade Restaurant Request of Ashley Vaillancourt Request of Merrimack College Request of Notch Brewing Request of Smolak Farm Grant memorandum Surplus memorandum Request of Columbia Gas Cultural Council summary Draft Master Plan Job posting/vacancy log TOWN OF NORTH ANDOVER BOARD OF SELECTMEN 120 MAIN STREET NORTH ANDOVER, MASSACHUSETTS 01845 Regina Kean, Chairman /IIIY�%/ •.. Phil DeCologero, Clerk „� " TEL. (978)688-9510 Chris Nobile FAX(978) 688-9556 Rosemary Connelly Smedile Richard Vaillancourt BOARD OF SELECTMEN& LICENSING COMMISSIONERS AGENDA MONDAY,AUGUST 27,2018 7:00 PM OPEN SESSION TOWN HALL MEETING ROOM 120 Main Street L CALL TO ORDER IL PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE III. PUBLIC COMMENT IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. August 13, 2018 Open Session Minutes, as written V. INTRODUCTION OF NEW STAFF MEMBERS A. Joel Bedard,Local Building Inspector VL LICENSING COMMISSIONERS A. Request for change of manager and change of beneficial interest-Jade Restaurant B. Request of Ashley Vaillancourt for a one day wine and malt license for an end of summer celebration at the Town Common on Thursday, August 30,20Il 8 from 6:OOPM-9:30PM and waiver of fee C. Request of Paul Gallant of Merrimack College for eight one du liguor licenses 1. All alcohol license on Thursday, September 13,2018 from 5:OOPM-10:00PM for a reception at the Arcidi Welcome Center 2. Wine and malt license on Friday, September 14,2018 from 5:OOPM-10:00PM for a block party at the Sakowich Parking Lot 3. Wine and malt license on Saturday, September 15,2018 from 6:OOPM-11:00PM for concessions at the Rogers Center for Performing Arts 4. Wine and malt license on Saturday, September 22,2018 from 11:OOAM -5:OOPM for concessions at the Stadium Pavilion 5. Wine and malt license on Wednesday, September 26,2018 from 4:OOPM-10:00PM for a reception at the Rogers Center for Performing Arts 6. Wine and malt license on Friday, September 28,2018 from 4:OOPM-9:OOPM for concessions at the Football Stadium Pavilion 7. Wine and malt license on Saturday, September 29,2018 from 11:OOAM-6:OOPM for concessions at the athletic fields 8. Wine and malt license on Sunday, September 30,2018 from 6:OOPM-11:00PM for concessions at the Rogers Center for Performing Arts D. Request from JT Thomson of Notch Brewing for four one day wine and malt licenses for biergarten at the Stevens Coolidge Place on 1. Thursday, September 13,2018 from 4:OOPM-9:OOPM 2. Friday, September 14,2018 from 4:OOPM-9:OOPM 3. Saturday, September 15,2018 from 12:OOPM-7:OOPM 4. Sunday, September 16,2018 from 12:OOPM-6:OOPM D. Request of Deborah Ingalls for three one day all alcohol licenses for events at Smolak Farms: 1. Family reunion in the tent on Saturday, September 8,2018 from 4:OOPM-10:OOPM 2. Rehearsal dinner in the barnon Friday, September 28,2018 from 5:OOPM- 10:OOPM 3. Wedding in the tent on Saturday, September 29,2018 from 4:OOPM-10:OOPM VII. CONSENT ITEMS A. Accept Recycling Dividends program grant in the amount of$10,400 from the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection. B. Request to surplus vehicles-Police Department C. Request of Columbia Gas to excavate Bayfield Drive for the piip2ose of gas line maintenance- reinstalling a test station VIII. GOVERNMENTAL REPORTS A. Update from Cultural Council B. Draft Master Plan IX. OLD BUSINESS X. NEW BUSINESS XL TOWN MANAGER'S REPORT A. Job posting/vacanc�log XII. SELECTMAN'S UPDATES/COMMENTS XIII. NEXT MEETING DATE Monday, September 10,2018 XIV. ADJOURNMENT BOARD OF SELECTMEN MINUTES August 13, 2018 CALL TO ORDER: Chairman Regina Kean called the meeting to order at 7:OOPM in the Town Hall Meeting Room. The open session meeting was recorded. ATTENDANCE: The following were present: Chairman Regina Kean, Clerk Phil DeCologero, Licensing Chairman, Chris Nobile, Richard Vaillancourt, Rosemary Smedile, Town Manager Andrew Maylor and Assistant Town Manager, Ray Santilli. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE PUBLIC COMMENT: Stan Limpert of 43 Stonecleave Road, asked Chairwoman Kean to allow public comment at the end of the meeting. Samuel Campana of 37 Grosvenor Avenue asked the Board to stop work by National Grid gas until the lockout is over. Karen Lauro of 591 Mass Avenue spoke about the Mass Avenue project and her concerns that they are damaging her property. INTRODUCTION OF NEW STAFF MEMBERS Nabil Daher, Electrical Inspector Nabil Daher, the new electrical inspector, introduced himself to the Board. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Richard Vaillancourt made a MOTION, seconded by Chris Nobile, to approve the Open Session Minutes of July 16, 2018. Motion approved 5-0, ACCEPTANCE OF DONATIONS From Wheelabrator in the amount of$10,000 to be used to pay the user agency fee for Trauma Intervention Program services inNorth Andover Once again, Wheelabrator has agreed to donate $10,0.00 to cover the cost of the Town's user agency fee for Trauma Intervention Program services in North Andover. Phil DeCologero made a MOTION, seconded by Chris Nobile that the Board of Selectmen accept the donation of$10,000.00 from Wheelabrator to be used to pay for the Trauma Intervention Program. Motion approved 5-0. From McDonald's/Lititz Family in the amount of$2,000.00 to be used for equipment at the Youth Center The Lietz Family, owners of McDonalds donated $2,000 to the Youth Center. Richard Vaillancourt made a MOTION,seconded by Chris Nobile that the Board of Selectmen accept the donation of$2,000,00 from McDonald's/The Lietz Family to be used for equipment at the Youth Center. Motion approved 5-0. LICENSING COMMISSIONERS:._; Richard Vaillancourt made a MOTION, seconded by Phil DeCologero to open a meeting of the North Andover Licensing Commission. Motion approved 5-0. John Nioroge of Crossway,Transit, LLC requests a Livery License at 30 Mass Ave. Phil DeCologero made a MOTION, seconded by Richard Vaillancourt that the Board of Selectmen, acting as Licensing Commissioners, approve the request of John Njoroge of Crossway Transit, LLC for a livery license at 30 Massachusetts Avenue. Motion approved 5-0. Armen Jeknavorian of St. Gregory Armenian Church requests a one day wine and malt license for a picnic on September 9, 2018 from 12:OOPM-5:30PM and a waiver of the fee Regina Kean made a MOTION seconded by Phil DeCologero that the Board of Selectmen, acting as Licensing Commissioners, approve the request of Armen Jeknavorian of St. Gregory Armenian Church for a one day wine and malt license for a picnic on September 9, 2018 from 12:OOPM- 5:30PM and to waive the fee. Motion approved 5-0. Board of Selectmen Minutes August 13, 2018 2 Change of manager request for The Stevens Estate Regina Kean made a MOTION, seconded by Richard Vaillancourt that the Board of Selectmen, acting as Licensing Commissioners, approve the change of manager request for The Stevens Estate. Motion approved 5-0. Paul Gallant of Merrimack College requests a one day wine and malt license for a reception at the Stadium Pavilion on August 30, 2018 from 6:OOPM-8:OOPM Rosemary Smedile made a MOTION, seconded by Regina Kean that the Board of Selectmen, acting as Licensing Commissioners, approve the request of Paul Gallant of Merrimack College for a one day wine and malt license for a reception at the Stadium Pavilion on August 30, 2018 from 6:OOPM-8:OOPM. Motion approved 5-0. Deborah Ingalls of Butlers and Bars requests one day liquor licenses for events in the tent at Smolak Farms: 1. All alcohol license for a wedding on August 18, 2018 from 4:00PM-1 O:OOPM 2. All alcohol license for a wedding on September 2, 2018 from 4:00PM-9;00PM 3. All alcohol license for a corporate picnic on September 9, 2018 from 11:OOAM-6:OOPM 4. All alcohol license for a wedding on September 15, 2018 from 4:0OPM-10:OOPM 5. Wine and malt license for a corporate dinner on September 20, 2018 from 4:00PM-9:00PM 6. All alcohol license for a wedding on September 22, 2018 from 4:OOPM -10:OOPM Richard Vaillancourt made a MOTION, seconded by Regina Kean that the Board of Selectmen, acting as Licensing Commissioners, approve the'requests of Deborah Ingalls for events at Smolak Farms as presented. Motion approved 5-0. Discussion regarding fees for one day liquor licenses Licensing Chair, Chris Nobile, explained it would be helpful to periodically review the fee schedule and whether there should be some fee for expedited Processing for late applications. The Board asked for a comparison of fees from other communities and what is the total amount of yearly revenue received from the fees. The Town Manager explained there is a cast to process something in a shorter time period and it is a more difficult and challenging to process. Rosemary Smedile made a MOTION,seconded by Regina Kean to close a meeting of the North Andover Licensing Commission. Motion approved 5-0. CONSENT ITEMS: Approve and sign easements for MassOOT Mass Avenue/Chickering Road Intersection Project Included in the packets were documents required for the Mass Avenue/Chickering Road Intersection Project. DPW Director, Jim Stamford, explained the three easements and that there is no cost associated with the easements. Chris Nobile made a MOTION, seconded by Phil DeCologero to approve the easements for the MassDOT Mass Avenue/Chickering Road Intersection Project. Motion approved 5-0. Department of Public Works request to surplus vehicles and equipment Included in the packets was a request from Jim Stanford, DPW Director, to surplus certain vehicles and equipment. Chris Nobile made a MOTION, seconded by Rosemary Smedile that the Board of Selectmen approve the request of Jim Stanford, DPW Director, to surplus the vehicles and equipment outlined in his memorandum dated August 8, 2018. Motion approved 5-0. Accept Child Passenger Safety Equipment Grant from the Massachusetts Executive Office of Public Safety in the amount of$2,625 Fire Chief William McCarthy introduced Firefighter Jeff Deschenes and Police Sgt. Katie Gehrke who explained the grant they received from The Executive Office of Public Safety in the amount of$2625. Richard Vaillancourt made a MOTION, seconded by Phil DeCologero that the Board of Selectmen accept the grant from the Executive Office of Public Safety in the amount of $2625.00. Motion approved 5-0. Board of Selectmen Minutes August 13, 2018 3 Request of Joseph Contrada of Saint Vincent de Paul Conference for use of the Town Common on Saturday, September 22, 2018 from 10:OOAM-12:OOPM for the Walk for the Poor The St. Vincent de Paul Conference requesting permission to hold their annual Walk for the Poor on Saturday, September 22, 2018 from 10:OOAM to 12:OOPM. As it has been for the last two years, the walk will be at the same time as the Fall Festival. All relevant departments reviewed and have no issues. Phil DeCologero made a MOTION, seconded by Chris Nobile that the Board of Selectmen approve the request of St. Vincent de Paul Conference to use the Town Common on Saturday, September 22, 2018 from 10:OOAM to 12:OOPM for their annual Walk for the Poor. Motion approved 5-0. Town Manager appointment of Lori Crane as an associate member of the Planning Board The Town Manager has appointed Lori Crane as an associate member of the Planning Board. The Board was asked to support that appointment. Richard Vaillancourt made a MOTION, seconded by Phil DeCologero that the Board of Selectmen support the appointment of Lori Crane as an associate member of the Planning Board. Motion approved 5-0. Accept Green Communities grant from Department of Energy Resources in tho amount of$173,783.00 The town has received a grant from the Department of Energy Resources in the amount of $173,783.00 to be used for the conversion of all town owned streetlights to LED. The project is scheduled to be completed by the end of the year. Phil DeCologero made a MOTION, seconded by Rosemary Smedile that the Board of Selectmen accept the grant from the Department of Energy''Resources in the amount of$17,1;78,3.00. Motion approved 5-0. Sign warrant for the 2018 State Primary Town Clerk, Joyce Bradshaw, explained statute requires the Board to sign the warrant for the state primary on September 4, 2018. Richard Vaillancourt made a MOTION, seconded by Phil DeCologero that the Board of Selectmen sign the warrant for the 2018 State Primary on September 4, 2018.from 7:OOAM to 8:OOPM. Motion approved 5-0. Approve permit fees for town,projects As discussed at the last meeting, included in your packets is a list of town projects that will require permits. The Town Manager is asking tho board to waive the fees for all these projects. Chris Nobile made a MOTION, seconded by Phil DeCologero that the Board of Selectmen waive all fees associated with the projects found on the report submitted by the Town Manager. Motion approved 5-0. Appointments Christopher Jee-Affordable Housing,Trust Justin Lafond- Neighborhood Conservation District Commission Michael Lis-Zoning Board of Appeals (associate member) Steve Seide--Zoning Board of Appeals (associate member) Patricia Riley-Council on Aging Jenna Sideri-Youth 8,Recreation Council William Swig gart-Stevens Estate Advisory Committee Derrick Ward-Sustainability Committee Martha Wolfenden-Historical Commission Rosemary Smedile made a MOTION, seconded by Phil DeCologero that the Board of Selectmen appoint all volunteers listed in the memorandum from the Town Manager dated August 8, 2018. Motion approved 5-0. Richard Vaillancourt recused himself and left the room. Request of Ashley Vaillancourt and Chris Buco to use the Town Common on August 30, 2018 from 6:OOPM-9:OOPM for end of season celebration for Summer Fitness Series Ashley Vaillancourt presented her request to use the Town Common for an end of the season celebration for the Summer Fitness Series. Ms. Vaillancourt is aware she needs to apply for a one day wine and malt license which will be on the agenda for the next meeting. Board of Selectmen Minutes August 13, 2018 4 Phil DeCologero made a MOTION, seconded by Chris Nobile that the Board of Selectmen approve the request of Ashley Vaillancourt and Chris Buco to use the Town Common on August 30, 2018 from 6:OOPM-9:OOPM for an end of the season celebration for the Summer Fitness Series. Motion approved 4-0. Richard Vaillancourt returned to his seat. Request of Brian Fraser of North Andover CAM for waiver of building permit fee for 70 Main Street Brian Fraser of North Andover CAM presented his request to waive the building permit fee for the build out at its new location at 70 Main Street. Rosemary Smedile made a MOTION, seconded by Phil DeCologero that the Board of Selectmen waive the building permit fee for North Andover CAM for construction at 70 Main Street. Motion approved 5-0. GOVERNMENTAL REPORTS Update on the September 4, 2018 State Primary from Town Clerk,Joyce Bradshaw Joyce Bradshaw gave an update on the upcoming State Primary which is September 4th OLD BUSINESS: None NEW BUSINESS: None TOWN MANAGER'S REPORT: Reports The Board was provided with the following monthly reports: Police, Fire, Opioid Overdose, Building and Job posting/vacancy log. The Town Manager explained that the Planning Board is going through the Draft Master Plan and have had two public hearings and will have one more. The draft will then be presented to the Board of Selectmen for comment on August 27th. The Town Manager recommended when the final plan is complete the Board may want to appoint an implementation committee. SELECTMAN'S UPDATES/COMMENTS Rosemary Smedile stated°that she went tothe Vietnam Wall ceremony in Wilmington which was very moving. Richard Vaillancourt thanked the Police and Fire Departments for National Night Out. Rosemary Srnedile stated the Women's Club will be looking for the oldest resident in North Andover to present the Boston Post cane. Phil DeCologero announced the Artisan Club will be at the Mills on Sunday. Chairman,bean stated that the Old Center District Commission will be at the September 24th meeting and the Cultural Council will be at the meeting on August 27th to give an update. Chairman Kean also stated there is an Old Center Zoning Review Committee and their next meeting is Thursday, August 30th ADJOURNMENT: Chris Nobile made a MOTION, seconded by Phil DeCologero to adjourn the meeting at 9:07p.m. Motion approved 5-0. Laurie A. Burzlaff Executive Assistant Phil DeCologero, Clerk of the Board Board of Selectmen Minutes August 13, 2018 5 Documents used at meeting: Minutes of July 16, 2018 Wheelabrator donation letter McDonald's donation letter Crossway Transit license request St. Gregory Church license request Change of Manager request-Stevens Estate Merrimack College license request Smolak Farms license request Licensing fee schedule Easements DPW surplus request Child safety seat grant letter St. Vincent use of common request Appointment memo Green communities grant letter State primary warrant Permit fee waiver request Appointment memorandum Vaillancourt use of common request NACAM fee waiver request Police report Fire report Overdose report Job posting/vacancy log Building report TOWN OF NORTH ANDOVER OFFICE OF TOWN CLERK 120 MAIN STREET NORTH ANDOVER, MASSACHUSET'j's 01845 NORTH 0 Joyce A.Bradshaw,C 0 A Telephone(978)688-9501 Town Clerk, FAX(978)6889557 SSAewusk MEMORANDUM TO: Chris Nobile, Chairman, Licensing Commission Members of the Board of Selectmen Andrew Maylor, Town Manager FROM: Suzanne M. Pelich, Asst. Town Clerk DATE: August 27, 2018 SUBJECT: Change of Manager and Change of Beneficial Interest- Jade North Andover Attached please find the application for a Change of Manager and a Change of Beneficial Interest at the Jade of North Andover Restaurant. Recommendation from the Police Department pending receipt of finger printing check Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or concerns. Thank you. Print Fornt The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission 239 Causeway Street Boston,MA 02114 ►v►v►v.mass.�o v/abcc RETAIL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES LICENSE APPLICATION MONETARY TRANSMITTAL FORM APPLICATION SHOULD BE COMPLETED ON-LINE, PRINTED,SIGNED,AND SUBMITTED TO THE LOCAL LICENSING AUTHORITY, ECRT CODE: RETA Please make$200.00 payment here: https://www.paybill.com/mass/abcc/retail/ (PAYMENT MUST DENOTE THE NAME OF THE LICENSEE CORPORATION,LLC,PARTNERSHIP,OR INDIVIDUAL) EPAY CONFIRMATION NUMBER 225007 A.B.C.C.LICENSE NUMBER(IF AN EXISTING LICENSEE,CAN BE OBTAINED FROM THE CITY) 03395-RS-0826 LICENSEE NAME Jade Group,Inc.,d/b/a Jade North Andover ADDRESS 24 High Street CITY/TOWN North Andover STATE MA ZIP CODE 01845 TRANSACTION TYPE(Please check all relevant transactions ❑ Alteration of Licensed Premises Cordials/Liqueurs Permit New Officer/Director Transfer of License Change Corporate Name Issuance of Stock New Stockholder Transfer of Stock Change of License Type Management/Operating Agreement Pledge of Stock Wine&Malt to All Alcohol ❑ Change of Location ❑ More than(3)§15 Pledge of License ❑ 6-Day to 7-Day License ❑X Change of Manager F� New License ❑ Seasonal to Annual ❑X Other Change in Beneficial Interest THE LOCAL LICENSING AUTHORITY MUST MAIL THIS TRANSMITTAL FORM ALONG WITH COMPLETED APPLICATION, AND SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS TO: ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES CONTROL COMMISSION 239 CAUSEWAY STREET BOSTON, MA 02241-3396 The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission 239 Causeway Street Boston,MA 02114 APPLICATION FOR MULTIPLE AMENDMENTS Pdeu,se r�ompl ie r`Jafne of I nr.m° :see and Appficatioiy onbirr.i sect:ons c'omA4e�:/�, iec:e mg nio fiehis b4ank NAME OF LICENSEE (Business Contact) Jade Group,Inc. d/b/a Jade North Andover ABCC License Number City/Town of Licensee 03395-RS-0826 North Andover APPLICATION CONTACT The application contact is required and is the person who will be contacted with any questions regarding this application. First Name: Brian Middle: G. Last Name: Vaughan Title: [Attorney Primary Phone: 978-327-5217 Email: bvaughan@smolakvaughan.com AMENDMENT OPTIONS Please check utf all of the airume.m'fmsments lor which you are applying below. You wdl only be i'egoired to cornplete W:Ilwsecoons of this airs°mei°mmfim°mem.mt ayllncaW°ion ihuwi,m:;orrc:wpoiriuf to the amendormments you clwmmm:lm. Next to miw:li amwmeumufimrmeuwW:is the pall" W:i°moM: you will find the necessary appliu�ation questions to coeriple e. Please see the instructions age for additional reiluuiu ed yfa. docu.ui"tents Illwmaseu l oin taraimsactiioim if tlmm:io are AN himaimcial conrtsiufe amirlm°obs for the transactions for which you are applying,yourn ust tom lll:Plete the fim°man lams sectioiu 01111 page P of this application. F1 Change in Business Contact Information - Page 2 This is DDLy to change a mailing or business address(corporate headquarters,NOT premises address),phone number or email. Change of Manager - Page 3 Alteration of Premises/Change of Location - Page 4 Fxj Change of Beneficial Interest/Transfer or Issuance of Stock - Page 5 ® Pledge of Collateral(License,Inventory,Beneficial Interest) - Page 6 ® Change of Corporate Name - Page 6 Change of DBA - Page 6 [] Change of Corporate Structure(i.e.Corporation to LLC,Sole Proprietor to LLC) - Page 6 Change of Category(i.e.Wine and Malts to All Alcohol) - Page 6 Change of Class(i.e.Seasonal to Annual) - Page 6 ® Change of Type(i.e.Restaurant to General on Premises) - Page 6 1 APPLICATION FOR MULTIPLE AMENDMENTS FINANCIAL INFORMATION Please provide information about the sources of cash and/or 6PPIu{+,F financing for this transaction Associated Costs Source of Cash Investment A.Purchase Price for Building/Land Name of Contributor Amount of Contribution Yee Kan Wong $114,400.00 B.Purchase Price for any Business Assets C.Costs of Renovations/Construction D.Purchase Price of Inventory Total $114,400.00 E.Initial Start-Up Costs Source of Financing Does the lender If yes,please F.Other(Please specify) $114,400.00 Name of Lender Amount hold an interest in provide ABCC any MA alcoholic license number of beverages licenses? lender G.Total Cost(Add lines A-F) $114,400.00 i;xfal cot t; Total: BUSINESS CONTACT ( C Wlr, v Citi_ Ott[{'.Eix Z. NCY 0 ih(t(e df E' (hFYt1ge( t(7 the Li(ensee phone number, bLj,,me_,s &cidtesS, ;OU ;)i(_ JIMQOng VOW pi't-mise5 location, you ntust also Complete th,- pfetmi (!` SP'cM"'� Oi= Kf.i}'c Primary Phone: 917-922-1347 Fax Number: 978-918-7184 Alternative Phone: 978-655-7220 Email: Business Address(Corporate Headquarters) Street Number: —� Street Name: City/Town: State: Zip Code: Country: Mailing Address ❑ Check here if your Mailing Address is the some as your Business Address Street Number: ^� Street Name: -771 City/Town: State: Zip Code: Country: 2 APPLICATION FOR MULTIPLE AMENDMENTS MANAGER CONTACT The Manager Contact is the individual who will have day-to-day,operational control over the liquor license. Salutation Mr. First Name Kong Yew Middle Name Last Name Foo Suffix Social Security Number Date of Birth Primary Phone: 917-922-1347 Email: kennyfoo@msn.com Mobile Phone: 917-922-1347 Place of Employment Jade Group Inc.,d/b/a Jade North Andover Alternative Phone: 978-655-7220 Fax Number 978-918-7184 Citizenship/Residency/Background Information of Proposed Manager Are you a U.S.Citizen? (:Yes (' No Do you have direct,indirect,or financial interest in this license? Yes (' No Have you ever been convicted of a state, ('Yes C: No federal,or military crime? If yes,percentage of interest 0% If yes,please indicate type of Interest(check all that apply): Have you ever been Manager of Record of a ('Yes C: No ❑ Officer ❑ Sole Proprietor license to sell alcoholic beverages? ❑ Stockholder E] LLC Manager If yes,please list the licenses ❑ LLC Member ❑X Director for which you are the current n/a ❑ Partner ❑ Landlord or proposed manager: ❑ Contractual ❑ Revenue Sharing ❑ Management Agreement ❑ Other Please indicate how many hours per week you intend to be on the licensed premises 80 Employment Information of Proposed Manager Please provide your employment history for the past 10 years Date(s). Position Employer Address Phone 3/2018-Current Director/Manager Jade North Andover 24 High Street,North Andover,01845 617-319-1264 2010-2018 Restaurant Manager Milford Mandarin Restaurant 196 E.Main Street,Milford,MA 01757 508-478-5800 2009-2010 Restaurant Manager Mandarin Reading Restaurant 296 Salem Street,Reading,MA 01867 781-942-8200 2008-2009 Restaurant Manager Caliente Cab Restaurant 61 7th Avenue S.,New York,NY 10014 1 212-243-8517 Prior Disciplinary Action of Proposed Manager Have you ever been involved directly or indirectly in an alcoholic beverages license that was subject to disciplinary action? If yes, please complete the following: Date of Action Name of License State City Reason for suspension,revocation or cancellation n/a 3 APPLICATION FOR MULTIPLE AMENDMENTS CHANGE IN BENEFICIAL INTEREST/TRANSFER or ISSUANCE OF STOCK CURRENT OWNERSHIP (Before Change in Beneficial Interest) Please list all individuals or entities with a director indirect,beneficial or financial interest in this license. This pertains to the current licensee(before change in beneficial interest occurs). Name Title/Position %Owned Other Beneficial Interest Jie Zhang Stockholder/Officer(President) 25.0% n/a Yee Kan Wong Stockholder/Officer(Treasurer) 25.0% n/a Sufang Wang Stockholder/Officer(Secretary) 25.0% n/a Jin Chao Li Stockholder/Director 25.0% n/a Ni Ru Wu Director n/a(0%) n/a Kong Yew Foo Director n/a(0%) n/a PROPOSED OWNERSHIP (After Change in Beneficial Interest) Please list all individuals or entities with a direct or indirect,beneficial or financial interest in this license. An individual or entity has a direct beneficial interest in a license when the individual or entity owns or controls any part of the license.For example,if John Smith owns Smith LLC,a licensee,John Smith has a direct beneficial interest in the license. An individual or entity has an indirect beneficial interest if the individual or entity has 1)any ownership interest in the license through an intermediary,no matter how removed from direct ownership,2)any form of control over part of a license no matter how attenuated,or 3)otherwise benefits in any way from the license's operation.For Example,Jane Doe owns Doe Holding Company Inc.,which is a shareholder of Doe LLC,the license holder.Jane Doe has an indirect interest in the license. A.All individuals listed below are required to complete a Beneficial Inter est Contact Individual form. B.All entities listed below are required to complete a Beneficial Interest.Contact_ Organization form. C.Any individual with any ownership in this license and/or the proposed manager of record must complete a C.01RI R,1e ise For w. Name Title/Position %Owned Other Beneficial Interest Yee Kan Wong Stockholder/Officer(President&Treasurer) 50.0% n/a Sufang Wang Stockholder/Officer(Secretary) 25.0% n/a Jin Chao Li Stockholder/Director 25.0% n/a Kong Yew Foo Director n/a(0%) n/a 5 APPLICATION FOR MULTIPLE AMENDMENTS AMENDMENT APPLICATION FOR: Change of Corporate Name,Change of DBA, Change of Legal Structure,Change of Class, Change of Category Please check the amendment that you are applying for and complete the corresponding section. Please refer to the requirements page for required documents. PLEDGE INFORMATION Are you seeking approval for a pledge? (-Yes (o No To whom is the pledge is being made: n/a Does the lender have a beneficial interest in this Please indicate what you are seeking to pledge(check an that apply) license? ('Yes (.'No License F Stock/Beneficial Interest M Inventory Does the lease require a pledge of this license? ('Yes Ce No Change of Corporate Name Last-Approved Corporate Name: F__ This is the License Entity Name or the Business Contact Requested New Corporate Name: Change of DBA Last-Approved DBA: Requested New DBA: F� Change of Corporate Structure Last-Approved Corporate Structure LLC,Corporation,Sole Proprietor,etc Requested New Corporate Structure Change of License Categoa Last-Approved License Category All Alcohol,Wine and Malt, Wine Malt and Cordials Requested New License Category Change of License Class Last-Approved License Class Seasonal or Annual Requested New License Class F� Change of License Type* Last-Approved License Type i.e. Restaurant to Club Package Store to Supermarket Requested New License Type *CAN NOT change from an on-premise to an off-premises license type.* 6 APPLICANT'S STATEMENT 1, Kong Yew Foo the: ❑sole proprietor; ❑ partner; 0 corporate principal; ❑ LLC/LLP member Authorized Signatory Of Pade Group,Inc.d/b/a Jade North Andover , hereby submit this application for IChange of Manager&Change of Beneficial Interest,etc. Name of the Entity/Corporation Transaction(s)you are applying for (hereinafter the"Application"),to the local licensing authority(the"LLA")and the Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission (the "ABCC"and together with the LLA collectively the"Licensing Authorities")for approval. I do hereby declare under the pains and penalties of perjury that I have personal knowledge of the information submitted in the Application, and as such affirm that all statement and representations therein are true to the best of my knowledge and belief. I further submit the following to be true and accurate: (1) 1 understand that each representation in this Application is material to the Licensing Authorities'decision on the Application and that the Licensing Authorities will rely on each and every answer in the Application and accompanying documents in reaching its decision; (2) 1 state that the location and description of the proposed licensed premises does not violate any requirement of the ABCC or other state law or local ordinances; (3) 1 understand that while the Application is pending,I must notify the Licensing Authorities of any change in the information submitted therein. I understand that failure to give such notice to the Licensing Authorities may result in disapproval of the Application; (4) 1 understand that upon approval of the Application, I must notify the Licensing Authorities of any change in the Application information as approved by the Licensing Authorities. I understand that failure to give such notice to the Licensing Authorities may result in sanctions including revocation of any license for which this Application is submitted; (5) 1 understand that the licensee will be bound by the statements and representations made in the Application, including, but not limited to the identity of persons with an ownership or financial interest in the license; (6) 1 understand that all statements and representations made become conditions of the license; (7) 1 understand that any physical alterations to or changes to the size of,the area used for the sale,delivery,storage,or consumption of alcoholic beverages, must be reported to the Licensing Authorities and may require the prior approval of the Licensing Authorities; (8) 1 understand that the licensee's failure to operate the licensed premises in accordance with the statements and representations made in the Application may result in sanctions, including the revocation of any license for which the Application was submitted;and (9) 1 understand that any false statement or misrepresentation will constitute cause for disapproval of the Application or sanctions including revocation of any license for which this Application is submitted. Signature: Obri, -ukA Date: V Title: Director/Manager ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES CONTROL COMMISSION BENEFICIAL INTEREST CONTACT- Individual (Formerly known as a Personal Information Form) Please complete a Beneficial Interest- Individual sheet for all individual(s) who have a direct or indirect beneficial interest, with Dr without ownership, in this license. This includes people with a financial interest and people without financial interest (i.e. board of directors for not-for-profit clubs). All individuals with direct or indirect financial interest must also submit a COR Authorization Form. An individual with direct beneficial interest is defined as someone who has interest directly in the proposed licensee. For example, if ABC Inc is the proposed licensee, all individuals with interest in ABC Inc are considered to have direct beneficial interest in ABC Inc (the proposed licensee). An individual with indirect beneficial interest is defined as someone who has ownership in a parent level company of the proposed licensee. For example, if ABC Inc is the proposed licensee and is 100%owned by XYZ Inc, all individuals with interest in XYZ Inc are considered to have an indirect beneficial interest in ABC Inc (the proposed licensee). Salutation F�] First Name Jin Chao Middle Name Last Name Li Suffix Title: Owner Social Security Number _ Date of Birth �— Primary Phone: 617-785-7427 Email: Mobile Phone: Fax Number Alternative Phone: Business Address Street Number: 24 Street Name: High Street City/Town: North Andover 7-71 State: MA Zip Code: 01845 Country: USA Mailing Address ❑ Check here ifyour Mailing Address is the some as your Business Address Street Number: 158 Street Name: Adams Street City/Town: Malden 777�1 Stater MA Zip Code: 02148 Country: USA Types of Interest(select all that apply) ❑ Contractual ❑X Director ❑ Landlord ❑ LLC Manager ❑ LLC Member ❑ Management Agreement ❑ Officer ❑ Partner ❑ Revenue Sharing ❑ Sole Proprietor ❑X Stockholder ❑ Other Citizenship/Residency Information Are you a U.S.Citizen? (' Yes G No Are you a Massachusetts Resident? (:Yes (' No Criminal History Have you ever been convicted of a state,federal,or military crime? ('Yes G No wl ,w 1(.. -r. ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES CONTROL COMMISSION BENEFICIAL INTEREST CONTACT - Individual (continued) Ownership/Interest If you hold a direct beneficial interest Using the definition above,do you hold a direct (; Direct C1 Indirect in the proposed licensee,please list or indirect interest in the proposed licensee? the%of interest you hold. it , , I II h, t•s'� i,il t!1't'[e'�l I111i�1, IICE'Cle_ Ut�''--`�- �CN41;,lct:— llta iii u:'i ,l,�f, i( Ft<< ,i ;- �• Ownership/Interest If you hold an indirect interest in the proposed licensee, please list the organization(s)you hold a direct interest in which, in turn, hold a direct or indirect interest in the proposed licensee. These generally include parent companies, holding companies, trusts, etc. A Beneficial Interest-Organization Form will need to be completed for each entity listed below. Name of Beneficial Interest-Organization FEIN n/a Other Beneficial Interest List any indirect or indirect beneficial or financial interest you have in any other Massachusetts Alcoholic Beverages License(s). Name of License Type of License License Number Premises Address n/a Familial Beneficial Interest Does any member of your immediate family have ownership interest in any other Massachusetts Alcoholic Beverages Licenses? Immediate family includes parents, siblings, spouse and spouse's parents. Please list below. Relationship to You ABCC License Number Type of Interest(choose primary function) Percentage of Interest n/a Prior Disciplinary Action Have you ever been involved directly or indirectly in an alcoholic beverages license that was subject to disciplinary action? If yes, please complete the following: Date of Action Name of License State City Reason for suspension,revocation or cancellation n/a ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES CONTROL COMMISSION BENEFICIAL INTEREST CONTACT - Individual (Formerly known as a Personal Information Form) Please complete a Beneficial Interest- Individual sheet for all individual(s) who have a direct or indirect beneficial interest, with :)r without ownership, in this license. This includes people with a financial interest and people without financial interest(i.e. board of directors for not-for-profit clubs). All individuals with direct or indirect financial interest must also submit a COR,. 4uthorization Form. An individual with direct beneficial interest is defined as someone who has interest directly in the proposed licensee. For example, if ABC Inc is the proposed licensee, all individuals with interest in ABC Inc are considered to have direct beneficial interest in ABC Inc (the proposed licensee). An individual with indirect beneficial interest is defined as someone who has ownership in a parent level company of the proposed licensee. For example, if ABC Inc is the proposed licensee and is 100%owned by XYZ Inc, all individuals with interest in XYZ Inc are considered to have an indirect beneficial interest in ABC Inc (the proposed licensee). Salutation Mr. First Name Yee Kan Middle Name Last Name Wong Suffix Title: Owner Social Security Number Date of Birth Primary Phone: 857-222-5200 Email: kentwongl68@gmail.com Mobile Phone: 857-222-5200 Fax Number Alternative Phone: Business Address Street Number: 24 Street Name: High Street City/Town: North Andover State: MA Zip Code: 101845 Country: USA Mailing Address ❑ Check here if your Mailing Address is the some as your Business Address Street Number: 50 Street Name: Des Moines Road,Unit 3E City/Town: Quincy State: MA 1 Zip Code: 02169 Country: USA Types of Interest(select all that apply) ❑ Contractual ❑ Director ❑ Landlord ❑ LLC Manager ❑ LLC Member ❑ Management Agreement ❑ Officer ❑ Partner ❑ Revenue Sharing ❑ Sole Proprietor ❑X Stockholder ❑ Other Citizenship/Residency Information Are you a U.S.Citizen? (:Yes C' No Are you a Massachusetts Resident? Yes (' No Criminal History Have you ever been convicted of a state,federal,or military crime? (' Yes (: No ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES CONTROL COMMISSION BENEFICIAL INTEREST CONTACT - Individual (continued) Ownership/Interest If you hold a direct beneficial interest ,Using the definition above,do you hold a direct (*— Direct (' Indirect in the proposed licensee,please list or indirect interest in the proposed licensee? the%of interest you hold. i ' k, ii Ir9(rr;"t Ire Yh�, Ih i lei p1d,r CorII�)1� t ih, Ownership/Interest If you hold an indirect interest in the proposed licensee, please list the organization(s)you hold a direct interest in which, in turn, hold a direct or indirect interest in the proposed licensee. These generally include parent companies, holding companies, trusts, etc. A Beneficial Interest-Organization Form will need to be completed for each entity listed below. Name of Beneficial Interest-Organization FEIN n/a F_ Other Beneficial Interest List any indirect or indirect beneficial or financial interest you have in any other Massachusetts Alcoholic Beverages License(s). Name of License Type of License License Number Premises Address Mandarin Reading,Inc. §12 On Premises 00007-RS-1016 296 Salem Street,Reading,MA 01867 Familial Beneficial Interest Does any member of your immediate family have ownership interest in any other Massachusetts Alcoholic Beverages Licenses? Immediate family includes parents, siblings, spouse and spouse's parents. Please list below. Relationship to You ABCC License Number Type of Interest(choose primary function) Percentage of Interest n/a Prior Disciplinary Action Have you ever been involved directly or indirectly in an alcoholic beverages license that was subject to disciplinary action? If yes, please complete the following: Date of Action Name of License State City Reason for suspension,revocation or cancellation n/a ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES CONTROL COMMISSION BENEFICIAL INTEREST CONTACT - Individual (Formerly known as a Personal Information Form) Please complete a Beneficial Interest- Individual sheet for all individual(s)who have a direct or indirect beneficial interest, with or without ownership, in this license. This includes people with a financial interest and people without financial interest (i.e. board of directors for not-for-profit clubs). All individuals with direct or indirect financial interest must also submit a CORI Authorizatt n Forrn. An individual with direct beneficial interest is defined as someone who has interest directly in the proposed licensee. For example, if ABC Inc is the proposed licensee, all individuals with interest in ABC Inc are considered to have direct beneficial interest in ABC Inc(the proposed licensee). An individual with indirect beneficial interest is defined as someone who has ownership in a parent level company of the proposed licensee. For example, if ABC Inc is the proposed licensee and is 100%owned by XYZ Inc, all individuals with interest in XYZ Inc are considered to have an indirect beneficial interest in ABC Inc(the proposed licensee). Salutation = First Name Sufang Middle Name Last Name Wang Suffix Title: Owner Social Security Number —� Date of Birth 0 Primary Phone: 917-836-3355 Email: sallynl68@hotmail.com Mobile Phone: 917-836-3355 Fax Number Alternative Phone: 508-329-2028 Business Address Street Number: 24 Street Name: High Street City/Town: North Andover == State: �MA Zip Code: 01845 Country: [USA Mailing Address ❑X Check here if your Mailing Address is the some as your Business Address Street Number: Street Name: City/Town: 77 State: Zip Code: Country: Types of Interest(select all that apply) Contractual M Director E] Landlord LLC Manager LLC Member Management Agreement Officer Partner Revenue Sharing E] Sole Proprietor Stockholder Other CitizenshiR/Residency Information Are you a U.S.Citizen? ('Yes r: No Are you a Massachusetts Resident? (:Yes (` No Criminal History Have you ever been convicted of a state,federal,or military crime? (' Yes t: No 4 F"''i'' "` `''' j ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES CONTROL COMMISSION BENEFICIAL INTEREST CONTACT - Individual (continued) Ownership/Interest If you hold a direct beneficial interest Using the definition above,do you hold a direct (; Direct (' Indirect in the proposed licensee,please list or indirect interest in the proposed licensee? the%of interest you hold. rrJ Y tui i! liil;. .PSI in tfL. 1),shat,; �i, i,t iOMLifr-Y' Hk ()iron :h-, Ownership/Interest If you hold an indirect interest in the proposed licensee, please list the organization(s)you hold a direct interest in which, in turn, hold a direct or indirect interest in the proposed licensee. These generally include parent companies, holding companies, trusts, etc. A Beneficial Interest-Organization Form will need to be completed for each entity listed below. Name of Beneficial Interest-Organization FEIN n/a Other Beneficial Interest List any indirect or indirect beneficial or financial interest you have in any other Massachusetts Alcoholic Beverages License(s). Name of License Type of License License Number Premises Address Milford Mandarin Restaurant Inc. §12 On Premises 00053-RS-0706 196 East Main Street,Milford,MA 01757 n/a Familial Beneficial Interest Does any member of your immediate family have ownership interest in any other Massachusetts Alcoholic Beverages Licenses? Immediate family includes parents, siblings, spouse and spouse's parents. Please list below. Relationship to You ABCC License Number Type of Interest(choose primary function) Percentage of Interest Prior Disciplinary Action Have you ever been involved directly or indirectly in an alcoholic beverages license that was subject to disciplinary action? If yes, please complete the following: Date of Action Name of License State City Reason for suspension,revocation or cancellation n/a ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES CONTROL COMMISSION BENEFICIAL INTEREST CONTACT- Individual (Formerly known as a Personal Information Form) Please complete a Beneficial Interest-Individual sheet for all individual(s)who have a direct or indirect beneficial interest,with or without ownership, in this license. This includes people with a financial interest and people without financial interest (i.e. board of directors for not-for-profit clubs). All individuals with direct or indirect financial interest must also submit a CORI Authorization F orni. An individual with direct beneficial interest is defined as someone who has interest directly in the proposed licensee. For example, if ABC Inc is the proposed licensee, all individuals with interest in ABC Inc are considered to have direct beneficial interest in ABC Inc(the proposed licensee). An individual with indirect beneficial interest is defined as someone who has ownership in a parent level company of the proposed licensee. For example, if ABC Inc is the proposed licensee and is 100%owned by XYZ Inc,all individuals with interest in XYZ Inc are considered to have an indirect beneficial interest in ABC Inc(the proposed licensee). Salutation K�:] First Name Kong Yew Middle Name Last Name Foo Suffix Title: [Member of the Board of Entity Social Security Number Date of Birth Primary Phone: 917-922-1347 Email: kennyfoo@msn.com Mobile Phone: Fax Number 978-918-7184 Alternative Phone: 978-655-7220 Business Address Street Number: 24 Street Name: High Street City/Town: North Andover State: MA Zip Code: 01845 Country: USA Mailing Address 0 Check here if yourMailing Address is the some os your Business Address Street Number: Street Name: City/Town: State: Zip Code: Country: Types of Interest(select all that apply) ❑ Contractual FX� Director ❑ Landlord ❑ LLC Manager ❑ LLC Member ❑ Management Agreement ❑ Officer ❑ Partner ❑ Revenue Sharing ❑ Sole Proprietor ❑ Stockholder ❑ Other Citizenship/Residency Information Are you a U.S.Citizen? (*Yes (^ No Are you a Massachusetts Resident? (*—Yes (' No Criminal History Have you ever been convicted of a state,federal,or military crime? ('Yes G No ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES CONTROL COMMISSION BENEFICIAL INTEREST CONTACT - Individual (continued) Ownership/Interest If you hold a direct beneficial interest Using the definition above, you hold a direct �: Direct (' Indirect in the proposed licensee,please list!o or indirect interest in the proposed licensee? 0 0/o the of interest you hold. u, fla„ h(, ,r Ownership/Interest If you hold an indirect interest in the proposed licensee, please list the organization(s)you hold a direct interest in which, in turn, hold a direct or indirect interest in the proposed licensee. These generally include parent companies, holding companies, trusts, etc. A Beneficial Interest-Organization Form will need to be completed for each entity listed below. Name of Beneficial Interest-Organization FEIN n/a Other Beneficial Interest List any indirect or indirect beneficial or financial interest you have in any other Massachusetts Alcoholic Beverages License(s). Name of License Type of License License Number Premises Address n/a Familial Beneficial Interest Does any member of your immediate family have ownership interest in any other Massachusetts Alcoholic Beverages Licenses? Immediate family includes parents, siblings, spouse and spouse's parents. Please list below. Relationship to You ABCC License Number Type of Interest(choose primary function) Percentage of Interest n/a Prior Disciplinary Action Have you ever been involved directly or indirectly in an alcoholic beverages license that was subject to disciplinary action? If yes, please complete the following: Date of Action Name of License State City Reason for suspension,revocation or cancellation n/a Commonwealth of Massachusetts Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission 239 Causeway Street,First Floor Boston,MA 02114 DEBORAH B.GOLDBERG CORI REQUEST FORM JEAN M.LORIZ/O,ESQ. TREASURER AND RECEIVER GENERAL CHAIRMAN The Alcoholic BeveracFes Control Commission ("ABCC") has been certified by the Criminal History Systems Board to access conviction and pending Criminal Offender Record Information ("CORI"). For the purpose of approving each shareholder, owner, licensee or applicant for an alcoholic beverages license, I understand that a criminal record check will be conducted on me, pursuant to the above. The information below is correct to the best of my knowledge. ABCC LICENSE INFORMATION ABCC NUMBER: 3395 LICENSEE NAME: Jade Group,Inc.d/b/a Jade North Andover CITY/TOWN: North Andover (IF EXISTING LICENSEE) APPLICANT INFORMATION LAST NAME: Li FIRST NAME: Jin Chao7-71 MIDDLE NAME: MAIDEN NAME OR ALIAS(IF APPLICABLE): PLACE OF BIRTH: China DATE OF BIRTH: ( SSN: F ID THEFT INDEX PIN(IF APPLICABLE): MOTHER'S MAIDEN NAME: Yi DRIVER'S LICENSE#: STATE LIC.ISSUED: Ma55achu5ett5 GENDER: MALE :1 HEIGHT: E::� F-7] WEIGHT: 150 EYE COLOR: Brown CURRENT ADDRESS: 158 Adams Street CITY/TOWN: Malden STATE:F-��] ZIP: 02148 FORMER ADDRESS: CITY/TOWN: STATE:E= ZIP: PRINTAND SIGN PRINTED NAME: din Chao Li APPLICANT/EMPLOYEE SIGNATURE: � NOTARY INFORMATION On this !� 17Kl S oZO� before me,the undersigned notary public,personally appeared Jin Chao U (name of document signer),proved to me through satisfactory evidence of identification,which were photo ID issues by government to be the person whose name is signed on the preceding or attached document,and acknowledged to me that(he) (she)signed it voluntarily for its stated purpose. NOTARY JOHN T. SMOLAK Notary Public Commonwealth of Massachusetts My Commission Expires DIVISION USE ONLY November 28, 2019 REQUESTED BY: SIGNATURE OFCRI-AU'HORIZED EMPLOYEE The DCII Identity Theft Index PIN Number is to be completed by those applicants that have been issued an Identity Theft PIN Number Dy the DCII.Certified agencies are required to provide all applicants the opportunity to include this in to ensure the accuracy of the CORI request process. ALL CORI request forms that include this field am required to be submitted to the D01 via mail or by fax to(637)6664614. Commonwealth of Massachusetts Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission 239 Causeway Street,First Floor Boston,MA 02114 DEBORAH B.GOLDBERG CORI REQUEST FORM JEAN M.L ORIZIO,ESQ. TREASURER AND RECEIVER GENERAL CHAIRMAN The Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission ("ABCC") has been certified by the Criminal History Systems Board to access conviction and pending Criminal Offender Record Information ("CORI"). For the purpose of approving each shareholder, owner, licensee or applicant for an alcoholic beverages license, I understand that a criminal record check will be conducted on me, pursuant to the above. The information below is correct to the best of my knowledge. ABCC LICENSE INFORMATION ABCC NUMBER: I I I— I 3395 LICENSEE NAME: Jade Group,Inc.d/b/a Jade North Andover CITY/TOWN: North Andover (IF EXISTING LICENSEE) APPLICANT INFORMATION LAST NAME: Wong FIRST NAME: Yee Kan MIDDLE NAME: MAIDEN NAME OR ALIAS(IF APPLICABLE): PLACE OF BIRTH: China r DATE OF BIRTH: I SSN: IS ID THEFT INDEX PIN(IF APPLICABLE): MOTHER'S MAIDEN NAME: Yi DRIVER'S LICENSE#: 0 STATE LIC.ISSUED: Massachusetts I GENDER:[MALE HEIGHT: WEIGHT: 160 EYE COLOR: Brown CURRENT ADDRESS: [50 De Moines Road,Unit 3E CITY/TOWN: Quincy STATE: MA ZIP: 02169 FORMER ADDRESS: 3 Roberts Street CITY/TOWN: Quincy STATE: MA ZIP: 02169 -1 PRINT AND SIGN PRINTED NAME: Yee Kan Wong APPLICANT/EMPLOYEE SIGNATURE: NOTARY INFORMATION On this ,# , Ii &4jZSY before me,the undersigned notary public,personally appeared he Kan Wong (name of document signer),proved to me through satisfactory evidence of identification,which were photo ID issues by government to be the person whose name is signed on the preceding or attached document,and acknodged to me that(he) (she)signed it voluntarily for its stated purpose. NOTARY / JOHN T. SMOLAK Notary Public Commonwealth of Massachusetts My Commission Expires DIVISION USE ONLY November 29, 2019 REQUESTED BY: SIGNATURE OF CORI-AUTHORIZED MPl YEE The DUI Identity Theft Index PIN Number is to be completed by those applicants that have been issued an Identity Theft PIN Number by the DUI.Certified agencies are required to provide all applicants the opportunity to include this information to ensure the accuracy of the CORI request process. ALL CORI request forms that include this field are required to be submitted to the DCII via mail or by fax to(617)660.4614. Commonwealth of Massachusetts Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission 239 Causeway Street,First Floor Boston,MA 02114 DEBORAH B.GOLDBERG CORI REQUEST FORM JEAN M.LORIZIO,ESQ. TREASURER AND RECEIVER GENERAL CHAIRMAN The Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission ("ABCC") has been certified by the Criminal History Systems Board to access conviction and pending Criminal Offender Record Information ("CORI"). For the purpose of approving each shareholder, owner, licensee or applicant for an alcoholic beverages license, 1 understand that a criminal record check will be conducted on me, pursuant to the above. The information below is correct to the best of my knowledge. ABCC LICENSE INFORMATION ABCC NUMBER: 3395 LICENSEE NAME: Jade Group,Inc.d/b/a Jade North Andover CITY/TOWN: North Andover (IF EXISTING LICENSEE) APPLICANT INFORMATION LAST NAME: Wang FIRST NAME: Sufang MIDDLE NAME: MAIDEN NAME OR ALIAS(IF APPLICABLE): PLACE OF BIRTH: China DATE OF BIRTH: SSN: ID THEFT INDEX PIN(IF APPLICABLE): MOTHER'S MAIDEN NAME: Xu DRIVER'S LICENSE#: STATE LIC.ISSUED: MassachusettsL GENDER: FEMALE HEIGHT: 3� WEIGHT: 120 EYE COLOR: Black CURRENT ADDRESS: 155 Milk Street,Apt.9 CITY/TOWN: Westborough STATE: MA ZIP: 01581 FORMER ADDRESS: r� CITY/TOWN: STATEN I ZIP: PRINT AND SIGN PRINTED NAME: Sufang Wang APPLICANT/EMPLOYEE SIGNATURE: NOTARY INFORMATION On this kv 1W wt,"us 7,34efore me,the undersigned notary public,personally appeared Sufang Wang (name of document signer),proved to me through satisfactory evidence of identification,which were photo ID issues by government to be the person whose name is signed on the preceding or attached document,and acknowledged to me that(he) (she)signed it voluntarily for its stated purpose. NOTARY JOHN T. SMOLAK Notary Public Commonwealth of Massachusetts ![ My Commission Expires November 28, 2019 DIVISI NUSEONLY REQUESTED BY: SI NANR I-AU H I MVLOYEE The DUI Identify Theft Index PIN Number is to be completed by those applicants that have been issued an Identity Theft PIN Number by the DC11,Certified agencies are required to provide all applicants the opportunity to include this information to ensure the accuracy of the CORI request process. ALL CORI request forms that Include this field arc required to be submitted to the DCII via mail or by fax to(617)660-4614. Commonwealth of Massachusetts Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission 239 Causeway Street,First Floor Boston,MA 02114 DEBORAH B.GOLDBERG CORI REQUEST FORM JEAN M.LORIZIO,ESQ. TREASURER AND RECEIVER GENERAL CHAIRMAN The Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission ("ABCC") has been certified by the Criminal History Systems Board to access conviction and pending Criminal Offender Record Information ("CORI"). For the purpose of approving each shareholder, owner, licensee or applicant for an alcoholic beverages license, I understand that a criminal record check will be conducted on me, pursuant to the above. The information below is correct to the best of my knowledge. ABCC LICENSE INFORMATION ABCC NUMBER: 3395 LICENSEE NAME: Jade Group,Inc.d/b/a Jade North Andover CITY/TOWN: North Andover IIF E7DSTING LICENSEE) APPLICANT INFORMATION �I LAST NAME: Foo FIRST NAME: Kong Yew I MIDDLE NAME: MAIDEN NAME OR ALIAS(IF APPLICABLE): PLACE OF BIRTH: Malaysia DATE OF BIRTH: 71 SSN: _ ID THEFT INDEX PIN(IF APPLICABLE): MOTHER'S MAIDEN NAME: Wong DRIVER'S LICENSE#: __ STATE LIC.ISSUED: Massachusetts GENDER: FEMALE ::1 HEIGHT: D O WEIGHT: 186 EYE COLOR: Black CURRENT ADDRESS: 155 Milk Street,Apt.9 CITY/TOWN: Westborough STATE: MA ZIP: 01581 FORMER ADDRESS: CITY/TOWN: STATE:O ZIP: PRINT AND SIGN PRINTED NAME: Kong Yew FOO APPLICANT/EMPLOYEE SIGNATURE: NOTARY INFORMATION On this // KS /& before me,the undersigned notary public,personally appeared Kong Yew Foo (name of document signer),proved to me through satisfactory evidence of identification,which were photo 1D issued by government to be the person whose name is signed on the preceding or attached document,and acknowledged to me that(he) (she)signed it voluntarily for its stated purpose. NOTARY JOHN T. SMOLAK Notary public .Commonwealth of Masscchusetts My Commission Expires November 28, 2019 DIVISION USE ONLY REQUESTED BY: SIGNATURE I-AU HORIZ D EMPLOYEE The DCII Identify Theft Ince,PIN Number is to be completed by those applicants that have been issued an Identity Theft PIN Number by the DCII.Certified agencies are required to provide all applicants the opportunity to include this information to ensure the accuracy of the CORI request process. ALL CORI request forms that include this field are required to be submitted to the DCII via mail or by fax to(617)660.4614. NThe Commonwealth of Massachusetts Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission 239 Causeway Street U1W Boston,MA 02114 AMENDMENT APPLICATION FOR A CHANGE OF BENEFICIAL INTEREST OR TRANSFER/ISSUANCE OF STOCK Wfi"�t; if.t;�M(4 tit) j hl' tt/urrk. // CiE-til 1. NAME OF LICENSEE (Business Contact) Jade Group,Inc.d/b/a Jade North Andover ABCC License Number City/Town of Licensee 03395-RS-0826 North Andover 2. APPLICATION CONTACT The application contact is required and is the person who will be contacted with any questions regarding this application. First Name: Brian Middle: G. Last Name: Vaughan Title: Attorney Primary Phone: 978-327-5217 Email: bvaughan@smolakvaughan.com 3. BUSINESS CONTACT £cY�rCUiTIpi:'i.F !int, -,PCttC>r`s 01%Y iI there" are changes to the Licensee phone rlumbe►, bttsines5 addrk'K, '01pe!,it : ;_r..a:1(.�t�d�tet4d. C7� ns{�ittrl� c�c;CtfE'Ss. Entity Name: Primary Phone: F Fax Number: Alternative Phone: Email: Business Address(Corporate Headquarters) Street Number: Street Name: City/Town: State: Zip Code: Country: Mailing Address 7 Check here if your Mailing Address is the some as your Business Address Street Number: Street Name: City/Town: State: �— Zip Code: Country: 1 AMENDMENT APPLICATION FOR A CHANGE OF BENEFICIAL INTEREST OR TRANSFER/ISSUANCE OF STOCK 4. CURRENT OWNERSHIP (Before Change in Beneficial Interest) Please list all individuals or entities with a direct or indirect,beneficial or financial interest in this license. This pertains to the current licensee(before change in beneficial interest occurs). Name Title/Position %Owned Other Beneficial Interest Jie Zhang Stockholder/Officer(President) 25.0% n/a Yee Kan Wong Stockholder/Officer(Treasurer) 25.0% n/a Sufang Wang Stockholder/Officer(Secretary) 25,0% n/a Jin Chao Li Stockholder/Director 25.0% n/a Ni Ru Wu Director n/a(0%) n/a Kong Yew Foo Director n/a(0%) n/a PROPOSED OWNERSHIP (After Change in Beneficial Interest) Please list all individuals or entities with a direct or indirect,beneficial or financial interest in this license. An individual or entity has a direct beneficial interest in a license when the individual or entity owns or controls any part of the license.For example,if John Smith owns Smith LLC,a licensee,John Smith has a direct beneficial interest in the license. An individual or entity has an indirect beneficial interest if the individual or entity has 1)any ownership interest in the license through an intermediary,no matter how removed from direct ownership,2)any form of control over part of a license no matter how attenuated,or 3)otherwise benefits in any way from the license's operation.For Example,Jane Doe owns Doe Holding Company Inc.,which is a shareholder of Doe LLC,the license holder.Jane Doe has an indirect interest in the license. A.All individuals listed below are required to complete a Beneficial interest Contact Individual form. B.All entities listed below are required to complete a Beneficial Interest C ontact-Organization form. C.Any individual with any ownership in this license and/or the proposed manager of record must complete a WRI kc it-,, r U,n_ Name Title/Position %Owned Other Beneficial Interest Yee Kan Wong Stockholder/Officer(President&Treasurer) 50.0% n/a Sufang Wang Stockholder/Officer(Secretary) 25.0% n/a Jin Chao Li Stockholder/Director 25.0% n/a Kong Yew Foo Director n/a(0%) n/a 2 APPLICANT'S STATEMENT 1, Kong Yew Foo the: ❑sole proprietor; ❑ partner; ❑x corporate principal; ❑ LLC/LLP member Authorized Signatory Of Jade Group,Inc.d/b/a Jade North Andover , hereby submit this application for lChange of Beneficial Interest or Transfer/Issuance of Stock Name of the Entity/Corporation Transaction(s)you are applying for (hereinafter the"Application"),to the local licensing authority (the"LLA") and the Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission (the "ABCC"and together with the LLA collectively the "Licensing Authorities")for approval. I do hereby declare under the pains and penalties of perjury that I have personal knowledge of the information submitted in the Application, and as such affirm that all statement and representations therein are true to the best of my knowledge and belief. I further submit the following to be true and accurate: (1) 1 understand that each representation in this Application is material to the Licensing Authorities' decision on the Application and that the Licensing Authorities will rely on each and every answer in the Application and accompanying documents in reaching its decision; (2) 1 state that the location and description of the proposed licensed premises does not violate any requirement of the ABCC or other state law or local ordinances; (3) 1 understand that while the Application is pending, I must notify the Licensing Authorities of any change in the information submitted therein. I understand that failure to give such notice to the Licensing Authorities may result in disapproval of the Application; (4) 1 understand that upon approval of the Application, I must notify the Licensing Authorities of any change in the Application information as approved by the Licensing Authorities. I understand that failure to give such notice to the Licensing Authorities may result in sanctions including revocation of any license for which this Application is submitted; (5) 1 understand that the licensee will be bound by the statements and representations made in the Application, including, but not limited to the identity of persons with an ownership or financial interest in the license; (6) 1 understand that all statements and representations made become conditions of the license; (7) 1 understand that any physical alterations to or changes to the size of,the area used for the sale,delivery,storage,or consumption of alcoholic beverages, must be reported to the Licensing Authorities and may require the prior approval of the Licensing Authorities; (8) 1 understand that the licensee's failure to operate the licensed premises in accordance with the statements and representations made in the Application may result in sanctions, including the revocation of any license for which the Application was submitted;and (9) 1 understand that any false statement or misrepresentation will constitute cause for disapproval of the Application or sanctions including revocation of any license for which this Application is submitted. Sign ature: Z 1A; Date: f l 0 /Z 0 tB Title: Director The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission 239 Causeway Street Boston,MA 02114 Ltdw_M.teas 1.gn I/uhcc• AMENDEMENT APPLICATION FOR A CHANGE OF MANAGER �r '-- ;-�i; 1 , :>rr. . r(. n`(i1V�l ') 1r-'i7l'!f7(� lli'JFf'ItI'. I)i(7,'!�( ��ffP'!l�(7' Fti f!O( 1;�3j'�C YI';' '.�,. ;j' } ,:�•. ',_ ... ., ,. 1. NAME OF LICENSEE (Business Contact) Jade Group,Inc. d/b/a Jade North Andover ABCC License Number City/Town of Licensee 03395-RS-0826 � North Andover 2. APPLICATION CONTACT The application contact is required and is the person who will be contacted with any questions regarding this application. First Name: Brian Middle: G. Last Name: Vaughan:1 Title: Attorney 771 Primary Phone: 978-327-5217 Email: bvaughan@smolakvaughan.com 3. BUSINESS CONTACT �ecnc r, :ONLY if there are changes to the hcerls.-e=phone number, btismes5 adclrr 5, ;cs.a,ou;ai, It{y}il{'�ifdtter�}, CSi fFsae4lCl� cal"4�Fe55. Entity Name: Primary Phone: 917-922-1347 Fax Number: F978-918-7184 Alternative Phone: 978-655-7220 Email: Business Address(Corporate Headquarters) Street Number: Street Name: City/Town: State: Zip Code: Country: Mailing Address ❑ Check here if your Moiling Address is the some os your Business Address Street Number: Street Name: City/Town: State: Zip Code: Country: 1 APPLICATION FOR A NEW RETAIL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES LICENSE 4. MANAGER CONTACT The Manager Contact is required and is the individual who will have day-to-day,operational control over the liquor license. Salutation Mr. First Name Kong Yew Middle Name C� Last Name Foo Suffix Social Security Number F Date of Birth Primary Phone: 917-922-1347 Email: kennyfoo@msn.com Mobile Phone: 917-922-1347 Place of Employment Jade Group,Inc.d/b/a Jade North Andover Alternative Phone: 978-655-7220 Fax Number F978-918-7184 Citizenship/Residency/Background Information of Proposed Manager Are you a U.S.Citizen? G Yes (' No Do you have direct,indirect,or financial interest in this license? (e-Yes (` No Have you ever been convicted of a state, ('Yes t: No federal,or military crime? If yes,percentage of interest 0% If yes,please indicate type of Interest(check ani that apply): Have you ever been Manager of Record of a (-Yes t No ❑ Officer ❑ Sole Proprietor license to sell alcoholic beverages? ❑ Stockholder ❑ LLC Manager If yes,please list the licenses ❑ LLC Member ❑X Director for which you are the current n/a ❑ Partner ❑ Landlord or proposed manager: ❑ Contractual ❑ Revenue Sharing ❑ Management Agreement ❑ Other Please indicate how many hours per week you intend to be on the licensed premises 80 Employment Information of Proposed Manager Please provide your employment history for the past 10 years Date(s) Position Employer Address Phone 3/2018-Current Director/Manager Jade North Andover 24 High Street,N.Andover,MA 01845 617-319-1264 2010-2018 Restaurant Manager Milford Mandarin Restaurant 196 E.Main Street,Milford,MA 01757 508-478-5800 2009-2010 Restaurant Manager Mandarin Reading Restaurant 296 Salem Street,Reading,MA 01867 781-942-8200 2008-2009 Restaurant Manager Caliente Cab Restaurant 61 7th Avenue S.,New York,NY 10014 212-243-8517 Prior Disciplinary Action of Proposed Manager Have you ever been involved directly or indirectly in an alcoholic beverages license that was subject to disciplinary action? If yes, please complete the following: Date of Action Name of License State City Reason for suspension,revocation or cancellation n/a COM HtquE,T: 2 APPLICANT'S STATEMENT 1, Kong Yew Foo the: ❑sole proprietor; ❑ partner; ❑x corporate principal; ❑ LLC/LLP member Authorized Signatory Of Padle Group,Inc.,d/b/a Jade North Andover , hereby submit this application for lAmendment Application for Change of Manager Name of the Entity/corporation Transaction(s)you are applying for (hereinafter the"Application"),to the local licensing authority(the"LLA")and the Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission (the "ABCC"and together with the LLA collectively the"Licensing Authorities")for approval. I do hereby declare under the pains and penalties of perjury that I have personal knowledge of the information submitted in the Application, and as such affirm that all statement and representations therein are true to the best of my knowledge and belief. I further submit the following to be true and accurate: (1) 1 understand that each representation in this Application is material to the Licensing Authorities'decision on the Application and that the Licensing Authorities will rely on each and every answer in the Application and accompanying documents in reaching its decision; (2) 1 state that the location and description of the proposed licensed premises does not violate any requirement of the ABCC or other state law or local ordinances; (3) 1 understand that while the Application is pending, I must notify the Licensing Authorities of any change in the information submitted therein. I understand that failure to give such notice to the Licensing Authorities may result in disapproval of the Application; (4) 1 understand that upon approval of the Application, I must notify the Licensing Authorities of any change in the Application information as approved by the Licensing Authorities. I understand that failure to give such notice to the Licensing Authorities may result in sanctions including revocation of any license for which this Application is submitted; (5) 1 understand that the licensee will be bound by the statements and representations made in the Application, including, but not limited to the identity of persons with an ownership or financial interest in the license; (6) 1 understand that all statements and representations made become conditions of the license; (7) 1 understand that any physical alterations to or changes to the size of,the area used for the sale,delivery,storage,or consumption of alcoholic beverages, must be reported to the Licensing Authorities and may require the prior approval of the Licensing Authorities; (8) 1 understand that the licensee's failure to operate the licensed premises in accordance with the statements and representations made in the Application may result in sanctions, including the revocation of any license for which the Application was submitted;and (9) 1 understand that any false statement or misrepresentation will constitute cause for disapproval of the Application or sanctions including revocation of any license for which this Application is submitted. Signature: 'r': ' U Date: 08/10/2018 Title: Director MA SOC Filing Number: 201693236710 Date: 8/5/2016 4:10:00 PM The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Minimum Fee:$250.00 i William Francis Galvin Secretary of the Commonwealth,Corporations Division One Ashburton Place, 17th floor Boston,MA 02108-1512 Special Filing Instructions p Telephone: (617)727-9640 Articles of Organization Chapter(General Laws, . if f! CMR 113.16) Identification Number: 001234735 f i ARTICLE I ''. The exact name of the corporation is: k JADE GROUP.INC. ARTICLE 11 Y Unless the articles of organization otherwise provide,all corporations formed pursuant to G.L.C156D have the purpose of engaging in any lawful business. Please specify if you want a more limited purpose: G, ARTICLE III d,. State the total number of shares and par value, if any, of each class of stock that the corporation is authorized to issue.All corporations must authorize stock. If only one class or series is authorized, it is not necessary to specify any particular designation. ....�. ....�- „.��� I Par Value Per Share Total Authorized by Articles Total Issued 1 i ` Class of Stock Enter 0 if no Par ? of Or Organization or Amendments l and Outstanding r g Num of Shares Total Par Value Num of Shares CNP � $0.00000 275,000 $0.00 � _ 275,000 G.L. C156D eliminates the concept of par value, however a corporation may specify par value in Article III.See G.L. L C156D Section'6.21 and the comments thereto. t i. ARTICLE IV �t If more than one class of stock is authorized,state a distinguishing designation for each class. Prior to the issuance of any shares of a class, if shares of another class are outstanding,the Business Entity must provide a description of the preferences, voting powers,qualifications, and special or relative rights or privileges of that class and of each other class of which shares are outstanding and of each series then established within any class. E ARTICLE V The restrictions, if any, imposed by the Articles of Organization upon the transfer of shares of stock of any class are: ARTICLE VI i Other lawful provisions, and if there are no provisions,this article may be left blank. Note: The preceding six(6) articles are considered to be permanent and may be changed only b filing Y 9 Y Y 9 appropriate articles of amendment. ARTICLE VII The effective date of organization and time the articles were received for filing if the articles are not rejected within the time prescribed by law. If a later effective date is desired, specify such date,which may not be later than the 90th day after the articles are received for filing. f Later Effective Date: Time: I ARTICLE Vlll The information contained in Article VIII is not a permanent part of the Articles of Organization. f a,b.The street address of the initial registered office of the corporation in the commonwealth and the name of the initial registered agent at the registered office: f Name: JIE ZHANG No. and Street: 1025 HANCOCK STREET i APT. 5L j City or Town: QUINCY State: MA Zip: 02169 Country: USA c.The names and street addresses of the individuals who will serve as the initial directors,president, Ltreasurer and secretary of the corporation (an address need not be specified if the business address of the fofficer or director is the same as the principal office location): E Title Individual Name Address(no PO Box) k First,Middle,Last,Suffix Address,City or Town,State,Zip Code PRESIDENT nM� JIE ZHANG { 1025 HANCOCK STREET,APT.5L QUINCY,MA 02169 USA . „�......_.,..,._... ,......... URER NI RU WU . .. � .. .,.1025 HANCOCK STREET,APT.5L .,..,,,•�>w,�.,6i �:. ........,,�..n- �TREASM .�.,�,..�... � t .. .,, QUINCY,MA 02169 USA 155 MILK STREET APT 9 WESTBOROUGH,MA 01581 USA DIRECTOR JIN CHAO Ll 158 ADAMS STREET i M x MALDEN,MA 02148 USA � o DIRECTOR NI RU WU 1025 HANCOCK STREET APT 5L „n YY`® w�xYm QUINCY,MA 02169 USA f, DIRECTOR KONG YEW FOO 155 MILK STREET ff WESTBOROUGH MA 01568 USA f l d.The fiscal year end (i.e.,tax year)of the corporation: December e.A brief description of the type of business in which the corporation intends to engage: k C: RESTAURANT AND BAR I f.The street address (post office boxes are not acceptable)of the principal office of the corporation: f No. and Street: 24 HIGH STREET kk City or Town: NORTH ANDOVER State: MA Zip: 01845 Country:USA l' g. Street address where the records of the corporation required to be kept in the Commonwealth are F located (post office boxes are not acceptable): No. and Street: 24 HIGH STREET City or Town: NORTH ANDOVER State: MA Zip: 01845 Country: USA which is X its principal office — an office of its transfer agent an office of its secretary/assistant secretary its registered office Signed this 5 Day of August,2016 at 4:10:39 PM by the incorporator(s). (If an existing corporation is acting as incorporator, type in the exact name of the business entity, the state or other jurisdiction where I' it was incorporated, the name of the person signing on behalf of said business entity and the title he/she holds or other authority by which such action is taken) AMANDA L. MULHALL f ©2001 -2016 Commonwealth of Massachusetts All Rights Reserved i MA SOC Filing Number: 201693236710 Date: 8/5/2016 4:10:00 PM THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS I hereby certify that, upon examination of this document, duly submitted to me, it appears that the provisions of the General Laws relative to corporations have been complied with, and I hereby approve said articles; and the filing fee having been paid, said articles are deemed to have been filed with me on: August 05, 2016 04:10 PM WILLIAM FRANCIS GALVIN Secretary of the Commonwealth M Commonwealth of Massachusetts Letter ID:L0163232896 Department of Revenue Notice Date:August 13,2018 lo■g Christopher C.1-Urding,Commissioner Case ID:O-OW477-868 wass.gov/dor CERTIFICATE OF GOOD STANDING AND/OR TAX COMPLIANCE JADE GROUP INC 1025 HANCOCK ST UNIT 5L QUINCY MA 02169-2117 .........._111-11'...-....... The Commissioner of Revenue certifies that,as of the date of this certificate,JADE GROUP INC is in compliance with its tax obligations under Chapter 62C of the Massachusetts General Laws. This certificate doesn't certify that the taxpayer is compliant in taxes such as unemployment insurance administered by agencies other than the Department of Revenue,or taxes under any other provisions of law. This is not a waiver of lien issued under Chapter 62C,section 52 of the Massachusetts General Laws. ........... If you have questions,call us at(617)887-6367 or toll-free in Massachusetts at(800)392-6089,Monday through Friday,8:30 a.m.to 4:30 p.m.. ZKI�l us oftli nel Visit mass.gov/dor to learn more about Massachusetts tax laws and DOR policies and procedures, including your Taxpayer Bill of Rights,and MassTaxConnect for easy access to your account: • Review or update your account • Contact us using e-message • Sign up for e-billing to save paper • Make payments or set up autopay .......... Edward W.Coyle,Jr.,Chief Collections Bureau NORTH ANDOVER Community Partnership--- Operations Division Lieutenant Daniel P. Lanen T : Suzanne Pelich FROM: Lieutenant Daniel P. Lanen RE: Jade Group DATE: August 27, 2018 Please be advised that the following request for a Change of Manager has been reviewed. The Police Department has no issues with this change. Fingerprints and background check have been conducted and no issues arose concerning the new manager,Kong Yew Foo. 1475 Osgood Street, North Andover,Massachusetts 01845 Telephone:976-663-3166 Fax:976-681-1172 TOWN OF NORTH ANDOVER OFFICE OF TOWN CLERK 120 MAIN STREET NORTH ANDOVER, MASSACHU SETTS 01845 NORTH . I .. ,1 6.6 Joyce A.Bradshaw, C,CMM0 Telephone(978)688-9501 Town Clerk, FAX(978)688-9557 ,qcHu MEMORANDUM TO: is Mobile, Chairman, Licensing Commission Members of the Board of Selectmen Andrew Maylor, To Manager FROM: Suzanne M. Pelich, Asst. Town Clerk DATE: August 27, 2018 SUBJECT: One Day Liquor License Requests Attached please find a one day liquor license request from Ashley Vaillancourt. The event is to be held at The Town Common on August 30, 201 .They are requesting to have the fee waived. A favorable recommendation has been given from the Police Department, Fire Department and the Building Inspector with no conditions. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or concerns. Thank you. 8/22/2018 Special One Day Liquor License 38049 Applicant R Ashley Vaillancourt % 857-272-8164 @ ashleyvarano818@gmail.com Location 0 NORTH ANDOVER TOWN COMMON NORTH ANDOVER, MA 01845 Event Information: Address of applicant: Type of organization: 28 Chestnut Court Non Profit Location of Event Type of event: North Andover Town Common End of Summer Celebration for Summer Fitness Series Date of event: Start time of event: 08/30/2018 6:00 PM End time of event Type of alcohol served: 9:30PM Wine and Malt Is the event being catered? Name of caterer: Yes McAloons Liquor Will there be use of a temporary tent? Will there be a generator used at the event? No No Will there be entertainment? No **ALCOHOL MUST BE PURCHASED BY THE LICENSEE FROM AN AUTHORIZED WHOLESALER** Has permission been received from the property owner Who is serving the alcohol? to hold this event? Tim Sayers Yes Does the server have liquor liability insurance? Yes Do servers have TIPS certification? "This is required. Yes 1/2 AC40 O® DATE(MM/ Y) CERTIFICATE OF LIABILITY INSURANCE 08/23/20182018 THIS CERTIFICATE IS ISSUED AS A MATTER OF INFORMATION ONLY AND CONFERS NO RIGHTS UPON THE CERTIFICATE HOLDER.THIS CERTIFICATE DOES NOT AFFIRMATIVELY OR NEGATIVELY AMEND,EXTEND OR ALTER THE COVERAGE AFFORDED BY THE POLICIES BELOW. THIS CERTIFICATE OF INSURANCE DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT BETWEEN THE ISSUING INSURER(S),AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE OR PRODUCER,AND THE CERTIFICATE HOLDER. IMPORTANT: If the certificate holder is an ADDITIONAL INSURED,the policy(ies)must have ADDITIONAL INSURED provisions or be endorsed. If SUBROGATION IS WAIVED,subject to the terms and conditions of the policy,certain policies may require an endorsement. A statement on this certificate does not confer rights to the certificate holder in lieu of such endorsement(s). PRODUCER CONTACT Carla Degnan NAME: Degnan Insurance Agency nHC N ExtI: (978)688-4474 AIC,No: (978)327-6558 85 SALEM STREET E-MAIL cdegnan@degnaninsurance.com ADDRESS: INSURER(S)AFFORDING COVERAGE NAIC# LAWRENCE MA 01843 INSURER A: Mount Vernon Fire Insurance Company 26522 INSURED INSURER B: Chris BUCo INSURER C: 13 Morris Street INSURER D: INSURER E: North Andover MA 01845 INSURER F: COVERAGES CERTIFICATE NUMBER: CL1882301423 REVISION NUMBER: THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT THE POLICIES OF INSURANCE LISTED BELOW HAVE BEEN ISSUED TO THE INSURED NAMEDABOVE FOR THE POLICY PERIOD INDICATED. NOTWITHSTANDING ANY REQUIREMENT,TERM OR CONDITION OF ANY CONTRACTOR OTHER DOCUMENT WITH RESPECT TO WHICH THIS CERTIFICATE MAY BE ISSUED OR MAY PERTAIN,THE INSURANCE AFFORDED BY THE POLICIES DESCRIBED HEREIN IS SUBJECT TO ALL THE TERMS, EXCLUSIONS AND CONDITIONS OF SUCH POLICIES.LIMITS SHOWN MAY HAVE BEEN REDUCED BY PAID CLAIMS. INSR POLICY EFF POLICY EXP LTR TYPE OF INSURANCE INSD WVD POLICY NUMBER MM/DD MM/DD/YYYY LIMITS X COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY EACH OCCURRENCE $ 1,000,000 CLAIMS-MADE �OCCUR PREMISES Ea occur DAMAGE TO ance $ 100,000 MED EXP(Any one person) $ 1,000 A CL 2735414 08/30/2018 08/30/2018 PERSONAL a ADV INJURY $ 1,000,000 GEN'LAGGREGATE LIMITAPPLIES PER: GENERAL AGGREGATE $ 1,000,000 POLICY 0 JPET F—]LOC PRODUCTS-COMP/OPAGG $ 1,000,000 OTHER: $ AUTOMOBILE LIABILITY COMBINED SINGLE LIMIT $ Ea accident ANY AUTO BODILY INJURY(Per person) $ OWNED SCHEDULED BODILY INJURY(Per accident) $ AUTOS ONLY AUTOS HIRED NON-OWNED PROPERTY DAMAGE $ AUTOS ONLY AUTOS ONLY Per accident UMBRELLA LIAR OCCUR EACH OCCURRENCE $ EXCESS LIAB HCLAIMS-MADE AGGREGATE $ DED I I RETENTION$ $ WORKERS COMPENSATION PER OTH- AND EMPLOYERS'LIABILITY ,r I N STATUTE ER ANY PROPRIETOR/PARTNER/EXECUTIVE E.L.EACH ACCIDENT $ OFFICER/MEMBER EXCLUDED? ❑ N/A (Mandatory in NH) E.L.DISEASE-EA EMPLOYEE $ If yes,describe under DESCRIPTION OF OPERATIONS below E.L.DISEASE-POLICY LIMIT $ DESCRIPTION OF OPERATIONS/LOCATIONS/VEHICLES (ACORD 101,Additional Remarks Schedule,may be attached if more space is required) LIQUOR LIABILITY COVERAGE INCLUDED-1,000,000/1,000,000 LOCATION: NORTH ANDOVER COMMON,MASS AVE/OSGOOD STREET,NORTH ANDOVER,MA 01845 CERTIFICATE HOLDER CANCELLATION SHOULD ANY OF THE ABOVE DESCRIBED POLICIES BE CANCELLED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION DATE THEREOF,NOTICE WILL BE DELIVERED IN TOWN OF NORTH ANDOVER ACCORDANCE WITH THE POLICY PROVISIONS. 120 MAIN STREET AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE//}}atC NORTHANDOVER MA 01845 ( a 'Y- ©1988-2015 ACORD CORPORATION. All rights reserved. ACORD 25(2016/03) The ACORD name and logo are registered marks ofACORD TOWN OF NORTH ANDOVER OFFICE OF TOWN CLERK 120 MAIN STREET NORTH ANDOVER, MASSACHUSETTS 01845 ttORTH Joyce A.Bradshaw,C Telephone(978)688-9501 Town Clerk, FAX(97 8)688-9557 MEMORANDUM TO: Chris Nobile, Chairman, Licensing Commission Members of the Board of Selectmen Andrew Maylor, Town Manager FROM: Suzanne M. Pelich, Asst. Town Clerk DATE: August 27, 2018 SUBJECT: One Day Liquor License Requests Attached please find eight one day liquor license application from Paul Gallant, on behalf of Merrimack College. The events are to be held on September 13'h, 14 h, 15th,22nd, 26th, 28th, 29th and 30th. A favorable recommendation has been given from the Police Department, Fire Department and the Building Inspector with no conditions. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or concerns. 'Thank you. 8/20/2018 Special One Day Liquor License 37939 Applicant ,Q Merrimack College Attn Paul Gallant % 978-837-3523 ext. 3523 @ gallantp@merrimack.edu Location 315 TURNPIKE STREET NORTH ANDOVER, MA 01845 Event Information: Address of applicant: Type of organization: 315 Turnpike Street North Andover, MA 01845 Non Profit Location of Event Type of event: Arcidi Welcome Center Reception Date of event: Start time of event: 09/13/2018 5pm End time of event Type of alcohol served: 10pm All Alcohol Is the event being catered? Name of caterer: Yes Sodexo LLC Will there be use of a temporary tent? Will there be a generator used at the event? Yes Yes Will there be entertainment? No **ALCOHOL MUST BE PURCHASED BY THE LICENSEE FROM AN AUTHORIZED WHOLESALER** Has permission been received from the property owner Who is serving the alcohol? to hold this event? Sodexo LLC Yes Does the server have liquor liability insurance? Yes Do servers have TIPS certification? "This is required. Yes 1/2 8/20/20fi8 Special One Day Liquor License 37942 Applicant L Merrimack College Attn Paul Gallant 978-837-3523 ext. 3523 @ gallantp@merrimack.edu Location 315 TURNPIKE STREET NORTH ANDOVER, MA 01845 Event Information: Address of applicant: Type of organization: 315 Turnpike Street North Andover, MA 01845 Non Profit Location of Event Type of event: Sakowich Parking Lot H Block Party Date of event: Start time of event: 09/14/2018 5pm End time of event Type of alcohol served: 10pm Wine and Malt Is the event being catered? Name of caterer: Yes Sodexo LLC Will there be use of a temporary tent? Will there be a generator used at the event? No No Will there be entertainment? Yes **ALCOHOL MUST BE PURCHASED BY THE LICENSEE FROM AN AUTHORIZED WHOLESALER** Has permission been received from the property owner Who is serving the alcohol? to hold this event? Sodexo LLC Yes Does the server have liquor liability insurance? Yes Do servers have TIPS certification?**This is required. Yes 1/2 8/22/2018 Special One Day Liquor License 38052 Applicant S� Merrimack College Attn Paul Gallant 978-837-3523 ext. 3523 gallantp@merrimack.edu Location 315 TURNPIKE STREET NORTH ANDOVER, MA 01845 Event Information: Address of applicant: Type of organization: 315 Turnpike Street North Andover, MA 01845 Non Profit Location of Event Type of event: Rogers Center for Performing Arts Concessions for Performance Date of event: Start time of event: 09/15/2018 bpm End time of event Type of alcohol served: 11 pm Wine and Malt Is the event being catered? Name of caterer: Yes Sodexo Will there be use of a temporary tent? Will there be a generator used at the event? No No Will there be entertainment? No **ALCOHOL MUST BE PURCHASED BY THE LICENSEE FROM AN AUTHORIZED WHOLESALER** Has permission been received from the property owner Who is serving the alcohol? to hold this event? Sodexo LLC Yes Does the server have liquor liability insurance? Yes Do servers have TIPS certification? "This is required. Yes 1/2 8/22/2018 Special One Day Liquor License 38055 Applicant Merrimack College Attn Paul Gallant c� 978-837-3523 ext. 3523 .�s gallantp@merrimack.edu Location 315 TURNPIKE STREET NORTH ANDOVER, MAO 1845 Event Information: Address of applicant: Type of organization: 315 Turnpike Street Non Profit Location of Event Type of event: Stadium Pavilion Concessions for Athletic Event Date of event: Start time of event: 09/22/2018 11 am End time of event Type of alcohol served: 5pm Wine and Malt Is the event being catered? Will there be use of a temporary tent? No Yes Will there be a generator used at the event? Will there be entertainment? No No **ALCOHOL MUST BE PURCHASED BY THE LICENSEE FROM AN AUTHORIZED WHOLESALER** Has permission been received from the property owner Who is serving the alcohol? to hold this event? Sodexo LLC Yes Does the server have liquor liability insurance? Yes Do servers have TIPS certification? "This is required. Yes 1/2 8/22/2018 Special One Day Liquor License 38068 Applicant Merrimack College Attn Paul Gallant �. 978-837-3523 ext. 3523 @ gallantp@merrimack.edu Location 315 TURNPIKE STREET NORTH ANDOVER, MA 01845 Event Information: Address of applicant: Type of organization: 315 Turnpike Street North Andover, MA 01845 Non Profit Location of Event Type of event: Rogers Center for Performing Arts Reception Date of event: Start time of event: 09/26/2018 4pm End time of event Type of alcohol served: 10pm Wine and Malt Is the event being catered? Name of caterer: Yes Sodexo LLC Will there be use of a temporary tent? Will there be a generator used at the event? No No Will there be entertainment? No **ALCOHOL MUST BE PURCHASED BY THE LICENSEE FROM AN AUTHORIZED WHOLESALER** Has permission been received from the property owner Who is serving the alcohol? to hold this event? Sodexo LLC Yes Does the server have liquor liability insurance? Yes Do servers have TIPS certification? "This is required. Yes 1/2 8/22/2018 Special One Day Liquor License 38057 Applicant A Merrimack College Attn Paul Gallant % 978-837-3523 ext. 3523 @ gallantp@merrimack.edu Location 315 TURNPIKE STREET NORTH ANDOVER, MA 01845 Event Information: Address of applicant: Type of organization: 315 Turnpike Street North Andover, MA 01845 Non Profit Location of Event Type of event: Football Stadium Pavilion Concessions for Athletic Event Date of event: Start time of event: 09/28/2018 4pm End time of event Type of alcohol served: 9pm Wine and Malt Is the event being catered? Will there be use of a temporary tent? No Yes Will there be a generator used at the event? Will there be entertainment? No No **ALCOHOL MUST BE PURCHASED BY THE LICENSEE FROM AN AUTHORIZED WHOLESALER" Has permission been received from the property owner Who is serving the alcohol? to hold this event? Sodexo LLC Yes Does the server have liquor liability insurance? Yes Do servers have TIPS certification? "This is required. Yes 1/2 8/22/2018 Special One Day Liquor License 38063 Applicant Merrimack College Attn Paul Gallant �. 978-837-3523 ext. 3523 @ gallantp@merrimack.edu Location 315 TURNPIKE STREET NORTH ANDOVER, MA 01845 Event Information: Address of applicant: Type of organization: 315 Turnpike Street North Andover, MA 01845 Non Profit Location of Event Type of event: Athletic Fields Concessions for Athletic Event Date of event: Start time of event: 09/29/2018 11 am End time of event Type of alcohol served: 6pm Wine and Malt Is the event being catered? Will there be use of a temporary tent? No Yes Will there be a generator used at the event? Will there be entertainment? No No **ALCOHOL MUST BE PURCHASED BY THE LICENSEE FROM AN AUTHORIZED WHOLESALER** Has permission been received from the property owner Who is serving the alcohol? to hold this event? Sodexo LLC Yes Does the server have liquor liability insurance? Yes Do servers have TIPS certification? "This is required. Yes 1/2 8/22/2018 Special One Day Liquor License 38065 Applicant �i Merrimack College Attn Paul Gallant c. 978-837-3523 ext. 3523 @ gallantp@merrimack.edu Location 315 TURNPIKE STREET NORTH ANDOVER, MA 01845 Event Information: Address of applicant: Type of organization: 315 Turnpike Street North Andover, MA 01845 Non Profit Location of Event Type of event: Rogers Center for Performing Arts Concessions for Performance Date of event: Start time of event: 09/30/2018 6pm End time of event Type of alcohol served: 11 pm Wine and Malt Is the event being catered? Will there be use of a temporary tent? No No Will there be a generator used at the event? Will there be entertainment? No No **ALCOHOL MUST BE PURCHASED BY THE LICENSEE FROM AN AUTHORIZED WHOLESALER** Has permission been received from the property owner Who is serving the alcohol? to hold this event? Sodexo LLC Yes Does the server have liquor liability insurance? Yes Do servers have TIPS certification? "This is required. Yes 1/2 TOWN OF NORTH ANDOVER OFFICE OF TOWN CLERK 120 MAIN STREET NORTH ANDOVER,MASSACHUSETTS 01845 kORTH Joyce A.Bradshaw,CMMC Telephone(978)688-9501 Town Clerk, FAX(978)688-9557 �"AemuSE MEMORANDUM TO: Chris Nobile, Chairman, Licensing Commission Members of the Board of Selectmen Andrew Maylorjown Manager FROM: Suzanne M. Pelich, Asst. Town Clerk DATE: August 27,2018 SUBJECT: One Day Liquor License Requests Attached please find four one day wine and malt liquor license request from JT Thompson on behalf of Notch Brewing. The events are to be held at Stevens-Coolidge Place 137 Andover Street on September 13, 14, 15 &1 6th. A favorable recommendation has been given from the Police Department, Fire Department and the Building Inspector with no conditions. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or concerns. Thank you. 8/14/2018 Special One Day Liquor License 37495 Applicant John Thompson C. 717-580-8668 @ jt@notchbrewing.com Location 137 ANDOVER STREET NORTH ANDOVER, MA 01845 Event Information: Address of applicant: Type of organization: 283R Derby Street Other Than Non Profit Location of Event Type of event: Stevens Coolidge Place Pop-up Biergarten Date of event: Start time of event: 09/13/2018 4:00 PM End time of event Type of Alcohol Being Served (other than not for profit) 9:00 PM Wine and Malt Is the event being catered? Will there be use of a temporary tent? No No Will there be a generator used at the event? Will there be entertainment? No No **ALCOHOL MUST BE PURCHASED BY THE LICENSEE FROM AN AUTHORIZED WHOLESALER** Has permission been received from the property owner Who is serving the alcohol? to hold this event? Notch Brewing Bartenders Yes Does the server have liquor liability insurance? Yes Do servers have TIPS certification? "This is required. Yes 1/2 8/14/2018 Special One Day Liquor License 37494 Applicant Q John Thompson �. 717-580-8668 @ jt@notchbrewing.com Location 137 ANDOVER STREET NORTH ANDOVER, MA 01845 Event Information: Address of applicant: Type of organization: Notch Brewing, 283R Derby Street, Salem MA 01970 Other Than Non Profit Location of Event Type of event: Stevens Coolidge Place Mobile Biergarten Date of event: Start time of event: 09/14/2018 4:00 PM End time of event Type of Alcohol Being Served (other than not for profit) 9:00 PM Wine and Malt Is the event being catered? Will there be use of a temporary tent? No No Will there be a generator used at the event? Will there be entertainment? No No **ALCOHOL MUST BE PURCHASED BY THE LICENSEE FROM AN AUTHORIZED WHOLESALER" Has permission been received from the property owner Who is serving the alcohol? to hold this event? Notch Brewing Mobile Biergarten Staff Yes Does the server have liquor liability insurance? Yes Do servers have TIPS certification? "This is required. Yes 1/2 8/14/2018 Special One Day Liquor License 37759 Applicant Q John Thompson % 717-580-8668 @ jt@notchbrewing.com Location 137 ANDOVER STREET NORTH ANDOVER, MA 01845 Event Information: Address of applicant: Type of organization: Notch Brewing, 283R Derby Street, Salem MA 01970 Other Than Non Profit Location of Event Type of event: Stevens Coolidge Place Mobile Biergarten/Oktoberfest celebration Date of event: Start time of event: 09/15/2018 12:00 PM End time of event Type of Alcohol Being Served (other than not for profit) 7:00 PM Wine and Malt Is the event being catered? Will there be use of a temporary tent? No No Will there be a generator used at the event? Will there be entertainment? No Yes **ALCOHOL MUST BE PURCHASED BY THE LICENSEE FROM AN AUTHORIZED WHOLESALER** Has permission been received from the property owner Who is serving the alcohol? to hold this event? Notch Mobile Biergarten Staff Yes Does the server have liquor liability insurance? Yes Do servers have TIPS certification?"This is required. Yes 1/2 8/14/2018 Special One Day Liquor License 37869 Applicant Q John Thompson �. 717-580-8668 @ jt@notchbrewing.com Location 137 ANDOVER STREET NORTH ANDOVER, MA 01845 Event Information: Address of applicant: Type of organization: Notch Brewing, 283R Derby Street, Salem MA 01970 Other Than Non Profit Location of Event Type of event: Stevens Coolidge Place Pop-up Biergarten Date of event: Start time of event: 09/16/2018 12:00 PM End time of event Type of Alcohol Being Served (other than not for profit) 6:00 PM Wine and Malt Is the event being catered? Will there be use of a temporary tent? No No Will there be a generator used at the event? Will there be entertainment? No No **ALCOHOL MUST BE PURCHASED BY THE LICENSEE FROM AN AUTHORIZED WHOLESALER** Has permission been received from the property owner Who is serving the alcohol? to hold this event? Notch Mobile Biergarten Staff Yes Does the server have liquor liability insurance? Yes Do servers have TIPS certification? "This is required. Yes 1/2 MOBILE NOTCH BIERGARTEN SALEM,MA Notch Brewing, of Salem, MA is applying for one day licenses in North Andover for our Mobile Biergarten program to return to Stevens Coolidge Place September 13-16. We plan to set-up and work in the same manner we did during our visit in May, which was attended by a several members of the Board of Selectmen. What we propose is very simple and replicates traditional German biergartens, offering a simple beer hospitality for people who would like to visit with friends, play some field games and enjoy being outside during the warmer New England months. The Mobile Biergarten is not a shotgun-start beer festival, but a relaxed, family-friendly event that enables guests to come and go as they please. Some people will stop in for a beer and a short sit before they move on to other parts of their day, while other guests will meet with friends and family and enjoy the chance to relax and take a break from the normal events of their lives. Since debuting our project at Stevens-Coolidge Place, I have personally managed Mobile Biergartens in nearly ten different municipalities around Massachusetts and am happy to say that we have had no incidents or problems at any of the events. We are excited to come back to North Andover and Stevens Coolidge as we've worked evolved our model to offer a better experience for guests. Over the four days for which we're seeking licensing, the Thursday and Friday will be casual biergarten days with Stevens-Coolidge Place open to the public for their leisure and enjoyment. We will have some food and non-alcoholic beverages for sale; that portion of the event is being managed by my counterpart at Stevens Coolidge, Kate Bibeau. The Saturday of the weekend will be a ticketed Oktoberfest celebration featuring a German brass band and a food vendor. The Sunday date will have a craft fair accompanying a biergarten. The goal of these events is to allow the biergarten to both function as a main event in some instances and an accompaniment in others. We have maintained a family-friendly atmosphere throughout all of our events and will bring the same feel back to Stevens-Coolidge. Notch is unique in that we are the country's first brewery to focus on brewing session beer, any beer that is 4.5% in alcohol content or less. Session beer is a beverage of moderation, though our beers don't sacrifice flavor for the lower alcohol content. The beauty of session beer is that the low alcohol content enables people to enjoy their social time without the intoxicating effects of some of the today's popular craft beer styles, which can reach as high as 7-8%. All Notch employees working our mobile biergartens are TIPS certified. We are insured for liquor liability as well. Our setup includes games, biergarten tables and benches, and a van with beer taps installed. Like the European model, we'll be serving beer in traditional, 16.9 ounce mugs. There will be a cash bar. This service style not only makes the event unique, it will reduce waste and add a more refined feel not often found at similar events. Finally, proceeds from the event will be shared with the Trustees. Please contact me if you have any questions. Sincerely, JT Thompson Notch Mobile Biergarten itla�notchbrewinc�com 717-580-8668 mobile TOWN OF NORTH ANDOVER OFFICE OF TOWN CLERK 120 MAIN STREET NORTH ANDOVER, MASSACHUSETTS 01845 ,AORTil 6 Joyce A.Bradshaw,CMMC 0p Telephone(978)688-9501 Town Clerk, FAX(978)688-9557 is CHUS MEMORANDUM TO: Chris Nobile, Chairman, Licensing Commission Members of the Board of Selectmen Andrew Maylor, Town Manager FROM: Suzanne M. Pelich, Asst. Town Clerk DATE: August 27,2018 SUBJECT: One Day Liquor License Requests Attached please find three one day liquor license request from Deborah Ingalas of Butlers& Bars. The events are to be held at Smolak Farm on September 8 th 281' & 29th. A favorable recommendation has been given from the Police Department, Fire Department and the Building Inspector with no conditions. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or concerns. Thank you. 8/16/2018 Special One Day Liquor License 37907 Applicant tf Deborah Ingalls % 617-899-9865 ext. a butlersandbars@msn.com Location 315 SOUTH BRADFORD STREET NORTH ANDOVER, MA 01845 Event Information: Address of applicant: Type of organization: 4 Clarissa Road Individual Location of Event Type of event: Tent Family Reunion If this is a private function (ie wedding, birthday, Date of event: shower, etc)will there be an open bar? 09/08/2018 Yes Start time of event: 4:00 p.m. End time of event Type of alcohol served: 10:00 P.M. All Alcohol Is the event being catered? Name of caterer: Yes Davids Catering Will there be use of a temporary tent? Will there be a generator used at the event? Yes No Will there be entertainment? Yes **ALCOHOL MUST BE PURCHASED BY THE LICENSEE FROM AN AUTHORIZED WHOLESALER** Has permission been received from the property owner Who is serving the alcohol? to hold this event? Butlers & Bars Yes Does the server have liquor liability insurance? Yes 1/2 8/16/2018 Special One Day Liquor License 37920 Applicant t Deborah Ingalls �.� 617-899-9865 ext. butlersandbars@msn.com Location 315 SOUTH BRADFORD STREET NORTH ANDOVER, MA 01845 Event Information: Address of applicant: Type of organization: 8 Lone Pine Path, Weymouth, MA 02188 Individual Location of Event Type of event: Barn Rehearsal Dinner If this is a private function (ie wedding, birthday, Date of event: shower, etc) will there be an open bar? 09/28/2018 Yes Start time of event: 5pm End time of event Type of alcohol served: 10 P.M. All Alcohol Is the event being catered? Name of caterer: Yes Davids Will there be use of a temporary tent? Will there be a generator used at the event? No No Will there be entertainment? No **ALCOHOL MUST BE PURCHASED BY THE LICENSEE FROM AN AUTHORIZED WHOLESALER" Has permission been received from the property owner Who is serving the alcohol? to hold this event? Butlers & Bars Yes Does the server have liquor liability insurance? Yes 1/2 8/16/2018 Special One Day Liquor License 37927 Applicant Deborah Ingalls �. 617-899-9865 ext. @ butlersandbars@msn.com Location 315 SOUTH BRADFORD STREET NORTH ANDOVER, MA 01845 Event Information: Address of applicant: Type of organization: 8 Lone Pine Path, Weymouth, MA 02188 Individual Location of Event Type of event: TENT Wedding If this is a private function (ie wedding, birthday, Date of event: shower, etc)will there be an open bar? 09/29/2018 Yes Start time of event: 4pm End time of event Type of alcohol served: 10pm All Alcohol Is the event being catered? Name of caterer: Yes davids Will there be use of a temporary tent? Will there be a generator used at the event? Yes No Will there be entertainment? Yes **ALCOHOL MUST BE PURCHASED BY THE LICENSEE FROM AN AUTHORIZED WHOLESALER** Has permission been received from the property owner Who is serving the alcohol? to hold this event? Butlers & Bars Yes Does the server have liquor liability insurance? Yes 1/2 N.. INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM DATE: August 22, 2018 TO: Andrew Maylor,Town Manager FROM: Jim Stanford, Director of Public Works RE: DEP Grant Acceptance—Recycling Dividends Program (RDP) The Town of North Andover has been awarded a grant in the amount of$10,400 from the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection through the Recycling Dividends Program (RDP). The payment is a recognition of the Town's implementation of policies/programs that reduce waste and maximize recycling. This year's effort to meet the RDP requirements was greatly aided by the volunteers of the Sustainability Committee who initiated recycling educational campaigns and coordinated the collection of additional recyclables at the Holt Road site. The only Town obligation for the grant is that we use the funding for recycling programs. Please let me know if you have any questions or require additional information. MassDEPNEWS �`u,W�y�r2om?1�1/Ullrrol�ryi� r,M�rrrnri�i�''. Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:E: CONTACT: August 20, 2018 Ed Coletta 617-292-5737 Baker-Polito Administration Awards $2.6 Million to 247 Municipalities t® Increase Recycling C'orrrrracanii cerdth Lrrztnch .s N i,� Prrdaddc Education "ffbrt to Improve Recycling Pr aclices SALEM—Aiming to strengthen recycling programs across Massachusetts and increase public awareness, the Baker-Polito Administration today awarded more than '$2.6 million in r.eR �&tl�g grans to 247 Massachusetts cities, towns, and solid waste districts, and unveiled a new "I�ec�� Sniarl" initiative and web site to emphasize the importance of putting only those materials that processing plants are equipped to handle in recycling bins. "Massachusetts cities and towns are important partners in our Administration's effort to promote and increase recycling opportunities across the Commonwealth," said Governor Charlie Baker. "The funding awarded through the Sustainable Materials Recovery Program, and the launch of recycling awareness initiative will both support local recycling solutions and continue Massachusetts.' long-standing commitment to recycling and environmental protection." "Our Administration is committed to working closely with municipalities and providing them with the tools necessary to increase recyeling and public awareness surrounding its environmental importance," said Lieutenant Governor Karyn Polito. "Through the funding awarded to communities across the state, and the unveiling of a new web portal for residents and businesses, our Administration continues to take steps to help communities become more sustainable and closer to achieving their waste reduction goals." The fixnding, awarded under the Sustainable Materials recovery Program (SMRP) Recycling Dividends Program (RDP), recognizes communities for implementing policies and programs that reduce waste and maximize reuse and recycling. To date, 194 towns and cities are receiving $2..56 million in total payments statewide, and individual awards range from $2,800 to $97,500 and help municipalities pay for new recycling bins or carts,public education and outreach, collection of difficult-to-recycle items, and recycling in municipal buildings, schools and public spaces. r l Commonwealth of Massachusetts • Charles D. Barer, Governor • Karyn E. Polito, Lt. Governor Executive Office of Energy & Environmental affairs • Matthew A. Beaton„ Secretary Department of Environmental Protection . Martin Suuberg, Commissioner One Winter Street - Boston 02108 - (617) 292-5500 • www,mass.gov/dep i 71MassDEP� NEWS ............ Massachusetts Department of Environment9l rctection Additionally, 53 municipalities are being awarded a total of$51,000 for SMRP Small-Scale Initiatives Grants. These population-based awards range from $500 to $2,000 each and help communities make modest but critical investments in existing recycling programs or new, lo�w- cost initiatives. "Recycling the right materials while reducing how much we throw away is a priority for the Commonwealth as we update our solid waste master plan for the next decade,"' said Energy and Environmental Affairs Secretary Matthew Beaton. "The Sustainable Materials Recovery Program grants will help communities build stronger recycling programs, encourage residents to beep trash out of recycling bins, and ultimately reduce waste management costs." Recognizing the importance of educating residents about the importance of recycling and which materials belong in their recycling bins and which do not, the Massachusetts Department of Enviromnental Protection(MassDEP), in partnership with materials recovery facilities (MRFs) across the state, developed the "Recycle Smart"program to inform consumers about their important role in making recycling work better. With a goal to eliminate contamination, reduce costs for cities and towns, maximize the ability to process recyclable materials, and reduce worker injury,the guide and web,pot-tat that lists four categories of materials that every Massachusetts community with curbside collection or a drop-off location accepts; mixed paper and cardboard; food and beverage cans; glass bottles and jars; and plastic bottles,jars,jugs and tubs. Other materials that MRFs are not designed to handle—like plastic shopping bags, clothing, food. waste, or household trash— should be recycled at retail stores, donated to charity, composted, or thrown away. Food trash and moisture can ruin otherwise good recyclables, leaving MRF personnel no choice but to treat these loads as trash. Materials such as shopping bags, clothes and old garden hoses can get caught up in the MRFs machinery, causing the machines to stop working and putting workers at risk of inj ury. "We look forward to continuing our work with municipalities, private haulers, recycling processors, and environmental advocates to help residents do their part to recycle smart and communities to do so more affordably," said MassDEP Commissioner Martin Surrberg. "My thanks to Governor Raker, Lieutenant Governor Polito, and the leadership at MassDEP for awarding Salem with this recycling grant and to our own staff who worked on the application for it," said Salem Mayor Kim Driscoll. "ley strengthening our recycling operations and our commitment to waste reduction, we reduce the amount of solid waste our city generates and boost recycling rates, reducing costs for disposal and, most importantly, lessening our impact on the environment." Commonwealth of Massachusetts • Charles D. Baker, Governor. Karyn E. Polito, Lt.. Governor Executive Office of Energy & Environmental Affairs • Matthey A. Beaton, Secretary Department of Environmental Protection • Martin Suuberg, Commissioner One Winter Street 9 Boston 02108 • (617) 292-5500 ,www.mass.gov/dep MassDEPNE \A,/ S Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection ",These funds will provide critically needed resources to those communities that are taking concrete steps to improve our environment, and prepare for the future," said Senate President Karen E. Spilka (D-Ashland). "I'm proud of the communities throughout the Commonwealth that are reducing waste and maximizing recycling, and grateful that they will be receiving these payments." "Education about recycling is always important, but now it's more critical than ever because of the harm that can be done by placing the wrong things in the recycling stream," said State Senate Minority Leader Bruce Tarr(R-Gloucester). "These grants will go a long way to fueling important communication at the local level to prevent that from happening." "The funds that all five communities of the Second Essex District will receive from the Commonwealth will helpfully boost recycling," said State Senator Joan B. Lovely (D-Salem), Vice Chair of the Senate Committee on Ways and Means. "The economic and environmental benefits of recycling make these investments a double-green win for the people and businesses of my district and throughout Massachusetts." "It is always a struggle for our communities to deal with waste. The more that can be placed in the recycling stream is helpful," said State Senator Anne Gobi (D-Spencer), Senate Chair of the Joint Committee on Environment Natural Resources and Agriculture. "I appreciate the work of MassDEP to assist and to continue to develop new opportunities to recycle more products," "Recycling plays a critical role in helping cities and towns manage their waste disposal, while also providing many important environmental benefits," said House Minority Leader Bradley H. Jones, Jr. (R-North Reading). "The grants announced today are a welcome investment for communities across Massachusetts that are looking to reduce waste by promoting expanded participation in their local recycling programs." "It is up to us to ensure that residents across the Commonwealth are being accurately educated on proper recycling practices and standards," said State Representative Smitty Pignatelli, (D- Lenox), House Chair of the Joint Committee on the Environment, Natural Resources, and Agriculture. "The consequences of incorrect recycling practices are significant and harmful to our cities and towns. We are all going to greatly benefit from these grants and the Recycle Smart initiative, and I applaud the Baker-Polito Administration and MassDEP for their efforts on this vital issue." Commonwealth of Massachusetts - Charles D. Baker, Governor - Karyn E. Polito, Lt, Governor Executive Office of Energy & Environmental Affairs - Matthew A. Beaton, Secretary Department of Environmental Protection - Martin Suuberg, Commissioner One Winter Street- Boston 42168 - (617) 292-5500 - www.mass.gov/dep MassDEPNEW S if Massachusetts Department, cif Environmental Protection "We know that Massachusetts residents are committed to recycling, but many don't realize that when they throw items that are not accepted for recycling in their recycling bins and simply hope that that they get recycled, they are causing more harm than good," said Edward Hsieh, executive director of MarssRecycle,which has partnered with l'V>QassDEP on this effort. "MassRecycle thanks the Faker-Polito Administration and MassDEP' for their leadership on educating the public, providing resources, and creating a greener Massachusetts for everyone." The recent closure of a large glass bottling manufacturer in Milford has had a significant impact on regional outlets for glass collectedthrough most municipal recycling programs. To address this gap, MassDEP is working directly with cities and towns through its ,e y/ ld M�, l Qj it, program and several l�uaauc6.?m�`�t; m��ttu t�����. The Recycling IQ Kit program helps municipalities educate residents on how to better recycle in order to remove contaminants from the recycling stream. The agency also has partnered with MRFs to identity alternative markets for the materials they process, and to evaluate new sorting technologies for eliminating non- recyclables. The cleaner the materials they produce are, the less it will cost to process them and the higher their resale values will be. # # # Commonwealth of Massachusetts - Charles D. Bakery Governor. Karyn E. Polito, Lt. Governor Executive Office of Energy & (Environmental Affairs « Matthew A. Beaton, Secretary Department of Environmental Protection Martin Suuherg, Commissioner One Winter Street ^ Boston 02108 • (617) 292-5500 - www.mass.gov/dep MassDEP Sustainable Materials Recovery Program Awardees - August 2018 .... M�nicipalsty/Regional Group RpP Payment Small-Seale Payment Abington $7,800 Acton $9,600. Adams $2,800. Agawam $11,700 Amherst $7,700 Andover $1,500 Arlington $35,000' Ashby $4,900, Ashfield $3,850 Ashland $8,800 Athol $3,500 Attleboro $49,000 Auburn $11,000' Avon $500 Ayer $5,950. Barnstable $14,300 Barre $3,500 Bedford $4,800 Belchertown $3,500 Belmont $1,500 Berkley $4,550 Bernardston $4,200 Beverly $31,500 Billerica $35,000 Bolton $3,850 Boston $2,000 Bourne $10,400 Boxborough $750 Boxford $7,800 Braintree $18,000 Brewster $9,600 Brockton $52,000 Brookfield $3,850 Brookline $49,000 Buckland $3,500 Cambridge $97,500 Carlisle $750 Charlemont $4,200 Charlton $1,000 Chatham $9,000 Cheshire $3,150 Chesterfield $4,550 Chicopee $38,500 Chilmark $2,800 MassDEP Sustainable Materials Recovery Program Awardees - August 2018 Municipality/Regional Group RDP Payment small scale Payment Clarksburg $500. Clinton $6,000 Cohasset $8,400 Colrain $3,500 Concord $6,000 Conway $2,800 Cummington $5,600 Danvers $1,500: Dartmouth $30,600 Deerfield $4,200. Dennis $11,000. Devens $500 Dover $4,200 Dracut $14,400 Dunstable $500 Duxbury $11,000 East Bridgewater $5,400 East Brookfield $2,800 East Longmeadow $16,500 Eastham $6,600 Edgartown $4,200 Egremont $4,900 Erving $500 Everett $1,500 Fairhaven $12,100 Fall River $44,000 Falmouth $28,000 Franklin County Solid Waste Management District $1,500 Fitchburg $38,500 Florida $500 Framingham $28,000 Franklin $14,300 Gardner $8,800 Gill $3,850 Gloucester $28,000 Greater New Bedford Regional Refuse Management District $2,000 Goshen $3,850 Grafton $5,400 Granville $4,200 Greenfield $14,300 Groton $5,250 Halifax $9,000 Hamilton $7,200 Hancock $500 MassDEP Sustainable Materials Recovery Program Awardees - August 2018 Municipallcy/Regional Group RDP Payment Small Scale Payment ' ..... Hanson $9,600 Harvard $4,550 Harwich $12,100 Haverhill $42,000 Hawley $500 Heath $3,500 Hingham $14,300. Hinsdale $2,800 Holden $11,000 Holliston $5,400 Holyoke $12,600 Hilltown Resource Management Cooperative $1,000 Hudson $5,250. Hull $1,000. Huntington $3,850 Ipswich $13,200 Kingston $8,400 Lakeville $3,850 Lanesborough $500 Lawrence $28,000 Lee $750 Leicester $1,000 Lenox $750 Leverett $5,600 Lexington $16,200 Leyden $500 Littleton $4,900 Longmeadow $16,500 Lowell $64,000 Ludlow $11,000 Lunenburg $7,200 Lynn $52,000 Lynnfield $1,000 Malden $38,500 Manchester $9,000 Mansfield $9,900 Marblehead $14,300 Marion $750 Marlborough $14,400 Marshfield $15,600 Mashpee $6,000 Mattapoisett $5,400 Medfield $6,600 Medway $6,000 MassDEP Sustainable Materials Recovery Program Awardees - August 2018 Municipality/Reg;onal Group RDP Payment small scalae Payment Melrose $10,400 Merrimac $2,800 Middleborough $11,000: Middlefield $3,500 Millis $3,850. Milton $13,000. Monroe $500 Monson $750. .Montague $7,200 Mount Washington $500. Martha's Vineyard Refuse District $1,250. Natick $28,800 Northern Berkshire Solid Waste Management District $1,500 Needham $19,800 New Ashford $500. New Bedford $84,500 New Salem $4,200 Newburyport $14,300 Newton $48,000 Norfolk $3,850 North Adams $8,800 North Andover $10,400 North Attleborough $16,900 Northampton $10,200 Northborough $6,000 Northfield $4,900 Norwell $6,000 Norwood $14,300 Orange $5,600 Orleans $6,000 Palmer $1,000 Paxton $2,800 Peabody $24,500 Peru $500 Petersham $2,800 Phillipston $2,800 Pittsfield $1,500 Plainfield $4,200 Plainville $4,200 Plymouth $15,600 Princeton $500 Provincetown $5,400 Quincy $52,000 Randolph $1,500 MassDEP Sustainable Materials Recovery Program Awardees -August 2018 Municipality/Regional Group R©P Payment Small Scale Payment Reading $1,250 Rockland $7,800: Rockport $9,600 Rowe $500 Royalston $4,200. Salem $42,000. Sandisfield $500 Sandwich $7,800: Saugus $10,400. Savoy $2,800: Scituate $15,400. Seekonk $12,100: Sharon $1,250: :Sheffield $500 Shelburne $4,200. Sherborn $3,500 Shirley $3,500 Shrewsbury $18,000; Shutesbury $500 Somerset $9,900 Somerville $32,000 South Hadley $16,500 Southampton $5,250 Southwick $6,000. Spencer $4,200 Springfield $84,500 South Shore Recycling Cooperative $2,000 Sterling $750 Stoneham $8,800 Sturbridge $6,650 Sudbury $4,550 Sunderland $500 Sutton $3,150 Swampscott $1,000 Swansea $11,000 Taunton $49,000 Topsfield $6,600 Townsend $7,800 Truro $5,400 Tyngsborough $7,200 Uxbridge $3,150 Walpole $1,500 Wareham $2,000 Warren $3,150 MassDEP Sustainable Materials Recovery Program Awardees - August 20 .8 Munkipa[ity/Regional Group.:,:.::.:::: RDP Payment Small Scale Payment Warwick $2,800. Wayland $4,900 Wellesley $14,300. Wellfleet $10,200 Wendell $4,900: Wenham $3,850. West Boylston $7,200: West Bridgewater $3,150: West Springfield $14,300; West Tisbury $3,500: Westborough $1,250 Westford $1,250. Westhampton $5,250 Westport $3,850 Weymouth $28,000 Whately $4,900 Whitman $5,400 Wilbraham $3,150 Williamsburg $3,850 Williamstown $4,200 Winchendon $4,550 Winchester $7,800 Windsor $3,150 Worcester $65,000 Worthington $4,200 Wrentham $1,000 Yarmouth $10,400 Subtotals $2,564,500 $51,000 Grand TOTAL $2,615,500 Count by Grant Type 194 53 RDP Small Scale i AGENDA COVER MEMORANDUM To: Board of Selectmen Thru: Andrew W. Naylor From: Laurie Burzlaff, Executive Assistant Date: August 23,2018 Re: Columbia Gas of Massachusetts Columbia Gas of Massachusetts requests approval to excavate Bayfield Drive for the purpose of reinstalling a test station. Reviewed by: Police Department Notes: Police detail required at site (standard condition). Public Works Notes:. None Gas-Infrastructure Maintenance Petition(Utility Company Use Only) 37503 Applicant R Latasha Cotterell % 508-580-0100 ext. 1373 @ Icotterell@nisource.com Street Opening Work Gas Company Name Dig Safe# Columbia Gas 20183008567 Type of Work Job Order# Gas line maintenance: Reinstalling a test station 17-5523072-00 Location 40 Bayfield Drive Detail work to be performed: Upon approval Contact Name: Contact Number: Latasha Cotterell 508-580-0100 X1373 Contact Email: lcotterell@nisource.com Conditions: Columbia Gas- of Massidiw;em A M■arr6�pray N W*E S Legend: Main Valves ®<all other values' Critical Valve Ind,Norm­r.vositi Closest or Rina Plated at e Closed or Md Plated-Not Critics Open-Critical BAYFIELD RD ®open-Not critical Service Valves ®Service Valves O `Q R T H ANDOVER ce■Main Inserted No49r- Gas Main Cn X60 72' \ Legacy Pressure Code 1 69 'r ` �Unlsnr,vn Pressure 01 11 -6"-P-tip VER OUPL1NG Wi ---HP(>Wpalg) W / SMP('10.60 Psl9) _IP(1-10 pslg) .`� ties Service —<dl other values> V' SubtypeCD -$teel -Cast Iron -r y-Wrought kon Plastic - —other -Fillings C3Hlsloric Map O O Geographic ice Coordinates Sytem j This Map reflects only the app ximate location of Active Mains and (GCS) r must trot be used to commit lumbi.Gas of Massachusetts,INC. 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Vehicle Number: 302 Vehicle Year: 2015 Vehicle Make: Dodge Vehicle Model: Charger Vehicle VIN Number: 2C3CDXKT1 FH908161 Reason for Request: This vehicle has passed its useful life cycle for use as a police service vehicle.It has 98,065 miles.This vehicle will be traded into Central Auto Team toward the purchase of a new 2018 Dodge Charger. 1475 aw.)sgood c��t1,eek, B�(a)o'tt' uid(,)v�e�,, VAassau,Qiit�setts 018AI5 l"ellaa l°rc nes 978-683-x'116+8 Fax 97 -•68 0249 NORTH ANDOVER POLICE Community Partnership r, c� Office of the Chief of Police Charles P. Gray TO: Andrew W. Maylor Town Manager FROM: Charles P. Gray Chief of Police C�V/ DATE: August 21, 2018 REF: Request for Declaration of Surplus Items—Police Vehicle #307 The Police Department requests the following vehicle be declared as surplus items. Vehicle Number: 307 Vehicle Year: 2014 Vehicle Make: Dodge Vehicle Model: Charger Vehicle VIN Number: 2C3CDXKT5EH371678 Reason for Request: This vehicle has passed its useful life cycle for use as a police service vehicle. It has 92,198 miles. This vehicle will be traded into Central Auto Team toward the purchase of a new 2018 Dodge Charger. 1475 Osgood Sht e l,, Ilmto th AndWff, MassachU sett G:118,45 C ellephone� 78.683 ;;'168 Fax: 9'78 685-0249 NORTH ANDOVER yr POLICE 0"W Community Partnership Office of the Chief of Police Charles P. Gray TO: Andrew W. Maylor Town Manager FROM: Charles P' Gray Chief of Police DATE: August 21, 2018 REF: Request for Declaration of Surplus Items—Police Vehicle#312 The Police Department requests the following vehicle be declared as surplus items. Vehicle Number: 312 Vehicle Year: 2014 Vehicle Make: Dodge Vehicle Model: Charger Vehicle VIN Number: 2C3CDXKT2EH319876 Reason for Request: This vehicle has passed its useful life cycle for use as a police service vehicle. It has 103,198 miles. This vehicle will be traded into Central Auto Team toward the purchase of a new 2018 Dodge Charger. 14'75 Osgood Str et, Nort11h Ar'ndOVEa ii, Massachusetts 01845 Teejjl:�t°u n 978.683 3168 F:ax: 978,68 5-0249 COMMUNITY untl ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENTI I I Building Conservation Health Planning Stevens Estate Zoning MEMORANDUM To; Beard of Selectmen Andrew M'aylor From; Eric J. floury m Date: August 23, 2018 � Re: Final Master Plan Draft Attached to this memorandum, please find the draft Master Plan -August 2018 (Revised Draft). While the Planning Board has received public comment and reviewed the proposed Master Plan to the point that they are now forwarding it to the Board of Selectmen (BoS)for review and comment, they have continued the item on its agenda so that final approval of the plan can occur once it has received and considered the comments from the BoS. The copy provided has red-line/strikeout revisions to the original draft Master Plan that has been available for review by the public since the beginning of June. These revisions reflect those changes that the Planning Board has requested be made based on its review, including its consideration of the public comments it has received. Please note,that there are further revisions that have yet to be included that center on references to facilities/projects that are in the plan but need to be updated to reflect what has occurred since the draft was first written. As one example,the kindergarten project/addition to the Early Childhood Center will be complete by the time the Master Plan is formally adopted by the Planning Board. I mention this as I am sure you will notice the need for these updates when you review the document. We are addressing them with our consultant, RKG, and will provide them to you at next Monday's meeting. I 1 August V ) DRAFT MASTEP, PLAN North Andover, r r �r��,W ✓ i �f ✓ �i 3 _ ✓ f tl" �rld� 9 � r � r r ✓ � �+ D i k u y�;y,rtli �5 r u uu ii Prepared For: North Andover Planning Board 120 Mala Street North Andover, ISA 01545 in RKG ASSOCIATES INC North Andover Master Plan May 2018 North Andover Planning Board Master Plan Advisory Committee RKG Associates, Inc. JM Goldson Jeffrey Donohoe Associates Community Circle Barrett Planning Group (to be added with Final Plan Document) I� a IIS II e c)f C c)iin�e iin.� 1. Introduction...........................................................................................................................................7 MasterPlan Purpose...........................................................................................................................................................7 Vision....................................................................................................................................................................................8 Opportunities,Challenges,and The Future Ahead............................................................................................................8 CommunityParticipation...................................................................................................................................................10 2. Land Use............................................................................................................................................17 Overview.............................................................................................................................................................................17 Introduction.......................................................................................................................................................................18 Inventory&Existing Conditions........................................................................................................................................19 PlanningIssues..................................................................................................................................................................28 Goalsand Recommendations...........................................................................................................................................29 3. Demographics and Housing............................................................................................................33 Overview............................................................................................................................................................................33 Introduction......................................................................................................................................................................34 Inventoryand Existing Conditions....................................................................................................................................34 PlanningIssues..................................................................................................................................................................58 Goalsand Recommendations...........................................................................................................................................6o 4. Economic Development..................................................................................................................64 Overview............................................................................................................................................................................64 Introduction......................................................................................................................................................................65 Inventoryand Existing Conditions....................................................................................................................................65 PlanningIssues..................................................................................................................................................................74 Goalsand Recommendations...........................................................................................................................................75 4. Transportation....................................................................................................................................79 Overview............................................................................................................................................................................79 Introduction......................................................................................................................................................................8o Inventory&Existing Conditions.......................................................................................................................................8o PlanningIssues..................................................................................................................................................................90 Goalsand Recommendations............................................................................................................................................91 5. Open Space & Recreation...............................................................................................................97 Overview............................................................................................................................................................................97 Introduction......................................................................................................................................................................98 Inventory&Existing Conditions.......................................................................................................................................98 PlanningIssues................................................................................................................................................................. 112 Goalsand Recommendations..........................................................................................................................................113 6. Historic, Cultural, and Natural Resources....................................................................................116 Overview...........................................................................................................................................................................116 Introduction..................................................................................................................................................................... 117 Inventory&Existing Conditions......................................................................................................................................118 PlanningIssues................................................................................................................................................................ 144 Goalsand Recommendations..........................................................................................................................................145 7. Public Facilities and Services........................................................................................................150 Overview..........................................................................................................................................................................150 Introduction......................................................................................................................................................................151 Inventoryand Existing Conditions..................................................................................................................................152 PlanningIssues.................................................................................................................................................................179 Goalsand Recommendations..........................................................................................................................................180 8. Implementation.................................................................................................................................185 Introduction.....................................................................................................................................................................185 9. References........................................................................................................................................ 188 Introduction/ 7 IIIIIII "It IIIIIII '' ""'IIIIIII0 IIIII The North Andover Master Plan is the culmination of just over a year of work by residents and North Andover staff to update a plan that was last completed in 2000.Over the last eighteen years, much has happened in and out of North Andover that has shaped the town physically,financially, and even socially.This update comes at a time when the Town is trying to understand if and where it should grow, how to preserve what is important, and how to provide the best facilities, infrastructure, and services for the residents and businesses in the community. This process was led by a nine-member Master Plan Advisory Committee and the Planning Board, and both groups provided feedback to help guide the Master Plan along the way. This introductory chapter is intended to help orient readers to the Master Plan process, discuss key opportunities and challenges, and describe the public involvement process that informed and shaped this Plan. The master plan should be thought of as a living reference document that is intended to lay out a series of steps for improving the community for the people who live, work, and visit North Andover. The document helps the Town understand the opportunities and challenges, and then use regulations,policies, and financial resources to align outcomes with the goals of the plan.This Master Plan was developed with the help of hundreds of residents who articulated how they want to see North Andover progress over the next ten to fifteen years. The Town can use this plan to continue its commitment to the preservation of land,strong fiscal management,excellent facilities, smart development choices, and creating a physically and socially connected community. The Master Plan is broken up into seven chapters or elements, where each chapter focuses on a different aspect of community building. Massachusetts, G.L. c. 41, § 81D calls for a master plan with written text, graphics, tables, and maps to identify current and future needs, trends, and opportunities within the following elements: uuuuuu Land Use; uuuuuu Housing; uuuuuu Economic Development; uuuuuu Natural and Cultural Resources; uuuuuu Open Space and Recreation; uuuuuu Facilities and Services; and, uuuuuu Circulation The state statute also calls for the Master Plan to develop a set of goals and recommendations to convey the community's vision, as well as an implementation section that covers each of the elements. North Andover's Planning Board is responsible for adopting the Plan, amending and updating it over time, and advocating for the implementation of the recommendations. Introduction/ 8 1111111 III Nestled in the heart of the Lower Merrimack Valley, the Town of North Andover is a vibrant community rich in vast natural beauty and history. From a 177th-century agricultural settlement to a 191h-century industrial town and 20th-century manufacturing regional hub, North Andover has always strived to meet the changing demographic, social and economic needs of its residents. North Andover's vision for the future includes a continued celebration of natural and built features such as Lake Cochichewick and Stevens Pond;Weir and Half-Mile hills;the Parson Barnard House and Stevens Estate; Barker and Smolak farms; and the Old Town Center and Davis and Furber Mills. It also recognizes that in order to provide the highest quality of life for all residents, North Andover must maintain its fiscal health, public facilities and infrastructure, and protect and sustain its inherent environment. Finally, this vision is contingent upon maintaining that adaptability that has defined and sustained North Andover for nearly 375 years. North Andover is committed to the implementation of this comprehensive Master Plan and this vision.Through this commitment,the future will realize a North Andover that: uuuuuu Remains a welcoming, inclusive and engaged community possessing highly regarded public schools;first-rate public facilities and programs;and a mix of businesses,both large and small, that leverage local talent and provide a variety of employment opportunities. uuuuuu Has readily available commercial and retail destinations throughout town, anchored by a downtown thriving with shopping, dining, entertainment, as well as art, music and cultural opportunities that make it the heart of the community. uuuuuu Delivers a variety of accessible and affordable housing types that reinforce and foster neighborhoods, help revitalize commercial areas, build on the character of North Andover through reuse and repurposing of structures, and equitably serve residents of all ages, abilities and incomes. uuuuuu Enjoys an enhanced and efficient network of roadway, pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure that promote alternative and green modes of travel and an active and healthy lifestyle and safely connects residents, workers and visitors to the town's neighborhoods, recreational opportunities and other amenities. uuuuuu Exemplifies the principles of sustainability to preserve, protect and enhance its ecological assets and historical heritage in ways that meet the present needs of its residents without compromising the well-being of its future generations. North Andover's Master Plan is a roadmap the community will follow to make strategic decisions to take advantages of opportunities, confront challenges, and plan for what may lie ahead. Although the document is organized across seven planning elements, community development is a multi-disciplinary topic that threads all elements of the Master Plan. The benefits and impacts of policies and decisions effect a wide range of community development areas and considering these as a package is critical. Throughout the Master Plan, several cross-cutting themes emerged Introduction/ 9 that will challenge the Town over the next ten to fifteen years and are summarized below.Elements of these themes are discussed throughout the Master Plan along with sets of recommendations that help to address the issues and build on opportunities. 11 1PI-ovi:ng the DowntownExpel-ienc m North Andover's Downtown was one of the most frequently discussed"places" during the Master Plan process. Residents, property owners, and business owners have a strong desire to see the Downtown improve and become a regional destination that can serve residents and visitors alike. Residents articulated a vision for Downtown that included a walkable, pedestrian-friendly place with a variety of retail and restaurant establishments different than what may be found along the other commercial corridors in town. New development in Downtown would have housing above first floor retail to provide the option of living in an exciting and active place.The Downtown would also be an economic driver for new jobs by attracting small offices and entrepreneurs. The Town has a role to play in shaping these desired changes. Zoning needs to be reviewed and changed, development incentives should be considered, and investments in sidewalks, street furniture, and landscaping would help create an improved look and feel. These improvements cross multiple Master Plan elements, and should be considered as a package to drive results that are consistent and cohesive. ',onnecting People an(I Places Residents in North Andover want to be connected to each other and to the activity centers across town. Sidewalk, bike facilities, trails, roadways, and transit routes were all discussed at length throughout the Master Plan process. Concerns ranged from how children and seniors will get around safely without a car,to how commute times could be improved for those needing to get to work on time. Part of the challenge in North Andover is the development pattern that took place over the last thirty years which saw large swaths of Out Country develop as single-family subdivisions without sidewalks or paths to connect people and places.Now that most of the Town has been built out,residents are asking for improvements that will help connect kids and schools, seniors and civic spaces, residents to Downtown or Old Town Center, and people to recreation amenities. To improve connectivity across North Andover, the Town will want to consider how land use and zoning changes could help connect more people to activity centers and what transportation improvements will be required as new development or redevelopment occurs.The Town will also want to consider how investments in new public facilities,fields,recreation centers, or open spaces can be connected to more people who may use different modes of transportation. Make Ilousing i`fcn-( ablc, an(I Accessible Housing prices in North Andover, much like the rest of Eastern Massachusetts, have risen significantly over the last decade.The amenities, services, and facilities offered in North Andover make it a desirable place to live.Much like the rest of Massachusetts,housing supply has not kept pace with demand which has resulted in sharp increases in housing prices especially in sought after communities like North Andover.Zoning in North Andover has favored single-family housing development and left a gap in the market for smaller units. As the Town's senior population continues to increase, the need for smaller units grows. Young professionals and single-person households are also looking for a similar product, but have difficulty finding it. The Master Plan offers several options for encouraging a variety of housing types at different price points,but these options will require land use and zoning changes, housing policy changes, and consideration of how best to provide services residents need and desire. Introduction/ 10 llt-e.a mrving nrrri I't-otecti:ng Natut-al sets One of the most highly coveted and fiercely protected aspects of North Andover are the open spaces and natural resources.These natural amenities provide beautiful views,natural corridors,passive and active recreation opportunities, and drinking water. The continued protection and preservation of these amenities is a top priority for residents coming out of the Master Plan process.As such,the Town should consider how policy changes and financial resources can further advance the protection of additional land and continue the conservation and management of the resources already under protection. The Town should prioritize the review of the existing Watershed Protection District around Lake Cochichewick to ensure the regulations are still relevant and accomplishing water protection goals,while not burdening property owners who wish to make minor modifications to existing structures. The Town should also use the recently completed Open Space and Recreation Plan to prioritize improvements and continue the conversation around open space acquisition. Finally, the Town should revisit the planned residential development zoning bylaw as a way to encourage open space preservation on land that has a high propensity to be developed over time. Opi ol-tuniti s rol.'Reinvestral ent North Andover has emerged from a period of rapid growth that saw development of single-family subdivisions on previously undeveloped land. Large tracts of land that could support additional subdivisions are limited, which has led to a conversation about the next development cycle the Town may experience. Like other communities in Eastern Massachusetts, North Andover has an underutilized downtown and several auto-oriented commercial corridors that could be positioned for redevelopment over time. These locations could help support additional retail, restaurants, office space, R&D, and housing but the zoning and infrastructure would need to be reviewed and revised to ensure new investment aligns with community goals. Creating opportunities in these redevelopment areas would require the Town to consider the implications of several Master Plan elements in concert. This could be accomplished through smaller area plans or corridor plans so opportunities can be considered and supported by the broader community. q...'..r orrio:U,pag...=:..i i:.aA.ctll;nev Corrin v. nft A.Master Plan nynst not onl also lnow those ....... ...... ..... ....... ...... C dover's residents. 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Master Plans are intended to serve as long-term guiding documents to be used by town staff, boards, committees,residents,and outside influencers to help shape the future of the community. Most,if not all, of the goals and recommendations in the Master Plan will require agreement from Introduction/ 11 residents to pursue and for some, the approval of Town Meeting. Therefore, it is imperative the master planning process is transparent, clear, and open to all who wish to participate in order to reach the broadest audience possible. While parts of the plan were developed using data and analysis on existing conditions, trends, and future opportunities; the vision, goals, and recommendations were shaped and changed by residents who engaged in the public process. Their input provided the direction for this Master Plan, and serves as a continuation of the history of civic participation North Andover residents are proud to uphold. Throughout the Master Plan process, the Consultant Team worked closely with the Master Plan Advisory Committee, the Planning Board, and Town staff to develop a public participation program that would reach residents in a number of different ways.The Advisory Committee made a deliberate choice to set community engagement as their most important task. As residents of North Andover and active participants in the civic life of the town, Committee members used multiple forms of media,social networks,and online resources to invite participation in the Master Plan.The following sections describe the different forms of public outreach and engagement used throughout the Master Plan'. OPPORTUNITIES TO PARTICIPATE ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ MAS I ER PN.....AN DVIS()PY C01U I...I......I..N:N: MEN:...I..INSIGS North Andover's Planning Board put out a call to residents to serve on a new advisory committee to oversee the development of the Master Plan.After a thorough selection process, nine residents were chosen to work closely with Town staff and the Consultant Team. The Advisory Committee members had a wide range of professional backgrounds including planning, law, engineering, communications and marketing,land development, and more. The Advisory Committee met twice a month between June 2017 and June 2018. Many of these meetings included discussions with the Consultant Team, but the Committee also met on their own with staff to work on public engagement tasks, document reviews, and committee coordination.The Committee's primary responsibilities included: 1. Advise and participate in the public engagement process including press releases, email blasts, website postings, social media, liaisons to boards and committees, posting yard signs, and more. 2. Assist with public meetings including set up, break down, and facilitating conversations with the public to solicit input for the Master Plan. 3. Provide guidance,review, and feedback on deliverables from the Consultant Team. 4. Attend other board and committee meetings when Master Plan information was presented by the Consultant Team of staff members. All Advisory Committee meetings were open to the public throughout the entirety of the process. ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ MAS I ER PN.....AN PUN.....IC FORUMS S & FOCUS GROUP N::)ISCUSSK:)NDNS 1 A summary of each large public engagement event is included in a separate appendix. Introduction/ 12 To help guide the development of North Andover's Master Plan, the Town held three public engagement events to engage residents and solicit feedback.These events were very well attended and resulted in substantial input that helped shape the vision,goals, and recommendations in the Plan. NVQ "FE.R P1.... N PUBI....aC FORUM #1 The Town held a public forum on November 2, 2017 at the High School that was sponsored by the Community and Economic Development Department and the Master Plan Advisory Committee. Over 200 people attended the first Master Plan Public Forum. The purpose of the public forum was to introduce the broader community to the Master Plan project scope, schedule, and project team and to provide an opportunity for community members to shape the vision and goals of the Master Plan. Upon registration, participants were directed to the first station: a map of North Andover. Participants were asked to place pins on the map corresponding to where they live in town. Next, they were asked to leave comments on four boards about the positive and negative qualities of North Andover today, and what should be preserved or improved in the future. After the first open house exercise,participants were seated and the consultant team delivered the presentation. The presentation, which detailed the elements of a master plan and the process involved,was followed by a second open house exercise, interactive breakout stations.Attendees were directed to a larger room,where eight stations were set up,with a consultant and committee member at each station. The stations consisted of the following: 1) transportation, 2) natural/cultural/historic resources,3)land use and zoning,4)public facilities,5)housing,6)open space and recreation,7)economic development,and 8)priorities/other thoughts.Each station had boards summarizing existing conditions and key issues for each element and each station provided space for participants to share their thoughts.At the element stations,participants were triggered to share their thoughts with the questions "What great?", "What's missing?", and"What could be better?". Lastly, after an hour for the interactive breakout stations, consultants gave short report-outs summarizing what they heard at each station. The workshop then wrapped up, with participants encouraged to continue staying involved in the project's progress. Some of the most frequently mentioned themes, ideas, and topics from the first public forum included: uuuuuu Participants highly value the amount of open space and natural resources in North Andover, the great school system, and the tight-knit community aspect of the town. uuuuuu Some key aspects that participants would like to see improved are sidewalk accessibility, conservation and preservation of natural and historic resources, and the development of a vibrant, accessible downtown. uuuuuu Participants want to maintain the affordability of housing in town, but also want to maintain town character by not overextending housing development.There was also concern about the escalating price points for both owner and renter housing, and how that impacts the ability to live and remain in North Andover. Introduction/ 13 uuuuuu Participants would like to see Downtown revitalized and include a mix of retail, restaurants, cultural activities, and some housing. This should be coupled with improved sidewalks, crosswalks, and streetscape amenities. Major concerns included limited school capacity,the possibility of a marijuana facility,traffic congestion increasing with more housing density,and the potential of losing natural resources as the town develops. MAS".ER P1.... N FOCUS GROUP DISCUSSIONS C USSION ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ Following the first public forum, the Advisory Committee held two focus group sessions at the Steven's Estate.The first on November 81h,2017,was conducted similarly to the first public forum, beginning with a brief overview of what a Master Plan entails and the process involved, and featuring a similar open house portion,though with just four of the seven elements. Presentation boards were arranged in the Estate's ballroom for economic development, housing, land use and zoning, and transportation.A member of the Master Plan Advisory Committee was positioned at each station, and attendees went to each station at their own pace to give their input via commenting on sticky notes. The second, held on November 161h, 2017, was conducted as a roundtable discussion. The remaining three elements—natural, cultural, and historic resources, open space/recreation, and public facilities and services—were the topics of discussion. Some of the most frequently mentioned themes,ideas,and topics from the focus group discussions included: uuuuuu More walking paths, trails, and sidewalk connections across town. Improved public transit access would be helpful for those who cannot drive. uuuuuu Improve the quality of development along Route 114 and in Downtown. Consider a mix of residential and commercial development Downtown. uuuuuu Consider ways to bring more businesses to North Andover. Are there ways to make sure the Osgood site is redeveloped before it becomes too antiquated and needs to be torn down? uuuuuu Open spaces, natural resources, and trail networks are very important to maintaining the character of the town. There is a desire to improve or increase recreation facility options. Residents mentioned a better football field, a public ice rink, a public pool,tennis courts, and more dog parks. uuuuuu Since Lake Cochichewick is a public source of drinking water, the watershed plan and accompanying regulations should be reviewed for relevancy and updated to match any changes in state law. P V NPAS".FE.R II:::HII....AN II:::HUII:::PII....IC FORUM #2 ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ On March 15, 2018 at the High School,the Town of North Andover held a second public forum to solicit feedback on a set of draft goals and strategies. About 6o people were in attendance. The consultant team delivered an informational presentation,but the majority of the meeting allowed participants the opportunity to review the draft goals and strategies, speak to members of the Consultant Team and committee members, and offer comments. Introduction/ 14 The format of the second forum was similar to the first, involving a presentation followed by interactive breakout stations, but also included several introductory open house exercises and a report out.In order to allow the participants to get an in-depth focus on each element and the goals and strategies associated with it, the night began immediately with a short presentation by the Consultant Team and the rest of the time was allotted to the breakout sessions. Upon arriving, participants were directed to take a seat, where they could find a short questionnaire regarding the draft vision statement.A presentation was then given by members of the Consultant Team to describe the seven elements involved in the Master Plan and that the focus of the goals and strategies was based on the feedback from the first public forum. After the presentation, participants entered into the interactive breakout sessions. Seven stations were set up—one for each element—and members of the Consultant Team and Advisory Committee were available at each station to discuss the element and the goals and strategies associated with it. At least two information boards were posted at each station containing goals, associated strategies,and space for participants to indicate if they agreed,disagreed,or felt neutral about the strategies.There was also space for participants to write comments on sticky notes.This workshop only reflected 40 key draft strategies, and an online survey was developed to glean community feedback on all 128 draft strategies. Feedback from the second public forum indicated general agreement on the following: uuuuuu Participants of the forum generally believe that the draft vision statement reflects what they hope North Andover could be at its very best and emphasizes the issues that are most important to North Andover,but some were concerned that it is not specific or tailored enough to the Town. uuuuuu Preservation of open space is very important to participants and must be taken into account when planning for increasing housing development or revitalizing downtown. uuuuuu Participants are conflicted in regard to increasing housing stock in town.While there is a need for more affordable options and senior housing,some community members do not want to see any more large-scale developments in town due to congestion and school crowding. uuuuuu Many responses and conversations emphasized connectivity in regard to transportation and recreation, calling for bike paths and bike lanes, trail connectivity, sidewalks, safe crossings, and parking at open space and recreation areas. uuuuuu Community members would like to see more public spaces for recreation for all ages, local history education, and cultural,music, and art events, especially in the downtown area. During the interactive breakout session, participants were asked to give their opinions on a set of strategies and goals. The top 10 most popular and widely accepted strategies were as follows (in order from highest level of agreement): 1. Ensure existing commercial and industrial land is not converted to support only multi- family uses,but instead a mix of uses promoting vibrant commercial centers and corridors. Introduction/ 15 2. Consider options to expand space available for youth services programs either at the youth center site or off site in shared facilities. 3. Use consistent streetscape treatments and wayfinding signage to connect Downtown with the Mill District to encourage walking,gathering, shopping, and dining between both areas. 4. Develop a conceptual plan for the North Andover Rail Trail that could then be designed and funded in sections over time. 5. Establish a Master Plan Implementation Committee to oversee and advocate for the implementation of the Master Plan over time. 6. Evaluate sidewalk gaps and prioritize new sidewalks based on their ability to connect residents to schools, activity centers, civic spaces, and recreation and open spaces in town. 7. Look for opportunities to enhance visitation to the downtown area through special events and activities (such as the farmers market). 8. Provide incentives to home-owners and business owners to make environmentally- friendly decisions and choices. 9. Establish a seat for historical society board member(s) on the Cultural Council, Historical Commission, and Machine Shop Neighborhood Conservation District. io. Acquire priority open space parcels as identified through the most current Open Space and Recreation Plan. ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ U N FO R IM A...U..U 0 N A N..... UN...� EW E W In July 2017, the Consultant Team worked with Town staff to organize a series of information interviews and focus groups that were organized topically around the seven elements of the Master Plan. Town staff invited a mix of board and committee members, property owners, businesses, residents,and others from outside North Andover who were knowledgeable about that master plan element. The Consultant Team met with each group and facilitated a discussion beginning with the questions below: 1. What are the positive and negative aspects of[topic area] in North Andover? 2. What ideas or goals do you think North Andover should include in the master plan for the next ten years? 3. What are the most important[topic area] issues that need to be addressed in North Andover's new master plan? 4. Where in North Andover are these [topic area] issues most challenging or problematic? Can you help us identify general areas or specific locations on a map? 5. Where are there potential opportunities to address these issues?Can you help us identify areas or locations on a map? 6. What would the Town need in order to address these goal and issues? Leadership? Capacity? Knowledge?Money?Help with conflict resolution?Something else? 7. What is the most important thing the master plan should do for North Andover?What in your view would be the most beneficial outcome? Information from these initial interviews was coupled with the feedback from the first public forum to help the Consultant Team understand the opportunities and challenges in North Andover and begin thinking of ways to address them. ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ Introduction/ 16 Knowing how challenging it can be for residents to attend evening meetings, the Advisory Committee and Town staff also offered opportunities to engage in the Master Plan using online platforms and materials. Throughout the process, the Town maintained a webpage dedicated to the Master Plan and included information on Advisory Committee meetings, public meetings, draft deliverables, online surveys, and a way to comment on any material on the site. The Town posted all meeting agendas, summaries, minutes, and even videos for residents to view if they missed a meeting.All public forums were also posted to the Town's Facebook page. The Town also developed and administered two online surveys during the Master Plan process. The first survey was issued to collect more in-depth information and commentary about how in North Andover.The results of the survey were used to inform the Master Plan's Housing element and were shared with the Merrimack Valley Planning Commission as an additional input into their Regional Housing Production Plan that included North Andover. The second survey was posted after the second public forum to solicit feedback and input on all 120+ strategies for the Master Plan. As noted earlier, the second public forum only asked participants for their input on forty key strategies. To introduce the full range of strategies, an online survey was created that mimicked the same process used to collect feedback at the second public forum.There were nearly 200 survey respondents who comments on the draft strategies. Land Use / 17 m uuuuuuuuu... III IIIIIIIII IIII PURPOSE uuuuuu Describe how North Andover's land use and development pattern has changed over time, and describe the current land use composition of the town. uuuuuu Describe the zoning regulations that govern development and preservation of land in North Andover. uuuuuu Identify locations where residents would like to see redevelopment,new development, or land preservation and conservation occur over time. uuuuuu Recommend changes to the Town's Zoning Bylaws that would encourage land use change consistent with the Master Plan. CONNECTIONS T COMMUNITY PLANNING The land use element of the Master Plan is the thread that connects all the other elements. Land use encompasses the land and built structures, and can shape or be shaped by decisions that are made by residents, staff, and boards and committees in town. Roads, pipes, open spaces, public facilities,businesses,historic neighborhoods, and playing fields are all connected to and impacted by the decisions we make with regard to land use and the zoning regulations that accompany it. The building placement, scale and height, orientation to the street, and relation to surrounding properties all impact how the town looks and functions over time. KEY RECOMMENDATIONS uuuuuu Review the current Zoning Bylaw and compare the current regulations to the desired vision and goals of the Master Plan. Ensure recommendations that can be tied back to zoning changes are identified, prioritized, and completed. uuuuuu Create a new base zoning district for Downtown North Andover that is consistent with the goals of the Master Plan and encourages and incentivizes reinvestment. uuuuuu Focus new development and zoning changes along key commercial corridors that may be more appropriate for higher-density mixed-use development at key nodes or intersections. uuuuuu Undertake a series of area plans for key commercial and mixed-use nodes to establish desired visions and outcomes for each location and craft zoning to implement those desired outcomes. Land Use / 18 uuuuuu Review the existing planned residential development zoning for applicability on remaining undeveloped parcels of land in town, and ensure the existing zoning will aid in accomplishing the preservation of open space on those parcels. Illllll�illllllllllll�llllllllll � III IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII�IIIIIII IIIIIIIIIIIIIII North Andover's land use and development pattern is an integral part of its history and Key Findings story. The earliest residential, commercial, and industrial developments were centered North Andover comprises some 17,792 along water courses and water bodies in the acres, or 27.8 square miles. north and west of town. The remainder of Starting in the 1960s, North Andover saw a the land in town was used for agriculture, or substantial shift in land use patterns from remained part of the undeveloped natural primarily open space and natural features features that give North Andover its unique to large-scale suburban-style residential character. Much of the land south and east development. of Great Pond Road began to develop after Between 1971 and 1999, the amount of the post-World War II housing boom in the land used for agricultural, forest, and open mid-twentieth century. The tighter, more space decreased by 21 percent. compact, gridded development pattern of Between 1971 and 1999, the amount of the early industrial age then gave way in the land used for low and medium density 196os to lower-density, large-lot subdivisions of single-family homes. The residential development increased by 23 area now known as Out Country2 quickly percent. developed over the course of thirty to forty North Andover has 21 individual base years, nearly doubling the population of zoning districts. This is a large number of North Andover and placing a considerable zoning districts for a town of this size, and strain on public facilities, services, and many of the districts are very similar in infrastructure. terms of use and dimensional regulations. Development continues today in North Andover,but is taking a different form than that of the last few decades.There are far fewer single-family residential subdivisions being permitted, and those that are permitted tend to be smaller in size.The large subdivision projects have been replaced by mixed use infill development in the downtown,where residents can live above active commercial uses.The Town has seen, and continues to see, an increasing number of rental apartment and for- sale condominium projects permitted and constructed. These development types provide additional housing choices to those who may not want, or cannot afford, a single-family home in North Andover. Over the past several years, the Town has focused efforts on activating the downtown with new businesses and residential uses to bring a long-desired vibrancy to the area. There is also a renewed focus on making Routes 125 and 114 more productive by encouraging commercial and residential uses to locate in areas where existing services and infrastructure are already in place to support a higher intensity of development. Finally, the redevelopment of the Mills on High Street continues to be a priority with future plans to add more housing and create a place where residents could live,work, shop, and dine all within the same area. 2 Area of North Andover defined as south of Great Pond Road/Andover Street. Land Use / 19 • ' IIIA The purpose of this chapter is to provide an inventory of existing land use patterns,together with an analysis of zoning. It describes how land use patterns have changed in recent decades, where North Andover stands today, and what zoning regulations are in place to shape development now and into the future. LAND USE ATT S Like many Towns in the eastern portion of Massachusetts, North Andover's land use pattern changed rapidly in the post-war era. The completion of the interstate network around the town brought additional people, housing, and jobs to the region. The improved transportation access, employment opportunities, and quality of life in North Andover put the town in a prime position for growth.Market forces and the push out of Boston created a boom for the Town which changed its land use composition quite dramatically. Between 1971 and 1999, the number of acres of low density residential development doubled and the number of acres of medium density residential development nearlytripled.By 1999,23 percent of the land in North Andover was being used for low to medium density residential.3 At the same time, agricultural land, open space, and forested land decreased by 21 percent. Much of the new residential development was occurring in Out Country, where farms, open spaces, and natural landscapes dominated for centuries before.Table 1 shows the percent change in land use coverage from 1971 through 1999•The categories have been condensed for ease of use. CM Agriculture 1,761 10.0% 1,415 8.o% 1,1o8 6.3% 37A% Open Space 697 4.0% 740 4.2% 571 3.2% 15.1/ Forest 10,520 59.7% 9,417 53.4% 8,571 48.6% 1&5% Recreation 186 1.1% 204 1.2% 224 1.3% 2o.8% Non-Forested Wetland 298 1.7% 311 1.8% 325 1.8% 9.2% Commercial 179 1.0% 254 1.4% 276 1.6% 54.5% Industrial/Transportation/Mining 652 3.7% 819 4.6% 879 5.0% 34.8% High Density Residential 761 4.3% 833 4.7% 867 4.9% 13.9% Medium Density Residential 632 3.6% 1,201 6.8% 1,701 9.6% 169.2% Low Density Residential 1,189 6.7% 1,688 9.6% 2,379 13.5% 100.1% Water 751 4.3% 743 4.2% 724 4.1% 3.6% Total 17,624 100.0% 17,624 100.0% 17,624 100.0% Source:MassGIS 3 Low density refers to individual housing units built on lots larger than'/acre in size. Medium density refers to individual housing units built on lots less than'/acre in size. Source: MassGIS,Land Use Datalayer Metadata file. Land Use / 20 ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ When discussing land use composition, it iii 111��III .m0 is most effective to use land use classifications from the Town's assessor's ' database. Land use data from the state is Agriculture 697 4.8% not currently available for municipalities in Commercial 813 5.6% Massachusetts after 2005, and comparing Industrial 399 2.8% 2005 data comes with its own set of challenges.Table 2 provides an overview of Institutional 36� 2.5/ land use composition based on 2017 Mixed Use 245 1.7% assessment data and land use codes. It is Multi-Family 546 3.8% important to note that the total acreage Open Space&Recreation 5,176 35.9% shown in Table 1 on the previous page Single-family 5,094 35.4% differs from the total in Table 2.This is due vacant Commercial Land 63 0.4/ to the assessor's database not accounting for land such as roadways and waterbodies, vacant Industrial Land 95 0.7� which are not typically part of an vacant Residential Land 918 6.4% assessment database. Total 14,407 100.0% *Acreage does not include roads and assessor data entries that are not coded. The 2017 land use assessment data shows Source:North Andover Assessor's Database the Town is almost evenly split between land that currently supports development, and land that supports agriculture, open space, and recreation.4 Land used for open space and recreation,and land used for single-family residential continue to dominate the landscape of North Andover. Those two categories comprise over 70 percent of the land in town. In the first table comparing land use change from 1971-1999, forested land made up over 48 percent of North Andover's total acreage.Much of that land is categorized in the assessor's database as open space, and some may fall into the vacant categories as well. Geographically, the greatest diversity of land uses occurs along the primary travel corridors of Route 114, Route 125, Main Street, and Sutton Street. Here we find pockets and concentrations of commercial and industrial land,which comprises about 8.5 percent of the land in North Andover. The land use patterns along these corridors follow the historical development trends in North Andover, and show commercial and industrial development concentrated along travel corridors very much separated from the single-family subdivisions in Out Country.The land use map on the following page shows the composition of uses across North Andover. 4 Land use categories were condensed for presentation purposes. N W E win "N it N h FP.rrr Rd lu l + m yJJI' r%i r s m w s U� 4 , G-1, at U s / rall 1 t e '1IIyI�() r, d /a Ir ti , / � plAiiU-�1��� a� �€t //yPa i ✓O \ mllll� -� 'F nSt Ro W i ter /O r, r � T ,�� 1 aS4t if7�'Nittir Bo i d Se "t ��/ Fo" ° d tre i1 ., g1,b e M r �uiN Pw �a Y P Street t t\ WV.. jo lo 0 /fir ge P yrr° ti ��O mi urr tau<u0 Wr w ��� The maps made available to the public by the Town of North Andover are not legally recorded maps nor surveys and are not intended to be used as such Nor should they be used for navigational tracking or any other purpose requiring exacting measurement ofdistance or direction or precision in the depiction of geographic features.The data provided may be inaccurate or out of date and any person or entity who relies on said .information for any purpose whatsoever does at their own risk.In noway does North Andover warrant the accuracy,reliability or timeliness of any ofthe data provided on these maps. Date,8/29/2017 a' Sources:Town of North Andover,MassGIS,MassDEP, p �;, EOEEA\ /` / 0 0.5 Mile Map Creator?Patrick McCafferty ........ P. Single Family Agricultural Vacant Commercial Land Existing Land Multi-Family Industrial Vacant Industrial Land RKG MixedUseInstitutional Vacant Residential Land Use Pattern Commercial Open Space&Recreation Water North Andover-Massachusetts Land Use / 22 DEVELOPMENT G U LAT l S One of the key components to a Master Plan is assessing the Town's local zoning regulations and requirements.Zoning is a tool designed to direct and control development and the pattern of uses in a community. It describes the location, set of land uses, and the relationship between the land use and the surrounding context. The Master Plan sets forth a vision and direction describing, in part,how the use of the land will evolve over time. Zoning should be consistent with that land use vision, and serve as the implementation arm of the Master Plan. In an ideal setting, a resident, property owner,town official,or developer should be able to review North Andover's zoning bylaw and understand what the community wants in the different zoning districts across the town. ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ OVERVIEW OF NOR...I..HNDC)' VEWS ZONING N::)aS...I...RIC...I...S North Andover's Zoning Bylaws were first adopted in 1943• Since then, numerous amendments have been made t " ° through the work of the Planning Board and Town Meeting. The Zoning Bylaw establishes twenty-one base B1 16 0.1/ zoning districts and several overlay districts. The primary B2 43 0.2% overlay districts include the Osgood Smart Growth Overlay, the Downtown Overlay, and Watershed B3 36 0.2/ Protection Overlay. Table 3 shows the number of acres in B4 61 0.3% each of the base zoning districts. Over 70 percent of the CDD1 19 0.1/ Town is zoned either R-1 or R-2, the lowest density CDD2 18 0.1% residential zoning districts which have minimum lot sizes CDD3 103 0.6/ of two-acres and one-acre,respectively. GB 162 0.9/ The following provides an overview description of each 11 289 1.6% zoning district organized by land use classification. 12 952 5.4% 13 46 0.3% RES IDE.NI...a I.... D IS"I."RICWT5 1S 111 0.6/ ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ The residential zoning districts in North Andover consist PCD 6 0.0/ of R-1,R-2,R-3, R-4,VR,R-5, and R-6. Residential zoning R1 6,961 39.2% encompasses the large majority of the land in North R2 5,665 31.9% Andover. While residential is the primary use in each R3 1,479 8.3% zoning district, the Planning Board has the authority to R4 1,211 6.8% grant Special Permits for some commercial uses which R5 193 1.1/ include retail stores, salesrooms, bakeries, banks, offices, municipal offices, libraries, and dining rooms or R6 23 0.1/ lunchrooms. VC 63 0.4% VR 283 1.6% RESIIIf.::: EIN.N..IIAII... 1 , 2, AIN 3 (IR I , IR 2, AIN IR 3) Total 17,739 100.0% In the Zoning Bylaw these three low-density residential Source: Town of North Andover districts are grouped together and include allowance for the same types of uses. The primary purpose of these districts is to allow for the development of single-family detached dwelling units. These three zoning districts encompass a tremendous amount of land across North Andover.The primary difference between these three residential zoning districts are the minimum lot sizes which range from two acres in R-1 to one acre in R-2 and o.6 acres in R-3. Frontage requirements Land Use / 23 also vary starting with 175 feet in R-1 and going down to 125 feet in R-3. R ESIIII:::: IN.I.IIAII... 4 (IR 4) The R-4 zoning district allows single-family and two-family dwellings on small lots, with a minimum lot size of 12,500 square feet. Unlike the previous three residential districts, the R-4 district does allow two family dwellings. This district covers the traditional residential neighborhoods north and west of Route 125 and south of the Lawrence Municipal Airport where lots and houses are much smaller, and there is a tighter gridded development pattern. VIIII...II...AGE Ifs SIIIIIPS.I.IIAII... (VIS) The VR district,located in a linear strip covering frontage parcels along Route 114,begins to allow a slightly higher intensity of residential development.Multi-family structures of no more than five units are allowed by-right in this district so long as the property is served by municipal sewer or a private sanitary treatment system. Two-family dwelling units are also allowed by-right in this district.The VR district has a one-acre minimum lot size requirement,with 250 feet of frontage if the parcel is located on Route 114. S II I E PS.I.IIAI1 5 (IR 5) The R-5 zoning district is very similar to the Village Residential district in that it allows multi- family dwellings and two-family dwellings, although the District Use Regulations in Section 4.124 do not specify a maximum allowable density.The primary difference between the R-5 district and the VR and R-6 districts is the allowance of a hotel/motel use by Special Permit. SIPS1IIAII... 6 (IR 6) The R-6 zoning district is the most intense residential district allowing multi-family structure of no more than seven dwelling units. This district also allows some commercial uses by Special Permit which include eating and drinking establishments, personal services, professional offices, and retail establishments. The R-6 district has the largest minimum lot size of all the residential districts at three acres, and is restricted to a maximum Floor Area Ratio(FAR) of 0.25.5 CGMNV ERCa 1..../BUSINESS DIS"I."RICW...I... ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ The commercial/business zoning districts in North Andover consist of B-1, B-2, B-3, B-4, CDD1, CDD2, CDD3, G-B, PCD, and VC. These districts are primarily focused in the Downtown area, along Routes 114 and 125, and along Sutton Street. I: LJ S II IPS S S 1 (I13 1 ) The B-1 zoning district allows for retail establishments up to 50,000 square feet in size by-right, with developments exceeding that threshold eligible for approval through a Special Permit by the Planning Board. This district also allows for personal service businesses, professional offices, eating and drinking establishments (only as a secondary use within a primary use), and multi- family dwellings such that the use does not comprise more than 50 percent of the total floor space S Floor Area Ratio refers to the ratio of the building's total floor area to the size of the piece of land which it is built upon.For example,a one-acre parcel that has an FAR of i.o would limit the total floor area of the building to 43,56o square feet. Land Use / 24 of the building. Single-family and two-family dwellings are allowed by-right in the district. The minimum lot size in this district is 25,000 square feet (just over a half acre), and buildings are limited to thirty-five feet in height. The maximum FAR in the B-1 is 0.30 with a 30 percent maximum lot coverage restriction. BLJSIIIPSESS 2 (II: 2) The B-2 district is very similar to B-1 with the exception of not allowing two-family dwellings, and multi-family dwellings require a Special Permit.This is the only business/commercial district that allows town houses to be constructed under a Special Permit.The B-2 district begins the transition of higher intensity commercial districts moving away from allowing residential components. In this district, office uses and eating and drinking establishments are allowed by-right with limited use restrictions.The dimensional requirements of the B-2 are very similar to the B-1,but here the maximum FAR is 0.75 instead of 0.30. [3 LJ S II IPS ES S 3 (II: 3) The B-3 district is a large-scale business district that only allows business and commercial uses without allowing any residential. The minimum lot size is much larger than the B-1 and B-2 districts at 120,000 square feet with a floor area ratio of 0.40. It appears the intention of this district is to encourage larger-scale retail, office,medical office, and commercial uses. B LJ S II IPS ES S 4 (II:� 4) The B-4 district is very different than the previous three business districts in that it is highly restrictive in allowable uses, limiting development to business and other offices, research and development, hotel/motel, and professional offices. This district does not allow retail, or eating and drinking establishments without restrictions.While the minimum lot size is close to two acres, the maximum building height is extended to sixty feet with a maximum FAR of 1.5. This is the highest of any base zoning district in town. )E V E II...(..)11=' E IPS.1.. I[.' II S.M II(;;.1.5 :;If.::: If.::: 1 , 2, A IPS The three Corridor Development Districts (CDD) are all very similar in their allowed uses and dimensional regulations.The primary difference between the three is the minimum lot size which ranges from one-acre for CDD-1 up to two-acres for CDD-3. The maximum FAR for each district is set at 0.75 with a maximum lot coverage of 70 percent,much higher than any other base zoning district in town. These three districts are designed to support business and office uses, retail establishments,professional office uses, and indoor recreation facilities. G E IPS HA II... [3 LJ S II IPS ES S (G IB) The G-B district is intended to support the majority of small business establishments that would look to locate in North Andover. This includes professional offices, retail stores, and eating and drinking establishments.This district has a much smaller minimum lot size at 25,000 square feet and a maximum height of forty-five feet. This district does not have a maximum FAR, but does have a 35 percent maximum lot coverage restriction. VIIII...II...AGE (:;(..)MMEIR(:;IINI... (V(:;) The VC district is intended to support full-service commercial developments that include a variety of retail stores, personal services, professional offices, and eating and drinking establishments. Land Use / 25 This district is located in one specific location near Brook Street along Route 114. The minimum lot size is 8o,000 square feet with no maximum FAR restriction. The maximum lot coverage is restricted to 25 percent. 1::11 A IPS IPS I[.) C.C. MMERC:;II M... IDV II1::)MErSl" Finally, the PCD district is more restrictive when it comes to commercial and retail uses by requiring a Special Permit for retail and eating and drinking establishments. This district does however allow for multi-family dwelling units. It is difficult to tell what densities are allowed as a description of uses restrictions in the district is missing from Section 4.The minimum lot size for the PDC district is high at 150,000 square feet with a Soo-foot frontage requirement.The setback requirements are also high at loo feet for the front yard setback and fifty-feet at the sides and rear. The district has a maximum FAR of 0.75 and a maximum lot coverage of 25 percent. The industrial zoning districts in North Andover consist of I-1, 1-2, 1-3, and I-S. P�If.::: U S.I. II A II... I A IPS 2 (II I A IPS 2) The use restrictions in these two industrial districts are very similar.The I-2 district does allow a few additional uses by-right including warehousing,lumber yards, and auto-related uses such as a bus garage, and auto body repair and service stations. The I-1 and I-2 districts have the exact same dimensional requirements with 8o,000 square foot minimum lot sizes,fifty-five-foot height restrictions,fifty-foot setbacks all around, and a maximum FAR of 0.50. P�If.::: US.I.IRIIAII... 3 (II 3) Allowable uses in the I-3 zoning district are identical to that of the I-1 zoning district, except it includes municipal buildings as an allowable use. The I-3 district has a high set of dimensional restrictions including a ten-acre minimum lot size, a front setback of loo feet, side and rear setbacks of 200 feet, and a maximum FAR of 0.50. P�If.::: US.I.IRIIAII... S (II S) The Industrial S district is a bit more unique and flexible compared to the I-1 through I-3 districts described above. The I-S district is intended to facilitate smaller scale industrial, business, and research uses, as well as light manufacturing and fabrication. Business uses such as banks, restaurants, retail food stores, and retail stores are allowed in this district as long as they are accessory to a principle use. The minimum lot size in the district is 50,000 square feet and the setbacks are much lower than the other industrial districts at thirty feet for a front and rear yards and twenty feet for sides. The maximum FAR is still the same as the other industrial districts at 0.50 with a 35 percent building coverage maximum. ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ C.)S G C.)C.)If.:::) S MA IR 1 G IR C.)`7✓1 II....� C.)V E IR II...A`P The purpose of this overlay district is to encourage the redevelopment of the former Western Electric manufacturing facility, and create new development that promotes a range of housing options and a healthy mix of uses.The overlay district was designed in accordance with the Land Use / 26 State's 4oR regulations, and includes guidelines for affordable housing,higher density development, and creative site planning.There are three sub-districts within the Osgood Overlay which include a Residential Mixed-Use Zone (31.65 acres), a Mixed-Use Development Zone (10.15 acres), and a Business Opportunity Zone (125.94 acres). Within the Residential Mixed-Use Zone, a proponent could build a variety of housing types at densities that meet the minimum residential density thresholds established by the 4oR district. These housing types include two-family,three-family,townhomes, and multi-family residential. There are also provisions for restaurants and personal service establishments to serve the residents and businesses on site.The Mixed-Use Development Zone is intended to provide a transition between the Residential Mixed-Use Zone and the Business Opportunity Zone.The Mixed-Use Development Zone is intended to promote a mix of uses including residential, retail, offices, commercial, and civic uses. Business uses are allowed by-right,with residential uses requiring a Special Permit. Finally,the Business Opportunity Zone is intended to facilitate compact,high-density retail, commercial and industrial development at a scale that could support public transportation to the site. Uses that are allowed by-right include (but not limited to)medical offices,professional offices,restaurants,personal services,manufacturing, and research and development.To date, a full redevelopment plan has not come forward, instead the property owner has opted to subdivide space within the larger building for a number of smaller office and industrial users. `7J IPS I()`7J IPS ()V II...A`P IE)II S 1 IR II C'7 The Downtown Overlay District was created to facilitate development and redevelopment of smaller mixed use commercial areas to support goods, services, and housing in a compact environment.The intent of the district is to encourage a diverse mix of uses in the same structure, encourage first floor retail space, enhance and encourage a vibrant pedestrian and bicycle-friendly environment, and allow for a more compact development pattern than may be permitted in other zoning districts across town.The district allows for a wide variety of commercial and retail uses, as well as multi-family development up to eighteen units. Larger multi-family developments above eighteen units are permitted by Special Permit.The district also has set of design guidelines to try to ensure new development fits in with the surrounding character of downtown. WA I IRS II� 1='IR()1 E CI'IIPS IE)II S 1 IR II CI The Watershed Protection District was put in place in the late 1980s to establish an overlay district to protect the Town's sole source of public drinking water. The Overlay stems from a Lake Cochichewick Watershed Plan completed in 1987 that recommended a management area to preserve the purity of the ground water, the lake, and its tributaries by imposing restrictions on development taking place in the underlying zoning districts.The Watershed District is divided into four zones: General, Non-Discharge, Non-Disturbance, and Conservation. These zones are accompanied by a set of development restrictions that limit the types of uses allowed in each zone. The majority of the prohibited uses in each zone are related to potential discharge activities or level of potential site disturbance. For example, the Bylaw prohibits uses that would result in a change in grade, installation of a septic system, use of lawn care and fertilizer. Uses permitted by Special Permit come with strict submission requirements in order to provide evidence that the disturbance to the land and impact to the lake will be minimal. 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Say ., s F j ry m s, m i y t i / 2 The maps made available to the public by the Town of North Andover are not legally recorded maps nor surveys and are not intended to be used as such Nor should they be used for navigational tracking or any other F� pd - purpose requiring exacting measurement ofdistance or direction or - ee l/ precision in the depiction of geographic features The data provided may be inaccurate or out of date and any person or entity who relies on said °- information for any purpose whatsoever does at their own risk.In no way 3 csea"'s does North Andover warrant the accuracy,reliability ortimeliness ofany of the data provided on these maps. Date:8/22/2017 m Sources:Town of North Andover,MassOIS,MassDEP,USOS,MassDEP swsC,EOEEA 0 0.5 1"Mlle Map Creator:Patrick McCafferty , Zoning Overlay RKG Adult Entertainment Historic District Base Map Downtown Overlay District = Watershed Protection NorthAndover-Massachusetts District Land Use / 28 uuuuuu Desit-able Locations rot-t t-o th an( I°'t-c.a l- ation One of the key questions a Master Plan can help address is the geographic balance of growth and preservation. The Master Plan's land use strategy and the Town's Zoning Bylaw need to be aligned so the future land use vision can be implemented through specific changes to the Bylaw.If the two are not aligned,the changes desired by North Andover residents are unlikely to come to fruition. The Master Plan process needs to explore with residents what types of development may be desirable in the future, and what locations may be appropriate to accommodate those types of development.The Master Plan process should serve as a conduit for those conversations,which in turn will help inform future zoning decisions and ultimately shape development proposals. Regulations that Suppoil a Futat-e Vision rot-Notth n lovel- The Town's Zoning Bylaw should serve as the implementation arm of the Master Plan's land use chapter.The Zoning Bylaw is a reaction to the development patterns and issues of the last fifty years in North Andover. The Town has seen a substantial amount of development, particularly single-family homes in low density subdivisions. If the future of the Town is to push development in a different direction, the Zoning Bylaw needs to be updated to reflect that. For example, if there is a desire in town for smaller lots, clustered residential development, inclusionary zoning to help with housing affordability, mixed-use development in key activity centers and along travel corridors, and accessory dwelling units to support multi-generational living,the Zoning Bylaw would need to be updated to reflect those types of development. The existing Zoning Bylaw does not allow for some of these development outcomes as it is written today. .',onaiatent ppipoach to Key The key corridors of Routes 114 and 125 are a patchwork of zoning districts that result in auto- oriented, single-use, stand-alone structures with little integration across parcels or with the surrounding environment.The Master Plan process should identify the future vision for these corridors at a high level. Could some of the existing business, industrial, and corridor development districts be consolidated to form a more consistent zoning approach along segments of the corridor?What uses are most appropriate along these corridors,and does that depend on where one is along the corridor? Does the intensity of use change as one travels from west to east along Route 114? Lund Use / Z9 LAND USE GO/\L 1: FOCUS NEW DEVELOPMENT IN LOCATIONS CURRENTLY SERVED BY /\OEOU/\TE PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE THAT ENCOURAGES THE REUSE ORREDEVELOPMENT OFEXISTING BUILDINGS OR LAND. � Review the Osgood Smart Growth Overlay District and update the Zoning Bylaw to ensure the district encourages the types of uses that are attractive in today's market and consistent with the direction ofthis Master Plan. � Create u new base zoning district for Downtown North Andover that is consistent with the goals of the Master Plan and encourages and incentivizes reinvestment. This should include, but not belimited to: n Replace and expan.d theexisting Downtown Overlay District and the General Business District with unew base zoning additional redevelopn�entshesalong | Sutton Street from 1-495 to High Street to create a gateway into North Andover. n Allow uses that add flexibility and desirability for buildings downtown which could include uses such as co-work space, breweries/distilleries, food trucks, or creative maker space. n Continue to uUonv budding heights up to 45 feet as stated in the current General Business District. n Consider setting u rninbnurn and rnadrnurn front setback for buildings along Main Street that provides space for improved landscaping, pedestrian gathering spaces, benches,wider sidewalks, and other public amenities. � Focus new development and zoning changes along key commercial corridors that may be more appropriate for higher-density mixed-use development at key nodes or intersections. Folu.ro oonnnnoro/o[ nnixe(J-ose, onl nnoh/-ftznn//y ros/(Jonio/ (.1ono/opnnona shoo/l be on000rogo(.] tolocale ioplaces u:horos/nn//oroonoonarolionsnf(Jono/opnnona. o/roo600x/ t.. Corri(Jors//A-oRooie Rooto�1.4,SollonStreet,Ma/nStroot,on�por�/onsef���oo����oo� o/roo6ohave oonoonarotionsnfh/ghor /naons/ty (.1ono/opnnona. on.] 000/lsornoos /000t/ons u:hororo(Jono/ornnona. 000ursover t/nno. Toon000rogothe ro(Jono/ornnona. nfo/lorproportios o/onl these rooi.os, the Tbu:nshoo/loons/(Jorup(Joi/nl thozon/n.7 o/onl bhos000rr/(Jora, /no/oainl ron/sh/nl thozon/n.7 rogo/otions /n the Corr/(JorQeno/opnnona Districts (C'/)D).f1 ron/ou: efrn/n/rnorn lot. siye, soi600A-s, ho/ght,por0nl, on.] o//ou:o6/o osos 000/l ho/n o(Jil/st. zon/n� 1.o1.oA-oo(Jnon1.age oft.o(Joy'5opporl.on/�ys/l.es. A Future Lund Use Map was developed during the Master Plan process tohelp the Town guide land use and regulatory decisions.That discussion ishighlighted ontheproceedingpuges. Future Land Use Map Existing Land Use Pattern Map Showing Existing Land Use Categories North Andover's land use and development Map#1 -Land Use pattern is an integral part of its history and story. � Historically, commercial/ industrial en development ntial an in northern portion of town grew from proximity to the nearby !f"< ; mills and access to the river. Much of the town �� ..�M, remained open land and agricultural fields for i �h decades until the mid-twentieth century's rapid � a =' outward expansion.As shown in the map to the right,much of the town south and east of ! ' �r w� % - Great Pond Road developed as single-family subdivisions around existing water bodies, 4 1 wetlands, and open spaces. In order to keep pace with new development,the Town had to expand public infrastructure and services to meet new ��� ���°�� w:; � demand. �� IF Development continues today North Andover, �r but is takinga different form than that of the m last few decades.The Town has begun shifting into redevelopment mode focusing on areas that could support an increased intensity of development.The continued repurposing and redevelopment of the Mills is an example of howa ��, the reuse of existing buildings and properties can spark reinvestment and create news^ h� o businesses and job opportunities. The same vision of reuse and redevelopment has been extended to places like Downtown and the Osgood Landing property where existing buildings could be repositioned to take advantage of new market opportunities and bring in additional businesses,jobs,taxes, ppJJJ �'"' "" ry """' K' Existing Lane l�11'VIA mon ui Iv f,ul rl IIU �N ,i IA A and residents.Throughout the Master Plan �„ ,,wUse Pattern process the Downtown has been a primary ..... focus for residents who would like to see a more vibrant area with new shops, small offices, and residences above storefronts, all integrated with new sidewalks,landscaping,lighting, and pedestrian gathering spaces. Residents also expressed interest in updated commercial nodes and corridors that could support a mix of business types,restaurants,personal services, and a consideration of residential uses in the right locations. Alongside new development opportunities,residents have also expressed interest in continuing to preserve the open spaces and natural resources across town. Lake Cochichewick is a critical natural resource,recreation amenity, and the source of the Towns drinking water. Ensuring the health of the lake and watershed are of utmost importance to continuing residents' quality of life. Investing in the protection of open space will also help maintain and enhance natural systems, and the beauty and character of North Andover. If additional residential subdivisions are built on vacant parcels of land,these should be designed to maximize open space preservation and clustering of new homes where possible. Considerations for Future Land Use Planning The Master Plans public process has provided direction on land use policy that can be tied to changes in regulations as well as geographic location.The Future Land Use Map is intended to highlight both policy considerations and the general geographic area(s)where those policies should be implemented.The numbers and brief descriptions below correspond to the numerical makers and dashed boundary lines on the Future Land Use Map. ORoute 125/Osgood Street/Sutton Street Corridor This corridor connects one of the primary redevelopment sites in North Andover to I-495,the Lawrence Municipal Airport, Lake Cochichewick, and Downtown North Andover.As a gateway into the town,the Route 125/Sutton Street Corridor offers opportunities for both large- and small-scale commercial,office, and light industrial development with excellent transportation access.The corridor is also checkered with small-to mid-scale retail and restaurant development that could be enhanced in the future.The connection to Downtown is key to bringing future workers and residents to the walkable amenity-rich center the Town is actively trying to create.This corridor may offer some opportunities for housing as part of the overall redevelopment plan,particularly on the Osgood Landing property that is currently zoned under the State's 40R program. 0 Watershed....Protection D................ ................ istrict Critical to protecting the Towns source of drinking water,the Watershed Protection District's regulations and permitting process should be reviewed to ensure current regulations are in line with(or exceed) state 1.......regulations and best practices for protecting drinking water sources. U 0 Downtown North Andover North Andover residents want a more walkable, active,and exciting downtown environment.The existing Downtown Overlay District should be revisited to look at allowable uses,height, setbacks,parking,and whether the current Overlay boundary should be extended to other adjacent parcels. Opportunities for creating gateways into the Downtown from Sutton Street,Waverly Road, and at Main/Water Street should be explored. ® Neighborhood Commercial Nod......... es LSmall neighborhood-serving commercial nodes can be important assets to surrounding neighborhoods, particularly when they support daily service needs or restaurant options for nearby residents to walk to.The small commercial area at Route 114 and Berry Street, and the commercial strip along Route 125 from East Water Street to Main Street offer opportunities to create small,but robust neighborhood service commercial districts of a size and scale that fit within the context of the surrounding residential areas. OrGateway Commercial Corridor The stretch of Route 114 between I-495 and Route 125 is a mix of large-scale commercial strip centers and small single-use commercial pads bordered by residential development and open land.This strip is a primary gateway into North Andover and leads to Merrimack College, a huge market for commercial development along Route 114. Development along this stretch should be connected with shared access Lpoints, connected parking,safe pedestrian access, and envoke a sense of arrival into the community. © Transitional Commercial Corridor The commercial area along Route 114 between Route 125 and Johnson Street is a point of transition from the more heavily developed commercial uses closer to I-495 and the lower-density areas approaching the Middleton line.The Town should consider what the future holds for some of the older commercial and industrial developments along this stretch and how new development should interact with Route 114 and its surroundings.Are there opportunities for additional light industrial development? Housing to support the college?Additional medical offices? 7 O Low Density Res' and Open Space Preservation Residential Much of the area west of Great Pond Road is zoned for single-family low density residential development. While this use is appropriate for this part of Town,there is a desire to protect additional open space.The Town should consider land use strategies that promote the preservation of open space as a component of new subdivisions and residential development such as cluster zoning or transfer of development rights. 4 M 4� v W L S It wb,i V m� ,n. i 'r yrr 7✓ %h �10 � I�r h u�Q ,m" opportunity toResposition � I Gateway District NordiAndover-Massachusetts d. Water Resource Protection ��� Transition District Future Lan www w Downtown District m „...I.. Cluster and Protect Map ,u _� mV1 Neighborhood Cotrnerciai Water Use 1 ap Land Use / 31 LAND USE GOAL 2: UPDATE THE TOWN'S Z I YLAW TO BE CONSISTENT WIT THE GOALS AND RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE MASTER PLAN. uuuuuu Review the current Zoning Bylaw and compare the current regulations to the desired vision and goals of the Master Plan.Ensure recommendations that can be tied back to zoning changes are identified, prioritized, and completed. uuuuuu Simplify and consolidate the number of zoning districts in the Town's Zoning Bylaw, and update the Town's Zoning Map to reflect these changes. uuuuuu Review existing lot size requirements and dimensional regulations for Residential Districts to determine if they are consistent with the vision and goals of the Master Plan and desires of North Andover's residents. uuuuuu Undertake a series of area plans for key commercial and mixed-use nodes to establish desired visions and outcomes for each location and craft zoning to implement those desired outcomes. Tti.ere inay be local.ioi,is across "ou.»i.u.A.ere..fin-1. �.erplaiv,i.hul aiu.]public s is iwe(Je(.]gyri- (Jesire(.] to bell.�er tau.1ersmiu.] the �rl.:�l.:��r��:r���.l����l��"n���..����r� (Jevelopineiv. aria preserval.ioi,i aiu.] h.ou) zoi,ihul cou](.l ori- shou](,l be chai,ige(J, 71w Masler Plai,i hi lu.(Jes s�ine higher-level chaiu.les i��zoi,i.l����,�1,1 u.1. area plai,i s oi,i h.ou) i'ieu) (levelopin.eiv. aiu.1 hifi—asirticl.u.re a haiu.lesn.ighl. looA; a iuJ..fi.n,icl.�ioi,i "l"ypical area plai,is hiclu.( e a revieu) of laiu.l ur"n e, zoi,ihub exi"n t.hul (levelopinei,il, ecoi,ion-lics1inal-A-el., :mi,wiroivn.ei'a al resou.rces, aiu.l hifi-asirticlaire. Reaioinineiulal.ioi,is cai,i.bena(Je..jbr hou) lh.ese 1 n ge the I.ypes of(Jevelol.inei'a the ccrinin:o,i.ii.y z ai,i.ls to see L ocal.ioi,is inay hiclu.(J ml orlioi,is ofll"ouIe 11,4 aiu.]Rou.l.e:� a'l aiu.lDoun,i.l�oun'i. LAND USE GOAL 3: ENSURE NATURAL RESOURCE PROTECTION DISTRICTS CONTINUE TO SERVE AS EFFECTIVE MEASURES FOR PROTECTING THE TOWN'S C ITICAL WATER SUPPLIES AND NATURAL HABITATS. uuuuuu Establish a lake and watershed oversight committee to undertake a thorough review of the Town's Water Resource District Bylaw. Ensure the Bylaw is consistent with any applicable state guidelines and regulations, and determine if the Town wants to exceed those guidelines. uuuuuu Review the existing planned residential development zoning for applicability on remaining undeveloped parcels of land in town, and ensure the existing zoning will aid in accomplishing the preservation of open space on those parcels. NCrlh Aiulover'5 plaiv(.] reel( eiv.ial (. evelopinei'a zoi,iiiu.7 is a clu.si r zoi,inu.7 approach.. Cluster zoi,i.iiu.7 is a remgi.dalory �l.00l that, coinin:r,i.iiies cai,i. :rse to preserve Irl:ei,i space u.A.ile "Lill allo:v hip 7 the ( evelopineiv. elf a piece orf laic.]. Cuit. ofleii, chrsier zoi,ihig is :r"n e(.] oi,i Irl:ei,i iviih l l:��rra�°�:ls �1��' ��ll�.�-:.����r. oily 1��.�r �.�:m"n��� littleIrl:ei,i spacem n l�r���/ �l�.�r� :�.���:�l�l 1��: l�:rll� ��:r� :�.�:�1� "�1��.. preserve(J �j ail:.si�e zoi,i.bu.7 is u.l.iliz(.1, l.he "6u)i,i.cai,i.sel. aiii,i.ii.:.i. i.pei,cei,ii.a(.Ie ofol.:el'i space that, inu.st. be preserve(.] hi relairi,a.jbr allo:vhul the (.1e. eloper to crea�l.e smaller lois that, are claas:erea1 ioa ei�h.er" hi sone cases, coa. a.u.11aiies inay allou.a a slight, eiwou. age a evelol.:aers to l.aA-gym a(. vai'aage of l.�he cl:isi�erprovisioi,i Regu.lal.ioi,is cai,i.be zvril�lei,i. Land Use / 32 to preserve corri(Jors oj'z,uoo(Je(J areas alorul romlivays to block vietus irao the(Jevelopuieril., preserve ei,ivii-oi,ii7-iei,ii.ally,,�ei,i,,it.ive areas ori flee site, arul preserve operispaces. Housing / 33 m mumu IIIIIII IIIIIIIics IIIIIII IIIIIII IIIIIII IIIIIIIII IIII PURPOSE uuuuuu Describe the current demographic profile of North Andover and how the population is anticipated to change over time. uuuuuu Describe the existing housing stock and household composition in North Andover, and how it is expected to change over time. uuuuuu Recommend housing policies to help address housing shortages,price diversity, diversity of housing choices, and housing to support residents through each life stage. CONNECTIONS T COMMUNITY PLANNING North Andover saw a rapid rise in the number of single-family homes over the past few decades which resulted in an increase in population,stretched municipal services,and a loss of open space. This, along with concerns about overcrowded schools,have kept the housing conversation muted for some time. The Town has had a number of larger apartment complexes and 4oB projects permitted and constructed,but still lacks a variety of housing types that residents are looking for. Throughout the Master Plan process, residents repeatedly described ever-increasing housing prices that are keeping out young professionals and families and pricing seniors out of the community. The desire for housing choice is prevalent, but discussions of how housing truly impacts transportation, open space, natural resources, and municipal services must occur for real change to happen. KEY RECOMMENDATIONS uuuuuu Review the recommendations from the Merrimack Valley Regional Housing Plan for consistency with the Master Plan. Prioritize recommendations that overlap both plans. uuuuuu Update zoning to ensure that deed restricted affordable housing is provided as a component of new market-rate residential development projects. uuuuuu Determine the supply and demand for senior market-rate and affordable housing and plan for housing to meet the need. uuuuuu Create an Accessory Dwelling Unit(ADU)bylaw that would allow small accessory residential units on existing residential parcels. Housing / 34 � � � III IIIIIIII� IIIIIIII The history of North Andover dates to the 1640's, when the community was settled Key Findings for agricultural purposes because of the fertile land and abundant water resources. North Andover's population in 2015 is 29,271 By the 191h century,industrialization began and has steadily increased over the last 40 years. to take hold within the town. The North Andover has become more racially Merrimack River and the Cochichewick diverse between 2010 and 2015 with the Latino Brook provided the water power for population nearly doubling. industry boom. In 1853, a connection to The number of housing units is expected to grow the railroad further expanded the by 16 percent between 2010 and 2030. industrial base of the Town,which resulted Median household income in North Andover is in a greater number of people making $100,286 which is 43 percent higher than the North Andover their home. Commonwealth's median household income. About 56 percent of the housing units in North As transportation networks further Andover are single-family homes. expanded during the twentieth century, The median single-family home value is $520,150 housing which was once concentrated versus $355,350 for the Commonwealth. around the industrial center became more dispersed across town. This resulted in a North Andover is currently below the Chapter suburban growth pattern with single- 40B 10 percent minimum threshold, with 8.7 family homes on large lots. With the percent of its housing stock set aside as completion of Interstates 93 and 495 in the affordable. 196o's, North Andover became even more attractive to people who wanted to move out of Boston to live in a less thickly settled community. Today, North Andover is a desirable community with good schools and proximity to employment centers, open space, and recreational areas. The housing built in town provides a mix of options for residents, including single-family homes, apartments, and condominiums. This section will provide an overview of the demographic characteristics of North Andover and a snapshot of today's housing stock. IIII III�IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII I Illsll 1 IIII VIII IIIIIIIII Illsllll IIIIIIIIII�II III�IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII IIIIIIIII 1111111111�III��1111 '1111111111 VIII VIII (IIII VIII 111111111111111111111 (IIII Ilii BACKGROUND Placing local conditions and trends in the context of a larger geography helps to shed light on a community's relationship to its surroundings;this is especially helpful when trying to understand and evaluate the key issues impacting a town. North Andover is in Essex County which is in the northeastern portion of Massachusetts. The communities that surround North Andover include: Lawrence,Methuen,Haverhill,Boxford,Middleton,North Reading,and Andover.The map on the next page shows the location of North Andover in context of these surrounding communities.The historic downtown is in the Northwest portion of the town, and abuts the City of Lawrence. The downtown area has a mix of both housing and commercial development. Moving south and east the settlement pattern changes substantially, making way for the suburban house growth that Housing / 35 began in the 196os.Dispersed among and around the tracts of development,are significant pockets of open space,natural areas, and water bodies. As part of this Demographic and Housing Section, Essex County and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts were selected for comparison purposes. These geographies were selected because they provide a larger context to understand the existing conditions found in North Andover.Essex County is a good benchmark because its composition includes North Andover, and other similar communities; while the Commonwealth's inclusion in the analysis functions as a baseline to measure performance against state-wide trends. N l W —. �d a � v ova °% 7 vrt.! rz d e� m � 125 / I Mrddtesen gr r or, .� A, �1sr �� , �rR",re, �rst W e.rlm w s / DV ,o Ab )i. G U >> i �41�d � ah ��� �- � � vL r ✓i Ste j t �- -6� A6 h , u '0, `M�IRo Il,,. I 114 / Stc' 5 ak n / I frThe maps made available to the public by the Town of North Andover are not legally recorded maps nor surveys and are not intended to be used r„y,dd/ere mo as such Nor should they be used for navigational tracking or any other „ut in ,�; a p„ purpose requiring exacting measurement ofdistance or direction or Aa ' precision in the depiction of geographic features The data provided may etv,'+ ' 1 0 l be inaccurate or out of date and any person or entity who relies on said information for any purpose whatsoever does at their own risk.In no way dpe s North Andover warrant the accuracy,reliability or timeliness of any a ofthe data provided on these maps. ,Soy ae� Dat\e,�8/22/2017 y.:7 o Sources:Town of North Andover,MassGIS,MassDEP,USGS,MassDEP Bwsc,�GEEA 0 0.5 1"Mlle Map Creator?Patrick McCafferty _ 01 ; 1 t N ! tt f C l I l Monuments Open Water Schools Open Space RKG Base°T Rivers/Streams Commuter Rail Stop Map ParcelLine ��Train Route NorthAndover-Massachusetts Housing / 37 ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ North Andover experienced a considerable population boom starting in the 196os, and began to level off in the year 2000.Over that forty-year period,the Town's population increased iso percent (over 16,000 residents).6 That period of rapid growth left the town strained in terms of keeping up with service demands and having the physical infrastructure to support that growth. Today, the population is still increasing, but at a much more manageable pace. The most recent population estimate from the US Census has the Town's current population 29,271 as of 2015.7 Looking forward to the year 2030, the population of North Andover is projected to continue to increase. Projections from the Metropolitan Area Planning Council(MAPC)forecast an increase of 6 percent between 2010 and 2030, or about 1,60o additional residents. Population projections from the Massachusetts State Data Center also predicts North Andover's population to increase by 6 percent over the twenty-year period between 2010 and 2030.8 This projected growth, as well as changing household composition, is likely to result in demand for additional housing units at a variety of scales and price points. Soi.urce:N1 K'11S,MAPC 35,000 30,000 umuumwllBl,uuuuuuumuuuuuumuuuuuuiiiiiiiuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu 29,990 7,202 °uuuumZoguuummuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu 352 29,082 25,000 mi ,,,iiiimmmumumu z 22 792 20,000 uumuminn�uuuuuu�"'�1°1oilig'uuuuuu M 15, 111 16„284 474747 '10,000 5,000 0 '1970 Ig8o 1990 2000 2010 2020 2.030 M INortll Andover 6 National Historical Geographic Information System(NHGIS),2017 7 ACS 2011-2015,Table Boloo1,"Age" 8 Metropolitan Area Planning Council(MAPC)Projections,Metro Boston Population and Housing Demand Projections 2014,and Wass Donohue Institute Population Projections Program,Massachusetts Population Projections 2010 to 2035.MAPC projections assume"status quo"growth(or loss). Housing / 38 ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ POPW A HON BY AGE Population by age are important statistical points to consider when looking at the demographic makeup of a community.This data can tell the relative health of a community through the balance of its population. In 2015,approximately 23 percent of North Andover's population was under the age of 18.While this age cohort spans a total of eighteen years,it is important to note how large or small this group is,as these are the children in the community who are living,growing,and thriving in the town.Another interesting finding is the cohort group of between 25 and 34 years. In North Andover,this cohort accounts for 9 percent of the total population, as compared to Essex County and the Commonwealth which account for 12 percent and 14 percent,respectively.This age group represents residents who are likely out of school and in the early years of their professional career. This population segment usually brings life and vibrancy to a community, as well as expendable income.9 In North Andover, residents between the ages 35 to 54 (made up of two distinct cohorts, 35 to 44 years and 45 to 54 years) constitutes about 31 percent of the population.10 This group is very important to the health and success of a community. These residents are in their prime earning years and contribute significantly to the local economy.Their housing choices and spending habits have a direct impact on the town. They typically have school-age children, so school quality is an important driver in the decisions they make about where they will live. Seniors—defined here as the population 65 years and over—are a growing demographic in North Andover, as well as almost all other suburban communities in Massachusetts. Population estimates from the Census Bureau indicate that seniors currently account for about 14 percent of North Andover's population", and between 2010 and 2015 this group grew by 27 percent.12 The growth in number of residents over the age of 65 has clear implications for housing in North Andover. Seniors, particularly those looking to downsize,will be looking for housing options that match their life stage,physical ability, and price point. 9 ACS 2011-2015,Table Boloo1,"Age" 10 Ibid. 11 Ibid. 12 ACS 2oo6-201o,Table Boloo1,"Age",ACS 2011-2015,Table Boloo1,"Age" Housing / 39 of II::,IopWation by Age Group: North Andover and Comparison Communities, 2015 Soi.urce:ACS 2011.2011 '100% go% 8o% 70% 60/ 17% 16% 15% 50% 347% 20 '10 0% North Andover Essex County Massachusetts L.)roder'1€; 1€ to 21 years e 25 to:31 years 35 to 11 years 15 to 511 years 55 to 611 years 651-yearQ, ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ ACE AND N:...MMO...�Y North Andover is becoming a more racially diverse community. While the town is 89 percent white, changes in racial and ethnic composition are starting to take hold.13 The second largest minority group in North Andover are Asians,making up 6 percent of the population.Interestingly, this is nearly double the percentage found in Essex County, but closely mirrors that of the Commonwealth.�4 Other groups that contribute to the diversity of North Andover's resident population are African Americans (1 percent), some other race (2 percent) and two or more races (2 percent); the percent of these populations is smaller than both Essex County and the Commonwealth. 13 ACS 2011-2015,B02001,"Race" 14 ACS 2011-2015,B02001,"Race" Housing 40 Race and I::.::.'-thnicity: North Andover and Comparison Communities, 2015 Source:A(..'.S 2011-2015 100% go% 89% 80% 80% 80% 70% 60% 50% 10% 30% 20% '10% 1% 1 6% 2% 4% 10% 2% 3. „0% 2% EWER North Andover 1:::.ssex Courity Massachusetts White i,,, 13ack Asian SOITie Other Race 11 wo or More Races North Andover's Latino population has risen more than 95 percent,from just 788 people in 2010 to 1,538 in 2015.15 Latinos span the spectrum of races defined by the Census Bureau. In total, Latinos comprise nearly 5 percent of North Andover's total population.16 15 ACS 2oo6-2010,B03002,"Hispanic or Latino Origin",ACS 2011-2015, B03002,"Hispanic or Latino Origin" 16 ACS 2011-2015, B03002,"Hispanic or Latino Origin" Housing / 41 11 atino �::,Iopu�ation: North Andover and Comparison Communities, 2015 Sour-ce:A<.S 2011-201 '100% 95% go% 89% 82% 847% 70% 6o% 50% 10% 30% 18% 20% 11% 1(7% 5% 47% North/Vodover IEssex County Massachusetts 1140ro L...a ino i I....a ino ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ The Census Bureau defines "household" as one or more people living in a housing unit, and includes a variety of living arrangements. North Andover is expected to experience considerable household growth over the next fifteen years. Some of the growth can be attributed to elderly households downsizing, selling existing homes to new residents, and looking for a different type of housing in North Andover.Based on estimates from MAPC,the number of households in North Andover could increase by as much as 16 percent between 2010 and 2030,from 10,516 to 12,236 (an increase of 1,720).17 North Andover's projected household growth rate exceeding its population growth rate is no surprise. It echoes the nation's long-term trend toward smaller households.The projected growth in households highlights the importance of having an adequate housing supply to meet demand. 17 MAPC Projections,2017 Housing 42 fflstorica� and �::,Iro^ected HouseWds» 1970 -2030 youmsw1 oy.wmpc �1,000 �2,000 u'z58 11,374 m,000lo,516 9,724 4000 7,891 u,000 6,756 11 4,714 1,000 2,000 o '1970 ig8o '1990 z000 zom zozo 2050 North Andover HOUSEHOI [) UNCOIME Household income directly influences the ohUitv of residents to support their families, frequent local businesses, and pay for town services. The median household income in North Andover is $znn,z88,which issignificantly hieherthunbothEssexCounty($8g,n88)undtheCommonnveuhh ($88,583).18 Within North Andover,33percent ofhouseholds earn more than$z5n,nnnper year. Comparatively, only z7percent ofhouseholds inboth Essex County and the Commonwealth earn more than$z5n,nnnper yeur.w This isnot tosay there are not lower income households hnNorth Andover. In 2015, about 26 percent of households are earning less than $50,000 per year; of all renter households 57 percent earn less than $50,000 while only 14 percent of owner-occupied households earn under$50,000.20 This shows that the lower income residents in North Andover tend more towards being renters. '^ACS zo1+zo15'o19o13'"Median Household Income inthe Past 1zMonths(In zo15Inflation-Adjusted onUao)" ''ACS zo1+zo15'oi9ool'"Household income" ""ACS zo11ao15'oi9ool'"Household mcnm,"'ACS zo11ao15'oz5118'"Tenure byHousehold Income inthe Past Twelve Months(in zo15Inflation Adjusted onUao)" Housing / 43 Househdd Income, 2015 Source:A(...S 2011-2015 '100% VIII �II�I�!�I IIpI°1'.V ����Iiliiplii' X47% 8o% 70% 60% 50% 16% 16% 110% 30% 13/ 247% 0% North Andover ILsse)c County Massachusetts m <C '15,000 x',,15,000 ',,21,999 '2.5,000 x:31,999 IS $35,000..W,999 $50,000...$71.1,999 IS$/5,000...$99,999 ® $'100,000 -$'11.19,999 IIIIII $'150,000-$'199,999 MIN.x,200,000+ ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ Nationally,household sizes have decreased over the last few decades, a trend also experienced in North Andover. The reduction in large household sizes holds true for both owner and renter households. In 2015,the average household size of an owner-occupied unit was 2.82 occupants in North Andover.21 Demographic changes have taken place that have pushed household sizes down. In 197o about 15 percent of the owner-occupied households in North Andover had six or more occupants, in 2015 about 2 percent of owner-occupied households have six or more occupants. Conversely, in 1970 one-person households accounted for 9 percent of the owner-occupied units, while in 2015 one-person households accounted for 17 percent of all owner-occupied units. 21 ACS 2011-2015,B25010,"Average Household Size by Occupied Housing Unit by Tenure" Housing / 44 IHousehoW Size: Owner Occupied Source: Il'eNHGI S,A<.S 2011-201 35% 30% 000000000000000 �r� ..r° 2 5% 2.0% mumuID�y°Pnvmoo�nmamnU� iii 15 m uuum umuu uuumnnm�� 10% uuuu�� 5% 0% '1970 Ig8o '1990 2000 2010 2015 C1roe I ersoro Ifwo I ersoro If gree I ersoro F our f ersoro F ive f erson ix or More uuum � � uuuuu c' Like owner-occupied household sizes, renter-occupied household sizes have decreased over the past 40 years. In 2015,the average household size of a renter-occupied unit was 2.04 occupants.22 From the graph below, it can be observed that one-person renter-occupied households have increased over time, in 1970 these households accounted for 22 percent of all renter households, but by 2015 they account for 48 percent of all renter households. In North Andover households with two or fewer members account for about 75 percent of all renter households.�3 These demographic changes have impacts on the market for housing, as developers create supply based on the demand from households.The growth found in one-person households has resulted in the development of studios and one-bedroom rental units within the town. 22 ACS 2011-2015,B25010,"Average Household Size by Occupied Housing Unit by Tenure" 2jIbid. Housing / 45 IHousehoId Size: IRenter Occ a ied Source: Il'eNHGC S,A<.S 2011-201 60% 50% 110% o„vvrmrmvy NNN. mdo�vvvi�'� uvvuom%o�°tl""'"vn�" umuuuuuuumuum i������ 50% muuuuuujp0m vrmivrmnvvrmivrmvumv mmmmmmmmmmmmm mmmm�mmm�mmm�mmm� �umuuuuumuuuuuuu 2.0% 10% 0% '1970 Ig8o '1990 2000 2010 2015 Or 1:1 ersoro Ifwo y.:ersoro If gree y.:ersoro Four Persoro five Verson Six or More HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ HOUSING U NSI I...I...S Based on ACS data from 2015, North Andover has 11,366 housing units.24 Over the last 40 years, the town experienced a substantial increase in housing units built, with an emphasis on single- family homes. Population and housing unit projections from MAPC forecast a 16 percent increase in the total number of housing units in North Andover between 2010 (10,964 housing units) and 2030 (12,768 housing units).25 �4 ACS 2011-2015,Table B25024,"Housing Units" 25 MAPC Projections,2017 Housing 46 fflstorica� and �::,Iro.' ����� IHousi ��� Units yourcemxpcwI oy �1,000 �4768 �2,000 11,882 �0,000 —''- ' 9,943 8,000 8,271 6,000 7,047 ,94 1,000 2,000 o '1970 ig8o '1990 z000 zmo zozo 2050 North Ar�dover HOUSUNG SMCK North Andover, not unlike many other Boston area suburbs, has the majority of its housing as detached single-family homes. In 2015, approximately 58 percent (8,389) of North Andover's zz,388housing units are detached single-family units.e6lnaddition,North Andover has uhealthy inventory of multi-family units, including apartments and condominiums. Approximately zz percent(3,332 units)of the Town's housing units are located in buildings with five or more units.27 While the Town does have a diversified housing stock,price points in North Andover are quite high creating unentry barrier for both homeownership and rental. 26 ACS zo1+zo15'Table oz5oz4'"Housing Units" Housing / 47 w M MEMO=MEM2212= Single-Family,detached 56% 51% 52% Single-Family,attached 8% 6% 5% Two-Family 6% 12% 10% 3-4 units 8% 11% 11% 5-9 units 6% 5% 6% 10-19 units 8% 4% 4% 20-49 units 2% 5% 4% 50+units 5% 5% 6% Units-Other 0% 1% 1% Source:U.S.Census,American Community Survey(2011-2o15),Table 825024,"Units in Structure;"and RKG Associates. ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ AGE OF HOUS�NG The housing stock in North Andover is much newer when compared to Essex County and the Commonwealth. This reflects the building boom that occurred after the 196os. In total, about 41 percent of the housing units in North Andover were built after 198o (4,577 units),with 11 percent of the total units in the town built since 2000.28 Only 32 percent of the Town's housing stock was constructed prior to 1959, which is substantially lower than that of both Essex County and the Commonwealth as a whole. While the Town does have some historic neighborhoods and older historic homes,the number is not nearly as high as other towns in the County. 28 ACS 2011-2015,B25034,"Year Structure Built" Housing / 48 Age Of Mousing (by Year IB uik) in North Andover Source:ACS 2011.2011 ,100% go% 32% 8o% 747% 56 51% 6o% 1,47/ 30% '147/ 0 North Andover Essex County Massachusetts uum 2000 or Vater ig8o iggg c'IgEio '1979 ig5g or eadler North Andover's development pattern can best be described visually by mapping the age of housing structures. The map below visualizes the outward growth experienced in North Andover over time.What is apparent is that the oldest residential structures exist in and around the historic downtown.Newer development radiates south and east from the historic activity centers into Out Country. 1 / / NNy��p} l W E S. • - '� a ((F rrrrr i�r FIaA�l� � fr� 1j r Ill'�Pr, �lff% Open Space Non-Residential Parcels The maps made available to the public by the Town of North Andover are not legally recorded maps nor surveys and are not intended to be used as such.Nor should they be used for navigational tracking or any other purpose requiring exacting measurement ofdistance or direction or Py ' precision in the depiction of geographic features.The data provided may ep o be inaccurate or out of date and any person or entity who relies on said information for any purpose whatsoever does at their own risk.In no way 3 Suea�os dyes North Andover warrant the accuracy,reliability or timeliness of any ofthe data provided on these maps. Date,8/29/2017 Sources:Town of North Andover,MassGIS,MassDEP, EOEEA� r O 0.5MII@ r Map Creator?Patrick McCafferty —--- Residential Parcels 1960-1980 RKG Before 1940 1980-2000 . � �'�� Year Built 1940-1960 2000-2017 NorthAndover-Massachusetts Housing / 50 ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ IENURE North Andover has more owner-occupied housing than rental housing.Recent housing data shows that nearly 69 percent of the housing stock is owner-occupied, while only 26 percent is renter- occupied.The percentage of owner-occupied housing in North Andover is much higher than that of the county and the state.29 The large percentage of owner-occupied units is quite common in suburban communities, particularly those that experienced substantial growth after 1950. The vacancy rate for housing in North Andover is quite low at 5 percent.This is lower than that of the county and state. IHousing 1l enure in North Andover Source:ACS 2011 2011 ,47471NJ 80% 70% 647% 50% 110% 30% 20 '10 0% North Andover Essex County Massachusetts ,,,ill, Owner Occupied , Renter Occupied P Vacant FINANCIAL CHARACTERISTICS OF HOUSING IN NORTH ANDOVER ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ SINGI.....E..FAI aI.....Y HOMES Based on data provided by the Warren Group,the median sales price in 2016 was $520,150,with a total of 293 sales.30 The median sales price of homes in North Andover is significantly higher than both Essex County and the Commonwealth. While homes in North Andover have a high median sales price,they have yet to return to the pre-recession prices of 2007. Between 2007 and 2016,the median sales price of a home in North Andover decreased by 9 percent. Comparatively, the median sales price for homes sold in Essex County and the Commonwealth decreased by 11 percent and 14 percent, respectively.31 �9 ACS 2011-2015,Table 1325003,"Tenure" 30 The Warren Group,2016 31 Ibid. Housing / 51 Sin&'famHy Median Sa7es l�::,IriceS» 2007 -2o16 Source:nxewarrenC"mup s7oo,000 g600,000 g5oo,000 ~ g1oo,000 g5oo,000 gzoo,000 g'loo,000 go 2007 2oo8 zoog 2010 2 01 2012 2015 2011 2015 2o,i6 North Andover EssexCounty KAassachusct t CON DOM UNUU IMS Condominium developments in North Andover are predominantly located near commercial activity centers and around the downtown. Condominium units differ from single-family homes in that they offer the setting of two-family orclustered multi-family housing with unownership component.Condos are typically sold in one-or two-bedroom configurations and are owned by or marketed to u wide range of households such as young professionals, scnuU families, and seniors. In 2018, the median sale price for the 188 condominiums that sold in North Andover was $216,300.32 That median price is about 40 percent less than the price of a single-family home.This makes these smaller units attractive to households who may be looking to buy into the market as u first time homebuyer but do not want u large single-family home or cannot afford u more expensive home. Compared toboth Essex County and the Commonwealth, condominium prices in North Andover are cheaper. In 2018, both comparator geographies had higher cnediun sales values for condominiums,whhrespedivevuk/es of$z57,5nn and$339,900.33 `"|bid. Housing 52 Condominium Median Sa7es l�::,IriceS, 2007 _2o16 Source:T1 iewarroC"MUID s1o0,000 g550,000 g5oo,000 _ gz50,000 gzo0,000 ~ g'15o,000 gm0,000 g50,000 go 2007 2oo8 zoog zom 2 01 2012 2015 2011 2015 2o,i6 Andover EsscmCoumY KAassachusct t FORECI OSURES As the "Great Recession,"began totake hold in 20n8, u general trend nationwide was the rise of foreclosure proceedings and actions.The two metrics that indicate significant foreclosure activity are the foreclosure ratio and the total number of foreclosures. The foreclosure ratio is the ratio between the actual number of foreclosure petitions to the number of actual foreclosure sales. A high foreclosure ratio indicates that u foreclosure was acted upon and the lender has taken possession. Data from the Warren Group shows that as the local housing market improved in North Andover, foreclosure activity declined over time. However, utindng difference exists between the recovery of single-family homes and condominiums.At the height of the recession in 201o,the foreclosure ratio in North Andover for single-family homes was 23 percent, with u total Of 46 foreclosure notices issued.34 The peak foreclosure activity for condominiums occurred in znzz when the foreclosure ratio reached 29 percent, with a total Of 30 foreclosure notices issued.35 The time lag for the correction in the condominium cnudcet indicates the extent to which the market was oversold.By 2016,both single-family homes and condominiums had the same foreclosure ratio of gpercent.u6 `+|bid. 35|bid. Housing / 53 North Andover 11:::-orcosure Ratio, 2007 - 201 Source:T1 ie WKarrerr Gr,01111 30% min 7 y/ m F uumuuum uummuiiiumuuuuuuul�' 70% uuuuumumumuumuw uuuum 111111 VVupu / i u / III III � VIII �i Il uuii '10% j�11r11 0% 2007 2rrrr8 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2o,i6 rogVe...F:aiff Vy 1,,,4/-l-,Corodo ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ R N:.N...�.. N..... HOU a NDN G The availability and pricing of rental housing is important because rental units offer choices to people who may not be in a position, or have the desire, to purchase a home. Recent estimates place North Andover's renter-occupied single-family inventory at 312 units.37 In 2016,the average monthly rent on a single-family home in North Andover was $2,724.38 Between 2011 and 2016, North Andover's average single-family rent increased by 6 percent.39 Rental prices in multi-family apartment developments have escalated over the past five years.To some extent, growth in asking rents is the direct result of higher-end rental product being built, and a lack of supply with increased demand. In 2016, the average monthly rent in a multi-family residence in North Andover was$1,757.40 Between 2011 and 2016,North Andover's average multi- family unit rent increased by 15 percent.41 Additionally, the presence of Merrimack College bolsters the local rental market because students live off campus. ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ Future residents,employers,and employees consider not only the cost of purchasing a home when deciding where to live or locate a business,but also associated property taxes.Massachusetts towns are particularly dependent on real estate taxes to fund local government services such as schools, public safety, and public works; and residential property invariably accounts for the largest 37 ACS 2011-2015,1325032,"Units in Structure by Tenure." 38 Zillow,North Andover,Single-family Residence Rent,2017. 39 Ibid. 40 Zillow,North Andover,Single-family Residence Rent,2017. 4'Ibid. Housing / 54 percentage of the total assessed value in most cities and towns. In North Andover, the average single-family tax bill in 2017 was $7,290, an increase of 9 percent over the average bill in 2010.42 The residential property tax rate in North Andover for 2017 is $14.28 per$1,00o in assessed value and has increased by 12 percent from 2010, this is slightly less than the Essex County average of $14.41 per$1,00o in assessed value.43 HOUSING AFFORDABILITY ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ HAP I ER 4oB G.L. c. 4oB, §§ 20-23 (Chapter 4oB) is a state law that went into effect in 1969. Its purpose is to provide for a regionally fair distribution of affordable housing for people with low-to moderate- incomes. Affordable units created under Chapter 4oB retain their affordability over time, even under strong market conditions,because an affordable housing deed restriction limits resale prices and rents for many years,if not in perpetuity.Another type of affordable housing-generally older, moderately priced dwellings without deed restrictions, and which lack the features and amenities of new,high-end homes -can help to meet housing needs,too,but only if the market allows. Chapter 4oB establishes a statewide goal that at least 10 percent of housing units in every city and town will be deed restricted affordable housing. Chapter 4oB also supersedes zoning and other local regulations that make it too expensive to build low- and moderate-income housing. By consolidating the approval powers of multiple town and city boards,the state legislature hoped to provide more low-income housing options throughout the Commonwealth. Under Chapter 4oB, the Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA)may approve, conditionally approve,or deny a comprehensive permit to qualified developers to build affordable housing. A comprehensive permit is a unified permit, i.e., a single permit that incorporates all the local approvals required under zoning and other local bylaws and regulations.However,in communities that do not meet the 10 percent minimum, developers may appeal to the state Housing Appeals Committee(HAC).Although comprehensive permits may still be granted after a town achieves the 10 percent minimum, the RAC no longer has authority to overturn a local board's decision. Because North Andover is currently below the required Chapter 4oB 10 percent affordability requirement, based on DHCD's records, it is important to highlight the status of the Town's Subsidized Housing Inventory. Over time,affordability restrictions may near their expiration date and it is important for the town to make informed decisions as to whether it wishes to find ways to renew those restrictions. SUBSIDIZED HOUSING INVENTORY ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ DHCD maintains the Chapter 4oB Subsidized Housing Inventory(SHI), the list that determines whether a community meets the 10 percent minimum. The SHI is also used to track expiring use restrictions, i.e. when non-perpetual affordable deed restrictions will lapse. The 10 percent statutory minimum is based on the total number of year-round housing units in the most recent federal census, Census 2010. According the Department of Housing and Community 41 Massachusetts Department of Revenue,2017 43Ibid. Housing / 55 Development's (DHCD)records as of August 30, 2017, (which are based the total number of year- round units in North Andover per Census 201o),North Andover is currently below the to percent statutory minimum. The Town currently has 945 units on the SHI, or 8.7 percent.44 As seen in Table 5,the clear majority of affordable units listed on North Andover's SHI are rental units which make up almost 83 percent of the Town's SHI eligible units. 9=1 Rental 788 Ownership 157 Total Affordable Units 945 Total Housing Units 10,902 Percent Subsidized 8.7% Source: DHCD,2017 FE.RM OF AFFORDABIl....a.'FY ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ Table 6 shows the number of SHI units by type and year of expiration. Of all the units listed on North Andover's SHI, about 71 percent were constructed under comprehensive permits.About 93 percent of the units on North Andover's SHI are deed restricted as affordable units in perpetuity.41 SII III m s m u m s s m, 2102 32 0 32 3% Perpetuity 112 763 875 93% N/A 13 25 38 4% Totals 157 788 945 100% Source: DHCD,2017;and RKG Associates, Inc. ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ H O UU N G COS...� BURDEN Rapid growth in housing prices coupled with sluggish growth or an outright decline in incomes, contributes to a housing affordability problem known as housing cost burden. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) defines housing cost burden as the condition in which low-or moderate-income households spend more than 30 percent of their gross income on housing. When low- or moderate-income households are spending more than half of their income on housing costs,they are said to be severely housing cost burdened.46 Housing cost burden— not Chapter 4oB criteria—is the key indicator of affordable housing need in towns. 44 Massachusetts Department of Housing and Community Development(DHCD)CH4oB Subsidized Housing Inventory, North Andover,8/30/2017. 45 Massachusetts Department of Housing and Community Development(DHCD)CH4oB Subsidized Housing Inventory, North Andover,8/30/2017. 46 For homeowners,"housing cost"includes a mortgage payment,property taxes,and insurance. For renters, "housing cost"includes monthly rent and utilities. Housing / 56 Over 28 percent of North Andover's households (about 2,940) have low- or moderate-incomes. With high housing costs, it is not surprising to find that many of the town's residents spend more on housing than they can really afford.47 Table 7 reports HUD's current housing program income limits by family size for the Lawrence, MA-NH HUD FMR Area (which includes North Andover) and the maximum housing payment that is affordable in each tier. "Low"and"moderate"incomes are based on percentages of the HUD Area Median Family Income (HAMFI), adjusted for household size. i I�u f ui� alai i i qui u u Household Size Income Maximum Affordable Income Maximum Affordable (#of People) Limit Housing Payment Limit Housing Payment 1 $30,700 $768 $47,600 $1,190 2 $35,050 $876 $54,400 $1,360 3 $39,450 $986 $61,200 $1,530 4 $43,800 $1,095 $68,000 $1,700 5 $47,350 $1,184 $73,450 $1,836 6 $50,850 $1,271 $78,900 $1,973 North Andover Area HUD Median Income HAMFI :$87,600 Source: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, FY 2017 Income Limits;and RKG Associates, Inc. Based on the percentage of all households in North Andover with low to moderate incomes, it is not surprising to find that 20 percent of low- or moderate-income households are housing cost burdened and 13 percent are severely cost burdened.48 Though it is an affluent suburb, North Andover has a significant percentage of households that are affected by the rise in homeownership and rental prices.Table 8 summarizes the incidence of housing cost burden in North Andover. It should be noted that in affluent communities, some homeowners are making the conscious choice to spend more than 30% on housing costs because they can afford it. Reasoning for these choices include having access to excellent public amenities such as schools. Based on the cost burdening data, nearly 50 percent of the renter households in North Andover are currently cost burdened. 47 CHAS,derived for HUD from ACS Five-Year Estimates,2009-2013. 48 Ibid. Housing / 57 lit VIII i��ui�"iii OEM Est. %of Total Est. %of Total Est. %of Total <=30% 5,530 71% 1,440 53% 6,970 66% >30%to<=50% 1,435 18% 655 24% 2,090 20% >50% 740 10% 645 24% 1,385 13% Cost burden not available 65 1% 0 0% 65 1% Total: 7,770 1 100% 2,740 1 100% 1 10,510 1 100% Source: HUD Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy(CHAS)Data; RKG Associates, Inc. DEVELOPMENT TP, DS ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ NEW PESaDEN...� a N..... DEVEN.....OPI EN...�... Steady residential construction activity both in terms of single-family and multi-family homes has been taking place around North Andover. Based on information provided by the Town, over the last five years a total of 195 building permits were issued for single-family homes.49 uuuuuu Single-family building permits issued: • Fiscal Year 2017—37 housing units • Fiscal Year 2016- 17 housing units • Fiscal Year 2015 —4o housing units • Fiscal Year 2014—45 housing units • Fiscal Year 2013 —56 housing units Additionally, multi-family housing developments have increased over the years. Based on data provided by North Andover, there are about 996 multi-family units which are either planned, permitted, under construction, recently completed, or envisioned.50 Some of the envisioned or soon to be completed developments include: Berry Farms: 196 unit 4oB development which is fully constructed and occupied. West Mill—Water Street: 41 market rate rental units which is fully constructed and occupied. uuuuuu Merrimack Condo: 48 unit 4oB development which is mostly constructed and mostly occupied. uuuuuu Bradstreet School Redevelopment: 15 market rate rental units which have been constructed and are occupied. West Mill— Parking Lot: concept plan for 200 market rate rental units. uuuuuu East Mill — 140 market rate rental units with approximately 33% of the units to begin construction in spring 2018. 49 Information provided by North Andover Planning Department 50 Ibid. Housing / 58 uuuuuu Former KofC: Up to 136 market rate rental units and a zoning change to B2 from GB which will allow for a building height waiver by Special Permit. uuuuuu Fogetta Farm: 192 market rate rental units, a Princeton Properties development which the Planning Board has permitted. uuuuuu Population an(I I lousehohl Gt-owlh. Based on the projected population and household growth in North Andover, proactive planning is essential for accommodating new growth while maintaining the characteristics and qualities that make North Andover a great place to live and work. This future growth has the potential to impact transportation, public infrastructure,housing, and town services in North Andover. The increase in population requires a proactive strategy on the part of the town to minimize impacts, while not completely closing the doors on new development or redevelopment. Changes in population and households have impacts on the town revenues and expenditures. The growth in residents between the ages of 35 and 54 years old is helping to fill jobs, and homes that are on the market, and support local retailers. This generates sales and property taxes that are reinvested back into the community.While homeowners and renters in this age group contribute substantially to the vitality of the community,they also rely on town services such as schools, recreation facilities, and the library. The population of individuals between the ages of 55 and 64 years are also important because this group is near retirement age, and possibly looking to downsize in terms of housing.Having options available for this group could ease existing market pressures on younger families looking to live in North Andover. Planning for housing which is safe and affordable to accommodate families with children is important in making North Andover an attractive place to live. The school age population accounts for about 23 percent of the total population, making children an important consideration with regards to town planning. The Town invests significant funds into providing services for children;these services range from school funding,recreation programs, and after-school activities.Changes in population within this age group also have the potential to impact classroom sizes and the need for more programmatic space. Young adults, those aged between 18 and 24,are just starting in the workforce or are attending school.Housing for this population becomes important because they are just starting to establish themselves outside of their parent's homes. Having housing for this population helps to ensure that community members ultimately do not leave North Andover because they are priced out of the market. uuuuuu n icw Residents ages 65 and older currently account for about 14 percent of the total population in North Andover. Seniors have special needs and require services that can be different from the rest of the population.The need for amenities such as transportation services,grocery delivery, increased calls to the police and fire departments, and programming to maintain social interaction are all critical pieces to the health and general well-being of senior residents. Universal design and increased accessibility for both public and private housing options is also Housing / 59 highly desirable and would help support the growing senior population as they age in place. In North Andover, the escalating housing prices and housing-related costs (taxes, utilities, insurance) can make it difficult for senior residents to remain in their homes. There are also very few options for seniors to move into a different type of housing such because of accessibility issues related to housing design and living space arrangements. Seniors maintain a special place within the community and ensuring their presence through targeted initiatives by the town can help improve the situations faced by seniors. To better understand the local housing situation affecting residents of North Andover, the town conducted an online Housing Survey in July of 2017. Outreach was conducted by the Town, and included sending the survey link via email to residents of the North Andover. The Housing Survey had 24 questions, both multiple choice and extended response, which asked specifics as to each resident's housing circumstances and preferences. Example questions include describing their present housing situation, as well as what type of development residents would like to see in town. Overall,there were 331 respondents, and the information provided from the Housing Survey was highly informative to the Master Plan. Results from the housing survey point to a desire for housing choices that allow residents to remain in town as they age, as well as additional affordable housing options. This was particularly true for seniors who took the survey. Housing choice, accessibility, and affordability are critical issues to address if seniors are to remain a contributing component of North Andover's population. uuuuuu Housing The price and availability of housing in North Andover is driven by the supply and demand of the marketplace. North Andover has become a desirable place to live for many reasons and market pressures have led to price escalations and supply issues.There is considerable debate, and rightly so, among residents, boards, and officials about how, why, when, and where to accommodate additional housing development.The Master Plan and the Town ultimately have a role in shaping the type,location, and even to some degree the price of new housing.This is an opportunity for the Town to come together to discuss the future of the community and options to direct new housing development, or redevelopment, to particular locations and encourage certain housing types. Responses from the Housing Survey indicated respondents are interested in seeing new housing constructed in town, but 48 percent showed preferences toward more single-family detached homes.51 A smaller contingent of respondents noted the need for additional senior housing options and affordable housing options.More than 50 percent of survey respondents noted it was very important to them to remain in North Andover as they age, but additional services would be needed.Those included accessibility upgrades in their current/future home, availability of home-based services, and improved transportation systems such as transit or better sidewalks. S' North Andover Housing Survey,2017. Housing / 60 uuuuuu Arrot- lnllbiiity Long-term affordability within North Andover is of great importance because it affects many different types of households.North Andover is an affluent community,making it difficult for lower-income households to enter the housing market due to being priced out. Ensuring that lower and middle-income households, and seniors, have adequate housing options is important for preserving the accessibility of North Andover. About 8.7 percent of the housing stock in North Andover has been set aside as affordable, which is below the required io percent Chapter 4oB threshold. Even with a town-wide median income of over one-hundred thousand per year, home prices both in the rental and for-sale market are still unaffordable for low-and moderate-income households. Seniors are also burdened with housing affordability issues,many of who are on fixed incomes and do not have the financial resources to cover ever increasing property taxes and housing- related expenses. Creating housing options for seniors which result in deed-restricted affordable units is one of the long-term measures that can help address the problem of affordability. 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Prioritize recommendations that overlap both plans. uuuuuu Update zoning to ensure that deed restricted affordable housing is provided as a component of new market-rate residential development projects. 0i'ie iv ay coininui,iiiies hi.crease 1�heir sh.are o (Jee(. r esiri ie(..al.76r(Jabe h.ou.shu.7 is 1h.roz:gh a zoi'iftul I.00l��alle(.1 li,icl:r,n�ioi,iai-y Zoi,iiii(.t.71 is fool c�°���rles a i:��°ovisim'i h'i zoi,ibu.7 that, �°�qu.i�°��s i m n l m ate of gffi)r(Jab1e tn'ihs as1 arl. ofl.he overallproject... l m ate of qffi)r(Jab1e tn'ihs ( 1.i�I'l.i� 111177 i.o 1:�erceiv.), the hi.coine 1.hr:msho1(l,Jbr the gJ)'br(Ja ale tn'ihs (11su.ally 8opercei'il oj'AA41), aiu,] the iunn.ber of ui,iiis that, t t i g t. ai (�t a ,„ m m m m m (levelornn.ei'as are a.oi,isirticie(.l i'i �rth .i'ulover, ai'i hi.cl:isioi,wry zol'iitig Pro�.�i�sl01'1. :vou](J ei'isu.re that, at, least. s�one of t.hon e tn'ihs erre reseve(J..1br allbr(iable hou.shu.7. Wil.ho rl Mis provisioi'i, it :vou](.i be tip to the 't"ozvi'i to i'iego1.ia1.e..Jbr allbr(iabilhy u)hich cai'i be very challei,i tile,. uuuuuu Determine the supply and demand for senior market-rate and affordable housing and plan for housing to meet the need. Housing / 61 uuuuuu Identify financial and staff resources to facilitate the construction and/or preservation of affordable housing in North Andover. uii11111,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,Utilize CPA and Housing Trust funds to offset housing costs for households at the lowest income brackets (households up to 30 percent of Area Median Income). uuuuuu CoriLirl,fe. L o r aAvllaAw .1baA iny. o.ibfi:c infrastnncttire and service, To illustrate different housing development options North Andover could consider, a more detailed description has been provided on the proceeding pages. Innovative Housing Strategies Cities and towns around the world are undertaking bold new strategies to address issues of housing affordability and accessibility, and social connectivity. Some are simpler than one might think: creative solutions that are "hidden in plain sight" in all types of communities. The following five ideas aim to: add housing units by taking advantage of spaces that already exist; add to the diversity of housing (sizes and costs) with minimal impact on neighborhood scale and context; and, where applicable, help seniors age-in-place with greater autonomy, community, and a bit of supplemental income. Accessory Dwelling Units Sometimes referred to as "granny flats," accessory dwelling units (ADU's) are secondary homes built on existing residential properties,either separate from or connected to a principal structure. While generally smaller in size,ADU's can vary greatly in p " scale and amenities. ADU's can provide cost-effective housing in 1 '' places where open land on existing lots may not be fully utilized.This helps minimize � their impacts on infrastructure, and typically provides options for (increasingly common) one- and two-person households.S eliminating the largest cost driver of most new homes, (additional land already owned by the principal homeowner),ADU's can provide new housing options at a fraction of the cost of most"affordable units" � Fitting an ADU on an existing lot or as a careful extension of another home, communities can add much-needed housing with a greatly limited impact on s a neighborhood's scale or feel.Building an ADU can also can be a financial incentive for principal homeowners;the supplemental income a rented ADU can provide may help F; senior residents stay in their home. Most barriers to the construction of these units are regulatory. Proponents contend setbacks,parking, and scale.Boston is in the midst of its own that owner-occupancy rules are the most pilot program in select neighborhoods in winter 2018, and New damaging to ADU construction. Hampshire has released a guide for municipalities looking Municipalities in California,Oregon, and to make ADU's a reality. Some municipalities are working to British Columbia have allowed ADU's provide revolving loans and other incentives to make ADU's after settling on requirements for lot sizes, financially feasible for homeowners considering them. 2Co-Housing Often serving as an alternative to senior housing, co-housing is typically a cluster of fully equipped residences organized around a shared space with shared amenities. "» While not always meant to address housing affordability directly, co-housing or "intentional communities" can provide a way for seniors to age in right-sized homes while increasing their quality of life.This in turn can free up larger units for households that have a greater need for space.These spaces are usually most effective where shared transportation or walkable amenities ® ° are accessible,as a means of reducing requirements. Co-housing re uace Co-housing clusters like Concord Riverwalk, pictured, typically emphasize space q g clusters shared public spaces and keep parking discretely hidden. are typically set up as an HOA, condo association,or housing co-op, and can be as small as a half-dozen units. 3 New Modular HousingW Modular construction for residential + units no longer has to mean living in shipping containers,nor the cookie-cutter prefabricated homes from decades ago. �� � Technology has made modular homes into «, i highly customizable, adaptive, and above allcost-effective units for both residential � and mixed-use projects.S reducing D/���i«" III P l Y g � � construction costs (particularlyforexpensive �� 1 on-site labor),modular units can helps provide affordable homes in a faster and less-disruptive time frame,with less waste , and often better quality controls.An easy solution for ADU construction, advances in modular design technology have enabled f, flexible units that can easily expand or adapt w i as family needs change over time. Firms like Pittsburgh's Regent Penn have succeeded in adding much-needed housing at affordable ; prices,within the small-scale context of downtown and semi-dense residential o �P neighborhoods (rendering,right top). While , 1-� mostly dictated by market forces and not regulations,municipalities could partner with builders of modular housing on pilot programs to evaluate their impact on local housing markets. 4 Multi-Generational Housing Many municipalities are exploring ways to connect homeowners with extra rooms l (empty-nesters,typically)to lower-income households looking for a place to rent. j While typically taking the form of a young �yr professional, couple,or graduate student i. moving in with an older individual or couple, the concept has been shown to provide housing opportunities in diverse ways.By creating an additional housing unit with virtually no new costs or externalities,multi- generational housing puts supplemental income in the pockets of homeowners while also providing companionship and the , occasional helping hand.Boston has partnered with Nesterly, a start-up,to facilitate these connections and to help with initial set-up. Sometimes regulations pertaining to these arrangements can overlap with rules regarding ADU's, so encouraging one creative housing Firms like Cambridge's Nesterly are seeking to help Baby Boomers with solution may go hand in hand with another. bedrooms to rent connect with millennials seeking cheaper rent. Financing Small- 1f' % % ie 5 Scale Mixed-Use While the concept of small mixed-use structures is as old as communities themselves,today's regulations and financial constraints can make small-scale infill development seem like a novelty. Mixed- use developments currently tend to take the form of larger projects that often require parcel assembly.This is the result of a lack of "right-sized" capital,and"one-size-fits-all" municipal regulations that make developing 5,000 square foot projects go through the same permitting processes as a 55,000 square foot project. Cities and towns should update j i permitting processes and provide access to :. smaller credits or revolving loans that can allow for smaller infill development to repair "broken teeth parcels" -empty or uneven spaces in a downtowns fabric-that can negatively impact vibrancy and walkability. Small-scale housing units or office space above active ground floor uses doesn't need to be restricted to refurbishment of existing properties-newly constructed development can be just as effective if the right rules programs, and design guidelines are in place. Housing / 63 HOUSING GOAL 2: LIMIT THE CONSTRUCTION OF LARGE TRACT SUBDIVISIONS AND ENCOURAGE SMALLER CLUSTERS OF HOUSING WITH AN EMPHASIS ON OPEN SPACE PRESERVATION. uuuuuu Review and update the Town's Planned Residential Development bylaw to encourage the clustering of homes on smaller lots, while still preserving open space and views along roadways. • Consider lowering the minimum parcel size threshold of lo acres. • Consider allowing smaller lot sizes than 22,000 square feet (half-acre) in the R-1 and R-2 zones, especially where adequate sewer and water service is available. • Consider tiering the usable open space requirement based on the size of the parcel. uuuuuu Consider zoning changes to low-density residential areas in Out Country to preserve more land. W(�14-w�he4)epEfftmefA-ef ptiblie'AV014s-k iA+"eF �e��- e�EpEfflsia-n of sewe+'-s ey-(-�iefl wati se-df,velef EJ StibdiVfs'-ftffl W+44kni-k-dee pf�( siftiffls,. HOUSING GOAL 3: FOCUS NEW HOUSING DEVELOPMENT IN LOCATIONS THAT ARE ADEQUATELY SERVED BY PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE. uuuuuu Update the Town's Zoning Bylaw to promote a mix of uses in areas already served by public infrastructure such as downtown, Route 114, Route 125, and Sutton Street. uuuuuu Create an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) bylaw that would allow small accessory residential units on existing residential parcels. Accessory (Jivellbu.7 to,iiis cai,i be ai'i e.vcelleiv. ivay.1br coinn-no,iiiies to al(ou).1br a sinaller hou.shu.7 I.ype oi,i exist.hu.7 parcels of laiu.]. Ttiese ta,iiis cai,i be greal. asseis .1br yotnu.l lir ojessioi,ials :v ho caiv,iol. allbr(,] NorihAiulover"� high hozi.n hu. cosis, sei,iiors lookbu. to (Joun,isiye or live ivil.h.ftnnily at, ihesaine a(.k.1ress' or provi(Je asozirce ofii,icoinefin- hoine oun,iers lookbu.7.1br a(.kJi1.ioi,ial hicoine. As the Toun'i coi,isi(Jers zip(Jaiftul zoi,iftul to eiwou.rage Mis I.ype ofhou.shu.7siock, it, is iinporiai'a. iosel. (Jevelornneiv. that, ger ch the lot, siyes aiu.] coi,aexl. ofiwk hborhoo(Js. Tliese pei- jbrinaiwe slaiular(Js shou](,] fticlu.(Je alloz,vablesiye ofai,i ADIJ, seibacksfi-oin pr operiy Ifties, zvhel.her the tr ,ffl. has to be allache(,]to the aiu.]height.. Economic Development / 64 p��������� IIIIIII IIIIIII eve m IIIIIII o IIIIIII i IIIIIIIII IIII PURPOSE uuuuuu Describe the current economic conditions in North Andover. uuuuuu Identify locations where the Town could focus redevelopment efforts to support the economic goals of the Master Plan. uuuuuu Look for opportunities to bring in new jobs for North Andover residents. uuuuuu Identify opportunities to maximize commercial tax revenues to strengthen the Town's already excellent fiscal standing. CONNECTIONS T COMMUNITY LA I G Economic development is often a catch-all term that means different things to different people. The term is often referred to as the bolstering of commercial and industrial development to benefit the tax base,local jobs,and local businesses.Economic development can also focus on many cross- cutting topics such as infrastructure investment, wealth creation, and education and training. A successful economic development program can: Focus development in specific areas while protecting open space and agricultural land; Generate/maintain jobs in North Andover and increase the commercial tax base; Support the Town's existing businesses while encouraging new businesses to locate in North Andover; and Offer amenities to the Town's residents, and to visitors to the community. Provide opportunities for education,training,job placement, and wealth creation. KEY RECOMMENDATIONS uuuuuu Focus business attraction efforts on opportunities which are consistent with the character of the community and which can be reasonably supported in appropriate locations within the Town. uuuuuu Encourage the development of mixed-use buildings which support both residential and commercial uses. Economic Development / 65 uuuuuu Work cooperatively with the owners of large-tract parcels to attract a mix of uses, Osgood Landing serving as a prime example of one such opportunity. Illllll�illllllllllll�llllllllll � III IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII�IIIIIII IIIIIIIIIIIIIII Economic development is a broad topic which influences many areas of the Key Findings community. In order for the Town of North Andover has a low unemployment rate, just North Andover to be successful economic development policies and 3.I% in 2016, lower than the statewide rate of 3.7%. programs must be implemented to North Andover has an educated workforce, with support the overall development of the more than 58% having at least a Bachelor's degree, Town. and 26.7% have at least a Master's degree. Most residents commute to work, though almost As part of the Master Planning process, one-quarter work in North Andover. Boston, meetings were held with Town officials, Andover, Lawrence, Methuen and Lowell are the as well as local business owners and next most common towns where North Andover stakeholders. These meetings yielded residents work. some consistent themes that could Manufacturing is the Town's second highest impact North Andover in the years to employment sector, behind healthcare. come. Among the concerns expressed The Town benefits from a positive business climate by stakeholders were the need for a and good locational attributes. more prominent downtown; the need for zoning to be supportive of economic development opportunities; the importance of sufficient infrastructure systems to support development and redevelopment; the importance of ensuring that the community is a desirable location for young families to reside. Addressing these concerns as part of the Master Planning process will be critical to the overall success of the plan. IIII III�IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII I Illsll � IIII VIII IIIIIIIII Illsllll IIIIIIIIII�II III�IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII IIIIIIIII 1111111111�III�I1111 '1111111111 VIII VIII VIII VIII 111111111111111111111 VIII Ilii Several factors help to shape the economic conditions in a community. These can include the level and sources of household income, the size and quality of the commercial and industrial tax base, and the types of land uses that the community chooses to allow within its boundaries. Individual communities are in turn part of larger regional economies, which share population and employment bases, as well as regional transportation infrastructure. These larger economic regions frequently have similar land use patterns, inter-related industries, similar labor characteristics and a shared transportation system which generally includes roads, bridges, highways,waterways, and public transportation. Economic development, in general, refers to the development of commercial and industrial property in a community or region, and by extension, the creation of jobs that can be supported within that commercial and industrial space. In addition, economic development activity helps to support the community and its component parts. When businesses select a community such as North Andover for a location, they provide tax revenues (either directly or indirectly), which the Economic Development / 66 Town then uses to support town functions, such as schools, utility and infrastructure systems, public safety, and open space/recreation. These public services and amenities can be a significant factor when businesses are considering where to locate.In addition,businesses also consider labor force,housing stock and affordability, and the business climate of the community. Local governments in Massachusetts rely heavily on property taxes to provide their operating revenues, and therefore local governments carefully consider how their tax base is structured. In general, commercial, industrial, and office uses are less intensive in terms of their need for public services,when compared against other land use categories. This is particularly true when business uses are compared against residential uses,which can result in additional education costs for the town, one of the costliest services for any community to provide. Balancing residential, non- residential and open space uses can require communities to make important decisions as to the type and location for various land uses. In addition,some communities utilize strategies including but not limited to tax incentives, public/private partnerships, creative approaches to permitting, and infrastructure extensions to encourage economic development. LABOR FORCE North Andover's labor force includes residents over the age of 16 who are either currently employed or actively seeking employment. At the end of 2o16, North Andover's labor force included 15,525 persons. The Town had an unemployment rate of just 3.1%, near the low end of neighboring communities, which ranged from a low of 2.4% (Boxford) to a high of 6.9% (Lawrence). The unemployment rate in North Andover, which stood at 3.1% at the end of 2016, was somewhat lower than the statewide unemployment rate,which was 3.7%.52 The US rate was higher, at 4.9%. 1111 Hill sz Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development,2016. Economic Development / 67 Andover 17,687 17,176 511 2.9% Boxford 4,298 4,195 103 2.4% Haverhill 34,o84 32,757 1,327 3.9% Lawrence 35,634 33,166 2,468 6.9% Methuen 26,549 25,467 1,o82 4.1% Middleton 4,407 4,268 139 3.2% North Andover 15625 15,037 488 3.1% North Reading 8,56o 8,305 255 3.0% Massachusetts 3,583,500 3,473,400 110,100 3.1% United States 159,900,000 152,100,000 7,800,000 4.9% Source: Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development,2o16 One measure of the strength of a labor market is its labor force participation rate. This metric evaluates the number of persons in the population that are either working or looking for work. The Town's labor force participation rate is strong. According to information from the US Census Bureau, North Andover's labor force participation rate is 69.7%. This is higher than either the State (67.5%) or the United States (63.3%). Within the region, only Boxford and North Reading have higher labor force participation rates. North Andover also has a highly educated workforce. According to the US Census Bureau 53,58.5% of North Andover's residents aged 25 and over hold at least a Bachelor's degree. Among neighboring communities,only Andover(71.9%)and Boxford(61.6%)have a higher concentration of residents who hold at least a Bachelor's degree.These numbers compare favorably to the State of Massachusetts, where 40.5% of residents aged 25 and over hold a Bachelor's degree, and the US,where less than 3o%hold at least a Bachelor's degree. In terms of advanced degrees, 26.7% of the population holds a Master's degree or higher. Only Andover has a higher percentage, with more than 39% holding at least a Master's degree. Massachusetts (17.7%) and the US (11.2%)have much lower concentrations of Master's degrees. 53 US Census Bureau,American Community Survey,2011—2015 Estimates Economic Development / 68 In terms of where North Andover's residents work,more than 22%of the Town's workers are also employed in North Andover. Boston (11.1%),Andover (8.2%), Lawrence (6.2%) Methuen (3.0%) and Lowell(2.5%)are the next most prominent locations for North Andover residents to work. No other community accounts for more than 2.5%. Census 2010 information indicates that 579 North Andover residents (4.2%) commuted to New Hampshire. Where North Andover Residents Work Source: C.ensUS 2010 15.0% 110.0% 35.0% 30.0% 2.5.0% 2.0.0 '15.0% '10.0% 5.0% 0.0% North Boston AndoverLawrence Methuen Lowell Bu r inp.,ton Crrnhrldge Willllllllllllllllllllllllgt n WIlllllllllllhllllurn A[Iuther Andover locations EMPLOYMENT BASE Published data for North Andover's employment base includes data from the Employment and Wages report (ES-202)54. This includes all wage and salary employment, as reported by the Town's public and private sector employers. As reported in the ES-202 report,North Andover has an employment base of 13,332. The highest concentrations of jobs in North Andover include: Healthcare and Social Assistance (16.5%); Manufacturing (13.2%); and Educational Services (12.2%). There are an estimated 6o8 more jobs in North Andover than there are resident workers to fill those jobs. This equates to a ratio of 104.8%of jobs to resident workers. The table below compares employment by industry to the number of resident workers in that industry, to create a ratio of jobs to resident workers for each industry. As shown in the Table, North Andover has more than six times as many jobs in the Utilities sector as there are resident workers. In contrast, the town 54 Massachusetts Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development,2o16. Employment and Wage(ES-202)data are derived from reports filed by all employers subject to unemployment compensation laws,both state and federal. Industry employment and payroll information is produced both quarterly and annually for the state,labor market areas,workforce development areas,cities and towns,and counties.NAICS based employment and wage data are available beginning with the first quarter of zoos.Use the query tool below to obtain Employment and Wage data by area and industry. Economic Development / 69 only has enough jobs in the Transportation and Warehousing sector to employ less than one- quarter of the resident workers in this sector. This information indicates that the Town is a net"importer" of jobs,though only by less than 5%. As an employment center,the Town has the opportunity to benefit from local spending associated with these employees. In addition, the Town can also benefit from the tax base associated with a higher level of non-residential tax base. A !111 111111 1111111161111111 Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting 49 335 683.7% Mining,Quarrying,and Oil and Gas Extraction 327 591 180.7% Utilities 763 1,012 132.6% Construction 194 256 132.0% Manufacturing 1,343 1,765 131.4% Wholesale Trade 645 755 117.1% Retail Trade 1,132 1,296 114.5% Transportation and Warehousing 1,946 2,199 113.0% Information 479 540 112.7% Finance and Insurance 1,469 1,625 110.6% Real Estate and Rental and Leasing 378 361 95.5% Professional,Scientific,and Technical Services 475 402 84.6% Management of Companies and Enterprises 158 128 81.0% Administration&Support,Waste Management 1,432 1,031 7z.o% and Remediation Educational Services 569 407 71.5% Health Care and Social Assistance 590 355 60.2% Arts, Entertainment,and Recreation 498 208 41.8% Accommodation and Food Services 14 5 35.7% Other Services(excluding Public Administration) 260 61 23.5% Public Administration 3 - 0.0% Total 12,724 13332 104.8% Source: Employment and Wages(ES-202),ACS 2011-2015 Economic Development / 70 LOCATION UJ TIE TS A location quotient analysis is used to compare the relative concentration of employment in an industry between two or more geographic areas. The location quotient is a comparison of the percentage of employment within an industry between a target geography and a larger geographic area or region. Generally, if the location quotient is between o.90 and 1.1o, it indicates that the proportion of employment is very similar in the two geographic regions. A location quotient higher than 1.1 can be an indication of a specialty or cluster of employment within an industry as compared to the larger geographic region. In terms of the Town's Master Plan, the location quotient can provide insights into whether the community may be overly reliant on a specific industry, and whether the community's"specialty" might represent an opportunity to attract similar or related industries to bolster employment. North Andover has a high location quotient in eight specific sectors: Utilities; Professional and Technical Services; Finance and Insurance; Information; Arts, Entertainment and Recreation; Educational Services; Real Estate, Rental and Leasing: and Accommodation and Food Services. 11111111M 22-Utilities 3.09 1 54-Professional and Technical Services 2.52 2 52-Finance and Insurance 1.78 3 51-Information 1.73 4 71-Arts, Entertainment,and Recreation 1.6o 5 61-Educational Services 1.34 6 53-Real Estate and Rental and Leasing 1.29 7 72-Accommodation and Food Services 1.25 8 44-45-Retail Trade 1.09 9 56-Administrative and Waste Services 1.o8 10 42-Wholesale Trade 1.00 11 23-Construction 0.97 12 81-Other Services, Ex. Public Admin o.89 13 55-Management of Companies and Enterprises 0 83 14 31-33-Manufacturing o.8o 15 48-49-Transportation and Warehousing 0.75 16 62-Healthcare and Social Assistance o.68 17 11-Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing& 18 Hunting Source: ES-202,2o16 Economic Development / 71 NORTHD V 'S ATTRIBUTES The Town of North Andover has a number of attributes that make it very competitive for new businesses as compared to other communities in the region. First and foremost, the community has a strong economic development department,and a pro-business attitude. The community has a variety of existing business and industrial corridors, which allow for the ability to support redevelopment of existing business locations and for the development of new commercial and industrial facilities. The Town also has a significant locational advantage in terms of transportation access. North Andover is located in close proximity to Interstate 93 and has direct access to Interstate 495 via Massachusetts Avenue, Route 114 and from Sutton Street. Routes 133, 125, and 114 provide excellent transportation throughout the Town. North Andover also benefits from access to public transportation, particularly the commuter rail line, although the stations are located in Lawrence to the north and Andover to the south. The quality of life in North Andover is an important part of attracting and retaining business and industry in the community, particularly for those employees that want to live in the community. The Town's schools, quality housing, open space preservation, recreation programs, and the availability of shopping and entertainment/dining options all contribute to the Town's attractiveness. These assets help North Andover compete favorably with other communities in the region. Finally,the Town has a diverse business base that includes small and large businesses in a variety of industry sectors. The Route 114 corridor is the community's predominant retail location,while the airport industrial area and Route 125 corridors provide a broad mix of office, industrial, and hospitality uses within the community. COMMERCIAL D INDUSTRIAL D V L M T The Town of North Andover has four primary commercial and industrial areas. These include: the Route 114 corridor; the Central Business District; the airport industrial area; and the Route 125/Osgood Street corridor. Each of these areas has its own identity and unique mix of businesses, and each has separate challenges and constraints. The Route 114 corridor is the Town's primary retail corridor,in addition to supporting a variety of other uses. There are many national retailers located along the Route 114 corridor, including but not limited to Staples, Panera Bread, Kohl's and Walgreens. The Route 114 corridor also has a number of single- and multi-tenant office facilities, and also serves as the location for several of the Town's key employers. Among the key employers located on Route 114 are the Eagle Tribune, Watts Water Technologies and the Town's largest employer, Merrimack College. One of the Town's primary industrial areas is also located off Route 114 near its junction with Route 125. This industrial area is home to the Town's largest manufacturing employer, Bake N Joy Foods, as well as a variety of other industrially-focused enterprises. Like many smaller New England communities, the Central Business District (CBD) in North Andover has grown and changed over the years. The CBD includes a variety of municipal facilities, Economic Development / 72 including the Town Hall, as well as a number of older mixed-use buildings. Many of these older mixed-use buildings include first floor retail or office space,with housing located on upper stories. The CBD also includes a large retail plaza located across from the Town Hall,which contains CVS, Chama Grill, and Frederick's Pastries, among others. The CBD includes some religious and institutional uses,financial services companies,restaurants, and personal services. While the airport industrial area and the Route 125 corridor are closely related, the airport industrial area has unique attributes which warrant this area of the community being considered separately. First and foremost,the presence of the airport and its environs dominates this area of the community. The airport has two runways, Runway 5/23 is 5,001'by 15o', and Runway 14/32 is 3,9oo by loo'. The size of Runway 5/23 is sufficient to support most corporate jets, allowing for large companies to land their corporate aircraft locally. For some companies, the presence of a local airport is considered a"plus"in terms of evaluating a location for a new or expanded facility. The airport is actually owned and operated by the City of Lawrence, and makes access to a large portion of the Town's frontage on the Merrimack River difficult. Areas to the west and southwest of the airport include a mix of small local retailers and restaurants,as well as small industrial users. The Greater Lawrence Sanitary District is also located between the airport and the Merrimack River. North of the airport, the Route 125 corridor is dominated by the Osgood Landing property. Formerly a manufacturing facility for Western Electric, the two million square foot property now operates as a multi-tenant office and industrial complex. Osgood Landing has extensive parking areas surrounding the facility,and has recently added solar panels to a portion of the site for energy generation. In addition,the Route 125 corridor includes a variety of smaller residential buildings which have been converted to office uses, and several smaller local and regional retail and restaurant facilities. This corridor also includes the Town's police station,a fire station,the middle school and high school. Other prominent uses along the 125 corridor are health care/assisted living facilities and a major agricultural user. The map on the following page highlights the locations of commercial areas and corridors across North Andover. �f y,h Farrn Rr/ i yi 125 - 133 ' U� y ado �i Economic Development / 74 Several issues were identified during meetings with members of the community as items that should be considered in the Master Plan from an economic development perspective. These issues are somewhat broad in scope, but are important in terms of their potential impact on the community. Members of the public indicated that North Andover could benefit from a more well-defined and active downtown area. While the Downtown has a good mix of businesses that serve North Andover residents and visitors, questions were raised as to whether more housing in the area would help support a more vibrant downtown.This issue needs to be balanced against related concerns regarding parking,traffic,and the ability of community facilities to provide necessary services to residents. The primary focus being police, fire, and emergency response capabilities. Increasing the maximum allowable height for buildings was raised as a potential opportunity to increase density, although parking and traffic concerns would have to be evaluated. Similarly, some residents indicated a desire to remove overhead wires by putting utility services underground. This would require a significant financial investment to complete,with little associated revenue to support it,and the cost would likely have to be borne by ratepayers. uuuuuu Lack or Available Developable I an( While the Town of North Andover has a significant amount of land area dedicated to uses that support economic activity, there are several issues which deserve consideration in terms of what future economic development activity may be supported. A major consideration is the environmental constraint on some properties which limit their development potential.This is particularly true along the Route 114 corridor,which has substantial wetlands.These sections of the corridor create development limitations which reduce the potential to support economic development and a broadening of the town's tax base. uuuiuui Utility Sy tern There are some businesses in proximity to the airport which are not connected to the Town's sewer system. Rather, some of these businesses connect directly with the Greater Lawrence Sanitary District's treatment plant, located in proximity to the airport, while others utilize septic systems for wastewater disposal. At the time of the agreement with the Greater Lawrence Sanitary District,capital outlays for the Town of North Andover were reduced saving the town money,but the Town also lost the opportunity to provide services to these users, and to generate revenue. The Town needs to ensure that adequate water and sewer service is available to meet the needs of new economic development activities, and to ensure that the Town's interests are adequately represented in terms of utility systems planning, upgrades, and future operations. Economic Development / 75 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT GO/\L 1: ENCOURAGE /\ LOC/\L ECONOMY WHICH INCLUDES EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES FOR RESIDENTS IN /\ VARIETY OF BUSINESS SECTORS AND OCCUPATIONS AND PROVIDES /\ VARIETY OF GOODS AND SERVICES TO MEET THE NEEDS OF RESIDENTS AND VISITORS. � Focus business attraction efforts on opportunities which are consistent with the character of the community and which can be reasonably supported in appropriate locations within the Town. � Ensure existing commercial and industrial land is not converted to support only multi-family uses,but instead a mix of uses promoting vibrant commercial centers and corridors. � Evaluate whether the creation of a quasi-public entity for economic development would offer the Town increased flexibility to negotiate with potential nenvecnnlo}ers and tobe more pro- active in creating economic development opportunities for the community. 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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT GO/\L 2: EVALUATE THE POTENTIAL FOR INCREASING DENSITY AND VISITATION IN THE DOWNTOWN AREA, THROUGH INCREASING THE NUMBER OF MIXED-USE BUILDINGS WHICH SUPPORT BOTH RES|OENT|/\L /\NO COMM ERC|/\L USES. � Look for opportunities to enhance visitation to the downtown area through special events and activities (such usthe farmers cnudns ). � invest in infrastructure and streetscuping to enhance the downtown area as u pedestrian friendly economic hub. Discuss with existing property owners the possibility of zoning changes,faqade improvement programs,infrastructure investments, and changes in use. � Encourage the development of mixed-use buildings which support both residential and commercial uses. Economic Development / 76 To highlight specifics considerations and recommendations for Downtown North Andover, a more detailed overview is provided on the proceeding pages. Downtown North Andover The Community's Activity Center, Today and Tomorrow Today's Downtown Downtown North Andover is a classic linear mixed-use As defined in the map below,the heart of Downtowns business district.Hometo traditional,mostlyindependent fabric is the section of Main Street between Waverly businesses, with low- to moderate-scale buildings on Street and Water Street. This corridor has the highest small lots. Downtown is organized along Main Street intensity of commercial activity and fewer gaps in and a small portion of Water Street with relatively the street frontage between buildings. At either end narrow roadways in a modified grid-like pattern. Just of the corridor, Main and Water Streets become a beyond the borders of the downtown district lies many "transitional" or "gateway" zone: a still-active mix of of North Andover's more historic and densely populated businesses and residential units, with less consistency neighborhoods. These provide a great backdrop and in building type and occasional gaps in street frontage. built in customer base for Downtown businesses. The northern gateway zone, where Main Street meets Sutton Street, has a number of buildings with large Today, downtown storefront experience very low setbacks broken up by surface parking lots. Some vacancy, and a healthy mix of uses. Given the mostly storefronts along this stretch are vacant and are in need one- and two-story structures along Main and Water of a face-lift. On the Water Street side, between Main Streets, many are primarily occupied by commercial and High Streets, one side of the corridor is lined with uses. A handful, however, have residential uses above small homes and the rear edge of the North Andover an active commercial ground floor.The core commercial Mills property, while the other is defined by a set and mixed-use zone is generally defined by Main of small businesses and a large church parking lot. 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The two central intersections at either end Downtown and could become gathering places and of the Main Street bookend the core of Downtown gateways welcoming guests entering Downtown. These which has a mix of civic, commercial, and residential intersections are defining spaces that people can easily activity. This area is also home to the Town's farmer's picture when they think of Downtown North Andover. market at the First & Main Shopping Plaza. Strategies Improving the streetscape, buildings, and uses in focusing improvements and funding on these key these spaces could help build character and defining intersections will help announce the arrival into elements all aiding in the future success of Downtown. Downtown, and also provide areas where streetscape, development, transportation, and public amenities can These gateway intersections are located at the entrances to all come together in a cohesive and connected manner. the Downtown corridor,and at intersections that separate the Downtown core from the smaller gateway/transition The map above highlights these key intersections corridors.Surrounded by some of the Town's more well- and corridors, parcels to be considered for future for known businesses, the gateways boast proximity and investment, and a possible expansion of downtown access to a number of North Andover's most important zoning. and cherished public assets.The Main St./Sutton St. area Parcels highlighted in blue on the map are ones between High and Sutton Streets on the north side of that should be looked at during future zoning Sutton Pond,are defined by a historic rail right-of-way. efforts to determine what incentives could be put Theparcel'sboundaries offer guidance onwhere a future in place to encourage future investment.A mix of multi-modal street/path could activate developable zoning incentives, facade improvements, consistent land and define a "secondary Main Street". The street streetscape treatment, and consistent signage would would require numerous cross-connections between help unify segments of Downtown and create a High and Sutton Streets to encourage pedestrians and sense of place for residents and visitors alike.These cyclists to flow between the two districts. This could key opportunity parcels could help spark new infill include an expansion of the existing driveway from development adding businesses and residents to 2nd Street to the Sutton Pond Condominiums, as well the Downtown. Parcels outlined in green have been as a possible connection across Sutton Pond where identified by Town staff as having immediate near- the former rail line crossed, near 22 Main Street. A term redevelopment potential.These parcels are part series of smaller, secondary paths could fill out the of the Mills and have been considered for mix of area and promote walkability, while creating smaller residential and commercial uses, as well as parking. parcels that honor the scale of today's Downtown. Parcels nearest to Sutton Street could serve as more Imagining Infill Around Sutton Pond auto-oriented spaces that anchor the area at one end. Potential redevelopment projects near the North Andover Mills present opportunities for the Town to Attention to redevelopment opportunities in the influence Downtown slong-termevolution.Connecting existing gateway node at Sutton and Main Streets the Mills to Downtown for pedestrians,cars,bikes,and could expand to spaces on Sutton's north side, near transit using on-street and off-street pathways will go a the Merrimack River. A series of strip malls and long way to ensuring Downtown's continued vitality. parking lots immediately adjacent to the historic Schofield Mill building could be re-imagined as a Additional development at the Mills would be well- mixed-use continuation of the Main/Sutton gateway served by a series of connection points between the area. North Main Street and Ferry Street may serve backside of Sutton Pond and Main Street. The parcels as connections to riverfront improvements or a park. �, al .w a ly , v h e, Potential Opporttunit�r Areas yx d o r rr Economic Development / 78 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT GOAL : SUPPORT EXISTING BUSINESSES AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES IN THE COMMUNITY D ATTRACT VIABLE USES FOR THE REDEVELOPMENT OF COMMERCIAL D INDUSTRIAL DISTRICTS AND BUILDINGS. tcf....YY4x- r--v,r � f6i°...:.:.. .."„well i.. .10. .E tabJisla_ .business yJs i tataon_and oiitrca.ch prograrn to solicit la haat f-r-9 m business owners and maflagc in ter :,of whattlak�'ll oven is doing�a�lbt,vvlaattlaa� l"oven is doin�x �p�ug and whether ... tlae latasrnaa. s lass tirlans cxlraad �,o �ant �a °t �u t;ba� I"�avv as tlba�lay°s' 'glaan.,. uuuuu ijses„of t1�aA,,,,Mavens t�st�e for additional potential wlulan nr rnta'tx�txg u Evaluate the the historic 5 e11VaQ';, of tlaA... r.aS Q',1"te1nGl tl'aaA sV.ar°l°VSV.alaGlIln aSJQ',Il1 S'�etQQ',< (S' �kRaru�tea —fes pig .ro e uuuuuu Create an inventory/database of available commercial/industrial development sites in the community for marketing/economic development purposes. uiiiiiii Work with„largaA..la xkl a�wnan>s......t�f aAa a�.pxoma filly fir;,rorta>rrt 7r0rertics in tow's, to ideprtif WId attr a t a mix of ig;ses for";tlaan r aA,�lan�anlas:lanyannL of tlbos,an lir opaAr tjans.,. uaaai ]lea,,,,,, rarrvt aaAr slu 7 w�tl� t1�aA �.t of t...nawraA as aA aA aalV..aataA t1�aA economic imtaacts of the TI.awrence Vivaaaici cal fir" aor"t to alaAtaAr"naiaaaA o tlopas for"nae xinairiaa aAc,oaaomic benefits to both comnyVaniLies. Transportation / 79 4�....... °°°°°. °°°°"`IIIIIIIa IIIII IIIIIII °t a t IIIIIII0 IIIII PURPOSE uuuuuu Describe the existing transportation network in terms of roadways, sidewalks,trails,bike facilities, and transit options. uuuuuu Describe future transportation needs, safety improvements, and connections that residents desire. uuuuuu Identify locations and types of transportation improvements that could enhance local connectivity between activity centers,housing,jobs, and open spaces. CONNECTIONS T COMMUNITY PLANNING Transportation is one of the few elements of the Master Plan that truly impacts everyone in the community on a daily basis. No matter what form of transportation a resident utilizes, each day starts and ends with a trip to a destination point accessed by walking, biking, driving, or taking public transportation. Most likely residents are using multiple forms of transportation to get around each day. The transportation network also helps connect residents to jobs, housing, municipal facilities, recreation fields, and open spaces across North Andover. As an integral component of community development and activity, the transportation system needs to be accommodating to all different modes of travel and accessible to people with different mobility needs. Connecting people to places is good for the local economy, good for civic life, and good for continuing the social connectivity of the residents of North Andover. KEY RECOMMENDATIONS uuuuuu Evaluate sidewalk gaps and prioritize new sidewalks based on their ability to connect residents to schools, activity centers, civic spaces, and recreation and open spaces in town. uuuuuu Evaluate safety and congestion improvements along key roadway corridors and intersection improvements to promote safer travel speeds, improve safety at key intersections, and create a safer and more connected sidewalk network. uuuuuu Evaluate the potential for including wider shoulders on roadways to improve safety for cyclists where dedicated bike lanes or multi-use pathways may not be feasible. uuuuuu Work with FONAT(Friends of North Andover Trails)to evaluate and prioritize off-street trail development, connections, and trail crossings to and through open spaces and recreation areas. Transportation / 80 uuuuuu Improve Merrimack Valley Regional Transit Authority (MVRTA) circulator routes and frequency of those routes as a way to increase ridership. IIII III�IIIIIIIIIIII�IIIIIIIIII � III IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII�IIIIIII IIIIIIIIIIIIIII Transportation is critical to the functionality and life blood of a Key Findings community. Transporation infrastructure uuuuuu North Andover is located directly along 1-495, ties people and places together, and allows and in close proximity to both 1-93 and 1-95. goods and products to flow and in and out Traffic counts along major arterial routes, such as of town. Regardless of where someone Routes 114 and 125, have remained flat or in lives,works, shops,visits, or goes to school some cases potentially decreasing over the last their day begins and ends with a trip on some portion of North Andover's IIIIIIIIII five to ten years. transportation system. II The Town lacks sidewalks on most roads, particularly those roadways east and south of Looking at a map of North Andover's Great Pond Road. roadway system, it is clear that the early There are very few, if any, dedicated on-street network of streets focused almost entirely facilities for bicyclists in North Andover. on supporting residential,commercial,and The Town does have an extensive network of industrial development on the north side of over seventy miles of off-street walking and biking town. Since the early 1800's this was the trails. economic and residential center of North while the Town does not have a commuter rail Andover,with textile mills supporting jobs, station within its borders, stations in Lawrence and neighborhoods springing up to house and Andover are close by. mill workers. The relatively tight, The Town is served by fixed-route and commuter somewhat gridded street pattern in this bus service from the MVRTA. area made it easier and more efficient to move people and goods, as well as establishing denser neighborhoods to house workers and their families. The tight cluster of local roadways and compact neighborhoods branching off Massachusetts Avenue and Waverly Road are very different from the long, winding, dead-end streets and circular drives found in Out Country. The large majority of development south and west of Andover Street and Great Pond Road occurred after 198o, and the roadway network that was constructed to support that development is not well-connected. This makes it difficult to support travel by other modes of transportation outside of a personal automobile,and has created a challenge in North Andover of connecting the north and south sides. IIII III�IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII�IIIIIIII�IIIII IIII I IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII�IIIIIIIIIIII IIIIIIIIII III III IIIIIIII 1 111111 I IIIIIII VEHICULAR CIRCULATION D SAFETY ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ ROADWAY WAY E ...I......I..ERNS North Andover is in a very interesting, and somewhat advantageous location compared to many other communities in Eastern Massachusetts. The Town is situated between three major Transportation / 81 interstates: Interstate 495, Interstate 95, and Interstate 93.While some may see the construction of these three interstates as having fueled the population growth and development boom between 196o and 198o, others see access to these transportation corridors as a benefit for both economic development and access to employment. Unfortunately, North Andover only has direct access to I-495, while the other two interstates require traveling along local and state roadways for access. North Andover's access points onto I-495 come via exits 43 and 44.There is a third full interchange onto I-495 at exit 42 just outside the northwestern edge of town off Route 114.Finally,a fourth full interchange is located at exit 48 accessing Route 125 in Haverhill. While this exit is quite a way north of town, drivers can access North Andover by traveling south on Route 125. Primary ways to access I-93 from North Andover are at interchanges with I-495, Route 133, and Route 125. For those traveling from the center or south side of town, Route 125 is the most direct way to access I-93. Accessing I-95 is more challenging for those in North Andover as it requires navigating local roads to travel through Boxford on Boxford Street/Lawrence Road to enter the interstate at exit 52. Not unlike most outlying suburbs, the large majority of residents in North Andover commute to work by driving alone in a personal automobile. Close to 84 percent of North Andover residents have access to two more vehicles at their place of residence,while only 1 percent indicated they did not have access to a vehicle.55 For those residents not commuting alone in a personal vehicle, approximately 7 percent carpool with others to work, and 3 percent utilize some form of public transportation.56 Another 3 percent of residents walk or bike to work. Interestingly, 6 percent, or 854 North Andover residents,indicated they work from home. 55 ACS 2011-2015,Table So8o1,"Commuting Characteristics by Sex" 56 ACS 2011-2015,Table Bo81o1,"Means of Transportation" Transportation 82 Mode of 1�ransportation -to Work z% 1% Drove None mCarpoo|ed irPublic Iransportaton �WAked Bigo|e,Other Means mWorked atHome Aii­��eii,W�s Artedalsare roadways that providethe highest level ofmobility utthe greatest vehicular speed for the longest uninterrupted distances and are not Roadway Class Centerline Lane intended to provide access to specific locations (this Miles Miles definition does include interstates, but interstates interstate 0.57 3.42 are broken out in 7uNe zz). North Andover has Arterial 19-75 47-48 several arterial roadways that make upuportion of Collector 21-42 40-15 the transportation network.Route zz4,Sutton Street, Local lo6.98 191.9 and Route 125 (between Sutton Street and l-4g5 in Haverhill) are duuudled by 08uuuDO7 as principal Total 148-71 283-04 arterials. While portions ofRoute z33, Peters Street, Esource.massDOT,2014 Road Inventory and Route zz5are classified usminor arterials. IIIIIIIIIIII Route 114 is the primary east-west roadway facilitating travel across North Andover,and leads into Lawrence to the west and Middleton to the east. Route 114 is generally u three-lune roadway with u center turn lane and one through lane each in the east and westbound directions. There are portions of Route zz4that have as many as five lanes, but those tend to occur utsignalized interserdonsnvhereturninglunesurenvurrunted.7helundusecomposdjon along Route 114 is u cniz of commercial and residential development with u combination of shared and individual access points opening onto the arterial.Available traffic counts along a few segments of Route 114 show flat, and in some cases, declining traffic counts. For example, the stretch of Route 114/125 in front of Merrimack College had a count Of 43,438 vehicles per Transportation / 83 day in 2000,which has since declined to 39,114 in 2016.57 This represents a to percent decline. Route 114 was recently resurfaced, and new crosswalks and signals were installed to help with pedestrian safety.Additional safety improvements are slated for this roadway along the section between Waverly Road and Willow Street. uuuuuu Sutton Street serves as a direct connection between exit 44 Off I-495 and Route 125. To the west, Sutton Street becomes Merrimack Street in Lawrence providing a connection to the Lawrence MBTA station.To the east, Sutton Street's connection with Route 125 brings drivers to the Lawrence Municipal Airport and north to Osgood Landing. Sutton Street is characterized by heavy truck traffic that services various industrial uses at such locations as: the airport, the industrial area off Holt Street and Commerce Way, and the Sanitary District plant off Charles Street. It has been noted that the interchange at Sutton Street and I-495 experiences heavy traffic during peak travel times, and this is likely to continue or get worse as additional development occurs in both Lawrence and North Andover. uuuuuu Route 125 is North Andover's primary north-south arterial which connects the town to Haverhill and a major interchange with I-495 at exit 51, as well as south to Andover and Wilmington eventually connecting with I-93 at exit 41.The nature of Route 125 changes a bit as one drives from the south to the north.The stretch of 125 between the Andover line and the intersection with Andover Street is comprised of a four-lane roadway with as many as six lanes at major signalized intersections. As Route 125 turns north at Andover Street, it becomes a two-lane arterial serving a mix of residential, commercial, and institutional properties along the way.The roadway changes yet again where it intersects with Sutton Street across from the airport,going back to a four-lane roadway all the way to the town's border with Haverhill. uuuuuu Route 125 has been the subject of several studies,the most recent was a road safety audit(RSA) conducted by MassDOT in 2oo9. The RSA looked at the intersection of Route 125 and Massachusetts Avenue which has significant traffic safety issues due to sight lines, lane configurations, intersection geometry, and outdated signal equipment.58 According to the most recent 2018-2022 TIP document,this intersection is slated to be upgraded in 2018 with a $3.6 million investment. The other substantial improvement that is getting ready for completion now are the upgrades made to Route 125/114 in the vicinity of Merrimack College and the Royal Crest housing development. The Town, State, and College partnered on a roadway improvement project that is not only improving the space for vehicles, but also installing sidewalks and pedestrian signals to make crossing Route 125/114 much safer and easier. uuuuuu Route 133 traverses North Andover north to south starting at Sutton Street and heading south where it jogs southwest at Route 125 heading into Andover. Route 133 is primarily a two-lane roadway which widens out at major intersection to include additional turn lanes where necessary.This arterial roadway provides connections to some key commercial and civic hubs in North Andover, including the Eaglewood Shops and related commercial uses along Route 114/125,the North Andover Middle School, Kittredge Elementary School, and North Andover High School,and the Lawrence Municipal Airport.Through initial discussions with Town staff, it was noted that the signalized intersections where Route 133 crosses Route 125, and where Route 133 crosses Route 114 are congested and unsafe. The most recent crash data from S7 MassDOT traffic counts,2000 and 2o16. 58 MassDOT. Roadway Safety Audit,Route 125 and Massachusetts Avenue,September 24,2009. Transportation / 84 MassDOT lists the intersection of Routes 133 and 114 as a Highway Safety Improvement Program(HSIP)high crash cluster,which means that intersection is in the top 5 percent of all high crash clusters in the Merrimack Valley region.59 While the intersection of Routes 133 and 125 is not listed by MassDOT, it does not mean that local residents and other drivers perceive this intersection to be unsafe. S9 MassDOT,Top Crash Locations Data, HSI P Crash Clusters,2012-2014. N w S ............ ... �AO Will -h F—Rd fl 25 'z, ........... �k .................... LAWREN E ,,�l S, . ...... N, se A N, st, 2G 114 t st, "i i, Nil" o"s 114 t 133 4, s'o % te 114 Do, e.- 0 dl, E "I �5, -, 'r I W6 25 "-,St A ca," ,ANDOVER R., F i 1i is, ,,r6 For ONY V t K/ Zs bril o The maps made available to the public by the Town ofisorth Andover are A7 in legally recorded maps nor surveys and are not intended to be used olet, ot as such.Nor should they be used for navigational,tracking or any other purpose requiring exacting measurement ofidistance or direction or preci sion in the depiction ofigeographic features.The data provided may be inaccurate or out of date and any person or entity who relies on said i for in m ation for any purpose whatsoever does at their own risk.In no way d North Andover warrant the accuracy,reliability or timeliness of any e s of data provided on these maps. Date,8129/2017 jjj Source\s Town of North Andover,MassGIS,MassDEP,Massachusetts DCR 0 EOEEA\,MassDOT 0.5 1'Mile Map Creator.',P�Vi.k McCafferty --------------- .......... MassDOTRoads HikingTrails RKG Transportation Administrative Type .......... ..... Considered BikeTrail 1,T,DD7r,, Interstate OT Commuter Rail Station U.S.Highway Abandoned Service ROW in Public Interest Facilities State Route Active Commute Rail Route 0 North Andover-Massachusetts Transportation / 86 olll eclo III°oil Roads Collector roads funnel traffic from local roads to arterials, enhancing both mobility and access across around town. Collector roads provide an additional layer of access to abutting properties compared to arterials, which usually have limited points of access. In North Andover, major collector roadways include, but are not limited to, Massachusetts Avenue, Waverly Road, Main Street, Andover Street, and the segment of Great Pond Road between Osgood Street and the Boxford border.Minor collector roads in North Andover include Great Pond Road,Stevens Street, Salem Street,Johnson Street, Dale Street, High Street, Osgood Street, and Pleasant Street. In and around Downtown North Andover, Elm Street, High Street,Water Street, and Prescott Street are also classified as minor collector roadways. 000lll Roads Local roads provide access to abutting lands with little or no emphasis on mobility. Nearly 72 percent of the road miles in North Andover are classified as local roads. These local roadways provide direct access to properties along them, have slower posted travel speeds, and feed local traffic onto collector roads. Of the nearly 107 miles of roadway in North Andover, only a little less than 11 percent are privately owned and have not been formally accepted by a public entity.These roads tend to be part of residential developments where property owners or homeowner's associations pay for the maintenance of the road(s). ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ ROADWAY SAFE �Y MassDOT's Crash Data Files indicate that between 2012 and 2014 North Andover had nearly 1,loo crashes occur within its borders.60 Since 2000, the total number of crashes each year averaged around 445, and declined to a low of 254 in the year 2012. Since then, the number of crashes climbed again to reach 459 in 2014. This increase follows a similar trend found in the Commonwealth as a whole, likely the result of more vehicles on the road coming out of the Great Recession with more people back to work and more expendable income for travel and other leisure activities. Of the 1,1oo crashes reported by MassDOT between 2012 and 2014, 24 percent (267) resulted in one or more persons sustaining a non-fatal injury.More than 64 percent of the crashes resulted in property damage, with no injuries. During this three-year period, crashes in North Andover did result in three fatal injuries. In addition to collecting data on individual crashes, MassDOT also compiles a list of high crash location clusters that feed into the Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) funding stream to improve the safety of roadways and intersections. MassDOT also produces a top 200 crash listing across the Commonwealth to identify locations with critical safety needs. Fortunately, North Andover did not have any locations that fall within MassDOT's top Zoo HSIP locations. However, there are several HSIP crash clusters located along Route 114 between Willow Street and I-495, including a substantial cluster just west of River Pointe Way before the I-495 ramps.The other major crash cluster was located at the intersection of Route 125 and Massachusetts Avenue. This location has been studied and recommended for TIP funding to address intersection geometry and other safety issues. MassDOT also reports crashes that involve pedestrians,cyclists, and other non-motorized users of 60 MassDOT Crash Data Files,2012-2014. Transportation / 87 the transportation network. Between 2012 and 2014, there were no pedestrian or bicycle crashes reported in North Andover. This is not to say they did not occur. Unfortunately, many crashes involving pedestrians/cyclists and motor vehicles go unreported, particularly in cases where no injuries or substantial damage occurs. The disconnected nature of North Andover's sidewalk network and lack of Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant intersection crossings also adds to the challenges of pedestrian safety,particularly for those residents with disabilities. PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ BUSES AND N.....00AN..... SHUJ...I......I..N.....E SERVICES The Merrimack Valley Regional Transit Authority (MVRTA) began offering service in 1976, at which time North Andover was one of the original four communities to get service. Since then,the MVRTA has expanded considerably and now provides public transportation services to fourteen communities across the Merrimack Valley.The MVRTA currently offers three fixed route services in North Andover. The primary route specific to North Andover is the Route 33 which leaves the Buckley Transportation Center in Lawrence, travels down Merrimack Street/Sutton Street, down Main Street to Route 125, then heads south on Route 125 turning west on Route 114 with a final stop at the North Andover Mall. Outbound buses from Lawrence to North Andover run every half hour from 5:3oAM until 7:OOPM, while inbound buses from North Andover run every half hour from 5:23AM until 6:23PM. There is weekend service on this route which runs every hour from 7:ooAM to 6:ooPM.The fare charge to ride the bus is $1.00 each way. The other two routes that fall within North Andover are the 21 and 39A, which have stops at the North Andover Mall. The Route 21 begins and ends at the Mall and provides service south to Andover via Route 133 and Main Street. The Route 39A travels out of Lawrence along Route 114 and makes a stop at the North Andover Mall before terminating at Doctors Park in Andover. Ridership on the Route 21 and Route 33 buses increased between Fiscal Year 2010 and Fiscal Year 2015. Data from the MVRTA showed the Route 21 bus's annual ridership increasing from 18,994 to 23,728,while annual ridership on the Route 33 bus increased from 76,o83 to 95,162. Ridership numbers for the Route 39A bus are quite high and have remained stable over the last five years.In FY 201o, annual ridership reached 135,541 and utilization remained strong with 1355o6 riders in FY 2015.61 BOS...I...ON COMMU.D...I...E.R BUS ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ The other service operated by MVRTA is the North Andover Commuter Bus to Boston.The single inbound bus leaves the West Mill on High Street in North Andover at 6:3oAM, travels down to a flag stop at Massachusetts Avenue at 6:35AM, and getting riders to Government Center in Boston by 7:28AM. There is one outbound bus that leaves Boston at 5:10PM from State and Congress Streets and makes a stop at the State Transportation Building on Charles Street, and at Bedford Street before heading to North Andover, arriving around 6:15PM. The cost for a one-way ride is $6.00 cash, or $5.00 to use a Charlie Card. Monthly 10-ride passes can be purchased in advance 61 MVRTA Annual Report, Fiscal Year 2016. Transportation / 88 for$5O.00.The Town provides free parking at West Mill on High Street as an incentive for taking the commuter bus to Boston. As this is a commuter service, it only runs Monday through Friday and not on the weekend. SENIOR "I"RANSPOR"I'Al"ION SERVICES ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ In addition to the local bus lines serving North Andover, the Council on Aging also offers shuttle van rides for seniors and the disabled in town. The Town currently has one van and one driver, and will take seniors on shopping trips,field trips,and trips to the Senior Center for daily activities and meals. Currently, medical trips are placing a much larger demand on transportation services in town,to the point where the Senior Center is looking for more volunteer drivers that could cover medical trips above and beyond what can be covered by the Town's van service.North Andover is also in the service area of Northern Essex Elder Transport,which is a volunteer driver program for seniors.Rides are arranged through the local Council on Aging office and volunteer drivers provide door-to-door transportation to local and out-of-town medical appointments when no other means are available. ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ While North Andover does not have a commuter rail station within its borders, there are nearby stations in Lawrence and Andover. Both stations are located on the MBTA's Haverhill Commuter Rail Line which offers direct service between Boston and Haverhill.Most stations between Boston and Lawrence tend to be suburban in character, with Boston, Lawrence, and Haverhill being the largest cities along the line.A weekday trip for a commuter between Lawrence and Boston takes about an hour one way at a cost of$1o.00 per one-way ticket.A trip between Andover and Boston takes about fifty minutes, and costs $9.25 per one-way ticket. The MBTA's Haverhill Line had an annual average of 8,843 riders per weekday across all inbound and outbound trips.The Haverhill Line has the sixth highest daily ridership of the fourteen MBTA commuter rail lines across the system. The two stations closest to North Andover, the Lawrence and Andover stations,have seen fairly steady ridership numbers according to MBTA ridership data Average Weekday Commuter Rail I nders1hi IT , 2007-2013 .......... ................I....awrence w�Andover 147 47 47 r'. UI,, < goo Boo mmmmmmmmm rl. 64747 � rr 54747 �R.,�����,����� u,i E. l o 47 �,�wUlr 300 V y '200 ti� 147 47 0 Transportation / 89 from 2007 to 2013.The only exception was at the Andover station in 2011 which saw a very large jump in ridership. In 2013,the Lawrence station averaged 772 riders per day which is much lower than many of the high ridership stations across the system.For example,the Salem commuter rail station averaged over 2,1oo riders per day in 2013 which is the most of any station in the system.62 The average annual weekday ridership for all stations across the MBTA commuter rail system was 934 in 2013. ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION According to MassDOT's most recent roadway inventory, sidewalk coverage in North Andover is extremely limited outside of portions of Waverly Road, Salem Street, Johnson Street, Chestnut Street,Sutton Street,Route 125,and Route 114.Even on these roadways,sidewalks maybe limited to certain segments or to only one side of the street. The neighborhoods surrounding the intersection of Waverly Road and Massachusetts Avenue have the most comprehensive coverage in all of North Andover.As one travels east from the older historic center on the north side of town, sidewalk coverage is almost non-existent making it very challenging for anyone east of Great Pond Road to get around without a personal vehicle. The Town does not have many, if any, on-street bicycle facilities that would make it safer for people to bike around North Andover.While many of the roadways in Out Country are certainly lower volume and safer for cyclists,the narrow rights- of-way,topography, and curvilinear roadway design can create dangerous conditions for biking. The Town,through the Friends of North Andover Trails,has created and invested in over seventy miles of off-street pathways and trails that serve primarily as recreational amenities. In the most recent"Guide to North Andover Trails"booklet,there are sixteen destinations listed with detailed trails maps for each site. North Andover has not yet taken advantage of MassDOT's current Complete Streets Program63 that provides funding to municipalities for pedestrian and bicycle improvements.Towns can apply to MassDOT's program once they have adopted a Complete Street Policy, which should state the Town will make a concerted effort to design and construct streets that include accommodations for all users of the transportation system including cars, bikes, pedestrians, and public transportation.MassDOT will then provide funding for the Town to hire a consultant to develop a Complete Streets Prioritization Plan that lays out priority projects the Town could undertake on their own,or with funding assistance through MassDOT.The Prioritization Plan begins to develop a network of connections for pedestrians and cyclists to make getting around town easier and safer. While the Town does not yet have a Complete Streets Policy, it has taken advantage of MassDOT funding for Safe Routes to School projects. In 2017, the Town completed the reconstruction of sidewalks along the North Andover Middle School driveway entrance, Massachusetts Avenue, Greene Street, Parker Street, and adjacent neighborhoods to create safer connections for children who want to walk or bike to school. These improvements included ADA compliant wheelchair access,intersection re-alignments, new pavement markings, and better signage. 61 MBTA Blue Book,2014. 63 More information on MassDOT's Complete Streets Funding Program can be found here: https://masscompletestreets.com Transportation /90 uuuuuu (_',o w(finating Lan(I Use Decisions nn( I`t-an: podation Inipm;wernent Looking to the future,it is important that land use and zoning changes, and new development are closely coordinated with transportation improvements.Development that the Town wants should not be hindered by substandard transportation infrastructure. It is also important for the Town to consider how new development can be connected to the transportation system in a way that allows people to get around without the use of a personal automobile. This should include ensuring new development contributes to a connected pedestrian network and strengthens circulation both within the development site itself, as well as connections to the town-wide transportation system. (_',onnect.!i.ng People n(I Places Discussions with Town staff and members of the public revealed that many people living in Out Country do not feel connected to primary activity centers in North Andover, namely Downtown and the Historic Center. One of the primary challenges facing North Andover from a transportation perspective is the sprawling nature of development that took place after 196o. The town grew outward quite rapidly with a focus on large-scale single-family residential development. Opportunities to create additional activity centers, such as one in the eastern portion of North Andover,were not available at the time and limited by the zoning that was in place.Today,the transportation system,namely roadways, is the way people are connected to the various place in North Andover. In the future,the Town should consider ways to facilitate travel by all modes of transportation from the residentially-dominated Out Country area to the commercial activity centers to the west. uuuuuu I ipt-oing Access rot- lle( ett-ian nn( y", cii: t Sidewalk coverage in North Andover is spotty at best, and on-street bike facilities are almost non-existent. The rural to suburban development pattern in North Andover, and relatively narrow roadways create challenges to implementing a more well-connected network of facilities for pedestrians and cyclists. The Town has been successful developing more than seventy miles of off-street walking and biking trails within open spaces and recreation areas across town, but they are disconnected and primarily serve as recreational amenities instead of transportation assets. Moving forward, the Town should look at prioritizing mobility corridors and safe cycling routes to better connect residents,jobs, activity centers, and open space and recreation amenities. These mobility corridors could include sidewalks, on-street bike facilities,or off-street shared use pathways that would serve both pedestrians and cyclists. Transportation /91 (IIIIIIII IIIIIIII VIII III IIIIIIII (III IIIIIIII III„III IIII VIII IIIIIIII II I II 111111,,,, IIII�I VIII III IIIIIIII IIIIIII IIIIIIII TRANSPORTATION GOAL 1: IMPROVE TRANSPORTATION CONNECTIVITY, WITH AN EMPHASIS ON SIDEWALKS, TO MAKE IT SAFER FOR RESIDENTS TO ACCESS OPEN SPACE AND RECREATION AREAS, CIVIC BUILDINGS AND SCHOOLS, AND COMMERCIAL CENTERS IN TOWN. uuuuuu Evaluate sidewalk gaps and prioritize new sidewalks based on their ability to connect residents to schools, activity centers, civic spaces, and recreation and open spaces in town. uuuuuu Leverage the Town's sidewalk maintenance funds with Community Preservation Act-eligible projects to expand the amount of funding available to improving connections to and from open space and recreation areas. uuuuuu Knit together Out Country with the commercial and civic centers in the northern portion of town by improving signage, sidewalk and trail connections, and bike facilities. uuuuuu Adopt a Complete Streets Policy and apply to MassDOT's Complete Streets Funding Program to secure funding for a Complete Streets Prioritization Plan. Coinplele Si eels is a lerin iise(.]to(Jescribe roa(Jivay iinproveineras that all iisers ofl.he roa(.1 iriclu.(Jirul pe(Jesl.riaris, cyclisis, (.1river, arul irarisil. ri(Jers. For exaInple, ifihe Tozvri is recoriso-ticl.irul a roa(.1 iheyshou.hl corisi(Jer crossivalA-s, aiu.] biA-e laries or share(J laries lei a(.kJi1.iori to the iinproveineras ina(Je Jbr (.1rivers. These iricreinera.al a(,kJi1.ioris,Jbr ol.her roa(Jivay iisers ivillsiarl. to chip aivay at, 1.hesi(JezvalA-gaps arul coruiecl.ivil.y issuvs resi(Jerils expresse(.](.hirirul the Masler Plan. The Tozvri shou.1d adopl. a Coinplele Sireeis Policy which zvou.hl requ.ire roa(Jivay (Jesigriers to corlsi(Jer hou) accoinino(Jaiioris cou.hl be ina(Jefi)r all roa(Jivay iisers. Whhsoine roa(Jivay projecis 1,here inay riolbe eriozigh right-ofivay to bu.il(Jsi(JezvalA-s ori-a(.k.] a biA-e larie, bu.1. (Jesigriers zvou.h.] at. least, have to corisi(Jer 1,hose accoinino(Jaiioris belbre(Jel.eriniribu. they are riol.,jeasible. uuuuuu Continue the practice of working with the Merrimack Valley Planning Commission and MassDOT to identify and fund Safe Routes to School infrastructure improvements. uuuuuu Evaluate the feasibility of increasing crosswalk frequency and visibility on major travel corridors such as Route 114,Mass Ave, Route 125, and Chickering Road. uuuuuu Work with FONAT(Friends of North Andover Trails)to evaluate and prioritize off-street trail development, connections, and trail crossings to and through open spaces and recreation areas. uuuuuu Couple sidewalk and crosswalk improvements with pedestrian-scale lighting to increase visibility and safety. Transportation /92 Transportation connectivity was a very important issue threading many elements of the Master Plan. To dive deeper, a transportation connectivity map was developed to help the Town prioritize future transportation improvements. Transportation Connectivity The Issue North Andover grew outward very quickly over a period of twenty to thirty years which resulted in a sprawling development pattern ° and lack of connectivity for any means other than cars. Over time, the Town constructed new sidewalks capitalized on Safe Routes to School funding to better connect neighborhoods and schools. The Town, in partnership with FONAT and other conservation organizations, also developed an extensive and impressive network of off-street trails and paths primarily serving recreational purposes. The Merrimack Valley Regional Transit Authority (MVRTA) runs a commuter bus and a circulator route in town,but both primarily serve the north and west sections of town and leave other activity centers without transit service. Looking foward,the challenge for North Andover is how best to build up activity centers in town and connect them through a multi- modal transportation approach.Using a Complete Streets vision, ���n�l%���� the Town should consider how best to accommodate all users of the transportation system as best as possible within the limited right-of-way available.This may mean looking at a combination of g Y Y g sidewalks on-street bike facilities off-street trails and paths, and transit connections to allow people to travel from one part of town to another regardless of whether they have access to a car or not. /f. � �.i�ori This also means thinking about transportation options that support all residents regardless of age and ability. From school children to seniors,everyone uses transportation in different ways day to day. Providing those connections can mean access to open spaces, recreation areas,jobs, daily needs and activities,housing, and civic centers for those who need it most. e. Forming a Connected Community Feedback from the community placed transportation connectivity near the top of the desires of North Andover residents. Neighbors want safe places to walk,be connected to open spaces and activity J centers, and feel secure when their children choose to walk or bike y fl to school. The transportation connectivity map highlights several locations across Town where infrastructure investments could be prioritized over the next ten to fifteen years.This map focuses on walking, biking and transit connections, as these may be more likely to fall to the wayside in lieu of more substantial roadway and intersection projects. While traffic and safety improvements for vehicles � a rsx p is important, we focus here on walkability,recreation, social connectivity, and health. a The map starts with existing sidewalk,trail, and transit connections "�� ; �� and prioritizes locations where gaps exist. Mapping schools and activity zones in town alongside existing infrastructure shows where transportation connections could benefit residents andj� visitors alike. Dashed lines and circles highlight specific locations '��! in town where future investment in transportation infrastructure would enhance connectivity and link people and place. "" g . .......) / 125 / K.I� � XII Anduver , ,. Corhichewid r or / 1 I �.�x ire)`i $ U ��/ggl GKexP°�'d Mnfl I �"fa�I�U�fI���� FI ya8 dR c J \�� 1 N �r V �a bF � � . � a 9r. �Bla " 0 ua�NSH"�a M e 14 s u mr , u i r k IV � �st 5� North Andover Transportation Connectivity Map School Trains&Pathways rug o Key Intersections,Crossings,Gateways s Concentration of Activity Bay Circuit Trail d 004 Proposed Bus Route Expansion Sidewalk(two sides) MBTA Commuter Rail b, Pedestrian and Bike Improvements �' Sidewalk(one side) MVRTA Bus Route ` Proposed Trail Connection Transportation /94 TRANSPORTATION GO/\L 2: REDUCE VEHICULAR CONGESTION AND IMPROVE SAFETY ALONG KEY TRAVEL CORRIDORS, AT YW/\jOR INTERSECTIONS, AND ALONG CONNECTING RO/\OVV/\YS THAT PROVIDE ACCESS TONORTH ANDOVER'S RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOODS. � Discourage traffic in residential neighborhoods using context sensitive roadway design and traffic calming solutions. Rosidonas of North f1nlonor oaprosso(.1 (Jeep oonoorn over tro/ io on.] so/ety along no/gh6orhoo(J strools, portioo/orb/ as /t. relates to oh//(Jron u:o/Onl on.] 6/Onl so/ b/. S/ou:/ng cars (Jou:n o/onl no/(.Ih6orhoo(,�islroo�� /s on oxoo//onau:oy to /norooso so/ ty /br other roo(Jo/oyosors. TboTou:n000/(.]oons/(Jor ,shr/nOnlroodu:oy u:/(Jihs, o�.1io.7spoo(.1 tables, /ou:or/n.7spoo(.1 //rn/ts, orrno0ni s//ght. rno6/fico1./ons to the goonnoirynfroo(.]sI.o16roo(.1r/norstos/ou)(Jou:n. � Work with 08ussD(]7to incorporate welcoming and beautification improvements to the anticipated improvement project u]ong Route 114. � Evaluate safety and congestion improvements along key roadway corridors and intersection improvements to promote safer travel speeds, improve safety at key intersections, and create usafer and more connected sidewalk network. � Evaluate the potential for including wider shoulders on roadways to improve safety for cyclists where dedicated bike lanes or multi-use pathways may not be feasible. Sorno roo(Jo/oys /n North finlonor s/in.p/y are nol. u)/(Jo onoogh topron/(Jo (Jo(.1/oote(.1 6/A-o ft.o/// ios //A-o6/A-o /onosornno/l.i-osopobhu:oys.Inthese cases, the Tou:n000/(.]place po/na.o(.1 shoro(J /onornorA-orsori the roo(Ju:oyonlo�.1shoro /onos/gnstou:orn (.1r/norsthe travel /onosare to6oshoro(Ju:/bhcyclists. �l'iosotrootinonasare 6osi /br/ou:orspooeL /ou:orno/onno roo(Js u:horoshor/nl the /onou:/bh noh/o/os/sso/erfi)rcyo//sts. � Develop stronger zoning language and incentives to encourage shared access points, curb cut consolidation, and connected parking across developed parcels. � Work with MVPC to conduct a transportation corridor study for each of the entry points off I- 495 into North Andover to create a coordinated transportation solution for access into town. � Pursue a more proactive approach to securing funding every five to seven years for local North Andover transportation projects throuehthe08errbnuckVuUey7runsportadonlrnprovernent Program. Transportation /95 TRANSPORTATION GO/\L 3: FOCUS ON YW/\K|NG DOWNTOWN /\ MORE WALKABLE, PEDESTRIAN-FRIENDLY PLACE WITH CONNECTED SIDEWALKS, SAFE CROSSINGS, PUBLIC GATHERING SPACES, AND /\ CONSISTENT STREETSC/\PE. In addition to changing zoning regulations for Downtown, the Town should also consider infrastructure improvements that will make the area more walkable, bibe-hiendky, and visually appealing. The key to an active and vibrant downtown is creating u place people want to be. A healthy business mix, 'obs, and housing are only part of the equation. Wide sidewalks, safe crossings, lighting,landscaping, and gathering spaces are all components that make a downtown attractive and inviting. Some improvements the Town may wish to consider for Downtown include: n Extend high visibility crosswalks toadditional intersections and mid-block crossing locations along Main Street and Water Street. n Evaluate the possibility of changing on-street parking configurations as a way to increase sidewalk widths,landscape buffers, or add on-street bike facilities along parts ofMain Street. n Look for opportunities toconstruct curb burnp-outs,particularly for mid-block crossing locations along Main Street. .o. ..................Hire a consultant to evaluate and recommend possible streetscape improvements along Main Street and Water Street. n ama.� � n Evaluate the effectiveness of changing zoning u]ongMain Street tovary front setbacks to provide additional space for wider sidewalks, enhanced landscaping, and pedestrian gathering spaces. n Use consistent streetscupetreatments, sidewalk design, undnvavUndingsignugeto connect Downtown with the Mill District to encourage walking, gathering, shopping, and dining between both areas. n Review pedestrian ramps and building entrances for universal accessibility and prioritize accessibility improvements. TRANSPORTATION GO/\L 4: IMPROVE PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS TO PROVIDE RESIDENTS AND EMPLOYEES WITH CHOICES FOR HOW THEY GET AROUND AND ACCESS OPPORTUNITIES IN NORTH AN DOVER. � Explore innovative ways to increase transportation services for seniors.This could include: Transportation /96 o Expand the hours of operation for Council on Aging transportation services. o Explore regional options such as sharing vehicles,drivers,and dispatchers with nearby communities. o Explore the feasibility of offering ride vouchers to seniors who could use ride sharing services to get to medical appointments. uuuuuu Continue to push for a new MBTA commuter rail station at the Osgood Landing site if and when a redevelopment proposal is in place that matches the community's vision and goals for the site. uuuuuu Improve MVRTA circulator routes and frequency of those routes as a way to increase ridership. uuuuuu Evaluate potential ridership and cost impacts of adding a second (later) departure time for commuter buses to Boston. Open Space and Recreation / 97 uum eIIIII e & 'I'����������" IIIIIII IIIIIII' IIIIIII IIIIIIIII IIII PURPOSE uuuuuu Describe the Town's existing inventory of open spaces and recreation assets. uuuuuu Discuss the opportunities and challenges of maintaining open space and offering a wide variety of recreation amenities and programs. uuuuuu Recommend ways to preserve and connect passive and active open spaces across North Andover. uuuuuu Recommend changes that could lead to increased opportunity for physical activity and a broadening of recreation programs for residents of all ages. CONNECTIONS T COMMUNITY PLANNING Open space and recreation amenities are components of a community that give it character and also serve as places of social and human connection, as well as improving physical health and wellbeing. In North Andover, residents have made a firm commitment to preserving open spaces and developing formal and informal trail networks to allow residents to enjoy these natural spaces. As physical growth and population change continue in North Andover, the Town will need to identify tools and policies that will help balance the preservation of open spaces with the changing character of the community. The Town should use the Master Plan and the Open Space Plan as guides for identifying priority preservation activities and ideas for opening additional recreation opportunities for residents. KEY RECOMMENDATIONS uuuuuu Create an Open Space and Conservation Committee supported by planning staff with education/outreach as one responsibility. uuuuuu Consider how the Town can best make use of the Merrimack River's close proximity and recreational opportunities by establishing a riverfront trail system, waterfront parks, and/or public canoe or boat launch areas. uuuuuu Develop a trail rating system that rates level of difficulty, accessibility, availability of benches, barriers to wheelchair access, and more. There should also be a clear distinction between walking trails and hiking trails. uuuuuu Develop a conceptual plan for the North Andover Rail Trail that could then be designed and funded in sections over time. Open Space and Recreation / 98 uuuuuu Continue to consider the creation of more athletic fields to support youth sports including potential for use of private property. Illllll�illllllllllll�llllllllll � III IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII�IIIIIII IIIIIIIIIIIIIII In 2016, the Town of North Andover's Departments of Conservation and Key Findings Planning prepared an Open Space & North Andover has approximately 1,217 acres of Recreation Plan Update, with assistance from Brown Walker Planners, Inc. and the town-owned open space, 661 acres of which are Merrimack Valley Regional Planning managed by the Conservation Commission. Commission. This Plan "continues the Lake Cochichewick is the Town's sole source of ongoing efforts by the Town of North drinking water and is a surface water supply that Andover to preserve and manage its requires protection.The Lake adds to the appeal natural areas and to provide and maintain of North Andover and also provides limited accessible parks and recreational areas for recreational opportunities. These opportunities the enjoyment of the town's residents, must be carefully balanced with the protective workforce and visitors." measures needed to maintain the town's water supply, including addressing runoff and Much of the information presented in this contaminants from neighboring properties. chapter of the Master Plan is excerpted Hiking trails are important aspect of North from the 2016 Open Space and Recreation Andover's open space use. Plan Update,unless otherwise noted. There are many options available in North The purpose of this chapter is to build on Andover for youth sports, recreation, and the 2016 Open Space and Recreation Plan, programming. especially by exploring further the use and management of open space and recreational lands and the opportunities for additional conservation and recreational development. This element will also focus on strategies to link planning for open space and recreation to other elements of the plan, both in terms of how these strategies contribute to growth and economic development and in how to best manage their impact on town services and finances. IIIIIII�IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII�IIIIIIII�IIIII IIII I IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII�IIIIIIIIIIIII�IIIIIIII IIIIIIIIII III III IIIIIIII Defining "Open Space" I 111111 I IIIIIII The term "open space" is sometimes used to refer only to those parcels that are permanently protected,such as town conservation land or state forests and parks.For the purposes of this plan, 69open space"will be used in the broader sense to include any"undeveloped land with particular Open Space and Recreation / 99 conservation or recreation interest," whether or not it is protected. 64 The vast amount of undeveloped land throughout North Andover is a defining characteristic of the town, and one that helps to make this community such an attractive place to live. As referenced in the Open Space & Recreation Plan, protected open spaces are private or public parcels that are permanently committed to conservation or recreation purposes by legislation, deed restriction or easement. Unprotected open spaces are areas that are of conservation or recreation interest to the town, but are not permanently protected as open space. Partially protected open spaces are areas that have a partial or temporary restriction on development, such as Chapter 61 lands and some municipal parks or ball fields that could be, but are unlikely to be, developed.65 OPEN SPACE INVENTORY The Town of North Andover owns open land with various levels of protection.Municipal lands are generally managed for conservation, recreation, and watershed protection. For the purposes of this section, "conservation" shall refer to land used for wildlife habitat, resource management activities including forestry, and resource-based recreation such as hiking. 64 Commonwealth of Massachusetts,Open Space and Recreation Planner's Workbook,page 3.This is the approach favored by the Division of Conservation Services guidance for open space planning. 65 The Town of North Andover 2o16 Open Space&Recreation Plan Update,page 39,2016. Methuen w Town of North Andover N Open Space Georgetown Lawrence Boxford �^ h F 4 n n \ 0 v n w ...,.. •auuP 9S � �i n s yy y 1 b k 4i� w weP � 1 m f" 4 � llu rt f � rvu w rw n y I M y u x l „ n �o 6mp f 1 1 q ... w,.. Iegend p Town H—d., p p GhyNier 81aI4s f ii. 1. s y0-11 1-1 �ian / -R IL.lAdiwel AOR mu oV!IVV uII '-R I{ (pb'ainrl nm.[>I) 9ptlC0 P R' hYF cels h-1,IPW I IY slumgg g hi Yd g.p�h' F¢alur�s Idpal Q �V s"n"', Rniva9e R-d. N.mp N, ^^^^Interstate ...-.°..-SU.R-1. e Open Space and Recreation / 101 American Legion Beach 1.71 Aplin Playground 1.96 B&M Playground 39.67 Boxford Street 74.73 Bradstreet School 1.09 Bridle Path 3.51 Candlestick Road-Giallanella 2.02 Carl Thomas Park 4.77 Carter Field Road 12.02 Cricket Lane 9.61 Cyr's Recycling Center and Recreational Fields 88.3 Dale Street 1.24 Granville Lane 4.47 Great Pond Road 8.03 Greene Street 2.33 Grogan Field 4.01 Ingalls Street 4.62 James Swamp&Reynolds Playground 48.16 Jared III PRD 5.14 Johnny Cake Street 3.23 McEvoy Park 4.28 Olympic Lane o.89 Osgood Hill 150.29 Patriots Memorial Park 2.69 Pine Ridge Road 1.65 Pleasant St-Dam and Lakefront 3.04 Salem Forest V PRD 27.49 Settler's Ridge PRD 5.52 Seven Oaks-Sugarcane Lane PRD 18.42 Town Common 8.61 Winter Street 2.09 Wintergreen Drive 3.32 Youth Center/Drummond Playground 6.64 Total 555.55 Source: North Andover Open Space and Recreation Plan,2o16 101 Open Space and Recreation / 102 The following are descriptions of North Andover's more actively used town-owned open spaces. The Cyr Recycling and Recreation Center is located in the extreme southern end of town and used by DPW as a storage and leaf composting facility. Two soccer fields and two baseball fields are located on this property.Portions of the Bay Circuit Trail traverse through this property, which connects the Boxford and Harold Parker State Forests in North Andover.The Bay Circuit is a series of trails, totaling approximately 200 miles, which runs through fifty communities from Ipswich to Duxbury. James Swamp is a forty-eight-acre parcel with three soccer fields and a basketball court. This property is also heavily wooded and contains hildng trails that were established 1998.The property also includes the Reynolds Cider Mill and two outbuildings which were leased to an adjacent property owner prior to the donation of the land to the town in 1971. Osgood Hill is part of the 153-acre Stevens Estate,which was purchased by the town in October 1995 through a Special Town Meeting in order to permanently preserve the open space and protect the town's water supply in the adjacent Lake Cochichewick.The Stevens Estate is located entirely within the Lake's watershed and includes both the four remaining structures of the original Moses T. Stevens Estate as well as an extensive public trail system linking the parcel to additional public trails and conservation lands. The Stevens Estate is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is managed as part of the town's Community and Economic Development Division.The Main House is available for conferences, weddings, and other special events, while the other structures remain unused and are in need of extensive repair and renovation.The parcel is within the Residential-1 Zone and does not have a conservation restriction in place. The 1995 Town Meeting approval also allowed for disposition of a portion of the Stevens Estate land and buildings for potential development. Patriots Memorial Park, or Memorial Park,is located directly across from the Stevens Library. This park is dedicated to the men and women of North Andover who, during the town's two hundred and seventy-five years of existence, have provided patriotic services of either a civic or military nature.This property was a gift to the town from the Stevens family.The park was restored to its original Olmsted Park design by the North Andover Improvement Society in the 199os and the society continues to maintain the park today.66 The Town Common was created between 188o and 1956 as various parcels were acquired and existing structures removed. The site is a popular picnic spot and walking area, and is also the setting for various special events and recreational programs. 66 North Andover Improvement Society,http://www.naimprovement.org/history 102 Open Space and Recreation / 103 REM Brookview Estates PRD 32.36 Carter Hill 30.22 Foster Farm and Bruin Hill 57.85 Foster Street 15.46 Foxwood PRD 31.39 Gray Street 3.13 Half Mile Hill 19.45 Lost Pong PRD 7.17 Mazurenko Farm 104.7 North Andover Estates PRD 22.43 North Andover Heights PRD 9.82 Pinewood PRD 14.45 Rea Street-Rear 1.29 Rea's Pond Conservation Area 13 Riverview Street 1.05 Stevens Street 1.03 Town Farm/Forest 175.47 Windrush Farm 120.95 Total 661.22 Source: North Andover Open Space and Recreation Plan,2o16 For many years the Town Farm/Forest was North Andover's largest tract of municipal open space.The town purchased the original 126 acres from Mr. Samuel Jenkins in 1856 and used it as the community's poor farm for approximately loo years. Pine plantations are also located on this property, which may have been the work of the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s. Additional acquisitions expanded the Town Farm/Forest over time,with the most recent one,the Leland Parcel,added in 1985.Seekamp Environmental Consulting completed a Town Farm/Forest management plan for the North Andover in 2000. Although not originally purchased for watershed protection purposes, 12o acres of the Town Farm now serve this vital purpose. The property is also an important recreational site and is the home of Gallagher Fields, a baseball and soccer field complex built in the late 199os.The Town Forest is also the home of the North Andover Youth Services(NAYS)Ropes Course.This low and high challenge course is a community treasure utilized by over 1,000 youths per year. The town converted a portion of the parcel on the north side of Dale Street to active recreation with the construction of an additional soccer field in 2012. The Mazurenko Farm Conservation Area was purchased from the Mazurenko Family in December 1988.This parcel was classified under Chapter 61A as agricultural farmland.When the landowner attempted to develop the parcel, the Town exercised its option to purchase with the assistance of a one million-dollar grant from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The Mazurenko farmhouse was destroyed by fire in 1986 and previously occupied the location of the existing parking lot. The primary purpose of this acquisition was water supply protection, as the entire 104-acre site lies within the Lake Cochichewick Watershed, and the extreme stress on the water supply caused by development in the watershed was the driving force behind the purchase. 103 Open Space and Recreation / 104 Other pertinent reasons for the acquisition include the preservation of agricultural lands and wetlands, wildlife habitat, and natural and recreational resources. The North Andover Conservation Commission manages the Mazurenko Farm Conservation Area under a comprehensive management plan completed in March of 1991. Rea's Pond is located off Great Pond Road/Route 133 and is adjacent to Mazurenko Farm.This was the first piece of conservation land purchased by the Town in 1975. The fifteen-acre site includes a pond that provides prime habitat and solitude for the great blue heron and is also a popular fishing spot. The town has taken control of portions of the Shawsheen River floodplain in lieu of taxes as they serve a valuable flood control function and protect important wildlife habitats. Additional land donations received as part of a subdivision approval have expanded this conservation area and a trail system has been created along the river. The town also owns two small parcels along the Merrimack River.One acre on Riverview Street is the site of a proposed boat ramp.Plans for the construction of the boat ramp have now been put aside due to lack of public support. The other site includes a public well located on an eight-acre parcel next to the river. However,this site is not in use as the water would require treatment to be of potable quality.This well may be used in the future if needed. Foster Farm (which includes Bruin Hill) was purchased in 1998 through an action of Town Meeting.The 92.72 acres of vacant farmland and woods was purchased from the estate of Earl L. Foster under the provisions of Chapter 61A.The property is comprised of three parcels designated as the following: c) Parcel A are under the control of the School Committee as a site for a future elementary school. c) Parcel B &C are managed by the Conservation Commission for agricultural preservation and recreation. Half-Mile Hill and Summit are located off Osgood Street behind Edgewood Farm, between Osgood Hill and Weir Hill. Combined, the parcels consist of approximately eighty acres and include 88o-feet of frontage along Lake Cochichewick. The acquisition of Half-Mile Hill was funded in 2002 with assistance from The Trust for Public Lands,a$250,000 State Self-Help Open Space Grant,and Community Preservation Act Funds. In 2004,the town purchased the Half-Mile Hill Summit, and in 20o6,the town purchased the adjoining Sunny Ridge property. Similar to the acquisition of Half-Mile Hill, The Trust for Public Land and Community Preservation Act Funds assisted the town with this process. In 2012,the town expanded the site with the purchase of the Ousler parcel fronting on Osgood Street,in the process connecting Half Mile Hill with Osgood Hill. The Half Mile Hill parcels are retained for watershed, agricultural and conservation preservation, and for open space and trail connection. In addition to being under the care and custody of the Conservation Commission, The Trustees of Reservations and Essex County Greenbelt hold Conservation Restrictions on the Half-Mile Hill and Summit parcels to assure that the premises will be retained in perpetuity in its natural, scenic, and open condition. The twenty-seven-acre Carter Hill was purchased in 2001 with the assistance of The Trust for Public Lands and a$250,000 State Self-Help(now LAND)Open Space Grant.Carter Hill is located 104 Open Space and Recreation / 105 off Bradford Street and is bounded by Barkers Farm, Mazurenko Farm Conservation Area, and open space required under Planned Residential Developments(PRD)at Hickory Hill and Settler's Ridge. While the primary purpose for acquiring this land was to preserve one of the last undeveloped drumlin/farmland vistas in North Andover, other benefits include watershed protection,proximity to other open space parcels for trail connection,unique aesthetics/historical value, and highly valued wetland/wildlife habitat. The approximately 14o acre Windrush Farm,located off Lacy Street adjacent to Boxford State Forest,was acquired using a combination of Community Preservation Act Funds, assistance from the Trust for Public Lands, and a State Self-Help (now LAND) Open Space grant in 2009. The property was formerly part of an active therapeutic equestrian center and working horse farm of the same name and is a mix of upland and wetland forested areas with an extensive trail network that is still utilized by the adjacent farm for therapeutic riding programs. The parcel is entirely within the Massachusetts Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program's BioMap Core Habitat and Estimated and Priority Habitat for Rare Species.The site is in the care and custody of the North Andover Conservation Commission and the Essex County Greenbelt Association holds a Conservation Restriction. ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ Conservation (-.',ornrnission. • The Conservation Commission administers the Wetlands Protection Act and the Town of North Andover Wetlands Protection Bylaw and Regulations. It examines potential impacts any proposed activity may have on identified wetland resource areas. uuuuuu Frien(Is or North n(lover Trail (FONAT) FONAT is a not-for-profit, community- based organization dedicated to preserving and supporting North Andover's public trail system. FONAT members volunteer their time to maintain and promote existing trail systems,identify new potential trails, and raise awareness of the options and opportunities for hiking and walking trails within the community. uuuuuu I'lle "h-U stees or Iteservation ( 1`1'0 10 TTOR preserves,for public use and enjoyment, properties of exceptional scenic,historic, and ecological value in Massachusetts.They manage over 25,000 acres of land around the Commonwealth. Greenbelt Also known as the Essex County Land Trust, Greenbelt's mission is to preserve farmland, wildlife habitats, and scenic landscapes. The organization focuses on land conservation, land stewardship, and community engagement and is currently responsible for almost 17,000 acres of land in Essex County.67 ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ Many unprotected lands in North Andover are important contributors to both the town's character and the preservation of its natural resources.The town continues to consider options for acquiring or otherwise protecting open space parcels based on resource protections needs and recreational 67 Greenbelt Essex County's Land Trust,http://www.ecga.org/ 105 Open Space and Recreation / 106 opportunities. The Open Space Advisory Committee's 1995 recommendations of appropriate criteria,with some modifications, are still valid and propose that the following criteria be used in evaluating land for future conservation or acquisition purposes: c) Land adjacent to a Lake Cochichewick tributary c) Land within the boundaries of the Lake Cochichewick Watershed District c) Land abutting existing/protected open space c) Farmlands c) Land with development risks (i.e. private ownership chapter 61, 61A, and 61B, or Agricultural Preservation(APR) status,town property) c) Unique aesthetics,historic value, and/or community character c) Feasibility of a trail network&adjacent network(s) 0 Unique wildlife, wetlands, river corridors, and/or riparian habitat values as depicted on the North Andover BioMap and Living Waters Map produced by the Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program(NHESP) RECREATION FACILITIES & PROGRAMS ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ INSIVENSI...I..ORY OF RECRE ...I..IONSI F CII.....I...I..IES The majority of North Andover's public recreation facilities are under the ownership and management of its various departments.The following inventory is listed in alphabetical order and the acreage devoted to recreation is estimated for each facility.The total estimated acreage of the nineteen recreation facilities is approximately 244 acres.These facilities include twenty-one soccer fields/multipurpose fields, sixteen basketball courts,thirteen baseball fields,twelve playgrounds, eight softball fields, six tennis courts,two football fields,two skateboarding areas,two track fields, one volleyball court, one ropes course, and one swimming facility. Arnerican Legion Beach / Stevens 1110 ( (Norah An(lover Youth an(I Recreation Services) Located at 522 Pleasant Street, American Legion Beach, also known as Stevens Pond, is a public beach open for nine weeks in the summer to North Andover residents with season or day passes. It opens every day from 9:3o am to 7:00 pm., with certified lifeguards on duty at all times. The pond offers swimming lessons and special events and activities for families, as well as a playground, and is managed by Youth&Recreation Services. Aplin Playgr ou:n.ri Located at 18 Clarendon Street,Aplin Playground consists of 1.8 acres of recreation space including a baseball field, basketball court, skateboarding area, and playground. The playground is managed by both the Recreation Department and the Department of Public Works. North An(tover Recreation "ornplex Located between Atkinson Elementary at 111 Phillips Brooks Road and the North Andover Middle School at 495 Main Street, the fields complex covers over 27 acres and includes two soccer/multipurpose fields,a baseball field,two softball fields, and a football field with a surrounding track. Town Meeting recently approved lob Open Space and Recreation / 107 six million dollars of CPC funding for this project. y"nt-1 Thornas Plnygi-o un(I- Located at Dana Street and Marblehead Street, this 5.23-acre property includes three baseball fields, a basketball court, and a playground, and is managed by both the Recreation Department and Department of Public Works.The playground also has a concession stand,bleachers, and picnic tables. (_',at-t t- Fat�-un Soccc.t- Fiehis Located at 176 Carter Field Road, these three soccer fields spread across approximately five acres. Although constructed as part of a residential subdivision,they are available for use by the general public. y1m( ick Fic.i i / McEvoy Kiehl Located between Chadwick Street and Sutton Street, this location encompasses three acres and includes three softball fields and a playground that are managed by both the Recreation Department and Department of Public Works. This site also includes a snack shack,restroom facilities and basketball hoops. y°yt- Recycling an(I Rect-c,ntional (_',ent e t. .... Located at the southern end of town, this eighty-eight-acre recreation facility has two soccer fields/multipurpose fields and two baseball fields. As previously noted, portions of the site are also used by the Department of Public Works as a storage and leaf compositing facility. The Bay Circuit Trail, a trail system that crosses through fifty communities from Ipswich to Duxbury, also traverses this property to connect the Boxford and Harold Parker State Forests in North Andover. Druninion(I Plnygm:m:n(l Located at Milk Street. and Johnson Street, this park encompasses five acres and includes a softball field,basketball court, and playground. Fo t t- Fat�-un Soccc.t- Fiehi Located at 15o Boxford Street,this ten-acre site includes two soccer fields/multipurpose fields. Ft-atil in School Located at 2 Cypress Terrace, Franklin Elementary School encompasses 8.8 acres and contains two baseball fields and a playground. Gllaghet- Fiehl Located on Dale Street, the athletic fields span three acres and include a soccer field/multipurpose field and a baseball field. Go gan' Fie l The 4.7-acre property located at Baldwin Street and Gilbert has a baseball field,basketball court, and playground.The property also houses a storage but for the football team. J.N. t let-rnan yVouth (_',enter. • Located on Johnson Street,the youth center opened in 2000 on a three-acre site which includes a basketball court and skateboarding area. Kurefte School This elementary school located at 601 Main Street has 6.5 acres of open space that includes a softball field,basketball court, and playground. Lake y"och icl ewic:11 Limited recreational use, including boating (by permit) and fishing, is allowed under new lake usage and boating guidelines updated by the Board of Selectmen in September 2016. Public boat racks will be available beginning in 2017. Not-th A mCovet-t I igh School North Andover's High School is located on a 44.5-acre parcel 107 Open Space and Recreation / 108 with two soccer fields/multipurpose fields, a baseball field, a softball field, a football field, a basketball court, six tennis courts, a volleyball court, and a track. Reyllohls Fie l • Located near the intersection of Rea Street and Johnson Street, this park spans six acres and contains three soccer/multipurpose fields, a basketball court, and a playground. SargentEleun e°nterry School Located at 300 Abbott Street, the school has a one-acre recreation area that includes a soccer/multipurpose field,a basketball court, and a playground I'll orilso11 School The three-acre site is located at 266 Waverly Road and includes a playground and softball field. Town Farni/Fo est The North Andover Youth Services (NAYS) Ropes Course is located within the Town Forest.The course includes both low and high challenge areas and is utilized by over 1,000 youths each year. ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ Hiking Trails North Andover has many miles of scenic hiking trails located on numerous public and private properties.These and many other local trails in North Andover are available year-round for hiking, picnicking,nature walks,bird watching,and in the winter,cross-country skiing,and snowshoeing. A limited number of trails are also used for horses. In the past, some trails on town-owned properties were developed and maintained by the North Andover Trails Committee(NATO).Since 2007,the town has been assisted in its trail development and maintenance efforts by the Friends of North Andover Trails (FONAT), a not-for-profit, community-based organization dedicated to preserving and supporting North Andover's public trail system. Working under a five-year agreement with NATO, FONAT members volunteer their time to: uuuuuu Maintain the town's many miles of trails by running monthly trail workdays. uuuuuu Promote and raise awareness of North Andover's trails and protected open space via maps, trail guides and community event listings, as well as guided walks and participation in community events. uuuuuu Identify new trail opportunities and community projects. In 2014,FONAT received a grant to design and install kiosk signage at ten sites.The kiosks identify the sites,trails, and use guidelines and allow for posting of additional information as well.In 2015, FONAT published"A Guide to North Andover Trails"which is available for purchase through their website,the Conservation Department and at various locations throughout town. The table below identifies the sites of existing trail systems in North Andover, as well as the key sites proposed for additional trails in the future. The first one listed, the Bay Circuit Trail, is a lob Open Space and Recreation / 109 permanent trail connecting thirty-seven communities in Massachusetts. It enters North Andover through Harold Parker State Forest and runs along the southern border of the town to Boxford State Forest,where it joins other trails there to continue east. Many of the other trails listed here include connections between parcels to provide improved access to scenic locations. log Open Space and Recreation / 110 Bay Circuit Trail Private,Town,and State 1 Owned Boxford State Forest Department of Conservation 10+ and Recreation Boston Hill Brightview North Andover 1 Bruin Hill* North Andover 1 Carter Hill North Andover z Essex County Railroad** North Andover, National NA Grid,and others Farnsworth Reservation Essex County Greenbelt 1 Association Foster Farm North Andover z Foster Farm(Parcel C)** North Andover NA Half Mile Hill and Summit* North Andover z Harold Parker State Department of Conservation 10+ Forest and Recreation James Swamp North Andover 4 Mazurenko Farm North Andover 5 Merrimack River Trail North Andover NA Molly Town Department of Conservation 1 and Recreation Molly Town PRD/Harold Commonwealth of NA Parker State Forest** Massachusetts Rea's Pond North Andover 4 Shawsheen River North Andover z Sevens-Coolidge Place, Trustees of Reservations NA Weir Hill** Town Farm North Andover 1 Town Forest North 1 Andover Ward Reservation Trustees of Reservation 5+ Weir Hill Trustees of Reservation 8+ Windrush Farm North Andover 4+with other trails to be developed *Trails to be developed **Planned and Potential Future Public Recreation Trails in 2o16 Source: North Andover Open Space and Recreation Plan,2o16 110 Open Space and Recreation / 111 ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ North Andover has a wide variety of community athletic programs run both by the town and local non-profit organizations.These programs include the following: North n. tover Soccer Association The North Andover Soccer Association is a nonprofit dedicated to providing a safe, healthy forum for kids to play recreational soccer. It is a volunteer run organization offering soccer programs for kids from four years old through their teenage years. Little League Baseball North Andover's Little League has Spring, Summer, and Fall sessions, offering programs for players of all ages and abilities. North An. tover Booster y"lub The North Andover Booster Club includes basketball, football, cheerleading,wrestling,volleyball, softball, and field hockey. North An(to e ilout_h Hockey The North Andover Youth Hockey League offers hockey teams for boys and girls of varied ages. Players are evaluated by the Board of Directors and placed on teams each year. North An. tover Lacrosse Association The North Andover Lacrosse Association offers youth lacrosse programs for boys and girls of all ages, placing players on teams of like ability. North Am mover Youth Track an(I tie l North Andover Public Schools' Community Programs include a spring and fall track and field program for fourth through eighth graders who are interested in trying out sprinting, distance running,throwing, and jumping events. M i i ilc,schooI(_."ross y"ountry Itro gram –A co-ed program for students in 61h through 81h graders interested in competitive running which generally runs from September through November. Everyone's n Plnyet. .... A 501(03 non-profit, this organization offers assistance to underprivileged youth in the Merrimack Valley to enable them to participate in organized sporting programs. A mover/ orth An ove y'My',A Programs included at the Andover/North Andover branch of the Merrimack Valley YMCA include swimming, synchronized swimming, youth basketball league, dance,gymnastics, and other youth exercise classes and programs. Figure Skating y"Iub The North Andover Figure Skating Club is a non-profit organization located at Brooks School, offering instruction to many ice skating levels for youth. Excel Ski an(I Snowboar(l P orarn North Andover Public Schools' Community Programs holds a six-week winter program providing skiing and snowboarding lessons for third-fifth graders and sixth-eighth graders at the Bradford Skiing Area. SUI111—ner Sports (.1in:ic an(I Leagues ..• North Andover Public Schools' Community Programs provides summer clinics in basketball and other sports for youths during the 111 Open Space and Recreation / 112 summer months. ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ North Andover has a wide variety of park and recreational areas serving both the active and passive recreation needs of the community, as well as community education programs. These programs include the following: of-th An(tovet- Youth an(I Rect-eation Set-vices A non-profit organization that provides North Andover's young residents with adventure programs, support services, social/recreational programs, court-related services, and student run programs. of-th An(tov t- "AM North Andover Community Access & Media, Inc. provides local community access television by and for the residents of the town. Boy Scouts North Andover is part of the new Spirit of Adventure Boy Scouts Council created in 2015 with the merger of the former Yankee Clipper and Boston Minuteman councils. The new council serves nearly 13,000 youths in seventy-six communities and runs six year round camps in its region. G i1-i Scouts The Girl Scouts of Spar and Spindle Council serves young girls across the North Andover area. of-th An(to et- Foun(ln1io n rot- E(lu.cation The purpose of NAFE is to provide North Andover's public schools with the resources necessary to enhance curriculum, programs, and services beyond those that are supported in the annual budget. The ASIX-', is a non-profit volunteer organization that raises money for in-school cultural and educational programs in the Sciences and Humanities at North Andover's elementary and middle schools. uuuuuu "'on ince Errol-t to UU:xpan. i Uw ec.t-ea1io n Gi1pot-tunifie a1 a et* Uwtesoul-cams Protecting the town's water supply while also allowing recreational use of Lake Cochichewick is a common theme both in the town's existing plans and resource documents as well as in community discussions. Lake Cochichewick is one of the town's premier natural resources and the beach at the adjacent Stevens Pond is a well-used community resource.The Lake is also the town's only water source,however, and a careful balance is necessary to meet the needs of both water protection concerns and any new or expanded recreational activities in the watershed area. uuuuuu Ful-thel-in g "on setw2fion Effin-ts within Lake ",ocf ichewick" atet�-shell 2l].`f Gtf et-UGnipot-tan (_',orm-nunit Reno t-cpm.AT-ea North Andover has worked hard to preserve the surviving open space in the Lake's watershed 112 Open Space and Recreation / 113 as well as prime open space and natural resource areas elsewhere in the community.The level of development in the town,however,will inevitably place more pressure on North Andover's remaining undeveloped and unprotected resources.Many of these open spaces are significant landscapes which add to the character of the community. Once lost,these resources can never be replaced. It is important that the town continue its efforts to protect these landscapes by using all the tools at its disposal,including CPA funding, easements and conservation restrictions, and partnerships with local and regional non-profits.......I.[IIe.. 1'..e..on.ry)epa.d,Ct.LJon..ofyyfor.n]Jn...g'�Cyyt.��7�.�s n.rriJL.La.e Lis I�sok r.r.1or�e�yy.l�s el_y Cppt isso..ies impacting ffie 1,al�e liar been referenced in pJr,`or 1@JICr,ster Pl,Crns, I.�u..�:.LL noL Cr,�.ted Or;I�2 LLlru.,!,s fC]r uuuuuu I'Tornote at-ene orthe(_',or -nuni y.' Open Space Resout-c m nn..i h-ails North Andover has an extensive network of hiking trails,many of which are not well known by the community in general.While some of North Andover's trails are maintained by the Essex County Greenbelt and the Trustees of Reservations, including Weir Hill, Ward Reservation, and the Stevens-Coolidge Place, others are on public land and rely on volunteers and organizations such as FONAT to promote and preserve them. FONAT has developed a detailed and well-illustrated guide to the community's trail systems and open space resources. Promoting and encouraging the enjoyment of these open space and recreational resources can build community commitment for their further preservation. (IIIIIIII IIIIIIII VIII III IIIIIIII (III IIIIIIII III„III IIII VIII IIIIIIII II I II 111111IIII�I VIII III IIIIIIII IIIIIII IIIIIIII �� X11111111111111 11111111111111111I�1111111iiiiiill VIII VIII 1111111111 ii1111111111111111111111111111 X1111 IIII II II�III��IIII 1111111 iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiim OPEN SPACE D RECREATION GOAL 1: PROMOTE AWARENESS OF NORTHD V 'S OPEN SPACE RESOURCES, FROM ITS FARM LANDS T ITS CONSERVATION AREAS AND TRAILS, T C U RAG THE CONTINUED PRESERVATION F THE COMMUNITY'S ATURAL LANDSCAPE. uuuuuu Work closely with FONAT to design and install a wayfinding system for North Andover's publicly-accessible conservation areas.Develop online itineraries,maps,and suggested routes that promote interactions with nature. uuuuuu Create an Open Space and Conservation Committee supported by planning staff with education/outreach as one responsibility. Include membership seats for FONAT and representation from other organizations, as appropriate. P✓&ih.eri Massachu.sells eri.able(J the local esiablishinera ofcori.serraaiiori coininissiori.s iri 1957 1,hrou.(.lh the C,"rrri.serraaliori C;oininrssiori Act, (M(T"L c.,4o s.8(.),a�°oriserraaiiori coin. rrssiori.s ivere rlesh..aIria ie(.l as the official local erahy char(. iviilr the I:rr°oler lila orf a rnrrrricII:alhies rialair al r°e�ozir c es. Prior to ibis act., a rrrrrrric ipalhy r ozilrl ar qu.ir e laiu.ls Jbr° a drive r ecr°eal.iorral (Jevelol.:r r.era. Irrr1rioifi)r rialaral resozirce a�°ori.serraaiiori l.:rtirposes. With eriac°oneer of�l.he r qa';i' lar.r), rrcqu.ir°irul arrrl l:rr°oiecl.irul lari(l..Jbr° corrser°va iori l:rrrrl:roses becaine a vali(l rrrrrriicll:al l:rtrrl.:rose aiu.] ihis ivas the l:rrnnary L:rtrrl.rrrse of local cori.serraaiiori coininrssioris. Hozvever, iri. r 7,,? iviilr the erraconera of l.he We larirls Pr oiecl.iori Act, (M("L c.131 s.,4o), corrser°va iorr co ininissior'i.s ivere qiFJer'i. the (Ju.1,Y of proQ."es,°irul zveilaru'ls perinrl. appIrcal.�ioris. Ttiis IasA- iia Open Space and Recreation / 114 becaine inany conservation coininissions -- a boar(.1 (�fvolzinleers - arul they zvere less able to 16ciis on their originalinan(Jale to acqu.ire arul prolect. laruls.1br conservation. In responSe,inany inzinicipalities have create(.1 openspace coininillees that, are responsible fin- l llarul to prolect. throzigh inzinicipal acqu1sition, conservation restrictions, or other open space conservationinel.ho(Js. Open space coininittees are an(Jinaintainhu. actirrent. Open,Space arul Recreation Plan, nalairal resozirce inanageinent., trail zipA-eep, conservation restriction inonhoring, arul other relate(.1 activities. Open space coininittees (rJien have orle or in.ore ineinbers appoint.e(.1 by 1.he conserval.ion coininission an(.1 olher ineinbers appoin 1.ed by 1.he Boar(.1 (�J'Selecl.inen. (Source: Massachusetts Association of Conservation Commissions (MACC),htti2:Zlwww.maceweb.orgZj2agelAbolitConCommMA,accessed 413o118) OPEN SPACE AND RECREATION GOAL 2: EXPAND RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES IN THE TOWN'S WATERFRONT AREAS, FROM ITS MANY PONDS AND LAKE COCHICHEWICK. TO ITS UNDERUTILIZED RIVERFRONT ACCESS, AS APPROPRIAT EAND WITHOUT IMPEDING THE PROTECTION OF WATER QUALITY AND HABITAT. uuuuuu Investigate establishing public recreational access to the Merrimack River via the Shawsheen River trail and boat ramp. uuuuuu Consider how the Town can best make use of the Merrimack River's close proximity and recreational opportunities by establishing a riverfront trail system, waterfront parks, and/or public canoe or boat launch areas. uuuuuu Assess feasibility of Stevens Pond as a year-round recreational area with ice skating,along with kayak, paddleboard, and sailing lessons and rentals. investigate, through a lake or watershed oversight committee (J il c2n a i.i.d...............d i i i.i.k i ig !.jj�zjjons'), what level of recreational activity can be all on Lake ..........................-, Cochichewick without adversely harming the water supply and consider how to provide public recreational opportunities on and around the Lake within those limitations. OPEN SPACE AND RECREATION GOAL 3: PROMOTE AND CREATE INTERCONNECTEDNESS OF OPEN SPACE BY ADVANCING A NETWORK OF TRAILS AND SIDEWALKS THAT PROVIDE ACCESS TO A WIDE RANGE OF RECREATION AND NATURAL AMENITIES THROUGHOUT NORTH AN DOVER. uuuuuu Identify locations and create handicap accessible walking paths in natural areas and create management plans for each conservation area that address access for persons with disabilities. uuuuuu Develop a trail rating system that rates level of difficulty, accessibility, availability of benches, barriers to wheelchair access, and more. There should also be a clear distinction between walking trails and hiking trails. uuuuuu Develop a conceptual plan for the North Andover Rail Trail that could then be designed and funded in sections over time. 114 Open Space and Recreation / 115 � Continue to support the work of the Friends of North Andover Trails, Essex County Greenbelt, Bay Circuit Alliance, Trustees of Reservation, Merrimack Valley Planning Commission, and others create trail connections throughout North Andover and connecting to neighboring communities. Priorities should include: n Leonhard Farm connection through toAnderson Drive inBoxford n WindrushFunn n Stevens Estate utOsgood Hill toLake Cochichenvckw OPEN SPACE AND RECREATION GO/\L 4: DEVELOP ATHLETIC AND OUTDOOR FACILITIES AND PROGRAMS THAT ADDRESS THE NEEDS AND INTERESTS OF NORTH ANDOVER RESIDENTS OF ALL AGES FROM PRE- SCHOOL AND TODDLER PROGRAMS TO YOUTH SPORTS TO SENIOR CLASSES AND ACTIVITIES. � Continue to consider the creation of more athletic fields to support youth sports including potential for use ofprivate property. � Consider options to expand space available for youth services programs either utthe youth center site oroff site inshared facilities. � Organize more community-wide events in the Downtown area and other central locations(e.g. Town Common). 6^Funded May zo17through aCPA grant tnadd boardwalks and signage. 115 Historic, Cultural, and Natural Resources / 116 1111111 IIIIIII 1111111' IIIIIIIa1ridIIIIIII so uIIIIIII PURPOSE uuuuuu Describe the Town's existing inventory of historic and cultural assets. uuuuuu Describe the important characteristics of the Town's natural environment and resources. uuuuuu Identify policies and strategies to preserve historic structures and cultural resources and bolster local capacity to work toward these strategies. uuuuuu Identify policies and strategies for preserving and enhancing the Town's natural features and ensuring best practices in environmental protection are implemented. CONNECTIONS T COMMUNITY LA I G The history and culture of North Andover is coveted and valued by its residents.This is evidenced by the fact that the Town has worked to preserve historical structures and neighborhoods, and has taken steps to secure and display historic artifacts that were under threat of disappearing. Places like Old Town Center and Machine Shop Village harken back to the unique development and industrial history of North Andover. Natural resources are also extremely important to residents. Not only is Lake Cochichewick the source of drinking water,it's also a natural amenity to be viewed and used by all. Going forward, the Town should continue to work to preserve historic, cultural, and natural resources by instituting policy changes and development regulations that protect the features that make North Andover special. KEY RECOMMENDATIONS uuuuuu Acquire or otherwise protect priority open space parcels from development as identified through the most current Open Space and Recreation Plan. uuuuuu Create a local Historic Preservation Master Plan to identify resources for stronger protection of historic resources, improvements to strengthen effectiveness of existing historic and neighborhood conservation districts, and protection of historic town records. 116 Historic, Cultural, and Natural Resources / 117 uuuuuu Partner with Trustees of Reservation and the Historical Society to expand the visibility of North Andover's publicly-accessible historic resources by coordinating events, holding joint house and facilities tours, and collaborating on joint programs and volunteer activities. uuuuuu Use the community's historic spaces and resources as venues for community events and arts programs. uuuuuu Establish a clear set of policies and procedures for communicating regularly with property owners enrolled in the state's three current-use Chapter 61 programs to enhance the possibility of permanent conservation solutions. Illllll�illllllllllll�llllllllll t III IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII�IIIIIII IIIIIIIIIIIIIII Visual clues to the history of North Key Findings Andover can be found throughout the community, illustrating its development North Andover's development history is shaped, by from an early Colonial agricultural its natural resources and prominent landscape community to the residential suburb it is features—hills and farmland. today. North Andover's history lies not North Andover has 53 heritage landscapes and 8 just in its historic structures and homes, priority heritage landscapes. but also in the natural resources, North Andover has 16 Wetland core habitats, or landscapes, farms, and wilderness areas important intact wetlands habitats necessary to which define and give character to the promote the long-term persistence of Species of town. North Andover's development Conservation Concern, pattern and its interaction with the uuuuui natural environment is central to its story. � North Andover has the third largest forest core Until well into the twentieth century, habitat in the region, an area spanning 2,352 acres North Andover's residential, commercial, that identifies the best examples of large, intact and industrial centers focused almost forests, are least impacted by roads and exclusively on the water resources of development, and provide a critical habitat for North Andover's northern half. Farms numerous woodland species. dotted the rolling, open landscape of the At 564 acres, Lake Cochichewick is the largest lake south, but much of the terrain remained in Essex County and the town's sole source of undeveloped woods and wetlands until drinking water and require the post WWII housing boom of the mid- The Massachusetts Historic Properties Inventory and late-twentieth century. This includes 409 properties from North Andover, distinctive development pattern of tightly ranging in age from 1662 to 2005. packed buildings in the north and low 354 of the sites listed in the MHC Inventory are density, wide open spaces in the south further listed on the State Register of Historic remains visible today, and is characterized in the local name for Places. southern North Andover of Out Country. North Andover has three Historic Districts and twelve individual properties listed on the National Preservation of these historic and natural Register of Historic Places. resources, both built and natural, is a longstanding focus of North Andover's planning efforts. Home to both a well-established historic district and one of the first neighborhood conservation districts in the state, North Andover has a 11'7 Historic, Cultural, and Natural Resources / 118 track record of finding creative solutions to its preservation goals which also meet the needs of the community. In the same manner, the town's abundance of trail systems, public lands and water resources have long been cherished and protected by the community. The town has a supportive network of non-profit organizations which assists in preserving both its historic and natural assets, as well as strong community sentiment for saving and reusing its existing resources. This community focus has led to a wide variety of preservation and conservation successes,from finding creative new uses for its industrial buildings to adopting new legislation to protect its natural resources to supporting the efforts of local farms to evolve with the times. Despite the success of these programs, North Andover also faces the development pressures seen throughout the region and continues to look for new solutions to protect their natural and historic resources. Building new and stronger preservation programs to address these dangers and ensuring that supporting the informed and engaged community behind them are critical elements to securing North Andover's historic and natural resources for the future. IIII III�IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII�IIIIIIII�IIIII IIII I IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII�IIIIIIIIIIIII IIIIIIIIII III III IIIIIIII I 111111 I IIIIIII HISTORIC RESOURCES North Andover's historic resources encompass the full history of the community from its start as an early inland settlement with an agricultural base to its nineteenth century identity as a thriving industrial center. These resources illustrate four centuries in the development of the community and include residential homes, mill buildings, outbuildings, bridges, roadways, stone walls, cemeteries, landscapes, structures, and archaeological artifacts. Most of these historic resources are in the northern half of the community,where the Town Common,commercial downtown area, and earliest farms are found.The vast portion of Out Country stayed largely undeveloped well into the twentieth century.Today, however,those farm and forest lands include winding subdivisions of single-family homes and more recent condominium developments. North Andover saw a sharp rise in development in the mid-twentieth century as families moved away from city centers in search of the American Dream. Although the influx in residential development caused the loss of many acres of farmland and changed the character of much of North Andover, the community's core sites and neighborhoods were preserved through a combination of private initiatives and public efforts in which the town partnered with a variety of local, regional, and statewide organizations to achieve its preservation goals. Historic preservation is a common element in North Andover planning initiatives. In 1986, the town established the Old Center Historic District Bylaw, adopting its first and only local historic district.The town's prior master plan studies and open space and recreation plans recognized the importance of its historic assets and identified general recommendations and goals relating to their preservation. The North Andover Historical Society, founded in 1913, actively works to support the history and preservation of the community, and published its most recent of several histories of the community, A Good In-Land Town by Stephen J. Roper, in 2001. More recent planning efforts include the town's participation in the Massachusetts Heritage Landscape Inventory Program in 2005,which developed the North Andover Reconnaissance Report for the Essex County Landscape Inventory, and the Machine Shop Village Masterplan, which proposed measures to preserve, promote, and enhance the area's historic resources. A study report and guidelines for the creation of a Neighborhood Conservation District in Machine Shop Village followed in 2006. 118 Historic, Cultural, and Natural Resources / 119 ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ North Andover's first residents were Ipswich and Newbury farmers who settled the Old Center area in 1643,spreading north along the Cochichewick and Merrimack Rivers in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries and to the west and south of the commercial centers in the twentieth century.69 Each era of North Andover's development centered on a different area of the town, creating four distinct historic areas — Old Town Center, Downtown, Machine Shop Village, and Tavern Acres. Today, each community center presents a unique set of resources, opportunities, and challenges.70 Until their division in 1855, the center of the Andovers was located in the current Oil ":own 'gym n Un-.The site of the town's first meeting house in 1645 and earliest community center,it is now at the center of North Andover's only historic district.The Old Center Historic District is a Chapter 40C local historic district established in 1986 to preserve and protect the former town center. It is overseen by the Old Center Historic District Commission,which reviews and approves all exterior changes to the District's seventy-five buildings. Old Town Center is home to several First Period (pre-1725) houses as well as the fifth meeting house, the North Parish of North Andover, built in 1836.71 The distinctive gothic revival church stands at the southwestern corner of the Town Common at the center of the historic settlement area. Interestingly, the large triangular commons by which the area is now known is not original to the neighborhood. For centuries,North Andover's town common was little more than a narrow strip of land running along Andover Street from the Meeting House to the Hay Scale building.The current Common was constructed by the North Andover Improvement Society in the 19206 72 and required the reconfiguration of the area.Buildings were removed and historic structures relocated to accommodate the new open space and landscaping. The public space is now ringed by Federal and Greek Revival structures from the Old Town Center's eighteenth and nineteenth century development, the former textile museum and history museum buildings of the North Andover Historical Society, and a small nineteenth century commercial district comprised of the historic Brick Store(1829) and the old Hay Scale Exchange(1890).The Trustees of Reservations'Stevens- Coolidge Place is located to the west of the common and the Kittredge Estate and Old Burying Grounds stand amongst the town's earliest homes and estates to the north of the Common on Academy Road. North Andover's Machine Shop Village developed along the Cochichewick Brook to the north of the Town Common in the nineteenth century.73 Beginning in 1802 with the construction of the first of North Andover's three woolen mills, the area grew into the industrial heart of the community. Soon after,the mills switched to producing the machinery for textile production, and 69 North Andover Reconnaissance Report,Massachusetts Landscape Inventory Program.Massachusetts Department of Recreation and Conservation,2005. J0 Unless otherwise noted, historic information in this section was gathered from the Massachusetts Historical Commission's MACRIS database for North Andover and from notes from the Core Assessment meeting on Historic and Cultural Resources held on July 31,2017. 7'History of North Parish Unitarian Universalist Church,http://www.northparish.org/learn/ 72 A History of the North Andover Improvement Society, 73 Machine Shop Village Neighborhood Conservation District Study Report,2006 119 Historic, Cultural, and Natural Resources / 120 by the 1830s the Davis and Furber company was operating in the area as the largest manufacturer of textile machinery in the country. Residential neighborhoods sprung up to accommodate the mill's many workers,including the"Yellow Row" of eight double cottages on Water Street built in the 1830s. Primarily multifamily in nature, the housing in this area included a variety of styles such as one and a half story Federal duplexes, two story double houses, and six unit tenements. More elaborate Greek Revival homes appeared beginning in the 1830s to house the mill owners, evolving into more elaborate Second Empire and Stick Style homes as the century wore on. The textile industry boomed during the Civil War, ushering in a golden period of industry in North Andover which lasted through the 188os. It was during this period that the true center of the community shifted from the Old Town Center north to the Machine Shop Village.By the 1870s the new village had a school union hall, an engine house, and three churches, as well as a growing commercial area located along Water Street between Main Street and Elm Street. More public buildings and institutions followed in the later years of the nineteenth century, but few of these buildings survive today. The mills began their slow decline during the Great Depression of the 193os and the last operating mill,the Stevens Mill, closed in 197o and was later demolished. The Machine Shop Village area went into a steady decline, its Davis and Furber mill and many residential structures saved only by a lack of development interest in the area. In recent years, the area has made a dramatic turn beginning with the redevelopment of the former mills into an office and commercial complex. In 2oo6, the town established the Machine Shop Village Neighborhood Conservation District to protect the area from significant change and demolition. North Andover's Dow area lacks the clear development history and image of the other two community centers,but is undoubtedly the modern commercial hub of the community.Today the area includes a mix of nineteenth and twentieth century development — late nineteenth century Victorian style wood frame commercial structures, former homes converted into residential use, and mid and late twentieth century commercial infill development.At the heart of the Downtown area is the Town Hall and former Fire Station, now redeveloped into a single structure. The two structures share the same materials and design but were built at different times —the fire station having been constructed in 1907 followed by the Town hall in 1925. The overall complex was designed to create a unified focal point for the downtown area and provided the first civic space in the commercial core.The structures continue to serve the same purpose today, although the styles and uses of the surrounding structures have changed. North Andover's fourth community center, I:°a et-n pct-ems Ili tot-ic Di ti-ict, is a twentieth century planned subdivision located off Main Street between the Downtown and Old Center areas. Developed in the 192os, Tavern Acres contains twenty Colonial Revival, Dutch Revival and Arts and Crafts style homes designed and situated to provide views into the adjacent Olmstead Brothers designed Memorial Park located at the southern end of the neighborhood.The first neighborhood to plan for automobiles, Tavern Acres homes were designed with garages and marketed to those mill executives who had the means to live several miles from their offices.Added to the National Register in 1995, the District also includes the 1907 Stevens Memorial Library, located at the far side of the park,and the Patriots Monument located within Memorial Park.The area was proposed for designation as a local historic district but never approved. ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ MS...U..0 U C BUH.....D U N I,:.d North Andover's historic buildings include examples of residential, civic, institutional, commercial, agricultural, and industrial structures from the early eighteenth through the 120 Historic, Cultural, and Natural Resources / 121 twentieth century. While a few are owned by the town or non-profit organizations which provide both preservation and public access, the majority of these buildings are privately owned. The variety of architectural styles present in North Andover range from the elaborate Second Empire and Victorian styles of the late nineteenth century to the many Vernacular style mill workers homes surrounding the downtown and commercial centers. Many of these buildings have been well maintained or restored and retain original architectural details,windows,and doors. In other areas, particularly those neighborhoods that suffered the most from North Andover's period of industrial decline in the second half of the twentieth century, there is a greater mix of historic homes updated with modern synthetic siding and significant alterations which removed or obscured historic details. Other historic structures in these same neighborhood's exhibit signs of benign neglect which if left unchecked could result in the future loss of the community's historic fabric. RES aDE.NI...a I.... BI.D11....DING ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ North Andover's historic residential buildings span more than three centuries and represent a diversity of architectural styles,building forms, and scales. In keeping with its early development, North Andover has eight examples of First Period(pre-1725)timber framed residential structures. Most of these homes are still residential structures but one, the Pat-son IIamia1- i I louse, is a museum house preserved by the North Andover Historical Society. North Andover has excellent examples of Federal style architecture, such as the exquisitely detailed and preserved I itt e fte Man ion (located on Academy Road in the Old Center Historic District),and numerous high style Georgian, Greek Revival, Italianate, and Shingle style homes built throughout the nineteenth century for the wealthy mill owners and their executives. The popular Romanesque Revival style also makes an appearance here in the home of the Stevens family on Osgood Hill. Other early homes in North Andover changed radically over time, reflecting the changing nature of the community and its residents. Although it remained in one family from 1729 through the 196os,Stevens: Place evolved in the early 19oos from two Italianate style farmhouses into a single high-style Colonial Revival home, mirroring the change in the property as it transitioned from a family farm to an elegant agricultural estate.While many properties in North Andover saw similar conversions,few of these early nineteenth century estates remain today. More common in North Andover's residential neighborhoods were restrained and Vernacular versions of these styles built at smaller scale, or in multi-family settings, for the workers and tradesman in the community. Beyond the commercial areas, the town's agricultural areas were characteristically dotted with traditional gable-roofed farmhouses. While some of these survive with their Colonial detailing intact, it is more common to find examples of early homes updated with Greek Revival porticos and Italianate detailing to match the popular finishes of the period. Many of these have survived with their immediate surroundings still intact,providing a clear visual impression of the structure and its outbuildings as they functioned historically. North Andover also has abundant examples of twentieth century residential architecture in the suburban developments which sprang up around the Downtown area and Old Town Center in the 1920s and 1930s.While still marketed to local executives, these homes are much smaller in scale in comparison to their nineteenth century predecessors and include Colonial Revival, Dutch Revival, Arts and Crafts, Four Squares, and Craftsman bungalows buildings. While early efforts were made to document North Andover's historic structures, few have been inventoried or reviewed over the last twenty years,making their current condition largely unknown. 121 Historic, Cultural, and Natural Resources / 122 OU"I"BU11 DINGS North Andover's many surviving barns, both large and small, are perhaps the best reminders of the rural nature of the community for much of its history. With the industrial activity located almost exclusively in one corner of the town,the remaining land remained largely rural until well into the twentieth century.Substantial barns are still visible throughout the community,and many are still in active agricultural use.Others have been converted into storage or garage space,as have many of the smaller outbuildings which also dot the North Andover landscape. One of the largest surviving barns,the 1871"Lakeview Farm"stock barn believed to be the largest stock building ever constructed in North Andover, survived for many years as the Auditorium for the Brooks School before it demolition in 2017.Another unusual example, the ca. 1833 Hay Scale Building adjacent to the Town Common,is maintained by the North Andover Historical Society as part of its museum space. Unfortunately, the exact number of these structures, and their preservation status, is not clear. Early inventory forms often omitted any mention of historic outbuildings present on the property. While new inventory forms are more inclusive, few of North Andover's existing properties have been reviewed recently enough to benefit from this change. Multiple properties within the Old Center Historic District include barns and early outbuildings which are protected by the District's designation. CIVIC BUaI.._DaNG ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ Few of North Andover's early civic buildings have survived to the present day, and those that have generally date back only to the early twentieth century. Of the many civic buildings constructed by generous mill owners during the second half of the nineteenth century, none are standing today, nor are any of the town's earlier schools. It is interesting to note that despite North Andover's long history as an established community,its first Town I Iaii an(I Fire Station were not constructed until 1925. Its construction allowed all town offices and functions to be in one location rather than scattered throughout the town. Built in the Flemish Renaissance Revival style popular to municipal buildings of this period, the two uses shared a pair of nearly identical buildings joined by a common pedimented vestibule. The new complex established a civic presence and public gathering space in the heart of the Downtown area. Even the police station was located here in its early days, although it was later moved and replaced with the social service center. In 2016, the town undertook a substantial renovation project which expanded the town hall offices into the now former fire station,maintaining the joint use and identity of the buildings and breathing new life into the civic space. Another distinguished civic structure is the ca. 1907 Lim. (Ms Mernoriai Library. Built in the Italian Renaissance Revival style, the ornate structure of red brick and terra cotta with copper moldings and roof accents is the focal point of the adjacent Memorial Park and surrounding neighborhood.Although a circulating library had existed in various town buildings in prior years, this was the library's first permanent location and was designed to house the town's records as well.Two new wings were added to the original building in 1969 and it was expanded again in 1994 to meet community needs. Two less common civic structures also warrant mentioning in this section.Osgood Hill,also known as the Stevens Estate,gym,is a substantial late nineteenth century estate built by Moses Tyler Stevens, on a hill overlooking Lake Cochichewick. Stevens, who donated the above mentioned Stevens Memorial Library to North Andover,was one of the community's leading businessmen as well as a US Congressman. The estate includes the ca. 1886 Romanesque Revival brick manor house as 122 Historic, Cultural, and Natural Resources / 123 well as a gatehouse, carriage house, stables, and gardener's house (now demolished) on 153 acres of open space. The Stevens family owned the land until 1953, when it was given to Boston University. The University used the property as a conference center until 1993 and in 1995, the town stepped in to save the property from development. The Stevens Estate is now a town department and the main house is regularly rented out for conferences and events. The town is considering potential future uses for its accessory buildings, many of which are in need of repair and renovation, and the site itself is an important open space resource with numerous trail systems. The last civic structure of note is the I lat-o l Int-ket- State Pat-k I l mmiquaftem building located on the town's southwestern border with Andover. Built by the Civilian Conservation Corp (CCC) in 1937, the Rustic style building is the central administration building for the state park. Other structures constructed with CCC assistance in the 1930s include the Berry Pond Pavilion and stone walls,the Stearns Pond dam and picnic area, and numerous park walkways and general improvements. COMMERCa 1.... BI.Da1....�.DINGS ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ Most of North Andover's historic commercial buildings were built in the Downtown area in the mid to late nineteenth century to meet the needs of the growing mills and their workers.Then and now, North Andover's Main Street is a commercial corridor with late nineteenth century Shingle, Queen Anne, and Vernacular wood frame buildings on either side housing stores and offices on the first floor with residences above.While many of these buildings remain, most have seen their storefronts, siding and architectural details altered over the years. Many have also been removed or substantially altered to make way for twentieth century commercial structures and uses, some of them several times in as many years. For example, the existing strip mall located across from the Town Hall was built in the 198os in place of a ca. 196os grocery store, but was substantially updated in the early 20006 to its current form and uses. Although several of the Machine Shop Village's industrial mill buildings have survived to be converted into commercial uses,it's original commercial structures did not survive the area's decline in the nineteenth century.In the Old Town Center,the ca.1829 Brick Store and ca. 1890 Hay Scale Exchange are reminder of the town's first commercial center. INDI.D I..IIa Al.... BI.Da1....�.DINGS ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ North Andover's history and development are deeply tied to the textile industry of the eighteenth and nineteenth century.While many of North Andover's early mills and industrial buildings have been demolished, several examples remain that speak to the history of the community. One of the earliest surviving mills is the I cholfle l Woolen M ill in the Downtown area near the Merrimack River. The ca. 1802 one-story wood frame building was built as a wool carding mill and spinning/weaving shop by two brothers who later became extremely influential in the textile industry. Davi an(I Fut-bet-M:nchine Shop at the corner of Water Street and Elm Street is a nearly intact example of a mid-nineteenth century industrial mill complex and the only set of nineteenth century mill buildings still standing.All varieties of textile machinery were manufactured within the ca. 186o Greek Revival style brick buildings,contributing significantly to North Andover's late nineteenth century industrial boom. The mills were shut down in the mid-twentieth century and left vacant for multiple years before being converted into office and commercial space.Today the Davis and Furber mill buildings are once again thriving as a popular destination within the 123 Historic, Cultural, and Natural Resources / 124 Machine Shop Neighborhood Conservation District. The main building houses a public museum space showcasing some of its original machinery and equipment and the various new uses have required few significant alterations to the buildings. Just as these industrial powerhouses were fading away, a new industry was on the rise in North Andover. 1600 Osgood Street, now known as Osgood banding, was built in 1955 for Western Electric and was for many years the town's largest employer.74 A classic example of contemporary mid-twentieth century commercial architecture, the enormous 1.5 million square foot facility manufactured telecommunications components for Western Electric, later Lucent Technologies, until its close in 2003. By 2oo8, the building had reopened as a multi-tenant commercial and industrial center,leaving its mid-century modern exteriors intact. C l...W R C l....�E. ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ New England's town centers are often characterized by their central churches and tall white steeples.North Andover is no exception.At the eastern edge of the Town Common sits the Nol-th Pat-ish y"immmm-ch orNot-th nC1ovet% Built in the old town center,the North Parish Church was constructed in 1836 in the Gothic Revival style, an uncharacteristic choice for a meeting house both at the time and today. Finished in white painted wood flushboard rather than clapboards,the structure has a square tower at the center of its front fagade topped at each corner with a spire, surrounding a larger central spire at its center. Each corner of the structure is also topped with its own separate spire. Despite its eclectic exterior, the interior, made up of former pieces of earlier meeting houses, exhibits more traditional Federal and Georgian style architectural elements.The Unitarian Universalist parish is still active today and is working with the North Andover Historical Society to maintain the early records of the community. The steady development of the community to the north of the Old Town Center led to the construction of new churches there to meet the growing community's needs. The landmark t initat-inmm (_',ongi-egnlionai y"immmm-ch at 72 Elm Street was built in 1865 through the beneficence of Davis&Furber and its owners,marking the separation of the industrial community from the rural Old Town Center to the south.Designed byArchitect John Stevens,the Romanesque Revival building uses flushboarded wood construction to imitate masonry and has narrow buttresses and distinctive eaves, brackets, and round arched windows with label molding. The elaborate, three-stage tower and steeple rising from the center of the front fagade is a landmark visible from surrounding towns in the Merrimack Valley. In addition to the Trinitarian Church, two other churches from the mid-nineteenth century still stand in Machine Shop Village. The Methodist Episcopal Church, built in 1849 at the corner of Water and Main Streets, is now the home of St. Gm c.0 ot-y' Am-umc.n inmm Apo tmmiic "hut-ch. St. Micimnc.i Rornan y"ath( iic (.1mmmm-ch was built in the Victorian Gothic style in 1868 on Water Street,but moved to Main Street in 1886 where it grew to include a parochial school,rectory, and convent.The existing complex has been substantially renovated in recent years. The ca. 1881 Shingle style St. Paul's Episcopal (.1mmmm-ch was the first to be constructed away from the established town centers. Located midway between the Old Center and Downtown areas, the church's congregation included many of the community's wealthy industrial owners and 74 Osgood Corridor Redevelopment Plan,2013. 124 Historic, Cultural, and Natural Resources / 125 quickly grew to include the French Memorial Building, Parish Hall, and Rectory. ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ H .M...� I,:.d E I..... N D C P E Heritage landscapes are defined as those special places created by human interaction with the natural environment that help define the character of a community and reflect its past. These landscapes are dynamic and evolving,depicting how the natural environment influenced the land use patterns of a community, reflecting the history of the community, and providing a sense of place. North Andover has a wealth of these landscapes which are central to its community character. The 2005 Massachusetts Heritage Landscape Inventory Program's North Andover Reconnaissance Report identified fifty-three heritage landscapes and eight priority heritage landscapes for further study.The sites suggested cover a wide spectrum of experiences and range in size and scale from indivudual properties to collections of farms to networks of scenic roadways. The Acre is located near the Scholfield Mill and is bounded by Ashland Street, Ferry Street, and the Merrimack River. The area is part of North Andover's early industrial history and includes buildings, structures, and objects from the early and mid-nineteenth century. Brooks School "arnpu Located on the banks of Lake Cochichewick, the campus inhabits the former Lakeview Farm estate of William A. Russell.A family summer estate and Holstein breeding farm,the site was converted into a preparatory boarding school in 1926 by the Rev.Endicott Peabody.The scenic property includes both historic landscapes and structures converted into school facilities,such as the ca. 1761 Daniel Foster House,the 1885 Queen Anne style William A. Russell House,and a ca. 1871 former stock barn. I I ixl oric Farnis dot North Andover's rural areas and contribute to both the visual landscape and historic character of the community. The Reconnaissance Report recognizes three farms for their contribution to North Andover's landscape. o The Barker Farm is the second-oldest farm continuously owned by the same family in New England. The 195-acre property was a dairy farm for many years but today only its corn fields are in active use.The picturesque agricultural landscape of Barker Farm stretches along Barker and Bradford Streets. o The Calzetta Farm on Johnson Street was purchased by the town in the mid-2000s.A portion of the site has since been used for the Sargent Elementary School and the rest remains open agricultural fields. o Boston Hill Farm on Rt. 114 is a 1,000-acre property with a Greek Revival farmhouse, many attached sheds, orchards and a market or farm stand.The remains of a saw mill are reported to be on the property as well. uuuuui� Dake "ochichewic:k One of North Andover's most picturesque assets and the source of its drinking water,the 564- acre Lake Cochichewick is in northeastern North Andover. Great Pond Road was laid out specifically to take advantage of the beautiful vistas across the lake and these heritage 125 Historic, Cultural, and Natural Resources / 126 landscapes are important to the character of the town. Within the watershed are Weir Hill, Osgood Hill(the Stevens Estate),Mazurenko Farm,Rea's Pond,Half Mile Hill,and Carter Hill. The town and local Friends groups maintain trails and walkways surrounding the Lake, in recent years providing additional access and vantage points. uuuuuu Scenic I on t The vistas of the farms, estates,hills,and waterways found along North Andover's many roads are heritage landscapes worthy of preservation.The topography of North Andover,particularly the many hilltops and the valleys through which the Cochichewick Brook flows, are viewed from these scenic roads as are many of the Georgian and Federal residences of its early history. IIIIIIIIIIII i �m��.ot](L I ut-ying Gw,mmt The Second Burying Grounds is located on Academy Road north of the Town Common and is a contributing element of the Old Center Historic District. The burying grounds is set back from the road and is defined by a prominent stone wall with granite coping running along the western edge. The entrance to the burying grounds is marked by two sets of granite posts set within the break in the distinctive stone wall. IIIIIIIIIIII Shawsheen ry�.'ivet- The Shawsheen River divides North Andover and Lawrence,flowing along the town's western edge into the Merrimack River. Although important to the history and development of the community and a potential resource for trails and open space opportunities, at present the river can only be viewed from a few vantage points and has no physical public access. uuuuuu Stevens Estate at Osgoo(l IIi:i:i. The 153-acre Stevens Estate was built for Moses Tyler Stevens and named Osgood Hill for Stevens' wife's family, the Osgoods, who had owned the land. Originally chosen for its view overlooking the Stevens Woolen Mills,the property retains its commanding views and element of surprise as one passes through the 1886 gatehouse and ascends the driveway to the ca. 1886 Romanesque Revival main house. Mature trees screen certain areas and add to the views of others. ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ In addition to its historic buildings and landscapes, North Andover is also visually enhanced by the historic structures found throughout the community. The Massachusetts Historical Commission's MACRIS database lists 26 historic structures in North Andover75 including the stone bridge over the Cochichewick Brook at Sutton's Mill and the Olmstead Brothers' designed Patriot's Memorial Park and George H. Simonds Estate, Broadfields, at 121 Great Pond Road.The list also includes two sets of less commonly found historic structures, both located in the Harold Parker State Forest. In the mid-1930s,the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC)built Stearns Pond, including its Causeway/Dam and Picnic Area, and Berry Pond, which has a Picnic Pavilion and a man-made beach area supported by historic stone retaining walls. Both the ponds and their man- 75 The MHC's MACRIS database also lists structures which were found to be non-contributing elements of otherwise historic properties including the 1970s-era swimming pool and ball court at the Stevens Estate and four I-495 ramps over the Shawsheen and Merrimack Rivers and Sutton Street that are included in a 1987 Statewide National Register review of historic bridges as being"Conditionally Not Eligible"for listing as they were less than fifty years old. 126 Historic, Cultural, and Natural Resources / 127 made elements are included in the town's list of Historic Structures. North Andover is expected to have many other historic structures yet to be formally identified and documented. For example, the many stone walls within the community, surviving mill spillways, dams, bridges, etc., are largely unrecorded. Often these features are taken for granted, but they give North Andover its unique features and are reminders of a past that should not be lost to time. These features can have a significant impact on the quality and character of the community, and should be recognized and protected. ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ SCEMC ROADS Many of North Andover's roadways retain their historic alignment and narrow width, winding through the landscape and providing scenic views over open fields and forested land.These scenic roads provide tangible reminders of the town's past, and many are lined by historic elements such as stone walls and early farmsteads. The North Andover Heritage Landscape Reconnaissance Report called out multiple roadways for their scenic viewscapes and historic character, including Academy Road,Andover Street,Barker Road, Osgood Street, Stevens Street, Great Pond Road the former mill area routes of Main Street,Water Street, Elm Street, and High Street, and the town's oldest street, Court Street. Adoption of a scenic roads bylaw was recommended in the 2005 Reconnaissance Report. The Reconnaissance Report also recommends that the town complete an inventory of each rural roadway with a description and photographs, that the town consider adoption a scenic overlay district or flexible zoning standards to protect significant views and create a no-disturb buffer on private properties adjacent to scenic roadways,and that policies and implementation standards be adopted for future road maintenance and reconstruction to preserve that the unique and rural character of North Andover's scenic roadways. ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 0 � HER RESOURCES H a ...U...O R a C O BJ E.CW...U... ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ Although North Andover is one of the oldest communities in the Commonwealth, its recognized historic objects all date from the mid-nineteenth and early twentieth century. The MACRIS database lists twenty-six historic objects within the community.Twenty of these resources can be found in the Ridgewood Cemetery and include family plots,monoliths,gravestones,markers, and memorial benches. First established in 1849 by many of North Andover's founding families, the still actively used Cemetery was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2016.At that time, the site was listed as having nineteen contributing historic objects, six historic structures, two historic sites and three historic buildings. The remaining six historic objects include two statues — the ca. 1956 Christ the Teacher statue at Merrimack College and the ca. 1916 statue of Philip Brooks in the Town Common.Two others are memorials dedicated to North Andover's veterans — the ca. 1913 North Andover Soldiers and Sailors Monument near the corner of Osgood and Main Streets and the ca. 1921 World War I Memorial in Patriot's Memorial Park. Lastly, two historic markers are recognized as historic objects. Installed in 1907 in recognition of the family's contributions to the community, the Kittredge Memorial is in the Town Common near the Charles Wilcox Blacksmith Shop Marker, installed more recently in 1974 to note the historic former resident. 12'7 Historic, Cultural, and Natural Resources / 128 MS"I"ORIC BURYING GROUNDS AND CEME"I"ERIES North Andover's historic Ridgewood Cemetery,also known as the Andover Cemetery,is the town's largest and most cohesively developed cemeteries. Established in 1849 by twenty-two of the community's leading families, the garden style cemetery was designed in the tradition of Mount Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge. In contrast to the historic burying grounds which are laid out for efficiency rather than design aesthetics, Ridgewood was laid out as a garden cemetery. It was designed by landscape architect Ernest W.Bowditch and crafted to have a tranquil,natural setting where visitors could both commemorate loved ones and linger to experience the art and nature on display. The third and final formal cemetery developing in North Andover, Ridgewood Cemetery has grown to encompass forty-six acres but remains privately owned. The two cemeteries which predated Ridgewood are the Not-th 111a1-ish But-ying Gwmn(ts, now known as the Old Burying Grounds,and the Secon(l But-ying Gwmn(ts of North Parish.Located on Academy Road at the top of the hill adjacent to the Town Common, the Old Burying Grounds was established by North Andover's first residents in 1642. It holds an excellent collection of 18th century gravestones made by well-known local Essex carvers and is believed to be the final resting place of Anne Bradstreet. One of most prominent poet and writers in the English colonies, Ann Bradstreet was the first Puritan, and first North American writer,to be published in 165o.The Old Burying Grounds were the town's only public cemetery until 1817, when the Second Burying Grounds was opened to the east on Academy Road. Although no historic survey information is available for the Second Burying Grounds, a recent Eagle Scout project catalogued 499 internments in the cemetery, with the most recent burial taking place in the 198os. Both burying grounds were historically owned by North Parish.]Today,the town owns the Old Burying Grounds and looks to the North Andover Historical Commission and Old Center Historic District for assistance in its protection and maintenance. The North Andover Historical Society partners with the Commission and North Parish to hold tours of the burying grounds and has developed a digitized record of the grave markers and burials. Both burying grounds are included within the Old Center Historic District. Many communities also have smaller family or neighborhood cemeteries for early residents who lived far from the town center.The Bem-y Fat-rn(_',ernetet-y in the southern half of North Andover on land that is now part of the new Berry Farm Apartment Complex, is the only such cemetery recorded in the community. With its first burial in 1783,the cemetery has a long history with the prominent farming families of early North Andover and remained in use until 1875.Although not a cemetery or burying grounds,the Seth Familiarn Gt-ave Site is located not far from the Berry Farm Cemetery,where the rest of his family is buried.At his death in 1800, Seth requested to be buried under a tree on the family farm and his gravesite remains there still. The site is now somewhat lost to the surrounding vegetation but its stone marker is still visible today. ARCHAEO� OG�CA� RESOURCES North Andover is believed to have been used as a seasonal hunting ground by Native Americans prior to its colonial settlement. Prehistoric sites are typically found near water sources and are common along the Shawsheen, Merrimack and upper Ipswich Rivers. Although no large-scale or town-wide archaeological survey has been undertaken in North Andover, it is reasonable to assume that the town has similar archaeological sites given its numerous waterways and ponds. Per the Massachusetts Historical Commission, there are known archaeological sites along Lake CochichewicVs current shoreline, and probably more along its original shoreline, which is now 128 Historic, Cultural, and Natural Resources / 129 flooded. 76 Archaeological sites are generally not made public due to concerns for their safety and security. Any significant archaeological sites identified in North Andover are included in the Massachusetts Historical Commission (MHC) Inventory of Archaeological Assets of the Commonwealth. This confidential inventory contains sensitive information and is not a public record as required under G.L. C.9, S. 26A(1). NATURAL RESOURCES North Andover's natural resources are as important to the unique character of the town as its historic, architectural, and archaeological ones. It is important that any measures to protect and preserve North Andover's history include provisions which also consider its historic landscapes and natural resourceS.77 ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ The glaciers of the last ice age indisputably impacted the natural landscape of North Andover as can be seen in the large oval-shaped hills,or drumlins,for which the town is notable.Drumlins are made of stones,boulders,clay,and other materials dropped by the glaciers as they moved past and result in North Andover's other distinctive glacier feature,the irregularly shaped bogs and swamps created when the drumlins disrupted the area's drainage patterns.One hill,Claypit Hill,is believed to be a kame, also glacier made but of different materials, which was later shaped by the environment into the form of a traditional drumlin.The southern half of North Andover is largely made up of ground moraine, a thin sheet of till over bedrock,which when combined with the bogs and swamps in the area, creates broad wetlands. Generally, the land of southern North Andover has significant development restrictions,which begins to explain why so little of it was developed during the first three centuries of the town. Only in recent years,with the increasing value of land in North Andover and the greater Boston area,has it become cost effective to consider building in North Andover's Out Country. North Andover has two major bedrock zones. The Merrimack belt along the northern portion of town, which consists of metamorphosed sandstone and siltstone, and the Nashoba Zone, which consists of Andover granite and Sharpners Pond Diorite. A major structural fault, the Clinton- Newbury fault, runs diagonally southwest to northeast through North Andover. The fault has not been significantly active for over 250 million years, but does have small quakes along its length from time to time. 76 North Andover Open Space and Recreation Plan,Section 4.6 Prehistoric Resources 77 Unless otherwise noted,all information in this section is taken from the North Andover Open Space and Recreation Plan 129 Historic, Cultural, and Natural Resources / 130 Oil.... North Andover includes four major associations of soils: uuuuuu Paxton-Woodbridge-Montauk Association soils are primarily found on hills and sloping uplands such as the highland over Lake Cochichewick and the watershed between the Ipswich and Shawsheen Rivers uuuuuu Canton-Charlton-Sutton Association soils are found on the tops and sides of low hills and are considered suitable for agriculture and residential development uuuuuu Charlton-Rock Outcrop-Medisaprists soils are found in the southern most areas of North Andover and are associated with wetlands uuuuuu Hickley-Windsor-Merrimac soils are found along the Shawsheen River,Merrimack River, and Mosquito Brook, drain well, and are suitable for agriculture and residential development ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ North Andover has two distinctive landscapes for which it is noted— its drumlin hilltops and its farmlands. The dozen drumlins spread out across the town have shaped its development over time. For many years, the lack of infrastructure and construction constraints protected these highpoints from development and made them available to the public for expansive views of Boston, Mount Monadnock, and the Merrimac and Nashoba Valleys. The town's first Open Space Plan called out these hilltops as distinctive historic resources, noting that the untouched hills gave the town an open appearance and contributed both to the skyline and very nature of North Andover. Since that time, many of North Andover's planning documents have called for the preservation and protection of the town's hills,although no formal action was ever taken.Of the eight prominent hills noted in the town's 1972 Comprehensive Plan,two are now completely developed and three are partially developed with some open space preserved as a result of the permitting process.Three remaining hills —Weir Hill, Osgood Hill, and Carter Hill — are now permanently protected open spaces. Farms have been a defining element of North Andover's landscape since the first days of the community.Only in the last fifty years has their prominence been reduced and the open landscapes filled in with residential development.Family farms are both historic and natural resources which are now endangered and quickly disappearing from North Andover. In 2016, North Andover had 929.98 acres of agricultural land in Chapter 61A, a 26% decrease from the amount under protection in 2000.78 Although this designation gives the town a right of first refusal when the property is sold,it does not guarantee the land's future preservation.To survive,creative solutions are necessary. Many surviving farm fields are now town owned and leased to area farmers, both reducing the pressure of rising land values on the farmer and protecting the open space in perpetuity for the public. At Smolak Farm, the working farm has been recreated as a tourist destination and event space. 78 North Andover Open Space and Recreation Plan,page 21. 130 Historic, Cultural, and Natural Resources / 131 ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ WA � ER RESOURCES The abundant water resources of North Andover are one of its defining characteristics and has led the development of the community since its earliest days. The proximity of major rivers and abundant streams,ponds,and the lake helped to create the industrialized center in the north,while the wetlands, swamps, and bogs of the south prohibited early development and preserved the natural landscape. Recent years have seen these traditional patterns shift abruptly, however, as land prices and high demand make even the most questionable areas susceptible to development and change. WA � ERSHEDS AND SURFACE WA � ERS North Andover is located at the juncture of three watersheds — the Merrimack River, the headwaters of the Ipswich River, and the headwaters of the Parker River. In general, south North Andover drains into the Ipswich River while the northern half drains into the Merrimack River, including its two sub-drainage areas,the Shawsheen River and Cochichewick Brook.As previously mentioned, these waterways played a key role in the development of North Andover.While their days of powering industry are long gone,their necessity to the community is now greater than ever. Lake Cochichewick,the town's largest body of water and sole source of drinking water,has its own regulated watershed area.The Lake Cochichewick watershed plan was developed after stormwater contamination was discovered in the Lake in 1986. Under the plan, changes were made to the town's zoning bylaw,board of health rules and regulations,and wetlands regulations to strengthen protections over the area, and the town took action to acquire open space within the watershed, manage street sweeping,and extend the sewage system.In 1999,a Watershed District was enacted with three zones that established the level of development allowed based on the site's proximity to the high-water mark of the Lake. This combination of actions has resulted in a healthy natural environment and safe drinking water supply.Today, approximately 30% of the watershed area is protected open space which is either owned by the town or has a conservation or agricultural preservation restriction over it.Two regional organizations—the Trustees of Reservations and the Essex County Greenbelt Association — also own land for conservation purposes within the watershed. ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ W N:...U..N.....AN DS AN D VE RNA[ P O O N..... North Andover's hilly terrain and wet valleys have created a landscape where wetlands are common features,particularly in the southern section of town.North Andover's wetlands serve as the headwaters of three significant local rivers — the Ipswich River, Parker River, and Cochichewick Brook. They contain a wide variety of environments including marshes, wet meadows, shrub swamps,wooded swamps,flood plain and bog communities. Understanding the importance of wetlands to the health of the watershed and the need to protect them from contamination and development,the town has worked diligently over the years through its Conservation Commission to monitor the health of these landscapes and enforce their protections. North Andover's Conservation Commission is responsible for overseeing and enforced both the Wetlands Protection Act and North Andover's own Wetlands Protection Bylaw and Regulations since they were passed in the 1970s.These regulations were further enhanced in 1991 with the passage of Comprehensive Wetlands Protection Regulations which require: o a 25 ft. No Disturbance Zone from the edge of a wetland area 131 Historic, Cultural, and Natural Resources / 132 o a 50 ft. No Build Zone from the edge of any wetland area o a 50 ft.No Disturbance Zone from the delineated edge of a vernal pool or pool habitat o a 75 ft.No Build Zone from the delineated edge of a vernal pool or pool habitat o a loo-ft.septic system setback from the delineated edge of a vernal pool or pool habitat The Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program's BioMap2 was completed in 2012 and identifies the core habitats of native biodiversities which are most in need of protection. The BioMap2 identified 16 wetland core habitats and 8 vernal pool core habitats in North Andover. In addition,local volunteers have located and confirmed one hundred certified vernal pools in North Andover.Nine of the vernal pools located in the Harold Parker State Forest have also been certified as containing state-listed species. ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ North Andover has no groundwater sources for its public water supply. Although the town is working with adjacent communities to ensure water supplies for emergency conditions, those communities also do not have groundwater sources. North Andover's location within the floodplain of the Merrimack and Shawsheen Rivers has long made it aware of the need to protect the flood storage capacity of its natural resources.In 1979 the town adopted floodplain zoning which restricts development within the flood plain. In addition, the town has worked to acquire parcels in the Shawsheen River and Merrimack River floodplains to both control flooding for loo-year storms and provide open space and recreation capacity at other times. ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ EG E...U...A...U...10 N ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ An area's vegetation defines how a location is experienced and used. North Andover's vegetation can be divided into five resource categories: IIIIIIIIIIIINon Fcwete(l Reo�uL.t""ces Old fields and meadows are typically non-forested resources, any area defined by the absence of trees.These locations are home to a diverse population of plants, animals and birds but are also some of the most vulnerable to invasive plant species infestations. Invasive plants can quickly take over these areas,killing native species in the process and ultimately changing the habitat and viewscape. ry � IIIIIIIIIIII �"Vl-e Reno l-c me Although about 53% of North Andover is forested, this figure includes treed residential suburbs and misrepresents the true extent of undeveloped forest area in North Andover.The town's remaining forests are primarily located in its southern section on lands that are either permanently protected or unbuildable. The BioMap2 program recognized the southeast section of the community as a Forest Core area of 2,352 acres which is believed to be the third largest in the ecoregion.A forest core area is defined here as the best examples of large,intact forests that are least impacted by roads and development, providing critical habitat for 132 Historic, Cultural, and Natural Resources / 133 numerous woodland species. In North Andover,these forested areas are typical young forests of Southern New England as no old growth trees remain in North Andover after two hundred years of agricultural development. While there are some older trees on individual properties throughout town, these are considered exceptions or "legacy trees." Participation in Chapter 61, which protects forested areas, is low in North Andover, with only 72.67 acres enrolled in 2016. These forests are threatened not only by possible development but also by introduced pests,infestations, and air pollution which are weakening and destroying native species. uuuuuu Public Shade Tt-e es Public shade trees are found in all areas of North Andover, at its municipal and public buildings, schools,parks, and cemeteries as well as in the right of ways of many streets.These trees contribute to the public streetscape and shape how the town and its facilities relate to the public. uuuuuu Agi-icultut�-al Land Less of North Andover is characterized by agricultural land today than in past years,but their contribution to the character of the town cannot be underestimated. Agricultural lands once dominated the natural landscape, and today still provide both local food and natural habitats for area wildlife. Today these lands are primarily used for hay and field crops and are both natural and historic resources to the community.Wel-land Vegetation North Andover's many wetlands include a wide range of vegetation ranging from small herbaceous plants to larger, woody species and trees. These habitats provide important food sources for hummingbirds and butterflies, and include many species of rushes, waterlilies, mosses, etc. depending on the character of their varied locations. RARE SPECIES: ENDANGERED, ..FI...ME. ..FE.NE.D, AND PECa I.... CONCERN ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ North Andover has fifteen rare vascular plant species that have been identified by the Massachusetts Natural Heritage & Endangered Species Program (NHESP). However, only six of these plants have been documented since 2000. The table below is taken from the 2016 Open Space and Recreation Plan and details the rare and endangered plant species of North Andover. 133 Historic, Cultural, and Natural Resources / 134 Scientific Name Common Name Status Most Recent Observed Aristida purpurascens Purple Needlegrass Threatened 2000 Betula nigra Watch List 2011 River Birch Botrychium oneidense Blunt-lobed Grape-fern Watch List 2008 Catamagrostis pickeringii 1880 Reed Bentgrass Endangered Cardamine bulbosa Spring-Cress Watch List 1900 Carex buxbaumii Buxvaum's Sedge Watch List 2010 Carex exilis Bog Sedge Watch List 2010 Carex typhina Cat-tail Sedge Threatened 1879 Celastrus scandens American Bittersweet Threatened 1885 Corema conradii Broom Crowberry Watch List 1866 Gentiana andrewsii Endangered 1916 Andrews'Bottle Gentian Liatris scariosa var.novae- New England Blazing Special 1884 angliae Star Concern Lipocarpha micrantha Dwarf Bulrush Threatened 1957 Nabalus serpentarius Lion's Foot Endangered 1936 Source:Division of Fisheries and Wildlife—Natural Heritage Endangered Species Program 134 Historic, Cultural, and Natural Resources / 135 The second table below lists the endangered vertebrate and invertebrate animal species in North Andover. III�IIIIIIIIIIII Ih�ill llllllll III IIIIIIII 111111 m�® III�IIMCI= m1111 II � �IIIIIII VIII IIIIIIIIII� �IIII � II Scientific Name Common Name Status Most Recent Observed Vertebrates Ambystoma Blue-spotted Special Concern 2004 Salamander Hemidactylium scutatum Four-toed Delisted 2002 Salamander Circus cyaneus Northern Harrier Threatened 1956 Clemmys Guttata Spotted Turtle Delisted 2000 Emydoidea blandingii Blanding's Turtle Threatened 2012 Notropis bifrenatus Bridle Shiner Special Concern 1962 Invertebrates Callophrys Hesseli Hessel's Hairstreak Special Concern 1989 (butterfly) Callophrys irus Frosted Elfin Special Concern 2005 (butterfly) Crangonyx aberrans Mystic Valley Delisted 1990 Amphipod Eubranchipus intricatus Intricate Fairy Special Concern 2010 Shrimp Euchlaena madusaria Sandplain Special Concern 2004 Euchlaena(moth) Somatachlora kennedyi Kennedy's Emerald Endangered 1973 (dragonfly) Somatochlora linearis Mocha Emerald Special Concern 1973 (dragonfly) Source: Division of Fisheries and Wildlife—Natural Heritage Endangered Species Program 135 Historic, Cultural, and Natural Resources / 136 HISTORIC AND NATURAL RESOURCE PLA I I.....00AI..... PRESI":RVA...I...ION CAPACI...I...Y North Andover has three local commissions dedicated to preserving the community's historic and cultural resources — the North Andover Historical Commission, the Old Center Historic District Commission, and the Machine Shop Village Neighborhood Conservation District Commission. In addition, the Conservation Commission oversees North Andover's natural resources. All four oversee the regulatory processes and procedures which protect the town's many historic and natural resources.At the same time,these commissions also work to educate and inform the public on the importance of these resources to the town's community character. The North Andover Historical Society, a local, private non-profit organization, also assists with this work, and owns and maintains several historic structures as well as the town's historical records. While these groups are entirely separate in their missions and daily work, their common goals and locations allow for overlap in programs and activities. Other town agencies involved in preservation activities include the North Andover Community Preservation Committee(CPC),which oversees distribution of the town's Community Preservation Fund for historic preservation projects, the Stevens Memorial Library Board of Trustees, which maintains the historic Stevens Library building and collections, and the North Andover Town Clerk's office, which is engaged in the preservation-based efforts of maintaining its historic documents and records.Additionally, the Trustees of Reservations are active in North Andover's historic preservation through their stewardship of Stevens-Coolidge Place, an elegant, early twentieth century agricultural estate and country home. The commission, friends groups, and non-profit organizations that work to protect the town's natural resources are also highly involved in protecting its open space, providing walking trails and supporting other recreational options for those spaces. To avoid repetition, these organizations are not detailed below but are listed in the Open Space and Recreation chapter which follows. 1`OWN COMMISSIONS ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ The volunteer-based Not-Ifs n(lo et-I listot-icni C.',orm-nission serves as the official municipal agency responsible for community-wide historic preservation planning and advocacy. The Commission's activities include overseeing the town's Demolition Delay Bylaw and working with the town and private homeowners to preserve and protect resources from demolition and development. The Historical Commission is an advisor to the town on all historic preservation issues, and has worked in recent years to preserve and restore the Old Burying Grounds. The Commission is also currently working with the Massachusetts Historical Commission to ensure that the Farnham Grave Site and Berry Farm Cemeteries are protected from new development in the area.The Commission works closely with the North Andover Historical Society in its programs and advocacy work. The Oi i "enUn- I Ii kwic I)i h-ict .',ornniiss ion I Iis responsible for the local historic district established under G.L. c.40, §8D surrounding the Town Common and the town's earliest community center.The primary work of the HDC is to review and approve changes to properties within the local historic district and to provide guidance to residents,municipal boards, and town 136 Historic, Cultural, and Natural Resources / 137 commissions working within the boundaries of the historic district to ensure that all any necessary changes are made in a manner that is appropriate to the period, character and design of the resource property and surrounding district. The Machine Shop Village Nc.iClhbcwho of .',o setwation Di ti-ic:t (_',orm-nission has a similar mandate in that they oversee the preservation of properties located within the Machine Shop Village Neighborhood Conservation District. Established by local bylaw, a neighborhood conservation district is similar to a local historic district but is less restrictive, allowing small scale changes to be at the owner's discretion while protecting the property from demolition or significant alterations which would alter or destroy the building's historic and/or architectural character. The Stevens Mernot-inl L lIE1t-nt-y is housed in its original ca. 1907 red brick Italianate Revival building and is a public institution charged with promoting the historical, social, and cultural development of the town.The library's Board of Trustees oversees the library,which has expanded to provide additional community space and services but has preserved the historic interior of its central rooms and distinctive exterior features. The Town Clem-k is responsible for maintaining the town's public records, which date back to North Andover's incorporation. I....OCAI Pita "FE NON PRFa.F ORGAN IT "Fa N ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ The of-th n(Io c.1-I Ii tottical Society.was established in 1913 as a privately supported,non- profit educational organization with a mission dedicated to preserving North Andover's local heritage.The Society owns and maintains three historic structures including the ca. 1789 Johnson Cottage,the ca. 1715 Parson Barnard House, and the ca. 1833 Hay Scales building. Located on the Town Common in the Samuel Dale Stevens Memorial Building, the Society has developed both children's and adult programs, interactive tours, lectures, workshops, exhibits, craft demonstrations,architectural walking tours,and publications to bring North Andover's historic to life for the community. The Society is also the keeper of the town's historic resource information and assists the North Parish with the maintenance and preservation of its early town records.The Society is supported by a full-time staff which includes an Executive Director, Curator for Archival and Research Materials, and a Collections Manager. ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ The h-ustees or Reset-vations is a statewide organization dedicated to protecting and preserving the places and landscapes which make Massachusetts unique. The Trustees own and operate over loo properties in the state, including three in North Andover — Stevens-Coolidge Place, Weir Hill, and the Ward Reservation on the Andover/North Andover border. The Trustees sites are open to the public on a regular basis with four miles of walking trails at Weir Hill, an interpreted historic house and gardens at Stevens-Coolidge Place, and ten miles of walking trails and access to the Bay Circuit trail from the Ward Reservation. North Andover is also a member of the Essex National IIet-itage yf-ea, a non-profit organization focused on preserving the unique character of Essex County and the thousands of historic, cultural, and natural places that define it.The area was established by act of Congress in 1996 and includes 34 communities and 500 square miles of Northeastern Massachusetts.The goal of the organization is to provide connections between these communities and develop programs and initiatives to support and highlight their historic resources and places. 137 Historic, Cultural, and Natural Resources / 138 LOCAL REGULATIONS, POLICIES, AND INITIATIVES North Andover has engaged in a variety of planning initiatives relating to historic preservation and the protection of its natural resources. In the town's previous master plan and open space and recreation plans, historic resources are highlighted and general goals and recommendations established to preserve the town's historic character. The town has not completed a municipal historic preservation plan, but other studies have established priorities for historic survey efforts and recommendations for historic district and neighborhood conservation district designations. In many instances,these recommendations remain relevant today. As noted in previous section, specific information on the regulations, policies, and initiatives to protect and preserve North Andover's natural resources are included in the Open Space and Recreation chapter that follows. I....IIS...I...ORIC RESOURCE. INVENTORY ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ Cultural resource inventory forms identify historic resources and provide basic information on the age, history and architectural significance of the buildings, structures, objects, and areas of significance to a community. They provide the foundation for all further preservation planning efforts, and many communities undertake historic resource surveys as the first step to further preservation initiatives. North Andover has 409 properties included in the MHC's Inventory of Historic and Archaeological Assets of the Commonwealth.79 However, this number can be misleading. Some of these resources include detailed information on a single property, while others are Area forms, which record numerous properties in a single neighborhood in less detail. A building or structure listed on an Individual Form may also be included in an Area Form,leading to the same property being counted more than once. A review of North Andover's existing inventory information on MACRIS shows that many of the forms are over thirty years old and are incomplete,leaving large holes in the information available about the current preservation needs of the community. Resources identified in North Andover's inventory date from 1662 to 2005.Paper inventory forms are located at the North Andover Historical Society and are available to view and download on the Massachusetts Historical Commission's searchable MACRIS online database at ..................................................... A review of the table below shows the town's inventory broken down by the two areas defined in MHC's MACRIS—North Andover and North Andover Center. 79 As recorded in the MHC's online MACRIS database 138 Historic, Cultural, and Natural Resources / 139 All Types 235 117 Areas 4 4 Buildings 217 8o Objects 2 23 Structures 12 7 Burying Grounds o 3 Source: MACRIS database as of August 22,2017 Additionally,the age of the resources in North Andover break down as follows: 1600-1699 3 1700-1799 24 1800-1899 133 1900-1999 85 2000-2017 1 No Date Listed 165 Source: MACRIS database as of August 22,2017 H IS"I...ORIC I....AND CAPE INVEN..I...ORY ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ In the mid-20006, the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) embarked on a project to inventory heritage landscapes in communities throughout the Commonwealth. The DCR worked with residents and officials to identify and prioritize heritage landscapes present in their community.80 In 2005, the North Andover Reconnaissance Report identified 53 heritage landscapes in North Andover under categories including Agriculture, Burial Grounds and Cemeteries, Institutional, Industrial, Natural Features, Open Space/Parks, Residential, and Transportation. Of the 53 heritage landscapes included in the plan, eight 80 MA Department of Conservation and Recreation, Massachusetts Heritage Landscape Inventory Program: North Andover Reconnaissance Report,2005. 139 Historic, Cultural, and Natural Resources / 140 resources are designated as priority heritage landscapes for preservation consideration. The priority heritage landscapes include The Acre,Brooks School Campus,Farms(Barker,Boston Hill, and Calzetta), Lake Cochichewick, Scenic Roads, Second Burying Grounds,the Shawsheen River, and the Steven Estate at Osgood Hill. For each heritage landscape, the report provided general preservation recommendations,many of which are still relevant today. NA"FlONAl.... REGIS"FE.R OF M S"FORIC PRE. E.R A"FION I....IS"FING The National Register of Historic Places is the official federal list of districts, sites, buildings, structures, and objects that are significant in America history, architecture, archaeology, engineering, and culture. North Andover has three National Register Historic District (North Andover Center, Machine Shop Village, and Tavern Acres), seven properties that are individually listed on the National Register, and five properties which are both individually listed on the National Register and included in the First Period Buildings of Eastern Massachusetts Thematic Resource Area. It is highly likely that many other areas in North Andover are eligible for listing in the National Register. However, neither the Massachusetts Historical Commission nor the Town of North Andover currently maintain a list of such properties. Name of Property Address Date Listed #of Resources Ridgewood Cemetery 177 Salem Street 2/8/2o16 30 922 Dale Street 922 Dale Street 3/9/1990 1 Carlson-Frie-Tucker House 140 Mill Road 3/9/1990 1 Col.John Osgood House 547 Osgood Street 3/9/1990 2 Timothy Johnson House 18-20 Stevens Street 3/9/1990 1 Samuel Frie House 92o Turnpike Street 3/9/1990 1 Kittredge Mansion and 12/12/76 2 Francis Kittredge Barn 56 Academy Road Abiel Stevens House 28o Salem Street 6/23/83 1 Osgood Hill — Moses Tyler 2/5/1999 9 Stevens 723 Osgood Street George Kunhardt Estate— 1518 Great Pond 4/22/1976 1 Campian Hall Road Parson Barnard House 79 Osgood Street 9/6/1974 1 Samuel Osgood House 440 Osgood Street 12/30/1974 1 Source: MACRIS database as of August 22,2017 140 Historic, Cultural, and Natural Resources / 141 The State Register of Historic Places is a compendium of all properties in Massachusetts that are afforded some level of preservation protection through historic designation. In North Andover, this includes all of the properties in the Old Center Historic District and the Machine Shop Village Neighborhood Conservation District, as well as those listed above on the National Register of Historic Places. In all,North Andover has 354 resources included on the State Register of Historic Places. CONVQNVQUNa..FY PRE. E.R "FaON CW...` ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ North Andover adopted the Community Preservation Act in 2001 with a 3% surcharge on local property taxes. These funds have allowed the town to do a great number of projects over the last fifteen years, including much needed restoration and stabilization work on town-owned historic structures including the Stevens Estate, Town Hall, Fire Station, and Stevens Memorial Library. CPA funds have also preserved historic records and recorded historic properties on the National Register of Historic Places. Below is a full list of the historic preservation projects funded to date by North Andover's Community Preservation Act funds. 141 Historic, Cultural, and Natural Resources / 142 Project Name Project Description Date Copper Gutters and Rainspouts 2002 Water Service and Sprinklers 2003 Fire Protection System 2004 Stevens Estate at Osgood Hill Gate House Restoration Phases 1 and 2 2005,2009 Plant House Restoration 2005 Restore Windows and Historic appearance 2007,2008 Master Plan for property 2011 Refurbish outside walls 2012 New Roof and Flashing 2013 Restoration of Stained Glass 2014 Restore Bathrooms and Stabilize Carriage House 2015 North Entry Restoration, Phase I and II 2003,2004 Stevens Memorial Library Restore roof and replace windows 2006 Roof Restoration 2016 Town Hall Renovation Project 2002 Town Common Historic Restoration Project 2003,2007,2010 Old Burying Grounds Restoration Project 2002 Historic Streetscape Improvements Master Plan 2004 and 2005 Machine Shop Village Historic District Grant Application for MassHighway funds 2oo6 Historic Signage and Streetscape improvements 2009 North Parish Church Steeple and Foundation Restoration 2004 Scholfield Mill Site Restoration 2003 Foundation, Interior and Exterior Restoration 2013 Old Center Preservation Project Preservation of Historic Open Space(joint project 2014 with OS funds) Old Police Court Restore Historic Jail for Senior Center 2oo8,2009 Grogan's Field Building Restore High School Athletic Building 2009 Hayscales Building Restoration Engineering Study and Exterior Restoration 2009,2010 Main Street Fire Station Restoration Restoration of Building 2006,2010,2011, 2015 Historic Records Preservation Project Preserve records to 1861 (Phases 1-5) 2004,2oo6, 2007,2009,2012 Restoration Phases 1 2'3'5 2009,2010, Ridgewood Cemetery 2015,2o16 National Register Application 2013 North Andover Historical Society 2011,2013 Master Planning Phase to restore structures Building Preservation Second Burying Grounds Restoration of Site 2013 Bradstreet School Memorial Preserve engraved stones and construct memorial 2015 Parson Barnard House and Barn 2016 Structural Renovations Repairs to the foundation and upper floors Sources:North Andover CPC Website and Community Preservation Coalition Website,August 22,2017 142 Historic, Cultural, and Natural Resources / 143 I::aRESERVAI...ION RES".I..RICW...I...ION A preservation restriction (PR), under M.G.L. c. 184, ss. 31-33, can be placed on both public and private resources. Similar to a conservation restriction for natural resources, a PR runs with the deed of a historic property and it is one of the strongest preservation tools available. Historic properties acquired with CPA funds and privately-owned resources supported by CPA funds are required to have a preservation restriction placed on them to ensure a public benefit. North Andover has nineteen resources on eight properties under preservation restrictions.Ten of these resources are on the Stevens Estate on Osgood Hill. Other properties include the George H. Simonds Estate (Broadfields), Phillips Manse, Samuel Osgood House, Parson Barnard House, North Parish Church, and Rev. Bailey Loring House and Farm. ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ I.....O CN REGUI....AHONS O N Dernolition Delay Bylaw North Andover's Demolition Delay Bylaw applies to any building not already located in a local historic district which is one hundred years or older. 81 The North Andover Historical Commission oversees this bylaw and has the authority to institute a one-year demolition delay on any building found to be historically significant. During the delay period, the Historical Commission works closely with the property owners to encourage the preservation and reuse of the building if possible. To date, the Demolition Delay process has been initiated twice. While demolition delay remains a powerful community tool, there are limits to its abilities. The most successful projects are ones where both sides use the delay period to work together towards a mutually beneficial goal. uuuuuu Local Ilix'tot-ic Disti-icts Act North Andover established its first and only local historic district under Chapter 40C in 1987 for the Old Center Historic District.82 Local historic districts are the strongest protections available to a community for preserving their historic structures and community character. In a local historic district, any change to the exterior of a structure that is visible from a public way must be reviewed and approved by a Local Historic District Commission.North Andover's Old Center District preserves and protects many of the communities most significant historic resources, and its presence has undoubtedly assisted in preserving the character of an area which would otherwise have been subject to redevelopment. The town has considered local historic districts in other areas such as the Tavern Acres district, but has not moved forward to create any further local historic districts at this time. uuuuuu Ic.ighlbot- oo( I_"onset nlion Di tt*icI In 2oo8, North Andover established the Machine Shop Village Neighborhood Conservation District to provide a means of preserving and protecting the former mill village area and the 8i General Bylaws of the Town of North Andover,Chapter 82 82 Ibid.,Chapter 125 143 Historic, Cultural, and Natural Resources / 144 industrial, commercial, and residential buildings that it contains.83 Unlike Local Historic Districts, which require approval for every exterior change, a Neighborhood Conservation District has no review over smaller changes, but steps in on projects involving major alterations or demolition.Considered by some to be a"light"version of a local historic district, it is a creative solution for protection areas where the restrictions of a local historic district may be overly burdensome or unnecessary. P R E.S E.R°d PA".F u N E.II...F U C PA".F u N A N II...F u N..re...E.R IP R E...F a°d E. A C..F a°d a..re...a E.S ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... North Andover's preservation community seeks to foster a greater appreciation of the town's heritage and historic assets through a variety of educational outreach initiatives. The North Andover Historical Commission defines education and outreach as two elements of their mission in the community, and their events and activities both at their historic sites and throughout the community work to achieve these goals.The North Andover Historical Commission partners with the Historical Society in this work whenever possible. The Machine Shop Village Neighborhood Conservation District Commission used CPA funding to develop and install a signage program to provide information on the development of their district. The Old Center Historic Districts Commission also works with the Historical Commission and Historical Society to promote the history of the town center and burying grounds. Both the Historic Districts Commission and the Historical Commission have expressed interest in expanding their education outreach efforts to encourage more appreciation of the town's history and historic artifacts. uuuuuu Docurnenta ion an( tai-otec1ion.or Ili: tot-ic an(I Natut-al etc. o ut-cpm, To protect its historic and natural resources,North Andover must first identify what resources are present. The town's historic resource inventory is out of date and incomplete. The town's preservation program would benefit from a concerted effort to develop and implement a plan for a community-wide survey of North Andover. Ensuring that these efforts include all resources types, eras of significance, and geographic locations is important. uuuuuu 1nct-c.nsing E( ucnlion an(I A nt-mess or I Ii:stot-ic.an(I Natut-al Rc.so ut-comm A common theme in talking with representatives of North Andover's Historic Districts and Commissions is the need to raise awareness in the community on the impacts of change on the town's historic character. Traffic, infrastructure, and modern technology are elements which can dramatically impact an historic neighborhood through incremental changes and it is important to educate the community about the history of an area and the importance of its elements before they are damaged or lost. Education programs sponsored by the Historical Society are a great resource in this area but more programs are needed to prevent the loss of resources. F adm. al a.a lb, h L rye Qiy A 1S.2EL11 ,I).dovfi Ctnd r;Ls Jr1rpQ IaDL���1aA��su�r��aAs� Education 83 Ibid.Chapter 134 144 Historic, Cultural, and Natural Resources / 145 programs that are targeted at protecting the drinking water supply would also benefit the town and residents. uuuuuu 1111-c m inn IIistol c Lan(Iscapes, View She an(I Scenic Roa(iway North Andover's winding roads,scenic hilltops and open expanses of water and fields are some of its most distinctive visual elements. Few protections are in place,however,to protect these resources from change. The 2005 North Andover Reconnaissance Report includes a list of recommended actions such as establishing a scenic roadways bylaw, developing access points to local waterways, and completing additional survey work to better understand the historic resources themselves. As development in North Andover continues to grow, it is important that these character-defining elements be identified and protected before they are lost. Including these resources when considering plans to protect and preserve the town's historic structures will ensure that the historic character of the community is preserved for the future. uuuuuu I'Tese ingNot-th An(to c.t-'s Key Watet-lbo( i es an( Views Despite the town's success in curbing further contamination of, and developing protections for, Lake Cochichewick and its watershed,it is anticipated that the lake views,open space,and larger lots in the area will continue to draw development to the watershed. Even during the recession of 2oo8-2013, land within the watershed was developed at a faster pace than land outside of the watershed, and the town must carefully monitor the water supply and its adjacent properties to ensure its protection in the future. uuuuuu Inct-easing Awat-eness or Lake (_.',ochichewic.k atet-s e( 1"t-otection Di ti-icl am Ilc. t Int-nclicc Along the same lines as noted above,preserving the character of North Andover's waterbodies and in particular,the quality of its water supply in Lake Cochichewick,can be assisted by better education on the goals of the watershed protection district and its "best practices" which include limiting fertilizer use, capturing runoff from roofs and driveways, creating rain gardens, and developing a buffer zone adjacent to water sources to prevent yard waste or other materials from entering the water.This work should also include town goals,such as updating the street sweeping and storm drain cleaning plans for the roads within the District and installing signage to make resident aware of the District's boundaries and the impact of their actions on water quality. (IIIIIIII IIIIIIII VIII III IIIIIIII (III IIIIIIII III„III IIII VIII IIIIIIII II I II 111111IIII�I VIII III IIIIIIII IIIIIII IIIIIIII �� X11111111111111 11111111111111111I�1111111iiiiiill VIII VIII 1111111111 ii1111111111111111111111111111 X1111 IIII II II�III��IIII 1111111 iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiim HISTORIC D NATURAL RESOURCES GOAL 1: COMPREHENSIVELY IDENTIFY, PRIORITIZE, AND PROTECT NORTH ANDOVER'S CHARACTER- DEFINING ARACT - D FI I G IST RIC AND NATURAL RESOURCES, INCLUDING UILDI S, STRUCTURES, DOCUMENTS, A TIFACTS, AREAS, LANDSCAPES, VIEWS, D SCENIC ROADWAYS. 145 Historic, Cultural, and Natural Resources / 146 uuuuuu Acquire or otherwise protect priority open space parcels from development as identified through the most current Open Space and Recreation Plan. uuuuuu Create a local Historic Preservation Master Plan to identify resources for stronger protection of historic resources, improvements to strengthen effectiveness of existing historic and neighborhood conservation districts, and protection of historic town records. uuuuuu Complete an Historic Structures Report for the Stevens Estate including outbuildings and landscapes, as well as possible reuse options. uuuuuu Develop a program for displaying North Andover's historical artifacts from the former Lowell American Textile History Museum. Artifacts could be loaned to the Town and displayed through rotating galleries at Town Hall,the Library, or other locations across town. HISTORIC AND NATURAL RESOURCES GOAL 2: RAISE COMMUNITY AWARENESS AND FOSTER S VAT1 Y CREATING TUJ ITI S FOR NORTHD V 'S YOUTH, FAMILI S, AND RESIDENTS OF ALL AGES TO EXPERIENCED LEARN UJT THE COMMUNITY'S IST RIC, CU LTU RAL, AND NATURAL ASSETS. uuuuuu Nurture and support an ongoing relationship between the Historical Society and school department, especially regarding the third-grade local history curriculum to create opportunities for local field trips,classroom guests,and other educational opportunities about local history. ...............Organize clean-up days for historic burial grounds and clean-up/community service days at the Historical Society properties. uuuuuu Q. evelo a l�l���oric.a�ad c,u�ltv.:nral a��aA.��ma�.��l.�a.��l��i l��ll l��t�s raA��m.wces aroiuid Nortli Andover. uuuuuu Use the community's historic spaces and resources as venues for community events and arts programs. uuuuuu Develop a partnership between the Town's historic sites, parks, and open spaces and its performing and visual arts programs. HISTORIC AND NATURAL RESOURCES GOAL : DEVELOP STRONGER CONNECTIONS TW THE HISTORICAL SOCIETY, T W GOVERNMENT, D LOCAL RESIDENTS BY SUPPORTING THE SOCIETY'S COMMUNITY STEWARDS I D EDUCATION PROGRAMS AND PUBLICIZING THEIR LE IN THE PRESERVATIONF NORTH ANDOVER'S PUBLIC HISTORY. uiiiiiii...............Partner with Trustees of Reservation and the Historical Society to expand the visibility of North Andover's publicly-accessible historic resources by coordinating events, holding joint house and facilities tours, and collaborating on joint programs and volunteer activities. 146 Historic, Cultural, and Natural Resources / 147 uiiiiiii......... Partner wiLl.1 cl.flttl.ral org 1 11 roffis like Windri.isli Farm Rollin Rid e and .... ................................................. ................anj z..a L J o i.]s a i]d i o................ Merrimack (I eg�� C) l Q 2i over resideMs, sf)eiely i;;;fi,, i of )istfiet. Geftws4e ft)f—a Histefie-sE b+kifigves ean-pkty--a eeenorn #4 Nof M A iN4(qveP-f+M Mfwhine Sh.ep Villcmye­ec i4W. hy g eenffwinky ,epffitien "Iwevep-!s and HISTORIC AND NATURAL RESOURCES GOAL 4: PROTECT THE QUALITY OF NATURAL RESOURCES INCLUDING NORTH ANDOVER'S HILLTOP TOPOGRAPHY, NATURAL LAN DSCAPES, INTACT ECOSYSTEMS, BIODIVERSITY, AND WATER QUALITY, ESPECIALLY LAKE COCHICHEWICK, THE COMMUNITY'S SOURCE OF DRINKING WATER. uuuuuu Establish a clear set of policies and procedures for communicating regularly with property owners enrolled in the state's three current-use Chapter 61 programs to enhance the possibility of permanent conservation solutions. uuuuuu Seek additional funding to preserve and maintain the Town's conservation lands and Lake Cochichewick by pursuing private funding sources, such as corporate partners, university research projects, or creating an open space improvement fund that developers can pay in to. 1,ake Cocliicliewick is a vital iiatural resource (md public,fixility,fi)r Nordi Mdover. "the lake provides drbikiin,I water, recrealioii arneiiiiies, (md a iiatural,leature to collect rimolTaIld support wildlife. 7he Waterslied Proleclioii District Ilial rq,lulates Me area aromid die lake liave iwl beeii updated sbice id)8n 7 (md sliould be reviewedfior relevaiicy. Addbioiial bilortnatioll oll Mal process is provided oii die proceediin,j Pffiges. 147 Watershed Protection District Overview Lake Cochichewick serves as North Andover's Map Showing the Existing Watershed Protection District sole source of drinking water.As such, the HAV'u:'' Town has made it a priority to protect the water r source usinga watershed protection district to: lxoowd "preserve the purity of the ground ANDOVER �J10,10 °�� U "".. 10 water, the lake and its tributaries, ';u ;� maintain the round water table, and n Y , e maintain filtration and purification of �' ' " °�u �'t �„ � MINVIYER • �N/ the land, while conserving the natural tt'4h 2 environment and protecting public , �z li iG health, safety and welfare". �j 1, Today, much of the land around the lake is used %� I' �����z for single-family residential and open sace/ �; i�� rx�4 recreation purposes, with a few pockets of institutional and commercial uses interspersed. {" �s 11�„� '° FtpA�'O RJ) p '�r f , Since 1987 when the first Watershed Plan was completed, substantial investments have . been made to connect properties across North k Andover to water and sanitary sewers to reduce , reliance on groundwater wells and septic i m � systems. Today,there are roughly 50 propertiesF r ' that remain on septic which is down from 396 in 1996. �r To ensure Lake Cochichewick continues to serve I� � F s, Y� N ,a ' as a high-quality water source for the Town,the ��� �'a° ' Irl��° f`�” Master Plan is recommending that an updated "� Watershed Plan be developed.This plan should build on the great work that has been done to date,but also look at new and innovative water protection measures that could be put in place to ensure responsible development and 01 pollution control into the future. Opportunities for Improvement While the Watershed Protection District hasioi "��' helped maintain high standards for surface and ground water in and around the Lake, there may be additional best practices and regulations the Town may wish to consider. Early action steps for the Town include: • Hire a consultant to update the 1987 Watershed Plan to review the boundaries of the Watershed Protection District,the permitting requirements and process, and recommendations for best practices and guidelines for protecting water quality in the district. Compare water quality results over the last 30 years to gauge the effectiveness of protective measures. • Review current Mass DEP regulations for water protection and ensure North Andover's bylaw meets or exceeds minimum standards. • Review the effectiveness and necessity of permits from the Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) and the Planning Board for large and small size projects in the non-disturbance buffer area(150 to 250 foot buffer from mean high water mark of the lake). • Update the existing Watershed Protection District regulations in the Zoning Bylaw to reflect the recommendations and implementation of an updated Watershed Plan. • Work with large land owners along the lake to consider conservation restrictions or use restrictions.These include the Brooks School,North Andover Country Club, Rolling Ridge, Edgewood, and more. • Deputize one department or staff member to oversee the protection of the lake and implement the recommendations of the updated Watershed Plan.The Town could also consider creating a Lake or Watershed Committee. Public Facilities and Services / 150 u������������������ IIIIIII��� ������������ IIIIIII uum �' � IIIIIII I IIIIIII eIIIII e IIIIIIIII IIII PURPOSE uuuuuu Describe the Town's municipal facilities and the services offered. uuuuuu Through discussions with staff, residents, and elected officials,identify potential shortfalls and needs over the next ten to fifteen years. uuuuuu Develop a set of recommendations to help the Town chart a path toward addressing future facility and service needs based on potential growth and change. CONNECTIONS T COMMUNITY PLANNING Town facilities and services are critical to the everyday lives of the people, businesses, and visitors of North Andover. Maintaining the facilities and providing essential services are core functions of town government. Understanding how the community may change over time and what needs may arise are essential to planning for shifts in services or future expenditures. The Town will need to respond to changes like servicing new development, changing demographics, infrastructure needs, demands on recreation fields, and shifts in the local economy. Understanding how the Town may change over time will allow staff and elected leaders to plan accordingly for how to address future needs. KEY RECOMMENDATIONS uuuuuu Continue to prioritize the update, repair, and renovation of the Town's public buildings and schools as needed. uuuuuu Provide appropriate facilities and services for an increasing aging population, including strengthening connections between the Council on Aging,the School Department, and the Youth Center to reach isolated seniors and expand the opportunities for inter-generational off-site programming (wellness, recreation and opportunities to socialize); especially for Young Energetic Senior(YES)population interested in fitness and wellness. uuuuuu Encourage the Youth Center to expand programming and,if necessary, space both on-and off-site. uuuuuu Make "green" or environmentally-friendly improvements to existing Town buildings where feasible, including the use of renewable energy sources such as solar. iso Public Facilities and Services / 151 uuuuuu Actively recruit volunteers that represent a greater gender, age and ethnic diversity. IIIIIII�IIIIIIIIIIII�IIIIIIIIII � III IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII�IIIIIII IIIIIIIIIIIIIII This chapter identifies and describes the public facilities and services that the Key Findings Town of North Andover provides to its The Town takes a systematic approach to maintaining residents and businesses. As the Town and updating its facilities. continues to develop and improve, The Town provides a wide range of services to its municipal services may need to change residents including full-time police and fire services, to reflect the needs of the community. street maintenance,curb-side solid waste and recycling Aging facilities will need to be replaced services, snow removal,and public water and sewage. and/or upgraded. Existing Town Town facilities include a newly renovated Town Hall, services will need to be adjusted and Police headquarters, new Central Fire Station and Fire Station 2, DPW facilities, a Senior Center, eight public adapted to meet various codes, changes schools, a Youth Center, public library and multiple in technology, and changes in available facilities for outdoor recreation. methods for increased efficiency. New The Town prides itself on providing efficient and cost- services and facilities may be needed to effective services. It recently achieved an AAA bond accommodate a growing elderly rating. population. These changes will impact The increase in the senior population will result in a the way in which services are provided, need for additional senior programming(an addition to the existing senior center or an expanded relocated the buildings which house them, as well one),transportation and senior housing. These needs as their capital needs. Ultimately,these are in the process of being addressed. changes may impact the Town budget Significant public facilities projects underway include as well. adding 16 Kindergarten classrooms to the Early Childhood Center (which will result in increasing The Town has been very deliberate and capacity at the elementary schools and decreasing class systematic about maintaining, size) and the North Andover Recreation Complex renovating, and replacing aging Project (that will result in creating a major multi- facilities and has been able to allocate generational and outdoor community center). funding to keep up with their current Facilities Plan.The quality of services is reportedly excellent and residents reportedly get a good value for their tax dollar. The Town Charter, enacted in 1986, provides for an Open Town Meeting, Board of Selectmen and Town Manager form of government. North Andover has one of the largest open Town Meetings in the State,with an average of approximately 500 people participating(over the last 10 years),yet they are able to complete all discussions and decision-making in one night. 151 Public Facilities and Services / 152 The most recent Facilities Master Plan for North Key Findings Andover was completed in 2012. Town-owned sites The facilities that will need attention next include: were assessed in order to • A new Senior Center on Sutton Street develop alternatives for • Renovation of Fire Station on Salem Street redeveloping or relocating • Schools Town departments and o Middle School: new science wing o Atkinson and Franklin need sprinklers facilities. The sites were o Once Kindergarten addition to Preschool is evaluated individually as well complete freeing up space at the elementary as collectively to determine schools, re-introduce dedicated spaces for how they could best meet the Library, Music and Art, and a Robotics Lab needs of municipal o Remove/replace portable classrooms departments and serve the • Develop a vision for maximizing potential at Stevens North Andover community. Estate The Plan recommended the • Garage and carport for Police Station following capital • Department of Public Works: improvement projects: o replace gas pumps and add canopy system at fueling station • Replacement of Old o DPW garage building envelope Police Station with Recreation new School o need more athletic fields o Stevens Pond needs upgrade in equipment Administration and expanded programming with related Building (complete) infrastructure (e.g. kayak rental) • New Gym at . Library has expansion needs; also needs parking Kittredge • Youth Center has expansion needs Elementary School (complete) • New Central Fire Station at Town-owned High School Site (complete) • Renovation of former Central Fire Station for Community and Economic Development Division along with renovation of Town Hall(complete) • Expansion of Senior Center(in process—new location approved) • New Kindergarten Classrooms (in process-design and construction funded) • Renovate DPW Garage and make site improvements (in process— construction) All but three of the recommendations have been completed.The addition of new Kindergarten classrooms is in process, as are the DPW expansion and improvements. IIII III�IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII I Illtll t IIII VIII IIIIIIIII Illsllll IIIIIIIIII�II III�IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII IIIIIIIII 1111111111�III��1111 '1111111111 VIII VIII (IIII VIII 111111111111111111111 (IIII Ilii As indicated in Table 22, the Town has a total of 214,659 square feet of municipal buildings and 731,750 square feet of school buildings for a total of 946, 409 square feet. This section describes those facilities as broken out into the following categories: 152 Public Facilities and Services / 153 uuuuuu Town Offices/Town Hall uuuuuu Schools uuuuuu Library uuuuuu Youth Center uuuuuu Recreational Facilities uuuuuu Senior Center uuuuuu Public Safety(Fire, Police, and Emergency Medical Service) uuuuuu DPW uuuuuu Water uuuuuu Sewer III ` l I SII 111111111111 MEN= Atkinson School 111 Phillips Brooks Road 45,200 Early Childhood Center 115 Phillips Brooks Road 13,000 Franklin School 2 Cypress Road 53,500 High School 430 Osgood Street 320,000 Kittredge School Sol Main Street 36,500 Middle School 495 Main Street 150,000 Annie L.Sargent School 300 Abbott Street 71,500 Thomson School 266 Waverly Road 42,00 School Administration Building 566 Main Street 7,500 Town Hall 120 Main Street 23,286 Senior Center 120 Main Street(rear of building) 7,400 Public Works Building 384 Osgood Street 27,000 Police Department 1475 Osgood Street 2o,673 Central Fire Station 795 Chickering 14,500 Fire Station#2 9 Salem Street 6,000 Stevens Memorial Library 345 Main Street 20,000 Youth Center 33 Johnson Street 15,300 Stevens Estate 723 Osgood Street 36,500 Water Treatment Plant 42o Great Pond Road 26,000 Schofield Mill(Thrift Shop) 172 Sutton Street 1,000 Stevens Pond Beach Pavilion Pleasant Street 1,000 Kindergarten classrooms(Fall 2ol8) 115 Phillips Brooks Road 23,900 153 Public Facilities and Services / 154 TOWN OFFICES I..OWN HAI I The renovation and expansion of the Town Hall building was completed in October of 2016. The result is a very aesthetically pleasing and better functioning building.The Senior Center is adjacent to the building and a municipal parking lot is located behind it. 154 Public Facilities and Services / 155 The Town Hall building accommodates the following departments: Administration and Finance ■ Accounting and Budgeting ■ Assessor ■ Human Resources ■ Information Technology ■ Tax Collector ■ Treasurer ■ Town Clerk uuuuuuManager/Board Town Mana er Board of Selectmen g • Licensing • Purchasing • Boards &Committees North Andover Town Hall interior uuuuuu Community and Economic Development ■ Conservation Department ■ Building Department ■ Health Department ■ Planning Department ■ Zoning Enforcement Department uuuuuu Community Services ■ Veterans Services uuuuuu Boards and Committees The Board of Selectmen and the Town Manager are the primary appointing authority for the Boards, Committees, and Commissions. Also,the Town Moderator is an elected position and is the actual appointing authority of the Finance Committee. Elder Services and the Senior Center are located in a building attached to the Town Hall. 155 Public Facilities and Services / 156 PUBLIC MEETING SPACES A variety of public meeting spaces are located in various facilities throughout the Town. Discussions with Town staff revealed availability of space is satisfactory. 15101 zdli� il� m �m 50 BOS Meeting Room Town Hall 8 Conference Room 1 10 Conference Room z Schools Each of the schools has space available for community use(cafeteria,auditorium,etc.) Police Headquarters zo Stevens Estate loo Function Room 75 3 meeting spaces,but usually not available for Library 50 non-library use. 15 School Administration Space has and/or has access to audio visual Building3o equipment. Senior Center 75 Space has and/or has access to audio visual equipment. Youth Center 15 Mostly used for Youth Center activities but also by the public at large when available. ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ COU U U NSI I...I..A ACCESS NSI 1:) MEDIA North Andover's community access television (NACAM)films most of the Board and Committee meetings and broadcasts them live. Links to the various recordings are available on the website84 ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ M UNICIP I..... PARKING 1.....0...I...S North Andover has one municipal parking lot located behind Town Hall.The lot primarily serves both staff and visitors going to the Senior Center and Town Hall. There are a total of 81 parking spaces available. SCHOOLS North Andover's schools are a critical public service and represent a significant percentage of the town's budget.North Andover's schools have a very good reputation,in fact many residents report moving to North Andover specifically for the schools. In addition to the quality of the education, North Andover also has free all day Kindergarten. 84 156 Public Facilities and Services / 157 North Andover has an Early Childhood Center(Pre-K),five elementary schools,one middle school, and one high school. The Middle School, Early Childhood Center and two elementary schools (Atkinson and Kitteridge)are located in what is referred to as the"school cluster,"on Main Street. Two other elementary schools—the Thomson(one-half mile)and Franklin(eight-tenths of a mile) — and the High School (on-half mile) are located in close proximity to the school cluster. Sargent School is the only school not located near the cluster,and is the newest school and is located further south and east of the school cluster.The School Administration is housed in a new building located on 566 Main Street within the school cluster area. Average class sizes are slightly above ideal standards,particularly in the elementary schools where the Department of Education typically recommends smaller class sizes: • Elementary schools: 23-24 students/classroom • Middle School: 28-29 students/classroom • High School: 21 students/classroom The school's population is slightly more diverse than that of the Town's overall population with 76.9% of students being White, 8.8% Hispanic and 8.1%Asian. Additionally, 8% of the students report that their First Language is Not English and 1.8% are English Language Learners. Other selected populations include 15.2% Students with Disabilities, 26.1%with High Needs, and 12.7% Economically Disadvantages students.Currently, 18%of students are eligible for a free or reduced lunch, but in two elementary schools close to 50% of the students are eligible.85 The Town has centralized its special needs resources so that those children with severe physical limitations are accommodated at the Sargent Elementary School. Children are brought here in small school vans with handicap accessibility. RAISE (Respect, Achievement, Inclusion, Service & For 15 years the schools have been Empathy)86 values are taught to students of all ages. promoting values through a "RAISE" As the community has become more diverse, teaching program: Respect, Achievement, these values has become even more important Inchision, Service & Empathy. relevant. Students are encouraged to be high achievers and productive citizens and to demonstrate RAISE values every day. Educators present the school children with opportunities for academic and social- emotional growth that build on the community values and beliefs. 85 Massachusetts Department of Education School District Profiles: 86 157 Public Facilities and Services / 158 11161 VIII ms ss �a Early Childhood 115 Phillips Plans to expand to Center Brooks Road Pre-K include all Grade K classrooms Atkinson 111 Phillips Replace portables Elementary Brooks Road Add classrooms K-5 549 17.0 to 1 Some renovations needed Needs sprinkler system Franklin z Cypress Replace portables Elementary Terrace Add classrooms Some renovations K-5 477 15.9 to 1 needed Needs sprinkler system Built in 1957 and has not been updated since Kittredge 601 Main Oldest school,in need of Elementary Street K-5 296 17.2 to 1 updating Replace portables Add classrooms Sargent Soo Abbott K-5 All physical special needs Elementary Street 552 15.4 to 1 students accommodated Can accommodate an additional 35 students Thomson 266 Waverly K-5 Elementary Road 362 14.9 to 1 Middle School 495 Main 6-8 Plans for a science wing Street 1,139 16.1 to 1 extension&renovation High School 430 Osgood 9-12 Completed in 2004 Street 1,391 16.o to 1 Can accommodate an additional loo students A study conducted in 2016 looked at the classroom and other needs of all the elementary schools and determined that future renovation work should focus on the following schools in the order in which they are listed: Franklin,Atkinson, and Kitteridge. 87 Massachusetts Department of Education School District Profiles 158 Public Facilities and Services / 159 ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ With the exception of Sargent School,which can accommodate an additional 35 students,the other four elementary schools are at capacity. Currently,there are an average of 23.5 students per class in the elementary schools. The School Department has set a goal to reduce this to 19.6 per classroom.This will be accomplished by relocating all the kindergarten classes to an addition being made to the Early Childhood Center where it is anticipated that the average Kindergarten class size will drop to 20. Relocating the kindergarten classes to the Early Childhood Center will also allow the Elementary Schools to reintroduce dedicated spaces for the Library,Music, and Art. As it stands today,the Middle School is reportedly currently over capacity,while the High School is under capacity and can accommodate an additional loo students. I...0...I...Al.... ENROI J M E.N...I... ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ Current (2016-2017) enrollment in the seven schools is 4,788 students in Grades PK-12. As is evidenced by Table 25, enrollment has increased slightly over the past decade. :PM4,54 2007-2008 2oo8-2009 4,604 2009-2010 4,614 2010-2011 4,638 2011-2012 4,687 2012-2013 4,765 2013-2014 4,800 2014-2015 4,799 2015-2016 4,714 2016-2017 4,788 Source: North Andover School Department, North Andover School District-Enrollment Projection Model ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ EAR[ Y CHll....N.:)HOOD EXPANDN aONDN P OJEO... After reviewing several scenarios88, the School Committee decided to address the relatively large 88 The architects explored 2 other options-1)adding additional classrooms at Kittredge,Atkinson and Franklin; and 2) adding a Kindergarten complex to Franklin. Other options that were suggested were building a 5th grade wing to the Middle School or building another elementary school. The kindergarten complex attached to the ECC was the most cost effective option and would require the least amount of time to complete. 159 Public Facilities and Services / 160 class sizes in the elementary schools by creating a kindergarten complex.This will be accomplished by clustering all kindergarten classes in an addition to the existing Early Childhood Center(ECC). The funds for this project will come from traditional borrowing ($2,175,000) and the use of reserves ($4,000,000). These reserves are the direct result of the Town's work to contain costs over the last 5 years.As a result,no town services will be adversely impacted and no tax Override (actually called a"Debt Exclusion"in this case)vote will be required to construct this new facility. The new addition will mean that the ECC will now accommodate students ages 3-6 (Pre-K-K). It is anticipated that the new kindergarten complex will be open for the start of school in September 2018.The goal is to maintain a class size of no more than 21. All kindergarten will be full day with before and after school programming available as well. One advantage of this option over other options is that it will not require redistricting. For first grade, students will attend their neighborhood schools. Classrooms will be balanced so that each group of children represents children from all 5 elementary schools. This way when children transition to first grade they will know some other children at their neighborhood school. PUBLIC SAFETY ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ FIRE. DE:PAP...I..IE:N...I... The Town is served by two fire stations. The Central Station,which was originally built at the turn of the previous century,was located on Main Street adjacent to Town Hall. As the town grew,the Johnson Street Station was constructed in 1971 to service the areas outside of downtown (Out Country). In 2015, a new Central Station was built and located at 795 Chickering Road. Even though both Fire Stations are within approximately one mile of one another,according to the Fire Chief they are well located in that they are able to stay within the industry standard response time of within 4-6 minutes. There is a small part of the Town, the "non-hydrant district," where mutual aid is required when there is a need for service. ° Station 2 is in need of more apparatus storage, an additional bay, a woman's bathroom, a gear room, and separate sleeping quarters. There is reportedly room for expansion on the Salem Street site, although the site poses a number of challenges. -E'22,1 f The Department would like another garage to store cars and other equipment. There are currently 2 ambulances in service. Most medical calls are to senior housing complexes as well as opiate overdoses; both have been slightly increasing. As the senior population continues to grow, there may be a need for a third ambulance.Currently the Department uses mutual aid with surrounding communities when a third ambulance is needed. 160 Public Facilities and Services / 161 "FAFF The Fire Department is staffed by the Chief, Deputy Chief, Fire Prevention lieutenant, eight line lieutenants,forty-four firefighter/EMTs, one Administrative assistant. APPARA.FU ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ The Department owns and maintains the following pieces of apparatus: Three staff/command vehicles,three Engines,one ladder,three ambulances,one forestry vehicle on order,and one utility vehicle pick-up. CAI....I....S FOR SERVICE ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ The graph below illustrates that there is no real trend with regard to the overall number of calls for service,however,Rescue and Emergency Medical Service calls are by far the largest in number and percentage of total number of calls. NORTH ANDOVER FIRE DEPARTMENT: CALLS FOR SERVICE (2012-2016) 5000 uuuuuuuuuuuuuu Fire 4500 ""'L.111 iirririoi/i°rr.............................................................. �mouuuuuuumuuuuuu1,Overpressure, n i 4000 . ......�����r �o°a��� _ Explosion numumumumoRescue&EMS 3500 m Hazardous Conditions 3000 Calls �iumumuimumumwmutmurmumuurm ?��e�e�a� 2500 X m Good Intent Calls 2000 1500 uuuuuuuuu1111111111111False Alarms 1000 Severe Weather 500 „� m uuuuuuuuu�,�,�,�»,mm m m mwri�r��/D/Urmt»uvmu��t �Other Incidents ir � ///!ter%/L�r%/L�s �I o NOTAL 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 Total Calls for service during the period between 1/01/2012 and 07/12/2017 was 22,597. Of these, the large majority were"Rescue and Emergency Medical Service" calls. 161 Public Facilities and Services / 162 II IIII III I III s False Alarms and False Calls 13.3% Fire 2.7% Good Intent Calls 3.6% Hazardous Conditions(No fire) 3.7% Other Types of Incidents 1.7% Overpressure, Ruptures, Explosion,ensuing fire) 0.1% Rescue&Emergency Medical Service 65.6% Service Calls 9.2% Severe Weather and Natural Disasters 0.1% ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ EMERGENCY IVBN.Da AI SEWCE The North Andover Fire Department is the designated Emergency Ambulance Service Provider for the Town of North Andover, responding to 4,127 fire rescue & emergency medical calls in 2016, with two state certified class 1 (transporting) ambulances, one stationed at each of the two fire stations — Central Station at 795 Chickering Road, and Station 2 at 9 Salem Street. Two Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technicians staff each of the ambulances. Since 2015, all three Engines and the Ladder truck are certified class 5 (non-transporting) ambulances. This designation allows the Firefighters/EMTs on these trucks to begin care of a patient with all the same equipment as the transporting ambulances, until one arrives. Currently there are fifty-five uniformed personnel on the Department and all are EMTs90. Since the mid-198os the fire department has charged for ambulance service. The Board of Selectmen sets the rates annually.Paramedic services are provided for a fee through the Lawrence General Hospital—Advanced Life Support Unit(ALS),which is dispatched according to protocol. UNIQUE CARE. Al....E.R...I.. RE.POR...I"ING YS"I...E.M ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ The Police and Fire Department provide an opportunity for people with special needs to register with the Departments so that first responders have information regarding the individual's special needs in advance of a crisis. This allows for a swift and educated response that can help in times of crisis, evacuations and other incidents requiring emergency response. 89 Fire Department Incidents from 1-1-2012 through 7-12-17,North Andover Fire Department. 90 Since 1983, it is a job requirement that new firefighters must attain and maintain their EMT certification. If they are promoted to Lieutenant,they may drop their certification.This certification is in Basic Life Support(BLS). 162 Public Facilities and Services / 163 Anyone who has a special need, health challenge or disability such as, but not limited to, Alzheimer's Disease, Autism, Seizure Disorder, Mobility or Cognitive Impairment, or other medical condition,who would like first responders like police, EMTs and fire department to know of their special needs are eligible for this service. Residents can register with the nurse at one of North Andover public schools or with the Police Department. ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ North Andover provides its residents with full-time police service. The Police Department Headquarters at 566 Main Street was originally built in 197o and was relocated to a new and larger renovated facility on Osgood Street in 2010. The facility is reportedly adequate with the exception of needing a garage and carport. The Police Department can accommodate 45 sworn personnel and currently has 41,but anticipate at least this many in the next academy in September.There are 9 communication officers full time, three part-time and three civilian personnel, administrative director, records clerk and chief's administrative assistant.The Police Department currently has twelve marked cars,four unmarked cars, and four undercover vehicles, one motorcycle as well as a Bicycle patrol. CAI....I....S FOR SERVICE ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ Calls for service reportedly fluctuate and peaked in 2014. They slightly decreased in the following year and have been relatively stable since. The numbers of crimes committed in general has been decreasing. More specifically larceny, breaking and entering, and domestic abuse have been steadily decreasing, while incidents of assault and battery have remained relatively stable91. The number of opiate overdoses has created a new set of challenges for police officers and has required them to obtain additional skill sets(akin to social workers). Additionally,it is anticipated that the new marijuana law when put into effect will affect the Department's workload. Information from the Town indicates that over the last five years or so there has been a decline in criminal activity in North Andover overall and especially in the categories of Larceny and Burglary, the two most common calls for the Police Department's service. The trend in decreasing crime is also evident when comparing calls for service between Januray and October in the years 2016 and 2017.92 91 North Andover Police Department 92 the data for 2017 was requested in October of 2017, so data from 2016 is provided only until October in this table so as to compare the same time period. 163 Public Facilities and Services / 164 NORTH ANDOVER POLICE: CALLS FOR SERVICE (2013-2016) 1400 1200 TOTAL 1000 Arson �0000001�ii000000i,motor Vehicle Theft 800 m0muLarceny .... .. .... .... ... � .... .... Burglary 600 �00,11,1111inAggravated Assault 400 . emigaaawRobbery p . �MlllllIIII rs)))3pkRape zoo .... .. .. .. .... :....... .... U� 11 �ilimHomicide 0 muuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuumlmlllmlllmlllmll 1111W1N1WI11111@I1IWI UI11111V1V1V1V1V1V�V6 � 2013 2014 2015 2o16 NORTH ANDOVER POLICE: CALLS FOR SERVICE (Jan. - Oct. M6 & 2017) 250 5 200 150 5 V ; 100dmm= i 2o16 r i 50 .... F �����zo1 0 0 0 a i uuu i aio 0 e P� �0 164 Public Facilities and Services / 165 I."E.CI....MOII....OGY The Police Department uses technology in a number of ways to make policing more effective and efficient. The electronic sending and receiving of information has made investigative police work more effective. Information can be sent to other agencies instantaneously which can help to solve cases quicker than before.And data can be transmitted to Officers on patrol to assist them during traffic stops. Additionally,residents can download forms that they would otherwise have to travel to the police department for. They can also schedule appointments or station tours via email or report problems in their neighborhood or somewhere else in Town that may not need immediate attention or use the email as a follow-up to a previous phone call. COMMUNITY SERVICES ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ S...I..EVENS MEMS:) ISNIBRARY North Andover's public library is located in an historic building at 345 Main Street that was constructed in 1907. Two wings were added to the building in 1969, and then in 1994 an 18,000- square foot extension was added to the building. The building is a total of 20,025 square feet on two floors and has a seating capacity of 125 patrons. There are two dedicated spaces, one for children and one for young adults.There are also three meeting spaces. Funding for the library comes from a variety of sources including: the Town Budget, State Aid, interest from Library Endowment Funds, and the Friends of the Steven Memorial Library. The Stevens Library is part of the regional inter-library loan network, the Merrimack Valley Library Consortium. STAFF ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ In 2016,the Library had 26 staff positions, 7 full-time and 19 part-time staff members as well as a number of volunteers. CIRCUI.... ,...I...ION ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ During FY `15 the Stevens Memorial Library circulated almost 215,000 items. They had over 21,00o registered borrowers. Inter-library loans, both borrowed and provided, totaled 59,140 in FY 2015, an increase of 10% since FY 2010. Actual visits to the Library have increased to over 185,00o annually with over 3300 visits per week, and the 3 meeting spaces were used by the Library,town officials,civic,social and cultural groups more than 675 times during that same year. The Library's collection continues to change according to technological advances and the patterns of patron borrowing. While the total number of holdings has increased significantly over the last ten years (from 119,603 in FY20o8 to 243,426 in FY2016), the number of books has decreased (from 105,658 in FY20o8 to 88,663 in FY2016). Simultaneously the number of e-books has increased significantly. (from O in FY20o8 to 142,240 in FY2o16)93. 93 from Stevens Memorial Library Strategic Plan(FY2o18-FY2022), page 12. 165 Public Facilities and Services / 166 PROGRAMS The library offers a wide range of programs for all ages. Program announcements are posted on the Library's website main page and Facebook account. Programs are also listed on the Library website Calendar of Events. A children's room provides a setting for programs and story-hours for younger patrons. The library is open seven days a week between Labor Day through Memorial Day; during the summer it is closed on weekends. The Library has three meeting spaces, the largest of which can accommodate 75 people. A children's craft room can accommodate 15 people and the local history room, 50. These are in constant use and are therefore,not available for non-library use. The national trend is that the public library is increasingly becoming more of a community center. The Stevens Memorial Library Strategic Plan (PY2O18 — FY2O22) recognizes the need to develop beyond traditional roles,incorporate technological changes,and respond to demographic changes. Additionally,there is a growing need for libraries to provide a free community resource for people to access information that is relevant to their lifestyle choices(e.g.health,finance,education). The changing role is evident in the changes in the way the library is used by the community (for example, fewer materials are circulated, but library visits, presumably for accessing information and attending programs has increased)evident in the table below. As the population has become more diverse a number of English language learners (primarily Chinese and Arabic-speaking grandmothers)use the library for their lessons.There are no foreign language collections,but these can be accessed through the regional borrowing system if desired. IIIIII�III,IIIIIIIIII� Number of Borrowers 28,568 17,604 22,018 Materials Circulated 218,273 227,893 208,326 Inter-Library Loans Received 21,967 35,038 37,837 Inter-Library Loans Provided 16,312 21,531 19,140 Information&Reference Transactions 24,549 29,318 24,841 Public Computer Usage 804 1,295 520 Library Visits 161,070 180,008 185,589 Programs Offered 396 427 420 Source: Massachusetts Collection,ARTS Report as cited in the Steven Memorial Library Strategic Plan FY2o18-FY2022 ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ The Library first provided Wi-Fi in 2005 and has upgraded its Internet access speed. The total number of personal computers has increased from 6 in FY2Oo8 to more than four times that many (27)in FY2O16.The Library continues to replace computer terminals as necessary and as funding permits and tries to keep technology as up-to-date as possible. 166 Public Facilities and Services / 167 The Library involved stakeholders (teens, seniors,book club members,parents of young children, etc.)in a series of focus groups to understand what patrons may expect from the institution in the future. Working with the Library staff and Library Trustees, the Strategic Plan developed the following six goals for the 21s'century library: uuuuuu Expand our patrons'access to global information resources,regardless of format. uuuuuu Collaborate with groups and organizations in our community and beyond to provide shared and enhanced services and programs. uuuuuu Promote and support lifelong learning regardless of age or interest. uuuuuu The Library will be a one-stop source to help direct patrons to needed information. uuuuuu Provide a welcoming,flexible physical space to support a wide range of activities. uuuuuu Be prepared to innovate and adapt to the changing needs of our community. The evolving expectations of residents regarding their library is also evident in their responses to a survey administered as part of the Strategic planning process. Two examples are: uuuuuu In response to the question "If the Library could do anything to improve your Library experience what would it be?," one third of the respondents replied: "More downloadable eBooks, audios,movies,music and magazines." uuuuuu When asked what the Library's priorities should be,most respondents chose options that involved programming,mainly supporting the school curriculum by providing homework help and other programs and building partnerships with the schools and others to expand the programming at the library. Many of the issues identified in the Library's FY20o6-FY2o10 Long Range Plan have been addressed,however,some such as the need for additional parking(reportedly patrons number one complaint is a lack of parking) and patrons' desire for additional small group study spaces have yet to be provided. There are currently 38 parking spaces and they are reportedly always full. There is no more land for expansion. The library is considering offering off-site programming at "satellite locations" such as the schools on Saturdays. Different kinds of spaces being considered include maker spaces and homework and tutor help centers. The library will expand its efforts to collaborate on programming with both the Council on Aging and the schools as one way of meeting the increase in demand. As the library relocates some of its book collection it will create space for a STEM program.As the library's role changes, staffing needs, especially the staff s skill sets,will also change.The expected trend is that the public service desk will be used more and more as a resource for a range of requests including questions regarding STEM, media, digital literacy, citizenship, etc. Reportedly, one of the library's biggest challenges is keeping up with technology. ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ The Council on Aging has five full-time salaried employees,including the Director. It is located at the Senior Center in a building adjacent to the Town Hall on Main Street. The Center opened in 1984. In 1997 the Town doubled the size of the facility by adding three function rooms and a commercial kitchen. The building also operates as an emergency shelter for the elderly. 16'7 Public Facilities and Services / 168 The Center operates weekdays from 8:30 to 4:30 PM and occasionally in the evenings. The mission of the Council on Aging is: "to advocate for older adults, to identify their needs, to meet their health, economic, social and cultural needs, to encourage maximum independence and to improve their quality of life." It fulfills its mission by providing a range of programs and services to the growing elderly population. These include crafts, exercise, educational events, health services and opportunities to socialize. Lunch is served daily at 11:45 AM. Currently there is a lack of space designated for specific programs that as programming increases, becomes problematic. Additionally, there is a lack of storage space and space for private conversation. An additional issue is the number of parking spaces is reportedly inadequate, but also the number of small accidents that occur in the parking lot is reportedly extremely frequent. As the senior population continues to grow,the Senior Center will need to expand both physically as well as in terms of programming. The senior population can be divided in a number of groups, each with different needs. These include the YES (Young Energetic Seniors), the older/frail individuals with healthcare needs and assistance with activities of daily living,the socially isolated, and those with dementia. The Senior Center currently tries to meet the needs of all the Town's seniors. It provides a wide range of programming including fitness, socializing and helps seniors access resources. Daily luncheons provide opportunities for socializing. Elder Service of Merrimack Valley provides Meals on Wheels(meals are heated in the kitchen at the Senior Center). The sheer number of seniors in the near future will result in the need for an expanded Senior Center at the newly designated location on Sutton Street, sharing space with the community at large may be more desirable in that it promotes more natural inter-generational interaction. Looking to the future,the baby boomer generation is not as interested in age-segregated activities and is more interested in fitness and socializing. Developing off-site activities (kayaking, biking, hiking)for active seniors may be another option for expansion of programming. The Council on Aging has considered establishing a memory cafe and may explore AARP dementia-friendly community designation in the future. There is a lack of "next step activities" and affordable housing for seniors (need to encourage through density/zoning). Currently there are a few complexes including: uuuuuu An Assisted Living step down complex with 134 units uuuuuu Edgewood Independent and Assisted Living is currently planning an expansion to include 40 Alzheimer's units uuuuuu Sutton Hill Center nursing home Para-transit transportation services are needed especially for medical visits. Currently, the following services are available to North Andover senior citizens: uuuuuu Some volunteers (from the Northern Essex Elder Transport (NEST) Program) currently provide some rides uuuuuu Senior center provides 2 vans that take elderly residents to the grocery store and on field trips uuuuuu The regional transit authority does NOT provide a RIDE-like program. The MVRTA provides service through the EZ Trans program.ADA EZ Trans services are provided to those persons with disabilities that meet the definition of eligibility as established under the Americans with 168 Public Facilities and Services / 169 Disabilities Act (ADA). This definition relates to the physical or cognitive impairments that prevent use of the MVRTAs fixed route bus system.All participants must be certified through the MVRTA Office of Special Services. This service is only available within the three-quarter mile corridor on each side of an MVRTA fixed bus route. YOUTH AND RECREATION SERVICES/YOUTH CENTER The Director of Youth and Recreation Services manages the Youth Center, coordinates all athletic fields, organizes concerts in the common, movies and oversees swimming in Stevens Pond. Programs are funded by using a combination of funds, donations and Town budget. The town includes funds for the Youth Center in the operating budget. Additionally,there is a revolving fund that receives monies through registration and membership fees. The Center also utilizes the services of a consulting firm to conduct fundraising to supplement these funds.The Youth Center building and Steven's Pond facilities are maintained by the Department of Public Works. ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ The Youth Center,which opened in the year 2000,replaced an historic white house and red barn in the historic district and the new building reflects this architectural heritage. The Center has a large gymnasium,computer room,game room,lounge area,multi-purpose room,fully operational kitchen, conference room, and weight room. The Youth Center is located on 4 acres. The grounds are comprised of a basketball court, street hockey rink,playground, softball multi-purpose field,beach volleyball,garden,passive recreation space and a parking lot for 75 cars. The Center is used 6 days a week and is located within walking distance of the Middle School,High School and 3 elementary schools. On Saturdays,it is open from 1:00—4:00 PM for 4th-6th graders and from 4:00— 8:0o PM for middle and high school students. The Center is used primarily by 6th-12th graders for recreation, socializing and academic counseling.The Middle school students reportedly see it more as a"clubhouse," dropping by and then finding something to do, while the high school students tend to come for a specific program/recreation, resulting in most middle school students spending more time at the Center. A large number of middle school students walk to the Youth Center directly after school. Membership numbers per year are steady at 580-640 per year. The Center consistently services over 3,00o elementary through college age residents each year. The programs are located both inside the building as well as off-site and are usually sold out. In 2016, the Center reached 95% capacity on all programs offered. The building is open 6 days a week with an average of 18o kids per day,that is, a minimum of 100-120 per day to a maximum of over 400 on the busiest days (in the summer). Membership is open to North Andover's middle and high school residents and allows them to visit the Youth Center after school Monday through Friday, and Saturdays from 4:00-8:0o PM. A membership is $loo for September 2016 through August 2017. Non-members can participate in specific programs for a fee.A wide range of programs include Step Up,Book Buddies, Comic Book Club and Gardening as well as a series of field trips. A 7-week Summer Playground program for grades K-8 and summer programs including basketball league, sailing, filmmaking and climbing 169 Public Facilities and Services / 170 adventures as well as several field trips for mountain biking,hiking among several other activities. A listing of the Youth Center's activities and events are posted on the Town website, disseminated by way of a newsletter and sending members emails with relevant information. The Youth Center is staffed by five full-time employees —the Director, an Assistant Director, and 3 Program Coordinators. Staffing is supplemented by hiring 20 high school and college students during the school year.Part-time seasonal hiring is based on programming and need and can reach up to loo high school and college students in the summer. The Director of Youth Services has a long-range facility plan for deferred maintenance and other facility needs.He has identified a need for additional space both for storage as well as for additional programming. There are plans to expand Arts and Music programming and not enough space to accommodate these. The Center plans to explore using space at the schools for expanded programming. If would be difficult to expand on-site. Storage needs (both for staff and student personal belongings) could be accommodated by a small addition to the back of the building (where some buildable land is located). ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ The Stevens Estate, an historic mansion constructed in 1886, is comprised of four structures and 153 surrounding acres, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It was bought by the Town in 1995 in order to preserve the vast majority of the 153-acre parcel as open land. It is used for weddings, baby showers, conferences, and other events. Reportedly over 50 weddings a year are held at the Estate. The Library also projects family movies under the tent during the summer months. The facility is managed by the Office of Community and Economic Development as an enterprise fund; however, certain maintenance costs are needed beyond the revenue generated by hosting events. Due to the age of the building and its historic nature mean that repairs and maintenance costs are relatively high. While some of the deferred maintenance is covered by revenue from events, the periodically seek Community Preservation Act (CPA) funds from the Town are periodically sought. Some of the bathrooms were recently renovated on the second floor. The Estate is comprised of four buildings: the main building (23,000 sq. ft.) where most of the capital improvements have been made, the Stable which is currently empty(but had been in use as a rental facility approximately 10 years ago and, has been mothballed to protect it, but needs renovating (and a purpose), the Gatehouse (vacant and not handicap accessible) and the Garage (Emergency Management) currently stores an emergency vehicle here. Only the Main House is currently in use.Winter access is one of the concerns cited for this reuse. Daily operations of and functions at the Estate are run by a full-time Director who reports to the Director of Community and Economic Development. Other staff include a part-time Events Manager, part-time bartending staff, part-time laborer to set-up/break down functions and some volunteers. DPW plows the driveway. The facility is served by public water, sewer, gas and electrical utilities. A Facilities Master Plan that includes an existing conditions report was prepared for the estate in 2012. There is a function room that was attached to the main house in the 196o and,while it lacks charm and any historical significance,it provides necessary space for the operations of the facility. Further,while profits were much higher when the kitchen at the main house was available for use, currently events are catered which reduces revenues accrued to the Town. In fact, in 2009 the 1'70 Public Facilities and Services / 171 Town issued a RFP to privatize the management of the Estate'function facility but there were no bidders reportedly due in large part to the inadequate kitchen. There are several reports that provide descriptions and cost estimates of needed repairs and maintenance for the main house and the other structures at the Estate. The Estate needs an overall vision to help determine its future use and resource allocation. The open space at the Estate is not formerly protected through any recorded instrument (e.g., conservation restriction). There has been some private interest expressed in the estate (e.g., boutique hotel), but no definitely commitments have been made.A Committee is expected to be formed to focus on the future of the Estate. ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ S � EVENS POND The Town Beach is located at Steven's Pond (522 Pleasant Street). The Pond is managed and maintained by the Director of Youth Services and Recreation who is in the process of developing a Long-Range Plan for the area. Reportedly there is a need for upgrading some of the equipment such as the diving raft and there is a desire among residents to introduce canoe and kayak rental on the pond. Stevens Pond is open seven days a week for nine weeks during the summer starting at the end of June. It is open every day from 9:3o AM to 7:00 PM with certified lifeguards on duty at all times. There is a gate attendant checking passes as it is for residents use only.A season family pass costs $75, while a daily pass costs $12. Swimming lessons are provided and reportedly it is one of the few places where residents from all parts of the Town gather and mingle. Stevens Pond also offers special events for families,and they plan to have programs around activities with nature as well as athletic programs.In the past,they have done sand castle contests,nature hikes,game day and tie- dye shirt day. ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ The North Andover Fields Committee oversees the athletic fields in Town. The Director of Youth Services directs their efforts, deals with permitting and works with youth groups and DPW to implement the North Andover Field Adoption program whereby youth groups are responsible to help cut grass, fertilize and otherwise maintain the fields. A Comprehensive Plan guides the maintenance of existing fields. In addition to the fields on the school grounds that are the responsibility of the School Department, the Town has 14 different playing fields. The North Andover Recreation Complex described below will help to fulfill some of the remaining need for playing fields. The Director of Youth Services and Recreation estimates that once the project is completed, there will be a need for 2 additional multipurpose fields. The High School is in the process of upgrading its turf fields(both upper and lower).DPW cuts the grass at the schools. ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ A multi-million multi-generational park is planned for the School Cluster. It is expected that the park will be completed over the next three (3)years and will include walking trails for the elderly, 1'71 Public Facilities and Services / 172 bocce, playing fields, an amphitheater for concerts, and facilities for nature classrooms. It is anticipated to be the largest Park of this type in the State. The Town owns the land, but uses are controlled by the School Department. Schematics are complete and it is estimated that $6-$lo million will be needed to completely transform the site. $boo, 000 was recently approved for the final design of the park. The Town recently completed a process involving the PTO's and other stakeholders to evaluate and rank all of the Town's 11 playgrounds. Improvements were prioritized and$100,00o has been committed for each of the 11 playgrounds. One of the playgrounds needed additional improvements so $200,00o has been allocated. Each of the playground improvement projects will also be supplemented by the PTO's private fundraising efforts. A total of$75,00o has been allocated to DPW for maintenance of all of the playgrounds. �r ,; r, �;".,�//off„.„„.„NN(A.. ..........:.:.,:;..r .r:,�a �„;,"'�„'%' 1 '.P' il�J;✓ na '%4 ! ;1%i' // qfw��, p61 r ,'^�' I � / r ' r ✓ �� / r �� rirr Y1.,, / ✓��lii 1 r� ,� r ry r����jr' rrn.� �'.� r 1 �l�r lr/r ,,. �1��!j �����J,. ��7��� r, tse,rviel S.ietw.vu 91 s.uir ^li ld✓aRy, J '" a � f //r�,�.:., n ,..7, k v;'<<,. ,/ i//%., f��f rr� .... < 11� 9PII11�11 'a:w� r irroc,r'%^8rdci /�/�'� � �6r' yrrxra9�h %tS r�rvzlAGtl rVtln�LwS l+I rnA� �, "� k./ /� ��fRr+Nrrr lrrrwe A �Il Ert fD lyi1h �„��- �9� Crri4 Br stall Crrrssud'tll,s „� � j ', Jl,� ., ������ 9Xpmtl'ssfPvrnsh adrr Ste 4 y r irat@m t Inn' /i/, ,r,"' by !✓ � R'-i' � r l / r M Rarusvrsr ai tt"sfPrstriant �trr m6 nheld" q �l rr r ,; Vkt Inratr I ak ain4 PI>}r ;r" �; a' r F� k r L P flBinnir atr.r / ,� P"r+kry bisp'Cxwp n.ls,tsp%imhr urrrr1 r &1 Ie arY �If r � . �dfi a / �� nwrekW lmr{n irrrt fra SNou rx � (/ /�%t;ti41h ql I A 1 e r i 17 nsi nzl rias rr"wGh nl /r�„ ! ri. d a Kgrerc;1:kh 11 c.v 1 'rVs rrt, a wn r/ j rnQai f7n+rt Pku�slrs Rx khp.�C.t;:a�nsd r` � � � F,xdfinel�, e�rxly 1 LeV libbc} I+t xrac, J Forrnallar una*va r. Ibt 47c 'il .rtii 343 6 ♦,rr hM, C•1 w VMUNI,Wttl a.,.t„„rr��k� r f ,��� ii r �%j nJyinn,rr.;wirt'��YNI 9cr ufa e�� +fl 4,r /� �"^rrw, B s,IrrB t>�1, ,.ry �rwd a d" I ((I .:..:�,% C:xct:tusYwr Trrbro fl.uiec At New w � F + i�G,r� / »'j/r aysPNaclu drdanCa sslar ,i�// M,5Dri1!"x,/ir rr �rrrrb / J �" '" nr�a w asadc 50107 tra41krnIA`Traffic Cvid'dO.IaC1411"N d..� M,rn� r,zbvt,v North Ylnrhrvrr;.Ma5sarYnrsms A Y N. ...........RAH ...��.....A,..��......pp....p....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... ...�...t- .... There are approximately 70 miles of trails in Town. In many cases,they are not connected and do not represent a cohesive system. The trailhead signs have recently been updated.There is a desire to prioritize making trail connections to the downtown. 1'72 Public Facilities and Services / 173 The trails are maintained by an all-volunteer group of residents called the Friends of North Andover Trails (FONAT). FONAT is a non-profit organization that does not receive any funding from the town. They have published an 84-page guidebook with maps and detailed town-owned trail descriptions, publish a quarterly email newsletter, and collect input via an on-line interactive map on their website. 94 ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ VN:...I..ERANS' SERVICES The Veterans' Services office is located in Town Hall on Main Street. This office offers assistance to veterans and their families in obtaining financial aid and claiming benefits from the federal Veterans'Administration.The department also arranges for special vehicle plate registrations for veterans, maintains veterans' graves and places markers and flags as relevant. The department also provides information regarding VA-insured housing loans, directs an emergency financial assistance program, and coordinates funerals. Veterans' Service is part of a regional district with Boxford and North Andover and services approximately 33 veterans some of whom are homeless and suffer from food insecurity issues. There is a mobile unit that delivers food from the Senior Center.There has also been an increase in substance abuse among the younger veterans and a need for affordable veterans'housing. The office provides services on a regular basis including many community visits. Additional storage is reportedly needed for storage for files and donations of household and other items.The Town is exploring potential scenarios to provide more efficient office space. PUBLIC SERVICES AND UTILITIES ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ DEPAP...I..MEN...I.. O PUNSN.....IC WORKS The Department of Public Works facility houses both administrative and field operations at 384 Osgood Street and has been there since 1976(prior to that it was located in Town Hall). In addition to traditional DPW duties,the Department also operates the Water Treatment Plant and oversees the management of the Youth Center. It also and shares responsibility (with the Youth Center Director)for electricity payment and maintenance for the Stevens Pond site and building. RESPONSI I:II I....II I II ES ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ The Department of Public Works provides the following services: uuuuuu Superintendent of Highways and Utilities is responsible for road maintenance, snow removal, grading,resurfacing, drainage, sweeping and fleet maintenance, sidewalk paving and repairs. uuuuuu Weekly solid waste collections. uuuuuu Recycling (since 1994) at the CYR Recycling Center. The Town was taking in recycling from other communities for a cost,but there was too much volume so now the facility only recycles 94 FONAT(Friends of North Andover Trails)website: http://www.fonat.org/newsletter 173 Public Facilities and Services / 174 North Andover residents' materials. The Town has begun a program of textile recycling in different colored bags. uuuuuu Drop off center for yard waste, oil, and white goods. uuuuuu Maintenance of fields. uuuuuu The Superintendent of Forestry, Trees and Grounds is responsible for all tress and the maintenance of municipal properties. Currently underway and expected to be completed by the fall of 2017 is the extension and renovation of the DPW Garage. Given the age of the existing garage, it is expected that on-going maintenance and repairs will be required as well as the need to address security issues(site is open with no access control)and the main fueling station for all the Town's vehicles located on the DPW site will need to have the gas pumps replaced and a canopy system added. Also, the fire alarm system is outdated, the and electrical lighting, power distribution, and insulation will need replacing. PA°d E.PVNE.N...I" P V NANP""lGE.PVNE.N...I" PR GRA 95 ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ DPW maintains an active Pavement Management Program that is outlined in a 5-year plan. The Town is currently working on an inventory of sidewalks with annual funding set aside for maintenance and repairs.Currently there is no plan for extending the sidewalk system. The Town has participated in Safe Routes to School program and as a result promotes a Share the Road campaign.There has not been any effort to date to obtain Complete Streets funding. ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ DPW is currently working on planting shade trees in specific locations. An incomplete inventory of such trees exists. I`EC�....�N G 1....GGY ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ North Andover residents may report needed repairs (e.g. to roads, sidewalks, etc.) by using a ReportIt system. Future challenges include the storage of documents and the filing of existing plans. ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ ...`E.R ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 95 Most recent CIP Submission of priorities (2015)that identifies funding sources to include Chapter go and local funds: �.; . 174 Public Facilities and Services / 175 North Andover has its own water supply, Lake Cochichewick around which there is a Watershed Protection District. The reservoir for the North Andover Water Division is located entirely in North Andover,with a small section of the associated water supply protection area extending into the town of Boxford. The Town's Water Treatment Plant constructed in 1991 is located on 420 Great Pond Road. It is staffed by 15 FTEs. Distribution system extensions are primarily carried out by developers, however,the Water Department is responsible for the maintenance of water mains and standpipes, locating and eliminating leaks, and replacing old or under-sized water mains. The Department spent$2 million in upgrades this year(2017). Almost all, 90-95% of residents and effectively all (99%) of commercial establishments are serviced by the town water. The few that not connected to the public water system have private wells and are primarily located in the "Out Country." The Water Department operates on an Enterprise funding system that covers all costs by charging user fees. The Town has not raised water rates in 6 consecutive years. There is significant surplus capacity in the system as indicated below. ii 1111 III ° IIIIIP 1116"° ° 1116"° 1116' 1116 m IIIIN m "'"m Capacity 10.3 MGD Usage 3.28 MGD U 1 U IR E 1::11 A IPS IPS 11='IR()V E M E IPS 1 The last time the Town extended piping was 12 years ago. There are no extensions in the 5-year plan;any extensions depend on developers who connect their buildings to the public system.There are some aging pipes that will need replacement in the future. Due to the relatively large number of replacements that have already taken place, the average age of the pipes is estimated at 35-40 years of age. See Table 29 for planned improvements. 175 Public Facilities and Services / 176 ��� III I,IIIIII I Ozone System $2,200,000 $2,200,000 Chemical Storage Tanks&Feed $225,000 $370,000 $420,00 $1,015,000 System 0 Valve&Hydrant Replacement $100,000 $100,000 $200,000 Water Main Replacement $500,000 $500,000 Water Distribution Truck $90,000 $90,000 Bradford Standpipe Mixer $150,000 $150,000 WTP Backwash Tank Extension $325,000 $1,400,000 $1,725,000 Sedimentation Basin $300,000 $750,000 Improvements $450,000 WTP Lab Renovations $50,000 $50,000 $100,000 WTP New Sludge Collection $18o,000 $18o,000 System Interconnections $100,000 $100,000 TOTAL $2,425,000 $i,o6o,000 $895,000 $2,i8o,000 $450,000 $7,010,000 Source: North Andover Sewer Department S"FORMWA"FEE ANAGE. E.N...I... ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ The Town is currently working on Stormwater Management issues, identifying what exists, assessing the condition of existing infrastructure and then determining what elements need to be replaced. SEWAGE ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ North Andover's public sewer system serves approximately 60-70% of the Town's residents (the remaining houses in the Out Country are on private septic systems). It is funded by charging user fees. That is, the users pay for all operating and capital costs associated with managing, maintaining,and further developing the system.The network of public sewers is divided into three sections: East Side,West Side and Central.The Town installed pumping stations and force mains in 1996 in order to expand beyond the areas served by gravity systems. Great Pond Road (Route 133) and other local roads run throughout the Zone A of Lake Cochichewick and its tributaries; there are numerous houses, of which some are on private septic systems; shoreline and boating access, and parking for recreational purposes; golf course and agriculture; underground storage tanks. If not managed properly these could be potential sources of contamination. 1'76 Public Facilities and Services / 177 North Andover is a member of the Greater Lawrence Sanitary District, a regional sanitary district (with the Towns of Andover, Lawrence, Methuen, Dracut and Salem, NH.). Because North Andover is the host community,it receives approximately$150,00o host community fee. User fees using an Enterprise funding system cover all costs.The Town has not raised sewage rates in 6 consecutive years. The last time the Town extended piping was 12 years ago. There are no extensions in the 5-year plan; any extensions depend on developers who connect their buildings to the public system. CAPACp..FY ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ Approximately 60-70%of residents and 90-95%of commercial establishments are serviced by the town sewer system.The system is at approximately 60%capacity(the system has a capacity of 52 MGD. North Andover's usage is 3.25 MGD). The construction of a septic system is prohibited in the Conservation, Non-Discharge and Non-Disturbance Zones located within the Watershed Protection District. Numerous sewer extension projects completed in the 199os and the early 20005 provided public sewer to residents in the Watershed area. The Watershed Protection District is currently nearly completely sewered with only a few exceptions. ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ The Department is working on using anaerobic digesters from food waste to generate power and increase energy efficiency. The following improvements are planned to the system. DPW plans to continue to make improvements to the system. There are some aging pipes that will need replacement in the future. Due to the relatively large number of replacements that have already taken place,the average age of the pipes is estimated at 35-40 years of age. Improvements to various Sewer $800,000 Pump Stations $100,000 $100,000 $100,000 $250,000 $250,000 Sewer Collection System $400,000 Improvements $100,000 $100,000 $100,000 $100,000 Osgood Street Sewer $300,000 Preliminary Design $300,000 $400,000 Sewer Truck $400,000 $1,900,000 TOTAL $100,000 $200,000 $200,000 $650,000 $750,000 Source: North Andover Regional Sewer Department 1'7'7 Public Facilities and Services / 178 Existing North Andover public sewage system mm 1 d s 4 ' 'W- � 111. A r, , � rj, i 77, t I FIGURE 7 TOWN Of RPRnj ANDOVER,NA"$ACRU5tr3 . SEWER SYSTEM SEWER SYSTEM OVCRW�Vv ,JLf✓ir�iF, ,, , K.AL IMMi 11 1'78 Public Facilities and Services / 179 If the Town continues to be proactive and systematic in its approach to maintaining and caring for its public facilities,it will continue to be in good shape providing high quality facilities and services to its residents. Some schools are near or at capacity. Even with the planned expansion of the Early Childhood Center(ECC) and the consolidation of all Kindergarten classes in the ECC,there is not much room for increased enrollments if class sizes are to remain at their desired numbers. Since affordable housing for seniors is needed, incentives could help to meet this need while avoiding additional impact to the school system. Additionally,some repairs,maintenance and repairs are required including: o Future renovation work on the elementary schools in the following order: Franklin,Atkinson, and Kitteridge o Middle School expansion/renovation needed: anew science wing maybe added. Fire and Police Services may need to shift and/or expand resources to meet the increasing needs of elder residents and those suffering from opiate addition/overdoses of all ages. Additionally, Fire Station 2 is in need of renovation. Increasing opiate addiction and evolving laws regarding the use,harvesting and sale of marijuana may impact police services. Library 1.Jbi.ai.,Jes...aiaA i s ies from a book la.n.dtta„ J11S �Ufflon Lo servu�x as commul�ai.. )ace for aAvaA�x s l�aAita a�ad laAa1~�x�rx . '1rllaA Noitl;n And��ye 1�9a°aiy� .....pao aAxa aA. sopa aped lna kaaAaApa a opa �pxunall aAvolvllpa � s rolaA aped fu..1fiction Jpx L ItaA aorrirri ni;l ovaAr timaA. 'Irl�aA 11Farar is also a cu.:nitv.:nral raAsov.:u�caA bl"in?J.D learning, laAadaA,islup, and iaAsJdenLs....of diffeienL back, rovnpads o aA lnaA,i As Ll,ie role of libraries coT1611o.ne.s, 12 dlwlgt,,Jl...WJll:ems" Wiles.... 1.....result in a shift in the allocation of resources and perhaps an increase in off-site programming to meet the various needs of all ages. Youth Services. The popularity of the Youth Center may result in a need to expand the existing facility and/or off-site programming. Increasing senior population will result in increased need for services and facilities for seniors, including: o Senior Center—new location on Sutton Street including off-site programming (including wellness,recreation and opportunities to socialize) o Transportation o Affordable and appropriate housing for elders,located in walkable areas o Additional assisted living units The Stevens Estate, currently underutilized, is in need of a vision so that it is sustainable in the future, so that it is revenue producing and so that it fulfills its full potential. Recreation. Existing plans to improve playgrounds, increase the number of athletic fields and the North Andover Recreation Complex are expected to reasonably meet the Town's 179 Public Facilities and Services / 180 recreational needs into the foreseeable future. Additional athletic fields may still be needed. The YES (Young Energetic Seniors) demographic may be interested in more active opportunities for recreation (off-site,that is,not at the Senior Center). o Additionally, due to the popularity of Stevens Pond,it will need future upgrades in equipment and expanded programming with related infrastructure (e.g.kayak rental) IIIIIIIII Department of Public Works. DPW will need, among other things, to repair the garage roof, control access to the site, and upgrade the fueling station. Necessary updates, repairs, and maintenance will be covered by the capital improvement plan. IIIIIIIII All of the underground infrastructure is aging (water, sewage, drainage) and will need upgrading and repairs. o Sewer and water systems both have surplus capacity, however expanding these systems or not could guide development to desired locations. o if there are areas in the watershed without access to public utilities,there it should be in the future plans to provide for utilities in those areas to prevent contamination. IIIIIIIII Participation in town government. There is a need for more gender, age and ethnic diversity on Town Boards and Committees. IIIIIIIII Wayfinding and branding. The Town's gateways are not at all distinctive and neighborhoods do not have defining features. It might be more aesthetically pleasing and people may identify more with the Town if wayfinding and other branding features were introduced at gateways into the Town as well as to help define neighborhood identities. IIIIIIIIIII IIIIIII VIII II 1111111 IIII IIIII�II III„III IIII VIII IIIIIII I I 1111111,,,, IIIII�II IIII III III lllllllsll 111111 IIIIIIIIIIIIII IIIIIIII IIIIIIII IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII IIIIIIIIIIIII 1111111 Ill��lllllllliiiiiill (IIII VIII ill�lllllll ill�llllllll IIIIIIIIIII VIII 1111111 IIIIIII IIII III I�IIIIIIII 1111111 PUBLIC FACILITIES AND SERVICES GOAL 1: CONTINUE TO PROVIDE A HIGH-QUALITY RANGE OF SERVICES AND PUBLIC UTILITIES, INCLUDING THE CONTINUED MODERNIZATI LACM T OF AGING FACT LITI ES. uuuuuu Continue to prioritize the update, repair, and renovation of the Town's public buildings and schools as needed. uuuuuu Support and/or expand resources to address the needs of residents of all ages suffering from ai.jj- . Lan aA... bi..ise and nraA� Lal health challengaA���� 180 Public Facilities and Services / 181 The opioi(J crisis has place(J pressu.res ori existirul pi.i.blic,,�ald�,Iy,,�ei-vice,,�throzighou.1. the regiori. It. is expecte(.1 that, existirul resozirces corairuie to bestrairie(.1 as lorul as the crisis corairuies. There inay be a riee(.]to(��rpari(Jfire arul police(Jeparlineril. resozirces, (Je,peri(Jirul ori hou) the local ireruls play ou.I.. uuuuuu Work with local internet and cell service providers to me an sigefia1-A,+'eftethru an [)i.Ahasl isk, �ppeFaiffg' eha i"ef-ne+vg,�—r-h( s Etnd-4he-!Tewn7')roacfiv seek oiA new LETIMOR access in North Andover and uuuuuu Complete the inventory of shade trees located throughout the Town in order to help identify locations where more might be needed. Sha(Je trees provi(Jesh ell,erfi-oin ihesu.ri, re(Ju.ce rioise, beau.i.fly, arulinhigal.e.finnes. 'Irees shozihl be selecte(.1 to be riative species that, tolerate North Arulover'S c1iinate ivell arul ft.wilhaie origoirul inairaeriarice ari(.]ivaterhu.7. uuuuuu Complete the Stormwater Management Plan and make improvements and replacements where necessary. uuuuuu Continue to upgrade and replace aging pipes for sewer and water systems,including evaluating possible expansion capabilities to residents that are not currently served by sewer and water infrastructure with a specific focus on protecting the drinking water supply. PUBLIC FACILITIES AND SERVICES GOAL 2: CARE FOR RESIDENTS OF ALL AGES INCLUDING PROVIDING OPPORTUNITIES FOR RECREATION AND COMMUNITY GATHERING FOR ALL AGE GROUPS. uuuuuu Provide appropriate facilities and services for an increasing aging population, including strengthening connections between the Council on Aging,the School Department,.I.....J b ra...I�y,...and ............ the Youth Center to reach isolated seniors and expand the opportunities for inter-generational off-site programming (wellness, recreation and opportunities to socialize); especially for Young Energetic Senior(YES)population interested in fitness and wellness. (�l',,�ei-vice,, ai,i(,�1,1�.i,cilil,ie, i,iee(,�le(,�il,o,,�ei-vel.hi,',,poT,)i.i.lat.ioi,i. A,,�baby.-booi7-iei-,,�a(.7e, l,heii- a(. iru ,�ocialiy iru erieratiorial act.ivil.ies,soine everibu. everils, arul offshe (Pol. at, the Seriior Ceraer)activities. SITerull.heribu.7 relatioriships betiveeri the Coziricil ori Agirul arul the School Deparoneril., Yozilh Ceraer arul Recreatiori Deparlineril will help to(,,,Jficieraly orgaruye inta.u.ally beri(�,,,ficial activities. Coriskler Ce,riler. A(J(Jil.iori ally, the Coziricil ori AOrulshozihl corairnie its to establish a "ineinory cale".1br (Jeineraia arul their care-takers; alsocorisi(Jer exploriri(.7 1.he AARP(Jeineri 1.ia.- fi-ierufly(Jesigriatiori iri thefi.a.u.re. uuuuuu Encourage the Youth Center to expand programming and,if necessary, space both on-and off- site. 181 Public Facilities and Services / 182 7be(In ter provides a series of all year around wholesome act,ivil.ies.1br Nort.h A rulovers youth. While the rnanber ofschool-aged children is riot.s expected to ii,ici-ea,,e,,�i�7i,i?,'Iicai,ii.ly over the next decade, the popularity cy'the pryparris at Me Youth Center has reportedly (.'ollaboi-al.ii,ia.7z,t)ilhol.hei- Toturift.wilities arul(Jeparlinents ray hey to nwke the provision of additional prog rains irove ej msible. For exainple, tisingschool bu.ihlings arullor the Senior Ceriler _�icienl. arulfi when these are riot usedjbr-their activities arul popnilation's. uuuuuu Prepare and implement a long-term maintenance plan for existing fields and, if needed, identify locations and types for additional athletic fields. With the coinpletion oft.he North Arulover Recreation Coinplex School Fiehis prject; Me Own will haverriel. inos'tof its nee(Js in terins ofal.h let,ic.fiehis, at. least.1bratuhile. 7'1,iepi-(rjecl, ,,thoi.i.l(,�ibepi-o�.7i-ai7-ii7-ie(,�iz,t)ilhai-ai,i�7e(xl'a�.7e groups (Ag. hicluding senior citherisl and hi addition to oppornmitiesJ61- physicaIjimess also support cultural activities insu.ch as inu.sic, "ar't in the parQ etc. 7be North Arulover Fiehis Coininilleeshou.h.]continue its qghtsto umrk with youth groups and DPVW to iinpleinent. the Coinprehensive Athletic Fiehis Plan to inaintain the existingfiehis. uuuuuu Look to expand programming at Stevens Pond, such as kayak, paddleboard, sailing lessons and rentals, and ice skating. uuuuuu Develop a vision for maximizing the potential of the Stevens Estate. uuuuuu The Stevens Estate is a unique property with currently underutilized potential. The Town needs to decide what the building and grounds could/should be used for and then to develop an action plan to achieve this. In the meantime,the Town needs to do its best to maintain the property so as to retain its value. uuuuuu Encourage the Library to provide needed additional programming in areas such as early literacy, digital literacy, citizenship, STEM, "homework help centers", and maker spaces whether on-site or at satellite locations. Libraries are under-going a charge in the role 1.hey play in coininu.nit.ies arul 1.her(1Jbre, irl 1.he resources arul 1../1 "° ofservices they provide. 7bey are increasingly being called uporl to serve all age groups ivith a ulde range c(materials arul prograinining iosupp)orl. inany(J?,'fly erent. interests; they arcm increasingly resembling a type cyconnnunhy center. The Library inay nee(.]a(.](Jil.ionall:ar k°ing. .......... .........5!ji.�,n)Ort th�eribra�rto b�ecoirne a�colrn�lrnul�lta and cIdtural hulk :19..i:tb.g iq..Yo and a :19 1 h It b [n, 1&Lih. m�ih!2iO mn:.t. fl. d its.......-.Q&its ir cWt r.fd fi. d Co. z 11. it�� X. rth And..Qn� . I. .....tbQ2,du_ttire stdU. . -.�I t Q. 11d.d.t.Q. ct./l should supj-)art-res-idents 182 Public Facilities and Services / 183 IQ!21j, g J'O i '07-Ination on.t i s such as hea h e I i at o , u crywel[teraciL crud travel to �2, . .. . . . ......... .....nj..................................................................................... ....C�....................................................................................it................. 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QCs like- t h e..........I I i S t 0 7 i C f!I S o a..At-V............C o It,I,I.cil o,,I ........................................................ cente7'tai de 1) 7 thcut S= 07-tS STEM lea- i i7 ............................................................................ �2 �.Yrocrc�un�.rnffi.���l-)-2 ............................................................................. ..... ...... ............. .actin..). . ttef uuuuuu Continue to support Veteran's Services so that they may provide needed services to veterans (including to a younger veterans). PUBLIC FACILITIES AND SERVICES GOAL 3: IMP ROVETHE ABILITY OF TOWN GOVERNMENT TO PROMOTE SUSTAINABILITY The Town should lead by example, increase awareness and provide support to residents and business owners to make environmentally-friendly decisions and choices. These should include: uuuuuu Make "green" or environmentally-friendly improvements to existing Town buildings where feasible, including the use of renewable energy sources such as solar. uuuuuu Provide educational materials to residents and commercial establishments with information regarding how they can take measures to protect the environment. Resi(JePIS 7nay Pol. be azvw-e ofthoices 7-ega7-(1i7R.7 laUJI 7nabliePaTice,stale P7'0(77,a7ns 7-ega7-(1i7R.7 z,t)eat.he7---T,)7-0(0i,7'1(.7 ofhfflnes 1.0 7-e(Juce ePe7%ly COPS1.177-1pliOP a7l(]ol.he7-such e7'1Vi7-07'17ne7'11.al 7nea,5117-es. C'077-17ne7-cial esl.ablish7nePIS couhl bePejilfi-0777 h'1167-77-lal.iffll 7-ega7%.1h](7su.sl.aftiable bllSiP ess P7-acl.icessu.ch as u.se Q/'7-ecyclable aal.eHals aP d P1.17-chash](7fi-077-1 veP(107-s that, hTlple7nePl. e7'lVi7-07'177-ie7'11.ally.,Ii-ie7'1(.�lly 7nea,5117-es. These 77-lay be local bUSiPesses all the TOUJI caP P7-ovi(Je COPI.act. h'1167-7naliffl,i a7ld P7-07nol.e COPPecl.ifflls a77707U.7st. a7-ea bUSiPesses. uuuuuu Provide recycling bins in the downtown area and in municipal buildings (e.g. Town Hall, Senior Center, schools, etc.). PUBLIC FACILITIES AND SERVICES GOAL 4: IMPROVE COMMUNICATION AND PARTICIPATION IN TOWN GOVERNMENT Tbfillly 7Y,,'fiecl. the C077-177-11.171hy, V011.171tee7-S Shouhl beu.e' 7'(?T)7,eseP1. the (Je77-1(77-aphics ofthe 7`0UJ15 populatiOP. Also, TOUJI gove7717nePls a7-em i7'1C7-eaSi7U.7ly beftlg aske(.] to cePlTalize h'1167-7naliffll 7-ega7-(1i7U.7 lip(Jaies 071 P7-ojecl.s a7l(l OP hou) 1.0 P7-0vi(Je iTIP111. a7l(l pw-licipaie ftl 1.01,I)TI gove7-PaPce. NOVi(JiTul this h'1167-7naliffll OP afi-equePlly up(Jaie(.]a7l(l(1yPaUdC zvebsite is aP hTIP07-laT11. obiective 1.07neel.. UShIg e7nail blasis a7l(l social 7ne(Jia 1.0 C07777771.17licate caP also help 1.0 hTIP7'ove access 1.0 h'1167-7naliffll. uuuuuu Actively recruit volunteers that represent a greater gender, age and ethnic diversity. 183 Public Facilities and Services / 184 uuuuuu Continue to provide information on-line and explore additional ways to use technology to communicate with residents and make the provision of services most efficient. 184 Implementation / 185 111111 ) uu um m 1111111' Planning for meaningful and impactful change consistent with the recommendations of the Master Plan is an evolving process where priorities and funding sources can shift over time. There will also be changes in staffing and the composition of boards and committees that will result in the loss of institutional knowledge related to the Master Plan. It is important that the Town establish a process for monitoring and evaluating progress on the implementation of the Master Plan, as well as adjusting Master Plan recommendations and implementation as priorities, funding, opportunities, and leadership change. Developing a community-wide Master Plan is often an easier process than implementing it.While the Master Plan lays the groundwork or road map for how the town would like to evolve over time, there must be stewards of the plan in the community who work to keep the ideas in the document alive and relevant. While the Planning Board is the official entity ultimately responsible for the adoption and oversight of the Master Plan, its implementation must be shared across many Boards, Commissions and Committees with the assistance of Town staff. To keep the plan active and relevant, North Andover should consider ways of building in regular updates and check-ins on the Plan. There are several ways this could happen either as separate tasks or a combination of the following suggested actions: uuuuuu Establish a Master Plan Implementation Committee separate from the Planning Board that would be responsible for advocating for the implementation of priority recommendations in the Master Plan. This committee would work closely with the Planning Board and the Board of Selectmen to prioritize Master Plan recommendations for implementation and funding,and serve as a liaison with other boards and committees in town that have a role to play in implementing the plan. The committee could also help advocate for funding and policy or regulatory changes at Town Meeting that would advance the goals of the Master Plan. The committee could also work with the Planning Board to ensure regular updates are made to the Master Plan every five to ten years. uuuuuu Establish a working group or subcommittee of the Planning Board if a Master Plan Implementation Committee is not feasible or desirable.The working group would consist of a subset of Planning Board members that would meet periodically throughout the year to track and adjust the Master Plan's implementation program. This group would also be responsible for liaising with other boards and committees in town to advocate for the inclusion of Master Plan goals and recommendations in their annual work plans. uuuuuu Encourage boards and committees, especially the Planning Board and Board of Selectmen,to adopt a process of reviewing and including Master Plan goals and recommendations into annual goal setting and work planning processes. 185 implementation Chapter / 186 uuuuuu Encourage the Planning Board to provide annual updates to Town Meeting about the implementation of the Master Plan.This should include progress on implementation, changes in prioritization, and any current or upcoming needs that may require Town Meeting action. Since many of the recommendations will need some action by Town Meeting, it is critical to keep the public informed. uuuuuu Establish a process for requesting department heads to incorporate appropriate Master Plan goals and recommendations into their annual work plans and funding requests. The implementation table shown below is based on the goals and recommendations of this Master Plan which were derived from data collection and analysis, interviews, and public input over the course of the project.The implementation table is arranged by Master Plan element and includes suggestions and estimates for an implementation time frame, generalized cost, and who in town may take the lead or support roles in initiating and completing recommendations. Typically, a Master Plan falls within a ten-year timeframe, but there are several recommendations that may take longer and require additional planning, community discussion, market shifts, or funding.As such, the timing of recommendations in North Andover's Master Plan is assigned in five-year increments over the course of fifteen years.The assignment of recommendations in the outer years of the Plan is not meant to indicate lower priority, but instead suggest these recommendations require time for funding, design, or additional community conversations. Within the implementation table there is a suggestion for who may be best suited to take responsibility for a specific recommendation and who may assist as a partner. While these are suggestions for leads and support, it is important to identify a responsible party to ensure there are assigned parties that can be held accountable for the Plans implementation. As Town government continues to evolve over time, it will be important to review these assignments periodically and adjust as needed. 186 DRAFT Implementation Program Related Local Government Local Government # Master Plan Element Strategy Elements Leadership Partners Timeframe Level of Effort Resources Required Review the Osgood Smart Growth Overlay District Land Use and update the Zoning Bylaw to ensure the district H,ED PB CED,TMM 1-5 years Moderate Budget($),Staff Time encourages the types of uses that are attractive in today's market and consistent with the direction of 1 this Master Plan. Create a new base zoning district for Downtown Land Use North Andover that is consistent with the goals of the None PB CED,TMM 1-5 years Moderate Budget($),Staff Time Master Plan and encourages and incentivizes 2 reinvestment Focus new development and zoning changes along Land Use H,ED PB CED 6-10 years Minimal Budget($),Staff Time key commercial corridors that may be more appropriate for higher-density mixed-use 3 development at key nodes or intersections. Review the current Zoning Bylaw and compare the Land Use current regulations to the desired vision and goals of ALL PB ZBA,CED 1-5 years Moderate Budget($),Staff Time the Master Plan.Ensure recommendations that can be tied back to zoning changes are identified, 4 prioritized,and completed. Related Elements Acronyms: LU-Land Use,H-Housing,ED-Economic Development,T-Transportation,FS-(Public)Facilities&Services,HCR-Historic,Cultural,Natural Resources,OS-Open Space and Recreation Leaders and Partners Acronyms: AHTF-Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board,BOS-Board of Selectmen,CC-Conservation Commission,CED-Community and Economic Development,COA-Council on Aging,CPC-Community Preservation Committee,FONAT-Friends of the North Andover Trails,HA-Housing Authority,MassDOT-Massachusetts Department of Transportation,META-Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority,MVRTA-Merrimack Valley Regional Transit Authority,PB-Planning Board,PW-Department of Public Works,TM-Town Manager,TMM-Town Meeting Members,ZBA-Zoning Board of Appeals. North Andover Master Plan 1 DRAFr Implementation Program Related Local Government Local Government # Master Plan Element Strategy Elements Leadership Partners Timeframe Level of Effort Resources Re wired Land Use Simplify and consolidate the number of zoning None PB CED 1-5 years Moderate Budget($),Staff Time districts in the Town's Zoning Bylaw,and update the 5 Town's Zoning Map to reflect these changes. Review existing lot size requirements and Land Use dimensional regulations for Residential Districts to H PB ZBA,CED 1-5 years Minimal Budget($),Staff Time determine if they are consistent with the vision and goals of the Master Plan and desires of North 6 Andover's residents. Land Use Undertake a series of area plans for key commercial H,ED,NR,OS PB CED,PW Ongoing Difficult Budget($),Staff Time and mixed-use nodes to establish desired visions and outcomes for each location and craft zoning to 7 implement those desired outcomes. Establish a lake and watershed oversight committee Land Use to undertake a thorough review of the Town's Water NR,OS PB PW,CC,ZBA 6-10 years Minimal Budget($),Staff Time Resource District Bylaw.Ensure the Bylaw is consistent with any applicable state guidelines and regulations,and determine if the Town wants to 8 exceed those guidelines. Related Elements Acronyms: LU-Land Use,H-Housing,ED-Economic Development,T-Transportation,FS-(Public)Facilities&Services,HCR-Historic,Cultural,Natural Resources,OS-Open Space and Recreation Leaders and Partners Acronyms: AHTF-Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board,BOS-Board of Selectmen,CC-Conservation Commission,CED-Community and Economic Development,COA-Council on Aging,CPC-Community Preservation Committee,FONAT-Friends of the North Andover Trails,HA-Housing Authority,MassDOT-Massachusetts Department of Transportation,META-Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority,MVRTA-Merrimack Valley Regional Transit Authority,PB-Planning Board,PW-Department of Public Works,TM-Town Manager,TMM-Town Meeting Members,ZBA-Zoning Board of Appeals. North Andover Master Plan 2 DRAFT Implementation Program Related Local Government Local Government # Master Plan Element Strategy Elements Leadership Partners Timeframe Level of Effort Resources Re wired Review the existing planned residential development zoning for applicability on remaining undeveloped Land Use parcels of land in town,and ensure the existing H,OS,NR PB ZBA,CED 1-5 years Minimal Budget($),Staff Time zoning will aid in accomplishing the preservation of open space on those parcels. 9 Review the recommendations from the Merrimack Housing Valley Regional Housing Plan for consistency with the None AHTF PB,CED,HA,COA 1-5 years Minimal Budget($),Staff Time Master Plan.Prioritize recommendations that 10 overlap both plans. Housing Update zoning to ensure that deed restricted LU PB AHTF 1-5 years Moderate Budget($),Staff Time affordable housing is provided as a component of 11 new market-rate residential development projects. Housing Determine the supply and demand for senior market- None CED AHTF,HA,COA 1-5 years Minimal Budget($),Staff Time rate and affordable housing and plan for housing to 12 meet the need. Related Elements Acronyms: LU-Land Use,H-Housing,ED-Economic Development,T-Transportation,FS-(Public)Facilities&Services,HCR-Historic,Cultural,Natural Resources,OS-Open Space and Recreation Leaders and Partners Acronyms: AHTF-Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board,BOS-Board of Selectmen,CC-Conservation Commission,CED-Community and Economic Development,COA-Council on Aging,CPC-Community Preservation Committee,FONAT-Friends of the North Andover Trails,HA-Housing Authority,MassDOT-Massachusetts Department of Transportation,META-Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority,MVRTA-Merrimack Valley Regional Transit Authority,PB-Planning Board,PW-Department of Public Works,TM-Town Manager,TMM-Town Meeting Members,ZBA-Zoning Board of Appeals. North Andover Master Plan 3 DRAFT Implementation Program Related Local Government Local Government # Master Plan Element Strategy Elements Leadership Partners Timeframe Level of Effort Resources Re wired Housing Identify financial and staff resources to facilitate the FS BOS TM,CED,AHTF 6-10 years Difficult Budget($$),Staff Time construction and/or preservation of affordable 13 housing in North Andover. Utilize CPA and Housing Trust funds to offset housing Housing costs for households at the lowest income brackets None AHTF BOS,TMM,CPC Ongoing Moderate Budget($$-$$$) (households up to 30 percent of Area Median 14 Income). Housing Continue to review the impact of new housing LU,FS,T CED,PW PB Ongoing Minimal Staff Time development on the Town's public infrastructure and 15 services. Housing Review and update the Town's Planned Residential OS,NR PB CED 1-5 years Minimal Budget($),Staff Time Development bylaw to encourage the clustering of homes on smaller lots,while still preserving open 16 space and views along roadways. Housing OS,NR PB CED 6-10 years Difficult Budget($),Staff Time Consider zoning changes to low-density residential 17 1 areas in Out Country to preserve more land. Related Elements Acronyms: LU-Land Use,H-Housing,ED-Economic Development,T-Transportation,FS-(Public)Facilities&Services,HCR-Historic,Cultural,Natural Resources,OS-Open Space and Recreation Leaders and Partners Acronyms: AHTF-Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board,BOS-Board of Selectmen,CC-Conservation Commission,CED-Community and Economic Development,COA-Council on Aging,CPC-Community Preservation Committee,FONAT-Friends of the North Andover Trails,HA-Housing Authority,MassDOT-Massachusetts Department of Transportation,META-Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority,MVRTA-Merrimack Valley Regional Transit Authority,PB-Planning Board,PW-Department of Public Works,TM-Town Manager,TMM-Town Meeting Members,ZBA-Zoning Board of Appeals. North Andover Master Plan 4 DRAFT Implementation Program Related Local Government Local Government # Master Plan Element Strategy Elements Leadership Partners Timeframe Level of Effort Resources Re wired Update the Town's Zoning Bylaw to promote a mix Housing LU PB CED,PW 6-10 years Difficult Budget($),Staff Time of uses in areas already served by public infrastructure such as downtown,Route 114,Route 18 125,and Sutton Street. Create an Accessory Dwelling Unit(ADU)bylaw that Housing LU PB ZBA,CED 1-5 years Moderate Budget($),Staff Time would allow small accessory residential units on 19 existing residential parcels. Focus business attraction efforts on opportunities Economic Development which are consistent with the character of the LU,H CED PB,ZBA 1-5 years Moderate Budget($),Staff Time community and which can be reasonably supported 20 lin appropriate locations within the Town Related Elements Acronyms: LU-Land Use,H-Housing,ED-Economic Development,T-Transportation,FS-(Public)Facilities&Services,HCR-Historic,Cultural,Natural Resources,OS-Open Space and Recreation Leaders and Partners Acronyms: AHTF-Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board,BOS-Board of Selectmen,CC-Conservation Commission,CED-Community and Economic Development,COA-Council on Aging,CPC-Community Preservation Committee,FONAT-Friends of the North Andover Trails,HA-Housing Authority,MassDOT-Massachusetts Department of Transportation,META-Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority,MVRTA-Merrimack Valley Regional Transit Authority,PB-Planning Board,PW-Department of Public Works,TM-Town Manager,TMM-Town Meeting Members,ZBA-Zoning Board of Appeals. North Andover Master Plan 5 DRAFT Implementation Program Related Local Government Local Government # Master Plan Element Strategy Elements Leadership Partners Timeframe Level of Effort Resources Re wired Ensure existing commercial and industrial land is not Economic Development converted to support only multi-family uses,but LU,H CED,PB ZBA 1-5 years Moderate Budget($),Staff Time instead a mix of uses promoting vibrant commercial 21 centers and corridors. Evaluate whether the creation of a quasi-public entity for economic development would offer the Economic Development Town increased flexibility to negotiate with potential CFSG CED,TM 1-5 years Moderate Budget($$),Staff Time new employers and to be more pro-active in creating economic development opportunities for the 22 community. Look for opportunities to enhance visitation to the Economic Development LU,T CED,TM 1-5 years Moderate Budget($),Staff Time downtown area through special events and activities 23 (such as the farmer's market). Invest in infrastructure and streetscaping to enhance the downtown area as a pedestrian friendly LU,HCR, Economic Development CED,PW ZBA,PB 6-10 years Difficult Budget($$$$),Staff Time economic hub.Discuss with existing property owners CSFG the possibility of zoning changes,facade improvement programs,infrastructure investments, 24 and changes in use. Related Elements Acronyms: LU-Land Use,H-Housing,ED-Economic Development,T-Transportation,FS-(Public)Facilities&Services,HCR-Historic,Cultural,Natural Resources,OS-Open Space and Recreation Leaders and Partners Acronyms: AHTF-Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board,BOS-Board of Selectmen,CC-Conservation Commission,CED-Community and Economic Development,COA-Council on Aging,CPC-Community Preservation Committee,FONAT-Friends of the Nort�Andover Trails,HA-Housing Authority,MassDOT-Massachusetts Department of Transportation,META-Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority,MVRTA-Merrimack Valley Regional Transit Authority,PB-Planning Board,PW-Department of Public Works,TM-Town Manager,TMM- Meeting Members,ZBA-Zoning Board of Appeals. North Andover Master Plan 6 DRAFT Implementation Program Related Local Government Local Government # Master Plan Element Strategy Elements Leadership Partners Timeframe Level of Effort Resources Re wired Economic Development Encourage the development of mixed-use buildings LU,H CED,PB ZBA 6-10 years Moderate Budget($$),Staff Time 25 which support both residential and commercial uses. Work with large land owners of economically- important properties in town to identify and attract Economic Development T,LU,H CED ZBA,PW Ongoing Difficult Budget($$),Staff Time a mix of uses for the redevelopment of those 26 properties Evaluate the uses of the Stevens Estate for additional commercial potential while maintaining OS,LU, Economic Development CED,TM ZBA,PB 1-5 years Moderate Budget($),Staff Time the historic value of the property and the HCR,FS 27 surrounding open space. Establish a business visitation and outreach program to solicit input from business owners and managers in terms of what the Town is doing right,what the Town Economic Development LU,T CED 1-5 years Moderate Budget($),Staff Time is doing wrong,and whether the business has plans to expand (or contract)in the Town or the larger 28 region. Related Elements Acronyms: LU-Land Use,H-Housing,ED-Economic Development,T-Transportation,FS-(Public)Facilities&Services,HCR-Historic,Cultural,Natural Resources,OS-Open Space and Recreation Leaders and Partners Acronyms: AHTF-Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board,BOS-Board of Selectmen,CC-Conservation Commission,CED-Community and Economic Development,COA-Council on Aging,CPC-Community Preservation Committee,FONAT-Friends of the North Andover Trails,HA-Housing Authority,MassDOT-Massachusetts Department of Transportation,META-Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority,MVRTA-Merrimack Valley Regional Transit Authority,PB-Planning Board,PW-Department of Public Works,TM-Town Manager,TMM-Town Meeting Members,ZBA-Zoning Board of Appeals. North Andover Master Plan 7 DRAFr Implementation Program Related Local Government Local Government # Master Plan Element Strategy Elements Leadership Partners Timeframe Level of Effort Resources Re wired Create an inventory database of available Economic Development commercial industrial development sites in the LU,T,H CED ZBA,PB 1-5 years Moderate Budget($),Staff Time community for marketing/economic development 29 purposes. In partnership with the City of Lawrence, evaluate the economic impacts of the Lawrence Municipal Economic Development LU,T CED PB 6-10 years Moderate Budget($),Staff Time Airport to determine options for maximizing 30 economic benefits to both communities. Evaluate sidewalk gaps and prioritize new Transportation sidewalks based on their ability to connect residents None PW BOS Ongoing Minimal Budget($),Staff Time to schools,activity centers,civic spaces,and 31 recreation and open spaces in town. Leverage the Town's sidewalk maintenance funds with Community Preservation Act-eligible projects to Transportation expand the amount of funding available to None CPC BOS,PW 1-5 years Minimal Budget($$),Staff Time improving connections to and from open space and 32 recreation areas. Knit together Out Country with the commercial and Transportation civic centers in the northern portion of town by None PW 6-10 years Difficult Budget($$$$),Staff Time improving signage,sidewalk and trail connections, 33 and bike facilities. Related Elements Acronyms: LU-Land Use,H-Housing,ED-Economic Development,T-Transportation,FS-(Public)Facilities&Services,HCR-Historic,Cultural,Natural Resources,OS-Open Space and Recreation Leaders and Partners Acronyms: AHTF-Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board,BOS-Board of Selectmen,CC-Conservation Commission,CED-Community and Economic Development,COA-Council on Aging,CPC-Community Preservation Committee,FONAT-Friends of the North Andover Trails,HA-Housing Authority,MassDOT-Massachusetts Department of Transportation,META-Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority,MVRTA-Merrimack Valley Regional Transit Authority,PB-Planning Board,PW-Department of Public Works,TM-Town Manager,TMM-Town Meeting Members,ZBA-Zoning Board of Appeals. North Andover Master Plan 8 DRAFT Implementation Program Related Local Government Local Government # Master Plan Element Strategy Elements Leadership Partners Timeframe Level of Effort Resources Re wired Adopt a Complete Streets Policy and apply to PWS PBS CC, Transportation MassDOT's Complete Streets Funding Program to None BOS MassDOT 1-5 years Minimal Staff Time secure funding for a Complete Streets Prioritization 34 Plan. Continue the practice of working with the Merrimack Transportation Valley Planning Commission and MassDOT to None PW School Dept,MVPC Ongoing Minimal Staff Time identify and fund Safe Routes to School 35 infrastructure improvements. Evaluate the feasibility of increasing crosswalk Transportation frequency and visibility on major travel corridors None PW MassDOT 1-5 years Moderate Budget($),Staff Time such as Route 114,Mass Ave,Route 125,and 36 Chickering Road. Work with FONAT to evaluate and prioritize off- Transportation OS PW FONAT 1-5 years Minimal Budget($),Staff Time street trail development,connections,and trail crossings to and through open spaces and recreation 37 lareas. Related Elements Acronyms: LU-Land Use,H-Housing,ED-Economic Development,T-Transportation,FS-(Public)Facilities&Services,HCR-Historic,Cultural,Natural Resources,OS-Open Space and Recreation Leaders and Partners Acronyms: AHTF-Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board,BOS-Board of Selectmen,CC-Conservation Commission,CED-Community and Economic Development,COA-Council on Aging,CPC-Community Preservation Committee,FONAT-Friends of the North Andover Trails,HA-Housing Authority,MassDOT-Massachusetts Department of Transportation,META-Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority,MVRTA-Merrimack Valley Regional Transit Authority,PB-Planning Board,PW-Department of Public Works,TM-Town Manager,TMM-Town Meeting Members,ZBA-Zoning Board of Appeals. North Andover Master Plan 9 DRAFr Implementation Program Related Local Government Local Government # Master Plan Element Strategy Elements Leadership Partners Timeframe Level of Effort Resources Re wired Couple sidewalk and crosswalk improvements with Transportation pNone PW 6-10 years Moderate Budget($$$),Staff Time pedestrian-scale lighting to increase visibility and 38 safety. Discourage traffic in residential neighborhoods using Transportation None PW 6-10 years Difficult Budget($$$$),Staff Time context-sensitive roadway design and traffic 39 calming solutions. Transportation Work with MassDOT to incorporate welcoming and None PW MassDOT 1 1-15 years Difficult Budget($$$),Staff Time beautification improvements to the anticipated 40 improvement project along Route 114. Evaluate safety and congestion improvements along key roadway corridors and intersection $$$$ evaluation is less than Transportation improvements to promote safer travel speeds, None PW MassDOT,Police Dept 6-10 years Difficult $1 00k,implementation improve safety at key intersections,and create a could be millions of dollars) safer and more connected sidewalk network.This should include conducting traffic counts on arterial 41 roadways to ensure data is recent and relevant. Related Elements Acronyms: LU-Land Use,H-Housing,ED-Economic Development,T-Transportation,FS-(Public)Facilities&Services,HCR-Historic,Cultural,Natural Resources,OS-Open Space and Recreation Leaders and Partners Acronyms: AHTF-Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board,BOS-Board of Selectmen,CC-Conservation Commission,CED-Community and Economic Development,COA-Council on Aging,CPC-Community Preservation Committee,FONAT-Friends of the North Andover Trails,HA-Housing Authority,MassDOT-Massachusetts Department of Transportation,META-Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority,MVRTA-Merrimack Valley Regional Transit Authority,PB-Planning Board,PW-Department of Public Works,TM-Town Manager,TMM-Town Meeting Members,ZBA-Zoning Board of Appeals. North Andover Master Plan 10 DRAFr Implementation Program Related Local Government Local Government # Master Plan Element Strategy Elements Leadership Partners Timeframe Level of Effort Resources Re wired $$$(evaluation is less than Evaluate the potential for including wider shoulders $1 00k,implementation Transportation on roadways to improve safety for cyclists where None PW 6-10 years Moderate could be several hundred dedicated bike lanes or multi-use pathways may not thousand) 42 be feasible. Develop stronger zoning language and incentives to Transportation LU PB CED,PW 1-5 years Minimal Budget($),Staff Time encourage shared access points,curb cut consolidation,and connected parking across 43 developed parcels. Work with MVPC to conduct a transportation corridor study for each of the entry points off 1-495 Transportation LU,H,ED PW CED,PB,BOS 6-10 years Moderate Budget($$),Staff Time into North Andover to create a coordinated transportation solution for access into town. 44 Pursue a more proactive approach to securing Transportation funding every five to seven years for local North None BOS PW,CED,TM Ongoing Minimal Staff Time Andover transportation projects through the Merrimack Valley Transportation Improvement 45 Program. Related Elements Acronyms: LU-Land Use,H-Housing,ED-Economic Development,T-Transportation,FS-(Public)Facilities&Services,HCR-Historic,Cultural,Natural Resources,OS-Open Space and Recreation Leaders and Partners Acronyms: AHTF-Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board,BOS-Board of Selectmen,CC-Conservation Commission,CED-Community and Economic Development,COA-Council on Aging,CPC-Community Preservation Committee,FONAT-Friends of the North Andover Trails,HA-Housing Authority,MassDOT-Massachusetts Department of Transportation,META-Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority,MVRTA-Merrimack Valley Regional Transit Authority,PB-Planning Board,PW-Department of Public Works,TM-Town Manager,TMM-Town Meeting Members,ZBA-Zoning Board of Appeals. North Andover Master Plan 11 DRAFr Implementation Program Related Local Government Local Government # Master Plan Element Strategy Elements Leadership Partners Timeframe Level of Effort Resources Re wired Transportation Extend high visibility crosswalks to additional None PW 1-5 years Moderate Budget($$) intersections and mid-block crossing locations along 46 Main Street and Water Street. Transportation Evaluate the possibility of changing on-street None PW CED,BOS 1-5 years Moderate Budget($),Staff Time parking configurations as a way to increase sidewalk widths,landscape buffers,or add on-street 47 bike facilities along parts of Main Street. Transportation Look for opportunities to construct curb bump-outs, None PW 6-10 years Moderate Budget($$$$) particularly for mid-block crossing locations along 48 Main Street. Hire a consultant to evaluate and recommend Transportation None PW BOS,CED 1-5 years Minimal Budget($),Staff Time possible streetscape improvements along Main 49 Street and Water Street. Transportation None PW BOS,CED Ongoing Difficult Budget($$$$),Staff Time Continue to plan for and implement undergrounding 50 of utilities in the Downtown area. Related Elements Acronyms: LU-Land Use,H-Housing,ED-Economic Development,T-Transportation,FS-(Public)Facilities&Services,HCR-Historic,Cultural,Natural Resources,OS-Open Space and Recreation Leaders and Partners Acronyms: AHTF-Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board,BOS-Board of Selectmen,CC-Conservation Commission,CED-Community and Economic Development,COA-Council on Aging,CPC-Community Preservation Committee,FONAT-Friends of the North Andover Trails,HA-Housing Authority,MassDOT-Massachusetts Department of Transportation,META-Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority,MVRTA-Merrimack Valley Regional Transit Authority,PB-Planning Board,PW-Department of Public Works,TM-Town Manager,TMM-Town Meeting Members,ZBA-Zoning Board of Appeals. North Andover Master Plan 12 DRAFr Implementation Program Related Local Government Local Government # Master Plan Element Strategy Elements Leadership Partners Timeframe Level of Effort Resources Re wired Transportation Evaluate the effectiveness of changing zoning along LU PB CED,PW 1-5 years Minimal Budget($),Staff Time Main Street to vary front setbacks to provide additional space for wider sidewalks,enhanced 51 landscaping,and pedestrian gathering spaces. Transportation Use consistent streetscape treatments and None PW BOS,PB 6-10 years Moderate Budget($$$-$$$$) wayfinding signage to connect Downtown with the Mill District to encourage walking,gathering, 52 shopping,and dining between both areas. Transportation Repair existing brick sidewalks in Downtown to None PW Ongoing Minimal Budget($$) 53 reduce tripping hazards and ice buildup. Transportation Review pedestrian ramps and building entrances for None PW 1-5 years Minimal Budget($$) universal accessibility and prioritize accessibility 54 improvements. Related Elements Acronyms: LU-Land Use,H-Housing,ED-Economic Development,T-Transportation,FS-(Public)Facilities&Services,HCR-Historic,Cultural,Natural Resources,OS-Open Space and Recreation Leaders and Partners Acronyms: AHTF-Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board,BOS-Board of Selectmen,CC-Conservation Commission,CED-Community and Economic Development,COA-Council on Aging,CPC-Community Preservation Committee,FONAT-Friends of the North Andover Trails,HA-Housing Authority,MassDOT-Massachusetts Department of Transportation,META-Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority,MVRTA-Merrimack Valley Regional Transit Authority,PB-Planning Board,PW-Department of Public Works,TM-Town Manager,TMM-Town Meeting Members,ZBA-Zoning Board of Appeals. North Andover Master Plan 13 DRAFT Implementation Program Related Local Government Local Government # Master Plan Element Strategy Elements Leadership Partners Timeframe Level of Effort Resources Re wired Transportation Explore innovative ways to increase transportation FS COA BOS 1-5 years Moderate Budget($$$),Staff Time 55 services for seniors. Transportation Continue to push for a new MBTA commuter rail None BOS PB,CED,MBTA 11-15 years Difficult Budget($$$$) station at the Osgood Landing site if and when a redevelopment proposal is in place that matches the 56 communities vision and goals for the site. Transportation Improve MVRTA circulator routes and frequency of FS CED MVRTA,BOS 6-10 years Difficult Budget($$$) 57 those routes as a way to increase ridership. Transportation Evaluate potential ridership and cost impacts of None CED MVRTA,BOS 1-5 years Moderate Budget($$),Staff Time adding a second (later)departure time for 58 commuter buses to Boston. Related Elements Acronyms: LU-Land Use,H-Housing,ED-Economic Development,T-Transportation,FS-(Public)Facilities&Services,HCR-Historic,Cultural,Natural Resources,OS-Open Space and Recreation Leaders and Partners Acronyms: AHTF-Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board,BOS-Board of Selectmen,CC-Conservation Commission,CED-Community and Economic Development,COA-Council on Aging,CPC-Community Preservation Committee,FONAT-Friends of the North Andover Trails,HA-Housing Authority,MassDOT-Massachusetts Department of Transportation,META-Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority,MVRTA-Merrimack Valley Regional Transit Authority,PB-Planning Board,PW-Department of Public Works,TM-Town Manager,TMM-Town Meeting Members,ZBA-Zoning Board of Appeals. North Andover Master Plan 14 DRAFT Implementation Program Related Local Government Local Government # Master Plan Element Strategy Elements Leadership Partners Timeframe Level of Effort Resources Re wired Work closely with FONAT to design and install a wayfinding system for North Andover's publicly- Open Space and Recreation PF,T CC CD 1-5 years Minimal Budget($),Staff Time accessible conservation areas.Develop online itineraries,maps,and suggested routes that promote 59 interactions with nature. Create an Open Space and Conservation Committee Open Space and Recreation supported by planning staff with HCR CC,BOS CD 1-5 years Minimal Staff Time education/outreach as one responsibility.Include membership seats for FONAT and representation 60 from other organizations,as appropriate. Investigate establishing public recreational access to Open Space and Recreation the Merrimack River via the Shawsheen River trail HCR,FS PW CD 6-10 years Moderate Budget($$$) 61 and boat ramp Consider how the Town can best make use of the Open Space and Recreation Merrimack River's close proximity and recreational HCR,FS PW CED 1-5 years Minimal Budget($),Staff Time opportunities by establishing a riverfront trail system,waterfront parks,and/or public canoe or 62 boat launch areas. Related Elements Acronyms: LU-Land Use,H-Housing,ED-Economic Development,T-Transportation,FS-(Public)Facilities&Services,HCR-Historic,Cultural,Natural Resources,OS-Open Space and Recreation Leaders and Partners Acronyms: AHTF-Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board,BOS-Board of Selectmen,CC-Conservation Commission,CED-Community and Economic Development,COA-Council on Aging,CPC-Community Preservation Committee,FONAT-Friends of the North Andover Trails,HA-Housing Authority,MassDOT-Massachusetts Department of Transportation,META-Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority,MVRTA-Merrimack Valley Regional Transit Authority,PB-Planning Board,PW-Department of Public Works,TM-Town Manager,TMM-Town Meeting Members,ZBA-Zoning Board of Appeals. North Andover Master Plan 15 DRAFT Implementation Program Related Local Government Local Government # Master Plan Element Strategy Elements Leadership Partners Timeframe Level of Effort Resources Re wired Open Space and Recreation Assess feasibility of Stevens Pond as a year-round HCR,FS PW CED 6-10 years Minimal Budget($),Staff Time recreational area with ice skating,along with kayak, 63 paddleboard,and sailing lessons and rentals. Investigate,through a lake or watershed oversight committee,what level of recreational activity can be Open Space and Recreation HCR,FS PW CED 6-10 years Moderate Budget($),Staff Time allowed on Lake Cochichewick without adversely harming the water supply and consider how to provide public recreational opportunities on and 64 around the Lake within those limitations. Identify locations and create handicap accessible CED,PW,Comm on Open Space and Recreation walking paths in natural areas and create HCR,FS PW Disability 1-5 years Minimal Budget($$),Staff Time management plans for each conservation area that 65 address access for persons with disabilities. Develop a trail rating system that rates level of difficulty,accessibility,availability of benches, CED,PW,Comm on Open Space and Recreation barriers to wheelchair access,and more.There T,FS CC Disability 1-5 years Minimal Budget($),Staff Time should also be a clear distinction between walking 66 trails and hiking trails. Related Elements Acronyms: LU-Land Use,H-Housing,ED-Economic Development,T-Transportation,FS-(Public)Facilities&Services,HCR-Historic,Cultural,Natural Resources,OS-Open Space and Recreation Leaders and Partners Acronyms: AHTF-Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board,BOS-Board of Selectmen,CC-Conservation Commission,CED-Community and Economic Development,COA-Council on Aging,CPC-Community Preservation Committee,FONAT-Friends of the North Andover Trails,HA-Housing Authority,MassDOT-Massachusetts Department of Transportation,META-Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority,MVRTA-Merrimack Valley Regional Transit Authority,PB-Planning Board,PW-Department of Public Works,TM-Town Manager,TMM-Town Meeting Members,ZBA-Zoning Board of Appeals. North Andover Master Plan 16 DRAFT Implementation Program Related Local Government Local Government # Master Plan Element Strategy Elements Leadership Partners Timeframe Level of Effort Resources Re wired Open Space and Recreation T,FS,HCR,ED CED PW,CPC 6-10 years Difficult Budget($$$) Develop a conceptual plan for the North Andover Rail Trail that could then be designed and funded in 67 sections over time. Continue to support the work of the Friends of North Andover Trails,Essex County Greenbelt,Bay Circuit Open Space and Recreation T,FS,HCR CED PW,CPC Ongoing Minimal Budget($$),Staff Time Alliance,Trustees of Reservation,Merrimack Valley Planning Commission,and others create trail connections throughout North Andover and 68 connecting to neighboring communities. Continue to consider the creation of more athletic Youth and Recreation Open Space and Recreation FS PW,School Dept. 6-10 years Moderate Budget($$$) fields to support youth sports including potential for Council 69 use of private property. Youth and Open Space and Recreation Consider options to expand space available for FS Recreation Council, PW 6-10 years Moderate Budget($$$) youth services programs either at the youth center School Dept. 70 site or off site in shared facilities. Related Elements Acronyms: LU-Land Use,H-Housing,ED-Economic Development,T-Transportation,FS-(Public)Facilities&Services,HCR-Historic,Cultural,Natural Resources,OS-Open Space and Recreation Leaders and Partners Acronyms: AHTF-Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board,BOS-Board of Selectmen,CC-Conservation Commission,CED-Community and Economic Development,COA-Council on Aging,CPC-Community Preservation Committee,FONAT-Friends of the North Andover Trails,HA-Housing Authority,MassDOT-Massachusetts Department of Transportation,META-Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority,MVRTA-Merrimack Valley Regional Transit Authority,PB-Planning Board,PW-Department of Public Works,TM-Town Manager,TMM-Town Meeting Members,ZBA-Zoning Board of Appeals. North Andover Master Plan 17 DRAFr Implementation Program Related Local Government Local Government # Master Plan Element Strategy Elements Leadership Partners Timeframe Level of Effort Resources Re wired Cultural Council,Youth Organize more community-wide events in the and Recreation Open Space and Recreation ED Community Services Ongoing Minimal Budget($),Staff Time Downtown area and other central locations(e.g. Council,School Dept., 71 Town Common). COA Historic,Cultural,and Natural Acquire or otherwise protect priority open space Resources parcels from development as identified through the OS CC,BOS CED,CPC Ongoing Difficult Budget($$$) 72 most current Open Space and Recreation Plan. Historic,Cultural,and Natural Create a local Historic Preservation Master Plan to Local and Resources identify resources for stronger protection of historic LU Historical Commission neighborhood district 1-5 years Moderate Budget($$),Staff Time resources,improvements to strengthen effectiveness commissions,CED of existing historic and neighborhood conservation 73 districts,and protection of historic town records. Historic,Cultural,and Natural Complete an Historic Structures Report for the FS CED CC 6-10 years Moderate Budget($$),Staff Time Resources Stevens Estate including outbuildings and 74 landscapes,as well as possible reuse options. Related Elements Acronyms: LU-Land Use,H-Housing,ED-Economic Development,T-Transportation,FS-(Public)Facilities&Services,HCR-Historic,Cultural,Natural Resources,OS-Open Space and Recreation Leaders and Partners Acronyms: AHTF-Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board,BOS-Board of Selectmen,CC-Conservation Commission,CED-Community and Economic Development,COA-Council on Aging,CPC-Community Preservation Committee,FONAT-Friends of the North Andover Trails,HA-Housing Authority,MassDOT-Massachusetts Department of Transportation,META-Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority,MVRTA-Merrimack Valley Regional Transit Authority,PB-Planning Board,PW-Department of Public Works,TM-Town Manager,TMM-Town Meeting Members,ZBA-Zoning Board of Appeals. North Andover Master Plan 18 DRAFT Implementation Program Related Local Government Local Government # Master Plan Element Strategy Elements Leadership Partners Timeframe Level of Effort Resources Re wired Develop a program for displaying North Andover's Historic,Cultural,and Natural historical artifacts from the former Lowell American Cultural Council, Resources Textile History Museum.Artifacts could be loaned to FS Historical Commission CED 1-5 years Minimal Budget($),Staff Time the Town and displayed through rotating galleries at Town Hall,the Library,or other locations across 75 town. Nurture and support an ongoing relationship Historical Historic,Cultural,and Natural between the Historical Society and school Community Services, FS Commission,School 6-10 years Minimal Budget($),Staff Time Resources department,especially regarding the third-grade COA,Library local history curriculum to create opportunities for Dept. local field trips,classroom guests,and other 76 educational opportunities about local history. Organize clean-up days for historic burial rounds Youth and Recreation Historic,Cultural,and Natural 9 p Y 9 and clean comm unit service days at the OS Community Services Council,School Dept., Ongoing Minimal Budget($),Staff Time Resources p� y y 77 Historical Society properties. COA,PW Historic,Cultural,and Natural Cultural Council, Develop a historic and cultural asset mci that OS Ongoing Minimal Budget($),Staff Time Resources p p Historical Commission 78 highlights resources around North Andover Related Elements Acronyms: LU-Land Use,H-Housing,ED-Economic Development,T-Transportation,FS-(Public)Facilities&Services,HCR-Historic,Cultural,Natural Resources,OS-Open Space and Recreation Leaders and Partners Acronyms: AHTF-Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board,BOS-Board of Selectmen,CC-Conservation Commission,CED-Community and Economic Development,COA-Council on Aging,CPC-Community Preservation Committee,FONAT-Friends of the North Andover Trails,HA-Housing Authority,MassDOT-Massachusetts Department of Transportation,META-Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority,MVRTA-Merrimack Valley Regional Transit Authority,PB-Planning Board,PW-Department of Public Works,TM-Town Manager,TMM-Town Meeting Members,ZBA-Zoning Board of Appeals. North Andover Master Plan 19 DRAFT Implementation Program Related Local Government Local Government # Master Plan Element Strategy Elements Leadership Partners Timeframe Level of Effort Resources Re wired Cultural Council,Youth Historic,Cultural,and Natural and Recreation FS Community Services Ongoing Minimal Budget($),Staff Time Resources Use the community's historic spaces and resources as Council,School Dept., 79 venues for community events and arts programs. COA Cultural Council,Youth Historic,Cultural,and Natural Develop a partnership between the Town's historic and Recreation Resources sites,parks,and open spaces and its performing and FS Community Services Ongoing Minimal Staff Time Council,School Dept., 80 visual arts programs. COA Partner with Trustees of Reservation and the Cultural Council,Youth Historic,Cultural,and Natural Historical Society to expand the visibility of North and Recreation FS Community Services Ongoing Minimal Staff Time Resources Andover's publicly-accessible historic resources by Council,School Dept., coordinating events,holding joint house and facilities COA tours,and collaborating on joint programs and 81 volunteer activities. non-profits Non-Profits, Partner with cultural organizations and non- Historic,Cultural,and Natural 9 p g g Resources like Windrush Farm,Rollin Ridge,and Merrimack OS,ED Community Services Merrimack College, Ongoing Minimal Staff Time College to expand cultural programming and events Library 82 for North Andover residents. Related Elements Acronyms: LU-Land Use,H-Housing,ED-Economic Development,T-Transportation,FS-(Public)Facilities&Services,HCR-Historic,Cultural,Natural Resources,OS-Open Space and Recreation Leaders and Partners Acronyms: AHTF-Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board,BOS-Board of Selectmen,CC-Conservation Commission,CED-Community and Economic Development,COA-Council on Aging,CPC-Community Preservation Committee,FONAT-Friends of the North Andover Trails,HA-Housing Authority,MassDOT-Massachusetts Department of Transportation,META-Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority,MVRTA-Merrimack Valley Regional Transit Authority,PB-Planning Board,PW-Department of Public Works,TM-Town Manager,TMM-Town Meeting Members,ZBA-Zoning Board of Appeals. North Andover Master Plan 20 DRAFT Implementation Program Related Local Government Local Government # Master Plan Element Strategy Elements Leadership Partners Timeframe Level of Effort Resources Re wired Establish a clear set of policies and procedures for Historic,Cultural,and Natural communicating regularly with property owners OS CC BOS 1-5 years Minimal Staff Time Resources enrolled in the state's three current-use Chapter 61 programs to enhance the possibility of permanent 83 conservation solutions. Seek additional funding to preserve and maintain Historic,Cultural,and Natural the Town's conservation lands and Lake Resources Cochichewick by pursuing private funding sources, OS CC BOS 6-10 years Difficult Budget($$$) such as corporate partners,university research projects,or creating an open space improvement 84 fund developers can pay in to. Continue to prioritize the update,repair,and Facilities Public Facilites&Services renovation of the Town's public buildings and schools None School Dept. Management,BOS 6-10 years Difficult Budget($$$$),Staff Time 85 as needed. Public Facilites&Services Support and/or expand resources to address the None Policie Department, Health Department 1-5 years Moderate Budget($$),Staff Time needs of residents of all ages suffering from Fire Department 86 isubstance abuse and mental health challenges. Related Elements Acronyms: LU-Land Use,H-Housing,ED-Economic Development,T-Transportation,FS-(Public)Facilities&Services,HCR-Historic,Cultural,Natural Resources,OS-Open Space and Recreation Leaders and Partners Acronyms: AHTF-Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board,BOS-Board of Selectmen,CC-Conservation Commission,CED-Community and Economic Development,COA-Council on Aging,CPC-Community Preservation Committee,FONAT-Friends of the North Andover Trails,HA-Housing Authority,MassDOT-Massachusetts Department of Transportation,META-Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority,MVRTA-Merrimack Valley Regional Transit Authority,PB-Planning Board,PW-Department of Public Works,TM-Town Manager,TMM-Town Meeting Members,ZBA-Zoning Board of Appeals. North Andover Master Plan 21 DRAFT Implementation Program Related Local Government Local Government # Master Plan Element Strategy Elements Leadership Partners Timeframe Level of Effort Resources Re wired Public Facilites&Services Work with local internet and cell service providers to LU,HCR,ED CED Town Manager 1-5 years Moderate Budget($),Staff Time proactively seek out new technology to expand 87 access in North Andove and nearby communities. Superintendent of Public Facilites&Services Complete the inventory of shade trees located HCR,OS Forestry,Trees and CED 6-10 years Moderate Staff Time throughout the Town in order to help identify Grounds,PW 88 locations where more might be needed. Complete the Stormwater Management Plan and H,ED,LU, Public Facilites&Services HCR PW CED 6-10 years Moderate Budget($$$),Staff Time make improvements and replacements where 89 necessary. Continue to upgrade and replace aging pipes for sewer and water systems,including evaluating possible expansion capabilities to residents that are Water Department, Public Facilites&Services H,ED,LU PW 1 1-15 years Difficult Budget($$$$) not currently served by sewer and water Sewer Department infrastructure with a specific focus on protecting the 90 drinking water supply. Related Elements Acronyms: LU-Land Use,H-Housing,ED-Economic Development,T-Transportation,FS-(Public)Facilities&Services,HCR-Historic,Cultural,Natural Resources,OS-Open Space and Recreation Leaders and Partners Acronyms: AHTF-Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board,BOS-Board of Selectmen,CC-Conservation Commission,CED-Community and Economic Development,COA-Council on Aging,CPC-Community Preservation Committee,FONAT-Friends of the North Andover Trails,HA-Housing Authority,MassDOT-Massachusetts Department of Transportation,META-Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority,MVRTA-Merrimack Valley Regional Transit Authority,PB-Planning Board,PW-Department of Public Works,TM-Town Manager,TMM-Town Meeting Members,ZBA-Zoning Board of Appeals. North Andover Master Plan 22 DRAFT Implementation Program Related Local Government Local Government # Master Plan Element Strategy Elements Leadership Partners Timeframe Level of Effort Resources Re wired Public Facilites&Services Provide appropriate facilities and services for an H,T COA CED,Library 1-5 years Difficult Budget($$$$) 91 increasing aging population. Encourage the Youth Center to expand Youth&Recreational Public Facilites&Services T School Dept,Library 6-10 years Moderate Budget($$$) programming and,if necessary,space both on-and Services 92 off-site. Youth&Recreational DPW,North Andover Public Facilites&Services Prepare and implement a long-term maintenance OS Services Field Adoption 6-10 years Moderate Budget($$) plan for existing fields and,if needed,identify program 93 locations and types for additional athletic fields. Look to expand programming at Stevens Pond,such Youth&Recreational Public Facilites&Services as kayak,paddleboard,sailing lessons and rentals, OS Services PW 6-10 years Moderate Budget($$$) 94 and ice skating. Related Elements Acronyms: LU-Land Use,H-Housing,ED-Economic Development,T-Transportation,FS-(Public)Facilities&Services,HCR-Historic,Cultural,Natural Resources,OS-Open Space and Recreation Leaders and Partners Acronyms: AHTF-Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board,BOS-Board of Selectmen,CC-Conservation Commission,CED-Community and Economic Development,COA-Council on Aging,CPC-Community Preservation Committee,FONAT-Friends of the North Andover Trails,HA-Housing Authority,MassDOT-Massachusetts Department of Transportation,META-Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority,MVRTA-Merrimack Valley Regional Transit Authority,PB-Planning Board,PW-Department of Public Works,TM-Town Manager,TMM-Town IMeeting Members ZBA-Zoning Board of Appeals. North Andover Master Plan 23 DRAFT Implementation Program Related Local Government Local Government # Master Plan Element Strategy Elements Leadership Partners Timeframe Level of Effort Resources Re wired Public Facilites&Services Develop a vision for maximizing the potential of the OS,HCR CED TM 1-5 years Minimal Budget($),Staff Time 95 Stevens Estate. Encourage the Library to provide needed additional School Dept,COA, Public Facilites&Services programming whether on-site or at satellite None Library Youth&Recreational 6-10 years Moderate Budget($$$) Services 96 locations. Support the library to become a community and Public Facilites&Services None Library BOS 1-5 years Moderate Budget($$) cultural hub for the Town,and a resoruce for lifestyle 97 information and lifelong learning. Public Facilites&Services Continue to support Veteran's Services so that they H Veteran's Services CED 6-10 years Moderate Staff Time 98 may provide needed services to veterans. Make"green"or environmentally-friendly Public Facilites&Services improvements to existing Town buildings where LU,HCR PW TM,PB 1 1-15 years Difficult Budget($$$$) feasible,including the use of renewable energy 99 sources such as solar. Related Elements Acronyms: LU-Land Use,H-Housing,ED-Economic Development,T-Transportation,FS-(Public)Facilities&Services,HCR-Historic,Cultural,Natural Resources,OS-Open Space and Recreation Leaders and Partners Acronyms: AHTF-Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board,BOS-Board of Selectmen,CC-Conservation Commission,CED-Community and Economic Development,COA-Council on Aging,CPC-Community Preservation Committee,FONAT-Friends of the North Andover Trails,HA-Housing Authority,MassDOT-Massachusetts Department of Transportation,META-Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority,MVRTA-Merrimack Valley Regional Transit Authority,PB-Planning Board,PW-Department of Public Works,TM-Town Manager,TMM-Town Meeting Members,ZBA-Zoning Board of Appeals. North Andover Master Plan 24 DRAFT Implementation Program Related Local Government Local Government # Master Plan Element Strategy Elements Leadership Partners Timeframe Level of Effort Resources Re wired Provide educational materials to residents and Public Facilites&Services commercial establishments with information ED,H CED PW,TM 1-5 years Moderate Budget($),Staff Time regarding how they can take measures to protect 100 the environment. Provide recycling bins in the downtown area and in Public Facilites&Services LU,ED PW CED 1-5 years Minimal Budget($) 101 municipal buildings. 102 Public Facilites&Services Create a Master Plan Implementation Committee All BOS PB,CED 1-5 years Minimal Staff Time 1031 Public Facilites&Services Update the Master Plan every 5-10 years. All PB BOS,CED 6-10 years Minimal Budget($),Staff Time Public Facilites&Services Actively recruit volunteers that represent a greater None TM BOS 1-5 years Minimal Staff Time 104 gender,age and ethnic diversity. Continue to provide information on-line and explore Public Facilites&Services additional ways to use technology to communicate None TM CED,BOS 1-5 years Minimal Staff Time with residents and make the provision of services 105 most efficient. Related Elements Acronyms: LU-Land Use,H-Housing,ED-Economic Development,T-Transportation,FS-(Public)Facilities&Services,HCR-Historic,Cultural,Natural Resources,OS-Open Space and Recreation Leaders and Partners Acronyms: AHTF-Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board,BOS-Board of Selectmen,CC-Conservation Commission,CED-Community and Economic Development,COA-Council on Aging,CPC-Community Preservation Committee,FONAT-Friends of the North Andover Trails,HA-Housing Authority,MassDOT-Massachusetts Department of Transportation,META-Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority,MVRTA-Merrimack Valley Regional Transit Authority,PB-Planning Board,PW-Department of Public Works,TM-Town Manager,TMM-Town Meeting Members,ZBA-Zoning Board of Appeals. 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G.Jones International, Inc.,Jan. 28, 2013 189 References / 190 � The Right Class Size for Learning in Massachusetts by Colin A. Jones,April u7, uo15. � Friends ofNorth Andover Trails: XNTERVIEWS � Tour ofNorth Andover � Land Use and Zoning Core Assessment Meeting,August z, znz7 � Economic Development Core Assessment Meetings,August 8 � Transportation Core Assessment Meeting,July 3z, znz7 � Open Space and Recreation Core Assessment Meetings,July 3z, znz7 � Core Assessment Meetings,July 3zutStevens Memorial Library � Interview, Rick Gorman, Director ofYouth Services and Recreation,July z3, znz7. � Interview, Steve Foster, Director ofFacilities Management,Aug. z8, znz7. � Core Assessment Meeting with Town Department Heads,July zz, znz7 zgo Job Posting/Vacancy Log August 21,2018 Date Position Department Hiring Manager Status Posted 8/9/18 Part-Time Receptionist Elder Services Irene O'Brien Considering resumes. 7/24/18 Part-Time Dispatch Jonathan Reviewing resumes received,most Communications Officer Bonanno applicants do not have any prior experience. Posted on Town website and social media,Posted on CJIS. 7/24/18 Part-Time and Reserve NAPD Katie Posted on Town website and social Crossing Guards Kozikowski media,posted on NAPD website. 7/13/18 Assistant Town Manager Town Manager Andrew Maylor Ten interviews scheduled for the week of 8/27/18. Posted on Town website and social media,and on MMA. Requested resumes by August 13,2018. 7/11/18 Technical Services& Stevens Kathleen Keenan Checking references for 2 candidates. Reference Librarians Memorial Posted on Town website and social (Two) Library media. Posted on Merrimack Valley Library Consortium,and NH Library Association. 7/9/18 Community Support Town Manager Andrew Maylor Feedback meeting with the Town Coordinator Manager on 8/23/18. Interviews conducted on 8/14 and 8/15. Posted on Town website and social media. Posted on MMA. 7/6/18 Support Services Youth& Rick Gorman First round of interviews of 6 Coordinator Recreation candidates completed the week of 8/6. Services Second interviews conducted the week of 8/13. Decision pending return from vacation of staff member. Posted on Town website and social media. Posted on free Indeed.com. Receiving a high volume of resumes. 6/13/18 Alternate Gas/Plumbing Building Paul Hutchins Posted on Town website and social Inspector media 6/13/18 Alternate Electrical Building Paul Hutchins Posted on Town website and social Inspector media. 6/7/18 Part-Time Executive Town Manager Andrew Maylor Hired Jillian Brothers effective Assistant 7/18/18.Interviews conducted through 7/11/18. Posted on Town website and social media. Posted on free Indeed.com. 5/23/18 Specialty Motor Public Works Tim Willett Some resumes received, focus on Equipment Operator summer projects plan to make hire by mid-October in preparation of snow season. Posted on Town website and social media. 5/21/18 Part-Time Plumbing/Gas Building Paul Hutchins Second interview scheduled for 8/28. Inspector Ongoing consideration of incoming resumes. Interviews conducted week of 6/11/18. Posted on Town website and social media, Indeed.com. Job PostingNacancy Log August 21,2018 ff!77 eserve Firefighter North Andover Chief William John DePippo placed on Reserve list. Fire De t. I McCarthyPending Civil Service app roval. North Andover Cultural Council Anna Choi, chairperson 978.618.1836 choiwright@verizon.net The North Andover Cultural Council is part of a network of 329 Local Cultural Councils serving all 351 cities and towns in the Commonwealth. The LCC Program is the largest grassroots cultural funding network in the nation, supporting thousands of community-based projects in the arts, sciences and humanities every year. The state legislature provides an annual appropriation to the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency, which then allocates funds to each community. This year, the North Andover Cultural Council will distribute approximately $6000 in grants. Previously funded projects include: the Stevens Memorial Library, North Andover School Enrichment Council, and North Andover Council on Aging. The North Andover Cultural Council is part of a new pilot program starting in 2018 eliminating the requirement that awards made using the Mass Cultural Council allocation be reimbursement-based. During this pilot program, we will be making grant money available in full to grantees once their projects are approved. If you are awarded a grant, you will be required to submit a final report to the North Andover Cultural Council upon completion of your program. For specific guidelines and complete information about online application submittal, and more information about the Local Cultural Council Program, please visit https://www.mass- culture.or ./North-Andover. For additional information not found on the website, please contact Anna Choi at northandovercultural(d)amail.com. FACTS Deadline for online submission: October 16, 2018 for Grant funding through December, 2019. Approximate amount: $6000, we will be notified by Mid-September of the exact amount Number of applications: Roughly 20-25 Number of Grantees: Roughly 10-15 Approximate grant: $100-$1000 Meetings: Mid-Sept, Mid-Oct, Jan and Feb, 2019. These are public meetings and are advertised. We also send press releases advertising the Grant programs in September, 2018 and celebrating Grant recipients in February, 2019. Committee Members: We now have 7 members. Last year, we only had 5 and two were cycling off. In previous years, there was attrition on the council but it appears we have built up the numbers. I am proposing a sub-committee on the council to sponsor NACC specific sponsored events so we can be more visible to the community. In the past, we have been unable to do this because of the number of committee members but we are in a better position to do this. In 2020, we are obligated to do take a Community Census about what they would like to see culturally in North Andover (part of the MCC guidelines) so we think this would partner nicely with our new initiative. Additional Grant opportunities: For North Andover Schools interested in receiving funding for field trip transportation costs, please visit http://www.massculturalcouncil.org/programs/bigyellow.asp. Big Yellow School Bus provides $200 grants to help schools meet the transportation costs of educational field trips to non-profit cultural institutions and activities in the arts, sciences, and humanities across Massachusetts