The board received updates on various town projects, including infrastructure improvements, budget processes, and recent community events. Public comments were heard regarding traffic access, capital fund allocations, environmental protections, and vaccination data. Action was taken to approve liquor license transfers and management changes, authorize new traffic regulations involving an all-way stop, and approve the sale of municipal foreclosure properties. Additionally, the board confirmed various municipal appointments and convened an executive session to discuss litigation strategy and real property matters.
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The board meeting covered several significant items. The Town Manager introduced a new civic media initiative called Andover46 and provided updates on upcoming local events and town facility studies. The board reviewed and discussed various reports regarding open space and recreation planning, community power plan revisions, and a status update on a recent cyberattack. Public hearings were held to approve utility work by National Grid, a pouring license for The Hidden Parlor, LLC, and flammable storage for Andover MCB LLC, while small cell wireless installation hearings were continued to a later date. Regular business included the acceptance of a donation for field maintenance, adoption of the 2026 Hazard Mitigation Plan, approval of a senior parking pilot program, and the signing of the state election warrant for November 3. Additionally, the board approved appointments by the Town Manager and the 2027 Annual Town Meeting calendar.
Sep 14, 2026·Board meeting
Select Board Meeting Minutes
The Select Board meeting included reports from the Town Manager on fire department personnel changes, public events, and town maintenance projects. Discussions also covered a new residential curbside compost program, updates on water billing, and public comments regarding transparency and cybersecurity communication. The Board approved multiple one-day liquor licenses for upcoming town events, including Andover Day, Rev Fest 250, Howl-O-Ween, and Run for the Troops. A first reading was held for a 334-unit multifamily rental community proposal at Minuteman Park. Additionally, the Board set the schedule for trick-or-treating, approved the Town Manager's FY 2027 annual salary adjustment, and adopted a future meeting schedule.
Aug 24, 2026·Board meeting
Select Board Meeting Minutes
The board discussed a variety of town business, including the Town Manager's report on construction projects, school preparations, and community events. Key actions included accepting significant donations for the Sanborn Elementary School playground renovation, approving an easement for solar panels at 90 Lovejoy Road, and granting one-day liquor licenses for upcoming local events. The board also amended parking regulations for Phillips Street, reviewed data from the police department's behavioral health clinician, received an update on the Elm Square Improvement Project, and made appointments to the Retirement Board and various election positions. The meeting concluded with an executive session regarding personnel contract negotiations and the status of prior executive session minutes.
