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Off-agenda controversial decision regarding town governance/validity of boards
Transparency Alert: At the March 19 Select Board meeting, officials discussed the legal status of 11 expired town board positions and the 'de facto doctrine'—a major governance issue that was NOT on the public agenda. Residents... https://meetingwatch.org/nh/andover/select-board/2026-03-19/ #MeetingWatch #AndoverNH
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Split vote and procedural disagreement regarding procurement
The Andover Select Board split 2-1 on a motion to purchase a highway department hotbox. The dissent centered on whether the town followed proper procedure regarding the requirement for three quotes versus Town Meeting approval... https://meetingwatch.org/nh/andover/select-board/2026-03-19/ #MeetingWatch #AndoverNH
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Fiscal impact and community concern regarding school assessments
Andover taxpayers: The Select Board is reviewing the 2026–2027 school assessment. Key concerns were raised regarding the town's cash flow and its ability to manage monthly installments for these significant payments. Stay tuned... https://meetingwatch.org/nh/andover/select-board/2026-03-19/ #MeetingWatch #AndoverNH
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Andover Select Board transparency issue: On March 19, the Board held a substantive discussion regarding a potential governance crisis that was not listed on the public agenda. 🧵 #MeetingWatch #AndoverNH
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While reviewing volunteer applications, the Board shifted into a discussion about 11 expired town board positions and the legal 'de facto doctrine.' This affects the very validity of our local government, yet residents were given no prior notice.
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When major questions about the legality of town boards are discussed off-agenda, the public loses its ability to participate in the conversation. We deserve transparency on how our town is being governed.
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The Board also split 2-1 on a highway equipment purchase (a hotbox) due to concerns over whether the town met quote requirements. Between off-agenda governance talks and procurement disputes, residents need to stay vigilant. https://meetingwatch.org/nh/andover/select-board/2026-03-19/
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Transparency Alert: During the March 19 Select Board meeting, a significant governance issue was discussed that was not included on the public agenda. While the Board was ostensibly reviewing volunteer applications, the conversation shifted to a substantive discussion regarding eleven expired positions on various town boards and committees. Most concerning was the discussion regarding the 'de facto doctrine' and the legal status of these boards. Because this was not on the agenda, residents were denied the opportunity to prepare for or participate in a discussion that directly impacts the legitimacy of our local government. In addition to this off-agenda discussion, the Board showed internal division regarding procurement procedures. A 2-1 vote on the purchase of a highway department hotbox highlighted a disagreement over whether the town followed proper protocol regarding the requirement for three quotes versus Town Meeting approval. As taxpayers, we rely on the Select Board to follow transparent processes. When major discussions about the validity of town leadership happen without public notice, it undermines community trust and accountability. https://meetingwatch.org/nh/andover/select-board/2026-03-19/ #MeetingWatch #AndoverNH