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Off-agenda controversial decision
Transparency Alert: At the March 19 Select Board meeting, a $15,000 check for the Concord Coach/Historical Society appropriation was authorized. This financial action was not on the public agenda, meaning residents had no prior... https://meetingwatch.org/nh/andover/select-board/2026-03-19/ #MeetingWatch #AndoverNH
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Split vote and procurement policy concerns
The Andover Select Board is split on fiscal oversight. In a 2-1 vote on March 19, the Board approved purchasing a Highway Department hotbox despite significant debate over whether they were bypassing the standard policy of... https://meetingwatch.org/nh/andover/select-board/2026-03-19/ #MeetingWatch #AndoverNH
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Community concern regarding school assessments
Andover faces potential cash flow challenges regarding school funding. At the March 19 meeting, the Select Board reviewed the 2026–2027 school assessment and identified a need to adjust payment schedules to ensure the town can... https://meetingwatch.org/nh/andover/select-board/2026-03-19/ #MeetingWatch #AndoverNH
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What happened at the March 19 Andover Select Board meeting? Two major issues regarding transparency and fiscal procedure deserve resident attention. 🧵 #MeetingWatch #AndoverNH
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First, a transparency failure: The Board moved to issue a $15,000 check for the Concord Coach/Historical Society appropriation. This item was not on the public agenda, denying residents the opportunity to review or question the disbursement in advance.
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Second, the Board is divided on procurement. A 2-1 vote approved a new Highway Department hotbox, bypassing a debate on whether the town should have required three competitive quotes rather than relying on previous Town Meeting authority.
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Finally, the Board is monitoring a looming issue: town cash flow for school payments. They are currently reviewing assessment strategies to ensure Andover can meet its 2026–2027 school funding obligations. https://meetingwatch.org/nh/andover/select-board/2026-03-19/
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At the March 19 Select Board meeting, two significant issues regarding financial transparency and procurement protocols were brought to light. First, the Board authorized a $15,000 payment for the Concord Coach/Historical Society appropriation. Notably, this specific financial action was not included on the published public agenda. When significant disbursements are handled off-agenda, residents are deprived of their right to provide input or question how taxpayer funds are being allocated before the decision is made. Second, a split vote revealed internal disagreement over how the town handles purchases. The Board voted 2-1 to approve the purchase of a new hotbox for the Highway Department. The decision was contentious, with members debating whether the Board was adhering to standard procurement policies—specifically the requirement to obtain three quotes—or if they were proceeding based on broader Town Meeting authority. Residents should stay engaged as the Board continues to review school assessment strategies and town cash flow to ensure Andover remains fiscally stable for the 2026–2027 school year. https://meetingwatch.org/nh/andover/select-board/2026-03-19/ #MeetingWatch #AndoverNH